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Navy Life Great Lakes
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MWR's Monthly Newsletter - July 2025
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Join us for a Family Foam Dance at the Beach House on Tues., July 15, from 2-4pm. Prepare to have a “foam-omenal” time as we fill the area with mountains of bubbles. This all-ages event is guaranteed to be “suds-ational.”
Sponsored By
Kids Rank,
Aldridge Electric
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Get outside this summer with Com Rec for the annual Great Navy Campout! It will take place at the lakefront from July 19-20 where your days will be full of fun family activities. The registration deadline is Fri., July 18 by noon. We can’t wait to see you!
Sponsored By
T-Mobile,
Gov X
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Annual Back to School Giveaway
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Join us on Thurs., July 24, from 4- 6:30pm for a fun-filled event with free school supplies to help you gear up for a successful academic year! Plus, catch a free showing of the “How to Train Your Dragon” movie starting at 5pm. Click for more details.
Sponsored By:
Operation Homefront,
Kids Rank,
USAA,
Compass
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Interested in Learn-to-Swim (Pre-K 1, Youth-Beginner, Youth-Intermediate, Teen / Adult) Lessons? Summer session will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting on July 15. Lessons are at B440 Indoor Pool.
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This year’s program is packed with activities you can strategize, design, and learn! Dive into puzzles, STEM challenges, crafts, and gamified reading logs. Whether you’re into chess, coding, or reading, every activity is designed to level up your fun! All hands and all ages are eligible.
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National Hot Dog Day 5K All-Terrain Run
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Join us on Wed., July 16 at 4:30pm starting at Constitution Field. Open to all eligible MWR fitness patrons, of all ages. After the race join us for a hot dog and carnival!
Sponsored By:
Suds and Dogs,
Aldridge Electric
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Are you Active Duty looking to improve swim stroke mechanics or need help with swim qualifications? Join us at our free swim clinic every Tues. and Thurs. from Noon-1pm at the Bldg. 440, Indoor Pool.
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Command Fitness Leader (CFL) Course
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(CDP: 08J7) Mon., Aug. 4 through Fri., Aug. 8. Open to Active-Duty personnel (Must meet pre-course requirements and be nominated through the Chain of Command). Application deadline: July 18.
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The Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System (NOFFS) instructs individuals on how to physically train effectively and safely, and how to make healthy nutrition choices. Wed., July 30 from 7:30-9:30am: Strength Series at Gym 4 - Warrior Zone.
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Chicago Bears Football Tickets
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Be part of an NFL game at the iconic Soldier Field Stadium this season! Tickets are available in Section 126, rows 13-16 to every regular season home game. See below for full details & sale release dates.
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Not So Scary Halloween Tickets
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Walt Disney World Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Tickets, for select nights, are on sale at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13. Call us at 847-688-5417 to book a ticket appointment to purchase!
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Hornblower Architectural Boat Tours
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Enjoy the views and learn about Chicago’s history on this architectural boat tour! Tickets are available for purchase at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina B13 by appointment.
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In the full swing of the golf season, new and exciting things are just around the corner at Buckley’s. Keep an eye out for our new menu coming out this month, and make sure to stop by and try one of our latest dishes! Buckley’s is open seven days a week and might just become your new go-to lunch spot!
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The Great Lakes Brew Club View
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Don't miss a chance to catch the view while enjoying one of our great daily specials and our vast craft beer selection! Stop in Monday through Wednesday between 4-10pm to enjoy the view, a refreshing brew, and a delicious meal!
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We are offering FREE beginner golf clinics on Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30pm throughout the summer! The clinics are limited to the first 15 participants, and open to anyone carrying a Common Access Card (civilian or military). Click below for details
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Hot Dog Mondays at the Golf Course
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Golfers are invited to Veterans Memorial Golf Course for Hot Dog Mondays from 10am to 4pm throughout the summer. The cost is only $35, and includes 18 holes of golf, a golf cart, hot dog, chips and a drink.
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Don’t miss any of the upcoming excitement at the Epicenter! See a movie, go bowling, visit Legends and enjoy our Chill Hour, order pizza and wings from Spinz, try a smoothie, or just enjoy some time off with friends. You won’t want to miss the action as your favorite baseball, basketball, and soccer teams face off. Click to go to our events list on the website!
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Make sure to stop in and try our “Limited Time Offer”, the Chicken Parmesan Sandwich (while supplies last), and starting on July 15, the BBQ Hot Dawg. To order ahead, call 847-688-4641, ext. 131 or 132. Delivery service will restart in late July. Watch our social media for the exact date!
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Launch Your Boat at the Marina
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Launch your vessel down at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina with little to no wait! Daily and seasonal rates are available for the summer season. Get out on the water today!
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Our new archery targets have arrived! Bring your own bow or you can rent a compound or recurve bow from the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13. Come down and test out our new equipment!
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Summer is here and what better way to spend the day than on the lake? The MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13 has hourly rentals available for kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, fishing kayaks, and Escape Sailboats.
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Propane Refills Available
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MWR offers propane refills for RVs and propane tanks alike. Refills start at just $17 a tank. Propane refills are available from Fri. to Mon., 8:30am to 4:30pm at the MWR Community Rec Office & Marina, B13.
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The Liberty Program events are for enlisted E-1 to E6 Active Duty personnel. They are based out of the Loft Recreation Center, B2A (third deck). Trips this month include 4th of July Parade, Sedge Meadow Hike, Milwaukee Air & Water Show, Chicago’s Museum of Science & Industry, and the Lake County Fair! Click to see everything we have planned.
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The fantasy football waters are treacherous, and only the most tactical Sailors will rise above the storm. In the High Seas Showdown, it’s sink or swim—will you chart a course to victory, or be lost to the depths of the standings? As the captain of your fantasy team, you must navigate the waves of trades, draft picks, and weekly matchups to claim your spot as the champion. “Raise your sails, set your roster, and prepare for battle. Glory awaits in the High Seas!” Free and open to first 100 players who sign up between July 31 and August 21.
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