JBERLife! May 2025

WR GUIDE YOUR FSS/M MAY 2025

The Force Support Squadron and Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Presents

MILITARY FRI 6 JUNE • FREE 11 AM – 3 PM Buckner Field FOOD • DRINKS • GAMES • LIVE MUSIC

FAMILIES ARE WELCOME!

Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

SPONSORED BY ASYMCA • ALASKAN SCOTTISH CLUB • AMERICAN RED CROSS • REDBULL • KALADI BROTHERS VERIZON • DOYON UTILITIES • FAMILY ONE SOURCE • PINK CADILLAC • RAISING CANE’S • FREEDOM BEHAVIORAL HEALTH • FIRST COMMAND • MOVEMENT MORTGAGE PAID SPONSORS. NO FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT INTENDED.

WR GUIDE YOUR FSS/M MAY 2025

IN THIS ISSUE pg. 5

| Your Adventure Starts Here!

pg. 8

| Kids Bowl FREE Program

Outdoor Adventure Program Polar Bowl

pg. 13 | Summer Reading Program Library

pg. 15 | Girls On The Go Auto Hobby

pg. 20 | Armed Forces Kids Color Run

FSS LEADERSHIP TEAM

pg. 24 | SummerFest

773 FSS Director Heather Weafer Acting Deputy Director Karen O’Camb

pg. 25 | Dos De Mayo

673 FSS Commander Lt. Col. Hoskinson Deputy Director Brian Nash

MARKETING TEAM Marketing Director Irmgard M. Sponsorship Coordinator Debbie M. Web & Social Media Mackenzie K.

Arctic Oasis

pg. 27 | Open for the Season Otter Lake

pg. 28 |

Military Spouse Appreciation

Military & Family Readiness Centers

pg. 31 | Grand Opening

Iditarod Dining Facility

pg. 37 | Directory

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KAYAK–SIX MILE LAKE

Fri 2 or 9 May • 5–9 PM $59 per person Must be at least 10 years old and accompanied by a guardian for tandem kayak. Must be at least 14 years old for single use kayak.

ATV–BIRD CREEK

Sat 3, 10, or 31 May • 8 AM–3 PM $129 per person Must be 18 years old or older with a valid driver’s license.

ATV–EKLUTNA

Sun 11 May • 7:30 AM–4 PM $159 per person Must be 18 years old or older with a valid driver’s license.

ATV–INTRO CLASS

Wed 14 May • 5–9 PM $79 per person Must be 18 years old or older with a valid driver’s license.

KAYAK–EKLUTNA LAKE

Sun 18 May • 7:30 AM–5 PM $109 per person Must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by a guardian for tandem kayak. Must be at least 16 years old for single kayak.

S.U.P.–SIX MILE LAKE

Wed 21 May • 5–9 PM $59 per person This stand up paddle board trip is open to ages 12 years and up.

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.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAM

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M O N T H LY S P E C I A L S BOWLING DOLLAR DAY

MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL

Thurs 1 May • 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.

Sun 11 May Treat mom to a special day of bowling! $3.19 per game

CINCO DE MAYO DRINK SPECIALS

Sat 24 May • 2–4 PM $9.99/person Join us to celebrate the start of summer! We will have food, drinks, and prizes. The Lucky train will run through the event. Tickets for the event will be sold at the front desk.

Reserve from 1-15 May. All payments are 100% refundable if canceled by 5 PM on Thurs 22 May. Limited availability.

Sat 3 May • 1–6 PM Join us for alcohol and non-alcohol drink specials!

RAINBOW COLORED HEADPIN NIGHT

8, 15, 22, & 29 May • 5–8 PM Strike the rainbow and win!

Hit a strike with a rainbow-colored headpin to win a stuffed animal or a FREE game of bowling! $3.99 per game

NEON SATURDAY

Sat 10 May • 12–5 PM Enjoy neon bowling all day long! $4.59 per game

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SCHOOLS OUT SPECIAL

JBER LIFE! MEMBERSHIP EXTRAVAGANZA

Tues 17 June • 1 PM or 4 PM Calling all JBER Life! members!

Get 90 minutes of FREE bowling, including shoes, and a chance to win prizes or cash with the MOOLA wheel! Available on a first come, first serve bases!

POLAR BOWL

7176 Fighter Dr • 907.753.PINS

DA I LY S P E C I A L S 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* or $3.59 per game

EAT & PLAY WEEKDAYS

Thursdays & Fridays • 12–2 PM Enjoy a FREE game of bowling when you present your receipt from Frost Bites totaling more than $5 to the counter! Game will only be honored the same week as the purchase.

Does not include shoe rental.

TOTS + GROWN–UPS

HOMESCHOOL PE DAY

Fridays • 12–4 PM Hey, little ones! Bowl with your grown-up for just $1.29 per game.

BOTTOMLESS BOWLING

Fridays • 4–10 PM Bowl for just $3.99 per game and enjoy $19.99 lane rental per hour.

Thursdays • 12–4 PM Show your Homeschool ID and bowl for $1.29 per game!

Thursdays • 4–8 PM All you can bowl for just $12.99 per person or $3.99 per game.

MAD AND SKILLS GAMES

Thursdays $24.99 per hour Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays $29.99 per hour

WEEKDAY SPECIAL

Thursdays & Fridays • 12–4 PM Bowl for just $1.29 per game, and grab your shoes for only $3.99!

Excluding Holidays

OPEN BOWLING

MUSIC–THEMED NIGHTS

Fridays • 7–10 PM  6 May: TikTok Music  13 May: Country Music  20 May: Top 40 Music  27 May: Disney Music

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*

HyperBowling Lanes are not included.

___ • JBERLife! Members Price SHOE RENTAL: $3.99/$4.99 *Shoe Rental Included.

RENT-A-LANE BOWLING

$21.99/$26.99 • Traditional Bowling $31.99/$36.99 • HYPER BOWLING

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Kids Bowl FREE all summer long!

1 MAY– MAY – 30 AUG THURS: 12– 12 – 8 PM • FRI: 12– 12 – 4PM SAT: 12– 12 – 4PM

2 FREE games/child (15 & under)

Every day that we are open!

Visit KidsBowlFree.com/AirForce and select Polar Bowl for all the details, including how to register and family plan options.

Scan to begin a Summer of FUN!

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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

AT–HOME PARENT ACTIVITIES PARENT/MOTHER’S DAY ACTIVITY

Fold a piece of paper in half, then trace your child’s hand with their thumb closest to the crease. Cut out to reveal two hands with a heart in the center. Don’t forget to write Happy Mother’s Day!

PROVIDER APPRECIATION DAY

Fri 9 May Let’s take a moment to honor and celebrate the fantastic work of our dedicated childcare providers, teachers, and other educators of young children.

Gift Idea: ► Find an old puzzle piece and cover it with paper. ► Write: "You are the piece that made a difference."

STEM DAYS

Wed 14 May: Sitka CDC Wed 21 May: Denali CDC Fri 30 May: Talkeetna CDC

Music Classes 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

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Sat 17 May • 1–5 PM • $32 Held at Illa and Talkeetna CDC Limited space. Sign up required.

Instructional Youth Music offers private lessons for almost every instrument—perfect for beginners or those looking to sharpen their skills!

PACAF FAMILY DAY

Pianos and drums are provided.

Participants must bring all other instruments.

Fri 23 May Registration: Now–2 May Limited space. Sign up required.

INSTRUCTIONAL YOUTH PROGRAMS 297 6th St • 907.384.1506 JBERLIFE.COM

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INSTRUCTIONAL YOUTH PROGRAMS 9497 20th St • 907.384.1508

YOUTH CENTERS

KENNECOTT 6104 Carswell Ave • 907.552.2266 2RIVERS • 297 6th St • 907.384.1508

SUMMER BREAK HOURS

Beginning 22 May Full-Day School Age Care 6 AM–5:30 PM Youth Center Hours 10 AM–6 PM

KENNECOTT YC:

NIGHT NETS–BASKETBALL

9 May • 6–8 PM Calling all youth members! Join us for a night of basketball fun. Must be a youth member to participate.

END OF SCHOOL YEAR BASH

22 May • 3–6 PM Soccer Fields by Kennecott YC FREE. Open to youth center members and guest.

2RIVERS YC:

SUMMER BREAK KICK-OFF

27 May • 1–3 PM FREE. Open to youth center members and guest. Come join us for a grill out and activities as we roll into a fun-filled summer!

Calling youth ages 9 to 18! Interested in joining us for a fun-filled summer, with camps and daily activities?

Maybe you are new to the JBER community and want to meet new people? Contact us about joining our programs today!

SCHOOL AGE CENTERS

Illa: 36100 Grady Hwy 907.384.1068 Ketchikan: 7163 11th St 907.552.5091

END OF SCHOOL YEAR BASH

22 May • 4–5:30 PM Held at Illa and Ketchikan SAC FREE. Open to youth and families enrolled at Illa and Ketchikan School Age Centers.

Need Care for Your School Age Child?

Submit a request for School Age Care and join the wait-list at any time, from anywhere.

To get started, visit:

EARN UP TO

BECOME AN FCC PROVIDER

$3,114

PER WEEK!

AND

Amount per week varies depending on types of care offered, how many spaces offered, and availability offered.

$

LICENSING HOMES ON & OFF JBER

SET YOUR OWN HOURS AND RATES

WORK FROM YOUR HOME

TRANSFERABLE TO OTHER MILITARY INSTALLATIONS

• Free trainings and resource referrals • Furniture, toys, and materials will be provided • USDA reimbursement for food • Fulfilling opportunities to provide care for children to include those with special needs (specialized training provided)

ON THE WAITING LIST FOR INSTALLATION CARE? While waiting for installation care you can use Family Child Care and pay the same weekly fees as the Child Development (CDC) or School Age Center (SAC).

FCC Subsidary Program Eligibility Requirements • Member of Military Service Active Duty, Reserve/Guard Member in activated status, and DoD civilians • All adults living in the household must be either working or enrolled in school

FAMILY CHILD CARE BLDG. 5901 • 552.3995

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DID YOU KNOW? You need to be certified by FCC to offer more than 10 hours of childcare a week on JBER?

JBER LIBRARY

7 Fourth St • 907.384.1640

STORY TIME PRESCHOOL

Tuesdays • 10:30 AM

TODDLER

Thursday • 10:30 AM

WEEKLY THEMES

NOW–3 May: Superheroes 4–10 May: Moms 11–17 May: Bugs 18–24 May: Mermaids 25–31 May: Beach Party

READING KICKOFF PARTY THURS 22 MAY 9 AM–6 PM

Let the games begin! See this year’s Summer Reading prizes, add your minute goal to our Summer Readerboard, and try our selfie station!

READING PROGRAM 1 MAY–31 AUG

CATEGORY: Pre-Reader, Readers Teens, and Adults.

Read and earn prizes!

Sign up begins Wed 1 May. JBERLIFE.COM

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ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER

755 D St • 907.384.3717

Join us for art classes! From painting to glass fusion, discover your artistic side.

TODDLER TIME

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 AM • $5 Join us for themed crafts and fun activities. All supplies are included.

An adult companion may assist for FREE.

PICK & PAINT Looking for a great gift for Mother’s Day? We can help you in three easy steps!

1. PICK 2. PAINT 3. FIRE We will make sure you have everything you need to make Mother’s Day a success and to provide mom with a one of a kind gift! No reservations required.

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FRAMING CLASS

3, 14, or 28 May •10 AM • $50/$60 Ages 12+ Learn to measure and cut mats, glass, and foam core and assemble your own frame. Participants are required to bring their own 5x7 photo to frame during class. This class is required for DIY use in the frame shop.

GLASS FUSION–PENDENTS

9 or 17 May •10 AM • $50/$60 Ages 6+ Fuse specialty glass into stunning pendents! Create beautiful masterpieces with vibrant colors and unique designs.

PAINT CLASS–FIREWEED

16 May • 5 PM • Ages 18+ Members: $40 Non-Members: $50 24 May • 10 AM • Ages 12+ Members: $40 Non-Members: $50

CLAY HAND-BUILDING CLASS

10 & 21 May •10 AM • $40/$50 Create a slab rolled mug masterpiece and we will fire it for you. You can return to glaze it in the center at any time at no additional cost. ; ;

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Gain skills with no prior experience required.

We provide all materials.

Sign-up and payment in advance are required.

CUSTOM FRAMING & ENGRAVING Need that perfect award for someone that is PCSing, Retiring, or just an all-around great person? We offer custom framing and engraving with most orders ready within a week. We also offer the popular “Snowshoe” awards!

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ELMENDORF FITNESS CENTER

9510 22nd St • 907.552.3624

FREE GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

Elmendorf & Buckner Fitness Centers Experience energizing group fitness classes for a fun and effective workout! Enjoy classes like Spin, Zumba, PiYo Insanity, Yoga, and so much more. Classes are FREE to participate. Scan the qrcode below and check them out!

FIDO 5K

Thurs 12 June • FREE Event Check-in: 5 PM • Race: 5:30 PM Eagleglen Fitness Park Participants run/walk a 5k with their dogs. There will be goodies (like pup cups) for the dogs, and pet appropriate prizes. Sign ups encouraged and begin on 12 May. Stop by or call 907.552.3624.

J B E R YOUT H S POR T S PR E S E NTS

SOCCER Ages: 5–14 SEASON

15 July – 7 Sept Kennecott Youth Center Soccer Fields PRICING

Youth Members: $95 Non-Members: $120 To register, email us: Youth's Name • Sponsor's Name Personal Email • Age Division 773FSS.FSYY.KennecottYC@us.af.mil

Cost Includes Uniforms Late Registration Fee: $10 All schedules will be available on SportsEngine.

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YOUTH SPORTS 6104 Carswell Ave 907.552.2266

MOOSE RUN GOLF COURSE

27000 Arctic Valley Rd. • 907.384.4653

JUNIOR GOLF CAMP

Ages 6 – 9 Mon – Thurs • 9 – 11 AM • Military: $100 • Civilian: $125 Camp dates: • 2 – 5 June • 7 – 10 July • 28 – 31 July Ages 10 – 17 Mon – Thurs • 9 – 11 AM Includes Lunch • Military: $100 • Civilian: $125 Camp dates: • 26 – 29 May • 23 – 26 June • 21 – 24 July

PGA JR. LEAGUE

21 May – 20 July Ages 10 – 17 • Military: $150 • Civilian: $260 PGA Junior League is a great opportunity for boys and girls to play competition golf in a team format.

They will have the opportunity to practice and play on a weekly basis throughout June and July.

Fee includes professional coaching, course time, practice balls, jerseys, and competitions. Those interested should register as early as possible, to ensure delivery of team jerseys.

SCAN TO REGISTER

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Sunday May 4th • Frontier Theater • Doors Open at 12 PM

— 12:30 PM —

Star Wars: Episode I The phantom Menace 1999 | Rated PG — 3 PM — Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones 2002 | Rated PG — 6 PM — Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith 2005 | Rated PG-13 Open to all ages, those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Outside food and drinks are welcome.

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WARRIOR ZONE

655 Richardson Dr • 384-9006

KARAOKE NIGHTS

FRI 9 May • 8 PM - 12 AM FREE • Ages 18+ Adult beverages available for purchase. Over 50,000 songs to choose from. Karaoke every second Friday of every month.

CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT DOUBLE ELIMINATION

SAT 17 MAY • 2 PM Ages 18+ • Teams of 2 1st place - $100 Visa Gift Card ($50ea) 2nd place - $50 Visa Gift Card ($25ea) Minimum of 6 teams to play for prizes No late entrees accepted

HOSTED BY BOSS

Sat 31 May • Ages 18+ • Frontier Theater Doors open at 1:30 PM Movie starts at 2 PM Outside food and drinks are welcome.

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LOCATED AT: BLDG 800 & WAREHOUSE LOOP RICHARDSON SIDE

WARM UP ZUMBA – 10:30 AM RACE STARTS – 11 AM

Food & drinks will be available for purchase T-shirt sign ups: 1 - 27 May T-shirt Pickup: 10 AM - 6 PM At 2 Rivers Youth Center visit jberlife.com to reserve your shirt!

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SPONSORED BY: United Through Reading • Raising Cane’s Family One Source • First Command Alaskan Glacial Water PAID SPONSORS. NO FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT INTENDED. JBERLIFE.COM

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INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

9497 20TH St • 552.0297/753.2378

OUTBOUND HELI ADVENTURES KNIK GLACIER EXPLORER

15 May • $403/person • Times Vary Glacier Tour with Glacier landing. 40 minute flight & 45 minutes exploring

THE CHUGACH EXPLORER.

15 May • Times Vary 2 Landing: $518 per person 3 Landing: $632 per person 2 hour Tour with two or three breathtaking landings in the Chugach Mountains

PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND SPECTACUL-AIR

15 May • Times Vary • $640/person 2 hours breathtaking views of Prince William Sound, high alpine glaciers, mountains Must provide weight at booking 2 person minimum on all tours

ALASKA HORSE ADVENTURES 1.5 HOUR TRAIL RIDE

Year Round • Times Vary $165 • Ages 7+ 1.5 hour guided horseback riding tour around the Knik River and Jim Creek.

3 HOUR TRAIL RIDE

Year Round • 10 AM or 2 PM $275 • Ages 7+ 3 hour guided horseback riding tour down the Knik River and back mountain trails

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ALASKA BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURE ALASKA GLACIER VIEW TOUR

1 Apr–30 Sept • 9 AM & 1 PM Driver: $267 Rider: $160 Guided 3 hour Side By Side Adventure w/ full gear provided

KNIK GLACIER TOUR

1 Apr–30 Sept • 8 AM Driver: $383 Rider: $264 Guided 6-8 hour Side By Side adventure w/ full gear and hot lunch *ATV drivers are required to have prior experience *Drivers must have valid driver’s license

MICA GUIDES ICE CLIMB

14 May–10 Sept • 9 AM - 5 PM $220 • Ages 12+ 2 mile hike on the Matanuska Glacier to Vertical Ice climbing with instruction

ICE FALL TREK

14 May–10 Sept • Times vary $ 98 • Ages 10+ 4 hours in total with an average of 3 hours on the Matanuska Glacier, guide narration of exciting glacial features and stunning views.

ICE FALL TREK ADVANCED

14 May–10 Sept • 10 AM $200 • Ages 12+ 6-8 hour tour. A closer look at spectacular glacial features including, crevasses, moulins, deep canyons, blue pools, and (potentially) ice caves.

EXTREME ZIPLINE*

14 May–10 Sept • Times Vary Ages 12+: $79 Ages 7-11: $71 Zipping speeds of up to 60 mph, over 2200 feet long. Views of the Matanuska Glacier and River, surrounded by mountain ranges

ALASKA ZIPLINE ADVENTURE PARK TANDEM ZIP LINE COURSE

15 May–30 Sept • Time Vary Ages 12+: $143 Ages 10 & 11: $116 2 hour tour including 6 Zip lines & 3 Suspension bridges with heights up to 250ft zips are from 150 to 1250 across, reaching speeds up to 45 MPH for almost 4000ft’ of total zipping.

HORSE BACK RIDING AND ALASKA ZIPLINE ADVENTURE COMBO

*Minimum weight: 60lbs Maximum weight: 235lbs *No Glacier fee for Zipline customers

1 June–20 Sept • 11 AM Ages 12+: $303 Ages 10 & 11: $275 4.5 hour tour ride to the lower trails of Red Mountain and then fly high through our 6 line tandem course with 3 exciting Aerial bridges throughout the course. 2 HR Horseback Ride - 2.5 HR Zipline Adventure Tour

Mica Guides tours do not include the Glacier Access Fee $45 per person due at the time of check in.

*Must provide height and weight at time of booking. *Minimum weight: 50lbs Maximum weight: 250lbs JBERLIFE.COM

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26, 27 & 28 JUNE Thursday • 4–10 PM • Friday • 12–10 PM • Saturday • 11 AM–10 PM Held at Buckner Fields Directly behind Buckner Fitness Center, 690 D St.

FREE: Carnival Rides , Face Painting, Balloon Twisting, Magic Show, and Petting Zoo. Available for Purchase: Carnival Games, Food Booths and more!

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ARCTIC OASIS COMMUNITY CENTER

9497 20th St • 907.552.8528

DOS DE MAYO PARTY

Fri 2 May • 5 PM Members: $5 Non-members: $10 Children under 1 are FREE Join us for pinatas, bingo, bouncy houses, crafts, and much more!

Light snacks are provided.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Fri 16 May • 5 PM Come join us for a night of fun with the classic board games, heads up, and charades.

SUMMER FUN AT THE ARCTIC OASIS

4 June – 14 Aug Every Tuesday • Bounce Land 6 & Under: 11 AM– 1 PM 7 & Up: 1–3 PM Every Wednesday • 1 PM Movie on the Playground Every Thursday • 1 PM Craft Day

INDOOR FUN ACTIVITIES • Arcade • Fitness Area • Full Swing Golf • Indoor Playgrounds • Bouncy Houses • Black Light Mini Golf

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OTTER LAKE

65536 Otter Lake Rd 907.854.1734

Opening Day

WED 21 MAY

Weather and condition dependent.

Kayak

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Cabin Rent

S Pad tand U dle Boa p rds

Discover Otter Lake!

Your ultimate getaway in JBER's own backyard!

Perfect for camping, group gatherings, and family fun.

Scan the QR Code for Services, Rental Options, and more.

SCAN HERE

Cabin Rentals RV Sites Tent Spots Pavilion Rentals

Fishing Kayaking Canoeing Pedal Boats

jberlife.com/otter-lake

WARR IOR XTREME

PAINTBALL

Upper Otter Lake Rd. • 854.1734

OPEN SAT 24 MAY By reservation only

OPEN PLAY & PAINTBALL TOURNAMENT

Sat 24 May • 12–5 PM Celebrate the re-opening of the season with an action packed tournament designed for thrill-seekers and competitive players. Wheter you are a pro or first time player, this event promises excitement for everyone!

Per Group: Full Equipment Pkg: (200 paintballs included) Military Training Pkg: Safety Equipment: 500 paintballs: 2,000 paintballs:

$15/hour $20 $15 $10 $17 $68

Open to age 10+ Must purchase paintballs on site.

High pressure air available.

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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

AIR FORCE COMMANDER’S KEY SUPPORT PROGRAM

Scan the QR code

TO REGISTER for all events!

tockify.com/jbermfrc

EFMP MOTHER’S DAY CRAFT

Sat 3 May • 11 AM–1 PM USO, 7076 Chennault Ave Get ready for Mother’s Day! Make mom a handmade card to show her just how wonderful she is. This event is open to all Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) enrolled families.

In a Key Support Liaison role, these trainings are designed to support unit intergration and family readiness.

IMMERSION AND ANNUAL TRAINING

Wed 14 May • 9:30 AM–12:30 PM 4986 Zuckert Ave. 5–6:30 PM • Virtual Class

KEY SUPPORT MENTOR TRAINING

Wed 14 May • 1:30–3 PM 4986 Zuckert Ave.

Attendees for the Immersion and Annual Training and the Key Support Mentor Training must have received their DD Form 2793, Appointment Letter from the Commander, completed the online training and the immersion/annual training.

To sign up, or if you have questions, please call 907.552.4943 or email: 673fss.fsfr.familyprograms@us.af.mil

Military Spouse

Appreciation THURS 15 MAY • 1–3:30 PM

FREE • 4986 Zuckert Ave.

Attention Military Spouses - help us celebrate you! Please join your Military and Family Readiness Center - Army Community Service team as we recognize our fantastic military spouses. Want to start your sourdough with the USO, care to pamper yourself, interested in a self-defense class, or want to learn about fishing in Alaska? Scan the qr code for one or more of these FREE workshops.

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IDITAROD DINING FACILITY

8088 25th St • 907.552.3114

FIND YOUR FAVORITES:

• Meatless Monday • Street Taco Tuesday • Comfort Food Wednesday • Street Eat Thursday • Fish Friday • Brunch on Weekends!

Monthly LTO–Mi Comida

5–30 May Enjoy bold South American flavors aimed to introduce you to new favorites to satisfy your cravings.

Available for lunch and dinner.

YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR

GRAND

REOPENING MON 5 MAY 11 AM

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Directory FAMILY

Child Development Centers (CDC)

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

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

KETCHIKAN 907.384.3717 755 D St 907.552.5091 CERAMICS & POTTERY 7163 11th St FRAME SHOP Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM Tues–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Sat: 10 AM–4 PM

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

KATMAI CENTER 907.552.2697 / 5113 Youth / Teen Centers 7181 11th St 2RIVERS Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM 907.384.1508 Federal Holidays: Closed 297 6th St KODIAK CENTER SCHOOL YEAR HOURS Mon–Fri: 2–6 PM 907.384.1510 Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed 6 Chilkoot Ave

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ENGRAVING SHOP Tues–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM Sun–Mon: Closed Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed ►27 MAY: CLOSED

Auto Hobby

907.384.3718 755 D St Mon–Wed: Closed Thurs–Sun: 11:30 AM–9:30 PM Federal Holidays: Closed Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM KENNECOTT ►25 MAY: CLOSED Federal Holidays: Closed 907.552.2266 Igloo Lounge SITKA CENTER 6104 Carswell Ave 7176 Fighter Dr SCHOOL YEAR HOURS 907.552.6403 Mon–Wed: Closed Mon–Fri: 2–6 PM 6376 15th St Thurs: 4–8 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM Fri & Sat: 4–10 PM Federal Holidays: Closed Youth Sports Sun: 1–6 PM Federal Holidays: Closed TALKEETNA CENTER 907.552.3215 907.384.0686 6104 Carswell Ave Information, 11 5th St Mon–Fri: 12–5 PM Tickets & Travel Mon–Fri: 6 AM–5:30 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed 907.753.2378 Federal Holidays: Closed 9497 20th St FUN Mon–Fri: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM Family Child Care (FCC) 907.552.3995 Aero Club Sat & Sun: Closed Family Days: 10 AM–2 PM 5091 10th St 907.552.5435 Federal Holidays: Closed Mon–Fri Hangar 7, 10286 Taxi Way #P ►26 MAY: CLOSED Walk ins: 8 AM–11 AM Mon–Fri: 10 AM–3 PM By appointments: 11 AM–5 PM Family Days: 24/7 Access Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Federal Holidays: 24/7 Access Only JBERLIFE.COM

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jberlife.com 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

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Talkeetna Theater

7126 Fighter Dr Mon–Fri: 6 AM–8 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed

FITNESS

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

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907.552.3114 8088 25th St MON–FRI Breakfast: 6–9 AM Lunch: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM Dinner: 4:30–6:30 PM Midnight: 10 PM–12 AM

SAT, SUN & FEDERAL HOLIDAYS Breakfast: 6:30–8:30 AM Lunch: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM Dinner: 4:30–6:30 PM Midnight: 10 PM–12 AM DAILY GRAB & GO: 6 AM–6:30 PM

Provisions On Demand (POD) 907.551.0850 16710 Talley Ave Mon–Fri: 7 AM–8 PM UTA Weekends: 6 AM–7 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed

907.552.3624 9510 22nd St Mon–Fri: 5 AM–9 PM Family Days: 7 AM–7 PM Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only

9497 20th St Mon–Fri: 7 AM–6 PM Sat–Sun: Closed

ELMENDORF FITNESS POOL (FREE) 907.552.9890

Wilderness Inn Restaurant

Revolution Coffee Co.

Hangar 5

907.384.6048 647 C St MON–FRI Breakfast: 7–9 AM Lunch: 11 AM–1 PM Dinner: 4:30–6 PM

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SAT, SUN, TRAINING DAYS & FEDERAL HOLIDAYS Brunch: 10 AM–2 PM Supper: 4–5:30 PM

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Federal Holidays: Closed ►26 MAY: CLOSED

907.552.3624 • 7309 Johnson Ave Visit jberlife.com//hangar-5 for current hours.

FOOD

Frost Bites 7176 Fighter Dr Warrior Zone

907.384.9006 655 Richardson Dr Tue–Thurs: 9 AM–5 PM Fri & Sat: 12–8 PM Sun & Mon: Closed

Iditarod DFAC

Mon–Wed: 10:30 AM–4 PM Thurs: 10:30 AM–7 PM Fri: 10:30 AM–9 PM Sat: 12–9 PM Sun: 1–5 PM Federal Holidays: Closed

LODGING

Alaska Fisher House

4943 Zeaner Ave 907.222.1673 Mon–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed

Grizzly Grill Air Force Inns (Lodging) 907.552.2454 907.384.1780 7153 Fighter Dr 27000 Arctic Valley Rd Open 24/7 Mon–Sun: 9 AM–5 PM Federal Holidays: Closed

OUTDOOR

Hillberg Ski Area

907.552.4838 23400 41st St

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Moose Run Golf Course

907.384.4653 27000 Arctic Valley Rd CLUBHOUSE Visit mooserungolfcourse.com for current hours.

Otter Lake 907.854.1734 65536 Otter Lake Rd Wed–Sun & Federal Holidays: 12–6:30 PM WARRIOR XTREME PAINTBALL 907.854.1734 Upper Otter Lake Rd (By reservation)

Outdoor Recreation Center

907.552.2022 794 Davis Hwy CAMPGROUNDS EQUIPMENT RENTALS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAM RV STORAGE Mon–Fri: 9 AM–6 PM Sat–Sun: Closed Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed SKEET, TRAP & ARCHERY RANGE 907.384. 7981 45–100 Circle Dr JUNE– AUG & DEC–FEB ►CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

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AAFES Main Exchange

907.753.4422 5800 Westover Ave Mon–Sat: 9 AM–8 PM Sun: 10 AM–6 PM shopmyexchange.com

Accounting (NAF)

907.552.9769 10480 Sijan Ave Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed ►23, 26 MAY: CLOSED

Arctic Warrior Events Center (AWEC)

907.552.2345 9387 Kuter Ave Mon–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM (By reservation) Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed

Commissary 907.580.4425 5800 Westover Ave Mon–Sat: 9 AM–8 PM Sun: 9 AM–7 PM commissaries.com

Education Centers AIR FORCE 907.552.3164 4109 Bullard Ave Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4 PM ARMY 907.384.0970 7 4th St Mon–Fri: 8 AM–3:45 PM

Human Resources

APF/ CPO 907.552.3572 8517 20th St Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM 1st & 3rd Tue: Closed at 12 PM NAF 907.552.4563 8517 20th St Mon & Tue: 7:30 AM–4 PM Wed: 7:30 AM–12 PM Thurs & Fri: 7:30 AM–4 PM

JBER Laundry

907.384.1902 726 Quartermaster Rd Mon–Fri: 7 AM–3 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed

Military & Family Readiness Centers

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE 907.384.1517 600 Richardson Dr, Rm A139 Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed 3rd Thurs: Closed (Training Day) MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS 907.552.4943 4984 & 4986 Zuckert Ave Mon–Fri:7:30 AM–4:30 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed 3rd Thurs: Closed (Training Day) EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) AIR FORCE: 907.552.8840 ARMY: 907.384.0225

Military Personnel Flight (MPF)

AIR FORCE 907.552.8080 8517 20th St Mon–Fri: 8 AM–3 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed ARMY 907.384.2956 600 Richardson Dr Mon–Fri: 8 AM–5 PM Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed

Paradise Cuts

907.753.1099 9497 20th St Sun–Mon: Closed Tue, Wed & Fri: 10 AM–6 PM Sat: 10 AM–4 PM

UNITE Program 907.691.4094 9497 20th St Mon–Fri: 8 AM–4:30 PM Federal Holidays: Closed

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