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WEEK OF 3 JANUARY MALS-11, EMARINE COMMUNICATION TOOL (SEE FLYER ON PG 8) 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 8 for Registration Procedures.

NICKELODEON AND iCARLY SALUTES OUR MILITARY AND FAMILIES MCAS Miramar will host the Cast of Nickelodeon’s iCarly for a FREE Screening and Cast Question and Answer Session. The show will be held on Mon, Jan 9 at 6 p.m. at the Bob Hope Theater. Doors will open at 5 p.m. This show is open to Active Du Mil, Retirees, Reservists, DoD Civilians, Family Members and their guests. No tickets are required and seating is First Come First Served – No Saving Seats. Visit www.mccsmiramar.com or Call 858-577-6365 for more information.

DO YOU LIVE IN TEMECULA AND WANT TO BE IN A VAN POOL Marines, Sailors and Government employees of MCAS Miramar who are in need of joining a Vanpool to MCAS Miramar from the Temecula Area. The van pool departs Temecula Monday through Friday at 0555 arriving MCAS Miramar by 0645. The Vanpool departs MCAS Miramar back to Temecula at 1630. If you have a work schedule from 0700-1630 then this is the Vanpool for you. For more info contact Mike Corona at (951) 234-2683 or (858) 577-1087. 3 SEATS AVAIL THAT MUST BE FILLED BY 15 JAN.

NPR'S HIT SHOW FROM THE TOP SEEKS YOUNG, MILITARY-CONNECTEDCLASSICAL MUSICIANS The Military Child Education Coalition and From the Top with host Christopher O'Riley, the hit NPR radio program showcasing America's best young clas-sical musicians, is seeking young musicians with military parents who are Active Duty, National Guard, Reserves or post 9-11 Veterans for its live show recording on June 27, 2012 at The Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. Application and scholarship information is available online at www.fromthetop.org or www.militarychild.org. Applications and recorded auditions are accepted continuously and on a rolling admissions basis.

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.

CHOICE APPLICATION FOR SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT This offers parents the opportunity to apply at any school in the district on an availability basis only. School Choice students do not receive district pro-vided transportation. Families with questions about the choice program, should contact Carrie or Kristi at (858)577-6633/8625

MCAS MIRAMAR CAREER FAIR - JAN 11 2012 Please join us at the MCAS Miramar Career Fair on 11 JAN 2012 from 1000-1300. Event is located in the Miramar Room. Over 40 employers are sched-uled to attend including Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Sea World, law enforcement agencies, and many more. This event is for all authorized patrons including active duty, regardless of their estimated separation date. It doesn't hurt to see what's out there and start preparing for that even-tual day they retire or separate from the Corps. For flyer, visit: http://www.mccsmiramar.com/pdfs/CareerFair2012.pdf.

WORK IT OUT! JANUARY 12, 2012 With the holiday season in full swing, many of us have done our fair share of shopping, cooking, eating, and drinking. The holiday season is packed with cheer, but it can also be full of stress. Taking care of yourself well - with exercise, a healthy diet, and plenty of sleep - is key for coping with the chaos. Hectic schedules - coupled with cooler temperatures and fewer daylight hours - prompt many to throw their fitness routine to the curb until after the holidays. Readiness & Deployment Support teamed up with Semper Fit to help jump start your new year and leave behind the stress of the holidays. Join us for Work It Out on January 12, 2012 from 1830-2030. Childcare is available if you register by January 5. Please include the following informa-

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MOAA/BLUE STAR FAMILIES' FREE MILSPOUSE SUMMIT-SAN DIEGO (SEE FLYER ON PG 9) Military Officers Association of America and Blue Star Families, are co-hosting a free Military Spouse Symposium on January 26 in San Diego. For more info and to register please visit the following link: http://www.moaa.org/spousesymposium/.

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2012 MILITARY CHILD OF THE YEAR AWARD Deserving Young Patriots Win $5,000. Op Homefront announced the opening of the 2012 Military Child of the Year Award nomination period. The award will be given to an outstanding military child from each Service. Winners, who each will receive $5,000, will be flown with parent/guardian to Wash, D.C., for special recognition ceremony on Apr 5, 2012. Nominations are being accepted online until Jan 15, 2012 at www.OperationHomefront.net/MCOY. Candidates for the Military Child of the Year Award demonstrate resilience and strength of character, and thrive in the face of the challenges of military life. They demonstrate leadership within their families and within their communities. “The sons and daughters of America’s service members learn what patriotism is at a very young age,” said Jim Knotts, chief executive officer, Operation Homefront. “Children in military families understand sacri-fice and live with the concept of service. This is what the Military Child of the Year Award honors.” Nominees must: • Must have valid military ID or currently be enrolled in DEERS, • Must be between the ages of 8-18, • Must be able to travel to Wash, D.C., for the ceremony on Apr 5, 2012. Finalists must have a background check to confirm the info provided in the nomination and must provide references. Recipients of the 2011 awards are profiled in the book “Our Youngest Heroes,” available through Amazon.com. More information is available at http://www.operationhomefront.net/.

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. FOR MARINES, 19 JAN 2012, 1200-1630, BLDG 2273, L.I.N.K.S. HOUSE L.I.N.K.S. FOR SPOUSES, 21 JAN 2012, 0900-1600, BLDG 2273, L.I.N.K.S. HOUSE L.I.N.K.S. FOR KIDS, 21 JAN 2012, 0900-1300, BLDG 2700, YOUTH CENTER

STATE VA EDUCATION BENEFITS Veterans Benefits offered by different States (and one territory) Several PowerPoint Presentations on GI Bill Benefits. Post 9/11 GI Bill Info, including electing to take Post 9/11 over Montgomery VBA 22-1990, Application for Education Benefits (also used for electing Post 9/11) https://sites.google.com/site/cpedcenterdocuments/veterans-information

HIKE - HEART OF THE CITY Discover San Marcos Parks & Trails, Sat, Jan 7 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. This easy, 4-mile hike will follow the rail trail east and visit Hollandia and Mul-berry Parks. Cost is FREE and no RSVP is required. Meet at the outdoor hearth at the Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos (across from the library). For more info contact 760-744-9000 x3508 or visit http://www.san-marcos.net/index.aspx?page=17&recordid=918.

NATE’S POINT; A DOG PARK WITHIN BALBOA PARK Open to the public year round. This off-leash area is located on Balboa Park’s West Mesa, south of El Prado / Laurel Street and east of Balboa Drive. It is approximately 2.3 acres and completely fenced with amenities that include a drinking fountain and picnic tables. Named for former San Diego city employee Nate Wells, the space has been used as a dog park since 1996. For more info visit http://www.balboapark.org/in-the-park/nates-point.

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SUNSET CLIFFS NATURAL PARK Open to the public year round. Dedicated in 1983, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park is a 68-acre resource based park stretching along the Pacific Ocean bor-dering the western edge of Point Loma. The 18-acre linear section of the park lies to the west of Sunset Cliffs Blvd. between Adair and Ladera Streets. The 50-acre hillside section, a designated multiple species conservation area, links to the 640-acre Point Loma Ecological Reserve beginning at the Navy property to the south. The Park's topography includes intricately carved coastal bluffs, arches and sea caves. It affords inspiring panoramic ocean views. From the cliffs, the California Gray Whale can be seen migrating annually from the Bering Sea to Baja California. For info visit http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and recreation/parks/shoreline/sunset.shtml.

KETTNER NIGHTS IN LITTLE ITALY NORTH Beginning January 13 and held the second Friday of every other month from 6:00pm to 9:00pm; Kettner Nights in Little Italy North has become the place to be for the arts and design crowds. In Little Italy North; the art has as much flavor as the espresso and tantalizing marinara. The Art and Design District of San Diego’s Little Italy was modeled after New York City’s trendy SoHo and Chelsea districts; offering art-lovers and design patrons diverse resources. Come explore this ever-growing distinctive neighborhood with a walk filled with art, design and antiques on Kettner Boulevard and India Street from Grape to Laurel Streets. For more info visit http://www.littleitalysd.com/events/kettner-nights/.

HERO’S SALUTE PROGRAM- FREE ADMISSION TO SEA WORLD SAN DIEGO Sea World San Diego is showing support to military service members and their families. Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman is entitled to free admission, one time, under the Here's to the Heroes program. For more information, Please visit http://www.herosalute.com/cavatx/overview.html.

SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM SMP Monster Jam Trip - ONLY $20! Price includes: Ticket, Pit Pass and Transportation. TRIP REQUIREMENT; The trip waiver must be completed PRIOR TO SIGNING UP (CONTACT YOUR FRO FOR WAIVER). Sat, 21 Jan, 1600-2330. Meet and Return to The Great Escape. Full Payment and Trip Waiver due by 1300 Fri, 13 Jan. The trip waiver must be completed and turned in when signing up at The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305 after 1100

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 sign-ing up at The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305 after 1100.

SMP January Monthly Meeting - Wed, 11 Jan 2012, 1100-1300. Main Chow Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend. The cost for lunch is $4.25 (Cash Only). Meet on the back patio of the Chow Hall. All Reps are required to bring your SMP Binders and have them complete and up-to-date. Contact the SMP office at (858) 577-6283 for more info.

PE/Fitness Challenge - Fri, Jan 27th, Who: MCAS Miramar SINGLE Service Members and Geo-Bachelors (40 Volunteers needed! Transportation is pro-vided (No POV’s). What: Standley Middle School – All day PE/Fitness Challenge with sixth through eighth grade students. When: Friday, January 27th Time: 0630-1730, Meet: 0630 (IMPORTANT - Please be prompt) at The Great Escape, Bldg 5305. **Before arriving please eat breakfast.** Dress Attire: Boots and Utes (plain skivi shirt ONLY - NO logos or rank insignia) **Uniform authorized by SgtMaj Jenness, Base SgtMaj** Receive: A Letter of Appreciation (LOA) and a lunch. **If you are a SINGLE Service Member or Geo-Bachelor volunteering for this event, you MUST print volunteer waiver of liability and hold harmless (get it from your FRO) and turn in the completed forms to the SMP Office at The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305 by 1500 on Wednesday, January 18th. (emailed, faxed, and scanned waivers will not be accepted). Questions or problems regarding the volunteer op-portunity up to the time of the event, contact: SMP President/Volunteer Rep Cpl Kyle Kakouris at (314) 288-9110 or kyle.kakouris@usmc.mil

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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. FOOTBALL— Catch NCAA and NFL football action on the big screen all week in The Great Escape.

SAN DIEGO ARMED SERVICES YMCA: VOLUNTEER: Active Duty can have fun with us at our Military Volunteer Program, check out our January ASY Military Volunteer Calendar http://militaryymca.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=4d32493f5a&e=ce7228e8f2.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (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.

SEMPER FIT ATHLETICS MCAS MIRAMAR Recreational Evening Basketball League - Registration Deadline: Tuesday, 17 January. League Starts: Tuesday, 24 January. Days: Tuesday Eve-nings. Game Times: 1700, 1800, 1900. Limited to the first six teams that register. Intramural Winter Basketball League - Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 25 January, League Starts: Wednesday, 1 February, Game Days Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, Game Times: 1115 & 1215 Intramural Winter 11 vs. 11 Soccer League - Registration Deadline: Thursday, 26 January, League Starts: Thursday, 2 February, Game Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Game Times: 1115 & 1215 For more info, contact Todd Howard, MCCS, Semper Fit Athletics at 858-577-1202.

BOB HOPE THEATER *Indicates Last Showing, Theater closed Monday and Tuesdays for info call 858-577-4142. Fri. Jan 6: Jack and Jill (PG) 6:30 p.m. Immortals (Not 3D) (R) 9:00 p.m. Sat. Jan 7: Swap Meet 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Happy Feet 2 (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn (Part 1) (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sun. Jan 8: *Tower Heist (PG-13) 1:00 p.m. *The Rum Diary (R) 6:30 p.m. Mon, Jan 9: FREE Admission: iCarly Screening and Cast Q&A Session (G) 6 p.m. Wed, Jan 11: Arthur Christmas (PG) 6:30 p.m. Thurs, Jan 12: Happy Feet 2 (Not 3D) (PG) 2:00 p.m. J. Edgar (R) 6:30 p.m. Fri, Jan 13: Happy Feet 2 (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn (Part 1) (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sat, Jan 14: The Muppets (PG) 6:30 p.m. Jack and Jill (PG) 9:00 p.m. Sun, Jan 15: *Jack and Jill (PG) 1:00 p.m. *Immortals (Not 3D) (R) 6:30 p.m.

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MCCS HAPPENINGS Fri, Jan 6 -Wine Lover’s Night, Officers’ Club, 5 - 7 p.m., Great Wine Specials and FREE Appetizers, 858-577-4808 Mon, Jan 9 -Intramural Flag Football Tournament, Tues, Wed & Thurs, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., 858-577-1202 -Real Colors, 1 – 3 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 to register *iCarly Screening and Cast Q&A Session, 6 p.m., Doors at 5 p.m., Bob Hope Theater, 858-577-6365 Tues, Jan 10 *Tobacco Cessation Class (1 of 3), 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Semper Fit Center, 858-577-1331 Jan 10 – Feb 14 -Introduction to TRX Fitness, Tues from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Bldg 2525, 858-577-4129 to register Wed, Jan 11 *Career Resource Center, CAREER FAIR, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., The HUB Room 177, 858-577-6710 Thurs, Jan 12 -Anger Management II, 1 – 3 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 to register -Beyond the Brief: Work It Out, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Semper Fit Center, 577-7993 to register Fri, Jan 13 -Crabfest, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., Officers’ Club, 858-577-4808 for reservations

MWR This Week, January 5 - 12, 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: * Practice, Play & BBQ Saturdays at the NBSD Golf Performance Center - page 1 * Vehicle Lien Sale (Jan 23), Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration (Jan 12) and Pierside on the Point Special Events - page 2 * Sea N' Air Lanes, NASNI, Renovation is COMPLETE, Leagues and Classes - page 3 * A Regional Catering Fair (Feb 2), Sunday Brunch and other lunch specials - page 4 * Admiral Baker's North Course is Worth the Wait! and Metro Golf info - page 5-6 * Liberty Events, Trips, Big Bear Snow Days Trip (Jan 27-29) and so much more! - page 7-11 * Outdoor Adventure and Gear Rental, NBSD ReSale Car Lot - page 12 * Sailing and SCUBA Classes - page 13 * 18th Annual Polar Bear Swim (Feb 3), Water Aerobics, FREE Second-Class Swim Qualification Readiness Class and more - page 14 * Youth Events, Basketball League, Family Tennis, Cheer and more - page 15 * School Liaison Youth Sponsorship Program - page 16 * What's Happening at the Fleet & Family Support Centers - page 17-18 * San Diego Military Housing - page 19 * MWR Sports Calendars and New Year's Aerobathon (Jan 25) - page 20 * Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 5K Run/1-Mile Walk (Jan 11), Command Flipping & Dragging Challenge (Jan 25), Presidents' Day Softball Tournament (Feb 18) and more - page 21 * FREE and Discount Amusement Park Offers - page 22-28 * FREE MWR Movies - page 30-32

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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**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.