Welcome to e-AFV!

Air Force Village invites you to follow the latest happenings through e-AFV - an electronic newsletter filled with the facts you need to know about living in this nationally accredited military retirement community. More than 1200 retired and honorably separated officers from all military branches have selected Air Force Village. Unparalleled camaraderie, diverse social and recreational activities, educational opportunities, modern residences, superior amenities, and excellent health and wellness services and facilities reward your service to your country.

We hope you enjoy this edition of e-AFV, and we welcome your feedback. If there are topics you'd like to see addressed in future issues, let us know. Send an e-mail to keithevans@airforcevillages.com or call (210) 568-3205.

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See What is in Store for You

Hill Residences at Village I

Staggered on a hilly site near the heart of the campus, The Hill Residences apartments will showcase creative architectural design and quality construction.
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The Gardens at Village II

A stylish neighborhood of luxurious homes with a Texas ranch sensibility, walking trails, lush landscapes, spacious interiors and exquisite amenities.
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What Are You Waiting For?

The country's current economic situation has left many feeling apprehension about making the next move in their lives, whether it's financial or personal. One group understands better than most that life doesn't stop with a poor economy: retirees, like you, who've spent years working, saving and planning to enjoy a certain retirement lifestyle.
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Socializing to Age Successfully

Leaders in the field of aging use a variety of terms to celebrate older adults' capabilities, potential, and social and economic contributions. What they all say is staying active, vital, creative and continuing to live life - at any age - 20, 40, 80 and beyond, cannot be accomplished alone. Being socially engaged is critical to aging successfully.
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Meet Fred Ryder - Executive Director, Air Force Village II

For Fred Ryder, new Executive Director for Air Force Village II, it's the community's truly visionary spirit that he feels supports a strong competitive edge in today's market. "With Building on Success, we have a plan," he says. We're taking an excellent product and making it better. Many communities live in the present, but the leadership of Air Force Village is thinking and spending responsibly - for the long haul. I'm proud to be a part of it!"
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Six-Word Memoirs

Legend has it that Ernest Hemingway was once challenged to write a story in six words. He came back with, "For sale: baby shoes, never worn." Some say he called it his best work. Others dismiss the anecdote as a literary folktale. Either way, the six-word story was born, and it's been popping up around the writing world for years.
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Upcoming Events

Air Force Village Expansion Preview Luncheons

See a preview of Air Force Village's exciting Building on Success expansion program. We're adding exciting new dining, cultural and recreational amenities, as well as new state-of-the-art residences at both Village I and Village II. Plan to join us for lunch on one of these upcoming dates:

San Antonio Luncheons
Wednesday, August 26
Tuesday, September 22
Thursday, October 8
Wednesday, October 28

10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Air Force Village II
5100 John D Ryan Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78245


Washington, DC Luncheons
Friday, September 18
Thursday, October 8

10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

City Club of Washington
1300 I (eye) Street
Washington, DC 20036


Dallas Luncheons
Wednesday, September 30

10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cacharel
2221 E Lamar Blvd
Arlington, TX 76006

R.S.V.P. for yourself and a family member or friend by calling (800) 724-5771.

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Coming in September's e-AFV

The realities of the new residences coming to our campuses are exciting reasons to celebrate Building on Success at Air Force Village. Groundbreaking scheduled for Air Force Village I Hill Residences and The Mission Heath Center at 10:00 AM, October 15, 2009.

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