HUNT DOWN 50,000 EGGS AT EGGSPLOSION
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CELEBRATE MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD with Kadena FSS See pages 20 - 21.
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18th Force Support Squadron Director Ms. Vicki Fragomeli 718th Force Support Squadron Commander Lt Col Jama K. Stilwell
MARKETING Marketing Director Barbara Fuller Video Producer Att Eachus
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Karing Kennels Kadena Library FCC A&FRC Education & Training Arts & Crafts Center Schilling Community Center Youth Center Teen Center
Kadena ITT Okuma Beach
Writer/Editor Ellen Ice Publicity Assistant Jae Mi Cracolici Account Executives Briana Slagle Autumn Webb Natalie Amara Meagan Abell Web Content Manager Leeann McCathern Photographer Kylie Austin Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome
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Golf Aquatics Auto Hobby Outdoor Recreation Kadena Marina Emery Lanes Risner Fitness Center Risner Sports Pro Shop Aero Club
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Venture magazine is designed to inform and entertain the individuals who use Kadena Force Support Squadron facilities. For article source information, please contact Kadena Force Support Squadron Marketing. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Kadena Air Base, DoD, or the U.S. Air Force. For information on Venture magazine, call Kadena Force Support Squadron Marketing at 634-5078 or email venture@kadenafss.com. Interested in advertising or commercial sponsorship? Visit www.kadenafss.com/more/sponsorship or email sponsorship@kadenafss.com. 月刊ベンチャーマガジンへの広告掲載、嘉手納基地福 利厚生施設(各種)イベントへのスポンサー支援に関する お問い合わせ先: sponsorship@kadenafss.com（日本語可） www.kadenafss.com/more/sponsorship Note: Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change. KADENA AIR BASE
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Officers’ Club Skoshi Rocker Rocker Enlisted Club
Chili’s Kazoku Place Limited Time Offers Food Truck Clubs Easter Buffets
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Welcome to Venture magazine! April means spring break for the kids, and we have TONS of awesome programming to keep your littles busy during their time off. To get them out of the house, check out our discounted fun at Kadena Marina and Outdoor Recreation on pg. 35. Arts & Crafts also has plenty of activities this month, from craft camp to origami and calligraphy! Also, don’t miss one of our biggest events of the year - Eggsplosion! Hunt down 50,000 eggs, jump around in bounce houses, and maybe even spot the Easter bunny. If you’re looking for some selfimprovement this spring, make sure to attend the Money Management course at the Airman & Family Readiness Center on 8 April. Looking to improve professionally? Mark your calendar for 28 April, to cross the Resume & Interview Skills class off your list! For this month’s Day in the Life Article, we talked to the 733d Air Mobility Squadron. They gave us information on PCS-ing via the Passenger Terminal, Space-A travel, and getting your pets on the rotater. Check out pgs 42-43! Earth Day is also this month, and the Library has an important discussion series about how we can do our best to preserve the world we live in! Learn how to upcycle a t-shirt while you get more information on how to reduce your environmental footprint. Spring is a time of growth, and we hope our readers grow while reading Venture magazine. For quick access to Venture while out and about, head to our website kadenafss.com and click on the ‘Venture’ tab to read digital Venture on the go! Thank you for reading, and have a wonderful month.
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Try our new line of Ancestry pet food! Ancestry offers a variety of dog food flavors including chicken, duck, and beef in two size options. Coming soon we will be carrying the Ancestry cat food, too!
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Organization of Military Community Writers Saturdays • 11 & 25 April • 10:30 am Ages 18 & over Looking to bounce ideas off of others? Join your fellow writers for this drop-in group! Bring your original pieces to share with others, receive feedback and constructive criticism, float ideas around, and get answers about being published! Roastmasters Tuesday • 14 April • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Ages 18 & over Public speaking and conducting presentations are invaluable skills for career advancement and personal growth. Come be a part of our Roastmasters Club, where you will gain confidence, learn new and useful presentation skills, and enhance your public speaking abilities in a fun environment with free coffee! This club meets every month. Adult Book Club Monthly Meeting Wednesday • 15 April • 6 pm Ages 18 & over Join us for the April meeting of the Kadena Library Adult Book Club! This is an interactive club where members get to pick the genre and everyone gets to vote on the book we read each month! This month’s book selection is “The Immortalists” by Chloe Benjamin. Like our Facebook page @KadenaBaseLibraryAdultBookClub to stay up to date and join the conversation!
Afternoon Movie Break Tuesdays • 2:30 pm | Thursdays • 3:30 pm Is your homework done? Then, kick back and watch a movie at the Library! Movies will be rated PG or PG-13 and will vary across genres. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. iStation Drop-In Sundays • 5 & 19 April • 1 pm - 4 pm Ages 10 & over The Library has a ton of fun equipment available to get your creativity flowing! Hang out in the iStation for this drop-in program and try out a variety of STEM items available for hands-on use. We have ozobots™, littleBits™, Snap Circuits™, and more. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. PuppyTales Thursdays • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Are you a beginner or reluctant reader in search of a good listener while you practice your reading skills? We have the pups for you! Our furry friends are quiet, patient listeners who are ready to listen while you read out loud. Readers may sign up for a 15-minute time slot. Registration is required and space is limited. Stop by the Library to fill out paperwork and to check this month’s schedule of available sessions.
Climate Reality Discussion Series: Earth Day
Wednesday • 22 April • 3 pm - 5 pm Earth Day is a worldwide celebration in support of environmental protection and 2020 is the 50th anniversary of this event. Stop by the Library to learn how to upcycle a t-shirt into a book bag (no sewing skills required!) and to find out other ways to take action to reduce your environmental footprint. The Library will have a limited number of shirts on hand, but feel free to bring a shirt that’s too worn out to wear and too loved to toss. Learn. Discuss. Act. The library will be closed on Friday, 24 April for a staff training day.
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FCC Family Happenings Military Child Spirit Week
PCS Child Care from FCC PCSing soon or did you just arrive? You are eligible to receive 20 hours of childcare per child in certified Family Child Care homes. PCS care is available for all branches stationed on Kadena. Additional information and PCS orders are required. Contact Family Child Care at 634-0514 for details.
Give Parents A Break
6 - 10 April
Monday • Tie and Tutu Day Tuesday• Wacky Hair or Hair Bow Day Wednesday • Sports Team Day Thursday • Mix and Match Day Friday • Purple Up! Day
Saturday •18 April • 5 pm - 9 pm Niko Niko CDC & Himawari SAC | Ages 6 weeks to 12 years Register by noon on Friday, 10 April. Give Parents a Break is designed to provide child care to active duty Air Force families with deployed or TDY spouses and those with special hardships. Sign up to take advantage of this great resource, and give yourself a break! • Receive a referral from the A&FRC or speak with your commander or first sergeant. • Contact the participating facilities for more information.
Parents’ Night Out Saturday •18 April • 5 pm - 9 pm Niko Niko CDC & Himawari SAC | Ages 6 weeks to 12 years Register by noon on Friday, 10 April. If you don’t qualify for a referral but still need a break, Parents’ Night Out is for you! For just $20 you can participate as well. Parents’ Night Out is open to all ranks and services, but spaces are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Contact the participating facilities for more information.
CDC’s Purple Up! Day
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Airman & Family Readiness Center Green Card/Immigrant Visa Briefing Friday • 3 April • 10 am - Noon Call to register at 634-3366. Learn from the U.S. Consulate General Naha office representative the step-by-step process of filing Immigrant Visa I-130 paperwork. Come prepared to meet with a representative to submit I-130 documentation. Visit jp.usembassy.gov for more details on the required I-130 paperwork. グリーンカードと移民ビザ説明会 4月3日(金曜日) • 午前10時∼午後12時 事前登録を６３４３３６６まで、お電話にてお願いします。 グリーンカード申請手続きの詳細やアドバイスを提供し質 問にお答えする機会を持ちます。提出するI-130文書を準 備してご参加ください。必要なI-130書類の詳細について は、jp.usembassy.govをご覧ください。
Money Management Wednesday • 8 April • 9:30 am - 11 am Register by Tuesday, 7 April. Are you ready for summer vacation? Learn how to create and establish a working budget. Explore ways to manage savings and checking accounts while reducing debt based on your own individual goals. EFMP Art Exploration Thursdays • 9 & 23 April • 3 pm - 4:30 pm Ages 3 & over Call to register at 634-3366. Join us for a quick break to explore a new art medium, work on your artistic skills, and chat with other artists in the making. Seating is limited.
Resume and Interview Skills Tuesday • 28 April • 9 am - 11 am Register by Monday, 27 April. Time to spruce up your resume and hone your interview skills. Join us for a crash course through the latest resume practices and opportunity to brush up on your interview skills. Space Available Travel Friday • 1 May • 9 am - 10 am Register by Thursday, 30 April. Learn the tips and tricks of using Space-A travel. Hear from customs and immigration and passenger terminal representatives on the signup process and what to expect when you show for roll call. Executive Transition Assistance Program 1 - 5 June • 7:30 am - 4 pm WAITLIST ONLY! Register by Friday, 15 May. The objective of ETAP is to provide knowledge and information about the personal and professional transition process, and the strategies necessary to conduct a successful job search for a leadership or executive position in Corporate America or civil service. ETAP offers personalized career transition counseling for all aspects of re-employment with emphasis on in-depth career planning to develop realistic and achievable professional goals. Topics will include translation of military skills to the civilian workforce, resume building tips, job search strategies, maneuvering through job interviews, and salary and/or benefits negotiations. Open to active duty E-9 and 0-6 and above branches of service.
Department of Labor Vocational Training Track 20 - 21 April • 9 am - 4 pm Register by Friday, 17 April. The DOL Vocational Training Track offers the opportunity for participants to complete a personalized career development assessment of occupational interests and abilities. Participants are guided through a variety of career considerations including labor market projections, education, apprenticeships, certifications, and licensures requirements. Airman & Family Readiness Center • 634-3366 | Building 220 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT USAJOBS.GOV
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TRAINING CENTER Head’s Up! The CCAF recognition ceremony will be held on Wednesday, 10 June, at 3 pm at the Rocker Enlisted Club. Come out and show your support for a well-earned achievement!
Need a test proctored for your finals? Register by visiting: www.asia.umgc.edu/ntc UMGC Asia will provide third party testing for other school’s placement testing, course examinations, and various independent certifications.
College Corner Emery Riddle Aeronautical University • Online-only term begins 20 April! • Registration for Term V (onsite) will run from 31 May to 1 August. Troy University • Term 5 registration starts 4 May! University of Maryland Global Campus • Summer Session 1 starts in May! Onsite • 11 May Online • 1 - 20 May Online Seminar • 1 - 18 May
Scheduling Your Third-Party Exam 1. Arrangements must be made by visiting the NTC homepage, choosing the desired location for the exam to take place, and contacting the designated proctor for that site or emailing the site specific account. 2. Testing will be conducted on a space available basis. 3. There will be a credit card fee of $25 for the first three hours of the exam and an additional $10 for every subsequent hour, and with no test exceeding six hours. 4. Your exam is scheduled through your direct coordination between our proctors and your institution/organization.
TOEFL Test Dates 11 April and 2 June Sign up now for the AFOQT test on 20 April!
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SENIOR AIRMEN The 20E5 WAPS test cycle runs 1 May to 15 June!
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Arts & Crafts 966-7347 | Building 435
Kids Activities in April • April Craft Camp • Month of the Military Child After School Camp • Kids & Canvas • Teens & Teens Paint Night • After School Paint Class • Easy Origami • 3D Origami • Bamboo Sumi-e Painting • Calligraphy in Kanji • DIY Bath Bombs NOW FOR AGES 8 and up! Month of the Military Child Specials • Siggi Special in the Ceramics Shop Thursday • 30 April • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 7 - 12 • Take 25% off kids crafts all month long. • Kids acrylics paint fees are FREE in the Ceramics Shop all month long. All Month of the Military Child offers apply to military dependents ages 18 and under. Graphics Shop Military Child Challenge Coin $5 per coin Haisai Shisa: Shisa Ceramic Plate Recharge For Resiliency $24 • Per student | $5 • R4R student Thursday • 16 April • 5 pm - 7:30 pm More info on pg. 23.
Kids Wood Shop Class Wednesday • 22 April • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm $10 • Ages 12 - 16 We will be creating a cutting board! Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18 years of age or over. The Frame Shop Class Is BACK! Saturday • 18 & 25 April | 2 session class 9 am - 11 am $30 • Ages 16 & over Learn how to create custom frames for your favorite family photos during the Basic Frame Shop Class! Every person who takes the class receives a shop card allowing you to use the Frame Shop anytime to create your own frames. Pint-Sized Picasso Photo Contest Share your child’s art with the Arts & Crafts Center via Facebook @KadenaArtsAndCrafts by commenting on our designated ‘Pint-Sized Picasso’ post or direct message on Instagram. Once you submit his or her art, your child will be entered to win our Month of the Military Child Grand Prize! The grand prize includes a $50 shopping spree, your child’s art framed for free through the Frame Shop, and the piece will be displayed at the Arts & Crafts Center for the month of May. Itty-Bitty Creativity FREE every Tuesday in April • 11 am - Noon 14 April - Dandelions 21 April - Earth Day 28 April - Showa Day Crane
Participants must register at the Arts & Crafts Center at least 48 hours prior to each session.
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Saturday • 11 April 10 am - 2 pm Get ready for Eggsplosion! This is the biggest egg hunt on Okinawa featuring bounce houses, festival rides, and food. Bunnies will be walking around for photo opportunities. There are 50,000 eggs for the kids to hunt down! Find the golden egg for a special prize. Visit kadenafss.com/eggsplosion for the egg hunt schedule and more information. Schilling Community Center 634-1387 | Building 455
SUMMER SERIES Games start • 6 pm $15 • Adult card | $8 • Kid card
15 May | 19 June | 17 July Unplug and tune in to family fun this summer! After a day of exploring Okinawa or rushing around running errands, take time out to enjoy old-fashioned fun. Each month will have its own theme. What will it be? Save the date and discover for yourself. Schilling Community Center • 634-1387 | Bldg. 455
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Teen Center
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$40 • Per year The Teen Center is the coolest place to be. Join one of our many clubs including Keystone and the Gaming Club. Participate in fun field trips all around Okinawa, or hang out on a Friday night at one of our awesome events! Our facility has a snack bar, gaming consoles, pool tables, and so much more. Stop by today for a tour! Building 499 • 634-3866
Youth Center
$40 • Per year The Youth Center has so much to offer you and your children. From sports to cooking club, dance classes to cultural familiarities, there’s something for the kid in your life! To enjoy these activities, register as a member today. Building 1849 • 634-0500
Roller Slide Hop Monday • 6 April • 11 am - 4 pm Register by Wednesday, 1 April. $5 • Members | $10 • Nonmembers Come adventure with us as we explore some of Okinawa’s most exciting roller slide parks. Stunning 360-degree views await atop the tower as you begin your descent down the twists and turns! Gain speed along the way, and get an appreciation for our tropical paradise. Lunch is provided. This activity is weather dependent. Round 1 Tuesday • 7 April • 10 am - 4 pm $20 • Members | $25 • Nonmembers Register by Thursday, 2 April. Experience this multi-storied fun factory of sorts with friends as we try our hand at all available sports and games! Outlast each other on the mechanical bull or skate in circles around one another on the rink. Venture up to the roof for some team sports or practice below individually on the arcade games. There will be something for everyone. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Cultural Exchange Ice Cream Social Wednesday • 8 April • 2 pm - 4 pm Cool off with a celebratory customized sundae after single elimination tournament play of many different games. Later, enjoy being treated to a traditional Ryukyu cultural dance performance from our special guest visitors. Purple Up! Day Thursday • 9 April • Noon - 4 pm Celebrate the Month of the Military Child as Torch Club hosts a fair-themed day full of fun activities, complete with comfort foods we all know and love. Honor one another by wearing as much purple as possible. Field Trip to Okuma Beach Friday • 10 April • 9 am - 5:30 pm Register by Tuesday 7, April. $35 • Members | $40 • Nonmembers Take a trip up north with us as we spend a leisurely day at Okuma Beach. Race your friends on the go-kart track. Attempt a hole-in-one on the miniature golf course. Try to not get thrown off the famous Banana Boat. Enjoy all these activities and more in the crystal clear waters. Lunch is included. Spring Fling Dance Friday • 24 April • 7 pm - 9 pm $2 • Members | $5 • Nonmembers Usher in the change of the season to the beats of our special DJ as we strut our stuff on the dance floor. Request your favorite songs and potentially win a door prize! Socialize with your friends and end the week with a high note.
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Culinary & Health Camp 6 - 10 April • 3 pm - 5 pm $20 • Per person Our spring break culinary camp will focus on basic kitchen techniques, food handling, and developing healthy menus. Registration and permission slip is required. Photography Camp 6 - 10 April • 2 pm - 3:30 pm $40 • Per person Learn to take better photos with 18 FSS’s marketing team. This camp will teach you about exposure, aperture, composition, lighting, and editing. Registration and permission slip is required.
Paintball Field Trip Wednesday • 8 April • Noon - 4 pm $45 • Per person Get out of the house and join us on the field for a friendly game of paintball! Work on individual and team strategy tactics. Registration and permission slip is required. Military Youth of the Month Friday • 3 April • 3:30 pm Join us as we recognize March’s Youth of the Month! This student is a role model and respects their peers and Teen Center Staff.
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Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month APRIL 2020 EVENTS
1100 - 1300 @ Kadena BX Food Court
STRIKE OUT SEXUAL ASSAULT BOWLING 1100 – 1300 @ Emery Lanes For more information or to volunteer, contact us at DSN: 634-0180 / 634-3734 or 18wg.sarc@us.af.mil SAPR HOTLINE DSN 634-7272 / 098-961-7272 18 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
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BETTER SPORTS FOR KIDS QUALITY PROGRAM PROVIDER OF THE YEAR! Written by: Ellen Ice
Congratulations Kadena Youth Sports Fitness (YSF) for an incredible achievement! Kadena YSF won this notable award for 2018-2019, and their hard work and dedication has brought home the title of Provider of the Year for a second year in a row. Rudy McGriff, the Youth Sports and Fitness director during the award period, said the award is a testament to his staff’s and volunteers’ unwavering committment to the kids. “My team puts in a ton of hard work and a lot of hours to make this program successful,” Mr. McGriff said. YSF serves over 1,500 children annually from ages 3 15. He said they offer basketball, cheer, soccer, volleyball, baseball, and softball. “Kadena offers a lot with the minimal spaces we are working with,” Mr. McGriff said. His best advice to parents waiting to get their child on a team is to be patient and know that YSF is working their hardest to accommodate everyone. YSF serves all families with SOFA status. He advises anyone who is PCS-ing to the island to contact YSF as soon as possible, to set their children up for success.
Ms. Saex said, “My favorite part of the job is watching the kids play and see them develop their skills. That is very rewarding.” Additionaly, both Mr. McGriff and Ms. Saxe were sure to mention their 450 volunteer coaches and staff. “We couldn’t have gotten this award without the coaches’ support,” Ms. Saxe said. She said they are an invaluable asset to the program, and they are always looking for more volunteers as PCS season comes around. If you’re interested in coaching and being a part of an award-winning organization, stop by Youth Sports Fitness at Bldg. 499!
we couldn’t have gotten this award without the coaches’ support.
“They come over leaving their friends in the states, and we want to make it easier for them to meet new kids and the best way to do that is to be on a team,” Mr. McGriff said. Mr. McGriff and assistant director, Ms. Maricel Saxe, say their love of the children is why they have the level of committment and dedication from the entire YSF staff. From left to right: Mr. Masayuki Asato, Ms. Eliza Ching, Mr. Rudy McGriff, Ms. Marciel Saxe & Mr. Raizo Asato FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT USAJOBS.GOV
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Felicity, Age 7 Written by: Ellen Ice
Audrey, Age 6
April is Month of the Military Child, and 18 FSS wants to honor all children whose parents serve. We recognize the strength and resiliency it takes to move every few years, switch schools, and make new friends. Because I am not a mother myself (I don’t think my dog, Pig, or my cat, Maxwell Todd, count in this instance), I talked to the beautiful family gracing the cover of this month’s Venture magazine. Maj. Jackson Dashiell, otherwise known by his call sign ‘Bash’, has been in the Air Force for over a decade. He has lived in locations all over the world, with his wife, Stephanie, daughters Felicity and Audrey, and son Tripp by his side. Dashiell is a HH-60 pilot attached to the 33rd Rescue Squadron. He can get a call at a moment’s notice to rescue someone in distress, leaving his family without warning. His seven-year-old daughter, Audrey, is at the age where she is beginning to understand the gravity of her dad’s job.
Tripp, Age 1
“My daddy saved a guy who was lost,” Audrey told me. While we were doing the photo shoot, the kids were obviously ecstatic. They understood a little of why we were out there, with six-year-old Felicity saying to me, “it’s about us!” When I asked the girls what was their favorite part of their dad being a pilot, they both exclaimed, “when we get to sit in the helicopter with daddy!” The obvious enthusiasm for their dad’s job was infectious.
“My daddy saved a guy who was lost!”
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It’s incredible to me how kids adapt to such a sometimes-volatile lifestyle. When I asked Maj Dashiell what he wanted to say to his family for their support, his response was perfect, “I can’t thank them enough, especially with the children, they sacrifice so much and they never really volunteer for it… It’s just a life that they inherited, and I’m so grateful for all they go through, they move every couple years and have to make all new friends and I can’t thank them enough.” This is the exact reason why we celebrate Month of the Military Child. The girls didn’t want to forget their mom either though, and Felicity told me, “Thank you to my mom for cleaning the house!” At 18 FSS we have a few activities planned in April to give back, and it’s the least we can do. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to all the military families and especially children sacrificing every single day.
“I can’t thank them enough, especially with the children, they sacrifice so much and they never really volunteer for it.”
PURPLE UP! With 18 FSS Military Child Spirit Week SACs & CDCs 6 - 10 April Monday • Tie and Tutu Day Tuesday• Wacky Hair or Hair Bow Day Wednesday • Sports Team Day Thursday • Mix and Match Day Friday • Purple Up! Day CDC’s Purple Up! Day Every Friday in April we encourage kids at the SACs & CDCs to wear purple to celebrate the Month of the Military Child! Purple Up! Day at the Youth Center Thursday • 9 April • Noon - 4 pm Celebrate the Month of the Military Child as Torch Club hosts a fair-themed day full of fun activities, complete with comfort foods we all know and love. Honor one another by wearing as much purple as possible.
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Graphics Shop at Arts & Crafts Military Child Challenge Coin $5 • Per coin Month of the Military Child Specials at Arts & Crafts • Siggi Special in the Ceramics Shop Thursday • 30 April • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 7 - 12 • Take 25% off kids crafts all month long. • Kids acrylics paint fees are FREE in the Ceramics Shop all month long. All Month of the Military Child offers apply to military dependents ages 18 and under. Month of the Military Child After School Camp at Arts & Crafts Check out the photo contest on pg. 11!
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Ie Island Lily Festival 25 April - 6 May
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kadena itt 966-7333 | BUILDING 455 Valley of Gangala & Okinawa War Museum New Tour! Sunday • 12 April • 10 am - 5pm $50 • Ages 12 & over | $25 Ages 6 - 11 $10 • Ages 4 - 5 | $5 • Ages 3 & under $20 • Single Airman Program Join us for a guided tour through the Valley of Gangala, an ancient and sacred forest where the guardian of time supposedly dwells. Walk throughout the limestone cave created hundreds of thousands of years ago. Learn about the prehistoric people who lived at this location 20,000 years ago. Then, visit Peace Prayer Park and the Okinawan War Museum. Learn about the Battle of Okinawa, designated the deadliest battle of World War II with over 250,000 casualties. Very Popular Ie Island Lily Festival 2 & 3 May • 7:15 am - 5 pm Don’t miss Japan’s earliest lily festival! See Ie Island transform into a sea of white blooms during the Lily Festival, with the ocean scenery providing a stunning backdrop. Also included is an informative tour visiting Ie Island’s local attractions. Naha Dragon Boat Race Sells Out Quickly Tuesday • 5 May • 11 am - 5 pm The Naha Dragon Boat Race, aka the “Hari”, is a festival promoting good luck and bountiful catches to the local fisherman. The Hari refers to the boat used in the race that was introduced to Okinawa through China during the Ryukyu Dynasty roughly 600 years ago. In addition to the boat races, enjoy entertainers, live music, vendors, and much more.
Spring Break Fun Sunday • 5 April Coral Dyeing & Kokusai Street 9:30 am - 2:30 pm $48 • Ages 13 & over | $25 • Ages 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under Monday • 6 April Explore the North 8:15 am - 5 pm $50 • Ages 13 & over | $40 • Ages 6 - 12 $17 • Ages 3 - 5 | $5 • Ages 2 & under Tuesday • 7 April Ice Skating & Ice Cream 10:30 am - 3:30 pm $35 • Ages 18 & over | $33 • Ages 7 - 17 $15 • Ages 6 & under with skates $5 • Ages 6 & under without skates Wednesday • 8 April Bios on the Hill & Cape Zanpa 9 am - 4 pm $45 • Ages 13 & over | $25 • Ages 6 - 12 $15 • Ages 4 - 5 | $5 • Ages 3 & under Deployed Affected Program Price $30 • Ages 13 & over | $20 • Ages 6 - 12 $15 • Ages 4 - 5 | $5 • Ages 3 & under
Thursday • 9 April Churaumi Aquarium 10 am - 5 pm $36 • Ages 18 & over | $31 • Ages 16 - 17 $25 • Ages 6 - 15 | $5 • Ages 5 & under Friday • 10 Friday Forest Adventure Zip-Lining 9 am - 2 pm $40 • Ages 10 & over Saturday • 11 April Yotsutake Dinner Theater 5:30 pm - 10 pm $60 • Ages 13 & over with a lobster $45 • Ages 13 & over without a lobster $25 • Ages 6 - 12 | $5 • Ages 5 & under Bingata & Ice Cream 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm $65 • Ages 13 & over | $50 • Ages 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under Deployed Affected Program Price $20 • Ages 6 & over | $5 • Ages 5 & under
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OKUMA BEACH
Scuba Diving Program
Mother’s Day Weekend
It doesn’t matter if you are a pro or a newbie to scuba diving, Okuma now serves a wide range of scuba diving programs such as dive & dine, dive trips, and scuba diving classes.
8 - 10 May
Spring Break at Okuma 3 - 12 April Welcome the spring sunshine by participating in fun outdoor activities, camp under the stars, and let the good times roll. Find the full list of spring break activities at facebook.com/theokumabeach.
Color Fun Run Saturday • 4 April • 4 pm $12 • Per person Let us make your run colorful! Enjoy our 1.5-mile fun run while you get blasted with colorful chalk! The price includes the registration fee and a t-shirt. The race starts at 5:30 pm!
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Friday • 8 May Family Bingo • 7 pm Saturday • 9 May Crafts for Kids • 2 pm - 4 pm Let the kids create a special handmade card just for mom! Parent Child Dance • 5 pm - 9 pm Spend Mother’s Day showing off your dance moves with your children. All parents and children are welcome! Sunday • 10 May Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet • 8 am - 2 pm Spend the day celebrating your amazing mom with a delicious brunch at Surfside Grill & Bar! The buffet will feature pancakes, sausage, French toast, fried chicken, sausage gravy, sautéed beef biscuits, bacon, sautéed fresh vegetables, and more.
Find your escape!
Cinco de Mayo Buffet
Memorial Day Weekend
Tuesday • 5 May • Noon - 2 pm $9.95 • Per person Build your own soft or hard-shell tacos or taco rice! Enjoy our great tacos plate after plate after plate at Surfside Grill & Bar.
22 - 25 May
Asian American and Pacific Islander Celebration Okuma Surfside Patio Saturday • 16 May • Noon - 8 pm Okuma will be celebrating Pacific Island Heritage Month with a special luau event. Entertainment includes a live band, Hawaiian & island dance groups, and a traditional luau buffet. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.
Friday • 22 May Family Bingo • 7 pm Saturday • 23 May Fun activities for kids and families during the daytime, with kiddie disco and a live DJ at night. Sunday • 24 May Fun activities for kids during the daytime, and “Battle on the Beach” from 2 pm until 9 pm at the Surfside Grill & Bar patio. Six live bands across multiple genres will play. Stop by our hot dog and burger bar from noon - 5 pm on the patio. Monday • 25 May Street performers & DJ at the Surfside Grill & Bar patio.
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ONE-Stop Service. Make it Easy! • FREE oil change for 4 times in 2 years • FREE Shuttle to and from your accommodation to PIT STOP • Two years of FREE maintenance (Preventative maintenance performed prior to delivery) • Buy Here & Pay Here with 0% financing up to 24 months • Best Price for Japanese Car Inspection (JCI) • Guarantee Buy Back after 2 years. Only applicable to vehicles purchased at Pit Stop • Chubb Insurance available on site • Air Force Club member receives 10% OFF the labor cost for JCI or repair
Exclusive Benefits to Kadena Club Members!
$1,000 COUPON PER CLUB MEMBER Applied toward purchase of a vehicle at Pit Stop.
Visit the Kadena Club Customer Service for your $1,000 off voucher, then call Pit Stop for shuttle service!
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TRAVEL
Splash PARTY OKUMA PRESENTS
WATER ATTRACTIONS
SATURDAY • 11 APRIL ALL DAY
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Celebrate spring break at Okuma! This family friendly, all day event includes various land based water activities sure to be fun for everyone. Participate in Okinawa’s largest water balloon fight, as well as a slip n’ slide, inflatable water slide, and water gun fights! Customers are encouraged to bring their own water guns to Okuma, which can be used in a designated “battle zone.” Enjoy live entertainment and an island style buffet on the patio at the Surfside Grill & Bar. OKUMA BEACH • 631-1990 | SURFSIDE GRILL & BAR • 631-1805 • 098-962-1805
E L T T BA Beach on the UMA at OK
Sunday • 24 May • 2 pm - 9 pm Six live bands across multiple genres will play on the patio outside of Surfside Grill & Bar. A hot dog and burger bar will be served from noon - 5 pm, so grab some food and listen to our local artists compete!
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RECHARGE FOR RESILIENCY Single Airman Bowling at Emery Lanes Mondays • 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Airmen on unaccompanied orders can come in and get three games and shoes for free! Those eligible are single airmen of all ranks plus one guest.
Local Snorkel Trip with Kadena Marina Monday • 6 April $15 • Rec-On | $69 • Regular price Hiking with Outdoor Recreation Mt. Atta with Kids Wednesday • 8 April • 8:30 am - 2 pm $10 • Rec-On | Ages 3 & over Mt Ishikawa Thursday • 9 April • 9 am - 1 pm $10 • Rec-On | Ages 6 & over Bouldering with Outdoor Recreation Friday • 10 April • 9 am - 1 pm $5 • Rec-On | Ages 6 & over Spring Break Fun with Kadena ITT Deployed Affected Programs Bios on the Hill & Cape Zanpa Wednesday • 8 April • 9 am - 4 pm $30 • Ages 13 & over | $20 • Ages 6 - 12 $15 • Ages 4 - 5 | $5 • Ages 3 & under Bingata & Ice Cream Saturday • 11 April • 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm $20 • Ages 6 & over | $5 • Ages 5 & under
Valley of Gangala & Okinawa War Museum with Kadena ITT Single Airman Program Sunday • 12 April •10 am - 5 pm $20 • Per person Join us for a guided tour through the Valley of Gangala, an ancient and sacred forest where the guardian of time supposedly dwells. Walk throughout the limestone cave created hundreds of thousands of years ago. Learn about the prehistoric people who lived at this location 20,000 years ago. Then, visit Peace Prayer Park and the Okinawan War Museum. Learn about the Battle of Okinawa, designated the deadliest battle of World War II with over 250,000 casualties.
Haisai Shisa at the Arts & Crafts Center Deployed Affected Program Thursday • 16 April $5 • Ages 5 & over Adults will learn a bit of history behind the Okinawan specific Shisas. They will design and glaze a pair of 11” Shisa plates in one room, and enjoy creating a true souvenir of their stay on Okinawa while the children will be working on their own creation under the supervision of the Arts and Crafts staff in another. Kids can choose one ceramic from four previously fired ceramic pieces allowing them to take home their art at the end of the evening. Adult art may be collected the following week after final firing. Signups accepted until 48 hours prior to the start time.
Sign up at the facility to secure your spot!
Single Airman Program
Deployed Affected
Rec-On
Unite
Single Airman Programs are open to all ranks of unaccompanied service members assigned to Kadena Air Base. Registration opens on the last Thursday of the month prior. Single Airmen are authorized a guest at the same price, pending space availability.
Eligible family members may participate in Deployed Affected programs while the member is gone, as well as upon their service member’s return. Registration opens on the last Thursday of the month prior. Deployed Affected family members are authorized to bring a guest at the same price, if the AD member is deployed at the time of the event.
Rec-On is a first-come, first-serve program for any customer to take advantage of! Each month there will be limited spots for programs - make sure you snag one.
The Unite program was developed to provide squadron leaders with the maximum flexibility to deliver programs that build cohesion for personnel within their unit. For OCONUS, this includes assigned Active Duty, Reserve, APF, NAF Civilians, and local nationals. Family members are welcome to participate, but they must pay any associated fees.
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CHIBANA GOLF COURSE Masters Week Par 3
8 April • 5 pm $20 • AGF | $30 • Non-AGF Kadena Cup points will be awarded, 20 for playing and more for money winners.
Masters Tournament Sale
9 - 12 April It’s the first major tournament of the year. Let’s celebrate with a SALE! Hit what the pros are hitting - All clubs 10% off Wear what the pros are wearing - All clothing and shoes 15% off, and all hats 20% off Flash sales the morning of Monday, 13 April, during final round coverage. AGF members take an additional 5% off sale prices. 966-7327 | Building 5506 • Located out Kadena Gate 3
BANYAN TREE GOLF COURSE HOME & HOME CHALLENGE
25 - 26 April 7:30 am • Shotgun start $100 • Per person Register in the Banyan Tree Pro Shop or the Taiyo Golf Shop by Wednesday, 22 April. A field of 200 players will consist of 100 golfers from each course. The tournament format will be individual play using gross and net scores. You must have a GHIN handicap to receive a net score. Shotgun starts at 7:30 am on each course for both days with golfers rotating to the opposite course on the second day. Various prizes will be awarded for individual gross and net scores and closest to the pin. Price includes: ALL golf fees for two days, a cart, tee gift packet, daily breakfast buffet, beverages during your round, and an awards banquet dinner at the Butler Officers’ Club on Sunday night. Players may bring guests to the banquet. Guest fee is $30 per guest and must be paid by the sign-up deadline. 966-7321 | Building 12
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Kadena Aquatics
Lessons Available 13 - 24 April Parent & Child (ages 4 and under) • $50 Introduces basic skills to both parents and children. Parents learn water safety and how to safely work with their child in the water as well as how to support and encourage their children to participate in the skills taught. Children are introduced to basic skills that lay a foundation for learning to swim and being comfortable in the water.
634-3240 Fairchild Pool Building 1988
Preschool (ages 6 and under) • $75 Children are introduced to safe practices and aquatic skills, while developing confidence in the water. The skills taught throughout the course will gradually challenge children and helps to start develop independent locomotion and coordination. Children will gain confidence over greater distances and deeper water.
Learn to Swim Series (ages 5 and over) Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills • $75 Introduces basic water skills to individuals which they will continue to build upon as they progress through the lesson. In addition, individuals develop positive attitudes, effective swim habits, and safe practices in and around the water. Level 1 overlaps with a similar criteria to the Preschool lessons.
Swim Lessons
Level 3: Stroke Development • $75 Participants focus on expanding proficiency of previously learned skills by providing additional guidance. Participants learn survival floating and the front crawl and elementary back stroke, at rudimentary proficiency levels. Dolphin and scissor kicks are introduced and we work on extending the time duration for treading water. Rules for headfirst entries are introduced and participants practice from a seated position at poolside. As in all levels, new and previous water safety topics are covered.
Have a kiddo interested in swimming? Maybe they want to learn but don’t know where to start? Perhaps Level 5: Stroke Refinement • $75 you want to gain more confidence Participants refine their performance on all in the water and learn to swim? Sign 6 strokes (butterfly, back crawl, front crawl, up for lessons with Kadena Aquatics! breaststroke, side stroke, and elementary Each lesson plan consists of back stroke) and increase the distance that eight 30-minute sessions for a they can swim. Participants also learn total of four hours that are held how to do flip turns on the front and back. Monday - Thursday with Friday as a back-up day. We provide Deadline to sign up for swim lessons is 10 April. lessons for all ages and levels of experience, including adults. Lifeguard Certification Courses We also offer private lessons! Fairchild Pool Give us a call at 634-3240 Monday - Friday • 6 - 10 April • 8:30 am - 5 pm if you’re interested. Registration is free and you can register at Outdoor Recreation,
Hagerstrom Pool will open on Memorial Day weekend!
behind the Risner Fitness Center, until Saturday, 4 April. The minimum age to participate is 15, and teens must be 16 to be eligible for employment. There will be a prerequisite test on the first day, which will determine if one is qualified to continue in the course. Skills tested include a 300 meter swim (using either front crawl or breast stroke), treading water without hands for two minutes, and a timed brick test. Must attend all days of the course. After completion of this course you will hold an American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate. If you have additional questions, please contact Kadena Aquatics at 634-3240. Those who are registered that would like to practice the prerequisite test, feel free to stop by Fairchild Pool and ask our friendly staff for assistance.
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U-Wrench-It at Auto Hobby FREE Oil Change Class Wednesday • 15 April • 5 pm Learn how to change the oil on a vehicle and start saving money. FREE Tire Change Class Wednesday • 29 April • 5 pm Learn how to install your spare tire and get back on the road.
Auto Hobby OPEN ON WEEKENDS
13 - 17 April FREE trouble shooting on all vehicles once there has been a pre-approval on repairs.
20 - 24 April FREE labor on oil changes with the purchase of oil and filter from Auto Hobby.
Reserve a private class with Auto Hobby! Classes include: • Oil change • Fluid check • Belt check • Spare tire change • Bulb check (exterior) • Battery/alternator check • Basic under carriage inspection • How to read and understand your vehicle’s paperwork Classes by appointment, made a minimum of one day prior to the desired date of appointment. Please contact 966-7355 to sign up for one of our FREE scheduled classes or schedule a FREE private class with our instructor! Monday - Friday • 8 am - 7 pm Saturday • 8 am - 8 am Sunday • 10 am - 6 pm
Don’t have time to wait? Don’t know your schedule? Don’t worry! Drop your car off with Auto Hobby for all of its service needs and move on with your day! We’ll call you when it’s ready and you can pick it up when you’re ready.
o t u A y b b Ho
Road tax season is around the corner!
Call 966-7356 for more information! Monday - Saturday 8 am - 5 pm Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
Mechanic’s Corner
Don’t understand the JCI process or have the time to worry about it? We offer JCI services, from pre-inspection and repairs, to doing the leg work for you by taking your vehicle through the JCI process from start to finish. Stop by Auto Hobby to have it checked out before it’s too late!
Gate 1
Olympic Mall
Douglas Blvd
Who wants to wait in line to pay road taxes? Avoid wasting your day and let Auto Hobby Insurance Office handle your road tax for you! Prices vary based off the type of car and plate. Give us a call ahead of time to make sure you bring the correct amount of yen. Simply bring your DD Form 430, Original Title, JCI, personal damage insurance, 2019 road tax receipt, and yen to our office (behind the U-Wrench-It stalls). Road taxes must be paid in yen. Insurance Office Hours Monday - Friday • 9 am - 5 pm Saturday • 10 am - 2 pm
Repair Center
McKennon Ave
4 Diamonds Softball Field
Housing Office
966-7355 • Building 1436
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OUTDOOR RECREATION 966-7343 | Building 614
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NEW
Snorkel with Whale Sharks Sunday • 5 April | Saturday • 18 April | 8 am - 11 am $99 • Per person Ages 12 & over Snorkel above these gentle giants for a chance to get up close and personal with one of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean. Price includes a guide, transportation, and entry fee. Please be sure to bring a change of clothes. Bouldering Class Thursdays • 7, 14, 21, & 28 May | 6 pm - 8 pm Ages 12 & over $60 • Four lessons | $20 • One lesson Feel like finding a new hobby? This is a fun and challenging opportunity to learn all about bouldering. The price includes lesson fee and gear. Our talented instructors will explain the rules, bouldering, and gear.
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Bouldering for Kids Friday • 10 April • 9 am - 1 pm $5 • Ages 6 & over Enjoy a new hobby with your family! Let the kids burn some energy while tackling a bouldering wall. Price includes lesson fee, gear, and transportation. FUN Ishigaki Island Hopping Trip Tour 3 - 6 July $965 • Single bed room $1,840 • Twin bed room Ages 12 & over Register by Sunday, 31 May. Have you been to the southern region of Okinawa? On the first day, we will go cycling and snorkeling on Taketomi Island. On the second day, we will go kayaking and canyoning on Iriomote Island. On the third day, we will go cycling and snorkeling on Hateruma Island. We are going to stay in the most southern part of Japan on Hateruma Island. The price includes all transportation from Kadena, lodging, and all activity fees.
HIKE DIFFICULTY
Hiking & Bouldering Mt. Furushi & Mt. Katsuu Saturday • 4 April & Thursday • 30 April 8 am - 1 pm This challenging hike follows a loop-hike structure. The spectacular views include four view points and two summit stops with 360 degree views. Hiking shoes and long pants are highly recommended. Please bring bottled water or a hydration pack and yen for purchases. Hiking Mt. Atta with Kids Wednesday • 8 April • 8:30 am - 2 pm $10 • Ages 3 & over Are you worried about hiking with your children by yourself? Don’t worry! ODR will support you. Enjoy a good time with your kids! We recommend you wear long sleeves and pants. Please be sure to bring their car seat, hiking shoes, a change of clothes and shoes, bottled water, and yen for purchases. Hiking Mt. Ishikawa Thursday • 9 April • 9 am - 1 pm $10 • Ages 6 & over Ages 6 & over Go through the winding trails of the forest and along the cliffs for a great payoff! The mountain has three different courses and we are going to hike the longest course. Please be sure to bring hiking shoes, a change of shoes, an extra t-shirt, bottled water, and yen for purchases.
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Easy
Moderate
Hard
Hiking Mt. Ishikawa with Kids Wednesday • 15 April • 8:30 am - 2 pm $30 • Ages 16 & over $12 • Ages 6 - 16 Free • Ages 3 - 5 Enjoy your favorite hobby with your kids! ODR will be there to support you in venturing out with your family! We recommend you wear long sleeves and pants. Please be sure to bring their car seat, hiking shoes, a change of clothes and shoes, bottled water, and yen for purchases. Cycling, Climbing, Lily Festival in Ie island Friday • 1 May • 7 am - 5 pm $50 • Ages 13 & over $40 • Ages 6 - 12 $25 • Ages 3 - 5 Cycle around the picturesque Ie island, and stop by the Lily Festival! The annual flower festival is one for the photo albums with blooming lilies. We are going to hike Mt. Gusuku, and stop around the island for more photo-worthy pitstops. A rental bicycle is included. If you want to bring small children (ages 3 - 5), you have to ride a bicycle with a child seat. Please make sure to bring helmets for your kids, too. Hill Climb Cycling to Mt. Fuji Tour 5 - 8 June $960 • Per person Ages 12 & over Venture out and ride with us to Mt. Fuji 5th Station. The price includes all transportation from Kadena, lodging, and entry fee. If you need a bike case, you can rent one from ODR for $40. We will have a class on how to put the bike in the bike case and set it up. Call us for information on pricing and more!
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PADI ReActivate Course $140 • Per person Haven’t been diving lately and want a quick scuba refresher? The ReActivate program is the perfect way to update your dive skills and refresh your knowledge from the PADI Open Water Diver Course before jumping back into the water. Whether you want a few reminders or need to go over the basics, ReActivate is personalized for you. Conveniently review scuba concepts on your tablet, mobile device or computer, then go diving with a PADI professional. It’s quick, easy, and a good way to prepare for your next PADI course or to brush up on your skills for the summer dive season! The best part is, divers who complete both the knowledge and in water skill refresher receive a replacement certification card with a ReActivated date on it. Venture Dive Trips Keramas $75 • Divers | $69 • Snorkelers Local $50 • Divers | $44 • Snorkelers Chibishi $65 • Divers | $59 • Snorkelers Night Dives (divers only) $45 • Two-tank dive $40 • One-tank dive Let us take you on your next Okinawan adventure! We will take you to some of the most popular diving and snorkeling sites on the west coast of Okinawa. Haven’t seen the turtles yet? We can show them to you! Want to see what cool creatures come out at night? We have you covered! Want to have a nice relaxing day on the boat? Contact Kadena Marina for dates, times, and requirements.
KadEna
a n i r a M Kadena Dive Shop • 036-868-2228 Kadena Harbor • 966-7282
Discover Scuba Dives $79.50 • Per person Have you ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to try scuba diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is for you. You learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. While not a scuba certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world. To sign up for a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience, you must be at least 10 years old. No prior experience with scuba diving is necessary, but you need to be in reasonable physical health.
American Sailing Association 101 Certification $265 • Per person Learn to skipper a keelboat by day in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. Learn basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship, and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards. Once you have completed the ASA 101 course, you will be able to rent our Capri 18 foot sailboats. Kayak & Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals $10 • Per hour It is officially spring and that means warmer, sunnier weather! Come out to Kadena Marina and paddle around, blow off the winter blues, and just have a great time! Personal floatation devices provided. Are you a Kadena Club Enlisted or Officers’ Club member? Don’t forget you get 10% off of all retail items (PADI/ASA course materials NOT included), discounts on Venture Dive/Snorkel trips, two free aluminum tank rentals or one free steel tank rental or two free air fills per day, early access to sales, and so much more! For more details on any of the above programs, please contact Kadena Marina.
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Spring Break FUN with Outdoor Recreation and Kadena Marina Local Snorkel Trip Monday • 6 April • 9 am - 1 pm $15 • Rec-On |$69 • Regular price Kayak, Paddleboard, & Banana Boat Tuesday • 7 April $8 • Banana boat $10 • Kayak & paddleboard
Bouldering for All Ages Friday• 10 April • 9 am - 1 pm $5 • Ages 6 & over This is a fun and challenging opportunity to learn all about bouldering. The price includes lesson fee and gear. Our talented instructors will explain the rules, bouldering, and gear.
Hiking Mt. Atta with Kids Wednesday • 8 April • 9 am - 1 pm $10 • Ages 3 & over Hiking Mt. Ishikawa Thursday • 9 April • 9 am - 1 pm $10 • Ages 6 & over For both hikes, please be sure to bring their car seat, hiking shoes, a change of clothes and shoes, bottled water, and yen for purchases.
Check out pg. 23 for more R4R programming!
Kadena Dive Shop • 036-868-2228 Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343
KADENA MARINA PRESENTS
Saturday • 6 June • 10 am - 3 pm Log Rolling • Kayaks • Paddle Boards • Banana Boats • Weebit™ • Wibit™ Jet Ski Safety Classes • Jet Ski Rentals
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Emergency Management wants YOU to be prepared. Join us for informational sessions throughout the month of April. 1 April • 9 am - 3 pm Typhoon Preparedness School Visit KAB Elementary School
16 April • 10 am - 3 pm Typhoon Preparedness Booth Kadena BX
3 April • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm AFN Radio Interview AFN Radio, Wave 89
30 April • 9 am - 5 pm Typhoon Preparedness Blood Drive Schilling Community Center
16 April • 9 am - 5 pm Typhoon Preparedness Blood Drive Schilling Community Center
30 April • 10 am - 3 pm Typhoon Preparedness Booth Kadena BX
Wednesdays in April 9:30 am - 10 am Typhoon Preparedness Booth Schilling Community Center
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EMERY LANES 966-7303 | BUILDING 113
Air Force Bowling 2.0 Clinic $49 • Clinic Only | $119 • Clinic & Equipment Emery Lanes is now offering Air Force Bowling 2.0, a player program which makes learning the game simpler, fun, and affordable. This four-week clinic will give participants a solid foundation about the game of bowling including etiquette, terminology, proper behavior, and fundamentals of bowling. For only $49 per student, participants receive a four-week lesson plan of group instruction which includes lineage and shoe rental. The participants also have the opportunity to purchase an AFB 2.0 equipment package which includes a ball, bag, and towel for $70. This clinic is available to bowlers of all ages and skills. Contact Emery Lanes Bowling Center for more information and to sign up.
Single Airman Bowling On Mondays from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Airmen on unaccompanied orders can come in and get three games and shoes for free! Those eligible are single Airmen of all ranks plus one guest.
Leagues Coming Soon!
For more details, please contact the Emery Lanes Bowling Center.
Emery Lanes Hosts
1 May - 31 August Mark your calendar!
Kids Bowl Free® is coming up fast. Your child can receive two free games every day all summer long. This offer is available to students ages 18 & under. There is also a family package available for purchase that allows four adults to get the same two free games as well. Shoes are not included. Register now at www.kidsbowlfree.com and click on Emery Lanes.
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Risner FITNESS COMPLEX Risner FITNESS CENTER 634-5128 • Building 109 Easter Hop Dodgeball Tournament Saturday • 11 April • 10 am Register by Wednesday, 8 April. Please join us for the first dodgeball tournament of the year! We will have eight teams with unlimited players participate in a single elimination tournament. Push-up Challenge Saturday • 15 April • 10 am - 4 pm Do the most push-ups that you can in a minute! Top male and female will receive a Risner t-shirt. Top three males and females will get bragging rights, plus a display at the front of the facility and a free smoothie.
Youth Karate Class Tuesdays & Thursdays • 5 pm - 6 pm $55 • Per month Ages 6 - 17 Learn self defense, emotional discipline, exercise and train the minds of youth. Stop by Risner today to sign up!
4, 8, & 16 Week Bootcamps Ages 18 & Over Exercises are varied to keep your metabolism firing. Workouts during this course are designed to increase your strength and endurance through various modalities such as, weight training, running, HIIT, plyometrics, and more! Fitness assessments and body composition testing are done at the beginning and end of the camp to gauge progress. Food journal reviews are also done to keep you accountable! Contact Risner for dates and times. Fitness Improvement Program Monday - Friday • 6 am, Noon, 6 pm Saturday • Noon FIP is for everyone! Do you need help with your upcoming Air Force PT test? Come get a butt-kicking workout and meet your goals on the Air Force PT test! Personal Trainers Did you know we have personal trainers at Risner? Our trainers are certified in NASM, ISSAA, ACE. Bring friends or coworkers to get a group discount! Individual • $30 2 - 4 People • $20 5 - 8 People • $15 9 - 11 People • $12 12 - 15 People • $10
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Shogun Functional Fitness Monday - Saturday $5 • One-time fee Sho-gun fitness opens the doors to strength training exercises! The workouts are constantly varying functional movements performed at a high intensity. Many exercises are bodyweightoriented, such as burpees, push-ups, jump rope, and more. To participate in regularly scheduled classes, customers must attend a one-time orientation. Yoga 1 & 2 Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Friday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Beginner to Intermediate level classes. Exercises are focused on posture, stretching, and promotion of physical and spiritual well-being. This class is geared to all fitness levels. Disco Cycle Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Join this fun fitness class! Yes, those words can go together! Improve your health and relieve stress in this unique cycling class. This class is geared towards all fitness levels.
Risner SPORTS PRO SHOP 966-7431 • Building 123 Risn’ Shine Monthly Special Chunky Monkey Enjoy this delicious smoothie with bananas, peanut butter, protein, and granola!
Mizuno™ Shoe Fitting Risner Pro Shop Saturday • 18 April 9 am - Noon & 1 pm - 5 pm Get fitted by one of the Mizuno™ shoe consultants! Have your feet assessed to determine the proper shoe for you.
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RECREATION
Explore the skies with Kadena Aero Club! You will learn everything you need to know to safely take flight. This class is the first step you need to take to start the journey to be able to fly on your own. Soar through the skies around Okinawa and see the beauty of the island below you. There is no better time to learn to fly! Contact Aero Club for information on our Ground School.
Kadena Aero Club 080-6493-6299•634-4207 | Bldg. 455 Located inside the Schilling Community Center
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A DAY IN THE LIFE...
Written by: Ellen Ice
For the majority of people PCS-ing to Kadena Air Base, they will fly through the AMC terminal. Their first introduction to the base will be the friendly and knowledgeable military members assigned to the 733d Air Mobility Squadron. The 733d is responsible for processing passengers, their luggage, and pets on the Patriot Express, as well as Space Available travel. SSgt Tiffany Walther has been with the 733d for a year and a half, and said they never have the same day twice. “The Patriot Express is the busiest thing that we have, because it’s anywhere from 150 - 300 passengers moving in and leaving in a span of 24 hours.” She said the Patriot Express (PE) is a commercial jet contracted by the military, to get people and their baggage in and out of Okinawa, typically on PCS orders. “Most of the people that are on island come through the PE, they get here on the Patriot Express and leave on it. The main mission starts here because you can’t do the mission without your people.” She said the question they receive most often is about people traveling with their pets. Walther recommends coming in person to the AMC terminal, where the knowledgeable staff can brief you on the prerequisites.
The main mission starts here, because you can’t do the mission without your people.
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733d Air Mobility Squadron If you visit the AMC terminal in person, you’re likely to talk to passenger services agent, A1C Ja’qurius Jackson. Jackson said his job is to answer any and all questions about passenger travel, to include Space-Available (Space-A). Jackson explained the tiers to us, going from retirees at Tier 6, to unfunded emergency leave at Tier 1. He suggests coming to the terminal in person for more information on Space-A or attending one of their monthly briefings. “It’s good to use if you want to go to mainland or a place like that because it’s a lot cheaper,” Jackson said.
Any cargo that comes in via air comes through us.
The best part of the job is working over christmas when we get to see people go home.
Another large component of the 733d is one not many people think about - the air freight side. 2Lt. Tessa Winkel is the officer in charge (OIC) of air freight. “Any cargo that comes in via air comes through us,” Winkel said. She said her job involves a lot of coordination with agencies who are dropping cargo off to go out and picking cargo up. “We are a strategic stepping stone,” Winkel said. She said their day to day mission is moving people and cargo, but in a contingency you don’t want your cargo coming on a boat. She said their goal is to get people and cargo on and off island as quickly as possible.
A1C Shelby Anderson is also a passenger services agent, and gave us a few other suggestions for Space-A. He suggests reaching out to your commander for Environmental Morale Leave. He said the paperwork will boost you a tier and gives you a better chance of getting on a flight. For regular travel, he advised sticking close. “The further away you’re trying to go, the more unlikely it is you’ll get on an aircraft, so there’s the certain aspect of luck, but it’s definitely worth it.” Anderson said his favorite memory of being a passenger service agent with the 733d was over the holidays. “The best part of the job is working over Christmas when we get to see people go home.”
The team did want to shout out their squadron for their part in coordinating the cargo and jets to help the Thailand rescue mission in June 2018. They said it was an extremely rewarding moment to know they helped get vital pieces of the mission where it needed to be in order to rescue the 13 children stuck in the cave. “Without mobility, that would have been impossible,” Anderson said. After meeting the team, I am confident from the first moment service members arrive on the Patriot Express, to utilizing Space-A during their assignment, to some of their missions involving air freight, the 733d will provide the utmost customer service. Thank you for getting us on and off island safely!
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FOOD
Chili’s Grill & Bar 966-7360 • 036-868-2209 Building 105 44 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
DELIVERY FROM 11 am - 10 PM Kadenafss.com/delivery 966-7366 | 036-868-2210
Kazoku Place Inside the Rocker Enlisted Club | 966-7380 Open to all ranks and services.
Members Only Two-For-One Price Specials Tuesdays • 4 pm - 9 pm • Saucy Pork Chops • Beef Brisket • Baked Cheese Ziti • Fried Chicken • Salmon with Mango Salsa Select entrées come with a choice of house salad or cup of soup, two sides, and fresh bread. Not available for to go or pickup. Dine in only.
Administrative Professionals Day Thursday • 16 April • 11 am - 2 pm Enjoy your choice of London Broil with mushroom sauce or Quiche Lorraine with fresh fruit.
Mini Breakfast Buffet Fridays • 7 am - 10:30 am Saturday • 7 am - 2 pm $8.95 • Adults ($1 Member discount) $5.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Grab a quick bite to get your day started right! Choose from classic breakfast options like mini-pancakes, sausage and bacon, scrambled eggs, and seasoned country potatoes. Sunday Breakfast Sundays • 8 am - 2 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $4 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Enjoy our all-you-can-eat buffet!
Retiree Club Member Appreciation Friday • 24 April • 6 am - 2 pm Retirees receive an additional $1 discount with the purchase of full breakfast or lunch entrée. Must be a Club member and show retired military ID & active enlisted Club card to receive discount.
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Head’s Up! Kazoku Place will be closed for breakfast and lunch on Monday, 13 April due to maintenance and will reopen at 4 pm. We will also be closed for dinner on Friday, 17 April, and all day Saturday, 18 April, for the wine tasting event.
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FOOD
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
Cinnamon Streusel Dessert Pizza Fresh pizza dough topped with a cinnamon streusel and drizzled with vanilla glaze.
Café Latte
Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Three healthy corn tortilla tacos made with quinoa, onions, black beans, tomato sauce, shredded lettuce, and Cheddar cheese.
Café Latte
Pancake Breakfast Sandwich Eggs, ham, hash browns, and Cheddar cheese between two freshly made pancakes. Served with maple syrup.
Tee House
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich Grilled onions and bell peppers, Swiss cheese, and layers of roast beef on a toasted Hoagie bun. Make it a combo for a complete meal!
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Strikers
Double Grilled Cheeseburger ½ lb burger, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, and cheese sandwiched between two grilled cheese sandwiches.
Skoshi Rocker
Shepherd’s Pie Seasoned ground beef with vegetables topped with a crust of creamy mashed potatoes, then baked to perfection.
Chippers
Spinach Alfredo Pizza Garlic Alfredo sauce, fresh local spinach, and Mozzarella cheese. Garnished with Parmesan cheese.
Seaside
Seafood Primavera Satisfy your seafood cravings with Mahi-Mahi, shrimp, and scallops, all tossed together with a zesty marinara sauce. Served with your choice of soup or salad and garlic bread.
Risn’ Shine
Chunky Monkey
Enjoy this delicious smoothie with bananas, peanut butter, protein, and granola!
AirPower Café
Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Basil Sauce Fettuccine pasta with grilled chicken, plus creamy Alfredo and basil sauce.
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FOOD
PRESENTS A
BRAND NEW Healthy Menu! BOWLS
KEBABS
WRAPS
Every
Thursday & Friday 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Risner Fitness center parking lot
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SUNDAY • 12 APRIL Rocker EnlisteD Club BREakfast
OfficerS' Club champagne brunch
Shiraho Ballroom | 8 am - 1:30 pm $13.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $7.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under
Ballroom | 9:30 am - 2 pm $22.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $10.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 3- 4 Free • Ages 2 & under
Carving Station Honey-Glazed Easter Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce and whole grain mustard Herb-Roasted Whole Turkey
Carving Station Garlic and Cracked Pepper-Crusted Prime Rib with horseradish sauce & au jus Honey-Glazed Easter Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce and whole grain mustard Herb-Rubbed Roasted Lamb with Mint Jelly
Breakfast Fare Made-to-Order Omelet and Egg Station French Toast and Mini Pancakes with Cherry, Blueberry, Strawberry, Chocolate Chips, Whipped Cream, and Syrup Scrambled Eggs Sausage and Applewood Smoked Bacon Country fried potatoes and grits Buttermilk Biscuits with Creamed Beef Steamed White Rice Assorted Donuts and Mini Breakfast Pastries Assorted Breads and Cereals Cold Food Jello Salad Fresh Seasonal Fruit Desserts & Beverages Assorted Easter Cookies and Mini Cupcakes Easter Bread Orange Juice Milk Iced or Hot Tea Fresh-Brewed Kona Blend Coffee
Salads & Cold Foods Peel & Eat Shrimp Smoked Salmon Freshly made sushi and sushi rolls Mixed Greens with Assorted Dressings Specialty salads Fresh Seasonal Fruits Deviled Eggs Selection of Domestic and Imported Cheeses Main Dishes & Accompaniments Parmesan Crusted Mahi Mahi Golden Roasted Turkey Garlic Smashed Potatoes Steamed White Rice Cheese Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce Green Beans with Lemon Beurre Blanc and Candied Walnuts Spring Vegetable Medley with Herb Butter Assortment of rolls, bread, and bagels Breakfast Fare Made-to-Order Omelet and Egg Station Belgian Waffle and French Toast Station Scrambled Eggs Sausage and Applewood Smoked Bacon Country Fried Potatoes and Grits Buttermilk Biscuits with Creamed Beef Desserts & Beverages Assorted Desserts and Pastries Bread Pudding with Crème Anglaise Ice Cream Sundae Bar Champagne and Mimosas Assorted Juices, Milk & Teas Fresh-Brewed Kona Blend Coffee
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NIGHTLIFE
966-7409 | Building 313
Kiddie Disco
Officers’ Club Membership Night Wednesday • 8 April 5 pm • Doors open 5 pm - 7 pm • Buffet open Club members enjoy a membership night with a delicious dinner and amazing prizes! Must be present to win. Open to Officers’ Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
PAJAMA PARTY Breakfast for Dinner
Wednesday • 15 April • 5:30 pm $8.95 • Ages 18 & over ($1 Member discount) $4.95 • Ages 3 & under ($1 Member discount) Come dressed in your favorite kids pajamas and enjoy everyone’s favorite food - breakfast for dinner! Bring your kids in for a night of food and fun! We’ll have an adult and child buffet along with great music. Open to all ranks and services.
Champagne Brunch Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm $20.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $9.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under Add Crab Legs to your buffet: Half pound • $6 | Full pound • $10 Enjoy some of our most popular items including peel-and-eat shrimp, carved beef, salads, an array of breakfast and lunch items, assorted desserts, and so much more!
WEEKDAY LUNCH FARE Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm $12.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 Free • Ages 4 & under
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Monday • Healthy Buffet Tuesday • Asian Buffet Wednesday • Pizza & Pasta Buffet Thursday • All-American BBQ Buffet Friday • Mexican Buffet
WEEKENDER LOUNGE PROGRAMS Pub Trivia Weekender Lounge Fridays • 7 pm First Friday • 7:30 pm Try your luck with pub trivia immediately following our social hour programming. Win some cool prizes and test your knowledge in a group. Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Karaoke Weekender Lounge Saturdays • 7 pm - Close Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
First Friday Super Social Hour Weekender Lounge Friday • 3 April • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmember Enjoy expanded food selection, drink specials, and members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. We also feature additional prizes for Club members at our First Friday Membership Socials. Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Salsa Dance Lessons Weekender Lounge Tuesdays • 7 pm - 9 pm Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Open to all ranks and services ages 18 and over.
Weekly Friday Social Hour Weekender Lounge Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmembers Come out to socialize with friends and co-workers, enjoy our hors d’oeuvres, and members will have a chance to win cash prizes. We’ll have food, drink specials, and members will have the chance to win $75, $125, our progressive jackpot. Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Maintenance Day Officers’ Club buffet will be closed and Café Latte will be closed for breakfast and lunch and will re-open at 4 pm on Tuesday, 14 April. Officers’ Club Barber Shop Monday - Saturday • 9 am - 5 pm Get a great haircut at a terrific price, only $7! All ranks are welcome.
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NIGHTLIFE
AT THE ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB 17 & 18 APRIL • 6 PM - 9 PM
Join us for this year’s event with great food, live entertainment, wine samples, and so much more! You don’t want to miss the most anticipated event of the year.
$55 • Adults ($10 Member discount) TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Open to all ranks and services ages 20 and over. Please drink responsibly.
Rocker Enlisted Club and Officers’ Club customer service counters.
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ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB • 966-7372 | KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB • 966-7409
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SKOSHI ROCKER 966-7255 | Building 103 Open to all ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
BINGO Soap Opera Bingo Tuesdays and Fridays • Noon Night Bingo Nightly except Wednesdays • 7 pm
$750 Night Bingo
Monday & Saturday • 7pm All book games have a payout of $750!
Bingo Appreciation
Sunday • 26 April • 7 pm
WIN a trip to Vegas to compete in a Texas Hold’em World Series event!
March - May Three-month 20 Game Tournament SUNDAYS Register • 4:30 pm Games begin • 5 pm TUESDAYS Register • 5:30 pm Games begin • 6 pm Open only to Kadena Air Force Club members
Points are awarded each session, with the grand finale on Saturday, 9 May. Top nine competitors will sit at the final table!
Do you need date night plans? Grab dinner and a drink at Skoshi, and try your luck at darts or pool for FREE! Darts are available to play any time of day, just ask a staff member to get you set up.
Don’t miss our limited time food offer on page 46!
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NIGHTLIFE
Last Friday Super Social Hour Rocker Lounge Friday • 24 April • 5 pm - 7 pm Come out to socialize with friends and co-workers, enjoy our expanded hors d’oeuvres, and drink specials. Club members will have a chance to win cash prizes. We’ll have food, drink specials, and members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot as well as amazing door prizes. Open only to enlisted Club members ages 18 and over. Enlisted Club Membership Night Shiraho Ballroom Wednesday • 15 April Doors open • 5:30 pm Buffet • 5:30 pm - 7 pm Enjoy a night filled with great food, games, and amazing prizes. You must be present to win. Open to all enlisted Club members ages 18 and over. Weekly Friday Social Hour Rocker Lounge Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm Cheers to the weekend! We’ll have an array of food, while Club members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open only to enlisted Club members ages 18 and over. Rocker Lounge Entertainment Open to all enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. FRIDAY | FRIDAY VIBES 8 pm - Close • A live DJ plays a variety of chart topping hits! SATURDAY | THE AFTER PARTY 8 pm - 11 pm • The very best of yesterday’s top club hits! 11 pm - Close • Rockin da Hip Hop
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Come enjoy our 16 craft beers in our draft beer system, plus pool, darts, and more. Open to all ranks and services ages 18 and over. Officers must depart Hanabi’s by 9 pm daily.
Mondays 7 pm - Close • Oldies and Classic Rock Tuesdays 7 pm - Close • Music Videos Wednesdays 7 pm - 9 pm • Music Videos Thursdays 7 pm - 9 pm • Smart Phone Trivia Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Teams of four challenge other teams using smartphone or tablets to answer. Prizes awarded to winning teams. Minimum of eight participants. Fridays 8 pm - 11 pm • Country & Rock/Karaoke 11 pm - Close • DJ plays chart topping hits Last Friday Open Mic Night 24 April •7 pm - 11 pm Join us after social hour for a chance to showcase your talents. Prizes awarded based on the talent. The performances are judged by the audience, so bring your friends! Must be 18 and over.
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Saturdays 8 pm - 10 pm • EDM 10 pm - Close • Chart-topping hits First Saturday Country Night 4 April • 11 pm - 3 am Come out for the best in country music the first Saturday of every month.
NEW Saturday Night Live ! 11 April • 7 pm - 11 pm Free • Ages 18 & over Local band ‘Yona Yuu’ will perform covers of recent pop songs and the oldies. Sundays 6 pm - 8 pm • Roczam That Tune Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Rocker meet the hit TV show Shazam! This is a new age version of Name That Tune, bingo style. Two members per team: minimum of eight participants. Prizes awarded to winning teams. Open to all ranks ages 18 and over.
Hanabi’s will be closed until 4 pm on Monday, 13 April due to maintenance.
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Enjoy a workout with a view on ourcoastal kayak trip through the inlets and waters of Okinawa.
trek the river while enjoying beauty of tadake falls one the most famous hiking trails. of Okinawa’s
Enjoy a fun scavenger hu Okinawa comprehensive nt through the sports park.
Okinawa prefecture’s people’s forest offers a kid-friendly 5.6km hike near Kunigame. lots of exploring and wildlife on this tour!
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EASTER BRUNCH
April 12, 2020 9:00AM -2:00PM
ADULTS 19.95 KIDS(6-11) $10.00 Easter Egg Hunt on the lawn next to the Crow's Nest club plus Easter crafts
Easter Egg hunt 11AM and 1PM BREAKFAST
EGGS/OMELET COOKED TO ORDER MAKE YOUR OWN WAFFLE STATION HAM & CHEDDAR EGG CASSEROLE JALAPEÑO POPPER EGG CASSEROLE CINNAMON ROLL PANCAKES CHOCOLATE CHIP PANCAKES CAPʼN CRUNCH FRENCH TOAST BACON & SAUSAGE TATER TOTS
APPETIZERS
CRAB RANGOONS JALAPEÑO WONTON POPPERS
MEATS
BERRY SMOKED HAM CARVING STATION SMOKED TOP ROUND CARVING STATION SWEET & SPICY HONEY SRIRACHA CHICKEN LEMON BUTTER BAKED CATFISH
POTATOES AND VEGETABLES
ROASTED GARLIC BUTTER PARMESAN POTATOES SPICY SOUTHERN CORN SWEET & SPICY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SWEET ROASTED CARROTS
FRUIT, PASTRIES AND DESSERTS FRESH FRUIT TRAY APPLE CINNAMON ROLLS BLUEBERRY CINNAMON ROLLS BANANA PUDDING CHEESECAKE
BEVERAGE STATION (COFFEE, TEA AND JUICE)
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FACILITY PHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION Skoshi Rocker
CLUBS & DINING Kadena Officers’ Club
Customer Service Kadena: 966-7409 Game Room Mon - Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Café Latte Kadena: 966-7416 Mon - Thu Fri Sat Sun Federal Holidays & PACAF Family Days Lounge Sun & Mon Tue - Thu Fri Sat Federal Holidays PACAF Family Days Daily Lunch Buffet Mon - Fri Family Days Holidays & PACAF Family Days Sunday Champagne Brunch Barber Shop Mon - Sat Sun & Holidays
Rocker Enlisted Club Complex Kadena: 966-7372 Customer Service Mon - Sun Kazoku Place Kadena: 966-7380 Mon - Thu Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Fri Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Sat Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Sun Breakfast/Lunch Dinner PACAF Breakfast/Lunch Family Days Dinner Hanabi’s Restaurant Sun - Thu Fri & Sat Hanabi’s Bar Sun - Thu Fri & Sat Catering Kadena: 966-7408 Mon - Fri Sat Daily Grind Mon - Fri Sat & Sun Federal Holidays & PACAF Family Days Game Room Sun - Thu Fri Sat
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
Bldg. 313 8 am - Close JP: 036-868-2203 6:30 am - 11 pm 9 am - 11 pm 6:30 am - 2 am 7:30 am - 1 am 8 am - 11 pm JP: 036-868-2205 6:30 am - 10 pm 6:30 am - Midnight 7:30 am - Midnight 2 pm - 10 pm 7:30 am - Close Closed 4 pm - 11 pm 4 pm - 2 am 4 pm - 1 am Closed 4 pm - Close 11 am - 1:30 pm Closed 9:30 am - 2 pm 9 am - 5 pm Closed Bldg. 622 JP: 036-868-2207 9 am - 9 pm JP: 036-868-2227 6 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9 pm 6 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9:30 pm 7 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9:30 pm 8 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9 pm 7 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9:30 pm 11 am - 11 pm 11 am - 2:30 am 11 am - Midnight 11 am - 3 am JP: 036-868-2203 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Appointments only 6 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - Midnight 9 am - 3 am 7 am - 3 am Bldg. 435 JP: 036-868-2212 11 am - 10 pm 11 am - Midnight
Kadena: 966-7426 Sun - Thu Fri - Sat Delivery Kadena: 966-7375 JP: 036-868-2274 Go to https://kadenabanyantree.alohaorderonline.com/ to order online Sun - Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri - Sat 4 pm - Midnight
Kadena: 966-7255 Sun - Tue & Thu Wed Fri & Sat
AirPower Café Kadena: 966-7405 Mon - Fri Sat, Sun, Federal Holidays & PACAF Family Days
Chili’s Grill & Bar Kadena: 966-7360 Daily
Chili’s Delivery/ To-Go Kadena: 966-7366
Johnson Dining Facility Kadena: 634-4494 Mon - Thu Breakfast Lunch Dinner Midnight Meal Fri Breakfast Lunch Dinner No Midnight Meal PACAF Family Days & Federal Holidays Flight Kitchen Open 24-hours, seven days a week
Marshall Dining Facility
Note: Hours are subject to change.
Bldg. 103 JP: 036-868-2318 8 am - Midnight 9 am - Midnight 8 am - 2 am Bldg. 3522 JP: 036-868-2208 6 am - 2 pm Closed Bldg. 105 JP: 036-868-2209 11 am - 10 pm Bldg. 337 JP: 036-868-2210 Bldg. 843 6 am - 8:30 am 11 am - 1:30 pm 4:30 pm - 7 pm 10 pm - 1 am 6 am - 8:30 am 11 am - 1:30 pm 4:30 pm - 7 pm Closed Kadena: 634-4418 Bldg. 178
Kadena: 634-1900 Mon - Fri Breakfast 5:30 am - 8 am Lunch 10:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7:30 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Sat, Sun, & Federal Holidays Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Weekends, Federal Holidays, & down days Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am
Seaside Kadena: 966-7401 Mon Tue - Thu Fri Sat Sun Weekend Brunch ends at 3 pm
Tee House Restaurant Kadena: 966-7429 Breakfast Lunch & Dinner Winter hours (1 Nov - 31 Jan) Breakfast Lunch & Dinner Summer hours (1 Jun - 31 Aug) Breakfast Lunch & Dinner
Bldg. 3629A JP: 036-868-2213 Closed 11 am - 9 pm 11 am - 10 pm 9 am - 10 pm 9 am - 9 pm Bldg. 11 JP: 036-868-2214 6 am - 10:30 am 10:30 am - 6:30 pm 6 am - 10:30 am 10:30 am - 5:30 pm 6 am - 10:30 am 10:30 am - 7 pm
RECREATION
Aero Club & Flight Training Center Bldg. 455 Flying operations open 24 hours daily. JP: 080-6493-6299 Mon - Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun & Federal Holidays Closed Arts & Crafts Center Kadena: 966-7347 Mon - Thu Fri - Sun
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Bldg. 435 JP: 036-868-2216 10 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm
Graphics Shop Kadena: 966-7352 Mon - Fri Frame Shop Kadena: 966-7353 Daily Ceramics Shop Kadena: 966-7351 Mon & Tue Wed - Thu Fri - Sun Wood Shop Kadena: 966-7349 Mon Tue & Thu Wed Fri - Sun
Auto Hobby Center Facility Closed on Federal Holidays Repair Center Kadena: 966-7356 Mon - Sat Sunday Federal Holidays U-Wrench-It & Parts Store Kadena: 966-7355 Mon - Fri Sat Sun Insurance Office Hours Mon - Fri Sat Sun
Banyan Tree Golf Course Kadena: 966-7321 Pro Shop Wed - Mon Tue Golf Course Wed - Mon Tue Driving Range Mon 1st & 3rd Tue 2nd & 4th Tue Wed - Sun Owari Lounge
Chibana Golf Course Kadena: 966-7327 Pro Shop Daily Driving Range Daily except Tue Tue Chippers Kadena: 966-7367 Mon - Fri Sat & Sun Federal Holidays Game Room Hours Mon - Fri Sat - Sun Federal Holidays
Emery Lanes Bowling Center Kadena: 966-7303 Mon - Thu Fri & Sat Sun & Holidays Federal Holidays & PACAF Strikers Café Mon - Thu Fri & Sat Sun & Federal Holidays Brooklyn’s Sun - Wed Thurs Friday - Sat
JP: 036-868-2217 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2218 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2220 Closed Noon - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm JP: 036-868-2219 Closed Noon - 8 pm Noon - 5 pm 10 am - 6 pm Bldg. 1436 JP: 036-868-2232 8 am - 5 pm 10 am - 5 pm Closed JP: 036-868-2221 8 am - 7 pm 8 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm 9 am - 5 pm 10 am - 2 pm Closed Bldg. 12 JP: 036-868-2223 5:30 am - 7 pm 9 am - 7 pm Sunrise - Dusk Noon - Dusk 6 am - 6 pm 8 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm Closed Bldg. 55061 JP: 036-868-2224 6 am - 6 pm 6 am - 6:30 pm 9 am - 6:30 pm JP: 036-868-2368 7 am - 7:30 pm 6:30 am - 7:30 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 6:30 am - 7:30 pm 7 am - 9 pm Bldg. 113 JP: 036-868-2225 10 am - 10 pm 10 am - 1 am Noon - 8 pm Open 10 am - 9:30 pm 10 am - 12:30 am Noon - 7:30 pm Closed 5 pm - 10 pm 5 pm - 12:30 am
To call any 634-, 632- or 966- DSN number from a cellphone, dial 098-938-1111, wait for the dial tone, and then dial the listed number.
Federal Holidays & PACAF Closed *Last call for bar is 30 minutes prior to close.
Kadena Library
Bldg. 451
Kadena: 634-1502 Mon - Wed Thu - Sun Federal Holidays
10 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm Closed
Kadena Information, Tickets, & Travel Kadena: 966-7333 Mon - Fri Sat Sun & Federal Holidays
Kadena Marina
One mile north of Kadena Gate 1
Kadena: 966-7345 Dive Store & Scuba Rentals Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Sat, Sun, & Federal Holidays Wed Harbor Kadena: 966-7282 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Sat, Sun, & Federal Holidays Wed Beach Shack Closed for the season. Wibit™ Water Park Closed for the season.
Okuma Beach
Bldg. 455 JP: 036-868-2226 10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 2 pm Closed JP: 036-868-2228 10 am - 6 pm 7 am - 6 pm Closed 8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 5 pm Closed
Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58
Reservation Desk Daily Surfside Grill & Bar Breakfast Afternoon
631-1991/1992 8 am - 5 pm 631-1805 8 am - 10 am Noon - 9 pm (last order 8:30 pm) Okuma Outdoor Recreation 631-1816 Bldg. 121 Daily 9 am - 5 pm *please note our Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental has moved from north beach to south beach
Outdoor Recreation
Bldg. 614 JP: 036-868-2229
Kadena: 966-7343 Rental Equipment Mon - Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 8 am - 3 pm Sun & Federal Holidays Closed Reservation for Flea Market & Parks Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229 Paintball Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229 Paintball Rec Play Reservation only Kadena Aquatics Kadena: 634-3240 See kadenafss.com/recreation/aquatics for hours.
Fairchild Pool Mon - Fri (lap swim only) Sat & Sun (lap swim only)
5 am - 7 pm 9 am - 1 pm
Hagerstrom Pool (Closed for the season until 23 May) Sat & Sun (open swim) Sat & Sun (lap swim only)
10 am - 6 pm 6 pm - 7 pm
Risner Fitness Center
Bldg. 109 Kadena: 634-5128
Open 24 hours Risn’ Shine Mon - Sat Sun Massage Therapy Daily
5 am - 9 pm 9 am - 6 pm Kadena: 634-5129 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Risner Sports Pro Shop & Tennis Center Bldg. 123 Kadena: 966-7431 Mon - Sat Sun
Schilling Community Center Kadena: 634-1387 Mon - Fri Sat & PACAF Days
JP: 036-868-2230 9 am - 6 pm Closed Bldg. 455 7 am - 7 pm 9 am - 6 pm
Sun & Federal Holidays
Closed
Barber Shop (E Club) Mon - Sat Sun & Federal Holidays
9 am - 6 pm Closed
YOUTH & TEEN
Child Development Centers Mon - Fri Wakaba Kadena: 632-7420 Niko Niko Kadena: 634-5263
5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 132
Family Child Care
Bldg. 1850
Kadena: 634-0514 Mon - Fri Parent Assistance Mon - Fri
Bldg. 334
8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 9 am
Child Care Referral Kadena: 632-7693 Mon - Fri
Bldg. 439 9 am - 3 pm
School Age Care Himawari School Age Care Kadena: 632-0202 Mon - Fri Shima No Ko School Age Care Kadena: 634-1314 Mon - Fri Teen Center Millennium Kadena: 634-3866 Recreation (School days) Mon & Wed - Thu Tue Fri Sat Federal Holidays PACAF Recreation (No school & half days) Mon - Thu Fri Office Mon - Fri
Youth Center Kadena: 634-0500 Rec Room Mon, Wed - Fri Tue Sat, Sun, & Federal Holidays No school & half days Federal Holidays PACAF Front Desk Mon - Fri Sat
Youth Sports & Fitness Kadena: 634-1384 Office Mon - Fri PACAF
School Liaison Office Kadena: 634-2231 Mon - Fri
Bldg. 439 5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 4081 5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 499 2 pm - 6 pm 1 pm - 6 pm 2 pm - 11 pm 4 pm - 9 pm Closed Regular hours Noon - 6 pm Noon - 11 pm 10 am - 6 pm Bldg. 1849 2 pm - 6 pm 1 pm - 6 pm Closed Noon - 6 pm Closed Regular hours 9:30 am - 7 pm 9 am - 4 pm Bldg. 499 10 am - 5 pm Regular hours Bldg. 99 JP: 080-6489-8617 8 am - 5 pm
SERVICES
Airman & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 220 Kadena: 634-3366 Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Federal Holidays Closed Closed at noon on the last Friday of every month Civilian Personnel Section Kadena: 634-2228 Mon - Fri
Education & Training Center Customer Service
Bldg. 721A 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Bldg. 59 Kadena: 634-1500
Base Training Kadena: 634-1500 Formal Training Kadena: 632-8830 Civilian Training Kadena: 634-5940 Military Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Voluntary Education Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Hours are all the same for above offices. Mon - Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 am - Noon Closed on Federal Holidays, PACAF Family Days, & down days
NAF Human Resources Office Kadena: 634-2330 Mon - Wed & Fri Thu Fed Holidays & PACAF www.usajobs.gov
Bldg. 723 8 am - 4 pm 8 am - 1 pm Closed
Karing Kennels Boarding Facility Kadena: 966-7339 Daily Federal Holidays Pet Adoption Facility Kadena: 966-7338 Thu - Sun Mon - Wed & Federal Holidays
Bldg. 4065 JP: 036-868-2235 10 am - 6 pm Closed Bldg. 54300 JP: 036-868-2234 10 am - 6 pm Closed
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Kadena Kadena: 634-0443 Mon - Sat Sun & Federal Holidays Kinser Kinser: 637-1267 Mon - Fri
Bldg. 612 7 am - 5:30 pm Closed Bldg. 706 JP: 090-6866-1517 7 am - 4 pm
Manpower & Organization
Bldg. 106
Kadena: 634-4865 Mon - Fri
7:30 am - 4:30 pm
McDaniel Center
Bldg. 3445
Kadena: 632-7829 Fed Holidays & PACAF
Closed
Military Personnel Section
Bldg. 721B Kadena: 634-8978 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri (walk-ins) 8 am - 3 pm Wed (walk-ins) 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Fed Holidays & PACAF Closed Close at noon 3rd Thursday of each month. *CAC/dependant/civilian/retiree cards are issued by appt only. Please make an appt. via RAPIDS by visiting https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/self_service/rapids/ unauthenticated?execution=e1s1
Shogun Inn
Bldg. 332 Kadena: 632-1010 JP: 098-962-1010 Open 24-hours a day, seven days a week
Post Office Kadena: 634-4458 Parcel Pickup Mon - Fri Sat Finance Section Tue - Fri Sat Sun - Mon PACAF Family Days
Bldg. 160 9 am - 5:30 pm 9 am - 3 pm 9 am - 5 pm 9 am - 3 pm Closed 9 am - 3 pm
NON-FSS FACILITIES Air Force Recruiting Service DSN: 315-632-7835
Cell: 090-6868-3810
Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Kadena: 966-7593 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Wed Sat, Sun, & Federal Holidays Last duty day of each month
Bldg. 731 JP: 036-868-2263 8 am - 4:30 pm 10 am - 4:30 pm Closed Closes at noon