What’s coming up at Wright Patt?

Wellness screenings, classes planned

Civilian Health Promotion Services has a number of health testing opportunities and classes planned for Nov. 6-10. Upcoming classes include “Stress Less & Burnout” class, Nov. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Bldg. 1, Area A; and “Preventing Type II Diabetes” class, Nov. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Bldg. 16, Area B. For details and other classes, call CHPS at 904-9359.

Consolidated Hobby Complex has festive fall offerings

Check out what the Consolidated Hobby Shop in the Kittyhawk Area offers this fall and check off some holiday shopping at the same time. From Nov. 7 until Dec. 12, the complex will hold a stained glass class every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn about this elegant art form for $45. There are also stained glass workshops on Saturdays. Sign up for the Christmas Gift Bonanza on Nov. 18 and have the option to create several holiday ornaments, a candleholder or a 3D photo house. A smorgasbord of gift making happens on Dec. 8. Make several ornaments, a 3D Christmas tree or a 3D manger scene. Each workshop is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and costs $45. For more information, or to register for classes, contact the Consolidated Hobby Shop at 257-7025.

Male Chorus Concert planned for Nov. 11

The Prairies Chapel Male Chorus of Wright Patterson AFB is celebrating “25 Years of Singing Praises to The Lord” with a Male Chorus Concert. Join the celebration Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Prairies Chapel (6568 Chapel Lane, Dayton). Call the WPAFB Chapel at 257-7427.

Veterans Day event will feature ‘Plane Talks’ Nov. 11

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will commemorate Veterans Day by offering visitors a special opportunity to interact with more than 25 veterans who will be stationed at aircraft throughout the museum as part of the "Plane Talks" program Nov. 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Included among the veterans scheduled to be on-hand are a retired crew chief and flight nurse, as well as navigators, pilots and engineers who have flown on aircraft such as the A-24, AC-130, B-25, B-58, C-47, C-123, C-124, C-130, C-141, F-4, F-22, F-89, F-101, F-105, HU-16, HH-3, KC-97, RF-4, SR-71, T-39, UH-P1 and VC-137C (Air Force One). Admission and parking are free. For more information about the museum, visit www.nationalmuseum.af.mil.

Cold Turkey Trot planned

In conjunction with the Great American Smoke Out, this free event is for all runners and smokers who are ready to quit. Tips on how and why you should quit smoking available. Great prizes and fun. Run is on Nov. 16 at the Wright Field Fitness Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 904-9408 to register or for more information.

AF Museum Theatre to show ‘Top Gun’

The Air Force Museum Theatre's Hollywood Film Series continues in 2017, and the next show is "Top Gun" Nov. 26 at 4 p.m. All films are shown on the six-story giant screen in the Air Force Museum Theatre, located inside the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Cost is $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Air Force Museum Theatre Ticket Counter at 937-656-4629. For more information, visit www.airforcemuseum.com/attractions.

A&FRC to host Private Sector Resume Writing class

If you are looking to the private sector for employment endeavors or simply preparing for the future, this workshop, coordinated by the Airman & Family Readiness Center on Nov. 29 from 1 to 3 p.m., will offer the necessary guidance on how to prepare an effective civilian resume for a job search. Call the front desk at 937-257-3592 to register for any classes or workshops. You must be preregistered. All classes are in classroom 244, Bldg. 2, Area A.

Power Lifting Competition returning Dec. 9

Come test your strength in a bench press, squat, and deadlift. Prizes awarded for first, second and third place in both men’s and women’s class. This event will take place at the Wright Field Fitness Center Dec. 9 at 9 a.m. Call 904-9408 for more information or to register.

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