LIFE & LEISURE

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER (A&FRC)

225-8725 • Bldg. 535 /Yokota.AFRC1

CULTURAL COURSES

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

SINGLE AIRMEN WALKING TOUR

Fri • 16 Sep • 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Get out of the dorms and experience Japan! Join the A&FRC at the Fussa gate and journey off base to explore parks, shrines, shopping and more. Single or unaccompanied airman only.

MILITARY WORKSHOPS

TAP TALK

Wed • 7 Sep • 7:30–8:30 a.m. Join the 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 • 2 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 the A&FRC or email 374FSSFSFR@us.af.mil to register.

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.

PERSONAL & WORK LIFE EFMP SENSORY PLAY GROUP

Thu • 8 & 22 Sep • 9–10 a.m. Learn about resiliency as you create crafts with your child.

EFMP EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP

Mon • 12 Sep • 10–11 a.m. Come listen to the experts speak on various educational topics.

PLAN MY MOVE

Fri • 16 Sep • 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.

ACE YOUR INTERVIEW

Fri • 9 Sep • 9–10 a.m. Gain the confidence to interview successfully! Create an interview plan that will work for you even when you’re nervous. Join the A&FRC to learn about the many tips and tricks to help you answer tricky interview questions.

MOCK INTERVIEWS

Fri • 9 Sep • 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Have an interview coming up? Bolster your experience with interviewing in a one-on-one setting or with a panel of interviewers. Call the A&FRC to schedule a time for a mock interview.

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PERSONAL & WORK LIFE PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING

Thu • 8 & 22 Sep • 9–10 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 their entitlements and benefits they may be eligible for to assist them, their family members and significant others with the transition to civilian life.

DOD TRANSITION DAY

Tue • 13 & 27 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. DoD Transition Day provides an overview of skills and information to help members prepare for their transition and is broken into three modules, which will walk members through their transition concerns through the separation/ retirement process, how to translate their military careers to the civilian workforce and how to financially plan for their future post-separation/ retirement. To register, contact the A&FRC.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT FUNDAMENTALS OF CAREER TRANSITION (EFCT)

Fri •16 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Learn about the fundamentals of civilian employment from the Department of Labor. Members will obtain information about planning next steps and selecting a career, preparing for success, using LinkedIn and navigating jobs in the civilian sector. To register, contact the A&FRC.

VA BENEFITS AND SERVICES

Fri • 23 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Members will be provided with information about their benefits as a veteran from a Veteran’s Affairs advisor. Members will learn about how to support themselves and their family, getting career ready, finding a place to live, maintaining their health and connecting with their community. To register, contact the A&FRC.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP

Mon & Tue • 19 & 20 Sep • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Take a deeper look into the civilian workforce with the Department of Labor’s two-day employment track. In this workshop, members will dive into greater detail on all transitions to a civilian career, from resume building through employment. To register, contact the A&FRC.

PERSONAL AND WORK LIFE

DEPARTMENT OF STATE RECRUITMENT EVENT

Thu • 8 Sep • 12–4 p.m. The Department of State from the Tokyo Embassy will be hosting a panel to speak about their positions and experiences, including an address from key note speaker Alexei Kral. Members will be given the chance to split into breakout rooms to discuss specific areas of employment, such as IT, maintenance and administration careers. Following the breakout discussions, there will be a Q&A and a Diplomat in Residence to speak to those in attendance.

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 units Weighted Airmen Promotion System (WAPS) monitor for questions.

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225-7490 • Bldg. 617 AirForceLibraries.LibGuides.com/Yokota/Home /YokotaLibrary AIRMEN GAME DAY

Sat • 3 & 17 Sep • 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 table top games to play or check them out to continue the fun at home.

ORIGAMI CLUB

Thu • 8 Sep • 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 • 10 Sep • 2 p.m. Catch a flick at the library and enjoy popular movies ranging from rated G to PG-13.

T-SHIRT TUESDAY

Tue • 20 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.

LEGO LAB

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

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!

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 passengers 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 PAINT & SIP NIGHT

Sat • 10 Sep • 5–8 p.m. Taiyo • $25 • Ages 20 & Up Sign up by: 8 Sep Spend your Saturday sipping on complimentary drinks and painting a masterpiece! Reserve your spot by contacting the Taiyo at 225-6995.

MYSTERY CRAFTERNOON

Sat • 24 Sep • 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!

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AUTO HOBBY SHOP

225-7623 • Bldg. 4086 /YokotaAutoHobbyShop 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 fall season at Yokota’s only airconditioning service station! Call Auto Hobby for more information. *Material costs (A/C refrigerant and leak detector dye) are not included.

VEHICLE OPERATIONS

225-7720 • Bldg. 1290

WINDOW TINTING SERVICE

Anti-UV and infrared film makes interior temperature lower. Come in and take a look at the samples on display. Increase Your Gas Mileage! Gas prices are up, there are a few ways to increase gas mileage: •Make sure your tires are inflated to the manufacturer’s specifications. •Check the engine air filter and spark plugs. •Engine decarbonize. Get a tune up to make sure your engine is running efficiently. Contact the Auto Hobby Shop for more information at 225-7623.

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