Current Announcements: May 14 to 18 Published May 14, 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 23rd Wing Public Affairs office at 229-257-4146. Commissary sale, hours What: Case Lot sale When: May 25 to 26 at 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and May 27 at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Commissary will be closed May 28 and 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Library closure What: The Moody Library is currently closed until further notice. Return materials may be placed in the gray drop box near the exit of the NAF Resale Lot across from the Library. To find out when the Library will reopen and to receive real-time Force Support updates visit www.facebook.com/moodyfss! Home buyers, seller's seminar What: The Moody Housing Management Office will sponsor a Home Buyers/Sellers Seminar. Active duty, dependents of military personnel, retirees and Department of Defense civilian employees are invited. When: May 23 at 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Where: The Spot For more information, call 229-257-3426 or 229-257-4417 to reserve your seat but walk-ins welcome. Deployed spouse dinner What: The chapel is sponsoring a Deployed spouse and family dinner When: May 17 at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Where: chapel social hall For more information call Adrienne Wilkerson at 229-257-2999. Georgia state tax changes What: As a result of several state tax law changes implemented during tax year 2011, approximately 500 Moody Airmen were issued incorrect W-2 forms by the Defense Finance and Accounting Services. New W-2 forms were issued, posted in MyPay, and affected members received a Smartdocs notification message from DFAS. If you need assistance preparing state amendments to your 2011 tax returns, please contact our office at 229-257-3414. 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 telephone directory becomes available to personnel The Moody Telephone Directory for 2012 will soon be available for base wide distribution. The base directory will contain: · A complete history and profile of the base and its associate units. · A list of phone numbers for Moody, Department of Defense and Defense Switched Network as well as base maps and community maps. · Information on local businesses, a yellow page advertisers section and Tricare, United Concordia medical and dental sections. · The directories will be free to all base personnel, dependents, contractors, civil service and retirees. · Members who would like to place a directory order to be delivered free to their unit, offices and building, visit http://www.militarymediainc.com/books · Each order must have a minimum of 12 each so it is recommended to coordinate and consolidate publication orders. For more information or for additional assistance call Tom Gibson, Military Media Inc. distribution department at 800-688-1362 extension 206. 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 will be meeting 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, individuals may 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 23rd 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 Thursdays 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.