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Lance Cpl. Tim D. Dueker, motor trans-port operator, Truck Company, MarineExpeditionary Force HeadquartersGroup, I MEF (Forward), keeps a calmface during the ammunition-can pressportion of the Combat Fitness TestOct. 9, 2008. Dueker and the otherMarines in the company were the firstgroup in the forward deployed MHGelement to take the test for an officialscore during the CFT's initial phase-inperiod. The CFT events combine mus-cle, agility and endurance to measureanaerobic fitness. Anaerobic exercisereflects conditions in combat, wherethere are brief moments of high-inten-sity output, and aerobic is more abouta sustained steady pace.

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Sgt. Michael S. CifuentesHeadquarters Marine Corps

One sailor stationed here diedAug. 5, and three Marines stationedhere died Aug. 6 while supportingcombat operations in FarahProvince, Afghanistan, duringOperation Enduring Freedom.

Petty Officer 3rd Class AnthonyChristian Garcia, 21, of Tyndall, Fla.,was a hospital corpsman assigned to2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment.He died Aug. 5. He joined the Navyin July 2006, and reported to HawaiiFebruary 2009. His awards include

the Purple Heart Medal, NationalDefense Service Medal, Sea ServiceDeployment Ribbon, AfghanistanCampaign Medal, and the GlobalWar on Terrorism Service medal.

Sgt. Jay M. Hoskins, and LanceCorporals James D. Argentine andTravis T. Babine died Aug. 6. Theywere riflemen assigned to 2ndBattalion, 3rd Marine Regiment.

Hoskins, 24, of Paris, Texas,joined the Marine Corps in August2003 and reported to Hawaii January2009.

His awards include the PurpleHeart Medal, Navy and Marine

Corps Achievement Medal, twoCombat Action Ribbons, Navy UnitCommendation, Good ConductMedal, National Defense ServiceMedal, two Afghanistan CampaignMedals, Iraq Campaign Medal,Global War on Terrorism ServiceMedal and two Sea ServiceDeployment Ribbons.

Argentine, 23, of Farmingdale,N.Y., joined the Marine Corps inOctober 2006 and reported toHawaii January 2007.

He previously deployed with 2/3from January to August 2008. Hi sawards include the Purple Heart

Medal, National Defense ServiceMedal, Afghanistan CampaignMedal, Iraq Campaign Medal,Global War on Terrorism ServiceMedal and Sea Service DeploymentRibbon.

Babine, 20, of San Antonio,joined the Marine Corps in June2007 and reported to Hawaii August2008.

His awards include a Purple HeartMedal, National Defense ServiceMedal, Afghanistan CampaignMedal, Global War on TerrorismService Medal and Sea ServiceDeployment ribbon.

ARLINGTON, Va. — Effectiveimmediately, Marines will now runthe Combat Fitness Test for score.

Gen. James T. Conway,Commandant of the Marine Corps,recently approved a scoring systemfor the CFT and a new schedule ofCFT’s and Physical Fitness Tests –one CFT and one PFT a year.

The Marine Corps PhysicalFitness Program order, MCO6100.13 W/ CH 1, has been changedwith the new CFT instruction andscoring system. Marine CorpsTraining and Education Commandalso provides CFT standards, guid-ance and other information on theirWeb site, http://www.tecom.usmc.mil/cft/cft.htm.

During the initial phase-in peri-od, the CFT was pass/fail. There arenow three new passing classes basedon a 300-point scoring system.Similar to the PFT, the CFT is on a1st, 2nd, 3rd class and fail system,under appropriate age and genderclassifications.

“It was [the commandant’s] origi-nal intent that the CFT be pass/failduring the initial phase-in period,with migration to a scored systemafter a period of time,” explainedMr. Brian McGuire, TECOM’s physi-cal readiness programs officer. “Ofall the input we've received fromMarines about the CFT, there was aconsensus that the CFT should be ascored event. This isn't surprisingknowing the competitive nature ofMarines.”

Necessity for the CFT is partlybased on a realization that combat-related demands include a variety ofmovements and task done at highintensity.

“Generally speaking, the CFTplaces a greater premium on aMarine's anaerobic capacity andfunctional core strength in compar-ison to the PFT,” McGuire said.

McGuire added that the CFT willfactor into a Marine's compositescore and be reflected on the fitnessreport. The composite score conver-sion table, developed by Manpowerand Reserve Affairs (M&R) can befound on the TECOM Web site.

CFT will be scored,taken once a year

BAYFESTThe festivities kick off

today, and there’splenty to be excited

about. From the bandsand the rides, to the

food and the fireworks,get ahead of the crowd

with our guide to the20th Annual BayFest

starting on C4.

Sgt. Macario P. Mora Jr.

CFT, PFTrequiredannually

2/3 sailor, 3 Marineskilled in Afghanistan

Press ReleaseMarine Corps Base Hawaii

A VISIT TO REMEMBER

Sgt. Sara A. Taylor

A student from Hawaii Seminar Kokusai Gakuin school, a Japanese language school which was created in 1907, watches with fellow class-mates as Marines from Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting demonstrate how they can put out a fire while driving a firetruck. The students alsowatched a working dog demonstration at Military Police Department and dined at Anderson Hall Dining Facility.

“So pray for the soldiers of misfortune, thesoldiers of distortion; hold a parade again. I’dlike to wake up in a dream, where they don’tscream; without misery.”

Songs like “Soldiers of Misfortune” will soonbe blasting through the loud speakers ofBayFest during a live performance by rock bandFilter at Marine Corps Base Hawaii today.

“We’re really looking forward to the show,playing in front of the fans, and meeting thetroops,” said Richard Patrick, lead vocalist, gui-tarist and creator of Filter.

After receiving significant feedback fromInternet polls asking what their fans in Hawaiiwant to hear, Patrick said the band will be play-ing a perfect selection of songs from each oftheir records.

“Each performance depends on how theaudience feels, so we customize the set to the

fans,” Patrick said. “We’re going to give themwhat they’ve been asking for – all the hits.”

Although BayFest marks the band’s first per-formance on MCB Hawaii, performing for serv-ice members is nothing new to Filter, who trav-els to Iraq each year.

“We think it’s important some rock musicgets to the guys in uniform,” Patrick said. “We

want them to know that they are not forgotten,and we appreciate all their sacrifices.”

The current war was made especially real toPatrick when his friend, Army Sgt. Justin Eyerly,the creator of Filter’s first fan Web site, died incombat on June 4, 2004, in Baghdad. Dedicatedto Eyerly, the band’s fourth album “Anthems forthe Damned,” includes “Soldiers of misfor-tune,” which is about Eyerly making the ulti-mate sacrifice for his country, Patrick said.

“Being lyricists is an amazing therapy againstone’s own sanity,” Patrick said. “Songs are myperception of what we’re doing as humans orwhen something hurts.”

Patrick said his current band members are themost talented musicians Filter has had yet.Accompanying him on stage Friday will beMitchell Marlow on guitar, John Spiker on thebase and Mike Fineo on percussion and drums.

“We really love what we do, and it’s going tobe an honor coming and playing in the beauti-ful state of Hawaii,” Patrick said.

Filter to rock out at BayFest TodayLance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard

Combat Correspondent

Filter this!We think it’s important some rockmusic gets to the guys in uniform.

We want them to know that they arenot forgotten, and we appreciate all

their sacrifices.”— Richard Patrick

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In early August, hands shot up like wildflames, voices were raised and feelings werehurt. Eligible officers and enlisted personnelfrom multiple military bases, includingMarine Corps Base Hawaii, argued, protestedand reconciled.

More than 30 service members attendedthe base's first Senior Leader Workshop Aug. 4- 6, sponsored by the office of the base equalopportunity advisor.

High-ranking officers, and enlisted Navyand Marine Corps personnel were encouragedto attend the workshop, where they learnedabout handling issues with regard to race,gender and religious discrimination in themilitary.

The workshop also teaches the leaders toconsider how they treat their junior personnelfrom day-to-day.

"It would benefit [leaders] because theywould know what I know," said Master Sgt.

Gloria Mason, equal opportunity advisor,MCB Hawaii. "They would know how to dealwith discrimination problems when theycome up in their particular commands."

The course, facilitated by seven equalopportunity advisors from various installa-tions such as Marine Corps Base CampPendleton, Calif., and Marine Corps AirStation Yuma, Ariz., included slide presenta-tions, interactive activities and guest speakers.

From the very first day, Mason laid out spe-cific rules for the leaders. Class startedpromptly at 8 a.m., cell phones were turnedoff, and detailed schedules would not be givenout, lest attendees attempt to prepare them-selves for what was to come.

Attendees were also asked to wear businesscasual attire in order to put people more atease in their environment, according to facili-tator Master Gunnery Sgt. Larry Murphy,equal opportunity advisor, U.S. Marine CorpsForces, Pacific. But all was not at ease.

20th Annual BayFestThe 20th BayFest is being held at Hangar 101

today through Sunday. The headlining entertain-ment will be Filter on Friday, Black Eyed Peas onSaturday and Katchafire & Fiji on Sunday.

There will be Carnival midway, fireworks, mili-tary static displays, Island Lifestyle Expo available allthree nights. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Tickets available at both Information, Tickets &Tours offices. This event is open to the public.

For more information, contact Marine CorpsCommunity Services Marketing at 254-7679.

Proctored ExamsThe Join Education Center, building 220, will

hold proctered exams Tuesday at 7:45 and 10 a.m. The exams are required by certain institutions of

higher learning and will be given in paper or com-puter format. Students must make an appointmentin advance.

For more information, contact MarieaFullenwider at 257-2158.

Resume WorkshopA resume workshop will be held in the Combat

Camera building, 267, in classroom 2 Tuesday from9 to 11 a.m.

There will be a series of instructions for creatingor developing a proper resume to aid in marketingthe jobseeker for an interview.

Reservations are required.For more information, contact Marine and

Family Services at 257-7787.

Federal Application WorkshopA federal application workshop will be held in the

Combat Camera building, 267, in classroom 2Wednesday from 9 to 11 a.m.

There will be a series of instructions for comple-tion of the federal employment application. Theapplication is mandatory for anyone seekingemployment by the federal government.

Reservations are required.For more information, contact Marine and

Family Services at 257-7787.

Financial Planning for DeploymentBeyond the Brief: Financial Planning for

Deployment is a class being held in the conferenceroom of building 244 Wednesday from 11 a.m. to12:30 p.m.

The class will teach soon to be deploying servicemembers how to plan for financial emergencies,obatain legal information in regard to finances andhow to receive military specific financial planningsupport.

Childcare reimbursement will be available.For more information, contact Readiness and

Deployment Support at 257-2650.

Important Phone Numbers:

On-Base Emergencies 911Military Police 257-7114Child Protective Service 832-5300Fraud, Waste, Abuse & EEO 257-8852Pothole & Streetlight Repair 257-2380Base Information 449-7110MCBH Duty Chaplain 257-7700DEERS 257-2077

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Commanding Officer Col. Robert RiceBase Sergeant Major Sgt. Maj. James SuttonPublic Affairs Officer Maj. Alan CrouchPublic Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Arsenio R. CortezEditor Sgt. Macario P. Mora Jr.Press Chief Cpl. Regina A. OchoaPhotojournalist Christine CabaloPhotojournalist Kristen WongCombat Correspondent Sgt. Mark FaylogaCombat Correspondent Sgt. Brian A. TuthillCombat Correspondent Cpl. Brian A. MarionCombat Correspondent Cpl. Danny H. WoodallCombat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Alesha R. GuardCombat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Cassandra FlowersCombat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Beebe Jr.Combat Correspondent Lance Cpl. Colby W. Brown

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As many of Marine CorpsBase Hawaii tenants know, andsome of you may not, the BaseInspectors Office regretfullyannounces the closing of theMarine Corps Base Hawaii - BaseDog Park.

Due to a lack of funding infacility maintenance and sup-plies, the decision was passeddown to terminate the program.Below lists alternate locationsand descriptions for K-9 activi-ties and fun in the neighboringcommunities of Oahu.

Ala Wai K9 Playground -Waikiki's only off-leash dog

park. Location: At the Oceansideend of University Ave, at the AlaWai canal.

• Bark Park - Trees, bags,benches, water, and trash.Location: Diamond Head Roadand 18th Ave. Next to DiamondHead Memorial Park.

• Hawaii Kai Dog Park -Separate fenced off areas for 19pounds and under and 20pounds and over. Location:Keahole Street at the end of theHawaii Kai Park & Ride (acrossthe street from Hawaii KaiTowne Center)

• McInerny Dog Park - One-third acre of grass, trees, bags,restrooms, benches, and tropicalfoliage. Location: located at the

Hawaiian Humane Society. The grounds are encircled by

a redwood fence, ensuring thesafety of dogs and allowingthem to enjoy being off leash.

Dogs can sniff the plants,play in the waterfall, run on thegrass, and socialize with caninefriends.

People are invited to relax inthe gardens, enjoy a picnic atone of the tables, and strollthrough the grounds.

Weekdays: noon to 8 p.m.Weekends and Holidays: 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.

Mililani Bark Park - Largefenced in area, trees, and bench-es. Mililani, Hawaii Location:Located in Mililani Mauka,

behind McDonald’s, Shares sameparking lot as Park-&-Ride.

• Moanalua Dog Park (IlioHauoli Paka) - City-sponsored(off-leash) park. Location:Moanalua Road, beneath PuuloaRoad overpass.

• Windward Dog Park - Soonto be opened.

These locations are easilyaccessible and open for all toenjoy.

For more information on dogfun activities in Hawaii, a greatwebsite to visit is www.ecoani-mal.com/dogfun/.

Thank you for your interestand participation in keepingMCB Hawaii’s Dog Park open foras long as it could be.

FROM THE BASE INSPECTOR Marine Corps Base Hawaii’sBase Dog Park Closed

Base InspectorMarine Corps Base Hawaii

Lance Cpl. Colby W. BrownCombat Correspondent

Kristen WongPhotojournalist

It’s getting windier outside, therain is coming down hard, andthe streets are starting to flood.The last thing on your mind iswhat the chow hall has on the

menu and how long the line will be,but Anderson Hall will be one of thesafest places to go when dangerousinclimate weather hits the island.

Chow hall renovations havebegun to bring the old building up tospeed by replacing the windows,doors, paint making it better suitedto be a severe weather rally point.

“The main focus of the renova-tions is to make sure the outside ofthe building will be able to with-stand dangerous weather,” said StaffSgt. Oneal Paguada, responsible offi-cer, Anderson Hall.

It has been more than 30 yearssince Anderson Hall has had amajor reconstruction project likethis one.

Five years ago, operation and cos-metic main-t e n a n c ereplaced allthe majorequipmentused to pre-pare andcook food.

T h ereconstruc-tion projectwill installb a l l i s t i cw i n d o w s ,new doorsand newroofing toaid the hall in being more resilient todamage caused by dangerous weath-er.

“The materials used totally rateabove what was here,” said TroyAdams, safety officer and supervisor,Nan Inc. “We’re replacing 60-year-old windows with modern technolo-gy.”

Almost 5 million dollars will beput into ensuring the chow hall willhave what it needs to keep servicemembers and families on base safewhen inclimate weather hits theisland.

Each day, depending on the allot-ted project, there are four to 20 con-struction workers on the job site.

The workers come from both Su-Mo Builders Inc. and Nan Inc., bothlocal companies, which are in a jointventure to complete the project.

“The dining facility staff and Su-Mo Builders have been great to workwith,” Adams said. “Both are verypatient and professional whichmakes this project run smoothly.”

The renovations started July sixthand are estimated to be completed inlate October.

The building will also be moreenvironmentally friendly when therenovations are completed.

“These renovations will help thefacility be more green because thewindows will help keep the heat outand the cold in,” Adams said.

Lead paint and asbestos wasremoved during the demolitionphase of the project aiding in makingthe chow hall safer for Marines andsailors in everyday use.

“Basically this project is makingthe facility safer when bad weathershits and making it look nicer for thepatrons who use the facility,”Paguada said.

The renovations have just com-pleted the demolition phase of theproject and are moving to replace theroof.

“No matter what, the chow hallwill be open, we are just strengthen-ing and beautifying the building aswe feed Marines,” Paguada said.

Get more thanfood at thechow hall

Severe Weather Rally Pointbeefed up to withstand

dangerous weather

The main focus ofthe renovations isto make sure the

outside of thebuilding will be

able to withstanddangerousweather.”— Staff Sgt. Oneal

Paguada

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MCB Hawaii holds first senior leader equal opportunity workshop

Life, liberty and the pursuitof unbiased treatment

Master Sgt. Stephen Jeremiah Jr., band master, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, waits to give inputinto a conversation about discrimination at the Senior Leader Workshop Aug. 5.

Kristen Wong

Internet users connecting towireless or Wi-Fi hotspotscould be easy targets for

criminals if they aren’t keep-ing up proper security meas-ures.

Credit card information,social security numbers orother personal information

could be leaked if users don’tproperly safeguard them-selves at all times. Hackerscan uncover the informationthrough a number of tech-niques, said Staff Sgt. JarrodHolmes, information assur-ance manager, ComputerInformation SystemsDirectorate.

“Even for your own per-sonal computers [at home],

ensuring you have the cur-rent safety patches and agood anti-virus programreduces risk,” he said. “If youavoid downloading unneces-sary programs, it reduces thechance. If you do need todownload something, beforeyou open the file, do a scan.”

All service members and

Watching over Wi-FiEyes on Online: Keep info safe when using Internet

Christine CabaloPhotojournalist

Change of Command

Sgt. Maj. James Roberts, Headquarters and Service Battalion sergeant major, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific,receives the battalion colors from the inbound commanding officer Col. Al Thoma at Bordelon Field Aug. 7.

Cpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis

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HAWAII MARINE AUGUST 14, 2009 • A-3

GARMSIR DISTRICT, HELMAND PROVINCE,Afghanistan — How many Marines does it take to turn menwho know little about law enforcement into a well-disciplinedunit with the ability and knowledge to deal with anything thatmight come their way?

In Garmsir District, the answer would be 20 field-militarypolicemen with Military Police Company, 5th Battalion, 10thMarine Regiment.

These Marines who make up this Police Mentoring Team havebeen working side by side with the Afghan National Police sinceApril this year.

The PMT operates within Regimental Combat Team 3’s area

of responsibility and in conjunction with 2nd Battalion, 8thMarine Regiment. As this ANP force continues to improve, itwill have a direct impact on the partnered security effortsbetween 2/8 and the Afghan national security forces.

“It has been a fun and rewarding experience,” said Cpl. MarkL. Swindall, a squad leader with the PMT at the police headquar-ters here. “It has been pretty amazing watching these men gofrom knowing almost nothing about being policemen to beingable to conduct patrols, cordon and knocks and working as a dis-ciplined unit.”

The Marines started out by putting the Afghan policementhrough a two-month training course designed to teach thembasic law enforcement knowledge.

MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTERTWENTYTINE PALMS, Calif. — With Marines and sailorsconstantly conducting pre-deployment training in the harshdesert landscape aboard the Combat Center, they may nothave time to research what resources are available to help themfind the perfect career outside the Marine Corps.

The Helmets to Hardhats program gives transitioning service mem-bers an opportunity to find careers by introducing them to buildingand construction businesses throughout the United States and helping

them find jobs that are right for them.Dan Lozano, the national field coordinator for Helmets to Hardhats,

said the program is similar to an online job search, but “gives a littlesomething more than expected.”

“Let’s say a Marine is interested in a job posted on our siteand forwards his profile to apply for the job,” said Lozano, aretired gunnery sergeant and San Clemente, Calif., native.“Instead of his application getting shoved into a different com-puter and him having to wait until he is on his death bed fora response, his application will go to an actual human beingwho will take him step-by-step throughout the rest of theapplication process to ensure they get a response from theemployer.”

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The Helmets to Hardhats program is designed to help transitioning service members find careers in the construction industry.Lance Cpl. M.C. Nerl

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Marines with the Police Mentoring Team here speak with the Afghan National Police before stepping off on a patrol Aug. 3, to show thepeople here that the ANP are taking charge of the security in the area.

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Tale of the Gaikokujin: Annual festival onOkinawa

8th Engineer Support Battalion bridges the gap Lance Cpl. Dwight A. Henderson

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MCTOG mourns loss of comms chief

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — Working as one, the Marines hoistedthe long, heavy support beam and braced the metal bar against theirchests as they moved in unison toward the partially-completedbridge. Pressing the beam against two truss panels, other Marinesmoved in quickly with bolts, nuts and sledge hammers to quicklyattach the beam to the bridge.

MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTERTWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. — The Marines of theMarine Corps Tactics and Operations Group aboard theCombat Center joined the loved ones of a fallen Marine tohonor his life and service at the Protestant Chapel July 31.

OKINAWA, Japan — "Look at the gaijin" the Japanese whis-pered up and down Kokusai Street in Naha.

Their comments came as three Okinawan-American childrenfrom the Yuidaiko eisa group were seen preparing for their turnto perform at the 15th annual 10,000 Eisa Festival.

The 10,000 Eisa Festival is the largest eisa festival on Okinawaand attracts eisa groups from all over the island.

Groups perform before a crowd of thousands that arrive forthe annual festivities, which is held on the first Sunday ofAugust.

Top story from the front

Cpl. Monica C. EricksonMarine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms

Lance Cpl. Daniel A. FlynnRegimental Combat Team 3

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Go Home”

“Go hard, or go home.”Above the door of the base Marine Corps Martial Arts Program

gym, the motto warns Marines they better be ready to trainbefore entering.

Housing a wide variety of workout equipment such aswrestling mats, punching bags, cow bells, weights, body harden-ing poles, gymnastics rings and a climbing peg board, the baseMCMAP gym provides a safe environment for all Marines toimprove their combat fighting skills.

“This is probably one of the nicest MCMAP gyms in theMarine Corps right now,” said Sgt. Nicholas Carson, martial artsinstructor, School of Infantry, 3rd Marine Regiment. “A fullyequipped gym with enough gear to train 20 people at time is arare commodity. Its unfortunate that not many Marines takeadvantage of it.”

Located on the second deck of building 222, the gym is openMonday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. when no classes are insession, and 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. when classes are in session.

When not instructing a class, MCMAP instructors are avail-able throughout the day to help Marines who are looking toimprove their combat conditioning.

Whether wanting to work toward getting their next MCMAPbelt or Instructor Trainer recertification, Carson said the timeMarines spend working on their MCMAP skills can be logged byan instructor.

“Unfortunately, MCMAP belts are seen as a uniform accessoryto a lot of people,” Carson said. “It goes against the principles ofbeing known as America’s finest fighting force. It’s dishearteningto see how many Marines neglect that part of Marine training.Here, we strengthen the body, we sharpen the mind and wetoughen the spirit.”

open their doors for service membersMCB Hawaii MCMAP facility, instructorsPhotos by Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard

“Go Hard, or

Lance Cpl. Cobbie Campbell, infantryman, S-4, 3rd Marine Regiment, executes an elbow strike during the final drill of gray belt training at the base Marine Corps Martial Arts Program gym Aug. 3.

(Above) Lance Cpl. JosephPatishnock, martial artsinstructor, School ofInfantry, 3rd MarineRegiment, demonstrates afront kick to students dur-ing gray belt training atthe base MCMAP gymAug. 3.(Right) Marines practicetheir forward shoulderrolls as they workouttogether during gray belttraining.

Pfc. Christopher Moss,infantryman, S-4, 3rdMarine Regiment, exe-cutes a vertical kneestrike during gray belttraining at the baseMCMAP gym Aug. 3.

Lance Cpl. Alesha R. GuardCombat Correspondent

He said he challenges any Marine to come to the gym and testtheir true fighting skills by sparing against a Marine who is pro-ficient in MCMAP.

“Whether you have a tan, gray or green belt, you can be adeadly fighter if you truly master the belt,” Carson said. “Toomany Marines don’t realize MCMAP teaches physical and men-tal character discipline, making a better combat leader and tech-nical and tactical combat war fighters.”

Marine Corps Martial Arts, like any skill, is perishable if its notpracticed, said Patishnock.

Its important for Marines to practice their MCMAP so theydon’t forget the techniques, because you are only as good as therepetitions you put in, he said.

“I’m a big fan of MCMAP – I think it builds good moral char-acter in Marines,” said 2nd Lt. Raymond Takar, platoon com-mander, S-6, 3rd Marine Regiment. “As an instructor, I enjoymaking them better … As leaders we make them better physical-ly and better as people as well.”

While the instructors encourage Marines to strive for theirnext belt, they are also willing and motivated to help servicemembers improve their jujitsu, kickboxing and other fightingtechniques while using the gym, Carson said.

“The type of physical training we do here is combat condi-tioning,” said Lance Cpl. Joseph Patishnock, martial arts instruc-tor, School of Infantry, 3rd Marine Regiment. “As instructors welike to focus on full body fitness. Weight lifting is more cosmet-ic where as combat conditioning is more functional.”

Carson hopes more Marines will take advantage of the train-ing and equipment available to them through the MCMAP gymand instructors.

“If Marines come to the gym to workout, they better put outand take it seriously,” Patishnock said. “We’ve asked people toleave because they weren’t putting out. This isn’t ‘just anothergym - it takes dedication and discipline to come here.”

A-6 • AUGUST 14, 2009 HAWAII MARINE

MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS -What could help a Marine know what to expect froman improvised explosive device attack — give them

the experience to know the right process to go through? Thetraining would have to be realistic and mimic the tactics usedby insurgents, which is what Marines from 1st Battalion, 3rdMarine Regiment, completed.

They not only participated but also enjoyed the IED defeattraining held Aug. 10-13 at Marine Corps Training AreaBellows, which gave insight about IED attacks.

“During this training we are trying to get small unit leadersto realize how chaotic an IED attack can be — what it’s like inAfghanistan,” said Leo Rivera, site lead, Engineer Center ofExcellence, Marine Corps Engineer School.

The training consisted of mounted patrols, dismountedpatrols and nine hours of classroom time.

While on the patrols, scenarios were presented to theMarines that mimicked the type of IED attacks they can expectwhile on deployment. Squad- and platoon-sized patrols keepscenarios small so Marines can get the same training value andlearn more from every scenario they complete.

“Mentally figuring out what works and what doesn’t work isthe main focus of this training,” said 2nd Lt. Victor PhilipBarnes, 1st Platoon commander, Charlie Company, 1/3. “If aMarine locates an IED, this training sends them through theprocess of what to do and how to notify higher. It lets theMarines think about how the attack would affect our mission.”

On the patrols there are different types of obstacles theMarines encountered, including IEDs, secondary IEDs, snipers,suicide bombers, mortar fire, machine gun emplacements androle players.

Each scenario is different from the last with a different combi-nation of obstacles that can be encountered. This is so theMarines won’t know what is coming and treat each patrol like thefirst.

“This training teaches us that the enemy is capable of any-thing,” said Cpl. Jonathon Letner, squad leader, 1st Squad, 1stPlatoon, Charlie Company, 1/3. “Classes can show you on paperand tell you what to expect, but this training puts the paper inperson and lets us be hands on instead sitting in the classroom.”

All the instructors are prior military, some with retired ranksincluding Staff Sergeant to Sergeant Major to Cheif WarrantOfficer to Major.

They use their experiences while in the military and recentaccounts of the tactic used by insurgents to make the trainingas realistic as possible.

“The training already shows its success in the real world,”said Pete Archer, instructor, Engineer Center of Excellence,Marine Corps Engineer School. “Units who have had thistraining take fewer hits than the units who haven’t. We stan-dardizing the training so everyone is on the same sheet ofmusic, and opens their eyes to things they wouldn’t see beforeand help improve their observation skills.”

Jobs the instructors had while in the military includeinfantry, explosive ordnance disposal technician and combatengineers. Each instructor adds their own personal touch tomake this training effective as possible.

“Most of us are combat vets and we take this job seriously,”Rivera said. “We have all lost someone, so we put in 14 hourdays and try our hardest to make this training effective for theMarines who participate because doing this for fellow Marinesis important to us.”

Lance Cpl. Colby W. BrownCombat Correspondent

“What it’s like in Afghanistan”

WatchyourStep

A Marine from Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, gets the direction of fire from a fellow Marine during Improvised Explosive Device Defeat training Aug. 10-13 at Marine Corps Training AreaBellows.

During training the Marines simulated exactly what itwould be like during a real IED attack. If a Marine washit, they acted injured accordingly.

A Marine from Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rdMarine Regiment, steps over a simulated IED duringtaining at MCTAB Aug. 10-13.

Marines from Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, get briefed after a simulated IED attack.

Photos by Lance Cpl. Colby W. Brown

federal employees can download a freecopy of Norton Anti-Virus software,Holmes said, which can be freely updat-ed each year. Other free scans are avail-able, including ShieldsUp!, whichchecks a computer’s vulnerabilities.

Marine Corps Base Hawaii computerusers have several access points onOahu in addition to spots at HonoluluInternational Airport and areas ofWaikiki. Users can log in at Kahuna’sEnlisted Club as well as five Kailuahotspots sponsored by the KaneoheRanch Company and the HonoluluMayor’s office. Both networks havesome built-in security, and mobileInternet surfers can follow several safe-ty strategies.

For those logging in at the E-Cluband Kahuna’s Recreation Center, securi-ty begins before they connect, said JimHamachek, general manager, E-Club.

“A staffer physically checks each lap-top for up to date anti-virus,” he said.“If it’s not, they’ll need to update beforethey can log on.”

The club supports approximately 25users a week, Hamachek said. Offeredon base for more than three years, usersare allowed to surf freely. The E-Clubgeneral manager said so far there havebeen no complaints about the hotspot.

Even newer free Wi-Fi access pointshave become available, as five more freehotspots came online May 2009 inKailua. The hotspots are the latest ofapproximately 100 Wi-Fi access pointsrun by the Honolulu city governmentand Kokua Wireless, said ArynMakaoka, Kokua Wireless representa-tive, Tri-net Solutions. With an averageof 30 wireless Internet users daily inKailua, Makaoka said officials try to bal-ance accessibility with some security.

Internet users on this Wi-Fi networkare restricted from downloading mediafiles or viewing adult Web sites with the

service. Users also must log in everythirty minutes, as safeguard against ille-gal downloading. The service also usesextensive filters from a free servicecalled OpenDNS, Makaoka said. It pro-hibits users from sending excessivejunk mail or spam, in addition to crim-inals attempting to find personal infor-mation or phishing.

“Treat it as you would all public Wi-Fi spots,” he said. “Be sure you haveregular anti-virus updates and a goodfirewall enabled. ZoneAlarm has a freefirewall install.”

With some security measures inplace for free Wi-Fi providers, Holmessaid it’s still up to users when travelingor at home to secure their computers.He said Mac computers are just as like-ly as PCs to have viruses, with mobileInternet phones less likely to be vulner-able because they download fewer files.He said Internet phone users have lessof a risk, unless the phone is cus-tomized or “jailbroken” for download-ing unofficial content.

The information assurance manager

said criminals generally look for per-sonal identifying information useful forscams: social security numbers, names,addresses, passwords and other bankinginformation. Holmes said he’s beenespecially careful due to past experi-ences.

“Two years ago I was home on leaveand found out someone had taken myinformation,” he said. “My motherworks at the bank, and I learned some-one had bought a $3,000 Mac in myname. I was able to go to the bank todispute it, and then go to the creditorsto get the charge disputed.”

Calling banks directly to disputecharges, as well as checking creditreports at least twice a year helps guardagainst thieves, Holmes said. From hisdispute, he said if people do find them-selves victims of hacking, keep docu-mented proof the charges were illegal.He said this includes receipts showingpurchased items weren’t shipped toyour home or other forms of proofusers weren’t home when the purchaseswere made.

With proper safety measures,Holmes said people could easily reducetheir risks and still enjoy using theInternet on the go.

“If you’re connected, anywhere, andyou see something you don’t recognizeor are asked to install a program,don’t,” he said. “Just choose ‘No’ rightaway.”

For additional help in securing com-puters, download a free copy of NortonAnti-Virus software from their NavyMarine Corps Intranet enabled comput-ers by logging in to https://www.home-port.navy.mil and burning a CD copyfor home use.

For free basic computer firewallswith ZoneAlarm, visit:http://www.zonealarm.com.

To run a computer scan usingShieldsUp!, log on to:https://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2.

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No sooner had the first activ-ity ended before many atten-dees began to feel shock andanger toward their instructors.

"Usually the first hours of thefirst training day are very diffi-cult for folks to understand,"Murphy said. "When they cometo training like this they're soset in their ways. They have cer-tain values that they protect."

Don't expect any of theattendees to divulge what wenton — attendees are keeping thedetails confidential for futureattendees to experience on theirown.

"Here there are literally norules," said Master Sgt. StephenJeremiah, band master,MarForPac, Band. "If you feellike having an emotional out-burst you can. If you have anidea to escort somebody to thedoor politely if you don't agreewith them, that's okay, whereasin the military departmentthere's a right way to go aboutthat and this is unlike a normalworking environment for mostof us."

Some attendees felt they ben-efited from the first day of theworkshop. Master Gunnery Sgt.Dean Lazarou, aviation supplyspecialist, Marine AviationLogistics Squadron 24, foundthe activity useful.

"Having to express yourselfwithout usually utilizing mostof your tools that you're given... speech or hand gestures, youunderstand how other peoplefeel without being able to beseen," Lazarou said.

First Sgt. Kindayl Lake, com-pany first sergeant, ServiceCompany, Combat LogisticsRegiment 37, in Okinawa,Japan, said he considered thefirst day of activities an "eye-opener." He said it gave them achance to meet other leadersand get to know their variousperspectives.

"I'm looking forward to therest of the week to see the out-come," Lake said.

Navy Lt. Amy Munselle,equal opportunity representa-tive for 21st Dental Company,MCB Hawaii, said she found thefirst day's exercise "very enlight-ening,” and that through thetraining, the facilitators encour-aged people to think aboutdaily issues involving discrimi-nation.

"I sensed initially [the facili-tators] were trying to kind of'stir the pot,'" Munselle said."But reactions were very gen-uine."

The second day began muchthe same way — with height-ened emotion and a lot of feed-back.

"This is vastly different fromnormally presentations youwould normally get in theNavy," said Chief Petty OfficerGary Burris, clinic manager,21st Dental Company, MCBHawaii. "The instructors areengaging. They engage youwith some very real scenariosthat you encounter everyday."

First Sgt. Chester Wilson,first sergeant, Combat Logistics

Battalion 3, said he wanted totake the course because there isa lack of leadership courses, andhe wanted to take advantage ofevery one available. He said allranks should take courses likethe Senior Leader Course.

"I had a great time in class,"Wilson said. "I learned a lot. Asleaders, if we allow ourselves tobe a little bit more transparentand more approachable, andgive ourselves the opportunityof being exposed to this stuffmore so, we can better theMarine Corps, we can betterourselves and prepare ourselveseven more so for civilian life."

Master Chief Petty OfficerRichard Dew, command masterchief, 3rd Dental Battalion, U.S.Naval Dental Center Okinawa,Japan, said he felt the courseshould be offered to servicemembers long before theybecome leaders.

"I think this is somethingthat should be instilled fromthe moment you come into themilitary," Dew said. "It needs tobe continued throughout yourcareer because the diversity ofthe military is ... so great thatyou have to understand otherpeople. If you don't understandother people and their cultureand their mannerisms, there'sno way you can succeed intoday's military. You just can'tdo it."

By the third day, the leaderswere like old friends, smilingand laughing with each other asthey accepted their graduationcertificates and shared whatthey learned.

"The many ideas and solu-tions that spawned through thediscussions and period ofinstructions were beneficial inall levels of leadership," saidMaster Gunnery Sgt. EricBartolome, career planner, MCBHawaii. "[The ideas and solu-tions] will contribute to the suc-cess of mission readiness andidentify current potential prob-lems that directly relate to equalopportunity."

According to Marine CorpsOrder 5354.1D, if necessary,equal opportunity advisors canconduct an equal opportunityleadership training course, cus-tomizing it for the unit enrolledin the course.

The course materials arederived from the Defense EqualOpportunity ManagementInstitute, located at Patrick AirForce Base, in Florida. Masonsaid she presently does not havea set date for any future seniorleader courses until she sees theresults of the current course.

“It’s definitely not a power-point class,” said Master Sgt.Darryl Bryan, quality assurancechief, MALS-24.

For senior leaders interestedin taking more equal opportu-nity courses, Mason said thereare upcoming weeklongLeadership Team AwarenessSeminars at DEOMI which areopen to eligible senior leadersand civilians. For more infor-mation on seminar eligibilityand equal opportunity, visithttp://www.deomi.org, or callMason at 257-7720.

LEADERSHIP, from A-2

WI-FI, from A-2

Christine Cabalo

Petty Officer 2nd Class Peter Dracopoulos,air traffic controller, Marine Corps AirStation Hawaii, logs into the wirelessInternet or Wi-Fi spot inside Kahuna'sRecreation Center Tuesday. When he livedon base, Dracopoulos said he logged onthe hotspot every day. He said he logs in tocheck his e-mail and uses other measuresto protect his personal information whilelogged on.

Sgt. Zachary Ritter test fires .50 mm machine gun in a CH-53D Sea Stallion helicopter, assigned to Marine HeavyHelicopter Squadron 362, during a nighttime flight in Helmand, Afghanistan, Aug. 3. The unit is currently deployed toAfghanistan in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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Ryan Lang, 2, gives her mom, NicoleLang, an extra workout at the Keiki andMe class Monday morning. The ladiesworked their triceps by using one of theledges for dips at the skate park aboardMarine Corps Base Hawaii.

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Flowers

Get a workout,without a babysitter

Ryan Lang, 2, made her way out ofthe car and tried her best to keep upwith her mom, Nicole Lang, as theywalked from the playground parkinglot over to the skate park aboardMarine Corps Base Hawaii. Ryan tookoff running and raced up nearbybleachers; it wasn’t long until hermother ran over and scooped Ryanup before falling off the high ledge.

This was just the start to Nicole’sdaily mom duties, but also a lightwarm up which got her heart beatingbefore the hour-long Keiki and Meclass Monday morning.

Keiki and Me is a group exerciseclass offered by Semper Fit Mondayand Friday mornings at 8:45 a.m.,and costs $1 each session.

“The nice thing about this class isthat it’s outside and the kids havefree reign to play and we can stillkeep an eye on them while getting ina good workout,” Berger said.

Berger, who even brings her ownson Jonah, 3, to the class, said sheencourages women who still haveyounger babies to participate in theclass as well. She said incorporating

Lance Cpl. Cassandra FlowersCombat Correspondent

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Lance Cpl. Cassandra Flowers

(Left to right) Ben Ramos, Gabe Dio, George Dio and Frank Abreu watch their fellow teammates tee off during the Interscholastic League of Honolulu 50th FootballReuion Golf Tournament Monday. The tournament was held at the Klipper Golf Course aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii.

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The All-Marine Marathon Team willcompete at the Armed Forces MarathonChampionship Oct. 21 – 26 inWashington, D.C. The event is held inconjunction with the annual MarineCorps Marathon. The Armed ForcesMarathon Championship is the premierinter-service marathon competition.

The All-Marine Marathon Teamwill be chosen by application.Marines interested must submitapplication to Headquarters MarineCorps no later than Sept. 18.Applications must include all compe-tition results from the past two years,including time, place, finishing placeand the name of the event. Teamselections will be based on the mostcompetitive and recent times.

Applications can be found athttp://www.usmc-mccs.org/sports.Applications must contain a com-mand endorsement. Marines sta-tioned at a command with a localMarine Corps Community ServicesSemper Fit Center must submit theirapplication through the athleticdirector for endorsement. MarineCorps Base Hawaii’s Semper Fit ath-letic director is Wayne Yamada whocan be contacted at 254-7633.

For more information, contactYamada or visit the MCCS SportsWeb site.

All-MarineMarathon Team

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Hawaiian athletes, some grayer and not asbrawny as they once were, gathered at theKlipper Golf Course aboard Marine Corps BaseHawaii for the Interscholastic 50th FootballReunion Golf Tournament Monday.

The tournament was held to promote a senseof fellowship and camaraderie for Hawaiian highschool football players from the 1950’s.Although the tournament was held to celebratethe good old days of football, other athletes fromthe same era were welcome to participate in theevent.

Bobby Schmit, tournament coordinator, saidthe event started with a few of his closest friendsfrom the football days talking about getting the“old football gang” back together. The book“Honolulu Stadium: Where Hawaii Played,” byArthur Suehiro, who also was apart of the gang,helped spark the interest of getting the team

back together. They decided a good way to geteveryone together would be to organize a golftournament in honor of their gridiron days.

“Football was really all we had back then —besides going to the movies,” Schmit said. “UsHawaiians, we’re big guys and to us football waseverything. I know it means a lot to these guys toget back together and reminisce.”

As the men made their way over to the regis-tration table, they quickly began greeting oneanother and sparking up conversation and oldmemories. Many of the men sat together on theoutside patio of Samuel Adams Grill and ate baglunches before the tournament kicked off.

Around noon, approximately 96 participantsloaded up in their carts and headed out to theirfirst hole. The tournament was set up as a 3-per-son scramble, using the best ball method of scor-ing. Each player teed off from the hole, and theteam agreed on the best shot from the three teedshots. Then all three players played from the des-ignated spot. This method continued until the

ball was holed.One player was on top of his game during the

tournament, and made and eagle and a birdieduring the course of the game.

“Making those two shots made my day,” saidEugene Soquena, participant and ILH athlete.“I’ve done it before but wasn’t expecting it today.I’m a happy guy today.”

Along with Soquena, many players said theywere happy with their golf game during the tour-nament and really enjoyed the company of theirfellow athletes.

“We’re just here having a few laughs enjoyingthe company and playing some golf,” said DanielLuke, participant. Luke played football in the1970’s.

“We hope the event encouraged fellowship,simulated old memories and renewed the com-mon bond of playing football and other sports inthe Old Stadium on King Street,” said MayleneEnoka, event coordinator. “It’s a wonderful [way]to recall the good old days.”

Lance Cpl. Cassandra FlowersCombat Correspondent

Combat Logistics Battalion 3 defeatedMarine Corps Air Station 68-52 in aIntramural Summer Basketball Leaguegame Tuesday at the Semper Fit gym onMarine Corps Base Hawaii.

The players of CLB-3 held control ofthe game for all 40 minutes of play, andwere able to easily move the ball up anddown the court with ease.

“We just try to get the easy buckets,”said Mack Talley, CLB-3 guard.

And that’s just what they did. CombatLogistics Battalion 3 ran the floor on fastbreaks and hustled to grab rebounds.Their run and gun offense is somethingCLB-3 tries to stay away from, but it gotthe job done.

“We want to be able to control thetempo of the game,” Talley said.

After grabbing the lead early on in thegame, CLB-3 never let up. Even thoughit’s only their fourth game of the season,they seemed to be in mid-season form.

“We haven’t played together a lot butwere starting to get used to each other,”Talley said. “Some of us have playedtogether before, but we want to get to thepoint where we find our rhythm as ateam and use every player.”

Talley says the team still has a few

kinks they need work out of their gamethat will all come together as seasonmoves on.

“We committed a lot of unforcedturnovers tonight,” Talley said. “But, weare using the regular season mostly forpractice so when the playoffs comearound we’re at the top of our game.”

“It’s hard for us to practice because alot of us are fapped out to different unitsbut we try to play at lunch everyday andthat’s kind of a practice for us,” Tally said.

With Tuesday’s win, CLB-3’s record isnow 2-1 after having to forfeit one oftheir games.

As for MCAS, the beginning of theirseason has not gone so well with a recordof 0-2 to start off the season.

“We just show up and play,” said BradRosati, MCAS forward. “Just out herehaving fun.”

There is still time for all the teams par-ticipating in the league to improve.Regular season games are scheduled torun until the end of September and play-offs are slated for the beginning ofOctober.

The next Summer IntramuralBasketball League games are scheduledfor Monday, starting at 6:30 p.m. Formore information about SummerIntramural Basketball League, contact JoeAu at 257-7591.

Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Beebe Jr.Combat Correspondent

CLB-3 defeats MCAS inIntramural game

Mack Talley, Combat Logistics Battalion 3 guard, attempts a foul shotduring an Intramural Summer Basketball League game Tuesday at theSemper Fit gym. Combat Logistics Battalion 3 held the lead the entiregame with the final score 68-52.

Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Beebe Jr.

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Learning to float and move on her own, 2-year-old Avery Frank swims with her mother Bonnie Frank during Wednesday’s "Water Babies" class at the Base Pool of Marine Corps Base Hawaii. During the open swimsession, Avery Frank wore a belted child's personal flotation device as she practiced carefully entering the water.

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Children can float to the top of theclass with “Water Babies,” a programteaching water safety for younger swim-mers at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.

Parents and guardians learn along-side their babies in a two-week coursedesigned for children 6 to 36 monthsold. Together, children and adults learnhow to be safe in the water at the BasePool, said Kari Hemund, manager,Marine Corps Community ServicesAquatics.

“It’s a water adjustment course,” shesaid. “Children are introduced to thewater and learn to be comfortable in it.They do things like blowing bubblesand moving around their arms and feetin the water.”

Once children reach 6 months old,Hemund said they have the cognitive abil-ities to begin lessons and are better able tofollow instructions from adults. She saidthe lessons can help children learn to bemore responsible around the water andknow what to do to stay afloat.

“It’s helping them become safe andcomfortable with the water,” she said.“Sometimes at around that age childrendevelop a fear of the water. Parents telltheir children don’t go into the waterand to stay away from strangers. We’rehoping to find them at a young age toinstill good safety skills.”

Looking for a way to introduce herchild to swimming, Tina Lui, varsitysports coordinator, Semper Fit Center,said she was eager to enroll her son. Herson Christian enjoys seeing the oceanwhenever he’s at the beach, and Lui saidteaching him to adapt to the water in asafe environment was important to her.

“I was surprised we learned water

safety tips for both parents and chil-dren,” Lui said. “During the class yourchildren learns these exercises, and youlearn the commands to give them.Teaching children how to approach thewater was great. Kari let them knowwhen it’s okay to be in the water.”

Sometimes she and her husbandwould have classes with their son, whenthey began their first classes in May. Luisaid she was surprised to see her 20-month-old son easily respond to herinstructions.

“Now whenever we go to the sand-bar, I can take him,” she said. “He hashis little life vest on, and I can give himcommands he does easily. He even doesthem in the tub, and asks me to putpool toys in the water for him.”

During lessons, Hemund said thechildren learn many techniques to keepthem calm. One of them is monkeywalks, where babies do a hand-to-handmotion at the edge of the pool to as away to safely move around.

What Lui said she appreciated themost was how instructors could teachher son to float on his back and be com-fortable with fun activities. She saidsinging to the children as they movedaround, and doing treasure hunts forfloat toys on the bottom of the pool washelpful.

“I’m really glad we took the class,and the friendly staff at the pool taughthim to be safer in the water,” she said.“Children without lessons could jumpin the pool any time. Now he respondsto my instructions. So, he knows whento safely approach the water with Momand Dad, and he’s not scared but com-fortable in it.”

For more information and to sign up forclasses, log on to the Aquatics Web site at:http://www.mccshawaii.com/aquatics.htm.

Christine CabaloPhotojournalist

Infant class teacheswater safety

Practicing properly entering and exiting the water, 2-year-old Wyatt Penfold climbs outof the Base Pool Wednesday at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. During the "Water Babies"class, children can learn how to blow bubbles in the water, maneuver alongside thepool ledge and float on their back.

During the class, children wade to the shallow end of the Base Pool to beginswimming to their parents. Children are instructed to enter the water whentheir parents give them permission and not to jump in.

Photos by Christine Cabalo

‘Water Babies’ swim on

Making a splash, Wyatt Penfold swims to his mother Stephanie Penfold during the"Water Babies" class. The program is a two-week course, with classes held for 30 min-utes daily. Water safety tips are taught to both children and their accompanying par-ents or guardians. Instructors use songs and activities to help the children adjust tobeing in the water.

HAWAII MARINE AUGUST 14, 2009 • B-3

any type of strollers into thehour-long workout isn’t difficultat all.

Katie Elliot, participant,brought her 8-month-old sonThatcher to the class. Thatcherwatched the women workout ashe rolled on his beach blanketand played with his toys.

“It’s great to not have to worryabout who is going to watch yourkids while you get your workoutin,” said Tanika Campbell, whobrought her son T.J., 23-months-old, to class.

As the class started, Berger ledthe women through a shortwarm-up to get their musclesloose and then took them on aquick jog around the skate park.Many of the children joined in,running side-by-side with theirmoms.

After getting in some good car-dio, Berger brought out the resist-ance bands for strength training.Instead of using free weights andbulky equipment, Berger takesadvantage of smaller equipmentand the surrounding area byusing the ledges of the skateramps for tricep dips and deepleg squats.

“I also really like to help theladies with their core strengthen-

ing,” Berger said. “Most of thesewomen have all had babies andthe belly weakens from pregnan-cy which cause the [abdominalmuscles] to separate. Corestrengthening and using yourown body weight as resistance iswhat builds those muscles backup. You won’t see us doing a mil-lion crunches out here.”

With knowledge on how tohelp women get the results theydesire after pregnancy, Bergeralso opens the class to womenwho are pregnant and have theirdoctor’s approval to exercise.Nicole Lang and CatherineBeaudette are two weekly regu-lars who don’t let their pregnan-cy stop them from getting in agood workout.

Ending class with corestrengthening and light stretch-ing, the women gather up theirthings and tell their children it’stime to go. In one hour, theymanaged to get in a good work-out while their children hadplaytime at the park.

Participants should bring atowel, water bottle and dresscomfortably. Children of all agesmay attend, but parents shouldbe sure to bring toys to keep theirchild entertained while they getin their workout. For more infor-mation call 254-7597.

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Katie Elliot works her core muscles by holding a plank position above her son, Thatcher, at the Keiki and Me group fitness classMonday. Keiki and Me is an outdoor class sponsored by the Semper Fit Center.

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Flowers

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andRoll

Classes build foundations for young athletes

A small group of children laugh andtalk with each other, peaking over thesmall gate of Dance MovementAcademy and K-Bay Gymnastics into aworld of brightly colored cylinders,mats and parallel bars, Tuesday.

Dawning pastel pink and blue leo-tards, the children are apart ofKindergym and Level 1 Gymnasticswhich offers beginner level instructionfor young athletes who have basic orno experience in the sport.

“The curriculum is focused on help-ing the students become better overallgymnasts,” said Di Rodin, director,Dance Movement Academy. “Each daythis class covers flexibility, strength,cardio, conditioning and two events.The events include floor, balancebeam, bars, vault and trampoline.”

Throughout the class the chil-dren, ages 4 to 12, learn the basicdrills and form of gymnastics, con-stantly using their own body weightto pull and push themselvesthrough the movement as theircoaches lead them step-by-step.

“The purpose of this sport is toapply all parts of the body to move asone,” Rodin said. “Strength, flexibilityand cardio all works together – youcan’t have one without the other.”

As the children take on each exer-cise, Rodin is right there, coachingthem and encouraging them to giveit there all – to stretch further andjump higher.

“She’s really nice,” said CearaHunsucker, six-year-old student. “Shemade it easier to do the backward rolland flip-overs on the bar.”

The children listen carefully toRodin’s instruction during each drill,eager to perfect the move.

“Every time they get a trick, it booststheir confidence so they want to con-tinue improving,” Rodin said. “It’s so

exciting to see them improving.”Renee Miller, mother of student

Lilly Miller, said she has seen a bigchange in her daughter since attend-ing the class.

“She’s not quite as shy – she likestalking with the other kids,” ReneeMiller said. “I think it’s important toemphasize what they can do ratherthan what they look like."

Because gymnastics develops andstrengthens an athletes’ entire body,Rodin said beginning gymnastics at ayoung age will give the children anadvantage when playing other sports.

"They’re more flexible at this age soit’s better to start them earlier," saidCarol Hunsucker, Ceara Hunsucker’smother. "Also, I think it’s easier forthem to learn when they’re younger.”

Hunsucker said her daughter, likeLilly Miller, has gained a great deal ofconfidence in herself through Rodin'scoaching while attending the begin-ning level gymnastics class.

"She's also learned to follow direc-tions better and has much more disci-pline since starting the class,"Hunsucker said.

As the children tumble and rollaround the gym, their smiles light upthe room while they look back at theirparents sitting behind the gate, check-ing for approval. The mothers andfathers cheer and clap as the younggymnasts hold their heads high, proudof each step which takes them closer tobecoming proficient gymnasts.

Rohdin said once the students havethe basics of Level One and Kindergymgymnastics down, they can then grad-ually incorporate speed of movementinto the next level classes.

For more information on the DanceMovement Academy and K-BayGymnastics school, call 254-7648 orvisit http://www.dancemovementacad-emy.com. Office hours are Monday,Wednesday and Friday, 9 to 11 a.m.and 4 to 6 p.m.

Students reach for their toes as they stretch out before an activeworkout of jumping, tumbling and flipping during Kindergym andLevel One Gymnastics class at Dance Movement Academy and K-Bay Gymnastics, Tuesday.

Lance Cpl. Alesha R. GuardCombat Correspondent

Di Rodin, director, Dance Movement Academy and K-Bay Gymnastics, helps Katie Langlais, 7-year-old student, correct her formas she holds herself up on the uneven bars, Tuesday.

Katie Langlais folds herbody in half with ease

while stretching her limbsduring a warm-up routine

before the Kindergym and Level One Gymnastics.

Photos by Lance Cpl. Alesha R. Guard

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Commander’s Fitness Series

Sports BriefsNeed a flexible

workout?Sign up for Semper Fit’s PiYO class! Each

session fuses Yoga and Pilates exercises for awell-balanced fitness regimen. Classes areMondays from 10 to 11 a.m.

For more information, call 254-7597.

Cardio KickIf you’re trying to get rid of pent up frustration or just look-ing for an awesome workout, this is the class for you! Thishigh-energy class incorporates punches and kick combos toimprove endurance, speed and agility, while burning calo-ries and increasing muscle tone.

Boot CampThis class is an extremely intense cardio workout with atough strengthening portion that is sometimes held in thebasketball court for a more intense workout.

Cardio ChallengeThis class will help revitalize you for the rest of the day. Alllevels are welcome. You raise your heart rate and increaseyour endorphines.

Early RisersHere is a class for the early birds! Sign your unit up for unitphysical training sessions led by one of the Semper Fitinstructors. The sessions will include cardio training andmuscle endurance exercises to jump start your metabolismfor the day.

CyclingTired of those boring three-mile runs? Well, come for a ridewith us. This class uses specialized stationary bikes to helpyou burn a large amount of calories and tone up whileimproving your core strength. Set to specialized music asyou peddle off the pounds.

High Intensity Circuit TrainingPut the “fun” back into functional training! This is a greatworkout for people on the go. This hour-long class willincorporate a series of circuits designed to challenge yourmuscular endurance and will strengthen your cardiovascu-lar system.

Gut CutYou’ve heard the stories. Come experience it for yourself –or are you scared? This 30-minute abdominal class isdesigned to strengthen your core muscles.

PilatesThis amazing class uses a powerful series of non-impactexercises for total body sculpting. This class will help devel-op strength, flexibility, balance, and weight loss to sculptlean, long muscles and reshape your body from head to toe.

Muscle ConditioningNot coordinated for a traditional aerobics class? This classhas minimal choreography so this is safe. A muscularendurance workout using hand weights and bands to workall muscle groups.

StepThis is a tried and true classic. Fads come and go, but stependures all. This fundamental class focuses on getting agreat workout on the steps with basic choreography —nothing fancy — just hard work and a ton of sweat.

Step and ToneThe best of both worlds in one class! A great Step class andsome resistance training in an hour and 15 minutes. Getyour heart pumping with an upbeat step session that willtone your muscles.

Step ChallengeTo step it up even more. This class is for the seasoned step-per or for those just looking for a challenge. This class is afull hour of fun and challenging choreography.

Stretch and StrengthStrong muscles need stretching attention. This class usesbody weight strengthening exercises and focuses on stretch-ing muscles to maintain optimal range of motion.

Water AerobicsThis non-impact workout is excellent for cardiovascularconditioning, flexibility and strengthening. Aqua training isa terrific way to gain fitness without the stresses of gravityexperienced in land-based training.

PiYoIf pilates and yoga were mixed together, this is what youwould get. This class will help develop strength, flexibilityand balance to sculpt long, lean muscles. With pilates, yogaand a combo of upbeat moves, this mat class will get yourblood flowing while re-shaping you from head to toe.

Speed and AgilitySwifter, higher, stronger! Train like an athlete! This classfocuses on developing strength, power, balance and agilitywhile maintaining flexibility. Dynamics of this class includeplyometric-type exercises designed to produce fast, powerfulmovements, and improve functions of the nervous systemwhile increasing foot speed.

ZumbaThis is a Latin inspired, dance-fitness class incorporatinginternational music and dance movements. It includes acombination of fast and slow rhythms, that tone andsculpt. The class integrates aerobic, interval and resistancetraining. Dancers and non-dancers will have a blast whilegetting an incredible workout!

Semper Fit Group classes

For more information on group classes call 254-7597

Hours of operation:Monday-Friday, 4:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday & Holidays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Headquarters and Service Battalion’s Camp Smith 5k Grueler

Wed., Sept. 16

Race over to Camp Smith for the Camp Smith 5k Gruelerand show the mountain what you're made of. The 5k foot racetakes diehard runners throughout Camp Smith’s ruggedmountainous terrain beginning at the panoramic BordelonField. If you think you can handle the race, you are in for avisual delight. High above the Pearl Harbor basin, this racewill treat runners to scenic vistas, from Honolulu to EwaBeach.

HSL-37 Splash & Dash BiathlonSat., Oct. 17

An amphibious assault is coming to Kaneohe Bay. As theyare trained to do, the Marines and sailors aboard MCB Hawaiiwill be passionately hitting the surf and the turf around theMarine Corps Air Station. This is not a training exercise, it’s forreal. It is the HSL-37 “Easyriders” Splash & Dash Biathlon.

The race begins with a 500-meter open water swim, then

grab your running shoes and head around the flight line forthe 5-kilometer foot race.

MCAS Tradewind TriathlonSat., Nov. 1

The MCAS Tradewind Triathlon is the final triathlon offeredin Hawaii this year, so get registered early. The TradewindTriathlon hits the shores and streets of MCB Hawaii KaneoheBay with a 500-meter swim followed by an 11.1-mile bikecourse, and ending with a 5-kilometer run. This event is idealfor amateur or experienced triathletes, and even serves as theOfficial Hawaii Senior Olympic Triathlon for 2009.

3rd Radio Bn. Jingle Bell JogSat., Dec. 5

Jog off that Thanksgiving feast! This 4-mile run around theNuupia Ponds will help you stay fit throughout the holidayseason.

In the spirit of the season, a Family Fun Run around the PopWarner Field track will take place after the race.

Spotlight On Sports

Water Sports at Base Marina

Enjoy kayaking, canoe paddling, surfing or stand-up paddling withequipment rented from the Base Marina! Arrangements can be madeto use the equipment at the Marina, base beaches or in areas outside ofMarine Corps Base Hawaii. For more information, call 254-7666.

Parents for Fitness

The Parents for Fitness Program is a cooperative babysitting effortavailable at the Semper Fit Center for all active duty service membersand their families.

The PFFP participants are required to volunteer to babysit three timesper month and is open for parents with children 6 weeks and older.

For more information, call Allison at 744-5977 or MCBHcoop@hotmail.com.

Paintball Hawaii

Nestled behind the Lemon Lot stands Paintball Hawaii. Shoot overfor great deals and have a blast with your friends.

Cost is $25 per person and includes one air refill, equipment andthe field fee. The field is open weekends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call265-4283.

K-Bay Lanes

Knock 'em down at the bowling alley or enjoy some knock-out foodat the bowling alley's cafe. The base bowling alley has new hours:

Monday-Tuesday: 5 - 9 p.m.Wednesday-Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.Friday: 11 a.m. - 1 a.m.Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 1 a.m.Sunday and Holidays: 1:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.For more information, contact K-Bay Lanes at 254-7693.

Personal Trainers Available at Semper Fit

For those looking to get into a tailored exercise regimen, or justlooking for good advice on weight management and weight control,the Semper Fit Center offers free personal training consultation.

You can schedule an appointment with a trainer who will takebody-fat measurements, blood-pressure and heart-rate readings.

They will do all this and tailor a program, based on your physicalneeds and ambitions.

For only $5 per workout, a professional trainer will actually workwith you to ensure maximum efficiency.

Pick up a personal training appointment card at the Semper FitCenter now.

For more information, contact Semper Fit at 254-7597.

Fishing Charters Available at MCB Hawaii

Spend the day aboard one of the Base Marina’s fishing charter boats.For more information, stop by the Base Marina located in Building

1698, across from Hangar 101, or call 254-7666 or 254-7667.

Semper Fit Offers New Array of Aerobics

The Semper Fit Center announces a new and expanded aerobicsprogram. For more information, call 254-7597.

Okinawa Kenpo Karate

Every Tuesday and Thursday, join MCCS Youth Activities for KenpoKarate Kobudo classes, held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Building 1391, locat-ed behind the old 7-Day Store.

Adults and children are welcome. Costs for classes are $35 for adults, $25 for children, and $20 for

additional family members. For information, call MCCS YouthActivities at 254-7610.

HAWAII MARINE AUGUST 14, 2009 • B-5

2009 Intramural Summer Basketball LeagueSScchheedduullee

Aug. 176:30 p.m. VP-9 ANT vs. VPU-27:30 p.m. MALS-24 vs. VP-98:30 p.m. MCAS vs. HQBN

Aug. 186:30 p.m. MarForPac vs. 1/127:30 p.m. CPRW-2 vs. CISD8:30 p.m. VP-47 vs. VP-4

Aug. 196:30 p.m. MarForPac vs. HQBN7:30 p.m. HSL-37 vs. CLB-38:30 p.m. MALS-24 vs. CISD

Aug. 216:30 p.m. MCAS vs. VP-47:30 p.m. 1/12 vs. VP-98:30 p.m. Klipper Golf vs. VPU-2

Aug. 226:30 p.m. CPRW-2 vs. SNCOA7:30 p.m. VP-9 ANT vs. VP-478:30 p.m. HSL-37 vs. VP-4

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Current as of Tuesday

Semper Fit is seeking participants for the

All-Marine Women's SoftballTeam Trial Camp from Aug. 28 to Sept. 18 at

Marine Corps Air StationCherry Point, N.C.

Female Marines interested incompeting must submit an

application no later than Aug. 21. Resume

forms are available online or by contacting Tina

Lui at 254-7590.

All-Marine Women’sSoftball Team Trial Camp

101 Days of SummerUnit Standings

MCAS 1670 pointsHSL-37 930 points VP-47 900 pointsVP-9 620 points3rd Radio Bn 450 pointsCPRW-2 335 points21st Dental 300 points

Small Unit Division(299 or less personnel)

1/12 1520 pointsMALS-24 1010 points HQBN 690 pointsCLB-3 480 pointsCamp Smith 315 points

Large Unit Division(300 or more personnel)

Winning unit in each division receives $750 into their unit fund.

Second place unit in each division receives $500 into their unit fund.

Go out and support your unit!

Intraumural Softball LeagueThere will be a coaches organizational meeting for theIntramural Softball League season Sept. 8 at 2 p.m. at

the Semper Fit Center’s Basketball Gym.

For more information, call Joe Au at 254-7591.

B-6 • AUGUST 14, 2009 HAWAII MARINE

BayFest Competitions!

Bathtub RegattaBuild your own boat to compete in the BayFest Bathtub Regatta on Sunday

at 1:30 p.m. Come out to the Waterfront to see who sinks or swims in this fun competition.

BayFest BodySearch

Seeking men and women to showcase their personal fitness achievement on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. Come out and cheer for your favoriteBayFest BodySearch contestantat the Fest Tent.

Cpl. Regina A. Ochoa

Hawaii Marine

LifestylesAUGUST 14, 2009

VOLUME 39, NUMBER 32WWW.MCBH.USMC.MIL

The Contemporary Museum bosts great art exhibits, elaborate architecture and acres of maintained gardens to ensure all patrons can find something to enjoy during their visit.

Not the average museum

One of a kind

Story and Photos byCpl. Achilles Tsantarliotis

U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific

The Contemporary Museum hosts differentmediums of art, most far from traditional.

The Contemporary Museum now offersfree military-affiliated admittance at itssummit location overlooking Honolulu.

The free admittance, funded by BAESystems and Boutiki, applies to all Departmentof Defense employees and family members.The museum initiated its military-friendlypolicy to help raise morale and expand servicemembers’ list of activities in Hawaii.

The museum rests on several acres of hill-top property with clear views of DiamondHead and downtown Honolulu. In addition toits equally artistic gardens, the estate offers anexhibit alternating between local and interna-tional artwork every couple months.

The elaborate building the museum residesin was originally constructed as an affluentresidence in a secluded environment addingto the artistic environment and sustaining itsappeal to visitors.

While the museum naturally avoids “tradi-tional” pieces, the combined offering of a his-toric Kama-aina site, elaborate architecture,and acres of maintained gardens ensures near-ly anyone can find something to enjoy there.

“It’s a great place for families,” said CharlieAldinger, Director of Museum ofAdvancement, TCM. “If the exhibit doesn’tseem [compelling,] there’s plenty else forthem to enjoy.”

Complementing the exhibit is an outdoorcafé where patrons can enjoy a beverage orsnack on the patio surrounded by murals andpaintings left by resident artists.

The museum also features an array of trailsinterweaving the area, scattered with subtleartwork and potential picnic sites.

Despite a lack of contemporary museums inHawaii, TCM remains a rare entity, eventhroughout the contiguous states, by fusingtwo seemingly conflicting aesthetics of new-age and nature.

“I think the two ‘opposites’ attract,” shesaid. “It’s a three-way offering of architecture,interesting art, and gorgeous landscaping.”

Contemporary art usually invokes thethought of an industrial or neutral-themedlocation – not immersed in a natural backdropaway from the city, Aldinger said.

“Normally a contemporary museum is sur-rounded by concrete – typically in a down-town or warehouse setting,” she added. “It’srare to find a [contemporary] museum in ahistoric, Kama-aina, residential estate.”

“We take it out of the sterile environment to a his-torically rich and scenic environment,” Aldinger said.

The museum also offers on-site catering forbusiness meetings or family picnics, and chil-dren’s art-classes, Aldinger explained.

“There’s no time limit,” she added. “Peopleoften come – check out the exhibit and thenspend the day lounging throughout thegrounds. It’s a great place to propose at.”

People interested in visiting within theupcoming months can expect to see the newlyrenovated exhibit featuring Japanese artistYoshihiro Suda. Suda is known for his fragileand subtle installations of hand-carved andpainted, minimalist plant life.

Although the $8 fee regular visitors normal-ly pay in admission may not be a huge give-away, Aldinger said with the current economyand unassuming museum location – there’s noreason to miss out.

“Even if you don’t know too much aboutcontemporary art, or art altogether, there aretours available and what we have here – noone else has on the island,” said MiltonWilson, a TCM volunteer and former Head ofChemistry for General Aero Company.

The Contemporary Museum is located at2411 Makiki Heights Dr., Honolulu, and canbe reached at 526-1322.

A woman shows off a plant growing between thewoodword on the floors of the ContemporaryMuseum. There are many plants and flowers growingthroughout the museum and add to its uniqueness.

Contemporary Museum

Various types of art fill the Contemporary Museum in Honolulu. The museum costs $8for regular admission, and is currently free for those affiliated with the military.

A flower peeks out of the floors in theContemporary Museum.

The ContemporaryMuseum offers

everything from art exhibits, grounds

to lounge in, beautifularchitecture and

even a cafe to relax in. The museum is currently open to

anyone with a militaryaffiliation for free.

Lance Cpl. Colby W. Brown

Combat Correspondent

Deep in the Sahara Desertthere is a secret base and inthat secret base there issecret training for secretmissions that use secretweapons, secret gear andsecret operatives. Thatwould be an awesome idea ifyou were in the secondgrade and had a buddy overto play G.I. Joes in the back-yard. Maybe even a greatidea for a blockbuster movie,but when you combine bothof those the end productmay turn out to be cliché.

In “G.I. Joe: Rise ofthe Cobra” the specialeffects were great,attractive women andthe heroes save theday, the only prob-lem with it was thecomplete corninessof the movie. It wascorny in the sensethe writers weretrying to per-sonify toys. Ifyou can dreamback to when you were a kidand remember how yourimagination stole away wholedays of the summer visualiz-ing the explosions caused bylittle plastic men, then thismovie will entertain you.

For those of you who didn’tplay G.I. Joes as a kid you mayask yourself, as you walk outof the theater, if you justwatched a children’s movie.

It included all the thingsneeded for a good summerblockbuster but lacked anintriguing plot. This can’t beblamed on the writersbecause the whole story ofG.I. Joe came from a toy. Butwhen spending millions ofdollars you might try todeepen the story, so it goesfurther than the imagina-

tion of a child. There are tons of eye-

catching scenes and plentyof action, but there isnowhere for relationships tobuild. When the guy savesthe girl there wasn’t anygrowth — he just saved her.

But enough of the storybashing — the action scenesin this movie captured whatyou imagined as a child andput it on the big screen. As faras action, having submarinefights, samurai sword fights,gunfights, catfights, car chasesand many others this moviedoesn’t disappoint.

The plot is easy to under-stand because it is onesentence: The good guysfight the bad guys andsome people fall in love.That doesn’t spoil the

movie if your worried,it‘s just the basis ofwhat the movie isabout.

If you want to goto the movie theater

and veg out watch-ing nothing butaction, this movie

maybe for you. Ithas its lulls in the fighting,but only long enough foryou to go to the bathroomor get more candy. It is agreat action movie but stopsbeing great when you try tocall it anythingother than action.

The movie hasno value as far asthe story goes —it‘s generic andbland. The onlything that kept mein the movie werethe explosions. So,if your looking fora movie that hasmore to offer thanjust a couplescenes of action, Iwould suggest see-ing another movie.

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Flowers

Combat Correspondent

“Funny People” was jam-packed with a whole lot offunny people but for somereason the outcome of themovie wasn’t very funny. Iwent to see the movie for afew good laughs after beingdragged to “G.I. Joe” theweekend before.

Unfortunately I left thetheater surprisingly disap-pointed.

With a title like “FunnyPeople,” I didn’t thinkthe movie would havehad such a down-er plot. Don’t getme wrong — Iappreciate thedepth and actu-al meaning ofthe film. It was aridiculous non-stop collegedrunk fest, butcome on —make me laugh,Adam Sandler!

The movie starts whenGeorge Simmons, a celebri-ty comedian played bySandler, finds out he has arare disease, and there isonly a small chance he cansurvive by using experimen-tal medicine. He prettymuch gives up on life untilhe runs into Ira Wright.

Ira (Seth Rogen) istrying to make itin the tough worldof comedy, andGeorge can’t standto be alone.George hires himto be his “assis-tant,” whichmeant taking hisphone calls, writ-ing comedy mate-rial, and of course,talking him tosleep. Withoutadmitting it, thetwo become closefriends. Ira getsbetter at his own

comedy routine, andGeorge starts to re-evaluatehis life, and brings his closefriends and family back intohis life.

Good movie, right?That’s when things got con-fusing; almost like “twomovies in one” confusing.Laura (Leslie Mann)George’s ex- fiancée isbrought into the picture.Surprise surprise the two arestill in love and all themagic comes back whenthey look deep into eachother’s eyes. The problem is

Laura has moved onand has a family of her

own. Instead of

just keepingLaura as the loveinterest, thedirector decidedto bring herwhole familyand life storyinto the picture.This is where Iwas hoping the

movie wasn’t goingto go.

Laura’s family and lovetriangle were brought intothe movie. I mean who wasthe movie about? DyingGeorge or Laura’s messed upmarriage? This chunk of themovie caused the overallfilm to drag on forever andever … and it wasn’t evenlaugh-out-loud funny!

Finally, there is a wrap upof all the chaos and theending credits do come tothe screen — I promise.There were some goodlaughs along the way of thisone, but most were duringthe actual stand-up comedysegments.

I had a lot higher expec-tations, but I guess overall itwasn’t an awful movie butit’s certainly not a greatone. This is disappointingbecause in my eyes, Sandleris a classic comedian andRogen is a great entertainer… both let me down.

C-2 • AUGUST 14, 2009 HAWAII MARINE

FLOWERS

BROWN

Lance Cpl. Cassandra Flowers feels agood movie should make you forgetabout everything that’s is going onin the outside world. Her favoritemovies are always comedies. Whether amovie makes you laugh, cry, or scared togo to bed at night, if it takes you awayfrom reality for those few hours then it’sgood to go in her eyes.

Lance Cpl. Colby W. Brown thinks agood movie is one that isn’t just astory but an adventure you can loseyourself in. He believes that a movieshould make you think about what youviewed and also be entertained by it.Brown’s favorite movies include “FerrisBueller’s Day Off,” “Requiem for a Dream,”“Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas” and“Dirty Harry.”

Better KnowA Critic

TALK

*

*[tôk stôreï] Hawaiian slang for an informal, lengthy conversation. Often used as a method to bond, or a good way to kill time.

"'Sons of Anarchy,' because I likemotorcycles, and own and ridemotorcycles. I'm part of a motor-cycle club as well. The show hasgood action andgood drama." — J.P. Otomo

"'Sponge Bob Squarepants'because it's funny and

kind of gross." — John Helman

STOR

Y August-born actor Chris Pine(Aug. 26, 1980) starred as ayoung Captain Kirk in themost recent movie in the longline of spin-off shows andmovies which spawned fromthe popular television show ofthe 1960s. What is your favorite television show and why? “”

Your weekly guide to all aspects

of entertainmentWelcome to the Pass In Review, your num-

ber one source for cinema, music,videogame and book reviews. The Pass InReview crew consists of more than 10 critics,each with their own idea of what makes amovie, album, game or book great. So be sureto take advantage of the Better Know A Criticsection, which spotlights this week’s critics tobetter help you choose the critic with opinionsmost like your own. Using our breakthroughfour point scale system you can quickly deci-pher what is worth your time and what isn’t, orread the full review for an in-depth analysisand explanation of the rating. The rating sys-tem uses ammunition and range terminology,so if you’re not familiar, here’s a quick break-down of the ratings ...

1/4 — No Impact, No IdeaHorrendous. Among the worst of theworst in its genre. Dedicating time to thisis not only wasteful, but unforgivable.Avoid at all costs.

2/4 — High And To The RightMediocrity at its best. Lacks a few thingsthat might have made it really good. Adecent time waster, partake only if youhave nothing better to do.

3/4 — On TargetPraiseworthy. A great endeavor, notquite an instant classic but still veryentertaining. This is a sound invest-ment of your time.

4/4 — Confirmed KillGenius. In the top 10 percent of itsgenre. This is the stuff legends aremade of. Missing out on it would bea disservice to yourself.

So, there you have it and we hope you enjoyour weekly reviews. Don’t forget, The HawaiiMarine accepts submissions from its readers soif you consider yourself a film buff, music afi-cionado, gaming geek or bookworm feel free tosubmit your own reviews. Or, if you disagreewith a review published and want fellow read-ers to know the real scoop, send in a condensedreview and we’ll run it as a second opinion.

From the previews, the movie seemed like it was going to beaction packed with realistic scenarios, but it wasn’t. The startof the movie was good, but it soon started to fall apart andbecome very unrealistic. As I thought it would be a guymovie, it turned out to be much more like “Agent CodyBanks” or an adult “Spy Kids.” As bad of a movie as it was, itwas very fun to see the many cameos that were incorporatedin the film. The movie wasn’t all bad, even though I think Imay have done a better job if I made the movie with theaction figures myself.

– Jesse McAlexander

'Family Guy.' It liftsmorale. My girlfriendthinks I'm similar to Peter Griffin. My favoritecharacter is Stewie. He's clever.— Lance Cpl. Anthony Vasosaust

Not a realAmerican

hero movie

NNoott ssoo ‘‘FFuunnnnyy PPeeooppllee’’

“G.I. Joe: The Rise of the Cobra”1 out of 4 (No Impact, No Idea)

Second Opinion

HAWAII MARINE AUGUST 14, 2009 • C-3

Amanda Sordelet, family readinessassistant for 1st Battalion, 12thMarine Regiment, attended thegrand opening of the 1/12 FamilyReadiness Center Aug. 7. Herdaughter, 17-month-old Kira,played with balloons and toys atthe center. Service members andspouses held its grand openingAug. 7, with refreshments. "Whena service member goes on deployment, they [will] know theirfamily's taken care of," said ret.Master Sgt. Christopher Scott, family readiness officer for 1/12.The second family readiness centeron Marine Corps Base Hawaii, thewill be open for selected hours.Military spouses can make use ofthe center which includes a television, toys to entertain children, family informationalbrochures, a laptop computer andprinter. For more information, callthe center at 257-2297.

For the families

Kristen Wong

When Cpl. Roberto Ramosstepped up to the microphone atthe Emcee Maniac competition atKahuna’s Bar and Grill July 30, hedidn’t know what to expect.

After finding out about the com-petition through his unit, Ramosthought he should give it a try andsee what happens.

“It was my first time ever gettingon stage in front of people,” Ramossaid. “I was so nervous, but I lovedit.”

Ramos, cryptological linguist,Third Radio Battalion, and manyother contestants competed for achance to be this year’s emcee forBayFest 2009.

Going into the night, the 24-year-old Palmdale, Calif., nativedidn’t really have any idea what hewas going to say. So right beforegoing on stage he thought of a fewstories he could tell the audienceand piled them all together.

“The best part about beingup in front of everyone is theadrenaline rush,” Ramossaid.

The stories Ramos usedrevolved a lot around hisMexican-American ethnicity.“I just talked about me, andmy experiences and my fam-ily,” Ramos said. “My biggestinfluence is my father. Myfather is hilarious.

“My comedy is mostlyimprov. I just get up thereand talk about my experi-ences and when I started tostray away from that I didn’tget as good of a response,”Ramos said. “After my per-formance, people kept con-gratulating me on how well Idid but I didn’t think muchof it.”

At the end of the nightthe winners were announcedand Ramos was surprised hisname was not called.

But, he didn’t walk away

empty handed. “The host for the competi-

tion came up to me at the endof the event and told me heowned a comedy club andwould like me to performthere,” Ramos said. “He said Iwas the funniest one in thecompetition by far.”

Ramos performed atSharkey’s Comedy Club inWaikiki Saturday performing ashort five-minute set as part ofthe open microphone night.Even though the name impliesa walk-on show, you still haveto be invited to perform,Ramos said.

Everyone at the club musthave enjoyed his performancebecause Ramos received aninvite to perform weekly.

“It’s just a five-minute setevery Saturday after the mainacts perform for now,” Ramossaid. “I’m getting out [of theMarine Corps] in about fourmonths so we’ll see if it takes

me anywhere.”After parting ways with the

Corps, Ramos plans to attend filmschool at the University ofSouthern California, where hewants to become what he describesas, “a triple threat” in the industry.He wants to write, direct and pro-mote.

“This whole experience has beena good stepping stone,” Ramos said.“Obviously the Marine Corps butalso this whole comedy thing. Ihonestly never thought I would bedoing something like this.”

Now that Ramos has a set gig, hepays more attention to the funnythings that happen to him and sto-ries that he thinks of.

“Jokes will pop in my head andI’ll type it into my phone and onceI do that I tend to remember it.”

Ramos said hopes to find some-where to continue his comedic per-formances while he attends school.

“This is definitely a differentexperience that I really I enjoy so Icant wait to see what comes of it.”

Cpl. Roberto Ramos performs at the Emcee Maniaccompetition July 30 at Kahuna’s Bar and Grill. Hedidn’t win the competition, but was offered theopportunity to perform at Sharkey’s Comedy Club inWaikiki, where he now performs weekly.

MMCCBB HHaawwaaiiii ccoorrppoorraall ppeerrffoorrmmss aatt llooccaall ccoommeeddyy cclluubbLance Cpl. Kevin M. Beebe Jr.

Combat Correspondent

Comic relief

Michelle Asato

Local youths compete, placein figure skating competition

PEARL CITY, Hawaii — The wide stretch oficy ground lay before the young girl as she raisedher arms in a ready position. As the gentle soundof Lee Ann Womack's voice singing "I Hope YouDance," echoed around her, 11-year-old AspenWatkins, her eyelids draped in purple shadow, slidacross the ice with ease.

"I cried," said Monae Watkins, her mother, whowas able to watch her daughter compete in the2009 Ice Skating Institute World RecreationalTeam Championships in late July. "It was absolute-ly beautiful. The competition that she was upagainst was incredible. It made it even moreincredible to see where she is as opposed to where

she was a year ago."Also skating in the competition was Azaria "AJ"

Spindler, Aspen Watkins's teammate. Spindler,who skated to the song "River Flows In You" byYiruma for one performance, said she had a lot offun at the competition.

"[Spindler was] surprisingly calm," said her moth-er, Kasandra Shriver. "She didn't seem nervous atall. I was more nervous than she was."

Aspen Watkins and Spindler took third placewith their Hawaii team, named the TropicalBlades. The competition, which took place atSharks Ice at San Jose, Calif., featured approxi-mately 1,300 competitors from various countries,in various divisions.

Aspen Watkins said during the first performanceshe was shaking and nervous because there weretechnical difficulties with the music.

"But then the othertimes afterwards it was like abreeze," Watkins said with asmile and laugh.

The Pearl City resident tookfirst place in her age divisionin the "Character SpotlightFreestyle 1" category, secondplace in "Freestyle 1" and"Solo Compulsory Freestyle1," and third place in "ArtisticFreestyle 1." Spindler, a 13-year-old attending KailuaIntermediate School, wonsecond place in her age divi-sion for "Freestyle 1."

Both girls, whose fathers areservice members in the Navyand Marine Corps, found alove for figure skating not toolong ago.

Watkins, who has been skating for almost ayear, said she became interested in figure skat-ing when she read a book from the "AmericanGirl" series. Her inspiration was the characternamed Mia, who figure skates.

"I thought that figure skating would be a coolsport," Aspen Watkins said. "So I begged my par-ents, and they let me try it."

Aspen Watkins got her first taste of figure skat-ing when her father, a Marine, was stationed inOkinawa, Japan. She said at first she had troublebalancing, but within a few weeks she becameaccustomed to skating.

Eventually Aspen Watkins began to take privatelessons with a coach, and competed in March'sSkate Aloha and the Hawaiian Open in July.

When she's not preparing for a competition,Aspen Watkins spends five hours a Saturday atpractice. To prepare for a competition, she prac-tices six times a week. Robyn Conboy, an figureskating instructor at Ice Palace Hawaii, is the headcoach of Tropical Blades and Aspen Watkins' pri-vate coach. She said Aspen Watkins is usually thelast one left practicing just before the ice resurfac-er enters the rink.

"Aspen's a very hard worker, and she loves toskate," Conboy said. "You [have got to] love thesport. You [have got to] love skating before you dowell. It's got to come from the heart."

Spindler, who has been figure skating for a year-and-a-half, said she currently practices three timesa week from 45 minutes to an hour each session.If there is a competition, she practices longer.

"I really like to go to Ice Palace a lot and just skatearound," Spindler said. "I just joinedbecause I would watch skaters on TVand say 'ooh, I want to be like that,'and now I'm here."

Figure skating moves can be com-plicated, and vary in style. AspenWatkins said it took her threemonths to master the "waltz jump,"an axel jump in figure skating involv-ing a half-rotation. Spindler is cur-rently learning how to do a "salchowjump," a move which includes threeturns followed by a jump. She's look-ing forward to learning axel jumpswhen she progresses in level, butuntil then she favors a move called a"toe loop," which she called "the clos-est thing that I can do that's an axel."

Though both Spindler and Watkins'fathers were not able to be at theactual competition itself, they

watched it on video instead, and both wereextremely proud. Navy Cmdr. Jack Shriver, specialoperations officer, Commander, Submarine ForceU.S. Pacific Fleet, whose wife also skated competi-tively as a young girl, said he thought skating wasin his daughter's genes.

"She's done so well, and she's so graceful," JackShriver said.

Maj. David Watkins, aviation support plans offi-cer, Aviation Logistics Division, U.S. Marine CorpsForces, Pacific, said the family is planning to moveto Colorado when he retires, where the trainingfacility for the Olympics is located.

"I'm proud of her because she's worked so hardthis past year," David Watkins said. "She's accom-plished a lot in one year with her skating."

The team continues to keep busy preparing forupcoming events throughout the year, including aChristmas figure skating show in December and aspring show in May. As far as competitions go,Conboy said the team usually competes in IcePalace Hawaii's regular competitions in March andJuly, and are currently raising funds for the nextISI World Recreational Team Championships, tobe held in Boston.

Though only time will tell what the futureholds, Aspen Watkins said she aspires to skatein the Olympics. Although Spindler said shewants to be a surgeon, she has no intention ofquitting skating.

"I'm gonna skate as long as I can," Spindler said.

Photo Courtesy of Kasandra Shriver Photo Courtesy of Maj. David Watkins

Azaria "AJ" Spindler, 13, took second place in herage division for "Freestyle 1." "It was very fun, Ireally liked it," Spindler said. "It wasn't that stress-ful but it did require a lot of work." Spindler andAspen Watkins competed with their team "TropicalBlades," at the 2009 Ice Skating Institute WorldRecreational Team Championships in July.

"The first time I was shaking on the ice," said AspenWatkins, 11. "I got kind of nervous [be]cause mymusic got screwed up ... but then the other timesafterwards it was like a breeze; it wasn't hard. Iwasn't nervous; I was more calm." Watkins, pic-tured above, skated to "I Hope You Dance" by LeeAnn Womack, for one of her performances at the2009 Ice Skating Institute World RecreationalTeam Championships in July.

You have got to love the

sport. You havegot to love

skating beforeyou do well.

It’s got to comefrom the heart.

-Robyn Conboy

‘‘Kristen Wong

Photojournalist

HAWAII MARINE AUGUST 14, 2009 • C-5C-4 • AUGUST 14, 2009 HAWAII MARINE

BAYFEST

BAYFEST

Pickup at Hangar 101.1st Stop: Left turn into

Commissary/Chapel parking lot.2nd Stop: Bldg. 1090,

Annex parking lot.3rd Stop: Corner of

Mokapu Blvd. and Faleafine Pl.4th Stop: Corner of Harris

Avenue and Irwin Street.5th Stop: Corner of

Middaugh Street and CampionDrive.

6th Stop: Corner of DalyRoad and Bordeleon Loop.

7th Stop: ASP lot (Corner ofDaly Road and Dias Place).

8th Stop: Corner of Daly

Road and Pond Drive.9th Stop: Corner of Bancroft

Drive and Lawrence Road.10th Stop: Corner of

Lawrence Road and HarrisAvenue.

11th Stop: Corner ofLawrence Road and BancroftDrive.

12th Stop: Corner of SouthLawrence Road and LawrenceRoad.

13th Stop: Corner ofLawrence Road and McLennanDrive.

Return to Bayfest.

Pickup at Hangar101.

1st Stop: Corner ofYarnell Road and ReedRoad.

2nd Stop: Officer’sClub parking lot.

3rd Stop: Upper StaffNCO Club parking lot.

4th Stop: Corner ofManning Street andArnado Street.

5th Stop: Left turninto parking lot at basehousing office.

Return to Bayfest.

BayFest Competitions

ScheduleEvents

RED ROUTE GREEN ROUTE

Bubba Gump Shrimp Eating

ContestSaturday, 6:30 p.m.

Ten contestants will race to eat up to threepounds of peel ‘n’ eat shrimp for a chance to winprizes and walk away with full stomachs.

The contest is free and open to the public. Thoseinterested can sign up on site at the Fest Tent begin-ning at 6 p.m.

For more information, please call 254-7591.

BathtubRegatta

Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

Float your own boat in the Bathtub Regatta!The race is free for all military, civilians and cor-porate teams who have created a homemade boatand are willing to put their crafts to the test.

Boats must be self-propelled by four-personteams and created just for the race.

Numerous prizes will be awarded.For more information, call 254-7590.

GNC BodySearchFitness

CompetitionSunday, 3:30 p.m.

It's the survival of the fittest AND thefinest at the 2009 GNC BayFest BodySearchFitness Competition.

Watch these slim, trim and muscle-brimmed men and women strut their stuffand select the best.

If you think you have the brawn andbeauty of a BodySearch contender, call254-7597 for details.

Where to parkHow to get to BayFest Shuttle Van and Bus Schedules and Routes

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Friday5 - 8 p.m. – Military Static Display

JN Automotive New Car Show Island Lifestyle Expo

5 p.m. – Midnight – E. K. Fernandez carnival rides, games and food6 p.m. – Marine Forces Pacific Band – Main Stage7 p.m. – Go Jimmy Go – Main Stage8:30 p.m. – Filter – Main Stage10 p.m. – Fireworks by Grucci – Waterfront10:30 p.m. – Fest Test Party with DJ Victor Effler – Fest Tent

SaturdayNoon – 6 p.m. – All Hawaii Cruise’ and Marimed Foundation

Coconut Island Boat Rides – WaterfrontNoon – 8p.m. – Military Static Display

JN Automotive New Car Show Island Lifestyle Expo

Noon – Midnight – E. K. Fernandez carnival rides, games and food4 p.m. – Concert gates open5 p.m. – Marines Forces Pacific Band – Main Stage6:30 p.m. – Bubba Gump Shrimp Eating Contest – Fest Tent8:30 p.m. – Mike Corrado Band – Main Stage9:45 p.m. – The Black Eyed Peas – Main Stage10 p.m. – Fest Tent Party with DJ Victor Effler – Fest Tent

SundayNoon – 4 p.m. – Operation HomefrontNoon – 6 p.m. – All Hawaii Cruises’ and Marimed Foundation

Coconut Island Boat Rides – WaterfrontNoon – 8 p.m. – Military Static Display

JN Automotive New Car Show Island Lifestyle Expo

Noon – 9 p.m. – E. K. Fernandez carnival rides, games and food1:30 p.m. – Bathtub Regatta – Waterfront3:30 p.m. – GNC BodySearch Fitness Competition – Main Stage5 p.m. – Ten Feet – Main Stage6 & 8 p.m. – 360 Band – Fest Tent6:30 p.m. – Fiji – Main Stage8:30 p.m. – Katchafire – Main Stage 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks by Grucci – Waterfront

Sgt. Sara A. Taylor

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Volunteer Opportunities

Tour Guides Needed on Coconut IslandBecome an Interpretive Guide at the Hawaii

Institute of Marine Biology on Coconut Island! Spend time in beautiful Kaneohe Bay leading tours

and discovering the important research taking placeon Coconut Island, learning about Hawaii's marineenvironment.

Use science to promote stewardship, meet interest-ing people and have fun leading hour-long tours onthe island. You must be at least 18 years old, andcommit to six months of volunteering .

For more information about the opportunities,call the education staff at 236-7415.

Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Nursery Aid

A peaceful refuge needs your help! Ho'omaluhiaBotanical Garden is looking for volunteers that arehighly motivated and have a desire to help in ourBotanical Garden.

Nursery aids are responsible for fertilizing,pruning, watering, trimming, shrubs, groundcovers and other botanical specimens.

Other duties include weeding, raking leaves, and

mulching around trees and pathways. Interested parties need to fill out a Honolulu

Botanical Garden volunteer application and come infor an interview.

Volunteers are needed Monday through Fridayfrom 8 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

All Enlisted Spouses Club Thrift Shop

The All Enlisted Spouses Club Thrift Shop, locatedin Building 212 (Pless Hall), is in need of volunteers toassist with thrift shop-related tasks such as sorting andhanging clothing items, cleaning, gardening andother tasks.

Thrift Store hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday except Wednesdays (store is closed)and on the first Saturday each month from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. for Bag Sale days.

Volunteers may be active duty or reserve militarymembers, spouses of any military ranks, dependents,retirees and spouses, or civilians who have base access.All volunteers must be 18 or over.

Please call 254-0841 or emailmcbhaesc@yahoo.com for more information.

Word to PassBudget for Baby Class

1st and 3rd Mondays The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society offers

a free class in Building 4016 from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. for expecting parents.

This free class will provide information onbudgeting for a new baby, common babyexpenses, visiting nurse program and more.

For more information, please call 257-1972.

Test of Adult Basic EducationAug. 19

This test is designed to measure basic aca-demic skills commonly required for adult edu-cation programs. It will be in Building 220,Classroom A at 7:45 a.m.

It is open to active duty, family members andDepartment of Defense civilians.

For more information, call 257-2158.

Aboard MCB Hawaii

Community EventsArboretum Tours

Tuesdays and SaturdaysEnjoy the sights and

sounds of the LyonArboretum, University ofHawaii. Knowledgeable guideswill share highlights of theArboretum collections. Toursare Tuesday 10 - 11:30 a.m.and Saturday 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Registration is requiredand a tour donation of $2.50is requested. Call 988-0456for more information.

Live Energy Lite EventOct. 3

Kick off National EnergyAwareness Month atPearlridge Center’s Uptown

Center Court from 10 a.m. to3 p.m. Get energy saving tipsfrom experts, learn aboutHawaii’s clean energy futureplans, enjoy Hawaiian enter-tainment and test your ener-gy IQ to win prizes.

Admission is free. Formore informtaion, contactthe Hawaiian ElectricCompany at 543-7511.

Guided Tours of the Hawaii Theatre

TuesdaysThe one-hour tour offers a

unique insight into the history,art, architecture and restorationof the beautiful Hawaii Theatrein Chinatown, including a per-

formance on the 1922 RobertMorton theatre organ. There is afee for admission. To book a touror for information, please call528-0506.

Mission Houses MuseumThrough Sept. 12

The Mission Houses Museumis showing Alphabet Soup:Literacy, Language & Learning, aspecial exhibition in theChamberlain House. Galleriesare open through Sept. 12.

The museum is located at553 South King St.,Honolulu, HI 96813.

For more information, call531-0481.

Prices: All shows are $3 for adults and $2 for children. For ticket pricing, the Base Theater Box Office defines an adult as a patron 12 and older and

defines a child as a patron from 6 to 11. Children 5 and younger are admitted free of charge. Parentsmust purchase tickets for R-rated movies in person at the box office for children 16 and younger.Patrons must present their military identification card when purchasing tickets.Call 254-7642 for recorded information.

Sneak Preview Policy: One hour and 45 minutes prior to the movie, tickets will be issued to first priority patronswaiting in line, then second and third priority patrons.

In an effort to prevent piracy, the following security measures will be enforced on base for sneak preview screenings: bagchecks, confiscation of cameras or cell phones with picture taking capability (items will be returned after screening), mag-netometer warning, audience scanning with night vision goggles during screening.

The Base Theater and film companies thank you in advance for your cooperation and hope you will enjoy the show. Forrecorded information, call the Base Theater at 254-7642.

MMOVIEOVIE TTIMESIMES

For more information about the theater’s schedule and to check movie times,call the Movie Hotline at 254-7642.

Today at 7:15 p.m.Today at 9:45 p.m.

Saturday at 7:15 p.m.Saturday at 9:15 p.m.Sunday at 2 p.m.

Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.Friday at 7:15 p.m.

Friday at 9:45 p.m.

“The Proposal”“Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen”“My Sister’s Keeper”“Year One”“Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaur”“Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen”“The Proposal”“Transformers: Revenge of theFallen”“Public Enemies”

Today Dinner

Minestrone Soup Chicken Noodle Soup SauerbratenBaked Stuffed FishScalloped PotatoesNoodles Jefferson Simmered Green Beans Creole Summer Squash Cream Gravy Tater Sauce

SaturdayDinner

Cream of Chicken Soup Beef Barley SoupBeef Stew Pork Chops MexicanaButtered Egg Noodles Spanish Rice Mexican Corn Simmered Peas Brown Gravy Lemon Meringue Pie Oatmeal Chocolate ChipCookies Marble Cake Butter Cream Frosting

SundayDinner

Cream of Potato Chowder Vegetable Soup

Beef Cordon BleuTropical Pork ChopsBoiled Egg Noodles Orange RiceClub Spinach Cauliflower Au Gratin Brown Gravy Cherry Pie Lemon Cookies Devils Food Cake Banana Bread Raspberry Gelatin Lemon Gelatin Vanilla Cream PuddingChocolate Cream Pudding

MondayDinner

Beef Noodle Soup Cream of Broccoli Soup Honey Ginger ChickenHungarian GoulashWild Rice Simmered Green Beans Simmered Corn Chicken Gravy

TuesdayDinner

Cream of Mushroom Soup Bean with Bacon Soup Swiss Steak w/Tomato SauceLemon Baked Fish Fillets Lyonnaise Potatoes

Rice Pilaf Southern Style Green Beans Simmered Mixed Vegetables Cream Gravy Tater Sauce

WednesdayDinner

Manhattan Clam Chowder Split Pea & Ham Soup Savory Baked ChickenBeef Pot PieBoiled Egg Noodles Parsley Buttered Potatoes Creole Summer SquashSimmered PeasChicken Gravy

ThursdayDinner

Tomato Soup Chicken and Rice Soup Orange & Rosemary HoneyGlazed Chicken BreastSimmered Corned BeefIslanders RiceParsley Buttered Potatoes Glazed CarrotsFried Cabbage w/bacon Mustard Sauce Chicken GravyVanilla Cream PuddingChocolate Cream Pudding

At AndersonHall Dining

Facility

HAWAII MARINE AUGUST 14, 2009 • C-7

MokapuBeatWhat’s happening at Mokapu Elementary School

Important NumbersMokapu Elementary School Office: 254-7964 Mokapu Elementary School Fax: 254-7969 Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Health Aide: 254-7968Absentee Line: 254-7968Student Support Coordinator: 254-7979

Meal InformationMokapu uses a computerized meal system,

a school picture/bar code ID. The cafeteriawill not accept cash-in-line transactions.Money must be deposited into your child’saccount. Students must have money put intotheir account by the first day of school to pur-chase lunch.

Deposits can be made by cash or check inthe office. Checks should be made payable tothe Department of Education.

Free and reduced meal applications will beavailable for you to fill out and turn back intoyour child’s teacher. They will also be avail-able for pick up in the office. One applicationcan be used for all children at all DOEschools.

- Breakfast is served from 7:15 to 7:45 a.m.The cost is 35 cents, or 20 cents for those whoqualify for free/reduced meals. A secondbreakfast is $1.50. Adult breakfasts cost $1.90.

- Lunch costs $1.25, or 20 cents for thosewho qualify for free or reduced meals. A sec-ond entrée is $1.25, and an entire secondlunch is $4. Adult lunches cost $4.40.

- Lunch schedule is as follows: Kindergartenand grade 2: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Grades 1 and 5:

11:10 - 11:40 a.m. Grades 3, 4 and 6: 11:50 -12:20 a.m.

Mokapu is a peanut/peanut butter freeschool. No peanut products are allowed atschool.

Early Release WednesdaysWednesdays are early release days.

Children will be dismissed from school at12:30 p.m. every Wednesday.

A new bus application booklet is availableat the school office. Payments are calculatedon a 185-instructional-day school year. Threepayment options are available. To be eligiblefor bus transportation, students must reside1.5 miles or more from the school. Once youhave turned into the office the completedapplication, you may check on your child’sapplication with the office or by logging ontohttp://iportal.k12.hi.us/SBT/home. The NoPass, No Ride policy will be in effect.

Traffic ProceduresMorning Drop-Off (7:30 - 7:50 a.m.) Drivers

may drop off students in front of or on theside of the school at the yellow curbs only.Vehicles must keep moving all the way for-ward before allowing children to exit.Students must exit the vehicle from the curbside only for safety. Students should notarrive at school before 7:40 a.m. Upon arrival,children in grades 1-6 are to report directly tothe morning lineup near their building.Children eating breakfast must remain in the

cafeteria until the 7:50 a.m. bell rings.

Afternoon Pick-Up (Mon.,Tues.,Thurs. andFri. 2:10 p.m., Wed. 12:30 p.m.) The front ofthe school will not be open for pick-up untilthe school buses have arrived and are inplace. Parking is prohibited in front of theschool and prohibited by red curbs at alltimes. If asked to move your vehicle, pleasedo so promptly. This is a safety request andwill be monitored closely. Parking is availablenext to 3rd Marine Regiment. Do not blockdriveways. Make a right turn only when exit-ing.

Family Math NightJoin us for the Amazing Math Race Family

Math Night for grades 1-2 on Aug. 26, from5:30-7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Enjoyfamily fun through hands-on math activitiesand games. A dinner & light refreshments areincluded! Participating families will receivefree giveaways. Hop Down Under to theOutback, trek across the Great Wall, dancewith the leprechauns, and grab your binocu-lars on your safari across Kenya. Bring thewhole family and have fun while racingthrough country-themed math activities andgames. A Math Night coupon will be given tostudents, redeemable for “No Homework” orextra credit in their homeroom (subject toindividual teacher’s grading policy.)

For more information, contact ReshaRamolete at 254-7964 x270, or email her atresha_ramolete@notes.k12.hi.us.

Give back,spouses!

If you are a spouse ofan enlisted service

member on base andwould like to give backsome of your time tothe base community,here is your chance.

The All-EnlistedSpouses Thrift Store,

located in Building 212(Pless Hall) needs

volunteers.

Thrift Store hours are 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.,Monday through

Friday, closedWednesdays.

Call 254-0841 or email

mcbhaesc@yahoo.comfor more details.