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May 29, 2014 • mccsokinawa.com
okinawalivingweekly Food, Festivities Arrive on Futenma
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Ospreys will be on display at Futenma Flightline Fair
he Futenma Flightline Fair is famous for military aircraft displays and amusement rides. Festivalgoers interested in props and wings, live entertainment and more will get their fill at the fair on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, from 2 to 10 p.m. Static displays showcasing the best of Marine Corps aviation are slated to include both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. The fair will have live entertainment, game booths and a KiddieLand. Vendors will dish out your favorite American and cultural foods. The main attraction this year will be a live performance by pop-punk band All
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Time Low at 8 p.m. Saturday night. Stick around for fireworks on Sunday night at 9:50 p.m. The Futenma Flightline Fair is open to all SOFA status individuals and Japanese with access to MCAS Futenma. Free shuttle buses will provide transportation to and from designated parking lots on the base. No pets, outside alcohol, bottles or coolers are allowed. The fair is sponsored in part by AFSPA. As always, MCCS encourages everyone to drink responsibly; daiko and taxi services will be available. For details, please visit mccsokinawa.com.
Fishermen’s Wharf Seafood Buffet | 3 MCCS Event Listings | 3 Off-Base Events: Dragon Boat Festival | 5
kinawa is famous for its glass creations. This unique, handcrafted blown glass was not always a well-known Okinawan treasure. One of the main raw materials for making glass is sand, something that is not naturally found on the island. Okinawa has many beaches, but the tiny grains are actually coral, not sand. After WWII, an abundance of used glass cola bottles were brought to the island and left behind by the U.S. military. Artists collected these bottles to use as raw material in glass blowing, melting them down to make new handblown glass items. Ryukyu glass has its own distinct look due to its use of recycled materials. It is typified by its vibrant blue-green color and air bubbling set within the glass. For a unique keepsake, check out Ryukyu glassware. Tourists can visit the Nago Glass Factory as part of the Tours+ Northern Highlights Tour. For details, please see page 5 or visit mccsokinawa.com/tours.
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livingatlarge Taste the Sea
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he MCCS clubs continue to offer cuisines to please every palate imaginable with the Fishermen’s Wharf Seafood Buffet. Catch a taste of the briny blue at this seafood buffet at The Veranda inside Ocean Breeze on June 6 from 5 to 10 p.m. There’s no better place to enjoy seafood than on an island surrounded by Mother Nature’s seafood pantry. If you’re a fan of salmon, scallops, oysters and mussels, then this is the dining event for you. This buffet will feature a spread of delectable meals from the sea. To start, try some marinated mussels, shrimp, smoked salmon and oysters on the half shell. Then make a move on the tender grilled salmon, seared
scallops and Maryland crab cakes. For all this and more, prices are $40 for adults, $20 for children 5 to 11 and FREE for children under 5.
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Reservations are recommended. Call 645-3666 by May 23 to reserve your spot today.
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mccsevents&happenings Four Lenses Workshop June 2, 1–4:30 p.m. MFP–R, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Premarital Seminar June 13, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Ocean Breeze, Camp Foster 645-3749 FREE
Dads in Gear Workshop Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m. Bldg. 439, Camp Foster 645-0396 FREE
Courtney Book Club June 6, 5 p.m. Library, Camp Courtney 622-9280 FREE
Command Financial Specialist Workshop June 16–20, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Bldg. 439, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Bulls Eye Steel Tip Dart Tournament Thursdays, 7 p.m. BeachHead, Camp Schwab 625-2053 FREE
Commissary Curiosities/ Hamby Town Tour June 12, 9–11 a.m. Commissary, Camp Foster 645-3127 FREE
Chalk & Awe Pool Tournament Tuesdays, 7 p.m. BeachHead, Camp Schwab 625-2053 FREE
Moms in the Military Workshop Registration required Thursdays, 3–4:30 p.m. Bldg. 439, Camp Foster 645-0396 FREE
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May 31 & June 1 Turn unwanted items into ca$h. For a full schedule, visit mccsokinawa.com/fleamarket. Special Events 645-5829
Through June Register online at mccsokinawa.com/youthsports or at any MCCS fitness center by June 30. Open to ages 5–18. Any MCCS Fitness Center
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Through June Bring your car to any Typhoon Motors on-island and we’ll top off your Freon for the summer. Typhoon Motors
Classes are now open to DoD ID card holders islandwide. Visit mccsokinawa.com/lifeguard or call for more information and details. MCCS Aquatics
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Baseball and Softball Registration
Youth Sports 654-3533/3534
Lifeguard Classes
Aquatics 645-3180/7554
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off-base events get out and explore.
Itoman Dragon Boat Festival May 31 & June 1 Itoman Port, Itoman FREE Night Insect Observation Tour May 31 & June 1, 6:30–9 p.m. By reservation only, call 098-965-3400 Bios on the Hill, Uruma Adults ¥1,500 Children (4–11) ¥1,000 Uchina Hawaiian Vol. 2 meets Jazz June 1, 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Southeast Botanical Gardens Okinawa City Adults ¥4,000 Children (under 18) ¥1,500
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adventure begins here. Shuri Castle & Naha June 7, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Adults $23, Children (3–11) $16, (under 3) $5 Tour the only standing castle on Okinawa, see Shureimon Gate and view the ponds where boat races were held to entertain the court. After lunch on Kokusai Street, spend the afternoon at Fukushūen Chinese Garden and Naminoue Shinto Shrine.*
Urashima Dinner Theater June 13, 5:30–9:30 p.m. Adults $75 with half lobster, $60 without lobster, Children (6–12) $38, (3– 5) $34, (under 3) $5 *no meal Savor the flavors of Okinawan cuisine while being entertained by traditional music and dancers.
Father’s Day Bullfighting Tour June 15, noon–4 p.m. Adults $40, Children (13–18) $27, (3–12) $12, (under 3) $5 Give dad a Father’s Day to remember with a day at an Okinawan Bullfight.
Forest Adventure June 8, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Adults $54, Children (7–17) $37 Test your courage on the Zip Slide, the Amazon Rope Bridge, the Tibetan Bridge and other exciting courses. Children must be at least 6 years of age and 55 inches in height. No persons over 285 pounds are allowed on the courses.*
Spelunking Tour June 14, 9–3 p.m. Adults $40, Children (6–11) $33 Become a spelunker as your explore the stactites and stalagmites of Gyokusendo Cave located inside Okinawa World. The water can come as high as chest level and there may be tight, narrow spaces to maneuver.*
Sub‐ship, Lunch & Beach at Manza Resort June 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $62, Children (7–12) $37, (3– 6) $25, (under 3) $5 *no meal View sea life from the comfort of a sub-ship. Enjoy a barbecue lunch and dessert on a beach-side terrace. After lunch, take a dip in the ocean or relax on the beach.*
*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 (Temporarily Closed) | U.S. Naval Hospital 646-7013
photooftheweek Thomas Alan Smilie
The island appears vast and lush from the Ogimi coast, pictured above.
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upcoming semperfitevents movieschedule Proud sponsor of MCCS Youth Sports Athletics/Adult Sports 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
Open 3-Point Challenge June 7 Futenma Flightline Fair Register by 1 p.m. on June 2 at any MCCS fitness center. This FREE event is open to participants island-wide. Onsite registration will be held from 1–2 p.m. on the day of the event. Awards will be given to the first 50 participants to score at least 5 shots. For details, call 636-2672. Open Corn Hole Challenge June 7 Futenma Flightline Fair Register by 1 p.m. on June 2 at any MCCS fitness center This FREE event is open to participants island-wide. Onsite registration will be held from 1–2 p.m. on the day of the event. Awards will be given to the first 25 teams to score the most points in five minutes. For details, call 636-2672. Open Invitational Soccer Tournament June 9–14 Camp Foster Field 1 Register by 1 p.m. on June 2 at the program office on Camp Foster (bldg.5966). This FREE event is open to participants from the following commands: 3rd Mar Div, 3rd MLG, MCB Butler, 1st MAW, Navy Hospital and MCAS Iwakuni. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be e-mailed to each player. For details, call 645-3521. Open Flag Football Tournament June 13–15 Camp Schwab Softball Field 2 Register by 1 p.m. on June 9 at any MCCS fitness center for $95. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be e-mailed to each player. For details, call 625-2654.
classof theweek Absolute Abs
A 30-minute class for conditioning and strengthening the abdominals, spine, pelvis and muscles that run the entire length of the torso. The muscles of the core make it possible to stand upright, control full body movements, transfer energy, shift body weight and move in any direction. These classes are great for everyone from the beginner to the athlete. For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/groupfitness.
singlemarineprogram Golf Clinics at Taiyo
1st and 3rd Fridays of every month, 9–11:00 a.m. Taiyo Golf Club 622-2013 FREE
Volunteer at Color Me Fun Run May 31, 7 a.m. Gunners Fitness Center, Camp Foster 645-3681 FREE
CAMP KINSER | 637-2177
CAMP COURTNEY | 622-6101
Thursday, May 29 Godzilla (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 29 CLOSED Friday, May 30
Friday, May 30 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31 X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 3 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1 Million Dollar Arm (PG) 1 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG-13) 3:30 p.m. Blended (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 2 CLOSED Tuesday, June 3 CLOSED Wednesday, June 4 X-MEN: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
MCAS FUTENMA | 636-3890 Thursday, May 29 CLOSED Friday, May 30 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 4 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Sunday, June 1 Amazing Spider-Man 2 3D (PG 13) 4 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 2 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 CLOSED Wednesday, June 4 CLOSED
CAMP FOSTER | 645-3465 Thursday, May 29 Godzilla 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Friday, May 30
X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) noon X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 3:30 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Blended (PG 13) 10:30 Sunday, June 1
X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 1 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 4:30 p.m. A Haunted House 2 (R) 8 p.m.
X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 9 p.m. Saturday, May 31 Blended (PG 13) 3 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. Sunday, June 1 Blended (PG 13) 3 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. Monday, June 2 Blended (PG 13) 7 p.m. June 3 Tuesday, CLOSED June 4 Wednesday,
X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m.
CAMP HANSEN | 623-4564 Thursday, May 29 Godzilla (PG 13) 7 p.m. Friday, May 30 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 10 p.m. Saturday, May 31 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 2:30 p.m. Blended (PG 13) 6 p.m. June 2 Monday, A Haunted House 2 (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 Blended (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 Neighbors (R) 7 p.m.
CAMP SCHWAB | 625-2338 Thursday, May 29 CLOSED Friday, May 30 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31 X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (PG 13) 6 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1 Blended (PG 13) 4 p.m. X-Men: Days of Future Past (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Monday, June 2 X-Men: Days Of Future Past (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Monday, June 2 Godzilla (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 3 A Haunted House 2 (R) 7 p.m. June 4 Wednesday,
Tuesday, June 3 Neighbors (R) 7 p.m.
Blended (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 4 CLOSED
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com/reeltimetheatres/reeltime-landing.htm.