Sep tem ber 2020
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You Heard It Here
Find the Wyvern!
Look for the Wyvern for a chance to win a $25 31FSS gift card! E-mail 31fss.marketing@us.af.mil with the page number and location by the 15th of the month. Check inside the cover each month to see if you were last month’s winner (winners are limited to winning once, every quarter). Hint: The Wyvern is blended with its surroundings and isn’t on page 1 & 19 .
Major Gregory B. Long | 31st Force Support Squadron Commander Chett Kline
| Deputy Director
Jamille Jackson
| Marketing Director
Yenelys Baxter
| Graphic Designer
Crystal Cox
| Graphic Designer
Ash Waggoner
| Graphic Designer
Chelsea Hayes
| Digital Media Coordinator
SEPTEMBER 2020 PAGES
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COMMUNITY
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FOOD
YOUTH
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SPORTS & FITNESS
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ARE YOU AVIANO’S NEXT
TRIPS. FOOD. FUN. STAMPS. PRIZES. Visit any FSS facility to pick up your Stamp Card
then enjoy any 10 events, trips, or food/drink specials. Be sure to get a stamp for each qualifying event (listed below). Once your card is full, bring it to the 31FSS Marketing office to claim your prize! The first THREE Stamp Champs will receive an exclusive FSS prize pack. All other participants will snag a FSS Swag Bag (available while supplies last).
QUALIFYING
Any ITT Trip Any ODR Trip 9/11 Memorial Ruck Outdoor 90’s Spin Class County Night @Verns Outdoor Bingo 90’s Night @Verns Movie Under the Stars
Golf Championship Deja Brew Monthly Specials Kettle Corn Latte London Fog Aviano Lanes Snack Bar Specials Chorizo Breakfast Burito Wyvern Wings Combo Third Thursday @LBV
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Auto Hobby 632-2277|0434-30-2277
Monthly Special
Tire Rotations are $20
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$13 savings Does not include Balancing
ARTS & CRAFTS 632-2989 | 0434-30-2989
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Kids Art Classes Ages: 6-10
Cost $98, Includes classes and supplies
Back to School 15% off
of crayons, school glue, pencils and pens, sketch pads, cardstock and construction paper.
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THE
LIBRARY
IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Appointments are required and
available through the Signup Genius link on the 31st Force Support Facebook page. One hour appointment per person per day. Public hours are 10AM to 3PM, Monday through Friday. Call 0434-30-5382 for more information.
Scan Here to make an appointment! Curbside Pickup Service is available! Request up to 10 items a day and pick them up without having to leave the comfort of your car! Make your requests via e-mail at avianobaselibrary@yahoo.com. Pickup days/times are 10AM to 4PM, Monday through Friday. 7
LIBRARY 632-5382 | 0434-30-5382
DIGITAL RESOURCES
are available 24/7 with your library card! Your E-Library contains over half a million e-books, audiobooks, graphic novels, newspapers and magazines, movies, TV shows, and documentaries, music, classes, and practice exams and study guides for CLEP/DANTES, ACT/SAT, AP courses, LSAT, MCAT, GRE, and much more!
MAKE & TAKE MONTH! Every week through the month of
September, pick up a cool make & take craft bag to do at home with your kids, featuring take-home arts & crafts, STEM learning, or learning activities! 8
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MSgt Timothy Ferguson
Career Assistance Advisor for Aviano Air Base and is in charge of the Professional Development Center
MSgt Timothy Ferguson is, by far, the most dedicated Career Assistant Advisor in the Air Force -- any Airman who has come to him for advice on retraining, mentoring or “hey, how do you...?� can testify! He truly cares about developing and mentoring our Aviano Airmen, and his recent accomplishments bear this out. Just in the last few months (and through virtual means during the wing shutdown), MSgt Ferguson convened 135 one-on-one counseling sessions, mapping career paths for Airmen and NCOs. His team converted the First Term Airmen Course to the AF’s first virtual/online course, which 19 bases across the AF adopted. He crafted and currently teaches the first ever Wyvern University: 44 courses and over 400 hours of professional and personal development -- dispersed as a benchmark across the MAJCOM. In addition, he acts as Vice President to the AFSA Division 7 and the Total Force Development Council, networking across the wing and the MAJCOM on development and enlisted force issues. Check out his Facebook page and keep up -- if you can!
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Registration is required for all classes. Call us to sign up! Visit our Facebook or Instagram to learn more.
Wyvern Welcome Newcomer Orientation
Every Tuesday newbies to Aviano learn the ropes. Active duty members are required to attend; Dependents & civilians are highly encouraged. Please bring copies of orders, Sponsor’s ID card (front & back), Dependent’s DoD ID (front & back), & Passport/Visa (DOD Civilians & Dependents).
AFRC Learnin’ LinkedIn Sep 2 • 1:30-4PM
Learn to navigate LinkedIn, create a stellar profile, & the importance of networking.
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER 632-5407 | 0434-30-5407
Volunteer & Work Study Orientation Sep 15 • 8:30-10AM
Volunteer orientation as well as info on the Work Study Program including qualifications, application process, compensation, & placement. Facilitated by Work Study students, Education Center, & A&FRC.
Basic Italian – A Survival Language and Culture Class Sep 16 • 9-11AM
Sponsorship – Taking Care of Our Own
This is not quite an Italian language class, but designed to assist in learning conversational Italian in everyday situations. Topics include: typical greetings, traveling, shopping, & other survival techniques.
Become the best sponsor ever! This course prepares sponsors to meet the needs of the inbound member or family. This is an annual required training for all sponsors at Aviano.
Plan My Move
Sep 3 & 15 • 2-3:30PM
Group Initial Counseling/ Pre-Separation Counseling Sep 8 • 8AM–12PM & Sep 22 • 1–5PM
Required briefing for service members getting ready to separate or retire (within 24 months) before attending the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Workshop. Must complete personal self-assessment/individual transition plan, & counseling sessions NLT 365 days prior to separation or retirement. Email for more details at 31FSS.FSH.UTAP@us.af.mil.
Focusing on Federal Employment Sep 9 • 8:30–11AM
A course to help navigate the Federal Employment Process (NAF & USAJOBS). Explains how to hunt for a federal job & how to build a federal resume.
US Home Buying Seminar Sep 9 • 2–4PM
Considering buying a home stateside? Learn the basics on loan types, selecting real estate agents, negotiating the deal, & the closing process. Does not apply to overseas homes.
Ditch the Dorms Sep 9 • 3–5PM
Airman moving off-base in the next 4 months will learn the process to move & what it takes financially to secure housing, including managing bills. Home Fuels will brief about the unpredictable Italian utility bill system.
Sep 17 • 8-10AM
Attend as soon as you know you’re headed to a new base (ideally 4 months prior to DEROS). Learn about out-processing timelines & requirements for base agencies (wine, vehicle, pet shipment, etc). Spouses encouraged to attend.
DOL Employment Track
Sep 17-18 • 8AM-5PM
Service Members & their families wishing to enter the workforce post transition will learn various job search techniques, labor market information, resume and interview skills, and more.
Bundles for Babies – VIRTUAL Sep 23 • 9AM-12PM
Families expecting a new bundle of joy can learn costs associated with raising a child, car seat safety tips, & more! Airmen will meet the DoD touch-point for the birth of a 1st child. Air Force participants receive a $50 gift card for AAFES from the Air Force Aid Society. Deadline to register: 22 Sept at noon.
Reintegration & Pre-Deployment
Required briefings for deploying & returning service members. Spouses are encouraged to attend & may do so without their service member to learn what to know before they go & when they return. Call for more info.
Benvenuti Tour
Every Friday join us for a tour of the local area. Visit a winery, grocery store, & enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Participants pay for their own lunch. Call Wednesdays after 1200 for space available on the weekly tour. 10
Center 632-5479 | 0434-30-5479
MOVIE Under the Stars Friday, Sep 25 | 6PM (seating begins at 5PM) 3 Per Person includes popcorn
$
Space is limited so pre-register by calling the Community Center between Sep 14 & 17!
Outdoor 90’s theme spin Wednesday, Sep 16 | 8:30-9:30AM
At the Dragon Fitness Center parking Lot First come, first served
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Paint PAINT n’ sip Sip Saturday, Sep 12 | 6PM
at LBV
BINGO
Friday, Sep 18 | 6PM (seating begins at 5PM)
16 Per Book, $6 for additional book
$
On the lawn at LBV
ITALIAN CLASSES Resuming Resuming
Italian 1 M/W: 8:30-10:30AM or 5:30-7:30PM Italian 2 T/TH: 8:30-10:30AM or 3-5PMPM Italian 3 T/TH: 10:30AM-12:30PM $
95 for 10 classes Books $30
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September Events at
La Bella Vista
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LA BELLA VISTA 632-4303 0434-30-4303
Country Night at Verns Pub!
Saturday, September 5 at 6PM Ages 18+
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Join us for line dancing, special offers and giveaways! Those who dress in their Country best will receive special discounts!
THIRD THURSDAY
Thursday, September 17 at 5PM Membership Dinner Special! Rib Dinner Take Away with choice of two sides
(Coleslaw, Potato Salad, baked beans or fries).
$10.00 for members $19.50 for non-members
RSVP and pay by 5PM on Tuesday, September 15
90’s Night at Verns Pub!
Saturday, September 19 at 6PM Ages 18+ Join us for a blast from the past with 90’s music all night long, special offers, and giveaways! Wear your 90’s throwback attire for special discounts!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN
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SEP 1-5
SEP 13-19 13 sunday
4 Friday
SEP 20-26 20 sunday zipline in sauris
canyoning Val Arzino
Amalfi Coast with ITT
with odr
with odr
16 Wednesday
5 Saturday
25 friday movie under the stars
Outdoor Spin
Country Night
@dragon fitness
@Verns PUB
TRip in Clavier Piemonte
17 Thursday
with ODR
membership dinner
@lbv
26 saturday
@lbv
@alpine golf
SEP 6-12
18 Friday Outdoor bingo
7 Monday
@LBV
wyvern weightlifting incentive program begins @fitness center
11 Friday
golf championship
Verona with itt
90’s Night
castella di spessa wine tasting with itt
salzburg & the salt mines with ITT
@Verns pub
skydiving in venice with odr
9/11 Memorial ruck @fitness center
12 Saturday
Lucca & pisa with Itt
sailing in trieste with odr
Paint ‘n Sip @LBV
www.31fss.com|
31st Force Support Squadron|
Aviano FSS
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Deja Brew Area F
September Specials
632-6012 • 0434-30-6012 Area 1 632-2739 • 0434-30-2739
Kettle Corn Latte
Let’s get ready for Fall with our new latte, Kettle Corn! This creamy drink contains white chocolate, hazelnut, toffee nut, with a splash of heavy cream and pinches of salt. Try it iced, hot, or blended!
London Fog
Grande: $4.25 Venti: $5.00
This fragrant tea creation consists of Earl Grey’s bergamot and lavender essence with touches of sweet caramel, vanilla, and a splash of cream. Try it iced or hot! Grande: $2.50
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Aviano Lanes
632-7487 0434-30-7487
Available on weekdays in September Monday through Friday between 11AM - 1PM Receive 2 free games with the purchase of any lunch combo. Shoes not included.
Snack Bar Friday Specials CHORIZO BREAKFAST BURRITO Add the unique spicy flavor of chorizo, a traditional Mexican sausage, to any of our breakfast burritos. $4 Classic / $4.50 Potato / $4.75 Deluxe WYVERN WINGS COMBO Classic bone-in wings and drumsticks with your choice of fries (classic, curly, or sweet potato). Ask to have them tossed in buffalo for an added kick. Wings are served with your choice of ranch, BBQ, or buffalo sauce. $9 18
AVIANO YOUTH PROGRAMS 632-7575 0434-30-7575
To the 31st FSS Facebook Page for all of our event anouncements.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
632-5117-0434-30-5117
T
he Aviano Child Development Center is in search of caring individuals who are interested in making a positive impact for military children and their families in our community. If you enjoy working with children and have a positive attitude we would love for you to apply! We offer competitive wages and superb training. Many benefits such as Tuition Assistance could be available. Go to USAJOBS.gov to apply today! We can't wait to hear from you.
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Here’s our Team of the Month! •Launched 1st-ever virtual programming & equitment Checkout •Delivered 48 fitness classes •24 staff-led-instructional •6 Wing events & awarded over $4,000 in prizes to 7,000 Wyverns •Crushed AFPC COVID-19 fitness exemptions guidance •Trained 52 UFPM’s •Logged 4.2K exemptions F/42 Units •Teamed with MSG to develop mitigation measures and flawlessly executed two intramural sports encompassing 21 teams/125 games •And the led Unity ruck march 5K coordinated diversity briefings with 6 senior leaders & EO iso of 225 Wyvern warriors
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY All TRICARE Prime beneficiaries are eligible for on-site interpreter services at the Pordenone ER. Contact Command Post: a Physician Liaison (for all life threatening emergencies) or a Patient Liaison (for non-life-threatening emergencies) will be notified. If you are unable to contact Command Post, request interpreter assistance upon arrival at the ER. If you are traveling to the ER for a non-life-threatening emergency from Monday through Friday between 2200-0700 hours or on weekends (24/7), contact INTERNATIONAL SOS for telephonic translation assistance (visit the Aviano App, then click Emergency).
CONTACT NUMBERS
LIAISON NUMBERS
Command Post: 0434-30-3100 International SOS: 0044-20-8762-8384
Pordenone Patient Liaison: 0434-365701
(telephonic 24/7 translation support) PAID 21 ADVERTISEMENT.
(0700-2200, M-F)
Aviano Patient Liaison: (0800-1600, M-F)
632-5408 or 0434-305408
FITNESS CENTER 632-7459 | 0434-30-7459 9/11 MEmorial ruck
Friday, Sep 11 @ 7AM
Registration Sep 1 – 11 Register @ The Dragon Fitness Center
WYVERN WEIGHT LIFTING INCENTIVE PROGRAM Sep 7 – Oct 23
Registration Aug 24 – Sep 7 Register @ The Dragon or Wyvern Fitness Center
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ALPINE GOLF COURSE 632-7386 | 0434-30-7386
CHAMPIONSHIP INDIVIDUAL TOURNAMENT
Sat, Sep 26 | 8AM $ 40 Entry Fee does not include greens fee or carts prizes and food included in entry fee price
Cut me out. Keep me in your wallet, on your desk, or tape me somewhere
Suicide Prevention Prevention Month Month Suicide
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Check out our Suicide Prevention Advocate's (SPA) Facebook page for details regarding our September events and give us a like
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OUTDOOR RECREATION 632-8623 | 0434-30-8623
Labor Day adventure trip in Clavier Piemonte
Sat–Sun, September 5-7 | $250 | Ages: 8+ Included: Transportation, two nights in a B&B, accommodation in double room, the hike on the longest Tibetan Bridge in the World. Description: Join ODR in exploring the Italian French Alps over the long weekend. Hike the longest Tibetan bridge in the world and explore the highest Fortress in Europe.
Sailing Trieste Gulf
Saturday, September 12 | $220 • R4R $64 | Ages: 8+ Included: Transportation lunch and all day sailing (10am-5pm) Description: Spend the day soaking in the rays and even taking a dip in the blue water of the Trieste Gulf.
Canyoning at Val Arzino
Sunday, September 13 | $90 • R4R $18 | Ages: 18+ Included: Transportation guide equipment and 4/5 hr. activity Description: Discover some hidden gems while traversing a canyon. This adventure will take you to waterfalls and crystal clear pools of water. Participants will be climbing, scrambling, sliding, Jumping and swimming their way through the canyon. Join ODR for an unforgettable experience.
Zipline in Sauris
Sunday, September 20 | $120 • R4R $30 | Ages: 14+ Included: Transportation and zip line admission Description: Zip through the woods near Mount Ruke and fly over Lake Sauris. Feel the adrenaline as you take in the beautiful sights around you. Masks are required to be worn in all transportation that is provided
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Information Tickets & Travel
632-3107 | 0434-30-3107
AMALFI COAST SEP 4-7 • $510
PISA & LUCCA SEP 12 • $145
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VERONA & OIL TASTING SEP 19 • $90
Castello di Spessa Wine Tasting SEP 28 • $99
SALZBURG &
THE SALT MINES SEP 28 • $165 [DAP $80] 28
FSS Directory Commercial: 0434-30-XXXX DSN: 632-XXXX
Deja Brew 2739 Area 1 Mon-Fri: 7AM-6PM Sat & Sun: 9AM-3PM Closed: Holidays
6012 Area F Airman & Family Readiness Center 5407 Mon-Fri: 7:30AM-5:30PM Closed: Weekends, holidays, family days & every third Thursday at 12:30PM
Arts & Crafts Center 2989 Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM Closed: Weekends & holidays
Auto Hobby Shop 2277 Mon-Fri & Family Days: 9AM-5PM Closed: Weekends & holidays
Aviano Lanes Bowling Center 7487 Mon-Fri: 7AM-3PM Sat-Sun: 9AM-4PM Cosmic Bowling: 5-8PM
Child Development Center 5199 Mon-Fri: 7AM-5PM Closed: Weekends, Down Days, Family Days, & Holidays
Civilian Personnel Office 7307 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 7:30AM-4:30PM Wed: 7:30AM-1PM Closed: Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days
Community Center 5479 Mon-Fri: 8AM-4PM Closed: Weekends & Holidays
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Mon-Fri: 6:30AM-5PM Sat & Sun: 9AM-3PM Closed: Holidays
DFAC - La Dolce Vita 8206 Mon-Sun, Family Days, Holidays, & Down Days: Breakfast: 6-8AM Lunch: 11AM-1PM Dinner: 5-7PM
Education Center 5330
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM-4:30PM Closed: Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days
Fitness Centers 7459 Dragon
Staffed Hours Mon-Fri: 5AM-9PM Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days: 9AM-4PM
7574 Wyvern
Staffed Hours Mon-Fri: 5AM-9PM Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days: No Staff
Golf - Alpine Golf Course 7386 Mon-Sun: 7AM-6PM
Home Fuels 5083
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8:30AM-4:30PM Wed: 8:30AM-3PM Closed: Weekends, Holidays, Family Days, & every third Thursday from 12:30-4:30PM
Information Tickets & Travel 3107
Mon-Sun: 10AM-6PM Closed: Weekends, Family Days, & Holidays
Italian Mensa 7297
Mon-Fri: 11AM-1:45PM Closed: Weekends, Family Days, & Holidays
La Bella Vista Club 4303
Post Office 7119
Parcel Pick Up
Mon-Fri: 11AM-1PM Wed-Fri: 4-8PM
Mon-Fri: 10AM-6PM Sat: 10AM-2PM
Verns Pub 4303
Finance
Tues-Thurs: 4-11PM Fri: 4PM-2AM Sat: 6PM-2AM
Library
Mon-Fri: 10AM-5PM Sat: 10AM-2PM
Customer Service Mon-Fri: 10AM-4PM
5382 Mon-Fri: 10AM-3PM Mon-Fri (Curbside Only): 10AM-4PM
Lodging - Mountain View Lodge 4040 Manpower 7308 Chief Line 4065 Superintendent Line Marketing 5080 Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM Closed: Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days
Military Personnel Flight 5404 Mon-Fri: 8AM-3:30PM Closed: Every 3rd Thursday 12-4:30PM
Mulligan’s Grill 7386 Mon-Fri: 7AM-1PM Closed: Weekends
Registered Mail
Mon-Fri: 10AM-3PM Customer Service & Registered Mail closed Sat. All operations closed on Sun, Holidays, & Family Days.
8010
Officail Mail Center
Mon-Fri: 10AM-4PM Closed: Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days
Youth Programs 7575
Operations Desk
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM-5PM
School Age Care
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM-6PM excluding school hours
Preteen Programs
Times vary, reservations required for each event
Teen Programs
Times vary, reservations required for each event
Youth Sports & Fitness Programs
Times vary, reservations required for each event Closed: Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days
NAF Human Resources 5747 Mon, Tues, Thurs, & Fri: 7:30AM-4:30PM Wed: 7:30AM-1:30PM Closed: Weekends, Holidays, & Family Days
Outdoor Recreation 8623 Tues-Fri: 10AM-6PM Closed: Weekends & Holidays
LOOKING TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS OR EVENT IN THE GRAPEVINE? Contact the 31FSS Marketing Department by calling 0434-30-5080 or emailing us at 31fss.marketing@us.af.mil for more information. Commercial advertising is dependent on contract approval and may not always be available. The Grapevine is available for FREE at any 31FSS location and at 31FSS.com
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