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ALSO in this issue... • Wellness Fair • Travel Ideas • Youth/Children • Recipes • Movie Theaters • and much more!
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY
FOOD AND HOSPITALITY, p. 4
FAMILY MATTERS, p. 8
June 20: Father’s Day Brunch, Traditions Wednesdays: Steak Night at Traditions Friday Evenings: Traditions Lounge will be open with free appetizers
June 7: VA Medical Records Review/DTAP June 8: Federal Employment Workshop June 8-11: Transition Assistance Program (TAP) June 10: Career Decision Making/Career Assessments June 14: DTAP/VA Medical Record Review June 15: Interviewing Strategies June 15-18: Transition Assitance Program (TAP) June 17: Survivor Benefit Plan June 21: Pre-Separation Brief June 21: Career Assessment Workshop June 22: Pre-Separation Brief June 22-24: Transition Assistance Program June 24: Resume Writing Workshop June 24: Federal Employment Workshop June 24: Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Workshop
HEALTH AND FITNESS, p. 5 June 2: Cardio H20 begins at PI Pool June 2-3: MCRD Parris Island Health & Wellness Fair June 5: Water Aerobics Begins June 12: 3rd Annual Fish Fest: Kid’s Fishing Tournament June 19: Fishing Tournament at Third Battalion Pond June 19: Summer Kids Night Out-Movie Club Tuesdays and Thursdays: Speed, Agility, and Quickness Fitness Class
SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM, p. 7 June 1: Texas Hold’em June 2: MCRD SMP Meeting June 2: MCAS SMP Meeting June 2: Sesame Street Vol. Needed June 3: Sesame Street Vol. Needed June 3: Karaoke with DJ Donna June 8: Texas Hold’em June 9: Road Trip to Success June 10: Karaoke with DJ Donna June 12: UFC115 June 15: Texas Hold’em June 16: MCRD SMP Meeting June 16: MCAS SMP Meeting June 16: Amer. Red Cross Blood Drive June 16: Karaoke/Open Mic Night June 16: Troop Appreciation June 17: Karaoke with DJ Donna June 19: The Ultimate Fighter Finale June 19: Food Drive June 22: Texas Hold’em June 24: Karaoke with DJ Donna June 26: Food Drive June 29: Texas Hold’em
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MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING, p. 9 June 1: Welcome Aboard- PI June 2: LifeSkills Strengthening Your Marriage Lunch Bunch-PI June 3: Hearts Apart: Deployment Support Group-MCAS June 7: L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Meeting-PI June 7: L.I.N.K.S. for Marines-MCAS June 8: VMFA(AW)-224 Pre-Deployment Brief-MCAS June 8: Hurricane Preparedness, 1000-1200, MCAS Welcome Center June 8-10: L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses-PI June 10: Family Readiness Volunteer Training-MCAS June 10: Hearts Apart: Deployment Support Group-MCAS June 10: L.I.N.K.S. Infomercial-PI June 15: LifeSkills Home Organization-PI June 16: Welcome Aboard-MCAS June 17: Command Team Training (Open Session)-MCAS
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June 17: Hearts Apart: Deployment Support Group-MCAS June 19: L.I.N.K.S. for VMFA-312 Spouses-MCAS June 22: VMFA(AW)-533 Command Team Training-MCAS June 22: DI School Meet & Greet-PI June 23: L.I.N.K.S. For MarinesSupport Bn-PI June 24: FRO Meeting/Resource Class-MCAS June 24: L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Appreciation Picnic-PI June 25: 4Lenses for Couples-PI June 26: L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Summer BBQ-MCAS June 28: LifeSkills Commissary Supermarket Sweep-PI June 29: LifeSkills Digital Photography-PI June 29: Family Readiness Support Council Meeting, 1030-1130, Officers’ Club June 30-July 1: PREP-MCAS
RETIRED ACTIVITIES, p. 10 TRAVEL IDEAS, p. 11 June 6: Mother and Son’s Day at the Diamond June 18: Wizarding World of Harry Potter Opens in Orlando, FL— Get your tickets at ITT
EDUCATION, p. 12 June: Registration is currently open for University of South Carolina Beaufort and Embry Riddle June 7: Summer Reading officially begins at the Libraries
CHILD, YOUTH AND TEEN, p. 14 June 2-3: Sesame Street USO Show June 5: CDC Babysitter Class
MCCS HAPPENINGS
COVER STORIES
NEW look Happenings has a new look
A Salute to Marine Corps History, Legacy, and Proud Identity
Limited Edition Full Color Issue
Traditions Restaurant has reopened with a fresh new look and identity. As the name suggests, Traditions was renovated and revamped to create a dining experience enhanced by time honored Marine Corps traditions. Various memorabilia, wall hangings, and even the logo are a tribute to the rich history of the Marine Corps.
Lunch Hours: Mon-Fri, 1100-1330 Also: • Steak Night returns Wednesdays in June, 1700-2000 • Traditions Lounge will be open every Friday evening with FREE appetizers
In honor of Happening’s new and improved redesign, we’ve printed this month’s issue in full color. Enjoy our new and improved issue, and tell us what you think at: Facebook.com/mccs.sc
Gates open at 1500 JUNE 2010
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NOW OPEN
MCRD Parris Island
Tel: 843/228-1500 Lunch Hours: Monday - Friday, 1100-1330, A la Carte Menu The Traditions Restaurant is a fine dining destination at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, South Carolina. A passion for quality ingredients, vibrant flavors and exceptional service make this an experience like no other. Traditions blends exquisite ambiance with delectable cuisine for both the conventional and adventurous diner. The restaurant’s historic building, constructed in the early 1900’s, provides beautiful marsh views and even the most discerning of palates will be satisfied by Traditions’ wide variety of menu options. Traditions Restaurant is open to the public Monday through Friday and for private or company parties. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome.
Father’s Day Brunch Sunday, June 20th at Traditions & Officers’ Club 2 Seatings: 1100 & 1300 Reservations required: 228-1500 (Traditions) & 228-7600 (O’Club) Walk-ins seated on a space-available basis OTHER NEWS: • Traditions Restaurant is holding Steak Night every Wednesday beginning 6/2 • Traditions Lounge will be open every Friday evening with FREE appetizers
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MCAS Semper Fit Physical Fitness Program
Water Aerobics Begins June 5th at the MCAS Station Pool, 228-7573 Mon, Wed and Fri at 1100 – Active Duty Only – no reservations required Saturdays at 1100 – All Hands – no reservations required Unit PT requests are welcome – reservation required - please send email request to: harriet.fisher@usmc-mccs.org or bergenlr@usmc-mccs.org Requests should include the following information: Unit, POC, POC Phone Number, Date for session, Time requested, Number of participants
Speed, Agility, and Quickness Series (new fitness class) 0600 Tuesdays and Thursdays at the MCAS Fitness Center Learn how to increase speed, coordination, agility, power and flexibility with participation in this program series. This progressive 4 week/8 session training program will allow each individual to develop skills at their own pace and learn valuable fitness fundamentals and techniques. You will learn speed, agility drills, and plyometrics. You will also learn how to use agility ladders, kettle bells, BOSU’s, hurdles, TRX, dumbbells, resistance bands, balance boards, body bars, medicine balls, and ammo cans to compliment or jump start your training program.
Beach Body Boot Camp Proves a Success MCRD Fitness Center is pleased to announce the amazing success of our recent Beach Body Boot Camp Class. Over 90 patrons registered in late March to begin six weeks of intense cardio and strength training The goal for each patron varied from losing a few inches and pounds to just sticking to an exercise program. Sessions were held three days a week in the mornings and evenings. Throughout the 6 weeks, participants were able to experience all of the many fitness classes that are offered on a regular basis at the Fitness Center. From rhythmic Zumba to cardio kickboxing, every class challenged the participants to run a little farther, kick a little harder and give a little more towards their goal. The results were remarkable. Every single participant lost weight or inches and in some cases both. Since the class was such a success, the Fitness Center plans to possibly continue the 0900 and 1645 sessions throughout the summer months. For more information, contact the PI Fitness Center at 228-1579. The sessions will now be called Summer Shape Up. Since each class is different, patrons will never know what to expect until they show up. “We are so excited to see the success of the Beach Body Boot Camp but more importantly we are able to help these men and women reach their goals” stated the Fitness Manager, Alicia Harris.
Take this convenient opportunity to check your current health and to get the latest information on various health-related topics. FREE mandatory briefs: Alcohol Awareness • Drug Prevention STD/HIV • Stress Management Suicide Prevention • Tobacco Cessation FREE bonus briefs: Hypertension • Injury Prevention Nutrition • Physical Fitness Presented by Semper Fit Health Promotion CHIP Mobile Wellness Unit of Beaufort Memorial Hospital is offering: FREE blood pressure checks FREE glucose screening FREE skin cancer checks FREE breast cancer screening
FREE Lunch presented by Single Marine Program
ALSO AVAILABLE: • Prostate exams $10 • PSA Lab Tests $10 • HbA1c Tests $10 • Lipid/Cholesterol Screening $10 * (*Please note, it is suggested you fast for 6 hours before being tested in order to assure an accurate reading)
The next Fitness Challenge will start in September to help patrons shape and tone for the Marine Corps Ball.
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At All Weather Training Facility Get 100% completion of your annual health education requirements per MCO P1700.29 all in one convenient place... contact your SFO
For more information, call Semper Fit Health & Fitness: 228-7616
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Movie Theaters Summer Kids Night Out June 19 1730-2200 MCAS Theater For Youth ages 5-12 Includes 2 films Dinner and snacks
Outdoor Rec 3rd Annual Kids Fish Fest June 12, 2010 1000-1300, Scouts Pond MCAS-Beaufort FREE for all eligible patrons between ages 3-18 Come celebrate National Fishing Week and Free Fishing Day in South Carolina. This annual celebration, sponsored by MCCS Outdoor Recreation and Tri-Command Housing, encourages kids and families to experience the enjoyment of fishing. Free hamburgers, chips and t-shirts for participants, SCDNR will be here with fishing simulator, waterslide and more. Register by June 9th online (http://www.mccssc.com/recreation/ outdoor_gear.asp) or at MCCS Outdoor Recreation building 1219 MCAS or at MCCS Recreation Department building 1219 Parris Island. Fishing Tournament at Third Battalion Pond June 19, 2010 900-1200, 3rd Battalion Pond Parris Island, for eligible patrons 18 & up MCCS Outdoor Recreation building 1219 MCAS 228-7472 Awards for the largest redfish and flounder caught. Cost $5.00 per person. Must register for tournament by June 17, 2010, at Outdoor Recreation Building 1219 Gordon St.
Healthy Recipes
Please register by June 14th at mccssc.com/theater or registration forms are available at the MCAS Theater For info contact: Yolanda Snell snellyp@usmc-mccs 228-7144
Edamame and Bean Salad with Shrimp and Fresh Salsa
Ingredients
Preparation
• 1/4 cup frozen shelled edamame • 1/2 cup chopped cooked small shrimp (about 3 oz) • 1/2 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained • 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped red onion • 1 teaspoon minced jalapeño pepper • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice • 1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil • 1/8 teaspoon salt
Cook edamame according to package directions.
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$5/youth Space is limited, and registration is required
Drain and rinse with cold water; drain. Combine edamame, shrimp, cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño pepper. Combine cilantro and the remaining ingredients, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle over edamame mixture, and toss gently to combine. Cover and chill. Nutritional Information Calories: 314 (29% from fat) • Fat: 10.1g (sat 1g,mono 5g,poly 1.2g) Protein: 28.1g • Carbohydrate: 28g • Fiber: 8.2g • Cholesterol: 167mg Iron: 5.8mg • Sodium: 803mg • Calcium: 94mg Maureen Callahan, Cooking Light, JULY 2004
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SINGLE MARINE & SAILOR PR OGRAM Fee includes: Box lunch/snacks Prizes & Bag Tag
Jr Golf Camp (ages 6-17)
The Legends at Parris Island For information and registration contactthe Legends Pro Shop, 843-228-2240
“Junior Legends” Camp (Beginners) $125/student n 0800-1300 Monday-Thursday n 14-17 June or 12-15 July n Registration Deadline: 7 June or July 5 “Junior Masters” Camp (Intermediate/Advanced) $150/student n 0800-1500 Monday-Friday n 21-25 June or 19-23 July n Registration Deadline: 14 June or 12 July
Single Marine Events Date 6/1/2010 6/2/2010 6/2/2010 6/2/2010 6/3/2010 6/3/2010 6/8/2010 6/9/2010 6/10/2010 6/12/2010 6/15/2010 6/16/2010 6/16/2010 6/16/2010 6/16/2010 6/16/2010 6/17/2010 6/19/2010 6/19/2010 6/22/2010 6/24/2010 6/26/2010 6/29/2010
Event Texas Hold’em MCRD SMP Meeting MCAS SMP Meeting Seasame Street Vol. Needed Seasame Street Vol. Needed Karaoke w/DJ Donna Texas Hold’em Road Trip to Success Karaoke w/DJ Donna UFC 115 Texas Hold’em MCRD SMP Meeting MCAS SMP Meeting Amer. Red Cross Blood Drive Karaoke/Open Mic Night Troop Appreciation Karaoke w/DJ Donna The Ultimate Fighter Finale Food Drive Texas Hold’em Karaoke w/DJ Donna Food Drive Texas Hold’em
SINGLE MARINE & SAILOR PR OGRAM Location Burners Brig N’ Brew Burners MCAS Theatre MCAS Theatre Brig N’ Brew Burners Brig N’ Brew Brig N’ Brew Burners Burners Brig N’ Brew Burners
Time 1900 1000 1400 0730-1300 1300-1600 1900-2300 1900 1130-1230 1900-2300 2200 1900 1000 1400 MCAS Exch. Parking Lot 1100-1500 Burners 1900-2300 Burners 1500-1700 Brig N’ Brew 1900-2300 Burners 2200 Laurel Bay/MCRD 0900-1200 Burners 1900 Brig N’ Brew 1900-2300 Laurel Bay/MCRD 0900-1200 Burners 1900
For more information about SMP, contact Brett Westerfield at 1541/7405.
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Bldg 553 across from MCAS Nature Trail
Movie Theater Pool Tables Two Stages WiFi / Laptops Video Games Outdoor Sports Four Bars: Tiki, Staff/NCO, Enlisted, Coffee/Juice
COMING
SOON MCCS MCCS HAPPENINGS HAPPENINGS
Career Resources
Résumé Writing Workshop Thursday, June 24, 1000-1200 MCAS BLDG 807 (IPAC) Room 33 For Military Spouses and family members 16 years and older Need employment assistance? We are here to help! Learn everything you need to create a winning résumé! We’ll cover how to effectively target employers, usage of cover letters and letters of recommendation. Also learn about tools to use for writing effective Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs).
MCAS Beaufort All held in Bldg 807 Call 228-7701/6670 for your seat
MCRD Parris Island All held in Bldg 923 Call 228-2761 for your seat
Jun 7 0800-1600
VA Medical Records Review/DTAP
Jun 8 1300-1600
Federal Employment
Jun 8-11 0800-1600
Transition Assistance Program (TAP)
Jun 10 1300-1600
Career Decision Making/ Career Assessments
Jun 15-18 0800-1600
Transition Assistance Program (TAP)
Jun 14 0800-1600
DTAP/VA Medical Record Review
Jun 21 1300-1500
Career Assessment Workshop
Jun 15 1300-1500
Interviewing Strategies
Jun 22 0730-1600
Pre-Separation Brief
Jun 17 1300-1600
Survivor Benefit Plan
Jun 24 0800-1600
Federal Employment Workshop
Jun 21 0730-1600
Pre-Separation Brief
Jun 24 0800-0930
Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Workshop
Jun 22-24 0800-1600
Transition Assistance Program
For more information please contact Veronica Perez, 228-6463, or email veronica.perez-romer@usmc.mil.
Port Royal Concert Series: Sol Driven Train
June 5th from 1830 -1900 The Port Royal Concert Series hosts Sol Driven Train. All concerts begin at 1830 in downtown Port Royal on Paris Ave.
Port Royal Concert Series: Town Mountain
June 19th from 1830-1900 The Port Royal Concert Series hosts Town Mountain. All concerts begin at 1830 in downtown Port Royal on Paris Ave.
The Habersham First Fridays June 4th from 1600-2100
You’ll find fresh produce, home baked and canned foods, artwork, flowers and other handcrafted, locally produced goods. Local musicians will provide music from 1600-1800, a band will provide live entertainment from 1800-2100, restaurants will be serving food, and there will be fun activities for the kids. JUNE 2010
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Please visit our website: http://mccs-sc.com/MCFTB/ Visit the MCFTB House Open House on Fridays from 1330-1630 Receive a free gift and learn more about MCFTB
L.I.N.K.S. for Teens at Bolden Middle School
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses (Food, Fun and Friends)
MCAS MentorTraining TeamRoom – Thanks June 8, Beaufort 9 & 10 fromL.I.N.K.S. 1700-2100 MCFTB Contact: Stan Becker, 228-1573, beckersj@usmc-mccs.org
487 Laurel Bay Blvd, Laurel Bay
for all you do!
MCAS Beaufort
MCRD Parris Island
03......Hearts Apart: Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1730-1900
1....................... Welcome Aboard, All Weather Training Facility, 1130-1300
07.............................L.I.N.K.S. For Marines, Corporals’ Course, 1000-1500
2................................LifeSkills Strengthening Your Marriage Lunch Bunch,
08........... VMFA(AW)-224 Pre-Deployment Brief, Officer’s Club, 1630-1900
.............................................................Douglas Visitors Center, 1130-1230
08............................ Hurricane Preparedness, Welcome Center, 1000-1200
7..... L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Meeting, MCFTB Training Rm, Bldg 172, 1300-1500
10............ Family Readiness Volunteer Training, MCFTB House, 0830-1230
8-10..... L.I.N.K.S. For Spouses, MCFTB Training Rm, Bldg 172, 1730-2100
10.....Hearts Apart: Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1730-1900
10..................... L.I.N.K.S. Infomercial, Douglas Visitors Center, 0630-1200
16............................................Welcome Aboard, Officers’ Club, 1030-1330
15.................... LifeSkills Home Organization, MCFTB Bldg 172, 1000-1400
17.........Command Team Training (Open Session), Wel. Center, 0900-1030
22..............................DI School Meet & Greet, DI Schoolhouse, 1500-1730
17.....Hearts Apart: Deployment Support Group, MCFTB House, 1730-1900
23............................. L.I.N.K.S. For Marines - Support Bn, TBD, 0800-1500
19............. L.I.N.K.S. for VMFA-312 Spouses, Welcome Center, 0830-1600
24......................................................L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Appreciation Picnic,
22......... VMFA(AW)-533 Command Team Training, Wel.Center, 0900-1030
..........................................................Hunting Island State Park, 1600-2100
24........................FRO Meeting/Resource Class, MCFTB House, 0900-1200 26....................L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Summer BBQ, MCFTB House, 1100-1400
25........................................... 4Lenses For Couples, Traditions, 1730-2130
29.... Family Readiness Support Council Meeting, Officers’ Club,1030-1130
28....LifeSkills Commissary Supermarket Sweep, MCRD Commissary, 1000-1200
6/30-7/1.....................................................PREP, MCAS Chapel, 0900-1600
29................... LifeSkills Digital Photography, MCFTB Bldg 172, 1000-1400
For more information, please contact your MCRD MCFTB Team Deanna Simpson, Director: 228-1505 Jennifer Carr, Administrative Specialist: 228-1662 Krissy Stewart, Family Readiness Program Trainer: 228-1663 Stan Becker, L.I.N.K.S. Program Trainer: 228-1573 Nicole Hardee, L.I.N.K.S. Administrative Specialist: 228-1573 Crystal Hundley, LifeSkills Program Trainer: 228-1570 Anne Doty, Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer: 228-1662
For more information, please contact your MCAS MCFTB Team
Melinda Henrickson – MCFTB Director – 228-6141 Julia Gwynn – L.I.N.K.S. Program Trainer – 228-7397 Brittany Coppinger – L.I.N.K.S. Administrative Assistant – 228-7362 Ligaya Lowe – Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer – 228-7311 Christina Swick – Readiness & Deployment Support Trainer – 228-6141 Roxanne Farr – LifeSkills Program Trainer – 228-7334 Ashton Pearce – Family Readiness Program Trainer – 228-7495
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ART FOSTER | MCAS BEAUFORT BLDG 703
Tricare Fee Increase Tricare beneficiaries will not be asked to accept fee increases in their military health care benefits unless lawmakers believe the Defense Department has exhausted all other cost-cutting measures, said a key senator whose support the Pentagon will need if increases in fees, co-payments and deductibles are ever to become law. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R0SC), senior Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee’s military personnel panel, said 24 MAR that he believes Tricare fees — unchanged since 1995 — probably need to increase as part of an effort to control health care costs. “I do not see how we can do this forever,” Graham said of the long¬standing freeze on Tricare fees. At the same time, Graham said, increases cannot be made lightly. “I want to be fair to those who served,” Graham said. The 2011 defense budget does not ask for increases in Tricare fees, but Defense Secretary Robert Gates has warned lawmakers that rising costs threaten to squeeze funding for other defense programs such as weapons modernization.
Health Care Reform The Tricare Affirmation Act (H.R.4887), aimed at protecting people in the military health care program from being penalized for not having private insurance, was signed into law 26 APR by President Obama. The new law provides a specific exemption for Tricare beneficiaries and for nonappropriated-fund civilian employees of the Defense Department from a requirement of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that will require people without minimal health cover to either buy private insurance or face a $750 penalty. Tricare health insurance is specifically defined by the law signed Monday as minimal essential coverage, which provides an exemption from the penalty. Rep. Ike Skelton (D-MO), the
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House Armed Services Committee chairm said his committee will consider legislation in May that would extend to Tricare beneficiaries one of the provisions of the new health reform law that allows unmarried children to remain covered by a parent’s insurance until age 26.
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health insurance program and reside with the military parent, unless the parent is deployed. But the coverage would not be free; a monthly premium would be charged, with the Defense Department determining the cost.
Proposed Bill Ensures Tricare Dependents Coverage Until Age 26 National health care reform has a key new benefit for families that will not apply to military families enrolled in the Tricare health insurance program. A key expansion of benefits in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, H.. 3590, is a requirement for health insurers to cover unmarried children up to the age of 26 who are carried on the policy of a parent. This change, like the rest of the bill, does not apply to Tricare, according to Defense Department and congressional sources. But congressional aides, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said several lawmakers have begun investigating how to alter Tricare so that it also covers older children who do not have their own coverage. Tricare health benefits for older children would not be free to their parents under a bill introduced in the House to ensure military parents are not left out of a key early benefit of the national health care reform bill. The Tricare Dependent Coverage Extension Act, introduced 24 MAR by Rep. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) requires Tricare to cover unmarried dependents up to the age of 26 if parents have Tricare and ask that their coverage be extended. That mirrors a provision of the broader health care reform law, formally called the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Currently, Tricare covers unmarried children up to age 23 if they are full-time college students and up to age 21 if they are not. Heinrich’s bill would limit benefits to unmarried dependents who are 26 or under, ineligible for an employer-provided
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Medicare Enrollment The Social Security Administration has streamlined the Medicare application process, making it convenient, quick and easy for qualified seniors to apply online for Medicare benefits—even if they’re not ready to retire. You just go to the online Medicare application site at https://secure. ssa.gov/apps6z/iClaim/rib, read the instructions, gather any information you need, and then fill out the online form. The Social Security Administration estimates that the whole process can take less than 10 minutes or as much as half an hour, but the average time is about 15 minutes. Once your application is submitted electronically that’s usually all there is to it. In most cases, there are no forms to sign and no documentation is required. The Social Security Administration will process your online application, contact you directly if they need more information, and mail your Medicare card when it’s ready. You don’t have to be retired or even planning to retire in the near future to sign up for Medicare benefits. In order to keep you up on military retiree news, some important articles will be posted on http://mccs-sc.com. Select “Retired Activities” on the top bar; Retiree News is listed in the right column.
MCCS HAPPENINGS
Mother and Sons Day at the Diamond Savannah, GA
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Sand Gnats
Bus will leave Parris Island MCX at 11 a.m. Games starts at 2 p.m.
Trip includes - lunch, meet & greet with players and run of the bases Tickets can be purchased at the ITT/All Points Travel office located in the Furniture Gallery
chartered bus $10.00 - bus riders are entered into 1st pitch drawing driving yourself $7.00 For more info, please call 228-1540 or visit our website at http://mccs-sc.com More Great Opportunities
The Wizarding World of
Harry Potter Theme Park
River Bank Zoo: Columbia, South Carolina ITT Gate Adults: $8.50 $9.75 Children (3-12): $6.50 $7.50
Save $1.25 $1.25
Carowinds: Charlotte, North Carolina ITT Gate Save Adults: $29.00 $50.27 $21.27 Sr. 62 Older or $22.50 23.53 $1.03 Junior under 48�
opens june 18
Six Flags Over Georgia: Atlanta, Georgia ITT Gate Save Adult and Child: $29.00 $42.79 $13.79 Ages 2 & Under: Free Free Free
Georgia Aquarium: Atlanta, Georgia Adult: Child 3-12:
ITT Gate Save $21.25 $27.00 $5.75 $16.00 $20.50 $4.50
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Universal Orlando, FL 1 Day Park to Park-- Adult 1 Day Park to Park-- Child 3 Day Park to Park-- Adult 3 Day Park to Park-- Child
ITT Price $107.00 $97.00 $135.00 $120.00
Gate Price You Save $109.00 $2.00 $99.00 $2.00 $139.00 $4.00 $124.00 $4.00
Remember you are receiving an even greater savings because ITT purchases are tax free. Please visit or call the ITT office for more information on these events and the many other event tickets we offer. ITT offers nationwide information, tickets, and tours. Have a destination you’d like to visit? Check with ITT to see if we offer special pricing in that area. MCRD Parris Island, SC, 843-228-1540, (Located in the Furniture Gallery) MCAS Beaufort, SC, 843-228-7769, (Located in the Exchange) JUNE 2010
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The University of South Carolina Beaufort is accepting applications for the 2010 summer and fall semesters. Summer I semester begins May 31 through June 29; Summer 8 week courses begin May 31 through July 22; Summer II classes begin July 6 through August 4; and Summer 10 week courses begin May 31 through August 4. The 2010 fall semester classes begin August 19, 2010. Active military students and family members wishing to apply for admission should be making appointments with counselors on base and/or the South Campus regarding their application process, tuition assistance if applicable, and academic advisement. On Parris Island, call Mr. Les Brediger at 208-8149; (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) at the Marine Corps Air Station call Mr. Brediger at 228-7499 (Tuesday-Thursday) or call the Military Coordinator’s cell phone at 843-368-8211.
Registration is open for the Embry Riddle Aeronautical University MCAS Beaufort May 31-Aug 1 term. Beaufort classes are one night a week for a nine week period in building #596 Geiger Blvd, MCAS. Online classes are also available beginning the fifteenth of every month. The classes you take can contribute to a college degree (Associates, Bachelors, Masters degree in Professional Aeronautics, or Technical Management) or an A&P license certificate. The cost of your classes is 100% covered by tuition assistance. To apply, go to www.erau.edu/beaufort and click “apply now,” or visit 596 Geiger Blvd, MCAS, Room 210, and let us personally help you. Embry Aeronautical University is the #1 aeronautical university in the world. Take advantage of our location’s convenience and tuition assistance. Each military fiscal year you are eligible for $4500 to use towards your education. You also may be able to translate your military experience into credits towards a college degree.
Continuing students should meet with their academic advisor soon to discuss summer and fall class offerings. The University is expanding 8 week course offerings at the Historic Beaufort Campus on Carteret Street in downtown Beaufort along with the traditional 16 week semesters to insure students have a wide range of course selection. The University of South Carolina Beaufort welcomes you to our full service campuses both here in Beaufort and in Bluffton at the Gateway to Hilton Head Campus. On site financial aid counselors are available for your convenience.
The combination of a college degree and a military background can prepare you for anything and take you anywhere. The Career Resources sky is the limit! It is your choice if you want to soar. Give us a call at 228-7585 or email us at beaufort. center@erau.edu, and become an Embry Riddle Aeronautical University student today. JUNE 2010
New phone number for the Parris Island Office is 843-208-8149.
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Summer Reading Program
New at the Library
Our Summer Reading Program this year is Voyage to Book Island. The program officially begins on June 7, 2010 and continues for 8 weeks. Please come by either library to sign up and win some great prizes. Teens and Adults are both welcome to read the summer away. Prizes will be awarded for these levels as well.
Adults Bite Me: A Love Story by Christopher Moore. An imaginative, often hilarious account of the young, the goth, and the fanged in the City by the Bay. Switch: How to Change Things When Change is Hard by Chip Heath and Dan Heath. The Heaths show how to make lasting changes in our companies, in our communities, and in our own lives by uniting the rational and emotional minds to achieve dramatic results.
The Sandbox “The Sandbox”, an interactive children’s museum on Hilton Head, South Carolina has some great activities and programs coming up for the month of June. • Mondays, 0930 “Get Fired up” w/ Pottery (beg 6/21; $10 includes admission) • Tuesdays, 0930-1000 Baby Sign Language class ($10 fee covers admission) • Tuesdays, 1000-1030 Basic Language for Kids (included w/admission) • Wednesdays 1800-2100 “Parents Night Out-Kids Night In” ($25-$30/child) • Thursday, 1030-1130 Weekly “Imagination Hour” (included w/ admission) • June 4, 1730-1930 Family Fun Night w/ the Comedy Club & Rich Hubbard (free)
A Bookworm’s Recommendations This month’s pick: Pope Joan by Donna Woolfolk Cross Pope Joan is the story of Joan of Ingelheim, who would later become the first and only female pope. Joan was born to a minor Catholic priest and his Saxon wife in the ninth century. After the death of her brother John, she assumes the identity of John Anglicus and joins the monastery of Fulda in Hesse, Germany. Joan becomes a priest, but is forced to flee when she falls ill and her secret is about to be revealed. She travels to Rome, where she becomes the confidant and personal physician of Pope Sergius II. After Sergius’ death, Joan continues this role for the next Pope, Leo IV. When Leo dies, Joan is chosen to be the next Pope. She rules for three years, until her death. If you like this book, please try these authors of historical fiction: Colleen McCullough, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Gillian Bradshaw, Jean M. Auel, Anita Diamant, Diana Gabaldon, Philippa Gregory
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The Double Comfort Safari Club by Alexander McCall Smith. In another touching and dramatic No. 1 detective agency novel, Precious Ramotswe deals with issues of mistaken identity and great fortune against the beautiful backdrop of Botswana’s remote and striking Okavango Delta.
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Token of Darkness by Amelia AtwaterRhodes. Cooper Blake has everything going for him—until he wakes from a car accident with his football career in ruins and a mysterious, attractive girl by his side. Cooper doesn’t know how Samantha got there or why he can see her; all he knows is that she’s a ghost, and the shadows that surround her seem intent on destroying her. Thirteen Days to Midnight by Patrick Carman. You are indestructible. These are the words that transfer an astonishing power to Jacob Fielding that changes everything. After all, there’s something addictive about testing the limits of fear, experiencing the thrill of walking through fire, or saving your friend from a beating in front of the whole school. Willow by Julia Hoban. Seven months ago, on a rainy March night, sixteen-year- old Willow’s parents drank too much wine and asked her to drive them home. They never made it—Willow lost control of the car and her parents died in the accident. Now she has left behinr old home, friends, and school, and blocks the pain by secretly cutting herself. But when Willow meets Guy, a boy as sensitive and complicated as she is, she begins an intense, life-changing relationship that turns her world upside down. For more of our new titles visit our website at:
www.mccssc.com/lifelong/libraries.html
MCCS HAPPENINGS
Parris Island CDC The Parris Island Child Development Center has openings for 1 and 2 year olds, but both centers are accepting requests for care.
Military Spouses Work at Home! Become a Family Child Care (FCC) Provider. Stay home with your own children, while providing childcare for other military families. Our certification process teaches you to operate your business as a FCC childcare provider. Am I Eligible? To become a certified Family Child Care provider, you must: • • • •
Be at least 18 years of age Have a H.S. diploma or GED Be literate in English Have successful PMO background screening for (both spouses)
Saturday Hourly Care Available between 0800-2200. Reservations by Wednesday each week will help us adequately schedule the centers, however reservations are not required. Call MCRD Parris Island 843/228-3514 or MCAS Beaufort 843228-7290 for space availability.
Family Child Care Enroll Your Little Ones Today! Are you looking for home child care filled with love? Would you like to experience Excellence in Family Child Care? Our certified providers are located within the Tri-Command. Call Janet Knotts, Family Child Care Director at 843-846-2270 for more information.
Babysitter class Come find out what it takes to be a good babysitter, and learn how to be one. June 5: Ages 11 to 17 at MCRD Parris Island Child Development Center. $20
How do I get started? Enroll in one of our 2010 FCC New Provider Orientation Weeks offered: • • •
July 12 – 16 September 13 -17 November 15-19
Classes run M-F 0900-1700. Cost for the week is $45 and includes CPR & First Aid Certification classes. Pick up a registration packet today at Laurel Bay Child Development Center’s Front Desk. For more information, call Janet Knotts, Family Child Care Director at 843-846-2270. JUNE 2010
Sesame Street USO Experience Sesame Street and the USO are bringing the furry, fuzzy, and friendly muppets to our military families. Free admission for military families and their children. Show times are 1400 and 1800 at the MCAS Fitness Center, June 2 and 3. 14
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