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TUESDAY MAY 22, 2018
Youth Center Talent Show Thursday, May 24 | 3:30 pm
Calling all future superstars! Put your talent on display at the Eglin Youth Center Talent Show. Youth Center members, ages 9-18, are invited to showcase their talents in the Youth Center Gym. All families are welcome to come watch the show. Admission is FREE! Eglin Youth Center & School Age Program 850-882-8212 or 850-882-8291
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MegaCon Orlando Trip
May 25-27
Pull those costumes from the closet because it's time for MegaCon Orlando! The Southeast's largest comics and gaming event attracts over 100,000 fans over a span of four days, and is the place to celebrate all things pop culture. Eglin ITT will provide round trip transportation to Orlando and two nights of lodging at Rosen Inn International Drive. Prices for ITT's transportation and lodging package are as follows: $140 per person for 4 people $160 per person for 3 people $200 per person for 2 people $315 for individual Event admission sold separately at
MEGACONORLANDO.COM/TICKETS
ITT | 850.882.5930
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Summer Reading 2018 "Reading Takes You Everywhere!" Register Now! | June 1 - July 31
Come and discover new worlds, explore exotic destinations, and go wherever your imagination can take you. By reading books and completing activities, participants can earn incentives, collect fun rewards, and possibly be the grand prize-winning "top reader" in their age group. SUMMER READING KICK-OFF PARTY - The Summer Reading Kick-Off Party will be held at the Library on Thursday, May 31 at 10 AM with a bounce house and other fun-filled activities & crafts. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - The Eglin Digital Library is looking for volunteers to assist with events and activities during the Summer Reading Program. If interested, please call 850-882-9309 or email eglinlibrary@gmail.com for details. Sponsored By: Eglin Federal Credit Union | ZT Motors of FWB | The Home Depot
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• Taekwondo Class: Ages 6-Adult
Win Big with Bingo Every Wednesday • 6 pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays • Youth: 4 - 5 pm | Adult: 5 - 6 pm
The Eglin Youth Center hosts Taekwondo Classes ages (6+) to come enjoy a FREE first session! Just show up in sweats and a t-shirt, bring a bottled water, and be ready to learn. Cost for continuing sessions is $50 per month; a family rate is available. Youth Center | 850-882-8212
• Tips for Federal Employment Tuesday, May 22 | 1 - 4 pm
Federal Employment Basics, providing resources to assist in a federal job search. Learn how to navigate www.USAJOBS.gov, manage your account, and analyze job announcements. Also get tips on how to tailor your federal résumé and avoid mistakes. Please register. A&FRC | 850-882-9060
• Toddler Time & Story Time
AGES 3-4: Tuesday • May 22 | AGES 0-2: Tuesday, May 29 • 10 am | Bldg. 2579
All Eglin children and parents are invited to a special time of reading and fun activities, hosted by the Eglin Digital Library. Toddler Time for ages 0-2 is held every first and third Tuesday of the month, and Story Time for ages 3-4 is held every second and fourth Tuesday. beginning at 10 a.m. Admission is FREE with no sign-up required. Sponsored By: ZT Motors of Fort Walton Beach Eglin Digital Library | 850-882-9308
• Bundles for Babies
Thursday • May 24 | 9 - 11:30 am
Eglin's Airman & Family Readiness Center invites expectant parents from all branches of service to a fun-filled "Bundles for Babies" workshop, where soon-to-be moms and dads can receive valuable guidance on budgeting for the baby(s), and information on helpful programs available to expectant families. Air Force families attending will also receive a bundle of baby essentials.
Win $3,500 to $5,000 cash weekly! Play is open to all ranks military and civilian, family members, and guests ages 18 and older. Bar Bingo starts at 6 p.m. and early bird games begin at 6:30 p.m., with regular play beginning at 7 p.m. If you're already a regular player, bring along a friend who's not a current bingo player, and you'll receive a FREE 15-game pack! Bayview | 850-651-1010
Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage
Thursdays • June 7, 14, 21 & 28 11:30 am - 1 pm | Chapel Center
Eglin's Airman & Family Readiness Center will present "Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage" as a 4-session workshop designed to help couples understand each other, communicate better, and improve their relationship. Workshop sessions will take place at the Eglin Chapel Center (Bldg 868) on the east side of base. Please call to register. A&FRC | 850-882-9060
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A&FRC | 850-882-9060
• SAPI: Whitewater Rafting Overnight (3 SPOTS LEFT)
Depart: Saturday • May 26 | 9 am Return: Sunday, May 27 | 3 pm
Join Eglin Outdoor Recreation for a 2-day excursion near Columbus, GA, featuring whitewater rafting down the Chattahoochee River and overnight camping at the Uchee Creek Campground. All rafting and camping equipment is provided. Cost is $50 per person, and includes round-trip transportation and two meals. Outdoor Recreation | 850-882-5058
• Smooth Move
Due to mission requirements, the Fitness Center will be 24/7 ACCESS CARD ONLY ON
MONDAY, MAY 28
Thursday, May 31 | 9:30 - 11:30 am
Are you PCSing to a new base? Attend the Eglin Airman & Family Readiness Center's "Smooth Move" briefing, where representatives from Finance, Housing, Legal, TMO, and other base agencies will be on hand to provide useful information and answers to any concerns about your new move. Please call to register. A&FRC | 850-882-9060
• RecOn: Cypress Springs Eco Tour (12 SPOTS LEFT) Saturday • June 2 | 7:15 am
This six-hour guided water adventure tour will take you down Holmes Creek to Cypress Springs. Once there, spend the day snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving or simply enjoy swinging off the rope! The cost is $25 per person and includes transportation. Minimum age to participate is 4 years old.
Please stop by the front desk to register for a 24/7-access card. You will need your base access card to register (CAC, Dependent, Retiree, or Contractor ID) Fitness Operations will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 29
Outdoor Recreation | 850-882-5058
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• RecOn: Zipline Trip
Saturday • June 2 | 8 am
Zipline Trip to Adventures Unlimited near Milton, FL.$25 per person and includes transportation, all adventures, and all equipment. Participants must weigh at least 70 lbs. and not more than 250 lbs. Outdoor Recreation | 850-882-5058
• RecOn: Sea-Doo Rental
Sunday, June 3 | 10 am, 11 am & Noon
ARAD Sea-Doo Rentals is offering an opportunity for 9 eligible individuals (plus one guest each) to enjoy a specially discounted rate for one hour of personal watercraft rental for only $10. A boaters safety license is required & pre-registration is required. Outdoor Recreation | 850-882-5058
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14 - STEM Hour at the Library 15 - Night SUP Glow Tour 20 - Dad’s 101: The Basics 20 - Education Fair 28 - Fireworks Speedboat Tour 27 - AF Voting Week
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