The annual Fall Fest is upon us! This family-friendly event is held at the JBSA-Lackland, behind the Gateway Club. It will feature a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, Shopping Market, Interactive Activities, music, Crafts, Games, and More!! Open to all DoD ID Cardholders. For more information please call 210-652-5763.
What's Cooking? Presents... Virtual Cooking Classes with Luca Manfe, winner of Master Chef Season Four Attend for a chance to win a private cooking class with Chef Luca** Go to forcesupport.awardsplatform.com to sign up Steak Night (03 May @ 1600 CT) Strawberry Tiramisu (31 May @ 1600 CT) Crispy Salmon (14 Jun @ 1600 CT) Pork Chops (12 Jun @ 1600 CT) Fried Shrimp Taco (20 Jul @ 1300 CT) Lobster Fettuccini (09 Aug @ 1600 CT) Short Ribs (07 Sep @ 1400 CT) Veal (11 Oct @ 1600 CT) Eggs Benedict (02 Nov @ 1200 CT) Fish and Chips (22 Nov @ 1600 CT) Soufflé & eclairs (24 Dec @ 1300 CT) Rack of Lamb (10 Jan 2026 @ 1600 CT) Click here for the full recipe list. ** Winner must be a DoD ID cardholder, and provide name, birthdate, and SSN to claim the prize.
The time is upon us....the great JBSA Spooktacular! This massive event will feature a Creepy Carnival, Haunted House, Tick or Treat Trail, Music, and Food Trucks! This spooky event will take place on October 26 from 5-9 PM. For more information, please call (210) 652-5763. Open to all DOD ID Cardholders. Click here for the event location map Click here for the event parking map ** All event parking will be available at AETC Studies and Analysis Squadron, Bldg. 661. **
The Costume Contest will be onsite at Spooktacular at the Parr Club! Costume judging will take place at 6 PM at the DJ booth, winner announced at 8 PM. Voting Categories Creativity and originality Craftsmanship and use of resources Presentation and autonomy Accuracy and realism There will be three age groups: Infants to 4 years of age, 5-11 years of age and 12-18 years of age. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place for each group.
2024 JBSA Dinner to Die For Saturday, November 2, 6-8:30 p.m. JBSA – LAK Gateway Club • Dinner • Interactive Murder Mystery • Register through eventbrite. Open to all DOD ID Cardholders. For more information, please call (210) 652-5763.
What's Cooking? Presents... Virtual Cooking Classes with Luca Manfe, winner of Master Chef Season Four Attend for a chance to win a private cooking class with Chef Luca** Go to forcesupport.awardsplatform.com to sign up Steak Night (03 May @ 1600 CT) Strawberry Tiramisu (31 May @ 1600 CT) Crispy Salmon (14 Jun @ 1600 CT) Pork Chops (12 Jun @ 1600 CT) Fried Shrimp Taco (20 Jul @ 1300 CT) Lobster Fettuccini (09 Aug @ 1600 CT) Short Ribs (07 Sep @ 1400 CT) Veal (11 Oct @ 1600 CT) Eggs Benedict (02 Nov @ 1200 CT) Fish and Chips (22 Nov @ 1600 CT) Soufflé & eclairs (24 Dec @ 1300 CT) Rack of Lamb (10 Jan 2026 @ 1600 CT) Click here for the full recipe list. ** Winner must be a DoD ID cardholder, and provide name, birthdate, and SSN to claim the prize.
The Parr Club Auger Inn will be showing the UT vs Texas A&M College Football Game on November 30! Doors open at 5 PM and game starts at 6:30 PM. Support your team in a festive atmosphere. Food and beverages available for purchase. Doors close 30 minutes after game ends.
Joint Base San Antonio is having THREE Holiday Tree Lighting Celebrations! Santa will visit each event and there will be free cookies and hot cocoa?! Check out the schedule for the nearest celebration to you. Lackland December 2 | held at the Gateway Club Randolph December 5 | held at the Taj Mahal Fort Sam Houston December 6 | held at the Main Flag Pole Events are open to all DoD ID Cardholders. For more information, please call (210) 652-5763.
Enjoy Grub with the Grinch at the JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club on December 14th at 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There will be brunch, The Grinch Movie, Christmas crafts, and photos with Santa! The price is $15/person, and children 3 and younger are free. Open to all DoD ID cardholders. Registration is required and runs from Nov. 4 to Dec. 9. Please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grub-with-the-grinch-tickets-708540663197?aff=oddtdtcreator.
This issue features a crossword challenge! Click here to download the crossword puzzle. The latest issue can be found here (click here for dot mil friendly version), on the homepage, and on the FSS News page. Rules: Use the clues to help you find the answers. Submit your answers to [email protected] with "Crossword" in the subject line along with your first and last name in the body of the email. If you get all the answers correct, you will be entered into a drawing to win a $25 gift card. The drawing will be held on December 15th with a total of three winners who will be notified via email. Good luck!
502 FSS Jan. 9 Holiday Hours All 502 FSS facilities are closed on Jan. 9, the federal holiday, except for the following that are open: Lackland ITT is open from 9 am to 1 pm Lackland Skylark Bowling Center is open from 11 am to 6 pm Lackland Gateway CDC is open from 7 am to 4:30 pm Lackland School-Age Care is open from 6 am to 6 pm Fort Sam Houston METC Fitness Center is open from 11 am to 7 pm Fort Sam Houston Main CDC is open from 7 am to 4:30 pm Fort Sam Houston School Age Care Program is open from 6 am to 6 pm
Don't miss an evening of fun at our JBSA 2025 SNOWFEST! This event will take place at JBSA-Lackland Amphitheater from 5-9 p.m. There will be FOUR GIANT SNOW SLIDES, MUSIC, INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES and FOOD TRUCKS! Bring all the family! For more information, call (210) 652-5763.
