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LIFE & LEISURE
from Horizons | Sep 2021
by yokotafss
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC)
225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1
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CULTURAL COURSES
JAPANESE IMMERSION TOUR
Sat • 11 & 25 Sep • 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 • 13 Sep • 1:30–3 p.m. Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required. Call A&FRC at 225-8333.
TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH
Mon • 27 Sep • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required. Call A&FRC at 225-8333.
JAPANESE COOKING CLASS
Tue • 28 Sep • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn how to make local Japanese recipes.
MILITARY WORKSHOPS
TAP TALK
Wed • 1 Sep • 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 • 3 Sep • 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 A&FRC at 225-8725 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
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 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 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. Call A&FRC at 225-8333.
REINTEGRATION BRIEFING
Thursday • 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. Call A&FRC at 225-8333.
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 A&FRC at 225-8333 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE
COMMUNITY INFORMATION FAIR
Thu • 2 & 16 Sep • 11–11:30 a.m. Enlisted Club Learn more about the Yokota community and all it has to offer. Registration is required. Call A&FRC at 225-8333.
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Fri & Mon • 10 & 27 Sep • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
EFMP RESILIENCY WORKSHOP
Mon • 13 Sep • 10–11 a.m. Come get all your questions and concerns answered in this resiliency workshop.
BUNDLES FOR BABIES
Tue • 14 Sep • 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Expecting a baby? Have a newborn? Learn about available resources and programs on base that can help support you and your growing family. Participants will receive a gift card for their precious bundles, compliments of the Air Force Aid Society. Registration is required. Call 225-8726 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
EFMP 101 ORIENTATION
Fri • 17 Sep • 10–11 a.m. An introduction to the EFMP and what services are available to you and your family.
YOKOTA SINGLE PARENTS GROUP
Wed • 15 Sep • 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 A&FRC at 2258333 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil for more information or to register.
LINKEDIN WORKSHOP
Tue • 28 Sep • 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. Call A&FRC at 225-8333.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
Tue • 28 Sep • 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. Call A&FRC at 255–8333.
T-SHIRT TUESDAY
Tue • 21 Sep • 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. All Ages Join us for a weekly themed story time! Listen to all the fun and adventures books have to offer.
Airmen Game Day
Sat • 4 & 18 Sep • 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.
Origami Club
Thu • 9 Sep • 4–5 p.m. Ages 8 & Up Join the library to practice the art of paper folding. Create various designs and patterns. All skill levels welcomed.
Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260
CANVAS AND COCKTAILS
Sat • 18 Sep • 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.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
CAR PARTS VINYL WRAPPING SERVICE
Examples: R32 Nissan Skyline Engine Hood- $500 Subaru WRX Engine Hood- $550 Call Auto Hobby at 225-7623 for an estimate.
A/C SYSTEM CHECK FOR R-134 SYSTEMS
Single A/C: $30; Dual A/C: $45 Includes: Refrigerant Evacuation, A/C System Flush, Refrigerant Refill & Leak Detector Florescent Dye Refill* Get your cars A/C system checked at Yokota’s only air-conditioning service station! Call Auto Hobby for more information. *Material costs (A/C refrigerant and leak detector dye) are not included.
