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JBSA-Randolph • 4

JBSA-Lackland • 3

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston • 2

JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake

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Dress in German attire to receive an Oktoberfest pin

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JBSA-Fort Sam Houston

Bowling Center Bldg. 2521 • (210) 221-4740 or (210) 221-3683

Party PackagesBring your celebration, group meeting or team building to the Bowling Center. There are three available party packages and they are offered during regular operating hours at the Bowling Center. For more information, call (210) 221-3683 or (210) 221-4740.

Cosmic Bowling with DJOct. 6 • 5-10 p.m.Be sure to check out the Cosmic Bowling music and light show, which includes a live DJ. For more information, call (210) 221-3683 or (210) 221-4740.

Lunch Time SpecialsTuesday-Friday • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Head over for the Lunch Time Bowling Special and bowl for only $1.50 per game, per person with $2.75 shoe rental. For more information, call (210) 221-3683 or (210) 221-4740.

Equestrian Center Bldg. 3550 • (210) 224-7207

Riding LessonsBy AppointmentThe Equestrian Center offers horseback riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders in both English- and Western-style riding. Therapeutic riding lessons are also available and taught by certified instructors. Horses, saddles and tack for lessons are provided if needed. Patrons must be at least seven years old. The price is $60 per hour for a private lesson, $175 for five group lessons, $225 for five semi-private lessons and $250 for five private lessons. For more information, call (210) 224-7207.

Pony RidesSaturdays and Sundays ● 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The Equestrian Center offers parent-led pony rides for $10 for patrons ages 6 and younger. Adults must accompany their children and availability is on a first- come, first-served basis. For more information, call (210) 224-7207.

Fitness Centers

Central Post GymClimb the StepsDuring the month of September, patrons are encouraged to use the Stepmill machines to race up the facilities listed below: This is a free event to be completed in the Central Post Gym.Week 4, Sept. 24-28: Willis Tower, 2109 steps

Army 10 Miler Shadow RunOct. 7 • 7 a.m.The Army 10-Miler Shadow Run starts at the Central Post Gym. This race gives the runners the option of running either a 5-mile or a 10-mile route. This race is free and open to all authorized DOD ID cardholders. For more information, call the Central Post Gym at (210) 221-3593.

Golf Course 1050 Harry Wurzbach • (210) 221-5863 or (210) 222-9386

Warrior Golf Scramble Oct. 5 • 12:30 p.m.Golfers are invited to play in the monthly Warrior Four-Person Scramble. The cost is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers. The fee includes green fee, golf cart, prize money and social after the round. For more information, call the Pro Shop at (210) 222-9386.

Youth GolfThe JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Golf Course has several programs for youth including a PGA Junior League and one week golf camps. Kids receive a free set of clubs when attending a one week camp. For more information, call (210) 222-9386.

Harlequin Theater (210) 222-9694

“Groove” by Shawn KjosNow through Oct. 13“Groove” is a high-energy music revue featuring the sound and soul of the late 1960’s. “Groove” features music writ-ten and performed by legendary artists including Simon & Garfunkel, Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, The Beatles, The Mamas and the Papas, Jimi Hen-drix, Chicago & Janis Joplin. This Harlequin performance is proudly sponsored by THE GUNN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP. No federal endorsement of sponsor intended. Make your reservations today. Come as a group and save! To make reservations, call (210) 222-9694.

Military & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 2797 • (210) 221-2705 or (210) 221-2418

Trails & Tales Guided TourSept. 28 ● 8-11 a.m.Fort Sam houses the largest collection of historical buildings in the DOD. Learn about the installation's rich history during a guided tour. Due to limited seating, registration is required. To reserve a seat, call (210) 221-2705.

Submit a Community Service ProjectApplications Due: Sept. 28 JBSA organizations and mission partners are encouraged to submit a community service project for Make a Difference Day, Oct. 27, to promote civic engagement. For more information, call the JBSA Volunteer Coordinator at(210) 221-2705.

Lunch n' Learn with EFMP - Disability EmploymentOct. 10 ● 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness month, the Texas Dept. of Assistant & Rehabilitative Services will discuss services offeredthrough the Texas Workforce vocational rehabilitation and utilizing Schedule A to obtain a federal job. Civilian Personnel, Goodwill and Lighthouse for the Blind will also be on-site.

Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 2797 • (210) 295-7577 or (210) 295-7529

Fort Sam HoustonEquipment RentalThe Outdoor Equipment Center has equipment rentals for everyone, to include camping, water fun, fishing boats, speed boats, sports and party equipment. In addition, equipment rental has a Resale Car Lot. For more information, call (210) 221-5224 or (210) 221-5225.

Sam Houston Community Center Bldg. 1395 • (210) 808-6262

CateringFall is here, which starts the countdown for all the holidays, so let the Fort Sam Houston Community Center cater all your celebrations! We have everything needed to make all occasions special to include great menus and wonderful decorations. Our skilled and dedicated staff work hard to ensure every event is a huge success! For more information or to book an event, call (210) 808-6262 or (210) 808-6263.

Information and Ticket OfficeLocal AttractionsPurchase discounted tickets for local attractions, including the San Antonio Zoo, Buckhorn & Rangers Museum, Mirror Maze/Laser Vault, Laser Quest, ZDT Amusement Park, Ripley’s Believe It or Not®, Natural Bridge Caverns and Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch at ITT. In addition, ITT has discounted tickets for SeaWorld® San Antonio and Six Flags® Fiesta Texas.

Youth Programs Bldg. 1630 • (210) 221-3502

PATCH/CHAFEE Youth CenterTeen Movie TripSept. 28 • Time TBDTeens, ages 14 and older, are invited to attend an evening at the movies. Space is limited and a permission slip must be turned in by Sept. 26. The trip is free but youth are responsible for purchasing their movie snack.

4H National Youth Science DayOct. 3 • 4:30 p.m.Youth Programs is celebrating 4H National Youth Science Day in October! By hosting the 4H National Youth Science Day using “Code Your World” that teaches kids to apply computer science to the world around them through hands-on activities that bring coding to life. Youth interested in drones, science or engineering are invited to meet the challenge!

Middle School Lock-InOct. 5-6 • 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.Hang out all night for a fun time with games, music, good food and a trip. The cost is $15 per youth and a permission slip is required. Sign up deadline is Oct. 3. For more information call (210) 221-3630.

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JBSA Lackland Outdoor Recreation

Bldg. 871 • (210) 925-5532

Get Prepared for the Holiday WeekendColumbus Day weekend is just around the corner and Lackland Outdoor Recreation has a wide assortment of equipment to celebrate the upcoming holidays! Why pay a hefty charge for a hotel room? Choose from their fine selection of eighteen to twenty-six foot camper trailers and take the family out for a memorable excursion. Their various camper trailers can accommodate five to eight people. Planning a family cookout instead? Practice grill-mastering skills with a Weber Grill or towable smoker. Outdoor Recreation also has a vast variety of sports and games including corn hole, horseshoes, giant Jenga® and more to keep friends and family entertained. If boating is of more interest, then rent one of their boats and hit the open water! They have fishing boats, large and small pontoons, ski boats, and saltwater fishing boats on site. Holiday rates apply.

Skylark Bowling Center Bldg. 6476 • (210) 671-1234

Weekly Bowling SpecialsMonday • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Cost is $1 per game, per person and $1 for shoe rental.

Tuesday • During normal operating hoursBowl three games for $5, which includes rental shoes.

Wednesday • During normal operating hoursCost is $1 per game, per person and $1 for shoe rental.

Youth Programs Bldg. 8420 • (210) 671-2388

Give Parents a Break/Parent Night OutSept. 28 • 6-10 p.m. Youth Programs and the Child Development Center give parents a much needed break through the Give Parents a Break or Parents’ Night Out program. The cost is $25 per child with a multiple-child discount or free with Give Parents a Break referral. Deadline to register is Wednesday prior to program date and a minimum of eight participants is required for the program to be held. To register for children ages 5-12 call, (210) 671-2388 and to register ages 6 weeks to 4 years, call (210) 671-3675.

Worldwide Day of PlaySept. 29 • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.The Worldwide Day of Play is an annual free event designed to encourage youth to put down the television remote and get active, especially outdoors and with fun interactive games. Put away the electronics, grab a friend and come out for a fun time for youth ages.

Instructional ClassesYouth Programs offers a wide selection of classes for youth of all ages to include tumbling, gymnastics, guitar, piano, tang soo do, karate and dance lessons. Classes are held in bldg. 8210, but registration takes place at Youth Programs Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (210) 671-2388.

Gateway Fitness CenterFree TRX ClassTuesdays and Thursdays • 10 a.m.This is a non-impact circuit class using body weight. For more information, call (210) 671-1348.

Kelly Fitness CenterZUMBA®Tuesdays and Thursdays • 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dance the extra pounds away in this fast-paced and fun class. The cost is $2 per class payable by cash or check at the front counter.

Medina Fitness CenterBattle Rig Circuit ClassMonday and Tuesday • Noon and Thursday • 3 p.m.Medina Fitness Center is home to the Alpha Warrior Battle Rig, brought to you by the designers of the obstacle courses seen on American Ninja Warrior! This circuit class is led by our certified instructor and provides an enjoyable challenge for all. The best part is that these classes are Fitness Improvement Plan approved and completely free! No registration is necessary so stop in and prove you’re an Alpha Warrior.

Gateway Club Bldg. 2490 • (210) 645-7034

Fiscal New Year PartySept. 28 • Lone Star Lounge • 5-10 p.m.This year is in the books, as far as government finances go. Let your hair down and shake it out to music featuring DJ Tony Style. Admission is free. For more information, call (210) 645-7034

Night Life at the ClubVariety Night; 5-11 p.m.The Gateway Club hosts Variety Night as DJs play a wide variety of music. Relax in the lounge or enjoy the weather out on the patio with pool tables and big screen TVs.Oct. 5: DJ LJU

Lunch BuffetTuesday – Friday • Salad BarTuesday • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • MexicanWednesday • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • PastaThursday • 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. • SouthernFriday • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Asian

Gateway Hills Golf Course Bldg. 2901 • (210) 671-3466 or (210) 671-2517

Fall Classic Golf Tournament Oct. 6 • 8 a.m. shotgun startSign up for this individual stroke play tournament by Oct. 3. The cost is $20 per player plus green fee and cart rental. This is a single cup point event.

Thursday Steak NightsTake a break from the kitchen on Thursday and dine at the Green Side Grill. Dinner is served from 4-7 p.m. or until the steaks run out! Make reservations before noon on Thursday and pay $15 or after noon on Thursday and pay $17. Meal includes steak, potato, vegetable, dinner roll, dessert and a fountain drink. For reservations, call (210) 671-2006.

Information, Tickets and Travel Bldg. 5506 • (210) 671-3059

Wicked TicketsSept. 26-Oct. 14ITT has tickets for Wicked, the Broadway play, at the Majestic Theater ranging in price from $59.50 to $169.50 based on seating and show times.

Mala Luna Music FestivalMala Luna Music Festival is back this year Oct. 27-28 at the Nelson Wolff Stadium parking lot. The Mala Luna Musical Festival mixes national headliners with local talent for a unique experience of hip hop and electronic dance music while embracing San Antonio’s rich Mexican heritage. Two-day general admission tickets are available at JBSA-Lackland ITT for only $100. Please check their Facebook page at JBSA-Lackland Information Tickets & Travel for the complete line up or go to malalunamusicfestival.com.

Phantom of the OperaDec. 6-16ITT has tickets for Phantom of the Opera, the Broadway play, at the Majestic Theater ranging in price from $59.50 to $169.50 based on seating and show times.

Library Bldg. 6114 • (210) 671-2678

Children’s Story TimeTuesdays • 10-11 a.m. • ages 1-5 yearsStory time includes books, songs, rhymes and movement activities, which helps reinforce a love of learning.

Military & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 1249 • (210) 671-3722

Build a BudgetSept. 27 ● 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.A budget and spending plan can help identify signs of impending financial challenges. Learn how to create an effective spending plan that integrates income, savings, expenses and debt.

EFMP Support Group - Secondary DependenceSept. 27 ● Noon to 1:30 p.m. Learn about secondary dependence, who qualifies, and how to submit an application. This workshop is held at CAMP, bldg. 3850.

Moving out of the DormOct. 1 ● 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Review Basic Allowance for Housing, associated costs of renting and how to create a budget during this class.

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Bowling Center Bldg. 870 • (210) 652-6271

Strike ClubSaturdays • 6-10 p.m. Come party at the Strike Club. It features cosmic lights combined with newly installed LED Center Punch Deck Lighting, LED lane capping and three 118’ projection screens playing music videos.

Columbus Day Bowling SpecialOct. 6-7 ● Normal Operating HoursCome to the JBSA-Randolph Bowling Center on Columbus Weekend (Oct. 6-7) to celebrate the holiday. Enjoy the “Bowl One Game, Get One Free” special or bowl at the special bowling rate of $2.75 per game, per person with $2.75 shoe rental (excludes Saturday Strike Club). Bowling Center is closed on Oct. 8, Columbus Day.

Community Services Mall Bldg. 895 • (210) 652-5142

Texas Renaissance FestivalSept. 29 through Nov. 25The Texas Renaissance Festival is one of the nation’s largest, most acclaimed renaissance theme parks where the sights, sounds, tastes and beauty of the 16th Century come alive. Head to this festival to enjoy one of the most enchanting events you will ever experience. Stop by ITT in the Community Services Mall, bldg. 895, for more information.

Fall Framing SaleOct. 1-31 • Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Come to the Frame Shop at the Community Services Mall and receive 25% off select frames during the Fall Framing Sale. An experienced framer helps design and perfect artwork for homes and offices. Orders can’t be placed after 4:30 p.m. and estimates cannot be provided over the phone. For more information, call (210) 652-2788, opt. 3.

. JBSA Recreation Park @ Canyon Lake (830) 964-3576 or (800) 280-3466

Enjoy Texas' Great WeatherThe season to enjoy all of the water recreation activities like boating and swimming will not be around much longer so come out to stay at the park in one of our many lodging facilities and give the family one last chance to make summer memories. This summer new boats and towable toys were purchased so come on out and give them a spin. Hancock Cove Marina is open year round for guests’ enjoyment. Make a reservation via email jbsamarinasuper@gmail.com For more info, please call (830) 226-5357 or 1-800 280-3466.

Kendrick Club Bldg. 1039 • (210) 652-3056

Bingo ProgramBingo takes place every Sunday and on Saturday, Oct. 13 & 27 at 3 p.m. Bingo is played Monday–Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Ballroom. Tuesdays, Wednesday and Saturday Bingo players are eligible to participate in the special monthly drawing for prizes

JBSA Randolphsuch as a designer purse, TV, etc. Ask the Club staff for more details on the monthly prize. Admission is free for members and nonmembers pay $10. Members have the chance to win the full jackpot and nonmembers can win a half jackpot.

Bingo ExtravaganzaOct. 1 & 15$15,000 in total bingo jackpots, with a complimentary buffet at 5 p.m. and Early Bird bingo at 6 p.m.

BingoBingo takes place every Sunday and on Saturday, Oct. 13 & 27 at 3 p.m. Bingo is played Monday–Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Ballroom. Tuesdays, Wednesday and Saturday Bingo players are eligible to participate in the special monthly drawing for prizes such as a designer purse, TV, etc. Ask the Club staff for more details on the monthly prize. Admission is free for members and nonmembers pay $10. Members have the chance to win the full jackpot and nonmembers can win a half jackpot.

Birthday Bingo Oct. 17Patrons are invited to celebrate their birthday at the Club and receive a complimentary bingo machine and cake! Randolph Club members only. ID and club card required.

Library Bldg. 598 • (210) 652-5578

Story TimeWednesday • 10 a.m.Story time takes place every Wednesday at the Library. In addition, at 10 a.m. on Sept. 26 the Library has a special guest from Parent to Parent who will offer a special craft. Story time is for the whole family, however, a parent or caregiver must be with child.

Military & Family Readiness Bldg. 693 • (210) 652-5321

USAJOBS Navigation & Federal Resume WritingSept. 27 • 8:30-11 a.m.Learn how to create a federal resume and navigate the USAJOBS website. To register, call (210) 652-5321.

How to Financially Survive the HolidaysOct. 4 ● 10-11:30 a.m.It's easy to get carried away with spending during the holidays. Discover ways to save and avoid starting off the New Year with new debt.

Role Reversal: Caring for those who Cared for YouOct. 11 ● 9 a.m. to NoonRepresentatives from the Alamo Area Council of Governments, Bexar Area Agency on Aging will discuss resources to help care for an aging parent, both locally and long-distance. Learn about humanitarian reassignments, secondary dependency, TRICARE for Life and more.

Parr Club Bldg. 500 • (210) 652-4864 or (210) 658-7445

Auger NightsOct. 19 • 5 p.m.Join the party at the Auger Inn for “old school” camaraderie, free light refreshments and great music from the Guilty Party Band. Meet your neighbors, folks from other squadrons and leadership. No cover to join the fun!

Rambler Fitness Center Bldg. 999 • (210) 652-7263

Three-Mile Wing Man RelayOct. 16 • 7:30 a.m.Get a team mate and head to Eberle Park for the three-mile relay. The first team member must complete the 1.5-mile run route in order for the second team member to start running the next 1.5-mile.

Oktoberfest Fitness CelebrationOct. 20 • 7:30 a.m.Celebrate fall and get a jump start on those holiday calories at the fitness celebration at Heritage Park. There is a 5K for runners/walkers and 1.5 mile run/walk for young athletes and their parents who would like to participate together. Bikers have not been forgotten---the 10K bike ride starts after the 5K run is completed. Enjoy the fall weather while getting fit with family and friends. This is sponsored by Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union. No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

Randolph Oaks Golf Course Bldg. 1300 • (210) 652-4653

Ping Custom Club Fitting AvailableRandolph Oaks is a certified Ping Custom Club fitting Pro Shop. To schedule a personalized fitting with Clay, call (210) 652-4653. Custom fitting for other clubs is also available.

Youth Programs Bldg. 584 & 585 • (210) 652-3298 or (210) 652-2088

Worldwide Day for PlaySept. 27 • 4-5:30 p.m.Join Youth Programs for Nickelodeon’s annual “World-wide Day of Play.” This special event is designed to influence kids to turn off their television and be active, healthy and have lots of fun.

Open Recreation Membership CardsDon’t forget to renew Open Recreation membership cards. Club members, youth ages 9-18, can participate in clubs, activities, or Open Recreation throughout the year. Check out the preteen game room or the Teen Zone, attend a club meeting, or join in for some leadership activities. (Does not include instructional classes, league sports, or School Age Care Programs). Open Recreation membership is $40 per year.