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30 April 2014

Check for updates on community news information and events at wwwgrafenwoehrarmymil

Click on a section to go straight to its page ACS Adult Education amp Training Community Highlights Exchange News Facility amp Road Openings Closures Construction Religious School News Sports Fitness Hobbies amp Recreation Volunteers amp other help needed Was ist Los

Community Highlights

Special programs updates community campaigns classes and more

ldquoLikerdquo us on Facebook ldquoLikerdquo US Army Garrison Bavaria on Facebook for up-to-the-minute information to peruse pictures of community events for a rundown of fests fairs markets and shows in Bavaria There are also force protection

tips and updates on protests and demonstrations in our area Herersquos that link again httpswwwfacebookcomUSAGBavariaref=hl

Follow us on Twitter Follow us for news and updates about the Bavarian Military Community Army DoD and Europe Herersquos our page httpstwittercomUSAGBavaria Our Twitter handle is USAGBavaria

Bavarian News online

Head to BavarianNewscom to get timely news and see what events are happening in the community Here are the latest Bavarian News stories for this week Kinderfest stretches its legs at ODR Volunteers celebrated in ceremony at Hohenfels Community rallies for Autism Awareness Month Amberg rabbi honors BMC Days of Remembrance observance US Army Europe night flying program begins May 1 IMCOM Europe names Best Warriors for 2014 Travel Dachau memorial site reveals grim chapter of world history The Bavarian beer guide Germanyrsquos perennial pastime explained

New Tower Barracks Legal Assistance office hours Effective 30 April Grafenwoehr Legal Assistance will have new office hours Monday through Friday 9 -1130 am

and 1 - 430pm

AER Scholarship UPDATE The deadline for completed application with supporting documents is 3 pm Eastern Daylight Time on 1 May So far weve received 1901 Spouse applications 1258 are incomplete Please go on wwwaerhqorg for further information or to check the status of your application

May is AsianPacific Heritage Month 9 May Come help us celebrate at the Tower Barracks USO noon-5 pm There will be a karaoke competition with

prizes live music and great food from a variety of cultures

Foreign travel requirements when attending WWII liberation events We have some great opportunities to participate in World War II liberation ceremonies during the upcoming months Pilsen Czech Republic this Sunday May 4 Marienbad Czech Republic on Tuesday May 6 and the D-Day remembrance in Normandy France on June 6 But please remember If you have a clearance you are required to report all foreign travel (official as well as personal) to your security managerS2 Official participants are also required to submit an Aircraft amp Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS) request Unfortunately APACS doesnrsquot interface with security clearance systems so you will still need to report foreign travel to your unit security managerS2 For US servicememberscivilian employees attending these ceremonies the Department of Defense Electronic Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG) httpswwwfcgpentagonmilfcgcfm outlines any special travel requirements (usually APACS isnrsquot required) And please remember to report travel plans to your security manager While you are enjoying these historic events please remain aware of your surroundings If you see something out of place or anything that makes you concerned move away from the area and report it immediately Have a safe and enjoyable time celebrating the US militaryrsquos role in helping to free millions of people during a time of war

Vehicle Registration wait times Due to employee illness a busy PCS season and reintegration of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment long lines are expected at the vehicle registration office We are working hard to get additional counter people to help shorten the time you have to wait Please be patient as we work through this and plan accordingly

Upcoming ETS Brief 5 May The next Estimated Time of Separation (ETS) brief will be conducted on 5 May in the Rose Barracks Theater at

1 pm If you are preparing to ETS this is in addition to the Levy Brief that was most recently held on 28 April

Laundry appointments for TCP Vilseck Due to the high volume and high workload at the Troop Collection Point Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services in Vilseck it is highly recommended to make appointments for drop off to avoid long waiting times To make an appointment call DSN 476-3026 CIV 09662-83-3026 It is also advised that Soldier use the TCP Hohenfels if possible It is in Hohenfels Training Area Bldg 323 DSN 466-2862

Retiree Appreciation Day 9 May USAG Bavaria is hosting a Retirement Appreciation Day on Friday May 9 to update retirees and their families on

changes to retirement rightsbenefitsprivileges -- as well as offering medical and dental checkups renewing ID cards updating DEERS information taking passport applications providing legal assistance and processing post office boxes Other Bavaria Military Community organizations and federal agencies (Red Cross Veterans Affairs USO Social Security Administration etc) are scheduled to be on hand as well All of the personnel (non-medical) services will be held in Bldg 244 from 9 am to 3 pm Hope to see you there youve earned it

The German-American Volksfest is back 1-3 Aug Great news Weve just learned that the 56th annual German-American Volksfest will be held Aug 1-3 at US

Army Garrison Bavaria So make your plans to attend

Suicide and Sexual Assault Hotlines

Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 118 CIV 09641-83-118 Visit our website for more on suicide prevention Suicide prevention sexual assault or just a friendly earhellip yoursquore never alone Professionals are available to counsel you in confidence Getting help is a sign of strength 24 Hour Community Hotlines Chaplain Hotline 0162-296-0838 Military Police Hotline 09662-83-114 Sexual Assault Hotline DSN 475-4567 CIV 09641-83-4567 or DSN 476-3218 CIV 09662-83-3218 and

Emergency Services DSN 117 CIV 09641-83-117

Stay vigilant and report suspicious activities

For emergencies off post call 112 the European emergency number reachable from fixed and mobile phones free of charge everywhere in the EU Bavaria Military Community officials are asking everyone to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities as soon as they are observed The safety of our families is one of our biggest priorities USAG Bavaria Military Police DSN 476-24903397 or CIV 09662-83-24903397

ICE QR code Now itrsquos even easier to submit ICE - Interactive Customer Evaluation comments Take a snapshot of the code with your phone and the code automatically directs you to ICE

Aristocats Kids 8 May 5 - 730 pm Its a fantastic musical based on the classic Disney movie It will be performed by our own Graf

Grizzlies Come on out All are welcome and the show is free Fun for the whole family For more info contact Mrs Levison DSN 475-7133

USAHC Grafenwoehr Community Health Fair amp 5K Fun Run 31 May May is national physical fitness and sports month Fair starts at 8 am RunWalk starts at 930 am

Resourcesinfo Available from OT PT mental health optometry audiology public health primary care health amp wellness dietician and more Come on out and support a healthy community

Bulk Trash Pick-Up The County NeustadtWN will pick up bulk trash over the next few months Bulk trash must be curbside in front of your home no later than 6 am on the scheduled pick-up day Pick-up is provided by contractors of the County Neustadt Please note that pick-ups will occur in 3 stages based on types of items

26 May Mantel and Steinfels 7 July Luhe-Wildenau What will be picked up Everything that is too big or too heavy to go into the normal refuse container such as Furniture mattresses carpets washing machines dryers radios TVs ovens stoves bicycles strollers and other items which cannot be dismantled torn or broken down to a size that would fit in the regular refuse container Each single item should be no larger than 80x40x32 inches and should not be heavier than 110 lb Bulk trash consisting of metal (ie bicycles washers dryers stoves etc) and electronic equipment (such as large appliances small appliances cooling devices information amp telecommunications including entertainment equipment) should be put out separately next to the normal bulk trash What will not be picked up

- Normal refuse recyclable material Yard waste like cut grass branches etc - Hazardous waste - Tires car parts batteries wrecked cars motorcycles - Doors and windows (with or without glass) laminated floor rouleaus - Construction debris - Night storage heaters

Pick-ups will be performed in three steps 1 Combustible material like upholstered furniture mattresses rugs etc 2 Electronic equipment ie TV PC printer scanner radio VCR DVD player monitor vacuum cleaner refrigerators and freezers (no permission sticker required anymore) etchellip together with Household Metal items ie bicycles ironing boards washer dryer dishwasher stoves (oil stoves and oil barrels must be totally emptied) etchellip 3 Salvageable wooden furniture (ie bed frame wardrobe chair table etchellip) Smaller electronic appliances (ie hairdryer toothbrush telephones drilling machine etc) should be brought to the drop off point ldquoCompany Berglerrdquo in Weiherhammer Etzenrichter Str 2 Mon-Fri from 8-4 pm CIV 09605-92090 Any material not picked up must be removed by residents For more call your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664

Bulk Trash Pickup ndash City of Weiden For City of Weiden to include the communities Rothenstadt Ullersricht and Neunkirchen - Pickup has to be requested at the City of Weiden twice a year Fee per Pickup is 10 euro To schedule a pickup call 0961-3901913 For more information contact your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664

Bulk Trash Pickup ndash County Tirschenreuth For Erbendorf Kastl Kemnath Kulmain amp Thumsenreuth - Pickup is performed by the County Tirschenreuth upon written request by the resident (ldquoSperrmuellabfuhr auf Abrufrdquo) For a blank form contact your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664

Bulk Trash Pickup ndash County Bayreuth For Speichersdorf - Pickup is performed by the County Bayreuth upon individual written request by the resident per special application card (ldquoSperrmuellabfuhr auf Abrufrdquo) To obtain a blank form of this special application card contact your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664

Army Community Service (ACS)

Contact Army Community Service (ACS) Tower Barracks 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 usarmygrafenwoehrimcom-europembxacsmailmil for info

Newcomers Every Tuesday Newcomer Meet amp Greet 130ndash 230 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 Rm 1261

Army Volunteer Corps 13 May Volunteer Ceremony 11 am ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 134 (reservations required) 14 ndash 16 May AFTB Level III 830 am ndash 2 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 221 Rm 206 20 May Volunteer Management Organizational Point of Contact (OPOC) Training 9 ndash 11 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 221 Rm 206 10 ndash 11 June AFTB Level I 830 am ndash 2 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 221 Rm 206

Employment Readiness For anyone needing assistance with resume building or one-on-one assistance please call DSN 476-2650 475-8371 CIV 09662-83-2650 09641-83-8371 13 May Resume Round Table 10 am ndash noon Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 20 May Interview Round Table 10 ndash noon Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 3 June Job Fair 10 am ndash 2 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 134

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Have questions Email EFMP directly 7 May Bowling with EFMP 4 ndash 6 pm Rose Barracks Bowling Center 22 May EFMP Support Group 3 ndash 430 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 Rm 219 4 June Respite Care Training 3 ndash 430 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 Rm 219 11 June EFMP Support Group 3 ndash 430 pm Rose Barracks Chapel Annex 16 June Special Education Workshop 3 ndash 430 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 Rm 219 19 June Bowling with EFMP 4 ndash 6 pm Tower Barracks Bowling Center

Family Advocacy Program Hotlines to help Domestic Violence 09662-83-3218 or 09641-83-5130 Please contact us for a complete listing of programs and services offered Tuesdays through 20 May Love amp Logic (ages 6 ndash 18) 1130 am ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 25 June Raising Resilient Children (Positive Parenting Seminar Series) 130 ndash 230 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322

Financial Readiness Services are also available by appointment For more information on saving your money you may contact your ACS Financial Readiness at 09662-83-2650 or 09641-83-8371 6 May Investing 101 noon ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 7 May Credit Reports and Scores noon ndash 1 pm Tower Barracks ACS Bldg 244 13 May Investing 102 noon ndash 130 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 14 May amp 18 June Coupon Class noon ndash 1 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 21 May Credit and Debt Management noon ndash 1 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 27 May amp 24 June Coupon Class noon ndash 130 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322 11 June TSP (Basics) noon ndash 1 pm Tower Barracks ACS Bldg 244 17 June TSP (Basics) noon ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 25 June Budget For Life noon ndash 1 pm Tower Barracks ACS Bldg 244

Mobilization amp Deployment Readiness 20- 21 May amp 24 ndash 25 June FRG Basic Course 9 am ndash noon Camp Normandy Distance Learning Center Bldg 3144 (limit 20 people)

New Parent Support Program 27 June Baby Boot Camp (formerly Great Expectations 9 am - 430 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Play Groups Every Tuesday Tower Barracks Chapel Annex 930 ndash 11 am Every Wednesday Rose Barracks Chapel Annex 930 ndash 11 am Newborn Network for parents with babies ages 0 through Walking Every Tuesday Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 1 - 3 pm Hospital Tours Every 1

st Wednesday (except for holidays) Visit Weiden Meet at 545 pm in the Weiden hospital lobby

Every 4th

Wednesday Visit Sulzbach-Rosenberg Meet at 545 pm in the Sulzbach-Rosenberg hospital lobby Every Other 2nd Tuesday Visit Amberg Meet at 545 pm in the Amberg hospital lobby

Relocation Readiness 8 May amp 12 June Successful PCS Moves 101 1 ndash 2 pm Thursdays Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 9 May Military Spouse Appreciation Day International Spouse Luncheon 11 am ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322 15 May Newcomers Orientation Level III Bavarian Nights 5 ndash 9 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322 19 May amp 30 June Newcomers Orientation Level I Welcome To Bavaria 9 am- 3 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322 23 May amp 30 June Newcomers Orientation Level II Discover Your Neighborhood (Amberg) 9 am- 3 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322 30 May amp 27 June Newcomers Orientation Level II Discover Your Neighborhood (Weiden) 9 am- 3 pm Tower Barracks Bldg 244 21 May amp 18 June Immigration Workshop 11 am ndash noon Rose Barracks Bldg 322 Wednesdays thru June 25 German As A Second Language 830 ndash 1030 am Rose Barracks Bldg 322 Wednesdays thru July 23 German As A Second Language 11 am ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 322 18 June Spouse Sponsorship 1 ndash 2 pm Thursdays Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 21 May amp 18 June Military Sponsorship Train-The-Trainer 230 ndash 330 pm Thursdays Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Every Tuesday English as a Second Language 10 am ndash noon Tower Barracks Chapel Annex Every Thursday English as a Second Language 10 am ndash noon Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322

Military and Family 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 017-4147-6846 or Tower Barracks 0152-0293-4290 0152-0241-5226 Mon-Fri 8 am- 8 pm

Exchange News

For more information about the Exchange head to wwwshopmyexchangecom

Tower Barracks Mall Sweet Shop to Close 30 April The Tower Barracks Mall Sweet Shop will be closing as of 30 April Coming this summer will be a Frozen

Yogurt and Smoothie Shop

Exchange Ultimate Outdoors Sweepstakes Now ndash May 1 Each time you use your Military Star card at any Exchange facility or shopmyexchangecom between

April 1 ndash May 1 2014 you will be automatically entered to win one of these great prizes Grand Prize Ultimate Camping Experience 2nd Prize Ultimate Backyard Makeover and 3rd Prize Ultimate FishingSurvival Experience Stop by your local Main Exchange to see prize details or go to shopmyexchangecom

Tower Barracks Car Care center to Close 23 May The Tower Barracks Car Care Center will be closing on 23 May All your car care needs will be available at the

Rose Barracks Car Care Center located in building 718 near the MWR Auto Skill Center You can call for appointments at 09662-9741 Coming this summer at the old Tower Barracks Car Care Center will be an Auto Detailing Concessions Customers have asked for this for assisting in shipping their POVs and a place to have their autorsquos detailed during their tour of duty

Exchange Patriot Family Pet Contest at the Tower Barracks Main Store A bird in the hand may be worth two in the bush but the latest Exchange contest is focused on all manner of furry and feathered friends The Tower Barracks Main Store Patriot Family Pet Contest will reward $250 in gift cards to nine lucky pet owners From 11 am to 1 pm on May 10 shoppers are encouraged to bring their pet There are three categories Cuties Pet Ugliest Pet and PetOwner Look-A-Like Contest First place winner will win a $50 Exchange gift card with $25 and $10 gift cards for second through third place in each category ldquoPets mean a great deal to their ownersrdquo said the Exchange Main Store Manager Ed Hicks ldquoThis contest is about shining the spotlight on our extended Patriot Family members and expressing appreciation of our feathered friends and four-legged companionsrdquo The contest will be held outside on the grass by Outdoor Living

Exchange Protection Program Ever bought a TV or computer and something happens after the typical manufacture warranty has expired and your stuck with taking it to a repair shop not knowing the cost Well you got protection when you purchase a TV or computer or many other items at your Exchange You have the option to purchase the Exchange Protection Program Depending on the plan you can be protect for 2 years or more While oversea the plan doesnrsquot require you to go to a service center and have the item check out if fix able Just call the number tell them what happen give the information from your protection program receipt and you will have check sent to your APO for the amount of the purchase item Stop by your local Exchange and ask about the Exchange Protection Program its money well invested

Exchange Buddies members receive exclusive offers Facebook Twitter and even your inbox The Army amp Air Force Exchange Service is making it easier than ever for Tower amp Rose Barracks and Hohenfels shoppers to exercise their Exchange benefit via the internet Your local Exchanges Buddy List enables military shoppers to be among the first to find out about exclusive savings promotions events and special offers at the Exchange Were bringing the deals directly to you said Grafenwoehr Exchange General Manager Carl Carpenter Its as simple as signing up and receiving emails that are chock-full of exclusive offers And the Exchange assures that all emails will remain private and not be shared or sold to anyone else The weekly Buddy List delivers emails about worldwide and local promotions to approximately 233000 authorized Exchange shoppers Customers interested in receiving these messages can sign up at the Tower amp Rose Barracks and Hohenfels Exchange or online at wwwshopmyexchangecomExchangeStoresbuddyhtm

Volunteers and other help needed

Tower Barracks Blood Drive 6 May The American Red Cross is partnering with ASBP for a Blood Drive in Tower Barracks We are aiming to reach a

goal of 100 pints of blood and we need your help We will be having some fun during the blood drive with a beachsummer theme and plenty of giveaways 8 am-3 pm At the USO Tower Barracks Bldg 150

Red Cross looking for CPR instructors We are looking for CPR course instructors If you are interesting in becoming a Red Cross certified CPRFirst AidAED course instructor you must already have a valid CPRFAAED certification card and must be able to teach 3 classes over the next 12 months Dates for this training are Feb 1st and 2nd at the Rose Barracks Red Cross office For more information or to sign up please email Alex Williams or call 09662-83-1760

Have You Saved a Life Today Red Cross Needs Volunteers Do you have a background in the medical field or teaching field The American Red Cross is looking for qualified Volunteer Health and Safety Instructors for our community Call today to see if you qualify

Health and Safety Instructors Volunteers teach lifesaving skills in the community Classes such as Babysitting CPR First Aid AED and other safety presentations Armed Forces Caseworkers Volunteers work with local members of the military and their families ensuring the delivery of emergency communications Health Fair Volunteers Volunteers staff a table at events in the community and engage those attending in conversations about preparedness and safety

Office of Volunteers Volunteers assist with writing volunteer job descriptions setting up volunteer orientation courses conduct volunteer screening interviews help with volunteer placement record keeping and recognition For more Rose Barracks Red Cross CIV 09662-83-1760 DSN 476-1760 Tower Barracks Red Cross CIV 09641-83-1760 DSN 475-1760

Sports Fitness Hobbies amp Recreation AAFES Movie Listing

Tower Barracks listings click here Rose Barracks listings here

Bayern Rangers hockey team

The Bayern Rangers ice hockey team is gearing up for military and club tournaments All interested players and fans are encouraged to join in the fun

8-11 May Rainman All-Star Tourney in Pilzen Czech

For more info please see the team page at wwwfacebookcombayernrangers

Weekly activities at the Warrior Zone All activities are from 6-10 pm at the Tower Barracks Warrior Zone Bldg 153 Call DSN 475-4309 CIV 09641-83-4309 for more Tuesdays Movie Nights Grab some popcorn and put up your feet every Tuesday Feel free to suggest films you want to see Wednesdays Texas Hold lsquoEm Think yoursquore good at cards Prove it every Wednesday Fridays Pool Tournaments Compete to be crowned the weekly billiards champ Pool tables are also available upon request Fridays Magic The Gathering Tournaments Format varies from social play to tournaments All skill levels are welcome

Weekly activities for kids TuesdaysWednesday Pre-School Story Time Tuesdays at the Rose Barracks Library 10 am Wednesdays at

the Tower Barracks Library 10 am

Wednesday Lap Sit Story Time There are stories for the pre-schoolers and activities for under-2s Tower Barracks

Library 2-230 pm

Sundays are Family Bowling days Sundays Every Sunday from 2-8 pm at the Tower Barracks Bowling Center kids bowl for $1 and adults bowl for

$225 At the Rose Barracks Bowling Center we offer ldquoAll you can Bowlrdquo for one low price Call the Bowling Centers for more details

43rd Hohenfels Volksfest 30 April - 4 May USAG Hohenfels will host its 43rd Volksfest at the Festplatz located across from the airfield from

April 30-May 4 In partnership with our surrounding communities this five-day event is perfect for the entire family Carnival rides will be available daily Opening ceremony is scheduled for 4 pm April 30 with Family Day (selected rides at discounted prices) planned from 3 - 8 pm May 2 Stay for 1030 pm fireworks on Saturday May 3 With rides music attractions and delicious food and drinks the Volksfest will provide something for all

Ladies Night at the Lanes 30 April Come on out ladies this night is just for you All ladies bowl for absolutely free This is your chance to unwind

and have a little fun at the Rose Barracks Bowling Center 6-10 pm DSN 476-2576 CIV 09662-83-2576

Ladies Only Climbing Night 1 May All ladies are invited to come out and get your climb on Contact the Wild BOAR to sign up and for more

information DSN 475-8529 CIV 09641-83-8529 Offered the first and third Thursday of each month 6-8 pm

Are you ready to Rumble 3 May Family and MWR brings you an exhilarating night of Boxing Event takes place at the Tower Barracks Physical

Fitness Center on May 3 Doors open at 6 pm and the event will start at 7 pm Tickets will be available at Tower Barracks and Rose Barracks Physical Fitness Center and through MWR Online Services at httpswebtracmwrarmymil Choose from three ticketing options VIP Seating - $25 and includes Hors drsquo oeuvres and beverage Premier Seating $10 and includes snacks and beverage Bleacher Seating $5 For more information contact the Fitness Center Tower Barracks DSN 475-9007 CIV 09641-83-9007 and Rose Barracks DSN 476-2214 CIV 09641-83-2214

Skeet Range is Open 3 4 17 amp 18 May The Skeet Range is open Join us on these weekends to enjoy a little friendly skeet shooting Donrsquot

have a gun You can rent weapons to use if you do not have one and no license is required to use any of the ranges Hours are 10 am - 530 pm Contact the Wild BOAR Outdoor Recreation DSN 475-8529 CIV 09641-83-8529 for more information

Kids in the Kitchen 14 May The Grafenwoehr WIC office is offering 3 upcoming classes to help your picky eaters and mealtime pleasers

the chance to put on the chef hat and help create healthy yet delicious masterpieces One class will be offered in each March April and May and will feature 1-2 new recipes Children (and adults) will be encouraged to try a food with secret ingredients and then create their own version of the mysteriously yummy food While theyrsquore getting lost in their creativity a WIC dietitian will be discussing the importance of enjoying healthy foods and how to make scrumptious meals with them Recipe books samples and fun will be provided Classes are free Registration is not needed please call ahead to ensure adequate supplies Classes will be held on Wednesdays You do not have to be a WIC participant to attend but if you are interested in our program or want more information regarding this workshop please call DSN 475-6821 CIV 09641-83-6821

Motorcycle Safety Day 16 May USAG Bavaria Safety office will host the annual Motorcycle Safety Day on 16 May from 10 am ndash 5 pm at

Camp Kasserine on Tower Barracks Riders of all experience levels are encouraged to attend Call DSN 475-8214 or CIV 09641-83-8214 for more information

Run to Remember 17 May USAG Bavaria will host its 4

th annual Run to Remember at the Tower Barracks parade field from 9 am ndash 12

pm The entire community is invited to run walk or rev up their motorcycle to remember our Fallen Soldiers and show support to their Survivors and Families This runwalkride is stroller pet and wheelchair friendly

Community Health Fair and 5K 31 May USAHC Grafenwoehr presents the Community Health Fair and 5K Fun RunWalk on Saturday May 31 at the

Tower Barracks Fitness Center Fair starts at 8 am runwalk starts at 930 am Resourcesinfo available from OT PT mental health optometry audiology public health primary care health amp wellness dietician and others Come out and support a healthy community and celebrate national physical fitness amp sports month with us

Thrifty Tower Thrift Shop The Thrifty Tower Thrift Shop is located in Bldg 508 in Tower Barracks Consignments accepted during hours of store operation Hours are Tuesday Wednesday 10 am-3 pm Thursday 11am-5pm and the 1st Friday of the each month 10 am-3 pm All colored tickets over $3 are frac12 off (consignment tickets are not included) all tsp purses are $2 Ten books for $1 Boys girls womenrsquos and menrsquos jeans for $250 We also have bins for 25 cents for the month of April We are not accepting clothes for consignments for this month Volunteers and donations are always welcome Remember your donations help our community CIV 09641-9260377 or in Facebook wwwfacebookcomthriftytower

Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Facebook page Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Bring your gently used items to Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks

Upcoming MWR day trips Call Tower Barracks Leisure Travel Services DSN 475-8529 CIV 09641-83-8529 for more and to sign up for fun day trips around Europe

Find us on Facebook USAG Bavaria Army Community Service VFW Tower Post 10692 MWR Main Post and Rose Barracks Postal Service Centers Education Centers Graf Dog community the EXCHANGE Environmental Division AFN Bavaria Performing Arts Center USAG Bavaria Chaplains Tower Barracks DFAC BMEDDAC 2CR Housing Dept Provost Marshal Office Netzaberg Middle

School Netzaberg Elementary School Vilseck Falcons and Grafenwoehr Community Schools

Facility amp RoadOpeningsConstructionClosures

Rose Barracks ndash District Heat connection for several buildings Now ndash 6 June Road construction to block traffic as following Detour signs will be posted

Phase 1 and 2 Now ndash 12 May No through-traffic on 517

th Artillery Street in front of Bldg 222 The parking area between Bldg 165 and

160 also blocked for construction

Motor park at Bldg 301 under construction Now ndash 23 May Due to limited parking available during the road repair work at the parking area in front of DOL Tower

Barracks Bldg 301 customersemployees are asked to use the parking lot in front of Bldg 244 and the cross walk on Johnson Street to walk over to DOL 301 Access for vehicle inspection is still possible Thank you

Rose Barracks ndash Avenue C Now ndash 2 May Road construction on Avenue C (one-way-street) in front of Bldg 304 During the construction this part

of the road will be blocked and access from the Constabulary Blvd on to Avenue C is not possible Detour signs will be posted

Traffic reroutesdelays on B-14 and B-299 Now - 18 May Please pay special attention on traffic reroutesdelays on highways B-14 and B-299 due to delivery

and setup of windmill parts for local wind park near Gebenbach Groszligschoumlnbrunn Kainsricht Effected are highway B-299 (from Grafenwoehr towards AmbergHohenfels) and highway B-14 Hirschau towards Hahnbach (coming from Autobahn A-93)

BASOPS Holiday Closure 1 May The BASOPS Maintenance Division located on Tower Barracks Bldg 301319 and on Rose Barracks Bldg 144

will be closed Closure includes the Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Inspection Station in Grafenwoehr the General Equipment Shop the CST Grafenwoehr and CST Vilseck as well Call DSN 475-6120 with questions

MP Office Holiday Closure 1 amp 2 May The MP Station administrative office in building 2099 on Rose Barracks will be closed for installation pass

requests and Soldier out-processing because of the German holiday Please plan ahead

Legal Assistance Office Closure - Tower Barracks 7 May Tower Barracks Legal Assistance will be closed on 7 May for the entire day Regular services will resume on 8

May

Religious

Services Catholic services Sunday Mass 9 am Tower Barracks 1130 am Rose Barracks Daily Mass 1205 pm Monday amp Tuesday Tower Barracks 1205 pm Wednesday amp Thursday Rose Barracks

Jewish Shabbat Service 630 pm Friday (Except 4 Day Weekend) Tower Barracks Chapel Annex Rm 211

Wiccan Open Circle

530 pm Monday Tower Barrack Chapel Annex Rm108

Protestant Congregations Collective Protestant Services 915 am Sunday School Tower Barracks Chapel Annex 1045 am Sunday Worship Tower Barracks 930 am Sunday Worship Rose Barracks 1115 am Sunday School Rose Barracks Bldg 205 Liturgical Congregation 1030 am Sunday Worship Rose Barracks Small Chapel Gospel Christian Fellowship 1 pm Sunday Worship Tower Barracks Chapel Church of Christ Congregation 330 pm Sunday Worship Tower Barracks Chapel Seventh Day Adventist Congregation 1030 am Saturday Study Hour Rose Barracks Main Sanctuary 1130 am Worship Service Rose Barracks Main Sanctuary

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 Tower Barracks Chapel DSN 475-1570 CIV 09641-83-1570 Rose Barracks Chapel DSN 476-1570 CIV 09662-83-1570

Adult Education Training

FAST Classes 7-20 May Rose Barracks Education Center Bldg 223 9 am ndash 4 pm The registration period for these classes is open

until the last working day before the particular class begins 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 the Rose Barracks Education Center at DSN 476-26532753

Register now at UMUC for Spring Session II The University of Maryland University College Europersquos Spring Session II schedule of courses is now available for face-to-face or online courses Visit the Education Center to see your UMUC Europe Field Representative or go online at wwweuropeumucedu We are ready to help you with financial aid Tuition Assistance using your GI Bill evaluating your military training for college credits and more You can also ldquoLikerdquo us on Facebook

National Test Center (NTC) testing hours

University of Maryland University College-Europes National Test Center (NTC) has new testing hours Mondays 830-930 am GED registration for new testers 930 am-1230 pm Pearson Vue exams GED and Excelsior exams Tuesdays 830 am-1230 pm CLEP and DSST exams Wednesdays 830-930 am GED registration for new testers 930 am-1230 pm Pearson Vue exams GED and Excelsior exams Friday 830 am-1230 pm Pearson Vue exams GED GMAT and Excelsior exams The NTC offers computer-based exams for college credit including CLEP DSST GMAT IT certifications and many other professional certification exams The NTC is excited to offer all five modules of the GED in a computer-based format Jump start your education and contact Kristin Wright to schedule an appointment at DSN 476-2462 CIV 09662-83-2462

University of Oklahoma summer courses The University of Oklahoma in Vilseck offers degree programs to military service members and civilians in an accelerated format that meets the demands of the working adult The university offers both Master of Arts with an emphasis in International Relations a Master of Human Relations and a Masters of Education We are currently enrolling new students Call Carla Miller at DSN 476-2069 CIV 09662-83-2069 or email apvilseckouedu Further information can be found at wwwgoououedu The following courses are offered face to face in Vilseck for Summer 2014 13 -18 May Topics in Legal Studies The Legal and Ethical Environment of Business 22 -27 July Seminar in Intercultural Communication

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University From undergraduate certificates to Masterrsquos degrees we may have what yoursquove been looking for Your military experience and a degree from ERAU will make a powerful combination in the military and on into civilian life An ERAU representative will be at the Vilseck Education Center on Tuesday April 22nd from 1000 am ndash 1200 pm to answer any questions you may have For more information about funding your education or the degree programs ERAU has to offer contact the Hohenfels office at DSN 466-4139 or email Hohenfelserauedu Also check out our European website at httpworldwideerauedueuromilitary

School News

Grafenwoehr Elementary School Bus Office If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student please contact Mr Jimmy Avery or Mr James Moss at the SBO office CIV 09645-917-9254 DSN 472-9254 Box Tops Please donrsquot forget to keep bringing in your Box Tops to our PTSA PCSing soon Please contact our registrar for the last day notice paperwork DSN 475-6132 CIV 09641-83-6132 Please remember if you wish to hand carry records to your childrsquos new school we will need 5 working days notice along with the last day notice School Office Hours School Hours Phone Numbers Mon- Fri 7 am-4 pm Mon- Fri 815 am-235 pm DSN 475-7133 CIV 09641-837133

Vilseck Elementary School Now - May 23

rd Yearbook News

2013-2014 Yearbooks now cost $3000 Please fill out your pre-order form at the VES Main Office Please make checks payable to VES PTSA We also accept cash If you are moving fill out your forwarding address and email if you are leaving before June (add $5 for shipping and delivery costs) Now - May 23rd VES GES NES Food Drive Vilseck Elementary School is collecting food for the children in Lwowek Slaski Poland Please bring in nonperishable items and place them into the collection boxes at VES GES or NES The food will be given to the children from a local elementary school For many of them this will be their daily meal Avoid items that require many instructions as many cannot read English Nonperishable Items to donate Canned goods Soups vegetables sauces and beans Boxes Rice cakes pancake mix beans and cereals Drinks Powdered milk powdered Kool-Aids and other mixes Baking Items Flour sugar baking powder etc

30 April Military Child Appreciation Day Everyone wears PURPLE 1 May Free Book Swap by PTSA Please bring in some books to exchange for others 900-1100 2 May VES student Talent Show 9 am and 1 pm for students amp 6 pm for parents In the annex 15 May Popcorn Friday - 25 cent popcorn 15 May Lionrsquos Den will be held at 830 am in the annex Topic is 15 May Early Acceleration Withdrawal Parents are asked to bring in a copy of the orders 16 May 4th amp 5th Grade Spring Dance sponsored by VES Student Council 16 May STEAM Day at VES with Lego Exhibition In the annex 19 May 5th Grade trip to NMS 830 am Students will get an idea of the transition to middle school 20 May VES Volunteer Recognition Breakfast 830-930 am 20 May Kindergarten Orientation 130 pm in the annex All incoming new K parents are invited 22 May Fun Run The Vilseck Elementary School will be holding their 4th Annual Feet For Freedom 3K Fun RunWalk at 9 am Families are invited to participate 23 May frac12 Day for Students ndash Staff Development Day 26 May No School ndash Memorial Day 29 May Free Book Swap by PTSA 9-11 am Bring a book to swap 5 June Young Authors 230 pm in the MPR Parents can come and listen to the student authors 5 June Last Day for Sure Start Students 6 June Field Day-All day for All students 10 June Awards Ceremony for all grades 10 June Dining at the Ritz Parent invitations will be sent home 12 June Last day for Students An Ice Cream Social at lunch will occur for Perfect Attendance 12 June Awards Ceremony for 4

th and 5

th graders

13 June Last day for Teachers

MFLC consultants at Vilseck Elementary School Dear VES Community As you know we have two Military Family Life Consultants (MFLC) at our school who are here to support our school by assisting with many aspects one of which is assisting our communityrsquos family needs Starting on May 2

nd at 145 our

MFLCs will be hosting interested parents and community members many topicsissuesconcerns that may be happening in your home and with your children We invite you to VES on any or all of these scheduled dates The topics and dates for you are May 2 Scream Free Parenting Learn How to Avoid Power Struggles and Get to ldquoYESrdquo May 9 Wish List for Children Goal Setting and Building Resiliency in Your Child May 16 Roots and Wings Exploring Developmental Stages for Children May 23 Red Hot Reader Ideas to Improve Parent-Child Communication May 30 WinWin Do you want to be Right or Happy Strategies for Helping Your Child Cope with Anger June 6 Warm Welcomes for Expanding Families Ideas for Introducing a New Baby and Other New Family

members to your child Please take advantage of one or more sessions and visit with our MFLC They are ready and willing to help you with concerns you may have that are not on this list and are available to you at any time Please contact the main office if you have any questions -- Scott W Finlay

Child Find What is child-find screening Preschool Child Find is a developmental screening for children ages 3-5 identifying children with developmental delays or other special education needs What is the process A Child Find team made up of the preschool special needs service provider speech and language pathologists and the occupational therapist screen the children for developmental delays These free screenings take place monthly How does it work Parent submits the Child Find questionnaire (which they can pick up in the office or find on the school website) they are set up with an appointment for the screening When they come in for the screening the child must first pass a vision and hearing screen by our school nurse Then they are screened by the team If the child is suspected of having any delays the team will refer them for further formal evaluation Why is it important When learning challenges are identified at a young age early intervention can help the child with learning tasks If parents are interested what do they need to do They can go to the schoolrsquos website and find the link for Child Find Under that link is a questionnaire they need to fill out and email back to the email address provided on the form Someone will be in contact with them within 48 hours If they do not hear back please contact the school at 09662 832812 DSN 476-2812 and let them know what happened (Just in case the email was rejected as SPAM) Vilseck Elementary School Sure Start Program Sure Start is a preschool program for at risk military families We provide education health nutrition and social services Children who are age four by September 1 are selected using specific criteria Ranks E-1 to E-4 have priority Parent involvement is mandatory Applications for the 2014-15 school year are available now at Vilseck Elementary School School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon-Fri 7 am-4 pm Mon-Fri 825 am-235 pm CIV 09662-83-2812 2673 DSN 476-28122673

Netzaberg Elementary School 30 April Purple Up Wear as much purple as you can for Month of the Military Child 7 May Talent Show MPR 5 pm 23 May frac12 day for students Early release at 11 am Lunch will NOT be served this day 26 May NO SCHOOL Memorial Day 12 June frac12 day of school Last day of school for students Sure Start A preschool program for at risk military families we provide education health nutrition and social services Children who are age four by September 1 are selected using specific criteria Ranks E-1 to E-4 have priority Parent involvement is mandatory Applications for the 20142015 school year are available NOW at the Netzaberg Elementary School main office 09645-9179185 or 472-9185 Talent Show The Talent Show will be on May 7 at 500 pm in the MPR POC is Patti Daniel at 09645-917-9183 PE Mr Gray our PE teacher is asking for BOYS sport shoe donations He needs boys sized shoes 8 9 10 11 12 and 13 only He needs 2 pairs of each size Many kids forget their sport shoes and this way Mr Gray can loan them a pair for class Library Our school librarian Dinah Tague would love volunteers to help out in the library She needs people willing to wash books straighten shelves label books take pictures and create bulletin boards

Attendance If your student is going to be late or absent please email us at our new email address NetzabergESattendaneudodeaedu OR call 09645-917-91849183 DSN 472-91849183 by 0830 Bus Office If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student please contact Mr Jimmy Avery or Mr James Moss at the SBO office CIV 09645-917-9254 DSN 472-9254

Child Find Do you have questions about your childrsquos development (ages 3-5 years) For further information on Child

Find developmental screenings at Netzaberg Elementary School please call CIV 09645-917-9185 or DSN 472-9185

Check us out on Facebook here School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon- Fri 730 amndash330 pm Mon- Fri 8 am-235 pm CIV 09645-917-91854 DSN 472-9184

Netzaberg Middle School 30 April PURPLE UP amp DANCE For Month of the Military Child - 225 pm flash mob (blacktop) 15 May Earliest Date for Acceleration Program 21 May Spring Choir Concert ndash 630 pm 23 May Early Dismissal (Students Dismissed at 1110 am) 26 May No School - Federal Holiday 28 May Music Around the World Concert ndash 545 pm 30 May Night of Theater ndash 6 pm 11 June Field Day 12 June Last Day of School ndash Students Dismissed at 1110 am Are you PCSing soon Please contact Mrs Zenaida Ferdinand-Bessant so she can assist you with your transition 09645-917-9229 (DSN 472 9229) Option 3 Student Absent Please e-mail or call Mr Chris Campbell at WillisCampbelleudodeaedu if your student is going to be absent from school If a student is late a parentguardian must come to the office to sign them in 09645-917-9229 DSN 472 9229 Option 1 Bus Office If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student please contact Mr Jimmy Avery or Mr James Moss at the SBO office 09645-917-9229 DSN 472 9229 Option 5 Find us on Facebook Like our Facebook page and you will always have access to the most update information about your studentrsquos school We will also be able to upload photos from the various activities School Office Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 730 am - 4 pm CIV 09645-917-9229 DSN 472-9229

Vilseck High School 3 May SAT Testing 5 ndash 16 May AP Exams 14 May Spring Choir Concert (7 pm VHS MPR) 15 May Spring BandOrchestra Concert (7 pm VHS MPR) 17 May Prom (Changed from 10 May) 21 May 8

th grade visit to Vilseck HS

26 May Memorial Day No school 3 June Baccalaureate 5 June Graduation 6 ndash 12 June Final Exams 12 June Students last day 13 June Teacher Workday - no students Testing Schedules You can find the different exam schedules by going to httpwwwvils-hseudodeaedu and clicking on the link on the calendar on the home page Spring Sports schedule is now at httpwwwvils-hseudodeaedu SAC Committee VHS SAC Committee meets every 2

nd Monday of each month while school is in session Minutes of the

previous meetings can be found on our school website at httpwwwvils-hseudodeaeduSAChtml School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm Mon-Fri 810 am-3 pm CIV 09662-832864 Fax 09662-832480 DSN 476-2864

Pens and pencils Rubber eraser

Colored pencils

Glue (sticks bottled) Pocket folders

Highlighters

Book bag or backpack Spiral notebooks

Plastic supply box

Notebook dividers Bound composition book

Gym shoes

Notebook-3-ring binder Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Planners

Paper-loose leaf

Crayons Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paperndashgraph Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer Locks (as required)

Copy-Printer Paper

Pens and pencils Rubber eraser

Colored pencils

Glue (sticks bottled) Pocket folders

Highlighters

Book bag or backpack Spiral notebooks

Plastic supply box

Notebook dividers Bound composition book

Gym shoes

Notebook-3-ring binder Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Planners

Paper-loose leaf

Crayons Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paperndashgraph Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer Locks (as required)

Copy-Printer Paper

Pens and pencils Rubber eraser

Colored pencils

Glue (sticks bottled) Pocket folders

Highlighters

Book bag or backpack Spiral notebooks

Plastic supply box

Notebook dividers Bound composition book

Gym shoes

Notebook-3-ring binder Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Planners

Paper-loose leaf

Crayons Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paperndashgraph Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer Locks (as required)

Copy-Printer Paper

Was ist Los

Get involved in the local scene Does not indicate endorsement by the US Government

Flea markets

Every Sat 6 am - 4 pm in 93059 Regensburg inside the building at Am Protzenweiher 27 ph 0941-82-933 The market will not take place on German holidays Every second Sat of the month 6 am - 3 pm in 90443 Nuremburg Groszligparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraszlige corner Humboldtstraszlige Every third Sat of the month 7 am - 230 pm in 92224 Amberg Kaufland-Parkplatz An den Franzosenaeckern Every third Sun of the month 8 am - 4 pm Troumldel- amp Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg) at the Globus DITY store Pommernstraszlige 4

Spring Volksfest Now ndash 11 May Nuumlrnberg is hosting the largest Volksfest in northern Bavaria At the Fruumlhlingsfest youll find loads of

entertainment for the young and still-young And plenty of Franconian and Bavarian delicacies and beverages in the stalls and beer tents There is also a Rock House Tent a Frankendorf and the Altes Brathaus Opening hours are Monday Tuesday and Thursday 2 - 11 pm Wednesday (family day) 1 - 11 pm Friday 2 pm ndash midnight Saturday 1 pm ndash midnight and Sunday 1030 am - 11 pm On the last day 1030 am - 1130 pm Family days with reduced fares are held on both Wednesdays 1 - 8 pm

Funfair Spring Volksfest Now - 4 May in 92637 Weiden at the new Festplatz on Conrad-Roumlntgen-Straszlige

The booths and rides are open 2 pm - midnight music will only play until 11 pm Family day with reduced fares is Wednesday afternoon A big fireworks display will take place on Friday at around 10 pm

Tag der Arbeit = Labor Day in Germany

1 May Today is Tag der Arbeit = Labour Day in Germany = a Federal holiday All German stores and authorities off-

post are closed as are all on-post facilities (non-food) with a predominantly local national workforce

Street Market and Weiszligwurst Breakfast Walpurgismarkt 1 May 8 am - midday in 93149 Nittenau on Hauptstraszlige and adjacent Kirchplatz and Marktplatz (ca 30 km 20 miles

NE of Regensburg) Weiszligwurst is a sweet-tasting sausage made of veal and pork seasoned very mildly with parsley and eaten with sweet mustard Not everyones taste Because of the lack of refrigeration in the past the freshly-made sausages had to be eaten before the bell rings midday This tradition has persisted even with the introduction of cooling devices It is certainly worth trying the Bavarian tradition Parking A large central car park is located on Jahnstraszlige

Raising of the Maypole and Fun Run 1 May 10 am at the Oberpfaumllzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neustadt Dont forget to buy some of the

highly popular Museumsbrot fresh bread that is baked in the outdoor stone oven at the Schallerhof building and that has received a number of awards already for its taste freshness and purity Admission is euro 5 pp a family ticket for the day is euro 11 Regular opening hours are Tuesday - Sunday 10 am - 6 pm (last admission at 5 pm) Closed on Mondays unless that Monday is a German holiday

German American Kontakt Club Vilseck visits Deutsch-Amerikanisches Volksfest Hohenfels 3 May Join in and visit with us the German American Volksfest in Hohenfels We will meet at 3 pm at the Edeka

Parking Lot in Vilseck and drive to Hohenfels by our POVs Have a great time and celebrate German American Friendship We are going to meet the Hohenfels Kontakt Club members at the festival Address Edeka Grocery Store Parking Lot downtown Vilseck 92249 Vilseck httpswwwfacebookcomevents202797839929332 Info 0152-53634269

A bit of home - Pro Wrestling 3 May Pro Wrestling will return to the Mehrzweckhalle in Roth when the German Wrestling Promotion (GWP) presents

Focus on Optimum II This awesome event will feature stars like Bobby Lashley (Franklin Lashley) from the US who is not only a former WWE-superstar and current TNA- and MMA-superstar but also a several time US-Military-Champion in

Amateur Wrestling formerly living in Nuumlrnberg and stationed in its region Furthermore the event will include Petey Williams from Canada Douglas Williams from the UK (both appeared several years at TNA Wrestling) and much more high-class German and European talent Dont miss the Action US-Soldiers and their families will receive a special discount in advance sales (ending on May 2nd 2014) Interested Just contact us via Email (infogwp-wrestlingde) Phone (Tickethotline 09171896112) or Fax (09171896113) and get the information about the special pricing (standard pricing is included on the 2 pictures) Doors open on May 3rd 2014 in the Mehrzweckhalle Roth (Peter-Henlein-Str 1) at 6 pm CET the event will expectedly start at 7 pm CET You can find the current matchcard on the following links httpwwwgwp-wrestlingdepage_id=7 httpswwwfacebookcomevents237843589706147fref=ts

Special Sales Ramadama 3 May 9 am - 2 pm in 91074 Herzogenaurach on Hauptstraszlige and the surrounding roads (ca 30 km 20 miles NW

of Nuumlrnberg) The local stores will offer special sales and fun activities for all

Bicycle Fair 3 May 9 am - 2 pm in 91074 Herzogenaurachon Marktplatz (ca 30 km 20 miles NW of Nuumlrnberg) Everything you

need for the beginning of the cycling season

Blue Night 3 May in 90403 Nuumlrnberg Starts at 7 pm The museums and culture institutes in Nuumlrnbergrsquos city center will be open for

visitors all night long until the early Sunday morning hours In addition special light installations and effects will plunge the whole area into blue light (only GE) providing the perfect background for various performances More info also at ph 0911-231-2000

Trade Fair 3-4 May 10 am - 6 pm both days in 92507 Nabburg in and around the Nordgauhalle Turnhallenweg 16 (ca 30 km

19 miles south of Weiden) For only euro 2 entry fee per adult (children under 16 are free) you will find not only the latest information on renovating and decorating your home you will also get great entertainment for both children and adults They will have a viewing tower child care a tank exhibit by the Bundeswehr shows and music This Gewerbeschau (only GE) offers great products from local manufacturers

Horses Day 4 May 11 am - 5 pm at the open-air museum Hohenloher Freilandmuseum in 74523 Schwaumlbisch Hall -

Wackershofen on Dorfstraszlige 53 ph 0791-97-1010 The museum is ca 75 km 46 miles west of Ansbach The beautiful horses will compete with each other in a number of contests but you can also watch them doing traditional farm work Furthermore you can watch a blacksmith put horseshoes on the animals and you can go on a ride in a horse-drawn carriage

Quads and ATVs 9 amp 10 May at the Pullman City Fun Park in 94535 Eging am See Ruberting 30 ph 0854-497-490 (ca 100 km 62

miles SE of Regensburg) Its all about dirt vehicles this weekend Much to the delight of the visitors the participants will compete on a dirt trail just outside the Western Town On Friday at 8 pm though it is the cowboys and Native Americans who will compete there with lassos and archery followed by live music from Dispatch Skulls with Southern and Country Rock Saturday the participants finally get to go around the dirt trail Spectacular jumps and daring stunts are a must as are hill climbing and quad pulling A trade show in the arena will offer you anything you want for your quad or ATV Saturday afternoon the participants will leave and take a tour of the area but visitors can enjoy the Grand American History Show on Main Street at 330 pm On Saturday evening at 830 pm there will be a big farewell party with live music from Hats On

Funfair Mai-Dult = Spring Volksfest 9 ndash 25 May in 93059 Regensburg Dultplatz Am Europakanal Open 1 - 11 pm every day Family days are always

held on Wednesdays Brilliant firework displays on both Fridays at around 10 pm The Warendult (outdoor market) next to the Volksfest is open daily 11 am - 10 pm On offer are a large variety of high-quality products from traditional Bavarian clothing (Trachten) to kitchenware and spices

Country Music ndash The Crown Jewels in Concert

10 May in 95484 Warmensteinach Treffpunkt zum Hans ndash Begins at 8 pm Entry fee is euro6 at the doors or euro5 pre-order

Pre-Order your tickets at Tourist-Information Warmensteinach 092771401 Music between Hank Williams and Dixie

Chicks ndash Join in for some Two Steppinrsquo httpswwwfacebookcomTreffpunktZumHans

South-German Cheese Market 10 amp 11 May 10 am - 6 pm at the open-air museum Hohenloher Freilandmuseum in 74523 Schwaumlbisch Hall -

Wackershofen on Dorfstraszlige 53 ph 0791-97-1010 Your GPS might find it under Moorwiesenweg 1 if the maps are brand-new The museum is ca 75 km 46 miles west of Ansbach A large car park is on-site Around 10000 visitors come to the Kaumlsemarkt every year to sample the various delicious cheeses made according to a similar Reinheitsgebot (purity law) as beer Over 200 different cheeses on offer Admission Adults euro7 children 6 ndash 16 euro5 A family ticket (both parents plus children under 17) euro16 one-Parent-Ticket with children under 17 euro9 children under 6 are free Opening hours during the main season 1 May - 30 September open daily 9 am - 6 pm

Classical Music in Weiden Messa da Requiem by Giuseppe Verdi 10 May Enoch zu Guttenberg the Orchestra of the KlangVerwaltung Munich and the Neubeuern present the Verdi

requiem at 8 pm in the Max-Reger-Halle in Weiden This is a charity event Proceeds of the concert go to environmental protection organizations in Northern Bavaria Tickets are euro29 each and available at Der Neue Tag newspaper phone 0961-85-550 or online to print out yourself at wwwoberpfalznetzdent-ticket For more information go to wwwenochzuguttenbergde

Street Market and Open Stores 11 May Jubilatemarkt 1030 am - 6 pm in 92637 Weiden Altstadt (historic city center) Fuszliggaumlngerzone (pedestrian

zone) Stores will be open 1 - 6 pm

Fest Schlossgraben-Fest 11 May 11 am - 6 pm in 91074 Herzogenaurach pathway and little park behind Steinweg 5 (ca 30 km 20 miles

NW of Nuumlrnberg) A little fest to extend a warm welcome by the locals Food and drinks as well as typical Franconian music will create a special atmosphere

THE COLOR RUNtrade is coming to Nuremberg 25 May THE COLOR RUNtrade is literally a party sport event THE COLOR RUNtrade also known as bdquoThe Happiest 5k on

the Planetldquo is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness happiness and individuality You donrsquot have to reach the best running time - it is more about having a great time and itrsquos a 3 miles un-timed race in which thousands of participants - the COLOR RUNNERStrade - are doused from head to toe in different colors at each kilometer For more information check out the Facebook page httpswwwfacebookcomTheColorRunNuernberg or Send us a mail kontaktthecolorruncom or call us 030 24356099

Beachparty Dieszligfurt 31 May in Dieszligfurt The party area is open for about 2000 people where DJ MC Hollywood will play the best of Rap amp

RnB DJ Alex Estevez does the Electronic Music part See you on the beach

Fresh Produce Farmersrsquo Markets Note If any of the listed days is a German holiday the markets are usually held the day prior In 92224 Amberg every Wednesday Friday and Saturday 7 am-1230 pm on the Marktplatz In 91522 Ansbach every Wednesday and Saturday 8 am-1 pm on Martin-Luther-Platz In addition to the regular fresh produce markets local farmers offer their fresh goods every first and third Saturday of the month at the farmers market on Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Platz (same opening hours) Great opportunity to buy seasonal produce as fresh as it gets In Bamberg Monday thru Saturday 7 am-6 pm on Maxplatz Closed on Sundays and German holidays In Neumarkt every Thursday and Saturday in Untere Marktstraszlige Thursday 10 am-7 pm Saturday 8 am-1 pm In Parsberg every Wednesday and Friday on Stadtplatz Wednesday 7 am-midday Friday 2-6 pm In Regensburg every Saturday 7 am-1 pm at the Donaumarkt (right next to the Eiserne Bruumlcke Iron Bridge) Closest car park is Unterer Woumlhrd (and a short walk across Eiserne Bruumlcke) or Dultplatz and Oberer Woumlhrd (walk across the Steinerne Bruumlcke Stone Bridge and turn left)

In 92637 Weiden every Wednesday and Saturday 7 am -1230 pm Oberer and Unterer Markt all around the Altes Rathaus (historic city hall pedestrian zone) In 97070 Wuumlrzburg Monday thru Saturday 7 am-1 pm on Rathausplatz Closed on Sundays and German holidays

Off-post movies in English Want to see a movie thatrsquos not playing on post Two movie theaters in Nuremberg play films in OV (original version) which for American movies means in English Check out the Roxy a small theater with only two screens or Cinecitta a larger theater with some films playing in OV

Useful links in English for everyday life in Germany

Find German zip codes German Posts website Find German phone numbers Das Telefonbuch English Historic Germany httpwwwhhogde Loads of information about Germany language and customs httpgermanaboutcom

German-American Kontakt Club The Vilseck Kontakt Club meets every Friday at 7 pm for Stammtisch at the Club House Rose Barracks Bldg 301 Those interested in the Vilseck Club please register with Daniel Koenig or sign up with the Vilseck Kontakt Club at the website by filling out the Mitgliedsantrag (Member registration form) The Grafenwoehr Kontakt Club meets every Monday for bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center and every Wednesday for Stammtisch at the Clubhouse For more on the Graf Club call CIV DSN 475-7878 09641-83-7878 or email

Trivia Die Eisheiligen (Ice or Frost Saints) 11 - 15 May The Eisheiligen is a period at the beginning of May known for its cold spell It is named so after the feast days of Saints see Wikipedia or the Velcome Fisitor blog for further explanation As is so often the case with common wisdoms there is a grain of truth in this belief of a cold spell during the days of the Saints in about 7 out of 10 years there is indeed a cold spell in Germany beginning to mid-May Gardeners are wise not to plant anything in their gardens before mid-May or at

least to ensure they have protection for the young seedlings from sudden frosts at night