Super Bowl LVII Watch Party
Don't miss out on tons of giveaways and prizes at the Super Bowl LVII Watch Party on Sun., Feb. 12 at the Epicenter, B525. Watch for more details coming soon!
Proudly Sponsored by: USAA - No Navy endorsement implied.
Liberty Program
Loft Recreation Center - B2A, 3rd Deck
The Liberty Program and Loft Recreation Center are only open to E1-E6 Active Duty personnel.
Galley 525 Annual Super Bowl Event
Join Liberty at Galley 535 as we kick off football festivities at Galley 535’s Annual Super Bowl Event from 4:45-6:30pm on Wed., Feb. 8. Stop by for a tailgate meal, games, music, and much more!
Community Recreation - B13
26th Annual Polar Bear Plunge
It’s Midwest tradition to jump into Lake Michigan during the cold, winter season. Are you brave enough to check this off your bucket list?! MWR will be hosting the 26th Annual Polar Bear Plunge event on Sat., March 4. Further information will be posted on our social media pages. Stay tuned!
Winter Rental Gear
The cold never stopped us at Great Lakes. Stop in at the Community Rec Office & Marina (B13) for all your outdoor winter gear needs. We have ice fishing equipment, skates, snowshoes, cross country skis and more that are available for daily rentals. Call the Community Rec Office & Marina for further information, 847-688-5417.
Details: (www.navylifegl.com/modules/media/?do=inline&id=9a33da52-95d7-4ded-ad94-4ca62b13fe3b)
Tickets & Travel Office - B13
Local Tickets
The Midwest weather too cold for you? MWR has you covered with some indoor fun! High speed go karting at K1 Speed, indoor skydiving at iFly, dinner & a show at Medieval Times, and MORE are available for purchase at the Community Recreation Office & Marina (BLDG 13) by appointment. Please contact us at 847-688-5417 to book your appointment. For further information and other great discounted local attractions, check out our pricing guide: (www.navylifegl.com/programs/3f5465d7-7568-44b8-95de-060e23932fa3).?
FREE Chicago Wolves Hockey Tickets
Beat the winter blues and head to a Chicago Wolves game! We have FREE regular season tickets at the Community Rec Office & Marina (B13). Details: (www.navylifegl.com/activity/fd370ee1-4557-444d-93b7-9dc95fe563f4)
American Forces Travel
Did you know event tickets on (www.americanforcestravel.com) have no ticketing fees? The price you see online is the price you’ll pay! Discounted tickets for Chicago Bulls games, Blue Man Group shows, Second City Comedy Shows, Chicago Blackhawks games, PBR Bull Riding competitions, Disney on Ice shows & MORE await you.
Room Rentals
Buckley's & Port O' Call
Buckley’s, B8400
Tired of the hassle involved with getting guests vetted for your parties behind the main gate? Come on over to Buckley’s at Veterans Memorial Golf Course! Open to the public and outside the main gate, no paperwork is required to get your guests on the property. With seating for over 100 guests and access to a full service bar, this location could be just what you need. Find us at 2821 Great Lakes Dr, Great Lakes, IL. Email (grlkmwrrecreation@us.navy.mil) or call 224-723-8349 for more information.
Port O’ Call, B140
Does your next gathering want prime lakeshore views without the North Shore price? Then Port O’ Call is the place for you! With beautiful views of Lake Michigan from our Main Dining Room and Lakeshore Room, our facility can accommodate up to 300 guests without breaking the bank! With many different rooms to choose from, we can host your small command training or huge Super Bowl Party. Located in B140, email (grlkmwrrecreation@us.navy.mil) or call 224-723-8349 for details.
Sports & Fitness - B2A, B4 & B440
Donuts & Deadlifts
Tues., Feb. 21 | 4pm | Gym 4 - Warrior Zone
Join the MWR Fitness Team as we celebrate Fat Tuesday with a Donuts & Deadlift Competition. It is open to all eligible male and female NSGL patrons. Participants will test their deadlift strength and enjoy donuts while doing it. Winners are determined by relative weight (heaviest lift/body weight).
MWR-Led Command PT
Our MWR Fitness Instructors offer a variety of Group Fitness Sessions to assist your Command in meeting your mission and fitness goals. Schedule a session with your MWR Trainers today! Submit your PT request forms to (grlkmwrsportsandfitness@us.navy.mil).
1000lb & 500lb Club
The 1000lb & 500lb Club is an exclusive weightlifting club for both male and female lifters. To become a “member” of the club, participants must complete one repetition of a squat, bench press and deadlift with a combined weight of 1000lb for males and 500lbs for females. Competitors will then be recognized on our Club Board at Gym 4 in the Warrior Zone. Reservation Required. Call 847-668-3994 or email (grlkmwrsportsandfitness@us.navy.mil).
Details: (www.navylifegl.com/modules/media/?do=inline&id=5a346817-c79e-4790-961f-a0d262b4a97b)
Group Fitness Schedule
Details: (www.navylifegl.com/modules/media/?do=inline&id=1077fff7-c056-422b-b275-902c3314382e)
Intramural events
Captain’s Cup Bowling League:
- Season Begins: Thurs., Feb. 9.
- Registration: Submit team roster to Gym 440 or Epicenter B525 by Thurs., Jan. 26
- Cost: $9 per person/per week
- Game Times: Thurs. evenings at 6pm at the Epicenter, B525
- Questions or for more information, call 847-688-7769.
This is a free league, open to all male and female base personnel (Active Duty Military and their spouses, Reservists, Retirees, DOD employees, and Contractors with a valid gym membership ID). This league counts towards the overall points for the Captain's Cup events for 2023.
2023 Wrestling Meet
- Date: Sat., Feb. 11 at Gym 4 from 8:30am-1pm
- Registration Deadline: Wed., Feb. 8 at Gym 4
- Meet Weigh-in: Sat., Feb. 11 at 8am
- Wrestling Practices: See below.
- Questions or for more information, call 847-688-7769.
Wrestling singlets and wrestling shoes are allowed. If no wrestling shoes, all wrestlers will be barefooted. This is a free meet, open to all male and female base personnel (Active Duty Military and their spouses, Reservists, Retirees, DOD employees, and Contractors with a valid gym membership ID).
Wrestling Practices
- Starts: Wed., Jan. 11 through Wed., Feb. 8
- Time: 4-7pm
- Location: Courts Plus - Gym 4
- Cost: Free
Great Lakes Library - B617
Stop in the Great Lakes Library and warm up while checking out our display of winter themed books, new young adult books, and children's board books!
Storytime and Craft
Join us at the Great Lakes Library at 10:30am on every third Wed. of the month for a themed story time and a craft! All ages are welcome. Mark your calendars, our remaining winter story time dates: Feb. 15 and Mar. 15.
Details: (www.navylifegl.com/modules/media/?do=inline&id=6468a841-797e-4e98-b705-8e9292880d4f)
Epicenter Entertainment Complex - B525
Movies coming in February
Avatar: The Way of Water | A Man Called Otto | Puss In Boots: The Last Wish | Babylon
Enjoy the latest blockbuster hits at great prices:
Military $4.50 | Civilian $5.50 | Child (6-11) $3
Movie Schedule: (www.navylifegl.com/programs/ed66a539-aa5c-44c5-9ae2-31c484dd5ab2)
Karaoke Night | Thursdays | 6-9:30pm
Friday Theme Nights | 7:30-11pm | Party Time DJ's
- Feb. 3 | Throwback Jams
- Feb. 10 | Country Showdown
- Feb. 17 | Hip Hop & RnB Vibes
- Feb. 24 | Latin Heat
Spinz Philly Cheesesteak Pizza
We took Philadelphia’s famous sandwich and turned it into a pizza! Try our new Philly Cheesesteak Pizza today, available for a limited time only!
Bowling Center
NEW Wednesday Bowling Special
Cosmic Bowling
- Friday's | 4:30-11:30pm and Saturday's | 3-11:30pm
Sunday Bowling Special
Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf
Legends Sports Club
Stop by Legends and enjoy air hockey, foosball, ping pong and baggo while you relax and enjoy your favorite beverage.
MWR Holiday Hours: Presidents Day
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