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Kadena Base Bulletin, May 23
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In the bulletin this week at Kadena:
NOTICES
ACE looking for airmen to design table banner
ACE CLEP-a-thon in need of students
Service station closure
Mediatti changes
Thrift Store Buck program
Free karate classes
Squadron Officer School changes
Family Child Care Office and Resource Center closure
Air Force Recruiting
SARC fundraiser for Tokyo Rape Crisis Center postponed
Post Office closure
Airman & Family Readiness Center limited services
Mandatory Contracting Officer's Rep Training
Resource and Referral Office hour change
UPCOMING EVENTS
Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
National Police Week activities
Schilling Presents: The Discover Okinawa Program
Dueling Pianos Show at the Rocker
2012 Memorial Day Ceremony
ACE bonfire
Driver’s Education Class Registration Briefing
Family Fun Day at Chapel 3
Pacific Muscle Classic
Post 9/11 GI Bill Briefing
Wingman Day
Kadena Aero Club Auction
AFSA Bowl-A-Thon
Team Kadena Honor Guard Recognition Breakfast
AFSA Chapter 1553 Flag Day Ceremony
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
ACE Car & Bike Show
Pacific Muscle Classic
NOTICES
ACE looking for airmen to design table banner

ACE is looking for artistic airmen to design our new table banner that will be displayed at any fundraising
events, membership drives, briefings or other events that ACE holds. Once the banner is complete, the
artist will be able to sign it with his or her own “John Hancock.”
Contact Airman 1st Class Lezette Orellana for more information.
ACE CLEP-a-thon in need of students
ACE CLEP-a-thon needs students! If you are pursuing your degree and would like to take refresher
courses for English, math, speech, humanities or management CLEP/DANTES tests, please contact
Senior Airman Milo Otis for more information.
Service station closure
The Kadena Main Service Station, building 3155, will be closed May 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. due
to a scheduled power outage.
Please plan accordingly as no fuel can be issued during this time. If you have any questions, contact
Tech. Sgt. Dunham at 634-8613.
Mediatti changes
Mediatti is upgrading television service by adding several new channels including the Hallmark channel,
Food network, Cooking network, Oprah network, Fox movies, Fox Business, and others to the Tier 2 lineup
at no additional charge to customers. Users will have to re-scan the channels on their cable box.
The television service will also be adding new equipment to improve the way they broadcast their video
channels. Several channels have already been converted, and the rest will be converted over the next 10
days.
Tiered Internet services are also now available. Customers can call Mediatti, visit their office, or fill out the
service request form on their website (bottom left of their main page.) The following are their monthly
prices:
$39.95 for 3MB (download) (no change)
$64.95 for 9MB (download)
$79.95 for 20MB (download)
Combo Tier 1
$59.50 for 3MB (no change)
$89.95 for 9MB
$105.00 for 20MB
Combo Tier 2
$75.90 for 3MB (no change)
$107.25 for 9MB
$115.10 for 20MB
Thrift Store Buck program
The Kadena Thrift Store offers assistance for junior enlisted members (E-1 through E-4) of any branch of
service.
To apply, bring a copy of your current leave and earnings statement, or LES, and fill out the KTS’s
contract. In return, you will receive a voucher for $40 if you don't have children, or $80 if you do, to use at
the Thrift Store. The best part is you get a new voucher every month.
For more information, contact the Kadena Thrift Store.

Free karate classes
Free Okinawa Matsubayashi-Ryu karate classes are available on Tuesdays for anyone 13 years of age
and older at the Risner Fitness Center from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Participants will learn traditional karate waza
and kata, and also how to react in real combat situations.
For more information, contact nidanlyle@gmail.com.
Squadron Officer School changes
The Distance Learning Program (Course 20) will close to new enrollees before the launch of a revised
Squadron Officer School (SOS) DL course anticipated July 5. No one will be enrolled into Course 20 later
than June 30.
Contact the Education Center at 634-1500 if you have questions. Customer service hours are 9 a.m. to 1
p.m.
Family Child Care Office and Resource Center closure
The Family Child Care Office and Resource Center will be closed May 23 due to a power outage.
For more information, contact Larcenie Mines.
Air Force Recruiting
The Air Force is looking for bright motivated physically fit young men for Pararescue, Combat Control,
Tactical Air Command and SERE.
Contact TSgt Wilson 632-7835 for more details.
SARC fundraiser for Tokyo Rape Crisis Center postponed
The Chibana Flea Market sale has been postponed to Sunday, June 3, to allow the Victims Advocates for
the SARC office to collect more donations. The drop off point is still the SARC's office.
For more information, contact 1st Lt. Holly Rusinski.
Post office closure
The post office and official mail center will be closed on Monday May 28 in observance of Memorial Day.
Normal operations return on Tues May 29.
For more information, please contact SMSgt Jim Dwyer at 634-2155.
Airman and Family Readiness Center limited services
The Airman & Family Readiness Center will have limited services on May 29-31. We will still be available
to assist customers with Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) services or PCS'ing customers who need Loan
Locker items.
Please contact the A&FRC at 634-3366 if you have any questions.
Mandatory Contracting Officer's Rep Training
All Contracting Officer's Representatives for 18 CONS are required to attend ONE of three Refresher
training sessions held at the Schilling Community Center Ballroom, 5, 14, or 18 June from 0800 - 1200.
Program changes and use of the CORT Tool will be discussed. You can register for training at:
https://kadena.eim.pacaf.af.mil/18WG/18MSG/18CONS/QAPC/default.aspx click on "Add new Item"
under the date you will attend.
For more information, contact Mr. John V. Czumalowski, 18 CONS Quality Assurance Program
Coordinator, 634-5820.

Resource and Referral Office hour change
Resource and Referral Office Hours will temporally change to 1-4:30 p.m. May 24 to June 15.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
Kadena will be hosting special events throughout May to include:
May 21-24 - Book Reading at the Elementary Schools on Kadena
May 24 - APAH 5K Run/Walk at the Risner Complex at 7 a.m.
May 29 - Asian-Pacific American Cultural Taste Testing at the Schilling Community Activities Center at 11
a.m.
May 31 - APAH Month Wrap-up Breakfast at the Rocker NCO Club at 7:30 a.m.
These events are intended to educate and bring cultural awareness to all military members and families.
For more information, contact Master Sgt. DeChant at 634-0616.
National Police Week activities
The 18th Security Forces Squadron is scheduled to host numerous activities for National Police Week,
May 21-25, to include the following:
- May 24: Memorial service for all law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty will be held at Chapel
2 from 10-11 a.m.
May 26
Schilling Presents: The Discover Okinawa Program
Come with us as we discover what Okinawa has to offer! Explore Okinawa from the land, sea, and sky.
There is something for everyone to include culture experiences, local entertainment, high adventure
activities, festivals, and more all FREE! Trips are available on a first come, first served basis. Spots on
trips are highly coveted and limited so don't wait. Run down to the Schilling to get your spot to discover an
Okinawan opportunity! Stop by the Schilling Community Center to see what is available.
The next sign-up date will start May 26 at 7 a.m. for July 2012 Trips and some additional June Trips. Trips
are available until filled. Questions call 634-1387/634-0256.
May 27
Dueling Pianos Show at the Rocker
The 18th Force Support Squadron presents a Dueling Pianos Show at the Rocker NCO Club May 27
beginning at 9 p.m. The event is FREE in the Reflections Lounge. Enjoy the holiday weekend with us as
we present a live rock and roll dueling pianos show. Sing the night away and have a rockin' good time!
For more information, call Michelle Bean at 959-0740
May 28
2012 Memorial Day Ceremony
The 2012 Memorial Day Ceremony is scheduled for May 28 at 7 a.m. at the 18th Wing Headquarters flag
pole. Uniform of the day is short sleeve, service uniform. Volunteers are also needed to help with setup
and tear down, as well as to be ushers and greeters. We are also looking for talented singers to perform
the national anthems.

Contact Capt. Micaela Lewis at 630-4303 or Master Sgt. Tevin Auster at 630-4727 if you would like more
information or if you would like to volunteer.
June 1
ACE bonfire
June 1 is the new date for Airmen Committed to Excellence’s highly requested bonfire at Torii Beach.
Event will start at 6 p.m. and is entirely free. Free food, free non-alcoholic drinks, music and s’mores will
be provided. All E-4s and below are invited, regardless of service branch.
Contact Senior Airman Daniel Gerome for more information.
Driver’s Education Class Registration Briefing
Driver's Education Class Registration: Registration for summer (July-Sept 2012) first time driver's
education classes will begin on Friday, June 1. Registration will be available online beginning June 1 at
10 a.m. Classes are open to all SOFA sponsored dependents ages 16 years of age and older.
Students must be 16 years of age on or by the first day of class. Cost for the class is $275.
For a complete list of classes, details on how to register or answers to frequently asked questions, visit
our website at www.kadenaforcesupport.com/communitycenter or call 634-1387.
June 2
Family Fun Day at Chapel 3
Family Fun Day is scheduled for June 2 from 9-11:30 a.m. at Chapel 3. Dr. Wicks, author of Bounce:
Living the Resilient Life will be speaking. An inspirational children’s program will be held for kids ages 2
years old – 6 th grade with games and activities based on biblical principles using bounce castles, dunk
tanks, camouflage paint, and playgrounds.
There will be a burger burn from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and activities such as the police dog training
show, bounce castles, dunk tank, fire trucks, and tactical vehicles will continue until 12:30 p.m. Drop off
for children will be at Chapel 3.
Contact Angela Edwards at 634-3939 for info or tickets.
June 3
Pacific Muscle Classic
The Pacific Muscle Classic is now accepting entries for the sixth annual bodybuilding, figure, and fitness
competition June 3 at the Keystone Theater. The 18th Force Support Squadron will once again showcase
male and female body builders in addition to fitness and figure athletes. Applications are now available at
the Schilling Community Center for anyone interested in competing in the Classic.
Pre-competition posing and judging will be at 10 a.m. The evening’s highlight will include guest posing by
Philip “Rico” Ricardo Jr., a 14-time natural professional body building champion, and Okinawa local
resident Zoa Linsey, one of the top ten female bodybuilders in the world.
Categories will include male and female bodybuilding as well as fitness and figure. Entry fee is $40.
Doors open at 5 p.m., and the show starts at 6 p.m. The event is free and tickets can be picked up at the
Schilling Community Center.
For more information, call 634-1387 or 634-0694. Entry forms can be found at
www.facebook.com/KadenaCommunityCenter or www.KadenaForceSupport.com.
June 4

Wingman Day
Wingman Day is scheduled for June 4 to raise awareness of Wingmanship and teambuilding. Wingman
Day activities will emphasize awareness, accountability, team-building, and communication through
interactive discussion.
The following workshops will be available throughout the day at the Keystone Theater:
A. Dr. Wicks (Resilience Expert) 3 sessions (50 min’s)
a. 0800 – 0900 (Incorporate silence, solitude, and mindfulness into daily life)
b. 1030 – 1130 (Develop your own self-care protocol and personal renewal
program)
c. 1530 – 1630 (Recognize the insidious nature of denial and avoidance as
responses to stress)
d. Open for active duty, spouses and civilians
e. Dr. Wicks book Bounce will be given to a few attendees.
B. Financial Readiness:
a. 0915 - 1000 Taking Control of your finances and Talking to Your Partner about
Finances
b. Open for active duty, spouses and civilians
C. Relationship Enhancement Workshop: Valerie Seitz
a. 1315 - 1400: Healthy Relationships and What’s negotiable/What’s Not
b. Open for active duty, spouses and civilians
Wingman Day is open to service members and their families. If you have any questions, contact 634-
3939.
June 6-9
Kadena Aero Club Auction
The Kadena Aero Club is holding a closed bid auction for a 1981 Cessna 172-RG at building 736 June 6-
9. Viewing of the aircraft will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and bids will be
accepted all three days. Contact Scott Mase at 959-5655 for information.
June 8
Post 9/11 GI Bill Briefing
There will be a Post 9/11 GI Bill Briefing in the Schilling Center Ballroom on June 8 from 2-4:30 p.m. This
briefing is open to active duty service members and their dependents. Items discussed will include:
benefits, eligibility, transferability, and more. No registration is necessary to attend. We look forward to
providing you with all the information you need on this important education benefit.
For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Brian Nadreau.
AFSA Bowl-a-Thon
AFSA is hosting a Bowl-a-Thon, June 8, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Emery Lanes to raise money for their
POW/MIA event.
Contact Senior Airman William Hawkes at 634-4846 for information and sign up.
Team Kadena Honor Guard Recognition Breakfast
Team Kadena's Honor Guard Recognition Breakfast will be held on June 4 at 7 a.m. in the Officers Club
Ballroom.
If you would like to attend, please contact Master Sgts. Timothy Middleton at 634-
6728/timothy.middleton.1@us.af.mil) or Melinda Jennings (634-6621/Melinda.jennings.1@us.af.mil.
June 14

AFSA Chapter 1553 Flag Day Ceremony
AFSA Chapter 1553 will be hosting a Flag Day Ceremony at 4 p.m. June 14 at Building 10 flag pole. Any
flags that need to be burned can be dropped off prior to the event at the 18th Wing protocol office,
building 10 or the Boys/Girl Scouts building 125.
All flags (nylon, cotton, etc.) are permitted and will be burned. AFSA will accept flags up to the start of the
ceremony but ask that flags are dropped off prior to the event. Uniform is ABUs for the ceremony.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact Tech. Sgt. Antoinette Volious or Staff Sgt. Michael
Satchell.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
ACE Car & Bike Show
The third annual Airmen Committed to Excellence Car & Bike Show is fast approaching. We are in need
of 50 to 100 volunteers for this event to be successful. Date, time and location are still to be determined,
but we’re looking at late July, early August.
If you are interested in helping out, contact Airman 1st Class Antwon Webster.
Pacific Muscle Classic
Volunteers needed to help at the 6th Annual Pacific Muscle Classic Body Building, Figure, and Fitness
Championship June 3 in the Keystone Theater. Volunteers will be needed to usher, help back stage, help
contestants and more.
If interested, email carline.gilbert.3@us.af.mil