USO Great Lakes Center

Contact Information

530 Farragut Ave
Suite B
Great Lakes, IL 60088 USO Great Lakes is located on the second floor of BLDG 27
Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Friday 10:00-7:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday 12:00- 6:00 PM

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Family Fun Wednesday

Dec 10th, 2025 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

Family Fun Wednesday “Holly Jolly Craft” Wednesday, December 10th This edition of Family Fun Wednesday will feature building and decorating your own Gingerbread House! Bring yourself and your little elves and we will provide the supplies to create…

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Karaoke Fridays

Dec 12th, 2025 12:00 PM CST (1200S)

🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite.

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Wrap and Frost Workshop

Dec 16th, 2025 4:00 PM CST (1600S)

Tuesday, December 16th Getting into the holiday spirit? Want to wrap presents away from those curious peeking eyes? Want to decorate some delicious cookies? Join us for a fun and festive gift-wrapping event! We’ve got you covered with boxes, wrapp…

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USO Great Lakes- Coffee Connections

Dec 17th, 2025 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

Join the USO as we host a gathering, specifically for military spouses! Connect with new friends, try a craft - Decorating Holiday Front Door Mats!!! or activity, explore the community, or simply relax with others in your community during this amaz…

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Santa's Coming to the USO Great Lakes Center

Dec 18th, 2025 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

🎅🎁 Holiday Event Alert at USO Great Lakes! 🎁🎅

Upcoming Events

  1. Youth-Storytime & THANKFUL Craft 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    📚✨ Youth Storytime & **Thankful **Craft at USO Great Lakes! ✨📚

    Nov 18th, 2025 5:30 PM CST (1730S)

    Register
  2. Family-Giving Dinner 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    NOVEMBER 20th, 2025 @ 5:00 P.M. The USO Great Lakes 3rd Annual Family-Giving is an opportunity for families to enjoy a delicious meal in a warm-welcoming environment. Bringing family and community together. Please register one slot per family and em…

    Nov 20th, 2025 5:00 PM CST (1700S)

    Register
  3. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite.

    Nov 21st, 2025 12:00 PM CST (1200S)

    Register
  4. Gaming- Ping Pong Tournament 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🏓 Ping Pong Tournament at USO Great Lakes! 🏓 Get ready for some fast-paced fun! USO Great Lakes is hosting a thrilling Ping Pong Tournament. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just looking to have some fun, come join us for an action-packed day. Don’t…

    Nov 25th, 2025 12:00 PM CST (1200S)

    Register
  5. Karaoke Fridays 

    530 Farragut Avenue Suite B Great Lakes, IL 60088 United States

    🎤🎶 Karaoke Fridays at USO Great Lakes! 🎶🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Karaoke Fridays! Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage sensation, we want to hear you belt out your favorite tunes. Bring your friends, pick your favorite.

    Nov 28th, 2025 12:00 PM CST (1200S)

    Register

About this Location

USO Great Lakes is a comfortable place for rest, relaxation, and recreation. All amenities are offered at no cost to active duty, guard, and reserve military service members and their dependents. Retired military service members are able to use the facility on a space available basis.

The center features several lounge areas with big screen TVs, pool tables, table tennis, foosball, air hockey, board games, XBOX gaming systems, and an e-gaming room. There is also a state-of-the-art music room featuring guitars, drums, and a mixing board.

Visit the EVENTS tab on this website for information on upcoming events at USO Great Lakes and around the state.

Amenities at this Location

Food & Beverages
  • Beverages
  • Coffee & Tea
  • Daily Meals
  • Snack Bar
  • Snacks
Connectivity
  • CAC Readers
  • Charging Stations
  • Computers & Laptops
  • Desks & Work Areas
  • Printers
  • Video Chat
  • Wi-Fi
Multimedia & Gaming
  • Air Hockey
  • Billiards
  • Board & Table Games
  • E-gaming Room
  • Foosball
  • Gaming computers
  • Karaoke
  • Lawn Games
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Ping Pong
  • Playing Cards
  • PS5
  • Streaming Services (Hulu, Netflix, HBO, ESPN)
  • TV & Cable
  • Xbox Series X
Rest & Relaxation
  • Air Conditioning
  • Baby Changing Station
  • Bathrooms
  • Children’s Play Area
  • Library
  • Lounge
  • Music Room & Instruments
  • Sleeping & Quiet Area
  • Special Event Space
  • Sports Lounge
  • Toiletries
Services & Information
  • Local Information
  • Lost & Found
Support
  • Meeting Rooms

Admissions Policy

Learn more about our center admissions policy

Featured Staff

  • Featured Person

    Dedicate your day to someone
    Megan Tevis-Williams, Center Operations Specialist mewilliams@uso.org

  • Featured Person

    Michael Magnetta, Center Operations Manager mmagnetta@uso.org

  • Featured Person

    Don't have bad days, either have good days or better days.
    Jonathan Porter, Center Operations Specialist jporter@uso.org

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