u r o s H S y a d S i F Hol Monday, 24 December
Tuesday, 25 December
Wednesday, 26 December
Monday, 31 December
Tuesday, 1 January
Wednesday, 2 January
Kadena Aero Club
Closed
Closed
Open
Open
Closed
Open Open
AirPower Café
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Airman & Family Readiness Center
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Kadena Arts & Crafts
10 am - 5 pm
Closed
Open
10 am - 5 pm
Closed
Open
Kadena Auto Hobby
8 am - 5 pm
Closed
Open
8 am - 5 pm
Closed
Open
Banyan Tree Golf Course
Open
10 am - 5 pm
Open
Open
Open
Open
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
Open
4 pm -10 pm
Open
Open
Closed
Open Open
Emery Lanes
Noon - 8 pm
2 pm - 8 pm
Open
Open
Noon - 10 pm
Chibana Golf Course
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Child Development Centers
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Chili's and Chili's Delivery
Open
Closed
Open
Open
Open
Open
Civilian Personnel Office
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Education & Training Center
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Fairchild Pool
Open
Closed
Open
Open
Closed
Open
Food Trucks
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Human Resource Office
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Kadena Information, Tickets & Travel
Open
Closed
Open
Open
Closed
Open
Jack's Place
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Johnson Dining Facility
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Karing Kennels Boarding Facility
10 am - 3 pm
Closed
Open
10 am - 3 pm
Closed
Open
Kinser Laundry
Open
Closed
Open
Open
Closed
Open
Kadena Base Library
Closed
Closed
10 am - 6 pm
Closed
Closed
10 am - 6 pm
Manpower and Organization
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Kadena Marina
10 am - 3 pm
Closed
Open
10 am - 3 pm
Closed
Open
Open
Breakfast • 6 am - 8 am Holiday Meal • 10:30 am - 2 pm at the Rocker Enlisted Club, closed for lunch Limited menu • 4 pm - 7 pm
Open
Open
Brunch • 6:00 am - 1 pm Dinner • 4 pm - 7 pm Reg. Ops • 10 pm - 12:30 am
Open
Marshall Dining Facility
McDaniel Center/FTAC
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Military Personnel Flight
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Kadena Officers' Club
7 am - 10 pm Buffet closed
7 am - 9 pm Christmas Buffet • 10:30 am -2 pm
Open
7 am - 2 am Buffet closed
7 am - 10 pm Buffet closed
Open
Okuma Beach
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Outdoor Recreation
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Resource Management
Open
Closed
Open
Open
Closed
Open
Risner Fitness Center
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Rocker Enlisted Club
7 am - midnight
7 am - 9 pm
Open
7 am - 3 am
4 pm - midnight
Open
Schilling Community Center
10 am - 5 pm
Closed
Open
10 am - 5 pm
Closed
Open
School Age Programs
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Seaside Ristorante
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Shogun Lodging
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Skoshi Rocker
Open
Open, no bingo
Open
8 am - 2 am
Open at 11 am, no bingo
Open
Tee House
6 am - 2 pm
Closed
Open
6 am - 2 pm
Open
Open
Teen Center
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Youth Center
Closed
Closed
Open
Closed
Closed
Open
Kadena Post Office Holiday Hours Closed • Tuesday, 25 December & Tuesday, 1 January Holiday Hours in effect from 27 November - 29 December Parcel Service Center Monday - Friday • 9 am - 6 pm | Saturday • 9 am - 5 pm Finance Monday - Saturday • 9 am - 5 pm | Family Days • Closed
Snapsh ts
December 2018
5 FAMILY A&FRC
Karing Kennels Arts & Crafts
Kadena Library Youth Center Teen Center
Family Child Care
Youth Sports & Fitness
Schilling Community Center COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Commander Colonel G. Brian Eddy
MARKETING Marketing Director Barbara Fuller
Web Content Manager Elizabeth Bryan
Video Producer Att Eachus
Commercial Sponsorship Satomi Fukui
Writer/Editor Melissa Kowaluk
Operations Ashley Ramirez
Photographer Jana Byrn
Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome
Account Executives Madisyn Beschi Ellen Ice Briana Slagle Emily McNulty
16 TRAVEL Kadena ITT
Okuma Beach
Kadena Aero Club
21 FSS Spotlight 22 RECREATION Emery Lanes Golf
Auto Hobby
Kadena Marina
Outdoor Recreation
Risner Fitness Center
Risner Sports Pro Shop
For information on Venture magazine, call Kadena Force Support 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. Venture magazine is designed to inform and entertain the individuals who use Kadena Force Support facilities. For article source information, please contact Kadena Force Support Marketing. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Kadena Air Base, DoD, or the U.S. Air Force. 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
34 FSS Christmas Meals 38 FOOD 44 NIGHTLIFE Rocker Enlisted Club
Kadena Officers’ Club
Skoshi Rocker
48 A Day in the Life 51 Army MWR 54 Navy MWR
KADENA AIR BASE
Note: Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.
EDITOR’S NOTE Welcome to Venture magazine! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It may not be the white Christmas some may be used to, but hey, white sand counts, right? We have had a year full of adventure, fun new events, and activities. You can find out more about what we did this year on pages 30 and 31! This month is all about the delicious food you can share with your family and friends. Don’t stress about making a big meal and instead attend a Christmas buffet at the Rocker Enlisted Club, Officers’ Club or Okuma Beach. Don’t forget - right after Christmas comes New Years! We have great parties lined up for you, check them out on page 45. We are happy to be ringing in the New Year with all our wonderful customers. There are still plenty of fun activities for the whole family - find what’s right for you!
Melissa Kowaluk Writer/Editor
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FAMILY
EFMP SEEK OKINAWA SYNERGY Wednesday • 5 December • 4 pm - 5 pm First Wednesday of every month. Join our support group where families in similar situations can come together to discuss concerns and learn about resources. GREEN CARD AND IMMIGRATION VISA BRIEFING Friday • 7 December • 10 am - noon Register by Thursday, 6 December. You may have questions about this process and we are here to help! We provide all the information you need to obtain a green card or immigration visa. グリーンカードと移民ビザ説明会
12月7日(金曜日) • 午前10時∼午後12時 事前登録最終日 • 12月6日(木曜日) 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。
JAPANESE SPOUSES’ WORKSHOP Tuesday • 11 December • 1 pm - 2 pm Japanese spouses are invited to attend this workshop to expand their network, share information, and gain knowledge about American culture. 日本人配偶者のワークショップ
12月11日(火曜日) • 午後１時 2時 アメリカの文化に対する知識を増やし、他の日本人配偶者 の方との交流を深めるきっかけとなるワークショップを開催 いたします、 ぜひご参加ください。
HEART LINK Wednesday • 12 December • 8:30 am - 1 pm Register by Friday, 7 December. This half-day workshop gives spouses who are new to the military life the awareness of the Air Force mission, customs, traditions, protocol, and services. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Key spouse mentors and leadership will also be present. GROCERY SHOPPING TOUR Friday • 14 December • 11 am - noon Register by Monday, 10 December. Moving to a new country can become stressful, especially when it comes to grocery shopping. Participants in this class can learn how to purchase Japanese products, how to use the services at the supermarket, names of products, and so much more! We will even meet at the grocery store to submerge you in the awesome experience. Transition Assistance GPS Program 17 - 21 December Transition out of the military with confidence! In this class, we will provide you with the tools you need to succeed wherever your next adventure takes you. VA Representative Thursdays & Fridays Register in advance The Department of Veteran’s Affairs provides services overseas! The VA Rep can review medical records and assist service members and veterans with their disability compensation claim.
AIRMAN AND FAMILY READINESS CENTER 634-3366 | BUILDING 220
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Arts & Crafts All Month Long
Buy one, get one free on select holiday merchandise! Holiday Ornament with DIY wood burning Purchase one of our pre-made wooden ornaments and design it for free with our DIY wood burning kits in store!
Holiday Themed Make & Take
Mondays • 3, 10, & 17 December Free • All Ages Make simple holiday themed crafts including snowmen, Christmas trees, ornaments, presents, snowflakes, and many more!
Woodworking Basics
Mondays & Wednesdays 3, 5, 10, & 12 December 5 pm - 7:30 pm $40 • Ages 17 & over Material cost not included. In this four-session class, create your very own step stool as you gain basic skills required to safely build, route, and sand in the wood shop.
New Year’s Eve Party Decor
17 - 30 December Stop by the Kadena Arts & Crafts Center for all your party needs, including balloons, streamers, and decorations. No old lame signs here, just auld lang synes!
Holiday Photos with Custom Name Plate
Come take a photo in front of our holiday display with your very own customized name plate!
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Arts & Crafts • 966-7347 Building 435
Saturday • 15 December • 11 am - 2 pm Bring your fur-babies and the whole family to get your holiday photos with Santa! Our set up is safe for both dogs and cats to come take their photos. Photos will be available online for download.
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Teen Book Club Monthly Meeting
Intro to Tarot Reading
Wednesday • 12 December • 3 pm
Wednesday • 19 December • 4 pm
Join us for our new monthly Teen Book Club! Choose any book that falls within the monthly theme and share with the group if you think we should read it or skip it. The first person to arrive each month gets to choose the next month’s theme so make sure you arrive early! December’s theme is “Withstand the Test of Time.” Choose a book written before your parents were born and come ready to discuss!
In this workshop series, you will learn the basics of tarot reading including history of the practice, the characteristics and numerological meanings of the cards, principles of reading, and basic spreads. We will have decks available for beginners to use and repeat students are encouraged to bring their own favorite deck. We have classic Rider-Waite decks and several books you can check out and take home for further study!
Puppy Tales
Tuesdays • 4, 11, & 18 December • 4 pm - 4:30 pm Thursdays • 6, 13, & 20 December • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Registration is required. Do you have a beginner or reluctant reader who needs a good listener? We have the pups for you! Beaux, Boone, and Frigate are quiet, patient listeners who are ready to listen. Readers may sign up for a 15 minute time slot. Stop by the Library to fill out paperwork and to check this month’s schedule of available sessions.
BabyTime
Tuesdays 4, 11, & 18 December 10:30 am Ages 3 & under (and their caregivers)
StoryTime
Wednesdays 5, 12, & 19 December 10:30 am Ages 3 - 5 (and their caregivers)
Okinawa Military Community Writers Alternating Saturdays 8 & 22 December 10:30 am Ages 18 & over
Dungeons & Dragons™ & More Alternating Sundays 2 & 16 December 1 pm Ages 10 & over
Holiday Hours
17 December - 3 January Daily • 10 am - 6 pm
Kadena Library • 634-1502 | Building 451 8
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Tickets and registration in January
Calling all muggles and aspiring witches and wizards! If you have longed to be a part of the wizarding world, your chance has arrived. In February we will be offering a variety of magical events like the Nighttime Academy for Witches & Wizards, a Wizard Ball, a kneazle adoption event, a Quidditch Tournament, and you will even be able to create a customized magic wand or ceramic magical creature!
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Stocking Stuffers Kadena International Wine Fest 2019
Rocker Enlisted Club | Shiraho Ballroom Friday • 15 March • 6 pm - 10 pm Saturday • 16 March • 5 pm - 9 pm $55 • Adults ($10 Member discount)
Tickets available at Rocker Enlisted Club and Officers’ Club 1 - 24 December.
Kadena Clubs Membership Holiday Stocking Giveaway 1 - 22 December
Make a purchase at the Kadena Officers’ Club or Rocker Enlisted Club and drop your receipt with your name, Member Planet ID, and phone number in the designated box for your chance to win one of the giant Christmas stockings. Winners will be chosen on Monday, 24 December. Winners do not have to be present to win.
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STEAM Club
SMARTGirls
Tuesdays • 4, 11, & 18 December 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. The knowledge you gain in STEAM Club will help you discover new interests and gain skills that will help you later in life!
Wednesdays • 12 & 26 December 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Aim high, girl! Find the potential that you have! Learn about health, fitness, education, and self-esteem enhancement to build the right skills for a better future.
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Plant Science Club Tuesday • 11 December 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Calling all green thumbs out there to try new hobbies and discover more about plants! In this club there will be science experiments, discussions on how to care for plants, and the process on how things grow!
Winter Formal Friday • 7 December 6 pm - 9 pm $2 • Members $10 • Non-members Sign up at the front desk. Dance the night away with your friends to your favorite songs. It will be a night to remember! The dress code is semi-formal. There wil be giveaways throughout the night!
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Teen Center • 634-3866 | Building 499 Oki Otaku Gamer’s Club Thursdays • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sign in on the Activity Sheet. If you love to play video games or board games this club is for you! Earn points and receive prizes for showing off your gaming skills! Ice Skating Trip Wednesday • 19 December • 1 pm - 5 pm Beat the heat and experience winter right here in Okinawa! Cool off and have fun showing your ice skating skills around the rink! SMARTGirls Lock-in 19 December - 20 December • 9 pm - 7 am Ages 13 - 18 $5 • Members | $10 • Nonmembers Ladies! A SMARTGirls Lock-in is finally here. Grab all your girlfriends for the biggest sleepover of the year. Pamper yourselves and learn valuable life skills with the girls. Man-up! Lock-in 26 December - 27 December • 9 pm - 7 am Ages 13 - 18 $5 • Members | $10 • Nonmembers Calling all young men! Join in on the action at our Man-up! Lock-in, while you play sports, learn skills to be positive male influences, and more!
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Holiday PARTY
Friday • 14 December • 5 pm Come celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your friends. Play holiday games and eat delicious food! Meet with your club advisors to see how you can help with the party!
Holiday
MOVIE MARATHON
Friday • 21 December • 4 pm Get in the festive spirit and watch some of the best holiday classics. Join your friends for a showing of The Grinch, The Polar Express, and Home Alone!
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FAMILY HAPPENINGS PCS Child Care from FCC
Sport Registration
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.
Basketball $65 • Ages 5 - 15 Cheerleading $85 • Ages 5 - 12 Contact Family Child Care at 634-0514 for details. Must bring a copy of up-to-date immunization record and sports physical.
Give Parents a Break
Basketball Ages 5 - 6 • 7 January Ages 7 - 8 • 9 January Ages 9 - 10 • 11 January Ages 11 - 15 • 15 January
Saturday • 8 December • 5 pm - 9 pm Niko Niko CDC & Himawari SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Register by noon on Friday, 30 November. 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 Family Child Care & Referral at 632-7693.
Parents’ Night Out Saturday • 8 December • 5 pm - 9 pm Niko Niko CDC & Himawari SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Register by noon on Friday, 30 November. If you don’t qualify for a referral but still need a break, Parents’ Night Out is for you! For just $16 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 Family Child Care & Referral at 632-7693.
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Cheerleading All Ages • 8 January
Kadena FSS is bringing the holiday spirit to Okinawa! Make sure you take a drive to gate 2 between now and Wednesday, 2 January to enjoy the hard work of the squadrons that participated this year. Let us know if you have a favorite with the hashtag #kadenaholidays and your photo might be featured on the @kadenafss Instagram! Schilling Community Center • 634-1387 | Building 455
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Registration • 17 December - 16 January Submissions due • 23 January | Winners announced • 4 February Try your hand at creating a Super Bowl™ Commercial for your squadron! Create a 60-second or shorter commercial with your squadron for the chance to win some great prizes! The first place entry will receive a $1,000 FSS Gift Card, second place will receive a $500 FSS Gift Card, and third place will win a $200 FSS Gift Card. Visit kadenafss.com/commercial for rules, sign up information, and more. FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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December 2018 Christmas Schedule Join us to celebrate the Advent Season each Sunday starting 2 December. Locations are listed below.
Holy Family Catholic Community
Protestant Faith Community
Chapel 1 8 Dec—Breakfast with St. Nick 0900 Holy Day of Obligation: Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary 1130
Advent Worship Themes Celebrated at each of the Protestant Worship Services 2 Dec—Hope 9 Dec—Peace 16 Dec—Joy 23 Dec—Love
17 Dec—Advent Penance Service (Confessions) 1730
Traditional Service, Chapel 2 24 Dec—Candlelight Service “Lessons and Carols” 1700
24 Dec—Christmas Eve Masses 2000 (Children’s Choir) & 2200
**Christmas Carols begin 30 minutes before all Christmas Eve Masses**
Combined Contemporary and Gospel Service 24 Dec—Candlelight Service Chapel 3 1500 & 1730
25 Dec—Christmas Day Mass 1130
Kadena Gospel Service, Chapel 3 31 Dec—Watch Night Service 2200
1 January— Solemnity of Mary 1130 Sunday Holy Mass, Chapel 1 0800, 1200 & 1600 Daily Mass, Chapel 1 Mon—Fri, 1130
Regular Sunday Services Chapel 1—1000 Contemporary Worship Service Chapel 2—1030 Traditional Worship Service Chapel 3—1030 Gospel Worship Service
The Wired Bean, Airmen’s Ministry Center Open 24/7 21 Dec, 1700 through 1 Jan, 2200 Pancakes, Pajamas and Presents 25 Dec, 0900
Merry Christmas from Kadena Chapel! DSN 634-1288
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Christmas Buffet Okuma Surfside Grill & Bar Monday • 24 December • 1 pm - 8:30 pm $24.95 • Adults $12.95 • Ages 4 - 12 Free • Ages 3 & under Christmas with a twist! Enjoy your favorite holiday classics like turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, and try a variety of exciting new dishes. Local Okinawan Jazz musicians will provide fantastic live entertainment from 5 pm - 8 pm.
Pictures with Santa
Tuesday • 25 December • 10 am - 2 pm | Free Take photos with Santa and enjoy cookies, milk, and limited soft drinks. We will also have a Christmas morning breakfast buffet available for $9.95 from 8 am to 10 am.
Signature Dinner
Tuesday • 25 December • 5 pm - 8:30 pm $ 34.95 • Per person Spend Christmas evening enjoying a delicious dish crafted by our talented chefs. A delectable Filet Mignon with Chef Taira’s original special red wine sauce and Lobster Tail Thermidor. Includes a vegetable and one side dish of your choice.
Okuma Beach • 631-1990/1991 Surfside Grill & Bar • 631-1805
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Celebrate the New Year at Okuma Okuma Surfside Grill & Bar
Monday • 31 December • 6 pm - 2 am $25 • Adults | $16 • Ages 13 - 17 $10 • Ages 4 - 12 | Free • Ages 3 & under Enjoy hors d’oeuvres from 9 pm - 11 pm, plus a complimentary glass of champagne or non-alcoholic drink at midnight! There will also be entertainment, games, and prizes. The midnight breakfast buffet will be available 12 am - 2 am.
MINI GOLF COURSE
GRAND O IN DEC PENING New at Okuma - play 18 holes of mini golf! EMBER ! Come join us on our brand new course to test your putting skills. For more information, call Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental at 631-1815.
GROUP RESERVATIONS Now - 31 March 2019 Receive discounts for groups of five or more from Sunday through Thursday! Call our Catering & Group Sales Office at 631-1806 for more information.
SWEET CABANA DEAL Now - 31 March 2019 Save 20% on a two-night stay in any Okuma Suite, Suite Plus, Studio, Studio Premier or Log Cabin. Includes breakfast for two people. Sunday through Thursday only, holidays not included. Restrictions may apply. Call the Reservation Desk at 631-1991/1992 for information on booking. kadenafss.com/okuma FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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The Kadena Aero Club is taking the holiday season seriously with brand new planes for you to enjoy! Stop by today to sign-up for ground school and learn everything you need to know to take to the skies. This class is the first step you take to start the journey to fly on your own. Nothing is more exhilarating than soaring through the skies of Okinawa, so what are you waiting for? There is no better time to learn to fly! Kadena Aero Club • 634-4207 | 080-6493-6299 Inside the Schilling Community Center
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Parents, when they PCS come tell me what a difference I’ve made in their child’s life, and that’s extremely rewarding. Written By • Melissa Kowaluk Photo by • Jana byrn The Force Support Squadron strives to provide the best quality services for its customers - and that not only includes fun recreational activities, but also great quality care for children and family members. Cue, the Youth Center. A facility specifically for kids ages 8 - 12 which serves as a fanstastic place for kids to feel at home, to make new friends, and learn lifelong lessons. Mr. Bryan Lock, a Program Assistant at the Youth Center for the last two years, has built a career of 38 years working with kids from all ages and all walks of life. The kids know him as Mr. Bryan so we’ll refer to him as such! He has been a valued member of their team over these years. His career has included working with his church teen members, substitute teaching, state-sponsored kids, and in various administrative roles.
beneficial for family life and for the kids’ social development. The Youth Center’s staff of 25 interact with over 1,000 kids per week, and they love working with each one! The Youth Center is structured to help build more responsibility and independence in young kids - the staff is always there to help guide kids along. Mr. Bryan wanted to give a shout-out to Ms. Cathy, Mr. Dan and Mr. Warren for being great leaders and mentors. Thank you to Mr. Bryan and all the staff at the Youth Center for being great influences on our future generation!
Mr. Bryan had great mentors growing up and wanted to have the same kind of positive influence on future generations. He’s passionate about helping kids grow and develop into great adults. Being a part of a military base, he explained sometimes kids need different kinds of support - like learning to cope when their parents are gone or constantly moving to new places. He explained that by being an extension of the home and a support to the parents, it helps keep continuity and structure in the kids’ lives. They hold many different types of clubs for all interests and recently held one called Passport to Manhood. They took a trip to Auto Hobby to learn about car maintenance. “I loved seeing their faces light up as they learned new things,” he said. He wants others to know the Youth Center staff is also trained in stateside programs such as the Boys and Girls Club and 4H, so kids who participate in those programs can take their skills back stateside as well. Through these clubs and programs, the kids learn many great skills that are
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BOWL WITH THE GRINCH
Saturday • 22 December • 10 am - noon $8.45 • Per person The Grinch has come to Emery Lanes! Stop by and bowl one game with rental shoes, a snack, drink, and goody bag included! The Grinch will be around to take pictures with - he may even bowl a frame or two with you!
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Monday • 31 December • 9 pm - 1 am $100 • Per lane (if paid through 28 December) $125 • Per lane (if paid after 28 December) Ring in the new year with your friends at Emery Lanes. Enjoy four hours of Cosmic Bowling and a delicious buffet of BBQ ribs, pizza, wings, veggies, chips, and cookies. Each lane will receive a pitcher of beer or soda. Each lane will also receive party favors and a champagne or sparkling cider to toast the New Year. Shoe rentals are included and each lane can hold up to 6 people. Please drink responsibly and have a plan to get home!
PRO SHOP CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Stop by the Pro Shop and treat someone special in your life to some top-of-the-line bowling gear. Receive 10% off any in-stock merchandise or 20% off if you are a Club card member!
Emery Lanes • 966-7303 | Building 113 22 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
WIN A TRIP TO MAINLAND
Mondays • 10 am - 10 pm Tuesdays • 10 am - 4 pm Must be 21 & over to win Emery Lanes is giving away two trips for two to Universal Studios Japan™ or Tokyo Disneyland! For a chance to win look out for a colored head pin. If you see one and bowl a strike or knock down a number of pins equal to the “lucky number” of the day you will win an entry into the competition! Trips will be awarded at the completion of our Big Game Party, must be present to win.
WINTER BREAK PUNCH CARDS
Available starting 1 December 17-21 & 24-28 December During the dates above you can bowl one free game a day! Grab the family and come to Emery Lanes for some holiday fun! Cards are limited so hurry in and get yours today.
BANYAN TREE GOLF COURSE
KADENA CUP FINALE Saturday • 15 December 7:30 am • Shotgun Start $45 • Per person Register at the Banyan Tree Pro Shop, cart and green fee are not included. This is the final event of the year and last chance to earn Kadena Cup Points! The tournament format will be individual stroke play. Players must have a GHIN or Taiyo handicap to be eligible for Net prizes. Flights will be determined by the number of players. The Kadena Cup Banquet will be the following night on Sunday, 16 December, at the Rocker Enlisted Club starting at 5:30 pm. Your tournament fee covers the banquet. If you can’t play, no worries! You can still attend the banquet for $10. We will award the tournament payouts as well as the final Kadena Cup payouts at the banquet. Drawings will be held throughout the night and you must be present to win.
Banyan Tree Golf Course • 966-7321 | Building 12 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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SPECIALS
Oil Change
Christmas Special Free Rotor Machining & Turning
Wednesday • 5 December • 5 pm Oil changes are an important part of regular car maintence. Learn how to take your car’s care into your own hands with Auto Hobby!
Spare Tire Changes
Wednesday • 19 December • 5 pm Never be stranded on the side of the road again! Knowing how to change your tire is a skill that is definitely useful in a pinch and Auto Hobby is here to help you learn!
Dash Lights
Dash lights are very important to identify your vehicle’s functioning issues. Dash lights can be subtle reminders such as fasten your seatbelt, but they can also be important reminders to check your engine.
17 - 21 December Merry Christmas from Auto Hobby! We are offering free rotor machining and turning when you have a complete brake job through our facility. Make sure your car is ready to go wherever your holiday travels take you.
Free Mount & Balance
10 - 14 December ‘Tis the season of giving and we want to make sure your tires are set for the New Year. We are offering free mount and balance on tires purchased through our facility for a limited time. Make sure stop by while this deal is available!
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PADI Dive Class $285 • Per person Take advantage of living in one of the best dive locations in the world and get Open Water certified with us. There is no excuse to miss out because we have classes to accommodate any schedule! We also offer Advanced Open Water and other Dive Specialty classes. Contact us for more details! Night Dives Fridays • 5:30 pm $35 • Per person See the bioluminescent creatures come to life as the sun goes down. During this one tank dive you’ll be amazed at how active marine life is at night! No night dive certification is necessary with instructor present. Private Dive and Snorkel Charters $850 • Weekdays $995 • Weekends and Holidays Spend the day out on the water with your friends, family, or colleagues on our dive boat, the Venture! No need to worry, we work with your schedule! Get ready for your next fun-filled adventure.
Chartered Dive and Snorkel Excursions Every Saturday & Sunday in December $55 - $65 • Per person (varies by location) Join the Kadena Marina on one of our chartered adventures aboard our dive boat. We offer various dive trips around the pristine Keramas and Chibishi Islands! Dive charters are two-tank dives. Snorkelers are welcome to join a dive trip and save $6 off the charter price.
Whale Watching Humpback whales in Okinawan waters are quite the sight to see! Whale watching season is upon us so look out for dates and times coming soon!
Kadena Marina • 966-7345 | Located one mile north of Kadena Air Base 26 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
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Kadena Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343 | Building 614 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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Hiking Mt. Katsuu Wednesday • 5 December | 9 am - 1 pm $30 • Ages 12 & over This month we are going to climb Mt. Katsuu from the bottom to two summits. This hike will be challenging with spectacular views of the island. Please be sure to bring hiking shoes, a change of shoes, an extra t-shirt, bottled water, and yen for purchases. Bouldering in Naha Friday • 7 December • 9 am - 3 pm $20 • Ages 12 & over Take on this challenging form of rock climbing at Onoyama Park in Naha! A delicious lunch buffet is included.
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Hiking and Camping at Okuma Saturday & Sunday • 8 - 9 December $99 • Per person | $50 • Second person Free• Ages 12 & under The price includes a guided hike up two mountains, a campsite at Okuma, and camping gear to include a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and lantern. Hiking Mt. Sankaku Wednesday • 12 December • 9 am - 2 pm $25 • Ages 12 & over Mt. Sankaku is not for the faint of heart, but the view from the top is worth it. Be prepared to climb! Please be sure to bring a change of clothes, bottled water, and yen for purchases.
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Bouldering Class Thursdays • 10, 17, 24, & 31 January 6 pm - 8 pm $60 • Ages 12 & over This is a good opportunity to learn and improve your bouldering skills. The price includes gear. This tour departs from ODR and goes to a bouldering gym in Ginowan City.
Nago Urban Cycling Tour Thursday • 13 December • 9 am - 3 pm $40 • Ages 12 & over Cycle through Nago to experience the amazing sights and sounds of the city! Price includes transportation, guide, bicycle, and a delicious buffet for lunch. Hiking Awa Ridge Saturday • 22 December | 8 am - 2 pm $40 • Ages 12 & over This rigorous hike rewards you with amazing views! Please be sure to bring a change of clothes, hiking shoes, a change of shoes, bottled water, and yen for purchases.
DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY Easy Moderate Hard
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RECREATION Risn’ Shine Monthly Special Coco Mint Shake Get in the holiday spirit with this mint chocolate shake. This shake contains mint chocolate, coconut, whipped cream, sprinkles and ice. 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. Mixed Fit Tuesdays & Thursdays 6 pm - 7 pm Mixed Fit is a people-inspired fitness program that is a mix of explosive dancing and boot camp toning. Everything about our dance fitness program can be described as explosive – all the movements are big and exaggerated. Steps are repetitive and very easy to follow. This class is geared towards all fitness levels, please bring water.
Yoga 1 & 2 Mondays & Wednesdays 5:15 pm - 6:15 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.
Cardio Strength Wednesdays & Fridays 10 am - 11 am Work on cardio and strength! Spend 25 minutes of high-intensity cardio, 25 minutes of strength training, and finish up with 10 minutes of core exercising and stretching. This workout is designed for the entire body to maximize results. 30 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Mizuno™ Shoe Fitting Saturday • 15 December 9 am - noon & 1 pm - 5 pm Registration begins Saturday, 1 December or until filled. Get fitted by one of the Mizuno™ shoe consultants! Have your feet assessed to determine the proper shoe for you! Call 036-868-2230 or 966-7431 to reserve you convenient time slot.
Holiday Sale 1 - 24 December Receive up to 50% off on selected items! Buy presents for your whole family. Come check out our selection of sporting goods and workout apparel.
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A LOOK BACK THIS YEAR IN FSS
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his year has been one for the books! Our little island braved a few big typhoons, had plenty of summertime fun, and brought some great concerts and artists to our customers! Here is a look back at some of the big events and changes we went through this year.
The Kadena Marina relaunched it’s sailing program after three years! They hadn’t been able to find a Sailing Instructor to fit the mold, until Mr. Karl Kuehner came along. The Sailing Program now teaches students how to sail the high seas once more. It’s a great opportunity to take advantage of while in Okinawa since we are located right by the ocean. Arts & Crafts hosted its first Gallery Gala event, where creative minds showcased their artwork for the public to enjoy. With various categories, all artists had an outlet to allow their creativity to shine. Attendees of the Gallery Gala browsed the artwork while enjoying beverages and hors d’oeuvres, just like at a big art gallery opening. We look forward to seeing next year’s art!
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Throughout the entire month of May, we hosted Smile Days - a new program geared toward thanking our customers for their continued patronage and support. Smile Days is hosted at all Air Force bases around the world, and boy was it a success! During the entire month FSS gave away prizes, discounts, and had a drawing where lucky customers won $18,000 total in cash! In May came the long-awaited opening of the brand new 56,000 square foot Rocker Enlisted Club. This beautiful, modern, and chic building will host many big events such as Wine Fest! There is something to do at the Rocker every day of the week and activities for any interest. October was a month filled with great big events, and this year was no different! There was Domo Days, similar to Smile Days, where FSS thanks customers by giving away fabulous prizes! This year the grand prizes consisted of a $3,000 doit-yourself travel voucher, a $1,500 do-it-yourself travel voucher, and an $850 dive or snorkel charter! FSS wouldn’t exist without our wonderful customers, so we are always finding new ways of saying thank you. We also brought you concerts like Khalid and Maggie Lindemann and the two day long Kadena Music Fest. We even broke our record attendance at the Okuma Beach Fright Fest! It was a busy and wonderful month filled with great activities. These are just a few of the big events this year, there are many more great events and activities that take place around Kadena in an effort to bring you the best experience possible while you’re on Okinawa. If you’re new to the island, welcome! There is so much in store for you to explore.
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FOOD
Meals
with Kadena Clubs enlisted club christmas buffet
sunday breakfast with santa
Tuesday • 25 December • 10:30 am - 2 pm $22.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $8.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3• Ages 4 & under Free • Dining Facility meal card holders
Rocker Enlisted Club | Kazoku Place Sunday • 16 December • 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 Don’t worry - Santa knows where to see all the kids on the nice list! The man in a red suit traveled all the way to Okinawa just to enjoy breakfast with YOU! Come out, grab a picture, and enjoy a memorable meal.
Carving Station Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Crusted Prime Rib with Au Jus and Creamy Horseradish Sauce Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce Entrées Roasted Turkey with Giblet Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Baked Salmon with Lemon Dill Beurre Blanc Farfalle Pasta with Butternut Squash in a Creamy Garlic Sauce Chicken Florentine Ratatouille Stuffed Peppers Starters Peel and Eat Shrimp Smoked Salmon Roasted Fresh Vegetables with Hummus and Pita Bread Domestic and Imported Cheeses Mixed Field Greens with Assorted Dressings Antipasti Tray Caesar Salad • Seafood Salad • Apple Cranberry Salad Fresh Seasonal Fruits Accompaniments Rice Pilaf Mushroom Risotto Herb Bread Stuffing Garlic Smashed Potatoes Whipped Sweet Potatoes Casserole Steamed White Rice Glazed Baby Carrots Green Beans Almandine Fresh Assorted Rolls Desserts Assorted Pastries Holiday Cookies Chocolate & Strawberry Mousse Pecan Pie Bread Pudding w/Grand Marnier Sauce Yule Log and Assorted Truffles Ice Cream Bar Fruit Cobbler Beverages Champagne Egg Nog • Apple Juice • Hot Spiced Cider Iced Tea, Coffee and Hot Tea
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christmas day dinner special Rocker Enlisted Club | Kazoku Place Tuesday • 25 December • 6 pm - 8:30 pm Cracked Peppercorn Prime Rib Au Jus served with Duchess potatoes and fresh vegetables. $24.98 • 8 oz | $27.95 • 10 oz Honey Baked Ham with pineapple raisin sauce, accompanied with sweet potato casserole, Duchess potatoes, and fresh vegetables. $14.95 • Per person Herb Roasted Turkey with giblet gravy, accompanied with sweet potato casserole, Duchess potatoes, fresh vegetables, and cranberry sauce. $13.95 • Per person Surf & Turf with Filet Mignon and King Crab Legs served with Duchess potatoes and fresh vegetables $39.95 • Per person Each meal is served with holiday salad, assorted fresh dinner rolls, and dessert. Club members receive a $2 discount per plate.
officers’ club christmas buffet
sunday brunch with santa
Tuesday • 25 December • 10:30 am - 2 pm $22.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $8.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3• Ages 4 & under
Kadena Officers’ Club Ballroom Sunday • 23 December • 8 am - 2 pm $19.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $9.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under Don’t worry- Santa knows where to see all the kids on the nice list! The man in a red suit traveled all the way to Okinawa just to enjoy breakfast with YOU! Come out, grab a picture, and enjoy a memorable meal.
Carving Station Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Crusted Prime Rib with Au Jus and Creamy Horseradish Sauce Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce Entrées Roasted Turkey with Giblet Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Miso-Glazed Salmon Chicken Rollentine Starters Peel and Eat Shrimp Smoked Salmon Roasted Fresh Vegetables with Hummus and Pita Bread Domestic and Imported Cheeses Mixed Field Greens with Assorted Dressings Antipasti Tray Caesar Salad • Seafood Salad • Spinach Gorgonzola Salad Assorted Canapes • Fresh Seasonal Fruits Accompaniments Rice Pilaf 3-Cheese Risotto Herb Bread Stuffing Garlic Smashed Potatoes Whipped Sweet Potatoes Casserole Steamed White Rice California Mixed Vegetables Garlic Butter Broccoli Fresh Assorted Rolls Desserts Assorted Pastries Holiday Cookies Chocolate & Strawberry Mousse Bread Pudding w/Cream Anglase Yule Log and Assorted Truffles Ice Cream Bar Fruit Cobbler Beverages Champagne Egg Nog • Apple Juice • Hot Spiced Cider Iced Tea, Coffee, and Hot Tea
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holiday dinners to go On sale beginning Saturday, 1 December at 9 am. Pre-order your meal by noon on Saturday, 22 December. Meal pickup • Monday • 24 December | 8 am - noon From the Rocker Enlisted Club $94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) $109.95 • 14 - 18 lb Large Ham Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) $89.95 • 8 - 10 lb Small Ham Dinner (serves 6 - 8 people) From the Kadena Officers’ Club $94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) $109.95 • 14 - 18 lb Ham Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) All Dinners To Go include: • 32 oz Stuffing • 16 oz Cranberry Sauce • 32 oz Turkey Gravy • One dozen Dinner Rolls • 32 oz Mashed Potatoes • One Pumpkin Pie • 32 oz Green Beans Additional sides are available for purchase. Air Force Club members receive a $5 discount. Payment is due at the time of order. No call in orders will be accepted. Limited quantities are available, so place your order early!
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FOOD
ENJOY FOODS AROUND KADENA DURING THE MONTH OF DECEMBER!
Garlic Shrimp Pasta in Olive Oil Hawaiian Panini Grilled chicken, ham, pineapple, Provolone cheese with Teriyaki sauce on Italian bread.
AirPower Café • 966-7405 Next to the fli ghtline
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Tiger shrimp sautéed with diced tomatoes and sliced mushrooms in olive oil with fresh garlic.
66-7429 Tee House • 9
Shrimp Scampi Pizza This seafood pizza has creamy Alfredo, spinach, grated Parmesan, and mozzarella. Topped with succulent shrimp.
Santa’s Little Sliders Take a bite out of crispy bacon, pickles, and gooey American & Swiss cheeses on top of perfectly seasoned beef!
Strikers • 966-7 Inside Emer y 303 Lanes
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Breakfast • Reboot Pancake Fluffy pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, and melted cheese. All of your favorites in one sandwich!
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This burger combines our favorite things about the holidays: turkey, stuffing, bread, and cranberry sauce! Bite into a delicious ground turkey patty dressed with homemade stuffing topped with lettuce, tomato, and cranberry compote.
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FOOD
Members Only Two For One Specials
Tuesdays • 4 pm - 9 pm • Ribeye • Chicken Stroganoff • Meatloaf • Grilled Salmon • Cheese Ravioli in Marinara Sauce Each entrée comes with a choice of house salad or a cup of soup, two sides, and fresh bread. #ItPaysToBeAMember
Inside Rocker Enlisted Club | Building 622 Open to all ranks and services. Mini Breakfast Buffet
Fridays • 7 am - 10:30 am | Saturdays • 7 am - 2 pm $8.95 • Adults ($2 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, scrambled eggs, and 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 • 28 December • 6 am - 2 pm Retirees receive an additional $1 discount with the purchase of a full breakfast or lunch entrée. Must be a Club member and show retired military ID and active Enlisted Club card to receive discount.
On 31 December, Kazoku Place will be closed for night dining due to a New Year Eve’s celebration. See page 45 for details. 40 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
m e th y o j n E with us or at home! Sweet & SmokEy Burger Pepper Jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, onion rings, leaf lettuce, tomato, mango-infused BBQ sauce & Chili’s Signature sauce.
Guacamole Burger Topped with fresh guacamole, melted Monterey Jack, re-roasted jalapeños, sautéed red & green bell peppers, caramelized onions & cumin-lime sour cream.
Chili’s Grill & Bar 966-7360 | 036-868-2209 Building 105
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ROCKER LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT Fridays | Friday Vibes 8 pm - close • Live DJ plays a variety of chart-topping hits Saturdays | The After Party 8 pm - 11 pm • The very best of yesterday’s top club hits! 11 pm - close • Rockin Da Hip Hop Open to all enlisted ranks and services ages 18 and over.
LAST FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Friday • 28 December • 5 pm - 7 pm Rocker Lounge Free • Club members $9 • Nonmembers
FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm Rocker Lounge Free • Club members $9 • Nonmembers
Cheers to the weekend! We’ll have food and drink specials. Members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot and door prizes as well. Must be present to win. Open to all enlisted ranks and services ages 18 and over.
Come out to socialize with friends and co-workers, enjoy our hors d’oeuvres, beverage specials, and play our giant Jenga. Club members have a chance to win cash prizes. Open to adult enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents.
FOOTBALL FRENZY TWO LOCATIONS! Hanabi’s in the Rocker Enlisted Club and Café Latte in the Officers’ Club! Tuesdays • 11 am during “Monday Night Football” live broadcasts. Cheer on your favorite team all season long! Air Force Club members will have a chance to win a jersey from each of the teams playing that week.
THURSDAY 7 pm - 9 pm • Smartphone Trivia High-energy smartphone pub-style quizzing where teams of four (minimum of eight participants) challenge other teams using a smartphone/tablet to answer. Prizes awarded to winning teams.
MONDAY 7 pm - close • Music Videos
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8 pm - 11 pm • Country & Rock 11 pm - close • DJ plays chart topping hits
7 pm - close • Open Mic Night & Top 30 Countdown Come out and showcase your talents. DJs, bands, singers, comedians, and more are welcome! Contact us on Facebook @KadenaEnlistedClubs for information and signups.
WEDNESDAY 7 pm - 9 pm • Salsa Dance Lessons Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Cha-cha your way to a new friendship while learning Latin dance moves!
SATURDAY 8 pm - close • Let’s EDM it! The first two hours will be the best electronic dance hits from 2005 to now.
SUNDAY 6 pm - 8 pm • Roczam Rocker meets the hit TV show Shazam! This is a new age version of Name That Tune, bingo style. Two members per teams; minimum of eight participants. Prizes awarded to winning teams.
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ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB Monday • 31 December • 9 pm - 3 am $15 • Club members E1 - E4 $20 • Club members E5 - E9 $25 • Nonmembers & tickets at the door This can’t miss party includes party favors, a balloon drop, a champagne toast, and breakfast starting at midnight! Ticket price includes three rooms of music such as Latin, Country, Rock, R&B, and Hip Hop. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served from 9 pm - 11 pm. Open only to enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and older. Tickets go on sale Saturday, 1 December. Please drink responsibly.
NEW YEAR’S EVE EXTRAVAGANZA KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB Weekender Lounge Monday • 31 December• 9 pm - 2 am $20 • Club members $25 • Nonmembers & tickets at the door Ring in the new year at the Officers’ Club! There will be party favors, entertainment, a balloon drop, and a champagne toast. Heavy hors d’ oeuvres will be served from 9 pm - 11 pm. Breakfast starts at midnight! Open only to officer ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and older. Tickets go on sale Saturday, 1 December. Please drink responsibly. FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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NIGHTLIFE
First Friday Super Social Hour Friday • 7 December 5 pm - 7:30 pm Weekender Lounge Free • Club members $18 • Nonmembers Cheers to the weekend! We’ll have food and drink specials. Members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot and door prizes as well. Must be present to win. Open to all officer ranks and services ages 18 and over.
Weekly Social Hour with Progressive Drawing Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm | Weekender Lounge Free • Club members $18 • Nonmembers We’ll have food, drink specials, and members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Weekender Saturday Night Line-up Saturdays • 7 pm - close • Free 1 December • 80’s Retro 8 December • Karaoke 15 December • Country Music 22 December • Karaoke 29 December • Latin Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Weekday Buffets Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 Free • Ages 4 & under Monday • Healthy Tuesday • Mexican Wednesday • Asia Pacific Thursday • All-American BBQ Friday • Italian
Champagne Brunch Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm $19.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $9.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $4 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Come and grab 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.
Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409 | Building 313 46 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
See page 9 for details on Giant Stocking Giveaway and Kadena International Wine Fest 2019 tickets sale!
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Soap Opera Bingo Tuesdays & Fridays • Noon Night Bingo Nightly except Wednesdays • 7 pm
$750 Night Bingo
Wednesdays & Saturdays • 7 pm All book games have a payout of $750!
Bingo Appreciation Sunday • 23 December • 7 pm
Sunday • 30 December • 11 am Jones vs Gustafsson
Texas Hold’Em
Thursdays • 6 pm | Register at 5:30 pm Sundays • 5 pm | Register at 4:30 pm Free • Club members $10 • Nonmembers Play a hand, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and if you’re a top 4 finisher, receive an FSS gift card prize!
Skoshi Rocker • 966-7255 | Building 103 | Open to ages 18 and over FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
VENTURE 47
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF...
18th Security Forces Squadron
Written By • Elizabeth Bryan Photos by • Jana byrn
We see the 18th Security Forces Squadron every day as we make our way on or off base. We see Airmen patrolling the base and on the flightline making sure Kadena Air Base is safe and secure. What one might not realize within those brief interactions is the long hours they put in every single day to keep us safe. We had the opportunity to meet with A1C William Hallowes, a Response Force Leader and member of Bravo Flight at Security Forces, to learn about what a typical day looks like for him. A1C Hallowes arrives at work by 4 am, hours before most of us have started our morning coffee. His day begins in the armory, ensuring that he has all of the equipment necessary to perform his duties. He picks up his weapon, grabs his gear, and lines up for a briefing on all of the things they need to know for the day. 48 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
This briefing includes items like incidents that happened the night before, ongoing situations, and potential security breaches to watch out for during that day’s shift. After the briefing, they head out to their duty station for the day. These stations include areas like the gates, flightline, or patrolling. Security Forces provides an important presence on the flightline. Kadena Air Base is home to many high-level security resources that require additional surveillance. The KC-130 and RC-135 jets are two of those resources that require a watchful eye. One of A1C Hallowes’s duties is to ensure access to the jets is limited by patrolling the flightline and responding when someone attempts to enter without authorization. Another potential duty station is one everyone has seen - the gates of Kadena.
I actually enjoy being at the gates. I get to see a lot of people and to talk to a lot of people. I see all of the different personalities. Something that is not immediately obvious to an observer is the vigilance required to hold such a post. While the majority of the over 60,000 people entering Kadena Air Base are residents or employees, it is critical that the Security Forces member at the gate is alert for signs of trouble. Security Forces members like A1C Hallowes are always on guard to ensure our safety from those who try to access the base without authorization. While guarding the gate can be a thankless task, A1C Hallowes is fond of it. He said, “Believe it or not, I actually enjoy being at the gates. I get to see a lot of people and to talk to a lot of people. I see all of the different personalities.” Patrolling the base is another key function of Security Forces that is necessary to ensure the safety of Kadena Air Base. Our base is one of the largest in the Air Force so the task of patrolling it can be a daunting one. Security Forces, however, is always observant and ready to respond during an emergency.
It is clear to see that the 18th Security Forces Squadron is critical to the wing mission. Without security, all of the Air Force resources we have access to would be in danger. Security Forces keeps people out that would affect or harm the mission in any way. When asked if he had any shout outs, A1C Hallowes responded with Bravo Flight. He stated that some of his favorite memories at work have been the flight functions where they get together to celebrate the holidays despite their busy schedules. The military lifestyle can be a hard one, and the had workers at Security Forces put in long hours every single day. It is because of those efforts, however, that we can rest easy every night.
A recent accomplishment of A1C Hallowes is the completion of his Fly Away Security certification. This training allowed him to learn key aspects of providing security for aircraft that land in remote areas. The FAS certification process was an intense two-week course that offered training in many different fields, including combat.
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VENTURE 49
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VENTURE 57
FACILITY PHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBS & DINING
Kadena Officers’ Club Bldg. 313 Customer Service Kadena: 966-7409 JP: 036-868-2203 Café Latte Kadena: 966-7416 JP: 036-868-2205 Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Fri 6:30 am - 1 am Sat 7:30 am - 12 am Sun 2 pm - 10 pm Lounge Mon-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Fri 4 pm - 2 am Sat 5 pm - 1 am Sun & Holidays Closed Daily Lunch Buffet Mon-Fri 11 am - 1:30 pm Holidays & PACAF Family Days Closed Sunday Champagne Brunch 9:30 am - 2 pm Barber Shop Mon-Sat 9 am - 5 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Rocker Enlisted Club Bldg. 622 Kadena: 966-7372 JP: 036-868-2207 Customer Service Mon-Sun 9 am - 9 pm Kazoku Place Kadena: 966-7380 JP: 036-868-2227 Mon -Thu Breakfast/Lunch 6 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9 pm Fri Breakfast/Lunch 6 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9:30 pm Sat Breakfast/Lunch 7 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9:30 pm Sun Breakfast/Lunch 8 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9 pm Family Days Breakfast/Lunch 7 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9:30 pm Hanabi’s Restaurant Sun - Thurs 11 am - 11 pm Fri & Sat 11 am - 2:30 am Hanabi’s Bar Sun - Thurs 11 am - 12 am Fri & Sat 11 am - 3 am Catering 966-7408 /036-868-2203 Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm Sat Appointments only Daily Grind Mon-Fri 6 am - 9 pm Sat & Sun 7 am - 9 pm Holidays & Family Days 7 am - 9 pm Game Room Sun-Thu 7 am - midnight Fri 9 am - 3 am Sat 7 am - 3 am Game Room Cashier Sun-Thu 9 am - midnight Fri & Sat 9 am - 3 am Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill Bldg. 435 Kadena: 966-7426 JP: 036-868-2212 Sun-Thu 11 am - 10 pm Fri-Sat 11 am - 12 am Delivery Kadena: 966-7375 JP: 036-868-2274 Go to kadenafss.com to order online! Sun-Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri-Sat 4 pm - midnight Skoshi Rocker Bldg. 103 Kadena: 966-7255 JP: 036-868-2318 Sun-Tues & Thu 8 am - midnight Wed 9 am - midnight Fri 8 am - midnight Sat 8 am - 2 am AirPower Café Bldg. 3522 Kadena: 966-7405 JP: 036-868-2208 Mon-Fri 6 am - 2 pm Sat, Sun, Holidays & PACAF Family Days Closed Chili’s Grill & Bar Bldg. 105 Kadena: 966-7360 JP: 036-868-2209 Daily 11 am - 10 pm Chili’s Delivery/ To-Go Bldg. 337 Kadena: 966-7366 JP: 036-868-2210 Jack’s Place Bldg. 9950 CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS Johnson Dining Facility Bldg. 843 Kadena: 634-4494 Mon-Thu Breakfast 6 am - 8:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 1 am Fri Breakfast 6 am - 8:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm No Midnight Meal PACAF Family Days & Holidays Closed Flight Kitchen Kadena: 634-4418 Open 24-hours, seven days a week
Marshall Dining Facility 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 & Holidays Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Weekends, Holidays, & down days Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Seaside Ristorante Bldg. 3629A CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS Tee House Restaurant Bldg. 11 Kadena: 966-7429 JP: 036-868-2214 Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 6:30 pm Winter hours (1 Nov - 31 Jan) Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 5:30 pm Summer hours (1 Jun - 31 Aug) Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
RECREATION
Aero Club & Flight Training Center
Bldg. 455
Flying operations open 24 hours daily.
Mon-Fri Sat Sun & Holidays Arts & Crafts Center Kadena: 966-7347 Mon-Thu Fri-Sun Keepsakes Plus Kadena: 966-7352 Mon-Fri FrameWorks Kadena: 966-7353 Daily Mud Factory Kadena: 966-7351 Mon & Tues Wed-Thu Fri-Sun Wooden Solutions Kadena: 966-7349 Mon Tue & Thu Wed Fri-Sun Auto Hobby Center Maintenance Kadena: 966-7356 Mon-Fri Sat, Sun & Holidays Parts Store Kadena: 966-7355 Mon-Fri Sat Sun Tool Room Mon-Fri Sat Sun Banyan Tree Golf Course Kadena: 966-7321 Winter hours (1 Nov - 31 Mar) 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 Mon, Wed-Fri Tue Sat, Sun, & Holidays Chippers Kadena: 966-7367 Mon-Fri Sat & Sun
JP: 080-6493-6299 10 am - 6 pm 10 am - 2 pm Closed Bldg. 435 JP: 036-868-2216 10 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm 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 Closed JP: 036-868-2221 8 am - 7 pm 8 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm 9 am - 7 pm 8 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm Bldg. 12 JP: 036-868-2223 6 am - 6 pm 9 am - 6 pm 7 am - 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 6 am - 6:30 pm JP: 036-868-2368 7 am - 8 pm 6:30 am - 8 pm
To call any 634-, 632- or 966- number from a cellphone, dial 098-938-1111, wait for the dial tone, and then dial the listed number. Note: Hours are subject to change.
Emery Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 113 Kadena: 966-7303 JP: 036-868-2225 Mon-Thu 10 am - 10 pm Fri & Sat 10 am - 1 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 8 pm Strikers Café Mon-Thu 10 am - 9:30 pm Fri & Sat 10 am - 12:30 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 7:30 pm Brooklyn’s Mon - Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri & Sat 4 pm - 1 am Sun 3 pm - 8 pm Holidays 4 pm - 8 pm *Last call for bar is 30 minutes prior to close. Call for special functions and party reservations. Kadena Library Bldg. 451 Kadena: 634-1502 Mon-Wed 10 am - 8 pm Thu-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Holidays Closed Kadena Information, Tickets, & Travel Bldg. 455 Kadena: 966-7333 JP: 036-868-2226 Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun Closed Kadena Marina One mile north of Kadena Gate 1 Kadena: 966-7345 JP: 036-868-2228 Dive Store & Scuba Rentals Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Harbor Kadena: 966-7282 Daily 7 am - 7 pm Beach Shack Mon - Fri 9 am - 4 pm Sat, Sun & Holidays 9 am - 6 pm Wibit™ Water Park Daily 10 am - 5 pm Okuma Beach Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58 Reservation Desk 631-1991/1992 Daily 8 am - 5 pm Surfside Grill & Bar 631-1805 For meal times, visit www.kadenafss.com/okuma Okuma Outdoor Recreation 631-1815 Bldg. 121 Daily 9 am - 6:30 pm Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 614 Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229 Rental Equipment Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 8 am - 3 pm Sun & 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: 634-6425 See kadenafss.com/recreation/aquatics for hours. Risner Fitness Center • Open 24 hours Bldg. 109 Kadena: 634-5128 Risn’ Shine Mon - Sat 5 am - 9 pm Sun 9 am - 6 pm Massage Therapy Kadena: 634-5129 Daily 7:30 am - 7:30 pm Risner Sports Pro Shop & Tennis Center Bldg. 123 Kadena: 966-7431 JP: 036-868-2230 Daily 9 am - 6 pm Schilling Community Center Bldg. 455 Kadena: 634-1387 Mon-Fri 6 am - 8 pm Sat 8 am - 7 pm Sun & Holidays Closed 10 am - 7 pm PACAF Family Days Barber Shop (Eclub) Mon-Sat 9 am - 6 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Fairchild Pool Mon-Fri 5 am - 1 pm Closed weekends Hagerstrom Pool Closed for winter. YOUTH & TEEN Child Development Centers Mon-Fri Wakaba Kadena: 632-7420 Niko Niko Kadena: 634-5263 Family Child Care Kadena: 634-0514 Mon-Fri Parent Assistance Mon-Fri Resource & Referral Kadena: 632-7693 Mon-Fri School Age Care Himawari School Age Care Kadena: 632-0202 Mon-Fri
5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 132 Bldg. 334 Bldg. 1850 8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 9 am Bldg. 1850 9 am - 3 pm Bldg. 439 5:45 am - 6 pm
Shima No Ko School Age Care Bldg.4081 Kadena: 632-0265 Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pm Teen Center Millennium Bldg. 499 Kadena: 634-3866 Recreation (School Days) Mon & Wed-Thu 2 pm - 6 pm Tues 1 pm - 6 pm Fri 2 pm - 11 pm Sat 4 pm - 9 pm Recreation (No School & Half Days) Mon-Thu Noon - 6 pm Fri Noon - 11 pm Office Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Youth Center Bldg. 1849 Kadena: 634-0500 Rec Room Mon, Wed-Fri 2 pm - 6 pm Tues 1 pm - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed No School & Half Days Noon - 6 pm Front Desk Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 7 pm Sat 9 am - 5 pm Youth Sports & Fitness Bldg. 499 Kadena: 634-1384 Office Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm SERVICES Airman & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 220 Kadena: 634-3366 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Holidays Closed Closed at noon on the last Friday of every month Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Bldg. 731 Kadena: 966-7593 JP: 036-868-2263 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 10 am - 4:30 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed Last duty day of each month Closes at noon Education & Training Bldg. 59 Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500 Base Training Kadena: 634-5943 Formal Training Kadena: 634-1688 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-Fri 9 am - 3 pm 3rd Thursday of the month 9 am - noon Closed on Holidays, PACAF Family Days, & down days Human Resources Office Bldg. 723 Kadena: 634-2330 Mon-Wed & Fri 8 am - 4 pm Thu 8 am - 1 pm www.nafjobs.org Karing Kennels Boarding Facility Bldg. 4065 Kadena: 966-7339 JP: 036-868-2235 Daily 10 am - 6 pm Holidays Closed Pet Adoption Facility Bldg. 54300 Kadena: 966-7338 JP: 036-868-2234 Thurs-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Mon - Wed & Holidays Closed Laundry & Dry Cleaning Kadena, Bldg. 612 Kadena: 634-0443 Mon-Sat 7 am - 5:30 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Kinser, Bldg. 706 Kinser: 637-1267 JP: 090-6866-1517 Mon-Fri 7 am - 4 pm Manpower & Organization Bldg. 106 Kadena: 634-4865 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm 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 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 www.kadenafss.com.
Shogun Inn Bldg. 332 Kadena: 632-1010 JP: 098-962-1010 24-hours a day, seven days a week Post Office Bldg. 160 Kadena: 634-4458 Parcel Pickup Mon-Fri 9 am - 5:30 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm Finance Section Tues-Fri 9 am - 5 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm Sun-Mon Closed PACAF Family Days 9 am - 3 pm Air Force Recruiting Service DSN: 315-632-7835 Cell: 090-6868-3810
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Stop by Karing Kennels to meet one of their adoptable animals
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Plan a staycation at Okuma for the holidays
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Try the Garlic Shrimp Pasta in Olive Oil at Tee House
Champagne Brunch at the Officers’ Club
sunday
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New Year’s Eve parties at the Kadena Clubs, Okuma Beach and Emery Lanes
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Play to Win a Trip to Mainland with Emery Lanes
Practice Yoga 1& 2 at Risner
Football Frenzy at Hanabi’s
Holiday Themed Make & Take at Arts & Crafts
Try the Coco Mint Shake at Risn’ Shine
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Teen Book Club meeting at the Library
Hiking Mt. Sanaku with ODR
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Woodworking Basics at Arts & Crafts!
Try the Sweet & Smoky Burger from Chili’s
wednesday
Merry Christmas
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Grab your friends and head to Banyan Tree Golf Course for some holiday golf
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Register for the Ice Skating Trip with the Teen Center Super Bowl™ Commercial Contest Intro to Tarot for the chance to win a Reading at the $1,000 FSS Gift Card Library
4 FREE hours at the Woodshop
Free Mount & Balance at Auto Hobby
Try the Mexican buffet at the Officers’ Club
tuesday
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Take part in Texas Hold’Em at Skoshi Rocker
Bouldering Class with ODR
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Join in on the Disco Cycle Class at Risner
Puppy Tales at the Library
Get Wine Fest stocking stuffers at the Officers’ Club
thursday
Friday
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Experience Night Dives through Kadena Marina
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Grab some stocking stuffers from ITT
Nago Urban Cycling Tour
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14 Holiday Party at the Teen Center!
Green Card and Immigration Visa Briefing at A&FRC
December
Sign up for a ski trip up north with ODR
monday
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Make sure to grab your New Year’s Eve Party Decor from Arts & Crafts
Bowl with the Grinch at Emery Lanes
Holiday Photos with Santa at Karing Kennels
Hiking and Camping at Okuma with ODR
TINSEL TOWN!
saturday