link August 2017
TOWER BARRACKS & ROSE BARRACKS
THE 59TH ANNUAL GRAFENWOEHR GERMAN-AMERICAN
VOLKSFEST IS BACK!
SPECIAL EDITION
ACS . LIBRARY . SPORTS . PERFORMING ARTS . OUTDOOR RECREATION . ARTS & CRAFTS
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FAMILY AND MWR PHONE DIRECTORY TOWER BARRACKS
ROSE BARRACKS
Family and MWR Directorate, B539..........................526-9057 Army Lodging, B619.................................................. 475-1700 Arts & Craft Center, B607..........................................475-6101 Automotive Skills Center, B528................................. 475-6239 BOSS, B150................................................................475-8822 Bowling Center, B612................................................ 475-6177 Child Development Center, B260.............................. 475-7180 FCC Provider Coordinator, B539................................526-9059 Java Cafe’ Bar & Grill, B612....................................... 475-8252 Library, B445............................................................. 475-1740 NAF Civilian Personnel, B539.................................... 526-2081 Physical Fitness Center, B170.................................... 475-9007 School Liaison Officer, B539...................................... 526-9042 Special Events Coordinator, B607 .............................476-2948 Value Added Tax (VAT) Office, B539.......................... 526-9031 Wild B.O.A.R. Outdoor Recreation, RC600................475-8529 Youth Sports & Fitness, B547.................................... 475-6655 Hunting, Fishing & Sport Shooting, RC600................475-8529
Army Community Service......................................... 476-2650 Army Lodging, B275..................................................476-1700 Automotive Skills Center, B711.................................476-2521 Bowling Center, B2201..............................................476-2576 Child Development Center, B2234............................476-2651 School Age Center, B2237.........................................476-2556 Java Café, B607.......................................................... 476-2360 Library, B227.............................................................. 476-1740 Java Café at the Library, B227....................................476-3699 Parent Central Services, B224...................................476-2760 Physical Fitness Center, B323....................................476-2214 The Zone Sports Bar, B607........................................476-2460 Warrior Zone, B607...................................................476-2942 Youth Center, B1706..................................................476-3144
"475" Civilian Prefix 09641-83-XXXX "476" Civilian Prefix 09662-83-XXXX "526" Civilian Prefix 09641-70-526-XXXX
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NETZABERG Child Development Center, B9010............................475-9478 School Age Center, B9010.........................................475-9490 Youth Center, B9080..................................................475-9393
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WILD B.O.A.R. OUTDOOR RECREATION
WATERSPORTS ADVENTURE
AUGUST CALENDAR 4
Night Fishing
Feel the urge to try some extreme water sports? Take this opportunity to experience wakeboarding, waterskiing and paddle boarding for all levels! Visit a water park with a state-of-the-art cable pulling system that pulls the water sport enthusiast effortlessly over smooth waters. There are two beginner areas, one intermediate area and one expert area. Enjoy a day of fun in the sun! Personal flotation device (PFD), paddleboard and transportation included. Entry ticket not included in price. (40€ Day ticket includes water skis and PFD; additional 19€ for beginner wake board, 24€ for pro wake board, 29€ for feature wake board.) Price: $38/person
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Advanced Adventure Diver
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Karlovy Vary & The Asian Dragon Market, Czech Republic*
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Mountain Bike Day Trip
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Prague, Czech Republic*
SLOVENIA OUTDOOR WEEKEND*
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Open Water Diver Certification
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Try Scuba Pool
Head to the outdoor playground of the Soca River Valley, one of the most beautiful places in Europe, full of beautiful mountains and waterfalls for you to explore. This area is where Ernest Hemingway documented the 1917 Italian retreat from the Battle of Caporetto. Explore historic hikes, WWI monuments and museums, and the old town of Kobarid. The campground is well established with all modern facilities, including a rock climbing wall and high ropes course! White water rafting and canyoning will be offered for an additional cost. Transportation, camping fees, camping gear and equipment included. Registration is limited. Price: $289/person.
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Tandem Skydiving
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Night Fishing
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Berlin
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Watersports Adventure
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Legoland
EVENING STANDUP PADDLE BOARDING
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Walk On Paintball
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Night Fishing
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Slovenia Outdoor Weekend*
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Polish Pottery, Poland*
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Dachau & Munich National Museum
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Evening Standup Paddle Boarding
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Try Scuba Pool
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Outdoor Rock Climbing in Frankenjura
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Night Fishing
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Advanced Adventure Diver
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Europa Park Amusement Park
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Klettersteig Day Trip
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Sport Shooting Course
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Two Castles
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Zipline Adventure Park
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Lake Clean-up
August 12
August 18-21
August 22, 6-8:30 p.m.
Standup paddle boarding is a great way to score some cool points while working on your balance and paddling. Join Wild B.O.A.R. Outdoor Recreation for a fun evening of instructional paddling. Already have the skills? Come spend the evening paddling beautiful Dickhäuter Lake, mastering skills or practicing yoga. Price: $15/person
CONQUER THE ALPSPITZE/ZUGSPITZE IN GARMISCH September 1-4
Looking for an adventurous outdoor getaway? Come to Garmisch, home to Germany’s highest mountain: the Zugspitze. Camp at one of the local campgrounds, climb the Zugspitze’s 2,628 meter-high neighbor the Alpspitze, summit the Zugspitze at 2,962 meters above sea level, and enjoy canyoning in Austria. This is a highly adventurous trip and not one to be missed! Participants must be in good physical shape. Transportation, climbing gear, instruction, camping equipment, lodging and lift ticket included. Registration is limited. Price: $320/person ages 18 and up.
NIGHT FISHING ON DICKHÄUTER LAKE
EVERY FRIDAY IN AUGUST Start the weekend fishing from dusk until dawn on Dickhäuter Lake. German fishing license and fishing permit required. Price: Free to permit holders
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ROSE BARRACKS
HEART & HOME
BOWLING CENTER
CRAFT SHOP
PBA THURSDAYS
CREATIVE WELDING
Want to know how the oil pattern affects your score? Come bowl on a different oil pattern every Thursday!
Once the basics and safety steps are mastered, let your imagination wander and shine through your work. In addition to developing self-expression via art, learn this life skill that may be applied anywhere and everywhere.
Thursdays To make Sport Bowling more challenging, the Professional Bowling Association (PBA) uses a variety of different oil patterns for tournaments.
RED PIN & COSMIC BOWLING
Fridays, 6-11 p.m. Red Pins are added to the racks of pins. If the red pin is the head pin, the customer must notify the counter. If you bowl a strike you receive a free game coupon to be used that evening.
COSMIC BOWLING Saturdays We’ll have the lights out and the black lights on! Enjoy the experience of being the DJ, dancing, bowling and relaxing in that night club ambiance every Saturday night!
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Creative welding is the perfect activity for BIG ideas!
Tuesdays: Safety and instruction Thursdays: Artistic creation
ART JOURNALING
August 9 & 23, 1-3 p.m. Interested in taking your journaling to the next level? Learn various tools and techniques to bring your memories to life. Cost: $20/ person (supplies included), $5/returning student.
DO-IT-YOURSELF FRAMING CLASSES
Sundays. 2-6 p.m. We offer free bowling for Children when accompanied by a parent. Starting at 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. you can rent a lane for $30 and bowl all you want. Call the Bowling Center for more details.
August 12, 19 & 23, 9 a.m.-noon The walls barren and all photos stashed away? Want to hang all those family portraits and don’t know how? Learn how to build your own frames. After taking this class, you will be a certified ‘Do-It-Yourself’ framer and will have all the endless possibilities in framing. Cost: $45, supplies are included (bring your own content to frame)
EFMP BOWLING
OIL PAINTING
FAMILY DAY BOWLING
August 2, 4-6 p.m. Exceptional Family Members bowl free when accompanied by a guardian. Contact Army Community Service (ACS) to learn more about EFMP!
LADIES NIGHT
August 2, 16 & 30, 6-9 p.m. Ladies, leave your husbands at home or bring them with you. Either way, you're bowling free every other Wednesday this month. Pay for only the shoes.
August 16. 2-5:30 p.m. Learn the basics of color theory, blending, brush strokes, water blending and perspective while painting with oils. Oil paints, canvases and brushes will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own materials as well. Cost: $30 (Supplies included)
CRAFT FAIR
August 19, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Attention all crafters and/or buyers of crafts! Our community crafters will be showing and selling their work! Buy, sell and browse for your favorite handmade items. It's never too late to start your Christmas shopping. Cost: $20/table. Register for your tables by August 16.
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CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Parent Central Services is the first stop for all your child care and program needs. Parent Central Services staff can assist you with finding the right Sport, Instructional Program or Middle School/Teen Activity just for your child or youth, and help you find a child care provider that suits your work schedule. - Child Development Center Programs: Full-Day Childcare, Before and After School, Hourly, Part-Day and Part-Time Preschool and Strong Beginning - Family Child Care: Full-Day Childcare, Before and After School and Hourly - School Age Services Programs: Before and After School - Youth Services Programs: After School, Summer Camp, Trips, Dances, Homework Assistance and access to the Computer lab - Youth Sports and Fitness Programs: Basketball, Cheerleading, Wrestling, Baseball, Soccer, Track and Field - SKIESUnlimited Instructional programs: Piano, Flute, Recorder, Violin, Viola, Horseback riding, Karate, Dance, Gymnastics & Tumble, Kinder Gym, Creative Art Fundamentals and Story Time Art - Kids on Site hourly child care program
Other services include:
- On-line registration, enrollment and payment - Waitlist - Babysitter Referral - Family Child Care (FCC) Referral - German Kindergarten Referral - German Sports Club Referrals - Deployment & Respite Service - Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) - Volunteer/Sports Coaches Application
For assistance contact CYS Parent Central Services Rose Barracks, B224 DSN 476-2760/2658, CIV 09662-83-2760/2658 Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday and Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday: 8: a.m. - 5 p.m. / 5 - 6 p.m. by appointment only Closed Weekends & US Holidays usarmy.bavaria.imcom-fmwrc.list.cyss-info@mail.mil
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National Breastfeeding Awareness Month & Anti-terrorism Awareness month 1 2 3 4 Newborn Network, 1000-1200, RB B221 Rm207
Espresso Yourself, 1000-1100, TB Army Lodging German as a Second Language, (8 Sessions 2 Aug—20 Sep), 1800-2000, RB ACS
English as a Second Language, 1100-1300, RB ACS
Espresso Yourself, 0815-0915, RB Kristal Inn
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Morning Coffee with...Volunteer Programs, 0900-1000, RB Java Café @ Library B227 Newborn Network, 1000-1200, RB B221 Rm207 Afternoon Tea with...Volunteer Programs, 1500-1600, TB B244 Rm128
Newborn Network, 1000-1200, RB B221 Rm207
Espresso Yourself, 1000-1100, TB Army Lodging Citizenship/Immigration Workshop,1000-1200, RB ACS
FRG Key Contact Training, 0900-1130, TB Camp Normandy B3144 Newborn Network, 1000-1200, RB B221 Rm207
Welcome to Bavaria! 1000-1500, RB ACS
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Espresso Yourself, 1000-1100, TB Army Lodging AVC OPOC, 1030-1200, RB B221 Rm206
Newborn Network, 1000-1200, RB B221 Rm207 Brown Bag Sessions —Victim Support Group, 1100-1300, Netzaberg Chapel
German as a Second Language, (8 Sessions 23 Aug—11 Oct), 0830-1030, RB ACS Espresso Yourself, 1000-1100, TB Army Lodging
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Career Planning, 0900-1030, RB ACS English as a Second Language, 1100-1300, RB ACS AFTB K Class: Intro to Military & Civilian Community Resources, 1030-1130, RB B221 Rm206
FRG Leaders Course, 0900-1630, TB Camp Normandy B3144 AFTB G Class: Exploring Personality Traits 1000-1115, RB B221 Rm206 English as a Second Language, 1100-1300, RB ACS
AFTB L Class: Establishing Team Dynamics 1000-1100, RB B221 Rm206 Soothe Moves Infant Massage, (Aug 24– Sep 28) 1000-1130, TB Tower View Conference Center English as a Second Language, 1100-1300, RB ACS Europe on a Dime, 1500-1600, RB ACS Bavarian Nights, 1700-1800, RB ACS A Globetrotter’s Guide to Germany, 1800-1900, RB ACS
Espresso Yourself, 0815-0915, RB Kristal Inn Breast Intentions, 1130-1300, RB ACS
Espresso Yourself, 0815-0915, RB Kristal Inn Baby Boot Camp, 0900-1630, TB Tower View Conference Center
Espresso Yourself, 0815-0915, RB Kristal Inn Discover your Neighborhood: Weiden, Contact ACS for information on times and pick-up locations.
WOMEN’S EQUALITY DAY
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Citizenship/Immigration AFTB K Class: Military Family Preparedness Workshop,0900-1100, TB USO B150 1000-1100, RB B221 Rm206 Espresso Yourself, Get A Grip, 1130-1300, RB ACS 1000-1100, TB Army Lodging English as a Second Language, AVC VMIS, RBat ACS Pre-registration required for all classes! All advertised classes must have pre-registration 1100-1300, numbers of least 5 attendees or the class will be cancelled. 1100-1200, RB B221 Rm206
Persons signed up for a class that is cancelled will be notified of the cancellation and given options to reschedule.
*ACS Rose Barracks (RB), BLDG 322: *ACS Tower Barracks (TB), BLDG 244: See back of calendar for Calendar Key: M—F 0800-1700 M—F 0730-1230 & 1330-1630 class descriptions RB=Rose Barracks DSN: 476-2650/CIV: 09662-83-2650 DSN: 475-8371/CIV: 09641-83-8371 & Special Events! TB=Tower Barracks Get a Grip: Join us and learn to manage your anger Welcome to Bavaria!: Newcomers get info about living Organizational Point of Contact (OPOC): Create, upwith strategies and skills that help you recognize and in Germany, e.g. typical language, customs, holidays, date volunteer positions and certify volunteer's hours. control angry feelings. dining out, lifestyle, shopping, and culture. Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS): Espresso Yourself: Meet up with FAP Staff for coffee and Discover Your Neighborhood: Practice your German Learn the VMIS system on myarmyonesource.com! discussion on tips for managing a military lifestyle while language skills on a tour of Amberg or Weiden. AFTB K Class: K.7 Introduction to Military and Civilian living overseas. Discover historical places to visit, shop & eat. Bring Community Resources Euros for lunch & shopping. Parents: This trip entails a Brown Bag Sessions: rom FAP and SHARP A Victim Support Group for survivors of AFTB G Class: G.4 Exploring Personality Traits bus ride and a long day of walking. Please consider domestic and sexual assault. Bring your lunch “brown your child’s safety and temperament. In addition, AFTB L Class: L.5: Establishing Team Dynamics: Learn bag” and join us every last Tuesday of the month at cobblestone streets are not stroller-friendly. Netzaberg Chapel to get support and be supported. leadership & roles in the stages of team development. Contact ACS for times and pick-up info. AFTB K Class: K.9: Military Family Preparedness Bavarian Nights: 1-hour introduction to Bavaria’s unique culture and customs. Interesting facts about Bavarian NATIONAL BREASTFEEDI NG garments, cuisine, festivities, history and much more.
Europe on a Dime: Discover tips, trips and planning tools to make your next European vacation memorable & affordable! A Globetrotter’s Guide to Germany: German Travel Tips including the Train System. Travel with confidence with this transportation and lodging class. German as a Second Language (GSL): Beginner course with an introduction to the German alphabet, numbers, shopping, greetings, etc. No additional sign-ups after 1st session.
English as a Second Language: English for Foreign-Born Spouses. Build your confidence with improving grammar & conversation skills. Citizenship/Immigration Workshop: Classes provide guidelines and information while answering questions Foreign Born Spouses or their Sponsors might have.
AWARENESS MONTH
***ATTENTION*** NPSP is now located on RB in Bldg. 221 Rm. 207!
Breast Intentions: Attend this special Event in honor of National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. It’s a “potluck style” lunch & learn featuring guest speakers regarding education around breastfeeding. Soothe Moves Infant Massage: (Aug 24– Sep 28) Bond with your baby while learning IAIM techniques to help relieve tension, gas and colic through a relaxing infant massage. Baby Boot Camp: Join us to obtain information on prenatal nutrition, newborn care, hospital care in Germany, breastfeeding, and more! Newborn Network: Parents engage in discussing parenting topics while babies enjoy sensory learning activities. *Contact NPSP to schedule a home visit.
FRG Key Contact Training: Understand the FRG and Key Contact missions, define roles and responsibilities. FRG Leaders Course: Define the mission and role of the FRG within the Family Readiness system as well as the responsibilities of all team members. Specify the focus of FRG support (what, when, how, etc)
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Morning Coffee / Afternoon Tea with...: Have an informal sit-down enjoying coffee/tea getting to know staff from different organizations, learn about their programs and get to ask questions! This Month: Volunteer Programs
Career Planning: Attend this training to get a career assessment to find out what career paths fit you & learn how to search for employment opportunities.
The financial readiness program has trained financial advisors that can assist with money management, debt management, savings, retirement etc.. and includes AER (Army Emergency Relief) for emergencies. *Appointments with our advisors available online.
Hallo Hohenfels: (August 22-25) A 4-day Newcomers Orientation event packed with the practical information you need upon arrival including a tour. Survival German 101: (Aug 2-3 & 9-10) This 4-part class will make it easier for you to order food in restaurants, shop, travel, ask for directions and understand German doctors. Kids Konnection: This playgroup offers a fun and diverse format featuring music time, free play and special activity stations. Ages 6 weeks to 4 years, bring your child, a mid-morning snack and join the fun. (Wed & Thur For more questions on classes & events at Hohenfels: Please call DSN: 466-4860 CIV: 09472-83-4860
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