@Ease January 2021

January 2021-Digital Update

Ctrl+Alt+Delete Kickstart 2021

It's a new year and Arts & Crafts has everything you need to start a new hobby.

Sneak Peek

Checkout what Sir Vis has in store for you this year.

Veganuary

Rugbie's has healthy vegan options available to reboot your system.

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Year in Review

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Get Your Body moving

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HOBBY TIME

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Veganuary

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PRACTICE SWINGS

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LASER TAG

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Bowling Clinic

GRAND RE-OPENING

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MAGICAL ADVENTURES

CONTENTS

Year in Review Dining

Great Littl e Pizza P l ace Hot Pit K n igh t ’s Table P in kerton s R ugbie’s

Bowling Fitness

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Golf

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A&FRC Library Child & Youth

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WARD Community Center PAGE Community Center Auto Hobby

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Arts & Crafts

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Wood Shop FSS Rentals Outdoor Recreation Information, Tickets & Travel What’s on @ RAFM Directory

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2020

YEAR IN REVIEW

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K At su Chicken Sandwich

Curry and Coconut breaded fried chicken breast, served in a brioche bun with sweet chili, curry mayo, and crunchy Asian salad.

Served with Asian fries (salt and pepper, green onion & chilis)

LOCKDOWN UPDATE

$10.95

The Liberty Club dinning facilities and the Knight's Table will remain open during normal operating hours for pickup only.

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For facility hours and contact information see page 34 or visit www.lakenheathfss.com

a modern bistro a modern bistro

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Pinkertons • Dinner Special Tender Flank steak sliced and served with a chimmichurri sauce. Includes your choice of two sides.

Dinner Made Easy We have a new menu for you to choose from for your quick weeknight dinner.

Rugbie’s Bistro • Veganuary!

Scan the QR code to order

For the month of January, why not try one of Rugbie’s delicious vegan dishes?

Beyond Burger $10.95 Green Power Bowl $10.95 Gourmet Fries $5.95 Buffalo Cauliflower $5.95 Available during our lunch and dinner service.

Great Little Pizza Place “The Unmeat Lovers Supreme” Pizza of the month Small $12.75 | Medium $14.25 | $17.25 Beyond Italian sausage & beef, onions, mushrooms & green peppers on a marinara base with a choice of either mozzarella or vegan cheese.

Italian Meal Wed, Jan 20

Fish & Chips Wed, Jan 6

Join us at The Knights’ Table for one or all of our special meals!

MLK Day Meal Thur, Jan 14

English Carvery Wed, Jan 27

Served from 11am-1pm on the listed dates.

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Let the good times

ROLL YO U T H B O W L I N G C L I N I C

Four week program Saturdays, January 9-30 • 2-3:30pm Clinic | $49 Includes lineage, shoe rental, lessons & 1 hour per week of practice time.

Clinic & Equipment | $119 Includes lineage, shoe rental, lessons, bowling ball, towel, fitting, drilling, thumb slug and inserts & 1 hour per week of practice time.

LOCKDOWN UPDATE

Due to UK Government guidance, Lanes is *Deadline to register: Friday, January Liberty 8 Orientation: Saturday, January 9 • 1:30pm closed until further notice.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR ALL BOWLING. MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING MANDATORY.

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LIBERTY LANES BOWLING CENTER

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BLDG 657 | 01638 52 2108

B O W L I N G Thursdays, January 14 & 28 • 6-8pm $10 per person | FREE shoe rentals

Five Card Draw – Draw one card after each frame. For frames 6-10, keep your cards or trade in one card per frame. The best hand after 10 frames is the winner!

Price includes three games, food & beverage specials and prizes!

CRAZY BOWL Thursday, January 21 • 3-8pm $8 per person | FREE shoe rentals

Ready for some crazy bowling? Our staff will challenge you to bowl every which way you can: sitting down, backwards, blindfolded, you name it! Price includes 2 games.

Enjoy a pound of wings and a pint for $10!

Mom & Tot Tuesday

Tuesdays • 1-4pm $1 per game | $2 shoe rentals Whether you’re mom or Mr. Mom, bring the kids out for some bowling! It’s a great way for them to exercise and spend some of that neverending energy.

Cosmic Bowling

Saturdays Family Cosmic: 5:30-7:30pm Adult Cosmic: 8-10pm* $45 | FREE shoe rentals Includes 2 hours bowling for up to six. *Subject to change due to UK Government guidance

Bowl & Brew

Sundays • 5-7pm $35 | FREE shoe rentals Start your week off with food and fun! Includes 2 hours of bowling for up to 6 people, a large onetopping pizza and a pitcher of beer or soda.

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FITNESS CENTER

BLDG 904 | 01638 52 3607

NEW YEAR

NEW FITNESS

GOALS! Challenge yourself this year!

Be it a 5K, improving your fitness score, getting on an incentive leader board, or participating in the Ultra Eagles challenge, the Fitness Center is here to help you on

VIRTUAL FITNESS Can’t get to the gym? Join us on our Facebook page for weekly workouts.

Military members also have access to the VOLT app. Contact your UFPM for access code.

your journey!

Who says getting healthy can’t be fun? Join us for our 2021 installment of “The Biggest Loser.”

INITIAL WEIGH-IN: FINAL WEIGH-IN: AWARDS CEREMONY:

JANUARY 4 - 7 • 5:30AM - 8PM MARCH 25 • 5:30AM-8PM MARCH 26 • 5:30AM-5PM MARCH 29 • 12:30PM

PLUS! EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO A PRIVATE FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP

‘ I F Y O U WA N T S O M E T H I N G Y O U ’ V E N E V E R H A D, Y O U

Fitness Center class schedule here

2021 IS YOUR YEAR! Starts Wednesday, Feb 3

TENNIS LESSONS

LOCKDOWN UPDATE Junior 2:15-3:15pm • 15-17 yrs 3:30-4:30pm • 12-15 yrs 4:30-5:30pm • 8-11 yrs $100.00, 8 x 1 hour classes Adult 5:30-7pm $160.00, 8 x 1.5 hour classes

The Fitness Center will be open to active duty personel only. All classes have been postponed, virtual fitness classes will continue. When Saturday, Jan 9 · 10-11:30AM posible programing like The Biggest Looser will ACCESS YOGA NIDRA 24 HOUR a relaxing morning beEnjoychanged towitha virtual program via the Fitness Due to an update to the 24hr this free yoga Nidra (Divine access system, make sure to Center's Facebook page .

Sleep) course. This extended register or re-register your ID yoga class ends in a form of guided meditation to help cultivate conscious relaxation and deal with stress. Call 01638 52 3607 to sign up.

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NEW YEAR 1K

ZUMBA PARTY

SATURDAY, JAN 9 • 9AM

SATURDAY, JAN 23 • 10AM

Start your journey from 1-5K and beyond! This event will start at the Fitness Center and finish at the Liberty Club.

Get your body moving with this exciting, high-energy class. *Social distancing guidlines will be observed, with plenty of space to have a blast!

MUST BE WILLING TO DO SOMETHING YOU’VE NEVER DONE.’ — THOMAS JEFFERSON,

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Rain or Shine

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GOLF SIMULATOR: Enjoy 1 FREE Session

Tuesday-Sunday • 9am-3pm Available throughout January Our golf simulator is perfect to practice your game, rain or shine, even on your lunch break! We are pleased to announce the re-location of the simulator and want you to help us celebrate! We are offering patrons a free 30 minute session! All equipment is provided and you can have up to four people for one booking! To reserve your slot, book with the Pro Shop by calling 01638 52 2223 or email dean.fairweather.gb@us.af.mil.

If you’re hooked after the session, additional simulator time can be purchased for $15/hour for members or $20/hour for non-members.

Don’t forget to check out our Pro Shop for allUK of Government your golfing Due to guidance, Breckland Pines needs!

LOCKDOWN UPDATE

Golf Course is closed until further notice.

BRECKLAND PINES GOLF COURSE BLDG 1320 | 01638 52 2223

STARTING JANUARY 4: OPEN DAILY 9AM-3PM

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

BLDG 950 | 01638 52 3847

deployed family dinner

We will provide curbside pick-up to allow our families to enjoy a delicious meal while staying within Covid guidelines. Cost is free for all pre-deployers and their families 30 days from departure, members’ families while they’re deployed, and returning members & families 30 days after deployment.

Wednesday, January 20* 5-5:45pm | 6-6:45pm A&FRC Parking Lot

Wednesday, January 13* 9:30-11:30am

Linked in Learn about LinkedIn, how to network professionally and build a profile. We'll cover what to and what to avoid doing.

key spouse mentor training This training has been developed to be a peer to peer instructive and interactive training; providing opportunities for mentors to learn from each other and share ideas and information.

LOCKDOWN UPDATE

AdditionalThe Airman & Family Readiness Center

classes

Friday, January 22* *is open to serve 10:30am-12:30pm your family through

appointments and virtual classes.

Click here to visit us on Facebook and stay up to date on all our programming.

Pre-Deployment Briefing Thursdays • 10:30am-12:30pm

Dept. of Labor Employment Workshop Wednesday, January 27 • 8am-4pm

Dept. of Labor Employment Track (Virtual) 2 Day Course Thursday-Friday, January 28-29 • 8am-4pm

TAPS Education Track Thursday-Friday, January 28-29 • 8am-4pm

*TO SIGN UP FOR PROGRAMS call 01638 52 3847

LOCKDOWN UPDATE During lockdown the Liberty Library will be available for Curbside services ONLY. Curbside will run Monday- Friday, during our regular business hours of 10-6 until further notice.

To order your materials, please visit www.usafelibraries.org.

At this time, you can only request items that are on our shelves locally.

Orders must be received by noon the day before pick up. For example, the cut off for picking items up on Friday will be noon on Thursday, and the cut off for Monday pickups will be noon on Friday, and so on.

You will receive an automatic notification when you items are ready for pick up. Give us a ring (01638 52 3713) when you are outside to let us know your name and we will meet you at the door with your items!

The book drop located on the door of the library will remain open for returns.

Liberty Library BLDG 907 | 01638 52 3717

BABY RHYME TIME

TUE, JAN 5 • 10:30AM HELD EVERY 1ST TUESDAY!

Exposing children to music during early development helps them learn the sounds and meanings of words and enriches bonding between parent and baby. Open to ages 2 years and younger.

Call for more details and to sign up.

Programs will continue virtually at this time.

STORYTIME

S T T RIVIA R O PS FACEBOOK LIVE! @LAKENHEATHLIBERTYLIBRARY

TUE, JAN 26 •12-1PM PRIZES TO WIN QUESTIONS ON AMERICAN FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL, BASEBALL AND MORE! *Must be a DOD ID card holder and 18+

10:15 AND 10:45AM HELD EVERY THURSDAY

Parents, bring your preschooler and engage together at our weekly Storytime. We willsing, dance, read, and play with a focus on early literacy skills.

Includes a FREE craft to take home! Call for more details and to sign up.

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CRAFTERNOON WED, JAN 13 • 3-4PM TAKE & MAKE!

Stop by and pick up a bag with two different crafts to make at home! Open to ages 12 years and under on a first-come-first-served basis (while supplies last). *Due to small parts and/or safety parental supervision will be required

WED, JANUARY 6 • 3-6PM Celebrate the re-opening of our newly refurbished Library!

Join us for winter themed activities, food trucks, ribbon cutting, and free giveaways (while supplies last) and much more!

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YOUTH PROGRAM VIRTUAL CALENDAR

Keep the youth in your life engaged this January with a variety of exciting and fun activities brought to you by RAFL Youth Programs. From Magic Monday and Tasty Tuesday to Wild â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n Out Wednesday, Thrilling Thursday and Freestyle Friday, there is something for every personality.

Follow us on Facebook to see the CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS entire calendar CDC EAST BLDG 659 | 01638 52 3285 and each daily CDC WEST BLDG 439 | 01638 52 5812 challenge.

FCC BLDG 659 (TEMPORARY) | 01638 1724 YOUTH CENTER BLDG 250 | 01638 52 5437

@LAKENHEATHYOUTHPROGRAMS

COUCH TO 5K

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his program is designed for beginners to gradually build up their running ability so they can eventually run 5km without stopping. The pace of the 9-week running plan has been tried and tested by 10s of thousands of new runners. Everyone is welcome to join!

We will meet every other Saturday morning for a check in.. Als0 included in the challenge are fun prizes, a preset training schedule and a 5k.

RENOVATIONS

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ust as many of our readers will have resolutions for the new year to improve themselves, we are improving the Youth Center with renovations! We appreciate your understanding with the inconvenience as we work to make the Youth Center an even better resource for your family. We look forward to completion when we will have a new roof, walls, hallways and flooring.

NINE WEEK PROGRAM STARTS JANUARY 9

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2021 YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION IT’S TIME TO REGISTER FOR YOUTH SOCCER!

Coaches Training: Tue, Feb 23 • 5pm Assessments: Thur, Feb 25 • 5pm

Registration is open from Monday, Jan Parents Meeting: Tue, Mar 2 • 6pm 25 to Friday, Feb 19. Register at RAFL Youth Center.

Season Runs: All meetings take place at the Youth Mon, Mar 8 - Sat, May 1 Center, assessments at Contact us by phone at the Youth Center soccer fields.

01638 52 5437 or by email at katherine.andert.1@us.af.mil

LOCKDOWN UPDATE The Child and Youth Programs will remain open during this lockdown.

Stay tuned to www.lakenheathfss.com for any changes.

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BECOME AN FCC PROVIDER

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o you enjoy working with children? Do you reside in base government housing? Are you looking to operate your own business from home? Then Family Child Care (FCC) could be the PERFECT fit for you!

RESPITE CARE PROVIDERS NEEDED

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ecome a respite care provider! Join the team of providers who serve Air Force Families with a child with special needs.

Do you have a passion to work with special needs? Do you currently provide care for children with special needs? You can get paid to provide USAF Respite Care, while gaining valuable knowledge and experience as a Respite Care Provider!

Enjoy Great Benefits: • Receive free training • Receive support & resources • Enjoy flexible hours • Receive competitive wages • Gain valuable experience

To learn more about Respite Care and FCC Providers contact Tekarra Powell at Tekarra.Powell.1@us.af.mil

CONTACT US AND START YOUR NEW CAREER TODAY!

We have great bonuses!

• Receive a one-time payment of $300 just for becoming an FCC provider or renewing your certification.

• Receive a one-time payment of $200 per child when you open up your doors for full-time care to any child that is on the Child Development Center (CDC) waiting list.

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Page Community Center BLDG 900 | 01638 52 1627

Neon NEW YEAR Neon Skate

LOCKDOWN UPDATE

Saturday, January 9 • 4-6pm $5 per skater | Book your hour slot!

Due to UK Guidance, the Page Community Center will be closed until further notice; however, we will still have virtual programming.

Light your Saturday up with a neon skate! All skaters will receive glow accessories* and skate rental. *While supplies last

Message us on Facebook to sign up @LakenheathCommunityCenters

Click here to follow us on Facebook for the latest competitions and virtual events.

New Years Bingo

Friday, January 22 • 6pm At Page CAC | 18 and over only Pre-purchase books at the Page CAC Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays 11am-5pm $25 for two books*, each additional $15 *Minimum purchase 2 books per person.

Valentine’s Gift Shop Opens January 25!

Free delivery February 8-12*

Romantic or fun gifts for whomever your special someone is, starting from $5! *Delivery limited to RAFL, RAFM, RAFF. Limited spaces available, pre-order recommended.

Ward Community Center

RAFF BLDG 94 | 01638 52 7023

LOCKDOWN UPDATE

Feasting Fridays

Winter at Ward

Come pick up pizza from the Rainy Day Café. Available every Friday in January.

all events canceled.

Crafts, treatsnotice and awith specially The Day Café will be open Mon-Fri: 7am-1pm for reserved time toRainy play at the Rainy Day Play Café! take away only. The play area will be closed.

Fridays, January 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 4-6pm

Saturday, January 23 • 2-4pm Theper Ward Community Center will be closed until further Ages 0-6 | $10 child

*Sign ups are limited and required.

Please pay at the Rainy Day Play Café.

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FEEL THE OPEN ROAD

NO REALLY, pzifer said so

LOCKDOWN UPDATE FREE WINTER CHECK!

Auto Hobby and Tire & Lube Center will continue to provide car maintenance throughout the lockdown.

MONDAY-FRIDAY 10AM-5PM NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED Free Winter Check Includes:

Call us at at 01638 52 2454 (Auto Hobby) or 01638 52 2279 (Tire & Lube) to make your appointment today.

• Exterior light operation • Battery load test and security • Coolant level/condition • Brake fluid test • Windscreen washer fluid level/operation • Wiper blade condition • Tire pressure/wear check

HOURS OF OPERATION

AUTO HOBBY COMPLEX

MOT TESTING

MON - FRI: 7:30AM-5:30PM *FAMILY & GOAL DAYS: 8AM-4PM

MON - FRI: 8AM-4PM SUN: 9AM-3PM

DIY SAT & SUN: 9AM-5PM

SYSTEM CHECKS

TIRE & LUBE CENTER

MON - FRI: 10AM-5PM

MON - FRI: 7:30AM-5:30PM

CLOSED ON UK/US DUAL HOLIDAYS

AUTO HO B BY CO M PLE X

AU TO H O B BY • 016 3 8 52 24 5 4 • B L D G 110 8 T I R E & LU B E • 016 3 8 52 2 279 • B L D G 10 3 0

Know Your Car

Jet Wash

Want to learn more about your vehicle? Don't miss our FREE, informative class for novice car owners taught by a specialist member of staff, where you will be taken through the basics of your own car at the Auto Hobby Complex. Learn how to change a tire, light bulbs, check all your fluids and more.

Call 01638 52 2454 to schedule your class. *Sponsored by Mildenhire and Volvo.

Wash your car for $0.75 per 1.5 minutes

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Wax on, wax off at your own pace. Utilize our self-service car wash to clean your car and make Mr. Miyagi proud.

winter supplies available

CAR WASH TOKENS

Don't forget to stock up on supplies.

$10 EACH OR 6 FOR $50

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Windshield de-icer

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Antifreeze

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Rock salt

Keep your car looking sharp with our deluxe car wash tokens. They also make great gifts for the car aficionado in your life. Pick up your tokens today at Auto Hobby.

HEADLIGHT CONVERSION

RETIRE YOUR RIDE

NEW TO RAF LAKENHEATH?

START FRESH IN 2021

Did you just receive your car from the Vehicle Processing Center? Bring it by the Auto Hobby Complex for a preinspection to find out what’s involved in converting it to comply with UK laws.

Stop in Monday -Friday between noon and 1pm for a free pre-inspection and estimate.

Looking to kick your car to the curb along with 2020? We can handle your vehicle disposal in a legal and environmentally-responsible way. No complicated paperwork! Call us and we will tow your vehicle for FREE and keep you out of trouble by taking care of all the necessary arrangements.

ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER

BLDG 906 | 01638 52 2194

New Year New Hobby

LOCKDOWN UPDATE The Arts & Crafts Center will have limited hours and services during lockdown. Many of our classes are now available as take-home kits or live through Zoom.

Click here to order online or schedule a virtual shopping appointment.

January is National Hobby Month. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a New Year and the perfect time to start a new hobby or pick up where you left off with an old one. This is a great way to forget about the pressure of work or other daily stresses. Unwind your mind and let us help you jump start your New Year!

Brush to Canvas Thursday, January 21

5:45-8pm @ The Liberty Club $25 Inclusive Join us for a step-by-step painting class to relax and get your creativity going. While you paint you can also enjoy a beverage or two from the Liberty Club bar (drinks not included in price).

Specialty Services

CERAMICS

Our Ceramics Department offers classes, mold pouring, supplies, accessories and much more.

CRAFT STORE

We sell everything from art supplies and fabric to seasonal decor and planners.

CUSTOM FRAMING Display your cherished memories and achievements with a custom frame.

WHEEL THROWING S EW I NG C LA S S E S P H O T O G R A P H Y

January Classes Macrame 101

Thursdays January 7 or 14

10am-Noon or 6-8pm One Session Course | $40 Inclusive

Macrame 201

Thursdays, January 7 and 14

10am-Noon or 6-8pm Two Session Course | $40 Plus supplies

Kids & Canvas

Saturday, January 23

CLASSES

Ages 5-8 10am-Noon | Ages 9-12 Noon-2pm $15 Inclusive

Thursday, Brush January 2 Canvas28

11am-2pm or 5-8pm Thursday, January $40 Inclusive

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Kids & Canvas Saturday, January 23 • 10am Copper Foil Stained Glass Friday, January 29

TAKE-HOME KITS

10am-4pm $75 Inclusive

Ceramic Kids Clay Time

Lead Stained Glass Ceramic Clay Play Friday, January Crafting Kits29 To-Go 10am-4pm $75 Inclusive

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COMING SOON

Crafting Hour Wednesday, January 20 • 10am Stained Glass Mosaic

KITS TO GO!

STOP IN TO SEE OUR SELECTION

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@RAF LAKENHEATH ARTS & CRAFTS EMBROIDERY

We can embroider name tapes, flight patches, Air Force patches and custom designs.

ENGRAVING

We offer custom engraving on over 50 different products.

PASSPORT PHOTOS We will advise, take and provide you with passport photos.

PRINTING

We print on T-Shirts, banners, vinyl, mugs, plates and more.

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Home is where the Air Force takes us Shabby Chic State Signs

Tuesdays, January 12, 19 and 26 5:30-7:30pm | $40 Inclusive *Call to sign up.

there is no scrap wood, just pieces not yet used.

JANUARY SPECIALS

RELAX WITH SOME WOOD WORK

10% OFF ALL PLY 10% OFF ALL STAINS 20% OFF ALL SCREWS

LOCKDOWN UPDATE The Wood Shop is open for Pick-up only for phone or online orders.

Browse our custom projects here.

WOOD SHOP BLDG 1104 â&#x20AC;¢ 01638 52 3367

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STOP BY OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF RENTAL ITEMS TO FIT YOUR EVERY NEED! Complete Your Honey-do List

Restart your year by completing those DIY projects you didn’t get to in 2020. We carry carpet shampooers, vacuum cleaners and more for your indoor projects as well as lawn mowers, roto-tillers, rakes and small hand tools to refresh your garden. Check out our full list online!

LOCKDOWN UPDATE Rental items are available by appointment only with limited hours.

Click here to visit Outdoor Recreation on Facebook to contact us and set up your appointment today.

Store Your Holiday Decor

Did you holiday decor multiply in 2020? If you can’t seem to find the space to store everything, let us help! We have storage units available in two different sizes. Contact us today for our current rates and to reserve your space!

New Year, Try a New Hobby

Start a new hobby and learn to play guitar-no strings attached. Your first 30 days of rental are free! After that you can return the guitar, buy it for $115 or rent to own for $45/month for three months.

Rock in the New Year

Refresh your musical skills in 2021 with a new musical instrument. We offer a large selection of musical instruments and accessories to suit the needs of everyone-beginners to professionals, and everyone in-between.

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£20 discount* on your insurance for USAF and civillian personnel With over 30 years’ experience insuring USAF and civillian personnel, we can help with insurance for your private car, motorcycle and renter’s insurance.

Plus, call today and quote ‘@ease’ and we will give you a £20 discount* on your policy!

Contact our specialist, Darren Hayward, for a quote darren.hayward@aplan.co.uk 35-36 Brentgovel Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1EA

01284 771 720

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*Only available through the Bury St Edmunds branch and is for new clients only. A £20 discount will be deducted from your underwriting premium. Applicable for the first year only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. A-Plan reserve the right to withdraw or change the offer at any time. A-Plan Insurance is a trading style of A-Plan Holdings who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered office: 2 Des Roches Square, Witney, OX28 4LE. Registration number 750484.

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

BLDG 1109 | 01638 52 2146

Laser Focus to start your year with a blast

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weat drips down your brow as you peer around the wall and set your scope on the enemy ahead, completely unaware of your presence. As you pull the trigger you see their vest flash red: success!

Join Outdoor Recreation for a thrilling adventure of laser tag with friendly competition against others from RAF Mildenhall in this joint base program.

Which base will come out victorious?

Laser Tag

Saturday, January 30 Ages 8+ | Exertion Level Moderate $25 | Includes transportation & game

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Outdoor Recreationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pedaler Bike Shop boasts one of the only fully stocked bicycle shops in the whole of USAFE, complete with a United Bicycle Institute certified technician available for all your repair needs. Stop into our store to see our current selection and get rolling!

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3 Churches Hike Saturday, January 2

Ages 10+ | Exertion Level Low $35 | Includes transportation & guide Feeling guilty from your holiday feasting or simply starting a new yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolution?

ODR will be conducting a nice walk along 3 churches.

Lavenham Circular Hike Saturday, January 23

Ages 13+ | Exertion Level Moderate $30 | Includes transportation & guide Join us on this 5 mile circular hike. Enjoy the beautiful half-timbered medieval cottages, a 13th century church and free time to explore the village.

Mountain Biking Sunday, January 24

Ages 18+ | Exertion Level High $35 | Includes transportation & guide Tackle the Theftford forest trails with ODR on this self-guided adventure. With many different trails to choose from, you can make this as difficult as you want.

Rendlesham Forest Sunday, February 7

Ages 8+ | Exertion Level Moderate $35 | Includes transportation & guide Come join your ODR guide on this circular walk, keeping your eyes peeled for aliens! In 1980, this forest became famous for unexplained lights and many claimed UFOs landed here.

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WINCHESTER & SOUTHAMPTON 2 DAY

February 6-7 Adult £159, Child (2-11) £135, Infant £75 Includes: coach transportation, 1-night Bed & Breakfast, free time in Winchester and free time in Southampton. Single supplement £30.

KIDZANIA (MLK DAY)

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January 16-17 Adult £149, Child (2-11) £125, Infant £75 Includes: coach transportation, 1-night Bed & Breakfast and free time in Oxford and Bicester Village. Single Supplement £30.

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DUE TO COVID-19, FACILITY OPERATING HOURS ARE CHANGING FREQUENTLY. CHECK ONLINE OR WITH THE FACILITY PRIOR TO MAKING PLANS. AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER Bldg 950 • x3847 Mon-Wed & Fri: 7:30am-4pm Thur: 7:30am-1pm Closed Holidays & Goal/Family Day

ARTS & CRAFTS Bldg 906 • x2194 Tue-Fri: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-4pm

Closed 2nd Tues 2-3:30 for Training Open Goal & Family Days 10am-4pm Closed on Holidays

AUTO HOBBY COMPLEX Bldg 1108 • x2454 Mon-Fri: 7:30am-5:30pm DIY- Sat-Sun: 9am-5pm Free Checks: 10am-5pm AUTO TIRE & LUBE CENTER Bldg 1030 • x2279 or x2278 Mon-Fri: 7:30am-5:30pm

Golf Shop Open Daily: 9am-3pm Grill 48 Closed until futher notice CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS (CDC) CDC East Bldg 659 • x3285 CDC West Bldg 439 • x5812

FAMILY CHILD CARE Bldg 659 (Temporary) • x1724 Mon-Fri: 7am-4pm FITNESS & SPORTS CENTER Bldg 904 • x3607 Mon-Thur: 5am-9pm Fri: 5am-6pm Sat-Sun: 8am-4pm

GEICO/CLEMENTS WORLDWIDE Bldg 957 • Room 213 & 215 01638 53 3400 Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm

Mon-Fri Breakfast: 6-8:15am Lunch: 11am-1pm Dinner: 4:30-6:30pm Sat-Sun Brunch: 8am-12:30pm Dinner: 4:30-6:30pm Sun-Thur Midnight Meal: 11pm-1am

LIBERTY CLUB Bldg 648 • x1611 Cashier’s Window: Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm Sat & Sun: Closed Casino Lounge/Bar:* Sun: 4-9:30pm Mon-Wed: 4-10pm Thur: 4-10 Fri–Sat: 4-9

Family/Goal days 10-4pm.

Closed Holidays

Ward @ Feltwell Bldg 94 • x7023 Mon: 7am-5pm Tue-Fri: 7am-1pm

Closed Holidays. Family & Goal days.

Rainy Day Café Play area remains closed.

EDUCATION SERVICES Bldg 948 • x3851 Phone/email support only Mon-Thur: 8am-4:15pm Fri: 8am-4:15pm

GREAT LITTLE PIZZA PLACE Bldg 670 • x2181 or x2497 Tue-Thur: 11am-9pm Fri: 11am-10pm Sat: 4-10pm Sun: 4-9pm Delivery: Tue-Thur: 11am-8pm Fri: 11am-9pm Sat: 4-9pm Sun: 4-8pm

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Slots: Sun: 8am-10pm Mon-Wed: 6:30am-10pm Thur-Fri: 6:30am-11pm Sat: 8am-11pm

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Page @ Lakenheath Bldg 900 • x1627 Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm Skating rink and game room remain closed.

Catering Office Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm

KNIGHT’S TABLE MILITARY DINING FACILITY Bldg 934 • x3214

Closed on US Holidays & December 26

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES CENTERS (CAC)

EAGLES’ LANDING Bldg 958 • x2489

Liberty Wings Bldg 958 • 01638 53 2103 Sun-Sat: 11am-8pm

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Closed Holidays

Closed on Holidays

JUICE BROS @ FITNESS 01638 53 2927 Temporarily close

Open 8am-4pm on Holidays & Goal/ Family Days. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day.

Closed on UK/US Dual Holidays Family & Goal Days 10am-4pm

BRECKLAND PINES GOLF COURSE Bldg 1320 • x2223

Jolly Olde Eagle Pub Bldg 958 • 226-2326 Temporarily closed

HARD COPIES PRINT SHOP Bldg 957 • 1st Floor • x1719 Mon-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm HOT PIT: FLIGHTLINE Bldg 1224 • x3184 Mon-Fri: 6:30am-8pm

Closed weekends, US Holidays & Goal Days

HUMAN RESOURCES NAF HRO RAFL Bldg 977 • Room G45 226-4417 Mon-Fri: Appointments Only Closed Holidays & Goal/Family Days

HUMAN RESOURCES CIVILIAN PERSONNEL RAFM RAFM Bldg 435 • 238-2111 Mon-Wed: 8am-3pm Appointment only: After 3pm INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL (ITT) Bldg 977 • Room G20 • x2979 Mon-Fri: 11am-4pm Mildenhall BX Location Tue & Thur: 11am-3pm

Lakenheath BX currently closed.

Pinkertons Steakhouse Bldg 648 • 07760 61 6844 Thur-Sat: 5-8pm Sun-Wed: Closed Food to Go: 07760616844 Sun-Wed • 4-8pm

Rugbie’s: A Modern Bistro Bldg 648 • x1603 Mon-Fri: 6:30am-2pm Sat-Sun: 8am-2pm Food to Go: 07760616844 Sun-Wed • 4-8pm LIBERTY LANES BOWLING CENTER Bldg 657 • x2108 Appointments only Sun: 1pm-8pm Tue-Thur: 1pm-8pm Fri-Sat: 1pm-10pm

LIBERTY LIBRARY Bldg 907 • x3713 Mon-Tue, Thur-Fri: 10am-6pm Wed: 10am-7pm Sat: 10am-3pm Closed Sundays, Federal Holidays, Family & Goal Days. Also closed every 3rd Tuesday until noon for staff training

LIBERTY LODGE Bldg 984 • x6700 Front Desk 24 Hours a Day Check-In: 2pm | Check-Out: 11am

MILITARY PERSONNEL FLIGHT Bldg 977 • x1713 Customer Support & ID Cards Schedule an appointment via lakenheathfss.com • x5131 Career Development: Relocations Phone & Email Support • x3939 Career Development: Promotion & Retention Phone & Email Support • x1079 Force Management Phone & Email Support • x5138 Passport Services x1210 OUTDOOR RECREATION Bldg 1109 • x2146 Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm

Goal/Family Days 10am-2pm Closed on Sat, Sun and Holidays

POST OFFICE Bldg 1025 • x3548 Finance/Mailing out Mon-Wed & Fri: 10am-5pm Thur: 11am-5pm Sat: 10am-5pm

Priority Express not accepted after 3pm

Package Pick Up: Mon-Wed & Friday: 10am-6pm Thurs: 11am-6pm Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: Closed Night Shift Package Pickup: Mon-Fri: 7-8am Customer Service/In & Out processing/Claims: Mon-Wed & Fri: 10am-4pm Thur: 11am-4pm Sat & Sun: Closed TAXIS (PHOENIX) Bldg 650 (next to Shopette) 01638 53 3060 • Open 24 Hours VAT RELIEF PROGRAM OFFICE Bldg 957 • Ground Floor • x3166 Mon - Fri 8:30am-12pm

By Appointment Only WOOD SHOP Bldg 1104 • x3367 Wed-Sat: 11am-5pm Closed on Holidays

YOUTH CENTER Bldg 250 • x5437 Mon-Fri: 7:30am-6pm *Closed federal holidays

Open Recreation/Teen Bldg 250 • x5451

Closed Federal Holidays & Goal/Family Days

School Age Care (SAC) Bldg 250 • x5373 Closed Federal Holidays

Youth Sports Bldg 250 • x5452

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