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Marines and their families prepare plates of local Okinawan food at a party Oct. 30 at Hikarigaoka Nursing Home. The party was held to thank Marines who have been volunteering at the nursing home for more than two decade. The party consisted of three major events. First, local Okinawan foods were served, followed by the Marines and staff dancing to several songs, then karaoke of American and Japanese songs. The Marines are with 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. - Marines and their families prepare plates of local Okinawan food at a party Oct. 30 at Hikarigaoka Nursing Home. The party was held to thank Marines who have been volunteering at the nursing home for more than two decade. The party consisted of three major events. First, local Okinawan foods were served, followed by the Marines and staff dancing to several songs, then karaoke of American and Japanese songs. The Marines are with 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force.
Santa Claus, portrayed by 1st Sgt. Nelson A. Hidalgoguerrero, greets a nursing home resident with a “Merry Christmas!” at the Hikari Gaoka nursing home as part of a community outreach event. The recent celebration is an annual event between the residents, staff and service members. Hidalgoguerrero is the first sergeant of Service Company, 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, III MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released) - Santa Claus, portrayed by 1st Sgt. Nelson A. Hidalgoguerrero, greets a nursing home resident with a “Merry Christmas!” at the Hikari Gaoka nursing home as part of a community outreach event. The recent celebration is an annual event between the residents, staff and service members. Hidalgoguerrero is the first sergeant of Service Company, 7th Communication Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, III MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)