Shimoda Black Ship Festival

Zenkokai Awards

May 26, 2017平成 29年5月26日

IN THISISSUE:

Student Sports Physicals

Ikego Firefl y Festival

Zushi Beach Clean Up

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Volume 1, Issue 16

SHIMODA, Japan (May 19, 2017) – Yokosuka area Sailors including those from the USS Mustin (DDG 89) and the U.S. Seventh Fleet Band attend the 78th Shimoda Black Ship Festival. The Navy’s participation in the festival celebrates the heritage of U.S.-Japanese naval partnership fi rst established by Commodore Matthew Perry’s 1853 port visit. For more than 160 years, the United States has established a heritage of naval presence in the Indo-Asia-Pacifi c region to promote partnership, prosperity, and maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Daniel A. Taylor)

TOKYO, Japan (May 20, 2017) – Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Charles Burse and Chief Interior Communications Electrician Courtney Tillman from Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka Ikego Detachment pose for a photo with tourists at the Meiji Shrine in Tokyo prior to receiving the Nippon Zenkokai Award. The Nippon Zenkokai Awards recognize those whose gallant and benevolent acts are benefi cial to their neighbors and the general public. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter Burghart)

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MAY29

MONDAY

Single Sailor Liberty Program: Down to Your Last Dollar

Liberty will be serving up some great free food, paired with awesome movies by request. While supplies last. For more information, call 243-7346.

12 p.m. | Liberty Center

MAY31

WEDNESDAY

High School StudentSports Physicals

Student sports physicals are available by appointment. Parent must complete sport physical form before appointment. Forms are available at the Pediatric Clinic or school nurse’s office. Students may come to appointments without a parent but MUST have form signed by a parent. To schedule an appointment, please call 243-5352.

1 to 6 p.m. | Naval Hospital Yokosuka

JUN2

FRIDAY

Zushi Beach Cleanup

In preparation of open beach season Navy families and Sailors are invited to remove debris from Zushi beach.For more information contact the Ikego Command Liaison Office at 246-8042.

9 to 10:30 a.m. | Zushi Beach

JUN1

THURSDAY

Ikego Friendship Firefly Viewing Party

For 10 years, NAVFAC Far East environmental employees have been exclusively managing and protecting the existing firefly habitat in the Ikego Housing joint use area. • No flashlights or white light• Use of nets and capturing fireflies is prohibited• Minimize noise during viewing• Parking available at Navy Campground and housing areasFor more information, please call 246-8042.

7 p.m. | Ikego Joint Use Area Pond

Single Sailor Liberty Program: Atsugi Golf Outing

This 9 holes of golf includes a cart and regular club rentals (premium club rentals is an additional $15). Limited seating. Sign up in advance. For more information, call 243-7346.

MAY28

SUNDAY11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Prices: $10/Blue Jacket • $17/E5 & up

Club Alliance presents, Nashville recording artist Floyd VanLaningham. For more information, call 243-1215.

8 to 11 p.m. | Club Alliance, 3F

Floyd VanLaningham

MAY26FRIDAY

An entertaining performance of interactive comedy and magic, that’s certain to cause big smiles, lots of laughter, and a truly wonderful, unforgettable experience! Children will participate and become the stars of the show. For more information, please call 246-8071.

1 p.m. | Ikego Elementary Cafeteria

Ikego Family Fun: Comedy and Magic Show

MAY27

SATURDAY

2017 ROAD TAX DEADLINEThe road tax decal for 2017 must be displayed by JUNE 1. Vehicles without a current decal will be denied base entry.

Contact VRO for more information at 243-5011.

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FRI, MAY 26

SAT, MAY 27

SAT, MAY 27 & SUN, MAY 28

Zushi Beach Fireworks

Star Island - Odaiba Hanabi Fireworks

Yokohama Dragon Boat Race

7:30 to 8:15 p.m. | Zushi BeachVisit Zushi Beach for the 60th Annual Zushi Coastal Fireworks Festival. Viewers are encouraged to view the fi reworks display from either the west or east side of the beach, as the central area of the beach can get crowded. The show will feature more than 7,000 fi reworks, music and more. In case of rain, the fi reworks show will be moved to Saturday, May 27.

6 to 9 p.m. | Odaiba Seaside Park, TokyoCost: ¥8,000 (includes picnic mat)Enjoy a viewing experience like no other, with 3D sound and music perfectly synced to the one-of-a-kind fi reworks display. Star Island is taking traditional Japanese hanabi celebrations to the next level and beyond.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Yamashita Park, YokohamaThe Dragon Boat Race is a historical event where crews of 15 to 20 members race boats shaped like dragons. More than 200 teams around the world participate in this event. Come enjoy great food, cold beverages and performances while watching the dragon boats race. Races will also take place on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4.

FRI, MAY 26 - FRI, JUN 2Sankeien Garden Firefl y Evening Open until 9 p.m., Last admission 8:30 p.m. | Sankeien Garden, YokohamaThe Sankeien Garden is known for its scenic beauty and seasonal events. Come enjoy a walk in the rich greenery and historical site, with the soft lighting from the fi refl ies. The cost is ¥500 for adults and ¥200 for elementary school age children.

JUN5

MONDAY

Yokosuka Friendship Day Vendor Booth Registration

This is the deadline to register your private organization to participate in one of CFAY’s largest open base events of the year! Yokosuka Friendship Day will be held on Saturday, August 5. All participating private organizations must be registered with CFAY Legal and in good standing. Event is subject to change or cancellation. For more information, please call 243-1215.

Online Registration: https://surveymonkey.com/r/2017YokosukaFriendshipDay

JUN3

SATURDAY

Fujimi Pandora Downhill Mountain Bike Tour

Enjoy an adrenaline rush at the 4.2 km single track at Fujimi Panorama resort. There are three diff erent downhill courses available for the intermediate to expert riders. The trip fee includes transportation only. Full-suspension mountain bikes are available for rent for an additional $18. A one day pass for the gondola is an additional ¥4,950 at the resort. For more information, please call MWR at 243-5732.

5:15 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Nagano PrefecturePrices: $70/person • $35/Blue Jacket

Breakaway Every Thursday4:30 p.m. | Offi cer’s Club, Lounge & Patio“Breakaway” to The Offi cers’ Club on Thursdays to socialize among your peers and to help break up the work week. A DJ plays the hottest music and free appetizers start at 5 p.m. For more information, call 243-5030.

Commanding Offi cer: Capt. Jeff rey Kim Chief Staff Offi cer: Cmdr. Chad Spencer

Command Master Chief: CMDCM (SW/AW) Warren Britten

Public Aff airs Offi cer: Mr. Sean KellyEditor: Mr. James O’Donnell

I.C.E. COMMENT

NEWS AND NOTICES

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

SURE START 2017-2018

POST OFFICE CLOSURE - MEMORIAL DAY

RED CROSS SUMMER CAMP VOLUNTEERS

Applications are located at Sullivans and Ikego Elementary school offi ces. Your child must be 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2017. Call 243-7336 for more information.

In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday the Yokosuka and Ikego Post Offi ces will be closed on May 29.

COMMENT: Recently the opportunity for spouses to bring children to Purdy fi tness classes has been discontinued. I understand it would be a big problem if a child were hurt because of negligence, but I ask you to consider a diff erent route. I would like to suggest that children 5 and under be “required” to sit in strollers and those 6-10 be required to sit in a designated area. I think having clear guidelines in place is a fair step. If at

GREEN BAY DRIVE CLOSURE

Green Bay Drive is closed between Leahy Street and NEX parking forconstruction. Exit for the NEX parking lot is behind the NEX to 4th Ave., or G Street to Clement Avenue. Detour and traffi c control signs posted, please proceed with caution.

Red Cross is seeking volunteer instructors and planners for its summer day camp for children ages 6-11 from June 19-July 8. For more information email: donna.stachowicz@redcross.org

NAVY OPERATIONAL FITNESS & FUELING

SYSTEM (NOFFS) COURSEHeld the 1st Wednesday of every month at 8 a.m. Learn the foundations of the NOFFS program in this one day course. Open to all hands. Call 241-4486 for more information.

STA-21 COMMISSIONING PROGRAM NOW

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s lunch accounts to ensure a positive balance. All negative accounts at the end of the year will receive a “Notice of Indebtedness” sent to the sponsor’s command. Call 241-4427 for more information.

STUDENT LUNCH ACCOUNT BALANCES

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SULLIVANS FIELD DAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Sullivans School is looking for 30 volunteers to assist with its fi eld day event on June 2 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers will meet at 7:30 a.m. Call 243-7336/2575 for more information.

that point which guidelines are not followed, there would be justifi cation to discontinue the opportunity. As a mother, spouse and professional within this community I can attest to the fact that mothers (men as well) need an outlet. With spouses deployed and living far away from our support systems, working out with others has been helpful to many people. RESPONSE: Thank you for your feedback

Seaman to Admiral-21 is a full-time undergraduate commissioning program open to all eligible enlisted personnel. The deadline to apply is July 1, 2017.

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on the Quality of Life programs here in Yokosuka. We understand discontinuing the opportunity for parents to bring their children to fi tness classes is an inconvenience to our population. However, this rule is not unique to Yokosuka - it is in place at all Navy Fitness Facilities worldwide. We were lucky to off er this opportunity for the last few months, but are no longer authorized to continue.One option would be implementing a child-watch

rotation with other spouses. One or two spouses work out and supervise the kids in the Family Fitness Room while others take the classes. The Family Fitness Room is the one exercise location in Navy Fitness Facilities where children under 10 are authorized.