Welcome to Chièvres Happenings where we share events, activities, and announcements for the Chièvres Air Base and SHAPE community.

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Community Announcements

SHAPE Healthcare Facility

Get your Flu Shot at the SHAPE Healthcare Facility now until Jan. 8!
View the updated amended hours of operation for the 
US-led clinics and US-led Dental Clinic for November. 
 

SHAPE Family Life Counseling Center

The SHAPE Family Life Counseling Center is now open and accepting appointments. Services provided include 

individual counseling, group counseling, couples counseling, family therapy, and children and teens group counseling. 

Passport Rodeo 

The next passport rodeo will be held on Nov. 21, 2025. 
From 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 
At the Chièvres Air Base, Multipurpose Room, Bldg. 20005

Register for an appointment for your tourist passport by Nov. 19 at 5 p.m.

Upcoming Events and Activities

  • Romanian Christmas Fair | November 22

Join the Romanian community of SHAPE for a Christmas Fair complete with music, crafts, food and a tombola on Nov. 22 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Cavoli Community Center. 

  • SHAPE Performing Arts School Presents "Puffs" | Starting November 28

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Check out the latest performance by the SHAPE Performing Arts School from Nov. 28 to Dec. 7 at the SHAPE Theater (bldg. 207). Experience the magic of "Puffs" with your family and friends! 

  • Norwegian Christmas Market | November 29

Join the Norwegian community of SHAPE for a CHRISTMAS Market complete with food, drinks, kids' Christmas workshop, activities, entertainment and a tombola on Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cavoli Community Center. 

  • German Christkindlmarkt | November 29

Join the German community of SHAPE for a Christkindlmarkt complete with crafted gifts, Christmas decorations, food (bratwurst, schupfnudeln), treats (cookie and cake), drinks (mulled wine, sparkling wine) and more on Nov. 29 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. behind the German Support Unit. 

  • British Christmas Fair | November 30

Join the British community of SHAPE for a CHRISTMAS Fair complete with food (turkey rolls, hot dogs, ice cream), drinks (mulled wine, hot chocolate), crafts, homemade chutney, mince pies, Christmas cake, Christmas decorations, wooden crafts, festive music, a tombola and a visit to Santa's Grotto a on Nov. 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the International Cafeteria. 

  • International Basketball Tournament | November 30 - December 6

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Save the dates for the next International Basketball Tournament featuring teams from Canada, France, Greece, Lithuania, Latvia, the Netherlands, Great Britain and SHAPE. Entry is free, food and drinks are available for purchase. Do you want to join the fun? You can join the SHAPE International Basketball Team by contacting Leonard Peterson

  • SIWC Winter Party | December 9

Join the SHAPE International Women's Club for a winter party on Dec. 9 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the SHAPE Club. Grab your favorite cocktail attire and enjoy a night of dinner, dancing, music and a tombola. 

  • Christmas Table | December 18

Make your RESERVATION for a Christmas Table on Dec. 18 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the SHAPE Club. Enjoy a welcome drink, starter buffet, warm buffet, dessert buffet and kids animation brought you by the SHAPE Club and iTaste Restaurant. 

Save the date

Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Events 

  • Winterfest & Bazaar | December 5 - 7

Join the Chièvres MWR for the Winterfest & Bazaar Dec. 5 from 12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Dec. 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Dec. 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Chiévres Activity Center. The Bazaar is open to NATO ID Cardholders with tax-free status. Explore new vendors, enjoy festive food and drinks, play games and meet Santa! 

  • Dessert Bar | November 27

Grab your family and sign up at the Youth Center for the Dessert Bar on Nov. 27 at 4 p.m. at the SHAPE Youth Center. Enjoy some dessert and hang out with new and old friends! 

Fitness Classes

Chièvres Fitness Center
  • PilatesMonday and Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. 
  • ACFT Bootcamp | Monday and Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. 
SHAPE Sports and Fitness

Religious Support Office

Religious Services are offered at the SHAPE International Chapel. Service times are as follows:

  • Sunday
    • Catholic Mass - 9 a.m. 
    • Protestant Service - 10:45 a.m.
  • Monday
    • Daily Catholic Mass - 11:45 a.m.
  • Tuesday 
    • Protestant Women of the Chapel - 9:30 a.m. 
    • Daily Catholic Mass - 11:45 a.m.
    • Family Fun Night - 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday
    • Catholic Women of the Chapel - 9:30 a.m. 
    • Daily Catholic Mass 11:45 a.m.
    • Coffee and Conversations - 1:00 p.m.
  • Thursday 
    • Love Tune-Up - 10 a.m. 
    • Daily Catholic Mass 11:45 a.m.
    • Bible Study: The Gospel of John - 11:45 a.m. 

Visit Facebook to learn more about RSO services at SHAPE. 

Arts & crafts

Follow the SHAPE Arts and Crafts Centre on Facebook for the latest activities. Email with questions or to reserve a seat.

Excursions

Contact SHAPE Trips and Tours for additional information.

Outside the Gate Activities

Check out tourist websites VISIT MONS and TOUR WALLONIA for additional information. (No federal endorsement implied.)

Upcoming Trainings

Check out the upcoming classes and trainings available below to the USAG Benelux at Chièvres Air Base and SHAPE communities. Reach out to Army Community Service for the location and how to reserve your seat.

Check out the monthly ACS calendar here.

Find out more!

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE | SHAPE (ACS)

Primary: 0032-65-75-7365

Primary: 0032-65-75-7365

Sunday Closed
Monday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday Closed

Building: 318

Rue Grande
Mons, 7010

NOTICE: DSN: 314-597-7365 Closed daily from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

RELIGIOUS SUPPORT OFFICE | CHIEVRES (RSO)

Primary: 0032-68-25-5568 Secondary: 0032-473-74-07-23

Primary: 0032-68-25-5568

Secondary: 0032-473-74-07-23

Sunday Closed
Monday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday Closed

Building: 20005

Grand Rue 56
Chièvres, 7950

NOTICE: DSN: 314-597-5568 Emergency on-call number: 0032-47-579-3339

FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION | CHIEVRES (FMWR)

Primary: 0032-68-25-5545

Primary: 0032-68-25-5545

Sunday Closed
Monday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday Closed

Building: 20005

Rue Grande 56
Chièvres, 7950

NOTICE: DSN: 314-597-5545