Father's Day Buffets - MCCS Okinawa

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Father’s Day
Buffets
Here on Okinawa, you can celebrate your father with a
special breakfast or brunch buffet at an MCCS club on
June 16. Show dad how much he means to you by taking
him to a delicious meal and spending quality time together.
No matter where you live on island, MCCS is hosting a buffet
near you.
Start Father’s Day off with a delectable breakfast buffet from
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Surfside on Camp Kinser or Ocean Breeze on
Camp Foster. The prices for these events are $9.95 for adults,
$4.95 for children ages 5 to 11 and free for children under age
5. Whether you are an early bird or a late riser, be sure to enjoy
a hot, fresh breakfast with the whole family to celebrate dad.
If you are looking for a mix of breakfast and lunch favorites,
visit one of the brunch buffets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the
Butler Officers’ Club on Plaza Housing or the Habu Pit on MCAS
Futenma. If you live near the northern part of the island, head
over to the brunch buffet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tengan Castle
on Camp Courtney. The prices for brunch are $15 for adults,
$7.95 for children ages 5 to 11 and free for children under age 5.
Don’t miss out on a wonderful meal at a great low price.
Reservations are highly recommended, as these events fill
up quickly. For more information, call your nearest participating
MCCS club, visit the MCCS Okinawa–Clubs & Restaurants
Facebook page or check out mccsokinawa.com/clubs.
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Summer Reading Program
MCCS Libraries’ 2013 Summer
Reading Program, “Have Book
Will Travel,” has everything you
need to get your little one ready to read
this summer. The first 1,500 children to
register will receive a special gift. Kids
that keep reading can earn prizes. Prizes
are great, but keeping children reading
to combat summer reading loss is even
better. Reading just six books over
the summer can be enough to offset
reading loss and provide children with a
jump-start on the upcoming school year.
The program is for readers 11 and
under and 12 to 18. For our tweens
and younger, the goal during this sixweek
program is for children to read,
or be read to, a total number of hours
depending on their age category.
Teens will target a higher goal by any
combination of reading, completing
brain-teasing quizzes and attending
library events. Small incentive prizes
will be awarded for making progress
along with a chance to win grand prizes
at the end.
This year’s program begins June 23
and runs through August 4. The last
day to register is July 28. Participating
libraries are Camps Courtney, Foster
and Kinser.
For more information, stop by one of
the MCCS libraries or visit mccsokinawa.
com/libraries for phone numbers.
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We Make Okinawa Home
Every Tuesday & Friday at 7:30 a.m.
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events
& happenings at MCCS
For
Sketching Class
Wednesdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Foster Framing & Fine Arts
Camp Foster
$32 for 8 sessions
645-3674
The Hiking Trails of Okinawa Discussion
June 11, 5:30 p.m.
MCCS Library, Camp Schwab
FREE
625-2518
Basic Tagalog Class
June 13, 5:30 p.m.
MCCS Library, Camp Kinser
FREE
637-1039
Basic Japanese Class
June 14, 5 p.m.
MCCS Library, Camp Courtney
FREE
622-9280
Beaded Jewelry Class
Fridays, 10 a.m.–noon
Foster Framing & Fine Arts
Camp Foster
$15 per session
645-3674
Home Buying Workshop
June 10, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
MFP-R, Camp Foster
FREE
645-2104
Drama Matters: Charades
June 12, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Youth Center, Camp Foster
For members only
645-8012
Money Management Workshop
June 12, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
MFP-R, Camp Courtney
FREE
622-7332
Premarital Seminar
June 14, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
MCFTB Bldg. 5677, Camp Foster
645-3689
Schools Out Lock-In
June 14, 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
Youth Center, Camp Kinser
For members only
637-3760
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For more information, visit mccsokinawa.com or follow us on Facebook.
Camp Courtney
Various Camps
Camp Foster
Various Camp Hansen Camps
Flea Market
Father’s Day Bowling
Specials
Doughnuts with Dad
Social Network Your Way
to a Job
June 8 & 9
7–10 a.m.
June 16
MCCS Bowling Centers
June 15
Camp Foster Library, 10–11 a.m.
Throughout the month of June
Turn unwanted items into
ca$h. For a full schedule, visit
mccsokinawa.com and click on
“Recreation & Leisure.”
Special Events 645-5829
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Take dad out for some fun and bowl a
few games. Visit our website for the full
listing of Father’s Day bowling specials.
Come and enjoy stories, songs,
poems, rhymes, crafts and finger
plays highlighting the relationship
between fathers, father figures,
children and families. Doughnuts and
drinks will be offered.
mccsokinawa.com/bowling Camp Foster Library 645-6453
Learn how social networking can help
you find your next job. Visit our website
for dates, times and locations.
mccsokinawa.com/mfp-r
Visit usmc-mccs.org/careers to learn about exciting job opportunities with MCCS Okinawa.
more information, visit mccsokinawa.com and click the Jobs link.

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Open Softball Tournament
June 22 & 23
Schwab Softball Field 1
Register by 1 p.m. on June 17 at any
MCCS fitness center. This event is open
to participants island-wide. Awards will
be given to first, second and third place
teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws
will be e-mailed to each coach. For details
or entry fee information, call 625-2654.
Grand Slam Tennis Tournament
June 22–23
Gunners Fitness Center
Register by 1 p.m. on June 17 at any
MCCS fitness center for $10. On-site
registration will be available from 8–9 a.m.
for $15. This event is open to participants
island-wide. Awards will be given to first,
second and third place winners in male and
female divisions. There will be an on-site
participants’ brief at 9:45 a.m.* For details,
call 645-4866/3985.
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A relaxing, centering series of balance,
strength and flexibility poses will
connect your body, mind and spirit. This
class allows you to build both physical
and mental muscle.
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Pile on the Peppers
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Open 5K Typhoon Fun Run
June 29
Futenma Semper Fit Gym
Register by 1 p.m. on June 24 at any MCCS
fitness center for $15 per participant. This
event is limited to the first 300 participants
to register. This event is open to participants
island-wide. Awards will be given to first,
second and third place winners in both
male and female divisions. There will be an
on-site participants’ brief at 7:45 a.m.* For
details, call 636-2672.
Open Basketball Tournament
July 6 & 7
Hansen House of Pain
Register by 1 p.m. on July 1 at any MCCS
fitness center for $95 per team. This event
is open to participants island-wide. Awards
will be given to first, second and third place
teams. Tournament brackets and bylaws
will be e-mailed to each coach. For details,
call 623-5569.
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Camp Kinser
Camp Hansen
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TRAIN THE
WARRIOR.
Check out Camp Hansen Athletics’
state-of-the-art martial arts room.
Hansen House of Pain Gym 623-5558
Camp Hansen
Peppers originated in Central
America and South America
and were first commercially
produced in the U.S. in 1925. Bell
peppers vary in color and flavor
depending on the variety of the plant
and the stage of the ripeness. For
example, a red bell pepper is simply
a mature green bell pepper. As bell
peppers age, the flavor becomes
increasingly sweeter and milder. Bell
peppers provide a powerful dose of
vitamin C, an antioxidant that may be
effective in preventing certain cancers.
In fact, green bell peppers contain
roughly twice as much vitamin C as
oranges while red bell peppers have
three times as much vitamin C as
the green varieties. Bell peppers also
Camp Hansen
provide vitamin B6, phytochemicals
such as lycopene and beta-carotene,
folate, potassium and plenty of fiber.
When purchasing bell peppers,
look for well-shaped, firm and glossy
peppers that feel heavy for their
size and are free of soft or wrinkled
areas, cracks, slashes or black spots.
Unwashed bell peppers can be stored
in a bag in the refrigerator for about
a week. There are numerous ways
to increase the color and variety in
your diet with the addition of bell
peppers. Try adding bell peppers to
salads, pastas, omelets, stir fry and
casseroles. Hit the farmer’s markets
or commissary and buy a variety of
bell peppers to eat at home
and work as a healthy snack.
Kimberly D. Beard is the MCCS Health Promotion Manager.
For more information on nutrition or exercise, contact
MCCS Health Promotion at 645-3484/3910.
*Attendance is required for participation.
Camp Schwab Hansen
Open Softball
Tournament
Open Tri-Ekiden
Open Flag Football
Tournament
Open Basketball
Tournament
June 14–16
Camp Kinser Field 4
June 16
Hansen House of Pain
June 22 & 23
Camp Hansen Parade Deck
June 28–30
Schwab Power Dome
Register by 1 p.m. on June 10 at any MCCS
fitness center.
Register by 1 p.m. on June 10 at any MCCS
fitness center for $60.
Register by 1 p.m. on June 17 at any
MCCS fitness center for $95 per team.
Register by 1 p.m. on June 24 at any MCCS
fitness center for $95 per team.
Kinser Semper Fit 637-1869
Hansen House of Pain 623-5569/5558
Hansen House of Pain 623-5569/5558
Schwab Power Dome 625-2654
Proud sponsor of MCCS Youth Sports
Courtney Ironworks....................... 622-9261/7297
Foster Fieldhouse.......................... 645-3985/2235
Futenma Semper Fit...................... 636-2672
Gunners Fitness Center................. 645-3985
Hansen House of Pain................... 623-5558/4831
Health & Fitness............................ 645-3484
Health Promotion.......................... 645-3484/3910
Kinser Fitness Center.................... 637-1869/1114
Schwab Power Dome.................... 625-2654/2442
Semper Fit Aquatics...................... 645-3180
Semper Fit Athletics...................... 645-3521
Taiyo Golf Club...............................622-2004
Tsunami SCUBA............................ 645-9500
Youth Sports Office........................ 645-3533

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spotlight
summer
Junior
Golf
Clinics
The summer has arrived on Okinawa. With longer daylight hours,
warmer weather and—best of all—no school, it’s the perfect time
of the year to introduce your child to the sport of golf. The best
way to familiarize children to the game is to enroll them into a good
golf program that not only teaches but also inspires confidence on and
off the course. This summer, Taiyo Golf Club is offering $25 junior golf
clinics for children and teens. Before you know it, your little Tiger Woods
or Ai Miyazato will be breaking 100 and offering you driving tips.
The clinics will provide young, aspiring golfers with tips and advice
about the game of golf. Topics to be covered this year include chipping,
putting, fine-tuning one’s golf swings, actual game instruction and
course etiquette. Selecting a learning program that nurtures their
interest and stresses having fun is not only vital to the growth of their
game, it can also help instill discipline in other aspects of their lives.
Additionally, the sport is a fantastic way to get out and spend quality
time with your children and family while doing something you all enjoy.
Summer Junior Golf Clinics are offered for two different age
categories; 5 to 9 from 8 to 10 a.m. and 10 to 18 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Sessions run on June 18 to 21, July 9 to 12, July 23 to 26 and August 6
to 9, and are open to all DoD ID card holders within the age limits. Call
Taiyo Golf Club at 622-2004 for more information.

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Weather
Courtney: What’s up with the weather lately? I know we’re supposed to be in
the thick of rainy season, but the past couple weeks have been pretty sunny.
I’m used to taking my canoe to work this time of year. What gives?
Ryan: Rainy season usually lasts through June. It looks like it ended way early this
year, though not officially. I think it’s because of that global warming and the polar
bears turning brown.
C: While many sun-worshippers may enjoy a drier season, I’ve heard that Okinawa
counts on the heavy rain to fill up the reservoirs that help out when it doesn’t rain
as often. It’s like saving for a rainy day—except the opposite. Should we be worried
this year?
R: No, because even with the supposed short rainy season, the heavy rain we’ve
had so far has already filled up our reserves for this year to full capacity. And water
shortages aren’t too much of a concern anymore for Okinawa since most houses
are equipped with a water tank. If anything, smaller islands are more at risk.
C: That’s a relief. Although, I guess you are already accustomed to cutting back on
water by only showering twice a week so it wouldn’t be a problem for you. We also
just started typhoon season, right? I guess I should start stockpiling Pop-Tarts. Any
advice on what else I should include in my survival kit, or will Pop-Tarts cover it?
R: For you, Pop-Tarts will cover it. For everyone else, here’s a quick list: flashlight
with extra batteries, bottled water, non-perishable food, snacks, can opener, first
aid supplies, medications, radio, pet care items and food, towels/rags/mops and
candles. When a typhoon is ready to hit, fill your bathtub with water, turn your
refrigerator and freezer to the highest setting, secure your outside objects and turn
off non-essential electrical items.
C: I think people who were here for last year’s car-flipping typhoon Jelawat will make
typhoon preparation a priority this year. I wish there was a way to tie your kei cars
down during typhoons. Is a typhoon any different than a hurricane in the states?
tours+
off-baseevents
June 7–16, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Okinawan Summer Plants Fair
Farmer Training Center, Okinawa City
FREE
adventures begin here.
Let us do the driving.
R: Typhoons and hurricanes are the same thing. Hurricanes form in the Atlantic and
typhoons form in the Pacific. There are typically more typhoons than hurricanes (25 to
30 per year vs 10 to 15 per year) and typhoons are known to be stronger than hurricanes.
C: What is the strongest typhoon to hit Okinawa?
R: We’ve had a few strong typhoons over the years. Typhoons Muifa, Songda
and Bart were all category five storms with winds reaching over 110 mph. Luckily
Okinawa was built with typhoons in mind. Everything is made of thick bulky cement
to withstand years of typhoon abuse. We’ve been fortunate to have very minimal
damage even after going through numerous super typhoons.
C: Yes, I am thankful for the concrete walls that surround me and the unsightly bars
that fortify my windows. At least they serve a purpose.
June 8, 1 p.m.
Gushikawa Bullfighting Tournament
Ishikawa Multi-purpose Dome, Uruma City
Tickets: Adults ¥2,500
June 8 & 9, 6:30–9 p.m.
Night Insect Observation Tour
Reservation only, call 098-965-3400
Bios on the Hill, Uruma City
Tickets: ¥1,500, Children (4–11) ¥1,000
June 9, 6 p.m.
Okinawan Rock Will Never Die
Music Town Otoichiba (3F)
Tickets: ¥2,800 (advance), ¥3,500 (at
the door)
Questions? Comments?
Please e-mail
TheSource@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org
Okinawa Cuisine Buffet Drum Show
June 14, 5–10 p.m.
Adults $70, Children (7–12) $44, (4–6) $34, (under 4) $5 no meal
Enjoy the varied flavors of Okinawan cuisine at the beautiful Manza
Hotel. You’ll be entertained by traditional music and dancers, including
the famous Zampa Ufujishi Daiko.
Tunnel Rats for Kids
June 15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Adults $35, Children (3–11) $20
Explore the Naval Underground Headquarters then head to a cave that
was used as a shelter during the Battle of Okinawa. Stop at Okinawa
World’s Gyokusendo cave system and enjoy an eisa drum show, a glass
blowing center, a pottery village and more. Note: Infants are not allowed
on the tour. Participants should wear old clothing and sturdy comfortable
shoes and bring a hat, flashlight and gloves.*
Father’s Day Bullfight
June 16, Noon–4 p.m.
Adults $39, Children (15–18) $25, (3–14) $10, (under 3) $5
Give dad a father’s day to remember. Experience Okinawa in a whole
new way and see an Okinawan bullfight.*
MCCS Tours+ makes every effort to adhere to the itinerary; however, we reserve the right to make changes if necessary for reasons beyond our control.
For more information, contact MCCS Tours+:
Camp Foster 646-3502 | Camp Hansen 623-6344 | Camp Kinser 637-2744
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Urashima Dinner Theater
June 21, 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Adults $79 (with lobster), $60 (without), Children (6–12) $39 (3–5) $35,
(under 3) $5 no meal
Savor the flavors of Okinawan cuisine while being entertained by
traditional music and dancers. Choose between American or Okinawan
dinners. Tour price includes dinner and show.
Okinawa West Coast Tour
June 22, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Adults $37, Children (3–11) $23, (under 3) $5
Visit Cape Manzamo, one of the most beautiful spots on Okinawa.
Afterwards, visit Okinawa Beer Garden for a delicious lunch buffet. Last
stop will be at the Okinawa Sweets Factory where you can sample
sweets while overlooking the beautiful East China Sea.*
Expo Park & Aquarium Tour
June 23, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Adults $39, Children (16–17) $32, (12–15) $25, (6–11) $21, (3–5) $14,
(under 3) $5
Head to Expo Park, where you can watch a free dolphin show, visit
an Okinawan Village or relax on Emerald Beach. You will get to visit
Okinawa’s four-story Churaumi Aquarium, the largest in Japan and
second largest in the world.*
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Eliena Vega, Tiffany Moore
Heather Miller, Nicole Taylor
Traffic & Special Projects Coordinator............Derrick Taylor
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