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The 28-lane, contemporary bowling center has specialized seating allowing groups to socialize with friends and family. There are bumpers for the little ones and glow-in-the-dark bowling.

The Epicenter is a true all-hands entertainment megacomplex for the en joyment of the entire Great Lakes com munity.

regular basis with comedians, bands, DJs, pay-per-view events and other special happenings throughout the year. For hours and scheduled events, go to mwrgl.com. Bowling The 28-lane, contemporary bowling center was designed for comfort and enjoyment for everyone.

1 The 28-lane, contemporary bowling center has specialized seating allowing groups to socialize with friends and family. There are bumpers for the little ones and glow-in-the-dark bowling. MWR picenter offers fun spot for winter weather escape MWR Escape from the cold and head inside to the Epicenter for indoor winter fun. The Epicenter is a true all-hands entertainment megacomplex for the en joyment of the entire Great Lakes com munity. The facility features a 28-lane bowling center, Legends Sports Club, a movie theater, Spinz restaurant, amusements, billiards as well as live entertainment (Live@525), which is programmed on a regular basis with comedians, bands, DJs, pay-per-view events and other special happenings throughout the year. For hours and scheduled events, go to mwrgl.com. Bowling The 28-lane, contemporary bowling center was designed for comfort and enjoyment for everyone. Bowlers may customize their lane for a personalized experience by selecting from a variety of scoring environments and game options to make it truly unique. The seating arrangement allows groups to socialize with friends in style. There are bumpers for the little ones and glow-in-the-dark bowling for everyone. Legends Sports Club It is the place to go to unwind and meet friends or watch all of those favorite sporting events on one of 11 TVs. The club derived its name from the many Hall of Famers who have played at the Naval Station Great Lakes. The walls are adorned with photos and information of the athletes, as well as vintage sports equipment. A Patio Bar is open during the spring and summer months, complete with full bar service, live entertainment, a jukebox, TVs, games and comfortable seating. Movies This 175-seat state-of-theart movie theater offers a high quality viewing and sound experience for a truly en joyable experience for everyone. Plus, the comfortable, cushioned seating is an added benefit. The Navy Motion Picture Service provides the theater with first-run movies at affordable prices. Visitors may enjoy Spinz food or concessions-area snacks. The movie schedule is available on the app (search Navy MWR Great Lakes) or call the Scoopline at , ext. 128, for current listings. Spinz Restaurant The on-site franchise Spinz offers handcrafted specialties of pizza, wings and burgers including a grab-and-go deli area and made-to-order Panini sandwiches for pickup, delivery or dine in. Go to the online Dine On The Go mobile app to order food or call Spinz also provides free delivery on the main base. Spinz hand crafted foods has an option for any craving. It s a new spin on food. Published monthly by PlanitLakeCounty.com Stay informed about Naval Station Great Lakes Happenings! Search for MWR Naval Station Great Lakes GreatLakes.com

WHAT S INSIDE Epicenter 8 Community Recreation 5 Community Recreation Tickets and Travel 4 Fitness Center 11 LIBERTY/The LOFT 2 Library 7 Marina 7 Port O Call 9 Samuel Adams Brewhouse 9 Sports &

Hawkins Installation Program Director: John Prue Marketing Manager/Editor: Chris Mohr LIBERTY THE LOFT Bldg. 2A, 847-688-2214; 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sun., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4 to 9:30 p.m. Mon.

Special events, workshops, tournaments, trips and more are scheduled on and off base each month, offering a variety of Liberty programs and activities.

2 WHAT S INSIDE Epicenter 8 Community Recreation 5 Community Recreation Tickets and Travel 4 Fitness Center 11 LIBERTY/The LOFT 2 Library 7 Marina 7 Port O Call 9 Samuel Adams Brewhouse 9 Sports & Aquatics 10 Veterinary Treatment Center 7 Willow Glen Golf Club 6 Youth Center Commanding Officer: Captain James D. Hawkins Installation Program Director: John Prue Marketing Manager/Editor: Chris Mohr LIBERTY THE LOFT Bldg. 2A, ; 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sun., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4 to 9:30 p.m. Mon. to Thurs., 10:30 a.m. to midnight Fri., 9:30 a.m. to midnight Sat. The Liberty Program is for enlisted personnel, E-1 through E-6. It is based out of the Loft Recreation Center. Special events, workshops, tournaments, trips and more are scheduled on and off base each month, offering a variety of Liberty programs and activities. The Loft is a contemporary facility, featuring free activities, such as billiards, Ping Pong, foosball, air hockey and shuffleboard. Plus, there are music rooms stocked with guitars, drums and keyboards. The facility also has a computer lab with free Wi-Fi. The Pick and Play Rooms provide a library of more than 700 movies and nearly 300 video games for students to watch and play for free. The Loft also offers a huge video arcade, a snack bar and a mini movie theater with a 120-inch projection screen. The Great Room equipped with 42-inch flat screen LED televisions, couches, tables, chairs, board games and free books and coffee offers a place to relax or study. The Loft is an alcohol- and tobacco-free facility. Electronic Mailing Procedure If you would like to receive the Fun Times via your computer, send a blank to FunTimes-subscribe@list.mwrgl.com to get an notice and a download link as soon as each month s issue is available. This is a great way to keep up with all the new happenings at your MWR. Sign up today. *The Department of the Navy does not endorse any company, sponsor or their products or services. The Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department s Fun Times is published monthly by Shaw Media, 1100 Washington St., Suite 101, Grayslake, IL , in the interest of military and civilian personnel aboard the Naval Station, Great Lakes. All commercial advertising is arranged at the office of the publisher, Shaw Media, 1100 Washington St., Suite 101, Grayslake, IL 60030, The Fun Times has a circulation of 16,500.

3 GREAT LAKES YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 8190, Forrestal Village, Boys & Girls Club of America and 4-H member The Great Lakes Youth Center offers before and after school age care, summer and holiday day camps, special events and youth and teen programming including open recreation and day trips. SAC and the youth and teen programs are affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club of America and 4-H. The Great Lakes Youth Center also offers youth sports and fitness programs, along with instructional and recreational classes and programs. Child Care Services Before and After School Age Care Reserve space for hourly care Parents Night Out is $16 and will be from 7 to 11 p.m. Feb. 9 for kindergartners to sixth grade at Youth Center. Registration deadline is Feb. 2. Youth & Teen programs Fun activities that foster character and leadership, health and life skills, the arts, sports and recreation, education and career development and technology. Youth Center is open from noon to 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Free swimming trip From 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Fieldhouse-Bldg. 440 (Indoor Pool) for ages 9 to 18; registration deadline is Feb. 22. Clubs Late Night Friday #WeOwnFriday Foodie Club Torch Club Keystone Club 4-H Club S.M.A.R.T. Girls Club Passport to Manhood Club Youth sports and activities All registered youth that are participating in the Youth Sports and Fitness Program must be signed in and out of the facility. Ages 3 to 9 must be signed in and See YOUTH, page 6 3

4 COMMUNITY RECREATION TICKETS AND TRAVEL Bldg. 400 (NEX Student Store), 847-688-3537; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. to Fri.

4 4 COMMUNITY RECREATION TICKETS AND TRAVEL Bldg. 400 (NEX Student Store), ; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. to Fri. The Community Recreation Tickets and Travel office has maps, brochures and general information available for local area attractions and events, as well as tickets for the local theme park, zoo, Chicago attractions and select live shows. Discount tickets also may be purchased at the office for national attractions such as Walt Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios and many others. Travel services are available to conveniently book airfare, cruises, all-inclusive vacations and more. Customers may visit Tickets and Travel to register for upcoming Community Recreation trips, programs and classes. More tickets are available: Hard Rock Cafe Chicago Discounted Meal Vouchers Walt Disney World Go Card Chicago Medieval Times Legoland Discovery Center Universal Studios Military discount resources MWR Airfare & Leisure Travel at greatlakesitt.mwrtvl.com Armed Forces Vacation Club at Tickets For a full listing of ticket offerings, visit Visit for information. blast Receive current ticket and travel promotions, offers and deals directly from the ticket office through an blast. To register, TicketsTravel-subscribe@list.mwrgl.com from any account or visit com. Find a quick link to sign up. BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR Volunteer.

OMMUNITY ECREATION ental Center, Bldg. 13, 847-688-5417, ommunityrec@mwrgl.com; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on. to Fri. and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat.

Programming is open to active duty members, dependents, retirees and Department of Defense civilians.

5 OMMUNITY ECREATION ental Center, Bldg. 13, , 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on. to Fri. and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat. Community Recreation encompasses recreational opportunities in the form of events, trips, activities and classes. Programming is open to active duty members, dependents, retirees and Department of Defense civilians. Preregistration is required for all trips and classes, due no later than noon a day before the event date, unless otherwise stated. Registration may be taken at the Tickets and Travel office, Bldg. 400, and the Rental Center, Bldg. 13. Winter rental items Winter rentals Cross country ski equipment Ski bibs and goggles Ice skates Hockey gear Ice fishing equipment Snow tubes and more 5 Please recycle your newspaper Don t forget, if you re traveling, whether official or leisure; make your lodging arrangements at a Navy Gateway Inns & Suites NAVY-BED Special Kids Day is a non-for-profit organization providing celebratory events for children with disabilities and their families in environments designed to accommodate their special needs. Our events are always free for the children and their families. To help our mission, donations may be made on our website For questions us at: info@specialkidsday.org

The Willow Glen Golf Club is home to a picturesque 18-hole layout that provides a challenge for all skill levels.

6 6 WILLOW GLEN GOLF CLUB Bldg (Golf Course, Pro Shop and Buckley s Restaurant), The Willow Glen Golf Club and Buckley s Restaurant will be closed until spring but will still be open for parties. The Willow Glen Golf Club is home to a picturesque 18-hole layout that provides a challenge for all skill levels. Practice facilities include a driving range with natural grass tee stations and a putting green. A clubhouse with a golf shop and a restaurant complements the golf course, making Willow Glen one of the finest facilities in the Navy. Private parties are still available throughout the winter. The setting is comfortable and attractive, and the service is exceptional. Contact the MWR Catering Office at to reserve Buckley s for your next event. Join list To keep informed of Willow Glen Golf Club events, visit willowglengolfnews-subscribe@list.mwrgl.com YOUTH Continued from page 3 out and accompanied by a parent or an authorized designee. Ages 10 to 18 are authorized and required to sign themselves in and out. Co-ed Youth Volleyball: Season starts Feb. 20 for ages 5 to 18. It costs $50. Register by Feb. 16. Preballet and Dance & Tumbling: The program will be from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 5 to March 19, for ages 3 to 6. It costs $35 for seven sessions. Registration is required by Feb. 2. Grade School Ballet, Tap and Interpretive Dance: The program will be from 5:35 to 6:20 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 5 to March 19, for ages 7 and older. It costs $35 for seven sessions. Registration is required by Feb. 2. Volunteers: The next training session will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 17 for volleyball. Training sessions will take place at the Great Lakes Youth Center. Youth Sports and Fitness needs volunteers for the ongoing sports leagues and programs. Stop by the Great Lakes Youth Center to pick up an application and sign up for training today. Sports programs that are offered: baseball, basketball, cheerleading, flag football and soccer. The registration fee is waived for the children of coaches. See more at

RIGHT: Winter boat storage is still available. The marina has room for both sailboats and powerboats of varying sizes. The boat storage fees are based on the overall length of the boat.

MWR VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY 305 A Street, Bldg. 43-H, 847-688-5740 (Appointments: Ext. 4); 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. and Wed., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tues. and Fri.

Located on Lake Michigan, the marina offers various services and amenities. In the boathouse is the Ship Store, which sells boating, fishing and hunting supplies, as well as licenses.

7 RIGHT: Winter boat storage is still available. The marina has room for both sailboats and powerboats of varying sizes. The boat storage fees are based on the overall length of the boat. Also available are services such as shrink wrapping and winterizing. There are openings for boat slips and dry storage for spring. Daily and seasonal launching permits also will be sold. MWR VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY 305 A Street, Bldg. 43-H, (Appointments: Ext. 4); 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. and Wed., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tues. and Fri. GREAT LAKES LIBRARY GREAT LAKES MARINA 7 Bldg. 13 (lakefront), ; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. to Fri. and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat. Located on Lake Michigan, the marina offers various services and amenities. In the boathouse is the Ship Store, which sells boating, fishing and hunting supplies, as well as licenses. Along the lakefront, there is an archery range, a beach and beach house, picnic areas and shelters, a 20-site RV park and prim itive campsites. The propane filling station is open. Winter boat storage and services also are available. Bldg. 617, ; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon. to Thurs., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fri. and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat. Children are invited to the library for stories and crafts at 10 a.m. Feb. 14. MWR Stock photo Clients may visit Veterinary Treatment Facility s team Facebook page for information regarding upcoming Saturday clinics. The Great Lakes Veterinary Treatment Facility welcomes you and your pet. It s open to all military, military retirees and family members with valid ID. VTF services Preventative wellness care Outpatient sick call exams One-stop shop for health certificates (domestic and international). The Veterinary Treatment Facility is closed on all federal holidays and Thursdays for training. To make an appointment or for information, call , ext. 4, fax at or vetclinic@mwrgl.com. If you get the answering machine, leave a message and we will call you back. For information, visit htm or facebook.com/greatlakesvtf. The Great Lakes Library offers a wide selection of items for check-out including books, audio books, DVDs and magazines, plus all the books featured in the Navy Professional Reading Program as well as college and career materials. Services available include computers with internet access, free wireless internet for personal devices, printing, copying and scanning Wednesday children s story time Stories and crafts will take place at 10 a.m. Feb. 14. Blind Date with a Book Spend Valentine s Day meeting a book. Stop in the library from Feb. 1 through 14 to pick up your date. Return the rate your date card by Feb. 23 to be entered in a prize drawing. Facility highlights Games, crafts and more: Chess, Scrabble, various board games and puzzles, building kits such as Snap Circuits and Goldie Blox, a Cricut machine and scrapbooking supplies are available. Online resources: Free resources through the Navy Digital Library such as music, magazines, foreign language learning, newspapers, ebooks and classes are available. Search the library catalog at AWE Early Literacy: Fun computer programs help develop skills in reading, math and other areas for prekindergarten through fourth grade.

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ORT O CALL BANQUET & CONFERENCE CENTER ldg. 140, 847-688-6946; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. SAMUEL ADAMS BREWHOUSE Bldg.

This banquet and conference center is the ideal place to host events as unique as the setting.

detail. Port O Call s commitment to service will make an event unforgettable. The event team provides quality catering at affordable prices.

9 ORT O CALL BANQUET & CONFERENCE CENTER ldg. 140, ; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. SAMUEL ADAMS BREWHOUSE Bldg. 140, The Port O Call Banquet and Conference Center offers a beautiful panoramic view of Lake Michigan. This banquet and conference center is the ideal place to host events as unique as the setting. Whatever the occasion a retirement, a change of command, a wedding reception or a training seminar the professional catering coordinators will help create a memorable experience, assisting with every detail. Port O Call s commitment to service will make an event unforgettable. The event team provides quality catering at affordable prices. Choose from selected menus or assist the planners for a customized banquet. The lower level meeting spaces are available for command use at no charge Monday through Friday when conducting official, single day functions such as training, military exams, safety 9 stand downs, ceremonies and briefs. Weekend and multiple day events will be charged based on established fees. Some conditions apply and advance notice is required. It s available to military and civilian personnel. Make an appointment to tour the facility and plan your event. Stock photo Sing at Samuel Adams Brewhouse in February during karaoke. Wednesday karaoke Karaoke is scheduled from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Feb. 14 and 28 at the Samuel Adams Brewhouse. Everyone is invited to come and sing their heart out at these fun-loving events. Do not miss it!

See SPORTS, page 11 10 WR SPORTS & AQUATICS Fieldhouse-Bldg. 440, 847-688-3419; 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon. to Thurs., 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. and Sun.

10 See SPORTS, page WR SPORTS & AQUATICS Fieldhouse-Bldg. 440, ; 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon. to Thurs., 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Battle of the Ships Dodgeball Tournament 9 a.m. Feb. 10 at Bldg. 4: This is a free one-day event. A command team must consist of members from either a school house, work place or a barracks unit. Rosters are due by Feb. 2 at Bldg Tournament coaches meeting will be at 5 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Fieldhouse. Captain s Cup racquetball tourney 8 a.m. Feb. 10 at Bldg. 4: This is a free one-day event. A command team must consist of members from either a school house, work place or barracks unit. Rosters are due by Feb. 2 at Bldg Tournament coaches meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Fieldhouse. Co-ed snowball softball tourney 8 a.m. Feb. 24 at Sports Complex: This is a free, one-day, one-pitch event. A command team must consist of members from either a school house, work place or a barracks unit. Rosters are due by Feb. 22 at Bldg Tournament coaches meeting will be at 5 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Fieldhouse. Greybeard Basketball tourney March 10 at Bldg. 440: This is a free league and is open to all eligible MWR customers for ages 30 and older. Rosters are due by March 8 at Bldg Tournament coaches meeting will be at 5 p.m. March 9 at Bldg Captain s Cup Bowling League April 9 at Epicenter, Bldg. 525: This is a free league. A command team must consist of members from either a school house, work place or barracks unit. Rosters are due by April 2 at Bldg League coaches meeting will be at 5 p.m. April 3 at Bldg Aquatics The indoor pool is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday for lap swim. Open swim is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. Private swim lesson appointments are available, but spots are limited. Contact the aquatics team for scheduling. American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 10. Registration will open Feb. 26. American Red Cross Lifeguard Class will take place from March 23 through 25 and will be the Blended Learning Format. Registration will open Feb. 26. Navy Wounded Warrior The Safe Harbor Program is the Navy s lead organization for

GREAT LAKES FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 2A, 847-688-5649; 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sun., 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fri. and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat.

11 GREAT LAKES FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 2A, ; 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sun., 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fri. and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat. The Great Lakes Fitness Center is a complete, state-of-the-art health and fitness center, designed to provide customers with personal, goal oriented, and professional service. Special features of the Center include a full weight room with 75 weight machines, 10,500 pounds of free weights, and a wide variety of cardiovascular equipment for your convenience. Enjoy a workout on high-quality equipment from the makers of Hoist, Star-Trac, FreeMotion, Lifefitness, E-Spinners and more. If you re new to the facility or want information, sign up for a free equipment orientation. Children ages 10 to 14 must do orientation before exercising and have parental supervision at all times. See the front desk or call for details. Group exercise classes: Pick up a group exercise class schedule at any fitness facility or online at navymwrgreatlakes.com. Command Physical Training: Attention Command Fitness Leaders, the MWR Recreation Specialists are specially trained to help lead Command PT. Personal training: Sign up for a free consultation with one of five certified professionals. 11 SPORTS Continued from page 10 coordinating nonmedical care of wounded, ill and injured sailors, coast guardsmen and their families. Providing a lifetime of individually tailored assistance designed to optimize the success of recovery, rehabilitation and reintegration activities. Contact safeharbor.navylive.dodlive.mil, navywoundedwarrior@navy. mil or Warrior Zone The Naval Station Great Lakes Warrior Zone, the west end of Courts Plus, Bldg. 4, has multiple pieces of equipment that can be used to break through your fitness plateau. Attend a class or hire a personal trainer. Certified instructors are on staff to help.

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March 2018 Fun Times - MWRGL.COM

March 2018 Fun Times - MWRGL.COM Photos by MWR The Great Lakes Marina is accepting applications for both wet and dry boat slips. The wet slips are available for 30 foot piers that include water and 30 amps of electricity. The dry slips