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DETAILS ON PAGES 32 - 35 KADENA AIR BASE • OCTOBER 2019
HALLOWEEN PROGRAMS WITH THE CLUBS ON PAGE 51
COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Director Ms. Vicki Fragomeli 718th Force Support Squadron Commander Major Jama K. Stilwell
MARKETING Marketing Director Barbara Fuller
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Kadena Music Festival Kadena Library Schilling Community Center A&FRC FCC Youth Center Teen Center Education Karing Kennels Arts & Crafts Center
Okuma Beach Kadena ITT
Video Producer Att Eachus Writer/Editor Elizabeth Bryan Publicity Assistant Natalie Amara Account Executives Ellen Ice Madisyn Beschi Briana Slagle Autumn Webb Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome
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Auto Hobby Outdoor Recreation Kadena Marina Emery Lanes Risner Fitness Center Risner Sports Pro Shop Golf
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I will forever insist that October is the best month. Halloween is at the top of the reasons why I love October, and there are tons of events happening on Kadena that can feed your spooky spirit. Visit page 51 for a break down of all the Club events and find one that fits your favorite way to celebrate. Fright Fest at Okuma is another fall favorite of mine. It happens on November 2nd, so we’re going to call that close enough that it can be included in my October excitement. Okuma is a great time even when there is no event happening, but when something like Fright Fest happens it simply can’t be beat. October also brings Okinawa’s festival season into full swing. I cannot recommend enough the festivals found all over Okinawa. The sense of community, the culture, and all of the fun to be had makes seeing a festival a “must-do” item on your Okinawa bucket list. I saved the very best part for last, though. Domo Days happens in October! Allow FSS to thank you for your continued support and patronage by taking part in our various sales and giveaways throughout the week. See page 32 for more information. There is so much to do on Kadena and beyond, so “Venture” out and find a new experience to enjoy!
Elizabeth Bryan Writer/Editor
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Makerspace Open House Saturday • 5 October • 10 am - 2 pm Join us as we unveil our new Makerspace at the Library! Come out and watch demos of our new STEM and craft equipment including: 3D pens, sewing machines, AccuCut®, 3D printer, and more! Dungeons & Dragons™ (& more) Sundays • 6 & 20 October • 1 pm Ages 10 & over Have you wanted to give Dungeons & Dragons™ a try, but didn’t know where to start? This is for YOU! Catering to the beginner player, these sessions will teach you how to create your character and start you on an adventure. Adult Book Club Wednesday • 9 October • 6 pm Ages 18 & over Join us for the October meeting of the Library’s Adult Book Club! This is an interactive club where members get to pick the genre, and everyone gets to vote on the book we read each month! This month’s book selection is “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini. Like our Facebook page @KadenaBaseLibraryAdultBookClub to stay up to date and join the conversation! Organization of Military Community Writers Saturdays • 12 & 26 October • 10:30 am NaNoWriMo Prep | Tuesday • 22 October • 6 pm Ages 18 & over National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) kicks off 1 November and runs for the entire month, so use the October meetings to prepare yourself and your writing! Not sure where to begin? Even if your previous writing experience has only been your grocery list, the Library and OMCW have you covered! Movie Mondays Mondays • 3:30 pm Is your homework done? Then kick back and watch a movie at the Library! Movies will be rated PG and vary across genres. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Roastmasters Tuesday • 22 October • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Ages 18 & over 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 monthly. It’s in the Cards: Tarot Reading Workshop Wednesday • 23 October • 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. Online Resources RBdigital Comics RBdigital brings the best comic titles from major brands to library patrons on mobile apps and web browsers. Patrons of all ages will find something to love in this collection - from Disney™ Comics’ beloved characters and stories such as Frozen™, The Lion King™, Star Wars™ and Mickey Mouse™, to the Marvel™ Comics’ Captain Marvel™, Spiderman™, and The Avengers™. For recurring events like StoryTime, Mother Goose on the Loose, and PuppyTales visit our Facebook page @KadenaBaseLibrary for more information! Kadena Library is closed Monday, 14 October for the Federal Holiday.
October is Hispanic Heritage Month, come check out our book display!
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A&FRC Airman & Family Readiness Center 634-3366 | Building 220
Transition Assistance Program Did you know starting 1 October 2019, in accordance to NDAA 19, all separating and retiring service members must complete their Individual Counseling and Pre-Separation Brief at least 365 days prior to their last day of service? We have many tracks available to help you meet your goals. To get registered for the required courses, contact the Transition Assistance Program office at 634-3366. Grocery Shopping Tour Wednesday • 16 October • 10 am - 11 am Register by Tuesday, 15 October Meet our cultural program coordinator at a local supermarket to learn how to purchase Japanese products, use supermarket services, and understand the names of popular products. Understand Spouse Employment Tuesday • 22 October • 9 am - 11 am Register by Friday, 18 October Develop an understanding of different base agencies and how to apply for employment. Establish your goals for employment, education, and volunteering. Boots 2 Business 23 - 24 October • 9 am - 4 pm This two-day course is facilitated by the Small Business Administration for those seeking to start their own business. Participants learn business fundamentals and work through an initial feasibility analysis of their business concepts. Space is limited! 6
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FRIDAY • 18 OCTOBER • 10 AM - 2 PM AT THE OFFICERS’ CLUB A one stop shop for all employment, educational, or volunteer opportunities! You’ll meet with local employers, organizations, and colleges to ask questions and network. Make sure that you bring your resume for an even better chance to show off your skills. Airman & Family Readiness Center • 634-3366
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PCS Child Care from FCC PCSing soon or did you just arrive? You are eligible to receive 20 hours of childcare per child in certified Family Child Care homes. PCS care is available for all branches stationed on Kadena. Additional information and PCS orders are required. Contact Family Child Care at 634-0514 for details. Give Parents a Break Saturday • 12 October • 5 pm - 9 pm Wakaba CDC & Shima No Ko SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years Register by noon on Friday, 4 October 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 Child Care Referral at 632-7693 for more information. Parents’ Night Out Saturday • 12 October • 5 pm - 9 pm Wakaba CDC & Shima No Ko SAC Ages 6 weeks to 12 years Register by noon on Friday, 4 October 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 Child Care Referral at 632-7693 for more information.
Enjoy the Navy Ball without worry, knowing your children are in the hands of qualified caretakers. Parents’ Night Out participants who attend the Navy Ball are eligible to pick up their children at 10 pm for only $5 extra.
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634-0500 | Building 1849 Girls Talk Tuesdays • 1, 15, & 29 October 3 pm - 4 pm Aim high girls! This program teaches girls like you how to find their potential. Learn about health, fitness, education, and self-esteem enhancement with an amazing club leader. Build the right skills for a better future. Triple Play Fridays • 4, 11, & 25 October 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Have fun staying healthy as we run, jog, and play. Keeping active is necessary to ensure a happy and vigorous lifestyle.
Art Club Mondays • 7 & 28 October 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Bring out your inner Picasso, Monet, da Vinci, or just be you! Find the artist within, whether you like drawing, painting, crafting, or something else. We have art projects every week and you can enter your artwork in the Boys & Girls Club of America’s Annual Art Contest. Boys Night Out Friday • 11 October 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm $20 • Members | $25 • Nonmembers Ages 9 - 12 Register by Thursday, 10 October The Passport to Manhood Club is sponsoring a boys night out at Legend Sports Heroes Okinawa! Play interactive games and enjoy all kinds of sports like archery, rock climbing, baseball, and more. Afterwards, we will refuel your muscles at a local restaurant. Permission slip required.
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Membership Appreciation Day Friday • 18 October • 3:30 pm Welcome our new members and say goodbye to the ones departing. We will celebrate October birthdays and recognize our youths’ outstanding accomplishments - maybe it will be you! Enjoy games, snacks, and have a chance to win prizes. Monster Mash Dance Friday • 25 October • 7 pm - 9 pm $2 • Members | $5 • Nonmembers Calling all ghosts and ghouls for a night of dancing and fun. Come dressed in your best Halloween costume, get on the dance floor, and show us your best moves. You might even win a prize for best costume!
634-3866 | Building 499
Money Matters Mondays • 3 pm Learn to get your money in order and save for the future! Learn to budget, save and invest, plan for college, and understand debit and credit cards. 4-H Club National Youth Science Day Tuesdays • 2 pm Kick off the 4-H Club’s National Youth Science Day on the first of October. Students will use computer science skills to create games while learning important concepts and problem solving skills!
Military Youth of the Month Friday • 4 October • 3:30 pm Recognize and celebrate the October Youth of the month! Open Mic Friday • 11 October • 8 pm - 10 pm Ages 16 & over This is the Teen Center’s first Open Mic! Don’t miss this chance to express yourself. Share a song, comedy routine, or spoken word. Performers must register by 4 October.
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25 - 26 October • 8 pm - 8 am $10 • Members | $15 • Nonmembers Get ready for a spooktackular night at the Teen Center! Enjoy a fun-filled night with horror, games, food, and prizes.
College Road Trip
Thursday • 31 October Don’t get stuck trying to find parking, catch a ride to the college fair! Take a look at different institutions of higher learning and talk to representatives to get your questions answered!
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EDUCATION & TRAINING Tuition Assistance Briefing Tuesdays • 2:30 pm Thursdays • 9 am Learn the ins and outs of how to use your tuition assistance with this briefing offered weekly at the Education & Training Center. This briefing is open to active-duty Air Force members attached to Kadena Air Base. Contact the Education & Training Center at 634-1500 for more information. The briefing will be held in room 107 of building 59. Commissioning Briefing Wednesday • 16 October • 11:30 am Transitioning from enlisted to officer can be difficult, let the Education & Training Center staff clarify the process! This briefing is open to active-duty Air Force members attached to Kadena Air Base. To register, e-mail kadenaeducationoffice@us.af.mil.
Walk-in Counseling Hours Wednesdays • 8 am - 11 am Need some education counseling on the fly? Come see us on Wednesdays for some quick advice to get you started on the next stage of your education journey. During this time, counselors will be available for brief sessions lasting 10 to 15 minutes to help you get back on track.
Heads Up!
SharePoint Updated The FSDE SharePoint at kadena.eis.pacaf.af.mil has been updated to reflect the change to 718 FSS. Please ensure you have updated your links accordingly to maintain access.
Education & Training Center • 634-1500 | Located on the third floor of building 59
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Saturday • 26 October • 11 am - 2 pm at the Kadena Marina Let the dogs hit the beach! Enjoy the one event of the year where your pups can take over and play at the Kadena Marina. Stop by our retail and grooming table or participate in contests for a chance to win prizes.
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Arts & Crafts Center Bandana Creation In the DIY room Utilize the DIY Room to make your pet some bandanas to sport around the island! Check out the Craft Store for all of your bandana making needs. Pet ID Tag In the Graphics Shop New to the Island? Make sure to update your pet’s ID tag with your new contact information here at the Graphics Shop with our wide selection of pet ID tags. Pet Challenge Coins In the Graphics Shop Pets are such an important part of our lives. Why not give them their very own Challenge Coin? After all, they’re amazing and deal with this whole “military dog life” incredibly well! Stop by the Graphics Shop this month to purchase one of our Fur Child Challenge Coins – the purrfect bling to hang on their collar. Limited edition! Only while supplies last. Pet Halloween Facebook Costume Contest We know your pet is the best. Now, make him or her the best dressed! Visit the Craft Store for all of your DIY costume needs! We have plenty of fabric, ribbon, felt, buttons, vinyl, markers, yarn, hot glue, and so much more to make your pet a contender! Then, on 21 October, share a photo of your pet on our Pet Halloween Costume post. Find our post on Facebook @KadenaArtsandCrafts. Participants must use at least one item purchased from the Arts and Crafts Center’s Craft Shop to qualify for the costume contest. Participants will be entered to a win a $25 FSS Gift Card! Custom Food Bowl Station In the Wood Shop 9 - 30 October • 5 pm - 7:30 pm $55 • Per person Create your own pet “chow hall” in the Basic Wood Shop Class! Take it over to the Graphics Shop to have it personalized to create a one-of-a-kind food and water bowl station for your favorite furry friend! Materials are provided for an additional fee. Puppypalooza Saturday • 26 October •11 am - 2 pm At the Kadena Marina Join the Arts and Crafts Center at the Karing Kennel’s Puppypalooza. Stop by our booth at the event to participate in several pet friendly crafts! We’ll have pet-friendly paints available for participants to make canvas and tile art as well as clay for a ceramic paw print bisque. Follow us @KadenaArtsandCrafts for more information!
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Auto Hobby
Thursday • 10 October FREE wiper blades for the first 10 customers! Limited to stock on hand; inapplicable to special orders.
Emery Lanes
Mondays FREE Game of bowling
Outdoor Recreation FREE 2-day Toddler Bouncer rental for the first 3 to sign up
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Karing Kennels
Wednesdays • Noon - 2 pm FREE Nail Trimming
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American Game Show
7 pm - 9 pm Exclusive to Okuma hotel guests and camping guests. Enjoy games like Greedy or Not Greedy, Fear Factor, Fearless One, and My Price is Right.
SATURDAY • 2 NOVEMBER
Call now to reserve a room to enjoy this seasonal favorite! Join Okuma for a spooky and fun-filled weekend complete with a costume party, hayride, and haunted house!. Enter if you dare…
Okuma Beach • 631-1990 | Surfside Grill & Bar • 631-1805 | Reservations • 631-1991 Located 51 miles north of Kadena Air Base 18 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Fall in Love with Fall
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Okuma Beach 631-1991 | Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58 Sweet Cabana Deal 1 October 2019 - 31 March 2020 Your stay gets even sweeter when you save 20% off a two-night stay that includes breakfast for two people in any Suite, Suite Plus, Studio, Studio Premier, or Log Cabin. Sunday through Thursdays only, holidays are not included. Other restrictions may apply. Group Reservations 1 October 2019 - 31 March 2020 Okuma group reservations offers lodging discounts to groups of five or more Sunday through Thursday. This is a great time to schedule annual meetings, family reunions, weddings, retreats, functions, and more. For more details, please contact the group reservations office at 631-1806, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.
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International Thanksgiving Buffet Surfside Grill & Bar Thursday • 28 November • 1 pm - 8:30 pm Adults • $24.95 Ages 4 - 12 • $12.95 Ages 3 & under • Free The holidays are just around the corner. Change things up a bit this year and indulge in dishes from around the world along with classic Thanksgiving favorites. Let Okuma be the one to cook a delicious, mouth-watering meal for you and your family. Okuma Fishing $6 • Fishing gear | $2 • Bait Come relax and cast off of Okuma shores! There are so many fish waiting to grab your lure! Available at Outdoor Recreation Rental, building 121. For more information call 631-1816.
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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
Plan your holiday getaways with us! COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND 12 - 14 OCTOBER
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND 29 NOVEMBER - 1 DECEMBER
NEW YEAR’S COUNTDOWN 30 DECEMBER - 1 JANUARY 2020 Please contact Kadena ITT for more details.
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Written by Elizabeth Bryan Festival season is my favorite time of year in Japan. The atmosphere reminds me of some of my fondest childhood memories of enjoying the county fair with my family. The food and entertainment may be a bit different, but the environment of community and fun is exactly the same! I encourage everyone to take the opportunity to experience multiple festivals during their time here. Each one has something unique to enjoy! The Naha Tug of War is probably the most well-known of the festivals on Okinawa. It even holds a world record for the largest tug of war rope! Believe me, the scale of it really is impressive. During my first year on island, we went early to get close to the main rope, and it was taller than me! The competitive spirit, colorful cultural costumes, and community of the event captivated me. Before I knew it, I was pulling with all my might so that my side (the east) would win. After the tug of war is done, the festival kicks off with parades of eisa and karate performers. My family really got to explore the Naha area for the first time at the Naha Tug of War. We purchased many different souvenirs and ate delicious food. It is one of my first memories of our time here, and I really can’t recommend it enough. The Shi Shi Mai Festival is also one for your Okinawa photo albums. The vibrant costumes are a truly stunning backdrop to an entrancing afternoon. Many believe that Shisa protect against evil spirits and bring good fortune. The festival is filled with performances from different areas of Okinawa, each area has unique dance styles and costumes. If you haven’t seen a lion dance yet, this is the place to do it! The Shisas are full of personality when they perform and often interact with the audience. The dancers who accompany them are also a delight to watch, with acrobatic and 22 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
rhythmic movement that will have you bobbing your head along to the traditional music. The Tedako Festival is probably the festival I love the best, and one that I make a point to always attend. The environment is reminiscent of county fairs you find in the states. You can walk around and grab food from various vendors, watch performances by taiko drummers, and enjoy live music. The more casual “walk around” atmosphere of the event is what makes me feel right at home. The best part is the fireworks display that ends the day. I am huge fan of fireworks, and there is something particularly enjoyable about watching them on cool fall nights when Okinawa’s weather is at its best. I hadn’t heard about the Yomitan Festival until last year, and I was too late to enjoy it. Photographs from my friends made me put it on my list for this year, and I am excited to attend. The performance of classical Ryukyuan music by 300 local musicians is something I am eager to watch. I am a huge fan of the Sanshin. This musical instrument has such a unique sound filled with a strong, echoing vibration that I have only experienced in Okinawa. The true showstopper of the festival is the landlocked boat after it is lit in the evening. The photographs alone were stunning, and I cannot wait to see it in person. Schedule a trip with Kadena ITT and let them handle the stress of travel and parking so you can enjoy the festival to the fullest. Kadena ITT offers tours to multiple festivals throughout the year so make sure to take advantage of them. Make some forever memories of your time on Okinawa.
Naha Tug of War Sunday • 13 October $20 • Ages 13 & over $12 • Age 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under Come and be one of the tens of thousands of people that participate and take home a piece of the rope to symbolize good luck for the rest of the year. Shi Shi Mai Festival Sunday • 13 October $20 • Ages 13 & over $12 • Ages 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under Enjoy the brightly colored costumes brought from all over the country and traditional dance performances. Tedako Festival Saturday • 19 October $20 • Ages 13 & over $12 • Ages 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under This festival is equivalent to a US county fair where you can enjoy the live entertainment, snack booths, and much more! Yomitan Festival Sunday • 27 October $20 • Ages 13 & over $12 • Age 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under Listen to a 300 Sanshin player orchestra perform Ryukyuan classical music. There will also be traditional dance performances, plays, and lion dances. Kadena Information, Tickets, & Travel 966-733 | Building 455
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Auto Hobby 966-7356 | Building 1436
5 October • Closed for power outage | 31 October • Closed for maintenance and training How to JCI your own vehicle Alternating Tuesdays • 10 am Alternating Thursdays • 5 pm The class will go over the various aspects of JCI inspection, paperwork, where to go, yen vs. dollars, basic exterior visual inspection, common failures of inspection, and more.
Let us handle it! If you don’t want to do this process yourself there are multiple shops that can help you with the process on and off base, like Kadena Auto Hobby Shop! We can do your JCI for you! Give us a call at 966-7356 or message us on Facebook @KadenaAutoHobby to book your appointment.
JCI FAQ What is JCI? JCI, or Japanese Compulsory Insurance, is a government regulated and mandated safety inspection that must be done every two years for cars and motorcycles in Japan. Why is it important to start your JCI renewal process 30 days in advance? You can complete your car’s JCI 30 calendar days in advance and still retain the original expiration day. If repairs are needed, you have time to complete them. Don’t rush! Waiting to the last minute means you can’t look for less expensive avenues. What do JCI inspectors look for? Inspectors look for leaks, missing parts, worn/cracked rubber parts, abnormal noises, wear and tear, emissions, all external lighting, dashboard warning lights, and unauthorized modifications. Where do I find when my JCI is due? On the bottom left corner of your base registration, you will find the expiration date in English. Why is JCI so expensive? Before drivers can have the inspection done, they must pay the Japanese Compulsory Insurance that is a set fee of ¥12,890. Weight tax varies and ranges between ¥15,600 and ¥17,000. Yellow plates have different prices. The inspection portion fee is $25. If you complete your JCI at a garage, there is an average garage fee of $140. Car age, condition, and maintenance are factors in how many repairs are needed. What happens if my JCI expires because I missed it? You cannot drive the car without suffering a series of penalties. Tow the car to a garage to do the inspection. Driving with an out-of-date JCI can result in driving privileges being suspended. • Expired 5 days or less gives 3 pts to license. • Expired 5 days to 30 days gives 3 pts to license and vehicle impoundment. • Expired 30 days to 6 months gives 6 pts to license and vehicle impoundment. • Expired 6 months or more means a 6 month revocation of license and vehicle impoundment.
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DISC GOLF CLINIC Come Fly with Us
Disc Golf Intro and Tournament-Style Event Saturday • 2 November • 10 am - 1 pm Advanced Players Friday • 1 November • 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343 | Building 614
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Nagannu Island Overnight Trip 13 - 14 October Departs • 7:30 am | Returns • 1 pm $135 • Ages 3 - 11 | $150 • Ages 12 & over This is the perfect location to unwind for the weekend. Nagannu Island belongs to the Kerama National Park and is, of course, absolutely gorgeous. The price includes a Japanese BBQ dinner, breakfast, accommodation, and all transportation. If you have questions, feel free to contact us.
Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling at Sesoko Island Saturday • 26 October • 8 am - 3 pm $60 • Per person Ages 12 & over Kayak from Motobu port to a secret beach on Sesoko Island. Once there, we will snorkel through the stunning coral-filled water. The price includes kayaks, snorkeling gear, and a guide. Please be sure to bring water, yen for snacks and purchases, and a change of clothes.
Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling at Maeda Saturday • 19 October • 6:45 am - noon $70 • Per person Ages 12 & over Kayak from a private beach to Blue Cave. Once there, we will drop anchor and snorkel through beautiful blue waters. The price includes a kayak, snorkeling gear, a guide, and an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet. Please be sure to bring water and a change of clothes.
Hiking Mt. Katsuu Friday • 1 November • 9 am - 1 pm $25 • Per person Ages 12 & over Mt. Katsuu is a quick but challenging hike with spectacular views of the island at the summit. Please be sure to bring hiking shoes, a change of clothes, bottled water, and yen for purchases.
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Snorkel with Whale Sharks Saturday • 2 November • 8 am - 11 am $99 • Per person Ages 12 & over Snorkel above these gentle giants for a chance to get up close and personal with one of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean. Price includes a guide, gear, transportation, and entry fee. Please be sure to bring a change of clothes.
Coming soon... Ski Trips in Mainland Japan
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17 - 21 January | 13 - 17 February 2020 Ages 3 & over There is SNOW possible way you should miss out on hitting the slopes while living in Japan. We will travel to Mainland Japan for skiing and snowboarding! Our January trip is to Hokkaido and the February trip is to Nagano. Contact us for more information.
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966-7345
Located one mile north of Kadena Gate 1
“Dive” into New Adventures with Kadena Marina Discover Scuba Dive $79.50 • Per person | Dates and times vary Explore the underwater world of Okinawa with an introductory scuba dive. Experience marine life the way it is meant to be seen and make new memories! Students must be at least ten years old at the time of the dive. The dive does NOT certify anyone to dive without an instructor in the water with them. Kadena Marina will provide all life support items: buoyancy control device, regulator, tank, and weights. Students must either have or rent: felt bottom booties, mask, snorkel, fins, and wet suit. Advance sign up is required and dives are only available when there are available instructors. Limited to two students per instructor, per dive. The experience will take two to four hours, depending on the location of the dive. There will be a short mandatory class prior to the dive. The actual dive will be 20 to 45 minutes long, depending on the students. Visit kadenafss.com/marina to view our rental prices! PADI Open Water Course $285 • Per person Explore the ocean with confidence by getting Open Water certified! This is an entry-level class; no previous experience is required. You must pass a swim and water treading test to complete the course. We have a variety of PADI certified classes to meet your scheduling needs. Give us a call for more information. Night Diving $35 • Per person Dates and times vary See nocturnal creatures come to life as the sun goes down during this one-tank dive. Night dive certifications are not required when a Kadena Marina instructor is present. For more information please reach out the Kadena Marina on Facebook @KadenaFSSMarina or call 036-868-2228.
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Private Diving/Snorkeling Charters $850 • Weekdays $995 • Weekends & Holidays Available upon request Experience the beauty of Okinawa’s oceans with a group of friends during a private charter. This is a day trip leaving at 8 am and returning between 1 pm and 3:30 pm; departure time can be adjusted. One person must make the full payment in advance to reserve the date and time. All children ages 4 - 12 must have a U.S. Coast Guard approved life vest provided on at all times 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.
Triathlon Saturday • 26 October • Noon Build your four-person team and play darts, pool, and bowling for a chance at cash prizes. All participants and guests enjoy a lunch buffet before the competition starts. Begin by bowling at Emery Lanes, then head to Skoshi Rocker for pool and darts! Registration is open now and limited to the first 16 teams, open to ages 20 and over. Please drink responsibly. 9-Pin No Tap League Thursdays • 6:30 pm Season begins Thursday, 24 October at 6:30 pm A different way to play the game! Nine pins equal a strike in this league. Come out and throw some high scores and earn cash prizes along the way. Each of the four-person teams win money at the end of the league.
Cosmic BOO-ling Saturday • 26 October • 10 am Dress up in your best Halloween costume and BOO-wl with your friends! Each child receives one game of bowling, shoes, a drink, a donut, and a goody bag. There will be prizes awarded for best costume. Parents, don’t be afraid to join in! Pin Decorating Contest Saturday • 26 October • 10 am Pick up a pin at Emery Lanes starting 1 October! Decorate your pin with a spook-tastic Halloween theme and bring it back to Emery Lanes by 25 October. Judges will award prizes to three winners from each of the two categories. Ages 11 and under and ages 12 and over. Come to Cosmic Boo-ling to see the competition! Win a Trip to the Gold Coast of Australia Mondays • 10 am - 10 pm Tuesdays • 10 am - 4 pm Bowl during regular open play for a chance to win an all-inclusive trip to the Gold Coast of Australia. If the head pin is colored and you bowl a strike or get the ‘lucky number’ of the week, you will be entered into a drawing. The drawing will take place during the “Big Game Party” and you must be present to win.
Emery Lanes • 966-7303 | Building 113 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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RISNER FITNESS COMPLEX Risner Fitness Center • 634-5128 | Building 109
Breast Cancer Awareness Three-on-Three Basketball Tournament Saturday • 12 October • 10 am $15 • Per team Register by Friday, 4 October Play for a purpose! Compete on coed teams of three to five players in a single-elimination tournament. The top two teams will win T-shirts, sign up today at the front desk. Fit Camp Mondays - Fridays 6 Week • 18 Classes | 8 Week • 24 Classes Ages 18 & over Experience workouts designed to increase your strength and endurance through weight training, running, HIIT, plyometrics, and more. Fitness assessments and body composition testing are done at the beginning and end of the camp to gauge your progress. Have your food journal reviewed at the end of each week to keep you accountable. Visit the Risner front desk for more details. Risner Incentive Program Be rewarded for your hard work! Participate in programs like cycling, strength, running, and our group exercise club. Sign in each day that you complete a milestone and receive a prize when you are done. Family Fitness Room Don’t stress about finding a babysitter. Come in anytime of the day with your little ones and get your workout in while enjoying our Family Fitness Room. We have limited strength and cardio equipment available, and you are welcome to bring toys and items for your children.
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Fall Smoothies Apple Cinnamon Get a whole apple pie in one sip with a blend of apple, cinnamon, and whipped cream. Caramel Cappuccino Gooey caramel mixed into a refreshing coffee shake is all you need to perk up after a workout. Pumpkin Mix Pumpkin is the king of fall flavors, come enjoy!
Mizuno™ Shoe Fitting Saturday • 19 October • 9 am - noon & 1 pm - 5 pm Inside the Risner racquetball court Registration begins Tuesday, 1 October Have a Mizuno™ shoe consultant assess your feet to determine their arch height, flexibility, and pressure distribution and find the proper shoe for you! Massages Stop by and schedule your massage today! We offer a variety of massages including pre-natal, deep tissue, Thai, and more! $30 • 30 minutes $45 • 60 minutes $60 • 75 minutes $75 • 90 minutes $90 • 120 minutes Halloween Costume 5K Saturday • 26 October • 5 pm Run, walk, or shuffle like a zombie! Wear your favorite costume and compete to win prizes with the whole family, including your dog! Refreshments and candy will be provided. The top two best costumes will receive a prize. No registration is needed.
Risner Sports Pro Shop 966-7431 | Building 123 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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13 - 19 OCTOBER The Force Support Squadrons’ goal is to make life better for the people stationed on Okinawa. That’s what we try to do every single day and Domo Days is our way of saying domo arigato gozaimasu for choosing our facilities. To show our appreciation of your support, there will be discounts, specials, and freebies in your favorite FSS facilities from 13 to 19 October. We’ve got all the deals right here so you can plan your week. Be on the lookout for our Prize Patrols with drawings and random giveaways at certain facilities.
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Week Long Offers & Giveaways Aero Club
Kadena Marina
• 20% discount on aircraft rental for Club members the entire week
• Receive 25% off scuba rental fees
Karing Kennels • Pet adoption fee waived Thursday - Sunday
Arts & Crafts • Visit the Craft Store and receive a take home craft kid kit, while supplies last • Check out the Frame Shop and receive a 5” x 7” frame kit, while supplies last
• Receive 25% off your rental fees
• All customers having their vehicle serviced will have vehicle fluids under the hood topped off and tire pressure set to specs. • Every 4th customer will receive a FREE tire rotation Monday through Friday.
Risner Fitness Center • One FREE 30 minute massage giveaway per day
Risner Sports Pro Shop • Receive up to 30% off selected merchandise
Banyan Tree Golf Course • Spend $100 on Pro Shop Merchandise and be entered to win the Golf Grand Prize (golf bag, golf balls, glove, hat, and shoes)
Chippers • Every 6th pizza is FREE
Schilling Community Center • First ten paper prints are FREE • Kadena Music Festival meet and greet pass giveaway
Youth Center
FSS Food Trucks • We will select one lucky Facebook fan each day to receive a FREE entrée and soda. • We will select one in person customer every 20 minutes to receive a FREE entrée and soda at each food truck.
• 50% off framed maps • 20% off October tours
• 10% off all beach mart Okuma merchandise
Outdoor Recreation
Auto Hobby
Information, Tickets, and Travel
Okuma Beach
• Every 5th customer will receive one FREE class session during the month of November, between Monday and Friday • Every 8th customer will receive FREE class fees for one class during the month of November, between Monday and Friday • FREE Rec Membership sign-ups Monday - Friday
Grand Prizes • $3.5K DIY trip through ITT with $1000 spending money • $1.5K DIY trip through ITT with $500 spending money • One meal a day for a year at any 18 FSS food operation
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SUNDAY • 13 OCT Auto Hobby • FREE stall time all day
Café Latte • Get two pizzas for the price of one from 2 pm to close
Chibana and Banyan Tree Golf Course • 20% off all in-stock merchandise
Emery Lanes • FREE shoe rentals for all bowlers all day
Officers’ Club • Stop by the Champagne Brunch and you could be selected to receive your meal for FREE, customer selected every 20 minutes
Okuma Beach • FREE mini golf and free jet ski rentals (first come, first served)
Rocker Enlisted Club • Visit the Breakfast Buffet and you could be selected to receive your meal for FREE, customer selected every 20 minutes
Skoshi Rocker • With the purchase of a paper pack or machine, receive one paper pack for FREE at Sunday evening’s bingo session. (Limit one per customer)
WEDNESDAY • 16 OCT
THURSDAY • 17 OCT
Auto Hobby
Arts & Crafts
• Every 5th customer will get 20% off their total purchase
• FREE shop time all day in the Ceramics Shop
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
Banyan Tree Golf Course
• Buy one pizza and receive a second of equal or lesser value • Twilight green fee rate all day with a cart rental for FREE from 5 pm to close
Hanabi’s • FREE admission for salsa dance lessons and FREE chips and salsa • 50% off Hanabi’s meals from 5 pm to 9 pm
Karing Kennels • “Fish” for up to 20% off your retail purchase
Okuma Beach • Receive 25% off your stand up paddleboard rental (while supplies last)
Skoshi Rocker • 50% off your lunch meal from 11 am to 1 pm
Strikers café inside Emery Lanes • FREE combo upgrade from 11 am to 1 pm and 5 pm to close
Café Latte
• Purchase a coffee and receive two stamps on your stamp card and a complimentary homemade cookie
Emery Lanes • Get your first game for FREE from 5 pm to close
Karing Kennels • Receive FREE walk-in nail trims between 11 am and 1 pm
Okuma Beach • Rent an umbrella and chair set and receive 20% off your rental fee (first come, first served and while supplies last) • Facebook Treasure Hunt! Win two nights in a suite, suite plus, studio, or studio premier. (Non-transferrable. Valid until 31 Mar 2020. Cannot be used holiday weekends, or during any special event. Cannot be used in combination with another discount)
Outdoor Recreation • Receive a 15% discount on in-stock paintball merchandise
Rocker Enlisted Club • Complimentary appetizer in Kazoku Place for your evening meal with your purchased entrée from 4 pm to 9 pm
Seaside • Enjoy two regular priced entrées and receive a FREE appetizer and dessert
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MONDAY • 14 OCT
TUESDAY • 15 OCT
Arts & Crafts
Arts & Crafts
• 50% off classes
• FREE shop time all day at the Wood Shop
AirPower Café
Banyan Tree Golf Course
• Receive double stamps on Starbucks™ coffee and a FREE homemade cookie
• Twilight green fee rate all day with a cart rental
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
• Purchase a coffee and receive two stamps on your stamp card and a complimentary homemade cookie
• Buy one pizza and receive a second for FREE from 5 pm to close (must be of equal or lesser value.)
Kazoku Place • Air Force Club members “fish” for up to 50% off their entire check (alcohol not included)
Okuma Beach • Enjoy FREE mini golf all day long (first come, first served) • FREE inflatable water park access all day
Risn’ Shine • 50% off all smoothies and shakes
Strikers café inside Emery Lanes • FREE combo upgrade from 11 am to 1 pm and 5 pm to close
Daily Grind Emery Lanes • Our FootBowl League participants will enjoy a FREE appetizer buffet
Karing Kennels • Receive FREE walk-in nail trims between 11 am and 1 pm
Okuma Beach • Rent a single or double kayak and receive 25% off your rental fee (first come, first served while supplies last)
Outdoor Recreation • Get a 15% discount on in-stock disc golf merchandise
Tee House Restaurant • Receive a FREE combo upgrade for your meal
FRIDAY • 18 OCT
SATURDAY • 19 OCT
Arts & Crafts
Arts & Crafts
• Graphics shop Facebook giveaway! Like an Arts & Crafts post of the day for a chance to win 32 oz. customized insulated steel cup.
• Buy One, Get One promo on vinyl; buy one vinyl and get the second vinyl of equal or lesser value FREE
Banyan Tree Golf Course
Banyan Tree Golf Course
• All Day, FREE green fee for Club members with the purchase of a cart rental
• FREE logo hat with purchase of $40 or more in Pro Shop inventory
Officers’ Club
Chibana Golf Course
• Random Lunch Buffet attendees will be selected to receive their meal for FREE, customers will be selected every 20 minutes
• 20% off all in-stock merchandise
Okuma Beach • Take 20% off snorkel set rental fees (first come, first served while supplies last)
Risn’ Shine • 50% off all smoothies and shakes
Rocker Enlisted Club • No Cover charge for the Rocker Lounge and Hanabi’s Lounge live DJ entertainment from 10 pm to 2 am. Open only to enlisted and civilian equivalents.
Strikers café inside Emery Lanes • FREE combo meal upgrade from 11 am - 1 pm and 5 pm to close
(limit six items per household while supplies last)
Emery Lanes • Buy an hour of bowling and get your shoes for FREE (up to five pairs per lane between noon and 4 pm)
Kazoku Place • Receive FREE access to the mini dessert station with the purchase of any regularly priced entrée
Okuma Beach • FREE 9-hole round of golf (first come, first served while supplies last)
Skoshi Rocker • Receive two stamps on your bingo rewards card and a complimentary ice cream bar when you purchase a paper or machine pack at our $750 Night Bingo game
Tee House Restaurant • Receive $2 off any $5 or more purchase from the food and beverage cart all day long
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RECREATION
October Best Ball
Saturday • 5 October | Shotgun start • 7 am Register at the Banyan Tree Pro Shop by Wednesday, 2 October $45 • AGF Members | $70 • Non AGF members $10 late fee for signing up after 2 October The format will be 2-Person Best Ball. This is a handicapped event and golfers must have a valid GHIN handicap to be eligible for Net prizes. Green fee and cart fee included, sign up at the Banyan Tree Pro Shop.
Halloween Night Golf
Saturday • 26 October At Chibana Golf Course Check in • 5 pm | Shotgun start • 6 pm Register by Wednesday, 23 October $15 • AGF members | $20 •Non AGF members $5 late fee for signing up after 23 October Halloween Night Golf is a 4-Person Scramble format. Check in will start at 5 pm and is accompanied by pizza and drinks. There will be prizes for best costumes, closest to pin, and best 9-hole scores.
Remaining Tournament Schedule: 23 November • Thanksgiving Tournament 14 December • Kadena Cup Finale Late December • Kadena Cup Banquet
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Time to start this fitness journey... FITNESS whole pizza in my mouth! Stop by Chippers Snack Bar to try one of our various brick oven pizza! Chippers • 036-868-2368 | Located inside Chibana Golf Course 36 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
FOOD
Kazoku Place Open to all ranks and services | 966-7380 | Inside the Rocker Enlisted Club
Tuesday Members Only Specials Tuesdays • 4 pm - 9 pm Enjoy two entrées for one price! Comes with a choice of house salad or cup of soup, two sides, and fresh bread. • Chicken Fried Steak • Cheese Tortellini • Parmesan Crusted Fish • Teriyaki Chicken • Ribeye
Retiree Club Member Appreciation Friday • 25 October • 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 Club card to receive discount. Maintenance Day Kazoku Place will be closed for breakfast and lunch on Monday, 7 October due to maintenance and will reopen at 4 pm.
Boss’s Day Lunch Special Wednesday • 16 October • 11 am - 1 pm Treat your boss to lunch with our Boss’s Day specials: Sliced London broil or open-faced chunky chicken salad on zucchini bread
Check out our kid’s Halloween meal special on page 51!
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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 mini-pancakes, scrambled eggs, and country potatoes. Sunday Breakfast Sundays • 8 am - 2 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3.95 • Ages 3 - 4 Free • Ages 2 & under Enjoy our all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet!
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FOOD
Emery Lanes Mac and Cheese Burger You’ll be cheesin’ with every bite! This month’s burger is topped with a heaping pile of mac and cheese and crunchy bacon, served on a pretzel bun.
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill BBQ Chicken pizza BBQ Chicken and gooey cheese pizza are a match made in heaven. Hurry in and try it yourself during the month of October.
Tee House Pumpkin Soup Enjoy our delicious fall favorite soup, made with local kabocha squash (pumpkin), heavy cream, and sautéed onions.
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Skoshi Rocker Beef Stroganoff Stop by Skoshi Rocker and enjoy their spin on a classic favorite. Beef stroganoff is the perfect hearty fall dish! Seaside Mussels Who doesn’t love mussels? Enjoy the taste of fall with a savory tomato pasta tossed with mussels & clams. Only $13.95 for the month of October!
Café Latte Bacon Omelet Sandwich There’s no better way to start off your day than with a giant ciabatta sandwich piled high with bacon, a fluffy omelet, and feta cheese.
Café Latte Teriyaki burger A monstrous cheeseburger combined with the sweet tang of teriyaki. You don’t want to miss this explosion of flavor.
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AirPower Café Yakisoba Enjoy this Japanese stir fry dish with your choice of beef, chicken, or mix. Served with stir fry vegetables seasoned with yakisoba sauce.
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FOOD
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Chili’s Grill & Bar 966-7360 • 036-868-2209 | Building 105
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ekend off right!
DELIVERY FROM
4 PM - 10 PM
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Kadenafss.com/delivery 966-7366 | 036-868-2210
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FIRST STOP FOR SERVICE
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Welcome to FSS, what can we do for you? Kadena Air Base is the first military installation I have ever lived on. No one in my immediate family had ever served in the military, and my husband is a first-generation military member. So, when we first moved here, I had a ton of questions. Some were kind of standard for moving to a new area: what to do for fun, where to eat, and who can I hang out with? Other questions were specific to packing up your life and moving halfway across the globe: where do I work, how do I ship packages, and how quickly do I need to learn Japanese? I have lived on Okinawa for 5 years now and, if you allow me to humble brag a bit, I know my way around #okilife quite well. I definitely still remember the confusion I felt my first few months out here. To be perfectly frank, I didn’t really understand the base until I started my first job with the 18th Force Support Squadron (FSS). One of the first things I did when we moved here was search the web for jobs, which lead me to nafjobs.org and my first job underneath the FSS umbrella. Getting connected at work taught me so much about life on Kadena, and now I get to pass that information on to you! FSS is a keystone to a morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) operations, as well as support services and activities. Whether you want to start learning Japanese (check out A&FRC and the Schilling Community Center for classes or the Kadena Library if you prefer self-paced learning), grab a bite to eat, have some fun, or want to pick up your care package and mail something home, FSS is there to help. With that large of an umbrella it can be a bit confusing to determine what exactly falls under FSS. Most of the FSS facilities you interact with as a customer can be found listed in the
directory on pages 63 and 64. Some examples are: the Rocker Enlisted Club, Officers’ Club, Okuma Beach, Chili’s, Risner Fitness Center, the Post Office, the Education & Training Center, and Kadena Marina. From this list alone you can see the diverse services FSS offers. The breadth of FSS is one of the reasons “Venture” magazine came to be. “Venture” is your handy guide to the wonderful programs and events provided by FSS. Now that you have an idea of what FSS is, I think it is helpful to understand what FSS is not. One thing I have heard a lot is people thinking FSS controls the Exchange or Commissary, which isn’t true. FSS doesn’t control any of the stores inside the Exchange or Express areas either, like Subway, Pizza Hut, and Popeyes! The only chain restaurant under FSS are the Chili’s locations. One of my favorite activities in my time working with FSS is jetskiing. To me, nothing beats zipping around beautiful blue ocean at Kadena Marina or Okuma Beach. While I am generally a pretty nervous person when it comes to speed, I feel comfortable on the water knowing that my landing won’t be on the pavement! If you are interested in almost any marine sport, FSS has the resources to get you started. Your time on Okinawa is limited and the ocean is beautiful, be sure to make the most of the opportunities while you are here! My favorite restaurant out here is also run by FSS, Café Latte! If you are a fan of comfort food, it absolutely doesn’t get better than their fourcheese bacon grilled cheese and tomato soup. In addition to great menu options, you can get your coffee fix from Daily Grind or a cool treat
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from our ice cream truck, Oki Scoops! Make sure you stay on the look out for the many limited time offers every month in our restaurants. Out of all the great things FSS makes happen, my favorites are the events. Eggsplosion, Kadena Music Festival, and Tinsel Town are what makes this base feel like a community and home to me. I love being able to go attend and see my neighbors and friends laughing and having fun. Meeting new people and making connections is key to resiliency on this tiny island we call home. Seeing live music is pretty great too! Truly, I think that the idea of supporting the community is where FSS really shines. Much of what makes Kadena feel like home to me is because of the efforts of over 2,000 FSS employees across base. In July FSS divided into two sister squadrons, the 18th Force Support Squadron and the 718th Force Support Squadron. This division happened to make sure all the different FSS responsibilities could be handled with greater efficiency and organization. A quick look at all of the activities listed in the back of the magazine can give you an idea of just how much work is done by FSS every day and why this change was necessary. Just remember, that while our names might have changed a bit, our commitment to serving and supporting Kadena hasn’t! You will still be calling the same phone numbers, e-mailing the same people, and going to the same buildings as always. Also, Domo Days is happening October 13 - 19 and it is our way of thanking you for your patronage. Check out pages 32 - 35 for details on all of the extra special things we have going on! To stay up to date with everything FSS make sure to follow us on Facebook @KadenaFSS or visit our website www.kadenafss.com!
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NIGHTLIFE
Soap Opera Bingo Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays • Noon Night Bingo Nightly except Wednesdays • 7 pm
Monday • 14 October
Doors open • 2 pm | Game starts • 6 pm All book games payout $1,199. Last special game is a guaranteed $3,000 payout.
$750 Night Bingo
Mondays & Saturdays • 7 pm
Bingo Appreciation
Sunday • 27 October • 7 pm
Cricket & Doubles Dart Tournament: Luck of the Draw Saturdays • 9 pm | Register • 8:30 pm Free • Club members | $10 • Nonmembers Win up to $200 in FSS gift cards, depending on participation. Minimum of three teams. Texas Hold‘Em Sundays Register • 4:30 pm | Games begin • 5 pm Free • Club members | $10 • Nonmembers Play a hand while you enjoy light hors d’oeuvres. If you’re a top four finisher, then you receive a FSS gift card.
Don’t miss our limited time food offer on page 38. Skoshi Rocker • 966-7255 | Building 103 | Only ages 18 and over allowed in Skoshi Rocker. FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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FUN First Friday Social Hour Weekender Lounge Friday • 4 October • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Free •Club Members | $20 • Nonmembers A fun night with drink specials and Club members will have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot, as well as amazing door prizes. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Officers’ Club Membership Night Wednesday • 9 October • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members Club members enjoy a German buffet membership night with food, games, and amazing prizes! Must be present to win. Open to Officers’ Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
FOOD 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 Add crab legs: $6 • Half pound | $10 • Full pound Enjoy some of our most popular items, including peel-and-eat shrimp, carved beef, salads, an array of breakfast and lunch items, assorted desserts, and so much more! Weekly Lunch Fare Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 Free • 4 & under Monday • Healthy Tuesday • Asian Pacific Wednesday • Patio Steak Day ($1 Member discount) Thursday • All-American BBQ Friday • Mexican
NIGHTLIFE
Weekly Friday Social Hour Weekend Lounge Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmembers Come out to socialize with friends and coworkers! 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 Weekender Lounge Fridays • 7 pm | First Friday • 7:30 pm Free • Members | $5 • Nonmembers PubStumpers is a whirlwind of trivia that stimulates the mind and challenges players’ knowledge on a vast array of topics. What better way to spend time with friends than at the Weekender Lounge with great food, thirst-quenching drinks, and top-notch entertainment. This is an epic competition with 12 weeks of fun, so grab a team of up to five people and join in to win cash and prizes! Football Frenzy 2019 Café Latte Tuesdays • 11 am Join us every Tuesday during “Monday Night Football” live broadcasts throughout the 2019 NFL™ season. Air Force Club members will have a chance to win a jersey from each of the teams playing that week. Salsa Dance Lessons Weekender Lounge Wednesdays • 7 pm Free • Members | $5 • Nonmembers Missing some spice to life? Join us for a night of salsa dancing! Perfect for couples dying to ‘cut a rug’ and flaunt off new dance moves with their partners - or if you’re just a free spirit with a passion for Latin dancing. We welcome all ranks and services ages 18 and older to come and enjoy. Karaoke Weekender Lounge Saturdays • 7 pm - close Bring your friends and be ready to preform your favorite songs. We have a wide variety of song options to choose from, so you can jam out to your favorite tune. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Officers’ Club Barber Shop Monday - Saturday • 9 am - 5 pm Get a great hair cut at a terrific price, only $7! All ranks are welcome. Maintenance Day Tuesday • 15 October The Officers’ Club buffet will be closed, and Café Latte will open at 4 pm.
See our Halloween Events on page 51 and find out about the Club Member Golf Tournament on page 52!
Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409 | Building 313
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NIGHTLIFE
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Halloween Kiddie Disco
Officers’ Club | Ballroom Wednesday • 23 October • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm $10 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6 • Ages 4 - 11 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 3 & under The most popular Kiddie Disco of the year is back and better than ever! Have your child show off their costume, enjoy delicious food, and dance to great tunes. Prizes awarded to the best costumes. This event will sell out, so get your tickets early. Tickets on sale starting 1 October and are available to all ranks and services.
Adult Halloween Party
Officers’ Club | Ballroom Saturday • 26 October • 9 pm This Halloween enjoy a night of spirits at the Kadena Officers’ Club! Costume Contest at 11 pm. Cash prizes will be awarded for best costumes in several categories. Open to all officers and civilian equivalents.
All Ranks Family Membership Night Halloween Party Rocker Enlisted Club | Shiraho Ballroom Wednesday • 30 October • 5 pm - 7 pm $5 • Adults | Free • Ages 17 & under There will be a costume contest for all ages, a dinner buffet, games, Halloween treats, prizes, and more! Open only to Club members and their children.
Little Rocker and OK Club Halloween Meal Special
Rocker Enlisted Club | Kazoku Place Kadena Officers’ Club | Café Latte Thursday • 31 October • 4 pm - 9 pm Ages 12 & under Little Rocker club members and OK Club members in costume get a free meal from the kids menu with a purchase of an adult entrée!
Halloween Spooky Dance Party
Rocker Enlisted Club Saturday • 26 October • 10 pm Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Ages 18 & over Wear your best Halloween costume and have the chance to win great prizes. Costume contest begins at midnight. Open to all enlisted and civilian equivalents. Categories: Best Male Costume Best Female Costume Best Group / Couple Costume
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KADENA CLUBS
5th Annual Membership GOLF TOURNAMENT
Monday • 11 November
Check in • 10:30 am Shotgun start • Noon $70 • Per person ($10 Member discount) Club member registration • 2 - 9 October Nonmember registration • 9 October (until filled) Registration is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm at the Rocker Enlisted Club Business Office. Payment is due at sign up. Sign up in groups of four, pairs, or as an individual. All teams will be made up of four people with no substitutions. The Clubs will fill vacancies with eligible waiting-list participants. Tournament fee includes a custom tournament hat, cart, golf fees, mulligans, a boxed lunch, beverages, and food on the golf course. Your fee also includes driving range balls prior to the tournament’s 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 144 players.
ROCKER ENLISTED CLUB • 966-7372 | KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB • 966-7409 52 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
NIGHTLIFE
Last Friday Social Hour Rocker Lounge Friday • 25 October • 5 pm - 7 pm 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 only to enlisted Club members ages 18 and over. Weekly Friday Social Hour Rocker Lounge Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm 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 only to enlisted Club members ages 18 and over. Enlisted Club Membership Night Shiraho Ballroom Wednesday • 16 October Doors open • 5:30 pm | Buffet • 5:30 pm - 7 pm Enjoy a night filled with great food, games, and amazing prizes. You must be present to win. Open to all enlisted Club members ages 18 and over.
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 civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Noche de Fuego: Latin Night Rocker Lounge Sunday • 13 October • 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. Open to all enlisted services and civilian equivalents 18 and over.
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Come cheer on 15 local amateur couples in this Latin Dance competition in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! The event is free and open to all ages, come dressed to impress.
IN
OKINAWA Shiraho Ballroom Sunday • 13 October
Doors open • 5 pm Competition starts • 6 pm
The competition consists of 3 rounds. Contestants will perform the following dances: Round 1 • Salsa Round 2 • Bachata Round 3 • Salsa & Meringue Each routine is 75 to 120 seconds in length. Dances are judged based on choreography, execution, and costume. Lifts are not permitted.
Maintenance Day Hanabi’s will be closed on Monday, 7 October until 4 pm. 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 8 October • 7 pm - close • Open Mic Night Come out and showcase your talents. DJs, bands, singers, comedians, and more are welcome! WEDNESDAY 7 pm - close • Music Videos THURSDAY 7 pm - 9 pm • Smartphone Trivia FREE • Members | $5 • Nonmembers 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 • Country & Rock/Karaoke 11 pm - close • DJ plays chart topping hits
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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 FREE • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers 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.
Football Frenzy 2019 Tuesdays • 11 am Join us every Tuesday during “Monday Night Football”live broadcasts throughout the 2019 NFL™ season. Air Force Club members will have a chance to win a jersey from each of the teams playing that week.
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FACILITY PHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION Skoshi Rocker
CLUBS & DINING Kadena Officers’ Club
Customer Service & Game Room Kadena: 966-7409 Mon - Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Café Latte Kadena: 966-7416 Mon - Thu Fri Sat Sun Family Days & Holidays Lounge Sun & Mon Tue - Thu Fri Sat Holidays Family Days Daily Lunch Buffet Mon - Fri Holidays & PACAF Family Days Sunday Champagne Brunch Barber Shop Mon - Sat Sun & Holidays
Rocker Enlisted Club Kadena: 966-7372 Customer Service Mon - Sun Kazoku Place Kadena: 966-7380 Mon - Thu Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Fri Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Sat Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Sun Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Family Days Breakfast/Lunch Dinner Hanabi’s Restaurant Sun - Thu Fri & Sat Hanabi’s Bar Sun - Thu Fri & Sat Catering Kadena: 966-7408 Mon - Fri Sat Daily Grind Mon - Fri Sat & Sun Holidays & Family Days Game Room Sun - Thu Fri Sat
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
Bldg. 313 JP: 036-868-2203 6:30 am - 11 pm 9 am - 11 pm 6:30 am - 2 am 7:30 am - 1 am 8 am - 11 pm JP: 036-868-2205 6:30 am - 10 pm 6:30 am - midnight 7:30 am - midnight 2 pm - 10 pm 7:30 am - close Closed 4 pm - 11 pm 4 pm - 2 am 4 pm - 1 am Closed 4 pm - close 11 am - 1:30 pm Closed 9:30 am - 2 pm 9 am - 5 pm Closed Bldg. 622 JP: 036-868-2207 9 am - 9 pm JP: 036-868-2227 6 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9 pm 6 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9:30 pm 7 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9:30 pm 8 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9 pm 7 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9:30 pm 11 am - 11 pm 11 am - 2:30 am 11 am - midnight 11 am - 3 am JP: 036-868-2203 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Appointments only 6 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - 9 pm 7 am - midnight 9 am - 3 am 7 am - 3 am Bldg. 435 JP: 036-868-2212 11 am - 10 pm 11 am - midnight
Kadena: 966-7426 Sun - Thu Fri - Sat Delivery Kadena: 966-7375 JP: 036-868-2274 Go to kadenafss.com to order online! Sun - Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri - Sat 4 pm - midnight
Kadena: 966-7255 Sun - Tue & Thu Wed Fri Sat
AirPower Café Kadena: 966-7405 Mon - Fri Sat, Sun, Holidays & PACAF Family Days
Chili’s Grill & Bar Kadena: 966-7360 Daily
Chili’s Delivery/ To-Go Kadena: 966-7366
Johnson Dining Facility Kadena: 634-4494 Mon - Thu Breakfast Lunch Dinner Midnight Meal Fri Breakfast Lunch Dinner No Midnight Meal PACAF Family Days & Holidays Flight Kitchen Open 24-hours, seven days a week
Marshall Dining Facility Kadena: 634-1900 Mon - Fri Breakfast Lunch Dinner Midnight Meal Sat, Sun, & Holidays Brunch Dinner Midnight Meal Weekends, Holidays, & down days Brunch Dinner Midnight Meal
Seaside Kadena: 966-7401 Mon Tue - Thu Fri Sat Sun Weekend Brunch ends at 3 pm
Tee House Restaurant Kadena: 966-7429 Breakfast Lunch & Dinner Winter hours (1 Nov - 31 Jan) Breakfast Lunch & Dinner Summer hours (1 Jun - 31 Aug) Breakfast Lunch & Dinner
RECREATION
Note: Hours are subject to change.
Bldg. 103 JP: 036-868-2318 8 am - midnight 9 am - midnight 8 am - midnight 8 am - 2 am Bldg. 3522 JP: 036-868-2208 6 am - 2 pm Closed Bldg. 105 JP: 036-868-2209 11 am - 10 pm Bldg. 337 JP: 036-868-2210 Bldg. 843 6 am - 8:30 am 11 am - 1:30 pm 4:30 pm - 7 pm 10 pm - 1 am 6 am - 8:30 am 11 am - 1:30 pm 4:30 pm - 7 pm Closed Kadena: 634-4418 Bldg. 178 5:30 am - 8 am 10:30 am - 1 pm 4 pm - 7:30 pm 10 pm - 12:30 am 6:30 am - 1 pm 4 pm - 7 pm 10 pm - 12:30 am 6:30 am - 1 pm 4 pm - 7 pm 10 pm - 12:30 am Bldg. 3629A JP: 036-868-2213 Closed 11 am - 9 pm 11 am - 10 pm 9 am - 10 pm 9 am - 9 pm Bldg. 11 JP: 036-868-2214 6 am - 10:30 am 10:30 am - 6:30 pm 6 am - 10:30 am 10:30 am - 5:30 pm 6 am - 10:30 am 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Aero Club & Flight Training Center Bldg. 455 Flying operations open 24 hours daily. JP: 080-6493-6299 Mon - Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun & Holidays Closed
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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 & Tue Wed - Thu Fri - Sun Wooden Solutions Kadena: 966-7349 Mon Tue & Thu Wed Fri - Sun
Auto Hobby Center Facility Closed on Holidays 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
Emery Lanes Bowling Center
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 - 7 pm 9 am - 7 pm Sunrise - dusk Noon - dusk 6 am - 6 pm 8 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm 6 am - 7:30 pm Closed Bldg. 55061 JP: 036-868-2224 6 am - 6 pm 6 am - 6:30 pm 9 am - 6:30 pm 6 am - 6:30 pm JP: 036-868-2368 7 am - 8 pm 6:30 am - 8 pm
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.
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. Kadena Library
Bldg. 451
Kadena: 634-1502 Mon - Wed Thu - Sun Holidays
10 am - 8 pm 10 am - 6 pm Closed
Kadena Information, Tickets, & Travel Kadena: 966-7333 Mon - Fri Sat Sun & Holidays
Kadena Marina
Bldg. 455 JP: 036-868-2226 10 am - 5 pm 10 am - 2 pm Closed
One mile north of Kadena Gate 1
Kadena: 966-7345 JP: 036-868-2228 Dive Store & Scuba Rentals Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Wed Closed Harbor Kadena: 966-7282 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 7 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Wed Closed Beach Shack Mon, Tue, & Thu, Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 8 am - 6 pm Wednesday Closed Wibit™ Water Park Friday 4 pm - 6 pm Sat & Sun 11 am - 6 pm* Mon - Thu Closed *two hour sessions, beginning at 8:30 am, 30 minute breaks between sessions.
Okuma Beach
Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58
Reservation Desk Daily Surfside Grill & Bar Breakfast Afternoon
631-1991/1992 8 am - 5 pm 631-1805 8 am - 10 am Noon - 9 pm (last order 8:30 pm) Okuma Outdoor Recreation 631-1816 Bldg. 121 Daily 9 am - 5 pm *please note our Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental has moved from north beach to south beach
Outdoor Recreation
Schilling Community Center Kadena: 634-1387 Mon - Fri Sat Sun & Holidays PACAF Family Days Barber Shop (E Club) Mon - Sat Sun & Holidays
Mon - Fri Wakaba Kadena: 632-7420 Niko Niko Kadena: 634-5263
5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 132
Family Child Care
Bldg. 1850
Kadena: 634-0514 Mon - Fri Parent Assistance Mon - Fri Kadena: 632-7693 Mon - Fri
Open 24 hours Risn’ Shine Mon - Sat Sun Massage Therapy Daily
Bldg. 109 Kadena: 634-5128 5 am - 9 pm 9 am - 6 pm Kadena: 634-5129 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Risner Sports Pro Shop & Tennis Center Bldg. 123 Kadena: 966-7431 Mon - Sat Sun
JP: 036-868-2230 9 am - 6 pm Closed
8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 9 am Bldg. 439 9 am - 3 pm
Himawari School Age Care Kadena: 632-0202 Mon - Fri Shima No Ko School Age Care Kadena: 632-1314 Mon - Fri Teen Center Millennium Kadena: 634-3866 Recreation (School days) Mon & Wed - Thu Tue Fri Sat Recreation (No school & half days) Mon - Thu Fri Office Mon - Fri
Youth Center
Kadena: 634-1384 Office Mon - Fri
Bldg. 439 5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 4081 5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 499 2 pm - 6 pm 1 pm - 6 pm 2 pm - 11 pm 4 pm - 9 pm Noon - 6 pm Noon - 11 pm 10 am - 6 pm Bldg. 1849
NAF Human Resources Office Kadena: 634-2330 Mon - Wed & Fri Thu www.nafjobs.org
Bldg. 723 8 am - 4 pm 8 am - 1 pm
Karing Kennels Boarding Facility Kadena: 966-7339 Daily Holidays Pet Adoption Facility Kadena: 966-7338 Thu - Sun Mon - Wed & Holidays Kadena Kadena: 634-0443 Mon - Sat Sun & Holidays Kinser Kinser: 637-1267 Mon - Fri
Bldg. 4065 JP: 036-868-2235 10 am - 6 pm Closed Bldg. 54300 JP: 036-868-2234 10 am - 6 pm Closed
Bldg. 721A 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Bldg. 106 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
McDaniel Center
Bldg. 3445
Kadena: 632-7829
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.
Kadena: 634-4458 Parcel Pickup Mon - Fri Sat Finance Section Tue - Fri Sat Sun - Mon PACAF Family Days
10 am - 5 pm
7 am - 5:30 pm Closed Bldg. 706 JP: 090-6866-1517 7 am - 4 pm
Kadena: 634-4865 Mon - Fri
9:30 am - 7 pm 9 am - 5 pm Bldg. 499
Bldg. 612
Manpower & Organization
Shogun Inn
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 Kadena: 634-2228 Mon - Fri
Bldg. 59 Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500 Base Training Kadena: 634-1500 Formal Training Kadena: 632-8830 Civilian Training Kadena: 634-5940 Military Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Voluntary Education Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Hours are all the same for above offices. Mon - Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 am - noon Closed on Holidays, PACAF Family Days, & down days
2 pm - 6 pm 1 pm - 6 pm Closed Noon - 6 pm
SERVICES
Civilian Personnel Section
Education & Training
Laundry & Dry Cleaning
School Age Care
Youth Sports & Fitness
Risner Fitness Center
Bldg. 334
Child Care Referral
Fairchild Pool
Hagerstrom Pool (Closed for the season starting 10/15) Sat & Sun (open swim) 10 am - 6 pm Sat & Sun (lap swim only) 6 pm - 7 pm
9 am - 6 pm Closed
Child Development Centers
Kadena: 634-0500 Rec Room Mon, Wed - Fri Tue Sat, Sun, & Holidays No school & half days Front Desk Mon - Fri Sat
5 am - 7 pm 9 am - 1 pm
6 am - 8 pm 8 am - 7 pm Closed 10 am - 7 pm
YOUTH & TEEN
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: 634-3240 See kadenafss.com/recreation/aquatics for hours. Mon - Fri (lap swim only) Sat & Sun (lap swim only)
Bldg. 455
Bldg. 332 Kadena: 632-1010 JP: 098-962-1010 Open 24-hours a day, seven days a week
Post Office
Bldg. 160 9 am - 5:30 pm 9 am - 3 pm 9 am - 5 pm 9 am - 3 pm Closed 9 am - 3 pm
NON-FSS FACILITIES Air Force Recruiting Service DSN: 315-632-7835
Cell: 090-6868-3810
Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Kadena: 966-7593 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Wed Sat, Sun, & Holidays Last duty day of each month
Bldg. 731 JP: 036-868-2263 8 am - 4:30 pm 10 am - 4:30 pm Closed Closes at noon