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Inside this issue:

205th MI BN

Volume 3, Issue 26

Week ending

29 July 2011

BN Info

MWR Info.

ACS Info.

Misc Info.

1-11

12-18

19-23

24-29

Special Points

of Interest:

BN Events, pp

1-11

Chris Cagle

Concert, p 18

Attachments:

AUG SIMS

Newsletter

THE VIGILANT

VOICE

The contents of this binder are strictly for informational purposes and does not imply endorsement of any private or

commercial organization by the 205th MI BN, 500th MI BDE, INSCOM or the Department of the Army.

If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your atti-tude. Don't com-plain.

~Maya Angelou

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BN POCs:

CH (CPT) Lee @ [email protected]

SGT Ghalieh@ [email protected]

Jessica Bode @ [email protected]

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BN FRG 90 Day Calendar

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July

August

September

1-4 July: 4th of July

Training Holiday

6 July: Charlie FRG

Lunch Plate Fundraiser

8 July: Alpha Co. Bake

Sale 12 July: BN FRG SCM 15 July: HHD FRG Bake

Sale

15 July: A Co FRG Meet-

ing; White Plains Beach

15-17 July: BayFest Vol-

unteer Opportunities

19 July: Charlie Company

FRG MTG; BN Classroom

@ 1700

25 July: ACS Birthday

Celebration; Schofield

26 July: Welcome Brief;

BN Conf. Rm. @ 1600 28 July: HHD FRG Meet-

ing; Hickam @ TBA

29 July: PDA

1 Aug: HHD Breakfast Bis-

cuit Fundraiser; Motor

Pool @ 0900

2 Aug: C Co Lunch Plate

Fundraiser; BN Classroom

@ 1130

9 Aug: BN FRG SCM 10 Aug: Blood Drive; BN

Classroom; 1000-1400

16 Aug : HHD Car Wash;

Schofield Barracks

* NEW DATE—17 Aug : BN

FRG Silent Auction and

Spaghetti Lunch Plate

Fundraiser; BN Class-

room; 1130

18 Aug: A Co FRG Meet-

ing; FS Comm. Ctr. @ 6pm

19 Aug: Training Holiday

27 Aug : BN Community

Service Project—Adopt a

Beach Hawaii Clean-up;

1000-1300

30 Aug: Welcome Brief;

BN Conf. Rm. @ 1600

2-5 Sept: Labor Day

Training Holiday

9-11 Sept: Strong Bonds

Retreat (Couples)

13 Sept: BN FRG SCM 27 Sept: Welcome Brief;

BN Conf. Rm. @ 1600

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Grand Prize: One talented singer will win an all expenses paid, three-day professional

recording studio experience in Hollywood, California!

Local Cash Prizes: 1st Place: $500 cash and a chance to compete for the grand prize in the televised finals!

2nd Place: $250 cash 3rd Place: $100 cash

Entry Deadline & Preliminary Round: August 5, 6 pm Semi-Finals: August 12, 6:30 pm Finals: August 19, 6:30 pm Location: Tropics Recreation Center

Applications must be submitted to the Tropics Recreation Center no later than August 5.

Does your Unit or FRG have the most spirit??? $300 will be awarded locally to the Unit or FRG that has the loudest applause level!

Calling all spectators to WATCH & VOTE on these performances August 12th & 19th, you have a chance to win PRIZES too!

1st Place Grand Prize Winner will receive an all expense paid trip for 2 to Los An-geles, California, vocal coach, professional music arrangement, sound engineering AND an opportunity to record your very own 3 song CD!! This is truly a chance of a lifetime.

Singers must be Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard or their Family Member (18 years or older with a valid ID card).

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Saturday, July 30

8 a.m. - Noon

Richardson Field off Kam. Hwy,

FREE admission! Open to the public

For more information call 449-3354.

Chris Cagle in FREE Concert ~ Saturday, Aug. 13 FREE Concert by

Country Superstar Chris Cagle

Saturday, Aug. 13

Ward Field

Opening act and time TBA

Open to all military families, DoD ID cardholders and their sponsored guests

Known for his chart-topping hits, such as "Chicks Dig It," "Laredo," "What Kinda Gone," "What a

Beautiful Day," and the #1 hit, "I Breathe In, In Breathe Out," Chris Cagle's music touches the

heart and lifts the spirit.

After the show, you'll want to boot, scoot & boogie over to the Country Bar at Club Pearl to keep

the party going!

PRIVATE MEET & GREET!!

Register now at THE COUNTRY BAR at CLUB PEARL for your chance to win a private Meet &

Greet with Chris Cagle!

More details on the free concert and meet & greet will be posted at www.greatlifehawaii.com as

they become available.

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Serving the

USAG-HI

Community

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USAG-HI COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER August 2011

1. FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) Learn to Swim - HMR Session #3: 10-20 Aug (Register 1-9 Aug). AMR Session #3: 8-20 Aug (Register 1-6 Aug). Richardson Pool Session #6: 8-18 Aug (Register 6 & 7Aug). Visit himwr.com for registration hours. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Children must be registered with CYSS and card must be shown in order to register for classes. Open Mic Night - Show off your talent no matter what it is and enjoy an evening of food and drink specials every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Tropics Recreation Center. Save the dates: 2 and 16 Aug . Get Your Craft On at the SGT Yano Library – Teens, ages 12 and up, give new life to old things and keep your school life organized with this crafty, recycling program. Come to the library on 2 Aug from 1500-1700 and decorate a binder for your new school year. All supplies will be provided. This program is free, please reserve a seat. Call 655-8002 or message us on Facebook (Hawaii Army Libraries) to save a spot. Texas Hold’em at the Tropics Recreation Center - Join us every 3rd Thursday of the month or on 4 Aug for poker, 1800 at the Tropics Recreation Center. If you live on the south side of the island, join us every 1st Wednesday of the month or on 3 Aug for Texas Hold’em at the Hale Ikena. This great FREE monthly tournament lets you test your skills against the best of the best Army players around! All ID cardholders 18 and older are welcome; it’s FREE with no buy in. Call 655-5698 for information. Creative Art Journaling - RELEASE your stress and pent up emotions! RELAX through Creative Art Journaling, 3 Aug with a thoughtful, more artful path towards discovering your inner feelings. Learn scrapbooking techniques on a different level. Teens and adults welcome. Visit with us once and you will be back for more!! The cost is just $30 for 10 sessions. Call 655-4202 for specific class date and time. Family Fun Friday - Enjoy FREE pizza and activities at the Tropics Recreation Center, 1800, 5 and 19 Aug. For additional details call 655-5698. National Bowling Week - Army Hawaii Bowling is helping to set a new world record for the most bowling played in one day. The record breaking day will be on 6 Aug at the Schofield and Fort Shafter Bowling centers which will both be open for 24 hours to help achieve this goal. The week leading up to 6 Aug will feature different specials such as Military Appreciation; Family and Friends Night, the World Record Kick-off night, and much more! For more info, please call 655-0572.

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Adventure Kayaking II - Are you comfortable in the water and ready to take the next step? If so, let Outdoor Recreation assist you with your adventures on 7 Aug, from 0500-1200 with adventure kayaking. For more information or to register please call 655-0143. Bunco at the Tropics - Put your game face on and come to the Tropics on 9 Aug at 1800. All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome. Call 655-5698 for information. Cake and Cookie Decorations at the AMR Library - Cake artist extraordinaire Ms. Rowena creates some of the most attractive sweets--they're almost too pretty to eat! Come to the library on 9 Aug from 1730-1900 to learn some of her skills and secrets for decorating cakes, candies, and other confectionery. Participants will also have a chance to try their hand at dessert décor at this event. All ages welcome. Please call 833-4851 to reserve a space. Dog Days of Summer - Enjoy the last days of summer with your friends, family, and best four-legged friend on 13 Aug, 1500 on Weyand Field. Come check out our pet and sponsor expo, as well as demonstrations by a military working dog unit. Compete in contests such as dog/owner look alike, costume, cutest, ugliest, and talent competitions. All dogs must be on a leash, in a carrier or stroller at all times. Only social dogs allowed. No dogs in heat. As the sun sets stay for a Movie in the Park which will be “Beverly Hills Chihuahua”! For more information, please call 655-0111. Oogles N Googles at the SGT Yano Library - Oogles n Googles will present preschool enrichment programs on 13 Aug at 1000. These programs are open to pre-school age children, 3-5 years old. Annual NAF Warehouse Closeout - Just moved to Hawaii and need some furniture, appliances, or vehicles all at a discounted price? Non-Appropriated Funds and NSM Support Services will hold a sale of ALL EXCESS INVENTORY at DEEP DISCOUNTS on 16 Aug. All sales are FINAL and in “AS IS” condition. Only cash or credit is accepted. Sale is at Fort Shafter Flats, Bldg 1598 compound. There are certain restrictions on time of entry. See schedule for more details. For more information, please contact: 438-3503. 0800-0900 - Military ID cardholders ONLY 0900-1000 - DoD ID card holders and Military card holders ONLY 1000 - Open to the general public 1200 - Vehicle auction begins 1500 - End of event "LIKE" FAMILY AND MWR HAWAII ON FACEBOOK AND RECEIVE ACCESS TO VIEW FULL LIST OF INVENTORY!!!

Pajama Storytime at the SGT Yano Library - Children of all ages are invited to “Catch a Falling Star” at our bedtime story hour on 17 Aug at 1830.


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Oama Halalu Fishing w/ Outdoor Recreation - Enjoy the beautiful island of Oahu during a morning of fishing on 21 Aug, 1800-1200. Cost is $35. For more information or to register please call 655-0143.

Afterschool at trhe SGT Yano Library - Elementary age children are invited to a back to school special storytime and activity on 24 Aug, from 1500-1545. Live, Army Online Tutoring and Career Help at the SGT Yano Library - Students of any age, from kindergartners to high school seniors, as well as adult learners, may log in from home or any computer to connect to an expert tutor for one-to-one help in math, science, social studies and English, as well as assistance with resume writing and interview preparation. Stop by the library on 25 Aug, between 1400-1800 to find out how to get 24/7 help with homework, studying, test prep, and resume writing. For more information, please call 655-8002. Medieval Fair at the Fort Shafter Library - “Hear Ye, Hear Ye!” Come one, come all! The fun awaits you at the library’s mini Medieval Fair on 31 Aug from 1500-1630. Free games and crafts for children of all ages! Blue Star Card Activities for Spouses of Deployed Soldiers Dog Days of Summer – 13 Aug, 1500-1900 Enjoy the last days of summer with your friends, family, and best four-legged friend. Come check out our pets and sponsor expo, as well as demonstrations by a military working dog unit. Compete in contests such as dog/owner look alike, costume, ugly, and talent competitions. All dogs must be on a leash, in a carrier or stroller at all times. Only social dogs allowed. No dogs in heat. As the sun sets for a Movie in the Park, don't miss "Beverly Hills Chihuahua!" Blue Star Card holders will receive free entry for up to 2 contests! For more information, visit www.HiMWR.com or call 655-0111. Animoto II SGT Yano Library - Did you love learning how to create quick and easy videos to share with your Soldier or loved ones? Bring your digital photos (approximately 30-50 pictures) to the SGT Yano Library on Thursday, 18 Aug at 1000 to learn even more advanced techniques in Animoto. You must have taken Animoto I to enroll in this class. Animoto allows people to make professional looking videos with images and music. It's a great way to make use of your digital photos! Spaces for this class are limited. To reserve your space or for additional information, contact [email protected] or call 655-0002. Super Saturday Childcare Petersen CDC and Schofield Barracks School Age Center - Super Saturday will be held on 20 Aug, from 0900-1400 at the Fort Shafter CDC and Fort Shafter Youth Center. To participate in Super Saturday Childcare, patrons must be Blue Star Card holders. Reservations may be

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made as early as 30 days prior to the event. For more information on Super Saturday or to make a reservation, call the Schofield Barracks CYS Services Registration Office at 655-5314 or the AMR Registration Office at 833-5393. Big R: Bunco Tropics - It's Bunco Time! Come celebrate another month of deployment complete with your Blue Star Card friends on 30 Aug from 1800-2000 at the Tropics. Bunco is a fun dice game and is a great for socializing! It's also very easy and quick to learn, if you don't know how to play. Light pupus and childcare will be provided, but space is limited. For more information or to register for this event, please call 655-0002 or email [email protected] by 22 Aug. Blue Star Card Program Information: Blue Star Card SUPERSTAR Punch Card is a recent initiative. If you attend Blue Star Card events, you will receive a Blue Star Card SUPERSTAR punch card. After attending 10 Blue Star Card events and filling your punch card, you will receive a FREE Blue Star Card t-shirt! Blue Star Card Event No-Show Policy - Starting 1 Feb, the Blue Star Card program implemented its event no-show policy. If you register for a Blue Star Card event and cannot attend, you must cancel your reservation by 1200 the day before the event. If you fail to cancel your reservation and do not attend, you will be considered a no-show, which will result in you automatically being wait-listed for the next month’s events. It is our goal to include as many Blue Star Card holders as possible in our events and, by implementing this policy, we hope to achieve this goal. The Blue Star Card Printer Station has moved to Fort Shafter! - The Blue Star Card printer station has moved from Tripler ACS to Fort Shafter ACS. Eligible patrons on the South side will now need to go to the Fort Shafter ACS office located at the Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Bldg 330, Clark Road, to get a Blue Star Card. The printer station at Schofield Barracks ACS is still available and unaffected by this move. Regular Blue Star Card registration requirements still apply. If you have any questions about the move, please contact [email protected] or call 655-0002. Blue Star Card is on Facebook! - Are you a Facebook fanatic? So are we! Become a fan of FMWR Hawaii and join the Blue Star Card Group Page! Stay current on all of the upcoming Blue Star Card special events and activities, RSVP online to attend events, view event photos, and tag your friends with special Blue Star Card stickers. Find us and friend us today! Health and Fitness Center STACC Site Information - The STACC site for the Health and Fitness Center will remain free for valid Blue Star Card Holders, Mon-Fri, 0800-1100, at Schofield’s Kaala Community Activities Center, Bldg. 556. Registration is required. For more information, please call 655-8313. Deploying Units - FMWR is available to come to your pre-deployment FRG meetings to explain the benefits of the Blue Star Card program and to answer questions. Please call 655-0002 for more information or to set up a meeting.




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Still Need a Blue Star Card? - The Blue Star Card is a FMWR deployment discount card for spouses of deployed Soldiers. The cards offer spouses discounts at FMWR facilities, activities, and special events and are valid throughout the entire deployment. For a full list of Blue Star benefits, visit the website at www.bluestarcardhawaii.com. Blue Star Card Email List - If you are a Blue Star Card holder but not receiving FMWR email updates, please email [email protected] so we can register your email address for future Blue Star Card updates. FMWR Deployment Program Information - If you have any questions, comments, or feedback regarding the Blue Star Card program and FMWR deployment programs, please contact Sarah Chadwick at 655-0002 or email [email protected]. Blue Star Card Holders are also encouraged to visit www.bluestarcardhawaii.com for all the latest updates and events. 2. SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICE The School Liaison Office reminds families that Hawaii public schools begin on or around 1 Aug. For registration information or for assistance with educational issues for Army dependents in public, private, charter, or for those that are homeschooling, please call 808-655-8326. Families can also visit the DOE website at doe.k12.hi.us or the private school website at hais.org". 3. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Care Response Team (CRT) Training - Volunteers are trained to provide short-term care and support to Families of Fallen and severely injured Soldiers or Family members. CRTs offer support and assistance to Families immediately following the tragic news. CRT is a command asset and volunteers are recruited and organized at the Company or Battalion level from within the Family Readiness Group (FRG) or Family membership. Please call 438-4499 or e-mail [email protected] for details. FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Anger Awareness - Would you like to be able to control your temper better? Wish you didn't yell so much? We can help! In our 1-hour interactive class you can learn useful techniques to cope with feelings of anger and keep that temper under control. Call 655-0596 for more information. Date: 18 Aug Time: 1500-1630 Place: ACS, SB Daddy Boot Camp for New Dads - Offers hands on training so new dads can be confident and effective parents. To register, call 655-0596.

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Date: 13 Aug Time: 1800-1930 Place: Fort Shafter Aloha Center Become a ScreamFree Parent - This is a four-part parenting curriculum that focuses on helping parents stay calm and connected to their children so that they can create loving and meaningful relationships. ScreamFree Parenting is the principle-based relationship approach that has already brought peace to thousands of families. For more information please call 655-0596. Dates: 4, 11, 18 & 25 Aug Time: 1800-1930 Place: ACS, SB NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) The New Parent Support Program is offering all of their most requested classes at the Aliamanu Military Reservation Community Center for the month of August. For more information contact 655-4227. The Infant Massage Class is offered to teach parents various techniques specific to babies. There are so many benefits, but, to mention a few, it can increase your communication with your baby and help you to understand your baby’s moods, needs, desires and expressions. Dates: 4 & 11 Aug Time: 0900-1100 Place: AMR Community Center The Newborn Care Class 1 and 2 are being offered to prepare first time parents to learn skills on how to care for their newborn. It will cover such topics as soothing a fussy baby, importance of bonding and attachment, diapering and bathing, etc. Come learn the basics of newborn care to make the early month special for you and your baby. Newborn Care I Date: 2 Aug Time: 0900-1100 Place: AMR Community Center Newborn Care II Date: 9 Aug Time: 0900-1100 Place: AMR Community Center Breastfeeding Basics Class will teach and provide skills for the first time moms to build their self-confidence in their ability to breastfeed successfully during the first few days. Class will be taught by NPSP’s nurses/Lactation Counselor.


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Date: 16 Aug Time: 0900-1100 Place: AMR Community Center NOTE: FOR ALL THE NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM CLASSES, PLEASE CALL 655-4227 FOR MORE INFORMATION Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) ACS EFMP continues their partnership with the Community Chaplains and the Children’s Community Council to offer Autism Support Groups. The groups provide Families with an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information, and become knowledgeable about community resources. Onsite child care will be available but children must be registered with CYSS Kids on Site and sign up is required. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4791 or 655-1551 for more information. Date: 2 Aug Time: 1800-1930 Place: AMR Chapel Date: 10 Aug Time: 1800-1930 Place: SB Chapel ACS Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) continues to offer a SHARE Support Group for EFMP Families. The groups provide Families an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information, and become more knowledgeable about community resources. Onsite child care will be available but children must be registered with CYSS Kids on Site and sign up is required. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4791 or 655-1551 for more information. Date: 16 Aug Time: 1800-1900 Place: AMR Chapel Date: 24 Aug Time: 1800-1930 Place: SB Chapel ACS EFMP continues their partnership with the Community Chaplains to offer a Down Syndrome Support Group. The group provides Families with an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information, and become knowledgeable about community resources. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4791 or 655-1551 for more information. Date: 3 Aug Time: 1800-1900


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Place: SB Chapel Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault - The Victim Advocates man a 24/7 crisis hotline: 624-SAFE (624-7233), for adults who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. - Advocacy services are voluntary. - Advocates are liaisons for the victims in the following manner: - advocate with command - assist with referrals - attend court hearings - assists with TROs - accompany victims to CID and JAG -The advocate will work as a liaison with command for support to the victim. The advocate will communicate with the command to either instill a 72-hour cool off period or even extending it if needed. The advocates also communicate with the command regarding ERD issues, TROs, basic needs that may not be met, and safety issues for either the Family member or the Soldier. For questions regarding the Victim Advocacy Program, please call Toni Wicker (Victim Advocate Coordinator) at 655-1638. For the Sexual Assault Prevention/Response Program, please call Carren Ziegenfuss (Sexual Assault Response Coordinator) at 655-1718. Money Matters TSP & Retirement It is never too early to start planning for retirement. Learn about TSP and how it can help you achieve your retirement goals. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 3 Aug Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Managing Your Checking Account - How many times a day do you swipe your debit card? Learn how to track your purchases and maintain your checking account. This also covers how to choose the right bank for your needs. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 3 Aug Time: 1030-1200 Place: ACS, SB Money Management - The best way to accomplish your dreams is to start with a plan. Learn how to decrease your expenses and make your money work for you. This workshop focuses on the basic tools for financial success. Call 655-4227 for more information.


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Dates: 10 & 24 Aug Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Money Harmony - All couples need to talk about money issues. When money problems get out of control so can the relationship. This course is designed to help you resolve money conflict in life and relationships. This course is for married or singles in relationships. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 10 Aug Time: 1030-1200 Place: ACS, SB Secrets of Car Buying - Learn how to negotiate the best deal and find out how much car you can afford. Leave this workshop confident in the process of financing, purchasing, and trading-in your vehicle. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 17 Aug Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Advanced Investing - You paid off your debt, contribute to TSP, and max IRA contributions, now what? This workshop focuses on those who have accomplished basic investing and want to move to the next level. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 17 Aug Time: 1030-1200 Place: ACS, SB First Term Financial Training - First Term Soldiers and Families undergo several financial changes in a short period of time. This workshop focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal responsibility. The goal is to encourage these Soldiers and Families to understand their personal finances and learn tools for financial success. This is a mandatory program of instruction for First Term Soldiers. A certificate is awarded to each participant who completes the 8 hours of instruction. Call 655-4227 for more information. Dates: 8 & 22 Aug Time: 0830-1600 Place: ACS, SB Date: 18 Aug Time: 0800-1600 Place: Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Rm 111, Bldg 330 All About Credit - Good or bad, your credit history follows you in many walks of life. It determines your interest rates, fees, and can even impact your career. This workshop focuses


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on establishing good credit and what to do to raise your credit rating. Call 655-4227 for more information. Date: 24 Aug Time: 1030-1200 Place: ACS, SB The Financial Readiness Program has one-on-one personal financial counseling available by appointment. Call 655-4227 to schedule your appointment today. Work and Careers Employment Orientation - Kick start your job search in Hawaii! Get employment information on Federal, State, private sector and staffing agencies. Check out the reference materials, job listings, computers, etc., that are always available for use. Call 655-4227 to register today. Dates: 12, 19 & 26 Aug Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB Civilian Resume Writing - Learn how to tailor your resume for a civilian sector job, gain helpful tips on job searching in the civilian sector as well as how to prepare for an interview. Call 655-4227 to register today. Date: 25 Aug Time: 0900-1030 Place: ACS, SB 10 Steps to a Federal Resume Seminar - Understanding the Federal Writing system can be difficult. This 2-day seminar provides the necessary information to help you with your Federal Resume writing, as well as, information regarding the importance of networking and the executive orders. Learn how to search USAJOBS and how to apply for a specific job. Examples of Federal Resumes will be given in this class as a guide to help you while you write your own. Dates: 4 & 5 Aug Time: 0900-1100 Place: Building 330, Room 111D, Fort Shafter Aloha Center, ACS Newcomers Orientation Ho’ike - New to Hawaii! Come and join the fun at this lively Ho’ike to learn about ACS services and programs, community resources, Hawaiian culture and customs. Ho’ike at Schofield Barracks Nehelani is complimented with a FREE luncheon provided by FMWR. For more information or to register call 655-4227. Dates: 4, 11& 25 Aug Time: 0900-1230 Place: Nehelani, SB


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Date: 11 Aug Time: 0900-1100 Place: ACS, FS – Aloha Center Sponsorship Training - Helping sponsors understand that good sponsorship can make a difference in helping Soldiers and Families make a smooth transition to Hawaii. The Relocation Readiness team is available to provide you with tips and resources. Call 655-4227 for more information or to schedule a Sponsorship Training. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) Survivor Support Group Meeting is the second Tuesday monthly, 1730-2000, at the SOS Center, Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Room 111, Bldg 330. Bowling Buddies on Survivor Tuesdays - will be bowling at the Fort Shafter bowling center on 16 Aug, 1700-2000. Call 438-9285 for more information and / or to participate. Friday with Friends Survivor Support Group - Scrapbooking and crafting memories will meet the second and fourth Fridays from 0900 1200 through August. The group will meet at the SOS Center within the Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Room 111, Bldg 330. Call 438-9285 to learn more and / or to participate. Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Army life can be a jungle so let AFTB help you navigate through the rough terrain. Whether you are new to the Army or have been around awhile, we have something for everyone. We even have opportunities for you to become a part of the AFTB team as a volunteer! AFTB Level I, Survivor is designed to introduce you to the military lifestyle and also serves as a “refresher” course for what to expect even if you’ve been around the Army for a while! You will learn the ropes, share experiences, increase your knowledge about the Army lifestyle, and meet new people. Learn the jungle language, learn how to get into your community and get involved. Call Ferne Conroy, ACS AFTB Program Manager at 655-1703 or email [email protected] to register. Level II Class Dates: 16, 17, 23 & 24 Aug Time: 0900-1230 Place: ACS, SB Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness - Classes are available upon request. Please call 655-4779 to request a class.


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4. ARMED SERVICES YMCA WHEELER (Tammy Ray, 624-5645) 1262 Santos Dumont Ave, WAAF Our office is open Monday through Friday from 0800-1400 and at other times by appointment.

Operation Makeover Nominations for Operation Makeover are being accepted from Commanding Officers, their staff or designees, and Chaplains, counselors, junior officers, and enlisted non-commissioned officers. If chosen, the recipient will receive:

• A complete hair and makeover from Paul Brown Salon and Spa • A $250 shopping spree at GUESS Apparel • Dinner for two at Roy’s Restaurant (Waikiki) • A two-night stay at the Marriott Waikiki (ocean view room)

Visit our website asymcahi.org for more information and to download the nomination form. Operation Kid Comfort - Operation Kid Comfort is designed for children whose parent(s) are deployed or will be deploying. Children under the age of six are given a quilt, and children ages seven and above receive a pillow. Armed Services YMCA volunteers and staff receive photos from the recipient's family, which are then assembled into a quilt or pillow. The program is free to recipient families. Interested families should contact the Pearl Harbor ASYMCA Branch at 473-3398 or email at [email protected]. Parent Participation Preschool - This program is for children ages 3-4, and is designed to help your pre-school child make a smooth transition into the structure of kindergarten with you right by his/her side. There are still limited slots available, so please call 624-5645 to register. Parents have the option of coming 2 or 4 days a week, Tues and Thurs at a cost of $40/month or Mon thru Thurs at a cost of $80/month. All preschool meetings are from 0900-1100. The Children’s Waiting Room - We offer onsite childcare for healthy children while their parents or siblings have medical appointments in any of the Schofield Clinics or at TAMC. There is no set fee for this service, but your donations keep this program running.

Tripler Hospital (808) 833-1185 for reservations

Schofield Clinics (808) 624-5645 for reservations

Monday 0800-1200 & 1300-1500 0800-1200 & 1300-1600 Tuesday 0800-1200 & 1300-1500 0800-1200 & 1300-1600 Wednesday 0800-1200 & 1300-1500 0800-1200 & 1300-1600 Thursday 0800-1200 & 1300-1500 0800-1200 & 1300-1600 Friday 0800-1200 & 1300-1500 0800-1200 & 1300-1600


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Playmorning is an interactive playgroup for children up to age 5 and their parent or caregivers. Playmorning features a variety of age-appropriate activities, crafts, songs and more! No pre-registration is required. The cost is $2 per child, per visit. Playmorning Punch Cards are also available at $20 for 11 visits. The program is offered at the following locations from 0900-1030, except Iroquois Point, which is 0930-1100.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Wheeler ASYMCA

Iroquois Point Elementary

Helemano

Community Ctr


Wheeler ASYMCA


Helemano

Community Ctr


Wheeler ASYMCA

Would you like to be on the ASYMCA’s mailing list? If so, please e-mail

[email protected] and ask to be added. Program Details - Our emergency food locker is available to families who are experiencing financial difficulty and could use some extra assistance. We generally have a supply of canned goods, frozen food, dry goods, and personal care items. Our food pantry is available during office hours and after hours by appointment only.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AMR

ASYMCA &

Hickam Community Ctr

& Moanalua

Community Ctr

Pearl City Community Ctr

& Ford Island Playground

(next to Navy Lodge)

AMR ASYMCA

& Hickam

Community Ctr

Pearl City Community Ctr

& Kindermusick at AMR Community

Ctr

AMR ASYMCA

& Moanalua

Community Ctr

5. OTHER PROGRAMS Fitness FUN For All in the Family (Free Trial Lessons & 20% Discount) - Hawaii Academy (a private school for lifetime fitness, gymnastics, and human sciences) has collaborated with military programs for the past 13 years providing unique events and activities for everyone in the family, including 1 to 99 year olds. It is one of the only places in the world where three and four generation families train together and even compete in gymnastics and fitness competitions side-by-side. Enjoy classes in fitness, Parkour (free-running/jumping), trampoline, tumbling, artistic gymnastics, cirque, cheer, dance, kick boxing, etc. Programs are available for all abilities (remedial to expert) with ongoing training of world-class athletes. Enjoy Friday 1800-2200 and Monday 1900-2200 FUN Nights for open training at $5/hr (also called Parents' Night Out). Possibly the best rebounding facility in the Pacific (e.g., 15 trampolines, tumble tramps, rod and spring floors, eight bungee systems, overhead spotting equipment, and soft mats everywhere). Try a month of classes FREE then receive a 20% military discount on all tuition.



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Try a workshop (e.g., Safe Falling), handspring/flips clinic, 1-9 weeks of summer school, school break camp, or other special event. For more information, please call 842-5642 or see www.hawaiiacademy.com. 6. MISC INFORMATION The Oahu South SIMS meets the first Wednesday of every month from 0900-1000, at the Hale Ikena, and that all spouses are welcome to attend in order to get information on what is going on each month...all in about 1 hour! We do ask that arrangements be made for childcare for that hour so that we can get all the information out within that hour. 7. SCHEDULED EVENTS Oahu North ONCD PX/Commissary/Nehelani Advisory Council

5 Sep 2011, 1015, Nehelani 5 Dec 2011, 1015, Nehelani

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Fort Shafter PXMarket & Hale Ikena Advisory Meeting 3 Aug 2011, 1015-1115, Wednesday, Hale Ikena, FS 2 Nov 2011, 1015-1115, Wednesday, Hale Ikena, FS 8. NEWSLETTER AND MEETING INFORMATION Websites: The Newsletter is also available on the Division Website at www.25idl.army.mil and the 8th TSC Website at www.usarpac.army.mil/8tsc/index.html; look at the left column, under “spouses information”. Email Article Submissions by the 3rd Friday of every month to: [email protected]. Next SIMS North Meeting: 6 September 2011, 0900-1000, Nehelani. Please send any related concerns/changes to LTC Pamela Ting at [email protected]. Spouse Information Meeting POC for North is LTC Pamela Ting at [email protected]. Next SIMS South Meeting: Wednesday, 7 September 2011, 0900-1000, Hale Ikena. Please send any related concerns/changes to Leighton Siu at [email protected]. Spouse Information Meeting POC for South is Ms. Linda Keller at [email protected].

http://www.hawaiiacademy.com/

http://www.25idl.army.mil/

http://www.usarpac.army.mil/8tsc/index.html






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