Weekly Update 05.12.21

FSS Events, Programs & Activities

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Art on the Spot!

Begins Monday, May 17 | 9 am - 4 pm Find your spot at the Eglin Library with its Art on the Spot program!

Pick up a paper circle from the Library, design it and return it to the Library where it’ll be displayed as part of a collaborative artwork in the youth area. All ages are invited to participate in this program as an ongoing part of the Summer Reading Program.

Contact or stop by the Library for more information!

(850) 882-9308

Virtual Military Spouse Event

Friday, May 21 | 11 am - 1 pm In celebration of Military Appreciation Month, join the Eglin Airman & Family Readiness Center for its Virtual Military Spouse Event! Don your best Kentucky Derby hat and join the festivities on Friday, May 21 at 11 a.m. Registration is required, so register online here!

Contact Suzette Ellington at (850) 882-9060 or suzette.ellington@us.af.mil for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS Movie Nights at Postl Point Fridays | 7 pm

Enjoy outdoor movies at Postl Point on Friday nights! Parking will accommodate up to 50 vehicles per show. Admission is FREE and open to all Eglin personnel and family members. Registration is required - make your reservation at www.signupgenius.com/go/odrmovies. Popcorn will be available while supplies last. (850) 882-5058

UPCOMING MOVIES:

• FRIDAY, MAY 14 - “Raya and the Last Dragon” (2021, PG, Family/Adventure) • FRIDAY, MAY 21 - “Moana” (2016, PG, Family/Musical) • FRIDAY, MAY 28 - “Good Burger” (1997, PG, Comedy/Family)

Quarterback Challenge Friday, May 21 | 4 - 6 pm

Are you the star quarterback at Eglin? Take part in the Eglin Fitness Center's Quarterback Challenge. All with base access are invited to compete on Friday, May 21 at the Fitness Field House turf field. Participants will navigate obstacles and throw footballs at targets to earn points. The top participant will win a prize! Contact Amn Saunders with any questions, and call or stop by the Main Fitness Center to register. (850) 882-6223

Amphibian Race Friday, May 28 | 7:30 am

Whether you’re faster by land or by sea, compete in the Eglin Fitness Center’s Amphibian Race! All with base access are invited to compete on Friday, May 28 at Postl Point. Participants will start the race on paddle boards and finish with a one-mile run. Registration is open from Monday, May 3 to Monday, May 24, and there is no cost to participate. The top male and female finishers will win a gift basket, and medals will be awarded to the second-place and third-place male and female finishers. Contact SSgt Lauren Knox with any questions, and call or stop by the Main Fitness Center to register! (850) 882-6223

Summer Reading Program: “Reading Colors Your World!”

June 1 - August 31 | Registration Opens Monday, May 24

The Eglin Library invites readers of all ages to participate in its annual Summer Reading Program! All ages are eligible to earn incentives for reaching reading goals. Register by stopping at the Library (Bldg 843, first floor) or going to www.eglinlibrary.com. In addition to participating in the program, Library patrons are encouraged to be creative, try new things, explore art and find beauty in diversity with fun take-home activities! (850) 882-9308 Thank you to Eglin Federal Credit Union and Publix for their support of this program!

Upcoming Airman & Family Readiness Center Courses Call (850) 882-9060 to Register!

• Hearts Apart Online Forum | Tuesday, May 18 | 10 am • Mastering the Job Interview | Tuesday, May 25 | 1 - 2:30 pm

Upcoming Outdoor Recreation Events * RecOn events are open to all Active Duty and Reserve Call (850) 882-5058 to Register! personnel and their family members.

• RecOn* Wakeboard and Waterski Trip | Saturday, May 15 | 8:30 am | $10 • Paddle Board Clinic*** | Sunday, May 16 | 1 pm | $20 • Dog Obedience Classes | Wednesdays, May 19 - June 16 | 5 - 6 pm | $75 • RecOn* Surf Lessons | Saturday, May 22 | 1 pm | $15 • Full Moon Kayak*** | Tuesday, May 25 | 7 pm | $20 • RecOn* Sunset Airboat Tour | Friday, May 28 | Time TBA | $15 • SAPI** Jet Ski Tour | Saturday, May 29 | 8:30 am | $25 • Night SUP Glow Tour*** | Sunday, May 30 | 7 pm | $20

**SAPI events are open to Active Duty and Reserve Component officers or enlisted members who are without a spouse, plus one guest. *** SPONSORED

BY: Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport TITLE SPONSOR & Publix

• • • • EGLIN PAID ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITES • • • • Contact Director of Commercial Sponsorship, Monica Herrera 850-882-8651 or sponsorship@eglinlife.com

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