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u.S. army garrison–Main Post (grafenwoehr) / Rose Barracks (Vilseck)
COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
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29 June 2011
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4 of July celebration Main Post Parade Field, 6 – 11 p.m. Live music with “Pop Nach 8,” Live DJ, Jumping Castles, Face Painting, Balloon Twisting, Magic Show, Games, Food and Beverages, Fireworks Display - 10:30 p.m. More info here. Read all about it in your community newspaper. Your community, your
Community Highlights Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more
USAREUR Commanding General 4th of July message Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, commanding general of U.S. Army Europe, shares a message with the community: The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. On this day, we celebrate the birth of our nation by spending time with friends at cookouts, going to parades, and watching fireworks. But it’s also important to reflect on the significance of this day, when we declared Independence and stood up for the dignity and freedom of man. This is a day for us to relax, but it’s also a day to reflect on those brave Americans that helped shape our nation…it’s a day for us to reflect on how we can best uphold the same ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness that drove our founding fathers to sign the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. Benjamin Franklin, one of our most respected founding fathers, jokingly reminded his fellow Patriots during the signing of the Declaration of Independence, ―We must, indeed, all hang together, or most assuredly we shall all hang separately.‖ He was reminding them that they needed to stick together as a team, fight for what was right, and he wanted them to stay safe in the pursuit of their cause. I’d ask all Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members to do the same…stick together as members of a team every day, fight for what is right when you have the opportunity, and always stay safe…especially on holidays! It’s your duty to keep an eye on one another and take care of those within our Army Family, and it requires personal courage to stand up and be loyal to one another. Remind each other to ―buckle up‖ in the car or ―grab a cab‖; plan ahead so you don’t find yourself in an unwelcome situation; and don’t let your ego get the best of you. Patriots gave their lives in securing the freedoms we enjoy today– don’t waste yours unnecessarily. Sue and I thank you and your Families for all you do in defense of our great nation. You represent the very best the U.S. has to offer.
ADS Europe Vendor Tour 29 July: Main Post Tower View 10a.m. – 3 p.m. View the future of technology and projects for future military use at this free event. For more, www.adsinc.com.
Email Migration to Army Enterprise Email Your EUR email account will be migrated to the Army Enterprise Email service in the near future. Each user will get email notice 24 hours prior to the account migration. If you haven't already done so, please take the time to complete the three (3) pre-migration steps outlined within the Enterprise Email Pre-Migration User Responsibilities checklist. If you need assistance performing these actions, please contact your local Information Management Officer (IMO) or the Enterprise Service Desk at DSN 119 immediately. Once your account has been migrated, and to ensure a successful transition, please complete the steps outlined in the Enterprise Email Post-Migration User Responsibilities checklist. Please make written notes of any errors received or problems encountered. This will assist technicians in resolving any issues. The checklists, and accompanying videos, are available on the 119 Enterprise Email Portal. Additionally, the Pre-Migration checklist; Post-migration checklist are available on the accompanying links.
Change in uniform policy Currently effective: The ACU patrol cap is the primary headgear for all Soldiers as the duty uniform headgear. Commanders retain the authority to prescribe the beret for special events such as parades or changes of command or responsibility. The black beret will be retained and worn with the dress uniforms. Soldiers who are authorized to wear the green, tan, or maroon beret will continue to do so in accordance with AR 670-1.Additionally, the directive addresses other changes to the wear of ACU items. More information can be found here.
AFN Europe Moving to New Satellite Now – 31 July: AFN’s satellite delivery platform is changing, requiring viewers who have an AFN decoder and satellite dish in their home to make some changes to continue to get AFN TV. Since the process of setting up a dish and re-adjusting a decoder varies according to decoder model, location and other variables, the help desk and on-line materials are especially critical. AFN Europe has posted manuals and how-to-videos in English, German and Italian at www.afneurope.net. Click on the Eurobird 9A icon for the manuals and videos.
For additional assistance, the AFN Help Desk is open Tuesday-Friday from 1 - 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. -8 p.m. (Central European Time). Viewers from Germany, Italy, Belgium, the UK and most other European countries will be able to call in via a toll-free number, 00800-2362683662 (00800-afnantenna). Direct-to-home viewers will need to reconfigure their home decoder and realign their satellite dish from the current satellite Hotbird 6/9 at 13 degrees East, to the new satellite, Eurobird 9A (EB9A) at 9 degrees East. AFN apologizes for the inconvenience, but assures the move to the EB9A satellite positions will better serve the AFN audience in the future.
4TH of July lunch celebration 30 June: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., USAG Grafenwoehr Main Post Dining Facility, $4.25. Enjoy Grilled T-bone steak BBQ spareribs, Caribbean catfish, southern fried chicken, French fried shrimp, baked potato, red beans and rice, baked macaroni and cheese, corn on the cob, fried cabbage, black-eyed peas, hot rolls, corn bread, brown gravy, chicken gravy, macaroni salad, cole slaw, potato salad, peanut butter cookies, pies and strawberry short cake.
Main Post POV Inspection Station Temporary Extension of Hours Extended through 30 June: The POV inspection, Bldg. 301, opening hours will be extended by one hour and will remain open during lunch time. New opening hours will be: Mon. to Fri. 7:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. (open during lunch). The station will be closed on 30 May (American holiday) and on the following German holidays 2, 13, 23 & 24 June.
Changes in bus schedule Effective 1 July: Download the new schedule here.
USAHC Vilseck Change of Command 1 July: 12 p.m. behind Rose Barracks Bldg. 225. The USAHC Vilseck Commander COL Glenda J. Lock will relinquish command to LTC Joseph C. Rheney.
USAG Grafenwoehr/Vilseck Technology Exposition 25 July: The semi-annual USAG Grafenwoehr/Vilseck Technology Exposition will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at th
the Tower View Conference Center. This free event is open to everyone and hosted by the 69 Signal Battalion. More than 40 exhibitors will demonstrate the latest in:Secure Communication Technologies, Secure Workstations, Satellite Communications, Optical Imaging, Engineering & IT Products, Language Services, Thin-Client Computing, Storage & Transport Solutions, Distance Learning, Integration Services, Hardware/Software, Audio & Visual Equipment, and many more. For more or to request a company or technology, please contact Christy Shaak, CIV 001-443-561-2436, email. To Pre-Register, please visit www.FederalEvents.com, click on the ―USAG Grafenwoehr‖ link and select the Pre-Register button.
Free guided tour of Ramstein Air Base 7- 8 Aug: The Nuremberg German American Men’s Club will host a free guided tour on Ramstein Air Base. For more, visit, www.gamc-nuernberg.de or email.
Consolidation of Value Added Tax (VAT) Relief Services Effective immediately: The Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation announces the consolidation of USAG Grafenwoehr Value Added Tax (VAT) Relief Services, currently available in both locations (Rose Barracks and Main Post) into a single full-service office on Main Post in Building 539. This move was made possible with the introduction of the Family and MWR website online ordering program. Customers no longer have to make multiple trips to the Tax Relief Office; after initial enrollment and verification of eligibility, Valued Added Tax (VAT) forms for purchases under Euro 2,500 can be ordered from the convenience of your home! Unfortunately, Utility Tax Avoidance Program (UTAP) enrollment and VAT forms for purchases greater than Euro 2,500 still require a trip in – but, we assure you it is worth! Value Added Tax (VAT) Relief Services will merge by June 11, 2011. More information on the Tax Relief program available at www.grafenwoehrmwr.com, via email: grafmwr.vat@eur.army.mil or by calling DSN 475-1780, CIV 09641-83-1780.
Worried about Someone’s Drinking or Drug Use? AL-ANON meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. Army Substance Abuse Center 3rd floor Conference Room, Main Post Bldg. 621 (near the bank). Only requirement is an alcohol or drug problem with a relative or friend. For more, CIV 0171-983-9151.
American Red Cross American Red Cross Gives Military Families Easier Access to Emergency Communication Services As part of an ongoing effort to better serve the military community, the American Red Cross has moved to a single telephone number for its emergency communication services. Now a call to 877-272-7337, while either stateside or overseas, allows Red Cross emergency communications services to put military personnel in touch with their families following the death or serious illness of an immediate family member, the birth of a service member's child or grandchild or when a family faces other emergencies. For those stationed overseas, the three options for calling will remain the same: calling 877-272-7337 direct, accessing the number through a military operator, or calling the local Red Cross station. For more, visit www.redcross.org.
Reminder: Esso card has expiration date Be advised the fuel card plastic just like any other debit or credit card has a maximum validity period of three years. To avoid interruption of service please check the date on the lower right hand corner of your fuel card. Please verify the month and year of expiration and if needed return to a Fuel Card Issuing Location where we will gladly replace your card.
Information on Home Based Businesses USAG Grafenwoehr is now launching its Home Based Business online. Home Based Businesses are small businesses that are operated by family members of the U.S. Army soldiers or civilians who provide a service to other U.S. forces members and affiliates. Operating a legal Home Based Business involves gathering all the needed paperwork, submitting an application and receiving an approval to start. In order to start your Home Based Business, simply follow the link and fill out the provided electronic package.
ONE Program USAG Grafenwoehr is now launching its Orientation for New Employees (ONE) Program. The ONE training consists of facts involving in-processing and the necessary exchange of information that must take place during initial introduction of new employees. The following Orientation for New Employees (ONE) is required for all USAG Grafenwoehr civilian employees and a certificate of completion needs to be received by the DHR within 30 days of EOD. In order to start the ONE Training, simply follow the link and browse through the different subjects.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Overseas Program The Department of Defense (DoD) offers the WIC Overseas Program to eligible participants living overseas. The WIC Overseas Program provides you and your family with several important benefits: nutritious food, tips on how to prepare balanced meals, nutrition and health screenings, and access to other resources that help you and your family lead healthier lives. The program is available to eligible participants living overseas, including: civilian employees, DoD contractors, family members, and members of the uniformed services. If you or your family member is pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding an infant, or a child up to 5 years of age, please call our Rose Barracks WIC Overseas Office (Bldg. 221) for eligibility screening at 09662-83-3790.
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 475-LIFE. Visit our website for more on suicide prevention. Suicide prevention, sexual assault or just a friendly ear‌ you are never alone. Professionals are available to counsel you in confidence. Getting help is a sign of strength. 24 Hour Community Hotlines: Chaplain Hotline 0162-296-0838, Military Police Hotline 09662-83114, Sexual Assault Hotline 0162-296-0661 and Emergency Services 09641-83-117.
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Army Community Services (ACS) Contact Army Community Services (ACS) Main Post, DSN 475-8371, CIV 09641-83-8371. Rose Barracks, DSN 476-2650 CIV 09662-83-2650. ACS is now on Facebook and Twitter (Follow GRAF ACS) or email graf.acs@eur.army.mil for info.
Happy Birthday ACS! Celebrating 46 Years of Service ACS invites the entire community for cake, open house, games for children and a chance to win a door prize! July 14, 10 a.m. – noon, we will celebrate 46 years of service to the most important customer: YOU. For details please email
ACS E-Newsletter Check out our E-newsletter, your free monthly edition with up-to-date class information, articles and much more.
EFMP Summer Bash! ACS EFMP invites you to the EFMP Summer Bash! Have fun on July 22, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Little Mike Park on Rose Barrack. Join us for BBQ, relay races, face painting, cake, bouncy houses and much more! For details please email graf.acs@eur.army.mil or usaggrafenwoehr.efmp.manager@us.army.mil
Army Family Action Plan Do you like the idea that you have dental care available for you and your Family? You can thank the person who submitted an AFAP issue! Submit your issues by sending an email (include what the issue is, who it affects, and what solution you may have to the issue), or call AFAP at DSN 476-2237 or CIV 09662-83-2237.
ACS Readiness, classes Financial Readiness 6 July: Money Management, 1-3 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 13 July: Checking Account Maintenance, 1-3 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 13 July: Investing 101 & 102, 5:30-7 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 20 July: Investing 103, 5:30-7 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 27July: Basic Insurance Planning, 1-2 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322
Employment Readiness 12 July: Non US Citizen Program, 1:30-2:30 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 14 July: Resume Writing & USA Staffing Class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 19 July: **NEW** Career Exploration, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Main Post USO, Bldg 150. 26 July: Resume Writing & USA Staffing Class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., USO Main Post, Bldg 150. 28 July: Interview Skills, 1:30-2:30 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322.
Relocation Readiness 30 June: Smooth Move: PCS or ETS in a positive way! 10-11 a.m. Pre-registration required, please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650. 6, 13, 20, 27 July & 3, 10, 17 & 24 August: Basic German Class for Spouses of a deployed Soldier or Civilian, 9-11 a.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. Pre-registration is required. 6 July: 10 a.m. – 1p.m., Immigration and Citizenship Workshop. Pre-registration required, please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650. 12 July: Newcomer Orientation Level 2: NEAT (Newcomer Exploring Area Tour), 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free transportation and childcare available. Please pre-register by calling DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650. 15 July: Hearts Apart Visits Maximillian’s Grotto, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pre-registration required, please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 25-27 July: Newcomer Orientation Level 1: Welcome to Bavaria, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free transportation and childcare available. Please pre-register by calling DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650.
Mobilization and Deployment 11 July: How are Things Going? 10-11:30 a.m., Main Post, Bldg 244, MPD Conference Room. Learn and understand the challenges Soldiers and their Families face during the reintegration process. 13 July: Children and Reunion, 6-7:30 p.m., Main Post, Bldg 244, MPD Conference Room. 18 July: Everyone’s got an Opinion, 10-11:30 a.m., Main Post, Bldg 244, MPD Conference Room. Explore differences of opinions which spark arguments and disagreements and discuss the importance of negotiating those differences. 20 July: RESET for Couples, 1-3 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 27 July: Children and Reunion, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322.
International Spouses Club 13 July: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Herbs and Teas in Unterschnaittenbach: A tour for International Spouses to get together. Pre-registration required, please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650. 20 July: Immigration & Citizenship Workshop, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pre-registration required, please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650.
Army Family Team Building 26 - 27 July: AFTB Level I, LEARN, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 206. No one said Army life is easy! The AFTB mission is to educate and empower you as a member of the military community to develop skills that strengthen self-reliance, promote retention and enhance your readiness. AFTB offers three levels of classes; each will benefit you in your life, community and future. We are seeking for qualified instructors who can also teach the levels of AFTB! What are you waiting for? Call your AFTB to get a schedule of all classes DSN 476-2237 or CIV 09662-83-2237.
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 12 July: Respite Care Provider Training, 3:30-5 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 21 July: Free Bowling for EFMP members, 4-6 p.m., Main Post Bowling Center, Bldg 612. 27 July: EFMP Cooperative Lunch Hour, noon-1 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322.
New Parent Support Program Infant Massage 5, 12, 19 & 26 Aug. & 2 Sept: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Netzaberg Teen Center. Bond with your baby in this 5 session class while learning IAIM (International Association of Infant Massage) with a professional and certified Infant Massage Instructor! Learn techniques to help relieve tension, gas and colic through relaxing infant massage. Pre-registration is required by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650. This class is for parents with babies ages 0 through 36 months.
Great Expectations & PreNatal Yoga 15, 22, 29 July & 5, 12, 19, 26 Aug. & 2 Sept: Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322 New session for Great Expectations! Start your session from 9-10 a.m. with pre-natal yoga! Great expectations class is 10-11:30 a.m. If you are a parent expecting a baby, whether it is your first or not, look no further! This class will answer questions that the books do not! Learn hands-on techniques from how to hold a baby to putting on and adjusting an infant carrier and more!
Newborn Network Every Tuesday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Netzaberg Teen Center Every Tuesday: 1-3 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg. 322. You are not alone. Join other new parents for coffee and tea to discuss the challenges of being a new parent. Registered Nurse and Lactation Counselor are available to answer all your questions. Network, have fun and meet friends.
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Every 1 Wednesday: Visit Weiden, meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Weiden hospital lobby th Every 4 Wednesday: Visit Sulzbach-Rosenberg, meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Sulzbach-Rosenberg hospital lobby. 9 Aug: Visit Amberg Hospital, group meets at 5:45 p.m. in the Amberg hospital lobby.
For Parents with children ages 0 through 3 Every Tuesday: Playgroup, 9:30 - 11 a.m., Main Post Chapel Annex. Every Wednesday: Playgroup, 9:30 - 11 a.m., Rose Barracks Chapel.
Love & Logic Every Wednesday: (starting 6 July through 3 August) For parent(s) with child(ren) 0 through 6, 12:30-2 p.m. Main Post Chapel Annex. Every Wednesday: (starting 10 August through 21 Septemeber) For parent(s) with child(ren) 6 through 12, 12:30-2 p.m. Main Post Chapel Annex.
Family Advocacy Program Hotlines to help: Sexual Assault Reporting 09662-83-3217 and Domestic Violence 09662-83-3218 or 09641-83-5130. Please contact us for a complete listing of programs and services offered. 1, 8 & 15 July: At Ease! Stress Management Session 1, noon-1:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 19, 26 July & 2, 9, 16, 23 August: Fighting for your Marriage, noon-2 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. This is a 6 session series on learning how to effectively communicate with your Spouse. Enhance fun and friendship; learn problem solving techniques that allow you to work through problems without arguing. Please register in advance by calling DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650.
Military Life Consultants are here for you Military Life Consultants provide solution-oriented consultations to individuals, couples, families, and groups. They are designed to provide anonymous, confidential support to Soldiers and their family members, especially those returning from deployments. To contact a military life consultant, call Rose Barracks 0152-0294-0761 or Main Post 0152-0293-4290 / 0152-0241-5226, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Volunteers and other help needed Have You Saved a Life Today? Red Cross Needs Volunteers Do you have a background in the medical field or teaching field? The American Red Cross is looking for qualified Volunteer Health and Safety Instructors for our community. Call today to see if you qualify. Health and Safety Instructors: Volunteers teach lifesaving skills in the community. Classes such as Babysitting, CPR, First Aid, AED and other safety presentations. Armed Forces Caseworkers: Volunteers work with local members of the military and their families ensuring the delivery of emergency communications. Health Fair Volunteers: Volunteers staff a table at events in the community and engage those attending in conversations about preparedness and safety. Office of Volunteers: Volunteers assist with writing volunteer job descriptions, setting up volunteer orientation courses, conduct volunteer screening interviews, help with volunteer placement, record keeping, and recognition. For more, Rose Barracks Red Cross CIV 09662-83-1760 DSN 476-1760, Main Post Red Cross CIV 09641-83-1760 DSN 475-1760.
Army Volunteer Corps Becoming a volunteer is easy and fun! Meet new people, network, gain experience and support your community. Do you manage volunteers? Are you an Organizational Point of Contact (OPOC)? If your answer is yes, we can teach you how manage and input your volunteer hours. Stop by your AVC office located on Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 207.
Seeking Emergency Placement Care Providers The children in the USAGG need you. The Emergency Placement Care (EPC) Program trains individuals to become 24 hour providers for at risk children. The community is in need of more providers as the number of children in imminent danger increased due to the deployment rotation of family members. The training you receive will last you a lifetime and help you build your experience and resume. Call ACS 476‑2650 or 09662‑83‑2650.
Main Post Thrift Store If you have some free time to spare, and would like to give back to the community, come and volunteer and meet new and exciting fun people. For more, Stop by Main Post Bldg. 508 or call 0964 1926 0377.
Sports, Fitness, Hobbies & Recreation Get Crafty! at Main Post Arts & Crafts
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Learn the art of French Beaded Flower! Technique dates back to the 18 Century and is passed through families, each generation to the next. Each class will cost $25 but by joining the ―Flower of the Month‖ Club you pay a one-time fee of $25 and $5-8 per month for your kit. The flower of the month for June is ―Fuchsia‖. Contact the Arts & Crafts at DSN 4756101, CIV 09641-83-6101 for more information or go online.
Therapeutic Reflexology and Reiki Services Now available at Main Post and Rose Barracks Fitness Centers Reflexology treatment applies pressure to reflex points on the hands and feet that correspond to specific parts of the body to support a total well-being and restore the body’s natural balance--Promoting total relaxation, improving circulation and relieving nerve tension allowing the body to heal itself. Reiki is a form of natural healing that originated in Japan. A Reiki practitioner channels this life force energy without touch and brings it to the client so that it can go where it most needed in order to bring about balance. Therapeutic Reflexology and Reiki are available by appointment only. Customer should plan for a full hour. Appointments are secured by payment, a minimum 24 hours in advance. Contact the USAG Grafenwoehr Sports & Fitness Operation Branch for details and to sign up. DSN 475-8207, CIV 09641-83-8207.
AAFES Movie Listing ***Inquire within for a “Movie Card,” and gain stamps for admission and concession purchases. Receive a free popcorn combo after 9 stamps.
Main Post
Rose Barracks
Wed. June 29
7 p.m.
X-Men: First Class (PG-13)
7 p.m.
Source Code (PG-13)
Thurs. June 30
7 p.m.
The Hangover Part Two (R)
7 p.m.
Scream 4 (R)
Fri. July 1
6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Green Lantern (PG-13) Green Lantern (PG-13)
Sat. July 2 7 p.m. Sun. July 3
Wed. July 6 Thurs. July 7 Fri. July 8
4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Medea’s Big Happy Family (PG13) Rio (G) X-Men: First Class (PG-13)
7 p.m. 7 p.m.
Green Lantern (PG-13) Soul Surfer (PG)
6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Sat. July 9 Sun. July 10
4 p.m. 7 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil (PG) Bad Teachers (R) African Cats (G) Cars 2 Cars 2 (G) Super 8 (PG-13)
6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m.
7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.
Rio (G) Madea’s Big Happy Family (PG-13) Green Lantern (PG-13) Green Lantern (PG-13)
Soul Surfer (PG) X-Men: First Class (PG-13) Green Lantern (PG-13)
6:30 p.m.
Cars 2 (G)
9:30 p.m.
Bad Teachers (R)
4 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.
Cars 2 (G) Bad Teachers (R) Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil (PG) Fast Five (PG-13)
Cabins available for rent, Rose Barracks Outdoor Recreation has 2 and 3 bedroom cabins available for short-term or long-term rent. Each cabin is fully furnished, including kitchen. Located at the Big Mike Travel Camp on Rose Barracks, these cabins are perfect or a short scenic getaway close to home, or to accommodate visiting Friends and family members. For more, DSN 476-2563.
BINGO 30 June: The Patton Fireside Lounge, Main Post Bldg. 209. Early Bird Bingo starts at 6 p.m. and regular Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Test your luck with a game of Bingo. Open to all military personnel, retirees, Family members and D.O.D. civilians. Get out your daubers and join us for Bingo fun, at the Patton Fireside Lounge. For more, DSN 475-6200 or CIV 09641-83-6200.
Sports & Fitness Rose Barracks Fitness Center offering Les Mills Body Combat Classes Are you tired of just working out? Do you crave a fresh and exciting workout experience that stimulates your mind as well as your body and leaves you feeling invigorated and ready to take on life's challenges? If so, then BODYCOMBAT ® is for you! BODYCOMBAT ® combines powerhouse moves and stances developed from a range of self-defense disciplines including Karate, kickboxing, Tai Chi and Tae Kwondo, in a ―take no prisoners‖, adrenaline-pumping routine. It is an empowering, athletic workout that will have you ―fighting-fit‖ in record time! Are you tough enough to handle it? We do have other high-energy fitness classes available as well. For more, DSN 476-2214 or stop by at Bldg. 323.
NEW classes at Main Post Physical Fitness Center Ninjutsu: This class teaches skills once used by the classical Japanese ninja and how these skills apply to modern selfdefense. The methods of self-preservation that allowed the ninja to become world renowned intelligence professionals are still alive and relevant." Classes will be conducted every Monday & Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the PFC Combative Room. The fee is $20 a month. Program open to US ID card holder 18 years & up. Pay classes will start on Wed, July 6 ($20 Monthly Fee). Self Defense: Knowing what to do and when could help save your life. In this self defense courses we will show you different techniques to help you diffuse potentially life threatening situations. Our program is based on a three tier system: Get away - Get safe - Get help. We meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m., Cost is $30 a month or $10 Single Class.
Army Arts and Crafts Contest Open for submission: Deadline for submissions is June 30. For more, visit your local Arts and Crafts Center or go online.
Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Getting ready to have your soldier home? Bring your gently used items to Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop, Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks. June sales include buy any red tag item, and get another red tag item for free and books are 10 for $2. Open 10am to 2pm Tues, Wed &Thurs. For more, DSN 476-2649, CIV 09662-83-2649 or email. Volunteers and donations are always welcome!
Child, Youth and School Services – CYSS The Edge! Program is providing youth a once in a lifetime opportunity to hike the tallest peak in Germany, the Zugspitze! This hiking program, open to youth who will be entering high school in August, will begin with local hikes on Thursdays and Fridays and will culminate with a 2-day hike to the top of Germany on July 7-8. This is a feat that is certainly doable, but the training hikes in June are required to ensure youth are properly prepared. The SKIESUnlimited Program is offering the following classes for children and youth: Gymnastics, Dance, Tang Soo Do, Karate, Guitar, Violin, Piano, Culinary Arts, Kinder Music, and Arts & Crafts. For more, contact Parent Central Services at DSN 475-6656 on Main Post or DSN 476-2760 on Rose Barracks or register online at online.
Introducing a new program: Starting a Childcare Co-op A child care co-op, sometime called childcare exchange, is an increasingly popular option for budget-conscious parents with a large circle of friends. In a co-op, parents take turns watching each other’s children. One parent might watch another parent’s child on, for instance, Mondays or two half-days, while another might watch the first parent’s children on a weekend evening or perhaps on Thursdays. In some groups, parents take turns watching everyone else’s children as a group, while in others they watch one family’s children at a time. This keeps the cost of child care down and keeps kids in the hands of caregivers parents trust. Interested? Contact Parent Central Services today at DSN 475-6656 or DSN 4762760. Brochure available at www.grafenwoehrmwr.com/cyss/cyss.html
Summer Camps - Join us for fun and activities CYSS has lots of trips and activities planned to keep your children busy. Rose Barracks School Age Center, Netzaberg School Age Center and both Youth Centers have prepared exciting schedules for different age groups to entertain your child(ren). Stop by Parent Central Services (Main Post Bldg. 244, Rose Barracks Bldg. 224) and pick-up the Summer Camp brochures or download it on www.grafenwoehrmwr.com/cyss/cyss.html
U.S. Forces Europe, The Army Ten Miler 9 July: Main Post Grafenwoehr Physical Fitness Center U.S. Army Garrison Grafenwoehr will again host the annual Army 10-Miler qualifier, July 9, and the stakes are high. The top six U.S. Army men’s and women’s Soldier-runners who meet the qualifying times will be nominated to represent U.S. Army Europe at the Army 10-Miler in Washington, D.C., Oct. 9. Free troop billets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact the USAG Grafenwoehr Recreation Division at DSN 475-9024. Camping at Outdoor Recreation Vilseck is available by calling DSN 475-8402. Last year, the men’s IMCOM-E/USAREUR team placed second, losing to Team Hawaii. Maj. Keith Matiskella of th Grafenwoehr finished 20 overall, crossing the finish line at 51 minutes and 28 seconds, besting his Grafenwoehr time of 53:9:55. Participants can preregister on the Grafenwoehr at Webtrac. Step 1: Register with MWR Online Services - click on ―Start a new Preregistration‖ Step 2: Upon receipt of password, enroll in applicable 10-Miler category Step 3: Sign in on Grafenwoehr Webtrac, click on the 10-Miler icon at the top of the front page for quick access to register.
Mystery Book Club, Rose Barracks First Thursday of each month: This is an ongoing mystery themed book club for adults. We meet at 5:30 p.m. If you are interested in joining, DSN 476-1740, CIV 09662-83-1740.
Adult Book Club, Main Post First Thursday of each month:
July - 'The History of Love' by Nichole Kraus August - 'The Lacuna' by Barbara Kingsolver September - 'Three Men in a Boat' by Jerome K Jerome The Book Club meets on the first Thursday of each month from 7-8 p.m. in the Patton Fireside Lounge, located in Main Post Bldg. 209. The Patton Fireside Lounge, inside the Tower Inn, is the ideal location to relax, socialize, and participate in thought-provoking discussions. No pre-registration is required, cash bar available. Contact the Library at DSN 4751740, CIV 09641-83-1740 for more.
Join the Vilseck/Grafenwoehr Vipers Swim Team Practices held Monday, Wednesday and Fridays: 5:50 – 7 p.m. at the Eschenbach Hallenbad. Team opens to ages 6 – 19. For more, email or visit our website.
Java Café’s Specials Coffee Lovers - do you like “Something Sweet”? Stop at the Java Café for that special coffee taste: Hershey Royal, Kit Kat Kicker, 3 Musketeers Hooah, Snickers Sensation and other flavors. June specials include Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich and Caramel Apple Blended Drink. Main Post Java Café Bar & Grill, Bldg. 612 (Bowling Center) Rose Barracks Java Café, Bldg. 607 (Langenbruck Center)
VFW Tower Post 10692 monthly meetings Second Tuesday of each month: The Post will meet at 6 p.m. in Main Post Bldg. 505. Find Post 10692 on Facebook or call CIV 01628278035 for more.
Adult Education / Training Red Cross First Aid/CPR Class 8 July: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Rose Barracks Bldg. 162. The American Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR/AED - Adult and Child plus CPR – Infant training will help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. The courses in this program teach skills that participants need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. For more call: Rose Barracks Red Cross DSN 476-1760, CIV 09662-83-1760, Main Post Red Cross DSN 475-1760, CIV 09641-83-1760 or online.
Dental Assistant Training for spouses Now accepting applications: The Vilseck American Red Cross, in conjunction with the Vilseck DENTAC, is offering free dental assistant training to military-sponsored identification card holders. American Red Cross Dental Assistant Training Program, for Rose Barracks DENTAC, will begin training on July 11. Application packets are available at Vilseck Red Cross Bldg.162 or Grafenwoehr Red Cross Bldg. 150. Packets and Interviews are limited. Trainees will be instructed in the computer skills necessary to manage a dental practice, dental radiology, dental anatomy, and sterilization of dental instruments. Upon completion of classroom learning, the course continues with a clinical section, to include patient chair-side time. This is a fast paced, hands-on program in a working clinic. Attendance is critical for completion. Space is limited so have your application and interview skills prepared. For more, Vilseck American Red Cross DSN 476-1760 CIV 09662-83-1760; Grafenwoehr American Red Cross DSN 4751760 CIV 09641-83-1760.
Mandatory TARP, SETA, OPSEC and Anti-Terrorism Training Together with the 66th Military Intelligence Group, JMTC Intelligence and Security, and the United States Army Garrison Grafenwoehr (Antiterrorism and Security Divisions) will be conducting the quarterly community Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP) formerly known as SAEDA, Security Education Training Awareness (SETA), Operation Security (OPSEC), and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Refresher Training. 13 July: Main Post, Tower Theater, Bldg. 620, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (LN employees), 1:30 – 4 p.m. (US employees). 14 July: Rose Barracks, Post Theater, Bldg. 354, 9 – 11 a.m. (US employees), 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. (LN employees) This training is a mandatory annual requirement for all DoD personnel including Military, AF/NAF (both US and LN); U.S. Contractor employees are welcome.
LSEI NCO Development Class, “Problem Solving” 18 – 22 July: 8 a.m. – noon. Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center is currently enrolling NCO’s in the Leader Skill Enhancement Instruction (LSEI Class) ―Problem Solving‖. This course examines problem solving techniques by defining, analyzing and solving management problems, with a step-by-step, logical, hands-on approach to achieving the desired results. The course is free and open to all Non-Commissioned Officers. Those successfully completing the course will earn one semester hour of college credit from Central Texas College. Class size is limited to twenty students so enroll today. For more information, and to register, please contact Rose Barracks (Vilseck Education Center) at 476-2653/3292 or Main Post (Grafenwoehr Education Center) at 475-6219/6786.
FAST Class, July 18 – 29 July: Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center, Bldg. 223, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. 25 July – 5 Aug: Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center, Bldg. 223, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST) provides Soldiers with instruction in reading, mathematics, and language skills and is an excellent tool to prepare Soldiers to raise their GT score. This class is a 60-hour long course and is limited to twenty students. For more information please contact Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center at DSN 4762653/3292 or Main Post Education Center at DSN 475-6219/6786.
Interactive Customer Evaluation (I.C.E.) Training 21 July: ICE Training on Main Post, Bldg 244, Room 123-1. Class 1, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., Class 2, 1 – 3 p.m. This class is intended for U.S. Government Employees with active ICE Account or approved request for an ICE Account. All attending must bring to training a valid ICE username, password and can login to the ICE system. If you do not have an account, or are having issues with your account, please contact the ICE site administrator for assistance. Please ensure you have your CAC with you when you attend training or you will not be able to logon during training. For more, DSN 475-6034 / 8881 /8586. Questions can be answered by ICE Administrator, Nathaniel Strong III.
University of Oklahoma Masters of International Relations: 32 Semester Hours Non-Thesis The Interdisciplinary Master of Arts with an Emphasis in International Relations has been developed from an interdisciplinary context. Courses are offered in Communication, Political Science, History, Human Relations, Geography and Economics online. Morality and Foreign Policy: July 12 - 17 at the Vilseck Education Center This course will examine the problems of justice in going to war (jus ad bellum), justice in fighting war (jus en bello), justice in post war reconstruction (jus post bellum), and justice in the threat of force (jus ad vim). Specific issues may include preemptive/preventive war, interventions, terrorism, boundary crossings, and treatment of prisoners. Contact Area Site Director Benjamin Griffin DSN 476-2069 or DSN 475-7079 or email.
Religious Free Piano Concert 5 July: 6 -8 p.m., Rose Barracks Cavalry Chapel. Join the chapel community for a free concert of sacred, classical and children's songs. Concert Pianist, Mrs. Denine LeBlanc, will entertain Soldiers and Families on her European Concert Tour. The chapel will provide refreshments after the concert and free watch-care for children. For more, contact CH (CPT) Jason Hesseling at DSN 476-1570, CIV 09662-83-1570, email.
Single Women’s Day Out 16 July: 8:30 am. A quirky bit of WWII history still exists in a town known as ―Little Berlin.‖ During this tour, learn why this tiny town was split in half by the wall and why some of the wall is still standing. On the way home, shope at Villeroy and Boch factory outlet. Bring 3 Euros for the tour, plus money for lunch and any shopping. Meet at the Main Post Chapel parking lot at 8:30 a.m. to carpool. Sponsored by the Garrison Chaplain’s Office. For more or to carpool from Rose Barracks, contact Laurel Hoyt 0151-14991395; email.
Meditation at Main Post Chapel Annex on break This program will resume on July 18 (1st and 3rd Monday,) 6 p.m., Main Post Chapel sanctuary. For more, email.
Chaplain Crisis Line After duty hours, please call: MP STATION CIV 09662‑83‑2490 or 09662‑83‑3397 / DSN 476‑2490 or 476‑3397. USAG‑Grafenwoehr IOC CIV 09641‑83‑7226 / DSN 475‑7226. CHAPLAIN CRISIS LINE CIV 0162‑296‑0838. During business hours: Main Post Chapel: DSN 475-1570, CIV 09641-83-1570. Rose Barracks Chapel: DSN 476-1570, CIV 09662-83-1570.
Health & Medical, Red Cross, VET Corner Healthy Heart Class 29 June: 1 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg. 168. The Army Wellness Center-Grafenwoehr is offering a Healthy Heart class each month. The class will cover the risks of heart disease and what you can do to reduce those risks. The class is open to all ID card holders. Call 476-4795 or 09662-83-4795 to reserve a seat in the class.
Tobacco Cessation Classes At the Vilseck Health Clinic beginning on the following dates: 12 July, 6 Sept., and 1 Nov. For more, please contact the Clinic Community Health Nurse at Civilian: 09662-83-2882 or DSN: 476-2882.
Facility & Road Closures /Construction/ Openings Construction, ODR – Dickhaeuter Lake Ongoing: Construction will start for the new Outdoor Recreation Complex at Dickhaeuter Lake. Access roads will be blocked and the area will be off limits while under construction. For more contact MWR, ODR at 475-7402.
Main Post – Gettysburg Avenue Ongoing: Road repair work on the left lane and the sidewalk of Gettysburg Ave between Lee Street and the new traffic circle. Construction will be worked in phases. If necessary, traffic will be rerouted via detour signs.
Main Post Gates – Quarterly Barrier Maintenance 27 June – 2 July: Short delays/detours to be expected at the Grafenwoehr Gates due to the quarterly barrier maintenance. 29 June: Between 1 – 2 p.m., traffic to and from Netzaberg must use Gate 3 and Gate 6 while Gate 20 is under maintenance. Signs will be posted.
Closure of activity, organizational day 1 July: Host Nation Logistic Field Operating Agency (HNLFOA), Maintenance Division, Furnishings Management Division and Transportation Division, in Grafenwoehr and Vilseck will be closed for their Organizational Day. This includes the HNLFOA-HSM facilities CST Grafenwoehr and CST Vilseck as well as the Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Inspection Station in Grafenwoehr. For more, Stephanie Kramer, DSN 475-7688.
Rose Barracks Postal Lobby, closure of activity The Rose Barracks Postal Service Center Mailroom Lobby (Bldg 338 only) will be closed starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 29 and reopen at 7:30 a.m., July 30 for annual stripping and waxing of lobby floors.
NEW operating hours of the POV Inspection Starting 5 July: Mon. – Fri., 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., remains open during lunch. Please note the office will be closed July 4 for the holiday.
The Main Post NTV Unleaded gas pump temporary closed The Main Post TMP Gas Station, Bldg. 305A, Unleaded Gasoline pump is temporary closed until further notice. Please use the Rose Barracks Gas Station for Unleaded Gasoline. Note: The Diesel pump can be used.
Grafenwoehr Vehicle Registration, operation of hours The hours of operation for the USAG Grafenwoehr Vehicle Registration office are 7:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. The last customer is served at 3:30 p.m. due to close of business paperwork and mandatory daily computer reconciliation reports to the USAREUR Vehicle Registration office, Mannheim. The Vehicle Registration office is also closed on all German and American Holidays.
School News Register for School Fall 2011 now to ensure proper staffing All DoDDS students must be re-registered prior to every new school year. Additionally, your immediate registration will staff appropriately for the fall so we may provide the most thorough education possible for our children. To ensure we have the correct amount of teachers, we need to have correct enrollment. Contact your schools register with updated Orders if necessary, emergency contacts and shot records.
Strength & Conditioning Program 22 June – 10 Aug: A FREE program open to High School Athletes going into grades 9 - 12 • Every Monday & Wednesday, 3 - 5 p.m. • Main Post Physical Fitness Center (Transportation will be provided from Rose Barracks and Netzaberg Youth Centers). For more, contact Parent Central Services at DSN 475-6656, CIV 09641-83-6656 or DSN 476-2760, CIV 09662-83-2760 or go online.
Attention All Parents, School Physicals available Does your child need a school or sports physical for the upcoming school year? The Rose Barracks Health Clinic will be offering School-Aged/Sports Physicals on July 27 & 29, Aug. 3 & 5, 16 & 17 by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please call DSN 476-2882 or CIV 09662832882. Please remember to bring your child's immunization records and prescription eyeglasses (if applicable).
Grafenwoehr Elementary School 22 Aug: New Student Orientation 9 a.m. 25 Aug: Class lists posted, 4 p.m. 29 Aug: First day of School for grades 1-5 5 Sept: No School, Labor Day 6 Sept: First day of School for Kindergarten 8 Sept: Open House for grades 1 – 5, 5 – 6 p.m. The Grafenwoehr Elementary PTA has received great support so far this year from our parents. We would like to remind you that if you intended to join the PTA, it is not too late. Contact DSN 475-7133 or email for more information. School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑ Fri. 7 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.‑ Fri. 8:15 a.m.‑2:35 p.m. CIV 09641‑837133 DSN 475‑7133
Vilseck Elementary School The Vilseck Elementary PTSA If you are interested in volunteering and want to know where your help is needed, please email us at: vilseckelementary.ptsa@gmail.com. Continuous School Improvement News VES staff has spent a great deal of time analyzing assessment results of the past year to determine our new focus for instruction. The analysis led us to develop 2 new goals. Our school vision of ―Vilseck Expects Success‖ will remain the same. The new goals are: Goal 1: By 2016 all students will improve competency with numbers and operations as measured by increased performance on assessments. Goal 2: By 2016 all students will demonstrate improved reading comprehension through written and oral communication as measured by increased performance on assessments. The staff will investigate research based interventions and strategies to help us achieve these goals. As always, parents are encouraged to participate in our Continuous School Improvement process by attending our staff development days or joining one of our committees. If you have any questions about the CSI process or would like to participate, please contact Terri Diaz or Kerri Loe at 476-2812.Enjoy a performance by the ―Cheer Reader,‖ award prizes will be given out to students for meeting reading criteria, and watch the principal meet her school challenge. School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑Fri. 7 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.‑Fri. 8:25 a.m. ‑ 2:35 p.m. CIV 09662‑832812 / 832673 DSN 476‑2812/2673
Netzaberg Elementary School Child Find: Netzaberg Elementary School’s Preschool Services for Child Development (PSCD) program is conducting screenings to identify strengths and concerns in a young child’s development. The free Child Find developmental screenings are provided for command sponsored children from age three to five years. Professional staff will screen motor, language, problem solving, social, and self-help skills, plus the child’s vision and hearing. In addition, parents will have an opportunity to ask questions about their child’s development. For further information on Child Find developmental screenings at Netzaberg Elementary School, please call CIV 09645-917-9184 or DSN 472-9184.Child Find developmental screenings are held at DoDEA schools to assist parents in identifying the early warning signs that put young children at risk for learning delays and provide crucial early diagnosis and intervention. Netzaberg Elementary School Needs YOU. Netzaberg Elementary School partners with our parents and community to support the success of all students. Goal 1: Reading By 2011, all students will improve targeted reading comprehension skills across the curriculum as measured by local and system-wide assessments. The targeted reading skills are: Pre-reading skills in Pre-K—Kindergarten; Retelling and inferring in grades 1 – 2; and Summarizing and drawing conclusions in grades 3 – 5. Intervention: Explicitly teach targeted reading comprehension strategies through Think Alouds. Goal 2: Math By 2011, all students will improve their understanding of number sense and operational concepts across the curriculum as measured by local and system-wide assessments. Intervention: Explicitly teach students to think and talk about numbers through Number Talks. School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.- Fri. 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Mon.- Fri. 7:55 a.m. -.2:45 p.m. CIV 09645-917-9185/9184/9313/DSN 472-9184/9313
Netzaberg Middle School 23 Aug: Teacher Reporting Day – CSI (Continuous School Improvement) Activities: Parents Welcome; POC: Email 26 Aug: Newcomers’ Orientation in the MPR 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; POC: Email 29 Aug: First Day of School for Students 8 Sept: Open House 4 p.m.; POC: Email Netzaberg Middle School CSI 4-Step Problem Solving Method= 1) Understand the Problem 2) Make a Plan 3) Carry Out the Plan 4) Look Back – Ask, ―Does the solution make sense?‖ Parent volunteers: If you are interested in volunteering for the PTSA or other school committees, please contact the school. We welcome your support. POC: Email Lunch accounts: To use the online service you will need to set up an account at http://www.mealpayplus.com/. If you are new to the area you will need to open a Horizon account at the PX or the school cafeteria. Attendance: PARENTS are responsible in calling the front office every morning that the student will be absent. POC: Email Phone: 09645-917-9232/9233/9229 DSN 472-9232 School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 8 am–4 pm Mon-Fri 7:55 a.m-2:45 pm CIV 09645-917-9232/9233/9229 DSN 472-9232
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Flea markets Every Sat., 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., in 93059 Regensburg inside the building at Am Protzenweiher 27, ph 0941-82933. The market will not take place on German holidays. Every second Sat. of the month: 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.: in 90443 Nuremburg, Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße. Every third Sat. of the month: 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.: in 92224 Amberg, Kaufland-Parkplatz, An den Franzosenaeckern Every third Sun. of the month: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Trödel- & Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg), at the "Globus" DITY store, Pommernstraße 4 Sat., 02 July: The Neumarkter Flohmarkt will take place at Jurahalle and the Volksfestplatz in 92318 Neumarkt from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Flea Market offers a variety of used things such as antiques, old collectibles and typical Bavarian items. Inside the Jurahalle you will find over 100 vendors and outside will be more than 300 additional vendors. Food and drinks will be sold. If you would like to sell items email anfrage@neumarkter-flohmarkt.de. Selling unwanted or items that are no longer needed at the flea market is an entertaining way to spend your Saturday while also making money. - 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden at the Volksfestplatz on Leuchtenberger Straße - 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in 91054 Erlangen, Bohlenplatz. Homepage.
- 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Trödel- & Jahrmarkt in 93055 Regensburg, at the "Globus" DITY market, Sulzfeldstr. 3. Visitors can park for free at the car park of "Hiendl" furniture store. - 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in 92318 Neumarkt, Volksfestplatz and Jurahallen, Festplatz 1 (ca. 45 km / 28 miles west of Hohenfels). A large selection of everything you do and don't need: toys, antiques, collectibles (coins, stamps etc.), clothes and much more. Kids can enjoy themselves on the inflatable jumping castle during the summer months (Apr. - Oct.) - only when the weather is good! The next couple of dates are online. Sat., 9 July: - 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.: in 92224 Amberg at the Dultplatz on Bruno-Hofer-Straße. - 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.: in 90443 Nürnberg at the Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße. Sun., 10 July: 8 a.m. - midday: in 92339 Beilngries, Volksfestplatz, Sandstraße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). 15 - 17 July, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.: 3-day Flohmarkt in 93059 Regensburg at the Dultplatz, Am Europakanal. Organized by Arche Nova (only GE), ph 0941-890-5327. Sat., 16 July: - 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden at the Volksfestplatz on Leuchtenberger Straße - 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.: in 92224 Amberg at the Kaufland car park, An den Franzosenäckern Sat., 23 July: - 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden at the Spielvereinigung ("Am Langen Steg" subdivision, near hospital). - 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.: in 92421 Schwandorf at the Festplatz along Angerring / Nürnberger Straße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles north of Regensburg) Sun., 24 July: - 8 a.m. - midday: in 92339 Beilngries, Volksfestplatz, Sandstraße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels) - 1 - 4 p.m.: in 92421 Schwandorf, at the car park of the "Praktiker" DITY store, Regensburger Str. 68 (ca. 45 km / 28 miles north of Regensburg). Directions: Access to the car park is via Bundesstraße B15; it is close to the Aldi and Norma stores, the "Auto Unger" car repair shop, and the road leading to Kaufland. If you come from the Autobahn, follow the signs for "Altstadt" (old city). When you reach the large intersection just before the Altstadt, turn left towards "Regensburg B15", cross the large bridge and continue on that road. You will then find the "Praktiker" store on the right-hand side.
USA soccer team in Germany to play in 2011 Women’s World Cup 26 June – 17 July: The Women’s World Cup soccer championship will be played across Germany under the auspices of FIFA – the Fédération Internationale de Football Association or International Federation of Association Football. The USA team – currently number one in FIFA’s world ranking – is scheduled to kick off its first match of the championship against the Korea team, June 28 in Dresden. USA’s second match comes to the Heidelberg area, with the American team taking on Colombia at the Rhein-Neckar Arena in Sinsheim, July 2. The third USA team match currently scheduled is a match-up against Sweden, in Wolfsburg, July 6. Tickets for the games in Dresden and Wolfsburg can still be purchased via FIFA’s website, but tickets are no longer available through the FIFA site for the Sinsheim match. Stadium ticket centers are set to sell tickets from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. beginning two days before game day. The American Forces Network-Europe is not broadcasting the championship, but the German television networks ARD and ZDF will carry the games. In addition, local garrison Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities may offer opportunities to watch the matches. Stay tuned for more information on possibly viewings. Links to Women’s World Cup information: Game schedules, locations, and times General information from FIFA General information from ESPN Information on the Secretary of State’s Women’s World Cup Initiative To learn more about the game of soccer in general, go to: FIFA’s Laws of the Game About.com’s Soccer 101 eHow’s How to Play Soccer Soccer-Fans-Info’s History of Soccer
American Bands in 91541 Rothenburg Wed., 29 June, 4 p.m.: The Wyoming Ambassadors of Music in Spitalkirche (church) Heilig-Geist, Roßmühlgasse 5. Wed., 29 June, 5 p.m.: The Texas Ambassadors of Music, in Spitalkirche (church) Heilig-Geist, Roßmühlgasse 5. Sat., 02 July, 4 p.m.: The Star of Texas Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Sun., 03 July, 2 p.m.: The Star of Texas Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz.
Tue., 05 July, 2 p.m.: The Arizona Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Tue., 05 July, 4 p.m.: The Arizona Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Wed., 07 July, 8 p.m.: The Mid-West Honor Choir, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Fri., 08 July, 2 p.m.: The Ohio Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Fri., 08 July, 4 p.m.: The Ohio Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Fri., 08 July, 5 p.m.: The Sound of America, on Marktplatz. Sat., 09 July, 3 p.m.: The Northview High School Marching Band, MN, on Marktplatz. Mon., 11 July, 2 p.m.: The Mid-West Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Mon., 11 July, 4 p.m.: The Mid-West Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Thurs., 14 July, 2 p.m.: The Tennessee Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Thurs., 14 July, 4 p.m.: The Tennessee Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Fri., 15 July, midday: The Brentwood School Big Band, GB, on Marktplatz. Fri., 15 July, 2 p.m.: The Arkansas Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Fri., 15 July, 4 p.m.: The Arkansas Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Sun., 17 July, 2 p.m.: The Oregon Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Sun., 17 July, 4 p.m.: The Oregon Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Wed., 20 July, 2 p.m.: The Utah Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Wed., 20 July, 4 p.m.: The Utah Ambassadors of Music, in Spitalkirche (church) Heilig-Geist, Roßmühlgasse 5. Sat., 23 July, 2 p.m.: The Northern Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Sat., 23 July, 4 p.m.: The Northern Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse. Tue., 26 July, 2 p.m.: The Michigan Ambassadors of Music, on Marktplatz. Tue., 26 July, 4 p.m.: The Michigan Ambassadors of Music, in Franziskanerkirche (church), Herrengasse.
Tour of Nuremberg in English 3 July: Guide is Dr. Harald T. Leder, Baton Rouge LA. Please see website for more information.
Open Stores on Sunday Sun., 03 July: - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.: in 91315 Höchstadt, city / town center (ca. 45 km / 28 miles NW of Nürnberg). - no time specified: in 93176 Beratzhausen, city / town center (ca. 17 km / 11 miles south of Hohenfels). - no time specified: in 93128 Regenstauf, city / town center (ca. 16 km / 10 miles north of Regensburg). Sun., 10 July: - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.: in 90762 Fürth, city center (ca. 10 km / 6 miles west of Nürnberg). - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.: in 97346 Iphofen, city / town center (ca. 11 km / 7 miles SE of Kitzingen). - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.: in 91575 Windsbach, city / town center (ca. 25 km / 16 miles east of Ansbach). - no time specified: in 91275 Auerbach (ca. 26 km / 16 miles NW of Vilseck). - no time specified: in 93176 Beratzhausen, city / town center (ca. 17 km / 11 miles south of Hohenfels). Open stores for the Volksfest. - no time specified: in 95478 Kemnath (ca. 20 km / 12.5 miles north of Grafenwöhr). Sun., 17 July: - no time specified: in 93083 Obertraubling, city / town center (ca. 10 km / 6 miles SE of Regensburg). - no time specified: in 93179 Brennberg, city / town center (ca.32 km / 20 miles east of Regensburg). Sun., 24 July: - 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.: in 91171 Greding (ca. 55 km / 34 miles west of Hohenfels). - 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.: in 92339 Beilngries (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.: in 97475 Zeil am Main, city / town center (ca. 28 km / 17 miles NW of Bamberg). - no time specified: in 91275 Auerbach, in Ohrenbach subdivision (ca. 26 km / 16 miles NW of Vilseck). - no time specified: in 94227 Zwiesel, city / town center (ca. 150 km / 95 miles SE of Weiden). - no time specified: in 93183 Kallmünz (ca. 13 km / 8.5 miles SE of Hohenfels). Sun., 31 July: - midday - 6:30 p.m.: in 90584 Allersberg, city / town center (ca. 30 km / 20 miles south of Nürnberg). - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.: in 92421 Schwandorf, Marktplatz = Market Place, and all around the city center (ca. 45 km / 28 miles north of Regensburg).
Volksfests 1 - 3 July: in 95448 Bayreuth, historic city center around Maximilianstraße. Several thousand people will roam through Bayreuth’s city center around the Stadtkirche (city church). The local breweries will provide lots of beer, and music and theater performances will accompany the fest, as will an artisans’ market on July 3. 1 - 3 July: no time specified, in 91301 Forchheim (ca. 25 km / 15.5 miles south of Bamberg). The party takes place in front of the historical "Rathaus" (city hall), at the inner courtyard of the Kaiserpfalz at Kapellenstr. 16, on Hauptstraße and
on Sattlertorstraße. There will be lots of live music, entertainment, and food and drinks. Up to 25,000 visitors come to the Forchheimer Altstadt-Fest every year! 2 July: 11 a.m. - midnight, in 93309 Kelheim all around the Ludwigsplatz and the rest of the Altstadt = old city (ca. 30 km / 20 miles SW of Regensburg). This whole event is a huge fest with live music, scrumptious delicacies, and loads of fun! The day starts with a festive parade through the Altstadt. 2 July: 3 p.m., in 92345 Dietfurt, at the small port for boats (Sportbootanlegestelle, ca. 35 km / 22 miles SW of Hohenfels). Fish, food, coffee and cake. And lots of fun! 3 July: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., in Mönchsondheim, Kirchenburgmuseum (museum, only GE), An der Kirchenburg 5, ph 093261224 (part of 97346 Iphofen, ca. 11 km / 7 miles SE of Kitzingen). Crafts that have almost been forgotten will be shown at this fest, including those of a blacksmith,a ropemaker, a carpenter, a stonemason and a bookbinder. Fascinating to watch! 8 - 10 July: in 96049 Bamberg, Domplatz. 8 - 11 July: in 97346 Iphofen (ca. 11 km / 7 miles SE of Kitzingen). Program will be announced here (only GE). 8 - 13 July: in 91522 Ansbach, "Hofwiese" fest site, Nürnberger Straße 32 8 - 24 July: in 97082 Wuerzburg, "Talavera" fest site between Mainaustraße and Georg-Eydel-Straße A colorful parade with over 60 traditional Bavarian groups will open the Volksfest on 08 July. And every Wednesday after noon is family day where the rides' fares are reduced. Opening times of the fest: Mon. - Thu. 2 p.m. - midnight. Fri. + Sat. 2 p.m. - 1 a.m. Sun. 1 p.m. - midnight. Opening times of the tents: Mon. - Thu. midday - midnight. Fri. midday - 1 a.m. Sat. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. Sun. 11 a.m. midnight. 9 - 10 July: in 92224 Amberg, Marktplatz and Altstadt (old city) The organizers are planning a fun and entertaining program with loads of activities and music, possibly even with some classical performances. 9 - 10 July: in 91275 Auerbach (ca. 26 km / 16 miles NW of Vilseck). 15 - 17 July: in 92280 Kastl (AS) (ca. 25 km / 15.5 miles SW of Amberg). 17 July: 9 a.m., in Sorghof, Hans-Ohorn-Platz (part of 92249 Vilseck, just outside the gate). 17 July: in 92280 Kastl (Amberg-Sulzbach county), around the Marktplatz = market square (ca. 25 km / 15.5 miles SW of Amberg). 22 - 25 July: in 91171 Greding, fest site at the Hallenbad (indoor swimming pool, ca. 55 km / 34 miles west of Hohenfels) Fri.: open-air concert at 7 p.m. in front of the Rathaus (town hall); then parade to the fest tent and tapping of the first keg. Sat.: Flea market for kids on Marktplatz = market square, from 7 a.m. - midday. Fest tent will open at 3 p.m. Sun.: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Jakobimarkt = street market, plus open stores on Sunday. Fest tent will open at 10 a.m. Mon.: Kids' parade on bicycles through the town center. Family and senior citizens' afternoon. 23 + 24 July: in 92339 Beilngries, historic city center / Hauptstraße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels) Great music and great food are always a good combination, and this fest is no exception. Several stages are set up, and local restaurateurs serve their delicacies in stalls along the streets. On Saturday, you can also visit the Beilngries Classic (details see above). On Sunday, many stores are open from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. A perfect event for everyone. 23 + 24 July: in 92256 Hahnbach, along the Hauptstraße = main road (ca. 12 km / 7.5 miles south of Vilseck). 29 July - 07 Aug: in 92345 Dietfurt, Volksfestplatz along Bahnhofstraße (ca. 35 km / 22 miles SW of Hohenfels) 29 July: 6 p.m.: Open-air concert at Rathausplatz with the "Weiß-Blaue Siebentäler" and the "Nachwuchskapelle Dietfurt". Followed by a parade and the tapping of the first keg by 1. Mayor Franz Stephan. 7:30 p.m.: Election of the "7 Valleys" Beauty Queen. Music by the "Weiß-Blaue Siebentäler" 30 July: 2:30 p.m.: Reduced fares until 6 p.m. hrs for all fest tent visitors!8 p.m.: Fun beer-tent music by the "Münchner Gschichten." 31 July: 2 p.m.: Fest-tent music with the "Kolpingkapelle Töging" 7:30 p.m.: A great evening with music by the "Gipfelstürmer." 1 Aug: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Family afternoon with half-price fares. 6:30 p.m.: Dance to the music of "Band 5:2." 2 Aug: 1:30 p.m.: Children's afternoon with competitions and games. 7:30 p.m.: Fest comes to an end with "Musikuss". When darkness sets in: brilliant fireworks.
Amberg Bergfest Now - 3 July: The Bergfest originates from a promise of the Amberg residents in 1634. At that time Amberg residents suffered on the plague. Residents promised to Saint Mary to build a church on top of the hill next to Amberg and pilgrim every year to the church, when the plague goes away. First it was just a small chapel with a picture of the Holy Mother Maria until the chapel burned down. The picture of Saint Mary could be rescued and can be seen in the now in the current Mariahilfberg Church dating back to 1679. Food and beverages were provided for all the pilgrims during that time. During the centuries a large fest established next to the church during the week of the pilgrimages. In these days, all the Amberg breweries and butchers spoil the pilgrims and visitors with their great tasty products. But the original purpose of the Bergfest is still going on with countless services and thousands of pilgrims coming to the Amberg Bergfest every year. For more, www.mariahilfbergfest.de/.
400th City Anniversary celebrated with Medieval Fest at Betzenstein 1-3 July: For more, www.betzenstein.de/ and www.betzenstein.de/archiv-2011/historisches-fest.html.
Vilseck Vorstadtfest (between the two tower gates) 2 July: 5 p.m.
Kirwa at Gressenwoehr (next to Vilseck) 2 - 4 July: Kirwa fests are local events celebrating the anniversary of the town church. Traditional dances with Dirndl and Lederhosen will be performed on Sunday afternoon. Great event for the entire family.
Beach Volleyball Tournament: "Sandpokalturnier" 2 & 3 July: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., in 92242 Hirschau, Freizeitpark Monte Kaolino (only GE), Wolfgang-Droßbach-Straße 113 (ca. 14 km / 9 miles SE of Vilseck). More info and photos from last year’s tournament on their Homepage.
"Sonntagsserenade" Outdoor Concert with "Big Band Vilseck" 3 July: 7 p.m. at Amberg Maltesergarten, Malteserplatz, 92224 Amberg.
Children’s party at the DFB Soccer Badge, Eschenbach 3 July: This is a popular party for young children and adolescents with a variety of events, games food and drink at the sports ground Sommerleitenweg, 2 – 6 p.m.
The Regensburger Domspatzen (Regensburg Cathedral Choir) 3 July: in the Parish Church, Herz Jesu (Heart of Jesus) in Weiden, 5 p.m. For tickets: Parish Office: 0961-24707 or Autoteil Junge: 0961-25455 (19,-€, 15,-€, children 10,-€) The Regensburger Domspatzen is the official choir for the liturgical music at St Peter's Cathedral in Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany.
Artisans Market: Künstlermarkt 3 July: 95448 Bayreuth at the historic city center around Maximilianstraße. Arts lovers can find a large variety of hand-crafted works of the highest quality: paintings, graphics, sculptures and more .
Bavarian Jazz Weekend 7 - 10 July: in 93047 Regensburg, various stages in the Altstadt = old city. Around 100 bands will play all styles of Jazz: Dixieland, Blues, Swing as well as Modern, Free Jazz and Drum & Bass. Night owls can enjoy the jam sessions at the "Leerer Beutel" at 10 p.m. This year, the organizers are celebrating the fest's 30th anniversary.
Beach Party 8 July: 8 p.m. - 3 a.m., in 92690 Pressath, "Kiesi-Beach", Böttgerstraße (only the GREEN arrow is correct) (ca. 7 km / 4.5 miles north of Grafenwoehr).
Bavarian-Chinese Summer 8 - 10 July: in 92345 Dietfurt, inner city / Hauptstrasse (ca. 35 km / 22 miles SW of Hohenfels) This weekend, Dietfurt is turning into a Bavarian-Chinese promenade. Culture and delicatessen from both countries will delight the visitors’ hearts. Several bands and many other attractions await you. In addition, there is a big race on Sat. 09 July that will lead the runners through the Altstadt (old town).
European Championship in "Bierfass-Rollen = Beer Keg Pushing" 15 - 17 July: in 92714 Pleystein, Marktplatz (ca. 25 km / 15 miles east of Weiden). This competition of pushing a large empty beer keg is a traditional showdown by brewery staff. Work in breweries has always been very strenuous, which made power and perserverance two of the most important traits of maltsters and master brewers. Since 1930, the annual championship in Bierfass-Rollen (only GE but with gallery) was organized in English Burton-upon-Trent. After it had paused for 50 years, the tradition was rekindled in August 1996 by the brewery in Chodovar (CZ). The rules in short (only GE): Two teams, each consisting of two people, have to run an obstacle course of ca. 400 meters, pushing with sticks an empty wooden keg in front of them. Each keg has a volume of 100 litres (~ 26.5 gallons) and weighs around 52 kg (~ 115 lbs). No participant must touch or push the keg with anything other than the stick.
"Honky Tonk" Pub Festival 16 July: 7 p.m., in 97421 Schweinfurt, various locations / pubs Pay once, and enjoy the multitude of musical styles played in various pubs downtown Schweinfurt: Soul, Funk, Reggae, Salsa, Rock, Folk, Blues and Rock'n'Roll! The Honky Tonk® Festival has made it its goal to support new and local bands as well as the already famous performers. Further information is online (only GE) or at ph 0341-303-7300.
Tollwood Summer Festival Until 17 July: The Tollwood Summer Festival invites music and culture enthusiasts, grown-ups, teens and children to the Olympiapark in Munich, Germany. Within 26 days fascinating theatre groups and performing artists meet amidst the scenery of the colorful, market of ideas, while the sound of music from all over the world pours from the tents. More, here.
Tattoo Fair 16 & 17 July: in 90763 Fürth at the Grüne Halle on Krautheimer Straße 11 (ca. 10 km / 6 miles west of Nürnberg). The Fair (only GE) is open Sat. 11 a.m. - midnight, Sun. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Admission is 10. Euro pp. Over 30 internationally acclaimed tattoo artists will be present and provide competent advice to anyone interested in getting a tattoo there. If you do, you can take part in a tattoo contest. Of course there is also plenty of information about piercings, fashion and much more. Even childcare will be provided so that the parents have time for a stroll! Tattoo Contest: The best tattoos will be awarded in the categories: Best of Crazy, Best of Color, Best of Day (Saturday), Best of Black and Grey, Best of Small, Best of Day (Sunday). Only tattoos that were done at the fair can participate.
Green Night 23 July: in 91522 Ansbach, historical city center. Similar to Nürnberg's Blue Night, Ansbach's Altstadt will be illuminated - only in green light - and many performers and artists will entertain the public.
"Italian Summer" 24 July - 21 Aug: in 92339 Beilngries, city center / Hauptstraße = main road (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). During the "Italian Summer", the whole city of Beilngries honours the Italian life style: for example with numerous concerts with classical and modern Italian music, and specialties from the Italian cuisine and wine cellars. On 20 August, the whole Altstadt = old city will celebrate the "Grande Finale‖ with music, dance and theater performances.
German‑American Kontakt Club Event Calendar for Vilseck Kontakt If you are interested in participating in one of the events, please register with Daniel Koenig or sign up with the Vilseck Kontakt Club at the website by filling out the Mitgliedsantrag. (Member registration form)
Every Friday 7 p.m. Stammtisch at the Clubhouse.
Event Calendar for Grafenwoehr Kontakt More information, Call CIV 09641‑83‑7878, DSN 475‑7878 or email.
Every Monday 7 p.m. Bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center.
Every Wednesday 7 p.m. Stammtisch at the Clubhouse.