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TOWER BARRACKS & ROSE BARRACKS
R E I D SOL W O H S BAZAAR HALLOWEEN LIBRARIES WILD B.O.A.R.
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Visit Berlin, October 11, with Wild B.O.A.R. Check out the Passport online for more details.
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FAMILY AND MWR PHONE DIRECTORY TOWER BARRACKS
ROSE BARRACKS
Civilian Prefix 09641-83-XXX
Civilian Prefix 09662-83-XXX
Family and MWR Directorate, B539 Army Lodging, B619 Arts & Craft Shop, B607 Automotive Skills Center, B528 Bavaria Stüb’l, B209 BOSS, B150 Bowling Center, B612 Child Development Center, B260 FCC Provider Coordinator, B539 Java Cafe’ Bar & Grill, B612 Library, B445 NAF Civilian Personnel, B539 Performing Arts Center, B103 Physical Fitness Center, B170 School Liaison Officer, B539 Tower View Conference Center, B209 Value Added Tax (VAT) Office, B539 Warrior Zone, B153 Wild B.O.A.R. Outdoor Recreation, RC600 Youth Sports & Fitness, B547 Hunting, Fishing & Sport Shooting, RC600
Events in this publication sponsored by: 2 • Family and MWR LINK October 2015 No DOD, Army or Federal endorsement is implied.
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Army Lodging, B275..................................................475-1700 Automotive Skills Center, B711.................................476-2521 Bowling Center, B2201..............................................476-2576 Child Development Center, B2234............................476-2651 School Age Center, B2237.........................................476-3144 Java Cafe’, B607......................................................... 476-2360 Library, B2222............................................................ 476-1740 Parent Central Services, B224...................................476-2760 Physical Fitness Center, B323....................................476-2214 ristorante Rosalia’s, B227..........................................476-3699 Special Events Coordinator, B607..............................476-2948 The Zone Sports Bar, B607........................................476-2460 Warrior Zone, B607................................................... 476-2942 Youth Center, B1706..................................................476-3144
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Civilian Prefix 09641-83-XXX Child Development Center, B9010............................475-9478 School Age Center, B9010.........................................475-9490 Youth Center, B9080..................................................475-9393
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SOLDIER SHOW The 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show is a high-energy 90-minute live musical that showcases the talents of Soldiers who were selected by audition from throughout the Active-Duty, Reserve and National Guard Army.
“We Serve”
The production, explores the foundational elements of what it means to serve, in and out of uniform, as well as how our country in return serves them. It is this “Soldier for Life” aspect that instills the strength and character of our Soldiers and our Army, which are exemplified in our core values; Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage.
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This year's show, features current hits “Uptown Funk,” “Bang Bang” and “Turn Down for What,” along with the Army classic “Oh, How I Hate To Get Up in the Morning.” The show also pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Ia Drang Valley, one of the bloodiest conflicts during the Vietnam War. A Soldier from that battle, Patrick Stephenson, serves as narrator and weaves his “Soldier for Life” story throughout the program. In addition, Soldiers are featured enjoying ballet, opera and the winter holiday season. The 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show honors our Army’s continued service, resilience and strength and its mission to effectively inform, educate and inspire our audiences into action. It celebrates this great Nation, our Army, and the Families and communities that service and support our service members in return. We are honored to share this experience of service with you, and are confident that the performance of “We Serve” will leave behind a positive and uplifting reminder of what makes our Soldiers and our Army Family “Army Strong.”
OCTOBER
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 and MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 6 p.m., Tower Theater Free admission. Doors open at 5 p.m. Important information: First come - First served! Limited seats available. Audience has to be seated prior to show starting at 6 p.m. Strollers can be parked in the Lobby (limited space available), aisles cannot be blocked. For more information and highlights from the U.S. Army Soldier Show, including more information about the cast and crew, visit www.armymwr.com/ soldier-show.
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Wild B.O.A.R. Bavaria Outdoor Adventure & Recreation
CLIMBING HALL
The perfect place to train for the challenging climbing in Bavaria. We offer bouldering, top rope climbing, sport lead climbing and belay certification classes.
HIGH ROPES COURSE
A state of the art facility that provides participants with an adrenaline charges experience. Located at two different heights, 46 different challenge elements and 5 zip lines. Note: Zip lines are closed until further notice for maintenance.
PAINTBALL
Whatever your taste is: Paintball, Speed Ball or Woodland we have you covered. With our woodland courses, private groups or military units can enjoy a quality activity. This activity is by reservation only and a two week notification is required for scheduling.
SCUBA DIVING
Try Scuba Pool: October 7 & 21 Open Water Diver Certification: October 5-24 Advanced Adventure Diver: October 17 & 24 Discover Local Diving: October 24 Steinberg Am See
HUNTING, FISHING & SPORT SHOOTING TRAP & SKEET RANGE
No weapon license is required to use any of the ranges. If you don't have your own weapon or a bow to use you can rent one. Ranges are open every other weekend. The trap and skeet range is located off of One Community Road close to Camp Algier. The Pistol, Rifle & Archery ranges are at range 116. Only cash and euro accepted at these facilities.
Summer Hours (April - October) Saturday & Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Rifle, Pistol & Bow Ranges October 3/4; 17/18; and 31: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
FISHING
Pike Event: October 17, 8 a.m., Location: TBD, Cost: $10
GRAFENWOEHR EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding, Seasonal Rentals, Maintenance and Family Rental Rates.
CABIN RENTALS SIZES & RATES
Tower Barracks, Minimum Stay: Two Nights • 2 Bedroom Cabin (sleeps 5) Day: $125 | Week: $650 • 3 Bedroom Cabin (sleeps 7) Day: $145 | Week: $725 Rose Barracks, Minimum Stay: Two Nights • 2 Bedroom Cabin (sleeps 4) Day: $85 | Week: $420 • 3 Bedroom Cabin (sleeps 6) Day: $95 | Week: $490
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Join us for lunch or a cold beverage and enjoy the great outdoors. Open 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed Wednesdays.
November 27-29 (Deadline to register: October 9)
Nowhere else is skiing and snowboarding in Austria as varied and enjoyable as in the Tyrolean Zillertal Valley. Enjoy 3 beautiful days with breakfast and dinner on this unique ski area. Contact Wild B.O.A.R. Outdoor Recreation to get your seat and gear reserved. Half price on rentals upon sign up. Ski equipment fitting must be accomplished at least two days prior to the trip departure. Ski passes are not included. Passport Required. Price: $429 per adult in a single room; $259 per adult in double room; $219 per child (3-12); $99 per child under 3.
HALLOWEEN PARTY October 31
Welcome to Frankenstein Castle near Darmstadt for the biggest Halloween party in Germany! The event takes place annually in the ruins of the Frankenstein castle, with more than 70 monsters waiting to scare you when you walk through the castle grounds, with shows on stage, and refreshments and food… JOIN THE FUN IF YOU DARE! Entrance is allowed to anyone above 14 years old! As the party goes on until midnight, estimated time of return is 4 a.m. Price: $79 per person (over 14 years old only). (Entrance to castle is included)
INDOOR SKI/SNOWBOARD LESSONS
October 2-4 (SB) | October 16-18 (SKI) | October 30- November 1 (SB) | November 6-8 (SKI)
TRIPS - ADVENTURE, DAY AND OVERNIGHT
THANKSGIVING HINTERTUX GLACIER SKI TRIP
Get an early start on this year’s winter sports activities. Learn how to ski or snowboard at one of the few indoor snow domes in Germany. Enjoy a two night stay in a hotel, have access to the snow dome from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. which includes a buffet style lunch and dinner, beverages, lessons and ski and snowboard equipment for both days. Other activities available at this facility are indoor skydiving and paint ball. Price: $289 per person in double room.
Contact and Register: Wild B.O.A.R. Leisure Travel - RC600 Tank Road, Tower Barracks DSN 475-8529 CIV 09641-83-8529 Sign up: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Grafenwoehrrectrac.html PASSPORT guide featuring all trips and adventures available at Wild B.O.A.R. - Bavaria Outdoor Adventure & Recreation Tower Barracks and Rose Barracks • 7
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9 Pin No Tap Sport Pattern – October 7; 6-9 p.m.
Try something a little different! If you always get 8 or 9 pins down, but can't get that strike, come out and bowl today's special. 9 Pins or more gets you that strike! All other scoring is the same.
EFMP Bowling – October 7; 4-6 p.m.
Join in the fun at EFMP bowling and bring the family out for a great night! Bowling is free to Service Members and their families if they are active with the ACS Exceptional Family Member Program.
Scotch Doubles Tournament – October 21; 6-9 p.m.
Get your two person team together, roll separately and win as a team. In Scotch Doubles each person alternates rolling the ball down the lane.
Mixed League – October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 7 p.m.
Joining a league is a great way to get out, meet people and have fun! While the chance to enter a new team into the league has passed, there are plenty of opportunities to substitute on a weekly basis and meet great people while socializing and having fun.
Halloween Bash – October 31; 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Have a safe and fun holiday this Halloween at the Rose Barracks Bowling Center. Enjoy a Costume Contest with great prizes while a DJ spins the tracks that you want to hear. The Teen Center Lock-In event will be from midnight - 2 a.m.
Cosmic/Disco – Fridays, 7-11 p.m. & Saturdays; 2 p.m. - close Come to the club and bowl! Wait! What? Cosmic/Disco lights and music are played throughout the Bowling Center. Enjoy that disco vibe!
Family Day – Sundays; 2-6 p.m.
Enjoy some quality family time together. Children bowl free (fee for shoe rental) when accompanied by their parent (must remain in facility). Note: Family Day pricing is not applicable to special functions.
All-You-Can-Bowl Football Sundays; 6-10 p.m.
"Rent" a lane for just $40. Up to ten people can bowl on that lane once you "rent" it. This is a bargain and a chance to have an inexpensive night out, while watching the great games brought to you by AFN.
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OCTOBER 31; 10 P.M. PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - TOWER BARRACKS, BLDG. 103 Dress in costume and enjoy the movie. No outside food or beverages allowed. The Performing Arts Center is looking for volunteers to help out both behind the scenes and leading the audience. If interested, call DSN 475-6426 or CIV 09641-83-6426. No one under age 18 will be allowed in the show without parent or guardian.
NEW SOUND PROOF RECORDING STUDIO SCHEDULE YOUR JAM SESSION TODAY Performing Arts Center B103 Tower Barracks DSN 475-6426 CIV 09641-83-6426
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LIBRARY
Very Scary Library
October 30, 5-6 p.m., Rose Barracks and Tower Barracks Test-drive your costume at the Library. You are invited to take part in a little preholiday mischief at our Very Scary Library Event. Complete a scavenger hunt in the library and receive a treat. Make a fun Halloween craft and have your face painted by Magic Maxx. Our night of fun is designed for children ages 0-12 and their Families.
Story Time Art
Planning your own get-together? The libraries have a variety of books with party and decorating ideas, recipes, simple homemade costumes, and scary tales to tell. We also have a great selection of creepy movies and chilling songs. Stop in and check them out.
Join us as we team with CYSS SKIESUnlimited Program and the Heart & Home Craft Shop for a morning of art instruction from a professional art teacher. "Story Time Art" is for children 2-5 and their parents. Library has reference books available if needed. Registration is through CYSS Parent Central Services.
How can I access Army MWR Libraries’ services and resources? 1.Your MWR Library You can register at your local MWR library by contacting them directly. Find your local MWR library by using the General Library Information System (http://mylibraryeu.armybiznet.com/) Once you're registered, you have access to all Army Europe Libraries’ services and resources, including all e-resources. 2. AKO If you aren't registered at an MWR Library, but have an account with Army Knowledge Online (AKO) (https://www.us.army.mil/), you can access most Army Libraries’ e-resources. In AKO select “Self Service” then "My Library" in the main navigation bar. 3. ArmyOneSource You can also access most Army Libraries’ e-resources through ArmyOneSource. In ArmyOneSource (www.myarmyonesource.com), select "Education, Careers, and Libraries" then "Online Library Resources" in the navigation bar. 4. MilitaryOneSource If you aren't in the Army, but are in another branch of the military, you can use MilitaryOneSource (www.militaryonesource.mil). Scroll over "Military Life Topics", select "Morale, Welfare & Recreation", then “Popular Links”, then "DoD MWR Library Resources".
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Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks Library Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m., Tower Barracks Library
Military History Group The Military History Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Tower Barracks Library. New members and presenters are always welcome! October 14 – Battle Jena-Auerstadt
Displays • Domestic Violence Awareness Month • Hispanic Heritage Month (Sep 15 – Oct 15) • National Book Month • National Bake and Decorate Month
The Bavaria Stüb’l is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family − great burgers, sandwiches and Bavarian cuisine.
Enjoy authentic Italian pizzas & pastas Menu available at www.grafenwoehr.armymwr.com TAKE OUT SERVICE: DSN 476-3699 | CIV 09662-83-3699
OPEN FOR LUNCH
Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
JOIN US FOR DINNER
Wednesday - Friday, 5 - 8 p.m. Friday Night BBQ
Serving beef baby back ribs, BBQ pork spare ribs, honey mustard BBQ chicken, beef brisket and BBQ pulled pork sandwich. Entrées served with a side item. The bar is open until 10 p.m. on Fridays.
Mongolian BBQ Dinner October 7 and 21
CLOSED TRAINING HOLIDAYS
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The 2015 U.S. Army Arts & Crafts Contest recognizes the talent of our Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians. This year, 442 entries were submitted from Army Garrisons and deployed Soldiers. USAG Bavaria Family and MWR is proud to announce a local winner of the Arts & Crafts Contest. Congratulations to MAJ Abraham Young for winning first place as an Accomplished Artist in the wood category for his creation "Reclining Armchairs." Your on-post ‘Mini-Michaels’ offers general and specialized craft supplies as well as instructional classes and socializing opportunities. Express your inner artist through beading, sewing, quilting, scrapbooking, needlework or painting. Learn new arts and crafts techniques. The cutting/layout area and sewing machines are available to help you finish the project. • • • • • •
General and specialized craft supplies Special orders Classes – learn new skills and meet other crafters Work sessions Sewing notions/fabrics/quilting fat quarters/charm squares Work space and sewing machines available
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Art supplies Children’s craft supplies Limited Embroidery services Customized framing; free estimates Framing classes Do-It-Yourself center Engraving
B607 SARATOGA AVENUE, TOWER BARRACKS DSN 475-6101, CIV 09641-83-6101
Army Digital Photography Contest This contest celebrates photographic skill from two divisions (Active Duty and Other Eligible Patrons). Participants enter their work in one of eight categories, including: Animals, Design Elements, Digital Darkroom, Military Life, Monochrome, Nature/ Landscapes, People and Still Life. Monetary prizes are awarded for the first, second and third place winners in each category. Review the participant guidelines on armymwr.com for more information on how to enter.
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Family and MWR, in conjunction with, the Bavaria Community and Spouses’ Club present
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ROSE BARRACKS BLDG 134 OCTOBER 16 - 18 FRIDAY: 11 A.M. - 7 P.M.; SATURDAY: 10 A.M. - 7 P.M.; SUNDAY: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M. FEATURING VENDORS FROM THROUGHOUT EUROPE! Antiques, Wines, Cheeses, Bavarian Clothing, Italian Porcelain, Polish Pottery, Tapestries, Jewelry, Food, Drinks, Opportunity Drawings and more! Visa, MasterCard, Cash and Checks accepted. Sorry, no Strollers.
www.bavaria.armymwr.com www.bavariacsc.com
Event sponsored by:
No DOD, Army or Federal endorsement implied.
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