SHAPE: Paws to Read, Monday 21st October 2024. Sign up today!

Reading to therapy animals offers children emotional comfort and boosts their confidence. The non-judgemental presence of animals reduces stress which makes reading more enjoyable. It improves literacy skills as children practice reading aloud in a relaxed environment, as well as fostering empathy responsibility and a love for both animals and books.

Open to readers aged 6 and above.

Sign up required, click Here for more information.

SHAPE & BRUSSELS: ‘Ground Fair’ Liege, until 11th November 2024

Don’t miss the annual ‘Ground Fair’ in Liege, open until Monday 11th November 2024. It has been inscribed in the memory of all Liege residents.

Set in the Boulevard d’Avroy, this fair extends over more than 1km. Fun and thrills await amongst the 175 fairground rides and attractions, from the most traditional to the most extravagant attractions. With its multiple food trucks, convivial atmosphere, its perfumes, its sparkling lights and picturesque characters this delightful fair will captivate all ages. FREE Access, Charges apply to rides and consumptions. For more information, click Here.

SHAPE: Christmas Shoebox Appeal 2024

Could you fill a shoebox for an underprivileged child this Christmas? The Community Liaison Officers at SHAPE are collecting filled shoeboxes between now and November 6th 2024.

If you would like to contribute to this appeal, shoeboxes and packing guides can be collected from the Community Office.

Why not share the love this Christmas?

SHAPE Federal Police Watch Scheme

 Did you know that SHAPE Federal Police offer a Watch Scheme? 

If you are going to be away for an extended duration and would like them to drive by your home to ensure all is OK, please pop along to the Community Corridor to complete a ‘Police Watch Scheme Form’.

This is a brilliant service with Halloween coming up!

Defence Children Services: New information on school admissions and education to Service families

 

Defence Children Services and Education Advisory Team (UK) have released some new information for Service families. This includes guidance about key dates related to school admissions which are coming up; the first of these is October 31st for families who have a child due to start secondary school in September 2025. There are also leaflets explaining the support available from EAT (UK) and the Overseas Education and Supportability Team (OEST):​

Letter for families

Top Tips Information sheet with some FAQ

EAT(UK) leaflet

OEST leaflet

​DCS also has a new website with comprehensive information for Service families: www.dcs.school

ONLINE: Spooky Science Art Session for Under 11s, Saturday 19th October 2024, 12:00-13:00

 

All Together is a separation club for Military Children, part of that programme is All Together ONLINE! A series of exciting, live, online events aimed at Military Children under 10 who have a parent away from home for whatever military reason. Everyone from the military community are welcome to join. Click Here for more information or to book

SHAPE: Zombie Run, Saturday 19th October 2024

Get set for Halloween with the Zombie Run on SHAPE on 19th October 2024 at 11:00.

This fun annual run takes place behind the CDC and is guaranteed to be a ‘scream!’. 

Open to all U.S. Military, SHAPE and NATO I.D. Cardholders. Children need to be registered with Child Youth Services. Under 5’s will need to be accompanied by an adult on the run.

Registration required by 18th October 2024 at Parent Central Services (new location, building 318, next to the International Library). Contact here: Register - Parent Central Services :: Chievres :: US Army MWR

Have a Spooktacular Time! 👻🎃

SHAPE: Bingo Night, Wednesday 6th November 2024

 Who’s for Bingo?

Pop along to the Brit Bar from 19:00m on Wednesday 6th November 2024 to buy your books. No need to pre-book. Eyes Down at 19:30. Good Luck!

SHAPE: Trivia Night, Tuesday 15th October 2024

Fancy stretching your Grey Matter with a Trivia Night?

Come along to the Brit Bar on Tuesday 15th October 2024 from 1930 to join in. No pre-registration required, Team size of 6 maximum but a teams can always be found if you are coming along without a planned team. Good Luck!

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Civil Service Job Vacancy for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners

 

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE- 404 - Service Delivery Officer, Bedford, Cosham and Luton
Job Description
Closing date: 29 Oct

GFIE- 405 - Service Delivery Officer, Matlock and Glossop
Job Description
Closing date: 29 Oct

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)