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Childcare and Schools

Quality care and safety, tailored for military families.

Care For Your Children

Top-notch childcare keeps service members focused and creates a stable, supportive environment for families.

Pay Childcare Bill 

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Family Child Care

Home based care for kids of all ages.

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School Age Centers

After hours care for kids in 1-5th grades.

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Child Care Fee Assistance

Support for the costs of childcare.

Resources For Success

Great educational resources help kids thrive academically and feel at home, while giving parents peace of mind knowing their children are well-supported.

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School Support Services

Expert help navigating your child's education.

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Youth Sponsorship

Connect your child with a kid who knows the ropes.

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Active Kids, Strong Bonds

Sports and activities keep kids active, build friendships, and help families feel more connected to the community while giving parents a well-deserved break.

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Youth Sports & Fitness

Stay active, build skills, and enjoy team sports.

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WSMR Post Library's Game Night

Good Old Fashion Fun!

Jul 8 5:30 pm
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Weekly Summer Game Nights

Game nights just got a whole lot better! Instead of every other Tuesday, as part of their Summer Reading Program, the library will be hosting game nights EVERY Tuesday! Game nights are free for all ages! Have you registered for this year's Summer Reading Program yet? Click the link below to get signed up : https://wsmrreads.beanstack.org/reader365 For more information, please call : (575) 678-5820

Jul 8 5:30 pm - 8 pm
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IMCOM Tip of the Week

July 4 is Independence Day. Discover how your garrison is celebrating the holiday.

IMCOM Tip of the Week

July 4 is Independence Day. Discover how your garrison is celebrating the holiday.

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80s Party

Totally Rad Party Alert! Get ready to rewind and boogie down at our 80s themed party at the Fallout Shelter Bar & Grill! When: Wednesday, July 10th | 4 PM - 7 PM Where: The Fallout Shelter Bar & Grill Dress to Impress! Dig out your best 80s gear for a chance to win a FREE lunch at the Frontier Club for the most tubular outfit! Test your knowledge with 80s Trivia – major bragging rights up for grabs! Craving a bite? Enjoy our righteous Calzone special (2 toppings for just $8)! It's going to be an epic blast from the past you won't want to miss! See you there!

Jul 10 4 pm - 7 pm
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Wet, White, & Blue

Dive into Fun at Wet, White, & Blue! Beat the White Sands Missile Range heat with your family at our "Wet, White, & Blue" outdoor event! Join us for an evening of splashtastic fun on Thursday, July 11th, from 6 to 8 PM at Volunteer Park. For just $5 customers will receive a free Popsicle, juice or water, and access to water slides, lawn games and more! Kids will have a blast with water balloons , water guns , and other exciting water activities! It's the perfect way to cool down and make some unforgettable summer memories. Food and drinks will be available for purchase to keep everyone refreshed. For more information, call the Community Center at (575) 678-4134. See you there for a night of cool fun!

Jul 11 5 pm - 8 pm
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Super Mario Bros. Interactive Movie

Looking to plan a movie night? Join the Post Library as part of their Summer Reading Program on July 12th at the Post Theater for the Super Mario Bros. Interactive Movie! The movie will begin at 1pm and customers may bring outside snacks and non-alcoholic beverages All ages are welcome to attend! For more information, please contact the Post Library at (575) 678-5820

Jul 12 1 pm - 2:30 pm
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Newcomer Welcome Briefing

Welcome to White Sands Missile Range

Jul 16 8 am - 12 pm
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WSMR's Rising Star

🎤🌟 Get Ready to Shine at WSMR's Rising Star! 🌟🎤
Dust off your scrunchies and low-rise jeans because it's time to hit the stage! WSMR presents Rising Star, a singing competition celebrating the best of 90s & 00s music!

Join us on Thursday, July 18th, from 6 PM to 10 PM for a night of epic throwbacks and incredible talent.

Here's the lowdown:

Competition Time: The main event kicks off from 7 PM to 8 PM, where contestants (ages 13+) will have 5 minutes to belt out their best 90s/00s hit. Judges will then have 5 minutes to make their calls based on vocals, theme adherence, and choreography!

Karaoke Party: Don't want to compete? No problem! We'll have karaoke for everyone (ages 13+) to sing their hearts out to 90s/00s jams before and after the competition.

Entry Fee: Just $5 at the door gets you a bag of free popcorn 🍿 and entry into a themed prize drawing!

Get ready to relive the glory days of pop, rock, and R&B. Whether you're competing for the crown or just there to sing along, it's going to be a night of nostalgic fun!
 

Jul 18 6 pm - 10 pm

WSMR's Rising Star

🎤🌟 Get Ready to Shine at WSMR's Rising Star! 🌟🎤
Dust off your scrunchies and low-rise jeans because it's time to hit the stage! WSMR presents Rising Star, a singing competition celebrating the best of 90s & 00s music!

Join us on Thursday, July 18th, from 6 PM to 10 PM for a night of epic throwbacks and incredible talent.

Here's the lowdown:

Competition Time: The main event kicks off from 7 PM to 8 PM, where contestants (ages 13+) will have 5 minutes to belt out their best 90s/00s hit. Judges will then have 5 minutes to make their calls based on vocals, theme adherence, and choreography!

Karaoke Party: Don't want to compete? No problem! We'll have karaoke for everyone (ages 13+) to sing their hearts out to 90s/00s jams before and after the competition.

Entry Fee: Just $5 at the door gets you a bag of free popcorn 🍿 and entry into a themed prize drawing!

Get ready to relive the glory days of pop, rock, and R&B. Whether you're competing for the crown or just there to sing along, it's going to be a night of nostalgic fun!
 

Jul 18 6 pm - 10 pm
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26th Annual First Day of School Holiday (FDOSH)

FDOSH 2025 First Stop: White Sands School for the opening ceremony and staff meet & greet (10:30 am) Then join u at MST (Bldg 1318) for MWR's FDOSH Celebrations! (11 am - 1:30 pm)

Jul 21 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
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ACS's 60th Birthday

Happy 60th Birthday, ACS! Get ready to celebrate! Army Community Service (ACS) is turning 60, and you're invited to the party! Join us for a special 60th Birthday Party Open House on Thursday, July 24th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the ACS Building 250 on Rock Island Avenue. We're pulling out all the stops for a day of fun for the whole family! Enjoy refreshments, lively music, thrilling games & activities, a bouncy house, and even a dunk tank to beat the summer heat! Plus, don't forget your swimsuits for the water slide! Come celebrate six decades of dedicated support to our Army community. We can't wait to see you there! For more information, please call (575) 678-6767.

Jul 24 10 am - 2 pm
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Harry Potter Birthday Bash

Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday and the end of the Summer Reading Program with the Post Library, July 26th at 1pm! Be sure to bring your wands, cloaks, and brooms For more information, please call (575) 678-5820

Jul 26 1 pm - 2 pm
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ACS Employment Readiness Program Presents "Job Interviewing Techniques"

Jul 31 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Tiny Tykes Playgroup

Tiny Tykes Playgroup. 

Aug 7 10 am - 11 am
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Tiny Tykes Playgroup

Tiny Tykes Playgroup. 

Aug 7 10 am - 11 am
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New Mexico Women, Infants, and Women Program

A representative from the State of New Mexico will be at Army Community Service

Aug 20 10 am - 3 pm
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ACS: VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT FAIR

Want to help out and learn new things in our community? 🔥 Come to our Volunteer Extravaganza! 🎉 You can meet great organizations on and off post (like ACS, RSO, ODR, Library, Museum, and more!) and find awesome ways to volunteer. https://whitesands.armymwr.com/happenings/acs-volunteer-recruitment-fair

Aug 21 10 am - 2 pm
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Outdoor Rec Cycling Challenge

Can you ride 1,000km (621 miles) in just four months? If you want to get fit, ride with family or just love to ride your bike, sign up and receive an awesome jersey and work toward earning 2 interlocking challenge coins! Registration begins April 1st!

Outdoor Rec Cycling Challenge

Can you ride 1,000km (621 miles) in just four months? If you want to get fit, ride with family or just love to ride your bike, sign up and receive an awesome jersey and work toward earning 2 interlocking challenge coins! Registration begins April 1st!

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American Forces Travel

Book your summer dream vacation on American Forces Travel! Enjoy exciting destinations and events this summer on a trip booked on American Forces Travel. Now accepting the Military Star Card at select hotels.

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American Forces Travel

Book your summer dream vacation on American Forces Travel! Enjoy exciting destinations and events this summer on a trip booked on American Forces Travel. Now accepting the Military Star Card at select hotels.

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Summer Water Safety

Learn important water safety tips to keep you and your family safe in pools and bodies of water this summer.

Summer Water Safety

Learn important water safety tips to keep you and your family safe in pools and bodies of water this summer.

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