RTC End of Summer BBQ

Aug 25th, 2026
11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

☀️🍔 Summer may be winding down, but we’re ending it on a high note! USO Great Lakes is excited to host an End of Summer BBQ for the recruits of Recruit Training Command Great Lakes! Join us for an afternoon of delicious food, fun, and fellowship as we celebrate the season and show our appreciation for the newest members of the U.S. Navy. From fresh-off-the-grill favorites to great company, this BBQ is our way of saying thank you for your dedication and service. We look forward to sharing a memorable day with those beginning their Navy journey. 📍 USO Great Lakes Recruit Training Command 🍔 End of Summer BBQ 🇺🇸 Honoring Our Future Sailors We can’t wait to see you there! #USOGreatLakes #EndOfSummerBBQ #RecruitTrainingCommand #FutureSailors #theUSO #ForThePeopleWhoServe #MilitaryCommunity #GreatLakes

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