U.S. Army Garrison, Hawaii Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation www.mwrarmyhawaii.com January/February 2009
TABLE OF CONTENTS
January/February Volume 2 Issue 1 2009 2-3 Helpful Information 4 Tropics KMC 5 Army Family Covenant Blue Star Card Program Boss 6 Auto Skills Centers 7 Arts & Crafts Centers 8 Libraries 9 Child, Youth & School Services SKIES Unlimited 10 Dining 11 Sports & Fitness
Directed by Vanita Rae Smith, Choreography by Grace Bell Humerickhouse Musical Direction by Peter Rucci Book by Rupert Holmes, Music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb A Hawaii premiere and written by the giants who brought you CHICAGO and CABERET! CURTAINS unfolds backstage at Boston’s Colonial Theatre in 1959, where a new musical could be a Broadway smash, when the hapless leading lady dies on opening night during her curtain call. Lt. Frank Cioffi arrives on the scene to conduct an investigation. But the lure of the theatre proves irresistible and after an unexpected romance blooms for the stagestruck detective, he finds himself just as drawn towards making a hit show as he is solving the murder. Tickets can be purchased through the box office at 438-4480 or ordered online at www.armytheatre.com. Performances: February 26, 27, 28 & March 6, 7, 13, 14 Blue Star Card Preview Night, February 25. Call 655-0111/2 for more information.
12 -13 Army Golf Bowling Pililaau Outdoor Recreation Hale Koa 14 Army Community Service 15 Travel, Tickets & Museums 16 Calendar of Events
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Ms. Kris Young is the Caterer for Nehelani Banquet and Conference Center. She goes out of her way to ensure the needs of the customers are met from the planning stages to the end.
DISCOVERY is published by the FMWR Marketing Office. www.mwrarmyhawaii.com
Kris Young
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Tropics is your NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl Headquarters! Did your team make it to the playoffs? Then you can’t miss a minute of the heartpounding action. And you don’t have to! Tropics is showing all the gottawin playoff games up to and including the Super Bowl on February 1 at 1 pm. Enjoy great food and drink specials and the best smack-talking company around!
Conducted by current and former NFL, University/ College Players and High School Players and Coaches including Chris Fuamatu-Maafala, Pittsburgh Steelers, Maa Tanuvasa, Denver Broncos, Mel Purcell, Cleveland Browns, Nate Ilaoa, Philadelphia Eagles and many more! Registration: Jan. 5 - 21, Mon. - Fri. 9am-5pm at Bennett Youth Center, AMR Youth Center, and Ft. Shafter Youth Center. Ages 8-17 are eligible. Cost:
$40 per person, includes t-shirt, snack, drinks, and gift bag.
Organization 10 -19 participants $30 per person & School 20 or more participants $20 per person Discounted Fees: ***Organization or School must submit payment and list with: Point of Contact & Phone #, and a list (Name & Age) of all participants
Date:
Saturday January 24, 2009 at AMR Field
Ages 8 – 12 Check in: 8:30 am, AMR Youth Center Gym Clinic:
9 am – 12 pm
Ages 13-17 Check in: 12:30 pm, AMR Youth Center Gym Clinic:
1 pm – 4 pm
Snack & Drinks served after the clinic session All registered participants will be entered for door prize drawing. For more information visit www. armyhawaiiyouthsports.com or call 836-1923 or 655-6465.
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Cheerleaders & Mascots Wednesday, Feb. 4, 3pm, AMR Fitness Center Thursday, Feb. 5, 4pm, Tropics Last year entertainment included Miles, the Denver Broncos mascot and Big Red, the Arizona Cardinals mascot along with cheerleaders from the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills, among many others. Who will come this year? You’ve got to come to find out! Call 655-0111/2 for more information or visit www. mwrarmyhawaii.com.
* Appearances Subject to Change
TROPICS/KMC Start off the New Year at the New Tropics: A Great Place For Family Fun!
In volcanic activity, flora and fauna, hiking, shopping, golfing, touring, ocean activities, internet access or just peace and quiet and cool mountain air? KMC is the place to be! We are
Check out Family Fun Fridays! The first and third Fridays of every month, join us for, great food, fun and games. January 2, 16 and February 6, 20, enjoy HDTVs, tons of Wii, PS3 and Xbox 360 games for checkout, family table games, pool, darts, air hockey, table tennis, beach volleyball and much much more! Wii, PS3 and Xbox 360 game systems now available! Just come in and check out a console and your favorite games for FREE anytime we’re open! Choose from the following: Rock Band, Dance Dance Revolution, Madden 09, NCAA 2K9, Grand Theft Auto 4, Call of Duty 4 and many more!
a Joint Services mountain resort with
Still going strong every Tuesday, 5 - 8 pm. Warm up your pipes and let your inner idol shine! Not a singer? Not to worry-you can still stop by, enjoy the show, $2.50 bottled beer and other great specials. Call 655-0002 for more information.
numerous amenities, recreation, tour packages and more. Make your reservations today! Rooms are available and reservations can
January 15, February 19, 6 - 9:30 pm. This great FREE monthly tournament lets you test your skills against the best of the best we have to offer! All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome. Call 655-5698 for information.
be made up to one year in advance. Check out our KMC specials - $25 KMC Aloha Dollars for free gas or shopping, 20% Deployment Special, and Wild Ginger Room & Tour Package
January 31, 1 pm. Do you scream at the bad calls refs make on TV? Can you not understand why the coach called that play when he obviously should have taken your suggestion? Then put your money where your mouth is, run your own team and see if you can you survive the playoffs and come out on top of the NFL! There’s only one way to find out through this great free tournament.
on the website at www.kmc-volcano. com. Restrictions apply. Rates start at $67.00 per night (subject to change without notice). Call (808) 967-8333 or direct dial from Oahu at 438-6707. Online reservations are available at our website or e-mail reservations@kmc-
February 12, 6 pm. Gather your best “I should have gone into show business” Rock Bandloving buds and display your best Axl Rose or James Hetfield skills! Think you can be the first to make it through Battery or Dream Theater? Then prove it!
volcano.com.
Call direct from Oahu at 438-6707 or (808) 967-8333 Also visit our website at www.kmc-volcano.com. KMC is open to all Active and Retired Armed Forces, Reserves, National Guard, Dependents, Other Uniformed Services, Current and Retired Department of Defense Civilians, Coast Guard Civilians, and Sponsored Guests.
Tropics Triathlon – Better come early and come often to hone your skills for this challenge. Battles in Air Hockey, Table Tennis and Halo 3 will commence Feb. 26 at 6 pm. Play all three games and find out who’s the best of the best. Are you the Ironman (or woman)? Need a haircut? We can do that too! The Tropics barber shop is open seven days a week for whenever you start to feel a little shaggy. Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday 9 am - 6 pm.
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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT / BLUE STAR CARD / BOSS
BOSS is back and better than ever! We’re planning lots of activities but we want to hear from you. Get in contact with your Unit Rep or the Installation BOSS Office at the Tropics and tell us what you want from us. We’re here to serve you, but we can’t unless you tell us what you want!
Spouses of deployed Soldiers: Do you have your Blue Star Card? The Blue Star Card is a FMWR deployment discount card for spouses of deployed Soldiers. The card offers everyday discounts
BOSS Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8 am – 4 pm, 655-1130
at FMWR facilities, free childcare options and access to special events and activities. Blue Star Cards are available and valid through the duration of deployment. If you are eligible for a Blue Star Card, bring a copy of your Soldier’s deployment orders, along with your military ID to Army Community Service (ACS), or fill out an application online at www.bluestarcardhawaii.com and then visit ACS to pick up your card. Make sure to submit your email address when signing up for your Blue Star Card so you can be emailed with the latest discounts, events, and activities for card holders. For more information on the Blue Star Card program, call 656-3325 or 656-3327. For more information on the Blue Star Card program, email darlene.j.marshall@us. army.mil or sarah.chadwick@us.army.mil.
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AUTO SKILLS CENTERS
We’ll
Inspect
Your
Gadgets! Come by either Auto Skills Center for our new and improved, speedier Safety Inspection Service! Available during regular business hours! $14 per vehicle $19 per vehicle (with window tint) $5 window tint only Schofield Barracks Auto Skills Center Phone:655-9368 Fort Shafter Auto Skills Center Phone: 438-9402
Auto Skills Center
Auto Skills Shops offer the following services by appointment on Wednesday & Thursday only:
Schofield Barracks (SB) Bldg. 910, Duck Rd. 655-9368 Wednesday-Friday: 11:30 am – 7 pm Saturday-Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm Monday-Tuesday: Closed Salvage Yard: 12 noon – 4 pm Fort Shafter (FS) Bldg.1535, Fort Shafter Flats 438-9402 Wednesday-Thursday: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Friday: 11:30 am – 7 pm
Oil Change
$15
Transmission Service
$30
Tire Repair Patch
$20
Tire Demount/Mount
$20
Wheel Balance Regular
$ 6
Tire Rotation
$15
Wheel Balance Special Size 31 in. - & up
$ 9
Drive Belt Replacement
$20
Serpentine Belt Replacement
$30
Muffler and Tailpipe Replacement
$30
CV Boot Replacement
$60 per axle
Shock Replacement
$20
MacPherson Strut Replacement (alignment recommended when complete)
$40 per strut
AUTO S K I LLS C ENTERS
S t o r a g e S h e d s
Saturday-Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm Authorized Patrons: AD/ DOD/Retired/Reservists.
Plastic Sheds - 8’ x 6’ x 6’, $60 per month
There is no admittance 1 hour prior to closing.
Metal Sheds - 8’ x 6’ x 5’, SPECIAL OFFER!
You must have closed toe shoes and no children under 14 years old are admitted.
For a limited time only, get a special price of just $40 per month if you sign up now through February 28.
Other Great Services Available: Auto Detailing by Appointment at Schofield Barracks Save $$$ on parts at the salvage yards - 24-Hour towing
SPECIAL OFFER! SPECIAL OFFER!
Auto Skills can hold onto it for you!
Bid for cars at the salvage yards
RV/Boat storage available at Fort Shafter: Jets l Boats l Other recreational vehicles
Can’t sell your car? Running or not, donate it to MWR— we’ll tow it for free.
Monthly Vehicle Storage: Available at Schofield Barracks for deploying Soldiers.
Contact either Skills Center listed for information on all of these great programs:
Call 655-8331 or 438-9402
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ARTS & CRAFTS CENTERS Arts & Crafts Schofield Barracks
Keiki Krafts Kamp January 6 - 9 10:30 am - 12 noon Grades 1 - 6 $40 for the week. Crafts include ceramics, weaving, painting, hand building and more. Mom & Tot Every Thursday, beginning January 15 10 -11am Free Craft Fun all month long! Toddlers, 2 - 4 yrs. Mommies are required! *Due to the popularity of this program, we ask that you pre-register to reserve your spot. Give us a call at 655-4202. Kids Fine Art Classes 4 sessions, Wednesdays, begins January 7 and February 4 2 - 3 pm, $40 for 4 sessions, includes supplies Wood Shop Safety Class January 3, 17 February 7, 23 8 am, $10 fee Adult Art Classes: Prices include all supplies. 5 sessions each. Beginning Adult Oil Painting: Tuesdays 6 - 9 pm, begins January 13 and March 3, $85 Beginning Adult Acrylic Painting: Saturdays, 10 am - 12pm, begins January 17 and March 7, $85 Beginning Adult Drawing and Sketching: Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm, begins January 8 and February 19, $50 Friday Night Open Scrapping $5 fee. 6 - 10 pm. Suplies available for purchase.
Schofield Barracks Arts & CraftS Center
Framing Classes January 14, 24 February 3, 14 9:30 am - 12 pm. $45 including supplies.
Laser Engraving/Recognition Awards Custom Framing/Readymade Farewell Gifts Sports Trophies for Youth
Digital Photography 3 sessions Saturdays, 10 - 11:30 am, $35 Begins January 10 and February 14
We’re right outside your doorstep at the Arts & Crafts center! We take pride in our excellent craftsmanship, reasonable prices and committment to customer satisfaction. You’ll be amazed at what we can do! Free estimates! Schofield Barracks: 655-6330
Basic Computer Photo Editing - 3 sessions Fridays 10 - 11:30 am, $35 Begins January 16 and February 13
Tues 10am - 3 pm Wed - Thurs 10am - 5pm Fri - Sat 9am - 3pm l
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Stained Glass Basic Foil Techniques: 3 sessions Tuesdays, 9 - 11am, Begins January 13, and February 10, $50 includes supplies
New Tool Now Available at Arts & Crafts
Introducing the Cricut Expression Available at Schofield Barracks Arts & Crafts • Professional quality papercutting • Almost any size or scrap • Great for scrapbooking or 1000’s of other projects
Mosaic Class:January 24, February 7, 10 am, Cost is $25 Quilting Tuesdays, 6 - 8 pm $25 for first class, $5 each class after
in Teaching a Class? Instructors needed for cake decorating, beading, flower decorating and much more. Schofield Fort Barracks Shafter 655-4202
438-1315
Open for military personnel deploying, awaiting permanent housing or just going on vacation. Dogs- $14/day for one, $10 for a second dog in the same kennel Cats- $10/day for one, $5 for a second cat in the same kennel
Fort Shafter
Spaces are limited, cats and dogs only. For reservations or information, please call 368-3456. More info available at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com.
Pottery Wheel Throwing Tuesdays, 5:30 - 8:30 pm $40 for 4 sessions. Stained Glass & Mosaics Saturdays, 10 am - 2 pm $55 for 4 sessions. Sewing/Quilting Thursdays, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Sundays, 1 - 4 pm.
STORAGE
Keiki Art Classes Saturdays, 10 am -12 noon
DEPLOYMENT SPECIAL
2 Months Free!
Pre-registering will help us serve you better! Schofield Barracks 655-4202 Fort Shafter 438-1315
Use code 1372. Restrictions apply. Limited Time. Use code 1372.
MOVING & STORAGE
1-800-776-7637 7
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LIBRARIES AT the Library Did You Know? At your libraries you can… Download free audiobooks? Access us on AKO? Record a story for your child before deploying? Ask a librarian anything, 24 hours a day? Recycle your printer cartridges? Reach us by calling: 655-8002 (Sgt Yano at Schofield Barracks), 438-9521 (Fort Shafter) or 833-4851 (AMR).
Hawaii Libraries Named Best in the Army! The Sgt Yano Library, along with its branches at Fort Shafter and AMR, were recognized by the U.S. Army, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command as the 2008 Outstanding Library Program (Large Installation). The libraries demonstrated their ability to provide a wide variety of activities for all segments of the Army community, toddlers to adults. They also made facility improvements and broadened the scope of their publicity efforts. If you’ve never visited the libraries before, you owe it to yourself to see what makes them so great!
Free Wi-Fi @ Sgt Yano Library Bring your laptop and access the internet through the library’s connection or, if you are a Time Warner Roadrunner customer, through the library’s Roadrunner Speed Zone.
are free and open to all who are interested. Come any time from 2 - 6:00 pm for these training sessions. Proquest Newsstand is a database which provides leading national and international major newspapers and Literature Resource Center is an invaluable electronic library which provides searches on literary criticism, biographies, bibliographies, periodical articles, full-text author’s works, and reading lists. Call for information and details.
Pre-school story times Story times will be held at 10 am on Tues. Jan 6, 13, & 27 and Feb. 3, 10, 17, & 24 at the Fort Shafter Library; Wed, Jan. 7, 21, & 28 and Feb. 4, 18 & 25 at the Sgt. Yano Library for 1-2 year olds and 3-5 year olds; and Thurs. Jan 8, 15, 22, & 29 and Feb. 5, 12, 19, & 26 at the Aliamanu Library.
Read to the Dogs Children who are able to read on their own can sign up for a 15 min. session to read to a dog on Sat. Feb. 21 from 11 am - 12:15 pm at Sgt Yano Library, and on Sun. Feb. 22, from 3:30 - 4:45 pm at Ft Shafter Library. Please call for information or to reserve a session. First come, first served!
Preschool Enrichment Program @ Sgt Yano Library Oogles n Googles will present “Occupations” on Jan. 14 and “Five Senses” on Feb. 11 at 10 am at the Sgt Yano Library. These programs are open to pre-school age children, 3-5 years old.
Puppet Shows @ the libraries Let’s welcome the Chinese New Year at the libraries! Children of all ages are invited to a special puppet show to bring in the Year of the Ox on Tues, Jan. 27 at Fort Shafter Library; on Wed, Jan. 28 at Sgt Yano Library and on Thurs, Jan. 29 at Aliamanu Library. The program starts at 3:30 pm at all libraries.
Afterschool @ Sgt Yano Library Children ages 6 - 12 are invited to join us on Wed. Jan. 21 at 3 pm for Chinese New Year stories and craft activity. Feb. 11 at 3 pm for Valentine stories and craft activity. Young Readers Book Club @ Sgt Yano Library Elementary age children and their parents are invited to read books and participate in a book discussion at the library. On Thurs, Feb. 19 at 5:30 pm, the club will discuss “Good Morning, Gorillas” by Mary Pope Osborne. Registration is required. Books will be available for checkout from the library.
Fan Fiction Contest @ the libraries Do you read or write fan fiction? Fan fiction is fiction written by fans of a book, movie, TV show, or comic book, using the existing characters and settings but writing alternative endings or continuations to the original story. In celebration of National Library Week (April 12, 2009), the Army Hawai’i Libraries will be holding a fan fiction contest, held for children, teens, and adults. Wish that Harry Potter ended in a different way? Have a funny adventure idea for Captain Underpants? Share it with us! Use your imagination! For examples of fan fiction, see http://www.fanfiction.net. Winners will receive Borders gift cards. Submissions due by March 23, 2009.
Create a Card @ Sgt Yano Library Families of deployed Soldiers are invited to create a Valentine card on Wed, Jan. 14 from 3 - 4:30 pm at Sgt Yano Library. The library will provide all materials. Databases Training @ Sgt Yano Library Come join us at Sgt Yano Library for a hands-on session for Proquest Newsstand on Thurs, Jan. 22 and for Gale’s Literature Resource Center on Thurs, Feb. 26. Both trainings
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Random Acts of Kindness @ the libraries Spread a little kindness and make the world a better place during Random Acts of Kindness Week, Feb. 9 - 15. Fill out an entry form at any Army Library, describe the kind and helpful services you performed and enter to win prizes. For adults and children of all ages. The Art of Feng Shui FENG SHUI means “WindWater” in Chinese and is an ancient art dating back to 770BC. “Wind” represents the flow of movement and “Water,” represents the qi, or energy that the “Wind” moves. Come to the library to learn and understand the fundamental philosophy underlying all Feng Shui practices and see why it is so vital to optimize your environment with proper balance, health and money. This presentation will be held on Wed, Feb. 18 at Sgt Yano Library and on Thurs, Feb. 19 at Fort Shafter Library. The programs begin at 6 pm at both libraries. Make and Take Crafts @ Fort Shafter Library Create a unique Valentine’s bookmark for someone special on Feb 12 from 3 Hh- 6 pm. All supplies will be provided. Now available @ the Fort Shafter Library Wii, PS3, XBOX game systems, Video Messenger and DVD/ VHS players are available! Call the library for information on how to reserve the room. 2nd Annual Family Cooking Night @ AMR library! Come to the library on Feb. 12 at 5:30 pm to make a no bake snack, exchange your favorite dessert recipes and play bingo. Bring your favorite dessert recipe to the library by Feb. 1 and we will provide copies of the recipe to share. This event will be held at the community center next to the library.
CHILD, YOUTH AND SCHOOL SERVICES/SKIES UNLIMITED
Aliamanu, Fort Shafter & TAMC Families, SKIES is bringing our terrific dance and theatre classes to AMR beginning May 2009! For information and assistance, please call the SKIES Office at 655-9818. Don’t forget we have Little Ninjas for 3-5 year olds at AMR and Karate for 5-18 year olds at AMR and Ft Shafter.
Youth Baseball & Softball Registration
Discounts are also available for Hawaii MusicWorks at the Pearlridge Shopping Center and Hawaii Academy Gymnastics. Piano, keyboard, guitar, percussion and voice are available for 4-18 year olds and gymnastics is available for 18 month olds – 18 year olds. Enroll for all martial arts classes at any CDC or SAS Center, the CYS Registration Office or pick up your free discount cards at the AMR Registration Office, 833-5393.
January 6-30 Youth born in the years 1993-2003 are eligible.
For Families on or close to Schofield Barracks, Karate classes are available. Kenpo Karate, TaeKwonDo & Little Ninja sessions are all available on a month to month basis.
Cost $50 for T-Ball & Coach Pitch Division, $60 for Baseball & Softball division
Dance, Theatre and RockSchool (guitar, drums or keyboard) classes are available only by the semester. The next semester sessions begin in May; open enrollment is April 14-18, 2009.
Practices begin approximately March 31
Season:
Coming up in 2009: look for Cooking, Soccer, Art, Tutoring and Spanish classes. Stay tuned to www. mwrarmyhawaii.com for more information on these great programs as they become available.
April 25 - June 20
STACC SITE
In an effort to assist Soldiers and Family Members with their physical fitness, CYS has established a STACC site at Kaala Community Activities Center (CAC), Bldg. 556. The STACC site will be available Monday through Friday from 8 – 11am for children who are able to walk and between the ages of 13 months and 10 years old. This service is free for Blue Star Card (BSC) holders and is only $3.75 per hour per child for all non-BSC holders. Space is limited and your child’s
Free Discount cards! Check out the Schofield Barracks Central Registration Office for discounts to What’s Up Gymnastics, Driver Ed 101 or Hawaiian Pride Cheerleading. Call 655-8380/9818 for additional information.
registration with CYS is required so please reserve your slot by calling 6555314 or 655-8628 today!
Sharks Competitive Swim Team Youth ages 5 - 17 at Richardson Pool Tryouts: 4:30 pm, every Friday Practice: Monday through Friday, year-round Information: 655-9698 9
DINING Weekly Dining Sunday Brunch Hale Ikena Savor roasted prime rib with a peppercorn and garlic crust, along with exquisite dishes with flavors infused from the Pacific Rim, Asia and Hawaii Nouveau. Groups & large parties welcome. Served from 10 am - 1 pm. Reservations are recommended. Adults $20.95 and children’s prices are available.
Dinner served Monday - Friday 5 pm - 8 pm* Appetizers:
Salads:
Pop Corn Shrimp
$7.95
Breaded Mozzarella Sticks
$6.95
Deep Fried Calamari
$8.95
Served with Cocktail Sauce. Served with Marinara Sauce.
Served with Marinara Sauce or Tartar Sauce.
Crispy Won Ton
$6.95
Wicked Wings
$7.95
Nachos
$6.95
Served with Oriental Soy Mustard Sauce.
Wild, Mild, or Plain served with Celery Sticks and Choice of Dressing. Tortilla Chips Covered with Chili, Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Olives, Tomatoes, Jalapenos, Green Onion, Sour Cream and Guacamole.
Garden Salad
$5.50
Caesar
$6.50
with Grilled Chicken
$8.50
Oriental Chicken Salad
$7.95
Spinach Salad
$6.50
Kolekole Bar & Grill Delicious brunch buffet featuring an omelet and carving station, along with all your favorites like French toast, eggs, and hot lunch entrees! Served from 10 am - 1 pm. Adults $16.95 & children’s prices are available. Please note that KoleKole Bar & Grill closes at 1 pm.
Mixed Greens Topped with Cucumber, Carrots, Red Cabbage and Tomatoes. Served with Your Choice Of Dressing.
Crisp Romaine Tossed with Hale Ikena’s Caesar Dressing with Croutons and Parmesan Cheese.
Mixed Greens, Mandarin Orange, Cucumber, Bean Sprout, Won Bok Cabbage, Carrots, Shredded Chicken, Topped with Crispy Won Ton and Oriental Dressing. Fresh Spinach Leaves Tossed with Hale Ikena’s Honey Mustard Dressing Topped with Chopped Bacon, Grated Hard Boiled Egg, and Thinly Sliced Red Onion.
Catering Hale Ikena Make your next catering event a memorable occasion at the Hale Ikena! Reasonable banquet buffet prices are available to all military and DOD personnel. Just give the Hale Ikena a call at 438-6712.
Entrees:
Includes Tossed Salad with a choice of Dressing, Sauteed Vegetables, and a Choice of Rice, Garlic Mash Potatoes or French Fries.
Char Broiled Prime Rib
$11.95
Seared Ahi
$11.95
Honey Stung Fried Chicken
$10.95
Shrimp Marinara
$11.95
7 oz. Prime Rib coated with our special garlic seasoning. Cooked with Lemon Butter, Served with Wasabi Tartar Sauce. 3 pieces of honey infused chicken. With Linguini Pasta & Garlic Bread.
Sandwiches: Kalua Pork Sandwich
$9.95
Big Burger Sandwich With Cheese
$8.95 $9.50
On a Hoagie Roll With BBQ Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, and French Fries.
Served with Lettuce, Onion, Tomato, Pickle, and French Fries.
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Nehelani The Nehelani is the perfect setting for all of your catering needs. Their staff is ready to ensure the success of your special event. Catering is available for weddings, graduations, proms, first birthdays, military functions, reunions, conferences, workshops, or private parties. Call the Nehelani at 655-0660.
$10.95
Chicken or Beef with Green Bell Pepper, Onion, American White Cheese on a Hoagie Roll, Served With Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickles, and French Fries.
Desserts: Cheese Cake
With Strawberry Sauce.
$5.50
Chocolate Mousse Cake
$5.50
Lemon Meringue Pie
$4.95
Fort Shafter 438-1974 or 438-6712 Not open on federal holidays.
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Lunch Buffet Hawaiian Luau Lunch Buffet Last Friday of the month at the Kolekole Bar & Grill and Hale Ikena. Perfect for your Hail & Farewell luncheons. $9.95 from 11 am - 1 pm. Large groups with reservations are welcomed. Kolekole Bar & Grill Lunch $8.95, Monday - Friday from 11am - 1 pm, Ala carte 11am - 2pm, Continuous service available 11 am - 8 pm. Dinner is served M - F, 5 - 8 pm. Breakfast Mulligan’s Start your day off with breakfast at Mulligan’s Thursday - Sunday. Come before or after teeing off, or just stop by for a great bite to eat. We also serve a great lunch menu 7 days a week. After work Pau Hana Friday at Mulligan’s $2 Pupu Platter ….The Mulligan’s pupu platter is so filling, why eat dinner? Special Cool Refreshments and Chef’s Choice of Pupu’s Starts 4:30 pm. Come and join us after a round of golf or after work! Kolekole Bar & Grill After work come and enjoy a fun time with friends, Monday – Friday, 4:30 – 5:30 pm. Enjoy selected half price appetizers and domestic draft beer at $1.60 per glass. Mongolian BBQ Mondays, 5 - 8 PM. $0.65 per ounce.
SPORTS & FITNESS Fitness Center Programs
Health Promotion and Health & Fitness Center
Keep those New Year’s resolutions and get in shape for 2009 at the physical fitness centers. We’ve got lots of great new and ongoing programs available every day to help you on the path to getting in, or staying in, great shape! Intramural Programs Soccer League Season Runs January 12 March 13 Entry Deadline: January 5 Racquetball Tournament February 2 - 6 Entry Deadline: January 26 Organization Meeting: January 30 Fitness Center Programs Fort Shafter Physical Fitness Center Ladies Only Group Fitness Classes Vinyasa Power Yoga Class Cardio Step and Circuit Class Tuesday and Thursday 9 10 am Also don’t miss: Karate – Do Shudokan Classes Adrenaline Challenge Walk Around Shafter Club Martinez Physical Fitness Center My Parent is Better Than Your Parent February 26, 2009, 5:30 - 8 pm. Entry Deadline: February 16 $10 entry fee per team. Children age 8 - 12. Volleyball or Racquetball 101 Tuesdays/Thursdays 8:30 -10:00 am Learn basic skills and techniques from experienced instructors. Courts will be open for free play and a STACC site is available immediately across the street from the facility.
Building 582 (across from Sgt Smith Theater) 655-8007/8789 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday
Cardio-Cise Jan 1 - March 30 Win prizes for working out, suitable for all, novice to elite.
6 am - 7:30 pm Saturday: 7 am - 12 noon Sundays & Holidays: Closed
TAMC Physical Fitness Center Aerobic classes $3 per class per person, or purchase a full session of classes for $12 ($1.50 per class.) Step aerobics, beginning to intermediate Cardio Kickboxing, with warm up and cool down, Mon, Wed and Fri, 4:30 pm.
Need a way to make sure you’ll keep that New Year’s resolution? The Health and Fitness Center is the place to be! We’ve got weights and cardio machines, punching, kicking and speed bags, stability balls, a treadwall, even stretching stations. One-on-One personal training sessions are available, call 655-8007. For the month of January, buy 10 personal training sessions and get one FREE! Bring your own earphones and enjoy over 75 channels of cable TV while you work out. Dont forget to take advantage of the STACC site, Monday - Friday. See page 9 for details.
Expanded PT/Early Morning Lap Swim hours Early morning lap swim and PT hours have been expanded at Tripler pool to 6 - 8:30 am on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Weekly Fitness Calendar 8:30 AM
Enjoy these great ongoing Programs at all Fitness Centers:
MON.
TUES.
WED.
THUR.
FRI.
SAT.
Step
Group Cycling
Cardio Kickboxing
Group Cycling
Step & Pump
Yoga (8 AM)
9:00 AM
100-Mile Run/Walk & 50-mile swim clubs Racquetball Ladder Challenge
Step & Core
9:30 AM
Core Strength
11:45 AM
Intro Group Cycling
4:00 PM
Flow Yoga
For questions on any of these programs:
5:00 PM
Step & Abs
Intramurals: 655-0856/0101 Fort Shafter PFC: 438-1152 Martinez PFC: 655-4804 Tripler PFC: 433-5772
6:00 PM
Group Cycling
Civilian Fitness Program Useful Information: Eligibility: Soldiers, retired Soldiers, other military working on the installation, National Guardsmen, Army Reservists and their adult family members; DOD and AAFES civilians may participate.
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Pilates
Step & Pump
Boot Camp
Group Cycling
Intro Yoga
Cardio Kickboxing
Step & Pump
Group Cycling
Zumba
Zumba
Yoga
Intro Yoga (9:45 -11)
Group Cycling (10:15)
ARMY GOLF / BOWLING / PILILAAU Nagorski Golf Course, Fort Shafter Mizuno Club Fitting Make an appointment with Lou Merkle. Call 4389587 to schedule custom fitting of golf clubs at no additional charge. Twilight Skins Game Pay a Green, Cart and Entry fee and enjoy 9 holes of good competition. Call Lou Merkle at 438-9587 to enjoy the Skins challenge. Twilight Golf Pay half the Green fee and enjoy the afternoon at Nagorski Golf Course. Twilight golf begins at 11:05 am, Monday through Friday. Not available during Holidays. Leilehua Golf Course FREE Ladies Golf Clinic 2:30 - 3:30 pm the 1st
Saturday of each month, Leilehua Golf Course Driving Range. Call 655-4653 to sign up. Cobra Club Fitting Make an appointment at the Leilehua Golf Pro Shop. Call 655-4653 to schedule an appointment from 3 pm - 5 pm Cobra club fitting is available every Tuesday.
2 pm - 8 pm, Thursday Sunday.
Dinner, Daily, 5:30 pm 8:30 pm
After 6 pm Golf Pro Shop Discount Regular priced Golf merchandise is discounted 10% until closing of Pro Shop.
Cisco’s Cove Bar Monday - Thursday 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm
After School Special and Good Student Rewards Students can bring in their original report card to get one free game for every “A” or equivalent grade! This special will run through May 29, 2009. Students can Bowl for $1.75 a game with free shoe rental for kids 18 and under between 2 pm and 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Leilehua Driving Range Open daily until 9:00 pm $1.50 per bucket of golf balls. Leilehua Grill Stop by the Leilehua Grill for breakfast, lunch, and pupus. Open Monday Friday from 6:30 am - 9 pm. Saturday and Sunday from 6:30 am - 8 pm. After a round of golf or after work, come and relax at the Leilehua Grill Bar from
Waianae Beach Club Pililaau Recreation Center Overlooking the emerald waters of Pokai Bay with breath taking sunsets, the Beach Club’s lanai is an unforgettable Hawaiian setting for your special occasions. With a combination of cabins and meeting facilities, the Beach Club at Waianae Army Recreation Center is also a great spot for retreats or off-sites. Call 696-4778 for information. Karaoke Monday - Thursday 7 - 11:30 pm Friday 9 pm - 1 am Live Entertainment, Every Saturday from 9 pm 1 am, Sunday 6 - 10 pm.
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Friday 3 pm - 1 am Saturday 8 am - 1 am Sunday 8 am - 11 pm Breakfast every Saturday and Sunday 8 am - 11 pm. Pililaau Recreation Center Pililaau Army Recreation Center at Pokai Bay in Waianae is located 18 miles from Schofield Barracks and 22 miles from Pearl Harbor. The Center has 39 beach front cabins, an equipment rental center, club facility, and a Cove Pavilion area for group outings. Accommodations range from studios, two bedroom cabins, and three bedrooms cabins with kitchens. For information and reservations, call 696-4158 between 7 am - 5 pm. PARC is open to all active and retired military, members of the Reserve and National Guard, active and retired Department of Defense civilian employees including Coast Guard, dependents and sponsored guests.
OUTDOOR RECREATION /HALE KOA
With exquisite dining, great entertainment, and something for everyone, the Hale Koa Hotel offers a variety of ways for you to enjoy Hawaii.
Outdoor Recreation
Sea…Land…Be…Our Hawaiian ADventures!
Check out all the great, brand-new programs available this month: Valley Isle Voyage 3-day trip to rough it and get back to nature on Maui! Camping, Hiking Haleakala, Zip Lines, the Road to Hana and much much more! Beach Bus Shuttle Now available to various beach destinations around Oahu every Sunday.
Jan 11
Deep Sea Fishing
$130
Valley Isle Voyage
$265
Beach Bus
$3
Jan 17
Deep Sea Fishing
Jan 18
Beach Bus
$3
Jan 24
Stand Up Paddling
$45
Jan 25
Adventure Bike Tour
$15*
Jan 25
Beach Bus
$3
Jan 31
NOAA Whale Counting
$10
Feb 1
Beach Bus
$3
Feb 7
Adventure Kayak
$35
Feb 8
Beach Bus
$3
Feb 15
Beach Bus
$3
$130
Feb 21
Adventure Hike
$10
Feb 22
Beach Bus
$3
Feb 28
Tour de North Shore Trip
Wednesday
Luau
Experience Aloha Cocktail Show
Experience Paradise Today! Call (808) 955-0555 or visit www.halekoa.com 2055 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815
Stand-Up Paddle Lessons * Whale Counting Trips Jan 3
Tuesday Magic Under the Stars
Experience Paradise Experience Today! Paradise Call (808)955-0555 Today! Call (808)955-0555 visit www.halekoa.com or visit www.halekoa.com Experience Paradise Today! Call (808)955-0555 or visit www.halekoa.com Enjoyable Dining at the Koko Cafe oror Bibas Restaurant Tropical cocktails beachside at Barefoot Bar or in Warriors Lounge Both offering great island entertainment nightly.
Now open 7 days a week to serve you better!
Jan 9-11
Monday & Thursday
$15*
*Additional $5 for bike rental Call Outdoor Recreation at 655-0143 or Ocean Concepts at 853-4673 for more information or to reserve your spot for any of these great programs.
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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE Classes at Army Community Service Army Community Service Schofield Barracks, Bldg. 2091 Phone: 655-4227
ACS Outreach
Fort Shafter Flats, Bldg. 1599 Aloha Center Phone: 438-9285 Relocation Readiness Program Spend a day with other families new to the island and let ACS introduce you to military resources and the beautiful island of Oahu. Tours from Schofield Barracks take place Tuesdays, 8 am - 4 pm. Tours from Fort Shafter take place the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 8 am - 4 pm, beginning January 7. Reservations are required, call 655-4227. Volunteer Program Monthly volunteer training is now available at the Schofield Barracks ACS Center. “Marketing Your Volunteers” class will be held on Tues., January 13, 9 am -12:30 pm and “Recognizing Volunteers” class will be held on Tues. February 17, 9am -12:30 pm. For more information or questions, call Tracey Clark, Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator at 655-1696. Army Family Team Building (AFTB) The following classes will be available at Schofield Barracks ACS: Military Spouse 101 on January 6 & 7, February 19 and March 3; AFTB Level II on February 10-12 and March 9-12; AFTB Level III, on January 19-22; and the AFTB Instructor Course, on February 23 - 27.
Autism Support Group Share experiences, gather new information and learn about community resources through these helpful support groups. Watch Including Samuel, a movie provided by the Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii. It gives an in-depth look into integration of those with disabilities. Child care will be available, but sign-up is required. The meeting takes place Feb. 3, 6 - 8 pm at the AMR Chapel and on Feb. 11, 6 - 8 pm at the Schofield Barracks Main Chapel. There will be no meetings in January. Call 655-4777/1551 for more information or child care reservations.
AFTB classes are also available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week online at www.myarmylifetoo.com. For more information on these classes or concerning AFTB, please contact Tracey Clark at 655-1696 or via email at tracey.clark@us.army.mil. Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) The 2009 US Army Garrison AFAP Conference will be held February 2 - 4 at the Nehelani Banquet and Conference Center. For more information about how to become a delegate or submit your quality of life issues, contact Tracey Clark at 655-1696 or tracey. clark@us.army.mil. AFAP works for you: results have included hundreds of policy changes all designed to improve local Army communities. So bring us your issues and let your voice be heard!
Bowling Day Meet other Families with unique challenges and have some fun on Jan. 15, 6 - 8 pm at the Schofield Barracks Bowling Center or on Jan. 22, 6 - 8 pm, at the Fort Shafter Bowling Center. Event sign up is required, call 655-4227.
Mobilization and Deployment Workshops ACS and Military Family Life Consultants are offering Child and Parent group workshops at AMR and HMR. Meet other parents and children and participate in workshops on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Different sessions are scheduled for different age groups. Topics like as conflict resolution, communication, and stress management will be discussed. For registration or more information call 366-9121 on AMR or 366-7482 on HMR.
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
Swimming Day Feel free to enjoy togetherness and fun in a stress-free environment, Feb. 20, 2:30 - 5 pm at the Richardson Pool on Schofield Barracks and on Feb. 27, 2:30 - 5 pm at the Tripler swimming pool. Event sign up is required, call 655-4227.
Employment Readiness Program (ERP) Prepare for the job you want Attend an ACS Employment Orientation and get employment information on federal, state, private sector and staffing agencies.
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Reference materials, job listings, computers, web tour and more will be available for use. Orientations will be held at the Schofield Barracks, ACS, call 655-4227. Register online at www. acsclasses.com. Free online classes Attend job search training from your home or office. All you need is a phone and a computer. Register at www.acshiemployment. com, click on the teleseminar link. Free Computer Training ACS and New Horizons have teamed up to provide computer training on Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher. Seating is limited, call 655-4227 or 438-9285 for more information.
Call for more information on these additional classes: Anger Awareness Couples Communication Daddy Boot Camp Potty Training Your Toddler Stress Management Ages and Stages of Infant and Child Development Active Parenting Domestic Violence, Child Abuse and Neglect and Sexual Assault classes Baby Massage Newborn Care I and II Breast Feeding Basics Classes available on Schofield Barracks and AMR, call 655-0596 for information.
TRAVEL, TICKETS & MUSEUMS Army Museums U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii Fort DeRussy
The museum’s exhibits feature the history of the U.S. Army in Hawaii and the Pacific, illustrated with unique scale models, photos, military equipment and other artifacts. The newest permanent exhibition spotlights the notable career of Kauai-born GEN Eric Shinseki, former Chief of Staff of the Army. His biography, in addition to other books and military themed merchandise, is available in the Museum Store.
Information, Tickets, & Registration (ITR) Special Military Rates Let us help you with a special night out, event or vacation! Make your stay here in Hawaii memorable!
Located in an early 20th Century Coast Artillery Battery on Fort DeRussy, beachside at Kalia and Saratoga Roads, Waikiki. Open Tues.- Sun., 10 am - 4:15 pm (closed Mon. & most federal holidays). Free admission. Paid parking across the street. Guided tours available by appointment (call 438-2825). For general information, call 438-2821.
Now it’s even easier to request tickets—use our new online request form on www.mwrarmyhawaii.com! Just click on Travel, Tours & Tickets. Prices are subject to change without notice. Schofield Barracks ITR 655-9971 Flagview Mall, Bldg. 3320 Hours: Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 10 am - 4 pm
Tropic Lightning Museum Schofield Barracks
Fort Shafter ITR 438-1985 Ft. Shafter PX market, Bldg. 550 Hours: Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm Sat 9 am-3 pm
The museum exhibits tell the stories of the 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, and Wheeler Army Air Field. Interactive touch screens throughout the museum provide historical information, photographs and videos. The Changing Gallery features an exhibition about the Global War on Terrorism.
*Closed on Sundays & Federal Holidays Tickets requested online must still be picked up in person
In historic Carter Hall, corner of Waianae and Macomb. Open Tues.- Sat., 10 am - 4 pm (closed Sun., Mon. & most federal holidays). Free parking & admission. Guided tours available by appointment; for more information call 655-0438.
Waikiki Party Bus 9 pm – 4 am January 16, 30 February 6, 13, 27 Pick-up at 9 pm at Schofield ITR, 9:30 at Fort Shafter, Richardson theatre, round-trip transportation provided to and from Waikiki. $20/$25 per person.
BSC holders ride for free!
Luau Bus Trips Hale Koa Luau January 8, 22, February 5, 19 4 pm – 9:30 pm
TROPIC LIGHTNING MUSEUM BLDG. 361, WAIANAE AVE. PH: 655-0438 TURN RIGHT INTO LYMAN GATE ST THE 2ND TRAFFIC LIGHT ON KUNIA ROAD. GATE GUARDS WILL ASK TO SEE A PHOTO I.D. FOR EACH ADULT AND THE CURRENT CAR REGISTRATION.
Germaine’s Luau January 15, 29, February 12, 26 Catch the bus to the luau at the Schofield Commissary or Richardson Theater on Fort Shafter and the ride is on us! Shark Tours January 3, February 28 10 am, $85 per person. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Australia Travel Packages Experience Sydney, the Gold Coast, Brisbane or much more! Great packages still available, starting at just $1271.
CORRECTION: Due to editor error, previous issues of this publication have listed the Fort DeRussy Museum as featuring a temporary exhibition titled “Tour of Paradise: An American Solider in the South Pacific.” Please note that this exhibit is no longer available; it was discontinued in May of 2008.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS January 2 3
Family Fun Friday, Tropics Friday Night Scrappers, SB A&C Woodshop Safety Class, SB A&C Shark Tours, SB ITR Deep Sea Fishing, SB ODR
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Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Sunday Brunch, Hale Ikena, Fort Shafter and Kolekole Bar & Grill, Schofield
5 Intramural Soccer Entry Deadline Mongolian BBQ, Kolekole Bar & Grill, Schofield 6
Karaoke Night, Tropics Keiki Krafts Kamp Begins, SB A&C Youth Baseball & Softball Registration Begins
7 Kids Fine Arts Classes Begin, SB A&C 8
Adult Drawing and Sketching Classes Begin, SB A&C Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Hale Koa Luau Bus Trip, SB & FS
9 Valley Isle Voyage, SB ODR 10 Digital Photo Classes Begin, SB A&C 11 Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Beach Bus, SB & FS 12 Intramural Soccer League Begins Twilight Golf, Nagorski Golf Course, Fort Shafter 13 Karaoke Night, Tropics Quilting Class, SB A&C Yoga, FS PFC 14 Framing Class, SB A&C Oogles n Googles, SB Library Create A Card, SB Library 15 Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, Tropics Mom & Tot, SB A&C Germaine’s Luau Bus Trip, SB & FS U.S. Army Garrison, Hawaii DFMWR Marketing Office 350 Eastman Road, WAAF Schofield Barracks, Hawaii 96857-5019
February 16 Family Fun Friday, Tropics Editing Classes Begin, SB A&C Waikiki Party Bus, SB & FS 17 Woodshop Safety Class, SB A&C Deep Sea Fishing, SB ODR 18 Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Beach Bus, SB & FS 20 Karaoke Night, Tropics Pottery Wheel Throwing, FS A&C
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Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Beach Bus, SB & FS Sunday Brunch, Hale Ikena, Fort Shafter and Kolekole Bar & Grill, Schofield
13 Basic Computer Photo Editing Classes Begin, SB A&C Waikiki Party Bus, SB & FS
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Racquetball Tournament Begins Mongolian BBQ, Kolekole Bar & Grill, Schofield
15 Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Beach Bus, SB & FS
21 Afterschool @ the Library, SB Library
3 Karaoke Night, Tropics Framing Class, SB A&C Dance Yoga, FS PFC
22 ProQuest Newsstand Training, SB Library Hale Koa Luau Bus Trip, SB & FS
4 Kids Fine Arts Classes Begin, SB A&C
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Football Bash Clinic, AMR Stained Glass & Mosaics FS A&C Stand Up Paddling, SB ODR Sun, Sand Surf, Pililaau Army Recreation Center
25 Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Adventure Bike Tour, SB ODR Beach Bus, SB & FS 26 Racquetball Tournament Entry Deadline 27
Puppet Show, FS Library Quilting Class, SB A&C Pottery Wheel Throwing, FS A&C Vinyasa Power Yoga, FS PFC
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Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Cardio Step and Circuit Classes, FS PFC Hale Koa Luau Bus Trip, SB & FS
6 Family Fun Friday, Tropics Friday Night Scrappers, SB A&C Waikiki Party Bus, SB & FS 7 Woodshop Safety Class, SB A&C Adventure Kayak Tour, SB ODR 8 Sewing/Quilting, FS A&C Beach Bus, SB & FS 9
Random Acts of Kindness Week Begins, All Libraries Twilight Golf, Nagorski Golf Course, Fort Shafter
29 Mom & Tot, SB A&C Puppet Show, AMR Library Germaine’s Luau Bus Trip, SB & FS
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Karaoke Night, Tropics Basic Foil Techniques Classes Begin, SB A&C Vinyasa Power Yoga, FS PFC
30 Racquetball Tournament Meeting Waikiki Party Bus, SB & FS
11 Oogles n Googles, SB Library Afterschool @ the Library, SB Library
31 Madden 09 Tournament, Tropics
12 Rock Band Rumble, Tropics
28 Puppet Show, SB Library
14 Framing Class, SB A&C Keiki Art Classes, FS A&C
17 Karaoke Night, Tropics Pottery Wheel Throwing, FS A&C 18 Feng Shui, SB Library 19
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, Tropics Young Readers Book Club, SB Library Cardio Step and Circuit Classes, FS PFC Halekoa Bus Trip SB & FS
20 Family Fun Friday, Tropics Friday Night Scrappers, SB A&C 21 Sun, Sand Surf, Pililaau Army Recreation Center 22 Read to the Dogs, FS Library Beach Bus, SB & FS 24 Karaoke Night, Tropics Quilting Class, SB A&C Vinyasa Power Yoga, FS PFC 25 Curtains BSC Preview Night, Theatre 26 Curtains Performance, Theatre Tropics Triathlon, Tropics Gale’s Literature Training, SB Library 27 Curtains Performance, Theatre Waikiki Party Bus, SB & FS 27 Tour de North Shore Bike Trip, SB ODR Stained Glass & Mosaics FS A&C
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