Events
Upcoming events and activities for military and dependents
Upcoming Events
USO Great Lakes- September Calendar
Sep 1st, 2023 8:00 AM CDT ( 800R)
USO Great Lakes Center calendar of events. #USOSeptember2023
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USO Tickets for Troops: Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bulls, and more tickets
Tis the season for the Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Blackhawks, and concerts, theater, and more!
Aug 1st, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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USO Great Lakes- September Calendar
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes Center calendar of events. #USOSeptember2023
Sep 1st, 2023 8:00 AM CDT ( 800R)
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USO Gaming: Salute to Service Showdown
Virtual
It’s Back! Enter the 3rd Annual NFL #SalutetoService Showdown featuring EA SPORTS MADDEN NFL for your chance at 2 tickets and a trip to Super Bowl LVIII! Register at uso.org/showdown
Sep 1st, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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USO Entertainment: MVP with Jack Osbourne
Virtual
MVP with Jack Osbourne. Tune in Thursday, September 21, at 12n EST to watch service members and military spouses have a live discussion with TV Personality and Host Jack Osbourne, Celebrity Recruit from Season 2 of Special Forces: World’s Toughest T…
Sep 21st, 2023 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)
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Center Dinner & LIVE Band
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come enjoy FREE Wing Stop and LIVE Music from According to Kate Band!
Sep 21st, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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Military Family Programming- Center Hosted Dinner & LIVE Band September
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes presents According to Kate Band! Come enjoy LIVE music and a FREE meal from Wing Stop!
Sep 21st, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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USO Transition Program: USO Career Kickstart feat. Old Dominion Freight Line
Virtual
Not sure which career path might be right for you? Join the USO on September 21 for a free webinar to learn about the many employment opportunities within transportation and logistics featuring Old Dominion Freight Line. Register: https://bit.ly/21S…
Sep 21st, 2023 6:00 PM CDT (1800R)
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USO Gaming: Salute to Service Showdown AMERICAS Qualifier #2
Virtual
It’s Back! Enter the 3rd Annual NFL #SalutetoService Showdown featuring EA SPORTS MADDEN NFL for your chance at 2 tickets and a trip to Super Bowl LVIII! Register at uso.org/showdown
Sep 23rd, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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USO Gaming: Salute to Service Showdown AMERICAS Qualifier #3
Virtual
It’s Back! Enter the 3rd Annual NFL #SalutetoService Showdown featuring EA SPORTS MADDEN NFL for your chance at 2 tickets and a trip to Super Bowl LVIII! Register at uso.org/showdown
Sep 24th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Sep 24th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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USO Transition Program: Mastering LinkedIn: Ask Mike Edition
Virtual
Looking for answers as you navigate your career journey? Join the USO on September 25 for a special “Ask Mike” Edition of the ever-popular Mastering LinkedIn workshop. This is an exclusive opportunity for those registered with the USO Transition Pro…
Sep 25th, 2023 6:00 PM CDT (1800R)
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USO Great Lakes at RTC Lunch September
Naval Station Great Lakes- Recruit Training Command, Center
Take a beat and let the USO Great Lakes staff and volunteers feed you! We will be located in between SHIP 6 & TRI-SHIPS!
Sep 26th, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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USO Transition Program: USO Gaming Kickstart feat. Xbox
Virtual
Are you interested in learning more about the gaming industry? Join the USO and Xbox on September 26 to learn about what a career in gaming can look like for you! Register: https://bit.ly/26SEPTUSO #usotransitions
Sep 26th, 2023 6:00 PM CDT (1800R)
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USO Transition Program: Mentorship Kickstart with the USO
Virtual
Curious about mentorship? Join the USO on September 27 for an overview of the mentorship opportunities available through the USO Transition Program in partnership with industry leaders. No matter where you are on the journey, we stand ready to suppo…
Sep 27th, 2023 6:00 PM CDT (1800R)
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USO Transition Program: Education Roadmap: HR Careers feat. SNHU
Virtual
Interested in a human resources career? Join the USO and Southern New Hampshire University on September 28th for an interactive event highlighting the many career pathways available, and more! Register: https://bit.ly/28SEPTUSO #usotransitions
Sep 28th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Gaming-Fall into BINGO- September 28, 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Everyones favorite USO Great Lakes game night!
Sep 28th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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USO Gaming: Salute to Service Showdown AMERICAS Qualifier #4
Virtual
It’s Back! Enter the 3rd Annual NFL #SalutetoService Showdown featuring EA SPORTS MADDEN NFL for your chance at 2 tickets and a trip to Super Bowl LVIII! Register at uso.org/showdown
Sep 30th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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October Calendar
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes calendar of events!
Oct 1st, 2023 8:00 AM CDT ( 800R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Oct 1st, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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USO Transition Program: Education Kickstart
Virtual
Looking for answers as you explore education opportunities? Join the USO on October 2 for an orientation session covering free programs and learning pathways. Interested in a professional certificate, digital badges, or a library of online courses? …
Oct 2nd, 2023 6:00 PM CDT (1800R)
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Military Spouse Programs: Mastering LinkedIn MilSpouse Edition
Virtual
Calling all military spouses! Looking for answers as you navigate your career journey? Join the USO on October 3 for the ever-popular Mastering LinkedIn workshop with Michael Quinn. Register: https://bit.ly/03OctUSO #usotransitions
Oct 3rd, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Canine Program-DIY costumes contest October 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Pizza & K9 Therapy!
Oct 3rd, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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USO Transition Program: FBI Jobs Information Session
Virtual
Want to be a part of something big? Look no further! Join the USO and FBI recruiters on October 4 for a virtual FBI jobs information session and start mapping your new career!
Oct 4th, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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Coffee Connections- Military Spouses October 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes Coffee Connections: where military spouses hang out, enjoy a snack, and a fun craft! * Please Register *
Oct 4th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Oct 8th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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USO Transition Program: Hire Heroes USA General Resume Workshop
Virtual
Need support as you work on your resume? Join the USO on October 10 as we join forces with Hire Heroes USA to make sure your resume is top-notch for employers. Register: https://bit.ly/10OctUSO #usotransitions
Oct 10th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Service Member Programs - RTC Lunch October
Naval Station Great Lakes- Recruit Training Command, Center
Take a break and come grab some FREE lunch!
Oct 10th, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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USO Transition Program: Navigating VA Home Loans feat Mutual of Omaha
Virtual
Buying a house or understanding your VA Home Loan benefits can be challenging, so we’ve brought in the experts to assist! Join the USO and Mutual of Omaha on October 11 for a virtual workshop. Register: https://bit.ly/USOmutualofomaha #usotransit…
Oct 11th, 2023 6:00 PM CDT (1800R)
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Military Family Programing - USO Kitchen of Learning Spooky Edition- 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Octobers USO Kitchen of Learning!
Oct 12th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Oct 15th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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Military Spouse Programs: MilSpouse Workshop with Target
Virtual
Calling all military spouses! Need support as you chart your path ahead? Join the USO on October 17 as we join forces with Target to make sure your resume is top-notch and you are interview ready.
Oct 17th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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Gaming - BOO BINGO USO Great Lakes October 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Everyone’s favorite game night! * Please Register*
Oct 17th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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Reading - Kids Storytime & Halloween Craft 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come have a spooky good time with a fun book and kid’s craft!
Oct 18th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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USO Transition Program: Mastering LinkedIn
Illinois Admin Office
Looking for answers as you navigate your career journey? Join the USO on October 19 for the ever-popular Mastering LinkedIn workshop with Michael Quinn. Register: https://bit.ly/USO19Oct #usotransitions
Oct 19th, 2023 10:00 AM CDT (1000R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Oct 22nd, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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Youth Programming - USO Great Lakes-Cozy Friend CLUB - October 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Bring your USO Cozy Friend and let’s have a movie night with yummy food!
Oct 24th, 2023 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)
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Military Family Programming- Center Hosted Meal USO Great Lakes- October
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
PepsiCo Valor and Mission BBQ will be serving up a FREE delicious dinner for all to enjoy!
Oct 26th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Oct 29th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Nov 5th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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Pizza & K9 Therapy Dog Visit November- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Pizza & K9 Therapy!
Nov 7th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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Coffee Connections- Military Spouses November 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes Coffee Connections: where military spouses hang out, enjoy a snack, and a fun craft! * Please Register *
Nov 8th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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Military Family Programing- USO Kitchen of Learning Thanksgiving Edition 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Novembers USO Kitchen of Learning!
Nov 9th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Nov 12th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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USO Great Lakes - RTC Lunch November
Naval Station Great Lakes- Recruit Training Command, Center
FREE Lunch!
Nov 14th, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Nov 19th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Nov 26th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Dec 3rd, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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USO Great Lakes - RTC Lunch December
Naval Station Great Lakes- Recruit Training Command, Center
Free Lunch !
Dec 5th, 2023 12:00 PM CDT (1200R)
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Military Family Programing- USO Kitchen of Learning Holiday Edition 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Kitchen of Learning!
Dec 7th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Dec 10th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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December Pizza & K9 Therapy Dog Visit- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
K9 Therapy Dogs & Pizza
Dec 12th, 2023 4:30 PM CDT (1630R)
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Coffee Connections - Military Spouses December 2023
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
USO Great Lakes Coffee Connections: where military spouses hang out, enjoy a snack, and a fun craft! * Please Register *
Dec 13th, 2023 5:30 PM CDT (1730R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Dec 17th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Dec 24th, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Dec 31st, 2023 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)
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LIVE Entertainment- SUNDAY FUNDAY NFL TICKET Streaming- USO Great Lakes
Naval Station Great Lakes, Center
530 B Farragut Ave. Building 27 Great Lakes, IL 60088
Come hang out and enjoy watching the Sunday football games on our BIG screen LIVE!
Jan 7th, 2024 1:00 PM CDT (1300R)