Ho'okele News - Jan. 30, 2015 (Pearl Harbor-Hickam Newspaper)

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21st Century Sailor director holds all hands call at JBPHH January 30, 2015

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Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Detachment Hawaii Sailors stationed throughout Pearl Harbor gathered at historic Bloch Arena at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for an allhands call Jan. 23 hosted by Rear Adm. Rick P. Snyder, director, 21st Century Sailor office.

Snyder spoke to Sailors on how the 21st Century Sailor office is focused on maximizing the wellness of each Sailor and works to provide Sailors and families with the support network, programs, resources, training and skills needed to overcome adversity and thrive.

According to Snyder, the opportunity to host all-hands calls is important in letting Sailors know how the Navy’s support programs and resources are changing and improving.

“It’s really important to get out to the fleet and provide Sailors with feedback on where we are in Washington,” said Snyder.

“The policies and programs we put in place in Washington only go so far. It’s the Sailors in the fleet that implement them, so it’s

Rear Adm. Rick Snyder, director of 21st Century Sailor office, speaks to Sailors during an all-hands call at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. (Additional photo on page A-5.) important they know how things are changing and also how they can influence their change with their insight and feedback.”

Snyder also expounded on how the Navy is working to improve its sexual assault prevention and

response, suicide prevention, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention programs.

But in understanding how to go about these changes is where Sailors’ feedback comes in, Snyder explained.

“The only way we’re going to know if [the programs] work is if we get that feedback from them.”

Snyder also spent time speaking with Sailors one-on-one, a time Snyder finds critical toward understanding what is on a

Sailor’s mind.

“It’s important not to just go talk to the senior leaders out there. It’s important to get down all the way to the deckplate leaders and Sailors that are making things happen and get that feedback, one-on-one,” said Snyder. “That does two things— it gives me some very good information and also it lets Sailors know we don’t work in a vacuum. We want to know what they’re thinking.”

The programs that are managed by the 21st Century Sailor’s office include bystander intervention, equal opportunity, Navy alcohol and drug abuse prevention, Navy nutrition, operational stress control, total Sailor fitness, physical readiness, Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, Suicide Prevention and Transition Assistance Program.

The 21st Century Sailor office promotes resilience in all service members and Navy families as well as collaboration and synergy across a spectrum of wellness that maximizes total force fitness.

For more information about 21st Century Sailor, visit http://www.public.navy.mil/bupe rs-npc/support/21st_Century_ Sailor/Pages/default.aspx.

Drivers, pedestrians, cyclists should use caution CNO to hold all hands call Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam Safety Office

Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs

Due to recent pedestrian near misses at Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam, following reminders are provided to pedestrians, bicyclists and motor vehicle drivers who share in the safety duties and responsibilities.

Drivers • Shall not overtake and pass any vehicle stopped at a marked crosswalk or at an intersection, permitting a pedestrian to cross the roadway.

• Should not use cell phones unless the vehicle is safely and legally parked or unless they are using a hands-free device.

• Should refrain from any other activity that may be a distraction while driving and lead to traffic mishaps (i.e., eating, shaving, applying makeup, reading, etc).

Pedestrians • Should not enter any crosswalk or part of a crosswalk when vehicular traffic is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.

• Should wear reflective clothing during reduced visibility conditions and during the hours of darkness (from 30 minutes before sunset to

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert will be in Hawaii on Feb. 6 and will conduct an all hands call from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. at Bloch Arena at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. All hands are to be seated by 2:30 p.m.

The all hands call will begin with a reenlistment and awards ceremony. The CNO will then provide initial remarks to be followed by a question and answer period.

Uniform for re-enlistees and awardees will be Navy service uniform for E-6 and below and service khaki for E-7 and above. For all other military personnel in attendance, uniform will be uniform of the day.

Leadership is expected to ensure every Sailor available has the opportunity to hear from the Navy’s top leader.

U.S. Navy photo by David D. Underwood, Jr. Jennifer Barientos, educational assistant at Hickam Elementary School, stops traffic so children can safely cross the street at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.

30 minutes after sunrise).

• Should not wear portable headphones, earphones, cellular hands-free devices, ipods or other listening devices while running, jogging, walking, bicycling, skating or skate boarding in roadways and streets. These items may impair recognition of emergency signals, alarms, announcements, and the approach of emergency vehicles.

Bicyclists • Should wear approved Ansi or Snell Memorial Foundation certified bicycle helmets.

• When in use at night (from 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise), bicycles should be equipped with a white light on the front which shall be visible for at least 500 feet ahead and a red reflector or red light on the rear which shall be visible for a distance of at least 600 feet.

• Should wear light-colored clothing. During restricted visibility conditions, reflective clothing or vests shall be worn by all bicyclists.

Pedestrians, joggers and bicyclists should never assume that a driver sees you and will stop for you.

U.S. Navy photo by MC2(SW) Mark Logico Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert conducts an all hands call to more than 500 Hawaii-based Sailors held Jan. 19, 2012, at Sharkey Theater at JBPHH.

Aggressors take off for joint, coalition training in Pacific Staff Sgt. Shawn Nickel

354th Fighter Wing Public Affairs EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — Fourteen F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 18th Aggressor Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska transited Jan. 17 to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), and Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.

The group of fighters, along with more than 150 maintainers from the 354th Maintenance Group (354 MXG), deployed to support Pacific Air Forces exercises.

The Hawaii Air National Guard (HIANG) is hosting a large-scale “Sentry Aloha” fighter exercise which began Jan. 20. In the past a “Sentry Aloha” would typically involve one visiting fighter squadron and a limited number of aircraft.

For this exercise, F-22s and F-16s from Alaska, as well as F-15s from Massachusetts, are participating.

“It’s been an enormous challenge to get all the resources from this base and the other locations all together to make this come together,” said Capt. Jaime Samson,

pare U.S. Airmen, Sailors and Marines along with coalition partners in the Pacific theater of operations for contingency operations if the need arises “Exercises are an integral part of staying ready for anything,” Samson said. “We are the smallest Air Force we have ever been and keeping trained with our joint and coalition partners enables us to be ready to cover down for the entire Pacific region.”

Maintainers will keep the jets in top running order throughout the one-month deployment.

Chief Master Sgt. Mark Long, 354th MXG quality assurance superintendent, said keeping up with the regular scheduled maintenance happens no matter where the jets are located, so transferring tools and equipment becomes a challenge.

“Mission accomplishment and U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford One of 14 U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft with the 18th Aggressor Squadron takes off from Eielson the big-picture results of the job Air Force Base, Alaska, shortly after sunrise Jan. 17, in transit to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and Andersen keep these Airmen motivated to overcome these challenges and get Air Force Base, Guam, to participate in Pacific Air Forces exercises. (Additional photos on page A-5.) the tasks completed every day,” he an 18th Aggressor Squadron air ing parts along with working with will be great training opportuni- said. “Being able to be part of that battle manager from Eielson. career fields I’m not familiar with. ties.”

“There have been so many mov- After all is said and done, these The exercises are meant to pre- See AGGRESSORS, A-4

Nisei veterans honored with France’s highest award See page A-2

Symposium encourages open dialogue on way ahead for AsiaPacific health, security See page A-4

African-American history events See page B-2

Hawaii chiefs and first class Sailors participate in teambuilding hike See page A-2

Fitness Challenge showcases something for everyone See page B-1

ITT to offer Chinese New Year tours See page B-3

January 30, 2015 Ho‘okele A-2

Nisei veterans honored with France’s highest award Story and photo by MC2 Brian M. Wilbur

U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs HONOLULU — U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. was among a group of more than 300 who gathered for the awarding of the French Legion of Honor to 34 World War II Nisei veterans of the 100th Battalion 442nd Regiment during an event Jan. 23 at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii.

France’s highest award was presented to the Nisei veterans by Consul General Pauline Carmona, who flew in from the French Consulate in San Francisco for the special ceremony. Ranging from 90 to 96 years old, the veterans were also honored as “Chevalier dans l’Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur” (Knight in the National Order of the French Legion of Honor) for their participation in the liberation of France during World War II. Harris commended the “American Patriots” in an emotional keynote address.

“And now the names of these brave veterans here to-

Adm. Harry Harris Jr., commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet, delivers remarks at a ceremony honoring World War II veterans of the 100th Battalion 442nd Regiment at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. During the ceremony, 34 veterans were presented the French Legion of Honor for their efforts in the liberation of France. day will be added to that very select group of international heroes, and that honor is well deserved,” said Harris. “For each of you are heroes who served on the front lines, fought in the battles, bled on the battlefield and helped liberate a nation.

Gentlemen, your deeds are

the stuff of legends.”

Harold Kudo of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and president of the Maunalani Veterans Club showed his appreciation for the recognition from France.

“We are grateful for the support we receive. Thank you families and friends for

being who you are, our ohana,” said Kudo. “To you fellow veterans, thank you for your military service. To the consul general of France, merci beaucoup for today.”

The 442nd regimental Combat Team was composed of Japanese Americans— most of whom were from

Hawaii. The current commander of the Army’s 100th Battalion 442nd Infantry Regiment, Lt. Col. Daniel J. Austin, spoke of how the Nisei veterans overcoming tremendous obstacles continue to inspire those serving in the military today.

“I am positive that none of

our veterans here on stage today fought 74 years ago for all of the honors and accolades they would receive over the decades,” said Austin.

“They made a decision not knowing the future. They made a decision at a time when their nation did not live up to its ideals, did not accept their values as citizens. So yes, their war record is enviable. What amazing warriors, and perhaps even more remarkable, is their patriotism.”

Both Austin and Harris noted the need to never forget what the Nisei veterans accomplished.

“Our nation draws her strength from those who served in the past, like these veterans of World War II,” said Harris.

“Our nation draws her strength from those who serve today, like those in uniform seated throughout the audience. And our nation will continue to draw her strength from those who freely volunteer to serve and defend our nation as members of our armed forces.

Those who serve are part of an unbroken chain, linking Americans, generation to generation,” he said.

Hawaii chiefs and first class Sailors participate in teambuilding hike Story and photo by MC1 Brian McNeal

(Left) More than 300 chief petty officers and first class petty officers from multiple commands across Hawaii gather for a lesson in Naval heritage atop the Makapuu Point trail as a part of an area-wide CPO 365 event.

U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs HONOLULU — In the early morning hours of Jan. 27, on Oahu’s Makapuu Point, more than 300 chief petty officers and first class petty officers stationed across Hawaii gathered for a hike.

The two-mile journey provided the opportunity to develop camaraderie through exercise and is a part of CPO 365, a yearround training initiative that fosters team building and community service and demonstrates the expectations and accountability that come with donning the anchors of a chief petty officer.

“Events like today are especially important to do as a region,” said Master Chief Machinist’s Mate Jay Cherland, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet command master chief.

“They give first class petty officers an opportunity to see what we do as a chiefs’ mess, especially with communication. It’s an occasion to network, to get out of your peer group and widen your pool of knowledge.”

With eight commands represented, many of the Sailors carpooled or rideshared to further enhance the fellowship.

“The chiefs’ mess came up with this idea and they are always engaging and supportive,” said Yeoman 1st Class Gregory Joseph. “Even

(Below) Chief petty officers and first class petty officers across Hawaii hike the Makapuu Point trail.

though we don’t see each other on a daily basis, we can get together at an event like this and network, talk to different people, and get new ideas. Plus, it’s just fun.”

Operations Specialist 1st Class Kathryn Richardson also enjoyed the time spent with fellow first class petty officers.

“This was a good opportunity to get together with fellow first classes in the CPO 365 program and experience this hike together,” said Richardson. “The teambuilding events and being able to hear everyone’s points of view are the most valuable parts of the course.”

Once all the hikers reached the top of the point,

the group took a team photo and paused to learn about local Navy heritage.

“Incorporating naval heritage with a hike helps bring to life what our predecessors would have seen on an average day at Makapuu,” said Chief Information Systems Technician Richard Rivera.

“CPO 365 is building upon the ties between first class and chief petty officers that have been in place since back when the first chiefs were promoted. This program provides a common ground for all first class petty officers and re-invigorates the chief’s mess. If you attend a CPO 365 training event, you will certainly learn something,” Rivera said.

Niece of Gabrunas Hall namesake visits Pearl Harbor Story and photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz

Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam Public Affairs When Elizabeth and Bill Geller boarded an aircraft at Logan International Airport in Boston, headed for Hawaii, the main purpose was not to catch some sunshine but to visit a building, located at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH).

Gabrunas Hall, located at JBPHH, is known mainly as home for nearly 200 Sailors stationed here.

However, for Elizabeth, the hall represented the sacrifice her uncle, Philip J. Gabrunas, made during World War II. On Nov. 19, 1943, Gabrunas, a Boston native, was 29 years old and a chief motor machinist’s mate assigned to the submarine USS Sculpin (SS191) when it was sunk by a Japanese destroyer north

Elizabeth Geller, niece of Chief, Motor Machinist Philip J. Gabrunas, and her husband Bill, place a lei on the USS Sculpin's plaque at the USS Parche Submarine Park and Memorial, located at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. of Oroluk, an island near fold when the Sculpin was Truk, located in the South scuttled.

“It is simply amazing Pacific. Philip was manning the hydraulic mani- just to be here,” Elizabeth

said. “We meant to be here during the building’s dedication ceremony in 1999 but, unfortunately due to

my husband’s (Bill) health, we were unable to.”

The health issue that prevented the Gellers from attending the ceremony was Bill’s bout with cancer.

Fortunately for the family, Bill recovered and seemed even more enthused than Elizabeth to venture to the local site.

“Her uncle was a hero,” he said. “To go down with the ship, knowing your fate and accepting it, along with saving the lives of his fellow shipmates, is amazing.

Although he was awarded a Silver Star and Purple Heart posthumously for his actions, his selflessness, his sacrifice, his dedication and bravery makes me believe he was worthy of a Medal of Honor.”

When they arrived at Gabrunas Hall, everything seemed to stand still for the Gellers. As they entered the building, the Gabrunas Hall staff and a large portrait of Gabrunas greeted them.

“The building and por-

trait are amazing,” Elizabeth said. “The funny thing is, Bill and I provided the negative of the photograph years ago to the person in charge, and it is just humbling to see it now in front of us.”

The Gellers spent their afternoon sharing stories passed down about Gabrunas and what he was like. Elizabeth and Bill’s day ended with a visit to the USS Parche Submarine Park and Memorial. As they laid a wreath on the USS Sculpin’s portion of the memorial, their trip, which brought them nearly 5,100 miles in less than 24 hours, came to an end.

“It’s amazing to think I was reluctant to visit Gabrunas Hall,” she said.

“Luckily, I have a husband who is almost as stubborn as me to get me to come out here. It took him nearly 16 years to do so, but I’m glad he did. My uncle was a hero.”

Elizabeth quickly added, “He is my hero.”

January 30, 2015 Ho‘okele A-3 Commentary

New squadron highlights importance of cyber security

Seizing the opportunity Rear Adm. Rick Williams

Tech. Sgt. Aaron Oelrich

Commander, Navy Region Hawaii and Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific Living and working at a place like Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam is like being immersed in history. The base is filled with memorials, streets, facilities and parks with names of heroes who have been immortalized.

One such place is the Doris Miller Park neighborhood.

In December 1941, Doris “Dorie” Miller was a 22 year-old mess attendant assigned to the USS West Virginia. At the onset of the attack on Dec. 7, he ran to his battle station, the antiaircraft battery amidship, only to find that the battery had been disabled by one of the nine torpedoes that nearly destroyed the venerable battleship.

The young and physically imposing Sailor spent the next few minutes carrying wounded shipmates to safer havens on deck when he was ordered to the bridge to help move the commanding officer, Capt Bennion, who had been mortally wounded moments before.

As the attack wore on, Miller, who had no experience with the weapon, quickly took charge of a 50caliber anti-aircraft gun and fired furiously at the attackers until his ammunition was exhausted and he was ordered to abandon ship.

Miller’s actions were recognized by many of the senior officers who were present on the West Virginia that morning, and he was subsequently presented with the Navy Cross for his extraordinary courage in battle.

What is not widely known is that Miller later paid the

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U.S. Navy photo Adm. Chester W. Nimitz pins the Navy Cross on Doris Miller, at a ceremony May 27, 1942 aboard the USS ultimate sacrifice with his Enterprise (CV-6) at Pearl Harbor. life when he was lost with Our nation’s armed forces of CNIC’s guiding principles 645 other Sailors aboard the Liscome Bay in November are stronger when the best is to “Live a Culture of Conand brightest of our people tinuous Improvement,” 1943.

As an African-American are allowed to integrate into which encompasses the in the Navy in 1941, Doris the team and use their God- sharing of lessons and Miller’s options were lim- given talents, intellect and thoughtful critical introited. Most African-Ameri- diversity to strengthen the spection.

Annual commemorations cans in World War II were whole.

The Navy has taken con- like February’s Africanrestricted to serve in support capacities ashore or in crete steps to gauge the American History Month small harbor or coastal fleet’s diversity climate are important because, like craft. The same limited through the Command the physical reminders mentality pervaded the Managed Equal Opportu- around this base, they renity (CMEO) program and mind us of legacy and other services as well.

Unfortunately, discrimi- annual climate surveys. lessons learned. It is also nation was present in our Congress has mandated important that we take part Navy until 1970 when Chief through the National De- in the many events in of Naval Operations Adm. fense Authorization Act that February that celebrate di“Bud” Zumwalt issued equal commanders become more versity within our culture. opportunity directives for accountable for those sur- This diversity makes us fair advancement, treat- veys, and I am committed as stronger.

Miller exemplified the ment, and benefits for all your region and MIDPAC commander to demand full spirit of the warfighter. He Sailors.

It is estimated that participation from every was ready to fight and, African-American men and tenant command and per- when the situation was critwomen make up 17 percent sonally read each survey ical, he seized the moment of our armed forces today as with the intent to identify and took the fight to the enenlisted and officer, from problems and complaints emy.

We are all grateful and seaman to admiral, with and take steps to improve inspired by the example of equal opportunities in what- deficiencies.

In short, those surveys Doris Miller and other ever field or service for which their skill set suits are a direct line from every African-Americans who Sailor to me, and I take that rose above the racism and them.

Imagine if the same men- responsibility seriously. the limitations that were tality of 70 years ago per- Our Sailors will continue to placed on them to serve sisted today and we lost that see their leadership become their country. Let’s learn 17 percent due to racial more informed on issues of from our past and seize the bias. The thought is stagger- equal opportunity and en- opportunity today to fully ing. We still need to ensure gaged in eliminating unfair integrate and harness the talents of warfighters like we have strength through treatment.

I am reminded that one Doris Miller. diversity.

Rear Adm. Rick Williams

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Recognizing the growing importance of cyber security in the Air Force and the nation, the 561st Network Operations Squadron (NOS) Det.1 will now be known as the 690th Cyberspace Operations Squadron (COS), a change that officially took place Jan. 6.

The new 690th COS will take advantage of the efficiencies gained from the Air Force Network that will allow Air Force cyber experts to be better prepared to operate, maintain and secure the Air Force Information Network.

“The 690th COS can provide a more proactive mission of identifying and closing vulnerabilities as well as interpreting cyber intelligence and implementing new network configurations,” said Col. Chad Raduege, 690th Cyberspace Operations Group commander.

There are 144 Airmen in the 690th COS who conduct 24-hour operations, seven days a week.

Their mission is to provide agile cyber combat support worldwide and enable warfighters the ability to leverage advanced weaponry against those who seek to harm the United States and global allies. This mission has not changed with the deactivation of the 561st NOS Det. 1.

“What is improving, with the 690th COS activation, is an effort to develop better network situational awareness, to become less reactive and more proactive,” said Raduege.

Ford Island Bridge to be closed morning of Feb. 11 All lanes of the Ford Island Bridge will be closed from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Feb. 11 for operations and periodic maintenance.

Motorists and pedestrians should plan accordingly.

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Trieste readies for record dive

Who is your favorite cartoon character?

A T2 Z ac h DeLaut er Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron-24 “Scooby-Doo. I think that was my favorite show when I was a kid. I always thought the humor was kind of funny.”

Lt . Col. Jennifer Smit h PACOM “Kung Fu Panda, a fun and playful character who brings excitement and enthusiasm to the cartoon. Also, pandas are so cute and mild. Seeing an energetic panda doing kung fu brings a different spin on the panda image.”

QM SN Vict oria Pearson USS Hopper (DDG 70) “Courage the Cowardly Dog. He's a purple dog that's missing a tooth.”

U.S. Navy photo The U.S. Navy Bathyscaphe Trieste is shown just before its record dive to the bottom of the Marianas Trench on Jan. 23, 1960 (55 years ago this month.) USS Lewis (DE-535) is steaming by in the background. The trench is the deepest part of the world’s oceans.

Senior M ast er Sgt . Luis Reyes 690th Cyberspace Operations Squadron Stewie on ‘Family Guy.’ Who doesn't love that football-shaped head, and being politically correct is not one of his strongest attributes. He’s hilarious.”

ET1 Daniel Crayt on USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) “Transformers, mostly because I was into electronics, so I liked the idea of electronic creatures saving the universe.”

Staff Sgt . A mani Phillips 647th Civil Engineers Squadron “Sponge Bob Square Pants. He is very energetic and always willing to learn.

He's not afraid of what people think of him or afraid to make mistakes.”

Provided by Lt. j.g. Eric Galassi and David D. Underwood Jr. Want to see your command featured in Diverse Views?

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Director, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs Agnes Tauyan Commander, Navy Region Hawaii Rear Adm. Rick Williams

Deputy Director, Public Affairs Bill Doughty

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Managing Editor Karen Spangler Editor Don Robbins Assistant Editor Brandon Bosworth Sports Editor Randy Dela Cruz Sr. Graphic Artist Antonio Verceluz Graphic Artist Zachary Pigott

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January 30, 2015 Ho‘okele A-4

Symposium encourages open dialogue on way ahead for Asia-Pacific health, security Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal

Defense Media Activity— Hawaii Forty emerging leaders in health and security within the Asia-Pacific region gathered to discuss developing health trends and threats to security as part of the AsiaPacific Regional Strategies for Health and Security Symposium held Jan. 12-16 at the Naval Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.

The symposium utilized an interactive seminar framework to promote discussion and understanding of current challenges and approaches in health and security.

Participants discussed issues including future cooperation and collaboration in the Asia-Pacific, disaster and hazards preparedness, biosecurity and emerging health threats during the five- day event.

Navy Capt. David Tarantino, associate director

Dr. David Smith, deputy assistant secretary of defense for force health protection and readiness, speaks to emerging leaders about the Department of Defense's perspective on health and security during the Asia-Pacific Regional Strategies for Health and Security Symposium held Jan. 12 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. of the Center for Disaster and Humanitarian Assistance Medicine at the Uniform Services University of Health Sciences, described the overall goal of the symposium.

“We’re really looking at civil military considerations

at the nexus of health and security in the region,” Tarantino said.

“What we have recognized around the world is that health and security are interlinked and that the Department of Defense, although not the lead agency

for health issues, has a role to play in promoting and preventing health outbreaks, health disasters, and also in promoting security and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.”

The symposium provided an opportunity for experts to

create an open dialogue to discuss related topics.

“We want to make our health efforts and our health outreach more effective, more collaborative and more cooperative,” Tarantino said.

“There’s an academic portion to this where we teach some of the practices and techniques to do that, and the coordination and networking will help achieve that. This symposium is sharing everyone’s expertise and experience, so we are able to hear a variety of perspectives and the participation has been really outstanding. The event is very interactive,” Tarantino said.

Experts were able to not only discuss health and security topics but also were able to put their discussions into practice during group projects such as table top and facilitated scenario exercises.

Army Col. Alan Ueoka, U.S. Pacific Command deputy command surgeon, said that the symposium is a quality platform to understand the connection between health and security.

“Health is a large compo-

nent to the overall security of the Asia-Pacific region,” Ueoka said.

“It’s this effort on the presidential initiatives on the global health security agenda that really provide us with the context for understanding why health and security go hand in hand. This is probably the most important connection that we can make out of a course like this.”

The Asia-Pacific Regional Strategies for Health and Security Symposium is a preliminary step for U.S. Government, Department of Defense and non-governmental experts to build relationships and share experiences with international partners.

“Next year we hope to include international participants at the Asia-Pacific Center for Strategic Studies where we have similar conversations and include our partner nations who have many leadership roles throughout the region, find their solutions to these problems, and comprehensively attack those challenges,” Ueoka said.

First sergeants give back, provide relief at the pump Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez

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Lt. Michael Bowe-Rahming discusses the importance of shipboard sanitation with U.S. Coast Guard stationed in Hawaii. These discussions will facilitate exchange of best practices and closer cooperative activities in the future.

Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit Six provides Coast Guard with shipboard sanitation training Story and photo by Lt. Michael Bowe-Rahming

Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit Six What do cockroaches, rats, mice and various other insects have in common? They all appreciate a good ride aboard ships. For many years, these stowaways have invaded food stores, berthing compartments and, in many cases, stealthily inserted themselves on a sea-going vessel for harborage and food.

Members of Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit Six (NEPMU-6) provided training Jan. 7 to various U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) members stationed in Honolulu.

While much of the training overlapped in application to the USCG environment, this formed the foundation to future training tailored for USCG-specific requirements.

A total of 18 personnel consisting of the UCSG Rush (WHEC-723) senior leadership along with various medical and food service personnel, attended the two-hour brief.

NEPMU-6 specialists discussed common, high impact shipboard threats. The environmental health officer presented concepts of the Department of the Navy’s (DON) food sanitation training that included a brief overview to the newly developed Tri-Service Food Code (TSFC). The TSFC overview summarized the unified standard currently in use by all active and Reserve military components of the Department of Defense (DoD) and its affiliates regarding food inspections within military facilities.

Another environmental health topic was the shipboard sanitation certificate program.

Discussion emphasized the importance of a vigilant and intrusive effort to prevent the introduction of health threats like disease and animal pests to ships.

The NEPMU-6 entomologist presented a short brief on the integrated pest manage-

ment program, focusing on the basics of insect identification, activities that prevent the access to insects and rodents to the ship, and how the Navy minimizes the use of toxic pesticides by a targeted, multi-disciplinary approach to pest control.

Finally, the NEPMU-6 microbiologist discussed the impact of norovirus, a stomach ailment health threat often publicized from its impact on civilian cruise ships. The discussion reviewed Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC) norovirus guidance and the specific example of NEPMU-6’s pilot project to support ships based at Pearl Harbor by providing hand held tests to identify norovirus infections within 15 minutes and help minimize the impact of the disease from infected crew members.

As a result of this training, USCG members based in Hawaii recommended CONUS units seek similar training for their respective commands.

“The training provided was outstanding. It was straight to the point, but still with reasons of explanation as to why certain methods and attention to detail in certain situations regarding pest management and food safety are important,” said Health Specialist 1st Class Gabriel Mohammed, USCG Health Safety and work life department, Honolulu.

“Having been an instructor throughout my career, I was extremely impressed with your (NEPMU-6) method of delivery. It was obvious that everyone who presented was a subject matter expert in their field, which kept the targeted audience engaged throughout the training evolution.”

The similarities between USCG and DON work environments allow both services to share their lessons learned through increased communication. Expansion of these types of joint activities support an integrated sea force and leverages assets for greatest overall impact.

Hickam shoppette customers received quite a surprise Jan. 23 when they were greeted by Air Force first sergeants offering to pump their gas and giving away gift cards.

The giveaway was an event organized by the Air Force Hawaii First Sergeants Association. During the holidays, the organization collected donations for Operation Warmheart, an annual fundraiser that supports charitable donations to service members and their families throughout the year, and disperses a majority of its funding during the holiday season.

Master Sgt. Alfred Wells, 15th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant and organizer of the event, said the gift card giveaway was their way of giving back after a successful Operation Warmheart campaign.

“The holidays are an expensive time of year for many families, so we decided to wait until after the holidays to do something to help offset

costs,” Wells said.

The first sergeants gave $2,000 worth of AAFES gift cards, each worth $25. When a customer approached a gas pump, a first sergeant approached them, greeted them and took a few moments to chat before offering to pump their gas. Many of the gift card recipients were E-5 and below with family members.

“It’s a joint base event so it doesn’t matter what branch,” Wells said.

“We’re trying to help those younger individuals with families to help their pockets.”

Senior Airman Matthew Konstanzer, 647th Civil Engineer Squadron, said he was surprised and thankful for the first sergeants’ willingness to help.

“This is pretty cool. I didn’t expect it at all,” Konstanzer said. “It shows that they are there for people, so it gives people financial help and comfort.”

Wells thanked AAFES for their support and help with the event. He also said events like this make him proud to be a first sergeant and help others.

“This is just awesome,” Wells said.

“Giving back is one thing that I truly love to do.”

Master Sgt. Tina Timmerman, 613th Air Operations Center first sergeant, pumps gas for a shoppette customer during a surprise Air Force Hawaii First Sergeants Association AAFES gift card giveaway event Jan. 23 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Jan. 23rd.

Aggressors join HIANG and Hickam units for Sentry Aloha Continued from A-1

brings a big sense of satisfaction.”

Combined, the Aggressors will fly more than 400 sorties, exceeding 1,000 flight hours, training alongside aircraft from around the world including the F-22 Raptor, which has recently been employed for the first time in combat.

The HIANG’s 199th Fighter Squadron flies the F22 Raptor in conjunction with the 19th Fighter Squadron of the U.S. Air Force. The 199th is tasked with augmenting the active duty U.S. Air Force with air superiority fighters during war or other operational contingencies.

The 199th Fighter Squadron is part of the 154th Wing, the largest Air National Guard wing in the nation.

The 154th Wing flies and maintains F-22 Raptor fighter aircraft, KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft and C-17 Globemaster III transports in conjunction with the active duty 15th Wing at JBPHH. “When this is all done, we have trained a lot of people to be combat ready,” Samson said. “After all the challenges we’ve overcome to make this happen, it’s well worth it to have the pilots, maintainers, Pacific partners and entire bases with a lot more knowledge to stand ready when the need arises.”

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kirsten Wicker

Airmen assigned to the 354th Maintenance Group prepare F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron, for take off Jan. 17 from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. (Additional photos on page A-5.)

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Chiefs and first class petty officers from various Hawaii-wide commands hike the Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trails, Jan. 27. Hosted by Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, the hiking event is part of CPO 365, a year-round training initiative that helps prepare first class petty officers to become chiefs.

U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Class Steven Khor

Chief Navy Counselor Athena Allen, stationed at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), asks Rear Adm. Rick Snyder, director of 21st Century Sailor Office, a question during an allhands call Jan. 23 at JBPHH. The 21st Century Sailor Office provides Sailors and families with the support network, programs, resources, training and skills needed to overcome adversity and thrive.

U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Johans Chavarro

(Left) U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Michelle Park, a 354th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, assists Lt. Col. David Graham, the 18th Aggressor Squadron (AS) commander, into a cockpit on Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska as the plane prepares to depart for Sentry Aloha in Hawaii.

U.S. Air Force photo by Sr. Airman Peter Reft (Below) U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nathaniel Moore, a crew chief assigned to the 354th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, prepares an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for travel to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Turner

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Air Force Reserve personnel provide IDs to JBPHH Story and photo by Tech. Sgt. Phyllis Keith

Capt. Louis Edwards

15th Medical Group The goal of the 15th Medical Group (MDG) is to meet the healthcare needs of Airmen and their families by providing the best possible medical care and access to its services.

In order to provide the appointments needed for enrolled patients and their families, the 15th MDG asks members to do their part in preventing no-shows.

Last-minute cancellations or not showing up for scheduled appointments have a negative impact on patients’ access to services and can adversely affect the readiness mission.

In 2014 there were 3,620 missed medical and dental appointments at the 15 MDG, a loss valued at more than $1.2 million. This value not only represents lost productivity but also a significant amount of wasted resources that could be better used elsewhere. The average appointment takes about 20 minutes, so that equates to 1,431 hours of lost time in fiscal year 2014.

To decrease the amount of no-shows, the 15 MDG appointment reminder system calls patients two days prior to their scheduled appointment. If a patient gets this call and no longer needs the appointment, they should let the clinic know so they can make that appointment avail-

624th Regional Support Group Public Affairs Five days a week, the 624th Regional Support Group (RSG) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam makes ID cards for military retirees, active duty, Reserve and Guard, regardless of the branch of service, and family members.

The superintendent of military personnel programs for the 624th RSG, Senior Master Sgt. Jasen Holguin, said that his Air Force Reserve unit had been providing this service since the government shutdown in October 2013. “Because we were on military status, we were able to stay open and provide ID card and other Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) services basewide to those who normally would go to one of the ID offices operated by civilian contractors,” he said.

Holguin and Master Sgt. Maria Tailo, chief of personnel utilization with the 624th RSG, said that as long as they had the funding to put one of their traditional Reservists on orders to man the customer service window, the extra work didn’t interfere with the running of their personnel department.

“We’re here and if we can lend a hand, we do,” Holguin said.

Col. Maynard “Max” Mendoza, commander of the 624th RSG, said that even though his unit had a small footprint on the base, they knew they were integral to the total force.

“Since the first government shutdown occurred,

15th Medical Group: Don’t be a no-show able to someone else.

The appointment reminder system uses the most current phone numbers listed in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS), so it is critical to update phone numbers and other information in DEERS by calling (800) 538-9552.

Patients should cancel appointments at least two hours in advance or the day before if their appointment is at 9 a.m. or earlier, so their appointment can be offered to another patient. To cancel an appointment, contact the 15th MDG Central Appointment Line at 448-6000 during normal hours of operation. If an appointment was booked using www.tricareonline.com, it can be cancelled online at any time.

In addition, if a patient is enrolled in MiCare, they can also take advantage of emailing their provider and their healthcare team directly instead of making an appointment for medical questions, medication refills, lab result requests and any other non-urgent medical issue. Patients interesting in registering for MiCare should notify a front desk clinic staff member during a visit to the facility.

As clinic processes improve, feedback is welcome. Patients interested in providing feedback should contact Capt. Louis Edwards, 15th MDG group practice manager at 448-6756 or louis.edwards.3@us.af.mil.

Staff Sgt. Mashwelle Batres, the non-commissioned officer in charge of personnel employment with the 624th Regional Support Group, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, accesses the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) at her Air Force Reserve unit. we have continued to extend ID card services to the active duty as part of our commitment to total force integration,” he said.

Holguin said he estimated his office saw anywhere from six to 20 customers per day, 80 percent of them active duty.

Staff Sgt. Mashwelle Batres, the non-commissioned officer in charge of employments with the 624th RSG, is a traditional Reservist who often volunteers for active duty orders to help issue ID cards. She said

that a lot of military personnel like to come to the 624th RSG because no appointments are required.

“A lot of people think of the Air Force Reserve as just “weekend warriors” who train one weekend a month, but many of us are here full time,” said Tailo.

To contact the 624th RSG’s customer service, call 448-3824 or visit them from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. at 281 Moffet St., building 4100, across from the Makai Recreation Center at joint base.

Phone: (808) 473-2890/2895 Email: editor@hookelenews.com

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Fitness Challenge showcases something for everyone Story and photos by Randy Dela Cruz

Sports Editor, Ho‘okele Since its beginning four years ago, the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fitness Challenge has given an opportunity to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam families to sample a variety of the base’s many fitness classes at JBPHH and Hickam Fitness Centers.

This year’s event held Jan. 24 at JBPHH Fitness Center continued the tradition, and base families responded with enthusiasm.

For the first time, more than 100 people participated in the event that ran from 9 to 11 a.m. and featured cardio kickboxing, Piyo Strength, Zumba and yoga.

Piyo Strength is being added to the lineup of yeararound fitness programs at JBPHH this year and is scheduled to begin in February.

“Each year, it’s growing and shows that it’s a successful event,” said Lori Gaynor JBPHH fitness manager about the Fitness Challenge. “The primary reason that I hold this event year after year is to show the military community what we have to offer in the fitness department.”

While getting back into shape can be intimidating, Gaynor said that the Fitness Challenge is a good way to introduce workouts that aren’t tedious but are fun and entertaining.

“The classes are for everyone,” she said. “If you’re focusing on flexibility, yoga is ideal. It’s good for stress relief. If you want something that’s high intensity, where you want o work on burning calories, kickboxing and Zumba works all of the major muscle groups. We try to gear toward every individual.”

It’s not just the variety of classes that cater to the needs of just about everyone, but each workout offers variations that allows people to work out at their own pace.

Fitness instructor Amy Koncak, an Air Force spouse, led the Zumba fitness portion of the challenge and conducts classes at JBPHH Fitness Center every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Koncak’s classes, which follows the format of Zumba International, is a high-energy and fun-filled workout that keeps everyone hopping to a heavy Latin beat.

Though the music offers a rhythm to keep in step, Koncak said, like every other program highlighted at the challenge, individuals are encouraged to go at their own pace.

“It can be for all variations,” she noted. “It’s for all levels and modifications are showed and then we bump it up.”

For anyone thinking about getting in shape with a fullbody workout, Koncak said that Zumba is a great way to get things done while having a great time.

“In Zumba, the cardio is mixed with dance and fitness,” she explained. “So you use core strength and leg strength.

It incorporates the fun factor with music and the music has to be fun.”

After an hour and 30 minutes of workouts, retired Navy Capt. Karen McDonald finished off the fitness challenge by taking the remaining faithful through a 30-minute session of yoga.

She said that yoga was the perfect way to wind things down and added that it’s a good way to supplement any exercise regiment.

“Since they were already warmed up, at that point, all of that hip and tightness in the upper body, I needed to stretch that out before they went home,” McDonald said. “We all (instructors) talked before we did this. We wanted to give a big

variety and support each other for the entire two hours.”

McDonald agreed with Gaynor that this year’s event was the most successful in drawing its largest turnout ever.

She said that the challenge is a great way to expose people to something that they’ve never done before and judging by how many people stayed for the entire two hours, she believes that they must have been having fun.

“We had over a hundred people here,” she pointed out.

“We still have 70 for the very last 30 minutes. That’s pretty amazing that people stayed and were able to participate for that long.”

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Hickam Airman a defender on base, basketball court Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez

15th Wing Public Affairs Ever since he was a child, Senior Airman Lortavius Smith always knew he wanted to join the Air Force, and he has always loved playing basketball.

With his hard work on the basketball court and with the support of his leadership in the 647th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, he was able to be one of 12 Airmen selected to be part of the Air Force Men's Basketball Team.

“It’s been great to be part of something so big,” Smith, a 647th SFS defender, said. “I get to represent the Air Force and the U.S. in something I love doing.”

Smith has always been passionate about the Air Force and basketball. He played in high school in Georgia, while at the same time a member of his school's junior reserve officer training corps. He continued to play in college at Cleveland State Community College before joining the Air Force.

The process of making the Air Force team took about a year and a half because when he first made the team for

the 2014 season, sequestration kicked in, cancelling the season. He applied again in October 2014, tried out and made it.

Recently, he and his teammates participated in the Armed Forces Men's Basketball Championship Tournament in San Diego, beating out the Army, Navy and Marines to win gold for the Air Force the seventh year in a row.

“We played well and worked well together as a team,” Smith said. “It's a good feeling to continue the Air Force's winning streak.”

Smith’s skills earned him a spot on the U.S. Armed Forces Men's Basketball team. His first event as a member of the team was the SHAPE International Basketball Tournament Dec. 6, in Belgium where they beat out Italy, Kuwait, Latvia, France, Canada, United Kingdom, Belgium, and the reigning champions, Lithuania, for the gold.

Smith said his teammates and their dynamic attitude helped them win. “[The U.S. Armed Forces Men's Basketball Team] is the best team I've played on in my entire life,” Smith said. “It was just amazing how we all came together. No-

body was selfish and everybody contributed. I knew the tournament was big, but I didn’t realize it until we started to play.”

As security forces defender, Smith has the responsibility of ensuring the safety and security of the joint base populous and said he was very thankful for the support he has received from the 647th SFS. “The Joint Base Security Department is very proud of his selection to the armed forces team. It speaks volumes of his commitment as a defender and Air Force member,” said Master Sgt. Russel Raymundo, 647th SFS first sergeant.

Up next for the U.S. Armed Forces Men’s Basketball team is the 6th Conseil International du Sport Millitaire World Military Games which will be held Oct. 2 to 11 in South Korea.

Smith said he is excited about his future of playing with the Air Force and the U.S. Armed Forces teams.

“I’m just going to continue to play and do my best to see where it leads me," Smith said. “Being in the military I think our military bearing and discipline will help us through. It helps us work together and win.”

History month events My favorite photo… planned for February

My Favorite Photo…

“Larry Bird” the budgie laughs as Don Robbins attempts to take his picture recently.

How to submit: send your non-posed photos to editor@hookelenews.com.

Navy Region Hawaii and Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam will celebrate the following events for African-American History Month in February.

• Feb. 19, 2 to 4 p.m. A poetry showcase will feature poets presenting their written poetry at Ka Makani Community Center.

• Feb. 26, 7:30 a.m.

The Pearl Harbor Colors ceremony will be held at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. The monthly Navy history and heritage event will feature music by Pacific Fleet Band, and the guest speaker will be Capt.

Stan Keeve, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam commander.

• Feb. 26, 9 a.m. An African-American History Month special observance will be held at Sharkey Theater. The guest speaker will be Alphonso Braggs, president of the NAACP.

Braggs is a U.S. Navy veteran with 26 years of service and a social justice advocate.

• Feb. 26, 11 a.m., special luncheon at the Silver Dolphin Bistro.

• Feb. 28, 3 p.m. A Gospel Fest & Taste of Soul will be held at Nellis Chapel.

According to the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute, to commemorate and celebrate the contributions to the nation made by people of African descent, American historian Carter G. Woodson established Black History Week in 1926.

Woodson chose the second week of February for this celebration to coincide with the birthdays of abolitionist /editor Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. In 1976, as part of the nation’s bicentennial, the week was expanded into Black History Month.

Do you enjoy taking pictures and have a favorite photo? Would you like to see it featured in Ho`okele?

Here is your opportunity.

Your favorite photo can be just about anything, but keep in mind that it should be in good taste. We aren’t looking for posed family shots, but action and candid shots of family members and pets are fine. If you have a photo that you think is interesting and creative, here is your chance to see it published.

Photo submissions will be reviewed by Ho`okele editors who

will determine if/when they will run in the newspaper. Along with your photo, please send a little bit of information about the photo, such as where it was taken or any interesting details. Also include the name of the photographer and contact information.

Please send your photos to editor@hookelenews.com and “cc” Karen Spangler, managing editor, at karen. spangler @navy.mil and Don Robbins, editor, at drobbins@hookele news.com.

Brush up on your photography skills.

Ready, set, shoot!

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Photos courtesy of MWR Marketing

ITT to offer Chinese New Year tours Justin Hirai

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation Hawaii is known as a melting pot because of its unique culture based on a mix of different nationalities and ethnicities. The islands’ people have adopted many cultural celebrations as well, including the celebration of Chinese New Year.

Unlike New Year’s Day, which falls on Jan. 1 of every year, the Chinese New Year date changes since it is based on the Chinese “lunisolar” calendar. The celebration can last up to 15 days with different events including lion dances, fireworks, family get-togethers, special meals and more.

This year’s Chinese New Year falls on Feb. 19 and will be the Year of the Sheep. Every year is marked with one of the different zodiac animals: the ox, tiger, rat, snake, dragon, horse, sheep, monkey, rabbit, dog, pig or rooster.

Each animal sign has a set of different characteristics and is said to reflect upon people who are born in that year.

Those who are interested can find out which animal their birth year falls in online.

One place to attend the Chinese New Year festivities is in Chinatown, located in downtown Honolulu. There are a variety of stores and restaurants selling Chinese goods and foods. The Chinatown community hosts a large block party to celebrate Chinese New Year, with live entertainment, a lion dance, pole jumping and food vendors along the streets.

Chinatown festivities tend to be crowded with minimal parking. However, the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam MWR Information, Tickets & Travel (ITT) office will offer tours with round-trip transportation provided for the Chinese New Year celebrations. Two tours will be on Feb. 14.

Tours include round-trip transportation from the Hickam ITT office.

The first Feb. 14 tour will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $33 for adults, $25 for children ages 3 to 11, and free for children under age 3 on an adult’s lap.

The event will include treat samples, street festivities and a Chinese-style lunch.

The second Feb. 14 tour will be from 2 to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $37 for adults, $30 for children ages 3 to 11, and free for children under age 3 on an adult’s lap. The tour will include treats samples, a street festival, dragon parade and dinner.

Malls throughout Hawaii also celebrate Chinese New Year. Most hold a lion dance performance that goes through the center and visits participating stores in hopes of bringing good fortune. Some even have larger events with pole jumping performances and kung fu demonstrations.

For more information on the MWR tours, call an ITT office: Fleet Store at 473-0792, Hickam at 448-2295, Pearl Harbor Navy Exchange at 422-2757, Barbers Point at 682-2019 or Wahiawa Annex at 564-4445/4446.

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Livee the Great Great LLife ife

MWR Marketing photo Brews & Cues at Club Pearl is one place to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday.

Multiple MWR spots available to watch big game on Sunday Reid Tokeshi

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation Football fans will have many places to watch the Super Bowl, football’s biggest game, this Sunday. Depending on their preference, viewers can find a venue to suit their taste.

Those looking for a party atmosphere can go to Brews & Cues at Club Pearl with big screen TVs, pool tables and darts.

Customers can be winners also with a giveaway bonanza happening at halftime. The event is open to patrons 18 years of age and older. For more information, call 473-1743.

If lots of seating, food and TVs everywhere are desired, then JR Rockers is an

option. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and a special menu will be available. For more information, call 448-2271.

For single active-duty service members from E1-E6, Liberty will hold a Super Bowl tailgate party at Beeman Center.

Customers can watch the game on the large theater projector screen in the main room.

Free appetizers will also be offered.

Shuttle vans from the other Liberty Centers will be available to take the service members to the event. For more information, call 473-2582.

Fans who want a spot where they can just sit back and enjoy the game can go to the the 10th Puka at Kealohi Golf Course and the Hapa Bar at Sam Choy’s.

For more information, call the 10th Puka at 448-9890 or the Hapa Bar at 422-3002.

Your Weekly Fun with MWR C hill & Grill P lus 9-B all Tourney will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today at Brews & Cues. Patrons can have food from the grill and play in a pool tournament. There is no charge to participate. FMI: 473 1743.

begin Feb. 2 and run through May 16 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Library. Children receive a bookmark with 10 empty spaces on the back. Once the kids have accumulated 10 stickers, they win a free one-hour bowling party for six people, which must be P re-Teen B ac k w ards Day for youth ages 9 to redeemed by June 30. FMI: 449-8299.

12 years old will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Makai Rec Center. Int ramural Rac quet ball T ournament will be Attendees can wear their clothes backwards held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 2 through and eat dessert before lunch. The cost is $5. 6 at Hickam Fitness Center. The tournament FMI: 449-3354. is limited to joint base active-duty, Department of Defense civilians and their W ood Shop Safet y class will be held from family members over 18. There is no charge 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Hickam to participate. Admission is free for spectaArts & Crafts Center. Upon completion, par- tors. FMI: 473-2494 or 473 2437. ticipants will be issued a safety certification card enabling them to use the shop tools M onday Nig ht Kid’s Nig ht will be held from and equipment and to go on to more 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 2 at Sam Choy’s Island advanced woodworking classes. The cost is Style Seafood Grille. Children ages 12 years $20. FMI: 448-9907. and younger can receive a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. A Super B ow l P art y will be held Feb. 1 at bounce house will be available for children to Brews & Cues. Patrons can watch the play in from 5 to 7 p.m. FMI: 422-3002.

Patriots vs. the Seahawks and receive halftime giveaways. There is no charge to attend. Knit t ing for B eg inners class will be held FMI: 473-1743. from 6 to 8 p.m. every Monday from Feb. 2 through March 2 at the Hickam Arts & Crafts V alent ines A re for Lovers bowling promotion Center. Students ages 9 years and older can runs from Feb. 1 through Feb. 10 at Hickam learn knitting basics, including casting on, Bowling Center and Naval Station Bowling knitting, purling, increasing and decreasing Center. Patrons can sign up to win a lunch stitches, and binding off, while working on date or dinner date for two. The second-prize simple washcloths. Tuition is $30. FMI: 448winner will receive two movie passes to 9907.

Sharkey Theater. Winners will be notified Haw aiian Quilt ed P illow class will be held Feb. 11. FMI: 448-9959 or 473-2574. from 9 to 11 a.m. every Tuesday from Feb. 3 Junior Lifeg uard/ Oc ean Safet y Reg ist rat ion through Feb. 24 at the Hickam Arts & Crafts period for youth ages 11 to 17 years old Center. Students can learn the “snowflake” opens Feb. 2 and closes March 6. The spring method of cutting out a Hawaiian motif and session runs April through May. The fee is the technique of needle-turn appliqué to $95, and registration is available at apply the design to a background fabric.

Tuition is $35. FMI: 448-9907. www.greatlifehawaii.com. FMI: 473-0789.

MWR Marketing photo

Thousands cross the Adm. Bernard “Chick” Clarey Bridge at the start of last year’s run.

Registration opens for Ford Island Bridge Run Helen Ko

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fitness fanatics and casual exercisers alike have a little more than two months to get ready for one of the biggest runs on base. The 18th Annual Ford Island 10k Bridge Run is set for April 4.

The run will start at the Adm. Bernard “Chick” Clarey Bridge and across to Ford Island and circle the island on a scenic flat course. Runners then cross back over the bridge and finish at Richardson Field.

Organizers expect roughly 3,000 runners and walkers to participate this year.

The entry fee to participate is $20 for military or their family members and $25 for non-military. A $30 late entry fee will be accepted after March 20. Pack pick-up will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 28.

Packets include a race number and a Tshirt.

Participants can go to any fitness center or Information, Tickets & Travel office at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to pick up the application, or they can download the application at www.great lifehawaii.com or register online at https://endurancecui.active.com/eventreg/select-race?e=11397653.

For more information, visit greatlifehawaii.com or call 473-0784/2494/2437.

Visit www.greatlifehawaii.com or subscribe to MWR’s digital magazine Great Life Hawaii.

Tuesday from Feb. 3 through 24 at the tion from the Information, Tickets & Travel Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. Tuition is $45. (ITT) Hickam office is included. Tickets are FMI: 448-9907. $25 for adults and $20 for children ages 3 to 11 years old. FMI: 448-2295.

P aint ‘n’ Jam: Colorful Skull class for students ages 12 to 16 years old will be held W ii W ednesday will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at the Hickam Feb. 4 at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. Youth can create paintLibrary.

The new Wii U consoles will be availed artwork on stretched canvas while “jamming” to music. Tuition is $25 which able for use free by youth ages 6 to 16 years includes supplies. No experience is neces- old. FMI: 449-8299. sary. FMI: 448-9907.

Golf Demo Day will be held from 3:30 to A dult Hand-Building w it h C lay class will be 6:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at Navy-Marine Golf Course. held from 5 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday from Patrons can try out some of the latest golf Feb. 3 through 24 or from 9 a.m. to noon equipment for free at the driving range. FMI: every Saturday from Feb. 7 through 28 at the 471-0142.

Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. Tuition is $55 for each session. FMI: 448-9907.

P aint ‘n’ Sip will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Historic Hickam Officers’ Colorful A bst rac t P aint ing class will be held Club. An experienced instructor will lead from 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. every Tuesday from patrons through the featured painting of the Feb. 3 through 24 at the Hickam Arts & night. All art supplies are included for $40, Crafts Center. Students can learn innovative and cocktails and food are available for purmethods of creating and applying acrylics on chase at the Koa Bar. Advance registration canvas. Knowing how to draw or paint is not and a $20 deposit are required with the balrequired. Tuition is $80. FMI: 448-9907. ance payable in cash on event night. FMI: 448‑9907.

P ai nt i ng W at er ( S t i l l W a t e r s I ) – Composition, Design and Technique class A lt erat ion & C ust om Sew ing class will be will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. every held from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday from Tuesday from Feb. 3 through 24 at the Feb. 4 through 25 at the Hickam Arts & Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. Classes will Crafts Center. Students can learn how to do focus on waters found in ponds and tide simple to advanced alterations on clothing. pools. Tuition is $100. FMI: 448-9907.

Tuition is $60. FMI: 448-9907.

F ord Island Hist oric al Tour will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 4. Points of interest on this guided tour include the USS Utah and USS Oklahoma Memorials, the Navy Club Memorial honoring the USS Arizona, historic B ow led Ov er by B ook s reading program for Young A rt ist Hand-B uilding with Clay class Nob Hill officer homes, and bombing and bulyouth in kindergarten through 12th grade will will be held from 3 to 4:30 p.m. every let strafing reminders. Round-trip transporta-

Lanik ai P illbox es Full Moon Hike will begin at 7 p.m. Feb. 4. MWR Outdoor Adventure Center staff will take participants on a trail with semi-steep terrain and moonlit views of the Mokulua Islands and the windward coast.

The cost is $15. The sign-up deadline is Feb. 1. FMI: 473-1198.

Community Calendar

January 30, 2015

JANUARY TAX ASSISTANCE CENTER TODAY — The Navy Tax Assistance Center will open at the

HOSC SCHOLARSHIPS NOW — The Hickam Officers’ Spouses’ Club is now accepting

start of the tax season. The self-service model center will be located at the Navy College, 1260 Pierce St., building 679, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in classroom 11. The tax center will be open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers are also being sought for the assistance center. FMI: Ursula.m.smith1@navy.mil or 473-0443.

applications for scholarships. All college-bound military family members are eligible, including high school seniors, current students and spouses. Applications and eligibility information are available online at www.hickamosc.com. Applications need to be postmarked and mailed by March 9. FMI: email hoscscholarship2015@gmail.com.

LIVING HISTORY DAY AT BATTLESHIP MISSOURI SATURDAY — A living history day event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Battleship Missouri Memorial at Ford Island. The event will include military displays, tours of the memorial, military musical bands, oral histories, a vintage aircraft flyover and other activities. FMI: 1-877-644-4896 or visit ussmissouri.org.

WATCH THE GAME AT BELLOWS SUNDAY — Patrons can watch the Super Bowl beginning at 1 p.m. at Bellows Air Force Station Turtle Cove lanai. Hot dogs, hamburgers and nachos will be available for purchase while supplies last. The event is open all Bellows AFS guests and eligible patrons including active duty military, military retirees, Reservists, National Guard members, current and retired Department of Defense civilian employees with an authorized ID card and their families. FMI: 259-4112 or visit www.bellowsafs.com.

O’MALLEY VCC CLOSED TEMPORARILY NOW — The O’Malley Visitor Control Center (VCC) is closed for approximately three months for renovation. All sponsors (except those authorized call-in privilege sponsorship) will need to meet their guests at the Nimitz VCC, building 3455 (also known as pass and ID), located outside Nimitz Gate for access onto the installation. During the renovation period, Nimitz VCC will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

FMI: 449-0865.

STROLLER WARRIORS NOW — Stroller Warriors Pearl Harbor is a free running club for military spouses living on Oahu. The club holds workouts twice a week, both beginning at 9 a.m. at Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam on Tuesdays and at Marine Corps Base Hawaii on Thursdays. FMI: email strollerwarriorspearlharbor@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/Strollerwarriors or www.strollerwarriors.com.

PASSENGER TERMINAL HOURS CHANGE NOW — The Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Passenger Terminal’s hours of operation have changed. The terminal will remain open seven days a week, but it will be closed from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. daily. Roll calls will be advertised between the hours of 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. The terminal will open one hour prior to the roll call time to allow passengers to sign up and mark themselves present for the flight. Passengers are able to sign up for travel using the remote sign-up process. All flight information will remain available through social media and the pre-recorded telephone services. FMI: https://www.facebook.com/Hickam AMC?ref=br_tf or call 449-6833.

ASMC SCHOLARSHIPS NOW — The Aloha Chapter of the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) is providing college scholarships this year to Hawaii high school seniors entering a field of study directly related to financial/resource management, such as business administration, economics, accounting and finance. Applicants do not need to be affiliated with ASMC or the federal government. Applications are due March 6. Application and submission requirements are located at the chapter website at http://chapters.asmconline.org/aloha/awards-4/.

FMI: email mary.c.garcia@navy.mil or call 473-8000, ext. 6320.

HICKAM BEACH RESTROOM RENOVATIONS NOW — Renovations on the Hickam Beach restroom, building 3470, have begun. During renovations, the women’s and men’s restrooms will be closed to facilitate interior refurbishment.

Renovations are tentatively expected through Feb. 13. During the closure, port-a-potties will be available adjacent to the restrooms.

Alternate shower facilities will still be available for use until the renovations are complete.

HART UTILITIES WORK NOW — The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) has begun work on Kamehameha Highway near Makalapa Gate and Radford Drive next to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, which includes single lane closures in the eastbound direction.

Drivers will experience staggered single lane closures along Kamehameha Highway in the eastbound direction for pole and camera installations, and intermittent closures of the right lane exiting Makalapa Gate heading east.

Right turns onto Kamehameha Highway will be controlled from the center lane by Honolulu Police Department officers. Work near Radford Drive includes staggered single lane closures in the westbound direction for potholing and utility probing. Construction work takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Motorists should follow posted speed limits and other signs in the construction areas. FMI: www.honolulutransit.org.

FEBRUARY PEARL HARBOR COLORS CEREMONY 26 — A Pearl Harbor Colors Honors and Heritage ceremony will be held at 7:30 a.m. at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. The theme will be “African American History and Heritage” with a focus on Doris Miller, the Tuskegee Airmen, Vietnam and civil rights.

NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB (PG-13) Get ready for the wildest and most adventure-filled Night At the Museum ever as Larry leaves New York City for London, uniting favorite and new characters while embarking on an epic quest to save the magic before it is gone forever.

Movie Showtimes

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SHARKEY THEATER

HICKAM MEMORIAL THEATER

TODAY 1/30

TODAY 1/30

7:00 p.m. The Gambler (R)

6:00 p.m. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (PG-13)

SATURDAY 1/31

SATURDAY 1/31

2:30 p.m. Annie (PG) 5:10 p.m. Into the Woods (PG) 7:50 p.m. Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (PG)

4:00 p.m. Annie (PG) 7:00 p.m. Big Eyes (PG-13)

SUNDAY 2/1

2:00 p.m. Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (PG)

2:30 p.m. Into the Woods (PG) 5:10 p.m. Unbroken (PG-13) 8:00 p.m. Woman in Black 2 Angel of Death (PG-13)

THURSDAY 2/5 7:00 p.m. The Gambler (R)

SUNDAY 2/1

January 30, 2015

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New division but same results for Pound Town Story and photo by Randy Dela Cruz

Sports Editor, Ho‘okele Last season, 647th Security Forces Squadron (647 SFS) Pound Town claimed the Blue Division regular-season basketball title with a perfect 7-0 record.

While Pound Town tipped off this year in the Red Division with an opening-game matchup against Company I from Camp H.M. Smith, the results were the same as the team raced its way to a lopsided 50-25 blowout on Jan. 28 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Fitness Center.

Although the team played without two of its leaders from last season in Airman 1st Class Vincent Kruzona and all-Navy player Airman 1st Class Lortavius Smith, head coach Senior Airman Charlton Burton said no matter who the team puts on the court, everyone comes to play.

“We always rely on team effort regardless of what players are here and what players aren’t,” Burton stated. “It usually starts with defense. We pick up the intensity and that just gives us the opportunity to get out and run.”

True to his word, Pound Town came out on fire and immediately suffocated Company I with a full-court pressure that quickly provided dividends.

Pound Town pushed the ball upcourt on every possession and scored almost at will in the first few minutes of the game.

The team scored seven straight baskets to take a 14-0 lead before Staff Sgt. Jacob Hayden hit a jumper for Company I to stop the run four minutes into the game.

“We know that the guys out there can’t run with us, so we just wanted to keep the pressure on them and try and score as many points as we can and get an early lead,” Staff Sgt. Justin Stinson said. “Our biggest thing is to spread the defense and swing it inside. We knew we were bigger than them.”

Stinson, who finished with 11 points, mostly from under the basket, topped off the team’s second run with back-to-back lay-ups that upped Pound Town’s advan-

tage to 23 at 25-2 with 7:43 remaining in the first half.

With most of the damage coming from inside the paint, Pound Town easily controlled the tempo of the game and took a 32-9 lead into halftime.

At the break, a total of nine players got in the scorer’s column with Senior Airman Martin Marvin leading the way at eight points and closely followed by Stinson with seven.

“Whenever we can get good penetration, swing the ball, try to find the open man, we always like to get easy buckets that way,” Burton said. “If we get 25 lay-ups, that’s 50 points right there.”

In the second half, Pound Town continued to push the action while blanketing Company I with a tight defense that stopped the ball at the perimeter.

So complete was Pound Town’s defense that the team allowed only 10 baskets throughout the entire game, leaving Company I to chuck the ball from outside.

Of Company I’s field goals, half of the shots that were made came from beyond the arc.

The opposite was true for Pound Town, which stuck to their game plan of pounding the ball into the paint, where Stinson did most of the damage.

Although Stinson plays the post at a modest 6 feet tall, he got many of his 11 points on second-chance opportunities.

“I just know where to go,” he explained. “I search (for) my spot and when they turn around and aren’t paying attention, I just sneak behind them.”

Burton said that even though the game was never in question, he wasn’t completely satisfied with the team’s overall performance.

He said that he will put the team through its paces in practice and try to keep on track to reach Pound Town’s ultimate goal of winning it all.

“We had a lot of turnovers, so they’re going to have to get to practice and back to the drawing board,” he said. “Good to come out with a win, but we need to see more fundamentals.”

Staff Sgt. Justin Stinson takes the ball to the hoop for an easy two points.

‘Fall in love’ with MWR Valentine-themed activities Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) will hold activities in honor of Valentine’s Day. • From Feb. 1 to 10, MWR patrons can sign up to win a lunch date or dinner date for two at Hickam Bowling Center and Naval Station Bowling Center. Second-prize winners will receive two movie passes to Sharkey Theater. The winners will be notified on Feb. 11.

For more information, call 448-9959 or 473-2574.

• The Cupid 5K Run/Walk will begin at 7 a.m. Feb. 5 at Wahiawa Annex Fitness Center. The free event is open to all eligible patrons.

For more information, call 653-5542.

• Parent and child Valentine origami will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. The activity is for children ages 6 to 12 years old accompanied by a parent. The fee is $20 which includes supplies.

For more information, call 448-9907.

• Valentine’s Day 5K will begin at 8 a.m. Feb. 14. at Hickam Fitness Center. Awards will be given to the first and second place winners in each category, including men, women, youth ages 14 and below and strollers. The free event is open to all eligible patrons.

For more information, call 4482214.

• A free couples golf clinic will begin at 9 a.m. Feb. 14 at Mamala Bay Golf Course.

For more information and to pre-register, call 4492304.

• The free 2015 Sweetheart Swim will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 14 at Scott Pool. Participants need to sign up by Feb. 7. Couples who swim a combined length of 500 meters will receive a gift. Signups will be taken at Scott Pool.

For more information, call 473-0394.

• Couples Valentine’s Day origami will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Hickam Arts & Crafts Center.

The activity is for patrons ages 13 and older. The cost is $20 per person, and supplies are included.

For more information, call 448-9907.

• Valentine’s Day movie special will be held at 2:30, 4:30 and 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Sharkey Theater. Patrons can save their movie ticket receipt and bring it in to the Naval Station Bowling Center to receive a free game of bowling for each movie ticket purchased. The offer is only good on Feb. 14.

For more information, call 473-0726.

• Valentine’s sweetheart dinner will begin at 6 p.m.

Feb. 14 at the Historic Hickam Officers’ Club. The cost is $45 per person. Reservations need to be made by Feb. 11.

The event is for adults only and will include live jazz music. It is open to all ranks of military members. For more information, call 448-4608.

• A Valentine’s Day special menu will be held Feb. 14 at Sam Choy’s Island Style Seafood Grill. Prices vary and patrons should call for times. Reservations are recommended.

For more information, call 422-1198.

New exhibit, history day to highlight ‘Mighty Mo’ Battleship Missouri Memorial A new exhibit titled “The War That Changed The World,” has opened aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial in tribute to the USS Missouri’s integral role in World War II. America’s last battleship, the massive USS Missouri, was launched out of the Brooklyn Navy Yard 71 years ago this week, to begin a vast military career that would span three wars over five decades.

This week also marks the 16th anniversary of the day the Battleship Missouri Memorial made its mark as a living piece of history in historic Pearl Harbor. On Jan. 29, 1999, 55 years after its original launch, the ship also known as the “Mighty Mo” opened its gangway, welcoming visitors to explore above and below its decks.

The battleship was the site where the Al-

lied Forces accepted Imperial Japan’s formal surrender to end the war on Sept. 2, 1945.

The new exhibit, with life-sized artifacts and oversized images, immerses visitors into the everyday lives of people who lived through the war period. The exhibit commemorates the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII. In addition to the new exhibit, a Living History Day will be held Saturday at the Battleship Missouri Memorial.

Admission to the Battleship Missouri Memorial will be free to Hawaii residents and members of the armed forces throughout the day.

Guests of the memorial on Living History Day can experience a

variety of historical exhibits and activities.

They include: • Displays of military vehicles, memorabilia and weaponry.

• Access to tour special areas of the Missouri, including the captain’s cabin and the radio room.

• Military musical bands.

• Oral history presentations.

• Re-enactors in historical period dress and costumes.

• Static displays from active-duty military units on Sept. 2, 1945.

For information, call 1-877-644-4896 or visit USSMissouri.org.

U.S. Navy photo The USS Missouri approaches the end of the building ways as it is launched Jan. 29, 1944, from the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

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