Community Briefs – May 15, 2009

[B]Pams Resort hosts Family Fun Night[/B]

The Palms on Pau Pau Beach, along with Suave, Dove and Axe, is hosting a Family Fun Night set for May 22nd, at the Palms. This free event starts at 6pm, and will be held at the poolside area.

Part of the celebration will be dedicated to the official opening of the Palm’s Observatory. It is the very first observatory, equipped with research quality telescopes, in Micronesia. This will be a wonderful opportunity for families to get out and enjoy Stargazing while learning a little bit about astronomy, and having a good time.

In addition to the telescopes, face painting, treats and snacks will be offered at the poolside area.

For more information about this event, you may call 322-3311. (PR)

[B]Hopwood Family Fun Night today[/B]

Hopwood Junior High school will be holding its 2nd Annual Family Fun Night at its Chalan Piao Campus today, May 15, from 5pm to 10pm. The public is invited to come and enjoy the different fun and games, back-to-back entertainment, food, drinks, and other goodies. Bring your family and friends for a special night out. (PR)

[B]MMAC’s Team Bodig hosts hot lunch fundraiser tomorrow[/B]

The Marianas March Against Cancer’s Team Bodig will host a Hot Lunch Fundraising Event tomorrow, May 16, 2009, at the NMI Museum in Garapan (across Sugar King Park).

Team Bodig is inviting the community to support their efforts in raising much needed funds for the battle against cancer by stopping by and purchasing a delicious hot lunch for only $5 each. Luminaries will also be sold for only $5 each. All funds raised remains locally. For more information e-mail Roz Leon Guerrero at rmclguerrero@gmail.com. (PR)

[B]Military ID card personnel visit[/B]

This is to let all military identification cardholders and all concerned that the 9th Mission Support Command ID Card personnel will be on Saipan to issue new or renewal of Military ID card. They will be at the Army Reserve Center on Saipan on May 18-22, 2009. Their hours are from 8am-6pm.

For any questions or for further information, call Ruth Coleman at the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at 664-2650 or Maj. Greg Sablan at the Army Reserve Center at 322-6671. (PR)

[B]Kagman townhall meetings[/B]

Townhall meetings at the Kagman Community Center are as follows:

* Saturday, May 16, 10am-12pm: Rosemond Santos

* June: Heinz Hofschneider and Arnold Palacios

Other interested candidates may e-mail kagmankomunidatassociation@gmail.com to schedule their townhall meetings. Listen to the candidates and have them address your concerns. (PR)

[B]Stimulus funding for Kagman[/B]

Department of Commerce Secretary Michael Ada will be having a public meeting at the Kagman Community Center on Monday, May 18, at 7pm regarding stimulus funding for the Kagman area. All are invited to share concerns and ask questions. (PR)

[B]MMAC Team Ahu hosts garage sale tomorrow[/B]

2009 Marianas March Against Cancer’s Team Ahu will be having a garage sale fundraising event tomorrow, May 16, and on Sunday, May 17, 2009, from 8am to 4pm, between Atool Pl. and Benavente’s Apartment in As Lito (directional signs will be available).

Team Ahu is inviting the entire community to help support their efforts in raising funds for the battle against cancer by stopping by their garage sale and purchasing various items that will be on sale. There will be signs directing you to the venue. All proceeds raised will go toward the 2009 Marianas March Against Cancer. For more information contact Vivian Taitano at 234-1234 or via email at vtaitano@hyattsaipan.com. (PR)

[B]Kagman High School activities[/B]

Attention to parents and guardians of Kagman High School: Progress reports will be distributed on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. The monthly PTSA meeting will be held on this same day, from 6pm to 7pm at the school cafeteria. The meeting will also be held via video teleconferencing for all parents, guardians, staff and students. Parents from Marpi, As Matuis, San Roque, Tanapag, and Sadog Tasi can go to GTC Elementary School to attend the meeting. For more information call 237-3840 or 237-3832; fax 664-3788. (PR)

[B]Kagman Elementary calendar of events[/B]

* May 15: Early dismissal of students at 12pm, 4th Quarter Mid-Progress report distribution to parents and guardians at 1:30pm-4:30pm.

* May 18-22: PSS Standard Based Assessment Week for the following students in each affected grade levels: 3rd, 4th, 5th grades and also to include CCLHS in 4th grade level. Students attendance is highly encouraged. SBA is from 8am to 10am, Monday-Friday.

* Registration is ongoing for SY 2009-10 for Kinder to 5th grade students. Parents and guardians must provide the following: Birth certificate, health clearance, health insurance, map of their residence, and legal guardianship from the court in order for any student to be registered without the biological parents. (PR)

[B]MHS Class of ’70 preps for reunion[/B]

The first graduates of Marianas High School, the Class of 1970, is gearing up for its 40th class reunion next year, 2010. As a kicker, the group will be having a potluck picnic for all classmates, on Sunday, May 24, at the Carolinian Utt from 9:30am until 4:30pm. A meeting for the last-minute preparation of the picnic will be held on May 14, Thursday, at the Marianas High School conference room, Building H. at 6pm. All classmates are encouraged to attend this very important gathering. For more information, contact any of the following: Pakito, 234-3182/3/4; Potu, 483-6367 or ablascabrera@hotmail.com; or Maggie Camacho, 322-7367/287-6222 or maggieccamacho@gmail.com. (PR)

[B]Marianas High School Schedule[/B]

* May 15: Advanced Placement Exams

* May 13: 4th Quarter Mid-Progress Report distribution (report will be distributed to students)

* May 18-22: PSS Standards Based Assessment tests

* May 25: No classes (Memorial Day)

* June 11: Graduation ceremony

* June 15: End of 4th Quarter

For questions or concerns contact 237-3206.

[B]Puengin Inetnon next Friday[/B]

Puengin Inetnon will resume next Friday, May 22, at 4:30pm-10pm at the Kagman Community Center Parking Lot. Puengin Inetnon is Kagman’s Friday Night Market for food, drinks, snacks, clothing, arts and crafts. It will be held every government payday Friday. The Kagman Komunidat Association is looking for vendors to sell produce and fish due to popular demand by customers. Other vendors are also invited. Call the Kagman Post Office at 256-POST or email kagmankomunidatassociation@gmail.com for more info. (PR)

[B]Kagman Flea Market next Saturday[/B]

The Kagman Saturday Flea Market will resume next Saturday, May 23, at 8am at the Kagman Community Center Parking Lot. It will be held every government payday Saturday. Individuals can sell their used items for only $5 and will be provided with a tent and table. Come and sell your used item at the fastest growing village in the Marianas. Interested individuals can call the Kagman Post Office at 256-POST or email kagmankomunidatassociation@gmail.com for more info. (PR)

[B]John Gonzales Live schedule for May 2009[/B]

May 20, 2009 LIVE @ 7-8 pm – Replays 5/24 and 5/25 at 7-8 pm

* Living with Cancer in the CNMI & Marianas March Against Cancer

* Cancer survivors and MMAC 2009 representative

May 27, 2009 LIVE – Replays 5/31 and 6/1 at 7-8pm

* PSS stimulus funding opportunities

* PSS Commissioner Rita A. Sablan, EdD., PSS Federal Programs Tim Thornburgh, and PSS Financial Consultant Ed S. Tenorio

Shows air on KSPN Channel 2. LIVE Text: 285-META; LIVE Call: 287-4230; E-mail: johngonzales@pticom.com. (PR)