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May 4, 2012
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Fun, fitness in store for Thunderbolts

Courtesy of Army, Air Force Exchange Services

The Luke Air Force Base Exchange is bringing giveaways and specials to the 2012 Family Fun and Fitness Festival 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Saturday.

Authorized shoppers can join in the fun by visiting the commissary parking lot and entering to win exercise equipment, bikes, fishing combos, golf accessories and more. In addition to shopping and giveaways to include BSN nutritional samples and Goldtoe running socks, balloons will be provided for the children.

“We anticipate a terrific turnout and an even better time at this year’s festival,” said Robert Carter, Luke AFB Commisssary general manager. “We’ve been working with vendors for the past few months to ensure a great couple of days for the community to come together to shop, dine and just have some fun.”





 

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