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By Andrea HowryLighthouse

The 2013ArmedForces BoxingChampionships have been can-celed, and as a result, Naval BaseVentura County won’t be hostingthe All-Navy Box-Off thismonth.However, Navy boxers will be

on base Feb. 25 through March29 to train for theU.S. Nationals,scheduled for March 30 throughApril 6 in Spokane, Wash.The Nationals are not a mili-

tary event but usually draw box-ers from the armed forces.

Boxing event KO’d

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Jaxon Workman, 4, takes aim during Winter Wonderland, an annualevent at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, that features amarshmallow roast and 42 tons of snow. More than 1,200 peopleattended. Jaxon is the son of EO1 Brent Workman of Naval FacilitiesEngineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center. Story, Page 16.

LOOK OUT!

Armed Forces championships canceled;NBVC’s box-off turns into training campfor U.S. Nationals


“Brittany Littlejohn, come ondown!”And with that, the 23-year-old

builder constructionman withNavalMobile Construction Bat-

talion (NMCB) 5 was on her wayto winning $500 in cash, a winecooler, a gas grill and a quad —the last two of which she probablywon’t even see until she’s back

‘Price is right’ for Seabee


BUCN Brittany Littlejohn of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 5 showsa sign and the correct pricetag of the items she won on the long-runninggame show, “The Price Is Right.”

Grayson Sturtevant, 3, plugs hisears — no such luck for his dad,EO1 Russell Sturtevant of NavalMobile Construction Battalion 4— as a C-130 carrying Santa pullsup next to Hangar 34 at Naval BaseVentura County, Point Mugu. Itwas the start of Operation HolidayGift Drop, an annual event formilitary families put on by a localcongressman. Page 17

Sailors with Carrier Airborne EarlyWarning Squadron 117 sign theirre-enlistment contracts on boardUSS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.Pages 8-9.

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WHAT’S AHEADThe NBVC Chief Petty OfficersAssociation buys uniforms for localyouth flag football and volleyballplayers. Jan. 24 Lighthouse

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By Captain Larry VasquezNBVC Commanding Officer

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Happy New Year! Hopefully you all had a greatholiday season with friends and family and you’reready to kick off 2013 at Naval Base Ventura County(NBVC).We’ve got a big year coming in 2013, with all

the usual great events, like the Mud Run in May,Admiral’s Cup and Armed Forces Triathlons in Juneand surf contest in August, plus the return of the AirShow with the Blue Angels in September! We will seehundreds of thousands of visitors come aboard ourinstallation to enjoy everything NBVC has to offer,and it’s really going to be our time to shine.We’ve worked hard to upgrade our facilities over

the past year. The Warfield Gym project is comingto a close, and the new field outside the Bee-HiveGym has gotten a facelift that includes markings forfootball and soccer. We’re in the middle of renovatingNeedham Theater, just months after upgrading theequipment to accommodate the newest film technolo-

gies. Our single Sailors can enjoy upgrades in theirliberty centers, and soon, shoppers at the Navy Ex-change will begin enjoying new offerings in a refur-bished food court. Those are just a few of the projectsour team has accomplished.I hope that you are enjoying the benefits of living

and working in a community that pushes for constantimprovements, and I want you to feel free to shareyour suggestions and desires for our community. AsI’ve said before, this is our installation, and togetherwe can make it the best shore installation in theNavy.Keep sending your questions and feedback via this

forum at [email protected], online using the CO’sSuggestion Box at http://cnic.navy.mil/ventura/index.htm or at www.Facebook.com/NavalBaseVentura-County. You can also follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/NBVCCalifornia and keep up on the lat-est news and events.

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR

WOUNDED WARRIORTRAINING CAMP:About a dozen ofthe Navy’s Wounded

Warriors will be training in cyclingand archery at Naval BaseVentura County, Port Hueneme,through Jan. 14.

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MISS FIX-IT: Withdeployments comingup, some spousesmay need lessons

to get them more self-reliantwith basic car maintenance. TheFleet & Family Support Centeris offering Miss Fix-It: Auto 411from 10 a.m. to noon at the PortHueneme FFSC. Information:982-5037.

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SOCCERREGISTRATIONENDS: Registrationfor youth soccer endsat the Camarillo,

Hueneme and Mugu youthcenters. For information on thetwo soccer programs beingoffered starting in February, seePage 20.

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BIGGEST LOSER:Another round of theweight-loss programsponsored by Morale,

Welfare and Recreation startstoday. Sign up at the Bee-FitWellness Center at NBVC PortHueneme. Information: 982-4726.

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SWEETHEART 5K:Love your body onValentine’s Day. Firstlunchtime 5K of the

year put on by Morale, Welfareand Recreation. Registration 11a.m.; run at 11:30 a.m. Walkers,strollers welcome. Info: 989-7378.

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PHOTO BY KIMBERLY GEARHART / NBVC PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The newly renovated field outside the Bee-Hive Gym at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme.

The $1.5 million sports field renovationoutside the Bee-Hive Gym at Naval BaseVentura County, Port Hueneme, is com-plete, two months ahead of schedule.The new artificial turf sports markings

for football and soccer as well as a vibrantinstallation seal at the 50-yard-line.It comes with a few rules to ensure that

everyone can continue to enjoy the facil-ity for years to come.Those using the field are asked not to

use metal spikes or spiked shoes on theturf, as this could puncture or tear thesurface. This means no golf spikes and notent stakes or staked-down goals or sportsequipment. Vehicles, other than emer-gency vehicles, are also strictly prohibitedfor similar reasons.Food and beverages other than water

are also prohibited on the field’s surface.As an artificial field, the turf is subject tostaining, and any spills must be quickly

addressed to avoid damage. Morale, Wel-fare and Recreation staff at the gym willhave clean-up kits available, but restrictingbeverages to water reduces the risk. Petsare also not allowed on the field.Signs will soon be posted as a reminder

andwill include guidelines regarding train-ing or booking the field for PRT or stag-ing exercises. Interested commands mayalso call 982-4281 or 982-4749 for moreinformation or to make reservations.

Sports field outside Bee-Hive renovated

The tax-preparation center at NavalBase Ventura County (NBVC) PortHueneme will open Jan. 30, with a newformat and in a new location.The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

(VITA) program is now self-servicerather than full service. Clients shouldbring last year’s tax return.Its location is now Building 103,

Classroom 104, at the intersection of19th Avenue and Harris Street, direct-ly across the street from the CBCBank.Hours of operation will be from 11:30

to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Fridayand 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Thetax center is open through April 13. Itwill be closed Feb. 15 and 16 and March29 and 30.For any questions about the service,

call Salvador Gonzales in the Navy Re-gion Legal Service Office at (805) 982-4548.

Tax prep centeropens Jan. 30in new location

The cover of the program for the 1962 SpaceFair, a predecessor of the air show at NavalBase Ventura County, Point Mugu.

By Vance VasquezNBVC Public Affairs

First of two partsFor many of us, the air show at Naval

Base Ventura County (NBVC) PointMugu holds memories of when our par-ents brought us here as children, espe-cially that one-of-a-kind sound of jetengines screaming through the sky.The first Point Mugu Space Fair was

held in 1960 as the space race was underway. Carnival rides, including a Ferriswheel, and circus-size tents filled the rampin front of Hangar 553. Static display air-craft from Point Mugu, then a Naval AirStation, included the P-2 Neptune. Flightdemonstrations featuring the ArmyGold-en Knights and an Army helicopter tookplace during the morning and after-noon.Throughout the 1960s to the early 1970s,

Air show beganin 1960, called‘Space Fair’

This year’s air show at Naval BaseVentura County, Point Mugu, will takeplace Sept. 28 and 29. Look for a storyrelated to the air show in each editionof The Lighthouse until the Sept. 19special air show edition.

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PHOTOS BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE

Above, Airman Fred Kusterbeck of the U.S. Air Force plays a video game in the newlyremodeled SurfNet, the liberty center that reopened Dec. 12 at Naval Base VenturaCounty, Point Mugu. “It’s really nice in here,” he said. At left, CMCN Daniel Hallock of theNaval Construction Training Center plays pool.


A $750,000 renovation of SurfNet, theliberty center for single Sailors at NavalBase Ventura County (NBVC) PointMugu, paid off with one quote:“This place is awesome!”That was the opinion of Construction

Mechanic Constructionman Daniel Hal-lock of the Naval Construction TrainingCenter, who was playing pool shortlyafter the Dec. 12 ribbon-cutting at thenewly remodeled facility.His comments were echoed by Chief

Electrician’s Mate EdManalansan, whowas looking forward to his upcomingretirement.“I’m glad for these young guys,” he

said as he looked over the newly tiledfloor, comfortable gaming chairs andbank of consoles. “This is a big turn-around.”Capt. Larry Vasquez, commanding

officer of NBVC, thanked both Morale,Welfare andRecreation and PublicWorksfor putting the effort into a facility forthe base’s young Sailors — a place wherethey can not only surf the Internet butalso play video games, watch movies,play pool and socialize.“These young Sailors are away from

home for the first time, looking for thingsto do,” he said. “This is a big deal forthem. Without them, we can’t do whatthe nation expects us to do.”The renovation included ripping up the

old carpeting and replacing it with tile,

installing new energy-efficient windows,installing an air-conditioning and heat-ing system, painting the teal and orangewalls a muted gray, renovating the rest-rooms, replacing the counters, upgradingthe electrical system for computer sup-port and removing the theater seating.Now the theater is full of cozy reclin-

ers, thanks to Rent-A-Center’s Operation

Just Like Home program, which pro-vided $15,000 worth of furnishings. Inaddition to the recliners, the grant paidfor sofas, tables, televisions and comput-ers.“This is now very inviting to the Sail-

ors living here,” said Deborah Williams,site manager for community supportprograms. “It looks great!”

SurfNet reopens with new ambience, new furnishings

Deborah Williams, site manager for community support programs at Naval Base VenturaCounty (NBVC), cuts the ribbon for the newly remodeled SurfNet. The center has $15,000worth of furnishings from Rent-A-Center, thanks to the company’s Operation Just LikeHome program. Looking on are, from left, Mike Ramos, manager of the Ventura Rent-A-Center; Spencer Green, district manager of Rent-A-Center; and Capt. Larry Vasquez,commanding officer, NBVC.

Command Master Chief Terry Piper ofCommander Airborne Command Controland Logistics Wing at Naval Base VenturaCounty, Point Mugu, relaxes in one of thenew recliners in the SurfNet’s theater.

These young Sailorsare away from homefor the first time,looking for things todo. This is a big dealfor them.

— Capt. Larry VasquezCommanding officer, NBVC

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Whether a student is new to VenturaCounty or has been attending schoolhere for some time, it’s important forfamilies to know their options whenchoosing a school.

School transfersThere are two types of school trans-

fers: intradistrict and interdistrict. In-tradistrict is a request to go to a schoolwithin your home district. Interdistrictis a request to go to a school outside ofyour home district. As space is available,these transfers may or may not be ap-proved. If approved, transportation isthe parent’s responsibility. Some districtsbegin the request process early in thecalendar year for the next school year.If a family is requesting an interdis-

trict transfer, it must be approved by theschool district of residence that will be“releasing” the student and the schooldistrict accepting the student. Now isthe time to begin this process for 2013-14, since the request must go throughboth school districts.The priority deadline for requesting

an intradistrict transfer is usually in

February or March.If a school is placed in Program Im-

provement (PI) due to its inability tomeet Adequate Yearly Progress, a stu-dent can request a transfer to anotherschool in the district not in PI, as spacepermits. In this situation, transportationis the responsibility of the school dis-trict. Districts do have deadlines for therequest. A letter is typically sent homenotifying the family of this option atthe end of summer or the beginning ofthe school year.

Charter schools and magnet schoolsA charter school is a public school that

operates independently of the school dis-trict structure. Each charter school hasits own registration process and registra-tion period. Often the registration periodis the beginning of the calendar year forthe following school year. Transportationis the responsibility of the parent.A magnet school operates within a

school district; however, it tends to havea focus area— technology or science, forexample — while still fulfilling all Cali-fornia state standards. Often, enrollmentis based on a lottery that is usually heldearly in the calendar year.

Private schoolsAlthough cost and transportation is the

responsibility of the parent, privateschools may offer benefits that some pub-lic schools are not able to provide, suchas religious education, alternative sched-ules, specialized instruction or before-and after-school care. When choosing aprivate school, there are many questionsparents should ask concerning teachercredentialing, school accreditation and

average class size. Private schools are notaccountable to the Department of Edu-cation to report on student progress.

Home schoolThis is an option for parents who

choose to take the responsibility of edu-cating their child. Often, costs are theresponsibility of the parent; however,there are many resources available forfamilies interested in homeschooling,including support groups or “virtual”schools to provide support and curricu-lum.Some local school districts and charter

schools have also added a home studycomponent. This allows the student todo their work primarily in their homeunder a parent’s supervision. However,there is typically a weekly check-in witha teacher. Curriculum and books are pro-vided by the school.

— For any questions regarding educationoptions in Ventura County, please contact theNBVC school liaison officer at 805-989-5211or email [email protected].

Now’s time to think about school options for 2013-14

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Seabee ChapelPort HuenemeBuilding 1433

Phone: (805) 982-4358Fax: (805) 982-5364

ProtestantSunday worship service: 9 a.m.Choir rehearsal: Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Catholic MassSunday: 11:15 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 10:45 a.m.Wednesday: 11:30 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 11 a.m.

Christian Bible StudiesWomen’s Bible Study: Tuesday,

10 a.m.; Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.,“Duty or Delight: Knowing WhereYou Stand With God.”

Men’s Prayer Meeting: Wednesday,5:30 p.m.

All Hands Bible Study: Thursday,11:30 a.m.

Catholic Religious EducationPre-K through high schoolTuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Chapel of FaithPoint MuguBuilding 121

Phone: (805) 989-7967Fax: (805) 989-7968

ProtestantEpiscopal service: 11 a.m.

Catholic MassSunday: 9 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 8:15 a.m.Thursday: 11:30 a.m.Confession by prior appt.: 11 a.m.

Chaplains serving NBVCLt. Cmdr. Jeffrey HanCommand Chaplain

Lt. Lesa WelliverStaff Chaplain

Father Antony BerchmanzCatholic Priest

Worship schedule

A few months ago, I saw a very oddsight along Wooley Road in Oxnard. Aman in a jogging suit was running along-side the road and had what I initiallythought were two-pound hand weights ineach hand. When I took a second look, Isaw they were not hand weights butbunched stalks of celery that he waspumping up and down as he ran.I am not sure I understand why he was

running with celery stalks. I tried to thinkof all the possibilities.Maybe he gets hun-gry as he jogs and that was going to belunch at some point. Maybe he was agleaning farmworker. Maybe he couldn’tafford weights and improvised, but thenI thought there were so many other thingshe could have used that would have beenmore effective and manageable. There isjust no good explanation for this odd be-havior that I could come up with on thespot.As I think about life though, I wonder

if people examining our behavior would

see things that do not add up or makesense. As we’re running along trying to dothings that are beneficial for us, are wecarrying things that are completely un-necessary, uncharacteristic or utterly ri-diculous? Is there a real purpose for thethings we carry?January is the month in which we ex-

amine our life and figure out what wewantto improve on, change, transform. We

make our New Year’s resolutions basedon our findings. It is a time we trim thingsfrom our lives that are unnecessary.A wise man in Ecclesiastes 1:14 wrote,

“I have seen all the things that are doneunder the sun; all of them aremeaningless,a chasing after the wind.”As we run our race called life, are the

things we do beneficial, or do we feel likewe are just chasing after the wind? This isa good question to ask ourselves as we tryto decide what to change in 2013 to makeimprovements.We can run our best race with a piece

of solid advice from this passage: “There-fore, since we are surrounded by such ahuge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith,let us strip off every weight that slows usdown and so easily trips us up. And let usrun with endurance the race God has setbefore us.” (Hebrews 12:1)Run your best race, andmayGod’s pres-

ence be the strength and sure foundationof your life!

New year a good time to ask: Are we running our best race?

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Sixty-five foster children in VenturaCounty received holiday presents in De-cember thanks to the Angel Tree projectcoordinated byNaval Base VenturaCoun-ty Religious Ministries.“Who knows better than military fam-

ilies what it’s like to be away from parentsand families over the holidays,” comment-ed Lt. Lesa Welliver, the staff chaplainwho organized the project. “I was sopleased to see people open their hearts

and show that they best understand whatit means to be apart.”Families, command leaders, even stu-

dents in the Naval Construction TrainingCenter (NCTC) stopped by the SeabeeChapel and picked up a tag with a child’sname, age, gender and hoped-for gift, thenfilled the wish.TheNCTC liaison picked up the names

of six children, and the students filled theyoungsters’ wish lists.

“NCTC students brought in a boxloaded with bags of gifts — and they’reonly here for three months,” Welliversaid.Kris Bennett, the district director of

Aspiranet, which runs the county’s fostercare program, and Lilia Gurrola, programmanager, picked up the 65 gift bagsWednesday afternoon, Dec. 12, so thechildrenwould get them in time for Christ-mas.“We are so thankful for this,” Bennett

said.Perhaps the most touching present of

all was for one girl who said she enjoyedarts and crafts. The person who chose hertag bought her an art set full of water col-ors, oil pastels and colored pencils — allin a box engraved with her name so she’llalways have something to call her own, nomatter how many homes she lives in.

Angel Tree project provides gifts for 65 foster kids


RP2 Royce Jones loads gift bags into a carso they can be taken to children in VenturaCounty’s foster care system. Waiting behindher are Lt. Lesa Welliver, staff chaplain, andLt. Cmdr. Jeffrey Han, command chaplain.

Base comes through forReligious Ministries

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Sailors from Fleet Readiness Center South-west Det. Point Mugu (FRC) continued theiroutreach efforts with students from the Gate-way Community School in Camarillo with avisit to Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC)Point Mugu Dec. 19.Gateway teaches students who have been

expelled from other schools or recently re-leased from juvenile detention.“For many of them, it’s a last chance,” said

Chief Aircrew Survival EquipmentmanChris-tian Martin, FRC’s quality assurance officerand one of the organizers of the Decembervisit.FRC has an ongoing partnership with the

school, mentoring the students and showingthem that there are other paths they can take,Martin explained.For this visit, FRC brought about a dozen

students aboard and showed them around theFRC work spaces, then took a short trip tothe Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX)

30 hangar for a briefing and tour of the vari-ous aircraft the squadron uses.Also along for the trip was boxer Brandon

Rios, who lives and trains in Oxnard andwhose October win over Mike Alvarado wasnamed Sports Illustrated’s Fight of the Yearfor 2012. Rios has also been working with theGateway students, helping them redirect theirenergy into workouts and physical activity,Martin said.

Students at ‘last chance’ school tour FRC, VX-30

Cmdr. Allen C. Blaxton, left, officer in charge ofFleet Readiness Center Southwest Det. PointMugu, talks with lightweight champion boxerBrandon Rios during a tour of Air Test andEvaluation Squadron (VX) 30 with students fromGateway Community School in Camarillo.

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Lt. Kevin Raspet of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 30 welcomes studentsfrom Gateway Community School in Camarillo during a Dec. 19 tour of thesquadron inside Hangar 372 at Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu. Withhim is Ship’s Serviceman 2nd Class Franck Ouedraogo of the Fleet ReadinessCenter.

Local boxer joins Sailorsin showing youth there arebetter paths in life

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By Lt. Achala EdirisingheVAW-117

For the members of Carrier Airborne EarlyWarning Squadron (VAW) 117, participating inthe 2012 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exerciseoffered multiple professional and personal oppor-tunities; for five “Wallbangers” it offered thechance to re-commit to their Navy service on hal-lowed ground: theUSSArizonaMemorial at PearlHarbor in Hawaii.The memorial straddles the remains of the USS

Arizona, which sank during the Dec. 7, 1941, at-tack on Pearl Harbor, killing 1,177 people aboard.A wall of names memorializes the fallen, 1,022 ofwhom are buried at sea with the ship beneath thememorial.“One of my family members’ names is on the

wall,” said Aviation Machinist’s Mate 3rd ClassCharles McCray, referring toMess Attendant 1stClass Samme Willie G. McGrady.

VAW-117 Sailorsre-enlist aboardUSS Arizona

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Aboard the USS Arizona, Lt. Cmdr. Manny Lopez administers the re-enlistment oath to, from left, PR2 George Lewis, AT2 AshleySchubert, AD3 Charles McCray and AME3 Rebekah Smith, all of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117.SEE RE-ENLISTMENT, PAGE 9

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“Knowing I’m re-enlisting … in theplace where he died for his countrymakes me really proud that I’m part ofthis tradition,” McCray added, notinghis family’s long history of militaryservice.Other Sailors re-enlisting with Mc-

Cray initially joined the Navy for avariety of reasons: to find direction,like Aircrew Survival Equipmentman2nd Class George Lewis; or to improvetheir lives, like Avionics ElectronicsTechnician 2nd Class AshleySchubert.“I came from a rough background,”

Schubert said. “I wanted somethingbetter for myself.”But when it came time to re-enlist,

Schubert wasn’t sure she really wantedto do it. Her fellow Sailors helpedchange her mind.“I mentioned it to one of my Sailors,

and he got really upset. That’s when Irealized that I didn’t want to leave myfamily,” she said, referring to her broth-

ers and sisters in the Navy.Family, both of blood and of bond,

factored strongly into all five Wall-bangers’ decisions to re-enlist.Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st

Class Jose Barrientosclimaco did it tomake his kids proud.“My eldest took me for show-and-

tell,” he said. “They’re so proud of me.Knowing that makes it easier to dealwith the distance and the time apart.”Aviation Structural Mechanic Safety

Equipment 3rd Class Rebekah Smith’smother, Arlene, joined her at the memo-rial to witness her re-enlistment.“My mom was there beside me, just

like she’s always been,” Smith said.After re-enlisting, each Wallbanger

received a flag that had been flown overthe USS Arizona memorial, a gift fromtheir Navy family to remind them oftheir commitment to the service and toone another.“Re-enlisting here, being in the midst

of our heritage … puts the next fouryears into perspective,” Lewis said.“I’m not alone on this journey.”

Re-enlistment ceremony takes place on USS Arizona

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At the USS Arizona memorial, AD3 Charles McCray looks at the name of a relative, MessAttendant 1st Class Samme Willie G. McGrady, who died at Pearl Harbor. McCray re-enlisted aboard the USS Arizona.

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The four-dayWeapons 101 class taughtby theNaval AirWarfare CenterWeaponsDivisionwill take place three times in 2013at China Lake.Dates are Jan. 28-31, April 29 through

May 2 and Aug. 5-8.The class gives a unique overview to

weapons development and provides anopportunity to meet experts from eachsubject area. It is offered at no cost toparticipants in the Engineer and ScientistDevelopment Program (ESDP) and re-cently hired journeymen scientists andengineers. It is also open, by invitation, to

other Naval Air Systems Command andNaval Sea Systems Command employ-ees.The goal of the class is to provide em-

ployees with the bigger technical pictureof weapons by exposing students to thepast, present, and future of weapons de-velopment. The curriculum includes:• Day 1: Introduction,Weapons Survey,

NAWCWDhistory videos,WeaponsMu-seum tour, Systems Engineering, MissionPlanning, System Safety/Insensitive Mu-nitions, Fleet Exercises and Battle-spaceEngineering.

• Day 2: Guidance and Seekers, ControlSystems, Mid-course Guidance, Aero-thermal, Airframe, Air Breathing Propul-sion, Solid Propulsion, and IBar tour.•Day 3:DataLinks,Armament Section,

Target Detection Device, Safe ArmingDevice, Fuze Contact Device, Warheads,Explosive Train, Lethality, Power, Weap-on Software, tour of Machine Shop.• Day 4:Modeling and Simulation, En-

vironmental Tests, Reliability and Main-tainability, Logistics, Ship Integration andAircraft Integration, Test and Integration,Weapons atWar, and a tour of the Range

Control Center.Class hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30

p.m. Monday through Thursday. Onlineenrollment has beenmoved into theNavy’sEnterprise Resource Planning program toallow credit for the classes and to handlethe administration in amore efficientman-ner.For technical questions, contact Rick

Kelly at 760-939-8891 or email [email protected] training and registration questions,

contact Joleigh Rafalski at 760-939-3588or at [email protected].

Weapons 101 series will be taught 3 times during year

By Kimberly GearhartNBVC Public Affairs

While most Sailors were enjoy-ing some down time during theholidays, the Naval Base VenturaCounty (NBVC) Public WorksFacilities Engineering andAcqui-sitionDivision (FEAD)was burn-ing the midnight oil, completingamajor, and at times problematic,resurfacingproject on runway3-21at NBVC Point Mugu.The 11,000-foot runway, which

Lt. Cmdr.Ward Doss, FEAD di-rector, noted was last paved in1967,was in need of a newasphaltoverlay. Because 3-21 crosses thefacility’s second, shorter runway,both needed to be closed for partof the project’s duration.NBVC is home to sevenmilitary

aviation squadrons and servicesthe 36,000-square-mile PointMugu Sea Test Range in additionto several deployable battalionsthat dependon the airfield tomovepeople and supplies. Additionally,NBVC San Nicolas Island, lo-cated 65 miles from NBVC PointMugu, is reachable in a timelymanner only by shuttle flight.“Our air operations team

workedwith local county airportsto support some of our aircraftduring the closure,” said VanceVasquez, NBVC’s deputy publicaffairs officer. “We had to ensurethat we could continue our mis-sion.”

To minimize the impact on air-field services and the variousmis-sions supported at NBVC, theNavalFacilitiesEngineeringCom-mand (NAVFAC) project, bud-geted atmore than $5million, wasscheduled for the slowest opera-tional time of the year— thewin-ter holiday season between Dec.15 and Jan. 1.But just days into the construc-

tion schedule, the contractor,ReyesConstruction, Inc., encoun-tered issueswhilemilling the exist-ing asphalt layer. Workers hadoriginally planned to mill the toptwo inches of asphalt, then resur-face. Due to the condition of thesubsurface, however, the contrac-tor needed to mill an additionalinch to find a suitable surface torepave.That inch of asphalt— and the

extra work it would entail— add-ed $1.4 million to the project.“Under normal circumstances,

it would take a six-month approv-al and negotiation process to getthat extramoney and get the con-tract modified,” Doss said.“Thanks to superb coordinationbetween NBVC Public Works,NAVFAC Southwest and ReyesConstruction, we got it done intwo short days.”Then there were the rain de-

lays.In the end, the project replaced

three inches of asphalt, repaired

the runway’s shoulders and in gen-eral increased the service life —and look — of the airfield at atotal cost of $6.5 million.It was completed by the Jan. 1

date.“That’s record time,”saidCmdr.

JimBrown,NBVC’s public worksofficer.“We fought against theweather,

the clock, unforeseen conditionsand just about anything the pavinggods of the underworld couldthrow at us,” said Lt. j.g. AlexRovinsky, FEAD constructionmanager, “and we prevailed.”

Mugu runway projectfinished in ‘record time’

PHOTO BY KIMBERLY GEARHART / NBVC PUBLIC AFFAIRS

This aerial shot shows the nearly completed repaving project at runway 3-21 at Naval Base Ventura County,Point Mugu. The $6.5 million project was completed in record time.

PHOTO BY LT. J.G. ALEX ROVINSKY / NBVC FEAD

Hot mix asphalt is placed on runway 3-21 during the repaving project.

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James Thime’s grandmother taughthim two key lessons in baking: Alwaysuse cake flour, and always put the dryingredients through a sifter before mix-ing them with the liquids.His grandmother must have been

onto something, because the hospitalcorpsman took first place in lastmonth’s bake-off at the Port HuenemeCommissary at Naval Base VenturaCounty.HM1 Thime of the Naval Branch

Health Clinic Port Hueneme made aChocolate Cherry Surprise Cake thatwowed the judges and put him firstamong the seven competitors.“Thanks, Grandma!” Thime said

when his name was announced.“My grandmother taught me that if

I put everything through a sifter, all thedry ingredients open up and the lumpscome out,” he said. “I also made surethe kids didn’t run around so the cakewould fall.”Thime won $300 at the Dec. 12 event,

the second competition sponsored bythe commissary. A chili cookoff washeld Nov. 7.“Our goal is to have an outreach like

this once a month,” said Velma Siler,store director. “We want to embrace ourSailors. Plus, it’s fun!”The three judges, all masters-at-arms

from NBVC Force Protection, ratedeach entry on taste, presentation anduniqueness.“Each of you did a wonderful job,”

said MA1 Lee Van Horne, who judgedwith MA1 Christoper Uutela and MA1Ryan Vanderpool.Each contestant received cash or a

gift basket.The real winners, however, were the

customers in the store that day. Every-one stopping by the judging area wasinvited to sample the entries and havea free slice of cake prepared by the com-missary bakery.Taking second place in the competi-

tion and earning $200 was DeannaBruchey, whose husband, Steelworker1st Class William Bruchey, is with the31st Seabee Readiness Group. She madeDee’s CocoNutty Snaps.In third place and winning $100 was

Michelle Dentremont, whose husband

is Construction Mechanic 2nd ClassPhillip Dentremont with Naval MobileConstruction Battalion 5. She madePecan Rolls with Caramel Sauce.Morgan Francis, whose husband is

Equipment Operator 3rd Class DillonFrancis of NMCB 4, made Macaroonswith a Mint White Chocolate Filling.Karey Judice, whose husband is

Equipment Operator 1st Class ScottJudice of NMCB 3, made Turtlebacksand had planned to also bring PumpkinSpice Fudge, “but it didn’t set.”Judice also competed in the chili coo-

koff.“I love this,” she said. “It’s a lot of

fun. I plan to do this every time.”Marjorie Chandler of Port Hueneme,

whose husband is an Air Force retiree,made a Banana Nut Bread, and Ale-jandra Barajas, whose husband is Con-struction Electrician 1st Class IsaacBarajas, made Walnut Bread.

Hospital corpsman takes firstin commissary baking contest


HM1 James Thime of the Naval BranchHealth Clinic Port Hueneme presents hisChocolate Cherry Surprise Cake at theDec. 12 bake-off at the Port HuenemeCommissary. The cake took first place inwhat store director Velma Siler hopes will bean annual competition.

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Hundreds of children with parents intow visited last month’s Winter Wonder-land — an event that proved to be, liter-ally, the only bright spot that day at Na-val Base Ventura County, PortHueneme.The annual event next to the Youth

Center was held Saturday, Dec. 15, thesame day a mechanical failure took outpower at NBVC Port Hueneme from10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.As a result, more than 1,200 people

flocked to the event to not only play in42 tons of snow but also to avail them-selves of the free hot cocoa and marsh-mallow roast.“We had generators up, and we rigged

the bathrooms with flashlights,” said Am-ber Melendez, the coordinator of Childand Youth Programs at NBVC Port Hue-neme. “The only thing we couldn’t dowas serve Frito boats.”Frito boats were the last thing on any-

one’s mind as kids tossed snowballs,decorated cookies, had their faces paint-ed and sat on Santa’s lap during the freeevent that started at 3 p.m. and ran wellpast dark, ending just before the powercame back on.CassandraHudson came for the second

year in a row with Brody, now 1, and Ki-ley, now 3. This time, she also broughther husband, ConstructionMechanic 3rdClass Zachary Hudson of Naval MobileConstruction Battalion (NMCB) 3, whowas deployed during last year’s WinterWonderland.“We did this last year and had lots of

fun,” she said. “It’s a lot easier with twoadults.”Parents jumped at the chance to intro-

duce their little ones to snow.“It’s his first time,” said Aviation Struc-

turalMechanic 1st Class Finn Andreasenof Fleet Logistics Support Squadron(VR) 55 as he watched 19-month-old Ki-eren experience the touch, taste and sightof snow. “We’re fromNewOrleans, whereit has snowed twice in the last 60years.”Other families enjoyed the snow thank-

ful that it was only on the CYP groundsand not in their driveway.“We spent three and a half years in

Wisconsin,” explained Equipment Op-erator 1st Class Frankie Cruz of NMCB3, who came with his wife, Erika, andtheir 7-year-old, Chevelle.

1,200 attendWinter Wonderland as base goes dark

His first experience in the snow proved tobe exhausting for 19-month-old KierenAndreasen, shown here falling asleep on theshoulder of his dad, AM1 Finn Andreasen ofFleet Logistics Support Squadron (VR) 55.

Matthew Vizzo, 2, enjoys a cookie he helpeddecorate at Winter Wonderland. Matthewcame with his grandma, Janet Alvarez, aninformation and referral specialist at theFleet & Family Support Center.


Cassandra Hudson watches as her 1-year-old son, Brody, attacks a roasted marshmallow during Winter Wonderland. Brody’s dad is CM3Zachary Hudson of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3.

Madilyn Sprague, 2, gets ready to throwa snowball in the toddler area at WinterWonderland. Madilyn is the daughter ofRebecca and BU2 Charles Sprague of the31st Seabee Readiness Group.

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As they are every year, the numbers areastounding: 900 gift bags, 400 bicycles— row after row of presents lined up inmassive Hangar 34 along the flightline atNaval BaseVenturaCounty (NBVC)PointMugu.“This is amazing!” said Capt. Larry

Vasquez, clearly enjoying his first Opera-tion Holiday Gift Drop as commandingofficer of NBVC.For the 10th year, U.S. Rep. Elton Gal-

legly, R-Simi Valley, said thank you tomilitary families by distributing toys andbikes to children of those on active dutyor mobilized Reserves.The Dec. 16 event began shortly after

noon with Santa and his helpers disem-barking aC-130 aircraft next to the hangarand shaking hands with the hundreds ofchildren standing in line with their parentsfor a gift bag and the chance to receive afree bicycle or motorized car.First in line were 2-year-old Chloe and

1-year-old Seeley, who came at 5:30 in themorning with Mom and Dad, Sherri andUtilitiesman 2nd Class Kendall Batson ofthe 31st Seabee Readiness Group.“We came last year at about 10 a.m. and

didn’t get anything, so we came earlier thisyear,” explained Sherri, who stayed in linefor seven hours despite being 37 weekspregnant.This time, they didn’t leave empty-hand-

ed — no family did, in fact.“I think it’s great,” Batson said as he

juggled the overflowing toy bags.Like the Batsons, many families spent

hours together in line, playing board gamesand catching up with other families.“Four hours went by so fast,” said Sh-

eryl Melbourne, the wife of Chief Equip-ment Operator Marvin Melbourne ofNaval Mobile Construction Battalion 5and mom of 4-year-old Amira. “This issuch a great thing to look forward to overthe holidays. And you can’t beat it fortoys!”ForGallegly, this is a year-round project.

By the time December rolls around, his

home is filled with toys waiting to bestuffed into gift bags.“It used to be food,” he said. “Then we

branched out into toys.”This year, he also supplied 500 turkeys

for Thanksgiving.Gallegly retired from Congress this

month, but his friends say Operation GiftDrop won’t stop.“This will continue,” said Jack Howard

of Newbury Park, who has volunteeredwith the event for six years.Families said nothingwould please them

more.“Everyone thinks military families have

oodles of money, but that’s not the case,”

said Corinna Savage, mom to 6-year-oldKyle and wife of Chief Builder Sean Sav-age of NMCB 4. “Everything helps.”She smiled as she looked into the gift

bag and saw something attached to anelectronic toy.“Look!” she said. “They gave us batter-

ies! That’s awesome.”Gift bags were separated by gender and

age, so youngsters were guaranteed to findsomething they’d like. Therewere no scenesout of “A Christmas Story” — no pinkbunny suits for a 9-year-old boy.Instead therewere basketballs and radio-

controlled cars, several of which kept theirnew owners entertained as they waited forthe bike raffle to start.Sometimes, Christmas does come ear-

ly.

900 gift bags,400 bicyclesdistributed tomilitary kids

Capt. Larry Vasquez, left, commandingofficer of Naval Base Ventura County,looks on as U.S. Rep. Elton Gallegly greetsCapt. David Sasek, chief staff officer of thebase. Gallegly, who retired this month, hassponsored this event for 10 years.

More than 900 gift bags and 400 bicycles fill a large portion of Hangar 34 the morning ofOperation Holiday Gift Drop on Sunday, Dec. 16.


Santa greets the crowd waiting outside Hangar 34 at the start of Operation Holiday Gift Drop. The first in line arrived at 5:30 a.m.

Marisabella Rivera, 1, falls in love with thestuffed animal she pulled out of the gift bagshe received during Operation Holiday GiftDrop. She is the daughter of Maria and UT2Javier Rivera of Naval Mobile ConstructionBattalion 5.

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Help when you need it.The Fleet & FamilySupport Center

Ladies, what would you do if you got aflat tire while driving? What if your carstarted leaking oil?You might be thinking, “I’d take it to a

mechanic” or “I’d have my husband fixit.”Unfortunately, as military spouses, our

husbands leave us at the drop of a hat formonths— or years— at a time. And howmany times have you left mechanics hav-ing no idea of what they’ve told you?Here at the Fleet & Family Support

Center, we want to help you avoid thosesituations and empower youwith the skillsyou need to perform your own basic automaintenance with our brand-new work-shop called “Miss Fix-It: Auto 411.”Growing up, my dad performed all the

maintenance on our cars. He’d be out in

the garage in his coveralls for hours at atime working on things that were sure toleave him dirty and covered in grease.When I turned 16 and was given the

family clunker to drive, my dad insisted

that I learn some basic things about carsand how to maintain them before I wasallowed to drive.“You have to take care of the car,” he

told me. “It’s not going to take care ofitself, and I’m sure not going to take careof it for you when you’re the one who’sdriving it.”With an obvious roll of my eyes, I head-

ed into the garage. A few weeks later, Iemerged with auto skills you wouldn’tbelieve. I felt like I could take on any Ford,Chevy or GM mechanic. I knew how tochange a tire, check all my fluids, changea brake light, headlight and turn signaland even change my own oil.I felt empowered.Todaywhen I go out on the road, I don’t

worry about what I’ll do if I get a flat tire.

I don’t have to pay $40 or more for an oilchange because I do it myself inmy garagefor less than half the price. I want you tohave the same advantages, empowermentand peace of mind. Wouldn’t you like totake care of those things yourself ratherthan relying on someone else whowill takeyour time and money? You can! Join usforMiss Fix-It: Auto 411 from 10 a.m. tonoonWednesday, Jan. 16, at the PortHue-neme FFSC and learn valuable skills thatwill save you time and money.For information call 982-5037.And look for future Miss Fix-It work-

shops that cover evenmore auto skills anddo-it-yourself fixes in your home.— Brittany Barton is a Work and Family Lifeconsultant at the Fleet & Family SupportCenter.

Miss Fix-it class Jan. 16 teaches automobile basics

Empoweryourself

withBrittanyBarton

FFSC

Toll-free appointment scheduling ser-vice: 1-866-923-6478, call 24 hours a day,seven days a week. Personal, marital, fam-ily counseling; financial management;spouse employment; transition assistance;relocation assistance; life skills workshopsare available at the Fleet and Family Sup-port Center. Now with three locations:NBVC PointMugu, Bldg. 225 next to thechapel, 989-8146; NBVC Port Hueneme,Bldg. 1169 behind NEX, 982-5037; Ca-marillo, Catalina Heights military hous-ing complex, 913B Calle la Roda, 982-5037.All classes at Port Hueneme unless oth-

erwise noted. Call 982-5037 for more in-formation. Workshops also available incommand spaces. Child care option avail-able with prior registration.

Career Support and Retention(Register for TAP classes with your

Command Career Counselor)• Transition Assistance Program —

GPS: Mondays-Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 4p.m. daily, Jan. 14-18; Feb. 4-8; Feb. 11-15.• Advancement Seminars: Do you need

help preparing for the enlisted advance-ment exam?We can teach you test-takingtips and study skills to improve yourchances to of success! Thurs., Jan. 17, 1to 3 p.m., Point Mugu; Thurs., Jan. 24, 1

to 3 p.m., Port Hueneme.• Starting a Small Business with SBA

and SCORE: Learn the practical steps tocreating your own business, local resourc-es, financing options. Thurs., Jan. 24, 5to 7 p.m.• Corporate ResumeWriting: Cutting-

edge resume techniques! Fri., Jan. 11, 7:30to 9 a.m.; Fri., Jan. 25, 7:30 to 9 a.m.• Interview Skills: Prepare for your job

interview, learn about the interview pro-cess and conduct mock interviews. Mon.,Jan. 14, 1 to 3 p.m.• EXCEL Basics: Learn how to useMi-

crosoft Office Excel 2007 software forboth personal and professional use. Fri.,Jan. 11, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Port Hueneme;Wed., Jan. 16, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Port Hue-neme; Fri., Jan. 18, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. atPoint Mugu.• Spouse & Family EmploymentWork-

shop: Learn important job search skills,resume basics and more! Tues., Jan. 22,1:30 to 3:30 p.m.• Federal Employment & Résumé:

Learn about resumes, relevant websitesand application process for federal jobs.Fri., Jan. 25, 9:15 to 11 a.m.• Tips for Navigating Temp Agencies:

Learn new ideas for securing employmentthrough a temp agency. Mock interviewskills. Thurs., Jan. 31, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Ca-marillo.

Deployment Support• Deployment Homecoming: Your

spouse is coming home! Learn what toexpect and how to help both of you makethis a rewarding reunion. Thurs., Jan. 17,3 to 4 p.m., Point Mugu.• IA Family Connection: Whether this

is your first or 21st experience with IA’s,join other family members and meet thespouses of deployed service members.Share your own knowledge of the IA ex-perience. Thurs., Jan. 17, 4 to 5 p.m.

Command LiaisonThe Fleet & Family Support Center can

provide services at your location . Call theFFSC command liaison at 982-3159 oremail [email protected].

Operation Prepare• General information: 982-6251.• Disaster Preparedness: Be informed,

have a plan and make a kit. Come andlearn what emergencies are likely in Ven-tura County and how to better prepareyourself and your families. Tues., Jan. 22,1 to 2 p.m., Camarillo; Thurs., Jan. 24, 4to 5 p.m., Port Hueneme.

Relocation Assistance• General information: 982-3726.

Ombudsman• General information: 982-6251.

New Parent Support• In-home visitations available for chil-

dren up to 36 months. Call 805-982-4130for more information.• New Mamas Support Circle: For ex-

pecting mamas and mamas with babies0–15 months old. Information, educationand support. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to1:30 p.m.No registration needed. Just stopin!• Playtime for Toddlers: An interactive

parent-toddler playgroup for babies 15-36months. Tuesdays, 10 to 11 a.m. MidwayCommunity Center. Call 805-982-5037 formore information.• Yoga Mamas: For expecting and new

mamas. a gentle stretch. Tuesdays, 12:30to 1:45 p.m., Bee Fit Center.

Parenting• Teen Parenting (6-part series): Learn

how to communicate effectively with yourteen. Thursdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14, 1:30 to3 p.m.• Co-Parenting (5-part series): For di-

vorced or separated parents. Tuesdays,Jan. 15-Feb. 12, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

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Help when you need it.The Fleet & FamilySupport Center

Exceptional Family Member• General information: 989-8844.• EFMP Support Network. Get togeth-

er with other EFMmembers to share in-formation and support. Tues., Feb. 12, 3to 4 p.m., Port Hueneme; Tues., March12, 3 to 4 p.m., Point Mugu.

Victim Advocate Services• General information: 982-5037.• Victim advocates can conduct safety

planning; assist with obtaining emergen-cy shelter and housing; assist in obtainingprotective orders; provide information onreporting options, as well as divorce orcustody; provide information on transi-tional compensation and make referralsto community agencies. Call 982-4117 tospeak to an advocate.

Sexual Assault Preventionand Response (SAPR)

• If you are a victim of sexual assault,please call the 24-HourDoDSafeHelplineat 1-877-995-5247,• SAPR Data Collection Coordinator

(DCC): SAPR DCCs are responsible forreporting data related to unrestricted re-ports of sexual assault. Initial TrainingMon., Jan. 14, 9 to 11 a.m.• SAPR Initial Victim Advocate Train-

ing: Prepares individuals to assist victimsof sexual assault with reporting options,accompaniments, referrals and crisis in-tervention. Individuals must be approvedby their command and screened by theSARC prior to attending the course.Mon.-Thurs., Jan. 28-31, 8 a.m. to 4p.m.• SAPR Point of Contact (POC) Quar-

terly Meeting: Information and guidanceto assist commands in meeting Depart-ment of Navy SAPR training require-ments. Thurs., Jan. 31, 10 to 11 a.m.

Life Skills Workshops• General information: 982-3102.• Miss Fix-It, Auto 411: Familiarize

yourself with your vehicle and learn howto perform basic maintenance that willsave you money! Jan. 16, 10 a.m. tonoon.

• Anger Management (6-part series):Practical participative class in respectingyour anger as a tool, reducing the numberof anger episodes and reducing the inten-sity of anger expressions. Must meet withinstructor prior to start date.Wednesdays,Jan. 16-Feb. 20, 5 to 6:30 p.m., PointMugu.• Communication Skills: Improve rela-

tionships at home, work and play. Wed.,Jan. 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Camarillo.• Goal Setting: Learn how to identify,

prioritize, and achieve long- and short-term goals through planning and organi-zational strategies. Wed., Jan. 9, 10 to11:30 a.m., Camarillo; Fri., Jan. 25, 9:30to 11 a.m., Port Hueneme.• The 5 Love Languages: Learn the se-

cret to creating a long relationship thatwill last a lifetime. Fri., Jan. 29, 5:30 to 8p.m., Camarillo.

Financial Management• One-on-one financial counseling avail-

able. Topics include money management,home buying, car buying, retirement plan-ning and financial planning for deploy-ment. Call 982-3159 for appointment.• 10 Ways to Save Money as a Mom:

Learn ways to save as a consumer. Mon.,Jan. 14, 10 to 11 a.m., Camarillo.• Command Financial Specialist Train-

ing: E6 and above, must attend all ses-sions. Call 805-989-1682 to register.Mon.-Fri., Jan. 28-Feb. 1, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.,Point Mugu.

Free food distribution• Usually the third Saturday of every

month, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bldg. 19, nearthe Pleasant Valley Gate on NBVC PortHueneme behind Print Shop on the load-ing dock. Bring a laundry basket to carryyour items. Food items vary from monthto month. One issue per family. BringLES; income guideline statement availableat distribution site. Eligibility: Active dutyE-6 and below or spouse; E-7 with two ormore dependents; or a custodian of a childwho is a family member of active dutypersonnel on deployment.

— For information, please call Sandy Lyle,command liaison, at 982-3159 or [email protected].

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The Fleet & Family Support Center isoffering free computer classes for peoplewho want to improve their personal orprofessional skills.Classes are taught in a hands-on, work-

shop-type setting at the FFSC centers atNaval Base Ventura County Port Huen-eme and Point Mugu. Personal laptopsare recommended.Child care is available for military fam-

ilies as long as requests are made in ad-vance.Classes are offered in basic and inter-

mediate EXCEL and basic PowerPoint.Basic EXCELwill cover formatting, short-cuts, printing preferences, formulas andmore. Intermediate EXCEL will coveradvanced shortcuts, formulas, charts andreferencing.To register, call work and family life

specialist Michelle Pollock at 982-3102,or email her at [email protected] is the schedule for the next three

months:• EXCELBasic: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Fri-

day, Jan. 11, Port Hueneme; 4:30 to 6:30p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, Port Hueneme;9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 18, PointMugu; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 8,Point Mugu; 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.Wednesday,Feb. 27, Port Hueneme; and 9:30 to 11:30a.m. Friday, March 8, Point Mugu.• EXCEL Intermediate: 9:30 to 11:30

a.m. Friday,March 1, Port Hueneme; 9:30to 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 15, PointMugu; 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 19,Port Hueneme.• PowerPoint Basic: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Fri-

day, March 29, Port Hueneme.

Computer classes start this month

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By Lt. Todd FowlerCOMACCLOGWING

Families of squadronmembers stationedat Naval Base Ventura County, PointMugu, held their annual holiday partySaturday, Dec. 8, in Hawkeye Country’sHangar 554.Going for something faster than a sleigh,

Santa arrived in one of Carrier AirborneEarlyWarning Squadron (VAW) 117’s E-2C Hawkeyes.Each of the 200 children attending met

Santa, then received a treat and a toy.The event included several craft tables,

games and a hot dog cookout.The party was put on by the Command-

er Airborne Command Control and Lo-gistics Wing, led by Capt. MatthewDanehy, commodore, and Capt. ToddWatkins, deputy commodore.

Santa arriveson Hawkeye

PHOTO BY LT. TODD FOWLER /COMACCLOGWING

Tyler Ventimiglia, 4 months old, snuggles upto Santa during the Dec. 8 holiday party puton by the Commander Airborne CommandControl and Logistics Wing. Tyler is the sonof Arliene and Lt. Cmdr. Matt Ventimigliaof Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron(VAW) 116.

He forgoes the sleigh forWing’s holiday party

How will you “be the change” in2013?That’s the topic of an essay contest be-

ing put on by Naval Base Ventura Coun-ty Child and Youth Programs (CYP).Youth 12 to 18 years old who have not

yet graduated from high school are in-vited to enter the contest. Their parentsmust be active duty military personnel,Department of Defense civilians paidfrom appropriated or non-appropriatedfunds, Reservists on active duty whiletraining, Department of Defense contrac-tors or active duty Coast Guard.Essaysmust be turned in by Jan. 18. The

maximum length is 500 words.The question can be addressed in one

of three ways:• On a philosophical level, what needs

to be changed in 2013 in your community,city, state, country or the world?

• On a personal level, what will you doto make a change in yourself in 2013?• How have you already helped change

the world, and how can you spread yourmessage to others in 2013?Essays must be typed, and the writer’s

name, age, sponsor’s name and phonenumber must appear at the top of the firstpage. Essays must be printed out andturned in to one of the three CYP youthcenters: Port Hueneme, Bldg. 1487; PointMugu, Bldg. 150; or Catalina Heights,Camarillo, Bldg. 1124.One essay will be selected as the winner

and the writer will receive a bicycle. Thewinner will be notified by phone, so it isimperative that the phone number on theessay is correct.For more information, call Jake Mun-

yon, youth program director, at 982-5182.

Essay contest open to teens

The registration deadline is quickly ap-proaching for two youth soccer programsat Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC).Junior World Cup Youth Soccer is for

children 5 to 12 years old. It’s a non-com-petitive league; six games are played onSaturday mornings. The fee — $50 formilitary and $55 for Department of De-fense (DoD) civilians — includes a Feb.16 skills clinic, the six games, a uniformand an end-of-season trophy.Registration ends Jan. 15, and the first

game is set for Feb. 23. Volunteer coachesand referees are still needed for this pro-gram.

Start Smart Youth Soccer is for young-sters 3 to 5 years old. The class focuses onfundamentals, and the five weekly classeswill include drills and scrimmages, with afocus on sportsmanship. Parents are en-couraged to participate. Registration endsJan. 15, and the first class is Feb. 23. Costis $50 for military and $55 for DoD civil-ians.Registration forms are available at all

the Child Youth Program facilities atNBVC. For more information call theCamarillo Youth Center at 805-383-6240,the Port Hueneme center at 982-4218 orthe Point Mugu center at 989-7580.

Youth soccer registration ends Jan. 15

Amarriage workshop will be held from6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 5-7 at the Seabee Chapel,Naval Base Ventura County, Port Huen-eme. A special dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb.9 officially ends the workshop, which is

open to all married or engaged active dutymilitary couples. Beginning Jan. 14, thechapel will receive calls for enrollment anddetails. Seating is limited. Call (805) 982-4358 for details or a reservation.

Religious Ministries holds marriage workshop

A total of 429 pounds of canned foodwas collected over the holidays at NavalBase Ventura County (NBVC) for distri-bution to needy families.Food was collected through Dec. 14 at

the Seabee Chapel, NBVC Port Huen-eme.“It is always wonderful to give a gift to

someone and to receive the joy of seeingthe look on their face when they open theirgift,” said Lt. LesaWelliver, the staff chap-

lain who organized the food drive. “At thistime of year though, meeting the basicneeds of a person who does not have foodfor the holidays is much more signifi-cant.“As a Religious Ministries Team, it has

been our gift to be a part of sharing thisblessing with the community who is sup-ported through the Ventura County FoodShare program.”Food Share serves 74,500 families.

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Yes, Virginia, there is a SantaClaus — proven by two Sailorsstationed at Naval Base VenturaCounty who made sure Santavisited some local classrooms.The Sailors enlisted help from

50 others to buy presents for chil-dren at Sunkist ElementarySchool in Port Hueneme andArtHaycox Elementary School inOxnard. Teachers placed the giftbags on their students’ desks afterthe youngsters had gone home,so the next morning when thestudents got to school, it lookedlike Santa had visited.The project started with one

classroom10 years ago, then grewto three classrooms last year andwas able to expand to six this yearbecause of the Sailors’ efforts,organizers said. That’s 182 chil-dren.Aviation Support Equipment

Technician 1st Class RikWallaceof the Fleet Readiness Center

Southwest Det. Point Mugu(FRC) heard about the projectthrough his wife, Liz, who worksfor the Ventura software engi-neering company that came upwith the project.

He andNavalAircrewmanMe-chanical 2nd Class Aaron Prath-er of Fleet Logistics SupportSquadron (VR) 55 enlisted thehelp of their friends and co-work-ers, each of whom received a pa-

per listing a child’s first name,age, clothing size, gender, favoritecolor, favorite book topic anddesired toy.Sailors then went out and

bought each child a jacket, glovesor mittens, Crayons or coloredpencils, a book and a toy. Someaddedmore, like a toothbrush orhairbrush.“Once we started it just blew

up,”Wallace said. “Some peopletook four or five names.”He figured about 30 Sailors

from FRC and 20 from VR-55took part.“Everyone got really active,”he

said. “People are really generouswhen it comes to kids.”Sunkist first-grade teacher Es-

tella Mendoza has participatedin the Secret Santa program forseveral years. She said the chil-dren’s faces light up when theysee the gift bags on their desks.“They just walk in and the

presents are there,” she explained.“No work gets done that day —

well, a little, but not thatmuch.”She said each child writes a

thank-you note to Santa.“One gift is really a help to

some of these families,” she said.“I had one momwho was almostin tears telling me how happy shewas that her child was going toget a gift.”

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AS1 Rik Wallace, left, of Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Det. PointMugu and AWF2 Aaron Prather of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VR)55 look over the contents of gift bags destined for two elementaryschools in Oxnard. About 50 of their co-workers volunteered to helppurchase presents for the students.

I had one momwho was almostin tears tellingme how happyshe was that herchild was goingto get a gift.

— Estella Mendoza, teacherSunkist Elementary School

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By MC1 Kim McLendonU.S. Navy

Sailors fromNavyOperationalSupport Center (NOSC) VenturaCounty, alongwith local veteransin hospice, paid tribute lastmonthto those lost in the Dec. 7, 1941,attack on Pearl Harbor during aSpirit of ’45 event organized byVITAS Innovative Hospice Careand the Shoreline Care Center inOxnard.“This visit was especially impor-

tant to our veterans and our cur-rently serving Sailors given the71st anniversary of this infamousday in history,”said Capt. RonaldOswald, commanding officer,NOSC Ventura County.In residence at Shoreline are 40

veteranswho served duringWorldWar II or the Korea or Vietnam

wars or the years between. Todemonstrate the high regard theyhold for these veterans, 19 Sailorsvolunteered their time to visit withthem Dec. 7.“There are few thingsmore pre-

cious than our time, and our Sail-ors seek to show their respect andappreciation to our local veteransby giving their time and a ‘listen-ing ear,’”Oswald said.CommandMaster Chief Terry

Delacruz asked those in his com-mand at NOSC to take time toremember this historical and som-ber day in American history.“On this day 2,335 servicemem-

bers and 68 civilians were killedin the one hour and 50minute at-tack on our Pacific Fleet 71 yearsago,” said Delacruz.The event beganwith colors be-

ing presented by the VenturaCounty color guard.“Presenting the colors to these

heroes is going to be one of mygreatestmemories that I will sharewith friends and family for manyyears to come,” said HospitalCorpsman 3rdClassWilliamGib-son, NOSC Ventura County. “Itwas truly an honor to spend timewith them and listen to their in-credible stories.”A static display of World War

II memorabilia from TouchingHistory, a touring military mu-seum, and a POW/MIApresenta-

tion table set by the NOSC pro-vided a historical and solemnatmosphere.“It’s wonderful to have the

younger military spend time withour residents,” said Shoreline Ac-tivitiesDirector JoanPonce. “Theycan relate to each other and shareexperiences.”AddedOswald: “There is a very

unique bond between those whohave taken the oath of militaryservice, regardless of their genera-tion or age. There is a quiet senseof kinship and understanding ofcommonly shared sacrifices and

challenges endured and over-come.”Master of Ceremonies Lyndsey

Hale, wife of Lt. Rondal Hale, aninstructor for the Civil EngineerCorps Officers School at NavalBase Ventura County, Port Hue-neme, said Dec. 7 was her grand-father’s birthday, andhe joined theArmy twodays after the attack onPearl Harbor.“Although he is gone now, I

think of him and ourmanyWorldWar II veterans every December7 and how that moment was sucha tragic call to action,” she said.

Sailors chat with veteransduring Pearl Harbor tribute

PHOTOS BY MC1 KIM MCLENDON / U.S. NAVY

Chief Yeoman Ryan Arnoldussen of Navy Operational Support Center Ventura County visits with Navy veteranKenneth Freberg during a Pearl Harbor memorial event Dec. 7 at the Shoreline Care Center in Oxnard. Full-time support and Navy Reserve Sailors visited the facility as part of a Spirit of ’45 celebration, organized byVITAS Innovative Hospice Care.

Capt. Ronald Oswald, commanding officer, and IT2 Amber Glessner,both of Navy Operational Support Center Ventura County, visit withretired BM2 James Ring, a veteran of the Vietnam War.

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“At this point, we anticipate that at leastfive Navy boxers will be here training,”said Kevin Ludwig, who has organizedboxing events on base for the last 15years.Among them will be Builder Construc-

tionmanCrystal Renfroe of NavalMobileConstruction Battalion 5, who stole theshow at the box-off two years ago whenshe entered the ring as a local boxer anddefeated a member of the Navy’s officialboxing team,RhondaMcGee, then amas-ter-at-arms seaman.Information Systems Technician 2nd

Class Nicole Saunders, who competed onlast year’s boxing team, also plans to re-turn.The three men who currently plan to

attend are new to the team.Ludwig said problems started last Oc-

tober when the Marines put their boxingprogram on hold for six months due toadministrative issues. Then the Navy andAir Force didn’t have enough qualifiedboxers to field a team, so the champion-ships were canceled.

Until last year, the Army had won thechampionships for two decades straight.Last year, the Marines won.The location of the armed forces event

had rotated among the four branches ofthe military. Naval Base Ventura Countylast hosted the event in 2010 and wasscheduled to host it in 2014.Ludwig said the cancellation of the

championships is bittersweet.“I think it’s disappointing,”he said. “But

at the same time, this would not have beena good event for us. There wasn’t a strongturnout.”

He said the Navy requires all its boxersto have at least five sanctioned fights beforethey start training for the champion-ships.However, for the U.S. Nationals, these

less experienced boxers can compete asnovices, so they don’t need the fivefights.“This way, they can get the experience

and see what it’s all about,” Ludwig said.The All-Navy Box-Off was scheduled

for Jan. 26 in the Bee-Hive at NBVC PortHueneme. Ludwig said the event has beenheld for six years and typically draws 500boxing fans from the local community. Tenboxers attended last year.The ongoing renovation of theWarfield

Gym would have posed some logisticalproblems, Ludwig said. TheWarfield shutdown for renovations last year immedi-ately after the box-off and isn’t expectedto reopen until February.During the last two box-offs, boxers have

taken a break from training and visitedlocal schools to chat with students abouttheir lives and their work. Ludwig said thatcould happen again this year while boxerstrain for the U.S. Nationals.

Boxing program in military takes a hitCONTINUED FROM 1 I think it’s

disappointing. But atthe same time, thiswould not have been agood event for us.

— Kevin LudwigOn cancellation of Armed Forces Boxing

Championships

the PointMuguAir Show featured theU.S.Navy Blue Angels jet demonstration teamand NAS Point Mugu home-based squad-rons.These includedAirTestandEvaluationSquadron (VX) 4, which flew the F-8 Cru-sader and F-4B Phantom II, and the NavalMissileCenter,whichflewA-4SkyhawksandA-3Skywarriors.Some jets evendropped livebombs to demonstrate an aircraft’s strikecapability.Civilian air show acts during this time pe-

riod included Dick Schram, “The FlyingProfessor,” in his PiperCub as a comedy actandFrankTallman, a legendaryHollywoodstunt pilot, flying a bright red World War IFokker DR-1 German plane. Tallman wasjoinedbyJamesAppleby,whoflewaFrench-madeNieuportModel 28, and they provid-edaturn-the-clock-backact featuringthe twopilots duelingduring theSpaceFair. Schramand Tallman would later die in air crashes;Appleby died in 2010 at the age of 86 afterbreaking his hip in a fall.During the 1970s anRF-8Crusader from

VFP-63 would usually begin the show per-forming a photoflash loop while puffs ofwhite smoke and photocharge flares were

ejected from the aircraft.TheU.S.AirForceDemonstrationTeam,

theThunderbirds,performedfor the first timeduring the 1971 Space Fair, flying the Mc-Donnell Douglas F-4E Phantom II.That same year, BobHoover flew his yel-

low and black P-51Mustang, another high-light of the show. Just last year, Hooverhelped the pilot of a P-51 that ran into trou-ble over Mobile, Ala., safely land his plane.According to“Flying”magazine, thedirectorof the museum that owned the P-51 calledHoover because “Nobody’s got more timein aMustang or knowsmore about them.”After the 1974SpaceFair, thenameof the

event was changed to the Point Mugu AirShow.The Royal Air Force sent an MR Mk 1

Nimrod, amaritime reconnaissance aircraftthat flies at high subsonic speeds, to the 1979air show. Itwas the first and last appearanceby the Royal Air Force.PointMuguair showswereamong the few

toperform liveAIM-9Sidewinder air-to-airand Zuni air-to-ground rocket launch andbomb-drop demonstrations before an audi-ence. The 1981 show marked the last timelivemissileswere launchedbyPacificMissileTest Center F-14A’s at an air show.

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from her upcoming deployment.Littlejohn was one of about 45 Sailors

fromNaval Base Ventura County (NBVC)who was invited to the set of “The Price isRight,” the long-running CBS game showhosted byDrewCarey inwhich contestantstry to guess the price of merchandise. Theyjoined dozens of other members of themilitary for the specialVeteransDayepisodethat aired Nov. 9.Actual taping took place nearly amonth

prior, soonahotSeptemberday, theSailors,wearing their Service Dress Blues made ofwool, headed down to Los Angeles.“We didn’t know at that point who’d be

picked for the show,”she said. “All we knewwas that they were looking for cheerfulpeople with lots of personality. I thought,‘Cheerful with lots of personality? I’m al-ready that way!’”InLosAngeles, all themilitary personnel

were lined up in groups of 15. Each personwas asked two questions: Are you excitedto be here? And what do you like to do forfun?

“I knew thiswas a once-in-a-lifetimemo-ment,” Littlejohn said. “So I said that yes,I was excited to be there, and I said I likedtodance.Theyaskedmewhatkindof danceI’d do if I went on the show, and I said, ‘I’lldo whatever dance you want!’“That got me on the show.”Littlejohn ended up being the only com-

petitor from the Navy.“They told us to have poise and to be

professional,” she said, “but I knew frompast episodes that everyone was the totalopposite.”So when she heard her name and that

trademark “Come on down!” she admits:“I kind of lost my mind. There’s no namefor the dance that I did. I was just so ex-cited.”It was, she said, “pretty epic.”Thencame thehardpart.Thecompetitors

had to name the correct price for a winecooler. A Seabee in the audience suggestedthat Littlejohn say $900, and shewas aboutto do that when the competitor next to her,having heard the suggestion, beat her toit.“So I said $1,100, and I was right on the

nose,” she said.Thenext thing sheknew,DrewCareywas

handing her five $100 bills.“Hewas very funny,”Littlejohn said. “He

was really happy, really nice. He hands methe money and asks me what I do for theNavy and I tell him I’m a Seabee construc-tion worker. Then he quotes John Waynein ‘The Fighting Seabees.’ I found out laterhe’s prior military.”Carey served six years in theU.S.Marine

Corps Reserve.Next, Littlejohn competed in the show-

case—agas grill and aquad. Shewon that,

but then lost thewheel spinon theShowcaseShowdown.“I was still happy to be on the show,”she

said.So now she has a wine cooler that she

hasn’t opened yet — “I’ll probably give itaway,” she said — $500 that will cover thetaxes on herwinnings and a quad and a gasgrill that are expected to arrive byFebruary.She’ll be deployed then, but her housematehas promised to take good care of them.“I’ll put them to good use when I get

back,”Littlejohn says. “I’ve never been ona quad, but I love dirt-biking. And I wasraised barbecuing. My parents own a bar-becue restaurant in Berkeley, and to thisday I’d rather grill than cook!”She said her parents and other relatives

all over the country are proud of her.Her one regret is that she didn’t give a

shout-out to her housemate, Julia Burchell-Smith.“I gave a shout-out toNMCB 5, but not

Julia,” she said. “I can’t believe I didthat.”Maybe some barbecue will make up for

it.

Game show proves lucrative for NMCB 5 SeabeeCONTINUED FROM 1 I kind of lost my

mind. There’s noname for the dancethat I did. I was justso excited.

— BUCN Brittany LittlejohnOn hearing her name called

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Licensed & BondedDealer.No smog required.

WWW.TRADEINSDIRECT.COM.

2219 E Thousand OaksBl.#205 .Thousand Oaks

Ca. 91362 FREEappraisal and offer to buy.

[email protected]

(805)496-2967VCS321869

Pets&Supplies300-315

310Cats/DogsSupplies/Services

Online Classifieds. Buy or Sell.vcstar.com/ads

AUSSIE SHEPHERDMINIATURES REG. $400

2 black, Tri’s, 1F,1M with tails.

805-529-2163 VCS321629

310Cats/DogsSupplies/ServicesBLUE NOSE PITBULL,

Female, spayed, shots. Pinktoe nails with a personality

to match. 805-798-4878VCS321999

DACHSHUND PUPPIES2 Males. Ready to go!

$400. Call 805-312-5649 or805-386-4270 VCS322289

DACHSHUNDS AKC $500661-769-8807 or 661-333-4697www.aaapuppydogs.com

VCS321516

DOG Malti-ZuMales & Females,Adorable Malti-Zu

puppies, great familypets. $300 and up (1tea-cup left) $300.00

(818)266-7920 VCS321937HAVANESE Really cute and

fun puppies. Male andFemale from $900.

www.myplayfulpuppy.com805-320-1246 VCS321675

KITTENS SPECIAL $75.00!Sat & Sun 11-5 @ PetCo/Vta& PH, 4160 Market & Donlon

805-485-8811 VCS322103

LABRADOR Puppies AKCblacks & yellows,

xlnt pedigree guar $700,established since ‘69

brueggerlabradors.comNear Magic Mountain209-604-4445 VCS307356

VCS322407

PUG PUPPIESAKC, Purebred, Males $300,

Females $500. Call805-499-5410 VCS321976

SHIH TZU PUPPIES AKCBeautiful color, small size$500. www.lovelyshihtzu.com

805-415-8661 VCS321698

SIBERIAN HUSKYFemale, 10 weeks old,

1st shots, $750/obo.805-315-6564 VCS321968

Volunteers NeededWith Retail Experience.

Cats Cradle Rescue ThriftShop. Wed thru Sun 11a-5p805-485-8811 VCS321513

YORKIE - AKC - M & FBeautiful Yorkie Puppies.Microchipped. From $700.www.myplayfulpuppy.com805-320-1246 VCS321674

Employment500-585

540Help Wanted

Air Cond Installers &Journeyman Service Techs.Installers all levels. Techsmin 10 yrs. F/T, Benefits,Good DMV must. West

Coast A/C, 3430 Galaxy Pl,Oxnard (805)485-1410

VCS322400

Air Cond Installers &Journeyman Service Techs.Installers all levels. Techsmin 10 yrs. F/T, Benefits,Good DMV must. West

Coast A/C, 3430 Galaxy Pl,Oxnard (805)485-1410

VCS321355

540Help Wanted

Apt. Maint Tech -Groundskeeper

Santa Paula - 4 properties3 years exp. Bilingual

(Eng/Spanish). Salary +benefits. Send resume to

Laura 805-620-9294VCS322359

Auto Sales

VENTURATOYOTABIG VOLUMEDEALERSHIP

Needs energetic andmotivated sales

professionalto join our team,

6,000 GUARANTEETO STARTWe will train.

See dealer for details.

We offer:• Top Commissions• Bonuses• Promotions• 401k• Health Benefits

APPLY IN PERSONSee Octavio Fierros805-650-0510 ext: 264

VCS322016

Auto

ServiceGreeters

Thousand Oaks new cardealership seeking

Service Greeters. Call inconfidence to 805-732-8889

VCS321522

GOLD COAST ACURASeeks a highly motivated

Salesperson. Qualifiedindividual must have autosales and computer exp.Performance bonus and

commission and full healthbenefits. Greg or Ron805-642-3600 or Email:

[email protected]@goldcoastcura.com

VCS322095

Lighthouse for Women &Children (Christian non-profit) is seeking: Admin.Coordinator (FT) - preparestatistical reports, writegrants, speak to organiza-tions; Associates Degree inOffice Management/Secre-tarial Skills, 1-2 + yearshomeless ministries exp;bi-lingual preferred. Email:

[email protected] or fax to

805-385-4126 VCS321348

Manager, CommercialAnalysisAmgen Inc. has an opportu-nity for a Manager, Com-mercial Analysis. Reqs:Master’s & 2 yrs exp; &exp w/project mgmt; quan-titative techniques & statis-tical analysis; SASprogramming. Job site:Thousand Oaks, CA. Sendresume to: Ref. #84SVBF,Global Mobility, Amgen,Inc., One Amgen CenterDrive, MS: B36-2-C, Thou-sand Oaks, CA 91320. Nophone calls or e-mails pls.Must be legally authorizedto work in the U.S. w/osponsorship.EOE.VCS321926

540Help Wanted

Ventura Toyotais expanding!

Great opportunities for:• Used Car Technician• Reconditioning Techs -

Smog License a plusPositive, fast paced

working environment.Must have clean drivingrecord. Apply in personto Service Director orsubmit your resume [email protected]

VCS321906

BUS OPERATOR$15.77-$22.14/hourly range

Excellent benefits &CalPERS pension plan.This recruitment will

close at 4pm, onJanuary 11, 2013. See:

www.goldcoasttransit.orgto submit your

application. VCS322221

Appliance Co.

HOLIDAYRUSH

18+ WorkersNeeded at Once805.532.2132

Interviewing Today!VCS321331

COMPUTERS...Senior Agile PLM Develop-er in Simi Valley, CA. Sup-port, upgrade, & maintainOracle modules. Performreqs gathering, activitiessupport dvlpmt, coding, &setup testing. Reqs: BS + 5yrs of exp. Apply: XavientInformation Systems, Inc.,Attn: S. Presutto, Job ID#SAPD05, 2125 N. MaderaRd., Ste. B, Simi Valley, CA93065. Work assignments ofa few months to a fewyears in various unantici-pated U.S. locations.VCS321885

Managers - QA in SimiValley,CA. Manage QA pro-jects. Coordinate and man-age testing for web & datawarehouse apps. Controlteam productivity and met-rics for mgmt reporting.Reqs: 3 yrs of college leveled. in Comp Sci, Engrg, orrel. field + 5 yrs of exp.Apply: Xavient InformationSystems, Inc., Attn: S. Pre-sutto, Job ID#MQA9, 2125N. Madera Rd., Ste. B, SimiValley, CA 93065. Work as-signments of a few monthsto a few years in variousunanticipated U.S. loca-tions. VCS321948

540Help Wanted

Dental Assistantfor Back OfficeP/T Experienced.2-3 days per week.

Fax resume: 805-484-3221VCS321728

DRIVERO’Reilly Auto PartsDistribution Center

of Moreno Valley, CA isseeking a remote driver tooperate a commercial truckfrom our company fleet andprovide safe, timely, andquality deliveries to ourstores and surrounding are-as. The Driver must live inthe Oxnard / Ventura area.Requirements: CurrentClass A CDL with Hazmatendorsement required.Qualified applicants mustbe able to pass pre-employ-ment drug and alcohol testsas well as DOT physical.Salary commensurate withexperience.To apply for thisposition please send resumeand salary requirements to

[email protected]

540Help Wanted

Electrician - F/T, Journey-men & trainee electricians.

Full benefit package.West Coast Power Solutions3430 Galaxy Place, Oxnard

Must apply within.805-485-4433 VCS321404

ELECTRICIANSEstablished ElectricalContractor is seekingCertified Journeyman &Apprentices for SantaBarbara & Ventura are-as. Xlnt pay & greatbenefit package, (medi-cal, dental, vacation, 401k& more).

Fax resume 805.684.2260or Call 805.684.1010

VCS321706

Buy it. Sell it. Find it.vcstar.com/ads

Religious EducationDirector: F/T; Nonprofit

Christian church; plan andcoordinate religious pro-

grams; Bachelor ofTheology + 5 yr exp or 5 yr

related. Resume:The Korean Presbyterian

Church of Thousand Oaks @390 Arcturus St., ThousandOaks, CA 91360 VCS321982

540Help Wanted

Residential ElectricianMust have piece workexperience. LA & VTACounty. Fax resume:

805-499-0824 VCS321566

DIRECTOR ofNURSING

30 Bed Psychiatric Hopsi-tal in Oxnard specializingin Eating Disorders seeksRegistered Nurse withsupervisory & psychiatricexperience. Moving Al-lowance. Signing Bonus.

Resume with degrees,licenses, work & salary

history to fax:805-512-8744Attn: Dr.Rader or email:[email protected]

VCS322414

540Help Wanted

vcstar.com/garagesales

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1-800-321-2752”

Acoustic Ceilings

Removals•Respray•Paint1 Day Svc.

www.keysacoustic.comFREE Estimates!

Mike 805-208-6281lic# 416345 VCS322231

Carpentry

SIGNATURE FINISHCARPENTRY, INCBonded/Insured/Licensed• Crown Molding • Doors• Wainscot • Mantles

• Columns • Etcwww.SignatureFinishInc.com

805-558-0551Lic#948934 VCS321940

Carpet Cleaning

Lee’s MaintenancePowerful Truck MountCarpet Steam Cleaning

Upholstery / Rugs*3 Rooms...$60*Pet odor/Scotch guard*Tile grout clean/Polish*Floor strip/ Wax*Complete House clean

805-987-3071 VCS322319

Carpet Repair

CARPET REPAIR& CLEANING &

TILE CLEANING• Stretching • Patches

• Carpet to TileCarpet Rescue805-483-0899

(Lic #787080) VCS321319

Accessstories and features about new housing

communities. Visit VCSHOMES.com

ComputerServices

On-Site Computer RepairService for home and

businesses. Apple and PC.Repairs, Service, Virusand Spyware removal,

New PC Setups, iPhonesetc. 15 yrs exp.

Local, call for appt:805-443-0900 VCS321320

Concrete Work

CLARK & SONSCONCRETE

•Driveway/RV Pad•Patios•Pool Decks •Sidewalks

No Job Too Small

805-583-0480LIC#408242 VCS322271

Construction

RECESSIONRATES

For all your homeimprovement & more.

Fast, Free [email protected]

805-382-0464818-312-2308

Lic#342943 VCS322381

RECESSIONRATES

For all your homeimprovement & more.

Fast, Free [email protected]

805-382-0464818-312-2308

Lic#342943 VCS321311

Doors

TIM’S CUSTOMDOORS

Over 200 StylesFrench Swing Sliders, AllBrands, Locks. Hardware,

Moldings. Wholesale Prices.25 Years Experience!

(805) 527-5808Lic #724376 VCS321857

Drafting



ARCHITECTURALDesign & Drafting

REMODELINGADDITIONS

NEW CONSTRUCTIONEXPERIENCED805-444-7371

(LIC # C10380) VCS322192

ElectricalContractor

AROUND TOWNELECTRICBEST VALUE!

Since 1981Experienced ContractorGreg & Steve Mendonca

Specializing in ResidentialJobs & Repairs atReasonable Rates.No Job Too Small

805-988-0636Lic #407590 VCS321426

ElectricalContractor

Conejo ValleyElectric

Lighting SpecialistRecessed & LandscapeAnything Electrical!Family Owned* FREE Estimates *

SERVICE CALL $50Cool off whole house, Attic &

Gable Fan Specialists.Supply a ceiling fan & wewill install it for you. $149

We install ALLWall Mount, Flat Screen

TV’s, Speakers & NetworkSystems.

Will Beat Anyone’s Price!

805-497-7711818-259-4055

www.conejoelectric.com

Lic#922260 VCS321815

Fencing

JOSE’SFENCES

Wood Fences & Gates. Newor Repairs Vinyl Fencing &

Wrought Iron. Chainlink.Block Walls. Best Prices.

Prof InstallationFree Est/Senior Discounts

805-443-3817 or805-483-5699

Ins/Lic#798198 VCS311138VCS322154

REDWOOD &CEDAR FENCINGGATES • REPAIRS

20 YEARS EXP805-983-2252Lic #08-00090751

VCS322374

Firewood

Grade A FirewoodFor a Low price

Cut & Cured & SplitFree Delivery and

Free Stackingwithin reason.805-444-5504

VCS322323

Search for available jobs.vcstar.com/jobs

SEASONEDWINTER

FIREWOODOak, Almond, Eucalyptus

& Mixed, 16’’& 22” AvailableVC Woodcutters

805-987-6792 VCS322284

Flooring

HARRISHARDWOODFLOORING37 Year Veteran

Master CraftsmanshipSales and Installation

Refinishing and Repairs805-654-0969

Greg. Lic 643309 VCS322178

Gardening

JJ’S GARDENINGLandscaping • GeneralCleanups • Haul Trash•

Sodding & Seeding • TreePlanting and Pruning •

Stump Removal.Good Prices!

* FREE Estimates *805-760-2204 ; 805-986-0370

Lic#1119461 VCS321854

Handypersons

CHUCK STOUTHANDYMAN

All Trades:Plumbing, Tile, Electric,

Drywall, Painting, Windows,Framing & Carpentry.

30 + years in Conejo ValleyFREE Estimates805-499-2860

Lic# 771801 VCS321918

HANDYMANStucco, Fencing, Drywall,

Doors, Paint Texture,Plumbing, Tile, RoofRepair, Carpentry,Windows, Concrete.

All Work Guaranteed805-491-8330

St lic/bond 905329 VCS321787

• lights • plumbing• doors • carpentry• locks • cabinets• painting

Tim Voorhees 527-5808LIC #724376 VCS321858

PARAMOUNTHeating,Plumbing,ElectricalPainting, Drywall, Stucco,

Carpentry, Windows, Doors,Landscaping & Hauling.

FREE Est & Sr. DiscountsNo Job Too Small!

Richard 805-815-8745Lic#086358 VCS322177

Hauling

AL’SHAULING!

7 Days-FREE Estimates!(805)485-9334

• Tree/HedgeTrim andChain Saw

• Yard Rototilling• Garage Cleanups

• Appliance Removal* Will Haul Big or Small *Lic. 94-06169 VCS321614

CJ HAULING* Real Estate Clean Up

* Jacuzzi Removal* Yard & Garage Clean Up

* Fence Removal* Concrete, Demolition

Debris & MoreFREE Estimate Anytime!

805-252-3836VCS322382

Hauling

MATT’S ALL HAULWE DO IT ALL!

•Real Estate Clean-up•Construction Clean-up•Trash & Yard Clean-up

Demolition Services•Landscape Construction,

•Bobcat Services•We Pick-up Scrap Metal

FREE ESTIMATE805-643-HAUL(4285)lic #084142 VCS321870

Tito’s Hauling& Fences

LANDSCAPINGTREE REMOVALGREAT PRICES!• Any Demolition• Garage/Yard

Clean Ups• Concrete Work• Wood Fences

• Jacuzzi Removal• New LawnSprinklers

SENIOR DISCOUNTSCell (805)890-3239

VCS322322

House Cleaning

HOUSECLEANING over 20years exp. Excellent, fastefficient & thorough workat modest prices, and...

“I DO WINDOWS”and gutters. I also love

to help the elderly as needed.Have xlnt references.805-201-8585 VCS321853

Maid In AmericaHousecleaning

ServicesPaul Lopez

Owner/Operator23 Years Serving the

Conejo Valley

(805)499-7259Lic/Bonded/Insured

(#08033) VCS321980

Lee’s MaintenanceProfessional

Complete CleanHouse•Store•BuildingJanitorial•Construction

Move in/outRegular/onetime

•Carpet-Truck Mounted•Windows/Blinds/Wallwash•Floor strip/wax/Tile grout•Kitchen/Bathroom clean

987-3071Service local since 1986

VCS322320

Landscaping

JOSE’SLANDSCAPE& Tree Service

•New Lawns•New SprinklerSystems All Repairs

• Synthetic Grass Install.Concrete & Masonry Work

Clean-ups• Weed Abatement• All Your Landscape NeedsFree Est. / Senior Discounts

(805)443-3817(805)483-5699

Ins/Lic#798198 VCS322153

Moving

ADVANCEDMOVING

We Make Moving “Easy”Locally Owned

No Job Too Big or Small*Free Boxes*805-584-2007

Cal T#182606 VCS321514

Paint Contractor

AAA Pacific CoastConstruction

•Kitchen & Bath Remodels•Paint & Drywall Specialist•Interior/Exterior Painting•Acoustic Removal/RetextureReasonable Rates

FREE ESTIMATESWE DO IT ALL !!

Guaranteed Quality WorkCall Matt 805-443-4608

Lic# 579047 VCS321862

DONE RIGHTPAINTING

Quality Since 1989Contractor.....

does his own work.Lots of Referrals!

• All work guaranteed• Residential• Full Preparation

* FREE ESTIMATES *

805-522-1698Lic/Ins #575354 VCS322179

PAINTINGC & R WEST COAST

SERVICESComm’l & Residential

Interior & ExteriorFree Estimates!

Quality @ Reasonable Rates805-647-4900

Insured/Lic635809 VCS321613

Plumbing

Clogged Drains?$50 DOLLARROOTER MANAny drain or sewer line

unclogged only $50! 24 hr/ 7805-758-9420

Insurd/lic#B13894 VCS321515

Rain Gutters

RAIN GUTTERSSt. Patrick’s

We will climb and cleanyour rain gutters.

FREE ESTIMATES805-760-8079 or

805-760-8900Insured VCS321745

Roofing

JLG ROOFINGDBA Gils Roofing Co.

New Roof, Re-Roof,Flat Roof, WoodworkOwner on every job!

Free Estimates!All Work Guaranteed!www.JLGRoofing.com

805-816-9414Lic #885763

Insured/Workers Comp.Accepting Visa/MC/Discover

VCS321453

Fast & DependableQuality Work

(805)487-8189www.ericksonsroofing.com

Free Estimates.InsuredLic #734346 VCS321861

ROOFINGREPAIRS

“Winter is nowhere. Is your roofweather proof?”

Specializing in all types ofroofing and roof repairs.Incl gutter work, any dryrot repair/painting /installincl carpentry.Inspection/repair Pipes, fireplaces,

no job too small•Free estimates

• All work guaranteed• 24 hour services

• 33 years experience805-428-7651

VCS322168

Sprinklers

BOBLETT’SSPRINKLER SVC*Repairs *Timers*Trouble Shooting*System Tune-Up*Upgrade Existing

Systems805-804-7785 VCS322172

Tile Contractors

JONATHAN’s TILEMaster Craftsman• Showers • Floors

• Bathroom Remodels• Back Splashes• Wood Flooring

We will beat any writtenestimate by 5%.

(Estimate must be frominsured/licensed contractor.)

805-443-3843www.venturacountytile.com

Lic#736631 and InsuredVCS322281

Tree Services

LOW COSTTREE REMOVAL

• Expert Trimming• Stump Grinding• Yuccas & Shrubs• Free Estimates

JOHN APPEL

(805)649-4759VCS322068

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HealthcareClinical Lab Scientist

Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate ofCommunity Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,

community-based acute care facility dedicated to servingthe 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai

Valley. Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuingcare center, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas(DNV), and licensed by the California Department of

Health Services. In addition we also operate a primarycare clinic in the Ojai

Valley -- The Oak View Family Practice Clinic and theKeeler Center for the study of Headache.

We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skillednursing services for mostly primary and secondary care

needs. In addition we operate a 24-hour standbyemergency room facility. Our staff is committed to

providing exceptional care and comfort to each patientwithin our facility. Our highly trained staff of physicians,

nurses, management, and volunteers work closelytogether to ensure the best in health care services. Ojai

Valley Community Dental,Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a

comprehensive Retirement plan, flexiblespending accounts, paid time off, and a variety of other

great benefits. If you are interested in joining teams thatmeld quality care and compassion to create an

environment of excellence, please take a moment todiscover more about what it’s like to work at

Community Memorial Health System.CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer

Responsibilities:(1) On- Call Position Available Assists the section

supervisors in maintaining the highest levels of clinicaland pathological laboratory services to all customers of

CMHS. Performs allautomated technical blood bank, microbiology,

hematology, coagulation, urinalysis and chemistrytechnical procedures as required. Maintains smoothly

functioning section or shift as assigned. Is able tofunction as a lead in the absence of section including

supply.Effectively deals with peers and hospital personnel.

Resolves issues within authority limits andrecognizes authority limits. Completes required reports

within allotted time frames. Maintains a safeenvironment in the laboratory. Assists in education,training and practice of safe work habits of fellow

employees. Performsinstrument maintenance and quality control.

Takes corrective action asrequired. Participates in performance improvementactivities. Maintains strict patient confidentiality and

recognizes age-specific criteria.

Qualifications:Required:

•Current CA ClinicalLaboratory Scientist License

•Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College orUniversity’ or one to two years related experience and/or

training; orequivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:•Recent experience in a Clinical Laboratory of an acute

care facility is preferred.VCS322038

Healthcare

Occupational Therapist

We offer some of the best benefits in the industry, alongwith great career choices, training, and leadership

development. At our facility, our employees share theirenthusiasm for life as well as for helping others. As youbalance your work life with your other passions, we’re

there for you every step of the way.

CMHS offers excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental,Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a

comprehensive 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spendingaccounts, paid time off, and a variety of other great

benefits.

If you are interested in joining teams that meld qualitycare and compassion to create an environment of

excellence, please take a moment to discover more aboutwhat it’s like to work at Community Memorial Health

System.

“CMHS is an EOE/AAEmployer”

Responsibilities:Provides evaluation and treatment to a variety of in and

outpatient diagnoses. Performs initial and on-goingassessment according to department policy and scope of

practice. Documents the treatment and relevantinformation according to organizational policy and

regulatory status.

Qualifications:Current licensed Occupational Therapist in the State of

California. One (1) to two (2) years acute careexperience is preferred. Professional experience and/or

training in both inpatient and outpatient areas preferred,including pre-graduate clinical internships. Current CPR

certification is requiredVCS322037

540Help Wanted

Healthcare

Case Manager

We are seeking aFull-Time status

licensed/pre-licensedMarriage Family

Therapist orLicensed/pre-licensed

Clinical Social Worker tofacilitate psycho-

education and processgroups as well as

complete psychosocialassessments and conductfamily therapy sessions

in an acute inpatientpsychiatric setting foradults and adolescents.

Experience working withchronically mentally illadults as well as groupfacilitation is preferred.

Must have some weekendavailability. Bi-lingual

Spanish a plus. If you areinterested and meet ourminimum requirements,

please submit yourresume along with 3

professional referencesthat can be contacted toverify your experience

to: [email protected] or

fax to 805-653-1373.Pre-Employment

Background Check &Post-offer Drug

Screen/Physical ExamRequired. Contact:SarahGreen,MFT Supervisor of

Case Management805-626-5290 Mon.-Fri.

8am-4:30pmsarah.green@

aurorabehavioral.comVCS322041

HealthcarePhysical Therapist, CA

licensed for busy T.O. orthopractice. Must be exp.Prod. bonus. Fax to:

818-901-4517 [email protected]

VCS322025

Healthcare

Therapist MFT/MSWIntern-(unpaid)

We are seekingMFT/MSW Interns with

some experience tofacilitate groups/case

management in an acuteinpatient psychiatric

setting. Applicants shouldhave experience with

chronically mentally illadults, and some group

experience preferred. Weare looking to fill

vacancies Mon.-Fri.9am-5:30pm with someweekend availabilityrequired, minimum 3days per week, for a 1

year commitment. Pleasedo not apply if you areunable to complete the

one year commitment asan unpaid Intern. You

will receive training andsupervision with all

populations ages 12-olderadult. If you are

interested and meet ourminimum requirements

please submit yourresume, including 3

professional referencesto: sarah.green@

aurorabehavioral.comand/or call 805/626-5290

Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm formore information. Weconduct background

checks and drug screenson all Interns offered a

position. VCS322042

540Help Wanted

Palms at Bonaventure,Ventura’s Assisted LivingCommunity is hiring for a

Resident ServicesCoordinator (LPN/LVN)

We need a people-focusedprofessional to addressservice issues of ourresidents. Must have

current CPR/First Aidcertification. We offer

competitive compensationand a great work

environment. Send coverletter and resume via fax:

805-647-0361 or email:[email protected]

EOE. VCS322161

Landscape GardenerPlans lawns, plants & culti-vates them, using garden-ing implements & poweroperate equipment.Plan

new & repairs establishedlawns, using seed mixtures& fertilizers recommendedfor particular soil type &

lawn location.Mows & trimslawns, using hand moweror power mower.Trimsshrubs & cultivates gar-

dens.Cleans grounds usingrakes,brooms & hose.Instit-

ue sprinkler systems toachieve maximum water-

ing. Purchases requisitions& enters orders for account-

ing purposes.Advise cus-tomers as to what

measures should be takento achieve maximum aes-

thetic effect;2/yrs exp. req.$31,533.00/yr 40/hrs/wk plus1 1/2 o.t.,job site ThousandOaks.Applicants send thisad your resume/letter of

qualifications to VEMGO-GREEN.Attn:Efrain Me-

nendez,1540 Thousand OaksBlvd, Thousand Oaks,CA

91360.Mailing address P.O.Box 7655,Thousand oaks,CA 91359 VCS321754

Lighthouse for Women &Children (Christian non-profit) seeking: Lead CaseManager (FT) case man-agement duties, staff super-vision - 5 years experience,Bachelor Degree required,Masters preferred; bi-lin-gual preferred. Email:

[email protected] or fax

805-385-4126 VCS321386

540Help Wanted

Fleet MechanicRover

$27.45 - $31.82 per hourImmediate opening for an

experienced Class A orClass B Fleet Mechanic.Will maintain and repair

diesel and gas fleet trucksas a rover within Venturaand Nipomo, CA. Requires

2 yrs full time work expdirectly related to

Automotive / Truck Repair& demonstrated capability

to perform vehiclediagnosis, maintenance and

repair. Candidate shouldhave proven quality recordand employment history,sound decision makingskills. Experience inCummins, GM 6.5,

International VT365 and444T and Mercedes

Sprinter Diesel preferredand gasoline engines (Ford,

Chevy). For a full jobdescription and to apply,

visit our website:www.fritolayemployment.com

VCS322318

Maintenance/GardenerF/T for apt comm in Vta.

Pay $9.25/hr. Preparevacancies & gardening.

805-642-4500 VCS322108



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to join our lifesavingteam! We are seeking

entry-level phlebotomistswho are outgoing &responsible, w/ a

passion to help save livesin our community. We

are willing to traincandidates w/

outstanding customerservice experience. Priorphlebotomy certificationis not required. F/T w/

varied hours. Musthave open availability for

all hours w/ variedschedule. This position is

responsible for healthscreen & phlebotomy ofblood donors at mobileblood drives & in ourdonor centers. Great

salary & benefits. This isa physical position

requiring ability to lift &carry up to 50 lbs.

Apply in person:United Blood Services

2223 Eastman Ave, VTA

EOE M/F/D/VClose date: 1/11/13

Pre-empt drug screenreq’d VCS322247

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MEDICAL

REGISTEREDNURSE

If you are looking for ajob w/ purpose, apply

now to join our lifesavingteam! We are seeking an

RN who is outgoing &responsible, w/ a passionto help save lives in our

community. We arewilling to train new grads

w/ outstanding peopleskills. 32-40 hrs per wk

All shifts available.Must have open

availability for all hrsw/a very varied schedule.

This position isresponsible for health

screen & phlebotomy ofblood donors at mobileblood drives & in our

donor centers.Competitive salary &

benefits. This is aphysical position

requiring ability to lift& carry up to 50 lbs.

Apply in person:United Blood Services

2223 Eastman Ave, VTA

EOE M/F/D/VClose date: 1/11/13

Pre-empt drug screenreq’d VCS322249

Oak Park UnifiedOPHS COACHING

POSITIONS• JV Softball Head Coach• JV Girls Volleyball

Head Coach• Frosh Girls VolleyballHead Coach

Starts mid Jan.Stipend Payment

Contact Ann PettitOPHS Athletics Office

818-735-3303 VCS321586

Lighthouse for Women &Children (Christian non-profit) seeking: ProgramCoordinator (FT) Lead allprogram activities - 5 yearssupervisory experience;Bachelors in HR or relatedfield. Masters preferred;bi-lingual preferred. Email:

[email protected] or fax to

805-385-4126 VCS321388

RestaurantHost/All Kitchen Positions

FT or PT, $8/hr. Pleaseapply in person at Lupe’sMexican Restaurant, 1710E. Thousand Oaks Blvd,T.O. 91362 VCS321506

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Security Officers NeededImmediate Openings, Vta.Start $11-12/hr. Free Medi-cal/Life Insurance & 401k.Call to schedule interview818-841-0288 VCS322426



SENIOR SECRETARY$2,985.32-$3,721.66/MO

F/T w/Vta Co Ofc of Ed -HSgrad & courses/ sec sciencebs admin or related field &4 years sec exp. Appl/jobdesc from HR, 5189Verdugo Way, Cam Info(805)383-1913 or applywww.edjoin.org EOE

Deadline: 4:00 p.m., 1/7/13VCS322049

Social ServicesTurning Point Foundation,a non-profit agency serving

adults with serious andpersistent mental illness,has the following positionavail in our psychosocial/rehabilitation clubhouse:• Lead Rehabilitation

SpecialistFor more info visit:

www.turningpointfoundation.orgVCS321959

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Welders & FittersMersen USA in Oxnardhas a position for aWELDER & FITTERwith TIG and Flux-Coreexperience and an ASMEpressure vessel back-ground. Join our teambuilding chemical pro-cessing equipment out ofa variety of metals fromCarbon Steel to ReactiveMetals. Mersen is a bil-lion dollar a year, inter-national corporationoffering opportunities toour employees includingRelocation Assistance,Great Benefits and aBonus Plan. EOE. Forconsideration contact:

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Registered Nurse - ICUOjai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate ofCommunity Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,community-based acute care facility dedicated to servingthe 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai Valley.

Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing carecenter, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),and licensed by the California Department of HealthServices. In addition we also operate a primary careclinic in the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family PracticeClinic and the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.

We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursingservices for mostly primary and secondary care needs. Inaddition we operate a 24-hour standby emergency roomfacility.

Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care andcomfort to each patient within our facility. Our highlytrained staff of physicians, nurses, management, andvolunteers work closely together to ensure the best inhealth care services.

Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellent benefits,such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&Dinsurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirementplan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and avariety of other great benefits.

If you are interested in joining teams that meld qualitycare and compassion to create an environment ofexcellence, please take a moment to discover more aboutwhat it’s like to work at Community Memorial HealthSystem.

CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer

Responsibilities:Provide direct and indirect patient care in the acuteinpatient setting. Communicate with physicians andinterdisciplinary patient care team members aboutchanges in patient’s clinical condition. Participates inperformance improvement and CQI activities.

Qualifications:Required Qualifications:

•One (1) years recent ICU nursing experience•Current CA RN License•Current BLS Certification•Current ACLS Certification•Current PALS CertificationPreferred Qualifications:

•CCRN CertificationVCS321026 VCS322039

Healthcare

RN II - Emergency Department

Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate ofCommunity Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,community-based acute care facility dedicated to servingthe 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai Valley.

Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing carecenter, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),and licensed by the California Department of HealthServices. In addition we also operate a primary careclinic in the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family PracticeClinic and the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.

We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursingservices for mostly primary and secondary care needs. Inaddition we operate a 24-hour standby emergency roomfacility.

Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care andcomfort to each patient within our facility. Our highlytrained staff of physicians, nurses, management, andvolunteers work closely together to ensure the best inhealth care services.

Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellent benefits,such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&Dinsurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirementplan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and avariety of other great benefits.


CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer

Responsibilities:

Provide direct and indirect patient care in the emergencydepartment. Communicate with physicians andinterdisciplinary patient care team members aboutchanges in patient’s clinical condition. Participates inperformance improvement and CQI activities.Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Current CA RN licenseCurrent BLS, ACLS & PALS certified.

Two (2) years current Emergency, Medical Surgicalor Critical Care nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

CEN CertificationTNCC Certification

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Director of Room Experience

Located close to the beach, just 60 miles north of LosAngeles, Community Memorial Hospital is a 242 bednon-profit, acute care facility, committed to providequality patient care in an environment that promotesclinical excellence and innovative leadership.

We offer some of the best benefits in the industry, alongwith great career choices, training, and leadershipdevelopment. At our facility, our employees share theirenthusiasm for life as well as for helping others. As youbalance your work life with your other passions, we’rethere for you every step of the way.

CMHS offers excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental,Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer acomprehensive 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spendingaccounts, paid time off, and a variety of other greatbenefits.


“CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer”Responsibilities:

The Director of Room Experience plans, directs,supervises and coordinates the organization andadministrative functions in all areas of the RoomsDivision; sustain total compliance with standards ofoperation; ensuring that staffing is maintained at anappropriate level to match patient census; participatingin all regular operation meetings and in the formulationof strategic business plans; establishing monthlyreporting system to monitor quality; handling all patient,resident, visitor, and staff complaints expeditiously tocomplete resolution; closely monitoring the RoomsDivision financial performance; provides solutions toimprove problem areas and assists in implementingcorrective measures. The Director of Room Experiencemust have a passion for excellence with a warm,friendly, and positive attitude that provides all patientsand visitors with quality service while maximizingpatient experience, staff productivity, and developingEVS and laundry staff. Supports the strategic mission,vision and values of the organization.Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Management, HospitalityManagement, Business Administration or a related fieldis required. Master’s Degree is preferred. Minimum offive (5) years of management experience inenvironmental services within a healthcare setting orminimum five (5) years experience in a luxury hotelenvironment at a senior Rooms Division leadership level,preferably at a 500+ room property is required. Serviceoriented style with professional presentation skills. Highenergy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader,effective communicator, effective in providingexceptional customer service and ability to improve thebottom line. Clear concise written and verbalcommunication skills. Must be proficient in MS Word andExcel Bilingual preferred.

Please apply online at www.cmhshealth.orgVCS322032

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Quiet 54 Unit Community.“1 Bedrooms, Up to

$900 Gift Card”• Studios $1,275• 1 Bedroom $1,395• Dual Master 2+2 $1,725fireplace,renovated,custom

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866.462.1407VCS321606

CamarilloCamino Ruiz Square

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Crossroads Investments300 Esplanade Dr STE 580

Oxnard, CA 93036805-485-4040

NORTH OXNARD• 1+1 downstairs, lg patio,carport, water/trash pd,nr 101 Fwy & shops, $875.• 2+1 upstairs/downstairs,

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VCS322459

NICE, QUIET STUDIOS FOR 55+Private balconies + views.

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Walking distance to stores,and to doctors’ offices.Heated pool, BBQ area,

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Santa Paula, CA 93060Pets ok. Section 8 welcome.805-525-5804 VCS322081

609ApartmentsUnfurnished

Oxnard BeachChannel IslandVillage Apts

Studio $9251+1 $1,0752+1 $1,295

Spacious floor plans,heated indoor pool &spa tennis ct & gym.Only $500 dep!!

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VCS321801

OXNARD El Rio single apt,tv & utils pd, kitchen area &

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VCS322405

OXNARD SHORES• 2+1, upper unit, $1,100/mo.• 2+1, lower unit, $1,200/mo.1 car, lndry, quiet, no pets.

Toni, Bkr 805-984-3613VCS322074

OXN LG 1+1, 2 storyDetach Guest Cottage,

inclds utils/cbl, laundry, N/P$1250+dep, 805-486-7929

VCS322151

PORT HUENEME1+1 upstairs, carport,

coin-op, water & trash pd,near beach and base, $875.Crossroads Investments

805-485-4040crossroads-investments.net

VCS321891

T.O. WINTER SPECIAL@ MOUNT CLEF APTS• Studio - From $900/mo• 2 BD - From $1,500/mo• 2 BD+den - $1,700/mo

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VCS321446

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609ApartmentsUnfurnishedVENTURA 3+2, $2,100/mo.3 prk’g spaces, large patiow/ocean views. Gas paid.

Low security. Vance805-641-1776 VCS322099

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Call 866-799-0390VCS322205

VENTURA EAST

2013Here We Are!

CITRUS GLEN805-647-6755

Call We Answer!VCS321461

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No pets. 805-643-7972VCS322378

VTAApts. Available for Low

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805-325-1730 VCS321679

VTA Enjoy Resort StyleLiving at.....

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VCS322142

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805-648-1760www.gardnercompany.comHarborview apts/gardnermanagement VCS321977

VTAHUGE 1 BR

800 sqft, incl garage$1,150 - $1,200/mo

Pinehurst 866-963-4667VCS322457

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617Condos/TownhomesUnfurnished

Camarillo 3+3 Condo, gatedcommunity, 2 car gar, f/p,close to school & stores,

all within walking distance.$2,100/mo+dep. 805-484-1500or 805-479-4432 VCS322331Cam Leisure Village 55+Gated Community: 2+21,690 sqft, 1 car gar, allamenities, suitable pets

o.k. $1,835/mo+sec.805-523-7746 VCS322356OXNARD DUNES 2+2.5

Two story, 2 car gar, patio,quiet, $1,450/mo. Toni, Bkr805-984-3613 VCS322076

PT HUE Harbor Lights 2+2+ atrium. 2 car gar, pool &tennis, $1,595/mo. Toni, Bkr805-984-3613 VCS322077SIMI WOODRANCH 3+3

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VCS321764

Ventura 3+2 $1295,remodeled, newer:carpet,paint, wood flooring, dbloven w/microwave, manyutil pd, pool/spa/jacuzzi/tennis, gar, fridge incld,

large balcony, privacy,Pets ?

805-981-1552Keith Hanson Realty

VCS322188

VTA OPEN HOUSETodd Ranch 3+1.5

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627Houses Unfurnished

CAMARILLO 4+3Beautiful 2-story, view home

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ceilings, FR w/ FrPic,3car/gar. A/C, patio. $3,050.

Grdnr. incl. 310-293-1998VCS322431

CAM HEIGHTS Guest housew/loft, on 1 acre , enclosedyrd, washer/dryer, fridge,

new stove, cable, grdnr incl,$1500all util incl. Avail Now

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a/c hm in gated areaoverlooking Las Posas

Valley. 3 car gar, 2730sflease $3,000/mo, gardenerincluded. 805-484-1812 or

805-231-1116 VCS322292FILLMORE 2+1, very cute,

wood floors, pvt yd, 1 cargar, w/d hkups, $1,560/mo+

utils. Avail Jan 1st 2013.805-794-7437 VCS321646MOORPARK Excellent

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patio. $2,650/mo+sec.805-277-9062 VCS322387MOORPARK Excellent

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627Houses Unfurnished

OAK VIEW 2+1 w/carport,upgraded kitch, open flrplan,

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805-649-2045 VCS322211

OXNARD LARGE 4+2.52 car gar, f/p, neutral

decor, $2,475/mo. Toni, Bkr805-984-3613 VCS322078

SANTA PAULA 3+1$1400/mo + $1400 dep.805-585-3747 VCS322182

SIMI 4+2.5 + a/c + f/p +formal dining rm + fam rm,

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good area, newer tile. AvailNOW! $2,550/mo+$3,000/sec.Gwen Willee 805-522-2697 or805-491-0355 VCS322413

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Call (805)522-2697Gwen Willee VCS321463

SIMI BEAUTIFUL 3bd+2ba.1 story. Brand new carpet,

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VTA MIDTOWN 3+2,carpet, blinds, fenced yard,

garage, gardener,$1,800/mo+sec.OPEN HOUSE

SAT, Jan. 5th, 10am-2pm2405 East Ocean Ave

909-354-6313 VCS322190

677Rooms For Rent

CAMARILLO furnished, tv,micro, refrig in rooms.

$360/bi-weekly or pvt entry &bath $430/bi-wkly. Near Santa

Rosa and stores. N/D/D/S805-857-0310 VCS321962

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805-388-5027 or 805-910-9973VCS322272

MALIBU: Near Co-Line.Very private, One BedroomCabin. Porch, patio, washer/

dryer, SAT/HDTV, WiFi.Rustic wood floors, walls,

open beam ceilings.Panoramic view of Boney

Ridge on 27 acre Dry GulchRanch (movielocations

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OXNARD NORTHRoom Available Now.

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utils/cable/internet included.805-483-3202 VCS322134

OXN Room for Rent$550mo, utils incld, N/P805-200-1496 VCS322286

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No smoking or pets.805-981-4240 or 805-407-3055

VCS322184

677Rooms For Rent

PT HUE: pvt entry, walk tobeach, $450/mo, incl utils &cable. NO smoking/drugs.818-292-3399 VCS321992

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805-522-1265 VCS322189

VTA near Gov’t Ctr, 2 roomsavail, quiet, furnished, share

bath. N/S/D/P. $490 &$545mo+dep. 805-646-1125

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683Wanted To Rent

WANT’S TO RENT INVENTURA CO. Unfurnished,

house or cottage withenclosed yard for my

sm/dog. Will pay$1,700/moDennis 805-236-4447

VCS321651

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CRG Lic#01907330VCS321648

NEAR OXNARDCOLLEGE!

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New roof & copper plumbing.Large fenced yard, bkr.

owner-exclusive,$285,000 805-983-1582

VCS321414

CommercialReal Estate875-893

885CommercialIndustrial Rent

SIMI INDUSTRIAL800sf - 5000sf, with office &warehouse, roll up door,terrific location, great

terms and pricing.Mid Valley Properties

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SIMI INDUSTRIAL803sf, 1022sf, 1600sf, 2100sf

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Space For Rent in Camarillo2,000 sqft good for anything.

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VCS321542

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887Stores/OfficesRent/Lease

AVENIDA DELOS ARBOLES

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Call Ana (310)675-1179VCS322241

887Stores/OfficesRent/Lease

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