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11 September 2013

u.S. army garrison–Tower Barracks/ Rose Barracks

COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

Check for updates on community news, information and events at: www.grafenwoehr.army.mil

September is Suicide Prevention Month. If you see someone close to you or someone in your unit struggling, be compassionate, reach out, and help. If you feel lost, remember that getting help from a friend or from behavioral health is a sign of strength. Call DSN 118, CIV 09641-83-118 for the suicide hotline.

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Here are this week’s stories: Game changer. Three seasoned Soldiers discuss how 9/11 changed the Army. Taking charge. 2CR’s Combined Task Force Dragoon assumes responsibility of several districts in Kandahar. What happens to a dream undeterred? (or: “If you build it …”) After 10 years of planning, Family and MWR will open its new, state-ofthe-art Outdoor Recreation Complex on 24 Sept. A balanced approach. Lowering your cholesterol level is easy once you know how. Safe haven. The Emergency Placement Care program offers temporary respite for at-risk children.

Winter Driving Course For all those new arrival in Germany or for anyone who is uncomfortable driving in winter conditions and ice, the garrison is offering Winter Driving Courses. The course is design to educate drivers on the dangers of driving in snow/ice and to give tips on handling sliding or out of control vehicles. If your unit/organization is interested in this training, please contact William Whitman via email. Classes will alternate between the Vilseck Army Airfield and the Grafenwoehr Motor Pool #5.

National Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month video The DoD wants to remind service members that seeking help is a sign of strength. The military crisis line is available 24/7 and is confidential. Watch the short video here.

September is National Cholesterol Education Month High cholesterol puts you at risk of heart disease and heart attacks. The best way to tackle high cholesterol is prevention.

Nutritionally, there are several ways to improve your cardiovascular health. Consider adopting some of these guidelines for lowering your blood cholesterol (including “the bad” LDL cholesterol) levels.  Consume foods that are naturally high in fiber, especially soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is found in legumes, fruits and root vegetables, as well as oats, barley and flax. The goal is for 10-25 grams of soluble fiber per day.  Limit the amount of saturated fat you consume from dairy products, red meat and tropical oils.  Avoid foods with added trans-fat. This fat comes from partially hydrogenated vegetables oils often found in fried and processed foods like chips, crackers, baked goods and desserts.  Limit you intake of sugar and fructose. This should lower triglycerides, aid in weight loss and will help lower LDL.  Limit your daily cholesterol intake to no more than 200mg.  If you are overweight, lose weight. This will help lower your total cholesterol and raise your HDL. The best way to lose weight and keep it off is to exercise (aerobic – cardiovascular type) and eat a diet that is high in fiber and low in calorie density.

These guidelines are particularly important if you: Have family history of heart disease; are physically inactive (less than 150 minutes of cardio/week); have high cholesterol, high blood pressure or low HDL levels; have diabetes; smoke; are overweight; and over 45 y/o for men and 55 y/o for women.

Patriot Day events 11 Sept: To honor those lost on 9/11, the BMC is holding a series of events on this year’s Patriot Day: Memorial/Wreath Laying Ceremony. 2:30 p.m. in front of 621 in Tower Barracks. Moment of Silence. 2:46 p.m. The

entire BMC will observe a moment of silence at the time the first plane flew into the World Trade Center. On 12 Sept. there will be a “Ride to Remember” at 6 a.m. at the Tower Barracks PX overflow lot. Members of the Tower and Rose Barracks communities are welcome to bring their bicycles for a morning bike ride. The uniform for Soldiers is Summer PT with jacket, reflective belt and helmet.

It’s CFC-O time again…

16 Sept-15 Nov: The 2013 Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas Europe (CFC-O) is starting again. CFC allows members of the community to donate to organizations and give to charitable organizations or give back to the community.

Whether protecting the environment, honoring military veterans, advancing medical research, aiding refugees or providing job training to the homeless, the CFC-O has something for everyone. For more information please contact Christine Nunez by email or phone: DSN 475-6133, CIV 09641-83-6133.

TARP, SETA, OPSEC and Anti-terrorism Level 1 training The United States Army Garrison Grafenwoehr (Antiterrorism and Security Divisions) along with the 66th Military Intelligence Group and JMTC Intelligence and Security, will be conducting the quarterly Community Security Awareness Training consisting of the Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP), Security Education Training Awareness (SETA), Operation Security (OPSEC), and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Refresher Training.

4th Quarter Community Security Awareness Training Schedule: 18 Sept: Tower Barracks, Tower Theater, Bldg. 620. 10:30-11:30 a.m. (LN employees), 1:30-4 p.m. (US personnel) 19 Sept: Rose Barracks, Post Theater, Bldg. 354. 9-11:30 a.m. (US personnel), 1:30-2:30 p.m. (LN employees) This training is a mandatory annual requirement for all DoD personnel including Military, AF/NAF (both US and LN); U.S. Contractor employees are welcome.

InfoExpo.13 24 Sept: Do you know how to book an MWR trip to Budapest, or how to get a fishing license in Germany? At this year’s InfoExpo.13, come find out what recreational resources are available for Soldiers and families on and off post. At the Expo, you can also play poker with the Warrior Zone or test your game hunting skills at the shooting simulator. The InfoExpo.13 will be at the new Outdoor Recreation Complex near Dickhaeuter Lake, directly following its Grand Opening.

Earlier that day at Tower Barracks Bldg. 500, USAG Grafenwoehr’s name will officially be changed to USAG Bavaria. It’s a big day! InfoExpo.13: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Positive discipline seminar 26 Sept: Come join the Special Needs Advisory Council (SNAC) for a seminar and interactive event that focuses on ways to positively shape your child’s behavior. There will be food, a "make and take" craft for parents (with a positive behavior theme), and crafts and games for children. There will also be an information table available with materials covering positive behavior shaping strategies. This program is for families with kids with developmental, educational or medical delays. 9-11 a.m. at the Rose Barracks Chapel, Bldg. 218. Call DSN 476-3221, CIV 09662-83-3221 to sign up.

Community Huddle 26 Sept: The Community Huddle is a bi-monthly, Town Hall style meeting, hosted by Garrison Commander COL James Saenz, for all community members to ask questions to civilian and military leadership and to find out the latest information on programs, events, construction, and other important issues happening in the community. The next Community Huddle will be in the Tower View Inn on Thursday, 26 Sept, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bulk Trash Pickup – County of Neustadt 23 Sept: City Grafenwoehr 28 Oct: Mantel and Steinfels 4 Nov: Netzaberg & City Eschenbach (North of B 470 & South of B 470) Trash must be curbside, in front of your home. Bulk Trash has to be out on curbside NLT 6 a.m. Pick-up is provided by contractors of the County Neustadt.

What will be picked up? Everything, that is too big or too heavy to go into the normal refuse container, such as: Furniture, mattresses, carpets, washing machines, dryers, radios, TVs, ovens, stoves, bicycles, strollers, and other items which cannot be dismantled, torn or broken down to a size that would fit in the regular refuse container. Each single item should be no larger than 80x40x32 inches and should not be heavier than 110 lb. Bulk trash consisting of metal (i.e. bicycles, washers, dryers, stoves, etc.) and electronic equipment (such as large appliances, small appliances, cooling devices, information & telecommunications including entertainment equipment) should be put out separately next to the normal bulk trash.

What will not be picked up?

- Normal refuse, recyclable material, Yard waste like cut grass, branches, etc...

- Hazardous waste - Tires, car parts, batteries, wrecked cars, motorcycles - Doors and windows (with or without glass), laminated floor, rouleaus - Construction debris - Night storage heaters Pick ups will be performed in three steps: 1. Combustible material: like upholstered furniture, mattresses, rugs, etc...

2. Electronic equipment: i.e. TV, PC, printer, scanner, radio, VCR, DVD player, monitor, vacuum cleaner, refrigerators and freezers (no permission sticker required anymore), etc… together with Household Metal items: i.e. bicycles, ironing boards, washer, dryer, dishwasher, stoves (oil stoves and oil barrels must be totally emptied) etc…

3. Salvageable wooden furniture: (i.e. bed frame, wardrobe, chair, table, etc….)

Smaller electronic appliances (i.e. hairdryer, toothbrush, telephones, drilling machine etc.) should be brought to the drop off point “Company Bergler” in Weiherhammer, Etzenrichter Str. 2, Mon.-Fri. from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. hour, CIV 09605-92090.

Any material not picked up must be removed by residents. For more, call your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664.

Bulk Trash Pickup – County Tirschenreuth For Erbendorf, Kastl, Kemnath, Kulmain & Thumsenreuth Pickup is performed by the County Tirschenreuth upon written request by the resident (“Sperrmuellabfuhr auf Abruf”). For a blank form contact your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664.

Bulk Trash Pickup – County Bayreuth For Speichersdorf Pickup is performed by the County Bayreuth upon individual written request by the resident per special application card (“Sperrmuellabfuhr auf Abruf”). To obtain a blank form of this special application card contact your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664.

Fire Prevention Week 6-12 Oct: Cooking is the leading cause of home fires, according to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). So, reduce fire hazards and “keep and eye on what your fry.”  Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you must leave the room, turn off the stove.  When you are simmering, baking, or roasting food, check it regularly, stay in the home, and use a timer.  Keep cooking areas clean and clear of combustibles (e.g. potholders, towels, rags, drapes and food packaging).  Keep children away from cooking areas by enforcing a “kid-free zone” of three feet around the stove.  If you have a fire in your microwave, turn it off immediately and keep the door closed. Never open the door until the fire is completely out. If in doubt, get out of the home and call the fire department  Always keep an oven mitt and a lid nearby. If a small grease fire starts in a pan, smother the flames by carefully sliding the lid over the pan (make sure you are wearing the oven mitt). Turn off the burner. Do not move the pan. To keep the fire from restarting, do not remove the lid until it is completely cool. Never pour water on a grease fire. If the fire does not go out, get out of the home and call the fire department.  If an oven fire starts, turn off the heat and keep the door closed. If the fire does not go out, get out of the home and call the fire department.

Ammunition Community Amnesty Day 8 Oct: If you know of ammunition or weapons that need to be turned in, drop them off at the next Ammunition Supply Point (ASP) #1 Community Amnesty Day for ammunition and explosives (A&E). From 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., come to the Unit Entrance of Ammunition Supply Point #1. Simply approach the gate and let the ASP personnel know that you have amnesty to turn in. They will take it from you on a “No Questions Asked” policy.

AFAP Conference 13-14 Nov: The Army Family Action Plan Conference brings together Soldiers, family members and civilians to discuss how we can improve the garrison with local leadership and subject matter experts. If you have an idea on how to improve our community and would like to participate, please call ACS at DSN 476-2650, CIV 09662-83-2650.

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Take a snapshot of the code with your phone, and the code automatically directs you to ICE.

Stay vigilant and report suspicious activities For emergencies off post call 112, the European emergency number, reachable from fixed and mobile phones, free of charge, everywhere in the EU. Bavaria Military Community officials are asking everyone to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities as soon as they are observed. The safety of our families is one of our biggest priorities. USAG Grafenwoehr Military Police: DSN 476-2490/3397 or CIV 09662-83-2490/3397.

Suicide and Sexual Assault Hotlines Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 118, CIV 09641-83-118. Visit our website for more on suicide prevention. Suicide prevention, sexual assault or just a friendly ear… you’re never alone. Professionals are available to counsel you in confidence. Getting help is a sign of strength.

24 Hour Community Hotlines: Chaplain Hotline 0162-296-0838, Military Police Hotline 09662-83-114, Sexual Assault Hotline DSN 475-4567, CIV 09641-83-4567 or DSN 476-3218, CIV 09662-83-3218 and Emergency Services DSN 117, CIV 09641-83-117.

Army Community Service (ACS) Contact Army Community Service (ACS) Tower Barracks, DSN 475-8371, CIV 09641-83-8371. Rose Barracks, DSN 476-2650 CIV 09662-83-2650.

ACS is now on Facebook and Twitter (Follow GRAF ACS) or email usarmy.grafenwoehr.imcom-europe.mbx.acs@mail.mil for info.

Army Volunteer Corps Employment Readiness For anyone needing assistance with resume building, or one-on-one assistance, please call DSN 476-2650, 4758371, CIV 09662-83-2650, 09641-83-8371.

17 Sept: The 10 Minute Makeover, 10 a.m. – noon, Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 24 Sept: Career Fairs 101, Interview Prep, 10 a.m. – noon, Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 221

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Have questions? Email EFMP directly.

19 Sept: S – 1 EFMP Brief, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 25 Sept: EFMP Enlightenment Group, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Tower Barracks, ACS, Bldg 244

Family Advocacy Program Hotlines to help: Domestic Violence 09662-83-3218 or 09641-83-5130. Please contact us for a complete listing of programs and services offered.

12 Sept: Community Meet and Greet, 10 a.m., Tower Barracks Army Lodging 19 Sept: Community Meet and Greet, 10 a.m., Rose Barracks, Kristall Inn 18 Sept: Women’s Empowerment Group, 5 – 6 p.m., Tower Barracks, USO Bldg 150

Financial Readiness Services are also available by appointment. For more information on saving your money, you may contact your ACS Financial Readiness at 09662-83-2650 or 09641-83-8371.

18 Sept: Coupon Class, noon – 1 p.m. Tower Barracks, USO, Bldg 150 11 Sept: Financial Literacy, noon – 1 p.m., Tower Barracks, ACS, Bldg 244 17 Sept: 99 Days ‘Til Christmas, noon-1 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322

Mobilization & Deployment Readiness 18 Sept: Resilience Training Modules 3 & 4, 8 a.m. – noon, Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 221 19 Sept: FRG Point Of Contact Training, 10 – 11 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 25 Sept: FRG Funding/Fundraising, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 221

New Parent Support Program Through Oct 11: Great Expectations, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322. (6 Sessions that meet on Friday mornings) 17 Sept – 11 Oct (Tuesdays): Infant Massage, noon – 1 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 Through 8 Oct: Love & Logic, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 18 Sept: Little Hearts Apart Club, 10 – 11:15 a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 134 19 Sept: Nuremberg Zoo Field Trip, 8 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 Clinics and Informational Classes Every Tuesday: Breast Feeding Clinic, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Play Groups Every Tuesday: Tower Barracks, Chapel Annex, 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Every Wednesday: Rose Barracks, Chapel Annex, 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Every Thursday: Netzaberg, Teen Center, 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Newborn Network for parents with babies ages 0 through Walking Every Tuesday: Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg. 322, 1 - 3 p.m.

Hospital Tours st Every 1 Wednesday (except for holidays): Visit Weiden Meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Weiden hospital lobby. th Every 4 Wednesday: Visit Sulzbach-Rosenberg Meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Sulzbach-Rosenberg hospital lobby.

Every Other 2nd Tuesday: Visit Amberg Meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Amberg hospital lobby.

Relocation Readiness Through 31 Oct: SGI/ATS Belly Dancing, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Thursdays, Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 221 12 Sept: Successful PCS Moves 101, 1 – 2 p.m. Thursdays, Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 18 Sept: Military Sponsorship: Train-The-Trainer, 2 – 3 p.m. Thursdays, Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 20 Sept: Level 2 Newcomers Orientation “Welcome To Bavaria” Discover Amberg, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 25 Sept: Immigration Workshop, 11 a.m. – noon, Thursdays, Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 Every Tuesday: English as a Second Language, 10 a.m. – noon, Tower Barracks, Chapel Annex Every Thursday: English as a Second Language, 10 a.m. – noon, Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg. 322.

Military and Family Life Consultants are here for you Military Life Consultants provide solution-oriented consultations to individuals, couples, families, and groups. They are designed to provide anonymous, confidential support to Soldiers and their family members, especially those returning from deployments. To contact a military life consultant, call Rose Barracks 0152-0294-0761 / 017-4147-6846 or Tower Barracks 0152-0293-4290 / 0152-0241-5226, Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.- 8 p.m.

12 Sept: Maintaining A Healthy Marriage During Deployment, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 17 Sept: What To Say When Someone Is Grieving, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322 20 Sept: What To Say When Someone Is Grieving, 9 – 11 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS, Bldg 322

Exchange News Rose Barracks Exchange new closing hours on Sunday There are new closing hours for the Rose Barracks Furniture Store and Food Court. The facilities will close at 6 p.m. throughout the week. Popeyes and Charley’s will close at 5 p.m. on Sundays. Anthony’s Pizza will close at 6 p.m. on Sundays.

Office Source to close 1 Oct: Starting 1 Oct, the Grafenwoehr Office Source will close. Units and facilities must order their Self Service Supply Center (SSSC) through the new online Warehouse Ordering Web (WOW) program and the order is delivered to an Exchange store nearest to the customer for pick-up. See your local Exchange for details.

TKS switch from analog to digital AFN analog signal to the barracks has been switched to a digital signal. In order to receive the digital signal, Soldiers will need to rent a digital receiver from TKS for 11.84 Euro/month or 9.95 Euro/month without the VAT. For additional fees up to 80 euro, TKS will add other channels. Please visit TKS in the Exchange on Tower Barracks for more info.

Volunteers and other help needed Youth sports coaches needed Fall sports starts next week and we still need coaches for cheerleading, soccer and flag football. Contact the Youth Sports and Fitness Office at DSN 475-6655, CIV 09641-83-6655 for an application today!

Volunteers needed for Native American Indian Heritage Month The Equal Opportunity Advisors are seeking volunteers to be committee members for the Native American Indian Heritage Month observance. Committee members will assist in the planning, coordination and execution of the events.

This is an opportunity for community members to come together and represent the Native American culture. If interested, please contact the following EOAs by email or telephone. USAG Graf: SFC Gaillard (475-7215) janette.d.gaillard.mil@mail.mil; JMTC: SFC Fowler (475-8038) christopher.e.fowler10.mil@mail.mil; 2CR: SFC Thurman (476-5386) kenneth.r.thurman4.mil@mail.mil.

Paid music & fitness instructors needed CYSS SKIES Unlimited is looking for talented, experienced and self motivated individuals with a love for children and teaching. SKIES is looking for instructors in music (piano, strings i.e. violin, viola & guitar), all levels of gymnastics and tumbling, Kindermusik, swimming, and Mommy/Daddy and Me Fitness. If you are interested in earning money doing something you love please contact Tammy Weightman, the SKIES director.

Have You Saved a Life Today? Red Cross Needs Volunteers Do you have a background in the medical field or teaching field? The American Red Cross is looking for qualified Volunteer Health and Safety Instructors for our community. Call today to see if you qualify.

Health and Safety Instructors: Volunteers teach lifesaving skills in the community. Classes such as Babysitting, CPR, First Aid, AED and other safety presentations.

Armed Forces Caseworkers: Volunteers work with local members of the military and their families ensuring the delivery of emergency communications.

Health Fair Volunteers: Volunteers staff a table at events in the community and engage those attending in conversations about preparedness and safety.

Office of Volunteers: Volunteers assist with writing volunteer job descriptions, setting up volunteer orientation courses, conduct volunteer screening interviews, help with volunteer placement, record keeping, and recognition. For more, Rose Barracks Red Cross CIV 0966283-1760 DSN 476-1760, Tower Barracks Red Cross CIV 09641-83-1760 DSN 475-1760.

Upcoming events at the Red Cross Please contact the Red Cross for registration and course details at Rose Barracks Red Cross CIV 09662-83-1760 DSN 476-1760, Tower Barracks Red Cross CIV 09641-83-1760 DSN 475-1760.

Seeking Emergency Placement Care Providers The children in the USAGG need you. The Emergency Placement Care (EPC) Program trains individuals to become 24 hour providers for at risk children. The community is in need of more providers as the number of children in imminent danger increased due to the deployment rotation of family members. The training you receive will last you a lifetime and help you build your experience and resume. Call ACS at DSN 476‑2650, CIV 09662‑83‑2650.

Sports, Fitness, Hobbies & Recreation AAFES Movie Listing Tower Barracks listings, click here.

Rose Barracks listings, here.

Women, Infants, and Children Overseas Program (WIC) The DoD offers the WIC Overseas Program to eligible participants living overseas. The WIC Overseas Program provides you and your family with several important benefits: nutritious food, tips on how to prepare balanced meals, nutrition and

health screenings, and access to other resources that help you and your family lead healthier lives. The program is available to eligible participants living overseas, including: civilian employees, DoD contractors, military members and their family. If you or your family member is pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding an infant, or a child up to five years of age, please call our Tower Barracks WIC office in Bldg 213 for an eligibility screening. DSN 475-6821 or CIV 09641-836821.

Vilseck Community and Spouses' Club events Go to their Facebook page for upcoming events and club news.

Grafenwoehr Community and Spouses' Club Go to their Facebook page for upcoming events and club news.

Limited care at Grafenweohr CDC Due to staff shortages, Grafenwoehr CDC will offer limited infant hourly child care during the month of August. If you are unable to reserve hourly care online, contact the Parent Central Office at DSN 476-2760, CIV 09662-83-2760 for assistance.

Bayern Rangers hockey team For info on the Bayern Rangers hockey team please see the team page at www.facebook.com/bayernrangers.

ODR activities All activities are from 6-9 p.m. call Outdoor Recreation at DSN 476-2563, CIV 09662-83-2563 for more.

Mondays: Mountain Bike Mondays. Experience Bavaria from a bike. Rides vary in length from 15 km to 35 km, depending on location and abilities of riders. Prior MTB experience is recommended. Sign up today!

Thursdays: Paddling and rock climbing. Participants will learn to belay/rock climb and canoe/kayak on alternating Thursdays. Classes will continue through the summer.

Sundays are Family Bowling days Sundays: Every Sunday from 2-8 p.m. at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center, kids bowl for $.50 and adults bowl for $1.75. At the Rose Barracks Bowling Center, we offer “All you can Bowl” for one low price. Call the Bowling Centers for more details.

Upcoming MWR day trips Call Grafenwoehr Leisure Travel Services, DSN 475-7402, CIV 09641-83-7402 for more and to sign up for a fun day trips around Europe.

Community Level Basketball Sign-Ups Through Sept: As the weather cools down, head to the court. Sign up through Sept for the Community-Level Basketball season. Call the Tower Barracks Physical Fitness Center at DSN 475-9024, CIV 09641-83-9024 to sign up.

Southern Comfort Dinner 11 Sept: Come enjoy some Southern style comfort foods, from fried chicken to okra. Grafenwoehr Patton Fireside Lounge, Bldg. 209, 5 - 8 p.m.

Survey your World – Military History Group Meeting 11 Sept: Survey your world through a series of Military History discussions where you can share your knowledge and enthusiasm. The next meeting is at the Tower Barracks Library, 11 Sept, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Contact the Grafenwoehr Library for a list of topics. Volunteer presenters are also needed, if you love discussing and teaching about the past, please contact us at DSN 475-1740, CIV 09641-83-1740.

3D Movie Night 12 Sept: Join us in the Warrior Zone’s Movie Theater for a 3D movie. Be in the action with this amazing entertainment experience. For more information and to find out titles, contact the Rose Barracks Warrior Zone, Bldg. 607. 7 p.m.

Quilting Class 12, 19 & 26 Sept: In this class we’ll focus on a Jelly Roll Criss-Cross Beg Quilt. If you’re interested in piecing together you’re very own quilt, this class is perfect for you. Makes a great gift, just in time for the holidays! For more classes and fun arts & crafts events, please contact the Heart & Home Crafts Shop. 9 a.m. or 4 p.m. Heart & Home Craft Shop, Tower Barracks, Bldg. 607.

A Complete History of the Army Dinner Theater 13 & 14 Sept: Enjoy a delicious dinner while watching a hilarious, brief and cheeky look at the history of the U.S. Army.

This fast-paced, slap-stick comedy was written in 2010 by Toby Atkinson and Marynell Hinton for an Army Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C. Show lasts about an hour. 7:30 p.m. at the Tower View Conference Center, Bldg. 209. Call the Performing Arts Center at DSN 475-6426, CIV 09641-83-6426 for more.

Fitness Day 14 Sept: Join us at the Tower Barracks Physical Fitness Center and check out all the fitness opportunities we have to offer. We will have a large variety of Fitness Classes and Health & Wellness Services, such as Massages Demos, Fitness Assessments and Personal Fitness Trainer information. Services and classes will be offered for FREE on this day, so don’t miss out!

“Blackbeard the Pirate” auditions for Missoula Children’s Theatre 16 Sept: Auditions will be held for Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT) production of “Blackbeard the Pirate.” Those auditioning should arrive at 3:15 p.m. and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions. Approximately 60 roles are available for local students. All students grades K-12, are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Most students will rehearse four hours each day, Monday through Friday. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Netzaberg Elementary and Middle School MPR. For more, call CYSS at DSN 476-2760, CIV 09662-83-2760.

Seafood Night 18 Sept: Feast on the fried or blacken shrimp, catfish, flounder or tilapia seafood platter. The platters come with a variety of side choices. 5 - 8 p.m. Tower Barracks Patton Fireside Lounge. Bldg 209.

“Blackbeard the Pirate” performance for Missoula Children’s Theatre 21 Sept: What starts as a lazy day at the beach, quickly turns into mystery and adventure when the search for Blackbeard’s treasure begins! All the actors are K-12 students in our community. Come support them! 11 a.m. Netzaberg Elementary and Middle School MPR.

Fall Car Boot Sale in Rose Barracks 21 Sept: If you missed the last sale in Tower Barracks, head to Rose Barracks for the wildly popular Library Car Boot Sale. If you want to sell, there are still spots available. Call the RB Library at DSN 476-1740, CIV 09662-83-1740 to sign up to sell your goods. The sale is 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Rose Barracks Library, Bldg. 2222.

CYSS presents …Rock Band Contest 2013 Starts 23 Sept: The Rose Barracks Youth Center is taking the critically acclaimed video game and turning it into a fullscale battle of the bands. Local winners will then battle champions from other European Garrisons! Youth in grades 6-12 may participate. The Netzaberg Youth Center starts their Contest on 21 Oct. Rose Barracks Youth Center, Bldg. 1706.

New ODR complex grad opening 24 Sept: We are excited to announce the opening of the new Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Complex at Camp Heritage/Dickhaeuter Lake. The facility will offer a great variety of recreational programs, including Leisure Travel Services. Leisure Travel Services in Tower Barracks, Bldg. 539 has closed and will relocate in the new complex upon opening.

BINGO! 26 Sept: Try your luck with America’s number one game, BINGO! Try your hand at winning cash prizes while enjoying a dinner buffet. Only ID Card Holders 18 and older, please. Doors open at 5 p.m., early bird 6 p.m., regular 7 p.m.

Grafenwoehr Tower View Conference Center, Bldg. 209.

Mass CPR training days 27 & 28 Sept: Are you confident you can perform CPR in an emergency? Could you do it on a toddler? What about an infant? The community is welcome to the Red Cross Mass CPR/First Aid/AED Event at the Tower Barracks Field House, Bldg. 547. The training will be set up with qualified instructors to certify you in CPR/AED/First Aid. The class is $40 per person and open to all ID card holders. You can choose from these times to attend: 27 Sept: 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. or 2-3:45 p.m. 28 Sept: 10-11:45 a.m. Space is limited. To register, call DSN 475-1760, CIV 09641-83-1760 or email.

Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop Don't Miss Our Great Deals! 50% off pink tags and 50% off expired consignment items.

Watch the GCSC Thrift Shop FB Page for member specials. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - 3 .pm.; Thursdays 11 p.m. - 5 p.m.; 1st and 3rd Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in Grafenwoehr Bldg. 508. Want to give back to your community?

Volunteer! Help your community by consigning or donating today. PCSing? No problem; we will mail you your check. For more, CIV 09641-926-0377, online, or find us on Facebook.

Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Facebook page. Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop: Bring your gently used items to Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks. *The September sales are: All YELLOW tagged items are Buy One Get One Free! Video Games 25% off! Blue Jeans are 50% off, so they are only $1.50! All Sales Apply to Color Tags Only. We now accept Fall/Winter clothes for consignment. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues, Wed &Thurs. 14 Sept, will be Mystery Sale Saturday. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. come see what sales we’re having this day only. DSN 476-2649, CIV 09662-83-2649, or email for more information. Volunteers and donations are always welcome!

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Facility & Road/Openings/Construction/Closures Rose Barracks Library & Tower Barracks Auto Center day closure 16 Sept: The Rose Barracks Library and Tower Barracks Automotive Skills Center will be closed today for the annual FMWR works outing.

Leisure Travel Services closure The Leisure Travel Services in Tower Barracks, Bldg. 539 is closed and has been consolidated at the Rose Barracks ODR, Bldg. 2236.

Grand opening of new ODR complex 24 Sept: The new ODR complex has its grand opening today. The complex is located near Dickhaeuter Lake and will feature a high-ropes course, climbing wall, campgrounds, two and three bedroom cabins, equipment checkout, playgrounds, and fishing, paddling and kayaking on the lake.

Central Issue Facility (CIF) closure 27 Sept: CIF in Rose Barracks and the CIF Annex in Hohenfels will be closed for customer service during their organizational day. Please plan around the closure.

Rose Barracks Fitness Center closure 11 Oct: The Rose Barracks Fitness Center will be closed on this Training Holiday Friday for annual cleaning of ceiling ventilation elements; detailed maintenance/service of all equipment; and, annual contracted facility cleaning services. We apologize for the inconvenience, and ask for the community's understanding as we undertake these measures to ensure safety and hygiene standards are met. The Tower Barracks Fitness Center will be open.

Religious Weekly Bible Study Velburg Truth Center meets for Bible Study every Wednesday at 7 p.m. In addition to weekly Bible Study, we also have church service every Sunday at 11 a.m. We are located at Alleeweg 2 Velburg, Germany 92355. Please email Brenda Means or call 0172-892-3771 for more.

Off post church services Eschenbach - Roman Catholic Mass Saturday services at St. Laurentius: 6 p.m. (1st Mass of Sunday) Sunday services at St. Laurentius: 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Monday services at St. Laurentius: 6 p.m.

Tuesday services at Apfelbach: 6 p.m.

Wednesday services at St. Laurentius: 8 a.m.

Thursday services at St. Laurentius: 4:15 p.m. (geared toward children) Grafenwoehr Sunday services at Friedenskirche: 8 a.m. and 10.30 a.m. Family services every 1st, 3rd and 4th Sunday Monday services at Maria-Himmelfahrtskirche: 8.30 a.m.

Tuesday services at Friedenskirche: 7 p.m.

Wednesday services at Seniorenheim St. Sebastian: 4.30 p.m. 2nd Wednesday of every month; 7 p.m. at MariaHimmelfahrtskirche Thursday services at Friedenskirche: 4:15 p.m., students’ service Friday services at Friedenskirche: 1-2 p.m. 1st Friday of every month; 7 p.m. 1st Friday of every month.

Saturday services at Friedenskirche: 4 p.m. Rosary; 6 p.m.

Gmuend Sunday services at Herz-Marien-Kirche: Alternating weeks, 9:15 a.m. or 7 p.m.

Thursday services at BRK Seniorenheim: 3 p.m. 1st Wednesday of every month.

Friday services at Herz-Marien-Kirche: 6.30 p.m. during winter, 7 p.m. during summer.

Goessenreuth Thursday services at Michaelskapelle: 7 p.m. during winter, 7.30 p.m. during summer.

Huetten Sunday services at Josefs Kirche: Alternating weeks, 9:15 a.m. or 7 p.m.

Thursday services at Josefs Kirche: 7 p.m.

Saturday services at Josefs Kirche: 5 p.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Sunday services at Grafenwoehr, Vilseckerstr. 7. 9:30-10:40 a.m. Sacrament, 10:50-11:30 Sunday School, 11:40-12:30, Preisthood/Relief Society.

Grace Baptist Church in Grafenwoehr Sunday services in Grafenwoehr at Alte Amberger Str. 43, 92655.GrowGroups (Sunday School): 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:45 a.m. Evening Bible Study: 6 p.m. Homegroups in various locations during the week.

Chaplain Crisis Line After duty hours, please call: MP STATION CIV 09662-83-2490 or 09662-83-3397 / DSN 476-2490 or 476-3397.

USAG-Grafenwoehr IOC CIV 09641-83-7226 / DSN 475-7226. CHAPLAIN CRISIS LINE CIV 0162-296-0838.

During business hours: Tower Barracks Chapel: DSN 475-1570, CIV 09641-83-1570. Rose Barracks Chapel: DSN 4761570, CIV 09662-83-1570.

Adult Education / Training Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Today, a degree isn’t a nice-to-have - it’s a must-have. If you work in the aircraft maintenance field and are ready for advancement, Embry-Riddle can help. Our Bachelor in Aviation Maintenance degree lets you build on the skills you

already possess, while laying the foundation for greater accomplishments. Students will specialize in one of two maintenance functions: Management or Safety. Plus, students gain a solid core of courses in general education, which prepares graduates for success in any industry, not just aviation. For more information on this program or other degree programs ERAU has to offer, contact the Hohenfels office at DSN 466-4139, CIV 09472-83-4139 or email Hohenfels@erau.edu.

University of Maryland University College – Europe UMUC Europe offers Associates, Bachelors and graduate-level degrees in a convenient online or face-to-face format.

Apply at the USAG Grafenwoehr Education Center located on Rose Barracks, Bldg. 223. UMUC offers many financial aid opportunities including FASFA, Tuition Remission, scholarships and Book Awards. Contact us at DSN 476-2462 or CIV 09662-83-2462 or visit our website at www.ed.umuc.edu for more information. You can also “Like” us on Facebook.

University of Oklahoma MA courses The University of Oklahoma in Rose Barracks offers degree programs to military service members and civilians in an accelerated format that meets the demands of the working adult. The university offers both Master of Arts with an emphasis in International Relations and a Master of Human Relations. We are currently enrolling new students. Email Carla Miller or call her at DSN 476-2069, CIV 09662-83-2069. Further information can be found at www.goou.ou.edu.

Summer courses in Rose Barracks: The University of Oklahoma is now offering a Masters in Education in Europe. If you are interested in earning a Master of Education in Vilseck, please complete the one minute online needs assessment. The university will use the confidential information to place the degree program in Europe.

National Test Center (NTC) new hours University of Maryland University College-Europe’s National Test Center (NTC) is now open Monday-Friday 20 hrs/wk from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.! Finish your degree faster by taking advantage of the many exams that are being offered at the NTC. The NTC offers computer-based exams for college credit including CLEP, DSST, GMAT, IT certifications, and many other professional certification exams. The NTC is excited to offer all five modules of the GED in a computer-based format. Call Kristin Wright at DSN 476-2462, CIV 09662-83-2462, or email her to schedule an appointment.

Central Texas College CTC provides soldiers and their families with associate degree programs in many Vo-Tech career fields with both face-toface classes and distance learning (online) classes. In the USAG Grafenwoehr community, there are currently three faceto-face programs running continuously year-round. For more, email CTC field representative Chuck Sligh or call DSN 476-2362, CIV 09662-83-2362.

School News VFW Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy scholarships Deadline 1 Nov: The VFW has two scholarships available for high school and middle school students.

Students in 6-8th grade are eligible for the Patriot’s Pen scholarship. Forty-six applicants will win scholarships ranging from $500-5,000. This year’s essay theme is “What Patriotism Means to Me.” You can find the application guidelines and form here. High schoolers are eligible for a $30,000 scholarship and $1,000-16,000 scholarships. Their essays’ theme is “Why I’m Optimistic about our Nation’s Future.” Application guidelines and form is here.

VFW Teacher of the Year Award nomination Deadline 1 Nov: Do you know a teacher devoted to education, their country and community? You can nominate them for the VFW Teacher of the Year Award. Teachers will be judged in K-5, 6-8 and 9-12 categories. Those nominating the teacher must describe in 350 words or less why the educator deserves the honor. You can find more on how to nominate here.

Grafenwoehr Elementary School Bus Office: If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student, please contact Mr. Jimmy Avery or Mr. James Moss at the SBO office; CIV 09645-917-9254 DSN 472-9254.

Box Tops: Please don’t forget to keep bringing in your Box Tops to our PTSA.

PCSing soon?: Please contact our registrar for the last day notice paperwork. DSN 475-6132, CIV 09641-83-6132.

Please remember if you wish to hand carry records to your child’s new school we will need 5 working days notice along with the last day notice.

School Office Hours School Hours Phone Numbers Mon.‑ Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mon.‑ Fri. 8:15 a.m.‑2:35 p.m.

DSN 475‑7133, CIV 09641‑837133

Vilseck Elementary School Vilseck Elementary School administrators and faculty wish all of our students and their parents a safe and enjoyable summer. Students, don’t forget to keep reading and do some math, and by all means enjoy being outside and playing in and around Germany.

Child Find: What is child-find screening? Preschool Child Find is a developmental screening for children ages 3-5 identifying children with developmental delays or other special education needs. For children under age 3 please contact EDIS at 09662-83-3221.

What is the process? A Child Find team made up of the preschool special needs service provider, speech and language pathologists and the occupational therapist screen the children for developmental delays. These free screenings take place monthly.

How does it work? Parent submits the Child Find questionnaire (which they can pick up in the office or find on the school website); they are set up with an appointment for the screening. When they come in for the screening the child must first pass a vision and hearing screen by our school nurse. Then they are screened by the team. If the child is suspected of having any delays the team will refer them for further formal evaluation.

Why is it important? When learning challenges are identified at a young age, early intervention can help the child with learning tasks.

If parents are interested, what do they need to do? They can go to the school’s website and find the link for Child Find.

Under that link is a questionnaire they need to fill out and email back to the email address provided on the form. Someone will be in contact with them within 48 hours. If they do not hear back please contact the school at 09662 832812 and let them know what happened. (Just in case the email was rejected as SPAM) Continuous School Progress Goals: Goal 1: By 2016 all students will improve competency with numbers and operations as measured by increased performance on assessments.

Goal 2: By 2016 all students will demonstrate improved reading comprehension through written and oral communication as measured by increased performance on assessments.

School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.‑Fri. 8:25 a.m.‑2:35 p.m. CIV 09662‑83-2812 / 2673, DSN 476‑2812/2673

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12 Sept: 1 day for Sure Start students.

26 Sept: Johnny Appleseed Day. 30 Sept: NO SCHOOL for students. Teacher work day.

23-27 Sept: Picture week. Your child will have their picture taken sometime this week.

3 Oct: Fall Fest. 5:30-7 p.m. Food, games, and prizes. A family event. MPR. 11 Oct: School-wide Volksmarch. 8:30-10 a.m. Route throughout Netzaberg.

14 Oct: NO SCHOOL. Columbus Day. st 31 Oct: End of 1 Quarter.

P.E.: Mr. Gray, our P.E. teacher, is asking for old sport shoe donations of all sizes. Many kids forget their sport shoes and this way Mr. Gray can loan them a pair for class. All sizes welcome.

Library: Our school librarian, Dinah Tague, would love volunteers to help out in the library. She needs people willing to wash books, straighten shelves, label books, take pictures, and create bulletin boards.

Attendance: If your student is going to be late or absent, please email us at our new email address: NetzabergES.attendan@eu.dodea.edu OR call 09645-917-9184/9183, DSN 472-9184/9183 by 0830.

Bus Office: If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student, please contact Mr. Jimmy Avery or Mr. James Moss at the SBO office; CIV 09645-917-9254 DSN 472-9254.

Child Find: Do you have questions about your child’s development (ages 3-5 years)? For further information on Child Find developmental screenings at Netzaberg Elementary School, please call CIV 09645-917-9185 or DSN 4729185.

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School Office Hours School Hours Mon.- Fri. 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-.2:35 p.m.

Netzaberg Middle School

Important Phone Numbers CIV 09645-917-9185/4 DSN 472-9184

26 Sept: Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly, 2-2:30 p.m., Gym 30 Sept: No School for Students Are you PCSing soon? Please give Mrs. Ferdinand-Bessant a call at DSN 472-9233, CIV 09645-317-9233 so that she can assist you with your transition.

Is your student going to be absent? Please email the attendance clerk, Mr. Campbell at Willis.Campbell@eu.dodea.edu Bus Office: If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student, please contact Mr. Jimmy Avery or Mr. James Moss at the SBO office; DSN 472-9254, CIV 09645-917-9254 Find us on Facebook: Like our page and you will always have access to the most update information about your student’s school. We will also be able to upload photos from the various activities.

Homework club: Does your student need help with math, science, language arts or social studies? Come get the assistance they need! Meet afterschool every day, except Friday, from 1445 to 1600hrs. See the front office for permission slips.

After School Sports: Giving student the opportunity to play after school every Tuesday & Thursday in a safe environment in a variety of fitness activities. See the front office for permission slips.

School Office Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

CIV 09645-917-9232/9233/9229 DSN 472-9232/9233/9229

Vilseck High School Free, Online Tutoring All U.S. military families can receive free online tutoring, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Go to http://www.tutor.com/military for more information.

VHS Facebook Page Vilseck High School updates and pictures are always available at our Facebook page.

School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mon.‑Fri. 8:10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CIV 09662‑832864 / Fax 09662-832480 DSN 476‑2864

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Flea markets Every Sat., 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., in 93059 Regensburg inside the building at Am Protzenweiher 27, ph 0941-82-933. The market will not take place on German holidays.

Every second Sat. of the month: 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.: in 90443 Nuremburg, Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße.

Every third Sat. of the month: 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. in 92224 Amberg, Kaufland-Parkplatz, An den Franzosenaeckern Every third Sun. of the month: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Trödel- & Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg), at the "Globus" DITY store, Pommernstraße 4.

Fest: Altstadt-Fest, 12-23 Sept: daily 11 a.m. - 11 p.m., in 90403 Nürnberg, at the Vordere Insel Schütt. 800 performers will entertain you with a variety of concerts. There is also the Fischerstechen where competing teams try to push each other off a boat with long poles. The complete program will be announced here (only GE). Due to the difficult parking situation, it is highly recommended you take the train into Nürnberg. See the tips on the first page of this document.

Street Market: Herbstmarkt 12-29 Sept: in 90403 Nürnberg, on Hauptmarkt. The street market accompanies the Altstadt-Fest and provides you with delicious food and shopping. They are open Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday, 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Due to the difficult parking situation, it is highly recommended you take the train into Nürnberg.

Onion Fest in Bamberg 13-15 Sept: in 96052 Bamberg, on Böhmerwiese in the historic city center, Heiliggrabstraße 57. Loads of onion dishes and snacks will be served but that has almost been sidelined. The attraction now is the party that's going on, from free live bands to Maßkrug-Stemmen (competition on how many full steins you can lift), going up on the ladder of the fire truck, and special entertainment for children. A fest tent will also be put up.

Line dancing classes in English 13 Sept: The Flying Boots Line Dance Group offers free line dance lessons for beginners. A new class will start on 13 Sept at 7:30 p.m. at the Gasthaus “Scherm Karl”, Marienplatz 13 in Eschenbach. For more, call 0171-1463635. The instructor speaks English. You can find more info here: www.flyingboots.de

Weiden’s Fall Festival 14 Sept: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. in downtown Weiden. A number of shops, stands and entertainment will offer colorful attractions with the theme “Bavarian-Italian.” Starting at 9 a.m., PRO WEIDEN will host a Weisswurst and beer breakfast at Oberer Markt square with Zoigl. At noon, food stands throughout the downtown area will sell Bavarian and Italian food. Music and dancing performances will take happen on the PRO WEIDEN stage in front of the Altes Rathaus. There are also kids games and a kids’ flea market at 2 p.m. at the Unterer Markt square.

Special Sales: "Herbstfest" 14 Sept: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, all around the Altstadt = old city. The fest celebrates the friendship between Weiden and the Italian city of Macerata. Various activities for children and adults will be in the city center, including a Kinder-Flohmarkt. Special sales in and in front of stores will be available. Click for a map of suggested car parks.

Historical Arts and Crafts Market 14 Sept: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., at the Fränkische-Schweiz-Museum in Tüchersfeld, Am Museum 5 (falls under 91278 Pottenstein, in the beautiful Fränkische Schweiz). This is a wonderful traditional arts and crafts market in the beautiful setting of the museum. A great day to show your kids how things used to be done: brushes, glass, teddy bears, hats, puppets, leather, baskets, felt, and much more. There will be special activities for children. Between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Sunday, families can come in for free.

Street Market: Herbstgoldener-Sonntag-Markt 15 Sept: 10 a.m., in 91327 Gößweinstein, along Viktor-von-Scheffel-Straße (about 10 km / 6 miles west of Pottenstein, in the beautiful Fränkische Schweiz). It is recommended you park at the public car park behind Pezoldstraße 24.

Alternatively, you can go to the cemetery car park behind the basilica, at Viktor-von-Scheffel-Straße 5. Customers of the Hotel zur Krone can also park behind the hotel, at Viktor-von-Scheffel-Straße 1.

Baby and children second hand market 28 Sept: 230 different vendors will sell items for boys and girls, aged 0-14 years. There are also infant-basics, shoes, stroller, car-seats, toys, books, dvds, maternity-clothes, and much more. Location: Grafenwoehr, Jugendheim, Kolpingstrasse 4 (across from the Catholic Church, close to Gate1). Hosted by the Catholic Church Grafenwoehr (100% donation). Early entrance for pregnant women at noon! 1-3 p.m. For questions, please contact Corina Hausner.

“Oktoberfest” in Pressath 2 Oct: In Pressath, Stadthalle (schoolhouse). The event starts at 8 p.m. The band, “Horrido Express” will play BavarianBohemian Brass-Band Music up to current party hits. Typical Bavarian “Brotzeit” will be offered. This will be a good alternative to the ”Munich Oktoberfest.” Free entry. Email here for seat reservations.

Fresh Produce/ Farmers’ Markets Note: If any of the listed days is a German holiday, the markets are usually held the day prior.

In 92224 Amberg: every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m., on the Marktplatz.

In 91522 Ansbach: every Wednesday and Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m., on Martin-Luther-Platz. ***In addition to the regular fresh produce markets, local farmers offer their fresh goods every first and third Saturday of the month at the farmers market on Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Platz (same opening hours). Great opportunity to buy seasonal produce as fresh as it gets.

In Bamberg: Monday thru Saturday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., on Maxplatz. Closed on Sundays and German holidays.

In Neumarkt: every Thursday and Saturday, in Untere Marktstraße. Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

In Parsberg: every Wednesday and Friday on Stadtplatz. Wednesday 7 a.m.-midday, Friday 2-6 p.m.

In Regensburg: every Saturday 7 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Donaumarkt (right next to the Eiserne Brücke / Iron Bridge).

Closest car park is Unterer Wöhrd (and a short walk across Eiserne Brücke), or Dultplatz and Oberer Wöhrd (walk across the Steinerne Brücke / Stone Bridge and turn left).

In 92637 Weiden: every Wednesday and Saturday 7 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Oberer and Unterer Markt / all around the Altes Rathaus (historic city hall, pedestrian zone).

In 97070 Würzburg: Monday thru Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., on Rathausplatz. Closed on Sundays and German holidays.

Guided Tours Segway Tours The latest craze is guided tours through a city on a Segway. Various cities and locations offer those already; some regularly, some only on special occasions. These cities offer regular tours in German - contact them to see if they will do tours in English: Bamberg: ph 0911-933-250 or 09133-768-7819; Garmisch-Partenkirchen: ph 0173-4444-948; Munich: These groups lead tours in English. Segway Tour Munich and City Segway Tours; Nürnberg: 0911-933-250 or 09133-768-7819; Regensburg: Segway Tour Regensburg. Most large cities now offer Segway tours, for example Mindways Segway City Tours (in EN) has routes in Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Köln, Lübeck, and Travemünde.

1 p.m. daily: Walking Tours of Nürnberg in English Nuremberg was once an imperial residence, powerful free imperial city and international trading center. The prosperous city provided the ideal basis for an active cultural and intellectual life and the arts: Even today numerous buildings, monuments and artworks still reflect its former importance. The guided tour through the Old Town offers information and insights on the castle, the fountains and wells, churches and art as well as the city itself past and present.

Meeting point: Tourist Office at the Main Market Square (Hauptmarkt). Duration: approx. 2 ½ hrs. Price: 9 Euros per person, plus price of admission to castle (2 Euros pp). Children under 14 free in the company of their parents.

2 p.m. daily: Guided Tour of 91541 Rothenburg in English, of the most important sights in the historical district Meeting point: Market Square. Duration: 90 minutes. Fee: 6 Euros per person, payable cash to the tour guide 7 p.m. daily: Guided Tour in English of 91541 Rothenburg, with "The Executioner". Meet on Marktplatz, no prior booking required. The tours take place every day and cost 7 Euros per person.

There are tours in German which start at 6 p.m., and also in English, starting at 7 p.m. If you click in the link and scroll down, you can watch a 5-minute promo clip for the executioner's tour (in English but with a lovely Franconian accent). The clip shows some interesting hidden places that you normally don't get to see.

Every Wed. and Sat: 1:30 p.m.: Guided Tour of Regensburg, in English - "Experience a Historical City" In the course of this individually accented tour you get to know the Old City, with its patrician towered houses, the cathedral, the Old City Hall (all from the outside), the Stone Bridge and the Porta Praetoria. Our well-versed guides will be glad to answer any special questions you have, based on your own personal interests.

Fees: Adults 8 Euros, Reduced 5 Euros , Families 12 Euros. Duration: 1.5 hours.

Meeting point: Tourist-Information - Altes Rathaus, Rathausplatz, 93047 Regensburg, ph. 0941-507-4410.

Closest free car parks are "Dultplatz" (Am Protzenweiher/ Oberpfalzbrücke); adjacent "Protzenweiher" (opposite Protzenweiher 27); neighbouring "Wöhrdstraße" (at Wöhrdstraße 18); and adjacent "Unterer Wöhrd" (Wöhrdstraße 60/62). There is also the "Donaumarkt" parking lot (Donaumarkt 1) which is "a walk across the bridge" closer than the "Wöhrdstraße" car park, but it's not free-of-charge, and it's blocked on Saturday mornings for the Regensburg produce market. From any of these car parks it's only a very short walk across one of the bridges. You can get a map of Regensburg's city center from the Tourist Info in the "Altes Rathaus" (old city hall) for free.

Every Friday: 7 p.m. The Nuremberg Nightwatch Tour, in English - with the night watchwoman Re-live history through original, funny and exciting stories with the historian Dr. Ute Jaeger aka the night watchwoman.

Discover the traditional parts of Nürnberg and enjoy its most beautiful sights! Meeting Point is the fountain "Schöner Brunnen", Am Hauptmarkt, 90403 Nürnberg (in the pedestrian zone). Fees are 9 Euros pp.

Every Saturday: 1 p.m. Guided Tour of 97070 Würzburg in English Your stroll starts at the Falkenhaus (location of the Tourist Info, ph 0931-372-398) with its elaborate Rococo facade, followed by a visit to the Marienkapelle (St. Mary's Chapel) featuring sandstone sculptures by Tilman Riemenschneider.

Other highlights include the historical town hall building and the Romanesque cathedral "St. Kilian". From the bridge Alte Mainbrücke, you can enjoy fantastic views of the fortress Marienberg, the pilgrimage church Käppele and the famous vineyards. Tour lasts around 1.5 hrs, tickets cost 6 Euros per adult. Between 7 May and 29 October, additional English tours are held every Friday at 1 p.m.

Every Saturday: 2 p.m. Guided Tour in English of Albrecht Dürer's House in Nürnberg’s historical city center, AlbrechtDürer-Straße 39 (in the pedestrian zone). Admission is 5 Euros (normal), 2.50. Euros (reduced) Famous painter Albrecht Dürer lived in Nürnberg (1471 – 1528) – you might know him best for his “Praying Hands” –, and his original residence in Nürnberg’s pretty city center has been converted to a museum. Every Saturday, an actress in historical gowns offers guided tours of the house in English, telling its history from the viewpoint of Dürer's wife Agnes.

Every Saturday: 3 p.m. Guided Tour in English of the Church of St. Jacob's in 91541 Rothenburg.

A public and free tour in English of the famous StJakobs-Kirche (church). You only pay the entrance fee for the church: 2 Euros for adults; 0.50 Euros for students, pupils; groups from 10 person: 1.50 Euros. No reservation necessary! Duration: ca. 45 minutes. Meeting Point: front row inside the church.

Every Saturday: 8 p.m. Guided Tour in English with the Night-Watchman in 91541 Rothenburg on Marktplatz = Market Place. Take a walk back in time with the Night-watchman through the romantically-lit streets of Rothenburg.

Meeting point is on Market Square, the tour lasts about 60 minutes. Fee is 7 Euros per person, payable in cash to the Night-watchman.

Useful links in English for everyday life in Germany Find German zip codes: German Post's website Find German phone numbers: Das Telefonbuch English Historic Germany: http://www.hhog.de/ Loads of information about Germany, language and customs: http://german.about.com/.

German-American Kontakt Club The Vilseck Kontakt Club meets every Friday at 7 p.m. for Stammtisch at the Club House, Rose Barracks Bldg. 301.

Those interested in the Vilseck Club please register with Daniel Koenig or sign up with the Vilseck Kontakt Club at the website by filling out the Mitgliedsantrag (Member registration form). The Grafenwoehr Kontakt Club meets every Monday for bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center and every Wednesday for Stammtisch at the Clubhouse. For more on the Graf Club, call CIV DSN 475-7878, 09641-83-7878 or email.