Wright Patterson AFB Community


Serving You
DINING
Canteen 10
Building 16, Area B 937-255-3511
Food on the Run
937-522-2160
Grille at Prairie Trace
4690 Skeel Ave. 937-257-7961
Grill at Twin Base
3565 Communications Blvd. 937-257-4130
Health & Comfort Café
Building 620
Huffman Food Court
Building 262, Area A 937-257-6082
Mandarin Chef
Building 262, Area A 937-257-2679
Pitsenbarger Dining Facility
5500 Buckeye Circle 937-257-6082
Refueling Station
1100 Spaatz St. 937-255-2735
Sphinx Cafe (NASIC)
Building 828, Area A 937-257-4417
Valkyrie Cafe
1100 Spaatz St. 937-255-2735
Wings Grille & Lounge
Building 800, Area A 937-656-3554
Young’s Cafe
Building 22, Area A 937-257-4728
For hours of operation, menus and special event information, visit www.wrightpattfss.com/food.
EDUCATION
Education and Training
2130 Fifth St., Area B 937-904-4801
www.fb.com/WrightPattEducationAndTraining
Education and Training provides educational opportunities and counseling services to all military members and their families and civilian employees. The center offers testing facilities for college entrance exams such as the ACT, SAT and GRE, as well as CLEP and DANTES exams. For information about testing times and specific programs, call the education office.
Higher education institutions represented on base include the Air Force Institute of Technology, Central Michigan University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Park University and Sinclair Community College.
FAMILY SUPPORT
Airman & Family Readiness Center
2000 Albrook Drive, Building 2… 937-257-3592
www.wpafb.af.mil/afrf
The Airman & Family Readiness Center is the focal point for a full range of services, resources and programs that respond to the unique needs of military families. Services are provided to military members of all branches, DOD employees and their families. The A&FRC provides services for deployments, financial counseling and assistance, employment assistance, transition and relocation assistance (including a loan closet), family life development, volunteer resources, grocery and personal care assistance, and informational and referral services. The center offers direct service or referrals to local agencies.
Child Development Centers
Resource and Referral Office 937-257-1672
New Horizons CDC
Building 1403, Area A 937-904-1433
Wright Field North CDC
Building 630, Area B 937-904-8055
Wright Field South CDC
Building 630, Area B 937-255-1961
Wright Care CDC
Building 6933, The Prairies 937-904-8055
www.wrightpattfss.com/family/child-
development-center
Four full-day child development centers operate at Wright-Patterson AFB. All centers offer full-day care to the base’s eligible patrons for children 6 weeks to 5 years old. Centers also offer hourly care to children from 6 months to 12 years old when space is available.
The centers’ program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and is certified by the Department of Defense and the Department of the Air Force. Centers offer a safe, healthy and loving environment for children. For more information, contact the Child Development Resource and Referral Office.
Exceptional Family Member Program
2000 Albrook Drive, Building 2 …937-656-0946
www.wpafb.af.mil/afrf
The Exceptional Family Member Program is designed to give information to military families with members in need of special assistance. The EFMP coordinator provides resources from local, county, state and federal agencies, both educational and medical, to accommodate the special-needs member and the family.
Family Child Care
156 Spinning Road,
Building 6933 937-656-8686
www.wrightpattfss.com/family/family-child-care
Family Child Care offers developmentally appropriate child care in licensed homes on or within a designated radius of Wright-Patterson AFB for children 2 weeks through 12 years old. The program provides care for families that need evening care, weekend care and care during extended duty, as well as care for children with special needs. Providers set their own fees. The administrative office for the Family Child Care program is in The Prairies Youth Center.
School Liaison
2000 Albrook Drive, Building 2,
Room 239, Area A 937-656-0942
The school liaison officer coordinates and assists school-aged children and youth of base military families with educational opportunities and information necessary to achieve academic success. Working in partnership with existing base programs and initiatives, the officer helps identify, communicate and seek resolution concerning issues and barriers to academic success by encouraging relationships between the school, military families, installation and community. The officer develops programs and provides training to help teachers, counselors, principals, superintendents and coaches better understand the unique needs and gifts of the military child and family. The officer also supports on-going base educational and recreational programs and training initiatives designed to enhance the military family lifestyle.
School Age Programs
156 Spinning Road 937-253-3488
www.wrightpattfss.com/family/school-age-
programs
School-age care programs are offered for children ages 5 to 12 years before and after school and during holidays and summer vacations. Programs are designed to meet community needs, reinforce family values, and promote the cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of children. SAC programs are accredited by the Council of Accreditation (COA).
School age children are separated by age — primary (ages 5 to 8) and pre-teen (ages 9 to 12). Daily activities feature age-appropriate activities including art, science, drama, outdoor play, homework time and more.
Youth Sports
156 Spinning Road 937-255-5053
www.wrightpattfss.com/family/youth-sports
The Youth Sports Program provides recreational leagues and instructional clinics to youth throughout the year. Athletic activities include soccer, taekwondo, cheerleading and more. All volunteer coaches are certified through the National Youth Sports Coaches Association. The Youth Sports Program also includes a special needs sports program for youth ages 9 to 13.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Chase Bank
2130 Sycamore St.,
Building 1250 937-443-6340
www.chase.com
Wright-Patt Credit Union
Building 262, Area A 800-762-0047
2195 10th St., Area B 800-762-0047
Building 1224, Kittyhawk 800-762-0047
www.wpcu.coop
LEGAL SERVICES
Legal Office
5135 Pearson Road, Building 10,
Area A 937-257-2547
Tax Center
5215 Thurlow St., Building 70,
Area A 937-656-9256
www.wpafb.af.mil/units/ja
The Office of the Staff Judge Advocate provides legal advice and support in the areas of civil law, contract law, labor law, environmental law, claims and military justice for courts-
martial and nonjudicial punishment actions. The office also provides legal assistance to military members, retirees and family members on personal, noncriminal legal matters.
Air Force attorneys and paralegals can assist eligible patrons with wills, powers of attorney, notary service, or advice on personal civil legal matters such as adoption, landlord-tenant issues, taxes and consumer law.
Visit the Air Force Legal Assistance website at https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil to review basic information on legal assistance topics that commonly affect military members and to fill out online legal worksheets prior to a visit to the legal office for expedited service.
LIBRARY
AFRL D’Azzo Research Library
www.wpafb.af.mil/afrl/wrslibrary
The AFRL D’Azzo Research Library is open to all Wright-Patterson AFB employees during core duty hours.
RECREATION
For information about the recreational programs at Wright-Patterson AFB, visit the 88th Force Support Squadron online at www.wrightpattfss.com.
Air Force Outdoor Recreation
FAMCAMP & Rec Lodging List
http://myairforcelife.com/CentralPrograms/Outdoor/reclodging_list.aspx
The Air Force maintains 36 recreational lodging camps with more than 500 cabins and nearly 100 fixed RV trailers across the globe. Additionally, its 71 Family Camps feature thousands of RV hookups and primitive tent sites. Outdoor recreation programs vary by geography, climate and natural resources. Search the website to find a location near you.
Bowling
2241 Birch St. 937-257-7796
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun/bowling-center
Kittyhawk Lanes Bowling offers leagues for all ages, open bowling and special events like glow-in-the-dark bowling. The center has a pro shop and snack bar as well.
Fitness Centers
Dodge Fitness Center
4719 Lahm Circle, Area A 937-257-4225
The Health Club
Building 262, Area A 937-257-4402
Jarvis Fitness Center
1245 Kittyhawk Area 937-257-3607
Wright Field Fitness Center
Building 571, Area B 937-255-1961
www.wrightpattfss.com/fitness
Three fitness centers and a health club offer many programs to motivate you toward your next workout. Sports and fitness programs range from the self-directed, such as open play basketball, volleyball and racquetball, to instructional classes, such as aerobics and kickboxing. Visit the website for more information, including hours of operation and class schedules.
Golf
3565 Communications Blvd.
937-257-7961/937-254-4130
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun/twin-base-golf-
course
The golf courses at Wright-Patterson AFB are open to active-duty military, retired military, reservists, civilian employees, family members and guests. Prairie Trace Golf Course has an 18-hole course and a nine-hole course, three putting greens, a driving range, rental clubs, a club house and snack bar, a golf repair shop, and leagues for men, women and youth. The 18-hole Twin Base Golf Course has three practice greens, a club house and snack bar, a pro shop, rental clubs, and leagues for men, women and youth.
Hobby Shop
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun
Visit the Consolidated Hobby Shop online for information about its programs and services. Wood, multi-craft, stained glass, frame and graphics shop areas are available in the complex, and each offers custom work as well as resources to do-it-yourself. Specialty classes for beginners and experts alike are offered in stained glass, basket weaving, framing and matting, and woodworking.
Arts & Crafts Center 937-257-7025
Feeling crafty? Unleash your creativity using the center’s tools and tables.
Auto Hobby Shop 937-257-3310
Do your own vehicle maintenance at the center using its stalls, lifts and tools. Mechanics are available for those who prefer to leave their repairs in expert hands. The Auto Hobby Shop has a resale lot for vehicles, motorcycles, boats and recreational vehicles as well as a 24/7 car wash with two self-service bays, one automatic bay and a vacuum center.
Information, Tickets & Travel
5450 Hemlock St., Building 1227,
Kittyhawk Area 937-257-7670
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun/information-tickets-
travel
Find information and get military discount tickets for local and nationwide attractions, including Cedar Point, Walt Disney World, Kings Island, The Beach Waterpark, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens and more. Whatever travel destinations you seek, the ITT staff can also help you plan your trips with assistance with airline tickets, hotels, rental cars and even cruises.
Outdoor Recreation
5265 Miller Road 937-257-9889
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun/outdoor-recreation
Outdoor Recreation provides safe, expertly managed outdoor recreation programs and equipment rentals. Equipment rentals include camping gear, canoes, kayaks, bikes, sporting equipment, tools, party supplies, outdoor games, grills and more. For information on upcoming Outdoor Recreation group trips and a price list of rentals, visit Outdoor Recreation’s website.
Rod and Gun Club
Building 892, Area A 937-257-3935
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun/rod-gun-club
Wright-Patterson’s Rod and Gun Club offers hunting and fishing activities, skeet and trap leagues, and registered shoots. The club has skeet fields, trap fields, stocked hunting and fishing areas, a clubhouse and a pro shop. It offers hunter education, trap shooting and skeet shooting classes.
Swimming Pools
Dodge Fitness Center Pool
4719 Lahm Circle 937-257-3044
Patterson Outdoor Pool
Behind the Wright-Patt Club 937-257-3764
Prairies Outdoor Pool
Chapel Road Area 937-255-8566
www.wrightpattfss.com/fun/pools
The Patterson and Prairies outdoor pools are open seasonally. An indoor pool can be found at the Dodge Fitness Center. For more information about programs, classes and hours of operation, visit the aquatics website.
Tennis Club
Building 90, Area A 937-257-7248
www.wrightpattfss.com/fitness/tennis-club
Wright-Patterson’s indoor Tennis Club is the only membership tennis club in the Air Force. Active-duty and retired military, reservists, base civilian employees, retired civilians, family members and contractors are eligible to join. The club’s facility has four indoor courts, automatic ball machines and a pro shop. Adult and youth lessons and clinics are available.
SHOPPING
Wright-Patterson Commissary
2130 Sycamore St.,
Suite 1 937-257-2060, ext. 3347
www.commissaries.com
Save your hard-earned dollars when shopping for groceries at the commissary.
Wright-Patterson Exchange
Main Exchange
Building 1250, Kittyhawk
Area A 937-879-5730
www.shopmyexchange.com
The Wright-Patterson AFB Exchange wants to be your first choice for shopping. It offers a price-match program that guarantees the lowest prices in town. Hours for services outside the main exchange vary, so call or visit the website for detailed information.