The Wright Word - Wright

Wright-Patterson Officers’ Spouses’ Club
The Wright Word
Volume 51 , Issue 1
2013-2014 WPOSC Board of Governors
Honorary Executive Board
Honorary President………………………Craig Wolfenbarger
Spouse of AFMC Commander
Honorary Advisor…………………………Leslie Moore
Spouse of AFLCMC Commander
Honorary Advisor…………………………Tomi Busch
Spouse of AFMC Vice Commander
AFSAC Representative.……..…………..Dena Haywood
Spouse of AFSAC Commander
Honorary Advisor………………………….Tim Barlow
Spouse of 88th ABW Commander
Honorary Advisor………………………….
Spouse of the Executive Director of AFLCMC
Honorary Representative………………..
Spouse of the AFIT Director & Chancellor
Honorary Representative…………………Amy Prupas
Spouse of NASIC Commander
Honorary Advisor…………………………..Susan Gill
Spouse of AFMC Executive Director
Executive Committee
President ...................... Linda Tallent…………….….723-0195
First Vice President ...... Jill Belarmino……………… 204-5334
Second Vice President. Laura Fulton………………..306-8137
Secretary ..................... Kelli Bailey….………………550-9849
Admin Treasurer……… Erin McDaniel…………910-494-2128
Welfare Treasurer ........ Genia Gaisford …………… 912-0330
Parliamentarian ............ Carol Jeter………………….867-1878
Standing Committees
Activities ....................... Lori Enochian…………….. 912-9909
Co-Chair……………...Serena Harrison………….
Fundraising/Tble Sales..Alex Durke……
Co-Chair……………..YOUR NAME HERE……...
Hospitality .................... Deborah Durbin………850-708-2203
Mah Jongg Book Sales Amy Jo Jones……………...426-1567
Co-Chair……………. Marsha Hudson…………...426-0628
Membership ................. Kim White………………….938-8234
Co-Chair…………….. Kim Semsel…………..660-909-3584
Programs/Arngmnts…. Paula Cardenas ............... .384-0092
Co-Chair ................... Tracie Navarra……….808-381-3140
Publications ................. YOUR NAME HERE………
Reservation Line ........ Answering Machine ........ 285-0341
Chair ......................... Tracie Navarra…………….
Co-Chair ................... YOUR NAME HERE……...
Scholarships…………. . YOUR NAME HERE ……..
Co-Chair………… ..... YOUR NAME HERE……...
Social Network Chair….Rosemary Miller…………..
Thrift Shop ................... Marsha Hudson ...... ..…….426-0628
Web Coordinator .......... Christi Brendlinger……210-882-0166
Welfare ........................ Tatiana Matta ………...787-929-6401
Co-Chair ................... Tiffany Armstrong…………306-1570
The Wright Word .......... Patti Thompson……….303-667-1136
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Special Events
Airmen’s Cookie Drive….Sarah Folks………….734-945-0020
Holiday Decorations ...... Alex Durke.....................912-5741
Co-Chair ..................... Inma Kusnierek .............325-0371
Special Volunteer Groups
A.F. Museum Guides ..... Sue Craven ...................233-3538
Co-Chair ..................... Sara Lowe .....................878-3558
Special Interest Groups
International Spouses ... Inma Kusnierek .............325-0371
ROWW .......................... Cindy Daniel ..................848-8892
Co-Chair ..................... Sue Craven ...................233-3538
Activities
Antiques Societé ........... Elizabeth Clark ..............429-2410
Co-Chair……………….Kathy Cohrs…………….427-3609
Book Group ................... Sandra Moore ...............298-2859
Co-Chair……………….Nancy Kowalski………..426-9233
Bridge ........................... Mary Rodin ....................878-0032
Co-Chair ..................... Sue Fecke .....................256-6122
Brush and Palette .......... Leigh Whitehead ...........233-5843
Co-Chair ..................... Patty Sprouse................291-2007
Bunco ............................ Linda Tallent..................723-0195
Chicks4Flicks ................ Kristen Secrist………….422-9892
Coffee Group…………...YOUR NAME HERE……
Co-Chair……….……...YOUR NAME HERE……
Couples Dinner Group…Kathy Cohrs…………….429-3609
Couples Game Night…..Lori Enochian…………...912-9909
Creative Cooking ........... Laura Fulton…………….306-8137
Daytime Bunco………….Lori Enochian…………...912-9909
Duplicate Bridge ............ LaVerne Will ..................256-9833
Co-Chair ..................... Sandy Ferrell .................431-1751
Flying Needles ............... Fran Nees .....................429-3315
Co-Chair ..................... Phyllis Lafky ..................426-2509
Goldbricks ..................... Ginny Barber .................429-1450
Co-Chair ..................... Carolyn Deep ................429-3263
Happy Hour Crafting…...Deborah Durbin…...850-708-2203
Co-Chair……………...Tracie Navarra…….808-381-3140
Just Desserts…………...YOUR NAME HERE……
Lunch Bunch ................. Caryn Shalita……………912-9533
Co-Chair……………...Kim White………………..938-8234
Mah Jongg..................... Amy Jo Jones................426-1567
Co-Chair………………Marsha Hudson………..426-0628
Play Group .................... Abear Dawson…….505-379-4564
Photography Group…….Tatiana Matta……..787-929-6401
Rubber Stamp Club...…..Lori Enochian…………..912-9909
Shopping Spouses……..YOUR NAME HERE……
Skylarks………………….Sharon Bown…………..426-1501
Spouses Night Out……..Sarah Folks…………734-945-0020
Wine and Dine…………..Caryn Shalita…………...912-9533
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A Word from the President
Dear WPOSC Members,
Volume 51 , Issue 1
Aug/Sept 2013
Table of Contents
Activities &
Welcome Coffee
1
Board of Governors
2
Letter from the
President
3
August Calendar
4
September Calendar
5
Thrift Shop
6
Holiday Ornaments
& Cook Books
HeartLink
6
Reservation Info
7
September Program
8
Enterprising Spouses
9
Airman Cookie Drive
Activities
10
Skylarks
19
Childcare for
September Function
20
New Activity Leaders
21
Needed
Quick Reference
Numbers
22
Membership
23
2013-2014
Program dates
24
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Welcome back from summer break! I hope everyone had an enjoyable and relaxing summer. The weather will be changing soon and we will be back to cooler
evenings.
I would like to thank everyone who has stepped up to volunteer on the Board
of Governors this year. I'm looking forward to a fantastic year. We still have a
few positions open, if you would like to see what they are and volunteer just contact me. We have had a few changes on the Executive Board, LeeAnne Gooding
and Lucinda Rogers both got orders to PCS this summer. We wish them well on
their future journeys. We have two lovely ladies who have stepped up to replace
them. They are Kelli Bailey as Secretary and Jill Belarmino as 1st Vice. Thank
you to you both!
Our August Activities Coffee will be an exciting event with our Hawaiian
theme. Be sure to bring your coconuts. I'm sure Lori Enochian and Serena Harrison are going to surprise us all. September will bring an outstanding luncheon
held by our program chair Paula Cardenas. Theme yet to be determined. Will be
announced soon. I'm sure it's going to be outstanding with any theme she comes
up with.
September will be a busy month with the re-opening of our Thrift Shop and our
new Activities room in Building 95. I want to thank Phyllis Artz and all her
volunteers for their outstanding effort to make our Thrift Shop a great new
place. All your hard work is highly appreciated.
I would like to give a BIG Thank You to Lucinda
Rogers and her awesome board that she had this year.
Your shoes will be hard to fill and you are going to be
deeply missed.
I look forward to making this a great year!
Sincerely,
Linda Tallent
WPOSC President
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Aug 2013 - Activities Calendar
Sun
4
Mon
5
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
BOG Meeting
9:30am
2
ISG 9:30am
3
8
9
Mah Jongg
9:30am
7
Bridge 9:30am
Brush & Palette
9:30am
10
Rubber Stamp
Club 7:30am
6
11
12
Flying Needles
9:30 am
13
Mah Jongg
9:30am
14
Brush & Palette
9:30am
15
SNO 6:15pm
16
17
18
19
20
Mah Jongg
9:30am
21
22
Activities
Welcome Coffee
9:30am
23
Playgroup
10:00am
24
27
Mah Jongg
9:30am
28
Brush & Palette
9:30am
Duplicate Bridge
9:30 am
29
ROWW
Social 10:45am
Seating 11:30am
30
31
25
26
Flying Needles
9:30 am
Happy Hour
Crafting
5:00 pm
Bridge 9:30am
Brush & Palette
9:30am
Deployed Spouses Support Group
Is your spouse deployed or about to deploy? Regardless of whether this is your 1st or 10th deployment, this
forum is for you so don't miss out; contact us NOW to reserve your spot! Open Discussion with other
deployed spouses. Education! Information! Connect with others going through the "Same Thing at the
Same Time!" Meetings of the DSSG are held from 5:30 - 7:30 PM (Bldg. 2, Area A, Room 244). Please
contact the Airman and Family Readiness Center for more information and the next scheduled meeting date.
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Sept 2013 - Activities Calendar
Sun
1
Mon
2
LABOR DAY
HOLIDAY!
8
15
22
29
Tue
3
Mah Jongg
9:30am
9
Flying Needles
9:30 am
Goldbricks
9:30 am
Shooters’ Club 9
Bunco
Game 7:00 pm
10
16
17
Mah Jongg
9:30am
23
Flying Needles
9:30 am
Mah Jongg
9:30am
Rockin’ Thru
the Ages
Social 6:00 pm
Seating 6:30
24
Mah Jongg
9:30am
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
4
Bridge 9:30am
Brush & Palette
9:30am
SNO 6:30pm
Reservations Due
5
BOG Meeting
9:30am
TWW Deadline
6
11
Brush & Palette
9:30am
12
13
Rubber Stamp
Club 10:00am
14
18
Bridge 9:30am
Brush & Palette
9:30am
Lunch Bunch
11:30am
19
20
Daytime Bunco
10:00 am
21
25
Brush & Palette
9:30am
Duplicate Bridge
9:30 am
26
Book Club
10:00 am
7
ISG 9:30am
Couples Dinner
Group 6:30 pm
Wine & Dine
7:00pm
30
Happy Hour
Crafting
5:00 pm
27
28
Antiques Societé
Social 11:00 am
Seating 11:30 am
Call the Thrift
Shop
Information Line
285–0306 for
Saturday hours
Friend to Friend
To have a message of well being, congratulations, comfort, or condolences sent on behalf
of the WPOSC to one of our members, simply contact our Hospitality Chair.
Deborah Durbin, 850-708-2203
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In need of a gift?
Thrift Shop Office:
879-5630
In case of inclement weather please call the
24-Hour Information Line.
Now located in Building 95 on Wright
Avenue...sharing the building with Outdoor
Recreation.
24-Hour Information Line:
285-0306
Call the message line for more details.
The WPOSC has the answer
for you!
2011 White House Christmas Ornaments
$10.00 each
2009 White House Christmas Ornaments
$10.00 each
OR
One of each Ornament for $18.00
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
9:30 a.m. ~ 11:30 a.m.
Saturday Hours
Please refer to our 24-Hour
information line, as listed above, to hear an
up-to-date message about
Saturday dates and hours.
All events held at the WPAFB Club on
the 2nd Thursday of the month unless
otherwise noted. Date and time subject to change, please consult The
Wright Word for complete details.
WELCOME COFFEE
Thursday, August 22, 2013
9:30 AM — 11:30 AM
We cannot wait to see you at one
of our fabulous functions!
Hours of Operation
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
9:30 a.m. ~ 2:00 p.m.
Hours of Consignment
Save the Date!
OSC Membership Events
2013-2014
WPOSC Anniversary Cookbooks on sale
1 for $15.00 or 2 for $25.00
Contact Alex Durke, visit the Thrift Shop,
or attend an OSC function to
purchase any of these
wonderful gifts!
SAVE THE DATE:
September 10th
October 10th
To volunteer at the Thrift Shop
Contact Marsha Hudson; 426-0628
or [email protected]
Check
the www.wrightpattersonthriftshop.com website
for the Grand Opening Date!
HeartLink
Are you a new Military spouse? Being thrust into a new and much different culture can be challenging.
It can leave you feeling overwhelmed, unsure of what's available, and where to go for help.
Or are you a veteran spouse who could just use a “Good Refresher”?
Come join our Team at the Airman & Family Readiness Center for a day filled with fun & useful information!
Free daycare provided and door prizes awarded. Mark your calendar now!
The HeartLink Workshops will be held quarterly in 2013 (next date — October 16) at the Airman and Family
Readiness center, building 2. For more information, contact Dawn Ivy @ 656-0941.
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Find us on Facebook!
How to Make a Reservation
If you are a WPOSC member and would like to be included, please send a
"friend request" to Wright Patterson Officers' Spouses' Club so you can get up
to the minute information! If you have any questions, please contact
Christi Brendlinger, Web Coordinator, at [email protected]
Call the reservation line at
(937) 285-0341 or send an email to
[email protected]
by the event deadline.
Do you need childcare
services to attend our
monthly functions?
See page 20 for more
information!
Did you know you can receive your copy of The Wright Word in
your email inbox?
Go Green...Save a tree...Print only the pages you need.
Send an email to [email protected] to receive
a digital copy of TWW. We look forward to helping you today!
Did you find a mistake in the newsletter? Did we spell
your name wrong or type in some other wrong piece of
information? Please let us know by contacting Patti,
TWW editor via email: [email protected].
We look forward to getting it right in the next issue!
ATTENTION
Please contact Kim White at 938-8234 or
[email protected] if you have
any changes (name, address, email, phone number, etc.) to your directory contact information.
Thank you!
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When calling, please state your name,
telephone number, email, and the event for which
you are making a reservation, whether or not you
are a W-P Club member, any guests you may be
bringing, and menu selections.
You will receive a call or email confirming
your reservation and requesting your credit card
information. Do not assume you have a
reservation until you have been contacted. If you
have not been contacted within 48 hours, please
call or email again.
Reservations made after the deadline (as
well as walk-ins) will be charged a $5 late fee and
menu choice will be what is available.
Guests:
Guests are welcome on a space-available basis.
All guest charges will be billed to the host
member. Anyone who is eligible for
membership in the WPOSC may attend only
one function before joining. A WPOSC member
cannot bring an existing WPOSC as a guest.
Payment:
A valid Master/Visa card must be on file in
order to make a reservation. Though our
reservation system favors the use of a credit card,
you may still pay by check; however, the check
MUST BE received by the reservation deadline.
 Make check payable to Wright-Patterson
OSC (WPOSC)
 Mail the check to: WPOSC Reservations,
P.O. Box 67, Fairborn, OH 45324
Cancellations:
May be made by calling the reservation line or
emailing the reservation email. Your credit card
will be charged in the event you have not cancelled by the reservation deadline or if your check
has not been received by the deadline.
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Please support our Wright-Patterson OSC Enterprising Spouses!
Make sure you let them know you saw their ad here!
Interested in having your business card included in TWW?
Contact Patti Thompson, TWW Editor at [email protected], for more information
Call the vendor directly for more information.
Check this
out!
Airmen's Cookie Drive 2013!
Mark your calendar now for the 2013 Airmen's Cookie Drive
coming up on December 3rd!
Every year we work together with the First Sergeants and Spouses in Action
to donate and collect thousands of cookies to give to the single airmen who live in
the dorms, those who are on duty on Christmas, and the gate guards who work
during the holidays. Last year we had a grand total of over 24,000 cookies! In
order to achieve our goal to have enough cookies for all of the single airmen again
this year we will need everyone's help!
We need cookie donations, volunteers to box the cookies on December 3rd,
and volunteers to make breakfast for the First Sergeants who will deliver the
cookies on December 4th.
To sign up to be on the Cookie Drive Volunteer List, please email Sarah Folks
at [email protected].
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Points of Contact:
Chairman: Elizabeth Clark, 429-2410 or [email protected]
Co-Chair: Kathy Cohrs, 427-3609 or [email protected]
Next Meeting: the 4th Friday of the month, unless otherwise announced
Show & Tell Luncheon
Friday, September 27th
11:00 a.m. ~ Social 11:30a.m. ~ Seating
Wright-Patterson Club
Reservations are due by 6:00 p.m. Friday, September 20th
A-L. . .Betty Gray, 237-8192
M-Z. . .Janet Lee, 767-5541
Welcome to another year of the Antiques Societé, one of the activities that’s been part of the
WPOSC for over fifty years! If you are interested in learning about antiques, this activity is for you. We
have guest speakers who enlighten us about a variety of subjects, yet we also learn from each other. We
also take a bus trip once a year outside the Dayton area to visit a historic place of interest, have lunch and
shop for antiques.
Traditionally, in September, we encourage everyone to bring something to Show &Tell. It can be
an item you inherited, purchased over the summer at a flea market, garage sale or antique store or
something you’ve had but always wanted to know more about. Longtime Antiques Societé member Helen
Mullenix will help us find answers regarding our treasures. You don’t have to bring an antique to join us;
just come to learn, meet new people, enjoy a nice meal and have fun. And, our door prizes are always
antiques.
Please note dates for the remaining 2013 programs: In October, we’ll be doing the tour (that was
previously scheduled for last May) on the second Friday, October 11th. In November, we’ll meet the fourth
Friday in the WP club on November 22nd. Our very popular Christmas Decorating with Antiques will be in
the WP club on Wednesday December 11th.
Book Group
Points of Contact: Sandra Moore: 298-2859 or [email protected]
Nancy Kowalski: 426-9233 or [email protected]
We meet at the Barnes & Noble Fairfield Mall book store on the 3rd Thursday
every month @ 10.00 a.m. ( September - May. ) Our book selection is quite varied and
appeals to all tastes. The first meeting this season will be September 19 and we shall be
having an open discussion on the book chosen for that month - DEFENDING JACOB by
William Landay.
We welcome any newcomers who would like to join us and hope that everyone who
enjoyed our last season will be returning once again.
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Bridge
Point of Contact:
Mary Rodin, 878-0032
Sue Fecke, 256-6122
Meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month
9:30 am to Mid-Afternoon
at the Wright-Patterson Club
Rocker Lounge
We play 7 progressions, 35 minutes each, with
an hour break for lunch.
Contact Mary or Sue for more information.
Come see what the fun is all about!
May 1st High Scores
1st: Sue Fecke & LaVerne Will
2nd: Sarah Cunningham& Doris Kovacs
3rd: Shirley Beard & Mary Rodin
4th: Donna Herman & Pat McGarry
5th: Marlene Frey & Leah Halfpap
No Small Slams Bid & Made
May 15 High Scores
1st: Sue Fecke & LaVerne Will
2nd: Norma Hastler & Ruth Weatherhead
3rd: Donna Herman & Pat McGarry
4th: Doris Kovacs & Sandy Ferrell
Small Slam Pot Sue Fecke & LaVerne Will
BUNCO
September 9, 2013
6:30 pm Social
7:00 pm Games Begin
Building 95
$7.00 to play
Come out and have some fun playing Bunco with
a wonderful group of friends. Please bring a
sweet or savory dish to share.
Please RSVP by no later than the Sunday night
before game day if possible. You can RSVP by
email, phone or Evite.
Point of Contact: Linda Tallent
937-306-1560 or 937-723-0195
[email protected]
There will be NO Bunco in August.
See you in September!
June 5th High Scores
1st: Norma Hastler & Ruth Weatherhead
2nd: Marilyn Christmann & Guest Sharon Ray
3rd: Jackie Barry & Ginger Holton
4th: Shirley Beard & Mary Rodin
Small Slam Pot Marilyn Christmann & Sharon Roy
June 19th High Scores
1st: Marian Blake & Marilyn Christmann
2nd: Donna Krile & Mae Porter
3rd: Sarah Cunningham & Doris Kovacs
4th: Shirley Beard & Mary Rodin
Small Slam Pot Marian Blake & Marilyn Christmann
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Congratulations WPOSC Scholarship Winner
Stephen Enochian graduated from
Beavercreek High School and was awarded a
$500 WPOCS scholarship. He is the son of Lt.
Col (Ret) Greg and Lori Enochian. His plans are
to attend University of Illinois to study
Computer Science. Congratulations!!
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Brush and Palette
Points of Contact:
Leigh Whitehead, 233-5843, [email protected]
Patty Sprouse, 291-2007
Have you ever wanted to draw or paint? Brush and Palette offers a perfect place to learn,
experiment and practice. No experience or prior knowledge is necessary.
An instructor is available every other week who is knowledgeable in all mediums and helps with
beginners and advanced students. We have some supplies to get you started.
We meet every Wed. from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Bring a sack lunch.
For more information contact Leigh Whitehead at [email protected] or Patty Sprouse at 291-2007.
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Point of Contact: Kristen Secrist, [email protected]
Chicks4Flicks is a fun group for people who love movies! We will usually see a romantic comedy or drama that our spouses do not want to see. We will continue to meet at a variety of days and
times to accommodate everyone's busy schedules.
The August & September movie date, time, and location will be announced via Evite as the date gets
closer!
Couples’ Dinner Group
Point of Contact: Kathy Cohrs, 427-3609 or [email protected]
MONTHLY MEETINGS: Second Saturday of the Month at 6:30 PM
This group is comprised of active duty and retired military and their spouse. For more than twenty years
the group met in building 1083, but as it is being torn down we have lost our space. Therefore this coming
school year will be a year of transition. We may be able to meet at the new space in the future, but it is not
complete enough yet for hosting dinners.
We have options such as meeting in each others’ homes, eating at a restaurant, having a picnic in the
park, dining downtown before a theater production or whatever the monthly host coordinates. We enjoy the
social aspect of this group as many dear friendships have developed, but we also enjoy cooking homemade
food to share with each other. If you are interested in meeting great people and enjoying delicious food at a
reasonable cost (expenses are always evenly divided) then you should join us. Please call or email Kathy.
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We Need You!
We are used to it...in fact we have come to expect it…
and we probably define it as “normal” — The PCS.
Several active group leaders and members have
moved on to new assignments leaving us with several
openings for new leaders and members to participate
in our fun, outgoing group!
How Can You Help?
The following existing groups and activities need new
leaders or co-chairs: Scholarships, Reservations,
Creative Cooking, Coffee Group, Lunch Bunch, Just
Desserts, Wine and Dine and Shopping Spouses.
For More Information:
Contact any of our Executive Committee Members or
stop by and see Lori Enochian or Serena Harrison at the
Activities Welcome and Coffee on August 22, 2013.
We will be thrilled to help you get connected with your
passion for giving back to other military spouses!
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Duplicate Bridge
Point of Contact: LaVerne Will, 256-9833
Sandy Ferrell, 431-1751,
[email protected]
Meets the 4th and 5th Wednesday of the
month at 9:30 am through the mid-afternoon
at the Wright-Patterson Club Rocker Lounge.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Flying Needles
Point of Contact: Fran Nees, 429-3315,
[email protected]
Change is inevitable. As military
spouses, we know that as well as
anyone. We are accustomed to packing up
and moving across the country or around
the world, only to do it again in a few
years. We can grumble, but what good does
that do? Our challenge is to embrace new
situations and find the adventure within.
Flying Needles will be facing some
changes this fall. Some of our faithful
members will be moving on to new
assignments; new faces will be replacing
them. We will be meeting in the new
Activities Room and finding our way around
the new facility.
Stop by our table at the Activities and
Welcome Coffee. We would love to meet
you and encourage you to join our
needlework network. We offer inspiration,
encouragement and good company in a
vibrant, creative atmosphere.
We meet twice a month, on the second
and fourth Mondays
9:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Bring a sack lunch and stay for the day or
come and go as you are able.
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Daytime Bunco
Chair: Lori Enochian, [email protected]
NEXT MEETING: Friday, September 20 (RSVP by
Wed, Sept 18), 10:00am, Activities Room, Bldg. 95
(We meet on the Third Fridays, so go ahead and mark
your calendar now through the end of the year!)
The Daytime Bunco group runs a little differently than
the Evening Bunco group, but if you love
to play Bunco, it just doesn’t matter. We
start rolling at 10:00am and play 36
rounds. Please be a little early to get
signed in so we can start and finish on
time! We do not do a potluck brunch,
but we occasionally ask for donations to
buy table snacks, on an as-needed basis. This will be
announced in our monthly Evite. Otherwise, cost is $5.00
per person – please bring a five or 5 ones.
Goldbricks
Point of Contact: Ginny Barber, 429-1450
Carolyn Deep, 429-3263
We are one of the "Activities" of the OSC and we are the
Investment Club that teaches the members how to study the
stock market, read company reports, where to look for this
information and how to interpret all this and make informed
purchases of stocks.
We meet once a month, usually the second Monday at
9:30 AM and finished by noon. We have been meeting at
the Cherry House Cafe in Beavercreek (behind McDonalds
on Dayton-Xenia Road) while we look for a permanent
"home". Any member of the OSC is welcome to attend - you
have to attend at least three (3) meetings to decide if you
would wish to join. We have a "Club" portfolio that we all
invest in - BUT - the main purpose of the club is to teach you
how to invest on your own. Think about how this information
can aide you in investing for you and your family’s' future.
Please call ahead to one of the contact members and we
can give you up-to-date meeting dates and times.
See you all at the Activities Coffee
to answer any questions.
Future meeting dates: August 19
and September 9.
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Couples Game Night
Chair: Lori Enochian, 912-9909, [email protected]
NEXT MEETING: Saturday, November 16 (RSVP by Thurs, Nov 14), 7:00pm, Activities Room, Bldg. 95
Starting in November, we will meet on the third Saturdays of the month for an evening of games, food
and fun. Spouses are more-than-welcome to attend! We will play a combination of board games,
party games, card games, strategy games, etc., depending on the interests of the group each
month. Please bring a sweet or savory dish to share and any games you want to play. We will probably have at least 2 games going at once and switch up throughout the evening, so hopefully, there will
be something for everyone!
Happy Hour Crafting
Do you have a Work In Progress (WIP) still in the moving box? Craft Board on Pinterest with
over 100 pins (all of them great ideas, none of them completed)? Desire to be crafty or finish a
craft? Join us each month to work on a WIP or the Group Guided Craft. Please bring $5.00
materials fee to participate in GGC. Late arrivals are okay!
August 26 5:00pm in the Activities Room
August GGC will be t-shirt scarves.
Bring a snack or drink to share with the group. RSVP no later than August 23 to ensure enough craft supplies.
September 30 5:00pm in the Activities Room
September GGC will be coffee filter wreaths. This craft requires glue so bring a hot glue gun and
extra glue sticks, please. Michael’s offers a military discount on Wednesdays.
Bring a snack or drink to share with the group. RSVP no later than September 27 to ensure enough craft supplies.
Please email Deborah Durbin at [email protected] to receive updates.
Follow “Craft Night Board” on Pinterest to comment on future GGC.
Photography
Point of Contact: Tatiana Matta, 787-929-6401
Do you love to take pictures? Or have you always wanted to explore this fun
hobby with others who have the same interest? Then the Photography Group
is for you. Stop by and visit us at the Activities Welcome & Coffee for more
information and to join our email list. It’s going to be a “picture” perfect year!
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International Spouses Group
Points of contact:
Welcoming Committee:
Inma Kusnierek (Spain) 325-0371, [email protected], Cell 408-3863
Carolina Ascanio (Venezuela) 432-7863
Barbara Wirtz (Germany) 912-9525
The International Spouses Group is an active group within the Officers' Spouses Group. Our members
represent countries from every continent on the globe. We have members from foreign communities stationed at Wright Patterson, USA retired and active members.
The meetings provide us with exciting and lasting friendships while allowing each and every one of
us to experience both the uniqueness and similarities of all cultures. We help each other around the community, and announce area events for those that are interested.
We meet on the first Friday of every month in Chapel 3, off Spinning Rd. in the Prairies Housing area,
unless otherwise stated. The address: 5868 Chapel Lane, Riverside, OH 45433-6003.
Directions from Area B: Take Col Glenn Hwy toward Airway Road; turn left at
the 'Speedway' traffic lights onto Spinning Road; turn right onto Chapel Lane; Chapel Number 3 is at the end
-on Chapel Lane.
We have no membership fees, however we do volunteer to provide food from our native countries
during every gathering. Children and family are welcome.
The main funding our organization receives is through our participation in the International Fair in
April. We also provide a scholarship to one qualified individual from our group who is chosen by an independent board of judges.
Our meetings throughout the summer were very interactive and fun. June 7th featured a presentation
by our Aussie friend Jacqui Carswell, where she delighted all of the members with Australian gifts. On July
5th we learned to make home made body scrubs, and members were able to take home some Star & Stripe
themed citronella candles. Our August 2nd meeting taught us how to make beaded bracelets and take home
our finish product, offering a great learning experience for children and adults. On September 6th we will
learn the intriguing art technique of floating dyes or paint on water called Ebru taught by our Turkish members.
We hope to see you at our meetings!
NEW * Shooters’ Club * NEW
The new Shooters’ Club is led by Kally Morrison, an NRA Certified
instructor, who will be conducting some fun beginners courses for new or
experienced shooters. They will be holding their first organizational meeting on
Friday, September 6, from 9:00-10:00am in the Activities Room of Building 95.
After this meeting, they will be scheduling range time for future “meetings!”
Please contact Kally at [email protected] if you would like to join.
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Points of Contact: Caryn Shalita, 912-9533, [email protected]
Kim White, 938-8234, [email protected]
Welcome to all the New WPOSC members!
And hope to see lots of returning Lunch Bunch members!
Our first gathering of the year will be a local favorite!
Wednesday, Sept 18th
11:30 AM
First Watch- Beavercreek
2614-a Colonel Glen Hwy
Fairborn, OH 45324
Check out their website: http://www.firstwatch.com/locations/19612-first-watch-beavercreek-fairborn-fairborn
Voted Best Breakfast; Voted Best Brunch; Voted Best Lunch
A popular place for meetings and group gathering as well!
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Please contact Caryn Shalita, [email protected] or 937-912-9533
to be included in the Lunch Bunch Evite! Attendance for Lunch Bunch has gotten quite large and Evite is
the easiest way to keep track of the RSVPs so she can make an appropriate reservation for our group.
If you miss the deadline, that’s ok! Just let her know…there is always room for one more.
National Museum of the United States Air Force
Mah Jongg
Point of Contact: Amy Jo Jones, 426-1567,
[email protected]
Meets every Tuesday
9:30a.m. until 2:30p.m.
in Building 95
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Museum Guides
A Special Volunteer Group
Point of Contact: Sue Craven, 233-3538, [email protected]
Sara Lowe, 878-3558
Come and join us! Call Sara or Sue if you would like to learn more about
what we do. All branches of the military are
welcome to participate.
Training and orientation are provided to all volunteers. Design your own tours, escort groups
through the museum, or read to classes on school
tours. New volunteers are always welcome!
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Playgroup
Point of Contact: Abear Dawson, 505-379-4564, [email protected]
Let's get out and explore at The Children's Discovery Garden located on Wegerzyn Gardens on
August 23rd at 10:00 am. The Children’s Discovery Garden is a child-friendly place to discover,
experience and love our world through gardening. Divided into three main areas, the garden offers
opportunities to play among interesting and whimsical plant displays, learn about Ohio habitats, and grow
vegetables and other backyard plants. The garden also has a water play area with a cave for the little
ones to run around, so be sure to pack your swimsuits. There is also a picnic area available, so feel free to
bring your lunch. Hope you are all enjoying your summer and see you soon!
Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
1301 E. Siebenthaler Avenue , Dayton, Ohio 45414
Watch your email closely for information about the September Playgroup location and time!
If you would like to be added to my email list, please contact me!
Rubber Stamp Club
Chair: Lori Enochian, 937-912-9909, [email protected]
DAYTRIP: Saturday, August 10, 7:30am, meet at Mimi’s Café parking lot at The Greene and
carpool to Sharonville, OH, to the “Stampaway USA” convention. We will spend the day shopping for all
the latest and greatest stamping products, watching lots of demos, participating in make-n-take projects,
learning new techniques, trading artwork (ATCs), and socializing with about 2000 other rubber stampers! We
expect to be back around 6:00pm. Please RSVP by Wed, Aug 7, so that we can assure you a seat and
determine if we need a “full-day” car and a “partial-day” car.
NEXT MEETING: Friday, September 13 (RSVP by Wed, Sept 11), 10:00am, Activities Room, Bldg. 95
(We meet on the Second Fridays, so go ahead & mark your calendar now through the end of the year!)
Grab your rubber stamping and paper crafting supplies and come join us as we tackle new stamping
projects in a workshop format. Each month, one member leads a hands-on demo of their choice. In September, Joann Mathews will teach us how to make an accordion portfolio, which she learned while on a cruise
this spring! We’ll each create our own portfolio and leave with a great piece in which to save our small treasures and tokens from any vacation, trip or activity. It’s small enough to carry in a purse or pocket and can
also be displayed in a spot of your choice! In addition to the demo, we’ll also socialize and share stamprelated news. All levels of stampers are welcome, even beginners who have never inked up a stamp. We’ll
bring you up-to-speed in no time! Please send an e-mail to get on our mailing list. A description of the
monthly demo and a short list of supplies to bring will be e-mailed out each month.
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R.O.W.W. — Retired Officers’ Wives and Widows
Point of Contact: Cindy Daniel, 848-8892 or [email protected]
Sunshine Lady: Katie Corcoran, 427-1967 or [email protected]
Did you ever think at your age you would be going back to school? Well, you will be if
you attend the August ROWW luncheon on August 29, 2013. Social: 10:45 am; Seating
for lunch: 11:30 am. We’re lucky the Field Trip is coming to us! Our guest speaker is Curt
Gwaltney - a five year volunteer docent from the SunWatch Indian Village/Archeology Park
(www.sunrise.org) speaking on the history of the prehistoric Indians who lived along the
Miami River over 800 years ago. Please join us!
Reservations are to be made between the hours of 9:00 am and 6:00 pm weekdays and are
due by 6 pm Friday, August 23, 2013. Please call the following to make your reservation:
A-M Mary Weisert, 426-5183
N-Z Marty Graw, 427-2199
Due to increased costs for food and labor, the price of the August luncheon will be
$13.00 for Club and Banquet Center members and $15.00 for all others. Non-Club and
Banquet Center members MUST send a check in the amount of $15.00 made out to ROWW
mailed to Yyetta Whitehead, 4258 Wagner Road, Dayton, OH, 45440. Please allow 5 days for
delivery.
Menu: Champagne Punch, Fresh Fruit Cup, Chicken Salad on Croissant, Potato Chips and
Apple Crisp with Whipped Cream
Skylarks
is a vocal group with a long history at
WPAFB. We are group of ladies who love to sing. None are
music majors, but we are looking for someone with experience or
education in music to join us as a director and/or
accompanist. Traditionally we practice Tuesday am in Chapel 1;
however, that is negotiable if there is a conflict with singers. We have a diverse
music selection; the director and accompanist help decide it for our programs. Also
we love to go for lunch and socialize after practices and concerts. We are kid
friendly if you have babies or fairly well-behaved preschoolers, bring them along.
For more info please email Sharon Bown at [email protected].
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Spouses Night Out
As a military spouse it is important to take time for yourself! What better way to do so than to
head out with some fun, local, Wright-Patterson Spouses? We invite you to join our
group, Spouses' Night Out, also known as SNO! SNO is a group where we, as spouses, can get
together for activities and dinners. Come out for a fabulous time!
Each month, I will send out an Evite that will include all of the information for the upcoming
SNO. Please be sure to RSVP on the Evite by the deadline. You will notice that on the Evite and in
TWW I will mention if the event is kid friendly. Of course you never HAVE to bring your kiddos if
you need a night to yourself, but I don't want anyone to miss out because of a childcare issue!
Email Sarah Folks at [email protected] to be added to the Evite list
for this group and stay in the loop!
Upcoming Spouses Night Out Events:
August 15th - Dayton Dragons Baseball Game!
6:15PM
Fifth Third Field, 220 North Patterson, Dayton, OH 45402
Tickets must be purchased by August 6th, see Evite for details.
(Kids welcome to attend this event! Kids under 3 are free!)
September 4th - Crazy Mango Bistro Dinner!
6:30PM
Across from Von Maur at The Greene, 81 Magnolia Lane, Beavercreek, OH 45440
(Kids welcome to attend this event!)
See each Evite for more information! Can't wait to see you there!
*Locations and times subject to change; please refer to the Evite for details.*
Childcare for the September Function
We are attempting to provide group childcare services at the WPAFB Club for the Rockin’ Thru the
Ages function the evening of September 10, 2013. Please be aware of the following details:
 Children must be 6 months or older
 Suggested donation of $10 PER child (The suggested donation may change based upon the number of
participants)
 You may bring a couple of toys for your child to share with the group
 You may bring a clearly labeled snack for your child to enjoy
You must contact Erin McDaniel no later than August 27, 2013 (2 weeks prior to the event) in order
to secure your spot and ensure the proper adult/child ratio for childcare services. Erin can be reached via
email at [email protected] or 910-494-2128. For additional information or questions, please contact Erin
directly.
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Wine and Dine
Points of Contact: Caryn Shalita, 912-9533, [email protected]
Andi Durrell, [email protected]
Do you like WINE? Do you like to EAT?
Do you have a desire to learn about wine and make friends at the same time?
Join us at Bldg 95 for a ‘get to know you’
Wine and Cheese gathering
Friday, Sept 20th
7:00 pm
Bring a favorite bottle of wine to share!
We will provide the cheese and munchies!
We will also be planning the future Wine and Dine events at this gathering.
If you are unable to attend but have suggestions, please let us know!
For details please contact Caryn or Andi and ask to be added to the email and Evite list.
Life is too short to eat bad food or drink cheap wine!
NEW ACTIVITIES GROUPS
If you are interested in starting up a new Activities group within the Officers’
Spouses’ Club, please contact Lori Enochian, Activities Chair, at (937) 912-9900 or
[email protected], or Serena Harrison, Activities Co-Chair, at (702) 5107369 or [email protected]. We will discuss your idea, help you choose a day
and time to meet, and get you set up with a recruiting table at the Activities & Welcome Coffee! Please consider that we’ve had some requests for more evening Activities groups. We’d certainly like to accommodate those who work during the day or
stay home with young children and are only free to participate in the evenings. If you
have an idea for a completely new group or an evening version of an existing group,
please contact us!
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Club News
Membership
For information regarding membership in the OSC, please contact Kim White.
Membership Chair: Kim White, 937-938-8234, [email protected]
P.O. Box 67, Fairborn, OH 45324
ARE YOU MOVING? Please remember to notify the WPOSC Membership Chairperson if you are
moving or canceling your membership. You may be entitled to a partial refund if your dues are paid
yearly. If you pay dues monthly with a Club card, remember that you must also contact Shelia at
257-9762 ext. 1 to stop being billed for WPOSC dues. The Membership Chair can remove you
from the OSC roster, but does not handle the Club billing.
Have you renewed your membership yet for the 2013—2014 year?
We promise — It’s going to be a GREAT year!
Submit the membership form on the next page to complete your renewal!
___________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE NOTE: THE DEADLINE FOR THE OCTOBER/NOVEMBER ISSUE OF
THE WRIGHT WORD
WILL BE SEPTEMBER 5, 2013!
Quick Phone Reference
Base Operator ............................................ 257-1110
Directory Assistance ................................. 555-1212
Family Life
Airman/Family Readiness Center ........... 257-3592
Family Services .......................................... 257-2910
Family Advocacy ....................................... 257-4608
Kittyhawk Daycare .................................... 257-1086
New Horizons............................................ 904-1433
Wright Care ................................................ 904-8055
Financial Services
Credit Union
Area A .................................................... 256-5470
Area B..................................................... 256-2157
Col. Glenn ............................................ 429-3340
Kittyhawk…………………………..878-3077
Law Enforcement & Legal
Security Police ............................................ 257-6516
Legal Assistance ......................................... 257-6142
Law Enforcement Desk............................ 257-6516
Medical Services
Medical Center Information ..................... 257-0838
Appointments ........................................ 522-2778
Dental Clinic Appointments ................ 257-8761
Emergency Room ................................. 257-2274
Pediatrics ................................................ 257-6991
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Primary Care .......................................... 257-9700
Women’s Health .................................... 257-1160
Mental Health ........................................ 257-6876
Nightingale/Fisher Houses....................... 257-0855
Red Cross.................................................... 257-9875
TRICARE/Health Net ..................1-877-874-2273
Public Information
Public Affairs .............................................. 522-3252
Skywrighter Newspaper ............................ 522-3251
Recreation
Recreation Center ...................................... 257-2001
Wright-Patterson Club .............................. 257-9762
Dodge Gym ................................................ 257-4225
Health & Wellness Center......................... 904-9355
Aero Club ................................................... 257-7714
Base Theater ............................................... 257-4697
Bowling Alley (Kittyhawk Lanes)............. 257-7796
ITT Info Tickets & Travel ........................ 257-7670
Outdoor Recreation................................... 257-9889
Patterson Pool ............................................ 257-3764
Wright Field Fitness Center ...................... 904-9381
Hobby Shop ............................................... 257-7025
Wood Skills Shop ....................................... 257-1476
Framing Crafts Shop ................................. 257-7183
Auto Shop .................................................. 257-3310
Library ........................................................ 257-4815
C.E. Service Calls ...................................... 257-6764
Youth Activities ......................................... 255-5053
WPOSC Reservations Line ...................... 285-0341
WP Tennis Club ........................................ 257-7248
Shopping Services
Base Exchange ..........................879-5730, Ext. 200
Home and Garden .................................... 878-8831
Class VI ......................................878-8831, Ext. 127
Commissary................................................ 257-4601
Bakery..................................................... 873-8118
Deli ......................................................... 878-0900
Store Manager ....................................... 257-2060
Kittyhawk Car Care Center ...................... 878-7985
Thrift Shop................................................. 879-5630
24-Hour Information Line................... 285-0306
Miscellaneous
Recycling Center ........................................ 257-4889
Retired Activities Office ........................... 257-3221
Veterinarian Services ................................. 257-6853
Volunteer Office........................................ 257-7898
Weather ...................................................... 257-3102
http://www.wpafb.af.mil/keyinfo.html
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2013 ~ OSC Membership Information ~ 2014
To become a member of the WPOSC, complete the form and mail to: WPOSC Membership, P.O. Box 67, Fairborn, OH 45324. Be
sure to include the appropriate payment. Membership includes a subscription to The Wright Word (TWW).
Contact the Membership Chair for any changes to your membership, including:
 Change of address, telephone number, email, rank, organization, resignation, etc.
 Refunds: If you are PCSing, and have paid your dues for the year, you may request a refund of the balance.
Please notify the Chairperson if you have any changes in your mailing address.
The post office will not forward the newsletters and there is a charge for each issue returned to the
OSC. Membership Chair: Kim White, 937-938-8234, [email protected]
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Wright-Patterson Officers’ Spouses’ Club Membership Application
Name
Phone
Date
Email
Add my email address to the OSC events reminder notification list and directory: Yes No
I would like to receive my copy of TWW digitally to the email I have provided: Yes No
Address
City, State, Zip
Spouse’s full name and rank
Spouse’s organization
Circle one:
Spouses’ Organization
Active Duty
Civilian
Retired
Deceased
_____ Change of address
_____Change of Email
_____ I wish to cancel my membership in the WPOSC
_____ My spouse has a new rank or organization
Organization
►Dues are $48 a year (June 1, 2013 - May 31, 2014) or $4 per month - First month is free for newcomers◄
_____ I have enclosed my check made out to WPOSC for $
_____ I have arranged to have my dues charged to my Wright-Patterson Club card
The Wright Word
Editor, Patti Thompson…….303-667-1136……[email protected]
Proofreaders: Linda Tallent, Jill Belarmino and Kelli Baliey
The Wright Word is an unofficial magazine published eight times yearly: bi-monthly August/September, December/January, and monthly
October, November, February, March, April, and May, by the Wright-Patterson Officers’ Spouses’ Club, PO Box 67, Fairborn, OH 45324. Standard
US postage paid at Xenia, Ohio, and additional mailing offices. Subscription to members is included in annual dues. Non-member subscriptions at
$14.00 per year may be mailed to the Publications Manager, P.O. Box 67, Fairborn, OH 45324.
The opinions expressed herein in no way represent those of the United States Air Force or the WPOSC and are solely the opinions of the individual
writers. Products or services advertised do not constitute endorsement by the Air Force or the WPOSC. Reprints by permission only. PRINTED BY
DOMICONE PRINTING INC. The logos were copied from A Word to the Wives weekly bulletin Volume 1, Number 1. Prepared by Special Service
Branch, FASC 12 June 1944 Patterson Field, Fairfield, OH.
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The Wright Word
Wright-Patterson Officers’ Spouses’ Club
P.O. Box 67, Fairborn, OH 45324
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