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DECEMBER 2016 TOWER BARRACKS & ROSE BARRACKS

Christmas Market Season is here!

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MUSICAL REVUE

HOLIDAY BINGO

HOLIDAY HOURS

SANTA'S WORKSHOP

ACS . LIBRARY . SPORTS . PERFORMING ARTS . OUTDOOR RECREATION . ARTS & CRAFTS

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS

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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

JOIN US AT THESE TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS MUNICH December 3 For more than 700 years, the Munich Christmas Market has offered traditional Bavarian and unique Christmas gifts, including wood carvings from Oberammergau, gingerbread (Lebkuchen) from Nuremberg and exquisite glassware from the Bavarian Forest. Nativity figurines, bee wax candles, chimney sweeps made of plums and almonds are just some of the many thousands of traditional Christmas gift ideas on display. There are also several other Christmas markets in Munich spread throughout the city, such as Tollwood and the medieval Christmas markets. Price: $39/adult, $29/ child (3-12), $10/child under 3

PRAGUE

December 4 Visit the Golden City of Europe and celebrate Christmas a little early with one of Europe’s most beautiful markets! Price: $49/adult, $39/child (3-12), $10/child under 3

LEIPZIG

December 11 With more than 250 sparkling stalls located in the historic town center, the Leipzig Christmas market is not only one of the oldest, but also one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany.

Traditionally, the main area of the Christmas market is Marktplatz (market square), where visitors will be amazed at a Saxon spruce Christmas tree over 65 feet in height, and enjoy a wide variety of performances at the market square stage. The historical Christmas market of “Ancient Leipzig” at the Naschmarkt Square entices visitors with local traditional crafts and art. Leipzig also has a traditional Finnish village with food, sweaters, coats and crafts. Price: $39/adult, $29/child (3-12), $10/child under 3

DRESDEN

December 17 With its romantic and festive charm, the traditional Christmas market in Dresden is an inspiration.

Every visitor here will find something: Christmas pyramids, smoking figures and candleholders from the Erzgebirge Mountains, indigo-dyed printed textile products and pottery from Lusatia, gingerbread from Pulsnitz, filigree lace products from Plauen, Herrenhut Advent stars, blown-glass tree ornaments from Lauscha, and of course specialties from Dresden itself, such as the traditional 'Pflaumentoffel', a chimney-sweep figure made of dried prunes. Visitors can also watch the carvers, glass-blowers and bakers in action at the crafts market. Price: $49/adult, $39/child (3-12), $10/child under 3

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Late Night Climbing Munich Christmas Market Ski/Snowboard at Soelden Prague Christmas Market Belay Certification Late Night Climbing Late Night Climbing Trap and Skeet Range Open Ski/Snowboard at Stubai Leipzig Christmas Market Belay Certification Late Night Climbing Late Night Climbing Dresden Christmas Market Ski/Snowboard at Ischgl Trap and Skeet Range Open Two Castles Belay Certification Late Night Climbing Late Night Climbing Late Night Climbing Late Night Climbing

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HEART & HOME CRAFT SHOP

Reserve your spots at least three business days in advance. Sign up: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Grafenwoehrrectrac.html

SANTA’S SECRET WORKSHOPS

December 3, 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.

This popular event allows children to make presents for their parents. Your children will wrap the presents so that you can be surprised when you open them - that's the secret part! Ages 6-9 will be in Classroom 1, and ages 1013 will be in Classroom 2. Cost: $15 (Supplies included)

SEWING: QUILTED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT December 7 & 14, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

A great class for beginners, this beautiful quilted Christmas tree skirt will be a great addition to your home for the holiday. This is a 2-part class. Cost: $30 (Supplies Not Included, but pre-cut squares are available for purchase)

JEWELRY MAKING: CHRISTMAS CHARM BRACELET December 9, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of jewelry making and beading with a detailed instructional period, including a description of tools, equipment and materials. You will leave the class with a Christmas charm bracelet! Cost: $20 (Supplies Included)

PARENT AND TOT: "BUILD A SNOWMAN" ORNAMENT December 13, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Do you want to have a winter ornament that you and your child made? Take this opportunity to learn how to "build a snowman" ornament out of felt.

Cost: $15 (Supplies Included)

SEWING FOR TEENS 101: BASIC SEWING November 16, 6-8:30 p.m.

In this class, your teenager will learn how to use and maintain a sewing machine. Skills will include how to thread a machine, fill a bobbin, and sew both straight and zig-zag lines. This is a pre-requisite for all Sewing for Teens 102 classes. Cost: $20 (Supplies Included)

---------------------------------------------------------------------For more information on each class, stop by the shop or visit online at grafenwoehr.armymwr.com or just stop by.

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DECEMBER SCHEDULE

1 Home Decor: Holiday Wreath 1 Learn to Knit: Christmas Scarf 2 Intermediate Knitting: Christmas Mug Rug 2 Home Decor: Christmas Lantern 2 Kid's Madness: Salt Dough Decorations 2 Painting: Watercolor 3 Santa's Secret Workshop 6 Home Decor: Glitter Ornaments 6 Fabric Origami Star Ornament 6 & 20 Sewing Machine Certification 7 & 14 Sewing: Quilted Christmas Tree Skirt (two part class) 7 Home Decor: Painted Snowman Ornaments 8 Learn to Knit: Christmas Scarf 8 Home Decor: Ugly Christmas Sweater 8 Painting: Cocoa & Canvas 9 Kid's Madness: Handsewn Ornament 9 Jewelry Making: Christmas Charm Bracelet 9 Intermediate Knitting: Christmas Mug Rug 10 Open Studio 13 Parent & Tot Crafts: "Snowman Ornament" 13 Cross Stitch Bell 15 Learn to Knit: Christmas Scarf 15 Jewelry Making: Christmas Charm Bracelet 16 Painting: Coffee & Canvas 16 Intermediate Knitting: Christmas Mug Rug 16 Kid's Madness: "Snowman Ornament" 16 Painting: Acrylics 17 Do-It-Yourself Framing Class 21 Sewing 101 for Teens: Sewing 21 Sewing 102 for Teens: Aprons 22 Sewing 102 for Teens: Pajama Bottoms

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MEMORIAL FITNESS CENTER, ROSE BARRACKS | DSN 476-2214, CIV 09662-83-2214 8 • Family and MWR LINK December 2016

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FOR FEATURED EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS IN DECEMBER, VISIT OUR WEBSITE.

TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS

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THURSDAYS

DECEMBER 7

AVC OPOC 10:30 a.m. - noon, Rose Barracks B221

Same Day Financial Appointments 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

"It Takes Two" Marriage Enrichment 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B151

English as a Second Language Tower Barracks B244

Welcome to Bavaria!

10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 1

AVC VMIS 10-11 a.m., Rose Barracks B221

Holiday Season In Bavaria 2 - 4 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 2

Discover: Bayreuth Holiday Season Contact ACS for times and meeting location

DECEMBER 2, 9 & 16

Financial Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tower Barracks B244

DECEMBER 5 & 19

"Get a Grip" 2 - 3 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 6

FRG Informal Fund Custodian 1-3:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B221

DECEMBER 6 & 13

Toddler Play Group 9:30-11 a.m., Netzaberg SAC

DECEMBER 6, 13 & 20

DECEMBER 7 & 21

Espresso Yourself 4-5 p.m., Tower Barracks Lodging

DECEMBER 8 & 9

AFTB LEVEL K: Knowledge 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Rose Barracks B221

DECEMBER 8

EFMP Karaoke Night 5 p.m., Tower Barracks USO

DECEMBER 9

Discover: Weiden Holiday Season Contact ACS for times and meeting location

DECEMBER 12

Espresso Yourself 2-3 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

A Globetrotter's Guide to Germany 1-2 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 15

Resume Writing 9 - 10:30 a.m., Rose Barracks B322 FRG Virtual / Social Media 1 - 3:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B221 Great Expectations for your Marriage 1 - 2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 21

Citizenship & Immigration Workshop 10 a.m. - noon, Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 28

ACS VMIS 10 - 11 a.m., Rose Barracks B221 Moving Made Easy 3 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 13

Morning Coffee with MFLC 9 - 10 a.m., Rose Barracks B322

Newborn Network 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

Car Seat Safety 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks B322

DECEMBER 6

Afternoon Tea with MFLC 3 - 4 p.m., Tower Barracks B244

Great Expectations for your Marriage 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

FRG Fundamentals Course 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B221

B322 ROSE BARRACKS DSN 476-2650, CIV 09662-83-2650

B244 TOWER BARRACKS DSN 475-8371, CIV 09641-83-8371

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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 CYSS 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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LIBRARIES CHILDREN STORYTIME

HOLIDAY RECIPE EXCHANGE

Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m.

Tower Barracks Library Join us each week for pre-school story time – we’ll read stories, sing songs and get to know our neighbors.

Until December 24 Your Libraries are hosting a Holiday Recipe Exchange. Bring in a copy of your favorite holiday dish – main course, appetizer, vegetable, dessert, beverage, traditional family Jell-O mold, whatever you like – and we’ll make copies to share. Looking for ideas? Stop in and take a copy. We also have a great selection of cookbooks for all tastes and skill levels.

Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m.

Rose Barracks Library

Get all the information you need to make a memorable holiday. We offer a wide variety books, DVDs, and music CDs to help you learn a new crafting skill, get ideas for homemade gifts, or host a holiday party.

SPECIAL DISPLAY HOLIDAY CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS

Learn all about Holiday customs and traditions around the world. We'll have a variety of books, DVDs and CDs for you to check out to learn about the how the world celebrates this special time of year.

CHRISTMAS PAJAMA PARTY December 13, 4-5:30 p.m.

Tower Barracks Library

December 15, 4-5:30 p.m.

Rose Barracks Library Put on your favorite pair of pajamas and join us at the Library for a Christmas Pajama Party. Library staff will read a children’s Christmas story followed by a craft and family Christmas movie. Everyone is welcome, but keep in mind that space is limited and therefore pre-registration is required for the craft activity and limited to 15 participants. Pre-register for craft by December 12.

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