It’s April- school’s almost out and you need some time to yourself.  Ladies, get your girlfriends and come have a blast at GIRL’S NIGHT OUT!   And the best part about the whole night is…no BOYS and no KIDS.  Get a massage, get a feather in your hair, have your nails done, shop the vendor booths, get a spray tan, socialize, eat and have a chance to win Fabulous PRIZES.  So talk to your neighbors, friends, co-workers because you don’t want to miss this amazingly good time.  May 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Horizons Community Center. FREE for Club members $5 for non-members.  Own a business? We are still accepting vendors. Call 283-4193 for details.

Operation Junior Raptor is coming up on April 21. This full day program starts at the Youth Center, but then the kids deploy to Silver Flag. The program allows children the opportunity to experience a deployment similar to what their parents go through when they deploy. It’s a great opportunity for children to see firsthand what a “deployment” really means, and what their parents do to prepare before they leave for duty. This amazing day is for kids ages first grade through twelfth grade, but your kids must be signed up. Call Airman & Family Readiness at 283-4204 to sign up!

What kind of parent would you be if you didn’t take your kids to Eggstravaganza at the Youth Center? Truth is you don’t want to find out – believe us, it can get ugly! Especially for the kids, who are listening to their friends talk about what a great time they had and how many eggs they received, wishing the entire time that their parents would have just had the foresight to take them. Poor, poor little ones… So if you don’t want this to be YOUR fate, here’s what you can do. Gather the kids Saturday morning and head over to the Youth Center. This is the Easter Event that you don’t want to miss – and it’s for all ages. The major event will be the Egg hunt, but that’s not all. There will be games, vendors, music and so much more! Call 850-283-4366 for more details. Oh and the best part — it’s FREE!  Ages 0-4 9:30 a.m.  Ages 5-8 10:00 a.m.  Ages 9-12 10:30am

Spring is finally here (although winter barely made an appearance) it’s time to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather with an evening of fun at the marina. 

On Friday, 30 March starting at 6p.m. come enjoy a breath taking sunset at the prestigious Beacon Beach Marina Club for Oyster Night.  This event will be FREE for members and $6.95 to non-members.  Bring your friends and relish in drinks, oysters and a beautiful atmosphere.  Experience the cool breeze of the bay while sipping your favorite cocktail and throwing back a few oysters.  There is no better way to end your work week or to kick off the changing seasons.  The Beacon Beach Marina Club is located near the Wood Manor II housing area.

The Horizons Community Center and Tyndall Clubs are excited to bring you three amazing nights out with “Please Your Palette.” Join us for a night of art, dinner, and drinks…this will not be your typical weekend night out. You do not have to be an artist or actually have any natural inclinations towards painting at all to have a great time with your friends. A trained instructor will walk you step by step as you create your own masterpiece to bring home. The cost is only $25 per person. Space is limited and dinner is included. Call the Heritage Club at 283-4357 to reserve your spot. The events will be held at 6 p.m. at the Horizons Community Center on March 23, April 20, and May 4.

St Patrick’s Day is this weekend; (can you believe it)!  It’s time to break out the green and enjoy a host of festivities on Tyndall.  Be sure to check out the Blarney Stone Contest at the Horizons Community Center going on now.  Guess the weight of the Blarney Stone and win 2 pizza buffets; the winner will be announced on March 16^th at 3pm.  On Wednesday March 14^th the Heritage Club is hosting a St Patty’s Day Lunch starting at 11am.  The Heritage Club Carvery will feature: corn beef, cabbage, and new potatoes as part of the lunch buffet plus your favorite Wednesday menu.  But wait there’s more; the Youth Center will host their Teen St Patrick’s Day Dance on Friday the 16^th starting at 7pm.  Don’t worry grown-ups we have a party in mind for you too. The Oasis Sports Lounge will have the Go Green St Pat’s Day Bash on the 17^th with food, specials like corn beef and cabbage, and we can’t forget about the green domestic draft drink specials for $1.25.  Come out and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Karaoke and the can’t miss Irish Jig competition starting at 8pm.  Get out your green and check out this month’s Leisure Lowdown for all events and activities around base.  

It’s March now, and for most of us that means you will start making your summer plans.  Right?  Well did you know that the Horizons Community Center has plenty of things to offer you? Thinking of a trip to Disney this summer? Take full advantage of Disney World’s Armed Forces specials. It doesn’t get any better than $138 for a 4 Day Park Hopper ticket – it doesn’t.  Oh and by the way, Active Duty members can buy 6 extra tickets at the discounted rate for friends and family too!  That’s such a great deal that you are probably thinking it can’t get much better. But it does - AD military receives a free entrance to Busch Gardens Tampa and Sea World Orland for them and up to 3 dependents. That’s right, FREE! Also, don’t forget that ITT has great deals for Universal Studios as well. Don’t feel like going far this summer? Feel more like taking a “staycation”? ITT has plenty of tickets for local attractions. If you purchase your Gulf World or Zoo World tickets at ITT you will receive a military discount. Living here at Tyndall offers a wide variety of beach and camping activities that you shouldn’t miss out on. If you are looking for sport vehicles such as boats and RV’s. the Horizons Community Center has their vehicle re-sale lot. And it’s not just for cars either! The lot offers a wide range of used vehicles for the family of any budget.  Check out more things that ITT and the Horizons Community Center can do for you by visiting:http://www.325fss.com/facilities/itt.php (ITThttp://www.325fss.com/facilities/cac.php (Horizons)

The 14th Annual ITT Travel Show is coming up on Thursday, Mar 1, from 10 a.m. to  1 p.m. at the Horizons Community Center . Planning a vacation to one of the many major attractions in the tri state area? Come by and visit with over 30 vendors who have the information you need!! Try for one of the free prizes being given away and while you are here have lunch in the Oasis. Representatives who plan on participating include Walt Disney World, Sea World and Wild Adventures, just to name a few.

The day of amour, Valentine’s Day, this special day can bring warm fuzzy feelings of admiration for your loved one, or feelings of absolute fear of not making the right romantic gesture.  Well fear not, you don’t even have to leave base to find the right way to say Happy Valentine’s Day.  Start your festivities off right with the Horizons Community Center Valentine’s Day Balloon Special.  Balloons start at $8, pop in and make your order.  Continue your week with your active sweetheart by heading to Raptor Lanes for a  

Bowling Sweetheart Tournament on 12 Feb starting at 9a.m.  The Pelican Point Golf Course is also having a Valentine’s Day Golf Special with 2 for 1 golf and 50% off your lunch purchase.  All couples will receive a Valentines surprise!  If those activities are not enough for you the Fitness Center will have a Run for Your Heart 5K starting at 3:30p.m. at the Fitness Center Track.  If coupled sports are not your thing or you just want a more traditional day, The Heritage Club will host a Sweetheart Dinner starting at 6p.m. with complimentary champagne and music.  This event is reservations only so please book by 10 Feb by calling 283-4357.  Don’t forget to show your love on February 14^th with a Tyndall Valentine’s Day event.

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