Weekly Announcements Published Dec. 6, 2010 By 23rd Wing Public Affairs MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Weekly Announcements 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. 'Hot' reminder from the Legal Office: Landlord-tenant series: SCRA and terminating a lease The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) provides a method for active duty members and dependents to terminate their home or apartment lease early. This benefit applies to permanent changes of stations, deployments longer than 90 days or preservice leases. The first step in a SCRA lease termination is to provide written notice to the landlord of your intent to terminate the lease and provide a copy of your PCS or deployment orders. This can be dropped off in person or sent by mail. If it is mailed, send with it a "return receipt requested" so you know the landlord received your notice. The next step is to continue paying rent until the final termination date. If notice is properly given, then the termination date will be based on what type of lease you have. Month-to-month leases terminate 30 days after the first date the next rental payment is due. Any other leases, such as a one-year lease will terminate the last day of the month following the month proper notice is given. This means if you gave notice in the middle of January, you would be liable to pay rent through February. To review your lease or clarify any questions regarding landlord-tenant issues, make a legal assistance appointment by calling the 23rd Wing Legal Office at 229-257-3414. Legal Office closure The 23rd Wing Legal Office will be closed Dec. 14 for an official function.The office will reopen at 8 a.m., Dec 15 for regular customer service. For immediate assistance, call the on-call phone at 229-561-5243. Tax Center volunteers needed The 23rd Wing Legal Office is looking for Airmen, retirees and civilians to volunteer for the 2011 Tax Center. They will be asked to volunteer at least one four-hour shift each week to assist Airmen in preparing their taxes. While prior experience is welcomed, it is not necessary. Each volunteer will receive a week of training from the Internal Revenue Service, scheduled for Jan.18 to 21, 2011. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Capt. Eric Selke or Tech. Sgt. Amy McClure at 229-257-3414. Family advocacy programs The "1-2-3 Magic" class is scheduled from 3 to 4:30 p.m., Dec. 13 and 15 in the Family Advocacy Office. Participants are required to attend both sessions and will learn how to effectively discipline their children aged 2 to 12 using a counting technique. To sign up, e-mail Cynthia Henley at cynthia.henley@moody.af.mil. The Prevention Anger Management class is scheduled to be held from 2: 30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Dec. 2 and 9 as well as Dec. 14 and 16. There is no documentation placed in the medical record for attending this class. The "Great Expectations" class is scheduled to be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Dec. 14 in the 23rd Medical Group education and training room. Expectant parents will learn about resources available on base and off base for assistance during the pregnancy and information on Tricare, nutrition and exercise. The "Couple's Communication" class is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 10 at Grassy Pond. This is a research- and skills-based program designed to help couple communicate and solve problems more effectively. Attire is casual dress and lunch will be provided. This is a preventive program and is not designed for couples with serious problems. Engaged couples who attend this class can receive a Georgia marriage license for $16 instead of the regular $51 fee. Common Sense Parenting will be held on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, 6, 8 and 13 Dec from 9 to11 a.m. in the Family Advocacy Office. Parents with children ages 5 to 11 will learn logical strategies to address issues of communication, discipline and decision making. Specific techniques on effective praise, preventive teaching, corrective teaching and teaching self-control will be provided. To sign up for these programs or for more information, individuals may call Family Advocacy at 229-257-4805. Cell phone use reminder Vehicle operators on Air Force installations, and operators of government owned, leased or rented vehicles (both on or off the installation), shall not use cell phones while the vehicle is in operation, except when using a hands-free device or hands-free operating mode. More information can be found in Air Force Instruction 91-207, "US Air Force Traffic Safety Program." Toastmasters Club Moody's Toastmasters Club is scheduled to hold meetings Thursdays at 11 a.m., in room 203 located in the Education Center. During meetings, members learn ways to practice and hone skills in communication and leadership. For more information, call 229-257-4734. Airmen's Ministry Center now open The Komodo Center is now open for Airmen to come and relax while playing video games or to watch TV on a 60-inch LCD television. The center is in building 112 and is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 11 p.m., Saturdays from 1 to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 6 p.m. There are also religious discussion on Wednesdays and a Bible study on Thursdays, both at 5:30 p.m. Monday night football will be held every week at 8 p.m. VTC capabilities The 23rd Communications Squadron offers complete video conferencing for official Moody-related meetings. Video teleconferencing allows for a real-time video session between two or more users residing in two or more locations. This tool allows for more efficient telecommunications and saves the government time and money when compared to traveling. VTCs can be used for group meetings, discussions, teaching, training, etc. If you feel you could benefit from this technology and would like to hold a meeting in building 757, fill out a VTC request form from the 23rd CS Portal page and send to 23CSSCXKVTC@moody.af.mil. All requests must be submitted two weeks prior to date of projected VTC request date. For more information, call the 23rd CS focal point at 229-257-2666. 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. The Moody Spouses Club The Moody Spouses Club is open to active duty, retired, Reserve, enlisted and officer spouses of any military rank and branch of service. Monthly meetings are held at the Moody Field Club. More information, including upcoming activities, can be obtained from www.themoodyspousesclub.com. Chapel Call Dec. 12 Catholic Confessions from 9:30 to 10 a.m. and by appointment CCD and RCIA at 9 a.m. (building 330) Mass/Children's Church at 10:30 a.m. Protestant Contemporary Service at 9 a.m./Kids Zone (ages 1 to 6) Gospel Worship Service at 12:15 p.m./Kids Zone (ages1 to 6) Dec. 13 Catholic Mass at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 14 Catholic Mass at 11:30 a.m. Catholic Choir Rehearsal at 5:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship Rehearsal at 6 p.m. Dec. 15 Catholic Mass at 11:30 a.m. Chapel Plus Fellowship Dinner at 5:45 p.m. Chapel Plus Bible Studies at 6:45 p.m. Dec. 16 Team Moody Prayer Group at 6:45 a.m. Catholic Mass at 11:30 a.m. Protestant Women's Ministry at noon Gospel Choir Rehearsal at 5 p.m. Catholic Baptism Class at 6:30 p.m. Chapel programs Christmas Eve Services Catholic Children's Christmas Play 4 p.m. Catholic Mass 5 p.m. Protestant Candle Light Service 7 p.m. Ecumenical Christmas Cantata rehearsals Brief rehearsals for the ecumenical Christmas Cantata are held on Wednesday nights from 7:45 to 8:15 p.m. at the Base Chapel. If you can read music or pick up a part, we would love to have you join us. A performance is scheduled for Dec. 15. For more information about or to register for this program, call the Base Chapel at 229-257-3211. Sports briefs Personal trainers There are certified personal trainers available to answer fitness-related questions. The trainers can provide personalized exercise programs to reduce body fat, increase lean muscle and obtain cardio fitness. Nutrition Center hours The Nutrition Center's hours of operation are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. For more information on any of these programs or to sign up, call the Freedom I Fitness Center at 229-257-1621.