COMMUNITY BRIEFS May 21, 2009

If you are a year 5-12 student and would like some expert help and advice with your homework or study, take advantage of the Homework Assistance Program being offered by Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, funded through IMLS Competitive Grant.

Students can get help with their homework from the library’s knowledgeable staff to strengthen their skills in academic areas. This program also helps young people to view homework as an opportunity to learn to work independently, complete projects on time, and feel positive about their accomplishments.

The after-school tutors might work with teachers to find out what kids are learning during the day and what homework assignments they have in order to provide tutoring to reinforce what is taught during the school day.

Interested parents and students are encouraged to register as early as possible due to limited seats. For more information, call 235-7322 or 235-7329. [B][I](PR)[/I][/B] [B]Palms Resort hosts Family Fun Night tomorrow[/B]

The Palms Resort on Pau Pau Beach, along with Suave, Dove and Axe, is hosting a Family Fun Night tomorrow, May 22, 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. [B][I](PR)[/I][/B] [B]Puengin Inetnon resumes tomorrow[/B]

Puengin Inetnon will resume tomorrow, 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. I-Candy will perform and the library’s bookmobile will be present. Puengin Inetnon 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. [B][I](PR)[/I][/B] [B]Kagman Flea Market resumes Saturday[/B]

The Kagman Saturday Flea Market will resume on 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. [B][I](PR)[/I][/B] [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 are currently on Saipan to issue new or renewal of Military ID card. They will be at the Army Reserve Center on Saipan until Friday, May 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. [B][I](PR)[/I][/B] [B]Kagman Elementary calendar of events[/B]

-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. [B][I](PR)[/I][/B]