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.

8 March-16 March

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR NEW FAMILY READINESS ADVISORS! ON 29 February, we officially appointed five family readiness advisors. Welcome Kerri Gooch, Virginia Harrison, Brandi Porter, Sara Seemayer and Jaime Sweeney. We are so excited to have them as part of our family readiness team! JANE WAYNE DAY IS COMING...CALLING ALL FORERUNNER SPOUSES! Ever look at your Marine and think, I could do that? Ever listen to the stories about shooting and think, I could totally be an Expert RifleWOman! Well here is your chance to prove it. MAG-16 presents Jane Wayne Day 2012. Saturday, March 31, we will meet at East Miramar from 0745-1500. The cost is $10.00 which includes a shirt and lunch. I must have all money and registration in hand by 1200, March 19TH, to reserve your spot and order t-shirts. We will be shooting a rifle/pistol, checking out some cool explosives, and even watch our amazing K9 dogs do their thang, so make sure you wear long pants or cammies, and tennis shoes or boots. If you require childcare, you must be registered and paid by 15 March. There will be an additional charge of $5.00, per child to cover snacks. You cant beat $5.00 per child for 8 hours of mommy time! Please RSVP to Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil. If you cant get by my office to pay, just have your Marine bring it by. Spots are limited, so make sure you RSVP, ASAP! MESSAGE FROM THE COMMANDER Forerunners, I want to thank you again for a great celebration commemorating the 60 years of success of MALS-16. Here is the link that will lead you to the Anniversary article and the photos that are in the gallery with the article as well. Keep up the great work. Just recently, SSgt Chad Brown was named MCAA Maintenance Marine of the Year. This is yet another success highlighting the outstanding work resident in MALS-16!!! I look forward to our many additional accolades. Congratulations is in order for SSgt Brown. Here's to many more years of MALS-16 leading the way. http://www.dvidshub.net/news/84654/providing-support-since-52-marine-aviation-logistics-squadron-16-serves-60years Semper Fi, LtCol Lenhardt TIPS FROM THE FRO Please remember if you get Married you must come see the FRO. You are required to update your family readiness forms. Also, per the MCO 1754.9 B, you have 10 days to update your family readiness tab in MOL! I have created a newly married checklist. I would be happy to email it to anyone who wants it. If you have had a new baby, please come by my office and get your baby gift! Remember you only have 60 days to enroll your new baby in TriWest. Contact me if you have any questions. Semper Family, Juls

COMEDY VARIETY SHOW OPERATION MAGIC Friday, March 16, 2012 MCAS Miramar - Bob Hope Theater Doors Open at 6PM Show Begins at 7PM FREE ADMISSION Open to all eligible patrons 18 and over Budweiser Platinum, Bud and Bud Lite will be available to patrons 21 years of age and over. Performers: The Alley Cats, a 50's/60's Doo Wop quartet, will perform your favorite hits! The Alley Cats are Jay Leno's opening act when he performs in Las Vegas! Let Chipper Lowell entertain you with his combination of magic and comedy...you just don't know what to expect next! If mind-reading is your thing, you won't want to miss the talents of Jeff and Kimberly Bornstein. A "21st Century Battle of the Sexes" when Kimberly tells the men in the audience exactly what their thinking! The every funny Steve Mazon has performed on The Late Show with David Letterman and won an Emmy for his writing for the Ellen DeGeneres Show...you won't want to miss his stand up routine! For more info call 858-577-6365 or visit www.mccsmiramar.com Youth & Teen Center School Age & Teen Transportation Program Availability Serving the following schools: Hage, Miramar Ranch, Mason & Walker Elementary Schools Marshall & Wagenheim Middle Schools, Scripps Ranch & Miramesa High Schools Please contact Youth & Teen Center Resource & Referral Office 858-577-6959/4136 to enroll today! CHILDRENS LIBRARY EVENTS: **LEGOS IN THE LIBRARY-Every Thursday starts February 02 from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm **JAPANESE FESTIVAL OF DOLLS:-Japanese Doll Display,-Treats (rice crackers and sushi rice),-Origami CRAFT -Japanese Kimonos, Monday, March 26, 9:30 a.m. **RENEW & RECLAIM-An Educational Support Awareness Group,-Tuesdays 10:30-Noon, Starting February 7th -Children's activities will be provided on-site during this time-A partnership between Miramar Behavioral Health and the Miramar Library to promote healthy relationships and lifestyles through education and empowerment -Open to all military affiliated family members

PADRES TICKETS:

MCAS Miramar Owned- Padres season tickets on sale Thursday, March 8th at 9am for active duty and 10am for all patrons. -Tickets are sold as individual games and in pairs only. -Miramar has 4 seats in Section 103 field level behind home plate - price is $53.50 per seat. -4 seats in Section 112 field level near third base (visitors side)- price is $49.00 per seat. -These great seats are deeply discounted from the gate price. -Should you have any questions please contact the Miramar ITT/Travel office at (858) 577-4141. -Office is located in bldg 2524 next to McDonald's. The complete ITT ticket price list can be viewed at http://www.mccsmiramar.com/pdfs/ITTPricelist2012.pdf

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Supervise the CAHSEE - March 13th and 14th in the Serra High School Gymnasium. Volunteers are needed to help proctor the upcoming California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Volunteers can sign up for one or both days from 7:00am-Noon. Volunteers will be responsible for supervising the students while they are taking the exam, monitoring doors, and passing out pencils. You will receive an LOA for participation. If interested, please call Kristi Terry, School Liaison, MCAS Miramar, 858.577.8625 Sunrise Senior Living Center: Volunteer to spend time with the residents of an

assisted living community for seniors! Volunteers facilitate games such as Bingo, cards, etc. and spend time visiting with residents one on one. (Thursday, 1 and 15 March 1800-2000) (15 VOLUNTEERS MAX) Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve: Come help us work in the canyon through various projects and maintenance. Projects include building fences, painting, planting trees, and constructing trails. FREE pizza lunch will be provided! (Saturday, 3 March 0900-1300) (25 VOLUNTEERS MAX) Homework Helpers: Tutor local students of all ages in a variety of subjects. Help children with their homework. Volunteers are paired with children based on subject interest and knowledge. (Every Tuesday in March 1800-2000) (25 VOLUNTEERES MAX) Father Joes Village: Father Joes Village serves over 3,000 meals a day, every day of the year, to the homeless here in San Diego. Please join us in helping serve dinner to the large number of people that come to the village to receive meals. (Saturday, 10 March 0900-1200) (50 VOLUNTEERS MAX) Feeding America San Diego: We will be sorting and stocking the Feeding America San Diego warehouse to make sure our local San Diegans in need are fed. Help sort and package food for distribution to food banks throughout San Diego. Kids are welcome ages 6 and up. (Wednesday, 14 and 28 March 1800-2000) (30 VOLUNTEERS MAX) Moonlight Beach Cleanup: The ASY is pairing up with San Diego Coastkeeper for a beach and street cleanup. All tools and equipment will be provided. Families welcome! (Saturday, 17 March 0900-1100) (50 VOLUNTEERS MAX) Neighborhood Exchange: We have partnered up with the San Diego Food Bank! Volunteers needed for organizing food for hundreds of military families for a free food giveaway. Volunteers are also needed for set up, carrying food to cars and breakdown. (Thursday, 22 March 0845-1300) (60 VOLUNTEERS MAX) Lakeside River Park Cleanup: We will be cleaning areas around the park to help restore it to its natural habitat. All supplies will be provided. FREE lunch for all volunteers! (Friday, 30 March 1000-1300) (35 VOLUNTEERS MAX)

NEW BABY FORERUNNERS Congratulations to SSgt and Mrs. Otis on the birth of their handsome baby boy! Congratulations to LCpl and Mrs. Morrison on the birth of their beautiful baby girl! LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD COACHES

The MCAS Miramar Falcons are looking for a few great assistant coaches (active duty/non-active duty/civilians) to help develop and kick off our base football program this year. If you want to be a part of a perennial championship team and have the commitment and time to contribute, please give Todd Howard a call at 577-1202 for more information. The 2012 football season is around the corner and the preparation towards defending our Best of West Title has begun.

EVER THOUGHT OF SPACE A TRAVEL? If you ever wondered about Space A Travel, check out this link:
http://www.amc.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-120206-033.pdf

BOB HOPE THEATRE SHOW TIMES

Fri, March 9:

Man on a Ledge (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. *Underworld: Awakening (Not 3D) (R) 9:00 p.m.

Sat, March 10: One for the Money (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.

Red Tails (PG-13) 9:00 p.m. Sun, March 11: *Joyful Noise (PG-13) 1:00 p.m. *Haywire (R) 6:30 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE

COMMAND FINANCIAL SPECIALIST TRAINING

The next Command Financial Specialist(CFS) course is April 23-27. Please see attached flyer and agenda. The location will be at The Hub, classroom #1. All interested candidates should CONTACT Craig Hughes @ craig.hughes@usmc.mil or 858-577-9802 with name, rank, unit, and POC telephone. Participants will be provided further details by email prior to the start of class. AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASS Become an American Red Cross Lifeguard Today! The Lifeguard Certification Class takes place at the MCAS Miramar 50-Meter Pool starting March 2 through March 11. The cost of the course is $175/person for eligible military personnel (AD, Retired, Reserves, Dependents and DOD Civilians). The fee includes tuition and text. MCCS will have Lifeguard positions available. Sign up today to begin training for your next summer job. If youre not able to make this session, the next session will be held April 2 6. Call 858-577-4137/4140 to register or for more information. FOUR LENSES FOR MALS-16 Have you ever wondered why you make such a good friend? Every wonder if you were born just a super organized person? Do you have that friend that is always on the go? Four Lenses is for you. It is an amazing class put on by Lifeskills. We have scheduled a MALS-16 Four Lenses for Spouses on 19 April from 6-8 P.M. at the MCFTB Training room, Bldg 2525. Come and join us for a great night! I promise you wont be disappointed. Childcare is available with advanced registration. Please contact Julia Gwynn the FRO at 858-577-6399 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil to sign up. OPERATION HOMEFRONT PRESENT MANAGING YOUR MONEY: A financial literacy seminar with guest speaker Cathie Restivo, LFE Institute speaker. This unbiased, education-based seminar addresses important money management issues like: Manage your money without budgeting Avoid family conflicts over money Reduce debt Accomplish your financial goals without giving up "the fun stuff" Here is what one family who attended the 2011 seminar commented, Amazing job! I was a bit skeptical prior to attending because most money management seminars have some gimmick or sales pitch. The seminar was straight forward and to the point without a hidden agenda. AWESOME JOB!.Financial planning seminars will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 in San Diego, CA and Sunday, April 29, 2012 in Oceanside, CA from 11:30am 3:00pm. Both seminars are open to all ranks of military service members and their spouses. Registration is required and seating is limited. Limited childcare is available for those who qualify. Please visit Operation Homefront Southern Californias website to gain more information and registration for Financial Planning Seminar San Diego, CA or Financial Planning Seminar Oceanside, CA at:http://www.operationhomefront.net/socal/highlights.aspx?id=18154

ASYMCA EVENT Magic Mountain Trip (NOT A VOLUNTEER EVENT): The ASY, along with Pacific
Beacon, is taking a trip to Magic Mountain. Purchase your discounted ticket for $33 and also receive FREE transportation to the park, as well as FREE lunch! To sign up and for payment, contact Johnny Mercado at johnny.mercado@pacificbeacon.com. (Saturday, 24 March 0800) (34 PARTICIPANTS MAX)

Mother Daughter Tea

Montevista Retirement Community and the San Diego Armed Services Y would like to invite Military moms and daughters to a special 6th Annual Mother Daughter Tea on April 5th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Join us at Montevista for fun family bonding event with full tea service and desserts. This event is open to all mothers and daughters, ages 4 to 16 years of age who are military or dependants. Military mother daughters are encouraged to dress up for this fun occasion. Feel free to wear hats and fun outfits! A prizes will be given out for best hat and outfits

ONGOING RESOURCES

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS Calling all volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering with MALS-16, whether it is to bake cookies, help with events, put together welcome folders, or send package abroad, we are looking for you. There is no training required to be a volunteer. Please contact Julia Gwynn at 577-6399 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil. If you are interested in joining the Family Readiness Team as an advisor or assistant, please contact Angel DeLuz at 858-577-1322 to register for training. Once you have completed the Family Readiness Asst/Adv training, you and I can sit down and go over the ins and outs of being a part of the team.

HATING THOSE RISING PRICES OF GAS???

"Rising price of gas digging deep in your pocket? Why not join a Van Pool? Contact Mr. Patrick Bazinet at 858-5778868 or patrick.bazinet@usmc.mil if interested in joining a van pool from Chula Vista or South Bay area." WHAT EVENTS DO YOU WANT!!! Let your voice be heard. We are looking for ideas for family day/unit events. If there is something fun you think we should do as a unit event, please contact Julia Gwynn at 577-6399 or Julia.gwynn@usmc.mil DSTRESS: FOR MARINES BY MARINES

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