Monday, June 1, 2026

DIO Families First Newsletter, published 29 May



The latest issue of the Families First newsletter, featuring the latest Defence housing news and updates, is now available on the Defence Homes website.

BELGIUM: The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, now on at SHAPE Players, Friday 5th to Sunday 7th June 2026

Have you seen SpongeBob the musical yet? There is still time to secure tickets from the SHAPE Players Box Office for this weekend. Find out what happens when a brainy squirrel meets a simple sponge and his starfish best buddy in Bikini Bottom Bay, before it is too late.

Will they be able to outwit the single celled organism & her sidekick and survive Mount Humongous? Come join us beneath the waves. 

WHAT: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION
WHO:
Presented by SHAPE Performing Arts School
WHERE:
SHAPE Performing Arts Centre – Building 207
WHEN:
5th June 19:00, 6th June 19:00 and 7th June 15:00
HOW MUCH:
€20 Adults and €15 Children/Students


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

SHAPE: Bingo, Wednesday 3rd June 2026, Eyes down 19:30

Bingo is back with week! Come along and try your luck with the numbers.


WHEN: Wednesday 3rd June 2026, Bar Open 19:00, Eyes Down 19:30
WHERE: The Britbar


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

SHAPE: SACEURs Cup, Tuesday 23rd June 2026, with additional Tennis throughout the month

Team GBR are now preparing for the next event in the SACEURs Cup...


...Racket sports! And we are looking for lots of willing volunteers to participate. 

The date for this event will be Tuesday 23rd June with the following sports being played:
  • Tennis
  • Badminton
  • Squash
  • Pickleball
  • Table Tennis
Tennis will also be played on Friday 5th, Friday 12th and Wednesday 17th June. Please get involved in this fabulous event.

Team GBR Needs YOU! Fancy a day out of the office? Get your name down with Anthony and Tammy.

If you are interested in joining in, please drop an email to Anthony.holt200@mod.gov.uk or tammypatt@yahoo.co.uk


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Brunssum: Street Jump Heerlen - Indoor Trampoline Park

 

Largest indoor trampoline park in Heerlen and the surrounding area. 40+ trampolines and 8 different areas.

You can choose to jump for 1, 1.5 or 2 hours.

SHAPE: Quiz Night in the Britbar, Tuesday 9th June 2026, 19:00

The Britbar presents the June Quiz hosted by the J8 Team. Come along and get quizzical you quizzie rascals!


WHEN: Tuesday 9th June, bar opens 18:30, Quiz starts 19:00
WHERE: The Britbar


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BELGIUM: Make-a-Wish Brit Cafe and Brit Bar Opening Times

It is Make-a-Wish this weekend. Be sure to start your Saturday right at the Brit Cafe with a Bacon Roll. Power up British-Style.


Tea and Coffee also available. Payment by Sum-Up or Cash. Brit Cafe open 06:30-10:00 Saturday morning.

The Pop-Up BritBar will also be open 12:00-22:30 Friday and 11:00-17:00 on Saturday. Cash and Sum-Up accepted.


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Brunssum: Consent form for travelling abroad with a minor

If you are travelling abroad with your child it's recommended that you have a Consent form for travelling abroad with a minor which is signed by the parent/guardian not travelling with the child.


You can either download and print a copy of this form here: Consent form for travelling abroad with a minor, or you can pick a paper copy up from the NSE (copies are on the Hive noticeboard above the radiator).

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

BRUSSELS: Social Drinks, Tervuren, Friday 19 June 2026

 

This month's Social Drinks is being held:

at: Den Engels, Tervuren
on: Friday 19th June 2026

All welcome, just turn up and join in!


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: Recruit for Spouses - Coaching and Mentoring Programme


Feeling stuck, unsure what’s next, or ready for a change? The RFS Coaching & Mentoring Programme connects you with an experienced coach or mentor who will support you to:
  • Gain clarity on your goals and direction
  • Build confidence in your decisions
  • Overcome barriers and take practical steps forward
  • Stay accountable and motivated
You’ll receive up to 6 free 1:1 sessions, tailored entirely to you.

Sometimes progress starts with a single conversation.

Sign up: 
RFS Portal

To register your interest in any of the RFS Opportunities, sign in to the RFS Portal on 
HERE 

Or email: info@recruitforspouses.co.uk  

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.