Kids
Juniors can learn golf the easy way with Golf 4 Kids at Whispering Firs Golf Course at JBLM McChord Field. Group lessons cost only $99 per person for weekday instruction from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Lessons are taught by the student-centered Life Master LPGA resident professional. Lessons include
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Brunch for Mom at McChord Take your mother out to an annual favorite - Mother's Day Brunch May 13 at the McChord Club. Brunch is served from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and costs $19.95 for adults, $18.95 for seniors, $10.95 for ages 6 to 10 and $4
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Whether you're golfing at Eagles Pride or Whispering Firs, you'll be treated to the same $35 weekday special through October. Pay only $35 for greens fees and a shared cart, and you'll also get an $8 food voucher for the golf course diner at either Lacey Creek Café or
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Hike Mount Si April 28: $30. Mount Si is one of the most popular hikes in Washington. Hit the trail on a route to the summit that meanders through several ecosystems and provides views of more than 3,000 feet down to the valley and I-90, as well as
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Leavenworth ale party April 21: $55. Head to Leavenworth to celebrate "An Ale of a Party." Once a year, 22 breweries from around the world gather in Leavenworth to pour samples of their brews, while food vendors and popular bands entertain their thirsty guests. Trip fee includes
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Skagit Tulips by Bike April 14: $50. The beauty of hundreds of acres of tulips awaits! On this guided bike ride through the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, you'll tour the RoozenGaarde gardens, view open fields and stop in the small tourist town of La Conner
Kids
Children ages 7 to 18 may sign up for a weeklong Performance Workshop during spring break and perform at the annual JBLM Kids' Fest. The day after Kids' Fest, participants wrap up with a theater party. The workshop meets April 2-6, 1 to 4 p.m. at Bowl
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Ski Reflection Lake March 24: $40. Head out for a Saturday cross-country ski trip. Beginning at Narada Falls in Mount Rainier National Park, we'll ski up Stevens Canyon to Reflection Lake and then on to an overlook of the Tatoosh Range. Gear is provided. Difficulty: difficult; distance:
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Snowshoe Sun Top March 17: $35. This snowshoe trip takes us close to Huckleberry Creek on Sun Top Ridge near the Snoqualmie Pass Saturday. Enjoy an excellent view and warm up with hot cocoa. Snowshoes and poles are provided. Difficulty: more difficult; distance: 9.5 miles;
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Military day at Crystal March 9. $40. Ski or ride Crystal Mountain for half price. Lift tickets should be purchased at the mountain. Gear and transportation are provided. (Transportation only: $20) Moonlight snowshoe March 9. $35. Head to the Snoqualmie Pass area on the night of the full
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Ski/board White Pass March 3. $95. Head to White Pass. The trip fee includes gear, lift ticket and transportation. Sign up for a lesson at no extra charge. (Transportation only: $20) ATV rider course March 3. $25. If you've never been on an all-terrain vehicle or want to
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The Heroes Sports Lounge inside Cascade Community Center is open Saturdays, 6 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. starting March 3. Watch televised sports action and attend special events. Heroes Lounge is on Bitar and S. Division at Lewis Main in Building 2400. For more information, call 964-0331.
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Sign up for the JBLM St. Patty's Day 5K and 10K Run to be held March 17 at the FMWR Fest Tent behind Bowl Arena Lanes. Wear green and celebrate afterward with live Irish music, food and drink, door prizes and awards presentation. Packet pick-up begins at
Education
The United States Army Special Forces Scholarship Fund is accepting applications for its 2012.Scholarship awards program. Sons and daughters of active and retired 1st SFG 18-Series Soldiers and non-18-Series Soldiers who have served in 1st SFG for at least five years are eligible. Scholarship applications will
Health
Tired of your fitness routine? Get fit two new ways for free at the McChord Fitness Center Annex, Building 726. TRX Suspension Training meets Tuesdays from noon to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 to 1 p.m. Koncept Fit 101 meets for eight weeks at 6 p.m. starting
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PWOC Bible studies Are you looking for a fresh start in the New Year? Are you hoping for genuine friendships in a safe and inspirational environment? Join us at the McChord Field Chapel Support Center. We offer women's Bible studies and fellowship every Wednesday evening
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Bowling, soccer info The intramural bowling informational meeting is Tuesday at Bowl Arena Lanes on Lewis Main at 2 p.m. The bowling league runs until mid-April. The men's and women's soccer league informational meeting is also Tuesday at Cowan Stadium at 2 p.m. Female and male Soldiers, family
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Flea market sells stuff Clean out your closets, attics and spare rooms to sell your treasures at the annual JBLM Spring Flea Market. The cost is $24 for two tables/spaces or $34 for three tables/spaces for authorized ID cardholders. The flea market is being held March
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Ski Copper Creek Hut Feb. 18. $40. This will be a great day in the snow-filled Cascades spent skiing in the Mount Tahoma cross-country ski area. Ski to the Copper Creek Hut and warm up with some hot cocoa before making the trip back. Difficulty: more difficult;
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Dine with Valentine Feast on a three-course dinner in an intimate setting at The Bistro at Russell Landing at JBLM Lewis North Tuesday. The cost is $50 per couple, which also includes a glass of wine or champagne and a gift for each diner. Call 964-2813 for
