Monster Mash
Halloween party tips from a pro
Bibbety, bobbety, boo!
Trending ideas for kids Halloween transformations
Brain Health
Healthy brain for a healthy body
OCTOBER 2019
Learn the latest Halloween party tips from a pro — Page 5 Photos courtesy of Abigail Parker
ABOUT THE COVER Joeten Superstore has this year's top Halloween costumes for kids. Photo by D&R Visuals
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October events
4-6 Monster Mash
Halloween party tips from a pro
8-9 On Saipan
Darts the way we like it
11-12 Featured Event
Annual trick-or-treat at Joeten-Kiyu Public Library
14-15 Bibbety, Bobbety, Boo!
Trending ideas for kids' Halloween transformations
18-20 Health
Healthy brain for a healthy body
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The brain hemorrhage
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OCTOBER EVENTS Chief Taga Day Festival When: Oct. 3 to Oct. 6 Time: Thurs 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fri 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., Sat and Sun 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. Where: Tinian Fiesta Ground Cost: Free Come out for Gineptin Ha‘anen Taga — Chief Taga Day Festival — to celebrate one of the most recognizable figures in Marianas history and legend. In Chamorro mythology, Taga was known to possess superhuman strength, uprooting a coconut tree as a young child to catch a coconut crab and leaping from Rota to Tinian. Throughout the celebration there will be lectures, storytelling and cultural demonstrations, along with food demonstrations and live performances. Contact: Call Festival Chairman Joseph San Nicolas at 433-1802 or email email.joesntiq@gmail.com for more information. 2019 Day of Unity When: Oct. 5 Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Garapan Fishing Base Cost: Free The 2019 Day of Unity is a day of coming together to spread awareness on Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Enjoy fun family-friendly games, activities and amazing cultural performances. There will also be free giveaways throughout the day including #DVAM2019 t-shirts and other great prizes. Contact: For more information visit the @EndViolenceNMI Facebook page. 30th Annual Red Cross “Club 200” Fundraising Dinner When: Oct. 12 Time: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Where: Fiesta Resort & Spa Cost: $100 general admission; $150 VIP It's that time of year again! Come and support the Red Cross at this year’s Club 200. There will be tons of great prizes including this year's grand prize: a 2019 Toyota Rav4 LE! VIP tickets holders will receive a pass to the party of the year, reserved seating and a swag bag to take home. Contact: Tickets available at all Joeten locations, Herman's Bakery, AK Toyota or call the chapter at 234-3459 for a list of sellers near you. Halloween Hunter Moon Swim When: Oct. 13 Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Where: Guma Sakman Cost: $10 for Dolphin Club members; $20 for non-members Get ready for the last swim in 500 Sails – Dolphin Club Saipan’s Summer Fun – Open Water Series. Halloween Hunter Moon is a fun NIGHT swim that offers a .5k or 1k short distance swim. This swim takes place at the Guma Sakman (old 4-H building across from Marianas High School). Contact: For more information, email 500 Sails at info@500sails.org or on Facebook @500sails. First Annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest When: Oct. 26 Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Laulau Beach Cost: $10 entrance fee Exercise the creative side of your brain and enjoy a great dive with Green Flash Dive and Green Flash Mob. Use your skills to create a jack-o-lantern carved to celebrate the underwater realm or Halloween, your choice. Entrance comes with a chance to win Scubapro prizes. Deadline for registration is Oct. 24. Contact: Visit the @GreenFlashDive Facebook page for details. 8th Annual Trunk-Or-Treat When: Oct. 31 Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Where: Joeten-Kiyu Public Library Cost: Free Join us this Halloween for a family-friendly event where kids go trunk-to-trunk to get holiday goodies. Enjoy festive decorations and all-around fun. A face painting station will also be available for kids without costumes. Contact: For more information contact the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library at 235-7322. Marianas Monster Mash When: Oct. 31 Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: American Memorial Park to Garapan Street Market Cost: Free Come out for an evening of ghoulish fun, starting with a “rock, roll and dance” parade from American Memorial Park to the Garapan Street Market. At the end of the parade route visit Halloween Row where vendors will be handing out festive treats. Festivities will also include a costume contest and the announcement of the Scarecrow Show winner! Contact: For more information, visit the @dccamarianas Facebook page.
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Monster Mash: HALLOWEEN PARTY TIPS FROM A PRO
By Wayne Chargualaf In the Northern Mariana Islands everybody loves any reason to throw a good party. So why not kick off the holiday season this October with a Halloween themed gettogether with friends, family and the kiddos? Abigail Parker, a professional event-planner and owner of Plumeria Events Saipan, gave us party-planning advice for those who’d like to have a macabre start to the holiday season. Although Plumeria Events focuses primarily on weddings, Parker enjoys applying her talents in her personal life as well. “I really love to hold themed events and parties, whether it’s Christmas, Halloween, or any holiday where you can get really decorative,” she says. According to Parker, one of the most important party planning rules is to understand who your party is for. Use more traditional Halloween decorations for children’s parties, she says. For adults, however, there is more leeway. “Usually I feel that with an adult party you can get kind of creative, you don't have to just stick with orange
pumpkins,” she says. “You can use colors like dark purple, black or a deep red. If you want to keep it on the light side — for instance, if it's a family party — you can have orange pumpkins everywhere and green little cut out monsters. Things like that.” Tying food into the decorations can help as well. “I think the most important thing is to pick a specific theme and kind of stick with it,” Parker says. “Themed snacks are a great way to add to the theme if you don’t have a lot of decorations.” Whether through food or decorations, Parker says you don’t need a lot of money to throw a great Halloween bash. “I get a lot of inspiration from things like Pinterest and magazines, but then I’ll give them a twist, which is especially important if you don’t have a lot of resources,” she says. “People will want to throw a themed party and say, ‘Oh, I have to order online from Party Galaxy’ or something, but you can get really creative on your own using a lot of the materials that are readily available on island.”
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PARKER'S HALLOWEEN DECORATION TIPS CANDY CORN CANDLES “Simple white candles wrapped in orange and yellow streamer paper.”
CANDLES AND TREE BRANCH FOR A CLASSY CENTERPIECE “This one could have a little island spin on it using beetlenut branches spray painted black.”
SPIDER HAND SOAP “I feel like your party takes on another level when you add decorations in the restroom or even your kitchen sink. This is so simple, you can find Halloween themed confetti in stores or online. Whether it's spiders, little pumpkins, witch hats, etc.”
SPIDER ICE CUBES “Along with the soaps, you can use your left-over confetti in your ice cubes to add a little festive detail to your drinks.”
DIY CUT OUT BATS “If you have a big blank wall this is a great and cheap idea.”
BLACK LACE CANDLES “Give your candles a spooky twist by wrapping it in black lace. You should be able to find black lace like this in rolls in stores, but if not, then for sure online.”
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ON SAIPAN
Photos courtesy of Warlee T. Ellama
DARTS THE WAY WE LIKE IT By Rianne Peredo The Saipan Electronic Darts Association prides itself on “being the premiere electronic dart league in [the] Northern Mariana Islands,” according to the Pacific Amusement Inc. website. However, the history behind the league’s origin is one that not everyone knows in the local community. The first electronic dart machines arrived in Saipan in 1993 at a bar called Mom’s Round Two, courtesy of Pacific Amusement Inc., according to SEDA. Paul Trombetta, president of Pacific Amusement, wanted to start a dart league like Guam’s for not only fun but to help local businesses. Saipan’s bar business was in a slump at the time. As more people became interested in the sport, its popularity on island grew and other businesses wanted the machines installed too. The first “inter-bar” competition was held between Rudolpho’s, Mom’s Round Two and Mogambo. In its early days, SEDA’s main sponsor was Castlemaine XXXX Beer, which provided trophies and promotional items. Currently, the main sponsors of the SEDA league are Marianas Pacific Distributor Inc. and Bud Light. Electronic dart boards use soft-tipped darts made of plastic as well as brass, nickel, silver, tungsten and copper. The SEDA league’s machines have onscreen scoring as well as through a companion app. The LED display on the
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machines make it easier to see in the dimmed lighting of bars and clubs. Darts is an easy game to play, but its mastery isn’t as simple. According to Dart Help, the game as people know it started in medieval England around the 14th century as a military past time. Soldiers would throw spearheads and other sharp objects into the bottoms of upturned wine casks to hone their aim and throwing skills. Soon afterward, cross-sectioned tree trunks were used. The tree’s growth rings served as the first template for modernday dart boards. In 1896, Brian Gamlin, a carpenter from Lancanshire, invented the numbering system found on dart boards today. However, the sport did not become widely recognized until the 20th century with the establishment of the National Darts Association in 1924. According to Nice Darts, in order to play the game, players stand eight feet away from the machine and have three darts to throw in succession. One of the popular dart games is 301. Each player starts with 301 points and tries to get to zero by the end of the game. A player’s score stays at 301 until they hit a double in. Once a player has doubled in, they need to hit the largest number each turn.
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While shooting for an out, if a player throws their exact score, they start over. Also, a player can bust if they shoot a number larger than their current score. Currently, the SEDA league is run by James Gebhard, general manager of Pacific Amusement, and Warlee Ellama, league secretary. Ellama has been SEDA’s secretary since 2009. The league’s season lasts for about a year. “We start in February and end in September,” Ellama says. Ellama’s role as secretary is straightforward. “[I] gather all teams that wanted to join. I pass all score sheets into our application and post online. If there are problems, I solve them. I maintain the players’ fee — the money we use to collect, most of it goes toward the banquet. It’s held at [Pacific Islands Club Saipan] and is a one-day awarding. We do give individual trophies and include one for the company sponsor. The main sponsor is Marpac; we get the trophies from them,” he says. The effect on the local community has been positive overall since the sport involves teams and cooperation. “Meeting new friends, getting new friends because of the league. Money is not the main focus,” he says. Although the games within SEDA’s league are competitive, there is a policy against wagers and gambling. If an individual is caught engaging in such activities, it can result in disqualification from the league. But as an example of sportsmanship, one custom is that the loser of the game buys the winner a drink. This is usually decided on before the game begins. Team captains collaborate with Ellama and Gebhard to make sure that the league runs smoothly. Some of the venues for games include 6JMS Sports Bar & Grill, Jonny’s Bar & Grill, and 9Eleven Resto Bar. There are 44 teams and more than 300 active players participating in games all over the island Monday through Thursday. The league is made up of six divisions (Masters, A, B, C, Fanihi B, Flame Tree B). It is also the biggest sporting league on island. All individuals 21 years and older, regardless of skill level, are encouraged to participate. Registration involves submitting a form on the website pacificamusement.com/sedasignup, then paying the two fees — sponsor and player. The sponsor fee is $50 per team, while the player fee is $30 for the first team and $5 for each additional team. All payments must be paid in cash at the Pacific Amusement office located in Garapan. The SEDA league aims to promote not only the sport itself, but also “good will, sportsmanship and community service,” according to its website. Ellama also says that the sport brings many different types of people together. “Locals, Filipinos, Koreans, Japanese, all sorts of people.”
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FEATURED EVENT
Photos courtesy of the Omar Manacop
JOETEN-KIYU PUBLIC LIBRARY HOLDS 8TH ANNUAL TRUNK-OR-TREAT By Wayne Chargualaf The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library will become spook and specter central when it holds its eighth annual Trunk-Or-Treat in the library’s parking lot from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 31. Increasingly popular in recent years, trunk-or-treats are events where people gather to park their cars and decorate them so children can trick-or-treat from vehicle to vehicle. “Families can expect to attend a great event that is located in a safe, central location,” says Beth Demapan, technical services librarian and event organizer. Demapan says more than 20 people have volunteered to showcase and distribute their Halloween goodies for the community. Along with candy and other goodies, one of the best parts of a trunk-or-treat event is the decorations. Just as homeowners in a neighborhood transform their houses into scenes of ghastly and ghoulish fun, volunteers at the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library’s Trunk-OrTreat break out the skeletons and cobwebs to spook up their cars in the spirit of the holiday. “Our community partners always have fun decorating their cars,” Demapan says. “From 6-foot tarantulas, to SEPTEMBER 2019 11
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pop-up haunted houses, to the monstrous Abiyoyo, to the Incredible Hulk — there is always something fun and exciting to see.” The event regularly attracts about 3,000 attendees. This year’s Trunk-Or-Treat will also feature a face painting station for children who do not have a costume. The library will also provide costumes through Project Halloween Drop Off, in which the community can donate new or gently used costumes, bags, make up and accessories which the library will distribute to families in need the week before Halloween. “We believe that communities thrive at your public library,” Demapan says. “We started this event as a way to unite our community in a fun and positive way. One of our goals is to create safe, creative and inviting spaces where people can learn and grow, and we believe that the Trunk-o’-Treat is a great service for our community. The reaction from our community is always positive and welcoming.”
Photos courtesy of the Omar Manacop
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COVER FEATURE/BEAUTY
Bibbety, bobbety, boo! Trending ideas for kids' Halloween transformations
By Meghan Hickey There’s no higher anticipation for a kid than the “big question” of the fall — who is going to be what for Halloween?! Whether there’s a contest involved or just “cool kid points” and school pride, costume ideas click on the lightbulb of almost every kid’s imagination. To help parents get on board and on their kid’s level, check out some of the recommendations from costume suppliers on Saipan that are ready to take your Halloween to infinity — and beyond!
POPULAR MOVIE CHARACTERS Stay relevant by strapping on that backpack and plucking those colorful feathers for a Dora the Explorer or Angry Bird costume this year — your kids will be fit for the big screen! “Of course, popular will be if there’s a movie that’s [big] and we have the costume for a character — that will be selling [fast], especially for the kids,” says Alice Legaspi, staff member at National Office Supply.
COMICS AND SUPERHEROS Don a cape and mask and practice your most confident power stance for a timeless good versus evil battle for candy and fame with Marvel or DC superhero attire. “The most popular one I believe would be the Marvel — we used to have Iron Man but that sold out fast,” says Enrico Valdez, administrative staff at Joeten Superstore.
STAR WARS Go beyond time and space with a Star Wars costume, which was added to Joeten Superstore’s collection this year, according to Valdez. From Chewbacca to Darth Vader to Princess Leia, this costume will be a force to be reckoned with — no matter the side.
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“THE CLASSICS” Young parents might flash back to their own childhood when dressing their child for this 2019 trend! From The Powerpuff Girls to Toy Story to Aladdin or The Lion King, remade classics are also making a comeback to trickor- treating this Halloween. Looking for a simple way to dress this category? Legaspi says that you’ll fit right in as “pirates, princes [and princesses]” any day!
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BOOK WORMS There’s nothing that sparks the imagination more than a good book — so why not try out a character from one of your kid’s favorites? For popular and easy DIY costumes, try something from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" or "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" — or even better, something local like from "The Deep Blue Sea!"
There’s nothing cuter than a mini-me — and that goes even further when you’ve got a mini-me with a moustache! Clothing your child already owns can be fashioned into styles to the likes of Charlie Chaplin, Marie Curie, Marie Antoinette and more. Perfect for that history buff parent who doesn’t like to break the bank.
WHERE TO BUY COSTUMES ON SAIPAN JOETEN SUPERSTORE
OLEAI Open Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
NATIONAL OFFICE SUPPLY Garapan Open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Healthy brain FOR A HEALTHY BODY By Jackie Cahill
The brain is one of the most complex and fascinating aspects of the human body. It is the control center for all human thoughts and actions, and the storehouse for our memories. In a way, the brain is the physical manifestation of the personality, the self at its core. As such, brain health is essential for our day-to-day activities and is important to maintain as we age. There are numerous ways to help keep your noggin’ in tip top shape — below are BRM’s top tips.
FEED YOUR BRAIN
MOVE YOUR BODY
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, a healthy diet can help to maintain brain engagement as you age — time to stock up on brain food! A general rule of thumb is to try and stick with a diet full of real, unprocessed foods. HHS recommends eating a lot of fruits and veggies. Omega3s have also been proven to boost neuroprotective properties and can be found in foods such as walnuts, flax seeds and fatty fish like wild salmon.
Research has shown what’s good for your heart is also good for you brain. Just 30 minutes of walking a day has been proven to be beneficial to physical and brain health. According to HHS, exercise stimulates chemical changes in the brain that improve cognitive function. On top of that, physical activity promotes the release of certain hormones in the brain, such as serotonin, which positively impact mood.
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“The root of all health is the brain.” — Kurdish saying
MAKE TIME TO SOCIALIZE Spending time with friends and family is not only fun but can also help keep your ticker going strong. According to HHS, there is a causal link between socialization and neurological performance. Research has shown that people who socialize regularly have a decreased risk of dementia.
DRINK TEA Recent Harvard-led research has shown a link between tea drinking and brain health. The study says regular tea drinking has a positive effect on age-related decline in brain organization. This was found to be true for participants who drank black, oolong or green tea at least four times a week.
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KEEP LEARNING They say the best way to strengthen any muscle is to practice, practice, practice, and the same is true for your noodle. As we age, continued learning helps to keep the brain active and young. Try learning something new — like a foreign language or new hobby — or play daily puzzles to challenge yourself and keep your thinker on its toes. Try out our Saipan themed brain puzzle on the next page!
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6. Popular brand packed with local spirit (Tribe)
19. Golfers hotspot (LaoLao Bay)
16. This hoppy beer is a local fave (Hafa Adai IPA)
18. Water sport, not to be confused with hazing antics (Paddling)
14. A peaceful bluff (Banzai Cliff)
15. Local lunch hut (The Shack)
11. Seaside pathway (Beach Road)
13. You might run into Michael Corleone here (Godfather's Bar)
10. Mother nature’s allies in the NMI (MINA)
12. Perfect for tea or a beauty regimen (Noni)
5. Cook it up on the grill or stew it in coconut milk (Breadfruit)
9. Place to get your daily bread (Herman's)
4. Arts festival and sapling (Flame tree)
8. Blue and white frequent flyer (Kingfisher)
3. A family legacy and market (Joeten)
7. Homegrown fighting champ (Frank the Crank)
2. Seafood hang out in the buff at this local eatery (Naked Fish)
17. Found in tow during the Liberation Day Parade (Floats)
18. Water sport, not to be confused with hazing antics 15. Local lunch hut 13. You might run into Michael Corleone here 12. Perfect for tea or a beauty regimen
20. Building supports for ancient Chamorro people (Latte)
9. Place to get your daily bread 8. Blue and white frequent flyer 7. Homegrown fighting champ 6. Popular brand packed with local spirit
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SPOOKTACULAR DRINKS THE BRAIN HEMORRHAGE For a fun night on the town, Godfather’s Bar in Garapan is the perfect hotspot to crank up the party this Halloween. This October you can enjoy a special boo-zy concoction at the la cosa nostra inspired tavern: The Brain Hemorrhage. The look of it might give you goosebumps, but we guarantee it will delight your taste buds. Just beware, your Hollow’s Eve could become a bit darker once you sip on this one. Godfather’s Co-owner Scott Dottino shared the recipe with BRM.
INGREDIENTS • 1 oz. chilled peach schnapps • 1 tsp. Irish cream liquor • 1 splash chilled grenadine Pour schnapps into a shot glass. Very gently pour the Irish cream liquor over the schnapps. Wait for the liquor to start to curdle, giving it the appearance of a brain, then add a little “blood” by pouring a tiny amount of grenadine on top. Cheers witches!
Photo by D&R Visuals
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Photos by Marlon Regaton
The Women’s Affairs Office in collaboration with the Lady Dianne Torres Foundation held a Dress for Success event on Sept. 6 at the Pedro P. Tenorio Multi-Purpose Center in Susupe.
Photos courtesy of Konqer Sports
Finalists went head to head at the Konqer Enduro OCR Championship on Sept. 14 in Rota.
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Photos courtesy of the NMI Office of the Governor
Community members and government officials came out on Sept. 13 to beautify our islands during Micronesia Cleanup Day.
Photos courtesy of the NMI Office of the Governor
Festival goers celebrated the cultural diversity of the Marianas during the 5th Annual International Festival of Cultures held on Sept. 20 and Sept. 21 at Paseo de Marianas.
Photos by Mike Mafnas
All things coconut were celebrated at the Rota Coconut Festival on Sept. 13 and Sept. 14.
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Photos by D&R Visuals
The Micronesia Islands Nature Alliance held its 2019 Green Gala at the Fiesta Resort & Spa Saipan on Sept. 13.
Photos by Marlon Regaton
On Sept. 28 auto enthusiasts checked out the hottest new rides at the Car Show held at the Marianas Business Plaza.
For more On The Road photos, visit BRM's Facebook page. Submit your photos, with a caption, to assist_editor@glimpsesofguam.com.
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