LIFE & LEISURE

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (M&FRC)

225-8725/042-507-6548 • Bldg. 535 /YokotaMFRC1

To register for classes, courses, events and workshops, please scan the QR code or contact the M&FRC.

CULTURAL COURSES

All other cultural courses can be found in the calendar on Pg. 27.

TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH

Mon • 9 Jan • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required.

WALKING IMMERSION TOUR

Thu • 5 & 19 Jan • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Learn about Japanese history and culture by exploring parks, shrines, shopping and more.

JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES

Mon • 23 Jan • 1:30–3 p.m. Learn Japanese etiquette so you can feel more at ease exploring off base. Registration required.

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS

Tue • 31 Jan • 12–1:30 p.m. Learn how to make local Japanese recipes.

SPACE AVAILABLE TRAVEL BRIEFING

Tue • 3 Jan • 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Learn about space available travel directly from AMC Passenger Terminal representatives.

SURVIVAL JAPANESE

Tuesdays • 6–7 p.m. Learn basic Japanese words and phrases to navigate on your own off base.

MILITARY WORKSHOPS SPONSORSHIP TRAINING

Fri • 6 Jan • 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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION

Day 1• Wednesdays • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Day 2 • Thursdays • 8 a.m.–12 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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register. Call Pass & Registration at 225–8333 to register for the Thursday Driver’s Course.

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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 than 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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.

TAP TALK

Wed • 4 Jan • 7:30–8:30 a.m. Join M&FRC for free coffee and donuts while networking as you learn to navigate the civilian sector with other transitioning service members.

PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING

Mon • 9 & 23 Jan • 8–11 a.m. Pre-separation counseling should be accomplished early in the transition process, but no later than 365 days from separation. This briefing ensures members are informed of the entitlements and benefits available to assist them, their family members and significant others with the transition to civilian life. This is a congressionally mandated course. Members will need to contact M&FRC to schedule with a TAP counselor.

DOD TRANSITION DAY

Tue • 10 & 24 Jan • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. DoD Transition Day provides an overview of skills and information to help members prepare for their transition. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)

Fri • 6 Jan • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Learn about the fundamentals of civilian employment, ranging from resume building to accepting a job offer. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES

Fri • 20 Jan • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Members will be provided with information regarding their benefits from a Veteran’s Affairs advisor. This is a congressionally mandated course. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP

Mon–Tue • 30–31 Jan • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Take a deeper look into the civilian workforce with this two-day employment track. Contact M&FRC to schedule. Thu–Fri • 12–13 Jan • 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Conducted by the Small Business Administration, members will receive an overview of opening a new business, growing an existing business or managing one as they transition from military to civilian life. Contact M&FRC to schedule.

PERSONAL & WORK LIFE

INITIAL KEY SPOUSE TRAINING

Mon • 9 Jan • 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Are you a newly appointed Key Spouse? Join us for a quarterly training, mandatory for all first-time Key Spouses. For additional information, contact M&FRC.

KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION: FAMILY ADVOCACY

Tue • 10 Jan • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; 5:30–6:30 p.m. Networking and training for Key Spouses. Explore various topics to enhance your KS program.

KEY SPOUSE REFRESHER TRAINING

Mon • 23 Jan • 9–10 a.m. A standardized training for Key Spouses that focuses on local trends and resource information.

EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP

Thu • 12 Jan • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.

EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP

Thu • 26 Jan • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.

EFMP 101

Wed • 18 Jan • 10–11 a.m. Are you new to EFMP? Come learn about the program with the EFMP team.

PLAN MY MOVE

Fri • 6 Jan • 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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

PRIVATE SECTOR RESUME/LINKEDIN WORKSHOP

Thu • 19 Jan • 9–11 a.m. Learn how to make your resume and LinkedIn account stand out amongst other applicants.

FINANCIAL READINESS

ONE-ON-ONE WITH PFR

Meet with our Personal Financial Counselor to discuss budgeting, debt reduction strategies, TSP and investments. Call M&FRC to schedule an appointment.

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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 unit’s Weighted Airmen Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for questions.

COMMUNITY CENTERS

Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260 MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON

Sat • 28 Jan • 12–4 p.m. Taiyo • Free • All Ages Join us for an afternoon of fun and mystery crafting! What will it be? What will you create? Stop by to discover what creativity awaits! 225-7490 • Bldg. 617 AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home /YokotaLibrary AIRMEN GAME DAY

Sat • 7 & 21 Jan • 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 tabletop games to play or check them out to continue the fun at home.

ORIGAMI CLUB

Thu • 12 Jan • 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 welcome.

T-SHIRT TUESDAY

Tue • 17 Jan • 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 30 minutes of fun and adventure with our weekly themed book reading, songs and more!

LEGO LAB

Wednesdays • 4–5 p.m. All Ages Calling all Master Builders! Join us for LEGO brick free play every Wednesday!

AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC)

225-8988 • Bldg. 4304 /USAFYokotaFlightTrainingCenter/AeroClub

Flight Over Tokyo

$200 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 due at the time of scheduling.

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225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop NEW YEAR SPECIAL

4–31 Jan Enjoy 5% off all car detailing packages.

Winterize Special

1 Jan–28 Feb • *$82 Prepare your car for the winter weather! This limited time offer includes an engine oil and filter change, radiator flush, radiator cap and a check and top off of all fluids. Auto Hobby will also check all belts, hoses, the charging system, vehicle undercarriage and perform a tire pressure check and adjustment. Contact the Auto Hobby Shop for more information at 225-7623.

*Cost for four quarts. $3.50 per additional quart. Oil filter cost not included.

VEHICLE OPERATIONS

225-7720 • Bldg. 1290

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