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OAHU VETERAN’S DAY EVENTS COMMUNITY BULLETIN
SB TEEN CALENDAR AMR TEEN CALENDAR
ARTS & CRAFT CALENDAR OUTDOOR REC CALENDAR
AFTB LEVEL II QUEEN’S HOSPITAL CONFERENCE
NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE TASTE OF KALILI FESTIVAL
WORN IT? THEN GIVE IT! NOVEMBER MILITARY SPECIALS
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT SCHEDULE THROUGH SEPT 2012 GERMAINE’S LUAU SPECIAL
2012 ENTERTAINMENT SAVINGS BOOK NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER CRUISE
VOLUNTEERING MEANS WORK EXPERIENCE
The contents of this binder are strictly for informational purposes and does not imply endorsement of any private or commercial organization by the 65th EN BN, 8th TSC, USARPAC or the Department of the Army.
65TH EN BN WEEKLY
RESOURCES NOVEMBER 11, 2011
Oahu Veteran's Day Events
Veterans Day events on Oahu Island include ceremonies at the National Cemetery of the Pacific and the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery and Veterans Day Parades in Wahiawa and Waianae,
Honolulu Veterans Day Events Punchbowl Cemetery Veterans Day Program
Every year there is a Veterans Day Ceremony and Memorial Service at the National Military Cemetery of the Pacific inside Punchbowl Crater in Downtown Honolulu. The
ceremony attracts hundreds of people and it usually features a rifle salute, wreath laying ceremonies, a bell ceremony, and a helicopter flyover. Hawaii Governor James
Aiona spoke a the 2008 Punchbowl Crater Veterans Day Ceremony. East Oahu Veterans Day Event
Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe Every year there is a Veterans Day Program at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in
Kaneohe, presented by the Hawaii Governor's Office. At the 2008 ceremony Steve Muro, the U.S. Veterans Administration Deputy Undersecretary for Memorial Affairs was the guest speaker and he also presented a check for $2.75 million to expand and improve the West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery in Kailua Kona. Hawaii Governor Linda
Lingle spoke at the 2007 2007 Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe Veterans Day Ceremony and Jim Nabors sang the National Anthem that year.
Central Oahu Veterans Day Event
Wahiawa Veterans Day Parade and Celebration (November 11, 2009) PARADE: The 64th Annual Wahiawa Veterans Day Parade will take place on Wednesday, November
11, 2009, from about 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The parade route will begin at Kaala Elementary School and proceed up California Avenue to Wahiawa District Park (also known as Fred Wright District Park). The theme of the 2009 Wahiawa Veteran's Day
Parade is "Welcome Our Veterans" and the grand marshal will be retired Army Colonel Bert Nishimura, and member of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team.
CEREMONY: There will be a Veterans Day Ceremony in Wahiawa District Park beginning about 10:45 a.m. that will feature a flag-raising ceremony and an address by General Robert Caslan, commanding general of the 25th Infantry Division at Schofield
Barracks. CRAFT FAIR:There will be a Veterans Day Cultural, Community, and Craft Fair in Wahiawa District from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be live music, military
vehicles on display, food booths, game booths, and booths featuring cultural, ethnic, and community displays.
West Oahu Veterans Day Event
Waianae Veterans Day Parade and Hoolaulea (November 7, 2009) PARADE: The 28th Annual Waianae Veteran's Day Parade will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2009, beginning at about 9:00 a.m. The parade will begin at the Waianae Boat Harbor and proceed down Farrington Highway to the Waianae Mall. The Waianae Veterans Day Parade is sponsored by
the Waianae Military Civilian Advisory Council (WMCAC). HOOLAULEA: The Waianae Veteran's Day Hoolaulea will take place at the Waianae Mall after the parade ends. The event will feature live music, a JROTC Drill Meet, food
booths, craft booths, and booths featuring community information and displays.
Waianae Veterans Day Ceremony (November 11, 2009)
There will be a Waianae Veteran's Day Ceremony at the Pililaau Army Recreation Center. on November 11, 2009, beginning about 11:00 a.m. The
general public is welcome to attend.
Installation Operation Center
(U) 656-3272
(C) 656-3269
SIPRNET: [email protected]
NIPRNET: [email protected]
“THIS IS A COMMUNITY BULLETIN” 040903NOV11
SUBJECT: Army Hawaii Recycles Day
On 19 November 2011, USAG-HI will sponsor the second Army Hawaii Recycles
Day. In support of America Recycles National Day, the collection event will be at the
Richardson Pool Parking area, Schofield Barracks from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. See
attached poster for more information.
For more information please contact Ms. Chantal Leonard, DPW Environmental
Division, U.S Army Garrison, Hawaii at (808) 656-3101
NO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT REQUIRED
NOVEMber 2011
Character Counts Pillars: 1. Trustworthiness 2. Responsibility 3. Respect 4. Fairness 5. Caring 6. Citizenship
Clubs: Power Hour – 1,2,3/Arts & Crafts – 3.5/Cooking – 1,4/Leadership – 1,3,6/Youth Sponsorship – 3,5,6/Music – 1,2,3/
DJ – 1,2,3/Sports – 4/Health & Fitness – 2,3,5
Schofield Barrack’s
Middle School/Teen
Center
Hours
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday 2:00 – 8:00 pm
Wednesday 12:00 – 8:00 pm
Friday 2:00 – 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 – 6:00 pm
School Out Days 10:00 – 6:00 pm
2251 McMahon Rd Bldg 9090
655-0451 Director
Virginia Phillips [email protected]
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 5 Power Hour
Cooking Club
Music Club
Power Hour
Leadership
Music Club
Power Hour
Sports Club
DJ Club
Music Club
Power Hour
DJ Club
Music Club
Movie Night 7:30pm
Open Rec 10-2
Bagger Orientation
11-12
Music Club
Field Trip
UH Football Game
7 8 9 10 11 12 Power Hour
Arts & Crafts
Music Club
Power Hour
Cooking Club
Music Club
Power Hour
Leadership
Music Club
Power Hour
Sports Club
DJ Club
Music Club
Center Closed
in
Observance of
VETERANS DAY
Open Rec 10-6
Music Club
14 15 16 17 18 19 LHS ½ Day Power Hour
Arts & Crafts
Music Club
LHS ½ Day Power Hour
Cooking Club
Music Club
LHS ½ Day Power Hour
Leadership
Music Club
LHS ½ Day Power Hour
Sports Club
DJ Club
Music Club
Power Hour
DJ Club
Music Club
Dance 7 – 9:30
Open Rec 10-6
Music Club
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR FOR ALL AGES-NOV. 14-19 1:00 PM TO 5:00 PM
21 22 23 24 25 26 Power Hour
Arts & Crafts
Music Club
Power Hour
Cooking Club
Music Club
Power Hour
Leadership
Music Club
Center Closed
in
Observance of THANKSGIVING
School Out Day
10 - 6 DJ Club
Music Club
Open Rec 10-6
Music Club
28 29 30 Power Hour
Arts & Crafts
Music Club
Power Hour
Cooking Club
Music Club
Power Hour
Leadership
Music Club
Hours of Operation
Wednesday-Thursday 10-6pm
Friday-Saturday 9-4pm
Sales Store/ Registration 655-4202
Ceramics 655-6327
Framing & Engraving 655-6330
T u e W e d T hu F r i S a t
1
Quilting/ Sewing
2 .
3
4
Ceramic Pour ing
5
8
Quilting/Sewing
9
10
Mom & Tots
11 CLOSED
Veteran ’s
Day
12
Turkey Bowl
Framing
15
Quilting/Sewing
.
16 17
.
18 Framing
Ceramic Pour ing
19 Chr is tmas
Card Workshop
22
Quilting /Sewing
23
HOURS OF OPERATION
9:00-4 :00
Lauhala Weaving
24 CLOSED
HAPPY
THANKSGIVING
25
Lauhala Weaving
26
Ceramic Pour ing
29
Quilting/Sewing
30
Schofield Barracks ARTS & CRAFTS 655-4202
NoVember Bldg 572 919 Humphreys Rd
Near the Bowling Center
Quilting /Sewing Tuesdays, 6-8pm
Learn the basics and start a new project every
month! $25 1st class $5 additional class
Picture Framing 1 session
$45 includes all materials, 9–12pm
Ceramic Mold Pouring 1 session,
$25 includes supplies, 9-12pm
Mom & Tots Parent(s) and child take on a
creative project together.
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday 10-11am $4
Lauhala leaf weaving Plaiting techniques to weave a
bracelet and small box
1 day $15 2 days $25. 11:30am-1:30pm
Seasonal Workshops Turkey Bowl
Nov. 12th, Saturday
Anytime between 9:00-2:00 pm
$18 includes all supplies
Christmas Card Workshop
Nov. 19th, Saturday
There will be an additional class on Dec. 2nd
9:30–12:00
$4.00 per card or 3 for $10.00 with supplies
Have a
Happy Thanksgiving!
2011
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1
2 3
4
5
6 7 8 9 10 11
TEEN Cooking
1530-1730
12
13
14 EDGE SUP
0830-1200
15 16 17
18 19
20
21 22
Home School
23
EDGE Teen SUP
Adventure
1330-1730
24
25
-
27 28 29 30
EDGE Teen SUP
Adventure
1330-1730
31
Program Difficulty Levels
I Beginner– an all ages/abilities program
II Moderate– increased level of difficulty
III Advanced– highly challenging, increased
Activities and locations subject to change
Please contact ODR for specific
locations and plans for each
activity. Updated: 1 Sep 11
Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 556 Heard Ave 808-655-0143 Schofield Barracks, HI
WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
Army Family Team Building presents:
ExplorerTraining AFTB Level II will assist you on your journey through the jungle and prepare you to master the most difficult
trails and terrain.
AFTB jungle instructors will help you to: Manage the stress of deployment and your personal time Learn to make better decisions Learn the jungle language Learn how to get into your community and get involved
We provide free childcare * for day classes* at the Child Development Center with your advance reservation (your child
must be registered with Child and Youth Services to be eligible).
November 15, 16, 22, & 23 1700-2100 hrs
Classes held at Schofield Barracks ACS, BLDG 2091
Call 655-1703 to reserve a seat!
Recognizing, Assessing and Treating Mental Health Issues in Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities For Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Clinical Social Workers, APRNs, Physicians & other Clinicians
November 15, 2011 8:30-11:30 (Part I) 2:00-4:30 (Part II) Understanding and Planning for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses General Session for Case Managers, Social Workers, Service Coordinators, Family Members, Self-Advocates
November 16, 2011 8:30-4:00 Understanding and Providing Support for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses For Direct Care Providers, Inpatient Staff and Crisis Support Staff with emphasis on understanding Trauma
November 17, 2011 9:30-12:00
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A Training Series featuring
Ruth Myers, M.D. and Stephen Myers, Ph.D.
Sponsored by the Department of Health Developmental Disabilities Division
Queen’s Conference Center Auditorium
Understanding Mental Health and Medical Conditions Underlying Challenging Behaviors
Understanding Trauma: Diagnosis and Treatment of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Working with Clinicians in the Assessment and Treatment Process
Planning for Supports
(Topics may vary by sessions)
Funding was made possible by Grant Number No. 5U79SM57457-05 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; nor does any mention of trade names, commercial practices or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. government.
Enhancing Outcomes for Individuals with Co-Occurring Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Mental Illness
Queen’s Conference Center Auditorium 510 S Beretania Street Honolulu, Hawaii
Purpose Individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders and developmental disabilities (DD) are a particularly vulnerable population. Often their issues and behaviors are poorly understood; their mental health disorders (mood disorders, PTSD, psychosis, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, etc) often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, and untreated or mistreated. People who have DD are more likely than non-disabled people to have been abused physically, emotionally or sexually. Aversive interventions, behavioral control and hospitalization are more commonly used than supportive interventions that help the individual. The Developmental Disabilities Division, Department of Health was recently awarded a grant through the Mental Health Transformation State Incentive Grant to increase awareness, skills and responses in Hawaii. Our goal is to increase capacity to better identify, understand, treat and support individuals with co-occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental illness.
Training Faculty
Ruth M. Myers, M.D., a Board Certified Psychiatrist, has worked with persons with developmental disabilities as a full-time specialty for more than 20 years. She has extensive and international experience teaching others in the field of developmental disabilities and complex needs.
Stephen P. Myers, Ph.D., a Board Certified Behavior Analyst has worked with persons with developmental disabilities for more than 30 years. He was previously the Director of Psychological and Behavioral Services for the Alabama State Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation.
Registration REGISTER ON LINE: http://enhancingoutcomes.eventbrite.com
OR FAX REGISTRATION TO: 586-5844 Please indicate session:
Recognizing, Assessing and Treating Mental Health Issues in Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
For Clinicians providing assessment and therapy November 15, 2011 8:30-11:30 (Part I) 2:00-4:30 (Part II) (Continental Breakfast will be served)
Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses
General Session for Case Managers, State Staff, Family Members, Self-Advocates November 16, 2011 8:30-4:00 (Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be served)
Understanding and Providing Support for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illnesses For Direct Care Providers, Inpatient Staff and Crisis Support Staff with emphasis on understanding Trauma 9:30-12:00 (Continental Breakfast will be served) November 17, 2011
Name: ___________________________________
Organization: _______________________________ Position: _______________________________
Address:____________________________________________________ ____
Phone: _______________ Email: ________________________________
Note: Additional trainings will be held on Maui, Hilo and Kona in January 2012
Questions? Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
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Guest Speaker:
Lt GovernorJefferson KeelChickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
andPresident of the National Congress
of American Indians (NCAI)
Sponsored byISF Fa:ineerBrigade
AndTeam EOnEOIfawaii
PO C : SFCJohns on, Tiffany? [email protected]
If you’d like to get involved or have any questions, contact Jessica Bode at
[email protected] or 210-862-1055.
Formal events are in the near
future for many teens on the
island and each teen deserves
to feel like a princess!
Donate your ready to be
worn dress, shoes and
accessories.
Drop off deadline will be
Jan 25th, 2012
All dresses and
accessories will then be
sold for rock
bottom prices!
Dresses—$20
Accessories—$5
DONATE LAST YEAR’S
BALL OR
PROM DRESS
Time and location of
event to be determined.
Current Drop off points:
Fisher House
More To Be Announced!
November 2011 Military Specials
For a complete pricelist, check out our website: www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/itr-welcome
Fort Shafter ITR Schofield Barracks ITR
Bldg 550, PX Market Bldg 3320, Flagview Mall
Fort Shafter, Hawaii 96858 Schofield Barracks, Hawaii 96857
Phone: 808-438-1985 Phone: 808-655-9971
***Please note prices and specials are subject to change without notice***
DINNER CRUISES
Roberts Hawaii Alii Kai Catamaran Adult: $64.00
Child (4-11yrs): $34.00
Buy one and get one FREE!
*Applicable to 10 people or less per booking
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Atlantis Adventures Atlantis Submarine Standard Ride ONLY
FREE all-you-can-eat pancakes at IHOP.
One coupon per paying guest.
Coupon must be used on same date as standard
submarine ride.
Valid only at IHOP located on 1850 Ala Moana Blvd.
Special offered until Dec 31, 2011
SHOWS
Roberts Hawaii Magic of Polynesia
Show Only
Adult: $49.00
Child (4-11 yrs): $31.00
Buy one and get one FREE!
*Applicable to 10 people or less per booking
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
SHOWS/LUAUS
Magic of Polynesia
Dinner Show Adult: $78.00
Child (4-11yrs): $50.00
Buy one and get one FREE!
*Applicable to 10 people or less per booking
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Magic of Polynesia
Deluxe Dinner Show Adult: $120.00
Child (4-11 yrs): $60.00
Buy one Ticket and get one Ticket FREE!
*Applicable to 10 people or less per booking
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Polynesian Cultural Center
Ali’i Luau Roll Back Special
All Day Package 12pm-9pm
Adult: $58.00
Children (5-15yrs): $46.00
Special good until Nov 30, 2011
Gateway Buffet Package
All Day Package 12pm-9pm
Adult: $45.00
Children (5-15yrs): $30.00
Special good until Nov 30, 2011
Gateway Dinner & Show ONLY
Gates open at 5pm
Ages 5 yrs & Up: $25.00
Special good until Nov 30, 2011
General Admission ONLY
Gates open at 12noon-6pm
Ages 5 yrs & up: $15.00
Special good until Nov 30, 2011
LUAUS
Germaine’s Luau Adult (21 & older): $37.00
Junior (14 – 20 yrs): $32.00
Child (6-13 yrs): $27.00 Special good until Dec 30, 2011. Not valid on 11/24/11,
12/24/11, & 12/25/11
Show Only: Free admission on your
Birthday, when accompanied by one paid
Adult admission. Valid only on date of
birth. ID must be presented at check in.
PARKS
Wet N Wild One Day Admission
Ages 3 and up: $26.00
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Gold Pass
Adults/Children: $41.00
Includes parking/golf
Unlimited admission until Dec. 31, 2011
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Fun Pass
Adults/Children: $31.00
DOES NOT include parking/golf
Unlimited admission until Dec. 31, 2011
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Veterans Day
FREE Admission for Active Duty and
Retired Military Personnel.
Guest and family members: $20
Ages 3 and up
Only on Nov 11, 2011
Sea Life Park Dolphin Encounter
Adults/Children: $59.00
Dolphin Encounter at 3:15pm time slot ONLY.
Special good until Dec. 15 2011
General Admission
Adults/Children: $12.00
Special good until Dec. 15 2011
Veterans Day
FREE Admission for Active Duty
and Retired Military Personnel.
Only Nov. 10 -13, 2011
WATER TOURS
Paradise Cruises Hoku Nai’a
Dolphin Watch, Snorkel & Lunch
First Adult: $78.17
Second Adult: $39.09
Buy one Adult, get the second Adult 50% off
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
Hoku Nai’a
Dolphin Watch (no lunch or snorkel)
Adult: $43.34
Child (3-11): $ 25.92
One CHILD FREE per paying Adult.
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
2 CRUISE COMBO
Adult: $99.00
Pacific Star Dinner & Hoku Nai’a Dolphin Watch
w/Lunch and Snorkel.
**must be booked at same time**
Special good until Dec 31, 2011
DISCOUNT CARDS
Aloha Diners Club 2011 $15.00 per book
***While Supplies Last***
Entertainment 2012 Book $30.00 per book
***While Supplies Last***
NEIGHBOR ISLAND ACTIVITIES
Kauai Backcountry Adventure Zip Line Adult (Ages 12+): $99.00
Special good until April 15, 20
GERMAINE’S LUAU SPECIAL
2011 End of Summer Blast Sept 20th to Dec 30
th!
We look forward to serving you an evening of fun, food, and entertainment at Germaine’s “ Too Good to Miss ” Luau! Adults (21 & over) $37.00 Juniors(14-20yrs) $32.00 Children(6-13yrs) $27.00 5 & under FREE ** Transportation not included. ** Rates only available thru MWR-Ticket Outlets. **Offer good Sept 20
th-Dec 30
th 2011, excluding major
HOLIDAYS. (Thanksgiving, Nov.24th, Christmas Eve, Dec. 24
th,
and Christmas Day, Dec. 25th)
On Sale Now
Get Your
2012 Book!
$30.00
Come in to your nearest Military Ticket Office to purchase yours today! You may begin
using discounted offers right away. Hundreds of savings for just $30.00!
Schofield Barracks ITR Fort Shafter ITR Bldg 3320, Flagview Mall Bldg 550 PXMarket Schofield Barracks, HI 96857 Fort Shafter, Hawaii 96858 (808) 655-9971 (808) 438-1985
Vendor: Navatek 1
New Years Eve Cruise
Description: Ring in the NEW YEAR 2012 INCLUDES: Pupus and Dessert Buffet, Welcome Aboard Champagne Drink, Party Favors, DJ's will be spinning
out the tunes that will have you up and dancing the night away and for the grand finale, you will be in the best position to count down into 2012 and view the
festive NEW YEAR'S EVE FIREWORKS. * Operates: Dec 31st from 10:30pm to 12:45am
Departure Point: Includes transportation to and from select Waikiki hotels. Self parking at Aloha Tower Marketplace is available for a fee.
Duration:2+ hours
Equipment: Navatek is 53 feet wide, 140 feet long SWATH technology (Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull design) Capacity: 350 passengers
Inclusions: Welcome champagne drink to begin this special cruise. Dinner, entertainment and viewing of fireworks.
Menu: Cocktail Beef Tenderloin Sandwiches served with a Spicy Roasted Red Peppper Aioli, Spicy Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms served with a fresh
Pesto Dip, Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip served on a Garlic Crostini, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and Cocktail Sauce, Jack Daniels Meatballs, Honey Mustard
Roasted Ham Sandwiches, Lava Wings, Blackened Ahi on Cucumber Rounds topped with Wasabi Aioli, Thai Summer Rolls (vegetarian) served with a
refreshing Chili Mint Sauce DESSERT: Fruit Spears with Grand Marnier Romanoff Sauce and assorted Mini Tropical Operas. Exclusions: Additional
beverages available: Tropical Drinks, Cocktails, Beer, Wine and more Champagne on sale for $4 to $8. Bottles of Wine, Sake and Champagne are available
from $8 to $175. Soft Drinks/Juices for $2 to $3. *Restrictions: Must have a valid photo ID to be served alcohol. 48 hour cancellation policy on this tour.
Total: 155.59 ( * = Voucher not yet paid for or not Issued, ** = Service Only)
All activities are at users own risk. We're acting as a ticket agent only and have no responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from this activity.
Tom Barefoot's Tours Run By: CHRIS
P. O. Box 1887 Run Date: 11/08/11 - 03:12p
Kahului, HI 96733 Client ID#: 160102
Ph: 808-661-8889 Fax: 808-877-7716 Itinerary
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER CRUISE
Star of Honolulu Dec 31, 2011
10:15PM - 12:30AM Check-in: 9:30PM
Departs from Aloha Tower Marketplace
Admiral's Dinner/Jazz & Fireworks ITR Rate: $190.35 per adult
Retail: $235.00
5-Course French Style Dining
Live Maine Lobster and Prime Tenderloin of Beef Entrees
Coffee and Tea “Champagne” Toast, 2 Super
Premium Beverages with After Dinner Drink Cart Service
*not recommended for children under 12 and dress slacks required for men
Romance Dinner/Jazz & Fireworks ITR Rate: $153.90 per adult
Retail: $190.00
5-Course French Style Dining
Live Maine Lobster and Prime Tenderloin of Beef Entrees
Coffee and Tea “Champagne” Toast, 2 Super
Premium Beverages *not recommended for children under 12 and dress slacks required for men
Celebration Dinner/Show & Fireworks ITR Rate: $137.70 per adult
Retail: $170.00
3-Course Dinner
Whole Maine Lobster and Tenderloin Steak Entree
Coffee and Tea
“Champagne” Toast, Premium
Beverage
NEW YEAR’S EVE COCKTAIL CRUISE Hoku Nai’a Dec 31, 2011
10:30PM - 12:15AM Check-in: 9:45PM
ITR Rate: $56.70 per adult
21 and over ONLY
Departs from Kewalo Basin Premium Dry Snacks
Glass of “Champagne”
*****Round trip transportation from Waikiki hotels $11.00 per person (not included)*****
Volunteering Means Work Experience
Author Janet Farley
2011/10/10
By Janet Farley
You are a community volunteer. In a big or small way, you make a positive difference in the lives of those
with whom you share a community.
You bake cookies for the PTA.
You teach others, helping them understand the many nuances of a military lifestyle.
You answer telephones and greet visitors at the Family support center.
You hang posters highlighting upcoming events for the spouses’ club.
You write and distribute a newsletter for a private organization.
You recruit and supervise others on a project basis.
You facilitate a community support group or lead the meetings of a local club.
You skillfully orchestrate a major community fundraising event that provides scholarship dollars to
military Families.
You stuff holiday stockings with goodies for our troops downrange.
Make no mistake about it. What you do matters. You make a difference.
Why, then, are you not capturing valuable work experience laden with marketable skills on your résumé?
Too often, we think that those experiences somehow don’t count because we didn’t receive a paycheck for
doing them. When we think like that, we are shortchanging ourselves in a big way.
Volunteerism matters
Volunteerism is important, not only on an intrinsic level but also on a career-enhancing level. Leadership
and community involvement are important skills to many employers. They show you care and are
connected, proactive, and motivated to learn and contribute. Those are qualities any employer would be
happy to hire.
Air Force spouse Laurie Menzel and volunteer extraordinaire agrees.
“Volunteering allows you to gain marketable skills, and it can open doors to career opportunities you might
never have dreamed about,” says Menzel, who serves as the American president for the German
American Women’s Club in Stuttgart, Germany, as well as the board chair for USA Girl Scouts Overseas-
North Atlantic.
“It is through volunteering that I found my passion for nonprofit management,” says Menzel, who earned a
master’s degree in nonprofit management from Regis University in Colorado.
Consider the many advantages involved. Volunteering enables you to:
maintain your existing skills, keeping them from getting rusty due to lack of use;
learn new skills that, in turn, you can use to land a future paid position;
minimize employment gaps on your résumé by filling it with work experience;
try a new career before committing to the whole change process;
connect yourself professionally with others who can help you land a paying job;
become the best candidate for the next open paid position; and
become familiar with a new community or reacquainted with an old one.
"Many organizations also offer you the opportunity to attend conferences and receive training,” says
Menzel.
As if the professional benefits weren’t enough, studies show volunteering also offers social and health
benefits.
According to research published by the Corporation for National and Community Service, those who
volunteer have lower mortality rates, great functional ability, and lower rates of depression later in life than
those who do not volunteer.
Capturing volunteerism on your résumé
How should you capture that volunteer experience on your résumé?
First, determine whether there is a direct skill relationship between your volunteer job and the type of job
you wish to land.
If there is and you have a consistent volunteer work history, treat your volunteer experience just as you
would a paying job. Give it the space it deserves as another job on your résumé. Omit the use of the word
“volunteer” in the job title. Use an appropriate position title and provide an accomplishments-based
description as your work narrative.
Many organizations have established job titles and descriptions for their unique volunteer positions. If there
is one you can refer to in this case, do so. If not, don’t sweat it. Go to the O*Net online and look up a
comparable job title and its accompanying description as a basis for creating your unique one.
Highlight those skills that best support the objective of your résumé. Quantify your accomplishments and
responsibilities, just as you would any paying position.
For example, if you were chair of a membership committee for an organization, note the number of
volunteers you supervised. Plug in the amount of membership dollars raised under your stewardship.
Mention your leadership in event planning and program implementation.
If, on the other hand, your volunteer work experience does not support the type of job you are seeking, you
might need to take a different approach to highlighting the information on your résumé.
Instead of treating the unrelated volunteer experience as you would a paying job, consider adding it
elsewhere on your résumé in a separate “Community Service” section. The level of priority you give it will
depend on who will be reading your résumé.
Is that experience one that will mean something to a potential employer? If the answer is yes, don’t bury it
at the end of your résumé or exclude it. If the answer is no, consider whether it truly belongs there in the
first place.
If the volunteer experience involves religious or political activities and you choose to include it on your
résumé, be certain to keep the content focused on the skills you used and not on your own personal
beliefs. Keep in mind not everyone shares your views. Some employers, like or not, might come to snap
judgments based on their own beliefs that negatively could affect your chances in landing an interview.
When you are finished adding your volunteer work experience to your résumé, get someone else to look it
over for you.
“Share your résumé with group of trusted colleagues who can read it to see if it makes sense,” says
Menzel. “Include both military and civilian colleagues so you can be sure you are translating your military-
related experiences in such a way that a civilian employer would easily understand it.”
Find volunteer opportunities
You can find volunteer opportunities in many places, wherever you are stationed. If you aren’t sure where
to begin your search, visit your installation’s volunteer coordinator at the Family support center or Army
Community Service.
