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September 2009
September 12, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Nehelani, Schofield Barracks
Experience authentic Hawaii in traditional Ho’olaulea fashion on September
12, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.at the Nehelani, Schofield Barracks.Learn all about
the culture and customs of our Hawaiian hosts at this unique event. Watch
hula (dance) performances and lua (warrior) demonstrations and try your
hand at lei-making, coconut weaving and other traditional crafts. Play
some Hawaiian games or try your hand at local-style fishing. You could even
sample some traditional Hawaiian treats or learn how to make them instead!
Lots of experts will be on hand to talk about all things Hawaii, what you need
to know and must-dos during your time here in Hawaii.
Soldier Show, September 4 – Martinez Gym,
Schofield Barracks
The U.S. Army Soldier Show is a highly integrated, high-energy ensemble
production, offering a wide range of popular music and stage spectacle
to Soldiers and Families on Army Garrisons worldwide. Don’t miss your
chance to catch the U.S. Army Soldier Show’s performance of “Lights,
Camera, Action”, at Martinez Fitness Center Gym, Schofield Barracks on
September 4, at 7:00 p.m. Blue Star Card holders join us for a special
pre-show gathering for Family Fun Fridays, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the
Tropics. Enjoy free Papa John’s pizza at Tropics and complimentary VIP
seating at the show! VIP seating is very limited. For more information or to
register to attend call 656-3327 or email [email protected].
Deadline to register is September 2.
Opening Night: Barnum, September 10 – Richardson
Theatre, Ft. Shafter
Take in the real opening night experience with a free showing
of Barnum, at Richardson Theatre, Ft. Shafter on Thursday,
September 10, at 7:30 p.m. Barnum is the award winning show
that traces the career of America’s greatest showman from
1835 to 1889 when he joined James A. Bailey to form “the
greatest show on earth.” Enjoy free pupus prior to the show,
transportation, and a special reserved seating area! Spaces
are limited. Please register by September 4 with the Recreation
Activities Office by calling 655-0112.
THE BIG
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
For more information, Please call 655-9653.
Big R: Countdown to Redeployment, September 24
– Tropics, Schofield Barracks
Celebrate another month of deployment complete on Thursday,
September 24, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., at the Tropics. Join your
fellow Blue Star Card friends in cheering on the contestants in
the final round of Operation Rising Star, followed by a special
Blue Star Card version of Don’t Forget the Lyrics! Light pupus
and childcare will be provided. Spaces are limited for this event.
To let us know you are coming or to reserve free childcare,
please call 656-3326 or email [email protected] by
September 18.
BLUE STAR CARD PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT:
The Army Community Theatre (ACT) has been serving the
military and civilian communities since 1942 and is located
at Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. ACT presents a season
of four major Broadway musicals and four plays in Readers
Theatre format. ACT was the first community theatre in America
to secure the amateur rights for MISS SAIGON, CATS, CURTAINS
and was one of nine selected to perform in the American
Association of Community Theatre’s competition in 2007.
The 2009-2010 theatre season includes the following performances:
September 2009 – Barnum
November 2009 – High School Musical 2
February 2010 – A Chorus Line
May 2010 – The 3 Penny Opera
For more information on show listings, seating chart, auditions,
directions and history please visit www.armytheatre.com.
Do you have a
Blue Star Card?
Spouses of deployed Soldiers are eligible to sign up for a Blue Star
Card, which will give them discounts at FMWR facilities, activities
and special events. Your Blue Star Card will be valid throughout
the entire deployment. To get your card, visit Army Community
Service on Schofield Barracks. (The IAP Offices are no longer
issuing Blue Star Cards).
ACS Schofield Barracks, BLDG 2091, Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.,
Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., 655-4227
What’s coming up in the month of October:
October 2: Family Fun Friday
October 16: Joint Spouse Conference;
Family Fun Friday
October 20: Big R: Countdown to Redeployment
ACS Fort Shafter will temporarily be unavailable to process Blue
Star Card Applications. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Blue Star Card Email List
Are you a Blue Star Card holder but not receiving FMWR email
updates? If so please email [email protected] so we
can register your email address for Blue Star Card updates.
Do you have a great idea for the next Blue Star Card Event?
If so, let us know! Send an email to [email protected] with your ideas.
A little information for Spouses with children.
Parents Night Out
Parent’s Night Out will be held September 12 (AMR CDC), and September 26
(Schofield CDC and Bennett Youth Center). For more information on Parent’s Night
Out or to make a reservation, call the Schofield Barracks CYS Services Registration
Office at 655-5314 or the AMR Registration Office at 833-5393.
Star Recipe of the Month:
Keiki Question of the month: My high school teen is looking for after school
activities to participate in. Are there any programs available to keep my teen busy
after school?
Answer: Yes, Child, Youth and School Services does have a new program called
EDGE! This program offers out-of-school opportunities for children and youth to
Experience, Develop, Grow and Excel by participating in cutting-edge art, fitness,
life skills and adventure activities, known as Art EDGE!, Fit EDGE, Life EDGE!, and
Adventure EDGE! Programs specifically for teens during the month of September
include: “Saddle Up”, bowling, adventure and fitness. For more information on
the EDGE! program or activities please call 656-0095 or email Kristine.yasuda@
us.army.mil.
If you have a question pertaining to care for your children you would like
answered, please do not hesitate to email [email protected]. All
questions submitted will be answered anonymously. Each month, one question
will be selected at random for publication.
Health and Fitness Center STACC Site Information:
The STACC site for the Health and Fitness center will remain free for valid Blue Star
Card holders, Mon.-Fri., 8-11 a.m., at Kaala Community Activities Center, Bldg. 556.
Registration is required. For more information please call 655-8313.
Silly Star Scrambles
Ingredients
2 cups
cold milk
1 4-serving size package
instant chocolate
pudding
8 oz.
frozen whipped topping
(such as Cool Whip) ,
thawed
1 1/2 cups
crushed sandwich
cookies (such as
Oreos)
20
gummy worms
Whisk together milk and instant
pudding for two minutes, until
pudding is completely dissolved.Let
stand 5 minutes to thicken.
Stir in frozen whipped topping and
1/2 cup of the crushed cookies.
Spoon into 10 cups.
Sprinkle remaining crushed cookies
over the pudding mixture. Top with 2
gummy worms.
Chill until ready to serve. Makes 10
servings.
Helpful Phone Numbers
ACS/AER
(808) 655-4227
Military Information
(808) 449-7110
ACS Toll Free
(877) 406-2148
(808) 656-3327
Military Police
(808) 655-5555
FMWR Deployment
Program Information
Do you have a favorite recipe
you would like to share with
fellow Blue Star Card holders?
If so, let us know! Please
send your submissions to
[email protected].
Each month, a new recipe will
be selected for publication.
The Blue Star Card holder
who submits the lucky recipe
chosen will have the option
to have their name published
with their culinary creation.
For more information on Deployment, Special Events, Activities, Blue Star Card
and FMWR facilities log onto www.mwrarmyhawaii.com
We want your feedback! Visit http://www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/survey_central.asp and take the Blue Star Card Survey.
Your feedback can help us improve our program and provide activities you would enjoy the most.