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30 July 2014 U.S. Army Garrison BAVARIA–Tower Barracks/ Rose Barracks

COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

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

56th Annual German-American Volksfest After a year of absence, the highly anticipated German-American Volksfest in Grafenwoehr is back! Be sure to check out the “Favorite Places to Visit in America” themed booths.

1-3 Aug from 11 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. all three days http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/56thannual-germanamerican-volksfest/?eID=

Click on a section to go straight to its page: ACS / Adult Education & Training / Community Highlights / Exchange News / Facility & Road Openings, Closures, Construction / Religious / School News / Sports, Fitness, Hobbies & Recreation / Volunteers & other help needed / Was ist Los?

Community Highlights Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more

“Like” us on Facebook “Like” U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria on Facebook for up-to-the-minute information, to peruse pictures of community events, for a rundown of fests, fairs, markets and shows in Bavaria. There are also force protection tips and updates on protests and demonstrations in our area.

Follow us on Twitter Follow us for news and updates about the Bavarian Military Community, Army, DoD and Europe. Here’s our page: https://twitter.com/USAGBavaria. Our Twitter handle is @USAGBavaria.

Bavarian News online Head to the Bavarian News website to get timely news and see what events are happening in the community.

Here are the latest Bavarian News stories for this week: Been away for a while? Check out this short video update on USAG Bavaria events in the past month. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7A6B_VPFNmU&list=FLqFLGktArwHOA_I1d7MSKgg&index=2.

Reason to celebrate. The German-American Volksfest returns to Grafenwoehr. http://www.army.mil/article/130059/.

Was ist los, Bavaria? Looking for things to do in and around Bavaria? Check out this article and more on Bavarian News Online. http://www.army.mil/article/130556/.

Senior leaders explain Army's drawdown plan. http://www.army.mil/article/130534/.

Civilian mentor program shapes Army installation management's future. http://www.army.mil/article/130378/.

Prevent heat injuries with both food and water. http://www.army.mil/article/130612/.

Odierno discusses leadership development, Army future with Soldiers. http://www.army.mil/article/130606/.

For these stories and more, visit www.bavariannews.com.

High-Visibility Vests Now Required Inside Vehicles A new regulation now makes it mandatory to have a high-visibility vest inside vehicles in Germany. The vest can be red, yellow or orange, but must comply with German or European standards. Drivers found without a vest in their vehicles may be fined. The vest must be inside the passenger compartment of the vehicle and not in the trunk. Only one vest per car is required, but one vest for each person is not discouraged. Fines can be as high as 1,300 euros.

Vehicle Registration appointment line In light of the recent back-log at vehicle registration, USAG Bavaria has created an appointment line to help streamline the process. Customers can make appointments for 30 days out for 8-10:50 a.m. The office will accept walk-ins from 11:30 a.m-3:30 p.m. The vehicle registration appointment line is DSN 475-6752, CIV 09641-83-6752. Customers can call from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., except from 11-11:30 a.m. (lunch), to make appointments.

ID card section requests patience during peak season Due to system issues the waiting times to receive ID Card/DEERS services can be expected to be up to 3 hours. Please make appointments online at https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=411.

Priority of services is as follows: 1) Individuals with Appointments, 2) Pin Resets, 3) In/Out Processing customers 4) customers needing new cards/DEERS enrollments. This prioritization of services is due to the length of time each service requires.

All non-appointment customers must sign in at the waiting room. The sign-in roster will be removed once we meet capacity for the day's walk-ins. Our customers must understand that services must be completed by the end of the business day. Due to funding, we are not authorized to maintain employees beyond their scheduled duty day or during lunch.

We will strive to see all customers but request your patience and understanding. We apologize for the delays and appreciate the community’s understanding as we work to return to full operational strength.

2CR Soldiers who require PIN resets, In/Out Processing, DEERS updates and unblocking of CAC cards must now go to BLDG 306, Second Floor, Rose Barracks effective immediately. 2CR Soldiers requiring new or replacement CAC cards will still be serviced in BLDG 244, Tower Barracks.

Vilseck Veterinary Treatment Facility – Limited Appointments Due to an unexpected departure of their military veterinarian, as well as the long-term absence of their civilian veterinarian, the Vilseck Veterinary Treatment Facility (VTF) must reduce its appointment availability. Until a new military veterinarian arrives, which likely won't be until September, appointment times will be limited; however, appointments for health certificates and vaccinations necessary for PCS travel will be prioritized.

Pets requiring surgery or sick-call visits will be referred to off-post services or other military veterinary clinics. The VTF will open during normal operating hours for questions, clearing, registration and over-the-counter sales, with hours being: 8 a.m. - noon & 1-4 p.m., Monday-Thursday; and 9:30 a.m. - noon &1 - 4 p.m. on Fridays. Appointments can be made or questions answered by calling the VTF front desk at DSN 476-2370, CIV 09662-83-2370.

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.

ICE QR code Now it’s even easier to submit ICE - Interactive Customer Evaluation comments.

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

Bulk Trash Pick-Up The County Neustadt/WN will pick up bulk trash over the next few months. Bulk trash must be curbside, in front of your home no later than 6 a.m. on the scheduled pick-up day. Pick-up is provided by contractors of the County Neustadt. Please note that pick-ups will occur in 3 stages based on types of items.

Thrifty Tower Thrift Shop The Thrifty Tower thrift shop is located in Bldg. 508 in Tower Barracks. Consignments are accepted during hours of store operation. Hours are Tuesday & Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. and the first Friday of the each month from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. All blue, peach and light green colored tickets are 75% off. Orange and yellow tickets are 50% off all items over $3. We also have clothing racks for .50 cents. Tsp purses $2. All tsp shoes $ 3. We also have TSP jeans for $3. All transformers from 300 thru 1600-watts are $10 off. We are not accepting clothes for consignments for first two weeks of this month. Volunteers and donations are always welcome (remember your donations help our community) CIV 09641-9260377 or on Facebook.

Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Facebook page. Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop: Bring your gently used items to Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks.

For information on what will be picked up, what won’t be accepted and pickup dates for surrounding towns and military housing areas, recycling page on our website.

IG Satellite Office US Army Europe has opened a satellite Inspector General Office on Rose Barracks to provide on-onsite IG services for the Vilseck Military Community. The IG Office is located in building 166, (the former Finance & In-Processing Center), rooms 104 and 110. IG Office hours are from 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, however, IG assistance can also be obtained by calling DSN 476-2965/2967, the USAREUR IG Hotline at 337-5555 or by email at usarmy.wiesbaden.usareur.mbx.oig-hotline@mail.mil.

Soldier for Life Separating from the Service? Did you know that the Soldier for Life: Transition Assistance Program, formerly known as Army Career and Alumni Program, is still a key resource in place to help with the transition to civilian life? Transition, higher education and accredited financial counselors are standing by ready to assist Soldiers, as early as 18 months before exiting the military. For more information go to http://issuu.com/bavariamilitarycommunity/docs/sfl_article_jul_14/0.

Estate claim for fallen Soldier Anyone having claims on or obligations to the estate of CPL Timothy McGriff, 2d Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment, should contact the Summary Court Martial Officer, 1LT Brendan Kreckel at DSN 476-5559 or Commercial 0151 5081 8500.

Travelling outside of Germany Planning on traveling outside of Germany? Don’t forget to check with your unit security office/S2 prior to leaving.

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.

You can also contact ACS via email for info.

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

Army Community Service offers classes on and assistance with financial and employment readiness; mobilization, deployment and relocation readiness; family advocacy and new parent support programs. For a list of the classes and services, go to their webpage, class schedule or Facebook.

For the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), email them directly.

Newcomers!

If you’re new to USAG Bavaria, join us every Tuesday for the Newcomer Meet & Greet, 1:30– 2:30 p.m., Tower Barracks, Bldg 244, Rm 126.1.

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 / 0152-04161349 or Tower Barracks 0152-0293-4290 / 0152-0241-5226, Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Discover your neighborhood Take a tour to Amberg or Weiden. Practice your newly-achieved German skills and visit tourist information offices, city halls, historic sites, as well as shopping areas. Please bring enough euros for lunch at a local restaurant.

29 Aug: Weiden: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Participants meet at the Tower Barracks Bldg 244 Bus Stop or at Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. Call to sign up or for more information. Tower Barracks, DSN 475-8371, CIV 09641-83-8371. Rose Barracks, DSN 476-2650 CIV 09662-832650.

Welcome to Bavaria 25 Aug: Cross-Cultural Relations: Learn basic survival skills; from how to adjust to the new environment to learning general facts about Germany. Language, culture, customs, lifestyle. ACS has you covered! 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Rose Barracks ACS ,Bldg 322. Call to sign up or for more information. Tower Barracks, DSN 475-8371, CIV 09641-83-8371.

Rose Barracks, DSN 476-2650 CIV 09662-83-2650.

Exchange News For Exchange contests, offers and events, please head to www.shopmyexchange.com or their Facebook page. For local happenings, click on the Events tab on the Facebook page.

Exchange Military Star 10 cents off gas 8-10 Aug: Exchange customers will save 10 cents off each gallon of gas Aug. 8-10 when using their Military Star card..

Netzaberg Express New Hours 25 Aug: The Netzaberg Express will begin its new hours starting Aug. 25. The NEW hours are Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sun. closed.

Tower Barracks Express New Hours The Tower Barracks Express, located near the Burger King, is no longer open 24 hours. The NEW hours are SundayThursday: 5 a.m. to 12 a.m., Friday-Saturday: 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. We ask that customers plan accordingly.

Volunteers and other help needed Have You Saved a Life Today? Red Cross Needs Volunteers 6 &12 Aug: Are You Interested in Becoming an American Red Cross Volunteer? We are currently looking for dedicated individuals with a desire to volunteer within the Hohenfels community. Current Volunteer positions include: Office Assistants, Special Events, and Briefing volunteers.

The first step to become a Red Cross Volunteer is attending the New Volunteer Orientation on Wednesday, August 6 from 9-10 a.m., Red Cross Office Bldg. 162, Rose Barracks, or Tuesday, August 12 from 9-11 a.m., Red Cross Office Bldg. 150, Tower Barracks.

For more information on any of these upcoming events, volunteer opportunities or registering for courses, please contact the Tower Barracks Red Cross Office at DSN 475-1760 or CIV 09641-83-1760. Like us on Facebook – RedCrossBMC! Like us on Facebook.

NEW DUTY HOURS – EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, 08:00AM-04:00PM FOR ALL RED CROSS LOCATIONS

Health & Safety Training 13 &14 Aug: Babysitter’s Training from 10am-3pm both days, Bldg 162 Rose Barracks, course fee is $45. Space is limited and registration is required.

22 Aug: Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Training from 10am-1pm, Bldg 162 Rose Barracks, course fee is $55. Space is limited and registration is required.

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

Rose Barracks listings, here.

Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation FMWR hosts a variety of ongoing weekly events, trips, recreational activities and events. To see FMWR’s upcoming activities, check out their website, Facebook page or Bi-Weekly Newsletter.

For a monthly listing of events in USAG Bavaria, see the Link Magazine.

For day and overnight trips, see the Passport Travel Guide.

Bayern Rangers hockey team The Bayern Rangers ice hockey team is gearing up for military and club tournaments. All interested players and fans are encouraged to join in the fun. For more info please see the team Facebook page.

The Bayern Rangers ice hockey team invites all interested DoD ID card holders to practice with the Bayern Rangers and Böheim Knights in September. If you are new to the USAG-Bavaria, and haven't shipped your hockey gear here, now is the time to send it over. The rink address is Am Bad 6, 95666 Mitterteich: 2 Sept., 7:30-9 p.m.; 9 Sept., 7:30-9 p.m.; 14 Sept. 4:45-6:15 p.m.; 16 Sept., 7:30-9 p.m.; 19 Sept., 7:45 – 9:15 p.m.; 23 Sept., 7:30-9 p.m.; 26 Sept., 7:45 – 9:15 p.m.; 30 Sept., 7:30-9 p.m.; 3 Oct., 4:45-6:15 p.m.; 5 Oct,. 4:456:15 p.m.; 12 Oct., 4:45-6:15 p.m.; 19 Oct., 4:45-6:15 p.m.; 26 Oct., 4:45-6:15 p.m.

To join in the fun, just show up. Players must provide their own equipment and chip in to cover the cost of ice time, normally 10 € for a 90 minute skate.

Reconnection Workshop The American Red Cross is offering Reconnection Workshops to support the ease and transitions associated with army life along with training and deployments. These are confidential small-group modules, led by licensed mental health professionals. The workshops focus on building skills that enhance the likelihood of positive reconnections among family members, as well as the successful reengagement of the service member in civilian life, by increasing interactions and developing additional sources of support. Please contact the American Red Cross Station Chief at 09641-83-1760 for dates and times.

Army Wellness Center Want to get fit or lose weight? Have you hit a roadblock or just getting started? There are a multitude of resources available at the Army Wellness Center. They offer Metabolic Testing by appointment to determine caloric intake; basic nutrition classes; and on-going assistance to achieve weight management. You can also get glasses on basic nutrition, sleep hygiene, weight management or make an appointment for a fitness assessment. This is open to all ID Card Holders and you can call 476-4795 or 09662-83-4795 to set up an appointment. http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/wellnesscenter.asp.

Find us on Facebook USAG Bavaria, Army Community Service, VFW Tower Post 10692, Family & MWR, Tower Barracks and Rose Barracks Postal Service Centers, Education Centers, Graf Dog community, the EXCHANGE, Environmental Division, AFN Bavaria, Performing Arts Center, USAG Bavaria Chaplains, Tower Barracks DFAC, BMEDDAC, 2CR, Housing Dept., Provost Marshal Office , Netzaberg Middle School, Netzaberg Elementary School, Vilseck Falcons and Grafenwoehr Community Schools.

Facility & Road/Openings/Construction/Closures

Rosalias Restaurant Now-1 Aug: Closed to replace existing Power Distribution Panels 2-5 Aug: Closed for Volksfest Operations 18-22 Aug: Closed to replace existing Power Distribution Panels

Rose Barracks Bowling Center 31 Jul-5 Aug: Closed for Volksfest Operations

Tower View Conference Center and Bavaria Stub’l 31 Jul-4 Aug: Closed for Volksfest Operations

Rose Barracks Sports Bar 1-3 Aug: Closed for Volksfest Operations

Java Café Langenbruck Center Rose Barracks 1-3 Aug: Closed for Volksfest Operations

Java Café Bar and Grill, Bowling Center 1-3 Aug: Extended Operations will remain open during the Volksfest, additional breakfast hours Sat and Sun 07001000.

Transportation Division, LRC 14 Aug: Transportation Division, LRC Bavaria, will be closed for the annual works outing. This includes Transportation Division, Tower Barracks, Bldg 301, Rm 111, Driver’s Training and Testing Station (DTTS), Tower Barracks, Bldg 301, third floor, Transportation Motor Pool, Tower Barracks, Bldg 481 and Transportation Motor Pool, Rose Barracks, Bldg 351.

The only shuttle bus service on 14 August 2014 is Route # G1: Tower Barracks – Rose Barracks (direct run) – PXExpress and the Early Run. POC for this action is Mr. Gerald B. Ross, Installation Transportation Officer, Transportation Division, LRC Bavaria, 405th AFSB Europe and Africa, E-mail gerald.b.ross.civ@mail.mil, DSN 475-8513.

Rose Barracks Library 8 Sep: Closed for FMWR Annual works outing.

Tower Barracks Auto Skills Center 8 Sep: Closed for FMWR Annual works outing.

Drivers Training and Testing Station move effective immediately Effective immediately, the Drivers Training and Testing Station will relocate from its current location in building 244 to building 301, third floor, room 200b, Tower Barracks. This is the same building as the vehicle registration office is located.

We appreciate your understanding as we seek to ensure better customer service to our customers. POC for this action is Mr. Gerald Ross, Installation Transportation Officer, DSN 475-6343 or Gerald.B.Ross.Civ@mail.mil

Religious For a list of church services and classes, please head to the Religious Services Organization webpage.

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.

Vacation Bible School 4 – 8 Aug: USAG Bavaria, Hohenfels Community from 9 a.m. to noon at the Nainhof Chapel & Hilltop Chapel Center.

11 – 15 Aug: At the Garmisch Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon.

18 – 22 Aug: Tower Barracks and Rose Barracks from 9 a.m. to noon at the Rose Barracks Chapel.

For more information please see our informational flyers at http://issuu.com/kimgillespie/docs/vbs_fy14_flyers_usag_bavaria/0 or e-mail or call Michelle Fullerton - fullerton5@hotmail.com or Alesha K. Wozny - help4ualways@gmail.com Chaplain (LTC) Ko at 476-3340 or Chaplain (MAJ) Patterson 476-3346

Adult Education / Training Contact Army Education Centers Rose Barracks, DSN 476-2753, CIV 09662-83-2753. Tower Barracks, DSN 475-7239 CIV 09641-83-7239. Like us on Facebook or email for info.

FAST Classes 13– 26 Aug Rose Barracks Education Center, Bldg. 223, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The registration period for these classes is from 28 Jul 2014 until the last working day before the particular class begins. Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST) provides Soldiers with instruction in reading, mathematics, and language skills and is an excellent tool to prepare Soldiers to raise their GT score. This class is a 60-hour long course and is limited to twenty students. For more information please contact the Rose Barracks Education Center at DSN 476-2653/2753.

1st Annual CLEP-A-THON at Rose Barracks Education Center Now-31 July: Help us kick off our 1st annual CLEP-A-THON being held at UMUC’s National Test Center (NTC) located in the Rose Barracks Education Center, Bldg. 223. Are you new to the military and are waiting to use tuition assistance? Are you looking to finish your degree faster? CLEP exams are a great way to earn college credit and can help you fulfill your educational goals. Stop in the Rose Barracks Education Center on 30 or 31 July 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. to take any CLEP or DSST exam. No appointments are necessary. CLEP exams are free for active duty service members and are $100 for civilians. Check out http://www.petersonsdodlibrary.com/, https://www.collegeboard.org/, and http://getcollegecredit.com/ for study materials. Test your way to a bright future and contact the University of Maryland University College for more information at DSN 476-2462, CIV 09662-83-2462, or at ntcvilseck-europe@umuc.edu.

University of Maryland University College-Europe For information on classes and sign up dates, contact UMUC-Europe at DSN 476-2462 or CIV 09662-83-2462, or visit our website for more information. "Like" our Facebook page for up-to-date info. You can also visit the garrison universities website.

UMUC Europe is excited to announce registration for Fall 2014 Session 1, with classes starting 18 August. This fall, a new $2,000 Spouse of Servicemember (SOS) scholarship is being offered, as well as a $50 application fee waiver for any students who apply for admission from 28 July to 8 August. More information can be found at http://issuu.com/bavariamilitarycommunity/docs/kaiserslautern/0.

National Test Center (NTC) testing hours Please check the website for latest dates and times. Jump start your education and contact Kristin Wright to schedule an appointment at DSN 476-2462, CIV 09662-83-2462.

University of Oklahoma - Vilseck

Please check the website for latest degree programs offered. Visit us on Facebook at University of Oklahoma in Vilseck www.facebook.com/ouvilseck. You can also visit the garrison universities website.

The Deadline for the PhD in Organizational Leadership has been extended to 15 August. Rose Barracks Fall Registration courses Sept 23-28, PSC 5653 Democracies and Democratization; December 9-14 ECON 5023 Statistics for Decision Making. Call Carla Miller MHR, University of Oklahoma Area Site Director, DSN 476-2069 or 09662-83-2069 apvilseck@ou.edu

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University For information on classes and sign up dates, contact ERAU at DSN 466-4139 or CIV 09472-83-4139, or visit our website for more information. You can also visit the garrison universities website.

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. For more information, contact CTC field representative Chuck Sligh at vilseck@europe.ctcd.edu, DSN 476-2362, CIV 09662-83-2362, Bldg 223, Rose Barracks Mon, Tue and Thur and at the Tower Barracks Multi Learning Facilty (MLF), Bldg. 538 Wed.

School News Grafenwoehr Elementary School 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 Mon.- Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.- Fri. 8:15 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

Phone Numbers DSN 475-7133, CIV 09641-83-7133

Vilseck Elementary School Now until August: REGISTRATION!! If you have a child who will attend VES in 2014-2015, PLEASE visit the school to register your child AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. If your student currently attends VES and you have not done so already, please re-register your student.

Vilseck Elementary School Sure Start Program Sure Start is a preschool program for at risk military families. We provide education, health, nutrition, and social services.

Children who are age four by September 1 are selected using specific criteria. Ranks E-1 to E-4 have priority. Parent involvement is mandatory. Applications for the 2014-15 school year are available now at Vilseck Elementary School.

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

School Hours Mon.-Fri. 8:25 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

Important Phone Numbers CIV 09662-83-2812/2673, DSN 476-2812/2673

Email: nicole.parrish@eu.dodea.edu

Netzaberg Elementary School Sure Start: A preschool program for at risk military families, we provide education, health, nutrition, and social services.

Children who are age four by September 1 are selected using specific criteria. Ranks E-1 to E-4 have priority. Parent involvement is mandatory. Applications for the 2014/2015 school year are available NOW at the Netzaberg Elementary School main office. 09645-9179185 or 472-9185.

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.

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

Netzaberg Middle School – Home of the Knights 18 Aug: Counselors and Nurse Return to School 22 Aug: New Family Orientation – 11:30-12:30 (School Tour – 1230-1245) MPR 22 Aug: Posting of Seminar Class – 5 p.m. (School Library Window and Commissaries (Both Graf and Vilseck) 25 Aug: First Day of School for Students 10 Sep: Open House – TBA 15 Sep – 15 Oct: Hispanic Heritage Month 26 Sep: No School for Students (Staff Training Day) 9-10 Oct: Picture Days Are you PCSing soon? Please contact Mrs. Zenaida Ferdinand-Bessant so she can assist you with your transition.

09645-917-9229 (DSN 472 9229), Option 3.

Student Absent? Please e-mail or call Mr. Chris Campbell at Willis.Campbell@eu.dodea.edu if your student is going to be absent from school. ** If a student is late, a parent/guardian must come to the office to sign them in. 09645-917-9229 DSN 472 9229, Option 1.

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. 09645-917-9229 DSN 472 9229, Option 5.

Find us on Facebook: Like our Facebook 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.

School Office Hours (Summer Hours) Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 9:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

CIV 09645-917-9229 DSN 472-9229

Vilseck High School School Office Hours School Hours Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 8:10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Important Phone Numbers DSN 476-2864, CIV 09662-83-2864, Fax 09662-832480

Was ist Los? Get involved in the local scene *** Does not indicate endorsement by the U.S. Government **

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. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden, Volksfestplatz, Leuchtenberger Straße 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.

Urbanian Run – the new Urban Obstacle Running Series in Germany 5 Oct: The Urbanian Run is a thrilling competition. Participants need to cross a 10 km street circuit passing the hot spots of the city with integrated urban obstacles like tires, containers, etc. The series successfully started in Berlin this April and will take place this year as well in Frankfurt on Oct. 5.

Online Registration. Fill in the voucher code for a discounted start in the field labeled “Gutscheincode” (vouchercode).

More Information, visit the website or Facebook page. You can also email with any further questions.

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.

Off-post movies in English Want to see a movie that’s not playing on post? Two movie theaters in Nuremberg play films in OV (original version), which for American movies, means in English. Check out the Roxy, a small theater with only two screens, or Cinecitta, a larger theater with some films playing in OV.

Useful links in English for everyday life in Germany Find German zip codes: German Post's website 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.

Join the SEAVIPERS Vilseck-Graf Swim Team The VG SeaVipers is a competitive swim team open to kids from ages 6-18 Practices start August 4. Contact vg_seavipers@hotmail.com or 0160/97563381 for more information.

SGT Morales Club 4 Aug: All SGT Morales Members and NCO’s in the rank of CPL through MSG. The next monthly meeting will cover ongoing activities, the membership process and future community events. Meet at the Tower Barracks DFAC at noon.

Brunnenfest at Vilseck Marktplatz 2-3 Aug: The city of Vilseck and the Vilseck Musikverein celebrate the local Brunnenfest this coming weekend. The entire Vilseck market square will be a large fest site. Great music and traditional Bavarian food. The fun starts Saturday at 6 p.m. and again Sunday at 10 a.m. www.musikverein-vilseck.de

Sulzbach-Rosenberg International Music Festival 30 Jul-9 Aug: The Sulzbach-Rosenberg International Music Festival (SRIMF) is an extraordinary event to experience Classical Music at its very best. It is a great cultural addition for our entire region, it promotes international understanding and German-American friendship. 22 Artists / Music Professors, their 65 prize-winning Master Class Students from the United States performing great classical concerts (plus one Opera performance on August 6th).

www.srimf.com/

Weiden Volksfest 8-17 Aug: At the Festgrounds at Conrad-Roentgen-Strasse, 92637 Weiden. The fun kicks-off Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. The American evening in Monday Aug. 11 which will consist of food stalls offering American specialties and a line dance group performing around the fairground and in the beer tent. Family Day is Wednesday Aug. 13 and there will be fireworks at 10 p.m. on Friday Aug. 15.

Call for volunteers

5 Aug: Cougar Foundation's Call for Halloween Volunteers at the next Membership Meeting, Aug. 5, 10-11a.m. at the Reed Museum, Building 342 on Rose Barracks. Anyone interested in volunteering in upcoming events is encouraged to attend. For more information visit facebook.com/22CRcougarfoundation or email info@cougarfoundation.org.

Bike and music weekend Now-3 Aug: A Bike and Music Weekend is happening through August 3 at the Event Zentrum Geiselwind.

Entertainment includes bike stunts, drag car races, American cars and burn- outs. For program and other details, go to www.bike-and-music-weekend.de.

Nuremberg Bardentreffen 1-3 Aug: The popular annual Nürnberg Bardentreffen, a "bards' meet" for singers and songwriters takes place in various locations, like the Hauptmarkt, Insel Schütt, St. Katharina, Lorenzer Platz, Sebalder Platz, Kreuzigungshof and Trödelmarkt August 1-3; the musical spectrum ranges from Classic Rock to Pop and Jazz and Avant Garde or Cabaret type performances. For more information go to www.bardentreffen.de.

Blues and Jazzfestival in Bamberg After seven successful years, the admission-free Blues and Jazz Festival Bamberg will take place again this year from Aug. 1 through 17 in various locations, like Maxplatz or Gabelmann, featuring 70 national and international bands. For details contact the Stadtmarketing Bamberg e.V. (Obere Königstraße 1) in Bamberg at 095120 10 30, info@stadtmarketing-bamberg.de or go to the website at http://blues-jazz-festival2013.mybamberg.de/home/.

1-17 Aug:

Mittelalterfest in Herzogenaurach 2-3 Aug: The city of Herzogenaurach puts on its medieval gown on Aug. 2 and 3 for the annual medieval fest; meet knights and noble citizens, or jugglers and market folks in the historical city. Official market opening time is 11 a.m. on Saturday; Sunday will also feature open stores downtown from 1 through 6 p.m. All activities are admission-free. To learn more, go to www.herzogenaurach.de.

Nuremberg Zoo celebrates 75 years The Nürnberger Tiergarten, famous for its landscaping between centuries-old trees and sandstones, celebrates 75 years at the Schmausenbuck, its current location, with many events throughout the year. To learn more, visit www.tiergarten.nuernberg.de.

Da Vinci exhibition in Nuremberg Now-10 Aug: After touring through San Francisco, Tokyo, Moscow, Washington, Kapstadt and Brussels the traveling exhibition "Da Vinci -- The Genius" is coming to Nürnberg. More than 200 copies of his work can be seen at the Nürnberg Quelle Facility (Fürther Strasse 205) through Aug. 10. The exhibition is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. To learn more, visit www.tourismus.nuernberg.de.

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