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OSAN AIR BASE, REPUBLIC OF KOREA --  

News Briefs

Traveling Table Tennis Show: Team Osan will have the chance to view the Preiss family's traveling table tennis show featuring Scott Priss and his son Austin Preiss from 7-8 p.m. April 6 in the fitness center here. Scott has appeared on The Best Damn Sports Show, ESPN, Regis and Kathy Lee, The Donny and Marie Show, The CBS Morning show and others. For the past three years Scott has performed with his sons Austin and Adam. 

Information Technology upgrade: General Dynamics Information Technology, Beyond Communications Corporation, a host nation company, and the 51st Communications Squadron will team up to install and test the upgrade for 269 Osan AB facilities. The project will kick-off April 1 and continue through December 10 this year. As a result expect to see construction and temporary traffic restrictions throughout the base. The construction will allow teams to install 74 manholes, more than 87,000 feet of conduit and over 229,000 feet of fiber optic cable. Government work centers may also experience interruptions in internet service, but rest assured they will be coordinated well beforehand and will be short in duration. For more information, contact: 51 CS/SCXP at 784-5520 or E-mail 51.cs.scx@Osan.af.mil 

Super Pyongtaek walk/hike: The Super Pyongtaek 5.8K walk/hike takes place April 11 beginning at 9:30 a.m. The walk will begin at Ichung LePorts Park. To register, send an e-mail to se.chon@osan.af.mil with first and last name, last four of social, phone number and e-mail address. The registration fee is $3.00 and is due by March 19. Registration includes souvenir, guid book and runner number. For more information, call 784-6567.

Honor Guard looking for members: The Osan Base Honor Guard is looking for sharp, dedicated and professional Airmen who are interested in becoming mem¬bers of the base honor guard. For more in¬formation, please contact Staff Sgt. Linda Weeks at 784-0962.

DRMO ceases receiving/processing shipments: Due to the operational readiness inspection in April cargo movements in the 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron will cease receiving/processing DRMO shipments on April 1. Normal DRMO processing will re¬sume April 28.

Educational Needs Assessment: The base education office is conducting an Educational Needs Assessment. Let them know how they can meet your edu¬cational needs by completing the annual needs assessment survey. Go to https://rso.my.af.mil/afvecprod/needs/, then select Osan from the drop-down menu.

Osan Junior Enlisted Counsel "Toys for Orphans": To strengthen our ties with our host country and the Songtan Community the OJEC is holding a Toys for Orphans drive beginning April 6 - May 29. The OJEC is hoping to collect enough toys to donate to different Orphanages in the area. For more information on how to donate, please contact your units OJEC POC or A1C Lakisha White or Amn Kristy Hammond at 784-6279/1845.

Parade Volunteers: Road Guards and Parade Walkers needed April 11 to promote awareness of child abuse. Parade begins at 1200. POC: Kristina Gasaway, 784-5010.
Easter Egg hunt volunteers needed: 40 volunteers needed to assist with base Easter Egg Hunt April 11 from 11:30 to 2 p.m. To volunteer, contact Mr. Henry Ross, at 784-1492; henry.ross.ctr@osan.af.mil.

Modern Army Combatives Invitational Family Readiness Group (FRG) Burger Burn: The 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade Modern Army Combatives Invitational Family Readiness Group (FRG) Burger Burn takes place April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in front of the Osan Fitness Center. There will be hot dogs, hamburgers, sausages, breakfast foods, baked goods, refreshments, coffee and more.

AF Form 1357s now need to be typed: A new financial requirement mandates all AF Form 1357s be typed. Unfortunately, this form is not available on the Air Force Publications website. IMPORTANT: Members must bring three typed copies of the 1357, two copies of orders, hotel receipt(s) and a non-availability letter (if applicable). The housing office staff will continue to review and verify the form and receipts for accuracy prior to submitting to finance. This change will not only ex-pedite the process, but will alleviate many customers from wasting their lunch hours waiting to get their forms typed by our clerks. If one of our customers does not have access to a computer, there are two customer service computers available in the waiting area for their use. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Bender or Ms. Pelliccia at 784-1840.

AFN Korea airing HBO movie "Taking Chance": AFN Korea will air the HBO movie "Taking Chance" on AFN/Movie, March 28 at 8 p.m. without commercial interruptions. Due to the mature content, parental discretion is advised for younger viewers. Taking Chance is based on a true story that follows the journey of military escort Lt Col. Michael Strobl as he takes the remains of young Marine Lance Corporal Chance Phelps back to his family. Inspired by Strobl's personal journal that he kept following the outpouring of support he received along his journey, this story is a true tribute to all the fallen and those who carry them home. For more information, see the AFN website at www.afnkorea.net

Parade Volunteers: Road Guards and Parade Walkers needed on 11 April to promote awareness of child abuse. Parade begins at 1200. POC: Kristina Gasaway, 784-5010.
Easter Egg Hunt: 40 volunteers needed to assist with base Easter Egg Hunt on 11 April:1st Shift 0930-1130 (help with setup); 2nd Shift 1130-1400 (help with cleanup). POC: Henry Ross, 784-1492; henry.ross.ctr@osan.af.mil.

Volunteer Resource Program Data Entry: Consistent volunteer needed ASAP to maintain records of base volunteer hours and volunteer registrations; Requires 2-3 flexible hours each week. POC: Christy Casper, 784-5440; christy.casper@osan.af.mil.

Volunteers for Playground Duty: Osan American Elementary School is seeking volunteer playground monitors. Volunteers would help monitor students during recess and play games with students. We need monitors for both outside and inside games. There are 3 different "shifts" of recess time; total recess time is from 1130 - 1245. Any time that one can volunteer is greatly appreciated. POC for more info is Monica Hoagland, 784-6912

Chinese Speaker: Elementary School needs a volunteer Chinese speaker to work with one 5th and one 6th grade student a few days a week. POC: Monica Hoagland, 784-6912; Monica.hoagland@pac.dodea.edu.

Child Development Center: Classroom Assistants needed to help set-up Pre-School classroom for activities, crafts and decorating. Volunteers will not be able to 'care' for children or be left alone, but could read to them and help them with crafts. POC: Ms. Shalanda Velazquez, 784-4966.

High School Baseball Team: Osan American HS needs volunteer baseball coaches from March through mid-May. M-F practice 1530-1600; Friday/Saturday games. Submit application to Tim Erickson, 784-9098; address questions to Coach Mitchell, 784-3268.

SARC: Needs Victim Advocates: 40 hr training provided; Provides essential support, liaison services and care to victims of Sexual Assault. Ensures victims continue to receive necessary care and support. Eligibility restrictions apply. POC: Capt. Tresa Strickland 784-2832; tresa.strickland@osan.af.mil.

Osan English Tutor Program (Weekend Opportunity): Volunteers needed to teach English to 5th & 6th grade Korean students each Saturday, 1330-1500. POC: Mr. Yi, 784-0848.

Post Office (Weekend Opportunity): Volunteers needed Monday thru Friday, 0630-1730 and Saturday from 0600 - 1400. POC: SrA Bradley Williams, 784-4655.

Middle/High School Wrestling Team: Osan American Middle/High School wrestling team needs assistant coaches to help lead them through a championship season! POC: Coach Dave Hemmer, 784-9325/ 010-8681-8974; david.hemmer@pac.dodea.edu

Osan Blues House (Evening/Weekend Opportunity): Volunteers needed to operate the facility in the evenings and weekends. A volunteer is needed to paint a mural. POC: Ms. Cathy Hellesto, 010-8511-4816.
Osan American Elementary School: Needs volunteers to tutor students. Among other opportunities, parent needs math tutor for 4th and 6th grade students. POC: Monica Hoagland, 784-6912; Monica.Hoagland@pac.dodea.edu.

Osan Animal Shelter (Weekend Opportunity): Volunteers 16 years or older are needed to walk and play with dogs and puppies, play with cats and kittens, and help with shelter cleaning during one of the three daily scheduled shelter times. Applications can be picked up at the Osan Veterinary Treatment Facility, Bldg 766, Monday-Friday, 0900-1200 and 1330-1630.

Airman and Family Readiness Center: Needs qualified volunteers to teach the following classes: parenting classes & elder care classes, POC: Ms. Meghan Berg, 784-5440; Meghan.Berg@osan.af.mil ; cooking classes in many international specialties, POC: Tok Hui Kim; 784-5440, TokHui.Kim@osan.af.mil; Starting Your Own Business and Home Buying Seminar Class, POC: Ms Bettye Robinson-Tongol, 784-5440, bettye.robinson@osan.af.mil

USO (Evening/Weekend Opportunity): United Through Reading volunteer needed each Thu 1500-1700; Volunteer needed to produce flyers/PowerPoint slides to publicize USO events; Volunteers needed twice a week for answering phones and cleaning/restocking USO snack area; Volunteers needed to assist with childcare. POC: Ms. Lim, 784-3491, 011-440-9015.

McPherson Community Center (Evening/Weekend Opportunity): Many volunteer opportunities for ages 15 and over. 1. Conducting XBox Gaming and Sports Tournaments on evenings and weekends. 2. Helping issue equipment to patrons and conducting hourly room occupancy counts. 3. Teaching music or dance classes. 4. Helping run special events like Family Bingo and the indoor Flea Market. POC: Mrs. Eve Robinson, 784-3123.

Boy Scouts: In need of volunteers for the following positions: Health & Safety Chair, Chaplain, Fund Raiser Chair, Equipment Chair, Outdoor Activities Chair, Advancement Chair, Secretary, Public Relations Chair, Special Event Coordinator. POC: Christopher Armour, 784-1109 or 0505-122-7734; Christopher.armour@osan.af.mil

Chapel Receptionist: Volunteer needed each Thursday from 0800-1630 to assist with answering phone, taking messages, greeting visitors, and assisting with folding and stuffing bulletins. POC: MSgt Bellury/SrA Mackeown, 784-5000.

ALARM GREEN (Weekend Opportunity): Volunteers needed to meet at 1000 on the second Sat of each month at main gate to pick up trash in surrounding off-base area. 2-4 hours, or whatever time you can contribute. Trash bags and gloves provided. POC: SSgt Gordon Simmons, 784-2283.

51st Medical Group: Volunteer needed to work in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Outreach (ADAPT). Flexible hours. POC: Maj Moore, 784-2149.

Thrift Shop (Weekend Opportunity): Volunteers needed Mondays 0900-1300, Tuesdays 0930-1400, and first Saturday of each month 0930-1400. POC: Mrs. Sherri Becker at 784-3435 or 011-9671-2586; sherri.becker@us.army.mil.

Troops for Trash (Weekend Opportunity): Every second Saturday from 0930 - 1400. Volunteers to pick up trash while hiking on the Buraksan Trail. No prior registration necessary; just show up! POC: Mr. Jim Dunnet, 010-2360-8874, jdunnet@asia.umuc.edu.

Those interested in volunteering should register at the Airman and Family Readiness Center, Building 769. The point of contact is Mrs. Christy Casper at 784-5440. The AFRC and Air Force Aid Society can provide guidance on obtaining free childcare for registered base volunteers. Note: Free childcare is not available for Thrift Shop, private organizations, social functions, or dental "training" program volunteers. 

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