••Battalion FRG Meeting 01 Oct

1. H1N1 (COL Sigmon)2. GI Bill Transfer (MSG Byington)

•HSC sponsored Trunk & Treat 29 Oct1. Safety Briefing2. Family Treats

•OPS CO FRG Meeting 16 Sept

•I&S CO FRG Meeting 15 Oct

•I&S Fundraisers: 13 Nov, 19-20 Nov, 02 Dec1. “Pie in the Face” ($ 665)2. Bake Sale ($195)3. Holiday Gift Wrap ($ 300)

•HSC Holiday Fun Run 16 Dec•HSC FRG/CO Holiday Party 17 Dec •I&S Holiday party 18 Dec

Much MAHALO’s to ALL FRG Volunteers

MILITARY CHILD EDUCATION IN HAWAII

MAKE YOUR VOICE COUNT!

Focus Groups to be held January 4-8, 2010

January 19-22, 2010

Project Objectives

• To identify the beliefs and perceptions of military families regarding educa-tional opportunities in Hawaii.

• To understand sources of informa-tion used by military families to make choices of the best educational match for their child.

• To provide in-depth information from parents and students regarding the quality of education they experience in a variety of settings.

• To provide “actionable” information to USPACOM to improve programs and services for children, youth and parents.

For more information, please contact the principal researcher or the study director:

Robert Wm. Blum, Principal Researcherrblum@jhsph.edu

Kristin Mmari, Study Directorkmmari@jhsph.edu

Supported through a contract with the US Pacific Command

What’s the purpose?

rough this project we will gain insights into the attitudes, issues, concerns, and experiences of parents and their children to improve educational experiences for military families in Hawaii.

Who is conducting this survey?

c Command (PACOM) is spon-soring this study.

PACOM has selected Johns Hopkins University to conduct the study with the assistance of the University of Hawaii.

Who may participate in the Focus Groups?

• All Active Duty military parents with school-age children of any age and any school setting.

• Military students age 10 and older attend-ing any school settting.

Who do I contact to participate?

Susan YorkUniversity of HawaiiCurriculum Development Research Groupyorks@hawaii.edu808-956-9210

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Home Schooling

online learning

Dates: January 4-8, 2010 January 19-22, 2010

Times: 1½ hour sessions between 2:00pm and 8:00pm

FREE CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

Locations: 2 days at Schofield Barracks1 day at MCAS Kaneohe1 day at Pearl Harbor

*exact locations and times to be determined.

Understanding

Your Tax Benefit

Financial Readiness Presents...

It’s your money, keep more of it! This workshop will improve your knowledge of how taxes affect you as a Soldier or Family Member. Learn how to better manage your tax liability, how to file, and where to go for help.

Visit www.mwrarmyhawaii.com to register.

Or call 655-4227 for more information.

Special Session

Join Us! January 27, 2010

9:00-10:30 AM

Army Community Service

Bldg 2091 Kolekole Ave

Schofield Barracks

You are invited to “A Day On...Not A Day Off” 8th Provisional Brigade Proudly Celebrates 2010 Martin Luther King Day Observance

Guest Speaker Mr. Krish Dhanam

Speaker-Trainer-Consultant

Krish Dhanam was born in the coastal

town of Vizag, in Andhra, India. In 1984

he finished his MBA at the Institute of

Management Technology and migrated to

the United States in 1986.

As a proud card carrying member of the

sales force of America, Krish soon started

his corporate climb. Through training,

teaching and facilitating seminars all over

the world, Krish launched his professional

speaking career. Krish has successfully

delivered his message of hope, humor and

balance in over forty international venues

and throughout the United States.

He is the author of “The American

Dream from an Indian Heart.” Happily

married to his bride of nineteen years, he

and his wife Anila are the proud parents

of Nicolas who is twelve years old.

8th Provisional EOA

181 Sutton Street, Bldg. 866, Rm 107

Schofield Barraks, HI 96857

Phone: W:(808) 655-4802

Cell: (808) 226-9327

E-mail: ray.mccall@us.army.mil

Colonel Timothy Ryan, Commander,

8th Provisional Brigade, and

Team EO Hawaii cordially invite you to experience

cultural diversity through, music, song, slide shows

and a special guest speaker in

celebration of Martin Luther King Day Observance.

“A Day On...Not A Day Off” is Wednesday,

January 13, 2010 from 10:30 - 12:00 Noon,

SGT Smith Theater, Schofield Barracks, HI.

Point of contact for this event is MSG Ray McCall at

(808) 655-4802 / (808) 226-9327 or email

ray.mccall@us.army.mil

Hope to see you there!

MARTIN LUTHER KING JRObservances

MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2010; 9 am: The 22nd Annual Parade will travel down KalakauaAvenue from Magic Island and culminates with a post-parade Unity Rally at Kapiolani Park. After the parade, the bandstand comes alive all day with stellar music and entertainment. There wil be

great local & ethnic foods, a children’s playground, community booths and other vendors. Hawaii’s parade is truly “the people’s parade”. In 2009, over 50 units and some 1000 people marched or

rode in the parade, many thousands watched from the sidewalks and buildings in Waikiki and an estimated 3000 attended the 2009 post-parade celebration

FRIDAY, JANUARY 15, 2010; 12 Noon: The Royal Hawaiian Band (RHB) Concert at IolaniPalace is dedicated to Queen Liliuokalani and Dr. King. The RHB under the direction of

Bandmaster Michael Nakasone, was founded in 1836 by King Kamehameha III and is one of the last living links to Hawaii’s monarchy. Now an agency of the City & County of Honolulu, the RHB is

the only full-time municipal band in the United States.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 15, 2010; 5:30 pm: Annual Candlelight & Bell Ringing Ceremony at Honolulu’s Nagasaki Peace Bell on the grounds of Honolulu Hale; Lauhala and Beretania Streets We celebrate this solemn event on Dr. King’s actual birthday (January 15, 1929-April 4, 1968). Dr.

King said, “There will be the day when all of God’s children will be able to sing with a new meaning, “My country, ’tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died,

land of the pilgrim’s pride, from every mountainside, let freedom ring.” We will again make a resounding noise with our bell ringing to proclaim the fundamental importance of freedom in our

own lives, in our island, our nation, and our world. And we will ring out to call attention to the insensitivity, injustice, and inequality that curtails freedom and happiness throughout society. While

our actions are symbolic, they have tremendous potential. We invite you to join in this wonderful work beginning today. Make freedom ring!

. www.mlk‐hawaii.com

S u n M o n T u e W e d T h u F r i S a t

Legend Relocation Money Management Army Volunteer Program Home & Family Life EFMP Employment Readiness * Multiple day course SB– Schofield Barracks FS– Fort Shafter, Bldg 1599 AMR– Aliamanu Military Reservation

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HAPPY NEW YEAR’S ACS Closed

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3 4 Magic 123 Parenting 0800-1200 ACS SB New Born Care #1 0900-1100 SB Yano Library

5 New Born Care #1 0900-1100 AMR CC Positive Psychology– Release Relax & Let Go 1130-1230 ACS SB

6 Maintaining Your Checkbook 0900-1030 SB ACS All About Credit 1030-1200 SB ACS AFTB Level I 0900-1230 FS Flats* Baby Massage1400-1600 AMR CC Positive Psychology– Release Relax & Let Go 1200-1300 AMR CC

7 First Term Financial Training 0800-1600 TAMC, D Wing AFTB Level I 0900-1230 FS Flats* Newcomers Hoike 0900-1400 Baby Massage 1400-1600 ACS SB Positive Psychology– Release Relax & Let Go 1200-1300 Kalakaua CC

8 Employment Orientation 0900-1030 SB ACS Potty Training 0900-1100 ACS SB

9 Newcomers Island Tour 0800 SB ACS

10 11 First Term Financial Train-ing 0830-1600 SB ACS New Born Care #2 0900-1100 SB Library Positive Psychology– Recognizing the Power Within 1130-1230 ACS SB

12 New Born Care #2 0900-1100 AMR CC

13 Money Management 0900-1030 SB ACS Secrets of Car Buying 1030-1200 SB ACS Autism Support Group 1730-2000 SB Main Chapel Umeke Ka’eo (Hawaiian Culture Class) 1800-2000 SB ACS

14 AFTB Level I 0900-1230 SB ACS* Newcomers Hoike 0900-1400 Positive Psychology– Recognizing the Power Within 1200-1300 Kalakaua CC

15 Employment Orientation 0900-1030 SB ACS AFTB Level I 0900-1230 SB ACS*

16 Daddy Boot Camp 0900-1200 ACS SB

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MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY ACS Closed

19 Share Support Group 1730-2000 AMR Chapel Volunteer Management Informa-tion System (VMIS) Training 0900-1100 SB ACS Positive Psychology– Tickle Your Funny Bone 1130-1230 ACS SB

20 Newcomers Island Tour 0800 FS Flats Maintaining Your Checkbook 0900-1030 SB ACS Understanding Insurance & Scams 1030-1200 SB ACS Umeke Ka’eo (Hawaiian Culture Class) 1800-2000 SB ACS

21 First Term Financial Training 0800-1600 FS Flats New Parent Resource Workshop 1400-1600 SGT Yano Library, SB Positive Psychology– Tickle Your Funny Bone 1200-1300 AMR CC Anger Management 1300-1430 AMR CC 1500-1630 ACS SB EFMP Bowling 1800-2000, SB Bowl-ing Center

22 Employment Orientation 0900-1030 SB ACS

23 Newcomers Island Tour 0800 SB ACS

24/31 25 First Term Financial Train-ing 0830-1600 SB ACS Breast Feeding Basics 0900-1100 SGT Yano Library, SB AFTB Instructor Training 1715-2100 SB ACS* Positive Psychology– You Are a Priority 1130-1230 ACS SB

26 Breast Feeding Basics 0900-1100 AMR CC AFTB Instructor Training 1715-2100 SB ACS* Volunteer Management Informa-tion System (VMIS) Training 0900-1100 SB ACS

27 Understanding your Tax Benefit 0900-1030 SB ACS Money Management 1030-1200 SB ACS Positive Psychology– Recognizing the Power Within 1200-1300 ACS SB New Parent Resource Workshop 1400-1600 AMR CC AFTB Instructor Training 1715-2100 SB ACS* Share Support Group 1800-2000 SB Main Chapel

28 Newcomers Hoike 0900-1400 AFTB Instructor Training 1715-2100 SB ACS* EFMP Bowling 1800-2000, FS Bowl-ing Center

29 Employment Orientation 0900-1030 SB ACS Home Alone Awareness Class 0900-1400 AMR CC

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January Bldg 127 A Krukowski TAMC Phone: 808-438-4499 Monday-Friday 0730-1600

2091 Kolekole Ave Schofield Barracks, HI Phone: 655-4227 Monday-Friday 0730-1630

Family Strong Series ACS has teamed up with TAMC, SB Health Clinic and chaplains to bring you the best in preparation for all phases of deployment. Check out the brochure on the ACS welcome webpage via www.mwrarmyhawaii.com and contact your FRSA, FRG leader, Commander, CSM or 1SG today!

Classes When and Where You Want It Our ACS classes are available at the time and location that is most convenient for you! To register go to mwrarmyhawaii.com, click on ACS and then go to class of your choice.

Mobilization & Deployment Readiness Deployment is tough on everyone, but with the proper type of training you can develop better resiliency and understanding for the challenges that Families face before during and after deployment.

Relocation Readiness Are you inbound or outbound? Let relocation readiness work with you to ease you into your transition. Newcomers don’t forget to check out our FREE Island Tour and get up to speed with the culture with Umeke Ka’eo

Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Raises awareness among Service and Family Members to prevent intimate partner vio-lence and child abuse by improving Families through education and prevention.

FAP Education Team Provides practical, interactive classes that focus on enhancing life skills and promoting resiliency

New Parent Support Program (NPSP) Offers support and services to Families with children 0-3 years old. Whether you are a new family or have just had a newborn check out our classes to make the most out of parenting.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Offers support to Family members who have special needs. Join any of our support groups or participate in any of our exciting bowling or swimming activities.

Army Volunteer Corps Are you looking for a meaningful way to con-tribute to your Army community? Check out the many opportunities available.

Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) The train of change is rolling out, are you on board? Enhance your standard of living by submitting your issue today!

Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Army life can be a jungle; how do you navi-gate? Join AFTB to share your tips and learn new ones in our 3 phase program that pro-motes understanding of the Army life, resil-iency and development of the leader within.

Employment Readiness Are you looking for a job? Have you maxi-mized your education potential? Employment specialists are available to provide resume critiques and give up to date information on educational benefits and opportunities

Financial Readiness How secure are you in your financial future? Our financial specialists are available to help you budget, invest for the future, walk you through credit repair and so much more!

Class Descriptions Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Level I,II, III: Join our multi-phase workshops to learn how to navigate the jungle out there, aka as Army life! Start with the basics and build the leader within All About Credit: Learn how to establish good credit and the impact that bad credit can have on your life and your career Anger Management: This workshop provides information about the basic mechanisms of anger and how to manage it. Autism Support Group: Support group for Soldiers and Family members with an Autistic member of their family. Both locations offer a 5:30 dinner and discussion . Childcare is provided, CYS registration is required. Baby Massage: Babies are intuitive, and their sense of touch highly developed. The time spent massaging your baby greatly increases your communication and helps you to understand your baby's moods, needs, desires and expressions. Breastfeeding Basics: Join us as we learn about getting started with breastfeeding, overcoming challenges and the importance of breastfeeding for your baby. Checkbook Maintenance: Join us to learn the basics of checkbook balancing and take hold of your checkbook balancing act Daddy Bootcamp: Parenting class for dads or soon to be dads to learn how to care for their newborn by a father EFMP Bowling: This is a free activity for special needs Families, the whole family can attend not just the EFMP member. EFMP enrollment and event sign-up are required. EFMP Swimming: This is a free activity for special needs Families, the whole family can attend, not just the EFMP member. EFMP enrollment and event sign-up are required Employment Orientation: If you are looking for a job this course is a must. Learn about job searching and how to develop a resume First Term Financial Training: Mandatory training that teaches financial basics, self reliance and personal responsibility through proper financial planning and increased financial literacy Home Alone Awareness Class: For children aged 9-11 who are preparing to stay at home alone Magic 1-2-3 Parenting for Children Ages 2-12: The program was developed by Thomas W. Phelan, PhD, for parents of chil-dren ages 2-12 and offers a humorous look at parenting, with a serious look at discipline. Maintaining Your Checkbook: Learn the basics of checkbook balancing and take hold of your checkbook balancing act Money Management: Learn basic tools for financial success through developing a spending plan, reducing expenses and making your paycheck work for you Newborn Care I and II: Taking care of a newborn for the first time can be scary. From holding, to diapering, to bathing, come learn the basics of newborn care. Newcomers Hoike: All new Soldiers and Families are invited to join us at the Nehelani for a warm Aloha welcome and community information Newcomers Island Tour: FREE tour for Soldiers and Family members that are new to the island New Parent Support Program - Resource Workshop: Resource Group Workshop provides important information on the Nur-turing Parent curriculum, resources, prevention of shaken baby syndrome and basic newborn care. Seating is limited to the first 20 participants. Positive Psychology: Learn to refocus your energy to stress less through humor, hope and optimism Potty Training Your Toddler: Learn all about potty training your child to include tips and signs that your child is ready. Secrets of Car Buying: Learn how to negotiate the best deal and how much you can afford. SHARE Support Group: EFMP support group that focuses on various special needs and encourages Sharing Hints, Accomplish-ments, Resources and Encouragement. Both locations offer a 5:30pm dinner and discussion. Childcare is provided, CYS registra-tion is required. Stress Solutions: Don’t let stress get you down, learn tips on how to identify and manage your stress levels. Umeke Ka’eo: If you want to learn more about Hawaiian culture, don’t miss this new workshop. Children over 6 are welcome! Understanding Insurance and Financial Scams: Gain info on various types of information and scams that are out there. Understanding Your Tax Benefit: Gain a better understanding of your tax benefits and how you can keep more of your money! Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS): Learn how to record your volunteer hours and carry your experience with you

Contact Army Community Service at 655-4227 or 438-4499 to find out more about our classes or go to mwrarmyhawaii.com for 24/7 registration under class calendar

Computer Lab Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday 0730-2100

Tuesday & Thursday 1230-2100 Saturday 0900-1600

7 Habits of Highly Effective Military Families Workshop

4-5 February 0800-1600

Santa Fe Community Center Interactive workshop for couples that focuses on: -Speaker-listener techniques

-Building a family mission statement & tradi-tions

-Learning practical skills for dealing with financial issues

-Problem solving and goal creation

-Abandoning unhealthy behaviors

Childcare provided call 655-5314 to register with CYSS and to secure your slot for the day of the workshop.

For more information about the workshop call 655-4779

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Kindermusik

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Excursion to

Chuck E. Cheese

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Armed Services YMCA AMR 1875 Aliamanu Dr., Honolulu, HI 96818

PHONE: 833-1185 EMAIL: asymcaamr@aol.com

JANUARY 2010 www.asymcahi.org

PLAYMORNING SITE SCHEDULE Mondays Moanalua Community Center AMR ASYMCA Branch Hickam Community Center Tuesdays Pearl City Community Center Ford Island -Landing Housing Playground Wednesdays AMR ASYMCA Branch Hickam Community Center Thursdays Pearl City Community Center Fridays Moanalua Community Center AMR ASYMCA Branch

UP COMING EVENTS: • ASYMCA/AMR P.M. resumes—Jan 4th • NO Kindermusik—Jan 7th (will resume Jan 14th) • ASYMCA/AMR Closed—-Jan 18th (in observance

of Martin Luther King Jr. Day) • Excursion to Chuck E. Cheese—Jan 29th Information on these events will be out at the appropri-ate times. 96050 59593

***ALL PLAYMORNINGS ARE FROM 9:30-11:00 AM EXCEPT HICKAM WHICH IS 10:00-11:30.

PLAYMORNING A mobile playgroup in community centers and parks for moms, dads, child-care providers, and children 0-5 years old. Play-morning encourages learning, sharing, self-help skills and fun! Parent and child participation required. The program is open to all military family members. Please see calendar on opposite side for sites and times of Playmornings. Program fee is $1.00 per child per visit.

KINDERMUSIK Kindermusik gives young children the opportunity to learn about the world around them using pretend play, singing, dancing and musical concepts. Classes meet on Thursdays: 18mos to 3 at 9:15-10:00 and 3 to 5 at 10:30 to 11:30 at the ASYMCA AMR Community Center. Cost is $4 per child per class.

Call 833-1185 for more information.

WELCOME BABY & ME An infant only Playmorning at the ASYMCA AMR every Tuesday from 8:30-10:30am for infants 0-12 months and their parent(s). Infants will have the opportunity to develop fine and large motor skill through play, socialize with other infants and enjoy quality time with parents. Program fee is $1.00 per infant per visit. Please call Kehau Bice at 833-1185 for more info.

CHILDREN’S WAITING ROOM The Children’s Waiting Room is a place where you can drop off your children if you have a doctor’s appointment. RESER-VATIONS REQUIRED. The hours of the waiting room are Monday thru Friday from 8am to 12noon.. Donations are ac-cepted to help support the program. To make a reservation, please call: 833-1185—Tripler CWR 624-5645—Schofield Clinic CWR FOOD FOR FAMILIES The Armed Service YMCA AMR, in conjunction with the Ha-waii Food Bank, provides food for families who are in severe need of assistance due to unforeseen circumstances. For more information please call the ASYMCA AMR at 833-1185 or ASYMCA Pearl Harbor at 473-3398.

TOPS-Take Off Pounds meets every Wednesday evening at ASYMCA AMR Branch. Call Delcie at 623-1403 for info FREE FOOD & NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM Come and gain knowledge and learn skills to help improve the nutrition intake of your family. You will also learn how to manage your food budget and even go home with some free recipes. Sessions are made up of four classes which will be on the following dates: Feb.1st, Feb 22nd, March 1st and March 15th from 11am to 12noon at the Moanalua Com-munity Center. Free childcare available. Please call 833-1185 for more info. Taught by Jayne Brennan of the U of H.

ITS NOT TO LATE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR THE: CHUCK E. CHEESE EXCURSION: Great time is to be had by all! Bring the children out for fun and pizza on Friday, January 29th, 2010 from 9:30am to 11am. The cost per person is $6.50. Cost includes 2 slices of pizza, fruit punch and 12 tokens. Space is limited so reserve your spot now! Please see your coordinator for more details or call 833-1185. Deadline for payment is Friday, January 22nd. NO LATE PAYMENTS

WILL BE ACCEPTED!

GLOW PUTT EXCURSION! Bring the kids out to show their putting skills and have some fun on Friday, February 26th from 9am to 10:30am at Glow Putt located at Windward Mall. The cost is $7.00 per person which includes the excursion fee and a snack that will be provided by us. Meet at the Glow Putt entrance at 8:45am . Deadline for payment is no later than Fri. February 5th. See your coordinator for more details or call 833-1185. NO LATE PAYMENTS WILL BE

ACCEPTED!

Armed Services YMCA AMR 1875 Aliamanu Dr., Honolulu, HI 96818

PHONE: 833-1185 EMAIL: asymcaamr@aol.com

JANUARY 2010 ACTIVITIES www.asymcahi.org

US ARMY GARRISON, OAHU

ONE TEAM, ONE FIGHT!

FREE Ladies Golf Clinic

2:30 -3:30 p.m.1st Saturday of each month.

Located at the Driving Range.

Call 655-4653 to sign up.

US ARMY GARRISON, OAHU

ONE TEAM, ONE FIGHT!

Outdoor Recreation

Jan. 9: Adventure Surfing Trip

Jan. 10: “Big Surf Watch” Biking Trip

Jan. 12: Big Game Fishing Lure Making Class

Jan. 15: Kualoa Ranch Horseback Riding

Jan. 17: “Big Surf Watch” Biking Trip

Jan. 19: “Tournament Fisherman” Fresh Water Fishing Class

Jan. 23: Fresh Water Fishing Tournament

Jan. 24: “Big Surf Watch” Biking Trip

Jan. 25: Big Game Fishing Lure Making Class

Jan. 30: NOAA Whale Counting

PLUS: Weekly dive certification classes!

Call 655-0143 today!

Adventure Programs

Learn Holistic Stress Management Techniques and

Evidence-based Strategies for Mind, Body & Spirit

POSI

TIVE

PSY

CHOL

OGY

Humor

Stress Awareness Tools

Practical Exercises for Anger Management

Psychology of Hope & Optimism

Learn the art of Optimism and Positive Psychology to Build

Resiliency and Reduce Stress!

Week 1: RELEASE, RELAX, AND LET GO. Learn basic relaxation techniques to help reduce stress -05 Jan from 1130-1230 at ACS SB -06 Jan from 1200-1300 at AMR CC -07 Jan from 1200-1300 at Kalakaua CC

Week 2: RECOGNIZING THE POWER WITHIN: Discussing and utilizing techniques dealing with personal affirmations and reframing to aid you in recognizing that you have the power to make positive change in your life -11 Jan from 1130-1230 at ACS SB -14 Jan from 1200-1300 at Kalakaua CC

Week 3: TICKLE YOUR FUNNY BONE: Techniques using humor to reduce stress -19 Jan from 1130-1230 at ACS SB -21 Jan from 1200-1300 at AMR CC

Week 4: YOU ARE A PRIORITY! Learn the technique of boundary setting and time management. -25 Jan from 1130-1230 at ACS SB -27 Jan from 1200-1300 at AMR CC

*For more information call Deidra Saina at 655-1670

127 A Krukowski Tripler Army Medical Center Phone: 808-438-4499 Fax: 808-438-4489 Www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

Army Community Service

2091 Kolekole Ave Schofield Barracks Phone: 808-655-4227 Fax: 808-655-1654 www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

US ARMY GARRISON, OAHU

ONE TEAM, ONE FIGHT!

Now Serving Papa John’s Pizza(By the Slice or Whole Pizzas)

Coming Soon!Grilled Plate Lunches

&

Deli Case Selections

Call 438-1974 for more information!

New “Grab & Go” Lunch Options at the Hale Ikena & Mulligan’s!

Child and Youth & School Services (CYS Services) continues to offer a Parent’s Night Out to

Families in our military community. Reservations will be accepted on a first come first serve basis at

the Registration Office or any CDC/SAS center. To enroll in Parent’s Night Out, children must be

registered with CYS Services no later than Wednesday at noon prior to the event

Reservations may be taken as early as the Monday after the previous event.

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT SCHEDULE

AND SIGN UP SCHEDULE

HOURS: 1800 – 2300

FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

E-5 and below - $20 for one child E6 and above - $25.00 for one child

$5.00 each additional child $5.00 each additional child

Children should have had their supper prior to arriving. No outside food is allowed. A snack will be

served. Children ages 6 weeks through 12 years are welcome. CYS Services registration is required, and

all children must have a current negative TB Tine (12 months and older) and up-to-date shot records at the

time of reservation. Spaces are limited, so come by the CYS Services Registration Office no later than

noon on the Wednesday prior to the Parent’s Night Out. All children must wear closed toe and back shoes

(no sling backs). Please bring your own blankets and/or pillows as it gets cold in the center.

HOURS: 1800 – 2300 To register, please call one of the CYS Services Registration Offices listed below.

Schofield Barracks Aliamanu Military Reservation CYS Services Registration Office CYS Services Registration Office

#655-5314 #833-5393

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Elton John with his percussionist Ray CooperWednesday, January 6 Time: 8:00 PM  or Saturday Jan 9Concert Performances typically lasts 1‐1/2 hours to 2 hours ‐ end times posted on our calendar are all estimated. There are no guarantees on performance length. Sale Date: Saturday, December 59:00 AM Description: TICKETS GO ON SALE FOR THE 2ND PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2009 AT 9 A.M. Ticket Prices: ARENA AND LOGES = $157.00LOGE 9 & 14 AND UPPER LEVEL = $97.00UPPER LEVEL = $67.00

Bill Cosby Friday, January 15 Time: 6:30 PM ‐ 9:00 PM or 9:30 – 12am$35‐Balc Q‐S  GROUP DISCOUNT AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 15 OR MORE DONE AT BLAISDELL BOX OFFICE ONLY.  10% OFF ALL TICKET PRICES. $58, $45 & $31.50 RESPECTIVELYPRE SALE TICKETS GO ON SALE WED, OCT 21 AT 9AM WITH PASSWORD THROUGH INTERNET ONLY

Al GreenSaturday, January 23 Time: 8:00 PM Concert Performances typically lasts 1‐1/2 hours to 2 hours ‐ end times posted on our calendar are all estimated. There are  

no guarantees on performance length.  DOORS: 7PM Ticket Prices: $99.50‐AA, BB, CC, ROW 1‐10        $79.50‐AA, BB, CC, ROW 11‐16, RISERS & LOGES    $69.50‐AA, BB, CC, ROW 17 AND BACK   $49.50‐RISER, SECTION D & TUPPER LEVEL NOT AVAILABLE 

Brian McKnight Sunday, February 14 Time: 7:30 PM ‐ 10:00 PM Sale Date: Friday, December 49:00 AM Description: DISCOUNTS:MILITARY‐10% OFF ALL TICKET PRICES WITH ID. LIMIT 2.

NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO SALE OF TICKETS FOR THE UPPER LEVEL Ticket Prices: $125.00 ‐ AA,BB,CC ROW 1‐10$100.‐ AA,BB,CC ROW 11‐16, RISER F,G,N,P & LOGES$75.00 ‐ AA,BB,CC ROW 17 & BACK, RISER A,B,C,E,S$45.00 ‐ RISER D&T 

Concert Calendar: Jan/Feb 2010Concert Calendar: Jan/Feb 2010

Ate Too ManyHoliday Treats? Make a New Year’s Resolution to lose weight and become a healthier you!

January 4, 2010 – April 1, 2010Registration Fee: $5. All Fees will go directly into program incentives.Eligibility: Active Duty Soldiers, Retired Soldiers, other military working or residing on an Army Installation, National Guardsmen, Army Reservists and their adult Family Members, DOD and AAFES civilians (to include DOD contractors) that work on an Army installation on the island of Oahu are eligible. Entry Time: Anytime after Jan 4, 2010 at the Fort Shafter Physical Fitness Center.Rules: Winners will be selected based on the percentage of body fat lost throughout the contest period.

If you have any questions, please call the FS PFC staff at 438-1152.

www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

For more information or to register call 655-0112 or 655-0113.Deadline to register is January 29.

www.mwrarmyhawaii.com www.bluestarcardhawaii.com

Tuesday, February 2, 2010 8:00 - 11:30 am

Join us for our latest hike on the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail. Free round-trip transportation is available and will

be leaving from Schofield Bowling Center Parking lot. All ages are welcome and this hike will take place along a paved path.

This hike is considered a 1 star rating. (5 star scale)

As of January 1, 2010, Blue Star Card holders can now check out 4 DVDs or CDs from the Army Libraries instead of 3! Present your valid Blue Star Card upon check out to receive this benefit. The US Army

Hawaii Libraries provide services and materials in a variety of formats to support the information, education, and recreation needs of the Hawaii

Army community. The main library, SGT Yano, is located at Schofield Barracks. Branch libraries are located at Fort Shafter and Aliamanu

Military Reservation.

For more information on library programs please call 655-8002. For more information on the Blue Star Card program please call

655-0002 or visit www.bluestarcardhawaii.com.

As of January 1, 2010, Blue Star Card holders can now check out 4 DVDs or CDs from the Army Libraries instead of 3! Present your valid Blue Star Card upon check out to receive this benefit. The US Army

Hawaii Libraries provide services and materials in a variety of formats to support the information, education, and recreation needs of the Hawaii

Army community. The main library, SGT Yano, is located at Schofield Barracks. Branch libraries are located at Fort Shafter and Aliamanu

Military Reservation.

For more information on library programs please call 655-8002. For more information on the Blue Star Card program please call

655-0002 or visit www.bluestarcardhawaii.com.

Family Members of Deployed Soldiers are invited to create a Valentine card to send to their Soldier. Bring your creativity and we

will supply the materials.

Wednesday, January 27 2010 2:00-4:00 PMSGT Yano Library, Bldg 560, Schofield Barracks.

For more information on library programs call 655-8002. For more information on Blue Star Programs call 655-0002.

www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

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Bunco! at the Tropics,

January 22, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

It’s Bunco Time! Come celebrate another month of deployment complete with your Blue Star Card friends on Friday, January 22 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Tropics. Bunco is a fun dice game and is a great for socializing! It’s also very easy and quick to learn, if you don’t know how to play. Light pupus and childcare will be provided.

For more information, to reserve childcare, or to reserve your space please call 655-0112/3

by January 18.

Big R: Countdown to Redeployment

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BLUE STAR CARD PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT:

Do you have a great idea for the next Blue Star Card Event? If so, let us know! Send an email to sarah.chadwick@us.army.mil with your ideas.

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Spouses of deployed Soldiers are eligible to sign up for a Blue Star Card, which will give you discounts at FMWR facilities, activities and special events. Your Blue Star Card will be valid throughout the entire deployment. To get your card, visit Army Community Service on Schofield Barracks or Tripler Army Medical Center.

Blue Star Card Email List Are you a Blue Star Card holder but not receiving FMWR email updates? If so please email sarah.chadwick@us.army.mil so we can register your email address for Blue Star Card updates.

Schofield Barracks ACS, BLDG 2091M, W, F 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.T, TH 12:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Phone: 655-4227

Tripler Army Medical Center ACS, BLDG 127 AM-F 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Phone: 438-4499

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BIG Big R: Bunco!, January 22 – Tropics,

Schofield BarracksIt’s Bunco Time! Come celebrate another month of deployment complete with your Blue Star Card friends on Friday, January 22 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Tropics. Bunco is a fun dice game and is great for socializing! It’s also very easy and quick to learn, if you don’t know how to play. Light pupus and childcare will be provided. For more information or to register for this event, please call 655-0112/3. Deadline to register for this event is January 18. Create-a-Card, January 27 – Sgt Yano Library, Schofield BarracksFamily Members of Deployed Soldiers are invited to create a Valentine card to send to their Soldier on Wednesday, January 27, from 2:00-4:00 pm at SGT.Yano Library, Bldg 560, Schofield Barracks. Bring your creativity and we will supply the materials! For more information on library programs call 655-8002. Walk off the Wait, February 2 – Makapu’u LighthouseJoin us on our latest hike for Blue Star Card holders at the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail, Tuesday, February 2. Free transportation will be leaving from the Schofield Barracks Bowling Center parking lot at 8:00 am and returning around 11:30 pm. All ages are welcome and this hike will take place along a paved path. Strollers are welcome too! For more information or to register call 655-0112/3. Deadline to register for this event is January 29.

Pampered Princess Little Girl’s Day Spa Discount!Pampered Princess will be offering a special discount to Blue Star Card holders this holiday season! Pamper your princesses with a “Princess Makeover” during the months of December and January to take advantage of the Blue Star Card two for one discount. Princess Makeovers are $50.00 + tax and include: glitzy nails, bubble footbaths, stylin’ hair, makeup and face painting. Pampered Princess is located in Harbor Center, 98-029 Hekaha St., Bldg. 5, Suite #45, Aiea. Gift certificates are also available. For more information or to book your appointment call 741-6111 or visit www.pamperedprincesshawaii.com.A Special Note to Blue Star Card holders Whose Soldiers Have Recently ReturnedCONGRATULATIONS!! We are so happy to have your Soldiers home! We would like to thank each one of you for your service here at home during this deployment. We know that it’s not an easy task, but we truly appreciate the sacrifices you’ve made and the dedication you have shown to your Soldiers and country. Once your Soldier returns, your Blue Star Card is no longer valid and all benefits cease, with exception to the 16 free hours of respite care provided through CYS Services. This benefit will extend up to 60 days after your Soldier returns. Additionally, we would like to thank you all for your participation in the Blue Star Card program. Your support of the program ensures that the benefits and activities provided through the program will remain strong. In an effort to continue to meet the needs of our Families, we would love to receive your feedback on the program. Please visit http://www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/support-services/survey-central to complete a short survey on the Blue Star Card program or email your comments to Sarah.Chadwick@us.army.mil.

What’s coming up in the month of February:February 2: Walk off the WaitFebruary 15: Great Aloha RunFebruary 16: Big R: Countdown to RedeploymentFebruary 25: Theatre Night

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Blue Star Card holders can now check out 4 DVDs or CDs from the Army Libraries instead of 3! Present your valid Blue Star Card upon check out to receive this benefit. The US Army Hawaii Libraries provide services and materials in a variety of formats to support the information, education, and recreation needs of the Hawaii Army community. The main library, SGT Yano, is located at Schofield Barracks. Branch libraries are located at Fort Shafter and Aliamanu Military Reservation. For more information on library programs please call 655-8002. For more information on the Blue Star Card program please call 655-0002 or visit www.bluestarcardhawaii.com.

We want your feedback! Visit http://www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/survey_central.asp and take the Blue Star Card Survey. Your feedback can help us improve our program and provide activities you would enjoy the most.

For more information on Deployment, Special Events, Activities, Blue Star Card and FMWR facilities log onto www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

Helpful Phone NumbersACS/AER (808) 655-4227ACS Toll Free (877) 406-2148Military Police (808) 655-5555

Military Information (808) 449-7110FMWR Deployment Program Information

(808) 655-0002

Health and Fitness Center Kids on Site Information:The Kids on Site care for the Health and Fitness center will remain free for valid Blue Star Card holders, Mon.-Fri., 8-11 a.m., at Kaala Community Activities Center, Bldg. 556. Registration is required. For more information please call 655-8313.

A-maze-ing Star Teasers

A little information for Spouses with children. Parents Night Out Parent’s Night Out will be held January 9 (AMR CDC), and January 23 (Schofield CDC and Bennett Youth Center). For more information on Parent’s Night Out or to make a reservation, call the Schofield Barracks CYS Services Registration Office at 655-5314 or the AMR Registration Office at 833-5393.

Keiki Question of the month: My New Year’s resolution is to be a little more active. I would like to go to the fitness center during the day while my older children are in school, although I still need to find childcare for my pre-toddler. Does Child, Youth & School Services have such a program? Answer: CYSS Kids on Site Program offers daily fitness childcare Monday - Friday from 8:00 – 11:00 am. This childcare is available only for children who are able to walk on their own. Infants are NOT able to be accommodated at this location. The childcare is located in the Ka’ala Fitness Care room, on the lanai of Bldg 566, across from Martinez Gym. For Blue Star Card holders, the childcare is FREE of cost and does not count against the 16 free hours of hourly care. For those who are not current Blue Star Card holders, the cost is the standard CYSS hourly rate of $4.00 per hour. Reservations for fitness care are made on a weekly basis. For more information or to sign your children up for Kids on Site Ka’ala Fitness Care, please call the Kids on Site office at 655-8628.

If you have a question pertaining to care for your children you would like answered, please do not hesitate to email Dawn.l.hatico@us.army.mil. All questions submitted will be answered anonymously. Each month, one question will be selected at random for publication.

Star Recipe of the Month:

Do you have a favorite recipe you would like to share with fellow Blue

Star Card holders? If so, let us know! Please send your submissions to

sarah.chadwick@us.army.mil. Each month, a new recipe will be selected for publication. The Blue Star Card

holder who submits the lucky recipe chosen will have the option to have

their name published with their culinary creation.

INGREDIENTS• Smallpowdereddonut

• Powdereddonuthole

• Blackandorangedecorator’sgel

• Pretzelorpotatostick

• HavilandThinMint

• Reese’speanutbuttercupminis

DIRECTIONS1. Set a powdered donut hole on top of a mini powdered donut. For a tallerversion,useapretzelstickor potatosticktosecureasecond donutholeontopofthefirst donut hole.

2.Usedecorators’geltoaddaface, buttons,andacarrotnose.

3.Toaddatophattoashortersnowman, stickasmallpieceofapretzelorpotato stickthroughaHavilandThinMintand intoaReese’speanutbuttercupmini, then secure the hat in place on the snowman.

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It’s a brand new year! To help you get goin’ we’ve come up with special 2010 wish list. Fill out and put it up in your room. Cross off the items that you complete throughout the year!

Big R: Bunco!

January 22 – Tropics, Schofield Barracks

It’s Bunco Time! Come celebrate another month of deployment complete with your Blue Star

Card friends on Friday, January 22 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Tropics. Bunco is a fun dice

game and is a great for socializing! It’s also very easy and quick to learn, if you don’t know how

to play. Light pupus and childcare will be provided. For more information or to register for this

event, please call 655-0112/3. Deadline to register for this event is January 18.

Create-a-Card

January 27 – Sgt Yano Library, Schofield Barracks

Family Members of Deployed Soldiers are invited to create a Valentine card to send to their

Soldier on Wednesday, January 27, from 2:00-4:00 pm at Sgt Yano Library, Bldg 560, Schofield

Barracks. Bring your creativity and we will supply the materials! For more information on

library programs call 655-8002, for more information on the Blue Star Card program call 655-

0002.

Walk off the Wait

February 2 – Makapu’u Lighthouse

Join us on our latest hike for Blue Star Card holders at the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail, Tuesday,

February 2. Free transportation will be leaving from the Schofield Barracks Bowling Center

parking lot at 8:00 am and returning around 11:30 am. All ages are welcome and this hike will

take place along a paved path. Strollers are welcome too! For more information or to register

call 655-0112/3. Deadline to register for this event is January 29.

Pampered Princess Little Girl's Day Spa Discount!

Pampered Princess will be offering a special discount to Blue Star Card holders this holiday

season! Pamper your princesses with a "Princess Makeover" during the months of December

and January to take advantage of the Blue Star Card two for one discount. Princess Makeovers

are $50.00 + tax and include: glitzy nails, bubble footbaths, stylin' hair, makeup and face

painting. Pampered Princess is located in Harbor Center, 98-029 Hekaha St., Bldg. 5, Suite #45,

Aiea. Gift certificates are also available. For more information or to book your appointment call

741-6111 or visit www.pamperedprincesshawaii.com.

A Special Note to Blue Star Card holders Whose Soldiers Have Recently Returned

CONGRATULATIONS!! We are so happy to have your Soldiers home! We would like to

thank each one of you for your service here at home during this deployment. We know that it’s

not an easy task, but we truly appreciate the sacrifices you’ve made and the dedication you have

shown to your Soldiers and country. Once your Soldier returns, your Blue Star Card is no longer

valid and all benefits cease, with exception to the 16 free hours of respite care provided through

CYS Services. This benefit will extend up to 60 days after your Soldier returns.

Additionally, we would like to thank you all for your participation in the Blue Star Card

program. Your support of the program ensures that the benefits and activities provided through

the program will remain strong. In an effort to continue to meet the needs of our Families, we

would love to receive your feedback on the program. Please visit

http://www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/support-services/survey-central to complete a short survey on

the Blue Star Card program or email your comments to Sarah.Chadwick@us.army.mil.

NEW BLUE STAR CARD BENEFIT!

Blue Star Card holders can now check out 4 DVDs or CDs from the Army Libraries instead of 3!

Present your valid Blue Star Card upon check out to receive this benefit. The US Army Hawaii

Libraries provide services and materials in a variety of formats to support the information,

education, and recreation needs of the Hawaii Army community. The main library, SGT Yano, is

located at Schofield Barracks. Branch libraries are located at Fort Shafter and Aliamanu Military

Reservation. For more information on library programs please call 655-8002. For more

information on the Blue Star Card program please call 655-0002 or visit

www.bluestarcardhawaii.com.

SPECIAL BLUE STAR CARD DISCOUNTS

Pampered Princess Little Girl's Day Spa Discount!

Pampered Princess will be offering a special discount to Blue Star Card holders this holiday

season! Pamper your princesses with a "Princess Makeover" during the months of December

and January to take advantage of the Blue Star Card two for one discount. Princess Makeovers

are $50.00 + tax and include: glitzy nails, bubble footbaths, stylin' hair, makeup and face

painting. Pampered Princess is located in Harbor Center, 98-029 Hekaha St., Bldg. 5, Suite #45,

Aiea. Gift certificates are also available. For more information or to book your appointment call

741-6111 or visit www.pamperedprincesshawaii.com.