February 2011 | Happenings | MCCS SC by MCCS South Carolina

FEBRUARY 2011

Valentine’s Dinner

ALSO in this issue... • 2011 Air Show • FCC Provider Profile • MCFTB • Career Resources • and much more!

Check us out online for updates on MCCS activities and join in the conversation at: facebook.com/mccs.sc

We would like to thank New River Auto Mall and Navy Federal Credit Union for their sponsorship of MCCS events and activities. The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Marine Corps neither endorse nor favor any commercial supplier, product, or service.

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TOP STORIES Performers

Early-bird discounts available Prices increase on March 1st

While general admission is free, premium seating options include grand stand seating, an exclusive chalet, a beer garden and more. Seating options, descriptions and pricing can be found at

www.beaufortairshow.com/tickets

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MCCS HAPPENINGS

COVER STORIES

Valentine’s Dinner At Traditions (MCRD) and The Officers’ Club (MCAS) $30.00 per person

The Officers’ Club Menu Mixed Seafood Cocktail Smoked Salmon Rosettes, Blue Crab Claws, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Remoulade & Cocktail Sauce

Alcoholic drinks and gratuity not included Dinner reservations from 1800 to 2030 11 February deadline for reservations

Shaved Baby Romaine salad Tossed With Grande Manier Marinated Blood Oranges, Candied Pecans, Gorgonzola Crumbles and citrus vinaigrette

Purchase tickets at either club or for more information call:

Petit Grilled Filet Mignon & Deep Fried Lobster Ravioli Topped with Cheron sauce (Tomato Hollandaise) Served with Rosemary Roasted Peruvian Potatoes & Assorted Baby Vegetable Sauté

228-7600 (The Officers’ Club) or 228-1559 (Traditions)

Crème Brule

Traditions’ Menu Shrimp Cocktail with twin dipping sauces

LIVE ENTERTAIMENT

Baby Iceberg Lettuce Wedge With Crumble Blue Cheese, Bacon and Sliced Red Onions

at both locations

Sliced Tenderloin And Sauteed Chicken Sliced Tenderloin of Beef with an Au Poivre sauce paired with a Sautéed Chicken Breast served on a Roasted Tomato Coulis. Served with Petite Fingerling Potatoes and Sautéed Baby Vegetable Medley

Attire is business casual

Free childcare for ages 5 and below. Parents will need to provide An Array of Decadent Delights a sack dinner and drink. Drop-off begins at 1730. Pick-up time is 2100. Call the MCAS CDC 228-7290 or MCRD CDC 228-3514 for reservation. (Parents are required to fill out an emergency contact form) Free activity for school aged children at both theaters. Includes pizza and PG-rated movie. Drop-off begins at 1730. Pick-up time is 2100. Register online at www.mccs-sc.com/theater. Call 228-1526 for more information. FEBRUARY 2011

MCCS HAPPENINGS

Career Resource Management Center New Location For MCAS CRMC’s Classroom All TAP, Pre-SEP, and VA Medical Record Review for MCAS Beaufort are held in Afterburners, Meeting Rm #124. All other workshops/briefs are held in Trailer 616B behind facilities maintenance. Please call your unit Career Planner or 228-7701/6670 for information.

Behavioral Health Branch Prime for Life On 4 January 2011 the Behavioral Health Prevention and Awareness Program launched a new pilot program designed to train Marines and Sailors on how to better “protect what they value”. Every “new join” from H&HS squadron who falls in the high risk age group of 18-25, will go through a “welcome aboard” substance abuse prevention program called Prime for Life. This prevention program couples new science and human behavior change theory. This program (PFL) teaches Marines and Sailors that alcohol and other substance abuse is a lifestyle health problem they can control. The 8 hour course will be delivered in an interactive group format and the Marines and Sailors will be encouraged to participate in an online web based survey of their “personal behavioral choices” in their everyday life.

Family Member Employment Assistance Program

tact Veronica Perez, 228-6463, veronica. perez-romer@usmc.mil.

Resume Writing Workshop 17 February| MCAS Beaufort

Interviewing Strategies Workshop 24 February | MCAS Beaufort

Everything you need to create a winning résumé! We’ll cover how to effectively target employers, usage of cover letters and letters of recommendation. For military spouses and family members over 16 years of age. For more information con-

Become interview savvy! Learn techniques on how to answer the toughest interview questions. For military spouses and family members over 16 years of age. For more information contact Veronica Perez, 2286463, veronica.perez-romer@usmc.mil.

EFMP Family Fun Night 11 February, 1630-1730 MCRD BLDG 911

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM

Exceptional family members families are invited to bring the children for a night of fun creating holiday cards for loved ones. Kids will enjoy using their imagination to cut, paint, glue, and bedazzle their gifts for you. Registration is required to attend so please call Sanita Laddie at 228-3849 if interested. Also check out our website (http://www.mccs-sc.com/efmp/) for upcoming events and further details concerning the Exceptional Family Member Program.

Pro-Parents Communication Workshop 17 February, 0800-1200 MCAS BLDG 596, RM 215

Want more information on how to better communicate with your child’s school? If so this is the workshop for you! Come learn letter writing, problem solving, assertiveness, and organizing your child’s information to ensure you are properly communicating your child’s needs. Registration is required to attend so please call Sanita Laddie at 228-3849 if interested. Also check out our website (http://www.mccs-sc.com/efmp/) for upcoming events and further details concerning the Exceptional Family Member Program.

The trained staff in PFL provided the senior leadership and the squadron an overview of the “new join” program. This program will be an added piece of prevention and education that the Behavioral Health staff believes will produce positive “life choices” and a reduction in alcohol related incidents and substance abuse cases. Positive support from all leaders and personal responsibility of those within the PFL program will influence its continued success.

Butterfly Effects: Self Stimulatory Behavior Workshop

For more information on the origin of this new prevention program and how to contact the certified instructors go to: www. mccssc.com/community/counseling.asp

-How the function of self stimulatory behavior can change

Daniel Evans CASAC ICADAC Behavioral Health Prevention and Awareness

Registration is required to attend so please call Sanita Laddie at 228-3849 if interested. Also check out our website (http://www.mccs-sc.com/efmp/) for upcoming events and further details concerning the Exceptional Family Member Program.

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25 February, 1715-1830 MCAS BLDG 596, RM 114

Presented by Butterfly Effects this workshop will cover but not be limited to: -What Self stimulatory behavior looks like (topography) -Different kinds of self stimulatory behavior, and who does it -What is the function of self stimulatory behavior: Why do they do that?

-Strategies for decreasing self stimulatory behavior -Functional replacements for self stimulatory behavior: What can they do instead?

MCCS HAPPENINGS

Relocation Assistance MCAS Beaufort Welcome Aboard: 16 FEB Smooth Move: 15 FEB MCRD Parris Island Welcome Aboard: 1 FEB Smooth Move: 8 FEB

AMERICAN RECORDS

A THEATER COMPANY presents

MCRD Welcome Aboard Orientation 1 February | 1130 | Lyceum Mandatory for all MCRD Parris Island Incoming Military Personnel. Military family members and new civilian employees are strongly encouraged to attend. For more information please contact Kerry Copeland, ext. 2371, Kerry.copeland@usmc.mil.

ReEntry P ERSONAL F INANCIAL M ANAGEMENT P ROGRAM

3 February • 1500 • MCAS Beaufort Theater social reception with the cast at the O’Club 1730

4 February • 0900 & 2000 • MCRD PI Recruit Chapel social reception with the cast at Traditions 1800

Military Saves Week is 20-27 February Military Saves encourages: • Developing a personal financial plan • Establishing good credit • Saving a portion of each paycheck • Enrolling in the Service Members’ Group Life Insurance, the Thrift Savings Plan, and, when eligible, the Savings Deposit Program. www.militarysaves.org

February classes: Developing a Financial Plan Using SMART Goals 22 FEB | 1300-1500 Education Bldg 596 Room 114 MCAS Home Buying 24 FEB | 0900-1100 Bldg 923 Room 41 MCRD The PFM program provides one-on-one counseling and unit classes. For more information call MCAS at 2287055 or MCRD at 228-2218.

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Bridget Cantrell, Ph. D. Founder of Hearts Toward Home International and author of Down Range to Iraq and Back — “it was so real, so powerful and moving to the point of leaving me spellbound.” Matthew Bogdanos, Colonel USMCR author of the best-selling book Thieves of

Baghdadis —a “Based hundreds of hours of interviews with returning combat veterans ReEntry playonabout coming home. This surprising and acclaimed new play, based refreshingly presented without agenda or sub-text, ReEntry is a tour-de-force of onand interviews with Marines and their families, puts aside politics and Hollywood alike to loneliness, fear, and anger overlaid with moments of warmth, growth, and inspiration.” probe the unvarnished, and powerfully personal truths of those who serve and sacrifice. The 90 minute play that is inspirational, honest, even heartwarming; frank and funny that THE PLAY OPEN TOstress, ALL ACTIVE DUTY , experience of returndeals with the IS issues of combatAND operational PTSD, and the DEPENDENTS , RETIRED AND VETERANS . ing home. The performance will be followed with an interactive question and answer with thefor castmore and crew. Behavioral Health support will be on-hand to assist any information, callClinical 228-7823 Marines, service members and their families if needed.

FREE

The former leader of the Navy-Marine Corps Combat Operational Stress Control Program (and retired CAPT) William Nash, M.D. said, ReEntry "portrayed Marines with respect, love, and humor, without feeling sorry for them, while side-stepping the political dangers of the topic with the grace of a matador." The play will be preformed on MCAS Beaufort and MCRD Parris Island. The play is free and open to all eligible patrons.

Contact Information:

Alcohol Abuse Prevention | Dan Evans - 228-7752 Domestic Violence and Child Abuse | Yucel Henderson - 228-6900 Drug Demand Reduction Program | Gayle Wierzbicki - 228-7210 Suicide Prevention | Tony Petrucci 228-7823 5

MCCS HAPPENINGS

1st Quarterly Road Race

All eligible patrons are welcome to participate in both 5k road races: MCAS Beaufort: 18 February, 0700, Starts at the Football Field MCRD Parris Island: 23 February, 0700, Starts at the Fitness Center

UPCOMING Road Races

Psychle - The Ride Home

In honor of our Active Duty members who are serving overseas in Afghanistan and to their families who stand by them we would like to extend an opportunity to send a message of appreciation and gratitude their way. MCAS and MCRD Fitness Centers would like to send a message that we support their work, remain indebted to their service, and pray for their safe return to their families and friends at home. We are asking that all of us join together in a concerted effort to pay tribute to their absence from home by cycling the distance from Afghanistan to Washington, D.C.-- a total of 6,080 miles. Come out and show your support for our Armed Forces overseas. Join this collaborative effort, with both fitness centers, to ride the distance (6080 miles) from Afghanistan to Washington, DC. Each participant will list their mileage for each fitness class on our log. We will total and post our progress on mccs-sc. com for you and our overseas friends. Our goal date for completion is 15 May 2011 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Armed Forces Day. All mileage will be accumulated during these group fitness classes with this symbol:

First Tee Registration

Register: 18 January 2011- 14 February 2011 in Building 172 Parris Island from 0830-1600 or at the Laurel Bay Human Resource Office from 0830-1530 The program is 22 February - 3 March with sessions at 1730 and 1830. The program will be at the Youth Fields at Laurel Bay. These are NOT Golf Lessons. It is a program to teach kids core values through the avenue of golf. There are nine core values taught which include: honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy, and judgment. The program is for boys and girls ages 8-15. Children must be 8 years old by the first day of

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class. Cost is $20. For more information contact Kenny Brown at 228-1707 or email brownkb@usmc-mccs.org. You may also contact Ronnie Moore at 2281586 or email moorer@usmc-mccs.org.

Military Golf Schools

1100-1300 Tuesdays: The Legends at Parris Island Wednesdays: MCAS Beaufort Driving Range Use your lunch break to improve your golf. Active Duty are invited to a FREE golf clinic at both bases. This 8 week program will be held on Tuesdays at The Legends and on Wednesdays at the MCAS Beaufort driving range. Call the pro shop for more information at 228-2240.

Golf Par 3 Shootout at The Legends

Wednesday 16 February | 1600-1900 9-hole par 3 tournament with a 1630 shotgun start. It's a 2 person team scramble. Please arrive at 1600 for hole assignments. Please call the Pro Shop to sign up: 228-2240. $25 entry fee includes: Greens fee, Entry fee, Unlimited hot dogs and chips, Closest to the pin contest

MCCS HAPPENINGS

Semper Fit Survivor Fitness Camp 0900 to 1100 - 3 days per week MCAS: Tues, Wed, and Thurs | MCRD: Mon, Tues and Wed

According to the CDC, living a heart healthy lifestyle includes making wise daily food choices. Here are some of their recommendations:

Eight week team weight loss program – one team per Personal Trainer. Each installation's program includes education, team challenges and fitness programming for those who need to lose 10 to 50 lbs. Sign up now at MCAS or MCRD Fitness Centers. Limited registration from 31 January to 11 February 2011.

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Teams are limited to 5 members Two teams each at MCAS and MCRD Grand prizes to the winning team and the winning trainer All contestants will receive a private consultation and assistance in completing the required applications with a certified personal trainer Candidates must have a need to lose a minimum of 10 lbs and must be evaluated and recommended for this program by a MCCS personal trainer Eligibility to participate will be based on each applicant’s present fitness level and the final completion of all required documents and medical releases by the deadline of 11 February 2011 Only authorized individuals with proper Military/DoD identification are eligible to apply. Please no guests. Must be 18 years of age at time of registration Program Rules will be provided at time of consultation

Contact: MCAS 843-228-7010 843-228-6374

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To learn about American Heart Month visit www.americanheart.org For more information on developing a healthier lifestyle visit www.mccssc.org and click on Semper Fit or call Health Promotion 228-7616.

Cardiovascular diseases, including strokes and heart attacks, are our nation's No. 1 killer. The purpose of American Heart Month is to increase public knowledge of various cardiovascular diseases and encouraging heart healthy habits to promote prevention.

Quail Hunts at Gruber Hunting Preserve St. George, South Carolina 5 February 2011 Leaving from Outdoor Recreation, MCAS Building 1219 Providing a morning quail hunt of 50 birds for two groups of 4. Afternoon hunt of 40 birds for a group of 4. Cost for morning hunt is $120.00 per person. Cost for after noon hunt is $90.00 per person. Lunch and transportation will be provided. For more information call Outdoor Recreation at 228-7272. Participants must have valid SC Hunting license. Dance & Gymnastics Classes for Children ages 2-6 Now offering a variety of dance and gymnastics classes for children ages 2-6: Tumbling Two’s, Introductory, Beginning Dance, Introductory, and Beginning Gymnastics. Visit MCCS-SC.com and click on Semper Fit. The Dance and Gymnastics brochure is in the sidebar. Register in Building 172 Parris Island during the hours of 0830-1600. For more information contact Stephanie Connelly at 228-1587 or email connellysm@usmc-mccs.org. Youth Baseball/Softball Registration 18 January 2011-14 February 2011 Registration is available at the following two locations: Recreation Building 172 Parris Island Hours: 0830-1600 Human Resource Building Laurel Bay Hours: 0830-1530

MCRD 843-228-1562 843-228-1563

American Heart Month February has been recognized by the American Heart Association, since 1963, as American Heart Month.

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Choose lean meats and poultry without skin and prepare them without added saturated and trans fat. Select fat-free, 1% fat and low-fat dairy products. Cut back on foods containing partially hydrogenated vegetable oils to reduce trans fat in your diet. Cut back on foods high in dietary cholesterol. Aim to eat less than 300 mg of cholesterol each day. Cut back on beverages and foods with added sugars. Choose and prepare foods with little or no salt. Aim to eat less than 2,300 mg of sodium per day (or less than 1,500 mg if you are in a higher risk group for high blood pressure). If you drink alcohol, drink in moderation. That means no more than one drink per day if you're a woman and two drinks per day if you're a man. Keep an eye on your portion sizes.

Registration begins 28 February - 11 March. Assessments begin 14 March – 25 March 25 For more information call the MCRD Personal Trainers at (843)2281563/1562

Beach Body Boot Camp MCRD Parris Island Fitness Center March 28 - 5 May at 0900 and 1645 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Summer comes early in South Carolina. Prepare yourself with this six week program that will have you body beach-ready in no time. Boot Camp includes a variety of group fitness classes to keep the program new and exciting.

Boys and girls ages 4-14 are eligible to sign up for baseball and softball. Boys and girls must be 4 years old by 1 March 2011. Practices begin the week of 7 March 2011. The cost is $20 per child, and the opening ceremony is 26 March. Season begins week of 4 April 2011. For more information contact Kenny Brown at 228-1707 or email brownkb@usmc-mccs. org. You may also contact Ronnie Moore at 228-1586 or email moorer@usmcmccs.org.

MCCS HAPPENINGS

14 JANUARY – 14 MAY 2011 MAKING LIFESTYLE CHANGES FOR A HEALTHIER YOU EVENT SCHEDULE 4-14 January

Registration & Weigh In

4,7,11 & 14 January

On-site registration at the Commissary from 10001200 and 1600-1800

14 January

Official Start

18 January

MCAS Quarterly Road Race

18 January

Family Fitness Lifestyle Event at the Commissary time TBA

23 January

MCRD Quarterly Road Race

9 February

Valentine Couple’s Walk

22 February

American Heart Month Event at the Commissary time TBA

14 March

National Nutrition Event at the Commissary time TBA

18 March

St. Patrick’s Run/Walk

19 April

Panel Discussion at the Commissary time TBA

20 April

Earth Day Walk

14 May

Grand Finale Run/Walk

RECURRING EVENTS Every Monday

MCRD Parris Island Group Walks 1600

Every Tuesday

MCAS Beaufort Group Walks 1600

Every Wednesday

MCRD Parris Island Group Walks 1600

Every Thursday

MCAS Beaufort Group Walks 1600

FREE INFORMATION & INCENTIVES! PRIZES FOR THE TOP 3 IN TWO CATEGORIES!

DETAILS:

THE PURPOSE of the Family Fun & Fitness program is to make lasting lifestyle changes in diet & exercise for a healthier you and your family! This program is brought to you by MCRD Parris Island Commissary, Semper Fit and Marine Corps Community Services. All authorized patrons ages 18 and up are eligible to participate. Children walking and in strollers and pets are welcome to accompany their parents. TO PARTICIPATE, register and weigh in between 4 -14 January 2011. Semper Fit Personnel will be available at the MCRD Parris Island Commissary to register participants and take measurements on 4, 7 11 and 14 January from 1000-1200 and 1600-1800. If you are unable to come to the Commissary on those dates, please call your Fitness Center to schedule an appointment: MCRD Parris Island 228-1563, MCAS Beaufort 228-6374 or NHB Health Promotion 228-5344. INFORMATION AND INCENTIVES will be provided at registration. PRIZES will be awarded on 14 May in two categories: • Most Weight lost • Biggest Reduction In Inches WEEKDAY WALK GROUPS will be held Monday through Thursday at 1600. SATURDAY HEALTHY KID PROGRAM will be held EVERY Saturday from 15 January to 7 May at the Parris Island Youth Center from 1000-1200. Program will include physical activity, crafts, education and a healthy snack. Parents must sign their children in before leaving.

Your COMMISSARY… It’s Worth The Trip! For your fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, Boars Head® deli and Healthy Choice® meats and, as always, great buys on your everyday needs.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Kathy Williams – Health Promotion – 228-7616 Chuck Culpepper – Adult & Youth Sports – 228-1561 Cindy Six – Commissary – 228-3727

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INFORMATION LINKS www.mccs-sc.com; www.commissaries.com www.eatsmartmovemore.org; www.mypyramid.gov FEBRUARY 2011

MCCS HAPPENINGS

FEBRUARY

Calendar

For more information or reservations call us at 843-228-1500 or visit us online at mccs-sc.com

MONDAY

TUESDAY

NEW CHILDREN’S LUNCH BUFFET PRICE: Ages 0-5: FREE Ages 6-12: $4.00

Lunch Buffet Featuring:

FRIED PORK CHOPS, LIVER AND ONIONS, CHICKEN TENDERS Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Valentine’s Dinner 1800-2030 | See Ad

WEDNESDAY

ROAST BEEF AND FRIED CHICKEN

ITALIAN LUNCH BUFFET

Soup/Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

FRIDAY

POT LUCK LUNCH BUFFET

Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

FISH FRYDAY LUNCH BUFFET

BOSS’ NIGHT & HAPPY HOUR 1600-1800 COME AND MEET THE CAST OF RE-ENTRY !

SATURDAY CLOSED

Lunch Buffet Featuring:

ROAST BEEF AND FRIED CHICKEN

ITALIAN LUNCH BUFFET

Soup/Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

ROAST BEEF AND FRIED CHICKEN

Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

11 Soup/Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Happy Hour 1600-1800

SATURDAY

17 POT LUCK LUNCH BUFFET

Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

ROAST BEEF AND FRIED CHICKEN

23 ITALIAN LUNCH BUFFET Soup/Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

24 POT LUCK LUNCH BUFFET

Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Happy Hour 1600-1800 TROOP APPRECIATION NIGHT All Ranks / 1600-1800

SATURDAY

FRIED PORK CHOPS, LIVER AND ONIONS, CHICKEN TENDERS Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

STEAK NIGHT 1700-2000

It’s Back! Steak Night as it used to be: Select your size and have it cut in front of you. Includes all you can eat soup and salad bar, fresh warm yeast rolls and butter, fresh vegetable du jour, and choice of baked potato, baked sweet potato or steak fries.

SUNDAY

CLOSED

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FISH FRYDAY LUNCH BUFFET Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Happy Hour 1600-1800 SATURDAY

ALL HANDS WELCOME | WEDNESDAY IS

SUNDAY

Sunday Brunch 1100-1330

FISH FRYDAY LUNCH BUFFET18

CLOSED

Lunch Buffet Featuring:

Soup/Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

CLOSED

SUNDAY

Sunday Brunch 1100-1330

FISH FRYDAY LUNCH BUFFET

CLOSED

BLACK HISTORY 16 MONTH CELEBRATION LUNCHEON (SEE AD)

Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Lunch Buffet Featuring:

POT LUCK LUNCH BUFFET

Soup/Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Soup and Salad Bar, Sides, Drink & Dessert $7.95

Lunch Buffet Featuring:

CLOSED FOR PRESIDENTS WEEKEND

THURSDAY

SUNDAY

Sunday Brunch 1100-1330

Traditions is now BUFFET ONLY; a la carte menu no longer available LUNCH BUFFET HOURS: Mon-Fri: 1100-1300 ALL RANKS WELCOME

Find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/traditions.pi Reservations required: 228-1500 Find Facebook http://www.facebook.com/traditions.pi and us getondaily buffetatmenu updates, special deals and more!

ATTENDING THE VALENTINES DINNER?

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION LUNCHEON 16 FEBRUARY 1100-1300

Special menu designed by the Traditions chefs: BBQ Pork Ribs, Fried Chicken, Sliced Ham, Sliced Turkey, Collard Greens, Black-eyed Peas, Yams, Mac and Cheese, Red Rice, Stuffing, Cornbread, Biscuits, Chicken Noodle Soup

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Don’t Forget Your Sweetheart See Page 15 for MCCS ' Special Roses Promotion 9

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FEBRUARY CALENDAR SUNDAY

■ Retired Activities, p. 13 http://mccs-sc.com/RAO

■ Health, Fitness & Recreation, p. 6

p. 15

■ Family Matters http://mccs-sc.com/crmc.asp

► Sunday Brunch, Traditions, 1100-1300

■ Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB), p. 17 http://mccs-sc.com/MCFTB

■ Child, Youth & Teen, p. 14 http://mccs-sc.com/community/ community.asp

■ Travel, p. 14

http://mccs-sc.com/ITT

■ Education, p. 18

● (1st-4th) Transition Assistanc ●(1st-4th)(TAP), Transition Assistanc Program 0800-1600 Program (TAP), MCAS CRMC ●5 Love Languages for MALS0800-1600 31, Officers' Club, 0900-1300 ►Show ► Show me Me the the Money, Money, MCFT Trainin Training Room, 1000-1130 Room, 1000-1130 ►Welcome Aboard, Lyceum, ►Welcome Aboard, Lyceum, 1130-1300 1130-1300 ►(1st and and 2nd) 2nd) Stress Stress Manage Manag ►(1st ment Classes, Classes, Bldg MCRD ment 17,Parris 1300Island Bldg 17, 1300-1600 1600 ►Career Assessments, MCRD ►Career Assessments, CRMC CRMC, 1300-1600 1300-1600 7

● VA Medical Record Review , MCAS CRMC, 0800-1600 ► L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Meeting, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 0930-1130 ► Wing Night, Brig N' Brew, 1900 ● Chess Night, Afterburners, 1900

●/► Super Bowl Party, Brig & Brew and Afterburners, 1900 ► Sunday Brunch, Traditions, 1100-1300

http://mccs-sc.com/SMP

(Career), p. 4

TUESDAY

► MCRD Parris Island ● MCAS Beaufort / Laurel Bay

http://mccs-sc.com/recreation/ sports.asp

■ Single Marine Program,

MONDAY

►PreSeparation Brief, MCRD CRMC, 0730-1600 ●Career Assessment, MCAS CRMC, 1300-1500 ●►Valentine's Dinner, The OClub & Traditions, 1800-2030 ►Wing Night, Brig N' Brew, 1900 ●Be My Valentine (Pie eating contest), Afterburners, 1900

20 ► Sunday Brunch, Traditions, 1100-1300 ●Cornhole Tournament, Afterburners, 1900

14 ●Pre-Separation Brief (Pre-SEP MCAS CRMC, 0730-1600 ●Smooth Move, MCAS Beaufor BLDG 596, Rm 114, 0800-1000 ►(15th-17th) Transition Assistance Program , MCRD CRMC, 0800-1600 ●Handy Spouse: Auto Care, MCFTB House, 1000-1200 ► Golf Boot Camp #2, The Leg ends, 1100-1300 ► Effective Communication Skills, Bldg 17, 1300-1600 ►L.I.N.K.S. for WFTBN , MCFT Training Room, 0830-1430 21

●Chess Night, Afterburners, 1900 ►Wing Night Every Monday Night @ Brig N’ Brew, 1900

Military Saves Week

http://mccs-sc.com/lifelong

■ Library, p. 18

http://mccs-sc.com/lifelong/ libraries.html

► Sunday Brunch, Traditions, 1100-1300

■ Food & Hospitality, p. 9/12 http://mccs-sc.com/food.asp

■ Retail / Shopping, p. 16 http://mccs-sc.com/shopping.asp FEBRUARY 2011

► Smooth Move, IPAC, 0800-10 ●(8th-11th) TAP, CRMC, 0800-16 ►Beyond the Brief: Stress/Spous Training Room, 1000-1400 ► Golf Boot Camp #1, The Legends, 1100-1300 ► (8th and 9th) Anger Management Classes, Bldg 17, 1300-160 ► Federal Employment, MCRD CRMC, 1300-1600 ► (8th-10th) L.I.N.K.S. for Spous es, Training Room, 1730-2100

● Family Care Plan Class, MCFTB House, 0900-1100 ►Social Networking Safety for the Military Family, MCFTB Training Room, 1000-1500 ► Golf Boot Camp #3, The Legends, 1100-1300 ● Developing a Financial Plan Education Bldg 596 Room 114 MCAS, 1300-1500 ► Survivor Benefit Plan, MCR CRMC, 1300-1600 ● (22nd-23rd) Stress Management Classes, MCAS Beaufor Bldg 807, 1300-1600

28 ►DTAP/VA Medical Record Review, MCRD CRMC, 0800-1600 ►L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Training- Presentation Day, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 09001200 ►Depot Family Readiness Meeting, Traditions, 1700-1800 ►Wing Night, Brig N' Brew, 1900 Last Day for Air Show Tickets Before Price Increase

MCCS HAPPENINGS

FEL BREUA CA NRYDCA ALE RNDAR WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

3 ●Family Care Plan Training, MCFTB House, 1000-1200 ●Lunch time 9-ball pool tournament, Afterburners, 1200 ●ReEntry Play, MCAS Base Theatre, 1500 ►Resume Writing, MCRD CRMC, 1300-1600 ●L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Meeting, MCAS MCFTB Office, 17301900 ►Karaoke w/DJ Donna, Brig N' Brew, 1900-2300

4 ►ReEntry Play, Recruit Chapel, 0900 ►Leadership Series- Attitude, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 0900-1130 ●Hearts Apart Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1000-1200 ●Movie Night, Afterburners, 1900 ►ReEntry Play, Recruit Chapel, 2000

5 ●4 Lenses for 533 Spouses, MCAS BOQ ●L.I.N.K.S. for 533 Spouses, MCAS BOQ, 0800-1700 ►L.I.N.K.S. for Couples, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 09001500 ●Kids on the Home Front, Youth Center on Laurel Bay, 1000-1130 Quail Hunts at Gruber Hunting Preserve

9 ●L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses, MCAS MCFTB Office, 0830-1630 ►Back to Basics- Sewing 101, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 0900-1200 ●Flightline Golf School #1, MCAS Driving Range, 11001300

10 ● Family Readiness Vol. Training, MCFTB House, 0830-1300 ►Book Signing, General Abel, MCX, 1100-1500 ►Interviewing Strategies, MCRD CRMC, 1300-1600 ►Karaoke w/DJ Donna, Brig N' Brew, 1900-2300 ●SNCO Cornhole competition, Afterburners, 1900

11 ●5 Love Languages for MALS31, Officers' Club, 0930-1200 ►Book Signing, General Abel, 1000-1200 ● Hearts Apart Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1000-1200 ►EFMP Family Fun Night, MCRD BLDG 911, 1630-1730 ●Movie Night, Afterburners,1900

16 ►Vehicle Maintenance 101, Bldg 20 (Fleet Veh. Shop), 0900-1200 ►Black History Month Luncheon, Traditions, 1100-1300 ●Flightline Golf School #2, Driving Range, 1100-1300 ●Welcome Aboard, The Officers’ Club, 1130-1300 ●Troop Appreciation, Afterburners, 1500-1700 ►Par 3 Shootout, Legends, 1600 ●VMFA-115 Pre Deployment Brief, Officers' Club, 1800-2000

18 ●Quarterly Road Race, MCAS Beaufort, 0700 ►(18th-19th) Marriage Weekend Workshop, Fellowship Room-RMC, Day 1- 1830-2130 Day 2- 0900-1700 ●Hearts Apart Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1000-1200 ●Movie Night, Afterburners, 1900 Universal/Adventure Island Trip Orlando, FL

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●Pro-Parents Communication Workshop, MCAS BLDG 596, RM 215, 0800-1200 ●Who Moved My Cheese, MCAS MCFTB Office, 10001230 ●Lunch time 9-ball pool tournament, Afterburners, 1200 ►Karaoke w/DJ Donna, Brig N' Brew, 1900-2300 ●Resume Writing Workshop, MCAS Beaufort 24 ● Survivor Benefit Plan, MCAS CRMC, 0800-0930 ► Home Buying, Bldg 923 Room 41 MCRD, 0900-1100 ● LINKS for Marines at Cpls School,1000-1630 ► Job Fair Strategies, MCRD CRMC, 1300-1600 ► Karaoke w/DJ Donna, Brig N' Brew, 1900-2300 ● SNCO Cornhole Tournament, Afterburners, 1900 ● Interviewing Strategies Workshop, MCAS Beaufort

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25 ► L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Training, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 0900-1500 ● Hearts Apart Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1000-1200 ● Butterfly Effects: Self Stimulatory Behavior Workshop, MCAS BLDG 596, RM 114, 1715-1830 ● Hearts Apart Movie Night, MCFTB House, 1830-2130

26 ► Family Readiness Volunteer Training, MCRD MCFTB Training Room, 0900-1400 ● LINKS for Kids, MCFTB Office, MCAS, 1000-1400 ● Movie Night, Afterburners, 1900 ● Guitar Hero Competition, Afterburners, 1900

Reoccuring Single Marine & Sailor Program Events: Weekly Wing Night every Monday Night Weekly Movie Night every Tuesday Night Weekly Texas Hold'em every Tuesday Night Weekly Karaoke w/DJ Donna every Wednesday Night Weekly Karaoke w/DJ Donna every Thursday Night Weekly Movie Night every Friday Night

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LUNCH BUFFET HOURS: Mon-Fri: 1100-1300 ALL RANKS WELCOME

Let us help you plan and host the perfect social event. Whether it’s a wedding reception, reunion, promotion, retirement party, PME or a unit event, contact our Catering Office at 228-7600.

Great American Taste Test MCAS Food Court

Pardon our dust! The MCAS Food Court is getting a new name, a new look and a new menu. Stay tuned next month for details. In the meantime, stop by for lunch or breakfast and be part of our Great American Taste Test. Try out new menu items and give your feedback on your favorite selections. FEBRUARY 2011

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Some Tips for Filing a VA Disability Claim Filing a claim for disability compensation can be a stressful experience. Some things that appear clear and certain to you may not be to others. Additionally, legal requirements can sometimes be confusing and time consuming. To have the best experience possible, here are some recommendations: 1. If you are still on active duty thinking about getting out and planning to file a claim, go through the Career Resource Management Center at your installation. To qualify you must have between 60 and 180 days left on active duty before you start Terminal Leave. CRMC will take your claim and have you examined before you go home. Normally, decisions are available about 2-3 months after you separate or retire. 2. If you are still on active duty but have less than 60 days to go, you can file a “Quick Start” claim. Quick Start claims are processed at dedicated facilities so decisions are quicker for most Veterans.

3. If you have been out of service for less than a year, think you might have a claim, but are unsure if you want to “go through the hassle,” apply through the nearest VA office. The evidence is fresher and cleaner, there are unlikely to be what we refer to as “intercurrent injuries” i.e. your back hurts a little, later you work as a long haul truck driver or a construction worker and don’t file a claim for years. In such cases even if there is some documentation of “something in service” without evidence of treatment for the condition within the first year, service connection is less certain. 4. If you’re concerned that it might not be appropriate to take money for a condition because you say to yourself, “I’m fine, I was just doing my duty and I have a job.” Consider this: If your claim is granted you can always decline to receive the money. If, at a later date, your condition worsens or you age and it interferes with your work, or you decide you want compensation after all you can always contact the VA (1-800-827-1000). They will examine you and determine your current level of disability. They will not try to determine whether you warrant service connection in the first place.

5. If you have been out of the service longer but still think you have a condition related to your service, please apply. There is no filing time limit. It just might be a little more complex and take a little longer because of the need to develop more records. 6. The Department of Veteran's Affairs goal is to complete all claims within 125 days or four months by 2015 with 95 percent accuracy. Right now more than 30 percent of their claims have been pending longer than that. Some claims, such as those involving participation in nuclear tests, covert operations, military sexual trauma or other similar circumstances where records may be difficult to locate can and frequently do take longer, sometimes much longer. 7. To meet the challenge of a rapidly growing claims volume, VA has significantly increased their staff. The jobs are complex and it takes a while to become fully qualified. Therefore, if you think they made a mistake, ask-- you may be right. As stated earlier, one of their goals is to get their quality level to 95 percent by 2015. Currently their quality level is 84 percent. While a significant portion their quality problems reflect process errors rather than errors in the final decision with respect to the granting or denying of benefits, rates paid and effective dates of payment, they do make mistakes. Stay tuned for part II of this article, “How You Can Help Yourself and VA,” in the March Happenings. For more information about MCCSSC Retired Activities, please contact: Vonda Jones, Retired Activities Coordinator, vonda.jones@usmc.mil, 843228-6222 Get "daily" updates, info and ask questions on the MCCS Retired Activities' Facebook page (see link below).

More online under the “Retired Activities” tab at http://mccs-sc.com MCCS Retired Activities on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BeaufortRAO

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gest, richest and most prestigious event. Daytona International Speedway is honoring our military by offering discounts up to 50% off ticket prices. Check with the ITT at 228-1540 for details on the following: Military Great American Race – 1 Super Stretch Terrace Seat $60.00 / gate price $139.00 Turn 1 Tower Offer – 1 Lockhart Tower Seat $100.00 / gate price $144.00

The Original Harlem Globetrotters

29 March at 1900, Savannah Civic Center $18 per person (adult or child) Join Information Tours & Travel as we celebrate the Harlem Globetrotters' 85th consecutive season with their dazzling 2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour showcasing the wholesome family entertainment that has provided lifetime memories for generations of fans. Tickets prices TBA. For more details visit ITT aboard Parris Island or call 228-1540

Daytona 500 International Speedway 20 February 2011 at 1300 Daytona, FL

Forty-three of the best stock car drivers in the world compete in “The Great American Race,” NASCAR’s big-

Petty Tower Offer – 1 Petty Tower Seat $202.00/ gate price $364.00

Walt Disney World Park Tickets: Special Price

Walt Disney World is proud to present “Let the Memories Begin” with a special offer on park tickets. From now until 28 September 2011 active and retired military personnel can purchase:

· Disney 4 Day Military Promotional Park Hopper ticket for $138.00 each

· Disney 4 Day Military Promotional Base

ticket with water parks fun and more for $138.00 each · Disney 4 Day Military Promotional Park Hopper with water parks fun and more for $165.00 each Members or spouses can buy up to six (6) tickets and must be present when activating tickets at the gate. A valid military ID will be required for admission. All six (6) tickets must be

Meet Kie Moccio, a Family Child Care Provider

Spring Break at Universal Studios Depart: Sunday, 27 March 2011 Return: Wednesday, 30 March 2011 Trip includes – deluxe motor coach transportation from PI to Orlando and back, accommodations for 3 nights and a 2 day base admission ticket to Universal Studios/ Islands of Adventure. For more details and pricing visit ITT (Information, Tickets and Tours) aboard Parris Island or call 843-228-1540.

owner while fulfilling a passion. As a FCC provider, I’m really able to have it all.” Are you looking for a home child care provider or are you looking to become a part of the FCC network? Call Janet Knotts at 8462270 for more information.

Kie Moccio, a Family Child Care Provider, has recently earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. CDAs are able to meet the specific needs of children and work with parents to nurture children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth in a child development framework. Moccio explains, “I really enjoy being able to work with parents to determine goals for their children, and I’m able to support these goals on a dayto-day basis.”

Moccio speaks to how the FCC program benefits the provider, families, and children. “I encourage parents to take advantage of the FCC program especially for children four and under. Care is individualized for that specific child’s needs and there is a low provider-to-child ratio.”

Family Child Care (FCC) homes offer safe, high quality child care through high standards for quality and well-trained staff in a family/home atmosphere with a small group of children in either government housing or a private home off the installation in the Beaufort area.

The FCC program is a wonderful opportunity for a stay-at-home mother to earn an income. Moccio says, “earning my CDA credential and becoming a FCC provider really gives me a sense of pride and accomplishment. I’m not only able to stay at home with my kids, but I’m also able to be a business

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purchased at the same time and be used by the same person on any and all days. Tickets may not be used after 30 September 2011. As the “Military Salute” Theme Park ticket promotion continues Walt Disney World is offering up to 40% discount for stays at the Walt Disney resorts to active duty and retired U.S. military personnel that book through All Points Travel located at PI (this special is not available online). A resort room night offer not only provides the greatest Walt Disney World experience but also amazing perks such as full use of Disney World Transportation, Disney’s Magical Express, Extra Magic hours, and much more. For more details visit ITT aboard PI or call 843-228-1540.

News from the MCRD CDC Breakfast of Love Monday, 14 February | 0600-1000 Parris Island Child Development Center For more information please call the Parris Island CDC front desk at 228-3514. Our Hourly care service in Bumble Bees classroom is offered from 0600- 1800 at building 115. Please call to reserve care at 228-3514. Our Saturday care service is offered from 0500-1800 at building 699. Please call to reserve care at 228-3514.

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SINGLE MARINE & SAILOR PR SINGLE MARINE & SAILOR PROGRAM OGRAM Be My Valentine (Pie Eating Contest)

14 February, 1900 MCAS Beaufort, Afterburners Sure to be a real crowd-pleaser! Join us as a contestant or as an audience member for the Valentine's Day Pie Eating Contest. Each contestant will be given one pie, and the winner will be the one who can consume it the quickest. You're not winning if you don't make a mess. Prizes will be awarded to the champion.

Show us what you've got: "Talent Night" with DJ Donna 16 February, 1900 MCAS Beaufort, Afterburners

This unit talent competition allows your unit to show off your talents: sing, dance, perform a skit; just "show us what you've got." To sign up call Afterburners at 228-6246.

Beaufort International Film Festival 16-20 February

The mission of the Beaufort Film Festival is to enliven our community by fostering and developing a rich appreciation for the art of filmmaking. It is also an opportunity to showcase the beautiful "film-friendly" region of Beaufort and the Carolina Sea Islands. For the past quarter of a century Beaufort has served as the backdrop for more than 20 major motion pictures, to include Forrest Gump, The Big Chill,

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Golf Simulator Now Available at Afterburners Come check out the new golf simulator at Afterburners. Play golf for free and stay warm by playing inside. Play options include a driving range, 18 holes of golf, multiple formats of play, one/multiple player games and up to 20 different courses.

The Prince of Tides, and many more. Through this festival a new generation of filmmakers will be introduced to our sweeping marsh vistas, antebellum homes, and quiet charm of the old south. Thu-Fri: 17-18 February - Screenings and Workshops 0800-1100 (Seaside Vineyard Cinema) Thu-Fri: 17-18 February - Walking/Van Tours of Movie Sites. Tours start at the Spirit of Old Beaufort in downtown Beaufort.

Two tours daily: 1030 and 1400. Call 843525-0459 to reserve space. Maximum capacity 40 per tour. Sat: 19 February - Screenings and Workshops 0800 - 1500 (Seaside Vineyard Cinema) Sat: 19 February - Awards Gala 1900 cocktail hour; 2000 to 2200 Awards Ceremony (Attire: Coat & Tie - informal) (Location: University of South Carolina, Beaufort Center for the Arts) Sun: 20 February - Filmmaker Farewell Brunch (optional) 1100 - 1300 (Location: Blackstones Deli & CafĂŠ, 205 Scott's St. Beaufort, SC) - pay at restaurant For more information visit: http://www.beaufortfilmfestival.com

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RETAIL Book Signing featuring General Abel's "The DNA of Leadership"

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This course helps people focus on changes happening around them and helps them gain the skills that can help them thrive in a dynamic environment. During this course, individuals will complete a change assessment to reveal where their strengths lie and what they can do to improve their results. Participants will also learn to use change as an advantage, focus on what is important and to see change as an opportunity. FREE Childcare will be provided with advanced registration

2011 Training Dates Saturday 26 February 0900-1400 Wednesday 23 March 0900-1400 all classes held at MCFTB Training Room in bldg. 172 aboard MCRD Parris Island

To sign up, please contact Roxanne Farr at 228-7334 or farrre@usmc-mccs.org. We would like to thank New River Auto Mall and Navy Federal Credit Union for their sponsorship of MCCS events and activities.

Saturday, 26 February | 0900-1400 MCFTB Training

The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Marine Corps neither endorse nor favor any commercial supplier, product, or service.

Marines and Sailors have to be ready for world-wide deployment at all times. Family Care Plans ensure ready Marines and Sailors by providing the comfort of knowing that their loved ones (dependants) will receive the best of care during deployments and separations. Family Care Plan Training will give you the resources, tools and guidelines you need to make sure that you and your family members are in a constant state of readiness. Free Childcare will be provided with advanced registration.

Interested in becoming a Family Readiness Volunteer? Join us for training. Training covers: how the program has changed to better support Military Families, information on local resources, effective communication, and role of Family Readiness Volunteers. For more information, please contact your MCRD MCFTB Team: Deanna Simpson – MCFTB Director – 228-1505 Jennifer Carr – MCFTB Administrative Specialist – 228-1662 Krissy Stewart – Family Readiness Program Trainer – 228-1663 Crystal Hundley – LifeSkills Program Trainer – 228-1570 Anne Doty – Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer – 228-1550 Sylvia Sanchez - L.I.N.K.S. Program Trainer - 228-1573 Ashley McCartney - L.I.N.K.S. Administrative Specialist - 228-1524

To sign up and for more information, please contact Christopher Eiland, Family Readiness Program Trainer, at 228-7495 or eilandcl@usmc-mccs.org For more information, please contact your MCAS MCFTB Team: Melinda Henrickson – MCFTB Director – 228-6141 Kelly Edens – MCFTB Administrative Specialist – 228-6141 Julia Gwynn – L.I.N.K.S. Program Trainer – 228-7397 Roxanne Farr – LifeSkills Program Trainer – 228-7334 Christina Swick – Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer – 228-6793 Nicole Bright-Hardee – Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer – 228-7311 Christopher Eiland – Family Readiness Program Trainer – 228-7495

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New Titles

"Daniel" by Henning Mankell. Hans Bengler travels to Africa to discover an insect no one has seen before, names it after himself, impulsively adopts a young orphan whom he names Daniel, and brings him back to Sweden. But Daniel, haunted by visions of his murdered parents, knows he must return to Africa. Since the only way back is by sea, he decides to learn to walk on water.

"Dead Zero" by Stephen Hunter. Marine Corps Master Sniper Swagger has traveled to the remote deserts and hidden caves of Afghanistan, not to look for Osama bin Laden, but to track down Staff Sgt. Cruz, an AWOL sniper determined to complete his last mission. With the FBI and a Taliban warlord on his heels, Swagger must find Cruz before he pulls the trigger.

"Arsenal of Democracy: The Politics of National Security – From World War II to the War on Terrorism" by Julian E. Zeliger. Zeliger shows how partisan fighting has always shaped American foreign policy, and how the issue of national security has always been part of our domestic conflicts.

"Straight Talk, No Chase" by Steve Harvey. Drawing from correspondence, and using real language from real women, Harvey offers wisdom on relevant topics, including: how to ask questions to get truthful answers; how power at work doesn't translate into success at home, and more. He also shares personal memories.

"Secrets to the Grave" by Tami Hoag. Although everyone knew of artist Marissa Fordham, no one really knew her. She was a woman with a past full of secrets and a present full of lies. When she's found murdered and her young daughter left for dead, Sheriff's Detective Mendez must solve the case while protecting the child from a killer. "The Life You Want: Get Motivated, Lose Weight, and Be Happy" by Bob Greene. Getting fit and staying that way for life requires motivation. Greene tells readers how to break down the barriers and achieve their diet and fitness goals by helping them identify psychological issues underlying their struggles with food, their body and others.

College and University Dates to Know • • •

Registration for Park’s Spring II ’11 term: 21 February-18 March. The term dates are 21 March - 12 May. Open registration for Embry Riddle Aeronautical University: Currently Ongoing Technical College of the Lowcountry's registration for Spring II Semester: Currently Ongoing ▪ Spring twelve-week classes begin 7 February and Spring II classes start 14 March

Duty must get pre-approval. Please sign up as soon as possible by contacting your education office: MCRD Education Office, 2282152; MCAS Education Office, 228-7484.

MilSpeak Creative Writing SeminarBeaufort-XIII Sign up today to be a part of MCWS-XIII and write your own military memoir. What is a military memoir? Its any true story you have if you have a military connection: time in the field, combat zone experience, family circumstance, funny or exciting true story, the list is endless. For examples, see www. milspeak.org. To sign up, send an email to charles.ellard@usmc.mil. The classes will be on five Saturday mornings from 0900-1200. The first class runs until 1300. The dates of the classes are: Mar 19, 26; Apr 2, 16; & May 7. You need a computer* with Microsoft Word and email capabilities (*Available at the Depot & Station Libraries.) and a desire to write one of your stories and have it read.

Military Academic Skills Program (MASP) 14-28 February | 0800-1600

Improve your basic academic skills (Math and English). Get a fresh start in preparation to go back to school, take a test, improve your abilities for on the job, or just for personal growth. Designed for active duty military (must have minimum number) but open to family member spouses 18 years and older on a space available basis. Active

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19 March- Seminar Saturday 0900-1300 26 March- Guest Speaker / Seminar Follow-up Exercise 0900-1200 2 April- Workshop Your Writing-I 9 April- Off (writing on your own) 16 April- Workshop Your Writing-II 23 April- Off (Easter Weekend) 1 May- Celebration Saturday

Joint Collegiate Graduation & Recognition Ceremony Get the recognition you deserve! Take part in the 2011 Joint Collegiate Graduation & Recognition Ceremony. It is for the local military community. It is scheduled for 31 May 2011, at 1430, at the Lyceum, MCRD Parris Island. If you have or will earn a college degree between June of 2010 and May 2011, you may “Walk” and the best part is, it’s free. Please sign up as soon as possible by contacting your education office: MCRD Education Office, 228-2152; MCAS Education Office, 228-7484.

Contact Information: Park University: 228-7052 MCAS Beaufort Lifelong Learning Center (Bldg. 596, Room 212) MCRD Parris Island Education Center (Bldg. 923, Room 35) Embry Riddle Aeronautical University: 228-7585 #596 Geiger Blvd, Room. 210, MCAS Beaufort Technical College of the Lowcountry: Ashley Haskill (MCAS) at 843.228.7494 Office Hours Mon. – Fri. 10:00am – 2:00pm Bob Johnson (MCRD) at 843.228.2659 Office Hours Mon. – Fri. 10:00am – 2:00pm Mackenzie McGrew at 843.525.8307

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