May2014

Celebrate Armed Forces Day Saturday, May 17

MAY

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

blissmwr.com

* Events subject to change without notice.

Info: www. blissmwr.com or facebook.com/blissmwr

DINNER AND A SHOW: History of the Buffalo Soldier

CELEBRATE ARMED FORCES DAY

MAY 2014

May 17 • Fort Bliss

Armed Forces Day Triathlon • 7am • Aquatics Training Ctr Take on the challenge of a 400-meter swim, a 15-mile bike route and a 5k run! The cost is $10 per person for active duty racers. For all others, the cost is $45 per person or $65 per team. Open to all. For deadlines and rules, visit blissmwr.com/intramurals. Info: 744-5794 Armed Forces Day Kids Run • 8am • Replica CDC Join us in a run honoring the children of our service members. The first 125 participants receive a free t-shirt. Info: 568-1568

$15/INDIVIDUAL Â $25/COUPLE reservations required · cash only at the door

a delicious cowboy cook-out · 5pm 3 craft beer or wine samples included a show written, directed & staged

by Bob Snead · 6:30pm

Featuring:

campfire, music and a meet and greet with bob sneed following the show

FRIDAY

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stick around and enjoy

craft beer & wine tasting

Bldg. 5054 · Pershing + Pleasonton Road

Info or reservations · 915-588-8482 frameworkshopelpaso.com

Tower Day • 10am-4:30pm • Tango Tower at Biggs Park Enjoy use of Tango Tower FREE in honor of Armed Forces Day. Open to ages 6 and up. All equipment provided. Info: 744-1532 Armed Forces Day Open House • 10am-5pm • Biggs Park This family-oriented event is free and open to the public. Many activities are planned, including MP working dog demonstrations, equipment displays, chili cook-off, car show, health fair and more.

Entertainment by the 1st Armored Division Band. Info: 568-4601 May 2 Biggs Laser Tag • 8pm • Biggs Park Who's afraid of the dark? Enjoy night laser tag for all ages. Admission costs $10 per person and includes equipment rental. Info: 744-1532 Dinner and Dancing • 5pm • Rod and Gun Club Spice up the night with an evening of dinner and dancing. The cost is $20 per person, drinks not included. Info: 565-4867 May 3 High Stakes Bingo • 4:30pm • Centennial Claim your share of more than $12,000 in cash and prizes – just in time to plan that summer vacation. Space is limited. Info: 744-1171 May 9 Military Spouse Appreciation Day • 9am-4pm • FRC Join us for some free fun. Indugle in some delicious treats and take part in one of several Zumba classes throughout the day. Info: 569-5500 Martini and a Manicure • 4:30pm • Centennial Pamper yourself! For just $10, kick off the weekend in style as you receive a manicure and one carefully crafted specialty martini. Info: 744-1171

May 10 Victorian Tea and Open House • 2-4pm • Old Fort Bliss Replica Invite mom to a lovely afternoon tea with delicous treats. The cost is $10 ages 10+, $5 ages 5-9 and under 4 eat free. Reservation required. Info: 568-8482 May 11 Family Day at the Wall • Noon-8pm • Soldier Activity Center Open to all climbers age 6 and older! Free for DoD ID holders, $3 for all others. Available on a first-come, first-served basis. Info: 744-1532 Breakfast with Mom • 8:30-11:30am • Rod and Gun Club Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. $6 for mothers, kids and seniors, and $12 for adults. No reservations required. Info: 565-4867 Mother’s Day Brunch • 10am-1pm • Centennial Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and elegance of the Centennial while dining on plates of delicious brunch favorites. Reservations required. Info: 744-1171 May 15 Bunco: Crazy Hat Night • 7pm • Pershing Pub Join us for an easy-to-learn, fast-paced dice game where you are sure to have a blast. Food, drinks, and prizes available. Open to all. Info: 781-6809 May 16 Right Arm Night • 4pm • Pershing Pub Mark your social calendars and come show your "right arm" how much you appreciate their service. Enjoy drink specials and snacks. Info: 781-6809 May 17 Mother’s Day, Bowl with Your Hero • Noon-6pm • Desert Strike Lanes Moms bowl one game free when accompanied by a child. Info: 568-6272 Family Camping • White Sands National Monument, N.M. The cost is $10 each/$35 per family, includes equipment rental and a dinner cookout. Purchase tickets at the Soldier Activity Center. Info: 744-1532 May 21 Wine Down Wednesday • 6pm • Pershing Pub Come paint, relax, drink and enjoy a night of creativity. The cost is $15 and includes supplies. Reservations required. Info: 569-6071 May 23-26 Ultimate Summer Expedition • Salida, Colorado The cost is $310 per person and includes rafting, climbing and ziplining fees, equipment and transportation. Reservations required. Info: 744-1532 May 24 Armed Forces Day Bowling Special • All Day • Desert Strike Lanes Active-duty in uniform bowl one game free. Shoes not included. Info: 568-6272 ONGOING EVENTS Wagon Trails Market • Fridays • 4-6pm • Old Fort Bliss Replica Coloring Contest • May 1-31 • Desert Strike Lanes Hamburger Photo Contest • May 1-31 • Samuel Adams Pub