NEWS BRIEFS

HOLIDAY CARD CONTEST

MWR would like to invite departments and commands aboard NASCC to enter the Annual Holiday Card Display Contest.

Decorate one 4-foot by 8-foot sheet of plywood. (You are welcome to add decorations outside of the card; however, only items on the plywood will be judged.) Use weather-friendly materials for card decorations. Cards will be displayed in the Wings Auditorium courtyard during the holiday season. Prizes will be awarded for the top three cards. Prize money will go into the winning command’s unit allocation fund.

N9 entities and private organizations are welcome to participate in the contest, but are not eligible to win prize money. Holiday card displays are due at the Community Recreation/Marina Office, no later than 10 a.m. on Dec. 9. Winners will be announced on Dec. 12, at the MWR Holiday Tree Lighting - Texas Snow Party.

If plywood is needed, please call 961-1293 by noon on Nov. 20. Plywood will be available for pick up at the Community Rec/Marina office beginning on Nov. 22.

THANKSGIVING DINNER

MWR is hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner for all unaccompanied and duty-status active-duty military, Nov. 28.

The meal hours will be from 11:30 a.m - 2:30 p.m. at the Catalina Club. NFL football will be available for viewing during and after the meal. For more information, call 961-1293.

5K TURKEY TROT

MWR is holding a 5K Turkey Trot on Nov. 27 at 9 a.m. in the Protestant Chapel parking lot.

First 100 runners will recieve a free mini pie. A drawing will be held for four turkey trotters to receive a frozen turkey.

Pre-registration is available at Fitness Express before the day of the event.

Call 961-3164 for more information.

NFL SUNDAY TICKET

Watch NFL football games at the Catilina Club.

Stop by the club and cheer on your favorite team every Sunday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. with the NFL Sunday Ticket on eight 80-inch HD televisions.

For more information, call (361) 961-1155.

CARDIO DANCE FITNESS CLASS

There is a free cardio dance group fitness class held at Fitness Express every Monday and Wednesday from 9 -10 a.m.

This cardio class uses music and easy to follow dance moves combining fast and slow rythems. All fitness levels are welcome.

For more information, call 961-3164.

TOYS FOR TOTS

Marines are collecting new unwrapped gifts and toys for their annual Toys for Tots Drive. They are collecting items through Dec. 1. Items collected will benefit the less fortunate in the local area. Collection boxes are located at the NOSC. For more information contact 1st Sgt. Jeffrey Williams at 961-1593.

FAMILY FITNESS CLASS

MWR has a new Family Fitness class every Saturday at 10 a.m. at Fitness Express.

This class for parents and children ages 7 and up. The Family Fitness class is free for authorized MWR patrons, and includes a full body workout with basic cardio drills, functional strength training, and flexibility work.

Everyone comes together for group stretching at the end of the class. Call 961-3164 for more information.

KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT

Create your own salt dough keepsake ornament while watching the Army/ Navy footbal game at the Catalina Club.

This free craft event will be .held Dec. 14, from 3 - 5 p.m.

For more information, call 961-1293.

FREE BOWLING

Lighthouse Lanes Bowling Center hosts free bowling for all active-duty service members in uniform every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Contact Lighthouse Lanes at 961-3805 for more information.

3-ON-3 BASKETBALL

A 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament will be held Dec. 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the E-Street Gym.

There is a max of three people per team, first team to 21 points, or the most points after 15 minutes, wins. Single elimination. Registration opens at the gym on Dec.1.

A 3-point Shooting contest will be held prior to the tourney at 5:30. Constestants will have 60 seconds to shoot 25 balls from five different spots along the arc.

For more information, call 961-2401/2057.

MWR GUEST CARD PROGRAM

The MWR Guest Card is available to all eligible U.S. citizens who do not currently have base/MWR access.

Card program members will have permission to use the Gulf Winds Golf Course, NASCC marina, RV park and MWR food facilities. A criminal history background check is required.

For more information and pricing, contact MWR at (361) 961-2267.

EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION

Feel intimidated by all the equipment at the gym? Interested in feeling stronger but don’t know where to start? MWR has a class every Friday at 5 p.m. that can help.

Learn the basics with a certified professional at this small group style informative class. Cost: Free; POC: 961-3164.

WINE GLASS PAINTING

Create your own holidays-themed wine glass at the Wine Glass Painting Event, Dec. 18.

This event will be held at the Catalina Club from 5:30-8 p.m. Wine glass and paint are included.

For pricing and more information, call 961-1293.

FESTIVAL OF CRAFTS

MWR’s Festival of Crafts will be held at the Catalina Club, Nov. 16, from noon to 7 p.m.Vendors will be selling handmade items, holiday décor, gifts and more.

If you are interested in being a vendor at this event, Call 961-1293 for details, or stop by the Community Recreation office.