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Navy Life Great Lakes
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MWR's Newsletter - August 2024
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Chicago Bears Salute to Service VIP Event
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Join USAA and the Chicago Bears on Thurs., Aug. 8 for a special Salute to Service event at Halas Hall. The event will include VIP hospitality at team practice, giveaways, exclusive access to the Bears practice facility and more!
Sponsored By:
USAA
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Cardboard Boat Regatta at Seebee Beach
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Join us for the race of the season on Wed., Aug. 21 at 3:30pm. Our annual Cardboard Boat Regatta will guarantee thrills and laughs alike! Open to all hands. Even if you aren't racing - come watch!
Sponsored By
USAA
Kids Rank
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Captain’s Cup Navy Chief Navy Pride 5K Race/2 Mile Walk
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Open to all hands! Wed., Aug. 28 at 3:30pm. This run is a tribute to all Navy Chief Petty Officers past, present, and future! All hands are welcome to join in celebrating the Navy's newest Chiefs and support your favorite Chief!
Sponsored By:
USAA
Aldridge Group
Kids Rank
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Love to play soccer? Register today for the Captain's Cup Soccer League that begins the week of Sept. 9. This league is free and open to all base personnel. Your team roster deadline is Tues., Sept. 3.
Sponsored By
Aldridge Group
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Community Recreation's August Drop-In Program
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Dress up your backpack this month by making your very own keychain! Stop by the Community Rec Office & Marina, B13 between 8:30am- 4:30pm, Fri.-Mon., to make your FREE craft this month.
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Our first Lakefront Concert was such a success, we wanted to have another one! Join us on Fri., Aug. 16 from 5-8pm at Nunn Beach for an evening of music, games, crafts, and more. Watch our Facebook page for details!
Sponsored By
USAA
Kids Rank
First Command
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Community Recreation's Fish Fest
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Summer is coming to an end and the Salmon Run is picking up! Come celebrate with the MWR team at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13 on Fri., Aug. 30. Watch our Facebook page for details!
Sponsored By
USAA
Kids Rank
First Command
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The MWR Library may be temporarily closed, but you can still participate in our Summer Reading Program! Click the link below and search for "Great Lakes NS" to register. All hands and all ages are welcome to participate. Details for claiming incentives will be announced on Facebook.
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Bears tickets are going FAST! Don’t miss your opportunity to see the Chicago Bears play at the iconic Solider Field this season. MWR has 30 season tickets to each regular season home game. Tickets go on sale for Sept./Oct. games this month. Click for details.
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Universal & WDW Special Event Tickets
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We have discounted special event tickets on select nights to Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World for events such as Halloween Horror Nights, Mickey’s No So Scary Halloween, and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas. Call us to book an appointment to purchase!
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Military & Civilian Boat Access
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It is not too late to get that boat in Lake Michigan! We have daily and seasonal launch passes available as well as a few wet slips remaining! We offer our mooring services to both Military and Civilian community. To inquire, please contact us at 847-688-5417.
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Limited seats remain for our August Basic Sailing Course. Call us today at 847-688-5417 to register.
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Live Bait & New Tackle for Sale
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The MWR Marina has live bait including night crawlers, shiners, and fatheads as well as several new tackle items. Come check out our new pre-filled tackle kits for your specific fishing related needs! We are open Fri.-Mon.: 8:30am - 4:30pm.
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The salmon run begins at the end of August into early September. MWR has fishing pole rentals available at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13 for an hourly or daily rental. We even have fishing kayak rentals if you’d like to test your luck out on the water!
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August is the warmest temperatures Lake Michigan will get this year! Take advantage of the warmer water temps and rent an hourly kayak, canoe or paddleboard rental at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13 on Fri., Sat., Sun. or Mon. from 9am-4pm, weather dependent.
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Currently accepting wait list sign-ups for our vehicle storage lots as we are at capacity. Get your name on the list before you are left in the cold! Click for more details.
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Availability is going fast! Schedule your next staycation at the MWR Great Lakes RV Campground for late summer before school begins. Call us at 847-688-6763 to reserve.
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Veterans Memorial Golf Course
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We are open for 18 holes of play; carts are available for rental based on weather and turf conditions. We have a limited time special, $48 for 18 holes with cart! Call 847-688-4593 and book your tee time. Click for current hours.
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Buckley’s is located at the Veterans Memorial Golf Course and is open and ready to take your order! Stop in on the turn, after your round, or for lunch. Open: Thurs.: Noon – 6pm; Fri. & Sat.: 9am – 3pm.
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Sip the flavors of summer at the Great Lakes Brew Club! Now stocking summer favorites from Goose Island, Tighthead, Revolution Brewing, Dogfish Head, and more from great local and regional breweries. Enjoy the blue views of Lake Michigan and stop by today. Open: Tues. & Wed.: 4:30-10pm.
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Chill Hour at the Epicenter
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Come chill at the Epicenter and take advantage of our food and drink specials! Every Tues.-Fri.: 4:30-6pm.
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Thrifty Tuesdays at the Epicenter
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Don’t miss the thrifty pizza, popcorn, and bowling deals at the Epicenter on Tuesdays from 4:30pm-7pm!
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Don't miss out on the August Limited Time offer at Spinz - a delicious pulled pork sandwich for only $6.95
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Thursday Night Karaoke and Friday Night DJ at the Epicenter
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Join us from 8-9:30pm on Thursday nights for Karaoke and on Friday nights for a live DJ including contests, food & drink special!
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The Epicenter Patio is Open!
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Enjoy the summer weather and get outside on the Epicenter patio on Thurs. from 5-9:30pm and Fri. from 5-11pm (weather permitting).
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Epicenter is the Hot Spot to Watch Live Sports
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Get your live sports fix at the Epicenter on our big screen TV’s! Come watch the 2024 Olympics, Major League Baseball, National Football League Pre Season, and Major League Baseball!
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The Liberty Program events are for enlisted E-1 to -E6 Active-Duty personnel. It is based out of the Loft Recreation Center, B2A (third deck). This month’s trips include the Renaissance Faire, Lake Forest Days Carnival, Chicago Air & Water Show, Chicago River Cruise, and a shuttle to Six Flags Great America!
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