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LIFE & LEISURE
from Horizons | October
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 • 4 Oct • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES
Mon • 18 Oct • 1:30–3 p.m. Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required.
JAPANESE COOKING CLASS
Tue • 26 Oct • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn how to make local Japanese recipes.
MILITARY WORKSHOPS SPONSORSHIP TRAINING
Fri • 1 Oct • 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.
TAP TALK
Wed • 6 Oct • 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.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION
Wednesdays • 7:30 a.m.–2:30 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.
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
INITIAL KEY SPOUSE TRAINING
Tue • 5 Oct • 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Have you been appointed as a key spouse by your unit’s commander? Join A&FRC for this training which is mandatory for all first-time key spouses. Prior to the training, please call the key spouse coordinator to ensure your letter has been received. Email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Wed • 6 Oct • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Fri & Tue • 15 & 26 Oct • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
YOKOTA SINGLE PARENTS GROUP
Tue • 19 Oct • 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.
CIVILIAN RESUME WORKSHOP
Tue • 26 Oct • 9–11 a.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m. Looking for a new career in the private sector? Learn how to showcase your skills and experience to create an effective resume for future employers. Registration required.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
Tue • 26 Oct • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m. Stay up to date and improve upon your key spouse skills. Registration is required.
LIBRARY
AIRMEN GAME DAY
Sat • 2 & 16 Oct • 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Get out of the dorms or away from the house for some tabletop game fun! Choose from dozens of games to play. You can also check out games to use later at home.
ORIGAMI CLUB
Thu • 14 Oct • 4–5 p.m. Ages 8 & Up Join us in the library to practice the art of paper folding. Create various designs and patterns. All skill levels welcomed.
T-SHIRT TUESDAY
Tue • 19 Oct • 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.
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.
225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbySho
PURCHASE USED PARTS
Repair your car on the down low by purchasing used parts. Auto Hobby Shop can search for recycled parts through off-base vendors. Purchase used tires, body parts, light lenses, eternal switches, control arms, an alternator, starter motor, radiator, engine, transmission and more. Stop by the Auto Hobby Shop with vehicle inspection sheet for a quote. Payment required before ordering. Refunds are not given. Call Auto Hobby for more information.
FLIGHT SAFETY MEETING
Sat • 2 Oct • 9 a.m. Spectrum Lounge, Enlisted Club Join us for a local general aviation flight safety discussion group.
FLIGHT OVER TOKYO
$165 Want to see the bright lights of Tokyo from the sky? The Aero Club can show you the big city in an hour-long, piloted flight. Three passenger maximum. Weight restrictions may apply. Tour flights must be scheduled in person, 24 hours in advance. Payment is due at the time of scheduling.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290
