Discovery Magazine

U.S. Army Garrison, HawaiiFamily and Morale, Welfare and Recreation

www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

March / April 2011

In Support of the Army Family Covenant

March / April 2011Volume 4 Issue 2

2-3What’s Happening!

4Sports & Fitness

5Army Family CovenantBlue Star Card Program

6Libraries

KMC

7TropicsBOSS

8Outdoor Recreation

Hale Koa

9Auto Skills Centers

10Dining

11Army GolfBowlingPilila’au

12Arts & Crafts Centers

ITR

13Child, Youth & School Services

14Army Community Service

15Family and MWR Telephone Directory

16Say What!

DISCOVERY is published by the Family and MWR Marketing Offi ce.

www.mwrarmyhawaii.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Last performance March 13, 2011

The Best of BroadwayAn unforgettable musical revue featuring

some of Oahu’s most gifted performers performing the greatest hits of Broadway: yesterday, today and tomorrow!

Order Tickets online at www.armytheatre.comFor more information please call (808) 438-4480 or

(808) 438-5230

mwrarmyhawaii.com

Commercial Sponsorship does not constitute DoD, Army or Family and MWR endorsement.

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St. PatrickThursday, March 17

6:00 - 8:00 pm

Create Easter EggsThursday, April 21

6:00 - 8:00 pm

The first craft item is FREE for Children 10 and under. All supplies are provided.

Thursday is also our Family Fun Mongolian Barbecue Night starting at 5:00 pm. You choose your ingredients and we stir fry it on a round, iron griddle. Includes steamed rice, asian noodles or fried rice. Board Games and children's movies available for your entertainment.

cover photo by: Laura Bratcher

@ Tropics Recreation Center

Saturday, March 12, 2011@ 7 pm

Join the party! Tropics will offer food and beverage specials along with live music that will get you out of your seat and on the dance fl oor!

Don’t stay at home on a Saturday night when you can have a good time at Tropics.

For more information, please call 655-5698.

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Friday, March 25, 3 pm @ TropicsSingle Soldiers this one’s for you!!

Food, Beverages, Music, Mingling & More…all that’s missing is you.


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Join us for our Annual Join us for our Annual

Enchanted Character Breakfast. Enchanted Character Breakfast.

Visit information booths from Visit information booths from

your local community and have your local community and have

loads of fun while enjoying carnival loads of fun while enjoying carnival

style rides, games, prizes and more!style rides, games, prizes and more!

For more information, For more information,

please call 655-9971 or 655-0111/3please call 655-9971 or 655-0111/3

April 23, 2011April 23, 2011

Sills FieldSills FieldSchofield BarracksSchofield Barracks

8 am – 2 pm8 am – 2 pm

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SPORTS, FITNESS & AQUATICS

Fitness ClassesFitness Classes

Get Fit & Stay There With These Amazing Fitness Classes!Get Fit & Stay There With These Amazing Fitness Classes!Cardio Kickboxing, Group Cycling, Yoga, Zumba, Boot Camp and many more classes are available Monday – Friday at Schofi eld Barracks Health & Fitness Center. Can’t make it during the week? We offer some Saturday classes as well. These classes are FREE for all Active Duty Soldiers and their Family Members with an ID card.

Join our Stroller Strides Total Fitness Program every Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 8:30 - 9:45 am at Stoneman Stadium. First Class Free! Call 258-0402 for more information.

Tripler & Fort ShafterIn addition to the swimming pool and cardio rooms, TAMC offers fi tnessclasses on Mondays (Step Aerobics), Wednesday (Cardio Kickboxing), andFridays (Zumba Fitness) from 4:30 to 5:30 pm; 35-40 minutes cardio, including strength training and Pilates Mat for an all around workout. Free for active duty military and their dependents w/ID, all others including DoD personnel are $4.00 per class or $25.00 per monthly pass.

AMRNew massage services available! Select from Deep Tissue, Swedish, Thai, Shiatsu, Lomi-Lomi or Therapeutic Massage for relaxation, therapy, pain relief and more. Call 833-0338 for more information.

HMRHelemano Military Reservation is open Monday - Friday from 6 am - 9 pm, Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm and Sunday from 1 pm - 6 pm.

Fitness Center ProgramsDevelop good habits and stay in shape at our physical fi tness centers. We have the best equipment, organized activities and all the necessary tools to get you in or help you stay in great shape!

MON. TUES. WED. THUR. FRI. SAT.

8:30 AM

StepChallenge

GroupCycling

CardioKickboxing

GroupCycling

Step & Pump

Yoga(8 -9 AM)

9:00 AM

ClassRotation

9:30 AM

Yoga(9:45 AM)

Pilates Fusion Zumba Yoga

(9:45 AM)

GroupCycling

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11:45 AM

Boot Camp

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Boot Camp

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Boot Camp

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Yoga GroupCycling

Core & More

Zumba(4:15 PM)

5:00 PM

Step & Abs

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6:00 PM

Zumba GroupCycling Zumba Yoga

Weekly Health & Fitness Center Calendar

Schedule is subject to change, please call to confi rm.

All Army SportsAll Army SportsSand Volleyball (M&W)Entry Deadline: Mar. 1, 2011

Women Floor VolleyballEntry Deadline: Mar. 1, 2011

Army 10 MilerEntry Period: Apr. 1 – Jul. 1, 2011

Marathon (M/W)Entry Period: Apr. 1 – Jul. 1, 2011

Softball (M/W)Entry Period: Apr. 2 – Jul. 2, 2011

Golf (M)Entry Period: May 1 – Aug. 1, 2011

Intramural SportsIntramural Sports

2011 Sprinters Challenge, Apr. 8 - Apr. 9, 2011. Entry Deadline: Apr. 1, 2011

Racquet-Rush Tournament, Apr. 13 - Apr. 15, 2011. Entry Deadline: Apr. 6, 2011

Softball (M&W), May 16 - Aug. 26, 2011. Entry Deadline: May 6, 2011

Army Civilian Fitness ProgramArmy Civilian Fitness Program

• DA approved program in which civilians employed by the Army are encouraged to engage in a regular program of exercise and other positive health habits.

• Commanders and Supervisors may approve and allow for three one- hour exercise sessions each week during normal work hours for a total of 78 hours over a consecutive 6 month period of time.

• Civilian Fitness- is a one-time enrollment opportunity.

• Goal: to initiate and maintain healthy behavioral changes via initial - and post- assessments and development of an exercise/nutrition program appropriate for each participants lifestyle.

• Supervisor approval and support is necessary for offi cial entry

The next assessment period will be in Apr. 2011; Participants are enrolled for 6 months from:

• May 1, 2011 – Oct. 31, 2011

• New enrollments begin Apr. 2011; Contact POC listed below for an appointment time.

• Pre and Post assessments, to take place in Apr. and Oct. respectively, are mandatory.

Schofi eld Barracks Health & Fitness Center: Apr. 19 @ noon & Apr. 22 @ 10 am.

Fort Shafter Physical Fitness Center: Apr. 20 @ 11 am & 2 pm.

Assessment duration: 1-2 hours depending on group size.

For more information concerning the Army Hawaii Civilian Fitness Program visit http://sfa.hawaiioffi ce.com/cfp

USAG Hawaii Fitness Coordinator at: 655-9650 or email: [email protected]

Learn to Swim at Richardson PoolSession #1: Mar. 7-17 (Register Mar. 5 & 6)Session #1: Mar. 7-17 (Register Mar. 5 & 6)Session #2: Apr. 11-21 (Register Apr. 2 & 3)Session #2: Apr. 11-21 (Register Apr. 2 & 3)

Registration will be held for 2 days only at Richardson Pool fromRegistration will be held for 2 days only at Richardson Pool from9 – 11 am. Registration is on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis.9 – 11 am. Registration is on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis.

Children must be registered with CYSS and card must be shown in order to register for classes.Children must be registered with CYSS and card must be shown in order to register for classes.

Stroller Stride and Ride:Wednesdays & Fridays @ 10 am.

Bootcamp Circuit:Mondays and Wednesdays @ 1:30 pm.

Hard “Core” Abs class:Tuesdays @ 11:15 am.

Yoga Core/ Flex & Flow:Thursdays @ 11:15 am.

Ongoing Programs Offered

100 Mile Running Club

100,000 Steps (Anytime)

Body Fat Analysis (Anytime)

HMR Circuit Training (Call for an appointment)

Upoming Programs3 on 3 Basketball LadderMay-Jul 2011

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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT / BLUE STAR CARD

MarchMarch 8 - Walk off the Wait

March 15 - Aquarium After DarkMarch 18 - Spring Break Splash

March 31 - Big R: Spa Night

AprilApril 5 - PT in the Park

April 8 - Family Game NightApril 19 - Big R: Hale Koa Magic Show

April 23 - Fun Fest & ITR Travel FairApril 26 - PT in the Gym

UPCOMINGEVENTS

Walk off the Wait (WOW)This activity is held every other month to give Blue Star Cardholders the opportunity to see how beautiful the island is bygoing on various hikes around Oahu.

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BIG Big R: Countdown to Redeployment

This is a monthly event for Blue Star Card holders to count down the months until their Soldier returns. Each month there is a different activity such as Bowling, Zumba, Casino Night, Luau, etc. as well as free childcare and appetizers.

Create-a-CardThis activity is held four times per year at the SGT Yano Library. It gives the Families of deployed Soldiers the chance to make personalized greeting cards for their Soldiers.

Theatre NightThis event is held four times per year at the Army Community Theatre, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Blue Star Card holders can enjoy transportation, preshow appetizers, and a viewing of a performance of the current production at the theatre, all for free!

The Blue Star Card is an Family and MWR discount and activities program intended to enhance the well being of Spouses and Families of combat deployed Army Soldiers

during the stressful time of deployment. For eligibility requirements or more information about this program and upcoming events please call 655-0002, visit us on the web at

www.bluestarcardhawaii.com or Find Us and Friend Us on Facebook!

April is the Month of the Military Child!To show our appreciation, Blue Star Card children 10 and under will receive free Keiki Meals on Keiki Night at the Family and MWR clubs for the whole

month of April!

The Blue Star Card holder must show a valid Blue Star Card to receive the discount. For questions regarding this discount, please contact the Blue Star

Card program at 655-0002 or 655-0112.

Kolekole Bar & Grill

Schofi eld BarracksWednesday is Keiki Night

5 - 8 pm

Hale Ikena

Fort ShafterTuesday is Keiki Night

5 - 8 pm

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Did You Know? At your libraries you can…Download free audiobooks?Access us online on AKO? Record a story for your child before deploying?Ask a librarian anything, 24 hours a day?Reach us by calling: 655-8002 (SGT Yano at Schofi eld Barracks), 438-9521 (Fort Shafter) or 833-4851 (AMR).

Theatre Thursdays @ SGT. Yano LibrarySchofi eld Barracks Learn the basics of stage acting in our on-going theatre program for ages 12 and up. Meetings will be held the fi rst and third Thursdays of the month (Mar. 3, 17 and Apr. 7, 21) from 4 to 5:30 pm. Learn stage presence, acting skills, improvisation techniques and the varying types of theatre. Call for more information or to register. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! @ the LibrariesThe Cat in the Hat will be visiting Army Libraries in March to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday. This free program is for children of all ages. Come to Aliamanu Library on Tues, Mar. 1, SGT. Yano Library on Wed, Mar. 2, and Fort Shafter Library on Thurs, Mar. 3. All programs will begin at 3 pm. The cat will read some Seuss classics like Green Eggs and Ham and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.

Afterschool @ SGT. Yano Library Elementary age children are invited to enjoy tales of Leprechauns on Mar. 16

and a National Library Week program “I love my Library” on Apr. 6. Both programs are from 3 – 3:45 pm.

Teen Lounge Book Club @ SGT. Yano LibraryHey teens, have an opinion? Share it at SGT. Yano Library’s book club, Teen Lounge. Read the book and share your opinion with the group. Each month will feature a new teen novel. Only the latest popular titles have been selected. All meetings will run from 4:30 – 5:30 pm. Visit SGT. Yano Library to sign up.

• Mar. 15 : Matched by Ally Condie

• Apr. 12 : Going Bovine by Libba Bray

Children’s Book Week @ SGT. Yano Library Celebrate Children’s Book Week with a pajama story hour followed by milk andcookies. This program is for children of all ages on Tues, May 3 at 6:30 pm. Wear your cutest pajamas!

Award Winning Reads Book Club @ SGT. Yano LibraryIt’s a new year of books for Award Winning

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Reads. Children ages 8-12 come join in the conversation with these amazing books that have either won or are nominated for an award. New meeting time is 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Come for the discussion, stay for the fun activity. Visit the library or call for information

• Mar. 8 : When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead

• Apr. 5 : Floating Circus by Tracie Vaughn Zimmer

Parent-to-Parent @ SGT. Yano LibrarySchofi eld Barracks’ Parent to Parent Program will be presenting a special preschool story time on the theme of HAWAII at SGT. Yano Library on Wed. Apr. 20 at 10:00 am. Please call for more information.

After School Fun @ Fort Shafter LibraryDid you know Mar. 14 is “Save a Spider Day”? Come to the library for some after school spider fun. Make a craft, play some games and if you see a spider, don’t step on it! Join the fun Mar. 14, from 3 - 3:45 pm. All ages welcome!

Clothing Swap @ AMR LibraryRecycle Reduce Reuse! Apr. 22 is Earth Day. Save money and reduce waste by participating in a clothing swap at the library. Gather all the perfectly good wardrobe items that you no longer wear (unused stuff clutters your life), say bye-bye with bliss, as you let go of your items. Make space for new-to-you pieces that you actually WILL wear! The swap will be held on Fri, Apr. 22, from 4 – 5:30 pm. Call for more information.

READ TO THE DOGS @ SGT. Yano and Aliamanu LibrariesOur volunteer therapy dogs and service dogs from Hawaii Fido are non-judgmental and comforting to children who need to practice their reading and improve their fl uency. Children who are able to read on their own may sign up for a 15-minute session to read to a dog at SGT. Yano Library on Saturday, Mar. 12 and Apr. 9 from 11 am – 12:15 pm, and Saturday Mar. 5 and Apr. 2 from 9 – 10:15 am at AMR library. Call either library to reserve a space or for more information.

Learn to Crochet @ the librariesWant to learn to crochet? Come join us on Tues, Mar. 22 at Aliamanu, Wed, Mar. 23 at SGT. Yano, and Thurs, Mar. 24 at Fort Shafter, from 4 - 6 pm. Step-by-step instructions on basic crochet stitches and how to read patterns will be shown. Please bring a crochet hook size F or higher. Yarn will be provided. Program is open to any one ages 12 and above. Please call the libraries to register.

Crocheting with Plarn @ the librariesWhat is Plarn? Why it’s plastic yarn, which can be recycled from grocery bags. Staff will teach participants how to turn ordinary plastic shopping bags into “plarn”, as well as share some fun crochet patterns. It will be helpful to know some crochet, but not necessary. Bring an N hook and 2 - 3 plastic bags to start with. Give your used plastic bags new life! Sessions will be held on Tues, Apr. 5 at AMR Library, Wed, Apr. 6 at Ft Shafter Library, and Thurs, Apr. 7 at SGT. Yano Library. All programs will run from 5 - 6:30 pm. Call your nearest library for registration and more details.

Scavenger Hunt @ the librariesHelp the Army libraries celebrate National Library Week, Apr. 10-16 by participating in our Library Scavenger Hunt. The hunt runs all week long and every participant receives a prize when they complete their card. There will be a grand prize drawing at the end of the week for all participants. With four categories to choose from Preschool, School Age, Teen, and Adult, the whole family can take part. Come one, come all!

Flower Lei Making @ the librariesTo help our military families learn about Lei Day in Hawaii, the Army libraries, in partnership with the Native Hawaiian Offi ce, will be hosting Flower Lei-Making Workshops. Tues, Apr. 26, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Aliamanu Community Center; Wed, Apr. 27, 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Fort Shafter Library; and Thurs, Apr. 28, 6 - 7:30 pmat SGT. Yano Library, Schofi eld Barracks. The program is free and all materials will be provided. Please call to register or for more information.

An Unforgettable Hawaiian GetawayBegins Where Creations Unfolds...

Visit KMC Today!Just for military and their sponsored guests, Kilauea Military Camp

(KMC) offers great lodging, dining, tours, recreation and more right in the heart of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!Rates begin at $72* per night. Call 438-6707 direct from Oahu or

(808) 967-8333. Also, email [email protected] or book on-line at www.kmc-volcano.com. *Subject to change without notice.

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TROPICS / BOSS


We Need You! BOSS (Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers) is always looking for a few

good men (and women) to get out, get involved and make a difference!

If you want to get involved in your community, BOSS is the answer.You can become a Unit Rep or a Volunteer.

Don’t have time to stop by? Check us out on Facebook, just search for BOSS Hawaii.

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Bunco: Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the Month, March 8 & April 12 for Bunco, FUN starts at 6 p.m.

Texas Hold’em at the Tropics Recreation Center, Schofi eld Barracks. Texas Hold’em will be offered every 3rd Thursday of the month, starting at 6 pm, March 17 & April 21.

Live on the south side of the island? Join us every 1st Wednesday of the Month, starting at 6 pm, March 2 & April 6 for Texas Hold’em at Hale Ikena.

This great FREE monthly tournament lets you test your skills against the best of the best Army players around!

All ID card holders 18 and older are welcome; it’s FREE with no buy in. Call 655-5698 for information.

Tropics Tasty Tuesday / Open Stage NightShow off your talent no matter what it is and enjoy an evening of food and drink specials every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month.

Save the dates: March 1 & 15 and April 5 & 19

BOSS Events @ TropicsBOSS Mixer Spring Break: March 25, 3 pm.BOSS “So you think you can DJ”: April 16, 6 pm.

Don’t miss a night of the family-friendly quality fun

you’ve come to know and love in a whole new way. We are spicing things up with new

games, prizes and themes. The fun still kicks off at 6 p.m.

on every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Be sure to visit the website for Family Fun Fridays

in all new locations!

If that’s not enough, we’re still bringing you FREE Papa John’s Pizza for the whole

family. Mahalo to our sponsors, Cutter and Papa

John’s. Call 655-5698 for updates on locations or

visit our website atmwrarmyhawaii.com.


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Phone reservations are accepted, a minimum 50% deposit is required for all equipment center reservations, 100% payment due for program registration.

Outdoor Recreation

Due to weather conditions and other factors affecting outdoor programs, all program calendars are subject to change without notice. Please call for the most up-to-date information.

Call Outdoor Recreation at 655-0143 or Ocean Concepts at 853-4673 (SCUBA programs only) for more information or to reserve your spot today!

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Mar. 5 Kaneohe Bay Sand Bar Trip 6:30 am – 1:00 pm $65

Mar. 6 Whale Watching on boat7:00 am – 8:30 am8:45 am – 10:15 am

$25

Mar. 9 EDGE Teen Adventure-Boating 1:30 pm – 5:30 pm Call for info

Mar. 12 Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson 7:00 am – 12:30 pm $60

Mar. 13 Adventure Fishing 5:00 am – 11: 00 am $50

Mar. 15 Fishing Class Call for details FREE

Mar. 16 EDGE Teen Adventure 1:30 pm – 5:30 pm Call for info

Mar. 19 Adventure Hike I/Whale Watch 6:30 am – 1: 00 pm $10

Mar. 20 Adventure Fishing 5:00 am – 11:00 am $35

Mar. 23 EDGE Teen Adventure 1:30 pm – 5:30 pm Call for info

Mar. 26 NOAA Whale Counting 7:00 am – 1:00 pm $10

Apr. 2 Family Ocean Activities 7:00 am – 1:00 pm $50

Apr. 3 Adventure Surfi ng 6:30 am – 11: 30 am $48

Apr. 4 Open Water Diver Certifi cation 6:00 pm – 10: 00 pm $199.99

Apr. 5 Home School Surf Adventure 10:00 am – 12: 00 pm Call for info

Apr. 9 Kaneohe Bay Sand Bar Trip 6:30 am – 1:00 pm $65

Apr. 10 Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson 6:30 am – 11:30 am $54


Apr. 11 EDGE Cooking 2:30 pm – 5: 45 pm Call for info


Apr. 12 Fishing Class 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm FREE

Apr. 13 EDGE Outdoor Adventure 1:30 pm – 5: 30 pm Call for info



Apr. 16 Adventure Fishing 5:00 am – 11:00 am $50

Apr. 17 Adventure Kayak I 6:30 am – 12:00 pm $49


Apr. 19 Home School Hiking Adventure 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Call for info


Apr. 22Adventure Night Bottom

Fishing3:00 pm – 11: 00 pm $35

Apr. 24Adventure Snorkeling w/

dolphinsCall for info $30


Apr. 26 EDGE Youth @ Pool Call for info Call for info

Apr. 27 EDGE Outdoor Adventure 1:30 pm – 5: 30 pm Call for info

Apr. 28 EDGE Youth @ Pool Call for info Call for info

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Schofi eld Barracks - The resale lot has gone from USAG-Oahu North Community Director’s offi ce to DFMWR, Schofi eld Barracks Auto Skills Center. Permits to place your vehicle in the Resale Lot can be obtained at the SB Auto Skills Center. Fees for the permit will be as follows: 7 day permit fee $7.00, 14 day permit fee $14.00, 21 day permit fee $21.00, 28 Day permit fee $28.00, 7 day minimum. No refunds on permits.

Fort Shafter - Ft. Shafter Auto Skills will be offering a mechanic for hire. If you don’t have the time to do the repairs yourself, you can come in for an estimate.

Facility Services:

Vehicle Safety Inspection

Do-it-yourself repairs

Paint Booth and Body Work

Storage Needs?

Rotate & Balance your tires

Authorized Patrons: AD/Dependents/DoD Civilians/Retirees/Reservists/National Guards.There is no admittance 1 hour prior to

closing. You must have closed toe shoes and

no children under 14 years old are admitted.

Schofi eld BarracksBldg. 910, Duck Rd.655-9368

Tuesday - Friday:11:30 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday:9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Closed: Sunday, Monday & Holidays (Closed Tuesday if Holiday falls on Monday)

Fort ShafterBldg.1535, Fort Shafter Flats438-9402

Tuesday - Saturday:9:30 am – 5 pm

Closed: Sunday, Monday & Holidays (Closed Tuesday if Holiday falls on Monday)

AUTO SKILLS CENTER

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Weekly Dining

DINING

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Hale IkenaFort Shafter, Hawaii

Dine with stunning views of Walter J. Nagorski Golf Course.

Savory Sunday Brunch featuring roasted prime rib with a

peppercorn crust and exquisite dishes with fl avors infused

from the Pacifi c Rim, Asia and Hawaii Nouveau. Large parties

welcome! The modern elegance of the Hale Ikena is perfect

for meetings, conferences and special occasions.

Daily Lunch Buffet - $9.95 daily

Hale Ikena - Fort ShafterPhone: (808) 438-1974 or

(808) 438-6712

Every Thursday night

Every last Friday of the month

$22.95 for Adults, children’s prices available.

Every first Wednesday of the month

Enjoy 3 Beef Tacos w/mexican rice & beans for $4.99. And don’t

forget about the $4 margarita specials & Coronas for $3.25.

From 3:30 - 8 pm

Operating hours:Monday - Friday,

Continuous Service11 am - 8 pm

Sunday 9 am - 1 pm

Social HourMonday - Friday

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Take Out Orders655-0664

Daily SpecialsHere are some of our

Deep fried mozzarella sticks, Wing Zings, fried shrimp & French fries

$5.00Thursday’s special is offered from

3:30-8 pm

SPECIAL PUPU PLATTER

Children under 10 eat from the Keiki menu for $1.99!

What a deal!Wednesday’s Keiki Night

is from 5-8 pm

For more information, please call 655-0660 or 655-4466

Every Tuesday Night is $1.99

Friday, March 4 and Friday, April 1Lessons: 8 - 9 pm

DJ Ever playing music from 9 pm - 12 am

ARMY GOLF / BOWLING / PILILAAU

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9 hole golf course located on Ft. Shafter

FREE Mizuno Custom Club Fitting with Lou Merkle

Twilight Golf Mon - Fri, 11:05 am

For more information, call 438-9587

Leilehua Golf Course Renovation Project - Renovation started mid January 2011Expected timeline is 13 months

9 Holes will be open during entire construction periodFees lowered to match Nagaorski Golf Course

Daily Operations:Parking lot will remain openCart Barn will remain openGolf Pro Shop will remain openClubhouse will remain openLeilehua Bar and Grill will remain openCatering Offi ce will remain open

Leilehua Grill open Mon - Sun, 6:30 am - 7:30 pm

Call 655-4653 for more information.

Pililaau Army Recreation Center (PARC) Beach Equipment Price ListRentals (90 min / 9 am - 4 pm) Cabin guests receive $3 off each rental / program.

SUP Boards (paddle & leash) $20 / $45Soft Surfboard (leash) $12 / $25Foam Surfboard (leash) $15 / $35One Man Kayak (paddle, seat) $12 / $22

Two Man Kayak (paddles, seat) $15 / $27Boogie Board (leash) $5 / $12Mask set $3 / $10Fins $2 / $5

Schofi eld Bowing Center655-0573

Fort Shafter Bowling Center438-6733

Wheeler Bowling Center656-1745

Hale IkenaFort Shafter, Hawaii

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ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER / TRAVEL, TOURS & TICKETS

ITR can handle all your travel needs!!

Alii Kai Catamaran: Adult: $64.00, Child (4-11yrs): $40.00, Buy one and get one Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011

Magic of Polynesia Show only: Adult: $49.00, Child (4-11 yrs): $31.00, Buy one and get one Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011

Dinner Show: Adult: $78.00, Child (4-11yrs): $50.00, Buy one and get one Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011

Deluxe Dinner Show: Adult: $120.00, Child (4-11 yrs): $60.00, Buy one Ticket and get one Ticket Free! *Special good till March 31, 2011

Polynesian Cultural Center Gateway Buffet Package: All day package from 12 - 9pm, Adult: $45.00, Child: $30.00, Children 4 and under: Free *Special good till March 31, 2011

Alii Luau Special: All day package from 12 - 9pm, Adult (16 & Older): $61.00, Child (5-15 yrs): $49.00, Children 4 and under: Free *Special good till March 31, 2011

Paradise Cruises Star of Honolulu “Pacifi c Star”: Buy an Adult ticket, Get another Adult ticket at 50% 1st Adult: $64.00 2nd Adult: $32.00 *Special good till March 31, 2011

Oahu Ghost Tours ORBS Driving Tour: Buy one, Get one 50% (Based on Adult Price) Adult: $28.00 2nd Person: $14.00 *Special good till March 31, 2011

Honolulu City Haunts: Buy one, Get one 50% (Based on Adult Price) Adult: $47.00/2nd Person: $23.50 *Special good till March 31, 2011

Sacred Drive: Buy one, get one 50% (Based on Adult Price) Adult: $50.00. 2nd Person: $25.00 *Special good till March 31, 2011

March Military Specials - www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/itr-welcome

Please stop by your ITR offi ce today for all of your travel and entertainment needs or call 655-9971 (SB)/438-1985 (FS)

Schofi eld Barracks 655-4202

Wed - Thur: 10 am-5 pmFri - Sat: 9 am-3 pm

Ft. Shafter438-1315

Sat: 9 am-4 pm Sun: 11 am-4 pm

Spring Break Paper Stamping Collage Workshop for all ages!

March 14th – 18th

Special Military Rates Trained Personnel

Let us help you explore paradise. Use our onlinerequest form on www.mwrarmyhawaii.com!

Just click on Shows, Travel & Tickets.

Prices are subject to change without notice.

Schofi eld Barracks ITR* 655-9971

Flagview Mall, Bldg. 3320Hours: Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm

Fort Shafter ITR* 438-1985

Ft. Shafter PX market, Bldg. 550Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm

*Closed on Sundays & Federal Holidays

EXCITING NEW CLASSESMarch is National Craft Month

The Artist’s Way: A healing through Creative Art Journaling RELEASE your stress and pent up emotions! RELAX through Creative Art Journaling….a thoughtful, more artful path towards discovering your inner feelings. It’s scrapbooking techniques on a different level. Join us Wednesday night at 6 pm beginning March 9 through April. Teens and adults welcome. Visit with us once and you will be back for more!! ($8 per session plus supplies).

Drawing on the Right side of the BrainANYONE CAN DRAW! Let us show you how! Based on the amazing drawing technique created by Betty Davis. Teens and Adults welcome. 8 session class meets 10 – 11 am every Saturday; beginning March 12 - April 30 ($45 includes supplies).

Watercolor for Beginners: Create your very own masterpiece by the end of our 8 session class. You will learn brush strokes, wet on wet technique, Water Spray techniques and drawing gum resist. Classes will meet every Saturday, 11 am - 12 pm, beginning March 12 - April 30. Ages 12 to Adult ($50 for 8 sessions plus supplies that can be purchased in our Craft store).

Specials in March - 2 for the price of 1! Bring a friend! Ceramic Mold Pouring – one session, March 4 or 18, 9 am - 12 pm, $25

Framing/Matting – one session, March 5 or 19, 9 am – 12 pm, $45

Mom & Tots – Free in March only! Thursdays, 10 – 11 am

Pottery Wheel Throwing10 session class begins March 29th. Class meets every Tuesday night, 5 – 8 pm. $80 includes all supplies.

Lei MakingBraided Ribbon Lei Workshop - March 9, 11 am - 1 pm. $12 per session.Money Lei Workshop - March 16, 11 am – 1 p.m. $12 per session

All classes will require pre-registration and payment. Please call 655-4202 to register.

Creative Paper Making techniques- Fast, Fun, Musical and Educational! Students will learn the color wheel and understand primary and intermediate colors, they will discover how to create textures with manmade and natural objects. Finally they will use geometric shapes to recreate their favorite Eric Carle Character from his books. $30 for 5 sessions includes supplies. Additional siblings $20.

10:00 - 10:50 am ages 4 - 7

11:00 - 11:50 am ages 8 - 11

1:00 - 1:50 pm ages 12 - 14

2:00 - 2:50 pm ages 15 and up

Child, Youth and School ServicesInterested in volunteering to be a Youth Sports coach?

Contact your nearest Youth Sports Offi ce today:

Mini Soccer Registration Mar. 22 - April 12, 2011Youth born 2006-2007 are eligible for this sport. Fee is $20

and includes youths, parent t-shirts and sports ball. Mini sports meet once a week and is a parent participation program where youth learn basic skills of the sport.

Track & Field Registration Mar. 8 – 29, 2011Youth born 1993-2006 are eligible for this sport. Fee is $55. Practice begins April 5. Parents are to register their child’s

individual memberships with registration offi ce.

Soccer registration April 5 – 26, 2011 Youth born 1995-2006 are eligible for this sport. Fee is $55.

Practice begins July 5.

Home School P.E. Class- *This class is free*Youth Sports is currently conducting P.E. classes for our military home school families. To register, contact your nearest sports

offi ce and leave the following information: Child’s name, age /grade, home / cell number, family email address.

We understand that our home school classes on different bases operate on different schedules. If you are interested in participating contact your nearest sports offi ce to fi nd

out when the next session will be starting

Call 655-5314 (SB) or 833-5393 (AMR) or visit Parent Central Services at either Schofi eld Barracks or AMR to register.

For more information about any of our programs or to view our Youth Sports and Fitness Registration Form, Youth Sports Calendar, FAQ Sheet, Coaches Volunteer

Resume and Medical Consent Form please visit www.armyhawaiiyouthsports.com.

AMR / FS836-1923

SB / HMR655-6465

CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES / SKIES

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SKIES Unlimited offers quality classes for children and youth. Detailed information is available through SKIES

or from CYSS Parent Central Services at either Schofi eld Barracks or AMR.

Army Family Covenant Blue Star Card benefi ts available at $300 per student for SKIES classes. Through a partnership

with EDGE, 6th-12th grade students may enroll through EDGE for free classes in Hip Hop, Ballroom Dance,

Theatre Arts, Music and Tutoring.

New classes for March and April include Fun with Fabric 5 - 10 yrs. old. and Manners & Etiquette 5-12 yrs. old FREE. SKIES is also offering Zumba! 12-18 year olds may enroll

FREE under EDGE.

Tuesday, April 26, 20116:30 - 7:30 am

Fort Shafter Gym, Fort Shafter

Tuesday, April 5, 20116:30 - 7:30 am

Bennett Youth Center Field, Schofi eld Barracks

Join Mickey & Friends and participate with our Soldiers and their Families in a 30 minute Mousercise Aerobic

routine followed by a Continental Breakfast.

ALL PARTICIPANTS must bring a towel.

For more information call: 836-1923 (Fort Shafter) or 655-6465 (Schofi eld Barracks).


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Classes at Army Community ServiceCHECK US OUT AT www.mwrarmyhawaii.com OR

STOP BY OUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SEE HOW ACS PROGRAMS CAN WORK FOR YOU!

Contact ACS at any of the following locations or at mwrarmyhawaii.com

2091 Kolekole AveSchofi eld Barracks

127 A KrukowskiTAMC

Bldg. 330Fort Shafter - Aloha Cntr.

April is Child Abuse / Neglect Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

We invite you to join our community proclamation signings April 1, 10:30 - 11:30 am, Army Community Service, Schofi eld Barracks. There will be a

myriad of events in the community for Soldiers and Families to promote

these initiatives.

Call 655-4227 for specifi c information regarding community events.

Open to military personnel deploying, awaiting permanent housing or just going on vacation.Dogs- $16/day for one, $12 for a second dog in the same kennelCats- $12/day for one, $7 for a second cat in the same kennelSpaces are limited, cats and dogs only. For reservations or information, please call 368-3456. More info available at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com.

Family and MWR

The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) is looking for volunteers to participate in theMystery Shopper Program.

• Help evaluate our facilities and identify great or poor customer service by shopping anonymously at our various DFMWR facilities or activities.

• Money (if any) will be provided for shopping.

• Flexible Schedule.

Are you up for the challenge and ready to have fun? Apply today at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/mysteryshopper

For information please contact Sandy Kawahara at 656-0078 or [email protected] .

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS)

Real - life Solutions for Successful Army Living ACS, Schofi eld Barracks, Bldg 2091 .......... 655-4ACS/4227

Outreach Center, Fort Shafter Flats, Bdg 1599 ...........................................................438-9285

ACS Satellite Center, Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC), Bldg. T127, ........................................438-4499

Victim Advocate ....................................624-SAFE/7233

Military + Family Life Consultant ...................222-7088

All classes are available at no charge. For a class schedule and to register for classes visit http://www.trumba.com/calendars/army_community_service_calendar or call ACS

Blue Star Card Program

655-0002/655-0112

BOWLING*

Fort Shafter Bowling Center, Strike Zone .438-6733

Schofi eld Barracks Bowling Center ..............655-0573

Wheeler Bowling Center .................................656-1745

CHILD & YOUTH SCHOOL SERVICES*

Child Development Centers

Aliamanu ......................................................833-5570

Fort Shafter .................................................438-1151

Schofi eld Barracks .....................................655-7106

Petersen .......................................................655-5293

Helemano ....................................................653-0724

CYS Services Outreach

Parent Central Services

Aliamanu .....................................................833-5393

Schofi eld Barracks ................ 655-5314/655-8380

Kids on Site .......................................................655-8628

Family Child Care

Aliamanu ......................................................837-0236


Center-based, in-house, cooperative,full-time and part-time child care. Jobs and training provided for center and home caregivers.

Middle School & Teen Programs (MS&T)

Aliamanu ......................................................833-0920


Fort Shafter .................................................438-1487

Helemano Military ......................................653-0717

YOUTH SPORTS

SB Sports .....................................................655-6465

AMR/FS Sports ..........................................836-1923

SKIES / School Liaison Offi ce / YESS


Youth School Age Services


Aliamanu ......................................................833-4932

Helemano ....................................................653-0717

Fort Shafter ................................................438-6470

Work Force Prep .............................................. 655-0451

DINING & ENTERTAINMENT

Casual to fi ne dining; brunch, lunch or dinner; entertainment and catering.

Fort Shafter

Hale Ikena .................................................... 438-1974

Catering .........................................................438-6712

Schofi eld Barracks

The Nehelani ...........................655-0660/655-4466

Kolekole Bar & Grill ................655-0660/655-4466

Pililaau Army Recreation Center

Sunset Café ..................................................696-6026

Reservations ................................................696-4158

GOLF***

Fort Shafter

Walter J. Nagorski Golf Course ..................438-9587

Mulligans ......................................................438-6715

Schofi eld Barracks

Leilehua Golf Course .................................655-4653

Leilehua Grill ................................................655-1711

LIBRARIES*

Aliamanu Library ........................................833-4851

Fort Shafter Library .................................... 438-9521

SGT Yano Library, Schofi eld Bks ..............655-8002

RECREATION

Arts & Crafts*

Fort Shafter .................................................438-1315


Auto Skills

Fort Shafter ................................................. 438-9402


B.O.S.S. .............................................................655-1130

FMWR Kennel .................................................. 368-3456

Information, Ticketing & Registration*

Fort Shafter .................................................438-1985

Schofi eld Barracks ......................................655-9971

Special Events/Recreation Activities

...........................................................655-0111/0113

Tropics Recreation Center ..............................655-5698

Wheeler Stables ...............................................655-0115

LODGING

Tripler Lodging .................................................. 839-2336

Ft. Shafter DVQ .................................................438-1685

Kilauea Military Camp*

Reservations

Oahu ..............................................................438-6707

Hawaii ............................................... 1-808-967-8333

Pililaau Army Recreation Center* ................. 696-6783

Reservations ...............................................696-4158

SPORTS AND FITNESS

Physical Fitness Centers

Aliamanu ......................................................836-0338

Fort Shafter .................................................438-1152

Helemano .....................................................653-0719

Schofi eld Barracks Health &

Fitness Center ..............................................655-8007

Martinez Physical Fitness Center.............655-0900

Tripler Physical Fitness Center..................433-6443

SPORTS

USAG-HI Sports Offi ce ......................................655-9914

Outdoor Recreation

Schofi eld Barracks

Equipment Checkout*................................655-0143

Paintball ....................................................... 343-3929

Ocean Concepts .........................................853-4673

Swimming Pools

Aliamanu Pool .............................................833-0255

Richardson Pool, Schofi eld Bks ...............655-9698

Helemano Pool ............................................653-0716

Tripler AMC Pool ...........................................433-5257

Tennis Center*

Schofi eld .......................................................479-6727

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Army Substance Abuse Program ..................655-9113

Adolescence Substance Abuse Counseling

...................................................................... 655-9944

THEATRE

Theatre productions, workshops in theatre arts and costume rentals.

Army Community Theatre***

Fort Shafter, Richardson Theater.............438-4480

VETERNARY CLINICS

Services are open to active duty personnel and military retirees. Please call for an appointment.

Fort Shafter ..................................................433-2271

Schofi eld Barracks ................655-5889/ 655-5883

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer Coordinator ................................655-2400

OUR PARTNERS

AAFES

AMR Shoppette/Gas Station ..........................833-6997

Fort Shafter PX ..................................................843-1969

Schofi eld PX ......................................................622-1773

Class 6 ............................................................... 624-2171

Paradise Shoppette (24hr) .............................624-9825

Gas Station (Foote Gate) .................................624-5150

Military Clothing Sales ....................................624-0701

Food Court*** .................................................237-4502

DeCA

Commissary .....................................................655-5066

*Also open to Department of the Army Civilian Employees ** Also open to DA and Federal Employees***Also open to the General Public

TelephoneDirectory

Steve Takekawa Director of Marketing

Sarah Chadwick Deployment Programs Coordinator

Amanda Montgomery Deployment Programs Coordinator

Laura Bratcher Acct Exec CYSS, ACS

Lauressa Reese Acct Exec CRD

Tara Scully Acct Exec BOD

Allan Criss Webmaster, Marquee Designer

Dennis Tanaka Senior Graphics Illustrator

Brandon Young Graphics Illustrator

Tim Pugh Sponsorship & Advertising Manager [email protected] (808) 656-3318

Family and MWR Marketing

The EDGEThe EDGE! Program offers out-of-school opportunities for children and youth to excel, develop, grow

and experience by participating in cutting-edge art, fi tness, life skills and adventure activities known as Art EDGE!, Fit EDGE!, Life EDGE! & Adventure EDGE!

EDGE! is open to 1st-12th graders. Register weekly for your EDGE! programs. $30 per week for 1st-5th graders and FREE for 6th-12th graders.

New EDGE! programs for March and April 2011 include Teen Zumba Fitness, Fabric Fashion and Runway and Teen Dance: Tap, Jazz and Ballet. Also Home school Adventures for children who want to get their feet wet!

Program times are Monday-Friday from 2:45 - 5:45 pm. For more information please contact Kristine Yasuda at 655-0445 or [email protected].

The HIRED! ProgramThe HIRED! Apprenticeship Program provides 15 -18 year-old youth with meaningful, professionally-managed

career exploration opportunities in Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) operations.

The HIRED! Apprenticeship program offers valuable paid work experience and training to better equip each participant with the skills needed for a highly-competitive job market.

What Family and MWR programs or facilities do you like the best?

Rich

“Concerts....when they bring a good band.”

Dillion

“Playing pool at the Tropics and the Gym.”

Naomi

“Fitness classes because they are free for Family Members.”

Julie

“Loved the Smash Mouth Concert & 4th of July.”

Documents

Discovery Magazine