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The Minuteman Commons at Hanscom AFB

The community center is open Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Fridays, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturdays,
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Lunch is available Tuesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | The Tavern is open Wednesdays & Thursdays, 4-8 p.m.; Fridays, 4-10 p.m. | Pizza is available for takeout & delivery Tuesday–Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 2-8 p.m.


 

NEW! 2012 Air Force Clubs Membership Scholarship Program

Going to college? Enter for a chance to win $1,000

Every year, AF Services gives away $25,000 in scholarship money for higher education. All eligible club members and their families are encouraged to compete for the funds through a themed essay entry.

Want to enter this year's program? Write a one-page essay of 500 words or less on the topic: "What do the words to America the Beautiful mean to me?" Rules and eligibility restrictions apply; be sure to review details specified in the official 2012 Air Force Clubs Membership Scholarship Entry Form available at the Commons, the Fitness & Sports Center, Airman & Family Readiness Center and Youth Center.

Current Air Force members and their family members (e.g., spouse, son, daughter, stepson and stepdaughter) who have been accepted by or are enrolled in an accredited college or university for entry during the fall of 2012 term as a part- or full-time student are eligible to enter. Grandchildren who are dependents of the club member are also eligible. Applicants must provide a copy of their college or university acceptance letter or latest transcripts. Student enrollment status may involve either undergraduate or graduate curriculum. Other rules and restrictions apply.

Completed essay packages must be submitted on a CD to the FSS Marketing/Sponsorship Office in Bldg. 1305 (Brown Building), 2nd floor, by Monday, July 2. Final scholarship awards will be announced on Monday, Sept. 17, 2012.

You'll find entry forms and more information, as well as last year's winning essays, at http://www.afclubs.net/CN_Scholarship.htm

 

 
NEW! Tickets & Tours is no longer located at the Commons

The Tickets & Tours office is back in its former location in Building 1530 (with Outdoor Recreation). Visit our
Tickets & Tours page
for more information.
   

   

Retail kiosk available for rent

The kiosk measures 6x2.5 feet at the base and stands over 7 feet tall.

Rent it for just
• $10/day
• $50/week (Monday to Saturday)

Call (781) 225-6501 or stop by our front desk for more information.

 
Events at Minuteman Commons, Hanscom AFB

RECURRING

Wednesdays: Wing specials starting at 4:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Plain, Hot, BBQ or Teriyaki: 6 wings for $5, 13 wings for $10, 27 wings for $20, 42 wings for $30, 55 wings for $40. Call Thunderbird Catering for more information: (781) 372-4600.

Last Wednesday of the month: Bingo with Early Bird Specials at 6:15 p.m., games at 6:30 p.m.; 10 regular games & 4 specials. Progressive jackpot of $500 within 50 numbers or less. Consolation prize of $150. Cost for games: $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers

Thursdays: Texas Hold 'em, registration at 6 p.m.; games at 7 p.m. The top 8 point earners earn a spot
in championship round on 8th week. Entry fee: members, $5; nonmembers, $10. Gift-card prizes: 1st place, $200; 2nd place, $100; 3rd place, $50.

Last Thursday of the month: Steak Night, 5-8 p.m. Choice of steak tips or marinated steak, served with vegetable and salad, $14.95 pp. Call Thunderbird Catering for more information: (781) 372-4600.

Fridays: drink specials, 7-9 p.m. ($1.50 domestic, $2.50 premium) and a $3 specialty drink; Top 40s
DJ entertainment
, 7 p.m. to midnight

First Friday of the month: Our First Friday parties feature new themes & offers each month. Call us for more information: (781) 225-6501.


SPECIAL EVENTS

Kids, adults can learn to tap dance

Tap dance lessons for children and adults are available at the Commons on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Call us for information on times and class categories: (781) 225-6501.


Paws & Pals NEW! Paws & Pals 5K Fun Run: Saturday, June 2

For runners who love their dogs and dogs who love to run: Enter our Paws & Pals 5K and run or walk with your dog!

Registration open: 10-11 a.m.
Run starts: 11:15 a.m.

We'll present awards for first- and second-place male and female runners and their dogs.

Plus: Each pooch will receive a doggy goody bag just for participating (while supplies last).

NEW! Astronomy Night: Saturday, June 16

Learn about the universe — from craters on the moon to the rings of Saturn and outward to distant star clusters, galaxies and even quasars — as you look through telescopes. Join us for Astronomy Night on June 16th from 9-11 p.m. at Memorial Park. The event is free! Sign up in advance at the Youth Center.

Presented by: Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston
   
 

 

Breakfast and Lunch at the Minuteman Commons on Hanscom AFB

pizza menu
PDF

pizza available for takeout & delivery call Thunderbird Catering at (781) 372-4600
Tuesday–Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 2-8 p.m.
Thunderbird Express menus at the Commons on Hanscom AFB
 

Membership Benefits

NEW! The 2012 Air Force Clubs Membership Scholarship Program is going on now.
Enter for a chance to earn $1,000 for your college education!

See our News section above for details.

Although the club has transitioned to the Commons community center, club membership is alive and well with member discounts at the majority of Force Support Squadron activities, to include Fourth Cliff, Auto Skills and Outdoor Recreation. Membership dues have been adjusted to accommodate the new operating structure.

Membership rates are as follows:
• E1 through E4, $2
• all other ranks, civilians & retirees, $5
• widows & honorary members, waived

Want to join? Call (781) 225-6501 or stop by our front desk for details.
 

Hanscom Community Resources

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