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Curry Night at Officers' Club................................Page 3 Culinary Throwdown at Traditions.....................Page 3 Easter Brunch at Traditions..................................Page 4 Travel Expo................................................................Page 9 Parris Island Triathlon.......................................... Page 10 St. Patrick's Day 5k Run....................................... Page 10 Eggstravaganza.................................................... Page 12
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MCAS BEAUFORT
MCRD PARRIS ISLAND
MCAS OFFICERS’ CLUB
CURRY NIGHT Friday 11 March
Beginning at 1700 Open to officers, civilian equivalents and their guests
$35
Come enjoy an evening of Indian cuisine at the Officers’ Club
PER PERSON
$60
ROUND TWO
PER COUPLE
4 MARCH
1730-1830 COCKTAILS 1830-2000 DINNER
Reservations Required Please call 843-228-7600
THREE COURSE MEAL ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED REGISTER ONLINE AT
TRADITIONSTHROWDOWN.EVENTBRITE.COM Watch the chefs compete to create the best three course meal out of mystery ingredients in the second match of the four-round tournament. Who will win? YOU decide.
THE RACK
PACKAGE 3 NIGHT STAY
Enjoy a $45 savings on three nights’ accommodations at the Inns of the Corps Beaufort, winner of the Marine Corps Food & Hospitality Excellence Award for 23 years, located 8 miles from Parris Island on board the Beaufort Air Station. For reservation information call 843-522-1663 or visit innsofthecorps.com. JUNE 2012 MARCH 2016
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MCRD PARRIS ISLAND
MARCH CALENDAR MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
CHICKEN &
WAFFLE BAR
CLOSED
GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN LIVER & ONIONS MASHED POTATOES FULL SALAD BAR
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
PIZZA BAR PANINI BAR QUESADILLA BAR EGGPLANT PARMESIAN SAUSAGE & PEPPERS WINGS FULL SALAD BAR
GRILLED SIRLOIN FRIED PORK CHOPS BAKED POTATO FULL SALAD BAR
OPEN FOR DINNER ON GRAD WEEKS 1700-2000
FRIED CHICKEN BLACKENED FISH SHRIMP & GRITS FULL SALAD BAR HAPPY HOUR 1600-1800
SATURDAY
RESERVED FOR PRIVATE FUNCTIONS CALL 843-228-1559 FOR CATERING INFORMATION
SUNDAY
CLOSED
LUNCH BUFFET HOURS: TUESDAY-FRIDAY 1100-1300. ALL RANKS WELCOME. ADULTS $8.95 CHILDREN: AGES 0-5 FREE, AGES 6-12 $4.95.
SALAD BAR FEATURES:
FIELD GREENS, ROMAINE, SPINACH, CROUTONS, CHEDDAR CHEESE, HAM, GRAPE TOMATOES, RED ONION, CABBAGE, CUCUMBER, PEPPERS, BROCCOLI, CELERY, CARROTS, MUSHROOMS, EGGS, RAISINS, FRUIT SALAD, 2 SPECIALTY SALADS AND 4 DRESSINGS
lt $22.95 gAeds u6-12 $10.95 a under FREE 5 &
4 MARCH | ROUND TWO 1730-1830 COCKTAILS | 1830-2000 DINNER ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
REGISTER ONLINE AT TRADITIONSTHROWDOWN.EVENTBRITE.COM
Easter Brunch RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. CALL 843-228-1566
Sunday 27 March 1000-1300 Traditions, MCRD Parris Island
Easter Brunch Watch the chefs compete to create the best three course meal out of mystery ingredients in the second match of the four-round tournament. Who will win? YOU decide.
Become a fan of Traditions on Facebook! facebook.com/traditions.pi
Sunday 27 March 1000-1300 Traditions, MCRD Parris Island Easter Egg Hunt for the kids at 1130. Two age groups with different locations.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. CALL 843-228-1566 Full menu available at mccs-sc.com. JUNE 2012 MARCH 2016
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HILTON HEAD ISLAND WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL 7-12 March
8TH ANNUAL BEAUFORT TWILIGHT RUN & OYSTER ROAST 19 March
Hilton Head Island Wine and Food Festival features award-winning wines and the Lowcountry’s finest cuisine. From its origin as a one-day threehour tasting, the festival has now blossomed into a full week of events. The signature event, the Public Tasting, will have 250+ wines from all over the world. Pricing varies. For more information, visit hiltonheadwineandfood. com.
This USATF sanctioned running festival for all ages has a competitive 8K Run and 5K Run, a 5K Fun Walk and a 1/4 mile Kid’s Fun Run. The evening is capped off by a traditional Lowcountry Oyster Roast. The event is located in the village of Habersham and benefits Riverview Charter School in Beaufort. They will have special cash prizes for Active Duty military. For more information, visit beauforttwilightrun.com.
192ND ANNUAL SAVANNAH SAINT PATRICK’S DAY PARADE 19 March | 1015
HUNTING ISLAND ADVENTURE BIATHLON 26 March | 1100
Held in historic downtown Savannah, this three-hour parade is the 2nd largest in the U.S. and consists of more than 350 units, including several U.S. military divisions, award-winning bands and the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. For more information, visit savannahsaintpatricksday.com.
Participants will embark on a 6 mile paddle through the lagoon and Fripp Inlet followed by a 4.3 mile trail run through the maritime forest of Hunting Island State Park. This is an Adventure Race and you can expect some light challenges. Pricing varies. For more information, visit huntingislandbiathlon.com.
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MCAS CDC DR. SEUSS BIRTHDAY WEEK 1-4 March | 0930-1100 MCAS CDC
SPRING EGG HUNT CELEBRATION 24 March | 0930-1100 MCAS CDC
We’re celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday with a week filled with fun reading and art activities. Open only to enrolled patrons. For more information, call (843) 228-7538.
The children at the MCAS CDC will have an on-site Easter egg hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Open only to enrolled patrons. For more information, call (843) 228-7538.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION 17 March | 0930-1100 MCAS CDC
DROP-IN CARE Drop-in care is open to all eligible families Monday-Friday from 0500-1800. Drop-in care is $5.00 per hour of care. To enroll and make reservations, call (843) 228-7290.
We’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with games, art and crafts. Open only to enrolled patrons. For more information, call (843) 228-7538.
NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM PARENT INFANT MASSAGE 30 March | 1000-1100 | Family Service Center, 63 E. Laurel Bay Blvd.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM
NEW CLASS from New Parent Support Program. Call 843-228-6565 for more information or to register.
BOWLING WITH EFMP 10 March | 1700-1830 MCAS Bowling Center
Baby BOOT CAMP
Fun for the whole family! For more information, contact Jeanette Cruz at (843) 228-3849 or jeanette.l.smith@usmc-mccs.org. EARLY INTERVENTION WORKSHOP 17 March | 0900-1000 Family Service Center 63 E. Laurel Bay Blvd.
Basic Training for Expectant Parents
The Early Intervention Workshop covers information about service objectives, assessments and ongoing evaluation processes within early intervention services (EDIS and BabyNet) to support your child's success in learning. For more information, please contact Jeanette Cruz at (843) 228-3849 or jeanette.l.smith@usmc-mccs.org. EFMP MEET, GREET AND LEARN HOUR 24 March | 0900-1000 Family Service Center 63 E. Laurel Bay Blvd. The Meet, Greet and Learn Hour is a support group for Exceptional Families to network and receive new information and strategies for effectively addressing multiple complex issues affecting EFMs. For more information, please contact Jeanette Cruz at (843) 228-3849 or jeanette.l.smith@usmc-mccs.org.
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To register, or for information, please call 228-6565. Classes held on Tuesdays 0930-1130 at Laurel Bay Family Services Center. Please call for upcoming dates. The New Parent Support Program is here for YOU!
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MCRD PARRIS ISLAND
MCAS BEAUFORT
L.I.N.K.S. PRESENTS
2, 9 & 16 February 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 March 5, 19 & 26 April 3 & 10 May
Drill Instructors make Marines in 13 weeks. How much can you accomplish in the same time? During the 13 week challenge participants will learn more about the Drill Field, how to cope with stress associated with the Drill Field and receive information about MCCS resources. Each week participants will also take part in a fun activity. At the end of the 13 week challenge participants will receive a LINKS for Spouses certificate. 13 Week Challenge events are family friendly.
0900–1600
9 March MCFTB Office 20 July Laurel Bay Family Services Center 16 November Laurel Bay Family Services Center
You’ll soon be enjoying one of the most life-transforming experiences you’ll ever have. By investing yourself in this work session, you will learn the key principles of effectiveness that underlie effective, productive living. In addition, you’ll gain the skills and tools that will enable you to live the 7 Habits.
All sessions held from 0900-1200 at the Four Winds Family Readiness Center, MCRD Parris Island.
People who live highly effective lives know that habitually living by a few key principles of effectiveness allows them to get the results they want in their work and personal lives over and over again.
To register please contact Roxanne Farr at 843-228-1573 or farrre@usmc-mccs.org.
Register at:
facebook.com/mcftb.mcas.beaufort sevenhabits2016.eventbrite.com
For more info, contact Christopher Eiland at eilandCL@usmc-mccs.org or 843-228-7495.
13 WEEK CHALLENGE
7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE
1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 March | 0900-1200 Four Winds Family Readiness Center To register, please contact Roxanne Farr at 843-228-1573 or farrre@usmc-mccs.org.
9 March | 0900-1600 | MCAS MCFTB Office To register, visit sevenhabits2016.eventbrite.com. Call 843-228-7495 for more information.
For more information, please contact your MCRD MCFTB Team
For more information, please contact your MCAS MCFTB Team
Deanna Simpson – MCFTB Director – 843-228-1505 Camilla King – MCFTB Administrative Specialist – 843-228-1662 Ashley McCartney – Family Readiness Program Trainer – 843-228-1663 Becky Salazar – LifeSkills Program Trainer – 843-228-1570 Roxanne Farr – L.I.N.K.S. Program Trainer – 843-228-1573 Donna Andrews – Family Day Administrative Specialist – 843-228-1667
DaNeil Cox – MCFTB Director – 843-228-6504 Brittany White – MCFTB Administrative Specialist – 843-228-6141 DaNeil Cox – Family Readiness Program Trainer – 843-228-6141 Christopher Eiland – LifeSkills Program Trainer – 843-228-7495 Paula Dyson – L.I.N.K.S. Program Trainer – 843-228-7397 Tasha Smalls – Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer – 843-228-6793
MCFTB ONLINE
MCAS Facebook.com/mcftb.mcas.beaufort MCRD Facebook.com/mcftb.mcrdpi
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FREE BASIC SKILLS COURSE 4-22 April | 0800-1630 Bldg. 596, MCAS Beaufort
DISTANCE LEARNING Are you curious about trying an online college class? Distance learning is the preferred method for many people. Go to dantes.doded.mil/ service-members/prep-for-college/self-assessment/index.html to find out if you are a good candidate for online education.
Do you need a math and/or English refresher? The Military Academic Skills Program may be just what you need. This FREE 3-week course will strengthen your foundation and build your confidence to start a college course or complete required career testing. For more information or to sign up, please call (843) 228-7484.
COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY FINDER Go to vets.gov/gi-bill-comparison-tool for help choosing a quality college or university. EARN MORE MONEY FOR SPEAKING A SECOND LANGUAGE A Marine can potentially earn extra pay or college credit for their language skills! Call your education office and see if you qualify: (843) 228-7474 (MCAS) or (843) 228-2152 (MCRD).
ACCESSING HIGHER EDUCATION 3-4 March | 0800-1630 Bldg. 923, MCRD Parris Island 14-15 and 21-22 March | 0800-1630 Bldg. 596, MCAS Beaufort
WE’RE HERE TO HELP! The Education Specialists at your local installation Education Office are ready to provide you with educational advisements, help you choose a path, talk about ways to pay for it and proctor all sorts of tests and examinations. For more information please go to our website at mccs-sc.com/mil-fam/lifelong/index.shtml or call your local education office:
Accessing Higher Education (AHE) is a free, in-depth, 2-day class that covers getting started on your path to a college degree or certification. Space is limited and transitioning Marines have priority. For more information or to register, call (843) 228-7421 (MCAS) or (843) 2282086 (MCRD). CAREER AND EDUCATION FAIR 24 March | 1100-1400 All Weather Training Facility (AWTF), MCRD Parris Island
MCAS Beaufort • (843) 228-7421 Room 211, Bldg. 596 MCRD/ERR Parris Island • (843) 228-2086 Room 42, Bldg. 923
Employers and college/ universities will be at the Career and Education Fair with resources and information. Dress for success and bring your resume. We hope to see you there!
QUOTE OF THE MONTH “You never fail until you stop trying.” - Albert Einstein
KUDER® ASSESSMENTS In less than 30 minutes, Active Duty, Guard members, Reservists and service members in transition can take all three of the Kuder® Journey assessments to learn more about themselves. Taking the Kuder® Work Values Assessment (learn what’s most important to you), Kuder® Career Interests Assessment (connect your top interests with career clusters) and the Kuder® Skills Confidence Assessment-A (what do you believe you’re good at doing?) will kick-start exploration and encourage more career satisfaction. Log on to dantes.kuder.com to get started.
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Facebook.com/MccsScEducation The Education Services team posts updated education information, answers your questions and responds to your comments to better serve your needs. See you there!
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Monday 7 March
1100-1400 Parris Island Island Lyceum Lyceum Parris Hosted by ITT/ALL POINTS TRAVEL Come visit with travel & tourism vendors from around the Southeast region. Enter to win fun door prizes and learn more about some of the exciting destinations and travel opportunities that are available to you at ITT/All Points Travel!
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2016 PARRIS ISLAND SPRINT TRIATHLON 19 March | 0900
350+ triathletes will come to test their early season training at MCRD Parris Island. The triathlon will include a 500m swim, 10 mile bike ride and a 5k run. There will be 48 award categories and entry includes a catered post-race meal. Pre-registration is required by 9 March at 0900. To register, visit setupevents.com select SCTC & choose Parris Island Triathlon.
MOVIE THEATER HOTLINES: PARRIS ISLAND 843-228-1525 路 MCAS BEAUFORT 843-228-7183 JULY 2012 MARCH 2016
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SINGLE MARINE & SAILOR PR OGRAM
MARCH 2016 SMP EVENTS SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1 SMP MEETING 2
3
Brig & Brew 1000 Afterburners 1400
TEXAS HOLD’EM
6
7
Afterburners 1900
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NATIONAL READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY Laurel Bay Schools
TRIVIA WEDNESDAY Afterburners 1900
9
LUNCH TIME GAMING Afterburners 1100
13
14
Afterburners 1900
15
TRIVIA WEDNESDAY Afterburners 1900
16
Afterburners 1500
TEXAS HOLD’EM
Afterburners 1800
20
21
Afterburners 1900
22
KNOCKER SOCCER TOURNAMENT
TRIVIA WEDNESDAY Afterburners 1900
23
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED MCRD CDC EGG HUNT 0900
MCAS Football Field 1800
POOL TOURNAMENT TEXAS HOLD’EM Afterburners 1800
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28
CORN HOLE
Afterburners 1800
Afterburners 1900
29
TEXAS HOLD’EM Afterburners 1900
196
MOVIE NIGHT Afterburners 1900
11
12
Yemassee, SC 1700
TROOP APPRECIATION
CORN HOLE
5
TRIP TO HAROLD’S COUNTRY CLUB
Afterburners 1100
Afterburners 1800
4
10
NATIONAL OREO® COOKIE DAY
POOL TOURNAMENT TEXAS HOLD’EM
SATURDAY
TRIVIA WEDNESDAY Afterburners 1900
30
TRIVIA WEDNESDAY Afterburners 1900
Eligible Single Marines & Sailors can play golf at The Legends at Parris Island for $20.00 after 1300 seven days a week. Bowling: Friday 1600-2300 and Saturday 1300-2300. Movies: Thurs-Sun any movie FOR FREE. BRIG & BREW: 228-1544, SMP INFO: MCRD 228-1541, AFTERBURNERS: 228-6365, SMP INFO: MCAS 228-7405, MCCS-SC.COM
LUNCH TIME GAMING Afterburners 1100
MOVIE NIGHT Afterburners 1900
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY Afterburners 1900
LUNCH TIME GAMING Afterburners 1100
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY BUS
Afterburners 0900 Brig & Brew 0915
MOVIE NIGHT Afterburners 1900
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED MCAS CDC EGG HUNT 0900 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & SEAWORLD TRIP LUNCH TIME GAMING Afterburners 1100
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25
26
MOVIE NIGHT Afterburners 1900
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LUNCH TIME GAMING Afterburners 1100 Afterburners Recreation
Afterburners Snack Bar
Mon-Wed
Mon-Wed Thu-Fri Sat-Sun
Thu-Fri Sat-Sun
1100-1400 1600-2000 1100-2000 1300-2000
1600-2000 1500-2000 1300-2000
Brig & Brew Recreation/Snack Bar Closed for renovations.
SMP ELIGIBLE PATRONS INCLUDE: SINGLE MARINES AND SAILORS, GEOGRAPHICAL BACHELORS AND SINGLE PARENTS
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Easter Celebration 2016
Saturday 26 March 1000-1200 Laurel Bay Youth Center
4 EASTER EGG HUNT GROUPINGS Ages Ages Ages Ages
ACTIVITIES
3 and under ............... 1015 4-6 years.................... 1045 7-9 years.................... 1115 10-12 years ................ 1145
Bounces Houses Face Painting Cookies And more!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Open to all eligible patrons. Bring your camera to get pictures with the Easter Bunny! For additional information please contact Christina Swick at 843-228-7333 or swickcr@usmc-mccs.org.
Thanks to our event sponsors! Disclaimer: No Federal or DoD endorsement implied.
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