March Venture 2023

Wine Fest: Sip, Savor, Eat, Repeat

2023 Wine Fest: Sip, Savor, Eat, Repeat

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Teen Center Youth Center

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COMMAND

18th Force Support Squadron Director

Mr. Kevin M. Sorenson

Deputy Commander

Mrs. Cindy Woolley

718th Force Support Squadron Commander

Lt Col Gina M. Schneider

Deputy Director

Mrs. Michelle D. Coover MARKETING

Marketing Director

Lia Davis

Video Producer

Att Eachus

Art Director

Yuka Taira

Writer/Editor

Janelle Rivera

Lead Account Executive

Tasha Acosta

Account Executive

Andrew Robinson

Shawna Lucas

Operations Assistant

Ela Toombs

Web Content Manager

Tia Rose

Photographer

Jamie Acton Graphics

Yoshihiro Higa

Takako Uehara

Yuka Kinjo

Yasuhiro Nerome

Megumi Kohama

EDITOR’S LETTER

Happy March, readers! This month is full of St. Patrick’s Day and Spring Break celebrations from your Kadena FSS team! We are bringing you endless options from different facilities on how you wish to celebrate. So, take out your green outfits as you chase down leprechauns to get all the luck you need! If you’re in the mood to celebrate at the beach, golf course, the gym, indoors, or creating arts, we’ve got it all covered! Flip through this edition’s pages for a list of facilities participating in both huge celebrations.

Do you love wine, food, or both? If so, we have something huge for you this month! Get your wine glass and your palettes ready because this month is the annual Wine Fest, the first one held since 2019! We’ll be showcasing an assortment of wines from around the world along with the perfectly delicious food pairings for each of them! This event will be held at the Enlisted Club, Shiraho Ballroom. Grab your tickets now at the Ricker Enlisted Club before they sold out!

There’s more! Spring in Okinawa means flowers begin to fill the island with colorful and astonishing atmosphere. Allow Outdoor Recreation to bring you to the Azalea Festival and several hiking trips to enjoy the views and the mild March weather. The Azalea Festival will fill your eyes with gradients of pink, purple, and red blooms so don’t forget your camera! If climbing Mt. Fuji is on your bucket list, ODR will assist you in preparing for the rigorous and life-changing hike as well! From answering your questions to mini hikes, ODR will set you up for success!

Join the colorful flowers as they bloom and be a pop of color for Okuma’s 1.5-mile Color Fun Run around the mesmerizing views of Okuma Beach. It doesn’t stop there! Okuma will also dedicate a day for kids in celebration of the last day of Spring Break. Speaking of outdoor fun, Karing Kennels made sure your furry friends have plans this month, too! Bring your puppies for a fur-tastic time at the Chibana Dog Park during Puppypalooza. If you want to stay indoors, Arts & Crafts will keep you busy with their upcoming Spring projects where you can have the artistic freedom to express yourself through art.

I’m almost done! Check out this month’s feature for detailed information regarding the dos and don’ts of wine drinking in preparation of Wine Fest 2023. If you are curious what March holds for Japanese Culture, also check out our Cultural Corner! It’s amazing how different cultures celebrate their festivities. Who knows, you might want to participate in them after learning about the beauty of Japan’s lifestyle. Watch out for our monthly Culture Corner and learn more about the country we live in!

‘Til next month! Don’t forget to remain thankful no matter the circumstances coming you way!

Janelle Rivera Writer/Editor

KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB

Weekly Friday Social Hour

Fridays • 5 - 7 pm

Weekender Lounge

Free • O’ Club members

Come out and socialize with friends and co-workers, enjoy our hors d’oeuvres, drink specials, and more food. Club members get a chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to adult Officers’ Club members only.

March Membership Night

Wednesday, 8 March • Kudaka Ballroom

Buffet • 5:30 - 7 pm

Free • O’ Club members

Come enjoy a delicious dinner and stay for a chance to win amazing door prizes.  Sign-ups are required; from 1 to 7 March at customer service. Sign-ups end at 10 pm. Adults only.

First Friday Social Hour

Friday, 3 March • 5 - 7 pm

Weekender Lounge

Free • O’ Club members

A fun night of music and drink specials! Club members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot as well as amazing door prizes. Open to adult Officers’ Club members only.

Friday, 3 March • 7 pm - 2 am

Weekender Lounge

FREE Admission

Time to show those gold-loving Leprechauns that you are “Stayin’ Alive” and outshining their pot at the end of the rainbow. It’ll be a night filled with ‘70’s music, games, dancing, and a special drink menu. Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents. Adults only.

Kadena Officers’ Club

966-7409 | Bldg 313

Across from Shogun Inn

Daddy & Daughter DANCE

Friday, 10 March • 6 - 9 pm

Kudaka Ballroom

Kiddie Disco

Wednesday, 15 March • 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Kudaka Ballroom

$12 • Ages 13 & over ($2 member discount)

$8 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount)

$5 • Ages 4 & under

Time to get out of the house and play games! Bring your kids in for a night of costumes, food, and fun! We’ll have an adult and child buffet, kiddie games, and great music. Sign-ups from 1 to 14 March at customer service. Sign-ups end at 10 pm. No refunds after 10 pm on 14 March. Open to all ranks and services.

March Family Membership Night

Wednesday, 22 March • Kudaka Ballroom

Buffet • 5:30 - 7 pm

$12 • Ages 13 & over

Free • Ages 12 & under

Bring your family to dinner! Fun games and door prizes happening. Must be present to win. Sign-ups from 1 to 21 March at Customer Service. Sign-ups end at 10 pm. No refunds after 10 pm on 21 March.

Officers’ Club Barber Shop

Monday - Saturday • 9 am - 5 pm Get a great haircut at a terrific price, only $7! All ranks are welcome.

Maintenance Day

Tuesday, 14 March

The Officers’ Club buffet will be closed. Café Latte will be closed for breakfast and lunch and will reopen at 4 pm. The game rooms and customer service will be open.

$19.95 • Ages 13 & over ($2 member discount) $9.95 • Ages 4 - 12 ($1 member discount) $4.95 • Ages 3 & under Vote

Our Daddy & Daughter Dance is a celebration of the love and support proud fathers show their cherished daughters. Join us for a magical evening of dinner and dancing with your precious young lady. Sign up at Customer Service from 1 to 9 March. No refunds after 10 pm on 9 March. Open to all ranks and services.

KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB

March Barrio Fiesta

Monday, 6 March • 11 am - 1:30 pm

$13.95 • Ages 13 & over

($1 member discount)

$7.95 • Ages 5 - 12

Free • Ages 4 & under

Come celebrate the fantastic food of the Philippines with us! This special buffet is only once a month, so don’t miss your chance!

Champagne Brunch

Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm

$21.95 • Ages 13 & over

($2 member discount)

$10.95 • Ages 5 - 12

($1 member discount)

$4.00 • Ages 4 & under

Add crab legs to your buffet:

$17 • Full pound

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! Open to all ranks and services.

Weekday Lunch Fare

Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm

$13.95 • Ages 13 & over ($1 member discount)

$7.95 • Ages 5 - 12

Free • Ages 4 & under

Monday • Asian Buffet

Tuesday • Mexican Buffet

Wednesday • Wildcard Buffet

Thursday • All-American BBQ Buffet

Friday • Seafood Buffet

Pizza & Wing Night

Saturdays • 5 - 10 pm

Weekender Lounge

Free • O’ Club members

Come join us and warm up those vocal chords for karaoke, pizza and wing specials, and a specialty drink menu.  Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents. Adults only.

Kadena Officers’ Club

966-7409 | Bldg 313

Across from Shogun Inn

Lunch Buffet

Friday, 17 March 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Kudaka Ballroom

$13.95 • Ages 13 & over ($1 member discount)

$7.95 • Ages 5 - 12

Free • Ages 4 & under

Join us for our lunch buffet featuring foods from the Emerald Isle! Get festive and wear a shamrock or St. Patrick’s Day shirt to get a $1 discount for your holiday spirit!

Tee House Restaurant

Mon - Fri • 6 am - 3 pm

Sat, Sun, & Holidays • 6 am - 5 pm

ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB

Enlisted Club Family

Membership Night

Wednesday, 29 March

Doors open • 5 pm | Buffet • 5 - 7 pm

Shiraho Ballroom

$10 • Adults | Free • Ages 17 & under

There will be prize giveaways, buffet, and great music throughout the night. Open to Enlisted Club members, civilian equivalents, and their families. Pick up your tickets at the Customer Service desk starting 1 March. Kazoku Place is closed for night dining.

Maintenance Day

Monday, 6 March

Hanabi’s and Kazoku Place will be closed for breakfast and lunch and will reopen at 4 pm. Daily Grind, Customer Service, and Game Room will be open regular hours.

Closure

Saturday, 11 March

The Rocker Enlisted Club will be closed for a scheduled power outage. Only the following facilities will be open during the corresponding hours.

Hanabi’s • 7 pm - 2 am

Game Room • 7 pm - 2 am

Rocker Lounge • 9 pm - 2 am

Wednesday, 15 March

Doors open • 5:30 pm Bu et • 5:30 - 7 pm

Shiraho Ballroom

Enjoy a night lled with fun games, amazing prizes, and a delicious bu et.

Must be present to win.

Open to Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Kazoku Place is closed for night dining.

Rocker Enlisted Club

966-7372 | Bldg 622

Thursdays, 9 February - 1 April 7 pm •

Come watch the contestants of this year’s karaoke competition as they show off their singing skills during this 8-week competition. These contestants will not only be judged on their singing ability, but how well they put on a show.

ROCKER LOUNGE

Friday & Saturday • 9 pm - 2 am

Wear your dancing shoes and get your party on with our live DJ playing charttopping hits (Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and more). Open to all enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Last Friday Super Social Hour

Friday, 31 March • 5 - 7 pm

Come out and socialize with friends and coworkers while enjoying our expanded hors d’oeuvres and drink specials. Get a chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot as well as amazing door prizes. Open to Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Weekly Friday Social Hour

Fridays • 5 - 7 pm

Cheers to the weekend! We’ll have amazing food and club members will have a chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

HANABI’S RESTAURANT & BAR

Come enjoy our great selection of craft beers, delicious Asian cuisine, and mouthwatering burgers while you play pool, darts, and more — seven days a week. Open to all ranks and services.

Sundays: 5 - 7 pm • Roczam

Mondays: 7 - 10 pm

Tuesdays: 7 - 9 pm • Smartphone Trivia

Wednesdays: 7 - 9 pm • Country Line Dance

Thursdays: 7 - 9 pm • Karaoke Night

Fridays & Saturdays: 9 pm - 2 am

KAZOKU PLACE

Mini Breakfast Buffet

Fridays • 7 – 10:30 am

Saturdays • 7 am - 2 pm

$10.95 • Ages 13 & older

($1 member discount)

$5.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount)

$3.00 • Ages 3 - 4

Free • Ages 2 & under

Grab a quick bite to get your day started right! Choose from our classic breakfast options like mini pancakes, scrambled eggs, and country potatoes.

Sunday Breakfast

Sundays • 8 am – 2 pm

$12.95 • Ages 13 & older

($2 member discount)

$6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount)

$3.95 • Ages 3 - 4

Free • Ages 2 & under

Enjoy our all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet!

BBQ Rib Night Special

Mondays • 4 - 9 pm

Kazoku Place

BBQ glazed baby back ribs, 1/2 or full rack, served with a choice of 2 sides: cornbread or rolls, and soup or salad.

Statehood Admission Day

Friday, 10 March • 7 - 10:30 am

This month’s lucky states are Vermont, Ohio, Maine, Florida, and Nebraska. Please show your driver’s license or stateside ID and active Enlisted Club membership to receive a FREE mini breakfast buffet.

Retiree Club Member

Appreciation

Friday, 31 March • 6 am - 2 pm

Retirees receive an additional $1 discount with a purchase of a full breakfast or lunch entrée. Must show retired military ID & active Enlisted Club card.

Kazoku Place

966-7380 | Bldg 622

Inside the Rocker Enlisted Club

Members Only Two-for-One Dinner

Tuesdays • 4 - 9 pm

Kazoku Place

•Roasted Cornish Game Hen with wild rice herb stuffing

•Grilled Salmon with shrimp caprese

•Chef Wes’ Cowboy Steak Bites

•Shiitake Mushroom-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Each entrée comes with a choice of house salad or cup of soup, 2 sides, and fresh bread unless otherwise noted. Dine in only. Not available for to-go or pickup.

St. Patrick’s aySPECIAL

Friday, 17 March • 4 pm - Close Kazoku Place

Enjoy the luck of the Irish with a traditional St. Patrick’s Day meal of Corned Beef and Cabbage!

Available for evening dining only.

4 - 9 pm

Children ages 10 and under eat free off the kids menu with a purchase of an adult entrée.

Dine in only

Wednesday, 22 March • 5 - 8 pm

Shiraho Ballroom

Build your own stir fry meal with our fresh and delicious ingredients. Kazoku Place is closed for night dining.

MARCH MENU

THURSDAYS 4:30 - 6:30 PM

$10 Per person ($2 Member discount)

2 MARCH

Teriyaki Chicken with steamed rice and macaroni salad

9 MARCH

Pork Adobo with steamed rice and vegetable pancit

16 MARCH

Beef Enchilada with Mexican rice and corn fiesta

23 MARCH

Chicken Stir Fry with steamed rice and spring roll

30 MARCH

Korean Beef with steamed rice and cucumber kimchi

Limited quantities, so come early!

Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372 | Bldg 622

Open to all ranks and services ages 18 and over.

Soap Opera Night Bingo

Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

7 pm

$500 Night Bingo

Mondays • 7 pm

All book games have a payout of $500!

$750 Night Bingo

Saturdays • 6 pm

All book games have a payout of $750!

Bingo Appreciation

Sunday, 26 March • 7 pm

Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372 | Bldg 622

Sip, Savor,

You’re at a fancy restaurant with a fancy dress on, your partner is looking dapper, and a juicy steak is on your plate. e only thing missing is a drink in your hands, but you’re not sure what type of wine to get. Awkwardly, you call on the waiter and ask for recommendations that would go perfectly with your food.

Have you caught yourself in a similar situation? Worry no more! is article will provide you with proper wine etiquette and food pairings for di erent types of wine to prepare you for your next fancy dinner, cocktail with friends, or for Kadena’s Wine Fest this month!

Wine has accompanied the culinary delights around the world for millennia. It is known for its nutritional properties, taste, and the social culture it creates. From whites to reds and Rosé, endless complexities and avor pro les deliver an earthy punctuation to any meal or social experience. e journey or turning grapes into wine is a detailed and controlled chemistry experiment.

How it’s made

Remember watching TV shows with people pressing on a bucket of grapes with their bare feet? Well, that’s one way to make wine; however, there are now machines to do just that in today’s day and age. First and foremost, grapes are destemmed before getting pressed lightly or fully, depending on the type of wine being made. It then goes through the fermentation process where wine gets its alcohol content along with other additives such as sweeteners, artificial colors, and more. Prior to putting the final product in bottles and corks, wine goes through the maturation or aging process where gallons of wine are poured inside oak barrels for a certain amount of time. This helps the wine reach its full maturity; resulting in a smoother and perfect taste.

Article by Janelle Rivera | Photos by Jamie Acton | Design by Takako Uehara

Eat, Repeat

How to drink

Now, for the fun part! Drinking wine is art in itself. It is an experience one should remember as it contains so much more than just taking a sip. Look like a pro with these tips when you go to the upcoming Wine Fest! When drinking a glass of wine, hold the stem with your thumb and index finger as you support the base with the rest of your fingers. As you raise your hand towards your lips and mouth, make sure to not gulp it down. Savor the taste and take your time by slowly taking a sip of the drink. Enjoy every drop and appreciate the beauty of how it was made.

Food pairing

Now that you know how to drink wine properly, let’s learn about the perfect food pairings. Wine pairs with certain types of food to bring its natural, harmonious flavors and aroma. Each wine’s food counterpart will help you enjoy your drink and food a lot better. Enhance your dining experience with this list of perfect wine and food combinations.

•Red wine is paired perfectly with any red meat, cheese, pasta with red sauce, chocolate, and pizza as they all complement the dark and sweet flavor of the drink.

•White wine is paired perfectly with seafood and chicken to complement the wine’s lemon-like taste and brightens the flavors of the food.

•Rosé is paired perfectly with cheesy dishes, grilled fish, and fresh salad as they complement both its acidity and fruitiness taste.

•Sparkling wine is paired perfectly with roasted vegetables, fish, fried, and salty food to complement its sweetness and carbonation making it a tastefully balanced combination.

•Dessert wine is perfectly paired with sweet desserts or salted caramel desserts that complement the sweetness of the drink.

¡Salud!

Now that you’re ready, it’s time to wine down on this year’s two-day Wine Fest! Enjoy wine samples from around the world while matching their avor pro les with the perfect food pairings lovingly prepared and presented by the Kadena Enlisted Club’s talented culinary team! Take in the ambiance of live music and great company! Save the date and secure your tickets before they sell out! Tickets are still on sale at the Enlisted Club customer service counter.

*Please drink responsibly.

Monday - Friday • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Come to the Rocker Enlisted Club to order your baked goods prepared by our talented bakers. We offer an assortment of donuts, cookies, tarts, pies, and specialty cakes that you can personalize for any occasion.

Stop by the Rocker Enlisted Club, building 622 or call 966-7408 for more information.

Sunday - Thursday • Noon - 10 pm

Friday - Saturday • Noon - Midnight (For Kadena AB and Chibana military housing only) https://orderonlinemenu.com/BanyanTreePizzaGrill

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Hand-breaded crispy chicken, lettuce, tomato, and our secret sauce on a brioche bun. Curious about our secret sauce? Get it on the side. You’re going to want to put it on everything.

Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill

Shrimp Cajun Pizza $17.95

A round of dough magic with our flavorful and succulent Cajun shrimp, sausage, onion, green bell pepper, mushroom, gooey cheese, and hot sauce to top it all off.

Strikers Café

Breakfast Burger $7.50

Enjoy your breakfast classics - scrambled egg, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, hash browns - and a delicious hamburger patty between 2 juicy, mouthwatering French toast, served with a side of syrup or salsa.

Kadena march Specials

Let’s heat things up with a hot bowl of gumbo! Served on a bed of rice, this dish comes with a salad and brioche roll!

Café Latte

Modern Corned Beef Hash $7.95

Try our modern twist on a breakfast classic. Our homemade hash topped with 2 eggs and a drizzle of creamy Sriracha sauce is a sure way to start your day!

Café Latte

Green Curry Tofu $9.95

Enjoy crispy tofu tossed in a rich creamy green curry sauce and served over rice. It’s healthy, delicious, and bursting with flavor!

Bibimbap $10.50

Korean spice seasoned beef, Korean seasoned bean sprouts, spinach, carrots, and boiled egg.

Kadena FSS Specials

Margherita Pizza $18

Semi-sweet housemade pizza sauce, fresh local basil, and creamy mozzarella. Our best-selling

Tee House

Garlic Shrimp Pasta $10

Flavorful shrimp immersed in garlic butter and mixed with pasta, savory tomato, and mushroom, topped with

RisN’ Shine

“The Luck of the Irish” $6.50

Mint chocolate, vanilla yogurt, white chocolate, and whipped cream.

Vegetarian

S’mores Pizza 16.95

Bring back memories of a cozy campfire favorite but served from our fire instead. This dessert pizza is topped with chocolate, marshmallows, graham cracker crumbles, and baked to perfection.

BUILD MORALE WITH FSS

Need a break and want to build teamwork and morale in your squadron?

A morale event is just what your unit needs! The Force Support Squadron will make it happen!

Check out the following resources and funds available to plan a successful team building event, stress free! Please contact the appropriate POCs below to schedule a meeting.

Party and Picnic Funds (P2)

Funds for events such as parties and picnics are open to all of your unit members. Funds will be available for food, nonalcoholic beverages and utensils.

POC: Sayuri Kaneshiro, 634-2021

Location: Building 721-A, Room 109

Unite Funds

Unite is perfect to help cover the costs of recreational cohesion event admissions, rental expenses and supplies for unifying your unit members and family when invited to attend.

POC:Community Cohesion Coordinator, 632-7220

Location: Building 721, Room D-206

Private Organizations (POs)

Private organizations are a great resource for extra funds! Contact your private organization or create one to raise funds for future morale/unit events! For additional information, please email 18fss. fsrf.kadenaprivateorg@us.af.mil.

DSN: 632-7215

18FSS.FSRF.KadenaPrivateOrg@us.af.mil

Location: Building 721-A, Room 108

Special Morale and Welfare Funds (SM&W)

Funds perfect for quarterly Commander’s Calls, Change or Assumption of Command, Retirement Ceremonies and Memorial Observances. Funds will be used for light refreshments, nonalcoholic drinks and utensils. (Award Promotion ceremonies are not allowed in SM&W under local rules.)

POC: Sayuri Kaneshiro, 634-2021

Location: Building 721-A, Room 109

27 - 31 March

Monday Naha Tour

Tuesday

Tots Day

Coral Dyeing & Kokusai

Wednesday

Jungle ATV & Zip-lining

Thursday Churaumi Aquarium

Coral Dyeing & Kokusai

Friday

Urashima Dinner Theater

Bingata Dyeing & Kokusai

Saturdays & Sundays plus Friday, 24 March

8 am - 1:30 pm

$50 • Ages 13 & over | $35 • Ages 4 - 12

Humpback whales travel from the northern seas of Russia and Alaska (5,600 miles) to give birth to their calves in the warm waters surrounding Okinawa and the Kerama Islands. Many grow up to be 50’ long and weigh up to 30 tons. We’ll take you out to sea to get close to these gentle giants. Ages 3 & under are not allowed on the boat due to safety precautions.

Memorial Day Overnights

Tokyo

Thursday - Monday, 25 - 29 May

Includes: roundtrip airfare, roundtrip transfers, 4-night stay at New Sanno Hotel, PASMO (IC Card), and an Englishspeaking tour escort.

Prices starting at $750 per person. Based on two adults sharing a twin room. $150 single supplement. $200 per person deposit due at time of booking. Final payment due 27 April.

Ishigaki Island

Saturday - Tuesday • 27 - 30 May

$900 per person

Includes: roundtrip airfare, roundtrip transfers, 3-night stay at Fusaki Beach Resort, daily breakfast, half-day tour, and an English-speaking tour escort. Based on two adults sharing a twin room. $200 per person deposit due at time of booking. Final payment due 27 March.

YYY Club Resort on Ie Island

Saturday - Monday, 27 - 29 May

Includes: roundtrip ferry, round trip transfers, two-night stay, two breakfasts, two dinners, island tour, and an English-speaking tour escort. Contact ITT for pricing and more information.

OKUMA BEACH

COLOR FUN RUN

Camping with Pets

Friday - Sunday, 3 - 5 March

$11 • Per camp spot

Sign up • Outdoor Recreation Equipment

Rental, Bldg. 121

Hillside Campground and access to West Beach. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Restrictions may apply.

*Pets must be properly immunized. Proof of vaccination records are required.

Spring Break at Okuma!

24 March - 2 April

Welcome the spring sunshine by heading over to Okuma Beach for some fun-in-thesun outdoor activities, camp under the stars, and let the good times roll! Find our full list of Spring Break activities at facebook.com/theokumabeach.

Saturday, 25 March

Run starts • 5:30 pm

$13 • All ages (cash only)

Okuma.KadenaFSS.com facebook.com/theokumabeach @okumabeach

Okuma Beach • 631-1990

Lodging Reservations • 631-1991

Surfside Grill & Bar • 098-962-1805

Okuma Outdoor Recreation • 631-1815

Located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base

Register at the Okuma Outdoor Recreation Equipment

Rental parking lot at 4 pm. Experience a rainbow of tropi-color with a 1.5-mile color run through the beautiful, tropical Okuma Beach! Registration fee includes a T-shirt!

Friday, 17 March • 9 pm - Midnight

Ages 18 & over

Family Bingo •  7 pm

Games & Contests •  9 pm

Come spend the weekend at Okuma Beach & celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with friends and family! The event will be held at the Surfside Bar, so come dance the night away while you enjoy green beverages, specialty cocktails, games, and contests where you’ll get a chance to win amazing prizes! Adults only.

BOUNCE!! OKUMA BEACH

SATURDAY, 1 APRIL 10 am - 5 pm

Ages 13 & under

Come celebrate the last day of Spring Break with us at Okuma Beach with some fun kids-only activities! Glide down the inflatable water slides, jump for joy on bouncy castles, and join us for a massive water balloon fight at 3 pm! Customers are encouraged to bring their own water guns.

From 5 to 8:30 pm, enjoy free entertainment as you enjoy delicious island style BBQ to-go specials by the talented chefs of the Surfside Grill & Bar. Patio seating is limited.

Manager’s Deal

Now - 23 March

Book a massage and receive $10 off of your stay. Restrictions may apply. For more details, please call 098-962-1990 or 090-3795-8688 between 8 am - 5 pm.

Sweet Cabana Deal

Now - 23 March

Sunday - Thursday • Excludes holidays

Looking for a great deal? Check out our Sweet Cabana Deal! Save 20% off of a 2-night stay plus breakfast for two in any Okuma Suite, Suite Plus, Studio, or Studio Premier. Restrictions may apply. Call to reserve.

Camp Under the Stars

Now - 23 March

With spring in full-effect, camp sites do not get any better than at Okuma Beach. Sit around the campfire with friends and family as you listen to the sound of the waves, while admiring the stars and roasting s’mores.

Stay tuned for OKUMA BEACH FEST 29 & 30 April!

KADENA GOLF COMPLEX

BANYAN TREE GOLF COURSE

Saturday, 18 March

Shotgun start • 7:30 am

$40 • Per person*

*Green and cart fee paid separately. Registration deadline will be Thursday, 16 March. A late fee of $50 will charged after 16 March.

Banyan Tree Pro Shop

St. Patrick’s Sale

17 - 19 March

Enjoy discounted prices on your favorite equipment from the Pro Shop during St. Patrick’s Day Weekend!

Banyan Tree Golf Course

966-7321 | Bldg 12

CHIBANA

GOLF COURSE

18 Hole Day/Night 2 Person Scramble

Saturday, 15 April

3 pm • Check-in | 3:30 pm • Shotgun start

$45 • Per person

Sign up at the Chibana Pro Shop by Wednesday, 12 April.

This is a 2-part event with 9 holes played during the daytime and 9 holes in total darkness. After the first 9-holes, enjoy a cookout with drinks!

Chibana Golf Course

966-7327 | Bldg 55061

WARNING: Shenanigans and Malarkey may occur. Green attire is not mandatory for this fun!

EMERY LANES

Coming Soon to the lanes near you — KIDS BOWL FREE!

Check Emery Lanes front desk, our Facebook, or Instagram pages for details!

Single Airmen Bowl Free

Mondays • 5:30 - 9:30 pm

Attention single airmen - we have your Mondays covered! Airmen on unaccompanied orders can receive 3 free games of bowling plus shoes! Eligible to single airmen of all ranks, plus 1 guest.

Kids Eat Free!!

Tuesdays • 5 - 8:30 pm

Ages 17 & under

Children get a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult combo meal. Dine-in only. Includes Ramen Bowl and Strikers Café.

Online Orders Available

In a hurry? Have a big order? Don’t want to get out of the car to get food? This is just what you need! Use the online ordering system and come in for pickup or use curbside! To order, go to www.orderonlinemenu.com/ StrikersCafeKadena.

Pizza, Pins & Pop

$54.95 • Sunday - Friday before 5 pm

$58.95 • Sunday - Thursday after 5 pm Enjoy 2 hours of bowling, a large one topping pizza, and a pitcher of soda for up to 5 bowlers. Rental shoes included.

Bouldering Club

Thursdays • 6 - 8 pm

$60 • 4 lessons | $20 • per lesson

Ages 6 & over

Bouldering is a type of rock climbing on small rock formations and artificial rock walls without the use of ropes or harnesses. Learn about bouldering with us. Our talented instructors will explain the rules, what bouldering is, and how to use the gear. Price includes lesson fee and gear.

Chibana Flea Market

4 & 5 March, 18 & 19 March • 7 - 10 am

KADENA OUTDOOR RECREATION Hiking at ASO KUJU NATIONAL PARK in Kyushu

Join us every 1st and 3rd weekend of the month at the Chibana Golf Course for open-air shopping at its finest. Reserve your spot as a vendor with Outdoor Recreation or shop and find some hidden treasures!

Tandem Cycling with your Kids

Friday, 10 March • 9 am - 1 pm

$50 • Per bicycle | 1 adult, 1 kid (Ages 4 - 9)

Have some fun while you learn or teach your little ones new skills with tandem cycling. Show them how it’s done!

Closure

Tuesday, 14 March

Outdoor Recreation, Fairchild Pool and the Kadena Marina will be closed all day for a Staff Training Day. Thank you for your understanding.

Outdoor Recreation

966-7343 | 036-868-2229

Bldg 614

We offer rental equipment from bounce houses to bicycles and camping gear too! We can also host your next Paintball Party!

@KadenaOutdoorRecreation

Saturday - Tuesday, 27 - 30 May (Memorial Day)

$960 • Single room

$935 • Twin room, per person

$850 • Kid (Age 6 - 12)

Day 1 • 6 miles

Day 2 • 4 miles

Mt. Nakadake (1,791 meters) is the highest mountain in Kyushu, and Mt. Kuju (1,786 meters) is known as an azalea mountain. Witness the flowers bloom as we hike this time of year!

Hiking Nago & Azalea Festival

Sunday, 19 March • 8 am - 3 pm

$40 • Ages 4 & over

Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Azalea Festival in Higashi Village and trek Mt. Nago, a 3.5-mile hike.

Hiking, Cycling, and Camping at Okuma

Friday - Sunday, 24 - 26 March

$130 • Per person

$80 • Additional guest

$,60 • Ages 11 & under

Day 1 - Mini Golf & Molkky Tournament Game

Day 2 - Cycling, Hiking, & Molkky

Tournament Game

Day 3 - Cycling and Hiking

We will make the camping reservations and show you how to setup your campsite! The price includes a trip guide, bicycle, helmet, camping spot at Okuma, and camping gear to include one tent per family, a sleeping bag, and sleeping cot for each adult. There will also be BBQ at night and hot-sandwiches for breakfast. Bring cash/yen for snacks, extra meals, and additional purchases.

THIS MONTH’S HIKING TRIPS

Hiking Indy Jones (1 mile)

Wednesday, 1 March • 9 am - 1 pm

$30 • Ages 16 & over | $12 • Ages 6 - 15

Free • Ages 3 – 5

Hiking Mt. Sankaku

(It’s Little Fuji) (2 miles)

Friday, 17 March • 9 am - 1 pm

$30 • Ages 16 & over | $12 • Ages 6 - 15

Free • Ages 3 - 5

Hiking Mt. Katsuu (1 mile)

Wednesday, 22 March • 9 am - 1 pm

$30 • Ages 16 & over | $12 • Ages 6 - 15

DIFFICULTY

Saturday, 18 March  • 11 am - 2 pm

Come

get to know the ODR team with free games and activities! We have something for everyone!

Road to Mt. Fuji

Is climbing Mt. Fuji on your bucket list? Join us this summer for our annual trip!

Preparation Tips:

•Limit caffeine & alcohol 24 hours prior.

•Get lots of sleep (at least 8 hours).

•Acquire proper equipment.

•Make sure to pack necessities only; avoid “nice to have” supplies.

•AVOID OVER PACKING.

•Keep the weight in your backpack to no more than 5 pounds. A heavy pack will overtax you and cut off blood circulation in your limbs. Less weight means better balance.

•Consume high-protein foods in light weight packages rather than cans.

Check out this page next month for the supply checklist!

If you’d like to start training for our summer Mt. Fuji trip, we recommend these ODR activities this month:

Hiking Indy Jones

Wednesday, 1 March • 9 am - Noon

Navigate Climb Mt. Fuji

Thursdays, 2 & 16 March • 4 - 5 pm

We want to hear from you! Take advantage of this new opportunity to let us know what your questions about climbing Mt. Fuji are.

Hiking Mt. Sankaku (It’s Little Fuji)

Friday, 17 March • 9 am - 1 pm

Hiking Nago & Azalea Festival

Sunday, 19 March • 8 am - 3 pm

Hiking Mt. Katsuu

Wednesday, 22 March • 9 am - 1 pm

For prices and details, please see pages 32 - 33.

Mt. Fuji from Zero Station to 5th Station

Friday - Monday, 14 - 17 April

$1,240 • Single room | $980 • Twin room

$975 • Triple room

Ages 6 & over Day 1 • 8 miles Day 2 • 3 miles

Let’s climb Mt. Fuji starting at Zero Station! We will start at the bottom of Mt. Fuji and climb to the 5th Station. So, when you climb from the 5th to the top this summer, you can say you’ve conquered all of Mt. Fuji!

AQUATICS

Kadena Marina SUP CUP

Saturday, 15 April • 8 am - 4 pm

Join Kadena Aquatics and the Kadena Marina for a paddleboarding race at the Kadena Marina! We will have 4 different races to accommodate competitors of all ages and genders. Both hard and inflatable boards under 11 feet are allowed. Register online via WebTrac, or in person at Outdoor Recreation or Kadena Marina. Visit or contact Kadena Aquatics and Kadena Marina for more information.

Swim Lessons

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Sign-ups start • Wednesday, 29 March Ages 6 mos & over

Each series consists of eight 30-minute sessions for a total of four hours. Open to all SOFA and dependents.

Parent & Child (Ages 6 mos - 2 yrs)

$50 • Per series

Children are introduced into the water in a comfortable environment and parents are taught the basics of water safety.

Preschool (Ages 3 - 5)

$75 • Per series

Children are introduced to important safety practices and basic aquatic skills.

Learn to Swim Series Levels 1 - 6

$75 • Per series • Ages 5 - 17

Learn to Swim Levels:

1-Introduction to water skills

2-Fundamental aquatics skills

3-Stroke development

4-Stroke improvement

5-Stroke refinement

6-Swimming and skill proficiency

Registration only available online through WebTrac. For more information, please contact Kadena Outdoor Recreation at 966-7343.

Private Lessons

$125 • Per series • Ages 6 & over

Learn the skills and safety precautions necessary to become a swimmer! Small class sizes allow for ample instruction, practice, and development. Please visit the Fairchild Pool during working hours to request a private lesson.

Pool Hours

Fairchild Pool

Mon - Fri • 5 am - 7 pm Sat • 9 am - 1 pm

Sun & first Wed of the month • Closed

Hagerstrom Pool Closed

LIFEGUARD COURSES UPCOMING

27 February - 3 March & 27 - 31 March

2:30 - 7 pm

$150 • Per person

Ages 15 & over

Want to get a job as a Lifeguard this summer? Our American Red Cross certified instructors will help you get your certification.

To join, you must pass a pretest of:

300-meter swim

2-minute tread

Brick test

Aquatics

634-7665

Fairchild Pool • Bldg 1988 @KadenaAquatics

LIFEGUARD CLINIC

Need practice? Our Lifeguard instructors will help develop the skills you need to successfully join the lifeguard course in our new clinic!

Clinic Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 1 - 22 March • 3 - 4 pm

Sailing with Peter Cottontail

Saturday - Sunday, 25 - 26 March

9 am - 4 pm • $25 • Per family

Sail away with a special companion, the Easter Bunny! You can enjoy a mini cruise around the Marina on our power boat, 5 people maximum. Enjoy and take photos while you cruise with Peter Cottontail or on land with a balloon arch overlooking the water.

Preregistration required.

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Spring Break Week at

the Marina

27 - 31 March

Join the Marina during Spring Break week to experience awesome ocean activities!

MONDAY: How to Snorkel

Noon - 4 pm • $40 • Ages 8 & over

TUESDAY: Fishing Camp

9 - 11 am • $20 • Ages 6 & over

THURSDAY: Buoy Painting

10 am - Noon & 2 - 4 pm • $10 • All ages All materials will be provided.

FRIDAY: Fishing Camp

9 - 11 am • $20 • Ages 6 & over

*Parents must stay on site throughout the duration of each program. Preregistration is required inside the Scuba Store at bldg. 3500. Spaces are limited; reserve your spot now!

Women’s Day Dive Event

Friday, 10 March • 8 am

$75 • Per person | $10 • RecOn

What’s the best way to celebrate International Women’s Day than to go on a relaxing dive to Chibishi with your best gals? All skill levels are welcome. All you have to do is hop on board The Venture and enjoy the underwater seascape!

Movie at the Marina

Friday, 17 March • 6 pm • FREE

Come join us for another movie on the Marina! We’ll be watching the movie “Luck.” Don’t forget your lawn chairs and blankets. Movie duration will be 1 hour, 37 minutes.

Kids Diving for Gold

Saturday, 18 March • 8 am

$65 • Ages 10 - 17

Bring your kids over to the Marina for the local shore dive! Each team will get the opportunity to dive for hidden gold! A team will consist of no more than 2 children. Prizes will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place winners.

Kadena Marina

Dive Shop • 036-868-2228

Harbor • 036-868-2282

Bldg 3500

Vote Kadena Marina NOW!

ARTS & CRAFTS

St.

17 - 19 March

Come shop our St. Patty’s Day Decor and receive 17% off when you purchase green paint, vinyl, or décor!

St.

Friday, 17 March

Post your St. Patrick’s Day costumes or decorations on our Facebook page, we will give you 17% off!

Follow us on Facebook to be in the know of all of our classes and sales!

Saturday, 18 March • 9 am

Coaches meeting at 8 am Risner Fitness Center Basketball Courts

14 March • Registration deadline

Tournament trophy awarded to the 1st and 2nd place teams! Open to all DoD ID card holders. For more information or to sign up, please contact Staff Sgt. Benedetta Laird at benedetta.laird@us.af.mil.

Habu Hashire 5K

Saturday, 1 April • 8 am

Tennis Courts by Gate 1

No registration required

Enjoy the outdoors and get revved up for this month’s Habu Hashire 5K! Medals will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for 3 categoriesmale, female, and under 16.

Sponsored in part by:

KADENA FITNESS & SPORTS COMPLEX

Functional Fitness Class

Monday - Friday • 5:30 - 6 am & 6 - 7 pm

Saturday • 9 - 10 am

Pay a one-time fee and attend the Functional Fitness Fundamentals class, a three-hour course covering techniques, prior to attending the group classes. Stop by Risner Fitness Center for more information!

Above All FIT Camp

6 - 31 March • $240 • 12 sessions

Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays

4:45 - 6 am

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Fridays

9:30 - 10:45 am

For more information and to register, contact van_anh.vo@us.af.mil.

Massage Therapy

The Risner Fitness Center offers massage therapy to help you unwind and recover from everyday stressors. Our therapists are trained in various massage styles.

30 min • $30 | 60 min • $45

75 min • $60 | 90 min • $75 120 min • $90

Book your session today at the Risner Fitness Center front desk! Customers MUST pay at time of booking.

Pro Shop St. Patrick’s Day Sale

Friday, 17 March

Enjoy 10% off of everything in the Pro Shop. Limited edition St. Patrick’s hoodies and T-shirts will be available. While supplies last.

Risner Fitness Center

634-5128 | Bldg 109

Tennis Center & Sports Pro Shop

966-7431 | Bldg 109

Habu Fitness Center

634-3866 | Bldg 499

Get to Know

Don’t have a way to get back to work or home while we work on your car? Use our free shuttle service for Kadena Air Base. Service is from Monday to Friday, on a first-come, first-served basis. SUBJECT TO CHANGE

DIY Shop

Monday - Friday • 8 am - 7 pm

Saturday • 8 am - 8 pm

Sunday • 10 am - 6 pm

We have new lifts available for your DIY needs. Car services also available.

Cycles & cars

Saturday, 18 March • 6 - 10 pm

Monthly Car Meet

Join us at Chibana Golf Course parking lot every 3rd Saturday of the month!

We are Here for YOU

Let our expert staff ensure that your vehicle is safe and road-worthy.

Monday - Friday • 8 am - 5 pm

Tip of the Month

Paperwork Reminder

Just a friendly reminder from your Shogun Auto Care Center to always make sure all your paperwork is current. You can be ticketed, fined, or may lose your license if you are ever stopped with an obsolete paperwork. Visit or call us if you need assistance.

If you catch yourself with a drained car battery due to long term parking or accidentally leaving the lights on, jumper cables or jump boxes will get you moving again in no time. A jumper cable draws power from another vehicle to inject power into a dead battery while a jump box initiates the process itself. These items deserve a permanent space in the vehicle of any responsible car owner. Check out our inventory or ask our staff for helpful information to ensure you have reliable battery power at all times.

「あじまー」とは、沖縄の方言で「交差点」を意味します。 このぺージが私達 18th FSS と嘉手納基地の日本人 の皆様との交流の場となることを願い、嘉手納基地に関 するさまざまな情報を日本語で提供していく予定です。 ご意見ご感想お待ちしています： marketing@kadenafss.com

Kadena Civilian Personnel Office, JN Personnel Section

職場でのケガ

WORK PLACE INJURIES

MLC/IHA業務上のまたは通勤中による傷病 MLC/IHA Duty-Connected Injury

職務に関連してケガや病気になった場合は…

In case of injury or illness at work...

2

すぐに応急手当を受けるか、 または病院で治療を受ける

3 職場の上司に知らせる Notify your supervisor

通勤途中の事故も業務災害に含まれ ます。労働者災害補償保険の請求に先 だち職場への報告が必要です 。

安全第一、お大事に！

上司は人事部に報告する Supervisor immediately reports to CPO

Accidents while commuting is included in work-related injuries. The report to CPO is a requirement for Workers’ Accident Compensation Insurance.

Stay safe and take care!

人事部労使関係調整課: 632-7911/7508/7899　718 FSS/Kadena Civilian JN EMR: *718FSS.FSCAJ.JNEMR@us.af.mil

三線同好会

Sanshin Club

三線が好きな方、興味がある方一緒に練習しませんか？ 初心者から経験者まで参加者募集します。

日にち:3月1日、１５日、＆29日（水曜日）

時間: 午後4時半 ‒ 5時半

場所: Military & Family Readiness Center（嘉手納基地内、建物番号２２０）

申込：https://tockify.com/ kadenamfrc/pinboard

めんそ～れ～

CHIBANA FLEA MARKET CHIBANA FLEA MARKET

チバナフリーマーケット

Kadena FSS

どなたでも入れます！

場所：知花ゴルフコース駐車場 　（米空軍施設）

毎月第１、第３土、日

３月のおすすめ メニュー！

ストライカーカフェ （エメリーレインズ ボーリングセンター） ブレックファーストバーガー

Tel：966-7343｜036-868-2229

日英会話サークル

英会話の練習を日本語を習得したい外国人と一緒にや ってみませんか？テキストなどは使用せずに会話形式で 気軽に参加できるグループです。嘉手納基地へアクセス できる方はどなたでも参加できます。

毎週木曜日の午後４時半から６時半まで、嘉手納基地 のMilitary & Family Readiness Center (建物番号 220)で開催しています。おひとりでもお気軽にご参加く ださい。

＊参加希望の方は下記のサイト又は QRコードからサインアップして下さい。

https://tockify.com/kadenamfrc/pinboard

Hello!

はじめまして!

Military & Family Readiness Center 金城かおり

Email：kaori.mccarthy.jp@us.af.mil

Tel：６３４-３３６６ / ７５２１

Nice to meet you!

$7.50

シーサイドステーキ＆シーフード （カデナマリーナ） シーフードガンボー

$13.95

バ二ヤンツリーピザ＆グリル （シーリング コミュニティセンター内) ガーリックシュリンプパスタ $10

カフェラテ（オフィサーズクラブ内） モダンコーンビーフハッシュ

$7.95

カフェラテ（オフィサーズクラブ内） グリーンカレー豆腐 $9.95

エアーパワーカフェ ビビンバ $9.75

チッパーズ（チバナゴルフコース） マルゲリータピザ $18

• 午前７-１０時

カデナ・アウトドア・レクリエーション

ENGLISH & JAPANESE LANGUAGE EXCHANGE

Hina Matsuri & Sanshin no Hi ひな祭り＆三線の日

This month’s Cultural Corner contains not just one, but two traditional observances. These two festivities take place the day after one another, which generates a busy week for most households. “Hina Matsuri,” also known as Girls’ Festival or Doll Festival, is celebrated in dedication to the girls in the family, while Sanshin Day is celebrated throughout the island where thousands of sanshin performers gather around and play festive music.

Hina Matsuri is celebrated annually on March 3 where parents offer prayers for good health, safety, and happiness for their daughters. Observance of this festival is celebrated in many ways, depending on the area you live in. Some display a set of Hina dolls in their homes – like what you see in stores – to protect girls from accidents and diseases. These dolls dressed in detailed traditional Japanese attire are commonly known to absorb bad luck and misfortune and would later get thrown away after being displayed for a short period of time. Some regions, though, hang small handmade dolls in strings for the same purpose; for children to grow up happy, healthy, and disease-free. Another custom is throwing paper dolls into a river as a way of releasing away bad luck; this process is called “Nagashi Bina.” No matter how you commemorate Hina Matsuri, girls and daughters will surely be safe and protected.

What’s a Japanese festival without food! Hina Matsuri is prepared with special traditional food, each representing something beneficial for girls. A few of the Japanese classic foods consist of amazake, chirashizushi, and hina arare. Amazake, or “sweet alcohol,” is a fermented glutinous rice drink containing one percent alcohol, which is considered safe for children to consume. This drink is known to cleanse your body of anything bad that may come your way. Chirashizushi is a type of sushi containing ingredients that may benefit one’s life positively, making it a perfect dish to devour. Lastly, Hina Arare is a colorful rice cracker dish with each color representing life (pink), nature (green), and earth (white).

Sanshin

Hina Dolls

Amazake

The day after Hina Matsuri is yet another holiday to be celebrated: Sanshin no Hi or Sanshin Day. This holiday can be easily observed wherever you are in the world; however, it is best to experience the festivities first-hand here in Okinawa. Sanshin is a musical instrument considered to be the soul of Okinawan music dating back to the 15th century. It is a long necked threestringed banjo-like instrument usually covered with snakeskin. It is used in Okinawan folk songs and even in modern music.

If you are curious as to how it sounds, you can hear Sanshin’s warm and rustic tone fill the air of the Ryukyu Islands on March 4 as thousands of performers, dancers, and musicians fill the streets in their traditional attires.

As I mentioned above, Sanshin Day can be celebrated anywhere in the world by simply listening to sanshin music online as you remember your time here on the island.

Be on the lookout for the Hina dolls in shopping areas. Who knows, maybe you’ll end up buying one for the girls in your family. If you are wanting to experience and witness Sanshin Day where it is widely celebrated, don’t forget to tag us, @KadenaFSS! We would love to see you embracing the Okinawan life.

Understanding Spouse Employment

Thursday, 2 March • 9 - 11 am

Kadena M&FRC

We will take a deep dive into understanding the different hiring agencies and processes for employment while overseas. This will give you the information needed to be successful.

TSP MILLIONAIRE TSP MILLIONAIRE

Monday, 20 March • 2 - 3 pm

Kadena M&FRC

This will provide an overview of the optional Roth/ Traditional 401k type savings/retirement plan. Topics covered include the rules governing TSP enrollment/ participation, how to make contributions, and more.

Japanese & English Conversation Group

Thursday, 2 March • 4:30 - 6:30 pm

Do you want to learn Japanese? Come join the group! We do a language and culture exchange between English and Japanese speakers.

Vesting in TSP Financial Touchpoint

Monday, 6 March • 9 - 10 am

Retirement planning is an important first step in securing financial freedom for your future. From saving early, to understanding and managing TSP accounts, find out how to take advantage of your employersponsored retirement account.

Resume Writing 101

Wednesday, 8 March • 9 - 11 am

If you’re writing your first resume or looking to tweak an old one, this introductory class is a great way to get started. Let’s get you that interview!

EFMP Farmer and Fish Market Tour

Friday, 24 March • 9 am - 3:30 pm

This free, “all adult” EFMP event will take you on a farmer and fish market tour to learn about Okinawan vegetables, fish, and cuisine. Bring a shopping bag, yen for purchases, snacks, and lunch, if desired. Open to all EFMP members and their families. Contact CJ or Evan at 634-3366 for more information.

Plan Your Financial Freedom

Monday, 27 March • 10 - 11 am

Learn 5 actionable strategies and techniques to bring you closer to financial freedom. Open to all DoD ID card holders. What to bring: A laptop or tablet with Excel, Google Docs, and/or Numbers (Apple) along with financial statements (banking, credit, etc.).

For more information about classes or to register:

634-3366 | Bldg 220

SCHILLING COMMUNITY CENTER

Featuring “The Incredibles”

10 March • 5 - 9 pm

Schilling Garden • Film begins at sunset

FREE snacks, drinks, & prize giveaway. In case of bad weather, screening will move into the Schilling Ballroom and movie will begin at 6 pm.

Sponsored

Tuesday, 14 March

11 am - 2 pm

FREE snacks, bounce houses, & giveaways. (While supplies last)

Tuesday, 21 March • 5 - 7 pm

Games begin • 6 pm

$8 • Expert level (3 cards)

$5 • Beginner level (1 card)

Uniting gamers across Okinawa to support the Air Force Gaming mission. Join the Kadena Esports Discord community to connect with fellow athletes and be the first to know about upcoming tournaments!

Throw on your cape and get ready to fly high with the Schilling Community Center at this month’s superhero themed Family Bingo!

Registration opens • 1st of the month on Schilling WebTrac:

CLASSES

Driver’s Education

Monthly classes for active duty, teens, and day/night first-time adults. Register at the front desk or call for more details.

Japanese Flower Arrangement

Saturdays, 4, 11, & 18 March

11 am - Noon

$50 • Registration fee | 3 classes

Saturdays • 1:30 - 3 pm

4, 11, 18, & 25 March OR

Wednesdays • 5 - 6:30 pm

8, 15, 22, & 29 March

4 weeks • $30 registration fee

Sign up at the Schilling Community Center front desk

STEM Science

Ages 6 - 12

See front desk for more information and class schedule.

Kumon (Math/Japanese)

Ages 4 & over

See front desk for more information and class schedule.

SERVICES Cyber Café

Check out our new seating areas with charging ports! Free use of CAC enabled computers. Nominal fee for faxing and printing.

Game Room

Our game room is free and open to everyone ages 18 and over or children accompanied by an adult.

Room Reservations

$25 • 1 hour

$40 • 2 hours

$50 • 3 hours

$25+ • Extra hours

First come, first served at the front desk.

TROY’s Military and Family Scholarship caps the cost of tuition at $250 per credit hour for active military. Also, your spouse and dependents receive up to 50% in tuition savings.

Contact the program coordinator nearest you for more information.

KADENA AB kadena@troy.edu

DSN 634-7464

MISAWA AB misawa@troy.edu

DSN 226-3748

OSAN AB osan@troy.edu

DSN 784-8151

CAMP

HUMPHREYS humphreys@troy.edu

DSN 755-3534 troy.edu/pacific

Term IV 2023

March 20 - May 21, 2023

Registration begins: Feb. 27, 2023

Term V 2023

May 30 - July 30, 2023

Registration begins: May 8, 2023

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Contests & Prizes FREE Entry!

Saturday, 25 March

11 am - 2 pm

Chibana Dog Park

Bring your paw-tner in crime along for a paw-some time!

They’ll fur-ever love you for it! Please see registration table upon entry. $5 Nail Trims (cash only)

Vendors Oki Scoops

Puppy Ice Cream

TEEN CENTER

PI DAY

Tuesday, 14 March • 3 pm

Bring out your inner math geek as we recognize this genius math combination by completing mathematical problems while enjoying some pizza.

Youth of the Year Ceremony

Tuesday, 14 March

Teen Center members

Join us in this special ceremony as we recognize Kadena’s Teen of the Year, Presidential Award winner, and our special volunteers all-year-long! Get inspired by these teens as they make their way in becoming the new generation of leaders.

Mario Kart Tournament

Friday, 10 March • 3 pm

Teen Center members only. Must register with front desk.

Pay homage to the all-time favorite mustachioed character and Nintendo game during Mario Day. Compete for a chance to win prizes.

Tea Ms. B Tea With Ms. B

Thursday, 16 March • 3 - 4 pm

Join us for Tea with Ms. B as we raise awareness for SelfHarm Awareness Month. We will be in session with our MFLC discussing the reality and resources available to our teens.

634-8443 | Bldg 439

Tuesday, 14 March • Rocker Enlisted Club

This month, we celebrate and recognize the extraordinary achievements of our youth members. The Junior Youth of the Year award is the highest honor bestowed upon a youth member who has been nominated and identified throughout the year as Jr. Youth of the Month. This honor will be awarded to a youth member who has shown value of leadership, achievement, and service to the community throughout the year. On this day, qualified youth members will also receive the President’s Volunteer Service Awards for three categories Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The Presidential Volunteer Award is based upon the number of hours a youth member has volunteered in clubs, at the Youth Center, and in the community. Invite-only event.

YOUTH CENTER

Membership Appreciation Day

Friday, 17 March • 3:30 - 5:30 pm

Let’s bring some Irish cheer to this month’s Membership Appreciation Day with St. Patrick’s Day themed food, games, and prizes!

Spring Break Field Trips

Coming soon! Please check the parent portal for more information.

Torch Club

Tuesdays • 3:30 pm

Torch Club is a group for boys and girls to participate in various volunteer activities.

Opportunities include:

Peer mentoring programs

Food and clothing drives

Event Planning and Leadership

Community clean ups and beautification projects

Environmental awareness campaigns

Torch club members also take part in educational activities that focus on personal development. The objective of Torch Club is to have preteens develop a moral compass and value qualities such honesty, justice, fairness and respect.

Permission slip required.

Kadena’s

Our School Age Care programs offer a chance for your child to explore his or her individual interests by empowering them to make responsible, personal choices. Our trained staff takes pride in offering a variety of Boys and Girls Clubs of America (B&GCA) and 4-H programming. Both School Age Care locations offer clubs and environments centered on the interests of the children.

Spring Break Sign-ups!

Monday - Friday, 27 - 31 March

Sign-up deadline 10 March

Please register through https://militarychildcare.csd.disa.mil/mccf/ui

Shima No Ko SAC

634-1314 • Bldg 4081

Just before Gate 3

Himawari SAC

632-0202 • Bldg 439 Across from Base Library

For more information about the programs, please call Shima No Ko SAC or Himawari SAC or go to MilitaryChildCare.com.

Education

&

Training

Face to Face TA Brief for First-Time TA users

Wednesdays, 1 & 15 March • 11 am - Noon

Kadena Education & Training office, 3rd floor

Register in AFVEC → Ed Center info banner on right → Ed Center Events

DoD SkillBridge Briefing

Friday, 17 March • 11 am - Noon

Kadena Education & Training office • Bldg. 59, 3rd floor, Room 332

The DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for you to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships.

Register in AFVEC → Ed Center info banner on right → Ed Center Events

For assistance with registering for these classes, please contact the Education office.

Education & Training

634-1500 | Bldg 59, 3rd floor

Kadena Education Office

Email: kadenaeducationoffice@us.af.mil

On-Base Schools

ERAU (1st floor) | 634-5083 | Kadena.campus@erau.edu

Troy University (2nd floor) | 634-7464 | kadena@troy.edu

UMGC (2nd floor) | 634-2206 | Kadena-asia@umgc.edu

UPCOMING AFOQT Dates

7 March & 11 April

Please email Kadena.educationservicestesting@us.af.mil for dates after April. To sign up for the AFOQT, TBAS, EDPT, DLPT, or DLAB, email Kadena.educationservicestesting@ us.af.mil

YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS

CYPBMS Registration

(required for all CYP programs)

NEW FAMILIES!

If your little ones want to get into sports or enhance their skills, Youth Sports is an excellent way to do it! Expedite your child’s registration for Kadena sports, sports camps, and sports clinics by creating a CYPBMS account! It’s as easy as scanning the QR Code provided to begin the process. You can also visit the Youth Sports office inside the Habu Fitness Center or call at 634-9126 for assistance.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

When a Parent Deploys

Military separation is difficult for both parent and child. However, children are resilient. How well children cope can be influenced largely by how parents handle the separation. During the separation, children need to feel secure and loved even with only one parent in the home. Learn coping strategies to help the family as a whole through separation.

Employee Spotlight

Leslie Serna

Ms. Leslie Serna, a toddler teacher at the Wakaba CDC, has worked with children for 13 years. Ms. Serna has single-handedly worked countless hours on improving her overall classroom environment to meet and prepare for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) re-accreditation. She has embraced the Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum and NAEYC standards where she ensured daily enrichment for the kids. Ms. Serna stated, “I absolutely love this age group. I think it’s the perfect age to help a child grow and blossom. I often visit the Virtual Lab School and other resources and tools to make sure I can continue to support children’s personal, academic, and social development. I look forward to caring for children and making my room a home away from home.”

Saturdays • 6 - 10 pm • $32 per child

Ages 6 weeks to 5 years

Kadena Child Development Centers

Light dinner will be provided.

Grades K to 8 School Age Care

Sign up on CYP-BMS by noon the Monday before each session.

Need an account? Get started here!

2023 SCHEDULE

18 March  & 22 April

Niko Niko CDC, Bldg. 334

Himawari SAC, Bldg. 439

20 May & 24 June

Wakaba CDC, Bldg. 132

Shima No Ko SAC, Bldg. 4081

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

FAMILY CHILD CARE

Child Care When You Need it –Military Spouse Appointment Care

The Air Force Family Child Care Expanded Child Care Military Spouse Appointment Care (MSAC) is designed to provide child care for spouses to attend approved appointments related to key aspects of military life. MSAC fills an hourly child care need and is available at FCC programs on Kadena AB.

Examples of approved appointments: Medical appointments; classes offered by M&FRC, the Chaplain, Family Advocacy, and medical agencies; annual or refresher Key Spouse or Navy Ombudsman trainings, job interviews; and initial job training or new employee orientation. Volunteer opportunities are not an approved appointment.

For more information such as eligibility requirements, email Cynthia Huntsman, Community Child Care Coordinator, at cynthia. huntsman.1@us.af.mil or call DSN: 634-0514.

Family Child Care

634-0514 | Bldg 1850

KADENA LIBRARY

Come into the library all month long for stories, crafts, and more!

Storytime

Tuesdays • Ages 2 - 6

Thursdays • Ages 0 - 2

Crafts

Wednesdays, 15 & 29 March

10:30 am • Ages 2 - 6

4 pm • Ages 6 - 11

Things you can enjoy at the Library:

• CAC capable computers

• Scanners

• Adult quiet study room

• Free Wi-Fi

• Up to 30 free black/white prints per day

• Online databases with everything from entertainment to personal and professional advancement (including learning Japanese)!

In addition to checking out books and audiobooks, you can also take home:

DVDs

Music

Video games

Board games

Telescopes

Ukuleles

Character-shaped cake pans and cookie cutters!

Whether you’ve just arrived or have been on island for some time, you don’t want to miss our Tomodachi Collection, a collection of cultural and language materials that focuses on our current home, Japan!

Tuesday - Friday, 14 - 17 March

Come into the Library and check out our St. Patrick’s Day themed programs, crafts, and fun!

Tuesday, 14 March 10:30 am • Storytime for ages 2 - 6

Wednesday, 15 March 10:30 am • Crafts for ages 2 - 6 4 pm • Crafts for ages 6 - 11

Thursday, 16 March

11 am • Babytime, ages 0 - 2 3 pm • Teen Crafts, ages 12 & over

Friday, 17 March

Try your luck to win prizes all day! (At the front desk)

Check out our page @KadenaLibrary for more details.

Kadena Library

634-1502 | Bldg 451

Mon - Wed: 10 am - 8 pm

Thu - Sun: 10 am - 6 pm

Kadena Officers’ Club Bldg. 313

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Sat Appointments

036-868-2208

Dinner 4 - 7:30 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am

036-868-2212

Go

to order online Sun - Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri - Sat 4 pm - Midnight

11 am - 10 pm Holidays Regular hours

Delivery Kadena: 966-7366 JP: 036-868-2210 Daily 11 am - 10 pm

To-Go Kadena: 966-7360 JP: 036-868-2209

Food Truck & Catering

Kadena: 966-7359 010-1512-672-7359

Chippers at Chibana Golf Course Bldg. 55061 Kadena: 966-7367 JP: 036-868-2368

Johnson

Kadena:

634-4494

JP:

Kadena: 634-2228

Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Family Days Closed

Education & Training Center Bldg. 59

Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500

Base Training Kadena: 634-7756

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 7:30 am - 4 pm

Fri

Closed on family days & down days

Karing Kennels Bldg. 4065

Check our Facebook page for current hours of operations

Daily

10 am - 6 pm

& Organization

Family Days Closed

Kadena: 634-3366

Kadena:

Mon

- Fri

612

Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am

Kadena: 966-7250 JP: 036-868-2258

Mon - Sun 11 am - 10 pm

Go to https://widget.paymytab.com/usaf-it-just-wings.html

Kadena:

966-7303

036-868-2225 Mon - Thu

036-868-2214 Mon - Fri 6 am - 3 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6 am - 5 pm

Mon

- Wed & Fri

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.

RECREATION

Aero Club & Flight Training Center Bldg. 455

Flight training seven days a week. JP: 080-6493-6299 Customer Service Mon, Wed, & Fri 10 am - 6 pm

Arts & Crafts Center Bldg. 435

Kadena: 966-7347 JP: 036-868-2216

Ceramics Studio Kadena: 966-7351 JP: 036-868-2220

& Tue Closed

Frame Shop Kadena: 966-7353 JP: 036-868-2218

10 am - 6 pm Graphics Shop Kadena: 966-7352 JP: 036-868-2217

Wood Shop Kadena: 966-7349 JP: 036-868-2219

Banyan Tree Golf Course Bldg. 12 Open on regular hours on holidays. Kadena: 966-7321 JP: 036-868-2223

Noon - Dusk Driving Range Open 24 hours, 7 days a week* *1st & 3rd

YOUTH & TEEN

Child Care Referral

Kadena: 632-7693 Bldg. 439

Mon - Fri 9 am - 3 pm

Child Development Centers

Closed on family days.

Wakaba Bldg. 132

Kadena: 632-7420

Mon - Fri 6:30 am – 5:30 pm

Niko Niko Bldg. 334

Kadena: 634-5263

Mon - Fri 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Family Child Care Bldg. 1850

Closed on family days.

Kadena: 634-0514

Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm

Parent Assistance

Mon - Fri 8 am - 9 am

School Age Care

Closed on family days.

Himawari School Age Care Bldg. 439

Kadena: 632-0202

Shima No Ko School Age Care Bldg. 4081

Kadena: 634-1314 Mon - Fri 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

School Liaison Office Bldg. 99

Kadena: 634-2231 JP: 080-6489-8617 Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm

Teen Center Bldg. 439 Closed on Sundays & family days.

Kadena: 634-8443 Recreation (School days)

am

Afternoon 11 am - 9 pm (last order 8:30 pm)

Okuma Outdoor Recreation 631-1815 Bldg. 121

Daily 9 am - 5 pm

Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 614

Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229

Rental Equipment

Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10 am - 6 pm

Sat & Sun 8 am - 3 pm

Wed & 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: 634-7665

Fairchild Pool

Mon - Fri 5 am - 7 pm

Sat 9 am - 1 pm

Sun & every first Wed of the month Closed Hagerstrom Pool Closed

Schilling Community Center Bldg. 455

Kadena: 634-1387

Mon - Fri 7 am - 7 pm

Sat 9 am - 5 pm

Sun & Holidays Closed

Family Days 9 am - 2 pm

Barber Shop (E Club)

Mon - Sat 9 am - 6 pm

Shogun Auto Care Center Bldg. 1436

Repair Center Kadena: 966-7356 JP: 036-868-2232

Mon - Sat 8 am - 5 pm

U-Wrench-It & Parts Store

Kadena: 966-7355 JP: 036-868-2221

Mon - Fri 8 am - 7 pm

Sat 8 am - 8 pm

Sun 10 am - 6 pm

Insurance Office Hours

Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm

Sat 10 am - 2 pm

Sun Closed

Unite Program Bldg. 721

Kadena: 632-7220 JP: 070-3802-8959

Youth Center Bldg. 1849 Kadena: 634-0500

Youth Sports & Fitness at Youth Center Bldg. 1849

Kadena: 634-0572

Air Force Recruiting Service

DSN: 315-632-7835 Cell: 090-6868-3810

Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Bldg. 731

Kadena: 966-7593 JP: 036-868-2263 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm

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Note: Hours are subject to change.

2023 Eggsplosion

Air Base

Saturday, 1 April • 10 am - 2 pm Kadena Four Diamonds

Egg Hunts • Kiddie Land • Market Place

Don't miss the Eggsplosion Family Fair! Join the largest Egg Hunt on island, snap a picture with the Easter Bunny, shop local vendors at the Market Place, get creative at Crafters Corral, and enjoy the rides at Kiddie Land!