Preview November 2015

MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES // IWAKUNI, JAPAN

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HIROSHIMA'S SOUL FOOD: OKONOMIYAKI MAKING SOMETHING FROM NOTHING GO

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH SMP THANKFUL IN IWAKUNI

The UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS Birthday

Holiday

Tree Lighting ceremony

11.28 / 5 PM Cherry Blossom Triangle

SPONSORED BY:

The appearance of commercial sponsors’ logos does not constitute official endorsement by the US Federal Government or the US Marine Corps.

Free cookies, hot cider and hot chocolate Prizes will be raffled at the event There will be a visit from Santa and holiday favorites will be performed by the MC Perry music program.

Open to all base personnel and guests.

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C ON T E N T S FEATURES

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Hiroshima's Soul Food: Okonomiyaki

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Making Something From Nothing

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The USMC Birthday

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Go Home For The Holidays With SMP

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Thankful In Iwakuni

RESOURCES

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SMP

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Base Resources

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Around Japan

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IronWorks Gym

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Wellness Services

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Kids & Parents

CALENDARS

FEATURE: THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY

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Regional Attractions

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日本語カレンダー

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MCCS Event Calendar

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Group Fitness

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JD's Daily Specials

REGULARS

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Direct from the Director

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MCX Promotions

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Entertainment

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Directory

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LETTER FROM THE MCCS DIRECTOR

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MCCS DIRECTOR John E. Iwaniec MCCS DEPUTY DIRECTOR Robert E. Johnston SUPPORT DIVISION CHIEF Anthony LaBarre PREVIEW Magazine is a monthly magazine published by Marine Corps Community Services’ Marketing to inform the community of events and programs offered by MCCS. The appearance of advertising and sponsors’ logos in this publication does not constitute federal government or Marine Corps endorsement.

MARKETING DIRECTOR / EDITOR-IN-CHIEF J. Michael Browning DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER Sarah Puma MANAGING EDITOR Eduardo Almonte PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST Jessica McFarlane MARKETING COORDINATORS Paul Anthony Torres Anise Brown LEAD CREATIVE DESIGNER Jongeun Spencer GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Sus Fukushima Eduardo Almonte Kristi Anderson DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALISTS Jacob Hatter Adam McCambridge Eric Turner Aaron Roman MARKETING ASSISTANT Jenna West COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES Kanji Niue Preview Magazine can be contacted via MCCS Marketing at 253-5284 or iwa.mrktg@usmc-mccs.org. For information on advertising your business or sponsoring MCCS events and programs, please call: 0827-794169 or DSN 253-4169. Uncredited photography provided by MCCS employees or stock photography websites. Interested in contributing images?

Contact the Marketing Office at 253-5284.

この基地内月間情報誌「プレビュー」に広 告を掲載されませんか？電光掲示板やモ ニターなど基地内のその他の媒体による 広告や基地内イベントへの協賛および協 賛広告（スポンサーシップ）も募集してい ます。詳細はMCCSマーケティングの下記 連絡先にお問い合わせください。日本語 での対応も可能です。連絡先：基地外か ら: 0827-79-4169、基地内線253-4169. mccsiwakuni.com/sponsorship

DIRECT DIRECTOR from the

I would like to start this month’s commentary by informing the community that we will have a disruption of service in the Library from November 2, through the end of December. MCCS will be completely renovating the library with new fixtures, carpets, painting and materials. I really dislike closing a facility but in this case there is no other option with the extent of renovations required.

November is the perhaps the most notable month for our community because it was during this month in 1775 that the United States Marine Corps was founded. If you are a Marine, you know that the biggest celebration of the year is the Marine Corps Ball, where along with your brothers and sisters you will honor the traditions and legacy of the Corps. Locally, MCCS Iwakuni is busy preparing to ensure that our community enjoys a celebration they will never forget. From the beauty experts at Head to Toe Beauty Salon to the staff at Starch and Stripes, we are giving our best to help you and your dates look their best.

While we celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday this month, it is equally important that we pause and reflect on another important holiday. Veterans Day is recognized annually on November 11 and originated as Armistice Day, honoring the end of World War I which formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Our nation and our community are filled with Veterans that have served our country in all armed forces and we know first hand about the contributions and sacrifices Veterans have done for our country.

Speaking of holidays, we can’t forget about your stomach’s favorite—Thanksgiving. The Single Marine Program will be hosting a football-themed Thanksgiving feast and feeding our single and unaccompanied servicemembers. Club Iwakuni is available for take-out Thanksgiving meals and will also host a scrumptious buffet. If you’re hosting dinner at your home, why not invite a servicemember to join your family? It’s hard being away from families this time of year and they really enjoy sharing a meal with you.

As the holidays approach, let our MCCS professionals help you find the balance between indulging at celebrations to maintaining a physical fitness standard. Some strategies for keeping fit are: joining a holiday run/walk, attending a Group Fitness class or commuting to work with your own two feet. Hiking is a great way to burn calories and Outdoor Recreation has maps to many locations within the region that feature great courses and spectacular fall colors.

Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Japan. Whether you hike it, walk it or photograph it, make sure you get outside and see it with your friends or family. Let’s all enjoy the start of the holiday season and remember to look out for each other. Happy Holidays!

“Semper Fi” John Iwaniec Marine Corps Community Services Director MARKETING WELCOMES AARON TO THE TEAM.

WHO WE ARE AUTUMN GRAVES POSITION: Health Promotions Assistant Director “I’m excited to be a new member of MCCS and promote a healthy community.”

PARTICIPANTS ARE PELTED WITH COLOR AS THEY RUN TO SUPPORT THREE CAUSES AT OCTOBER'S COLOR ME AWARE RUN.

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The Baby & Me

RELEASE

RE CEIVE A

Program

Exclusively available at MCX. Upon providing us with a copy of a child's birth certificate within 90 days of their arrival into this world, all authorized MCX patrons will...

$10

STORE GIFT CARD

PARTY NOVEMBER 5

MCX will once again host a Midnight release party for the latest Call of Duty Game.

The date for release is November 6. The event will consist of a game tournament leading to the release. Winners of the tournament will win a copy of the game and other prizes.

MCX § 253-5641

BUY Ten Books GET One

FREE

up to a $25 value!

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Our Advertising Policy We try to have adequate stock of all advertised items. When out-of-stocks occur, we offer a substitute item of comparable value. This excludes limited offers and special purchase items not regularly available at your MCX. To maximize stock available to our customers, we may limit quantities. No additional discounts on advertised items.

Call 253-5641 for details. MCX advertising is part of your benefits as a member of the US military family. If you would like to receive information about our sales and special events via email, please write us at mcxhelp@usmc-mccs.org.

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INTRAMURAL SPORTS COMMANDER’S CUP GLADIATOR’S CHALLENGE 2015

NOV 13, 10 AM - 2 PM Penny Lake Softball Field #2

HOLIDAY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT DEC 5, 10 AM - 6 PM IronWorks Gym Sports Courts

WINTER WARM-UP KICKBALL TOURNAMENT DEC 12, 10 AM - 5 PM Penny Lake Softball Field #1

§253-3067 ombiwaintramuralsports@usmc-mccs.org

Outdoor

REC

Outdoor

REC

SANDANKYO

HIKE

NOV 7 & 14 8 AM - 4 PM Sign-up: Oct 7 & 14 $15 §253-3842/3822

DECEMBER 19 7 AM - 6:30 PM Sign-up begins

NOVEMBER 19

SAIOTO

snowboard §253-3842/3822

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SMP IWAKUNI

BASE ACTIVITIES

SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM The Single Marine Program (SMP) is open to single & unaccompanied servicemembers only. SMP event sign-ups start 30 days prior to regular trips and 60 days for overnight trips. Deadline is one week prior unless otherwise noted. Transportation and hotel fees are due upon sign-up.

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARINE LOUNGE

HORNET'S NEST

253-5368 // 2ND FLOOR CROSSROADS SUN-THUR: 10 AM - MIDNIGHT FRI, SAT & HOL: 10 AM - 2 AM

253-3585 // NORTHSIDE BLDG. 1347 OPEN 24/7

MONTHLY PING-PONG TOURNAMENT NOVEMBER 4, 7-9 PM Best two out of three matches for 11 points.

Trophies will be awarded to first and second places. Snacks and drinks provided.

8-BALL POOL TOURNAMENT

MOVIE NIGHT

NOVEMBER 25, 7-9 PM The Marine Lounge is hosting an 8-Ball Pool Tournament. MCX Gift Cards will be awarded to first and second place winners. Snacks and drinks will be provided!

NOVEMBER 3, 7-10 PM Enjoy an evening indoors watching a movie on the big screen. Free popcorn, snacks and beverages will be served throughout the event.

SMP COMMITTEE MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 3-4 PM Held the first Thursday of the month unless a federal holiday falls on or near that date, in which case the meeting will be moved to the second Thursday of the month.

PING-PONG TOURNAMENTS

CHILDREN’S HOME VISIT

PRE-THANKSGIVING DAY PARTY

NOVEMBER 14, 9 AM - 5 PM, NO FEE SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 7, 10 AM We are looking for 18 Volunteers to visit a Japanese Children’s Home. Transportation and lunch will be provided. All volunteers will receive an LOA. Sign up at either the Marine Lounge or the Hornet’s Nest.

NOVEMBER 25, 5-8 PM Come and enjoy our Movie Marathon. Free chicken and hot wings, side dishes, desserts and beverages will be served during the event.

NOVEMBER 11 & 26, NOON - 2 PM HORNET’S NEST AND MARINE LOUNGE The Hornet’s Nest and Marine Lounge will be hosting a One-on-One Ping-Pong Tournament.

Best two out of three matches for 11 points.

MCX gift cards will be awarded to first and second place winners. Snacks and drinks will be served during the event.

KINTAI CLEAN-UP DAY NOVEMBER 20, 9 AM - 4 PM SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 13 We are looking for 18 Volunteers to help with a clean-up in the Kintai area. Transportation will be provided. All volunteers will be provided with free snacks, beverages and LOA. Sign up at either the Marine Lounge or the Hornet’s Nest.

SUMO TOURNAMENT NOVEMBER 17, 7-9 PM Compete against others in a Sumo Tournament! Registration begins at 6:30 PM and the tournament starts at 7 PM. Snacks and beverages will be served. Prizes awarded to first and second place!

TURKEY BOWL PRE-THANKSGIVING DAY PARTY NOVEMBER 25, 5-8 PM Celebrate the festivities at our PreThanksgiving Day Turkey Bowl Party. Wear your favorite football team’s jersey, play and compete in our Thanksgiving edition of “Minute to Win It”. Prizes will be awarded to first and second place winners. Free chicken and hot wings, side dishes, desserts and beverages will be served throughout the event.

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ENTERTAINMENT

CLUBS INDIAN JOE'S [OFFICERS]

SOCIAL HOUR WITH FREE FINGER FOODS FRIDAYS, 5-7 PM

CLUB IWAKUNI Club Iwakuni offers something for everyone; from family friendly theme nights, to Sunday brunch buffets, to live entertainment and happy hours. Visit the Club today to find out all the dining and entertainment options that are available to the community.

253-5416/3363

K-BAR

[STAFF NCO]

THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFET

SUNDAY BRUNCH

SOCIAL HOUR WITH FREE FINGER FOODS

November 26, 10 AM - 2 PM

SUNDAYS, 10 AM - 2 PM

FRIDAYS, 6-8 PM

LANDING ZONE

$14.95 ADULTS, $5.95 KIDS AGES 6-10

BINGO NOVEMBER 9, 5-10 PM

[JR. ENLISTED]

Gather your friends for a chance to win big!

VARIETY DJ

D'S GRILLE

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 8 PM - MIDNIGHT

SOCIAL HOUR WITH FREE FINGER FOODS FRIDAYS 8-10 PM

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Like MCCS Iwakuni on Facebook or visit mccsiwakuni.com for up-to-date information on coming events.

WANTED

DJ’S

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ENTERTAINMENT/DINING

A TASTE OF ITALY TUESDAYS, 5-9 PM

MONDAY - THURSDAY, 6:30 AM - MIDNIGHT;

$10.95 ADULTS, $5.95 KIDS AGES 6-10

FRIDAY, 6:30 AM - 2 AM; SATURDAY, 7 AM - 2 AM;

Pick your favorite pasta ingredients and let us cook it for you. Salad and dessert included.

SUNDAY, 7 AM - MIDNIGHT

Take the family out any night of the week or host a small group meeting while enjoying a meal. See page 40 for daily specials!

MONGOLIAN NIGHT WEDNESDAYS, 5-9 PM $.75/OZ ADULTS, $5.95 KIDS AGES 6-10

In support of the Marine Corps Ball JD's will conduct limited hours of operation NOVEMBER 19-22.

Create your own Mongolian-style dish for our chefs to cook.

MONDAY - THURSDAY, 6 AM - 10 PM

STEAK NIGHT

FRIDAY - SATURDAY, 6 AM - MIDNIGHT

THURSDAYS, 5-9 PM

SUNDAY, 6 AM - 10 PM

PRICE VARIES DEPENDING ON ORDER

LUNCH GRAND BUFFET

Rare, medium or well done? Customize your steak dinner.

WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY, 11 AM - 1:30 PM $12 ADULTS, $5.95 KIDS AGES 6-10

Serving a wide variety of salad, entrées, desserts, pastas and Asian dishes.

THEATER

MCCS IWAKUNI THEATER

253-5291

XTREMEWORKS SKATE PARK 253-6578

Ages 12 & older: $3 Ages 6-11: $1.50 Ages 5 & under: FREE MONDAY, THURSDAY &

Skaters must be at least 10 years old or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Bicycles not permitted.

FRIDAY, 7 PM SHOWING

STRIKE ZONE BOWLING

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

253-3495

4 PM & 7 PM SHOWINGS

SUNDAY - THURSDAY, 11 AM - 10 PM;

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, 11 AM - MIDNIGHT

CLOSED

Like MCCS Iwakuni Theater on Facebook to be the first to know when movies premiere.

THEATER

Get out of the heat!

Have a party with us!

253-6103

Gather your friends for a delicious spread of your favorite brunch dishes.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES / UNIT MOVIES AWARD CEREMONIES / SPECIAL EVENTS FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT OMBIWASAKURA@USMC-MCCS.ORG OR §253-3499

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THE 11TH FRAME LOUNGE MONDAY - THURSDAY, 5-11 PM; FRIDAY & SATURDAY, 3 PM - 1 AM SUNDAY, 3-11 PM

MOBILE CANTEEN 253-4108

Regularly scheduled runs throughout the air station.

SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM (SMP) See page 5.

253-3585 (HORNET'S NEST) 253-5368 (MARINE LOUNGE)

HOLIDAY

ME ALS

o G o T PARTY PLANNING

Meal Options

CLUB IWAKUNI ยง253-3382

Orders must be placed 7 days prior to the requested pick-up date.

BASE RESOURCES

RETAIL / SERVICES / HOSPITALITY MARINE CORPS EXCHANGE (MCX) 253-5641

The MCX proudly services the needs of servicemembers and their families.

HIROSHIMA AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION SERVICE 253-4377

FOUR SEASONS GIFT SHOP

Need a ride from/to the Hiroshima A two week reservation will be required for airport transportation. Payment is required to secure a seat.

Find the perfect gift for any occasion at Four Seasons gift shop.

Located on the second floor of the MCX.

STORAGE UNITS

MILITARY CLOTHING The MCX offers a full range of Marine Corps uniforms and a select number of Navy uniform items. A limited selection of items can also be found at the Northside Marine Mart. Special orders are available.

SPECIAL ORDERS

253-4385

Convenient storage for extra furniture, sporting gear and other household items that need a place to stay. Accessible 24-hours a day.

BARKING LOT (PET BOARDING) 253-3588

We’ll ask if we can get the items you request. A 30% deposit is due when we open your special order and the balance is due when you receive your special order.

Boarding space at our kennel is limited. If you are sponsoring a new member to the Iwakuni community or planning a vacation, make your pet reservations today.

THE FURNITURE STORE

TANAKA OPTICAL

253-6621

253-4758

WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY, 10 AM - 6 PM

We fill orders for contacts and glasses, plus we supply the latest in sunglasses. Located at the Northside Marine Mart complex.

CLOSED MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

Find all your furniture needs at our new location in building 443.

WOOD HOBBY SHOP 253-5320 WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY, 11 AM - 1 PM & 4-8 PM; SATURDAYS, 8 AM - 8 PM; SUNDAYS, NOON - 8 PM SAFETY CLASS WEDNESDAYS, 5-6 PM, SATURDAYS, NOON - 1 PM

SERVICES + 253-4723

Our services include key-making, satellite receivers for rent, FedEx shipping, trophy and plaque production, wood and metal engraving, customized stamps, business cards, dog tags, copying and outgoing faxes. We also sell shipping boxes. Please allow several days for packing during high volume seasons.

STRIKE ZONE PRO SHOP 253-3495

MARINE

CORPS BALL

For all bowling and golfing needs. Reservations for the Iwakuni Country Club are available from 11 AM - 9 PM.

STARCH & STRIPES 253-4742

We provide laundering, dry cleaning, tailoring, alterations, mending and repairs. Next day pick-up is available for laundering at an additional 30% charge. Items must be dropped off by 1 PM and picked up the next day after 4 PM. Same day pick-up is available at an additional 50% charge. Items must be dropped off before 9:30 AM and pick up the same day after 4 PM. For tailoring there is an additional 20% for 3 days pick-up. This is based on availability. Please see an associate for details.

HEAD TO TOE SALON 253-4708

We offer a wide range of hair, nail care, ear piercing and waxing services. Cancellation Policy: Please visit or call us for our cancellation policy.

TEMPORARY LODGING FACILITY (TLF) 253-3221

We provide accommodations for all official TAD and guests with PCS orders. Our facilities also provide accommodation to authorized travelers on a space available basis.

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Looking to earn some extra cash?

Now hiring

workers for the Marine Corps Ball

NOV 19, 20 & 21 HUMAN RESOURCES

§253-3030

. mccsiwakuni.com/hr

BASE RESOURCES

AUTO VEHICLE RENTAL

TYPHOON MOTORS

253-4245

253-4385

Our well maintained rental fleet consists of small pickup trucks, passenger vans and cars. Make reservations in advance. We also offer BBQ grills and propane tanks for rent.

We offer a variety of services to keep your vehicle running smooth.

Feel free to contact our knowledgeable and friendly staff about your automotive needs.

EARLY DROP OFF PLAN

MAINTENANCE SERVICES.

Customers using the Early Drop Off Plan may return rental cars at any time prior to the date and time the vehicle is due back.

Additional fees will be applied to vehicles without a full tank of gas.

There is no early drop-off for vehicles involved in accidents.

Services include oil and filter change, brake and radiator work, stereo installation, diagnostic checks, tire work, troubleshooting, clutch repair, part and accessory orders and more.

EXTEND 1/2 DAY FOR 1/2 PRICE

MONDAY - FRIDAY, 8 AM - 3:30 PM

Rent a car for at least one day and extend it for half day on the return day for ½ price. Offer not retroactive. Customers must sign-up for special at time of rental. Unless entire reservation is canceled there is no refund on this special.

AUTO SKILLS CENTER

TOWING SERVICES CLOSED SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS

Towing services are only available during business hours and within a 50KM radius of MCAS Iwakuni. If you are involved in an accident, make sure you call PMO first at 253-3303 (DSN), 0827-79-3303 (from off base or cell phone).

253-5325

TITLE CHANGES

Whether you are looking to repair, restore or just clean your vehicle, the Auto Skills Center has what you need!

Get your vehicle title changed for $45.

PROJECT BAY $8/DAY

Loaners are for JCI patrons and are limited to local usage within 50KM of base. Vehicles available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Available on a first-come, first-served basis. We provide state of the art tools, engine hoist, hydraulic transmission jack and more.

JCI INSPECTION

MONTHLY SATURDAY CLASS: DE-REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE NOVEMBER 7, 10-11 AM AT THE ASC

JCI LOANER VEHICLES

Have your JCI Inspection performed by our professional mechanics at Typhoon Motors.

VEHICLE PRE-PURCHASE SAFETY INSPECTION New to Iwakuni or just buying another vehicle? We’ll check it over and provide any findings along with an estimate for needed repairs.

DO IT

YOURSELF

PERFECT FOR GIFTS! MAKE YOUR VERY OWN!

MAKE YOUR OWN CUTTING BOARD IN TIME FOR THANKSGIVING

CUTTING BOARD CLASS

NOVEMBER SATURDAYS • 2-4 PM WOOD HOBBY SHOP

CLASS: $10 ADDITIONAL FEE FOR WOOD

SAFETY CLASS REQUIRED TO ATTEND §253-5320

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EXCEPTIONAL

Financial Management Program is back with

Financial

Fitness Week November 9 What is Your Money Personality?

8-9 AM Car Buying 101 10-11:30 AM Strengthen Your TSP 3-4:30 PM

November 10 Pump Up Your Credit Score 8-9:30 AM Home Buying 101 10-11:30 AM Debt Smack Down 3-4:30 PM

November 12

BREAK NOVEMBER 18, 9:30-10:30 AM

Strengthen Your TSP 8-9:30 AM

BLDG. 411, RM. 121

Home Buying 101 10-11:30 AM

EFMP § 253-5601

Debt Smack Down 12:30-2 PM Car Buying 101 2-3:30 PM What is Your Money Personality?

3:30-4:30 PM

November 13 Pump Up Your Credit Score 8-9:30 AM

CULTURAL TRIP: OKONOMIYAKI MUSEUM

DECEMBER 18, 8:30 AM - 4 PM • SIGN-UP STARTS NOVEMBER 18

DECEMBER 8-11, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM • SIGN-UP STARTS NOVEMBER 9

CULTURAL CLASS: SURVIVAL JAPANESE

DECEMBER 4, 9 AM - 4 PM • SIGN-UP STARTS NOVEMBER 4

CULTURAL TRIP:JAPANESE SAKE FACTORY & POTTERY KILN

Bldg. 411, Rm. 123 Call §253-6161 to sign up!

See page13 for details.

CULTURAL ADAPTATION § 253-6165

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Hiroshima’s Soul Food

COMMUNITY ARTICLE

“Okonomiyaki”

by Mikie Watanabe, Cultural Adaptation

Have you tried Okonomiyaki yet? Usually, it is called a Japanese pancake but it is not sweet like a pancake. It contains a variety of ingredients like meat and many vegetables. Okonomiyaki is a well-known dish throughout Japan, and there are two main types that are named after the places where it is claimed as a local soul food.

Osaka style is distinct because all of the ingredients are mixed, whereas Hiroshima style has all of the ingredients in different layers, (similar to a crepe), and includes noodles as one of the ingredients. The name is derived from the word okonomi, meaning "what you like" or "what you want," so you can pick your favorite ingredients from the menu. Yaki means "grilled" or "cooked” and you might recognize it from eating yakiniku and yakisoba.

Let’s talk about Hiroshima style to begin. There are more than two thousand (two thousand!)

Okonomiyaki restaurants in Hiroshima. Iwakuni is close to Hiroshima, so you can see many Hiroshima style restaurants in this area, too.

Basic Hiroshima Okonomiyaki contains a heap of cabbage, noodles, thin-sliced pork, and eggs.

You can add optional ingredients such as seasonal seafood or other toppings to make your Okonomiyaki. They include seafood such as Hiroshima oysters, (seasonal), scallops, squid, shrimp, or cheese which add a rich and thick flavor. It's also tempting to add Mochi (rice cakes), or extra Negi (green onion) as a topping.

There are a lot of ingredients available for you to choose from.

Hiroshima Okonomiyaki is loved by the locals so you can order it as a take-out or even buy it at a grocery deli. But if you want to experience Hiroshima’s food culture, Okonomimura is an essential place to visit. Okonomimura, or Okonomiyaki Village, is a building in downtown Hiroshima which has over 25 Okonomiyaki restaurants. The origin was a group of street stands

that opened at the center of the city after World War II. Now it has become one of Hiroshima’s top sightseeing spots.

When you go into an okonomiyaki restaurant, there is a counter you can sit at in front of the Okonomiyaki master chef cooking with an iron griddle called Teppan. You can experience the process of learning how to make Okonomiyaki; it is extremely fun to see! Of course, you can also choose to have a seat at a regular table away from the heat. When you look around in a restaurant, you will see people using spatulas to cut and eat Okonomiyaki. Once you master using the spatula, you will be a real Hiroshima Okonomiyaki lover.

Never feel guilty about indulging in Okonomiyaki! First, it makes you feel full because it contains various ingredients. It is a wellbalanced, healthy food. Cabbage is especially nutritious since it includes minerals, vitamins, protein, calcium and dietary fiber which aid in digestion and the absorption of nutrients.

If or when you become an Okonomiyaki lover, how about trying to cook it yourself? The MCCS Cultural Adaptation Program offers an Okonomiyaki Museum trip on December 18. The museum is located in an Okonomi sauce factory where we will experience making Okonomiyaki using Teppan (professional iron griddles). After that, we will visit a Momiji Manju factory. Momiji Manju is a Hiroshima’s specialty souvenir cake that is shaped like a Maple (Momiji) leaf. It’s a good dessert after lunch!

Please check the Cultural Adaptation section in this issue for more information or stop by the Library.

How to make Okonomiyaki 1. First pour the batter on Teppan (iron griddles), and then make a thin circle. You can purchase okonomiyaki mix at any grocery store.

Look for the Japanese characters お好み焼き粉 and a photo of okonomiyaki on the front of the bag.

2. Put a heap of sliced cabbage on the batter, and then place beansprouts, thin-sliced pork, Tenkasu (crunchy bits of cooking Tempura dough), and other toppings.

3. Cook it thoroughly over time, then turn it over with a big spatula and cook for a little more.

4. Meanwhile, fry noodles on the side, and then put them on the Okonomiyaki.

5. Crack an egg onto the Teppan and make it in the same circular size of Okonomiyaki. Put the Okonomiyaki on the egg. Apply special sauce called Okonomi sauce on the Okonomiyaki. The sauce has a sweet and sour, thick characteristic flavor and is made of concentrated vegetables and fruits. At the end, add seasonings, Aonori (dried seaweed), Katsuobushi (small pieces of sliced, dried, bonito that looks like it is dancing when used as a topping), Negi (green onion) and Shoga (Red ginger) as toppings.

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AROUND JAPAN

INFORMATION, TOURS & TRAVEL (ITT)

CULTURAL ADAPTATION

253-4377

Cultural Adaptation is located in the Library in Bldg 411. Let us help you transition smoothly into Japanese culture.

We can assist you with all your travel needs. Directions, tours, brochures and suggestions can be found in our office located in Crossroads Mall. Sign-up for all trips start two months before event date. Sign-up is first-come, first-served, so sign up early.

MCCS IWAKUNI ITT Prices vary per event, stop by ITT office to learn more about trip pricing and itinerary.

HIMEJI CASTLE TRIP

TOKYO FUN TRIP

NOVEMBER 7

DECEMBER 19-24

MT SHOSHA HIKING TRIP NOVEMBER 11

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN NOVEMBER 14

SUMO GRAND TOURNAMENT IN FUKUOKA CITY #1: NOVEMBER 21, 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM #2: NOVEMBER 22, 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM

TOKYO FUN TRIP “THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY” NOVEMBER 22 - 27

DISCOVER SEOUL TRIP NOVEMBER 24 - 29

SASEBO NAVY BASE DECEMBER 5, 7 AM - 11:30 PM NAGASAKI PREFECTURE OPEN TO SOFA PERSONNEL ONLY

Enjoy holiday shopping at NEX on base and/ or downtown Sasebo.

HOLIDAY ILLUMINATION AT BIHOKU PARK

OPEN TO SOFA PERSONNEL ONLY

You will enjoy lunch and shopping at Yokosuka Navy base before checking in the hotel. After checking in The New Sanno hotel, it is your free time until checking out at 9 AM on December 24. Tokyo sightseeing and Tokyo Disney Land/Sea tours.

Everything you want to do is available in this megalopolis!

HOLIDAY OSAKA, KYOTO KOBE 3-DAY TRIP DECEMBER 24-26

Please purchase your 1-day pass on your own when you arrive at the park. The pass covers almost all the attractions. Enjoy their wonderful and shows and attractions! For more information, please visit their English website: http://english.huistenbosch.co.jp/index.html

HOLIDAY SHOPPING IN DOWNTOWN FUKUOKA CITY

NAGANO SHIKAKOGEN SKI TRIP JANUARY 15-19 OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL

STRAWBERRY PICKING & WINERY LUNCH JANUARY 23, 8 AM - 4:30 PM, MIYOSHI CITY IN

NOVEMBER 8

MOMIJI FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 21

FUREAI PARK FOR POTTERY MAKING NOVEMBER 27, 8:45 AM - 4 PM, IWAKUNI FEE: ¥1,000, OPEN TO SOFA PERSONNEL ONLY

Make your own pottery! We will make a ‘Yunomi’ (Japanese tea cup) and a ‘Magatama’ pendant (head ornament) that was used for a necklace in ancient times.

We will have lunch at the dining room there.

SURVIVAL JAPANESE DECEMBER 8-11, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM BLDG 411 RM 124 FREE AND OPEN TO SOFA PERSONNEL ONLY SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 10

This 4-day entry level class is held during lunch time. Attending the course will help you learn how to communicate in simple Japanese phrases. This class is for beginners.

HIROSHIMA PREFECTURE, OPEN TO ALL BASE

OKONOMIYAKI MUSEUM

PERSONNEL, SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 23

DECEMBER 18, 8:30 AM - 4 PM

Fresh red, sweet strawberries await you at the all-you-can-eat farm.

ITSUKAICHI IN HIROSHIMA, FEE: ¥1,000

IKEA SHOPPING TRIP JANUARY 30 SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 30

DECEMBER 13, 7:30 AM - 9 PM OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL

During this trip, we will take you to two popular shopping malls in Fukuoka.

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I-FESTA FESTIVAL

NOVEMBER 13

Nagano is the world famous ski resort where the Winter Olympic Games were held in 1998. Enjoy skiing or snowboarding! We also have an optional tour to famous Jigoku Valley Monkey Park, where you will have a chance to see monkeys soaking in an outside natural hot spring spa!

SASEBO CITY, OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL

NOVEMBER 7

RESTAURANT & GROCERY STORE

SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 16

DECEMBER 12, 7 AM - DECEMBER 13, 12:30 AM

COMMUNITY CULTURAL EXCHANGE: ORIGAMI CRAFT & COOKING CLASS

On Day 1, we will take you to Osaka. After checking in the hotel, enjoy exploring city center of Osaka. There are a lot of shops, restaurants and more. On Day 2, we will take you to Byodoin Temple in Uji City. On Day 3, we will take you to Kobe. You will find Chinatown, shopping malls, beautiful old western style architecture, Kobe beef restaurants and more. Don’t miss this great opportunity!

OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL

HOLIDAY LIGHTS & DECORATIONS AT HUIS TEN BOSCH

We offer local cultural tours/events and customs as well as classes ranging from beginning Japanese to local cuisine cooking classes. Pre-registration for Cultural Adaptation classes and tours is required in person at Bldg 411, 3rd floor. Minimum of 5 people required for tours. Call 253-6165 for details.

OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL

DECEMBER 6, NOON - 9:30 PM, HIROSHIMA

Bihoku park pulls out all the stops to create the largest and finest display of lights in the region. Around 220,000 light bulbs are used to decorate the park.

GUIDED TOURS/CLASSES

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Learn all about okonomiyaki, the “Japanese Pancake”! It is Hiroshima's local soul food: chopped vegetables, your choice of meat and egg, all layered on the grill. We will visit the museum of Okonomiyaki.

Experience cooking it on a teppan!

AROUND JAPAN

INFORMATION REFERRAL & RELOCATION SERVICES GET OUT AND EXPLORE JAPAN Below are local events. We can give you enough information so you can have your own adventure.

Stop by Bldg 411, Rm 101 or call 253-6161/3357 for details. Additional information can also be found on Facebook.

MCCS IWAKUNI IR

SAMURAI AND COURT LADY PHOTO SESSIONS

KINTAIKYO ROAD RACE ENTRY OPEN

IWAKUNI I-FESTA

NOVEMBER 1 - JANUARY 16

NOVEMBER 8, 10 AM - 4 PM

SUNDAYS & JAPANESE HOLIDAYS

FEE ¥3,500 FOR ADULTS

KINTAI BRIDGE AREA

IN NOVEMBER, 10 AM - 3:30 PM

The race is scheduled for March 6. Please visit http://www.kintaikyo-road-race.jp/ to sign up online or visit the Iwakuni City office or branch offices for a registration form. You can enter a half marathon, 10k or 5k, and 2k for ages 12 and under.

This is the Iwakuni Info Expo. Local shops, companies, and organizations, both public and private, will come together.

You can taste Iwakuni’s local delicacies such as Iwakuni-Sushi, pot soup, Iwakuni Navy curry and much more. You can also experience and try out services such as massage, body painting and even eyelid extension! There are also stage events and vendors selling local products.

SIGN-UP ENDS AT 2:30 PM FOR DRESSING SHIMONOSEKI CITY

Dress as a court lady or a samurai and be photographed in the beautiful garden of the historic Mouri residence.

MASTERPIECES FROM THE SANSO COLLECTION THROUGH DECEMBER 6, 9 AM - 5 PM,

Welcome to Iwakuni ,

NEWCOMERS!

YAMAGUCHI PREFECTURAL ART MUSEUM IN YAMAGUCHI CITY

Peter Drucker, the popular American management consultant, was also an ardent Japanese art collector. A total of 111 works from Drucker’s Sanso Collection, mostly rare Muromachi Period (1392-1573) ink paintings, have now been brought to Yamaguchi for this exhibit.

KINTAI BRIDGE RIVER CRUISES WEEKENDS IN NOVEMBER, 11 AM - 2 PM NISHIKI RIVER

Enjoy views of the Kintai Bridge and brightly colored leaves in the clear, crisp autumn air. You can charter a boat for 8 people or more.

MOMIJI BIYORI ALL MONTH, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM, CHOGEN-NOSATO IN TOKUJI TOWN, ADMISSION FEE: ¥500

Chogen-no-Sato offers a relaxed, slow paced environment to all visitors. It consists of old Japanese style houses that turn into cafés, restaurants and arts & crafts workshops. Closed Wednesdays.

MIKAN PICKING THROUGH DECEMBER, OSHIMA ISLAND ADMISSION FEE: ¥500

Enjoy plump, juicy all-you-can-eat tangerines! Come visit the orchards where you can purchase bags full of mikan. The entry fee applies to all patrons either visiting or mikan picking.

WELCOME ABOARD INDOCTRINATION

WINTER ILLUMINATION AT BIHOKU HILLSIDE PARK

NOVEMBER 2, 9, 23, 26 & 30

NOVEMBER 14 - JANUARY 11, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

CLUB IWAKUNI, 253-6161

SHOBARA CITY, ADMISSION FEE:

7:30 AM - 2 PM, FOLLOWED BY SOFA CLASS

AGES 15 & UP ¥410, AGES 6-14 ¥80

Learn about your responsibilities as a member of the military community, Japanese culture and customs and much more. Meet representatives from different entities aboard the Air Station during an information fair and learn about the services available to you. Attend the brief in appropriate civilian attire. Ages 13 & older are mandatory.

Bihoku Park is lit up to create a Christmas illumination.

SPONSORSHIP TRAINING

WALKING OVER FIRE RITUAL

NOVEMBER 4 & 25, 10-11:30 AM, BLDG 411

NOVEMBER 3, 1-3 PM, DAIGAN-JI TEMPLE ON

Learn about your responsibilities as a sponsor as well as the things you can do to assist personnel relocating to MCAS Iwakuni. Advance sign-up is required.

MIYAJIMA ISLAND

PCS WITH SUCCESS WORKSHOPS

HIROSHIMA DREAMINATION

NOVEMBER 5 & 19, 9-11 AM

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 3, HIROSHIMA CITY

PCS with Success is a brief where active duty servicemembers and their families will learn information and tips to make the transition smoother.

There will be two months of illuminations loved by children and dating couples along Peace Boulevard.

INAHO MATSURI

NOVEMBER 22, 9 AM - 4:20 PM, KUGA TOWN IN

HAGI-JIDAI MATSURI NOVEMBER 15, 8 AM - 4 PM, HAGI CITY

The highlight of this festival is the procession of feudal lords. More than two hundred citizens in Edo Period Samurai attire will parade around the city.

Participate in a Buddhist ceremony and walk barefoot over the hot ashes to pray for good health and happiness.

KURAKAKE CASTLE RUIN MATSURI

NOVEMBER 3, 9 AM - 4 PM, JR HANAOKA

IWAKUNI CITY

STATION IN KUDAMATSU CITY

Men in Samurai armor will parade on the streets of Kuga Town. Enjoy a brass band concert as well as a Kuga Kagura dance performance.

Kudamatsu locals celebrate rich harvests and prosperous businesses with a children’s parade as well as “Fox Wedding”. A couple wearing fox masks and dressed in wedding attire will parade to the Torii gate near the shrine.

HOFU TENMANGU GOJINKO MATSURI NOVEMBER 28, 6-9 PM, HOFU CITY

The street will be packed with 5,000 men, wearing traditional Japanese clothes. They rigorously carry two portable shrines and climb up the long stone stairway leading towards the Hofu Tenmangu Shrine.

This is one of the “toughest” festivals in western Japan.

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HOME BU SI NESS E XPO N o vember 14, 9 AM - 3 PM, Club Iwakuni C o m e a nd see wh at mo re th an 20 h o me- based business o w n er s a t t a che d to MCA S Iwaku n i h ave to offer!

L e ar n m or e a t www.Iwaku n iBu sin e ssDirectory.blogspot.com .

The IHBO is a non-federal entity. It is not part of the department of defense or any of its components and has no governmental status.

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Relaxing high-class hotel beside Kintai Bridge

Hiroshima-Nishi Country Club

Iwakuni Kokusai Kanko Hotel

・Located at the historical castle town in Iwakuni ・Relaxing

and luxurious atmosphere with excellent seasonal views of Kintai Bridge

・Authentic

OPEN THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!

Szechuan and Japanese restaurants inside

To Mikuradake 3 km

・Outdoor public spa baths with views of Kintai Bridge or Iwakuni Castle

Japanese Restaurant

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Maronnosato Koryukan

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2 km

R-289

R-186

8 km from Yasaka Dam

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From MCAS, take R-2 for Otake and then R-186 for the Yasaka Dam. After passing the dam, drive 8 km further on R-186 and take R-289 for 4 km. At the T corner placed the sign board above, turn to the left for Hiroshima-Nishi CC. Total distance from MCAS to HNCC is about 40 km.

Try the fresh local produce available from road side stands along the way!

MCAS IWAKUNI SPECIAL DISCOUNT! open everyday 11:00∼14:30(LO 13:45), 17:00∼21:30(LO 20:30) hot spring day use

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COMMUNITY ARTICLE

Making Something from NOTHING

by MSgt Gregory D. Brown II, MCAS Iwakuni

Since 1987, I have been wood working as a hobby in my spare time. I was previously stationed at MCAS New River and unfortunately, that Wood Hobby closed down due to lack of participation and funds. One of the first things I discovered when I moved to MCAS Iwakuni was that there is a fully stocked Wood Hobby shop here! It has been great getting back into wood working again.

What separates Iwakuni’s Wood Hobby Shop from the others that I have been to is that they have different monthly sessions that teach you how to make different projects. Whether you are a novice or a pro, I guarantee that they can show you something new. The staff can teach you how to make something as big as a table or something smaller like a one-of-a-kind wooden pen from exotic woods. They have a variety of jigs and can teach you how to cut woods into different shapes to accomplish any project.

If you’re a seasoned wood worker, the staff can still help you out. They are great for exchanging ideas and suggesting safety approaches to your new projects. Because I attempt to never do the same project twice, and I prefer to make one-of-a-kind gifts, I often seek help from them. Other Marines

who are wood hobby enthusiasts are also inspiring and I get ideas from watching them working on their projects.

That inspiration motivates me to build even more unique pieces.

Since I have moved here I have made many gifts: Plaques with katana swords,shadow boxes, custom wooden pens; designs using wood burning techniques, paddles; and wooden replicas of different bullets and bombs. It gives me great pleasure and pride to see how happy and surprised people are when they see a small idea they gave me come to life that they can in turn give as a gift.

As Marines, we work so hard giving blood, sweat and tears for the Country and Corps. I want to make sure those Marines know that what they did counted; and every time they look at their gift, they are reminded of that. When people at their next duty station ask where they got that custom gift from, they can share their story. The Wood Hobby Shop helps me make that happen.

One of the coolest things I have been able to do at the Wood Hobby Shop was take my wife and son. After they took the (free!) mandatory safety class, I was able to show them what they could make with wood by using all the machines. It is truly all up to their imagination, skill level and patience. They have since created their own special gifts to keep and to share with family and friends, and so can you.

DO IT

YOURSELF Wood Hobby has a free safety class that is mandatory before you may begin taking classes or utilizing the facility.

No registration is required, just drop in.

Safety classes are held Wednesdays 5-6 PM and Saturdays Noon - 1PM §253-5320

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REGIONAL ATTRACTIONS

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CONCERTS

JANUARY

DECEMBER

CONCERTS

CONCERTS

11/2

Dianna King / Osaka

12/1

Smallpools // Tokyo

01/08

11/9

Def Leppard // Tokyo

12/1

Halestorm // Osaka

01/10-24 Sumo Tournament // Tokyo

11/10-12

Larry Graham & Graham Central Station // Tokyo

12/5

NY Harlem Singers // Kawasaki

10/17

Toh-shiya (Archery Contest) // Kyoto

Bigbang // Tokyo

Orquestra La Luz // Tokyo

Wakakusa Yamayaki // Nara

11/12-15

12/7

10/23

11/16

Elton John // Osaka

12/12-13

King Crimson // Osaka

11/24

Sam Smith // Tokyo

12/19

The Nutcracker // Tokyo

11/30

Thunder // Kawasaki

12/28

Guthrie Govan // Fukuoka

FESTIVALS/OTHER EVENTS 11/8-22

Sumo Grand Tournament // Fukuoka

11/18-20

Ebisu Festival // Hiroshima

Middle of November - 12/25 Kirakira Festival (Christmas Illumination) // Sasebo

FESTIVALS/OTHER EVENTS 11/17 - 1/3 Hiroshima Dreamination Illumination // Hiroshima 11/14-12/30 Christmas Illumination // Bihoku Park in Hiroshima

Adam Lambert // Tokyo

FESTIVALS/OTHER EVENTS 01/01

Dezome-shiki (New Year’s Firefighters Ceremony) // Kintai Bridge

01/20

Momote-sai (Omote Shrine Ceremony) // Miyajima

12/4-13

Kobe Luminarie // Kobe

12-23

Christmas Tree Festival // Shunan

Dates and times subject to change.

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The UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS Birthday Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world.

But, the Marines don't have that problem.

Ronald Reagan, President of the United States

On November 10, Marines around the globe, both deployed and at home, will unanimously celebrate the birth of the Marine Corps. Since 1921, the Birthday has been an official Marine Corps holiday.

Since then, culture and tradition have resonated through the years with formal balls and pageantry that honor the legacy of Marines past, present and future. This month, the brothers and sisters of the Corps will continue that tradition, and locally, MCAS Iwakuni Marines will celebrate at the Marine Corps Ball on November 19, 20 and 21.

To celebrate the Marine Corps’ 240th Birthday, Marines from our community have shared anecdotes of their service. Although their experiences are unique, they are part of the same story.

That story is the what it is to be a United States Marine. Semper Fidelis.

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The Spirit of Outstanding Leadership, Bravery, and Honor CWO2 Vivian Boone, OIC IMB/OMB IPAC, Iwakuni Every Marine has their story of why they joined the Marine Corps, and mine is pretty common. I was a 17-year-old junior attending Anacostia High School in southeast Washington DC when the Marine Corps recruiter approached me. I was not particularly intrigued by the Dress Blues they wore or convinced after a session of choosing which benefits tags meant the most to me. I joined simply because the Marine Corps recruiter was the first to approach me.

I swore into the Delayed Entry Program in the summer of my junior year and shipped to recruit training within a week of graduating high school in 2003. My upbringing is definitely not that of a fairytale, and because of this I used the Marine Corps as an escape from having to conform to the norm of my environment. Upon joining, I had a bit of a rough start, but I eventually adapted from fighting against the organization to figuring out how to make this new way of life work for me.

I am indebted to the Marine Corps for placing effective leaders in my life that substituted for what I lacked in my upbringing. I have built a strong sense of confidence, high self-esteem, and I’ve learned how to set positive goals and achieve positive results. I continue to serve because I know that there are many that can relate to my story. This is one of the traits that makes our organization unique—the fact that we are composed of a plethora of backgrounds, and yet we are still able to come together and flourish as America’s finest.

As an organization, we celebrate the birthday of the Marine Corps with a birthday ball at duty stations and posts around the world. The birth of the Marine Corps is still very significant to me even after 12 years of serving because it is a constant reminder for me to continually strive to be like those that have carried the torch before me. I may not ever be able to live up to the legacy of General Lejeune or Gunnery Sergeant Basilone, but I will ensure that I continue in their spirit of outstanding leadership, bravery, and honor. Our birthday serves as a time to reflect on our time-honored core values of honor, courage, and commitment as well as show appreciation of the roads paved by our predecessors, allowing us to wear proudly this uniform today.

I Wanted More, So I Enlisted in the Corps Sgt Henson, Matthew J, H&HS ATC Prior to the enlisting into the Marine Corps, I was a Deputy Sheriff for the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department. During my tenure at there I always felt that I could be doing more. After discussing the idea with my wife, I made the decision to enlist. I have been in now going on eight years. Being a Marine has opened my eyes to numerous things.

Over these years, I have learned to trust the individuals to my left and right and to be more open to constructive criticism. I have learned that not one person or section within a specified unit is more important than another. Mission accomplishment has more than just one moving part. The Marine Corps has given me the opportunity to further my education as well. I am currently working on finishing up my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Learning is continuous and with my life experience, I continuously try to share this knowledge with Junior Marines in hopes that they will be able to carry away something valuable that will help them later in their lives.

The Marine Corps has changed me as a whole, in general, it has changed my perception of people, it has given me the opportunity to give back through volunteer events, and it has given my family and me opportunities to travel to places that we would have never had the opportunity to outside the Marine Corps.

A Story of Perseverance SSgt Durham, Robert, USMC In 2000, I left my tri-color cammies behind, accepted my entry-level separation and left Parris Island a civilian rather than a Marine. After A Story of Perseverance 168 days as a recruit, I fled the cloistered culture of the Marine Corps as a failure. I didn’t even have a high school diploma. On training day 48 I SSgt Durham, Robert, USMC suffered a severe ankle sprain and fractures, which doctors determined, was too severe to heal properly.

In 2000, I left my tri-color cammies behind, accepted my entry-level separation and left Parris Island a civilian rather than a Marine. After 168 days as a

recruit, I fled the cloistered culture of the Marine Corps as a failure. I didn’t Every day afterward was spent in regret of not finishing what I started.

The impressionable 19-year-old me tried to find a job. I ended up even as a have a high school diploma. On training day 48 I suffered a severe ankle sprain and fractures, which doctors determined, was too severe to heal mall cop, only to move up as loss prevention for Macy’s. From there I properly. worked as a hospital dispatcher, security guard and even as a funeral director’s assistant. I spent 9/11 working at the local humane society.

Every day afterward was spent in regret of not finishing what I started. The 19-year-old me tried to find a job. I ended up as a mall cop, Eventually, I landed a job with Indiana Department of Correctionsimpressionable as a only to move up as loss prevention for Macy’s. From there I worked as a hoscorrectional officer. I even became part of the K-9 unit and emergency pital dispatcher, security guard and even as a funeral director’s assistant. response team.

I spent 9/11 working at the local humane society. Eventually, I landed a job with Indiana Department of Corrections as a correctional officer. I even be-

camenot part of the K-9 unit and emergency response team.

The title “Officer Durham” still didn’t sound right to me. I really could stand the fact I never earned the title of “Marine.”

The title “Officer Durham” still didn’t sound right to me. I really could not stand the fact I never earned the title of “Marine.”

Fueled by stubbornness, patriotism and ignorance, I tried many times to get back in the Corps. Finally, I found a motivated staff sergeant,Fueled fresh by stubbornness, patriotism and ignorance, I tried many times to get out of recruiter’s school. By some miracle, he was able to convince his in the Corps. Finally, I found a motivated staff sergeant, fresh out of back recruiter’s school. By some miracle, he was able to convince his commandcommanding officer that a 25-year-old with a prior entry-level separaing officer that a 25-year-old with a prior entry-level separation and a G.E.D. tion and a G.E.D. should get another shot. should get another shot.

I left for recruit training at MCRD San Diego a month later. I treadI careleft for recruit training at MCRD San Diego a month later. I tread carefully fully this time, trying to avoid ankle-breaking holes. I graduated as a time, trying to avoid ankle-breaking holes. I graduated as a Marine on this Aug. 12, 2005.

Marine on Aug. 12, 2015.

My of first trip to boot camp started on Oct. 18, 1999. I spent six years of my My first trip to boot camp started on Oct. 18, 1999. I spent six years life just trying to become a Marine. I take the title very seriously and loathe my life just trying to become a Marine. I take the title very seriously, and those that don’t. I take my role in the Corps as a staff noncommissioned ofloathe those that don’t. I take my role in the Corps as a staff noncommisficer seriously, but just feel lucky to be called “Marine” at all. sioned officer seriously, but just feel lucky to be called “Marine” at all.

By working hard and trying to become a good Marine; I have found in return

that By working hard and trying to become a good Marine; I have found in the Corps provides for me. I have stepped up and out from my lowincome trailer park roots and now provide for a family of four. The Marine return that the Corps provides for me. I have stepped up and out Corps from has given me everything I have today; I will try to do my best and give my low-income trailer park roots and now provide for a family of all four.

I have for it.

The Marine Corps has given me everything I have today, I will try to do my best and give all I have for it.

How Serving Has Shaped Me Sgt. Rubio, Antonio J., Public Affairs Press Chief Everyone has a reason for doing something. I enlisted into the Marine Corps because military members are abundant in my family.

My last three years in the Marine Corps, as a combat correspondent, has been a roller coaster of experiences, from living in the austere environment of Tinian without running water to living the good life at Osan Air Force Base, Korea, during a training exercise. As the reporter with each training exercise, I was always the lone wolf. To better explain the feeling, it’s damn near like being that new kid in high school who just transferred and can’t find a place to fit in. You wander from group to group seeing who you’d best get along with.

The only difference is that I am a Marine, and through many experiences, my confidence has drastically improved. Living in the gym has also helped.

On top of that, I haven’t seen another organization whose bond is tighter than the Marine Corps’. The friendships forged out of pain, misery, love and laughter last a lifetime and friends soon become family. My confidence in myself, in my Marines and my Corps, is what continues to drive me, and with the support of my family and my God, I feel invincible. I don’t know how long I will stay in the Corps, but what I do know is that the organization has done more for me than I could have ever imagined it would.

Participating In The Tradition SSgt. Puma, Jeremaih, MALS-12 The Marine Corps Birthday with the celebration, camaraderie, and ceremony is a representation of hundreds of years of history, pride, tradition, and heritage. It’s a time set aside for all of us as Marines to get together, build camaraderie, and reflect on our long shared history. We have the pageant with Marines and Sailors dressed in all the uniforms we’ve worn during different periods in our history, with narrative to remind us what we have done and where we came from. The reading of Major General Lejeune’s Birthday Message ordering that all commands will read it every year, commemorating the birthday of the Corps, and the annual message from the current Commandant. The Birthday cake being given to the oldest then youngest Marines present symbolizing the passing down of experience and responsibility for the Corps from the old to the new.

I have had the opportunity to participate in several Birthday Balls over the years as a part of the sword detail, and color guard, marching the American and Marine Corps flags into the ceremony.

Attending the Birthday Ball as a Marine has always filled me with a deep sense of pride, knowing that I am a part of something bigger and better than myself along with all of the other Marines. I enjoy the camaraderie and celebration of our history, everyone dressed up in our Dress Blue Uniform with medals and ribbons, all of us sharing the pride we have in being a part of the Marine Corps.

Here’s to Us and Those Who Want to Be Us GySgt King, Douglas R., Squadron GySgt MALS-12 The Marine Corps is full of people that do not fit the stereotypical Marine type A personality. We come from all walks of life, single parent families, broken homes, and even perfect homes. Regardless of where we come from, by the time we hit that mythical place we call “the fleet,” there is something in all of us that will never leave. That something is a seed that was planted long ago from a movie, a poster, a family member, or just a wanting to belong to something greater. Over time that seed roots itself in the heart of that young man or woman and turns them into something most will never truly understand.

We run to the aid of those in need without the thought of our safety. We love those close to us and call them our brothers and sisters even though we only met them in boot camp, MCT, or at our first duty station. We say kill after almost everything we say. We build that bond because of one thing, a title that took “only” 3 months to be branded as a United States Marine. A title that not even death himself can take from us.

We all have our reasons for joining this “gun club” we call the Marine Corps. Some good, some on a whim, and for some the choice was made for them. The reasons why shouldn’t matter in the long run What matters is what you do with the opportunity you have to lead and mentor your replacement to carry on the traditions that make our beloved Corps what it is.

Every year for one night we celebrate our Marine Corps birthday to do just that. We keep our traditions alive by teaching every new “boot” what it means to be a Marine. On that night anywhere in the world, you will not find a betterdressed man or woman than a Marine in dress blues. Just ask the husbands, wives, girlfriends, aunts, uncles, or even grandmothers of that Marine and they will agree. I’m just saying.

I’m pretty sure there are some statistics out there can prove everything that I said is true and will hold true for the next 100 years to come. If that’s not enough, just ask that 18-year-old kid that’s about to turn down a full ride to that community college in his hometown to become one of “us”.

We ain't the prettiest or the smartest, but we are the one thing that makes up for both. We are United States Marines.

Here’s to us and those who want to be us.

Oh yeah almost forgot … Kill!

IRONWORKS GYM

HEALTH AND FITNESS RESOURCES 253-6578

We offer a wide range of sporting adventures, competitions and events. For additional information on activities please call the IronWorks Gym.

ATHLETICS 253-5460

We provide a variety of sports to those living aboard the air station as well as invite our host nation athletes to participate in many of our larger events.

MCCS IWAKUNI SEMPER FIT

2015 HEAT THE STREETS DUATHLON NOVEMBER 29, 8 AM - 2 PM, IRONWORKS GYM

WINTER WARM-UP KICKBALL TOURNAMENT

BASKETBALL & CHEERLEADING

DECEMBER 12, 10 AM - 5 PM

PRACTICE BEGINS JANUARY 13

PENNY LAKE FIELD #1

GAMES BEGIN JANUARY 23

SIGN-UP NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 2

CLOSING CEREMONY MARCH 5, 9 AM AT THE

OPEN TO ALL SOFA PERSONNEL AGES 16 & UP

STRIKE ZONE BOWLING ALLEY

AND JMSDF MEMBERS

Open to ages 5-15. Participants must be 5 before the first games of the season.

Bring a minimum of 8 players to a maximum of 11 players to the Penny Lake Soccer Field.

SIGN-UP NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 16

START SMART BASKETBALL

2-MEMBER TEAM, ¥3,000 FOR JAPANESE BASE

COMMANDER’S CUP GLADIATORS CHALLENGE

PERSONNEL, SIGN-UP ENDS NOVEMBER 15

NOVEMBER 13, 10 AM - 2 PM

MUST BE 5 BEFORE THE FIRST PRACTICES.

The race consists of an 5K Run*, 10K Bike*, and 5K Run* (*Distances may vary).

PENNY LAKE FIELD #2

FEES: $40 FOR THE FIRST CHILD, $35 FOR EACH

OPEN TO ACTIVE DUTY ONLY

ADDITIONAL CHILD. THE FEE WILL INCREASE TO

SIGN-UP NOVEMBER 2-10

$45 PER CHILD AFTER THE CUT-OFF DATE.

Servicemembers must form teams according to unit. Minimum of 11 players required to field a team. First place receives a trophy and $100 to unit funds. Second place receives a trophy and $75 to unit funds. Participants will compete in The Crucifix, Tug-O-War, Obstacle Course, Bull Pull and the Ten-Man Race. Boots and Utes required!

This is non-game, parent participation program that prepares children ages 3-4 for organized basketball in a fun, nonthreatening environment that gives children the opportunity to work one-on-one with a parent. This program teaches children a variety of basketball skills including dribbling, ball handling, shooting, passing, catching, running and agility.

YOUTH SPORTS (YS)

HEALTH PROMOTIONS

253-3239/5777

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Catering to the 3-15 age crowd, kids have a chance to try different sports or cheer on the teams. Call us if you are interested in becoming a volunteer coach.

Health Promotion offers educational and awareness programs for the entire MCAS Iwakuni community. Call us or stop by our offices at IronWorks Gym and let us know how we can help you become a healthier you!

OPEN TO ALL, ENTRY FEES: $30 SOFA, $50 SOFA

AQUATICS 253-4966

Call for additional information regarding MCAS pools and swimming activities.

MCCS IWAKUNI AQUATICS

MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY SWIM OCTOBER 10 - NOVEMBER 10 REGULAR POOL HOURS, OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL, NO ENTRY FEE

Participants have one month to swim 240 laps, one lap for each year of the Marine Corps' existence.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS 253-3067

Geared toward adults, Intramural Sports works with coaches and their teams to coordinate tournaments as well as full seasons.

MCCS IWAKUNI INTRAMURAL SPORTS

MCCS IWAKUNI YOUTH SPORTS

FLAG FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING

THIS IS A PARENT-CHILD PARTICIPATION PROGRAM OPEN TO AGES 3-4. PARTICIPANTS

MCCS IWAKUNI HEALTH PROMOTIONS

OPEN TO AGES 5-15. PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 5

FREE BODY FAT ASSESSMENTS

BEFORE THE FIRST GAMES OF THE SEASON.

AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT 253-5051/5126

UNIT INTRAMURAL FLAG FOOTBALL SEASON

START SMART FLAG FOOTBALL THIS IS A PARENT-CHILD PARTICIPATION

HITT FUELED TO FIGHT NUTRITION

ENDS NOVEMBER 20, 6-10 PM

PROGRAM OPEN TO AGES 5-6. PARTICIPANTS

AVAILABLE BY REQUEST

PENNY LAKE SOCCER FIELD

MUST BE 5 BEFORE THE FIRST PRACTICES.

ACTIVE DUTY AND RESERVES ONLY

NOVEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 12

Participants will be introduced to a nutrition periodization developed to match an athlete’s training program. Call to schedule a class for your unit.

HOLIDAY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT DECEMBER 5, 10 AM - 6 PM

PENNY LAKE FIELD (BOTH PROGRAMS)

AND JMSDF MEMBERS

YS FLAG FOOTBALL SEASON & START SMART FLAG FOOTBALL CLOSING CEREMONY

SIGN-UP NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 2

DECEMBER 19, 9 AM

MONDAY - FRIDAY, 11:30 AM - 1 PM

Bring a minimum of 5 players to a maximum of 10 players to the IronWorks Gym Sports Courts.

STRIKE ZONE BOWLING ALLEY

INSTRUCTOR LED SESSIONS

IRONWORKS GYM SPORTS COURTS OPEN TO ALL SOFA PERSONNEL AGES 16 & UP

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HIGH INTENSITY TACTICAL TRAINING ACTIVE DUTY & RESERVES ONLY

HITT is a comprehensive performance enhancement program proven to improve combat readiness. Programming emphasizes basic strength, explosive power, acceleration and top speed, agility, endurance, mobility and movement patterns.

IRONWORKS GYM

UNIT PT REQUEST

SANDANKYO HIKES

To schedule a Unit PT for your unit, shop, platoon, or section, please contact Health Promotions at least 3 business days in advance.

November 7, 8 AM - 4 PM November 14, 8 AM - 4 PM Open to All Base Personnel Transportation Fee $15 Sandankyo is a three step canyon and is one of the most scenic tourist attractions located in the suburbs of Hiroshima. Hike through a narrow gorge alongside a turbulent river while appreciating the pristine environment, several waterfalls and wildlife. The Japanese government has accredited this area as a place of scenic beauty and has protected it from random development. The trail is rated moderate and is appropriate for most fitness levels. Bring your own snacks, sack lunch, water and yen for shopping at the market. Under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

COLD TURKEY TROT 3K FUN RUN GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT NOVEMBER 6, SIGN-UP BEGINS AT 11:30 AM RACE STARTS AT NOON, OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL AGES 16 & UP, FREE EVENT

Join Semper Fit at the seawall behind IronWorks Gym for a fun run to promote tabacco cessation.

TURKEY BURN NOVEMBER 27, 11 AM - 12:30 PM IRONWORKS GYM, OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL AGES 16 & UP, FREE EVENT SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 9

Limited to 30 Participants. Three 30-minute cardio blasts to burn off those Thanksgiving calories!

12 DAYS OF TABATA

SAIOTO SNOWBOARDING TRIP

CREATIVE MOVEMENT AND INTRODUCTION TO BALLET MONDAYS, 10:30-11:15 AM TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 4-4:45 PM

Ages 3-5, $7/class

ADULT BALLET THURSDAYS, 6:45-7:45 PM

Ages 16 and Up, $8/Class

BEGINNER BALLET MONDAYS, 3-3:45 PM

Ages 5-10, $7/class

GRADE ONE BALLET WEDNESDAYS, 4-4:45 PM

$7/class *Teacher recommendation only

GRADE TWO BALLET MONDAYS, 3:35-4:45 PM

$8/class *Teacher recommendation only

DECEMBER 19, 7 AM - 6:30 PM SAIOTO RESORT, OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL SIGN-UP STARTS NOVEMBER 19 TRANSPORTATION FEE: AGES 12 & UP $20

CONTEMPORARY DANCE

DECEMBER 7 - 18

AGES 11 & UNDER $15

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, 3-4 PM

SIGN-UP BEGINS NOVEMBER 23

Saioto is one of many ski resorts in Hiroshima Prefecture. The resort can accommodate all skill levels and has a snow park for those who want to try their hand at a trick or two. Bring snacks and extra yen for food and drink.

Ages 11 & up, $8/class *Required to attend both days

progressive challenges to get you in santarrific shape. Winner announced at Jingle Bell Jog.

OUTDOOR RECREATION 253-3822

Experience the great outdoors. We offer hiking ventures, surfing trips, biking, rafting, many other outdoor activities and free gear rental.

MCCS IWAKUNI OUTDOOR RECREATION

ARCHERY TRIP

MARTIAL ARTS: YOUTH JUDO WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 4:45-6 PM

Ages 6-15, $3.50/class or $28/month (8 sessions)

NOVEMBER 21, 9 AM - 4 PM

MARTIAL ARTS: ADULT JUDO

SAIKI ARCHERY RANGE, OPEN TO ALL BASE

WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 6-8 PM

PERSONNEL AGES 12 & UP, FEE: $30

Ages 15 & up, $3.50/class or $28/month (8 sessions)

Outdoor Recreation invites you to join us for a great day of Archery. Spend the day learning archery techniques and shooting targets. Once you feel comfortable with your new abilities, you can head out to the trials and put your skills to use. Participant fee includes transportation, equipment and instruction. A small restaurant is located at the range. Bring your own yen for food and purchases on the trip.

PAID PROGRAMS & SERVICES 253-6359

Classes are available to all SOFA status personnel, JMSDF, IHA & MLC.

PERSONAL TRAINING SERVICES $30 per one-hour session, $15 per microfit assessment. Call 253-5051 for more details

SPA SERVICES To schedule an appointment call 253-6359, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM. Services available 7 days a week. Spa Services: $30/30 mins, $48/60 min, $65/90 (Deep Tissue, Swedish, Lymphatic, Seitai, Prenatal & Therapeutic). Body Wraps: $63/60 min. Scrubs: $53/60 mins.

ADULT LATIN DANCE CLASSES LENDING LOCKER This service is available to all personnel with in-bound and out-bound PCS orders. Stop by outdoor recreationwwww for your starter kit with basic kitchen items to use until your household goods shipment arrives.

IRONWORKS GYM AEROBICS ROOM BACHATA: MONDAYS, 6:45-7:45 PM SALSA: TUESDAYS, 8-9 PM SATURDAYS, 1:45-2:45 PM (BASED ON INSTRUCTOR AVAILABILITY)

Ages 17 & up, $12 Per Class/$40 per 4 classes. All levels from the basics to advanced - singles or couples welcome!

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Heat the Streets

GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT

Cold TURKEY

TROT

NOVEMBER 29 RACE: 8 AM IRONWORKS GYM

NovemberNOVEMBER 6 THURSDAY, 19, 2015 Sign in: 11:30 AM Walk/Run: NOON - 12:30 PM Sea Wall behind Ironworks Gym

*5Km Run, *20Km Bike & *5Km Run Check-in: 6-7:30 AM *ESTIMATED DISTANCES

Quit Today!

Join Semper Fit for a 3K to promote tobacco cessation and earn Commander's Cup points.

Open to all base personnel ages 16 and older.

CATEGORIES (MEN & WOMEN) 29yrs and under 30-39yrs 40-49yrs 50yrs & over Team (SOFA only): Two Person team ยง253-5654

REGISTRATION SOFA: $40 JMSDF, MLC & IHA: ยฅ3,000 Team (SOFA only): $70

(includes t-shirt, certificate and lunch)

REGISTRATION CUT OFF DATE November 15

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Turkey Burn November 27

11 AM - 12:30 PM Ironworks Gym, Aerobics room

Sign-up starts November 9 Three 30-minute cardio blasts to burn off those Thanksgiving calories!

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A T A B TA December 7-18 Sign-up starts November 23 A Progression of Tabatas for 12 Days to get you in Santarific Shape!

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COMMUNITY ARTICLE

GO “HOME” FOR THE HOLIDAYS it M By: Marlene Morin, SMP Administrative Assistant

What fond memories do you have of Thanksgiving? Are you picturing images of family gatherings in the home and around the table? A lot of us will say they recall the aroma of Mom’s turkey or ham, the taste of stuffing, or a sweet potato pie aroma lingering pleasantly until evening around the home. Alternatively, maybe you can hear joyous laughter of everyone catching up on life events and the background sounds of a football game on T.V. These are just a few of the fond memories that many mentions when asked to recall Thanksgiving back home in the States.

For the single and unaccompanied servicemembers stationed here at MCAS Iwakuni, who may not be returning home to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, the Single Marine Program (SMP) is a place to come to relax and feel at home during the holidays.

The day before Thanksgiving, the Hornet’s Nest and Marine Lounge will serve a large spread of delicious food to celebrate the holiday and give thanks.

This year’s party theme will be the “PreThanksgiving Turkey Bowl”. The SMP Hornet’s Nest will be decorated in a football theme and single, and unaccompanied servicemembers are encouraged to sport their favorite team’s jersey. They will also be able to participate in football-themed games/ competitions for a chance to win great prizes while enjoying the company of old and new friends. If you’re single or unaccompanied, come celebrate, kick back in the

lounge and eat until you're stuffed. The SMP will serve fried chicken, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, greens, and desserts. As the SMP Coordinator puts it,

“all these goodies you will eat up and on the couch you will wind up”

There are plenty of options for single and unaccompanied servicemembers this Thanksgiving. Take a trip with ITT, get a group together and grill a bird at the barracks or get your fill at Club Iwakuni’s Thanksgiving Buffet. However, if you’re looking for that comfortable, homey feeling, we’ll have a plate for you at SMP.

The SMP Marine Lounge, located on the South Side of the installation in Crossroads, will host a Movie Marathon for those wanting just to relax and enjoy movies with friends while enjoying the array of delicious food and desserts being served. The scheduled events are free of charge and will begin at 5 PM at both locations.

SMP’s goal for this event, and events throughout the year, is to create a fun, “home-like” environment and experiences for all the Single and Unaccompanied Servicemembers who visit the facility. The SMP Hornet’s Nest is open 24/7 which allows patrons the opportunity to come in and feel at home any time of the year. Both locations provide free use of Wi-Fi, computers, movie room, T.V.s, and recliners, game room, pool tables, air hockey, gaming systems as well as contests, tournaments and special events. The Hornet’s Nest has a full facility gym including a locker room and a dry sauna. The SMP wants patrons to know that we want them to feel at home when they are here.

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WELLNESS SERVICES

PERSONAL RESOURCES The following Wellness Services are here to aid in your personal growth. From financial tips to family and veteran’s assistance, there is an MCCS department waiting to help out. For more information, please call the primary department phone number.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP

Call to schedule a group class or unit education for Anger Management, Stress Management, Child Abuse/Neglect, Domestic Violence/Abuse, Parenting, Child Discipline or Couples and Relationship classes.

253-4526

COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM (CCP) 253-6553

CCP offers individual, couple, family, child and group counseling to promote the wellbeing of the MCAS Iwakuni community.

CCP can help you address issues related to marriage/relationships, anxiety, stress, conflict resolution, grief/loss, adjustment and other life changes.

MARINE CORPS MARINE INTERCEPT PROGRAM (MIP)

Are you a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault or child abuse? This confidential support group is being offered for survivors of abuse, and others who want to take part in the “healing” process, focusing on “healing and rebuilding”. Women are encouraged to support each other as a group, with the guidance from a professional behavioral health provider.

ANGER MANAGEMENT TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 9:30-11 AM

Improve your relationship with yourself and others by learning effective strategies to manage your temper and anger. We will discuss when anger becomes a problem, how to effectively deal with stress, 8 core Anger Management skills and more.

253-4526

COPING WITH WORK & FAMILY STRESS

MIP provides follow-up contact and necessary service coordination to Marines and Sailors who are identified with having suicidal thoughts and tendencies. The CCP will collaborate with the unit, medical providers and all other assets to ensure comprehensive recovery tools are made available.

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, 2-3:30 PM

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & PREVENTION 253-5260

Our mission is to provide substance abuse counseling to all military members and eligible personnel who are in need of assistance. Contact unit SACO or the Substance Abuse Counseling Center if you need help with substance misuse.

VICTIM ADVOCACY PROGRAM 253-4526

Victim Advocates assist victims of domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault by advocating for their safety. Contact the Victim Advocate 24/7 at 090-9978-1033. Servicemembers may also report a sexual assault through the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator at 080-5865-3566.

FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP) 253-4526

FAP focuses on helping families as individuals empower themselves to make positive changes in their lives. After hours, for emergencies please contact the Victim Advocate at 090-9978-1033.

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This stress management curriculum focuses on work and family stressors.

Topics covered include increased use of social support, changes in the meaning of stressful events, prevention or reduction of alcohol and drug use, and prevention or reduction of depression and anxiety. Call 253-4526 to sign up.

MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANTS 090-6654-2351, 090-6005-8412 OR 080-4186-0194

MFLCs are licensed clinical counselors who provide short-term, situational, problemsolving counseling services to service members, family members and staff.

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) 253-5601

EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program for military sponsors who have dependent family members with special medical or educational needs. Services offered include information and referral, non-medical case management, training and other forms of support, such as providing opportunities for families to connect with each other around a common need or concern.

EFMP COFFEE BREAK NOVEMBER 18, 9:30-10:30 AM, BLDG 411 RM 115

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MCCS IWAKUNI LIBRARY

LENDING LOCKER FREEGAL ZINIO THESE PROGRAMS WILL RETURN AFTER THE LIBRARY RENOVATION PROJECT IS COMPLETED.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY (NMCRS) 253-5311

In partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps, NMCRS provides financial, educational and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United States, eligible family members and survivors when in need.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY IWAKUNI

VETERANS ASSISTANCE (VA) 253-6439

Not sure what benefits you qualify for or where to begin? Your VA representative is available to answer your questions, explain your benefits, or help with the filing process.

Call to set up an appointment and learn about all the benefits the VA has available.

MILITARYONESOURCE.COM A 24/7 resource for military members, spouses and families. This service is private and confidential.

WELLNESS SERVICES

PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (P&PD) P&PD strives to help service members and their families realize their full potential. This is accomplished through services including education & career assistance, transition readiness, personal financial management, and information & referral services. BLDG 411, RM 101.

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EDUCATION SERVICES

FEDERAL JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES

253-3855, BLDG 411 RM 127

NOVEMBER 16, 1-4 PM

The education office provides information, traditional and non-traditional Off-duty education programs.

Learn where to find job announcements, identify keywords and skills to highlight and create an effective application that will improve your chances for making it through the screening process.

Call to sign up.

COLLEGE 101 & TA WORKSHOP FRIDAYS, 9-11 AM

This is a required brief for first time Tuition Assistance users. It is an introduction to enrolling in college and to the resources available including tuition assistance. Stop by prior to start time at Bldg 411 Rm 127 to sign in.

TEST OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (TABE) MONDAYS, 10:30-11:30 AM

DLAB /DLPT TESTING DLPT: NOVEMBER 4 & 18, 8 AM

PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 253-6250/6439

We provide free individual counseling services, resources to retrieve and comprehend your credit report. Call today to set up an appointment. Unit and Work Section briefs are available upon request.

CAREER/TECHNICAL TRAINING TRACK NOVEMBER 16 & 17, 8 AM - 4 PM

Are you interested in going into a technical training program, apprenticeship program, or community college? The Department of Veterans Affairs will be teaching a twoday course that will help you identify the best career and training program for you, understand your benefits, and guide you through the application and financial aid process.

DLAB: NOVEMBER 25, 8 AM

INTERVIEWING SKILLS

FINANCIAL FITNESS WEEK ACTIVITIES

The DLPT assesses a student’s proficiency in a language other than English. The DLAB measures a service member's aptitude to learn a foreign language.

NOVEMBER 17, 1-3 PM

ALL CLASSES HELD IN BLDG 411, RM 123

Present yourself as the best candidate for the position you’re seeking. Learn how to answer difficult questions and get guidelines on what to do before, during and after the interview. Call 253-5762/6439 to sign up.

CALL 253-6161 TO SIGN UP

PERSONAL READINESS SEMINAR

NOVEMBER 9, 10-11:30 AM

AFCT TESTING NOVEMBER 10, 8 AM - NOON

The Armed Forces Classification Test is only for active duty personnel who need to raise their current ASVAB scores. Unit approval and confirmation documentation are required prior to testing.

NOVEMBER 18, 8 AM - 3 PM

NOVEMBER 20, 1-2 PM

CAREER RESOURCES

ACCESSING HIGHER EDUCATION TRACK

253-5762/6439, BLDG 411 RM 101

NOVEMBER 19 & 20, 8 AM - 4 PM

Career Resources provides transition services and employment assistance programs to all active duty military personnel, military retirees, SOFA personnel and their family members.

Going to college after the military? This two-day course supplements the Transition Readiness Seminar by providing detailed, hands-on training to help you apply to a college or university. Topics include finding the right school for your career goals, learning about the admissions process and how to apply for financial aid and veterans benefits, and connecting with student veteran organizations.

TRANSITION READINESS SEMINAR NOVEMBER 2-6, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM

The Transition Readiness Seminar provides training for transitioning service members and their families on benefits and services to prepare for life after the military.

Different pathways allow participants to focus on their goals, whether it is immediate employment, education, technical training or starting a business.

Contact your Career Planner to sign up.

NOVEMBER 9, 8-9 AM NOVEMBER 12, 3:30-4:30 PM

CAR BUYING 101 NOVEMBER 12, 2-3:30 PM

A course for Marines as they arrive at their first permanent duty station. The workshop will introduce the Marine for Life Cycle and provide resources to help Marines improve their personal and financial readiness.

COLLEGE BASICS FOR CIVILIANS

WHAT IS YOUR MONEY PERSONALITY?

STRENGTHENING YOUR TSP NOVEMBER 9, 3-4:30 PM NOVEMBER 12, 8-9:30 AM

EBT SMACK-DOWN NOVEMBER 10, 3-4:30 PM NOVEMBER 12, 12:30-2 PM

PUMP UP YOUR CREDIT SCORE NOVEMBER 10 & 13, 8-9:30 AM

HOME BUYING 101 NOVEMBER 10 & 12, 10-11:30 AM

COMMAND FINANCIAL SPECIALIST (CFS) TRAINING NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 4, 8 AM - 4:30 PM

BUILD A BETTER RÉSUMÉ WORKSHOP NOVEMBER 23, 1-4 PM

Never written a résumé before? Want to improve the one you have? This handson workshop will guide you through the process to create an effective résumé tailored to the job you want.

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WELLNESS SERVICES

MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING Our mission is to support Marines, Sailors and their families by providing relevant and standardized family readiness training; thereby, sustaining a constant state of personal and family readiness for a lifetime and ultimately enhancing unit mission readiness. MCFTB presents the following family readiness training opportunities. Sign-up is required 48 hours in advance for all classes. For details call MCFTB, in Yujo Hall, at 253-3542/3754/7090.

MCCS IWAKUNI MCFTB

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR JAPANESE SPOUSES

COMMAND TEAM ADVISOR/FAMILY READINESS ASSISTANT TRAINING

NOVEMBER 3, 10 AM - NOON

NOVEMBER 24, 8 AM - NOON, YUJO HALL

AT CROSSROADS CAFÉ

This training is mandatory if you are going to serve as a Command Team Advisor or Family Readiness Assistant. Under the guidance of the FRO, Command Team Advisors and Family Readiness Assistants assist with the family readiness program in a variety of ways.

NOVEMBER 24, 10 AM - NOON AT YUJO HALL 253-7090 日本人配偶者 コミュニケーションクラス 場所: クロスロードカフェ & 友情ホール 英語を学び、コミュニケーション力を高めませんか? 気 軽に誰でも参加出来るような英会話やゲームをして楽し めるクラスです。また、英語を教えてくださるボランティ

HEARTS APART, STRENGTH TOGETHER

に興味のある方、是非連絡をお待ちしています。

NOVEMBER 12, 9-11 AM, CROSSROADS CAFÉ

NOVEMBER 24, 1:30-2:30 PM, YUJO HALL

Having a hard week? Has your spouse been gone or busy? Having a tough time in a new country? Need to talk to people who actually understand this mili tary life?

Come join other spouses, who feel the way you do, for coffee and conversation.

This is a monthly meeting intended for anyone who wants support and friendship.

Don’t miss this great opportunity to meet others, improve yourself and have fun in the process!

This training is designed to fulfill the requirement to become a Family Readiness Assistant or Command Team Advisor of the units. This class will orient and guide volunteers in their responsibilities to protect personally identifiable information (PII) and adhere to operational security protocols within and outside of their unit.

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PASSPORT TO VOLUNTEERING NOVEMBER 4, 9-11 AM DECEMBER 2, 9-11 AM YUJO HALL

This training will give volunteers the tools necessary to have a successful and fulfilling volunteer career. Volunteers will be shown how to lend their time and talents to make their volunteering experience positive and rewarding.

L.I.N.K.S. FOR JAPANESE SPOUSES NOVEMBER 9 & 10, 9 AM – 2:30 PM (2 DAY COURSE), YUJO HALL リンクスとは、軍生活をより理解する為のクラスで、見 識、ネットワーク、知識、スキルを学べます。参加者は、 軍の歴史、給料明細の読み方、福利厚生など多岐に渡 る内容を学びます。このクラスは日本語で行われ、新た

This workshop addresses the dynamics and personal warning signs of anger, learning ways to manage it productively, and various coping strategies that are helpful in handling anger, resulting in positive outcomes for one’s health and relationships.

L.I.N.K.S. SCAVENGER HUNT NOVEMBER 13, 10 AM - 1 PM

Test your L.I.N.K.S. knowledge with a fun and interactive scavenger hunt competition! Competitors will race across MCAS Iwakuni in search of clues relating to the L.I.N.K.S. curriculum. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, and t-shirts will be provided for the first 30 participants to sign up! Join us for some competitive fun while also interacting with other spouses on base.

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PRE-MARITAL WORKSHOP

をお待ちしています。

NOVEMBER 23, 8:30 AM - 2 PM, YUJO HALL

If you are engaged and soon to be married, this one day workshop is for you and your soon-to-be spouse. This workshop includes instructions for those who are in the beginning phase of completing necessary military requirements for marriage, as well as some time to work on what goes into a healthy, successful marriage.

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L.I.N.K.S. FOR SPOUSES DECEMBER 3 & 4, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (2-DAY COURSE), YUJO HALL

A fun and interactive event where spouses teach spouses about Marine Corps history, pay, benefits, base services, military career paths, area attractions, and much more! It's also a great opportunity to meet and network with other spouses stationed at MCAS Iwakuni. All Marine Corps, Navy, and civilian spouses are invited to attend.

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MCFTB§253-7090

10 AM - 1 PM

Yujo Hall Spouses will meet at Yujo Hall and divide into pairs. They will receive clues that lead them to 13 different resources on base; these resources are learned in the LINKS for Spouses class, and participants will be asked to take a photo at all 13 resources. The scavenger hunt will finish at Yujo Hall. Light refreshments provided before and after the scavenger hunt. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.

Event t-shirt provided to the first 30 participants to sign up.

Sign-up begins October 15.

MCFTB §253-3754

Noon - 1 PM

new HORIZONS

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NPSP Orientation

1st Monday of the Month

Find out what classes, training, playgroups & loaner programs NPSP has to offer for you and your family.

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Three to five years old CDC§253-5064

Pre-School Program

AGE 3 Tuesdays,Thursdays 8:30-11:30 AM or 12:45-3:45 PM (as needed) Pre-Kinderga rten

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AGES 4-5 Mondays,Wednesdays, Fridays 8:30-11:30 AM or 12:45-3:45 PM (as needed)

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Pre-registration for all services is required to attend.

Call for specific dates and times.

One on one visits by appointments available.

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November 26

Club Iwakuni Ballroom 10 AM - 2 PM

Adults $16.95 Kids Ages 6-10 $8.95 ยง253-3363

Reservations Highly Recommended

MARRIED AND Loving It!

Teaches relationship building skills through a series of 5 classes to married couples and those interested in marriage so their relationship will be strengthened as they develop a happy, healthy marriage.

FAMILY ADVOCACY Bldg. 411, Rm. 219 MCFTB ยง253-4526

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 2-3:30 PM, BLDG. 411 See page 26 for details.

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ThanksMy family has celebrated years by giving the last few aring the cooking a meal and sh also away day with friends that are no differfrom “home”.... I expect friends ent here with the amazing we have already made.

Joslyn Barnes

Iwakuni has reminded me to slow down and enjoy the moment. The serenity is contagious. Iʼm thankful to call this my temporary home.

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I love the mountainous views with the sea. Also you can go for a casual hike around town to see the Kintai Bridge and Castle. Also the different festivals that happen and Japanese classes that can be taken in town. Itʼs a wondrous place full of Japanese Culture that is a must for venturing out and being a part of.

-Terek Pelo

Th a n k es, laundry in ful for dirty dish ping ing husband slee the hamper, snor m e orning, to wake up in th ds ki , de si y eat, m by e. I have food to m ho ll ca to e ac , and a pl life, kids to love in r ne rt pa a r, clothes to wea my head. and a roof over -Tonya VDub

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KIDS & PARENTS

TEENS & TWEENZ

CHILD CARE

Teenagers: get involved with a fun activity today! For more information regarding each event, please contact the department for additional information. BGC IWAKUNI

The following services are for daytime child care.

Contact the facility for information on prices.

YOUTH & TEEN CENTER (YTC)

SMART GIRLS MEETING, AGES 10-12

253-6454

NOVEMBER 6, 1-2 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC)

Our award winning YTC provides continuous fun for our youth and teens.

Smart Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls ages 10-12.

YOUTH & TEEN OF THE MONTH AWARDS Recognize the achievements of our youth and assist with finding the MCAS Youth & Teen of the Year by nominating an Iwakuni youth today!

CONGRESSIONAL AWARD The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary and non-competitive.

The program is open to anyone ages 14-23.

Young people are honored for achieving their own challenging goals. Call 253-5549 or visit www.congressionalaward.org for details.

TRIPLE PLAY ACTIVITIES MONDAY - THURSDAY, 4-7 PM

Our programs engage participants in interactive activities which reinforce important skills such as reading, writing, speaking, listening and more.

TRIPLE PLAY HEALTHY HABITS WEDNESDAYS, 4-4:45 PM

Designed to teach youth the benefits of eating right and being physically active.

PASSPORT TO MANHOOD

Join us to have your ideas heard and help make our Teen Program better than ever!

SAMURAI KEYSTONE SOCIAL FRIDAYS, 5-7 PM

Interested teens ages 13-18, come out and join the Keystone committee to have your ideas heard and help make our Teen Program better than ever!

TORCH CLUB MEETING NOVEMBER 6 & 27, NOON - 1 PM, AGES 10-12

This club is for boys and girls geared to youth accomplishing activities in four core areas: service to club & community, education, health & fitness, and social recreation. If two heads are better than one, let’s get together, gather ideas and make our youth program better than ever.

Young men address such issues as decision-making, wellness, cooperation and conflict. There will be food and plenty of fun and good friends.

MONTHLY BIRTHDAY PARTY NOVEMBER 20, 3-4:30 PM

Celebrate your birthday with cake and ice cream as we honor our members born in November. Youth ages 10-18 (age 18 must be enrolled in high school). Birthstone: Topaz, Birth Flower: Chrysanthemum

THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION

SCHOOL AGE CARE CENTER (SAC)

NOVEMBER 25, 3-4 PM, OPEN TO ALL SOFA

253-4769/3115

YOUTH AGES 10-18 AND GUESTS

SAC provides before and after school, as well as extended break childcare for school age children (5 to 12 years old). They also provide full day care during summer, winter, and spring breaks.

Come out and celebrate “Early Thanksgiving" with the Youth & Teen Center. Open to all youth ages 10 thru 18 (still enrolled in High School) and their guests.

TRIPLE PLAY HEALTHY HABITS WEDNESDAYS, 4-4:45 PM

SAVE THE DATE No School Day Teacher's Workday for Elementary November 5 No School Day Teacher's Workday for High School November 6 No School Day Parent Teacher Conferences Elementary November 17 & 18 No School Day Parent Teacher Conferences High School November 18 Please read the school newsletters and Like the MCAS School Liaison Facebook page for school updates.

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The CDC offers full day, part day enrichment, and hourly care for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age (not enrolled in Kindergarten).

Summer Camp is offered to those preparing for Kindergarten.

NOVEMBER 20, 3-4:30 PM

SAMURAI KEYSTONE SOCIAL FRIDAYS, 5-7 PM, AGES 13-18

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Healthy Habits is designed to teach youth the benefits of eating right and being physically active. Lessons include information on Kids’ Food Pyramid, drinks, cooking and your body. Call for details.

BRANCH MEDICAL CLINIC INFLUENZA VACCINATIONS NOVEMBER 13, 2-5 PM OPEN TO ALL SOFA BASE PERSONNEL.

MONTHLY BIRTHDAY PARTY NOVEMBER 20, 3-4 PM

Celebrate your birthday with cake, games and friends as we honor members born this month.

KIDS & PARENTS

PARENT RESOURCES The following resources are available for those seeking assistance in parenting services and materials.

NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP)

PERIOD OF PURPLE CRYING CLASS

253-5043

Behavioral Health Conference Room This interactive class provides information and coping mechanisms for your infant’s uncontrollable crying as well as a follow-up plan with ongoing smartphone assistance and reminders. For expecting parents and those with children ages birth to 5 years.

Call 253-5043.

MCCS IWAKUNI NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM

NPSP offers a wide range of support services to military families with children from birth through 5 years of age. Services include prenatal and postpartum support, parenting classes, play mornings and home visitations.

TODDLERS AND TUNES WEDNESDAYS, 10:30-11:30 AM, CHAPEL NURSERY

A fun, interactive play group that includes music and movement for both parent and child (birth - 2 years). Learn more about ages and stages, how to have fun with your child, games, songs and other helpful topics. Call 253-5043 to sign up.

NOVEMBER 17, 11 AM - NOON

WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (WIC) 253-4928

A nutrition education program providing supplemental food to help promote good health for pregnant, breast feeding, postpartum women and infants & children up to age 5. Eligibility is based on family size and household income.

MCAS IWAKUNI SCHOOL LIAISON

The Marine Corps School Liaison provides critical information and resources for military school-aged children, families and schools to ensure positive and effective educational experiences.

YOUTH SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

BREAST PUMP EDUCATION CLASS NOVEMBER 2, 11 AM - NOON, BLDG 411

Come and join a group of nursing moms with similar challenges and success stories while we discuss various methods of maintaining and increasing your milk supply while renting one of our hospital grade breast pumps.

NPSP ORIENTATION

FAMCAM LOFT UNITED THROUGH READING BABY INTO BOOKS EARLY LITERACY STORYTIME DANGEROUS KIDS CLUB LET'S READ IN JAPANESE STORY TIME FAMILY GAME NIGHT SENSORY STORY TIME THESE PROGRAMS WILL RETURN AFTER THE LIBRARY RENOVATION PROJECT IS COMPLETED.

SCHOOL LIAISON 253-3691

MCCS IWAKUNI LIBRARY

Know the ropes of living in Japan? Become a Youth Sponsor. Make a positive impact of the life of another military youth or teen.

New to Iwakuni? Make new friends and learn about your new duty station by participating in this rewarding opportunity.

ANNUAL BOOKMARK CONTEST NOVEMBER 1-30 OPEN TO ALL BASE PERSONNEL AGES 3 & UP ENTRY IS FREE

Enter the library's annual bookmark contest by submitting your own original design!

Pick up and return your official entry form at the P&PD office. Bookmark entries will be on display on the library's Facebook page November 27 - December 1 for public voting. One winner will be selected from each Age Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17, and 18 +.

The winning entry from each age group will be on display at the front desk when we reopen.

PARENT SUPPORT

NOVEMBER 2, NOON - 1 PM BLDG 411 RM 231

Come out and see what the New Parent Support Program has to offer. During the orientation you will have a chance to ask questions, sign up for classes and much more!

BABY BOOT CAMP NOVEMBER 5, 9 AM - 3:30 PM BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONFERENCE ROOM

HOSPITAL TOUR WITH DR. SHOJI NOVEMBER 10, 1-2 PM

If you are delivering your baby in Iwakuni, we can provide an overview of available obstetrical services and a tour of the birthing facility. Meet in Bldg 411 first floor, registration not required.

FOR CHILDREN WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS AND ADHD Every 3rd Thursday of each month 6:30-7:30 PM M.C. Perry Elementary Community Counseling Program §253-6553

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Tandoori Chicken is one of the most popular dishes from Northern India and has become famous around the world.

We marinate ours for up to 18 hours with special Tandoori Masala seasoning. We recommend you try some!

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Monday - Friday 11 AM - 3 PM & 5-10 PM Saturday & Sunday 11 AM - 10 PM Free Parking Ticket Available

www.ganeshindo.com

Credit cards accepted

Open everyday 5 PM - Midnight Last order: 11:30 p.m.

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Excellent Professional Grooming & Puppy Adoptions!

Kounai Taxi Service will provide fast, secure, and efficient service to and from any location in the city.

Meet adorable puppies at our shop and online at:

www.dog-comachi.com Open : 10 AM - 6 PM (Closed 1st Monday and on Tuesdays)

0827-24-9090

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Disposable items: Needles, Ink, Ink Vessels, Gloves, Stick Edges, Cups and Papers (Supersonic washing machine heat sterilizing instrument tools are in a ultraviolet ray sterilizer & light apparatus case.)

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ARK-PLAN ABLE Network Iwakuni Call: 0827-31-5141 E-mail: info@ark-plan.com

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253-5777

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$8.00

バッファローチキンのトルティア巻き

BBQソースの骨付き ポークステーキー

253-5777

YOGA ZUMBA

SATURDAY

$8.00

$12.00

金曜日

9:15-10:15 AM 3-4 PM

8:30-9:30 AM 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 5-5:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM

8:30-9:30 AM 9:45-10:45 AM 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 5-5:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 6:30-7:30 PM

5:30-6:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 11:30 - 12:30 PM 5-5:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 6:30-7:30 PM

9:30-10 AM 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 5-5:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 6:45 - 7:45 PM

ハワイアン白身魚のわさび ソースグリル

KICKBOXING BOOTCAMP YOGA CORE COND'N ZUMBA STEP

FRIDAY

POWER PUMP YOGA ZUMBA SHORT CIRCUIT YOGA CYCLING DANCE IT UP!

THURSDAY

YOGA ZUMBA CYCLING TABATA MADNESS ZUMBA STEP & CORE

WEDNESDAY

SHRED POWER PUMP JUMP! ZUMBA YOGA

TUESDAY

8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 3:30-4:30 PM 5-5:30 PM KICKBOXING BOOTCAMP 5:30-6:30 PM

PIL ATES YOGA ZUMBA WATER AEOBICS CORE COND'N

MONDAY

木曜日

28

21

14

7

UNIT PT WORKOUT(BY REQUEST) For a daily schedule visit MCCSIwakuni.com or call 253-5051 for details. Classes are open to all patrons unless otherwise noted. All scheduled fitness classes need a minimum of 3 participants. Cycling classes are in the sweat shop.

AM WORKOUT LUNCH WORKOUT PM WORKOUT

FITNESS SCHEDULE

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253-5777

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253-5777

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20

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13

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12 フラッグフトボール＆

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月

• キッズ＆ペアレント

• ヘルス＆フィットネス

1 サインアップ：三段峡

8

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日

• ウェルネスサービス

• アラウンドジャパン

• クラブ岩国＆エンターテイメント

• • • •

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Dining & Entertainment Base Activities Around Japan Wellness Services

SUNDAY Marine Corps Birthday Swim All Day, 253-6035 Kintai Bridge River Cruises 11 AM, 253-6161 Masterpiece from the Sanso Collection 9 AM, 253-6161 Triple Play Activities 8 AM, 253-6454/5549

YTC Trip: Space World 8 AM, 253-6454/5549 Masterpiece from the Sanso Collection 9 AM, 253-6161 Iwakuni I Festa 10 AM 253-6161 Tea Ceremony 10 AM 253-616 Hiroshima Dreamination 15 5:30 PM, 253-6161 Walking Over Fire Ritual 1 PM, 253-6161 Hagi-Jidai Matsuri 2 PM, 253-6161 Samurai & Court Lady Photo Sessions 10 AM, 253-6161 Triple Play Healthy Habits 4 PM, 253-5549

• Health & Fitness • SMP • Kids & Parents * Recurring event

MONDAY BOOKMARK CONTEST 9 AM, 253-3078 Marine Corps Birthday Swim All Day, 253-6035

2

Masterpiece from the Sanso Collection 9 AM, 253-6161 Transition Readiness Seminar 7:45 AM, 5762/6439 L.I.N.K.S. for Japanese 9 Spouses (2 Day course) 9 AM, 253-7090 Baby into Books 10 AM, 253-5164 Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) 10:30 AM, 253-3855 Masterpiece from the Sanso Collection 9 AM, 253-6161

16

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Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) 10:30 AM, 253-3855 Federal Job Search Strategies 1 PM, 253-6439 Baby Into Books 10 AM, 253-3078 Triple Play Healthy Habits 4 PM, 253-5549 ITT: Tokyo Fun Trip 23 9:30 AM, 253-4377 Pre-Marital Workshop 8:30 AM, 253-6439 Build a Better Resume 1 PM, -5762/6439 Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) 10:30 AM, 253-3855 Baby into Books 10 AM, 253-5156

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Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) 10:30 AM, 253-3855 Baby Into Books 10 AM, 253-3078

ITT: Tokyo Fun Trip 9:30 AM, 253-4377 Antique Flea Market 6 AM, 253-6161 Kurakake Castle Ruin Matsuri 9 AM, 253-6161

ITT: Discover Seoul Trip All Day, 253-4377 Shuto Shokuniku Fair 10 AM, 253-6161 Samurai & Court Lady Photo Sessions 10 AM, 253-6161

4

5

MARINE

MARINE

CORPS BALL 27

College 101 & TA Workshop 20 1 PM, 253-3855 College Basics for Civilians 1 PM, 253-3855 SMP Kintai Clean Up Day 9 AM, 253-3585

College 101 & TA Workshop 6 9 AM, 253-3855 Transition Readiness Seminar 7:45 PM, 253-5762/6439 Samurai Keystone Social 5 PM, 253-6454 Torch Club Meeting Noon, 253-5549 Kintai Bridge River Cruises 11 AM, 253-6161 Cultural Trip: Restaurant and 13 Grocery Store 9 AM, 253-6165 YTC 9/11 Remembrance 3 PM, 253-6454/5549 Samurai Keystone Social 5 PM, 253-6454 College 101 for Marines 9 AM, 253-3855 L.I.N.K.S. Scavenger Hunt 10 AM 253-3754

FRIDAY

Visit MCCSIWAKUNI.com for a full calendar of events

THURSDAY USMC Birthday Swim All Day, 253-4966 Masterpiece from the Sanso Collection 9 AM, 253-6161 PCS with Success 9 AM, 35-6439 Transition Readiness Seminar 7:45 AM, 5762/6439 Masterpiece from the Sanso 12 Collection 9 AM, 253-6161 Hearts Apart, Strength Together 9 AM, 253-3754 Basic Anger Management 2 PM, 253-3754 Sensory Story Time 11 PM, 253-3078 Triple Play Activities 2:30 PM, 253-5549

11 Ping Pong Tournament Noon, 253-3585 L.I.N.K.S. for Japanese Spouses (2 Day course) 9 AM, 253-7090 ITT: Mt. Shosha Hiking Trip 7 AM, 253-4377 Triple Play Activities 2:30 PM, 253-6165 VETERANS DAY

CORPS BALL

Torch Club Meeting Noon, 253-5549 Samurai Keystone Social 5:30 PM, 253-5549 ITT: Discover Seoul Trip All Day, 253-4377

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MCCS IWAKUNI

SATURDAY

ITT Trip:Himeji Castle Trip 253-4377 Fukuoka Canal City Trip 8 AM, 253-5549 Fukuoka Canal City Trip 8 PM, 253-6161

ODR Trip: Sandankyo Hike 8 AM, 253-3822

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SMP Trip: Children’s Home Visit 9 AM, 253-5368 Winter Illumination at Bihoku Hillside Park 9:30 AM, 253-6161 Triple Play Activities 2:30 PM, 253-5549

ODR Trip: Sandankyo Hike 8 AM, 253-3822

International Games Day 1 PM, 253-3078 ODR Trip: Archery Trip 9 AM, 253-3822

MARINE

CORPS BALL

28

ITT: Discover Seoul Trip All Day, 253-4377 Hofu Tenmangu Gojinko Matsuri

THANKSGIVING DAY 6 PM, 253-6161

NOVEMBER GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULE

AM WORKOUT LUNCH WORKOUT PM WORKOUT

UNIT PT WORKOUT(BY REQUEST) For a daily schedule visit MCCSIwakuni.com or call 253-5051 for details. Classes are open to all patrons unless otherwise noted. All scheduled fitness classes need a minimum of 3 participants. Cycling classes are in the sweat shop.

YOGA BASICS

TABATA MADNESS

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

8:30-9:30 AM

6-7 AM

MONDAY

ZUMBA

CORE COND'N 5-5:30 PM KICKBOXING BOOTCAMP 5:30-6:30 PM

BODY SHRED

8:30-9 AM

TUESDAY

5-5:30 PM

5:30-6:30 PM

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

6:30 - 7:30 PM

POWER PUMP

ZUMBA

JUMP!

YOGA

ZUMBA

TABATA MADNESS

CYCLING

ZUMBA

YOGA

6:30-7:30 PM

5:30-6:30 PM

5-5:30 PM

11:30 - 12:30 PM

8:30-9:30 AM

5:30-6:30 AM

WEDNESDAY

STEP & CORE

SHORT CIRCUIT

ZUMBA

YOGA

POWER PUMP

6:30-7:30 PM

5:30-6:30 PM

5-5:30 PM

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

9:45-10:45 AM

8:30-9:30 AM

THURSDAY

DANCE IT UP!

YOGA

FRIDAY

5-5:30 PM

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

KICKBOXING BOOTCAMP 8:30-9:30 AM

YOGA

5:30-6:30 PM

CORE COND'N

ZUMBA STEP

FRIDAY

9:15-10:15 AM

SATURDAY

THURSDAY

3-4 PM

WEDNESDAY

$12.00

Grilled Mahi- Mahi

YOGA

TUESDAY

$8.00

Cuban Panini Sandwich

ZUMBA

MONDAY

$8.00

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

$10.00

Thai Seafood Curry

$11.75

Take-out available until 30 minutes prior to closing. Call 253-3363 for details.

Spice Rubbed Pork Porterhouse

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Cultural Trip: Restaurant and 18 Grocery Store 9 AM, 253-6165 Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS) 10 AM, 253-3754 Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) 8 AM, 253-3855 Triple Play Healthy Habits 4 PM, 253-5549

Thanksgiving Day Buffet 10 AM, 253-3363 ITT: Tokyo Fun Trip 9:30 AM, 253-4377 ITT: Discover Seoul Trip All Day, 253-4377 Momiji Biyori 9:30 AM, 253-6161 Ping Pong Tournament Noon, 253-3585

Accessing Higher Education Track 8 AM, 253-6439 PCS with Success 9 AM, 253-6439 Movie Day Noon, 253-5043

25 ITT: Tokyo Fun Trip 9:30 AM, 253-4377 ITT: Discover Seoul Trip All Day, 253-4377 DLAB/DLPT Testing 8 AM, 253-3855 Sponsorship Training 10 AM, 253-3754 SMP Pre- Thanksgiving Party 5 PM, 253-3585

Sponsorship Training 10 AM, 5762/6439 Samurai & Court Lady Photo Sessions 10 AM, 253-6161 Marine Corps Birthday Swim All Day, 253-6035

WEDNESDAY

NOVEMBER TUESDAY Marine Corps Birthday Swim 3 All Day, 253-6035 Transition Readiness Seminar 7:45 AM, 5762/6439 Momiji Biyori 9 AM, 253-6161 Kintai Bridge River Cruises 11 AM, 253-6161

JP HOLIDAY: CULTURAL DAY

AFCT Testing 10 8 AM, 253-3855 Toddlers and Tunes 10:30 AM, 5043 Cultural class: Survival Japanese (Fall Term) 7 PM, 253-6161 Early Literacy 10 AM, 253-5156 Hospital Tour with Dr. Shoji 2 PM, 253-5043 Career/Technical Training 17 Track 8 AM, 253-6439 Early Literacy 1 PM, 253-5156 Interviewing Skills 1 PM, 253-6439 The Period of Purple Crying Class 2 PM, 253-5549 SMP Texas Hold’em Tournament 7 PM, 153-3585 ITT: Tokyo Fun Trip 24 9:30 AM, 253-4377 ITT: Discover Seoul Trip All Day, 253-4377 Command Team Advisor/Family Readiness Assistant Training 8 AM, 253-3754 PII/OPSEC Training 1:30 AM, 253-3754 Early Literacy 1 PM, 253-5156

DAILY SPECIALS

NOVEMBER Monday - Thursday: 6:30 AM - Midnight Friday: 6:30 AM - 2 AM Saturday: 7 AM - 2 AM Sunday: 7 AM - Midnight

P R E V I E W M A G A Z I N E | F I N D U S O N F A C E B O O K : M C C S I WA K U N I

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DIRECTORY Calling 253 from cellular phones: 0827-79-xxxx ft Calling 255 from cellular phones: 0827-94-xxxx ft Calling from the States to MCAS Iwakuni DSN: 253 - 011-81-82-779-xxxx 255 - 011-81-82-294-xxxx

ENTERTAINMENT CLUB IWAKUNI Bldg 600

253-5416

SPECIAL EVENTS Bldg 630

253-3727

STRIKE ZONE BOWLING CENTER Bldg 1333 253-3495 Sun-Thu: 11 AM - 10 PM Fri-Sat: 11 AM - Midnight STRIKE ZONE PRO SHOP Bldg 1333 253-3495 Daily 11 AM - 9 PM THE 11TH FRAME Mon-Thu: 5-11 PM Fri-Sat: 3 PM - 1 AM Sun: 3-11 PM THEATER Bldg 630 253-3499 Movie Line-up 253-5291 Opens 30 mins. before show time.

Opens 60 mins before premiere.

FOOD BULLDOG'S SOUTHERN STYLE BBQ Bldg 410 253-7827 Daily: Mon-Fri 10:30 AM - 2 PM, Closed Weekends

ATHLETICS Bldg 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-5460

AQUATICS Bldg 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

253-4966

GROUP FITNESS Bldg 1010 253-5051/5126 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM HEALTH PROMOTIONS Bldg 1010 253-6359 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM INTRAMURAL SPORTS Bldg 1010 253-3067 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM IRONWORKS GYM FRONT DESK Bldg 1010 253-6578 Mon-Fri: 4 AM - 11 PM Sat, Sun & Hol: 7 AM - 10 PM LIBRARY Bldg 411, 3F 253-3078 Mon-Thu: 9 AM - 9 PM Fri: 9 AM - 8 PM Sat, Sun & Hol: 9 AM - 5 PM OUTDOOR RECREATION 253-3822 GEAR ISSUE 253-3842 Bldg 1010 Mon-Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM Sat, Sun & Hol: 8 AM - 4 PM POOL - INDOOR Bldg 1010 253-5520 Mon-Fri: 5 AM - 9 PM Sat: 9 AM - 9 PM Sun & Hol: 11 AM - 9 PM (Closed: Tue & Thu: 1-3 PM) RUNS & EVENTS Bldg 1010 SEMPER FIT ADMIN Bldg 1010 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

BURGER KING Bldg 410 Sun-Thu: 7 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 7 AM - 10 PM CLUB IWAKUNI Bldg 600 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM After Hours Catering Dept.

RECREATION

SMP HORNET’S NEST Bldg 1347 253-3585 Open 24/7 SMP MARINE LOUNGE Bldg 410, 2F 253-5368 Sun-Thu: 10 AM - Midnight Fri, Sat & Hol: 10 AM - 2 AM WOOD HOBBY SHOP Bldg 1345 253-5320 Wed-Fri: 11 AM - 1 PM & 4-8 PM Sat: 8 AM - 8 PM Sun: Noon - 8 PM (Closed Mon & Tues)

KFC Delivery Orders 253-3943 Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM Fri & Sat: 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM Delivery starts at 11 AM

YOUTH SPORTS Bldg 1010 253-3239/5777 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

PIZZA HUT Bldg 410 Take-Out Orders 253-4915 Delivery Orders 253-3943 Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM Fri & Sat: 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM Delivery starts at 11 AM SOBA EXPRESS Bldg 410 Mon-Fri: 10:30 AM - 6 PM Closed weekends SUBWAY Bldg 410 Delivery Orders 253-7827 Sun-Thu: 9 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 9 AM - 10 PM Delivery starts at Noon TACO BELL Bldg 410 Sun: 10 AM - 9 PM Mon-Thu: 7 AM - 9 PM Fri & Sat: 7 AM - 10 PM

YOUTH & TEEN CENTER(YTC) Bldg 443 253-6454/4803 Mon-Thurs: 2:30-7 PM Fri: 2:30-8 PM Sat: Noon - 8 PM, (Closed Sun & Holidays)

ACTIVE DUTY & FAMILY SUPPORT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (Prevention, Education & Outreach) Bldg 411 Rm 219 253-4526 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM CAREER RESOURCES Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC) Bldg 637 & 636 253-5584 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM CHILDREN, YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAM Bldg 443 Mon-Fri: 1-5 PM

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) Bldg 636/637 253-5601 FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP) Bldg 411 Rm 219 253-4526 FAMILY MEMBER EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM INFORMATION REFERRAL & RELOCATION SERVICES Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-6161 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (MCFTB) Bldg 1104 253-3542/3754/7090 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY Bldg 1100 253-5311 NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) Bldg 411 Rm 219 253-5043 PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM RETIRED AFFAIRS OFFICE Bldg 411 Rm 201 253-6439

SCHOOL LIAISON Bldg 564

253-3363 253-3382

253-4108

LAUNDERETTE Bldg 705 Open 24/7 Customer Service 253-4782 Mon- Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-5880

JD’S GRILLE Bldg 600 253-3363 Mon-Thu: 6:30 AM - Midnight Fri: 6:30 AM - 2 AM Sat: 7 AM - 2 AM Sun: 7 AM - Midnight

MOBILE CANTEEN Route Information

EDUCATION OFFICE Bldg 411 Rm 127 253-3855 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

253-5654

253-5416

KNOCK DOWN ZONE Bldg 1333 Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM Fri-Sat: 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM

HEAD TO TOE BEAUTY SALON Bldg 410 253-4708 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 7 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays)

SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC) Bldg 558 253-4769 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM Closed: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

SHARK BAIT DIVE CENTER Bldg 1010 253-4966 Mon-Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM

CROSSROADS CAFE & BASKIN ROBBINS Bldg 410 253-4110 Daily: 6 AM - 8:30 PM

CULTURAL ADAPTATION PROGRAM Bldg 411, 3F 253-6165 Mon-Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM

253-5549

COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM (CCP) Bldg 411 Rm 201 253-6553

253-3691

SUBSTANCE ABUSE & PREVENTION Bldg 411 Rm 219 253-5260 TRANSITION ASSISTANCE Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-6439 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM VETERANS ASSISTANCE (VA) Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-6284/6439

By Appointment VICTIM ADVOCATE PROGRAM Bldg 411 Rm 219 253-4526 24-Hour Helpline 090-9978-1033 WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (WIC) Bldg 411 Rm 110 253-4928 YOUTH CULTURAL PROGRAM Bldg 411 Rm 101 253-4769 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

SHOPPING & SERVICES ACE INSURANCE Bldg 410 253-3777 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays) AMERICABLE Bldg 410 253-2288 24Hour Tech Support 046-896-2288 Mon-Sat: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM BARBER (MCX) Bldg 446 253-4728 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM (Closed Thu) Sat & Sun: 8 AM - 5 PM BARBER (NORTHSIDE) Bldg 1350 253-4747 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM (Closed Wed) Sat & Sun: 8 AM - 5 PM "BARKING LOT" KENNEL Bldg 1009 253-3588 Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM - 6 PM EXCHANGE NEW CAR SALES Bldg 446 253-4715 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM Sun: 11 AM - 5 PM

MARINE CORPS EXCHANGE (MCX) (Military Clothing Sales, Four Seasons Gift Shop, Sight & Sound) Bldg 446 253-5641 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM Sun & Hol:10 AM - 6 PM THE FURNITURE STORE Bldg: 443 253-6621 Wed-Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM (Closed Mon & Tues) MCX WAREHOUSE Bldg 380 253-5255 Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri: 10 AM - 8 PM Wed & Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM Sat: 10:30 AM - 7 PM MARINE MART - NORTHSIDE Bldg 1350 253-4121 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 10 PM Sat & Sun: 8 AM - 10 PM MARINE MART - MCX Bldg 446 253-4792 Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM - 10 PM Sat & Sun: 8 AM - 10 PM SERVICES + Bldg 410 253-4723 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM SOFTBANK CELLULAR Bldg 410 253-5851 Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 6:30 PM Sun: 10 AM - 5:30 PM Hol: Noon - 5 PM STARCH & STRIPES DRY CLEANERS/TAILOR SHOP Bldg 446 253-4742 Mon-Sat: 9 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays) STORAGE UNITS Bldg 1350 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 6 PM Sat: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Units open 24/7

253-4385

TANAKA OPTICAL Bldg 1350 253-4758 Tue, Thur & Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM

TRAVEL & AUTOMOTIVE AUTO SKILLS CENTER Bldg 1350 253-5325 Tue-Fri: Noon - 6 PM Sat: 9 AM - 5 PM Sun : 10 AM - 6 PM (Closed Mon) GAS STATION Bldg 1351 Open 24/7

253-4517

VEHICLE RENTAL Bldg 1350 Daily: 8 AM - 8 PM

253-4245

LODGING TEMPORARY LODGING FACILITY (TLF) (Nishiki & Monzen Lodge) Bldg 1188 & 444 253-3221 Open 24/7

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES DESIGN Bldg 410 253-5147 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT Bldg 411 Rm 125 253-4841 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Wed: 7:30 AM - 3 PM Last Wed of the month: 7:30 AM - Noon EXECUTIVE OFFICE Bldg 410 253-3424 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM FINANCE Bldg 410 253-3336 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM HUMAN RESOURCES Bldg 410 253-3030/5008 Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Wed: 7:30 AM - 3 PM Last Wed of the month: 7:30 AM - Noon MCCS MOTOR POOL Bldg 1350 253-6572 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM PREVIEW MAGAZINE Marketing Dept Bldg 410 253-5284 Digital Media 253-6229 Advertising 253-4169 (in Japanese) 0827-79-4169 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 4:30 PM

STATION EMERGENCY On-Base Off-Base From a Cell

911/119 119 0827-21-7700

AFN (MUSIC REQUEST LINE) Bldg 370 253-1575 AIR TERMINAL Bldg 727

253-5509

BANKS Community Bank Navy Federal

253-4777 253-4797

BRANCH MEDICAL CLINIC Voice Menu 253-5571 Appointments 253-3445 Medication Refill 253-3014 Pharmacy 253-3010 Urgent Care 253-5572 CHAPLAIN Station Chapel Duty Chaplain

253-3371 080-6612-9244

COMMISSARY Bldg 450

253-5586

HIROSHIMA AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION SERVICE Bldg 410 253-4377 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM Sat: 9:30 AM - 3 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays)

HOUSING Bldg 200 Kintai Inn BOQ Self Help Trouble Desk

253-5541 253-3181 253-4908 253-3528 253-3131

IACE TRAVEL Bldg 410 050-5806-7460 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM (Closed Sat, Sun & Holidays)

IPAC Information

253-4529

24 HOUR CAR WASH Bldg 1350 Sun-Sat: 8 AM - 5PM (Closed Holidays)

INFORMATION, TOURS & TRAVEL (ITT) Bldg 410 253-4377 Mon-Fri: 9:30 AM - 6 PM Sat: 9:30 AM - 3 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays) TYPHOON MOTORS AUTO SERVICE Bldg 1350 253-4385 Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 6 PM Sat: 8 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed Sun & Holidays)

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MC PERRY SCHOOLS (DoDEA) Elementary 253-3327 High School 253-5448 PMO Desk Sergeant SJA

253-3303 253-5591

VETERINARIAN Bldg 1009

253-6471

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