September 2016
Family and MWR Hohenfels
events.programs.trips
BLACK FOREST CUCKOO CLOCK AND CASTLES OVERNIGHT September 3-5, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Stay two nights in a traditional, timeless Black Forest chalet! Visit the city of Triberg, where you will see the largest waterfall in Germany, take in the breathtaking scenery and shop for the cuckoo or grandfather clock of your choice. On Sunday head to the romantic and picturesque Lichtenstein Castle on a cliff overlooking the Echaz valley. Monday, you may opt for a half‐day hiking excursion into the beautiful Wutach Gorge and or relax in the spa just down the lane. Buffet breakfasts in the Chalet and a social dinner on the back terrace are included in your stay. Join us for this true Black Forest Holiday. Price: $199/adult, $145/child under 12
BACK TO SCHOOL CRAFTS September 7, 2:30-4 p.m., Library, B49 Get creative and celebrate back to school with our fun projects! Decorate your own pencil pouch for any and every writing need, craft a school-themed necklace to match the First Day’s outfit, make a First Day of School frame for memories to cherish, and more. Make ‘em and take ‘em!
TEXAS HOLD ‘EM TOURNAMENT September 9, 6:45 p.m., Warrior Zone, The Zone, B150 Texas Hold ‘em is one of the most popular variants of poker and has fascinated players for many years. The widespread appeal of this game is owed in part to the simplicity and entertainment value inherent in it. Contact the Zone for information on each prize. Price: $25 buy-in, $25 rebuys
YOGA AND HIKING RETREAT September 16-18, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Enjoy gorgeous views, breathtaking hikes, cozy accommodations and informative, transformative yoga sequences. This retreat is for anyone looking to discover something within themselves, step outside of the comfort zone, truly relax, challenge him or herself physically, and have an all‐around amazing time. We will stay in the Bavarian forest village of Mauth‐Finsterau where the air is clean and views of the Alps can be enjoyed to the South. Price: $129/person
OKTOBERFEST, MUNICH September 17, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Each year the fest gets bigger and the “Maß” beer gets colder. Traditional Bavarian music and famous roller‐coasters are integral to the biggest Volksfest in the world. You can reserve seats in a particular tent by contacting the company who owns it, but do hurry. Everyone wants a seat at Oktoberfest! We will drop you off and pick you up within walking distance of the fest grounds. Price: $59/adult, $30/child
LEGO CLUB September 21, 3-4 p.m., Library, B49 Show us your Lego skills and participate in fun Lego themed events. There are always interesting activities planned, such as Lego car racing, so join us for all things Lego! Open to children ages 8 and up.
OUTDOOR CLIMBING DAY September 24, Outdoor Recreation, H15 We are fortunate enough to live on the edge of one of the largest climbing areas in Europe: the Frankenjura! Come explore a new area and forge some new climbing friendships. Our day will consist of top rope and sport climbing. Recommended prerequisite: Evening Outdoor Rock Climbing. Price: $35 without rental gear, $45 with rentals
TASTE OF ITALY WINE HARVEST DAY September 24, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Immerse yourself in verdant vineyards, the shores of Lake Garda, old churches and plenty of wine cellars at the Bardolino wine harvest festival. The festival marks the maturation and distribution of the new wine and will include wine tastings, regional food delicacies, crafts vendors, music and perhaps a parade or fireworks display. Price: $159/adult, $80/child under 12
ECLECTIC BOOK CLUB September 27, 5-6 p.m., Library, B49 Take some time for yourself and read a good book with us! Join our Eclectic Book Club as we embark on epic journeys through books, with the added bonus of talking about them afterwards. Our September title is The Good Earth by Pearl Buck. Newcomers are always welcome.
BANNED BOOK WEEK September 27-30, Library, B49 Who bans books? Why? Come visit our library display and find out the answers to your questions. You might find a new favorite book and your rebellious side too!
CYSS “ALL STAR” PROGRAM
Our staff work very hard to make sure that children are well cared for and have every opportunity to grow and develop. The ‘All Star’ program is set up to show staff how much we appreciate them and recognize their tireless efforts of caring for our Children and Youth. Please help us by writing ‘star notes’ for excellence that you see. Each facility has a special location for the ‘All Star’ cards to be posted. At the end of each month, the cards will be collected and an award will be given for the caregiver who has the most ‘Star Cards’.
Contact Hohenfels ACS to register for classes in advance. HEARTS APART COFFEE GROUP September 6, 9-10 a.m., Java Cafe, B40 This program is designed to support spouses whose partner is on an unaccompanied tour or deployment. Share common concerns, ask questions and participate in social activities. Bring the kids.
INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES September 7, 10-11:30 a.m., B10 Learn to ace any interview with these tips on how to prepare, get into the right mind set and convince potential employers you are a perfect fit for the position. Master various strategies, including the initial contact, phone interviews, in-person interviews and even salary negotiation.
WHAT THEY FORGOT TO TEACH YOU ABOUT MONEY September 13, 10-11 a.m., B10 Learn how to make your money behave, go where you intended it to go and do what it’s supposed to do. Create a spending plan that helps you reach your goals and still lets you have some fun now.
RESUME WRITING September 14, 10-11:30 a.m., B10 Get some special help and insight into writing civilian & federal resumes and cover letters which are valuable in doing what you need done: separating you and your resume from everyone else’s. We’re also discussing best practices in locating Federal jobs using USAJOBS, as well as other important tips to getting noticed and hired.
TRAVEL WELL, TRAVEL SMART September 14, 2-3 p.m., B10 This workshop will include a financial segment on budgeting and getting the most out of your paycheck, in addition to travel tips for a fully appreciative experience of Europe. Learn how to get the most Eureka from your Euro!
HALLO HOHENFELS NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION September 20-23, B10 This is the place to be if you’re new to the community. In addition to learning some German language, you will explore local communities, a local bakery and butcher shop, discover Mobelhof, a huge home decorating store and spend the final day on a site seeing visit to Regensburg. Find out how your new community works without doing everything yourself and make some new friends at the same time. Special DOUBLE bonus: a visit to the epicenter of the rotations: the ‘Star Wars’ building AND a visit to the training area, a “Box Tour.”
FAMILY KARAOKE NIGHT September 23, 4-8 p.m., B321 This fun event is open to everyone in the Hohenfels community that wants to participate, so share it with friends, families and neighbors. There are more than 25,000 songs to choose from including classics, movies, hip-hop, pop and more. A good singing voice is not required.
SMOOTH MOVE WORKSHOP September 28, 1-3 p.m., B10 Is your upcoming PCS stressing you out? How do I plan for a PCS move? Are you lost and have no idea what to do? When should you contact your landlord to let them know you’re leaving? How much will the move cost me? Will my spouse be able to find a job at our next duty station? What am I entitled to? All these questions and more will be answered.
LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO JUST TALK TO? Contact our Military & Family Life Consultants for completely confidential professional “problem solving”. CIV 01522-422-1454 or CIV 01520-449-5704.
Ongoing Programs GAMERS NIGHT
Mondays, 6 p.m., Bowling Center, B14
All gamers welcome. Come and pit your skills against others with the same interests. Games played include Warhammer 40K, Dungeons & Dragons, Star Fleet Battles, Zombicide, Magic the Gathering and many others. Have a game you would like to try out? Bring it along!
RED PIN BOWLING
Fridays, 6 p.m., Bowling Center, B14
A Red Pin is added to every lane. If the Red Pin spots in the #1 position and you bowl a strike that frame you win a free game. Attendant must be informed and spot verified before bowling.
HALF PRICE TUESDAYS
COSMIC BOWLING
Admission to the Kids Zone is only half price on Tuesdays. Come enjoy a fun afternoon with us!
We’ll have the lights out and the black lights on! Enjoy R&B music while getting your bowl on.
Tuesdays, Kids Zone, B40
KIDS KONNECTION
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9-11 a.m., B321
This twice weekly ACS playgroup offers a fun and diverse format featuring music time, free play and special activity stations. Redefined for ages 6 weeks to 4 years, this program offers flexibility and opportunity to meet new people who are raising young children in our community.
BABY BOOT CAMP
Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., B10
This newly revised 7-part rotating program at ACS is for those who are expecting a new arrival that answers questions most books and programs don’t. Geared for parents-to-be, this workshop covers topics such as birth certificate process in Germany, breast feeding, personal expectations, bringing baby home and much more.
GROUP MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES Thursdays, Outdoor Recreation, H15
Radlers! Our Mountain Bike Club rides the fantastic single track trails on post and helps you gain the skills, practice and friends to participate in the Race Series Circuit. Joyriders! Join Outdoor Recreation for a local ride on many of the fantastic trails Bavaria has to offer. We’ll explore all the paved hillside trails and casual forest trails
Saturdays, 6 p.m., Bowling Center, B14
CYSS SKIESUnlimited Classes
SKIESUnlimited stands for “School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills” with the word “Unlimited” for the unlimited possibilities that this program provides Children and Youth. Classes include: Piano, Karate, Dance, Gymnastics, Survival Cooking, Junior Chefs and Tiny Tumblers. For more information on each program and how to sign up, please contact Parent Central Services.
RETURNING PROGRAMMING LAPSIT STORYTIME
Wednesdays, 11:10 a.m. - noon, Library, B49
A great weekly learning event for infants and their parents, full of stories, music and play. This is a great opportunity to introduce to the basic building blocks of early literacy while establishing positive habits and routines in reading for babies and their parents.
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME
Thursdays, 10-11 a.m., Library, B49
Bring your little one to the library and listen to stories read aloud by our library staff. What better way to spend your day than to be in the imagination of a child and a good book!
Family and MWR
Phone Directory Family and MWR Admin. Office, B33.......................466-2079 Army Lodging, B63...................................................466-1700 Arts & Crafts, B18.....................................................466-2538 Automotive Skills Center, B392A..............................466-2690 Army Community Services (ACS), B10.....................466-4860 BOSS - Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers......466-4708 Bowling Center, B14.................................................466-4611 Community Activity Center, B40..............................466-2670 Java Café, Kid’s Zone Library, B49...............................................................466-1740 Outdoor Recreation, H15.........................................466-2060 Post Gym, B88..........................................................466-2883 Special Events, B33..................................................466-4708 Value Added Tax (VAT) Office, B10..........................466-1780 Warrior Zone, B150...................................................466-3705 Child, Youth & School Services CYSS Admin. Office, B33..........................................466-4718 Parent Central Services, B10.....................................466-2078 Child Development Center, B111.............................466-4706 School Age Center, B112.........................................466-2822 Youth Center, B72.....................................................466-4492 Youth Sports, B317...................................................466-2488 Civilian Prefix 09472-83-xxxx
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