In Support of the Army Family Covenant
U.S. Army Garrison, Hawaii Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation www.mwrarmyhawaii.com March / April 2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Keiki Craft
Night
March / April 2011 Volume 4 Issue 2
St. Patrick s Day
2-3 What’s Happening!
Thursday, March 177 6:00 - 8:00 pm
4 Sports & Fitness 5 Army Family Covenant Blue Star Card Program 6 Libraries KMC 7 Tropics BOSS
Create Easter Eggs Thursday, April 21 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The first craft item is FREE for Children 10 and under. All supplies are provided.
Thursday is also our Family Fun Mongolian Barbecue Night starting at 5:00 pm. You choose your ingredients and we stir fry it on a round, iron griddle. Includes steamed rice, asian noodles or fried rice. Board Games and children's movies available for your entertainment.
8 Outdoor Recreation Hale Koa 9 Auto Skills Centers 10 Dining 11 Army Golf Bowling Pilila’au 12 Arts & Crafts Centers ITR 13 Child, Youth & School Services 14 Army Community Service 15 Family and MWR Telephone Directory
Last performance March 13, 2011 The Best of Broadway An unforgettable musical revue featuring some of Oahu’s most gifted performers performing the greatest hits of Broadway: yesterday, today and tomorrow!
Order Tickets online at www.armytheatre.com For more information please call (808) 438-4480 or (808) 438-5230
16 Say What! DISCOVERY is published by the Family and MWR Marketing Office. www.mwrarmyhawaii.com cover photo by: Laura Bratcher
mwrarmyhawaii.com Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
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April 23, 2011 Sills Field Schofield Barracks
For more information, please call 655-1130.
8 am – 2 pm Join us for our Annual Enchanted Character Breakfast. Visit information booths from your local community and have loads of fun while enjoying carnival style rides, games, prizes and more!
@ Tropics Recreation Center Saturday, March 12, 2011 @ 7 pm
For more information, please call 655-9971 or 655-0111/3
Join the party! Tropics will offer food and beverage specials along with live music that will get you out of your seat and on the dance floor! Don’t stay at home on a Saturday night when you can have a good time at Tropics. For more information, please call 655-5698.
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SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS Fitness Center Programs Develop good habits and stay in shape at our physical fitness centers. We have the best equipment, organized activities and all the necessary tools to get you in or help you stay in great shape! All Army Sports Sand Volleyball (M&W) Entry Deadline: Mar. 1, 2011
Marathon (M/W) Entry Period: Apr. 1 – Jul. 1, 2011
Fitness Classes
Women Floor Volleyball Entry Deadline: Mar. 1, 2011
Softball (M/W) Entry Period: Apr. 2 – Jul. 2, 2011
Army 10 Miler Entry Period: Apr. 1 – Jul. 1, 2011
Golf (M) Entry Period: May 1 – Aug. 1, 2011
Get Fit & Stay There With These Amazing Fitness Classes! Cardio Kickboxing, Group Cycling, Yoga, Zumba, Boot Camp and many more classes are available Monday – Friday at Schofield Barracks Health & Fitness Center. Can’t make it during the week? We offer some Saturday classes as well. These classes are FREE for all Active Duty Soldiers and their Family Members with an ID card. Join our Stroller Strides Total Fitness Program every Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 8:30 - 9:45 am at Stoneman Stadium. First Class Free! Call 258-0402 for more information.
Intramural Sports 2011 Sprinters Challenge, Apr. 8 Apr. 9, 2011. Entry Deadline: Apr. 1, 2011
Softball (M&W), May 16 - Aug. 26, 2011. Entry Deadline: May 6, 2011
Tripler & Fort Shafter In addition to the swimming pool and cardio rooms, TAMC offers fitness classes on Mondays (Step Aerobics), Wednesday (Cardio Kickboxing), and Fridays (Zumba Fitness) from 4:30 to 5:30 pm; 35-40 minutes cardio, including strength training and Pilates Mat for an all around workout. Free for active duty military and their dependents w/ID, all others including DoD personnel are $4.00 per class or $25.00 per monthly pass.
Racquet-Rush Tournament, Apr. 13 Apr. 15, 2011. Entry Deadline: Apr. 6, 2011 Army Civilian Fitness Program • DA approved program in which civilians employed by the Army are encouraged to engage in a regular program of exercise and other positive health habits.
AMR New massage services available! Select from Deep Tissue, Swedish, Thai, Shiatsu, Lomi-Lomi or Therapeutic Massage for relaxation, therapy, pain relief and more. Call 833-0338 for more information.
• Commanders and Supervisors may approve and allow for three onehour exercise sessions each week during normal work hours for a total of 78 hours over a consecutive 6 month period of time.
HMR Helemano Military Reservation is open Monday - Friday from 6 am 9 pm, Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm and Sunday from 1 pm - 6 pm.
• Civilian Fitness- is a one-time enrollment opportunity. • Goal: to initiate and maintain healthy behavioral changes via initial - and post- assessments and development of an exercise/nutrition program appropriate for each participants lifestyle. • Supervisor approval and support is necessary for official entry
Stroller Stride and Ride: Wednesdays & Fridays @ 10 am.
Ongoing Programs Offered
Bootcamp Circuit: Mondays and Wednesdays @ 1:30 pm.
100,000 Steps (Anytime) Body Fat Analysis (Anytime)
Hard “Core” Abs class: Tuesdays @ 11:15 am.
The next assessment period will be in Apr. 2011; Participants are enrolled for 6 months from:
HMR Circuit Training (Call for an appointment)
Yoga Core/ Flex & Flow: Thursdays @ 11:15 am.
• May 1, 2011 – Oct. 31, 2011 • New enrollments begin Apr. 2011; Contact POC listed below for an appointment time.
100 Mile Running Club
Upoming Programs 3 on 3 Basketball Ladder May-Jul 2011
Weekly Health & Fitness Center Calendar
• Pre and Post assessments, to take place in Apr. and Oct. respectively, are mandatory. Schofield Barracks Health & Fitness Center: Apr. 19 @ noon & Apr. 22 @ 10 am.
8:30 AM
Fort Shafter Physical Fitness Center: Apr. 20 @ 11 am & 2 pm. Assessment duration: 1-2 hours depending on group size.
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For more information concerning the Army Hawaii Civilian Fitness Program visit http://sfa.hawaiioffice.com/cfp USAG Hawaii Fitness Coordinator at: 655-9650 or email: adrosor.perry@us.army.mil
Learn to Swim at Richardson Pool Session #1: Mar. 7-17 (Register Mar. 5 & 6) Session #2: Apr. 11-21 (Register Apr. 2 & 3) Registration will be held for 2 days only at Richardson Pool from 9 – 11 am. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Children must be registered with CYSS and card must be shown in order to register for classes.
Class Rotation
9:30 AM
Yoga (9:45 AM)
Pilates Fusion
11:45 AM
Boot Camp (45 min)
Zumba
4:00 PM
Yoga
5:00 PM
Step & Abs
6:00 PM
Zumba
Zumba Boot Camp (45 min)
Yoga (9:45 AM)
Group Cycling (10:15 AM)
Boot Camp (45 min)
Group Cycling
Core & More
Cardio Kickboxing
Step & Pump
Group Cycling
Group Cycling
Zumba
Yoga
Zumba (4:15 PM)
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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT / BLUE STAR CARD
The Blue Star Card is an Family and MWR discount and activities program intended to enhance the well being of Spouses and Families of combat deployed Army Soldiers during the stressful time of deployment. For eligibility requirements or more information about this program and upcoming events please call 655-0002, visit us on the web at www.bluestarcardhawaii.com or Find Us and Friend Us on Facebook!
THE BIG
Walk off the Wait (WOW) This activity is held every other month to give Blue Star Card holders the opportunity to see how beautiful the island is by going on various hikes around Oahu. Big R: Countdown to Redeployment This is a monthly event for Blue Star Card holders to count down the months until their Soldier returns. Each month there is a different activity such as Bowling, Zumba, Casino Night, Luau, etc. as well as free childcare and appetizers. Create-a-Card This activity is held four times per year at the SGT Yano Library. It gives the Families of deployed Soldiers the chance to make personalized greeting cards for their Soldiers. Theatre Night This event is held four times per year at the Army Community Theatre, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Blue Star Card holders can enjoy transportation, preshow appetizers, and a viewing of a performance of the current production at the theatre, all for free!
UPCOMING EVENTS
March
April
March 8 - Walk off the Wait March 15 - Aquarium After Dark March 18 - Spring Break Splash March 31 - Big R: Spa Night
April 5 - PT in the Park April 8 - Family Game Night April 19 - Big R: Hale Koa Magic Show April 23 - Fun Fest & ITR Travel Fair April 26 - PT in the Gym
April is the Month of the Military Child! To show our appreciation, Blue Star Card children 10 and under will receive free Keiki Meals on Keiki Night at the Family and MWR clubs for the whole month of April! Kolekole Bar & Grill
Hale Ikena
Schofield Barracks Wednesday is Keiki Night 5 - 8 pm
Fort Shafter Tuesday is Keiki Night 5 - 8 pm
The Blue Star Card holder must show a valid Blue Star Card to receive the discount. For questions regarding this discount, please contact the Blue Star Card program at 655-0002 or 655-0112.
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LIBRARIES / KMC Reads. Children ages 8-12 come join in the conversation with these amazing books that have either won or are nominated for an award. New meeting time is 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Come for the discussion, stay for the fun activity. Visit the library or call for information
Did You Know? At your libraries you can… Download free audiobooks? Access us online on AKO? Record a story for your child before deploying? Ask a librarian anything, 24 hours a day? Reach us by calling: 655-8002 (SGT Yano at Schofield Barracks), 438-9521 (Fort Shafter) or 833-4851 (AMR).
SGT Yano Library Wednesdays Fort Shafter Library Tuesdays Aliamanu Library Thursdays
• Mar. 8 : When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead • Apr. 5 : Floating Circus by Tracie Vaughn Zimmer
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Theatre Thursdays @ SGT. Yano Library Schofield Barracks Learn the basics of stage acting in our on-going theatre program for ages 12 and up. Meetings will be held the first and third Thursdays of the month (Mar. 3, 17 and Apr. 7, 21) from 4 to 5:30 pm. Learn stage presence, acting skills, improvisation techniques and the varying types of theatre. Call for more information or to register. Walk-ins are also welcome. Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! @ the Libraries The Cat in the Hat will be visiting Army Libraries in March to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday. This free program is for children of all ages. Come to Aliamanu Library on Tues, Mar. 1, SGT. Yano Library on Wed, Mar. 2, and Fort Shafter Library on Thurs, Mar. 3. All programs will begin at 3 pm. The cat will read some Seuss classics like Green Eggs and Ham and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. Afterschool @ SGT. Yano Library Elementary age children are invited to enjoy tales of Leprechauns on Mar. 16
After School Fun @ Fort Shafter Library Did you know Mar. 14 is “Save a Spider Day”? Come to the library for some after school spider fun. Make a craft, play some games and if you see a spider, don’t step on it! Join the fun Mar. 14, from 3 - 3:45 pm. All ages welcome!
Crocheting with Plarn @ the libraries What is Plarn? Why it’s plastic yarn, which can be recycled from grocery bags. Staff will teach participants how to turn ordinary plastic shopping bags into “plarn”, as well as share some fun crochet patterns. It will be helpful to know some crochet, but not necessary. Bring an N hook and 2 - 3 plastic bags to start with. Give your used plastic bags new life! Sessions will be held on Tues, Apr. 5 at AMR Library, Wed, Apr. 6 at Ft Shafter Library, and Thurs, Apr. 7 at SGT. Yano Library. All programs will run from 5 - 6:30 pm. Call your nearest library for registration and more details.
Clothing Swap @ AMR Library Recycle Reduce Reuse! Apr. 22 is Earth Day. Save money and reduce waste by participating in a clothing swap at the library. Gather all the perfectly good wardrobe items that you no longer wear (unused stuff clutters your life), say bye-bye with bliss, as you let go of your items. Make space for new-to-you pieces that you actually WILL wear! The swap will be held on Fri, Apr. 22, from 4 – 5:30 pm. Call for more information.
Scavenger Hunt @ the libraries Help the Army libraries celebrate National Library Week, Apr. 10-16 by participating in our Library Scavenger Hunt. The hunt runs all week long and every participant receives a prize when they complete their card. There will be a grand prize drawing at the end of the week for all participants. With four categories to choose from Preschool, School Age, Teen, and Adult, the whole family can take part. Come one, come all!
READ TO THE DOGS @ SGT. Yano and Aliamanu Libraries Our volunteer therapy dogs and service dogs from Hawaii Fido are nonjudgmental and comforting to children who need to practice their reading and improve their fluency. Children who are able to read on their own may sign up for a 15-minute session to read to a dog at SGT. Yano Library on Saturday, Mar. 12 and Apr. 9 from 11 am – 12:15 pm, and Saturday Mar. 5 and Apr. 2 from 9 – 10:15 am at AMR library. Call either library to reserve a space or for more information.
Flower Lei Making @ the libraries To help our military families learn about Lei Day in Hawaii, the Army libraries, in partnership with the Native Hawaiian Office, will be hosting Flower Lei-Making Workshops. Tues, Apr. 26, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Aliamanu Community Center; Wed, Apr. 27, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Fort Shafter Library; and Thurs, Apr. 28, 6 - 7:30 pm at SGT. Yano Library, Schofield Barracks. The program is free and all materials will be provided. Please call to register or for more information.
Parent-to-Parent @ SGT. Yano Library Schofield Barracks’ Parent to Parent Program will be presenting a special preschool story time on the theme of HAWAII at SGT. Yano Library on Wed. Apr. 20 at 10:00 am. Please call for more information.
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and a National Library Week program “I love my Library” on Apr. 6. Both programs are from 3 – 3:45 pm. Teen Lounge Book Club @ SGT. Yano Library Hey teens, have an opinion? Share it at SGT. Yano Library’s book club, Teen Lounge. Read the book and share your opinion with the group. Each month will feature a new teen novel. Only the latest popular titles have been selected. All meetings will run from 4:30 – 5:30 pm. Visit SGT. Yano Library to sign up. • Mar. 15 : Matched by Ally Condie • Apr. 12 : Going Bovine by Libba Bray Children’s Book Week @ SGT. Yano Library Celebrate Children’s Book Week with a pajama story hour followed by milk and cookies. This program is for children of all ages on Tues, May 3 at 6:30 pm. Wear your cutest pajamas! Award Winning Reads Book Club @ SGT. Yano Library It’s a new year of books for Award Winning
Learn to Crochet @ the libraries Want to learn to crochet? Come join us on Tues, Mar. 22 at Aliamanu, Wed, Mar. 23 at SGT. Yano, and Thurs, Mar. 24 at Fort Shafter, from 4 - 6 pm. Step-by-step instructions on basic crochet stitches and how to read patterns will be shown. Please bring a crochet hook size F or higher. Yarn will be provided. Program is open to any one ages 12 and above. Please call the libraries to register.
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TROPICS / BOSS
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Tropics Recreation Center Building 589, Foote Ave. 655-5698
Bunco: Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the Month, March 8 & April 12 for Bunco, FUN starts at 6 p.m. Texas Hold’em at the Tropics Recreation Center, Schofield Barracks. Texas Hold’em will be offered every 3rd Thursday of the month, starting at 6 pm, March 17 & April 21. Live on the south side of the island? Join us every 1st Wednesday of the Month, starting at 6 pm, March 2 & April 6 for Texas Hold’em at Hale Ikena. This great FREE monthly tournament lets you test your skills against the best of the best Army players around! All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome; it’s FREE with no buy in. Call 655-5698 for information. Tropics Tasty Tuesday / Open Stage Night Show off your talent no matter what it is and enjoy an evening of food and drink specials every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Save the dates: March 1 & 15 and April 5 & 19 BOSS Events @ Tropics BOSS Mixer Spring Break: March 25, 3 pm. BOSS “So you think you can DJ”: April 16, 6 pm.
Don’t miss a night of the family-friendly quality fun you’ve come to know and love in a whole new way. We are spicing things up with new games, prizes and themes. The fun still kicks off at 6 p.m. on every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Be sure to visit the website for Family Fun Fridays in all new locations! If that’s not enough, we’re
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BOSS (Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers) is always looking for a few good men (and women) to get out, get involved and make a difference!
family. Mahalo to our sponsors, Cutter and Papa Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.
If you want to get involved in your community, BOSS is the answer. You can become a Unit Rep or a Volunteer.
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For more information, please call 655-1130.
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OUTDOOR RECREATION / HALE KOA Outdoor Recreation Stop by Outdoor Recreation today for the ultimate Hawaiian experience! We’ll help you adjust your latitude and get the most out of your time in Hawaii. Phone reservations are accepted, a minimum 50% deposit is required for all equipment center reservations, 100% payment due for program registration. Mar. 5
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Kaneohe Bay Sand Bar Trip
6:30 am – 1:00 pm
$65
Mar. 6
Whale Watching on boat
7:00 am – 8:30 am 8:45 am – 10:15 am
$25
Mar. 9
EDGE Teen Adventure-Boating
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Call for info
Mar. 12
Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson
7:00 am – 12:30 pm
$60
Mar. 13
Adventure Fishing
5:00 am – 11: 00 am
$50
Mar. 15
Fishing Class
Call for details
FREE
Mar. 16
EDGE Teen Adventure
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Call for info
Mar. 19
Adventure Hike I/Whale Watch
6:30 am – 1: 00 pm
$10
Mar. 20
Adventure Fishing
5:00 am – 11:00 am
$35
Mar. 23
EDGE Teen Adventure
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Call for info
Mar. 26
NOAA Whale Counting
7:00 am – 1:00 pm
$10
Apr. 2
Family Ocean Activities
7:00 am – 1:00 pm
$50
Apr. 3
Adventure Surfing
6:30 am – 11: 30 am
$48
Apr. 4
Open Water Diver Certification
6:00 pm – 10: 00 pm
$199.99
Apr. 5
Home School Surf Adventure
10:00 am – 12: 00 pm
Call for info $65
Apr. 9
Kaneohe Bay Sand Bar Trip
6:30 am – 1:00 pm
Apr. 10
Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson
6:30 am – 11:30 am
$54
Apr. 11
Open Water Diver Certification
6:00 pm – 10: 00 pm
$199.99
Apr. 11
EDGE Cooking
2:30 pm – 5: 45 pm
Call for info
Apr. 12
EDGE Cooking
2:30 pm – 5: 45 pm
Call for info
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Apr. 12
Fishing Class
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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Apr. 13
EDGE Outdoor Adventure
1:30 pm – 5: 30 pm
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Apr. 14
EDGE Cooking
2:30 pm – 5: 45 pm
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2:30 pm – 5: 45 pm
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Apr. 16
Adventure Fishing
5:00 am – 11:00 am
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Apr. 17
Adventure Kayak I
6:30 am – 12:00 pm
$49
Apr. 18
Open Water Diver Certification
6:00 pm – 10: 00 pm
$199.99
Apr. 19
Home School Hiking Adventure
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Call for info
Apr. 20
EDGE Cooking
2:30 pm – 5: 45 pm
Call for info
Apr. 22
Adventure Night Bottom Fishing
3:00 pm – 11: 00 pm
$35
Apr. 24
Adventure Snorkeling w/ dolphins
Call for info
$30
Apr. 25
Open Water Diver Certification
6:00 pm – 10: 00 pm
$199.99
Apr. 26
EDGE Youth @ Pool
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Apr. 27
EDGE Outdoor Adventure
1:30 pm – 5: 30 pm
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Apr. 28
EDGE Youth @ Pool
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Due to weather conditions and other factors affecting outdoor programs, all program calendars are subject to change without notice. Please call for the most up-to-date information. Call Outdoor Recreation at 655-0143 or Ocean Concepts at 853-4673 (SCUBA programs only) for more information or to reserve your spot today!
AUTO SKILLS CENTER Check out everything you can do at
Schofield Barracks - The resale lot has gone from USAG-Oahu North Community Director’s office to DFMWR, Schofield Barracks Auto Skills Center. Permits to place your vehicle in the Resale Lot can be obtained at the SB Auto Skills Center. Fees for the permit will be as follows: 7 day permit fee $7.00, 14 day permit fee $14.00, 21 day permit fee $21.00, 28 Day permit fee $28.00, 7 day minimum. No refunds on permits.
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Fort Shafter - Ft. Shafter Auto Skills will be offering a mechanic for hire. If you don’t have the time to do the repairs yourself, you can come in for an estimate. Facility Services: Vehicle Safety Inspection Do-it-yourself repairs Paint Booth and Body Work Storage Needs? Rotate & Balance your tires Schofield Barracks Bldg. 910, Duck Rd. 655-9368 Tuesday - Friday: 11:30 am – 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Closed: Sunday, Monday & Holidays (Closed Tuesday if Holiday falls on Monday) Fort Shafter Bldg.1535, Fort Shafter Flats 438-9402 Tuesday - Saturday: 9:30 am – 5 pm Closed: Sunday, Monday & Holidays (Closed Tuesday if Holiday falls on Monday) Authorized Patrons: AD/Dependents/ DoD Civilians/Retirees/Reservists/ National Guards.
Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.
There is no admittance 1 hour prior to closing. You must have closed toe shoes and no children under 14 years old are admitted.
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DINING Weekly Dining
$22.95 for Adults, children’s prices available.
Dine with stunning views of Walter J. Nagorski Golf Course. Savory Sunday Brunch featuring roasted prime rib with a peppercorn crust and exquisite dishes with flavors infused from the Pacific Rim, Asia and Hawaii Nouveau. Large parties welcome! The modern elegance of the Hale Ikena is perfect for meetings, conferences and special occasions.
Here are some of our
Daily Specials
Enjoy 3 Beef Tacos w/mexican rice & beans for $4.99. And don’t forget about the $4 margarita specials & Coronas for $3.25. From 3:30 - 8 pm
Friday, March 4 and Friday, April 1 Lessons: 8 - 9 pm DJ Ever playing music from 9 pm - 12 am
Every first Wednesday of the month
Every last Friday of the month
For more information, please call 655-0660 or 655-4466
Children under 10 eat from the Keiki menu for $1.99! What a deal! Wednesday’s Keiki Night is from 5-8 pm
Every Thursday night
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Hale Ikena - Fort Shafter Phone: (808) 438-1974 or (808) 438-6712
Social Hour Monday - Friday 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.
Take Out Orders 655-0664
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ARMY GOLF / BOWLING / PILILAAU
Hale Ikena Fort Shafter, Hawaii
9 hole golf course located on Ft. Shafter FREE Mizuno Custom Club Fitting with Lou Merkle Twilight Golf Mon - Fri, 11:05 am For more information, call 438-9587 Leilehua Golf Course Renovation Project Renovation started mid January 2011 Expected timeline is 13 months 9 Holes will be open during entire construction period Fees lowered to match Nagaorski Golf Course Daily Operations: Parking lot will remain open Cart Barn will remain open Golf Pro Shop will remain open Clubhouse will remain open Leilehua Bar and Grill will remain open Catering Office will remain open Leilehua Grill open Mon - Sun, 6:30 am - 7:30 pm Call 655-4653 for more information.
Schofield Bowing Center 655-0573 Fort Shafter Bowling Center 438-6733 Wheeler Bowling Center 656-1745
Pililaau Army Recreation Center (PARC) Beach Equipment Price List Rentals (90 min / 9 am - 4 pm) Cabin guests receive $3 off each rental / program. SUP Boards (paddle & leash) $20 / $45 Two Man Kayak (paddles, seat) Soft Surfboard (leash) $12 / $25 Boogie Board (leash) Foam Surfboard (leash) $15 / $35 Mask set One Man Kayak (paddle, seat) $12 / $22 Fins
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ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER / TRAVEL, TOURS & TICKETS Special Military Rates Trained Personnel Let us help you explore paradise. Use our online request form on www.mwrarmyhawaii.com! Just click on Shows, Travel & Tickets.
EXCITING NEW CLASSES March is National Craft Month
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Spring Break Paper Stamping Collage Workshop for all ages!
Schofield Barracks ITR* 655-9971
March 14th – 18th 10:00 - 10:50 am ages 4 - 7
1:00 - 1:50 pm ages 12 - 14
11:00 - 11:50 am ages 8 - 11
2:00 - 2:50 pm ages 15 and up
Flagview Mall, Bldg. 3320 Hours: Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm Fort Shafter ITR* 438-1985
Creative Paper Making techniques- Fast, Fun, Musical and Educational! Students will learn the color wheel and understand primary and intermediate colors, they will discover how to create textures with manmade and natural objects. Finally they will use geometric shapes to recreate their favorite Eric Carle Character from his books. $30 for 5 sessions includes supplies. Additional siblings $20.
Ft. Shafter PX market, Bldg. 550 Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm *Closed on Sundays & Federal Holidays
ITR can handle all your travel needs!!
The Artist’s Way: A healing through Creative Art Journaling RELEASE your stress and pent up emotions! RELAX through Creative Art Journaling….a thoughtful, more artful path towards discovering your inner feelings. It’s scrapbooking techniques on a different level. Join us Wednesday night at 6 pm beginning March 9 through April. Teens and adults welcome. Visit with us once and you will be back for more!! ($8 per session plus supplies).
Alii Kai Catamaran: Adult: $64.00, Child (4-11yrs): $40.00, Buy one and get one Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011 Magic of Polynesia Show only: Adult: $49.00, Child (4-11 yrs): $31.00, Buy one and get one Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011 Dinner Show: Adult: $78.00, Child (4-11yrs): $50.00, Buy one and get one Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011
Drawing on the Right side of the Brain ANYONE CAN DRAW! Let us show you how! Based on the amazing drawing technique created by Betty Davis. Teens and Adults welcome. 8 session class meets 10 – 11 am every Saturday; beginning March 12 April 30 ($45 includes supplies).
Deluxe Dinner Show: Adult: $120.00, Child (4-11 yrs): $60.00, Buy one Ticket and get one Ticket Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011 Polynesian Cultural Center Gateway Buffet Package: All day package from 12 - 9pm, Adult: $45.00, Child: $30.00, Children 4 and under: Free *Special good till March 31, 2011
Watercolor for Beginners: Create your very own masterpiece by the end of our 8 session class. You will learn brush strokes, wet on wet technique, Water Spray techniques and drawing gum resist. Classes will meet every Saturday, 11 am - 12 pm, beginning March 12 - April 30. Ages 12 to Adult ($50 for 8 sessions plus supplies that can be purchased in our Craft store).
Alii Luau Special: All day package from 12 - 9pm, Adult (16 & Older): $61.00, Child (5-15 yrs): $49.00, Children 4 and under: Free *Special good till March 31, 2011
Specials in March - 2 for the price of 1! Bring a friend! Ceramic Mold Pouring – one session, March 4 or 18, 9 am - 12 pm, $25
Paradise Cruises Star of Honolulu “Pacific Star”: Buy an Adult ticket, Get another Adult ticket at 50% 1st Adult: $64.00 2nd Adult: $32.00 *Special good till March 31, 2011
Framing/Matting – one session, March 5 or 19, 9 am – 12 pm, $45 Mom & Tots – Free in March only! Thursdays, 10 – 11 am
Oahu Ghost Tours ORBS Driving Tour: Buy one, Get one 50% (Based on Adult Price) Adult: $28.00 2nd Person: $14.00 *Special good till March 31, 2011
Pottery Wheel Throwing 10 session class begins March 29th. Class meets every Tuesday night, 5 – 8 pm. $80 includes all supplies.
Honolulu City Haunts: Buy one, Get one 50% (Based on Adult Price) Adult: $47.00/2nd Person: $23.50 *Special good till March 31, 2011
Lei Making Braided Ribbon Lei Workshop - March 9, 11 am - 1 pm. $12 per session. Money Lei Workshop - March 16, 11 am – 1 p.m. $12 per session
Sacred Drive: Buy one, get one 50% (Based on Adult Price) Adult: $50.00. 2nd Person: $25.00 *Special good till March 31, 2011
All classes will require pre-registration and payment. Please call 655-4202 to register.
Schofield Barracks 655-4202
Ft. Shafter 438-1315
Wed - Thur: 10 am-5 pm Fri - Sat: 9 am-3 pm
Sat: 9 am-4 pm Sun: 11 am-4 pm
March Military Specials - www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/itr-welcome Please stop by your ITR office today for all of your travel and entertainment needs or call 655-9971 (SB)/438-1985 (FS) 12
CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES / SKIES Child, Youth and School Services Interested in volunteering to be a Youth Sports coach? Contact your nearest Youth Sports Office today: AMR / FS 836-1923
SB / HMR 655-6465
Mini Soccer Registration Mar. 22 - April 12, 2011 Youth born 2006-2007 are eligible for this sport. Fee is $20 and includes youths, parent t-shirts and sports ball. Mini sports meet once a week and is a parent participation program where youth learn basic skills of the sport. Track & Field Registration Mar. 8 – 29, 2011 Youth born 1993-2006 are eligible for this sport. Fee is $55. Practice begins April 5. Parents are to register their child’s individual memberships with registration office. Soccer registration April 5 – 26, 2011 Youth born 1995-2006 are eligible for this sport. Fee is $55. Practice begins July 5.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011 6:30 - 7:30 am Bennett Youth Center Field, Schofield Barracks
Home School P.E. Class- *This class is free* Youth Sports is currently conducting P.E. classes for our military home school families. To register, contact your nearest sports office and leave the following information: Child’s name, age / grade, home / cell number, family email address. We understand that our home school classes on different bases operate on different schedules. If you are interested in participating contact your nearest sports office to find out when the next session will be starting Call 655-5314 (SB) or 833-5393 (AMR) or visit Parent Central Services at either Schofield Barracks or AMR to register. For more information about any of our programs or to view our Youth Sports and Fitness Registration Form, Youth Sports Calendar, FAQ Sheet, Coaches Volunteer Resume and Medical Consent Form please visit www.armyhawaiiyouthsports.com.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011 6:30 - 7:30 am SKIES Unlimited offers quality classes for children and youth. Detailed information is available through SKIES or from CYSS Parent Central Services at either Schofield Barracks or AMR.
Fort Shafter Gym, Fort Shafter Join Mickey & Friends and participate with our Soldiers and their Families in a 30 minute Mousercise Aerobic routine followed by a Continental Breakfast. ALL PARTICIPANTS must bring a towel. For more information call: 836-1923 (Fort Shafter) or 655-6465 (Schofield Barracks).
Army Family Covenant Blue Star Card benefits available at $300 per student for SKIES classes. Through a partnership with EDGE, 6th-12th grade students may enroll through EDGE for free classes in Hip Hop, Ballroom Dance, Theatre Arts, Music and Tutoring. New classes for March and April include Fun with Fabric 5 - 10 yrs. old. and Manners & Etiquette 5-12 yrs. old FREE. SKIES is also offering Zumba! 12-18 year olds may enroll FREE under EDGE.
Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.
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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE
Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.
Classes at Army Community Service CHECK US OUT AT www.mwrarmyhawaii.com OR STOP BY OUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SEE HOW ACS PROGRAMS CAN WORK FOR YOU! Contact ACS at any of the following locations or at mwrarmyhawaii.com 2091 Kolekole Ave Schofield Barracks
127 A Krukowski TAMC
Bldg. 330 Fort Shafter - Aloha Cntr.
April is Child Abuse / Neglect Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. We invite you to join our community proclamation signings April 1, 10:30 11:30 am, Army Community Service, Schofield Barracks. There will be a myriad of events in the community for Soldiers and Families to promote these initiatives. Call 655-4227 for specific information regarding community events.
FALL is the Season for Savings!
The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) is looking for volunteers to participate in the Mystery Shopper Program. • Help evaluate our facilities and identify great or poor customer service by shopping anonymously at our various DFMWR facilities or activities. • Money (if any) will be provided for shopping. • Flexible Schedule. Are you up for the challenge and ready to have fun? Apply today at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/mysteryshopper For information please contact Sandy Kawahara at 656-0078 or sandy.kawahara@us.army.mil .
Family and MWR Open to military personnel deploying, awaiting permanent housing or just going on vacation. Dogs- $16/day for one, $12 for a second dog in the same kennel Cats- $12/day for one, $7 for a second cat in the same kennel Spaces are limited, cats and dogs only. For reservations or information, please call 368-3456. More info available at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com.
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TelephoneDirectory ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS)
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-1152
Real - life Solutions for Successful Army Living ACS, Schofield Barracks, Bldg 2091 .......... 655-4ACS/4227
Casual to fine dining; brunch, lunch or dinner; entertainment and catering.
Helemano .....................................................653-0719
Outreach Center, Fort Shafter Flats, Bdg 1599 ........................................................... 438-9285
Fort Shafter
ACS Satellite Center, Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC), Bldg. T127, ........................................ 438-4499 Victim Advocate ....................................624-SAFE/7233 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 655-0002/655-0112 BOWLING* Fort Shafter Bowling Center, Strike Zone.438-6733 Schofield Barracks Bowling Center .............. 655-0573 Wheeler Bowling Center ................................. 656-1745
Hale Ikena .................................................... 438-1974 Catering.........................................................438-6712 Schofield Barracks The Nehelani...........................655-0660/655-4466 Kolekole Bar & Grill ................655-0660/655-4466 Pililaau Army Recreation Center Sunset CafĂŠ..................................................696-6026 Reservations ................................................696-4158
GOLF*** Fort Shafter Walter J. Nagorski Golf Course..................438-9587 Mulligans ......................................................438-6715 Schofield Barracks
CHILD & YOUTH SCHOOL SERVICES*
Leilehua Golf Course ................................. 655-4653
Child Development Centers
Leilehua Grill ................................................655-1711
Aliamanu...................................................... 833-5570
LIBRARIES*
Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-1151
Aliamanu Library ........................................ 833-4851
Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-7106
Fort Shafter Library .................................... 438-9521
Petersen....................................................... 655-5293
SGT Yano Library, Schofield Bks .............. 655-8002
Helemano .................................................... 653-0724 CYS Services Outreach
RECREATION Arts & Crafts*
Parent Central Services
Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-1315
Aliamanu ..................................................... 833-5393
Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-4202
Schofield Barracks ................ 655-5314/655-8380 Kids on Site .......................................................655-8628 Family Child Care
Auto Skills Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-9402 Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-9368
Aliamanu...................................................... 837-0236
B.O.S.S. ............................................................. 655-1130
Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-8373
FMWR Kennel .................................................. 368-3456
Center-based, in-house, cooperative,full-time and part-time child care. Jobs and training provided for center and home caregivers. Middle School & Teen Programs (MS&T) Aliamanu...................................................... 833-0920 Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-0451 Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-1487 Helemano Military ...................................... 653-0717
YOUTH SPORTS SB Sports..................................................... 655-6465 AMR/FS Sports .......................................... 836-1923 SKIES / School Liaison Office / YESS Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-9818 Youth School Age Services Schofield Barracks ..................................... 655-6461 Aliamanu...................................................... 833-4932 Helemano .................................................... 653-0717 Fort Shafter ................................................ 438-6470 Work Force Prep .............................................. 655-0451
Information, Ticketing & Registration* Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-1985 Schofield Barracks ......................................655-9971 Special Events/Recreation Activities ...........................................................655-0111/0113 Tropics Recreation Center .............................. 655-5698 Wheeler Stables ...............................................655-0115
LODGING Tripler Lodging.................................................. 839-2336 Ft. Shafter DVQ .................................................438-1685 Kilauea Military Camp* Reservations Oahu..............................................................438-6707 Hawaii............................................... 1-808-967-8333 Pililaau Army Recreation Center* ................. 696-6783 Reservations ............................................... 696-4158
SPORTS AND FITNESS Physical Fitness Centers Aliamanu...................................................... 836-0338
Schofield Barracks Health & Fitness Center..............................................655-8007 Martinez Physical Fitness Center............. 655-0900 Tripler Physical Fitness Center.................. 433-6443
SPORTS USAG-HI Sports Office......................................655-9914 Outdoor Recreation Schofield Barracks Equipment Checkout*................................655-0143 Paintball ....................................................... 343-3929 Ocean Concepts ......................................... 853-4673 Swimming Pools Aliamanu Pool ............................................. 833-0255 Richardson Pool, Schofield Bks ............... 655-9698 Helemano Pool ............................................653-0716 Tripler AMC Pool...........................................433-5257 Tennis Center* Schofield .......................................................479-6727
SUBSTANCE ABUSE Army Substance Abuse Program .................. 655-9113 Adolescence Substance Abuse Counseling ...................................................................... 655-9944
THEATRE Theatre productions, workshops in theatre arts and costume rentals. Army Community Theatre*** Fort Shafter, Richardson Theater............. 438-4480
VETERNARY CLINICS Services are open to active duty personnel and military retirees. Please call for an appointment. Fort Shafter ..................................................433-2271 Schofield Barracks ................655-5889/ 655-5883
VOLUNTEERS Volunteer Coordinator................................ 655-2400
OUR PARTNERS AAFES AMR Shoppette/Gas Station ..........................833-6997 Fort Shafter PX..................................................843-1969 Schofield PX ......................................................622-1773 Class 6 ............................................................... 624-2171 Paradise Shoppette (24hr) .............................624-9825 Gas Station (Foote Gate) .................................624-5150 Military Clothing Sales ....................................624-0701 Food Court*** .................................................237-4502 DeCA Commissary ..................................................... 655-5066 *Also open to Department of the Army Civilian Employees ** Also open to DA and Federal Employees ***Also open to the General Public
Family and MWR Marketing
Steve Takekawa Sarah Chadwick Amanda Montgomery Laura Bratcher Lauressa Reese Tara Scully Allan Criss Dennis Tanaka Brandon Young Tim Pugh
What Family and MWR programs or facilities do you like the best? “Concerts....when they bring a good band.”
Rich
Director of Marketing Deployment Programs Coordinator Deployment Programs Coordinator Acct Exec CYSS, ACS Acct Exec CRD Acct Exec BOD Webmaster, Marquee Designer Senior Graphics Illustrator Graphics Illustrator Sponsorship & Advertising Manager timothy.pugh1@us.army.mil (808) 656-3318
The EDGE The EDGE! Program offers out-of-school opportunities for children and youth to excel, develop, grow and experience by participating in cutting-edge art, fitness, life skills and adventure activities known as Art EDGE!, Fit EDGE!, Life EDGE! & Adventure EDGE! EDGE! is open to 1st-12th graders. Register weekly for your EDGE! programs. $30 per week for 1st-5th graders and FREE for 6th-12th graders.
“Fitness classes because they are free for Family Members.”
New EDGE! programs for March and April 2011 include Teen Zumba Fitness, Fabric Fashion and Runway and Teen Dance: Tap, Jazz and Ballet. Also Home school Adventures for children who want to get their feet wet!
Naomi
“Playing pool at the Tropics and the Gym.”
Dillion
“Loved the Smash Mouth Concert & 4th of July.”
Julie
Program times are Monday-Friday from 2:45 - 5:45 pm. For more information please contact Kristine Yasuda at 655-0445 or Kristine.Yasuda@us.army.mil. The HIRED! Program The HIRED! Apprenticeship Program provides 15 -18 year-old youth with meaningful, professionally-managed career exploration opportunities in Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) operations. The HIRED! Apprenticeship program offers valuable paid work experience and training to better equip each participant with the skills needed for a highly-competitive job market.