USAG Bavaria The Link - February 2017

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February 2017

TOWER BARRACKS & ROSE BARRACKS

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

SUPER BOWL PARTY page 3

AMERICA SAVES WEEK page 5

JOIN US

NIGHT SKIING

AT ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SLOPES page 6

BINGO IS BACK page 11

CRAFT FAIR page 12

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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3 0 ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE TUESDAYS

FEBRUARY 13 & 27

English as a Second Language 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Tower Barracks B140

FEBRUARY 14 & 28

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

TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS

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

THURSDAYS

English as a Second Language 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

FRIDAYS

Espresso Yourself 10:30-11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks B322

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

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Citizenship & Immigration Workshop 10 a.m. - noon, Rose Barracks B322 AVC OPOC 10:30 a.m. - noon, Rose Barracks B322

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

A Globetrotter's Guide to Germany 1:30-2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

FEBRUARY 1 & 10

Europe on a Dime 3-4 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

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

FEBRUARY 1 & 22

English as a Second Language 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

FEBRUARY 3

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Dance 3:30-4 p.m., Rose Barracks B322

FEBRUARY 7-9

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

FEBRUARY 7 & 22

The Marriage Workshop 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rose Barracks B244

FEBRUARY 9

Resume Writing 9-10:30 a.m., Rose Barracks B322 FRG Informal Fund Custodian Training 1-3:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B221

FEBRUARY 16

Kick the Pressure 10-11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks B322

FEBRUARY 22

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

FEBRUARY 23

Interview Techniques 9-10:30 a.m., Rose Barracks B322 FRG Key Contact Training 1-3:30 p.m., Rose Barracks B221

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Baby Boot Camp 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Tower Barracks B209 4 • Family and MWR LINK February 2017

"Who has purchased a cell phone plan?" Art asks in the Financial Friday class. While spouses are encouraged to attend, this particular class seems to be full of newly arrived Soldiers, almost all of whom raise their hands. He then asks how many of them consider themselves cheap, and most keep their hands up. He reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small, unassuming black block. Art smiles. "How many of you have a phone like this?" The group laughs, and it certainly makes his point - many people aren't as frugal as they could be.

Everyone has questions about finances, whether it's taxes, debt management, saving for the future or anything in between. Art, who has been at ACS for more than three years, is doing everything he can to ensure Soldiers make smart choices for their futures.

One of the many services he offers is the Financial Fitness Check-Up. "It's an old country doctor set-up," he explains. For the convenience of the Soldiers, he travels to the unit and sets up a temporary office for appointments. And much like a doctor, he looks at their symptoms to diagnose the issue.

One common problem is making purchases with a debit card while not tracking spending behavior. "I look at their bank statements," Art says, and when he breaks it down with his customers, they realize that they are spending more than they previously thought.

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His prescription? "Give yourself an allowance." He tells the class to make withdrawals only 1-2 times a month, and then distribute the cash among three envelopes: Groceries, Entertainment and Other. As a result, budgeting becomes much more tangible.

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One thing that is abundantly clear is Art's passion for securing comfortable futures for Soldiers. His Outlook calendar is full of colorful blocks, representing appointments, clinics and classes he teaches at both Rose Barracks and Tower Barracks. While it would appear he never takes a day off, he mentioned that he enjoys traveling, and Israel has been his favorite location so far.

B322 ROSE BARRACKS

Need to get your debt under control? Want to start saving for retirement? Have questions about your finances? Make a same-day financial appointment with Art at ACS today!

Discover your Neighborhood: Weiden Contact ACS for times and meeting location

Welcome to Bavaria!

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

FEBRUARY 9 & 10

AFTB Level L: Leadership 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Rose Barracks B221

Tuesdays with Family and MWR interviewed Art at Army Community Service (ACS) to learn more about his time in Germany and what financial services does for Soldiers!

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

USAG BAVARIA PRESENTS

G T IS T

Visit Army Community Service (ACS) to start saving today!

B321 Rose Barracks DSN 476-2650 CIV 09662-83-2650 B244 Tower Barracks DSN 475-8371 CIV 09641-83-8371 TAKE THE

SAVER PLEDGE

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WILD B.O.A.R. OUTDOOR RECREATION Surprise your Valentine with a weekend trip to the Zillertal!

NIGHT SKI/SNOWBOARD AT MEHLMEISSL

February 3 & 10 Are you looking for something to do on Friday nights? If so, come out and ski or ride with the Wild B.O.A.R. at the Klausenlift in Mehlmeissl. Transportation, lift ticket and rental equipment included.

Price $59/person

SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIP WITH LESSONS AT GROSSER ARBER

February 4 & 11 Are you ready to start your winter sport hobby? Or just looking for a place to get out and ski or ride for the day? Bring the entire family along with the Wild B.O.A.R. and experience all that the Grosser Arber ski resort has to offer! Grosser Arber has 5 lifts and 15 kilometers of great skiing or snowboarding for all levels of experience. They also offer one of Germany’s best children areas and a toboggan area for those just looking to get on the snow. If you are interested in learning how to ski or snowboard, join us for lessons in your preferred sport. Lessons are approximately 4 hours.

Class size is limited to eight skiers and eight snowboarders. Rental equipment included. Price: $59/adult, $49/child 3-12, $10/child under 3. Lessons: additional $45/person 13 years and up.

Children 12 and under may take lessons through a German ski/snowboard school at the resort.

SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIP TO THE ZILLERTAL

February 17-20 Join the Wild B.O.A.R. on this trip to visit three different ski resorts throughout the valley. Zillertal Arena, Hoch Zillertal and Mayerhofen offer some of the best skiing in Europe. A guide will be available for seasoned skiers or riders to get the most out of this experience. Families will have access to child-friendly areas that everyone can enjoy. Rental equipment included. Price: $289/ adult in double room, $229/child (3-12), $99/child under 3

SKI/SNOWBOARD AT GARMISCH

February 25-26 Earn bragging rights by skiing or boarding at the highest point in Germany! Spend the first day at an elevation of 2962 meters on the Zugspitze. Day two will be spent in the Garmisch Classic area, perfect for anyone who loves a naturally majestic backdrop to their winter adventures. Suitable for all levels of experience. Rental equipment included. Prices: $169/person

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FEBRUARY 2 Late Night Climbing 3 Night Ski/Snowboard at Mehlmeissl 4 Karlovy Vary & The Asian Dragon Market,

Czech Republic* 4 Ski/Snowboard Trip with Lessons at

Grosser Arber 5 Prague* 6 Belay Certification 7 Late Night Climbing 9 Late Night Climbing 10 Night Ski/Snowboard at Mehlmeissl 11 Ski/Snowboard Trip with Lessons at

Grosser Arber 11 Hunting Seminar 13 Belay Certification 14 Late Night Climbing 16 Late Night Climbing 17-20 Ski/Snowboard at Zillertal* 19 Dachau & The Munich National Museum 20 Belay Certification 21 Late Night Climbing 23 Late Night Climbing 24-26 Fishing Class 25 Dresden 25-26 Ski/Snowboard at Garmisch 26 Two Castles 27 Climbing Skills Clinic 28 Late Night Climbing * passport required

SKI & SNOWBOARD WEEKEND GETAWAYS DOLOMITES* JANUARY 13-16

SIGN UP BY DECEMBER 12

GARMISCH JANUARY 28-29 SIGN UP BY JANUARY 16

FEBRUARY 25-26 SIGN UP BY FEBRUARY 13

ZILLERTAL* FEBRUARY 17-20 SIGN UP BY FEBRUARY 9

SOELDEN, OBERGURGL, & HOCHGURGL* MARCH 10-13 SIGN UP BY MARCH 2

WILDER KAISER* MARCH 31 - APRIL 3 SIGN UP BY MARCH 23 RC600 Tank Road DSN 475-8529 / CIV 09641-83-8529 grafenwoehr.armymwr.com facebook.com/BavariaMWR #WildBOARODR

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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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LIBRARIES PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m.

Tower Barracks Library

Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.

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

BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK

Fall in love this February during Library Lover's Month. Visit the Tower Barracks or Rose Barracks Library during the month of February and select a wrapped book for a 'Blind Date with a Book'. We'll have a selection of potential favorites BUT you won't be able to judge these books by their covers - take a chance on book love.

BOOKS AND BRUSHES

Join us as we team up with CYS SKIESUnlimited and the Heart & Home Craft Shop for a morning of art instruction from a professional art teacher. The class will be on Tuesdays from 10-11:30a.m. at Tower Barracks and is for parents with their 2-5 year old children. Library has reference books available if needed. Registration is through CYS at Parent Central Services DSN 476-2760, CIV 09662-83-2760.

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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/search~S102).

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 "Family Programs and Services" then "Home and Family Life 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 down until you see the “Looking for this?” section, then select "DoD MWR Digital Library".

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