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LIFE & LEISURE
by yokotafss
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (M&FRC)
225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1
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CULTURAL COURSES
All other cultural courses can be found in the calendar on Pg. 27.
TIPS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH
Mon • 17 Oct • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Ages 18 & Up Learn how to teach English to Japanese speakers. Registration required.
WALKING IMMERSION TOUR
Thu • 20 Oct • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Learn about Japanese history and culture by exploring parks, shrines, shopping and more.
SINGLE MILITARY WALKING TOUR
Fri • 21 Oct • 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Get out of the dorms and experience Japan! Join the M&FRC on a journey off base to explore parks, shrines, shopping and more. Single or unaccompanied Airmen only.
JAPANESE CUSTOMS & COURTESIES
Mon • 3 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 • 25 Oct • 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 • 5 Oct • 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.
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING
Fri • 14 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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION
Day 1• Wed • 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Day 2 • Thu • 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 the M&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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil.
DOD TRANSITION DAY
Tue • 4 & 18 Oct • 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.
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)
Fri • 14 Oct • 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 • 21 Oct • 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 • 24–25 Oct • 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.
BOOTS TO BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP
Mon–Tue • 31 Oct–1 Nov • 8 a.m.–4 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
EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP
Thu • 6 & 20 Oct • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
Tue • 25 Oct • 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 including Suicide Awareness and SAPR. Registration is not required.
EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Mon • 3 Oct • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.
PLAN MY MOVE
Fri • 21 Oct • 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 M&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
FEDERAL RESUME APPLICATION AND WRITING WORKSHOP
Thu • 6 Oct • 9–10 a.m. This workshop will follow Kathryn Troutman’s 10 Steps to Federal Employment, including tips on how to obtain federal employment through USAJobs. Please call 225-8725 or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.
PRIVATE SECTOR RESUME/LINKEDIN WORKSHOP
Tue • 11 Oct • 9–11 a.m. Learn how to make your private sector resume and LinkedIn account stand out amongst other applicants.
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 M&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 unit’s 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 • 4 Oct • 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 • 1 & 15 Oct • 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 • 13 Oct • 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.
FAMILY MOVIE DAY
Sat • 8 Oct • 2 p.m. Catch a flick at the library and enjoy popular movies ranging from rated G to PG-13.
T-SHIRT TUESDAY
Tue • 18 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.
LEGO LAB
Wednesdays • 4–5 p.m. All Ages Calling all Master Builders! Join us for LEGO brick free play every Wednesday! 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!
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. Payments due at the time of scheduling.
COMMUNITY CENTERS
Yujo • 225-7713 • Bldg. 327 Taiyo • 225-6955 • Bldg. 3260 MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON
Sat • 22 Oct • 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!
NAF HR
225-3920 • Bldg. 316 • RM. 217 CAREER FAIR
Mon • 24 Oct • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. M&FRC • Free • All Ages This Halloween, don’t let finding employment on Yokota spook you. Check out the Career Fair to find out about exciting positions and a promising future with NAF and APF.
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Ping Pong Tournament
Fri • 21 Oct • 6–8 p.m. Yujo • Free • All Ages Come out for some friendly competition and see if you have what it takes to claim the crown as champion. Beginner and intermediate players welcome. FSS gift cards will be awarded for first and second place in each category.
225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop Repair your car without breaking the bank by purchasing used parts! Auto Hobby Shop can search for recycled parts through off base vendors. Purchase a secondhand alternator, transmission, radiator and more. Contact the Auto Hobby Shop for more information at 225-7623.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290
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