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November 27, 2014 • mccsokinawa.com
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Nabe For The Winter
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lthough analysts and the sort of people who predict shopping trends forecast a dull Black Friday each year, that doesn’t stop shoppers from spending plenty the day after Thanksgiving. Some love the rush of camping out in front of shops and participating in retail stampedes. Just because you’re on Okinawa doesn’t mean you have to miss out. There are plenty of opportunities to partake in the Black Friday excitement. Start off at Tsunami SCUBA for deep discounts from November 28 to December 31. Save up to 15% on items storewide (excluding booties, classes, educational materials and maintenance services). In addition, enjoy savings of up to 25% on weekend Santa Specials including dive computers and gauges, buoyancy control devices (BCDs), wetsuits, diveskins and more. Check mccsokinawa.com/tsunamiscuba or call 645-4206 for a full listing and dates of the Santa Specials.
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If you’re more partial to terra firma, the Taiyo Golf Club Pro Shop is offering savings of up to 40% on all items in the store. Whether you’re in the market for a new set of irons, a golf bag or the latest apparel, Taiyo Golf Club has it all. Visit mccsokinawa.com/ golf or call 622-2004 for details. But perhaps you’re not at all interested in participating in the consumerism of the holiday season. Maybe instead you’d rather work off that extra serving of bread pudding and gravy. If that’s the case, come to the Black Friday Aerobathon. Unfortunately calories will not be burning off any easier on Black Friday, but you should still try. Get fit with us on November 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Gunners Fitness Center.
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n Japan, winter means partaking in a bubbling bowl of nabe filled to the brim with meats or seafood, vegetables, noodles and broth. The word nabe literally translates to “pot;” however nabe ryori and nabemono refer to “hot pot food.” Nabe began as simple farmers’ winter fare before becoming a national winter favorite. Sukiyaki is probably the most internationally well-known type of nabe ryori. Sukiyaki is sometimes eaten at bōnenkai (end-of-the-year parties). Though fish and pork are used, beef is the main ingredient of sukiyaki. Oden is the most popular type of nabe dish that can be seen bubbling on household stovetops, on street food carts, and in conveniece stores like Family Mart. Shabu-shabu is another popular Japanese nabe dish. Thin slices of beef sirloin are combined with onions, shiitake and enokitake mushrooms, carrots, and occasionally with udon or harusame (cellophane/glass noodles, bean thread noodles, or Chinese vermicelli) and submerged in either boiling water or konbu dashi (kelp broth). Check your local MCCS Tours+ office or MFP-R for tours and programs that can help you experience nabe ryori first hand.
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Customer Appreciation and Cultural Craft Day
lthough Okinawa is a relatively small prefecture, we’ve all embraced the opportunity to learn its substantial history and culture. The workshops offered by MCCS Marine & Family Programs-Resources provide an introductory glance at this colorful tropical island. At these events, we’d like to recognize you, the “customers,” residents, inhabitants and explorers of the island. Customer Appreciation and Cultural Craft Day will be on Camp Kinser MFP-R on December 5 and Camp Courtney MFP-R on December 23, both events will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come to make Christmas ball ornaments with washi paper. There will also be a letter to Santa and Christmas card station. All supplies are provided. During the cultural crafts, our transi-
tion and financial specialists will be available for questions. There will be a free veggie tray, brownies and cupcakes for the service members and their families.
mccsevents&happenings Resume Writing December 1, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-3151 FREE
LINKS for Spouses December 3, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689 FREE
Hearts Apart December 5, 9:30–11:30 a.m. MCFTB, Camp Foster 645-3689 FREE
Smooth Move December 1, 8 a.m.–noon Community Center, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Ace the Interview December 4, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Schwab 645-3151 FREE
Healthy Thinking Group Wednesdays, 9–11 a.m. Behavioral Health, Camp Foster 645-2915 FREE
Career Assessment December 2, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP-R, Camp Kinser 645-3151 FREE
Grocery Tour December 4, 9–11 a.m. Commissary, Camp Foster 645-2104 FREE
Women's Empowerment Thursdays, 2–4 p.m. Behavioral Health, Camp Schwab 645-2915 FREE
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First Tuesdays of the month 10–11 a.m. Join us for family interaction and collaboration as we welcome new EFMP families. EFMP 645-9237
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December 12 6 p.m.–midnight Enjoy free hors d’oeuvres from 6–8 p.m. and get to know your fellow spouses. Hashmarks 622-9583
January 5–February 27 Register by January 4 This high-intensity, eight-week boot camp will make keeping that New Years Resolution a bit easier. MCCS Health Promotion 645-3910
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Urchin for Dinner
I Go straight, then turn left/ right. Massugu itte kudasai. Soshite, hidari/migi ni magatte kudasai For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs–Resources at 645-2104/2106.
f you’re a newcomer to Okinawa, eating sea urchin is something you may not have considered. The roe of the strange beast is found in sushi and many cuisines of the world. Sea urchin roe is more frequently called “uni” and is actually not roe at all—it is the organs that produce the roe. In other words, it’s the gonads. Although uni is often referred to as erizo de mar in other countries such as Korea and Chile, the manner in which this delicacy is consumed remains the same: raw. Apart from domestic consumption, Chile and a
number of other countries import sea urchin from Japan in order to meet its demand. Although uni is considered to be an acquired taste, it continues to be in high demand around the world, which is reflected in its price. Gathering uni from a sea urchin requires an intense process that dissects each of the five lobes in the urchin. Harvesting is a delicate procedure with obstacles that constantly threaten the consistency of the meat. Uni ranges in color from rich gold to pale yellow with a creamy texture.
When shopping for fresh uni, you should look for the brightest coloring. Bright yellow is ideal, but bright orange is equally as good. The pieces should be firm and well preserved. With its sweet, light and somewhat salty flavor, uni can be found in nigiri sushi or as sashimi, and is also served with raw quail egg. Aside from being served in traditional sushi, other variations of uni include uni tempura, uni custard and numerous other appetizers. It can also be used in a variety of flavored sauces.
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off-base events get out and explore.
Okinawa International Carnival November 29–30, noon–9 p.m. Koza Gate 2 Street, Okinawa City FREE C-1 Okinawa Food Battle November 29–30, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Chatan Baseball field, Chatan Town FREE New Downtown Naha Art Market November 29–30 10–6 p.m. Shintoshin, Naha City FREE
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adventure begins here. Sub‐ship (ORCA)& Lunch Buffet at Port Hotel December 6, 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Adults $53, Children (6–12), $41 (3–5) $11, (under 3) FREE View the waters of Okinawa from the comfort of a Orca Sub-Ship. Afterwards, have a lunch at The Port Hotel and spend the afternoon shopping at Kokusai Street.*
Pineapple Park & Neo Park December 7, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $26; Children (3–11) $13, (under 3) FREE Visit Neo Park where you can feed birds, monkeys, llamas and other animals. After lunch enjoy the rest of Pineapple Park.*
Kanna Thalasso Spa December 8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Adults $ 37, Children (3–12) $27, (under 3) FREE Relax in hot and cold sea water. Appointments are required for an optional massage. Ask for prices.*
Battle Sites Tour December 6, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $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 Peace Prayer Park.*
Expo Park & Aquarium December 7, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adults $37, Children (16–17) $32, (12–15) $26, (6–11) $22, (under 6) FREE Head to Expo Park where you can visit Okinawa’s four-story Churaumi Aquarium,watch a free dolphin show, visit an Okinawan Village or relax on Emerald Beach.*
Naha City Tour December 11, 9:00am‐3:00pm Adults $20, Children (4–11) $13, (under 3) FREE See the “shrine on the waves”, Naminoue Shrine. Explore enchanting Fukushuen garden, and bring yen to feed the carp. Then it is on to the hustle and bustle of the fish market.
*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
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Test your courage on the Zip Slide ride, the Amazon Rope Bridge, the Tibetan Bridge and many other exciting courses. Take a tour with MCCS or book a trip on your own. Visit foret-aventure.jp/eng or mccsokinawa.com/tours.
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spotlight
Unplugged: Battle of the Bands
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f you’ve always thought your band had the goods then it’s time to prove it to Okinawa. Unplugged is a music competition open to all SOFA status performers group or solo, and any genre of music. First and second place winners will have the opportunity to perform at an MCCS festival in front of thousands of people and win cash prizes. To enter, send an email to mccsentertainment@okinawa.usmcmccs.org with your group’s name or your stage name, contact informa-
tion, group member’s names and roles, photos and other publicity materials. Contestants must prepare two songs, either one cover and one original or two covers (neither song exceeding five minutes). Instruments will not be provided. The showdown will take place on Saturday, January 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ocean Breeze on Camp Foster. Don’t miss your chance. Visit mccsokinawa.com/entertainment for details.
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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
Southern Commander’s Cup Racquetball Tournament December 5–7 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register by 1 p.m. on December 1 at MCCS fitness centers on Camps Foster, MCAS Futenma and Kinser. This event is open to participants aboard Camps Foster, Kinser and MCAS Futenma. Awards will be given to first and second place teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be e-mailed to each coach. Details: 645-4866/3985. Northern Commander’s Cup Racquetball Tournament December 5–7 Camp Schwab Power Dome Register by 1 p.m. on December 1 at MCCS fitness centers on Camps Schwab, Courtney and Hansen. This event is open to participants aboard Camps Schwab, Courtney and Hansen. Awards will be given to first and second place teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be emailed to each coach. Details: 625-2654. Courtney Fest 3-Point Shoot Out December 6 Camp Courtney Commissary Parade Deck Register by 1 p.m. at any MCCS fitness center on December 1 or onsite 2:30–3:30 p.m. This FREE event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers. Details: 622-7297/9221. Courtney Fest Cornhole Competition December 6 Camp Courtney Commissary Parade Deck Register by 1 p.m. at any MCCS fitness center on December 1 or onsite 4:30–5:30 p.m. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place finishers. Details: 622-7297/9221.
CAMP KINSER | 637-2177
CAMP COURTNEY | 622-6101
Thursday, November 27 The Penguins of Madagascar 3D (PG) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 27 CLOSED
Friday, November 28 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 29 Interstellar (PG 13) 3 p.m. The Penguins of Madagascar 3D (PG) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, November 30 Dumb and Dumber To (PG 13) 1 p.m. The Penguins of Madagascar (PG) 3:30 p.m. Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6:30 p.m. Monday, December 1 CLOSED Tuesday, December 2 CLOSED
MCAS FUTENMA | 636-3890 Thursday, November 27 CLOSED Friday, November 28 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 29 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 4 p.m. The Hunger Games: MockingJay Part 1 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Sunday, November 30 Nightcrawler (R) 4 p.m. Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 7 p.m. Monday, December 1 The Best of Me (PG 13) 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 2 CLOSED Wednesday, December 3 CLOSED
classoftheweek Aqua Zumba Known as the zumba “pool party,” Aqua Zumba gives new meaning to an invigorating workout. Integrating zumba with aqua fitness, this class blends it into a safe and challenging workout that’s cardioconditioning, body-toning, and exhilarating. http://www.mccsokinawa.com/groupfitness/
weeklyhealthtip Can you blame your metabolism for your weight? Not really. A number of studies prove that, while differences in individual metabolism do exist, they are minor—5% to 8%. To put this into caloric terms, that is roughly 200 calories, or two tablespoons of peanut butter, one Pop Tart, or a half-slice of pizza.
CAMP FOSTER | 645-3465 Thursday, November 27 The Book of Life (PG) 1 p.m., 4 p.m. (3D) The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Friday, November 28 The Book of Life (PG) 3 p.m. The Penguins of Madagascar (PG) 6 p.m. Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 9 p.m. Saturday November 29 The Penguins Of Madagascar (PG) noon (3D), 3 p.m. Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m.
Friday, November 28 Horrible Bosses (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m. Saturday, November 29 The Penguins Of Madagascar (PG) 3 p.m. (3D) The Good Lie (PG 13) 6 p. m. Sunday, November 30 The Penguins Of Madagascar (PG) 3 p.m. Horrible Bosses (R) 6 p.m.
CAMP HANSEN | 623-4564 Thursday, November 27 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m. Gone Girl (R) 9:30 p.m. Friday November 28 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 29 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m. Dumb and Dumber To (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, November 30 Gone Girl (R) 3:30 p.m. Horrible Bosses (R) 7 p.m.
CAMP SCHWAB | 625-2338 Thursday, November 27 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m., 9 p.m. Friday, November 28 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m. Gone Girl (R) 9 p.m. Saturday, November 29 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 6 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (PG 13) 9 p.m. Sunday, November 30 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 4 p.m. Gone Girl (R) 7 p.m. Monday, December 1 The Hunger Games: Mocking Jay Part 1 (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 2 Gone Girl (R) 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 3 CLOSED
Sunday, November 30 The Penguins Of Madagascar (PG) 1 p.m. (3D), 4 p.m. Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 7 p.m. Monday, December 1 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 2 Horrible Bosses 2 (R) 7 p.m Wednesday, December 3 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Movie schedule is subject to change. Contact your local theater for schedules.