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u.S. army garrison–Main Post (grafenwoehr) / Rose Barracks (Vilseck)
COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
Check for updates on community news, information and events at: www.grafenwoehr.army.mil
5 October 2011
Friday, October 7 CYS Services The Edge! is providing youth in grades 1-5 an opportunity to visit a local pumpkin patch and pick out their favorite pumpkin(s) for the upcoming holiday festivities. The trip to the pumpkin patch will be on Friday, October 7 (SCHOOL OUT DAY!), with pickups at the Netzaberg Elementary School (1:45 p.m.) and the Rose Barracks Elementary School (2:20 p.m.). We will return to VES at 5:30 p.m. and NES at 6:10 p.m. The trip costs $15 and includes as many pumpkins each kid can carry out of the patch in one trip! For more information or to enroll, contact Parent Central Services or go online.
Community Highlights Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more
AAFES needs you! Sensing Session at the Exchange Deadline to sign up is 5 Oct. Event takes place 14 Oct: 2 – 3 p.m. The Exchange would like to invite twenty four (24) active duty military spouses on all ranks to attend the first ever Exchange Patriot Family Focus Group at the Grafenwoehr Garrison Headquarters, Bldg. 500. The purpose of the video teleconference (VTC) is to assist the Exchange in enhancing the shopping experience by providing valuable insight and feedback from active duty military spouses. The Dallas team will be lead by the Chief Operation Officer Mike Howard along with AAFES Buyers who are involved in purchasing products for AAFES. Nomination must be submit by 5 Oct. to Gaby Goeppl at GoepplG@aafes.com. Those select will be notified on 7 Oct. The following information must be submitted to be consider, Full Name, Unit, Sponsors Rank, Phone Number and E-mail (if applicable).
The CFC-O Kicks-off 50th Year of Helping People in Need 5 Oct: 11:30 a.m. at the DFAC (Bldg. 101) Main Post Grafenwoehr. You have the opportunity to make a world of difference through the Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas (CFC-O). The CFC-O, which ends on 2 December, is the annual workplace giving campaign for the five overseas combatant commands. The CFC-O, managed by Global Impact, has raised more than $140 million during the past decade, with nearly $14 million going to humanitarian causes last year alone. The CFC-O supports our own military communities. Giving to the CFC-O gives you the ability to donate to causes that impact your life, the lives of your family and friends and even your fellow soldiers. The CFC-O offers contributors the opportunity to improve quality of life in the overseas communities where they live and work by making a donation to Family Support and Youth Programs (FSYP). Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of this effort. Come and join us to at the CFC-O Kick of Ceremony to complete a paper pledge card and eat some cake.
West point call for "Go Army - Beat Navy" spirit videos USMA PAO team requests submissions for the "Go Army-Beat Navy" spirit video. The Army-Navy football classic will meet at FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Saturday, Dec. 10. Submissions will be considered for use on CBS's national broadcast of the game, inside the stadium on the Jumbotron and by the Corps of Cadets at the academy during the ArmyNavy spirit week activities. Videos should be 30 seconds in length on high quality tape such as Sony DVCam. Be sure to identify units and locations; the more action the better. The types of videos sought should be action or theme based as opposed to static or group shots of Soldiers. Please ensure that videos do NOT use any images or music that violates copyright. Mail videos to the West Point Public Affairs Office, Building 600, Taylor Hall, West Point, N.Y., 10996 no later than Tuesday, Nov. 1 for consideration. For more, please contact Frank DeMaro at (845) 938-2006, DSN 688-2006 or email at francis.demaro@usma.edu.
Community is invited to the GES Volksmarch 14 Oct: Groups will begin walking from 9 – 10:30 a.m. Grafenwoehr Elementary School has been participating in this great German-American event for more than 25 years. Students, chaperoning parents, staff and military personnel (172nd with at least 100 soldiers and members of the military police) will be walking off post. The older children (grades 3 -5) will walk the 10 km route while grades 1-2 will opt for 5 km. Both routes travel through and around Grafenwoehr. The kindergarten students will stay on post and walk to Dickhaeuter Lake. To us it is important for the school and community to support our German friends by walking their trail and supporting this great German tradition. Also, at the end of our hike, all will meet in the Jugendheim over Bratwurst and Spezi, chocolate cake and other delicious foods provided by the ladies of the hiking club. The last students will be back at GES at around 1:15 p.m.
USAG Grafenwoehr Military Retiree Appreciation Day 21 Oct: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., Main Post Bldgs. 244 & 475 If you need assistance with pay, records, postal services, legal and customs, if you have questions about benefits or need medical and dental attention, join us at the Retiree Appreciation Day. Additionally, the day is a great way to meet other retirees from your area, make friends, and share survival tactics for living in Germany, Medical Services available from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and include: 1. Immunizations: Tetanus, Shingles, Pneumovax, and Flu
2. Women's health: Mammography (Mobil Mamovan only if there is enough interest). BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. For well woman exam appointments call the USA Health Clinic, Vilseck 09662-83-2882 or DSN 476-2882. State that the appointment is for the Retiree Appreciation Day. 3. Blood pressure checks 4. Blood sugar test (A1C) 5. TRICARE benefits advisor on site 6. Nutrition information 7. Diabetic foot screening 8. Order glasses you have a prescription less than one year old 9. Hearing test 10. Medication refill if you have a current prescription 11. Some basic new prescriptions for acute issue i.e sinusitis, allergies (No new long term medications) 12. Basic eye exams with new glasses prescription. Follow-up appointments can be made for dilation. Dental Services include: 1. Exams, 2. Cleanings 3. Oral Cancer Screenings exams. For more, call the USAG Grafenwoehr Retirement Service Officer DSN 475-8539 / 8709 CIV 09641-83-8539.
USAG Grafenwoehr Fall Cleanup 24 – 28 Oct: Main Post Grafenwoehr and Rose Barracks military community members, to include off-post housing areas, will participate in the 2011 Fall Clean Up to improve the appearance of our community facilities, clean our areas of responsibility, and prepare for the upcoming winter. Fall Cleanup is Everyone’s Responsibility: All Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members will participate. This applies whether you live in government or government-leased quarters, as well as at the work place. Areas of concentrated emphasis are homes, work places, and designated common areas Please help make this the best place to live and serve in Germany by sorting your trash and keeping our area neat and clean. 24 – 25 Oct: Housing areas and Soldiers’ quarters. Maximum participation of housing occupants is necessary to successfully execute this program. Soldiers will report to their Area/Building Coordinators to receive specific instructions for clean up. Sponsoring Units will also participate in their respective areas. Focus will be on the entire building (basements, washrooms, storage rooms, etc.) and a 50 foot perimeter around the buildings and the common areas. End state is a complete cleaning of housing buildings, common areas, and grounds. 26 – 28 Oct: This is time for units, support agencies, and commercial establishments to clean their areas of responsibility. All agencies occupying facilities are required to participate in cleanup efforts. The Rose Barracks recycling center will be open 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. during this time. The Self Help Store will have tools and equipment available. Special materials required should be obtained from Self Help Store NLT 1-week prior to the Fall Cleanup (paint, topsoil, beauty bark, etc). Units will be able to pick up any required equipment NLT 7 Oct 11. All checked out equipment must be returned to Self Help Store NLT 1 week after scheduled cleanup. Bulk Trash Pickup for the On-Post Housing, will take place on (Tuesday) 26 Oct 11 for Grafenwoehr & Rose Barracks. Bulk Trash Pickup for Troop Barracks, will take place on (Wednesday) 26 Oct 11 for Grafenwoehr & Rose Barracks. Rose Barracks place items curbside; at designated locations (signs will be posted). Main Post Grafenwoehr place items next to recycling centers. Items to be picked up are as follows: Furniture, mattresses, carpets, washing machines, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, large TVs, ovens, stoves, bicycles, etc., and other items that cannot be dismantled, torn or broken down to a size that would fit. Refrigerators and freezers must be handled and placed with care so that the cooling coils will not get damaged. No material should be set out before Oct 21 or after 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct 26. Pick-ups will be performed in three steps, please stack separated: 1. All metal items /like washers, dryers, bicycles, etc. 2. All other material /like mattresses, carpets, furniture, etc. 3. All leaves, green waste should be placed in Baskets/Containers or placed in clear trash bags so that the worker know it’s leaves and not refuse. Items that would fit in a normal car’s trunk, like microwaves, vacuum cleaners, computer- and stereo components, small TVs, etc. should be brought to the Grafenwoehr Landfill individually by the owner. The Grafenwoehr Recycling Center is located on the Tank Trail towards Vilseck across from range 118. Rose Barracks Recycling Center is located on Wilbur Road just before CIF Bldg V102. Many items will not be collected including:
Normal refuse and recyclable material (cardboard, paper, cans, glass, plastics, etc.) => individual bins – excess please take to Community Recycling Center! Hazardous waste like batteries, oil, antifreeze, paint, cleaners, solvents, etc. => DPW Self Help Store (Bldg.394) Wrecked cars, car parts, motorcycles, engine parts, etc. => Take to separate container at Auto Craft Shop! For more, please contact your building or area coordinator, or call Grafenwoehr SORT Program DPW-O&M-UT, DSN 475-6664, CIV 09641-83-6664. 26 & 28 Oct: HAZMAT Turn-In Days: Hazardous Material Management Program, Turn-in of Unwanted Hazardous Material. Main Post, Bldg. G332A (Inside Bulk POL Yard), 8 a.m. – noon. Provides military units, organizations and agencies the opportunity to turn-in unwanted, excess or expired hazardous material in unopened containers in support of Garrison Fall Clean-Up activities. For more, DSN 476-2512.
USAG Grafenwoehr Trick-or-Treat hours Monday, 31 Oct: 5 – 7 p.m. Please avoid driving in housing areas during this time. Look for Soldiers of your housing areas sponsoring units passing out Safety Light Sticks from 5-7 p.m. in the following housing areas: Netzaberg - Bus stop adjacent Steinway Strasse, Elvis Presley Strasse - Haager Strasse Rose Barracks - Walkway between Rio Grande and Mississippi Parking Lot Adjacent, SAS Walkway Adjacent Mt. Vernon and Soldier Rd. Main Post - Intersection of Wilbur St and Argonne St., Argonne St. adjacent Bldg. 271. Safety tips for all: * All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. * Escorts should conduct themselves in a safe and orderly fashion * Residents in leased or economy housing are encouraged to escort their children to the nearest military housing area to participate. * Trick-or-treaters are required to use flashlights or battery-operated lanterns – the practice of carrying burning candles is prohibited! * Escorts should wear light-colored or reflective-type clothing. * All motorists are reminded to drive with extreme caution. Most of the Halloween costumes are dark in color and difficult to see. In addition, Halloween masks often limit the child’s vision. * Trick-or-treaters are encouraged to go to residences and stairwells that are well-lit. Residents who are participating should ensure that their porches or stairwell entrances are well-lit and kept free of obstacles – plan to present candy at the stairwell entrances. Safety tips for kids: Cross only at corners. Never cross between parked cars. Walk facing oncoming traffic if there is no sidewalk. Always remove masks before crossing streets. Beware of cars turning into or backing out of driveways. Never go into a stranger’s house. Safety tips for adults: Know the route your children will be taking. Make sure children are accompanied by an adult. Know what other activities a child may be attending, such as parties. Set time limits on when children should return home. Explain to children the difference between tricks and vandalism. Instruct children not to eat treats until they return home and parents have had a chance to inspect those treats. Have a safe and happy Halloween!
Best Junior Officer Competition 14 – 18 Nov: The U.S. Army in Europe is hosting a Best Junior Officer competition at the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Officers, grades 01-03, can compete in a grueling, three-day, scenario-driven competition testing warrior-task and drills and common-leader combat skills, including day and night land navigation, patrolling, small arms qualifications and medical evacuation. Officers interested in competing should contact their unit leadership for nomination or see their Brigade Operations officer for more information.
AFN Bavaria/The Exchange Photo Contest Share your photos of Bavaria with us on the AFN Bavaria Facebook page. Post pictures you take of places you’ve visited, or people you’ve met in Bavaria and you can win! Monthly winners will win a $25 Exchange Gift Card. The grand prize winner who takes the photo of the year will win a $100 gift card toward a new digital camera. Contest Rules: -Photos may be uploaded to our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/afnbavaria) at anytime. -Winners will be selected based on the number of likes their photo receives from our Facebook fans. -Monthly winners will be selected no later than the end of the first week of the month. -Monthly winners will automatically be entered into the photo of the year competition. No additional submissions will be accepted.
-Only one photo entry will be accepted per person during contest month; however, you can resubmit the same photo the following month, if it has not already won. The exception is the photo of the year contest. The grand prize winner will be selected no later than the end of January. -Photos must be suitable for sharing in a public forum (G rated). -AFN reserves the right to re-publish your photo for use within the contest or for promotional purposes. -By submitting a photo you are verifying that it is a photo you took. -Prizes will be provided by The Exchange.
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 0966283-114, 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. Check out the latest and greatest ACS E-Newsletter by visiting http://issuu.com/USAG_Grafenwoehr_ACS/docs/september_october_acs_enewsletter
ACS QR CODE If you have a Smartphone or iPhone, download a QR decoder app. Take a snapshot of the code with your phone, and the code automatically direct you to the ACS section of the Garrison webpage. A quick and easy way to access our information and that of the USAG Grafenwoehr Garrison.
Father & Son Free Pancake Dinner 28 Oct: 6-8 p.m., Rose Barracks Chapel. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and your ACS is inviting all fathers and their sons for a free of charge pancake dinner! Learn about domestic violence prevention and how you can become the positive example for your son! Please make your reservation by contacting ACS at DSN 476-2650 / 475-8371 or CIV 09662-83-2650 / 09641-83-8371.
Models needed for the “Dress for less to Impress” 22 Nov: 10 a.m. – noon, Rose Barracks, Bldg 322 ACS is hosting an educational fashion show to teach you how to dress for success when on a budget. Your Financial and Employment Readiness will be on the spot to assist you in ensuring you get the latest trends in the workforce and how to balance work clothes and money. MODEL SEARCH: ACS is seeking for 10 females and 4 males, ages 18 and above, of all shapes and sizes! Deadline for submission is 26 Oct by emailing Rhani.ellis@eur.army.mil or graf.acs@eur.army.mil. For details, please call DSN 476-2650/ 475-8371 or CIV 09662-83-2650 / 09641-83-8371.
ACS Readiness, classes Employment Readiness 5, 1, 7, 9, 24, 26 & 31 Oct: GED Preparation Class, 10-11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks Chapel Annex. 4 Oct: Career Exploration, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 5 Oct: NON-US Citizen Program, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 17 Oct: Resume Writing & USA Staffing Class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 18 Oct: Resume Writing & USA Staffing Class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Main Post Chapel, bldg 140. 25 Oct: Interview Skills, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Main Post Chapel, Bldg 140.
Financial Readiness Investing Forum, Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322: 11 Oct, noon-3 p.m. Learn all about investing, share the information, tips and advice. Protect your financial future by learning more about investing! Your Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) will be on the spot to answer any question you may have. For more information call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-832650, or email graf.acs@eur.army.mil 5 Oct: Home Buying Seminar, 5:30-7 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 19 Oct: Checking Account Maintenance, 1-2 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322. 24 Oct: Money Management, 1-3 p.m., ACS Rose Barracks, Bldg 322.
Relocation Readiness- English as a Second Language Every Tuesday at Main Post Chapel & every Thursday at Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322: 10 a.m.-noon. This class is for Spouses of active duty military, retirees and civilians whose native language is other than English. This class is free of charge and ongoing. Learn and embrace the American culture by starting with the language and meet new friends! For more information call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650, or email graf.acs@eur.army.mil 18 Oct: Civilian Sponsorship Program, 9-10 a.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. Be the best civilian sponsor and make your peer’s experience a positive one. Please pre-register as slots are limited by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650, or email graf.acs@eur.army.mil 19 Oct: International Spouses: Immigration & Citizenship Workshop, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 28 Oct: Lunch Bunch: discovering Amberg markets, cheese factory and more! 10 a.m.-2 p.m., meeting point is 10 a.m. at Rose Barracks ACS, bldg 322. Please bring enough Euro for your lunch. 28 Oct: Welcome to Bavaria Level II: Discover Nurnberg, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., (meet and drop off is at Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322).
Mobilization and Deployment 11 Oct: POC Training, 10-11:30 a.m., Main Post Chapel Annex. 14 Oct: POC Training, noon-1 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 19 Oct: FRG F.U.N. (Fun, Unite, Network) Workshop, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322.
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Have questions? Email EFMP directly. 11 Oct: Respite Care Provider Training, 3-4:30 p.m., Main Post, Bldg 244, Room 219. 13 Oct: EFMP Movie Bash: Dolphin Tale, 4-6 p.m., Rose Barracks Movie Theater. 20 Oct: EFMP Free Bowling, 4-6 p.m., Main Post Bowling Center. 27 Oct: EFMP Cooperative Lunch Hour, noon-1 p.m., Main Post, Bldg 244, Room 219.
New Parent Support Program Infant Massage 7, 14, 21 & 28 Oct: 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. 6 Oct: 5-6 p.m., Rose Barracks Child Development Center (CDC). Infant Massage is available also in the evenings; please pre-register by calling the Rose Barracks CSC at DSN 476-2651 or CIV 09662-83-2651. Space is limited.
Great Expectations & PreNatal Yoga 7, 14, 21 & 28 Oct, 4 Nov: 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: 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 2 Tuesday of every other month: Visit Amberg, meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Weiden hospital lobby. st 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.
Love & Logic for parents with children ages 0 through 6 5, 12, 19 & 26 Oct, 12:30-2 p.m., Main Post Chapel Annex This is a 5 session class where parents can learn how to discipline, communicate, and establish positive boundaries with their children. This class is free of charge and ACS offers childcare.
Love & Logic for parents with children ages 7 through 12 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nov, 7 & 14 Dec: 12:30-2 p.m., Main Post Chapel Annex This is a 7 session class where parents can learn how to discipline, communicate, and establish positive boundaries with their children. This class is free of charge and ACS offers childcare.
Army Family Action Plan WE WANT YOU! We are seeking volunteers to be part of the conference and have positions such as delegates, transcribers, facilitators and much more! You have the opportunity to make changes to better the quality of life! Submit your issues by sending an email (include what the issue is, who it affects, and what solution you may have to the issue), by visiting http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/afap or call AFAP at DSN 476-2237 or CIV 09662-83-2237.
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.
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 Learn over Lunch with the AVC! Get together with your Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator during lunch time! Get hands-on experience on how to navigate the Volunteer system, uploading files, entering awards and much more! All classes are located at the AVC office, Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 207. 11 Oct: VMIS Navigation & Registration, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 25 Oct: Uploading Files & Entering Awards in VMIS, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Army Volunteer Corps Becoming a volunteer is easy and fun! Meet new people, network, gain experience and support your community. Volunteers are the heart of every military community. If you are interested in volunteering and for more information please contact your Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator, located on Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 207. 19 Oct: VMIS & OPOC Training, 9 -11 a.m.
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.
Sports, Fitness, Hobbies & Recreation Child, Youth and School Services – CYSS New Hourly Childcare Center Opens 1 Oct: Bldg. 260 on Main Post. Hourly care is also available at Rose Barracks CDC, SACs, FCC Homes and Kids on Site locations. Limited hourly care is available at Netzaberg CDC as space is available. Call Parent Central
Services to register or reserve hourly care online at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil
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.
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. Oct 5
7 p.m.
Winnie The Pooh (G)
7 p.m.
Friends With Benefits (R)
Thurs. Oct 6
7 p.m.
Friends With Benefits (R)
7 p.m.
Winnie The Pooh (G)
Fri. Oct 7
6:30 p.m.
Sat. Oct 8 Sun. Oct 9
9:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Captain America: The First Avenger (PG-13)
6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
The Hangover 2 (R)
Dolphin Tale (PG) Captain America: The First Avenger (PG-13)
Crazy, Stupid, Love (PG-13)
4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Dolphin Tale (PG)
Dolphin Tale (PG) Mr. Pooper’s Penguins (PG)
4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Cars 2 (G)
Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Strange Tides (PG-13) Harry Potter And The Deathly Hollows Pt. 2Ch (PG-13)
7 p.m.
The Hangover 2 (R)
7 p.m.
Dolphin Tale (PG)
Crazy, Stupid, Love (PG-13) Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Strange Tides (PG-13)
Wed. Oct 12
7 p.m.
Thurs. Oct 13
7 p.m.
Fri. Oct 14
6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Sat. Oct 15
4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Sun. Oct 16
4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Dolphin Tale (PG) What’s You Number (R) Cowboys & Aliens (PG-13) The Change-Up (R) Hoodwinked Too! Hood Vs. Evil (PG) What’s Your Number (R)
6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Cowboys & Aliens (PG-13) The Change-Up (R)
7 p.m.
What’s Your Number (R)
4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) Cowboys & Aliens (PG-13)
October Daytrips with Leisure Travel Services Prague 8 Oct: Berlin 9 Oct: Dachau & The Munich National Museum 16 Oct: Chiemsee Castle 16 Oct: Lauenstein Chocolate & Kronach Castle 22 Oct: Black Forest 23 Oct: Playmobil Park 23 Oct: Rothenburg 28 Oct: Halloween in The Frankenstein Castle (14 years or older only). 29 Oct: Dresden. 30 Oct: 2 Castle Upcoming Overnight Trip: Spa Weekend in Austria 16-18 Oct. Please note: Daytrips get confirmed or cancelled a few days prior to departure. Contact us by phone, DSN 475-7402 or go online to see the status. Ask for our BONUS CARD: One FREE Daytrip if you take 5 daytrips with us.
Hiking with Outdoor Recreation - Klettersteig in the Hirschbach Valley 14 Oct: 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 Hirschbach Valley. The Hohengluecksteig
Klettersteig has various routes guaranteed to satisfy all types of participants. From calm to extreme, a Klettersteig adventure can be customized to meet your desires. For more, DSN 475-7402 or online.
Crown Jewel Bazaar 14-16 Oct: Be Treated Like Royalty and Save a Fortune Once again, the Grafenwoehr and Vilseck Community and Spouses’s Clubs present the Crown Jewel Bazaar featuring over 50 of Europe’s Finest Vendors offering English Fine China, Rugs, Wines and Cheeses, Antique and Custom-made Furniture, Bavarian Clothing, Italian Porcelain, Polish Pottery, Tapestries and Much More! Bazaar is held at the Multi Purpose Center, Bldg 134 on Rose Barracks (Vilseck). Grand Opening takes place Friday, 14 Oct. at 11 a.m. and bazaar will be open until 7 p.m. that day. The Opening Hours for Saturday, 15 Oct. are 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and on Sunday, 16 Oct. you can shop from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Bazaar is open to all Military ID card holders. Visa, MasterCard, American Express, cash and checks accepted. Sorry, no strollers. Event sponsored by: BMW, AFSPA, USAA - no federal endorsement implied.
3rd Annual Halloween Extravaganza 15 Oct: At Big Mike Lake on Rose Barracks, 4 – 7 p.m. This event will be full of family fun featuring a costume contest for all ages, a raffle, games, foods, a cake walk and a bounce house. Open to all. Sponsored by the Cougar Foundation.
Trip to nearby Pumpkin Patch 22 Oct: Leisure Travel Services/Outdoor Recreation is offering a trip to a pumpkin patch near Amberg. The departure will be 9:30 a.m. from Rose Barracks and 10 a.m. from Main Post. The cost is $15 per person. Call DSN 475-7402, CIV 09641-83-7402 for details or stop by Bldg. 547 on Main Post to sign up. Sign up also available online.
RSS 2CR FRG presents “The Scariest Haunted House in Germany” 21, 22, 28 & 29 Oct: 7-11 p.m. Walk the haunted depths of terror on Vilseck – Rose Barracks Bldg. 726. If you dare to challenge fate and survive you will be rewarded.
Vilseck Rugby Club Looking for Players The Vilseck RC is a Rugby Union Club that competes in the Bavarian Verbands League against other local national teams. The team is primarily 2 SCR Soldiers, a few civilians and local national players. For more info about the Vilseck RC email or call Joseph Duran at CIV 0160-6643533. They are always looking for new talent.
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.
Artists & Crafters Wanted 5 Nov: The Vilseck Community and Spouses Club (VCSC) is hosting a Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair on Saturday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Multi-Purpose Center, Rose Barracks Bldg 14. Spaces are limited and cost $20.00 each. For more or vendor application email.
Bowling Center News 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! 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.
Framing Classes are back at Arts & Crafts Framing Classes begin in October at Main Post Arts & Crafts. 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.
Java Cafe's Monthly Drink Specials October: White Chocolate Chai Tea- Mix a little white chocolate with your Chai Tea and taste the Spice! November: Hot Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate - Just like Starbucks! - This is a new drink using Starbucks ingredients and their original recipe December: Peppermint Mocha - Mint up your Mocha with a little holiday peppermint syrup! and …October 31: Halloween - 1/2 price all candy drinks.
Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Shop Happy Halloween! Bring your gently used items to Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop, Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks. The October sale is buy any purple tag item, and get another free. Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tues, Wed &Thurs. Open Sept. 10. For more, DSN 476-2649, CIV 09662-83-2649 or email. Volunteers and donations are always welcome!
Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop, something for everyone Are you new to the community or just looking to find that one special item? Come and visit the Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop. PCSing, ETSing, Deploying, Retiring, or simply want to get rid of your unwanted clutter, help the community by donating your items to the Thrift Shop. Volunteers and donations are always welcome and appreciated! Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop located on Main Post at Bldg. 508 Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thursdays 2-6 p.m., 1st Saturday of the month 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Consignments, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. CIV 09641-9260377.
MWRLink – your community connection Times are changing and so is the MWR magazine. The Bavarian-American Quarterly Magazine discontinued and a new, quarterly MWR magazine will be on the streets by Oct. 1. We are very interested what our customers have to say about the new look. Digital versions are available on www.grafenwoehrmwr.com. Please give us your feedback! Send an email to grafmwr.marketing@eur.army.mil or leave a comment on here.
Adult Education / Training Army Mentorship Program Program helps Soldiers with professional development The Army Mentorship Program is a voluntary, web-based program that promotes mentorship by linking mentors and mentees and providing training videos and literature that teaches the concepts of mentorship. Army mentorship is the voluntary and developmental relationship that exists between a person of greater experience and a person of lesser experience that is characterized by mutual trust and respect. Studies have shown that mentoring relationships can help individuals with personal and professional growth by improving their leadership and interpersonal and technical skills.
UMUC Europe Fall 2011 Registration, Field Study, and Financial Aid University of Maryland University College Europe (UMUC Europe) announces registration for Fall 2011 Session 2. Registration for on-site and online courses is available now through 23 October with classes beginning on 24 October. For the complete undergraduate and graduate academic calendar, go to www.ed.umuc.edu/calendars. Field study courses give students the opportunity to explore fascinating locations in Europe while earning university credit. Upcoming field study courses include ENGL 288L/388L Expatriate Writers in Paris: 1920s, held on 7-14 January 2012 in France, and ARTH 199G/489G Renaissance Art in Florence, held on 7-14 January in Italy. The registration deadline for both courses is 16 December. For details, visit www.ed.umuc.edu/fieldstudy. Students are encouraged to explore the many financial aid options available through UMUC Europe including scholarships, grants, and book awards: http://www.ed.umuc.edu/financial_aid. For more information on registration, field study, financial aid, and UMUC services, contact a local UMUC Europe field representative, visit www.ed.umuc.edu, or contact UMUC at DSN 314-370-6762 or CIV +49-(0)6221-3780.
ARIMS Training at Grafenwoehr Digital Training Facility 5 & 6 Oct: ARIMS (Army Records Information Management System) training will be conducted at the Grafenwoehr Digital Training Facility 5 Oct. from 12:30 – 5 p.m. and 6 Oct from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Bldg. 3144 (Camp Normandy). Personnel should pick one training session. Target audience is USAREUR personnel who currently manage or will manage their organization's hard copy and electronic records. The training was requested by 172nd INF BDE but is open
to all on a space available basis. Seating is limited. Every Army organization is mandated to use ARIMS as their recordkeeping system. POC: Ms. Lorna D. Martin Gross, USAREUR Records Administrator, HQ USAREUR G6, IT R&A DSN 370-8804, CIV 06221-57-8804
Food Handlers course 11 Oct., 7 Nov., 2 Dec: Rose Barracks Education Center, Bldg. 223, Room 1.3, 11:30 a.m. A food safety class required for food service personnel who prepare or serve food to the public within the graf/vilseck community. Certification is intended for individuals involved in fund raising food sales such as, boss, FRG, clubs or bazaars, and also to CYS personnel such as CYPA’s. The class may also supplement required refresher training for regular food service employees. Class is free, lasts approx. 1 hour, and registration is not required. For more, Sgt. Thompson, DSN: 476-2041/2138, CIV 0152-29587133, email.
Interactive Customer Evaluation training 20 Oct. & 18 Nov: ICE training will be located on Camp Normandy Distant Learning Center Bldg. 3144. Training sessions are 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. For more, DSN 475-6034.
FAST Classes 24 Oct - 4 Nov: Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center, Bldg. 223, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. 24 Oct - 4 Nov: Main Post (Grafenwoehr) Education Center, Bldg. 538, 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.
Central Texas College Term 2 Class Dates 24 Oct-16 Dec: Registration going on now for Term 2 Face to Face Votech classes begins on 24 October for Vilseck Rose Barracks and Grafenwoehr Main Post. Vilseck Rose Barracks Grafenwoehr Main Post AUMT 1410Automotive Brake Systems CJSA 1327 Fundamentals of Criminal Law CDEC 2307 Math & Science for Early Childhood The October and November Distance Learning Schedules are NOW available. Take classes in the Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional Training Program. Earn your Associates Degree while living in Europe with onsite classes in Automotive Mechanic Technician; Criminal Justice or Early Childhood Development More info: CTC Field Representative Vilseck Rose Barracks / Grafenwoehr Main Post: Katherine Porter DSN 476-2362 / CIV 09662832362 or (Grafenwoehr Main Post) DSN 475-6702 / CIV 09641836702.
Quarterly TARP, SETA, OPSEC, and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Training 30 Nov: Main Post, Tower Theater, Bldg. 620. 10:30-11:30 a.m. (LN employees), 1:30 – 4 p.m. (US employees). 1 Dec: Rose Barracks, Post Theater, Bldg. 354. 9 – 11:30 a.m. (US employees), 1:30 – 2:3- p.m. (LN employees). 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), Security Education Training Awareness (SETA), Operation Security (OPSEC), and Antiterrorism Level 1 Refresher Training. 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.
University of Phoenix University of Phoenix is honored to serve military service members stationed in Europe by offering both MBA and Master of Arts in Education degree programs at several on-base locations near you. Classes meet one night a week. We are currently enrolling for our September semester. Get started today by visiting www.phoenix.edu/militaryeurope or by calling, Fe Gehrels at DSN 475-6712 or CIV 09641-83-6712.
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. For more, Area Site Director Benjamin Griffin DSN 476-2069 or DSN 475-7079 email.
Religious Yom Kippur Services 7 Oct: 6:15 p.m., 8 Oct: 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., followed by break-fast, Main Post Chapel. Come worship and fellowship with the Jewish community For more and to RSVP, contact DSN 475-9882/9883, CIV 09641-83-9882/9883 or email.
Single Women’s trip to visit three of Bavaria’s famous castles 8 - 9 Oct: Single Women’s trip to visit three of Bavaria’s famous castles. Tour the beautiful palaces and gardens of Linderhof, Neuschwanstein, and Hohenschwangau.Cost is 100 Euros, which includes all transportation, guided tours, hotel and breakfast. Sign up by Oct 4; space is limited. Sponsored by the Garrison Chaplain’s Office. For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Laurel Hoyt 0151-14991395; email.
English Mass in Kemnath 15 Oct: 7 p.m. at the Parish Church in Kemnath followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. Please come join the Catholic Community in Kemnath in celebrating Mass and Fellowship. For more info contact CIV 09641-7033465, Cell 0177-360-0337 or email.
Fellowship, Food, and Faith Thursdays: The Military Council of Catholic Women (MCCW) would like to invite all women in the Vilseck and Grafenwoehr areas to join us for fellowship, food, and faith sharing every Thursday morning in the Rose Barracks chapel complex, Bldg. 205, beginning at 9 a.m. with breakfast. Fellowships follows with the Rosary at 9:30 a.m., Bible Study at 10 a.m., closing prayer at 11:40 a.m. and mass at 12:05 p.m. Free child care is provided. Join us for all or part of these faithfilled mornings. Please email Erin Kelley for more information.
New Orthodox Worship Service, Monthly on first and last Sundays Christian Orthodox worship services will take place at 8:30 a.m. on the first and last Sundays of each month at Rose Barracks in the small chapel. For more, contact DSN 476-1570, CIV 09662-83-1570.
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 Flu Vaccination for Family Members, DoD Civilians Vilseck Health Clinic is now offering the Flu Vaccination to all beneficiaries Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
Skip Lines at Grafenwoehr Pharmacy Patients who use the MANDATORY Call-in Refill System to order their medication refills may now bypass taking a number and head straight to the pharmacy window, virtually eliminating wait times. Refills can be called in via local phone at 06371-865601, DSN: 486-5601, or online at www.tricareonline.com. Prescriptions may be picked up after 0900 the day after it is called in. Patients who do not use the MANDATORY Call-in Refill System and just show up to get refills must take a number, wait for their number to be called, and wait again for the refill to be processed.
If you pick up your medications at any pharmacy other than Grafenwoehr, it is advised to call them first to find out if they also have a ―skip line‖ program.
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.
Main Post Health Clinic, New SICK CALL Hours Currently effective: 7 – 9 a.m. Active duty must have Sick Call Slip DD 689. Sick Call is NOT for: profile updates, periodic health assessments, predeployment processes, physicals, making other medical appointments or any other non-acute. warriors with non-acute conditions will be returned to their unit. TRICARE Prime Enrollees: Phone lines open at 7:30 a.m. If Sick Call appointments are still available by this time, community acute appointments will be booked at that time Kiosk opens at 8 a.m., regular appointments begin at 9 a.m. Specialty clinics open at 8 a.m. If you are discharged from an ER or Hospital visit please come to Sick Call Appointments can be made via the appointment line (475-7152) or in person at the Grafenwoehr Health Clinic.
Do you need a mammogram? 21 Oct: In conjunction with the Retiree Appreciation Day (RAD), the Grafenwoehr Health Clinic is providing a free mobile mammogram service in Main Post Bldg 475. This is a limited service so please call as soon as possible to schedule your appointment. Please call 09662-83-2882 for an appointment ***TRICARE is pre-approved and 3rd party insurance will be accepted by the mammogram service"
Tobacco Cessation Classes At the Vilseck Health Clinic 1 Nov. For more, please contact the Clinic Community Health Nurse at Civilian: 09662-83-2882 or DSN: 476-2882.
Metabolic Testing and Nutrition Education Metabolic testing is available to assess daily caloric needs. The test measures how many calories you burn and then calculates how many you should eat. It is the key to knowing precisely what your body needs for effective weight management. The test is followed up by a course in basic nutrition, reading labels, weight management, and eating to your metabolism. Fitness Assessments: Fitness testing and counseling are available at the Army Wellness Center. State of the art equipment is used to assess flexibility, muscular strength, cardio-respiratory fitness levels, and body composition. In conjunction with fitness testing, patients receive a comprehensive report that shows current fitness levels and education and individualized exercise counseling on how to meet their specific goals. These services are available Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., appointment is required. Call 476-4795 or 09662-83-4795 or email.
Facility & Road / Construction / Closures Hohenfels Schmidmuehlen Gate Closure 5-24 Oct: Due to a 173rd Brigade rotation, the Schmidmuehlen gate to USAG Hohenfels will be closed. Gate 1 will be the alternate entrance for POV traffic: go through Schmidmuehlen to Rohrbach (app. 7 km) and then follow directions to Hohenfels to arrive at Gate 1.
Rose Barracks – Access 2nd Cavalry Ave and Regulars Road In front of Bldg 371/372 Change of traffic routing due to road construction: 4 – 7 Oct: Regulars Road within this area limited to one lane only. Please, watch out for oncoming traffic.
Detour signs will be posted.
Rose Barracks Fitness Center, closure of activity 10 Oct: The Fitness Center located at Rose Barracks Bldg. 323 will be closed on this day due to ventilation system work. The facility will resume its normal operation hours on Oct. 11, 5:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Road construction across from the bank – one direction only Now – 12 Oct: Construction of a new walk-way in front of Main Post Bldg. 106 (across from the bank) to limit traffic to one direction and only allow oncoming traffic from the new traffic circle or the JMTC HQ. Traffic going the opposite direction coming from the Community Mailroom/Chapel Area to get to the JMTC HQ or the new traffic circle via Gettysburg Ave will not be possible. Alternate routes via York Road or via Shiloh Ave in front of the Elementary School.
Longer waits expected at the Main Post Vehicle Registration Office Due to manpower issues, the wait time at the Grafenwoehr Vehicle Registration Office may be longer than normal. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause the community.
School News Driver's Education Program for High School Students IMCOM-Europe is proud to announce the availability of a comprehensive driver's education program for teens in Europe. It is made possible through a collaborative effort and contract with the German National Federation of Driving Instructors (Fahrlehrerverband). Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity for teens! If you wish to enroll, please contact Parent Central Services: Rose Barracks CIV 09662-83-2760, Main Post CIV 0964183-6656 or CYSS Website https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Grafenwoehrcyms.html.
VHS College Fair 5 Oct: 5 to 7 p.m. at the Vilseck High School. Students are invited to peruse through information such as location, population, major programs, admission requirements, athletics, ROTC, financial aid, tuition, student life and housing of various universities and colleges. For more, contact Ann Bruennig at 475-1770 or CIV 09641-83-1770, or email
Grafenwoehr Elementary School 5 Oct: Picture day-schedule will be sent in Grizzly Growler 7 Oct: No School Mandatory teacher training 10 Oct: No School Columbus Day 14 Oct: Volksmarch - All are welcome. See submission under ―community highlights.‖ 28 Oct: STAR Assembly 1:45 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 7 Oct: 10 Oct: 3 Nov: 4 Nov: 11 Nov: 16-17 Nov: 21 Nov:
Students are out for a full day, NO SCHOOL - Teacher Training NO SCHOOL - Columbus Day End of 1st Quarter NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day NO SCHOOL - Veteran's Day NO SCHOOL - Parent Teacher Conferences Awards Ceremony Grades 4-5
VES Vision: Vilseck Expects Success Continuous School Progress Goals: 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.
School Office Hours Mon.‑Fri. 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑Fri. 8:25 a.m. ‑ 2:35 p.m. CIV 09662‑832812 / 832673 DSN 476‑2812/2673
Netzaberg Elementary School 06 Oct: Volksmarch; 8:30a.m. POC: Email 07 Oct: Teacher Training; No school for students. 10 Oct: Columbus Day; No school. 11-15 Oct: School Pictures 14 Oct: Chili Cook-Off; MPR; 5:30p.m. - 7:00p.m.; POC: Email 20 Oct: SAC Meeting; 3:00p.m – 4:00p.m. 24-28 Oct: Red Ribbon Week 28 Oct: Boo Bash/Fall Fest; 5:30p.m.-8:00p.m.; POC: Email st 3 Nov: End of 1 Quarter 4 Nov: Teacher Workday; No school for students. th th 10 Nov: 4 and 5 Grade Awards Assembly; MPR; 8:30a.m.-9:30a.m. 11 Nov: Veteran’s Day; No school. 16-17 Nov: Parent Teacher Conferences; No school for students. Volksmarch: Join us for Netzaberg Elementary School’s 2nd Annual Volksmarch. Our walkers leave from school and wander through the forest on Netzaberg Ridge. We may see signs of deer, fox, wild boar, and even spot the wooden bear! Sure Start - 2nd grade students will complete a 4 kilometer walk, while the 3rd - 5th graders will complete an 8 kilometer walk. Parents are welcome to join us although the trail is not suitable for most strollers. Our walk begins promptly at 8:30a.m., rain or shine, so make sure to bring rain gear. Water stations will be placed throughout the route. Email for more details or to sign up as a volunteer. Parent Volunteers: We need and appreciate all of our parent volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at Netzaberg Elementary School, please contact the school. We welcome your support. POC: Email 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 2016, 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 2016, 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. -.2:35 p.m. CIV 09645-917-9185/9184/9313/DSN 472-9184/9313
Netzaberg Middle School 07 Oct: This is a schedule change. Students will be out of school the whole day. This is a teacher work day. 10 Oct: No School – Columbus Day Federal Holiday Find us on Facebook. Like our page and you will always have access to the most update information about your student’s school. We will also be able to upload photos from the various activities. Month of the Young Adolescent - Netzaberg Middle School, along with middle level schools throughout the U.S. and DoDEA, will celebrate Month of the Young Adolescent (MOYA) in October to draw attention to the unique needs of middle school students. The celebration was created in 1997 by National Middle School Association (NMSA) in collaboration with 31 other national educational, youth, and health organizations. Netzaberg Middle School will be facilitating the following activities/events: Week of 10 OCT: Graffiti Wall- students will have the opportunity to write on a ―graffiti‖ wall- They would be respond to the question, ―If you and your parents switched places for a day, what would be the biggest surprise and the biggest challenge your parent would face while being you for the day?‖ Week of 17 & 24 OCT: Photomontage- Select students (under supervision) will have the opportunity to take pictures (only with school cameras) of peers during lunch, recess, etc. to capture ―what it looks like to be a middle schooler at NMS.‖ Select pictures will then be printed and posted in the form of a ―photomontage.‖
Week of 24 OCT: Red Ribbon Week- Activities throughout the week including culminating in Red Ribbon Assembly. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the United States. Please see facebook and school newsletter for specific activities. 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. All lunch concerns need to be addressed to AAFES. You can also logon to www.odin.aafes.com/nutrition/08/index.html to set up your child’s account. Attendance: If your son/daughter is going to be absent from school – notify us via the attendance mailbox: #NetzabergMSAttendanceStaff@eu.dodea.edu or call the attendance phone line: DSN 472-9233 (CIV 09645 917 9233) the email notification is the preferred method as this gives us an easy to refer to record. School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 7:30 am–4 pm Mon-Fri 7:55 a.m-2:45 pm CIV 09645-917-9232/9233/9229 DSN 472-9232
Vilseck High School 6 Oct: Golf Tournament at Patch 7 Oct: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Training 8 Oct: Football Game at HOME 8 Oct: Volleyball Game at Bamberg 8 Oct: Tennis Game at Ansbach 8 Oct: Cross Country Meet at Ansbach 10 Oct: NO SCHOOL – Columbus Day 3 Nov: End of First Quarter 4 Nov: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Work Day Breast Cancer Awareness & Fundraising VHS is having a ―Dig Pink‖ charity fundraising event, on Saturday, October 22, from 10:00 to 4:00 at the high school campus. It is sponsored by the Vilseck Falcons Volleyball team. Please contact Coach Brian Swenty at 476-2864/09662-83-2864 or e-mail him at brian.swenty@eu.dodea.edu, for more information. Vilseck High School Tutoring services for Students Free after-school tutoring is offered at VHS every Tuesday and Thursday. Student tutors are always needed to help out – all volunteers are eligible for service hours. Be a Mentor If you are interested in volunteering as a mentor at Vilseck High School, please consider working with th th OOPS! (Overcoming Obstacles Pursuing Success). OOPS! is a mentoring program for 9 through 11 grade males, to help them build life skills in the areas of emotional needs, social skills, healthy living, effective communications, and academic needs. The program will take place at Vilseck High School during the seminar period from 1:30 – 3:00 on designated dates. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact: Daniele Massey, 476-2864/0966283-2864 or Danielle.massey@eu.dodea.edu. School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon.‑Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mon.‑Fri. 8:10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CIV 09662‑832864 / Fax 09662-832480 DSN 476‑2864
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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., 08 Oct: - 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden at the Spielvereinigung ("Am Langen Steg" subdivision, near hospital). - 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.: in 90443 Nuremberg at the Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße. - 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., 09 Oct: 8 a.m. - midday: in 92339 Beilngries, Volksfestplatz, Sandstraße (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels).
14 - 16 Oct: 3-Day Flohmarkt, 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., 15 Oct.: - 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., 22 Oct: 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.: in 92224 Amberg at the Dultplatz on Bruno-Hofer-Straße. Sun., 23 Oct: - 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. - 1 p.m.: Flea Market: "Schwabach trempelt" in 91126 Schwabach, around the Königsplatz (ca. 20 km / 12.5 miles south of Nuremberg). Children have their own flea market in Bachgasse. Sat., 29 Oct: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in Raigering on the outskirts of 92224 Amberg, car park at the ―Sterk‖ brewery, Hofmark 2
Registration begins for a German Class Current: in 95478 Kemnath, Realschule (German school), Schulplatz 4 / use the 'Nordeingang (northern entrance)' on Goldbergstrasse (ca. 20 km / 12 miles north of Grafenwoehr). Would you like to cope in everyday situations in German? This beginners' course focuses especially on communication. You will also get to know basic structures of German as well as differences in culture and lifestyle. No previous knowledge required. The class was specially designed for English speakers to help making contact with your German neighbors easier; the instructor is a teacher for English and German at the German school "Gymnasium" in Eschenbach. The class starts on Thurs, 6 Oct, 7 - 8:30 p.m., and will be held once a week (every Thursday) for 12 weeks. Cost is 60.- Euros pp, plus 3.- Euros for handouts. Register with the German Evening School "VHS" for class number 1S6004 (you must refer to this class number) via email, or CIV 09631-88-204.
October Fest in Weiden 7 – 9 Oct: Celebrate in the tent at the beer garden of the former Stadtbad, Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 7, 92637 Weiden. Keg tapping is Friday, 6 p.m. Festivities start at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday with a traditional Weisswurst breakfast.
Trade Fair: Mainfranken-Messe Through 9 Oct: in 97082 Wuerzburg, "Talavera" fest site between Mainaustraße and Georg-Eydel-Straße. The largest consumer fair (only GE) in Lower Franconia offers you up-to-date equipment and lots of information.
Pottery Market: Toepfermarkt 8 & 9 Oct: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., in 90403 Nuremberg around the Hauptmarkt. High-quality, beautiful handcrafted wares from around 30 local artisans can be bought at this markt. All vendors are qualified and recognized artists so you will not find any cheaply-made rubbish from Eastern countries here.
Bavarian Zwiebel-Markt (Onion Market), with Hurdy-Gurdy Convention 8 & 9 Oct: in 92339 Beilngries, Altstadt = old city (ca. 45 km / 28 miles SW of Hohenfels). At this onion market, many delicacies made with and from onions will be on offer - try some Zwiebelkuchen (pie), Zwiebelweckerl (Semmel) or Zwiebelsteak and -bratwürste! Absolutely delicious! In addition, there will be music and dance performances as well as old crafts, and children can have fun riding in horse-drawn carriages, face painting, and crafting. Stores in the Altstadt (historical town center) will be open on Sunday 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Meteor Shower 8 & 9 Oct: Peak nights for the Draconids meteor shower (low-rate, around 10 meteors / hr). Viewing tips.
Civil War Weekend 14 - 16 Oct: at the Pullman City Fun Park in 94535 Eging am See, Ruberting 30 (ca. 100 km / 62 miles SE of Regensburg). Historical armour, weapons and uniforms from the1861 - 65 period are on display. At 8:30 p.m., the "Daniel T. Coates Band" will entertain you and have you dancing. The Pullman City Fun Park offers a large variety of non-violent Western activities for the whole family: Western shows, Native American dances, magic shows, and much more; the whole show program is online but only in German.
Opening times: mid-April - 31 Oct., daily from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Admission (only GE): Adults: 13 Euros. Children 4 - 16 years: 7 Euros. Children under 4 if accompanied by their parents: free. Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 16): 29.- Euros. Dogs on a leash: 1.- Euro. Visitors dressed in historical Western costumes (representing ca. 1740 - 1880) get in for free! Outside their opening season you can access the premises for free but there will be no shows or other entertainment.
Lebkuchen-Markt = Gingerbread Market 14 - 23 Oct: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily, in 90403 Nürnberg on Lorenzplatz Located just behind the Lorenzkirche (church), the market is focusing the world-famous Nuremberg Lebkuchen in all its variants. Different producers will offer their delicious gingerbread cookies. Of course you can also buy all the necessary ingredients here, get a few tips, and bake your own gingerbread cookies.
Plant Exchange: Pflanzenboerse 15 Oct: 9:30 a.m. - midday, in 92287 Schmidmühlen at the "Wertstoffhof" = recycling center (ca. 20 km / 12.5 miles NW of Hohenfels). If you have plants at home or in your garden that you need to get rid of, bring them here and swap them for some different plants in return.
Hot-Air Balloon Rides Now through 15 Oct: in 91541 Rothenburg, Tauberwiesen (Detwang subdivision) Hot-air balloons will fly daily if the weather is good. All info on Homepage.
Guided Tour in German 16 Oct: 2 - 4 p.m., in 92265 Edelsfeld (ca. 12 km / 7.5 miles SW of Vilseck). Meet at the car park next to the "Friedhof" = cemetery on Steinlinger Weg. Participation fee is 2 Euros, children 14 or younger are free. Christine van den Assem, your guide, will take you to ancient locations in the forest, to long barrows and old roads long not in use anymore. This tour is not suitable for very young children, baby strollers, or people with mobility problems. Also requires good hiking shoes, no trainers, sandals, slippers.
Open Stores on Sunday All stores in Germany usually remain closed on Sundays and German holidays - but for special dates and occasions, predetermined by local authorities, exceptions are granted. Usually, these "open store" dates coincide with either street market days or some type of citizens fest (such as Volksfest or Bürgerfest). Opening hours differ from city to city but in general, stores open around midday or very early afternoon, and stay open until 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. Sun., 23 Oct: - midday - 5 p.m.: in 97688 Bad Kissingen (ca. 27 km / 17 miles NW of Schweinfurt). Takes place on Rathausplatz and in the whole Innenstadt (inner city). - midday - 5 p.m.: in 96114 Hirschaid, Nürnberger Straße (ca. 15 km / 10 miles SE of Bamberg). In addition, there is a "Bauernmarkt" (farmers market) in front of the Rathaus (town hall), and an exhibition in the Rathaus. - 1 p.m.: in 91126 Schwabach, all around the Königsplatz (ca. 20 km / 12.5 miles south of Nürnberg). - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.: in 92421 Schwandorf, Marktplatz = Market Place, and city center (ca. 45 km / 28 miles north of Regensburg). - no time specified: in 94032 Passau (ca. 120 km / 75 miles SE of Regensburg). Sun., 30 Oct: - 1 p.m. in 91275 Auerbach (ca. 26 km / 16 miles NW of Vilseck). - 1 - 5 p.m.: in 84503 Altoetting, on Kapellplatz / Chapel Square and around the rest of the city center (ca. 132 km / 82 miles SE of Regensburg). - 1 - 6 p.m.: in 63897 Miltenberg, city / town center (ca. 75 km / 47 miles west of Würzburg). - 1 - 6 p.m.: in 97421 Schweinfurt, Stadtmitte = inner city.
Eerily Beautiful Halloween Party 21 Oct - 6 Nov: at Burg Frankenstein (castle) in 64367 Muehltal, An der Alten Burg (Hessen). Yep, Frankenstein Castle really exists, namely in pretty Hessen. Today it is used as a unique Event-Restaurant (only GE). And one of these unique events is the wonderfully gruesome Hallowe'en (only GE). It is thought that one of the castle’s earlier residents, Johann Konrad Dippel, has had a substantial influence on Mary Shelley’s ―Dr. Frankenstein‖ story, with his experiments to bring deceased persons back to life. But regardless if this is true or not, the Burg has become one of Hessen’s main attractions. And what other castle could provide a better location for what is claimed to be ―the best Halloween Party in all of Germany?
Halloween Party 28 & 29 Oct: at the Pullman City Fun Park in 94535 Eging am See, Ruberting 30 (ca. 100 km / 62 miles SE of Regensburg). A lovely little bit of creepiness for the kids, and lots of fun await the visitors today. When night falls, children in costumes are invited to go trick or treating. At 8:30 p.m., the "Cripple Creek Band" will play in the Music Hall. The Pullman City Fun Park offers a large variety of non-violent Western activities for the whole family: Western shows, Native American dances, magic shows, and much more; the whole show program is online but only in German. Opening times: mid-April - 31 Oct., daily from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Admission (only GE): Adults: 13 Euros. Children 4 - 16 years: 7 Euros. Children under 4 if accompanied by their parents: free. Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 16): 29 Euros. Dogs on a leash: 1 Euro. Visitors dressed in historical Western costumes (representing ca. 1740 - 1880) get in for free.
Fair and Volksfest: Herbstmesse 29 Oct. - 6 Nov: midday - 8 p.m. daily, in 91541 Rothenburg, Schrannenplatz Volksfest is held on Schrannenplatz, the trade fair in Schrannenscheune (former barn). The fair is open 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Winterzeit - End of Daylight Savings Time Sun., 30 Oct: It's time again to turn the clocks BACK one hour. Remember: "Spring Forward, Fall Back."
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. Oct. 29 Bus departs from Gate 3, 3:30 p.m. Wine Festival to Escherndorf. All are invited.