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Students help veterans

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - Genesis Sandoval sorts through toothbrushes to deliver to the local VA hospital just before the holidays. The Hanscom Primary School students and staff collected new clothing and personal hygiene items for the veterans as part of a lesson on “what it means to be a veteran.” First grade teacher Mary-Ann Sullivan has been organizing the donation drive for 15 years. The students also included hand-drawn cards for the veterans. (Courtesy photo)

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‘Exceptional’ resources at library

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Benjamin Hofmann (right) and his dad, Peter, read a book together at the base library. Resources are now available for those associated with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) and include books, videos and journals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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Hands on science

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - Peter Niemeyer, from the Army Natick Soldier Systems Center, shows and explains equipment to seventh grade students during a science class at Hanscom Middle School Dec. 8. The students also had a chance to try on some of the equipment and prepare Meals, Ready to Eat (MREs). (U.S. Air Force photo by Rick Berry)

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Time for a story

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - Clara Murray listens to a story read by librarian Pam Medolo during Preschool Storytime at the base library Dec. 8. The children listened to three holiday-themed stories and made crafts afterwards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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Kids' run

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Jonathan Amirault crosses the finish line to win first place in the 6-8 year old category and as overall winner at the Holiday Run for Kids held Dec. 3 at Castle Park. Other category winners included Douglas Amirault from the 9-12 year olds and Grace McCaa in the 4-5 year old category. The Hanscom Company Grade Officers Council, along with many volunteers from across the base, organized the run to raise money for military families in need during the holiday season. (Courtesy photo)

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All about fall

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - Rylin Stevenson (right) and MillieMae Barnhart participate in activities during the Hanscom PTO fall festival in the Hanscom Middle School multipurpose room Nov. 18. More than 200 students and family members participated in games like a cupcake walk, milk can toss, pumpkin bowling, and ring toss around a pumpkin, as well as enjoyed snacks, making crafts and reading autumn-themed books. (Courtesy photo)

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Family learning

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - Matt Nicoli, of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP), recently speaks to parents at the Child Development Center (CDC) about 1-2-3 Magic, an effective discipline program for children ages 2 to 12. The CDC and FAP are partnering to offer a quarterly Family Learning Series available to all military families. For more information about the Family Learning Series or other programs offered by FAP, call 781-377-4617. (Courtesy photo)

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The other side of the lens

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Base photographer Linda LaBonte Britt (left) shows kids about photo editing during a visit to the Multimedia center Nov. 15. Children from the School Age Program visited the center to learn about photography and newspapers. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Key Spouse program keeps families connected

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Key Spouse Shannon LaPuma (left) talks to Isabel and Lucas Balmecda during the Hearts Apart event for families of extended TDY, deployed and remote tour servicemembers at the Airman and Family Readiness Center Oct. 27. Key Spouses perform an essential role, acting as unit ambassadors and conduits of information to help ease the stress of temporary separations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

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Operation Pumpkin

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Ashton, Isla and Zach Carmichael, as well as Chloe Hreben (left to right) knock on a door for some treats during trick or treating Oct. 31. Neighborhood kids were invited to fill up their bags with goodies from 6 to 8 p.m. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sarah Olaciregui)

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Operation Pumpkin

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Benjamin Hofmann-Foster and his mother Jennifer pick out a glow stick from Operation Pumpkin and 66th Security Forces Squadron member Senior Airman Aniza Figueroa during trick or treating Oct. 31. Operation Pumpkin volunteers handed out the glow sticks and ensured a safe night for the young and old alike. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sarah Olaciregui)

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Hanscom’s littlest members dress up for Trunk or Treat

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Samuel Gernert waits for trunk-or-treaters to stop by for candy during the Trunk or Treat and Fall Festival event at the chapel Oct. 23. (Courtesy photo)

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Hanscom’s littlest members dress up for Trunk or Treat

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Kids line up to bob for apples during the Trunk or Treat and Fall Festival at the chapel Oct. 23. (Courtesy photo)

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Wicked good time

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Monica Cook (right) celebrates during the Hanscom Spouses Club Wicked Bunco event at the Minuteman Commons Oct. 14. HSC members were invited to eat lunch, play bunco and enjoy an event themed around Wicked and the Wizard of Oz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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A very special event

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Skye Whitlow, Josiah Russell and Sophie Russell (left to right) try on balloon animal hats in the 13th Frame Diner during the Special Needs Family Fun and Information Fair Sept. 24. The event was held at Hanscom Lanes for families from all service branches with children with special needs. Attendees could take part in activities and receive information from base and community resource representatives. (Courtesy photo)

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Reach Out and Read

BOSTON – Hanscom family members (front row left to right) Elena Potter, Ryan Hassan, Kyrsten Hassan, Braden Potter, (middle row) Trey Hassan and Devon Hassan take a photo with Reach Out and Read CEO Earl Martin Phalen, Boston Bruin Shawn Thornton and Curious George during the Reach Out and Read-Youk’s Kids book drive launch at Fenway Park Sept. 14. A portion of the books from the drive will go to the Reach Out and Read program at the 66th Medical Squadron clinic. (Courtesy photo)

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Meet and greet

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – New members of the Hanscom Spouses Club enjoy meeting other spouses during the HSC meet and greet, Destination New England, at the Minuteman Commons Sept. 10. Spouses of military members from all branches of service, as well as retirees and Department of Defense civilians were invited to attend this event and learn all about the club. (Courtesy photo by Carolyn Reynolds)

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A Wedding to Remember

BOSTON – Tech. Sgt. Andrew Limes, 66th Security Forces Squadron’s Military Working Dogs section kennel master, and his fiancée, Lauren Joyce, take in a Red Sox game at Fenway Park. The couple met on the Green Monster four years ago and is now competing for “A Wedding to Remember.” (Courtesy photo)

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Library fun

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Preschoolers and parents have fun making crafts after listening to a story during Preschool Story Time at the base library Sept. 7. The library's next Preschool Story Times will take place Sept. 21 and 28 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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Back to school

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – Students, parents and teachers line up outside the primary and middle schools on the first day of school, Aug. 31. For information about primary, middle and high school events, check the School Notes section of the newspaper or website. (U.S. Air Force photo by Linda LaBonte Britt)

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