APRIL 2015 Garmisch Family and MWR Newsletter www.garmisch.armymwr.com
APRIL IS MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD 1 -- KICK OFF 3-5 P.M., CDC
3 -- MARBLE PARTY 3-5:30 PM., SAC
3 -- 80’S DANCE 8 P.M., YC
6-10 -- SPIRIT WEEK ALL PROGRAMS
8 -- BOWLING FIELD TRIP 4-5:30 P.M., SAC
10 -- SPECIAL SHARING 3:15 P.M., SAC
15 -- PURPLE UP DAY ALL PROGRAMS
17 -- PT DEMO/CAMO DAY
4 P.M., SAC BASKETBALL COURT
21 -- MILITARY DOG DEMONSTRATION 4 P.M., SAC
23 - PITCH/HIT/RUN ARMY CHALLENGE 4-5:30 P.M., SPORTS
30 - KINDERFEST 3-5 P.M., CDC
2 Library 3 Outdoor Recreation 4-5 Child, Youth & School Services 6 Arts, Crafts, Music & Theater
7 Sports & Fitness 8 Looking for Childcare
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LIBRARY Services • • • • • • • • • • •
Free Wi-Fi Printing Copy Machine Public computers/CAC Language learning resources New Release AAFES movies Music CDs DVD & Blu-Rays Wii, PS3, XBOX games Audio books Web access to Library account
EARTH DAY 2015 “IT’S OUR TURN TO LEAD”
Check out our April display celebrating the 45th Anniversary of Earth Day. Get tips on how you can help conserve energy costs, reduce waste, use non-toxic household products, or even plan an “eco-tourist” vacation. Get started by recycling your books -use the library!
APRIL IS AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH
In conjunction with Army Community Service, the library will exhibit materials to heighten awareness of the issues affecting those with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Browse our extensive collection of books, audiobooks and videos on this current, relevant topic.
PRESCHOOL & TODDLER STORYTIMES MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY
April 17, noon -5 p.m. Join us in paying special tribute to the military spouses in our community. Drop by for refreshments and peruse our special display featuring items of particular interest to military families. Active duty military spouses from all services may enter a raffle to win one of many great prizes, including local restaurant and café vouchers, a massage, and great special gifts from our sponsors. Spouses who cannot be present on Friday may stop by the library anytime during the week to enter the raffle. Spouses must enter personally, but need not be present for the drawing. Sponsored event!
Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. April 2, 16 & 30, ages 3 and up April 9 & 23, ages 3 and under Join us at the library for stories, songs and crafts. It’s never too early to introduce your child to the wonders of stories and reading. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
BOOK CLUB MEETING
April 13, 7 p.m. Join in the guided discussion of the book “In the Heart of the Sea: the Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex” by Nathaniel Philbrick, soon to be a major motion picture. This 1819 epic true story that rocked the whaling industry also inspired the climactic scene in Herman Melville’s Moby Dick. Books are available at the library.
POETRY MONTH --POEM IN YOUR POCKET DAY
April 17, noon - 5 p.m. The idea is simple: select a poem you love during National Poetry Month and carry it in your pocket to share with friends and family. Bring it to the library on the 17th and read or recite it to a staff member and receive a homemade cookie!
Hours of Operation 2
Sunday - Friday: Saturday:
Noon - 6:30 p.m. Closed
Contact Information
DSN 440-2467, CIV 08821-750-2467
APRIL 2015
Family and MWR MUNICH: THE DARK TOUR
April 17: Part One (Lecture), 7 p.m. April 19: Part Two (Tour), 8 a.m. This is the most ambitious and extraordinary introduction to the dark period of Munich’s history offered by any tour company! The complete tour starts on Friday evening in the assembly room of Building 253 with a two and half hour video and lecture about the rise of the Third Reich under Adolf Hitler in the city of Munich. On the following Sunday we take the train to Munich and walk the route of the “Bier Hall Putsch” and see nearly everything associated with this darkest period of Munich’s history. Price: $44 per adult. Not appropriate for children under the age of 15.
PARTNACH GORGE AND ALPSPITZ WELLENBAD
April 18 One of the most beautiful natural sights in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is the Partnach Gorge. It is beautiful in every season and serves as our “mini Grand Canyon” without quite the influx of visitors! The Alpspitz Wellenbad is the town’s largest pool and the best spa in the local area. There are three saunas, a steam bath, jacuzzis, warm pools, cold pools, diving pools, an Olympic pool, salt pools, salt treatments, eating and drinking areas, a bar, numerous lounging areas and just about everything you might want to experience during the most relaxing day of your life. (Parts of the spa area are “textile free”). This 7 hour tour on a Saturday afternoon includes the walking tour and entrance to the gorge, pool and sauna areas of the SPA. It is also possible to do only the walk through the gorge or only the pool, but buying the combination results in $4 saved! Price: $22 Wellenbad; $10 Gorge; $28 Gorge and Wellenbad.
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
April 24-26 The Golden City just gets better and better. Spared extensive bombing damage in WWII, Prague still has an authentic feel to its wonderful architecture. The capital of Bohemia has the famous Charles Bridge, and Old Town Square, the beautiful St.
Hours of Operation Friday - Monday: Noon - 6 p.m. Federal Holidays: Closed
OUTDOOR RECREATION Vitus Cathedral and the Old Castle and a wonderful tradition of musicmaking by “Bohemians” of all stripes. We usually attend an opera in one of Prague’s three opera houses where the performances are inexpensive and subtitled in English. If time permits, your tour guide will also provide an excellent tour of the Franz Kafka Museum and the Alfons Mucha “Slav Epic.” In addition to the cities historical and cultural attributes it has a reputation for quality Czech beer as well! On our return trip we will stop in Pilsen briefly for a meal at a great restaurant for a quick lunch. Price: $290 per adult, $145 per child (5-12); single supplement is an additional $45 per night (includes transportation, hotel accommodations and breakfast). Passport required.
BICYCLES City Cruiser Mountain Bike Child/Youth Bike Child Trailer (seats 2) Child Tandem Trailer Child Seat CAMPING Large Cooler Small Cooler Pavilion Canopy Fest Table with Bench Large Tent Small Tent Camp Stove Camp Lantern (Battery) HIKING Hiking Poles Backpack Child Pack
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PARTENKIRCHEN HISTORIC WALK April 30 Garmisch-Partenkirchen was liberated by members of the US Army on April 29, 1945 and we will walk around the place that became a home for so many Americans thereafter! Of course there is much more to discover. Partenkirchen is the older of the two sides of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and therefore also has a wealth of historic sites. Highlights include the “Plague Chapel” put up during the Thirty Years War, some great frescoes, the State School for Woodworking, the Partenkirchen Kurpark, and some wonderful stories about Ludwig the Bavarian, Henry the Lion and St. Mark. There is a good chance to have dinner afterwards for those who are interested. Price: $8 per adult/child; free for children under 12.
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19 59 59
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EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Contact Information
DSN 440-2638, CIV 08821-750-2638
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CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES
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Career Talk
Photo Club
Cosmos
X Box Tourney
Billiards
Minecraft
80s Dance 1900-2200
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Club Beyond
Strategy Club
Sketching
Picture This
Games
Pete’s Games
Computer Science I
Cosmos
Movie Club
Brinner
Foosball
Ping Pong
Gym Time
Choc Talk
SPRING BREAK Youth Center Open 1300-1800 13
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Club Beyond
Chalk Art
Coping Skillz
4 Square
Open Rec
Headstands
Computer Science II
Cosmos
X Box Tourney
Schnitzel
Gotcha!
Watercolors
Gym Time
Chai with Bri Ping Pong 20
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Club Beyond
Ladderball
Backgammon
Duct Tape Art
Catchphrase
Chess Club
Computer Science III
Cosmos
Movie Club
BBQ
Menu Planning
Billiards
Gym Time
Choc Talk
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Club Beyond
GeoGuesser
Tonk
Photo Editing
Checkers
Computer Science IV
Cosmos
X Box Tourney
Meditation
Finger Painting
Member Organization of
Chai with Bri
TECH LAB OPEN DAILY Homework Help available daily! Come finish your Homework and then hang out with your friends!
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School Days 1400-1800 MonThur/1400-2200 Fri School Out Days 1300-1800 Mon-Thur/1400-2200 Fri 08821-750-2600/440-2600
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CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES
April 2015
Member Organization of
Garmisch School Age Center School Days 1430-1800 School Out Days 0745-1800 08821-750-2654/440-2654
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Tuesday
Wednesday 1
Thursday 2
MOMC Kick-Off Peacetime with 15:00 at the CDC Pete! Brain Busters
6 PJ DAY!
7 Crazy Hair
B&G Club Movie Making
Tech Club Art Club
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Friday 3 No School MOMC Marble Party & April Birthdays Celebration
8 Costume Day! 9 Crazy Hat Day! 10
Science Club Bowling Field Trip @ 1230
Peacetime with Pete! Brain Busters
Red, White
and Blue Day!
Cooking Club Fit Fun Friday!
April 6 – April 10 MOMC Spirit Week / Spring Break
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B&G Club Movie Making
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B&G Club Music Making
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B&G Club Music Making
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Tech Club Art Club
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Military Dog Demo 16:00 at Canine Corral
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Tech Club Art Club
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PURPLE UP DAY!
Photography Club Game Day with Gardner
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Science Club Game Day with Gardner
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Photography Club Game Day with Gardner
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17 Camo Day!
Brain Busters
PT Demo!
Peacetime with Pete!
Fit Fun Friday:
Cooking Club
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Brain Busters
Cooking Club
MOMC Pitch, Hit Fit Fun Friday & Run Challenge
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MOMC Kinderfest 15:00
April is Month of the Military Child! 5
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SEWING, QUILTING & TEXTILE CRAFTS
PARENT & CHILD AND BEGINNERS
Machine Sewing Course
Knitting & Crocheting Class
Do you have a sewing machine and would like to know how it works? This is the class for you! Materials included - $25.
Beginner Quilting Class - Lap Quilt
You will learn all the basics, from cutting, piecing, basting and quilting. We supply the tools. Materials not Included - $75.
Sewing Class for Beginners & Children
This is the crash course class plus a second appointment where you will apply your skills and make a small project of their own. Materials Included - $25.
Sewing & Mending Service
For those who don’t have the time. We also do uniform patches.
In this 3 session class you will learn the basics while making a small project like a scarf or beanie hat. Instruction fee: $32/adult, $16/child. Adults without children are welcome!
Kids Crafts Birthdays
Let your child have a creative memory. Choose from various crafts projects for your kid’s birthday party, i.e. pottery, ceramics, silk painting ... Bring your decorations, cake, food, presents… we will do the clean up.
OTHER SERVICES AND CLASSES
Watercolor, oil painting, kids painting, knitting, crocheting, scrap booking classes, open sewing machine room, sewing & mending service, piano practice room, ceramics & pottery classes and open work space.
GIFT STORE Silk Painting Classes
For beginners and advanced. We will make a beautiful silk scarf, fee $30. Pease call for dates & times.
Hours of Operation
Wood Shop Safety Class - $20 Furniture Building Furniture Restoration and Upholstery Repairs and Mending Knife Making Class Tools, Machines Do-It-Yourself Hobby Shop Picture Framing, Matting, Poster Mounting
Over 300 moldings to choose from - Wood or Metal, Matting, Poster Mounting, Object Framing, Shadow Boxes, Oil Painting Restoration.
Music Lessons for Piano & Violin
... with crafts supplies, paints, brushes, DMC floss, art supplies, handmade pottery, wooden gifts, home decorations, seasonal wares and Bavarian souvenirs on sale.
Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m.
WOODWORKING SHOP
Lessons are offered for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels, ages 5 to adult. $240 for a 2-month lesson package for piano or violin. Instruction takes place in the music practice room at the Crafts Tree. Free piano practice room usage is included for all students!
Arts & Crafts - The Crafts Tree Bldg. 263
(Underneath the dining facility, go down the ramp)
Contact Information
DSN 440-3888/3475 | CIV 08821-750-3888/3475
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SPORTS & FITNESS
April 2015 Sun
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1200 Spin&Abs
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1200 Core Challenge
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1200 Core Challenge
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1200 Core Challenge
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1200 Core Challenge
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1730 HIIT
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1730 HIIT
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1730 HIIT
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1730 HIIT
1200 Spin&Abs
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1200 Spin&Abs
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1200 Spin&Abs
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1200 Spin&Abs
1730 Spinning
1730 Spinning
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1730 Spinning
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1730 Spinning
SPRING JOY MASSAGE
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1200TrailFit
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1200TrailFit
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1200TrailFit
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1200TrailFit
The almond tree in blossom - the messenger of spring.
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For centuries almond oil has been used as a beauty and skin treatment. Almond oil suits many skin types and it particularly helps if you have extremely dry or sensitive skin. Treat your skin and body to a massage with a high quality almond massage oil! 60 minute full body massage with a complimentary 10 minute face and head massage for $65. 90 minute full body massage for $75. Fragrance free massage cream and lotion are also available with this special offer. Valid from April 17 - May 3.
MFC CLOSED
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1730 Spinning
Spin&Abs - an interval based indoor cycling, followed by a 10 minute abdominal mat session. Get your cardio and core workout in one class.
FITNESS CLASSES
Core Challenge - a fun and challenging way to whittle your waist. This challenging class works to tone and condition all major muscles of the torso with the aim of increasing spinal stability, essential for posture and health. SCAT (Strength Cardio Agility Training) - a great way to burn fat, lose weight and get ultra-fit. This class is designed in the circuit format and easy to follow at your own level of fitness. HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) - a short, intense bursts of exercise with active recovery in between. This class will fire up your metabolism thanks to the phenomenon known as afterburner. Trail Fit – an effective and efficient cross fitness training that combines cardio with plyometric drills, running strength and technique and legendary core exercises in the beautiful Riesersee scenery.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday Sunday Saturday & US Holiday
5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closed
Contact Information
DSN 440-2747 | CIV 08821-750-2747
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