News Briefs: April 21 through April 27

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Wing Dining Out auditions
Auditions are being held for the upcoming 90th MW Dining Out. Volunteers are needed to fill the national anthem singer position and the dining out speaking positions. Auditions will be held in the Medical Group's main conference room, Q1, April 23 at 2 p.m. For more information, call 773-6100 or 773-3927.

90th MDG resiliency classes
The 90th Medical Group Mental Health Clinic offers free resiliency classes every month. The following classes and dates are offered in April:
· Stress Management and Building Resiliency class - April 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
· Anger Management class - April 24 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Month of the Military Child Bash
The Fall hall Community Center hosts a free, Month of the Military Child Bash April 25 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Enjoy face painting, bounce houses, carnival games, and more. For more information or to sign up for an event, call 773-3510.

Prescription drug take-back
The F.E. Warren community can help keep families, visitors and pets safe by getting rid of unwanted or unused prescription or over-the-counter drugs this month during the 8th National Prescription Drug Take-back Days. Excess medications can be turned in at the F.E. Warren Commissary April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More drop-off locations for April 26 can be found at www.dea.gov. If these times and locations are inconvenient, medications can be deposited in the Cheyenne Police Department lobby drop-box at any time.

Fun hop 5K
The fifth annual Cheyenne Fun Hop 5K will be held April 26 at 9 a.m. in Lions Park. There will be prizes, a 50/50 raffle and more. The proceeds from the run will go to support Operation Provide Joy, a program that helps local, underprivileged children during the holidays. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/FunHop5k or call Kaylee Egeland at 210-275-2560.

Horseback ride
Outdoor Recreation hosts Sombrero Stables Horseback Ride April 26. The trip is a Single Airmen's event, meaning only single Airmen will be allowed to sign up. Enjoy a two-hour trail ride in the Rocky Mountains. The trip costs $30 and includes transportation, gear and the trail ride. The trip will depart Outdoor Recreation at 8 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. For more information or to sign up for an event, visit Outdoor Recreation or call 773-2988.

Wing Holocaust Remembrance event
The 90th MW hosts a Holocaust Remembrance event April 29 at 11:30 a.m. in the Fall Hall Community Center. The event will include a light lunch as well as a guest speaker. For more information, call 773-3501 or 773-6060.

Marketing yourself
The Airman and Family Readiness Center hosts a professional development lecture April 30 for officers and senior enlisted who are transitioning or are mentoring a subordinate who is transitioning into civilian life. The lecture is designed to help make the transition as smooth as possible. For more information, call 773-5940.

Month of the Military Child specials
April is the Month of the Military Child. The following organizations on base are offering specials.
Outdoor Recreation
· Free youth ski and snowboard rentals with an adult rental.
· Family camping package: half off tents, sleeping bags and stoves
Fall Hall Community Center

Driver license office moves
The Cheyenne Driver License office has moved to a new location. The new office will be located at 1520 Etchepare circle, northwest of the I-25 College Dr. interchange. For more information, call the Wyoming Department of Transportation at 307-777-4375.

Commander's calls
Col. Tracey Hayes, 90th Missile Wing commander, hosts a series of base all-calls May 6 through 8 in the base theater. The all-calls are mandatory for all military personnel and highly encouraged for all Department of Defense and contract civilians. The all-calls are split by groups, but if you are unable to make your designated date and time, attend one of the other two. Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early and be in your seat before the start time.

Maintenance Group and Medical Group - May 6 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Mission Support Group and Wing Staff Agencies - May 7 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Operations Group and Security Forces Group - May 8 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.

Wyoming Law Enforcement Memorial 5K
The Cheyenne community hosts a Wyoming Law Enforcement Memorial 5K May 10. This annual event raises money for the Fallen Officers Memorial. The 5K begins at the corner of 24th street and Capitol, and will end in the Cheyenne Depot. The start of the event is split into two times, 8 a.m. for the run and 8:05 a.m. for the walk. Registration costs $25 leading up to May 10 and $30 the day of the race. For more information, visit www.cheyennepd.org/5k.

Base clinic closures
The 90th Medical Group Medical Treatment Facility will be closed all day for training May 15 and June 19. For assistance during clinic closures, call 773-3461 at any time of the day to be routed to the Nurse Triage line to assist with immediate needs. Airmen on PRP should call 773-3581 during normal duty hours and on training days.

The pharmacy will be open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. They will not process civilian prescriptions for same day pick-up after 4 p.m. unless it is an emergency medication, but prescriptions may be dropped off to have it ready for pick up the next duty day. The clinic is closed weekends, federal holidays, and wing family days, in addition to the dates listed above. To book medical appointments, call 773-3461.

5K color run
The local Air Force Sergeants Association hosts a 5K color run May 17. A color run is not about speed -- instead, the run focuses on having fun while being splashed with color. The race costs $35 through until May 1 when the price increases to $37. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. For more information or to sign up visit https://runsignup.com/Race/WY/FEWarrenAFB/AFSAColorRun.

Full/half marathon team
Air Force Global Strike Command is now recruiting for the U.S. Air Force Marathon and Half Marathon Team. The marathon will be Sept. 20 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Team members receive uniform items and reimbursable travel, registration fee and lodging. If selected, team members may apply for permissive temporary duty to participate. For more information or to sign up, call 773-6057.