Current Announcements: Sept. 17 to 21 Published Sept. 17, 2012 23d Wing Public Affairs MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Publication submissions To publicize an event on the Moody public website send all pertinent information to 23wg.pa2@moody.af.mil. All submissions must be received by noon on Thursday the week prior to publication. The Valdosta Daily Times has assumed publication responsibility of the Moody Volunteer, so submission doesn't guarantee publication. All articles or briefs are subject to editing. For more information, contact the 23d Wing Public Affairs office at 229-257-4146. Hungry at Home What: Hungry at Home will be taking donations of non-perishable food to help feed children in need. Where: There will be boxes will be set up around base and in the local community. Hungry at Home provides meals to under-privileged children who don't get enough to eat on the weekend when school meals are not provided. Dads 101 What: Dads 101, a class that will teach new and expectant fathers how to care for a child. When: The second Tuesday of every month from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Where: 23d Medical Group Education and Training Room For more information or to sign up, call Family Advocacy at 229-257-4805. Commissary initiative During September, the Moody Commissary will be conducting a $2 million sales initiative. If the commissary reaches the $2 million sales plateau, one lucky patron will win $1,000 in commissary gift cards and two patrons will win $500 each. They will also be giving away gift cards and prizes throughout September as part of the Patron Appreciation event going on the entire month. To win the $1,000 card or one of the $500 gift cards, patrons need to do the following: · Do all of your shopping at the commissary. The more times you shop the better your chances to win. · Each time you shop from September 1 to 30, you will receive duplicate receipts for each transaction. · Before leaving the commissary, place one receipt into the drawing box and keep the other. On October 1, 2012, three receipts will be drawn and posted at the commissary. The patrons will need to bring their receipt to the commissary and compare theirs with the receipts drawn. Therefore, the more times you shop the more entries you can place in the drawing box. Retiree Appreciation Week What: Retiree Appreciation Week. ID card renewals, health fair, picnic, golf tournament and TRICARE Q & A, to show appreciation for retired service members. When: Sept. 30 to Oct. 6 For more information, contact James Ingram at 229-257-3209. Family Advocacy programs What: The Moody Family Advocacy Program offers many classes to help families. These classes include: Great Expectations, 1-2-3 Magic, Common Sense Parenting, Active Parenting for Teens, Prevention Anger Management and Couples Communication. Agencies of the Integrated Delivery System which provide support include Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program, Airman and Family Readiness Center, Chapel, Child Development Center, Drug Demand Reduction Program, Equal Opportunity, Health and Wellness Center, Mental Health Clinic, Moody School Liaison Officer, Moody Spouses Club, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program and the Youth Center. For information and class dates and times call Family Advocacy at 229-257-4805. Moody Runners Group Who: The Moody Runners Group is looking for members from Moody and the local communities. What: Join the group to share experiences, work out tips, info on upcoming running events and to find the motivation to get moving POC: www.Facebook.com/MoodyRunners Tater Tots What: The Tater Tots group is an interactive playgroup for mothers, father and children from 6 weeks to 3 years old. When: The group meets each Friday from 10 a.m. to noon in the Aerobics Center next to the Freedom I Fitness Center. Attendees should bring a small toy for their child. POC: For more information, call Family Advocacy at 229-257-4805. Hometown News release submissions Airmen can submit a DD Form 2266, Hometown News Release, electronically by clicking on the link via either the internal base website or the public website, www.moody.af.mil. Submissions can include a photo: minimum output 150 dpi, image size 4x5 to 5x7, JPEG format - compressed no lower than 60 percent, and saved as the submitter's last name. Appropriate newsworthy events for submission include promotions, graduations, new assignments, awards, decorations, reenlistment, retirement, etc. Submissions are reviewed by 23d Wing Public Affairs before forwarding to the Army and Air Force Hometown News Service. Incomplete forms and noncompliant photos will not be approved. For more information, contact the Public Affairs office at 229-257-3345. Toastmasters Club Who: Moody's Toastmasters Club What: During meetings, members learn ways to practice and hone skills in communication and leadership. When: The Club is scheduled to hold meetings on the first and third Thursday of every month at 11 a.m. Where: Meeting are held in room 203 in the Education Center. POC: For more information, call 229-257-4734. The Moody Spouses Club Who: The Moody Spouses Club What: The Club is open to active duty, retired, Reserve, enlisted and officer spouses of any military rank and branch of service. Where: Monthly meetings are held at the Moody Field Club. POC: More information, including upcoming activities, can be obtained from www.themoodyspousesclub.com.