February 2024 Leisure Times

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6 p.m. | Doors Open 7 p.m. | Show Starts Misawa Club Ages 18+ FREE Best Medicine Brigade Comedy Show featuring comedians Christian Johnson, military spouse Ashley Gutermuth and Lt Col Robin Phoenix, U. S. Army (Retired).

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Monday, Jan. 8 | Tickets are available in limited quantities, so pick up yours at the Misawa Club Cashiers' Cage or Community Commons while supplies last.

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CONTENTS @35FSS

February

VALENTINE'S

DINNER FOR 2 PAGE 9 COMMAND Commander, 35th Fighter Wing Col Michael P. Richard

Commander, 35th Mission Support Group Col Jonathan B. Bell

Commander, 35th Force Support Squadron Lt Col Evan N. Valdez

Deputy, 35th Force Support Squadron Mr. Stefan Kelly

MARKETING & PUBLICITY Acting Director/Managing Editor • Digital Media Specialist & Webmaster Kim Tato

Communications Commercial Artist Specialists Wakouko Sato

Sierra Casteel Patricia Snow Illustrators Kazunori Takahashi Commercial Sponsorship Taichi Tsuda Ayub Spencer Seiji Nishimura

CULTURE & TRAVEL

FITNESS & SPORTS

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ODR Tours ITT Tours

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Outdoor Fitness Spring Challenge Sunday Family Day • Red Pin

RESOURCES

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Tuesdays • Laser Storm Bowling Valentine's Day Volleyball • Love Lift

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The Lodge Auto Hobby

14 Pet Kennel Boarding Services 20 Military & Family Readiness Center Programs 26 27 29 31

Education NAF HR Office FSS Spotlight FSS Directory

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FSS Event Calendar

ENTERTAINMENT 2

AFE Best Medicine Brigade Comedy Show

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The Big Game • Valentine's Dinner For 2 • Club Member Social Movie & Bowl Community Commons

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Misawa Stars

LEARN & CREATE

MARIKO MURAOKA

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Brushes & Beverages: It Takes Two • Decorating 101 BGCA 2024 National Arts Show

THE BIG GAME Page 9

DINING 4

Aomori Eats • Sunday Breakfast Buffet • Taco Tuesday • Wing Wednesday • Mongolian

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Dinner February Dining Specials

BOOKMARK DESIGN CONTEST Page 15

YOUTH & FAMILY 6 17 22

Family Fun Night • Pool Party Young Van Gogh • Mini Monet • Tiny Tots CDC Reading From the Heart • LYC Snowman Building Contest • LYC Valentine’s Day Bingo • MTC Minute To Win It

MOVIE & BOWL Page 25

• MTC Valentine's Day Young Van Gogh Art Class • MTC Mondays

Story Time & Craft • Blind Date with a Book • Bookmark Design Contest • STEM Programs Leisure TIMES | 3

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Saturday, March 23–Sunday, March 24 Departs | 8 a.m.

Returns | 10 p.m. $275 per person | $245 RecOn **Ages 7+ We’re headed to Sendai to cycle down the coast, visit a virtual sports park, and stop by the Dai Kannon statue (12 floors with 108 Buddha statues inside!)

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RecOn discount prices are for active duty military and their family members assigned to Misawa Air Base. Verification in the form of a military/family member ID must be provided at time of enrollment.

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Himberg Pool BLDG. 625 625 || 226-7665 226-7665 BLDG.

Lifeguard Training | Wednesday, Feb. 28 | Open 2–6 p.m.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

Every Friday 4–6 p.m.

FREE | All Ages Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family and at the Himberg Pool.

Bring your favorite water toys, Super SoakersTM, Nerfballs® and small inflatables to the pool for a great time.

POOL PARTY

Friday, Feb. 23 4–6 p.m.

FREE | All Ages Eat, drink, play and laugh when Family Fun Night takes it to the next level with our monthly Pool Party. On the last Friday of the month, we serve up the snacks and give you the chance to take out all our toys! And we have a LOT of toys.

The Lodge BLDG. 1482 | 226-9378

Get exclusive use of the facility for the day. Book your next birthday party, going away, baby shower or another event at The Lodge. Reservations are available year-round, so visit the Outdoor Recreation Center to make one today.

$50 Noon–10 a.m. next day Max. occupancy 70

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Starting Location | Himberg Pool FREE | Ages 14+

ODR and Potter Fitness Center are pairing up to bring you a spring outdoor Fitness Challenge! You’ll swim 500 yards, followed by a 5k run! So break out your goggles and break in your running shoes PARTICIPANT SIGN-UP because we’ll see you bright and early!

VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP

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CLOSURES / SPECIAL HOURS Maintenance Day Monday, Feb. 5 Café | 7a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Cashiers’ Cage & Slots | 9 a.m.–8 p.m.

Maintenance Day Buffet | 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. *No night time operations

President's Day Monday, Feb. 19 | CLOSED Family Day Friday, Feb. 16 Family Day Buffet | 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

All Club Operations Open

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Monday Feb. 12 Doors open | 7 a.m.

No federal endorsement Game starts | 8:30 a.m. of advertiser(s) intended.

FREE | All ages Join us at the Misawa Club to watch Super Bowl LVIII live with all commercials available for your viewing pleasure. Pro Blitz Cheerleaders will be performing and over $1,000 in prizes will be given away.

Hungry? Purchase a ticket to our brunch buffet and grab some delicious hot breakfast items while you enjoy cheering on your favorite team.

VALENTINE'S DINNER FOR 2 Wednesday, Feb. 14 Time Slots | 4–8 p.m. *Members | $99.95 *Non-members | $119.95 *priced for 2 people

Treat your loved one to a very special Valentine's Day dinner at the Misawa Club. Tickets include a decadant 4 course meal with choice of drink.

No cancellations after Wednesday, Feb. 7 Aomori Eats Dinner will not be served

Every Sunday 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Club Members | $12.95 Non-Members | $14.95 Ages 5–11 | $6.95 Ages 4 & under | FREE Brunch Add-on | $5.95 per person Enjoy our weekly traditional Sunday Breakfast or add on some delicious lunch items for an additional $5.95 per person.

We have an Awesome Waffle Station, all-American breakfast favorites like biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, hash browns, and bacon or sausage. You can also pair your meal with a morning mimosa for the perfect start to the day.

Aomori Eats

Lunch | Every Day 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Dinner | Every Day 4:30–8 p.m.

Sakura Room Dine in or order to-go. Place an order over the phone at 226-5062 or 0176-77-5062, or order to-go at the door or online.

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DAILY DINNER SPECIALS Order from our regular menu, or take advantage of our deal of the day!

Mongolian Dinner

*Every Monday Regular | $19.99 Large | $24.99 Ages 5–11 | $9.99 Ages 4 & under | FREE Fill your bowl with your choice of meat, veggies and sauces on a bed of rice, and then fired up in our kitchen.

Not ESM approved and Member vouchers are not accepted. *Closed | Monday, Feb. 12

Taco Tuesday

Every Tuesday | 4:30–8 p.m. $2 each Dine-in or to-go

Wing Wednesday

Every Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 p.m. $1.20 per wing Dine-in or to-go

Latin Dance Class

Every Tuesday 6–8 p.m.

18+ Faultline FREE Just show up with your dancing shoes and we’ll lead the way!

Friday Night Club Member Social

Every Friday 4:30–7 p.m.

18+ Misawa Club FREE Club Members are invited to come and unwind after a fulfilling week at work.

Enjoy a buffet, drink specials and raffles.

Friday & Saturday Night Dance Nights Every Friday & Saturday 10 p.m.–2 a.m.

18+ Faultline FREE

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Thursday, Feb. 1 10:30 a.m.

Open to all Come enjoy brand-new menu options!

Grand Main Base | BLDG. 624 226-3997

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B ring your pet along for the ride in one of our rental vans!

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Tohoku FreeBlades Ice Hockey Game Saturday, March 9 On sale Friday Feb. 9

Departs | 3:15 p.m.

Returns | 9 p.m.

Ages 16+ | $25 Ages 3–15 | $20 Ages 2 & under | $10 Watch the Tohoku FreeBlades take the ice as they compete for the Asia League Ice Hockey Japan Cup. Tour includes round trip transportation and reserved seat.

Sendai Ikea Shopping Saturday, March 16 On sale Friday, Feb. 16

Departs | 7 a.m.

Returns | 10 p.m.

Ages 13+ | $45 Have some roligt and feel the nöje of checking out affordable furniture, lighting, textiles, cooking items and much more. Feast on delicious Swedish cuisine at the IKEA restaurant and bistro. Bring the taste of Scandinavia back home with goods from the Sweden Food Market. Large items can be purchased, although storage space is limited on the bus.

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Kuzumaki Winery Saturday, March 16 On sale Friday, Feb. 16

Departs | 9:30 a.m.

Returns | 4:30 p.m.

Ages 20+ | $60 Learn about the process of wine making and enjoy lunch paired perfectly with a variety of local wine samples. This tour includes transportation, escorted wine factory tour and lunch.

Ryusendo Caves

Sendai Aquarium

Saturday, March 23 On sale Friday, Feb. 23

Saturday, March 23 On sale Friday, Feb. 23

Departs | 7:30 a.m.

Returns | 6 p.m.

Ages 15+ | $65 Ages 6–14 | $40 Ages 5 & under | $20* Craft fee not included* Visit one of the three largest stalactite caves in Japan to explore beautiful caverns up to 120 meters deep. You will also visit the Kuji Amber Museum and enjoy making your own amber accessory.

Departs | 7:00 a.m.

Returns | 10 p.m Ages 12+ | $75 Ages 6–11 | $50 Ages 4–5 | $45 Ages 3 & under | $30 Visit the Sendai Aquarium, showcasing 300 species of local marine life including a rare blue shark, the only one on exhibit in Japan. After, shop 'til you drop at the Mitsui Outlets.

Vote us for Best On-Base Travel Agency

Hours of Operations Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays.

Call for more information at 226-3555.

Happy Birthday from Misawa ITT! Save up to $25 on any local tour scheduled during your birth month.

Charter Bus All organizations interested in chartering a bus for a tour should stop by ITT to make reservations. Reservations are accepted 90 days in advance of the trip date and are taken on a first come, first served basis.

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Misawa Pet Kennel BLDG. 756 | 226-2228

Get the best dog grooming at Misawa Pet Kennel Includes haircut, bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, tooth brushing and anal gland expression

MONDAY–FRIDAY 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 2:30–6 p.m.

Closed on weekends and holidays.

DAYCARE & GROOMING Drop-off | 8–8:30 a.m.

Pick-up | 3-6 p.m.

BOARDING Drop-off | 2:30-6 p.m.

Pick-up time | 10–1:30 p.m.

DING R A O B ICES V R E S

PER NIGHT Quarantine Dog Boarding | $30 Dog Boarding | $20 Cat Boarding | $15 Daycare $15 | Day

Please inform our staff if your cat needs to be quarantined. Additional pet in same kennel is 50% off regular boarding rate.

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Early Drop-off | Late Pick-up | $20 Outside Business Hours Drop-off | Pick-up | $35 Playtime with Caretaker (15 min.) | $6 Walk (30 min.) | $15 Food | $5 per day Reservation required. Additional services for boarding only.

Overstreet Memorial Library BLDG. 629 | 226-4083

@MisawaBaseLibrary

CLOSED | Monday, Feb. 19 | President's Day

BOOKMARK CONTEST 2024

Tuesday, Jan. 16–Saturday, Feb. 17 Theme: Ready, Set, Library!

Instructions

AGE GROUPS Group 1 | 7 & under Group 2 | 8–12 Group 3 | 13–17 Group 4 | 18+ PRIZES (FSS GIFT CARD) 1st | $30 2nd | $20 3rd | $10

• Your entry must be your own original artwork • One entry per person • Entry forms are available at the library and at 35fss.com/overstreet-memorial-library/ • Entries must be turned in to the library by Saturday, Feb. 17 • Winners’ names will be announced on Monday, March 18 on the Misawa Library Facebook page.

• The top 3 winners from each age group will be awarded FSS gift cards.

• During National Library Week Sunday, April 7–Saturday, April 13, the winners’ bookmarks will be displayed in the library. In addition, the 1st place winners’ bookmark will be printed and available at the library for customers to take home.

BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK

Thursday, Feb. 1–Thursday, Feb. 29 Don’t judge a book by its cover!

WEEKLY STORY TIME

VALENTINE S STORY & CRAFT TIME

Tuesdays | 10:30–11 a.m.

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LEGO Club

Saturday, Feb. 3 3–4:30 p.m. | All ages

Tuesday, Feb. 13 10:30–11:30 a.m.

STEM PROGRAMS Kid K'Nex

Wednesday, Feb. 7 10:30–11:30 a.m. | Ages 3+

3D Pens

Wednesday, Feb. 21 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Ages 7+ Leisure TIMES | 15

Misawa Arts

Skills & Trades Center BLDG. 645 | 226-4279

Adult Classes

BRUSHES & BEVERAGES: IT TAKES TWO Friday, Feb. 16 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Social time | 5:30–6 p.m.

Painting begins | 6 p.m.

BLDG. 626, Mokuteki Ballroom $25 | Ages 18+ Ages 20+ may consume alcohol

We have collaborated with Flyers to offer a new, unique Brushes and Beverages experience. To honor the month of love, we encourage couples (significant others & friends) to join us for a night of tandem painting! During social hour and throughout our class, guests are welcome to place food and drink orders with Flyers and still BYOB. Advanced registration is required. *Sign up by Friday, Feb. 9

DECORATING 101

Enhance your skills and learn new exciting ways to decorate cakes, cupcakes and cookies from start to finish! All supplies are included for each class. Visit us for details. *Sign-ups will close two days before the scheduled class date to allow for preparation.

CUPCAKE DECORATING

CAKE DECORATING

COOKIE DECORATING

Pokémon Theme Friday, Feb. 9 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

BLDG. 645 $30 | Ages 16+

Vintage Heart cake Tuesday, Feb. 13 2–5 p.m.

BLDG. 645 $50 | Ages 16+

Sanrio Theme Saturday, Feb. 24 Noon–3:30 p.m.

BLDG. 645 $40 | Ages 16+

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Kid Classes YOUNG VAN GOGH Saturday, Feb. 10 1–2:30 p.m.

BLDG. 645 $20 | Ages 10+ A fully instructed class that teaches advanced skills and and techniques. techniques. This class requires basic painting skills, but is open to all skill levels. *Sign up by Saturday, Feb. 3

MINI MONET Friday, Feb. 23 1–2:30 p.m.

BLDG. 645 $18 | Ages 5–9 A fully instructed class that is dedicated to teaching new skills and techniques to create a beautiful masterpiece. Parental supervision is required. *Sign up by Friday, Feb. 16

TINY TOTS

Wednesday, Feb. 21 10:30–11:30 a.m.

BLDG. 645 $15 | Ages 18 Months–5 Years This class has 3–5 crafts catered to children’s skill development with new themes each month.

All materials are included. Parental supervision is required. *Sign up by Wednesday, Feb. 14

CLASS SIGN-UPS BEGIN THURSDAY, FEB. 1

Please sign up at BLDG. 645. Advance registration is required for all classes, as limited spots are available.

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Fit Pit

INSIDE POTTER FITNESS CENTER | BLDG. 622

M&M® SMOOTHIE | $6.50 Milk and yogurt blend, with Nutella®, chocolate syrup & crushed M&M's®

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Bumpers Fusion Diner

WALMSLEY BOWLING CENTER | BLDG. 627 MAINTENANCE DAY | TUESDAY, FEB. 6

VOTE YOUR FAVORITE FOR BEST ON-BASE RESTAURANT! BLTE $10

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Crispy pieces of bacon, topped with lettuce, tomato, a fried egg & covered in our signature boom boom sauce.

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Taco meat, lettuce, tomato & cheese on a bed of rice.

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GARLIC CHICKEN PIZZA

BLDG. 626

MAINTENANCE DAY

LARGE | $18.50

MONDAY, FEB. 12

MEDIUM | $15.75 PERSONAL | $7.75 CALZONE | $10.75 Garlic butter base, savory chicken,

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CHOCOLATE KISS LATTE $5 GRANDE ONLY Chocolate, raspberry & vanilla latte

PASSION TEA LATTE $5 GRANDE ONLY Passion tea mixed with milk & sweetened with vanilla

Lakeview Grille BUFFALO CHICKEN $8

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Deep fried chicken breast with our homemade Sliced ham with seven cheeses pressed batter that is tossed in our signature buffalo between thick, soft bread with your choice of sauce & served on a delicious kaiser roll. Topped marinara or basil pesto sauce. with your choice of lettuce, GOSSER GOLF COURSE | BLDG. 1464 tomatoes, onions & pickles.

Add cheese for $0.50 MAINTENANCE DAY | MONDAY, FEB. 19

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M& FR C RELOCATION

TRANSITION

RIGHT START

ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Wednesdays 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

SPONSORSHIP TRAINING

Individualized Initial Counseling & Capstones By appointment only*

SPOUSE MONTHLY MEET UP

PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING*

Tuesday, Feb. 6 1–2 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 22 9–11 a.m.

Community Commons

MULTICULTURAL PROGRAM FIRST STEP JAPANESE Mondays Feb. 26 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

COOKING CLASS

Wednesday, Feb. 21 11 a.m. & Friday, Fr iday, Feb. 23 5 p.m.

Tuesday | Feb. 13 & 20 1–4 p.m.

Retiree | 8:30–11:30 a.m.

PERSONAL & WORK LIFE CLASSES

TRANSITION WORKSHOP (3 DAY)

Monday, Feb. 26–Wednesday, Feb. 28 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT TRACK (2 DAY) Thursday, Feb. 29–Friday, March 1 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Some classes take place in the **Professional Development Center (PDC), BLDG. 1006 **CONFLICT RESOLUTION Thursday, Feb. 8 9 a.m.

**BUILDING HEALTHY

RELATIONSHIPS Tuesday, Feb. 13 2 p.m.

**THE 3 C’s OF

COMMUNICATION Tuesday, Feb. 27 2 p.m.

BUNDLES FOR BABIES Thursday, Feb. 29 9–11:30 a.m..

DEPLOYMENT REMOTE TOUR BRIEF

Mondays | Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 10 a.m | 1 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 29 5 p.m.

Dorm Cooking 101

PRE-DEPLOYMENT

Thursday, Feb. 15 5–6 p.m.

REINTEGRATION

VOLUNTEER

Wednesdays | Feb. 14 & 28 9–11 a.m.

Fridays | Feb. 2, 9 & 23 9–11 a.m.

AFN RADIO LIVE Every Wednesday 3–4 p.m.

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HELPING CHILDREN THRIVE DURING DEPLOYMENT

Looking Looking for for volunteer volunteer opportunities opportunities within within the the Misawa Misawa AB AB community? community? Contact Contact us us 35fss.fsc@us.af.mil 35fss.fsc@us.af.mil for for aa list list of of agencies agencies and and private private organizations organizations needing needing volunteers! volunteers!

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL CLASSES DIVORCE

Thursday, Feb. 1 8–9 a.m.

WE CAN HELP!

MARRIAGE

We assist military spouses and civilians in developing and enhancing job skills by offering workshops, one-on-one assistance and resource referrals for resumé building, applications, interview skills, navigating USAJOBS and more. We also provide

All programs and events are FREE, but registration is required for each class. Scan the QR code to sign up. Unless otherwise stated, events take place

starting a business, furthering education or

PCS

Thursday, Feb. 1 10–11 a.m.

PROMOTION

Thursday, Feb. 1 1–2 p.m.

at the M&FRC.

assistance with career alternatives such as

Thursday, Feb. 1 9–10 a.m.

CLASS DATES & TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

VESTING IN TSP Thursday, Feb. 1 2–3 p.m.

finding suitable volunteer activities.

COME SEE US FOR DETAILS

SAVING & INVESTING Thursday, Feb. 8 2 p.m. **PDC

GAMBLING AWARENESS Thursday, Feb. 15 9–10 a.m. **PDC

MILLIFE ESSENTIALS:

A SPOUSE EVENT (2 DAY)

Thursday, Feb. 22 & Friday, Feb. 23 8:30 a.m.–Noon Come join your M&FRC team for this two part event to learn about information and resources essential to military life at Misawa Air Base. You will also get the unique opportunity to tour some of our squadrons. ALL spouses are welcome. Register on tockify

TAX PREPARATION Thursday, Feb. 22 1–2 p.m. **PDC

CAR BUYING

Thursday, Feb. 29 1–2 p.m.

CLOSURES

Every Thursday | CLOSED 2–4 p.m.

Thursday , Feb. 15 | CLOSED Closed federal holidays & weekends

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Lunney Youth Center BLDG. BLDG. 112 112 || 226-3220 226-3220

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 2024 NATIONAL ARTS SHOW Friday, Feb. 2 | 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Misawa Club | Gray Room

Join us to celebrate the artistic talents of our youth with a ribbon cutting ceremony, as well as cake and light refreshments while you look at the art.

SNOWMAN BUILDING CONTEST Friday, Feb. 23 | 3–4 p.m.

Get ready for a frosty, fun-filled adventure with our snowman building contest. Youth will unleash their creativity as they sculpt the most charming snowman in town.

Bring your mittens, gather your friends and let the snowman building festivities begin!

Yoiko CDC BLDG. 112 | 226-3220

READING FROM THE HEART Thursday, Feb. 1

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We want to encourage reading at home to your children by having a contest to see which classroom can read the most books for the month of February. We will track each child’s progress with paper hearts on the classroom doors. The classroom with the most hearts at the end of the month wins!

Happy reading!

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VALENTINE'S DAY YOUNG VAN GOGH ART CLASS

Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 3:30–5 p.m. $5 Members | 8 slots available!

We are teaming up with the Arts & Crafts Center for their Valentine’s Day Young Van Gogh class!

They will provide teens with a guided painting course, teaching them how to paint characters from the famous Sanrio animations.

MINUTE TO WIN IT Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 3–5 p.m.

How fast can you think on your feet? Join us as we play Minute to Win It, covering the latest trivia on pop culture, history, music and more! Prizes will be given out all night. What will you win?

MTC MONDAYS Every Monday Youth Members Only

Youth Center members will get an all-access pass to the Teen Center every Monday! Chill with your friends, play video games, learn new skills and craft new creations all February long. 12 year old members will get a head start on all of the things they can look forward to at the Teen Center when they reach 13.

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Recurring Events Sunday Family Day

Sundays 11 a.m.–7 p.m. $40 Wrap up your weekend with family and friends at Walmsley Bowling Center with family friendly Laser Storm!

Receive 90 minutes of unlimited bowling, shoe rental, personal size pizza and 16 oz. drinks for up to 4 people!

Red Pin Tuesdays

Tuesdays 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $1 games and $1 shoe rentals all day! If you get a strike with a red headpin, you win a FREE game!

Laser Storm Bowling

Fridays & Saturdays 7–10 p.m.

We turn the lights down and the music up!

Grab your friends and “glow” bowling while requesting your favorite songs! This is open to all patrons, however explicit and adult-themed music and videos may be played.

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Walmsley Bowling Center Maintenance Day Tuesday, Feb. 6

Movie & Bowl

Friday, Feb. 16 7–11 p.m.

This month we are featuring Valentine’s Day PG-13 movies that you get to vote on!

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Love Lift Saturday, Feb. 17* 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

FREE Ages 18+

Test your strength against Misawa’s strongest individuals as you compete for most weight lifted in three categories: bench press, squat and deadlift. Scan the QR code to sign up.

VOTE FOR US FOR BEST FITNESS CENTER!

Saturday, Feb. 10 9 a.m.

FREE Ages 14+ Sign up by Wednesday, Jan. 31

Bring your friends to compete in a single-elimination volleyball tournament. Compete against six other teams to claim bragging rights. A minimum of seven players per team is required. Scan the QR code to sign up.

Potter Fitness Center BLDG. 622 Freedom Fitness Center BLDG. 1962 Iron Hand Fitness BLDG. 1006, Bay 3* *Denotes event location 24/7 Access Card Only

Education & Training Office WAPS: Weighted Airmen Promotion System Testing

WAPS 2024 Test Cycle Dates • E6 Testing Cycle: Thursday, Feb. 15– Monday, April 15 • E5 Testing Cycle: Wednesday May 1– Sunday, June 30 • Your WAPS Unit Monitor (WUM) will provide your specific test dates.

• Inform your WUM of all TDY, deployments, PCS dates, and all leave prior to test scheduling.

Study Materials • All study materials can be found here:

• EPRRC – Enlisted Promotion References & Requirement Catalog, PFE Study Materials, Air Force Handbook 1 • SKT Study Materials eWORLD moved to studyguides.af.mil

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BLDG. 653 RM. 203 | 226-4201 Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–Noon & 1–4 p.m.

Friday 8 a.m.–Noon

Individual Responsibilities (IAW DAFMAN 36-2664) Airmen must: • Test at home station during the administration window, if present for any portion of the testing administration window • Know your promotion eligibility status • Maintain your specialty and military qualifications to retain eligibility • Use self-initiated programs of individual study and effort • Know your promotion testing requirements prior to testing date • Review the EPRRC to identify the applicable study references. Obtain and study the applicable references for their promotion cycle at least 60 Days prior to testing • Be prepared to test the first day of the testing window.

• NOTE: When testing RIP/Form 1566 is signed, you are acknowledging access to study material.

• Bring valid military ID card to the testing session and wear an authorized military uniform (OCP) • All other items such as phones, smart watches and bags must be stowed in the lockers outside the testing room • NOTE: Test administration begins when the Test Officer/ Examiner closes the door to the testing room at the appointed start time New for 2024: Members must register for e-testing online prior to test date. Directions on how to register will be provided by your UWM. You must know your username and password on the test date.

BLDG. 656, Rm. 1460 | 226-3108 35FSS.HRO@us.af.mil @NAFHRMisawa

What is Military Spouse Preference?

The spouse of an active-duty military member who relocates via a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move as a sponsored dependent to the military sponsor’s new permanent duty station is entitled to Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for all NF-03 and below or equivalent positions in the commuting area of the new duty station being filled under competitive procedures. If claiming MSP based on your sponsors activeduty status, you must submit a marriage license and a copy of your PCS orders identifying a dependents authorized move and the sponsor’s reporting date to the new duty location.

When can you claim Military Spouse Preference?

Spouses do not receive preference until arrival at the overseas location. Spouses who do not initially relocate with their sponsors are not eligible for preference until actually residing in the commuting area. If you have less than 6 months remaining overseas you are not eligible to claim MSP or Family Member Preference (FMP). Any supporting DEROS extension documents should be included with your application if you are within 6 months of the original order expiration date.

When do you lose your Military Spouse Preference?

Do I have Military Spouse Preference if I got married after my spouse was already stationed in Misawa?

No. To be eligible for MSP the spouse must have married the military sponsor prior to the date of the military sponsor’s orders authorizing a PCS. Spouses may be eligible for Family Member Preference if they were married after the sponsor received their PCS orders. To claim this preference, upload a copy of your Command Sponsorship letter, or equivalent, with valid DEROS or other supporting documentation as applicable.

What is Family Member Preference and who qualifies for it?

Family Member Preference (FMP) is a hiring preference for family members stationed OCONUS when applying for federal jobs.

Family members are the spouse or unmarried dependent children (including step-children, adopted children and foster children not more than 23 years of age) residing with a member of the U.S. Armed Forces or a U.S. citizen civilian employee of a U.S. Government Agency (APF employee, AAFES employees). If you have already used your Military Spouse Preference, once you leave your regular employment you are eligible to claim FMP. Please note, FMP is only available OCONUS.

You lose MSP when you accept or decline a Regular Category Position with NAF (Nonappropriated funds), APF (Appropriated funds), AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service) or other federal agencies. This includes management-initiated actions to change employment category from Flexible to Regular. You also lose your MSP when you refuse to participate in established recruitment procedures (e.g. interview, responding to evaluation criteria).

However, you do not lose your MSP if you accept or decline Flexible positions.

How many times can you use the Military Spouse Preference?

You can apply with MSP without limit until lost. Military spouses will be referred using MSP until such time they accept or decline a Regular category position, fail to maintain eligibility or are no longer interested in being referred.

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Community Commons BLDG. 1006, Bay 1 | 226-4128

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FRIDAY NNIGHT IGHT BINGO

Fridays | Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 Starts | 7 p.m.

Pre-sale $15 | Event Day $20 Ages 18+

BRAINSTORMER TTRIVIA RIVIA

Wednesday, Feb. 21 All ages | FREE Compete in 6 rounds of trivia to include POP, Pictures, Matching, General Knowledge, Know-it-All and Themes. Winners can receive cash prizes! You may bring your own snacks and beverages. Ages 20+ may consume alcohol

MARIO KART™ MONDAYS

Mondays | Feb. 5, 12, 26 7 a.m.–6 p.m.

All ages | FREE Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 participants at the end of the month.

BEST MEDICINE

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Saturday, Feb. 10

Monday, Feb. 12 See page 8 for more details on The Big Game.

Term IV 2024 March 18 - May 19, 2024

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Term V 2024 May 28 - July 28, 2024

Registration begins: April 3, 2024

TROY’s Military and Family Scholarship caps the cost of tuition at $250 per credit hour for active-military. Spouses and dependents also receive up to 50% in tuition savings.

Contact the program coordinator nearest you for more info.

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FSS DIRECTORY 35 FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON Command Section BLDG. 653 DSN: 226-3008 | Cell: 0176-77-3008 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

35 FSS NAF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE BLDG. 656 DSN: 226-3108 | Cell: 0176-77-3108 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Closed the third Thursday of every month for training, weekends & federal holidays CIVILIAN PERSONNEL SECTION BLDG. 656 DSN: 226-4621 | Cell: 0176-77-4621 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Closed the third Thurs of every month for training, weekends & federal holidays NAF ACCOUNTING OFFICE BLDG. 653 DSN: 226-4360 | Cell: 0176-77-4360 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Private Organizations: 226-2777 MILITARY PERSONNEL SECTION BLDG. 653 DSN: 226-4002 | Cell: 0176-77-4002 Customer Support Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Closed weekends & federal holidays AREA 35 Paintball and Archery Closed for the season ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER SKILLS & TRADES CENTER BLDG. 645 DSN: 226-4279 | Cell: 0176-77-4279 Frame, Graphics, Retail & Ceramics Tue‒Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

PACAF Family Days Noon–5 p.m.

Closed Sun, Mon & federal holidays Wood Shop Tue-Fri Noon–8 p.m.

Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

PACAF Family Days Noon–5 p.m.

Closed Sun, Mon & federal holidays AUTO COMPLEX Auto Hobby Center BLDG. 767 DSN: 226-4654 | Cell: 0176-53-5181 Emergency/towing: 080-1651-9308 Mon–Tues, Thurs–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Closed Wed, Sun & federal holidays Pit Stop Garage BLDG. 965 DSN: 226-9486 | Cell: 0176-53-5181 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m.

Closed weekends & federal holidays BASE BEACH & BOATHOUSE Closed for the season CHELI SCHOOL AGE CARE BLDG. 412 DSN: 226-2266 | Cell: 0176-77-2266 Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed weekends, federal holidays & PACAF Family Days COMMUNITY COMMONS BLDG. 1006, BAY 1 DSN: 226-4128 | Cell: 0176-77-4128 Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed on federal holidays Banzai’s Playground Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Wednesday | 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Sat–Sun | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. & 2–5 p.m.

PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed on federal holidays

FAMILY CHILD CARE BLDG. 653, RM. 119 DSN: 226-2273 | Cell: 0176-77-2273 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Closed weekends, PACAF Family Days & federal holidays FREEDOM FITNESS CENTER BLDG. 1962 DSN: 226-9987 | Cell: 0176-77-9987 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed federal holidays, PACAF Family Days and exercises 24 hour access with card GOSSER GOLF COURSE BLDG. 1464 DSN: 957-1563 | Cell: 080-1857-0087 Golf Shop Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sat–Sun 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Driving Range 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week Closed Tuesdays 6–10 a.m. for maintenance Purchase tokens during Pro Shop hours All hours are weather permitting HIMBERG POOL BLDG. 625 DSN: 226-7665 | Cell: 0176-77-7665 Call ODR for Fish Bowl and PT reservations Mon, Wed, Fri 6 a.m.–6 p.m.

Thurs 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Closed Wed & Sat Noon–1 p.m.

PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed Sun & federal holidays IRON HAND COMMUNITY FITNESS BLDG. 1006, BAY 3 DSN: 226-3982 24 hour access with card only LEFTWICH PARK Near Security Hill, open daily, dawn to dusk DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Call ODR to make a reservation LUNNEY YOUTH CENTER BLDG. 112 DSN: 226-3220 | Cell: 0176-77-3220 Mon, Wed, Thurs 2:45-5pm Tues 1:45-5pm Fri 2:45-6pm No school days 1–5 pm Closed weekends, federal holidays & PACAF Family Days MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER BLDG. 656 DSN: 226-4735 | Cell: 0176-77-4735 Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Thu 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

Closed federal holidays, weekends & the 3rd Thurs each month MISAWA CLUB BLDG. 485/486 Administration Office: 226-1736 Cashiers’ Cage: 226-9122 Catering Reservations: 226-9124 Administration Office Hours Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Catering Office Hours Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Catering requests: misawacatering@gmail.com Cashiers’ Cage Hours Mon–Thu 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Fri 9:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

Sat 4–10 p.m.

Slot Room Hours Mon 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Tue–Thu 8 a.m.–11 p.m.

Fri 8 a.m.–2 a.m.

Sat 10 a.m.–2 a.m.

Sun 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Maintenance Days 9 a.m.–8 p.m.

Closed on federal holidays

MISAWA INN BLDG. 670 DSN: 222-0282 | Cell: 0176-66-0282 24 hours a day, 7 days a week MISAWA ITT BLDG. 485 DSN: 226-3555 | Cell: 0176-77-3555 Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Closed weekends & federal holidays MISAWA PET KENNEL BLDG. 756 DSN: 226-2228 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Sat Closed until further notice Closed every day from 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Closed Sun & federal holidays MISAWA POST OFFICE BLDG. 519 DSN: 226-3492 | Cell: 0176-53-5181 Closed Sun & federal holidays Pick Up Window Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Sat & PACAF Family days 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Customer Service Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Official Mail Center Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Finance (includes shipping) Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

MISAWA TEEN CENTER BLDG. 626 DSN: 226-2792 | Cell: 0176-77-2792 Mon, Wed, Thurs 2:45–5 p.m.

Tues 1:45–5 p.m.

Fri 2:45–6 p.m.

Closed weekends, federal holidays & PACAF Family Days OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER BLDG. 486 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Mon, Tues, Thu & Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Wed Noon–6 p.m.

Sat 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed Sun & federal holidays OVERSTREET MEMORIAL LIBRARY BLDG. 629 DSN: 226-4083 | Cell: 0176-77-3068 Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Closed Sundays & federal holidays PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & FIRST TERM AIRMAN CENTER BLDG. 1006 DSN: 226-7829 | Cell: 0176-77-7829 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (by appointment only) POTTER FITNESS CENTER BLDG. 622 DSN: 226-3982 | Cell: 0176-77-3982 Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–10 p.m.

Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

24 hour access with card THE LODGE BLDG. 1482 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Open for private reservations Noon–10 a.m. next day Call ODR to make a reservation WALMSLEY BOWLING CENTER BLDG. 627 DSN: 957-1554 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then dial 1-281-657-1554 Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Federal holidays Noon–7 p.m.

Closed first Tuesday of the month for maintenance

BUMPERS FUSION DINER Walmsley Bowling Center | BLDG. 627 DSN: 957-1553 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1553 Mon–Thu 6 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Fri 6 a.m.–10:30 p.m.

Sat 8 a.m.–10:30 p.m.

Sun 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

FALCON FEEDER DINING FACILITY BLDG. 3262 DSN: 226-1636 | Cell: 0716-77-1636 Breakfast 6:30–8 a.m.

Lunch 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Dinner 6–8 p.m.

Closed weekends & federal holidays TOMODACHI CAFE Misawa Club | BLDG. 485 DSN: 226-5062 Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

FIT PIT Potter Fitness Center | BLDG. 622 DSN: 957-1561 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1561 Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

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35 FSS MARKETING & PUBLICITY BLDG. 656 DSN: 226-9272 | Cell: 0176-77-9272 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Closed weekends, federal holidays & last Friday of every month

EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES BLDG. 653, RM. 203 DSN: 226-4201 | Cell: 0176-77-4201 Mon–Thurs 8 a.m.–Noon, 1 p.m.–4 p.m.

Fri 8 a.m.–Noon Closed weekends, PACAF Family Days & federal holidays

FLIGHT KITCHEN DINING FACILITY BLDG. 3262 DSN: 226-8199 | Cell: 0716-77-8199 5:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m., 7 days a week Limited to crew members and anyone in a flight status as crew member or passengers from 1:30–4 a.m. call 080-8207-0346.

FLYERS BLDG. 626 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 5:30 a.m.–9 p.m. | Full Menu 9 p.m.–5:30 a.m. | Grab&Go Only DSN: 226-8255 then 1-281-657-1555 From a Japanese Phone: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1555 Closed the second Mon of every month from 5:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

M.B. GRISSOM DINING FACILITY BLDG. 624 DSN: 226-8199 Breakfast Mon–Fri 5:30–8:00 a.m.* Lunch Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.* Dinner Mon–Fri 4:30–7:30 p.m.* Midnight Meal Everyday 10 p.m.–12:30 a.m.* Brunch Sat–Sun 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m.* Dinner Sat–Sun 5–7 p.m.* *Hours subject to change LAKEVIEW GRILLE Gosser Golf Course | BLDG. 1464 DSN: 957-1564 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then dial 1-281-657-1564 Every day 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Closed the third Mon of every month AOMORI EATS Misawa Club | BLDG. 485 DSN: 226-5062 | CELL: 0176-77-5062 Sunday Breakfast 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Aomori Eats Lunch Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Aomori Eats Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30–8 p.m.

Maintence Days Lunch Buffet only 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

WILD WEASELS’ BAR & GRILL Misawa Club | BLDG. 485 DSN: 226-5062 Cell: 0176-77-5062 Fri 4:30–9 p.m.

Sat 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. & 4:30–9 p.m.

WEASELS’ DEN BLDG. 973 Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–8p.m.

Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed on federal holidays YOIKO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER BLDG. 10 DSN: 226-4666 | Cell: 0176-77-4666 Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed weekends, federal holidays & PACAF Family Days

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Club: Sunday Breakfast Buffet

Bowling: Sunday Family Day

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ODR: Fun Bus | Welcome to Backcountry (Day 2)

Club: Sunday Breakfast Buffet

Bowling: Sunday Family Day

ODR: Fun Bus

Club: Sunday Breakfast Buffet

Bowling: Sunday Family Day

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ODR: Fun Bus | Snowshoe & Cross-Country Ski

Club: Sunday Breakfast Buffet

Bowling: Sunday Family Day

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Youth: MTC Mondays

M&FRC: First Step Japanese | Remote Tour Brief | Transition Workshop (Day 1)

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Club: Aomori Eats | Mongolian Dinner

M&FRC: Remote Tour Brief

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ODR: Welcome to Backcountry (Day 3)

Club: Aomori Eats | Mongolian Dinner M&FRC: First Step Japanese | Remote Tour Brief

SPECIAL EVENT The Big Game

Youth: MTC Mondays

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Youth: MTC Valentine’s Young Van

M&FRC: Right Start | Pre-Deployment

Club: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday

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SPECIAL EVENT Valentine’s Dinner for 2

M&FRC: Right Start

Library: K’Nex

Club: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday

A&C: Tiny Tots

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Club: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday

M&FRC: Right Start | Cooking Class

M&FRC: Transition Workshop (Day 2) | 3 Cs of Communication

Club: Aomori Eats | Taco Tuesday | Latin Dance Class M&FRC: Right Start | PreDeployment | Transition Library: Weekly Story Time workshop (Day 3)

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Bowling: Red Pin Tuesdays

M&FRC: Pre-Separation Briefing

Library: Weekly Story Time

Club: Aomori Eats | Taco Tuesday Club: Aomori Eats | Wing | Latin Dance Class Wednesday

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Bowling: Red Pin Tuesdays

M&FRC: Pre-Separation Briefing | Gogh | LYC Valentine’s Day Bingo Building Healthy Relationships

Library: Valentine’s Story & Craft

A&C: Cake Decorating 101 Bowling: Red Pin Tuesdays Club: Aomori Eats | Taco Tuesday | Latin Dance Class

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M&FRC: Remote Tour Brief

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Misawa Stars Audition

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Club: Maintenance Day Buffet

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M&FRC: Employment Track (Day 1) | Bundles for Babies | Helping Children Thrive During Deployment

Library: Blind Date with a Book Ends

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M&FRC: Tax Preparation for Service Members | Spouse Monthly Meet up | Car Buying | MilLife Essentials

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M&FRC: Dorm Cooking 101 | Gambling Awareness

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M&FRC: Conflict Resolution | Saving & Investing

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SPECIAL EVENT Best Medicine Brigade

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SPECIAL EVENT DFAC Grand Opening Club: Aomori Eats Library: Blind Date with a Book Starts M&FRC: Divorce | Marriage | PCS | Promotion | Vesting in TSP | Planning your FInancial Future | Gambling Awareness Youth: CDC Reading From the Heart

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A&C: Mini Monet Bowling: Laser Storm Bowling Club: Aomori Eats | Friday Night Club Member Social | Friday Night Dance Nights Library: 3D Pens M&FRC: Reintegration | MilLife Essentials ODR: Pool Party Youth: Snowman Building Contest

A&C: Brushes & Beverages: It Takes Two Bowling: Movie & Bowl Club: Family Day Buffet | Friday Night Club Member Social | Friday Night Dance Nights ODR: Family Fun Night

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M&FRC: Reintegration | Juggling Life ODR: Family Fun Night

Club: Aomori Eats | Friday Night Club Member Social | Friday Night Dance Nights

Bowling: Laser Storm Bowling

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A&C: Cupcake Decorating 101

Bowling: Laser Storm Bowling Club: Aomori Eats | Friday Night Club Member Social | Friday Night Dance Nights M&FRC: Reintegration ODR: Winter in Hokkaido

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