U.S. Air Force Services launches official Arts and Crafts website (March 2, 2007) San Antonio, TX — U. S. Air Force Services is launching the first official website for the Arts and Crafts program. The website, www.af-artcrafts.com, will be used as a resource for Arts and Crafts customers to find information on their local center as well as tips for creative projects and auto hobby. “Arts & Crafts is proud to introduce a website that is specifically designed for the centers’ customers,” said Gary Lott, Air Force Services Agency marketing specialist. “This will offer them an opportunity to showcase their creativity and abilities, while providing them with valuable information on the program and tricks of the trade. When we designed this website we tried to keep our customers’ needs in mind, focusing on what tools they will need to continue improving in their craft. We are excited to introduce such an innovative resource for our centers and our consumers.” Part of an ongoing effort to develop the overall Arts and Crafts program, the website will provide a medium for customers to become interactive with their base center and view overall services and programs. Last year, the gallery website was launched showcasing more than 220 pieces of artwork and photography created by military personnel and family members from Arts & Crafts centers worldwide. The two sites will be conveniently linked together, offering customers a chance to see the online showcase as well as feature stories and creations from the centers. “Our goal in creating this website was to provide to our customers a two-fold service,” said Greg Trapuzzano, chief of the Arts, Crafts, Tickets and Travel Branch. “The first part of our mission is to offer an excellent resource for tips and stories from centers all over the world, the second part is to connect the entire Arts & Crafts community through one forum. We want Air Force military personnel and their families to be able to enjoy our services wherever they are and continue to develop their expertise in the hobby of their choice.” The website features something for everyone including artists, craftsmen, photographers and auto hobby enthusiasts. Divided into three sections entitled “exhibitions,” each “exhibition” links to a different aspect of the Arts and Crafts program. The first section will take the online user to the gallery website, the second section offers tips on creative projects, as well as updates on Arts and Crafts centers in bases worldwide and the third section is dedicated to auto hobby. Arts and Crafts supports five core programs among base centers including: resale, special events, Do-It-Yourself, instructional and fee-for-service. These programs provide a variety of services and products uniquely offered at each base. While program selection differs from installation to installation, the overall goal remains the same, to enhance the quality-of-life for military personnel by promoting their overall growth and development. The Air Force Services Agency (AFSVA) is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas and is a field operating agency of Headquarters U.S. Air Force Services, Washington, D.C. Formed during the reorganization of Morale, Welfare and Recreation Services functions in 1993, AFSVA supports the bases, major commands and Air Staff by fielding new initiatives, developing procedures and managing central support functions to ensure successful Services programs. A unit of AFSVA, the Directorate of Programs assists field activity managers in operating a variety of Air Force services. Its programming includes fitness, recreation, sports, libraries and information centers, child development and youth activities, entertainment, snack bars, amusement machine programs, logistics service, marketing and commercial sponsorship. For additional information contact the AFSVA at 210.652.4945 or visit www.af-artscrafts.com.
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