Herald Union, Dec 4, 2014

Inside

Housing winners

Residents honored during Fall Cleanup “Best Building” contest.

See page 8.

Volleyball showdown

Market magic

Join the locals for traditional treats during the holiday season. See pages 16 and 17.

Teams converge on Wiesbaden for Europe-wide showdown. See page 13.

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Wiesbaden: Your home in Germany

Dec. 4, 2014

Celebrating a partnership

Landeskommando Hessen, garrison make it formal during joint ceremony

By Karl Weisel

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office

Photo by Karl Weisel

Serving those who serve on Thanksgiving U.S. military and German Bundeswehr officers and NCOs serve community members on Thanksgiving at the Strong Teams Cafe. See page 6 for a behind-the-scenes look at the hardworking dining facility staff and what it takes to put on the traditional holiday meal.

Emergency numbers to change New single number will replace several with new year The U.S. Army in Europe plans to change the on-post emergency dialing number on all USAREUR installations to 112 starting Jan. 1.

“Installations are switching to a single number to better align with standard emergency numbers throughout the European Union and U.S. Air Force installations in Europe,” said Carol Fontanese, Installation Management Command-Europe safety officer. “The difference in emergency numbers raises the probability that, in the event of an emergency on a USAREUR installation, individuals may dial the wrong number

due to confusion over the correct number resulting in a delay in response by emergency services.

“Whether you are on post or off post using a commercial telephone, or the Defense Switched Network, dialing 112 will connect you with emergency services personnel,” said Fontanese.

“The bottom line to this change is that we want to ensure all Army in Europe personnel will always reach emergency dispatch services when they need it without having to know the different numbers that have to be dialed when calling from a DSN, mobile or com-

German and American Soldiers packed Wiesbaden’s Community Activity Center Nov. 25 to mark the establishment of a formal partnership between the Landeskommando Hessen and U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden.

While in the past German and American unit partnerships were common, said Brig. Gen. Eckart Klink, Landeskommando Hessen commander, this changed with the drawdown of forces following the Cold War’s conclusion.

“Since a bulk of the allied forces has left Ger-

many for good, beginning in the second half of the ‘90s, and the Bundeswehr has been reduced to almost one third of its former strength, most of the affiliations have come to an end — all the more remarkable that a new affiliation could be established today,” he said.

The German general said partnerships were and continue to be vital “to support the understanding among both nations and to foster the solidarity between German and foreign Soldiers.”

Klink also pointed to the pivotal role Wiesbaden has played in welSee Celebrating a partnership on page 5

mercial phone,” said Charles Day, IMCOM Europe assistant chief of staff, G-6. “The old emergency numbers, 114, 116 and 117, only worked from mobile or commercial phones when using the correct German area code and prefix. Now the only number personnel have to remember is 112, regardless of the phone or location within the European Union.”

Dialing 112 from a DSN phone will connect a caller with on-post emergency services, while dialing 112 from a commercial line will connect a caller with host nation Photo by Karl Weisel emergency services.

Brig. Gen. Eckart Klink (center), commander of “In many cases, off-post emer- the Landeskommando Hessen; Col. Mary MarSee Emergency on page 5 tin (second from right), U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden commander; and fellow German and U.S. Soldiers render honors during the presentation of the colors.

Feedback: Holiday gifts discussed ... pages 2 and 16

Commentary What's the best and worst Feedback: gift you ever received?

Sgt. 1st Class Michael Roller U.S. Army Europe “I would say that the best was a dog when I was 10 years old. The worst was a gift that was meant to be a birthday gift because my birthday is the day after Christmas. ... I think it was a toy truck from my grandma.”

1st Sgt. Ryan Brodin 1st Battalion, 214th Aviation Regiment “There were no gifts, but I got to come home for Christmas after nine months on deployment. I was 16 years old and I got a teal blue track suit from my grandma — unacceptable for any teenager.”

Rita Del Grosso 1st Military Intelligence Battalion “The best is to be with my sons and family because we’re not always on the same continent. For me, there is no such thing as a ‘worst’ gift, because any gift has a thought behind it.”

Maria Diaz Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation “I can definitely tell you the worst was household cleaning items. The best was being able to bring my sons home for Christmas.”

Sgt. Daniel Cole U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs “The best was a plane ticket home. The worst was nothing.”

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‘It’s great to be on the USAREUR team’

By Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges

Commander of U.S. Army Europe

I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to join the tremendous Soldiers, civilians, families and host nation allies here at U.S. Army Europe.

I was first stationed in Germany as a young first lieutenant in 1983 with the 2nd Armored Division (Forward) in Garlstedt.

I remember one day there was a lot of commotion in the company area when we heard the

commanding general of USAREUR, Gen. Glen K. Otis, was coming to visit us. I thought that Lt. Gen. Ben was really Hodges cool, and then I asked my company commander, “Sir, what is USAREUR.” Now, I am very certain that USAREUR, along with our joint teammates, is the manifestation of the United States’ commitment to the most powerful al-

liance in history, NATO. Coming from NATO Allied Land Command in Izmir, Turkey, I have seen firsthand how USAREUR uses its exceptional capacity and maintains a responsive force posture and effective network of installations and capabilities to protect U.S. interests and those of our allies.

This is a pivotal time in the history of USAREUR and NATO. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and the Iron CurSee Freedom 6 Sends on page 5

informed about and engaged with one another.

Thanks to the Department of Defense, this humble scribe has had the opportunity to go where Soldiers go — to Grafenwőhr, Kosovo, Iraq, Macedonia, Kuwait — to share in the lives of families celebrating homecomings after lengthy deployments, to tell the stories of former Vietnam War veterans who endured years of captivity as prisoners of war, to get to know some of the heroes of the Berlin Airlift and former Soldiers who first fought their way into Germany as liberators during World II, and to help showcase the rich diversity of people young and old, American and host nation, who comprise the readerships of such publications as the Frankfurt Chronicle, Herald Union, and Soldiers and EurArmy magazines. The job has also provided a chance to help mentor young communicators and to watch as they proceeded to excel in careers inside and outside of the federal workforce.

As my dad liked to say — “How do you get to Carnegie Hall? You practice, practice, practice.” Editing military newspapers and magazines has been a labor of love and provided the ideal working

laboratory — tens of thousands of hours, mostly under the pressure of a deadline, to become a better writer, photographer, listener, graphic designer and to work on improving a host of other personal and professional skills. And the great thing — it came with a paycheck and a pension.

It’s been a great ride.

Thanks to those who helped keep me pointed in the right direction — my parents who set the example, opened my eyes to the limitless possibilities in life, to shun intolerance and mediocrity, and insisted I learn to become a halfway decent proofreader — to retired Sgt. Maj. Gary Beylickjian, a Korean War veteran and dedicated newspaperman who offered uncensored criticism and guidance over the years while demanding excellence in the profession, to fellow staffers who challenged me to work as hard as them and kept me laughing in the process, and to all those who shared their lives while traveling down a similar path for a spell.

But most of all — thanks to everyone who let me tell his or her story in the pages of this and other U.S. Army publications.

It has been a much appreciated gift and a distinct pleasure.

Editor says thanks for a great ride Commentary by Karl Weisel

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office

It’s time to put down the old editor’s pencil and to pack it, and a shoebox full of other rarely used tools including a proportion wheel, line gauge, lupe and display type estimator, away for future generations to puzzle over.

Like the newspaper business that has been teetering on the edge of obsolescence for years, this longtime editor has reached his shelf life — time to move on to new challenges, courtesy of the Installation Management Command’s five-year overseas rotation rule. Fortunately for this federal employee, retirement is the golden parachute.

It has been an honor and a privilege to serve Army Public Affairs for more than three decades. A non-stop growth experience, the job has provided the opportunity to continuously expand horizons, to hone old crafts and learn new skills, to encounter captivating individuals, to work with inspiring leaders and comrades, and to help provide credible and reliable platforms for those inside and outside the communities of U.S. Army Europe to stay

Command and newspaper staff

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News and commentary News flash New AER application for devices

Soldiers and families can now get around-theclock access to Army Emergency Relief information thanks to a new AER application for smart phones. The application is available for both iPhones and Android devices at the Apple app store and Google Play. Soldiers can go to their respective app store and download the AER app for free (enter “Army Emergency Relief” in the search field). The app provides basic information on AER, frequently asked questions and more.

Polizei Orchestra Concert Dec. 9

The Rhein Main Area USOs host a special free holiday concert by the Landespolizeiorchester Hessen Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hainerberg Chapel.

A coffee and cake reception will be held in the Fellowship Hall of the chapel after the concert.

Holiday closings

The Directorate of Public Works’ Housing Customer Service Branch (located in Building 1023W on Clay Kaserne) will close at 11:30 a.m.

Dec. 19 for a holiday celebration. The Wiesbaden Dental Clinic will be closed for the holidays on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2. The following offices will be closed for the holidays Dec. 19 from noon to 4 p.m. and all day Dec. 24-26, 31 and Jan. 2: Driver’s Training and Testing, Transportation Motor Pool, Installation Property Book Office, Central Issue Facility, Personal Property Processing Office and Privately Owned Vehicle Inspection Point.

Rules for holiday shopping

People often ask about the rules for giving gifts to host nation friends. According to Army Regulation 550-175, authorized personnel may give gifts to unauthorized personnel without customs clearance provided the gifts are: * For personal or domestic use or consumption and in noncommercial quantities; * Not purchased from a Defense Commissary Agency facility; * Not official-issue military clothing items; * For an occasion where gifts are customarily exchanged (birthdays, religious holidays, engagements, farewells). Purchases given regularly or in lieu of payment for services are not gifts. Authorized gifts may not exceed the indicated quantities for the following items: * Coffee — 500 grams (about 17.6 ounces) or 125 grams of coffee extract; Spirits – one bottle not to exceed 1.2 liters (about 1.3 quarts); Tobacco products — 25 cigarettes or 10 cigars, or 60 grams (about 2.1 ounces) of smoking tobacco. (Courtesy of James Stammerjohan, Wiesbaden Customs Office)

Extended post office hours

The Wiesbaden Postal Service Center will has extended hours through Jan. 3. During that time the Army Post Office will be open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. The package pickup window will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. Both the APO and package pickup window will also be open on Saturdays (Dec. 6, 13 and 20) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The facility will be closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.

Learning to save lives

Photo by Shayna Brouker

Members of the 529th Military Police Company, 1-214th Aviation Regiment, 5th Signal Command and U.S. Army Europe work to apply a tourniquet to a “wounded” Soldier during the trauma lane portion of the Combat Lifesaving Course. The four-day course is conducted by the 529th Military Police Company for all units quarterly.

Letters to the editor Editor’s note: We received two emails from readers who took exception with our coverage of a USOsponsored visit by author Debbie Fink and her book “Little C.H.A.M.P.S.” Carol Meder commented: Please do more research when writing about military brats. We are brats, not champs. We are offended by the Finks and how they are trying to change our identity. They have no military affiliation and no firsthand experience when it comes to the life of a brat. They are trying to give us a politically correct name. Let’s look at the acronym C.H.A.M.P.S. — Children Heroes Attached to Military Personnel.

We are/were children born/raised in military families.

About the only thing they did get right. Next they want us to think we are heroes. Talk to any military brat and he/she will tell you who his or her hero is; it is their mom/dad or both who are/did serve our country in one or more of our military branches. There are brats who have become heroes, they have followed in their parents footsteps and have served our country proudly.

Talk to any of them and they will tell you they were a BRAT first. Attached tends to imply that we can detach from our families. I promise you we cannot and will not detach from our families. Military personnel, yes our parent(s) serve(d) in the military. We in no way thought of them as military personnel, they are/were our parents. We call them mom and dad and not by their rank. They taught us to be respectful of our country, flag and other people. We represented our country in other countries. Yes we move(d) frequently. We adapted to each of the locations we were sent to. It is our way of life. We planted our temporary roots and were always ready to move to the next location. Please know that this article along with the work of these self-proclaimed specialists on what it is like to be a military brat are offensive to us. We are strong and resilient. Once a brat always a brat. It is our heritage; don’t try to change us.

Cyndi Ross wrote: It has come to my attention

and that of the BRAT community that a book has been written by Debbie and Jennifer Fink that is called “Little C.H.A.M.P.s.” They claim that brat is a derogatory title that needs to be overthrown and that C.H.A.M.P. (Child Hero Attached to Military Personnel) is more acceptable. We as a community, beg to differ. I am honored to be an Army brat. The Finks are not military brats, nor have they served in the military. While we support the idea that military children need a strong support system and more understanding, to completely change what we are called (into a name the publishing company they own holds the registered trademark on and profit off of) is not OK. Perhaps what the Finks should have done was focus on educating through their book about the honor, integrity and values that we as brats are taught and what the title brat really stands for. BRATs know it as: * Boldness — To bravely go where others dare not.* Responsibility — to live in service and honor of God, family and country. * Adaptability — to be at home anywhere. * Tolerance — to love and respect all mankind. We are not heroes … our parents who serve are the heroes. We are united by our upbringing and we are a family that shares a bond that no one who has not experienced living this life could fathom. We bleed red, white and blue and we love this country and all that it stands for. Being a hero is something that one earns. It is a title of respect and honor. To label a child who is a military dependent a hero, has the potential of a two-fold repercussion.

The first being that it dilutes and makes the word hero something that is commonplace instead of someone to be respected, revered and looked up to. The second is that it fosters yet another layer of entitlement and ego-driven separation. Please support us in bringing more awareness to this issue and help us ensure that all brats understand they are part of an extended family that has a legacy and heritage that is hundreds of years strong.

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News and features From the blotter Compiled by the U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Directorate of Emergency Services

Nov. 15 Forgery: A family member is being charged with forgery of a military ID card.

Larceny: A family member is charged with larceny of private property and civilian misconduct.

Nov. 16 Assault: A civilian employee is being charged with simple assault and domestic violence.

Nov. 17 Traffic accident: A civilian employee is being charged with a traffic accident improper backing.

Failure to obey order or regulation: A civilian employee is being charged with failure to obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.

Nov. 18 Failure to obey order or regulation: An officer is being charged with failure to obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.

Failure to obey order or regulation: A civilian employee is being charged with failure to obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.

Failure to obey order or regulation: A noncommissioned officer is being charged with failure to obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.

Unlawful Entry: Two family members are being charged with unlawful entry and civilian misconduct.

Nov. 19 Traffic accident: A civilian employee is being charged with a traffic accident improper backing.

Nov. 20 Failure to obey order or regulation: A civilian employee is being charged with failure to obey order or regulation owning an unregistered vehicle.

Safety break offers tips to help ‘Ready ... or Not?’: locals make it through winter Story and photo by Chrystal Smith

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office

With every season comes a change and celebration.

Amid such seasonal change and festivities also comes a set of specific risks.

So with winter fast approaching, safety officials took time Nov. 19 to talk to Soldiers and civilian employees about staying safe through the season.

“We were just trying to open people’s minds on the special hazards of the season and what they should be aware of,” said Roland Geib, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Safety Office, adding that anyone stationed here has a wide variety of unique hazards to keep in mind — black ice, hot mulled wines and clearing cars of snow and ice, to name a few.

In keeping with the Army Safety campaign, “Ready … or Not?” the safety stand-down event focused on the increased hazards associated with the winter and holiday season and prevention information. The overall agenda included a number of topics related to risks that one would likely encounter between December and March.

Geib reminded those in attendance of the general hazards associated with Christmas trees and other holiday decorations, space heaters, holiday cooking techniques, winter driving, shopping security, using escalators, hosting holiday parties and designated drivers.

“With winter snow and ice expected, winter driving is a major concern,” said Charles Bowring, USAG Wiesbaden Safety Office, who added that drivers should keep in mind things such as

Capt. Danielle Pappas, Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden, points out the type of alcoholic beverage she might drink to Mark Kim, prevention counselor, if she were engaging in drinking to provide sample statistics for the Intoxiclock demonstration during the Winter Safety Stand-down Day Nov. 19 at the Tony Bass Auditorium. reduced visibility and freezing.

A representative from the Wiesbaden Health Clinic was on hand to remind members of possible cold weather injuries — hypothermia, chilblain, frostbite and trench foot — that could happen from too much exposure to cold temperatures or being improperly dressed for the weather.

“Get out of the cold,” said Sgt. John Hampton, who gave unit commanders and Soldiers simple prevention advice for if the performance of outside activities cause injury. He added that following tips such as using the buddy system or a cold injury control officer, avoiding immobility, monitoring exposure time, and avoiding alcohol,

Nov. 22 Drunk Driving: A Soldier is being charged with drunken driving, failure to maintain control and damage to property.

Nov. 26 Traffic accident: A civilian employee is being charge with a traffic accident failed to yield the right of way causing property damage.

Traffic accident: A Soldier is being charged with a traffic accident improper backing causing property damage.

Nov. 27 Traffic accident: A civilian employee is being charged with a traffic accident: Inattentive driving resulting in damage to property.

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Soldiers watch various safety videos presented during the breaks at the Winter Safety Standdown Day Nov. 19 at the Tony Bass Auditorium.

caffeine and tobacco can prevent cold weather injuries.

An Army Substance Abuse Program representative was also present to talk about responsible drinking and to define what that means. “‘Drink responsibly,’ what does that actually mean to you as an individual,” said Mark Kim, ASAP prevention coordinator, before explaining that size, weight, gender and even race play a role in how one should self-regulate drinking limits for the sake of safety.

Kim recommended the “0-1-2-3” alcohol model to those attending as a simple means of help with selfregulation and using alcohol in a safe manner. He also used an interactive tool, Intoxiclock, to better educate the audience about impairment and blood alcohol concentration. The tool allowed him to input data from two participants whereby the audience could see the assumed BAC level and the time it would take the subjects to metabolize the alcohol and return to a state of sobriety on the screen.

The safety team also used videos to supplement the training and emphasize other messages such as attentive driving, seat belt safety and obeying posted speed limits and traffic signs that are relevant year-round.

The community can look forward to another safety training opportunity Dec. 16 when 5th Signal Command will host the Wiesbaden Winter Safety Showdown in the Tony Bass Multi-Use Center from 9-11 a.m.

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Celebrating a partnership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Continued from page 1 coming both the headquarters of U.S. Army Europe and the Bundeswehr’s state headquarters. “This is the place that unites us,” he said. … “We are proud to have the headquarters of U.S. Army Europe here in Wiesbaden.”

“Over a year ago Brig. Gen. Klink approached us with the great idea of establishing a formal partnership relationship between the Landeskommando Hessen and the U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden,” said Col. Mary Martin, USAG Wiesbaden commander. “We were already doing a number of things together in the planning and training realm, as well as team-building events, so we welcomed the proposal.”

Although structured differently and having different missions, both units play crucial roles in civil-military cooperation, Martin said.

“The Landeskommando Hessen serves as the central point of contact for the state of Hessen in all territorial tasks related to civil-military cooperation, to include coordinating military assistance

to the state in the event of natural disasters or other emergencies,” said Martin.

“The Landeskommando, therefore, is our essential host nation partner for a wide range of critical, cooperative activities, to include host nation support, civil-military cooperation, interface with German Armed Forces Regional and District Liaison Teams, and disaster and/or crisis response support.”

Both commanders said they are looking forward to many joint activities in the future.

“We pledge … that this relationship will not be merely symbolized by today’s exchange of paper certificates, but by a meaningful association characterized by real exchanges in ideas and experiences, and above all, in true camaraderie and soldierly friendship,” Martin said.

Members of the Bundeswehr’s Herresmusikkorps Kassel and the U.S. Army Europe Brass Sextet perform “Alte Komeraden” (“Old Comrades”) together during the ceremony. Photo right: The Color Guard removes the colors at the conclusion.

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Continued from page 2 tain. We face a resurgent Russia that has illegally annexed Crimea and which threatens our friends and allies. It will require a trained, ready and resilient USAREUR, as part of a joint team and a reinvigorated alliance, to assure our allies and deter Russia from further encroachment.

USAREUR’s contribution to the success of U.S. European Command and our alliance will be based on three enduring priorities: leader development, readiness, and enabling the alliance and our partners.

Positive, adaptive leadership can solve any problem and accomplish any mission. I believe that USAREUR is the leadership laboratory for the Army as we have the unique advantage of working side-byside with our allies and partners every day. This emphasis on leader development will also ensure that we have an environment in our formations where every man and woman feels valued, empowered and confident in their fellow Soldiers and civilians.

Readiness to perform any mission is why we are forward-

stationed in Europe. Though we make up only 5 percent of the Army’s manpower, USAREUR touches or is involved in most of what the U.S. Army delivers in terms of strategic effect.

USAREUR will continue to be ready, reliable and forward stationed to underwrite the guarantee of collective defense, our Article 5 obligation of an attack on one is an attack on all. We’ve been here for 65 years doing just that, and we will continue to be prepared to win in a complex world.

I consider it an honor and

privilege to lead this historic Team and look forward to seeing you all in your formations

and communities throughout Europe.

Strong Soldiers, Strong Teams.

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Continued from page 1 gency services personnel will be able to communicate in English,” said Kerstin Kling, IMCOM-Europe host nation advisor. “If they are not able to communicate in English, from a commercial telephone line, you can dial the civilian to military dial prefix for your area followed by 112 to connect with U.S. military emergency services.”

Civilian to military dial prefixes can be found at the Defense Information Systems Agency website at http://go.usa.gov/s5m9.

USAREUR installations currently use three separate numbers for police, medical and fire services.

“Garrisons that have split dispatch operations between law enforcement and fire/medical emergencies will use 110 for law enforcement emergencies if procedures cannot be established to fully support the single 112 emergency number,” said Lt. Col. George Brown, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz director of Emergency Services.

“The previous emergency numbers will remain in operation indefinitely to minimize the risk throughout the transition,” said Brown.

For more information contact your garrison Directorate of Emergency Services. (Courtesy of Installation Management Command-Europe Public Affairs)

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Serving those who serve U.S., German Soldiers team up with Strong Teams Cafe staff for Thanksgiving feast Story and photos by Karl Weisel

Brig. Gen. John Hort (center), U.S. Army Europe’s G3 deputy chief of staff, Operations, and fellow officers and senior NCOs serve diners at the Strong Teams Cafe on Thanksgiving.

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working for 18 hours a day for about two weeks.” ays before the first guests arrived The hard work and dedication comes at the Strong Teams Cafe for to a climax hours before the dining Thanksgiving, the men and women facility opens on Thanksgiving with who put it all together were hard the entire staff pitching in to make at work creating fanciful cakes, ice adjustments to the decorations, ironing sculptures and other components for kitchen whites, getting the roasts ready the traditional feast. to be served and doing any of the other “We start prepping for Thanksgiving hundreds of last-minute chores required the day after Thanksgiving [the year to ensure a satisfying dining experience. before],” said Sgt. 1st Class Daniel “There are high expectations,” said McGowan, senior food operations ser- Josip Gobric as he sliced ham in the geant, saying that things really heat up kitchen hours before serving time. “It’s in the weeks before the holiday. “The a big challenge preparing for 1,500 staff comes in to do their regular shift people on Thanksgiving. It’s demand- Families celebrate Thanksgiving together by sharing in the traditional and then stays longer — sometimes ing, but it’s all good if it means bringing meal at the Strong Teams Cafe Nov. 27. happiness to our customers. clared a national holiday by President “Outside this gate, it’s the dedication of these Soldiers.”

Abraham Lincoln, Hort said, “ThanksAs the first guests lined up to enter not Thanksgiving,” Gobric the dining facility, men and women giving is truly a very unique American added. “People come here to in dress uniforms arrived to take their holiday.” enjoy some happiness.”

Before cutting a ceremonial cake places behind the serving line. As part “I got about four hours of the annual tradition, officers and to mark the occasion, the USAREUR sleep last night,” said Staff senior noncommissioned officers of the general asked everyone present to reSgt. Shawn Shannon, dining Bundeswehr’s Landeskommando Hes- member those serving in harm’s way in facility manager. “I could sen joined their U.S. such places as Afhave used a few more hours.” counterparts to dish t’s demanding, but ghanistan and Iraq Like fellow members of the up heaping helpings it’s all good if it means — and wherever staff, Shannon said putting in of the holiday fare bringing happiness to USAREUR Solthe extra hours is worth it if for local service diers are serving our customers.” community members leave the members, civilians to include Estonia Strong Teams Cafe well fed and their families. and Africa. “It’s important to remember and full of the holiday spirit.

“When was the first Thanksgiving?” those not with us today.”

“To see the morale of the asked Brig Gen. John Hort, U.S. Army Members of the Rhein Main USO community is a blessing,” Europe’s G3 deputy chief of staff, Op- were on hand to make the holiday even said McGowan. “Giving back erations, while welcoming patrons for brighter for more than 100 diners as is better than to receive. To the holiday meal. “Almost 400 years they handed out 130 vouchers valid for feed 1,400 to 1,600 people ago in 1621 we celebrated the first a free meal, courtesy of the USO. “It’s Agnieszka Sarnowiak prepares carrots in means giving up time with Thanksgiving at Plymouth Plantation.” our way of saying ‘Happy Thanksgivpreparation for the Thanksgiving feast. their own families and shows More than two centuries later de- ing,’” said the USO’s Ashley Grassl.

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USAG Wiesbaden — Wackernheim, Wiesbaden Careless social networking could give enemy upperhand

By Sgt. Daniel Cole

U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs Office

One of the tenets of effective force protection is to always keep the bad guys guessing.

Letting them know where you are and what you’re doing is never a good idea.

These days, with smart technology in nearly everyone’s pockets and social interaction keeping the global information highways buzzing, guarding your actions can be tricky.

Geotagging and “locationbased social networking” are two technological and social interaction challenges that specifically worry military antiterrorism experts.

Geotagging embeds geographic information into a photo or document’s metadata that can be used to determine exactly where on Earth the photo was snapped or the document created. These location tools are often embedded in many of today’s electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets and

personal computers. “Checking in” on Facebook is one example of a common application.

“By providing these bits of information when uploading geotagged photos or ‘checking in,’ we give our adversaries another piece of the puzzle to help them piece together the overall picture and give them the advantage,” said Jessica Bittle, force protection specialist for USAREUR’s operations directorate. “By limiting the available information, we try to remove that digital bulls-eye.”

Experts in the social media division of the Army’s Office of the Chief of Public Affairs call the added metadata “the equivalent of adding a 10-digit grid coordinate to everything you post on the Internet.”

The dangers, the experts say, are that these location-revealing functions allow potential bad guys to watch one’s movements and uncover patterns in one’s behavior; reveal the exact locations of places, such as a targeted person’s home or

office, one’s routine; and help enemies determine potential targets and classified locations.

“We face an array of adversaries that take a vested interest in learning about individuals affiliated with our military in hopes of finding that vulnerable target,” adds Bittle.

The social media and security experts encourage people to disable this feature on mobile

and digital devices, or to review security settings so personal online information is not too informative.

Of equal concern to security experts is location-based social networking, which has spawned a growing number of applications to satisfy users’ desires to disclose one’s location. Several social media sites even offer rewards or invite businesses or other organizations to offer incentives to users who “check in” at various locations. Others offer opportunities to hook up with old friends or meet and make new friends. Of course these applications can also tell bad guys the location of a

targeted person.

USAREUR antiterrorism officials add a reminder that users should never discuss military or government information while using social media sites.

To disable geotagging on most smart phones check the general settings and look for a “location” tab and select the appropriate settings. A quick Internet search will turn up step-by-step instructions for disabling these features for specific sites and devices.

For more on the potential dangers of geotagging and location-based social networking, as well as information on a variety of force protection, information assurance and operational security topics, visit the U.S. Army Europe “Vigilance” web page at www. eur.army.mil/vigilance.

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Members of the Battles family talk home care with Col. Mary Martin in Aukamm Housing. Photo left: Michelle Parker (center) and Dawn Paul (right) show off their garden, admired by German and American neighbors alike.

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Who says Army housing can’t be homey?

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden residents proved it’s possible. Buildings that won awards for the best Fall Clean-up effort and best Halloween decorations were honored with a visit from USAG Wiesbaden Garrison Commander Col. Mary Martin and Command Sgt. Maj. Roy Rocco Nov. 20.

“We’ve been in [the Army] a while now,” said Wisty Battles, wife of Lt. Col. Thomas Battles and Aukamm Housing winner. “Anywhere we live is

home, so I try to make it look like home.” It was noted that the Battles’ yard is notorious for fantastical Halloween decorations every year.

Dawn Paul and Michelle Parker were the Crestview Housing winners. Paul’s Crestview garden tends to garners admiration from German neighbors who often leave small garden animals as gifts. Paul said she grew up on a farm and that gardening is her passion “It’s not hard, you just gotta do a little work,” she said, adding “My kids have said I make our houses look nice.”

“It makes coming home to this little apartment

nicer,” said Parker, who helps with the garden.

“Thank you for taking care of your home and for taking ownership,” said Martin. “Home is where the heart is, after all. Thank you for doing something for our community — because it is our community.”

Other winners were Sgt. Adam McGee and Joe Bednash in Hainerberg Housing; Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jeremy Lance and his wife Amanda for Newman Village; There were no winners on Clay Kaserne.

The housing contest is conducted monthly. See all photos of the award-winners on the Garrison Wiesbaden Facebook page.

Legal advice: Winter is coming; protect your family and your property

By Curtis Parker

Wiesbaden Legal Center

Winter is fast approaching, and for many that means taking leave to see family and friends during the holiday season.

Winter is also the time where many burglaries, accidents and weatherrelated problems occur. When these problems happen. People may be able to file claims with the military for their loss, but there are important things everyone should know in order to help prevent the loss entirely or receive the appropriate amount of compensation through the claims process. Over the next few months the Claims Office will publish a number of articles to help you understand what you can do to protect your family and your property during the winter.

Many criminals take advantage of people’s extended absences around Thanksgiving and Christmas in order to burglarize unoccupied homes. If you

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are planning extended leave during the holiday season, there are a number of steps you can take to help prevent your home from being targeted and to ensure your property is properly documented in order to ensure payment of a claim.

First, you should never publish your upcoming absence from home on social media sites such as Twitter or Facebook. Criminals often monitor these sites to find potential targets. Other important preventive steps include placing timers on your home lights, making sure all doors and windows are secured before leaving and asking a friend or neighbor to ensure any mail or newspapers delivered to your home are picked up on a regular basis.

If your home is burglarized your first recourse is your renter’s insurance, if you have it. If you don’t have renter’s insurance or it fails to cover your loss, you may be able to file a claim with the Military Claims Office. In order for your

claim to be successful you will need to prove that you owned the items you are claiming as stolen. Taking pictures of your valuable items, keeping receipts, and retaining the inventory from your PCS are good ways to help substantiate your claim.

Another major concern during the winter is the increased incidence of fires in quarters. Many of these fires are easily preventable. If you are decorating your home with lights brought from the United States, be mindful of the fact that most American decorations are not 220 volt-compatible. When using a transformer, ensure that it is in safe operating condition before use, and do not leave it in operation unattended.

Keep your Christmas tree watered to prevent it from drying out and becoming more susceptible to fire. While using your fireplace to stay warm during cold German nights, verify that the damper is open and that you have a screen to

prevent any embers from entering the residence.

Holiday meals are one of the best parts about this time of year, but do not leave your stove unattended while preparing them and remember to turn the stove off when you are finished.

Fires caused by your own negligence or that of a member of your family are not payable under the military claims system, so it is a good idea to have a renter’s insurance policy which covers negligence in order to protect your property should you make a mistake that results in damage to your property and that of your neighbors.

If you have any questions about whether you may have a claim, visit the Wiesbaden Area Claims Office in the Welcome Center, Building 1023 West on Clay Kaserne or call mil 5370664 or civ (0611) 143-537-0664. The Claims Office is open Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. On Thursday the Claims Office is open from 1-4 p.m.

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USAG Wiesbaden — Wackernheim, Wiesbaden Enlighten yourself about when Fog lights: or when not to use them

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Remembering the fallen

Agricultural pests potential threat to U.S. farmers

By Robert Szostek U.S. European Command Customs Office

Europe is home to many agricultural pests that are not found in the United States and soil is a natural hideout for them. This is why cleaning anything that collects dirt before you send it stateside is so important. These pests can cause great damage to the U.S. farming economy.

“You can unwittingly introduce invasive pests and disease into the United States of America,” said Scott Sanner, U.S. Department of Agriculture Adviser at the U.S. European Command Customs and Border Clearance Agency. “It only takes one bit of soil on your car, lawn furniture, bicycle, field gear, shoe or boot.” Vehicles and military equipment are especially prone to contamination

by dirt, mud and soil, he added.

“It is so important to clean everything you ship or mail home — whether it is as a private person or as part of your work,” Sanner stated. It is also why USEUCOM has a border clearance program that inspects personal property, privately owned vehicles and military shipments destined for the U.S. to prevent any pests from spreading.

“For example, the burrowing nematode is a tiny worm not native to the States,” Sanner said. “But it could hide in the mud on your boots. If you took that mud stateside, the nematode eggs could later hatch and attack the roots of banana or citrus trees.” Losses on infested trees cost millions of dollars annually.

The golden nematode attacks potatoes and tomatoes reducing yields by as much as

80 percent.

It threatens annual crop yields of over $1 billion.

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Col. Mary L. Martin, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Roy Rocco, together with representatives of the Hessian Forces Command, pause for a moment of silence at this year’s Volkstrauertag, or National Day of Mourning wreath laying ceremony at the South Cemetery in Wiesbaden Nov. 16. The annual ceremony was instituted in 1922 to commemorate victims of World War I, but has since been used as an occasion to honor the victims of war and terror regimes all over the world.

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tion of “substantial” and issue a fine to drivers inappropriately using fog lights.

Most European-specification cars have a rear fog light (Nebelschlußleucht); in fact, cars registered in Germany are required to have at least one rear fog light. It is generally found on the driver’s side rear of the car, although some cars may have it in the middle. (It’s usually the bright red one.)

This light is particularly blinding when used improperly inside city limits. Section 17, subsection (3) of the StVO continues: “Rear fog lights may only be used when, because of fog, visibility is less than 50 meters.” As with front fog lights, consideration should be taken when using your rear fog light.

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Most cars have a fog light indicator (front, left; rear, right) somewhere on the instrument panel that lights up when the fog lights are on.

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It’s that time of year again: dark and foggy commutes to and from work.

We all want to see and be seen while driving in that murky soup, so many of us drive with front fog lights on; some of us even drive with them on in all weather and in all environments. While it provides a necessary function when appropriate, this can blind drivers in oncoming traffic, reduce your own visibility or make it harder for others to see your car and determine direction, speed or intentions.

According to the German traffic code (StraßenverkehrsOrdnung or StVO), front fog lights may only be used when “fog, snow or rain substantially hinders visibility.” It is up to the driver of the vehicle to determine what substantially hindered visibility is; however, before turning on your front fog lights, some things to consider might be: What is the visibility actually? Am I driving in a welllit area? Is there significant traffic (in or outside the city)?

Might I blind other drivers?

However, the local police may make their own determina-

Many drivers also drive with only parking lights on (or a combination of parking lights and front fog lights) at all times of the day and in all visibility conditions. The StVO section 17, subsection (2) states that cars may not be driven utilizing only parking lights. That’s not ambiguous at all; it very clearly says you may not do it and provides no circumstances where it might be permissible. Since driving with front fog lights is only allowed during substantially hindered visibility due to fog, rain or snow, it follows that driving with a combination of parking lights and fog lights is not allowed.

The responsibility to operate our privately owned vehicles according to German traffic codes is ours. Doing so will not only make the roads safer, but compliance with local laws will show our German hosts that we respect their rules and are fully capable of integrating ourselves into their culture.

Take some time to learn the regulations. The StVO can be found at http://www.gesetzeim-internet.de/stvo_2013/index.html.

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By Jay Johnson

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Community notes ... Community notes Holiday tree lighting

Join fellow community members at the holiday tree lighting Dec. 5 from 5-9 p.m.

It will feature games, crafts, food and drinks and a visit by the Jolly Old Elf.

Stone, Curt Parker, Evan Grimes, Eoin Oravetz, Audra Albert, Jennifer Oravetz, Lt. Col. Ronald Myers, Cmdr.

Juan Guitierrez and Lt. Col. Christopher Ingels.

first aid class Dec. 29 and 30 at 9 a.m. and a new volunteer orientation Dec. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. The Red Cross hosts its next blood drive Dec. 16 at the Tony Bass Auditorium.

Holiday tree safety

Commissary holiday

Community members are hours Holiday religious advised to take a few precauThe Wiesbaden Commissary events tions during the holidays to will be closed Dec. 25 and Jan. The Hainerberg Chapel ensure a safe time for everyone.

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It will be open from 10 a.m. holds an Immaculate ConcepMake sure the Christmas tree to 4 p.m.

Dec. 24 and from 10 tion Mass at noon and 6 p.m. is watered regularly and kept a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 31.

Dec. 8. Hanukkah begins away from any heat sources, Dec. 16 and people can contact Community check holiday lights to ensure Chaplain (Capt.) David RuderInformation Exchange Photo by Karl Weisel no frayed cables or burnt out man at david.n.ruderman.mil@ The next Community Inbulbs and never use candles on mail.mil for details. A Menorah formation Exchange will be or around a tree (candles are not lighting celebration will be held Jan. 27 at 9:30 a.m. in the Hessian State Secretary Mark Weinmeister, state secretary permitted in on-post housing or held at 5 p.m. at the Clay ChaCommunity Activity Center for European Affairs, awards Dr. Robert Kandler, former barracks). pel. Hainerberg Chapel hosts a on Wiesbaden’s Clay Kaserne.

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden deputy to the commander, Christmas Eve Mass at 4 p.m., Computer lab closed Follow it live on the Garrison with the Honors Certificate of the State of Hessen at the a combined Protestant ChristThe Wiesbaden Education Wiesbaden Facebook page.

State Chancellory in Wiesbaden Nov. 24. During the cermas Eve candlelight service Center’s Multi-Use Learning emony, Weinmeister, speaking on behalf of Minister PresiFellowship, Bible study at 6:30 p.m. and a Midnight dent Volker Bouffier, lauded Kandler’s lengthy engage- Facility computer lab will be The Protestant Women of the Mass at 11:30 p.m. Dec. 24. A ment and contributions to German-American friendship closed due to construction Chapel host fellowship, worship Christmas Day Mass will be through Dec. 12. as both a Soldier and civilian in the state of Hesse. and Bible study every Tuesday held Dec. 25 at 9:30 p.m. and a from 9-11:30 a.m. and 6-8 p.m.

New Year’s Eve Mass Dec. 31 Mondays at 6 p.m., a BOSS for your family or group call Red Cross classes, at 6 p.m. at Hainerberg Chapel. Council Meeting Dec. 17, the Red Cross at civ (0611) blood drive at the Hainerberg Chapel. Child The Wiesbaden American care is provided. shopping in Kaiserslautern 705-1760, email wiesbaden@ Winter Fest Dec. 6, ice skating Dec. 12 redcross.org or stop by the of- Red Cross holds a CPR for The Wiesbaden USO holds and a BOSS Christmas Party fice in Building 1206 on Clay the Professional Rescuer class Welfare grants a Winter Fest Dec. 13 from Consider applying for a WiesDec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Dec. 19. Call civ (0611) 143- Kaserne.

2-6 p.m. at the USO Pavilion baden Community Spouses Club a CPR/AED/first aid class Dec. 548-9815 or stop by the Warrior Traffic changes on in Hainerberg Housing. It’ll welfare grant at http://wiesbaden10 from 5:30-8 p.m., a babysitZone on Clay Kaserne.

Texas Strasse feature holiday treats, photos ting with pediatric CPR and spousesclub.com/welfare_grants.

The traffic pattern on Texas with Santa, musical entertain- Special CDC opening Strasse in Hainerberg Housing Child, Youth and School ment and more.

Services holds a special open- has changed. On school days American Girl Social ing Dec. 12 at the Clay Child the section of Texas Strasse An American Girl Doll SoDevelopment Center (Building between Mississippi Strasse cial will be held Dec. 20 at 10 1502). Register at least four and Florida Strasse is closed a.m. at the Wiesbaden Library. days in advance. Call Parent to traffic from 7 a.m. to 3:30 Make reservations at the library Central Services at civ (0611) p.m., except for school buses. in advance or call civ (0611) All other times of the day/week, 143-548-9356 for details.

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Texas Strasse will be one-way Photos with Santa only from the intersection of Relocation Readiness Army Community Service Mississippi Strasse to Virginia events hosts photos with Santa Dec. Army Community Service’s 4 from 2-4 p.m. Bring your Strasse. This change is necesRelocation Readiness Program camera — ACS will provide sary to alleviate safety concerns holds English as a Second Santa and treats. Call civ (0611) on this constricted portion of the street.

Language classes Dec. 4-18 143-548-9201. from 7-8:30 p.m., and tours Kudos to volunteers to the Frankfurt Christmas Reconnection Congratulations to WiesMarket Dec. 5, a Wiesbaden workshops baden’s Volunteers of the Month: Photo by Karl Weisel The Wiesbaden American Alicia Bailey, Meagan Elam, walking tour Dec. 10, a Mainz Christmas Market tour Dec. Red Cross offers free and confi- Michelle Cox, Aylani Barron, 19 and a tour of the Hessen dential reconnection workshops Heather Stinson, Meghan With colder temperatures becoming the norm, make State Parliament Jan. 15. Call for military families going Schroeder, Stephanie Asbury, sure your vehicle is properly equipped. That means ACS at civ (0611) 143-548- through redeployment. Work- Sgt. Terry Montgomery, Sgt. checking your windshield wipers for wear and tear, shops address communicating 9201 for details. making sure windshield cleaning fluid is adequate, all clearly, exploring stress and Kristopher Dimond, Ariel Cox, lights are in working order and snow or approved allBOSS gets busy trauma, identifying depression, Tana Wood, Jamie Hissim, Lisa weather tires are mounted — which is the law in GerWiesbaden’s Better Oppor- relating to children and working M. Jones, Siobhan Milan, Pfc. many. Safety officials also recommend slowing down tunities for Single Soldiers fea- through anger. For informa- Star Baker, Lorenza Johnson, and leaving plenty of braking distance between cars. tures free BOSS movie night tion about holding a workshop Spc. Imann Edwards, Jeff

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Schools page — Partners in education ‘Tell Me a Story’ attracts young readers Story and photo by Katja Pinkston Special to the Herald Union

tunity for the community to get everybody together to share a good story,” Bell added.

Families also had the opportunity to create a variety of crafts that related to themes in the featured book. “I liked the story and making the umbrella,” said Samya Williams, a first-grader.

TMAS is a program launched by the Military Child Education Coalition in 2005. Its goal is to empower military children to build resiliency skills, strengthen peer and parent connections, and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. The MCEC selects TMAS books that address these characteristics. The Wiesbaden Parent to Parent team, which is part of the MCEC, organized the event.

The Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club donated money to buy a copy of the featured book for every attending family, and participants had the chance to get it signed by Piatt. Jennifer Miller, Hainerberg Elementary School PTO President, accepted a signed copy of the book from Federica LeMauk, Wiesbaden Parent to Parent team member, for the school’s library.

More than 40 families gathered for “Tell Me A Story” on Nov. 16 at Hainerberg Elementary School to enjoy an afternoon devoted to the promotion of literacy through reading, discussions, and crafts.

Maj. Gen. Walter E. Piatt, Deputy Commanding General, U.S. Army Europe, read “Zen Shorts,” a delightful tale that challenges three siblings to reexamine their habits and ideas.

Kalah Williams, an eighth-grader, enjoyed that the general took the time to read and ask for opinions at the end of the reading.

“I loved having the opportunity to spend time with the families of the Wiesbaden community. In my role as the DCG, I travel a lot throughout Europe, so it was wonderful to be able to interact with children and their parents outside the office in a fun and inspiring way,” said Piatt.

According to Piatt, the biggest benefit for families is that TMAS builds community while encouraging education and creative learning. “The families are able to spend time together and meet other members of the Wiesbaden community who value education,” Piatt said.

After the reading, participants divided into different groups for facilitated discussions led by volunteers.

“I really liked that the panda gave his only robe to the thief because I’ve never seen anybody do that,” said Taize Fajardo, a second-grader.

In addition, TMAS inspires families to incorporate reading into their daily lives to build strong reading skills.

Chereen Bell explained that her daughter loves to read and that it was a good opportunity to come and listen to somebody else read a book.

“I also think that it is a great oppor- Maj. Gen. Piatt signs Mackenzie Brook’s copy of “Zen Shorts.”

Wiesbaden students shine in ‘Stefanie Hero’ of her brothers and sisters while her father is off at war. Her mother isn’t Wiesbaden High School’s Dra- willing to take care of her children, ma Department received rave re- so Stefanie has to grow up and do views for its production, “Stefanie it all on her own. After her siblings Hero,” which premiered Nov. 6-8. are mysteriously turned into swans “The acting was great,” said by an evil sorcerer, Stefanie must Brigantia O’Sadnick, a Wiesbaden find the magic she needs to bring High School sophomore. “The back her family.

Many of the audience members actors and actresses were wellpracticed and they had a ton of asked about their take on the performance said they would definitely energy on stage.”

Britney Moloy, who played the come back to see another production.

Several cast members embrace title character, said she had a great time performing. “I really like the adage that “all the world is a expressing myself through differ- stage,” taking it to a whole new ent characters to really get a feel level with many involved in band, for what the play is all about. It’s choir and a cappella groups.

“I started acting because I really always a lot of fun to play the part of someone else, and I definitely enjoy singing, so that pushed me to got to do that while being Stefanie,” try out for the school musical,” said actor Jeremiah Ward, who played Moloy said.

The play tells the story of a prin- Horace, Stefanie’s partner in crime cess who has to step up to take care throughout the play. Jeremiah has

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performed in two plays at Wiesbaden High and said he has had a great experience.

“It seemed like good idea, and it definitely was. I mean so far I have gotten to kiss two girls in the two plays I have performed in, so that’s a plus, right?” said Ward jokingly.

With the help of the new drama teacher and director Christopher Harbach, who moved to the Wiesbaden school from Heidelberg, the theater program has put on a variety of productions ranging from “Grease” to “Back to the 80s.”

Considering all of the positive feedback about this talented group of students at Wiesbaden High School, it’s safe to say everyone is excited to see what the winter musical has in store. (Mackinley Bullock, a Wiesbaden High School senior, is a student intern with the garrison’s Public Affairs Office.)

Schoolbits ‘Best for Vets’ Colleges

The Military Times “Best for Vets: Colleges 2015” list of top online and non-traditional schools is out, and the University of Maryland University College is ranked number one. (Courtesy of the UMUC Marketing)

School holidays

Wiesbaden Department of Defense Dependents Schools will be closed Dec. 22 to Jan. 2 for winter break. Schools will also be closed Jan. 19 to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Jan. 22 for a teacher workday.

Aukamm action

Aukamm Elementary School holds a Parent Teacher Association Meeting Dec. 4 at 8:15 a.m. and a holiday music program Dec. 16.

Hainerberg highlights

Hainerberg Elementary School’s student choir performs at the community tree lighting on Clay Kaserne Dec. 5 at 6 p.m., at the Hochheim Christmas Market Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. and at the Wiesbaden Christmas Market Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.

High school happenings

Wiesbaden High School hosts the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Military Ball at 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Community Activity Center, a Talent Show in the school’s multipurpose room Dec. 6 at 12:30 p.m., SAT testing Dec. 6, ACT testing Dec. 13 and winter concerts in the school’s multipurpose room at 7 p.m. Dec. 16 and 17.

Bingo Night

The Wiesbaden High School Senior Parent Association hosts a Holiday Bingo Night Dec. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Hainerberg Elementary School Multipurpose Room. Win prizes, theme baskets and Polish pottery. Cost is $5 for the lasagna meal and $5 for bingo cards — or $20 for five cards. All proceeds benefit the Class of 2015.

Paying for school lunches

Did you know that you can pay for your child’s school lunch online at https://www.mypaymentsplus.com/default.aspx? You can also pay at the Customer Service Desk in the Wiesbaden Main Exchange. (Courtesy of the Wiesbaden Middle School’s Weekly Wildcat)

Spouses Club scholarships

The Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club is accepting applications for WCSC merit-based scholarships through Feb. 28. Last year the organization gave away $55,000 to 37 high school seniors and continuing education students in the Wiesbaden military community. Get an application from high school counselors, Army Community Service or online at wiesbadencommunityspousesclub.com.

Hainerberg happenings

Hainerberg Elementary School holds a movie night featuring “Polar Express” Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.

A holiday program will be featured at the school Dec. 11 at 6 p.m.

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Turkey trotting

Almost 300 runners, walkers and trotters of all ages took part in Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Turkey Trot at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center Nov. 15 despite chilly weather. FMWR gave away 10 $25-gift certificates. The Jingle Bell Run, next in the five-kilometer fun run series, will be held Dec. 13 at 9 a.m. Be one of the first 125 people to register and receive a free T-shirt. Call the fitness center for more details at (0611) 143-5489830.

Things to do ... Things to do ... Things to do ‘Christmas in New York’

The Amelia Earhart Playhouse presents “Christmas in New York,” a dance spectacular, Dec. 5-7 and 12-14 at 7:30 p.m. Call civ (0611) 143-548-9812 for reservations.

Outdoor Recreation trips

Wiesbaden Outdoor Recreation goes holiday shopping in Venice Dec. 5-7, Strasbourg Dec. 6, Paris Dec. 13 and Rothenburg Dec. 20. Outdoor Recreation also offers Christmas and New Years in Greece and Italy Dec. 20 to Jan. 2, skiing and snowboarding in Bellamonte (Italy) Dec. 21-26 and partying in Calella (Spain) Dec. 28 to Jan. 3. Call civ (0611) 143-548-9801 for more information.

‘Messiah’ sing-along

The St. Augustine’s Church (English Church) in Wiesbaden invites singers from all Wiesbaden for a sing-along version of Handel’s “Messiah” Dec. 20 at 3 p.m. The St. Augustine Chamber Orchestra and a cast of solo singers will support the event. For more information visit www.staugustines-wiesbaden.de.

USO travel

Join the USO for trips to the Prague Christmas Market Dec. 13, Heidelberg Christmas Markets Dec. 13, Mosel River Christmas Markets Dec.

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14, Stuttgart Christmas Market Dec. 14, Cologne Christmas Market Dec. 20, Rothenburg Christmas Market Dec. 21, Christmas in Bassano del Grappa (Italy) Dec. 22-26, Black Forest Dec. 26 and the Brussels Winter Festival Dec. 27. Stop by any area USO or call civ (0611) 143-548-5106 for more information.

Air Force Band concert

The George Marshall Association presents a free holiday concert by the U.S. Air Force Europe Band Dec. 10 at the Kelkheim Stadthalle. The concert starts at 8 p.m. Visit www.george-marshall-society.org/news for more information.

Area concerts

Mainz’s Frankfurter Hof presents the Danceperados of Ireland (Irish Christmas Show) Dec. 10, international pianists Lucia Huang and Sebastian Euler Dec. 12 and the New Spirit Gospel Choir Wiesbaden Dec. 14. Jazz and soul with Gregory Porter, Myles Sanko and more will be featured at the Mainz Rheingoldhalle Dec. 14.

Visit www.frankfurter-hof-mainz.de for details on these and other upcoming concerts in the area.

‘Peter Pan’

The English-language Theater Unlimited Performing Company presents “Peter Pan,” a new musical

adventure, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at 2 and 6 p.m. in the Bad Homburg Kurtheater. Call civ (06172) 178 3710 for reservations.

Live at the Staatstheater

The Staatstheater Mainz features the Candide comedy “Candide” through Dec. 12, the Verdi opera “La Traviata” Dec. 13 and 17 and the opera/ballet “The Fairy Queen” Dec. 21. Visit www.staatstheater-mainz. com for more information.

Crafts fairs

Seligenstadt holds arts and crafts markets in the monastery Dec. 6-7 and 13-14 from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Visit www. odenwaldmaerkte.de for more information.

Area Christmas markets

Explore Christmas markets in Biebrich Dec. 4-8, in Wiesbaden through Dec. 23, in Mainz through Dec. 23, in Rüdesheim through Dec. 21, in Frankfurt through Dec. 22 and in Hofheim Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14.

WEC highlights

The Wiesbaden Entertainment Center features cosmic bowling every Friday starting at 8 p.m., free pool on Mondays, bingo every Sunday, Wednesday night country, Thursday night karaoke and Friday night DJs.

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Sports and leisure Sports shorts Jingle Bell Jog

Wiesbaden Sports and Fitness holds a Jingle Bell five-kilometer run/walk Dec. 13 at 9 a.m.

Strollers and pets are welcome. The first 200 people to register on the day of the run (starting at 7 a.m.) get free T-shirts. The run takes off from in front of the Wiesbaden Fitness Center.

Angel Tree racquetball tournament

Racquetball players are invited to compete in the Angel Tree Racquetball Tournament Dec. 6-7 at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center on Clay Kaserne. Men and women can compete in various skill- and age-specific divisions. The entry fee is $30 to compete; $10 additional to compete in a second division. Bring a gift and receive $10 off of entry fee. Wrap gifts for boys in blue and girl gifts in pink or red. Email jsnyderdarmgerm@ yahoo.com for more information.

Winter Sports Registration

Registration for Child, Youth and School Services’Winter Sports (basketball, cheerleading and wrestling) is now open. A CYSS Winter Sports Coaches Certification Training course will be held Dec. 6 at Clay Kaserne’s Building 1004. Call Parent Central Services at civ (0611) 143-548-9356.

Photos by Lester Cannon

Volleyball showdown

Players battle it out in the Wiesbaden Block Party Tournament on the courts at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center Nov. 15-16. The open tournament included military community teams from Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Lakenheath, and Ramstein, Wiesbaden High School, and teams from Germany and Belgium. Wiesbaden’s Sprechen Sie Spike Team won the women’s competition and Team Borderless won the men’s.

New hours in January

The Wiesbaden Fitness Center will have new hours starting Jan. 1. The center will be open Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, Sundays, and federal and training holidays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call civ (0611) 143-5489831 for more information.

Recreational shooting

Head to the Wackernheim Range (Ober-Olmer Strasse 37, 55263) to enjoy some recreational shooting Dec. 13, Jan. 24, Feb. 21 and March 21. Cost is $8 with membership in Wiesbaden’s Hunting Fishing and Sport Shooting Program, $12 for non-members. First-timers must register for the mandatory safety briefing by 9:45 a.m. Call Outdoor Recreation at civ (0611) 143-548-9801 for more information.

Wiesbaden Volksmarching Club

The Wiesbaden International Wandering Club is now an official private organization — already recognized by the DVV and IVV. WIWC members are entitled to participate in bus trips as well as monthly meetings and other events. Find out about upcoming events by visiting www.wiwc-volksmarching.de or come to a general membership and information meeting on the third Monday of each month at the Landchen Restaurant and Sportsbar (Oberfeld 7, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim).

U.S. Youth Soccer

Interested in upgrading your soccer skills and playing with other players in Europe. The Wiesbaden Select team of U.S. Youth Soccer Europe may be for you. Visit http://wiesbadenselect. weebly.com for more information.

Sweat to keep the blues away

Frequent moves, long separations and stress are only a few of the challenges service members and their families face. Many times these challenges are successfully managed, but for some, the stress of military life can become increasingly overwhelming causing a rollercoaster of emotions and depression.

Exercise and staying active can help some people fight the blues.

“Your mind is a muscle, just like the muscles in your body. If you keep your body active and strong, it will help support you when you’re faced with challenging situations,” said U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Peter Smith, a writer who created a play, “Final Decision,” aimed at raising awareness about suicide. “But, if you don’t take care of your body, it will be one of the first things that gives out when you’re faced with tough circumstances.”

An August study by the University of Texas South-

western Medical Center published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry supports the message behind the military’s Healthy Body, Healthy Mind campaign.

The study examined a group of 18- to 70-year-olds who had been taking an antidepressant for several years, but were still feeling depressed.

The participants engaged in daily exercise and over a three-month period, 30 percent achieved full remission from their depression and another 20 percent displayed significant improvement.

Since 2006, more than 200,000 private, confidential mental health screenings have been completed online through the Military Pathways program which is funded by the Department of Defense Office of Force Health Protection and Readiness recently joined Afterdeployment which offered additional resources for a variety of topics. For more information visit afterdeployment.dcoe.mil.

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For your health

Be alert while shopping during holiday season

By Veronica Dudley

U.S. Army Public Health Command

You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why. Holiday thieves are coming to town.

The holidays were never meant to be marked by stress and anxiety. But all too often, the most wonderful time of the year becomes less about spending time with loved ones and more about protecting yourself from being a victim of identity theft. The list below gives some tips to help you shop safely and securely during the holiday season.

One of the first things a consumer should do to protect themselves during the holiday season is to enroll in a credit/debit card credit-monitoring service. Taking this step will provide early warning notification if unusual activity occurs with your account.

Be alert while shopping: Be sure that you get your card back after every purchase. Always make sure that sales vouchers are for the correct purchase amount before you sign them. Keep copies of your sales vouchers and ATM, debit or credit card receipts in a secure place. Don’t volunteer any personal information when you use your credit card; only display your personal identification as requested by a merchant.

Don’t put your driver’s license number on your checks. Review your statements regularly to ensure there are no suspicious charges. Contact your bank immediately if you see a charge you don’t recognize.

Use caution when shopping online: Select one credit card with a low credit limit to use for all your online purchases. Immediately after you make a Web transaction, completely close your browser. To maximize Web transaction safety, use a recent version of your Web browser. Web addresses starting with “https” and Web pages with a padlock symbol in the lower right corner are safest.

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One of the first things a consumer should do to protect themselves during the holiday season is to enroll in a credit/debit card credit-monitoring service.

Check your account often: Re- wasn’t received. Credit cards may Keep RFID cards protected viewing your recent account activity is have a limit on the monetary amount How to keep radio-frequency fundamental to credit card safety, and you will be responsible for paying. identification credit cards safe: RFID it’s easy. You can do it online or by Additionally, credit cards are easier embedded cards use radio frequencies phone. If your credit card issuer offers to replace if stolen or when fraudulent to transmit data. You can use these email or mobile alerts about unusual activity has been identified. cards at stores and restaurants to pay activity, sign up to receive them. If Debit cards are associated with for your purchases without having to you’ve been a victim of fraud or identity your personal bank account, but the swipe your card through a scanner. The theft in the past, consider signing up protections don’t relieve consumers RFID technology also allows thieves with a credit-monitoring service. of hassle: the prospect of trying to get to scan your wallet and get your card’s Report lost cards and suspected money put back into a bank account, information without having to see the fraud right away: If you lose your and the problems that a lower-thancard. One way to block RFID transmiscredit card or suspect fraudulent activ- expected balance can cause in terms of sion is to purchase a wallet that blocks ity, contact your bank or credit card fees and refused checks or payments, RFID transmissions. Choose the walissuer right away. Your credit card is- make some online shoppers reach first lets that are approved by the General suer can block your card and account for credit cards.

Services Administration. Look for a number so no one else can use it and While debit cards and credit cards stamp or statement by this agency to then give you a new card and account each have advantages, each is also betensure authenticity when buying this number. Remember: Speed is of the ter suited to certain situations. Since a product. essence. According to U.S. law, once debit card is a direct line to your bank Finally, here are some general tips you notify your credit card issuer that account, there are places where it may from law enforcement officers on how your card was lost or stolen, the most be wise to avoid handing it over or consumers can take steps to reduce you’ll have to pay is $50 — and many using it. the risk of being victimized during credit card issuers waive that charge Reconsider debit card use the holidays: as long as you notify them promptly.

Here are 10 places and situations • Avoid carrying large amounts of Use safe where it can pay to leave that debit cash. payment card in your wallet: • Carry purses close to your body. options  Online shopping Put wallets in front pants pockets or inCredit cards  Purchasing big-ticket items side your coat. Never leave your purse are generally  Situations where a deposit is unattended in shopping carts. Don’t the safest op- required overburden yourself with packages. tion because  Paying at restaurants • Park in areas with good lighting. they allow  Purchasing from a new, non• Keep car windows closed. buyers to seek chain-related merchant • Hide shopping bags and valuables a credit from  Situations that involve buying in your trunk. the issuer if the now and paying later • Lock your car and take your keys product needs  Making recurring payments with you. to be returned  Paying for future travel • Use ATMs in well-lit, populated  Paying at a gas station or hotel areas. Try to visit ATMs during daylight for any reason  Conducting business at a check- hours. Avoid ATMs where people are or if an item loitering for no reason. ordered online out or ATM that looks suspicious

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Bulletin board Movie plots

In “The Pyramid” a team of U.S. archaeologists gets more than they bargained for when they discover a lost pyramid unlike any other in the Egyptian desert. As they unlock the horrific secrets buried within, they realize they aren’t just trapped, they are being hunted.

At the movies Dec. 4-18

Dec. 4 — Nightcrawler (R) 7 p.m.

Dec. 5 — The Pyramid (R) 7 p.m. John Wick (R) 9 p.m.

Dec. 6 — Penguins of Madagascar (PG) 4 p.m.

The Best of Me (PG-13) 6.30 p.m.

Dec. 7 — Penguins of Madagascar (PG) 4 p.m.

The Pyramid (R) 6.30 p.m.

Dec. 8 — The Pyramid (R) 7 p.m.

Dec. 9 — Closed Dec. 10 — John Wick (R) 7 p.m.

Dec. 11 — The Best of Me (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Dec. 12 — Exodus: Gods and Kings (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Dec. 13 — Exodus: Gods and Kings (PG-13) 4 p.m. Addicted (R) 7 p.m.

Dec. 14 — Exodus: Gods and Kings (PG-13) 4 p.m.

Dec. 15 — Exodus: Gods and Kings (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Dec. 16 — Closed Dec. 17 — Nightcrawler (R) 7 p.m.

Dec. 18 — Addicted (R) 7 p.m.

Dec. 19 — The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Dec. 20 — Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (PG) 4 p.m. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Dec. 21 — Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (PG) 4 p.m. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Dec. 22 — Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (PG) 7 p.m.

Dec. 23 — Closed

“The Best of Me“ A pair of former high school sweethearts reunite after many years when they return to visit their small hometown.

“John Wick“ is a 2014 American action thriller film directed by Chad Stahelski. A former hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him.

Nightcrawler (R) — Lou Bloom is a driven man desperate for work who discovers the high-speed world of L.A. crime journalism. Finding a group of freelance camera crews who film crashes and other mayhem, Lou muscles into the cut-throat, dangerous realm of night crawling, where each police siren wail equals a possible windfall and victims are converted into dollars and cents. Aided by Rene Russo as Nina, a veteran of the blood sport that is local TV news, Lou blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story.

The Pyramid (R) — Egypt’s ancient wonders have long cursed the intrepid explorers who’ve dared to uncover their secrets.

But a team of U.S. archaeologists gets more than they bargained for when they unlock the horrific secrets buried in a pyramid unlike any the world has seen, and realize that they are not just trapped, but being hunted.

John Wick (R) — An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him.

Exodus: Gods and Kings (PG-13) (3D) — The story of one man’s daring courage to take on the might of an empire is the story of the defiant leader Moses as he rises up against the Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses, setting 400,000 slaves on a monumental journey of escape from Egypt and its terrifying cycle of deadly plagues.

The Best of Me (PG-13) — It tells the story of Dawson and Amanda, two former high school sweethearts who find themselves reunited after 20 years apart, when they return to their small town for the funeral of a beloved friend. Their bittersweet reunion reignites the love they’ve never forgotten, but soon they discover the forces that drove them apart 20 years ago live on, posing even more serious threats today. Spanning decades, this epic love story captures the enduring power of our first true love, and the wrenching choices we face when confronted with elusive second chances.

Addicted — Successful business woman Zoe Reynard appears to have attained it all: the dream husband she loves, two wonderful children and a flourishing career.

As perfect as everything appears from the outside, Zoe is still drawn to temptations she cannot escape or resist. As she pursues a secretive life, Zoe finds herself risking it all when she heads down a perilous path she may not survive.

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Market magic

Join the locals for traditional treats at one of the many area Christmas markets

Wiesbaden High School 4:30-5 p.m.

The Rüdesheim market, or Rüdesheimer Weihnachtsmarkt der mug of glühwein warms your Nationen (Christmas market of nahands as you stroll slowly tions) held from Nov. 24 to Dec. 21, from stall to stall. Twinkling is notable for its international flair, lights, not the harsh glare of fluo- with stalls representing countries rescent light bulbs, illuminate your from around the world. path instead. Hand over cash to the Mainz’s historic market has craftsman who lovingly carved that been delighting Rheingauers since nutcracker out of a block of wood — 1788. Highlights include a canopy of and don’t miss the mass of over caf- lights brightening the stalls of showfeinated, sleep-deprived consumers men and craftsmen selling specialties waiting impatiently in line behind you and handicrafts against the backdrop to buy their factory-made electronics. of the 1,000-year-old St. Martin’s This is the way Christmas shop- Cathedral. The hand-carved nativity ping should be. scene in front of the Romanesque St. Welcome to a German Christmas Gottdard’s Chapel features life-sized market, known as Weihnachtsmarkt, figures, and there’s even a 11-meter Christkindlesmarkt, Christkindches- pyramid carousel at the center of markt or Christkindlmarkt. The tradi- Höfchen. The market runs from Nov. tion dates back to the 1500s, when 27 to Dec. 23. townspeople needed to stock up on Idstein’s Christmas market treats food to prepare for the long winter visitors to three days, Dec. 5-7, of months ahead. They also served as a holiday cheer-filled Christmas carols venue for craftsmen to sell their wares performed by a trombone choir, a and for parents to purchase Christmas brass quartet and other wind players. gifts for their children.

Carousels, a ride on the little steam The modern Christmas markets locomotive or watching the puppet thehave evolved into fantastic displays ater also make this a treat for children. of lights and trinkets, with each town The Frankfurt market, from maintaining some individualism with Nov. 26 to Dec. 22, is one of the regional specialties. Yet some of the biggest and most popular ones in the larger markets have witnessed the entire country. Elaborate decorations proliferation of commercialism. and a huge Christmas tree on Paul“I like the Christmas markets splatz turn this trip into an adventure that sell crafts, homemade German for the whole family. Endless stands artisan products and over the years offer a variety of food, art and toys. that’s become less,” said Uli Soto, a On Dec. 6, a special visitor promises German resident for years. “Now you to make children’s eyes glow. see stalls that sell commercial crap. I Biebrich holds a shorter market don’t need to go to a stand that sells from Dec. 4-8 by the Biebrich Palace. stuff from China. I want nutcrackers It takes place noon — 10 p.m. at the from here, the lady who makes her Marienplatz, and the official opening own jewelry.” is Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. Fifteen vendors F o r t u n a t e l y, offer arts and crafts, there’s a Christmas “Something about the food and beverages. market for everyone chilly weather and the There are rides for all over Europe, and special market atmo- the kids and a daily sphere makes them plenty within drivmusical entertaintaste especially good.” ing distance from ment program. St. Wiesbaden. Wiesbaden’s own Nicholas will appear to the children Sternschnuppen Markt (twinkling with a little gift Dec. 6 around 5 p.m. star market) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 23 at the Christmas tree near the palace. dazzles with lily light displays (the If you’re a local German Christsymbol of Wiesbaden) suspended mas market veteran, consider expandabove the market area and more ing your experience to those in surthan 130 stalls. On Dec. 14, Wies- rounding regions, states or countries. baden school choirs perform on the “My personal favorites are Prague Schlossplatz stage: Aukamm Elemen- and the Mosel River Christmas Martary School 2-2:30 p.m.; Hainerberg kets because they are so unique comElementary 3:30-4 p.m.; Wiesbaden pared to the standard German marMiddle School 4-4:30 p.m.; and kets,” said Ann Powers, USO Rhein

By Shayna Brouker

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office

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Presents for Mom and Dad

By Mackinley Bullock

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t’s that dreaded time of the year again when children are faced with that looming question: “What am I going to get my parents for Christmas?”

Where some stick with the stereotypical tie for their father or the Christmas-scented candle for mom, there are some who like to put a lot of thought into their presents.

Besides Father’s Day and Mother’s Day, Christmas is a time for youths to show their parents that they appreciate everything they do for them by getting an appropriate present.

A resounding “yes” was the answer to the question from fellow Wiesbaden High School students when asked if they find it hard to shop for their parents at Christmastime.

“My mom usually will tell me what she wants, and will leave hints as Christmas gets closer,” said Taylor Hill, junior. “Sometimes I get nervous that she won’t like what I get her, so my sisters and I just give her money. It works out well, I guess.”

A lot of people question if their parents will like their gifts or not, so they tend to go for traditional homemade presents.

“Usually my parents buy what they want for themselves, so I never really know what they like,” said Jackie Renzi, senior. “The major-

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ity of the time I like to stick with homemade gifts. My mom really appreciates them because I took the time to make it for her.”

Gifts such as cards, breakfast in bed, picture frames or the very cheesy, but very effective, coupon books, seem to work well as presents. Homemade gifts are always easy and add a personal touch to the Christmas present, which many parents appreciate, students said.

“I always find it hard to shop for my mom at Christmas, but usually I get her jewelry,” said Courtney Mason, senior, who added that even though it’s difficult, it’s very important to get your parents a gift no matter what it is.

“There isn’t enough you can buy for your parents that will amount to how much they do for you on a daily basis,” she added.

“It’s another way to show them that you appreciate everything they give you, so I always want to make sure that I give my mom a great present.”

Everyone agreed that even though it may be difficult choosing the right gift, it’s important to show parents by the appropriate gift how much they are valued for what they do every day. The consensus: No matter how difficult, buying a present for mom or dad is a great way to show one’s thanks. (Mackinley Bullock, a Wiesbaden High School senior, is a student intern with the garrison’s Public Affairs Office)

Main tour manag “But they are all go and fun.”

If you’d like a of guidance befo venturing out on yo own the USO also fers an array of to to Christmas mark around Europe: The Saarbrück Christmas marke Dec. 7 — This wee end, Saarbrück hosts three differ Christmas marke the Kristkindlemar the St. Johann Markt (where y can see Santa “fl overhead) and t Medieval Christm Market. The trip a includes a tour of city.

Prague Chri mas Market E press, Dec. 13 — beautiful and int esting city in its o right, Prague is stu ning at Christm time with mark in the old town a along Wencesl Square. There a lots of shopping a sightseeing oppor nities here. The t includes a city tou Hidden Heid berg Christm markets, Dec. — Learn about surrounding are and mysteries of H delberg. This trip train explores seve markets and tow and includes a sh cruise on the Neck River.

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Church on the Rhine River bank in near the old palace, which provides a Rothenburg especially charming durBrussels Winter Festival, Dec. Biebrich. Admission is free.

Christmas Mar- beautiful backdrop to shopping, ice- ing Advent. Here you will also find 27 — Continue your holiday fun in Finally, “I always recommend The Mosel River skating, and musical entertainment. a number of museums and a huge Brussels, where their market lasts un- that folks try a hot drink (glühwein, sure not far from Cologne Christmas Market by Kathy Wolfahrt store. Try the local til Jan. 4. With rides, an ice sculpture kinderpunch or hot chocolate) and a this trip the USO Train, Dec. 20 — Cologne has seven pastry, the Rothenburger Schneeball. exhibition and more, this is a great bratwurst while walking around the Cochem, followed different themed Christmas markets Black Forest/White Christmas way to extend the holiday spirit and market,” said Powers. “Something Christmas markets from medieval to traditional, from Illumination Spectacle, Dec. 26 keep family (and visitors) busy. It about the chilly weather and the speuben-Trarbach (the fairy tales to a floating Christmas — This charming winter festival includes a tour of the city. cial market atmosphere makes them rkt in the old town market. Advent in Cologne should over Christmas is also known as the Additionally, the Hessian State taste especially good.” the fairy tale beauty not be missed. Do expect crowds.

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2013 Ford Fiesta Titanium Hatchback, $15,999, comes with, power windows, cruise control and loads more. info@usedcar guys.net 2014 Ford Focus, $17,499, This vehicle is practically brand new, it only has 4500 miles, power windows, power locks. info@usedcar guys.net 2014 Volvo XC90, $37k, 15k miles, Caspian Blue Metallic, soft black leather interior, Platinum trim (fully loaded), NAV system, rear seat DVD entertainment, 7seats, climate pkg, BLIS, cargo mats, ex cond, 0171-4740964 or kbraun@uso.org

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Rayman Raving Rabbits, Wii game, perfect condition, like new! €10, copongracz@gmail.com, **See pics on class-world.com

HP Inkjet Printer Cartridges (02 Shure Speakers Classic! One Series) brand new in the original Pair, $100.00, jamarton@gmx.de packaging for only €2 each.

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Stearing wheel "Microsoft SideCaution: Some Classified winder Force Feedback" for your ads have become a target PC! Love to play auto games? for scams. Please be cauWanna feel like yr r driving for retious if potential buyers offer al? Then dont miss this!, pics on you payment methods other class-world.com, €20, copon than cash. gracz@gmail.com **See pics on class-world.com 220 volt transformer. 1 X 75 watt for $20. Contact Eric and Mia at Super Mario Galaxy, Wii game, 063759949674. perfect condition, like new! €15, Antique gold wrought iron accent copongracz@gmail.com **See tables with scrolling flower motif, pics on class-world.com $15-$25each (6 avail. In various sizes) contact cynthiascruffy@hot T-Eumex 220PC, for fast and mail.com comfortable internet communication. Isdn $15, isabell_1_98@ya Bible study books etc, $20, isabell_1_98@yahoo.com hoo.com, The Bigs Baseball, Wii Game, perfect condition, like new! €8, coemser@gmail.com **See pics on class-world.com

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Hollister strapless top. White color, size M. With ribbons to tie a bow on the back. €15. For pics see www.class-world.com. Contact janina.wuttke@gmx.de Hummel figurine, 2 original Hummel figurines like new, no scratches, no marks. See pics at www.class-world.com. numbers: 141/I & 142/II - each €100 - buy both for €180 - contact Mary at 0171-6934512

Necklace with a cross pendant, color is bronze/brown, for pics please see www.class-world.com, €5, s.vogl75@web.de

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Refrigerator mid-size, for Sale, $135.00, German LG brand; perfect condition. judy.black53@ gmail.com Sandals "Anne Klein": Classy s..., Sandals "Anne Klein": Classy shoes, brown leather, great to wear at work or for going out at night. Only slight signs of usage.

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Shamballa Bracelet - Black/Gray, handmade, adjustable in size, fits almost every wrist. Beautiful accessory for any ocation, any outfit. Treat yourself to something nice or bring a smile to your best girl friends. €12, copongracz@ gmail.com

The Notebook from Nicholas Sparks - wonderful book!, €2, pic on class-world.com, copongracz@ gmail.com

Justinus Bestecke steinless steel flatware set 60 pieces, original price 198.00 euros, sell 50.00 euros, used once.

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Email: bwg@yahoo.com, or call 0151-511-90027 LG Washer - German, €370, Like new less than 6 months old.

Email: bwg@yahoo.com, or call 0151-511-90027 Lladro figurine, $250. retired style in 1999, Hard to find for collectors.

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