NEWS BRIEFS

CREDO LEADERSHIP RETREAT

The NASCC Chaplain’s office will be hosting their 2nd annual CREDO Leadership Retreat, held at Camp Zepher, Feb. 28 - March 1. This free retreat is open to all service members E-1 through E-6 CREDO Retreats are in high demand: all registrations are based on a “first-come, first-serve” policy as there are limited seats available. For more information or to register, contact Charokee Molina at (361) 961-3751/3786.

FREE TAX FILING SERVICE

RLSO SE will not be providing in-person help for tax services this year. Military OneSource MilTax offers free tax services for service members, retirees and their dependents. the tax services include easy-to-use tax prep and e-filing software, personalized support from tax consultants, and current information about filing taxes in the military. For more information, visit militaryonesource.mil or call (800) 342-9647.

CAPITOL WALK CHALLENGE

MWR is holding a Lone Star State Capitol Walk during the months of February and March. This eight-week incentive challengeconsists of walking a total of 462 miles over the course of the challenge, to replicate walking to the city of Austin and back to Corpus Christi. Finishiers recieve a fitness challenge coin. Sign up at the Fitness Express. Call 961-3164 for more information.

MWR TICKETS AND TRAVEL

Planning to visit attactions in Texas or go to a Corpus Christi Icerays game? Get your tickets at the Community Recreation Tickets & Travel Office.

The Community Recreation Tickets & Travel Texas Attraction Price List is now available at www.navymwrcorpuschristi.com under the Recreation – Community Recreation – Tickets & Travel tab, under downloads at the bottom right of the page.

For more information, call 961-1293.

NEW YEAR RESOLUTION CARDIO

MWR is hosting a New Year Resolution Kick Off Cardio-thon at Fitness Express, Jan. 23 from 2:30 to 4:45 p.m.

Cardio dance begins at 2:30; Indoor cycling begins at 3:45.

For more information, call (361) 961-3164.

REVIEW YOUR LES

DON civilian employees are highly encouraged to review their biweekly LES to ensure accurate benefits deductions. Benefits changes submitted during the previous Open Season should be reflected in the Jan. 24 LES.

FAMILY FITNESS CLASS

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

This class is 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.

CARDIO DANCE FITNESS CLASS

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

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

For more information, call 961-3164.

SUPER BOWL PARTY

MWR is hosting a Supr Bowl party at the Catalina Club, Feb. 2. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Game starts at 5 p.m.

For more information, call 961-1293 or 961-1155.

JUNK YARD SALE

MWR will be holding a Junk Yard sale on March 14, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Come sell your unwanted items or browse through other folks’ items. Craft sales are also welcomed.

Limited spaces and tables available. Pre-registration at Community Rec. is highly suggested.

For more information, call (361) 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.

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB

The Creative Writing Club will meet at the Library & Resource Center, Jan. 23, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Join the writing group where fellow writers share and critique each other’s work. The group will meet in Library Conference Room One. For more information, call (361) 961-3574.

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.

BABY TIME AT THE LIBRARY

The Library and Resource Center (Bldg. 1872) holds Baby Time every Thursday from 10 - 11 a.m.

Eligible patrons can bring their children ages 2 and younger to enjoy short stories, songs and felt board activities.

For more information, contact the Library and Resource Center at 961-3574.

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.