March 2015 mwr hawaii
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March 1st Baby Sitting and CPR Classes for Teens Registration @ Bennett Youth Center Is your 12-18 year old interested in Baby-Sitting? SKIES Unlimited offers a free baby-sitting and CPR/ First Aid course monthly. After class completion, 13 and over students will be added to our super- sitter referral list. Class participation requires registration by a parent/guardian with Army CYS, Parent Central Services. The next sessions are listed below, register today! Apr 1 & 8: 4 - 7 PM Babysitting; Apr 15 & 22: 4 - 7 PM CPR/First Aid; May 6 & 13: 4 - 7 PM; Babysitting; May 20 & 27: 4 - 7 PM CPR/First Aid For more information please call 808-655-9818. March 1st Army Emergency Relief (AER) Early Donation @ Army Community Services DONATE NOW if you plan to be out of the Schofield area, TDY or deployed between Mar 6 - May 15. Pick up a donation form at Army Community Service (ACS) Bldg 2091 Schofield Barracks or at the Community Readiness Expos held at the Nehelani Banquet and Conference Center. Please turn in all completed donation forms to ACS. For more information contact the AER Officer at 655-7132. March 1st Pottery Wheel Throwing @ SB Arts and Crafts Center Create a beautiful vase or decorative bowl at the Pottery Wheel Throwing sessions! These workshops happen on Tuesdays from 5 - 8 PM & Sundays from 11 AM - 3 PM. For more information, call 655-4202 for more information. March 2nd First Termers Financial Training @ ACS, Financial Resilience Center This workshop focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal responsibility. The goal is to encourage these Soldiers and Families to understand their personal finances and learn tools for financial success. This is a mandatory program of instruction for First Term Soldiers offered every Monday (except Federal Holidays). Soldiers must bring an EOM LES. A certificate is awarded to each participant who completes the 8 hours of instruction.
March 6th EDGE Home School Art Workshops @ Schofield Arts & Crafts Center Open to CYS registered Youth & Teens (1st -12th grade). Join us for a fun workshop and bring your creative side at the Arts & Crafts Center 9:30 - 11 AM! Deadline to sign-up, is the Wednesday prior to class. For more information call 655-9818. Mar. 6th & 13th - Acrylics Painting on Canvas Panels; $15 per child, includes all supplies. Sign up today! For more information call 655-9818. Mar. 20th & 27th - Build your Own Ukulele; $40 per child, includes all supplies. March 7th Hike and Whale Watch @ Outdoor Recreation One of the world’s largest and most majestic creatures is right on our doorstep here in Hawaii, the Humpback Whale. Come with Outdoor Recreation as we hike and whale watch, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to see nature at its finest. Outdoor Recreation will provide transportation and guides; all you need to bring is water, snacks, sunscreen, and a good camera or set of binoculars. Fee is only $20 per person. Must sign up by Friday at noon the day before the program. For more information call 808-655-9046. March 10th Quilting & Sewing Workshops @ SB Arts and Crafts Center Come gather together and learn how to make quilts; enjoy quality time with others while quilting at the Quilting & Sewing sessions! These workshops are held on Tuesdays from 5 - 8 PM. For more information, call 655-4202 for more information. March 11th EDGE Home School Yak Board & Boogie Board @ Outdoor Recreation In partnership with Outdoor Recreation, join us for an Yak board & Boogie board adventure! Participants should be in the 1st - 12th grade. Yak boarding participants must be 10 years and above and proficient swimmers. Meet at Outdoor Rec at 9:30 AM each day of this two-day series; March 11th & 25th. The cost for this outdoor adventure is $20 per child. Please call 655-9818 for more information.
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March 11th Teen Manga Club @ SGT Yano Library, SB SGT Yano Library Teen Manga Club presents Manga Meet Up. Join us this Teen Tech Week and meet local manga artist Audra Furuichi, the author of Nemu Nemu at SGT. Yano Library at 3 PM. She will be discussing her artwork and technology she uses to create her manga. Call 655-8002 to reserve a seat. In the meantime, get your Manga fix by joining us for our regularly scheduled Teen Manga Club every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 3 - 3:45 PM to talk about how to improve the manga collection, share artwork, and other activities. Open to children ages 12-17. March 11th Cooking Club for Teens @ Fort Shafter Teen Lounge The Fort Shafter Teen Lounge is looking for teens that enjoy cooking, want to learn new recipes, want to participate in food tours and shows, and earn cooking award points towards reward excursions. The Cooking club meets every Wednesday, at 3 - 4 PM. Call the Teen Manager at 438-6470 for more information. March 13th Right Arm Night @ Hale Ikena, Fort Shafter Kick back with your “Right Arm” with drink specials and a pupu buffet! Event starts at 5pm. Spouses and DoD Civilians welcome. Play in the Texas Hold’em Tournament for prizes! Please call 655-4466 for more information. Which unit has the most pride? Bring your “right arm” out to compete for the $100 MWR Buck prize! This is an ADULT EVENT. March 14th A Night In Paris @ Leilehua Golf Course - Banquet Room Schofield Barracks Youth Center presents, A Night In Paris! This spring ball is for youth to socialize and dress up for a change from our regular casual dances held at the center. Youth can get away for a night of the grand & luxury experience of Paris. This event is open to all CYS Services registered youth 6th through 12th grade. Evening will be held 6 to 9:30 PM. Cost is $20 per person and includes dinner and dance. Limited seating available, as ticket sales ending March 6th. Register early, first come, first served! Registration must be done at Parent Central Services on Schofield Barracks or on Fort Shafter.
(Payment code 925602) This is a semi-formal event so please dress appropriately. USAG-HI dress code is enforced. Please call 655-0451 for more information. March 14th MWR Excess Property Sale @ Fort Shafter Flats, BLDG 1598 Family and MWR will be holding its annual SALE OF EXCESS INVENTORY! Items will be sold at DEEP DISCOUNTS. All sales are FINAL and in AS IS condition. CASH or CREDIT CARD ONLY will be accepted. Purchase almost new and slightly used items including, furniture, kitchen & restaurant items, gym/recreation equipment, video games, movies and so much more. Four vehicles will also be auctioned by closed bid. The bids will be placed in a sealed envelope and the highest bidder will be able to purchase the vehicle (minimum bids required). Open to the public. To view a full list of items please visit http://www.himwr.com/images/ latest_news/naf/NAF-Sale-List-2015.pdf . For more information please visit http://www.himwr. com/special-events/latest-news-and-specialevents/community-news/1352-mwr-excessinventory-sale or call 808-438-3492. March 17th Home Alone Workshop @ Family Advocacy Program, ACS Join us 9 AM - 12 PM for a fun and interactive workshop that provides parents and children with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to stay home alone. Children ages 10 to 12 years old will learn tools to make responsible decisions as they prepare to stay home without parents present. Topics include: First Aid, Fire Safety, Stranger Awareness and Internet Safety. A parent must attend this class with their child. To sign-up or more info please call 655-4ACS.* Nine yearolds within three months of their 10th birthday are allowed. March 17th CYS Youth Sports Mini Soccer Registration Youth Sports & Fitness Mini Sports Soccer Program is open to children born 2010 - 2011. This is a great opportunity for children in these age groups to gain the basic understanding of soccer. Program will cover dribbling, passing, throw-ins and many other skills of the sport. Cost is $20 and includes a child and parent t- shirt and a sports ball. Registration ends April 7th & program will
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run April 23rd – June 11th. This program will be conducted at Schofield Bennett Youth Center & AMR Youth Centers Ball Fields. Register at your nearest CYS Parent Central Services, or call 6556465 for more information. March 17th Shamrock Headband Make & Take @ SGT Yano Library, SB Enjoy your Irish! Make a shamrock headband to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. Free and no registration required. Make and take from 2:30 to 3:45 PM. Appropriate for ages 5 and up, children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. For information call 655-8002. March 17th Torch Club @ Fort Shafter Teen Lounge The Torch Club is looking for volunteer teen leaders. Torch Club members help plan and organize teen events, manage the teen lounge, attend leadership camps and trips, meet new teens and have fun participating in leadership and social activities. Meetings are held once a week 3:30 PM at the Fort Shafter Teen Lounge. Call 438-6470 for more info. March 17th Wear Green, Save Green @ Schofield Bowling Center Come join us for our St. Patty’s Day celebration to enjoy green beer, food specials, and awesome prize give-a-ways! Plus, all bowlers wearing green will receive 1 free game of bowling! Call 655-0573 for more information. March 18th Afterschool - Betsy Ross @ Fort Shafter Library Come to the library to hear about Betsy Ross and how she played a part in American history and then make your very own flag to take home! All supplies are provided, no registration needed. Program begins at 3 PM. Call 438-9521 for more information. March 19th Climbing 101 @ Health and Fitness Center Want a unique full-body workout? Come learn the basics of climbing a stationary wall with a pro. Don’t have the right shoes? Don’t worry, we have most sizes, and both instruction and shoes are included in the $15/per person cost. Class is held 1:30-3 p.m. For more information call 655-9046.
March 20th Intramural Men’s & Women’s Indoor Soccer Tournament APPLICATIONS DUE @ USAG-HI Sports, Fitness, & Aquatics Office DATES: April 6-17 2015 ELIGIBILITY: Battalion, Separate Company Level Active Duty Army, USAR, and Army National Guard units within the geographical limits of Hawaii may enter one team. ENTRY DEADLINE: All completed applications must be received by the USAG-HI Sports, Fitness, & Aquatics Office, 730 Leilehua Ave, BLDG 645, Room 2, Schofield Barracks, no later than 4pm. Applications may also be faxed to 655-8012 or scanned/emailed to your area Tournament Sports Director. ORGANIZATION MEETING: Thursday, March 26, 2015, 2 PM at SGT Yano Library Main Conference Room, BLDG 560, Schofield Barracks. March 21st Intro to Surfing @ Outdoor Recreation Center Learn to surf like a Local with Outdoor Recreation for only $59 per/person! Come join Outdoor Recreation on the south shores of Oahu at White Plains from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. This is a great beginner location for all ages. Outdoor Rec. will provide the transportation, equipment, and instruction. All you need to bring is water, snacks, and sunscreen. Must sign up by Friday at noon the day before the program. For more information call 808-655-9046. March 21st Manga Club Cosplay Party @ SGT Yano Library The SGT Yano Library’s Teen Manga Club will be throwing a Cosplay Party. Dust off your costume and let your creativity fly. Cosplay is activity where people dress up in their favorite animated character. The event will include face painting, graffiti boards, a poster contest, of course a costume contest and other games. The party will be from 1 - 3 PM. Please call 655-8002 to register or for more information. March 27th AMR Teen Social @ AMR Youth Center Refreshments available! Live Teen DJ & Prizes all night 7 - 9:30 PM! Open to all youth 6th - 12th grades. Military or School ID required. Tickets are $4 CYSS members & $5 Non-CYSS members. For more info, contact the AMR Youth Center 833-0920.
March 27th Hawaiian Luau Lunch Buffet @ Kolekole and Mulligan’s Bar & Grill Enjoy delicious local style food every last Friday of the Month from 11 AM - 1 PM. Cost is $14.95 per person. Call Kolekole Bar & Grill at 655-4466 or Mullingan’s at 438-1974 for reservations or more information. March 27th Right Arm Night @ Nehelani, Schofield Barracks Kick back with your “Right Arm” with drink specials and a pupu buffet! Event starts at 5pm. Spouses and DoD Civilians welcome. Play in the Texas Hold’em Tournament for prizes! Please call 655-4466 for more information. Which unit has the most pride? Bring your “right arm” out to compete for the $100 MWR Buck prize This is an ADULT EVENT. March 28th Stand-Up Paddle Boarding 101@ Outdoor Recreation Come learn the art of Stand-Up Paddle Boarding with Outdoor Recreation as we cruise the Anahulu River on the North Shore of Oahu from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM! This location is great for the whole family and usually has many opportunities for turtle spotting. Outdoor Rec. will provide the transportation, equipment, and instruction for only $59/per person. All you need to bring is water, snacks, and sunscreen. Must sign up by Friday at noon the day before the program. For more information call 808-655-9046. NEW AND ONGOING ACTIVITIES Bar Renovation @ Tropics Recreation Center The Tropics kitchen will be CLOSED for RENOVATION. The Tropics Ono Snack Bar will be open with a LIMITED MENU serving beverages and snacks ONLY. The Grand Re-Opening of the Tropics Snack Bar is scheduled for April 2015. What will YOU get with this renovation? - A brand new FULL BAR - Redesigned bar layout - Additional TV screens behind the bar - Upgraded beverage and food menus - A nice, new play to relax after work! For more information, call 655-5698. “Like”
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Tropics on Facebook to keep posted with the renovation status! Search “Tropics Hawaii” to find them. New! Mexican Cuisine Lunch Buffet @ Hale Ikena, Fort Shafter Every Tuesday, enjoy a delicious Mexican Cuisine buffet, featuring Beef Tacos w/Fixing & Hard/Soft Shell, Chicken Fajitas w/Flour Tortilla, Spanish Rice/ Refried Beans, Buttered Corn, Soup, & Salad for only $10.95. Buffet is open 11 AM - 1 PM. Call 438-1974 for more information. Preschool Story Time @ SGT Yano Library & @ FT Shafter Library Take your toddlers (ages 3-5) to FREE story time at the library for dancing, reading, and crafts! A different theme and story each week! For SGT Yano Library Story Time will be held on Wednesdays’, March 4th & 18th beginning at 10 AM. Call 655-8002 for more information. For Fort Shafter Library, Story Time will be held on Tuesdays’, March 3rd & 17th beginning at 10 AM. Call 438-9521 for more information. NEW! Work Week Lunch @ Kolekole Bar & Grill and Mulligan’s Bar & Grill Enjoy lunch from 11 AM - 1 PM for ONLY $10.95 per person. Order off the menu or help yourself to the delectable, multi-item buffet. Call 655-4466 (SB) or 438-1974 (FS) for more information. Check out http://www.himwr.com/dining/kolekole-bara-grill/kolekole-lunch-buffet & http://www.himwr. com/dining/hale-ikena/hale-ikena-lunch-buffetmenu for the week’s current lunch specials. New! Soul Food Lunch Buffet @ Hale Ikena, Fort Shafter Every last Wednesday of the month enjoy traditional & tasty selections, featuring all southern-style “Soul Food”! This special, freshlyprepared buffet style menu will not leave you disappointed! Cost is $14.95 per person. Call your “House with a View,” Hale Ikena for lunch buffet reservations or more information at 438-1974. NEW! Mango Languages @ Army Hawaii Libraries Interested in learning a foreign language? Mango Languages is a fun, fast, and effective way to learn a new language with over 60 foreign language
courses and 17 English lessons available. Set-up an account via the libraries’ web catalog, http:// dodhawaiilibraries.org. Select the “eResources” tab, and then Mango Languages from the database list. You will need your web login and PIN number. NEW! Auto Repairs Service @ Schofield Barracks Auto Skills Center Auto Repairs services now offered by TECHCENTER HAWAII! Quality Repairs at Affordable Prices! For more information call 888-2931 or 769-7454. Available at Schofield Barracks Auto Skills only. New! CYS SERVICES SKIES Unlimited NEW Programs @ Schofield & AMR Studios SKIES Unlimited NEW Programs. Spanish: Do you want to learn Spanish. We will be offering Spanish for 18 months - 18 years of age soon at our AMR and Schofield SKIES Studios. $55 per month per child. Yoga Dance Class: Yoga Dance class for 3 - 18 years old and The Art of Middle Eastern Dance for 5 - 18 years at our AMR and Schofield SKIES Studios. $35 per month per child. Vocal Technique - Do you love to sing? Come out and join our Vocal Technique class and sing the night a-way. Class meets on Fridays from 5:30 6:30 PM at the SKIES Studio. Open to children 6 - 18 years old. $35 per month per child. Call 808-655-9818 for more information NEW! Universal Class @ Army Hawaii Libraries Learn something new today! Universal Class offers over 500 online courses on a wide range of subjects. Courses are available 24/7, instructor led, and self-paced. Minimum high school reading and writing level recommended. Universal Class is FREE to library account holders. Set-up an account via the libraries’ web catalog, http://dodhawaiilibraries.org. Select the “eResources” tab, and then Universal Class from the database list. Enter “AKO” if prompted for library access code.
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES Laser Engraving Craft Supplies Custom Picture Instruction Framing Do-it-yourself Farewell & Work area Recognition Awards Handmade Youth Trophies crafts & gifts Birthday parties CLASSES These classes and more are available at your Arts & Crafts Center: Sewing & Quilting Youth art classesSKIES & EDGE Ceramic Mold Pouring Lei making Pottery Wheel ribbon or straw leis Throwing Mom & Tots class Paint & take ceramic pieces Hand building clay workshop
NEW! CYS SERVICES SKIES Unlimited School of Art @ Schofield & AMR Studios Has your child always wanted to learn to play the guitar, drums or keyboard? Classes are now offered on Schofield on Tuesdays for 7-18 year olds. Rock School is offered at the AMR SKIES Studio on Wednesdays at 3 PM. Classes are open to CYS SERVICES registered children, and are $55 per month. Call 655-9818 for more information.
AMR. Office hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 AM - 4 PM. The office is located in Bldg 1782 next to the SKIES studio.
NEW! Games, Activities, & Tournaments @ Tropics Recreation Center Come any time to enjoy the variety of activities available at Tropics! We have Xbox, Playstation, Darts, Pool, Chess, Sand Volleyball, Poker, and Ping Pong! Be sure to check in to see when Tropics is hosting tournaments! For more information, call 655-5698.
SKIES Unlimited Hula Classes @ Schofield & AMR Offering Hula on Saturday mornings at AMR, 8:30 AM & Hawaiian Culture at AMR, 10:45 AM. Hula 101 at 9:15 AM, 10 AM Intermediate Class, beginner on Wednesdays, on Schofield at 3:30 PM Hula 101, 4:15 PM beginner, 5 PM intermediate; 5:45 PM advanced. Classes are $35 per month. Call 655-9818 for class availability or log onto the www.himwr.com website for more details.
NEW! CYS SERVICES SKIES Unlimited School of Sports & Fitness Programs @ Schofield Barracks & AMR Studios Kenpo Karate: Tuesdays & Thursdays at SB for 5-18 year olds. Lil Ninjas class: 3-5 year olds, Mondays & Wednesdays at AMR and Wednesday and Saturdays at SB. Taekwondo: 6-18 year olds Mondays & Wednesdays at AMR and Tuesdays and Thursdays at SB. Call 655-9818 for class availability or log onto the http://www.himwr.com/skies for more information. NEW! Big Brother Big Sister Military Mentoring Program Registration @ CYS SERVICES School Liaison Office Youth ages 9 - 17 of active duty military personnel are encouraged to participate in the Big Brother Big Sister Military Mentoring Program (BBBSMMP). Military youth can be matched with a military or civilian adult that can serve as a mentor for them to assist in their personal development emotionally, mentally, and physically. Contact the School Liaison Office at 655-8326 to sign up to be a youth or adult mentor in the program. CYS Services School Liaison Office OPEN @ AMR The USAG-HI School Liaison Office is open at
SKIES Unlimited Theatre Class @ Schofield Barracks Studio Do you have the Golden Ticket? Would you like a tour of the Chocolate Factory? Be a part of the next SKIES Unlimited Theatre Production. For more information call 808-655-9818.
Pacific Teen Panel @ AMR/ FT. Shafter Teen Centers Pacific Teen Panel is looking for interested teens that want to serve on the PTP (Pacific Teen Panel) for the AMR/Tripler/Ft. Shafter communities. Must be CYS SERVICES registered, in the 9 11th grade and participate in youth activities. PTP participants are advocates for their peers participating in monthly teleconference calls or video teleconference with other youth in the Pacific. For more info, call the AMR Youth Center at 833-0920 or Ft. Shafter Middle School and Teen Program at 438-6470. Taco Tuesday Night @ Kolekole Bar & Grill Every Tuesday Night, enjoy three Tacos, Rice and Beans for only $4.99. Call 655-4466 for more information.
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U.S. Army Hawaii COMMUNITY READINESS EXPO Join us to learn about Army community services, resources, and up coming special events from service agency representatives. Nehelani Banquet & Conference Center 1249 Kolekole Avenue Schofield Barracks, Hawaii 96857 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Thursdays Information: 808.655.4ACS (4227)
The party begins at 6 PM. For more info contact 655-1711
INDIVIDUAL EVENTS: MARCH 16 - 21 Wear Green, Save Green @ Schofield Bowling Center: March 17th, 9 AM - 10 PM. Come join us for our St. Patty’s Day celebration to enjoy green beer, food specials, and awesome prize give-a-ways! Plus, all bowlers wearing green will receive 1 free game of bowling! For more info, call 655-0573. St. Patrick’s Day @ SGT Yano Library: March 17, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM Enjoy your Irish! Make a shamrock headband to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. Appropriate for ages 5 and up. Free, no registration required. For more info, call 655-8002. Pre-School Story Time @ Ft. Shafter Library: March 17, 10 - 10:45 AM Children 3-5 years old listen to stories, sing and dance, and make a craft. For more info, call 438-9521. Pre-School Story Time @ SGT Yano Library: March 18, 10 - 10:45 AM Children 3-5 years old listen to stories, sing and dance, and make a craft. For more info, call 655-8002. Home Alone workshop: March 17, 9 AM – NOON, ACS, Bldg. 2091, Schofield Barracks. An interactive and fun workshop for parents and children that will provide children ages 10-12 tools to make responsible decisions as they prepare to stay home without parents present. Topics include First Aid, Fire Safety, Stranger Awareness and Internet Safety. A parent must attend this class with their child. * Nine year-olds within three months of their 10th birthday are allowed. For more info, call 655-4227. Going Outdoors with EFMP: March 18, 9 AM - 2 PM Meeting at Ho`omaluhia Botanical Gardens, 45-680 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744. This catch-and-release program is fun for the whole family. Ho`omaluhia will provide bamboo poles with barbless hooks and you bring the bait (fresh white bread works great). You may also bring your own poles with barbless hooks. Fish commonly seen are tilapia and midas cichlid. It is a 20-minute hike to the fishing area. No casting allowed. Recommended are Celebrate Women’s History @ Ft. Shafter Library: March 18, 3 - 4 PM Visit the library to hear about Betsy Ross and the part she played in American history and then make your very own Colonial flag to take home! All supplies will be provided. No registration required. For more info, call 438-9521. Teen Cosplay Party @ SGT Yano Library: March 21, 1 - 3 PM The Teen Manga Club will be throwing a Cosplay Party. Dust off your costume and let your creativity fly. Cosplay is an activity where people dress up as their favorite animated character. The event will include face painting, graffiti boards, poster and costume contests, and games. For teens 12-17 year old. Register by calling 655-8002. Richardson Pools: Mon - Fri Opening up community open swim hours from 1 - 5 PM. AMR Pools: Mon - Tues , Thu - Fri: 1 - 5 PM. Arts & Crafts: Mom & Tots: Every Thursday from 10 - 11 AM. For the cost of $5, parent and child take on a creative project together. For more info, call 655-4202.
WEEK LONG PROGRAMS: MARCH 16 - 21 Ceramic Egg Paint & Take @ Arts & Crafts: March 18 & 19 10 AM - 4 PM and March 20 & 21 9 AM - 4 PM. All ages are invited to paint and take their own ceramic egg just in time for the holidays! Cost is only $3 for 1 egg or $5 for 2 eggs. All supplies are included. For more information, call 655-4202. Peterson CDC Spring Break Camp: Our Kinders will be enjoying a fun filled week with (Subject to Change) Bowling, Waimea Falls Park, Schofield Barracks Library, Sprinkler Park on Post. Tuesday Wear Green, Wednesday Green Yogurt Parfaits. For more info, call 655-5293. Must be registered with CYS Services. Schofield Barracks Youth Center Spring Break Camp: Monday: Divergent the Movie and I-Trampoline, Tuesday: Beach Challenge, Wednesday: Black light laser tag, Thursday: in house cooking and Ropes Course, Friday: Watch Insurgent at Mililani Theaters. For more info, call 6550451. Must be registered with CYS Services Schofield Barracks School Age Program Spring Break Camp: Monday: Bowling (1st - 2rd), Tuesday: Movie- Box Trolls (3rd - 5th), Wednesday: Bowling (3rd - 5th), Thursday: Movie- Box Trolls (1st - 2rd), Friday: Tentative field trip- Kaka’ako Park. Children bring their own box car they created to race down the hill. **Most of the daily activities are based off the Movie, The Box Trolls** For more info, call 655-0451. Must be registered with CYS Services. Ft. Shafter School Age Program Spring Break Camp: Monday: Pearlridge Movies, Tuesday: St. Patrick’s Day Party (Irish Soda Bread), Wednesday: Spring Fling (Carnival), Thursday: Hickam Beach, Friday: Manoa Fall Hike (SAC), Discovery Center (Kinders For more info, call 438-1487. Must be registered with CYS Services. Ft. Shafter Youth Center Spring Break Camp: Monday: Dave and Buster Team Building Challenges, Tuesday: Kroc Center, Wednesday: On-site Sports Tournament and Cooking, Thursday: I Trampoline, Friday: Pearlridge Mall and Movies. For more info, call 438-1487. Must be registered with CYS Services. Helemano School Age Spring Break Camp: Monday: USS Arizona/ USS Missouri (Group A), Tuesday: USS Arizona/USS Missouri (Group B), Wednesday: How to care for an Aquarium, Crafts (3D Jellyfish), Field Trip Movie Day, Thursday: Field Trip (Group A) Sea Life Park, Science/Crafts: Coconut Volcano, Games: Lighthouse and ships, Friday: Field Trip (Group B) Sea Life Park, Fun Friday, Games: Crab Soccer. For more info, call 653-0717. Must be registered with CYS Services. AMR Youth Center Spring Break Camp: Lunch served. Open to middle school youth and teens. Fee Based on Total Family Income. Registration and field trip permission form required. Environmental field trips, cultural activities and social recreation planned for the fun filled week! For more info, call 833-0920. Must be registered with CYS Services. Aliamanu School Age Spring Break Camp: Monday: Green Eggs and Ham, Tuesday: Irish Celebration, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: Moanalua Valley is a very beautiful place for anyone to experience. The center would like the youth to take a hike in this valley. It will expose the children to a tropical outdoor environment. The hike will also include a few small streams for the children to cross. The trip will last 30 minutes. After the hike, as a treat their accomplishment, the children will get to make a cool smoothie. It will include yogurt, strawberries, bananas, and other fruits. Different ages will go on different days. For more info, call 833-0920. Must be registered with CYS Services.
THE BIG
Big R: Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt Saturday, February 21
Countdown another month of deployment complete on Friday, March 20th on Desiderio Field from 4 - 5 PM. Join BSC for our Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt. Everyone will be given a list of riddles and clues that need to be solved to find the Easter eggs. This event is family friendly and parents are welcome to help during the scavenger hunt. Space is limited and registration is required so call 655-0111 or email xylene.c.lennon.naf@mail.mil. For more information call 655-0111. Deadline to register is March 12. Stay tuned for the Blue Star Card Facebook page & email blast for upcoming February events.
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New Blue Star Card Eligibility Spouses of deployed, TDY and unaccompanied PCSed Soldiers and DA civilians to an overseas location for greater than 90 days Soldiers are eligible to sign up for a Blue Star Card, which provides discounts at many Family and MWR facilities, activities and special events. Your Blue Star Card will be valid throughout the entire mission. To get your card, print an application online at www.bluestarcardhawaii.com or visit Army Community Service on Schofield Barracks or Fort Shafter. Schofield Barracks ACS, BLDG 2091 M - F: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Phone: 655 - 4227
Fort Shafter ACS, BLDG 330 M - F: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Phone: 438 - 4227
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BLUE STAR CARD MEMBER RECEIVE... A special perk at Special Events like our Earth Day celebration and the 4th of July Spectacular. Stay tune to BSC email blast and Facebook for all upcoming perks. Blue Star Card Event No-Show Policy If you register for a Blue Star Card event and cannot attend the event, you must cancel your reservation by 12:00 PM (noon) the day before the event. If you fail to cancel your reservation and do not attend, you will be considered a no-show, which will result in you automatically being waitlisted for the next month’s events. It is our goal to include as many Blue Star Card holders as possible in our events, by implementing this policy; we hope to achieve this goal. Blue Star Card Information If you have any questions, comments, or feedback regarding the Blue Star Card program please contact 655-0111 or email xylene.c.lennon.naf@mail.mil. Blue Star Card Holders are also encouraged to visit www.bluestarcardhawaii.com for all the latest updates and events. Are you a Blue Star Card holder but not receiving Family and MWR email updates? If so please email xylene.c.lennon.naf@mail.mil so we can register your email address for updates.
Family Child Care Providers are cultivating the future youth of our nation, one home at a time. Open your home and watch our future leaders grow as you earn income and make your mark on the future. Be a Family Child Care Provider. Call 655-8373.
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Real - life Solutions for Successful Army Living ACS, Schofield Barracks, Bldg 2091 ..............................................655-4ACS/4227
School Liaison Office Schofield Barracks................................. 655-8326
Fort Shafter, Bdg 330.............438-4ACS/4227
Aliamanu.............................................. 833-4932
Victim Advocate......................624-SAFE/7233 SHARP Hotline.................................655-9474
Helemano............................................. 653-0717
TelephoneDirectory
Military + Family Life Consultant ........................................................222-7088 All classes are available at no charge. For a class schedule and to register for classes visit http://www.trumba.com/calendars/army_ community_service_calendar or call ACS Blue Star Card Program ...................................... 655-0002/655-0111
Youth School Age Services Schofield Barracks............................655-6476
Fort Shafter .......................................... 438-6470 Hired..................................................... 655-1686 Middle School & Teen Programs (MS&T) Aliamanu.............................................. 833-0920 Schofield Barracks................................. 655-0451 Fort Shafter........................................... 438-1487 Helemano Military................................ 653-0717
BOWLING CENTERS Fort Shafter, Strike Zone...................438-6733
YOUTH SPORTS SB Sports.............................................. 655-6465
Schofield Barracks............................655-0573
AMR/FS Sports ..................................... 836-1923
Wheeler...........................................656-1745
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Casual to fine dining; brunch, lunch or dinner; entertainment and catering.
CHILD & YOUTH SCHOOL SERVICES* Child Development Centers Aliamanu.........................................833-5570 Bowen.............................................655-1569 Fort Shafter......................................438-1151 Schofield Barracks............................655-7106 Petersen...........................................655-5293 Helemano........................................653-0724 CYS Services Outreach Parent Central Services Aliamanu ........................................833-5393 Schofield Barracks ......... 655-5314/655-8380
Fort Shafter Hale Ikena............................................. 438-1974 Catering................................................ 438-6712 Schofield Barracks The Nehelani........................655-0660/655-4466 Kolekole Bar & Grill..............655-0660/655-4466 GOLF*** Fort Shafter Walter J. Nagorski Golf Course............. 438-9587 Mulligans.............................................. 438-6715
Kids on Site......................................655-8628
Schofield Barracks Leilehua Golf Course............................ 655-4653
SKIES................................................655-9818
Leilehua Grill......................................... 655-7131
Family Child Care Aliamanu.........................................837-0236
LIBRARIES* Fort Shafter Library................................ 438-9521
Schofield Barracks............................655-8373 Center-based, in-house, cooperative, full-time and part-time child care. Jobs and training provided for center and home caregivers.
SGT Yano Library, Schofield Bks............ 655-8002 RECREATION Arts & Crafts Schofield Barracks*......... 655-4202
Auto Skills Fort Shafter.........................................438-9402
OUR PARTNERS AAFES
Schofield Barracks...............................655-9368
AMR Shoppette/Gas Station............... 833-6997
B.O.S.S.................................................655-1130
Fort Shafter PX.................................... 843-1969
MWR Kennel....................................... 368-3456 Schofield PX........................................ 622-1773 Leisure Travel Services* Class 6................................................ 624-2171 Fort Shafter......................................... 438-1985 Paradise Shoppette (24hr).................. 624-9825 Schofield Barracks............................... 655-9971 Gas Station (Foote Gate).................... 624-5150 Military Clothing Sales ....................... 624-0701
Food Court***................................... 237-4502 Tropics Recreation Center ........................................................... 655-5698 DeCA Commissary........................................ 655-5066 SPORTS AND FITNESS LODGING Physical Fitness Centers Aliamanu............................................ 836-0338 Hale Koa Hotel.................................... 955-0555 Fort Shafter......................................... 438-1152 Ft. Shafter DVQ................................... 438-1685 Helemano........................................... 653-0719 Kilauea Military Camp* Reservations Martinez ............................................ 655-0900 Hawaii...................................... 1-808-967-8333 Tripler.................................................. 433-6443 Pililaau Army Recreation Center*....... 696-6783 Schofield Barracks Health & Fitness Center ........................................................... 655-8007 Reservations........................................ 696-4158 USAG-HI Sports Office........................ 655-0101 Tripler Lodging.................................... 839-2336 ........................................................... 655-0856 SUBSTANCE ABUSE Army Substance Abuse Program........ 655-9113 Intramurals Schofield/Wheeler............................... 655-9650 Adolescence Support & Counseling Services Ft. Shafter/TAMC................................ 655-9914 ........................................................... 655-9944 Outdoor Recreation VETERNARY CLINICS Schofield Barracks Services are open to active duty personnel and Equipment Checkout*........................ 655-0143 military retirees. Please call for an appointment. Swimming Pools Fort Shafter......................................... 433-2271 Aliamanu Pool.................................... 833-0255 Schofield Barracks............ 655-5889/ 655-5883 Richardson Pool, Schofield Bks........... 655-9698 Helemano Pool................................... 653-0716 Tripler AMC Pool................................. 433-5257 Tennis Center* Schofield............................................. 479-6727 VOLUNTEERS Volunteer Coordinator........................ 655-0620
*Also open to Department of the Army Civilian Employees ** Also open to DA and Federal Employees ***Also open to the General Public
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Special Events/Recreation Activities ..................................................655-0002/0113
here are many Hawaiian sacred and cultural sites on O`ahu. Kukaniloko, also known as the Birthing Stones, is one of the most sacred sites and is located near Schofield Barracks on the northern side of Wahiawa. The Kukaniloko site sits on 5 acres and is managed by the Hawaii State Parks Division. The park is accessible during daylight hours and is free to the public. There are 18 stones on the left of the entrance and 18 stones on the right of the entrance. All 36 stones guard the main entrance to this sacred site. It is said the 36 stones represent the same number of chiefs who witnessed births at Kukaniloko. The Birthing Stones is a sacred site on O`ahu because Hawaiian chiefs were born at the site. Ancient Hawaiians wanted their offspring to be born at Kukaniloko because of the spiritual power, mana, felt at this cultural site. Ancient Hawaiians viewed Kukaniloko as a centrally symbolic part of the island (or piko which is the Hawaiian word for navel cord) with the island of O`ahu being the body. Only the chiefly were allowed to enter and stand on the sacred land. Ancient Hawaiians believed their gods recognized the children who were born at Kukaniloko were of chiefly status in Ancient Hawaii.
ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEf (AER ) Donations Army Emergency Relief was established in 1942 as a private organization by Soldiers for Soldiers. It is funded by the generous donations from Soldiers and the community. Please help keep AER strong to meet the financial needs of Soldiers and their Families. DONATE NOW if you plan to be out of the Schofield area TDY or deployed between March 6 - May 15. Pick up donation form at Army Community Service (ACS) Bldg 2091 Schofield Barracks or at the Thursday Community Readiness Expo, Nehelani, and return it to ACS. For more information contact the AER Officer at 655-7132. “AER: Making a Difference”
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Schofield Bowling Alley Wednesday, March 4, 2015 2:30 - 4 PM
Fort Shafter, 217 Montgomery Drive Building 330, Room 111 April 3, 2015 10 AM - 2 PM
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5 TIPS FOR USING SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES IN YOUR JOB SEARCH Over 75% of employers are utilizing social networking to recruit candidates for positions in their organization. By far the most popular site used by employers is Linked In, followed by Facebook and Twitter. How can a job seeker land their dream job by using the top 3 sites chosen by employers? 1. Actively manage your online self. You need to be participating in a social network if you are going to be successful in your job search. You may be concerned about your privacy but it is far better to have a presence and manage your brand than to have an employer conduct a search and find nothing. An invisible job seeker is unusual nowadays and may even suggest that you are out of touch with what is current. 2. Create a Linked In profile. This is the most popular site chosen by organizations recruiting for employees. Make sure you take the time to complete your profile. This is a snapshot of who you are professionally. Focus on your key skills and use key words and a strong summary to get noticed. Remember to follow businesses and groups that interest you and contribute with comments and postings that are professional. 3. Upload a professional photo to your Linked In profile. If you cannot get a professional photo taken find a friend who is great with a camera and stage a professional shoot. This is not the space to upload a wedding photo or a shot taken at the beach. 4. Make sure your Facebook profile is private. Don’t forget that your network on Facebook can also assist you in your job search. Let your friends know you are looking and tell them what kind of position you are seeking. They may know of positions that are about to open or will remember you should they find out about an opening at an organization. Your network wants you to be successful and may be able to give you a heads up on positions before they are posted to a job board. Just remember to ensure that your profile is private so that employers cannot see your personal updates. 5. Include your Linked In and Twitter handle URLs on your resume under contact information. By adding these links you are offering an employer alternate ways of contacting you and seeing how you interact online. Don’t add your Facebook profile as it is not public. Adding the URLs also shows that you are up to date with the latest social media which is a skill in demand by most employers. Social media allows you to build on the connections you already have. Think about who you need to connect with to land a job. Often a twitter account or participation in a group through Linked In may give you access to someone who ordinarily may be out of your circle. It is who you know! Don’t forget that you still need to connect with human beings off line. Utilize social networking as part of your entire job seeking repertoire.
Volunteers are Cordially Invited to the
Volunteer Appreciation Reception Featuring a complimentary Island Style Luau
Tuesday, April 14, 2015 12:00 – 2:00 pm Nehelani Banquet & Conference Center Schofield Barracks, Hawaii Volunteers must be registered in VMIS RSVP is required for admittance NLT March 31, 2015 Your guest is invited for an additional fee of $15 Childcare provided- Space is limited. First Come, First Served. Reservations Required. Attire is Aloha Crisp *Volunteers being formally recognized at the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony will receive a formal invitation.