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YOUR GUIDE TO KADENA FSS • NOVEMBER 2015
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Contact your local Troy University office for course dates and times.
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KADENA AIR BASE
Snapsh ts November 2015
Note: Facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.
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COMMAND18th Force Support Squadron Commander
Colonel Peter M. Pollock
MARKETING
For information on Venture magazine, call Kadena Force Support Marketing at 634-5078 or email [email protected].
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Venture magazine is designed to inform and entertain the individuals who use Kadena Force Support facilities. For article source information, please contact Kadena Force Support Marketing. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Kadena Air Base, DoD, or the U.S. Air Force.
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Art DirectorRyan Burger
Graphics Yoshihiro HigaTakako UeharaYuka KinjoYasuhiro Nerome
PhotographerNagi Marie Quirk
Web DeveloperShelly Xiong
InternsAmy Jo SelbyKimberly Guerrero
High School InternJazmyn Dukes
Marketing DirectorChristine Phillipp
Video ProducerAtt Eachus
Writer/EditorRachel Kuhn
Commercial SponsorshipMaasa Migita
Senior Account ExecutiveLeya Bonorris
Account ExecutivesKimberly CoronaArielle SullivanAriel Tipton
OperationsRuben Zaldaña
Dreams of Hokkaido
Do You Do the DIY?
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Cover Photo by: Nagi Marie Quirk
A Brief History of Black Friday
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Just like baseball, apple pie and big trucks, in America, Black Friday is an institution. A holiday of its own allowing many an extended weekend that is celebrated with such ferocity it has been known to cause injury. Whether that’s
physical injury or injury to one’s dignity I’ll leave up to you, but injury just the same. We all know and understand the ramifications of engaging in a Black Friday sale. Rules are out the window. So is personal space. Coffee, tenacity and a strong will are imperative for a successful Black Friday outing; we Americans are hard-wired with an insatiable need for a good deal.
But do you know how Black Friday actually started? Its beginnings are retail and financial based, but it has since morphed into a different animal. In the 1960s, the term was coined in reference to the upward spike in retail sales around Thanksgiving. Before computers and financial software, records were kept using pen and paper (what?!). Red ink signified a loss while black ink showed a profit. As it does now, the day after Thanksgiving marked the start of the Christmas shopping season, thus bringing most retailers from the red into the black. Unofficially, this can be traced to as early as 1924 when the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade made its debut. A trend such as this cannot go unnamed and the obvious choice was Black Friday. The Kadena Force Support Squadron will feed your need for sales this Black Friday. Enjoy our sales and discounts throughout November and on Black Friday, but don’t forget to enjoy your family too!
– By Rachel Kuhn
VENTURE 7
BLACK FRIDAY
sales
November &
Kadena Arts & Crafts • 966-7347
NOVEMBER SALE2 - 6 NovemberEnjoy a 15% discount on all custom framing orders.
VETERAN’S DAY SALE10 - 12 NovemberReceive 20 - 40% off store merchandise.
BLACK FRIDAY SALEFriday, 27 NovemberStop by for 20% off all Crafty Things Christmas merchandise!8 am - 9 am • Extra 20% off 9 am - 10 am • Extra 10% offThere is a max discount of 20% on all Christmas lights.
Emery Lanes • 966-7303
BLACK FRIDAY SALEFriday, 27 November Receive 10% off all balls, bags, shoes and accessories. League bowlers will get an additional 10% off.
Kadena Marina • 966-7345
BLACK FRIDAY SALEFriday, 27 November • 7 am - 6 pmUp to 30% off all retail items!
Banyan Tree Golf Course • 966-7321
BLACK FRIDAY SALEPutt for Dough • Friday, 27 NovemberPut your skills to the test for a chance to receive 10 - 30% off all items!
Chibana Golf Course • 966-7327
SUPER SATURDAY SALEEnjoy 25% off all Oakley products including sunglasses!
Karing Kennels Boarding Facility • 966-7339
BLACK FRIDAY SALEStop by for 10 - 20% off select items excluding Merrick pet food.
NOVEMBER PET ADOPTION SPECIALAdopt a pet during the month of November and receive 10% off one grooming service!
Okuma Beach • 631-1991/1992
BLACK FRIDAY SALEEnjoy 10 - 30% off selected Okuma apparel and souvenir merchandise.
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nightlife
You’re invited!Wednesday, 4 November • 5:30 pm -7 pmMembers, we’ve got a night for you with a delicious dinner bu� et, games and thousands of dollars in prizes. This event is open to Air Force Club members of the Kadena O� cers’ Club ages 18 years and over only.
Not a member? Join the fun and sign up today.
Open to all services, SOFA status, offi cers and civilian equivalants. Stop by the Kadena Offi cers’ Club for more details.
Bring your team of four and compete in a night of wild trivia for cash prizes and more!
$1.80 Well Drinks4 pm - close
Every Thursday 4 pm - closeEnjoy drink, draft and pizza specials as well as $0.50 wings with free karaoke all night! Open to all ranks and services. Enlisted personnel must be accompanied by an offi cer or civilian equivalent.
Drawing begins • 5:30 pmFree • Members$6 • Nonmembers (eligible for 5:30 pm and 6:15 pm drawings only)
You must be present to win. If there is no winner from the 7 pm drawing, the total increases weekly by $175. One lucky Club member has the chance to win up to $1,199! Open to o� cers and civilian equivalents only.
Every SaturdayIn the Weekender Lounge
5 pm - closeFree!
Open to offi cers and civilian equivalents ages 20 and over!
With free hors d’oeuvresEvery Friday • 5 pm - 7 pm
3 & 17 November6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Kadena O� cers’ Club • 966-7409
#makelifelegendary
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nightlife
Open to adult members of the Rocker NCO and Banyan Tree Clubs. Enjoy one of the best perks of being a Club member and enjoy a night of food, prizes, and of course, lots of fun.
TUESDAYS
Texas Hold‘emRegistration • 5:30 pmGames begin • 6 pm
Open to enlisted Air Force Club members only. We will award FSS Gift Cards are awarded
to the top four � nishers.
WEDNESDAYS
Salsa Night • 4 & 25 NovemberDance Lessons • 7 pm - 9 pm
Open Latin Dance • 9 pm - 11 pm
Re� ections LoungeTHURSDAYS
Open Sing Karaoke • 7 pm
Double Elimination Cricket Dart Tournament
In the LoungeRegistration • 7 pm
Games begin • 7:30 pmA minimum of four participants required.
$50 FSS Gift Card • First place$25 FSS Gift Card • Second place
FRIDAYS
Devour Hour4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
New & Old School R&B6:30 pm - 3 am
SATURDAYS
New & Old School R&B7 pm - 3 am
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234 | Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372
UFC 193: Rousey vs Holm Sunday, 15 November • 11 am
Re� ections LoungeFree • Members | $5 • Nonmembers
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverage specials throughout the event.
BUNCOMonday, 30 November
Shiraho RoomRegistration • 6 pm | Games begin • 6:30 pm
Free and open to all Air Force Club members!Bunco is a social dice game based on luck.
Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Your seat is waiting!
Weekly BingoIn the Ballroom
Every Sunday • 3 pmMondays and Tuesdays • 7 pmBingo Appreciation day to be
announced at other bingo events.
Enlisted Club Adult Membership Appreciation Night
Wednesday, 18 November • 5:30 pmBu� et • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
In the Rocker NCO Club Ballroom
FOOTBALL BASICS at Banyan Tree Club
Wednesday, 18 November • 10 amTime to learn the game!
Open to anyone who wants to learn the basics of American football. Free • Members | $5 • Nonmembers
This course will focus on the basics of American football through step by step explanation of the rules, defense and o� ense, infractions, scoring and referee hand signals.
Enjoy complimentary donuts and pastries while you learn. Registration begins on Sunday, 1 November at 10 am at the Banyan Tree Customer Service Desk.
#makelifelegendary
Groove N’ FamLive Soul and R&B
Saturday, 21 November • 10 pm In the Rocker NCO Club Ballroom
Free • Members$5 • Nonmembers
Open only to enlisted personnel and civilian equivalents.
Robski’s $5,000 Deal or No Deal Game Show
Friday, 27 NovemberIn the Rocker NCO Club Ballroom
Doors open • 6 pm | Show begins • 7 pm $15 • Advanced tickets | $20 • Day of show
Featuring Chaos and Fish n’ Chips with a special door prize drawing of a 58” color TV! Tickets go on sale Sunday,
1 November at the Rocker Customer Service Desk.
Visit KADENAEVENTS.COM
Bingo at the Rocker NCO Club
Want to play bingo at the Banyan Tree Club?
Like them on Facebook at Banyan Tree Club - O� cial Page to see their weekly
bingo schedule!
Want your 15 minutes of fame? There will be an open casting call
to be a Deal or No Deal Case Lady! Join us Sunday, 8 November
at 6 pm at the Rocker NCO Club Shiraho Room. No advance
registration required. Open to all ages 18 and over.
21K+ Holiday Bingo Wednesday, 11 November
In the BallroomDoors open • 4 pm
Games begin • 6 pmAll books games will have a payout of
no less than $1199.
Final game has a guaranteed payout of $3000.
Comedian Tommy Davidsonwith Joe Torreyfeaturing Hannibal ThompsonSunday, 15 NovemberIn the Rocker NCO ClubBallroom Doors open • 7:30 pmShow starts • 9 pmAges 18 and over
Don‘t miss a night of hilarity with stand-up comedian and actor Tommy Davidson of “In Living Color.”$45 • Members only premium tickets$35 • Members$40 • NonmembersTickets go on sale Sunday, 1 Novemberat the Rocker NCO Customer Service Desk.
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Open to adult members of the Rocker NCO and Banyan Tree Clubs. Enjoy one of the best perks of being a Club member and enjoy a night of food, prizes, and of course, lots of fun.
TUESDAYS
Texas Hold‘emRegistration • 5:30 pmGames begin • 6 pm
Open to enlisted Air Force Club members only. We will award FSS Gift Cards are awarded
to the top four � nishers.
WEDNESDAYS
Salsa Night • 4 & 25 NovemberDance Lessons • 7 pm - 9 pm
Open Latin Dance • 9 pm - 11 pm
Re� ections LoungeTHURSDAYS
Open Sing Karaoke • 7 pm
Double Elimination Cricket Dart Tournament
In the LoungeRegistration • 7 pm
Games begin • 7:30 pmA minimum of four participants required.
$50 FSS Gift Card • First place$25 FSS Gift Card • Second place
FRIDAYS
Devour Hour4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
New & Old School R&B6:30 pm - 3 am
SATURDAYS
New & Old School R&B7 pm - 3 am
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234 | Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372
UFC 193: Rousey vs Holm Sunday, 15 November • 11 am
Re� ections LoungeFree • Members | $5 • Nonmembers
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverage specials throughout the event.
BUNCOMonday, 30 November
Shiraho RoomRegistration • 6 pm | Games begin • 6:30 pm
Free and open to all Air Force Club members!Bunco is a social dice game based on luck.
Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Your seat is waiting!
Weekly BingoIn the Ballroom
Every Sunday • 3 pmMondays and Tuesdays • 7 pmBingo Appreciation day to be
announced at other bingo events.
Enlisted Club Adult Membership Appreciation Night
Wednesday, 18 November • 5:30 pmBu� et • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
In the Rocker NCO Club Ballroom
FOOTBALL BASICS at Banyan Tree Club
Wednesday, 18 November • 10 amTime to learn the game!
Open to anyone who wants to learn the basics of American football. Free • Members | $5 • Nonmembers
This course will focus on the basics of American football through step by step explanation of the rules, defense and o� ense, infractions, scoring and referee hand signals.
Enjoy complimentary donuts and pastries while you learn. Registration begins on Sunday, 1 November at 10 am at the Banyan Tree Customer Service Desk.
#makelifelegendary
Groove N’ FamLive Soul and R&B
Saturday, 21 November • 10 pm In the Rocker NCO Club Ballroom
Free • Members$5 • Nonmembers
Open only to enlisted personnel and civilian equivalents.
Robski’s $5,000 Deal or No Deal Game Show
Friday, 27 NovemberIn the Rocker NCO Club Ballroom
Doors open • 6 pm | Show begins • 7 pm $15 • Advanced tickets | $20 • Day of show
Featuring Chaos and Fish n’ Chips with a special door prize drawing of a 58” color TV! Tickets go on sale Sunday,
1 November at the Rocker Customer Service Desk.
Visit KADENAEVENTS.COM
Bingo at the Rocker NCO Club
Want to play bingo at the Banyan Tree Club?
Like them on Facebook at Banyan Tree Club - O� cial Page to see their weekly
bingo schedule!
Want your 15 minutes of fame? There will be an open casting call
to be a Deal or No Deal Case Lady! Join us Sunday, 8 November
at 6 pm at the Rocker NCO Club Shiraho Room. No advance
registration required. Open to all ages 18 and over.
21K+ Holiday Bingo Wednesday, 11 November
In the BallroomDoors open • 4 pm
Games begin • 6 pmAll books games will have a payout of
no less than $1199.
Final game has a guaranteed payout of $3000.
Comedian Tommy Davidsonwith Joe Torreyfeaturing Hannibal ThompsonSunday, 15 NovemberIn the Rocker NCO ClubBallroom Doors open • 7:30 pmShow starts • 9 pmAges 18 and over
Don‘t miss a night of hilarity with stand-up comedian and actor Tommy Davidson of “In Living Color.”$45 • Members only premium tickets$35 • Members$40 • NonmembersTickets go on sale Sunday, 1 Novemberat the Rocker NCO Customer Service Desk.
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travel
Night Golf TournamentSaturday, 21 November • 6 pm
$15 • Per person (Ages 15 & over)All participants will receive a $5 meal discount with a grand
prize of a CaddyDaddy golf hybrid travel bag!
Christmas Gourmet DinnerFriday, 25 December • 5 pm - 9 pm
Make plans to enjoy your Christmas Dinner at Okuma Beach this year! We’ll have a full, delicious spread of classic favorites
as well as local dishes to help you celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
New Year’s Eve Bash31 December 2015 - 2 January 2016
Rooms released • Tuesday, 10 NovemberRing in the New Year at Okuma Beach!
Package includes two New Year’s Eve Bash wristbands.
Sweet Cabana Deal1 October 2015 - 31 March 2016
Enjoy free breakfast for two days for two people in any Okuma Suite, Suite Plus, Studio or Studio Premier this winter!
Ask our sta� about options for additional guests or adding on extra nights to your relaxing stay at Okuma Beach.
Sunday - Thursday only, holidays not included.
Start your camping or kayaking adventure for only $1!
Okuma Beach 631-1991/1992
#makelifeparadise
YYY CLUB IE RESORT SPECIALSBirthday PlanCouples Plan
Cottage and Family Plan
INDIVIDUAL RESERVATIONS
For details and reservations, call Kadena ITT at 966-7333.
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Visit us on the web at www.ie-resort.com/english/ Phone: 0980-49-5011 Fax: 0980-49-5130
Kadena ITT upcoming tour!
New Year’s Getaway30 December 2015 - 1 January 2016
Contact Kadena ITT for more details.
UNIT RETREATS OR GROUP RESERVATIONSContact Brian Enloe for more information.
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travel
Private Pilot Ground SchoolLearn the fundamentals of aviation with the Kadena Aero Club. Our eight week
Private Pilot Ground School will get you started on your � ight path. Visit building
736 or call for more information!
let your dreams take flight
Island Tour FlightYou’ve seen Okinawa from the pier, the
beach, the seawall and perhaps even from under the water – but what about from
the air? Take to the skies with the Kadena Aero Club to see Okinawa from a whole new perspective with a one hour tour
� ight for you and two friends. This � ight is alternatively available as an Introductory
Flight for those interested in pursuing � ight training.
Weekday DiscountFor students and pilots who are currently
members of the Kadena Aero Club, we haveimplemented a weekday discount for aircraft rental rates.
Interested in obtaining a membership with the Kadena Aero Club?Stop by for information on � ight training, ground instruction
and regaining your currencies.
#makelifesoarKadena Aero Club • 966-7301
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36th Annual Tsuboya Pottery Fair Saturday, 21 November • 10 am - 3 pm Naha’s Tsuboya disctrict has been the symbol of Okinawan pottery for more than 300 years. With over 30,000 pieces of pottery, take advantage of the 20 - 30% discount o� ered through our tour! $15 • Adults $15 • Ages 6 - 12$5 • Ages 5 & under
Yotsutake Dinner TheaterFriday, 27 November • 5 pm - 10 pmExperience a true Okinawan cultural show featuring Eisa dancing, karate and more along with a delicious dinner with choices such as lobster, steak, Okinawan pork, sashimi and tempura. $56 • Adults$21 • Ages 6 - 12$5 • Ages 5 & under (does not include a meal)
O� Island ToursTokyo • 22 - 26 December • Register by Friday, 13 NovemberSydney • 19 - 27 December • Register by Thursday, 12 NovemberHong Kong • 22 - 26 December • Register by Friday, 13 NovemberYYY Club iE Resort • 30 December 2015 - 1 January 2016 • Register by Saturday, 12 December
Visit www.kadenafss.com/o� -island-tours for pricing and more information.
Southern Hill Ice Skating6 - 11 & 25 - 30 November¥1,000 • Adults¥900 • Ages 13 - 17¥800 • Ages 7 - 12¥700 • Ages 6 & under
Ryukyu Kings Pro Basketball Tickets¥1,800 • Adults ¥900 • Ages 6 - 15 Unreserved, second � oor tickets for any home game.
Kadena Information, Tickets and Travel • 966-7333
Discount Tickets
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recreation
HokkaidoDreams of
VENTURE 17
Hokkaido By Reece Churilla
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recreation
Register now at Outdoor Recreation!
White Christmas at Naeba in Niigata 24 - 28 December
Ice Festival in Hokkaido 2 - 6 February
Shiga Kougen in Nagano 12 - 16 February
VENTURE 19
I was a young boy when they started, 13 or 14 years old, growing up in the sticks of Southeastern Ohio. We had the cruelest winters then. Snowdrifts ran for miles along our salted roads; the sun a dim orb
caught in a haze that turned the world black and white like an old film.
Perhaps they were films that inspired those dreams that would follow me for years —
the Kurosawa classics and Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman, or modern flicks like
The Last Samurai and Spirited Away. My only connection to Japan: movies and dreams.
In these dreams, I’m walking alone on a dirt path at dusk. The forest is receding and I can see the soft red glow of paper lanterns in the distance. Soon I’m upon a small village of wooden homes with big sliding doors and white flags painted black with Japanese characters. Silhouettes move along the windows, but there aren’t any villagers to be seen. I try to imagine their lives from outside before moving on — the cicadas and my footsteps the only sounds in the dark.
I rest on a bench at the end of town. I’m waiting for something or someone I do not know. A drone swells out of the silence, and it’s then I begin to realize I’m dreaming. With this
realization comes a powerful feeling of peace. Of coming home
from a long journey. And the dream ends.
It was luck my Navy wife was selected for two tours in Okinawa.
I’d traveled to Japan once before we met. It was during my sophomore year
in college, the August leaves already orange with autumn. I chased those
dreams through the electric jungles of Tokyo and the rough stone streets of Kyoto.
I learned much about Japanese culture and society, but the world of my dreams was
nowhere to be found.
I discovered Okinawa to be a place of unspeakable beauty, particularly the emerald shorelines and
palm-studded mountains up north. Certainly there is
peacefulness in walking these humid streets at dusk when the traffic dies down and the izakayas come alive.
We departed Okinawa for Sapporo in northern Japan last February. I hadn’t worn snow gear for years, not since those angry Ohio blizzards, and I actually cringed looking down at the snow banks from the plane. I’d left the cold behind long ago, yet this was vacation.
We trudged through the Sapporo Snow Festival where great walls of ice were cut into stunning works of art like the Manila Cathedral. We drank coffee by a towering Darth Vader and learned about the indigenous Ainu people at the Sapporo Clock Tower. The night was lit up like Christmas, and I began to wonder if I’d ever seen anything so romantic.
In Otaru, artisans demonstrated how to make blown glass, and later we nearly lost one another in the heavy snowfall along the canal.
I picked up a snowboard for the first time in Hokkaido. Somehow, I managed to slide through the powder without serious injury. In Jyozankei, I bathed in a hot spring overlooking a frozen river, still as an oil painting. I could’ve soaked my weary spirit in that spring forever.
We missed our bus to the ski resort, so we had to take the Hakodate Line that edges along Ishikari Bay. Gulls hovered above solitary houses resting precariously on blocks of ice. Soon even the light posts disappeared and the train doors opened to an empty shack of a station.
A lady resting next door brought us inside to wait by the fire for a taxi that seemed to never come. I took a moment to walk outside down a short path cut through the snowdrifts. The stars gleamed brighter than I’d ever seen them, and I could hear the train bustling on through the naked trees.
I sat down in the snow and watched the shadows play in the window. I could feel a strangely familiar peace sweep over me. Like I’d come home. Before I could come to terms with it, the rescue taxi appeared.
I’ve been fortunate to spend so much time in a country I dreamed of exploring since I was a boy. Living in Okinawa for three years, though, the dreams don’t come often anymore — at least not like before.
But when they do, I am again walking that path alone to a village of paper lanterns and wooden houses with Japanese characters painted on big white banners. Only now the ground is not rough with dirt, but slick beneath my feet, and the fire lit houses of my dreams are layered with the thinnest veneer of freshly fallen snow.
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recreationCycling in Yomitan VillageSaturday, 21 November • 8 am - 1 pm$10 • Per person (not including bicycle) $18 • Per person (including bicycle and helmet)
Century Run 2016Sunday, 17 January 2016Register by Wednesday, 25 November$100 • Course A: 160 km (100 miles) $90 • Course B: 100 km (62 miles)$70 • Course C: 50 km (31 miles)Sign up with Outdoor Recreation and receive the original Century Run t-shirt with an Outdoor Recreation logo!
Beginner Camping & Hiking at Okuma28 - 29 November$30 • Per familyEnjoy camping more with Outdoor Recreation!
Outdoor Recreation • 966-7343#makelifedaring
30 November - 23 December Have your unit function at Emery Lanes and save! For groups of up to 30 people, take $20 o� Taiko room rentals Monday through Thursday! Have a larger group? Book your party Monday through Thursday on our lanes for $6.95 per person and get three games and rental shoes. Celebrate the holidays at Emery Lanes!
Sunday, 22 NovemberCheck in • Noon | Games begin • 1 pm Test your skills on our USBC Sport Compliant oil pattern! Entry is $60 with a � rst place prize guaranteed at $300.
Saturday, 7 NovemberRegistration • 6 pm | Games begin • 6:30 pm Bowl three games for $15 and win money if you bowl a strike and have the right color combination of pins. open to all ranks and services ages 18 and over.
#makelifeastrike Emery Lanes • 966-7303
VENTURE 21
200-Hour Yoga Teacher TrainingwithRebecca Cohen5 January - 25 MarchTuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays9 am - 2 pm$2,150 • Per personHere’s your chance to share your passion for yoga with others! Pre-registration is required and ends on Monday, 28 December. Payment plans are available! Graduates are eligible to register as a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.
Risner Fitness Center • 634-5128 #makelifestrong
Turkey Trot 5K with USO KadenaSaturday, 14 November • 8 amRegistration begins • 7:30 amRisner and USO Kadena are teaming up for the annual Turkey Trot! The USO will be providing prizes and food.
Tabata Bootcamp with Jo Dawn16 November - 8 January Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 9 am - 10 am Register by Friday, 13 November.$240 • Per personAll � tness levels welcome.
Fit Camp with Chris Weathersbee23 November - 18 DecemberMonday, Wednesday & Friday 5 am - 6 am | 5 pm - 6 pm$180 • Per person12 sessions totalRisner Sports Pro Shop • 966-7431
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For the Love of Golf
2-Person Best Ball EventSaturday, 12 December
Registration begins • Thursday, 12 November Shotgun start • 8 am
Chibana Golf Course • 966-7327
#makelifebirdie
Turkey Shoot Golf TournamentSaturday, 21 November
Shotgun start • 7 am$50 • Per person
Individual stroke play using the Stableford Point System with the � eld � ighted based on handicap and participation. Participants
receive a voucher for one ham or turkey at the commissary! Price includes the green and cart fee, lunch, awards and prizes.
Banyan Tree Golf Course • 966-7321
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#makelifesaltyKadena Marina • 966-7345
Yonaguni Dive Trip11 - 15 February 2016
Spend President’s Day Weekend in Yonaguni diving with schools of hammerhead sharks and exploring the mysterious submerged
Yonaguni Monument.
Keramas Two-Tank Dive ChartersSaturdays & Sundays • 8 am - 4 pm
Veterans Day Two-Tank Dive ChartersWednesday, 11 November • 8 am - 5 pm
Powerboat & Jet Ski ClassesFridays - Sundays • 9 am - noon
$30 • Per personClass is required to rent powerboats and jet skis.
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family
Star Wars NightsThe Force is with Us!
freedoors open 5:30 pm
showings start 6:30 pmrocker nco club ballroom
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234#makelifelegendary
VENTURE 25
We have fully licensed and insured providers who o� er care for:• Full and part time• Hourly • Extended duty• Subsidy & after school
Our providers also accept PCS and volunteer vouchers. If you would like to become a provider, contact Family Child Care or visit building 1850!
Our next class will be held on Monday, 16 November.
Family Child Care • 634-0514
Family Child Care
Did you know you need approval to o� er more than 10 hours of weekly on base childcare? Expand your
home-based business with Family Child Care!
#makelifebetter
Interested in o� ering childcare from the comfort of home or searching for providers who do?
Register at Resource and Referral, Building 1850 Monday - Friday • 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages 3 - 5 • Must be potty trainedThis program follows the Air Force regulated Creative
Curriculum, helping your child develop physical, emotional and social skills to help them with Kinder transition.
Resource and Referral • 632-7693
Wakaba Child Development Center
Part-Day Enrichment Program
Airman & FamilyReadiness Center
634-3366kadenafss.com/life/a-frc
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Personal Finance, part 1Banking, Budgeting & Goal Setting
Tuesday, 3 November • 9 am - noonRegister by Friday, 30 October
Attendees will learn how to select a fi nancial institution and to create and establish a working budget to manage savings, checking and reduce debt based on individual goals.
Federal Job SearchThursday, 12 November • 1 pm - 3 pmRegister by Monday, 9 November
Trying to get your foot in the federal service doorway? Learn how to navigate USAJOBS.com and gain insight on how to create a federal resume that will capture the hiring manager’s attention.
Kimono WearingFriday, 13 November10 am - noon Register by Tuesday, 10 November
Experience the beauty of Kimono wearing with a touch of its history and protocol. Bring your camera for pictures. Space-A Traveling
Monday, 23 November • Noon - 1 pmRegister by Thursday, 19 November
Want to travel for free? Kadena A&FRC hosts a monthly Space-A travel workshop to teach and guide members on the rules, policies, regulations and procedures about space-available travel.
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Story TimeWednesdays • 10 am
Your little ones will love exploring exciting lands and making new friends during
our Story Time!Join us on Wednesday, 4 November for a special
reading of You Can Do It, Charlie Brown in anticipation of The Peanuts Movie release!
Learn Your LettersTuesdays • 4 pm
Bring your preschooler to the Kadena Base Library every Thursday for a fun, free class designed to
help them learn their alphabet!
Not Your Mother’s Book Club
Wednesday, 18 November • 6:30 pmJoin us for Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.
Digital WorkshopOverDrive
Thursday, 19 November • 11 amOverDrive is an online service providing e-books,
audio books, movies and music to Air Force Library patrons. New content is added weekly, and mobile
apps are available for most devices.
Christmas Tree Bingo16 November - 23 December • 8 pm
Read one book and choose a gift from under our Christmas tree. Read � ve books to get Bingo
and be entered into a drawing for our grand prize Christmas gift!
Kadena Base Library
634-1502
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Recognition CeremonyFriday, 6 November • 5 pm - 7 pm
Members only
Scrabble Competition Monday, 9 November • 3:30 pm
Boys’ Game NightFriday, 13 November • 7 pm - 10 pm
$15 • Ages 9 - 12Pre registration required
Monopoly DayThursday, 19 November • 3:30 pm
Join us for National Monopoly Day!
Girls’ Everything Nice NightFriday, 20 November • 7 pm - 10 pm
$15 • Ages 9 - 12Pre registration required
Youth Center • 634-0500
Thanksgiving FeastFriday, 20 November • 6 pm
Open to members of the Teen Center only.No pre-registration required.
Teen Center • 634-3866
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Tinsel Trot
#makelifeactiveYouth Sports and Fitness • 634-1384
First Steps
Baseball
5th Annual
Family Fun Run
Saturday, 12 DecemberCheck in • 7:30 amRace begins • 8 am
FreeOpen to all ages
and families!
Ages 3 - 4Session I • 5 December - 9 JanuarySession II • 16 January - 20 February
Registration • 2 - 4 November
Recognition CeremonyFriday, 6 November • 5 pm - 7 pm
Members only
Scrabble Competition Monday, 9 November • 3:30 pm
Boys’ Game NightFriday, 13 November • 7 pm - 10 pm
$15 • Ages 9 - 12Pre registration required
Monopoly DayThursday, 19 November • 3:30 pm
Join us for National Monopoly Day!
Girls’ Everything Nice NightFriday, 20 November • 7 pm - 10 pm
$15 • Ages 9 - 12Pre registration required
Youth Center • 634-0500
Thanksgiving FeastFriday, 20 November • 6 pm
Open to members of the Teen Center only.No pre-registration required.
Teen Center • 634-3866
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DIY No Sew Table RunnerIf you’re like me you don’t have a working sewing machine. You’ve got an antique Singer that probably does work, but you’ve got NO clue how to make that happen. So there it sits functioning as a conversation piece. Sewing projects overwhelm and intimidate me not only because I don’t have a sewing machine but also because sewing is a skill that, by my own fault, I never learned. It’s like piano lessons growing up – we all took them and most of us hated them. Now as adults, our biggest regret was not practicing that minuet just one more time! Or maybe that’s just me? I digress. My mom sewed for my sister and I growing up. I remember going to the fabric store to pick out sewing patterns for our school plays and being pinned into the thin paper when we got home so that my mother could begin sewing. It’s a lost art and threading the needle is an understatement. There’s a bobbin pin, a spool pin and cap, tension regulators, stich guides, a hand wheel, the list goes on and nevermind that your foot has to do some work, too. The anatomy of a sewing machine is nothing to scoff at making even the simplest of sewing tasks a full mind and body experience. I’m overwhelmed just thinking about it. Someday, I will take a step or two into domesticity and learn how to sew. For now, though, glue I must.
Step 1: Pick out your fabric. The obvious choice for November is a fall themed color palette but this will work with any combination of colors and patterns you like. My first no sew table runner was a combination of nine different brightly colored, patterned fabric squares. My decorating style is less on the minimalist side and more on the as many colors and patterns (within reason, of course!) I can fit into one room without nauseating my husband side. For this particular project, I chose two patterns and a few different colors. Like I said, I don’t shy away from colors and patterns, so if this is too bold, pick one pattern and two solids to tone it down and make the single pattern stand out more.
Step 2: Cut your sizes. You’ll need some heavy-duty scissors depending on the type of fabric you use. However, it’s usually good practice to use fabric specific scissors instead of your everyday desk scissors. I decided to treat myself and got some shiny, new pinking shears from Kadena Arts & Crafts for this table runner. Two of the three fabrics I chose are strong cotton so it was well worth it. I wanted my table runner a bit wider and not quite as long as my dining room table so (in all honesty) I guestimated my sizes. It ended up being about 14 inches wide and just shy of the length of my table. All measurements are up to you. You could even use this same method to make a color blocked table cloth if you want…but let’s start small, shall we? Cut all your pieces to roughly the same width to make your life easier when you start ironing.
Everyone loves a good DIY project, right? We peruse countless blogs and articles trying to find whatever it is that will scratch our itch to create. There are usually a few problems, though: I don’t own a table saw, a kiln and endless amounts of burlap. Nor am I in possession of the amount of time it will take to paper maché a balloon to flawlessly create my new candy bowl. Let’s take a stand against these far fetched, other worldly DIY projects and take on only projects that are possible in our current reality.
Do you do the
DIY?Written by: Rachel Kuhn | Photos by: Nagi Marie Quirk and Rachel Kuhn
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Step 5: More ironing! Take your middle piece and iron two more creases. These new creases will run perpendicular to your original creases. This will be where you start gluing. Run a line of glue down the newly ironed piece, lining up the original creases of both pieces of fabric and pressing them together. Repeat this process for all sections. Eventually you’ll iron these, too, but let the glue dry for a minute.
Step 6: Go get a snack. You’re almost done, but you’ve definitely earned some chocolate and you’ve got a few minutes to wait while the glue sets.
Step 7: Iron some more. You can really make this project as iron heavy or light as you want – I err on the heavy side just to make sure that the creases are as crisp as I can get them.
Step 8: Glue some more. Along each “seam,” run a line of glue. You can also add some dots of glue along the top edge of the fabric you’re going to fold over. Once you’ve glued all you can glue, fold the extra fabric inward along the original crease. Repeat this for the other side. You should have something that finally resembles a table runner. Let the glue dry and, if you want, iron again.
Step 3: Oh yeah, this is an iron heavy project. If you’ve got time and ambition to spare, once you’ve gotten all your pieces cut to size you can put them in the laundry. If you ask me, this isn’t really necessary. I skipped this and went straight for my iron. Iron all your pieces flat, doing your best to get every crease out. When you decide on your desired width, fold the width-side edges of your fabric, ironing them when you’re sure your fabric is the right size. Don’t panic if it isn’t, though. This is by no means an exact science. If it was, I would be in a lot of trouble. My way of measuring, if I can even call it that, is actually just ironing my first piece to about the size I want, keeping the edges as straight as possible. I’ll use the first one as a template for the rest, repeating with lots of ironing.
Step 4: Now you can start lining up your fabric. You’ve still got more ironing, but you’re making progress! If you want, you can lay out your entire table runner at this point. I think it’s a good idea to see roughly what it will look like just to make sure you like the patterns and colors you’ve chosen. Once you’ve glued them, there’s no going back so it’s better to be safe than sorry. Plus, it takes about three seconds.
Step 9: Pick your end “seam.” Many table runners have a triangular end versus a square end. I prefer the square end mostly because I think it’s less formal. There isn’t any more difficulty in either way it’s just which ever you like best. To get a square end, you’ll fold the corner edges in, creating two small triangles on each side. Glue those down. Then you’ll just need to pull the fabric a bit taught and make one more fold so that you’re creating a straight edge. You guessed it, glue this down. Repeat on the other end and you’re done! Unless of course you’d like to take one final pass with the iron… You know, just to be sure.
Step 10: Revel in the fact that you just created something out of fabric without machinery! Maybe get some more chocolate, too.
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We’ve all seen them…the seemingly effortless centerpiece at our neighbor’s house or the perfectly placed peonies at the Easter dinner table. Although we’ve got the best of intentions to master the art, without fail, we sit adoringly drooling over flower arrangements that we’ll never be able to recreate. But what if I were to tell you that it’s actually not that difficult? For one thing, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so we’ve got that on our side. There are also a few other things within our controls that can help our flower arrangements go from drab to fab. While the internet is a great help, I actually prefer (gasp!) a good old fashioned book to tell me how to do things. Though I’d consider myself a homeschooled novice of flower arranging, I’ve always been extremely pleased with how my creations turn out. The cool thing about flowers is that they’re inherently beautiful. You could do almost anything and they’ll still look nice just because they’re flowers.
Get creative with your vessel. Vessel?! Yes, vessel. Don’t limit yourself to a vase. I’ve put flowers in watering cans, large serving bowls, mason jars, hurricanes, tea cups and whatever else I have that can hold water and stems. The overall look of your table will (should) affect what you use to hold your flowers. I’ve chosen a silver pitcher, a green glass vase and a mason jar because I love a more vintage look. One thing to keep in mind when choosing your vessel is the location of your flower arrangement. If it’s going to be in the center of your table (get it, centerpiece!) I’d recommend something lower. If your flowers are too high, your guests will have to talk around the flowers. You don’t want to make them feel like they’ve got to shout through the jungle while they’re trying to eat mashed potatoes.
Get creative with your flowers. Here on Okinawa we are presented with a myriad tropical flowers – use them! Stray from the standards. I’ve used berries, sticks and artichokes in my flower arrangements before so I promise you won’t be disappointed. You’ll end up with a flower arrangement that looks magical! Try to pick one main flower – I went with sunflowers – that will be your standout. You could think of it as a movie. There’s always the lead role with the supporting cast and extras. You, of course, are the director, producer, writer and whoever else is important in putting movies together. Your supporting cast will be slightly less eye catching but are still necessary in a successful arrangement. Your extras are things like greens that, though not colorful or sometimes even noticeable, perfect and finish the story line of your flower arrangement.
Get creative with levels. A good flower arrangement plays on different levels and types of flowers. This part may take a little planning when you’re at the store. If you grab a variety of flowers, though, you’ll probably get what you need. If not, that’s why there are pruners.
If you can get your hands on it, use some sort of stabilizer for your flowers – these range from plastic grates you can insert into your vase or by using tape to create your own grid along the top of your vase. While this isn’t always necessary, it is definitely helpful when using something as wide-mouthed as a serving bowl.
Now, before you go throwing your flowers in your vase, there are a couple steps to take that will improve your flowers’ longevity. First, make the proper cuts. For most flowers, a sharp angle cut is best. However, for flowers like hydrangeas and others with woody stems, it’s best to cut about one inch up into the stem allowing maximum surface area for hydration. Different flowers intake water differently, so if you have a minute, do a bit of research beforehand. You’ll also want to remove all leaves and thorns that will be submerged as they will shorten the lifespan of your flower arrangement due to the amount of degradation that occurs. Luke warm water is best for your flowers, but don’t need to go overboard with the amount you’re using. You’ll need to keep in mind that there is a level of commitment that goes along with a good flower arrangement. To increase the lifespan, the flowers will require fresh cuts and water every couple days.
The actual arranging of your flowers is extremely subjective. Like I said, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and everyone has a different take on what creates a beautiful centerpiece. Have fun, though. For me, arranging flowers is extremely therapeutic. Admittedly, I’m not an outdoorsy person but working with flowers is my way of connecting with nature. It’s so totally organic with nothing synthetic to it. Flowers freely give you their beauty, helping you create something more - something casual and calming or something extravagant, but always something that’s natural and real. Want to take flower arranging lessons from a professional? Contact the Schilling Community Center for details on their classes!
Flower Arranging
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Place cards are always a fun touch to a dinner party. You can assign seats or let your guests pick, but it’s a simple, extra touch that will give you a huge sense of accomplishment.
These are extremely simple and easily finished in less than an hour. I decided to play on the rustic and vintage look again using sticks I gathered up while on walk. I’ve broken them down into sections about four inches each and bundled them with some twine. You can add berries or flowers to this but I kept mine simple. I cut pieces of paper to size for each name and secured the paper between some twigs. No glue or iron required!
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Give Parents a Break is designed to provide childcare for active duty Air Force families with deployed or TDY spouses and those with special hardships. Sign up by noon on Thursday, 12 November.
How to sign up:Step 1. Receive a referral from the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 634-3366 or speak with your commander or � rst sergeant.
Step 2. After receiving a re� eral, contact Resource & Referral at 632-7693.Saturday, 14 November
6 pm - 10 pmWakaba Child Development Center and Himawari School Age CareAges six weeks to 12 years
Parents’ Night OutDon’t qualify for a referral but still need a break? For $20 you can participate, too! Contact Resource & Referral at 632-7693. Open to all ranks and services.
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Puppy Poolooza
at Hagerstrom PoolSunday, 1 November
11 am - 2 pm Come out for an afternoon
puppy pool party!
Pet Adoption Days Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Noon - 5:45 pm
Compete in contests such as Longest Retrieval, Best Dress Dog and Longest Jump! There will be free nail trims, information on
pet adoptions, contests, swimming for dogs and more!
Kadena Aquatics • 634-6425
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Karing Kennels Adoption Facility966-7338Located out Kadena’s Gate 3 on the left hand side before Camp Shields. Like us on Facebook to see adoptable pets!
Rescue is my favorite breed.Recently adopted, Fizzy
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s Educations Education
Instructional ClassesInterested in trying new things but not sure where to start? We o� er an array of classes to get you out of the house and into new hobbies! Classes include Japanese Conversation, KUMON, Home buying, STEM Science, Karate, Sumi-E and Flower Arrangement! Don’t delay - sign up today!
Lost without your wheels? Check out year-round Driver’s Education classes at the Schilling Community Center for all SOFA-sponsored individuals ages 16 & up! Contact the Schilling for more information of visit us at www.kadenafss.com/drivers-education. Refresher courses are also o� ered. The Driver’s Education program is for SOFA POV licenses only.
Schilling Community Center • 634-1387
Driver’s Education
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Learn how to use power equipment in the Wood ShopSunday, 8 November • 10 am - 4 pm During this free demonstration, our talented sta� will show you the ins and outs of our machinery, teaching you how to use the equipment so you can DIY! Space in the Wood Shop is limited and available on a � rst come, � rst served basis for this event.
BLACK FRIDAY
Friday, 27 NovemberPut your new skills to work and enjoy
free use of the wood shop!
Kadena Arts and Crafts • 966-7347#makelifecreative
SWIMAQUATICS Open Lap Swim
Fairchild PoolMonday - Friday 5 am - 7 pm, 11 am - 1 pm, 5 pm - 7 pm
Squadron physical training availableon a � rst come, � rst served basis!
Kadena Aquatics • 634-6425 • For pool locations, visit www.kadenafss.com/swim
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Thanksgiving is upon us again and for me it’s a time to be grateful for the kindness in the world, time to enjoy the company of others and appreciate traditional comfort meals with a twist of my family’s culture.
As a fi rst generation Vietnamese American, I did not celebrate Thanksgiving growing up. For my family, the Lunar New Year was our holiday to give thanks and send well wishes to friends and family. But I always looked forward to the Lunar New Year. Our families would spend time to-gether, go see the dancing Chinese lions, light red fi re crackers and eat as much food as we were able. The best part for us kids, though, was the lucky red envelope we received from our parents.
However that is not what the American side of me knows as Thanksgiving. When Autumn came around, I remember envying my friends when they began their Thanksgiving festivities. Their families traveled from near and far to watch the
adults deep fry their winning turkey from the hunting season. I kept thinking of how nice it would be to have family visit for a couple days, prepare a lot of food, eat a big feast and catch up on life, waxing nostalgic over memories of the past.
My brother and I were very fortunate to have grown up in North Carolina and when Thanksgiving came around, the whole town became festive, happy and thankful. Pumpkin fi lled the air and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. My parents would take us to the Fall Harvest downtown and allow us to take part in the fun. Our neighbors fi rst introduced my family to an offi cial Thanksgiving meal. The spread was enormous! There were bowls fi lled with pumpkin soup, roasted vegetables, corn on the cob, green bean casserole, a huge leg of ham, a giant turkey in the middle with stuffi ng covering the plate and so much more. I remember my folks being so impressed by such a huge turkey. The cooked ham was my brother’s favorite.
As for me, that meal introduced me to smashed potatoes, which grew into a love for all things potato. Thanks to Southern hospitality, I came to learn that Thanksgiving is more than just food on the table, it is a time to come together and appreciate the company of others and recount our many blessings. We were able to spend another Thanksgiving with the same family the following year and this time my parents wanted to bring dishes that were unique to their culture but would compliment a traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Over the years, my family and I have made many Vietnamese inspired Thanksgiving dishes and I want to share with you the ones that they made during our second Thanksgiving. They are very special to me because it symbolized that I can incorporate both my American culture I was born into and my Vietnamese culture I was born from.
Count Your Spring Rolls...
and Your Blessings!
Written by Kimberly Corona Photos by Nagi Marie Quirk
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Turkey Spring RollsIngredients:1 packet of spring roll rice paper1 pound of ground turkey1/2 small white onion (diced)2 tbsp vegetable or coconut oil1/2 red bell pepper (julienned)1 carrot (julienned)1 green onion (diced)1/4 cup of fresh cilantroGarlic powder, salt and pepper to taste
Directions:1. Turn your pan onto medium-high heat and add in your oil. When oil is heated, add in the white onion and cook for one minute before adding in the ground turkey. Continue cooking, mixing the ground turkey with the onions until the turkey is thoroughly cooked and the onion is translucent. Add garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste and remove from heat.
2. Prepare all of your vegetables. From the pictures you can see that I diced everything, however for spring rolls, julienne strips are better. Separate each ingredient into bowls and prepare a pan with warm water.
3. Dip the rice paper into the water and place it flat while it is wet. Add a spoon full of ground turkey on the lower half along with the sliced vegetables. Top it off with cilantro and start folding.
4. Roll up the ingredients, foldin in the sides of the rice paper, and continue rolling forward. Arrange onto plate with saran wrap in between the spring rolls so they do not stick together. Repeat this until all ingredients have been used.
The first dish is inspired by the famous Vietnamese Spring Rolls and can be modified with either shredded or ground turkey. It’s a healthy side dish, easy to prepare in advance and a colorful touch to your Thanksgiving spread.
The ingredients hold so many flavors that a sauce is almost unnecessary; the balance of the ground turkey with vegetables is perfect.
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Ham & Pineapple Fried RiceIngredients:1 1/2 cups of cooked rice (leftover rice is great for fried rice)1/2 small onion (diced)1/2 cup carrots (diced)1/4 green onion (diced)1/2 cup green beans (I use yardlong beans diced into small pieces)1/2 cup of mushrooms (diced)1/2 cup of red bell pepper (diced)2 eggs1 cup of fried tofu (cubed)
Directions:1. Turn your pan or wok onto high heat and heat up the coconut oil. Add in garlic and onions until fragrant. Then add carrots, green beans and red bell pepper. Cook for two minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Mix in the tofu, mushrooms and ham, cooking for another two minutes. Move everything towards the sides of the pan, creating a hole in the middle. Add your rice to the center, breaking it apart then combining all of the ingredients in the pan. Continue this for about three minutes.
3. Add in the hoisin and soy sauce. Mix well and create another hole in the center of your pan. Crack two eggs in the center, add sesame oil in then scramble it by stirring it around the center. As soon as the eggs are cooked, mix all ingredients together.
4. Finally, add in the pineapple chunks, setting aside some for a garnish, combining the rice. Salt and pepper to taste.
5. Transfer everything into a serving dish or, if you want to be fancy, transfer into a pineapple bowl (see above). Place the pineapple chunks on top for garnish along with some cilantro leaves.
This second dish was inspired by the huge leg of ham from my first American Thanksgiving meal. It has been a crowd favorite for many Thanksgivings. The best part about this fried rice is that it can all be made in the same pan. Adjust the cooking times with the heat from your stove.
1 cup of cooked ham (cubed)1 cup of pineapple chunks (the fresher the better)4 cloves of garlic (diced)1 tbsp hoisin sauce1 tbsp soy sauceSesame oilCoconut oilCilantro for garnishSalt and pepper to taste
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Directions:1. Add chicken broth to a medium sized pot and bring it to a boil. While the broth is coming to a boil, shred the turkey and grate the ginger.
2. Add rice and ginger to the pot, stirring so that it does not stick. Continue stirring every two minutes for 15 minutes or until the rice has completely softened and expanded. Add in the shredded turkey, carrots, pepper and green onions. Give it a good stir and keep boiling for fi ve more minutes. Season to taste with salt.
3. Transfer to a serving bowl and place some shredded turkey on top. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro or more pepper if you like.
These dishes are part of my Thanksgiving and I welcome you to incorporate them into yours. From my kitchen to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
-K imberly Nguyen Corona
This last dish is the perfect solution to your leftover turkey. In Vietnam, this dish is called Cháo (pronounced , which is rice porridge. This porridge is normally cooked for those that are feeling under the weather but it has grown into a household staple of comfort food. You can add more vegetables like peas or corn to this porridge. It is a versatile recipe that you can easily modify to your taste.
Leftover Turkey Rice PorridgeIngredients:1/2 cup of jasmine rice (rinsed)1/2 cup of glutinous/sweet rice (rinsed)32 oz Chicken brothLeftover turkey (shredded)Leftover carrots1 green onion (chopped)1 tsp grated ginger1 tsp black pepper Cilantro to garnishSalt to taste
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BANYAN TREE CLUB
Snack BarSpecials
SHEPHERD’S PIE Seasoned ground beef, succulent corn and mushroom gravy under a rich layer of mashed potatoes, topped with cheddar cheese and baked until golden brown.
BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP AND SWEET PEA SALAD
THE AFTER 4 SPECIALS Snack Bar Dine In, Take out or DeliverySunday - Thursday • 4 pm - 10 pmFriday & Saturday • 4 pm - midnight
Buy two large combination pizzas and get one free order of Cheezie Sticks
#makelifedelicious Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372
BEER CAN CHICKEN ‘N’ CHEESE
FEATURE OF THE MONTH
PIZZERIA Wednesday, 18 November
11 am until sold outChicken Adobo with Steamed Rice
Hand rolled LumpiaPancit
FILIPINO LUNCH
PATIO LUNCH Monday - Friday • 11 am - 1:30 pm Mondays & WednesdaysAll you can eat Pasta and PizzaTuesdays Backyard BBQ Bonanza with the choice of chicken, pork or beef ribs Thursday Teppanyaki featuring chicken, beef, pork or shrimpFridays Grilled Ribeye Steak with all the � xings
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#makelifedeliciousEmery Lanes • 966-7303
This sandwich features crispy chicken breast, bacon, jalapeños, cream cheese and ranch dressing! Enjoy it all month at Strikers Café.
Friday, 13 November • 11 am - 1:30 pm$18.95 • Adults ($2 member discount)
$7.95 • Ages 6 - 11Bu� et will include Snow Crab legs, shrimp,
sushi and more! Don’t miss this amazing lunch bu� et only
available at the Kadena O� cers’ Club! Open to all ranks and services.
Kadena O� cers’ Club966-7409
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Café Latte • 966-7409Located inside the Kadena O� cers’ Club
Served with a rich and creamy tomato cognac soup.
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Orders accepted starting Monday, 2 November.
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234Pre-order your meal by Tuesday, 24 November at noonPickup • Wednesday, 25 November from 11 am - 5 pmOrders accepted at the Rocker NCO Club Customer Service Desk.$94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people)$109.95 • 14 - 18 lb Large Ham Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people)$89.95 • 8 - 10 lb Small Ham Dinner (serves 6 - 8 people)
Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409Pre-order your meal by Tuesday, 24 November at noonPickup • Wednesday, 25 November from 11 am - 5 pmOrders accepted at the Kadena Officers’ Club Customer Service Desk. $94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people)$109.95 • 14 - 18 lb Ham Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people)
Banyan Tree Club • 966-7372Pre-order your meal by Wednesday, 25 November at noonPickup • Thursday, 26 November from 11 am - 5 pmOrders accepted at Banyan Tree Club Customer Service Desk.Limited to the first 125 orders. $94.95 • 18 - 20 lb Turkey Dinner (serves 8 - 12 people)
All Thanksgiving Dinners To Go include• 32 oz stuffing
• 32 oz green beans
• 32 oz turkey gravy
• 32 oz mashed potatoes
• 16 oz cranberry sauce
• A dozen dinner rolls
• One pumpkin pie
Additional sides are available for purchase.
Air Force Club members receive $5 discount on their order.
Payment is due at the time of order. No call-in orders will be accepted. Limited quantities are available, so place your order early!
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Thanksgiving Day Bu�etsRocker NCO Club • 966 7234Thursday, 26 November • 10:30 am - 2 pm In the Ballroom$19.95 • Adults ($2 member discount) $8.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount)$3 • Ages 4 & underFree • Dining Facility meal card holders
Enjoy a Carving Station of Glazed Smoked Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce and Peppercorn Crusted Steamship Round with Au jus and Peppercorn Sauce. In the Buffet, feast on roasted whole turkey with gravy, parmesan crusted fish, green bean casserole, herb stuffing, candied yams, cranberry sauce, assorted salads, peel and eat shrimp, smoked salmon, assorted sushi, fruit, bread, desserts and a champagne station.
Kadena Officers’ Club • 966-7409 Thursday, 26 November • 10:30 am - 2 pm$19.95 • Adults ($2 member discount)$8.95 • Ages 5 - 12 ($1 member discount)$3 • Ages 4 & under
Indulge in a delicious Thanksgiving spread filled with all your favorites. Enjoy a carving station of turkey, prime rib and roast pork, baked or fried fish, chicken breast and shrimp cocktail. Fill your plate with mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, stuffing, sweet potatoes and corn bread. We’ll have a salad station as well as a delectable assortment of desserts.
DFAC meal card holders, bring in your card to get your meal for free at Rocker NCO Club Thanksgiving Day Buffet!
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Thanksgiving Meal at Strikers CaféWednesday, 4 November11 am until we run out!
Enjoy a perfectly baked and carved turkey with all the fixings, even a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert.
Emery Lanes • 966-7303
Thanksgiving Drive-by Dinner Thursday, 26 November • 4 pm - 6 pm $8 • Per person ($1 member discount)
Enjoy a hearty serving of turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, yams, green beans, and a dinner roll.
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234
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MONGOLIAN BBQWednesday, 25 November • 5 pm
Come build your feast of meat and vegetables all to your liking!
BURGER THURSDAYS
4 pm - 9 pm T-bones will feature a wide variety
of hamburgers and special topping creations.
END OF THE WEEK SPECIALS
Friday - Sunday • 5 pm - 9 pmMeal includes soup or salad,
fresh bread, co� ee or tea and are served with choice of side and fresh vegetables.
• Chicken Katsu platter, served with shredded cabbage, white rice and miso soup.
• Our sweet and spicy chipotle-crusted Pork Tenderloin grilled to perfection. Served with oven-roasted vegetables and one additional side.
• Prime Rib $19.95 • 10 oz Cut $23.95 • 14 oz Cut
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234
BREAKFAST BUFFET
Sundays • 8 am - 2 pmEnjoy an all you can eat breakfast
bu� et with all your favorites!
MEXICAN MONDAY DINNER
Mondays • 4 pm - 9 pm Enjoy a special menu featuring
Mexican inspired dishes!
#makelifedelicious
T-BonesAt the Rocker NCO Club
VENTURE 47
Seaside RistoranteOpen for Breakfast
Saturdays & Sundays 8 am - 10:30 am
The only thing missing
is you...
Seaside Ristorante • 966-7401
#makelifedelicious
MONGOLIAN BBQWednesday, 25 November • 5 pm
Come build your feast of meat and vegetables all to your liking!
BURGER THURSDAYS
4 pm - 9 pm T-bones will feature a wide variety
of hamburgers and special topping creations.
END OF THE WEEK SPECIALS
Friday - Sunday • 5 pm - 9 pmMeal includes soup or salad,
fresh bread, co� ee or tea and are served with choice of side and fresh vegetables.
• Chicken Katsu platter, served with shredded cabbage, white rice and miso soup.
• Our sweet and spicy chipotle-crusted Pork Tenderloin grilled to perfection. Served with oven-roasted vegetables and one additional side.
• Prime Rib $19.95 • 10 oz Cut $23.95 • 14 oz Cut
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234
BREAKFAST BUFFET
Sundays • 8 am - 2 pmEnjoy an all you can eat breakfast
bu� et with all your favorites!
MEXICAN MONDAY DINNER
Mondays • 4 pm - 9 pm Enjoy a special menu featuring
Mexican inspired dishes!
#makelifedelicious
T-BonesAt the Rocker NCO Club
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STATEHOOD ADMISSION DAYSFree food for Enlisted Club members! This month’s lucky
states are North Carolina, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana,
Washington and Oklahoma.
BANYAN TREE CLUBThursday, 19 November
11 am - 1:30 pmLunch is on us!
Feast on our amazing Teppenyaki Patio lunch.Banyan Tree Club • 966-7377
ROCKER NCO CLUBFriday, 6 November
7 am - 10 amEnjoy a free bu� et of all your breakfast
favorites at T-Bones.Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234
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Rocker NCO Club
DRIVE-BY LUNCH & DINNER Dinner • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Every Thursday order up a Korean BBQ Mixed Plate
$9 • Per person$6 • Ages 11 & under
Lunch • 11 am - 1 pmEvery Monday feast on freshly grilled sausage and a variety of fresh salads
and wraps*�*Prices will vary.
Air Force Club members receive $1 o�
Check out our special Thanksgiving Drive-By Dinner on Thursday, 26 November.
See page 45 for details.
Rocker NCO Club • 966-7234
Please show your Driver’s License or State ID and active enlisted Air Force Club card to receive a free meal.
966-7366
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VENTURE 55
at the Crow’s Nest Club 966-7294, 050-5865-3084
November 11that 11amat 2pm
Card Sales Start
GameStarts
BBQ
Mongolian
November 6th 5pmat the Crow’s Nest Club
966-7294050-5865-3084
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at the Crow‛s Nest Club, November 6th, 5-8pmBig Screen Cartoon Movie, A Clown, Magician, Bounce House, Balloons,
For more information call Crow‛s Nest Club 966-7294.
Family Fun Night is FREE and open to All ranks, services & ages.
FUN!FREE
November 18th 6pmCrow’s Nest Club Parking Lot
This show is FREE open to all ranks, services and ages.Parking will be at Chibana Golf Course. Shuttle buses start at 5pm
966-7294 050-5865-1877
No pets, Coolers, Carry in Drinks or bottles please. Food & Drinks will be available at the Concert.Smoking will only be allowed in desginated smoking areas.
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JCI InspectionSit back and relax, we’ll do the work for you!We’ll perform a 79-point safety inspection,
recommend any required repairs, and even take your car to be inspected.
Contact Kadena Auto Hobby Center for details!
Auto Hobby Center • 966-7355 or 050-5865-1892
facility phone numbers & hours of operation Note: Hours are subject to change
CLUBS & DININGBanyan Tree Club Bldg. 431Customer ServiceKadena: 966-7372 JP: 050-5533-3094 Sun-Thu 9 am - 10 pm Fri & Sat 9 am - midnightCatering Kadena: 966-7369 JP: 050-5865-1870 Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pmDeliveryKadena: 966-7375 JP: 050-5865-3094 Sun-Thu 4 pm - 10 pm Fri-Sat 4 pm - midnightSnack Bar & Internet CaféKadena: 966-7377 JP: 050-5865-1872 Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Fri 6:30 am - midnight Sat 8 am - midnight Sun 8 am - 10 pmLounge Sun-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Fri & Sat 4 pm - 3 am
Kadena Officers’ Club Bldg. 313Customer ServiceKadena: 966-7409 JP: 050-5865-1873CateringKadena: 966-7408 JP: 050-5865-1874Barber Shop Mon-Sat 9 am - 5 pm Sun & Holidays ClosedCafé LatteKadena: 966-7416 JP: 050-5865-1875 Mon-Thu 6:30 am - 10 pm Fri 6:30 am - 12 am Sat 7:30 am - 12 am Sun 2 pm - 10 pmLounge Mon-Thu 4 pm - 11 pm Fri 4 pm - 2 am Sat 5 pm - 1 am Sun & Holidays ClosedDaily Lunch Buffet Mon-Fri 11 am - 1:30 pm Holidays & PACAF Family Days Closed Sunday Champagne Brunch 9:30 am - 2 pm
Rocker NCO Club Bldg. 621Customer ServiceKadena: 966-7234 JP: 050-5865-1876 Daily 9 am - 9 pmT-BonesBreakfast/Lunch Mon-Fri 6 am - 2 pm Sat & PACAF Family Days 7 am - 2 pm Sunday Breakfast Buffet 8 am - 2 pm Holidays 7 am - 2 pmDinner Mon-Thu 4 pm - 9 pm Fri 4 pm - 10 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 5 pm - 9 pmT-Bones take-out ordersKadena: 966-7380 JP: 050-5865-1876The Daily Grind Mon-Thu 6 am - 9 pm Fri 6 am - 10 pm Sat 7 am - 9 pm Sun 8 am - 9 pmRoute 66 Mon-Thu 11 am - 5 pm Fri 11 am - 3 am Sat 2 pm - 3 am Sun 2 pm - 9 pm Holidays ClosedLounge Wed & Thur 7 pm - 11 pm Fri 4:30 pm - 3 am Sat 7 pm - 3 amGame Room Lounge Sun - Thu 10:30 am - 12 am Fri & Sat 10:30 am - 3 amCateringKadena: 966-7378 JP: 050-5865-1877 Mon By appointment Tue-Fri 9 am - 4 pmBarber Shop Mon-Sat 9 am - 6 pm Sun & Holidays Closed
AirPower Café Bldg. 3522Kadena: 966-7405 JP: 050-5865-1878 Mon-Fri 6 am - 2 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed
Chili’s Grill & Bar Bldg. 105Kadena: 966-7360 JP: 050-5865-1879 Mon-Sun 11 am - 10 pm
Chili’s Too Bldg. 337Kadena: 966-7366 JP: 050-5865-1880 Mon-Thu 7 am - 9 pm Friday • 7 am thru Sunday • 9 pm
Jack’s Place Bldg. 9950Kadena: 966-7422 JP: 050-5865-1881Tue-Thu 5 pm - 9 pm Fri 5 pm - 10 pm Sat Teppanyaki 4:30 pm - 10 pm Dining 5 pm - 10 pm Sun Teppanyaki 4:30 pm - 9 pm Dining 5 pm - 9 pm Mon Closed
Johnson Dining Facility Bldg. 843 Kadena: 634-4494Mon-Thu Breakfast 6 am - 8:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 1 amFriday Breakfast 6:30 am - 8:30 am Lunch 11 am - 1:30 pm Dinner 4:30 pm - 7 pm No Midnight MealFlight KitchenKadena: 634-4418 Open 24-hours, seven days a week
Marshall Dining Facility Bldg. 178 Kadena: 634-1900Mon-Fri Breakfast 5:30 am - 8 am Lunch 10:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7:30 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 amWeekends, Holidays, & down days Brunch 6:30 am - 1 pm Dinner 4 pm - 7 pm Midnight Meal 10 pm - 12:30 am
Platters Snack Bar & Breyers Bldg. 455Kadena: 966-7426 JP: 050-5865-1882 Mon-Fri 7 am - 4 pm Sat, Sun & Holidays Closed Holidays Closed
Seaside Ristorante Bldg. 3629AKadena: 966-7401 JP: 050-5865-1883 Sun, Wed, & Thu 11 am - 8:30 pm Fri & Sat 11 am - 9 pm Mon & Tue ClosedTee House Restaurant Bldg. 11 Kadena: 966-7429 JP: 050-5865-1884Breakfast 6 am - 10:30 amLunch & Dinner 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
RECREATIONAero Club & Flight Training Center Bldg. 736Kadena: 966-7301 JP: 050-5865-1885 Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 11 am - 3 pm Sun Closed
Arts & Crafts Center Bldg. 435Crafty Things & Balloon CornerKadena: 966-7347 JP: 050-5865-1886 Mon-Thu 10 am - 8 pm Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pmKeepsakes PlusKadena: 966-7352 JP: 050-5865-1887Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pmFrameWorksKadena: 966-7353 JP: 050-5865-1888Tue-Thu 10 am - 8 pm Fri-Mon 10 am - 6 pmMud FactoryKadena: 966-7351 JP: 050-5865-1890 Mon & Tues Closed Wed-Thu 12 pm - 8 pm Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pmWooden SolutionsKadena: 966-7349 JP: 050-5865-1889Tue-Thu 12 pm - 8 pm Fri-Sun 10 am - 6 pm
Auto Hobby Center Bldg. 1436 Parts Store/CashierKadena: 966-7355 JP: 050-5865-1891Mon-Fri 8 am - 8 pm Sat 8 am - 9 pm Sun 10 am - 6 pmService Maintenance/Tool RoomKadena: 966-7356 JP: 050-5865-1892 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat 8 am - 9 pm Sun 10 am - 6 pmDo It Yourself Mon-Fri 11 am - 8 pm Sat 8 am - 9 pm Sun 10 am - 6 pm
Banyan Tree Golf Course Bldg. 12Kadena: 966-7321 JP: 050-5865-1893Pro Shop Wed-Mon 5:30 am - 6 pm Tue 9 am - 6 pmGolf Course Wed-Mon 6 am - Dusk Tue Noon - DuskDriving Range Mon 6 am - 6 pm 1st & 3rd Tue 8 am - 7:30 pm 2nd & 4th Tue 6 am - 7:30 pm Wed-Sun 6 am - 7:30 pm Owari Lounge Mon-Tue Closed Wed-Fri 1 pm - 6 pm Sat-Sun 11 am - 6 pm *Open on all American holidays from 1 pm - 6 pm
*To call any 634-, 632- or 966- number above from a cellphone, dial 098-938-1111, wait for the dial tone, and then dial the listed number.
Chibana Golf Course Bldg. 55061 Kadena: 966-7327 JP: 050-5865-1894Pro Shop Mon-Fri 6:30 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6 am - 6 pmDriving Range Mon, Wed- Fri 6 am - 6:30 pm Tue 9 am - 6:30 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6 am - 6:30 pmChipper’s Snack Bar Mon, Wed, Thu, & Fri 7 am - 6 pm Tue 9 am - 6 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays 6:30 am - 6 pmEmery Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 113Kadena: 966-7303 JP: 050-5865-1895 Mon-Thu 7 am - 10 pm Fri 7 am - 1 am Sat 8 am - 1 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 8 pmStrikers Café Mon-Thu 7 am - 9:30 pm Fri 7 am - 12:30 am Sat 8 am - 12:30 am Sun & Holidays Noon - 7:30 pmBreakfast Mon-Fri 7 am - 11 am Sat 8 am - 11 am Brooklyn’s Mon - Thu 5 pm - 10 pm Fri & Sat 5 pm - 1 am Sun & Holidays Closed*Last call for bar is 30 minutes prior to close.Call for special functions and party reservations.Kadena Base Library Bldg. 451Kadena: 634-1502 Mon-Wed 10 am - 8 pm Thu-Sun 10 am - 6 pm Holidays ClosedKadena Information, Tickets, & Travel Bldg. 455Kadena: 966-7333 JP: 050-5865-1896 Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm Sun ClosedKadena Marina One mile north of Kadena Gate 1Scuba & SeaKadena: 966-7345 JP: 050-5865-1898 Mon & Wed-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Tue Closed Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 6 pmBoating OperationsKadena: 966-7282 Mon & Wed-Fri 10 am - 5 pm Tue Closed Sat, Sun, & Holidays 7 am - 5 pmOkuma Located 51 miles north of Kadena off Route 58Reservation Desk 631-1991/1992 Daily 8 am - 5 pmSurfside Restaurant 631-1805For breakfast, lunch, and dinner times, visit www.kadenafss.com/rec/okumaBoating (Okuma Beach Mart) 631-1816 Daily 9 am - 5 pmOutdoor Recreation Bldg. 614Kadena: 966-7343 JP: 050-5865-1899Rental Equipment Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm Sat 8 am - 5 pm Sun & Holidays ClosedReservation for Flea Market & ParksKadena: 966-7343 JP: 050-5865-1899PaintballKadena: 966-7343 JP: 050-5865-1899Paintball Rec Play Sat & Sun 10 am - 3 pmKadena AquaticsKadena: 634-6425Fairchild Pool Lap Swim Mon-Fri 5 am - 7 am, 11 am - 1 pm, 5 pm - 7 pm *Swim lessons also available!Risner Fitness Center • Open 24 hours Bldg. 109Kadena: 634-5128Juice Bar Daily 5 am - 9 pmMassage TherapyKadena: 634-5129 Daily 9 am - 9 pmFitness Assessment Cell (FAC)Kadena: 634-8197 Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 12:30 pmRisner Sports Pro Shop & Tennis Center Bldg. 123Kadena: 966-7431 JP: 050-5865-1900 Daily 9 am - 6 pmSchilling Community Center Bldg. 455Kadena: 634-1387 Mon-Fri 7 am - 9 pm Sat 8 am - 7 pm Sun Closed Holidays, & PACAF Family Days 11 am - 5 pm
YOUTH & TEENChild Development Centers Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pmWakaba Bldg. 132Kadena: 632-7420Niko Niko Bldg. 334 Kadena: 634-5263Family Child Care Bldg. 1850Kadena: 634-0514 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pmParent Assistance Mon-Fri 8 am - 9 am
Resource & ReferralKadena: 632-7693 Bldg. 1850 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pmSchool Age CareHimawari School Age Care Bldg. 439Kadena: 632-0202 Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pmShima No Ko School Age Care Bldg. 4081Kadena: 632-0265 Mon-Fri 5:45 am - 6 pmTeen Center Millennium Bldg. 499Kadena: 634-3866Recreation School Days Mon-Thu 2 pm - 6 pm Fri 2 pm - 11 pm Sat 4 pm - 9 pmNo School & Half Days Mon-Thu Noon - 6 pm Fri Noon - 11 pmOffice Mon-Fri Noon - 6 pmYouth Center Bldg. 1849Kadena: 634-0500Rec Room School Days Mon-Fri 2 pm - 6 pm Sat Noon - 6 pmNo School & Half Days Noon - 6 pmFront Desk Mon-Thu 9:30 am - 7 pm Fri 9:30 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 5 pmYouth Sports & Fitness Bldg. 499Kadena: 634-1384Office Mon-Fri 10 am - 5 pm24-Hour Information LineKadena: 632-0286
SERVICESAirman & Family Readiness Center Bldg. 220Kadena: 634-3366 Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Holidays Closed
Army Veterinary Treatment Facility Bldg. 731Kadena: 966-7593 JP: 050-5865-3083 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 10 am - 4:30 pm Sat, Sun, & Holidays Closed Last duty day of each month Closed
Education & Training Bldg. 59Customer Service Kadena: 634-1500Base Training Kadena: 634-5943Formal Training Kadena: 634-1688Civilian Training Kadena: 634-5940Military Testing Kadena: 634-1500Voluntary Education Testing Kadena: 634-1500Hours are all the same for above offices. Mon & Fri 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Tue-Thu 8 am - 2:30 pm Closed on Holidays, PACAF Family Days, & down daysHuman Resources Office Bldg. 723Kadena: 634-2330 Mon-Fri 8 am - 3 pm
Karing KennelsBoarding Facility Bldg. 4065Kadena: 966-7339 JP: 050-5865-1902 Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat & Sun 11 am - 6 pm Wed & Holidays ClosedPet Adoption Facility Bldg. 54300Kadena: 966-7338 JP: 050-5865-1901 Tue, Sat, & Sun Noon - 6 pm Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Holidays ClosedAfter hours, please call 966-7339.Laundry and Dry CleaningKadena, Bldg. 612Kadena: 634-0443 Mon-Sat 7 am - 5:30 pmKinser, Bldg. 706Kinser: 637-1267 JP: 090-6866-1517 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4 pmManpower & Organization Bldg. 106 Kadena: 634-4865 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pmMilitary Personnel Section Bldg. 721BKadena: 634-8978 Mon - Fri 8 am - 3 pm (walk-ins) 2nd & 4th Wed 8 am - 6 pm (walk-ins) Close at noon 3rd Thursday of each month.*CAC/dependant/civilian/retiree cards are issued by appt only. Please make an appt. via RAPIDS by visiting www.kadenafss.com.Shogun Inn Bldg. 332Kadena: 632-1010 JP: -098-962-1010 24-hours a day, seven days a week
Kiddie Land
Food Vendors
Tree Lighting
Santa & Mrs Claus
Laser Show
Snow & Igloos
Live DJ
Konishiki
Holiday Cirque Spectacular
Featuring
Schilling Community Center • 634-1387