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LIFE & LEISURE
from Horizons | Aug 2021
by yokotafss
LIFE & LEISURE LIFE & LEISURE
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC)
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225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1
CULTURAL COURSES
TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH
Mon • 2 Aug • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration is required.
JAPANESE IMMERSION TOUR
Sat • 14 & 28 Aug • 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Learn about Japanese history and culture so that you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Explore parks, shrines, shopping and more. Bus transportation provided from A&FRC.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES
Mon • 23 Aug • 1:30–3 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn Japanese etiquette so you feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration is required.
JAPANESE COOKING CLASS
Tue • 31 Aug • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn how to make local Japanese recipes.
MILITARY WORKSHOPS
TAP TALK
Wed • 4 Aug • 7:30–8:30 a.m. Join A&FRC for free coffee and donuts while networking as you learn to navigate the civilian sector with other transitioning service members.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION FAIR
Thu • 5 & 19 Aug • 11–11:30 a.m. Learn more about the Yokota community and all it has to offer. Registration is required.
NEWCOMER’S ORIENTATION
Wednesdays • 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Thursdays • 8–11:30 a.m. • Driver’s Course Newcomers Orientation is a mandatory program for all active duty Personnel new to Yokota. DoD civilians and spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Call A&FRC at 225-8725 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register. Call Pass & Registration at 225–8333 to register for the Thursday Driver’s Course.
PRE-DEPLOYMENT BREIFING
Thursdays • 10–11 a.m. A mandatory briefing for those deploying or going TDY for more than 30 days. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend to learn about the different challenges they may experience and the resources available to ease deployment related stress. Registration is required.
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REINTEGRATION BRIEFING
Thursdays • 11 a.m.–12 p.m. A mandatory briefing for those returning from deployment. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend to understand the five stages of reintegration and how to best cope with the new normal. Registration is required.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
In compliance with NDAA 19, all service members are required to complete initial counseling and pre-separation counseling no later then 365 days prior to the end of their contract. Come ready for the bird’s eye view of employment assistance, relocation entitlements, education resources, health care options and veteran’s benefits. Registration is required.
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE
EFMP OUTDOOR REC MT. FUJI FOREST ADVENTURE ROPES PARK
Tue • 3 Aug • 7 a.m.–3 p.m. EFMP families and children ages nine and up can come out and navigate the rope park while enjoying a day under the sun and a pleasant view of Mt. Fuji. Registration is required. Limited number of seats.
EFMP SENSORY SUSHI SCHOOL
Fri & Mon • 6 & 16 Aug • 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. EFMP families can let the good times roll and learn how to make different types of sushi with the experts. Registration is required.
EFMP ADULT CRAFT AND CHAT
Mon • 9 & 23 Aug • 5:30–7 p.m. Share your thoughts and creativity as you join us to craft and paint while discussing resiliency. Registration is required.
HEARTLINK: NEW SPOUSE ORIENTATION
Tue • 10 Aug • 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Increase your awareness of the Air Force mission, customs and protocol. This workshop, sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society, is specifically designated for spouses and is highly encouraged for all Yokota key spouses. Email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Tue • 17 & 31 Aug • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
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VIRTUAL STORYTIME
Tuesdays • 10:30 a.m. Visit the Library’s LibGuides site or Facebook page for a weekly story time video.
AIRMAN GAME DAY
Sat • 7 & 21 Aug • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Get out of the dorms or away from the house for some board game fun. Choose from dozens of games to play. You can also check out games to use later at home.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290 Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260
CANVAS AND COCKTAILS
Sat • 7 Aug • 5–9 p.m. Taiyo • Adults Only $25 per Painter Enjoy an evening that will definitely bring out the artist in you! With gourmet finger foods, specialty wine and music, you won’t want to miss this.
PING PONG TOURNEY
Fri • 20 Aug • 6–8 p.m. • Yujo Free • Ages 16 & Up Beginner and intermediate players can join us for a double elimination pingpong tournament. First and second place winners in each category receive an FSS gift card.
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