Indian Head MWR Highlights

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Indian Head Child & Youth

CDC 301-744-4458


CYP 301-743-5456

Teen Open Recreation

Open to ages 13 — 18 from 6:30 — 10:30 p.m. Contact the Youth Center for more information.

Youth Open Recreation

Open to ages 5 – 12 from 6:30 – 10 p.m. Contact the Youth Center for more information.

Indian Head Community Recreation Center

301-744-4850 or 301-744-4648

Storybook Yoga

Thursdays from 10:30 –11 a.m.

Let’s have fun with books, get energized and mimic nature and the world around us using our bodies. Open to children and their parents, grandparents and caregivers! Cost: Free

Backpack Giveaway

Aug. 28, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Back to School backpack giveaway and fun- includes a magic show, balloon twist, and more.

Shakes & Skates Day

Sept. 7, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Let’s kick-off the school year with a...ROLL and some tasty shakes. Bring your own skates or borrow ours! Skating rink opens at 4:30 pm until 8:15 pm. Makes this a fun family affair!

All Day Play-Doh

Sept. 15, 10 a.m. – supplies run out

September 16 is National Play-Doh Day. This is an opportunity for everyone, whether a child or simply young at heart, to celebrate this iconic modeling clay. We will have Play-Doh available for everyone between 10 am-5 pm. Drop-in to make your own colorful Play-Doh (pre-made, just add food color and take home, while supplies last) or hang-out to play and a creation to display.

Sciencetellers presents Pirates Lost at Sea!

Sept. 19, 5:00 p.m.

Ahoy! Set sail with us on a thrilling action-packed adventure about a crew of quirky pirates marooned on a desert island. With mutiny and high-tide looming, they must rescue their salty captain and find a way to build a new ship before all hope is lost . at sea! Explore the incredible science behind clouds, combustion, air pressure and more. Do not miss this refreshing nautical tale with a twist! All ages.

Peace Day: Tie Dye Shirts & Lava Lamps

Sept. 21, 5:30 p.m.

September 21 is known as the International Day of Peace! We are going hippie style with tie dye shirts and throwing in a STEAM activity of lava lamps. PLEASE NOTE: Registration is highly recommended for this event. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering.

Banned Book coasters

Sept. 27, 5:30 p.m.

Come celebrate Banned Books Week (September 24-30) by making easy DIY coasters to hold your drinks. PLEASE NOTE: Registration is highly recommended. Limited supplies and space!

Storytime Play Dates

Tuesdays at 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Parents grab a cup of coffee and mingle with other moms for play dates at the library. First 10 minutes will be a story, song, and a rhyme followed by free play time. For Toddlers and Preschoolers.

Pocono Whitewater Rafting in Pa.

Saturday, Sept. 2

Call 301-744-4850 for details and pricing.

Renaissance Festival in Crownsville, Md.

Saturday, Sept. 23, 9 a.m.

Call 301-744-4850 for details and pricing.

Build Your Own Burger Day

Sept. 18, 11 a.m.-1p.m.

Drop-in during your lunch break to grab a hamburger and add on the delicious toppings. It’s Five Guy but with an MWR twist.

Indian Head Globe & Anchor/ Tiki Bar

301-744-6487

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Indian Head Liberty Center

301-744-4524

Coffee and a Waffle Day

Aug 25

Coffee & Waffle Friday, all day while supplies last!

K.O. Saturday Night

Aug 26, (Time TBD)

Floyd Mayweather vs. Connor McGregor PPV Fight(TBA). Join us to watch the fight of the year on PPV or at the local Movie Theater. This event is (TBA).

N64 WCW vs. nWo

Aug 28, 6 p.m.

N64 WcW vs. nWo Tournament. Prize to Winner!

Dodgeball Tourney

Aug 30, 6 p.m.

5 on 5 Dodgeball Tournament. Prize to Winning Team. Sign Up at the Liberty Center.

Indian Head Stars & Strikes Bowling Center

301-744-4761

Games: Military $2.00/game; Civilian $3.00/game; Shoe Rental $1.00

Party Rental

Rent Stars & Strikes for your next celebration and let us help you throw a bowling bash that your guests will rave about! Cost: 2-hour rental prices are $60 for military and $70 for civilians. Price includes 4 private lanes, shoes, cosmic lights and a whole lot of fun!

Open Bowling

Fridays and Saturdays, 5 – 10 p.m.

Bored on the weekends? Look no further. Stars & Strikes Bowling Center offers open bowling on Fridays and Saturdays.

Lunchtime Bowling

Wednesdays, 11 a.m. –1 p.m.

It’s time to enjoy your lunch! Take a break from the office and unwind with a game or two of bowling! Want a quick bite while you play? Visit us online for the menu and to contact Stars & Strikes for more information.

Cosmic Bowling

2nd and 4th Saturday, 5 –10 p.m.

What glows in the dark and is too much fun to miss? Cosmic bowling at Stars & Strikes Bowling Center!

Bowling Leagues

Now Forming

Leagues will be made up of mixed teams of four and substitute bowlers for the upcoming season. Contact Stars and Strikes for pricing and information.

Indian Head Weight House Fitness Center

301-744-4661

Navy-Air Force Half-Marathon

Race Date: Sept. 17, starts at 7:00 a.m.

Online Registration Closes: Sept. 10,. Late registration will be accepted at packet pickup. Start/Finish Location: Washington Monument, 2 15th Street NW Washington, DC 20024. Race Distance: 13.1 Miles and 5 Miles Level: Beginner – Advanced

Register at http://www.navyhalf.com/registration

Navy Youth Swim Test

To attain full access to the Aquatics facility, including slides, diving board and other recreational activities, all youth, 17 and under, must successfully pass the Navy Youth Swim test. Must be able to tread water for a minimum of 60 seconds, jump into the deep end of the pool and return to the surface, swim one pool length (minimum 25 feet) unassisted and without rest using a recognizable swim stroke for the entire distance and exit the pool unassisted. For more information contact the Aquatics Center at 301-744-4616 or the Fitness Center at 301-744-4661.Adult Swim Clinic

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