THE INSIDE LOOP
FSS DIRECTORY
400 Young rd. Bldg. 200 Ste. 202
Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm 580-213-6459
SPONSORSHIP & MARKETING STUDIO 71 PRINT SHOP
400 Young rd. Bldg. 200 Ste. 202
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm 580-213-6455
Fox Dr. Bldg. 236
Saturday - Sunday 24/7 580-213-7402
306 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 305
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 580-213-5488
Scott Rd. Bldg. 244 Dock 4 (Moving Soon!)
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 580-213-7348
FALCON’S NEST BOWLING CENTER
308 Sawyer Rd. Bldg. 345
Monday - Thursday 7am - 6pm Friday 7am - 9pm Saturday 11 - 6pm 580-213-7331
446 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 314
See website for hours 580-213-7368
446 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 314
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 580-213-6285
446 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 314 Ste 6
Monday - Thursday 7:30 - 4:30, Friday 9 - 4:30 580-213-7388
ARTS & CRAFTS
306 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 305
Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5pm 580-213-7402
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS
446 McAffrey Ave. Bldg 314 Ste. 15
Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9am-4:30pm 580-213-6330
BRADLEY FITNESS CENTER
414 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 316
Monday - Thursday 5am - 11pm, Friday 5am - 9pm
Saturday & Sunday 8am - 8pm
Holiday Hours: 8am - 4pm 580-213-7670
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
336 Phillips Rd. Bldg 336
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm 580-213-7310
SCHOOL AGE CARE
323 McAffrey Ave. Bldg. 323
Monday - Friday 2:30 - 5:30pm (in school days) No school days - 7:00 - 5:30pm 580-213-7474
YOUTH & TEEN CENTER
455 Fields St. Bldg. 455
Mon - Thurs 2:30 - 6pm, Friday 2:30 - 9pm (in school) Mon - Thurs 12 - 6pm, Friday 12 - 9pm (no school) 580-213-7166 & 580-213-6762
CROSSWINDS CLUB
454 Fisher Rd. Bldg. 601
Monday - Friday 10:30am - 1:30pm 580-213-7824
246 Brown Pkwy Bldg. 500 Ste. 124 See Website for hours 580-213-5074
CALENDAR
MAY RECAP
We celebrated Mother’s Day in style with a Designer Bag Bingo event! Four lucky winners took home gorgeous designer purses, while others snagged raffle prizes and beautiful flower arrangements. It was a fun-filled day of excitement and well-deserved pampering. (Check out one of our lucky winners pictured on the left!) For event photos, visit flickr.com and search vance71fss
THE MURPH CHALLENGE
On May 22, Team Vance honored the legacy of Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy with the annual Murph Challenge—a demanding workout consisting of a 1-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air squats, and another 1-mile run. This tribute pushed participants to their limits while fostering camaraderie and remembrance. Thank you to everyone who joined us in paying tribute to our fallen heroes.
MOTHERS DAY DESIGNER BAG BINGO
KIDS RUN & SUMMER READING PROGRAM
We kicked off the summer season with two awesome events! The Kids Run had little racers sprinting to the finish line, earning medals and big smiles along the way. Right after, families headed to the Library for our Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party featuring the wildly entertaining Will Stuck.
THIS MONTH
TRIVIA NIGHT
OUTDOOR FITNESS CLASSES
Join us for outdoor fitness every Monday in June from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. We’ll kick things off in the Group Exercise Room, then take it outside to the Shred Shed for a workout that’ll wake you up better than coffee. Kellie and Jenny will lead the way with a different format each week, so no two classes are the same. Come ready to sweat and see what the summer has in store.
Grab your crew and test your knowledge at Trivia Night on Tuesday, June 11 at 6 p.m. It’s also Wingman Wednesday, so you can count on bar food, wings, and a little friendly competition at the poker tables too. Bring your brainpower and your appetite—it’s all happening at the Club.
MARIO KART TOURNAMENT
PATRIOTIC PORCH SIGN
Get crafty with us on Wednesday, June 12 at 6 p.m. as we paint 9.5 x 4 ft wood planks to create bold, patriotic porch signs—just in time for summer. All supplies are included, and it’s only $15 to join.
Sign-ups are required by June 9 — limited spots available! Email holly.lavicky@us.af.mil or call 580-213-7402 to reserve your spot.
Ready to test your racing skills? Join us Friday, June 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Vance Library for a high-speed bracketed tournament. Prizes go to the top three finishers. This is an Airmen-only event.
Register by 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10 to claim your spot on the leaderboard.
THIS MONTH
SUMMERFEST & CAR SHOW
Kick off the season with Summerfest on Saturday, June 21 at 5 p.m. at the Crosswinds Club! Check out the car show, enjoy live music, grab dinner from local food trucks, and cool off with water slides and inflatables. We’ll also have kids activities, yard games, and more summer fun for the whole family.
To sign up, visit https://bit.ly/SummerfestRegistration2025.
QUARTERLY POKER TOURNAMENT
Put your poker face to the test on Wednesday, June 27 at 6 p.m. at the Club. The top 10 point earners automatically qualify, and there’s a $20 buy-in for all others. Prizes go to the top two players. Bar and food will be available. Don’t miss your shot at the pot.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Join Outdoor Recreation for an evening ride on the Enid Mountain Bike Trail! We’re heading out Thursday, June 27 at 6 PM. Call 580-213-7348 to sign up!
FOREIGN LANGUAGE ORAL PROFICIENCY (OPI) BRIEF
Looking to certify your language skills? Schedule your Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) for Thursday, June 5 at 2 PM. This assessment evaluates your speaking abilities in a specific language. To register or learn more, contact the Education Center at 580-213-7388
NEXT MONTH
WILD WEST
Saddle up for Wild West on July 26 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Crosswinds Club! Enjoy live music, food, drinks, and a whiskey tasting for just $15.
More details coming soon—but be sure to mark your calendar for this evening of western-style fun.
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH & STEM FAIR
Join us July 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the School Age Center for our annual Back to School Bash and STEM Fair! Mad Science from Edmond, OK will lead exciting science presentations in each activity room, while schools and base organizations set up in the gym.
Students can collect school supplies at each table they visit, and we’ll have food trucks, snow cones, face painting, and even on-site immunization scheduling. It’s a fun and educational way to gear up for the new school year!
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Meet Ramy, our Community Cohesion Coordinator! She’s all about building community through fun, engaging programs that help personnel and their families connect, grow, and thrive together.
Meet Joyce! She’s the Community Child Care Coordinator here at Vance. Joyce helps families by providing access to child care options that fit their needs. Whether it’s on base or off, she’s your go-to for community child care education, resources, and referral services.
Meet Janet, our Recreation Specialist of Community Activities! She brings the fun to the forefront as a Recreation Specialist, planning events, running programs, and keeping the community engaged and entertained!
We asked Janet what event she’s most excited for this summer and she said Summer Fest.
Sergio is our Library Specialist at Vance Library, helping connect people with books, tech support, and great service every day.
When asked what he’s most looking forward to this summer, he said: “I’m excited to see how many people get into reading this summer and start using the Beanstack app. I think it’ll be fun to watch the reading progress and see how the community gets involved.”
JOYCE WILKINSON
SERGIO KLEIN-TORRES
JANET PITTS
RAMY STEVENS
THE FALCON’S GRILL
MAUI CHICKEN SANDWICH BASKET
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Grilled chicken, sliced ham, Swiss-American cheese, pineapple, lettuce, and tomato with Maui sauce on a pretzel bun. Served with your choice of fries or tots.
THE CROSSWINDS CLUB
FRIED CHICKEN
June 1-7
Fried Chicken served with mashed potatoes and corn
PHILLY CHEESESTEAK
June 8-14
Philly steak with onions, bell peppers, and cheese on a hoagie, served with fries
CHICKEN ALFREDO
June 15-21
Chicken Alfredo served with garlic bread
THE LEGACY
June 22-28
turkey, ham, cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and spicy tomato on a hoagie served with house fried chips
BBQ PULLED PORK SANDWICH
June 29 - July 5
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich served with a baked potato and coleslaw $9.50
ARTS & CRAFTS
PATRIOTIC PORCH SIGN
JUNE 12
Get crafty with us on Wednesday, June 12 at 6 p.m. as we paint 9.5 x 4 ft wood planks to create bold, patriotic porch signs—just in time for summer. All supplies are included, and it’s only $15 to join.
Sign-ups are required by June 9 — limited spots available!
WHAT WE OFFER
Looking for the perfect gift or a way to add a personal touch to your home? Our Arts & Crafts Center has you covered! We offer a fantastic range of engraving services, from elegant wine glasses and whiskey tumblers to custom wooden wall hangings, coasters, leather notebooks, keychains, flasks, and unique wooden clocks. If you’re interested in our sublimation services, choose from stylish hats, mugs, t-shirts and more! And don’t forget about our fun rubber bracelets and custom steins, perfect for any occasion! Let us create something special for you!
THE FALCON’S NEST
BOWLING CENTER
LUNCHTIME BOWLING
MONDAY - FRIDAY ALL SUMMER
Spend $10 or more on lunch this summer and enjoy a free game of bowling—shoes included. Available daily from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Falcons Nest Bowling Center.
Your prepaid bowling shoes card is good for up to 30 uses, but pays itself off after just 8!
Grab yours today at the front desk of the Falcon’s Nest Bowling Center for just $30!
VANCE LIBRARY
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
HAPPENING NOW!
Our Summer Reading Program is in full swing! Readers of all ages can log books, earn prizes, and join us for fun activities all summer long. Don’t miss out—sign up today and start your reading adventure here: https://vanceafb.beanstack.org
DID YOU KNOW?
Our library offers so much more than just books! You can enjoy a wide selection of audiobooks for all ages, perfect for listening on the go or during your downtime. We also have a great collection of DVDs featuring the latest movies and TV shows for your next movie night. Looking for something more interactive? Borrow one of our preloaded tablets, which come packed with educational and entertainment apps for both kids and adults. For family fun nights, don’t forget to check out our selection of board games, or dive into our collection of video games for Xbox One, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. There’s something for everyone, so come explore all the entertainment options available at the library!
VANCE ITT
Information, Tickets, & Travel
ITT IS ON THE MOVE!
To better serve customers, the Information, Tickets, and Travel (ITT) Office has relocated to the Arts & Crafts Building, Bldg. 305. This new location offers easier access and a more convenient experience for planning vacations, purchasing discounted tickets, and exploring travel options. Visitors are encouraged to stop by and see the updated space while taking advantage of all the services ITT has to offer.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Information, Tickets, and Travel (ITT) Office provides discounted tickets to amusement parks, sporting events, and local entertainment experiences. With access to more than 100 venues nationwide, ITT offers savings on destinations like Disney, Universal Studios, statewide concerts, and local attractions. Services are available to all base cardholders.
Whatever your vacation looks like, ITT has an option for you. Contact the office today for a personalized vacation plan and discount codes on flights, hotels, and transportation for your ideal getaway.
• Hotels & Resorts
• Transportation & Flights
• Local Sports Tickets
• Theme Parks
• Travel Planning & More!
WE SALUTE YOU
• 2-Park and 3-Park tickets and vacation packages available. (Does not include admission to Universal Epic Universe.)
• Eligible Service Members are active or retired members of all branches of the U.S. Military, including the National Guard, Reservists, and/or their spouses, 100% Disabled Veterans and Department of Defense civilian personnel with valid U.S. Military ID.
