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232 DET PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEF If your Marine or Sailor is scheduled to deploy with the VMFA-232 Det, then this brief is for you!!! Monday, 13 February 2012, Miramar O'Club Main Ballroom, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Childcare will be provided! The purpose of a pre-deployment brief is to prepare the family for the upcoming deployment. This is an opportunity for you as the family member or loved one to learn what to expect, what not to expect and the services available to you both on and off station. Free childcare is available at the Child, Youth & Teen Center located across from the Bob Hope Theater. The cut-off to RSVP for childcare is noon on 3 February. To register, please provide each child's name, gender and date of birth to your FRO. Light refreshments will be provided! Please RSVP to: Anthony Hernandez (858) 577-6418, or anthony.hernandez1@usmc.mil. SUICIDE AWARENESS/PREVENTION AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TRAINING FOR SPOUSES AND FAMILY MEMBERS Knowing the factors and triggers that can lead to suicide is the first step in helping to prevent one. To increase the suicide awareness and knowledge for our Devilfish Families, MALS-11 will be teaming up with the MCCS Counseling Center for a suicide awareness and prevention training class on 2 February 2012 from 6:007:00 p.m at the MALS-11 HQ Bldg. This class if for Spouses and Family members of our MALS-11 Marines and Sailors. Please RSVP to your FRO at Anthony.hernandez1@usmc.mil no later than 30 January 2012. KIDS TURN DIVORCE AND SEPARATION WORKSHOP The mission of Kids Turn San Diego is to promote, support and secure the well-being of all children who are experiencing the challenges of family separation. Military and Veteran families face many challenges, and consequently, higher incidences of divorce, separation and family turmoil. High stress, long periods away from home and continually changing family roles all add to the potential of a failed marriage. Kids Turn is the only organization in Southern California working exclusively with military and veteran families to ensure that all parents learn to accomplish a child-centered, healthy divorce/separation. Children will be taught how to express their thoughts and feelings and develop good coping skills while they learn that the divorce is not their fault. The entire family is encouraged to participate. Parents and children attend their own groups, facilitated by group leaders experienced in working with military families. This is a tough topic however we must provide our Marines, Sailors and families with recourses. Thia a 4 session workshop on 2/21, 2/23, 2/28 and 3/1 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Libby Lakes Community Center, 4700 N. River Road, Oceanside 92057. Register online at www.kidsturnsd.org or call 858-521-0027 for more details. The cost for the workshop is based on rank, any person E6 or below will pay $25, anything above, $50 for the entire workshop. If the cost is a barrier to attending they can work out other arrangements as needed. Contact your FRO for the registration packet. If you would like to learn more about this organization, go to www.kidsturnsd.org. Please call Tara Gehler, MFT, Program Manager, Kids' Turn San Diego at 760-960-5990 or cell 858-521-0027 if you have any questions or if she can be of any service to you. MALS-11, EMARINE COMMUNICATION TOOL (SEE FLYER ON PG 12) EMARINE is here at MALS-11. EMarine is our official organizational communication tool. It was developed to deliver readiness information to Marines and those who support them. This includes other service-members, civilian Marines, Family Members, and friends. Per MarAdmin 499/11, eMarine is being implemented throughout the entire Marine Corps, providing a consistent and familiar tool for you to use as you move from one unit to another. eMarine can be customized for your information needs and preferences. Please see flyer on pg 12 for Registration Procedures. ITS TAX TIME (SEE FLYER ON PG 11) On Wed, 25 JAN 12, the VITA center will open for all E-5 and below from MCAS Miramar (soft opening). On Wed, 1 FEB 12, the VITA center will open for all active duty military, dependents, and retirees (hard opening). Its that time again. Time to file your taxes. Please see page 8 for Tax filing options. EFMP TRAINING January, Fri. 27th, 1-3:00pm. Bldg. 2525, Conference Rm. Special Care Organization Record (SCOR) Training Military OneSource offers a free binder that is designed to organize and hold all of your childs educational records, medical records, and any other important paperwork necessary to be your childs greatest advocate. A great training for military families wanting to stay organized and prepared for educational transitions.
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FREE TICKETS FOR MILITARY TO "CLASSIC CREAM" W KOFI BAKER AT BRICK BY BRICK THIS WEEKEND Active duty military members, retired military members and military dependents are being offered FREE ADMISSION to a show at Brick by Brick this Friday. Just present your military/dependent ID at the door; ages 21+ and up Who: "Classic Cream" featuring Kofi Baker (son of Cream original drummer Ginger Baker) with Clapton Hook. Date of Show: January 27, 2012 (Friday) at 7:00 p.m. Location: Brick by Brick San Diego (1130 Buenos Avenue) For more info on the show, click http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/14570747:17465461537:m:1:1391200619:08C4B96D0197470E552EA103A8260E4E:r CREDO MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREATS AVAILABLE CREDO at Camp Pendleton is a highly effective retreat program supporting Marine Corps readiness, retention, recruiting and quality of life priorities. The retreats provide participants the opportunity to develop new perspectives about relationships with family and friends, the military and spiritual traditions. CREDO is open to members of the armed forces on active duty and their immediate family members, and members of reserve components in an active status and their immediate family members. Marriage Enrichment Retreat (MER): Provides couples with the opportunity to explore ways to keep their marital relationship healthy while dealing with conflicts that may arise. This experience enables participants to explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual components of their marriage and to grow closer as couples. Personal Growth Retreat (PGR): Provides participants with opportunities to focus on accepting reality and taking personal responsibility for their lives. Develops new perspectives in their relationships with others and the broader world in which they live, and explores the basis of their inner spiritual resources. Family Retreat: Designed for parents and children to encourage the development of healthy families based on the Survival Skills for Healthy Families model. Families will learn specific skills to enhance family cohesion, resolve conflict and build upon the strengths in their family. Spiritual Growth Retreat (SGR): Assists participants in the pursuit of a more meaningful spirituality. Focus is placed on gaining and expanding spiritual resources to better meet the daily demands of life Warrior Resiliency Retreats (WRR): Courses designed to reduce stress associated with combat settings and arduous deployments. CREDO, in conjunction with commanders and unit chaplains, will deliver tailored programs to address: Combat Operational Stress Control (COSC) Pre and post deployment training Personal growth and resiliency training to enhance military readiness and unit cohesion Warrior Reintegration (WR): Chaplains guide active duty personnel in their transition from operational experiences and deployment to peacetime reintegration. MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREATDate: February 16-17, 2012, Time: 0800-1630 (8am - 4:30pm), Childcare available upon advanced request. Please call our office for information. MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREATDate: February 29 March 1, 2012, Time: 0800-1630 (8am - 4:30pm), Childcare available upon advanced request. Please call our office for information. To register please contact: CREDO Camp Pendleton at 760-725-4954 or Email: phyllis.miller@usmc.mil CAREER & EDUCATION FAIR AT MCRD SAN DIEGO MCRD San Diego Personal and Professional Development is holding a Career & Education Fair for Military, DoD, Veterans and Family Members on Wed, Feb 1 from 10 am 1 pm at the Semper Fit Fieldhouse, Building 650. Bring your resume and come dressed for success. This event is open to all hands. Call 619-524-6865 for more information. TOBACCO CESSATION CLASS AT THE SEMPER FIT CENTER Want to Stop Smoking in 2012? Semper Fit offers Tobacco Cessation Classes for Active Duty and Family Members. The three-class series (must attend all three classes) is held on Tues from 11:30 12:30 p.m. at the Semper Fit Center. Feb class dates are Feb 1, 8 & 15. Participants will receive education and pharmaceuticals to help kick the habit. Call 858-577-1331 to register or for more information.

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FOCUS PRESENTS NEW DEPLOYMENT CLUBS FOR YOUR KIDS! The F*O*C*U*S Program presents a workshop for military children (ages 6-10), "Deployment Club." We invite your child to join us for a four week series ...Participants will use arts and crafts to: * Learn tools to identify and express feelings in appropriate ways, * Develop strategies for thinking before acting, * Practice to get along with other family members, * Meet other children with deployment experiences and * Take home his/her own handcrafted toolbox of skills. Kids Ages 8-10: Tuesdays, Feb 28 - Mar 20, 2012, 4:00-5:30pm., Kids Ages 6-7: Thursdays, Mar 1 - Mar 22, 2012, 4:00-5:30pm. Location: FOCUS San Diego, NBSD, Bldg 265, Dolphin Alley, San Diego, CA 92136. Space is Limited! Please RSVP by Feb. 24! **Parents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to drop off the kids for a great class, allowing for 90 minutes of adult free time! To sign up or for more info, please call or email: 619-556-6075 or sandiego@focusproject.org. MCCS LIFESKILLS CLASSES COUPLES NIGHT-FEBRUARY 10TH 1830-2100 @BLDG 2273. ENJOY A NIGHT OF FUN WITH GAMES, MUSIC, FOOD AND FREE CHILDCARE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES - FEBRUARY 13TH AT 1830-2100@BLDG 2273 CELEBRATE THE DAY OF LOVE BY LEARNING YOUR LOVED ONE LANGUAGE. THIS FUN INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP PROVIDES FOOD, CHILDCARE AND THE FREE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES BOOK BY DR. CHAPMAN Email Secret Brown at secret.brown@usmc.mil to register or call 858-577-4473. BRAVO'S TOP CHEF AT MCX Saturday, Feb 11th, 3:00 - 4:30pm. From Bravo's Top Chef Season 5, Rich Sweeney! Come watch this creative and dynamic chef perform at the MCX, Miramar. Cooking Demo, Recipes from Event, Autograph Signing, Give-aways and more. SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS The Foundation has launched its 2012-2013 academic year scholarship season! For the first time ever we are offering an online application for all the scholarships that appear on our Common Scholarship Application. Our 2012-2013 Common Scholarship Application is now available! This year, we are offering a new online application and need your help in getting the word out! For more info and for application please visit: http://www.sdfoundation.org/GrantsScholarships/Scholarships/ForStudents/AvailableScholarships.aspx Deadline #1: Thursday, February 9, 2012 5:00 p.m. Deadline to register as a new user in The San Diego Foundations online application database. NOTE: It may take up to two business days for your profile to be processed before you can access your account. Be certain to leave enough time for this process as late applications will not be accepted. Deadline #2: Monday, February 13, 2012 5:00 p.m. Deadline for application and required documents to be submitted online and official transcript(s) to be postmarked and mailed to The San Diego Foundation. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call (619) 814-1307 or (619) 235-2300 or email scholarships@sdfoundation.org. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FOR MILITARY CHILDREN 2012 Scholarships applications for Military Children Program are available at http://www.militaryscholar.org. At least one $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a student at each commissary. To be eligible for a scholarship, the student must be a dependent, unmarried child, no older than 21 - or 23, if enrolled as a full-time student at a college or university - of a service member on active duty, reservist, guardsman, retiree or survivor of a military member who died while on active duty or survivor of a retiree. Eligibility is determined using the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System database. Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are enrolled in the DEERS database and have a current military ID card. The applicant must also be planning to attend or already attending an accredited college or university, full time, in the fall of 2012 or be enrolled in a program of studies designed to transfer directly into a four-year program. Applicants must submit an essay on a topic which will be available Dec. 1 on http://www.militaryscholar.org. Applications must be turned in to a commissary by close of business Feb. 24, 2012. If students have questions about the scholarship program application, call Scholarship Managers at 856-616-9311 ALL SCHOOLS FAIR San Diego Unified School District schools of all shapes and sizes will be on display at the "All Schools Enrollment Options/Magnet Fair" while students treat attendees to lively performances. 28 January 2012, Balboa Park, Palisades Recital Hall, 1000-1500.
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MORE SCHOLARSHIPS THAT ARE AVAILABLE The following is information on scholarships that may be of interest to you. Folds of Honor Scholarship Programs - Folds of Honor has three scholarship programs this year: Immediate-Use, post-secondary scholarships for those who are enrolled in college now; Future-Use post-secondary scholarships for those children who qualify; and a Children's Scholarship Fund for children K-12 grades who attend private schools or who need tutoring in public schools. (See eligibility requirements below for all three scholarships). IMMEDIATE USE SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY: The Folds of Honor Foundation awards scholarships based on satisfactory evidence that applicant qualifies within the guidelines below and completes the application. Immediate-Use Applicants must be the spouse or child of one or more of the following: An active duty or reserve component service member who has been killed or disabled; An active duty or reserve component service member who is currently classified as a POW or MIA; A veteran who died from any cause while such service-connected disability was in existence; A service member missing in action or captured in line of duty by a hostile force; A service member forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power; A service member who received a Purple Heart Medal. Immediate-Use scholarship applicants must be entering or returning to a post-secondary educational institution during the 2011-2012 academic year. Children of service members must be age 24 or under, unmarried and listed as a dependent on the DEERS report. FUTURE USE SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY: Future-Use Scholarship Applicants must be the child of one or more of the following: An active duty or reserve component service member who has been killed or disabled; An active duty or reserve component service member who is currently classified as a POW or MIA; A veteran who died from any cause while such service-connected disability was in existence; A service member missing in action or captured in line of duty by a hostile force; A service member forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power; A service member who received a Purple Heart Medal. Future-Use Scholarship Applicants must be birth through 11th grade, unmarried and must submit the required documentation as proof of dependency (noted above). CHILDREN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND ELIGIBILITY: Folds of Honor Foundation (FHF) primary and secondary educational scholarships are for children of military service members: Killed in action in support of OIF, OEF, OND; Killed in the Line of Duty while deployed in a combat zone in support of OIF, OEF, OND; Wounded in Action with a 90 to 100% VA disability rating in support of OIF,OEF, OND; Disabled in the Line of Duty with a 90 to 100% VA disability rating while deployed in a combat zone in support of OIF, OEF, OND. Email your FRO to receive applications for all three. Please help spread the word! Feel free to contact Marsha Maxwell, Folds of Honor Scholarship Director at any time if you have any questions. She can be reached by email at mmaxwell@foldsofhonor.org or by phone at 918-274-4700. FREE FURNITURE AT THE MIRAMAR INN Due to a renovation project at the Miramar Inn, the excess furniture is being made available FREE on a first come first serve basis. The furniture consists of bedroom dressers, night stands and armoires. Furniture is in good to fair condition. Pick up and transportation will be the responsibility of the customer. Pick up day is Sat, Feb 4th from 0900-1500 only. For questions, contact Joyce Ferrer, GM, Miramar Inn @ 858-271-7111 ext 287. CAMPEN CA EVENT: MARDI GRAS 2012 Mardi Gras 2012, Date: Friday 17 February 2012, Time: 2000-0200, Place: Pacific Views Event Center (South Mesa Club), Entertainment: Live Band, DJ, Dancers, and Street Performers, Full Service Bars, Authentic Mardi Gras Menu. Ages 18+ Welcome. Tickets $15 Military with ID. $20 General Public. Tickets will be available online, all Camp Pendleton ITT Locations, MCX Country Store, and at the door. TICKETS ARE CURRENTLY ON SALE.
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LINKS Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge & Skills. L.I.N.K.S. offers an orientation to the Marine Corps lifestyle, helping Marines and their families understand and adapt to the unique challenges military life often presents. Sessions cover military pay, deployment, base services, moving and much more. For more info or for registration, call 858-577-4918/4810. L.I.N.K.S. Session for Couples, 9 a.m. 4 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 858-577-4918 to register L.I.N.K.S. 4 Kids Session, 9 a.m. 1 p.m., Youth Center, 858-577-4918 to register SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM SMP BIG BEAR TRIP!- SPACE IS LIMITED! MCAS Miramar Single Service Members. ONLY $120! Price includes: Transportation, lodging, 3 breakfasts, and 3 dinners. TRIP REQUIREMENT: The trip waiver must be completed PRIOR TO SIGNING UP(CONTACT YOUR FRO FOR WAIVER). Leave - Fri, 17 Feb at 0800. Return - Mon, 20 Feb at 1800. Full Payment and Trip Waiver due by 1300 Fri, 3 Feb. The trip waiver must be completed and turned in when signing up at The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305 after 1100. Questions or problems regarding the volunteer opportunity up to the time of the event, contact: SMP President/Volunteer Rep Cpl Kyle Kakouris at (314) 288-9110 or kyle.kakouris@usmc.mil. MIRAMAR YOUTH SPORTS IS ACCEPTING SPRING SOCCER REGISTRATION FOR AGES 3 - 16 YEARS. 3 years old Start Smart limited space available (20 children) sign up early. PARTICIPATION FEE $50.00. THE SEASON BEGINS MARCH 31, 2012 - ENDING MAY 5, 2012. GAMES ARE PLAYED ON MOST SATURDAYS AND HAVE 1 OR 2 DAYS OF PRACTICE A WEEK. JERSEY, SHORTS, TROPHY & PICTURES ARE INCLUDED $5.00 REGISTRATION FEE IF YOU ARE NOT A REGISTERED MEMBER WITH THE MIRAMAR CHILD, YOUTH & TEEN CENTER. Miramar Memorial Golf Course and Miramar Youth Sports are offering a free golf program called First Tee. First Tee focus on Life Skills and character education through golf. First Tee is offered to school-age children 5 - 18 yrs old, the child must be a youth family member of a military personnel or a civilian DoD employee. First Tee mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing learning facilities and educational programs that promote character development and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. For more info please visit the website www.thefirsttee.org or call Cindy Kelliher at 858-336-3565. EAGLE EYES PROGRAM As MCAS Miramar starts off 2012, let's take this opportunity to remind everyone of the continued need for vigilance. While there are no credible threats directed against Miramar at this time, there are known Al Qaeda sympathizers within San Diego County. If you watch the news you know that it only takes one disturbed individual with a gun to create havoc. The Commanding Officer needs continued vigilance from all hands stationed at Miramar. This includes family members and civilian employees aboard the installation. If you see something that doesn't look right (i.e. suspicious behavior), report it to PMO using the Eagle Eyes phone number (877) 356-3937. The Eagle Eyes system is designed to capture reports of suspicious behavior and get that information to law enforcement so they can conduct an investigation in a timely fashion. Reminders: - Be alert in large crowds or gatherings - Be careful of what you put on social media sites. This information can be used against you by criminals. - Be aware of travel restrictions to Mexico and the timelines for getting command approval for your visit. - Be prepared. Develop a family Emergency Action Plan and know what to do during a disaster/emergency. SAVE THE DATE LES SPRING DATES 24-26 APRIL 2012 It is time for the Spring 20121 Leadership Education Seminar. This Spring's seminar will be held 24-26 April at Blinder Memorial Chapel Social Hall, Building 202863, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, Ca from 0800-1500 daily. The intention at LES, is to provide an opportunity to Marine Corps and Navy spouses to gain skills to better support your unit and the Marine Corps community. The Leadership Education Seminar (LES) is a three-day seminar that teaches Communication, Values, Group Dynamics, Conflict Management, Etiquette, Protocol, Crisis and Trauma, Handling the Media, Volunteer Retention, and Transition and Turnover for spouses that are active in unit and base activities. The Commanding Officer has the opportunity to nominate two spouses that would benefit from this seminar. The nominee would have to attend all three days (all day) and would need to have childcare in place if necessary. Additional info about LES is available at www.LESCampPendleton.com.
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SEMPER FIT ATHLETICS MCAS MIRAMAR Intramural Floor Hockey Tournament, Registration Deadline: Wed, 15 Feb, Tournament Starts: Tues, 21 Feb, Game Days: Tues-Fri, 21-24 Feb, Game Times: 1100-1300, Limited to the first six teams that register. Recreational Evening Softball League, Registration Deadline: Wed, 15 Feb, League Starts: Wed, 22 Feb, Days: Wed Evenings, Game Times: 1700, 1800, 1900, Limited to the first eight teams that register. Intramural Spring Softball League, Registration Deadline: Wed, 29 Feb, League Starts: Wed, 7 Mar, Game Days: Mon, Wed & Fri Game Times: 1115 & 1215. For more info, contact Todd Howard, MCCS, Semper Fit Athletics at 858-577-1202. SAN DIEGO ARMED SERVICES Y: FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE, CAMO FOR KIDS, FREE COUNSELING Family Bonding: Join us for the Armed Services Y's 5th Annual Father Daughter Dance "Enchantment Under the Sea" http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=8d0a6fac4d&e=ce7228e8f2, sponsored by Triwest. Tickets are heavily subsidized and vary based on rank. Click on the link for all information on this magical night that will create memories for a lifetime on Saturday, February 18th. Give Back: with a chance to win a trip for two, all expense paid, to Hawaii. Click http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage1.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=b2f402933a&e=ce7228e8f2 for raffle information to benefit needed programs for the San Diego Armed Services YMCA- Mahalo! Family Bonding: Stress less and connect more with a free family outing to enjoy USD vs. Santa Clara on the beautiful University of San Diego Campus. USD treats our military families like VIPs, with special sports visitors, free t-shirts and yummy subs by Jersey Mikes at the 4th Annual Camo for Kids event with USD, ASY and Verizon. Sign up now online for the Camo for Kids event http://militaryymca.us1.listmanage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=13a081cea8&e=ce7228e8f2 that will be held on Saturday, February 4th at 2:30pm. Free Confidential Counseling http://militaryymca.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=624ad16e36&e=ce7228e8f2. Do you know that our social workers do over 200 confidential, in-home visits each month for E-7 and below? They offer tools and support, we are here to help! You can also call our office at 858-751-5755 and ask to speak to a social worker. THE GREAT ESCAPE FAQS What is The Great Escape (GE)? The GE is the enlisted rec center aboard Miramar. The facility is open to all active duty enlisted service members. What are the hours? The GE is open 365 days a year. We are open Sunday 0945 2300 (during football season), Mon 1100 2300, Tues Thurs 1100 2400 and Fri and Sat 1100 0100, We are open all holidays. What is in The GE? The GE features a variety of activities including but not limited to: Gaming Rooms (X BOX 360, PS 3, Wii, Kinect, Nintendo 64 and a game cube and a lot of games), 6 tournament size pool tables, ping pong tables, foosball and air hockey, 2 lounge areas with 60 TVs, and a movie room with 132 screen, 18 leather recliners and bean bags. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES PT/Mentorship program at Sandburg Elementary. It's a great opportunity for Marines that are looking for community service. The program is needing new volunteers for the second half of the school year. The program will run every Friday from 0750 until 0910. The requirements/events are as followed: Uniform of the day is utility uniform, PT with the fifth graders at 0800, play games with them, Games consist of playing duck duck goose, kick ball, relay races, and many more. There is also the Mentorship portion where the Marines and kids from K-5 get time to know each other and make a difference on the kids life. If you would like to be a part of the program or have Marines interested in this volunteer event, please send an email with names and contact information to Cpl Lynch, 858-577-1954 or daniel.a.lynch@usmc.mil. COA's are awarded for Marines participating. (CONTINUING OPPORTUNITY) YOUTH CENTER MENTORSHIP PROGRAM: Looking for Marines/Sailors/Spouses who have excellent communication and leadership skills appropriate for helping students with their homework at MCAS Miramar's Youth Center. We need volunteers willing to commit one hour per week for the school year (Monday-Thursday 1700-1900). No educational experience or background necessary. (LOA provided at completion of school year) . Contact Carrie Bryant at carrie.bryant@usmc.mil or 858-577-6633.
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PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (SEE FLYER ON PG 10) Becoming a Parent: The most challenging job you'll ever love!!! The New Parent Support Program wants to assist YOU in this exciting part of your life with free classes, play mornings, and one-on-one support provided by licensed professional staff. The New Parent Support Program is a support system that serves Marine Corps families with children ages 0-5. This free, voluntary program has been assisting families at 17 Marine Corps bases all over the world since 1993. BABY BOOT CAMP: Preparing you to be a parent. Offered every other month at the Hub, Classroom 6. This class offers information on becoming a family, infant and newborn care, soothing a crying baby, local resources and more. Special guests will address lactation, nutrition, and finances for a growing family. Site alternates with MCRD; registration is required. On alternate months, Miramar Marine families may attend Baby Boot Camp at MCRD. REAL PARENTING: Expanding your parenting skills. Offered quarterly in the LINKS Building, Bldg.2274. Topics addressed include: Identifying your child's needs, identifying your parenting goals, tips for using discipline appropriate to your child's age and developmental stage. Class runs 0800 to 1200 for 2 days. BOB HOPE THEATER *Indicates Last Showing, Theater closed Monday and Tuesdays for info call 858-577-4142. Fri, Jan 27: Hugo (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. The Sitter (R) 9:00 p.m. Sat, Jan 28: Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (Not 3D) (G) 6:30 p.m. Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sun, Jan 29: *The Muppets (PG) 1:00 p.m. *Arthur Christmas (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. Wed, Feb 1: Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Thurs, Feb 2: Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (Not 3D) (G) 2:00 p.m. Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Fri, Feb 3: Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (Not 3D) (G) 6:30 p.m. *New Years Eve (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Sat, Feb 4: Swap Meet 8:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Adventures of Tintin (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sun, Feb 5: Hugo (Not 3D) (PG) 1:00 p.m. *The Sitter (R) 6:30 p.m. MCCS HAPPENINGS Fri, Jan 27 -EFMP SCOR Binder Workshop, 1 3 p.m., M&FP Conference Room, 858-577-4668 to register Mon, Jan 30 -New Parent Support Baby Boot Camp 9 am 3:30 p.m., The HUB Room 6, 858-577-9812 to register -Colgate University Screening Interviews, 9 a.m. 4 p.m., Camp Pen Bldg 1160, 760-429-4124 for appt Tues, Jan 31 -Emily & Rebeccas Wild Challenge, 11:30 a.m., The Great Escape, 858-577-6171 Wed, Feb 1 -Adecco Staffing Agency Visit, 9 a.m. -12 p.m., Career Resource Center, 858-577-6710 -Intramural Winter Basketball League, Mon, Wed & Fri, 11:15 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., SFC Gym, 577-1202 -Fair Fighting for Couples, 1 4 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 to register -Wine Lovers Night, Officers Club, 5 - 7 p.m., Wine Specials and FREE Appetizers, 858-577-4808/4814 Thurs, Feb 2 -Intramural Winter 11 vs. 11 Soccer League, Tues & Thurs, 11:15 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., SFC Gym, 577-1202 -Anger Management I, 1 3 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 to register Fri, Feb 3 -Legal Assistance Divorce Workshop, 9:30 11 a.m., The HUB Room 6, 858-577-1656 -Mongolian BBQ, 6 8 p.m., Officers Club, 858-577-4808/4814 for reservations
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MWR This Week, January 26 - February 2, 2012 (This info is from West Naval Region for the San Diego Area) Put a little more FUN in your week! Check out the latest edition of MWR This Week to see what's fun and free! Click or cut and paste the MWR This Week link into your web browser: http://www.mwrtoday.com/Sandiego/WelcometoMWRTW.htm. MWR activities are open to all active duty and their family members plus retirees, reservists and DoD civilians. Sneak Peek of Fun Stuff in the Current Edition of MWR This Week: * Breakdance Competition with $250 CASH Prize (Jan 26) - page 1 * Navy's 26th Bay Bridge Run/Walk (May 20) Registration NOW OPEN - page 2 * Pierside on the Point Special Events - page 3 * Sea N' Air Lanes, NASNI, Renovation is COMPLETE, Leagues and Classes - page 4 * A Regional Catering Fair (Feb 2), Valentine's Dinner (Feb 14) and other lunch specials - page 5 * Admiral Baker's North Course is Worth the Wait! and Metro Golf info - page 6-7 * Practice, Play & BBQ Saturdays at the NBSD Golf Performance Center, Auto Maintenance FREE Monthly Training Program (next class Feb 11), FREE Northern Trust Open Tickets and more - page 8 * Liberty Events, Trips, Liberty Goes to Vegas Trip (Feb 17-19) and so much more! - page 9-13 * Outdoor Adventure and Gear Rental, NBSD ReSale Car Lot - page 15 * Sailing and SCUBA Classes - page 16 * 18th Annual Polar Bear Swim (Feb 3), Water Aerobics and more - page 17 * Youth Events, Basketball League, Family Tennis, Cheer and more - page 18 * FREE Quillows Workshop (Feb 3) and School Liaison Youth Sponsorship Program - page 19 * What's Happening at the Fleet & Family Support Centers - page 20-21 * San Diego Military Housing - page 22 * MWR Sports Calendars - page 23 * Presidents' Day Softball Tournament (Feb 18), Traditional Bench Press Contest (Feb 22), Family Fitness & Movie Night (Mar 9) and more - page 24 * FREE and Discount Amusement Park Offers - page 25-31 * FREE MWR Movies - page 32-35 DSTRESS HOTLINE From combat related stress to the everyday stressors of life, stress can affect even the strongest Marine. The DSTRESS Line was developed by the Corps to provide professional, anonymous counseling for Marines, their families and loved ones when it's needed most. Call today to speak with one of your own. Call (1-877-476-7734) today. Line is now available to help West Coast Marines & Family members better deal with stress & mental health issues. More info available at www.dstressline.com

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HOT SHEET January 26 - February 1, 2012

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**Do you know of anything going on around town or base? Help the FRO get in the KNOW! Call Anthony at 858-577-6418 or email anthony.hernandez1@usmc.mil.
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