T N A L I G I V E TH VOICE 205th MI BN Volume 3, Issue 36 Week ending 4 November 2011 Inside this issue:
BDE/BN Info MWR Info. ACS Info. Misc Info.
1-9 10-20 21-28 29-43
Special Points of Interest:
BN Info, pp 1-9
Pro Bowl tickets, p 20
Veteran’s Day Specials, p 27
Attachments: SIMS Newsletter
“Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true.” -Leon J. Suenes The contents of this binder are strictly for informational purposes and does not imply endorsement of any private or commercial organization by the 205th MI BN, 500th MI BDE, INSCOM or the Department of the Army.
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BN POCs: CH (CPT) Lee @ sang.lee4@mi.army.mil SGT Ghalieh@ susan.ghalieh@mi.army.mil Jessica Bode @ jessica.bode1@mi.army.mil
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BN FRG 90 Day Calendar October
November
December
7-10 Oct: Columbus Day Training Holiday
4-6 Nov: Ward Center’s 9 Dec: HHD ChristFestival of Giving mas Party; TBD
11 Oct: BN FRG SCM
8 Nov: BN FRG SCM
9-11 Dec: Strong Bonds
14 Oct: BN Blood Drive 9 Nov: C Co. Lunch 14 Oct: HHD FRG Bake Plate Fundraiser; BN Sale Classroom @1130
13 Dec: BN FRG SCM
25 Oct: Welcome Brief; 11-14 Nov: Veteran’s BN Conf. Rm. @ 1600 Day Training Holiday
15 Dec: BN Hail and Farewell; A CO
27 Oct: HHD FRG 16 Nov: A Co FRG Safety Meeting w/ HPD; MTG; BN Classroom @ Ft. Shafter Community 1130 Center; 1300 18 Nov: Turkey Trot 5K 27 Oct: BN Hail and @ Barber’s Point Farewell; HHD
16 Dec: A Co. Christmas Party; Ft. Shafter Bowling Alley
23 Nov: Turkey Bowl; Takata Field @ 0900
Dec: C Co. Christmas Party; TBD 23-26 Dec: Christmas Training Holiday
24-27 Nov: Thanksgiv- 30 Dec: New Year’s ing Day Training Holi- Day Training Holiday day 28 Nov: Welcome Brief; BN Conf. Rm. @ 1600
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2011 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. HICKAM ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER VENDORS NEEDED!!!
Live Entertainment Original Art and Crafts New Food Booths Youth Activities Bounce House Horse Rides Raku Kiln, Wood, Pottery and Craft Demos Games & Prizes
FREE and open to the public 335 Kuntz Ave., Bldg. 1889 Access via Elliott St. and Kuntz Gate; can also ride The Bus #19 For information, call 448-9907 ext 101
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Starting Wednesday, January 4, 2012 Schofield Barracks Middle School/Teen Center (SBMSTC) will be providing Free After-School Bus Transportation from Wahiawa Middle School to the Center. The Center currently transports from Wheeler Middle, Mililani and Leilehua High Schools. All students are required to be current registered CYSS members . All students are also required to have a bus waiver signed with SBMSTC. Students must show Bus Pass to be allowed on SBMSTC buses. Students can be registered at Central Registration located at 241 Hewitt St, 655-8380. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the SB MSTC, 2251 McMahon Rd at 655-0451.
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LAUHALA WEAVING WORKSHOP Join us and learn the traditional art of weaving leaves of the hala tree that Hawaiians use in creating wonderful crafts including hats, purses, and other accessories. During the class, attendees will learn the history of the art, harvesting and preparing hala leaves, as well as weaving techniques! The class also includes a hands-on activity where you can create your own lauhala bracelet! When: Wednesday, November 16, 2011; 5:30 pm Where: Aliamanu Military Reservation (AMR) Community Center(182 Kauhini Rd, Bldg 1788) Seats are limited! To register or for more information, contact the Native Hawaiian Liaison Office at (808) 655-9694 or email nhliaison@gmail.com.
HULU "FEATHERWORK" WORKSHOP Hulu manu, or bird feathers, were among the most esteemed and cherished belongings of Native Hawaiians. Rare feathers were used to create capes, helmets, leis and hair ornaments, including priceless items such as Kamehameha I's 'ahu'ula (feather cloak). Join us in this workshop and learn the history and art of hulu, and create your very own hulu hair accessory! When: Wednesday, December 7th at 5:30 pm Where: Aliamanu Military Reservation (AMR) Community Center(182 Kauhini Rd, Bldg 1788) Seats are limited! To register or for more information, contact the Native Hawaiian Liaison Office at (808) 655-9694 or email nhliaison@gmail.com.
LEI - MAKING WORKSHOP Join us for an interactive workshop on Hawaiian flower lei-making! The presentation includes a brief history
of the craft, an introduction to the various types of lei, and detailed instructions in making your very own flower lei! The event is free and all materials will be provided. When: Wednesday, November 30, 2011; 5:30 pm Where: Aliamanu Military Reservation (AMR) Community Center (182 Kauhini Rd, Bldg 1788) Seats are limited! To register or for more information, contact the Native Hawaiian Liaison Office at (808) 655-9694 or email nhliaison@gmail.com.
NIU "COCONUT" WEAVING WORKSHOP The coconut, since its introduction to Hawaii by Polynesian voyagers, has been a significant crop to the Native Hawaiian people due to its versatility in use. The class will cover the history of coconut in Hawaii and share its various uses. Learn how to make specific items like bracelets, hats or headbands using coconut palm fronds. The Niu Weaving class will be headed by Mr. Pita Sala, a Native cultural practitioner and a member of the Honolulu Hawaiian Civic Club. When: Wednesday, December 14, 2011; 5:30 pm Where: Aliamanu Military Reservation (AMR) Community Center(182 Kauhini Rd, Bldg 1788) Seats are limited! To register or for more information, contact the Native Hawaiian Liaison Office at (808) 655-9694 or email nhliaison@gmail.com.
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Serving the USAG-HI Community
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USAG-HI COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER November 2011 1. FAMILY AND MORALE, WELFARE AND RECREATION (FMWR) 2 November Texas Hold’em at the Hale Ikena Test your poker playing skills at Texas Hold’Em at the Hale Ikena. Enjoy great food and drink specials while playing for great prizes. Call 438-1974 for more information. 3 November Theatre Thursdays at the SGT Yano Library Learn the basics of stage acting in our newly expanded theatre program for youth ages 12 and up and adults, to be offered weekly. Meetings will be held 3, 10 and 17 November and 1, 8, and 15 December from 1600 to1730. Share and learn about theatre through improvisation, puppetry, production and more. Call 655-8002 for more information or to register. Walk-ins are welcome. 3 November Texas Hold’em at the Tropics’ Warrior Zone Join us every Thursday for poker at the Tropics’ Warrior Zone, Schofield Barracks. The FUN starts at 1800. All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome; it’s FREE with no buy in. Save the dates of 3, 10 and 17November. Call 655-5698 for more information. 4 November Country Style Right Arm Night at the Hale Ikena Come out and enjoy country music and southern-style bar-b-que and play in the Texas Hold’Em poker tournament for prizes! Tickets are available at the Hale Ikena for $5 in advance or $8 at the door (November 4). Please call 438-1974 for more information. 5 November 2012 NFL Pro Bowl Tickets Pre-sale tickets will be available at the Schofield Barracks ITR Office on 5 November beginning at 0900. Tickets will be sold on a first come, first serve basis with a limit of 6 tickets per person on first day of sale. Ticket purchaser must have a military ID card and be 18 years of age or older to purchase. Purchaser must be in line, no stand-ins. 5 November Ladies Golf Clinic Every first Saturday of the month, the Leilehua Golf Course holds a free ladies golf clinic from 1330 to 1500. For more information, please call 655-4653. 12 November Read to the Dogs at the SGT Yano Library Our volunteer therapy and service dogs are non-judgmental and comforting to children who need to practice their reading and improve their fluency. Children who are able to read on their own can sign up for a 15-minute session to read to a dog on 12 November and 10 December. Pre-registration is required. 12 November Turkey Bowl Workshop at the Schofield Arts and Crafts Center
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On 12 November, come in between 0900 and1400 to create your ceramic turkey bowl for the holidays. The $18 charge includes supplies. For more information or to register please call 655-4202. 15 November Christmas Tree Craft at all Army Libraries Get in the mood for Christmas! Join us at the AMR Library on 15 November, SGT Yano Library on 16 November and the Fort Shafter Library on 17 November. These free sessions are open to all 12 years and older and are from 1730 to 1830. 15 November Children’s Book Club at the SGT Yano Library Children ages 8 thru12 are welcome to join the discussion of popular books. The book club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1530 to 1630. Our first meeting will be on 15 November. Children will select the book for the club and we will read it together. 17 November Keiki Craft Night at the Hale Ikena Bring out the Martha Stewart in you and bring your kids to keiki craft night at Hale Ikena. Enjoy making a different craft with your kids every month while tasting some delicious food at the Hale Ikena. Call 438-1974 for more information. 19 November Christmas Card Workshop at the Schofield Arts and Crafts Center Stop by the Schofield Arts and Crafts Center on 19 November, 0930 to 1200, to create your holiday card. The cost is only $6 per card or 3 for $15. 22 November Origami at the SGT Yano Library Teens! Want to make funky, cool, origami objects? Come to the library on 22 November at 1600 to learn the basic techniques of Japanese paper folding. You will have the chance to make several items and take them home to display and show to your friends. Please call 6558002 for more information or to register. November and December Afterschool at the SGT Yano Library Elementary age children are invited to hear Native American Tales on 23 November and the Polar Express on 14 December from 1500 to 1545. 23 November EDGE Teen Stand-Up Paddleboard Teens, the outdoor recreation personnel can help you in the water with a stand-up paddleboard lesson on 23 November, from 1330 to 1730. For more information or to register please call 6550143. 29 November Teen Video Makin at the SGT Yano Library Join us at the SGT Yano Library to make a video of your time in Hawaii to share with your family and friends. Bring your digital photos and make a DVD. This free program will take place on 29 November from 1500 to 1700. Call the library for info or to register. Space is limited, so registration is required. Call 655-8002. 1 December Letter Writing to Santa at the Fort Shafter Library 2
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On 1 December, from 1530 to 1630 come to the Fort Shafter Library and write your letter to Santa. All supplies will be provided. Please call 438-9521 for more information. 1 December All Army Sports Men and women can register for Boxing (entry deadline is 1 December) and Cross Country (entry deadline is 10 December). For more information please call 655-0856. 3 December AMR Holiday Fun Fest Enjoy lots of food, fun, entertainment and take pictures with Santa on 3 December, 0900 to 1300. 6 and 8 December Holiday Tree Lighting Come out for light refreshments and entertainment during this annual tree lighting ceremony on 6 December on historic Palm Circle, Fort Shafter and 8 December at Schofield Barracks. Activities begin at 1700 at both locations. Come and take pictures with Santa and get in the holiday spirit! For more information please call 655-0111/5. 6 December Home Made Holidays at the SGT Yano Library Join us on 6 December from 1400 to 1600 as we make and decorate mini gift boxes that you can fill with your special gifts. 12 December New Year Softball Tournament It’s time to get in gear and put your game face on. The New Year Softball Tournament entry deadline is 12 December and tournament dates are 3 thru 13 January. The Basketball Tournament will run from 17 January thru 30 March and the entry deadline is 6 January. For more information please call 655-0856. Ongoing November Activities Fort Shafter Cosmic Bowling Cosmic Bowling starts at 1500 on Saturdays and 1300 on Sundays at the Fort Shafter Bowling Center. Cosmic Bowling is perfect for birthday parties, celebrations and more! Friday Night Entertainment Series Enjoy live entertainment each Friday night at the Kolekole Bar and Grill. From Latin and HipHop to Open Mic nights, there’s something for everyone! Call 655-0664 for more information. BLUE STAR CARD ACTIVITIES FOR SPOUSES OF DEPLOYED SOLDIERS Walk off the Wait On 8 November, join in the Blue Star Card hike at Maakua Ridge Trail on the windward side of Oahu. Transportation will leave from the Schofield Barracks bowling center parking lot at 0830 and return around 1300. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register call 655-0002 or email Amanda.P.Montgomery.nafatmail.mil. Paper Lei Making 3
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On 8 November at the Kaena Community Center, 1700 to 2000, enjoy an evening of lei making. A Blue Star Card family will host the evening and demonstrate how to make a simple paper lei for your returning Soldier. After you make your Soldier's lei, stay and help make ones for single Soldiers who do not have families welcoming them home during upcoming welcome home ceremonies. Light refreshments will be served while supplies last. Blue Star Card holders will receive double punches on their SUPERSTAR card! Blue Star Card Bake Off and Coupon Exchange On 15 November from 1000 to 1200, at the Aliamanu Community Center, join the first monthly Bake Off and Coupon Exchange presented by the Blue Star Card Program. Show off your baking skills with a dessert featuring this month's key ingredient, cranberries. If you don’t bake, just come out to trade coupons with your BSC pals, sample the treats, and vote for the best tasting! The winner will be next month's featured recipe. For more information or to let us know you are coming call 655-0002 or email Amanda.P.Montgomery.nafatmail.mil. Family Fun Activities, Ornament Painting On 16 November at the Schofield Barracks Arts and Crafts, countdown another month of deployment by painting Christmas ornaments in preparation for the upcoming holiday season! This event is giving Blue Star Card Families a chance to see what the new Family Fun Activities will be like each month and is a fun activity at an MWR facility for the whole family to enjoy. As always, FREE Papa John's pizza will be served! To register call 655-0111 or email kalelakini.k.keao.nafatmail.mil. There are two times available, (1600 to 1800 and 1800 to 2000), but space is limited. Animoto On 17 November, at the SGT Yano Library, create quick and easy videos to share with your Soldier or loved ones? Bring your digital photos (approximately 30-50 pictures) to the SGT Yano Library at 0915 to learn how to use Animoto. Animoto allows people to make professional looking videos with images and music. It's a great way to make use of your digital photos! Spaces for this class are limited. To reserve your space or for additional information, contact Amanda.P.Montgomery.nafatmail.mil or call 655-0002. BLUE STAR CARD PROGRAM INFORMATION: Blue Star Card and Blue Star Card SUPERSTAR Punch Card The Blue Star Card is a FMWR deployment discount card for Spouses of deployed Soldiers. The card offers Spouses discounts at FMWR facilities, activities and special events. Blue Star Cards are valid throughout the entire deployment. For a full list of Blue Star benefits visit the website at www.bluestarcardhawaii.com. The SUPERSTAR punch card is a recent Blue Star Card initiative. If you attend Blue Star Card events, you will receive a Blue Star Card SUPERSTAR punch card. After attending 10 Blue Star Card events and filling up your punch card, you will receive a FREE Blue Star Card t-shirt! Blue Star Card Event No-Show Policy Starting 1 February, 2011, the Blue Star Card program implemented an event no-show policy. If you register for a Blue Star Card event and cannot attend the event, you must cancel your 4
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reservation by 1200 the day before the event. If you fail to cancel your reservation and do not attend, you will be considered a no-show, which will result in you automatically being wait-listed for the next month’s events. It is our goal to include as many Blue Star Card holders as possible in our events, by implementing this policy; we hope to achieve this goal. The Blue Star Card Printer Station has moved to Fort Shafter The Blue Star Card printer station has moved from Tripler ACS to Fort Shafter ACS. Eligible patrons in the Fort Shafter/AMR/TAMC area will need to go to Fort Shafter ACS located at the Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Bldg 330, Clark Road, to get a Blue Star Card. The printer station at Schofield Barracks ACS is still available and unaffected by this move. Regular Blue Star Card registration requirements still apply. If you have any questions about the move, please contact Amanda.P.Montgomery.nafatmail.mil or call 655-0002. Blue Star Card is on Facebook Stay current on all of the upcoming Blue Star Card special events and activities, RSVP online to attend events, view event photos and tag your friends with special Blue Star Card stickers. Find us and friend us today! Health and Fitness Center STACC Site Information The STACC site for the Health and Fitness center will remain free for valid Blue Star Card Holders, Monday thru Friday, 0800 to 1100, at the Kaala Community Activities Center, Bldg. 556. Registration is required. For more information please call 655-8313. Deploying Units FMWR is available to come to your pre-deployment FRG meetings to explain the benefits of the Blue Star Card program and to answer questions. Please call 655-0002 for more information or to set up a meeting. Blue Star Card Email List Are you a Blue Star Card holder but not receiving FMWR email updates? If so, please email Amanda.P.Montgomery.nafatmail.mil so we can register your email address for Blue Star Card updates. 2. ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Army Community Service Closure The Army Community Service Schofield Barracks, ACS Fort Shafter Aloha Center, and ACS Training Center Bldg 647 will be closed from 1130 to1630 on 9 December 2011 for staff Inservice Training/Holiday Event. Emergency contact numbers are: (808) 624-SAFE (7233) for Domestic Violence/Victim Advocate; (808) 226-3231 for AER; and (808) 222-7088 for MFLC. Family Advocacy Program FAP Prevention and Education will offer Scream Free Parenting throughout the month of November at ACS, Bldg 2091, Schofield Barracks from 1800 to 1930. This is a four-part parenting curriculum that focuses on helping parents stay calm and connected to their children so they can create loving and meaningful relationships. Scream Free Parenting is the principle5
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based relationship approach that has already brought peace to thousands of Military Families. For more information please call Ernest Jackson at 655-0613 or 655-0669. Classes are 2, 9, 16 and 30 November, 1800 to 1930, at ACS, Bldg 2091, Schofield Barracks. 1st Time Dads and Boot Camp for New Dads Join in this one-hour introductory session for new dads to learn more about Boot Camp for New Dads. Please bring your brown bag lunch and join us on 16 November, 1200 to 1300, building 647, Lewis Street, Schofield Barracks and then join us on 19 November from 0900 to 1230 at the Aloha Center, Ft Shafter for Boot Camp for New Dads, a unique father-to-be workshop that has been recognized as the premier program for new fathers worldwide to prepare and equip "Rookie Dads" to become confidently engaged and connected with their newborn. Come learn and have fun with live babies and Empathy Bellies. Call John Ahokovi at 655-0608/0669/4227 for more information. Anger Awareness In our 1-hour interactive class you can learn useful techniques to cope with feelings of anger and keep temper under control. Join us on 17 November from 1500 to1630 at ACS, SB. Call Ernest Jackson at 655-0613/0669 for more information. EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP): Schofield Barracks Programs ACS EFMP continues their partnership with the Community Chaplains and the Children’s Community Council to offer Autism Support Group and Down Syndrome Support Group meetings. These groups provide Families with an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information and become knowledgeable about community resources. The next Autism Support Group meeting will be 9 November, 1815 to 1930 at the Schofield Barracks Chapel and the next Down Syndrome Support Group meeting will be 2 November, 1815 to 1930 at the Schofield Barracks Chapel. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4777 or 655-1551 for more information. Fort Shafter/AMR Programs Fort Shafter ACS EFMP continues their partnership with the Community Chaplains to offer a Down Syndrome Support Group (Welcome to Holland) and an Autism Support Group (Welcome to Holland). These groups provide Families with an opportunity to share experiences, gather new information and become knowledgeable about community resources. ACS Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) also offers a Share Support Group for EFMP Families. The groups will provide Families with an opportunity to share experiences gather new information and become more knowledgeable about community resources. The next meeting is 15 November, 1815 to 1930 at the AMR Chapel. Contact ACS EFMP at 655-4777 or 655-1551 for more information. Workshops: “Feel in Control of Self, Environment, Children” 6
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1 November, 1800 to 2000 (1730 – Free Dinner; Free Child Care – requires CDC registration prior to care) at AMR Chapel “Build Your Ability to Keep Yourself Calm” 8 November, 1815 to 1930 (1730 – Free Dinner; Free Child Care – requires CDC registration prior to care) at AMR Chapel “Keep Your Sense of Humor” 6 December, 1800 to 2000 (1730 – Free Dinner; Free Child Care – requires CDC registration prior to care) at AMR Chapel “Keep Your Sense of Humor” 13 December, 1815 to 1930 (1730 – Free Dinner; Free Child Care – requires CDC registration prior to care) at AMR Chapel SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES (SOS) The next Survivor Support Group meetings will be on 8 November and 13 December, 1730 to 2000, at the SOS Center, Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Room 111, Bldg 330. Call 438-9285 for more information and / or to participate. Friday with Friends Scrapbooking and crafting memories will meet from 0900 to 1200 on 18 November and 9 and 23 December. The group will meet at the SOS Center within the Fort Shafter Aloha Center, Room 111, Bldg 330. Call 438-9285 to learn more and / or to participate. Special SOS Events (organized by Survivors / Family Members): Survivor Holiday Ornament Making, 22 November, 1730 to 2000 Survivor Holiday Potluck and Tree Lighting, 30 November, 1730 to 2030 MONEY MATTERS First Term Financial Training This is a mandatory program of instruction for First Term Soldiers offered every Monday (except Federal Holidays) and focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal responsibility. The goal is to encourage Soldiers and Families to understand their personal finances and learn tools for financial success. Soldiers must bring an EOM LES. A certificate is awarded to each participant who completes the 8 hours of instruction. Call 6554227 for more information. Upcoming classes will be on 7, 14, 21 and 28 November, 0830 to 1600 and 5, 12, and 19 December, 0830 to 1600 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 for more information. Money Management This class focuses on the core concepts of personal finances. Learn how budgeting, credit and investing fit in to your overall financial plan and take away the “Steps to Financial Success.” Upcoming classes will be 2 November, 1000 to 1130 and 7 December, 1000 to 1130 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 for more information. Managing Your Paycheck 7
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Are you sick of living paycheck to paycheck? This class will help you develop a budget, track expenses, and create a system to save and pay your bills on time. Please bring a copy of your LES and a list of bills. Upcoming classes will be 9 November, 1000 to 1130 and 14 December, 1000 to 1130 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 for more information. Your Credit Report and Score This class will help you increase your credit score and understand how lenders see you and to know where you stand before making a large purchase. Bring one copy of your credit report from: www.annualcreditreport.com. Classes will be on 16 November, 1000 to 1130 and 21 December, 1000 to 1130 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 for more information. Basic Investing and TSP The best time to start investing is NOW! Learn the basics of the Thrift Savings Plan and other investment options including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Upcoming classes are 23 November, 1000 to 1130 and 28 December, 1000 to 1130 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 for more information. PreDeployment Financial Planning Deployments are cause for stress, but planning ahead can ease your mind. Learn how to prepare your finances for deployment and make the best of your extra entitlements. The next class is scheduled for 30 November, 1000 to 1130 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 for more information. WORK AND CAREERS 10 Steps to a Federal Resume Seminar Understanding the federal writing system can be difficult. Learn how to search USAJOBS and how to apply for a specific job. Examples of federal resumes will be given in this class as a guide to help you while you write your own. Classes are scheduled for 17 and 18 November, 0900 to 1100 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Civilian Resume Writing Learn how to tailor your resume for a civilian sector job, gain helpful tips on job searching in the civilian sector and how to prepare for an interview. The next class date is 24 November, 0900 to 1030 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 to register today. Employment Orientation Get employment information on Federal, State, private sector and staffing agencies. Check out the reference materials, job listings, computers, etc., that are always available for use. Classes are scheduled for 25 November, 0900 to 1030 and 2, 16, 23 and 30 December, 0900 to 1030 at the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service. Call 655-4227 to register today. RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM: 8
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Newcomer's Orientation Ho'ike If you are new to Hawaii, come and join the fun at our Ho’ike to learn about ACS services and programs, community resources, Hawaiian culture and customs. The Ho’ike at the Schofield Barracks Nehelani Club is complimented with a FREE luncheon provided by FMWR. Orientation dates are 3, 10, 17 November, 0900 to 1230 at the Schofield Barracks Nehelani Club and 9 and 30 November, 0900 to 1130 at the 1LT Brostrom Community Center, 225 Austin Road, Bldg 1064, Fort Shafter. For more information or to register call 655-4227. ACS Island Tour If you are new to the Hawaii come and spend a day in Paradise on our free ACS Island Tour which leaves from the Schofield Barracks Army Community Service at 0800 on 12 or 19 November and returns by 1600. Seating is limited so call 655-4227 to make reservations. Sponsorship Training: Helping sponsors understand that good sponsorship can make a difference in helping Soldiers and Families make a smooth transition to Hawaii. The Relocation Readiness team is available to provide you with tips and resources. Call 655-4227 for more information or to schedule Sponsorship Training. Fort Shafter Aloha Center ACS Offices Announcement Though we have had to reduce staff, our ACS and SOS offices will strive to continue providing services for our South side units, Soldiers and Families. Information, Referral and Relocation along with our Financial Readiness and AER staff continue to be available and to provide the initial in-processing and EFMP paperwork. Classes will continue to be held with personnel from both Schofield and Fort Shafter. We apologize for any inconvenience and our staff would like to say Mahalo for your understanding and support. ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) Whether you are new to the Army or have been around awhile we have something for everyone. We even have opportunities for you to become a part of the AFTB team as a volunteer! AFTB is designed to introduce you to the military lifestyle and also serves as a “refresher” course for what to expect even if you’ve been around the Army for a while! You will learn the ropes, share experiences, increase your knowledge about the Army lifestyle, and meet new people. Levels II and III are all about personal growth and merging as the newest leader in your community. Learn the language, learn how to get into your community and get involved. Call Ferne Conroy, ACS AFTB Program Manager at 655-0671 or email her at ferne.r.conroy.civatmail.mil to register. AFTB Level I Class time, date, location: 1 thru 2 November, 0900 to 1300, Schofield Barracks Army Community Service, Building 2091 4 November, 0800 to 1600, NCO Academy, Higgins Road AFTB Level II Class time, date, location: 15 thru 16 and 22 thru 23November, 1700 to 2100, Schofield Barracks Army Community Service, Building 2091 AFTB Level III Class time, date, location: 6 thru 8December, 1700 to 2100, Schofield Barracks Army Community Service, Building 2091 9
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AFTB Instructor Trainer Course Class date, time, location: 1 thru 4 and 7November, 1700 to 2100, Schofield Barracks Army Community Service, Building 2091 SOLDIER and FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC): Small Business Seminar A Small Business Seminar is scheduled for 15 November, 1700 to 1930, at the SFAC Building 692, Schofield Barracks. SCORE premier source of small business advice and mentoring in America offers their free services to Wounded Soldiers and their Families. POC is Ms. Elaine Kono at 655-8532. Spouses Support Group A Spouse Seminar Group meeting is scheduled for 13 December, 1700 to 2000, at the SFAC Building 692, Schofield Barracks. The Spouses Support Group is all about Wounded Soldier spouses coming together and supporting each other. POC is Roddy Sueoka at 655-7158 or 655-7171. This program is for WT spouses only. Social Security Disability Social Security disability benefit meetings are set for 18 November and 9 and 16 December, 1000 to 1300, at the SFAC Building 692, Schofield Barracks. This program is for WTs assigned to Warrior Transition Unit. Social Security representatives will visit the SFAC twice a month to assist Wounded Soldiers file Social Security Disability claims for their injuries. Lei Making for Veterans Day Volunteers are welcome to come and join the Wounded Soldiers make leis to honor all Veterans who have died in the line of duty on 9 November, 1300 to 1630, at the SFAC Building 692, Schofield Barracks. Flowers can be dropped off at anytime on 9 November at building 692, Schofield Barracks. 3. White House Request - Children Holiday Cards The First Lady, Michelle Obama, is asking military children from around the globe to personally contribute to the finishing touches on the White House decorations this holiday season. She is specifically requesting military children to submit 5x8" handmade holiday cards with words of appreciation for their military parents, as well as pictures and drawings. The White House will display as many of the cards as possible. Participants are asked to submit their holiday cards by 16 November and to be sure to include their name, address, and other relevant information. Cards should be mailed to the following address: Reservation 1 Attn: Social Office PO Box 8070 Washington DC, 20032
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4. ARMED SERVICES YMCA WHEELER (Tammy Ray, 624-5645) 1262 Santos Dumont Ave, WAAF Our office is open Monday through Friday from 0800 to 1400 and at other times by appointment. Warrior Ohana Medical Clinic Monday to Friday, 0800 to 1200 Call 808-624-5645 for reservations Schofield Health Clinic Monday to Friday, 0800 to 1200 and 1300 to 1600 Call 808-624-5645 for reservations Tripler Hospital Monday to Friday, 0800 to 1200 and 1300 to 1500 Call 808-833-1185 5. MISC INFORMATION The Oahu North SIMS meets the first Monday of each month, 0900 to 1030 at the Nehelani and the SIMS South meets the first Wednesday of each month from 0900 to 1000 at the Hale Ikena. This meeting last approximately one hour and all spouses are welcome to attend in order to get updates on monthly happenings! We do ask that arrangements be made for childcare in order to hold the meeting to that hour timeframe. 6. SCHEDULED EVENTS The next meeting of the Oahu South Community PXmarket and Hale Ikena Advisory Meeting is Wednesday, 2 November, 1015 to 1115, Hale Ikena, FS. The 2012 meeting schedule is: 1 February 12 2 May 12 1 August 12 7 November 12 Oahu North ONCD PX/Commissary/Nehelani Advisory Council will be on 5 December, 1015 at the Nehelani. 7. NEWSLETTER AND MEETING INFORMATION Websites: This Newsletter is also available on the Division Website at www.25idl.army.mil and the 8th TSC Website at www.usarpac.army.mil/8tsc/index.html; look at the left column, under “spouses information”. Email Article Submissions by the 3rd Friday of every month to: Brenda.a.naki.civ.@mail.mil 11
USAG-HI COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
November 2011
Next SIMS North Meeting: Monday, 5 December 2011, 0900 to 1030, Nehelani. Please send any related concerns/changes to MAJ Scott Vial at Scott.Vial@us.army.mil. Spouse Information Meeting POC for North is MAJ Scott Vial at Scott.Vial@us.army.mil. Next SIMS South Meeting: Wednesday, 7 December 2011, 0900 to 1000, Hale Ikena. Please send any related concerns/changes to Leighton Siu at Leighton.siu@us.army.mil. Spouse Information Meeting POC for South is Ms. Linda Keller at Linda.keller@us.army.mil.
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