BATTLE ON THE BEACH AT OKUMA
MAY FITNESS MONTH KADENA AIR BASE • MAY 2019
MOTHER AND SON DANCE AT THE OFFICERS’ CLUB
WATER EXPO AT KADENA MARINA
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Family Child Care Karing Kennels Youth Center Teen Center On the Cover: SrA O’Neil Bryan runs the track near the Risner Fitness Center. Celebrate May Fitness Month with him by picking up a punch card at Risner today. Cover Photo by: Jenae Spriensma
COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Commander Colonel G. Brian Eddy
MARKETING Marketing Director Barbara Fuller
Web Content Manager Emily McNulty
Video Producer Att Eachus
Commercial Sponsorship Satomi Fukui
Writer/Editor Elizabeth Bryan
Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome
Photographer Jenae Spriensma Account Executives Ellen Ice Madisyn Beschi Briana Slagle Sophie Schimke
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20 TRAVEL Okuma Beach Kadena ITT
26 RECREATION Kadena Marina Aquatics
Outdoor Recreation
Risner Fitness Center
Risner Sports Pro Shop Golf
Emery Lanes Auto Hobby
38 FOOD 46 A Day in the Life 48 NIGHTLIFE
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Note: Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.
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May Fitness Month has arrived, and with it comes a variety of athletic classes to check out. Pages 32-33 provide more information on the different events you can take part in. Make sure to stop by the Risner Fitness Center and grab a punch card. For every five classes you attend, you can submit your punch card for a chance to win prizes! May also brings some welcome sunshine back to Okinawa. So, now is the time to hit the beach! The best part of living in Okinawa, in my opinion, is living it up on the beach. Join us at the Kadena Water Expo on 18 May for some fun in the surf and sun and take one of our awesome rental items like kayaks and jet skis out for a spin. Find out more information on page 27! If you want even more beach fun in your life, Okuma’s Battle on the Beach is happening on 26 May. Make sure to snag a campsite or room and watch as six live bands battle it out on our own little slice of paradise.
Elizabeth Bryan Writer/Editor
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Canvas Sale at the Frame Shop
Mother’s Day Custom Mug
1 - 31 May Take 20% off canvas items! Print your picture on canvas, frame a floating canvas, or get your canvas stretched during the Canvas Sale! Not sure which canvas or frame you want? Stop by and talk with our framing experts. Sale excludes art canvases in the Craft Shop.
Make your mom smile every morning with a customized Mother’s Day Mug through our Graphics Shop! Images, pictures, and messages can be added to create your own one-of-a-kind mug. Prices start at only $12.50!
Mother’s Day Bucket Painting
Sip and Sign Officers’ Club Friday • 3 May 6 pm - 8 pm Bring your friends or come make new ones as you participate in Arts and Crafts’ first Sip and Sign night of 2019.
Kadena Arts & Crafts Center
Mother’s Day Keepsake Box Sale 1 - 12 May $39.99 • Per box Limited edition small wooden keepsake boxes are now available for purchase. Only 20 of these handmade boxes were made! Grab yours today to show Mom just how special she is. Get custom engraving for only $10 more!
Sunday • 5 May 2 pm - 3:30 pm $25 • Per person Ages 5 & over Customize a Mother’s Day themed ceramic bucket for Mom! Pick your colors and be ready to paint away. Perfect for Mom to store her keys, mail, flowers, and more.
966-7347 Building 435
Mother’s Day Hand Print Plate Class Saturday • 11 May 1 pm - 2:30 pm $35 • Per plate Create a personalized decorated plate for your mom this Mother’s Day! Nothing says love better than tiny hands in paint on a plate. Your creation will be glazed and fired for lasting use.
Itty Bitty Mother’s Day Cards
Sundays • 5 & 12 May • 10 am Register 2 days prior Itty Bitty Creativity will focus on Mother’s Day cards for these two sessions! For ages 18 months - 5 years.
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This is an interactive club where members get to pick the genre, and everyone gets to vote on the book we read each month! Members will also get to decide on monthly themes and extras like food and games! Like our Facebook page @KadenaBaseLibraryAdultBookClub to stay up to date and cast your vote for upcoming reads! This month’s book selection is “American Gods” by Neil Gaiman.
Organization of Military Community Writers Saturday • 11 & 19 May • 10:30 am |Ages 18 & over Looking to bounce ideas off of others? Join your fellow writers for this drop-in group! Bring your original pieces to share with others, receive feedback and constructive criticism, float ideas around, and get answers about being published!
Roastmasters Club Tuesday • 14 May • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Ages 18 & over Public speaking and presentation are invaluable skills for career advancement and personal growth. Come and be a part of our Roastmasters Club. Gain confidence, learn new and useful presentation skills, and enhance your public speaking abilities in a fun environment with free coffee! This club meets every month.
KADENA LIBRARY
Adult Book Club Monthly Meeting Wednesday • 8 May • 6 pm | Ages 18 & over
634-1502 | Building 457
Read about our other programs on our Facebook page @KadenaLibrary or our website at KadenaFSS.com/library
It’s in the Cards: Tarot Reading Workshop Wednesday • 15 May • 6 pm - 7:30 pm | Ages 18 & over
In this workshop series learn the basics of tarot reading including: the history of the practice, the characteristics and numerological meanings of the cards, the principles of reading, and basic spreads to get you started! We have decks available for beginners to use and repeat students are encouraged to bring their own favorite deck.
Did you know? May 10th is National Clean Your Room Day! Spring cleaning time is here and home organization is back in style. Stop by and check out our display of resources that will help you clean, organize, and declutter your home, office, or life!
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The 2019 Summer Reading Program theme is “It’s Showtime At Your Library!” and it will kick off mid-June. We will offer a variety of weekly and one-off programs, so keep your eyes peeled for all the fun we have in store. Reading rewards can be earned by ALL AGES, so get ready!
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Family Happenings
PCS Child Care from FCC
PCSing soon or did you just arrive? You are eligible to receive 20 hours of childcare per child in certified Family Child Care homes. PCS care is available for all branches stationed on Kadena. Additional information and PCS orders are required. Contact Family Child Care for details. Family Child Care • 634-0514 | Building 1850
Parents’ Night Out
Give Parents a Break
Saturday • 11 May 5 pm - 9 pm Register by noon on Friday, 3 May Wakaba CDC & Shima No Ko SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years 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! Contact 632-7693 or visit building 439 for more information.
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Saturday • 11 May • 5 pm - 9 pm Register by noon on Friday, 3 May. Wakaba CDC & Shima No Ko SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years If you don’t qualify for a referral but still need a break, Parents’ Night Out is for you! For just $20 you can participate as well. Parents’ Night Out is open to all ranks and services, but spaces are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Contact 632-7693 or visit building 439 for more information.
SATURDAY • 1 JUNE 8 AM • FREE AT MAREK PARK ONLINE REGISTRATION • 1 - 25 MAY www.americaskidsrun.org
7 am • Registration 8 am • Two mile & 5K start 8:30 am • Half mile & one mile start Ages 5 - 6 • Half-mile run Ages 7 - 8 • One-mile run Ages 9 - 13 • Two-mile run All ages • Family 5K
Register the day of the run at Marek Park and receive a free t-shirt while supplies last! Youth Sports & Fitness • 634-1384 Building 499
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2 - 5 May Join us for our free cat adoption event! Come to our facility to play and interact with different cats to find the perfect new member for your family!
NEW!
Mutt Mingle
Mutt Mingle is the newest service we offer at Karing Kennels! If you have a dog staying with us, they now have the opportunity to play in the yards with other boarding dogs. Our dog guests will be placed into yards based on their size and weight. This is the perfect addition to any stay!
Boarding
The summer is coming up, which means it’s time to take all those vacations and trips you’ve been dreaming about! Unfortunately, it can be very difficult to travel with your pet on long vacations. Have no fear - we can help! Book your pet’s own private vacation away from home. Our staff is trained to take care of your pets and give them love and affection when you’re away. Give us a call today, or stop by our facility to check for availability!
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Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Membership Recognition
Friday • 3 May • 7 pm - 9 pm Ages 9 - 12 $2 • Members | $5 • Nonmembers Celebrate Mexican culture and cuisine at our Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Dance the night away, play games, hit a piñata, and enjoy delicious food!
Friday • 17 May • 3:30 pm Join us as we recognize our youths’ outstanding accomplishments and birthdays in the month of May. Come enjoy fun games, snacks, and a chance to win prizes.
Make a Gift for Mom Friday • 10 May • 3 pm If you’re looking for something special to surprise your mom with, then look no further! Explore your creativity and make a sentimental gift for your mom this Mother’s Day!
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Calling all PCSing Families! If you’re new to Kadena or are PCSing here soon, have your parents give us a call. We will connect you with a child from the Youth Center to make your PCS a little easier. Learn about all the fun things available on Kadena! Open to ages 9 - 12.
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Military Youth of the Month Friday • 3 May • 3 pm Recognize the teen who has gone above and beyond for the Month of April! Celebrate with delicious treats and fun. Mother’s Day Pottery Friday • 10 May • 4 pm Show your mom appreciation this Mother’s Day. Spend the afternoon painting pottery for your mom, and surprise her with a unique handmade gift. Pool Tournament Friday • 17 May • 5 pm - 7 pm Start practicing and sharpen up your pool game. Challenge your friends to see if your skills are good enough to be the top pool shark! Library Scavenger Hunt Friday • 24 May • 4 pm - 5 pm At the Kadena Library Time to break out your puzzle skills! In teams with your friends solve puzzles and riddles to see if you can decipher this Library Scavenger Hunt!
Teens vs Parents Basketball Game and Cookout Friday • 31 May • 5 pm - 7 pm Wrap up the month of May by battling your parents in a game of basketball. After, enjoy a cookout in the beautiful Okinawa weather!
Teen Center •634-3866 | Building 499 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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AFE PRESENTS CIRQUE DREAMS STARS & STRIPES JAPAN TOUR KADENA AB KEYSTONE THEATER SATURDAY 18 MAY NOON, 3 PM, & 6PM SUNDAY 19 MAY 1PM & 5PM MONDAY 20 MAY 5PM
Seats are first come, first served.
Dream the unimaginable, create the unexpected. Cirque Dreams explodes our imagination with a circus of art, light, costumes, Broadway theatrics and dazzling acrobatics. Prepare your imagination for the trip of a lifetime.
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Space-A Travel Friday • 3 May • 9 am - 10 am Register by Thursday, 2 May Join us to learn the ins and outs of Space-A travel. This workshop is open to all and will give you tips and strategies on how to take advantage of this important resource. Resume & Interview Skill Prep Wednesday • 8 May • 9 am - 11 am Register by Tuesday, 7 May Learn about resume writing for both the private and public sector. Gain an understanding of different types of resumes and how to target hiring employers. Pre-Separation Counseling Brief Thursdays • 9 & 23 May • 9 am - 11:30 am Register by the Monday prior This mandatory briefing is open to all Air Force service members and their spouses, who are planning to separate or retire from the military. Acquire knowledge about benefits and services that military personnel may be entitled to during their transition and once they separate or retire from the military. Sponsorship Training Tuesday • 21 May • 9 am - 10:30 am Register by Monday, 20 May This course is designed to support and train unit monitors, first time sponsors, and those who have not been a sponsor in the past year. Learn about the roles and responsibilities of being a sponsor, from finance to preparing lodging for incoming residents.
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Bundles for Babies Tuesday • 4 June 9 am - 11:30 am Register by Thursday, 30 May Learn “bundles” of information including a finance lesson that focuses on budgeting for your baby from conception to college. Learn what support programs are available on base and in the community.
BUILDING 220 | 634-3366
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SPACE-A TRAVEL
Space-Available travel is a valuable resource to military families, especially for residents of Okinawa. We all know how expensive a flight back home can be, and Space-Available travel can mitigate that cost. Below are some important basics to know before attempting to fly Space-A Flights are available to service members, retirees, and their families Reservists, National Guardsmen, and unaccompanied dependents are only allowed to fly if they meet certain qualifications Active Duty service members are only able to use Space-A flights while on active leave You are not guaranteed a flight in either direction so make sure you have enough funds to return to your base via a commercial flight before your leave ends There are six different Space-A categories. To ensure those most in need are assisted, seats are filled sequentially
You are cordially invited to celebrate the 2019 graduates of the Community College of the Air Force. The ceremony will be held at the Rocker Enlisted Club with a reception to follow. Military guests of the graduates may wear the uniform of the day.
When preparing for your Space-A flight make sure that you have all of the required travel documents such as passport, leave orders, and your military identification. You will also need to fill out AMC form 140 (the Space Available Travel Request) and e-mail it to the AMC passenger terminal. For more information about the details of Space-Available travel, check out the class offered by the Airman & Family Readiness Center. More information is available by calling 634-3366 or on page 16.
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Single Airman Program Introduction Flight $9 • Per person Take to the skies with a certified flight instructor who will cover the basics of flight training with you! Disco Night Golf Friday • 17 May • 7 pm $5 • Per person Gather your friends to take part in disco night golf. Enjoy Chibana Golf Course for some guaranteed fun! Hiking Seki Rinzan Sunday • 19 May • 8 am - 4 pm $5 • Per person Join ITT as we take a nature hike where you can see the work of nature over hundreds of years. Registration is open now for all Single Airman Program events and takes place at the Schilling Community Center. Single Airman Programs are open to all ranks of unaccompanied service members assigned to Kadena Air Base.
Deployed Affected
Rec-On
Bottom Fishing Saturday • 4 May • 6 am $15 • Per person Treat yourself to a day at sea! Fish cleaning and all gear is included in the tour. Don’t forget to bring sealable bags and coolers for your catch of the day, sunscreen, raincoat, camera, food, and drinks (no glass bottles).
Bike Maintenance Class Mondays • 5 pm - 7 pm $5 • Per person Register at Outdoor Recreation to learn how to properly maintain your bike. Learn how to combat the Okinawa rust and keep your bicycle riding like new without visiting a bike shop.
Battle of Okinawa Part 3 Saturday • 25 May • 8:30 am $5 • Per person Explore the caves in southern Okinawa that were used during the Battle of Okinawa. We will visit the Okinawa Prefectural Archives, explore the Haebaru Army Hospital, Itokazu, and Kurashinjo Caves. Registration for Deployed Affected Family Programming is open now and takes place at the Schilling Community Center. Eligible family members may participate while the member is gone, as well as upon their service member’s return.
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SUP Lesson & Tour Saturday • 18 May • 10 am - 3 pm $30 • Per person Test your balance on the blue waters of Okinawa. Enjoy a short tour on a Stand Up Paddle Board during the Water Expo at the Kadena Marina for free! Banana Boat Rides Saturday • 18 May • 10 am - 3 pm Ever wanted to ride a banana boat? This is your chance to ride one for free during Water Expo at the Kadena Marina. Bring your friends for a day of fun in the sun. Registration for Rec-On is open now and takes place at the facility in which the activity is being held.
Bench Press Competition Risner Fitness Center Saturday • 18 May • 10 am Weigh in starts at 8 am Prizes awarded to the top three male and female participants.
Kadena Water Expo Kadena Marina Saturday • 18 May • 10 am - 3 pm Stop by the Marina for some fun in the sun. Enjoy free jet ski rides, stand up paddleboarding, kayaks, and more!
Battle on the Beach
Schilling Game Room Grab some friends and head over to the Schilling Community Center to enjoy their vast movie and video game library and the latest gaming consoles.
Library Resources Whether you want an ebook, audiobook, music, or even to learn a new language - there is a resource out there with your name on it. Databases and online resources are available to registered Kadena Library users. They may be accessed via the Air Force Portal by clicking the “Library and Resources” tab, or go to: www. kadenafss.com/library and click on the link to the Card Catalog. Visit the Library for more information and get registered today!
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Okuma Beach Sunday • 26 May • Noon - 8 pm Get ready to rock on the beach! The bands will be performing in a range of different genres including Jazz, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Acoustic, and Cyber Punk. Active duty, retirees, civilians, and local nationals make up the bands. Come out and see what band will win the Battle on the Beach!
UFC 237 Skoshi Rocker Sunday • 12 May • 11 am Namajuanas vs. Andrade
Smartphone Trivia Hanabi’s inside the Rocker Enlisted Club Thursdays • 7 pm - 9 pm Teams of four (minimum of eight participants) challenge other teams using a smartphone/tablet to answer. Prizes awarded to winning teams.
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Oku ma Beach 631-1990 | Surfside Grill & Bar • 631-1805 | Reservations • 631-1991 Located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base
Cinco de Mayo Weekend Family Bingo Friday • 3 May • 7 pm Enjoy our special family Bingo with your loved ones! Latin Night at the Lounge! Saturday • 4 May • 9 pm - close Learn salsa dancing and then show off your skills as the DJ plays Latin hits throughout the night. What’s Cinco de Mayo without margaritas? You can be sure we will have those too! Cinco de Mayo Breakfast Buffet Sunday • 5 May $9.95 • Per person $6.95 • Ages 4 - 12 | Free • Ages 3 & under Enjoy a Cinco de Mayo inspired breakfast spread that includes our normal favorites as well!
Mother’s Day Weekend Crafts for Kids Saturday • 11 May • 2 pm - 4 pm Let the kids create a special handmade card just for Mom! Parent Child Dance Saturday • 11 May • 5 pm - 9 pm Spend Mother’s Day showing off your dance moves with your children. All parents and children welcome! Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday • 12 May • 8 am - 2 pm $24.95 • Per person $12.95 • Ages 4 - 12 | Free • Ages 3 & under Celebrate Mom by enjoying a delicious brunch at Surfside Grill & Bar! The buffet will feature crab legs, pancakes, sausage, French toast, fried chicken, sausage gravy, sautéed beef, biscuits, bacon, sautéed fresh vegetables, and more!
Camping
$11 • Per tent/per day Choose from the family-friendly Beachfront Campground located along Okuma’s South Beach, or the adults only Hillside Campground! Campers must register at Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental prior to setting up camp. First come, first served. 20 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Memorial Day Weekend Friday • 24 May • 7 pm Family Bingo & Karaoke Night
Saturday • 25 May • All day Fun activities for kids and families during the daytime and Kiddie Disco with a live DJ at night. Sunday • 26 May • All day Fun activities for kids during the daytime, and “Battle on the Beach” from noon to 8 pm on the Surfside Grill & Bar patio! See page 22 for more information. Monday • 27 May • 6:30 pm Street performers and live DJ on the Surfside Grill & Bar patio
Father’s Day Weekend Father Daughter Dance Saturday • 15 June • 5 pm - 9 pm Dads come dance the night away with your favorite little girls at this fun dance! Father’s Day Brunch Sunday • 16 June • 8 am - 2 pm $16.95 • Per person $8.50 • Ages 4 - 12 | Free • Ages 3 & under There will be steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, fried chicken, pancakes, French toast, hash browns, bacon, sausage, and much more!
OUTDOOR RECREATION RENTALS Daily • 9 am - 6 pm
WATER: Jetovator, ski boat packages, dive boat rides, glass bottom boat tour, jet ski, banana boat sled, Coral Connection excursion, and other water sports equipment rentals! LAND: Tennis, basketball, bikes, 18-hole mini golf, Habu Links golf course, golf cart rentals, Go-Kart rentals, and more!
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Sunday • 26 May • Noon - 8 pm
Get ready to rock on the beach! The bands will be performing in a range of different genres including Jazz, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Acoustic and Cyber Punk. Active duty, retirees, civilians, and local nationals make up the bands. Along with the live music, the Okuma Surfside Grill & Bar will be serving up all your favorites: pizza, hamburgers, hotdogs, and so much more! Come out and see what band will win the Battle on the Beach!
Okuma Beach • 631-1990 | Surfside Grill & Bar • 631-1805 | Reservations • 631-1991 Located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base 22 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Kick off the summer at Okuma Beach with the Hai Sai “Hello” Summer event!
Saturday • 15 June 4 pm - 8 pm • Live Entertainment & Local Food Buffet Enjoy live entertainment like eisa dancers, taiko drummers, shisa dogs, and live music provided by Okinawa Americana! Sample a local food buffet with all of the Okinawan favorites including yakitori, yakisoba, and so much more! Hope to see you there! Okuma Beach • 631-1990 Surfside Grill & Bar • 631-1805 Reservations • 631-1991 Located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base
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Kadena ITT • 966-7333 | Located inside the Schilling Community Center Hiking Mt. Fuji 1 - 5 August • Sign up by 1 July 22 - 26 August • Sign up by 22 July 29 August - 2 September • Sign up by 29 July Test your endurance by climbing the tallest mountain in Japan! Join Kadena ITT on our yearly group tours in August and September to climb Mt. Fuji. After the climb, spend time exploring Tokyo. Contact Kadena ITT for prices and tour details! Space is limited. Please be advised that climbing Mt. Fuji is not recommended for children under 10, pregnant women, or people with a positive sickle trait or sickle cell disease due to high altitude.
Mother’s Day Bullfight Sunday •12 May • 11 am - 5 pm Treat Mom and the rest of your family to this exciting event and receive 20% off Mom’s tour! Uruma City is hosting a powerful and spectacular bullfight. Don’t miss out on the chance to see a traditional Okinawan Bullfight. Feel free to bring a mat or cushion to sit on, food, drinks, and yen for purchases. Contact Kadena ITT for prices and more information.
Manza Ocean Park & Lunch Day Pass $37 • Adults $27 • Ages 3 - 12
Hilton Lunch & Pool Package at Corrente Italian Restaurant Monday - Thursday $39 • Adults $21 • Ages 6 - 12 $10 • Ages 5 & under
Ishigaki Island Package with IACE Travel 4 - 6 July Prices starting at ¥47,500 Enjoy two nights at Ishigaki Beach Hotel Sunshine 24 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Hilton Lunch & Pool Package at Corrente Italian Restaurant Friday - Sunday $45 • Adults $27 • Ages 6 - 12 $10 • Ages 5 & under
Miyako Island Package with IACE Travel 4 - 6 July Prices starting at ¥45,500 Enjoy two nights at Breeze Bay Marina.
Your Home Away from Home
YYY CLUB IE RESORT SPECIALS Cottage and Family Plan
INDIVIDUAL RESERVATIONS For details and reservations, call Kadena ITT at 966-7333.
UNIT RETREATS OR GROUP RESERVATIONS Contact Brian Enloe for more information. 080-6916-6544 brian.e@jot-international.jp
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RECREATION
Keramas Boat Dives Saturdays and Sundays $55 - $65 • Per person The water is warming back up and it’s time to dive in! Join us on one of several trips we offer throughout the month to various dive sites around the Kerama and Chibishi Islands! Prices vary by location and snorkelers receive $6 off the charter price.
Night Diving $35 • Per person See bioluminescent creatures come to life as the sun goes down during this one-tank dive. Night dive certifications are not required when an instructor is diving.
Private Diving/Snorkeling Charters Weekdays $850 • Weekends & Holidays $995 Available upon request This is a day trip leaving at 8 am and returning between 1 pm and 3:30 pm. The departure time can be adjusted. One person must make full payment in advance to reserve the date and time. All children age 4 - 12 must have a U.S. Coast Guard approved life vest on at all times while on the boat to comply with Japanese law. This is a two-tank dive with tanks provided on the boat. All other diving/snorkeling equipment must be provided by the customers.
PADI Open Water Dive Classes $285 • Per person Get Open Water certified! This is an entry level class, no previous experience is required. Must pass a swim and water treading test to complete the course. We have a variety of PADI Open Water classes to meet your scheduling needs. Give us a call for more information!
Kadena Marina • 966-7345 Located one mile north of Kadena Gate 1 26 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
SATURDAY • 18 MAY • 10 AM - 3 PM Kadena Marina • 966-7345 | Located one mile north of Kadena Gate 1 FREE: Jet Ski Rides • Stand Up Paddle Boards • Kayaks • Bounce Houses Wibit Water Park™ •Banana Boat Rides
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Aquatics Fairchild Pool Building # 1988 For more information, contact Kadena Aquatics at 634-3240.
SWIM LESSONS
Ages 6 months & over $50 - $75 • Per person Swim lessons for young and old are available year-round! No matter what you or your child’s skill level is, we have a class for you! Group swim lessons include: Parent & Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn to Swim Levels 1 - 6, and Adult Lessons. Each course will consist of eight 30-minute classes held Monday - Thursday. Upon registration, you will be able to pick a predetermined start time. Depending on instructor availability, class times will be between 11 am - 7 pm.
Lifeguard Certification Courses Ages 16 & over Sign up at Outdoor Recreation
May Course 6 - 10 & 13 - 17 May 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm
June Course 17 - 21 June 8:30 am - 5 pm
After completion of this course, you will hold an American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate. If you are interested in working as a lifeguard through Kadena FSS, completion of the lifeguard certification course is required.
Saturday • 29 June • 10 am Alpha Warrior contributes to the four pillars of the Comprehensive Airmen Fitness (CAF) model; physical, mental, social, and spiritual. This event will help prepare you for the Alpha Warrior Super Regionals in July.
Do you have what it takes? Risner Fitness Center • 634-5128 Building 109
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THREATS IN THE TIDES WRITTEN BY • ELIZABETH BRYAN | ABOVE IMAGES BY • RYAN HANNAN
Blue-Ringed Octopus If anyone needed a reminder that some of the most beautiful creatures can be the most deadly, the blue-ringed octopus is an extreme example. Despite its beauty and small size, this creature’s venom contains a powerful neurotoxin. The blue-ringed octopus carries enough venom to kill 26 adult humans within minutes. Their bites are small and often painless. If you have been affected, you may not realize it until the symptoms set in. If you accidentally come into contact with one, seek immediate medical care and call emergency services. Be aware when enjoying the shores of Okinawa, as they can be found in tide pools and close to shore.
Crown-of-Thorns Starfish The crown-of-thorns starfish lives primarily in and around coral reefs. While you are unlikely to encounter this starfish except while diving or snorkeling, it pays to be wary. An injury caused by the crown-of-thorns causes an instantaneous sharp pain. This pain may last several hours and is often accompanied by continuous bleeding, nausea, and swelling. Some of these symptoms can continue for over a week. While the venom is unlikely to be deadly, it is certainly best to avoid close encounters with this creature. If you do happen to be injured by a crown-ofthorns starfish, exit the water and seek immediate treatment as some reactions may cause paralysis.
Scorpion Fish Scorpion fish can be found in coral reefs and shallow waters around Okinawa. Their spines are coated in a venomous mucus that can cause intense pain and is sometimes lethal. Many different types of fish that are classified as scorpion fish. The most well-known fish of this type is the Stonefish (pictured below). The stonefish is one of the most venomous fish in the world and a sting can result in death if not treated. Many types of scorpion fish rely on camouflage to hunt prey. You may not notice them while swimming if you are not wary. It is always safest to wear foot protection while swimming in un-netted areas or while snorkeling or diving in Okinawa. If you are injured by any variety of scorpion fish, call emergency services after exiting the water.
The oceans of Okinawa are beautiful and we encourage you to get out and explore. There are tons of beautiful sea creatures you can encounter while swimming, snorkeling, or diving in areas around the island. However, it is critical that you stay alert while in the water and know what creatures to admire from afar. If you believe you have been injured by any sort of venomous sea life, exit the water immediately call emergency services for advice. The ocean is full of beautiful and unusual creatures, explore it - just be alert and informed!
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Military Spouses & Military Mothers
Written by Emily McNulty
A military spouse is adaptable. We adapt
to each place we move, find new jobs, schools, hair dressers, dentists, and more. If you have children, you also become a single parent during TDYs, training, and of course deployments. We do our best to keep routines in place for our children as well as for us and our sanity.
Moving so often can take a toll. It is wonderful to see some of the amazing places the military can send you. Places like Japan and Hawaii are beautiful areas to live. Living our lives in so many different places brings both incredible experiences and hardships. Each time a move is made you must say goodbye to your friends who you may never be stationed with again. While developing new friendships once you PCS is never easy, the benefit of these new friendships is that military spouse friends are also the best friends! Having someone who truly understands your life and your struggles can make a huge difference in turning your new base into your new community. I married my husband in 2010 and Okinawa is our sixth duty station. We have been stationed in: Roanoke, VA; Fort Sill, OK; Kaneohe Bay, HI; Annapolis, MD; and Montgomery, AL. Okinawa is our second OCONUS duty station, since Hawaii is also considered OCONUS. I have been a Mom for over 2 years; my son was born December 26, 2016, while we were stationed at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. Becoming a first-time mom is difficult, and being
a Military Spouse also has challenges, and being both can sometimes feel impossible. Moving overseas was a big adjustment. Beyond the time difference and driving on the other side of the road, there was the difficulty of living in a hotel with our toddler while organizing our move into on-base housing. Living our lives so far away from the help and support of family was also difficult. But, we have come to love our new island home.
As hard as this life can be, our neighborhood and our cul-de-sac makes life easier. We live on a quiet street with about a dozen neighbors and limited traffic, which is perfect for all the young running kids! It’s as close to perfect as it can be! A good neighborhood and good friends can truly make each new base feel like home. My neighborhood is a great mix of Marine Corps, Army, Navy, and Air Force families with and without children. Each afternoon, we enjoy the outdoors with our children. The kids play and the moms talk. It may seem simple, but it makes a world of difference to have someone to talk to, vent with, hug, or drink a glass of wine with. We often have bonfires, Friendsgiving, and nightly get-togethers. It is the simple things, like getting home from work and being able to run inside to make dinner while your friends watch your kids for 15 minutes, that make Okinawa feel like home. If our husbands or wives are gone, we all know and are
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happy to watch one another’s kids play together outside to give a Mom a break. Even a quick break can make all the difference. I’m so happy I get to live in my neighborhood and on Okinawa. While some of my neighbors are PCSing this summer, I’m so glad they were my neighbors and we became friends. Times like these remind you that military life presses on and friends move, but we are lucky to have such strong people to lean on wherever our travels take us. I have learned to appreciate the small breaks. The small gestures of kindness, the glass of wine, the meal already cooked, and the hug that was desperately needed that day. All of these things make being a Military Spouse a joy I wouldn’t give up for the world. It is the military community that makes me certain that no matter where I travel, there are friends to be made and a home to be built.
Outdoor RECREATION
Keep calm, and paddle on. SUP at Shioya Bay Friday • 10 May • 8 am - 2 pm $40 • Per person Ages 12 & over Shioya Bay is located in a sea inlet and is the perfect location for stand up paddle boarding beginners. The price includes a paddle board, life vest, transportation, and guide. Please be sure to bring water, yen, and a change of clothes.
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4 - 7 July $990 • Single room $1,900 • Twin room Ages 12 & over
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Bouldering Classes 9, 16, 23, and 30 May • 6 pm - 8 pm $60 • Per person Ages 12 & over Feel like finding a new hobby? This is a fun and challenging opportunity to learn all about bouldering. The price includes lesson fee and gear. Our talented instructors will explain the rules, bouldering, and gear.
26 - 29 August Ages 12 & over
Mother’s Day Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling at Motobu Sunday • 12 May • 9 am - 3 pm $60 • Ages 12 & over $40 • Ages 3 - 11 $30 • Special price for Mom Treat Mom to some relaxation on the ocean! This is the perfect time of year to sea kayak and snorkel, and Motobu Beach is a sight you won’t want to miss. Please bring water, yen, and a change of clothes. Snorkel with Whale Sharks Sunday • 19 May • 8 am - 11 am $99 • Per person Ages 12 & over Snorkel above these gentle giants for a chance to get up close and personal with one of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean. Price includes guide, transportation, and entry fee. Please be sure to bring a change of clothes. Snorkeling gear is also provided if you are in need of it. Sit-in Kayaking Trip Saturday • 1 June • 8 am - 3 pm $60 • Per person This is a NEW TRIP so come and learn about sit-in kayaking! Everyone should experience kayaking through the tranquil waters of Okinawa before they leave. The price includes a kayak, guide, and transportation. Please be sure to bring water, yen, and a change of clothes.
Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343 | Building 614
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Aerobathon Saturday • 4 May • 9 am - noon Sweat it out! Work through different exercises that can make a difference to your health! Light refreshments provided.
Racquetball Doubles Tournament May Classes Enjoy May Fitness Month by participating in your favorite fitness classes. Grab a punch card from the Risner front desk and receive a stamp for every class you attend in the Month of May. For every 5 classes attended, fill out the back of your stamp card and place it into the entry box for a chance to win prizes all month!
Saturday • 4 May • 10 am Ages 16 & over
Mother’s Day 5K Saturday • 11 May • 9 am Bring your mom and your whole family out for a Mother’s Day 5K. Each Mother receives a carnation as a sign of our appreciation. Prizes awarded to the top Moms who finish. Light refreshments provided.
Bench Press Competition Saturday • 18 May • 10 am Weigh in starts at 8 am Prizes awarded to the top three male and female participants.
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Wallyball Tournament Saturday • 18 May • 10 am Add some more excitement to the game of volleyball with Walleyball! Create teams of 6 to compete in our first walleyball tournament.
Singles Tennis Tournament Register by Monday, 13 May. $20 • Per person Men’s Intermediate Division & Women’s Open Division Saturday • 18 May • 1 pm - 6 pm
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Men’s Open Division & Women’s Intermediate Division Sunday • 25 May • 1 pm - 6 pm
May Fitness Month Sale 1 - 31 May Receive up to 50% off on selected items!
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Banyan Tree Golf Course Memorial Day Tournament
Saturday • 18 May 7 am • Shotgun start Register by Wednesday, 15 May Sign-ups will be in the Banyan Tree Pro Shop $45 • AGF members $70 • Non AGF members (green fee and cart fee included) Format will be two Best Ball of four. In this format, you will be in four-person teams and each player will play their own ball. The best two scores, Gross Net and Best Ball Net, will be taken for each team. You may sign up as a four-person team, or any team less than four will be paired up. This is a handicapped event and golfers must have a valid GHIN handicap to be eligible for net prizes. Kadena Cup points will be awarded for this event. Any late additions will be on a space available basis with a $10 late fee.
Memorial Day Sale
24 - 27 May All clothing and shoes • UP TO 60% OFF All clubs • 10% OFF All golf bags • 10% OFF All hats • 25% OFF
Summer Junior Golf Clinic at Chibana Golf Course
17 - 21 June | 24 - 28 June | 8 - 12 July | 15 - 19 July Monday - Thursday • 7:30 am - 8:30 am or 8:45 am - 9:45 am $75 • Per person | Ages 6 - 16 Register in the Chibana Golf Shop Price includes five days of instruction with our PGA certified instructor, a free pair of PUMA™ golf shoes, one round of golf, and a pizza party on the final day of play. Class sizes will be limited to ten players. A 9-hole round of golf will be played on Friday starting at 8 am with the pizza party to follow. Signup forms are located in the Chibana Golf Shop.
Kadena Cup sponsored in part by:
Banyan Tree Golf Course • 966-7321 | Building 12 No federal endorsement of sponsor(s) intended
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Emery Lanes
966-7303 | Building 113
Mother’s Day Special Sunday • 12 May • Noon - 8 pm Bring Mom into Emery Lanes on Mother’s Day so she can enjoy up to 3 free games of bowling! Games are not transferable and can be used by mothers only.
Kids Bowl Free® 1 May - 31 August Go to KidsBowlFree.com and sign up to enjoy two free games of bowling every day, from 1 May to 31 August.
Match the Monster 1 - 31 May Rent a lane and try to build a monster that matches our monster of the month for a chance to win! Our new BESX scoring system has a feature everyone is sure to enjoy. Throughout your game, you will be rewarded a different body part for your personal monster. Match our monster to win a grand prize! Stop by Emery Lanes for more details. This opportunity is open to all ages.
Low Score of the Month 1 - 31 May Rent a lane and play the new low score game on our new BESX scoring units. Low score of the month wins any bowling ball from our Pro Shop valued at $150 or less (or receive a $150 pro shop paper voucher to spend as you please).
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Kadena Auto Hobby • 966-7356 | Building 1436 New Car Buyer Class
Wednesday • 8 May • 5 pm Have questions about buying a car while you’re here in Okinawa? This class gives participants a basic understanding of the JCI and other safety inspections. Come have your questions answered by the experts!
Mother’s Day Special
13 - 17 May Keep your mom safe with a free safety inspection. Bring your mother’s car in between 13 - 17 May and give her peace of mind while driving on Okinawa. If you’re a mom, visit us for a free safety inspection!
Undercarriage Inspection Class
Wednesday • 22 May • 5 pm Ever wonder what goes on underneath your vehicle? This is the perfect opportunity to see what we see when your vehicle is dropped off with us. This class will help you identify basic items under your vehicle and get you started on the path to greater automotive self-sufficiency.
Memorial Day Special
28 - 31 May Summer is almost here, and there is no better present to give to your family than nice cold air conditioning! We will check your A/C system and make sure it is functioning properly. If there is a problem, we will diagnose the issue. If you decide to have us fix your A/C, we’ll give you $10 off to have your A/C fully serviced.
May Tip
Just a reminder that JCIs last for two years! If you purchase a vehicle from a dealer, it usually comes with a fresh JCI. If you purchase a vehicle from an individual, however, the JCI could expire soon. Make sure to find out when it expires before you buy the car. Insurance is also mandatory on cars in Okinawa, and it must be renewed annually. Your vehicle can and will be impounded if you are caught driving without insurance, an expired JCI, or both. For more JCI information, visit us on Facebook @KadenaAutoHobby. 36 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
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Chicken, red and yellow bell peppers, and onions in a delicious coconut based green curry. Served with white rice in honor of Asian Pacific Heritage Month.
May!
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Combine your love of burgers and Mozzarella cheese sticks! This mouth-watering burger is covered in gooey Provolone cheese and zesty marinara sauce.
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FOOD
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Stop by Fore Fathers food truck any Friday to grab a bite of delicious BBQ. For a location schedule please visit @ForeFathersFoodTruck on Facebook!
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Seaside is open!
Visit Us to Enjoy Our New Delicious Menu
Hours of Operation Monday • Closed Tuesday - Thursday • 11 am - 9 pm Friday • 11 am - 10 pm Saturday • 9 am - 10 pm Sunday •9 am - 9 pm
Seaside Located one mile north of Kadena Gate 1, Building 3629A Kadena DSN: 966-7401 JP: 036-868-2213
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FOOD
Kazoku Place Open to all ranks and services
Members Only Two For One Specials Tuesdays • 4 pm - 9 pm Select entrées come with a choice of house salad or cup of soup, two sides, and fresh bread. • Grilled Pork Chops • Mushroom Risotto • Herb Roasted Chicken • Fried Shrimp • Ribeye Steak
Mini Breakfast Buffet Fridays • 7 am - 10:30 am Saturdays • 7 am - 2 pm $8.95 • Adults ($1 Member discount) $5.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Grab a quick bite to get your day started right! Choose from classic breakfast options like minipancakes, scrambled eggs, and country potatoes. Retiree Club Member Appreciation Friday • 31 May • 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 & active Club card to receive discount.
Sunday Breakfast Sundays • 8 am - 2 pm $11.95 • Adults ($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! Maintenance Day Monday • 13 May Kazoku Place will be closed and will reopen at 4 pm.
MILITARY APPRECIATION SPECIALS Military Appreciation Week 5 - 11 May Active duty and retired military Club members receive an additional $1 off their meal purchase all day.
Military Spouse Appreciation Day Friday • 10 May Club member spouses to active duty or retired military members receive a complimentary slice of pie with the purchase of an entrée.
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Special #1 Ham & Cheese Omelet
Special #2 Breakfast Egg Sandwich
Served with hash browns, toast, and coffee or tea.
Served with hash browns, toast, and coffee or tea.
$6.25
$6.75
Special #3 Breakfast Burrito
Special #4 Scrambled Eggs
Choose between Regular or Cajun. Served with hash browns and coffee or tea.
Served with bacon or sausage, hash browns, toast, and coffee or tea.
$6.50
$6.95
AirPower Café • 966-7405 | Bldg. 3522 near the flightline
(036) 868 – 2368 | Located inside Chibana Golf Course
Stop by Chippers Snack Bar and check out a variety of our burgers, sandwiches, and snacks today! FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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Mother’s Day Buffets ROCKER EN|LBIuSi TED CLUB 966-7372
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Shiraho Ballroom Sunday • 12 May • 8 am - 1:30 pm $12.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $6.95 • Ages 4 - 12 ($1 member discount) $3 • Ages 3 & under Carving Station Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce and Whole Grain Mustard
Breakfast Fare Made-to-Order Omelet and Egg Station French Toast Scrambled Eggs Sausage and Applewood Smoked Bacon Country Fried Potatoes and Grits Buttermilk Biscuits with Creamed Beef Steamed White Rice Assorted Donuts and Mini Breakfast Pastries Assorted Breads and Cereals
Cold Food Jello Salad Fresh Seasonal Fruit
Desserts & Beverages Assorted Danishes Orange Juice Milk Iced or Hot Tea Fresh Brewed Kona Blend Coffee
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OFFICERS’ CLUB
966-7409 | Building 313
Ballroom Sunday • 12 May • 9:30 am - 2 pm $22.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $10.95 • Ages 4 - 12 | $3 • Ages 3 & under Carving Station Garlic and Cracked Pepper Crusted Prime Rib with Horseradish Sauce and Au Jus Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce and Whole Grain Mustard Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Salads & Cold Foods Peel & Eat Shrimp Smoked Salmon with Capers, Cream Cheese, Chives, and Red Onions Freshly Made Sushi and Sushi Rolls Mixed Greens with Assorted Dressings Specialty Salads Fresh Seasonal Fruits Deviled Eggs Selection of Domestic and Imported Cheeses
Main Dishes & Accompaniments Parmesan Crusted Mahi-Mahi Golden Roasted Turkey Garlic Smashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Cheese Tortellini with Creamy Alfredo Green Beans with Lemon Beurre Blanc and Candied Walnuts Spring Vegetable Medley with Herb Butter Assortment of Rolls, Bread, and Bagels
Breakfast Fare Made-to-Order Omelet and Egg Station Belgian Waffle and French Toast Scrambled Eggs Sausage and Applewood Smoked Bacon Country Fried Potatoes and Grits Buttermilk Biscuits with Creamed Beef
Desserts & Beverages Assortment of Delightful Hand-Made Miniature Desserts and Pastries Bread Pudding with Crème Anglaise Sauce Ice Cream Sundae Bar Champagne and Mimosas Assorted Juices, Milk, and Teas Fresh Brewed Kona Blend Coffee
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A DAY IN THE LIFE...
18th CONTRACTING Squadron The 18th Contracting Squadron performs a critical role in supporting the Wing mission. We spoke with some of the diligent workers who make up this small but powerful squadron to learn more about their responsibilities and efforts to support the base. SrA Anthony Leander, Ms. Bea Muranaka, and A1C Solomon Ocansey all perform essential tasks to ensure Kadena AB, and the bases around us, receive the supplies, personnel, and buildings needed to complete the Wing mission. SrA Leander is a contract specialist who recently worked with special forces to complete a contract for an important training exercise. Ms. Muranaka is responsible for many of the contracts effecting homes around base like refuse and recycling pick-up and the supplies found at Eagle Hardware. A1C Ocansey is responsible for executing many of the medical contracts, for personnel and supplies alike. These three people serve as an excellent example of the breadth and reach of the 18th Contracting Squadron. We come into contact with the work of these individuals every single day. SrA Anthony Leander, a Contract Specialist, spends most of the day meeting with contractors and mission partners throughout the base. His responsibilities include reading through the contracts and specifications needed to complete requests. Anthony mentioned how much he enjoys seeing a contract through to the end. Getting to see the effect his work has on people’s lives, such as going to see a new building after it is completed and seeing people use it, brings SrA Leander joy. “Whatever they need, we try to help them get as quickly as possible. We help people get their mission done and enable other people to be able to do what they need to do.” SrA Leander recently attended a joint contracting exercise with the Army. They went on a mock deployment to practice important skills they need when they deploy.
Whatever they need, we try to help them get as quickly as possible. We help people get their mission done and enable other people to be able to do what they need to do. Ms. Bea Muranaka is a civilian employee who oversees many of the contracts everyone comes into contact with regularly. She organizes the contracts for Municipal Solid Waste (refuse), recycling, and Eagle Hardware. These contracts are vital for the smooth operation of bases in Okinawa. Eagle Hardware provides a variety of supplies that on-base residents can pick up to improve and maintain their homes. Items include things like light bulbs, vent filters, and so much more. Ms. Muranaka also announced that Eagle Hardware will soon carry paint for individuals to pick up for use in homes across the base. This is news that any on base resident should be excited to hear! Her efforts in the different contracts for Eagle Hardware do a lot to make base assigned houses feel more like a home. Bea, when asked what their office motto was, responded “keep smiling.” The positive atmosphere of their work environment was obvious during our short time there. We also had the opportunity to talk to A1C Solomon Ocansey, who is responsible for administering contracts for the medical team. When asked about his responsibilities, Solomon remarked “Coming from the civilian world, I know how painful it can be for doctors to not get what they need to perform their job. I take a lot of pride in doing this.” The initial implementation of a new contract takes months to accomplish and
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seeing it through to completion is also a source of joy for A1C Ocansey. He is also aware of how important his job is and spoke of the satisfaction of knowing that a contract he worked on may save someone’s life. While a lot of the work of the 18th Contracting Squadron takes place in the background, the medical contracts worked on by A1C Ocansey, and others, are an excellent reminder of the importance of their work. A1C Ocansey recently worked with a special operations group as well. As with many contracts, he won’t know exactly when or how they will use the supplies he helped them acquire, but he knows how important it is for our troops to be adequately supplied.
I know how painful it can be for doctors to not get what they need to perform their job. I take a lot of pride in doing this. The 18th Contracting Squadron facilitates the military acquisition process to purchase what it needs to complete the mission. Without their efforts, it would be nearly impossible to receive anything because the government buys almost everything via contracts. Although they are a small group, CONS affects everyone’s life on some of the bases across Okinawa as an integral part of the wing mission. This squadron serves as a support and backbone to other squadrons all across base. So, the next time you stop by Eagle Hardware, visit the clinic, put out your trash, or enter a new building - take a moment to think of the efforts of the 18th Contracting Squadron.
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NIGHTLIFE
Soap Opera Bingo Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays • Noon Night Bingo Nightly except Wednesdays • 7 pm $750 Night Bingo Mondays & Saturdays • 7 pm Bingo Appreciation Sunday • 26 May • 7 pm
Monday • 27 May
Doors open • 2 pm | Game starts • 6 pm All book games payout $1,199. Last special game is a guaranteed $3,000 payout. Points awarded each session. Players can join anytime. Game #19 • Sunday • 5 May Register • 4:30 pm | Games • 5 pm Game #20 • Thursday • 9 May Register • 5:30 pm | Games • 6 pm Grand Finale Saturday • 11 May • 6 pm Top nine to sit at final table Grand prize is a trip to Vegas to compete in a Texas Hold‘Em World Series event!
Cricket & Doubles Dart Tournament: Luck of the Draw Saturdays • 7PM | Register • 6:30 PM Club Members • Free | Non-Members • $10 1st Place team receives an $80 FSS gift card & 2nd Place team receives a $20 FSS gift card. Minimum of 5 Teams. UFC 237 Sunday • 12 May • 11 am Namajuanas vs. Andrade 48 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Open only to Kadena Air Force Club members.
Texas Hold‘Em Thursdays • Register • 5:30 pm | Games begin • 6 pm Sundays • Register • 4:30 pm | Games begin • 5 pm Free • Club members | $10 Nonmembers Play a hand, enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, and if you’re a top four finisher, receive an FSS gift card. Don’t miss our limited time offer on page 38. Skoshi Rocker • 966-7255 | Building 103 Only ages 18 and over allowed in Skoshi Rocker.
Congratulations to our winner of the private char ter from the Okuma Splash Par ty!
Emery Lanes Bowling Center Banyan Tr e & Chibana e Golf Course Golf C Tuesday ourse s FREE Pu
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Outdoor Recreation Kadena Marina Wednesdays • 22 & 29 May FREE Kayak Rental
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Friday • 17 May • 9 am - 11 am FREE Intro to Stand-Up Paddle boarding. Limited to 10 spots, sign up starts 1 May.
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ONE-Stop Service. Make it Easy! • FREE oil change for 4 times in 2 years • FREE Shuttle to and from your accommodation to PIT STOP • Two years of FREE maintenance • Buy Here & Pay Here with 0% financing up to 24 months • Best Price for Japanese Car Inspection (JCI) • Guarantee Buy Back after 2 years. Only applicable to vehicles purchased at Pit Stop • Chubb Insurance available on site • Air Force Club member receives 10% OFF the labor cost for JCI or repair
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NIGHTLIFE
966-7372 | Inside the Rocker Enlisted Club Home to 16 craft and local beers on tap, pool, and darts. Open to all ranks and services.
MONDAY 7 pm - 9 pm • Oldies & Classic Rock
TUESDAY 14 May • 7 pm - close • Open Mic Night Come out and showcase your talents. DJs, bands, singers, comedians, and more are welcome!
Maintenance Day Monday • 13 May Hanabi’s will be closed until 4 pm.
WEDNESDAY 7 pm - close • Music Videos
THURSDAY 7 pm - 9 pm • Smartphone Trivia Teams of four (minimum of eight participants) challenge other teams using a smartphone/tablet to answer. Prizes awarded to winning teams.
FRIDAY 8 pm - 11 pm • Karaoke 11 pm - close • DJ plays chart topping hits
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 team with a minimum of eight participants. Prizes awarded to winning teams.
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NIGHTLIFE
966-7372 | Building 622
Last Friday Social Hour Rocker Lounge Friday • 31 May • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members | $10 • Nonmembers Come out and socialize with friends and coworkers while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres, drink specials, and our Giant Jenga® game. Club members will have a chance to win $75, $125, our progressive jackpot, as well as amazing door prizes. Open to all enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Weekly Friday Social Hour Rocker Lounge Friday • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members | $10 • Nonmembers Come out to socialize with other Club members for your chance to win big. We’ll have an array of food to enjoy and Club members have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to all enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Enlisted Club Membership Night Shiraho Ballroom Wednesday • 15 May Door opens • 5:30 pm Buffet • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Enjoy a night filled with Asian Pacific food, games, and amazing prizes. You must be present to win. Open to all Enlisted Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Bunco Shiraho Ballroom Monday • 20 May Register • 6 pm | Games starts • 6:30 pm Bunco is a social dice game that’s a great way to meet new people. You can win some cool prizes, too! You must be a player to enjoy light hors d’oeuvres. This is a members only event, no guests allowed.
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.
Noche de Fuego
Latin Night
Rocker Lounge Sunday • 26 May • 9 pm - 3 am Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers The three day weekend continues! Come enjoy the hottest Latin music featuring Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Reggaeton with DJ Take.
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Super Family Club Membership Night! Shiraho Ballroom Wednesday • 29 M ay • 5 pm - 7 pm $5 • Adults Free • Ages 17 & un der There will be prize giveaways, a food bu ffet, games, and great music th roughout the night. Op en to Officer and Enlisted Club m embers.
FAMILY GAME SHOW
DON’T FORGET! ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION! SATURDAY • 4 MAY
Shiraho Ballroom Doors open • 5:30 pm Show starts • 6:30 pm Don’t forget to take advantage of the free tickets to our Family Game Show, if you snagged one! It will be an afternoon of fun and excitement you will be sure to remember.
LOCAL ISLAND TALENT Hanabi’s • 2 pm - 4 pm
DJ TA-SHI
Rocker Lounge • 10 pm
Featuring food specials at Kazoku Place and Hanabi’s.
CASH CUBE DRAWING! Every 30 minutes starting at 10 pm.
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NIGHTLIFE
966-7409 | Building 313 Champagne Brunch Ballroom Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm $19.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $9.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under 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! First Friday Social Hour Weekender Lounge Friday • 3 May • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmembers Come out and socialize with friends and coworkers while enjoying Mexican food and drink specials. Club members will have a chance to win $75, $125, our progressive jackpot, as well as amazing door prizes. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Weekly Friday Social Hour Weekender Lounge Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmembers We’ll have food, drink specials, and members have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to officer and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Maintenance Day Tuesday • 21 May The Officers’ Club buffet will be closed, and Café Latte will open at 4 pm.
Weekly Lunch Fare
Officers’ Club Membership Night Ballroom Wednesday • 8 May 5 pm • Doors open | 5 pm - 7 pm • Buffet Club members are invited to enjoy Asian Pacific food, games, and amazing prizes! You must be present to win. Open to Officers’ Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Music Bingo Weekender Lounge Saturdays • 7 pm - 9 pm Play along with music bingo for the chance to win special prizes and gift certificates! Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Saturday Karaoke Weekender Lounge Saturdays • 9pm - close Free Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Salsa Dance Lessons Wednesdays • 8 & 22 May • 7 pm – 9 pm Free • Club members | $5 •Nonmembers Open to all adults.
Daily • 11 am - 1:30 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) Free • Ages 4 & under
Monday • Healthy Buffet Tuesday • Asian Buffet Wednesday • Patio Steak Day Thursday • All-American BBQ Buffet Friday • Italian Buffet
Receive a $1 Member discount on Wednesday’s Patio Steak Day
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Military Appreciation Military Spouse Appreciation Day Café Latte Friday • 10 May 10:30 am - 2 pm Free combo upgrade for any Club member military spouse during lunch.
Military Appreciation Week 6 - 10 May During the weekday buffets, Active Duty or Retiree Club members will receive an additional $1 member discount in support of military appreciation week.
Kiddie Disco Wednesday • 15 May • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm $7.95 • Adults ($1 Member discount) $4.95 • Ages 3 - 12 Free • Ages 2 & under Bring the kids out for an awesome night of food and fun! We’ll have an adult and child buffet and great music. Open to all ranks and services!
Armed Forces Day Café Latte Saturday • 18 May 10:30 am - 2 pm Active duty or retiree Club members can purchase any entrée and receive a free cookie.
PubStumpers Trivia League Weekender Lounge | Free Fridays • 7 pm | First Friday • 7:30 pm PubStumpers is a whirlwind of trivia that stimulates the mind and challenges players’ knowledge on a vast array of topics! What better way is there to spend time with friends than at the Weekender Lounge? The 12-week season continues in May & June. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
DANCE Friday • 24 May • 6 pm - 9 pm Ballroom $16.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $6.95 • Ages 12 & under ($1 member discount) This is a wonderful opportunity for mothers and sons to have a night all to themselves! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of music, dancing, and food. Open to all ranks and services. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, 1 May.
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FACILITY PHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBS & DINING
Kadena Officers’ Club Bldg. 313 Customer Service & Game Room Kadena: 966-7409 JP: 036-868-2203 Mon-Wed 6:30 am - 11 pm Thu 9 am - 11 pm Fri 6:30 am - 2 am Sat 7:30 am - 1 am Sun 8 am - 11 pm Café Latte Kadena: 966-7416 JP: 036-868-2205 Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Fri 6:30 am - midnight Sat 7:30 am - midnight Sun 2 pm - 10 pm Family Days & Holidays 7:30 am - close Lounge Mon-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Fri 4 pm - 2 am Sat 4 pm - 1 am Sun 4:30 pm - 11 pm Holidays Closed Family Days 4 pm - close 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 - midnight 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 Bldg. 3629A Kadena: 966-7401 JP: 036-868-2213 Mon Closed Tue-Thu 11 am - 9 pm Fri 11 am - 10 pm Sat 9 am - 10 pm Sun 9 am - 9 pm Weekend Brunch ends at 3 pm 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 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 5:30 am - 6 pm 9 am - 6 pm Sunrise - Dusk Noon - Dusk 6 am - 6 pm 8 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm Closed Bldg. 55061 JP: 036-868-2224 6 am - 6 pm 6 am - 6:30 pm 9 am - 6:30 pm 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, Thursday, & Friday 10 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Harbor Kadena: 966-7282 Thursday - Monday 7 am - 7 pm Tuesday & Wednesday Closed Beach Shack Closed for winter 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 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 Mon - Sat 9 am - 6 pm Sun Closed 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 Sat & Sun 9 am - 1 pm 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 Child Care 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. 439 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-Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 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
May Sunday
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2 3 1 May Fitness Month Get the Mozzarella Youth Club schedule: Cheese Stick Cinco de Mayo KadenaFSS.com/ Burger from Celebration MayFitness Emery Lanes for lunch! Free cat adoptions Grab a May Fitness at Karing Kennels punch card! for Cinco de Meow
5 Itty Bitty Creativity at Arts & Crafts
12 Mother’s Day Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling at Motobu with ODR Mother’s Day Buffet at the Clubs
19 Visit the Library to learn about resources like Mango Languages
Saturday 4 One Year Anniversary of the Rocker Enlisted Club.
7 8 9 10 11 Grab a breakfast Adult Book Club at Sign up for Military Spouse Mother’s Day 5K special at the Library Mother’s Day Appreciation Day! AirPower Café Bullfighting Parent Child Dance Check out New Car Buyer through ITT at Okuma Beach the Military Book a grooming class at Appreciation Week appointment at Auto Hobby Grab some friends food specials at Karing Kennels for a round of golf the Clubs and dinner at Chippers Lifeguard Courses begin!
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15 16 17 Kiddie Disco at Bouldering Class Snag some the Officers’ Club with Outdoor Chili’s delivery Recreation for dinner Bowl a game at Emery Lanes for a Grab lunch at CCAF Graduation chance to Café Latte at the Rocker win prizes Enlisted Club
18 Cirque Stars & Stripes
20 21 22 23 24 Asian Buffet at the Get an early look at Register for the Mother Son Dance May is Canvas Bundles for at the Officers’ Club Month at Officers’ Club June VENTURE at KadenaFSS.com Babies class at the Arts & Crafts Airman & Family Enjoy darts at the Don’t forget, Readiness Center Skoshi Rocker Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill delivers after 4 pm!
25 Grab the family and enjoy the Kazoku Place Breakfast Buffet
Mother’s Day Special at Auto Hobby
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Register for Kids Bowl Free®
26 27 Battle on the $1,199 Bingo at Beach at Okuma Skoshi Rocker Buy golf gear on sale!
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28 29 Family Stop by for Seaside’s brand Membership Night at the Rocker new menu! Enlisted Club Become a Club member today!
30 31 Register for the Teen vs. Parent Summer Junior Basketball Game Golf Clinic at at the Teen Center the Chibana Golf Course Rest up for the Armed Forces Kids Run happening tomorrow!
Water Expo
