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The MWR Fall Guide

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The 2018 JBLM Oktoberfest and Marketplace will be held Saturday, Sept. 15, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Photo credit: JBLM MWR Marketing

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This fall, JBLM Morale, Welfare, and Recreation has a wide variety of activities for soldiers and family members. Experience an assortment of regularly scheduled activities as well as holiday-themed events. From wine tasting and happy hours, to fun runs and golf specials, this fall will be your best yet.

September

Cosmic Black Light Bowling: Sounders Lanes on McChord Field. Two hours of bowling for only $12/person (Every Friday and Saturday 6-9 p.m.)

7th Annual Salmon Run: MWR Fest Tent. 1K, 5k or 12K plus free Salmon Bake. Register at jblmmwr.com/races (Sept. 8).

Whispering Firs Golf Championship: Call 253.982.2124 for details and registration (Sept. 8).

UFC 228 Woodley vs. Till: Visit one of three JBLM locations; Warrior Zone, Sam Adams Brewhouse JBLM ($5 cover) or McChord Club (Sept. 8, 7 p.m.) 18+.

JBLM 2018 Oktoberfest & Marketplace: MWR Fest Tent. Traditional German food, bier, music, games and prizes (Sept. 15, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

JBLM Newcomers Orientation: American Lake Conference Center. Spouse and family members welcome, come find out what JBLM has to offer (Sept. 18, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)

Wine and Jazz Festival: The Club at McChord Field. An evening of jazz music, delicious food, and wine tasting, $12 for club members and $15 nonmembers; includes four 3-oz. tastings and tasting wine glass (Sept. 22, 5-8  p.m.)

Wine and Painting: The Club at McChord Field. $15 for art supplies, light appetizers, and one glass of wine. For more details call 253.982.6726/6721 (Sept. 28, 6-8:30 p.m.)

October

Cosmic Black Light Bowling: Sounders Lanes on McChord Field. Two hours of bowling for only $12/person, including shoe rental. (Every Friday and Saturday 6-9 p.m.)

UFC 229 Khabib vs McGregor: Visit one of three JBLM locations: Warrior Zone, Sam Adams Brewhouse JBLM ($5 cover) or McChord Club (Oct. 6, 7 p.m.) 18+.

Face Your Fears Run: 1K/5K Can you survive the outbreak? Don't let monsters steal your flag (Oct. 13, 8:30-9:30 p.m.)

JBLM Newcomers Orientation: American Lake Conference Center. Spouse and family members welcome, come find out what JBLM has to offer. (Oct. 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)

Theatrical Nightmare Walk in the Dark: Outdoor, interactive haunted attraction. theatricalnightmare.com (Oct. 18-20, 25-27).

November

Cosmic Black Light Bowling: Sounders Lanes on McChord Field. Two hours of bowling for only $12/person, including shoe rental. (Every Friday and Saturday 6-9 p.m.)

UFC 230 TBA vs TBD: Visit one of three JBLM locations: Warrior Zone, Sam Adams Brewhouse JBLM ($5 cover) or McChord Club (Oct. 6, 7 p.m.) 18+.

Turkey Trot: 1K/5K (Nov. 17)

The fun doesn't end here. Be sure to check out the Outdoor Rec and Northwest Adventure Center for more outdoor recreation, and Leisure Travel Services for great travel opportunities. Learn more at jblmmwr.com and follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/JBLMmwr.

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