Venture Magazine - May 2016

YOUR GUIDE TO MAKING LIFE BETTER • KADENA FSS MAY 2016

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On the Cover: Chili’s Sweet & Smokey Burger

COMMAND 18th Force Support Squadron Commander Colonel Peter M. Pollock

MARKETING Marketing Director Christine Phillipp

Art Director Ryan Burger

Video Producer Att Eachus Writer/Editor Rachel Kuhn

Graphics Yoshihiro Higa Takako Uehara Yuka Kinjo Yasuhiro Nerome

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Photographer Nagi Marie Quirk

Account Executives Arielle Sullivan Amy Jo Selby Kellie Anthony Jana Byrn Melissa Kowaluk

Web Developer Shelly Xiong

Operations Ruben Zaldaña

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Golden Week

KADENA AIR BASE

Note: Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.

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MAY SALES RISNER SPORTS PRO SHOP • 966-7431

May Fitness Month Sale

1 - 31 May Up to 50% off on selected items If you spend $100 or more, you will receive a 10% off coupon valid on your next purchase made within 60 days.

Or, stop by for 10% off all merchandise every Thursday!

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RISNER FITNESS CENTER • 634-5128

Enjoy 10 % off at the Juice Bar every Tuesday in May. 10% off all massages during May. Appointments must be made and scheduled in the month of May.

AUTO HOBBY CENTER • 966-7355

$10 Off • Air Conditioning Service 9 - 11 May

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$5 Off • Safety Inspections 23 - 25 May

BANYAN TREE GOLF COURSE • 966-7321

Memorial Day Sale

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28 - 30 May Spin the wheel and earn a discount of 10 - 30% off your purchase! You’re allowed one spin per purchase. Download our free Gallus Golf App for the Kadena Golf Complex and receive three additional spins! The highest percentage you win will be applied to your purchase!

KADENA ARTS & CRAFTS • 966-7347

Laser Service Sale

All month, receive 15% off your laser service at Keepsakes Plus!

Crafty Things Memorial Day Sale 28 & 29 May Enjoy 20% off red, white and blue items.

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6 • International Wine Festival and Wine Gala 7 • Monte Carlo Night at the Kadena Officers’ Club 8 • Holiday $21K Bingo at Skoshi Rocker

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Monte Carlo Night Saturday, 14 May • 6:30 pm $20 • Per person Come enjoy a night of Vegas-style gambling without any of the risk!

It’s all play money here! Tickets are on sale now at the Kadena Officers’ Club customer service desk.

Open to all ranks and services.

If you purchase tickets in April, you will receive $3,000 in play money.

If you purchase tickets in May, you will receive $2,000 in play money.

Presented by the Kadena Clubs

Membership Appreciation Night Friday, 6 May • 6 pm - 10 pm $74.95 • Members $79.95 • Nonmembers Enjoy wine tasting, a live classical ensemble, carving and pasta stations, assorted canapés, sushi, cheese, delectable desserts and much more!

The dress code is formal for this event.

Wednesday, 11 May • 5:30 pm - 7 pm Air Force Club members will enjoy a complimentary buffet, games and chances to win prizes.

Open only to members of the Kadena Officers’ Club.

Saturday, 7 May • Noon - 4 pm $44.95 • Members $49.95 • Nonmembers

Saturday Night Karaoke

Tickets on sale now at the Kadena Officers’ Club customer Service Desk. Open to all ranks and services ages 20 and over.

Both events will give access to the wine purchase room.

5 pm - close • Free Belt out your favorite songs on our all new karaoke system!

KADENA AIR BASE

KADENA OFFICERS’ CLUB • 966-7409 | BANYAN TREE CLUB • 966-7372 | SKOSHI ROCKER • 966-7255 6

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SKOSH I ROCKER Kadena Clubs’

Texas Hold’Em Membership Tournament

Bingo Open to all ranks and services.

Sundays Registration • 4:30 pm Games begin • 5 pm Tuesdays Registration • 5:30 pm Games begin • 6 pm Grand Finale Sunday, 15 May

Soap Opera Bingo Monday - Friday • Noon No bingo on Wednesdays.

Night Bingo Sunday - Friday • 7 pm

Power House Bingo Saturdays • Noon Sundays • 3 pm

New Wednesday $750 Night

7 pm $750 • All book games

Super Saturday $21K Big Bucks Bingo

Bingo Appreciation

$21K Holiday Bingo Monday, 30 May Doors open • 4 pm Games begin • 6 pm $1,199 • All book games $3,000 • Last game

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Banyan Tree Club Lounge Programs Wednesdays Salsa Night • 11 & 25 May Dance Lessons • 7 pm - 9 pm Open Latin Dance • 9 pm - 11 pm Thursdays Open Sing Karaoke 7 pm - 11 pm

Fridays Devour Hour • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Rock & Country • 6:30 pm - midnight Old & New School R&B • Midnight - 3 am Saturdays Old & New School R&B 7 pm - 3 am

Sunday, 22 May • 3 pm

Saturday, 21 May Doors open • 7:30 pm Games begin • 8:30 pm $1,199 • All book games $3,000 • Last game

Skoshi Rocker • 966-7255

BANYAN TREE CLUB

Texas Hold’Em Every Sunday Night Registration • 4:30 pm Games begin • 5 pm

Every Tuesday & Thursday Night Registration • 5:30 pm Games begin • 6 pm Free • Members $10 • Nonmembers Regular Texas Hold’Em schedules will resume on Tuesday, 17 May. Open to all ranks and services.

Bunco

Monday, 16 May Banyan Tree Club Lounge Registration • 6 pm Games begin • 6:30 pm Free and open to all Air Force Club members.

Open Pool Table Nights Wednesdays • 7 pm - 9 pm Banyan Tree Club Lounge Enjoy $1 slices of Banyan Tree Club pepperoni or cheese pizza.

Take out not available.

Adult Membership Appreciation Night Wednesday, 18 May • 7 pm - 9 pm Banyan Tree Club Lounge Adult enlisted Air Force Club members will enjoy a complimentary buffet.

Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372 VENTURE

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12 • Annual Hydrangea Viewing and Mt Fuji trips with

Kadena Information, Tickets & Travel 14 • Mother’s Day Weekend Special at Okuma Beach 15 • Private Pilot Ground School with the Kadena Aero Club

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KADENA INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL 966-7333

Your Home Away from Home

HYDRANGEA VIEWING Saturday, 28 May • 9 am - 2 pm Enjoy a lunch buffet after viewing the beautiful colors of the many hydrangeas that Mrs. Yohena at Ajisai-en in Motobu has been growing for over 30 years. Please contact Kadena ITT directly as pricing information fluctuates with the yen rate.

CLIMB MT. FUJI 14 - 18 July 11 - 15 August 21 - 25 July 18 - 22 August 28 July - 1 August 25 - 29 August 4 - 8 August Test your endurance by climbing the tallest mountain in Japan.

Join Kadena Information, Tickets & Travel on our tours this July and August. After the climb you’ll be able to spend time exploring all that Tokyo has to offer.

Mother’s Day Special Plan available.

Contact Kadena ITT for more information.

YYY CLUB IE RESORT SPECIALS Birthday Plan Couples Plan Cottage and Family Plan

UNIT RETREATS OR GROUP RESERVATIONS

Contact Brian Enloe for more information.

080-6916-6544 brian.e@jot-international.jp

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

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Father’s Day Special Plan coming in June!

Phone: 0980-49-5011

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Fax: 0980-49-5130

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Saturday, 30 April - Sunday, 1 May Gates open at noon.

Join us for the biggest party on the beach!

Don’t miss out on great food, a Fun Land, Flyboard laser shows, water activities and live entertainment from Everclear, Color Me Badd, Blake Lewis, Kemuri and more!

Memorial Day Weekend

Mother’s Day Weekend Special

Father’s Day Weekend

7 - 8 May Brunch • 10 am - 2 pm Dinner • 5 pm - close Join Okuma Beach for a beautiful Mother’s Day weekend!

Mom’s not a morning person? She can enjoy a late brunch or dinner on both days. Don’t miss out on a special live concert by Kluso and Hirara on Saturday evening.

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28 - 30 May Spend your long weekend camping out at Okuma!

We will be offering a variety of fun activities all through the weekend. Join us for water activities, games, and more, with live entertainment at Surfside Restaurant on Saturday night!

Saturday, 18 June Brunch • 8 am - 2 pm Spend the weekend camping with dad and enjoying all of the activities Okuma Beach has to offer. On Saturday, join us for a lovely Father’s Day brunch and live entertainment at Surfside Restaurant on Saturday night.

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Private Pilot Ground School

Mondays & Wednesdays • 6 pm - 8 pm Our eight-week course covers the fundamentals of flight and other aviation essentials that will prepare you for your adventures in the sky. Please stop by or call for more information.

Island Tour Flight

You’ve seen Okinawa from the pier, the beach, the seawall, and perhaps even from under the surface – but what about from the air? Take to the skies with the Kadena Aero Club to view Okinawa from a whole new perspective with a one-hour tour flight for you and two friends. This is alternatively for those interested in pursuing flight training.

Kadena Aero Club • 966-7301 VENTURE 15

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Blind Luck Scramble Golf Tournament Saturday, 21 May | $50 • Per person

Join in on this scramble with a twist! There will be no flagstick locations on any of the greens, only a hole cut in them. Players will not know where the hole is cut until they reach the green. Registration includes green and cart fees, lunch, prizes and awards. Four people are required for a team, so grab your friends and sign up at the Banyan Tree Golf Course Pro Shop!

Banyan Tree Golf Course • 966-7321

17 • Blind Luck Scramble Golf Tournament at the Banyan Tree Golf Course 18 • Hike, kayak and rock climb with Kadena Outdoor Recreation 21 • The Importance of Water Safety – We are fortunate enough to live in

one of the most beautiful, vibrant regions of the world and a fear of

water should not prevent you from taking full advantage of your time

spent here. A lack of knowledge about water safety is easily remedied

and, let’s face it, water activities are fun!

New Happy Hour at Chippers Monday - Friday • 4 pm - 5 pm

Stop by to receive 25% off pizza and beer!

Free Putter Fitting & 30 Minute Lesson

During May only, purchase a putter from the Chibana Golf Course Pro Shop and you will receive a complimentary putter fitting along with a 30 minute lesson from one of our staff members.

Chibana Golf Course • 966-7327 VENTURE 17

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Weekday Trips Looking for adventure but the kids’ crazy schedules make it difficult? Go on a day trip! Most of our day trips are conveniently offered between school drop off and pick up times! Become an Okinawan explorer for just a couple of hours a week!

Snorkeling Fridays, 6 13 & 20 May • 9 am - 2 pm $20 • Ages 12 & over Okinawa is home to abundant coral reefs and a plethora of sea creatures. Join us we explore the underwater world!

Bouldering Wednesday, 11 May • 9 am - 1 pm $10 • Ages 12 & over Sunset Paddle Thursday, 12 May & Tuesday, 24 May 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $30 • Ages 12 & over Take in some spectacular sunset views as we lead you on a relaxing paddle along the coastline.

There’s no better way to end your day or begin your evening!

River Trekking Wednesday, 18 May • 9 am - 3 pm $25 • Ages 12 & over River trekking is a combination of hiking, water sliding, jungle swinging, rope climbing and rock collecting in the midst of some of the last subtropical rain forest in Asia. Don’t forget to bring water shoes and a change of clothes!

Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Wednesday, 25 May • 10 am - noon $20 • Ages 12 & over Glide along the ocean and explore new areas.

Paintball Open Play Paintball Saturdays & Sundays • 10 am - 3 pm $15 • Field fee $25 • Rental package (includes field fee, gun, mask, hopper, tank and air)

Weekend Trips Sunabe Seawall Kayaking Saturday, 7 May • 9 am $20 • Ages 12 & over Kayak south along the Sunabe Seawall from the Kadena Marina. We’ll rest at a nearby park before making our return journey.

Snorkeling with Whale Sharks Sunday, 8 May & Sunday, 22 May • 12:45 pm - 4 pm Saturday, 14 May • 8:30 am - 11:30 am $99 • Ages 8 & over Come snorkel above these gentle giants for an opportunity to get up close and personal with one of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean.

Sea Kayaking & Snorkel at Blue Cave Sunday, 15 May • 7 am - noon $60 • Ages 12 & over Don’t miss out on this daytime trip to Blue Cave.

Kayak, snorkel gear and guide included. Bring a bottle of water and a change of clothes.

Indoor Rock Climbing or Bouldering Saturday, 21 May • 9:30 am - 1 pm $25 • Ages 12 & over Choose from rock climbing or bouldering, a form of rock climbing without any ropes or harnesses. Price includes transportation and gym fees.

Full Moon Paddle Saturday, 21 May • 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm $30 • Ages 12 & over We will watch the sun set and the moon rise and paddle under the light of the full moon. This tour only happens once a month.

Classes Intro to Kayaking Tuesdays, 10 & 24 May • 9 am - noon $20 • Ages 12 & over

Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343 18 WWW.KADENAFSS.COM

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Just Add Water

Dive Charters Make sure to register for our upcoming dive trips to the Keramas and other local sites!

THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER SAFETY

Dive Classes Extended Hours for Summer We’re now offering extended summer hours!

Be sure to stop by the Kadena Marina and see all of the great programs and equipment we have available!

Seaside Cinema Saturday, 30 April • Sunset Saturday, 28 May • Sunset Grab your favorite inner tube and watch a movie beachside at the Kadena Marina!

Bring your family on Saturday, 30 April for a showing of Finding Nemo.

On Saturday, 28 May, we’ll be showing the cult classic, Jaws. No oversized inflatables allowed due to safety reasons.

Now is the time to get dive certified! We have a variety of PADI classes to accommodate your schedule and experience levels from Open Water to Advanced classes. Sign up at the Kadena Marina or call for more information.

Equipment Rentals Come check out all of the equipment we have available for rent at Kadena Marina.

We offer stand up paddle boards, surfboards, kayaks, masks, snorkels, fins and more to suit your needs!

Watercraft Rentals Enjoy Okinawa via powerboat, sail boat, or jet ski!

We have a variety of watercraft available for rent.

A two-hour safety class is required to rent motorized watercraft and are held Friday through Sunday from 9 am to 11 am.

Text • Kellie Anthony & Christine Phillipp Photos • Ryan Burger

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f you’re like me, you grew up in a landlocked zone without a lot of access to the water. Central Texas, during drought season, didn’t exactly prepare me for spending time in the water let alone how to handle emergencies that could potentially take place in the water. Moving to Okinawa was scary in a lot of ways - a large factor being that it is a tropical island. Which, if you’re not familiar with geography, means that it’s surrounded by water on all four sides. Let me just get this out there, water and I go together about as well as cats and water. I’m an Aquarius, but that’s as close to aqueous as I get. A pool or beach day for me means I’m laying by the water, not getting in it ad a major contributor to that is the fact that I don’t really have the training or background to support my confidence in the water. And while it’s fun to joke about not being comfortable in the water, it’s actually a very serious issue. Did you know that the reason Michael Phelps even began swimming in the first place was to learn water safety? Being prepared for water safety is something that should be on everyone’s to do list, especially while living here on Okinawa.

Living on Okinawa allows you to experience the water in every way possible.

With boating, kayaking, jet skis, snorkeling, diving and lounging poolside, the possibilities are endless. We are fortunate enough to live in one of the most beautiful, vibrant regions of the world and a fear of water should not prevent you from taking full advantage of your time spent here. A lack of knowledge about water safety is easily remedied and, let’s face it, water activities are fun! However, accidents do happen, and it’s of the utmost importance that we know how to handle those situations should they arise; it’s important to know that you can respond.

Luckily, the Kadena Force Support Squadron has an extensive Aquatics program.

Kadena Aquatics is here to teach us how to optimize safety during our stay in the water. I’m definitely going to take advantage of their programs and you should too!

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Water Safety Tips & Facts: Teach Them Young – Young children are especially prone to accidents involving water. Teach them to be comfortable in the water and how to swim.

It’s important to educate them early about water safety. Programs such as Swim Life, offered by Kadena Aquatics, provides the perfect opportunity.

You’ve Got a Friend In Me – Use the buddy system! Don’t swim alone - always designate a swim partner!

Get Certified – Through the Kadena Aquatics Lifeguarding Certification you can guarantee that you’ll always be in the water safety know for any situation.

Suit Up! – Always make sure you’ve got a well-fitted personal floatation device or life jacket while on the ocean. Anyone who is not comfortable with swimming should always use personal floatation devices. Even the most experienced swimmers would be smart to take this precaution.

Wear Sunscreen – No one likes sunburns or sunstroke, so be sure to keep your skin protected! Use a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher and be sure to wear hats and sunglasses while out in the sun for extended periods of time.

Stay Hydrated – Water, Water Everywhere… But not a drop to drink. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and alert, especially in the Okinawan summer heat.

Constant Vigilance – Be alert and aware of your surroundings. Always actively monitor children in and around the pool. Make note of designated swimming areas and which areas are banned from recreational use. Remember, when going to the ocean, monitor sea conditions because they can change rapidly.

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Sentry Century 100K Bike Race

Lifeguard Certification Class 2 - 6 & 16 - 20 May 4 pm - 8 pm $155 • Per person

Love to swim? Need a summer job? Or maybe you want to make a career out of it? Kadena Outdoor Recreation and Kadena Aquatics will offer lifeguard certifications courses through the month of May. With this class you will learn basic lifeguarding skills and receive an American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate. Classes will take place at Fairchild Pool. For more information or to register, contact Fairchild Pool at 634-6425.

Lifeguard Recruitment

Recruiting now for the coolest job on the planet! Make some extra cash and become a lifeguard for Kadena Aquatics. All lifeguards must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate. If you’re not certified, sign up now for one of our classes!

Saturday, 14 May • 7:30 am Take on Kadena’s first 100K cycling race!

Cheer on cyclists take as they take on this challenging race! Prizes will go to the top male, female and team finishers.

Powerlifting competition Saturday, 21 May • 10 am Are you Kadena’s strongest?

Compete in deadlift, squat and bench press and show what you got! Free and open to all ranks and services.

5-on-5 Indoor Soccer Tournament Friday, 27 May • 6 pm Back by popular demand!

Open to 10 teams!

Free and open to all ranks and services.

MAY FITNESS month at the

Risner Fitness Center and Sports Pro Shop

Hagerstrom Pool Opening Memorial Day Weekend Hagerstrom Pool will be opening Memorial Day weekend for the summer. Please note that the pool will have limited hours and only be available on Saturdays and Sundays until school is released for the summer.

Kadena Singles Tennis Tournaments Men’s Intermediate Division & Women’s Open Division

Fairchild Pool Hours Lap Swim Monday - Friday • 5 am - 7 pm Saturday • 5 pm - 7 pm

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Saturday, 21 May • 1 pm - 6 pm | Register by • Sunday, 15 May $20 • Per person

Men’s Open Division & Women’s Intermediate Division

May Fitness Month Aerobathon Saturday, 14 May • 9 am Challenge yourself at this free event and celebrate May Fitness Month with some of your favorite group exercise classes.

Risner Fitness Center 634-5128 Risner Sports Pro Shop 966-7431

Saturday, 28 May • 1 pm - 6 pm | Register by • Sunday, 15 May $20 • Per person

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recreation The Walking Dead League!

Sundays • 2 pm League begins Sunday, 8 May Registration ends • Sunday, 8 May This league is an Air Force wide program featuring the AMC television hit “The Walking Dead!”

Bowlers participating in this league will get their choice of Walking Dead bowling balls or pins.

Three centers across the Air Force will send their winning team on a Walker Stalker Cruise!

Karaoke Contest Tuesday, 10 May • 7 pm Sing your favorite song for a chance to win a $50 FSS Gift Card!

May Specials

JCI Inspection Appointment

Six Game Shootout

May Classes

$129* • JCI Concierge Service

Sunday, 22 May Registration • High noon Games begin • 1 pm Come and test your ability against our USBC Sport Compliant lane condition and the best bowlers on the island! Will you be the one left standing at the end? Entry is just $60 and first place is guaranteed $300!

Sit back and relax, we’ll do the work for you! We’ll perform a 79-point safety inspection, recommend any required repairs, and even take your car to be inspected. Actual additional fees for inspection, weight tax, and JCI insurance starting at $320 are required. *Price varies with yen rate and weight tax. Additional charges for needed repairs will be discussed with customer and quote must be approved before proceeding. If vehicle needs repairs exceeding actual value, customer only pays for safety check. Service available for “Y” plates only. Call today to schedule your appointment.

Stop by for discounts on safety inspections and air conditioning services.

DIY • Oil Change Wednesday, 11 May • 6:30 pm DIY • Spare Tire Change Wednesday, 25 May • 6:30 pm

Auto Hobby Center 966-7355 • 050-5865-1891/1892

Our summer leagues are getting ready to start so grab your friends sign up at Emery Lanes.

Saturday Juniors Saturdays • 8:30 am League begins Saturday, 7 May Walking Dead League Sundays • 2 pm League begins Sunday, 8 May Adult/Junior League Mondays • 6:30 pm League begins Monday, 9 May Summer Intramurals Tuesdays • 6:30 pm League begins Tuesday, 10 May Friday Night Rollers Fridays • 6:30 pm League begins Friday, 3 June Summer BS No-Tap League Thursdays • 6:30 pm League begins Thursday, 9 June

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AIRMAN AND FAMILY READINESS CENTER

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634-3366

31 • Pokémon leagues and tournaments for all ages, ranks

and services at the Kadena Officers’ Club 32 • Masquerade Ball at the Kadena Teen Center 34 • Mother & Child High Tea with the Kadena Base Library

at the USO Kadena 35 • Golden Week – For many, this is the longest vacation time

allotted during the year. It gives people time off to spend with

family to travel, recharge and to reflect on their country’s history

and blessings.

For information on all of our programs, please call or stop by!

Sponsorship Training

2016 Job Fair

This training is designed to support, direct, and train unit monitors, first-time sponsors, and those who have not been a sponsor in the past year. You’ll learn about the sponsorship program, roles and responsibilities, the mandatory online sponsorship application and training as well as Kadena specific guidance from different facilities.

This event is open to all SOFA status personnel. Individuals looking for employment, volunteer or educational opportunities can meet with local employers, organizations and colleges. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and network. Don’t forget your resume!

Thursday, 5 May • 9 am - 10:30 am Register by Tuesday, 3 May.

Friday, 3 June • 10 am - 2 pm At the Schilling Community Center

Money Management Friday, 13 May • 9 am - 11 am Register by Wednesday 11, May.

Learn to create and establish a working budget to manage savings, checking and reduce debt based on individual goals.

Green Card and Immigrant Visa Briefing

Friday, 3 June • 10 am - noon Register by Wednesday, 1 June.

Federal Job Search

Thursday, 26 May • 1 pm - 3:30 pm Register by Tuesday, 24 May. Trying to get your foot in the federal service doorway? Learn how to navigate USAJOBS and gain insight on how to create a federal resume that will capture the hiring manager’s attention.

Join us for a class on how to obtain your green card or immigrant visa.

Representatives from the U.S. Consulate-General will provide detailed information on the application process and advice on filling out the applications.

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Give Parents a Break Saturday, 14 May • 6 pm - 10 pm Wakaba CDC and Shima No Ko SAC Ages six weeks to 12 years Sign up by noon on Wednesday, 11 May.

Family Child Care Interested in offering child care from the comfort of home or searching for providers who do? We have fully licensed and insured providers who offer:

Give Parents a Break is designed to provide child care for active duty Air Force families with deployed or TDY spouses and those with special hardships.

• Full and part time • Hourly • Extended duty • Weekend • Subsidy and after school care

Step 1 • Receive a referral from the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 634-3366 or speak with your commander or first sergeant.

Step 2 • After receiving a referral, contact Resource & Referral at 632-7693.

Our providers also accept PCS and volunteer vouchers. If you would like to become a provider, contact Family Child Care at 634-0514 or visit building 1850 for more information on our next class.

Parents’ Night Out Don’t qualify for a referral but still need a break? For $20 you can participate, too!

Contact Resource & Referral at 632-7693.

Open to all ranks and services.

DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES WITH CERTIFIED DOG TRAINERS Group classes, private consultations and puppy workshops available! Contact the Karing Kennels Boarding Facility for more information.

Did you know you need approval to offer more than 10 hours of weekly on base child care? Expand your at-home business with Family Child Care!

Kadena Base Library’s

Not Your Mother’s Book Club

Wednesday, 11 May • 6:30 pm The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein Join us as we discuss this sweet tale of a dog that will tug on every heart string. Learn about Enzo’s life and how he and his owner had a bond that can only be shared between man and canine.

Kiddie Disco Wednesday, 18 May $7.95 • Adults ($1 member discount) $4.95 • Kids ($1 member discount) Open to all ranks and services.

Pokémon League Night At the Kadena Officers’ Club Wednesdays • 5 pm Hone in on your trading card game or your video game skills.

Compete in officially sanctioned tournament play!

Defeat the 8 Okinawa Pokémon Gym Leaders to earn their badges. Enter the weekly trivia contest to win official Pokémon plushies or booster packs!

Free and open to all ranks, services and ages.

Tournaments Every Saturday Registration • 9 am Games Begin • 10 am $15 • Master Division (Ages 16 & up) $10 • Senior Division (Ages 12 -15) $5 • Junior Division (Ages 11 & under) Test your trading card game or video game skills for the chance to win great prizes and become the champion!

Kadena Base Library • 634-1502

Karing Kennels Boarding Facility • 966-7339

PET ADOPTION DAYS Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays Noon - 5:45 pm Rescue is my favorite breed.

Karing Kennels Adoption Facility • 966-7338

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Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409

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Friday, 27 May

7:30 pm - 9 pm • Ages 13 - 15 9 pm - 11 pm • Ages 16 - 18 Free • Members $3 • Nonmembers Masquerade! Paper faces on parade! Masquerade! Hear ye! Hear ye!

The teens of Kadena are hereby cordially invited to a night of dining and dancing at the Kadena Teen Center’s Membership Night Masquerade Ball.

You may join our Art Club in making your mask or you may bring one of your own.

Attire is semi-formal. Hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Please RSVP by Thursday, 26 May.

National Fitness Competition

Okinawa World

Friday, 6 May Show off your strength!

The Teen Center is hosting a National Fitness Competition. Teens will participate in individual events like push ups, sit ups and runs. There will also be single and team events like relays, jump rope and hula hoops. Teens will be able to get out and get active while supporting the Boys and Girls Club of America’s worldwide event.

Saturday, 28 May • 10 am - 4 pm ¥1600 • Per person Members will get to experience the fun and adventure of Okinawa World.

They will get to see caves, music performances and even a few reptiles during their visit. It is a trip they won’t want to miss! Please bring extra yen for souvenirs and food. Registration is open to Teen Center members only and ends Friday, 27 May.

Teen Center • 634-3866 32 WWW.KADENAFSS.COM

Recognition Ceremony & Monthly Birthday Celebration

Friday, 6 May • 5 pm Help us recognize our Member of the Month for outstanding attitude, helpfulness, friendliness and politeness. We will also be celebrating our members with May birthdays!

Okinawa Museum

Saturday, 14 May • 10 am - 2 pm $7 • Per person Join us as we explore different Okinawan artifacts and art! This trip is for members only and preregistration is required.

Bowling Tournament at Emery Lanes Extended Open Rec

Friday, 6 May • 7 pm Come hang out with your friends for an additional hour and enjoy some yummy snacks!

Friday, 20 May • 4 pm - 5:30 pm $5 • Per member Show off your bowling skills with the Kadena Youth Center! This trip is for members only and preregistration is required!

Youth Center • 634-0500

All trips and activities are for ages 9 to 12 unless otherwise specified.

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Mother & Child

High Tea at the USO Kadena

Golden

SATURDAY, 7 MAY • 3 PM - 5 PM You are cordially invited to attend an exquisite afternoon of tea, sweets and etiquette on the afternoon of the seventh of May at the USO Kadena. Sign up at the Kadena Base Library’s circulation desk.

Kadena Base Library • 634-1502

ゴールデンウィーク MONDAY - FRIDAY• 10 AM - 5 PM Walk-in registration for youth soccer and volleyball starts this month and will $65 • PER CHILD run until all spots are filled. Immunization and yearly physical records must be presented to register child. Space is limited.

SOCCER Ages 5 - 15 Registration dates based on age.

Ages 5 - 6 • Monday, 2 May Ages 7 - 8 • Wednesday, 4 May Ages 9 - 10 • Friday, 6 May Ages 11 - 12 • Tuesday, 10 May Ages 13 - 15 • Tuesday, 10 May Practice begins • Monday, 29 August Games every Saturday 24 September - 19 November VOLLEYBALL Ages 9 - 15 Registration begins • Monday, 2 May Practice begins • Monday, 29 August Games every Saturday 24 September - 19 November

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Text • Rachel Kuhn | Photos • Att Eachus

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very year at the end of April and the beginning of May something happens here in Japan. Storefronts and restaurants go dark as people come and go for a week of holidays and vacations. Golden Week is a string of four national holidays that are always observed at this time of year. In 1948, the National Holiday Laws denoted nine official holidays, many of which fell at the end of April and the beginning of May. As many Japanese people took time away from their jobs to spend time with family, travel and take part in leisure activities, these industries saw a sudden rise in their revenue generation.

Much like Black Friday in the States, Golden Week received its name due to this happening. “Golden Time,” which for Japanese radio stations is the time at which their listener base is the highest, also lends a part in the naming of Golden Week when the customer base for many service industries sees a large spike. Golden week is comprised of Showa Day, Constitution Day, Greenery Day and Children’s Day, each with historical and cultural significance.

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Showa Day marks the beginning of Golden Week. April 29th is the birthday of the Emperor Showa. As with some of the other days celebrated during Golden Week, Showa Day was not always a recognized holiday nor was it always on the 29th of April. Originally, Greenery Day was celebrated on this day, but in 2006 the government of Japan adjusted the holiday schedule of Golden Week.

Emperor Showa passed away in 1989 after a 63 year reign and the holiday was designated more to remind the Japanese people of everything that happened during Emperor Showa’s rule which encompassed World War II, two attempted coups d’état and major changes in the political climate of Japan. Showa Day encourages people to take time to reflect on theirs and their country’s history.

Of all the holidays during Golden Week, Constitution Day may be the most self-explanatory. It has been a national holiday since May 3, 1947 and celebrates the signing of the Constitution of Japan, calling the Japanese people to

reflect on their post-World War country and government.

Originally, Greenery Day was celebrated on the 29th of April. It pays homage to the Emperor Akihito who had a great love and affinity for plants and nature. As with the other holidays of Golden Week, Greenery Day calls Japan to reflect on the many blessings Mother Earth has bestowed upon her. Since 2007, Greenery Day has been celebrated on the 4th of May. With Golden Week comes the hanging of carp streamers.

This is perhaps one of the most distinct images that comes to mind when thinking of Golden Week. The carp streamers, hung for Children’s Day on May 5th, were originally hung as banners in ancient times for samurai going into battle. Like today, the banners were painted with bright colors and had pictures of carp on them, and over time, the banners turned into the windsocks we now see. Their meaning, however, has stayed much the same through the years. In Japanese culture, the

carp is a symbol of courage, strength and health as they have been known to swim up waterfalls, a metaphor for entering adulthood from childhood. Boys’ Day was a time for families to celebrate and honor their sons as they hoped their sons would grow up with the characteristics of the carp.

Today, families celebrate Children’s Day with streamers for each member of the family. The top streamer represents the whole family and is usually colorful and includes a family crest. Next, the father’s carp streamer is generally black and followed by the mother’s red carp streamer. The children’s carp are at the bottom and are hung in relation to their age, in decreasing size and in colors such as blue, green, purple or orange. Children’s Day has been celebrated for over 1000 years but was formerly known as Boys’ Day. It wasn’t until 1948 that the government adjusted the name and designated it an official national holiday to honor both sons and daughters.

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family Here on Okinawa, there are a few events that coincide with Golden Week. The annual Mud Festival, or Tanbo, is exactly what the name would have you believe it is. In Japanese, tanbo means flooded field and if you’ve ever seen a flooded field, you know there’s an abundance of mud. Traipsing through the mud beneath a plethora of carp streamers is usually accompanied by games, live music and festival food.

Festival goers can also get to work catching flowing somen noodles. A warm-weather tradition, the somen noodles are most commonly served via bamboo chute.

The noodles are very long and thin and flow quickly down a bamboo chute into a large bowl at the very end. People can test their chopstick skills and dexterity as they try to let minimal noodles slip by. Oftentimes, festivals like this will stretch late into the night as mud-covered participants take photos and enjoy the atmosphere trying to get a photo to capture the events.

The goal being to become almost unrecognizable at day’s end.

For many, this is the longest vacation time allotted during the year. It gives people time off to spend with family to travel, recharge and to reflect on their country’s history and blessings.

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Want to learn more about Golden Week and Japanese culture? Visit the Kadena Base Library and check out these titles:

Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands by Robert Walker

share your journey

Folktales of Okinawa by Shoji Endo Okinawa: An Introduction by Namio Shinjo

MAY LIBRARY ACTIVITIES Cultural Awareness • Boys’ Day Thursday, 12 May • 4 pm - 5 pm Discover the fascinating history of Boys’ Day in Japan.

STEM Saturday Saturday, 14 May • 10 am Come for a morning of outside fun enjoying and learning about nature.

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FOCUS Story Time Wednesday, 11 May • 10 am Book • I Like Where I Am by Jessica Harper Craft • Put your favorite things from Okinawa

in a box.

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Tuesday Two for One Tuesdays • 4 pm - 9 pm Served with two sides, fresh bread and your choice of a house salad or soup.

• Thai Chili Chicken • Pork Chops with apples • Rib Eye Steak • Vegetarian Chimichanga • Grilled Salmon

41 • Lasagna and Garlic Toast Thursday night Drive by Dinners

from the Banyan Tree Club 42 • Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich with Ranch Fried Pickles

at Café Latte.

43 • Margaritas & Mojitos at Seaside Ristorante 45 • A Tribute to National Burger Month at Chili’s

Wednesday Night Homestyle Buffet Wednesdays • 5 pm - 8:30 pm Limited menu available • 4 pm - 9 pm $10.95 • Adults ($1 member discount) $4.95 • Ages 4 - 10 $1 • Ages 3 & under All you can eat buffet featuring your favorite homestyle dishes like meatloaf and fried chicken.

Thursday Night Drive By Dinners Thursdays • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Lasagna with Garlic Toast $9 • Per person ($1 member discount) $6 • Ages 11 & under Limited quantities available so come by early!

Weekend Specials Friday, Saturday and Sunday Nights Includes soup and salad, fresh bread, coffee and tea.

• Tempura Scallops • Prime Rib $19.95 • 10 oz $23.95 • 14 oz Sunday Mini Breakfast Buffet & T-Bones Dining Room Service Sundays • 8 am - 2:30 pm

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Month Long Special • Frito Pie Corn chips topped with chili, cheese, salsa and beans.

Pizza of the Month • Taco Pizza Everything you love about tacos...on a pizza!

Daily Patio Line Up Mondays and Wednesdays All you can eat Pasta and Pizza Tuesdays Backyard Barbeque Bonanza with chicken, beef or pork ribs Thursdays Teppanyaki featuring chicken, beef, pork or shrimp Fridays Grilled Ribeye Steak with all the fixings

Statehood Admission Day

Thursday, 12 May • 11 am - 1:30 pm Free Teppanyaki to enlisted Air Force Club members from Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Carolina and Rhode Island. Please show your state ID and active Air Force Club membership card to receive a free meal.

Retiree Club Membership Appreciation Every last Friday of the month, retirees receive an additional $1 discount in T-Bones with the purchase of a full breakfast or lunch entrée. Must be an Air Force Club member and show retired military ID and active enlisted Air Force Club Card to receive

Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372

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Café Latte

Mojitos

Mojitos Margaritas

Traditional Strawberry Mango

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Margaritas

$9

Traditional Tropical

$9

Seaside After Hours Friday, 6 May • 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm Not ready to call it a night after attending the International Wine Gala? Extend your Friday night at Seaside Ristorante with live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and specialty cocktails.

Seaside Ristorante • 966-7401

Chicken Taco Rice Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich A hearty serving of juicy buffalo ranch chicken with melted Gouda, ranch fried pickels, served on an onion roll with a side of Bleu Cheese.

Your classic Okinawan favorite with a chicken twist!

Comes with a side of salsa and a drink.

Breakfast Pizza Seafood Lunch Buffet Friday, 13 May $19.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $10.95 • Ages 4 - 11 ($2 member discount) Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409

Scrambled eggs, onions, peppers, diced tomato, cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and your choice of bacon or sausage.

Café Latte • 966-7409 Located inside the Kadena Officers’ Club

Breakfast Burrito Enjoy this breakfast favorite all month long!

AirPower Café • 966-7405 Located near the flight line

Tee House • 966-7429

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A TRIBUTE TO

Tuesday, 24 May • 11 am Stop by for a traditional turkey lunch with all of the fixings!

Feast on turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce, green beans, yams and pumpkin pie!

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In Brooklyn’s Bar Thursday, 5 May • 5 pm - 9:30 pm Come to Brooklyn’s Bar during May for a special of two tacos of your choice, an order of nachos and a margarita for one low price!

All month, enjoy a burger with your choice of five different mayonnaise options! Served with lettuce, tomato and red onions, you’ll enjoy this tasty fiesta.

Strikers Café • 966-7303 Located inside Emery lanes 44 WWW.KADENAFSS.COM

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BEHIND OUR

HouSe-MadE GARLIC DILL

PICKLES •••••••••••• A lot of thought, love and attention to detail goes into our Craft Burgers. That includes setting aside 6 hours to make our own signature pickles. It may seem like a lot of time, and it is. But one taste and you’ll agree it’s worth every minute.

The cucumbers come to our kitchen farm fresh.

We then sort, select, wash and chop them by hand.

We make the brine from scratch, using spices such as dill, peppercorn and mustard seed.

SWeeT & smOkeY BUrgEr This burger features Chili’s own mango infused BBQ sauce and is paired with lettuce, tomato, cheese, bacon and onion rings. The new Craft Burgers from Chili’s are served on potato buns, which are my personal favorite. Out of the four burgers I have been able to try, the Sweet and Smokey Burger topped them all. What’s better than a burger with onion rings and mango BBQ sauce on it?! Chili’s uses fresh ingredients, so you know you’re getting a quality burger every time. Those fresh ingredients come together to create so much flavor all wrapped into one tasty, juicy burger! The best part? You can decide the temperature at which you would like your burger cooked! I will definitely be back for another.

Written by • Ariel Tipton

THe oldtimEr Keep it simple. Don’t reinvent the wheel. From the beginning of time that’s what the greats have said, and Chili’s listened. The Oldtimer is a simple classic, elevated with a Chili’s twist. The softness of the potato bun is perfectly complemented by the house-made garlic dill quickles (quick pickles, for the non foodies of the world). One bite and you’ll second guess every food choice you’ve ever made that didn’t involve this burger.

The Oldtimer can be ordered with or without Cheddar and is served with all the burger basics: lettuce, tomato, red onion and mustard. The beef is a perfectly seared, juicy dream come true. It’s seasoned by hand and will have you drooling into the early morning wondering if dinner for breakfast can be the next fad diet. The Oldtimer holds its own up against even the fanciest of burgers.

Written by • Amy Jo Selby

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We brine them just long enough to have the crunchiest, crispiest pickles around.

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CLasSic baCon buRgeR Burger lovers rejoice! The Classic Bacon Burger is everything you’d want a classic to be. Juicy beef. Melted sharp cheddar.

Fresh tomatoes. Crisp lettuce, red onion and house made garlic dill pickles. And of course, bacon.

how it should be. The flavors of typical burger anatomy are enhanced ten fold by Chili’s new Signature sauce, which combines mystique and magic to create something wonderful.

It’s paired with an extra side of the new house made garlic dill pickles as well as Chili’s French fries. Your expectations can and should be quite high with this craft burger. If you’re a more conventional burger lover that doesn’t like to fool around with all the bells and whistles of other burger offerings, then the Classic Bacon Burger is a sure bet. Each bite, albeit a little messy, will have your taste buds singing the praise of traditional burger making. There’s nothing fancy about the Classic Bacon Burger and, I think, that’s

The long and short of it is that the Classic Bacon Burger won’t disappoint you. It won’t forget to call or write. It will always remember your birthday. You may have to do your part on going to Chili’s for your birthday, but they say relationships are a two way street. I digress. Do yourself a favor and go eat this burger. Treat yourself.

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Written by • Rachel Kuhn

SOutHerN SMokEhoUse buRgeR The Southern Smokehouse Burger features onion rings, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, house-made garlic dill pickles and Chili’s Classic BBQ sauce. The pickles and BBQ sauce make this burger tangy with a hint of spice from the pickles. If you haven’t had the chance to try Chili’s new house-made garlic dill pickles, now is the time. Not only are some on the burger, you will also receive a side to add or simply enjoy by themselves. Really, they’re that good to eat alone. Although the Sweet and Smokey is my favorite, the Southern Smokehouse comes in at a very close second.

Which BBQ burger will be your favorite? I guess you’ll have to try them both! Happy eating!

Written by • Ariel Tipton

Special Announcement!

On Monday, 16 May, Chili’s will be closing for renovation to provide an even better dining experience. But never fear, Chili’s Too will still be serving Craft Burgers to keep the National Burger Month celebration going as long as possible!

Chili’s • 966-7360 Chili’s Too • 966-7366 VENTURE 49

Memorial Day Slice of Cake WINGZ @THE BEACH Complimentary Cake with each Meal purchase over $6.00.

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FAMIL Y !

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at the Crow‛s Nest Club May 6th, 5-8pm

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Big Screen Cartoon Movie, A Clown, Magician, Bounces, Balloons, For more information call Crow‛s Nest Club 966-7294/050-5865-3084,Food and beverages sold separately

May 8th

at the Crow’s Nest Club

11am – 9pm

ADULTS - $15.95 KIDS (6-10) $7.95

EGGS/OMELETS STATION COOKED TO ORDER, WAFFLE STATION, ROAST BEEF CARVING STATION, SPINANCH LASAGNA, CRAB RANGOONS WITH SESAME-GINGER SOY SAUCE, JALAPENO WON TON POPPERS, GYOZA, BACON & SAUSAGE, MASHED POTATOES, BUTTERED CORN, GREEN BEANS, HOME FRIES, TATER TOTS, FRESH FRUIT, VARIETY OF PANCAKES, FRENCH TOAST, ASSORTED PASTRIES, BEVERAGE STATION (COFFEE, TEA AND JUICE)

at the Port of Call Club

11am – 8pm $13.95

Jumbo Deep Fried Shrimp & Savory Bake Chicken Diane with Rice Pilaf, Peas & Carrots, Buttered Corn on the Cob, Homemade Dinner Roll Twists.

Dessert your Choice of Cake or Banana Pudding

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May 8th 7am at White Beach

5月8日 午前７時∼ ホワイトビーチにて

Family Fun Night is FREE and open to All ranks, services & ages.

Special

スプリントトライアスロン大会

Fee: ¥5250 per person Open to: 16 and over 622-1877 参加費 : ¥5250（１人）参加資格 : 16才以上ならどなたでも 098-954-1877 English Entrty

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White Beach Friendship Bicycle Criterium Race 2016 ホワイトビーチフレンドシップ自転車レース2016

2016.6.5 7am-2pm

at White Beach

ホワイトビーチにて

Open to SOFA Status and Local Nationals SOFAと日本国民ならどたなたでも * Registration required.

* 要受付

Entry Fee: ¥5,250

参加費:

¥5,250

Check facebook for registration details For more information contact to

お問い合わせ先

632-4013 / Off base（オフベースから）098-962-4013

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facility phone numbers & hours of operation CLUBS & DINING

Banyan Tree Club Bldg. 431 Customer Service Kadena: 966-7372 JP: 050-5533-3094 Sun-Thu 9 am - midnight Fri & Sat 9 am - 3 am Catering Kadena: 966-7369 JP: 050-5865-1870 Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm Delivery Kadena: 966-7375 JP: 050-5865-3094 Sun-Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri-Sat 4 pm - midnight Snack Bar & Internet Café Kadena: 966-7377 JP: 050-5865-1872 Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Fri 6:30 am - midnight Sat 8 am - midnight Sun 8 am - 10 pm Lounge Sun-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Fri & Sat 4 pm - 3 am

Platters Snack Bar & Breyers Bldg. 455 Kadena: 966-7426 JP: 050-5865-1882 Mon-Fri 7 am - 4 pm Sat, Sun & Holidays Closed Holidays Closed

Seaside Ristorante Bldg. 3629A Kadena: 966-7401 JP: 050-5865-1883 Sun, Wed, & Thu 11 am - 8:30 pm Fri & Sat 11 am - 9 pm Mon & Tue Closed Tee House Restaurant Bldg. 11 Kadena: 966-7429 JP: 050-5865-1884 Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 am Lunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 6:30 pm

RECREATION

Aero Club & Flight Training Center Bldg. 736 Kadena: 966-7301 JP: 050-5865-1885 Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 11 am - 3 pm Sun Closed

Arts & Crafts Center Bldg. 435 Crafty Things & Balloon Corner Kadena Officers’ Club Bldg. 313 Kadena: 966-7347 JP: 050-5865-1886 Customer Service Mon-Thu 10 am - 8 pm Kadena: 966-7409 JP: 050-5865-1873 Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Catering Keepsakes Plus Kadena: 966-7408 JP: 050-5865-1874 Kadena: 966-7352 JP: 050-5865-1887 Barber Shop Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Mon-Sat 9 am - 5 pm FrameWorks Sun & Holidays Closed Kadena: 966-7353 JP: 050-5865-1888 Café Latte Tue-Thu 10 am - 8 pm Kadena: 966-7416 JP: 050-5865-1875 Fri-Mon 10 am - 6 pm Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Mud Factory Fri 6:30 am - 12 am Kadena: 966-7351 JP: 050-5865-1890 Sat 7:30 am - 12 am Mon & Tues Closed Sun 2 pm - 10 pm Wed-Thu 12 pm - 8 pm Lounge Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Mon-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Wooden Solutions Fri 4 pm - 2 am Kadena: 966-7349 JP: 050-5865-1889 Sat 5 pm - 1 am Tue-Thu 12 pm - 8 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Daily Lunch Buffet Auto Hobby Center Bldg. 1436 Mon-Fri 11 am - 1:30 pm Parts Store/Cashier Holidays & PACAF Family Days Closed Kadena: 966-7355 JP: 050-5865-1891 Sunday Champagne Brunch 9:30 am - 2 pm Mon-Fri 8 am - 8 pm Skoshi Rocker Bldg. 103 Sat 8 am - 9 pm Kadena: 966-7255 JP: 03-4580-0515 Sun 10 am - 6 pm Sun-Thu 8 am - midnight Service Maintenance/Tool Room Fri 10 am - 3 am Kadena: 966-7356 JP: 050-5865-1892 Sat 8 am - 3 am Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat 8 am - 9 pm AirPower Café Bldg. 3522 Sun 10 am - 6 pm Kadena: 966-7405 JP: 050-5865-1878 Do It Yourself Mon-Fri 6 am - 2 pm Mon-Fri 11 am - 8 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed Sat 8 am - 9 pm 10 am - 6 pm Chili’s Grill & Bar Bldg. 105 Sun Kadena: 966-7360 JP: 050-5865-1879 Banyan Tree Golf Course Bldg. 12 Mon-Sun 11 am - 10 pm Kadena: 966-7321 JP: 050-5865-1893 Winter hours (1 Nov - 31 Mar) Pro Shop Wed-Mon 6 am - 6 pm Tue 9 am - 6 pm Golf Course 7 am - Dusk Jack’s Place Bldg. 9950 Wed-Mon Noon - Dusk Kadena: 966-7422 JP: 050-5865-1881 Tue Driving Range Mon Closed Mon 6 am - 6 pm Tue, Wed & Thu 1st & 3rd Tue 8 am - 7:30 pm Dining Room & Teppanyaki 5 pm - 9 pm 2nd & 4th Tue 6 am - 7:30 pm Fri & Sat Wed-Sun 6 am - 7:30 pm Dining Room & Teppanyaki 5 pm - 10 pm Owari Lounge Closed Sun Dining Room & Teppanyaki 5 pm - 9 pm Summer hours (1 Apr - 31 Oct) Pro Shop Johnson Dining Facility Bldg. 843 Wed-Mon 5:30 am - 6 pm Kadena: 634-4494 Tue 9 am - 6 pm Mon-Thu Golf Course Breakfast 6 am - 8:30 am Wed-Mon 6 am - Dusk Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Tue Noon - Dusk Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm Driving Range Midnight Meal 10 pm - 1 am Mon 5:30 am - 6 pm Friday Tue 9 am - 7:30 pm Breakfast 6:30 am - 8:30 am Wed-Sun 5:30 am - 7:30 pm Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Owari Lounge Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm Mon & Tue Closed No Midnight Meal Wed-Fri 1 pm - 6 pm Flight Kitchen Sat & Sun 11 am - 6 pm Kadena: 634-4418 *Open on all American holidays from 1 pm - 6 pm Open 24-hours, seven days a week Chibana Golf Course Bldg. 55061 JP: 050-5865-1894 Marshall Dining Facility Bldg. 178 Kadena: 966-7327 Pro Shop Kadena: 634-1900 Mon-Fri 6:30 am - 6 pm Mon-Fri Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6 am - 6 pm Breakfast 5:30 am - 8 am Driving Range Lunch 10:30 am - 1 pm Mon, Wed- Fri 6 am - 6:30 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7:30 pm Tue 9 am - 6:30 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6 am - 6:30 pm Weekends, Holidays, & down days Chippers Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Mon, Wed, Thu, & Fri 7 am - 6 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Tue 9 am - 6 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6:30 am - 6 pm Chili’s Too Bldg. 337 Kadena: 966-7366 JP: 050-5865-1880 Sun-Thu 11 am - 9 pm Fri & Sat 11 am - midnight

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Emery Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 113 Kadena: 966-7303 JP: 050-5865-1895 Mon-Thu 7 am - 10 pm Fri 7 am - 1 am Sat 8 am - 1 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 8 pm Strikers Café Mon-Thu 7 am - 9:30 pm Fri 7 am - 12:30 am Sat 8 am - 12:30 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 7:30 pm Breakfast Mon-Fri 7 am - 11 am Sat 8 am - 11 am Brooklyn’s Mon - Thu 5 pm - 10 pm Fri & Sat 5 pm - 1 am Sun & Holidays Closed *Last call for bar is 30 minutes prior to close.

Call for special functions and party reservations.

Bldg. 451 Kadena Base Library 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: 050-5865-1896 Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun Closed Kadena Marina One mile north of Kadena Gate 1 Scuba & Sea Kadena: 966-7345 JP: 050-5865-1898 Mon & Wed-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Tue Closed Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pm Boating Operations Kadena: 966-7282 Mon & Wed-Fri 10 am - 5 pm Tue Closed Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 5 pm Okuma Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58 Reservation Desk 631-1991/1992 Daily 8 am - 5 pm Surfside Restaurant 631-1805 For breakfast, lunch, and dinner times, visit www.kadenafss.com/rec/okuma Boating (Okuma Beach Mart) 631-1816 Daily 9 am - 5 pm Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 614 Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 050-5865-1899 Rental Equipment Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 8 am - 5 pm Sun & Holidays Closed Reservation for Flea Market & Parks Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 050-5865-1899 Paintball Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 050-5865-1899 Paintball Rec Play Sat & Sun 10 am - 3 pm Kadena Aquatics Kadena: 634-6425 Fairchild Pool Lap Swim Mon-Fri 5 am - 7 pm Sat 5 pm - 7 pm *Swim lessons also available!

Bldg. 109 Risner Fitness Center • Open 24 hours Kadena: 634-5128 Juice Bar Daily 5 am - 9 pm Massage Therapy Kadena: 634-5129 Daily 9 am - 9 pm Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) Kadena: 634-8197 Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Risner Sports Pro Shop & Tennis Center Bldg. 123 Kadena: 966-7431 JP: 050-5865-1900 Daily 9 am - 6 pm Schilling Community Center Bldg. 455 Kadena: 634-1387 Mon-Fri 7 am - 9 pm Sat 8 am - 7 pm Sun Closed Holidays, & PACAF Family Days 11 am - 5 pm YOUTH & TEEN Child Development Centers Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pm Wakaba Bldg. 132 Kadena: 632-7420 Niko Niko Bldg. 334 Kadena: 634-5263

Family Child Care Bldg. 1850 Kadena: 634-0514 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Parent Assistance Mon-Fri 8 am - 9 am

Note: Hours are subject to change Resource & Referral Kadena: 632-7693 Bldg. 1850 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm School Age Care Himawari School Age Care Bldg. 439 Kadena: 632-0202 Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pm Shima No Ko School Age Care Bldg. 4081 Kadena: 632-0265 Mon-Fri

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Teen Center Millennium Bldg. 499 Kadena: 634-3866 Recreation (School Days) Mon-Thu 2 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 Noon - 6 pm

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DIY Glitter Wine Glass There are four things in the world that can make anything better: chocolate, cheese, glitter and wine.

Youth Center Bldg. 1849 Kadena: 634-0500 Rec Room School Days Mon-Fri 2 pm - 6 pm Sat Noon - 6 pm No School & Half Days Noon - 6 pm Front Desk Mon-Thu 9:30 am - 7 pm Fri 9:30 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 5 pm Youth Sports & Fitness Bldg. 499 Kadena: 634-1384 Office Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm 24-Hour Information Line Kadena: 632-0286 SERVICES Airman & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 220 Kadena: 634-3366 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Holidays Closed

Recreation 4 Reasons to Spend More Time in the Ocean Did you know seawater can boost your immune system, reduce stress, improve skin conditions and increase circulation?

Learn the health benefits from spending a little time in the seas surrounding beautiful Okinawa!

Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Bldg. 731 Kadena: 966-7593 JP: 050-5865-3083 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 Closed Education & Training

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Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500 Base Training Kadena: 634-5943 Formal Training Kadena: 634-1688 Civilian Training Kadena: 634-5940 Military Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Voluntary Education Testing Kadena: 634-1500 Hours are all the same for above offices.

Mon & Fri 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Tue-Thu 8 am - 2:30 pm Closed on Holidays, PACAF Family Days, & down days Bldg. 723 Human Resources Office Kadena: 634-2330 Mon-Fri 8 am - 3 pm Karing Kennels Boarding Facility Bldg. 4065 Kadena: 966-7339 JP: 050-5865-1902 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat & Sun 11 am - 6 pm Wed & Holidays Closed Pet Adoption Facility Bldg. 54300 Kadena: 966-7338 JP: 050-5865-1901 Tue, Sat, & Sun Noon - 6 pm Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Holidays Closed After hours, please call 966-7339.

Laundry and Dry Cleaning Kadena, Bldg. 612 Kadena: 634-0443 Mon-Sat 7 am - 5:30 pm Kinser, Bldg. 706 Kinser: 637-1267 JP: 090-6866-1517 Mon-Fri 7:30 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 - Fri 8 am - 3 pm (walk-ins) 2nd & 4th Wed 8 am - 6 pm (walk-ins) 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.

Bldg. 332 Shogun Inn Kadena: 632-1010 JP: -098-962-1010 24-hours a day, seven days a week

*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.

Recreation Hike More. Worry Less.

“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity…” John Muir

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I never imagined Australia and I would share the same hemisphere. But here we are, 20 years later!

I absolutely love Mr. Muir’s belief that going into the wilderness is going home. I feel most like myself on a trail.

Disconnecting from my cell phone and plugging into the beautiful Earth is my idea of downtime.

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Okuma Beach

Banyan Tree Club

MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND SPECIAL 7 - 8 May Brunch • 10 am - 2 pm Dinner • 5 pm - close Join Okuma Beach for a beautiful Mother’s Day weekend!

Mom’s not a morning person? She can enjoy a late brunch or dinner on both days. Don’t miss out on a special live concert by Kluso and Hirara on Saturday evening.

MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST BRUNCH Sunday, 8 May • 8 am - 2 pm $10.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $5.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount) $3 • Toddlers Treat mom to carving stations, fresh omlettes and Belgian Waffles.

Okuma Beach •631-1991/1992

Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372

Kadena Information, Tickets & Travel

Kadena Officers’ Club

URASHIMA DINNER THEATER 5 - 15 May Treat mom to dinner and a show! Moms receive 20% off their dinners!

AROMA BODY MASSAGE Ends • Sunday, 15 May This limited offer is just in time for Mother’s Day! MOTHER’S DAY GLASS BOTTOM BOAT AND LUNCH BUFFET AT BUSENA RESORT Sunday, 8 May • 10:30 am - 2:30 pm After exploring the sea on a glass bottom boat ride, treat mom to a delicious lunch buffet loaded with all you can sushi, tempura and so much more. Mothers receive 20% off their meals when accompanied by families.

Make sure to bring extra yen for additional purchases.

YYY CLUB IE RESORT 8 - 21 May One overnight stay with dinner, breakfast and a complimentary gift for her.

Please contact Kadena ITT directly as pricing information fluctuates with the yen rate.

Kadena Information, Tickets & Travel • 966-7333

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH Sunday, 8 May • 9:30 am - 2 pm $22.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $10.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($2 member discount) $3 • Ages 4 & under Treat mom to Prime Rib, Roast Pork, Snow crab, pastas, sushi and champagne! We’ll also be featuring mashed potatoes, tilapia, chicken breast in a mushroom sauce, smoked salmon, shrimp and more.

Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409

Jack’s Place MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL Sunday, 8 May $25 • Per person Petite Filet Mignon and broiled lobster tail, served with a complimentary drink and dessert.

Jack’s Place • 966-7422