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6 June 2012 What you need to know about Foreign Travel The time is upon us to get out and explore, but did you know that if you are Military or a DoD employee there are limits to where you can go? Have you ever wanted to go see the pyramids of Egypt – sorry, it’s not authorized for all military and DoD civilian personnel right now. Maybe you want to golf in Dubai – you may be able to do it, but you’re going to have to complete some additional paperwork and be approved by an O-6 before you can go! Before making your travel plans, if you are a Service member or a DOD/DA civilian, you need to check the DoD Electronic Foreign Clearance Guide here. Failure to adhere to the FCG may lead to disappointment, lost ticket costs, and maybe even your career. If you have a clearance, you are also required to contact your S2/Security Manager to receive a Foreign Travel Briefing and let them know about your travel plans.
Reminder, when traveling to the Czech Republic … Military AND civilian personnel travelling PRIVATELY into the Czech Republic are required to have their passport in possession. Just carrying their ID card and leave orders is considered insufficient documentation and will result in criminal charges by the German Police for "Illegal Entry of Country." Fine averaged €2000. For more, DSN 476-2846.
New breathalyzer law for drivers in France
Read all about it here.
Plan ahead when traveling to Italy Did you know ONLY active duty military personnel; federal employees and government contractors who are authorized logistical support and have valid TDY orders in Italy may purchase a limited supply of fuel coupons? If you are headed south of the Alps on leave, be sure to budget for host nation fuel prices. For more information, click the Vicenza FAQs page here: http://bit.ly/H3D1Kz.
Community Highlights Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more
Free Annual Pass to National Parks for Military and Dependants Active duty military members and their dependants qualify for a free annual pass to all National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands. Simply present your CAC (Common Access Card) or military dependant ID card at any Federal recreation site to obtain the year-long pass. Click here for more information.
New edition of the Bavarian News, on stands now! Pick up a copy and read all about: Laughing so hard it hurts. As part of the Lights Out Comedy Tour in Hohenfels, five comedians have audiences rolling in the aisles; Scout’s honor. More than 2,500 Boy Scouts from 10 countries converge in Vilseck for Intercamp 2012; Frozen in time. Belgium’s city of Ghent, which survived both world wars relatively unscathed, is like a postcard from the past; A kick in the grass. Three international soccer players visit Hohenfels to kick it with local Soldiers and family members; Theater comes to town. The Missoula Children’s Theater brings the thrill of performance art to Garmisch students. On stands, June 6.
Army Birthday celebration 14 June: Join the community to celebrate the 237th birthday of the U.S. Army with a cake cutting ceremony at the Grafenwoehr DFAC, noon. The youngest and oldest Soldier will do the honors of cutting the cake for all to enjoy. Stay at the DFAC for a special lunch following the ceremony and dine on grilled strip-loin steak, french fried shrimp, boiled lobster tail, bbq ribs, roast turkey, corn bread dressing, baked macaroni and cheese, baked potatoes, fried cabbage, collard greens, cranberry sauce, sauteed mushrooms & onions, cream of potato soup, vegetable supreme soup, natural pan gravy, chicken gravy, potato salad, country style tomato salad, chef salad, chocolate chip cookies, cheese cake with strawberry topping, apple pie, strawberry short cake **menu subject to change without notice** Cost is $7.50, discount rate of $6.40.
Enterprise Email makes user attributes changes DMDC has made some fantastic updates to the milConnect portal allowing users to select the capitalization of their name, as well as being able to add hyphens or apostrophes. All the changes are done using DMDC's milConnect portal. Although DMDC is still working to make the portal easier to use, it can sometimes be a little tricky for those who aren't familiar with it, so we have created a guide that will walk you through making the updates you desire. The guide can be found here. This site requires CAC authentication.
Save the date: LN town halls 25 June: Garrison leaders will provide an update on the LN RIF process at two town hall meetings, June 25, 10 a.m. at the Tower Theater and 2 p.m. at the Rose Barracks Theater. For more, contact Mary Cooper at DSN 475-7271, or Tom Mulvihill at DSN 475-6630.
Total Army Sponsorship: We're Stronger Together Watch here! SMA Raymond F. Chandler III emphasizes the importance of sponsorship. Leaders can have members of their organization receive sponsorship training and certification online through the electronic Sponsorship Application and Training (eSAT) at http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/esat, and if necessary, through their local their local ACS center. Watch the PSA here.
Bavaria is high risk for presence of ticks Up to 34% of ticks are carriers of either Lyme disease or Tick-Borne Encephalitis. To learn about prevention, symptoms, how to remove ticks and other helpful information and medical guidance, please click: here, or view a short video here.
AFN Europe Radio Will Stream on the Internet Currently effective: AFN Europe starts streaming music on www.afneurope.net.The new service, “AFN 360,” allows you to listen to music shows on your wireless mobile device or home computer, and to get the name of the song and artist as it streams.“AFN 360” features a mix of music shows from the network’s AFN The Eagle and Power Network services as top of the hour radio news. It will be available in countries where AFN broadcasts radio over terrestrial transmitters, such as Germany, Italy and Belgium. AFN Europe hopes to eventually expand the service to include local station live
morning and afternoon shows. To listen to AFN “360” on your mobile device, download a free copy of the AFN Europe mobile app. To find out more on AFN’s internet radio service, visit the AFN homepage.
Army Suggestion Program web app on hiatus Currently effective: the Army Suggestion Program (ASP) web application will no longer being accepting new suggestions until the new application will be brought on line in fall of 2012. Existing suggestion will still be processed. POC is the Grafenwoehr Army Suggestion Program Coordinator, Ms. Andrea Mueller, 475-8586, Email.
ICE QR code Now it’s even easier to submit ICE - Interactive Customer Comments. Take a snapshot of the code with your phone, and the code automatically directs you to ICE
U.S. Army Tax Centers Remain Open Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, 7A JMTC The eight U.S. Army tax assistance centers in Bavaria are remaining open to assist taxpayers with filing current and past year returns and amending tax returns. This free service is available to all Soldiers, spouses, DOD civilians and authorized I.D. cardholders. Americans living in Germany can file their tax returns until June 15 if they do not owe money or penalties. The Rose Barracks tax center is scheduled to remain open through June. The Grafenwoehr center is scheduled to remain open until Sept. 30 in anticipation of the redeploying 172d Soldiers. Soldiers serving in a combat zone, and their spouses, have at least 180 days upon return from combat to file and pay any taxes. There is an automatic freeze on any payments or filing actions while a soldier is deployed in a combat zone. Amending returns when there was an initial filing error by you or another preparer may increase your refund. For example, sometimes taxpayers file their return without a newborn child’s Social Security number, or forget to exclude Social Security income from their taxes Our offices can help fix these errors, as well as help with new tax return preparation. Grafenwoehr Main Post, Bldg. 216, 1st floor. DSN 475-9258, CIV 09641-83-9258. Vilseck Rose Barracks, Bldg. 245 (Law Center), 1st floor DSN 476-2714, CIV 09662-83-2714.
Estate claim, Sgt. William R. Wilson III Anyone having any claims on or obligations to the estate of SGT William R. Wilson, III of A/2-28, TF 3-66 AR, 172nd Infantry Brigade, should contact the summary court officer, 1LT Darnell L. Badger, at DSN 475-4344 or e-mail darnell.l.badger.mil@mail.mil.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 475-LIFE. Visit our website for more on suicide prevention. Suicide prevention, sexual assault or just a friendly ear… you are 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 09662-83114, Sexual Assault Hotline 0162-296-0661 and Emergency Services 09641-83-117.
Army Community Service (ACS) Contact Army Community Service (ACS) Main Post, 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 graf.acs@eur.army.mil for info. ***The Army Volunteer Corps, AFTB & AFAP programs have moved back into the Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg. 322. ***
Employment Readiness 19 June: Employment Out processing Brief: 9 - 11 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322.
Mobilization & Deployment Readiness 18 June: Point of Contact Training, 9 - 10 a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg. 322. 18 June: FRG Treasurer Training, 10 - 11 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322. 18 June: Care Team Training, 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322. 18 June: FRG Leader Training, 1 - 5 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322.
Financial Readiness 6 June: Financial Readiness Across Borders, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS Bldg. 322. 20 June: Financial Readiness Across Borders, 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., East Post, Bldg. 244.
Relocation Readiness 7 June: Goodbye & Hello, 3-5 p.m. Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322 20 June: Immigration Workshop, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322. 22 June: A Taste of Germany: German Cooking Class, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg. 322. 26-29 June: Welcome to Bavaria Level I, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Grafenwoehr Chapel Annex Pick up from Vilseck ACS at 8:30 a.m. Pick up from Grafenwoehr ACS at 8:55 a.m.
International Spouses Club Every Tuesday at Main Post Chapel & every Thursday at Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322: English as a Second Language, 10 a.m.-noon. This class is for Spouses of active duty military, retirees and civilians whose native language is other than English. This class is free of charge and ongoing. Learn and embrace the American culture by starting with the language and meet new friends! For more information call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650.
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Have questions? Email EFMP directly. 14 June: Support Group, 3-4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS Bldg. 322. 21 June: FREE EFMP Bowling, 4-6 p.m., Grafenwoehr Bowling Center. Become a Respite Care Provider for the EFMP Program. Please call us for more information, CIV 09662-83-2650.
New Parent Support Program Lil’ Sprouts Every Monday: Rose Barracks Community Garden (weather permitting) 1-3 p.m. Meet at the Garden Plot by the Rose Barracks Baseball Diamond between the High School and Little Mike Lake Playground.
Newborn Network for parents with babies ages 0 through 3 Every Tuesday: Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg. 322, 1-3 p.m.
Playgroup for parents and children ages 0 through 3 Every Tuesday: Main Post Chapel, 9:30-11 a.m. Every Wednesday: Rose Barracks Chapel, 9:30-11 a.m.
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Every 1 Wednesday: 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. Hotlines to help: Sexual Assault Reporting 09662-83-3217 and Domestic Violence 09662-83-3218 or 09641-83-5130. Please contact us for a complete listing of programs and services offered.
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 or Main Post 0152-0293-4290 / 0152-0241-5226, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sports, Fitness, Hobbies & Recreation AAFES Movie Listing Main Post listings, click here. Rose Barracks listings, here.
Heid Pond Cabin available for rent Heid Pond Cabin, Main Post Bldg. 658 is now available for rental. Cost per 4 hr period: $75.00 and cost per additional hour: $25.00. Heid Pond consists of common room, kitchen, large front porch, dock to the Heid Pond (No Swimming), Bar-B-Que Grill, Volley Ball Court, Latrines and showers. All reservation must be paid in full 72 hours prior to utilizing the facility or grounds. For more, DSN 475-7402, CIV 09641-83-7402.
Belay Training/Outdoor Climbing Each Thursday, we alternate between belay training and outdoor rock climbing. (Next belay training, June 7, outdoor climb, June 14). The belay training is a pre-requisite to join us for outdoor climbing or to climb on your own at the fitness center. For outdoor climbing days, we will check out many of the excellent nearby crags. For more, DSN 476-2563.
Trips with Leisure Travel Services Daytrips: 9 June: Berlin 9 June: Nuremberg Zoo
10 June: Rothenburg 10 June: Lauenstein Chocolate & Kronach Castle 16 June: Polish Pottery** 23 June: Salzburg, Austria** 24 June: Munich Zoo 24 June: Two Castle 30 June: Holiday Park. Overnight trips: 14-19 June: Rome & Verona, Italy 3-9 July: Scandinavian Capitals (Copenhagen, Stockholm, & Helsinki) 12-16 July: Paris, France 8-13 Aug: United Kingdom (Cornwall) 30 Aug.–3 Sept: Budapest, Hungary. To enroll, ODR at DSN 476-2563, open Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 11 a.m. – 6p.m. Customers must pay a $100 deposit per person to sign up. (**Passport Required).
Summer Reading Program at the libraries June: This year’s theme is: “Reading is soooo Delicious”! Contact your local Library to find out more!
Hourly Child Care For the month of June: Grafenwoehr CDC, Bldg. 260. The hourly child care spaces will be used to support reintegration during the month of June. Parents may reserve hourly care for reintegration activities online. Parents who need childcare for anything other than reintegration activities should contact Parent Central Services at CIV 09662-832760 for hourly care in FCC homes and CYSSitters, or call any of the CDCs directly to reserve hourly care.
Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader? 7 June: How About a Third? Kinder? Come to Grafenwoehr Elementary School’s Family Math Night on Thursday from 5-6 p.m. and find out! Math club students are going to be presenting some of the games as are some of your favorite teachers. Contact Mrs. Banister for questions at DSN 475-7133.
Combat Cross Country Invitational Unit Level Run, 6.2 km. 7 June: 9:45 a.m. at the Rose Barracks Fitness Center, Bldg. 323 Unit must provide roster with all pertinent information to Grafenwoehr’s Sports Office. Teams also must consist of no less than five and no more than seven Active Duty Military and must provide their own equipment (full battle gear). Team and individual awards will be presented. For more, DSN 476-2214, CIV 09472-83-2214.
EDGE! Summer Strength and Conditioning Tuesdays and Thursdays: 3:30-5 p.m. at the Main Post Fitness Center; transportation provided from Vilseck High School. The program is open to 7-12 graders registered with CYSS; enroll at Parent Central Services, Youth Centers or online. Strength and Conditioning training is available to all Middle School and High School athletes and potential athletes to prepare for physically and mentally for the School Sports season throughout the summer; in partnership with Adult Sports.
Little League baseball looking for volunteers A start up charter for Little League baseball is looking for volunteers in many capacities, including for the Board of Directors in the Grafenwoehr, Vilseck, Hohenfels and Ansbach communities. Teams have already formed in Grafenwoehr and Vilseck and are also looking for players to compete in this year-round baseball opportunity. Those interested in volunteering or helping in any way may contact Geoff Dewitt by email or 0162-1625322.
Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Celebration 9 June: From noon until 5 p.m. at the Big Mike Lake Pavilion on Rose Barracks. Join us in celebrating the 2012 Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month and the diversity, contributions and sacrifices Asian Pacific Islanders offer our culture. Cost for food is $10 per person or $35 for a family of 4. Tickets required for meals. For more, contact SFC Janette D. Gaillard, DSN 4757215, or Sgt. First Class Yolanda M. King 475-8038.
IMCOM-E Junior Baseball Championship 9-10 June: Big Mike and Dragoon Fields. Come out and support your Junior Baseball Teams. Teams from all over Germany and Italy will be competing in the “World Series” of Junior Baseball.
Omega Psi phi Fraternity, inc. Cruise with the Ques: Omega Psi phi Fraternity, inc. Theta Rho International Chapter Annual Boat Ride Scholarship Fundraiser, Heidelberg, 9 June, 7 – 11 p.m. for more information and tickets contact email.
STONE performing LIVE at THE ZONE 15 June: STONE, your home-grown American rock band, will be live at The Zone on Rose Barracks starting 9 p.m. Featuring music from AC/DC, Rolling Stones, Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Sabbath, Green Day, Def Leppard, Doors, Pearl Jam, ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd and more. Ear plugs optional.
Car Boot (Rummage) Sale 16 June: Rose Barracks Library, 9 a.m. 30 June: Grafenwoehr Library, 9 a.m. The Library’s first Car Boot sale of the year is just around the corner! The fun and thrifty event is open to ID Card Holders and choice selling spots are assigned on a first-registered, first served basis. The sale will be held in the libraries’ parking lots on the requested dates. The sale starts at 9 a.m. with setup for sellers beginning at 8 a.m. Registration for sales spots begins June 1, and registration forms must be filled out in person at one of the Library locations – sales spaces are limited. Whether you are just arriving, getting ready to leave, or just love a bargain, mark the dates on your calendar, so you won’t miss out! For more, DSN 475-1740, CIV 09641-83-1740.
2012 Golf Invitational 18 June: 7:30 a.m. at the Schwanhof Golfplatz. Join the scramble, 4 person teams with shotgun start, 10 team maximum. Register at your fitness center or online. Price is $40 for club members, $75 for non club members. Fee includes green fee, cart rental, luncheon and snacks. For more, DSN 475-8207, CIV 09641-83-8207.
Summer Enrichment Program Beginning 18 June: CYSS will offer Summer Enrichment programs for children 18 mos-5 years in our CDCs beginning 18 June. Registration is not open, so call Parent Central Services for more information or register online.
CYSS Summer Programs and Youth Camps 18 June-24 August: CYSS will offer weekly camps to include a weekly, all-day trip. Cost per week is based on income and includes activities, breakfast and lunch. After camp, the Youth Center will remain open for free service. Youth will be able to enjoy all of our ongoing offers and events such as: computer lab, cooking club, Torch Club, indoor and outdoor sports, special German/American Club activities, and much more! Our summer highlight is the overnight trip to Euro Disney. Stay tuned to find out what express trips, outdoor activities and special events the folks at the Youth Center have planned for you this summer! Sign up at the Parent Central Service office or register online or call DSN 476-2760, CIV 09662-83-2760.
KINGZ MC Motorcycle club Thursdays: Join other motorcycle enthusiasts at the KINGZ MC Clubhouse from 6 – 9 p.m. at Main Post Bldg. 441.
Evening Paddling Every other Tuesday, next paddle 19 June: Whether you are a beginner paddler or already kayak regularly, join us for a leisurely paddle on a nearby lake or river. Every other Tuesday evening, we will explore a local body of water while learning or refreshing our kayaking skills. Participants must be able to swim. For more, DSN 476-2563.
Triple Eliminator Unit Level Softball Tournament 22–24 June: Rose Barracks Softball Triplex, Bldg. 375. If you enjoy fireworks and the smell of hot dogs on the grill on th
the 4 of July, then this pre-holiday tournament is just for you. Let’s Play Ball! For more, DSN 476-2214, CIV 09662-832214.
Nature Hike – ruins, caves and the spirit of it 23 June: During this hike, you get a chance to visit the ruins of two very spectacular castles: the Ruins of Streitberg and the Ruins of Neideck. We are also visiting the drip-stone cave “Binghoehle”. Bring hiking shoes, backpack, something to drink and some Euro. Call ODR to sign up at DSN 476-2563.
CYSS Registration for Fall Youth Sports Registration for Fall Youth Sports activities is open through July 27. Contact Parent Central Services at DSN 476-2760 or CIV 09662-83-2760 for more information or register online.
BOSS - From “RAGS to RICHES” Fashion Show 30 June: 1 p.m. at the AAFES Main Exchange. Join BOSS for a fashion show that provides a creative outlet for Soldiers st
to demonstrate their talents at creating appealing attire from donated articles of clothing. Prizes to be awarded are 1 nd rd place trophy with $100 AAFES Gift Card, 2 Place trophy and 3 place trophy. For more, DSN 475-8822, CIV 09641-838822.
US Forces – Europe Army Ten Miler Qualifier 30 June: Race start time 8 a.m. at the Grafenwoehr Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 170 This is the qualification race for the Army Europe team to compete at the Army Ten Miler in Washington DC. Open to Active Military, DOD Civilians and Family Members 18 years old and older (and out of high school.) Online registration is available on www.grafenwoehmwr.com. Register day off at race site between 6-7:30 a.m. For more, call DSN 475-8207, CIV 09641-83-8207.
2012 Army Arts & Crafts Contest Through 30 June: at the Heart & Home Craft Shop, Grafenwoehr Bldg. 607 Enter your best work in the annual competition. Categories include: Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing, Fibers and Textiles, Glass, Metals and Jewelry, Mixed Media, Paintings and Wood. Complete entry forms and submit digital images of work online at the contest website. For complete rule visit Family and MWR on the web at www.armymwr.com or call DSN 475-6101, CIV 09641-83-6101.
Mountain Bike Mondays Every Monday we saddle up and mountain bike different trails in the surrounding area. These rides are designed to accommodate all ranges of ability, but the rides can be physically demanding. Don’t have a mountain bike, or worried your bike isn’t up for the challenge? No worries! You can borrow one of ours for the evening ride, or bring your bike by for a tune-up. For more, DSN 476-2563. New to the sport? Beginner rides will take place 3 & 31 July.
The Reforger Softball Classic Tournament 5-8 July: Open (16 Team), Intramural (12 teams) & Women (8-12 Team) Softball Tournament. ID cardholders only. Event to take place at the Grafenwoehr Sports Complex, Bldg 170, 9 a.m., register by email. Presented by DHS Systems LLC.
Hunting, Fishing and Sports Shooting Summer Hours: Thursday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Call ODR at DSN 476-2563 for detail and to reserve the range.
Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop Announcing new summer hours: 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 Happy Father’s Day! June: Bring your gently used items to Bldg. 221 on Rose Barracks. The June sales are: All Clothing Buy 1 Get 1 FREE (of equal or lesser value) jeans and military clothing included, all belts buy 1 get 1 free and 50% off toys and baby blankets. All sales apply to color tags only. Open 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. on Tues, Wed &Thurs. Open Saturday sale June 9. Call DSN 476-2649, CIV 09662-83-2649, or email for more. Volunteers and donations are always welcome!
Java CafĂŠ June Special: Cinnamon Hazelnut Coffee. Have it hot or iced. Fresh brewed Starbucks breakfast blend with a touch of cinnamon, hazelnut and milk. For more info call DSN 475-8252, CIV 09641-83-8252 or DSN 476-2360, CIV 09662-832360. Grafenwoehr special only: 2 Free Games of Bowling with every Lunch Special. Inquire within.
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Health & Medical, Red Cross, VET Corner No VTF Saturday clinic in June, limited hours of operation Due to other mission requirements, the Vilseck Veterinary Treatment Facility will not be able to conduct a Saturday Clinic in June. We also like to announce that our VTF hours of operation are changing to 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. During the month of June the VTF will remain open for retail. There will be limited appointments during the week of June 4-8 and June 25-29. For listings of local veterinarians that can assist you with your pet's health care needs please refer to the Garrison Website Vet Services Tab: or to Public Health Command Vilseck VTF website: During this time we will be giving priority to PCSing Soldiers requiring health certificates for their pets and vaccination appointments. However, if we are unable to schedule a health certificate appointment within 10 days of your flight, German veterinarians can provide you with the required health certificate and examination. We hope that we have given you enough notice to make plans to ensure the well being of your pet. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause. Please continue to monitor this section for updated information and further developments regarding access to care at the Vilseck VTF. Our Clinic can be reached on DSN 476-2370 or CIV 0966-283-2370 during normal business hours, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mon. - Fri.
Metabolic Testing and Nutrition Education Metabolic testing is available to assess daily caloric needs. The test measures how many calories you burn and then calculates how many you should eat. It is the key to knowing precisely what your body needs for effective weight management. The test is followed up by a course in basic nutrition, reading labels, weight management, and eating to your metabolism. Fitness Assessments: Fitness testing and counseling are available at the Army Wellness Center. State of the art equipment is used to assess flexibility, muscular strength, cardio-respiratory fitness levels, and body composition. In conjunction with fitness testing, patients receive a comprehensive report that shows current fitness levels and education and individualized exercise counseling on how to meet their specific goals. These services are available Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., appointment is required. Call 476-4795 or 09662-83-4795 or email.
Facility & Road/Openings/Construction/Closures Temporary power shut off 6 June: From 1-4 p.m. there will be a power shut off in the Housing Area, Bldg. 271 and Bldg. 272, due to repair work at the old transformer station. For more, call DSN 474-2102, CIV09641-454-2102.
Closure of B299 6-9 June, or until further notice: B299 will be closed to traffic from the village of Grafenwoehr Geissmannskeller to the village of Huetten due to road construction. During this timeframe, Gate 6 will be closed; therefore, all traffic that would normally enter or exit the installation at Gate 6, including large trucks, must do so at Gate 3. All visitors and other personnel requiring sign-in must also enter at Gate 3. The road closure will begin at 5 p.m. on Wednesday and should end at some time on Saturday, 09 June, although it may be extended due to weather conditions. People traveling between Rose Barracks and Main Post are highly encouraged to utilize the One Community Road during its normal operating hours. Please note that if you have signed in guests at Gate 6 on 6 June, you must sign them out at Gate 3 if doing so after 5 p.m. For more, Kirk Jackson, DSN 476-4317.
Community Bank, closure of activity 7June: All Community Bank Banking Centers in Germany will be closed in observance of Corpus Christi Day. For more, contact Klemens Hellebrand at DSN 476-2539.
Vehicle Registration, closure of activity 7&8 June: The vehicle registration will be closed on the aforementioned dates. For more, call DSN 475 – 7254.
HNLFOA, closure of activity 7&8 June: HNLFOA Grafenwoehr including Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) inspection station Grafenwoehr as well as CST Grafenwoehr and CST Vilseck, and POV inspection (Bldg. 301) as well as the CST Grafenwoehr (Bldg. 319) and the CST Vilseck (Bldg. 144) will be closed in compliance with the shop agreement between the Garrison and the local works council.
Rescheduled: Vilseck Closure of secondary roads Current date is now 11-29 June: Roads south of Bldgs. 112/113 will be closed during this time for construction, detour signs will be posted. For more, contact Mrs. Annegret Hoening (475-6049).
Construct Parking Lot, North of Bldg 150 (USO/Red Cross, Main Post) Through 30 June: Construction work will start on or about 2 April; parking lot must be cleared NLT COB March 29. During construction the fire emergency road between Bldg 144 and 141 can be used for deliveries to the back of Bldg. 150. Replacement of the pedestrian crossing will require a road closure on Childers Street for about 2/3 days. Contractor will try to work one lane at the time to allow one-way traffic. This work is scheduled for the week of June 18-22.
Adult Education / Training Casualty Management training 19-20 June & 17-18 July: The Casualty Management Office will provide Casualty Notification Officer/Casualty Assistance Officer Training, from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., in Grafenwoehr’s Bldg. 244, Room 219. The community is in need of trained civilian employees GS-09/equivalent and above. Note: This is a two-day course. The Casualty Notification Officer (CNO) and Casualty Assistance Officer (CAO) serves as the Army’s liaison to pass information relating to the Soldier or the incident between the Army and the Family, thus, it is of the utmost importance to provide that information accurately, promptly, and with much detail as possible. This training prepares the CNO and CAO to fulfill this duty. For more, contact the Bavaria Military Community Casualty Management Office at 475-8709/8539, CIV 09641-83-8709/8539.
TARP, SETA, OPSEC), and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Refresher 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: 11 July: Main Post, Tower Theater, Bldg. 620. 9a.m.-11:30 a.m., (US employees), 1330-1430 (LN employees) 12 July: Rose Barracks, Post Theater, Bldg. 354. 10:30-11:30 a.m. (LN employees), 1:30-4 p.m. (US 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.
University of Phoenix University of Phoenix is honored to serve military service members stationed in Europe by offering both MBA and Master of Arts in Education degree programs at several on-base locations near you. Classes meet one night a week. We are currently enrolling for our June face-to-face classes for MBA and Teacher Leadership. If you’re interested in developing managerial skills necessary to be effective in a rapid changing environment than the MBA program is for you. The Teacher Leadership program is ideal for teachers who define themselves as learners, teachers, and leaders. Face-to-face classes are one night a week in Vilseck from 5:30-9:30pm. Get started today by visiting www.phoenix.edu/militaryeurope or by calling, Fe Gehrels at DSN 475-6712 or CIV 09641-83-6712.
Food Handlers course 8 June, 6 July: Rose Barracks Education Center, Bldg. 223, Room 1.3, 11:30 a.m. A food safety class required for food service personnel who prepare or serve food to the public within the Graf/Vilseck community. Certification is intended for individuals involved in fund raising food sales such as BOSS, FRG, clubs or bazaars, and also to CYS personnel such as CYPA’s. The class may also supplement required refresher training for regular food service employees. Class is free, lasts approx. 1 hour, and registration is not required. For more, Sgt. Thompson, DSN: 476-2041/2138, CIV 0152-29587133, email.
FAST Classes 19 – 29 June: Grafenwoehr Education Center, Bldg. 538, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. 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 Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center at DSN 4762653/3292 or East Post Education Center (Grafenwoehr) at DSN 475-6219/6786.
TDP (Testing Designated Positions) Class This class is for all Army Civilian Employees and Supervisors who are in positions that require mandatory drug testing. Recurring Dates: 14 June, 20 Sept., 15 Nov. in Camp Normandy, Bldg. 378. 1st Session: 9-11 a.m. (employees) 2nd Session: 1-3 p.m. (supervisors).
Religious New Single Women's Bible Study Tuesdays: 6-8p.m. in a home in Thansuss-Freihung. This six-week, no-homework Bible study examines how to "walk the talk,” everyday and begins to teach basic Bible study methods. It's also a good chance to meet and form friendships with other women in the area. Location: Zum Steig 4, Thansuss-Freihung 92271. Study is called "How Do We Walk the Walk We Talk?" by Kay Arthur. For more, contact Laurel Hoyt 015114991395, email. Sponsored by the Garrison Chaplains office.
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: Main Post Chapel: DSN 475-1570, CIV 09641-83-1570. Rose Barracks Chapel: DSN 476-1570, CIV 09662-83-1570.
School News Please register now for USAG Grafenwoehr Fall 2012 school year Registration currently open: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please register now as staffing is based on enrollment – do not put this important task off until the summer. To ensure we have the correct amount of teachers, we need to have correct enrollment. Your immediate registration will staff appropriately for the fall so we may provide the most thorough education possible for our children. For more, contact your child/ren school: GES CIV 09641-83-7133 DSN 475-7133 Kristy Gannon VES CIV 09662-83-2812 DSN 476-2812 NES CIV 09645-917-9185 DSN 472-9185 Lexa Greenley NMS CIV 09645-917-9229 DSN 472-9229 Zenaida Ferdinand-Bessant VHS CIV 09662-83-2255 DSN 476-2255 Ester Lemming.
Active Duty Army after graduation High School Seniors and Juniors: Get in contact with Sergeant First Class Roger A. Borja to discuss your options in the Active Duty Army after graduation. Airborne options are also available with a variety of Military Occupational Specialties (MOS), Contact SFC Borja at DSN 475-9208/ email. Station-Grafenwoehr-Germany/114457648565007.
Grafenwoehr Elementary School 07 June: Math Night 11 June: Talent Show 1 p.m. 12 June: Honor Roll 1:4 5p.m. 14 June: STAR Assembly 10 a.m. 14 June: Early Release (Last Day of School) 11:15 a.m.
Lend me your ears … Attn. Parents - What do we have that Van Gogh would want? Why the ears of some school leaders of course! Grafenwoehr Elementary School’s Principal, Mrs. Bailey and our school leadership team want to send YOU a special personalized invitation to one of their “Five on Fridays” coffee clatches. You’ll have donuts and Sanka with the head honcho and her team. It’s once a month on a Friday in the morning for about 45 minutes. Casual and laid back conversation about our school, good and not so much. Please email your child’s teacher you’d like an invite to the next “5 on Friday” or Mrs. Bailey at crystal.bailey@ eu.dodea.edu DSN 475-7133. The Grafenwoehr Elementary PTA has received great support so far this year from our parents. We would like to remind you that if you intended to join the PTA, it is not too late. Contact DSN 475-7133 or email for more information. Grafenwoehr Elementary School Free Developmental Screenings for children 3-5 years old Do you suspect that your child may have difficulties with: running, jumping, climbing, coloring, or writing? Speaking clearly, expressing themselves or, understanding what they are told? Learning colors, shapes, letters, numbers, or counting? Connecting with others, independence, or tantrums? Eating, dressing, or grooming skills? Child Find is a process designed to screen, refer, and identify children with suspected disabilities who may be eligible to receive special education and related services. Developmental Screening appointments are available throughout the school year. To schedule an appointment contact Jonica McPhail DSN 475.7133 or CIV 09641.83.7133 Or email jonica.mcphail@eu.dodea.edu EDIS offers a free screening of children less than 3 years of age to determine if your child is meeting his/her developmental milestones. DSN 476.3221 CIV 09662.83.3221 School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑ Fri. 7 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.‑ Fri. 8:15 a.m.‑2:35 p.m. CIV 09641‑837133 DSN 475‑7133
Vilseck Elementary School 6-14 June: Parents are encouraged to please re-register their child for the following school year. 8 June: VES Field Day. Vilseck Elementary School Field Day will hold its annual field day on 8 June 2012. Session one runs from 8:45-11 a.m. Session two runs from 1-2:10 p.m. This is a non-competitive fun day for the students that consists of various team relays, tug ‘O” war, Jolley Ball and a mile run for the top runners in the school. Parents are encouraged to attend and cheer their student on. A cool treat will be given to all the students, and we hope to see all our parents there taking pictures! 12 June: VES Talent Show. This includes students in grades 3-5, and it will be at 8:45-10 a.m. in the school’s annex. th th 14 June: VES Awards Ceremony will be at 8:45a.m.for 4 and 5 grade. Parents are encouraged to attend. 14 June: School will release all students at 11:30am. No lunch will be served on this day. We wish all our VES students and parents a safe and enjoyable summer. Please continue to promote reading at home and the use of IXL math. VES Vision: Vilseck Expects Success 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. PTSA Information can be found at VES.My-PTSA.org 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 09662-833221. 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 schools website (http://www.vilses.eu.dodea.edu/) 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). 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 09662‑832812 / 832673 DSN 476‑2812/2673
Netzaberg Elementary School 14 June: Last Day of school for students. Netzaberg Elementary School Job Openings: Looking for a great place to work while your child is in school and still have school out days off? Don’t wait; APPLY NOW for school year 2011-2012 jobs at Netzaberg Elementary School. If interested, please apply for these or other continuous positions by following this link.. Parent Volunteers: We need and appreciate all of our parent volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at Netzaberg Elementary School, please contact the school. We welcome your support. POC: Email Child Find: Netzaberg Elementary School’s Preschool Services for Child Development (PSCD) program is conducting screenings to identify strengths and concerns in a young child’s development. The free Child Find developmental screenings are provided for command sponsored children from age three to five years. Professional staff will screen motor, language, problem solving, social, and self-help skills, plus the child’s vision and hearing. In addition, parents will have an opportunity to ask questions about their child’s development. For further information on Child Find developmental screenings at Netzaberg Elementary School, please call CIV 09645-917-9185 or DSN 472-9185.Child Find developmental screenings are held at DoDEA schools to assist parents in identifying the early warning signs that put young children at risk for learning delays and provide crucial early diagnosis and intervention. Netzaberg Elementary School Needs YOU. Netzaberg Elementary School partners with our parents and community to support the success of all students. Goal 1: Reading By 2016, all students will improve targeted reading comprehension skills across the curriculum as measured by local and system-wide assessments. The targeted reading skills are: Pre-reading skills in Pre-K—Kindergarten; Retelling and inferring in grades 1 – 2; and Summarizing and drawing conclusions in grades 3 – 5. Intervention: Explicitly teach targeted reading comprehension strategies through Think Alouds. Goal 2: Math By 2016, all students will improve their understanding of number sense and operational concepts across the curriculum as measured by local and system-wide assessments. Intervention: Explicitly teach students to think and talk about numbers through Number Talks. Check us out on Facebook at link. School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.- Fri. 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Mon.- Fri. 8:00 a.m.-.2:35 p.m. CIV 09645-917-9185/9184/DSN 472-9184
Netzaberg Middle School 07 June: Knight of the Arts – 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. 07 June: No Seminar Extra Activities - Students make up work 11 June: No Seminar Extra Activities - Students make up work 11 June: 1:15 PM - 1:35 PM Locker Clean-Out 11 June: 1:30 PM - 2:40 PM 8th Grade Ceremony Practice 12 June: No Seminar Extra Activities - Students make up work 12 June: 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony -- 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. 13 June: Field Day 14 June: Last day of school – dismissed at 11:20 a.m. 14 June: 6th Grade Awards Assembly 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 14 June: 7th Grade Yearbook Signing -- 8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. 14 June: 7th Grade 2nd Semester Awards Assembly -- 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. 24 Aug: New Families Orientation, for families new to the community – 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 27 Aug: First day of School Knight of the Arts: NMS students would like to invite you to the Knight of the Arts on June 7 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. There will be all kinds of student’s work displayed as well as Dra.m.a, Choir, and Band performances. Field Day: Field Day is June 13. We can always use volunteers for this day. Please contact Coach Hurd for more details. End of the Year Activities: The last day of school is June 14 for students. All students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m. There will be a 6th grade Awards ceremony from 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. followed by the 7th grade awards ceremony. Students who ordered year books will receive them on this day and there will be a designated time set aside for yearbook signing.
Newcomer Orientation: New Families Orientation, for families new to the community will be held on Aug. 24 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. There will be a tour and also the cook out at 1 p.m. at the teen center, sponsored by the CYS. Registration: It is still not too late to register your student for next school year. The school office will be open all summer from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please call the school office to find out exactly what you need. Student schedules are done over the summer and you want to make sure your student has a schedule when school starts. Attendance: If your son/daughter is going to be absent from school – notify us via the attendance mailbox: NetzabergMS.Attendan@eu.dodea.edu or call the attendance phone line: DSN 472-9233 (CIV 09645 917 9233) the email notification is the preferred method as this gives us an easy to refer to record. Bus Passes: Parents we want to remind you of a bus policy we have. Students are not allowed to request bus passes to go home with other students. Bus passes are issued for emergency care only. If you have any questions regarding this policy - please contact the front office. Lunch accounts: To use the online service you will need to set up an account at http://www.mealpayplus.com/. If you are new to the area you will need to open a Horizon account at the PX or the school cafeteria. All lunch concerns need to be addressed to AAFES. You can also logon to www.odin.aafes.com/nutrition/08/index.html to set up your child’s account. 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. Parent volunteers: If you are interested in volunteering for the PTSA or other school committees, please contact the school. We welcome your support. POC: Email School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon-Fri 7:55 a.m.-2:40 p.m. CIV 09645-917-9232/9233/9229 DSN 472-9232
Vilseck High School 14 June: VHS Graduation Attendance E-Mail It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to notify the school when their child will be absent. If your child will be absent, please call DSN 476-2573 or 09662-83-2573. You can also e-mail the attendance clerk at vilshs-attendance@eu.dodea.edu 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. The VHS Mission: To provide an exemplary education that inspires and prepares all students for success in a dynamic, global environment. The VHS Vision: Falcons S.O.A.R. (Success, Opportunity, Achievement, Respect) 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 0941-82933. 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. 9 June: 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. in 90443 Nürnberg at the Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße. 10 June: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. in 92339 Beilngries at the Volksfestplatz, Sandstraße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). 17 June: 8 a.m. in 92334 Berching, along the Uferpromenade (ca. 42 km / 26 miles west of Hohenfels). 8 a.m. in 91054 Erlangen at the large car park on Parkplatzstraße along Frankenschnellweg. Homepage (only GE). 24 June: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. in 92339 Beilngries at the Volksfestplatz, Sandstraße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). 1 p.m. "Markt der Kinder" = special children's flea market in 91126 Schwabach on Königsplatz (ca. 20 km / 12.5 miles south of Nürnberg). Children can sell all the items they don't want or need anymore.
American History Weekend 7-10 June: at the Pullman City Fun Park in 94535 Eging am See, Ruberting 30 (ca. 100 km / 62 miles SE of Regensburg). A big weekend at the leisure park! American history is celebrated with a lot of show performances, live bands, an exhibit of weapons from the American Civil War era, and much more. Arguably the biggest highlight will be the Südstaaten-Ball (Confederate States Ball) on Fri., 08 June. Actors in the finest evening gowns as worn between 1861 and 1865, will celebrate on the ground floor of the Music Hall. At 5 p.m., there is a photo opportunity with all the participants. Click here to see photos from last year. At 6 p.m., the Music Hall opens its doors. Please be aware that the public will only have access to the top floor, as the ground floor is reserved for the dancers. Grand opening of the ball is at 8 p.m. Between 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m., you can enjoy live music and dancing. Watch the beautiful scenes from the top floor. The Pullman City Fun Park offers a large variety of non-violent Western activities for the whole family: Western shows, Native American dances, magic shows, and much more; the whole show program is online but only in German. Opening times: mid-April - 31 Oct. 2012, daily from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Admission (only GE): Adults: 13 Euros. Children 4 - 16 years: 7 Euros. Children under 4 if accompanied by their parents: free. Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 16): 29 Euros. Dogs on a leash: 1 Euro. Visitors dressed in historical Western costumes (representing ca. 1740 - 1880) get in for free! Outside their opening season you can access the premises for free but there will be no shows or other entertainment.
Roses in Bloom 7 - 24 June: on the Isle of Mainau (78465) in the Bodensee (Lake Constance). Beautiful, fragrant roses in the Italian Rose Garden, reaching as far as the eyes can see. Every visitor gets to vote for his or her favourite rose to become "Rosenkönigin 2012". You can find more info about the isle on their Homepage, available both in English and German. The isle is open from sunrise to sunset but the exhibits (museum in the palace, butterfly show, etc.) won't open until 9 a.m. or 10 a.m. respectively. Although the Bodensee is a bit far from Northern Bavaria (i.e., on the Swiss border), it's certainly worth the trip. While you're in the area, why not visit the "Pfahlbauten-Museum" (Lake Dwelling Museum) in Unteruhldingen on Strandpromenade 6 (part of 88690 Uhldingen-Mühlhofen)? Dive into the mysterious world of farmers, fishermen, and brass founders of the Stone Age 6000 years ago, and be a witness to the lifestyle of the Bronze Age 3000 years ago. You can find all pertinent information on their excellent English website.
German/American BBQ at the Weiden Pool 8 June: Starting at 6 p.m. with live music by the Wyman Blues Band. For more, www.schaetzlerbad-weiden.de.
U.S. Cars - "Street Mag" Show 8 - 10 June: in 96160 Geiselwind at the "Eventzentrum Autohof Strohofer" on Scheinfelder Str. 21 (ca. 70 km / 43 miles NE of Nuremberg). Over 1,000 American Cars & Harleys are expected! Awards will be presented to the best U.S. cars. Here are photos from what happened in 2010 (only GE). Opens at 10 a.m. each day.
Antiques Markets 10 June: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., in 93059 Regensburg in the historical city center. At this market, you will find nearly 340 stalls from antiquities dealers (only GE) from Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Belgium. Only genuine antiquities are on sale, no flea market items. BTW, did you know you can get a map of Regensburg's city center from the Tourist Info for free? Go to the "Altes Rathaus" (old city hall) as directed by the brown signs, and ask for a copy.
Street Markets 10 June: -11 a.m., in 97320 Großlangheim, in the Schlosshof (castle courtyard, ca. 7.5 km / 5 miles east of Kitzingen). Food products by local farmers, and arts and crafts products on sale. Street Market: Sommermarkt, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., in 97332 Volkach, Altstadt = old city (ca. 17 km / 11 miles north of Kitzingen). With a Flohmarkt on Weinfestplatz (square). - 1 p.m., in 91275 Auerbach (ca. 26 km / 16 miles NW of Vilseck). Stores will NOT be open. - 1 - 5 p.m., in 92421 Schwandorf, Marktplatz (ca. 45 km / 28 miles north of Regensburg). -2 p.m., in 92287 Schmidmühlen, Hammerschloss, Hammerstraße 30 (ca. 20 km / 12.5 miles NW of Hohenfels). The local Heimat- und Volkstrachtenverein (culture club) organized this quaint event in support of keeping local traditions, clothing, music and language alive. - 2 - 8 p.m., in 92266 Ensdorf, in front of the Wittelsbacher Saal, Hauptstraße 5 (just north of Rieden, ca. 28 km / 17 miles north of Hohenfels).
Schafschur = Public Sheep Shearing, 10 June: 1 - 5 p.m., at the Oberpfälzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neusath 200 (part of 92507 Nabburg, ca. 31 km / 19 miles south of Weiden). Sheep have always been important for farmers and shouldn't be underrated. The traditional way of relieving them from their winter wool takes between 30 minutes and an hour per sheep, and demands a lot of skills. Of course it's much faster with electrical shearers, and both styles will be shown at this event. Afterwards, you can see how the wool is further processed (washing, coloring, spinning, felting). Children can try a hand at felting, and you can even buy some felt products. If you understand German, you can join a guided walk at 2 p.m. that will inform you about local stories and history. Between 2 and 4 p.m., you can view the Mechanical "Heimatberg," a miniature landscape of the local area and was built in the 1960s by Gustav Meinl. It shows an area with cities, castles, mines and a train. All figurines can move thanks to a complicated mechanism devised by Mr. Meinl. Admission (only GE) is 4.50 Euros pp, a family ticket for the day is 11 Euros.
Summer Serenades 10 June: 4 - 5:30 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park (only the green arrow is correct!), opposite the parking block on Schlörplatz. This is the first of a number of FREE concerts: the "Grammophon-Orchester Regensburg" will take you back to the music of the 20s, 30s and 40s with authentic music, tap dancing and a stage show. These serenades are highly popular so you may want to be there early. Bring along some folding chairs or a blanket to sit on, bring a picnic and perhaps even some champers, and enjoy the lovely music. It might also be advisable to bring some sunscreen lotion and insect repellent, just to be safe. In case of inclement weather, the event will move into the MaxReger-Halle (at the other end of the park), Dr.-Pfleger-Straße 17, CIV 0961-48080. Click here for suggested car parks. And 7 p.m., in 92224 Amberg, in the Maltesergarten. Access via Seminargasse / Malteserplatz. Free concert with the "Knappschaftskapelle Amberg". The concert will move to the adjacent Malteser building in case of inclement weather. Best free parking lots (click for map): the park block opposite Sulzbacher Straße 5; the other one is at "Auf der Wiesen", the car park behind the Hotel Arcadia and the Kurfürstenbad (indoor swimming pool). Both parking areas are only a tiny walking distance from Amberg's city center. 13 June: 7 - 8:30 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park, opposite the parking block on Schlörplatz. FREE concert with the "Blaskapelln Flossenbürg", who play typical Bohemian-Moravian brass music (boehmisch-mährisch), including traditional marching music and polkas. 17 June: 4 - 5:30 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park (only the green arrow is correct!), opposite the parking block on Schlörplatz. FREE performance with the "Tanzschule Höllriegl", a dancing school whose styles range from classic waltzes to modern Latin-American dances. The colorful costumes are an added bonus. 20 June: 7 - 8:30 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park (only the green arrow is correct!), opposite the parking block on Schlörplatz. FREE concert with the "Rattle Gang", a local Rock'n'Roll band from Schwandorf. More about the artist: Homepage. YouTube. 27 June: 7 - 9 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park (only the green arrow is correct!), opposite the parking block on Schlörplatz. FREE concert with "I Parea Mas", a traditional folk band from Greece who also play Schlager (certain type of German hits) with a Greek theme; for example: "Griechischer Wein" or "Weiße Rosen aus Athen". In addition, the Greek-German club Ilios will serve Greek wine and little delicacies. 1 July: 4 - 5:30 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park (only the green arrow is correct!), 1 July: 7 p.m., in 92224 Amberg, in the Maltesergarten. Access via Seminargasse / Malteserplatz. Free concert with "D'Woihauser". The concert will move to the adjacent Malteser building in case of inclement weather.
Half Marathon 17 June: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., in 91541 Rothenburg. The starting papers will be passed out to participants at 8 a.m. but the races don't start until 10 a.m. If you want to participate, you can register online (English) or send all the required information to Sport Lassauer, Roedergasse 2-4, 91541 Rothenburg, ph 09861-6464. Further details are online (German.)
Stock Car Race 17 June: near 92339 Beilngries, namely at the racetrack along the road between Irfersdorf and Aschbuch (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). This race counts as a qualifier for the German and Bavarian championship. Details will be announced on the Homepage of "Crash-Club Irfersdorf" (only GE). If you want to watch the FREE training: it is held on Sat., June 16, between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Admission to the race: 7 Euros pp. Families: 17 Euros. Children under 8 are free.
Backofenfest = Stone Oven Fest 17 June: in 92676 Eschenbach at the Taubenschusterhaus (museum and art gallery), Wassergasse 21 (ca. 8 km / 5
miles NW of Grafenwöhr). Get some delicious fresh crusty German bread directly from the stone oven, and sample the typical Bavarian specialties offered there. Time has not been specified.
Music Festival: "Umsonst & Draussen" 21 - 24 June: in 97082 Würzburg, "Talavera" fest site between Mainaustraße and Georg-Eydel-Straße. It's been nicknamed the Woodstock of Würzburg; for three days everybody can listen and dance FOR FREE at this fun open-air festival. The program is listed online (only GE).
Skate Night 22 June: 7 - 9 p.m., in 92637 Weiden. Starting point is the Volksfestplatz on Leuchtenberger Straße. Anyone can take part for free, no matter how good or bad a skater you are! The only thing required is appropriate protection. The route (only GE) will take you past Moosbürger Straße via Bahnhofstraße, Bürgermeister-Prechtl-Straße, Gabelsberger Straße to Turnerweg, and from here via a bicycle path to the TÜV (German vehicle inspection) and to the destination Ludwig-Wolker-Weg. At the end of the skate night, a big party will be held at the sports field! Please be aware of possible traffic diversions and/or delays along the route!
Wine Fest 23 June: 6 p.m., in 92242 Hirschau, on and around Hauptstraße (ca. 14 km / 9 miles SE of Vilseck).
Medieval Fayre and Jousting at Night 23&24 June: in 91788 Pappenheim at the castle (only GE), Marktplatz 5 (ca. 62 km / 40 miles SE of Ansbach). Lit torches and Swedish fires will illuminate the scenery when the knights fight for triumph or defeat. The whole castle is turned into a medieval camp, with tents and stalls for a Medieval market (only GE). The whole event is a brilliant reenactment that will fascinate both the young and still-young. Follow the signs to the car park. Opening hours: The castle opens Sat. at 2 p.m., Sun. at 11 a.m. The market opens Sat. at 3 p.m., Sun. at midday. The jousting takes place Sat. at 9:30 p.m. (nocturnal jousting), Sun. at 3 p.m. Admission: Adults 10.- Euros pp; children 6 thru 14 years: 6.- Euros pp. Families with up to 2 kids: 20.- Euros, every additional child is 6.- Euros. Visitors in historical costumes pay 1.- Euro less per single ticket, or 1.- Euro less per person on a family ticket.
Bürgerfest 23&24 June: in 92637 Weiden, all around the Altstadt = old city. Click here for suggested car parks. Live music on several stages around the Marktplatz, as well as lots of delicious food and drinks. Please be aware that this is an immensely popular event, visited by many thousand people; please do not bring your dog to protect it from getting stepped on. Fest is open Sat. 6 - 11 p.m., and Sun. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
26th Citizens Fest in Pressath 23 June: Event starts with a concert at the church square with band at 5:45 p.m.Afterwards parade of the associations through the roads of the city to the Festplatz and “tapping the keg” and opening with Black Powder Shooters. Live music will continue with “Pressather Musikanten” at 11 p.m. 24 June: On Sunday, the festivities start again with church at 9:30 a.m. Afterward, “Fruehschoppen mit Weißwurstessen”. 2 p.m. coffee and cake, kids can have fun with great children’s programs and attractions. Live music with “Pressather Musikanten” from 6 – 11 p.m. The associations offer a variety of grilled food and fish. Festplatz take place at the former boy school now named “Bürgermeister-Hans-“Ficker-Vereinshaus”.
Rose Garden Serenades 29 June: The EMY Trio (members of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra), 8 p.m., in 96049 Bamberg, in the aromatic rose garden at the Neue Residenz (palace) on Domplatz. 30 June: The Colours of Summer - for Cello and Oboe, 8 p.m., in 96049 Bamberg, in the aromatic rose garden at the Neue Residenz (palace) on Domplatz.
Summer Fest 29 June-01 July: 93047 Regensburg, at the Fürstliches Schloss Thurn und Taxis (palace), Emmeramsplatz. The romantic Schlosspark - a protected natural landmark normally closed off to the public - turns into a beautiful backdrop for high-quality musical and theatrical performances during the Summer Fest. Small stages under century-old trees accommodate the artists and the diverse program, ranging from classical to funny. "Walking acts" will entertain the audience during the breaks. The main stage in front of the impressive East Wing of the palace becomes the dance floor
for the Summer Night Ball on Friday and Saturday evening. The highlight on Saturday night is a Baroque fireworks display accompanied by classical music. It's seems to be taking you back to the court of Louis XIV. Ambitious restaurateurs will provide gratifying meals, and exquisite vendors offer life-style accessories around the palace. 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, and you're there. BTW, did you know you can get a map of Regensburg's city center from the Tourist Info for free? Go to the "Altes Rathaus" (old city hall) as directed by the brown signs, and ask for a copy.
Motorcycle Convention 29 June-01 July: in 92421 Schwandorf, on the Mulzerwiese fest site in Krondorf subdivision (ca. 45 km / 28 miles north of Regensburg). It's a big celebrations with camp fires, live music with Eddy Gabler, a special exhibit, the German TÜV (vehicle inspection) will be there with info material, test drives, various awards (e.g. for the oldest motorcycle), and much more! The fest begins Fri. at 4 p.m. and ends Sun. at midday.
Volksfest and Krämermarkt (Street Market) 29 June-04 July: in 91541 Rothenburg, on the Fest Site at the Spitaltor (gate at car park P1).
Bavarian-Chinese Summer 30 June-01 July: in 92345 Dietfurt in the inner city and along Hauptstraße (ca. 35 km / 22 miles SW of Hohenfels). This weekend, Dietfurt is turning into a Bavarian-Chinese promenade. Cultural and culinary delights from both countries will entice the visitors’ ears, tongues and hearts. Furthermore, several bands and many surprises await you. In addition, there is a big race on Sat. 30 June that will lead the runners through the Altstadt (Old Town).
Mariahilfberg-Fest 30 June-8 July: in 92249 Amberg, around the beautiful pilgrimage church Maria-Hilf on top of the hill. Access to the Maria-Hilf church is easy (click link for map) but please use the designated parking areas. The fest is supported by the RC church and has no rides, but plenty of food and refreshments in a romantic area.
Fishermen's Fest, 1 July: 9:30 a.m., in 92334 Berching at the lock (Schleuse, ca. 42 km / 26 miles west of Hohenfels)
Model Train Exhibit, 1 July: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the Eisenbahnmuseum = Railroad Museum in 92637 Weiden, Bahnhofstraße 28 (ca. 200 yards left of the main entrance to the train station, at the end of the freight depot). Stretching over two large rooms, the club has built a stunning landscape with a love for many details. There is always something to see and to chuckle about while the mini trains are making their journey through the landscape. If you are interested and can read German, have a look at their Homepage. Click here for suggested car parks.
Air Show and Fest: "Fliegerfest" 1 July: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., in 91171 Greding at the Schutzendorf airfield (ca. 55 km / 34 miles west of Hohenfels). Apart from lots of food and drinks, you can enjoy the sightseeing flights, aerobatics, parachute jumps, hot-air balloons, and much more! No entry fees. The action starts at 2 p.m. both days but there is also a field mass on Sunday at 10 a.m.
Open Doors at the THW (Technical Emergency Relief) 1 July: 1:30 p.m., in 92637 Weiden, at their station on Mooslohstraße 95a. Have a look around their newly refurbished station and, more importantly, at their vehicles and equipment. The staff will show what they do and how they assist in an emergency situation. Children can have fun in a painting competition.
Concerts Scorpions' Farewell Tour Sat., 13 Oct: 7:30 p.m., in 80809 München / Munich, at the Olympiahalle, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 / Eingang Ost (east entrance). The only car park is located at the Olympiapark: 80809 München, Olympiapark Parkharfe, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100. public transport system. Tickets.
Norah Jones With her lovely voice, the gorgeous Norah Jones took the world by storm a few years ago 17 July: 7 p.m., in 22303 Hamburg, at the Stadtpark Freilichtbühne, Saarlandstraße 71 / corner Jahnring. Tickets. Again, it is highly recommended you use the public transport system (in EN), as parking is a nightmare in Hamburg, you get towed in no time at all, and towing charges are incredibly high.
Joan Baez on tour in Germany 02 - 11 June. Tour overview. Fri., 08 June: 8 p.m., in 83671 Benediktbeuern, at the Kloster = monastery, Don-Bosco-Straße 1 (ca. 45 km / 27 miles NE of GarmischPartenkirchen). Tickets. Sun., 10 June: 7 p.m.: Open-air concert in 70192 Stuttgart, at the Freilichtbühne Killesberg (open-air stage in the so-called "Höhenpark"), Am Kochenhof. Tickets. Mon., 11 June: 8 p.m., in 81667 München / Munich, at the Philharmonie im Gasteig, Rosenheimer Straße 5 - 8. Tickets. Again, please consider parking your car in a P+R car park, and using the public transport system (both links are in English).
Black Sabbath: World Tour Wed., 20 June: 8 p.m., in 68163 Mannheim, at the SAP Arena, Xaver-Fuhr-Straße 150. Tickets.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Thurs., 07 June: 7 p.m., in 13599 Berlin, at the Zitadelle Spandau, Juliusturm 64 / U7 Station Zitadelle; ph 030-333-9388. As in all big cities, it is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system (in EN). Tickets. Sun., 10 June: 7 p.m., in 22303 Hamburg, at the Stadtpark Freilichtbühne, Saarlandstraße 71 / Ecke Jahnring. Again, it is highly recommended you use the public transport system (in EN), as parking is a nightmare in Hamburg, you get towed in no time at all, and towing charges are incredibly high. Tickets.
Jay-Z and Kanye West Sat., 16 June: 9 p.m., in 50679 Köln, at the Lanxess-Arena, Willy-Brandt-Platz 3, ph 0221-8021. Tickets. It is highly recommended you park your car on a P+R car park (in EN) on the city's outskirts and use the excellent public transport system (in EN).
Guns 'n' Roses Fri., 08 June: 8 p.m., in 41179 Mönchengladbach, at the Warsteiner Hockey-Park, Am Hockeypark 1, ph 02161-30772450 (ca. 75 km / 45 miles NW of Cologne). Tickets.
Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Sun., 10 June: 8:30 p.m., in 22525 Hamburg, at the o2 World, Sylvesterallee 10, ph 040-88-1630. Tickets. Again, it is highly recommended you use the public transport system (in EN), as parking is a nightmare in Hamburg, you get towed in no time at all, and towing charges are incredibly high. Mon., 25 June: 8 p.m., in 50679 Köln = Cologne, at the Lanxess-Arena, Willy-Brandt-Platz 3, ph 0221-8021. Tickets. It is highly recommended you park your car on a P+R car park (in EN) on the city's outskirts and use the excellent public transport system (in EN). 30 June: 8 p.m., in 68163 Mannheim, at the SAP Arena, Xaver-Fuhr-Straße 150. Tickets.
Mötley Crüe 11 June: 7 p.m., in 41179 Mönchengladbach, at the Warsteiner Hockey-Park, Am Hockeypark 1, ph 02161-3077-2450 (ca. 75 km / 45 miles NW of Cologne). Some very special guests feature at this concert: Slash with Myles.
Kennedy & the Conspirators! 12 June: 7 p.m., in 10437 Berlin, at the Max-Schmeling-Halle, Falkplatz 1, ph 030-443-045. As with all big cities, it is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system (in EN). Tickets. 20 June: 7 p.m., in 96050 Bamberg, at the Stechert-Arena, Forchheimer Straße 15, ph 0951-23-837. Tickets.
Lenny Kravitz 20 June: 8 p.m., in 88212 Ravensburg, at the Oberschwabenhalle (only GE), Bleicherstraße 18 - 20, ph 0751-82-640 (ca. 180 km / 111 miles west of München / Munich, or 145 km / 90 miles south of Stuttgart). Tickets. Recommended car park is the adjacent "P+R-Platz Eywiesen" along Parkstraße.
Billy Idol Sun., 08 July: 8 p.m., in 70327 Stuttgart, at the Porsche-Arena (aka Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle), Mercedesstraße 69. Tickets. 10 July: 7 p.m., in 22303 Hamburg, at the Stadtpark Freilichtbühne, Saarlandstraße 71 / corner Jahnring. Tickets. Again, it is highly recommended you use the public transport system (in EN), as parking is a nightmare in Hamburg, you get towed in no time at all, and towing charges are incredibly high.
Madonna Tue., 10 July: 8 p.m., in 50679 Köln, at the Lanxess-Arena, Willy-Brandt-Platz 3, ph 0221-8021. This is her only concert in Germany - don't miss it! Tickets. It is highly recommended you park your car on a P+R car park (in EN) on the city's outskirts and use the excellent public transport system (in EN).
Mary J. Blige Wed., 18 July: 7 p.m., in 55130 Mainz, at the Volkspark along Göttelmannstraße (ca. 46 km / 30 miles west of Frankfurt). This is her only concert in Germany! Tickets. If you want to avoid the traffic chaos, it is recommended you travel to the Volkspark by bus. Two bus stations are directly in front of the park, namely "Volkspark" and "Am Viktorstift", both frequented by bus lines 62, 63, and 92.
Kool and the Gang Celebration - the party band is back in Germany 26 and 27 July. Thurs., 26 July: 8 p.m., in 90762 Fürth, at the Stadthalle, Rosenstraße 50, ph 0911-749-120 (ca. 10 km / 6 miles west of Nürnberg). Tickets. It is highly recommended you use their public transport system (only GE): Best use the Park-and-Ride car park "Hardhöhe" along Solderstraße / Gaußstraße. From here, the U-Bahn (underground) will take you to the city center in just four minutes. Exit either at "Rathaus“ or "Fürth Hauptbahnhof“. The P+R car park has 78 spaces, 2 of which are for handicapped; If you park there between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., you will not be charged for the first four hours. Parking in excess of four hours costs 1.50 Euros total for the whole day ("Tagespauschale"). You can reach the P+R car park from the B8 (Würzburger Straße) when you drive in the "Stadtmitte" (city center) direction, then turn right at Söldnerstraße and continue to corner Gaußstraße. Fri., 27 July: 8 p.m., in 65185 Wiesbaden, at the Rhein-Main-Halle, Rheinstraße 20, ph 06111-44245 (ca. 40 km / 25 miles west of Frankfurt). Tickets.
Tucher Blues & Jazz Festival 06 - 12 Aug: in 96047 Bamberg, with one stage on Maximiliansplatz, the other at the Gabelmann / Neptunsbrunnen (fountain), Keßlerstraße 8. The program with specific times, locations and links to the bands will be announced here (currently still with 2011 data!). The best thing: entry is free to ALL concerts!
Travelling to Nürnberg? Let us guide you If you don't like to drive into Nürnberg because of the fast traffic and rude German drivers, there is a great alternative: the train! All train stations that are part of the “Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg” = VGN (English and German homepage) offer special tickets. Click on this interactive map to see which locations are part of the VGN (only available on the German page). Amberg, Freihung and Vilseck are VGN train stations, for example. At the participating train stations, you can purchase a special VGN family ticket for regular trains that take you straight into Nürnberg city center / Hauptbahnhof = main train station. In Nürnberg, the VGN ticket allows you to use all public transport - buses and S- and U-Bahnen (over- and underground trains) - within Nürnberg's city limits for free! This way you could visit the zoo in the morning and do some shopping in the afternoon, for example. And then comfortably travel back home without having to worry about traffic. But this isn't all: if you purchase a VGN ticket, some establishments offer you a reduced entry fare - including the Nürnberg zoo! Taking the train is definitely the best way to travel to Nürnberg. Nürnberg has a lot of events, too many to list all here. Click on this link if you’d like to look yourself. Another excellent overview of many large events is available here (only GE).
Guided Tours 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, and you're there. BTW, did you know you can get a map of Regensburg's city center from the Tourist Info for free? Go to the "Altes Rathaus" (old city hall) as directed by the brown signs, and ask for a copy. 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 St.-Jakobs-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.
German‑American Kontakt Club Event Calendar for Vilseck Kontakt If you are interested in participating in one of the events, please register with Daniel Koenig or sign up with the Vilseck Kontakt Club at the website by filling out the Mitgliedsantrag. (Member registration form)
Every Friday 7 p.m. Stammtisch at the Clubhouse - new location, Rose Barracks Bldg 301
Event Calendar for Grafenwoehr Kontakt More information, Call CIV 09641‑83‑7878, DSN 475‑7878 or email.
Every Monday 7 p.m. Bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center.
Every Wednesday 7 p.m. Stammtisch at the Clubhouse.
June 23 11 a.m. Bowling tournament, at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Alley. Sign up early with the email above.