Tire changeovers will incur the standard price in addition to the class fee.
AM
WEEKLY THEMES
3–8 Feb: Football
10–15 Feb: Shapes
17–22 Feb: Fairies
24 Feb–1 Mar: Robots
Providers Needed
Earn Up To $3,114 per week
The exact amount depends on the types of care offered, hours available for care, and spaces provided. FCC, Respite, and Expanded Care
; Full-time, part-time, after-hours, evenings, and weekends. You make your own schedule. Flexible hours.
; Earn money by watching your own children.
; Employment that is transferable and portable.
; Cash Incentive Bonuses
; There are fulfilling opportunities to care for children with special needs. We provide specialized training.
; Individuals who regularly care for other families' children for more than 10 hours a week must hold a certification to provide child care on base.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS
Denali: 7377 15th St • 907.552.8304
Kodiak: 6 Chilkoot Ave • 907.384.1510
Sitka: 6376 15th St • 907.552.6403
Talkeetna: 11 5th St • 907.384.0686
Help your little ones shine bright by practicing good dental hygiene!
AT–HOME PARENT ACTIVITIES
COOK, SHARE, AND INSPIRE
Cook a healthy meal together and share pictures of your creation, or post your favorite healthy recipe!
KINDNESS CHALLENGE
Families will write acts of kindness on paper hearts to display throughout the month. This activity encourages children to recognize and appreciate the helpfulness or thoughtfulness of others.
PACAF FAMILY DAY
Fri 14 Feb
Limited care available.
DAY | CLOSED Mon 17 Feb All Child & Youth Programs
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Sat 22 Feb • 1–5 PM • $32
Limited space: Enrolled Children Only Enjoy some well-deserved time to yourself while we take care of the fun!
Ketchikan: 7163 11th St 907.552.5091
Opening Doors to Great Future
Are you a leader in your Club and community? Stand out and be recognized!
Each year, one Youth of the Year (YOY) and one Junior Youth of the Year (JYOY) are selected from Elmendorf and Fort Richardson Youth Programs. These outstanding members demonstrate leadership, service, and commitment to personal growth.
Military Youth of the Year (MYOY) nominees vie for title at the state level and beyond, earning up to $90K in scholarships and paid trips across the country.
Junior Youth of the Year selectee receives local recognition and a special prize!
Be a role model. Inspire others. Earn recognition. Interested? Ask Youth Programs staff how to apply!
Fri 21 Feb • 6–9 PM Chugiak High School MEET AT: Kennecott Youth Center – 6 PM Showtime: 7 PM
All Youth Programs’ events are for members only unless otherwise noted.
AGES 9-17
Must be a Youth Center member to participate
Don’t miss this exciting night out!
We’ll take a bus to Chugiak High School for a live performance.
Sign up on CYPBMS today! https://app.afcyp.com
Join NFL cheerleaders for an action-packed clinic! Have fun, show team spirit, and learn routines, stunts, and cheers from the pros! Don’t miss the chance for your kids to shine and cheer alongside the NFL’s best!
MEET & GREET
Music Classes
Instructional
4 Lessons per Month
Held at Arctic Oasis • 9497 20th St
30 Minutes Private: $130
60 Minutes Private: $170
30 Minutes Small Family Group:
• First 2 children: $240
• Each additional child: $100
Get ready to shine! We’re searching for that WOW factor!
AUDITIONS
Sat 22 March
TALKEETNA THEATER
10 AM–12 PM • 1–3PM
Performances must be 2 minutes or less with appropriate music (no cursing, religious, or political content).
NO SIGN-UPS REQUIRED
Bring your best and show JBER what you’ve got!
THE DATE
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTERS
Army Community Service: 600 Richardson Dr, Rm A139 • 907.384.1517
Military & Family Readiness: 4984 & 4986 Zuckert Ave • 907.552.4943
Scan the QR code TO REGISTER for all events!
tockify.com/jbermfrc
TIPS AND TOOLS FOR UNIT VOTING ASSISTANCE OFFICERS (UVAOS)
Tue 11 Feb • 1–2pm
600 Richardson Dr, Rm A135
For new or current UVAOs who would like additional training on the duties and requirements of their role.
MONEY MATTER$: MONEY WITH MY HONEY
Thurs 13 Feb 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
600 Richardson Dr, Rm A135
Couples – join us for an interactive game and learn how to become more comfortable discussing money with your partner! We’ll focus on understanding how our habits and attitudes influence our financial decisions.
It’s time to submit your Annual Award nominations for volunteer service from 1 Jan–31 Dec 2024!
Completed nomination forms for the JBER 2024 Volunteer of the Year and Volunteer Excellence Awards are due no later than Monday, 3 March.
; 2024 Volunteer of the Year Awards categories: Military, Civilian, Group/ Unit, Family, & Youth. ; 2024 Volunteer Excellence Award (Civilian only): Recognizing outstanding civilian contributions for long-term service.
PLEASE SUBMIT TO:
673FSS.FSFR.FamilyPrograms@us.af.mil Nomination forms are available on the JBER Volunteer Home Page https://www.jber.jb.mil/ Services-Resources/ Volunteer-Opportunities/
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER
4414 Pease Ave • 907.552.2022
February Outdoor Adventures:
ICE, SNOW & THRILLS!
INTRO TO SNOWMACHINE
WILLOW SNOWMACHINE RIDE
Sat 1 Feb • 9 AM–12 PM or 1–4 PM
$59 • Ages 18+
With Valid Driver’s License
No Passengers Comes with Snow Machine
Safety Certification
WILLOW SNOWMACHINE RIDE
Sun 2 Feb • 7:30 AM–5 PM
$159 • Driver: Ages 18+
With Valid Driver’s License
$79 • Passenger: Ages 12+
EAGLEGLEN CROSS COUNTRY SKI
Fri 7 Feb or Fri 21 Feb • 12–2 PM
$29 • Ages 5+
FAMILY SNOWMACHINE ADVENTURE
Sat 8 Feb or Sat 22 Feb
9 AM–12 PM or 1–4 PM
$59 • Drivers: Ages 18+
(with a valid driver’s license)
$19 • Passengers: Ages 10+
ICE FISHING
Fri 14 Feb
12–2 PM or 2:30–4:30 PM
$139 • Family: All Ages
FREE • JBERLIFE! MEMBERS
Sun 16 Feb • 7:30 AM–5 PM
Driver: Ages 18+
With Valid Driver’s License Passenger: Ages 12+
TWILIGHT FAT TIRE BIKE
Thurs 20 Feb • 5–8 PM
$49 • Ages 12+
INTRO TO SNOWMACHINE
Sun 23 Feb
9 AM–12 PM or 1–4 PM
$59 • Ages 18+
With Valid Driver’s License Comes with Snow Machine
Safety Certification
TWILIGHT CROSS COUNTRY SKI
Thurs 27 Feb • 5–7 PM
$29 • Ages 10+
Reserve Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) trips up to 30 days in advance.
Equipment is provided unless stated otherwise.
All trips are subject to change. No experience required.
INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL
9497 20th • 907.753.2378
The Alaska Railroad
A Journey Through the Last Frontier!
Since 1923, the Alaska Railroad has connected communities from Seward to Fairbanks, providing year-round freight and passenger service. Traveling through remote landscapes, it offers access to Denali, the Chugach National Forest, and areas off the road system. Whether for adventure or transport, the Alaska Railroad remains a true Last Frontier experience.
Kenai Fjords Tours
Seward
SPRING RESURRECTION BAY
4–HOUR TOUR
13 March–1 May • 12 PM
Thurs-Sun
Ages 2–11: $54
Adults (12+): $92
RESURRECTION BAY TOUR
5–HOUR TOUR
16 May–5 Sept • 12:30 PM
Ages 2–11: $63
Adults 12+: $99
Lunch is Included.
KENAI NATIONAL PARK
6–HOUR TOUR
3 May–27 Sept • 11:30 AM
Ages 2–11: $90
Adults 12+: $180
Lunch is Included.
Phillips Cruises & Tours
26 GLACIER CRUISE
3 May–5 Oct • 12–5:15 PM
Ages 2–11: $151.95
Ages 12+: $191.95
Lunch is Included.
GLACIER QUEST CRUISE
17 May–14 Sept • 1–4:45 PM
Ages 2–11: $115.95
Ages 12+: $166.95
Lunch is Included.
Whittier
Departs Anchorage at 9:45 AM – Arrives in Whittier at 12:05 PM Departs Whittier at 6:45 PM – Arrives in Anchorage at 9 PM
COASTAL CLASSIC
Departs Anchorage at 6:45 AM – Arrives in Seward at 11:20 AM Departs Seward at 6 PM – Arrives in Anchorage at 10:15 PM
Major Marine Tours Seward
SPRING WILDLIFE CRUISE
4–HOUR TOUR
8 March–11 May • 12:30 PM
Ages 2–11: $59
Ages 12+: $110
Lunch is Included.
ORCA QUEST CRUISE
4–HOUR TOUR
12 May–15 June • 12:30 PM
Ages 2–11: $72
Ages 12+: $137
Lunch is Included.
NATIONAL PARK CRUISE
7.5–HOUR TOUR
16 May–14 Sept • 9:30 AM
Ages 2–11: $120
Ages 12+: $230
Lunch is Included.
NATIONAL PARK CRUISE
6–HOUR TOUR
3 May–22 Sept • 11:30 AM
18 May, 25 May, 1 June & 6 June–25 Aug • 8 AM
Ages 2–11: $111
Ages 12+: $212
Lunch is Included.
NORTHWESTERN FJORDS CRUISE
8.5–HOUR TOUR
30 May–1 Sept • 9AM
Ages 12+: $275
I NDOOR SOCCER
Now–14 Feb 2025
Ages18+
VOLLEYBALL
11 Feb–2 May
LOI Deadline: FRI 31 JAN
Org. Meeting: FRI 7 FEB • 1 PM
RACQUETBALL
TOURNAMENTS
24 Feb–2 May
LOI Deadline: FRI 14 FEB
Org. Meeting: FRI 21 FEB
Single Elimination
Divisions:
Intermediate & Novice
TO OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of FSS events and the JBER community!
Anchorage Wolverines
Kendall Auto Alaska
TO OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS
Chamber of Commerce
Pink Cadillac Alaska
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of FSS events and the JBER community!
Family One Source First Command
Grafika Cake Studio
Great Harvest Bread Company
Kaladi Brothers
Raising Cane’s RedBull
United Through Reading USAA
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.
POLAR BOWL
8 February • 2–6 PM
ELMENDORF POOL
3–28 February
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
KENNECOTT
907.552.2266
6104 Carswell Ave
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS
Mon–Fri: 2–6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth Sports
907.552.3215
6104 Carswell Ave
Mon–Fri: 12–5 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Arctic Oasis Community Center
907.552.8529
9497 20th St
Mon: Instructional Lessons by Appointment Only
Tues–Fri: 9 AM–8 PM
Sat: 11 AM –6 PM
Sun & Federal Holidays: Closed
Family Days: 10 AM–6 PM
Arts & Crafts Center
907.384.3717
755 D St
CERAMICS & POTTERY
FRAME SHOP
Tues–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM
Sat: 10 AM–4 PM
ENGRAVING SHOP
Tues–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM
Sun–Mon: Closed
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
►17, 18 FEB: CLOSED
Auto Hobby
907.384.3718
755 D St
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thurs–Sun: 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed ►16, 17 FEB: CLOSED
Igloo Lounge
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: Closed Thurs: 4–8 PM
Fri & Sat: 4–10 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
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
Family Days: 10 AM–2 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
►16, 17 FEB: 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–5 PM
Sun: Closed
Family Days & Federal Holidays: 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
Federal Holidays: Closed ►8 FEB: 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: 9 AM–9 PM
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 (FREE)
907.384.1302
Visit jberlife.com/buckner-pool for current hours.
POLAR PARADISE POOL ($3)
907.384.1302
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Visit jberlife.com/polar-paradise-pool for current hours.
Elmendorf Fitness Center
907.552.3624
9510 22nd St
Mon–Fri: 5 AM–9 PM
Family Days: 7 AM–7 PM
Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only
ELMENDORF FITNESS POOL (FREE)
907.552.9890
Visit jberlife.com/efc-pool for current hours.
Federal Holidays: Closed ►3–28 FEB: CLOSED FOR ANNUAL MAINTENANCE