Barksdale OSC October 2014 Newsletter

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BOSC Annual Membership dues are as follows:

$55 per year, if paid September 1

May 31, 2015

$30 per year, if paid January 1 May 31, 2015

Membership Dues

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Happy October from Ways and Means!

Thank you to everyone that stopped by the table at the last social and purchased something.

Each month I will have something new to share with you. With the holidays approaching, its

always a good idea to start shopping for family and friends. This month, I will have some fun

earrings, possibly some bracelets and a few new things for the home! As always, I am on the

hunt for new stores in the area and some bargains, if you see a store I need to check out let

me know. My email address is: [email protected].

Happy Fall!

Emily

Ways and Means

PropertyAs a BOSC member, you have the ability to borrow any of our property for any private gath-

ering you may be hosting for free! Some items that may be borrowed include various silver

pieces, BINGO equipment, party decorations, picture frames, vases, and a few folding tables.

Please contact Valerie at [email protected] more information.

Mark your calendars!Come join us in decorating the Barksdale Club for Christmas. We will decorate the club on De-

cember 1st at 8:00 AM and December 2nd at 10:00 AM. Please come out and help us make

the club beautiful! You can sign up by emailing [email protected].
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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During our September Social we were honored to have

Sarah Ardis (Donor and Volunteer Relations Manager) come

and speak to us regarding the needs of the Shreveport/BossierMission. She reminded us of all the great services the mission

does in order to help the homeless in our area:

Charity of the Month

Emergency ShelterFood and Clothing

Addiction Recovery TrainingSocial Services

Counseling & Christian guidanceDomestic Violence Support

Anger Management Classes

Evening Worship ServicesFree Medical/Dental Care

Thank you to all our members who generously donated items last month. Sarah left with a car

load of items fulfilling immediate needs of the shelter. We will still be collecting donations at

the October shelter for all that would like to bring them. Some items they are in need of this

month would be:

Hoodies/sweatshirtsor light jackets/sweatersand socksfor men women and children(I would think that as long as they are in good condition that used hoodies/jackets/sweaters

would be great)Deodorant - solid and gel(mostly for men, but, women, too)

Mens boxers/underwear

Mens t-shirtsMens razors

Shower gel/bath soapCold medicine

Womens personal hygiene products

If you would like to purchase a holiday gift to brighten a person's spirit they have amission tree in Dec and will have cards available to pick up with a gift idea for under$30.

Also Sarah would like to extend a warm welcome to anyone that would like a tour of the shel-ter. They are open Mon-Friday from 830am to 4:30 pm. If you would like to donate your time/talentthe shelter is always looking for volunteers. Or you can contact the mission for more informationat Phone: (318) 227-2868. Sarah Ardis can be reached at ext 104.


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Spring Auction

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Volunteer Opportunity

Hello BOSC Members: Although the spring seems far away, its time to

starting thinking about our annual spring charity auction. If you would

like to be on this committee please email Rebecca Denton

at [email protected]. This is our biggest event of the year

and many hands and talents are needed to make it a success!

The 2014 Susan G. Komen Race is on Saturday, November 1, 2014.

There are many volunteer opportunities available. Please go to

http://nwla.info-komen.org/site/PageNavigator/SHV_VolunteerNeeds.html to

sign up. Please email Maria McKenna at [email protected] you are vol-

unteering so that we know which of our OSC members will be there with us!

Charity Disclaimer

*The BOSC supports a variety of charities that fall within the guidelines of our

mission statement. We do no discriminate based on religion, race, or creed. All

donations made by members are voluntary and not required.
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://nwla.info-komen.org/site/PageNavigator/SHV_VolunteerNeeds.htmlhttp://nwla.info-komen.org/site/PageNavigator/SHV_VolunteerNeeds.htmlmailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]://nwla.info-komen.org/site/PageNavigator/SHV_VolunteerNeeds.htmlmailto:[email protected]


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Small Clubs

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Please note that you must be a member of the BOSC in order to join the Small

Clubs. You may attend as a guest one time only. Also, please note that you are not allowed to sell or marketany type of business that may benefit or profit another member (i.e. Creative Memories, Pampered Chef,

Tastefully Simple, etc.) at any BOSC sanctioned event.

BOOK CLUB

Book club will be meeting on October 23th at 7pm to discuss

The Bird Eater by Ania Ahlborn. Contact Sabina Squires [email protected] if you have questions, and to join theevite list.

BOWLING CLUB

Officer Wives league bowls each Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. at theBarksdale Lanes. There is no bowling when school has holiday.Contact Jo Crone at 949-2635 if you have any questions

BUNCO

Bunco is a great way to relax and make new friends.... and it requires abso-lutely no skills whatsoever. Just bring a $5-$15 prize and a snack or appe-tizer and get ready to have fun! Our October Bunco game will be heldThursday, October 16th at Barksdale AFB Landings Housing Hospitalityroom! For questions, and to join the evite list, please contact DaLonna Rim-sky at 318-349-8146,

GOLF CLUB

Come join the golfing fun! Lessons are only $3 and club rentalsfrom the Pro Shop are $5. Meet at the Fox Run Golf Course(BAFB) on the first and third Thursday of every month. ContactJo Crone at 949-2635 if you have any questions.

GOURMET CLUB

In September, the gourmet club was treated to wonderful delicacies from the Orient. Wemet in the home of Malva Kirsch and enjoyed such dishes as South Sea Island Shrimp,Thai Cucumber Salad, and Macadamia Nut Pie. A wonderful time was had by all!Gourmet Club will meet in the home of Amy Waring on Wednesday October 22 at 11 a.m.for a demonstration and lunch of all time favorite Italian dishes. Please email JenniferAttaway [email protected] you would like to attend the BOSC Gourmet Club.

TRIPS AND

TOURS CLUB

Do you like going on trips? Do you want to learn more aboutthe Shreveport-Bossier area? Join our newest club! ContactKari Truskett at [email protected] to join!


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Recipe of the Month

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BOSC 2014-15 Proposed Social Calendar

If you would like to submit a recipe to the Recipe of the Month section please email it

to

[email protected].

Oct. 8

th

, 10:30 AM

Nov. 12th,10:30 AM

Dec. 10th, 10:30 AM

Jan. 13th, 6:30 PM

Feb. 11th, 10:30 AM

March 10th, 6:30 PM

Apr. 14th, 6:30 PM

May 13th, 10:30 AM

Ingredients

2 pkg cream cheese,softened (8 - ounce)

8 oz goat cheese 2 garlic cloves, minced $ 4 tsp chopped fresh or 1

1/4 teaspoons dried oreg-ano

1/8 tsp freshly groundpepper

1/4 Cup basil pesto 1/2 Cup dried tomatoes

in oil, drained andchopped

Garnishes: dried tomatoslivers, fresh oreganosprigs

French bread slices orcrackers

Goat Cheese Spread courtesy of Amy Clark

Directions

1. Process first 5 ingredients in a food processor untilsmooth. Spread one-third of cheese mixture in bot-tom of a plastic wrap-lined 8- x 4-inch loaf pan. Top

with pesto; spread one-third cheese mixture over pe-sto. Sprinkle with dried tomatoes; top with remainingcheese mixture. Cover and chill 8 hours.

2. Invert spread onto a serving plate, discarding plas-tic wrap. Garnish, if desired. Serve with Frenchbread slices or crackers.

Note: To garnish, cut one dried tomato into slivers.Gently press fresh oregano sprigs and tomatoslivers in a decorative pattern over the top of the

cheese after it is inverted.


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Birthdays Anniversaries

Tabitha Spoo 10/1

Jennifer Attaway 10/13

Arlene Rhodes 10/19

Teresa Barrett 10/20

Carol Beene 10/25

Amy Waring 10/30

Danielle Alvarez 10/3/08

Wendy Harding 10/5

Amy Phillips 10/7/00

Kim Wilson 10/24/92

Member Events & Important Dates

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Hails Farewells

Christie Smart

Jenni Tryon

Betzy Perez


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Membership Spotlight

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Kelly Goodwin

When did you arrive at Barksdale? July 2014What squadron/ group are you associated with? 2nd BW

Who is in your immediate family? (Feel free to include little fur members) My wife Kristin

and our two daughters Sloan and Slater

Where is your hometown? Kansas City, Mo.

What do you like best about the Barksdale, Shreveport & Bossier area? Definitely the peo-

ple that I have met both from base and from the community

Where have you been stationed before? Whiteman AFB (twice), Langley AFB and Washing-

ton D.C.

What is something that most people dont know about you? I was the first alternate for theUS Olympic swim team in 1992

What has been one of the challenging aspects of military life? For me finding the balance

between being my own person and being a Commanders wife has been and continues to be

very challenging for me. I believe that it is very important to always maintain a certain level

of individual autonomy in a healthy relationship but being a supportive spouse in the US mili-

tary doesnt necessarily always make it easy to accomplish that. Having great friends both

on and off base helps a lot and I am so thankful for all of the wonderful friends that I have

met so far at BAFB!

What has been one of the best aspects of military life? Honestly the people that I have

met at all of our different duty stations and through military functions. I love to meet new

people who have had different life experiences than me and who challenge my way of think-

ing. It helps me grow as a person and increases my awareness and tolerance for everyones

unique differences. I have met some of the most honest, sincere, caring people through the

Air Force. We are truly blessed with incredible family and friends.

Favorites

Color: Green

Food: Avocados, Greek yogurt, Apples, Steak,

Thai and Indian food and sushiTV Show: Parenthood

Animal: Dogs

Local Restaurant: The Mabry House

Hobby: Riding and racing bikes

Sport: Cycling, skiing and surfing

Holiday: Halloween

Movie: Its a tie between Thelma and Louise and Pulp Fiction


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Local Happenings

On Fridays, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline - Hayride, 6 p.m. Enjoy a tractor

pulled hayride around the park while speaking with the site ranger. Participants are

encouraged to ask questions. This event is for the entire family. For more informa-

tion call 888.677.2478 toll free or 745.3503 locally.

October 3, Oktoberfest, Barksdale AFB

October 3, Barnes and Noble Family Night, Shreveport story time 7pm

October 4, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline - Apps in the Outdoors, 1 p.m.

Learn how to make your smartphone smarter with apps designed with the outdoors

in mind! From mapping trails and finding great local hiking spots to identifying

the local flora and fauna and geocaching, the interpretive ranger will show youhow to turn your phone into the ultimate outdoor companion. For more informa-


October 5, Poverty Point State Historic Site, Epps - Tool Demonstration, 1-4 p.m.

Come and watch the rangers demonstrate the tools used by early inhabitants to

build, hunt with and create other articles used in their culture. For more informa-


October 9, Red River Revel, Dustin Lynch Concert 8:45pm

October 10, Merle Haggard, HorseshoeOctober 11, Don Williams, Horseshoe

October 11, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline - Dutch Oven Cooking Class, 10

a.m.-12:30 p.m. The park will host the Bayou Pots Dutch oven cooking group for

cooking demonstration and sampling. Participants will learn unique forms of

cooking, about Dutch ovens and much more. For more information call

888.677.2478 toll free or 745.3503 locally.

October 11, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline- Full Moon/Night Hike, 7 p.m.

Guests will be able to take in the unique sights and sounds of the forest at night on

a guided hike on one of Lake Bistineau State Park's nature trails. For more infor-

mation call 888.677.2478 toll free or 745.3503 locally.

October 11, Poverty Point State Historic Site, Epps- Earth Oven Demonstration,

noon. Visitors will have a chance to observe how the prehistoric people used earth

ovens cooking food. They also will learn about the different shapes of PPOs in

regulation of heat, among other interesting details connected to earth oven cook-

ing. For more information call 888.926.5492 toll free or 926.5492 locally.


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Local Happenings

October 12, Motley Crue, Century Link

October 18, Disney Jr. Live, Century Link

October 18, Charlie Daniels Band, Diamond Jacks 8pm.

October 18, Chubby Checker, Margaretville, 8pm.

October 18, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline- Nature Hike, 1 p.m. Come and

hike on one of the beautiful trails of Lake Bistineau State Park and view nature up-

close. Participants are asked to wear comfortable shoes. Water and bug spray are

recommended. For more information call 888.677.2478 toll free or 745.3503 lo-

cally.

October 18, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline- Movie Night, 6-8 p.m. Bring theentire family to watch "Captain America: The Winter Soldier," in the Nature Cen-

ter. For more information call 888.677.2478 toll free or 745.3503 locally.

October 23, Preseason Dallas Mavericks vs. New Orleans Pelicans, Century Link.

October 25, Mansfield State Historic Site, Mansfield- Ghosts of the Past, 7:30-9

p.m. Come and watch costumed performers re-create the tragic and grisly after-

math of a Civil War battlefield. Afterwards guests will be led on a candlelight

night tour of the actual battlefield, where almost 30,000 men made war on each

other. This event is frightening and educational at the same time. For more infor-mation call 888.677.6267 toll free or 872.1474 locally.

October 25, Lake Bistineau State Park, Doyline- Halloween Party with Campfire

cooking, 6 -9 p.m. Bring the family for the annual Halloween event. Guest will get

to choose from three different programs to form a cohesive 3-4 hour program. This

includes hayrides around the park, a campfire cooking clinic to interpret outdoor

cooking for traditional campfire foods and the showing of a family friendly Hal-

loween-themed movie. For more information call 888.677.2478 toll free or

745.3503 locally.


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What did I miss at the September Social???


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