Command Channel Slides Week Between March 13 to 19

Zama Bowling Center for more info, 263-4780

Stay Calm and Listen to the Blues

The Area Transportation Office Zama

will be closed

from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., March 12

for Renovations.

For emergencies, contact 263-3919.

Office Closure

Building Strong Resilient

and Promoting Positive, Safe,

and Respectful Relationships

Training Credit: SHARP,

Substance Abuse Prevention,

Suicide Prevention, and Family Advocacy

Call 263-4782/4357

for more information.

Allied Telesis

will upgrade their internet services,

with upcoming fiber optic cabling installation

for most (not all)

Sagamihara Family Housing Area residents.

Customers will have a choice of

100 Mbps or 1Gbps Internet speeds

(100 to 1,000 times faster than their current speed).

Engineering design is in-progress

for Camp Zama dorms and towers.

Fiber = Internet

Copper = Telephone

Coax = CATV

Timeline of Events

March 16 SFHA outside-plant fiber optic cabling

installation begins for housing units

where conduits exist and new construction.

(111 series, 113 series, 123 series, 130 series,

140 series, units 300-311, and units 253/262/263/264)

Timeline of Events

May 1 Fiber jack will be installed in each

housing unit's living room.

Timeline of Events

June1 Choice of 100Mbps/200GB/$88 or

1Gbps/250GB/$99 plans or a customer

can remain on their current plan

for up to 1 year.

Saturday, May 30

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Course

Zama city - Old temples - Sumida river cruise

- Imperial villa in Tokyo

Fee: Foreigner and other participants:

2,000yen

Number accepted:

20 people (First come, first serve)

How to Apply:

Contact Zama International Association Office

Phone/Fax/Email before May 10

Phone：046-251-9000、Fax：046-206-6493

Email: [email protected]

Zama International Association Office:

Open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Mon, Wed, Fri

Address: 2-2886, Zama, Zama-city

2015年5月30日（土）午前9時－午後5時

コース：座間市役所 - 芝増上寺、東御苑、浜離宮、

隅田川クルーズ、浅草

会費：

外国人、付き添いの日本人 - 2000円定員20名（先着順）

申し込み方法：5月10日までに座間市国際交流協会へ、電話・ファックスまたはメールにてご連絡下さい。

座間市国際交流協会事務局：月・水・金曜日 9時～4時、座間市座間2-2886

電話： 046-251-9000、ファックス：046-206-6493

Email: [email protected]

U.S. Army Japan and I Corps (Forward)

will conduct a Town Hall meeting

March 26

at the Camp Zama Community Club

for DA Civilians.

The purpose of these meetings is for

the Commanding General, Maj. Gen. James C. Boozer,

to address the Civilian workforce

and open the floor for questions

about issues important to DAC employees,

which include subordinate and tenant units personnel.

1. On March 13 from 9 to 11 a.m.

DAC employees GS-11 and below

must attend the CG Town Hall meeting.

2. On March 26 from 1 to 3 p.m.

DAC employees GS-12 and above

must attend the CG Town Hall meeting.

For geographically separated employees,

the Town Hall meeting is expected

to be aired via Channel 95

and U-Stream live feed at

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/usagjapan

This town hall meeting is expected

to be the official place of duty

for all DAC employees.

The Camp Zama Religious Support Office

will host the 2015 National Prayer Breakfast

April 1 from 7 to 8:30 a.m.

at the Camp Zama Community Club.

There will be

a complimentary buffet breakfast served.

Dress attire will be ACU for military

and informal wear from Civilians.

Call 263-4898 for complimentary tickets.

Parents... We want to hear from you.

Services Patron Satisfaction SurveyCYS

Services Patron Satisfaction SurveyCYS

Parents... We want to hear from you.

The next Community Resilience Seminar

will be held April 2 from 1 to 3 p.m.

at the Camp Zama Community Activity Center.

The topic will cover promoting positive, safe

and respectful relationships.

All Soldiers, Civilians, Family members, retirees,

contractors and Local National employees

are able to attend.

Participants will receive SHARP,

Substance Abuse Prevention, Suicide Prevention

and Family Advocacy training credit.

Call 263-4782/4357 for more information.

American Forces Radio and Television Service (AFRTS)

is migrating to two satellites

that requires the re-pointing of satellite dishes

and changing of decoder settings.

While services are being worked on AFN

will be off-air for three hours from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Off-Air Dates: SFHA March 10

SGD March 16

March 24 and 25, 2015

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday, both days

Religious Education Center (REC),

Room 11 (back lounge)

Uniform: Civilian attire for all attendees

Registration: Space is limited.

Advanced registration required.

First registered, first served, with priority given

to those in Gatekeeper professions

IAW AR 600-63, pg 17, Table 4.

To register, email by March 13.

Course Description: This is a hands-on course

in crisis intervention.

Not only does it teach in-depth methods on

how to understand the risk factors of suicide

and recognize the warning signs of

possible impending suicide, but it also teaches exactly

what to say to someone at risk,

how to intervene in a potential crisis,

and what resources to refer to those at risk.

ACE Suicide Awareness,

ACE-SI and ASIST training credit given

to all class participants.

Required training for those in Gatekeeper professions

as defined

in AR 600-63, pg 17, table 4.

For more information, call DSN 263-8047 or visit

http://www.livingworks.net/programs/asist/

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

1-800-273-8255; DSN 263-8255;

Japanese cell: 046-407-8255

U.S. Army Garrison Japan is looking for

Vietnam Veterans

or Family members of Vietnam veterans

who are interested in participating in

a ceremony commemorating

the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.

Please assist us in identifying Vietnam veterans

that will be acknowledged during a formal ceremony.

Additionally, we are interested in

collecting personal photographs

or other memorabilia that can be displayed

at a reception following the ceremony.

The ceremony is open to the public and the DPTMS

will soon announce date, time and the location.

If you are interested in participating

please contact USAG-J DPTMS Operations

at 263-3330 or 263-3435.

Join ACS at EDIS for parenting education

and support skills that build

parents' knowledge of child health and development,

and increase awareness of child rearing practices.

The class is held every Tuesday

from 9 to 10 a.m. and from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.

Parents can join the New Parent Support Program

and earn promotion points while they play and

learn with their child.

Contact ACS at 263-4357

and get a customized training

to meet specific needs.

Zama Army Lodging

will be replacing wallpaper

inside Bldg. 780.

Work will begin March 2,

and will be completed in June.

We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Date: May 17, Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Minamidai Park

(address: 4-11, minamidai)

Contents of Activity:

On-stage performance, Food court (sales) Tents.

Please call to 042-744-3148

for more information

日時: 5月17日、10時-16時場所: 南台公園（南区南台4-11）

内容: 舞台演奏や、テナントでの食品・物品販売

お問い合わせ：相模台まちづくりセンター042-744-3148

Minamidai

Park

Odakyu-

Sagamihara St.

US Military

Housing

The Japan Red Cross will hold a blood drive

on March 20 from 9:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

at the parking lot

behind the Camp Zama Home Store.

Japan Red Cross Blood Drive

The language used during the blood drive

will be limited to Japanese.

MLC/IHA employees, DA civilians

and Family members

who have gate access to Camp Zama

are able to participate in the event.


Blood donations significantly drop during

the winter time and your support is much needed

and will greatly be appreciated.

For more info, please contact

the U.S. Army Garrison Japan Public Affairs,

Community Relations Office at 263-7555.


Registration deadline for the

2015 Cherry Blossom Festival Fun Run/Walk

will be March 30.

The entry fee is $20 per person.

Registration for youth will be

at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 690

or call 263-4068.

Registration for adults will be at the Yano Fitness Center,

Bldg. 210 or call 263-4646.

The Fun Run/Walk will be held April 4;

youth run starts at 8:30 a.m.

and adult run starts at 10 a.m.

For more information: 263-5437/4664

The Camp Zama Veterinary Treatment Facility

will be under renovation

from Feb. 2015 to June 2016.

The VTF will keep regular business hours

during all phases of the renovation.

Clients may elect to

schedule appointments at

the Yokota VTF: 263-4363.

Phase I: Minimal Impact (Jan. - May 2015)

Parking spaces reduced due to construction;

clients will use overflow parking.

Phase II: Light Impact (May - Sept. 2015)

Surgical services temporarily discontinued.

Phase III: Moderate Impact (Sept. 2015 – Jun. 2016)

- Surgical services temporarily discontinued.

- 30% reduction in wellness and sick call appointments.

Vote on line by March 30 at

https://stripesrewards.com/bestofpacific

Are you within nine credits

of completing your undergraduate

or graduate degree requirements

or satisfied your graduation requirements in 2014?

If answer is YES,

then you can celebrate your graduation

by attending the Camp Zama

Graduate Recognition Ceremony this year.

Please, contact the Camp Zama Education Center

and let us know if you will be able to participate!

For more information: 263-5311.

Thank you very much and Congratulations

on your accomplishments!

More information is soon to come.

U.S. Army Japan and I Corps (Forward)

Motorcycle Safety/Awareness training

is April 6-10.

There will be two BRC, two ERC and Japanese

motorcycle safety courses offered.

There will only be 24 slots available for BRC and ERC.

Priority will go to USARJ Soldiers;

however, anybody can attend on space available.

Call 263-3770 to sign up.

Course A BRC

April 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Classroom) at Zama

April 7, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Riding) at Yokohama North Dock

April 8, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Riding) at Yokohama North Dock

Call DSN 263-3770 to sign up.

Course B BRC

April 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Classroom) at Zama

April 8, noon to 5 p.m. (Riding) at YND

April 9, 8 a.m. to noon (Riding) at YND


Course A ERC/BRC2

April 7, Noon to 5 p.m. (Riding) at YND

Course B ERC/BRC2

April 9, Noon to 5 p.m. (Riding) at YND


Japanese Police

April 8, 9 a.m. to noon (Riding) @ YND

BBQ for Lunch

During the renovations of Bldg. 101 and Bldg. 102

scaffolding will be placed

around the buildings.

This may create a narrow sidewalk

for pedestrians.

The renovations may cause noise

and possible chemical odors

from the paint application.

The scheduled phases and durations are as follows:

Phase 1: March 9 – June 19

(A, B, C & D Wing)

Phase 2: April 27 – Aug. 21

(Main Entrance, E, F, G & H Wing)

March 06, 13, 20, 27:

Stations of the Cross,

6 p.m., Main Zama Chapel

followed by Lenten Soup & Supper

CATHOLIC

Lenten

Season

March 24 : Catholic Community Penance Service,

6 p.m., Zama Chapel

March 29 : Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord,

8:45 a.m., Zama Chapel

CATHOLIC

Lenten

Season

April 2 : Thursday of the Lord’s Supper,

7:30 p.m., Zama Chapel

April 3 : Friday of the Passion of the Lord (Good Friday)

Living Stations of the Cross,

4 p.m., followed by the Lord’s

Passion Narratives, Zama Chapel

CATHOLIC

Easter

Triduum

April 4 : The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night,


April 5 : Easter Sunday of the Resurrection

of the Lord,

9 a.m., Zama Chapel

CATHOLIC

Easter

Triduum

March 29, Palm Sunday Service, 9 a.m., SFHA Chapel

March 29, Palm Sunday Service, 11 a.m., Zama Chapel

March 29, Passion Service of Praise and Preparation,

6 p.m., Zama Chapel

PROTESTANT

April 2, Maundy Thursday Good Friday Service,


April 3, Good Friday Service, 7 p.m., SFHA Chapel

PROTESTANT

April 5, Community Easter Sunrise Service,

6:00 a.m., Camp Zama Golf Course

April 5, Easter Sunday Service (SFHA Gospel),

9 a.m., SFHA Chapel

April 5, Easter Sunday Service (Protestant),

11 a.m., Zama Chapel

PROTESTANT

Effective Feb. 9,

community members requiring fingerprints

for employment, citizenship, visas

or security clearances, etc…

should be advised that the fingerprinting location

has changed until further notice.

The new location is Bldg 229,

Military Police Station.

No appointment is necessary.

Park at Bldg 228 and walk to Bldg 229

and inform the desk sergeant

that fingerprint assistance is required.

Express Group CycleMondays – 12 a.m. ($3 per class)

For more information: 263-4664/5656

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April 24, 2015 6-9 p.m.

Camp Zama Community Activity Center

Yokota – Atsugi – Zama - Yokosuka

Dancers, Singers, Poets,

Actors, Musicians

~Menu~Omelet / Boiled Eggs / Pancakes / Bacon Sliced

Hominy Grits / Creamed Beef / Biscuits

Hashed Browned Potatoes

New England Fish Chowder / Tomato Vegetable Soup

Shrimp Scampi / Buffalo Chicken

Garlic Spicy Beef Short Ribs

Paprika Buttered Potatoes / Steamed Rice

Corn & Mushrooms

Seasoned Monaco Blend Price : $6.25

~Menu~New England Fish Chowder

Tomato Vegetable Soup

Stuffed Salmon with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Turkey Tenderloin Mignon

Savory Bread Dressing

Lyonnaise Potatoes / Buttered Noodles

Green Beans Casserole

Seasoned Asparagus with Orange ZestPrice : $7.65

~Menu~Omelet / Boiled Eggs / French Toast / Bacon Sliced



Chicken Rice Soup / Cream of Potato Soup

Roast Pork with Apple Sauce

Grilled Sirloin Steak / Baked Fish with Garlic Butter

Mashed Potatoes / Pork Fried Rice

Glazed Carrots

Sautéed Spinach Price : $6.25

~Menu~Chicken Rice Soup

Cream of Potato Soup

Simmered Beef

Shrimp Stir Fry

Mashed Red Potatoes / Steamed Rice

Seasoned Antigua

Corn on the Cob

Price : $7.65

~Menu~Tortilla Chicken Soup / Cream of Mushroom Soup

Beef Fajitas / Chicken Enchiladas

Tacos / Mexican Pork Chops

Parsley Buttered Potatoes

Mexican Rice

Refried Beans

Mexican Vegetables

California Blend VegetablesPrice : $5.55

~Menu~Tortilla Chicken Soup

Cream of Mushroom Soup

Yankee Pot Roast

Pollock Florentine

Mashed Potatoes

Steamed Wild Rice

Seasoned Brussels Sprouts

Seasoned Mixed VegetablesPrice : $4.85

~Menu~Minestrone Soup / Cream of Broccoli Soup

Lasagna / Spinach Lasagna

Herbed Baked Chicken

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce / Marinara

Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Steamed Brown Rice

Seasoned Italian Blend / Seasoned Green Beans

Toasted Garlic BreadPrice : $5.55

~Menu~Minestrone Soup / Cream of Broccoli Soup

Pork Piccata with Marinara Sauce

Chicken Yakisoba

Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Spinach Pasta

Peas and Mushrooms

Seasoned Cauliflower

Price : $4.85

~Menu~Chicken Gumbo Soup / New England Clam Chowder

BBQ Chicken / Fried Chicken / Baked Chicken

BBQ Pork Spareribs / Southern Fried Catfish

Baked Macaroni & Cheese / Corn Muffin

Black Eyed Peas / Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Okra & Tomato Gumbo / Steamed Brown Rice

Southern Style Greens

Southern Fried OkraPrice : $5.55

~Menu~Chicken Gumbo Soup

New England Clam Chowder

Beef Stroganoff

Caribbean Chicken Breast

Mashed Potatoes / Steamed Rice

Noodles Jefferson

Herbed Broccoli

Fried Cabbage with BaconPrice : $4.85

~Menu~Miso Soup / Chicken Egg Drop Soup

Japanese Ginger Pork

Teriyaki Chicken / Beef Nikujaga

Oven Browned Potatoes

Steamed Rice

Seasoned Mixed Oriental

Seasoned Wax Beans

Price : $5.55

~Menu~Miso Soup / Chicken Egg Drop Soup

Grilled Lemon Herb Pork Chops

Chicken Rice Bowl (Oyako-Don)

Franconia Potatoes

Steamed Rice

Calico Corn

Ratatouille

Price : $4.85

~Menu~Chicken Wild Rice Soup / Beef Vegetable Soup

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Demi Glace Sauce

Roast Turkey / Savory Bread Dressing

Baked Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce

Mashed Potatoes

Steamed Rice

Vegetable Stir Fry

Creole Summer SquashPrice : $5.55

~Menu~Chicken Wild Rice Soup / Beef Vegetable Soup

Kalua Pig with Cabbage

Buffalo Chicken

O’Brien Potatoes

Steamed Rice

Seasoned Scandinavian

Sautéed Spinach with Garlic & Lemon

Price : $4.85

~Menu~Omelet / Boiled Eggs / Pancakes / Bacon Sliced



Old Fashioned Bean Soup / Cream of Potato Soup

Apple Glazed Corned Beef / Mitsu-Ken’s Garlic Chicken

Roast Pork with Sweet & Spicy Plum Sauce

Scalloped Potatoes / Primavera Rice

Italian Green Beans

Seasoned Brussels Sprouts Price : $6.25

~Menu~Old Fashioned Bean Soup

Cream of Potato Soup

Korean Style Beef Short Ribs

Baked Fish with Garlic Tomato Sauce

Lyonnaise Potatoes

Steamed Brown Rice

Peas & Carrots

Seasoned Asparagus with Orange ZastPrice : $7.65

~Menu~Omelet / Boiled Eggs / French Toast / Bacon Sliced



French Onion Soup / New England Fish Chowder

Ginger Pot Roast / Teriyaki Pork

Baked Salmon with Tomato & Basil


Glazed Carrots

Seasoned Monaco Blend Price : $6.25

~Menu~French Onion Soup

New England Fish Chowder

Grilled T-Bone Steaks

Turkey Pot Pie


Mushrooms & Onions

Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage

Price : $7.65

The main entrance to

the Camp Zama Community Club

will be under construction until March 15.

Management is asking for all customers to use

the MEDDAC-Japan side entrance

until improvements are completed.

Keep Your Sports Mind Sharp Monthly Prizes Cumulative Prizes

Every Thursday From 5 -7 p.m.

Feb. 5 through Aug. 27

Keep Your Sports Mind Sharp Monthly Prizes Cumulative Prizes

CZCC, Sports Bar

For more info: 263-7666/3256

Are you within nine credits of completing

your undergraduate

or graduate degree requirements

or satisfied your graduation requirements in 2014?

If the answer is YES,

then you can celebrate your graduation

by attending the Camp Zama

Graduate Recognition Ceremony this year.

At this time, we would like to confirm

your interest and availability.

Please, contact the Camp Zama Education Center

and let us know if you will be able to participate!

Call: 263-63-5311.

Thank you very much and CONGRATULATIONS

on your accomplishments!

The projected ceremony date is June 2015.

More information is soon to come.

The Zama Killer Katanas (ZKK) roller derby team

is currently recruiting

new skaters, referees,

and non-skating officials (NSO).

Whether you want to be part of a team

or want to get in shape come check us out.

No experience required.

Contact us at

[email protected]

The Camp Zama Tax Center is rolling out

a new initiative this year: "Drop-Off" Tax services.

Just like it sounds, customers can drop off their taxes for

preparation.

Tax Center Drop Off Services

The Tax Center will be open for service

Mon-Fri from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until June 16

(including training holidays and family time).

The Tax Center is located in Bldg. 101, Room CS109.


Customers are able to make an appointment

by calling 263-1040.

For more information about the Camp Zama Tax Center

visit

https://www.facebook.com/USAGJ#!/CampZamaLAO


Transition Assistance Program

Be an advocate for your retirement community!

The USAG-Japan Retiree Council meets

third Friday of every month from 4 to 5 p.m.

at Command Group Small Conference room.


Contact your local transition assistance office:

263-3940

Monday 2:30 – 8 p.m.

Tuesday 2:30 – 8 p.m.

Wednesday 2:30 – 8 p.m.

Thursday 2:30 – 8 p.m.

Friday 2:30 – 8 p.m.

Saturday 1 – 10 p.m.

Sunday & Federal Holidays Closed

Youth Program HoursU.S. Army Child Youth and School Services information

Bldg. 744, Zama DSN 263-4500

Half Day School 5:30 – 8 a.m. & 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

No School Day 5:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Before/After Program Hours

5:30 – 8 a.m. & 2:30 – 6 p.m.

Early Release 5:30 – 8 a.m. & 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Federal Holidays Closed

SAC Program HoursU.S. Army Child Youth and School Services information

Bldg. 121-01, Sagamihara Family Housing Area DSN 267-6013

Monday – Friday 5:30– 6 p.m.


Base Closure Days Closed

CYS Services Training Days Closed

CDC Program HoursU.S. Army Child Youth and School Services information

Zama Bldg. 691 DSN 263-4992SFHA Bldg. S-107 DSN 267-

6273

Monday – Wednesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Thursday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday, Sunday Closed


Parent Central ServiceU.S. Army Child Youth and School Services information

Bldg. 680, Zama DSN 263-3397

Arnn Elementary School

is looking for a Lunch monitor.

The duty day starts

at 11 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.

Monitor will supervise students

during the lunch and recess period;

maintain appropriate order and standards

as necessary to insure their health,

safety, and welfare.

To apply, go to:

http://www.dodea.edu/pacific/offices/

HR/pacVacancies.cfm

Interested in learning Japanese?

Date: Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of

the month from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: SFHA Library

For more information: 263-4357

Army Family Team Building Classes

are available for the entire community.

Soldiers can earn four promotion points

for every 40 hours

of Army Community Service courses.

(Promotion points are valid when the DA 87

has been signed by a Lt. Col. or above

to certify course completion.)

Soldiers will not receive promotion points

for mandatory classes such as

First Termer's Financial Readiness Training,

any course required by Command referral

and NPSP classes taken as a result of

a recommended Family Advocacy Case Review

Committee treatment plan.

Available Classes:

AFTB Leadership Development

AFTB Military Knowledge

AFTB Personal Growth and Resiliency

Available Classes:

Family Advocacy Program/New Parent

Support Program

Financial Readiness Training Classes

Operation Resources for Educating

About Deployment and You (OPREADY)

The Army Community Service’s

“ACS on Wheels”

is available to come to your meetings

and provide these training modules.

CCTV has transitioned from analog

to digital signal.

If you are having trouble accessing

the channels on your digital television,

we strongly recommend to re-scan your television

to access the local channels.

Since the transition occurred on Jan. 5,

customers are NOT able to

view local channels on

cathode-ray tube televisions

and

digital non-compliant televisions.


What's your transition plan?

Get started today!

Contact your local Transition Assistance Office:

Bldg. 102, RM 111

DSN: 263-3940


Be an advocate

for your retirement community!

USAG-Japan retiree council meets

the third Friday of every month from 4 to 5 p.m.


Command Group Small Conference

Room, Bldg. 102.

Contact your local Transition Assistance Office:

263-3940 for further information.

WHEN: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month

(Feb. 4 – May 20)

No prerequisites, join anytime!

TIME/PLACE: 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Education Center Computer Lab

(near library)

The true test of character comes not

when things go wrong, but when things

are going well.

When thing go wrong, that’s when most

people turn to, or return to God.

But when life is prosperous and no

rainclouds are in sight, it’s all too easy

not to invest time in a deep relationship

with God.

But when the train hits hard, a steady

foundation in the Lord is vital.

For a time, Israel prospered and forgot the

One True God. The nation turned their backs

on the Creator, and they’ve paid

the consequences.

Jeremiah, the prophet was their last hope

of turning things around.

So it be with great, prosperous nations

like the U.S.

Have we become so powerful that pride

has blinded our spirits in a culture

where “anything goes?”

Let’s dig deep into Jeremiah together

and be inspired to live in God’s

demanding love.

JEREMIAH:

“Very well done. Good study length per

chapter. Highly recommend it, as it

closely parallels the times we are living

in today.” – Amazon Review

The DBIDS registration is only required

for NAF Atsugi personnel.

If other members would like to register

and receive a Guest Pass

for their guest to come on board the installation,

they will need to be registered into DBIDS.

Military members E-7 and above/Officers

are not required to register guests and obtain

a Guest Pass with the Pass and ID office.

GS-12 and above are not required to register guests

with the Pass and ID Office.

Their ID card must state their grade.

1Social Networks - Do’s and Don’ts

Only establish and maintain connections

with people you know and trust.

Review your connections often.


Assume that ANYONE can see any information

about your activities, personal life,

or professional life that you post and share.


Ensure that your family takes similar precautions

with their accounts; their privacy and

sharing settings can expose your personal data.


Avoid posting or tagging images of you

or your family that clearly show your face.


Select pictures taken at a distance, at an angle,

or otherwise concealed.


Never post Smartphone photos and

don’t use your face as a profile photo, instead,

use cartoons or avatars.


Use secure browser settings when possible

and monitor your browsing history to ensure

that you recognize all access points.

Japan-Wide: No off-installation public

consumption of alcohol

(12 p.m.-5 a.m.)

(10 p.m.-5 a.m.) for E5-Below who are

in a TDY/TAD, leave, or pass status in Japan,

(except those deployed on orders to Japan

for 150 days or more as part of a unit deployment)

it is not applicable to military personnel

permanently assigned

on Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders

in Japan

E5-Below (1 a.m-5 a.m.)

No Change

O-4 & above Commanders have authority to grant

event-by-event exceptions to curfew

& liberty buddy requirements & may both implement

& rescind unit denial of liberty; must report

unit denial of liberty actions to first O-6 in chain.

A newly opened convenience store,

named “Poplar”,

located in the JGSDF General Service Unit building

across a street from the Camp Zama

Arts and Crafts Center.

Poplar is located on the first floor,

next to the Historical Exhibition Room.

They are available to all personnel,

including U.S. Army Soldiers, DA Civilians,

Family members and local national employees.

The hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

No parking is allowed by the JGSDF building.

Payments forms accepted are:

Japanese Yen

Credit Cards

PASMO/SUICA train cards

Runners are permitted to run the course

Monday thru Friday only, from the hours of

5:30 - 7:30 a.m.

Runners are required to run on cart paths

only, following the designated run route

one way only.

Camp Zama Golf Course

Runners are not permitted to have any

drinks or food of any kind on the course.

Runners are allowed to run only the back

nine holes, from the 10th to the 18th.


Soldiers will not run in a group on the

golf course larger than a squad size element.

The use of headphones are not allowed

on the course.


Runners are not permitted to conduct

any physical fitness exercise on the course

or be on the greens and or fairways

for any reason, at any time.

The distance from 10 tee to 18 green is

2.356 miles or 3.791 KM.


The strength of the nation is built on the readiness

and resilience of every member of the premier

all-volunteer Total Army

-every Soldier, civilian and Family member.

We will uphold the Army's responsibility

to provide benefits and high-quality services

that are components of a professional force

decided to the Army for the long term.

The Army remains steadfast in its commitment to:

Maintain the trust between Leaders and

their Soldiers, Families and civilians


Foster an environment that promotes

adaptability

and self reliance


Promote physical, emotional, social, Family

and

spiritual strengths


Honor the services and sacrifices of those

who serve our Nation

The Camp Zama, SFHA and YND Pass Offices

and Vehicle Registration Offices

will be closed

8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday start on Jan. 15

for training.

Pass and Vehicle Registration OfficesClosures

The Tokyo Pass Office will close only

on the last Thursday of the month.

Pass and Vehicle Registration OfficesClosures

Risk of Infection

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Practicing standard infection control precautions,

including hand washing and wearing appropriate

personal protective equipment (PPE)

prevents exposure.

Ebola Virus DiseaseW h at Yo u N e e d t o K n ow

Risk of Infection

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Just being in a country where people are ill

with Ebola is not dangerous.

Contact with healthy individuals

and most everyday activities do not increase

a person’s risk of becoming infected.


Risk of Infection

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Although people can be infected with Ebola virus

and not yet feel sick, they are not contagious

until they have symptoms.


Risk of Infection

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By the time a person is very infectious to others,

they are typically very ill and not walking around

or doing normal activities.


Vaccines

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No FDA-approved vaccine is currently available

to protect against Ebola virus infection.

The experimental Ebola virus vaccines are so early

in development that safety testing has just started.


Vaccines

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The Department of Defense is closely monitoring

the testing of new Ebola virus vaccines

and treatments.


Treatment

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Standard treatment for Ebola is supportive care

which is balancing the patient’s fluids

and electrolytes, maintaining their oxygen status

and blood pressure,

and treating them for any complicating infections.


Treatment

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Successful recovery from an Ebola virus infection

likely depends more on early recognition

and treatment with supportive care

at a state-of-the-art hospital

than on the experimental treatment now available.


Is it Flu or Ebola?

Flu (influenza)

The flu is a common contagious

respiratory illness caused by flu

viruses. The flu is different from

a cold.

Flu can cause mild to severe illness,

and complications can lead to death.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

How Flu Germs Are Spread

The flu is spread mainly by droplets

made when people who have the flu

cough, sneeze, or talk. Viruses can

also spread on surfaces, but this is

less common.

People with the flu can spread the virus

before, during, and after they are sick.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

Who Gets The Flu?

Anyone can get the flu.

Some people - like very young children,

older adults, and people with

some health conditions - are at high

risk of serious complications.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

Signs and Symptoms of Flu

The signs and symptoms of flu usually

develop within 2 days after exposure.

Symptoms come on quickly and all

at once.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

Ebola

Ebola is a rare and deadly disease

caused by infection with an

Ebola virus.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

How Ebola Germs are Spread

Ebola can only be spread by direct

contact with blood or body fluids from

a person who is sick or who has died

of Ebola.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

How Ebola Germs are Spread

Ebola can only be spread by direct

contact with blood or body fluids from

objects like needles that have been

in contact with the blood or body

fluids of a person sick with Ebola.

Ebola cannot spread in the air or by

water or food.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

Who Gets Ebola?

People most at risk of getting Ebola are

healthcare providers taking care of

Ebola patients.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

Who Gets Ebola?

People most at risk of getting Ebola are

• friends and family who have had

unprotected direct contact with

blood or body fluids of a person sick

with Ebola.

Is it Flu or Ebola?

Signs and Symptoms of Ebola

The signs and symptoms of Ebola can

appear 2 to 21 days after exposure.

The average time is 8 to 10 days.

Symptoms of Ebola develop over

several days and become progressively

more severe.

•• People with Ebola cannot spread

the virus until symptoms appear.

Flu

Fever or feeling feverish

Headache

Muscle or body aches

Feeling very tired (fatigue)

Cough

Sore throat

• Runny or stuffy nose

Ebola

Fever

Severe headache

Muscle pain

Feeling very tired (fatigue)

Vomiting and diarrhea develop

after 3–6 days

Weakness (can be severe)

Stomach pain

Unexplained bleeding or bruising

For more information about the flue and Ebola,

visit

www.cdc.gov/flu and www.cdc.cov/ebola

Show of Strength

Each November,

the military Services commemorate

our sacred obligation and enduring commitment to

wounded, ill and injured Service members

and their Families and caregivers.

Show of Strength

These men and women

have personally contributed to the strength

of the force and the strength of our Nation.

Their determination and resilience

in recovery inspires us all.

Show of Strength

The theme for

this year's Warrior Care Month observance is

Show of Strength.

Show of Strength

Across the Army,

there will be weekly subthemes observed

to celebrate our commitment to the wounded,

ill and injured Soldiers

and their Families and caregivers.

Show of Strength

Subthemes include Recovery,

Reconditioning, Reintegration

and Remaining Strong.

Show of Strength

The Army's Warrior Care and Transition Program

(WCTP) supports wounded,

ill and injured Soldiers and their Families

throughout each phase of the recovery

and transition process.

Show of Strength

At 25 Warrior Transition Units, Soldiers heal,

hone vital skills and set and achieve goals

across the career, emotional, spiritual,

physical social and Family return to duty

or to enter the workforce as Veterans.

Show of Strength

Since 2007, the WCTP has supported

more than 62,000 Soldiers,

with more than 28,000 of them

returning to the force.

Show of Strength

Together, our Soldiers and our support teams

continue to demonstrate

the strength and teamwork of America's Army.

Show of Strength

Warrior Care Month is an opportunity

to honor the strength and resilience

of these incredible Soldiers,

Families and caregivers.

Show of Strength

As we support them throughout each phase

of their recovery and transition,

we also cerebrate their accomplishments.

Army Strong!

Retirees, did you know

that there are a variety of resources

available to you

through the Camp Zama Retirement Services.

Go to

http://soldierforlife.army.mil/retirement/

for the latest and most updated information

for retirees.

To subscribe to the Army Echoes go to

https://soldierforlife.army.mil/retirement/

echoes-subscription

The Army Echoes newsletter

can be downloaded (electronic edition)

to: iPhones, iPads, and Android phones

using the free Echoes apps

in the App Store (iOS)

and Google Play (Android).

The East Meets West Gift Shop

is looking for afternoon shift volunteers.

The East Meets West Gift Shop

is a community service project of

the Zama Community Spouses’ Association

(ZaCSA),

and is staffed by ZaCSA volunteers.

All proceeds go towards

the ZaCSA Community Grants and Scholarships.

Contact to ZaCSA to volunteer.

www.zacsa.org

Any and all social media platforms

that are affiliated with U.S. Army Garrison Japan

and its counterparts must be registered

with U.S. Army Garrison Japan Public Affairs Office,

per Army guidance.

If you are a social media content manager or

someone who updates and posts to

any Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, etc.

account that is related to any Garrison Japan service,

office or facility (to include

Family Readiness Groups and Unit accounts),

contact Garrison PAO at 263-3486.

All social media content managers

need to complete

WEB Content and OPSEC training at

https://iatraining.us.army.mil/index.html

by Oct. 31.

Once registered with Garrison PAO and

once WEB training has been completed,

there will be

a scheduled mandatory training session

conducted with

the social media content managers.

This mandatory training

will be conducted by Garrison PAO.

Content managers will receive

their training date after registration.

During the renovations of the U.S. Army Japan

headquarters building,

scaffolding will be placed

around the building.

This may create a narrow sidewalk

for pedestrians.

The renovations may cause noise

and possible chemical odors

from the paint application.

The scheduled phases and durations are as follows:

Phase 1: Oct. 6 - Dec. 6, 2014, (S-Wing)

Phase 2: Nov. 1 - Jan.14, 2015, (E-Wing)

Phase 3: Nov. 27 - Feb. 5, 2015, (N-Wing)

Phase 4: Jan. 6 - March 8, 2015, (W-Wing)

Phase 5: Feb. 15 - March 29, 2015, (Courtyard)

Directorate of Emergency Services

The SGD Pass office will close

from Sep. 1, 2014 to Sept. 15, 2015

Daily pass for visitors and contractors

will be issued by the security guards.

Sagami Depot Pass office Closure


SGD パスオフィスは２０１４年９月１日から２０１５年9月1日まで

クローズします。

デイリーパスは警備隊が発行いたします。

SGD パスオフィス


Special Event Pass, Long Term Visitor Pass

including Vehicle Pass

for LN employees and contractors

will be issued

at SFHA and ZAMA Pass Offices.

SGD Pass office Closure


Pass request form can be sent to:

usarmy.zama.imcom-pacific.list.

[email protected]

The pass will be issued at SFHA Pass Office

after your request is approved.

The operation hours at SFHA Pass Office will be

Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.



相模補給廠でのイベントパスや、従業員、業者の通行証、車両パスは

全て相模原住宅と、座間のパスオフィスが取り扱います。



パスのリクエストフォームを作成後下記のアドレスにても、パス発行の手続きが出来ます。

usarmy.zama.imcom-pacific.list.

[email protected]

パスの手続きが出来次第、相模原住宅のパスオフィスにて受け取る事が出来ます。

時間：月曜日から金曜日の午前８時から午後５時


CPAC’s new operation procedures

The Camp Zama CPAC has new operation procedures.

Here are some of the changes that have been made:

An appointment will be needed to discuss personal

personnel questions. Employees can either call the CPAC's

main line at 263-3755 or make an appointment in person.


The CPAC will, however, be available to managers

to discuss hiring actions at all times.

CPAC has designated Monday afternoons as their time to

work uninterrupted. During this time, specialists will be

working on vacancy announcements and/or referral lists.


They will not answer their phones or respond to emails.

For more information:

263-3755

Women, Infants, and Children

Overseas

The WIC Overseas program provides

several important benefits to help you and

your family lead healthier lives.


Overseas

The program services are provided to

eligible participants overseas:

- Active Duty Military & their Dependents

- DoD Civilian employees & their family

members

- DoD contractors & their family members


Overseas

For more information:

263-8960

The Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness

communication team recently kicked off

a 90-day communication campaign

to encourage Army spouses to take

the Global Assessment Tool (GAT 2.0).

Please help us spread the word!

The GAT 2.0 is a confidential online

self-assessment that provides users

with an overall look of

their comprehensive health and well-being.

Go to

https://www.milsuite.mil

to take the GAT 2.0. Go to

http://csf2.army.mil/

to learn more about GAT 2.0.

The Camp Zama Golf Course has

opened a designated pathway for runners.

The rules are as follows:

Runners are permitted to run

on the course

Monday through Friday only,

from the hours of 5:30 -7:30 a.m.


Runners are required to run

on cart paths only,

following the designated run route

one way only.


Runners are not permitted

to have any drinks or food of

any kind on the course.


Runners are allowed to run only the

back 9-holes, from the 10th to the 18th.

The distance from the 10 tee

to the 18 green is 2.356 miles or

3.791 kilometers.


Soldiers should not run in a group

on the golf course larger than

a squad size element.


The use of head phones are

not allowed on the course.


Runners are not permitted to conduct

any physical fitness exercises

on the course or be on the greens and/or

fairways for any reason, at any time.

Reminder of Pet Owners’ Responsibilities

The following list of responsibilities for pet owners

living on Camp Zama, Sagamihara Family

Housing Area and Sagami Depot was released

by the Housing Management Division:

- Sponsors are responsible for cleaning the areas

used by their pets.

- If kept outside, the pet’s area must be policed daily

to prevent a buildup of trash and fecal material.


- Owners must clean up waste left by their pet

during walks.

- Fecal droppings must be disposed of in sealed

plastic bags (preferably double bags) and be

placed in garbage receptacles.

- Un-bagged waste must not be placed in garbage

receptacles.


Violations can be reported to following email address:

usarmy.zama.imcom-pacific.mbx.usagj-dpw-housing-

[email protected]

You may also report violations by calling the Housing Management

Division at

263-3441 or 263-4503,

or the Family Housing and Furnishing Management Branch

at 263-3527 or 263-4136.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

263-8255

Website: SuicidePreventionLifeline.org

Japanese phones/cell: 046-407-8255

Allied Telesis: 98-263-8255

Vonage or Skype: (800) 273-8255

Military and Family Life Counselor:

263-3638

Units located on

U.S. Army Garrison Japan Honshu installations

must coordinate with

the Hazardous Material Control Center

at Sagami General Depot

when purchasing hazardous materials.

Please procure recycled, bio-based or

environmentally preferable materials

when they are available in a timely manner,

they meet your unit’s performance standards

and are reasonably priced.

U.S. military personnel and facilities, both at home and

abroad, remain potential targets for those who wish to do

them harm.

Throughout our history, the U.S. Army has tackled the

toughest challenges.

If you see something, say something.

Adversarial forces adapt their tactics to avoid strength,

exploit weakness, and demonstrate their capability to attack

at the time and place of their choosing.

Individual awareness of suspicious activities is a key element

in the identification of potential threatening actions.


Criminal assault methods have evolved over the past century

to a present-day "insider" threat possibility.

Suspicious activity reporting is a fundamental element of the

programs in place to keep both the U.S. Army Japan and U.S.

Army Garrison Japan communities safe.


From deploying units around the area of responsibility to

Corps of Engineers projects throughout Japan, every activity,

every mission and every operation will have situational

awareness.


Both the iWATCH Army and iSALUTE reporting programs are

community tools in our arsenal against threats to force

protection.


We know our missions, our operations and our

responsibilities.

Report suspicious activities to your local Military Police or

ATO by calling: 263-3002 or 911 and or off post 046-407-3002

or 046-407-911


米国軍関係者および軍事施設は、

本国、または海外に関わらず、

常にテロリストの標的になる可能性があります。

常に注意を払い、疑わしい事例について

報告することは、皆さん一人ひとりの努めです。

Commanding General USARJ

テロリストは、いつでもどこでも彼らが

攻撃できることを示すために、

相手の弱みに付け込む策略をとってきます。

個々が疑わしい行動に対して気がつくことが、

テロ活動の可能性を見きわめる鍵となります。


犯罪およびテロリストの攻撃方法は

以前と比べ格段に進化し、

今日では「内部」にある脅威の可能性に

なってきています。


疑わしい行為を報告することが、

私達米陸軍の“対テロプログラム”にとって

大事な要素となります。


iWATCH Army および iSALUTE という

2つの報告プログラムは

我々のコミュニティ内での脅威があった場合に、

誰もが報告できるツールです。


テロと疑わしい行為を確認した場合は、

最寄の軍警察（MP）に報告してください。

電話番号は 080-5903-4501 または

軍電 263-3002、あるいは 911 です。


Units located on U.S. Army Garrison Japan

Honshu installations must coordinate

with the Hazardous Material Control Center

at Sagami Depot.

Call 268-4222 for assistance.

Please procure recycled, bio-based or

environmentally preferable materials

when they are available in a timely manner,

they meet your unit's performance standards,

and are reasonably priced.

The Identification Card section

at Camp Zama’s Military Personnel Division

will begin using

the online RAPIDS appointment scheduler.

ID Card Section to Begin Online Scheduling

Visit the following link to schedule an appointment:

http://go.usa.gov/WrXQ

Call 263-4449 or 046-407-4449

for same-day appointments or further guidance.

ID Card Section to Begin Online Scheduling

All Status of Forces Agreement members,

to include children and spouses,

are required to register all privately owned bicycles.

Sponsors need to prepare USAG-J Form 1349EJ

in order to properly register

all privately owned bicycles.

Directorate of Emergency ServicesBicycle Registration

Bicycles can be registered

at the Vehicle Registration Office (Bldg. 227)

or the Sagamihara Family Housing Area

Pass and ID Office

at Gate 1.

Directorate of Emergency ServicesBicycle Registration

Serial number locations are normally found

on the below locations of any model bicycle:

Head tubeSeat tube

At rear wheel

mount

Under crank

(bottom bracket)

Common Serial Number Locations

Registrations stickers will be placed visibly

on the seat tube area:

Seat tube

The Employees Assistance Program

is a free service available

to all Department of the Army civilians

on Camp Zama and their family members.

The EAP is a confidential support service paid

for by the government to assist employees.

Employee Assistance Program

The EAP program is designed to:

Promote personal growth, mental and

Physical health, and strengthen individuals,

Families and communities.


Provide individuals with confidential referrals

to agencies that can provide assistance

for problems that can affect their performance.

Individual problems can range from emotional,

psychological, psychiatric, stress-related,

substance dependence or other challenges.


Provide comprehensive short-term counseling

and referral services to help individuals achieve

a balance between their work, family and

other personal responsibilities.


The confidentiality of individuals using

the program is carefully protected.

No information is furnished to employers,

unions, or other individuals without the express,

written permission of the participating client.


The EAP can provide tools to help deal with,

stress, relationships, financial issues,

conflict, substance abuse, impulse control,

assertiveness, anger and

a variety of other adult living issues.


The EAP is available

Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

and is located in the Resiliency

and Restoration Center, Bldg. 534.

To make an appointment, call 263-5309.


Notice for Smokers to Smoke in Designated Areas

Smokers on U.S. military

installations are reminded

that if they are smoking

during business hours

outside their office building

or place of employment,

they should do so only in

designated smoking areas

-- not near roads or

in parking lots.

Smokers must be

considerate of nonsmokers.

Notice for Smokers to Smoke in Designated Areas

SHARP Hotline (English-speaking)

090-9395-8909 or

882# from a DSN phoneCall any time to include evenings,

weekends and holidays.

通話料無料ホットライン（日本語）

0120-279-338電話番号をお確かめの上、おかけ下さい。休日祝日問わず24時間対応。

Posting Ads at Front of Bldg. 102 Not Authorized

All personnel are reminded

not to post advertisements

at the front entrance of

U.S. Army Garrison Japan headquarters, Bldg. 102.

Call 263-3829 for more information.

Provide your input or feedback online at the

U.S. Army Garrison Japan ICE site

and enter to win a prize!

http://ice.disa.milGood or bad, we’d like to know!

http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=site&site_id=365

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