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okinawalivingweekly Delve into a Shopper’s Paradise
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Fruit for sale at Heiwa Dori’s Mashiki Market.
eiwa Dori is a covered shopping arcade that can be accessed from the Starbucks intersection on Kokusai Street in Naha. No matter what you are looking for, you are almost certain to find it here. The shopping arcade includes Mashiki Market, where you can find fresh produce and seafood along with other Okinawan favorites like sata andagi (Okinawan donuts) and yaki imo (roasted sweet potato). Visitors
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can even pick a fish from the market downstairs and have it sent upstairs to be cooked by one of the many restaurants on the second floor. Elsewhere in the market, shoppers can find a 100 yen store, clothing (from yukata and jinbei to casual wear), dishes, insect pets, shisa and more. Heiwa Dori is a shopper’s paradise that is worthy of exploration on any afternoon, rain or shine.
Living at Large: Summer Jr. Golf Clinics | 3 Culture Corner: Soccer on Okinawa | 5 Japanese Phrase of the Week | 5 Off Base Events: Get Out and Explore | 7
re you seeking employment or transitioning out of the military? The Transition Assistance Management Program (TAMP) provides career and job search assistance, occupational guidance and transition information to separating and retiring service members and their families at Marine & Family Programs–Resources centers on Camps Kinser, Foster, Courtney, Hansen and Schwab. Each office provides workshops to assist with resume preparation, interview skills and access to free career resources. The TAMP program is designed to help both spouses and active duty service members with the challenges of finding employment through a series of workshops, including Career Assessment, Social Network Your Way to a Job, Resume Writing, Federal Government Employment Process, Ace the Interview and more. Participants may take one or all of the offered classes. For details or to register for a workshop, please call 645-3151 or 098-970-3151, or visit mccsokinawa.com/mfp-r.
Photo of the Week | 7 Spotlight: Positive Parenting Program | 9 Movie Schedule | 11 SMP Events | 11
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Summer Junior Golf Clinics
he summer has arrived on Okinawa. With longer daylight hours, warmer weather and no school, it’s the perfect time to introduce your child to golf. The best way to familiarize children to the game is to enroll them into a good golf program that not only teaches but also inspires confidence on and off the course. This summer, Taiyo Golf Club is offering $30 junior golf clinics for children and teens. Topics to be covered include chipping, putting, full swing application and course etiquette. Summer Junior Golf Clinics are offered for two different age categories: 5 to 9 from 8 to 10 a.m. and
10 to 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. Sessions run July 8 to 11, July 22 to 25 and August 5 to 8, and are open to all
DoD ID card holders within the age limits. Call Taiyo Golf Club at 622-2004/2006 for details.
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mccsevents&happenings Basic Origami Class July 7, 6 p.m. Library, Camp Foster 645-7178 FREE
Four Lenses Workshop July 11, 8:30–11:30 a.m. MFP–R, Camp Kinser 645-2104 FREE
School Age StoryTime (6–9 years old) Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Library, Camp Foster 645-7178 FREE
Federal Resume Writing Workshop July 8, 1–4 p.m. MFP–R, Camp Courtney 645-3151 FREE
Premarital Seminar July 11, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Ocean Breeze, Camp Foster 645-3689 FREE
Chalk & Awe Pool Tournament Tuesdays, 7 p.m. BeachHead, Camp Schwab 625-2053 FREE
Essential Tagalog Class July 9, 6 p.m. Library, MCAS Futenma 636-3946 FREE
Lapsit Program Mondays , 10 a.m. Library, Camp Kinser 637-1039 FREE
We Make Okinawa Home
Other FREE Media:
Channel 15 & 118
Nacho Average Wednesday Wednesdays Thirsty's Lounge, MCAS Futenma 636-3046
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Camp Courtney
July 5 & 6 Noon–3:00 p.m. Turn unwanted items into ca$h. For a full schedule, visit mccsokinawa.com/fleamarket. Special Events 645-5829
July 9-11 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Join your kids for three days of activities designed to enhance motor and social skills, sensory integration and confidence. Registration required. EFMP 645-9237
Flea Market
Camps Schwab, Hansen & Courtney
Pool Splash Bash
July 4 Enjoy an afternoon of fun events, activities, games, free food and music at the pool. mccsokinawa.com/aquatics
Fun in the Sun
Various Camps
Bowling Reservations
Host a unit function at the lanes. Call your local MCCS Bowling Center for details and to make reservations. Foster Bowling Center 645-7205
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japanese phrase
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Soccer on Okinawa
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Eigo no menyu wa arimasu ka? Do you have an English menu? For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs–Resources at 645-2104/2106.
orld Cup fever is heating up and even though the games are being played halfway around the world while most of us are asleep, you can still enjoy a good game of soccer right here on Okinawa. FC Ryukyu is Okinawa’s very own soccer team and they play on weekends against other teams in the Japan Football League. FC Ryukyu games are a thrilling event, with an audience that is a mixture of die-hard fans, Americans and locals who are just looking for an afternoon of sport. Tickets are inexpensive and
can be purchased at Lawson’s, Family Mart or at the stadium on game day. Home games are played at one of two stadiums, either at the Okinawa City Athletic Field or the Okinawa Prefectural Sports Park Athletic Stadium in Comprehensive Park. The team’s slogan is “do our best,” where BEST stands for blood, energy, sweat and tears. The team color is a deep red, for the fighting spirit that burns brightly in Ryukyu culture and tradition, as well as to represent the red of Shuri Castle. The team emblem
is a crown, to symbolize the proud history of the Ryukyu Kingdom, and two shisa lions. The open-mouthed lion attracts victory while the closed-mouth lion keeps victory. These symbols are held up by a field of eleven stripes— one for each member of the team on the field. Immerse yourself in the strong tradition of Okinawan sports and cheer on FC Ryukyu at an upcoming game. By Lisa Leung Indelicato
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off-base events get out and explore.
Chatan Sea Port Festival July 5 & 6, 10 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Sunset Beach, Chatan FREE Moon Beach Luau July 5 & 6, 9:45 a.m. Moon Beach Hotel, Onna Village FREE Manza Hâri Festival (Dragon Boat Races) July 6, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Manza Beach Resort Hotel, Onna Village FREE (Parking: ¥500 per car)
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adventure begins here. Sunset BBQ Dinner Cruise July 11, 4–8:30 pm Adults $63, Children (6–12) $56, (3–5) $31, (under 3) Free *no meal Enjoy a beautiful Okinawan sunset and a delicious BBQ dinner (yakiniku style) from the open-air upper deck.
Pizza in the Sky & Nakijin Castle Ruins July 12, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $ 23, Children (3–11) $16, (under 3) Free Overlook the beautiful ocean as you enjoy a delicious meal of pizza and salad. Afterwards, stop by the Nakijin Castle ruins to learn the history of the Ryukyu Islands. Finally, stop by Kyoda Michi-no-Eki where you’ll be able to purchase local vegetables and foods.
Spelunking Tour July 19, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Adult $40, Children (6‐11) $33 Explore Gyokusendo cave at Okinawa World. The water can come as high as chest level and there may be tight, narrow spaces to maneuver. Note: Participants must be agile and flexible. Longsleeved shirts, pants, cotton gloves and sneakers or water shoes are required.*
Battle Sites Tour July 12, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $28, Children (4–11) $18, (under 4) Free Visit the Battle of Okinawa Historical Collection on Camp Kinser then relive the battle with a history lesson. Explore the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters and end the day at Peace Prayer Park.
Okinawa West Coast July 13, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Adult $34, Children (3–11) $24, (under 3) Free Visit Cape Manzamo, one of the most beautiful spots on Okinawa. Afterwards, visit Okinawa Beer Garden for a delicious lunch buffet. Last stop will be at the Okinawa Sweets Factory where you can samples sweets while overlooking the beautiful East China Sea.
Kouri Island & Grape Farm July 19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Adult $ 23, Children (3–12) $16, (under 3) Free Visit one of the beautiful islands of Okinawa, Kouri Island. It is located in northern Okinawa where you can relax at the white sandy beach. Afterwards, stop by at a vineyard to pick some sweet and fresh grapes.
*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
photooftheweek Thomas Alan Smilie
The Southeast Botanical Gardens is home to over 30,000 specimens of 1,300 species of plants for you to enjoy. To reach the gardens, drive north on Route 330 and turn left onto Route 329. Make a left onto Route 26 and follow the signs for the Southeast Botanical Gardens.
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spotlight
Positive Parenting Seminar
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arenting is no easy task. There are no instruction manuals or foolproof ways to raise your child to become a great person. But a parent can at least try. Throughout the years of trying to analyze the reason why our kids are what they are, we’ve developed all sorts of ways to raise a child the most ideal way. One way that we can guide our children to be respectable adults is through positivity. The Behavioral Health Family Advocacy Program is offering a Positive Parenting Program for parents of chil-
dren aged 12 and under. Topics will include creating a safe, positive and engaging learning environment, using assertive discipline and having reasonable expectations. Through this class you will learn how to convey to your children the importance of showing respect to others, being considerate, having good communication skills, independence and a healthy self-esteem. For dates, times and full class details call 645-2915 or visit mccsokinawa.com/behavioralhealth.
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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 Basketball Tournament July 11–13 Futenma Semper Fit Gym, MCAS Futenma Register by 1 p.m. on July 7 at any MCCS fitness center on Camps Foster, Kinser or MCAS Futenma. This FREE event is open to participants on Camps Foster, Kinser and MCAS Futenma. Awards will be given to first and second place teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be emailed to each player. For details, call 636-2672. Northern Commander’s Cup Basketball Tournament July 11–13 Camp Schwab Fitness Center, Camp Schwab Register by 1 p.m. on July 7 at any MCCS fitness center on Camps Courtney, Hansen or Schwab. This FREE event is open to participants aboard Camps Courtney, Hansen and Schwab. Awards will be given to first and second place teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws will be emailed to each player. For details, call 625-2654.
CAMP KINSER | 637-2177
CAMP COURTNEY | 622-6101
Thursday, July 3 Think Like a Man Too (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 3 CLOSED
Friday, July 4 Tammy (R) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 4 Earth to Echo (PG) 6 p.m. Tammy (R) 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 5 Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Tammy (R) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 6 Earth to Echo (PG) 1 p.m. Think Like a Man Too (PG 13) 3:30 p.m. Tammy (R) 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 7 CLOSED Tuesday, July 8 CLOSED
Saturday, July 5 Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Jersey Boys (R) 6 p.m. Sunday, July 6 Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Tammy (R) 6 p.m. Monday, July 7 Transformers: Age of Extinction 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8 CLOSED
Wednesday, July 9 A Million Ways to Die in the West (R) 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9 Earth to Echo (PG) 2 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Open 6-on-6 Soccer Tournament Jully 11–13 Courtney Bowl, Camp Courtney Register by 1 p.m. on July 7 at any MCCS fitness center for $80 per team. 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 coach. For details, call 622-7297.
MCAS FUTENMA | 636-3890
CAMP HANSEN | 623-4564
Thursday, July 3 CLOSED
Thursday, July 3 Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Open Flag Football Tournament July 11–13 DoDDS Field, Camp Kinser Register by 1 p.m. on July 7 at any MCCS fitness center for $95 per team. 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 637-1869.
Sunday, July 6 Earth to Echo (PG) 4 p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m.
*Attendance is required for participation.
classof theweek Warrior Training
This class focuses on building a body capable of doing real life activities in real life positions. It teaches all the muscles to work together through a variety of different planes of movement. It develops and improves core strength, speed, agility and balance. This is an outdoor class (rain or shine). For a full class schedule, visit schedule mccsokinawa.com/wellness.
singlemarineprogram Golf Clinics at Taiyo 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month 9 a.m.–11 a.m. Taiyo Golf Club 645-3681 FREE
Friday, July 4 Tammy (R) 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 5 22 Jump Street (R) 4 p.m. Tammy (R) 7 p.m.
Monday, July 7 Transformers: Age of Extinction 3D (PG 13) 6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 4 Tammy (R) 6:30 p.m. Tammy (R) 10 p.m. Saturday, July 5 Tammy (R) 6 p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 6 Earth to Echo (PG) 2:30 p.m. Tammy (R) 6 p.m. Monday, July 7 22 Jump Street (R) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 8 CLOSED
Tuesday, July 8 CLOSED
Wednesday, July 9
CLOSED
Wednesday, July 9 Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 7 p.m.
CAMP FOSTER | 645-3465
CAMP SCHWAB | 625-2338
Thursday, July 3 Maleficent (PG) 3 p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction 3D (PG 13) 7 p.m.
Thursday, July 3 Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 6 p.m.
Friday, July 4 Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 6 p.m. Tammy (R) 10 p.m. Saturday, July 5 Earth to Echo (PG) noon Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Tammy (R) 6 p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 9 p.m. Sunday, July 6 Earth to Echo (PG) 1 p.m. Transformers: Age of Extinction 3D (PG 13) 4 p.m. Tammy (R) 8 p.m. Monday, July 7 Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Godzilla (PG 13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8 Earth to Echo (PG) 3 p.m. Tammy (R) 7 p.m.
Friday, July 4 Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 6 p.m. Tammy (R) 10:00 p.m. Saturday, July 5 Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG 13) 6 p.m. Tammy (R) 10:00 p.m. Sunday, July 6 Earth to Echo (PG) 4 p.m. Tammy (R) 7 p.m. Monday, July 07 Transformers: Age of Extinction (PG-13) 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 08 A Million Ways to Die in the West (R) 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 09 CLOSED
Wednesday, July 09 How to Train Your Dragon 2 3D (PG) 3 p.m. Tammy (R) 7 p.m.
Movie schedule is subject to change. For the latest updates visit shopmyexchange.com/reeltimetheatres/reeltime-landing.htm.