Venture Magazine November 2018 by kadenafss.web

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November 2018

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Karing Kennels Arts & Crafts Youth Center Teen Center

Kadena Library

Family Child Care

Youth Sports & Fitness

Schilling Community Center COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Commander Colonel G. Brian Eddy

MARKETING Marketing Director Barbara Fuller

Web Content Manager Elizabeth Bryan

Video Producer Att Eachus

Commercial Sponsorship Satomi Fukui

Writer/Editor Melissa Kowaluk

Operations Ashley Ramirez

Photographer Jana Byrn

Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome

Account Executives Madisyn Beschi Ellen Ice

For information on Venture magazine, call Kadena Force Support Marketing at 634-5078 or email venture@kadenafss.com. Interested in advertising or commercial sponsorship? Visit www.kadenafss.com/more/sponsorship or email sponsorship@kadenafss.com. Venture magazine is designed to inform and entertain the individuals who use Kadena Force Support facilities. For article source information, please contact Kadena Force Support Marketing. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Kadena Air Base, DoD, or the U.S. Air Force. 月刊ベンチャーマガジンへの広告掲載、嘉手納基地福利厚生施設(各種)イベントへのスポンサー支援に関するお問い合わせ先: sponsorship@kadenafss.com（日本語可） www.kadenafss.com/more/sponsorship KADENA AIR BASE

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Kadena Aero Club Kadena ITT

Okuma Beach

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Outdoor Recreation Kadena Marina Golf

Emery Lanes Auto Hobby

Risner Fitness Center

Risner Sports Pro Shop

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FSS Spotlight A Day in the Life Thanksgiving with Kadena FSS FOOD NIGHTLIFE

Rocker Enlisted Club

Kadena Officers’ Club

Skoshi Rocker

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EDITOR’S NOTE Welcome to Venture magazine! This month we are excited as always to bring new and exciting events for you and your family! Including cool trips from ITT such as the Tsuboya Pottery Festival and even the Sumo Tournament in Tokyo! Everyone knows November is all about Thanksgiving, and we’ve got you covered for dinner! Choose between attending one of our delicious Thanksgiving Day buffets at the the Rocker Enlisted Club, Officers’ Club, or up at Okuma Beach, or order ahead of time to take an entire meal home to your family. Check out pages 44 and 45 for a little insight on how we thank our customers and how our customers appreciate our facilities! As always, we are packed with other fun activities, and as the weather cools back down, it’s the perfect time to go out and enjoy the fun hikes and outings on the island. Get out there and explore!

Melissa Kowaluk Writer/Editor

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Airman & Family Readiness Center Space-A Travel Friday • 2 November • 9 am - 10 am Register by Thursday, 1 November. Join us as we de-mystify Space-A travel, one of the best resources available to families stationed in Okinawa. Trips back home can be prohibitively expensive. If you know the ins and outs of Space-A, then you can save yourself a lot of money as you explore the world. Japanese for Busy People 6 - 8 November • Noon - 1 pm Register by Monday, 5 November. This 3-day course is the perfect opportunity to learn essential phrases to make living in Okinawa a breeze. Whether you are out shopping or making a new friend, it is always nice to make a good ﬁrst impression by speaking in the language of our host country.

Kimono Wearing Friday • 9 November • 10 am - noon Come enjoy one of the most beautiful aspects of Japanese culture by learning how to put on a Kimono! Transition Assistance GPS Program 5 - 9 November Transition out of the military with the conﬁdence you need. In this class, we will provide you with the tools to succeed.

Bundles for Babies Tuesday, 13 November • 9 am - 11:30 am Register by Friday, 9 November. This class offers “bundles” of information for expectant parents that include budgeting advice for your new addition from conception to college. We also share our knowledge of what support programs are available on-base and in the community. Money Management Wednesday • 14 November • 9 am - 10:30 am Register by Monday, 12 November. Learn how to create and establish a working budget to manage your savings, checking, and reduce debt based on your individual goals. Financial freedom is within your grasp, and the Airman & Family Readiness Center is ready to help you reach it! Résumé & Interview Skills Prep Thursday • 15 November • 9 am - 11 am Register by Tuesday, 13 November. Learn everything you need to know about private and public sector résumé writing, what types of résumés exist, and how to target your résumé to a speciﬁc job announcement. First impressions are critical to success and your résumé is the ﬁrst step to getting your foot in the door!

Airman & Family Readiness Center • 634-3366 Building 220 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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“We’re thankful to Karing Kennels for making our family complete.” Stop by Karing Kennels Adoption facility to ﬁnd the perfect new family member for your home just in time for the holidays. Located right outside Kadena Gate 3. Thursday - Sunday • 10 am - 6 pm

Karing Kennels Pet Adoption Facility 966-7338 • 036-868-2234 | Building 54300 6

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Arts & Crafts Veterans Day Shadow Box Sale

10 & 11 November We want to thank you for your service! Receive 20% off a military shadow box display, just bring in your military display items and our staff will help ﬁnd the best ﬁt for you. Air Force Club Card members will receive an extra 5% off.

Introduction to Pottery Wheel

Saturday • 3 November • 9:30 am - 1 pm $50 • Per student Don’t be intimidated - come learn how to use a pottery wheel! Learn all the fundamentals needed to mold on a potter’s wheel. All supplies are included.

Fall is here!

Come see us at the Arts and Crafts Center for resources and ideas to make your home super special this season. We have everything you need to make your friends and family feel extra welcome for Thanksgiving!

Ceramic Christmas Tree Class

Sundays • 11 & 25 November • 1 pm - 3:30 pm $60 • Per student Create this classic Christmas icon for your home! Customize your tree with a variety of our paints to ﬁt perfectly in your home.

Arts & Crafts • 966-7347 | Building 435 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Birthday Celebration Friday • 2 November • 4:30 pm Spend your first Friday celebrating your friends’ birthdays in the month of November!

Torch Club Thursdays • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Build skills in leadership and get involved in your community!

Triple Play Fridays • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Run, jog, and play with your friends while being active and healthy. Afterwards, enjoy delicious fruits and vegetables for an afternoon snack!

Art Club Monday • 19 November • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Pablo Picasso once said, “the important thing is to create.” Join us as we expand our creativity together!

Youth Center • 634-0500 | Temporarily located at Himawari Building 439

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Dodgeball Tournament Friday • 2 November • 5 pm Sign up in the Rec Room. Compete in a game of dodgeball with your friends and see if you can be the last one standing! Turkey Shoot Basketball Tournament Friday • 9 November • 3 pm Sign up in the Rec room. Play in a 3-on-3 basketball team and show your skills! Does your team have what it takes? Thanksgiving Feast Friday • 16 November • 6 pm Sign up in the Rec room. Celebrate Thanksgiving with your Teen Center family! Enjoy good company, delicious food, and share what you are thankful for this holiday. Trivia Night Friday • 30 November • 6 pm Start practicing because trivia night is back! Test your knowledge and challenge your friends to see if you and your team will dominate the game! Photography Club Mondays • 5 & 19 November 3:30 pm - 4 pm Take a look through the lens and learn the techniques of angles, lighting, and the different forms of photography. After taking the photos learn all about how to edit them! SMARTGirls Wednesdays • 7 & 21 November 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Calling all girls! Bring your ideas and thoughts to SMARTGirls and treat yourself while you discuss important topics like health and leadership.

Teen Center • 634-3866 | Building 499 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Kadena Library International Games Week Gameathon Ages 3 & over Monday • 5 November • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Did you know that the Library currently has over 60 board and card games ranging from ages 3 to adult? Join us for a table-top gaming event to celebrate International Games Week and play a classic or learn a new game!

Exploration Station: Music Edition

Ages 10 & over Saturday • 3 November 10 am - noon

Dungeons & Dragons™ & More Ages 10 & over 4 & 18 November • 2 pm

Teen Book Club Ages 13 - 18 Wednesday • 14 November •3 pm - 4:30 pm Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club, this month’s theme is “Around the World.” Choose a book written by an author from another country or one that takes place in a foreign land and come ready to discuss.

Babytime Ages 3 & under and their caregivers Tuesdays • 10:30 am

Storytime Ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers Wednesdays • 10:30 am

Buy-Borrow-Bypass The Doctor Will See You Now: Medical Memoirs Ages 18 & over Wednesday • 21 November • 6:30 pm At Buy-Borrow-Bypass we pick the theme, but YOU pick the book. Not sure what to read? Stop by the Library and check out the ﬁction section and our displays for some reading inspiration!

Roastmasters Club Ages 18 & over Tuesday • 20 November • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Come and be a part of our Roastmasters Club! You will gain conﬁdence, learn new and useful presentation skills, and enhance your public speaking abilities.

Intro to Tarot Reading

National Novel Writing Month Ages 18 & over Kadena Library offers resources and support to potential novelists during National Novel Writing Month. Whether you need a quiet place to write, or someone to cheer you on as you type your way to your 50,000 word count, we have you covered! Stop by to pick up your word count calendar. 10 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

Ages 18 & over Wednesday • 28 November 6 pm - 7:30 pm This workshop teaches the basics of tarot reading including history of the practice and the characteristics and numerological meanings of the cards. You can bring your own deck or use one of the provided ones.

Kadena Base Library • 634-1502

FAMILY HAPPENINGS Grab a marker and start coloring!

Air Force Family Child Care Deployment Child Care Support Give Parents a Break

Saturday • 17 November • 5 pm - 9 pm Niko Niko CDC & Himawari SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years Register by Friday, 9 November. Give Parents a Break is designed to provide child care to active duty Air Force families with deployed or TDY spouses and those with special hardships. Sign up to take advantage of this great resource and give yourself a break! Contact the participating facilities for more information. • Receive a referral form the A&FRC or speak with your commander or ﬁrst sergeant. • Contact the Child Care & Referral ofﬁce at 634-7693 to sign up.

The Air Force now provides 16 hours of child care per child predeployment, 16 hours each month the member is deployed, and 16 hours post-deployment. For example, if a member has orders for a 6-month deployment, he/she is eligible for 16 hours pre-deployment, 96 hours during deployment, and 16 hours post deployment equaled to 128 hours of care. The original program provided only 48 hours of child care per child. The process to request care has not changed. Please contact Family Child Care at 634-0514 or visit building 1850 for more information! FCC • 634-0514 | Building 1850

Parents’ Night Out

Saturday • 17 November • 5 pm - 9 pm Niko Niko CDC & Himawari SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years Register by Friday, 9 November. If you don’t qualify for a referral but still need a break, Parents’ Night Out is for you! For just $16 you can participate as well. Parents’ Night Out is open to all ranks and services, but spaces are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Contact the Child Care & Referral office at 634-7693 to sign up.

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2018 Kadena AB Provider of the Year Congratulations to Cyrill Carlson, wife of Chaplain David Carlson, CFAO Command. Cyrill has been a certiﬁed provider for 7 years and has worked at various Child and Youth Programs for over 10 years . Her home is accredited by the National Association for Family Child Care. She also holds a Bachelors in Elementary Education. VENTURE 11

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Ages 6 - 17 Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm $40 • Per person This class is for all skill levels! Join us in the pastime of Okinawa and improve your confidence, flexibility, fitness, and strength! Schilling Community Center • 634-1387

The Beginning of a Legacy Aero Clubs around the Air Force officially began in 1948 when General Curtis LeMay saw some of his airmen rebuilding a small aircraft in one of the Offutt Air Force Base Hangars. His direction to them was, “If we are going to do this, we are going to do it right!” Many of our people wanted to be involved in aviation and many want to learn to fly. U.S. Air Force Aero Clubs offer patrons the opportunity to learn to fly, continue in their aviation education, and maintain critical flying skills. Sign up for the next ground school class and start your journey in becoming part of a legacy!

Kadena Aero Club • 080-6493-6299 DSN: 634-4207 | Located inside the Schilling Community Center FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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YYY CLUB IE RESORT SPECIALS

Suite Room Special • Cottage and Family Plan

INDIVIDUAL RESERVATIONS For details and reservations, call Kadena ITT at 966-7333.

Plan your holiday getaways with us! Thanksgiving Weekend

UNIT RETREATS OR GROUP RESERVATIONS

23 - 25 November

Contact Brian Enloe for more information. 080-6916-6544 brian.e@jot-international.jp

New Year’s Countdown 30 Dec - 1 Jan 2019

Visit us on the web at www.ie-resort.com/english/ • Phone: 0980-49-5011 • Fax: 0980-49-5130 Paid ad. No federal endorsement of advertiser intended.

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Kadena ITT • 966-7333 Located inside the Schilling Community Center

39th Tsuboya Pottery Saturday • 24 November • 10 am - 3 pm $18 • Adults |$12 • Ages 6 - 12 | $5 • Ages 5 & under Come with us to see over 30,000 pottery pieces at this popular event. See why for more than 300 years Naha’s Tsuboya district has been the symbol of Okinawan pottery. This will be the only time of year when you can see all the Tsuboya pottery in the same place. So, join us and take advantage of the 20-30% discounts off everything you see. Afterwards, you will have time to take a stroll on Kokusai St. Don’t forget to bring lots of yen!

Grand Sumo Exhibition Match in Okinawa 15 & 16 December 8:30 am - 4 pm Sign up deadline is Friday, 30 November. Prices starting at $90 It’s your chance to experience an authentic sumo wrestling tournament here in Okinawa! Join ITT on one of our tours, and let our guide enlighten you on this peaceful sport, which originated in Japan. Make sure to bring socks and yen for extra purchases. Contact Kadena ITT for tour details and prices.

Sapporo Snow Festival 3 - 7 February Prices start at $1,540 Join ITT on a tour to one of the largest winter events in Japan and discover why 2 million people visit every year. See the amazing gigantic snow sculptures at the Odori site, beautiful ice sculptures at the Susukino site, and enjoy fun in the snow at the Tsudome site. Don’t miss out on this bucket list event and contact ITT for details. Tour prices are subject to change.

Yoga Around Oki Fridays • 2, 9 & 16 November • 9 am - 2 pm $20 • Ages 16 & over

Sumo Tournament Tokyo Tour 17 - 21 January Prices start at $500 and are subject to change. Spend your Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday immersed in the beauty of Tokyo with its twinkling lights and bustling city. Experience an authentic sumo wrestling tournament in Tokyo! Join us on this tour and let our guide enlighten you on this peaceful sport, which originated in Japan. FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

Enjoy a rejuvenating day with an experienced Yoga instructor at different locations on island with wanderlust views and take some much needed time to energize your spirit and challenge your body. Please bring water, towel, and yen for lunch. Contact Kadena ITT for more details on each yoga class. VENTURE 15

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PAINTBALL AT OKUMA Now - 31 March 2019

Bring your own gear or use ours with our Package Play every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Group reservations are available during the week. Call Okuma Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental at 631-1818/1819 for more details.

Okuma Beach • 631-1990/1991 16 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

GROUP RESERVATIONS Now - 31 March 2019 Receive discounts for groups of ﬁve or more from Sunday through Thursday! Contact our Catering & Group Sales Ofﬁce at 631-1806 for more information.

Okuma Beach is located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base

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Thanksgiving Weekend • 22 - 23 November

International Gourmet Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday • 22 November • 1 pm - 8:30 pm $24.95 • Ages 13 & over $12.95 • Ages 4 - 12 Free • Ages 3 & under

Go beyond tradition with this International Gourmet Thanksgiving Buffet! Enjoy your favorite Thanksgiving classics like turkey and pumpkin pie. Try exciting new dishes from a variety of international cuisines with items like Penne Arrabiata, Salmon Menuiere, and Sauteed Chicken with Curry Sauce. There will also be live contemporary music by Okinawan artist Kluso!

Football mania At the Surfside Grill & Bar Friday • 23 November • 7 am What’s Thanksgiving weekend without football? The Surfside Grill & Bar will have professional football playing as well as a choice of delicious ﬁnger foods to feed your anxious appetite while you cheer on your favorite team.

Black Friday Sale at Beach Mart Friday • 23 November Don’t forget to grab a trinket for the memories! Get 30% off all Okuma logo apparel and souvenirs.

SWEET CABANA DEAL Now - 31 March 2019 Save 20% on a two-night stay in any Okuma Suite, Suite Plus, Studio, Studio Premier or Log Cabin. Includes breakfast for two people. Sunday through Thursdays only, holidays not included. Restrictions may apply. Call the Reservation Desk 631-1991/1992 for information on booking.

kadenafss.com/okuma FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Hiking Mt. Katsuu Thursday • 1 November Wednesday • 28 November • 9 am - 1 pm $25 • Ages 12 & over Mt. Katsuu is a quick but challenging hike, with spectacular views of the island from the summit. Please be sure to bring hiking shoes, a change of shoes, an extra t-shirt, bottled water, and yen for purchases.

Hiking Ishikawa Wednesday • 14 November • 9 am - 1 pm $25 • Ages 12 & over Go through the winding trails of the forest and along the cliffs for a great view! Please wear appropriate attire and bring water.

Naha Urban Cycling Tour Friday • 16 November • 9 am - 3 pm $40 • Ages 12 & over Cycle through Naha to experience the amazing sights and sounds of the city! Price includes transportation, guide, bicycle, and a delicious buffet for lunch.

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Sit-in Kayaking Trip Saturday • 17 November • 8 am - 2 pm $60 • Ages 12 & over

Bouldering in Naha Wednesday • 21 November • 9 am - 3 pm $25 • Ages 12 & over

Enjoy this NEW trip through ODR! You can learn the skills to sit-in kayak. The prices includes the kayak, guide, and transportation. Please be sure to bring water, yen, and a change of clothes.

Take on this challenging form of rock climbing at Onoyama Park in Naha! A delicious lunch buffet is included.

Nago Urban Cycling Tour Friday • 30 November • 9 am - 3 pm $40 • Ages 12 & over Cycle through Nago to experience the amazing sights and sounds of the city! Price includes transportation, guide, bicycle, and a delicious buffet for lunch.

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Snorkel with Whale Sharks Saturday • 1 December • 8 am - 11 am $99 • Ages 12 & over Snorkel above these gentle giants for an opportunity to get up close and personal with one of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean. Price includes guide, transportation, and entry fee. Feel free to bring your own snorkeling gear if you have it, and a change of clothes.

Hiking & Camping at Okuma Saturday & Sunday • 8 - 9 December $99 • Per person | $50 • Second person Free • Ages 12 & under The price is includes a guided hike up two mountains, a campsite at Okuma, and camping gear to include a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and lantern.

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Ski or Snowboard at Nozawa Onsen in Nagano 18 - 22 January $1,160 • Per person, triple occupancy

JAN 2019 Head up north to enjoy amazing ski powder and magniﬁcent mountaintop views. Stay at an Onsen Hot Spring Ski Resort to fully capture the ambience Nagano has to offer.

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Chura Shima Okinawa Century Run 2019 Saturday • 19 January $85 • Welcome Course (45 km) Sunday • 20 January $105 • Century Course (167 km) $95 • Seaside Course (108 km) Register now until Friday, 30 November. Join the local bicycle event! There are three courses to choose from: from 45km up to 167km! Sign up now and get a special discount only offered through Outdoor Recreation. Start training today!

Kadena Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343 | Building 614 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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By the time I get to work, they have already been hard at work and I see all the rental equipment laid out and inspected. They do some great work together. Written By • Melissa Kowaluk Photo by • Att Eachus

he Outdoor Recreation Park Crew is the backbone of many fun activities customers take part in on Kadena. If you’ve ever rented equipment from Outdoor Recreation, the Park Crew has ensured your rental equipment is clean and in great working condition. This applies to bouncy houses, tables, chairs, bikes, kayaks - you name it, ODR has it. They also work on cleaning up the different parks around Kadena and the Marina, to include Marek Park, Kenney Park, and more. They work in the early morning hours, before the Okinawan heat gets too extreme. They set up the equipment, wash it down, and make any repairs necessary. The Park Crew enjoys working early in the morning, because their day ends early, leaving time to spend with their families and enjoying their hobbies. They love what they do because they love working outside as a team. It came as no surprise to learn the entire team is very outdoorsy and loves to go surﬁng and take part in other outdoor activities. They sometimes even go surﬁng on their lunch break - now that’s a great way to use your time! They are a crew of 8 members, who have worked at ODR from 22 and 24 years, to 4 months. Having crew members who have worked at the facility for so long means they have the expertise to train new members to be in tip-top shape. The newest member, who has only been there for

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four months, has taken the senior members’ direction and quickly melded in with the rest of the seasoned crew. Paul Calain, manager at ODR, says he never ceases to be amazed by their hard work. “By the time I get to work, they have already been hard at work and I see all the rental equipment laid out and inspected. They do some great work together.” If you’ve ever attended one of the great concerts FSS puts on, the Park Crew has worked tirelessly to set up all the canopies and tables for customers and vendors to use and enjoy. “We are not backstage, but we’re the backbone!” Said Naoki-san. This is true! The event wouldn’t be possible without their hard work. The Park Crew enjoys collaborating with other FSS facilities and meeting new team members from around the squadron. They work in conjunction with the Schilling Community Center to work out logistics and plans in case of changing weather conditions, which we know is frequent on Okinawa. If the weather turns sour on the day of the event, the Park Crew has to spring into action and make sure the canopies and tables are secured or taken down to avoid safety issues for the hundreds of customers at the events. Next time you attend an event, or rent the fun equipment at ODR, remember the awesome folks who help keep everything ready to go for the events and outings everyone gets to enjoy!

Get on the water with Kadena Marina!

Night Dives Fridays • 5:30 pm $35 • Per person See the bioluminescent creatures come to life as the sun goes down. During this one tank dive you’ll be amazed at how active marine life is at night! No night dive certiﬁcation is necessary if an instructor is onboard. PADI Dive Class $285 • Per person Take advantage of living in one of the best dive locations in the world and get Open Water certiﬁed with us. There is no excuse because we have classes to accommodate any schedule! We also offer Advanced Open Water and other Dive Specialty classes. Contact us for more details!

Chartered Dive and Snorkel Excursions Every Saturday & Sunday in November, PLUS Veterans Day! $55 - $65 • Per person (varies by location) Join the Kadena Marina on one of our chartered adventures aboard our dive boat. We offer various dive trips around the pristine Keramas and Chibishi Islands with an additional dive on Veterans Day! Dive charters are two-tank dives. Snorkelers are welcome to join a dive trip and save $6 off the charter price.

Private Dive and Snorkel Charters $850 • Weekdays $995 • Weekends and Holidays Spend the day out on the water with your friends, family, or colleagues on our dive boat, the Venture! No need to worry, we work with your schedule! Get ready for your next fun-ﬁlled adventure. Black Friday Sale Friday • 23 November 10 am - 6 pm Get 10 - 40% off select items with ﬂash sales throughout the day. Plus, for every $75 spent throughout November, you will be entered to win two spots on a dive charter. Winners will be announced on Black Friday live on the Kadena Marina Facebook page.

Kadena Marina • 966-7345 | Located one mile north of Kadena Air Base FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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TURKEY SHOOT Saturday • 17 November Shotgun start • 7 am $35 • Per person Why bring home the bacon when you can bring home a turkey? It’s time for the annual Turkey Shoot!

This tournament is a 4-person scramble with a chance to win a turkey on every hole. There will also be Gross and Net prizes awarded, with the closest-to-pin winners receiving a turkey for each player in the group. Pre-register now at Banyan Tree Pro Shop!

Black Friday Sale 23 - 25 November

Up to 60% off select items including clubs, shoes, clothing, hats, and accessories! Take advantage of the biggest savings on Friday for club rental sets (bag included) at Chibana Pro Shop and Banyan Tree Pro Shop. Black Friday items will be available on a first-come first-served basis, items will not be held. All sales on rental clubs are final. Prices vary based on set condition and make-up.

Banyan Tree Golf Course • 966-7321 | Building 12 22 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

The Kadena Clubs and the Banyan Tree Golf Course proudly present

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4th Annual Membership GOLF TOURNAMENT

Monday, 12 November

Check in • 10:30 am | Shotgun start • Noon $60 • Per person ($10 member discount) Registration is open now through Friday, 9 November, or until sold out. Registration is open Monday through Friday from 9 am - 5 pm at the Rocker Enlisted Club Business Ofﬁce. Sign up as a foursome, pair, or individual. All teams will be made up of four people. No substitutions. The Clubs will ﬁll vacancies with eligible waiting list participants. Tournament fee includes a custom tournament t-shirt and coin, a boxed lunch, beverages, and food on the golf course. Fee also includes driving range balls prior to tournament start and a prime rib dinner at the Rocker Enlisted Club, immediately following the event. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams, the longest drive for males and females, as well as the closest to pin for males and females. Limited to 120 players.

ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB • 966-7372 | KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB • 966-7409 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Emery Lanes • 966-7303 | Building 113

No-Tap League

Thursdays • 6:30 pm Starts • 8 November $15 weekly • Per person Shake up traditional bowling rules with this 20-week league! There’s a twist! On your ﬁrst ball, 9 pins or better equals a strike. Ideal for those new to competitive bowling, reserve your spot today!

Win a Trip to Mainland Mondays • 10 am - 10 pm Tuesdays • 10 am - 4 pm

Bowl during regular open play for a chance to win one of two all-inclusive trips for two people to Universal Studios Japan™ or Tokyo Disney™! If the head pin is colored and you bowl a strike, or get the ‘lucky number’ of the week, you’ll be entered into a drawing. The drawing will take place after the ‘Big Game.’ Must be present to win.

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Veterans Day Bowling

Sunday • 11 November Free • Active Duty & Retired Military Emery Lanes is thankful for our service members! Bowl up to three free games with a valid military ID. Offer valid noon - 8 pm.

Veterans Day Special

13 - 16 November 50% off troubleshooting fee We want to say thank you to Veterans everywhere and what better way than saving you some money! This discount is open to everyone. The work must be completed at Auto Hobby.

Thanksgiving Special

19 - 21 November Receive double stamps on any maintenance you have done through the weekend, as a small token to say THANK YOU!

Tip of the Month

Your belts are one of the main things that keep everything moving under your car’s hood! After a long hot summer, it is important to have your belts checked. Regular maintenence is important to avoid the damage that can come from a snapped belt. Stop by today to have our staff help you out!

FREE Classes Under the Hood Orientation Wednesday • 7 November • 5 pm Learn what exactly is under your hood. This class gets you familiar with the basic parts and functions under your hood. Brake Check Wednesday • 21 November • 5 pm Learn to inspect your brakes with conﬁdence! Let our professionals teach you the right way to check your brakes to ensure you are safe on the road!

Auto Hobby • 966-7356 | Building 1436 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Turkey Shootout Doubles Racquetball Tournament Saturday • 17 November • 10 am Signups open until ﬁlled. Compete in Risner’s ﬁrst ever racquetball tournament. Find your partner and signup at the Risner Fitness Center. Winners will receive a FREE turkey just in time for Thanksgiving. All participants will also receive a free t-shirt.

Disco Cycle

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Join this fun ﬁtness class, yes those words can go together! Improve your health and relieve stress in this unique cycling class. This class is geared towards all ﬁtness levels.

Risn’ Shine Monthly Special

Pumpkin Pie Shake You loved it so much we decided to bring it back for a second month! Enjoy your Pumpkin Pie shake throughout the entire month of November. Get yours while it lasts!

Yoga 1 & 2

Mondays & Wednesdays • 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm Beginner to Intermediate level class. Exercises are focused on posture, stretching, and promotion of physical and spiritual well-being. This class is geared to all ﬁtness levels.

Singles Tennis Tournament

Register by Sunday, 11 November. $20 • Per entry Men’s Intermediate Division & Women’s Open Division Saturday • 17 November • 1 pm - 6 pm Men’s Open Division & Women’s intermediate Division Sunday • 24 November • 1 pm - 6 pm

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF... 33rd Rescue Squadron

Written By • Melissa Kowaluk | Photos by • Att Eachus

The 33rd Rescue Squadron, otherwise known as the Jolly Green Giants, operates the HH-60 Pave Hawk and is the main rescue operation for the 18th Wing. 1st Lt Matthew Malek explained a bit of the history behind the name. Their mascot namesake is derived from the fields of Vietnam during the war. At the time they used the H3, named the Jolly Green Giant because the formation in which the aircraft would land would make it look like a giant had taken two big steps forward. Many were lost during that war, and they named the squadron to pay homage to those lost. The versatile, dependable helicopters can operate in various conditions day or night, making their operators just as skilled. The crew members we spoke to each operate a different component of the flight, from pilot and co-pilot, to intelligence, weapons, and strategy. We met Captain Michael Jansen, HH-60 Instructor Pilot, Chief of Weapons and Tactics. He explained the differences between the two sides of his job, depending on flying and non-flying days. On days they are flying, the entire day is spent preparing for the flight. They choose one specific skill they want to focus on, whether it’s threat mitigation, 28 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

training to rescue survivors, water rescue, radio communications, or more. They spend the entire day preparing to fly - mission planning, briefing, flying, then debriefing. With the ever-changing nature of their position, practices are geared to operate under quick thinking; therefore, they do not always plan exactly what they will be working on ahead of time - it all depends on what skill is most needed at the time. On non-flying days, he instructs the rest of his crew on specific aircraft details and ensures their understanding of mission goals. When asked what his favorite part about the job is, he explained, of course, the flying is best. “In a time where traditional aircraft can function with little human interaction and everything is a lot more automated, it’s interesting to fly something that requires so much coordination, using both hands and both feet as well to operate the aircraft,” he said. His favorite memory here on Okinawa so far, was his first flight. “After being away for a while, getting to fly again and getting to see the island on a beautiful clear day was great.” We also got the chance to speak to 1st Lt Matthew Malek, HH-60 Co-Pilot and Weapons and Tactics officer, 1st Lt Minfei Yu, Chief of Intelligence, and SSgt Justin Wyatt, Weapons and Tactics NCO and Instructor Special Mission Aviator. SSgt Wyatt explained his responsabilities are more on the ground doing the pre-flight on the aircraft, and preparing the defense systems for the crew. He explained what a rewarding experience it is to save someone from danger. He and 1st Lt. Malek have recently returned from being deployed in Afghanistan and both said they are happy to be in positions to help others, either by instructing, or preparing the aircraft to fly.

I am glad to be in a position where I can help things work better for everyone 1st Lt. Matthew Malek

As the Chief of Intelligence, it’s 1st Lt Yu’s responsibility to research and understand the operating environment of a given mission, because they could be tasked to take on a mission anywhere in the world. He creates an accurate picture of the operating environment for the air crew and provides information that helps them understand what they’re up against – terrain, geography, political climates, and more. As the co-pilot, 1st Lt Malek would then take that information and help navigate the pilot on the terrain. When we asked 1st Lt Yu what he would like others to know about his job, he aptly said “well, nothing, or as little possible.” Well-put by someone whose job is to gather intelligence! All squadrons on base make significant contributions to the overall mission of the 18th Wing, and the 33rd Rescue Squadron is no different. Along with the projection of military power in the Pacific region, its main mission is to

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mitigate risk by being available and ready for unplanned circumstances. Whether they’re supporting training missions here, or supporting active forward deployed forces, the Jolly Green Giants are ready to spring into action. To be able to do so, their crews must be at the top of their game in ensuring their aircraft are ready to save people if the call comes. There are many different kinds of aircraft flying daily, and the HH-60 Pave Hawk is the most versatile of them to deploy in case of emergencies. One of the biggest impacts the 33rd Rescue Squadron has on the general public here on Okinawa is by being the primary squadron to conduct Civilian Search and Rescue. This doesn’t only apply to active duty scenarios, it applies to all civilians on the island. They cooperate with the Japanese authorities as well to rescue someone in distress if necessary. Each member of the crew we spoke to was asked individually if they would like to give any shout-outs, and they all ended up saying similiar names! They would like to give a shout-out to TSgt Miller, “greatest NCOIC ever,” SSgt Select Kenneth Means, and Airman Hoskinson.

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Dinners To Go

From the Rocker Enlisted Club Order your meal from 1 - 20 November. Pick up • 21 November from 8 am - noon $94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) $109.95 • 14 - 18 lb Large Ham Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) $89.95 • 8 - 10 lb Small Ham Dinner (serves 6 - 8 people) From the Kadena Ofﬁcers’ Club Order your meal from 1 - 20 November. Pick up • 21 November from 8 am - noon $94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) $109.95 • 14 - 18 lb Ham Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people) All Dinners To Go include: • 32 oz Stufﬁng • 32 oz Green Beans • One dozen Dinner Rolls • 32 oz Turkey Gravy • 16 oz Cranberry Sauce • One Pumpkin Pie • 32 oz Mashed Potatoes Additional sides are available for purchase. Air Force Club members receive $5 discount. Payment is due at the time of order. No call in orders will be accepted. Limited quantities are available, so place your order early!

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OKUMA BEACH

International Gourmet Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday • 22 November • 1 pm - 8:30 pm $24.95 • Ages 13 & over $12.95 • Ages 4 - 12 Free • Ages 3 & under Go beyond tradition with this International Gourmet Thanksgiving Buffet! Enjoy your favorite Thanksgiving classics like turkey and pumpkin pie. Try exciting new dishes from a variety of international cuisines with items like Penne Arrabiata, Salmon Menuiere, and Sauteed Chicken with Curry Sauce.

ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB & KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Thursday • 22 November • 10:30 am - 2 pm $22.95 • Per person ($2 member discount) $8.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under Carving Station Glazed Smoked Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce Peppercorn Crusted Steamship Round with au jus and Peppercorn Sauce Buffet Line Roasted Whole Turkey with Turkey Gravy Parmesan Crusted Fish Honey Glazed Petit Carrots Green Bean Casserole Homemade Herb Stufﬁng Buttery Whipped Potatoes Steamed White Rice Candied Yams with marshmallow topping Cranberry Sauce Sides Assorted Salads Peel and Eat Shrimp with lemons, cocktail & remoulade sauces Smoked Salmon with cream cheese, chopped onions, and capers Deviled Eggs Assorted Cheese and Cracker trays Assorted Fresh Fruit Fresh rolls and cornbread mufﬁns Assorted Desserts and Pastries Ice Cream Station Champagne and assorted beverages FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Grilled Scallops with Caponata & Basil Butter Sauce

Enjoy five grilled scallops on Caponata with our delicious basil butter sauce. Served with house salad, roasted rosemary potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and garlic bread.

Available Monday - Friday lunch and dinner, Saturday & Sunday dinner only.

Only available until Thursday, 15 November! Seaside will be closed from Friday, 16 November to early 2019 for renovations. Seaside Ristorante â&#x20AC;˘ 966-7401 | At Kadena Marina 34 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

Order one of our Party Platters today! Wings Party Platter Hand tossed in your choice of sauce; BBQ, Honey-Chipotle or Buffalo. Served with fresh celery & dipping sauce.

MIX MATCH Fajitas Party Platter We reinvented a classic! Our signature sizzling fajitas are served with sliced bell peppers & caramelized onions, topped with chipotle-garlic butter & chopped cilantro. Served with warm flour tortillas & fresh toppings: mixed cheese, fresh guacamole, cumin-lime sour cream & housemade pico de gallo. Grilled Chicken • Grilled Steak • Grilled Shrimp

Big Mouth® Bites Party Platter Savory mini beef burgers with applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, sautéed onions & house-made ranch on toasted potato buns. Served with house-made ranch.

Chili’s Grill & Bar

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Chili’s DELIVERY 4 PM - 10 PM

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Friday & Saturday Dinner Specials

Fridays & Saturdays • 4 pm - 9 pm Chicken Marsala Seafood Kabobs

Inside the Rocker Enlisted Club Open to all ranks and services.

Breakfast Buffet

Fridays • 7 am - 10:30 am Saturdays • 7 am - 2 pm $8.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $5.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $3 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Grab a quick bite to get your day started right! Choose from classic breakfast options like mini-pancakes, scrambled eggs, and country potatoes.

Members Only Two For One Special

Tuesdays • 4 pm - 9 pm Rib Eye Chicken Stroganoff Meatloaf Grilled Salmon Cheese Ravioli in Marinara Sauce Each entrée comes with a choice of house salad or a cup of soup, two sides, and fresh bread.

Sunday Breakfast

Sundays • 8 am - 2 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $4 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Enjoy our all-you-can-eat buffet!

Retiree Club Member Appreciation

Friday • 30 November • 6 am - 2 pm Retirees receive an additional $1 discount with the purchase of a full breakfast or lunch entrée. Must be a Club member and show retired military ID and active Enlisted Club card to receive discount.

Kazoku Place • Inside Rocker Enlisted Club | Building 622 36 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

NIGHTLIFE

SATURDAY • 10 NOVEMBER IN THE SHIRAHO BALLROOM DOORS OPEN • 6 PM GAMES BEGIN • 6:30 PM

$20 • ADULTS We’re bringing Vegas to Okinawa with a whole night of casino-style games featuring Black Jack, Craps, High/Low Dice, Texas Hold‘Em, Pai Gao, and Roulette! Tickets on sale now at the Rocker Enlisted Club customer service desk or through the Kadena Chiefs’ Group. Tickets purchased in October receive $3,000 in play money, and tickets purchased in November receive $2,000 in play money. Open to ages 18 and over.

KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB • DAEDALIAN ROOM SATURDAY • 17 NOVEMBER • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM $60 • Per person ($10 member discount) Join us for a truly unique experience during this classy evening. There will be scotch tastings from different regions of Scotland, accompanied by a cigar, and delicious hors d’oeuvre pairings. Open to all ranks and services ages 20 and over. Please drink responsibly.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT THE OFFICERS’ CLUB CUSTOMER SERVICE DESK KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB • 966-7409 | BUILDING 313 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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Noche de Fuego: Latin Night

The After Party

Enlisted Club Membership Night

Friday Vibes

Sunday • 11 November • 9 pm - 2 am Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers The three-day weekend continues! Come enjoy the hottest Latin Music featuring Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Reggaeton with special Guest DJ Takae.

Wednesday • 14 November | Shiraho Ballroom 5:30 pm • Doors open | 5:30 pm - 7 pm • Buffet Club members enjoy food, games, and amazing prizes! Must be present to win. Open to enlisted members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Saturdays | Rocker Lounge 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.

Fridays | Rocker Lounge 8 pm - close • Live DJ plays a variety of chart-topping hits Open to all enlisted ranks ages 18 and over.

Friday Social Hour

SUPER

Ladies’ Night

Saturday • 24 November • 10 pm - 2 am Rocker Lounge Free • Club members & ladies before midnight $5 • Nonmembers Ladies, this night is for you! All ladies receive free entrance and drink specials all night long. Visit customer service to reserve your VIP table for up to eight people - limited tables available. There will be a $100 cash prize drawing every hour from 11 pm - 2 am. Open to all enlisted ranks and services ages 18 and over.

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Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm | Rocker Lounge Free • Club members | $9 • Nonmembers Come out to socialize with friends and co-workers, enjoy our hors d’oeuvres, beverage specials, and play our giant Jenga. Club members have a chance to win cash prizes. Open to adult enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents.

Last Friday Social Hour

Friday • 30 November 5 pm - 7 pm | Rocker Lounge Free • Club members | $9 • Nonmembers Cheers to the weekend! We’ll have food, drink specials, and members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot and door prizes as well. Must be present to win. Open to all enlisted ranks and services ages 18 and older.

MASA MAGIC with special guest The Amazing Tamanchu In the Shiraho Ballroom Sunday • 4 November

Doors open • 5 pm | Show starts • 6 pm $15 • Per person ($5 member discount) Tickets on sale now at the Rocker Enlisted Club Customer Service counter. Open to all ages, ranks, and services.

MONDAY

FRIDAY

7 pm - close | Music Videos

8 pm - 11 pm | Country & Rock 11 pm - close | DJ plays chart topping hits

TUESDAY 7 pm - close | Open Mic Night & Top 30 Countdown Come out and showcase your talents. DJs, bands, singers, comedians, and more are welcome! Contact us on Facebook @ KadenaEnlistedClubs for information and signups.

SATURDAY

WEDNESDAY

SUNDAY

7 pm - 9 pm | Salsa Dance Lessons Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Cha-cha your way to a new friendship while learning Latin dance moves!

6 pm - 8 pm | Roczam Rocker meets the hit TV show Shazam! This is a new age version of Name That Tune, bingo style. Two members per teams; minimum of eight participants. Prizes awarded to winning teams.

8 pm - close | Let’s EDM it! The ﬁrst two hours will be the best electronic dance hits from artists like David Guetta, Calvin Harris, and more! From 10 pm - close will be the top club hits from 2005 to now.

THURSDAY 7 pm - 9 pm | Smartphone Trivia High-energy smartphone pub-style quizzing where teams of four (minimum of eight participants) challenge other teams using a smartphone/tablet to answer. Prizes awarded to winning teams.

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MAINTENANCE DAY Monday • 26 November Kazoku Place will be closed from 6 am to 2 pm, reopening at 4 pm. Hanabi’s will open for the day at 2 pm.

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Kadena Ofﬁcers’ Club • 966-7409 | Building 313

Officers` Club Membership Night

Wednesday • 14 November • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members Members enjoy a delicious dinner buffet and amazing prizes! Open to Ofﬁcers’ Club members ages 18 and over.

Holiday Bunco

Monday • 26 November Doors open • 6 pm | Games begin • 6:30 pm Free • Club members This is our favorite holiday themed Bunco event, and it is open to all Club card members! Bunco is social dice game that is a great way to meet new friends and win cool prizes! Must be a player to enjoy the light hors d’oeuvres. No guests allowed.

Champagne Brunch

Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm $19.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $9.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under Come and grab some of our most popular items, including peel-and-eat shrimp, carved beef, salads, an array of breakfast and lunch items, assorted desserts, and so much more!

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Kiddie Disco

Wednesday • 28 November 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm $7.95 • Adults ($1 member discount) $4.95 • Ages 3 & over ($1 member discount) Bring your kids in for a night of food and fun! We’ll have an adult and child buffet and great music. Open to all ranks and services.

Weekday Buffets

Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 Free • Ages 4 & under Monday • Healthy Tuesday • Mexican Wednesday • Asia Paciﬁc Thursday • All-American BBQ Friday • Italian Buffet will be closed Tuesday, 20 November for maintenance.

Maintenance Day

Tuesday • 20 November Café Latte will be closed for maintenance and will reopen at 2 pm.

Weekly Social Hour with Progressive Drawing

Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm | Weekender Lounge Free • Club members | $18 • Nonmembers We’ll have food, drink specials, and members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to ofﬁcers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

Pubstumpers Trivia League

Now through 30 November First Friday of the Month • 7:30 pm Fridays • 7 pm Weekender Lounge in the Ofﬁcers’ Club Free • Adult ofﬁcers and civilian equivalents Get your team of four together for this 12-week competition! There will be weekly winning teams, as well as an overall league champion! Come play for a chance to win cash and prizes!

First Friday Super Social Hour

Friday • 2 November • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Weekender Lounge Free • Club members $18 • Nonmembers Come out to socialize with friends and co-workers, enjoy our hors d’oeuvres and have a chance to win cash prizes. We’ll have food, drink specials, and you’ll have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to ofﬁcers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

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Football Frenzy

TWO LOCATIONS! Hanabi’s in the Rocker Enlisted Club and Café Latte in the Ofﬁcers’ Club! Tuesdays • 11 am during “Monday Night Football” live broadcasts. Cheer on your favorite team during “MNF” every Tuesday during lunch all season long! Air Force Club members will have a chance to win a jersey from each of the teams playing that week.

Weekender Saturday Night Line-up Saturdays • 7 pm - close • Free 3 November • Karaoke 10 November • Country Music 17 November • Karaoke 24 November • Latin Open to ofﬁcers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.

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BINGO

Soap Opera Bingo Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays • Noon Night Bingo Nightly except Wednesdays • 7 pm $750 Night Bingo Saturdays & Mondays • 7 pm All book games have a payout of $750! Bingo Appreciation Sunday • 25 November • 7 pm

$1,199 HOLIDAY BINGO Monday • 12 November

Doors open • 2 pm | Games begin • 6 pm All book games payout $1,199. Last special game is guaranteed $3,000 payout!

Double Elimination Dart Tournament

Tuesdays • 7 pm Register at 6:30 pm Free • Club members $5 • Nonmembers Hit a bullseye at Skoshi Rocker! First place will receive a $50 FSS gift card and second place will receive a $25 FSS gift card. Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Minimum of four participants.

Texas Hold’Em Now on Thursdays and Saturdays! Thursdays • 6 pm Register at 5:30 pm Saturdays • 5 pm Register at 4:30 pm

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Sunday • 4 November • 11 am Shevchenko vs Eubanks

Free • Club members $10 • Nonmembers Play a hand, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and if you’re a top 4 ﬁnisher, receive an FSS gift card prize!

Skoshi Rocker • 966-7255 | Building 103 | Skoshi Rocker is open to ages 18 and over. 42 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

NEW KADENA CLUBS PLUS BENEFITS THROUGH FSS FACILITIES! AERO CLUB • FREE introductory flight ($199 value) Flights are available now - limited to one per Club member. For more information, call 080-6493-6299

KADENA ITT ITT Hot List • Discounted travel • FREE island tours • Email club specials exclusive to members For more information, call 966-7333

ARTS & CRAFTS Crafty Club • FREE basic woodshop class (materials included) • FREE basic frame shop class • Early access to events and sales • 20% off in Keepsakes • 10% off in Crafty Things • Email club specials exclusive to members For more information, call 966-7347

KARING KENNELS • Karing Kennels Club membership waived ($99 savings) • 20% off grooming • 20% off all boarding • Access to member only sales • Early entry to public sales • Email club specials exclusive to members For more information, call 966-7339

AUTO HOBBY • FREE towing to Auto Hobby • FREE annual oil change For more information, call 966-7356 EMERY LANES • FREE league lineage for 4 weeks to new league bowlers, whose first league begins after 1 September, 2018. ($30 savings) • 10 FREE combo meal upgrades for the previous year or current league bowlers. • Get 10% off Annual Bowling Fee ($90 savings) or 15% off when paid in full ($135 savings) For more information, call 966-7303 BANYAN TREE GOLF COMPLEX • Get 10% off Annual Green Fee ($120 savings) or 15% off when paid in full ($180 savings) For more information, call 966-7321

Exclusive beneﬁts for Club Members! $1,000 Coupon per Club Member! • Applied toward purchase of a vehicle from Pit Stop • Visit the Clubs, get your coupon, and call Pit Stop for a free shuttle!

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OUTDOOR RECREATION Kadena Marina Beach Club • Kadena Marina Beach Club fee waived (up to $149 savings) • 25% off on all boat, jet ski, paddle board, and kayak rentals • Complimentary Jet Ski Training Course • 25% off on all Wibit Water Park™ passes • Email club specials exclusive to members For more information, call 966-7345 Dive Alive Club (Individual $99 or Family $149) • Dive Alive Club fee waived (up to $149 savings) • FREE Air (up to 2 tanks per member per day) • FREE annual maintenance on 1 regulator & 1 tank per member per year (parts not included) • 25% off on all dive charters • 10% off on all resale items at the Kadena Scuba Shop • Access to member only sales • Early entry to public sales • Email club specials exclusive to members For more information, call 966-7345

E1 - E4 & Civilian Equivalents $48 / ANNUALLY

E5 - E9 & Civilian Equivalents

$108 / ANNUALLY

Officers & Civilian Equivalents $216 / ANNUALLY

$1,200+

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Thank you for being so kind whenever we come in . I t really makes my da y! :) - Anonymous

TER YOUTH CEN e have so much to be thankful for. Our homes, our family, our friends, , l for the staff fu k n a th our health, and so much more. Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight so I am sweet! of the big picture, especially when small inconveniences seem like they are all so momentous roadblocks. It happens to all of us and it’s ok, so long as h -Sarah Bet we refocus and continue looking ahead. This is the time of year to really think about those you are thankful for and what that means for you and those around you. Taking some time each year to think about the great things that have happened this year as well as acknowledge difﬁculties we’ve overcome is a great way to grow and look ahead to new experiences.

Expressing gratitude goes a long way and can improve many aspects of life. Giving thanks feels good, which in turn improves our mood and our interpersonal connections. It even helps us physically by lowering blood pressure, decreasing stress, and helping us get better sleep. With those perks, why wouldn’t we be grateful, am I right? Thanksgiving is a great reminder, but it shouldn’t be the only time we express feelings of gratiude toward others. It doesn’t have to be a big showy expression - a simple ‘thank you’ to someone who helped you at a store, or a neighbor who helped you with your car goes a long way. The key is to be genuine. Anything is better with a smile because it brightens everyone’s mood! The person smiling is happy and the person seeing the smile is even happier - you get the picture.

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BANYAN TREE GOLF

COURSE

Pro Shop staff are alwa ys very friendly. The grounds crew did an amazing job cleaning up the course af ter the storms! - Robert Bliss

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SCHILL

Always nice, always sweet Gives us stuff that’s good to eat If they don’t, never fear, They fix it fast for you, my dear Thank you!

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EMERY LANES

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LIBRARY

for your Thank you Library staff hard work. service and kindness and

Thank you for always providing excellent service, we love coming here to eat!

- Anonymous

We know our customers are far from home, therefore we work hard to bring tastes of home and experiences that will last a lifetime! From delicious homey breakfasts at Cafe Latte, to the fun outdoorsy adventures with ODR, we understand the sacriﬁces of military life, and we just like doing our part to bring joy and fun. This year, we have thanked our customers by launching Smile Days and the FS Giveaways and bringing back Domo Days! During these campaigns, we gave away great trips, freebies, items, classes, and more! This month, our customers had the chance to show their appreciation! We set up boxes around our FSS facilities with little slips where customers could write about their experiences at our facilities. We’ve gathered a few here! Once the food comas of Thanksgiving are over, keep these little thoughts in mind, you’ll make someone’s day! Smile, be genuine and grateful for all the great things both small and big!

AUTO HOBBY

Awesome service, pa rts, self- service and maint enance, all took great care of me! -B randon Geddes

KARING KENNELS

Amazing experience, my pet was well taken care of. Attentive staff kept me updated! -Thank you from “Cookie”

CHILI’S GRILL & BAR

of home Chili’s gives us a nice taste ial staff! and we love the extra spec -Daphne Parker

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KADENA IT

s g to ITT ha in m o C ! e ic v r e Great se ney and tim o m f o t lo a ! saved me a family trip preparing for -MNB

AIRPOWER CAFÉ

Thank you for the ex cellent food and prices, without yo u I’d lose sleep making my own food. - Anonymous

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Teens & Tweens Learn to develop positive and healthy relationship with your teens through a 4 session course designed for parents with children 13-18

November 1, 8, 15 & 29 5 pm – 7 pm

Classes are available to anyone with base access

Learn ways to allow kids to make smart choices and be responsible through a 4 session course designed for parents with children under the ages of 12

November 7, 14, 21 & 28 11 am - 1 pm at Kadena AB, Bldg 90

Marek Park Saturday • 1 December Registration • 8 am Warm-up • 8:50 am 1-Mile, 2-Mile, 5k • 9 am Bring the whole family to participate in this family fun run! We will have a DJ and prizes for the whole family. Come view some of Karing Kennels’ adoptable dogs and enjoy light refreshments and coffee. This is a pet friendly event, please be sure to have your pet leashed and pick up your after your pet. This is an FSS Kadena Youth Sports 5K run supported by Risner Fitness and Karing Kennels.

46 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

KADENA MARINA

KARING KENNELS Free Thanksgiving Pet Adoption!

A IT Tber N E D A K vem

• 4 No l on Sunday astle Festiva n for tatio huri C FREE S reet Transpor p! i St gn u Kokusa first 40 to si the

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Entire month of November FREE dive gear rental for Open Water students and dive charter customers!

TS ARTS & CRovAemFber

Friday • 30 N et giveaway FREE Gift Bask throughout 0! Enter A value of $10 November. the month of

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CALLING ALL JOB SEEKERS!

Kadena FSS is looking for amazing people like you to join our team and help create experiences and memories for military members, civilians, and families stationed on Okinawa!

Jobs include

Child Care • Recreation Food & Beverage • Accounting And more!

Search and apply today by visiting NAFJobs.org! FSS Human Resources • 634-2330 | Building 723 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV

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COMPLETE WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS MULTIPLE US MILITARY PROCUREMENT OPTIONS. ON SITE SURVEYS, LAYOUTS/DESIGNS AND QUOTES PROVIDED AT NO COST.

CALL US

EMAIL US

PLEASE VISIT OUR WORKING SHOWROOM AT

098-800-1275

OKINAWA@SYSTEMCENTER.COM

1-4 MAKAI RESORT CHATAN 51-1 MIHAMA CHATAN, OKINAWA 904-0115

50 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM

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We offer authentic Brazillian CHURRASCO. Enjoy your CHURRASCO while feeling the Brazilian atmosphere with Samba music. Ocean front location with terrace seating. Perfect for a large group, events and holiday parties!

098-988-5029

Menu Prices: Lunch from ¥1,780 | Dinner ¥3,680 Online reservation available. Accept credit cards.

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Hours of Operation Lunch 11:00 - 15:00 (L.O. 14:00) Dinner 17:00 - 23:00 (L.O. 21:00)

ONE FREE DRINK

with a purchase of Churrasco course. One coupon valid for one person. Expires 31 December 2018. Paid ad. No federal endorsement of advertiser intended.

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

OSAN AB osan@troy.edu DSN 784-5141

MISAWA AB misawa@troy.edu DSN 226-3748

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YONGSAN AG yongsan@troy.edu DSN 723-7508

TERM III 2019 Jan. 7 - Mar. 10, 2019 Application Deadline: 12/21/18 Registration Begins: 11/26/18 TERM IV 2019 Mar. 18 - May 19, 2019 Application Deadline: 03/08/19 Registration Begins: 02/25/19 TERM V 2019 May 28 – July 28, 2019 Application Deadline: 05/17/19 Registration Begins: 05/06/19

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Sundays in November at the Crow's Nest Club on Camp Shields Enjoy college football every Sunday in November. No purchase necessary for the weekly and grand prize. Our delicious Sunday Breakfast Buffet is also available at an additional cost.

Grand prize

$1,000 ticket voucher You still have 4 chances to get your name in the drawing for the $1,000 Delta Air Lines voucher. Join us every Sunday in November at the Crow's Nest Club on Camp Shields for College Football Frenzy. Win the prizes at halftime or the end of the game and you automatically go in the drawing for the $1,000 Delta Air Lines ticket voucher. No purchase necessary.