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USAG Garmisch Family and MWR Newsletter This Month’s Highlights October 2011 Inside this issue: Feature Articles 2-3 Army Community Service 4-5 Arts and Crafts 6 Child Youth and School Services 7-8 Library 9 Mueller Fitness Center 10-12 Outdoor Recreation 13-14 Calendar and Advertisements 15 Mailer Information 16 Follow us on Facebook and Twitter http://www.facebook.com/pages/GarmischFMWR http://twitter.com/#!/GarmischFMWR Let us know how we are doing at https://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=service_provider_list&site_id=28&service_category_id=15&dep=*DoD OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Created in 2001, the ―Walk a Mile in Her Shoes‖ program started out as a small group of men daring to totter around a park in high heels in order to bring awareness to domestic violence. Today the program has grown to become a world-wide movement with tens of thousands of men raising millions of dollars for local rape crisis centers, domestic violence shelters and other sexualized violence education, prevention and remediation programs. The Garmisch Army Community Service Center staff is partnering with AAFES to schedule our very own ―Walk a Mile in Her Shoes‖ walk. Please check our Face- book page for dates and times. The Army Digital Photography Contest is an annual event that recognizes the talent and creativity of our Soldiers, Army Civilians and Fam- ily members beyond their war-fighting duties. Entries are submitted from Army Installations worldwide to include Soldiers of deployed units. Professional photographer and owner of Photographic Designs Studio, Gary Lott, has served as a judge and states, ―Overall, there were lots of great images submitted. It was obvious that many have a keen eye for the ele- ments that go into making a great image‖. The categories one can enter include: people, military life, nature and landscapes, animals, still life, design elements, digital darkroom and monochrome. Last year Garmisch‘s Sherry Keene Hobbs‘ ―Belly Dancer‖ won in the people category. The date for submissions has been extended to Sunday, October 30. Contact the Crafts Tree staff for more information and assistance in entering. Army Digital Photography Contest ―Sunset by the Weilheimer Hutte‖ by Outdoor Recreation‘s Tom Sheaffer

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Page 1: Garmisch FMWR October 2011

USAG Garmisch Family and MWR Newsletter

This Month’s Highlights October 2011

Inside this issue:

Feature Articles 2-3

Army Community Service 4-5

Arts and Crafts 6

Child Youth and School Services 7-8

Library 9

Mueller Fitness Center 10-12

Outdoor Recreation 13-14

Calendar and Advertisements 15

Mailer Information 16

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter http://www.facebook.com/pages/GarmischFMWR

http://twitter.com/#!/GarmischFMWR

Let us know how we are doing at https://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=service_provider_list&site_id=28&service_category_id=15&dep=*DoD

OCTOBER IS

DOMESTIC

VIOLENCE

AWARENESS

MONTH

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Created in 2001, the ―Walk a Mile in Her Shoes‖ program started

out as a small group of men daring to totter around a park in high

heels in order to bring awareness to domestic violence. Today the

program has grown to become a world-wide movement with tens

of thousands of men raising millions of dollars for local rape crisis

centers, domestic violence shelters and other sexualized

violence education, prevention and remediation programs.

The Garmisch Army Community Service Center staff is partnering

with AAFES to schedule our very own ―Walk a Mile in Her Shoes‖ walk. Please check our Face-

book page for dates and times.

The Army Digital Photography Contest is an

annual event that recognizes the talent and

creativity of our Soldiers, Army Civilians and Fam-

ily members beyond their war-fighting duties.

Entries are submitted from Army Installations

worldwide to include Soldiers of deployed units.

Professional photographer and owner of

Photographic Designs Studio, Gary Lott, has

served as a judge and states, ―Overall, there

were lots of great images submitted. It was

obvious that many have a keen eye for the ele-

ments that go into making a great image‖. The

categories one can enter include: people, military

life, nature and landscapes, animals, still life,

design elements, digital darkroom and

monochrome. Last year Garmisch‘s Sherry Keene

Hobbs‘ ―Belly Dancer‖ won in the people

category.

The date for submissions has been extended to

Sunday, October 30. Contact the Crafts Tree staff

for more information and assistance in entering.

Army Digital Photography Contest

―Sunset by the Weilheimer Hutte‖

by Outdoor Recreation‘s

Tom Sheaffer

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Garmisch Family and MWR October 2011 Newsletter Page 2

The Federal Bureau of Investigation estimates that over two million families are affected by domestic violence in

the United States each year. Other sources say that this number could be as high as six million, since many

incidents go unreported. Clearly, domestic violence is a significant problem often resulting in tragic consequences.

Ending domestic violence begins with increasing our awareness of the problem and supporting victims of violence

in accessing needed resources in order to be safe.

SOME FACTS ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:

Children are involved in 60 percent of domestic violence cases.

More than three million children witness acts of domestic violence each year.

Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women between the ages of

15-44.

One out of every three abused children become an adult abuser or victim.

Victims and abusers are found in every social and economic class, race, religious

group, and sexual orientation.

Factors such as poverty, single-parent households headed by women, and

parents with less than a high school education were found to be more common

among families suffering abuse.

Root Causes of Domestic Violence:

Power and control.

Growing up in a cycle of violence and abuse.

Distorted concept of manhood.

Learn more about the impact and prevalence of domestic violence by visiting the National Domestic Violence Coali-

tion website at: http://www.ncadv.org/takeaction/DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth.php.

Wear a purple ribbon this month to help bring awareness to the issues faced by and to show support for survivors

of domestic abuse and their children.

IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS IN A VIOLENT OR ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP, HERE ARE SOME WAYS YOU CAN HELP:

Really listen to the person‘s story and believe them.

Give them information, not advice. Refer them to domestic abuse services, such as Army Community Service

Family Advocacy Program (DSN: 440-3777) or the Chaplain (DSN: 440-2819).

Assure confidentiality and keep it.

Remember the need for safety. Let them determine the safest plan for themselves and help them put it into

place.

Let the person know that they are not responsible for their partner's actions, but be careful not to overly criti-

cize the abusive partner. This could set the person up to defend their partner or spouse‘s actions.

Assure the person that they have done nothing to deserve the abuse. Interpersonal violence is wrong, and it is

against the law.

Respect and support their ability to make wise decisions.

Take care of yourself. Be a good example of someone with clear personal boundaries.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

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Over the 2011 Labor Day weekend, USAG Garmisch FMWR Outdoor

Recreation and Mueller Fitness Center hosted the Summer Sports

Festival. Overlooking Artillery Kaserne a group of outdoor athletes

began their holiday weekend participating and or watching three

different sporting events hosted at Kean‘s Lodge. With the weather

cooperating, you could feel the intensity in the air as these unique

athletes gathered for their respective events.

The day started with the Mueller Fitness Center‘s Cross-Country

Challenge. Runners navigated the nature trail around Kean‘s Lodge

and along the Losiach River, covering six-kilometers in just under an

hour. The competitiveness of the run reached well beyond our ex-

pectations, local community member, Ben Reed had prior profes-

sional commitments however refused to miss his chance to conquer

the cross country challenge. He got up at 5:00 a.m. and ran the

course! His time was later added to the others. This year‘s winner in

the men‘s division was Alex Denikiewicz and Elen Berry in the

women‘s division.

Next up on the day‘s line up was the 26th Annual Fat Tire Mountain

Bike Race; which was comprised of three separate races allowing

biker‘s ranging in age from 6-56 to participate. Each year the course

is designed a bit different in order to keep the participants chal-

lenged. This year‘s course was quoted to be the best in years. On a

specially designed course for the younger mountain bike enthusiast,

Koji Heineman of Heidelberg won the popular bambino race for chil-

dren under the age of 10. According to his mother, Rachel Mokelke-

Heineman, ―Koji just made the cut-off to race (he turned 6 last

week!), and was super excited about racing‖. Following the bambi-

nos, the youth race for ages 10-15 was won by Ana Huerta and

Philip Vettel, both members of the Garmisch Community. Alex

Denikiewicz, a local Garmisch sports enthusiasts not only helped set

up the event put was also the only participant to place first in two of

the three sporting events. In the boys category ages 16-17, Alex

Denikiewicz added is second trophy of the day. The much antici-

pated Fat Tire Race was also the final leg of the European Mountain

Bike Championship. The overall race winners were Angelika Rodri-

guez from Illesheim and Andi Strobel from Garmisch. Tobias Reiser

took the Men‘s Open division, Andi Strobel the Men‘s Senior and

Frank Grasegger the Men‘s Master‘s division. The winners of the

Army European Forces Championship series were Angelica Rodri-

guez and Jeffrey Pannaman. Daniel Hoeh form Hohenfels said, "This

was the second year I have participated in your race and I enjoyed it

much more this year because of the number of riders.

The final event of the day was the first-ever Mountain Strong-

man/Strongwoman competition. Set on the hill above the race area,

amidst a dramatic backdrop of sunlit mountains, five strong men

and two strong women competed in feats of strength. Lifting a

BMW, carrying full kegs, flipping a 600 pound tire and lifting a solid

granite atlas ball, were among the feats that truly amazed the spec-

tators. The event was judged by Austria‘s strongest man, Martin

Wildauer who is presently competing in the world championships in

the United States and Garmisch‘s local Strongman Martin Mathias.

Garmisch‘s own Aryn Lockhart won the women‘s category while

Ricky Fischer won the men‘s category.

The day concluded with a victory party, BBQ and bonfire for all of the

participants. Garmisch‘s own Chevy Nova provided the musical en-

tertainment.

Stay tuned for details regarding next year‘s event!

Photographs and story by Garmisch Outdoor Rec‘s Drew Benson

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Not Your Typical Labor Day Weekend in Garmisch

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Army Community Services

Hours of Operation DSN 440-3777

Monday–Friday 8 a.m.—5 p.m. CIV 08821-750-3777

Closed U.S. Holidays

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Love and Logic Classes

Oct 5 – Nov 9

Every Wednesday

10:00-11:00 at ACS

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Activities

Throughout the month:

―Silent Victims‖ will be on display at the ACS Center and the MP Station. Stop by to read stories of Domestic Violence

Victims, all incidents occurred within the last month.

3rd Annual Cell Phone Drive—drop off new or used cell phones at GEMS or ACS. Donations will be given to local Spouse

Abuse Shelter.

Check on Facebook for a Fact a Day about Domestic Violence.

Special Events:

Tue, 11 Oct, 1000-1330 at Chapel—Power of Play, a special topic playgroup focused on building

strong relationships and resiliency

Thu, 27 Oct, 1730 at Chapel—Candlelight Vigil, join us in memorial to those who have suffered

abuse.

Dates to be determined:

Walk in Their Shoes and Self-Defense Classes, dates to be announced on Facebook and public media.

Together we can end domestic abuse.

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Ever face one of those life stresses when you just wish you

could talk with someone to help sort it all out and get back on

track? Support is available in Garmisch through the MFLC Pro-

gram. The MFLC is a licensed professional who can assist you

with numerous issues such as concerns dealing with family,

separations, parenting, communication, anger, stress, and

relationship issues. They can meet with you on or off post. All

consulting is solution focused. It is free and records are not

kept. Consultations are confidential with the exception of

situations involving danger to self or another. The consultant

can be contacted by calling 0170-708-0744. DSN number

during office hours is 440-3755. After-hours and weekend

appointments are available.

Military & Family Life Consultant (MFLC)

Garmisch Family and MWR October 2011 Newsletter Page 5

Hours of Operation DSN 440-3777

Monday–Friday 8 a.m.—5 p.m. CIV 08821-750-3777

Closed U.S. Holidays

*Newcomer‘s Orientation

Oct 20, 0830-1130

*German Customs & Culture

Oct 20, 1330-1530

Money Monday‘s

2nd Monday monthly

1130-1300

Oct 11 - Principles of Personal

Finance

Grüss Gott Group

1st Monday monthly

0930

Check with ACS for location

Move on Mondays

(M.o.M.) Stroller Walks

Every Monday

1015-1145

In front of ACS, Bldg. 203

Conversational German

Every Tuesday

0930-11:00

Garmisch Playgroup

Every Tuesday

1000-1130

Chapel Nursery

Working Wednesday

1st Wednesday

1300-1430

ACS Classes

Stress Anger

Management Class

2nd Thursday monthly

1200-1300

*Registration is required

All classes/meetings are con-

ducted in the ACS Classroom,

Bldg 203, Room 6 unless other-

wise listed.

The annual Army Family Action Plan conference will be Tues-

day, November 29 to Thursday, December 1. Garmisch will

once again partnering with USAG-Grafenwoehr who will host

the conference this year. Even though issues may be submit-

ted all year, they need to be submitted by Tuesday, Novem-

ber 15, 2011 to be included in this year‘s conference. Submit

issues at ACS or online at:

http://www.garmisch.army.mil/info/acs/AFAP%20Issue%20

Worksheet.pdf

Please contact ACS, at DSN: 440-3777, CIV: 08821-750-

3777, for more information about AFAP and how you can get

involved!

MOM’s CAFÉMOM’s CAFÉ Oct 27 - Toddler Temper Tantrums, Hitting & Biting

Keys to Breastfeeding Success – Focus on Newborn

Nov 17 - Infant and Toddler Brain Development

Maternal Diet, Supplements & Medications during Lactation

Congratulations to Katie Valenzuela! Katie

recently accepted a position with the Edel-

weiss Lodge and Resort Hotel. We are ex-

cited for your new venture and wish you

great success! ACS Team

For employment opportunities, contact ACS.

Call DSN: 440 3777, CIV: 08821 750 3777

or email [email protected].

AFAP Conference dates revised!!

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Crafts Tree October Highlights

Wood Shop Safety Class This class is a prerequisite to use the wood shop for do-it-yourself projects. Upon completion, you receive

the MWR Arts & Crafts Qualification Card; honored at all MWR Arts & Crafts facilities. Fee is $20. Thu

5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. or Sun 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m.

Furniture Upholstery Class To learn this skill, bring a piece of furniture in need of upholstery for your class project. The class runs over

three two-hour sessions, six total hours of instruction and taught by personal appointment. The fee is $35

(materials not included).

Crafts Tree Services If you don‘t have the time to get crafty yourself there is a great

number of services the Crafts Tree can do for you, for example

framing, poster mounting, custom wood working, furniture build-

ing/repair, upholstery, photo printing/scanning or sewing ser-

vices. The facility also has a portrait studio and a store offering

crafts, supplies, and hand-made gifts.

Picture Matting, Framing, & Dry

Mounting Service Great prices, Great choice of frames - over

300 wooden moldings for your framing

needs. We will assist you in selecting suit-

able mats and moldings to make your pic-

ture look beautiful. Truly, a great idea for

farewell presents!

Oil Painting Restoration Bring your painting in for a free assessment. We can fix dam-

aged frames, minor canvas tears in an oil on canvas. Cleaning,

restoring, removing discolored varnish and re-varnishing is avail-

able.

Sewing Service Are you in need of having some sewing done, but don‘t know

how to do it, don‘t have the equipment or the time to learn. No

problem – the Crafts Tree will do it for you. Contact us for a free

estimate.

“The Crafts Tree” Arts and Crafts Center

Hours of Operation DSN 440-3888

Tuesday—Thursday 10 a.m.—1 p.m., 3 p.m.—7 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m.—5 p.m. CIV 08821-750-3888

Closed Monday, Friday, Saturday, and U.S. Holidays

The Garmisch Multi Crafts Center is located on Artillery Kaserne in Bldg. 263. We are there for

you on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and 1

p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays.

The shop offers sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, tiffany art, ceramics, pottery, woodworking,

upholstery, picture framing, silk, watercolor, oil & acrylics painting classes, and piano or violin

lessons.

Garmisch Family and MWR October 2011 Newsletter Page 6

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Hours of Operation DSN 440-2654

School Age Center

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

3

Gardening Club Ms. Stacy .

4

Club Active Mr. Trevor

5

Art Club Ms. Kristen

6

Cooking Club: Mr. Trevor

7

Game Day Mr. Trevor/Ms. Kristen

10

COLUMBUS DAY

CLOSED

11 Club Active Mr. Trevor

12

Photo Club Ms. Kristen

13

Cooking Club: Mr. Trevor

14

Game Day Mr. Trevor/Ms. Kristen

17

Tech Club Mr. Trevor/ Ms. Kristen

18

Club Active Mr. Trevor

19

Art Club Ms. Kristen

20

Cooking Club: Mr. Trevor

21

Game Day Mr. Trevor/Ms. Kristen

24

Science Club: Mr. Trevor

25

Club Active Mr. Trevor

26

Photo Club Ms. Kristen

27

Cooking Club: Mr. Trevor

28 Game Day Mr. Trevor/Ms. Kristen

SCHOOL-OUT DAY!

31

Photo Club Ms. Kristen

Homework Club:

Mr. Ernie/Ms. Kristen

Cooking Club: Mr. Trevor/Ms. Kristen

Club Active: Mr. Trevor Art Club:

Ms. Kristen

Fall-Winter Gardening: Ms. Stacy

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October 2011

Hours of Operation DSN 440-2600

Monday—Thursday 2:30 p.m.—6:00 p.m. and Friday 2:30 p.m.—10:00 p.m. CIV 08821-750-2600

School Out Days: Monday—Thursday 1:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m. and Friday 2:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m.

Closed Saturday, Sunday, and U.S. Holidays

Youth Center

Garmisch Family and MWR October 2011 Newsletter Page 8

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Community Library

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Hours of Operation DSN 440-2467

Monday–Friday 12 p..m.—7 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.—7 p.m. CIV 08821-750-2467

Closed Saturdays and U.S. Holidays

Thursday, October 13

at 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Jackie gets locked in the library and is in

for a big surprise. Meet Jackie and her

new found friend the Bookworm and find

out what happens at the library after

hours. Preschool children and up.

Puppet Show “A Night at the Library”

Tuesday, October 18, 12-1 p.m.

This presentation will focus on undergraduate practice tests

such as ACT, PSAT and SAT, searching for schools and find-

ing financial aid sources for college. All of the resources are

free of charge. And you get to eat your lunch in the library!

Lunch and Learn

Peterson’s Education and Lifelong Learning Resource

Hispanic American

Heritage Month

15 September

until

15 October

Learn something new

about Hispanic culture!

Browse the display and

take a quiz aimed to

spotlight the library‘s re-

source ―Culture Grams‖.

The focus this year is on

South American coun-

tries.

Great prizes for both children

and adult quiz takers!

On the Book Shelf New

http://www.library.eur.army.mil/

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Muscle tissue, bone density, and muscle strength all dwindle over the years. Any one of

these changes can lead to accidents resulting in injuries that can compromise your ability to

lead an independent active life. Strength training is the most effective way to slow and possi-

bly reverse the deterioration process.

Having smaller, weaker muscles doesn‘t just change the way people look or move, it also

affect the body‘s overall metabolic processes. Strong muscles pluck oxygen and nutrients

from the blood more efficiently than weak ones. That means any activity requires less car-

diac work and puts less strain on your heart. Strong muscles are better at absorbing sugar in

the blood, helping the body stay sensitive to insulin (which helps cells remove sugar from the

blood). Strong muscles can help keep blood sugar levels in check, which in turn helps pre-

vent or control type 2 diabetes and is ultimately good for the heart. Strong muscles also en-

hance weight control which leads to a well rounded healthy lifestyle.

Why you should visit the weight room?

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Hours of Operation DSN 440-2747

Monday: Friday 5:30 a.m.—8:00 p.m. CIV 08821-750-2747

Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Mueller Fitness Center

Returning to the

Mueller Fitness

Center in the

near future.

Klaudia graduated from the Monterey Institute of Touch School of

Massage in Carmel, California, in 1992 and has been active in the

massage therapy profession ever since.

At the Mueller Fitness Center, she offers a part-body and full-body

massage that is based on the classic Swedish and Esalen style

massage. This type of body work includes various massage tech-

niques and a combination of elements of Shiatsu, reflexology, deep

tissue, polarity and stretching techniques.

Jill received her Massage Therapy License from Central Oregon

School of Massage in Bend, Oregon, in 2001. She studied Tradi-

tional Thai Massage in Chiang Mai, Thailand in 2003 and 2009. In

2007, she received her Esthetics License from the Euro Institute of

Skinoutside of Portland, Oregon. Her professional experience in-

cludes implementing a massage and spa program at AFRC's Edel-

weiss Lodge and Resort in 2003-2009 and providing an assort-

ment of massages, facials, and waxing treatments.

Stop by or call the Mueller Fitness Center to schedule an appoint-

ment with either Jill or Klaudia.

Are you a certified instructor

in any of the following areas

and interested in earning

some extra money?

Pilates

Kick Boxing

Personal Trainer

Spinning

Contact the Mueller Fitness

Center staff today.

Meet your MFC Massage Therapist:

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Pilates: Pilates is a unique series of exercises developed to strengthen and tone core muscles, improve posture and flexibility, and create a streamlined

shape. (60mins)

Spinning: This is an intense indoor cycling workout using various cycling techniques from hill climbing and sprinting to peddling at different tensions. This

class can be modified for beginners. (45mins)

Yoga Fit: A class designed to improve the health, performance, and mental acuity of individuals seeking to improve their overall level of fitness. This style of

Hatha yoga blends balance, strength, power, and flexibility into a fitness format doable by individuals of any fitness level. (45mins)

Turbo Kick® This is the ultimate cardiovascular challenge that is a unique blend of intense intervals strength/endurance training, and a relaxing cool-down.

Turbo Kick® requires no previous kickboxing experience or equipment, just bring your attitude and desire to have fun! (60 min)

October 2011 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Soccer Intramurals

1200 TurboKick

1830 YogaFit

0615 TurboKick

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

Soccer Intramurals

0615 TurboKick

08-1100 Personal Trainer

1200 Spin

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Columbus Day

CLOSED

0615 TurboKick

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

Soccer Intramurals

0615 TurboKick

08-1100 Personal Trainer

1200 Spin

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Soccer Intramurals

1200 TurboKick

1830 YogaFit

0615 TurboKick

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

Soccer Intramurals

0615 TurboKick

08-1100 Personal Trainer

1200 Spin

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

Soccer Playoffs

1200 TurboKick

1830 YogaFit

0615 TurboKick

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

Soccer Playoffs

0615 TurboKick

08-1100 Personal Trainer

1200 Spin

1730 Spin

1830 Pilates

30 31

Soccer Playoffs

1200 TurboKick

1830 YogaFit

Hours of Operation DSN 440-2747

Monday: Friday 5:30 a.m.—8:00 p.m. CIV 08821-750-2747

Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Sunday and U.S Holidays: Closed

Garmisch Family and MWR October 2011 Newsletter Page 11

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Must be done in person and cannot be completed by

someone else.

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Hours of Operation DSN 440-2638

Monday–Friday 12 p.m.—6 p.m. CIV 08821-750-2638

Closed Saturday, Sunday, and U.S. Holidays

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Outdoor Recreation, Pete Burke Community Center, and Trips and Tours

Weekend Getaways

Winterfest is Coming!

Friday, December 2, 6-9 p.m. Ready to kick off the 2011/2012 ski season? Winterfest is our

celebration to kick off the winter where we "pray for snow" by throw-

ing old skis in a bonfire, have competitive events to generate good

energy (biathlon) and get winter sports enthusiasts excited, cook

some good hot food (the event is partly outside), and generally get

the community together. For Garmisch Outdoor Recreation, "The

Alpine Experts," this winter will be our first winter in our brand new

facility - it is a beautifully renovated space with great light, in a

GREAT new location (across from the Community Mail Room) and

new winter sports equipment this year as well.

Partnachklamm and Alpspitze

Wellenbad

October 22 , 12:30 p.m., gorge $7, pool

$22, both $28 One of the most beautiful natural attractions

in this area is the Partnachklamm, a wonder-

ful canyon or gorge that is well worth seeing.

Then it is off to the town‘s largest swimming

pool, the Alpspitze Wellenbad, with its sau-

nas, steam bath, Jacuzzis, water slides and

more.

Columbus Day Weekend: Berlin

October 7-10, $430

For many people the most exciting city in

Germany is Berlin! Not only is it the capi-

tol of the country, it is the city that con-

stantly changes as it grows and reinvents

itself. There is a world of historic sites –

the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Char-

lie, and the remains of the Berlin Wall.

There is also a major art scene – every-

thing from old masters to contemporary

artists as well as interesting graffiti! The

History Museum is top notch and it is

only one of many historic sites worth see-

ing. There are three opera houses, the

Berlin Philharmonic, a myriad of plays

and the club scene has a lot going on in

terms of music as well!

Munich in the Third Reich

Friday, October 21 – video at 7 p.m.; Sun-

day, October 23 – 8 a.m. trip to Munich,

$35

One of our most popular tours, where we

recreate the Bier Hall Putsch exactly as it

happened in 1923. After lunch, we visit

the site of the Munich Accords (where

Czechoslovakia ceased to be an inde-

pendent unified country) and see some

other places associated with the Nazi

movement.

Venice/Verona

New Dates November 4-6 $270

One of our favorite offerings. There are

wonderful things to see; great art, archi-

tecture, pigeons in St. Mark‘s square,

and the Romeo and Juliet city with it‘s

wonderful Roman Arena.

Prague

November 10-13, $700

Often on the top of everyone‘s list of

places to visit in Europe. Saturday we‘ll

give you a guided walk through the city.

Anyone interested in attending the op-

era? We can arrange tickets. You‘ll have

free time as well to lose yourself in the

heart of Bohemia.

Paris for Thanksgiving

November 24-27, Call for pricing

We will be heading by train to Paris for

the long weekend. Late November is

the perfect time to visit the City of

Lights– the tourists from the summer

have dissipated so we‘ll have the city

comparatively speaking to ourselves.

Call for more information.

“Barry Main is a StrongMan!”

Photo by Drew Benson from this

year’s Summer Sports Festival

Here are just a couple of the activities offered by ODR during the

winter season.

Ski Austria Bus

Get on the Ski Express Bus, and leave the driving to us! We visit a

different ski area each time, and visit some out of the way places.

Night Sledding

It is an all mountain, high tech, adrenaline sport. We call it; ―the other

winter sport‖. Imagine a completely groomed and lighted ski run just

for sleds, with a cable car to get you back up, all night long!

ODR Winter Activities

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Hours of Operation DSN 440-2638

Monday–Friday 12 p.m.—6 p.m. CIV 08821-750-2638

Closed Saturday, Sunday, and U.S. Holidays

We’re Moving!

The Garmisch FMWR Outdoor

Recreation and Tours team is ex-

cited to update you on our upcom-

ing move.

Starting Monday, October 3 the

Bikes and Boards section will

start relocating to our new facility,

the first floor of Bldg. 250 across

from the Community Mail Room

and Post Office.

The week of October 11-14 we will

initiate phase two of our move,

relocating our offices and com-

puter equipment.

During the entire move our cus-

tomer service counter will remain

open in our current location, Bldg

725 t assist you in signing up for

Ballets, Concerts, and Operas in Munich Cost: $12 for transportation only One of the best things about living in the countryside around Garmisch-Partenkirchen is that our beautiful village

is located so close to Munich, the Bavarian capital city with all the cultural opportunities that anyone could ask

for. If you are interested in acquiring season tickets for any of these events, please contact us at DSN 440-

3370, Civ. 08821-750-3370, or email us at [email protected].

Thursday, October 6 — ―The Kitchen‖ live show from London, broadcast around the world including Munich‘s Nymphenburg

Cinema. Tickets usually cost around 18 Euros

Tuesday, October 11 – The Bavarian State Orchestra performs Joseph Haydn‘s Symphony No. 31 in D Major, Johann Sebastian

Bach‘s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G, Maurice Ravel‘s Bolero, and more

Saturday, October 29 – Richard Strauss‘ The Rosenkavalier (This is a special trip, with a behind the scenes look at this comic opera

by Garmisch-Partenkirchen‘s own Richard Strauss, departing at 12 p.m.)

The Pete Burke Community Center provides transportation to and from the venue for the concert. For those that just want a night in Munich

seeing the many sights, take in a movie, or just enjoy a meal in one of the many fine eating establishments

Friday, December 2-Sunday, December 4

Adults $270 / children $135 There are two performances of the Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol in the National theater – a matinee at

2 p.m. and an evening performance at 6 p.m. Paul will help anyone who wants to secure tickets in advance

to obtain them. Right now there seem to be tickets for the evening performance costing between 1050

Czech Crowns and 30 crowns ( $60 down to $2). For the matinee there were only a few tickets left in the

second gallery and their cheaper price gives you an indication of what they might be like: 110 crowns or 50

crowns ( $6.50 or $ 3.25) – a clever interpolation of the traditional Nutcracker with bits and pieces of the

Tiny Tim and Scrooge story by Charles Dickens as well!

Prague—Christmas Markets, the Nutcracker, and a Christmas Carol

Winter Equipment Rental

Day Week Season

Ski/Snowboard Package $18 $80 $189

Kids Package $15 $55 $120

Cross Country Package $15 $40 $95

Snowshoes $15 $45

Mini-Bobs $5 $22

Ski Helmets $5 $22

Check out our ski lover specials

Hot Wax – Rich-n-creamy and soooo good for your skis, hot

ironed. $19

―Ski School Special‖ - Standard tune-up $29

‗World Cup‘ - Deluxe tune-up $39

Ski Wax 12-Pack – $90

“Free Riders Friend‖ – 5 World Cup tune-ups $117

We offer ski and snowboard lessons too!

Our intent is to continue pro-

viding you, our customers,

the outstanding service we

are committed too and to

keep you informed of any

changes that may take place.

Please be patient with us as

we are sure we may encoun-

ter some unexpected chal-

lenges.

Thank you in advance for

your patience and under-

standing. We can't wait for

you to visit our new facility!

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Garmisch Grüss Gott

Group

M.o.M.s Walk

ACS Playgroup

Conversational

German

Working Wednesday Stress/Anger

Management

Preschool Storytime

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Washers and Soft-

ball Tournament

COLUMBUS DAY

ALL FACILITIES

ACS Playgroup

Concert in Munich

Money Monday

Preschool Storytime

Puppet show

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M.o.M.s Walk ACS Playgroup

Lunch and Learn

Newcomers Briefing

German Customs &

Culture

3rd Reich (Video) Youth AFAP

Conference

Pool & Gorge

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3rd Reich (Tour) Money Monday’s

M.o.M.s Walk

ACS Playgroup Preschool Storytime ODR Opera

30 31 CALENDAR LEGEND

Army Community Service

Community Library

Mueller Fitness Center

Outdoor Recreation

Partenkirchen

Walking Tour

Money Monday’s

M.o.M.s Walk

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