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All classes and events require advance registration. Programs
are open to all military and civilian personnel and their families
unless otherwise noted. For registration and information,
call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 634-3366.
The A&FRC now offers childcare payment
when attending certain classes indicated by this symbol.
Please call the A&FRC for eligibility and procedures.
Readiness
Pre-Deployment, 0830
Every Monday at Airman & Family Readiness
All personnel leaving for deployment must attend the briefing.
Spouses are encouraged to attend.
(Please see your UDM concerning time and location changes)
Post-Deployment, 0800
Every Tuesday and Thursday
Building 721– B Training Room
All personnel returning from deployment must attend
the briefings. Spouses are highly encourage to attend.
Deployed Family Dining
May 8 and 22, 1700-1900
This is a chance for deployed spouses and their families to enjoy
a low cost meal from the Marshall Dining Facility as well as
meet and mingle with other spouses.
Heart Link
Curious about military customs?
Want to know more about Kadena AB
services and resources?
Join us and learn valuable tools for
successfully adapting to the military lifestyle
Catered Breakfast/Lunch
Child Care Provided
Door Prizes
Valuable Information
Receive a Spouse Coin
1 May, 7 August, 6 November 2013
08:30-2:30
RSVP up to 2 Days before class
Sign up and bring a friend.
Airman and Family Readiness Center May 2013 Calendar of Events
Location: Airman & Family Readiness Center
Bldg. 220
18th Force Support Squadron
Unit 5134, Box 80, APO, AP 96368
http://kadenafss.com/life-career/a-frc
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Your one stop source for:
Adapting to life in Okinawa
Relocation resources
Employment
Transitioning out of the military
Communicating more effectively
Deployment issues
Financial management
Emergency financial assistance
Hours of Operation Monday-Friday
7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Programs and services provided
for all SOFA status personnel
1 0800 Newcomers’
Orientation
0830 Heart Link
10 1000 Kimono Wearing
30 0800 Post Deployment
0900 Pre-Separation
1700 Sanshin
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
17 0800 Transition GPS 0900 VA Brief
14 0800 Transition GPS
0800 Post Deployment
1300 Japanese Bi-
Cultural Marriage
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
27
Memorial Day
4
11
18 1730
Deployed
Spouses’
Dinner
Torii Station
SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT
5
12
19
26
20 0830 Pre Deployment
1200 Space A Travel
1800 Key Spouse
Orientation
22 0800 Newcomers’
Orientation
0900 OAEEP Training
1200 Japanese for
Busy People
1700 Deployed Family
Dining
24
21 0800 Post Deployment
0900 Employment 101
1200 Japanese for Busy
People
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
23 0800 Post Deployment
0900 Pre-Separation
1200 Japanese for Busy
People
1700 Sanshin
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
25
28 0800 Post Deployment
0900 Bundles for Babies
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
29 0800 Newcomers’
Orientation
1330 Pre-Deployment
1730 EFMP Potluck
May 2013 Calendar
Kadena Air Base
Airman & Family Readiness Center
8 0800 Newcomers’
Orientation
1700 Deployed Family
Dining
9 0800 Post Deployment
0900 Pre-Separation
1700 Sanshin
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
15 0800 Transition GPS
0800 Newcomers’
Orientation
16 0800 Transition GPS
0800 Post Deployment
0900 Plan My Move
0900 Pre-Separation
1700 Sanshin
13 0800 Transition GPS
1000 Washi
1330 Pre-Deployment
1800 Key Spouse
Orientation
2 0800 Post Deployment
0900 Pre–Separation
0900 Sponsorship
3 0800 First Time Home-
Buyers
7 0800 Post Deployment
0830 Personal Finance
Part 1
1730 Japanese Basic
Step 1
Schedule of Classes and Events
6 0830 Pre-Deployment
31 830 Key Spouse
Appreciation Breakfast
Job Search and Transition
Group Pre-Separation Counseling Every Thursday, 1400-1530
Attendance is mandatory for every military
member separating or retiring. Learn about your
benefits and entitlements. Pre-separation
counseling required prior to attending the
Transition GPS Workshop. Spouses are encouraged
to attend.
Transition GPS Workshop May 13-17, 0800-1630
Learn about all aspects of a job search and your
benefits after separation from the military. Military
members must complete pre-separation counseling
prior to registering for the workshop. Spouses are
encouraged to attend. Bring your laptop.
Employment 101
May 21, 0900-1100
New to the island and looking for employment?
Explore your options and learn new resources to
help you find a job on Okinawa.
Federal Job Search
May 21, 0900-1100
Learn how to navigate the USAJOBS website, find
jobs and apply for federal service. Also, get tips on
making your application stand out and how to put
together a competitive package.
Veteran’s Affair’s Briefing
May 17, 0900-1200
This is an overview of several VA programs and
services available to all veterans and service
members. Topics: GI Bill, Medical Care, Home
Loans, Vocational Rehabilitation, Disability, and
VGLI.
Personal Family Life
Bundles for Babies
May 28, 0900-1130
Financial planning, birth registration, Tri-care and
Childcare information, and more for expectant
parents. Military members receive a gift package,
valued at $75.
Relocation Assistance
Loan Locker
Monday-Friday, 0800-1700
Visit the Kadena Loan Locker to borrow household
items. Available items are dishes, microwaves,
cookware and other household items to use while you
are arriving or departing. Located in building 220.
Please provide a copy of your PCS orders.
Newcomers’ Orientation
Every Wednesday, 0800-1545
Schilling Community Center
Newcomers will receive a welcome by the 18th Wing
Commander, great information for recent arrivals,
mandatory military briefings, and completion of
medical and TMO in-processing. Spouses are welcome
to attend.
Sponsorship Training
May 2, 0900-1045
This class is mandatory for all first time sponsors.
Participants learn the latest policies and procedures on
Kadena's sponsorship program. Sponsor packages for
new service members are available upon request.
Plan My Move
May 16, 0900-1130
Speakers from Finance, Traffic Management, Housing,
Lodging, AMC Terminal, Tri-care, Medical, and
Veterinary Services. Come gather information and
answer questions to prepare you for your PCS move.
Space-A Travel Workshop
May 20, 1200-1300
This workshop is designed to prepare you for Space-A
travel. Information presented by AMC representative.
Adapting to Life in Japan
Kimono Wearing
May 10, 1000-1200
Learn about the rich history of the Japanese kimono
and learn how to wear this traditional style of dress.
Bring a camera to take photographs.
Japanese for Busy People
May 21-23, 1200-1300
This is a 3–day(s) lunchtime session for those wanting
to learn useful words and phrases for daily living.
Washi Craft
May 13, 1000-1130
Learn to make decorative items with traditional
Japanese craft paper. This month’s class will make a
Japanese style picture frame.
Sanshin for Beginners
Every Thursday, 1700-1800
Learn a traditional Ryukyu song on the Sanshin, an
Okinawan 3-string instrument. Participants can start at
any time.
Personal Finances Personal Finance I
May 7, 0830-1200
Learn how to select a financial institution and to
create and establish a working budget to manage
savings, checking, and reduce debt based on
individual goals. Learn basic investing—CDs, mutual
funds, and TSP etc. Also learn about how to obtain
your credit report and repair options.
To Register for classes or R.S.V.P. for events please call
the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 634-3366
Airman & Family
Readiness
Center
Air Force Aid Society Emergency Financial Assistance
interest free loan or grants
available
Education grants available
Community Enhancement
Programs
Call the A&FRC for more information
at 634-3366
May 18, 2013
1730-1930
Location:
Torii Station Beach Open to spouses of deployed military
members of all branches.
Free Dinner
Onsite Childcare
Door Prizes and
Giveaways
Mingling and more
EFMP Potluck
May 29th 1730 Come out to Chapel 3
bring a dish and take the opportunity
to meet new people!
To register please call 634-3366 by
May 24th