This week promises to be another exciting week at Laughlin AFB with events from several of the 47th Force Support Squadron facilities! Sign up your golf team for the Roy Goodwin Memorial Golf Tournament at Desert Oaks Golf Course, or stop by and enjoy St. Patrick’s Day specials at the family friendly Shamrock Smash at Cactus Lanes Bowling Center.
This week at Laughlin:
| Fundamental License to Carry Sat, 16 Mar | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Outdoor Recreation | 830.298.5830 | This comprehensive course offers participants the opportunity to develop confidence and proficiency through 4.5 hours of dedicated range time and fundamental exercises. Elevate your firearm skills responsibly, all for the affordable cost of $65. Ages: 16+. |
| Roy Goodwin’s Memorial Golf Tournament Sat, 16 Mar |8:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Desert Oaks Golf Course | 830.298.5451 | Join us for the Roy Goodwin Memorial Golf Tournament, honoring our late golf course manager. Highlights include a 4-person scramble, prizes, networking, and a vibrant atmosphere. Secure your spot early as space is limited. Non-members: $65, Members: $25. |
| Saturday Morning Crafts Sat, 16 Mar | 10:30 AM | Library | 830.298.5119 | Limited registration available! Reserve your spot by contacting the library. Experience a chance to explore new skills and unleash creativity in a social setting. Connect with fellow crafters, learn techniques, and enjoy a fun-filled morning. Craft, connect, and create with us! Ages: 18+. |
| Shamrock Smash Sat, 16 Mar | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Cactus Lanes Bowling Center | 830.298.5526 | Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day with the family! Join us for bowling and outdoor activities with green beer, music, roasting marshmallows, bounces houses and more. |
| St. Paddling Palooza Sun, 17 Mar | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Southwinds Marina | 830.775.7800 | Become efficient in operating and paddling on a kayak, paddleboard, and canoe. Lunch will be provided. Price $20. |
Next week:
| Spring Family Day 23 Mar | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Youth Center | 830.298.4363 | Hunt for 15k filled and golden eggs. Win prizes on carnival games, scavenger hunt, sack races, and much more! Egg hunt starts promptly at 10:00 AM. |
| Devils River Hike Sat, 23 Mar |08:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Outdoor Recreation | 830.488.3295 | Embark on a moderate hike to the rock arch at the lower east end of the Devils River Natural State Area, not open to the public. Transportation Provided by ODR. Sign up now for an unforgettable experience! |
| Unaccompanied Airman Kayaking 23-24 Mar | 09:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Southwinds Marina | 830.775.7800 | Enjoy the scenic views at Lake Amistad. This event is free for unaccompanied Airman and one guest. Due to kayaking availability, there is a max of 10 participants. |
Later:
| Clue Murder Mystery Escape Room 26-29 Mar |11:00 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 | 09:00 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. |
| 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 |
Every Week:
| Free Bowling with R4R Every Tuesday | 08:00 AM – 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 AM | 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 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 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. |
Hot Events!
Shamrock Smash
Sat, 16 Mar | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Cactus Lanes Bowling Center | 830.298.5526
Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day with the family! Join us for bowling and outdoor activities with green beer, music, roasting marshmallows, bounces houses and more.
Spring Family Day
23 Mar | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Youth Center | 830.298.4363
Hunt for 15k filled and golden eggs. Win prizes on carnival games, scavenger hunt, sack races, and much more! Egg hunt starts promptly at 10:00 AM.