(Photo by Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs)
Yokota Air Base – The Yokota Exchange is going purple for Purple Up Day.
On April 11th from 1000-1400, the Exchange will be hosting a Mario Brothers themed Scavenger Hunt, Brat Patch and Goodie Bags Giveaway, Stamp Rally, Koopa Kart Balloon Battle and Mario Kart World Gaming Tournament!
Purple Up Day, typically observed annually on April 15 by wearing purple, was established by the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension Military Youth and Family program to honor military children for each branch.
Since then, organizations and governmental agencies have adopted the observance to provide the children of our Nation’s heroes with a specialized day of support globally.
“The Yokota Exchange stands in solidarity with the courageous and selfless children who come through our stores each day,” said Yokota Exchange General Manager Andrew Defelice. “The sacrifices asked of them are unique, and the experiences they navigate are unlike those faced by any other group.”
Preregistration for events is not required. Military families can contact the Yokota Exchange, visit the community Hub or follow the Yokota Exchange Facebook or Instagram for more information regarding events.
