GET UP & GO! - November 2022 - issue 35 - 100th Force Support Squadron - RAF Mildenhall

GET UP & GO!

Content produced monthly by the 100th Force Support Squadron Marketing Department, 100 FSS/FSK, RAF Mildenhall, Unit 4702, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 8NF

Call: 01638 54 2057 E-mail: 100fss.marketing@us.af.mil Website: 100FSS.com

100th FORCE SUPPORT COMMAND

Maj. Emily Bold Commander, 100th Force Support Squadron Mr. Colin Richardson

Deputy Director, 100th Force Support Squadron CMSgt Georgette Springs Superintendent, 100th Force Support Squadron

MARKETING DEPARTMENT

Sandy Mackall: Marketing Director

Bruce Richardson: Visual Information Specialist

Brittany Doran: Visual Information Specialist

Hugh Canavan: Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator Kristen Cortelyou: Marketing Assistant

is an unofficial publication for U.S. Forces and their families serving in the UK. The contents of this magazine are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by the U.S. government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Air Force. The appearance of advertising and sponsorship credits in the Get Up & GO! do not constitute endorsement by the DoD nor Department of the Air Force. Everything advertised here shall be made available for purchase or use without regard to any non-merit factor of the purchaser. Information is subject to change without notice. Please contact facilities directly for the latest details.

Welcome to a special edition of the GET UP & GO! which for the first time includes the Discount Directory (page 29), a listing of those stores in Mildenhall and Bury St Edmunds that provide discounts to US Air Force personnel.

Researched by the 100 FSS Marketing Department, the Discount Directory provides an easy way to save money when you’re out and about. Show your ID when ordering at the stores in the Directory and get money off.

Elsewhere in this November issue of the GET UP & GO! we have details of the many events and attractions brought to you by 100 FSS this month. November means Thanksgiving and we’re celebrating in the Galaxy Club with our Thanksgiving Buffet Meal on November 23-24. Eat in or take away options available.

Need to lose those calories in preparation for Thanksgiving? Head to the Fitness Center’s Turkey Trot on November 19 (page 18).

Looking ahead, the festive season is just around the corner and on December 1 will see RAF Mildenhall’s Christmas Tree lighting in Washington Square. We’ll have all the attractions of a Christmas market - grab a drink, browse the stalls and listen to our carol singers!

We’ve got a great British Christmas tradition coming to Mildenhall on December 10 - the pantomime, with a performance of Robin Hood at the Bob Hope Community Center. Great fun for the entire family –audience participation is a must! Get your tickets in advance from the Bob Hope Community Center.

IN THIS ISSUE

MIL-D-CON 2022 ROUNDUP!

Last month we at 100 FSS hosted the biggest event of the year - MIL-D-CON! Held Friday through Sunday on September 29, October 1 and October 2 at the Galaxy Club Complex, it was an event for the books! Responding to the positive feedback about our virtual content in years past, we once again provided a multi-platform experience!

We offered virtual content on Friday and Sunday, with the live and in-person experience on Saturday.

So, what is Mil-D-Con you ask? Well, let us tell you about it! It is a comic con for all! For

RIGHT: Crowds attend MIIL-D-CON.

BELOW: Ambassadors of Hollywood from Armed Forces Entertainment.

will enjoy this narrative. For those who haven’t... you’ll wish you had!

The 100 FSS Mil-D-Con Experience begins the week prior when you may have noticed a couple superheroes walking among us on base as Captain America and Captain Carter visited. Then, as days go by, you’ll see equipment, trucks, cones and tape being put up. A couple days before take-off, you may be disgruntled to see the club parking lot blocked off, but you will be amazed to witness the set-up of the 180/40 ft entry/vendor tent. A physical

Then, the day before, Thor, Superman, Wonder Woman and Spiderman arrive... well, life-size replicas, that is.

Friday (and Sunday) is virtual day. On all social media, folks were entertained with Mil-DCon greetings by actor Dean Cain and numerous others. Cool and creative video by staff and volunteers filled our followers’ feeds. And on that Friday evening, In the FSS BHCC Gamer Room, we hosted a virtual Q&A with legendary gamer LEGIQN. You can watch whole discussion at youtu.be/L-sKpFBsMjE

And now it is the night-

RAF Mildenhall's biggest event of the year gets bigger!

before-and-morning-of. Late into the night and in the wee hours of the morning, dozens of staff are putting up tables, backdrops, balloons, signage, lights, electrical, and stuffing thousands of goody bags. And then it was time for over 4,000 visitors arrive to see the food trucks outside and the thankfully a contained T-Rex outside. They then enter the tent to be greeted by Chewbacca, superheroes galore, and Storm Troopers. Action cars such as the famous DeLorean and others are there. And the vendors. Oh, the vendors. Creative wares, stuffies, collectibles, paintings, and so much more.

Inside the club there was a lot going on – giveaways, gamer tables, board games, retro arcade, gaming competition, more vendor booths, artist displays, costume contests, photo ops (The Iron Throne from Game of Thrones), and children’s activities.

Did we say celebrities? Yep, they were there, too. And did we mention the... Hmmm ... well, you get the idea. It was awesome. You’ll just have to attend MIL-D-CON 2023 to get the full experience. For those who were there, please share your experiences and ideas. For those who weren’t – we will see you next year!

Gingerbread House

Nov. 1 – 30

Build your own Ginger Bread House for a $25 FSS gift card. We'll provide all the supplies.

will be announced Dec. 1 - Limited space available.

up today at www.bit.ly/3s4Gw0L

Thanksgiving Crafts To Go!

Nov. 1 – 23 while supplies last

by and take a home a fun craft to help keep the kids busy while you watch the football games.

Autumn Ceramic Painting

Thursday, Nov 3. from 11 am – 1 pm

a special touch to your Thanksgiving table by hand-painting a pumpkin or leaf bowl.

BOWLING CLINIC

Featuring Sean Rash, Danielle McEwan

Wednesday, Nov.

Stephanie Zavalas

Enjoy a trick shot

on lane

clinic and a chance to bowl with the pros.

Red Pin Bowling

Fridays • 11 am – 8 pm

per game

16 years & under: $3 per game

a Strike when the head pin is Red and win a free game!

2/2 Dorm Bowling Special

Fridays & Saturdays • 8 pm – 10 pm

per game and $2 shoe rental.

Glow Bowling

Saturdays • 5 pm – 8 pm

a great way to unwind over the weekend with good music and

atmosphere.

games and $2 shoe rental after 8 pm.

After Schoool Teen Mixer

Wednesday, Nov. 2 • 4 pm – 7 pm

Games

Shoes.

out with

only! Open to 13 - 17 year olds

friends and unwind after school.

Best-on-the-Block - Family Bowling Tournament

Wednesday, Nov. 9

7 pm

Earn bragging rights as the top bowling family on base in this fast and

family

be Mom

competition. Teams are families with 3 bowlers

Dad

1 child or Mom/Dad + 2 kids). $12 per family.

9:30

VIRTUAL

Hardstand:

Sara NORTHSIDE

FITNESS CLASS

NORTHSIDE

*HIIT

NORTHSIDE

with Alsu HARDSTAND

*CYCLING with Kelsey HARDSTAND

ZUMBA with Diana HARDSTAND

*TURN UP with Marlee Nov. 5 & 19 HARDSTAND

with Diana NORTHSIDE

Stevie HARDSTAND

Marlee

*SPIN & SHRED with Erin HARDSTAND

*CYCLING with Stevie HARDSTAND

UP with Marlee HARDSTAND

DINO-VEMBER

As

Dino Steam

Tuesday, Nov. 8

pm

Dino Movie Day

Saturday,

Help

Memorial POPPY GARDEN

Nov. 1 - 30

Commemorate your loved ones who perished in military service. Stop by the library to have their name placed on a poppy and added to or remembrance garden. In honor of all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Lest we forget.

Storytime

Every Wednesday • 11 am

Join us every Wednesday for a wonderful story and crafts. All young children welcome!

Scavenger Hunt

All Week Long

Find all the pictures hidden around the library to earn a prize! There is a new scavenger hunt every Monday!

STEAM Saturday

Saturday, Nov. 5 • 2 pm – 4 pm

It’s Turkey Time! Come by the library and put your STEAM mind to work as we design and build different kinds of turkey traps!

Board & Book Tasting

Tuesday, Nov. 15 • 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

BYOB (Bring your own board & book)! Bring a themed charcuterie board and one of your top reads and we will spend the evening snacking and talking about some of our favorite books.

Native American Indian Heritage Storytime

Wednesday, Nov. 16 • 11 am & 3 pm

Join us and a guest reader for a double feature Storytime, as we celebrate Native American Indian History Month!

If you can’t make the morning Storytime, join us later in the day for an afternoon Storytime!

LIBRARY CLOSURES

Friday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day Monday, Nov. 14: USAFE Day Thursday, Nov. 24: Thanksgiving Day Friday, Nov. 25: USAFE Day

The Library will be open Saturday, Nov. 12 & 26 • 10 am - 5 pm

Whisky Tour

Saturday, Nov. 26 $25 per person

Join ODR to discover the best whisky distilled in Britain as we tour the English Whisky Co. founded over 100 years ago. Experience the process of whisky distilling right in our backyard. At the end of the tour we get to enjoy a few samples of what we watched being made. We’ll stop at a local pub for true English pub meal. Price includes transportation, tour and samples.

ODR Focus Group

Thursday, Nov. 17 • Noon

Just show up with a sack lunch and join the conversation.

Dickensian Christmas Experience

Saturday, Dec. 10 & 17 $60 per person // $50 R4R price per person

Step into the Victorian world of Dickensian filled with a rich tapestry of lively and enjoyable events for all ages. Turn back the Christmas clock to experience a traditional English Christmas as it was in 1869. Villagers may loiter in the street by the Bakehouse or congregate in the Tavern to hear Mr. Dickens read from A Christmas Carol. Watch displays of magic and songs in the Music Hall and explore the garden to find clues to solve a riddle. Meet Father Christmas and end the day singing carols round the Christmas Tree. Includes transportation, parking, and entry fees. Space is limited, sign up today.

REGISTRATION

Night Out

5 (must be in

for infants of 6 weeks

However,

the time of

12

and is

must have a referral

issued by a Unit

First Sergeant, Chaplain, doctor/medical professional,

Youth Programs or Child Development Center Director,

Center.

Wednesday before care is provided along with

the CDC at 01638 54 2042 or the Youth

01638

5437

you have any questions.

Nerf Night

Nov.

RAF

Rock-Wall Climbing

Dec. 16

RAF MILDENHALL

$10

England

Iran:

Dark

USA

Wales: November 21st

England VS USA: November 25th

Iran VS USA: November 29th

Wales

England: November 29th

Birmingham's

Stonehenge & City of Bath

Saturday

26

Adult £58 | Child (5-17) £52 | Infant £15

R4R: Adult £15 | Child £13

Stonehenge entry, &

York St. Nicolas

Sunday

27

Adult £38 | Child (3-14) £36

Bath

Thursday

Adult

8

Adult £38 | Child (3-14) £36

Infant £15

It’s beginging to look a lot like Christmas Markets!

Leeds at

December

Adult £46 | Child (4-15) £40

Infant £15

Santa’s

Adult

Infant £15

December 10

Adult £32 | Child £38 | Infant (Under 1) £15

Santa’s Magical

and a gift from Santa

*Gifts are included in the child’s price only

Best

Friday,

Adult £319, Child (2-11) £269,

Coach

2

at

Antwerp

Arts & Crafts

Building: 404 // Call: 2644

Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm

Auto Hobby Complex Building: 240 // Call: 2480/1480

Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm

Bob Hope Community Center

Building: 404 // Call: 2579

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 7 pm Sat: 9 am - 3 pm

Bowling Center Building: 160 // Call: 2348

Tues - Thurs: 11 am - 8 pm

Fri & Sat: 11 am - 10 pm

Closed: Sunday & Monday

Child Development Center Building: 288 // Call: 2042

Mon - Fri: 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Civilian Personnel Building: 435 // Call: 3540

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 3 pm

The Daily Grind Coffee Shop located inside the Galaxy Club Building: 437 // Call: 7178

Mon - Fri: 6:30 am - 4 pm

Sat: 8 am - 2 pm

Education Center Building: 427 // Call: 2350

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 4 pm

Family Child Care - RAFL Email: tekarra.powell.1@us.af.mil

Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Galaxy Club

American Roadhouse Building: 437 // Call: 2680

Mon - Fri: Breakfast: 7 am - 10 am Lunch: 11 am - 2 pm

Weds - Sat: Dinner: 4 pm - 9 pm Cashier Cage Call: 2683

Mon - Fri: 11 am - 1:30 pm & 2 pm - 3 pm

Sports Bar Call: 7174

Weds - Thurs: 4 pm - 9 pm

Fri: 3 pm - 2 am / Sat: 4 pm - 2 am Sun: 4 pm - 9 pm

Tudor Bar at Middleton Hall Building: 464 // Call: 4860

Hardstand Fitness Center Building: 849 // Call: 3730 24/7 Access Available

Northside Fitness Center Building: 463 // Call: 2041 24/7 Access Available

Human Resources Office Building: 460 // Call: 3682

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 3 pm

Installation Personnel Readiness (IPR) Building: 550 // Call: 3317

Library Building: 425 // Call: 2352

Mon/ Wed/Thur/Fri: 10 am - 5 pm

Tues: 10 am - 7 pm / Sat: 10 am - 5 pm

Lodging (Gateway Inn) Building: 459 // Call: 2407 Open: 24/7

Military & Family Readiness Center

Building: 460 // Call: 3406

Mon /Tues / Thur / Fri: 8 am - 5 pm Wed: 11 am - 5 pm

Military Personnel Flight Customer Service Building: 436 // Call: 2222 Mon - Fri (Appointment only) 8 am - 3 pm

Outdoor Recreation Building: 162 // Call: 4283 Mon - Fri: 10 am - 5 pm

Post Office Building: 172 // Call: 7678 Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri: 9 am - 5 pm Weds: 7 am - 5 pm / Sat: 10 am - 1 pm

Professional Development Center (Customer Service) Building: 440 // Call: 5933 Mon - Fri: 6 am - 3 pm

VAT Relief Office Building: 450 // Call: 3822 Mon - Fri: 8 am - 12 pm

Youth Center

Building: 293 // Call: KIDS (5437)

Please visit 100FSS.com to view all programs and class open hours.