2008-’09 Fabulous Fox Theatre Shows
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced its 2008-’09 Series Shows. The best seats go fast, get on our waiting list. Visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm to purchase tickets.
 

Holiday World Tickets
Information, Tickets and Travel is now selling tickets to Holiday World, located in Santa Claus, IN. Get ready to experience some real air-time as the Holiday World is host to some of the top wooden roller coasters, The Raven, The Legend and The Voyage, plus many other entertaining thrill rides. Check out the new Kima Bay in Holiday World’s Splashin’ Safari, with seven water slides and more than 100 water play elements. Purchase tickets at ITT; $36 adult and $29 for children (ages 2 & under are free). To purchase tickets visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm or call 256-5919.
 

Raging Rivers
Head up to Alton, along the Great River Road, for some relaxing fun at Raging Rivers Waterpark, where it’s cool when it’s hot! Information, Tickets and Travel is now selling tickets to this waterpark, Adult - $16, Child $13. Visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm or call ITT at 256-5919 to purchase tickets or for more information.
 

Dollywood & Splash Country
Visit a one-of-a-kind Smoky Mountain Family Adventure, Dollywood, located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Enjoy thrilling amusement park rides, new family attractions, live entertainment, master craftsmen demonstrations, festivals and more. Adjacent to the Dollywood theme park is Dollywood’s Splash Country, where the fun ranges from relaxing tube floats to the thrilling Big Bear Plunge white water rafting ride. Stop by Information, Tickets and Travel to purchase tickets to these great family attractions. Tickets for Dollywood Theme Park are $44 Adult and $33 Children. Dollywood’s Splash Country prices are $35 Adult and $30 Children. To purchase tickets call 256-5919 or visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm.
 

Youth Classes
The SAFB Youth Center offers exciting classes for youth; Gymnastics, Dance, Piano and Tae Kwan Do!
Gymnastics: Mondays, ages 3-4 from 5:15 to 6 p.m. & ages 5 & up from 6 to 7 p.m.
Dance: Tap/Ballet – Tuesdays, ages 3-4, 5 to 6 p.m., Thursdays, ages 3-4, 5 to 6 p.m.,
Thursdays, ages 5-7, 6 to 7 p.m., Tap/Ballet & Jazz – Tuesdays, ages 6-10, 6 to 7 p.m.
Piano: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, ages 6-18.
Tae Kwon Do: Mondays & Fridays, ages 4-6, 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., ages 7 & up, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
For complete details on sessions and prices call the Youth Center at 744-9862 and enroll your child today.
 

St. Louis Rams Football Tickets
Enjoy a live pro-football game at the Edward Jones Dome this season.  Information, Tickets and Travel has tickets for all of the St. Louis Rams home games.  Call ITT for ticket pricing, seating and other information at 256-5919 or visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm. 
 

Youth Center Hours
During the week of Aug. 18 – 22, the Youth Center’s Hours of Operation will be Mon. – Thurs. 12:30 to 6 p.m., Fri. 3 to 7 p.m. and Closed on Saturday. For more details call the Youth Center at 744-9862.
 

Youth & Teen Fall/Winter Hours
Beginning Aug. 25, the Youth Centers Fall/Winter Hours of Operation will be as follows; Open Recreation Hours: Mon. – Fri. 3 to 7 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Teens Exclusive Hours: Tues. – Thurs. 7 to 9 p.m., Fri. 7 to 10 p.m., Sat. 5 to 10 p.m. The Youth Center will be closed on Sundays and Federal Holidays. For more details call the Youth Center at 744-9862.
 

Ladies Only Caving/Spelunking Exploration
Join Outdoor Recreation as we team up with certified caving instructors on a caving/spelunking exploration on Saturday, Sept. 13. This is not a tour, but actual hands on spelunking. Buses will depart at 8 a.m., returning around 4 p.m. that same day. Explore the second largest cave in Illinois, wild Mammoth Cave, located just south of Waterloo. Explorers will get wet and dirty while experiencing the natural beauty of this cavern. This natural cave features formations like stalactites, stalagmites, an underground stream and more. Cost for this exploration is $36/person, which includes a certified guide, transportation, necessary equipment except batteries (bring 2 AA batteries) and any fees. For the more adventurous types, if you have 8 – 10 people who would like to be more rugged than the basic program, let us know in advance, the guides will gladly accommodate. Participants must be at least 10 yrs. old and children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Don’t delay…deadline to sign up is Sept. 8. To register visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm or call Renee Brantly at Outdoor Recreation, 256-2067.
 

Base-Wide Yard Sale
Sign up at Outdoor Recreation to sell items at the next Base Wide Yard Sale on Sept. 27, 8 a.m. to noon, next to the Teen Center/ALS Pavilion area. The cost is $10 which includes one table, two chairs and an area to display items. Deadline for sign ups is at noon Sept. 26. Reservations can be made online at www.375services.com/IA/odr/yard, over the phone or in person. Full refunds are given with a 48 hour cancellation notification or if the staff cancels the sale. For more information contact Red at Outdoor Recreation at 256-2067.
 

New Bread Works Daily Hours
Bread Works is now open daily from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Don’t forget we are open late on Friday nights from 4 to 10 p.m., with full Bread Works menu options available. Come in and try Bread Works Newest Sandwich creation, Megan’s Turkey Lurkey; turkey, romaine, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo and parmesan cheese on berry wheat bread for just $5.95. Dine-in or Order Online.
 

Grandparents Day Brunch
Join the Scott Club for their Grandparents Day 2 for 1 Brunch on Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Every grandparent, who is a valid club member, will receive a 2 for 1 Brunch, where they will feast for one price of 15.95! Club members must show their valid club card to receive this discount, plus the $2 discount off their children’s meal. Children ages 6-11 can eat for $8.95 and ages 5 & under eat free. All non-member adults/children will pay the regular Sunday Brunch price. Pre-paid reservations are required. Please call the Scott Club at 744-1333.
 

Kids Klub
Parents bring your kids to the Scott Club on Monday, Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. to enjoy Kids Klub. Enjoy a great meal, play games, dance, color and more. Adult members pay $6.95, and club member children 12 & under are FREE. Adult Non-members pay $8.95 and non-member children are $2.95.
 

Texas Hold’em
Go all in on Saturday, Sept. 13 in the Club’s Enlisted Lounge with a pre-game social from 5:30-6:30 p.m. featuring food and drink specials, followed by tournament play at 7 p.m. (Registered players must be signed in by 6:30 p.m.) Interested players must register at the Scott Club beginning at 9 a.m. on Sept. 3. Registration takes place Mon. – Fri. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tournament seating limited to first 100 players and is a first come, first served basis. Members are $5, Non-members are $10. Prizes are awarded to winners based on their finishing place. Sponsored in part by; Pepsi, Budweiser, Scott Credit Union, Hall of Fame Hotel, Texas Roadhouse, and St. Clair Square. No federal endorsement of sponsors intended.
 

NEW Football Fanatics Program
New to the Scott Club this season is the Football Fanatics Program! Club members huddle up at the Scott Club every Sunday this football season and you could win big! Every week one lucky fan will win a Home Depot gift card. Watch all the games in the Enlisted Lounge on Sundays beginning at 11 a.m. with the NFL Sunday Ticket. Win more great prizes during our Budweiser Blitz program. Purchase any Budweiser product during the games on Sundays and receive an entry form to enter to win a 42” RCA LCD HDTV, 2 Recliners, plus many more big prizes. These prizes will be awarded to valid club members on Super Bowl Sunday. Football Fanatics and Budweiser Blitz prizes are sponsored in part by Budweiser and The Home Depot. No Federal Endorsement of Sponsors Intended. For more information on these great programs call the Scott Club at 744-1333.
 

2008-‘09 Entertainment Books
Save 100’s of dollars on everything from a haircut and shoes, to dinner and a movie with the 2008-’09 Entertainment Coupon Books. These coupons are redeemable in the metro-east, as well as the St. Louis area. The entertainment books are in stock and on sale for $25 at Information, Tickets and Travel. Stop by and pick-up one up today!
 

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Tickets
Information, Tickets and Travel is selling tickets to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race on Sept. 6 at Gateway International Raceway. Purchase tickets at ITT for just $15. Enjoy the ASA Late Model race after the Craftsman Truck 200 Race, that’s 2 races for the price of one! Tickets are limited so buy yours today! For more information call 256-5919.
 

Outdoor Recreation Summer Hours
Outdoor Recreation’s summer hours run from April 1 thru Oct. 31 and are as follows; Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (early returns on Mondays only at 7 a.m.), Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Closed Sundays & Federal Holidays. For more information contact our office at 256-2067.
 

Outdoor Recreation Winter Hours
Effective Nov. 1, Outdoor Recreation will begin their winter hours. Hours of operation will be Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed on Saturdays, Sundays & Federal Holidays. A few summer related items will no longer be available for rent as of Nov. 1 such as sailboats, fishing boats, and some assorted lawn items. Don’t forget to reserve your Santa and Elf Suits for this year’s Holiday parties at Outdoor Recreation. For more information contact our office at 256-2067.
 

Scott Lake Family Camp-out
Come camp-out with the Outdoor Recreation staff and learn about camping in the wilderness on Oct. 4-5. All equipment will be made available to support your camping needs. Activities include; fishing, canoeing, back country cooking, basic camping and hiking, story-telling and music around the fire. Event is open to all ages and is family oriented. Participants under 18 yrs. old must be accompanied by an adult 18 and over. Registration deadline will be Oct. 2. To register visit www.375services.com/IAlink.htm or call Renee Brantly at Outdoor Recreation, 256-2067.
 

Caving/Spelunking Exploration
Join Outdoor Recreation as we team up with certified caving instructors on a caving/spelunking exploration on Saturday, Oct. 11. This is not a tour, but actual hands on spelunking. Buses will depart at 8 a.m., returning around 3:30 p.m. that same day. Explore the second largest cave in Illinois, wild Mammoth Cave, located just south of Waterloo. Explorers will get wet and dirty while experiencing the natural beauty of this cavern. This natural cave features formations like stalactites, stalagmites, an underground stream and more. Cost for this exploration is $36/person, which includes a certified guide, transportation, necessary equipment except batteries (bring 2 AA batteries) and any fees. For the more adventurous types, if you have 8 – 10 people who would like to be more rugged than the basic program, let us know in advance, the guides will gladly accommodate. Participants must be at least 10 yrs. old and children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Don’t delay…deadline to sign up is Oct. 7. To register visit www.375services.com/IAlink.htm or call Renee Brantly at Outdoor Recreation, 256-2067.
 

Fall Popcorn Festival
Celebrate the beauty of fall and the excitement of Halloween with Outdoor Recreation at the Fall Popcorn Festival. This FREE event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Scott Lake. Start the day off with a fantastic barbeque lunch complete with drinks prepared by the Chef’s of L’Ecole Culinaire School of St. Louis. Bring the whole family out to enjoy Giant Games, Bouncy Castles, Pumpkin Decorating, Face Painting, Costume Parade, Music, Hayrides, Displays, Crafts, Pie Bake-Off, Door Prizes and more! Don’t miss this FREE Family Event! A costume judging contest will held for all ages, enter any of the following categories; Scariest, Funniest, Character, Most Original and Most Patriotic. For complete details or to volunteer to help, please contact Outdoor Recreation at 256-2067.
 

Base-Wide Yard Sale
Sign up at Outdoor Recreation to sell items at the next Base Wide Yard Sale on Oct. 18, 8 a.m. to noon, at ALS Pavilion area (in case of inclement weather, yard sale to be moved to Rockwell Hall). The cost is $10 which includes one table, two chairs and an area to display items. Deadline for sign ups is at noon Oct. 17. Reservations can be made online at www.375services.com/IA/odr/yard, over the phone or in person. Full refunds are given with a 48 hour cancellation notification or if the staff cancels the sale. For more information contact Red at Outdoor Recreation at 256-2067.
 

Oktoberfest at the Scott Club
The Scott Club is hosting their Oktoberfest on Oct. 2 from 5 to 9 p.m. Listen to the great sounds of the Die Spitzbaum Band while enjoying Jaeger schnitzel, fried potatoes, brats and more! Event is FREE to Members and $10.95 for Non-members. Enter into the Squadron Competition: Squadrons earn $100 by calling to reserve a squadron table! Squadron with the most participation will win $100 towards their next club function. For more information contact the club at 744-1333.
 

Home Depot at Kids Klub
The Home Depot and the Scott Club are teaming together to bring SAFB children the opportunity to construct projects at the next Kids Klub party on Monday, Oct. 6 at 5 p.m. The Home Depot Kids Workshop will be bringing pre-fabricated kits, which are designed to be both educational and practical. Children must be accompanied by an adult in order to construct projects. There are a limited number of kits available, so reservations are required for this event. As always everyone can enjoy a great meal, games, coloring and music. Members price is $6.95 and members children 12 & under are free. Non-members price is $8.95 and non-member children are $2.95. For more information contact Missi at the Club, 744-1333. Kids Klub is sponsored in part by The Home Depot. No Federal Endorsement of Sponsor Intended.
 

Texas Hold’em
Go all in on Saturday, Oct. 11 in the Club’s Enlisted Lounge with a pre-game social from 5:30-6:30 p.m. featuring food and drink specials, followed by tournament play at 7 p.m. (Registered players must be signed in by 6:30 p.m.) Interested players must register at the Scott Club beginning at 9 a.m. on Oct. 1. Registration takes place Mon. – Fri. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tournament seating limited to first 100 players and is a first come, first served basis. Members are $5, Non-members are $10. Prizes are awarded to winners based on their finishing place. Sponsored in part by; Pepsi, Budweiser, Scott Credit Union, Hall of Fame Hotel, Texas Roadhouse, and St. Clair Square. No federal endorsement of sponsors intended.
 

St. Louis Rams Football Tickets
Enjoy a live pro-football game at the Edward Jones Dome this season. Information, Tickets and Travel has tickets for all of the St. Louis Rams home games. Ticket prices range from $52 to $62. Call ITT at 256-5919 or visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm.
Rams vs. Cowboys – SOLD OUT
Rams vs. Cardinals – November 2 @ Noon
Rams vs. Bears – November 23 @ Noon
Rams vs. Dolphins – November 30 @ Noon
 

Do you Bleed Blue?
Check out the St. Louis Blues 2008-09 Season at the Scottrade Center. ITT has tickets available for Blues home games. Stop by ITT and feed your need for St. Louis Blues Hockey this year. Call 256-5919 or visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm.
Highlighted Match-ups
Blues vs. Red Wings – October 22 @ 7:30 p.m.
Blues vs. Penguins – November 1 @ 7:30 p.m.
Blues vs. Wild – December 20 @ 7:30 p.m.
Blues vs. Blackhawks – January 17 @ 7:30 p.m.
Blues vs. Coyotes – February 24 @ 7:30 p.m.
 

2008-’09 Fabulous Fox Theatre Shows
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced its 2008-’09 Series Shows. The best seats go fast, get on our waiting list. Visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm to purchase tickets. The following is a list of upcoming shows & dates that ITT will be selling tickets to;
The Color Purple, Oct. 23, 24, 25, 30 and Nov. 2
Sweeny Todd – Nov. 14-16
Cats – Nov. 28-30
Radio City Christmas w/ the Rockettes – Dec. 12, 13, 14 & 26
 

2008 Tour of Gymnastics Superstars
See the men and women of Team USA Gymnastics on November 15 at the Scottrade Center at 3 p.m. ITT is now selling tickets! Gymnasts scheduled to appear include; newly crowned Olympic Champions Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin, plus Paul Hamm, Joseph Hagerty, Jonathan Horton, Shannon Miller and more. Ticket prices range from $31 to $41. Call 256-5919 or visit www.375services.com/IA/ITT/index.htm.
 

Family/Teen Talent Show Coming Soon
Showcase your talent in the upcoming 2008 Family/Teen Talent Contest on Saturday, November 8 at the Base Theater beginning at 4 p.m. We invite moms, dads, brothers, sisters and friends to sing, dance and perform together live on stage.
Contestants can enter into various categories such as: parent & child, husband & wife; children (ages 3 to 5); children (ages 6 to 8); pre-teen solo (ages 9 to 12); pre-teen group (ages 9 to 12); teen solo (ages 13 to 15); teen group (ages 13 to 15); teen solo (ages 16 to 18); teen group (ages 16 to 18) and family. Each act will be videotaped. Winners from each category will be sent to compete in the Air Force level competition. Interested? Call the Youth Center at 744-9862 to sign up today! Deadline to sign-up and selection of performance material is November 1, 2008.
 

COED Basketball Registration
Youth interested in playing basketball can register at the Scott Youth Center from Oct. 1 – 31, 2008. Ages range from 5 – 18 years old. Registration will not be taken without a current physical on file or brought in at time of registration. Coaches are needed for all age groups. The cost is $40 for members and $75 for non-members. For more information on how to join or become a coach please call the Youth Center at 744-9862.
 

Pre-Teen Costume Dance
The Youth Center is hosting a Pre-Teen Costume Dance on Oct. 24 from 7 to 9 p.m. Pre-teens, ages 9 – 12, are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costume. Entrance fee: $2 Members, $3 Non-Members. For more information contact the Youth Center at 744-9862.
 

Calling All Youth Artists
The Scott Art & Craft Show is nearing, it’s time to be creative and to start submitting art and craft work. All youth submissions for the Oct. 20-25 Scott Art & Craft Show must be in to the Youth Center by Oct. 3. Art Categories are woodworking, fiber/textile, painting, sculpture, pottery/ceramic, drawing, photography and all others. Awards and recognition to be given to 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mention in the following age groups; 13-17 yrs. old, and 18 & older. A participant certificate will be awarded to each entrant in the age group of 6-12 yrs. old. For more details please call the Youth Center at 744-9862.
 

Family Reading Night
Wear your pajamas if you dare and join us for a family evening of stories and songs on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and be prepared to meet our special guest!
 

Art Show
Don’t forget, the Arts & Crafts Center will be presenting their Art Show at the Base Library from Oct. 20-25. Stop by and see what wonderful art pieces our talented community has created.
 

Hooked on Books
The “Hooked on Books” Reading Clubs will meet on the following days in October, Kindergarten through 2nd grade will meet on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. and Grades 3-6 will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. Earn reading patches as we enjoy great stories and creative crafts. If you have not registered for “Hooked on Books” reading clubs, please call the Library.
 

Calling all Teens
Bring your knowledge and join one of our trivia teams. Our trivia challenge for teens is on Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Call the library to register today.
 

College Bound Program
Looking for information on scholarship and grant funding? Parents and teens can join the Library for an informative evening about college funding on Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. in Rockwell Hall. Call 256-5100 to register.
 

Preschool Storytime
Join our fall session of Preschool Storytime on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. for stories, crafts, songs and lots of fun!
 

Saturday Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, crafts, songs and more at our Saturday Preschool Storytime on Oct. 4 at 10:30 a.m.
 

Back to School?
The Scott AFB Library has many online reference services to help you with your reference and research projects. Many of these sites may be used from your personal computer at home. Stop by the library and “check us out”!
 

Book Discussion Group
The Library’s Adult Book Discussion Group will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss “The Wedding” by Nicholas Sparks. Register now by calling the Library to join in our spirited discussion!
 

Is there a deployment in your future?
Make an appointment now to stop by the base library and make a memory for your children by recording yourself reading a book to them. The DVD and book will then be sent to your child after you are deployed. Co-sponsored by the USO, there is no cost for this “United Through Reading Program”. It is through this program that children can remain in contact with their deployed parent. Call the library at 256-5100 to book your recording time.
 

Overdrive
Need some new audio books for that vacation drive? “Overdrive” is available at the SAFB Library. Hundreds of titles are available that can be downloaded to your personal computer, personal device or even burned to a CD for your listening pleasure. Stop by the library for information on how you can access this service from your home.