
08/26/2023
🛑Planning on visit Ft. Bliss Centennial Banquet and Conference Center this upcoming week?🛑
Check their hours of operation for the Labor Day Weekeend!⬇
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🛑Planning on visit Ft. Bliss Centennial Banquet and Conference Center this upcoming week?🛑
Check their hours of operation for the Labor Day Weekeend!⬇
🏀Do you have what it takes to be King of the Court?🏀
Join Youth Sports in an organized open gym to focus on skills and drills!
🏀September 30 // Ages 7-15 // 9-10:30am 🏀
Scan QR code or call 915-568-2617 for more information!
Prost!!🍻
Oktoberfest is coming up!
📆 SAVE THE DATES!! GET YOUR TICKETS!! 🎟
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Did you know that your group/unit can reserve a table for Oktoberfest for small fee and you can purchase Group tickets by calling 915-568-6078.
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Tickets on sale NOW at Leisure Travels Services located at Freedom Crossing and online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fort-bliss-oktoberfest-2023-tickets-678266030957
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Oktoberfest // Sept. 22-23 // 6PM - midnight // Biggs Park // $30 per person
⚠️Open to ages 18+ only! Must be 21+ to consume alcohol.⚠️
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🥳Sunday Fun Day Oktoberfest will be open to all ages!
Sept. 24 // 11AM-4PM // $5 per person, ages 3 and older. Tickets sold online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fort-bliss-oktoberfest-family-day-2023-tickets-678279621607
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Looking for Child Care on Saturday, Sept. 23? Look no further! Milam CDC will be available to parents to enjoy a night at Oktoberfest! To make reservations, call 915-744-7879.
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For more information about Oktoberfest, call 915-588-8247.
***Contest Time!***
Brightside Music Festival is just around the corner! This Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 2nd – 3rd) get ready for 2 days of music, food and fun!
With Some Of The Biggest International Artists Across Electronic, Latin, Hip Hop & Indie!
Military & First Responder discount Use promo code “USA10” for $10 off every ticket you purchase!
Tickets and info at: brightsideep.com
Want a chance to win a Pair of GA?
Share this post publicly and comment below for your chance to win. Winner will be randomly chosen and notified on Monday, August 28th.
See you on the Bright Side.
**Please be advised that when we run contest on a social media platform such as Facebook we are taking the risk of scammers posing as MWR and posting links for you to follow. MWR will NEVER ask you to follow a link to claim a prize, you will always receive a private message from THIS page. Sorry for any inconvenience. **
🏀You don't want to miss out on CYS NBA Games Intersession Camp!🏀
🏀NBA contest games // prizes will be awarded to the top shooters during the camp
🏀October 2-6 // Ages 9-15 // Register at the Youth Sports Plex or any CYS facility
Scan QR code for more information or call 915-568-2617
Sign up for Parent & Baby Swim Class!!
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Registration starts Monday, Aug. 28! Must register in person at Replica Pool, space is limited.
Classes are: Sept. 2 - Oct. 21 // $40 for all 8 sessions
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For more info. call, 915-568-7431.
⚾️⚾️Get ready for Baseball & Tee Ball Clinics during the month of October! ⚾⚾️
Baseball Clinic: Starts Oct. 3rd // ages 7-11
Tee ball Clinic: Starts Oct. 2nd // ages 4-6
Registration is required. They can only register at Bldg. 195 Chaffee Rd.
⚾️View flyer for more information or call: 915-568-2617⚾️
Join Fort Bliss Sports, Fitness, & Aquatics for Sugar Squats Deadlifts Drafts! 🏋️♀️🏋️
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Oct. 7 // 9:30AM // Ironworks East // $25 per person
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See graphic for more details!
For more info, call 915-744-5790/5201.
📚📖Join Fort Bliss Libraries for Story Times📖📚
📚Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10AM // Starting September 5th!
All story times will be capped at 20 people due to limited space.
Check out Ryan Niemiller on America's Got Talent!
https://youtu.be/p7rwyXWPTpk
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See him live this Friday!!
🤣The Funny behind the Force Comedy Show 🤣 // Aug. 25 // 6-9PM // Freedom Crossing, across from Class Six!
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🎟 Get your tickets online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-funny-behind-the-force-tickets-698676087987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch 🎟
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Get ready for a laugh out loud show with openers Dave Yates and Josh Ryan!
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Call, 915-588-8247 for more information.
Ryan Niemiller brought the funny to America'a Got Talent and AGT: The Champions! Watch all of his full performances HERE!» Get The America's Got Talent App: ...
Join Bliss CYS for a Pickleball Tournament !!
Sep 16 // 9-11:30 am // ages 7-15 years.
Registration is required // Scan QR code for more information or call: 915-568-2617.
🛑know before you go🛑
🏀Get ready for Boys & Girls Youth Basketball this Fall!!🏀
🏀Registration starts NEXT WEEK // September 1-31!!
🏀View flyer for more information or call: 915-568-2617.
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with Art and Hobby!🥳🍹
$25 per person // Registration is required and can be done by calling: 915-568-5563.
Price includes unlimited nacho bar access, one cocktail (alcohol or n/a) and a few games of Loteria with a chance to win prizes!
🔵🟢Are you a Single Soldier, Single Parent Soldier or Geo Bachelor?
Do you want to have some fun!?
Join Bliss BOSS for free activities, workshops, events and discounted trips!
Scan QR codes to learn more! 🟢🔵
🛑🍺Update: winners have been notified!🍺🛑
Publicly share this post and comment below for a chance to win a DeadBeach Brewery voucher worth $40.00 for the DeadBeach Boarderland Beerfest on August 26th!
Come out and join the area’s largest FREE admission craft beer festival, all ages are welcome!
https://www.deadbeach.com/event/borderland-beerfest-2023/
Winners will be announced on Wednesday!
🛑Update 8/21/2023🛑
⭐The Splash Pad at Biggs Park is OPEN !⭐
Take your pups to the POOL! 🏊🐶🐾🐕
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Doggy Swim Day // Sept. 9 // 11AM-2PM // Community Pool // $2 per dog
Pet parents are FREE!
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Well-behaved dogs and parents are welcome to attend. Pet parents need to sign a liability form and show proof of vaccinations: Rabies and Parvo upon entering the facility.
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Safety Precautions:
🚫 Children ages 5️⃣ and younger are not allowed at the event.
🚫 Children ages 6️⃣-17 are not allowed in the pool.
✅ Only pet parents, ages 18 and older, are allowed in the pool with their dogs.
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Find out more here!
Dogs come jump in the pool and cool off your paws! There will be games and prizes to enjoy. Pet parents, ages 18 and older, are allowed in the pool with their dogs. Children, ages 6 - 17, can attend only, they are not allowed in the pool for safety reasons.
🖐SFRG and CFRR Meet and Greet🖐
This is a great opportunity for the Command Family Readiness Representative and Soldier Family Readiness Group Leaders to come together with Fort Bliss Army Community Service to enhance the awareness of programs.
Register at the link below 👇
https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/family-resilience-center-frc
⭐Register for Volksmarch!⭐
Get ready for Oktoberfest with the Old Fort Bliss Volksmarch!🚶♂️🚶♀️🚶
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SEPT. 8 // 6-9PM // Pershing Pub
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Enjoy a fun, relaxing evening stroll through the historic side of Fort Bliss.
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Stops will be made along the 5K route at some of the century old homes and buildings.
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Grab a drink and snacks at Old Fort Bliss Replica on your way to the finish line!
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There will be a celebration at Pershing Pub.
This event is open to all ages!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fort-bliss-volksmarch-tickets-669378528197?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Don't forget to register for Fort Bliss Art and Hobby Center Hand Built Talavera Clay Tray craft!
THIS FRIDAY!!
August 25 // 5-7pm // 16+
View flyer for more details or call 915-568-5563.
☀️Don't miss out on all the fun!! Come out to BOSS Bash!!☀️
Sep 15 // 10AM-3PM // Biggs Park // Free to attend!
Enjoy live entertainment, free food and beverages (while supplies last), sports, games, inflatables, henna tattoos, massage booth and more! ☀️
Open to Active-Duty Single Soldiers, ages 18+ only // Scan QR code to register!!
Thanks to our sponsors: USAA American States Utility Services, Inc. Boingo
See you tonight, 7pm at Freedom Crossing at Fort Bliss. Time to sing and dance the night away. 🤠
Open to the public, go early to obtain a community access pass to attend not only tonights show but other great events on Fort Bliss.
Bliss BOSS will be out helping and selling glow merch, be sure to stop by and say “hi”.
Freedom Crossing cares about your well-being and safety. Before your visit, learn more about the latest passes and requirements to enter the installation. Don’t forget to ask about the new Community Access Pass!
Prost!!🍻
Oktoberfest is coming up!
📆 SAVE THE DATES!! GET YOUR TICKETS!! 🎟
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Tickets on sale NOW at Leisure Travels Services located at Freedom Crossing and online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fort-bliss-oktoberfest-2023-tickets-678266030957
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Oktoberfest // Sept. 22-23 // 6PM - midnight // Biggs Park // $30 per person
⚠️Open to ages 18+ only! Must be 21+ to consume alcohol.⚠️
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🥳Sunday Fun Day Oktoberfest will be open to all ages!
Sept. 24 // 11AM-4PM // $5 per person, ages 3 and older. Tickets sold online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fort-bliss-oktoberfest-family-day-2023-tickets-678279621607
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Looking for Child Care on Saturday, Sept. 23? Look no further! Milam CDC will be available to parents to enjoy a night at Oktoberfest! To make reservations, call 915-744-7879.
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For more information about Oktoberfest, call 915-588-8247.
Join Fort Bliss Art and Hobby Center in a 2-day workshop learning how to create a beautiful prickly pear cactus sculpture from a rich chocolate colored clay.
September 28 & 30th.
Open to ages 16+, minors with participating parent or guardian.
View flyer for more details or call 915-568-5563
“Thank you” El Paso Chamber for hosting your event with us at Ft. Bliss Centennial Banquet and Conference Center.
Parents get ready to enjoy a relaxing day out!🤩
CYS is offering Hourly Care and Parent's Day Out!
• September 23 // 3-11pm
• October 14 // 3-10pm
• November 18 // 3-10pm
See graphics for more details!
Follow/visit/like Bliss CYS to stay up to date on all events, programs and more!
🎨Enjoy an afternoon of crafts!!🎨
Join Mickelsen Library TODAY!! We will be creating crafts from famous paintings and art techniques!
Today // 2-4 pm // FREE!
Join Fort Bliss Art and Hobby Center for another Block Printing!
Have fun creating your print alongside Susan Gonzalez, a local artisan printmaker.
🤩August 26th // 10-2pm // $25 per person.
View flyer for more information, or call 915-568-5563.
🚫CONTEST HAS ENDED!!!!🚫
The winners have been notified. Thank you for participating!
Be on the look out for more chances to win!
Brightside Music Festival is just around the corner! This Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 2nd – 3rd) get ready for 2 days of music, food and fun!
With Some Of The Biggest International Artists Across Electronic, Latin, Hip Hop & Indie!
Military & First Responder discount Use promo code “USA10” for $10 off every ticket you purchase!
Tickets and info at: www.brightsideep.com
Want a chance to win a Pair of GA?
Share this post publicly and comment below for your chance to win. Winner will be randomly chosen and notified on Monday, August 21st.
See you on the Bright Side.
**Please be advised that when we run contest on a social media platform such as Facebook we are taking the risk of scammers posing as MWR and posting links for you to follow. MWR will NEVER ask you to follow a link to claim a prize, you will always receive a private message from THIS page. Sorry for any inconvenience. **
Parent Cafés are a great way to talk about parenting with other parents!
Parenting is hard, but you are not alone.
Fun, informative, and FREE! Parent Cafés are safe spaces for parents and caregivers to relax, reflect and talk about the joys and challenges of raising a family.
They are judgment-free zones where we share experiences and resources while learning from one another. In Parent Cafés, parents are the leaders and experts in their own lives.
Contact us to learn more: 915.307.8043 or epccinc.org!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fc3xJaIOa_E
Parent Cafés are a great way to talk about parenting with other parents. Parenting is hard, but you are not alone. Find support at a Parent Café.Fun, informa...
🌵🌵Back by popular demand and double the usual size, join Fort Bliss Art and Hobby Center in making a Cactus Candle in a wooden bowl, with a variety of succulent scents and decorations to choose from🌵🌵
-August 24 // 5-7 pm
-18 and over only
-To register, visit the Art and Hobby Center
Esports!!!!!
Hey Esports Enthusiasts! You can enter for a chance to win ten great gaming related prizes from the Exchange in their Soldier Showdown V Sweepstakes. Enter now by visiting this link: https://www.shopmyexchange.com/esports Be sure to enter for a chance to win each prize listed separately. No purchase is necessary. Open to all authorized Exchange patrons.
Don't forget to sign up for the Fortnite and Call of Duty Warzone tournaments of the Soldier Showdown V presented by USAA! Tournament open to active duty U.S. Army, Army National Guard, U.S. Army Reserve & active duty military stationed at Army-led joint-bases. Compete for tournament prizes provided by MWR and the Exchange and for a trip to the finals at Complexity Gaming HQ in Frisco, TX. Register today at https://www.armymwr.com/esports
Headliner: Ryan Niemiller for 🤣The Funny Bend the Force🤣
⭐You may know Ryan Niemiller as the disarmingly handsome comedian and third place finalist from America's Got Talent Season 14. Despite being born with a disability in both arms, Ryan, the self-proclaimed “Cripple Threat of Comedy”, shares his views of the world from the perspective of the handicapped (and very handsome).
⭐Ryan began his comedy career in Los Angeles, California, and hasn’t looked back since. He's a favorite performer in clubs and colleges across the country. His comedy covers topics such as dating, trying to find employment and attempting to find acceptance in a world not designed for him.
🥎REGISTRATION is HAPPENING ALL THIS MONTH for these Fall Youth Sports!🥎
🏈Scan QR code for more information, or call 915-568-2617 🏈
Don't forget about the Community Information Exchange happening today, Aug. 16.
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Join us at the Centennial from 12-1pm as we discuss the next month's updates.
This event is open to everyone interested in being better informed!
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Curious about the prior topics of discussion?
Visit the CIE webpage for previous slides: https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/community-information-exchange-cie
Check out photos from Cardboard Regatta! 📸
Great job to all the participants!!
Explore this photo album by blissmwr on Flickr!
🧵Starting September 13th, join Mickelsen Library for an adult crafting session!
🧶Bring in your current projects or work on small kits that the library will provide.
🧵Every other Wednesday // Open to adults and children 10+.
Starting Thursday, Aug 17, the Library will return to normal hours, Mon – Fri 0900-1800 // Sat 1000-1900.
🛑UPDATE🛑
All hours listed are at Mickelsen:
Open Mon – Fri 0800-1700
Closed Saturdays until further notice
Closed for Lunch 1130 – 1230
Don't forget to follow Fort Bliss Libraries to stay updated on all hours and events!
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🎤THIS WEEKEND🎤 (November11th-13th) Join Freedom Crossing at Fort Bliss for a weekend full of FUN! Concerts, carnival rides, fireworks and more.
We had a little fun over at Freedom Crossing at Fort Bliss today! Happy Halloween Fort Bliss!
Here is one of our favorites from last night’s Monster Bash photo booth! Come have fun with us again tonight beginning at 6pm.
Get ready for the Monster Bash weekend event!! 👽INVASION of the CANDY SNATCHERS!!!👽 • • Things to know about Friday & Saturday: 🌟Oct. 21 & 22 starts at 6PM located at Bliss Smith Field across from Bldg. 12 Pershing Road. 🌟Kids are ENCOURAGED to come dressed comfortably in costumes. 🌟Food Trucks available 🌟Trunk or Treats -- Kids don't forget your trick-or-treat bags! 🌟Don't forget to grab a Sponsorship Passport for a chance to win PRIZES! 🌟Inflatables galore! 🌟Crafts and more! ‼Pershing Road will be blocked between Adair and Chaffee Road‼ ‼Parking will be available close by‼ 🌟Visit our website for more: https://bliss.armymwr.com/calendar/event/monster-bash/5732964/72925 🌟Attending the event, but need a pass to get on post? Click here for more information on Recreational Passes: https://bliss.armymwr.com/happenings/fort-bliss-recreational-pass
It's ZOMBIE RUN!!🧟 Join the fun this Saturday!! Click on the link to sign up and find out more: https://www.active.com/fort-bliss-tx/running/distance-running/zombie-run-2022?int=72-3-A1
On today's episode of Getting To Know ACS, we visit again with Army Community Service Employment Readiness, Fort Bliss and thier program specialist Marang Webb! We discuss how and why resume writing can impact your job search and what they can do to help. We also discuss tips for attending our semi-annual hiring fairs and touch on the child care vouchers and interview attire that are available to help you make the best first impression possible! Visit FRP online at https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/financial-readiness-program or give them a call at 915-569-4227.
On this week's episode of Getting To Know ACS, Tracy and Jasmine talk with Joy from the Fort Bliss SKIESUnlimited program! Did you know that SKIES Unlimited offers classes like Fencing, Dance, Gardening, Piano and Tumbling (just to name a few!)? Classes are affordable and flexible, and it really can't be any easier to sign up and get the kiddos involved! Check out their web page at https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/skies-unlimited or you can call them at 915-568-5544 or 915-568-8336.
On today’s episode of Getting To Know ACS, now back from a little break, Tracy and Jasmine discuss plans for future guests on the show and ask for your input! If you would like more information on any of the programs or services that Fort Bliss Army Community Service offers, just leave a comment here or send them a private message!
On today's episode of Getting To Know ACS , we introduce you to a community partner organization that is hard at work to improve the lives of anyone on Fort Bliss or the El Paso community, the Armed Services YMCA! We talk to Program Coordinator Danielle Meraz about the myriad of things the ASYMCA offers such as their Junior Enlisted Family Center, free food packages, child care and their amazing hotel with very reasonable rates! If you have questions or would like to contact the ASYMCA, call 915-263-7164 or you can find them on Facebook Junior Enlisted Family Center Fort Bliss or Armed Services YMCA El Paso
Today on Getting To Know ACS we welcome back to the show Richard Fairley with Fort Bliss Financial Readiness Program to discuss budgeting, how to avoid some financial pitfalls and what you can be doing to prepare your Family for PCS! Fort Bliss Army Community Service is here to serve YOU! If you have any questions or would like a FREE appointment with Financial Readiness to discuss a financial strategy specifically tailored to your situation, just call them at 915-569-4227! Or you can visit them on the web at https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/financial-readiness-program Remember! Getting to Know ACS is available wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe and never miss an episode!
The 2021 Cardboard Regatta fleet is filling up!! We already have 21 boats registered to set sail on the high seas of Community Pool on August 14th. Get your boat registered TODAY so you can guarantee a spot! https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/special-events
Today on Getting to Know ACS we welcome Cynthia Potter (Fort Bliss EFMP Specialist) and we talk about the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and 504 plan and what Fort Bliss Army Community Service's EFMP Specialists can do to assist with the process! You can contact the Exceptional Family Member Program at Fort Bliss Army Community Service by calling 915-569-4227.
On this week's episode of Getting To Know ACS we welcome back to the podcast Cheryl Rankin of Fort Bliss Army Community Service and Fort Bliss Relocation Assistance Program to talk about some of the amazing sights and experiences that exist for our Soldiers and Families just outside the gates in El Paso! We talk about everything from the historic Mission Trail to The El Paso Museum of Archaelogy! Don't miss this one!
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Pershing Road, El PasoFort Bliss Religious Support Office
Pershing RoadFort Bliss Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Sherdian RoadFort Bliss Army Volunteer Corps
Club Road3rd Platoon, 212th Military Police Company
Pleasanton Road2nd Squadron, 13th Cavalry Regiment
Bldg Ansbach Way1st Armored Division, Division Sustainment Br
Eagle Street2nd Brigade, 1st Armored Division
Bldg 20500 Cold War RoadFort Bliss Religious Support Office
Pershing Road6th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment
Bayonet Avenue