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editorial USAG Grafenwoehr Commander COL Avanulas R. Smiley USAG Hohenfels Commander LTC Kevin J. Quarles

USAG Garmisch Garrison Manager Karin Santos

Family and MWR, USAG Grafenwoehr Audre L. Binder Family and MWR, USAG Hohenfels Stacye M. Downing Family and MWR, USAG Garmisch Sharon R. Glazeski

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Hunting with ODR

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Ninjutsu - what’s that?

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Flashing and Thumping

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Performing Arts

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Library

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Arts & Crafts

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BOSS New Year’s trip

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Travel

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Restaurants, Cafes, Bars

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Christmas Markets

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History Lovers

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Kids reach new heights

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Garmisch Community Events

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Computer Addiction & Relationships 28-29 Hohenfels Youth Activities

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HUNTING

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Hunting in Europe and Germany is steeped in customs and traditions and has often been exclusively for the upper classes until recently. Gun ownership in Germany is a privilege not a right and they have strict guidelines that must be followed to own, store and fire a weapon. One way is to pass an authorized course that Hunting, Fishing and Sports Shooting offers once a year. Course lasts approximately 10 weeks and meets all the requirements of German law. The course includes blocks of instruction in safety, customs, traditions, hooting, proper weapons handling, laws, and all game animals in Germany.

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USAG Grafenwoehr has two areas exclusively fo On Post - Hunting permits

for the on-post area are issued via lottery. In early spring, interested hunters submit their application to vie for a permit, from these applications 10 names are drawn for permits that run from 1 May to 31 January.

The on-post area is an individual driven program where maintenance, up keep, feeding and tracking seat rotation is handled by permit holders with guidance from the HFS Program Manager.

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The program is a great way to experience how German hunters are expected to manage their hunting areas; and, presents an once-in-alifetime opportunity to view and harvest game one would not normally see in America.

To enter the lottery you must be in possession of a valid hunting license the day of the drawing, and assigned to the Grafenwoehr Military Community. Selected hunters have five working days to pay the â‚Ź325 permit fee or the

slot will move on to the next person drawn.

The Off Post Hunting Area (Egerstadtwald) is approximately 40 minutes from Grafenwoehr. It is a weekend guided hunt for Roe Deer, Wild Boar, Red Deer, Sika Deer. The hunt is conducted by the HFS office and open to all U.S personal with a valid hunting licenses. Join us October 7-10, November 10-13 or December 16-18. .

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors...

Klettersteig October 14

Alpine hiking or Klettersteig is a European specific hiking discipline that combines hiking and climbing. Rather than climbing up a rock face Klettersteig involves “crossing” or “transversing” rock walls on an established trial while utilizing a safety harness and safety belays.

Our local Klettersteig is in the Hirshbach Valley.

The Hohengluecksteig Klettersteig has various routes guaranteed to satisfy all types of participants. From clam to extreme, a Klettersteig adventure can be customized to meet your desires.

Sept. 13 – Nov. 19

Contact ODR at DSN 4757402 or call the HFS at DSN 474-4212 for more details. your community connection

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Cost is $150 per person (minimum of 10 people) Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays in building 2440, Camp Algier.

There will be field trips to ranges etc on Saturdays This class will enable you to obtain your German hunting license and held once a year.

Come join us on a day trip of skiing/snowboarding at Grosser Arber. Price: $29 per person. Rental gear will be ½off with paid seat on the bus. For those that own their own equipment we are offering a free machine wax with a paid seat on the bus.

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Ninjutsu Martial Arts Class

CPT Michael Asbury The battlefield tested techniques of Ninjutsu, which have been passed down 34 generations in an unbroken lineage since the 12th Century AD use strategies very different from what most modern competition based martial artists are accustomed to.

Just as many Soldiers, I consider myself a Ninja Movie connoisseur. I have often wondered what training and skills I would have to obtain to call myself a “True Ninja”. So, when the Main Post Physical Fitness Center started offering the Knowledge is Power-Self Defense Program, which consists of Tang Soo Doo, Self Defense and Ninjutsu, I signed up immediately to find out.

Ninjutsu may appear to be an animated, fantasy-like martial art taught by men wearing black disguises known for vanishing and weaponry, but there is much more to this craft. CPT Michael Asbury, Ninjutsu instructor, will introduce students to the lesser known, but equally important skills of meditation, information collection, techniques of non-detection and misdirection.

CPT Michael Asbury has trained continuously in the martial arts since 1990 and has studied Ninjutsu under Sensei Robert Stevens since 1999. His training group serves as the German branch of Sensei Steven’s Kageshin Dojo.

Sensei Stevens is a student of Kyoshi

Gary Giamboi who is one of the top US students of Soke (“Grandmaster”) Shoto Tanemura, president of the Genbukan World Ninpo Bugei Federation.

With its mixture of meditation and physical training, Ninjutsu can be both gracious and unrelenting. Although there are multiple skills in the training this article focuses on 5 of Ninjutsu’s most significant martial arts techniques.

Whether you are a veteran black belt polishing up skills using your nihontoor a beginner itching for exercise, the Knowledge is Power-Self Defense courses offered at the Main Post Physical Fitness Center will absolutely be a great experience. Visit www.grafenwoehrmwr.com for more information.

See you at the Dojo, Sayounara!

Story and photos by Refugio Orozco - Marketing Staff

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of Ninjutsu’s martial arts basic techniques

Gary performs yoko kuten (a cartwheel along a horizontal plane with no hands) Mitchell responds to a daijodan shomen giri (vertical sword cut) by sidestepping and allowing the blade to pass by leaving him unscathed while moving inside his opponents guard with a movement called sayu sabaki.

CPT Asbury uses ukemi gata taihenjutsu to increase the distance between himself and his opponent in one quick burst to facilitate escape.

Zack executes naname koho sabaki (diagonally rearward movement) in response to a hasso gyaku kesa giri (diagonally upwards sword cut)

Eric (swordsman) and Gary (unarmed) square off to practice evasive footwork and body movement

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Main Post and Rose Barracks Bowling Centers have undergone serious upgrades to the entertainment systems and have installed completely new sound and major lighting upgrades to include some pretty awesome Lasers! All this gives your game a new feel, it’s not just bowling anymore!

“Just try to keep your eyes on the pins”

Stop by, join us for leisurely bowling or a league and experience the new entertainment systems on your own!

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Looking to add some additional fun? Try a Cosmic Birthday Party. Cosmic Birthday Parties will be available from 2 p.m. until closing on Saturdays at both Bowling Centers beginning October 1. Call your local center for pricing details.

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Children’s games are free when in costume and accompanied by a parent, 4-6 p.m.

Thanksgiving Weekend

Three day 9 Pin No-Tap tournament conducted at both Bowling Centers. Entry fee $20 per entry, enter as many times as you would like however you may only cash out once. Winners & Prizes will be awarded November 28, 6 p.m.

VFW and Bowling: Christmas Special

Partner to make Christmas special for those who have no parents. Make a donation and receive a chance for a free 2 hour party. The bowling center will act as a collection point for the VFW in their “Toys for Tots” program with the toys being taken to a local German Orphanage. Prizes will be raffled off December 28.

Java Cafe and Bowling Special Purchase any lunch special and get 2 free games of bowling.

Games must be bowled during the period of 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. the same day. Available only at the Main Post Bowling Center.

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Bavarian One Act Festival Oct. 1

Come out and see 4 plays staged by the Ansbach, Bamberg, Grafenwoehr and Schweinfurt communities all in one location! Admission is free.

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Beauty & the Beast, Jr. Auditions: Oct. 22, 1-5 p.m. by appt.

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Life Unscripted! Improv Troop Show Nov. 18. - Admissions is free.

Doors open at 7 p.m.; Show begins at 8 p.m. No one under age 18 will be admitted to show.

Interested in joining the Troop? Everyone is welcome, wear comfortable clothing and be age 18+. We will be meeting the following dates: Oct. 13 & 27; Nov. 3 & 17. All meetings begin at 6:30 p.m.

Evita Auditions: Dec 16 & 17, 6:30 p.m.

(Callbacks Jan 18, 6:30 p.m.). Performances will be in March/April. Evita is a musical production with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. It concentrates on the life of Argentine political leader Eva Perón, the second wife of Argentinian president Juan Perón. The story follows Evita’s early life, rise to power, charity work, and eventual death. (Toppers, musical) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evita_(musical) your community connection

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Library

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October - National Baking & Decor Month Books, Magazines, DVD’s available.

November - National American Indian Heritage Month. Displays and materials available.

Very Scary Library You are all invited to partake in a little preHalloween fun!

Book Club for Adults.

First Thursday of the month. Patton Fireside Lounge, 7 p.m.

Story Time Tuesdays on Rose Barracks, Thursdays on Main Post.

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Adult Felting Class Rose Barracks, November 7 Main Post, November 9 5 - 6 p.m.

Holiday Recipe Exchange November 14 until December 24

We’ll have creepy crafts, spooky stories, tricks, and a few treats to share.

The mischief starts at 5 p.m. on October 28 on Main Post and

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Not sure what to wear?

The libraries have a variety of books with simple homemade costumes and makeup ideas. Stock up on ghostly tales, creepy movies, party and decoration ideas, and chilling songs too!

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Arts & Crafts ... offering not only general and specialized craft supplies

Ask us for details about our many, wonderful Quilting Classes!

Framing Classes are back!

Get certified!

Framing Classes begin in October.

Offered the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6 – 9 p.m. and the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. – Noon (in December it will be the 2nd week).

Bring in a 5x7 photo to frame and take home!The cost of this class is $35 all supplies are included. After taken this class you will be able to come to our facility or any MWR Frame Shop and work on your projects.

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Enjoy the morning on an original Double Decker London bus as you tour around Munich to see some of the important beer sights in Munich. You will tour the Spaten brewery, enjoy a lunch in the highest snuggery with a great view over Munich, taste the beer and also receive a beer glass. After the beer tour you will have free time to enjoy some of the other sites on your own.

Dresden Christmas Market

Trip is also offered by Hohenfels ODR! DSN 466-2060, CIV 09472-83-2060

Germany’s oldest Christmas Market with a very long history dating back to 1434.

Dec 30, 2011-Jan 2, 2012

In addition to a city-tour with a local guide and the visit of the Magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, you will have free time to discover the city of Vienna on your own. Places that you should not missed are St. Stephan’s Cathedral, the museum quarter, Schönbrunn Zoo, Imperial apartments, the butterfly house, House of the Sea, and the most famous landmark the large Ferris wheel.

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October 28

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!

The party goes on until midnight.

Munich Beer Tour

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Germany’s oldest Christmas Market is known for its Christmas pyramids, smoking figures and candle holders 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 decorations from Lauscha. Visitors can also watch the carvers, glass-blowers and bakers in action at the crafts market.

New Year’s in Vienna, Austria

Optional classical musical concert with dinner, free waltz lessons and a New Year’s Eve party. your community connection

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Winter brings more than just frigid extremities It’s the most wonderful time of the year; sparkling lights overshadow every town, colorful decorated trees stand proudly in the middle of town squares and the aroma of hearty food and sweet treats permeate the air. Although Christmas in Germany means quite a few things, nothing is as popular or reminiscent of the holiday season as Christmas markets (Christkindlmarkt), and Germany is deservedly famous for them.

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The history of the traditional markets goes back to the late Middle Ages. For hundreds of years, merchants have erected small wooden huts in the centers of cities and towns all across Germany around Christmas, and artisans peddle handicrafts, baked goods, regional cuisine and millions of liters of gluehwein (to help keep Jack Frost at bay, of course).

Spectators from around the world travel to the German markets to peruse through the handmade wares, one-ofa-kind art and baked goodies. From hand-carved wooden ornaments and Nativity scenes, to jewelry and aromatic candles, the Christmas market is a one-stop holiday shop.

Story by Molly Hayden, U.S. Army Garrison Grafenwoehr Public Affairs

Christmas Markets

Rothenburg ob der Tauber: November 25 – December 23 Bamberg: November 24 – December 23 Regensburg: November 24 – December 23 Dresden: November 24 – December 24 Duesseldorf: November 17 – December 23 Frankfurt: November 23 – December 22 Munich: November 25 – December 24 Weiden: November 25 – December 23 Garmisch: December 2 – December 26 Nuremberg: November 25 – December 24 Stuttgart: November 23 – December 23 Wiesbaden: November 22 – December 23 Heidelberg: November 23 – December 22 Amberg: November 24 – December 23 Berlin: November 22 – December 24 20

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History Lovers don’t need to travel far Discover the historical sites in Germany depict by the UNSESCO as being significant.

Many of them lie in the southern part of Germany, for example Regensburg and Bamberg, both cities approx. 1 hour away from Grafenwoehr in opposite direction.

Let’s start our tour at ...

Weimar – The “Classical Weimar” is the city of the writers Goethe and Schiller.

The city was also the birthplace of the Bauhaus movement, founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius.

Steingaden – The “Wies” Church at the foot of the Alps is one of the most perfect examples of Bavarian Rococo Art and one of the most popular pilgrimage churches in Bavaria.

Bamberg – Little Venice, is a representative example of an early medieval town in central Europe. It’s famous for its Rauchbier (smoked beer), also called Schlenkerla.

Reichenau – The Monastery Island in Lake Constance is worth visiting and famous for its vegetable farms. Nearby is a big nature preserve, a wetland used by many birds for the stopover during their annual migration.

Würzburg – The Residence, a magnificent Baroque palace is one of the largest and most beautiful in Germany and surrounded by wonderful gardens.

Regensburg - Located on the Danube River, this medieval town contains many ancient Roman, Romanesque and Gothic buildings and the Steinerne Brücke (Stone Bridge) built in the 12th-century and a highlight of medieval bridge building.

Limes – Roman Wall - the two sections of the Limes in Germany cover a length of 550 km from the north-west of the country to the Danube in the south-east.

Information excerpt from: http://www.unesco.de/; http://whc.unesco.org/en/list; http://en.wikipedia.org/

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Maulbronn – The best preserved medieval monastery complex north of the Alps situated in the outskirts of the city of Maulbronn separated from the town by fortifications.

Völklingen – The Völklinger Hütte ironworks stands for a century-long history of labor and steel-making.

Upper Middle Rhine Valley –The valley between Bingen, Rüdesheim and Koblenz with its terraced vineyards and timber-framed houses.

Visit these historical sites. Check with Leisure Travel Services today what’s offered by them and let us do the driving.

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Kids reach new heights Story and photos by Dan Frazier Child, Youth and School Services

GARMISCH, Germany In the early morning hours of July 28, 12 students from the Grafenwoehr military The entire crew on the start of day 2. community loaded a bus headed south. Their mission was to hike the Zuspitze, Germany’s tallest mountain peak, on the first-ever partnership between the USAG Grafenwoehr Child, Youth and School Services Edge! program and USAG Garmisch Outdoor Recreation. After a quick stop to link up with their guide, Recreation Specialist Drew Benson, and check gear, the group hopped back on the bus for the short ride to the Hausberg Lodge and the start of their trek.

The first day the rain that had threatened to put a damper on the day gave way to drier skies and manageable temperatures. The route took the group on a gradual yet steady climb through the I’ve never beautiful Reintal Valley, providing a new picturesque view seen anything trail. After stopping for a late around each bend of the lunch at a hut along the way, the band of merry travelers so beautiful. continued on along the Loisach River, eventually climbing to a height of 1370 meters Everything above sea level reaching the Reintalangerhuette - the overnight stop. After exploring looked so the surrounding area on what must have been a true unreal.” adrenaline rush after completing such a grueling day,

- Mata the hikers settled into their room before enjoying a family-style dinner and some live music by the hut’s talented staff. As the sun began to peak the following day, the weary travelers woke to a cheery wake up song. After a hearty breakfast, repacking and cleaning, the gang was ready to roll again.

The rain that had held off the first day was not so kind the following day and all hikers were donned protective gear as they headed down the trail towards their final destination. After 20 minutes of the same gradual incline as the day before, the trail took a sudden and significant change in intensity. The group battled the rain, the clouds, the cool temperatures and the sheer incline for the next two hours, finally reaching a hut built into the The lead group pauses at a trail side of the mountain - a safe haven for wet, cold and marker near the top. tired hikers.

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“The second day was definitely harder than the first,” said 16-year-old Taylar Mata. “I learned when hiking a mountain in Germany, where the weather is so unpredictable, you should definitely bring at least five changes of clothes.”

After a few hours of drying out and warming up, the gang emerged from the hut to find that the rain had blown over and the temperatures became more pleasant. Recharged by this sudden good luck, they embarked with more pace and were soon crunching through new fallen snow while trying to peer through the thick clouds that had enveloped the tops of the surrounding mountains.

Finally through the mist, the SonnAlpin, I can now say the main ski lodge I’ve hiked the for the Zugspitze area at 2600 meters highest peak in above sea level, Germany. which could be seen. to me is a great “I’ve never seen anything so accomplishment.” beautiful,” said

- Mata Mata. “Everything looked so unreal.”

After checking with the staff there it was determined that there was too much snow and ice to continue the climb to the peak and this would be the group’s final destination on their trek, but there was little disappointment. Rather, the youth involved were already planning their next big hiking trips with their families and proudly shared their momentous accomplishment of climbing 1892 meters and even more memories.

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Join CYSS explore your new heights on the next trip!

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SKIESUnlimited Classes are designed to support, complement and enhance the experiences children and youth have at home, in schools, or in CYSS Programs. When children and youth participate in SKIESUnlimited classes, they have the opportunity to explore personal interests, and discover new knowledge, skills, and special talents while developing a positive self-image. You can choose from a myriad of classes offered by the School of Arts, School of Sports, School of Life Skills, and School of Academic Skills. USAG Grafenwoehr Child, Youth and School Services offers the following programs: - Karate - Tang So Do Korean Martial Arts - Piano Private Lessons - Guitar Private & Group Lessons - Violin Private & Group Lessons - Kindermusik Sign & Sing - Kindermusik ABC Music & Me - English Style Horseback Riding - Western Horseback Riding - Creative Movements - Gymnastics Mommy & Me - Gymnastics - Saturday Art Workshops - Saturday Mommy & Me Painting Workshop - Drama - Food Fun & Fitness - Community Theater “The Little Red Hen” - Dance - Culinary Arts - Driver’s Education and more.

Welcome to our new SKIES Instructors: Mr. Hartmut Gebelein: Piano Mrs. Roseanne Mizell: Art Workshops Mrs. Norah Boucher: Kindermusik Mrs. Tara Huffman and Mrs. Marlo Reppert: Gymnastics.

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Garmisch Community Newcomer’s Briefing and German Customs & Culture Class New to the community?

Would like to learn more of what the Garrison has to offer, please plan to attend the Community Newcomer’s Briefing the 3rd Thursday of the month, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. It is a great opportunity to get to know some of the community members and increase your knowledge of what the community offers.

And, if you are new to Germany and the German culture, Bavaria in particular, or not so new but still curious and inquisitive, join ACS for a German Customs and Culture Class 1 - 3:30 p.m. also held the 3rd Thurday each month. Understanding what’s going on around you and why things are as they are, will certainly make your stay here more interesting and enjoyable. Pre-registration required.

DSN 440-3777, CIV 08821-750-3777

New Parent Support We offer tons of information and classes to new parent and soon-to-be-parents as well as hospital tours or childbirth preparation courses.

Stop by or contact ACS for all the classes and support programs available to you.

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We will be heading by train to Paris for the long weekend.

Late November is the perfect time to visit the City of Lights.

Venice and Verona October 21-23 DSN 440-2461, CIV 08821-750-2461

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The Crafts Tree multi craft center Crocheting Classes Necklace or Cuffs -

October 26, November 2

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

We will make this beautiful necklace or some cuffs – a fun project which could be a great gift for the holidays Contact us to sign up for a class, for information regarding special openings for crafts parties, and project classes!

We offer Wood Working and Upholstery Classes, Painting, Ceramic, Pottery and Tiffany Glass Art Classes, Quilting and more!

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Computer Addiction and Relationships

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Strategies for dealing with a person spending a lot of time on computer

1. Do not force the person to stop playing or chatting. That will only make the person resentful, and they may resort to doing it secretly.

2. Talk to the person about what he/she is getting out of being on the computer so much. Be open.

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3. If he/she says “it is

4. Listen carefully for

harmless”, don’t disagree.

Just listen. Let the person talk about it in his/her own way.

statements that indicate a sense of need. Try to respond and ask how you can be more supportive.

MWRLINK

Many of the families that I see complain about one spouse or the other spending too much time on the computer, taking them away from their families or other responsibilities to the household. This can cause considerable anger and frustration in the home, and make the others in the family feel excluded from the private life of the computer-involved person. Sometimes a spouse is playing computer games or spending time on Facebook to the exclusion of involvement with the family, or at least that is the perception of the other spouse. Whether or not this is a true addiction or not is really not the issue. The issue is that if it is affecting the relationship between the two partners, it is a problem that can harm the marriage or the family.

There are many reasons why people spend too much time on the computer.

Some people use the computer to escape. They may be escaping from almost anything: work stress, family stress, depression, anxiety, or a need for connection that they are not getting from their real lives. It may be a desire to feel more successful, feel more connected to others, or to feel safer in social relationships.

Social relationships over the computer are more distant, less difficult to maintain.

But they can interfere with one’s real life and real problems.

FAMILIES

getting involved

Priscilla Fleischer, Ph.D., LCSW --- Family Advocacy Program Manager, ACS Hohenfels

5. Let the person know

6. In your daily routine,

7. If the problem persists,

what harm you see, and what the risks are from your point of view.

show that you do care, remember to let the person know that he/she matters.

raise your concerns in a non-attacking way and consider talking to a professional.

your community connection

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Ho

hen fels

Youth Activities

October 5,

National Youth Science Day (NYSD) Experiment

8-10, Youth

Center Closed (Columbus Day weekend)

November 11-13, Youth Center Closed (Veterans Day weekend)

18, Movie &

Bowling Night

14, Late Movie

19, Saturday Field

15,

24, Youth

Night

Saturday Field Trip (TBA)

Trip (TBA)

Center Closed (Thanksgiving Day)

December 9, Bingo Night 16, Mega Gaming Tournaments & Movie Night

17,

Saturday Field Trip (TBA)

19-30, DoDDS

Winter Break/ Holiday Operating Hours

29,

Annual Masquerade Dance

For additional program information contact 30

MWRLINK

We are looking for volunteers to share your special skills in various topics including music, art, astronomy & more!

CYSS Sitters

imAlone

Classes are free and are held quarterly!

Classes are for youth ages 12 and up!

Do you have youth 1118 years of age home alone? Classes offered quarterly.

Learn how to:

Learn how to:

Interview for babysitting jobs

How to stay safe when they are home alone.

Make responsible decisions

How to respond to emergencies situations.

Supervise children

Activities to do to keep from being bored.

Choose activities, games and toys based on the age of the child And much more...

How to prepare healthy snacks and be safe in the kitchen.

Winter Sports Nov. 1 - 31 Winter Registration period for Basketball, Cheerleading, and Bowling Nov. 1 - Dec. 15 Winter Registration period for Wrestling

How to resolve conflicts.

Parent Central Services or the Youth Center your community connection

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The Grafenwoehr and Vilseck Community and Spouses' Clubs present ...

Bazaar

Crown Jewel

October 14-16, 2011

Bazaar Location Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Multi Purpose Center, Bldg. 134 Grand Opening Ceremony Friday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m.

Opening Hours Friday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 15, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Featuring Over 50 of Europe’s Finest Vendors!

English Fine China, Rugs, Wines and Cheeses, Antique and Custom-made Furniture, Bavarian Clothing, Italian Porcelain, Polish Pottery, Tapestries and Much More!

Be Treated Like Royalty and Save a Fortune!

Bazaar is open to all Military ID card holders.

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash and checks accepted.

Sorry, no strollers.

Grafenwoehr Community and Spouses’ Club

No federal endorsement of sponsors implied.