Misawa ITT: Information, Tickets and Travel
by misawa.marketing | Oct 30, 2019 | Adventure, Culture, Events, Family, Outdoors, Travel
More than just monthly trips, Misawa ITT is here to help you navigate your way through Japan so you can make the best of your time living in this fascinating country. Dinner Reservations Don’t let your fear of the language barrier stop you from enjoying Japan. ITT...
Aomori Nebuta Festival
by misawa.marketing | Jul 12, 2019 | Adventure, Culture, Events, Outdoors, Travel
The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri is a unique, colorful festival celebrated in the northern prefecture of Aomori held from August 1–7. This festival is a must-see and roughly 3 million people visit the Nebuta Matsuri every year! This festival is held once a year and features...
Onsen Etiquette
by misawa.marketing | Jan 7, 2019 | Culture, Learning, Outdoors, Travel
As winter has taken full force in northern Japan, I recommend taking a long and soothing dip into some natural hot springs known as onsens located throughout the country. It may make you feel uneasy at first, but once you take your first soak, you will be coming back...
Nature Awaits!
by misawa.marketing | Oct 1, 2018 | Adventure, Outdoors, Travel
We have everything you need to camp, hike and explore the great outdoors. You don’t have to venture far to get away and be one with nature. Locals love to camp, hike and climb just as much as Americans do. There are many outdoor activities awaiting any adventurer,...
Take on Tokyo
by misawa.marketing | Aug 13, 2018 | Culture, Family, Travel
A trip to Japan’s largest city is a necessity for anyone stationed in Misawa. In Tokyo, tradition mixes with futuristic trends to create one of the most diverse cities in the world. Tokyo is also one of the largest cities in the world, spanning 2,188 square...Recent Blog Posts
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janallday50 Mile Swim ClubHimberg Pool
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If you’re looking for a fun, new fitness challenge and think you have what it takes, join the 50 Mile Swim Club. Reach your fitness goals, or just challenge your
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If you’re looking for a fun, new fitness challenge and think you have what it takes, join the 50 Mile Swim Club. Reach your fitness goals, or just challenge your friends to a race against the calendar. Sign up and track your laps in the pool as you compete in this base-wide, yearlong race. Trophies will be awarded to the first three finishers. All of the finishers will take home congratulatory T-shirts and bragging rights. If you can swim farther than anyone else on base, hit that 50 and keep on swimming. Additional trophies will be awarded to the three competitors who swim the farthest over the course of 2020. Sign up now at the Outdoor Recreation Center.
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Month Long Event (january) JST
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Himberg Pool
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center
mayalldayKids Drive FREEGosser Golf Course
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Friday, May 1–Monday, Aug. 31 FREE Ages 17 & Under Gosser Golf Course welcomes kids to practice their swing all summer at the Driving Range! Check in at the Pro Shop
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Friday, May 1–Monday, Aug. 31
FREE
Ages 17 & Under
Gosser Golf Course welcomes kids to practice their swing all summer at the Driving Range! Check in at the Pro Shop and receive FREE tokens for practice balls to use at the Driving Range.
Visit the Pro Shop for more information.
Time
Month Long Event (may) JST
Location
Gosser Golf Course
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Gosser Golf Course957-1563
mayalldayWednesday Night Scramble & SkinsGosser Golf Course
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Every Wednesday Now–Aug. 26 5 p.m. Entry Paid 5:15 p.m. Shotgun Start Members, $7 Non-Members, $12 Entry includes nine holes of golf, cart use and entry into a prize fund. Meet new people while playing
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Every Wednesday
Now–Aug. 26
5 p.m. Entry Paid
5:15 p.m. Shotgun Start
Members, $7
Non-Members, $12
Entry includes nine holes of golf, cart use and entry into a prize fund. Meet new people while playing golf in a scramble format with teams determined by the captains’ draft picks. This fun way to play does not require a handicap.
Time
Month Long Event (may) JST
Location
Gosser Golf Course
Organizer
Gosser Golf Course957-1563
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Tuesday, July 7–Wednesday, Sept. 30 Open to anyone with base access Ages 16+ Win a prize for reaching each city! Morioka- 100 miles Sendai- 200 miles Tokyo- 350 miles Challenge yourself to run or walk the distance
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Tuesday, July 7–Wednesday, Sept. 30
Open to anyone with base access
Ages 16+
Win a prize for reaching each city!
Morioka- 100 miles
Sendai- 200 miles
Tokyo- 350 miles
Challenge yourself to run or walk the distance to big cities in Japan! Log your mileage from the treadmill, track or trail at the Potter Fitness Center front desk for every city you reach.
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Month Long Event (july)
Organizer
Potter Fitness Center226-2584/3982
07jul(jul 7)10:15 am10(jul 10)4:15 pmCraft CampBuilding 1006, Bay 2
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Tuesday, June 16–Friday, June 19 Tuesday, June 23–Friday, June 26 Ages 6–8 | 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Ages 9–12 | 2:45–4:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 7–Friday, July 10 Tuesday, July 14–Friday, July 17 Ages 6–8 |
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Tuesday, June 16–Friday, June 19
Tuesday, June 23–Friday, June 26
Ages 6–8 | 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Ages 9–12 | 2:45–4:45 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7–Friday, July 10
Tuesday, July 14–Friday, July 17
Ages 6–8 | 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Ages 9–12 | 2:15–4:15 p.m.
$60
Get crafty this summer at Craft Camp. Lunch and entertainment will be provided for all ages from noon to 1:30 p.m. for an additional $6 per day or $22 for all four days.
Time
7 (Tuesday) 10:15 am - 10 (Friday) 4:15 pm JST
Location
Building 1006, Bay 2
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
08jul(jul 8)6:00 pm15(jul 15)8:00 pmGuild Night
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Wednesdays | 6–8 p.m. Members, FREE | Non-Members, $5 Socialize with other crafters and Guild Members every week! The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, beverages and
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Wednesdays | 6–8 p.m.
Members, FREE | Non-Members, $5
Socialize with other crafters and Guild Members every week! The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, beverages and hors d’oeuvres. Ask an Arts & Crafts Center staff member how to become a Guild Member.
Advance registration is required for all classes. Register at the Arts & Crafts Center Pop-Up Location in building 1006, bay 2. The location of all classes will be given at the time of sign up.
Time
8 (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 15 (Wednesday) 8:00 pm
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
10jul5:00 pm7:00 pmFamily Fun NightHimberg Pool
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FREE ALL AGES Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables
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FREE
ALL AGES
Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables to the pool and cut loose!
Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm JST
Location
Himberg Pool
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center
10jul6:00 pmBillions BingoMomiji Room
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Card sales starts 6 p.m. Game starts at 6:30 p.m. Momiji Room $20 for five rounds Ages 18+ Billions, baby! Have tons of fun with friends and go home with some money! This game of
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Card sales starts 6 p.m.
Game starts at 6:30 p.m.
Momiji Room
$20 for five rounds
Ages 18+
Billions, baby! Have tons of fun with friends and go home with some money! This game of bingo awards a cash prize. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Seating is first come, first served. $20 for five rounds of bingo.
Time
(Friday) 6:00 pm JST
Location
Momiji Room
Organizer
Community Commons
11jul10:00 am12:00 amWood WorkshopCustomizable Step StoolArts & Crafts Center
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Saturday, July 11 Saturday, July 25 10 a.m.–Noon Wednesday, July 15 Noon–2 p.m. $30 | Ages 18+ This fully instructed class develops your woodworking skills and leaves you with a handmade masterpiece. You must obtain
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Saturday, July 11
Saturday, July 25
10 a.m.–Noon
Wednesday, July 15
Noon–2 p.m.
$30 | Ages 18+
This fully instructed class develops your woodworking skills and leaves you with a handmade masterpiece. You must obtain a Wood Safety Card prior to participating in this class. Register for this class in advance in building 645.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 am JST
Location
Arts & Crafts Center
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
14jul(jul 14)10:15 am17(jul 17)4:15 pmCraft CampBuilding 1006, Bay 2
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Tuesday, June 16–Friday, June 19 Tuesday, June 23–Friday, June 26 Ages 6–8 | 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Ages 9–12 | 2:45–4:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 7–Friday, July 10 Tuesday, July 14–Friday, July 17 Ages 6–8 |
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Tuesday, June 16–Friday, June 19
Tuesday, June 23–Friday, June 26
Ages 6–8 | 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Ages 9–12 | 2:45–4:45 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7–Friday, July 10
Tuesday, July 14–Friday, July 17
Ages 6–8 | 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Ages 9–12 | 2:15–4:15 p.m.
$60
Get crafty this summer at Craft Camp. Lunch and entertainment will be provided for all ages from noon to 1:30 p.m. for an additional $6 per day or $22 for all four days.
Time
14 (Tuesday) 10:15 am - 17 (Friday) 4:15 pm JST
Location
Building 1006, Bay 2
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
15jul12:00 pm2:00 pmWood WorkshopCustomizable Step StoolArts & Crafts Center
Event Details
Saturday, July 11 Saturday, July 25 10 a.m.–Noon Wednesday, July 15 Noon–2 p.m. $30 | Ages 18+ This fully instructed class develops your woodworking skills and leaves you with a handmade masterpiece. You must obtain
Event Details
Saturday, July 11
Saturday, July 25
10 a.m.–Noon
Wednesday, July 15
Noon–2 p.m.
$30 | Ages 18+
This fully instructed class develops your woodworking skills and leaves you with a handmade masterpiece. You must obtain a Wood Safety Card prior to participating in this class. Register for this class in advance in building 645.
Time
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm JST
Location
Arts & Crafts Center
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
15jul5:00 pmTaiko Drum ClassMokuteki Ballroom
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5 p.m. | Ages 8–14 6 p.m. | Ages 15+ Every Wednesday $13 per session Learn the art of Taiko Drums! Practice your talents or pick up a new skill. Advance registration is required
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5 p.m. | Ages 8–14
6 p.m. | Ages 15+
Every Wednesday
$13 per session
Learn the art of Taiko Drums! Practice your talents or pick up a new skill. Advance registration is required at the Community Commons
Time
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm JST
Location
Mokuteki Ballroom
Organizer
Community Commons
15jul(jul 15)6:00 pm22(jul 22)8:00 pmGuild Night
Event Details
Wednesdays | 6–8 p.m. Members, FREE | Non-Members, $5 Socialize with other crafters and Guild Members every week! The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, beverages and
Event Details
Wednesdays | 6–8 p.m.
Members, FREE | Non-Members, $5
Socialize with other crafters and Guild Members every week! The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, beverages and hors d’oeuvres. Ask an Arts & Crafts Center staff member how to become a Guild Member.
Advance registration is required for all classes. Register at the Arts & Crafts Center Pop-Up Location in building 1006, bay 2. The location of all classes will be given at the time of sign up.
Time
15 (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 22 (Wednesday) 8:00 pm
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
17jul8:30 am3:00 pmHiring FairWe Need You!Misawa Club
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Become a mentor, provider, or coach by working with Misawa's youth! Friday, July 17 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Mutsu Ballroom, Misawa O'Club Thursday, July 23 8:30 a.m.– 3 p.m. Gray Room, Misawa E'Club 8:30–9:30 a.m. | Learn from
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Become a mentor, provider, or coach by working with Misawa’s youth!
Friday, July 17
8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Mutsu Ballroom, Misawa O’Club
Thursday, July 23
8:30 a.m.– 3 p.m.
Gray Room, Misawa E’Club
8:30–9:30 a.m. | Learn from the pros how to navigate USAJobs.gov and make sure your resume gets seen
9:45–10:15 a.m. | NAF HRO will show you how to build your best resume to get hired
10:30 a.m.–Noon | Representatives from the Yoiko CDC, Lunney Youth Center, Cheli SAC, Teen Center and Family Child Care will discuss open positions within Youth Programs
1–3 p.m. |On-the-Spot Job Interviews: bring your resume, high school diploma or college transcripts, and PCS Orders
Interested applicants are encouraged to stay for the entire day’s events.
Time
(Friday) 8:30 am - 3:00 pm JST
Location
Misawa Club
Organizer
Youth Programs
17jul5:00 pm7:00 pmFamily Fun NightHimberg Pool
Event Details
FREE ALL AGES Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables
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FREE
ALL AGES
Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables to the pool and cut loose!
Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm JST
Location
Himberg Pool
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center
17jul5:30 pm8:00 pmCocktails & Ceramics
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$35 Ages 18+, Ages 20+ to consume alcohol Join us for a night of refreshments and hors d’oeuvres while you decorate ceramics. Choose from the available ceramics on the shelf
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$35
Ages 18+, Ages 20+ to consume alcohol
Join us for a night of refreshments and hors d’oeuvres while you decorate ceramics. Choose from the available ceramics on the shelf to paint, certain ceramics may incur an additional fee. Ceramics will be glazed during the class and fired at a later time. Ceramics will be ready to pick up roughly 10–14 days aft er the class. Glazing supplies are included.
Advance registration is required for all classes. Register at the Arts & Crafts Center Pop-Up Location in building 1006, bay 2. The location of all classes will be given at the time of sign up.
Time
(Friday) 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
17jul6:00 pm9:00 pmLightspeed PaintballArea 35
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Play paintball under the lights of our Speedball Court every third Friday. With FREE field entries, Attack Pack rentals and barbecue, all you pay for is paintballs at discounted
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Play paintball under the lights of our Speedball Court every third Friday. With FREE field entries, Attack Pack rentals and barbecue, all you pay for is paintballs at discounted paint specials. No advance registration is required, just show up to play.
Ages 16+ to play
Ages 10+ with an adult present
Time
(Friday) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm JST
Location
Area 35
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center
18jul6:30 pm9:00 pmOpen Mic Night at The LodgeThe Lodge
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6:30–9:30 p.m. FREE Ages 18+ to spectate Musicians ages 13+ may perform with an adult present. Find a killer jam session, your next band, or just listen to awesome tunes and hang out
Event Details
6:30–9:30 p.m.
FREE
Ages 18+ to spectate
Musicians ages 13+ may perform with an adult present.
Find a killer jam session, your next band, or just listen to awesome tunes and hang out with your friends at Open Mic Night. Use one of our stage instruments, or bring your own, the third Saturday of every month.
Time
(Saturday) 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm JST
Location
The Lodge
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center
21jul4:00 pm4:30 pmLatchKey TrainingLunney Youth Center
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Youth ages 9–11 are eligible to enroll in this course provided by Family Advocacy. A LatchKey certificate allows you to stay home by yourself, sign yourself out of the Lunney
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Youth ages 9–11 are eligible to enroll in this course provided by Family Advocacy. A LatchKey certificate allows you to stay home by yourself, sign yourself out of the Lunney Youth Center and ride the North Area Shuttle Bus.
Advance registration is not required to attend. Please arrive on time at the Lunney Youth Center and inform the staff you are attending LatchKey training! Call 226-3220 for more information.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm JST
Location
Lunney Youth Center
Organizer
Lunney Youth Center
22jul5:00 pmTaiko Drum ClassMokuteki Ballroom
Event Details
5 p.m. | Ages 8–14 6 p.m. | Ages 15+ Every Wednesday $13 per session Learn the art of Taiko Drums! Practice your talents or pick up a new skill. Advance registration is required
Event Details
5 p.m. | Ages 8–14
6 p.m. | Ages 15+
Every Wednesday
$13 per session
Learn the art of Taiko Drums! Practice your talents or pick up a new skill. Advance registration is required at the Community Commons
Time
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm JST
Location
Mokuteki Ballroom
Organizer
Community Commons
22jul5:30 pm6:30 pmwatSUP YogaHimberg Pool
Event Details
Practice challenging yoga on SUP boards right in the Himberg Pool! We have everything you need inside to test your flexibility and balance. You'll never have more fun with
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Practice challenging yoga on SUP boards right in the Himberg Pool! We have everything you need inside to test your flexibility and balance. You’ll never have more fun with yoga! Call 226-9378 to learn more.
$5 per class | Six spots available per class
Ages 10+ with an adult present
Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm JST
Location
Himberg Pool
22jul(jul 22)6:00 pm29(jul 29)8:00 pmGuild Night
Event Details
Wednesdays | 6–8 p.m. Members, FREE | Non-Members, $5 Socialize with other crafters and Guild Members every week! The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, beverages and
Event Details
Wednesdays | 6–8 p.m.
Members, FREE | Non-Members, $5
Socialize with other crafters and Guild Members every week! The entry fee includes the $2 supply fee, beverages and hors d’oeuvres. Ask an Arts & Crafts Center staff member how to become a Guild Member.
Advance registration is required for all classes. Register at the Arts & Crafts Center Pop-Up Location in building 1006, bay 2. The location of all classes will be given at the time of sign up.
Time
22 (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 29 (Wednesday) 8:00 pm
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
23jul8:30 am3:00 pmHiring FairWe Need You!Misawa Club
Event Details
Become a mentor, provider, or coach by working with Misawa's youth! Friday, July 17 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Mutsu Ballroom, Misawa O'Club Thursday, July 23 8:30 a.m.– 3 p.m. Gray Room, Misawa E'Club 8:30–9:30 a.m. | Learn from
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Event Details
Become a mentor, provider, or coach by working with Misawa’s youth!
Friday, July 17
8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Mutsu Ballroom, Misawa O’Club
Thursday, July 23
8:30 a.m.– 3 p.m.
Gray Room, Misawa E’Club
8:30–9:30 a.m. | Learn from the pros how to navigate USAJobs.gov and make sure your resume gets seen
9:45–10:15 a.m. | NAF HRO will show you how to build your best resume to get hired
10:30 a.m.–Noon | Representatives from the Yoiko CDC, Lunney Youth Center, Cheli SAC, Teen Center and Family Child Care will discuss open positions within Youth Programs
1–3 p.m. |On-the-Spot Job Interviews: bring your resume, high school diploma or college transcripts, and PCS Orders
Interested applicants are encouraged to stay for the entire day’s events.
Time
(Thursday) 8:30 am - 3:00 pm JST
Location
Misawa Club
Organizer
Youth Programs
24jul8:30 am3:00 pmHachinohe Yaki Traditional Pottery Tour
Event Details
Ages 18+ $35 per person Price includes transportation, tour guide, pottery instruction, firing and glaze.
Event Details
Ages 18+
$35 per person
Price includes transportation, tour guide, pottery instruction, firing and glaze.
Time
(Friday) 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
24jul5:00 pm7:00 pmFamily Fun NightHimberg Pool
Event Details
FREE ALL AGES Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables
Event Details
FREE
ALL AGES
Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables to the pool and cut loose!
Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm JST
Location
Himberg Pool
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center
25jul10:00 am12:00 pmWood WorkshopCustomizable Step StoolArts & Crafts Center
Event Details
Saturday, July 11 Saturday, July 25 10 a.m.–Noon Wednesday, July 15 Noon–2 p.m. $30 | Ages 18+ This fully instructed class develops your woodworking skills and leaves you with a handmade masterpiece. You must obtain
Event Details
Saturday, July 11
Saturday, July 25
10 a.m.–Noon
Wednesday, July 15
Noon–2 p.m.
$30 | Ages 18+
This fully instructed class develops your woodworking skills and leaves you with a handmade masterpiece. You must obtain a Wood Safety Card prior to participating in this class. Register for this class in advance in building 645.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm JST
Location
Arts & Crafts Center
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
26jul12:30 pm3:30 pmChristmas in July Ceramics
Event Details
$5–$30 based on ceramic Celebrate Christmas early this year and paint an ornament or a Christmas tree! Beverages and pastries will be provided. Advance registration is required at the
Event Details
$5–$30 based on ceramic
Celebrate Christmas early this year and paint an ornament or a Christmas tree! Beverages and pastries will be provided.
Advance registration is required at the Arts & Crafts Center Pop-Up in building 1006, bay 2.
Time
(Sunday) 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
29jul5:00 pmTaiko Drum ClassMokuteki Ballroom
Event Details
5 p.m. | Ages 8–14 6 p.m. | Ages 15+ Every Wednesday $13 per session Learn the art of Taiko Drums! Practice your talents or pick up a new skill. Advance registration is required
Event Details
5 p.m. | Ages 8–14
6 p.m. | Ages 15+
Every Wednesday
$13 per session
Learn the art of Taiko Drums! Practice your talents or pick up a new skill. Advance registration is required at the Community Commons
Time
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm JST
Location
Mokuteki Ballroom
Organizer
Community Commons
31jul4:00 pm8:00 pmHarry Potter Multi-Craft NightHouse Crest & Wand MakingTohoku Ballroom
Event Details
$30 per set All Ages Create personalized wands, family crests and home décor to showcase your magical spirit while watching one of the Harry Potter films. Set includes one wand, one
Event Details
$30 per set
All Ages
Create personalized wands, family crests and home décor to showcase your magical spirit while watching one of the Harry Potter films. Set includes one wand, one crest and one sign.
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm JST
Location
Tohoku Ballroom
Organizer
Arts & Crafts
31jul5:00 pm7:00 pmFamily Fun NightHimberg Pool
Event Details
FREE ALL AGES Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables
Event Details
FREE
ALL AGES
Enjoy an evening of fun with the whole family at the Himberg Pool. Bring your favorite pool toys, Super Soakers, water pistols, Nerf balls, and small inflatables to the pool and cut loose!
Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm JST
Location
Himberg Pool
Organizer
Outdoor Recreation Center