Beginning Saturday 7 June, Polar Pool will have new hours and a small price increase to help support the
11:15 AM–6 PM
2:15–6 PM
MONDAYS • 2 JUNE–25 AUGUST
TICKETS & TRAVEL
9497 20th • 907.753.2378
Photography Tours
ALASKA
PHOTO TREKS
INSTALASKA SMART PHONE TOUR
15 May–15 Sept • 10 AM
Ages (12+): $110
3–Hour Tour
TURNAGAIN ARM HIGHLIGHTS
15 May–15
Oct • 10 AM
Ages (12+): $190
4–Hour Tour
Surrounded by two mountain ranges and home to the highest tide variations in the United States, Turnagain Arm offers a breathtaking scenic journey just south of Anchorage.
Anchorage Trolley Tours Team
The Anchorage Trolley Tours team is made up of passionate local Alaskans who love sharing their home with visitors. From stunning views to local stories, they bring energy and authenticity to every tour, making each ride a memorable experience.
This diverse team includes students, professionals, and lifelong residents, all connected by a love for Alaska and a commitment to community. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for more, the Trolley Team is proud to be part of your journey.
ALASKA TRAIL GUIDES ANCHORAGE COASTAL CRUISE BIKE TOUR
1 May–30 Sept • 9 AM & 2 PM
Ages (10–14): $106
Ages (15+): $120
3–Hour Guided Bike Tour
• All gear provided
• Must provide height at booking
• 2–person minimum for all tours
ALYESKA TRAM
Date Specific
Ages (5+): $35
Movies
REGAL CINEMAS
DIAMOND & TIKAHTNU
Premiere Supersaver: $11
No Restrictions
Ultimate Premiere: $30
2 Tickets + $10 Concessions Gift Card
Brewery
BIG SWIG TOURS
ANCHORAGE BREW TOUR
Ages (21+): $160
4–Hour Tour
Explore Anchorage’s finest breweries with 14+ beer tastings, charcuterie boards, and 3 unique stops. Featuring King Street, Midnight Sun, Cynosure, or Turnagain Brewing.
1–HOUR TOUR
Ages (2–12): $12.50
Ages (13+): $25
2-HOUR DELUXE TOUR
Ages (2–12): $25
Ages (13+): $50
Alaskan Sights & Bites
CHOCOLATE & WINE TASTING
Ages (21+): $99
3–Hour Tour
Visit local artisans at a chocolatier, then continue on to our friends at a charming Anchorage winery.
WILDLIFE & BEER TOUR
1 May–30 Sept • 10 AM
Ages (under 21): $170
Ages (21+): $175
Half Day Tour – Scenic vistas, wildlife conservation, and the rich flavors of local cuisine and craft beer.
SPENARD FOOD & TRUE CRIME WALKING TOUR
2 May–30 Aug Fri & Sat Only • 2 PM
Ages (21+): $133
3–Hour Walking Tour – Explore the city’s seedy underbelly during its most notorious era.
BOWLING DOLLAR DAY
Thurs 5 June • 4–8 PM
Bring your friends, family, or coworkers and roll into the fun!
With $1 per game, there’s no better way to spend the day.
SHOE RENTAL: $3.99
JBER LIFE! MEMBERSHIP
BOWLING EXTRAVAGANZA
Sat 14 June • 1 PM or 4 PM
All JBER Life! members enjoy 90 minutes of FREE bowling —shoes included!
Plus, don’t miss your chance to spin the MOOLA Wheel for extra prizes and fun!
This is a first-come, first-served event, so be sure to arrive early!
POLAR BOWL
7176 Fighter Dr • 907.753.PINS
FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL
Sun 15 June • 1–6 PM
Celebrate Dad with a fun day of bowling! Enjoy games for just $3.19 each and shoe rentals for $3.99.
Every dad receives a special gift!
JUNETEENTH FAMILY DAY CELEBRATION
Fri 20 June • 4–8 PM
Enjoy 10% off your hourly rate in honor of Juneteenth.
SUMMER SOLSTICE SQUADS
Sun 22 June • 2:30 PM
$35.00 per squad (up to 4 bowlers)
Sign up: 6–20 June
Join us for a fun bracket-style tournament!
; Prizes for the top two squads ; Cash payout based on number of participants ; Minimum of 6 squads required
MONTHLY SPECIALS
SUNDAY FUNDAY PINS & PITCHERS
Sundays • 1–6 PM
Enjoy 90 minutes of strikes, spares, and two (2) pitchers of soda.
$44.99 / $49.99 per lane*
GAMES: $3.59 • SHOE RENTAL: $3.99
BOTTOMLESS BOWLING
Thursdays • 4–8 PM
All you can bowl for just $12.99 per person! SHOE RENTAL: $3.99
EAT & PLAY WEEKDAYS
Thursdays & Fridays • 12–2 PM
What goes great with lunch?
A FREE game of bowling!
Bring your Frost Bites receipt totaling over $5 (located inside Polar Bowl) to the front counter between noon and 2 PM on Thursday or Friday and enjoy one FREE game of bowling! Please note:
X Offer valid only in the same week the meal is purchased
X Limit one receipt/free game per day
X Shoe rental not included
WEEKDAY SPECIAL
Thursdays & Fridays • 12–4 PM
Bowl for just $1.29 per game, and grab your shoes for only $3.99!
Excluding Holidays
Birthday Parties at Polar Bowl!
CELEBRATE WITH US! Call 907.753.PINS for party details and rates.
MAD & SKILL GAMES
Thursdays
$24.99 per hour + $3.99 for shoes
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
$29.99 per hour + $3.99 for shoes
MUSIC–THEMED NIGHTS
Fridays • 7–10 PM
6 June: Techno Dance Party
13 June: Country Music
20 June: Latin Music Night
27 June: Classic Rock Night
SATURDAY NIGHT
NEON BOWLING
Saturdays • 5–10 PM
$15.99/person for 1–hr*
$18.99/person for 2–hrs*
$21.99/person for 3–hrs*
*Shoe Rental Included.
HyperBowling Lanes are not included.
RENT–A–LANE
Traditional Bowling
$21.99 / $26.99 per hour
HyperBowling
$31.99 / $36.99 per hour
SHOE RENTAL
JBER Life! Members: $3.99 Non-Members: $4.99
Make. Paint. Create.
JUNE ARTS & CRAFTS CLASSES
; Gain new skills—no prior experience required. ; We provide all materials.
Advance sign-up and payment are required.
ALCOHOL INK
CLASS
28 June · 10 AM • Ages 6+
Members: $40
Non-Members: $50
PICTURE FRAMING
11 or 25 June • 10 AM • Ages 12+
Members: $50
Non-Members: $60
You’ll learn how to cut mats, glass, and foam core, then assemble your materials into a precut frame.
Pick & Paint
Ceramics
Anytime, Any Age!
Drop in during normal business hours and choose from a variety of ceramic pieces starting at just $15. Each item includes glazes, shop fees, and firing—no hidden costs!
Don’t forget a 5x7 photo—it’ll be the centerpiece of your creation!
This class is required for DIY use.
Please note: The Frame Shop is closed on Saturdays. Only pickups are available.
Can’t make it in? No problem! Take-home Pick & Paint kits are available at no extra cost. Paint at your convenience, then return your piece for firing.
Need the perfect award for a PCS, retirement, or special someone?
We offer custom framing and engraving—most orders are ready in about a week!
CLAY HAND-BUILDING HALIBUT PLATTER
14 or 18 June · 10 AM
Ages 6+
Members: $40
Toddler Time Time
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10 AM
$5 per crafter
New toddler-friendly crafts each week — join the fun!
All ages welcome with guardian supervision.
9497 20th St • 907.552.8529 Aviation
Thurs 12 June • 1–2:30 PM
Fly into Fun at Aviation Day! Join us at Arctic Oasis for crafts, activities, and sunny smiles. Don’t forget your sunglasses!
JBER Life! Members-Only Event
SUMMER Fri 11 July • 6–8 PM
Register by: Thurs 10 July
Ages 18+ • $10
Grab your friends and join us for a fun evening of bingo, light snacks, and adult beverages! Open to JBER Life! members —summer surprises await!
3 Days of Fun, Laughter & Summer Cheer!
Thursday • 4–10 PM
Friday • 12–10 PM
Saturday • 11 AM–10 PM
FREE ACTIVITIES
Carnival Rides • Face Painting
Balloon Twisting • Magic Show
Petting Zoo
AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Carnival Games • Food Booths And More!
Sponsored
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Check out the Improved Child Care Search Page
Finding quality child care just got easier!
Explore your options on JBER and join the waitlist anytime, from anywhere. To get started, visit:
SCHOOL AGE CENTERS
Illa: 36100 Grady Hwy 907.384.1068
Ketchikan: 7163 11th St 907.552.5091
Illa SAC Safety Day
Wed 4 June • 4–5:30 PM
Open to all SAC enrollees and their families.
Get ready for a fun, interactive evening at Illa School Age Center! Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring hands-on safety activities, helpful tips, and a guest speaker presenting on key safety topics.
Come learn together, stay safe, and enjoy time as a family!
SUMMER
BREAK
Full-Day School Age Care 6 AM–5:30 PM Youth Centers CLOSED Until Further Notice
Open to enrolled School Age and Youth Center families.
STAY ACTIVE MAKE FRIENDS HAVE FUN
SAC Summer Camps
REGISTER TODAY! LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
Join the FREE summer camps at the School Age Centers! SAC kids will build valuable technical skills while learning about physical fitness, teamwork, effective communication, critical thinking, and equipment safety. Open to ages 5–12 yrs Registration required.
ILLA SAC
STEM CAMP 2–6 June
SOCCER CAMP 9–13 June
KETCHIKAN SAC
SOCCER CAMP 2–6 June
ARCHERY CAMP 9–13 June
Our Instructional Youth Gymnastics program is tailored for kids ages 18 months to 13 years! With classes for all ages and skill levels held at Arctic Oasis, it’s a fantastic way for your child to build confidence, improve coordination, and stay fit. Visit
Instructional Youth Music offers private lessons for nearly every instrument—perfect for beginners or those looking to sharpen their skills!
4 Lessons per Month Held at Arctic
1–7 June: Dinosaurs
6–14 June: Dads
15–21 June: Summer Solstice
22–28 June: Unicorns
29 June–5 July: USA
Join us for JBER Library’s
Bristle Bot Bonanza
Thurs 18 June • 2–3 PM
AGES 5–12
Build your own robot —and let it rip!
Registration required.
To sign up: Scan the QR Code or Visit: https://tinyurl.com/JBERLibrary
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTERS
Army Community Service: 600 Richardson Dr, Rm A139 •
Military and Family Readiness: 4984 & 4986 Zuckert Ave • 907.552.4943
Scan the QR code TO REGISTER for all events!
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FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR PCS
Mon 2 June • 9:30–10:30 AM Virtual
Get a better understanding of your PCS costs so you can budget with confidence for your move. This class fulfills the mandatory touchpoint training requirement for active duty service members.
PRE-ARRIVAL ORIENTATION
Wed 25 June • 9–10:30 AM Virtual
Set yourself up for success with our Pre-arrival Orientation!
This virtual workshop is ideal for all personnel and families relocating to JBER. Learn about base resources, travel options to Alaska, and get helpful tips for planning and preparation.
Joint Newcomers Orientation
IT’S PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS) SEASON AND WE ARE HERE TO HELP DURING YOUR TRANSITION!
Mon 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 June 8 AM–4 PM 7 Chilkoot Ave, Lecture Hall
New to JBER? Come to our Joint Newcomers Orientation and learn about all things JBER. This is mandatory for all newly arrived service members. Family members are welcome to join on any date.
Morning session: 8–11:30 AM Starts with a welcome from JBER Installation Leadership, followed by briefings and information on: ; Housing ; Schools ; Installation support services ; Wildlife safety ; Cultural awareness ; And much more!
Afternoon session: 1–4 PM Air Force members continue the Newcomers Orientation with additional in-processing and branch specific briefings. Army members meet at Bldg 55 with the 11th Airborne Reception team.
WRAP
TO OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of FSS events and the JBER community!
AFBN
Alaska Veterans Museum
Alaskan Scottish Club
Anchorage Wolverines
Doyon Utilities
Movement Mortgage
National Parks
Conservation Association
Pink Cadillac Alaska
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of FSS events and the JBER community!
Redbull
Ruff Land Kennels
Family One Source
First Command
Freedom Behavioral Health
Global Credit Union
Kaladi Brothers
United Through Reading
Verizon
Walmart
Wounded Warrior Project
If you are interested in reaching our MILITARY and CIVILIAN communities on JBER, give us a call at 907.552.5473 or visit: jberlife.com/partnership-opportunities
If you are interested in reaching our MILITARY and CIVILIAN communities on JBER, give us a call at 907.552.5473 or visit: jberlife.com/partnership-opportunities.
ARCTIC OASIS
Temporary Hours of Operation (Until Further Notice)
Tuesday–Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday & Family Days: 11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday–Monday: Closed
YOUTH CENTERS
Closed Until Further Notice
Directory
FAMILY
Child Development Centers (CDC)
KATMAI CENTER
907.552.2697 / 5113
7181 11th St
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
KODIAK CENTER
907.384.1510
6 Chilkoot Ave
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
SITKA CENTER
907.552.6403
6376 15th St
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
TALKEETNA CENTER
907.384.0686
11 5th St
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Family Child Care (FCC)
907.552.3995
5091 10th St
Mon–Fri
Walk ins: 8 AM–11 AM
By appointments: 11 AM–5 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Instructional Youth Programs
907.384.1506
297 6th St
Mon–Fri: 9 AM– 6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
School Age Centers
ILLA
907.384.1068
36100 Grady Hwy
Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
KETCHIKAN
907.552.5091
7163 11th St
Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
School Liaison Services
907.384.7500/1505
600 Richardson Dr, Rm A–140
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth / Teen Centers
2RIVERS
907.384.1508
297 6th St
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS
Mon–Fri: 2–6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
SUMMER HOURS
►CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
KENNECOTT
907.552.2266
6104 Carswell Ave
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS
Mon–Fri: 2–6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
SUMMER HOURS
►CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Youth Sports
907.552.3215
6104 Carswell Ave
Mon–Fri: 12–5 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Aero Club
907.552.5435
Hangar 7, 10286 Taxi Way #P
Mon–Fri: 10 AM–3 PM
Family Days: 24/7 Access
Federal Holidays: 24/7 Access Only
Arctic Oasis
Community Center
907.552.8529
9497 20th St
Sun–Mon: Closed
Tues–Fri: 10 AM–6 PM Sat: 11 AM –6 PM
Family Days: 11 AM–6 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed ►19 JUNE: CLOSED
Arts & Crafts Center
907.384.3717
755 D St
CERAMICS & POTTERY FRAME SHOP
Tues–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM Sat: 10 AM–4 PM
The Frame Shop is closed on Saturdays. Only pickups are available.
ENGRAVING SHOP
Tues–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM
Sun–Mon: Closed
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed ►19 JUNE: CLOSED
Auto Hobby
907.384.3718
755 D St
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thurs–Sun: 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed ►19 JUNE: CLOSED
Igloo Lounge
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thurs: 4–8 PM
Fri & Sat: 2–10 PM
Sun: 1–6 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Information, Tickets & Travel
907.753.2378
9497 20th St
Mon–Fri: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed
Family Days: 10 AM–2 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
►19 & 20 JUNE: CLOSED
Library
907.384.1640 • Fax 907.384.1951
7 Fourth St • jberlibrary@gmail.com
Mon & Fri: 9 AM–6 PM
Tue & Thurs: 9 AM–7 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM–6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
Sun: Closed
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
►19 JUNE: CLOSED
Permafrost Pub
907.552.3298
9387 Kuter Ave
Thurs: 4–6 PM
Fri–Wed: Closed
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Polar Bowl
907.753.PINS (7467)
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thurs: 12–8 PM
Fri & Sat: 12–10 PM
Sun: 1–6 PM
►19 JUNE: CLOSED
Talkeetna Theater
7126 Fighter Dr
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–8 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Warrior Zone
907.384.9006
655 Richardson Dr
Tue–Thurs: 9 AM–5 PM
Fri–Sat: 12–8 PM
Sun & Mon: Closed
JBADD
907.384.RIDE (7433)
BOSS
907.384.9023/907.406.4405
Buckner Fitness Center
907.384.1308
690 D St
Mon–Fri: 5 AM–9 PM
Sat–Sun: 11 AM–7 PM
Training Holidays: 7 AM–7 PM
Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only
BUCKNER FITNESS POOL
907.384.1302
Visit jberlife.com/buckner-pool for current hours.
POLAR PARADISE POOL
907.384.1302
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Visit jberlife.com/polar-paradise-pool for current hours.
