MALS-16 FORERUNNER FREEBIES AND FUN

For any questions or concerns on any of the information provided please contact the Family Readiness Officer, Julia Gwynn at 858-577-6399, 858-603-7971 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil.

9 February-15 February

LAST CHANCE FOR DISCOUNTED SUPERCROSS TICKETS Tickets for this event will only be available until close of business on Thursday, February 9th.Military discounts are not available at the venue. Come to the Miramar ITT Office to get your discounted tickets and Free Pit Passes for Supercross now! All tickets include a FREE Pit Pass! VENUE: Qualcomm Stadium SHOW DATES & TIMES: * Saturday, February 11, 2012 | Pit Party 12:30pm | Show Time 7:00pm PRICING: SEATING * Loge 21 * Field 4, 5 ITT 32.50 26.00 GATE 35.00 30.00

MARDI GRAS PARTY -Mardi Gras Party Semper Fit style. February 16 1100-1300 2 hour circuit workout http://www.mccsmiramar.com/pdfs/MaridGrasParty.pdf WANT TO PARTY AT THE GAS LAMP BUT NEED A RIDE!!!! Departing from The Great Escape to Pacific Beach at 2000 and will be picking up at 0130. Sign up by 1900 on the day of the event. Open to all Miramar Active Duty. Contact the SMP at 577-6283 or The Great Escape at 577-6171 for more info. MILITARY FAMILY EVENT This Sunday, 12 February, the Kaleidoscope Center in Mission Viejo is holding a Tribute to Military Families. The family friendly event will feature an iceless skating rink, performances by the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (out of Miramar) and the Cal Elite Contemporary Ballet Company, as well as brief addresses by Frank Ury (the Mayor of Mission Viejo), and Jay Kopelman (one of our board members, USMC retired Lt.Col., author of From Baghdad With Love). Significant discounts will be available for military families (must bring valid military ID) at a variety of restaurants and shops at the center, and a portion of all proceeds generated will be donated to Freedom Is Not Free to provide support to wounded veterans and their families. More details about the event can be found at http://gokaleidoscope.com/f/events.html and http://www.freedomisnotfree.com/special-events/Kaleidoscope_event.php

CHANGES TO IMMENENT DANGER PAY

A new law may affect the pay Marines receive when they are on duty in an imminent danger pay (IDP) area. About 27 locations world-wide have been designated by the Secretary of Defense as IDP areas. The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (NDAA 2012), signed on December 31, 2011, requires we begin prorating IDP so that members are paid for only the actual days they perform duty in an IDP area. Before December 31, members received the full $225 a month even if they performed duty only one day in an IDP area. Now service members will receive $7.50 for each day they are on duty in an IDP area up to the maximum monthly rate of $225. Members who are exposed to a hostile fire or hostile mine explosion event are eligible to receive non-prorated Hostile Fire Pay (HFP) in the full monthly amount of $225. Members cannot receive both IDP and HFP in the same month. The law required proration to begin on December 31, 2011; however, because it took time to publish implementing guidance and ready pay systems, we were not ready to begin prorating the pay on that date. DoD began to pay the prorated payments beginning February 1, 2012. If you are eligible to receive IDP, you may see the prorated amount of the pay in your February 15th pay depending on the actual number of days you spend in an IDP area. Some members may have been overpaid between the date the NDAA was signed on December 31, 2011, and February 1, 2012, when the pay systems began proration. The military services are working to waive or remit debts for members who may have been overpaid during this period. The intent is that Marines will not be liable for any overpayment during this period. Also, Marines do not need to request or take any action for this to take place. Their service will take care of this for them. If you have questions about this pay, please contact your finance office.

For more information, please visit: http://www.dfas.mil/militarymembers/payentitlements/specialpay/hfp_idp.html

TEACHING AS A SECOND CAREER OR STARTING A NEW CAREER On Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 1130-1300, Teaching as a Second Career presentations will be conducted at The Hub, Bldg. 5305, Classroom Rm. 146 (Classroom 6) at MCAS Miramar. A light lunch will be provided by our sponsors. Active duty and Reserve, Retired military and military spouses who have an interest in becoming a public school teacher anytime in the future are encouraged to attend. Reservations are limited and for the first 40 participants. RSVP by emailing kmclendon@mpttt.org. https://owa2.sdcoe.net/owa/redir.aspx?C=983f55b724c64d9a8af1e3a78ae7ba58&URL=mailto %3akmclendon%40mpttt.org> to confirm your spot. For more information, please call (619) 5946325. LEGAL ASSISTANCE OFFICE The Legal Assistance Office (LAO) remains open to assist all active duty, their dependents, and retirees. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is also run out of the LAO office. Please don't be intimidated by the large amount of people in our waiting room; most are waiting for tax preparation. LAO attorneys can still assist you for any legal problem that you might have. NEED A BREATHER SPOUSES!!! -SPOUSES ~ YOU'VE EARNED SOME R & R! RENEW & RECLAIM is an Educational Support Awareness Group that will meet on Tuesdays, starting 7 FEB., at the Hub. These meetings will take place in the Children's Library Room, from 10:30-Noon. So join us to RENEW. your commitment to making the military lifestyle work for you SHARE. your challenges and success stories with others RECLAIM.YOU http://www.mccsmiramar.com/pdfs/Renew-and-Reclaim-II.pdf If you have questions about Renew & Reclaim, please contact Kimberly Becker at 577-9813 or email kimberly.becker@usmc.mil

PARENTS NIGHT OUT AND OPEN REC These are two great resources for parents. You must register your children ahead of time. The packet of info is extensive, so make sure you give yourself enough time to gather documents and attend a quick orientation. Open Rec is Saturdays form 1300-1800 and is free for children ages 5-17. See flyer for Parents Night Out below. BRAVOS TOP CHEF: RICH SWEENEY No registration required. Saturday, Feb 25,3:00 - 4:30pm at MCX Miramar. Cooking Demo, Recipes from Event, Autograph Signing, Giveaways, And more.
PARENTING CLASS

Have you asked yourself, "Is this is normal?" We hope to answer some of those questions by working in collaboration with First Five San Diego. This is a series of parenting classes during the month of March to help promote healthy child development. We will discuss topics such as healthy development, family, learning, and community advocacy. Free Childcare is available with registration. For more information please visit
http://www.mccsmiramar.com/readiness_and_deployment_support.html . eMARINE, eMARINE, eMARINE!!!
Marines: Please make sure you are inviting your family members to join our eMarine site. Family members: please make sure you are logging on to check the latest news and info about the squadron and out in town. You can access our site from eMarine.org. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any suggestions for the site.

DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT GROUPS The deployment support groups provide opportunities for children (3 years of age and older) to participate in weekly hands on activities. During the 45 minutes of group time, we will facilitate the use of problem solving and coping skills while providing a safe space for children to connect, network and support each other. In respect of the unique and diverse qualities and needs of each family, we also offer individual family consultations. Current Groups Schedule: Monday & Tuesday:4:15-5:00pm: School-Aged Wednesday & Thursday:4:15-5:00pm: Pre-K For more information please call: 858-577-7993, or email: sherry.gelle@usmc.mil DSTRESS: FOR MARINES BY MARINES
LITTLE HEARTS APART

From the everyday stressors of life to the stressors related to combat, stress can affect even the strongest Marine. The DSTRESS Line was developed by the Corps to provide professional, anonymous counseling for Marines, attached Sailors, and families when it's needed most. Call today to speak with one of your own.

MILITARY ONE SOURCE

Its not just a catchy name. THEY ARE ONE SOURCE! From taxes to counseling, to resources, they can help you 24-7, 365 days a year. They offer $4500 in free tuition for spouses looking to go to college for a portable career. Rank

restrictions for the grant is E5 and below, O3 and below, and WO-WO2. Contact them at 1-800-342-9647 or log on to militaryonesource.com

MCAS MIRAMAR FOOD LOCKER

The Food Locker is one of the greatest resources that is underused. You must be referred by the Family readiness Officer or a E-7 and above. Food Locker can offer the following (subject to items available): -Groceries until Pay Day -Newlywed Package for E-4 and below. -New Baby Package for E-4 and Below -Holiday Food Baskets for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

MCCS HAPPENINGS Thurs, Feb 9 Fri, Feb 10 -Anger Management II, 1 3 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 to register -BTB: The Power of Play, 6:30 8:30 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 577-7993 to register -Crabfest, 5:30 8:30 p.m., Officers Club, 858-577-4808/4814 for reservations -Life Skills Program: Couples Night, 6:30 9 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 858-577-4473

WEEKLY CLASSES OR SERVICES -Deployment Support Groups for Preschoolers and K-5th, Mon - Thurs at 4:15 p.m., Teen Center, 858-577-7993 -Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon Meetings, Every Monday at 6:30 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 -QOL Golf: Two Hours After Twilight Starts FREE Golf for Miramar Active Duty, Every Tuesday, 858-577-4155 -QOL Golf: FREE Golf Clinic for Miramar Active Duty, Every Wednesday from 11:30 1 p.m., 858-577-4155 -College 101 TA Brief, Every Wednesday and Friday, 11:30 a.m., Education Center, 858-577-1801 -Post 9/11 G.I. Bill Information Session, Every Thursday, 11:30 a.m., Education Center, 858-577-1801 -Marine Teen Training for Ages 12 17, Every Saturday at 10:30 a.m., Miramar Sports Complex, 858-577-4128 BEYOND THE BRIEF: THE POWER OF PLAY Join Readiness & Deployment Support for Beyond the Brief: The Power of Play. Come play with us while getting the inside scoop of why play is important for your child and the well-being of your family. Well have games, friends, arts and crafts and lots of fun! The brief will be held on Thursday, January 26 from 11 a.m. 1 p.m. at the Youth Center. Call 858-577-7993 to register or for more information. CAREER & EDUCATION FAIR AT MCRD SAN DIEGO MCRD San Diego Personal and Professional Development is holding a Career & Education Fair for Military, DoD, Veterans and Family Members on Wednesday, February 1 from 10 a.m. 1 p.m. at the Semper Fit Fieldhouse, Building 650. Bring your resume and come dressed for success. This event is open to all hands. Call 619-524-6865 for more information. SOCCER REGISTRATION

MIRAMAR YOUTH SPORTS IS ACCEPTING SPRING SOCCER REGISTRATION FOR AGES 3 - 16 YEARS. REGISTRATION ENDS MARCH 17, 2012 3 years old Start Smart - limited space available (20 children) sign up early. PARTICIPATION FEE $50.00 THE SEASON BEGINS MARCH 31, 2012 - ENDING MAY 5, 2012 GAMES ARE PLAYED ON MOST SATURDAYS AND HAVE 1 OR 2 DAYS OF PRACTICE A WEEK STARTING AT 5:00 PM OR 6:00 PM. JERSEY, SHORTS, TROPHY & PICTURES ARE INCLUDED $5.00 REGISTRATION FEE IF YOU ARE NOT A REGISTERED MEMBER WITH THE MIRAMAR CHILD, YOUTH & TEEN CENTER. SIGN UP BY MARCH 1, 2012 TO RECEIVE A $10.00 BIG 5 MERCHANDISE VOUCHER

Want to Stop Smoking in 2012? TOBACCO CESSATION CLASS AT THE SEMPER FIT CENTER Semper Fit offers Tobacco Cessation Classes for Active Duty and Family Members. The three-class series (must attend all three classes) is held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. at the Semper Fit Center. February class dates are February 1, 8 & 15.

Participants will receive education and pharmaceuticals to help kick the habit. Call 858-577-1331 to register or for more information. BOB HOPE THEATRE:

*Indicates Last Showing

Wed, Feb 8: Thurs, Feb 9: Fri, Feb 10: Sat, Feb 11: Sun, Feb 12:

War Horse (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Adventures of Tintin (Not 3D) (PG) 2:00 p.m. We Bought a Zoo (PG) 6:30 p.m. *Hugo (Not 3D) (PG) 6:30 p.m. Adventures of Tintin (Not 3D) (PG) 9:00 p.m. Swap Meet 8:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. We Bought a Zoo (PG) 9:00 p.m. *Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (Not 3D) (G) 1:00 p.m. * Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.