OKTOBERFEST 28 SEPTEMBER
CHECK OUT THE BOWLING LEAGUES AT EMERY LANES
UNDERSTAND SPOUSE EMPLOYMENT 24 SEPTEMBER
THINK GREEN! KADENA AIR BASE • SEPTEMBER 2019
Find out how OKUMA is keeping their footprint small.
COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Director Ms. Vicki Fragomeli 718th Force Support Squadron Commander Major Jama K. Stilwell
MARKETING Marketing Director Barbara Fuller Video Producer Att Eachus
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Kadena Music Festival Arts & Crafts Center A&FRC Education Youth Sports & Fitness FCC Youth Center Teen Center Schilling Community Center Kadena Library Karing Kennels
Okuma Beach Kadena ITT
Writer/Editor Elizabeth Bryan Publicity Assitant Natalie Amara Account Executives Ellen Ice Madisyn Beschi Briana Slagle Autumn Webb Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome
RECREATION FOOD
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Risner Fitness Center Risner Sports Pro Shop Emery Lanes Auto Hobby Outdoor Recreation Kadena Marina Golf
#KadenaFSS #FindSomethingSpecial KadenaFSS.com Connect with us @KadenaFSS
Venture magazine is designed to inform and entertain the individuals who use Kadena Force Support Squadron facilities. For article source information, please contact Kadena Force Support Squadron Marketing. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Kadena Air Base, DoD, or the U.S. Air Force. For information on Venture magazine, call Kadena Force Support Squadron 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. 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 Note: Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change. KADENA AIR BASE
NIGHTLIFE Pages 47 - 53
50K Bingo Rocker Enlisted Club Hanabi’s Skoshi Rocker Oktoberfest Officers’ Club
Chippers Limited Time Offers Kazoku Place Fore Fathers Chili’s
Prize
PURSUIT
EDITOR’S
Note
Hello September! Who else is looking forward to cooler weather and all of the fun activities that you can enjoy in the fall? August brought us lots of great events, and September is no different! Check out this month’s issue for fun outings like bouldering, sea kayaking, snorkeling, or enjoy Craftchella at the Arts & Crafts Center to flex your creative muscles. If you’re itching to see a new place, book an off-island tour to Tokashiki Island to enjoy the view and maybe even swim with sea turtles! If you’re feeling lucky and want to try and win big, happening this month is $1,199 Bingo at Skoshi Rocker and $50K Bingo at the Rocker Enlisted Club! If you are a trivia whiz and think you could outsmart the competition, Hanabi’s offers weekly smartphone trivia. As the weather gets cooler, remember to get out and explore everything Okinawa has to offer while the temperature is mild! 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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The Kadena Arts and Crafts Center Presents
Craftchella At the Officers’ Club
Saturday • 21 September • 10 am - 4 pm
FREE
Shop our vendor fair and support local community artists
and businesses • Support local artists during our semi-annual Creative Vaunt Art Gallery in conjunction with Craftchella • Fall in love with a piece? Purchase it, take it home, and enjoy it forever!
DEMONSTRATION VENUE
Take part in the Arts & Crafts Center’s Demonstration Venue
Purchase tickets at the door • $6 for Adults • $4 for Children Club members receive a $1 discount
ONCE YOU’RE INSIDE Watch our team of master woodworkers show off their skills by making unique state-shaped cutouts for you and your loved ones. Take
advantage of the Frame Shop’s Frame Bar! • Have you seen the Manhole Cover Art that’s trending? Discover it for yourself at Craftchella! Try it on your own or we can do it for you from a locally-sourced Manhole Cover • Utilize Cricut™ products to create vinyl additions for your Craftchella projects (while supplies last) and learn more about what these fabulous machines can do!
SCHEDULED DEMONSTRATIONS
Painting • Photography • Kokeshi Doll Painting • Drawing Sewing • Wood Sign Making • and more from our team of instructors! Shop the Graphics Shop tent for Okinawa souvenirs and vouchers!
Paint bisques from our Ceramics Shop 11 am - 2:30 pm
ENTER TO WIN
Cricut Maker™, scroll saw, an Okinawanthemed basket valued over $200, or a rainy day kid kit valued over $250!
ENJOY
Bounce Houses • Face Painting • Food Arts & Crafts • 966-7347 | Building 435 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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A&FRC Airman & Family Readiness Center • 634-3366 | Building 220
Exceptional Family Member Program Seek Okinawa Synergy
First Wednesday of each month • Noon - 1 pm Lunchtime support group for parents of special-needs children, featuring a monthly guest speaker! Topics vary each month.
Fridays • 5 pm - 8 pm Experience a language and cultural exchange between American and Japanese local nationals. This is an open conversation group, so participants can come and go as they please during the session.
Pre-Separation Counseling Brief
Thursdays • 5 & 19 September and 3 October • 9 am - 11:30 am Register by the Monday prior to the start of the course This is a mandatory briefing for all service members planning to separate or retire from active duty. This briefing provides information about benefits and services available to support military personnel during their transition.
10 - 12 September • Noon - 1 pm Register by Monday, 9 September This 3-day course is the perfect opportunity to learn essential Japanese phrases to make living on Okinawa a breeze.
Save, Invest, & TSP
Japanese & English Conversation Group
Japanese for Busy People
Wednesday • 25 September • 9:30 am - 11 am Register by Tuesday, 24 September The objective of this workshop is to review behavioral finance and learn and understand how to use: financial worksheets, net worth statements, spending plans, and income statements. Come and learn the difference between savings, investing, and TSP.
NEW!
Understand Spouse Employment
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Tuesday• 24 September • 9 am - 11 am This is a brand new program designed to inform spouses of employment, education, and volunteer opportunities on Kadena Air Base. Develop an understanding of different base agencies and how/where to apply for employment. Establish your goals for employment, education, and volunteering. Connect with agencies and resources to support you in achieving your aspirations.
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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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September is Suicide Prevention Month
Find ways to get involved… #BeThereOkinawa Just a few Suicide Awareness EVENTS NEAR YOU
Rock Painting
6th and 7th of September POC: TSgt Stephanie Roberts &
for Suicide Prevention
TSgt Johnny Hollis
PAINTING with Purpose messages of Hope & Inspiration
Military Event: 14 Sept (Crow’s Nest, Camp Shields) Family Event: 28 Sept (Schilling Center Ballroom, Kadena AB) POC: TSgt Danavan DeCoito
Scavenger Hunt find the Helping Agencies
Starts 15 Sept — 30 Sept POC: TSgt Joshua Salyers & SrA Christopher Waters
*If someone you know is thinking about suicide, know who to call and where to go. Crisis hotline: 1-800-273-TALK—Mental Health Clinic: 634-3272 / Camp Foster ER: 634-7311 “Paid Advertisement”
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EDUCATION U A O 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 • 18 September • 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.
What the Education & Training Center Offers... Education Advisement for CCAF and Advanced Degrees • Base Training for OJT and more • Formal Training/PME Management • Civilian Training opportunities that focus on civilian development • Testing milestones for CDC, Enlisted/Officer PME, and other educational testing • Enlisted military promotion testing • Education Transition Assistance Program for retiring/separating Airmen Located on the third floor of building 59
Baseball
& Softball
Registration Baseball • Ages 5 - 15 | Softball • Ages 9 - 15 Baseball Ages 5 - 6 • 1 October Ages 7 - 8 • 3 October Ages 9 - 11 • 7 October Ages 12 - 14 • 9 October
Softball Ages 9 - 11 • 2 October Ages 12 - 15 • 2 October First Step Baseball Ages 3 - 4 • 4 November
Must bring a copy of current Sports Physical.
Youth Sports & Fitness 634-1384 | Building 499 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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There is so much to do with a free evening! Enjoy the Air Force Ball or head over to the Skoshi Rocker for their $750 Night Bingo and win big!
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Youth Center
Start your next adventure with the Youth Center! Become a member by visiting us today.
CLUBS Book Club Mondays • 9 & 23 September • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Art Club Mondays • 16 & 30 September • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Cooking Club Tuesdays • 10 & 24 September • 3 pm - 4 pm (registration required)
Friday • 13 September • 5 pm - 8:30 pm Girls • Ages 9 - 12 $20 • Members | $25 • Nonmembers Does DIY ice cream scream “girls night”? Come hang out with your girlfriends at the Blue Seal Ice park. You can see your ice cream chilled in a negative 20 degree freezer while touring this cute ice cream museum. Learn about Blue Seal’s history as an American-born, Okinawa raised iconic brand.
Girls Talk Tuesdays • 3 & 17 September • 3 pm - 4 pm Passport to Manhood Tuesday • 3 & 17 September • 3 pm - 4 pm STEAM Club Wednesdays • 4 & 18 September • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm ImageMakers Wednesday • 11 & 25 September • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Torch Club Thursdays • 5, 12, 19, & 26 September • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm (Registration required) Triple Play Fridays • 6, 13, & 27 September • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Membership Recognition Day Friday • 20 September • 3:30 pm Welcome our new members and say goodbye to those departing. We will celebrate September birthdays and recognize our youths’ outstanding accomplishments – it could even be you! Enjoy games, snacks and get a chance to win prizes!
Kids, we’re looking for you! If you’re new to Kadena or are PCSing here soon, have your parents give us a call. We will connect you with a child from the Youth Center to make your PCS a little easier and learn all the fun things here on Kadena! Open to ages 9 - 12.
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Girls Night
Teen Center 634-3866 | Building 499
Military Youth of the Month
Friday • 6 September • 3 pm Celebrate the night as we recognize the youth of the month for August!
#WEOWNFRIDAYS NERF™ War Friday • 6 September • 6 pm - 8 pm Challenge your friends to a NERF™ war at the Teen Center. Will you be on the winning team? Bubble Soccer Friday • 13 September • 6 pm - 8 pm Get inside of a life size inflatable bubble and play soccer. Roll, bounce, and jump around the gym to try and get a goal. It’s not as easy as it may look! Volleyball Friday • 20 September • 6 pm - 8 pm Jump. Set. Spike! Grab your friends and create teams to see if you can make your way to the tournament championship. Karaoke Friday • 27 September • 6 pm - 8 pm Sing along to all your favorite songs! Find your friends’ hidden talents and have a great time jamming to today’s top hits!
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Whether you need a place for a meeting or are planning a rockin’ birthday party, the Schilling Community Center has a room for you! Fees apply for reservations that are not official functions. Must be 18 or over to rent a room. Ballroom Rental Capacity • 120 people $25 • 1 hour $40 • 2 hours $50 • 3 hours $25 • Each additional hour
Bingata Room Capacity • 36 people $10 • 1 hour $16 • 2 hours $20 • 3 hours $10 • Each additional hour
Shi-Shi Room Capacity • 36 people $10 • 1 hour $16 • 2 hours $20 • 3 hours $10 • Each additional hour
Game Room Capacity • 70 people $25 • 1 hour $40 • 2 hours $50 • 3 hours $25 • Each additional hour
*All catered food, with the exception of cake, ice cream, and beverages, must be provided by an 18 FSS establishment.
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Kadena Library 634-1502 | Building 451 Movie Mondays Mondays • 3:30 pm Ages 10 & over Is your homework done? Then kick back and watch a movie at the Library! Movies will be rated PG and will vary across genres. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Mother Goose on the Loose Tuesdays • 10:30 am Children ages 3 & under and their caregivers Library staff will model pre-literacy skills such as singing songs, learning fingerplays and nursery rhymes, and one-on-one reading for you with your child. Parents should expect to sit on the floor with their child and interact directly with them. BabyTime is 20 - 30 minutes of bouncing, bubbles, and bursts of laughter! Seating is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
StoryTime Wednesdays • 10:30 am Children ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers Join us for this energetic half hour intro to the world of books! Parents should expect to model good group behavior and manners as well as a love of books and reading. Seating is limited and is available on a firstcome, first-served basis.
Puppy Tales Thursdays • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Let our canine volunteers be a listener for your beginner or reluctant reader! Pre-registration is required for each 15-minute session and slots are limited. All ages welcome!
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Dungeons & Dragons™ (& more) Sundays • 8 & 22 September • 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.
Organization of Military Community Writers Saturdays • 14 & 28 September • 10:30 am Ages 18 & over Looking to bounce ideas off of others? Join your fellow writers for this drop-in group! Bring your original pieces to share with others, receive feedback, float ideas around, and learn about being published!
It’s in the Cards: Tarot Reading Workshop Wednesday • 18 September • 6 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.
Roastmasters Tuesday • 24 September • 11:30 am Ages 18 & over Public speaking and presentation are invaluable skills for career advancement and personal growth. Come and be a part of our Roastmasters Club, where you will gain confidence, learn new and useful presentation skills, and enhance your public speaking abilities in a fun environment with free coffee! This club meets every month.
Adult Book Club Monthly Meeting Wednesday • 25 September • 6 pm Ages 18 & over Join us for the September meeting of the Kadena Library Adult Book Club! This month’s book selection is “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. Like our Facebook page @KadenaBaseLibraryAdultBookClub to stay up to date and join the conversation!
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Stop by Karing Kennels to be the coolest pet in school and check out our fall retail!
Holiday Booking
Start planning your holiday vacations before it’s too late. Book your pet’s holiday boarding stay today! Space is limited.
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Written by Ellen Ice When I picture Okuma, the first thing that comes to mind is lush greenery, turquoise water, and a picturesque rocky shoreline. Everything about Okuma is an oasis, and now the installation is working on “going green” through a variety of environmentally friendly initiatives. If you have an electric car, you can now add Okuma to your list of EV charging stations! Currently they have one station, with more in the works. For other green modes of transportation, make sure to stop by Outdoor Recreation at Okuma and rent a bicycle, paddleboard, or kayak. Alternative travel modes are the perfect way to reduce your carbon footprint while exercising! Every year, Okuma recycles around 18,000 pounds of materials. This year, they amped up their recycling efforts by asking guests to reuse towels and linens in their rooms, saving both water and electricity. Okuma’s restaurant, Surfside Grill & Bar, is moving towards green options over the next year. Okuma is working to utilize biodegradable options to help cut down on waste. The Okuma Beach store located next to check-in is also doing away with plastic bags. Coming soon, guests will have the option to purchase a reusable bag or supply their own. The big question of all these efforts is ‘why’? Why go through the effort of implementing these policies? The answer is simple, because Okuma cares. They care about their guests’ experiences, and their duty to help protect the ecosystem the resort sits on. Okuma is home to nearly 500 species of flora and fauna. Some
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species are at risk of becoming endangered according to a natural resources survey conducted in 2018. Of the flora, seven species were determined to be significant, which means near threatened or vulnerable. Two examples include the whisk fern and sea ebony. Of the fauna, eleven species were also categorized significant. The land hermit crab and the purple land hermit crab are now classified as protected. Some examples of unique animals you can find at Okuma include the western osprey, Japanese pygmy woodpecker, Okinawa five-lined skink, and the Orii flying fox. One of my favorite activities at Okuma is walking the hiking trails to look for all the birds, crustaceans, and lizards. I have even spotted a brown hawk owl! With all of the wildlife present at Okuma, it is important to remember that the new pet-friendly rooms have regulations in place to protacte the delicate ecosystem the resort is located on. These regulations ensure your pet and local wildlife don’t have the opportunity to interact. This means local wildlife, pets, and guests can have a safe and enjoyable experience! Okuma isn’t alone in its status as a hidden ecotourism spot, there are many similar spots to enjoy in Northern Okinawa! Check out our favorites in the “Visit Me!” section on the next page. If you want to help keep Okuma beautiful, join the beach cleanup day in mid-September. In order to preserve the beauty that is Okuma, we all need to do our part. Here’s to Going Green!
Did you know? FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE WAYS OKUMA IS GOING GREEN. @theokumabeach
Beach Cleanup
Saturday • 21 September 10 am - 11 am In honor of International Coastal Cleanup Day, Okuma wants to help beautify the beaches! Stop by the patio outside Surfside Grill & Bar to get trash bags and gloves, then head to the beaches to get started. Afterwards, enjoy free ice cream for your efforts!
Visit Me! Ecotourist Spots
Okuma has an EV charging station! It is located to the left of the Beach Mart and Welcome Center. The Okuma Beach store located next to check-in is also doing away with plastic bags. Coming soon, guests will have the option to purchase a reusable bag or supply their own! Okuma has protected wildlife! Learn what animals to keep an eye out for by reading the article! Okuma has “green” modes of transportation to include bicycles, kayaks, and paddleboards. Okuma’s restaurant, Surfside Grill & Bar, is moving towards green options over the next year. Follow Okuma Beach on Facebook or Instagram and see the changes unfold!
• Daisekirinzan - famous for its otherworldly rock formations and hiking trails • Hiji Falls - located 30 minutes from Okuma, this family-friendly hike is a perfect excursion while staying in Northern Okinawa • Kunigami Village - includes mountains, waterfalls, and many eco-friendly activities like SUP and snorkeling
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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 22 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Find Your S pot No matter where life takes you, the right job can be hard to find. Okinawa is no exception. However, if you are here as a military spouse, there are quite a few options available to make finding employment easier! The first thing to understand is how the spouse hiring preference works. If you are ever uncertain about your eligibility or what jobs will use your preference, contact the Human Resource Office at 634-2330 or Civilian Personnel Office at 634-2228! The next thing to know is where to go to apply. Many of the jobs available to spouses on Okinawa are found on https://www.nafjobs.org and usajobs.gov. Make sure to check back regularly as new jobs are posted all the time! The last major thing to be aware of is that many government jobs require special resume formatting. The resume used to apply for private sector employment may need an update as federal employment requires a particular format and more detailed information. The Airman & Family Readiness Center offers assistance with tailoring your resume to the federal opportunities found on Okinawa. For more information, check out the new workshop called Understanding Spouse Employment at A&FRC on Tuesday, 24 September from 9 am to 11 am. Learn about employment, education and volunteer opportunities at Kadena Air Base, develop an understanding of different base agencies, and discover the specifics of where to apply for employment. Establish your goals for employment, education, and volunteering! There will also be a Career, Education, and Volunteer Fair on Friday, 18 October, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Officers’ Club where you can learn more about the opportunities available on base!
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Get the Interview
• Tailor your resume to the job posting, look closely at the qualifications, and show how you meet or exceed them. • Ensure all required paperwork is submitted! If you are unsure about what might be missing contact the Civilian Personnel Office or NAF HR office. • Don’t be shy about applying to multiple places and remember new jobs are posted often. • Look closely at your resume to be certain it is free of errors and updated.
Nail the Interview • Research the opportunity and be prepared to discuss how your experience meets or exceeds the needs of the position. • Practice! Have a friend look up some common interview questions and practice answering them. • Be on time and dressed professionally to make a good impression. • Close your interview with job specific and company related questions that show interest and ambition.
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KADENA ITT UPCOMING TOURS 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.
YYY CLUB IE RESORT SPECIALS Cottage and Family Plan
INDIVIDUAL RESERVATIONS For details and reservations, call Kadena ITT at 966-7333.
UNIT RETREATS OR GROUP RESERVATIONS Contact Brian Enloe for more information. 080-6916-6544 brian.e@jot-international.jp
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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LAST CHANCE!! Island Beach Tours It’s your last chance to spend a relaxing day at a beautiful island beach. Join in for Tokashiki Island, Zamami Island, Komaka Island, Tsuken Island, and Minna Island. Check with ITT for rates.
Tokashiki Overnight Trip 13 - 14 October Spend a night on the beautiful Tokashiki Island for our last trip of the year. Enjoy the cobalt blue waters and if you are lucky swim with the sea turtles. Please contact ITT for rates.
Tokashiki Island • 1 & 21 September Minna Island • 8 September Zamami Island • 15 September Tsuken Island • 22 September Komaka Island • 29 September
Shuri Castle Mid-Autumn Celebration Saturday •14 September • 5 pm - 10:30 pm $20 • Adults $10 • Ages 6 - 12 $5 • Ages 5 & under Watch a re-enactment of the Ryukyu Kingdom’s Full Moon Ceremony. Witness traditional performances from the period when Kings and Queens ruled the Ryukyu kingdom. Enjoy a parade in front of Shuri Castle. Don’t miss this special event time around the old, lunar calendar. Bring your cameras and be ready to go back in time and experience traditions of the past. Please bring yen for souvenirs and purchases.
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Available on Kadena Air Base & Torii Station
Dormitories, Bazley Towers, Stillwell Park, Washington Heights, Terrace Heights, North Terrace and Sebille Manor
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Congratulations to our $250 gift card winners !
Emery Lanes
Kadena ITT
Saturday · 28 September FREE Local Fish and Farmers Market Tour for first 40 to sign up!
Mondays FREE Shoes Rental
Outdoor Recreation Sundays FREE Pavilion Rental
Karing Kennels
Entire Month FREE Cat Adoption
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RECHARGE FOR RESILIENCY
Single Airman Program Intro Flight $9 • Per person Take to the skies with a Certified Flight Instructor who will cover the basics of flight training with you! Burning The Midnight Oil Friday • 6 September 7 pm - midnight $7 • Per person Need to change your car’s oil and filter but don’t quite know how to? Take advantage of this night session! Cost includes: stall time, tools, up to four quarts of oil, filter, and a snack. First come, first served. Sign up at the Schilling Community Center. Single Airman Programs are open to all ranks of unaccompanied service members assigned to Kadena Air Base. Registration opens on the last Thursday of the month prior. Single Airmen are authorized a guest at the same price, pending space availability.
Deployed Affected
Rec-On
Swim with the Dolphins and Mogu Mogu Picnic Saturday • 7 September 8 am - 4 pm $55 •Per person Come learn about the wonderful creatures that live in the waters surrounding Okinawa. Then, jump in the water for a unique opportunity to swim with them in their natural habitat while holding onto their dorsal fin. How about enjoying a picnic with a bit of a twist? At the picnic, feed a variety of marine and land life to include sea turtles, dolphins, and tortoises. Must be at least 4’ in height and able to swim independently for in-water dolphin experience, but the picnic is open to all ages. Cost includes transportation, picnic, and dolphin experience. Bring swim attire, towels, sunblock, cameras, and yen for lunch.
Cave Spelunking Trip Sunday • 29 September 9 am - 3 pm $10 • Per person Ages 8 & over Come explore the 300,000-year-old Gyokusendo Cave and see thousands of stalactites and stalagmites then enjoy a pizza buffet. Please be sure to wear a long sleeve shirt and long pants, bring a change of clothing, and carry yen for purchases. Contact Outdoor Recreation for more details at 966-7343.
Registration is at the Schilling Community Center. Eligible family members may participate while the member is gone, as well as upon their service member’s return. Registration opens on the last Thursday of the month prior. Deployed Affected family members are authorized to bring a guest at the same price, if the AD member is deployed at the time of the event.
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Scuba Dive Certification Get $100 off any PADI dive course or any combination courses we offer, not including class material or dive gear. Okinawa has a variety of excellent diving spots to explore and tons of beautiful coral and fish to admire up close. Don’t delay your certification. Be sure to sign up and take advantage of this opportunity. Limited to one per household. Contact Kadena Marina for more details at 966-7345. Registration for Rec-On takes place at the facility in which the activity is being held and is now open.
GO GREEN GIVE BACK
Bellows AFS Goes Green!
Volunteering Career, Education, and Volunteer Fair Friday • 18 October 10 am - 2 pm At the Officers’ Club If you have been looking for a way to give back to your community and aren’t sure of where to start, make sure to take the time to visit this event! There are tons of volunteer opportunities available across base. No matter your interests or skill level, there is a volunteer opportunity that you can enjoy! Of course, there are plenty of opportunities outside of volunteering to learn about at the Career, Education, and Volunteer Fair! If you have questions about the education options available overseas, you can find out everything you need to know! Network with potential local employers, organizations, and colleges and get your questions answered.
Beach Clean Up
Saturday • 21 September 10 am - 11 am At Okuma Beach In honor of International Coastal Cleanup Day, Okuma wants to help beautify the beaches! Stop by the patio outside Surfside Grill & Bar to get trash bags and gloves, then head to the beaches to get started. Afterwards, enjoy free ice cream for your efforts! Enjoy a weekend filled with fun, camping, and adventure - all while experiencing the satisfaction of knowing you are helping the environment and volunteering your time for a good cause!
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You might have seen our article on page 20 that talks about all the green initiatives made by Okuma, but they aren’t alone. Bellows AFS is in the middle of a variety of important projects! Their coastal dune restoration is underway to protect the beach from further erosion, as well as stabilize and build the dunes along the coast. In 2019 they have restored an additional 800-1000 linear feet of shoreline! Bellows AFS is also part of an ongoing effort to restore the Pu’ewai wetlands and preserve the habitats used by four endangered waterbirds. After removing the invasive mangrove trees in the area, endangered waterbirds like the Hawaiian stilt can now be seen in the wetlands daily! Another major initiative that Bellows Air Force Station is working towards is water quality improvement. They are looking into a water treatment system with the goal of improving water quality within Waimanalo Stream. Visit Bellows AFS and see the natural beauty of the area in person!
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RISNER FITNESS COMPLEX Kadena Classic Varsity Men’s Softball Tournament 31 August & 1 September Cheer on your favorite teams from around the island at the 4 Diamonds! Fit Camp Monday - Friday 6 Weeks • 18 Classes | 8 Weeks • 24 Classes Ages 18 & over Increase your strength and endurance with a variety of classes! Fitness assessments and body composition testing are done at the beginning and end of the camp to gauge progress. Visit the Risner front desk for more details. Equipment Orientation Fridays • 2 pm - 3 pm The perfect class for an introduction to weights and proper lifting techniques! Our trained staff will give you an orientation on our equipment and teach you the basics of weight lifting! End of Fiscal Year - 10% OFF massages Throughout September Take advantage while the appointments last. The discount applies on all 60 - 90 minute massages. Stop by the front desk to schedule your appointment today! Risner Fitness Center • 634-5128 | Building 109 30 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Typhoon Season is upon us stay up to date with closures and openings by following Risner Fitness Center on Facebook. All classes are cancelled in TCCOR-1. Please check Facebook once we reach All Clear!
Fall Trio
Available September - November Apple Cinnamon Get a whole Apple pie in one sip with a blend of apple, cinnamon, and whipped cream. Caramel Plus Gooey caramel mixed into a refreshing shake is all you need to perk up after a workout. Pumpkin Mix Pumpkin is the king of fall flavors, come enjoy!
Dodgeball Tournament Saturday • 21 September • 10 am Calling all dodgeball players! Create an eight-member team or sign up to join as an individual. This will be a single-elimination tournament. Participants must have base access. T-shirts and prizes will be awarded to the top two teams. Tennis Lessons Private lesson | $25 • Per person Group lesson | $12.50 • Per person Ages 5 & over
Risner Sports Pro Shop 966-7431 | Building 123
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FootBowl League Season Begins Tuesday • 3 September • 6:30 pm This 17-week league has become a tradition for any pro football fan on Kadena. The league combines the best aspects of bowling and fantasy football. Four-person teams compete each week to earn points for cash prizes at the end of the league. Throughout the season, there will be colored pins in each rack. When the head pin is a colored pin, you have a chance to earn a ticket for a drawing at the end of our Big Game Party! Win one of two ITT trips for two people to the Gold Coast of Australia, or cost-equivalent trip. CASH PRIZES awarded to every team. OVER $10,000 IN CASH AND PRIZES were awarded last season!
Adult / Youth League Sunday • 8 September • 5 pm Get your child interested in a new hobby or try something fun together! With this league, children and adults bowl as a team! Compete together, and choose items from your favorite NFL™, NHL™, MLB™, or college teams, as well as a variety of comic book, movie, and TV characters.
Merchandise League Monday • 16 September • 6:30 pm Are you new to the bowling world and need to start outfitting yourself like a pro? The merchandise league is for you! Join this all ages league! Create a four-person team, and get the latest equipment, apparel, and other prizes!
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9-Pin No Tap League Thursady • 17 October • 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. Create four-person teams, and each team wins money at the end of the league.
KADENA AUTO HOBBY 966-7356 | Building 1436
Tip of the Month Keeping a clean windshield helps prolong the life of your wiper blades.
DIY Skills Center Lift Stalls • $4 per hour Stalls without lift • $3 per hour Come work on your vehicle in our DIY Skills Center! The DIY Skills Center has six lift stalls and two flat stalls available for rent. Each stall comes equipped with the tools needed for basic car maintenance. Need more advanced tools? Use the chits you’re provided with upon check-in to borrow tools from our fully stocked Tool Room! Can’t finish your car repair in one visit? Talk to our staff about storing your vehicle overnight in our secure outdoor storage facility. You can do all of this and more at DIY Skills Center here at Auto Hobby! Celebrate going back to school at Auto Hobby with NEW class hours! Oki Car 101 Teen Titans | Every Tuesday • 5 pm | Ages 14 & over Gearheads | Every Wednesday • 5 pm | Ages 18 & over Women Warriors | Every Thursday • 11 am | Ages 18 & over Join us for our FREE Oki Car 101 class to learn how to check a vehicle’s overall safety before purchasing. This class is excellent for everyone new to Okinawa! Discover how to check fluids, check tire pressure and tread, and visually assess the wear and tear on a vehicle caused by Oki weather. Decipher important documentation like Japanese Compulsory Insurance (JCI), Road Tax, and Insurance. Finally, become familiar with JCI issues to look for prior to your inspection! There are so many adventures to be had here on Okinawa – learn how to pick the right car to take you there today! Call or message us on Facebook @KadenaAutoHobby to sign up today! FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
Auto Hobby Shop’s Service Center Is your JCI about to expire? Schedule a pre-JCI inspection check at Auto Hobby and skip the panic when you take your car to be formally inspected! Call 966-7356 or 036-868-2232 today! Need an Oil Change? Call 966-7356 or 036-868-2232 to schedule your Oil Change at Auto Hobby today! Kadena Clubs Plus members receive one FREE oil change per membership account at Auto Hobby every year! Are you a Club card member in need of a tow truck? Call Auto Hobby at 036-868-2221 and receive a free tow to Auto Hobby using your Kadena Clubs Plus membership benefits! Not a Kadena Clubs Plus member? It’s easy to join. Transfer your current Air Force Club membership to Kadena or become a new member at www.memberplanet.com/account/usaf
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Snorkel with Whale Sharks 7 & 27 September • 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.
Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling at Maeda Sunday • 15 September • 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 the 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.
Bouldering in Naha Wednesday • 11 September • 9 am - 1 pm $30 • Per person Ages 12 & over Looking for a new hobby? Take on this new challenge form of rock climbing at Onoyama Park in Naha! Price includes a delicious lunch buffet. Departs from ODR to the bouldering gym in Naha city.
Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling at Sesoko Island Saturday • 21 September • 8 am - 3 pm $60 • Per person Ages 12 & over Kayak from Motobu Port to Secret Beach in Sesoko Island. Once there, we will snorkel through the beautiful coral reefs. The price includes kayaks, snorkeling gear, and a guide. Please be sure to bring water, snacks or yen, and a change of clothes.
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Snorkeling at Gorilla Chop Wednesday • 25 September • 8 am - 2 pm $30 • Per person Ages 12 & over Snorkel at a popular beach north of Okinawa. Price includes guide, transportation, and snorkeling gear. Please be sure to bring a change of clothes, snacks, and yen for purchases.
Nagannu Island Overnight Trip 12 October • 7:30 am - 13 October • 1 pm $135 • Ages 3 - 11 $150 • Ages 12 & over The Nagannu Island belongs to the Kerama National Park in Okinawa. This is the perfect location to unwind for the weekend. The price includes a Japanese BBQ dinner, breakfast, accommodation, and all transportation. If you have questions, feel free to contact ODR.
Bouldering Class 4, 11, 18, & 25 October • 6 pm - 8 pm $60 • Per person Ages 12 & over Looking for a new hobby? This is a perfect opportunity to learn how to do bouldering! We will explain the gear and rules of bouldering. Price includes gear.
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Private Diving/Snorkeling Charters $850 • Weekdays | $995 • Weekends & Holidays Available upon request Experience the ocean’s beauty along the Okinawan coast with a group of friends during our private charters. 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. Discover Scuba Dive $79.50 • Per person | Dates and times vary Explore the depths of Okinawa’s coastline 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!
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PADI Dive Classes $285 • Per person Get Open Water certified! This is an entry level class, no previous experience required. Must pass a swim and water treading test to complete the course. We also have a variety of PADI certified classes to meet your scheduling needs. Give us a call for more information! Night Diving $45 • Per person Dates and times vary See the bioluminescent creatures come to life as the sun goes down during this two-tank dive. Night dive certifications are not required when Kadena Marina instructor is present. The first dive will be before sunset and second dive will be after sunset at the same location. Show times will be posted on the Marina’s Facebook @KadenaFSSMarina. Kadena Marina • 966-7345 Located one mile north of Kadena Gate 1
2019 Banyan Tree Course Championship 31 August & 1 September Tee time start • 6:30 am Register at the Banyan Tree Pro Shop by Wednesday, 28 August $100 • AGF members $150 • Non AGF members (Green fee and cart fee included) The format will be Individual Stroke Play. In this format, each player will play their own ball. This is a handicapped event and golfers must have a valid GHIN handicap to be eligible for Net prizes. EXTRA Kadena Cup Points will be awarded for this event. Sign-up at the Banyan Tree Pro Shop. There will be a banquet held at the Enlisted Club on 1 September, starting at 5:30 pm. All paying participants will receive one FREE practice round (green fee only) starting Monday, 26 August.
Tournament Schedule 5 October 2-Person Best Ball 23 November Thanksgiving Tournament (Turkey Shoot) 14 December Kadena Cup Finale Mid December Kadena Cup Banquet and Payouts
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Slice to meet you! Stop by Chippers Snack Bar to try our brick oven pizza!
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FOOD
Café Latte Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl Sweet potatoes, black beans, avocado, and red pepper mixed in seasoned olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, and Sriracha sauce served over brown rice.
Strikers Four Cheese Bacon Burger Half pound patty, Pepperjack, Cheddar, Swiss, and American cheeses, bacon, and fry sauce. Served best with french fries!
AirPower Café Zesty Italian Breakfast Burrito Chopped Italian pepperoni, onion, tomatoes, green pepper, and hash browns with basil sauce wrapped in a tortilla.
Tee House Garlic Shrimp Pasta Bold, sweet Tiger shrimp are sauteed with chopped tomatoes, chopped garlic, sliced mushrooms, parsley flakes, and red chili pepper. Served on top of tender pasta with a slice of lemon.
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Foods Around Kadena Café Latte Turkey Reuben Roasted turkey stands in for the traditional corned beef in the lightened version of a deli favorite.
Seaside Butteryaki Did you miss the Butteryaki? We did too! Enjoy the catch of the day fried to crispy perfection. Served with steamed rice, mixed vegetables, and garlic bread.
Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill Chicken Salad Wrap Take a bite out of savory chicken, crisp celery, and grapes all wrapped up tight in a flour tortilla.
Skoshi Rocker Fried catfish plate with French fries Enjoy perfectly fried catfish with a squeeze of fresh lemon dipped in creamy tartar sauce. Served with crispy french fries. Skoshi Rocker is open only to ages 18 and over.
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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 • 27 September • 6 am - 2 pm Retirees receive an additional $1 discount with the purchase of a full breakfast or lunch entree. Must be a Club member and show retired military ID and active Club card to receive discount.
Heads up! Maintenance Day Monday • 9 September Kazoku Place will be closed for breakfast and lunch and will re-open at 4 pm.
AIR FORCE BALL
Saturday • 14 September Kazoku Place will be closed for dinner to support the Air Force Ball. Please visit Hanabi’s for your dining experience.
Oktoberfest Saturday • 28 September Kazoku Place will be closed for dinner in support of the Kadena Club’s Oktoberfest. Please join us in the back parking lot of the Officers’ Club from 4 pm - 9 pm!
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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!
Check out our unique hot dogs and loaded fries! Visit Fore Fathers on Facebook for our schedule. @ForeFathersFoodTruck
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FOOD
HAVE A DATE NIGHT AT HOM
OH YUM Chili’s Grill & Bar 966-7360 • 036-868-2209 | Building 105
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ME WITH CHILI’S DELIVERY
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Kadenafss.com/delivery 966-7366 | 036-868-2210
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A DAY IN THE LIFE...
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Written by Ellen Ice
18TH AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION SQUADRON
They’re the people you may need when you’re having a bad day. They’re the people who get you or loved ones off island when you hear the dreaded “we can’t take care of that here.” They’re the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES). “It’s just a good feeling to get them to better care,” SSgt Ken Cummings, Air Evacuation Technician, said. Cummings explained the mission of the squadron as getting patients from point A to point B. To execute that mission, the plane transporting patients off island needs to be a flying, fully operational hospital. “You don’t know what’s going to happen, you don’t have a set come in, I’m going to do this and this and this,” he said. Cummings works in clinic management. His current job is to ensure all the people in the air are qualified and ready to do their job by making sure their medical licenses and other training is up to date. The training and evaluations continue with the work of MSgt Manuel Montalvo, who is in charge of preparing for evaluations. As every squadron knows, readiness is critical, and with readiness comes a lot of hard work. He also stated his appreciation for 18 AES and the work they do to take care of patients every day. He applauds them for getting out there and taking care of people in all sorts of weather. It isn’t a comfortable job, but it is one that is absolutely critical. All the evaluations, certifications, and training makes sure people like Major Wayne Pernell, a flight nurse of 12 years, can be prepared to execute the 18 AES mission. “My favorite part of the job is the autonomy we have when we are flying with patients,” Pernell said. He explained that in the air, there’s only a crew of three to five
people, which means the medical professionals need to be ready for anything to happen. “You never know what’s going to happen up there, so you just put your minds together and make sure the patient gets safely from one location to another,” Pernell said. Every day is different, which makes training crucial. “We practice how to get people out of places really quickly if we need to,” Capt. Christina McMillen, Readiness Flight Commander, said. 18 AES has some pretty impressive tools they use to get ready, such as advanced mannequins that are sophisticated enough to mimic severe medical conditions like heart attacks and strokes. They breathe, they react, they have heart and lung sounds they truly look like they’re alive. The shop has several mannequins they can use to practice unpredictable scenarios. Their most advanced mannequins can blink, react to light, sweat, and can replicate bleeding. They are used to practice advanced medical procedures like defibrillation. On top of high-tech equipment, the squadron also utilizes live actors for drills. They have special rooms set up to mimic the actual triage area they use on the planes, complete with dim lightning and loud engine noise. “We are always developing new techniques and figuring out the best way to do what we do,” McMillen said. She emphasized the need to be able to work with agencies from all branches as well as other countries. Another large part of 18 AES is sending a liaison team ahead to the theater with the most conflict. Their job there is to help the troops on the ground learn how to properly load patients in the air evacuation system to ensure service members in grave medical danger can get help. The
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team takes a tent, communications gear, satellite phones, and anything you may need in a real-life situation.
SINCE WE ARE TAKING CARE OF FAMILY MEMBERS, THEY ARE ABLE TO TAKE CARE OF THE MISSION AND THEY KNOW THEY’RE IN GOOD HANDS WITH US
During our walk-through of the expansive training area and storage facility, we were shown the actual in-flight kits used in a critical environment. The kit included items like bandages and medications, but 18 AES also has advanced tools to deliver a baby mid-flight, stabilize patients who have heart attacks or strokes, and the equipment to shock a patient back to life if needed. The importance of their job was obvious, and Pernell said he hopes they’re providing the support needed on Kadena and to the surrounding area. “Since we are taking care of family members, they are able to take care of the mission and they know they’re in good hands with us,” Pernell said. Recently 18 AES has been working on an exercise to move patients from the Korean Peninsula to mainland Japan. McMillen said this involves working with other nations to ensure PACAF is ready in case of war. Pernell has also completed training recently to handle extensive trauma care in a hospital setting, as well as the tactical combat casualty course - how to get care to under fire. Their mission is critical to the livelihood of the service members and families stationed on Okinawa.
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NIGHTLIFE
SHIRAHO BALLROOM SATURDAY • 7 SEPTEMBER DOORS OPEN • 10 AM
Lunch served • 12:30 pm | Games begin • 2 pm $90 • Adults ($10 Member discount) There will be $50,000 in cash prizes! Come play to win. Tickets on sale now at the Rocker Enlisted Club customer service counter. Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372
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966-7372 | Building 622
Last Friday Social Hour Rocker Lounge Friday • 27 September • 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.
Bunco Shiraho Ballroom Monday • 30 September Register • 6 pm | Games begin • 6:30 pm Bunco is a social dice game that’s a great way to meet new people! You could win some cool prizes, too. Must be a player to enjoy light hors d’oeuvres. Members only event; no guests allowed.
Noche de Fuego:
Latin Night
Sunday • 1 September • 9 pm - 3 am Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Three three-day weekend continues! Come enjoy the hottest Latin music featuring Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Reggaeton. Super Ladies Night Rocker Lounge Saturday • 28 September • 10 pm - 3 am Free • Club members & ladies | $5 • Nonmembers Ladies, this night is for you! We will be crowning Miss July, Miss August, and Miss September. All ladies receive free entrance all night long. Visit customer service to reserve your VIP table for up to eight people by 26 September limited tables are available. Open to all enlisted ranks and civilian equivalents 18 and over.
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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 10 September • 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 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.
Maintenance Day Monday • 9 September Hanabi’s will be closed until 4 pm due to maintenance.
Enlisted Club Membership Night Shiraho Ballroom Wednesday • 18 September 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.
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Soap Opera Bingo Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays • Noon Night Bingo Nightly except Wednesdays • 7 pm $750 Night Bingo Mondays & Saturdays • 7 pm Bingo Appreciation Sunday • 29 September • 7 pm
Doors open • 2 pm | Game starts • 6 pm All book games payout $1,199. Last special game is a guaranteed $3,000 payout.
Football Frenzy 2019 Begins Tuesday, 10 September at 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.
Monday • 2 September
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 Thursdays Register • 5:30 pm |Games begin • 6 pm Sundays Register • 4:30 pm | Games begin • 5 pm Free • Club members | $10 • Nonmembers Play a hand 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. 50 FOR ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING PLEASE VISIT KADENAFSS.COM
Kadena Clubs Present…
SATURDAY • 28 SEPTEMBER • 4 PM - 9 PM BACK PARKING LOT OF THE KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB ENTERTAINMENT
Live Oompah Band • Games • Children Face Painting • Bouncy Castle • Yakitori Band
CONTESTS Best Dressed (Oktoberfest Attire) • Bratwurst Eating • Best Chicken Dance
FOOD German Food and Beverages available for purchase
WIN Special Giveaways for Club Members Open to all ranks, grades, and ages.
Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409 | Building 313 Rocker Enlisted Club • 966-7372 | Building 622 FOR OPEN POSITIONS, PLEASE VISIT NAFJOBS.ORG AND USAJOBS.GOV
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NIGHTLIFE
966-7409 | Building 313 PubStumpers Trivia League Weekender Lounge Fridays • 7 pm | First Friday • 7:30 pm Free PubStumpers is a whirlwind of trivia that stimulates the mind and challenges players’ knowledge on a vast array of topics! What better way is there to spend time with friends than at the Weekender Lounge with great food, thirst-quenching drinks, and top-notch entertainment? The 12-week season is beginning again. Get your group of up to five together for our weekly trivia fun. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Football Frenzy 2019
Café Latte Beginning Tuesday, 10 September at 11 am 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 the teams playing that week. Karaoke Weekender Lounge Saturdays • 7 pm - close Free Bring your friends and be ready to perform your favorite songs. We have a wide variety of song options to choose from; come jam out to your favorite tune! Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. Music Bingo Weekender Lounge First Friday • 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Fridays • 7 pm - 9 pm Play along with music bingo for a chance to win special prizes and gift certificates. Open to officer ranks and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Maintenance Day Tuesday • 17 September The Officers’ Club buffet will be closed, and Café Latte will open at 4 pm.
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Weekly Friday Social Hour Weekender Lounge Fridays • 5 pm - 7 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmembers We’ll have food, drink specials, and members have the chance to win $75, $125, or our progressive jackpot. Open to officer and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over. First Friday Social Hour Weekender Lounge Friday • 6 September • 5 pm - 7:30 pm Free • Club members | $20 • Nonmembers Enjoy a fun night with drink specials. Club members will have a chance to win $75, $125, our progressive jackpot, as well as amazing door prizes. Open to officers and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Kiddie Disco Wednesday • 18 September • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm $7.95 • Adults ($1 Member discount) $4.95 • Ages 3 - 12 Free • Ages 2 & under Bring the kids out for an awesome night of food and fun! We’ll have an adult and child buffet and great music. Open to all ranks and services.
Officers’ Club Membership Night Ballroom Wednesday • 11 September Doors open • 5 pm | Buffet • 5 pm - 7 pm Club members are invited to enjoy membership night with Hispanic food, games, and amazing prizes! You must be present to win. Open to Officers’ Club members and civilian equivalents ages 18 and over.
Champagne Brunch Ballroom Sundays • 9:30 am - 2 pm $19.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $9.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under Enjoy some of our most popular items, including peel-and-eat shrimp, carved beef, salads, an array of breakfast and lunch items, assorted desserts, and so much more!
Weekly Lunch Fare Daily • 11 am - 1:30 pm $11.95 • Adults ($2 Member discount) $6.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 Member discount) Free • Ages 4 & under Monday • Healthy Buffet Tuesday • Asian Buffet Wednesday • Patio Steak Day ($1 Member discount) Thursday • All-American BBQ Buffet Friday • Mexican Buffet
Weekender Lounge Wednesdays • 7 pm - 9 pm Free • Club members | $5 • Nonmembers Dance the night away in style and pick up a new skill. Bring your friends and your dance moves and be ready for an evening of fun. Open to all ranks and services ages 18 and over.
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HONOR & A Conversation with the Kadena Honor Guard The Kadena Honor Guard makes an instant impression wherever you see them. Whether they are supporting the Veteran’s Parade, Air Force Ball, or a change of command, they bring an extra level of elegance and dignity to any event. Some of the things that the Honor Guard does to support events is presenting and honoring the colors. Kadena is a bit special when it comes to presenting the colors as we make sure to honor the Japanese flag, in respect to our host nation. The flags are brought in at the start of the event and presented to the audience as the national anthems play. TSgt Anthony Terry spoke a bit about what makes Kadena’s Honor Guard so special. While stateside Honor Guard teams are considered a full time job, on Kadena, they volunteer their time in addition to completing a full work day outside of the Honor Guard team. Their dedication and resolve really shines in the work duties they do. Those interested in joining the Honor Guard experience an intensive 3-day training flight that takes up a full duty day. Throughout the day they go over various rifle and flag movements, funeral protocol, and the entire Honor Guard manual. At the end of training there is a question and answer portion where the potential new guardsmen are tested to see if they retain their new skills when under pressure. One of the trainers, SSgt Calvin Ussery, is in charge of making sure the guardsmen going out on details are prepared for whatever they are called on to do. He emphasized that although the Honor Guard looks hard and he hears people say they can’t do it, remember that everyone starts at square one. The behaviors are trained and learned over time so make sure to give it a shot if the Honor Guard is something you are interested in. SSgt Ussery joined the team initially as a way to improve his military bearing. Prior to joining the team, he said he was a bit rough around the edges and that seeing the changes one of his friends made after joining the team inspired him to give it a shot. SrA Aurora Ortiz mentioned, although training is intensive, the skills you learn make you feel more confident in your capabilities. Ortiz also spoke about how inspired she was by the US Air Force Honor Guard, although she couldn’t join the stateside team because of height requirements. Luckily she can take part on Kadena! She mentioned how much she enjoys practices because they get to be a little more relaxed and make fun of their mistakes. In talking to members of the team, it was evident the Honor Guard is a tight-knit unit who values the impact the service they provide has on others. If you are interested in joining the Honor Guard, T-Flight happens quarterly and contact information is available on Sharepoint.
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REMEMBER A Conversation with the Base Historian As someone who was never much of a history buff in school, I didn’t check out any of the historical sites on Okinawa when I arrived. Prior to my meeting with the base historian, Evan Muxen, I knew that the Battle of Okinawa had occurred at some point in World War II, but was pretty unsure of the details. I cannot overstate how fascinating I found the experience of learning more about how history has shaped the island of Okinawa. I encourage those who have hesitated to take one of the “Battle of Okinawa” tours from ITT or haven’t visited the historical sites you can see right on Kadena to seek out those experiences! While history in general was not fascinating to me as a teen, getting to know the history of place I live in as an adult has afforded me a new understanding of the unique social and cultural climate that exists on Okinawa. For instance, I had no idea the air field of Kadena Air Base (once referred to as “Naka” or “middle”) existed well before any U.S. military force landed on Okinawa’s shore. U.S. forces were prepared for a 3- to 7-day fight for “Naka” but when the Battle of Okinawa began, Japanese forces immediately pulled back to the southern part of the island. They did so because the southern side of Okinawa is very hilly and easier to defend. The Japanese forces used a tactic called “reverse slope defense” where they defended with highangle trajectory and stayed on the opposite side of the hill they were defending. This meant that U.S. forces could not see how many people they were up against. The three main ridges are also connected by a cave system that meant Japanese forces could switch between areas and defend each place as needed. The final aspect that made the area so defensible was that each ridge was in range of the other two. So, if U.S. forces attacked one, they still had to deal with fire from the rest of the ridges. The Battle of Okinawa took place from April to June in 1945. It was the largest amphibious landing in the Pacific theater during World War II and was absolutely deadly. Many Okinawans (estimates vary widely, but almost 1/3 of the population) died in defense of their island alongside Japanese forces and Allied forces. In July 1945, Lt Gen Doolittle raised the flag on what is now Kadena Air Base at what was once the USO amphitheater, roughly near where the 10th tee of Banyan Tree Golf Course is now. He claimed it with minimal personnel, limited equipment, and tents as the only habitation.
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There is a heritage hall on Kadena located at the airfield near gate one called the Quonset Hut. The inside of the hall is dedicated to the history of Kadena Air Base through the years. There are images of the progression of the base and it’s expansion across the years. There were a variety of intriguing objects. As a space enthusiast, I was very excited to see a flag that was flown on one of the space shuttles. I was also surprised to hear that the Quonset Hut is the same building type as what families who lived on Kadena called home at one point. There is a photo of one of the first families to live on Kadena and the two children on display inside the heritage hall. The young boy being held in the picture below was one of the first babies born to Americans on the island. At the back of the Quonset Hut, there are WWII relics including a cannon and communication equipment. It was truly amazing to be surrounded by so much history. This experience was made more powerful by knowing it is the history of the place I have called home for the past five years. The Quonset Hut, unlike many museums I have been to, allows you to interact very closely with the exhibit. You can get a close look at the details of everything. I thoroughly enjoyed learning more about the history of Kadena, and I encourage you to get out and explore some of the many unique sights located all across Okinawa!
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FACILITY PHONE NUMBERS & HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBS & DINING
Kadena Officers’ Club Bldg. 313 Customer Service & Game Room Kadena: 966-7409 JP: 036-868-2203 Mon-Wed 6:30 am - 11 pm Thu 9 am - 11 pm Fri 6:30 am - 2 am Sat 7:30 am - 1 am Sun 8 am - 11 pm Café Latte Kadena: 966-7416 JP: 036-868-2205 Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Fri 6:30 am - midnight Sat 7:30 am - midnight Sun 2 pm - 10 pm Family Days & Holidays 7:30 am - close Lounge Sun & Mon Closed Tues-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Fri 4 pm - 2 am Sat 4 pm - 1 am Holidays Closed Family Days 4 pm - close Daily Lunch Buffet Mon-Fri 11 am - 1:30 pm Holidays & PACAF Family Days Closed Sunday Champagne Brunch 9:30 am - 2 pm Barber Shop Mon-Sat 9 am - 5 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Rocker Enlisted Club Bldg. 622 Kadena: 966-7372 JP: 036-868-2207 Customer Service Mon-Sun 9 am - 9 pm Kazoku Place Kadena: 966-7380 JP: 036-868-2227 Mon -Thu Breakfast/Lunch 6 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9 pm Fri Breakfast/Lunch 6 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9:30 pm Sat Breakfast/Lunch 7 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9:30 pm Sun Breakfast/Lunch 8 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9 pm Family Days Breakfast/Lunch 7 am - 2 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9:30 pm Hanabi’s Restaurant Sun - Thurs 11 am - 11 pm Fri & Sat 11 am - 2:30 am Hanabi’s Bar Sun - Thurs 11 am - midnight Fri & Sat 11 am - 3 am Catering 966-7408 /036-868-2203 Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Sat Appointments only Daily Grind Mon-Fri 6 am - 9 pm Sat & Sun 7 am - 9 pm Holidays & Family Days 7 am - 9 pm Game Room Sun - Thu 7 am - midnight Fri 9 am - 3 am Sat 7 am - 3 am Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill Bldg. 435 Kadena: 966-7426 JP: 036-868-2212 Sun-Thu 11 am - 10 pm Fri-Sat 11 am - 12 am Delivery Kadena: 966-7375 JP: 036-868-2274 Go to kadenafss.com to order online! Sun-Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri-Sat 4 pm - midnight Skoshi Rocker Bldg. 103 Kadena: 966-7255 JP: 036-868-2318 Sun-Tues & Thu 8 am - midnight Wed 9 am - midnight Fri 8 am - midnight Sat 8 am - 2 am AirPower Café Bldg. 3522 Kadena: 966-7405 JP: 036-868-2208 Mon-Fri 6 am - 2 pm Sat, Sun, Holidays & PACAF Family Days Closed Chili’s Grill & Bar Bldg. 105 Kadena: 966-7360 JP: 036-868-2209 Daily 11 am - 10 pm Chili’s Delivery/ To-Go Bldg. 337 Kadena: 966-7366 JP: 036-868-2210 Johnson Dining Facility Bldg. 843 Kadena: 634-4494 Mon-Thu Breakfast 6 am - 8:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 1 am Fri Breakfast 6 am - 8:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm No Midnight Meal PACAF Family Days & Holidays Closed Flight Kitchen Kadena: 634-4418 Open 24-hours, seven days a week
Marshall Dining Facility Bldg. 178 Kadena: 634-1900 Mon-Fri Breakfast 5:30 am - 8 am Lunch 10:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7:30 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Sat, Sun & Holidays Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Weekends, Holidays, & down days Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Seaside Bldg. 3629A Kadena: 966-7401 JP: 036-868-2213 Mon Closed Tue-Thu 11 am - 9 pm Fri 11 am - 10 pm Sat 9 am - 10 pm Sun 9 am - 9 pm Weekend Brunch ends at 3 pm Tee House Restaurant Bldg. 11 Kadena: 966-7429 JP: 036-868-2214 Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 6:30 pm Winter hours (1 Nov - 31 Jan) Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 5:30 pm Summer hours (1 Jun - 31 Aug) Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
RECREATION
Aero Club & Flight Training Center Bldg. 455 Flying operations open 24 hours daily. JP: 080-6493-6299 Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Arts & Crafts Center Bldg. 435 Kadena: 966-7347 JP: 036-868-2216 Mon-Thu 10 am - 8 pm Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Keepsakes Plus Kadena: 966-7352 JP: 036-868-2217 Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm FrameWorks Kadena: 966-7353 JP: 036-868-2218 Daily 10 am - 6 pm Mud Factory Kadena: 966-7351 JP: 036-868-2220 Mon & Tues Closed Wed-Thu Noon - 8 pm Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Wooden Solutions Kadena: 966-7349 JP: 036-868-2219 Mon Closed Tue & Thu Noon - 8 pm Wed Noon - 5 pm Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Auto Hobby Center Bldg. 1436 Facility Closed on Holidays Maintenance Kadena: 966-7356 JP: 036-868-2232 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat, Sun & Holidays Closed Parts Store Kadena: 966-7355 JP: 036-868-2221 Mon-Fri 8 am - 7 pm Sat 8 am - 8 pm Sun 10 am - 6 pm Tool Room Mon-Fri 9 am - 7 pm Sat 8 am - 8 pm Sun 10 am - 6 pm Banyan Tree Golf Course Bldg. 12 Kadena: 966-7321 JP: 036-868-2223 Pro Shop Wed-Mon 5:30 am - 7 pm Tue 9 am - 7 pm Golf Course Wed-Mon Sunrise - Dusk Tue Noon - Dusk Driving Range Mon 6 am - 6 pm 1st & 3rd Tue 8 am - 7:30 pm 2nd & 4th Tue 6 am - 7:30 pm Wed-Sun 6 am - 7:30 pm Owari Lounge Closed Chibana Golf Course Bldg. 55061 Kadena: 966-7327 JP: 036-868-2224 Pro Shop Daily 6 am - 6 pm Driving Range Mon, Wed-Fri 6 am - 6:30 pm Tue 9 am - 6:30 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6 am - 6:30 pm Chippers Kadena: 966-7367 JP: 036-868-2368 Mon-Fri 7 am - 8 pm Sat & Sun 6:30 am - 8 pm Emery Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 113 Kadena: 966-7303 JP: 036-868-2225 Mon-Thu 10 am - 10 pm Fri & Sat 10 am - 1 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 8 pm Strikers Café Mon-Thu 10 am - 9:30 pm Fri & Sat 10 am - 12:30 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 7:30 pm
To call any 634-, 632- or 966- number from a cellphone, dial 098-938-1111, wait for the dial tone, and then dial the listed number. Note: Hours are subject to change.
Brooklyn’s Mon - Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri & Sat 4 pm - 1 am Sun 3 pm - 8 pm Holidays 4 pm - 8 pm *Last call for bar is 30 minutes prior to close. Call for special functions and party reservations. Kadena Library Bldg. 451 Kadena: 634-1502 Mon-Wed 10 am - 8 pm Thu-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Holidays Closed Kadena Information, Tickets, & Travel Bldg. 455 Kadena: 966-7333 JP: 036-868-2226 Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun Closed Kadena Marina One mile north of Kadena Gate 1 Kadena: 966-7345 JP: 036-868-2228 Dive Store & Scuba Rentals Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Wednesday Closed Harbor Kadena: 966-7282 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 7 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Wednesday Closed Beach Shack Mon, Tue, & Thu 10 am - 6 pm Fri, Sat, Sun, & Holidays 8 am - 6 pm Wednesday Closed Wibit™ Water Park Thu - Tue & Holidays 11:30 am - 6 pm Wednesday Closed Okuma Beach Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58 Reservation Desk 631-1991/1992 Daily 8 am - 5 pm Surfside Grill & Bar 631-1805 Breakfast 8 am – 10 am Afternoon 11 am – 9 pm (last order 8:30 pm) Okuma Outdoor Recreation 631-1816 Bldg. 103 Daily 9 am - 6 pm *please note our Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental has moved from south beach to north beach Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 614 Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229 Rental Equipment Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 8 am - 3 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Reservation for Flea Market & Parks Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229 Paintball Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 036-868-2229 Paintball Rec Play Reservation only Kadena Aquatics Kadena: 634-3240 See kadenafss.com/recreation/aquatics for hours. Fairchild Pool Closed except for private parties and lessons. Hagerstrom Pool Mon - Fri 5 am - 7 pm Sat & Sun 10 am - 7 pm Risner Fitness Center • Open 24 hours Bldg. 109 Kadena: 634-5128 Risn’ Shine Mon - Sat 5 am - 9 pm Sun 9 am - 6 pm Massage Therapy Kadena: 634-5129 Daily 7:30 am - 7:30 pm Risner Sports Pro Shop & Tennis Center Bldg. 123 Kadena: 966-7431 JP: 036-868-2230 Mon - Sat 9 am - 6 pm Sun Closed Schilling Community Center Bldg. 455 Kadena: 634-1387 Mon-Fri 6 am - 8 pm Sat 8 am - 7 pm Sun & Holidays Closed 10 am - 7 pm PACAF Family Days Barber Shop (Eclub) Mon-Sat 9 am - 6 pm Sun & Holidays Closed YOUTH & TEEN Child Development Centers Mon-Fri Wakaba Kadena: 632-7420 Niko Niko Kadena: 634-5263 Family Child Care Kadena: 634-0514 Mon-Fri Parent Assistance Mon-Fri Child Care Referral Kadena: 632-7693 Mon-Fri School Age Care Himawari School Age Care Kadena: 632-0202 Mon-Fri
Shima No Ko School Age Care Bldg.4081 Kadena: 632-1314 Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pm Teen Center Millennium Bldg. 499 Kadena: 634-3866 Recreation (School Days) Mon & Wed-Thu 2 pm - 6 pm Tues 1 pm - 6 pm Fri 2 pm - 11 pm Sat 4 pm - 9 pm Recreation (No School & Half Days) Mon-Thu Noon - 6 pm Fri Noon - 11 pm Office Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Youth Center Bldg. 1849 Kadena: 634-0500 Rec Room Mon, Wed-Fri 2 pm - 6 pm Tues 1 pm - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed No School & Half Days Noon - 6 pm Front Desk Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 7 pm Sat 9 am - 5 pm Youth Sports & Fitness Bldg. 499 Kadena: 634-1384 Office Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm SERVICES Airman & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 220 Kadena: 634-3366 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Holidays Closed Closed at noon on the last Friday of every month Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Bldg. 731 Kadena: 966-7593 JP: 036-868-2263 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 10 am - 4:30 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed Last duty day of each month Closes at noon Education & Training Bldg. 59 Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500 Base Training Kadena: 634-1500 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 Human Resources Office Bldg. 723 Kadena: 634-2330 Mon-Wed & Fri 8 am - 4 pm Thu 8 am - 1 pm www.nafjobs.org Karing Kennels Boarding Facility Bldg. 4065 Kadena: 966-7339 JP: 036-868-2235 Daily 10 am - 6 pm Holidays Closed Pet Adoption Facility Bldg. 54300 Kadena: 966-7338 JP: 036-868-2234 Thurs-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Mon - Wed & Holidays Closed Laundry & Dry Cleaning Kadena, Bldg. 612 Kadena: 634-0443 Mon-Sat 7 am - 5:30 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Kinser, Bldg. 706 Kinser: 637-1267 JP: 090-6866-1517 Mon-Fri 7 am - 4 pm Manpower & Organization Bldg. 106 Kadena: 634-4865 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Military Personnel Section Bldg. 721B Kadena: 634-8978 Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri (walk-ins) 8 am - 3 pm Wed (walk-ins) 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Close at noon 3rd Thursday of each month. *CAC/dependant/civilian/retiree cards are issued by appt only. Please make an appt. via RAPIDS by visiting www.kadenafss.com.
5:45 am - 6 pm Bldg. 132 Bldg. 334 Bldg. 1850 8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 9 am Bldg. 439 9 am - 3 pm Bldg. 439 5:45 am - 6 pm
Shogun Inn Bldg. 332 Kadena: 632-1010 JP: 098-962-1010 24-hours a day, seven days a week Post Office Bldg. 160 Kadena: 634-4458 Parcel Pickup Mon-Fri 9 am - 5:30 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm Finance Section Tues-Fri 9 am - 5 pm Sat 9 am - 3 pm Sun-Mon Closed PACAF Family Days 9 am - 3 pm Air Force Recruiting Service DSN: 315-632-7835 Cell: 090-6868-3810
September Sunday
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Banyan Tree Golf Course Championship
2 $1,199 Holiday Bingo at the Skoshi Rocker
Noche de Fuego: Latin Night at the Rocker Enlisted Club
Stop by Fore Fathers for fully-loaded hot dogs
Wednesday
3 4 FootBowl League Grab the chicken begins at salad wrap at Emery Lanes Banyan Tree Pizza & Grill
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5 6 Women Warriors Japanese& English class at Conversation Auto Hobby Group at A&FRC
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12 Stop by Skoshi Check out fall First game of Bouldering in Check out PADI Rocker for their toys and treats at Football Frenzy! Naha with Outdoor Dive Classes at the limited time Karing Kennels Visit Café Latte or Recreation Kadena Marina food offer Skoshi to enjoy Grab Chippers for Check out Okuma’s dinner tonight! new EV charging station
22 Roczam at Hanabi’s Have a Chili’s date night!
7 $50K Bingo at the Rocker Enlisted Club
Last chance to register for Give Parents a Break or Parents’ Night Out
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Texas Hold ‘Em at Skoshi Rocker
Saturday
Sign up for Merchandise League at Emery Lanes
Tuition Assistance Briefing for Active Duty members at the Education Center
23 24 Book a massage Teen Titans at Auto with Risner Hobby Fitness Center Roastmasters at Reserve a room the Kadena Library for your next party at Schilling Community Center
29 30 Get a workout Movie Mondays in and enjoy the happening at Apple Pie smoothie Kadena Library as a reward at Risner Off season rates Fitness Center at Okuma begin tomorrow
Kiddie Disco at the Officers’ Club
19 Smartphone Trivia at Hanabi’s
Try the Discover Scuba experience with the Kadena Marina 25 Adult Book Club Meeting at the Kadena Library
13 14 Girls Night at the Book a tour with Youth Center ITT and experience someplace new!
20 Movie on the Lawn, check the Schilling Facebook page for details! Register for Save, Invest, & TSP at A&FRC
26 Book your stay for Fright Fest at Okuma on Saturday, 2 November Sign up for October R4R programs
21 Craftchella at the Officers’ Club Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling at Sesoko Island with Outdoor Recreation
27 Equipment Orientation at Risner Fitness Center
28 Oktoberfest Super Ladies Night