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LIFE & LEISURE
from Horizons | May 2022
by yokotafss
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC)
225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1
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CULTURAL COURSES
TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH
Mon • 9 May • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES
Mon • 16 May • 1:30–3 p.m. Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required.
JAPANESE COOKING CLASS
Tue • 24 May • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn how to make local Japanese recipes.
SURVIVAL JAPANESE
Tuesdays • 6–7 p.m. Learn basic Japanese words and phrases to navigate on your own off base.
MILITARY WORKSHOPS
TAP TALK
Wed • 4 May • 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.
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING
Fri • 6 May • 9–10:30 a.m. Sponsoring a newcomer to Yokota Air Base? Learn essential tools to help newcomers successfully transition into the Yokota community. This workshop is open to all individuals stationed at Yokota. Newly appointed active duty sponsors must complete the eSAT online training prior to attending the Sponsorship Training Workshop. Registration is required. Call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION
Wednesdays • 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Newcomers Orientation is a mandatory program for all active duty personnel new to Yokota. DoD civilians and spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register. Call Pass & Registration at 225–8333 to register for the Thursday Driver’s Course.
PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING
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.
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. Call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE
EFMP RESILIENCY WORKSHOP
Mon • 2 May • 10–11 a.m. Come get all your questions and concerns answered in this resiliency workshop.
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Thu • 5 & 19 May • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
CAREER EXPLORATION WORKSHOP
Fri • 6 May • 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Learn about what jobs fit your personality type. Find your compatibility through strategies and a skills assessment. Registration required, to register call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
MILITARY SPOUSE WELLNESS CONFERENCE
Fri • 6 May • 3–7 p.m. We want to celebrate spouses during the Month of the Military Spouse! Join us for a conference as we discuss wellness. With information sessions on selfcare and resiliency, we want to celebrate you and all your sacrifices. Learn how to take care of YOU for doing all that YOU do!
EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Mon • 9 May • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.
YOKOTA SINGLE PARENTS GROUP
Mon • 9 May • 12–1 p.m. It takes a village! Join our support system and gain information and network in the Yokota community. Kids of all ages are welcome. Call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil for more information or to register.
HEART LINK
Tue • 10 May • 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. An Air Force Aid Society sponsored program for new spouses to Yokota. All spouses are welcomed for a day full of fun, learning and lunch. Registration required, to register call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
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LINKEDIN WORKSHOP
Tue • 10 May • 9–11 a.m. Get yourself out there and learn how to optimize your LinkedIn! Create a network that can help generate business or land your dream job. Registration required, to register call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
PLAN MY MOVE
Fri • 20 May • 9–10 a.m. PCSing out of Yokota? Learn essential tools and information to ensure a smooth transition to your next duty station. Registration required. Call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
Tue • 24 May • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 5:30–6:30p.m. Stay up to date and improve upon your key spouse skills. Registration is required, to register call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@gmail.com
RECRUITMENT AND VOLUNTEER EXPO
Thu • 26 May • 10 a.m.–1 p.m. The Yokota community needs you! Come learn about agencies that are available for employment or volunteering around base like Civilian Personnel, NAF, UMGC, AFFES, USO and more!
FINANCIAL READINESS
WEALTH BUILDING WEDNESDAY
Wednesdays • 2–3 p.m. Learn simple tips to secure a strong financial future. This class will cover Financial Readiness Touch point’s and teach saving and investing options to build wealth throughout your career. Call 225-8726 to register.
ONE-ON-ONE WITH PFR
Meet with our Professional Financial Readiness Manager to discuss budgeting, emergency funds, debt reduction strategies and investments. Call the A&FRC to schedule an appointment.
EDUCATION & TRAINING CENTER
225-4207 • Bldg. 316 MILITARY TA BRIEFING
Required for members using Tuition Assistance for the first time, and for members who received an Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) notification that a refresher briefing is required. Pre-registration is required, to register or for questions email 374fss.fsde@us.af.mil.
MILITARY TESTING
Bldg. 316 • Room 232,233 & 239 Testing for AFCT/ AFOQT/ DLAB/ EDPT/ TAPAS/TBAS. Current testing information can be found at the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) under Education Center News.
CDC TESTING & AIR FORCE DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES
Bldg. 316 • Room 239 Contact your Unit Training Manager (UTM) for questions.
YOKOTA NATIONAL TEST CENTER
Bldg. 316 • Room 230 & 250 Testing for CLEP/ DSST/ No-Military Testing. To register or for questions email yokota-ntc-asia@umgc.edu.
PROMOTION TESTING
Bldg. 316 • Room 232 & 233 Please contact your units Weighted Airmen Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for questions.
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225-7490 • Bldg. 617 AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home /YokotaLibrary CONSTRUCTION CHAOS CLUB
Tue • 3 May • 4–5 p.m. Recommended for Ages 8 & Up Join us in the library to explore the world of STEAM with Snap Circuits, K’Nex and much more!
AIRMEN GAME DAY
Sat • 7 & 21 May • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Bored? Get out of the house or away from the dorms with Airmen Game Day! Choose from various table top games to play or check them out to continue the fun at home.
ORIGAMI CLUB
Thu • 12 May • 4–5 p.m. Recommended for Ages 8 & Up Join us in the library to practice the art of paper folding. Create various designs and patterns. All skill levels welcomed.
MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY
Sat • 14 May • Family Movie Day Sat • 28 May • Anime Matinee 2 p.m. Catch a flick at the library and enjoy popular movies ranging from rated G to PG-13.
T-SHIRT TUESDAY
Tue • 17 May • 10 a.m. Be one of the first 10 library customers to tell a library staff member at the front desk what your favorite book is and choose a free t-shirt.
* Colors, slogans and sizes vary.
LEGO LAB
Wednesdays • 4–5 p.m. All Ages Calling all Master Builders! Join us for LEGO Lab free play and build to your heart’s content.
CHILDREN’S STORY TIME
Thursdays • 10:30–11 a.m. Recommended for Ages 2–5 Join us for a weekly themed story time! Listen to all the fun and adventures books have to offer.
COMMUNITY CENTERS
Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260 MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON
Sat • 28 May • 12–4 p.m. Taiyo • Free • All Ages Come join us for an afternoon of fun and mystery crafting. What will it be? What will you create? Leave it to your imagination or stop by to find out and be creative!
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225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop SPRING PACKAGE
Now–31 May $40* Includes: • 4-Quarts Engine Oil Change • Fluid Check & Top-Off • Vehicle Undercarriage Check • Tires, Wipers & Rubber Boots Check • Car Wash
*Oil filter cost not included. $3.50 per additional quart.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290
A/C SYSTEM CHECK FOR R-134 SYSTEMS
Single A/C: $30; Dual A/C: $45 Includes: Refrigerant Evacuation, A/C System Flesh, Refrigerant Refill & Leak Detector Florescent Dye Refill* Get your car ready for the upcoming summer season at Yokota’s only airconditioning service station! Call Auto Hobby for more information. *Material costs (A/C refrigerant and leak detector dye) are not included.
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