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www.torii.army.milVOL. 39, NO. 33August 25, 2011

INSIDE the TORII2 News 4 Calendar

5 Community6 Classifieds

7 Sports8 Travel

Photo by Dustin Perry

Owning the stage(From left): American Idol alums Jimmie Allen, Jovany Barreto, Colin Benward and John Wayne Schulz perform Aug. 17 at the Community Activity Center here dur-ing the “Idols of America” concert tour that included stops at several military installations in Japan. Seven Idols of America members took part in the tour, which was coordinated by Armed Forces Entertainment and included a meet-and-greet session at the Camp Zama Exchange. For more on this story, see Page 5.

35th CSSB Soldiers lend support to exerciseBy Dustin PerryTorii Editor

A military training exercise being held in part at Sagami General Depot is receiv-ing extensive support from a unit that is headquartered there, allowing its Soldiers the chance to hone their respective skill sets, the support operations officer said.

Approximately 300 personnel are par-ticipating in Ulchi-Freedom Guardian, a two-week scenario-based exercise that began on Aug. 15 and will conclude Friday, and the 35th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion has thus far succeeded in their task of providing “seamless logistics sup-

port” to the operation, said Maj. Brandon Ungetheim.

“The Soldiers of 35th CSSB have had a solid role in being able to provide the life support to the participants here, while also being able to constantly hone their skill sets within their [military occupational specialty],” said Ungetheim. “This is a good exercise to continue to refresh those skill sets that we have to continually do to support other exercises.”

The bulk of operations during the ex-ercise are being conducted at Depot’s new Mission Command Training Center, which opened its doors earlier this month. One of the 35th CSSB’s major support roles

includes operating the mayor cell, which Ungetheim describes as a “synchroniza-tion hub” where information related to the exercise is fed to every participant. The unit also gives incoming briefings to all exercise personnel, provides or coordinates all nec-essary transportation, and arranges lodging for those not locally assigned here.

Perhaps one of the most critical assets to keeping the Soldiers sustained during the exercise is the on-site field kitchen, where meals are prepared and served twice daily by a staff of six food-service augmentees from Okinawa.

The multi-tented facility includes sepa-rate stations for food preparation and utensil

sanitation; a self-serve line where diners can get their fruit, salad, pastries and drinks; a Mobile Kitchen Trailer where the hot food is served; and a 120-capacity dining tent.

“You’re not going to see anything like this anywhere else in the Army,” said Shift Leader Sgt. Melvin Jennings, assigned to 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery, in Okinawa. “We feel like we’re the best of the best, and we’re going to push to make that happen.”

Adapting to working in a field kitchen versus a dining facility takes ingenuity, Jennings said, and taking part in the UFG

See 35TH CSSB, Page 2

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Zama Briefs

Driving remindersAll DoD cardholders and master labor

contract employees must comply with the following regulations when driving on U.S. military installations in Japan:

• Bicycle riders must wear an approved helmet with the chin strap fastened at all times. Riders must comply with traffic regulations, which include stopping at stop signs and yielding the right-of-way when required.

• The use of headphones or earphones while driving, walking, jogging, skating or bicycling on installation roads and streets is prohibited.

• Operators of two-wheeled cycles propelled by a motor must wear the required personal protection equipment as follows: Riders will wear helmets that are properly fastened under the chin, and the helmet must meet approved safety standards, which can be identified by locating the certification tag within the helmet shell.

• Riders will wear shatter-resistant goggles or a full face shield that is properly attached to the helmet. The windscreen alone does not meet the proper eye protection requirement.

• Riders will wear a long-sleeve shirt or jacket, full-length trousers and full-fingered gloves or mittens. Leather boots or over-the-ankle shoes must be worn. A brightly colored outer garment must be worn during the day and a reflective upper garment must be worn at night and during times of reduced visibility.

• All motor vehicle operators must wear a seatbelt.

• Refrain from drinking heavily the night before your work day. Remember that one alcoholic beverage will render the average-sized individual legally drunk under Japanese law.

• All drivers must come to a full and complete stop at yield and stop signs when crossing traffic is present.

Camp Zama food court changes its hours

Effective Sept. 1, the Exchange food court on Camp Zama will be changing its hours. The new hours for the restaurants will be:

• Anthony’s Pizza/Popeye’s: Monday through Saturday - 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday - 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

• Burger King: Monday thorough Friday - 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday - 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sunday - 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

• Subway: Monday through Saturday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday - 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response ProgramThose aware of a sexual assault should report it immediately. It is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and other federal and local civilian laws. USAG-J Camp Zama Sexual Assault Hotline: 882# or 090-9395-8909 (24/7 response). USAG-J Torii Station: 090-6861-8042. Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program website: http://www.sexualassault.army.mil.

YOKOHAMA NORTH DOCK – Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jesus Gonzalez-Borjas, left, a marine maintenance officer assigned to the Army Field Support Battalion – Northeast Asia, gives a briefing aboard a Landing Craft Utility 2000 vessel to distinguished guests, including Col. Takeshi Ishimaru, far right, commander of the 4th Engineer Group, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, prior to the group’s attendance at the annual Kanagawa Shinbun Fireworks Festival on Aug. 17.

Photo by Tetsuo Nakahara

35TH CSSB, from Page 1

exercise has given him and his staff the platform on which to enhance their profes-sional horizons.

“It’s awesome to provide this service to the military,” said Jennings. “Anything can happen out here; this gives the chance for us to be a part of this exercise and really hone our skills.”

Also available near the exercise site is a 24-hour recreation facility where exercise participants have access to wireless Internet, phones, TV, movies, video games, board games and books. The intent is to provide the Soldiers with common comforts from home and allow them the opportunity to unwind after the day’s operations, said the noncommissioned officer in charge of the facility.

“We want to make sure the Soldiers are able to reach out and touch the outside world while taking part in this exercise,” said Sgt. Angela Hayden. “It makes me feel good to see that Soldiers of all ranks are able to use what we have. This is well worth it. It provides a lot for them to unwind.”

The 35th CSSB will provide annual sup-port for the exercise as long as it continues, said Ungetheim.

“We’re making sure that whatever we’re providing is first-class and that the exercise participants get what they need to think of UFG as a good experience.”

(Right): Sgt. Melvin Jennings, shift leader for the field kitchen at Sagami General Depot, prepares dinner Aug. 16 for Sol-diers participating in the Ulchi-Freedom Guardian exercise. Jennings and five other Soldiers from Okinawa assisted the 35th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion in supporting the exercise. (Photo by Dustin Perry)

Shipshape

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Sound Off!

Do you have a concern or an issue on your mind? Are you seeking a channel for your voice to be heard? Look no further. The Torii Newspaper welcomes all letters regarding issues or concerns involving the Camp Zama community as a whole. Critical letters should offer suggestions for resolutions as applicable. Letters or e-mails must be signed, but names will be withheld in publication upon request. The Torii Newspaper will protect the names of its sources if they so desire.

Letters may be edited for content and length according to the Associated Press Stylebook and the Torii Style Guide.If you would like to have your voice heard in the Torii Newspaper, e-mail your letters to the deputy PAO at dustin.perry@us.army.mil, or send by regular mail to:

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This Army-funded newspaper is an authorized publication for the members of the Army community in Japan in accordance with Army Regulation 360-1. Contents of the TORII are not necessarily the official view of, or endorsement by, the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, Department of the Army or the U.S. Army Garrison Japan command. It is published weekly by the TORII staff of the USAG-J HNR/Public Affairs office, APO, AP 96343-0054, phone 315-263-5978.

This publication, with a weekly circulation of 2,000, is printed by Pacific Stars and Stripes, Tokyo. All photos are U.S. Army photographs unless otherwise indicated. The newspaper uses military news services including American Forces Press Service and Army News Service.

Story and photo submissions not pertaining to commercial advertising may be sent to the USAG-J HNR/PAO TORII Office at least two weeks prior to the desired publication date. The TORII is distributed every Thursday. Submissions may be e-mailed to the editor at dustin.perry@us.army.mil. The editor reserves the right not to publish submissions not in accordance with Army Public Affairs regulations and standard operating procedures. Editorial offices are located in room A-208, Bldg. 102, South Camp Zama, Japan.

T RII Newspaper Commanding General: Maj. Gen. Michael T. Harrison Sr.Garrison Commander: Col. Eric D. TilleyActing Garrison Public Affairs Officer: Dustin PerryEditor: Dustin PerryStaff Writer: Tetsuo NakaharaDeputy Okinawa Bureau Chief: Lauren Hall

83rd Ordnance Bn. conducts port ops in support of JSDF

Shipping and Receiving:HIRO DEPOT, Okinawa – Soldiers

assigned to the 83rd Ordnance Battalion conducted port operations in support of Japan Self-Defense Forces last month, ship-ping 25 containers to the U.S. to be used during training exercises in Washington and New Mexico.

Immediately following the shipment, the 83rd Ordnance Bn. continued port opera-tions in support of the Turbo Containerized Ammunition Distribution System later that

By 2nd Lt. Kristi McNair83rd Ordnance Battalion

month. The unit’s role in the large-scale operation included loading more than 200 containers at two of the battalion’s depots on Honshu, Japan, and more than 100 containers from the battalion’s depot on Okinawa. The containers were also shipped to the U.S.

During the mission, the unit also received 20 containers in Honshu and 30 in Okinawa. The joint effort between the Army, Japanese forces and American employees guaranteed the safe and efficient execution of the mis-sion, despite the challenges posed by Ty-phoon Ma-on, unit representatives said.

Staff Sgt. Keith Taylor, right, movements supervisor, assists 83rd Ordnance Bat-talion employees in preparing to move containers of ammunition for the Japan Self-Defense Force during port operations at Hiro Depot last month. The containers were shipped to the U.S. for training exercises in Washington and New Mexico.

Photos by 2nd Lt. Kristi McNairLt. Col. James Hooper, right, commander of the 83rd Ordnance Battalion, is briefed on port operations by Yasuo Tsukiyama, deputy support operations officer.

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Community Calendar

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UpcomingOngoing EventsJob and Career Fair

A joint Job and Career Fair is scheduled to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Yokota Air Base’s Airman and Family Readiness Center. The event is open to all Status of Forces Agreement personnel and family members. Employment representatives from the Exchange, MWR, Civilian Personnel Offices and other organizations are scheduled to be at the fair. Bus transportation to the event will leave from Camp Zama’s ACS (Bldg. 402) at 8 a.m., and will depart Yokota at 2 p.m. For more information, email Mark Daybell at mark.daybell@us.army.mil or call 263-8091.

Hispanic Heritage MonthHispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 through Oct. 15,

and Camp Zama will be offering a variety of activities and events in recognition of the observance.

• A talent contest is scheduled to be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday and 5 to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 2 at the Community Activity Center. Come out and try for a chance to perform your talent during the Sept. 28 observance (See below).

• A children’s essay contest is also being held. All children 18 years old and younger are eligible to participate. Entrants write a brief essay summarizing Hispanic Heritage and its importance to them. Prizes will be awarded. Entries are due to Staff Sgt. Makeba Jahnke by Sept. 15. For more information, call 263-5637.

• A Hispanic-themed book-reading and arts and crafts workshop is scheduled to be held from 2 p.m. on Sept. 17 and 24, and Oct. 1 and 8 at the Camp Zama Library.

• A nighttime Hispanic celebration for adults is scheduled to be held Sept. 24 at the Camp Zama Community Club. The event will feature Hispanic music and dancing.

• Finally, the Hispanic Heritage Month observance is scheduled to be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sept. 28 at the Community Activity Center. The event will include a guest speaker, presentations on Hispanic culture, a performance by the talent contest winner, and Hispanic-themed food and beverages.

Energy-saving noticeDue to the current state of emergency and the limited

electrical power generation capability across Japan, the following measures will be implemented immediately:

1. Turn off all unnecessary lights, especially in office spaces, classrooms and conference rooms, and turn down all remaining individual lighting levels where possible.

2. Turn off Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems. If shutdown is not possible during this heating season, turn thermostats down to 68 degrees or be-low. Reduce settings to 55 degrees at the end of the day.

3. Turn off all appliances when not in use.4. Maximize use of natural ventilation where feasible

and dress appropriately to maximize individual comfort.5. Clean or replace your air-conditioner filters.6. Maximize use of day-lighting in work areas an class-

rooms (use of sunlight in lieu of conventional power).7. Set computers, monitors, printers, copiers, and other

business equipment to their energy-saving modes, and turn them off if not in use and at the end of the day or as instructed by the 78th Signal Battalion.

8. Minimize energy usage during peak demand hours from 5 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. The major peaks occur from noon to 6 p.m. during normal work and school hours. The energy use during this period can be reduced by “load shedding,” thereby reducing the demand at the time the Garrison needs it the most.

9. Use laptop computers (preferably on battery power when possible). They consume 90 percent less energy than standard computers.

10. If possible, do not make photocopies or print docu-ments, and conduct all business electronically. Use e-mail instead of sending memorandums and faxing documents.

11. Limit the use of your vehicle. If vehicles will be used, implement carpooling and plan your trips accordingly. Use the public mass transportation system when available.

Post-Combat Stress SupportA support group to assist those experiencing symptoms

of post-combat stress is offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Army Community Service.

International Beer Competition @ YEBISU Garden Place, Tokyo Aug. 27

Awa Odori Dance Performance Festival @ JR Chuo-Line Koenji Station area, Tokyo, Aug. 27-28* Awa odori is originated in Tokushima Pref. on the Shikoku Island. It’s one of the greatest bon-dance performances in Japan and have been performed for over 400 years. More than 10,000 people will dance on the street, with up-beat music played by Japanese instruments. Women wear yukata and dance in formation. Men wear happi coats and tabi socks, and dance with more freedom. Everyone keeps their hands and arms above their shoulders.

Anime Trade and Game Show “Chara-Hobby 2011” @ Makuhari Messe Aug. 27-28http://www.asahi.com/english/TKY201105190187.html The View of “Diamond Fuji” @ Shougasaki Kaigan Beach, Kanagawa, Sep. 2-3* Diamond Fuji is one of the most magnificent view of Mt. Fuji that happens when sunset sits exactly on top of Mt. Fuji, sparkling like a diamond.

Tokyo Game Show 2011 @ Makuhari Messe, Sep. 17-18http://tgs.cesa.or.jp/index.html

Fall & Winter Escapade Toursinformation will be available

For more information: ☎ 263-5273/4059

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Super Deals! Enjoy your shopping!Super Deals! Enjoy your shopping!

For more information : ☎ 263-5316For more information : ☎ 263-5316

FURNITURE, ARTS & PICTURES, JEWELRY, TOYS,ANTIQUES, NOVELTIES, SOUVENIRS ...

FURNITURE, ARTS & PICTURES, JEWELRY, TOYS,ANTIQUES, NOVELTIES, SOUVENIRS ...

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Spiritual/Cultural Orientation TourOpen to all Soldiers, DACs, and Family members

Sign-up at the USAG-J Chaplain’s Office For details call 263-4898

16 September 2011Friday: 0730 - 1600

Visit two Buddhist sites: Diabutsu (the Great Buddha) and Hase Kannon Temple

Then see Hachiman-gu Shrine (the main Shinto shrine of Kamakura)

There will be plenty of time for lunch and shopping!!Bring yen for lunch, admission fee and souvenirs

Learn about some of the culture of Japan and Zen Buddhism & Shintoism

Due to an extensive number of stairs to climb, not recommended for children under three or people with physical limitations.

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The way they brought down the house during their rendition of Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing” would have made for a stellar finale, but the “Idols of America” were far from done entertaining the ecstatic Camp Zama crowd.

The seven former contestants from American Idol, the hugely popular televised singing competition, were at the Community Activity Center here Aug. 17 for a two-hour concert as part of a three-week tour of mili-tary installations in the Pacific.

Backed by a live four-piece band, the performers tackled an eclectic set list of classic and contemporary favorites in the pop, rock and country genres, as well as Top 40 smashes from past AI winners like Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood.

The intent of the concerts was to “bring a little piece of America” to the servicemem-bers and their families as a show of thanks for everything the military communities in service of freedom in the U.S., said the tour manager.

“It’s the least they can do for the Sol-diers,” said Earl Cole of the seven Idols. “American Idol is still the No. 1 show in America, and the fact that we can bring that to audiences here is an honor.”

Performances ranged from solo outings, such as AI season 10 finalist John Wayne Schulz’s rendition of the Toby Keith ballad “American Soldier,” to rousing group num-bers, including the Idols’ take on the infec-tious Cee Lo Green hit “Forget You.”

Audience participation was constantly encouraged by the Idols, and the crowd was most eager when season 10 alum Ta-Tynisa Wilson asked, “Are there any Justin Bieber fans in the house?” A wave of young girls’ shrieks erupted in the auditorium, and Wilson roamed the seats as she sang a ballad version of the teen sensation’s hit “Baby” while enlisting help to sing the ubiquitous chorus.

All the World’s a StageBy dustin PerryTorii Editor

‘Idols of America’ perform for Camp Zama crowd

Photos by Dustin PerrySeven former American Idol contestants perform Aug. 17 at the Community Activity Center here as part an “Idols of America” tour of military installations in the Pacific. The Idols also met with fans to sign autographs and pose for photos.

Rachel Zevita, wearing a spiky fur jacket, sings Lady Gaga’s hit “Poker Face” dur-ing the “Idols of America” concert.

Throughout the concert, the Idols – also included were Jimmie Allen, Jovany Bar-reto, Colin Benward, Janell Wheeler and Rachel Zevita – reiterated their appreciation for the military crowd and dedicated many of the night’s songs to them. This was the first time for each of the performers to visit Japan and, as season nine finalist Wheeler said, “It’s been a blessing to be here.”

“It’s just been a really big eye-opener, and it just makes you feel good in your heart,” said Wheeler. “I personally have learned so much about military life, speaking to these wives and mothers, fathers, children and families abroad … it’s been really, really heartwarming.”

The military audiences she and the Idols played for during the tour were some of the best in their careers, said Wheeler, who added that the crowds at Air Force and Navy installations like Yokosuka, Sasebo, Yokota, Misawa and Atsugi were “so open and giv-ing and polite and encouraging.”

“There’s nothing like the military; the men and women are amazing,” said Wheel-er. “Every base was special in its own way, and every audience was welcoming.”

Season 10 finalist Allen said being able to meet with fans during autograph and photo sessions before and after the concert helped to enhance the group’s performance and al-lowed them to connect to their audiences.

“It’s cool to sing for a lot of people back in the states, but to come here and meet the people who are actually flying the planes and the helicopters and doing whatever they have to do to protect us, you can’t really describe that feeling,” said Allen. “Being able to hang out with [the fans], day in and day out, made everything come together better on the stage.”

The Idols’ tour concluded Saturday with a concert during Atsugi’s Bon Odori Fes-tival. Cole echoed the group’s assertions, saying the lively military crowds were essential in making the series of concerts

a huge success.“I definitely think the brand of American

Idol helps bring people out,” said Cole, “but I think just entertainment, period – bringing something American here, so far away – that brings them out, as well.”

The Idols of America concert tour was arranged and coordinated by Armed Forces Entertainment and Camp Zama’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation.

John Wayne Schulz, a season 10 Ameri-can Idol finalist, sings onstage at the Community Activity Center here.

“There’s nothing like the military; the men and women are amazing. Every base

was special in its own way, and every audience was welcoming.”

– Janell Wheeler“Idols of America” member

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saturday3 p.m..............Mr. Popper’s Penguins (PG) 95 minutes6 p.m....................Green Lantern (PG-13) 105 minutes9 p.m......................Final Destination 5 (R) 86 minutes

sunday12 p.m............................Soul Surfer (PG) 105 minutes3 p.m..............Mr. Popper’s Penguins (PG) 95 minutes6 p.m......................Final Destination 5 (R) 86 minutes

friday7 p.m...........................Monte Carlo (PG) 109 minutes 9:30 p.m...........................Bad Teacher (R) 89 minutes

saturday4 p.m...............................Zookeeper (PG) 104 minutes7 p.m....................Green Lantern (PG-13) 105 minutes9:30 p.m......................Horrible Bosses (R) 93 minutes

sunday3 p.m...............................Zookeeper (PG) 104 minutes5:30 p.m..................Larry Crowne (PG-13) 99 minutes8 p.m...Transformers: Dark of the Moon (PG-13) 154 minutes

Classified ads not pertaining to commercial profit are free to military personnel, DA Civilians, Family members and MLC/IHA employees. Ads should be 20 words or less with non-workplace E-mail or phone numbers listed. To submit a classified ad, E-mail tetsuo.nakahara4@us.army.mil. However, the Torii Newspaper reserves the right not to publish inappropriate advertisements. Deadline is no later than noon Mondays. Military community classified ads can also be placed for free on a commercial Web site at www.mymilitaryclassifieds.com/xzclf/162_Camp_Zama_ARMY_/.

Appropriated Fund (APF) and Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) job announcements and application instructions are available at http://cpol.army.mil. For questions regarding APF vacancies, please call 263-3755. NAF MWR job announcements and required forms are also available at http://www.usarj.army.mil/information/zama/employ.htm. For questions regarding NAF vacancies, please call 263-5800.

Non-appropriated fund Pacific Stars & Stripes job announcements are available online at http://cpol.army.mil. For more information, call the Job Information Center at 229-3163.

Japanese national position vacancies are posted on the Internet at http://www.usagj.jp.pac.army.mil/ima/sites/jeso/rp_jjobs_list_j.asp. Application forms are available on the same site. Selection status can also be checked. For more information, call 263-3325.

Jobs

Others

WantedOther local positions

Pets

ATTENTION

animal adoption: Dogs and cats are available for adoption at the Camp Zama Veterinary Clinic. For more information, call 263-3875.

animal Rescue:A small animal rescue NPO is asking for any dog & cat supplies, food, usedkennels for donation. For details, please call Meg at 263-8327 or e-mail to animalrescuezama@gmail.com

Child and Youth Program assistant (level 2-4), (CYS, Zama & SHA), CY-1/2, RFT/RPT, $9.59 - $17.09, Open Continuous

Recreation assistant (lifeguard), RD, NF-02, Flex, $9.29, Closes: November 30, 2011

Recreation assistant (lifeguard/Pool operator), RD, NF-02, RFT, $9.29, Closes: November 30, 2011

Project/Task Manager: General Dynamics Information Technology is looking for a Project Manager at Camp Zama. Candidates must be a graduate of a military command and staff college or higher and have experience with the U.S. Army doctrine, organization, and procedures. Apply by sending a cover letter and resume to asdjobs@gdit.com with “Camp Zama” in the subject line. General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Camp Zama WIC Overseas office has a PT position for Nutritionist/Dietitian/Nurse/Home Economist/Physician Assistant.Requires B.S. in Nutrition, Dietetics or Home Economics, or BSN in Nursing with some experience in prenatal, maternal or infant nutrition. Experience with WIC desirable. Must have current Driver’s License. Must be U.S. citizen. For consideration, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to: wicoverseasjobs@choctawarchiving.com or fax to: (210)525-1398. Choctaw Contracting Services, a rapidly growing provider of health, social, mental health, and administrative services, will reward your efforts with an attractive salary and benefits package.

Watch care workers and musicians: Opportunity for Extra Income. Camp Zama Garrison Chaplain’s Office is taking contract applications for watch care workers and musicians. Applications are available at the Camp

Zama Chapel. Please contact SSG Howard F. Thompson (263-8064) or Ms. Nobuko Motegi (263-4898). Deadline Date: 31 August 2011

administrative assistant: Girl Scouts is seeking a skilled office professional to support Girl Scout Overseas West-Pacific at Camp Zama. Excellent computer and communication skills a must. This regular part-time position (25-30) hours per week is available June 15. Send cover letter and resume to Westpacificgirlscouts@gmail.com

anti-Terrorism/force Protection instructors wanted. Positions are available with Firearms Academy of Hawaii, Inc. Duties include instruction of marksmanship, watch standing and tactical team movements. Position location is Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan. Marksmanship instructor experience is a must. Tactical team movement experience is desired. Qualified candidates may call Christopher at 243-6171 or send resume to yeagleycj@yahoo.com.

Pharmacist, intermittent (240 hours): Provides pharmacist services for outpatient pharmacy at MEDDAC-Japan, Camp Zama. Must have A degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school in the United States or Canada. This is a contract positions open to SOFA status applicants. Resumes may be sent to Yoshiyasu.Aoki@us.army.mil. ALL applicants shall register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) at www.ccr.gov.

substitute teachers: Zama American High/Middle School are currently accepting applications for substitute teachers. U.S. citizenship and a high school diploma or GED are required. For more information or any questions, please call 263-4005.

Due to the recent contract with Allied Telesis, residential phone numbers with 263- and 267- prefixes have changed. If you are currently running a classified ad in the Torii that lists an out-of-date residential number as a point of contact and would like to change it to your new extension, send an e-mail to tetsuo.nakahara4@us.army.mil with the updated phone number. The Torii staff will work to ensure these changes are reflected in future issues of the publication.

Pet sitting: available around Zama & SHA area. An experienced pet owner. Will walk, feed, and play with dogs or cats while at work or on vacation. $20 a day. sasha-yuri@hotmail.com, 090-8947-4307

Give Hope Nippon: T-shirts designed to raise money for the victims of the earthquake/tsunami. 100% of the profits will go to the Lions Club International. Please visit the website http://givehopenippon.org/index.html and/or like the facebook page “Give Hope Nippon” and like the page!

Cub scout Pack 34: Cub Scouts Pack 34 meets

football Coaching: Volunteer Assistant Football Coaches are being sought for Zama High School. Interested individuals should consider their availability for daily after-school practices (1500-1730) as well as spring and preseason practices and games. Coaches meetings begin soon. For more information please contact

Coach Merrell at 263-3181 or steven.merrell@pac.dodea.edu.

Taekwondo instructor: Child Youth & School Services SkiesUnlimited program is looking for a certified ATA Taekwondo instructor. If Interested please Contacted Nicholas Andrews, instructional program specialist, at 263-4125

volunteer at U.s. army Garrison Japan Postal service Center : Volunteer opportunities are available in the USAGJ Postal Service Center, we will provide you with valuable training in Post Office and Unit Mailroom operations. Please contact Army Community Services at 263-8087 for details and assistance on volunteering your services.

english teachers: A small off-post home school(about 200 students) near Sagami Depot. First time teachers welcome! Classes available Mon. – Thu. 1pm to 9pm (No weekends or Fridays!) Call for details. Derek Partington English School, home 042-756-4483; cell 090-3082-4439 or E-mail: partngtn@jcom.home.ne.jp

esl teacher: Seeking ESL teachers for two conversational group classes. One requires travel to Tama and is very accessible by car. Meeting times are the 1st and 3rd Sat. from 10:30 a.m. – noon for one class and Sat. from 3 to 4 p.m. for the second. Pay is ¥7,500 and ¥3,000 per hour respectively. Call 090-549-6725 or e-mail shantee12@yahoo.com.

instructor: Arts and Crafts Center seeks instructors to teach sewing, water color painting, washi paper craft and/or acrylic paint arts. Also looking for contracted framer who has at least three years experience in framing production.For more information, call Nodera-san at 263-4412.

every 2nd Thurs 18:30 Zama Scout Hut Bldg 533. Parents & Single-Soldier Volunteers are welcome. All boys grades 1 - 5 are encouraged to join us for great learning experiences, character building and fun! Contact Cubmaster royfluke@ybb.ne.jp 090-6042-0797.

ZaCsa’s east Meets West shop: located behind the dry cleaners on Camp Zama, carries vintage Japanese items and collectibles. Store hours are every Tuesday and the 2nd and 4th Saturday’s of the month from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Profits from the shop go back to the community in scholarships and welfare grants. For additional information please call 263-5533. Stop on by and check it out.

JaPaNese sPoUse ClUB: Would you like to socialize with other Japanese spouses, learn more about being a military spouse, share your experiences and support with others? If so, please call Meg at 263-8327 or e-mail jsczama@gmail.com for more information.

Rising Sun Lodge 151, F&AM. Stated Meeting 1st Thursday of every month at the Masonic Bldg, Sagami Depot. For more information contact: rsl151@gmail.com; website: risingsunlodge151.com; or call Dave 080-3467-7881.

fUReai, Japanese Personnel Newsletter is issued and distributed electronically. This newsletter is for MLC/MC/IHA personnel and US personnel who have Japanese subordinate employees. It is available at https://intranet.zama.army.mil/?linkid=fureai.

Misc. items: Queen-size bed mattress, very clean and encased in plastic $200; boxspring $150; metal bed frame $50. Oak coffee table $100; oak end table $50; oak TV cabinet with backboard shelves and storage $200. Call 090-7808-6618.

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Labor Day 5K RunCamp Zama’s Labor Day 5K Fun Run is scheduled to be held here Sept. 3 with an 8 a.m. start time. The free event is open to all Camp Zama community members 18 years of age or older and not in high school. Awards will be given to the top two male and female finishers in each age category. The deadline to register is 5 p.m. on Sept. 1 at the Yano Fitness Center issue counter. Commander’s Cup points will be awarded. For more information, call 263-4664.

Sports physicalsArmy Regulation 608-10 requires all youths participating in youth sports programs to complete an annual sports physical and provide a copy as part of their registration. All registrations are completed at the Child and Youth Services’ Parent Central Services in Bldg. 533. To help, PCS staff members are making contact with families 30 days prior to the expiration date of children’s physicals to allow parents time to schedule a current one.

Water aerobicsWater Aerobics classes are from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Yano Fitness Center.

Jacuzzi, steam room, saunaOn Wednesday mornings, the jacuzzi, sauna and steam room are closed for maintenance from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 263-4664 or 263-7980.

Sports photos wantedThe Torii newspaper wants to publish your action sports photos. To showcase your team or your child’s team, e-mail your digital action sports photos less than two weeks old (with captions) in .jpg format of 3 MB or more to tetsuo.naka-hara4@us.army.mil.

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Internal monitoring for radiation is available for Department of Defense-affiliated personnel, including family members, in the Camp Zama community on a voluntary basis for a limited time.Internal monitoring may be scheduled by calling the MEDDAC-Japan appointment line at 263-4175 during regular appointment hours, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays; and 7 to 8 a.m. and noon to 4 p.m. on Thursdays.

The BG Sams U.S. Army Health Clinic is not open 24/7, but our triage line is always available. When calling the clinic at 263-4127, our staff will notify a provider who will call you back. The provider will advise you if you can wait until the clinic opens, or if you need to seek medical care elsewhere.

Host-nation hospitals do not operate in the same manner as in the U.S. Local hospitals do not have to see you when you present at their ER. That is why we want you to call us first. If our provider thinks yours is a medical emer-gency, our provider will engage our EMS staff, including a translator. Please carry an emergency wallet card with information on who to call for medical assistance. These cards are available at the clinic and at various community events such as the community information exchange and Newcomers Medical Morning.

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(From left): Trevor Lau, 9, and Dakotah Baillargeon, 10, practice diving Wednesday at the Yano Fitness Center swim-ming pool during youth swimming lessons hosted by the Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command’s Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Division. Six children from the ages of 6 to 15 are participating in the three-week program. For more information on how to sign up for swimming lessons, call Sports, Fitness and Aquatics at 263-4664.

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DIVE! DIVE!DI VE

TORII STATION, Okinawa – Personnel assigned to the 10th Support Group took part in a diving safety class Aug. 12 at Maeda Point in Okinawa to maintain proficiency and ensure the safety and proper maintenance and usage of their dive equipment.

A dive master from the Torii Scuba Locker participated in the class to answer questions and discuss safety issues and verify the divers’ certifications.

Capt. Lanelle Pickett, who organized the class for the unit, explained the importance of refreshing critical diving safety skills on a quarterly basis.

“The Soldiers enjoy weekend recreation at the beach and in the water,” said Pickett, commander of Headquar-ters and Headquarters Company, 10th SG. “In an effort to promote this kind of recreation safely, I am working to create a periodic class to ensure that Soldiers understand the definition of safe diving.”

Safety preparations for the dive included coordination with the Torii fire chief for first-responder and emergency support. The Torii Scuba Locker also provided an expert to assist in checking gear and ensuring dive safety.

The dive allowed certified divers of all levels to come together and teach, coach and mentor each other. Photos were taken to document the occasion, and an after-action review was prepared to capture the lessons learned and suggested improvements.

This represents the first time Soldiers in Okinawa have participated in such a class.

By Chip Steitz10th Support Group Public Affairs

Photo by Chip SteitzMaj. James Leary checks the regulator for Maj. Trevor Wieck prior to diving at Meada Point, Okinawa.

Photo courtesy of 10th Support GroupDivers assigned to the 10th Support Group in Okinawa explore under the water at Maeda Point, Okinawa, during a diving safety class held there Aug. 12. Twelve Soldiers participated in the first-time class.

Photo courtesy of 10th Support GroupDivers participating in a safety class prepare to descend to the bottom of the ocean.

Photo courtesy of 10th Support GroupMany anemone and fish can be seen in the soft coral in the sea of Okinawa.