SEPTEMBER 2012 ANSBACH F amily & M orale, W elfare & R ecreation
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Operation Rising Star! Are you the next Rising Star! Win an all-expenses paid trip to Hollywood. Deadline to register: 5 Sep. Rules: www.oprisingstar.com. Applications available at Concierge at the Von Steuben Community Center and the Storck Community Activity Center. Details: 468.7636, 0981.183.7636. Arts & Crafts Center Offering custom services: laser engraving, framing, matting, canvas stretching and laminating. Great specials and offers on in-stock items through Dec 1. E-mail: ansbachartscrafts@eur.army.mil. CYS Services Youth Sports and Fitness Fall season begins 6-8 September (flag football, soccer, bowling, cheerleading)! Coaches Needed! Besides helping our youth the benefits include discounts for coach’s children. Contact Parent Central Services for an application packet. Details: 468.7866, 467.4849, 0981.183.7866, 09841.83.4849. EDGE! • No cost, after-school activities for middle and high school youth. Contact Parent Central Services for times and locations. SKIESUnlimited • Instructional classes and programs throughout the week: arts, music, sports and more. Contact Parent Central Services for times and locations.
MONDAY
Fitness Class: RIPPED • Katterbach Fitness Center. Custom Framing Class • 5-7 p.m. Sign up 1 week in advance. $50, supplies not included. 18 years and older. Ansbach Arts& Crafts Center, Barton.
TUESDAY
Fitness Classes: Power XTreme, RIPPED, Zumba, Caveman Circuit • Katterbach & Storck Fitness Centers.
WEDNESDAY
Fitness Classes: Boot Camp, RIPPED, Indoor Cycling, Zumba • Katterbach & Storck Fitness Centers. Wiggles and Giggles • 10:30-12 p.m. Playroom, Storck Community Activity Center Story Time • 3-4 p.m. Community Library on Storck.
THURSDAY
Fitness Classes: Zumba, R.I.P.P.E.D., Stroller Fitness, Indoor Cycling, Total Body Pilates • Katterbach & Storck Fitness Centers. English as a Second Language • 10-12 p.m. Army Community Service, Katterbach. Wiggles and Giggles • 10:30-12 p.m., School Age Center Gym, Katterbach.
FRIDAY
Fitness Classes: Boot Camp • Katterbach Fitness Center.
C a l endar of Events SUNDAY 2 SEP
EFMP Bowling • 5-7 p.m. No cost recreational opportunity for Families enrolled. in EFMP. Register with ACS NLT noon preceeding Friday.
THURSDAY 6 SEP
Katterbach Strong Beginnings Parent Orientation • 10-11 a.m. Katterbach CDC, Bldg 5984. Storck Part Day Preschool Parent Orientation • 12-1 p.m. Storck CDC Annex. Katterbach Part Day Preschool Parent Orientation • 1-2 p.m. Katterbach CDC, Bldg 5984. Holiday Spending • 9-12 p.m. With the holidays just around the corner plan ahead and get financially organized. Discussions on goals, strategies, alternative gifts, and the financial impact of the holidays. Contact ACS Financial Readiness: 467-5555, 09802.83.4555. eBooks, Tips & Tricks • 5 p.m. Bring in your personal device and learn how you can have 24/7 access to thousands of eBooks. Storck Community Library.
MONDAY 10 SEP
Resilience Academy • 9-4 p.m. Fun and interactive training that teaches us to strengthen communication, tackle life’s challenges and increase our joys! Storck ACS, Storck Community Activity Center. 9/11 Remembrance • 11 a.m. Wreath-laying ceremony at Katterbach DFAC.
WEDNESDAY 12 SEP
Boss Meeting • 2 p.m. BOSS Lounge, Von Steuben Community Center on Bismarck. Push-Up Contest • Keep those arms toned and strong! Through September 28. Details: Katterbach Fitness Center. Katterbach Part Day PreSchool Parent Orientation • 10-11 a.m. Katterbach CDC, Bldg 5984. Storck Strong Beginnings Parent Orientation • 12-1 p.m. Storck School Age Center. Katterbach Strong Beginnings Parent Orientation • 1-2 p.m. Katterbach CDC, Bldg 5984. Newborn Network • 1-2 p.m. An opportunity to share your newborn issues, thoughts and ideas. Socialize with other community familes with newborns. Katterbach ACS, Details: ACS Family Advocacy Program: 467-2516, 09802-83-2516. ACS Stress & Anger Management • 2-4 p.m. Learn to manage the tough times and better control your anger. Sign up at Katterbach ACS. Paint Your Own Pottery! • 1-6 p.m. Paint it and take it home the same day! Walk-in at the Recreaton Center at the Storck Community Activity Center. Details: 467.4663, 09841.83.4663.
FMC Beautification Project • 10-6 p.m. Wear your old painting clothes and bring your friends and family to hand paint a patriotic craft project for display. Ansbach Arts & Crafts. E-mail: ansbachartscrafts@eur.army.mil. Festive Costume Making, Part 1 • 1-5 p.m. Create a one-ofa-kind, keepsake costume in this 3-part class (8, 22 Sep, 13 Oct) at the Arts and Crafts Center. Open to all ages with responsible adult. $37.50. Email: ansbachartscrafts@eur. army.mil.
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Calendar of Events, cont’d
Mommy Daddy Boot Camp • 6-8 p.m. What to expect during the first year of the child’s life. Katterbach ACS, Bldg 5817A. Contact ACS Family Advocacy Program: 467-2516, 0980283-2516. Gone Fishing! A Family Camping night on August 2 at Soldiers Lake brought families who stayed through Saturday for the David Chavez American Legion Post #1982 Youth Fishing Derby. More than 100 children enjoyed the fishing, free lunch and medals for their fishing success.
Operation Rising Star Round 1 • 6:30 p.m. Terrace Playhouse on Bleidorn. Come sing or cheer on your favorite performer. Deadline to enter 5 Sep. For rules: www. oprisingstar.com. Applications available at Concierge at the Von Steuben Community Center and Storck Community Activity Center. Details: 468.7636, 0981.183.7636.
FRIDAY 7 SEP
Paint Your Own Pottery! • 1-6 p.m. Paint it and take it home the same day! Walk-in at the Recreaton Center at the Storck Community Activity Center. Details: 467.4663, 09841.83.4663. Weight Loss Challenge Award Ceremony • 6 p.m. Time to wear that new dress you had to buy because you’re now in fabulous shape! Families welcome to celebrate your success at the Von Steuben Community Center. RSVP to the Katterbach and Storck Fitness Centers.
SATURDAY 8 SEP
Monthly Fishing Event • 6:30 a.m. Soldiers Lake is stocked each month prior to this event. With 1 pole and luck you might take home 6 trout! Fishing license required. Details: 467.3225, 09802.83.3225. Black Forest Shopping Trip • In the midst of the wild, romantic Black Forest landscape, sits the lively little town of Triberg. Visit the Black Forest Museum, the Baroque pilgrimage church with the charming sexton’s lodge and the town hall with its magnificent wood carvings. The highest waterfall in Germany with its 7 cascades is located here along with a wide variety of shops to purchase Black Forest arts and crafts and world famous cuckoo clocks. Transportation only. Sign up at Outdoor Recreation.
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THURSDAY 13 SEP
Game Night! • 4-7 p.m. With popcorn! Play some pool, foosbal, Xbos, Play Station or other games. Recreation Center at the Storck Community Activity Center. Details: 467.4663, 09841.83.4663. Operation Rising Star Round 2 • 6:30 p.m. Terrace Playhouse on Bleidorn. Come cheer on your favorite performer. Details: 468.7636, 0981.183.7636.
FRIDAY 14 SEP
Paint Your Own Pottery! • 1-6 p.m. Paint it and bring it home the same day at the Recreation Center in the Storck CAC, Bldg 6510. Details: 467.4663, 09841.83.4663. RIPPED Season 9 Launch • 6 p.m. By popular demand, get RIPPED! Katterbach Fitness Center.
SATURDAY 15 SEP
Rhine in Flames Two-day Trip • Camping and ferry along the Rhine to Rüdesheim. $99/adults, $59/children, $215/family, children 3 and under free! Includes transportation, ferry boat ride, camping equipment and fees. Sign up at Outdoor Recreation. BOSS Texas Hold ‘Em • 11 a.m. Prizes, food and great competition! Doors open at 11 a.m., games begin at 12 p.m. Preregister: $20. Day of event: $25 (cash). Buy-ins: $25 (cash). Details: 467.2921, 09802.83.2921.
SUNDAY 16 SEP
Play Reading Group • 2-4:30 p.m. This week: “Front Page.” Read aloud this irresistible comedy (set in the news room). No experience necessary, feel free to bring a snack to share. Terrace Playhouse, Bleidorn Housing.
TUESDAY 18 SEP
ACS Newcomer’s Orientation • 8:30-3 p.m. Three-day course shows you the services available on and off post. No cost child care upon availability. Sign up with Storck ACS. Over-30 Co-Ed Basketball League • 11:30-4:30 p.m. You’re never too old to play basketball! Details: Katterbach Fitness Center. BOSS Meeting • 2-4 p.m. Storck Community Activity Center.
WEDNESDAY 19 SEP
Labor & Delivery • 4:30-6:30 p.m. Learn what to expect during delivery in a German hospital. Storck ACS at the Storck Community Activity Center. Contact ACS Family Advocacy Program: 467-2516, 09802-83-2516.
THURSDAY 20 SEP
Recipe Swap • 3 p.m. Come prepared to share your great lunch ideas! Storck Community Library. Operation Rising Star Round 3 • 6:30 p.m. Terrace Playhouse on Bleidorn. Come cheer on your favorite performer. Details: 468.7636, 0981.183.7636.
FRIDAY 21 SEP
Oktoberfest Pottery Painting Party • 10-6 p.m. Decorations, music and themed painting ideas. Wear your dirndl or lederhosen! Prices by item and include paints and studio time. All ages. Bring your friends, drinks and snacks. Arts and Crafts on Barton.
SATURDAY 22 SEP
Prague For the Day • For BOSS and the Community. Explore the famous sites of the Charles Bridge, Market Square and more. $99 adults, $59/children, $215/family, chldren 3 and under free! Transportation only. Sign up at Outdoor Recreation. Oktoberfest Pottery Painting Party • 10-6 p.m. Decorations, music and themed painting ideas. Wear your dirndl or lederhosen! Prices by item and include paints and studio time. All ages. Bring your friends, drinks and snacks. Arts and Crafts on Barton. Parent’s Day Out • 10-3 p.m. Do something just for yourself as your child has fun at the Storck CDC and SAC. Deployment discounts can apply. Your child must be registered and signed up with Parent Central Services. IMCOM Fitness Day • 10:00 a.m. Katterbach Fitness Center. Festive Costume Making, Part 2 • 1-5 p.m. Create a one-of-a-kind, keepsake costume in this 3-part class (8, 22 Sep, 13 Oct) at the Arts and Crafts Center. Open to all ages with responsible adult. $37.50 Details: Arts and Crafts on Barton.
TUESDAY 25 SEP
ACS Stress & Anger Management • 2-4 p.m. Learn to manage the tough times and better control your anger. Sign up at Storck ACS.
THURSDAY 27 SEP
Operation Rising Star Finals! • 6:30 p.m. Terrace Playhouse on Bleidorn. Come cheer on your favorite performer. Details: 468.7636, 0981.183.7636. Ancestor Appreciation Day: Genealogy Workshop • 3 p.m. Learn how the Storck Library database can help you discover your family history.
FRIDAY 28 SEP
Paint Your Own Pottery! • 1-6 p.m. Paint it and bring it home the same day at the Recreation Center in the Storck CAC, Bldg 6510. Details: 467.4663,09841.83.4663.
SATURDAY 29 SEP
Oktoberfest Trip • The most famous in Germany. Join Outdoor Rec and leave the driving to us! $45/adults, $35/children, $109/family, children 3 and under: Free! Includes transportation only. Sign up at Outdoor Recreation USUAEUR BOSS Dodgeball Tournament • 11 a.m. Come on out to the Stork Fitness Center as Ansbach BOSS hosts a Europe-wide tournament. Come and play or come and cheer on the teams competing! Details: 467.2921, 09802.83.2921. Kinderfest • 12-3 p.m. Spend time and fun with the special children in your life. Face painting, Furry Friends Petting Zoo, Bungee Trampoline, Balloon Clown, refreshments and more. Von Steuben Community Center on Bismarck. Rain plan: Katterbach School Age Center, Bldg 5515.
US Army Garrison Ansbach
Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation Ansbach Arts & Crafts Barton Barracks Bldg. 5262 0981.183.7627 / 468.7627 Mo, Th, Fr.....12-8 p.m. Tu/We............CLOSED Sa/Su............10-6 p.m. ansbachartscrafts@eur.army.mil Army Community Service (ACS) Katterback Kaserne Bldg. 5817A 09802.83.2883 / 467.2883 Mo - Th.........8-5 p.m. Fr..................11:30-5 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6510 09841.83.4555 / 467.4555 Mo - Th.........8-5 p.m. Fr..................11:30-5 p.m. Ansbach Army Lodging Urlas Development Bldg. 8152 09802.83.7014 / 467.7014 Mo - Fr..........7 a.m.-10 p.m. Sa/Su............9 a.m.-5 p.m. U.S. Holidays........ 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Army Recreation Machine Program Gaming Area Storck Barracks Bldg 6508 09841.83.4530 / 467.4530 M/W/Th.........7:30-8 p.m. Fr..................7:30-9 p.m. Tu.................CLOSED Sat/Sun.........1-8 p.m. U.S. Holidays........ CLOSED
Primo’s kitchen closes 1 hr before facility.
Automotive Skills Barton Barracks Bldg. 5262 0981.183.7662 / 468.7662 Mo/Th/Fr.......11:30-8 p.m. Tu/We............CLOSED Sa/Su............10-6 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6541 09841.83.4608 / 467.4608 Mo/Tu/Fr........11:30-8 p.m. Sa/Su............10-6 p.m We/Th...........CLOSED Automotive Salvage Yard Katterbach KaserneBldg. 5840 09802.83.2753 / 467.2753 Su/Mo...........CLOSED Tu - Fr...........9-5 p.m. BOSS Bismarck Kaserne Bldg. 5845 09802.83.2921 / 467.2921 Bowling Centers Katterbach Bowling Center & Strike Zone Restaurant, Bldg 5509 09802.83.2638 / 467.2638 Mo................11:30-8 p.m. Tu.................CLOSED We - Fr..........11:30-10 p.m. Sa.................12-10 p.m. Su.................2-8 p.m. U.S. Holidays CLOSED Strike Zone’s kitchen closes 30 min. before facility
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Storck Barracks Bowling Center & Primo’s Express Restaurant Bldg 6508 09841.83.4530 / 467.4530 M/W/Th/F......11:30-1:30 p.m. ....................5-8 p.m. Tu.................CLOSED Sa/Su...........2-8 p.m. U.S. Holidays........ CLOSED
Primo’s kitchen closes 1 hr before facility.
Child Development Centers
For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services.”
Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5984 09802.83.2828 / 467.2828 Mo - Fr.........5:45 a.m.-6 p.m. Bldg. 5510 , Katterbach Mo - Fr.........8-5 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6686 & 6504, 09841.83.4505 / 467.4505 09841.83.4423 / 467.4423 Mo - Fr.........5:45 a.m.-6 p.m. Concierge at the Von Steuben Bismarck Kaserne Bldg. 5845 09802.83.2930 / 467.2930 Mo - Fr ........8-4:30 p.m. U.S. Holidays........ CLOSED CYSS Sports and Fitness Barton Barracks Bldg. 5284 Storck Barracks Bldg. 6510 Barton: 0981.183.7866 / 468.7866 Storck: 09841.83.4849 / 467.4849 For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services”.
EDGE! Program
For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services”.
Family Child Care
For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services”.
Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5817A 09802.83.2536 / 467.2536 Fitness Centers Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5805 09802.83.2771 / 467.2771 Mo - Fr.........5:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sa/Su...........9-5 p.m. Training Holidays... 9-7 p.m. U.S. Holidays........ 9-5 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6504 09841.83.4582 / 467.4582 Mo - Fr.........5:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sa/Su...........10-6 p.m. Training/U.S. Holidays....10-6 p.m. Java Café Storck Barracks Bldg.6508 09841.83.4531 / 467.4531 Mo - Fr.........8-5 p.m. Sa................CLOSED Su................11-3 p.m. U.S. Holidays CLOSED
Libraries Bleidorn Housing Bldg. 5083 0981.183.1740 / 468.1740 Mo................CLOSED Tu - Fr ..........11-8 p.m. Sa/Su............11-6 p.m Storck Barracks Bldg. 6503 09841.83.4675 / 467.4675 Sa, Mo .........CLOSED Tu - Fr ..........10-6 p.m. Su.................10-5 p.m. Outdoor Recreation & Soldiers Lake Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5807 09802.83.3225 / 467.3225 Mo - Fr..........11:30-6 p.m. Parent Central Services Webtrac: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/ webtrac/ansbachcyms.html.
Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5818 Ground Floor, Yellow Wing 09802.83.2533 / 2531 467.2533 / 2531 Mo - Th.........8-5 p.m. Fr..................11:30-5 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6510 Storck Community Activity Center 09841.83.4880 / 467.4880 Mo - Th.........10-1 p.m./2-5 p.m. Fr..................11:30-1 p.m. / 2-5 p.m. School Age Centers For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services.”
Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5515 09802.83.2632 / 467.2632 Mo - Fr..........5:45 a.m.-6 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6706 09841.83.4733 / 467.4733 Mo - Fr..........5:45 a.m.-6 p.m. School Liaison Officer Katterbach Kaserne 5818 09802.83.2098 / 467.2098 Hours and times vary. SKIESUnlimited Program For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services.”
Storck Community Activity Center Storck Barracks Bldg. 6510 09841.83.4555 / 467.4555 Mo - Fr . .......8-5 p.m. Recreation Center, Third Floor 09841.83.4714 / 467.4714 Tu-Sa............11-7 p.m. Tax Relief Office (VAT) Bismarck Kaserne, Bldg. 5845 See “Concierge.”
Storck Bldg. 6510 09841.83.4553 / 467.4553 Tu-Th............11-4 p.m. Fr..................11:30-4 p.m. Terrace Playhouse Bleidorn Housing Bldg. 5091 0981.183.7636 / 468.7636 Von Steuben Community Center Bismarck Kaserne Bldg.5845 See “Concierge.”
Youth Centers
For registration and enrollments, see “Parent Central Services.”
Katterbach Kaserne Bldg. 5911 09802.83.2395 / 467.2395 Mo - Th.........2:30-8 p.m. Fr..................2:30-10 p.m. Sa.................1-6 p.m. Storck Barracks Bldg. 6503 09841.83.4066 / 467.4066 Mo - Th.........2:30-8 p.m. Fr..................2:30-10 p.m. Sa.................1-6 p.m. Advertising Commercial Sponsorship Information usarmy.ansbach.imcom-europe.list. mwr-marketing@mail.mil 0981.183.7342 • 468.7342 Email usarmy.ansbach.imcom-europe.list. mwr-marketing@mail.mil Facebook Ansbach Family & MWR Online http://www.ansbach.army.mil Information in this calendar is accurate as of the date of printing. Please verify with local activities for any possible changes. The appearance of advertising in this publication does not constitute DoD, Army, or Federal Government endorsement.
Fun Trips! Black Forest Shopping Trip • Sep 8 $45 Adults, $35 Children, $109 Family
Rhine in Flames Camp & Boat Trip • Sep 15-16 $99 Adults, $59 Children, $215 Family
Prague • Sep 22 $99 Adults, $59 Children, $215 Family
Oktoberfest 2012 • Sep 29 $45 Adults, $35 Children, $109 Family
Alpine Hiking Oberstdorf • Oct 13 $45 Adults, $35 Children, $109 Family
Hamburg & Miniature Wonderland • Oct 20 $129 Adults, $79 Children, $279 Family
And always: Children 3 and under are Free! Sign up for these Excursions with: