MISAWA FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON
SAMPLE MARCH 2022
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AUDITIONS | Friday, March 4 4 p.m. | Tohoku Ballroom
Please sign up to audition online by Thursday, March 3. You will then be contacted to choose a time slot. Participants will perform live in front of Misawa Air Base and a panel of judges. The winner will be crowned the next Misawa Star and win a cash prize! Sign up here:
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Contents March 2022
What is Adventure? Pages 18-19
CULTURE & TRAVEL
FITNESS & SPORTS
Commander, 35th Fighter Wing Col Jesse J. Friedel
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Commander, 35th Mission Support Group Col David L. McCleese
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COMMAND
Commander, 35th Force Support Squadron Maj Phillip "Chad" Martin Deputy, 35th Force Support Squadron Donald Ehrman
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japanese calligraphy class • taiko drum class outdoor recreation trips misawa itt tours what is adventure?
24/7 access cards sup yoga big lucky, no-tap tournament • colorama • st. patrick's day • recurring bowling programs winter golf options • cross country ski and snowshoe
MARKETING & PUBLICITY Director/Managing Editor Lamar Denno C Communications Specialist Commercial Artist & Webmaster Wakouko Sato Kim Tato Illustrators C Communications Specialist Kazunori Takahashi Kyla Galbreath Mami Sano C Commercial Sponsorship Visual Information Specialist Ayub Spencer Hailey Robertson
Operations Clerk Digital Media Specialist Brittany Naylon Samantha Diaz
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pet kennel services airman & family readiness center programs skillbridge program wick audio & detailing military spouse preference • fss spotlight fss directory fss event calendar
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Brittany Naylon
trivia night • texas hold'em • live dj dance nights market day • st. paddy's drag queen bingo • bunny costume rental
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LEARN & CREATE 8 19 23
arts & crafts classes haiku contest air force art contest
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DINING sunday breakfast buffet • taco tuesday • wing wednesday • aomori eats march dining specials
YOUTH & FAMILY
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Hirosaki Festival Tour
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family fun night • pool party haiku contest dr. seuss day • pi memorization contest • super smash bros tournaments • st. patrick's day • spring break • late night movie • field trip baseball & t-ball league • coaching opportunities • cdc bartholomew & the oobleck
2022 AF Art Contest
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M I SAWA Misawa Club Membership Pays for Itself! Become a Misawa Club Member from your
phone! Visit Ask our wonderful staff at the Cashiers’ Cage more about how membership works for you! Misawa Club Members get one FREE buffet meal for Sunday Breakfast, or one FREE entree at Aomori Eats every month for each family member! Pick up your vouchers for March starting at the beginning of the month at the Cashiers’ Cage.
Aomori Eats Monday–Friday onday–Friday 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. ohoku Ballroom Tohoku
This is dining experience at the Club ub serves up a special lunch menu enu and offers a soup & salad bar. ar. Place your order at the door, and d your food will be brought to your ur table in no time. Can’t an’t stay to eat in? Order TO O GO at the door, or call us at 226-5062 (DSN) or 0176-77-5062 76-77-5062 (Cell).
Sunday unday Breakfast Buffet Every very Sunday 9 a.m.–1 p.m. isawa Club Members | $12.95 Misawa on-Members | $14.95 Non-Members ges 5–11 | $6.95 Ages ges 5 and under | FREE Ages
Tryy the full buffet with hot and fresh American favorites vorites every Sunday! We have an Awesome Waffle Station and all-American breakfast favorites vorites like biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, shbrowns, and bacon or sausage. Pair your meal with th a morning mimosa for the perfect start to the day. y. At the Kids’ Chef Table your little one can choose from om pancakes and waffles. Add deliciously creative toppings ppings like whipped cream, sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, ips, fruit and more!
Taco Tuesday
Wing Wednesday
Ole’ it’s taco day, every Tuesday! Choose from beef, chicken or pork, loaded on soft tortillas or crunchy taco shells, with fresh toppings and fixings just the way you like it.
Wednesdays are for wings at the Sports Bar! Savor the flavor with buffalo, honey mustard, lemon pepper and more! Wings are sold in increments of five.
Tuesdays uesdays | 5–8 p.m. Grab rab it to-go | $2 each ay and dine with us for 50% off Stay
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Wednesdays | 5–8 p.m. Grab it to-go | $1.20 per wing Stay and dine with us for 50% off
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On Friday, March 18, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by wearing GREEN from head to toe at Faultline! Enjoy live music, GREEN drink specials and havee a golden time!
Stay in touch online on our Facebook or Instagram pages to see what upcoming member-exclusive events we’ll be throwing.
Closures/ Clo Special Hours Maintena Maintenance Day Monday, March 7 Monday Club closed Cl Cashiers’ Cage & sslots open a.m.–4 p.m. 9 a.
Trivia Night
Every other Thursday March 10 & 24 Faultline, Misawa E’Club Sign up at 6:30 p.m. Game starts at 7 p.m. Misawa Club Members | $5 entry Non-Members | $10 entry
Sign up on the spot for Membership to receive discounted entry. Take home cash and bragging rights in this battle of the brains! Purchase food and beverages and take a break with your friends. Follow us on Facebook to see photos of our Trivia winners!
Texas Hold’em
Every other Thursday March 3, 17 & 31 18+ Faultline, Misawa E’Club Sign up at 6 p.m. Game starts at 6:30 p.m. Misawa Club Members | $20 cash only Non-Members | $40 cash only
Live DJ Dance Night Nights
Friday & Saturday 18+ Faultline, Misawa E’Club 18 Starts at 10 p.m. March 19 | Classic Rock Night Get out of the house and grab your friends every weekend for drinks specials, live music and themed dance nights. Faultline is the coolest hangout spot on base, and you don’t wanna miss out! Leisure TIMES |
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HOUR CARD ACCESS 24 hour access is available at Potter Fitness Center, Freedom Fitness Center and Iron Hand Community Fitness for ages 18+ Active Duty
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Follow Misawa AB Fitness & Sports - 35 FSS on Facebook for updates about front desk hours and when you can get your access card
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Community Commons OPERATING HOURS MONDAY–FRIDAY 8 A .M.–6 P.M. SATURDAY 10 A .M.–6 P.M. CLOSED ON FEDERAL HOLIDAYS PACAF/FAMILY DAYS BY RESERVATION ONLY
St. Paddy’s Drag Queen Bingo
Saturday, March 19 $25 card presale | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $30 card sales start | 5:30 p.m. Game starts | 6:30 p.m. Mokuteki Ballroom Ages 18+ | 20+ to consume alcoholic beverages Card sales will be USD cash only. You will receive a door prize raffle ticket if you purchase your cards ahead of time! Six rounds, three cards per round. An additional 3 cards can be purchased for $5. Join us this month for a special St. Paddy’s Drag Bingo with special guest entertainers and MC Wilhelmina and Anyknees. Cash prizes will be given to the 1st and 2nd place winners each game, no splits. You may bring your own alcoholic beverages.
Market Day
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Taiko Drum Class Ta sss
Wednesdays | March 2, 9, 16 & 23 W 23 5p p.m. | Ages 8–14 6p p.m. | Ages 12+ Mo M o Mokuteki Ballroom $ per session $1 $13 Elevate your senses and learn the Elev he energetic ne artt of taiko drumming! This Japanese ar panese ne sstyle of nese drumming is a fun way to boostt your d dru yo skills. you skill ki Register at the Community Commons Reg mmoon mmons m mm on the day prior to each class.
Easter Bunny Costume Rental Reservation Monday, March 21–Saturday, April 16 $60 | Including dry cleaning Make sure your Easter gathering is a hit with an appearance by the bunny. Stop by the Community Commons to make your reservation for this season.
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Kids Classes Young Van Gogh Oranges with Orange Blossoms
Saturday, March 12 1–2 p.m. Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 $15 | Ages 10+ A fully instructed class that teaches new skills and techniques. Advance registration is required.
Tiny Tots
Wednesday, March 16 10:30–11:30 a.m. Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 $10 | 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. Advance registration is required.
Mini Monet Lucky Hedgehog
Mini Monet
Saturday, March 19 1–2 p.m. Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 $12 | Ages 6–12 Bring your children in and let their artistic abilities shine by learning different art techniques with the Arts & Crafts Center! Advance registration is required.
Spring Craft Camp
Tuesday, March 29–Thursday, March 31 Ages 5–8 | 10:30 a.m.–Noon Ages 9–12 | 1:30–3 p.m. Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 $45 Sign your kids up to learn art techniques and skills at our Spring Craft Camp! Advance registration is required.
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Young Van Gogh
Brushes & Beverages
Adult Classes Decorating D ecorating 101 101
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. Advance registration is required at the Arts & Crafts Center in Bldg. 1006, Bay 2. Contact the Arts & Crafts Center at 226-6037 for more details.
Bisque & Brunch
Tuesday, March 8 & 22 10 a.m.–Noon Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 Ages 18+ Purchase a ceramic and get access to a brunch bar for FREE!
Ceramic Paint Night
Friday, March 18 5:30–8:30 p.m. Social time | 5:30–6 p.m. Painting begins | 6 p.m. Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 $25 | Ages 18+ Ages 20+ to consume alcohol Price includes one ceramic with a yellow, orange, or green tag and non-alcoholic beverages. Ceramics with blue and red tags may be painted for an additional fee. You may bring your own alcoholic beverages and snacks. Advance registration is required.
Cupcake Decorating Friday, March 11 4:30–6 p.m. $30
Cookie Decorating
Thursday, March 17 11 a.m.–2 p.m. $40
Cake Decorating
Sunday, March 27 3–5 p.m. $50
Brushes & Beverages Sushi on Newspaper
Friday, March 25 5:30–8:30 p.m. Social time | 5:30–6 p.m. Painting begins | 6 p.m. Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 $20 | Ages 18+ Ages 20+ to consume alcohol Non-alcoholic beverages are provided, but you may also bring your own alcoholic beverages and snacks. Advance registration is required.
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OUTDOOR RECREATION APRIL TOURS GO ON SALE TUESDAY, MARCH 1 | 8 A.M. Nanataki Snowshoe & Onsen Saturday, April 2 | Departs at 7 a.m. $50 per person | $30 R4R price Ages 18+ Say farewell to winter with our last snowshoe hike in the Hachimantai area. Take an easy cruiser trail to the waterfall and then soak your troubles away in the riverside outdoor onsen. Includes: Transportation, guide, snowshoe/poles usage (if necessary) and onsen entry. • Beginner-friendly activity • Tattoo-friendly onsen • Bring your food for lunch on the trail.
Hachikuro Wild Hot Spring Saturdays, April 2 & 9 | Departs at 2 p.m. $45 per person | $25 R4R price All ages welcome What’s better than soaking in a natural outdoor onsen? Doing it at night! Come with us as we pass thru Lake Towada’s Hakka Pass for a photo opportunity, and make a quick stop at Nana Waterfall on the way to our final destination. Swimwear is REQUIRED and tattoos are allowed in this amazing natural mineral water bath. Includes: Transportation and guide • Beginner-friendly activity • Tattoo-friendly onsen
Hakkoda Haru Ski Saturday, April 9 | Departs at 6:30 a.m. $150 per person | $80 R4R price Ages 18+ Join us as we guide you down a couple classic "spring" backcountry routes. Haru means spring in Japanese. This trip is for those who, skill and/ or fitness-wise, are in-between cruising the resort and earning their turns from the trailhead. We will do two ropeway-assisted backcountry classic spring courses with bus pick-up. Includes: Transportation, guide, rental, ropeway ticket and all necessary safety equipment • Moderately challenging activity • There is a mandatory pre-trip briefing for this activity. • Required backcountry safety equipment is provided. • Premium ski and snowboard usage is included. • Bring your food for lunch on the trail.
Hakkoda Summits Snowshoe Sunday, April 10 | Departs at 6:30 a.m. $60 per person | $40 R4R price Ages 18+ Walk amongst the frozen tree tops high in the Hakkoda. You’ll ride the cable car up, but this is still a challenging hike across several summits. The group will cover 2-5 km depending on weather, group fitness and experience level, and snow conditions. Includes: Transportation, guide, snowshoes/poles and one-way ropeway ticket. • Moderately challenging activity • There is a mandatory pre-trip briefing for this activity. • Bring your food for lunch on the mountain.
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Due to real-time modifications in COVID policies and/or travel restrictions, some trips and programs may be subject to change.
Misawa Air Base, Japan
Family Snowshoe Picnic
Samurai & Sakura
Saturday, April 16 | Departs at 8 a.m. $25 per person Ages 7+
Saturday, April 23 & Sunday, April 24 Adults | $40 per person Ages 17 and under? | Bring Your Own Bike Departs at 7 a.m. All ages welcome for ride along
This is the first snowshoe picnic tour for ODR. Let’s snowshoe picnic in-and-around the Mt. Hakkoda area and make fun family memories. Groups will DIG your own table and we will heat up water for instant noodles and warm drinks. Bring your beach toys too, as we may just make some snow castles for fun. Includes: Transportation, guide and snowshoes. • Beginner-friendly activity • Bring your food for lunch in the field.
See Northern Japan come alive each spring at one of the most famous cherry blossom sites in the Tohoku region, Kakunodate! Let’s explore by bicycle through the town which still has the old cultural vibe and well-kept Samurai houses. Incredible photo opportunities are waiting for you! Includes: Transportation, guide, rental bicycle fee and admission fee for Samurai house
Family Hiking Baba Rock & Hotokegaura Saturday, April 30 | Departs at 7 a.m. $45 per person | $30 R4R price All ages welcome Hotokegaura Beach, nearly 20 million years ago, deep sea volcanic activity created a precipice of green volcanic tuff around the current village of Sai in the Shimokita Peninsula. Over many years, the rough waves of Tsugaru Channel eroded the precipice turning it into a fantastically shaped rock formation that goes on for 2 km along the coast. This trip also includes a short hike to the top of Baba Rock. Includes: Transportation and guide • Beginner-friendly activity • Bring your food for lunch in the field.
HIMBERG POOL SUP Yoga
5:30–6:30 p.m. Mondays | March 7, 14, 21 & 28 $10 per class Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP) are a perfect platform to add a little fun to your yoga practice. Take a class from our certified instructors that will give you a taste of both SUP & yoga. Beginners and experienced yogis are welcome.
Family Fun Night Every Friday 5–7 p.m. FREE All Ages
Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite water toys, super soakers, nerf balls and small inflatables to the pool for a great time
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Experience Japan through the eyes of our Recreation Professionals with video and photos of YOU having FUN! @MisawaAB.ODR
Pool Party Friday, March 25 5–7 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 every month we serve up the snacks and give you the chance to take out all of our toys! And we have a LOT of toys. Leisure TIMES |
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APRIL TOURS Ryusendo Caves Tour
Saturday, April 9 | On sale Wednesday, March 9 Ages 16+ | $35 Ages 6–15 | $20 Ages 5 and under | $15 Take a trip to Aomori to see a live dolphin show! While you are there you can get your hands wet in some of the educational tanks, and take a stroll through the underwater tunnel to get a feel of the deep blue sea. After your visit at the aquarium, head over to Goshogawara to visit the large ELM Mall for some amazing shopping.
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Saturday, April 9 | On sale Wednesday, March 9 Ages 15+ | $65 Ages 6–14 | $40 Ages 5 and under | $20 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.
Asamushi Aquarium & Goshogawara ELM Mall Tour
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Welcome Newcomers!
Visit ITT within 60 days of your arrival and receive 20% off local one-day tours. Make sure to bring a copy of your orders.
Kuzumaki Winery Tour
Hiraizumi Tour
Saturday, April 16 | On sale Wednesday, March 16 Ages 20+ | $60
Saturday, April 23 | On sale Wednesday, March 23 Ages 12+ | $70 Ages 6–11 | $50 Ages 5 and under | $20
Learn about the process of wine making. After a wine factory tour, you will enjoy a lunch perfectly paired with a variety of local wine samples. Tour also includes transportation and an English-speaking tour guide.
Enjoy a cruise down the Geibikei Gorge before making a trip to Konjiki-do (the Golden Hall) and the Chuson-ji Temple, a national treasure.
Matsushima Tour
Hirosaki Festival Tour
Saturday, April 23 | On sale Wednesday, March 23 Ages 12+ | $75 Ages 6–11 | $55 Ages 5 and under | $30 Enjoy the beauty of one of the three most scenic spots of Japan. You will relax on a ferry boat cruise in Matsushima Bay with over 260 pine-clad islands. You will also visit the Godaido Shrine at Zuiganji Temple.
Saturday, April 30 | On sale Wednesday, March 30 Ages 12+ | $50 Ages 6–11 | $35 Ages 5 and under | $20 See over 2,600 cherry blossom trees at one of the most spectacular festivals in Japan. Marvel in the beauty of the sakura trees along the banks of the Iwaki River as you explore Hirosaki Botanical Garden.
Hours of Operation H
M Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. C Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays. FFor more information, call 226-3555.
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We can find the best deals on hotels anywhere in Japan. We also make ferry reservations!
Charter Bus
All organizations interested in chartering a bus for a tour should stop by ITT to make reservations. Reservations are accepted up to 90 days in advance of the trip date and are taken on a first come, first served basis. Leisure TIMES | 13
WALMSLEY BOWLING CENTER Maintenance Day Tuesday, March 1 Open | 5–9 p.m.
For the month of March Bring a Flyers receipt from that day and receive a half hour of bowling with purchase of an hour of bowling.
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Big Lucky, No-Tap Tournament Saturday, March 12 6–9 p.m. Sign-up starts at 5 p.m. Bowling starts at 6 p.m.
Knock down nine on the first ball and it counts as a strike (ladies only have to knock down eight). The best leprechaun costume will win a brand-spanking-new bowling ball!
St. Patrick’s Day Thursday, March 17 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
If you get a strike with a green headpin, you win a free game!
Colorama Saturday, March 19 6 p.m. Registration ends at 5:45 p.m. $20 per person | Includes three games and shoe rental Cash payments only | Ages 18+
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Bumpers Fusion Diner is closed, but outside food and drink is allowed during this time. Check out FLYERS across the street!
T R R E C U R I NG E V E N S Sunday Wrap-Up Sundays | 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Wrap up your weekend with family and friends at Walmsley Bowling Center! Receive two hours of unlimited bowling, shoe rental and can sodas for up to six people for just $25 per lane!
Mad Games Monday Mondays | 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Bowl any of the four Mad Games and submit your results for a chance to win a $25 FSS Gift Card. Drawings held monthly. Timed bowling is $10 per hour and shoe rentals are ¢50.
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$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 music up! So grab your friends to “glow” bowling and request your favorite songs at Walmsley Bowling Center! This is open to all patrons, however, explicit and adult-themed music and videos may be played. Leisure TIMES | 15
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Bull-jito
$5 Grande Only Red Bull, lime, coconut and mint
Barbecue Beef Burrito
$8.50 Cilantro lime rice, black beans, corn and black bean medley, sour cream, shredded cheese and our Signature Burrito
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WILD WEASELS’ BAR & GRILL Striploin Garlic Steak $18 Served with garlic chips, rustic mashed potatoes and broccoli Leisure TIMES | 17
What is
Adventure?
by Kyla Galbreath
When we hear the word adventure, we usually think of the grandiose – like going skydiving or making spontaneous trips to places we have never been before. While these things may follow the dictionary definition of the word, I think the belief that onlyy the the grandiose grandiose can can be be an an adventure adventure is is just just not not true. true.
Adventure :an unusual and exciting or daring experience
For most of us on Misawa Air Base, moving to Japan – a place where we have not previously known the culture, the language or the people – has been an adventure all on its own. Having to do it with pets and kids, even more so. In Covid times, we’ve had to deal with being stuck at home while the slopes await our skiis and the beautiful sights await oour ur eeyes. yes.
During moments like these, I have been glad when I remember that I can go on an adventure without leaving my home. Thanks to resources online and our own Overstreet Memorial Library, books and audiobooks alike are available to us for free. I can walk through the snow in Narnia, row in the 1936 Olympics or appreciate the art of Japan. Even at home I can experience our world or a fictional one. TThis his is is nnot ot ttoo ssay ay tthat hat yyou ou will nnot ot ssee me hopping on the next ITT or ODR trip. In fact, because of reading, I can go back out to the world with more enthusiasm to explore and learn on these trips. Because of reading, I can adventure wherever I go. 18 |
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OVERSTREET
MEMORIAL
19th Annual
HAIKU
LIBRARY CONTEST
TUESDAY,, MARCH 1–SATURDAY, MARCH 19 What W ha h at iss a H Haiku? aiku?
Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry that uses just a few words to capture a moment & create a picture in the reader’s mind.
Contest Rules: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Haiku must be original in English Each applicant may submit up to TWO haiku poems. Haiku must be 3 lines of 17 syllables – 5 syllables in the first line, 7 syllables in the second line and 5 syllables in the third line. Do not title your haiku. Write your haiku in print clearly. Original entries cannot be returned.
Entry Categories: Group 1 | Kindergarten–4th Grade Group 2 | 5th–8th Grade Group 3 | 9th–12th Grade Group 4 | 18 years & older
Awards: Prizes are awarded to the first, second and third place in each group. An entrant may win no more than one prize and limited per family. Winners will be announced at 35 FSS Facebook and Overstreet Memorial Library Facebook on National Haiku Poetry Day, Sunday, April 17.
Judging:
2021 1st Place Winners GROUP 1
ADRIANA WEISGERBER Cherry blossoms soar through the sky, fluttering through Misawa, Japan
GROUP 2
ADAM IZOGUIRRE Broken in the rain yet I still use all my time splashing in puddles
GROUP 3
No Applicants
GROUP 4
KAMALENE NELSON Suddenly an owl appearing in the headlights no one says a word
Selection of winners will be based on originality, creativity q y and overall quality.
Entry forms available at the base library and online at 35FSS.com starting Tuesday, March 1. All entries must be received by Saturday, March 19.
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Online Registration | Tuesday, March 1–Tuesday, March 15 Season will start on Monday, May 16 $45 Ages 5+ | Youth must be age 5 on or before May 16. Please check the Misawa Youth Sports Facebookk page for a link to sign up! Participants must have a complete a Youth Sports packet on file (FY22 parent agreement, current immunizations– including flu shot and a current sports physical).
Interested in coaching?
Don't wait! Come to the Lunney Youth Center and grab an application to coach! Help make this season the best one yet!
Bartholomew and the Oobleck
Friday, March 18 3 p.m. This is Dr. Seuss' birthday month! The Child Development Center would like to celebrate it by doing one of the messiest, interesting, and fun filled projects to come out of Dr. Seuss' creative mind...Oobleck! We would like to invite parents to come in and listen to "Bartholomew and the Oobleck" with their child. After the story, the teachers will demonstrate how to make Oobleck for the class. We encourage all parents to get messy with their child with this awesome sensoryy continue experiment. We will provide a print out of the recipe for you to continue the fun at home. Spaces are limited, please sign up as soon as possible in your child's classroom.
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IMAGINE, CREATE & WIN 1–31 March 2022 March 31 Tuesday, March 1–Thursday,
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he D he Department ep partm of Defense SkillBridge program (formerly known as the Career Skills Program) provides retiring and separating service members the opportunity to Skil Sk kili llss P rroogr ogr participate part pa rtticcip pat a e in civilian job training programs while they transition out of the military.
SkillBridge connects service members with real-world job experiences through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internship opportunities. This can help service members bridge the gap between the end of service and the beginning of their civilian careers.
DoD SkillBridge Thursday, March 17 1 p.m. Building 653, Room 219
There are many industry partners in fields such as energy, information technology, manufacturing, transportation, and more. Partners include employers such as Amazon, Lockheed Martin, United Health Group, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. A complete list of authorized providers is available at https://skillbridge.osd.mil/organizations.htm. In their final 180 days of Active Duty, transitioning service members can be granted permissive duty to focus on full-time training with a DoD-approved partner, after their unit commander provides written authorization and approval. During SkillBridge participation, you will continue to receive military pay and benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependent. Want to learn more about SkillBridge? The Misawa Education Office will hold an informational briefing on Thursday, March 17 at 1 p.m. in Building 653, Room 219. Please call us at DSN 226-4201 or email MisawaEducationOffice@us.af.mil to sign up. Leisure TIMES | 25
GOSSER GOLF COURSE Keep swinging through the winter in our Enclosed Practice Pavilion or Indoor Golf Simulator. Simulator The hours of operation for both of these areas are the same as the Pro Shop
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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AND SNOWSHOEING The golf course provides FREE loaner skis and snowshoes for anyone who would like to enjoy the golf course during the winter months. The equipment is kept available in the starter shack with the red roof, which is on your right as you walk from the parking lot toward Lakeview Grille. When the snow is deep enough, cross country ski trails will be groomed and maintained. Please stay on or near the trails to avoid damaging the putting greens. March 2022
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This simulator allows a golfer to play virtual golf famous courses around the world. Golfers can also analyze their swing using the Driving Range Mode. The Driving Range feature yields multiple swing data such as club head speed, ball spin rate, launch angle and shot direction. Advance reservations are required for use of the simulator.
HOURS OF OPERATION FOR MARCH Pro Shop
Open Daily | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Lakeview Grille
Open Daily | 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Closed Monday, March 21
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Book an Appointment at https://infinitereflections.simplybook.asia/v2/
Look out for an all new menu this month! For more details contact Wick Audio and Detailing at Auto Hobby Center DSN 226-4654 or message us on Facebook @WickAudio
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What is Military Spouse Preference?
The spouse of an active duty member of the Military Services, 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 positions in the commuting area of the new duty station being filled under competitive procedures. Make sure to upload your PCS orders when you apply for a position.
When do you lose your Military Spouse Preference?
You lose MSP when you accept or decline a Regular category position with NAF (Non-appropriated funds), Appropriated funds (GS positions), AAFES (BX). You also lose your MSP if you decline an invitation to the interview for regular category positions. However you DO NOT LOSE the Military Spouse Preference if you accept or decline FLEX positions.
How many times can you use the Military Spouse Preference?
You can apply with Military Spouse Preference without limit. Military Spouses will be referred using Military Spouse Preference until such time as they accept or decline a Regular category position, or fail to maintain eligibility, or are no longer interested in being referred.
Who qualifies for Family Member Preference?
Family members are the spouse, or unmarried dependent children, including stepchildren, 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 any questions, contact the NAF HRO off ice. NAF HRO is located at Torii Building 656, room 1460. You can also contact us at 0176-77-3108 or 35fss.hro@us.af.mil
FSS Spotlight What is your favorite part about working in your work center?
I research and purchase the best available products, equipment and machines from our suppliers to ensure the happiness of our customers and employees. By doing this I ensure the improvement of the Lakeview Grille food quality.
What do you wish the Misawa community knew about your programs?
I want our customers to know about our efforts to beautify the Gosser Golf Course, improve the food quality at the Lakeview Grille and exceed our customer's satisfaction all day every day.
What is your best memory working in your work center or field?
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Since June 1983, I have had the opportunity to meet so many people, customers, co-workers and bosses. After 39 years I know the Gosser Golf Course has the best team in Misawa!
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COMMUNITY SUPPORT FLIGHT CHIEF Have a food, entertainment or community services question? Call us at DSN: 226-3586 | Cell: 0176-77-3586 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 35 FSS NAF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE Bldg. 656 DSN: 226-3108 | Cell: 0176-77-3108 Mon–Thurs 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed Fridays, 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 last Fri of every month & 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
COMMUNITY COMMONS Bldg. 1006 DSN: 226-4128 | Cell: 0176-77-4128 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. PACAF Family Days reservation only Closed federal holidays
EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES Bldg. 653, Rm. 203 DSN: 226-4201 | Cell: 0176-77-4201 Appointment Only Mon–Thurs 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Fri 8 a.m.–Noon Closed PACAF Family Days & federal holidays FAMILY CHILD CARE Bldg. 656, Rm. 1457 DSN: 226-2273 | Cell: 0176-77-2273 Mon–Fri 7:30–4:30 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 Every day 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Driving Range Open 24 hours 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
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER Bldg. 656 DSN: 226-4735 | Cell: 0176-77-4735 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed Thursdays at 2 p.m. for training
HIMBERG POOL Bldg. 625 DSN: 226-3152 | Cell: 0176-77-3152 Call ODR for Fish Bowl reservations Mon–Fri 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Wed & Sat Noon–1 p.m. closed PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Sun & federal holidays
AREA 35 Paintball and Archery DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Closed for the Season
IRON HAND COMMUNITY FITNESS Bldg. 1006, Bay 3 DSN: 226-2062 24 hour access with card only
ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER s Retail Store & Ceramics Bldg. 1006, Bay 2 DSN: 226-6037 Tue‒Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun Noon–5 p.m. ayss ay Closed Mon & federal holidays Frames & Graphics Bldg. 645 Tue‒Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed Sun, Mon & federal holidays Wood Shop Bldg. 645 DSN: 226-4279 | Cell: 0176-77-4279 Tue‒Fri Noon–8 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed Sun, Mon & federal holidays
LEFTWICH PARK Near Security Hill, open daily, dawn to dusk DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Call ODR to make a reservation
AUTO COMPLEX Auto Hobby Center Bldg. 767 DSN: 226-4654 | Cell: 0176-77-4654 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: 0176-77-9486 Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Closed Sat, Sun & federal holidays BASE BEACH & MARINA Closed for the Season CHELI SCHOOL AGE CARE Bldg. 412 DSN: 226-2266 | Cell: 0176-77-2266 Care Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Cashier Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed weekends & federal holidays PACAF Family Days reservation only
LUNNEY YOUTH CENTER Bldg. 112 DSN: 226-3220 | Cell: 0176-77-3220 Office Hours Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Youth Facility Hours Mon, Wed, Fri 3–5 p.m. MISAWA CLUB Bldg. 485/486 26-9128 269128 8 Administration Office: 226-9128 22 Cashiers’ Cage: 226-9122 6 9124 24 Catering Reservations: 226 226-9124 Administration Office Hours Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Catering Office Hours Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Book via email at: 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. Game Room Hours Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri 8 a.m.–2 a.m. Sat 10 a.m.–2 a.m. Sun 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Maintenance Days 8 a.m.–4 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 Sat & Sun and federal holidays MISAWA PET KENNEL Bldg. 756 DSN: 226-2228 | Cell: 0176-77-2228, then 7-2228 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 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 –4 p .m. m Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Sat 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 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
BUMPERS FUSION DINER Walmsley Bowling Center | Bldg. 627 DSN: 957-1553 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1553 CLOSED FALCON FEEDER DINING FACILITY Bldg. 3262 DSN: 226-1635 | Cell: 0716-77-1635 Breakfast 6:30–8 a.m. Lunch 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Dinner 6–8 p.m. Closed weekends & federal holidays FIT PIT Potter Fitness Center | Bldg. 622 DSN: 957-1561 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1561 Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
MISAWA TEEN CENTER Bldg. 626 792 DSN: 226-2792 | Cell: 0176-77-2792 Tues 1–5 p.m., Wed–Fri 2–5 p.m.
FLIGHT KITCHEN DINING FACILITY Bldg. 624 DSN: 226-3889 Cell: 080-8207-0346 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Limited to crew members and anyone in a ight status as crew member or passengers from 1:30–4 a.m. call 080-8207-0346.
OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER Bldg. 973 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Mon, Tues, Thu & Fri 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Open Sat 8 a.m.–Noon PACAF Family Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Wed, Sun & federal holidays
FLYERS (previously known as Café Mokuteki) Bldg. 626 Every day 6 a.m.–7 p.m. DSN: 226-8255 then 1-281-657-1555 From a Japanese Phone: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1555
OVERSTREET MEMORIAL LIBRARY Bldg. 629 DSN: 226-4083 | Cell: 0176-77-3068 Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed Sundays & federal holidays
GRISSOM DINING FACILITY Bldg. 624 DSN: 226-3889 Cell: 0176-77-3889 Breakfast Mon–Fri 5:30–8:30 a.m. Lunch Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dinner Mon–Fri 4:30–7:30 p.m. Night 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. Holiday Hours Brunch 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dinner 5–7 p.m.
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. Federal holidays & PACAF Family Days 24 hour access with card THE LODGE Bldg.1482 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Open for private reservations Noon–11 a.m. next day Call ODR to make a reservation WALMSLEY BOWLING CENTER Bldg. 627 DSN: 957-1554 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 1-281-657-1554 Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Federal holidays Noon–7 p.m. Closed until 5 p.m. rst Tue of each month for maintenance WEASELS’ DEN Bldg. 973 DSN: 226-9378 | Cell: 0176-77-9378 Arcade, The Barn, playground, running track, soccer eld Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. PACAF Family Days 5 a.m.–5 p.m. Reservations 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed federal holidays Call ODR to make a reservation
LAKEVIEW GRILLE Gosser Golf Course | Bldg. 1464 DSN: 957-1564 | Cell: 0176-77-8255 then 7-1564 Every day 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Closed the third Mon of every month
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SPORTS BAR Misawa Club | Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-5058 To Go Orders: 226-5062 Sun–Thurs 5–10 p.m. Fri–Sat 5 p.m.–2 a.m. Closed on Club maintenance days TOHOKU DINING ROOM Misawa Club | Bldg. 485 DSN: 226-9122 To Go Orders: 226-5062 Mon–Fri Aomori Eats 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Sunday Breakfast 9 a.m.–1 p.m. y Closed on Club maintenance days R & GRILL G I L GR GRIL WILD WEASELS’ BAR g. 485 48 485 Misawa Club | Bldg. DSN: 226-5062 62 Cell: 0176-77-5062 m m. Fri–Sat 5–8:30 p.m.
Y 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 reservation only
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BOWLING: Sunday Wrap-Up CLUB: Sunday Breakfast Buffet ODR: Hachimantai Overnight Ski/ Snowboard Enjoyment Trip returns
BOWLING: Mad Games Monday CLUB: Aomori Eats ODR: SUP Yoga TEEN: Spring Break Camp starts
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CLUB: Aomori Eats | Trivia Night YOUTH: Super Smash Bros Tournament
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ARTS & CRAFTS: Spring Craft Camp ends CLUB: Aomori Eats | Texas Hold’em CLUB: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday | Live DJ Dance Nights
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CLUB: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday COMM COMM: Taiko Drum Class
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A&FRC: Tax Seminar ARTS & CRAFTS: Tiny Tots CLUB: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday COMM COMM: Taiko Drum Class
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CLUB: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday COMM COMM: Taiko Drum Class
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A&FRC: Career Credentialing and CLUB: Aomori Eats | Wing Wednesday Exploration (Day 1) COMM COMM: Taiko Drum Class CLUB: Aomori Eats | Texas Hold’em YOUTH: Dr. Seuss Day ODR: Cruising to Nagoya departs
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BOWLING: Laser Storm Bowling CLUB: Aomori Eats | Live DJ Dance Nights ITT: Ryusendo Caves Tour ODR: Hakkoda Powder Progression | Resort Runs
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ARTS & CRAFTS: Mini Monet 1 19 BOWLING: Colorama | Laser Storm CLUB: Live DJ Dance Nights COMM COMM: St. Paddy’s Drag Queen Bingo ITT: Fukuchi Waterpark Tour | Sendai Mitsui Outlets Shopping & Kirin Beer Factory Tour LIBRARY: Haiku Contest ends ODR: Hakkoda Snow Monster Snowshoe Trip | Resort Runs
ARTS & CRAFTS: Young Van Gogh BOWLING: Big Lucky, No Tap Tournament | Laser Storm Bowling CLUB: Live DJ Dance Nights COMM COMM: Market Day ITT: Sendai Aquarium Tour ODR: Hakkoda Powder Progression | Resort Runs
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BOWLING: Laser Storm Bowling CLUB: Live DJ Dance Nights ITT: Sendai IKEA Shopping ODR: Hachimantai Overnight Ski/ Snowboard Enjoyment Trip departs | Resort Runs
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ARTS & CRAFTS: Ceramic Paint 18 Night BOWLING: Laser Storm Bowling CLUB: Aomori Eats | Misawa Stars Performance | St. Patrick’s Day at Live DJ Dance Nights TEEN: Late Night Movie YOUTH: Bartholomew and the Oobleck
ARTS & CRAFTS: Cupcake Decorating BOWLING: Laser Storm Bowling CLUB: Aomori Eats | Live DJ Dance Nights ODR: Family Fun Night
A&FRC: Career Credentialing and Exploration (Day 2) BOWLING: Laser Storm Bowling CLUB: Aomori Eats | Misawa Stars Auditions | Live DJ Dance Nights ODR: Family Fun Night TEEN: Super Smash Bros Tournament
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