May 2013 AFRC Newsletter　

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A&FRC Monthly Newsletter for Families of Deployed Military Members

A i rma n a nd Fa mi l y R e a d i ne s s C e nte r B u i l d i ng 2 2 0

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Who To Call?

Kadena ShogunsKadena Shoguns

A&FRC 634-3366

Red Cross 634-1979

Family Advocacy 634-0433

Base Chapel 634-1288

Legal Office 634-3300

Medical 630-4817

Finance 634-1300

TriCare 630-4310

Mental Health 630-4817

Dental 630-4817

SARC 634-7272

Vet Clinic 959-1300

MFLC 634- 3915

MAY 2013

ChiefCarla E. Diamond

EditorMSgt Devin Wright

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Golden week

The end of April through around May 5th is called "Golden Week" in

Japan since there are many national holidays during this period. Many

Japanese offices close for about a week to 10 days, depending on the cal-

endar. People take a vacation and travel around the country or abroad,

so tourist attractions in Japan are crowded during this time. Also, air-

ports and train stations in Japan are crowded with people. It is hard toget reservations for accommodations and transportation during Golden

Week.

The first national holiday during Golden Week is April 29, which was

the birthday of Shouwa Emperor. Now, this day is called showa-no-hi

(Showa Day). The second holiday is kenpou-kinen-bi (Constitution Me-

morial Day), May 3. Then, May 4 is called midori-no-hi (Greenery Day).

The last holiday during Golden Week is kodomono-hi (Children's Day)

on May 5. It's also Japanese Boy's Festival called tango-no-sekku and is

day to pray for healthy growth of boys. It's a Japanese tradition for fami

lies of boys to hang up carp streamers (koinobori) outside their houses.
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Japanese for Busy People

>Date & Time: 16 - 18 Aug, 1200 - 1330

>Where to meet: A&FRC Classroom

This is a 3-day lunchtime session for those wanting to learn ueful

words and phrases for daily Japanese living.

Japanese Culture Classes & Tours

at the Airman & Family Readiness Center

Sanshin>Date & Time: 9, 16, 23, 30 May, 1700 - 1800


Learn a traditional Ryukyu song on the Sanshin, an Okinawan3-string instrument. Participants can start at anytime.

Japanese Bi-Cultural Workshop>Date & Time: 14 May, 1300-1500

>Where to meet: A&FRC Culture Room

This session is designed for Japanese Spouses who would like to

learn more about the American culture and military life style. It

will help build and expand your network.

Japanese Basic Step 1>Date & Time: 7, 9, 14 , 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 May, 1730 - 1900


This is a 4 week language class focusing on proficiency of

speech and practical application.

Kimono Wearing>Date & Time: 10 May, 100-1200


A great way to learn how to put on a Kimono.

Newcomers Island Excursion

>Date & Time: 17 May, 1000 - 1500

>Where to meet: Schilling Community Center

Explore the history, culture and customs of Okinawa on this free

bus trip. Bring a snack lunch or yen for a light Japanese lunch

and purchasing souvenirs. Registration required. Open to all

ages.


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Other Events

at the A&FRC1 May at 0830 Heart Link

2 May at 0900 Sponsorship

3 May at 0800First Time Home Buyer

Workshop

8 & 22 May at 1700Deployed Family Dining

(Marshall Dining Facility)

13 May at 0900 Employment 101

13-17 May at 0800 Transition GPS

21, 22 & 23 May at

1200Japanese for Busy People

29 Mayat 1730 EFMP Potluck


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PLAYpass EXTENDED UNTIL DEC 2013 !!!

Come to the A&FRC at 634-3366 for more details


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MILITARY & FAM ILY LIFE CONSULTA NT PROGRAMBrought to you by

Department of DefenseTo provide a supplemental on-base resource

for addressing work and family life issues

Licensed professional counselorsare now available on base

to provide short term consultationsat no charge.

Consultations are provided on a confidential*basis to assist SOFA statuspersonnel and their family members with individual and family issues such as:

work related stress, deployment issues, relationships, anger management,

parenting, transitions, combat stress and more.

Help is only a phone call away.634-3915 or 634-4451090-8518-0939; 080-3929-2486*Exceptions to confidentiality are Duty to Warn issues.


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More questions? Please contact

the A&FRC at 634-3366

Okinawa Typhoon Season is from 1 June31 Nov. Do

you have your Typhoon Kit ready? If not, log onto

Kadena AB home page and then click on Local

Weather. There is a Emergency Action Guide attached,that has all the info you will need.

You can get 5 free hours of childcare.

Give Parents a Break is held every month in

conjunction with the Deployed Spouses Dinner. The

location for this month will be the Himiwari School

Age Program. Bring a copy of your spouses orders

to the A&FRC to get your voucher.

The A&FRC provides personalizedpillowcases for children and spouses of a

deployed military member? All you have to do is

send us a picture. This is a great way to keep

your deployed loved ones close to your hearts.

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