Okinawa Living Weekly

May 11, 2017 · mccsokinawa.com

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our mom is your rock, your foundation, your strength and your greatest champion.

She stayed up nights with you when you were sick, helped you with homework and put a bandage on your “owies.” She brought you into this world, and she may have mentioned on occasion she can also take you out of it. In honor of mom, we celebrate her beauty, grace and sacrifice each year in May as a special token of gratitude for all that she does for us. Give mom the morning off and take her to an MCCS Club or Restaurant for a hearty Mother’s Day Breakfast…it’s the least that you can do!

On May 14, Taiyo Steakhouse will be offering an a la carte brunch menu from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Seating will be available on the balcony so mom can enjoy her meal in the beautiful Okinawan outdoors (weather permitting). Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 622-2020.

The Butler Officers’ Club (645-7530) will be hosting a scrumptious Mother’s Day Brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adults can enjoy an exquisite meal for $17. Children ages 5 through 11 are $8.50 and children 4 and under are FREE. Reservations are highly recommended for this holiday treat. Kinser Surfside (637-3137) is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the same pricing.

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Join MCCS in honoring mom. fast Buffet at the Veranda inside the Ocean Breeze on Camp Foster from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Habu Pit on MCAS Futenma will also be hosting a special buffet for Mother’s Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. At all buffets, adults are $9.95, children ages 5 through 11 are $4.95, and children 4 and under are FREE. For more information on Mother’s Day Breakfast and Brunch Buffets at MCCS Clubs and Restaurants visit mccsokinawa.com/clubs.

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Infant Massage

ultivating a secure bond between you and your infant is essential to the healthy development of your baby’s sense of self and security in the world. Infant massage is a wonderful way to interact with your baby while relaxing them, and can even reduce crying. Moreover, children from newborn to toddler can all benefit from massage and parents can gain a better understanding of their child’s moods. The MCCS New Parent Support Program is proud to offer Infant Massage sessions, led by an experienced instructor who will provide all you need to know about giving your baby a soothing massage.

Join MCCS at the Camp Foster Library on Fridays for this fourweek bonding experience. Come learn about one of the most natural and pleasant methods of providing early nurturing to children. For

more information, or to register, call 645-0396. Go to mccsokinawa.com/npsp

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Journey Through Pregnancy

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CCS New Parent Support Program invites expectant mothers and fathers to join their 12week birth and parenting education series, Journey Through Pregnancy.

These informative sessions offer an open environment for parentsto-be to ask questions and receive instruction on everything from understanding pregnancy, birth, mother and infant care, breastfeeding and more. Moms and dads are invited to attend these sessions together so both can understand the changes moms undergo through pregnancy and how to keep mom and baby healthy.

Camps Courtney, Foster and Kinser each offer a Journey Through Pregnancy session as part of a larger series of parenting classes for couples. Baby Boot Camps are held throughout the year and are a great

follow-up to the Journey Through Pregnancy class. Once baby has arrived, sign up for an Infant Massage class, or one of the many Play Mornings held on Camps Courtney, Foster and Kinser.

To register for Journey Through Pregnancy, or any of the other classes New Parent Support offers, call 6450396. For more information about dates, times and locations for classes, go to mccsokinawa.com/npsp.

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Okaasan arigato.

Thank you, mom.

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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs-Resources at 645-2104/2106.

lthough Mother’s Day is traced ‌back to when the Egyptians paid homage to maternal deities like Isis, followed by the Greeks honoring Rhea, the mother of the gods, today’s Mother’s Day was the brainchild of social activist Julia Ward Howe. After the Civil War, she wanted to unite mothers from the north and south following the deaths of their sons. Though her original proposal fizzled, with the continued dedication of activist Anna Reeves Jarvis and her daughter Anna M. Jarvis in the early 1900s, Mother’s Day was declared a holiday on the second Sunday of May by President Woodrow Wilson in 1914.

Sons, daughters and fathers have since been showering moms across the country with paper plates adorned with colorful macaroni, finger-painted masterpieces, ceramic handprint

memorabilia and flowers, originally carnations. In addition to these gifts created with love and little hands, treat mom to something special this year by taking her on a relaxing buffet and sea adventure with MCCS Tours+.

Take mom on a trip to Busena Cape to enjoy the colorful sea life through a 360-degree observatory, then hop

onto the glass-bottom boat and continue the adventure. Afterwards, dine on a sumptuous buffet at the Okinawa Marriott Resort.

The tour will be on May 14 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Adults are $55, children (3 to 12) are $32, children (under 3) are FREE. For details, visit mccsokinawa.com/tours.

If you have any burning questions about Japanese culture, please send them to OLW@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.

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Like many great ideas, picture frames were first used by ancient Egyptians and popularized in Europe in the 16oos.

Custom Gifts for Mom

rames are great for any occasion but what they are perfect for is Mother’s Day. Yes—Mother’s Day is May 14, and a framed photo is the kind of thing moms always like.

Give mom something unique and special this Mother’s Day to show your appreciation for all that she does. Does she have a ton of great family photos on her phone from all your island adventures? Or maybe this is her first Mother’s Day and you want to give her something to commemorate the occasion. A picture of you and mommy behind no-glare glass or even a nice scenic shot of the place you now call home will be a great gift. Foster Framing & Fine Arts and the Custom Shop are your one-stop shops for a special gift this Mother’s Day. So print off that awesome photo from her phone or select a beautiful matte of a family portrait and take it to the experts at the Custom Shop. For

more information, call 645-3674 or visit them online at mccsokinawa.com/ framingandfinearts. Hours of operation

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Carp streamers created by kids line the streets for the Children's Day holiday during Golden Week.

are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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For more information on any of these performances, call 6455821, visit mccsokinawa.com/ entertainment or facebook.com/ mccsokinawa.entertainment.

he hottest party band in the Philippines is back. Manila Pop, a dynamic and exciting crew of musicians from Olongapo City, will be thrilling audiences in MCCS Clubs throughout Okinawa until June 7. Want to hear “Shape of You” as if you were at an Ed Sheeran concert, or “That’s What I Like” as if Bruno Mars was only 10 feet away? This versatile cover band is sure to get you moving to the beat.

Manila Pop delivers everything from modern top 40 hits to classics

by Lionel Richie and Stevie Wonder.

And of course, they take requests.

You can’t see all your favorite artists at once, but you can see the next best thing—Manila Pop. Don’t miss out.

Manila Pop will continue performing at MCCS Clubs throughout the month of May. Catch them from 8 to 11 p.m. on Tuesdays at The Palms on Camp Hansen,

Wednesdays at Ocean Breeze on Camp Foster and on Thursdays at the Bayview on Camp Courtney.

Kick off the weekend by spending Friday night at the BeachHead, and keep the party going as Manila Pop dials the excitement level up each Saturday at Surfside on Camp Kinser.

Friday and Saturday performances run from 9 p.m. to midnight.

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adventure begins here Tea Ceremony with Kimono Dressing May 13, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Adults $49, Children (3–11) $38 Take part in a traditional tea ceremony that includes the preparation and presentation of matcha, the customary green tea served in Japan. Continue the experience by discovering the history behind kimonos and dressing in a traditional Japanese kimono.

Battle Sites Tour May 13, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Adults $28, Children (3–11) $18 Children (under 3) FREE Relive the Battle of Okinawa at the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters and Peace Memorial Park.

Kerama Islands Snorkeling Tour May 14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Adult $73, Children (4–11) $41 Grab your fins and get ready for some fun!

Tour includes a boat ride to two snorkeling spots in the Kerama Islands.

Japanese Tea Ceremony May 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Adults $35, Children (3–11) $28 Children (under 3) FREE Experience a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. After tea, enjoy lunch and shopping on Kokusai Street.

*Bring yen for additional food, drinks and/or purchases. For more information, contact MCCS Tours+: Camp Foster 646-3502 | Camp Hansen 623-6344 | Camp Kinser 637-2744

off-baseevents get out and explore

All Okinawa Bullfighting Spring Tournament May 14, noon Ishikawa Multi-purpose Dome, Uruma City ¥3,000

Proud sponsor of MCCS Youth Sports

Athletics/Adult Sports Thomas Alan Smilie, Photograph courtesy of ANA InterContinental Manza Beach

645-3521/3522

Aquatics 645-3180 Courtney Ironworks 622-9261/7297 Futenma Semper Fit 636-2672 Gunners Fitness Center 645-3985/2235 Hansen House of Pain 623-5558/4831 Health Promotion 645-3484/3910 Kinser Fitness Center 637-1869/1114 Schwab Power Dome 625-2654/2442 Taiyo Golf Club 622-2004 Tsunami SCUBA 645-9500 Youth Sports 645-3533/3534

Nago Orchid Festival May 11–14, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Neo Park Okinawa, Nago City Adults ¥600, Children (13–18) ¥330 (4–12) years old ¥220

Manza Ocean Park May 11–November 30, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort, Onna Village Adults ¥1,500 Children (3–12): ¥1,250

upcoming semperfitevents Racquetball Tournament May 26–28 MCAS Semper Fit Gym Register at any MCCS Fitness Center by May 22 at 1 p.m. for $20 or onsite for $25. This event is open to participants island-wide. Top three teams and individuals will receive awards.

Details: 636-2672.

Volleyball Tournament May 26–28 Camp Foster Fieldhouse Register at any MCCS Fitness Center by May 22 at 1 p.m. for $100. This event is open to teams island-wide. Top three teams will receive awards.

Details: 645-4866/3003.

classof theweek Yoga This class is a series of balance, strength and flexibility poses and movements that will connect your body, mind and spirit.

All camps For more information and a full schedule, visit mccsokinawa.com/groupfitness