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The Hui Lei
The Official Magazine of the Hui `O Na Wahine
Sharing the Spirit of Aloha!
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www.schofieldspousesclub.com
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2015-2016 HUI ‘O NA WAHINE
ADVISORS
Advisors
Kathy Brown and Michelle Brito
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President
Kat Fresh
1st Vice
Ingrid Cureton
2nd Vice
Jen Wagnon
Secretary
Vacant
Treasurer
Jennifer Wurst
Parliamentarian
Chantay Burleson
GOVERNING BOARD
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Activities & Hospitality
Rebecca Ferguson
Advertising
Vacant
Community Out Reach
Holli Aspland
Decorations
Britt Flather
Historian
Dede Cornish
Lei Editor
Michelle Todsen
Membership
Carlie Lawes
Property
Sarah Eyman
Publicity
Vacant
Reservations
Traci LaRosa
Scholarship
Laura Musico
Social Media
Stacy Adair
Thrift Shop Liaison
Melody Silva
Vendors
Julie Dentinger
Ways & Means
Laura Jones and Tanya Williams
Welfare
Katherine Collins
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KAT’S KORNER
Can you feel it? The Holiday Season is upon us. I feel crazy for saying
that since I only feel the warmth of this tropical paradise that we
live in. But I have been to the mall and I have seen that Christmas is
already there. So, as we put away our costumes and jack-o-lanterns
and prepare for the holiday chaos, I hope you are also looking
forward to more fun with the Hui. As you read through this issue of
the Lei you might notice that we are in the beginning stages of the
Mock Dinning In planning. If you have not attended this event in
years past, please make sure you join a team this year. It is always
the highlight of the year. And in the nearer future, I am so excited
about the November luncheon as we are going on a cruise in the
Nehelani Ballroom! I hope to see you there.
OUR NOVEMBER CHARITY
Operation Homefront
Requested Donations
Any unwrapped, new toy for all ages valued up to $20
Monetary donations will be donated to the Holiday Gift
Basket Program
Every day, across America, the OH family consisting of
dedicated employees, passionate volunteers and caring
corporate/individual donors and partner organizations,
provides valued programs designed to build strong, stable and
secure military families as we seek to honor their patriotism
and service to our country.
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Want to Join
the Hui Board?
We have a few vacant spots on the
Hui Board and would love for you to
join our awesome team! Please
email [email protected] for
more information.
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2016 MOCK DINING IN
The Hui ‘O Na Wahine Presents
The 2016 Mock Dining In
On Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Hui will host its 4th Annual Spouse’s Mock Dining In conducted at the
Nehalani Club.
A Dining-In is an assemblage of the soldiers of a unit on a social basis, fostering esprit de corps and unit pride.
Normally each unit holds at least one Formal Dining-In a year. Soldiers attend this without their spouses/
significant others. As with a Dining-In, this event will be for spouses only. Think of it as a “girls night out.” So
leave your soldier at home to watch the children or make plans for a babysitter! This is a night for us to
celebrate whatever you want to celebrate and build spouse esprit de corps!
Our Mock Dining In will have the same traditions as a Dining-In to include: invocation, toasts, grog ceremony,
mistress of ceremony, a madam vice, judges etc. Be prepared for controlled chaos and fun! The sequence of
events and rules of the mess will be published in the next newsletter.
Your mission is to rally up as many of your friends, book club, FRG, or whatever group you decide to join
forces with and arrive as a team. You will decorate your table in a common theme as well as come in
costume. Let your imagination run wild! Tables will hold 10 people.
Prizes will be given for the following: Most items brought by a group for donation to the Charity of the night,
Best Table Decorations, Best Costumes, and Most Spirited. So keep your plans secret from other groups!
There will be opportunities and doorprizes throughout the evening.
Ticket sales begin on February 1st. Tickets will be available at the February Luncheon and sales will close on
March 4th. Cost is $25 for a delicious buffet dinner.
We will be forming a planning committee soon. If you are interested in helping with the fun please contact Kat
Fresh at [email protected].
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RACE FOR THE CURE
October was Breast Cancer Awareness month and the Schofield Spouses Club, known as Hui ‘O Na Wahine, accepted
the challenge. For the 3rd year in a row the Hui participated to raise funds for the Susan G Komen Organization. After
creating our team, all members were invited to participate in the 2015 Race for the Cure, which was held in Waikiki.
Eleven spouse members of the Hui committed to the race on October 18th, getting up as early as four in the morning
to drive from Schofield, Ewa Beach, and Mililani to be at Kapiolani Park in Waikiki by 6:30AM. It was great to see
hundreds of people in pink who were all in the park for the same reason, with the Hui O’Na Wahine Team right in the
middle of it all. At 7:00AM the race began and everyone finished after having a great time running or walking. But
that’s not all that the Wahines did to support the fight against breast cancer. On October 20th, the Hui held a luncheon
and Thrift Shop Fashion Show. During the luncheon the Susan G Komen Foundation was recognized as the Charity of
the month. The Hui Club members and their guests continued to show their support in the fight against breast cancer
by making even more donations. The culminating event for the Hui support to the Breast Cancer Awareness Month
was the “After Race Game Party”, a club event that was held at the Wheeler Community Center on October 29th.
Families and friends of the Hui were invited to the event where games were played and pink food and drinks were
served. Through the generous donations of the Hui members and friends, $656.00 was donated to the Susan G.
Komen Foundation.
I would like to express a personal thank you to the Hui ‘O Na Wahine race team members and all club members for
their support during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and their continued support to our community.
by Ingrid Cureton, 1st Vice President
GAME NIGHT & THE RACE FOR THE CURE
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Come and join us at the Annual Fisher House Holiday Decoration Event.
When: 30 November 2015, 9am-noon
Where: Tripler Fisher House
The Fisher House will supply the Christmas trees and the Hui
supplies the decoration.
If you would like to help decorate, please rsvp by 25 November 2015
to Ingrid Cureton @ [email protected] or 253-209-5336
A Holiday Recipe from Laura Musico’s Kitchen
Pumpkin Walnut Cheesecake
Makes 12 servings:
Crust:
1 and 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
(36 to 40 wafers)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
Filling:
3, 8 ounce packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. To prepare the crust: Combine the crushed vanilla wafers,
the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and the 6 tablespoons
melted butter or margarine. Press the mixture firmly into
the bottom and 2 inches up the sides of a 9 or 10 inch
springform pan. Place the springform pan into a shallow
baking pan; set aside.
3. To make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the
cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy. Add the
1/2 cup granulated sugar and the 1/2 cup brown sugar.
Beat in the pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.
Add the eggs all at once and beat on low speed just until
combined. Stir in the whipping cream.
1 16 ounce can pumpkin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
4. Gently pour the cream cheese mixture on top of the crust
Bake in the 350 degree oven for 1 hour.
5. Meanwhile, to prepare the topping: In a small mixing
bowl, using a pastry blender, cut the 3 tablespoons butter
or margarine into the 1 cup brown sugar. Stir in the
walnuts.
5 eggs
1/4 cup whipping cream
Topping:
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
6. Carefully sprinkle the mixture evenly over the hot
cheesecake. Bake 25 minutes more. Cool on a wire rack
for 15 minutes.
7. Using a thin metal spatula, loosen the crust from sides of
the pan. Cool for 30 minutes more, then remove the sides
of the pan. Cool completely. Cover and refrigerate for at
least 4 hours before serving.
1 cup chopped walnuts
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HELLOOO MR. WHALE
Whale Watching
We know it is only November but we
wanted to make sure that you are aware
that from December to May, you may
catch a glimpse of a majestic kohola, or
humpback whale in Oahu's southern seas. The gentle giants come to
the warm Hawaiian waters every year to breed and give birth to
new calves.
Schedule a tour or charter a boat to spot these magnificent
creatures. Treat yourself to scenic ocean views as expert guides take
you to the best spots to observe whales playfully surfacing, tail
slapping, or blowing spouts in the air. Regulations prohibit boats
from approaching within 100 yards of a whale and you should never
swim with or touch whales or any other marine mammals.
You can also spot whales from Oahu’s many beaches and from
southeastern Oahu spots like the scenic Makapu’u Lighthouse,
Hanauma Bay, and along the seaside overlooks near Leahi (Diamond
Head). Whale watching tours and cruises depart from various ports
along Oahu’s southern and western harbors.
A Holiday Recipe from Traci LaRosa’s Kitchen
LEARN
HAWAIIAN
Here are a few Hawaiian Words that
you may come across while on the
island and their meaning.
Hale
House
‘Ohana
Family
‘Ono
Delicious
Mahalo nui loa Thank you very much
Pule
Prayer, blessing
Tūtū
Grandfather,
Grandmother
Keiki
child
Hau’oli La Ho’omakika’
Happy
Thanksgiving
Grandma’s Soap Salad—ask Traci why it’s called this
Ingredients: 1 pound cranberries, ground
1 cup sugar
Mix and set aside
Directions: Whip 1 pint whipping cream. Slowly add 1/2 cup
sugar. Mix 1 pound bag small marshmallows
into whipped cream mixture.
Let each dish set for 2 hours then add 1 cup
crushed pineapple (drained). Mix altogether.
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HUI HAPPENINGS– OCTOBER LUNCHEON
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WINNER WINNERS! OCTOBER LUNCHEON
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SCHOFIELD THRIFT SHOP
We are located on
Schofield Barracks
behind ACS,
Building 2107 Ulrich
Way
HUI ‘O NA WAHINE THRIFT SHOP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
As a volunteer, you contribute significantly to our mission. We value your time and energy, as you are a vital member of our team.
Thank you for volunteering your time and talents at the Thrift Shop!
Volunteer Opportunity Hours
Mondays thru Friday
Wednesday/Sundays
1st and 3rd Saturday
8:30 am to 1pm
Closed
8:30 to 1pm
Whether you give 30 minutes or 20 hours, all you need is a team player attitude! In addition to helping out the thrift shop by
volunteering your time, as a Hui member you will also receive Opportunity Tickets to use at the monthly luncheons!
One hour = 2 tickets
Two hours = 4 tickets
3 hours = 6 tickets
4 + hours = 8 tickets
Volunteer trainings are held every Monday at the Thrift Shop with Shannon, the Manager. You can also schedule one-on-one
volunteer training with Melody Silva, [email protected] , if you’re unable to make it to volunteer training on Mondays.
Hope to see you there!
STAY CONNECTED
Hui 'O Na Wahine Thrift Shop/Schofield Thrift Shop
[email protected]
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www.schofieldspousesclub.com/thrift-shop
808-624-3254
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YOU MIGHT BE AN ARMY
SPOUSE IF...
… your husband pulls out the pro
mask anytime you’re sick.
NOVEMBER
BIRTHDAYS
… you answer your husband’s texts
with “Roger” or “Tracking”
Hau`oli Lā Hānau to our Hui Members!
Hui
Properties
Sarah Eyman
Hui Properties
931-801-5818
[email protected]
Spotlight Rentals
Are you hosting an upcoming coffee,
welcome, farewell, ball, birthday, or any
event, and are looking for those missing
pieces? Come check out Hui Properties!
We probably have what you need:
plates, punch bowls and cups, serving
platters, chaffing dishes, tables/ chairs,
vases and mirrors, and historic sliver
pieces including punch bowls, trays and
coffee and tea sets. New, updated pieces
arriving this Fall. A full properties list
with prices will be posted on our website
soon.
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Jennifer Wagnon
November 1
Dixie Kelly
November 7
Mary Fitter
November 9
Sandra Carlson
November 12
Chantay Burelson
November 13
Eugenia Whittenburg
November 13
Kat Fresh
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ACTIVITY CLUBS
Activity Clubs
In addition to our luncheons we have activity clubs for many interests. Below are a few. Is there an activity you would like to try?
Would you rather do it with a group? Consider starting a group and being the fearless leader. Our Activities and Hospitality Chair
Rebecca can help you make that happen. If you missed the signup sheets at the Super Sign Up and you are interested in joining
one of these fun Groups please contacts us at [email protected].
Babbling Bookends
Broke da Mouth Club
We are an evening group that
meets monthly on the second
Thursday at the home of a
volunteer hostess. Members bring
a snack or wine to share for an
evening of relaxation and wide
ranging discussions. Sometimes
attendees plan genres for the
month; other times it is just a
book that seems interesting.
Topics can be serious, but most
often there’s a lot of laughter as we enjoy each other’s
comments. If you are interested in reading and evening adult
conversation this is the group for you.
Broke da Mouth is Pidgen
for something so delicious it
broke your mouth.
Experience ono (delicious)
flavors of the islands at a
variety of different
establishments around the island. Explore new places and
food. Discover interesting places to take your visiting friends
and family. Meeting monthly for lunch.
As Julia Child once wrote, "People who love to eat are always
the best people!"
Adventure Club
Enjoy being active in the great outdoors? Hawaii is filled with year round activities to do! Our club
goes on monthly adventures that that have included in the past hiking, ATVing and scuba diving.
Whether you are looking for to find adventure with friends or maybe make some new ones, come
on down.
Chick Flick Club
Do you Love movies? Want to laugh,
cry, or talk about a movie with a group
of like-minded friends? Have a movie
you want to see, but no one to go
with? Then you have found the club
for you! We will be meeting on a
different Saturday night each month.
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Bunco Babes
Let the good times Roll! Come
join us on the 4th Friday
evening each month for a great
evening playing Bunco. If you’ve
never played, don’t worry, we’ll
teach you. You’re sure to have a
great time.
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ACTIVITY CLUBS
Wine for Wahines
It is a traveling wine club that meets
once a month for the chance to sample
different wines. Whether they are
meeting up in someone’s home or at a
bar, these ladies always have fun. But it’s
not all drinking; we are going throw a
little education your way. The goal is to
learn about wines and wine regions,
select wines that are budget friendly but
still well made, determine how to pair
wines with different types of cuisine, and learn how to grade wines.
Craft Club
Do you like to craft? Want to share your ideas and talent with other
crafters? Join the Craft club! Meet once a moth to share your favorite
craft or just to be around other creative minds.
SCHOFIELD
SPOTLIGHT
TRIVIA
In each issue of the Hui Lei, you will find a
trivia question regarding something unique
about Schofield. The Hui members who
email the correct answer to
[email protected] by the deadline will
be entered into a special opportunity
drawing!
Provide the name of this exercise
landmark and a brief description of
where this is located.
Please send your answers to
[email protected] by October 15, 2015
SUP Club
Do you love the ocean? What could be better than seeing it from right
on top. Stand up paddle boarding is the best way to get that view. It’s
great exercise and you look really cool doing it! Email Holli to join at
[email protected].
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RESERVATIONS POLICY
Hui `O Na Wahine
Reservations Policy 2015-2016
MAKING A RESERVATION:
please contact Traci LaRosa at
[email protected]
ANOTHER DAY IN
PARADISE
LUNCHEON
THEMES
If you are a member and are bringing a guest, you must RSVP for your
guest, as well as yourself.
DEADLINE: The deadline for each Hui luncheon reservation is 12:00 PM on
the Wednesday prior to the luncheon. The reservation deadline for special
events is 7:00 PM five days prior to the event.
PAYMENT: The Hui will accept cash ($20) or credit using Square ($21) as
payment at the luncheons. There is an ATM available at the Nehalani.
Sept 15
Aloha E Komo Mai
Oct 20
Poppin’ Tags Old
School: Thrift Shop
Fashion show
Nov 17
Come Sail Away
Dec 15
Mele Kalikimaka:
Make It, Bake It,
Fake It
Jan 19
Hui Take Me Away:
Spa Day
Feb 16
WALK-INS: Walk-ins will be accommodated based on the availability of
cancelled reservations.
Chinese New Year:
Joint Luncheon w/
Fort Shafter
Mar 12
Walk-ins must be Hui members and will be charged an additional $5 for not
RSVPing by the deadline.
Mock Dining In: An
Evening Event
Apr 19
Freaky Tiki Murder
Mystery
May 17
Aloha ‘Oe
CANCELLATIONS: To cancel a reservation, please contact Traci LaRosa at
[email protected]. Reservations cancelled prior to the deadline
will not be charged. You WILL BE responsible for payment in the event your
reservation is NOT cancelled before the deadline.
NO-SHOWS: The member will be responsible for payment if they do not
attend a luncheon for which they made a reservation.
No attempt will be made to fill a slot that has not been cancelled.
VEGETARIAN OPTION: Please indicate when you RSVP if you would like a
vegetarian option prepared.
WAITING LIST: After the deadline, please contact Traci LaRosa at
[email protected]. Names will be placed on the waiting list in the
order they are received.
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WHERE ON THE ISLAND?
Where on the island is oversized pineapple in the photo
below?
Email your correct answer to [email protected] by
October 15th to be entered into a special opportunity
drawing!
WHAT’S FOR
LUNCH?
October’s Luncheon Menu
Breakfast Buffet and a Chocolate Bar
DID YOU KNOW?
The Kolekole hiking trail on Schofield has beautiful views of
central Oahu and the Waianae Coast. It is about a half mile
in length each way and is of medium difficulty, as it is
quite steep in places, has drop offs close to the path, and
has stairs. The trail is not stroller-friendly. The trial is open
on select dates when live-fire training is not scheduled.
Updates are posted on the Garrison Facebook pages.
Advertise in
the Lei
Do you need to advertise for your personal
business? Place and ad in the Lei and reach
dozens of members!
Hui Advertising
[email protected]
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