Enjoy a range of STEAM activities and resources at JBER Library. Demos at 10 AM and 2 PM daily! SPRING BREAK POP–UP STEAM LAB
Tues 10 – Thurs 12 Mar • 12 – 5 PM
AM TODDLER TALES STORYTIME Thurs 26 Mar • 1 – 6 PM
Relax under our happy lights and enjoy some late winter “sun” at the library.
ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER
755 D St. • 907.384.3717
773fss.fswt.arts@us.af.mil
TODDLER TIME
Wednesdays
$5 • 10–10:30 AM A different craft each week
CLAY HAND-BUILDING MUSHROOMS
Sat 14 or Wed 25 Mar • 10 AM • Ages 5+
Members: $40 • Non-Members: $50
ALL CLASSES REQUIRE ADVANCED REGISTRATION
DAYTIME CLASSES • 24 HOURS
EVENING CLASSES • 72 HOURS
PAINT NIGHT• ALCOHOL INK MOOSE*
Fri 20 Mar • 5 PM • Ages 18+
Members: $40 • Non-Members: $50
GLASS FUSION SUNCATCHERS
A & C
PAINT CLASS • ALCOHOL INK MOOSE*
Sat 28 Mar • 10 AM • Ages 5+
Members: $40 • Non-Members: $50
*FRAMES ARE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE FOR BOTH ALCOHOL INK PAINTING CLASSES
Fri 20 or Sat 21 Mar • 10 AM or 2 PM • Ages 5+
Members: $25 • Non-Members: $35
PICTURE FRAME CLASS*
Sat 7, Wed 11, or Wed 25 Mar • 10 AM • Ages 12+
Members: $50 • Non-Members: $60
Who? JBERLIFE! Members What? When? 10–13 March
How? Sign ups go live
Why?
IT IS SPRING BREAK!
*BRING A 5X7” PHOTO THAT WILL BE USED FOR THE CLASS
PICK & PAINT CERAMICS
Available anytime during normal business hours. Starting at just $13, each item includes glazes, shop fees and firing. ALL AGES WELCOME!
• OPEN 24/7 –Unless temps are forecasted below 10 degrees
• RV/oversize vehicle bay opening soon, weather dependent Absolutely no vehicle maintenance is allowed inside the Car Wash Free ceramic mug to glaze at the shop Fri 6 Mar • 8 AM
Can’t make it in during normal business hours? We offer take home pick and paint ceramic kits for no additional fee, take home, paint and return at your convenience. Space is available for birthday parties and any other type of event. No extra charge if during business hours.
• $1 per minute
• Accepts quarters and dollar coins only
ARCTIC OASIS
COMMUNITY CENTER
9497 20th St. • 907.552.8528
Wine & Paint Party
Fri 27 Mar
$50 • 18+
• 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Enjoy adult beverages with proof of ID. Package includes a canvas, paint brush, and light snacks. Everything you need for a fun, creative night out.
4TH EDI TION
O M I N G S O O N
Eggcellent Adventure
Sat 4 Apr
Limited Availability
Wed 4 Mar • Registration Open Register thru SignupGenius
Hop on out to Arctic Oasis Community Center and see the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a scavenger hunt with hidden eggs, free crafts and the Bouncy Land.
Auditions
Sat 7 Mar
10 AM – 12 PM • 1 – 3 PM
Calling all singers, dancers, and musicians! We are searching for youth, teens, and adults that want to showcase their talent. No Signups Required!
Talent Show Sat 14 Mar 1 PM
Prizes including: Categories:
1st Place - $500 Adult 18+
2nd Place - $250 Teen 13-17
3rd Place - $100 Child 12 & Under Get Ready to Shine!
Located at Frontier Theater | 600 Richardson Dr.
IDITAROD DFAC
8088 25th St • 907.552.3114
MONTHLY LTOS*
March 2026
Mexican Street Corn Salad – Toasted corn, radish, parmesan, romaine, tortilla, strips, and arugula mix.
RESTAURANT ROTATION
Mon 2 Feb – Fri 27 Feb
Mon–Fri • LUNCH & DINNER Journey of
Providing opportunities to experience great regional American cuisine! The menu focuses on tastes of the Midwest with each week different.
COMMUNITY EVENT
Tues 17 Mar • LUNCH
Join us at lunch for a special Saint Patrick's Day meal with options of corned beef brisket, battered cod, herb seasoned potatoes, fries, cabbage with bacon and onions, and oven roasted carrots.
CELEBRATION MEAL
BRUNCH WEEKENDS
Served Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM! Serving breakfast skillets, pasta station, carved meats and more!
QUARTERLY LTOS*
Wrap It UP – Roast beef chimichurri sandwich with avocado, crumbled blue cheese, and chimichurri sauce on a roll.
Fire & Iron – LUNCH & DINNER
Chicken tenders, bacon berry jam, and Boursin cheese on a Southern biscuit.
Ciao Pizza – Greek chicken pizza with fresh tomato basil topping, spinach, feta, mozzarella, pepperoncini, and oregano.
Good Day – Nutella and pretzel snackbox with strawberries and pineapple.
Tues 17 Mar • LUNCH
Green & Good –
"Green Celebration" packed with vibrant samples, fun surprises, games, and photo opportunities.
*LTO: Limited Time Offer
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Hangar 7, 10286 Taxi Way #P 907.552.5435
High Flight
By John Gillespie Magee Jr.
“Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth And danced the skies on laughtersilvered wings;
Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth of sun-split clouds, and done a hundred things you have not dreamed of —wheeled and soared and swung High in the sunlit silence.
Hov’ ring there, I’ve chased the shouting wind along and flung my eager craft through footless halls of air…
Spring Ball
Sat 25 Apr • 6 – 9 PM
FREE: Members
$40: Non-Members
LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE (300)
Join us in the Sustina Room for a fun-filled night wearing your black-tie suits, ball gowns or cocktail dresses. Enjoy entertainment provided by the Midnight Sun String Quartet and an included dinner meal. Stop on by the Fireweed Lounge to pose for a photo or purchase an adult beverage.
JBERLife! Members receive two entries when wearing green. Open to both JBERLife! Members and nonmembers. Adult beverages available for purchase. Light snacks provided.
AWEC 8+
Membership MOOLA
Saturday Brunch
Sat 28 Mar • Sat 11 Apr
10 AM – 1 PM
$15: Members • $20: Non-Members
Join us for brunch with blueberry pancake bake, scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon, fruit, breakfast pastries, and yogurt with complimentary coffee and hot tea. Adult beverages, and soft drinks available for purchase.
$500 Drawing Every Thursday
Held live at Thirsty Thursday. Must be a JBERLife! Member and in attendance to win! Unclaimed $500 will roll over to the next week's drawing. Each week will increase by $100 until claimed.
Thirsty Thursdays
Every Thursday
4 – 6 PM
All ages welcome! Featuring JBERLife! membership MOOLA cash drawings! You have a chance to win BIG!
Taco Tuesdays
Every 2nd Tuesday
4 – 6 PM
$6: Members
$12: Non-Members
Adult beverages and soft drinks available for purchase.
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Celebrate the end of spring break at the annual Spring Meltdown / Slush Cup!
Join us for a Luau themed day full of fun and excitement as you show off your skiing or snowboarding skills while attempting to skim across the slush pond. We will also have a SkiMo race as well!
ACTIVITIES ARE WEATHER AND CONDITION DEPENDENT
PRIZES FOR 1ST, 2ND, & 3RD PLACE
SkiMo (UPHILL/DOWNHILL RACE) • 1 PM
Participants must run, ski, or snowshoe to the top of the hill with their equipment and ski or snowboard down.
Slush Cup • 3 PM
Participants attempt to ski or snowboard across the slush pond in their favorite costumes! Prize also given to the biggest splash!
Registration for all events begins at 10 AM in the lesson center. Registration closes 15 minutes prior to each event.
• Minimum age to participate is 13 years old.
• 16 and under must have a parents signature.
CraftS WILL BE AVAILABLE UPSTAIRS!
Magical Adventures
One Unforgettable Day
Tues 10 March · Frontier Theater
Prepare for a day of non stop wonder! We’ve brought together three unique, immersive experiences, each packed with your favorite characters. Join us for one adventure, or stay for them all!
All events feature personal meet and greets, photo opportunities, and autographs.
FREE EVENT!
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite character
All ages welcome
Magic Show with Dr. Strange
MAGIC SHOW • 2 – 3 PM
Witness the impossible at a magical show! The event kicks off with a chance to mingle with 8 of your favorite characters. Then, take your seats as Dr. Strange takes the stage for a 30-minute magic show. Featuring the other characters as his magical assistants! Every trick is centered around our heroes, with plenty of opportunities for kids in the audience to participate.
Story Time with favorite characters
STORYTIME DOORS OPEN • 12 PM
STORYTIME • 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Set sail with Captain Jack Sparrow and Elsa for a story time adventure! They’ve brought friends from their travel - Belle, Spiderman, and Captain Americato share amazing tales.
Help your favorite heroes narrate a story of heroism and listen as Belle reads from an enchanted book.
Movie Night with favorite characters/ Tangled
MOVIE DOORS OPEN • 6:30 PM
MOVIE • 7 – 8:45 PM
Bldg. 2 Richardson Dr
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS
Denali • 7377 15th St • 907.552.8304 | Sitka • 6376 15th St • 907.552.6403
Talkeetna • 11 5th St • 907.384.0686
SEUSS
Dr Seuss Celebration
Wear red, white and/or black to celebrate reading and dress like your favorite Dr Seuss characters!
16 MAR • GREEN EGGS & HAM DAY – Dress in Green!
TUES 17 MAR • OH THE PLACES YOU’LL GO DAY – Dress for success by wearing what makes you feel confident and ready to learn!
WED 18 MAR • WACKY WEDNESDAY! – Inspired by Dr Seuss, let’s celebrate our individuality by dressing in delightfully silly and unexpected ways.
THURS 19 MAR • FOX IN SOCKS DAY – Wear your silliest, craziest, and most mismatched socks to celebrate wordplay and Dr Seuss.
Month of the Military Child • Tues 30 Mar
Make a copy so you are ready to SPLASH someone you know!
FCC CDC
READ A DR SEUSS BOOK WITH YOUR CHILD WEEK • 23–27 MAR
Parents are invited to sign up for a time to come to their child’s classroom and read a Dr Seuss book. Sign-up sheets will be available in each classroom.
AT-HOME PARENT ACTIVITIES
REAL GREEN EGGS & HAM
Toss eggs and spinach into a blender then give it a whirl! Scrape down the sides and sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Pulse the blender until the spinach is fully blended. Melt butter in a small pan and begin to scramble the eggs. While the eggs are cooking, you can heat up the ham in a separate pan. Once fully cooked, serve and enjoy this irresistible meal!
Parents Night Out Parents Night Out
PARENT ACTIVITIES
PLANT STAGES
Planting and caring for several bean seeds can support your child’s understanding of a plant’s life cycle. Help your child plant 2–3 bean seeds in a clear glass or plastic container in a sunny area. Encourage your child to add water to the container as needed. Watch the seeds grow over the next several weeks and talk about the stages of growth.
Registration is open to the JBER Community Must be registered in CYPBMS to be
JBER Y OUTH GYMNASTICS
THE SPRING BREAK
SCHOOL AGE CENTERS
YOUTH CENTERS
Youth Centers FCC STAYKNOW! IN
field trip dates and times are TBD pending final reservation confirmations. We will confim dates and times as soon as they are finalized. All sign ups must be done through CYPBMS in advance. Open to enrolled SAC youth, no additional cost.
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTERS
Army Community Service: 600 Richardson Dr, Rm A139 • 907.384.1517
Military & Family Readiness: 4984 & 4986 Zuckert Avenue • 907.552.4943
Register for events on Tockify @ https://tockify.com/jbermfrc or scan this QR code.
MONEY MATTER$
Ditch the Dorms
Barracks Breakout
Tues 10 Mar • 9 – 11 AM
Bldg. 600, Rm A135 4686 Zuckert Ave.
Are you ready to move out of the dorm/barracks and into your own place? This workshop covers all the essential financial considerations and responsibilities of successfully living on your own.
Hearts Apart Family Game Night
Fri 13 Mar • 5 - 7 PM
USO, 7076 Chennault Ave.
Join us to connect with other deployed families:
• Eat a free dinner.
• Play some board games, card games, and more.
• Supplies available to make a “Welcome Home” poster for returning service member.
Hearts Apart events are available to all JBER families of current or recent deployed service members (within last 12 months) including those on Remote Tours and Extended TDYs of 30+ days.
Sponsorship Training
Thurs 5 Mar • 8 – 9:30 AM
Bldg. 4984 Zuckert Ave.
Sponsors play a vital role in helping assigned service members and their families transition to their new community. Join us for our supplemental sponsorship training to CONNECT sponsors to the JBER resources they need to help newcomers.
Tues March 17 at the Military and Family Readiness Center 3 - 5 PM Bldg 4986 Zuckert Ave.
EVERYONE WHO ATTENDS WILL GET A COUPON FOR A FREE RECREATION CENTER AT JBER
I NFORMATION
TIC K ETS & TRAVEL
Major Marine Tours is an award-winning, locally-owned Alaskan boat tour company celebrating over 30 years of sharing authentic Alaskan adventures with our guests.
In addition to providing world-class customer service, Major Marine Tours is committed to giving back to the community and promoting environmental responsibility through philanthropic giving, partnerships with local non-profit organizations, and performing environmentally-friendly practices on our vessels. Check out their webpage for more information on how they protect our environment and give back to the community.
Experienced Alaskans are the cornerstones of our tour operations.
Our team has fun and takes pride in showing visitors the amazing environment where we live and work. We love Alaska and want our visitors to have the same sense of wonder that keeps us here.
We are an Alaskan company that cares about our guests, our community, and the beautiful places that we explore.
9497 20th St. • 907.753.2378 Spring is coming!
Seward Spring Cruises
Major Marine Tours
Sat 7 March – Sun 17 May · 12:30 PM
4 Hour Spring Wildlife Cruise
Ages (12+): $96 Per Person
Ages (2 - 11): $52 Per Person
ITT ITT
Our goal is to provide you with a high-quality, authentic, environmentally responsible experience that inspires you to love Alaska as much as we do.
Kenai Fjords Tour
Thurs 12 March - Thurs 14 May
12 PM – Departure from Seward
Thursdays – Sundays
4 Hour Spring Ressurection Bay Cruise
Lunch Provided Ages (12+): $105 Per Person
Coming up For Summer!
Departure: Anchorage 6:45 AM
Arrival: Seward 11:20 AM
Departure: Seward 6 PM
Arrival: Anchorage 10:15 PM
Goldstar (seating)
Ages (12+): $353
Ages (2 - 11): $208
Adventure Class Seating
Ages (12+): $170
Ages (2 - 11): $85
Spring Skiing!
Alyeska Ski Area
Mon – Thurs
Age (6+): $50
Fri - Sun & Holidays
Age (6+): $80
*Date Specific
*Sold up to 2 weeks in advance
Hilltop Ski Area
Ages (13+): $30
Arctic Valley Ski Area
Fri – Sun & Holidays
Weekend Lift Tickets • Ages (3+): $49
Weekend Tubing • Ages (3+): $25
*Date and Time Specific
Big Swigs Tours
Anchorage Brew Tour
Daily • 2:30 PM
4 hour tour of Anchorage’s finest breweries.
Inlcudes a minimum of 14 beer
tastings from 3 different brewery stops and complimentary charcuterie boards.
Participating Breweries:
King Street Brewing, Midnight Sun Brewing Company, Cynosure Brewing, & Turnagain Brewing
Ages (21+): $160 Per Person
*3 person minimum
Know Before You Go
FACILITY CLOSURES
JBERLife! PRINTSHOP
907.5528304 7737 15th St
907.552.6403
6376 15th St
Instructional Youth Programs
907.384.1506
297 6th St
Mon–Fri: 9 AM– 6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
School Age Centers
ILLA
907.384.1068
36100 Grady Hwy
Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
KETCHIKAN
907.552.5091
7163 11th St
Mon–Fri: 6–9:30 AM & 3–5:30 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
School Liaison Services
907.384.7500/1505
600 Richardson Dr, Rm A–140
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth / Teen Centers
2RIVERS
907.384.1508
297 6th St
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS
Mon–Fri: 10–6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
KENNECOTT
907.552.2266
6104 Carswell Ave
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS
Mon–Fri: 10–6 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth Sports
907.552.3215
907.384.0686
907.552.3995 5091 10th St Mon–Fri Walk ins: 8 AM–11 AM By appointments: 11 AM–5 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
6104 Carswell Ave Mon–Fri: 12–5 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Aero Club
907.552.5435
Hangar 7, 10286 Taxi Way #P Mon–Fri: 10 AM–3 PM Family
Iditarod DFAC
for programs, information, and more:
7 Fourth St • jberlibrary@gmail.com
& Fri: 9 AM–6 PM
& Thurs: 9 AM–7 PM
10 AM–6 PM
10 AM–5 PM
Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
907.552.2345
9387 Kuter Ave
4–6 PM
Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
907.753.PINS (7467)
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: Closed Thurs: 12–8 PM
Fri & Sat: 12–10 PM
Sun: 1–6 PM
Family Day Hours: 7 PM–2 AM Federal Holidays: Closed
Talkeetna Theater
7126 Fighter Dr
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–8 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Warrior Zone
907.384.9006
655 Richardson Dr
Tue–Thurs: 9 AM–5 PM
Fri & Sat: 12–8 PM
Sun & Mon: Closed
Federal Holidays: Closed
JBADD
907.384.RIDE (7433)
BOSS
907.384.9023/907.406.4405
Buckner Fitness Center
907.384.1308
690 D St
Mon–Fri: 5 AM–9 PM
Sat–Sun: 11 AM–7 PM
Training Holidays: 7 AM–7 PM
Family Day Hours: 7 AM–7 PM Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only
BUCKNER FITNESS POOL
907.384.1302
Visit jberlife.com/buckner-pool for current hours.
POLAR PARADISE POOL ($6.50)
907.384.1302
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed Visit jberlife.com/polar-paradise-pool for current hours.
Elmendorf Fitness Center
907.552.3624
9510 22nd St
Mon–Fri: 4:30 AM–9 PM
Sat: 7 AM–3 PM
Family Days: 7 AM–7 PM Federal Holidays: Fitness Access Only
ELMENDORF FITNESS POOL
907.552.9890
Federal Holidays: Closed Visit jberlife.com/efc-pool for current hours.
Hangar 5
907.552.3624
7309 Johnson Ave
STAFFED HOURS:
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–9 AM & 3 PM–6 PM 24/7 Access Available
FOOD
Frost Bites at Polar Bowl
7176 Fighter Dr
Mon–Wed: 10:30 AM–4 PM
Thurs: 10:30 AM–7 PM
Fri: 10:30 AM–9 PM Sat: 12–9 PM Sun: 1–5 PM
Family Days: 10:30 AM–4PM
Federal Holidays: Closed Grizzly Grill
907.384.1780
27000 Arctic Valley Rd
907.552.3114
8088 25th St
MON–FRI
Breakfast: 6–9 AM
Lunch: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM
Dinner: 4:30–6:30 PM
Midnight: 10 PM–12 AM
SAT, SUN & FEDERAL HOLIDAYS
Breakfast: 6:30–8:30 AM
Lunch: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM
Dinner: 4:30–6:30 PM
Midnight: 10 PM–12 AM
DAILY GRAB & GO: 6 AM–6:30 PM
Provisions On Demand (POD)
907.551.0850
16710 Talley Ave
Mon–Fri: 7 AM–8 PM
UTA Weekends: 6 AM–7 PM
Family Days & Federal Holidays: Closed
Revolution Coffee Co.
9497 20th St
Mon–Fri: 6 AM–6 PM
Sat–Sun: 11 AM–4 PM
Wilderness Inn Restaurant
907.384.6048
647 C St
MON–FRI
Breakfast: 7–9 AM
Lunch: 11 AM–1 PM
Dinner: 4:30–6 PM
SAT, SUN, TRAINING DAYS FAMILY
DAYS & FEDERAL HOLIDAYS
Brunch: 10 AM–2 PM
Supper: 4–5:30 PM
LODGING
Alaska Fisher House
4943 Zeaner Ave
907.222.1673
Mon–Fri: 8 AM–4 PM
Family Days: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Federal Holidays: Closed
Air Force Inns (Lodging)
907.552.2454
7153 Fighter Dr
Open 24/7
OUTDOOR
Hillberg Ski Area
907.552.4838
23400 41st St
Thurs & Fri: 4 PM–8 PM
Sat, Sun & Holidays: 10 AM–6 PM
Moose Run Golf Course
907.384.4653
27000 Arctic Valley Rd CLUBHOUSE Visit mooserungolfcourse.com for current hours.
Family Days: 8 AM–8 PM Federal Holidays: Closed
►CLOSED FOR THE SEASON ►SIMULATOR AVAILABLE
Otter Lake
907.854.1734
65536 Otter Lake Rd
►CLOSED FOR THE SEASON –PLEASE CALL TO MAKE OTTER LAKE LODGE RESERVATIONS.
