NEWS BRIEFS

NAVY BIRTHDAY 5K

Navy Region Southeast is holding a Region-wide 5K run in honor of the Navy’s 244th birthday, Oct. 18. The run begins at 9 a.m. in the Protestant Chapel parking lot. Medals awarded to the top three male and female runners! All runners are eligible to enter a separate give away of exciting prizes. Open to all ages. Registered participants will receive a commemorative T-Shirt (while supplies last). Following the run, enjoy Navy Birthday cupcakes. Pre-register at the Fitness Express, bldg. 103. Cost: Free; POC: 961-3164.

NAVY BALL

Navy Ball tickets are now on sale. This year’s Navy Ball will be held on Oct. 18 at the Solomon P. Ortiz Center.in Corpus Christi. Contact your local navy Ball representative for tickets and details. Tickets are on sale through Oct. 11. Navy Ball representatives are as follows: YN1 Crawford /AO1 Ontiveros – Admin LS1 Thompson – Air Ops MA1 Gutierrez – NASCC Security EM1 Ladzekpo / HM1 Andradefarias - NHCCC HM1 Self – NOSC Lt. Robley – CNATRA

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

MWR is looking for volunteers to help with all phases of the Haunted Clinic that will be the feature attraction for the upcoming “Spooktober” Halloween event. Help is needed for planning the event, building/decorating the set, staffing during the event and breaking down the set after the event is finished. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Community Recreation at 961-1293.

BOOK SWAP

The Library and Resource Center is holding a book swap on Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Trade your books for different ones you have never read before. Participants can drop off thier gently used books at the library prior to the swapping event. For more information, call the Library and Resource Center at 961-3574.

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.

E-STREET GYM CLOSURE

The E-Street Gym is closed for repairs while the floors are being refinished.

The gym wil remain closed through Oct. 4, and reopen during regular hours on Oct. 5.

NFL SUNDAY TICKET

NFL football games are now available for viewing 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.

FREE BOWLING

Lighthouse Lanes Bowling Center (Bldg. 1707) 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.

BOOK OR TREAT STORY TIME

Stop by the Library and Resorce Center on Oct. 24, for a family friendly night as we read stories, have a snack, make a craft, and win door prizes for best costumes. Event starts at 5:30 p.m. and is free to all authorized patrons.

BACK TO SCHOOL CARE

The Youth Activities Center back to school care program is now available.

Register now at militarychildcare.com for before-school care, after-school care or combined before/after-school care.

Care is open to children of eligible sponsors at NASCC who are ages Kindergarten through 12-years-old. (Bus transportation is available for children enrolled at Flour Bluff ISD.)

Teen Open-Rec available before school only for ages 13 – 18 (Limited space is available).

For more information, call the Youth Activities Center at 961-2355.

CATHOLIC MASS

Catholic Mass services on board NASCC have been suspended until further notice.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church is located.a short distance from the Main/ South Gate on Waldron Rd.

A list of services and Mass schedule can be found at www.stpaultheapostlecc.com.

SPOOKTOBER

MWR is hosting a “Spooktober” event at the the base health clinic (bldg. H-100), Oct. 26, from 5 -9 p.m.

Free activities include: Haunted Clinic tour, inflatables, petting zoo, Trunk or Treat, crafts, costume contests and more.

For more information or to register your vehicle for the Trunk or Treat, contact Community Recreation at 961-1293.

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.