The 11th Wing Judge Advocate Office need volunteers to help run the tax center, providing free tax assistance to active-duty members, retirees and family member ID cardholders. Volunteer income tax assistance representatives can be military members, family members or retirees. Unit tax advisers are representatives from organizations from Bolling and the Pentagon who answer tax questions within their organization. Training for volunteers is scheduled for mid-January. Last year, volunteers helped more than 300 people file tax returns, saving more than $34,000 in preparation fees. For more information or to volunteer, e-mail ebony.noble@bolling.af.mil.

Toastmasters and Chief’s Talkers

The Chief’s Talkers Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays at the community center meeting room from 12:15 to 1 p.m. The Bolling Toastmasters Club meets each Wednesday at the Bolling Club’s Old Club Room, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information on Chief’s Talkers, call (301) 203-0448. For more information on the Bolling Toastmaster’s Club, call (202) 267-7868.

AFAS grant program

The Air Force Aid Society offers the General of the Air Force Henry H. Arnold Education Grant program. It’s available to children of active-duty, Title 10 active guard and reserve and reservists on extended active duty, Title 32 active guard and reserve performing full-time active duty, retired, retired reservists with 20-plus qualifying years of service, and deceased Air Force members.

The society awards $2,000 to each selected applicant through the program. The program continues to be offered to children of active-duty, spouses (residing stateside) of active duty and Title 10 AGR⁄reservists on extended active duty; and surviving spouses of deceased members are also eligible candidates.

For more information and an application, call an AFAS representative at the airman and family readiness center at (202) 767-0450 or logon to the Air Force Aid Society’s Web site at www.afas.org.

Weekend ski trip

11th Services Division Outdoor Recreation hosts its first all-inclusive ski weekend to Sugarloaf Mountain, Maine, Feb. 1 through Feb. 4. Sugarloaf has the only lift-serviced above-tree-line terrain on the East Coast. The package includes lodging for three nights, lift tickets, daily ski clinics, dinner meals, access to the sports and fitness club, airfare and transportation to and from the airports. The cost is $700. For reservations and more information, contact outdoor recreation at (202) 767-9136. For more information about Sugarloaf Mountain, logon to www.sugarloaf.com.

Swim team

The Bolling Barracuda winter-conditioning program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Naval Research Laboratory pool. The focus for the winter program is training and stroke technique to prepare swimmers for the summer competitive season. The cost is two payments of $40 for each swimmer, with discounts for the second and third child. Scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis to ensure each child has the opportunity to participate. For more information or to join the program, call (202) 563-7009 or (202) 561-0519.

OSI career opportunities

Air Force Office of Special Investigations Detachment 332 will conduct a monthly recruiting briefing the third Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. in Room 203 of the technology center, Building 52. This briefing is open to anyone in the Air Force District of Washington interested in applying for a position with OSI. For more information, call (202) 767-4692 or logon to http:⁄⁄public.afosi.amc.af.mil.

Volunteer at the loan locker

The loan locker is seeking volunteers. The loan locker offers household items to loan personnel arriving or departing the National Capital Region. For more information, call (202) 767-0450.

Volunteer opportunity

The thrift shop seeks volunteers for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers must possess a military ID card. Positions in consignments, donations and cashiering are needed. Proceeds from sales primarily benefit the local military community. For more information, call Carol Cramp at (202) 562-6228.

ANG job opportunity

Massachusetts Air National Guard has a full-time government service, GS-12 employment opportunity. To apply or for more information, call Master Sgt. Deborah Shilaikis at (800) 247-9151.

Airman’s Attic

The airman’s attic helps Airmen set up a household for the first time, or prepare for the arrival of a newborn. The airman’s attic is open Wednesdays and Fridays and the second Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteer hours are 10 a.m. to noon or noon to 2 p.m. any designated day. Volunteers assist with maintenance and administrative upkeep of the facility. The airman’s attic is located behind the airman and family readiness center on Brookley Avenue. To volunteer, e-mail airmans.attic@bolling.af.mil.

Civilian jobs offered

The 11th Services Division has several employment positions available. Positions range from clerical to food service, child care and recreation aides. For more information, visit the human resources office at 12 Brookley Ave., Suite 108 or call (202) 767-5206. The office is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Jobs are also listed on the Bolling Web site at www.bolling.af.mil.

Retirement briefing

Pre-separation retirement briefings are mandatory for all servicemembers within their last year of service, but no later than 90 days before separation. At the briefings, the airman and family readiness center provides copies of the pre-separation counseling checklist. Spouses may also attend. Briefings are held at the Bolling AFRC and the Pentagon Annex, Room 1E288. For more information or to register for a briefing, call (202) 767-0450 on Bolling or (703) 693-9460.

Youth center needs volunteers

The youth center needs soccer coaches for the fall season. For more information, call (202) 767-4575. The youth center also needs council members to help with youth sports programs. For more information, call Rico Bailey or Paddy Lynn at (202) 767-4003.

Test study programs available

The Navy College Learning Center offers free computer-based test preparation for ASVAB, SAT⁄ACT and general CLEP exams. The NCLC offers two- and four-week programs with command approval. For more information, call Alex Smith at (202) 610-7300, e-mail washingtondcnclc@plato.com or visit Building 72 (Enterprise Hall), Room 147 on the Anacostia Annex.

Boss and Buddy Night

Bolling Clubs offer Boss and Buddy Night on the third Friday of each month from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The next Boss and Buddy is scheduled for Sept. 22. There is a cash bar and free buffet for club members. For more information, contact your first sergeant or call (202) 563-8400.

Family child-care providers needed

Base residents who provide child care for more than 10 hours per week must be licensed by the family child-care program. Applications are available at the family child-care office. A licensing orientation is held quarterly. For more information, contact the family child-care office at (202) 404-1454.

Thrift shop opening

The Air Force Officers’ Wives Club Thrift Shop is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shop is located in Building 13 on Brookley Avenue. Proceeds from the sale of donated and consigned items benefit the AFOWC welfare budget which contributes to charities and a scholarship fund. People interested in volunteering should call Carol Cramp, thrift shop chairman, at (202) 562-6228 or e-mail thriftshop.bafb@comcast.net

OSI career opportunities

Air Force Office of Special Investigations Detachment 332 conducts a monthly recruiting briefing the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. in Room 203 of the technology center on base. This briefing is open to anyone in the National Capital Region interested in a applying for a position within OSI. For more information, call (202) 767-4692.

Hazmat Pharmacy

The Household Reuse Program is a program for base members to dispose hazardous items. The Hazmat Pharmacy accepts paint, paint thinner, used batteries, cleaning supplies, mercury and pesticides. For a complete list or more information, visit the Hazmat Pharmacy in Building 41 on Brookley Avenue or call Brian Silver at (202) 767-8295 or Stephen Caldwell at (202) 767-8294.

Positions available at Andrews AFB

The Malcolm Grow Medical Center at Andrews AFB seeks nurses to fill the following positions: ambulatory care, medical surgery, emergency department, labor and delivery, nurse practitioner, clinical nurses, physician assistant, internal medicine and pediatric physician. Resumes should be e-mailed to 79mdg-andrews.staffing.af.mil or faxed to (240) 857-7700.

Massachusetts ANG

Massachusetts Air National Guard offers free college tuition and fee waiver at any of Massachusetts’ state colleges and universities, residence is not required. People may qualify for an enlistment bonus up to $15,000. For more information, call (800) 247-9151, DSN 698-1567, or e-mail recruiting@mabarn.ang.af.mil.

Sponsorship training

The Bolling Family Support Center provides sponsor packets and individual training for first-time military sponsors and those who haven’t attended training in the past year. Civilian employees and spouses are welcome to attend training. Training is by appointment only. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Kim Heiner at (202) 767-0450.

Operation Identification

The 11th Security Forces Squadron recommends marking all valuables. Marking items helps identify lost or stolen property while deterring criminal activity. The 11th SFS has engraving equipment available at the security forces control center located in Hangar 1. For more information, call the 11th SFS at (202) 767-5000.

Children’s mentors needed

Childhelp Children’s Center of Virginia, a nonprofit organization working to help prevent child abuse, needs volunteers to mentor at-risk children. For more information, call Cheryl Ray at (703) 208-1549 or e-mail cray@childhelp.org.

Children’s sports physicals

The 579th Medical Group will be offering school, camp and sports physicals for children now through Aug. 31. Check with your child’s school system, coaches and camp directors prior to scheduling an appointment to ensure a physical is required. Please arrive 20 minutes prior to the appointment time and have the required paperwork completed for the provider; failure to do so may result in cancellation of your appointment. Also bring immunization records and glasses (if applicable) to your appointment. T-shirt and shorts wear is appreciated. To schedule an appointment call (202) 767-5536 or log on to www.tricareonline.com. The dental portion requirement should be obtained through your Tricare or private provider.

Pocket bikes, scooters not allowed

Based on safety concerns, as well as recommendations from The U.S. Air Force Safety Center, the operation of pocket bikes and gas-powered scooters on Bolling is prohibited. Pocket bikes and gas-powered scooters are small and difficult for other drivers to see and often can reach speeds of up to 30 mph. For more information, call the base crime prevention manager at (202) 767-8961.

Keep children active

The base youth center is sponsoring Fit Factor, a program that encourages children to live healthy and active lives. Youngsters ages 9 to 18 can earn points and win prizes for staying active in a variety of ways — from team sports to household chores. For more information, visit www.afgetfit.com or call the youth center at (202) 767-4003.

HAZCOM Training

Public Health conducts HAZCOM Training for shop supervisors and HAZCOM managers. For more information on how to receive this type of training or any questions in regards to HAZCOM, please contact public health at (202) 404-6524.

Family night at the Clubs

Bolling Clubs offers an evening of family fun and an Italian Buffet in the Fireside Room Thursday from 5-8:30 p.m. dinner will be a choice of pasta dishes, salad and garlic bread. The cost is $8.95 for adults, $5.95 for children 6-10 and free for children 5 and under. For more information, call (202) 563-8400.

Newcomers bus tour

The Bolling newcomers orientation tour is scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. departing the technology center. The rides include a tour of Bolling, Old Town Alexandria, downtown Washington and a trip on the Metro subway. Spouses and children 10 and older are welcome to attend. To reserve a seat, call the family support center at (202) 767-0450.

Finance offers new service

Bolling Financial Services offers an e-mail address for customers to submit questions, documents or request assistance. As an alternative to calling or visiting the office, e-mail fmcustomerservice@bolling.af.mil.

School bus passes

School bus passes may be obtained through the community programs office at the skills development center on base. Children 9 and younger must be registered in the youth center. The cost is $20 per child. For more information on pickup hours and eligibility criteria, call (202) 404-7710.

Free movie on base

Saturday night’s free movie is ‘‘Accepted” and is rated PG-13. Showtime is 6 p.m. at the Edward H. White Community Center. For more information, call (202) 767-8553.

Heart Link

The Airman and Family Readiness Center and Air Force Aid Society hosts Heart Link Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the AFRC. Heart Link is targeted at spouses who have been married to Air Force servicemembers for less than five years and shows how the Air Force works, how active duty members help fulfill the Air Force mission, and the important role spouses play on the Air Force team. Lunch is provided, and there are also giveaways. Free childcare during the seminar may also be provided. For more information or to register, call (202) 767-0450.