Announcement:Club XL will be temporarily closing for new flooring to be installed beginning Mon, 18 Mar for approximately 6-8 weeks. Please visit our other food establishments throughout base such as Cactus Lanes Bowling Center and Silver Wings for all your food needs. We understand that change can be challenging, but we truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this process. Our team is working diligently to reopen Club XL aimed at creating an even better experience for you. Look forward to new hours of operation upon our reopening and stay tuned to www.LaughlinFSS.com for more updates!
This Week at Laughlin:
| Clue Murder Mystery Escape Room 26-29 Mar |1100 AM – 4:00 PM| Library | 830.298.5119 | An hour-long Clue Murder Mystery Escape Room experience available for groups of 4-8 people who are 18+. It offers suspense, strategy, and excitement. Call the library to schedule a time for your team. |
| Book Club Thu, 28 Mar | 5:30 PM | Library |830.298.5119 | Come and discuss this month’s book club book “Happiness Falls” by Angie Kim. Whether you finished or didn’t finish the book, all are welcome! |
| 4 Person Scramble Sat, 30 Mar | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM| Desert Oaks Golf Course | 830.298.5451 | Gather your team of golf enthusiasts and join us for a thrilling day on the greens! |
| Easter Pin Decorating Sat, 30 Mar | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Cactus Lanes Bowling Center | 830.298.5526 | Join us in decorating Easter bowling pins! Pins and decorating supplies will be provided. |
Next Week:
| 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament Registration 03-24 Apr | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join our exciting tournament-style league at the Losano Fitness Center Basketball Court! Open to 7-10-year-olds, this is your chance to experience competitive basketball in a fun and supportive environment. Learn, compete, and make new friends! Cost: $35.00 per participant. The league runs from May 15, 2024, to June 19, 2024. Coaches needed—interested in volunteering? Contact the Youth Center at 830.298.4363. |
| Wear Blue Wednesday-Stand Up to Child Abuse: Month of the Military Child Every Wed in Apr | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join us in raising awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month by participating in “Wear BLUE Wednesday.” Stand Up to Child Abuse and show your support throughout the month of April. |
| Financial Fridays Fri, 5 Apr | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | MFRC | 830.298.5620 | Join us for Financial Fridays at the Military and Family Readiness Center for assistance with filing your taxes. Whether you have questions, concerns, or are a first-time tax filer, our experts will be available to help you navigate the process. |
| Purple Up Fridays: Month of the Military Child Every Fri in Apr | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join us in a month-long tribute to the Month of the Military Child! Wear purple every Friday in April to show your support and appreciation for the resilience of our military children. |
| Parent and Child Basketball Fridays: Month of the Military Child Every Fri in Apr |5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Losano Fitness Center | 830.298.5251 | Parent and Child Basketball Fridays offer a family-friendly environment where parents and children can come together to enjoy the thrill of basketball and the joy of being active. Whether you’re a seasoned basketball player or just looking to have fun, this event is open to all skill levels and ages. |
| Give Parents a Break (CDC) & Creative Night (YC) Sat, 6 Apr | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Child Development Center: 830.298.5419 | Youth Center: 830.298.4363 | Give Parents a Break is a program that offers four hours of care for $32 on one Saturday per month, alternating between daytime and evening. If you request a referral from a First Sergeant, Commander, the Chapel, the Airman & Family Readiness Center, or Family Advocacy, you can receive a free voucher. This program is open to ALL base personnel. A minimum of eight vouchers must be received for this program to operate, so don’t be afraid to ask! If eight vouchers are not received, this event will be cancelled with at least three days notice. The registration deadline is always the Wednesday before. |
Later:
| 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament Registration 03-24 Apr | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join our exciting tournament-style league at the Losano Fitness Center Basketball Court! Open to 7-10-year-olds, this is your chance to experience competitive basketball in a fun and supportive environment. Learn, compete, and make new friends! Cost: $35.00 per participant. The league runs from May 15, 2024, to June 19, 2024. Coaches needed—interested in volunteering? Contact the Youth Center at 830.298.4363. |
| Wear Blue Wednesday-Stand Up to Child Abuse: Month of the Military Child Every Wed in Apr | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join us in raising awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month by participating in “Wear BLUE Wednesday.” Stand Up to Child Abuse and show your support throughout the month of April. |
| Purple Up Fridays: Month of the Military Child Every Fri in Apr | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join us in a month-long tribute to the Month of the Military Child! Wear purple every Friday in April to show your support and appreciation for the resilience of our military children. |
| Parent and Child Basketball Fridays: Month of the Military Child Every Fri in Apr |5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Losano Fitness Center | 830.298.5251 | Parent and Child Basketball Fridays offer a family-friendly environment where parents and children can come together to enjoy the thrill of basketball and the joy of being active. Whether you’re a seasoned basketball player or just looking to have fun, this event is open to all skill levels and ages. |
| Intramural Basketball Registration 8-26 Apr | Losano Fitness Center | 830.298.5251 | Claim your bragging rights! Join us for the Morale and Welfare event at the Losano Fitness Center BB court. Open registration begins on April 8, 2024, and the last date to sign up is April 26, 2024. Coaches meeting on April 18 (subject to change). Cost: $0. Don’t miss out! |
| Week of the Young Child 8-12 Apr | Child Development Center | 830.298.5419 | Join us for a delightful week of discovery and joy! Each day brings something special: Music Monday, Tasty Tuesday, Work Together Wednesday, Artsy Thursday, and Family Friday. Parents, come play and learn alongside your little ones! Note: Accredited by NAEYC, let’s celebrate early childhood education and nurture a lifelong love for learning. |
| National Library Week 09-13 Apr | Library | 830.298.5119 | Discover Laughlin AFB’s hidden gem – the Library! Join us for a special Open House event where you can make a library account and explore a wide range of items, including books, video games, and audio books. Take guided tours, connect with your library community, and learn about the diverse resources available. |
| Spring Book Swap 09-13 Apr | Library | 830.298.5119 | Looking for new reading material? Join us for a Book Swap at the Library! Bring your gently used books and exchange them for something new to read. |
| Celebrating Brilliant Minds One Day at a Time QIT/Family Night Tue, 9 Apr |4:15 PM – 5:15 PM| Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Youth and families will come together to celebrate the Month of the Military Child and promote Child Abuse Prevention. Engage in brilliant activities and connect with the Integrated Prevention Workforce, Family Advocacy, SAPR, and MFLC. |
| Financial Fridays Fri, 12 Apr | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM| MFRC | 830.298.5620 | Join us for Financial Fridays at the Military and Family Readiness Center for assistance with filing your taxes. Whether you have questions, concerns, or are a first-time tax filer, our experts will be available to help you navigate the process. |
| Spring Youth Golf Camp Sat, 13 Apr | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM| Desert Oaks Golf Course | 830.298.5451 | Join us for an exciting and educational day at the Desert Oaks Spring Youth Golf Camp! This event is specially designed for Laughlin AFB Youth, ages 5 through 12, who are interested in learning the ins and outs of golf. |
| Sonora Caverns Hike Sat, 13 Apr | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Outdoor Recreation | 830.488.3295 | Join us for an unforgettable adventure as we explore the stunning Sonora Caverns on an intimate and expertly guided walking tour. Discover almost two miles of highly decorated cave passages, marveling at the natural wonders that have formed over decades. The tour, which lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, will lead you through breathtaking underground landscapes, descending to a depth of 155 ft. below the surface. Be prepared to navigate 360 stair-steps as you embark on this captivating journey into the heart of the earth. |
| Youth Skating Night Sat, 13 Apr | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM |Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Join our Youth Night @ The Spot, an exciting event for ages 9-18 with the YC. Come enjoy an evening filled with joy, food, and roller skating to the beats! Tickets are $35 for members and $45 for non-members. |
Every Week:
| Free Bowling with R4R Every Tuesday | 8:00 PM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Cactus Lanes Bowling Center | 830.298.5526 | In affiliation with SAPI, unaccompanied military bowl free every Tuesday. Two lanes reserved, limit 3 games per person. |
| Story Time Every Friday | 11:00 PM | Library | 830.298.5119 | Join the Library for a story and a simple craft in the children’s room! |
| Makerspace Weekends Every Friday & Saturday | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Fri) & 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Sat) | Library | 830.298.5119 | Visit the Library to participate in activities such as LEGOs, board games, 3-D pens, OZOBOTS, and more! |
| Dine & Bowl Every Mon-Fri | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM & 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Cactus Lane Bowling Center| 830.298.5526 | Dive into the football frenzy with our exclusive offers! Enjoy discounted bowling at just $2.00 per game, indulge in our Loaded Nacho Special for $7.25, savor our Loaded Fry Special priced at $5.25, and grab a discount of $1.00 off beer buckets. |
| Friday Fiasco Every Fri | 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Desert Oaks Golf Course | 830.298.5451 | Join the exclusive R&R event tailored for unaccompanied Airmen! Delight in a complimentary 9-hole round of golf at Desert Oaks Golf Course. Relax, have fun, and tee off with fellow Airmen—no cost attached. It’s an R&R treat exclusively for unaccompanied Airmen. |
Easter Pin Decorating
Sat, 30 Mar | 11:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Cactus Lanes Bowling Center | 830.298.5526
Join us in decorating Easter bowling pins! Pins and decorating supplies will be provided.