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Asian American, Pacific Islander heritage events See pages A-2, A-3
May 11, 2018
Celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend See pages A-2, B-2
Airman selected for AllArmed Forces tryouts See page B-2
Joint Military Concert to be held May 19 See page B-5
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Halawa Gate closure
Volume 9 Issue 18
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Public Affairs
Halawa Gate is scheduled to close May 17 to commercial vehicles due to a special event. As an alternate route, all commercial vehicles are advised to enter Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam through Kuntz Gate. Kuntz Gate will run two lanes of commercial search operations from 5 a.m. to noon. Search operations will then resume to normal with one lane in operation. During the operation, there will be no privately owned vehicle (POV) traffic access through Kuntz Gate. Other gates remain open to support POV traffic on base. Drivers should plan accordingly.
Service members recognized
In honor and recognition of active duty service members stationed in Hawaii, Gov. David Ige officially proclaimed May 2018 as Hawaii Military Appreciation Month. Seven military service members were recognized for their outstanding community service during an opening ceremony May 4 at the Governor’s Office, Hawaii State Capitol. Among the recipients was Quartermaster 2nd Class Christopher Jurado who is assigned to Navy Region Hawaii. Courtesy photo
Hawaii National Guard assists with volcano emergency response Hawaii Emergency Management Agency About 70 Soldiers and Airmen of the Hawaii National Guard (HING) are on the Big Island of Hawaii assisting in emergency management efforts, after being activated by Gov. David Ige to support Hawaii County Civil Defense. HING personnel are assisting Hawaii County with evacuations of residents, security of the neighborhoods and the monitoring of dangerous sulfur dioxide gas. The Guardsmen will be in full uniform and using military tactical vehicles as they patrol and assist with evacuation and security in Puna. Residents may see also HING checkpoints assisting the Hawaii Police Department or on patrols in specific neighborhoods. Because there have been
reports during previous events of civilians wearing camouflage and impersonating military members to gain access to evacuated homes, the Hawaii National Guard is reminding the public that Soldiers and Airmen will be in military vehicles and carrying their military IDs. If there is a question at any time whether or not a person is with the Hawaii National Guard, look for their vehicle and ask to see their military ID. T h e 9 3 r d We a p o n s o f Mass Destruction Civil Support Team (WMD CST), a 22-person HING unit that specializes in Chemical, Biological response and detection, will be assisting Hawaii Civil Defense. The 93rd sent six personnel to Hawaii Island in response to the sulfur dioxide near the fissures.
Photo by Tech Sgt. Andrew Jackson
Above, the Hawaii National Guard’s Task Force Hawaii, prepare command and control documents to coordinate the more than 70 National Guard Soldiers and Airmen who have been mobilized in response to the volcanic outbreak on the Big Island of Hawaii May 6. At left, Hawaii Army National Guard Soldiers stand guard at a road closure point outside Leilani Estates.
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HSM-37 changes command
Above, from left, U.S. Navy Capt. David P. Walt, commodore, Helicopter Maritime Strike Wing, Pacific; Cmdr. Teague Suarez, outgoing commanding officer; Cmdr. Gabriel Kelly, incoming commanding officer; Master Chief Petty Officer Robert Cuddeback, command master chief; stand at attention during the Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 37 change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, May 3. Suarez relinquished command to Kelly. At left, U.S. Navy Cmdr. Gabriel Kelly, incoming commanding officer, receives the Command at Sea insignia from his wife during the HSM-37 change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Hawaii May 3. U.S. Marine Corps photos by Sgt. Alex Kouns
624th RSG volunteers, learns ‘service before self’
Master Sgt. Theanne Herrmann
624th Regional Support Group The Air Force Reserve’s 624th Regional Support Group (RSG) volunteered with nonprofit organization Island Girl Power in Dededo, Guam, April 18. Members of the 624th RSG Development and Training Flight spent the day creating “earth buckets” to plant vegetables during their unit training assembly. “We created a total of 28 buckets and 10 of them were made from scratch,” said Tech Sgt. Reiko Lovan, 624th RSG Development and Training Flight program manager. “We had to drill drainage holes for the buckets, dig up dirt, fertilize and plant the seeds.” Lovan ensures trainees located at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, are ready physically and mentally for basic military training. Typically during a unit training assembly, Lovan prepares the trainees on basic military fundamentals such as rank structure, customs and courtesies, physical training and drilling. But this time she focused on teaching about an Air Force value, service before self. Lovan appointed one of the trainees, Latoya Ibanez, of Yigo, Guam to come up with an organization to assist. Ibanez chose Island
Girl Power, which strives to empower young ladies to make healthy lifestyle choices to help decrease teen pregnancy, suicide, substance and sexual abuse. Gardening is one of the organization’s activities. “As the program manager I encourage service before self not only in the military aspect of things, but also in the community,” Lovan said. “As reserve citizen Airmen we shouldn’t just utilize our Air Force core values when we’re in uniform. It should become a part of our lifestyle.” The trainees were able to see how their volunteerism impacted the community. “Even though we are just planting seeds or helping out, we touch the hearts of many families,” said Majuni Obillo, a trainee. “We’re setting the example for others and we’re giving hope to many in need that there is life to enjoy.” Volunteering for Island Girl Power provided a visual definition of service before self for the trainees. “Something as small as planting seeds can have a big impact,” said Breanna Aguon, of Barrigada, a trainee. “Just like those earth buckets we made, we start off small and it can turn into something big and meaningful that can help the community and make the world a much happier and peaceful place.”
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Members of the Air Force Reserve’s 624th Regional Support Group’s Development and Training Flight volunteered April 18 in Dededo, Guam, where they planted vegetables during their unit training assembly.
Joint Base to celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander heritage Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Public Affairs
The Joint Force Diversity Committee will host an observance to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month on Thursday, May 17 at the Hickam Memorial Theater from 10 to 11 a.m. This year ’s theme is “ U n i t e o u r Vi s i o n b y Working Together.” In addition to the observance, a special meal will follow at the Hale Aina Dining Facility from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu items include a variety of salads, steamed rice, buttered egg noodles, tempura vegetables, stir fry cabbage and sesame glazed green beans. The entrees include pork adobo, Chinese five spiced chicken and beef bulgogi. Additional items include assorted fruits, desserts and beverages. The cost of the meal is $11 per person (cash only). The meal is open to active duty personnel (may escort guest), escorted family members of active duty personnel, retirees and Department of Defense employees with a valid ID card (may not escort guest).
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May 11, 2018 • A-3
Submitted by David D. Underwood Jr. and Ensign Heather Hill
What comes to your mind when you hear the word “AWA” (Aloha Welcome Academy)?
Tech. Sgt. Aaron Cui “I go fishing whenever I have free time and the Awa‘aua fish is a prize catch.”
Airman 1st Class Alex Rodriguez
1st Lt. Courtney Burgess
624th Regional Support Group
154th Operations Support Squadron
15th Wing
“It sounds like an animal of some kind.”
“It’s like someone with no teeth trying to say avocado.”
USS John Paul Jones
USS Michael Murphy
OS3 Alexis Kelly
MMW3 Torrin Phillips
“It sounds like ‘Ava’ which is my little sister’s name, so it reminds me of home. I might look into the program, though, since I am relatively new here.”
“I have no idea! Now that I know what it is, I wish AWA had been around when I was new to the island.”
“I’ve never heard of the word ‘AWA’ but the program kind of reminds me of I-DIV for submariners except on a bigger scale.”
GMSN Austin Kirby
USS Santa Fe
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Navy’s new warship highlights WWII Asian American hero
Naval Surface Group, U.S. Pacific Fleet
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month provides the opportunity to highlight the achievements of our armed forces that identify as Asian American and/or Pacific Islander. U.S. Navy ships host namesakes highlighting our heroes, and currently, USS ChungHoon (DDG 93) is the only active commissioned ship in the U.S. Navy named after someone of Asian American and/or Pacific Islander descent. That distinction is about to change. In the coming years, the Navy will christen and then commission USS Daniel K. Inouye (DDG 118), named after the late senator and Medal of Honor recipient Daniel Inouye. So, who was Daniel Inouye, and what is his legacy? Inouye was born in Honolulu in 1924 when Hawaii was still just a territory of the United States. His parents had emigrated from Japan, and as a young man in a world where tensions were increasing with Japan, Inouye faced significant discrimination as a Japanese American. Curfews were enforced, and discussions of internment camps in Hawaii were shut down only due to a heavy reliance on Japanese American business within the local economy. Following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, Inouye attempted to enlist in the U.S. Army and was questioned about his patriotism. He was initially prevented from enlisting because of his status as a Japanese American. Instead, Inouye studied pre-medicine at the University of Hawaii. In 1943, when the Army dropped its enlistment ban on Japanese Americans, Inouye dropped his studies and enlisted into the Army as a private. Inouye was part of a group
Commander, Navy Region Hawaii Rear Adm. Brian Fort Director, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs Agnes Tauyan Communication Strategist Bill Doughty Acting Director, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Public Affairs Dave “Duna” Hodge
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Daniel Inouye, in uniform
of individuals called the Nisei who volunteered, many from internment camps elsewhere in the country. The Nisei was a segregated regimental combat team made up of second generation Japanese Americans. He shipped out to Italy in 1944 and was commissioned in the field as a second lieutenant shortly thereafter. Although his unit earned a reputation well before 1945, Inouye’s most famous moment came that spring. On April 21, 1945, Inouye was faced with an uphill battle as his unit attempted to take the Colle Musatello Ridge, a German strongpoint in Northern Italy. He single-handedly used machine guns and grenades to thwart enemy forces under heavy fire, sustaining significant injuries to his right arm. In spite of the crippling wounds, he refused evacuation, and remained at the head of his platoon until they broke through the enemy and seized the ridge. Inouye’s arm worsened following the battle and surgeons eventually amputated it. His personal losses, however, came with a significant strategic victory for the Allied forces. In 1947, Inouye retired as a
Commander, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Capt. Jeff Bernard
captain in the U.S. Army. He then finished his studies at the University of Hawaii in 1950, ultimately graduating from law school in 1952. And although his military service had concluded, his service to country had not. Following his service in the military, Inouye practiced prosecuting law in Honolulu. Although Hawaii was still just a territory, he was elected to the Territorial House of Representatives in 1952 and the Territorial Senate in 1956. When Hawaii became a state in 1959, he served as the state’s first congressional representative, making him the first Japanese-American in Congress. In 1962, Inouye was elected to the 86th Congress and proceeded to spend the next four decades serving as a senator from Hawaii, where he also obtained the distinction of being the second-longest serving senator in U.S. history. His time as a senator was marked by supporting the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and Hawaii’s interests in Washington. He played an important role in the Watergate Scandal investigation in 1973 and the Iran-Contra affair in 1987. Inouye’s legacy is well known throughout Hawaii, heralded as a man of the people. Recently, the Honolulu International Airport was renamed the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. The National Oceanic Atmospheric Association Daniel K. Inouye Regional Center on Ford Island is also named in his honor. The UH College of Social Sciences is developing the “Daniel K. Inouye Initiative for Democratic Leadership” program, as well. Though Inouye passed away in 2012, his legacy will continue with the crew of USS Daniel K Inouye (DDG 118).
Avoid traffic delays Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Recent changes to security procedures have created delays for vehicles entering the gates of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH). These changes, coupled with the impact of road maintenance and rail construction near the base, continue to frustrate drivers. Commuters must remember that these changes have been initiated primarily to protect people and property. Drivers approaching all installation entry control points (ECPs) will now be directed to hold in place by the sentry. While some gates have a white line or a stop sign, in any case, drivers must yield to the sentry’s directions to halt while the vehicle ahead is cleared to enter. Drivers will then be signaled to proceed forward by the sentry. The intent of this change is to improve positive control and reactionary time, and to help keep bystanders out of a potential problem area if the sentry is faced with an incident or issue at the gate. J o i n t B a s e C o m m a n d e r, Capt. Jeff Bernard, points out “JBPHH is taking what we consider to be reasonable measures to ensure the safety and security of the installation, to include the facilities and families.” Important points to remember about base access: • We anticipate continued delays in getting on base throughout the summer.
• In the near term delays will occur during upcoming changes of command for U.S. Pacific Fleet and U.S. Pacific Command and related rehearsals. • We also anticipate increased security and safety initiatives during RIMPAC. • We encourage commands to stagger work shifts where possible. • We will look for ways to streamline procedures while ensuring safety and security of people, assets and the installation. When asked whether the new procedures were permanent changes, JBC continued. “We continuously evaluate actions taken against the measured response and we will modify or adjust as feasible to maximize the balance between security and base access, with an understanding that actions we take impact traffic outside of our gates.” While the new procedures settle in the installation JBPHH security personnel asks everyone to drive safely and with aloha. Be courteous to other motorists and help sentries by always being aware of their surroundings and follow any instructions given by the sentries. Thank you for your understanding and patience. To monitor JBPHH traffic updates and other information, continue to visit the JBPHH F a c e b o o k , w w w. f a c e b o o k . com/JBPHH and Twitter @ JointBasePHH. (Note: Gate hours will be subject to change based on security posture.)
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Air Corps nurses at bivouac site on Oahu. This week is National Nurses Week, celebrating those in the profession.
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City council honors contributions to combat sexual assault Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Robles
PACAF Public Affairs The Honolulu City Council honored Dr. Lisa Charles, Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program manager, along with other community action team representatives from around the state during the Honolulu Mayor and City Council Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation Ceremony at Honolulu City Hall April 18. “We are really fortunate because here on Oahu we have all branches of service available,” Charles said. “This is a beautiful relationship with our community partners. Commanders and leaders throughout the Pacific are doing a fantastic job with amazing and creative efforts in bringing awareness to sexual assault and doing their part to eradicate it in the ranks.”
Military leaders from around Hawaii are presented with leis and thanked by community leaders at the Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation Ceremony at Honolulu City Hall April 18. Six individuals received honorary certificates and proclamations recognizing their contribution to a better Hawaii free from sexual violence. These individuals focused on providing education and raising awareness to their respective focus groups. “The fight to end sex-
ual assault in Hawaii is something we must all support, and the only way to do this is by working together as one,” said Roy Amemiya, Honolulu City managing director. “The perpetrators of sexual assault lose their power when we stand up united and let them
know that we won’t accept their actions.” April is nationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Throughout the year and emphasized during SAAM, people are reminded that they can intervene in situations that may lead to sexual assault.
Regardless of experience, job or location, people can spread a culture that rejects inappropriate and o ffensive behavior. “It’s a month where we can educate and highlight that sexual assault is still an ongoing issue,” Charles said. “It would be a beautiful
world where we no longer have these months and campaigns because that means that we have eradicated sexual assault.” The united effort of each action team allows the community as a whole to take a stand against sexual assault. The Military Community Action Team consists of representatives from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Hawaii Air National Guard and Hawaii National Guard. Military leaders from around the island attended the ceremony to show their support for the award winners. Throughout the year, PACAF will continue to combat sexual assault with the help of communities and sister services throughout the Indo-Pacific region. If you have questions, concerns, or want to report a sexual assault, please call the DoD Safe Helpline at (877) 995-5247 or visit www. sexualassaultpreventionresponse.af.mil.
324th IS Airman brings leadership skills from RNZAF to Hickam Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman
15th Wing Public Affairs Staff Sgt. Jessica Yeck, assigned to the 324th Intelligence Squadron, received a unique professional development opportunity when she was selected to attend the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Sergeants Promotion Course. The RNZAF Sergeants Promotion Course is designed to develop noncommissioned officers (NCOs) from being a first line supervisor into a senior noncommissioned officer (SNCO).
The course focuses on developing leaders by focusing on airpower, profession of arms, communication, diversity, feedback, leadership and management. “The Sergeants Promotion Course is geared to prepare students ready to perform at a(n) SNCO level,” Yeck said. “The material focused heavily on managerial skills, and developing a whole team to accomplish the mission versus developing individual Airmen.” The course was four weeks long and made up of two components, Lead Leaders and Sergeants Promotion. In the RNZAF, Sergeant is the first
rank of the SNCO tier and they are expected to take responsibility on the overall mission and to develop subordinates into NCOs. Lead the Leaders focused on self-reflection and developing skills needed to lead both teams and frontline supervisors. “Lead the Leaders was a different experience for me,” Yeck said. “Until I went through the course my focus was developing my Airmen as individuals. I now have a better understanding as to what my role as a leader is and how I can apply the skills I learned to give a greater impact to the mission.”
During the Sergeants Promotion component, the students learned about the various resources available to them and put everything they learned to the test in a field training exercise. “The field training was my favorite part of the course, because it pushed me out of my comfort zone both mentally and physically,” Yeck said. “During the field training, we were tested to see how well we applied the lessons we learned in class to the resources available to us. In order to be successful we had to think on our toes and adapt to each scenario.”
Although the course was formatted similarly to Professional Military Education courses in the U.S. Air Force, Yeck learned how to apply leadership tactics in new ways within her own work center. “My biggest take-away from the course was learning about intent, and making sure my Airmen know the purpose behind the tasks I assign them” Yeck said. “Since I started giving my Airmen the purpose I’ve noticed a change; they have become more self-motivated and they are taking ownership in what they’re doing. As a
result I’ve noticed the morale in my section has been higher, and the quality of work my Airmen have produced has also increased.” Educational engagements between the USAF and RNZAF started in 2007 when the RNZAF started sending selected Flight Sergeants to the Noncommissioned Officer Academy in Alabama. This was further developed when Master Sgt. Clete Toensing, 15th Wing Professional Military Education Center director of operations, attended the RNZAF Flight Sergeant Promotion Course in 2010.
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May 11, 2018 • A-5
A Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon, the seventh to be delivered to Australia, arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam May 1. The 15th Wing supported the P-8 during its transition to 11 Squadron, RAAF Base Edinburgh, to replace the RAAF’s AP-3C Orion aircraft. Photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman
Photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier
Lt. Gen. Stayce D. Harris, the inspector general of the Air Force, visited members of the Hawaii Air National Guard at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam May 5, during a tour of Pacific Air Force bases. Her visit focused on face-to-face meetings with the 154th Wing Inspector General team. It also served as an opportunity for Harris to meet other members of the HIANG and learn about their unique mission to protect the citizens of Hawaii and ensure public safety in response to possible disasters.
Photo by MC3 Nicholas Burgains
Quartermaster 3rd Class Jonathan Harris, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97), fires an M9 handgun during a livefire exercise out in the South China Sea May 5. Halsey is currently underway with Photo by MC2 Katarzyna Kobiljak the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group on a regularly scheduled deployment to The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) arrives in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and Pearl Harbor May 4. Milius recently departed San Diego, and officially begins its theater security cooperation efforts. transition to Forward Deployed Naval Forces-Japan in Yokosuka, Japan.
Photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman
A participant competes during the Inaugural Diamond Mudder at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam May 4. The Diamond Mudder was a 7-mile team race consisting of eight obstacles ranging from buddy drags to marksmanship.
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Unique, handmade crafts and art pieces were on display at the spring craft fair held at the Hickam Arts & Crafts Center May 5.
craft fair brings unique art, much more Story and photos by Reid Tokeshi Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation
Above, The dog show was one of the big draws that made the spring craft fair unique.
The annual spring craft fair presented by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) May 5 at the Hickam Arts & Crafts Center proved to be more than an exhibit for unique crafts. Setting itself apart from others on the island, it was also an event the whole family could enjoy. More than 100 vendor booths blanketed the lawn next to the center, displaying all types of handmade works of art. Quilts, photography, pottery, jewelry and woodworking were just a few of the wide variety of pieces available for purchase. Strolling down the rows of tables and tents, customers could find items with themes ranging from Hawaii, to the military and more. Going beyond what’s normally seen at other craft fairs, MWR’s version offered free make-andtakes, demonstrations in the Arts
& Crafts Center, live musical entertainment and prize giveaways. Two of the biggest draws were the dog show and pony rides. Dog lovers gathered in the courtyard of the Arts & Crafts Center to see which canines earned the titles of Best Costume, Most Obedient, Owner/Dog Lookalike and Best Trick. Four-legged customers filled the area as owners brought their dogs even if they weren’t entering the contest. Pony rides are a staple of MWR’s craft fairs and handlers for this year were kept as busy as ever. A steady stream of young riders kept the half-dozen horses busy throughout the event. With sizes from little ponies to full size steeds, there was a ride suitable for all. The spring craft fair takes place in the first week of May each year and is the counterpart to the larger fall craft fair which happens in October. For more information on the fairs and other arts & crafts-related activities, call the center at 808-4489907 or visit www.greatlifehawaii. com.
At left, A patron browses through custom guitars on display. Above, One of the categories at the dog show was “Best Costume.”
Above, Kids could create their own art at the free make-and-take booth at the fair. Below, During the fair, patrons could make or purchase crafts.
Pony rides were among the most popular activities at the fair. Kids lined up from beginning to end patiently awaiting their turn.
Local Staff Sgt. gets selected for All-Armed Forces tryouts
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Story and photo by Randy Dela Cruz
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There are various opportunities available across the island to celebrate Mother’s Day.
Celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend Ho‘okele Staff
According to the Library of Congress, Mother’s Day was founded by Anna Jarvis, in Grafton, West Virginia, in 1908. Jarvis wanted to recognize mothers with a holiday. In 1914, Congress made Mother’s Day an official day, annually observed on the second Sunday of May. There are various opportunities for Airmen and Sailors aboard Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to celebrate mothers of all ages. ● A Mother’s Day brunch buffet is scheduled for May 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Restaurant 604. There will be musical entertainment by Hawaiian Blend. Price is $45 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. Get 10 percent off for seniors (55 and older). Reservations encouraged. For more information, call 888-7616. ● A Mother’s Day brunch buffet is also happening from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 13 at the Historic Hickam Officers’ Club. Open to all ranks. Treat mom to a brunch buffet just for her. Seating time is every half hour. Price is $43 for adults ($40 for club members), $31 for ages 7 to 12, $12 for 4 to 6 years and $5 for ages 2 to 3. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 448-4608. ● A third Mother’s Day brunch buffet option opens from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 13 at The Lanai at Mamala Bay. Enjoy an ocean view during the meal. Price is $32.95 for adults and $16.95 for kids 6 to 12. Reservations are encouraged. For more information, call 422-3002. ● Moms bowl free when accompanied by a paying family member May 13 at Hickam and Pearl Harbor Bowling Centers. This special runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hickam and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pearl Harbor. For more information, call 448-9959 (Hickam) or 473-2574 (Pearl Harbor). ● A Mother’s Day special is planned for May 13 at 1:30 p.m. at Sharkey Theater. Mothers get free admission to the 1:30 p.m. movie “Sherlock Gnomes (3-D)” when accompanied by a paying family member. For more information, call 473-0726. ● A Mother’s Day dinner special is being offered from 5 to 8 p.m. May 13 at The Lanai at Mamala Bay. This three-course dinner includes a salad, choice of entrée and dessert. Price for this special combo is $29.95. Reservations are welcome. For more information, call 422-3002. ● Mother’s Day Brunch at The Officers’ Club Lanai Ballroom at Marine Corps Base Hawaii will be served May 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adult meals cost $41.95, and meals for children ages 6 to 12 cost $20.95. Call 254-7650 for reservations. ● Mother’s Day Brunch at Hale Ikena Conference & Banquet Center at Fort Shafter is scheduled for May 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults and children 11 years and older are $44. Children 3 to 10 years old are $27.50. Call 438-1974 for reservations. ● Mother’s Day Brunch at Nehelani Conference & Banquet Center at Schofield Barracks is set for May 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meals for adults cost $39.95. Meals for children 4 to 11 years old cost $24.95. ● Mother’s Day Brunch will be held May 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Banyan Tree Showroom at the Hale Koa Hotel. Prices include $47.95 for adults, $39.95 or active duty service members, $22.95 for patrons ages 12 to 17, and $12.95 for children ages 5 to 11. For more information, call 955-9676. ● The Hale Koa Hotel is offering Koko at Kalia Mother ’s Day buffet from 4:30 to 8 p.m. and Mother’s Day dinner at Bibas Courtyard from 5 to 9 p.m. No reservations are necessary for either venue. Visit www.halekoa.com/experiences/ events/sample-page-2 for more information.
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Staff Sgt. Taryn Hale, 17th Operational Weather Squadron, has been on quite a whirlwind over the past six months. Just arriving at her new duty station back in December, Hale reached another milestone April 27, when she received notice that she was selected for the All-Armed Forces Women’s Soccer tryouts in Fort Bliss, Texas from June 2-19. If selected to be on the All-Armed Forces team, Hale would move on with the rest of her teammates to the 2018 Conseil International du Sport Militare (CISM) World Women’s Championship, which will also be held at Fort Bliss from June 20 through July 5. “I didn’t find out until the 27th, which is when they officially sent the emails out,” she said. “It’s awesome. It feels really, really great. It feels good to have a chance to go and try to show what I’ve been working on my whole life almost.” When she arrives in Texas, Hale, who is now 25 and has been playing soccer since she was 13 years old, said that while the year has been moving at a fast pace, it would be nothing compared to the speed at which she’ll face at Fort Bliss. After listening in on a couple of chat rooms, Hale said that she knows that the other invited women are taking their selection very seriously. “It’s exciting, but slightly intimidating,” she admitted. “These players that are trying out also are pretty serious. A lot of them come from four years of school training experience, so it’s going to be like an uphill battle. I expect it to be very high intensity.” While in Hawaii, Hale has been playing intramural soccer and is also working out with the Armed Forces Hawaii Futbol Club, an all-men’s military soccer squad that won its bracket at the Defender’s Cup Tournament last year. Hale said that although she loves the experience of practicing and playing on an all-men’s team, she noted that the camp and tournament at Fort Bliss is for women only. “It’s all girls and in the military. You don’t get to experience that much,” Hale pointed out. “I’m the only girl out here, so it’s going to be fun to play with all girls again.” Hale grew up in Patterson, California, and started to play soccer while she was in middle school. After being introduced to the sport, Hale said it didn’t take long before her pastime became her passion. “When you start off, it’s just for recreation,” said Hale, who went on to become a three-time captain of her team at Patterson High. “But the older you get, it becomes more competitive. Two years after I started playing, it became a routine and kept my interest. Everyone’s
Staff Sgt. Taryn Hale works through a drill during practice at Earhart Field. Hale has been invited to compete for a spot on the All-Armed Forces Women’s Soccer team. interested in something that they are good at.” With so much talent arriving at Fort Bliss, the coaching staff will gauge the players on conditioning in addition to how well they perform at the tryouts. Going into the training camp, Hale said that she understands what she does well and what she’ll have to work on once she gets there. “Probably my biggest strengths would be my passing ability and ball control,” she noted. “I have a pretty decent shot and I can cross the ball very well. Speed is not one of my greatest assets in comparison to other people, but we’ll see.” Although Hale said that she’ll take things one step at a time, but if she does make the team, she’ll get to experience another thing that she has never done as a soccer player. The CISM tournament is an international event that features clubs from all over the world. “I have not played on a scale this large, but I imagine that soccer is soccer,” she said. “I’m sure teams from other countries have different ways of playing and different strengths, but that’s the same with any team.”
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Specialist Ermito Arana beats his defender to shoot and score the team’s first goal of the game.
Armed Forces Hawaii repeats as MISO champions Story and photo by Randy Dela Cruz Sports Editor, Ho‘okele A remarkable comeback in the second half raised Armed Forces Hawaii Futbol Club (AFHFC) to their second consecutive Major Island Soccer Organization Division II Championship by defeating the Hawaii Rush, 3-2 at the Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex Stadium May 6. The AFHFC, which is made up entirely of military and Department of Defense personnel from Hawaii, was started four years ago by Chief Electrician’s Mate Luis Zamora, Commander, Naval Surface Group Mid-Pacific and Information Systems Technician 1st Class Jay Reynard, Naval Computer and Telecommunications
Area Master Station Pacific, and includes several members from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Playing against the Hawaii Rush for the season’s top prize, AFHFC found itself in deep trouble after falling behind 2-0 at halftime. However, despite trailing, player/coach Reynard said that he had a strong feeling that they would be victorious. “I wanted them to realize that this game was ours to win,” said Reynard in a pep talk to his teammates at halftime. “All we had to do was apply our training, play together, calm down and it would work. The goals they scored were fortunate and were off of mistakes that we made. If we stop doing the things that we are doing wrong and just play our game, we’ll win. I told them, ‘three-
two,’ that’s what it will be.” As it turned out, Reynard is not only a player/coach, but his words at halftime may just be enough to tack on another title: prophet. Facing an uphill climb, Spc. Ermito Arana, who had missed on a couple of goal shots in the first half, started the team’s momentous comeback by booting in a goal at the 36:55 mark of the second half that made it 2-1. Five minutes later, Arana found himself in the same situation and converted on his second goal of the game to tie it up at 2-2. “To be honest, we didn’t come this far to lose,” Arana said. “We fought back and I made sure that I was at the right time at the right place and I executed.” Arana said that once he booted in the first goal, he knew
that he was going to get more. “The first goal brought me back to 100 percent,” he pointed out. “I was ready, I was eager, I came back and put the other goal in. The second goal was easy, but I had to make sure that I put it in the right spot.” Although the game was deadlocked, momentum had completely crossed over to Armed Forces Hawaii. Looking to take the lead, AFHFC mounted another attack on the goal, as Arana headed for the goal from the right baseline. Arana’s shot on goal ricocheted off the crossbar and flew into the vicinity of Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Tony Espinoza, Logistics and Support Unit – 3, who directed another shot toward the goal, but missed. The errant shot dropped directly in front of Sgt. Justin Gazick, who proceeded to
shoot the ball into the net for a 3-2 lead with 29:07 remaining in the game. “Playing with these guys continuously, you kind of know where they’re going be,” Gazick said. “You can never tell where the ball is going be, but you get a feeling.” Although the goal came with almost 30 minutes remaining in the game, the AFHFC defense, led by goalkeeper Senior Airman Ryan Barrantes, 735th Air Mobility Squadron, made sure that the lead would stand. “I think it’s our name, ‘Armed Forces,’” said Reynard about how the team was able to come from behind. “We have tough schedules, gone from our families a lot, so that when we come out here, we just want to apply all those things and never give up because we’re representing more than just ourselves.”
PCP beats JPJ to secure final playoff spot Story and photo by Randy Dela Cruz Sports Editor, Ho‘okele In a head-to-head matchup for the fourth and final Afloat Division postseason berth, the Pearl City Peninsula (PCP) Warriors stepped up and secured the playoff spot by crushing USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53), 68-40 in an intramural basketball game May 5 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Fitness Center. Down by 8-2 in the early minutes of the game, the Warriors picked up the pace and rallied to outscore John Paul Jones by a margin of 27-4 for the remainder of the first half to take a huge 29-12 lead at halftime. The Warriors ended the regular season with a 6-4 record, while John Paul Jones dropped their sixth game against four wins. “We had to make every possession count,” said Warriors head coach Chief Electrician’s Mate Mario Spicer. “We’ve been in playoff basketball mode for the last three weeks, so if we wanted to get into the playoffs, we had to evaluate every single possession. We started a little lackadaisical, we regrouped and took off from there.” In the beginning, John Paul Jones started off strong by moving the ball around and getting baskets from four different players to take an 8-2 lead.
By midway through the first half, PCP pulled to within a single point at 10-9 on a drive to the hoop by Spc. Drew Freeman. Then on the next trip down c o u r t , M a c h i n i s t ’s M a t e (Non-Nuclear, Submarine Auxiliary) 2nd Class Scott Drake picked up a dime on a toss to Machinist’s Mate (Auxiliary) 2nd Class Gerald Jackson, who was fouled on the play. Jackson converted the free throw for the basket-and-one to put the Warriors in front for the first time in the game at 12-10. From that point on, the game belonged to the Warriors, as the team, led by a trio of players, took full control. Six minutes after the Warriors secured their first lead, guard Bryan Mason, a military family member, split the defense down the middle of the lane and drove in for a lay-up that put PCP up by double digits at 23-12. Mason then fired in a bomb from beyond the three-point arc to raise the lead up to 14 points at 26-12 with 4:29 remaining in the first half. Mason scored seven points in the first half, while teammates Freeman and Jackson controlled the middle of the paint to combine for 20 points before halftime. “It’s all about communication,” Spicer said. “In the beginning, we could not get everybody to get out here. But in the last couple of weeks,
all three have been here at the same time, so they’ve learned how to play with each other. Once they developed their chemistry, it doesn’t matter who else is out there with them.” After coming up with a couple of clutch shots in the first half, Mason started to really light up the net in the second half. A basket by Mason with 16:59 left on the clock, gave PCP a 22-point advantage at 36-14. For the game, Mason led all scorers with 22 points, while Jackson finished with 19 and Freeman threw down 17. In addition to scoring inside the lane, the high-scoring trio also attacked from the perimeter and combined to sink five three-point shots. While the Warriors look like a well-oiled machine, as it prepares to enter the playoffs, Spicer said that the team’s run in the postseason may depend on just how many players are able to participate in the games. Against John Paul Jones, the Warriors played the entire game with only five players. However, Spicer said that he expects some much needed help will arrive just in time for the playoffs, which are scheduled for May 15-17. “We’re confident that we’re going to be hard to beat,” Spicer said. “Our only weakness is if we can’t get people to show up. If we can get our depth, we’re Specialist Drew Freeman extends his reach to score on a lay-up. going to be tough.”
Get ready: 10 tips for Sailors’ summer moves
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation ● Registration for Summer Craft Camp is open now at the Arts & Crafts Center. These four-day sessions give the child the chance to express their artistic freedom. The first session begins May 29 and runs Tuesday through Friday, with additional sessions starting almost every Tuesday until July 31. Cost of the camps is $60, includes all supplies and is open to ages 6 to 14. For more information, call 448-9907. ● The free Fitness & Wellness Fair will be held May 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Fitness Center. The fair includes five-minute chair massages, chats with personal trainers, information about health and fitness from various vendors, and giveaways. For more information, call 471-2019. ● A Teen Parent Information Board meeting will be held May 11 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Teen Center. Come over and see what’s coming up for teens and youth sports. It’s free to attend. For more information, call 448-1068. ● A single Sailors and Airmen movie night is dishing out the freebies May 11 at 7 p.m. at Sharkey Theater. Single, active-duty Navy and Air Force who sign up are eligible for a free movie ticket, free medium popcorn and a free medium drink. Sign up in advance at Beeman Center. For more information, call 473-2583. ● A free golf clinic is on the greens from 2 p.m. May 12 at Mamala Bay Golf Course. Enjoy this introduction to a game of golf. This is a free activity and advance registration is welcome. For more information, call 449-2304. ● The Water Safety Instructor Course will be held May 15-31 at the Hickam Family Pool. Gain knowledge from the American Red Cross Swimming and Safety program through this course. Cost of this two-week course is $175 and is open to ages 16 and up. For more information, call 448-2384. ● The Cookies and Canvas art class picks up the brush May 16 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Arts & Crafts Center. Youth can create a masterpiece on canvas while enjoying a sweet treat. Cost of this class is $30, includes all art supplies and the child can take the painting home with them. Open to ages 7 to 14. For more information, call 448-9907.
● The 3-point Shootout Competition hits the court from 7 a.m. to noon May 17 at the Wahiawa Annex Fitness Center. Show off your skills and see how many treys you can sink in 30 seconds. This is a free event. For more information, call 653-5542. ● An Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month special meal will be offered May 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hale Aina Dining Facility. This special opens up the facility to not just active duty, but also escorted family members, military retirees and Department of Defense employees with a valid ID card. Cost is $11 for the meal and free for RIK/SIK. For more information, call 449-1666. ● A free golf clinic is on the greens May 17 from noon to 1 p.m. at Navy-Marine Golf Course. Enjoy this introduction to a game of golf. This is a free activity and advance registration is welcome. For more information, call 471-0142. ● The Barracks Bash gets the party going May 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Arizona Hall. Enjoy free food and games. Learn about upcoming liberty activities. This event is free and is open to single, active duty service members. For more information, call 473-2583. ● The Teen Workforce Workshop happens from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 19 at the Teen Center. Teens get free tips on how to prepare for their first job. Workshop includes how to write a resume, dressing for success, money management and more. This is a free activity and is open to teens registered with the program. For more information, call 448-1068. ● America’s Kids Day Run takes off from 5 to 8 p.m. May 19 at Earhart Track. Kids from ages 5 and up are encouraged to join and run for the fun challenge of it. Parents are encouraged to run as well. Cost of this event is free. For more information, call 473-0789. ● Registration for swimming lessons opens May 21 at noon. Classes are available from six months (parent swims with tot) to adult. Registration is done online and lessons are held at Hickam Family Pool. Classes begin June 4. For more information, call 448-2384. Editor’s note: For Mother’s Day events, see page B-2.
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According to John E. Hilaman, director of Naval Supply Systems Command Household Goods (HHG), Sailors who are moving this summer should start preparing now. “A good move doesn’t just happen,” he said, “it takes planning.” Hilaman recommends Sailors prepare for a smooth move by keeping these 10 tips in mind: 1. Start early — HHG peak season runs from the beginning of May through August. Start early by going online at https://www.navsup.navy.mil/household to review your entitlements and responsibilities. To begin your move process, go to: www.move.mil. 2. Plan alternate move dates, just in case — When scheduling pickup or delivery, select alternate dates in addition to your preferred dates. During busy times, it could be difficult to get the first date you request. By establishing alternate dates that work for you, inconvenient pickups and deliveries can be avoided. 3. Tell utilities, landlords — Be sure you have a confirmed date for your pack-out and pickup before you inform your landlords or turn off your utilities. 4. Minimize changes — After the pickup date has been confirmed, only request changes in an emergency. Date changes can lead to delays, additional cost to the member, or the need to convert the shipment to a Personally Procured Move. 5. Be reachable — Moves go smoother when you are easy to contact. Provide your personal phone numbers, cellphone numbers and personal email to the personal property offices at origin and destination. Include in-transit contact information, as well. 6. Time moves ahead of vacate date — Do not schedule a pickup for the day you are to close on the sale or purchase of a home or on the day you must vacate a rental. Allow time for unforeseen problems and last-minute changes. 7. Sort — Start sorting through household goods now and set aside items you have decided to put up for sale or donation. Service members must keep all shipments within their weight allowance or pay to ship the excess
weight. Authorized weight allowance chart located at www.navsup.navy. mil/public/navsup/hhg/quick_links/ weight_allowance/. 8. Get ready for pre-move survey — Once the service member initiates the move online, the shipment contract has been awarded and the transportation service provider (TSP aka moving company) assigned, the TSP will contact the service member to schedule and perform the pre-move survey. Be aware the TSP will conduct a pre-move survey no later than three business days prior to the first scheduled pack date. The pre-move survey allows the TSP to establish a more realistic weight estimate, determine how many crew members to assign, the number of packing days needed, what packing materials are needed and whether any special equipment is needed. All dates for packing, pickup and delivery are finalized between the service member and the assigned TSP. 9. Keep records — Keep all hard copy and electronic records of your move details. The more information you keep, the better. Consider taking pictures of documents with your phone as a back-up reference. Email yourself reminders and notes regarding specifics to help you remember things down the road. 10. Understand — Know that the Defense Travel Regulation determines minimum transit times for moves. For example, on domestic shipments moving companies are given a minimum of 14-20 days to drive from the East Coast to the West Coast, depending on the weight of the shipment and the start and end locations. International transit times can be anywhere from 30-90 days, depending on the start and end locations. You should schedule separate days for each separate move. If multiple carriers are scheduled for the same day, there can be confusion on what items go with which shipment and you could be charged for an attempted pickup or waiting time as the carrier waits for the previous carrier to depart. For more details, call the Navy Household Goods Customer Contact Center at 855-444-6683 or email householdgoods@navy.mil. Visit www.navsup. navy.mil/household.
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VISITOR ACCESS TO USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL REINSTATED
NOW — Boat transport to the USS Arizona Memorial was reinstated on Wednesday, May 9, following a temporary suspension to investigate a crack in the supporting structure for the visitor loading ramp. For additional updates, visit www.nps.gov/valr and www.facebook.com/ ValorNPS.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
NOW — Special Olympics Hawaii is seeking volunteers from May 24 through 27. Positions are filled first come, first served, and positions will go fast, so sign up now. All volunteers will receive a Special Olympics Hawaii volunteer T-shirt, letter of appreciation and may visit the volunteer hospitality area for refreshments at the Murakami Baseball Stadium. As the 2018 State Summer Games quickly approaches, more than 1,100 athletes and coaches across the state of Hawaii are busy training and will compete at the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus May 25-27. Events for the Summer Games include softball, swimming, track & field and powerlifting. Special Olympics Hawaii heavily relies on volunteers to staff their events and needs your help. Interested personnel can email YN1(AW) Dena M. Sinclair at dena.sinclair@navy.mil.
JOINT MILITARY CONCERT
MAY 19 — The Honolulu Navy League, in cooperation with the U.S. Air Force
Band of the Pacific, is proud to present the 33rd Annual Joint Military Concert at the historic Hawaii Theatre on Saturday, May 19 at 4 p.m. Admission is free and will feature a joint performance by members of the 25th Infantry Division Band, the Hawaii Army National Guard Band, the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band, the Navy U.S. Pacific Fleet Band and the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific. The concert is open to the public. Free tickets can be printed from www.hawaiitheatre. com. For more ticket information, visit the Hawaii Theatre Box Office, located downtown at 1130 Bethel Street, or call 528-0506.The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific, under the command of Lt. Col. Cristina Moore Urrutia, is the lead organization for this year’s concert, which will feature representatives from all the service bands stationed on Oahu. The concert, entitled “Letters From Home,” will be presented as a variety show, and will feature various ensembles, performing country, rock, classical, jazz, ceremonial and patriotic music.For more information, call 422-9404 or email NavyLeagueJane@gmail.com.
ACING THE INTERVIEW
MAY 11 — This class is scheduled from noon
to 2 p.m. at MFSC Hickam. Preparation and determination are the keys to a successful interview. This class will provide you with the tools to be able to answer different types of interview questions and prepare you for the many interview styles that are popular today. In this interactive class participants will have an opportunity to observe and take part in mock interviews.
YOUTH SPORTS MEETING
MAY 11 — Every other month MWR Youth
Sports holds a planning meeting at which they put out information about coming events. The meeting is scheduled at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Teen Center from noon to 1 p.m., this would be a good opportunity to get information on volunteer opportunities. A light lunch will be provided. For more information, call Brittany Bigham, the CYSA youth sports and fitness coordinator at 473-0789.
MANU O KU FESTIVAL
MAY 12 — This family-oriented festival,
scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., aims to create an opportunity for city dwellers to learn about and enjoy Hawaii’s wildlife at the Hono-
HICKAM INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
MAY 18-20 — The golf tournament is scheduled at Mamala Bay Golf Course from May 18 through 20. For more information, call 449-2304 or visit greatlifehawaii.com.
HONOLULU EKIDEN AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
MAY 19 AND 20 — Registration is
now open for the 6th Annual Honolulu Ekiden (long-distance relay race) and Music Festival, set to take place Sunday, May 20. The 26.2mile course is divided into six sections, and invites a maximum of six runners per team to take in scenic views from Diamond Head, overlooking Hanauma Bay and along the Sandy Beach coastline. The registration fee includes admission to the music festival on Saturday, May 19, at the Waikiki Shell. For more information, visit http://hnlekiden.org.
AAFES PHOTO CONTEST
NOW TO JUNE 1 — JBPHH Exchange shoppers can compete to show off their furry, feathered or fuzzy friends during the worldwide Patriot Pet Just Say “Treat” Photo Contest. Photo entries can be submitted through June 1 at ShopMyExchange.com/sweepstakes, where shoppers can also find the complete rules of the contest. Winners will be selected at the end of June. For more information, visit http://www. shopmyexchange.com.
required training. All clinics will be open for regular business hours on Monday, May 21. Beneficiaries can speak to a nurse any time 24/7 by calling the toll-free TRICARE “Nurse Advice Line” at 1-800-874-2273, option 1. To book an appointment, visit www.tricareonline. com or call 473-0247. The Schofield Barracks Acute Care Clinic (ACC) is open from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. for walk-ins only. The ACC can be reached at 433-8850. Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) has “Quick Care” located in the TAMC Emergency Room that is open 24/7.For emergencies, dial 911 or go to TAMC. For active-duty dental emergencies, dial 864-4705.
ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY BOWL FREE
MAY 21 — Receive up to two free games lulu Zoo. Talk to conservationists, make crafts, play games and meet animals. For more information, visit www.whiteterns.org.
PET ADOPTION EVENT
MAY 13 — NEX and the Hawaiian Humane
Society are bringing military families monthly pet adoption events at the NEX Pet Shop on 4888 Bougainville Drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. HHS will have pets of various ages. Open to authorized patrons only. For more information, call Stephanie Lau, the customer relations manager at 423-3287.
ALOHA WELCOME ACADEMY
MAY 14 — Navy Region Hawaii will soon offer a weekly Aloha Welcome Academy (AWA). It is a three-day experience to help military and family members adjust to Hawaii. Attendees can expect briefs about a variety of topics such as cultural history, Navy and Air Force history in Hawaii, Pearl Harbor historic sites, base amenities, leisure, inter-island travel and more. Participants will also visit various sites.The AWA inaugural class will be held May 14 at 7:30 a.m. at Club Pearl on JBPHH. Newly-reporting military members, civilian employees and family members are welcome to attend. See your command representative to sign-up.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
MAY 16 — Story time is scheduled from 9 to
of bowling Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. during lunchtime at Hickam Bowling Center. Shoe rental is extra. Military ID card required. Offer not valid on holidays.
10 a.m. at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Library. The theme of the day is “houses.”
OHANA PAINT NIGHT
ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY BOWL FREE
25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. An experienced instructor leads a parent and child step-by-step through a featured painting of the night. Cost of this activity is $35 per person, includes all art supplies and is open to ages 8 and up. Advance registration is available online. For more information, call 448-9907.
MAY 17 — Receive up to two free games of bowling Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Naval Station Bowling Center. Shoe rental is extra. Military ID card required. Offer not valid on holidays.
HICKAM HISTORICAL TOUR
MAY 18 — The tour is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and is $45 for adults and $40 for children ages 3 to 11 years old. Visit any ITT location for more details.
NAVAL HEALTH CLINIC HAWAII TO CLOSE EARLY
MAY 18 — Naval Health Clinic Hawaii (NHCH) will conduct normal operations from 7:30 to 11 a.m. on May 18. Starting at 11 a.m. all NHCH operations will be closed to include all medical/dental facilities at Makalapa, Camp H.M. Smith, Wahiawa, Marine Corps Base Hawaii and shipyard clinics. The pharmacy, laboratory and radiology will not be available. Our providers are attending
MAY 25 — The class is scheduled for May
DISCOVER CHINATOWN
MAY 26 — Discover the intriguing history
of Honolulu’s Chinatown as you sample Chinese treats along the way. This unique walking tour explores historical buildings, open markets, Chinese-style bakeries and more. Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection. Not recommended for young children in strollers. Check in at the Hickam ITT Office at 8:30 a.m. The group will return at approximately 1 p.m. Please report any food allergies or dietary restrictions at time of booking. For more information, call Hickam at 448-2295, NEX at 442-2757, or the Pearl Harbor Fleet Store at 473-0792.
MOVIE SHOWTIMES SHARKEY THEATER
HICKAM MEMORIAL THEATER
FRIDAY — MAY 11
FRIDAY — MAY 11
SATURDAY — MAY 12
SATURDAY — MAY 12
7 P.M. • Tyler Perry’s: Acrimony (R) 2:30 P.M. • Pacific Rim: Uprising (PG-13) 4:50 P.M. • Ready Player One (PG-13) 7:40 P.M. • Blockers (R)
SUNDAY — MAY 13
1:30 PM • Sherlock Gnomes (3-D) (PG) 3:30 PM • Pacific Rim: Uprising (PG-13) 5:50 PM • Tyler Perry’s: Acrimony (R)
7 P.M. • Rampage (PG-13) 3 P.M. • Rampage (PG-13)
SUNDAY — MAY 13
2 P.M. • A Quiet Place (PG-13)
THURSDAY — MAY 17
6:30 P.M. • A Quiet Place (PG-13)
A Quiet Place If they hear you, they hunt you. *Movie schedules are subject to change without notice.