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LIFE & LEISURE
from Horizons | July 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 • 11 Jul • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required.
WALKING IMMERSION TOUR
Thu • 14 Jul • 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Learn about Japanese history and culture by exploring parks, shrines, shopping and more.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES
Mon • 25 Jul • 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 Jul • 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 SPONSORSHIP TRAINING
Fri • 1 Jul • 9–10 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 Jul • 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.–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 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 the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
PERSONAL & WORK LIFE EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Thu • 7 & 21 Jul • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
YOKOTA SINGLE PARENTS GROUP FAMILY EVENT
Sat • 9 Jul • 3–7 p.m. It takes a village! Join us for a fun family day full of laughs while gaining information and networking 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.
EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Mon • 11 Jul • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.
INITIAL KEY SPOUSE TRAINING
Tue • 12 Jul • 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Have you recently been appointed as a key spouse by your unit’s commander? Join the A&FRC for this quarterly training which is mandatory for all firsttime Key Spouses. Prior to the training, please call the key spouse coordinator to ensure your letter has been received. Please email: 374FSSFSFR@us.af. mil or call A&FRC to register.
KEY SPOUSE THANK YOU EVENING
Thu • 14 Jul • 5:30–7:30 p.m. A special appreciation evening for all Key Spouses and Key Spouse Mentors to gather for networking and information, to register call the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@gmail.com
PLAN MY MOVE
Fri • 15 Jul • 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.
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Tue • 19 Jul • 9–11 a.m. Learn tips shared on how to obtain federal employment through USAJobs. gov plus federal resume writing highlights by following Kathryn Troutman’s 10 steps to federal employment. Please call 225-8725 or email 374FSSFSFR@ us.af.mil to register.
FINANCIAL READINESS
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.
WEALTH BUILDING WEDNESDAY
Wednesdays • 2–3 p.m. Learn simple tips to secure a strong financial future. This class will cover Financial Readiness Touchpoint and teach saving and investing options to build wealth throughout your career. Call 225-8726 to register.
FINANCIAL UNIT VISITS
Help your unit set a strong financial foundation. Learn about TSP, FICO, debt reduction, investments, budgeting and more through a unit financial briefing. Call the A&FRC to schedule a briefing. 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 Airman Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for question.
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LIBRARY
CONSTRUCTION CHAOS CLUB
Tue • 5 Jul • 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!
FAMILY MOVIE DAY
Sat • 9 Jul • 2 p.m. Catch a flick at the library and enjoy a popular movie ranging from rated G to PG-13.
ORIGAMI CLUB
Thu • 14 Jul • 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.
T-SHIRT TUESDAY
Tue • 19 Jul • 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!
COMMUNITY CENTERS
Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260
MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON
Sat • 23 Jul • 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!
Laser Tag*
Sat • 16 Jul • 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Taiyo • Free • Ages 10 & Up Put your skills to the test and assemble your teams for an allout, fun game of laser tag. Winning teams will win a prize.Call Taiyo 225-6955 or Yujo 225-7713 for more details. *Sign up at Taiyo by Friday 8 July.
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AERO CLUB/FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER (FTC)
VIRTUAL FLIGHT SAFETY MEETING
Sat • 4 Jun Join us for a local general aviation flight safety discussion group. To receive the link for the meeting contact the Aero Club at yokota.flight. training.center@gmail.com.
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. Payments due at the time of scheduling.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
WINDOW TINTING SERVICE
Starting at $125 Includes: Material & Labor Stop by the Auto Hobby Shop and take a look at their window tint samples on display. Choose between anti-UV or infrared film. Then, pick a color tint: smoke, brown, metallic or clear.
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 car ready for the upcoming summer season 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.
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