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President: Erika Bryant-Northcutt Erika Bryant-Northcutt is a 2015 Graduate of The University of South Carolina from with a degree in Music. She most recently hails from the nonprofit world with a Master’s in Arts Non-Profit Management from the highly selective program at American University. She completed an extensive research project on fundraising and event planning for small nonprofit organizations. She has been a social media and fundraising consultant for social organizations, rural theatres, as well as small businesses. She single-handedly managed an overseas tour to Greece for the American University Chamber Singers. She has studied at the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russia, and her research has been published in their annual report.This is her second tour to Yokosuka, Japan. Previously, she was the OSAY event coordinator, Vice President, and President. She is the proud owner and co-host of a Top 100 History Podcast, The Pithy Chronicle LLC! Vice President: Cherise Menard I’m originally from Orange, CA where I met Phil, my husband of 27 years, in Kindergarten. We have been a Navy family for 19 years and moved to Yokosuka in December 2016. We have 3 children; 1 college graduate, 1 college Freshman, and 1 high school Sophomore. I have a Bachelors degree in Behavioral Science/Sociology and a Masters in Business Administration. I served on the OSAY board in 2017/2018 as membership co-chair and have been involved in several organizations on base. I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring Japan, cooking and baking, creating macrame, and cuddling on the couch with my dog, Raymond. I’m really looking forward to serving our spouse community. Treasurer: Jasmine Biggness I was born in Charleston, SC where I met my husband while he attended The Citadel. After graduation, he commissioned and moved to San Diego, CA. I met him there a year later, and a year after that, we were married. Our second duty station was Norfolk, VA, where I was very active in the Surface Officer Spouses (SOS) Norfolk organization. While in Norfolk, I served as treasurer for SOS for 2 years, and we had our first child before we moved to our third duty station. We welcomed our second child two years after our first, and I am a stay-at-home mother. This is move number five now, and we are very excited to be in Japan. A friend told me about OSAY, and I am very excited to join the ranks and help this awesome organization! Secretary: Sherri Tobin I am a 3rd generation Navy brat. I currently serve as chaos coordinator for five boys and one husband. You can find me reading or planning a trip, near or far, if I find any spare time. Communications: Lauren Claus I am a New Jersey native with a background in communication and e-commerce. After a career as a Social Media Producer for HP, I moved to Hawaii to work as the Marketing Director at San Lorenzo Bikinis and E-commerce and Marketing Specialist at Tori Richard. While in Hawaii I met my Husband, Louis. We got married in August 2023 and PCSed to Japan a couple of days later. You can find me on Ikego with my goldendoodle Poi.  Membership: Tess Poppert Tess Poppert has always been a hopeless wanderer. Yokosuka is her 18th official address, 4 of which are courtesy of the US Navy, with Yokosuka being her first OCONUS address. She is happily married to her best friend of half her life, Reilly, and she’s been living that Military Spouse dream for the past five years. Currently, she is a stay-at-home mom to Liam (2) and a self-published author of a futuristic dystopian YA series on Amazon called the Lux Series. Her background is working in Higher Ed Marketing, Event Planning, and as a Ballroom Dancing Instructor. Her hobbies include consuming copious amounts of literature, slowly but surely killing all of the herbs in her window sill garden, attempting to capture everyday magical moments via iPhone, and playing three instruments equally poorly. Her passion each duty station is for hosting events and bringing people together in her own home. Being a part of the OSAY Board seemed like the perfect way to continue to do that on a greater scale. Events Manager: Ali Maruca Alison (Ali) Maruca is a Navy wife to Nick of 10 years, mom of three kids, PAO in the Navy Reserve, and a staunch advocate for Navy families everywhere. She and her family have lived in Yokosuka since August 2022, but have been stationed here twice previously.When she isn’t working, drilling, or shuttling her kids to a plethora of activities, Ali enjoys writing, adventuring throughout Japan, and an having occasional date nights with her husband. She is looking forward to sharing her passion for Japan through future OSAY events and meeting more of the amazing spouses who are part of our incredible community. Hikes/ Cultural Outings: Hillary Stickler I was born and grew up in Orange County, California, so I am thrilled to be back near the ocean! My husband's platform took us to Oklahoma and Nebraska, so I haven't been this close to the water since flight school way back in 2007! My husband and I met while Midshipmen at the Naval Academy, and since then, I have been fortunate to have been stationed in one place long enough to attend and graduate nursing school and begin my career as a bedside oncology nurse. About eight years ago, I made the jump to healthcare IT to support and create charting tools for hospital staff, and I loved being able to blend my first degree (Electrical Engineering) with my nursing background. In November 2021, I had our first child, Carmen, and I was able to stay home with her while working since my position was moved remote during the Pandemic. This is my first time not working in my adult life, but I feel more exhausted than ever "just" being a SAHM with her! I love traveling, singing, going to the beach, and vegetable gardening. When we retire, my dream is to start a community garden to provide access to fresh, local food!

President - Treloar Price I am a twin mom + one, sushi addict, botanical garden fanatic, and lover of audio books played at a pace of 1.25. When I'm not homeschooling my trio, you can find me moonlighting as a clinical psychologist. After fourteen years and nine moves as a mil spouse, I've come to terms with my complicated relationship with rental house ovens and my growing collection of state psychology licenses.  I love exploring new cultures with my family and have found Navy life to be a really fulfilling, if sometimes wildly stressful, adventure.  I am originally from Sarasota, Florida, and our family home is in Annapolis, MD, where we were married and now own a little white cottage a quick walk from downtown. The friendship and mentoring I’ve found in spouse groups have been invaluable to me over the years—sharing tips, finding humor in the chaos, and embracing every transition with the loan of someone else’s great checklist. I have found OSAY to be a group that values individuality, friendship, and resilience, and as President of OSAY I am honored to support this amazing community of spouses. Vice President- Meghan Wilkens I'm a lifelong learner and mom to two incredible kids and I’m married to my forever crush, one of the best humans I’ve ever met. Despite the obstacles PCS season continuously presents, I’ve carved out a civilian career as a Sen. Program Manager at Google, where I wield spreadsheets and presentation slides. I have an insatiable thirst for travel (I’m on 5 continents and 55+ countries) and I have a growing collection of epic experiences collected like postcards from all over the world.  In my downtime, you can find me curled up with a good historical fiction book or diving into one artistic pursuit or another (think less Picasso, and more "enthusiastic dabbler").  I strum my ukulele to clear my head, I sing Broadway hits in the shower, and I almost never pass an ice cream shop without buying a scoop - always in a cone, never in a cup, because I live dangerously. I’m well-acquainted with military life.  I was a military child, I served as a Navy Supply Officer for 10 years on Active Duty and then another 4+ in the Reserves, and I’ve been a military spouse for 12 years.  Military life is tough - I’ve laughed through the ups and cried through the downs, but in a military community like this one, I know we’ve all been there.  I’m excited to serve OSAY and be part of a community that helps us all navigate the complexities and sacrifices that come with supporting a loved one in uniform (because it definitely isn’t always ‘smooth sailing’). Treasurer - Tasha Mangano Hello! My family and I arrived in June 2023 and have been loving life in Japan. Admittedly, I have only been a military spouse for a couple of years. So I am still adjusting to and learning all about this overseas life! I have a very active one-and-a-half-year-old daughter who keeps me busy and I hope to be able to attend more events than I did last year (Two shouldn't be hard to beat, haha.) Before coming to Yokosuka, I worked in the defense industry as a director of operations and recently completed my Masters from Purdue. I am looking forward to a wonderful year of OSAY gatherings and supporting each other as we navigate this adventure. See you around! Communications: Lauren Claus I am a New Jersey native with a background in communication and e-commerce. After a career as a Social Media Producer for HP, I moved to Hawaii to work as the Marketing Director at San Lorenzo Bikinis and E-commerce and Marketing Specialist at Tori Richard. While in Hawaii I met my Husband, Louis. We got married in August 2023 and PCSed to Japan a couple of days later. You can find me on Ikego with my Golden-doodle Poi.  Membership- Kristin Royster My name is Kristin Royster and I am a mom of two, and artist/small business owner. I live on main base with my husband Sam, and our two daughters, Avery (2.5yrs) and Jordan (2mos). We have also lived in Hawaii, Monterey, San Diego, and Panama City. My favorite things to do with what little free time I have are arts & crafts, reading books, adventuring out in town, going to the gym, and hanging out with friends! Events Manager- Jaclyn Herrmann Hello everyone! I've had the pleasure of living in Japan as a civilian spouse for four years. Originally from Virginia, our time in Japan has been incredibly enriching. My professional background is in education, which has allowed me to navigate this experience with curiosity and adaptability. We have two wonderful kids, and as a swim and dance mom, I enjoy cheering them on in their activities. One thing I love about living overseas is immersing ourselves in the rich culture and traditions of Japan. My family travels every chance we get as we love new experiences. I am excited to contribute to OSAY by coordinating meaningful events, connecting with fellow spouses, and sharing our unique experiences of life abroad. Secretary - Alexis Cates Hello! I'm Alexis or you can call me Lex. I'm from Mississippi but my life has been revolving around the military lifestyle for about 10 years now. In those 10 years, I have moved about what feels like a million times. We have only ever been stationed in Charleston, SC and Yokosuka, Japan and I must say Yokosuka, Japan is the top pick for us. We were stationed here in 2016-2020 (our first time conquering a deployment) and we had our first child while we were here (great experience by the way). My daughter, Cecilia is five and my son, Sebastian is two. I am always eager to get out and see something new, so we love being here in Japan. I'm still trying to learn the ropes of exploring Japan with two littles but we will get there. My hobbies include reading, baking, going to the beach, and binge-watching almost anything on Netflix.  I am happy to have found OSAY because it is hard to get out there and find a community at a new duty station or just in a different stage of your life. They have made me feel welcome and I cannot wait to share the same with you all. I look forward to all of our events and getting to meet new friendly faces. Advisor - Pam Kacher I graduated from McDaniel College in 1991 with a degree in Business and Accounting.   Shortly after graduation, I married my high school sweetheart in Annapolis, MD, and during 33 years of marriage, we’ve moved 17 times.  I worked with mutual fund companies and as an accountant until becoming a mom. In 2001, just before a move,  I gave birth to premature twin daughters who spent 8 weeks in navy hospitals; they were airlifted from Balboa to Bethesda.   As a mom and moving frequently my professional life ebbed and flowed, I’ve worked as an MWR fitness instructor, a travel agent's assistant, and a bartender. I also keep busy volunteering and making crafts. I enjoy traveling and have taken advantage of visiting many countries while living overseas in Singapore, Belgium, & Japan.

Cheers to That: A Gameshow For All Of Your Navy Life Questions  11 March, 5:30pm, O'Club Bar Whether you've been in this life for a while, or you've just discovered we're called "dependents" on our IDs [shudder], navigating the Navy, especially overseas, can be a little overwhelming. Going through the first deployment, supporting your family and command as you transition to Department Head or Major Command, or trying to integrate your own career and aspirations with all of these transitions  (not to mention the all important: figuring out where to thrift in Yokosuka!)… There's always something to learn, and we're here to Cheers to That!  Please join us for a no-host happy hour as we pose our questions (Anonymously! Game show style!) to a panel of O spouse "experts," to make sure we get the most out of this Navy life. Expect real answers, lots of laughs, and appetizers on us. RSVP HERE https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/cheers-to-that-a-gameshow-for-all-of-your-navy-life-questions Japanese Cooking Class 18 March, 10:00, Sakura Heights Community Room Have you ever wondered how you’re going to live without konbini onigiri (or miso soup, or Japanese pickles…) when you return back to the states?  Join OSAY for a Japanese cooking class with Miki and you will leave with these impressive kitchen skills and more!  All cooking materials and instructions provided, just bring a notebook or phone to take down personalized tips, and prepare to dine on the dishes we prepare.  RSVP now to reserve your spot! RSVP HERE https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/japanese-cooking-class-1 Book Clubs Main Base, March 20 Ikego, March 26 Main Base RSVP https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/main-base-book-club-march Ikego RSVP https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/ikego-book-club-8 Letter from the (outgoing) President  Hello, OSAY!  As my time in Yokosuka comes quickly to a close (and as our OSAY year goes sprinting towards our final party in May) I want to thank you for your support, encouragement, and community this year. As a volunteer-led, non-profit organization, a spouse club is only what the spouses make of it, and OSAY is such a positive group of interesting, kind, adventurous spouses.  We have emphasized cultural events this year, allowing us to make friends and gain from our collective experience, as we check off our Japan bucket lists.  I’ve loved learning how fake sushi is made (so much glue!), designing and decorating my front door with the traditional Kadomatsu decorations, and pounding the daylights out of hot rice to make mochi.  We’ve had small book clubs, huge parties, learned how competitive you all are at games and trivia - and there is still so much more to come! Although I am sad to leave Yokosuka, I am leaving you in the best hands with your new President: Bri Ichull.  Not only has she been an active member of OSAY this past year, she also has experience serving as President of a spouse group.  She will be working alongside our new Treasurer, Mollie Morris, a CPA who is taking over for our current Treasurer, Tasha Mangano (also transferring this month!).  The Navy is full of schedule surprises, and Bri and Mollie’s willingness to step in to fill our vacant board positions is a great example of the resilience of our OSAY membership.  Please volunteer to serve on the 2025-2026 board!   With gratitude, Treloar Price Farewell from our President and Treasurer! We Need You! OSAY is a non-profit organization run exclusively by a board of volunteers. Please consider volunteering your time with us! Send OSAY a message for more information! Check out all of the current OSAY Board Member Bios here:   https://www.osayokosuka.com/post/meet-our-2024-2025-osay-board OSAY continues to welcome new members all year!   Membership form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqYiAGTiwOGB4YwOEcvV70wCiAQqgB1z0NVIlR_m_fpdrXOw/viewform Pay (Late-Bird!) dues: https://www.osayokosuka.com/plans-pricing Please complete your membership and join our 2024-2025 membership  group to be kept up to date on what's to come! OSAY 2024-2025 Membership Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/839791488077555/

February Updates: We have two hot-fills! Our President and Treasurer are both PCSing in March 2025.  Yes, you read that correctly: they leave the country next month.  These are no-gap positions as per our Bylaws, so please volunteer yourself and/or your friends TODAY to help us continue serving our Membership!   OSAY needs YOU to serve on the 25-26 Board!  All positions are open, as the 24-25 Board will be PCSing. Please send us an email at : osayokosuka@gmail.com to see how you can help.   February Events: Setsubun Festival Sunday, Feb 2, 2:30pm in Kamakura Have you seen all the beans and silly, red masks in the stores lately? Those are the essential items you need to celebrate the upcoming Japanese festival of Setsubun! Throwing the beans at the demon and shouting "Oni wa soto, fuku wa uchi" (Demons out, good fortune in) is fun for the whole family! There are many Setsubun festivals happening around the region this year, but a big event will be held at the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu (main shrine) in Kamakura on Sunday, February 2. Where: We'll meet up at Kamakura Station or you can feel free to venture out on your own. What to bring: You don't need the mask to participate, but feel free to pick up beans to bring with you at any local store, and OSAY will have some to hand out in case! RSVP here so we know to look for you: https://www.osayokosuka.com/so/46PIx2TOR?languageTag=en   Mochi Pounding Experience Saturday, Feb 22, 9:30-11:30, Family Friendly, Arranged Carpool Only The whole family is welcome to join us in this unforgettable cultural experience! Mochi is a sticky rice cake made by steaming glutinous rice called “Mochigome.” We will carpool off base to pound the Mochigome while it’s still hot (a bit of a race against time) to make the mochi.  Where: This is an off-base event located in an area with extremely limited (and pre-reserved) parking. Please sign up for an arranged carpool, details to come. What to wear : Warm clothes you don't mind getting a bit dirty - we will be pounding rice outside. Who can come: This event is ex clusive to OSAY Members and immediate family members.  Limited spots available. RSVP Here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/mochi-pounding Main Base Book Club Tues, Feb 11 - 64 Sakura Heights Join us for the Main Base Book Club on Tuesday, February 11th at 64 Sakura Heights from 8-10 p.m. Please join us if you haven't read the book and also if you have! Please join us if you don't feel like bringing anything or bring a beverage of your choice to share. A light snack and community will be provided. We can't wait to see you there! RSVP HERE: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/main-base-book-club-1-2 Ikego Book Club Thurs, Feb 27 - Location TBD RSVP Here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/ikego-book-club-7 We Need You! OSAY is a non-profit organization run exclusively by a board of volunteers. Please consider volunteering your time with us! Send OSAY a message for more information! Check out all of the current OSAY Board Member Bios here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/post/meet-our-2024-2025-osay-board OSAY continues to welcome new members all year! Membership form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqYiAGTiwOGB4YwOEcvV70wCiAQqgB1z0NVIlR_m_fpdrXOw/viewform Pay (Late-Bird!) dues: https://www.osayokosuka.com/plans-pricing Please complete your membership and join our 2024-2025 membership group to be kept up to date on what's to come! OSAY 2024-2025 Membership Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/839791488077555/

OSAY is taking a short break… …but our members don’t have to! Here are some great events happening locally during the month of January. Please check for local date/times, as some of this information has not been updated yet for 2025: Observing the New Year’s Day Sunrise: https://www.guidoor.jp/yokosuka/new-and-now/best-spots-in-yokosuka-first-sunrise/   Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage: https://fareastfurqans.com/2024/03/14/seven-lucky-gods-shichifukujin/   Japanese New Year’s Bonfires (please note: this article contains last year’s dates and times): https://www.guidoor.jp/yokosuka/new-and-now/japanese-new-year-tradition-bonfires-yokosuka/ About the event Thu, Jan 16 - 64 Sakura Heights Join us for the Main Base Book Club, 8-10pm. This month’s book is “The Rewind” by Allison Winn Scotch. Please join us if you haven’t read the book, and also if you have! Please join us if you don’t feel like bringing anything, or bring a beverage of your choice to share. A light snack and community will be provided. We can’t wait to see you there!

December Events: Kadomatsu & Shimekazari Making Tues, Dec 03 - Off Base (Arranged Carpool Only) 9:30-11:30am OSAY is kicking off the holiday season with a unique cultural event! Kadomatsu is a traditional Japanese New Year decoration featuring bamboo, pine, and plum branches symbolizing longevity, prosperity, and steadfastness. This seasonal decoration is placed at the entrances of doors or buildings to invite good fortune into the space.  In mid-January, local neighborhoods will host an outdoor ceremony where the kadomatsu and other decorations are stacked up in a pyramid-like shape and are set on fire. Mochi rice cakes are then roasted on this fire, and often oranges  and sake are passed around to celebrate good health in the New Year. This event is exclusive to OSAY Members. What to wear: Warm clothes you don't mind getting a bit dirty - we will be creating outside. RSVP HERE: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/kadomatsu-and-shimekazari-wreath-making Main Base Book Club Thu, Dec 12 - 64 Sakura Heights Join us for the Main Base Book Club on December 12th at 64 Sakura Heights from 8-10 p.m. This month's book is ‘The Gods of the Woods’ by Liz Moore. Please join us if you haven't read the book and also if you have! Please join us if you don't feel like bringing anything or bring a beverage of your choice to share. A light snack and community will be provided. We can't wait to see you there! RSVP HERE: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/main-base-book-club-6 Ornament Exchange & Brunch Mon, December 16, 10:30am - Kacher Residence, 18 Halsey We have been invited to host the OSAY Holiday Ornament Exchange and Brunch in the gorgeous home of Mrs. Pam Kacher, spouse of the Seventh Fleet Commander!  This event is exclusive to OSAY Members and Prospective OSAY Members for an additional fee. ‘Tis the season to invite your OSAY eligible spouse friends to join OSAY! Please bring a wrapped ornament and prepare to brunch together in style. RSVP Here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/osay-annual-ornament-exchange December Updates: OSAY is thrilled to welcome Meghan Wilkens to the Executive Board as the OSAY Vice President!  OSAY General Membership voted unanimously in favor in the first week of November’s election, and we hope you’ll give her a warm welcome as she transitions from General Member to Executive Board VP!  Check out all of the OSAY Board Member Bios here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/post/meet-our-2024-2025-osay-board We Need You! OSAY is a non-profit organization run exclusively by a board of volunteers. While the election of our VP has filled our Executive Board positions, we still need members to volunteer at our planned events in order for OSAY to run smoothly!  Please consider volunteering your time with us! Send OSAY a message for more information! OSAY continues to welcome new members all year! Membership form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqYiAGTiwOGB4YwOEcvV70wCiAQqgB1z0NVIlR_m_fpdrXOw/viewform Pay dues: https://www.osayokosuka.com/plans-pricing Please complete your membership and join our 2024-2025 membership group to be kept up to date on what's to come! OSAY 2024-2025 Membership Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/839791488077555/

September Events: Welcome Brunch Thu, Sep 05 - Tsubaki Heights - Main Base Welcome new members, and reconnect with returning members! Please join us for a welcome brunch at the Tsubaki Heights community room on Thursday, September 5th at 9:30 am. This event is open to new, returning, and potential members. We will offer light appetizers and drinks, as well as raffles and a coloring station for children.  RSVP HERE: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/welcome-brunch Main Base Book Club Thu, Sep 12 - 64 Sakura Heights Join us for the Main Base Book Club on September 12th at 64 Sakura Heights from 8-10 p.m. This month's book is ‘First Lie Wins’ by Ashley Elston. Please join us if you haven't read the book and also if you have! Please join us if you don't feel like bringing anything or a beverage of your choice to share. A light snack and community will be provided. We can't wait to see you there! RSVP HERE: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/main-base-book-club-5 Welcome Party Sep 21, 2024 - Yokosuka Officer's Club OSAY is ready to start the year with a bang! All members are welcome to celebrate the new year on the second floor of the Officers' Club Yokosuka on Main Base. Appetizers will be provided. Drinks and additional food will be available for purchase. We hope to see you for a night of fun, games, dancing, eating, drinking & laughter! Cheers to a great year ahead!  One FREE drink or extra raffle ticket if you bring a qualified friend! RSVP Here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/welcome-party September Updates: Early bird membership will be available until September 30th. General membership will begin on October 1st. To receive the early bird discount, please fill out the membership form and pay dues before September 30th. Membership form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqYiAGTiwOGB4YwOEcvV70wCiAQqgB1z0NVIlR_m_fpdrXOw/viewform Pay dues: https://www.osayokosuka.com/plans-pricing Our private 2023-2024 membership Facebook group will be disabled on October 1st. Please complete your membership and join our 2024-2025 membership group to be kept up to date on what's to come! OSAY 2024-2025 Membership Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/839791488077555/

Time & Location Apr 03, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 9 Halsey Avenue About the event Join OSAY for a spring coffee and yukata dressing event. Learn the traditional art of yukata dressing and have your professional photo taken with the beautiful blooming sakura as a backdrop! Coffee and light snacks will be provided. If you'd like to bring a brunch dish to share, please sign up using the SignUp Genius link.   Our Japanese instructors will have yukata, obi, and other items available for purchase. Please be prepared to pay via NavyFed, PayPal, Square, and USD. Parking is limited along Halsey Avenue.  Please wear tanks and yoga pants for easy yukata dressing.  Parking is limited along Halsey Avenue. We recommend carpooling, walking, or parking in the 12-hour lots near Main Gate. The event will be held at 9 Halsey Avenue. This free event is open to adult members only. Time & Location Apr 05, 2024, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM Yokosuka, Nagai, Yokosuka, Kanagawa 238-0316, Japan About the event Spring has sprung! Come enjoy the outdoor wonderland that is Soleil Hill. There are activities for all ages including ziplines, playgrounds, gardens, and even a train. There is food on site, but just in case bring a snack and beverage for your crew. Parking is available onsite and it is also accessible via public transit. More information can be found at their website, https://soleil-park.jp/ If taking the train: From Misakiguchi Station on the Keikyu Line, take the Keikyu Bus bound for "Soleil Hill" (approx. 20 minutes) or the bus bound for "Arasaki" and get off at "Urushiyama" (10 to 15 minutes walk). Time & Location Apr 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM 63 Nara Heights About the event Please join us at 63 Nara Heights (Erika's House) from 8- 10 p.m. Please feel free to come even if you're a little late or haven't finished (or, ahem, read) the book! We will be wrapping up our meet and greet portion and launching into a discussion of the book starting at 8 p.m.  This month we will be reading 'Crying in H Mart' by Michelle Zauner. We will provide a light snack. Please BYOB! Time & Location Apr 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Shasui Falls, Shasui Falls, Hirayama, Yamakita, Ashigarakami District, Kanagawa 258-0114, Japan About the event A weekend hike, yay! Enjoy one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan as we hike up to Shasui Falls in western Kanagawa. This hike is all ages friendly AND stroller friendly (dirt path). Bring the whole family and enjoy the natural beauty of Yamakita. Pack snacks and beverages. Free parking is available and the trail is accessible from Yamakita station. After the hike, you can explore nearby Saisho-ji temple and Kawamura Castle Historical Park with 1000-year-old castle ruins! This event is family-friendly.

Main Base Book Club Time & Location May 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM 14 Vandergrift (Main Base) About the event Join us for the last book club of the season. We will be reading "The Women" by Kristen Hannah. This month we will be meeting aty at Cherise Menard's home at 14 Vandergrift, Main Base. RSVP here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/main-base-book-club-4 Fill Your Cup: Professional Development Workshop and Coffee Time & Location May 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:20 PM Tsubaki Heights About the event You've heard the phrase: "Don't pour from an empty cup." So make time to pour into yourself and join us for OSAY's final coffee of the 2023-2024 season. We will host a panel of spouses who've navigated their careers alongside Navy life and breakout into smaller groups for more intimate discussions. Panelists: Stephanie DeLeo Katie Kortman Emily McIlvaine Meghan Wilken Topics we will cover: Making remote work work for you Flexing your career around Navy life Entrepreneurship and CFAY home business processes Staying connected to your industry during a career gap Translating volunteer experience onto your resume Headshots will be available for purchase by Kate Morse through Jae Photography. For scheduling and payment, please click here: https://jaephotography1.pixieset.com/booking/osay-headshots. Coffee and light snacks will be provided. RSVP by May 20 This event is free for members; $10 for Non-Members. Adults Only, Babes in Arms (6 months and younger) RSVP here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/fill-your-cup-osays-professional-development-workshop-and-coffee Back to the 80s: OSAY Trivia Night Time & Location May 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Chili's Bar & Grill, 1 Tomarichō, Yokosuka, Kanagawa 238-0001, Japan About the event The last trivia night of the year! Join OSAY for three rounds of 80s trivia for a chance to win some totally tubular prizes. Costumes are welcome, but not required. Please remember teams of four are encouraged! Adults Only: $5 Members $10 NonMembers RSVP here: https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/back-to-the-80s-osay-trivia-night OSAY Soiree Time & Location Jun 01, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 18 Halsey, Main Base About the event Join us as we toast another successful year of OSAY! Dress to impress and come ready to mix, mingle, and walk away with some fabulous door prizes. Light appetizers, dessert, and a signature cocktail will be provided. If you'd like to bring something to share, please signup through our link. Parking is limited, so we recommend taking a taxi or carpooling to the event. Adults members only. RSVP here:https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/osay-soiree https://www.osayokosuka.com/event-details/osay-soiree Sign up to bring something here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084CA9A62DABFA7-49646355-coffee#/