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okinawalivingweekly Winter Fun on Okinawa
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inter is approaching on Okinawa. The temperature is dropping, the humidity is fading and people are reaching for their jackets. However, winter in Okinawa tends to feel like a mild, tropical fall for many. Although the temperature may never get down to freezing and you may never see a snowflake tumble onto the ground, it doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on winter activities. Southern Hill Sports World has the perfect solution for anyone searching for a family adventure or just looking to do something different. The ice rink can get very cold, so make sure to pack your long johns, beanie, a pair of gloves (mandatory) and prepare yourself for a day of fun on the ice. Southern Hill Sports World also offers activities such as batting cages, a bedrock sauna, karaoke, bowling, a pool hall, table tennis and an izakaya,
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where you can fill up on warm grub after a day of playing. The bedrock sauna is perfect for those who don’t enjoy the cold. With so many things to do, you can bring the whole family and everyone will enjoy themselves. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t know how to ice skate! Southern Hill Sports World offers iceskating lessons to help you learn. The classes are available for all age and skill levels. There is also the opportunity to rent out the entire ice rink for one to two hours, which could be ideal for a birthday party, unit event, or even ice hockey games. The possibilities for fun are endless, so grab the family or some friends and get going! Contact your local Tours+ office for tours (see p. 7 for one coming up November 29) and discounted tickets or visit mccsokinawa.com.tours.
Living at Large: Thanksgiving Family Fun Nights| 3 Culture Corner: Agu Pork | 5 Japanese Phrase of the Week | 5 Off Base Events: Kanucha Resort Stardust Fantasia | 7
itchen multitasking isn’t the easiest of endeavors, especially during the holidays. Even the lightest to-do list includes cleaning and prepping a turkey, chopping up ingredients for stuffing, mashing potatoes and making pie crusts. Somewhere in the middle of it all, you have to maintain your sanity. Simplify the process by letting MCCS do all the work. For those ready to yield all kitchen duties, opt for one of the five full packages, all of which include your choice of turkey or ham with sides including herb-seasoned bread stuffing, mashed potatoes, candied yams, seasoned green beans, turkey gravy and your choice of pumpkin, pecan, apple or cherry pie. Holiday Meals-to-Go will be on sale November 19 through December 26. Please order at least 5 days in advance. To order, please contact the club where the packages will be picked up. For more information, visit mccsokinawa.com/clubs.
Photo of the Week | 7 Spotlight: Thanksgiving with MCCS | 9 Movie Schedule | 11 Class of the Week: Night Club Cardio | 11
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Thanksgiving Family Fun Nights
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his is the season where family is most cherished. No matter how or where you spend the holidays, being with your loved ones is what matters most. Events like Family Fun Night make it effortless to spend time with our families while other people take care of the logistics. Enjoy Thanksgiving celebrations at Tengan Castle on Camp Courtney tonight or the Veranda inside the Ocean Breeze on November 25. Both events will feature a traditional holiday feast along with family-friendly games, music and crafts. Both events are held from 5 to 9 p.m. You will have a chance to win an overnight stay at Moon Ocean
Ginowan Hotel and Residence as well as some toys from Mattel. Adults are $7.95, Children ages 5
to 11 are $3.95, and children under 5 are FREE. For more information, call your preferred club.
mccsevents&happenings Ace the Interview November 23, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Kinser 645-2104
Sponsorship Workshop November 24, 9–11 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Hansen 645-2104
Money Management Workshop November 25, 8–11 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-2104
Survival Japanese Language Class November 23 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-2104
Credit Report and Credit Score Analysis November 24, noon–2 p.m. MFP-R, MCAS Futenma 645-2104
Personal Readiness Seminar November 25, 7:15–noon Education Center, Camp Kinser 637-3325
Leadership Scholar Program November 24, 2:30 p.m. Education Centers, Camps Foster, Kinser, MCAS Futenma 645-3486
Federal Resume Writing November 30, 1– 4 p.m. MFP-R, Camp Foster 645-2104
Leadership Scholar Program November 23, 2:30 p.m. Education Centers, Camps Courtney, Hansen & Schwab 645-3486
Questions? Comments? Please e-mail OLW@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org To advertise in Okinawa Living Weekly, call 645-2245, fax 645-0975, or email sales@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. MCCS is not responsible for designing and editing outside ads. No Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps or Marine Corps Community Services endorsement of commercial advertisers or sponsors implied. This publication printed with
Various Camps
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November 25 Active duty Marines and Sailors can enjoy FREE stall rentals at Typhoon Motors. mccsokinawa.com/typhoonmotors
November 21, 2–6 p.m. Come decorate cornucopias, create leaf art, compete in a pumpkin pie eating contest and more! Open to all teens ages 13 to 18. mccsokinawa.com/youthandteen
FREE Stall Rentals
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Fall Harvest Festival
Camp Foster
Black Friday Aerobathon
November 27, 8 a.m.–noon Work off those holiday calories with four fitness classes: nightclub cardio, body blast, cycle and yoga. mccsokinawa.com/wellness
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Red Barn Country Kitchen Chicken that’s just…delightful! mccsokinawa.com/clubs
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Kyo wa ii tenki desu ne. The weather’s nice today, isn’t it.
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs– Resources at 645-2104/2106.
kinawans are the longest living people on earth. Many credit their longevity to their lifestyle. So what are they doing differently from everyone else? For one, they’re eating some of the healthiest foods on the planet. Okinawans incorporate a variety of foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Whether you have lived here for decades or are new to the island, you know that the local cuisine is rarely comprised of only vegetables. One food that you may not associate with a typical healthy diet that is a staple in Okinawan meals is pork. Okinawan cuisine uses a combination of hearty vegetables, rice, noodles, meat and fish. Some of the highest quality pork is available on this island, but among the variety, agu pork is most famous. Why? You can sum it up in one word: quality. Agu pork’s rich, savory flavor can
Agu Pork
be credited to its careful upbringing. The Agu is raised in Northern Okinawa, surrounded by placid mountains and natural fresh water. Their feed is a unique blend of seaweed and garlic. Every element
of their upbringing is to ensure the quality of meat is maintained at a high level. This meat can be cooked any way, but the most popular way to enjoy Agu pork are shabu-shabu, yakiniku or sukiyaki.
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off-base events get out and explore.
Kanucha Resort Stardust Fantasia November 19–Feburary 28 Kanucha Resort Hotel Nago City ¥3,000 per car Island’s Fair November 21–23 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Onoyama Park Naha City FREE Tsuboya pottery Festival November 21–23 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tsuboya Elementary School Athletic Field, Naha City FREE
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adventure begins here. Neo Park & Pineapple Park* November 23, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $26, Children (3–11) $16, (under 3) FREE Visit Neo Park where you can feed birds of all sizes, monkeys, llamas and other animals. After lunch enjoy the rest of the tour at Pineapple Park.
Forest Adventure* November 28, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adult $49, Children (7–17) $34 Test your courage on the Zip Slide ride, the Amazon Rope Bridge, the Tibetan Bridge or any of the other exciting courses.
Battle Sites Tour* December 5, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adult $28, Children (3–11) $18, (under 3) FREE Visit the Battle of Okinawa Historical Society’s museum on Camp Kinser. Explore the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters and end the day at Peace Prayer Park.
Okinawa Marriott Resort Thanksgiving Lunch Buffet* November 27, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Adults $35, Children (6–12) $22, (under 6) FREE* Join us for a Thanksgiving Lunch Buffet at the Marriott Resort. Enjoy some of your Thanksgiving favorites like roasted turkey, pumpkin soup or mashed potatoes.
Ice Skating* November 29, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $35, Children (13–17) $32, (7–12) $26, (3–6) $22, (under 3) FREE More than just an ice skating rink, Southern Hill Sports World offers batting cages, a bowling alley, video games and more.
Ocean Expo Park & Churami Aquarium* December 5, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adult $37, Children (16–17) $32, (12– 15) $26, (6–11) $22, (under 6) FREE Head to Ocean Expo Park where you can visit Okinawa’s four-story Churaumi Aquarium and watch a free dolphin show, visit an Okinawan Village or relax on Emerald 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 637-2744 | U.S. Naval Hospital 646-7013
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Tucked away next to the Churaumi Aquarium at Ocean Expo Park is a reproduction of a native Okinawan village. Get a glimpse of how people lived during the Ryukyu Kingdom era and view what the homes and places of worship looked like between the 17th and 19th centuries.
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Celebrate Thanksgiving with MCCS
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oin MCCS on November 26 for a delectable all-you-can-eat traditional Thanksgiving buffet. Get your fill of Thanksgiving delights from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Surfside on Camp Kinser, or 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tengan Castle on Camp Courtney or the Butler Officers’ Club on Plaza Housing. Visit Camp Hansen from noon to 4 p.m. for a feast at The Palms. Enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at the Habu Pit on MCAS Futenma
or Ocean Breeze Veranda on Camp Foster. These dinner buffets will last from 5 to 9 p.m. BeachHead at Camp Schwab is also offering a dinner buffet from 4 to 8 p.m. This year, you don’t have to do anything for Thanksgiving dinner except drive to your nearest participating MCCS Club and enjoy. For more information, visit mccsokinawa.com/ clubs or MCCS Okinawa Clubs & Restaurants on Facebook.
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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
Open Softball Tournament December 4–6 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on November 30 for $95. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. Tournament brackets and rules will be e-mailed to each player. Details: 645-3003/4866.
Schwab Power Dome 625-2654/2442 Taiyo Golf Club 622-2004 Tsunami SCUBA 645-9500 Youth Sports 645-3533/3534
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Commander’s Cup Racquetball Tournament December 4–6 Camp Kinser Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center on Camps Foster, Kinser, or MCAS Futenma by 1 p.m. on November 30. This FREE event is open to participants on Camps Foster and Kinser, and MCAS Futenma. Awards will be given to first and second place winners. Tournament brackets and rules will be emailed to each player. Details: 637-1869.
Open Basketball Competition December 11–12 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register at any MCCS fitness center by 1 p.m. on November 30 for $95. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. Tournament brackets and rules will be e-mailed to each player. Details: 645-3003/4866.
Night Club Cardio
This great cardio dance class features music ranging from hip hop, rock, rap, dance, techno, pop and the list goes on! Dancing skills are not necessary.
movieschedule Camp Kinser
Camp Foster
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Thursday, November 19 CLOSED
Thursday, November 19 The 33 (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Thursday, November 19 CLOSED
Friday, November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6 p.m., 9:45 p.m.
Friday, November 20 The Night Before (R) 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 8:30 p.m.
MCAS Futenma
Thursday, November 19 The 33 (PG 13) 7 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 12:10 a.m. Friday, November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6 p.m., 12:30 a.m. The Night Before (R) 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 21 The Peanuts Movie (G) noon (3D) The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 3 p.m., 6:30 p.m. The Night Before (R) 10 p.m., 1 a.m. Sunday, November 22 The Peanuts Movie (G) 1 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 4 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Monday, November 23 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 24 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 25 Victor Frankenstein (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Thursday, November 19 CLOSED
Camp Courtney
Friday, November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 21 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 3 p.m. The Night Before (R) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, November 22 The Peanuts Movie (G) 1 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. The Night Before (R) 6:30 p.m. Monday, November 23 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 24 The Night Before (R) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 25 CLOSED
Friday, November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 21 The Night Before (R) 4 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Sunday, November 22 The Night Before (R) 4 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, November 23 The Night Before (R) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 24 CLOSED Wednesday, November 25 CLOSED
Thursday, November 19 CLOSED Friday, November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6 p.m., 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 21 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 3 p.m., 6:30 p.m. Sunday, November 22 The Night Before (R) 3 p.m. The Intern (PG 13) 6 p.m. Monday, November 23 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 24 CLOSED Wednesday, November 25 The Good Dinosaur (PG) 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 21 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 4 p.m. The Night Before (R) 7:45 p.m. Sunday, November 22 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 3 p.m. The Night Before (R) 6:45 p.m. Monday, November 23 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 24 The 33 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 25 Creed (R) 7 p.m.
Camp Schwab Thursday, November 19 CLOSED Friday, November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6 p.m., 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 21 The Night Before (R) 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 9 p.m. Sunday, November 22 The Night Before (R) 4 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Monday, November 23 CLOSED Tuesday, November 24 CLOSED Wednesday, November 25 Victor Frankenstein (PG 13) 6 p.m. Creed (PG 13) 9 p.m.
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com.
Saturday, November 21 The Night Before (R) 4 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, November 22 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2 (PG 13) 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Monday, November 23 CLOSED Tuesday, November 24 CLOSED Wednesday, November 25 CLOSED