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Check for updates on community news information and events at wwwgrafenwoehrarmymil

911 Remembrance September 9 The community is invited to a small but dignified event on Friday

Sept 9 at 4 pm in the vicinity of the flagpoles in front of the JMTC Headquarters Bldg Event will include a retreat ceremony and lying of the wreath

911 Freedom Run September 11 Join the community for the 911 miles911 Kilometer90011

meters Freedom Run to commemorate the terrorist attacks of September 11 2001 while honoring those who have and continue to serve in defense of our country

Run starts at the Main Post Physical Fitness Center at 911 am The 911 Mile Run for serious runners a 911 kilometer RunWalk for those with

children pets or strollers who want to participate and a 90011 meter course for small children along with sport activities for small children Registered runners will receive a

commemorative 911 Freedom Run T-shirt Registration is onsite from 7 ndash 945 am

For more information call the Sports amp Fitness Office at DSN 475-8207

Community Highlights

Special programs updates community campaigns classes and more

Soldiers now authorized to wear uniforms off-post during lunch hours Soldiers may wear uniforms between the hours of 11 am and 2 pm during duty day off-post

Mail Delay Update The backlog of mail that was caused by Hurricane Irene has pretty much processed through the system and has been delivered to our location The only class of mail that may still be affected is 4th Class Bulk Rate Standard mail (cheapest rate for sending packages catalogs) that leaves New Jersey by boat and takes 4- 6 weeks to arrive here in Germany We may experience a delay in receiving that mail 1 week later than normal once it transits the system Please contact your local Postal Representative for questions

Estate Claim Sgt Harmon Anyone having claims on or obligations to the estate of Sgt Matthew A Harmon Alpha Company 1-2 IN 172nd SIB should contact 2LT Bryant L Watson at DSN 475-9274 or email

Frankfurt Gateway Receptions Center Airport Bus Did you know that there is a FREE bus that leaves for the Frankfurt Airport from Rose Barracks At 5 am Mon-Fri (except federal holidays) a bus departs the Kristall Inn Bldg 275 Rose Barracks (Please arrive at least 15 minutes early) The estimated arrival time to the Frankfurt International Airport is 11 am The bus is open to all personnel with an ID card and passport Family members without an ID card may also use the service but they must be accompanied to and from the airport by an ID card holder and will travel on a space available basis For more DSN 476-2283 The return bus (on a space available basis) travels from the Sheraton Hotel in Frankfurt to Rose Barracks daily between 1030 ndash 1130 am and 230 - 330 pm Incoming Soldiers have first priority For more on the free return bus trip contact the Frankfurt USO at CIV 069691581

AFN BavariaThe Exchange Photo Contest Share your photos of Bavaria with us on the AFN Bavaria Facebook page Post pictures you take of places yoursquove visited or people yoursquove met in Bavaria and you can win Monthly winners will win a $25 Exchange Gift Card The grand prize winner who takes the photo of the year will win a $100 gift card toward a new digital camera

Contest Rules-Photos may be uploaded to our Facebook page (wwwfacebookcomafnbavaria) at anytime -Winners will be selected based on the number of likes their photo receives from our Facebook fans -Monthly winners will be selected no later than the end of the first week of the month -Monthly winners will automatically be entered into the photo of the year competition No additional submissions will be accepted -Only one photo entry will be accepted per person during contest month however you can resubmit the same photo the following month if it has not already won The exception is the photo of the year contest The grand prize winner will be selected no later than the end of January -Photos must be suitable for sharing in a public forum (G rated) -AFN reserves the right to re-publish your photo for use within the contest or for promotional purposes -By submitting a photo you are verifying that it is a photo you took -Prizes will be provided by The Exchange

Comics on Duty That Guy campaign 8 Sept 2 pm Main Post Tower Theater 7 pm Rose Barracks Warrior Zone Featuring the comedic styles of Paul

Ogata Danny Villalpando JR Brow and Tom Foss More info at wwwthatguycom

Army Lodging Grafenwoehr- Hotel Grand Opening 19 Sept 2 pm The USAG Grafenwoehr Army Lodging proudly announces the Grand Opening of the new Army

Lodging Hotel Be our guest ndash explore the new hotel offering a total of 136 guest rooms 72 Standard Guest rooms 48 Family Suites and 18 Guest rooms for Extended Stay Room sizes vary from approximately 28 square meters to 42 square meters divided up on 3 floors

Record your 2011 Holiday Greeting message 21 Sept Main Post Exchange 11 am ndash 7 pm

22 amp 23 Sept Rose Barracks commissary 11 am ndash 7 pm Any member of the US Armed Forces qualifies to do a greeting This includes service members civilian employees and their families Military members doing greetings must be in uniform (except for headgear) no exceptions If the military member is deployed hisher spouse (and children) may record the greeting Spanish greetings also available For more email

Monthly Community Huddle 22 Sept The Community Huddle is a monthly meeting for all community members to find out the latest info on

programs events construction updates and other important issues Hosted by Col Vann Smiley USAG Grafenwoehr commander the Community Huddle will be held 1130 am to 1 pm at Rose Barracks Bldg 134 Garrison directors and subject matter experts will brief topics and answer questions

Hohenfels Community Bazaar 23 ndash 25 Sept Living in Europe is every shopperrsquos dream The 2011 Hohenfels Community Bazaar will bring more than

30 vendors from all over Europe to USAG Hohenfels Sept 23-25 Vendors will be selling French wine Belgian antiques Italian leather Polish pottery and much more at the Community Activities Center and Post Gym This annual bazaar is a major fundraiser for the Hohenfels Community and Spouses Club that last year awarded more than $13000 in scholarships and $31000 in welfare grants Shop for a good cause beginning Friday Sept 23 11 am-7 pm Saturday Sept 24 10 am-7 pm Sunday Sept 25 noon-5 pm For more visit wwwHohenfelsCSCcom

Hispanic Heritage Month celebration 24 Sept Grafenwoehr Military Community celebration of the 2011 Hispanic Heritage Month culminates with a

commemorative observance La Fiesta The festivities will take place at the Main Post Field House Bldg 547 12 pm - 5 pm There will be a variety of cultural educational aspects from static displays and performances to delicious ethnic food samples This is a free event open to the public Come out and experience the culture

ReEntry A play about coming home suicide prevention 26 Sept 930 am Main Post Tower Theater 2 pm Rose Barracks Exchange Theater Presented by the

American Records Theater For more information on the suicide prevention interactive stage performances contact the

USAREUR G1 Soldier and Family Readiness Branch at 370-8060 or 06221-57-8060

Special training session for all CFC unit representatives 26 Sept 2 pm in the Main Post Bldg 533 Conference Room Training will last approximately 1 amp12 hours For more

Ms Christine Nunez DSN 475-8432 email The 2011 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) - Overseas celebrates 50 years of giving and runs Oct 3 - Dec 2

New supervisoremployee EEO and anti-harassment training 29 Aug 9 ndash 10 am Grafenwoehr EEO Office Bldg 537 at the Conference Room

All new DAC supervisorsemployees are encouraged to attend initial classroom EEO and Anti- Harassment training Also new military supervisors of civilian employees are encouraged to attend This training also includes an overview of the EEO complaints process the NO FEAR Act Alternative Dispute Resolution (Mediation) and Reasonable Accommodation Please notify the EEO office in advance at 475-6390 or email to register for the training If you would like to schedule the EEOAnti-Harassment training at your worksite please call the EEO office at DSN 475-83606390

USAG Grafenwoehr Military Retiree Appreciation Day 21 Oct 7 am ndash 3 pm Main Post Bldgs 244 amp 475 If you need assistance with pay records postal services legal and customs if you have questions about benefits or need medical and dental attention join us at the Retiree Appreciation Day Additionally the day is a great way to meet other retirees from your area make friends and share survival tactics for living in Germany Medical Services available from 7 am ndash 3 pm and include 1 Immunizations Tetanus Shingles Pneumovax and Flu

2 Womens health Mammography (Mobil Mamovan only if there is enough interest) BY APPOINTMENT ONLY For well woman exam appointments call the USA Health Clinic Vilseck 09662-83-2882 or DSN 476-2882 State that the appointment is for the Retiree Appreciation Day 3 Blood pressure checks 4 Blood sugar test (A1C) 5 TRICARE benefits advisor on site 6 Nutrition information 7 Diabetic foot screening 8 Order glasses you have a prescription less than one year old 9 Hearing test 10 Medication refill if you have a current prescription 11 Some basic new prescriptions for acute issue ie sinusitis allergies (No new long term medications) 12 Basic eye exams with new glasses prescription Follow-up appointments can be made for dilation Dental Services include 1 Exams 2 Cleanings 3 Oral Cancer Screenings exams For more call the USAG Grafenwoehr Retirement Service Officer DSN 475-8539 8709 CIV 09641-83-8539

Winterrsquos coming prepare your vehicle Every year in October US Forces in Germany participate in the International Motor Vehicle Lighting Equipment Campaign German garages Exchange Car Care Centers and most US Forces Vehicle Inspection Stations will be conducting courtesy (cost free) inspections to check vehicle lighting systems to include headlights taillights fog lights and turn signals In addition to the lighting inspection AAFES Car Care Centers will also inspect windshield wipers exhaust systems and tires The International Motor Vehicle Lighting Equipment Campaign is part of the US Army Europe and Germany Fight the Risk joint traffic safety campaign For more wwwfight-the-riskarmymil

Vilseck has permanent ldquono questions askedrdquo amnesty point A no questions asked amnesty point is now offered indefinitely at the ASP 1 front gate area open 7 am - 330 pm Monday through Friday For more Carl Thomas at DSN 476-4125

Suicide Prevention Awareness Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 475-LIFE Visit our website for more on suicide prevention Suicide prevention sexual assault or just a friendly earhellip you are never alone Professionals are available to counsel you in confidence Getting help is a sign of strength 24 Hour Community Hotlines Chaplain Hotline 0162-296-0838 Military Police Hotline 09662-83-114 Sexual Assault Hotline 0162-296-0661 and Emergency Services 09641-83-117

Find us on Facebook USAG Grafenwoehr Army Community Service VFW Tower Post 10692 MWR Main Post and Rose Barracks Postal Service Centers Graf Dog community the EXCHANGE AFN Bavaria Performing Arts Center

Grafenwoehr Chaplains Main Post DFAC 172 Infantry Brigade BMEDDAC and 2SCR

Postal Advisory Prohibited Matters and Restrictions Spent ammunitions shells or similar war trophies are strictly prohibited from being mailed from any APOFPO Military Post Office ZIP Code This change is necessary to prevent false positive hits during inspections by airport airline and US Custom Service personnel This prohibition also applies to replicas of these items even when modified to be inert For example shell casingbullet belt buckles hand grenade paperweights pistols and handguns mounted on plaques etc Rationale Replica or expended items even when modified to be inert still show up as dangerous illegal and hazardous materials when x-rayed and still present the potential to shut down disrupt or jeopardize mail passing through military civilian and international mail systems Please be aware that all mail requiring flight will be pass through x-ray in Frankfurt and any prohibited items will be returned to sender with possible law enforcement Customs involvement Please contact your local Customs or Post Office for further details

Reminder Esso card has expiration date Be advised the fuel card plastic just like any other debit or credit card has a maximum validity period of three years To avoid interruption of service please check the date on the lower right hand corner of your fuel card Please verify the month and year of expiration and if needed return to a Fuel Card Issuing Location where they will replace your card

Army Community Services (ACS)

Contact Army Community Services (ACS) Main Post DSN 475-8371 CIV 09641-83-8371 Rose Barracks DSN 476-2650 CIV 09662-83-2650 ACS is now on Facebook and Twitter (Follow GRAF ACS) or email grafacseurarmymil for info

Our August and September ACS E-Newsletter is out Check it out by visiting httpissuucomusag_grafenwoehr_acsdocsjuly_august_e__newsletter

Please pre-register for all ACS classes

ACS QR CODE If you have a Smartphone or iPhone download a QR decoder app Take a snapshot of the code with your phone and the code automatically direct you to the ACS section of the Garrison webpage A quick and easy way to access our information and that of the USAG Grafenwoehr Garrison

Mobilization and Deployment 12 Sept FRG FUN (Facilitate Unite and Network) 930-1130 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 14 Sept POC Training 10-11 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 19-21 Sept FRG Basic Course 9 am-2 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 221 Room 207 27 Sept FRG Forum 9 -1130 am Main Post Chapel Annex 28 Sept POWER Training 9 am-4 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322

New Parent Support Program Infant Massage 30 Sept 7 14 21 amp 28 Oct 1030 am-noon Netzaberg Teen Center Bond with your baby in this 5 session class while learning IAIM (International Association of Infant Massage) with a professional and certified Infant Massage Instructor Learn techniques to help relieve tension gas and colic through relaxing infant massage Pre-registration is required by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 This class is for parents with babies ages 0 through 36 months

Great Expectations amp PreNatal Yoga 30 Sept 7 14 21 amp 28 Oct 4 Nov Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 New session for Great Expectations Start your session from 9-10 am with pre-natal yoga Great expectations class is 10-1130 am If you are a parent expecting a baby whether it is your first or not look no further This class will answer questions that the books do not Learn hands-on techniques from how to hold a baby to putting on and adjusting an infant carrier and more

Newborn Network Every Tuesday 1-3 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 You are not alone Join other new parents for coffee and tea to discuss the challenges of being a new parent Registered Nurse and Lactation Counselor are available to answer all your questions Network have fun and meet friends

Hospital Tours Every 2

nd Tuesday of every other month Visit Amberg meet at 545 pm in the Weiden hospital lobby

Every 1st

Wednesday Visit Weiden meet at 545 pm in the Weiden hospital lobby Every 4

th Wednesday Visit Sulzbach-Rosenberg meet at 545 pm in the Sulzbach-Rosenberg hospital lobby

For Parents with children ages 0 through 3 Every Tuesday Playgroup 930 - 11 am Main Post Chapel Annex Every Wednesday Playgroup 930 - 11 am Rose Barracks Chapel

Love amp Logic Every Wednesday (through 21 Sept) For parent(s) with child(ren) 6 through 12 1230-2 pm Main Post Chapel Annex

ACS Readiness classes

Financial Readiness 12 Sept Money Management 1-3 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322 14 Sept Investing Training 103 530-7 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322

19 Sept Checking Account Maintenance 1-3 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322 29 Aug Home Buying Seminar 530-7 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322

Employment Readiness 12 14 19 21 amp 26 Sept GED Preparation Class 10-1130 am Rose Barracks Chapel Annex 13 Sept Resume Writing amp USA Staffing Class 130-230 pm USO Main Post Bldg 150 14 Sept Interview Skills 130-230 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 26 Sept Social Security Briefing 1-3 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 134

Relocation Readiness English as a Second Language Every Tuesday at Main Post Chapel amp every Thursday at Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 10 am-noon This class is for Spouses of active duty military retirees and civilians whose native language is other than English This class is free of charge and ongoing Learn and embrace the American culture by starting with the language and meet new friends For more information call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email grafacseurarmymil

German as a Second Language 14 21 28 Sept amp 5 12 19 26 Basic German Class for Spouses of a deployed Soldier or Civilian 9-11 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Pre-registration is required Civilian Sponsorship Program 20 Sept 9-10 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Be the best civilian sponsor and make your peerrsquos experience a positive one Please pre-register as slots are limited by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email A Taste of Germany Cooking Class with Chef Sven 30 Sept 11 am ndash 2 pm Enjoy hands-on cooking with Chef Sven Please pre-register as slots are limited by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email 21-23 Sept Welcome to Bavaria Level I 9 am-4 pm Main Post Chapel Annex Bldg 140 15 Sept Welcome to Bavaria Level II Discover Weiden 9 am-4 pm (meet at Main Post ACS Bldg 244 Room 113) 29 Sept Hello amp Goodbye 3-430 pm Main Post ACS Bldg 244 Room 113 30 Sept a Taste of Germany Cooking Class with Chef Sven 11 am ndash 2 pm Enjoy hands-on cooking with Chef Sven Please pre-register as slots are limited by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email 30 Sept Lunch Bunch discovering Amberg markets cheese factory and more 10 am-2 pm meeting point is 10 am at Rose Barracks ACS bldg 322 Please bring enough Euro for your lunch

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Have questions Email EFMP directly 13 Sept EFMP 101 330-5 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 29 Sept EFMP Cooperative Lunch Hour noon-1 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 EFMP Preparation If your Soldier is receiving orders to another location it is not too early to start your Exceptional Family Member Program paperwork Family members can start the paperwork now Your local health care facility EFMP coordinator or the local Army Community Services EFMP manager can assist in determining what you need to do Remember if you have someone registered in EFMP the registration has to be updated every three years or when the condition changes

Resiliency Training 8 amp 15 Sept Post Deployment Resiliency Training 1-3 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322

12 - 14 Sept Resilience Training 8 am-3 pm Main Post Camp Normandy Bldg 3144

26 Sept Post Deployment Resiliency Training 10 am-noon Main Post Chapel Annex

28 Sept Post Deployment Resiliency Training 530-730 pm Main Post Bldg 244 Room 113

International Connection 29 Sept 10 am ndash noon Rose Barracks Bldg 322

Join ACS in discovering where YOUR community Spouses come from Learn about their cultures customs and traditions and have a bite to eat from the countries being represented This is a child friendly event and is free of charge For details please call DSN 476-2650 475-8371 or CIV 09662-83-2650 09641-83-8371 email

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 1 Oct 10 am ndash 1 pm Rose Barracks Cavalry Chapel

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is an international march to raise awareness about the prevention of violence against women October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and your ACS Family Advocacy Program is hosting the first European annual event Why High Heels The notion of men wearing high heels will likely evoke similar feelings that

victims of violence may feel or experience Pain embarrassment fear of judgment and instability are emotions felt by men walking in high heels as well as victims of violence Despite the underlining awareness of this event we want to make it positive educational and inspire our community to stand up against violence against women In FY10 there were 68 incidents of domestic violence and 26 sexual assaults that occurred right here in the USAG Grafenwoehr community The community is invited to cheer on 100 men in red high heels as well as walk 1 mile and participate in the activities to raise awareness about violence towards women Men who register have the option to reserve a pair of red high heels ranging from menrsquos shoe size 9 to 14 Group (Unit private organization agency club etc) with highest percentage of participation will be recognized Registration for all participants is required by visiting online For details please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 email or visit the website

Spouse Academy 4 - 6 Oct 9 am ndash 4 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 134

The first ever Spouse Academy is here The Academy is designed for Spouses who deal with Deployments and want to learn how to overcome the challenges in positive ways Registration begins September 1 through 23 and must be done in person at Rose Barracks ACS building 322 or Main Post ACS Satellite Office building 244 room 113 For details please call DSN 476-2650 475-8371 or CIV 09662-83-2650 09641-83-8371 email

Family Advocacy Program

Hotlines to help Sexual Assault Reporting 09662-83-3217 and Domestic Violence 09662-83-3218 or 09641-83-5130 Please contact us for a complete listing of programs and services offered

Military Life Consultants are here for you Military Life Consultants provide solution-oriented consultations to individuals couples families and groups They are designed to provide anonymous confidential support to Soldiers and their family members especially those returning from deployments To contact a military life consultant call Rose Barracks 0152-0294-0761 or Main Post 0152-0293-4290 0152-0241-5226 Monday through Friday 8 am ndash 8 pm

Army Family Action Plan

This is your chance to let your leadership and the Army know how things are AFAP is always taking your issues 11 increase in Basic Allowance for Housing Thank the person who submitted the AFAP issue New rule for transferability of GI Bill benefits to Spouses and children Thank the person who submitted the AFAP issue You have the opportunity to make changes to better the quality of life Submit your issues by sending an email (include what the issue is who it affects and what solution you may have to the issue) or call AFAP at DSN 476-2237 or CIV 09662-83-2237 The upcoming AFAP Conference is scheduled for November so donrsquot waste time submit your issue that can change the way things are Army wide

Volunteers and other help needed

Committee meetings for Hispanic Heritage Month 7 14 21 Sept Committee meetings for Hispanic Heritage Month Volunteers are needed for the planning coordinating

and execution of the annual observance La Fiesta We are looking for community members to perform an array of talents Meetings will be held every Wednesday at 6 pm Main Post Bldg 216 (Tax Center) For more SFC King at email DSN 475-8038 or Mr Miguel Caban email DSN 475-7285

Volunteer Super Sign Up 15 Sept 9 am ndash 1 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 134

Volunteer organizations will be on site to answer your questions and provide you information about the benefits and opportunities of volunteering Your ACS Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator will be available to assist you with online registration through the myarmyonesourcecom website For more call DSN 476-2797 or CIV 09662-83-2797 or email

Army Volunteer Corps

Becoming a volunteer is easy and fun Meet new people network gain experience and support your community Do you manage volunteers Are you an Organizational Point of Contact (OPOC) If your answer is yes we can teach you how manage and input your volunteer hours Stop by your AVC office located on Rose Barracks Bldg 221 Room 207

Have You Saved a Life Today Red Cross Needs Volunteers Do you have a background in the medical field or teaching field The American Red Cross is looking for qualified Volunteer Health and Safety Instructors for our community Call today to see if you qualify Health and Safety Instructors Volunteers teach lifesaving skills in the community Classes such as Babysitting CPR First Aid AED and other safety presentations Armed Forces Caseworkers Volunteers work with local members of the military and their families ensuring the delivery of emergency communications Health Fair Volunteers Volunteers staff a table at events in the community and engage those attending in conversations about preparedness and safety Office of Volunteers Volunteers assist with writing volunteer job descriptions setting up volunteer orientation courses conduct volunteer screening interviews help with volunteer placement record keeping and recognition For more Rose Barracks Red Cross CIV 09662-83-1760 DSN 476-1760 Main Post Red Cross CIV 09641-83-1760 DSN 475-1760

Seeking Emergency Placement Care Providers The children in the USAGG need you The Emergency Placement Care (EPC) Program trains individuals to become 24 hour providers for at risk children The community is in need of more providers as the number of children in imminent danger increased due to the deployment rotation of family members The training you receive will last you a lifetime and

help you build your experience and resume Call ACS 476‑2650 or 09662‑83‑2650

2011 Grafenwoehr Military Community College Fair Volunteers needed to represent their UniversityCollegeVocational School or other post high school agency Documents available to request information from your institute by contacting Ann Bruennig at DSN 475-1770 or email Event to take place Oct 5 5 ndash 7 pm

Sports Fitness Hobbies amp Recreation

Child Youth and School Services ndash CYSS Toddler Program at Netzaberg CDC Sept Part-Day Toddler Program ages 18 - 35 months 9 am - Noon

Part-Time Preschool Program ages 3 - 5 830 am - 130 pm Strong-Beginnings Pre-K Program ages 4 amp 5 830 - 1130 am

Contact CYSS Parent Central Services for details DSN 476-6656 DSN 476-2760

The SKIESUnlimited Program Creative classes for kids Rose Barracks Bldg 224 Register online

Tuesdays in Sept Drama class 345 - 445 pm

Designed to help children gain confidence and self-esteem while improving their verbal and public speaking abilities Students will participate in skits and activities that focus on movement and character development Ages 5-11

Thursdays in Sept Food Fun amp Fitness 345 - 445pm

Students will participate in workout routines and a variety of activities that promote fitness They will also participate in hands-on lessons involving healthy eating habits Students will have the opportunity to learn how to make healthy snacks and they will be able to take home the snacks they make Proper attire and shoes appropriate for moderate exercise are required Ages 5-11 Additional classes include Karate Tang So Do Korean Martial Arts Piano Private Lessons Guitar Private amp Group Lessons Violin Private amp Group Lessons Kindermusik Sign amp Sing Kindermusik ABC Music amp Me English Style Horseback riding Western Horseback riding Creative Movements Gymnastics Mommy amp Me Gymnastics Saturday Art Workshops Saturday Mommy amp Me Painting Workshop Drama Food Fun amp Fitness Community Theater The Little Red Hen Drivers Education and more Additionally we are currently looking for a gymnastics and piano instructor If you are interested in this position please contact CYSS Parent Central Services at DSN 476-2760 CIV 09662-83-2760 or online httpswebtracmwrarmymilwebtracGrafenwoehrcymshtml

CYSS Kids on Site Current Available at the Grafenwoehr Physical Fitness Center 2 sessions a day 830-10 am and 10- 1130 am NOTE You MUST Pre-register here with CYS Services or Online in order to participate A minimum of 5 children must be registered for this service to be provided

New Hourly Childcare Center

Opens 1 Oct Bldg 260 on Main Post Hourly care is also available at Rose Barracks CDC SACs FCC Homes and Kids on Site locations

Limited hourly care is available at Netzaberg CDC as space is available Call Parent Central Services to register or reserve hourly care online at httpswebtracmwrarmymil

Childcare Co-op A child care co-op sometime called childcare exchange is an increasingly popular option for budget-conscious parents with a large circle of friends In a co-op parents take turns watching each otherrsquos children One parent might watch another parentrsquos child on for instance Mondays or two half-days while another might watch the first parentrsquos children on a weekend evening or perhaps on Thursdays In some groups parents take turns watching everyone elsersquos children as a group while in others they watch one familyrsquos children at a time This keeps the cost of child care down and keeps kids in the hands of caregivers parents trust Interested Contact Parent Central Services today at DSN 475-6656 or DSN 476-

2760 Brochure available at wwwgrafenwoehrmwrcomcysscysshtml Free and Reduced-Price School Meals Your family may qualify for free or reduced-priced meals in DoDDS schools As a general guideline if your CYS fee is Category I your children may be eligible for free lunch If your fees are in the Category II or III range you could qualify for reduce-priced lunches Application for free and reduced-price lunches is an annual process For more information call Parent Central Services at DSN 475-2760 DSN 475-6656 or email us at grafenwoehrcereurarmymil

AAFES Movie Listing Inquire within for a ldquoMovie Cardrdquo and gain stamps for admission and

concession purchases Receive a free popcorn combo after 9 stamps

Main Post Rose Barracks

Wed Sept 7 7 pm Bad Teacher (R) 7 pm Fright Night (R)

Thurs Sept 8 7 pm

Cars 2 (G) 7 pm

Water For Elephants (PG-13)

Fri Sept 9 630 pm 930 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Larry Crowne (PG-13)

630 pm 930 pm

Colombiana (PG-13)

Final Destination 5 (R)

Sat Sept 10 4 pm

Colombiana (PG-13)

4 pm 7 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Larry Crowne (PG-13)

Sun Sept 11 4 pm 7 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Final Destination 5 (R)

7 pm

Final Destination 5 (R)

Wed Sept 14 7 pm Colombiana (PG-13) 7 pm Larry Crowne (PG-13) Thurs Sept 15 7 pm

Larry Crowne (PG-13)

7 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Fri Sept 16 630 pm 930 pm

Horrible Bosses (R)

Fright Night (R) 630 pm 930 pm

Transformers Dark Of The Moon (PG-13)

Horrible Bosses (R) Sat Sept 17 4 pm

7 pm Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)

Fright Night (R)

4 pm 7 pm

Judy Moody And The Not Bummer Summer (PG)

Horrible Bosses (R) Sun Sept 18 4 pm

7 pm

Judy Moody And The Not

Bummer Summer (PG)

Transformers Dark Of The

Moon (PG-13)

4 pm 7 pm

Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)

Fright Night (R)

Origami Candy Color Earrings Class at Arts amp Crafts Center 13 Sept 9 amndash1 pm Learn how to make some beautiful origami earrings Age 14 amp up Fee $15 includes supplies

For more information contact DSN 475ndash6101 or CIV 09641ndash83ndash6101 or go online The Heart and Home Craft Center is located on Main Post Bldg 607

Last hunting course of the season 13 Sept - 19 Nov Course meets Tuesdays Thursdays and occational Saturdays at Camp lagiers Bldg 2440 Cost is

$150 and open to all US ID card holders 18 and older Participants must enroll through ODR by calling DSN 475-7402 or CIV 09641-83-7402

Libraries dedicate display area to National Suicide Prevention Week 5 ndash 11 Sept Please join the USAG Grafenwoehr Libraries in supporting suicide prevention Together we can reduce

the number of lives shaken by a needless and tragic death The Libraries offer a variety of materials and resources as well as a special display area for items related to suicide prevention

Operation Rising Star -The Armyrsquos version of American Idol 9 Sept Round I

16 Sept Round II

23 Sept Local Finals

Must be age 18+ and active duty or family member to compete Singers interested in signing up MUST complete an application form and perform at the Round I elimination in order to be considered for the Round II elimination Doors open at 630 pm each night and all shows begin at 7 pm Free admission ID or MWR Key fob will be scanned at the door Official website httpwwwarmymwrcomrecleisurepromotionsoperation_rising_staraspx

Case Lot sale Vilseck Commissary 9 10 amp 11 Sept 10 am ndash 7 pm This Worldwide Mix and Match Caselot sale is expected to generate savings of up

to 60 on selected items

Music at Rose Barracksrsquo Zone 10 Sept STONE your home-grown American Hard Rock band is performing at The Zone Sports Bar (Bldg 607) on

Rose Barracks from 9 pm to midnight Enjoy rock classics from Hendrix Sabbath Zeppelin Pearl Jam ACDC ZZ Top and more

Case Lot sale Main Post Commissary 16 17 amp 18 Sept 10 am to 8 pm on Friday and Saturday 11 am ndash 7 pm Sunday Several products at

discounted prices such as fruit juices cereals snack bars detergents paper towels toilet papers canned fruits and vegetables and many more will be on display Come one come all and enjoy the savings For more Leroy Gibbs CIV 09641-83-9402

ODR Fishing Course 16 ndash 18 Sept Bldg 2440 Camp Algier Schedule as follows Fri 6 ndash 9 pm Sat 8 am ndash 4 pm Sun 8 am ndash 4

pm To enroll or for more DSN 475-7402 CIV 09641-83-7402

Rock Climbing and Belay Certification Thursdays Experience a different local climbing area to learn to climb or work on skills you already have Weekly trip

departs Thursdays at 515 pm from Main Post ODR and 545 pm from Rose Barracks ODR Cost is $15 for belay instruction or $10 if belay certified Transportation and equipment rental included in price For more DSN 476-2563

Welfare grants Grafenwoehr Community and Spouses Club Did you know that the Grafenwoehr Community and Spouses Club gave over $14500 back to our community last year The Welfare Committee will meet four times this board year and the first deadline for welfare grants is on Sept 16 Funds will be dispersed on Oct 7 Find the application online at wwwgcsconlinecom Become a GCSC Member at our Membership Drive Sept 10 Main Post Thrift Shop Bldg 508 10-2 You can shop while you join as the Thrift Shop will be open Face painting and raffles prizes

Mystery Book Club Rose Barracks First Thursday of each month This is an ongoing mystery themed book club for adults We meet at 530 pm To

join DSN 476-1740 CIV 09662-83-1740

Adult Book Club Main Post

First Thursday of each month September - Three Men in a Boat by Jerome K Jerome The Book Club meets

on the first Thursday of each month from 7-8 pm in the Patton Fireside Lounge located in Main Post Bldg 209 The Patton Fireside Lounge inside the Tower Inn is the ideal location to relax socialize and participate in thought-provoking discussions No pre-registration is required cash bar available For more DSN 475- 1740 CIV 09641-83-1740

New Pet Grooming Shop now open Rose Barracks Mall Give your pets the spa treatment Mon - Fri 10 am -6 pm Sat 10 am ndash 5 pm Closed on Sun For more CIV 01624394955

Bowling Rose Barracks Bowling Center 14 Sept FRG Pin for DownrangePenny a Pin Prizes awarded monthly to the FRG with the highest Pinfall that evening Event sponsored by Bavarian Motor Cars GmbH No federal endorsement implied Starting 15 Sept Every Thursday amp Friday we get together for a Mixed League Meet amp Bowl Night Interested Join us at 630 pm Call DSN 476-2576 or stop by at Bldg 2201

Main Post Bowling Center Every Sunday Family Day - Kids bowl for $50 a game plus shoe rental 11 am Cosmic Bowling - starts 7 pm Every Thursday Red Pin Bowling - Get a strike on a number one red pin and receive a free game 7 pm

VFW Tower Post 10692 monthly meetings Second Tuesday of each month The Post will meet at 6 pm in Main Post Bldg 505 Find Post

10692 on Facebook or call CIV 01628278035 for more

Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop something for everyone Are you new to the community or just looking to find that one special item Come and visit the Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop PCSing ETSing Deploying Retiring or simply want to get rid of your unwanted clutter help the community by donating your items to the Thrift Shop Volunteers and donations are always welcome and appreciated Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop located on Main Post at Bldg 508 Tuesdays amp Wednesdays 10 am ndash 2 pm Thursdays 2-6 pm 1st Saturday of the month 10 am ndash 2 pm Consignments Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 am ndash 1 pm CIV 09641-9260377

Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Shop Happy Fall Bring your gently used items to Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks September sales include buy 5 books get 5 free 50 off summer clothing (tank tops spaghetti strap and shorts) baby clothes 0-24 months are buy 2 get 1 free and jeans 2 for $6 Colored tag only Open 10 am to 2 pm Tues Wed ampThurs Open Sept 10 For more DSN 476-2649 CIV 09662-83-2649 or email Volunteers and donations are always welcome

Therapeutic Reflexology and Reiki Services Now available at Main Post and Rose Barracks Fitness Centers

Reflexology treatment applies pressure to reflex points on the hands and feet that correspond to specific parts of the body to support a total well-being and restore the bodyrsquos natural balance--Promoting total relaxation improving circulation and relieving nerve tension allowing the body to heal itself Reiki is a form of natural healing that originated in Japan A Reiki practitioner channels this life force energy without touch and brings it to the client so that it can go where it most needed in order to bring about balance Therapeutic Reflexology and Reiki are available by appointment only Customer should plan for a full hour Appointments are secured by payment a minimum 24 hours in advance Contact the USAG Grafenwoehr Sports amp Fitness Operation Branch for details and to sign up DSN 475-8207 CIV 09641-83-8207

Adult Education Training

University of Phoenix University of Phoenix is honored to serve military service members stationed in Europe by offering both MBA and Master of Arts in Education degree programs at several on-base locations near you Classes meet one night a week We are currently enrolling for our September semester Get started today by visiting wwwphoenixedumilitaryeurope or by calling Fe Gehrels at DSN 475-6712 or CIV 09641-83-6712

UMUC Europe Fall 2011 Registration

Curriculum Changes Book Awards and Field Study

UMUC has redesigned undergraduate programs to ensure they continue to be aligned with the most current industry trends Additionally all 3-credit undergraduate online courses will move to an 8-week format beginning with the fall semester This fall UMUC Europe is offering the new $150 SAIC Military Book Award for all active-duty Soldiers and will be continuing the $100 Europe Book Award for spouses and dependents of active-duty Soldiers Both new and current students are eligible to apply The book awards open in August and details can be found at httpwwwedumucedufinancial_aid Field study courses give students the opportunity to explore fascinating locations in Europe while earning university credit Upcoming field study courses include ENGL 288B388B Expatriate Writers in Venice 1800 to Present held on 15-22 October in Italy and ENGL 288J388J Dublin Ireland A Brief Literary History held on 15-22 October in Ireland The registration deadline for both courses is 25 September For details visit wwwedumucedufieldstudy For more information on registration book awards field study and services contact a local UMUC Europe field representative visit wwwedumucedu or contact UMUC at DSN 314-370-6762 or CIV +49-(0)6221-3780 UMUC Europe is also on Twitter and Facebook providing news information and updates

TARP SETA and OPSEC make-up sessions United States Army Garrison Grafenwoehr (Security and Antiterrorism Divisions) together with the 66th Military Intelligence Group and JMTC Intelligence and Security will be conducting FY11 community make-up sessions for Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP) Security Education Training Awareness (SETA) Operation Security (OPSEC) and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Refresher Training

8 Sept Rose Barracks Post Theater Bldg 354 1030 ndash 1130 (LN employees) and 130 ndash 4 pm (US employees)

This training is a mandatory annual requirement for all DoD personnel including Military AFNAF (both US and LN) US Contractor employees are welcome

Automotive Service Excellence Certification Registration deadline is 8 Sept The Main Post Education Center is accepting registration forms for the Nov 15 ndash

17 ASE certification tests ASE certification occurs when a prospective candidate passes one or more of ASErsquos 40-plus exams and provides proof of two or more years of relevant full-time hands-on work experience More information about the tests as well as the ASE study guides can be found at the ASE website httpwwwasecom Contact the Main Post Education Center at DSN 475-6787 for a registration form and additional information

Interactive Customer Evaluation training 22 Sept 20 Oct amp 18 Nov ICE training will be located on Camp Normandy Distant Learning Center Bldg 3144

Training sessions are 830 ndash 1130 am and 1 ndash 3 pm For more DSN 475-6034

University of Oklahoma Masters of International Relations 32 Semester Hours Non-Thesis

The Interdisciplinary Master of Arts with an Emphasis in International Relations has been developed from an interdisciplinary context Courses are offered in Communication Political Science History Human Relations Geography and Economics online For more Area Site Director Benjamin Griffin DSN 476-2069 or DSN 475-7079 email

Army Mentorship Program Program helps Soldiers with professional development The Army Mentorship Program is a voluntary web-based program that promotes mentorship by linking mentors and mentees and providing training videos and literature that teaches the concepts of mentorship Army mentorship is the voluntary and developmental relationship that exists between a person of greater experience and a person of lesser experience that is characterized by mutual trust and respect Studies have shown that mentoring relationships can help individuals with personal and professional growth by improving their leadership and interpersonal and technical skills More information about the Army Mentorship Program is available here

Religious

Fellowship Food and Faith Thursdays The Military Council of Catholic Women (MCCW) would like to invite all women in the Vilseck and

Grafenwoehr areas to join us for fellowship food and faith sharing every Thursday morning in the Rose Barracks chapel complex Bldg 205 beginning at 9 am with breakfast Fellowships follows with the Rosary at 930 am Bible Study at 10

am closing prayer at 1140 am and mass at 1205 pm Free child care is provided Join us for all or part of these faith-filled mornings Please email Erin Kelley for more information

Outdoor Catholic Mass and Fest 11 Sept (Please note date change from Aug 28) 10 am Little Mike Park on Rose Barracks Mass is followed by

food fellowship and games Registration and information on all parish groups sign up for Religious Education and learn about what were doing this upcoming year Meet some great people and get involved Please note this mass and fest will replace the normally scheduled masses - No Catholic Mass will be held in the chapel on Sept 11 For more call the chapel office at DSN 4754766-1570 CIV 0964109662-83-1570

MCCW hosts ldquoWine Cheese and CHOCOLATErdquo 25 Sept Join MCCW (Military Council of Catholic Women) for a relaxed evening of fellowship and wine-tasting with

―Wine Cheese and CHOCOLATE MCCW is a friendly gathering of Catholic Women who share faith and fellowship each week Add some flavor and enrich your faith with Mrs Amanda Hoffer the MCCW ndash Europe president the guest speaker for the evening 6-8 pm located at the Java Cafeacute at the Langenbruck Center on Rose Barracks For more please contact Kristi Mikkelsen at CIV 09662-416-643 or email

New Rabbi in Grafenwoehr Community The Jewish community now has a Rabbi to conduct religious services Services take place in Room 211 at the Main Post Chapel Annex at 630 pm on the 1st and 3rd Fridays each month For more contact CH (Cpt) Shulman at DSN 475-9883 CIV 09641-83-9883

New Orthodox Worship Service Monthly on first and last Sundays Christian Orthodox worship services will take place at 830 am on the first and last Sundays of each month at Rose Barracks in the small chapel For more contact DSN 476-1570 CIV 09662-83-1570

Chaplain Crisis Line After duty hours please call MP STATION CIV 09662‑83‑2490 or 09662‑83‑3397 DSN 476‑2490 or 476‑3397

USAG‑Grafenwoehr IOC CIV 09641‑83‑7226 DSN 475‑7226 CHAPLAIN CRISIS LINE CIV 0162‑296‑0838

During business hours Main Post Chapel DSN 475-1570 CIV 09641-83-1570 Rose Barracks Chapel DSN 476-1570 CIV 09662-83-1570

Health amp Medical Red Cross VET Corner

Main Post Health Clinic New SICK CALL Hours Effective 7 Sept 7 ndash 9 am

Active duty must have Sick Call Slip DD 689 Sick Call is NOT for profile updates periodic health assessments predeployment processes physicals making other medical appointments or any other non-acute warriors with non-acute conditions will be returned to their unit TRICARE Prime Enrollees Phone lines open at 730 am If Sick Call appointments are still available by this time community acute appointments will be booked at that time Kiosk opens at 8 am regular appointments begin at 9 am Specialty clinics open at 8 am If you are discharged from an ER or Hospital visit please come to Sick Call Appointments can be made via the appointment line (475-7152) or in person at the Grafenwoehr Health Clinic

American Red Cross American Red Cross Gives Military Families Easier Access to Emergency Communication Services As part of an ongoing effort to better serve the military community the American Red Cross has moved to a single telephone number for its emergency communication services Now a call to 877-272-7337 while either stateside or overseas allows Red Cross emergency communications services to put military personnel in touch with their families following the death or serious illness of an immediate family member the birth of a service members child or grandchild or when a family faces other emergencies For those stationed overseas the three options for calling will remain the same calling 877-272-7337 direct accessing the number through a military operator or calling the local Red Cross station For more visit wwwredcrossorg

Tobacco Cessation Classes At the Vilseck Health Clinic beginning on the following dates 6 Sept and 1 Nov For more please contact the Clinic Community Health Nurse at Civilian 09662-83-2882 or DSN 476-2882

Metabolic Testing and Nutrition Education Metabolic testing is available to assess daily caloric needs The test measures how many calories you burn and then calculates how many you should eat It is the key to knowing precisely what your body needs for effective weight management The test is followed up by a course in basic nutrition reading labels weight management and eating to your metabolism Fitness Assessments Fitness testing and counseling are available at the Army Wellness Center State of the art equipment is used to assess flexibility muscular strength cardio-respiratory fitness levels and body composition In conjunction with fitness testing patients receive a comprehensive report that shows current fitness levels and education and individualized exercise counseling on how to meet their specific goals These services are available Mon-Fri 8 am ndash 4 pm appointment is required Call 476-4795 or 09662-83-4795 or email

Medical in processing briefing Every third Wednesday The Grafenwoehr Health Clinic hosts a medical in processing briefing every third

Wednesday of the month at 9 am at the Main Post Theater The briefing discusses how to access health care in the area and is open to all Soldiers and family members enrolled at the Grafenwoehr Health Clinic

TRICARE access at your fingertips Are you tired of waiting on the phone to schedule an appointment Did you know that you can schedule an appointment online Just go to wwwtricareonlinecom to register and schedule your next appointment with the Health Clinic

Facility amp Road Closures Construction Openings

Longer waits expected at the Main Post Vehicle Registration Office Due to manpower issues the wait time at the Grafenwoehr Vehicle Registration Office may be longer than normal We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause the community

Automotive Skills Centers adjusting hours of operation on Thursdays Currently effective The Rose Barracksrsquo Automotive Skills Center will be open on Thursdays from 1030 am - 6

pm and the Main Post Automotive Skills Center will be open on Thursdays from 1130 am - 7 pm All other days and hours will remain the same

Rose Barracks Commissary closure of activity 5 Sept In observance of Labor Day the Vilseck Commissary will be closed on Monday

9-10 Sept Case Lot Sale during regular shopping hours 10 am ndash 7 pm

Graf Commissary closure of activity 8 Sept The Grafenwoehr Commissary will be closed for their Annual Organizational Day Normal business will resume

on Friday Sept 9 DSN 475-9402 or CIV 09641-83-9402

Main Post construction ndash No thru-traffic on Shiloh Ave 12 - 23 Sept Road construction on Shiloh Avenue in front of Bldg 206 (next to CDC) to block thru-traffic

Access to and from the Grafenwoehr Child Development Center (CDC Bldg 260) and to Fredericksburg Avenue is still possible coming from Wilbur Road (Gate1) The east part of Shiloh Ave will be turned-in to a dead-end road and traffic coming from Bldg 244Johnson StreetGate 3 will be detoured Access for residentsvisitors of Bldg 281282283 and 286 is still possible

Housing Office closure of activity 16 Sept The DPW USAG Grafenwoehr Housing offices on Main Post and Rose Barracks as well as the Furniture

Warehouse in Eschenbach will be closed for the annual works outings

Main Post Road Construction Gettysburg Ave End of Sept Ongoing road repair work on Gettysburg Ave to be continued in front of Bldg 500 For safety reasons it is

necessary to block both lanes during duty hours From 4 pm to 745 am and whenever possible one lane will be opened to allow east west traffic Detour will be possible via Hasting Street thru the housing area and south via Saratoga Ave Please follow signs

Rose Barracks Fitness Center closure of activity 10 Oct The Fitness Center located at Rose Barracks Bldg 323 will be closed on this day due to ventilation system

work The facility will resume its normal operation hours on Oct 11 530 am ndash 9 pm

School News

Grafenwoehr Elementary School 8 Sept Open House for grades 1 ndash 5 5 ndash 6 pm The Grafenwoehr Elementary PTA has received great support so far this year from our parents We would like to remind you that if you intended to join the PTA it is not too late Contact DSN 475-7133 or email for more information School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers

Mon‑ Fri 7 amndash4 pm Mon‑ Fri 815 am‑235 pm CIV 09641‑837133 DSN 475‑7133

Vilseck Elementary School The Vilseck Elementary PTSA If you are interested in volunteering and want to know where your help is needed please email us at vilseckelementaryptsagmailcom Continuous School Improvement News VES staff has spent a great deal of time analyzing assessment results of the past year to determine our new focus for instruction The analysis led us to develop 2 new goals Our school vision of ―Vilseck Expects Success will remain the same The new goals are Goal 1 By 2016 all students will improve competency with numbers and operations as measured by increased performance on assessments Goal 2 By 2016 all students will demonstrate improved reading comprehension through written and oral communication as measured by increased performance on assessments The staff will investigate research based interventions and strategies to help us achieve these goals As always parents are encouraged to participate in our Continuous School Improvement process by attending our staff development days or joining one of our committees If you have any questions about the CSI process or would like to participate please contact Terri Diaz or Kerri Loe at 476-2812Enjoy a performance by the ―Cheer Reader award prizes will be given out to students for meeting reading criteria and watch the principal meet her school challenge School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers

Mon‑Fri 7 amndash4 pm Mon‑Fri 825 am ‑ 235 pm CIV 09662‑832812 832673 DSN 476‑28122673

Netzaberg Elementary School Child Find Netzaberg Elementary Schoolrsquos Preschool Services for Child Development (PSCD) program is conducting screenings to identify strengths and concerns in a young childrsquos development The free Child Find developmental screenings are provided for command sponsored children from age three to five years Professional staff will screen motor language problem solving social and self-help skills plus the childrsquos vision and hearing In addition parents will have an opportunity to ask questions about their childrsquos development For further information on Child Find developmental screenings at Netzaberg Elementary School please call CIV 09645-917-9184 or DSN 472-9184Child Find developmental screenings are held at DoDEA schools to assist parents in identifying the early warning signs that put young children at risk for learning delays and provide crucial early diagnosis and intervention Netzaberg Elementary School Needs YOU Netzaberg Elementary School partners with our parents and community to support the success of all students Goal 1 Reading By 2011 all students will improve targeted reading comprehension skills across the curriculum as measured by local and system-wide assessments The targeted reading skills are Pre-reading skills in Pre-KmdashKindergarten Retelling and inferring in grades 1 ndash 2 and Summarizing and drawing conclusions in grades 3 ndash 5 Intervention Explicitly teach targeted reading comprehension strategies through Think Alouds Goal 2 Math By 2011 all students will improve their understanding of number sense and operational concepts across the curriculum as measured by local and system-wide assessments Intervention Explicitly teach students to think and talk about numbers through Number Talks School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon- Fri 730 amndash330 pm Mon- Fri 755 am -245 pm CIV 09645-917-918591849313DSN 472-91849313

Netzaberg Middle School 13 Sept Open house from 4 ndash 6 pm Open House for all students and parents to meet their teachers and ask any questions you may have about the beginning of school year thus far POC Email Back to School BUNCO (sponsored by the PTSA) from 6ndash 730 pm Make plans to stay after the Open House to play BUNCO and have a chance to win some Polish Pottery More details forth coming Netzaberg Middle School CSI 4-Step Problem Solving Method= 1) Understand the Problem 2) Make a Plan 3) Carry Out the Plan 4) Look Back ndash Ask ―Does the solution make sense Parent volunteers If you are interested in volunteering for the PTSA or other school committees please contact the school We welcome your support POC Email Lunch accounts To use the online service you will need to set up an account at httpwwwmealpaypluscom If you are new to the area you will need to open a Horizon account at the PX or the school cafeteria All lunch concerns need to be addressed to AAFES You can also logon to wwwodinaafescomnutrition08indexhtml to set up your childrsquos account Attendance PARENTS are responsible in calling the front office every morning that the student will be absent POC Email Phone 09645-917-923292339229 DSN 472-9232 School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 730 amndash4 pm Mon-Fri 755 am-245 pm CIV 09645-917-923292339229 DSN 472-9232

Was ist Los

Get involved in the local scene

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 Sat 24 Sept - 6 am - 2 pm in 92637 Weiden at the Spielvereinigung (Am Langen Steg subdivision near hospital) - 9 am - 4 pm in Raigering on the outskirts of 92224 Amberg car park at the ―Sterk brewery Hofmark 2 Sat 01 Oct - 6 am - 4 pm in 92637 Weiden at the Volksfestplatz on Leuchtenberger Straszlige - 7 am - 4 pm in 91054 Erlangen Bohlenplatz Homepage - 8 am - 4 pm Troumldel- amp Jahrmarkt in 93055 Regensburg at the Globus DITY market Sulzfeldstr 3 Visitors can park for free at the car park of Hiendl furniture store - 8 am - 4 pm in 92318 Neumarkt Volksfestplatz and Jurahallen Festplatz 1 (ca 45 km 28 miles west of Hohenfels) A large selection of everything you do and dont need toys antiques collectibles (coins stamps etc) clothes and much more Kids can enjoy themselves on the inflatable jumping castle during the summer months (Apr - Oct) - only when the weather is good The next couple of dates are online

Registration begins for a German Class

Current in 95478 Kemnath Realschule (German school) Schulplatz 4 use the Nordeingang (northern entrance) on

Goldbergstrasse (ca 20 km 12 miles north of Grafenwoehr) Would you like to cope in everyday situations in German This beginners course focuses especially on communication You will also get to know basic structures of German as well as differences in culture and lifestyle No previous knowledge required The class was specially designed for English speakers to help making contact with your German neighbors easier the instructor is a teacher for English and German at the German school Gymnasium in Eschenbach The class starts on Thurs 6 Oct 7 - 830 pm and will be held once a week (every Thursday) for 12 weeks Cost is 60- Euros pp plus 3- Euros for handouts Register with the German Evening School VHS for class number 1S6004 (you must refer to this class number) via email or CIV 09631-88-204

Open Stores on Sunday All stores in Germany usually remain closed on Sundays and German holidays - but for special dates and occasions pre-determined by local authorities exceptions are granted Usually these open store dates coincide with either street

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

Tissues (1 box max)

Planners

Paper - loose leaf

Crayons

Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Paints (tempra)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paper ndash graph

Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent

Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper

Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer

Locks (as required)

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

Tissues (1 box max)

Planners

Paper - loose leaf

Crayons

Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Paints (tempra)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paper ndash graph

Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent

Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper

Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer

Locks (as required)

Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Tissues (1 box max)

Planners

Paper - loose leaf

Crayons

Clipboards

Scissors

market days or some type of citizens fest (such as Volksfest or Buumlrgerfest) Opening hours differ from city to city but in general stores open around midday or very early afternoon and stay open until 5 pm or 6 pm Sun 11 Sept - 1 pm in 91275 Auerbach (ca 26 km 16 miles NW of Vilseck) - 1 pm - 5 pm 91315 Houmlchstadt city town center (ca 45 km 27 miles NW of Nuumlrnberg) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 93059 Regensburg historic city center Closest free car parks are at the Dultplatz Am Europakanal and neighbouring Oberer Woehrd along Pfaffensteiner Weg - no time specified in 93179 Brennberg (ca 32 km 20 miles east of Regensburg) - no time specified in 84069 Schierling city town center (ca 30 km 20 miles south of Regensburg) - no time specified in 86899 Landsberg am Lech city center (ca 83 km 52 miles north of Garmisch-Partenkirchen) Sun 18 Sept - 1 pm - 6 pm in 93133 Burglengenfeld (ca 30 km 19 miles north of Regensburg) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 90402 Nuremberg Open stores during the Herbstmarkt Altstadtfest in the whole city except for the Suedstadt subdivision (who had theirs the previous weekend) - no time specified in 93155 Hemau city town center (ca 22 km 14 miles SW of Hohenfels) Sun 25 Sept - 10 am - 5 pm in 96231 Bad Staffelstein Marktplatz (ca 33 km 20 miles NE of Bamberg) - midday - 5 pm in 97688 Bad Kissingen (ca 27 km 17 miles NW of Schweinfurt) Takes place on Rathausplatz and in the whole Innenstadt (inner city) - 1 pm - 5 pm in 91555 Feuchtwangen (ca 30 km 19 miles west of Ansbach) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 97762 Hammelburg Am Marktplatz (ca 33 km 20 miles west of Schweinfurt) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 86316 Friedberg (right next to Augsburg ca 130 km 80 miles north of Garmisch-Partenkirchen) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 95028 Hof city center (ca 95 km 60 miles north of Weiden) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 97638 Mellrichstadt city town center (ca 55 km 33 miles north of Schweinfurt) - no time specified in 97833 Frammersbach (ca 75 km 47 miles west of Schweinfurt) - no time specified in 93183 Kallmuumlnz (ca 13 km 85 miles SE of Hohenfels) - no time specified in 94405 Landau an der Isar (ca 75 km 46 miles SE of Regensburg)

Fun in Nuremberg Now ndash 11 Sept Nuremberg Herbst-Volksfest wwwvolksfest-nuernbergde

2 ndash 3 Sept Nuernberg Trempelmarkt More here and here

4 Sept Nuremberg International Bike Race 845 am ndash 530 pm 21st International Bike Race through historical

Altstadt of Nuremberg Many attractions and activities along the race For more wwwradrennende

International Street Music Festival 10 - 11 Sept in 97070 Wuerzburg Innenstadt (inner city) Marktplatz (market place)

Over 300 artists from all over the world bring their music and their culture to Wuumlrzburg Join in and enjoy this event at 20 locations dotted around the city center All details are online (only GE dates still from 2010)

Bicycle Race Around Nurembergs Historic City Center 11 Sept Route (Tor = gate) Hauptmarkt Tiergaumlrtnertor Vestnertor Maxtor and Laufer Schlagturm (tower) Every year

in September hundreds of professional cyclists compete (only GE) in a race around the Nuumlrnberger castle followed by over 100000 spectators In the morning everyone can have a try at this competition in the Jedermann-Rennen Entertainment for the spectators is provided along the Nuumlrnberger Stadtmauer (city wall) Please be aware of possible traffic disruptions and diversions

Citizens Fest Altstadtfest 15 - 26 Sept 11 am - 11 pm in 90403 Nuremberg on the isle Vordere Insel Schuumltt

Around 1 million visitors stop by the Altstadtfest every year 800 entertainers and 60 free events do hold a strong attraction of course folklore theater and dance performances the traditional Fischerstechen and numerous Jazz concerts are among the highlights Fischerstechen is an old game from the Middle Ages where the fishermen often in traditional costumes stand on wooden boats using long poles (often with dried sea weeds or flax tied to the end) and try to push each other off the boat This old game is being revived all over Germany because of the fun it presents First prize goes to those boat members who stay on their boat the longest All other participants will sooner or later take a little bath in the chilly waters

18 Sept Stores in the city center are open 1- 6 pm (except in the Suedstadt district they had theirs the week prior)

Welcome to the Weiden Fall Fest 2011 17 Sept Numerous Weiden shops and booths offer attractions as colorful as autumn itself

Following the motto ―Bavarian ndash American― there will be a number of varied entertainment acts - At 9 am PRO WEIDEN offers a ―Weiszligwurstfruumlhschoppen― with Zoigl beer and many other different specialties - At 930 am Col Vann Smiley Commander USAG Grafenwoehr and Lord Mayor Kurt Seggewiszlig will open the

fest by tapping the first keg of beer Look forward to numerous dance performances and musical entertainment both Bavarian and American at the PRO WEIDEN stage in front of Weidenrsquos Old Town Hall The US Army Garrison Grafenwoehr will serve typical American food and drinks and put on a static display of military vehicles There will be a lot of fun activities for kids From 2 pm to 7 pm to include a childrenrsquos flea market at the lower market place and the pumpkin carving contest will be a highlight for everyone We look forward to welcoming you to our Bavarian - American Fest

Oktoberfest 17 Sept - 03 Oct in Munich Do you know why the Oktoberfest is called that although it actually starts in September

Find out here along with all other important details (in EN)

Party Bus to Oktoberfest 17 Sept Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc Theta Rho International Chapter is sponsoring a Party Bus to World Famous

Oktoberfest For tickets and more information please email

Exchange for Stamps Coins and Historical Postcards 25 Sept 9 am in 96117 Memmelsdorf in the Schulturnhalle (school gym) at Poumldeldorfer Straszlige 13 (ca 8 km 5 miles

NE of Bamberg) The event is organized by the Briefmarken- und Muenzsammler-Verein Bamberg POCs are Mr Hoechstetter ph 0951-63162 and Mr Steck ph 0951-47188

Street Market Herbstmarkt 25 Sept 1030 am - 6 pm in 92249 Vilseck on Marktplatz

Square Dance Day 25 Sept 11 am - 2 pm at the Pullman City Fun Park in 94535 Eging am See Ruberting 30 (ca 100 km 62 miles SE

of Regensburg) Around 300 dancers will dance compete and simply enjoy themselves The Pullman City Fun Park offers a large variety of non-violent Western activities for the whole family Western shows Native American dances magic shows and much more The whole show program is online but only in German Opening times mid-April - 31 Oct daily from 10 am to 1 am Admission (only GE) Adults 13 Euros Children 4 - 16 years 7 Euros Children under 4 if accompanied by their parents free Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 16) 29 Euros Dogs on a leash 1 Euro Visitors dressed in historical Western costumes (representing ca 1740 - 1880) get in for free Outside their opening season you can access the premises for free but there will be no shows or other entertainment

Corn Harvest and Bread Fest

25 Sept 1 pm at the Oberpfaumllzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neusath 200 (part of 92507 Nabburg ca 31

km 19 miles south of Weiden) Admission (only GE) is 450 Euros pp a family ticket for the day is 11 Euros Corn Harvest and Threshing In the days of old threshing the corn used up a lot of time But then in the beginning of the 19th century machines were developed especially in the USA that made this tedious labour much easier and quicker Various machines will be on display at the museum and horses will transport the corn as they did before machines took over their jobs You can find more details in German here Beekeepers A beekeeper will put up a stand at the Kolbeckhof with information about keeping bees and making honey Of course home-made honey will be on sale as well as other honey products Bread Fest The highly popular and award-winning Museumsbrot with many spices will be sold fresh from the outdoor stone oven as will be the Brotkuchen (bread cake) Free parking spaces are available outside the museums gates Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a short leash Please bring along a bag for your dogs remains or purchase a bag for 50 cents upon entry Smoking is prohibited

Trade Fair Mainfranken-Messe 1 - 9 Oct in 97082 Wuerzburg Talavera fest site between Mainaustraszlige and Georg-Eydel-Straszlige The largest

consumer fair (only GE) in Lower Franconia offers you up-to-date equipment and lots of information

Dahlia Madness

Through 3 Oct on the Isle of Mainau (78465) in the Bodensee (Lake Constance)

The sight of over 12000 beautiful dahlias in over 250 different species will leave you in awe You have a chance to select your favorite species too You can find more info on their Homepage available both in English and German The isle is open from sunrise to sunset but the exhibits (museum in the palace butterfly show etc) wont open until 9 am or 10 am respectively Although the Bodensee is a bit far from Northern Bavaria (ie on the Swiss border) its certainly worth the trip While youre in the area why not visit the Pfahlbauten-Museum (Lake Dwelling Museum) in Unteruhldingen on Strandpromenade 6 (part of 88690 Uhldingen-Muumlhlhofen) Dive into the mysterious world of farmers fishermen and brass founders of the Stone Age 6000 years ago and be a witness to the lifestyle of the Bronze Age 3000 years ago You can find all pertinent information on their excellent English website

Hot-Air Balloon Rides Now through 15 Oct in 91541 Rothenburg Tauberwiesen (Detwang subdivision)

Hot-air balloons will fly daily if the weather is good All info on Homepage

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

Event Calendar for Vilseck Kontakt If you are interested in participating in one of the events please register with Daniel Koenig or sign up with the Vilseck

Kontakt Club at the website by filling out the Mitgliedsantrag (Member registration form)

Every Friday 7 pm

Stammtisch at the Clubhouse

Event Calendar for Grafenwoehr Kontakt More information Call CIV 09641‑83‑7878 DSN 475‑7878 or email

Every Monday 7 pm

Bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center

Every Wednesday 7 pm

Stammtisch at the Clubhouse