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Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)

The Four Pillars of BOSS

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Get Involved

YOU determine how involved you want to be and how to participate. Volunteer for events, or take on a leadership role within the program. 

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Events

BOSS is open to all single Service Members, and joining is easy. Join us at meetings and / or any activities. Search for local activities. 

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Contact

Contact and locate your local BOSS representatives and connect with us on social media. 

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The BOSS program focuses on four  main areas: Quality of Life, Community Service, Recreation and Leisure and Life Skills. 

An emphasis on these pillars helps improve single Service Members’ daily lives, connects them with their communities, and provides fun and engaging activities.

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Quality of Life

BOSS gives single Service Members a voice in improving their living conditions and overall wellbeing. The program works with leadership to address concerns and recommend solutions. Over the years, BOSS has led to improvements in

  • Barracks conditions and policies

  • Dining, transportation, and other on-post services

  • Fitness, recreation, and wellness programs

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Community Service

BOSS gives Service Members the opportunity to give back to their community through volunteer work. These activities build strong connections, develop leadership skills, and create a sense of purpose.

Volunteer activities include

  • Assisting with local charity events and fundraisers
  • Supporting military Family programs
  • Helping at food banks, shelters, and youth programs
  • Conducting environmental clean-ups and community improvement projects

And Service Members benefit just as much as the community by

  • Developing teamwork and leadership experience
  • Building ties with local communities
  • Growing personally and professionally
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Recreation and Leisure

BOSS gets Service Members out of the barracks and helps them make the most of their free time. Exciting trips, activities, and social events allow them a chance to relax, have fun, and build friendships.

Throughout the year, BOSS programs provide

  • Hiking, kayaking, skiing, and other outdoor adventures 
  • Sports leagues, tournaments, and fitness challenges
  • Game nights, concerts, movie nights, and other social events 
  • Group trips to popular destinations and other travel opportunities
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Life Skills

Programs that include events which are either free or reimbursed and are designed to educate, license, or certify Service Members in a wide variety of abilities for adaptive and positive behavior leading to lifelong tangible and intangible learning outcomes.

Keep Exploring

Cosmic Bowling

Cosmic Bowling

Strike Zone Bowling Center

Oct 16 5 pm - 9 pm
Frankenweenie

Frankenweenie

Movie Night at the Reynolds Theater

Oct 16 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Fall Yard Sale

Fall Yard Sale

Fall into great finds at our Carlisle Barracks Fall Yard Sale! Vendor spots still available!

Oct 17 7 am - 1 pm
Intramural Flag Football

Intramural Flag Football

Carlisle Barracks Sports & Fitness - Registration Closes: Friday, 28 August

Oct 17 10 am - 12 pm
Enter to Win with Army ODR

Enter to Win with Army ODR

Adventure season runs June 1 – October 31, 2026—and every outing counts. Camp, paddle, hike, or jump into a new outdoor class for your chance to turn unforgettable moments into prize winning experiences.

Enter to Win with Army ODR

Adventure season runs June 1 – October 31, 2026—and every outing counts. Camp, paddle, hike, or jump into a new outdoor class for your chance to turn unforgettable moments into prize winning experiences.

Enter to Win with Army ODR

Cosmic Bowling & Saturday Pizza Special

Strike Zone Bowling Center

Oct 17 5 pm - 9 pm
Cosmic Bowling & Saturday Pizza Special

Cosmic Bowling & Saturday Pizza Special

Strike Zone Bowling Center

Oct 17 5 pm - 9 pm
Cosmic Bowling & Saturday Pizza Special

Army MWR Cares Presented by Army Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness

Stay resilient through every season with Family MWR. Discover MWR programs and services that keep you grounded and connected.

Army MWR Cares Presented by Army Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness

Army MWR Cares Presented by Army Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness

Stay resilient through every season with Family MWR. Discover MWR programs and services that keep you grounded and connected.

Army MWR Cares Presented by Army Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness
Monday Fitness Classes

Monday Fitness Classes

Jim Thorpe Fitness Center

Oct 19
Intramural Volleyball

Intramural Volleyball

Carlisle Barracks Sports & Fitness - Register by: Friday, 2 October

Oct 19 5 pm - 8 pm
Spouse Employment Workshops

Spouse Employment Workshops

Army Community Service (ACS) in partnership with TAP and US Army War College is offering a series of workshops.

Oct 20 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Wednesday Fitness Classes

Wednesday Fitness Classes

Jim Thorpe Fitness Center

Oct 21
Home School Fitness

Home School Fitness

Child Youth Services (CYS) at McConnell Youth Center

Oct 21 9 am - 10:30 am
Friday Fitness Classes

Friday Fitness Classes

Jim Thorpe Fitness Center

Oct 23
Clay Date Pottery Night

Clay Date Pottery Night

Barracks Crossing Arts & Crafts Center

Oct 27 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat

MWR Tiki Bar is hosting a Halloween Celebration. Trunk registration is due by October 20th.

Oct 29 4 pm - 9 pm
🎃 Halloween Parade 👻

🎃 Halloween Parade 👻

Child & Youth Services (CYS) is hosting Halloween Parade.

Oct 30 4:30 pm - 8 pm
Fall Fun Night

Fall Fun Night

Join us for the Halloween Parade After Party! A cozy fall gathering at Strike Zone Bowling Center with evening fun, activities, and a warm cozy fire on the patio.

Oct 30 6 pm - 9 pm

🎃 Trick-or-Treat Night 👻

Trick-or-Treat on-post.

Oct 31 6 pm - 8 pm
🎃 Trick-or-Treat Night 👻
🎃 Trick-or-Treat Night 👻

🎃 Trick-or-Treat Night 👻

Trick-or-Treat on-post.

Oct 31 6 pm - 8 pm

Army MWR Library Virtual Author Series

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders—right from the comfort of home. Register to watch live events, or catch up on past event recordings on-demand. Learn More.

Army MWR Library Virtual Author Series
Army MWR Library Virtual Author Series

Army MWR Library Virtual Author Series

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders—right from the comfort of home. Register to watch live events, or catch up on past event recordings on-demand. Learn More.