MWR Highlights
Indian Head
Aquatics Center
540-653-8088
Cardboard Boat Regatta
August 11, 5 - 7 p.m.
Come out and try to build a sea-worthy vessel using only the approved materials, cardboard, duct tape and plastic sheeting. The event will encompass four divisions - all military, family (at least one adult), chief selectees and kids. Each team is required to complete two laps in the pool. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall. Cost is free. Eligible patrons include all with base access. For more information, please contact 540-653-8088.
Liberty Center
540-653-7277
Liberty Tug of War Game
August 10, 5 p.m.
Come out and play tug of war against your fellow sailors. Cotton candy will be provided to give you that sugar rush you need to win. For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
Liberty Virginia Beach Blast
August 18, van leaves at 8 a.m. from
the Liberty Center
Join us for a day of fun in the sun. Enjoy Virginia beach and the boardwalk all day long. Cost(s)/Price(s): FREE. Eligible Patrons: E1-E6 single/unaccompanied active duty Military. Register at the Liberty Center. For more information, contact 540-653-7277.
Cannonball Lanes Bowling Center
540-653-7327
80's Bowling Night
August 11, 6 p.m.
Retro music. Appropriate 80s attire is welcomed! Show us your best "Flock of Seagulls" hairdo! All patrons with base access are eligible. Standard rates. Register at Cannonball Lanes. For more information, contact 540-653-7327.
Craftech/ Hobby Center
540-653-7277
Acrylic Painting 101
Aug 13 - Sept 10, 4:30 p.m.
In this four-week Monday class learn the basics of landscape painting. Cost $75 includes all materials. Class size minimum of three, maximum of six. For more information, please call 540-653-1730.
Glass Etching
August 16, 4:30 p.m.
Create a unique piece of art with glass etching. Cost $25 includes all materials. Class size minimum of three. maximum of eight. For more information, please call 540-653-1730.
Indian Head
Aquatic Center
Summer Luau
August 24, 6 p.m.
Join us at the Pool and Autumn Fest Park for an evening of family fun! Pig roast, music, hula dancers, flame throwers, moon bounce and more. Live entertainment starts at 7 p.m. This event is FREE and open to all with base access.
2012 Sprint Triathlon
August 25 starting at 6 a.m.
at the Aquatic Center.
Are you up to the challenge? 400m Swim, 8-mile bike ride and 2.85 run. Awards will be given to the first male and female in each age group. $25 registration fee, open to all eligible patrons. Register by Monday, August 20 at the Fitness Center or Aquatics Center. Event is limited to the first 36 participants. For more information contact Megan Eicholtz at 301-744-4661.
Dive-In Movies
August 9
Pool opens at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at dusk. Bring a float and watch a movie in the pool. All movies are family friendly. Open to all eligible patrons. Event is free.
Liberty Center
Liberty Movie on the Court
August 24 at dusk
Liberty Patrons are invited join us for a movie on the barracks basketball court. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Movie starts at dusk. Event is free.
Missoula Children's Theatre presents Jack and the Beanstalk
The My Generation Youth Center is looking for budding actors and actresses who will be entering the 1st-8th grades to participate in a Theatre Camp and production of Jack and the Beanstalk. Camp will be held August 13-17 at the Youth Center. Auditions will be held on August 13, rehearsals and practice will be held each day starting at 10 a.m. Those selected must be available to participate every day. This event is free and open to all eligible patrons. Performances will be held on August 17 at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
Babysitting Course
August 14, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Interested in babysitting? All patrons age 13 - 18 are invited to join us for this free class on all the basics of babysitting. This class is open to all eligible patrons. Class will be held in the Conference Room in Bldg. D328 (the Gymnasium). Please register with the Youth Center by August 10.