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Inside this issue:Rheinlander Convention Center . Rolling Hills Golf Course . Java Cafe . Striker‘s Bowling Center .
Creative Art‘s Center . Hilltop Theater . Auto Skills . Outdoor Recreation . Physical Fitness Centers . Aquatics Center . Valued Added Tax Office .
Child and Youth School Services: Child Development Centers . Middle School & Teen Programs . Venture Point . Military Family Life Consultants . School Liaison . Family Child Care .
Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation is commited to caring for the people who serve and stand ready to defend the nation.
Reduce stress, build self-confidence & skills and foster a strong esprit de corps.
Volume 2013 edition 002
Strong Soldiers, Strong Teams
BAUMHOLDER Family and MWR
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THE ROCK - FACTS ABOUT BAUMHOLDER
Family and MWR contributes to the Army’s strength and readiness by offering services that reduce stress, build skills and self-confi dence and foster strong esprit de corps. FMWR services also help the Army
attract and retain talented people. Professionals don’t see work as just a job to be done or merely a source of money. They see work as service to others. They labor toward the betterment of other people, directly
or indirectly: customers, employers, and coworkers.
Baumholder: News on the Rockstory by Alice Verberne, Baumholder Family and MWR Marketing
photo (above left) of Rolling Hills Golf Course, Baumholder by David Delisio; photo (above right) of the Rheinlander Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, by Ignacio Rubalcava.
Welcome to Baumholder. Family and MWR Baumholder wants to make friends with you through this publication - to give you valuable resources. Moving to a new location can be discombobulating, so we want to give you the ability to fi nd us and all the wonder-ful programming here on the Rock. If you need anything, you may fi nd us quickly by searching social media; type in Baumholder FMWR to fi nd us.
The RockYou may hear locals refer to your new home of Baumholder as the “Home of Champions” or “The Rock.” These are terms to describe our 31,000 acres of varied terrain to the north and northeast of the actual city of Baumholder (one of the largest military training
areas in Germany). Baum-holder is located just 30 miles from the French/Luxemburg border offering locals options for quick day trips from “the Rock.” Another convenience is that the military community of Baumholder (which encom-passes Wetzel, Upper Wetzel and Smith Barracks) and the German city of Baumholder are all are walking distance from Garrison Headquarters. It is like being centered on a university campus. To learn more about what is happening in Baumholder, check the fol-lowing resources for happen-ings on post.
The Kaiserslautern American is your community newspaper, published weekly with MWR community roundups listed in the paper.
Folks are invited to submit photos/articles to the KA; contributing to the excitement by sharing travel and other local photos of community events. Submissions may be sent to [email protected] The online version of the paper may be found at http://www.kaiser-slauternamerican.com.
The Stars and Stripes is your daily European based Ameri-can English language newspa-per focusing on military news. The popular Travel Edition prints every Thursday and the online version of the paper may be found at www.stripes.com. Stars and Stripes has reported fi rst-hand on military confl icts since the Civil War and continuously since World War II by reporting informa-
tion and news of interest and value. Stars and Stripes accepts submissions for consideration for travel and other features. Send photos and articles to the editor to [email protected].
Radio stationAmerican Forces Network radio is available by dialing into FM 100.2 for the Kaiser-slautern area and FM 106.1 in Baumholder. Guest speakers from Baumholder speak on the air regularly about upcom-ing FMWR events and activi-ties, throughout the week.
For real-time info, follow us on Facebook: keyword search Baumholder FMWR in the search engine once you have logged into the site.
Welcome to your Pharmacy.DocMorris-Apotheke BaumholderMarktplatz 1, 55774 Baumholder
is recognized as participating in theTRICARE EUROPE, Preferral Provider Network.
We manage your prescriptions!
Call: 0 67 83-90 08 00Times: Mon.-Fri. 7.30 a.m.–6.30 p.m., Sat. 8.00 a.m.–1.00 p.m.E-Mail: [email protected] orders: www.teleapotheke.de
BAUMHOLDER
Restaurants, ice cream & more on Poststraße.
Our reliable co-operation partners.
gardening and landscapingFlowershop
Poststraße 4 · 55774 BaumholderPhone: 0 67 83 / 45 02 · Fax: 0 67 83 / 72 34
www.westricherlandschaftsbau.de
Harry Giszas
ice cafe DolomitenWe are the Panciera family and we want to tempt your mouth with amazing home-made italian ice cream! From banana-split to Schwarzwald Becher. Try our famous spaghetti-ice. Bring the kids down for our mickey mouse ice. Or a great place to meet friends and enjoy our sidewalk cafe with a latte macchiato or one of our many selections of coffees. Friendly people and wonderful ho-made italian ice cream. Open 7 days a week from 9 am – 10 pm (closed from beginning of november till the end of February) A taste of Italy in Baumholder since 1966
Poststraße 1 a · 55774 BaumholderPhone: 0 67 83 / 43 95
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l Beverage Store
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www.getraenke-fritsch.de
Peter & Irm’s open fire place
Nice and well kept rooms with private bathroom. Specials: steaks and BBQ-ribs from the open fi re served in a nice and cosy atmosphere.
Sunday closed
Poststraße 12 · 55774 BaumholderE-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.zumstadtkrug.de
Barbecue Restaurant & Hotel
Do you like good food?Do you sometimes need a comfy bed and a nice breakfast?Then come and enjoy a wide variety of delicious meals in our restaurant. Bountiful Salads, great Schnitzels, hand-made Pizzas and traditional German cuisine await you.
Or stay awhile in our clean rooms with private baths and free Wi-Fi
Reichenbacherstr.155774 Baumholder
www.hotel-westrich.de Phone: 06783/5872
Portofino Baumholder
Poststraße 9• Guinness, Kilkenny, Cider & Pils on tap •
• Wide selection of irish & scottish specialist whiskeys •• Pool and darts •
• A friendly welcome in our english speaking pub •
Jörg sJörg s
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Your Discounter nearby
BaumholderKuseler Straße 11
Monday till Saturday
8.00–20.00
OPEN
For free!Everyone who brings this original flyer to NORMA Baumholder gets one bottle shower gel for free!Only one bottle per person.No cash payment possible.
Eric´s GarageTowing Service
Car RepairsJunk Yard
55774 BaumholderBerschweilerstraße 11Telefon (06783) 5937
Telefax (06783) 1368E-Mail [email protected]
Bäckerei Thilo SchäferKennedyallee 1055774 BaumholderTelefon: 0 67 83 / 18 87 11Telefax: 0 67 83 / 99 99 96 4
Haus Albert“BIERSTUBE” RESTAURANT• rooms for family-and company parties
available for up to 130 people• in the summer beer garden open• 2 double rooms each for € 40
without breakfast
Our action days:
Thursday and Friday: Pizza night – any pizza for € 6.00
Friday: Schnitzel day – every escalope with French fries and salad for € 6.95
Am Markt 5 • 55777 Berschweiler • ++49 (0) 67 83/58 60
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CONTENTS
In the Know, where to fi nd Family and MWR Info on the Rock ......... 2Job Opportunities ............................................................................................ 6Java Cafe ............................................................................................................. 10Warrior Zone & BOSS ................................................................................... 11Nick‘s Place ....................................................................................................... 12Bowling, .............................................................................................................. 14Golf...................................................................................................................... 15Sports & Fitness ............................................................................................... 16Outdoor Recreation ....................................................................................... 18Outside the Gate: Thalichtenberg Castle .................................................... 20Creative Arts Center ...................................................................................... 22Rheinlander........................................................................................................ 24Special Events, Theater, Music & Entertainment ........................................ 26Aquatics .............................................................................................................. 28Library ................................................................................................................ 30Phone numbers ................................................................................................. 31Auto Skills .......................................................................................................... 32Child and Youth School Services................................................................... 34Valued Added Tax ............................................................................................. 38ACS ..................................................................................................................... 39
On the cover from left to right: watermelon eating contest at the Independence Day celebration, whole roasted pig from the kitchen of Siggi Zimmer, sunrise over Thallich-tenberg castle near Baumholder, Rolling Hills Golf course at sunrise, chef Ziggi Simmer, bronze sculpture of washer woman in downtown Baumholder, one of the famous dishes
made at the Rheinlander Community Club, Bill Clark from Striker’s Bowling Center, Baumholder Welcome Home ceremony, troops return from down range, bridge at the
lake in downtown Baumholder.
Special thanks to Sarah Redicker and Jana Daniel for their selfl ess contributions to
the USAG Baumholder Marketing Offi ce.
ProducerAlice Verberne
Family and MWR Marketing Offi ce Dragoon Circle Bldg 8680, Room 209, Baumholder, Germany 55774 Box 18, Unit 23746, APO AE 09034 . 49-6783-66263; 314-485-6263
The USAG Baumholder Family & MWR Marketing Division is responsible for the production of the Rock Magazine, which is the unoffi cial
annual magazine for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) activities within the Baumholder Military Community.
Contents are not necessarily the offi cial views of or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. European
Command. The distribution, mentions or use of any sponsors products, services, or funds by the U.S. Army does not express or imply an
endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of paid advertisements in this magazine does not con-
stitute endorsement by the DoD, the United States Army or the USAG Baumholder MWR fund. Everything advertised in this magazine shall
be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical/
mental handicap, political affi liation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal
opportunity policy is confi rmed, MWR shall refuse to accept advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The information in
this issue is current at the time of publication. Activities and events are subject to change. For confi rmation, please contact the facility.
Print costs, printing and labor of this product by MediaPrintGmbH.
Cover photo Thalichtenberg Castle located approximately 8 miles from Baumholder. Read the feature story about the castle on page 22-23.
Photo by Alice Verberne
Inh. Gerd Zimmer
Abo-Angebot
Hauptstraße 37 • Telephone 0 67 83 / 22 14
Korngasse 12 • 55774 BaumholderTelephone: 0 67 83 / 1 88 80
The hotel is open 24 hours.
The restaurant is open Monday to Saturday from 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm
For only 35,- € you can tan for nearly 120 minutesErgoline AvantgardeMega Sun 6800Ergoline 600 Turbo
35 cents per minute
Ergoline 450Ergoline 500 30 cent per minute
You can tan:8 minutes for 2,80 €10 minutes for 3,50 €
You can tan:10 minutes for 3,00 €12 minutes for 3,60 €
15 minutes for 4,50 €20 minutes for 6,00 €
… but you can also adjust your preferred tanning time.
12 minutes for 4,20 €15 minutes for 5,20 €20 minutes for 7,00 €
Tanning times are completely adjustable according to your wishes
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Giant Schnitzel with your choice of one sides
Your choice of pizzaincludes side salad and drink
˝All you can eat˝ BBQ ribswith your choice of one sides
Your choice of pastaincludes side salad and drink
˝All you can eat˝ chicken wings with your choice of one sides
9,00 €
6,00 €
9,99 €
6,00 €
7,50 €
Your tanning salon in BaumholderOpening times
Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 9:00 pmSaturdays 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sundays and holidays 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
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BEST SOURCES FOR FAMILY AND MWR INFORMAITON ON THE ROCK
Photo by David Delisio
Check out the bulletin board facing the area where the community mailroom dis-tributes packages, bldg 8667. Posters on FMWR upcoming events and activities for FMWR are located in the glass case.
Finally, updates are continually posted on digital signage in select Family and MWR facilities and on the fi ve outdoor mar-quees located on Smith Barracks.
...need a job?Contact Morale, Welfare and Recreation to fi nd out about available positions at Non-appropriated Fund Civilian Person-nel Offi ce (NAF CPO at 485-6566 or 06783-6-6566) 0049-0-6783-6-1630 or 485-1630.
Where to start your job search Contact the employment readiness advisor in Baumholder at 485-8188. The employment readiness advisor offers help with resumes and can answer a plethora of employment questions.
Coaches neededCoaches and offi cials are always needed for sporting events. For more information on how to become a coach or offi cial, call the Baumholder Sports Offi ce at (06783) -6-6671 or mil 485-6671/7176/6615.
Certifi ed fi tness instructors neededBaumholder Physical Fitness Centers needs certifi ed group exercise instructors, personal trainers, martial arts and dance.Register to teach: Call (06783) -6-6671 or mil 485-6671/7418.
Get paid to be creativeThe Creative Arts Center is looking for paid and volunteer teachers for classes such as sewing, quilting, pottery, painting (acrylic, oil and/or watercolor), drawing, sculpting and cake decorating. For more information call DSN 485-6687 or 06783-66687 or come by the Creative Arts Center in Bldg 8104 on Smith Kaserne Tu-F 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sa Noon - 5 p.m. or email: [email protected].
Get your work publishedDo you have a talent for writing or photography? AdvantiPro will consider your work such as vacation photos and articles in the weekly local newspaper, the Kaiserslautern American. Send photos and stories to [email protected] may also submit articles for consideration to Stars and Stripes. Send
submissions to [email protected] for consideration.
Child and Youth School Services is hiringAre you looking for a fun and rewarding career that you can take with you wher-ever you’re stationed? Then consider em ployment with Baumholder Child, Youth and School Services? We offer full time, part time and fl exible appointment positions in a variety of programs. Starting pay is $10.49 an hour, with the option for a higher salary if you have pre vious related experience or education. Benefi ts may include paid sick and annual leave, 401K, insurance and tuition assistance. CYSS job opportunities may be found at www.usajobs.gov or be on the lookout for one of our job fairs. We look forward to having you as part of our team because CYSS is where you belong.
Baumholder Youth Sports & Fitness Volunteer Coaches NeededA good coach improves your game. A great coach improves your life. -- Michael S. Joseph son. If you are interested in being a coach for Baumholder Youth Sports and Fitness, call 485-7210 or Civ 06783-6-7210.
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BEST SOURCES FOR FAMILY AND MWR INFORMAITON ON THE ROCK
Hiking trails
Nordic Walking
Mountainbiking
Sportevents
Markets, guided walking and city tours
Old town festival and Rallye
Enjoy the time in our beautiful cityand discover the region
Welcome to BaumholderTake you time to relax and enjoy the possibilities of our activities.
Many various events which take place all the year inviteyou to a trip with your whole family.
For more information:
Verbandsgemeindeverwaltung BaumholderAm Weiherdamm 1 - 55774 Baumholder
Phone: 06783-81-0 - Fax: 06783-81-60
Have you ever been walking in 15 minutes to three countries? Do you want to enjoy french castles, luxemburgian wine and ro-man villas in Germany? Do you want to see where the Schengen Treaty was signed? Come to Perl and enjoy the borderless region
France-Germany-Luxemburg … only 90 km from Baumholder. Feel free to contact us, we speak English.
heart of the “Dreiländereck”
Tourist-Information PerlTrierer Straße 28, 66706 Perl
Tel.: 0 68 67-6 61 05, E-Mail: [email protected], Internet: www.perl-mosel.de
Tourist Information Of ce
Opening times
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SKIES Instructors NeededMake money with your talent. Tutor or teach children cooking, sewing, art, music, dancing or any special skill or craft of which you have fi rsthand knowledge. Contact SKIES at mil 485-6969/6641 or Civ 06783-6-6969/6641.
IN THE KNOW – STAYING SMART ON THE ROCK
valued abilities to succeed in the competitive job market. The program structure offers four 12-week terms to work after school/weekends in areas such as food service, child care, outdoor recreation, libraries, fi tness centers and golf. To apply for enrollment, contact the Wetzel Teen Center, bldg 8875. Call 485-6348, 06783-6-6348 to fi nd out more today.
Love children? Family Child Care (FCC) is the place to be. If you are interested in starting your own childcare business, FCC can help. Have the best of both worlds: Stay at home with your child and earn from $20,000 to $40,000 or more per year. Family Child Care leads to a long-lasting career and continuing opportunities for professional growth by
offering Child Development Associate and FCC Accredi-tation. Join our winning team and apply to be the best. Call FCC to get started 485-6588, 06783-66588.
HIRED Apprenticeship Program For teens 15-18 years of age, Hired offers experiences within distinct career paths to help teens develop employer-
need a job?
Photo by Ignacio Rubalcava
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IN THE KNOW – STAYING SMART ON THE ROCK
Bahnhofstraße 5, 55774 BaumholderTelefon 0 67 83/18 96 66
www.haarschnittstelle.de
Edelstein–ErlebnisweltIdar-Oberstein
Nahestr. 42
www.edelstein-erlebniswelt.de
Gemstone Adventure Show
Visit our fascinating show
of glittering precious stones and
minerals.
Factory Outletfor jewellery, precious stones
and minerals.Huge selection and
major price advantages.
Cell phones with or without a plan,unlocked cell phones, prepaid, chargers, cases ...Best service in town!
Tel. +49 (0) 67 83 - 1 88 89 77Bahnhofstraße 455774 Baumholder
iPhones
body collision repair & paintingmechanical repair
all european and US-carsall insurance companies
call: 0 67 82/ 25 22
15 minutes drive from Baumholderaddress: Industriegebiet 3 • 55768 Hoppstädten-Weiersbach
Credit cards + Dollars are welcome
ESSO Schäfer Baumholder Auto Schäfer
0 67 83 - 13 72 • Berschweiler Straße 9 • 0 67 83 - 30 31
We accept
Fuel cardsCar washBakery
Authorized Ford dealerFord warranty work
Body + Paint + Repair
Service for all types of vehiclesTowing + tire service
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The place to have a beverage, serf the web for free and socialize
Savor the fl avor at the Java CafeHours of operation Mon.-Fri.: 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 8am – 5 p.m. Closed Sun. & federal holidays
Located in the community mailroom, bldg. 8661; 485-6439 or +49-0-6783-6-6439Try our coffee favorites: White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Latte, Raspberry Mocha or Dark Chocolate
Photos from left to right, Baumholder windmills by Dennis Johnson,, Baumholder Golf Course, by David Delisio, Veteran‘s Day Ceremony, by Ignacio Rubalcava.; Java Cafe operations assistant Kristi Conde serves Tony Ramsey coffee. Java cafe staff photo courtesy Baumholder Family and MWR..
free wifi
coffee specials
Free WiFi at the Java CaféThe Java Cafe is a great location for Family Readiness Group meetings and social-izing. You may also relax with your laptop taking advantage of the free wireless internet connection to stay connected with your friends and family
JAVA CAFE
while trying the coffee specials that are updated throughout the year to refl ect the chang-ing seasons. The Java Cafe team serves seasonal specials such as Peach Melba, Creme Brulee, Chocolate Covered Almond, Chocolate Amaretto, Pumpkin Spice, Irish Spice,
Apple Pie, Strawberry Javac-cino )and more. Feel free to ask the helpful staff what is on offer for special promotion. Also ask for a Java Cafe loyalty card. Get the required number of stamps, turn in the com-pleted card and receive a free drink. It is the Java Cafe’s way
of saying thanks for being such a great customer.
The Java Café coffee traveler is a portable coffee urn. It is $15 and comes with 8 cups, sugars and creamers. Great for meetings, school functions or for the offi ce.
Free delivery
We takeDollars
Im Höfchen, 55774 Baumholder
Every order will be madefresh when you call usGerman-ItalianSpecialities
Opening hoursRestaurant: 5 pm–10 pm
Delivery Service: 5 pm–11 pmclosed on Mondays except on German holidays
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Photo by Ignacio Rubalcava of Ann Marie Bond Detavernier welcoming single Soldiers back from deployment. Photo by Adam Good of Gen. George S. Patton‘s granddaughter, Helen, sharing a laugh
with former BOSS presiden Jenlin Wang.
service
travel
growth
Warrior Zone 485-7339 or +49-0-6783-6-7339
CMR bldg 8661, RM 149 (location in 2012)bldg 8106 on Museum Strasse (location in 2013)
BOSS Adopt-a-RoadBOSS members meet once a month to help keep streets tidy. Adopt-a-Road is way for BOSS members to get involved in the community and make a difference by keeping our environment clean. Earn promotion points, help the Baumholder Military Commu-nity, and stay involved; join today.
Quality of Life ProgrammingBOSS Soldiers meet at the Warrior Zone once per month to go over Quality of Life issues and put forward input on how to improve their program.
See Europe with BOSS Monthly BOSS trips are offe-red to locations in Germany and surrounding countries. BOSS Soldiers are encouraged to obtain a tourist passport in order to participate on the maximum options of trips locations available. Participants must be a single Soldier or a geographical bachelor to parti-cipate in activities.
B.O.S.S. Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers485-8251 or +49-0-6783-6-8251
Located at the Warrior Zone locations
Plugged inThe key feature of the War-rior Zone is its technology. The facility offers free inter-net access, live action video, online multi-player competi-tions, home theater viewing, advanced sound systems and an ice hockey table. They have three major video gaming consoles, PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii, with over 50 games and over 100 movies from which to select.
Designed with the Soldier in mindThe Warrior Zone is a Sol-dier-only facility but guests are welcome when accompanied by their sponsor/friend.Soldiers are allowed to bring food into the facility. Aside from having computers that are used for entertainment
purposes, single Soldiers have free computers to handle per-sonal business such as check-ing bank accounts or Leave and Earnings Statement and to contact loved ones.
Computers are CAC enabled for Soldiers who would like to do online training to advance their careers.
Baumholder’s Interim Warrior Zone is only the beginningPlans to build a new much larger facility from the ground up are currently under way. Plans for the new center will include a lounge, fl at screen TVs, pool tables and several gaming stations, among other amenities aimed at taking the edge off of the rigors of life in the Army.
WARRIOR ZONE – BOSS – NICKS PLACE AT SHOOTERS
Hotel-Restaurant „Zum Stern“HH superior Inh. Michael Rech
Ausweilerstraße 2 • 55774 Baumholder • Tel. 06783/5877Fax 06783/5055 • [email protected] • www.zum-stern-baumholder.de
Owned by the Rech family since 1954 the hospitality provided here, the pleasant atmos-phere and the range of leisure time options make it an unforgettable stay for you. We are happy to spoil you in our restaurant (100 seats) with regional and seasonal specialities. Our extensive buffet offer for groups awaits you. Comfortable hotel rooms with a private bath and free internet access ensure you will have a pleasant stay.
Quick lunch from 11:00 am until 2:00 pmdinner from 17:00 - 21:30We are open all day on Sunday.
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WARRIOR ZONE – BOSS – NICKS PLACE AT SHOOTERS
Nick Colbert, manager of Nick’s Place, located in the Shooter’s building next to ODR, offers a variety of food and beverage options and is within walking distance from the single Soldier barracks. Try the awesome chicken wings with your choice of over 10 fl avors.
Home deliveryDon’t have time to hang out at the facility? Call in your order for takeout or home delivery at 06783-6-7004. Delivery costs $1.50 per order to Smith Barracks and the Wetzel Housing (every day except Wednesday) from 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Deleveries not available off base, but folks are welcome to do takeout at no extra cost.
Monday - PokerBring your friends for a fun night of no-limit Texas Hold’em. Starts at 8 p.m.
Tuesday - 2-4-1 Beer8-10 p.m.
Wednesday - closed
Thursday - Ladies Nightwith half-priced drinks from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Friday & Saturday - KaraokeCome out to sing karaoke to your favorite tunes with DJ MicLovin every Friday from 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Saturday - Beer Pong Tourney10 p.m.
Sunday - Sports NightEnjoy free chips and salsa while watching your favorite sporting events. Depending on time of year, the drop-down projector and four fl at screen televisions will play what is hot in the sporting world such as American football, soccer, race car driving, baseball and mixed martial arts.
Sunday - Family Night 6-9 p.m. Kid‘s meal half price with purchase of adult meal.
Photo by Chris Laurion of Soldiers enjoying a night out at Nick‘s place..
Nick’s placeShooters Sports Bar & Diner
Bldg 8167 next to Outdoor Recreation, (just down the hill from the Shoppette on Smith Barracks).
food
music
tournaments
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WARRIOR ZONE – BOSS – NICKS PLACE AT SHOOTERS
There are different laws in every country on Earth. That makes it essential for you to familiarize yourself with the laws of the land in which you are driving your vehicle in order to protect your rights. Legislation in Germany offers many advantages for motorists.
Any motorist in Germany whose car has been damaged by another road user is free as a matter of principle to appoint an expert of his choice to assess the damage to his vehicle.
Preserving all the evidence of the extent of damage and the size of a claim in this way ensures that the injured party receives the full amount of damages owing to him. As a rule, if selling a repaired car that has been involved in an accident, there is a duty to
carried out, in which case the garage claims the repair costs directly from the insurer of the other party and the injured party does not have to pay in advance. You have the right here to have the vehicle fi xed at a garage of your choice.
If you need a hire car, you are allowed a replacement vehicle free of charge. Should you not require a hire car, you can apply for compensation for loss of use; this is also quantifi ed in a report.
Always be skeptical if the other party’s liability insurance offers to handle the entire claim for you. With this type of claims control, there is a high risk that the claim will not be adjusted in your interest but as the insurer sees fi t. Your independent advisers (lawyers and vehicle experts) are often excluded by this
INFORMATION FOR DRIVERS AFTER A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT
disclose this fact. A damage report, which is free of charge to the injured party, can be used to give a prospective purchaser information about the exact extent of damage.
The market value of a vehicle is reduced in the event of a traffi c accident and ensuing repairs. This decrease in value is not normally quantifi ed until a report is completed. The owner of the damaged vehicle is paid for this decrease in value by the insurer of the other party. The insurer of the person who caused the damage must be provided with proof of these costs in a report.
The injured party is free to have the repair costs refunded by the other party on the basis of a damage report submitted by him (notional invoice) or to arrange for the repairs to be
so-called claims management, to your ultimate disadvantage. The injured party can also appoint a trusted lawyer to enforce claims. The costs thus incurred must likewise be borne by the insurer of the person who caused the accident. Exercise your statutory rights in your own interests and in the interests of your wallet. Be sure to seek a full settlement of your claim rather than a rapid one.
Independent claims handlers are available to give you personal advice on all technical matters free of charge.
by Armin Heinz
AUTOMOTIVE CLAIMS ADJUSTER SERVICE
Auto Claims Handling, Management & Assessment
Get in touch with us for:
Offering personal
advice concerning
all automotive
issues!
www.IhreGUTACHTER.de Your information portal for all your automotive assessment needs.
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BOWLING
Striker‘s Bowling Center in BaumholderBldg. 8105, Smith Barracks
Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.Sunday and Federal Holidays
1 p.m.-9 p.m.06783-6-6569 or DSN 485-6569
Strike Zone Snack BarBldg. 8105 Smith Barracks
Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday and Federal Holidays 1 p.m.-8 p.m.
Birthday Party ProgramTake the stress out of plan-ning your next birthday party. $13.95 pp includes themed plates, cups, cutlery, napkins, curling ribbon and balloons, 2 slices of pizza and drinks, 2 hours of unlimited bowling with shoe rental and bowling coupon for each guest. For your convenience, set up is done by the Bowling Center staff.
View package at www.baum-holder.army.mil/sites/local/bowling.asp. Check out our catalog on www.baumholder.army.mil, click on “MWR,” then “bowling,” and look to the right column for the downloadable party packet.
Visit or call Strikers to fi nd out more at (06783) 6-6569 or mil 485-6569.
TournamentsStriker’s offers just-for-fun tournaments throughout the year. Check with Striker’s or go to their website for more information.
Adult Volunteers needed for Young American Bowling AllianceThe USBC sanctioned youth league is for children 18 and under. Youth can participate in the Pepsi-Cola Youth Bow-ling Championships to earn awards and patches. The Young American Bowling Alliance, YABA, is looking for children (ages 6 and up) and adult volunteers to run their program. If you or your child wants to get involved with a cool sport that anyone can play, give bowling a try. The cost to join will be determined once the league has been established. Join USBC Youth bowling today.
Retro BowlJoin us every Tuesday at 4 p.m. Enjoy prices from the past. Retro Bowl lets you have fun for 50 cents per game of
bowling and 50 cents for shoe rental. You won’t be able to have this much fun anywhere else for these prices,so let Striker’s be your place to be entertained every Tuesday.
Party Time BowlingEvery Saturday night, we turn off the lights and turn up the fun beginning at 8 p.m. Check out our new Light and Sound system, along with our GIANT TV screens on each lane. Listen to your favorite songs or watch your favorite movie while enjoying great food at our Strike Zone Snack Bar every Saturday night.
Photo of Striker’s Bowling Center
winner by Sharon Parker
0 67 89 - 9 73 00scrap and non-ferrous metal• We buy from businesses and private households
• Daily top prices for small quantities upon delivery • For larger quantities we will gladly provide containers
Low-priced remaining stock sale
of tools and small appliances
Monday to Friday From 8.00 am to 12.00 noon and from 1.00 am to 5.00 pm
Josef Keller GmbH
55779 Heimbach/Nahe, Hauptstraße 57–59
www.schrott-keller.de
Holiday Cottage in Saxon Switzerland 4 km to the Ragiswalde ski region 30 km to Dresden 170 km to Prague
• up to 7 people • 140 m2 • 3 doubles • 1 children’s room • 2 bathrooms • 1 guest bathroom
price: 150 e/day
departure cleaning: 100 e
Please speak with Monika Heidrich under 01 51/ 12 03 97 20 if you’re interested.
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GOLF
Rolling Hills is a 9-hole golf course, with practice green, driving range, pro shop, and club house. A variety of golfi ng opportunities exist including normal open play, tourna-ments with different types of styles of play, and instruction for children to adults. The course is open March through November and is closed December through February. The course is available to an-yone, age 6 and up. Children, 16 and under, must have adult supervision.
Driving Range Practice facilities are state of the art with a full practice green for improving putting skills and a driving range with open air and covered stations, two teaching booths and a sand bunker. Tokens for the driving range are available for purchase at the pro shop during normal operating hours.
Retail Sales:The pro shop carries an as-sortment of golfi ng products,
by some of the game’s biggest names in clubs, balls, shoes, gloves, clothing and accesso-ries. If they don’t have what you want in stock, the pros at the shop will be happy to special order it for you at no extra cost.
Club house:The club house seats up to 60 people. The party room is available for $75 for small functions of up to 60people; great for retirement or hail and farewells.
Tournaments and Instruction: The tournament schedule is varied, with normally two tournaments per month. One is usually American sponsored and the other is German co-use club sponsored.Men’s/Ladies Days are typi-cally held on Wednesday and usually start in May and end sometime in November, de-pending on the weather.Non-members need to pay greens fees for all events. The deadline for tournament sig-
nup is noon of the last working day before the tournament, unless announced different-ly. To complete tournament registration, the player must pay for the event in advance. Keep in mind that persons who sign up for a tournament and just do not show up will not receive a refund.The golf course is open for pu-blic play 15 minutes after the last group tees off in events requiring tee times. The golf course will open for public play 15 minutes after the last group passes the fi rst tee in shotgun start tournaments.
Entry fees:Rolling Hills sponsored events are generally $35 for members and $40 for non-members, (except Club Champs. which is $60 for members and $75 for non-members). German co-use club sponsored tourna-ments are 22 Euros.
Thursday Night Scramble, every Thursday night during the playing season is a 9 hole scramble. Teams are picked by drawing and the sign up deadline is 5:45 pm. Entry fee is $15.
Kids Saturday golf clinics are held one Saturday each month from April through November (weather dependent). Clinic cost is $5 per visit. The entry fee includes clubs, balls, and the lesson. The Spring Ladies Clinic is 3 sessions of golf inst-ruction culminating in a 9 hole mini tournament on the last day for the cost of $50. Golf balls and clubs provided.
All tournaments and instructions clinics are open to everyone with the exceptions of the club championships (American and German) and the German league play once a year.
Note: Prices and times are subject to change. Please call for any information and to make tee-times.
stay active all year-roundGolf at Rolling Hills
Summer Weekdays - 12 pm to 8 pm, weekends/holidays- 9am to 8 pm.
(Hours will increase/decrease with the season)
Upper Wetzel Kaserne, Bldg 8888, near the swimming pool. 485-7299 or+49-0-6783-6-7299
Photo by David Delisio.
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SPORTS
Sports Offi ce: Making it fun to stay in shape
FREE Fitness Orientations Schedule an appointment at your convenience to learn all about what programs and equipment are available. The program is available for partici-pants 18 years of age or older. Sign up at Hall of Champions Sports Offi ce Mon. through Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hours: Hall of Champions; Monday – Fri 0530-2100; Sat, Sun and holi-days (federal and training) 0900 – 1700
Mountaineer: Monday – Fri 0530-1900; closed on weekendsHall of Champions 8105 Museum Strasse on Smith barracks
Mountaineer 8220 Infantry Avenue on Smith BarracksPhone 485-303/7418/71766671/ or +49-0-6783-6-6303/7418/71766671,
Aquatics: 485-7093 or +49-0-6783-6-70938897 Upper Wetzel, next to Rolling Hills Golf Course
The Hall of Cham-pions Fitness Center
features a newly renovated fl oor.
Photo courtesy af Baumholder Physical
Fitness Center, and Family and MWR
staff member Bernd Kurth.
Does the prospect of being strapped to an agonizing medieval torture device sound preferable to a spending an hour in a spin class? It is time to conquer your fear of Spin. Our spin instructor is here to soothe your misconceptions and shed some light on one of the best, most maligned forms of exercise. Indoor cycling is accessible to exercisers of all levels. Stop at Mountaineer Fitness Center for a fabulous spin class while tightening your body and brightening your day.
Check out the TRX Suspension Training System at the Physical Fitness Center. TRX is suggested as a re-habilitation tool as well as a program for hardcore athletic training. To use the equip-ment, show your ID card to the front desk of the Hall of Champions or Mountaineer Fitness Center; and the staff will provide you with the TRX System, an exercise guide and a brief TRX orientation. TRX training combines strength training and cardio using the participants own body weight. User can effortlessly control
the resistance and level of diffi culty by simply shifting the position of their body.
Reserve a sporting facility venue such as Minnick Field, Soldier Park, Hall of Champions Floor, or the Mountaineer Fitness Center Combative Room for a unit function. All you have to do is contact the Baumholder Sports Offi ce. You must sub-mit a memorandum requesting use. All reservations are on a fi rst come, fi rst-served basis, so remember to submit early. Sporting amenities include a family room equipped with televisions and DVD player (for parents with small chil-dren), sauna’s, dressing rooms, free fi tness classes (as per schedule) and wide screen televisions in cardio workout area
The Baumholder Fitness Centers host various events throughout the year such as the IMCOM Offi cials Clinic, where interested participants may train to become a quali-fi ed sports offi cial. The course is free and once completed, offi cials may be paid for of-
Try classes such as Aikido, Vinyasa Flow, Morning Spin, Evening Spin, Tone, Lift and Clinch, Power Yoga, Ballet and Body SculptAll fi tness levels are welcome to attend. Classes are $4 per class or you may buy a pack of 10 tickets for $30.
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SPORTS
Photos of Soldiers and civilians enjoying various activities offered by the Baumholder Fitness Centers. Photos courtesy af Baumholder Physical Fitness Center, and Family and MWR staff member Bernd Kurth.
group sports
fi tness classes
weight training
fi ciating games. For additional information call the Baum-holder Sports Offi ce at 485-6671/7176.
Monthly community runs Join us for the Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run, Turkey Trot, Jingle Bell Jog, St. Pat-rick’s Day Run, Army 10-Miler, Army Birthday, Memorial Day and Independence Day runs.
The Self-Defense Workout This class is held at Moun-taineer Fitness Center and is currently offered for free. This class helps students develop self-defense skills in a non-contact workout.
Yoga classes are taught at the Mountaineer Fitness Center and are free on certain daysThis full body strength and fl exibility training challenges and relaxes your muscles,
mind and spirit. The Sculpt & Tone/Body Sculpting class is held at the Mountaineer Fit-ness Center and is currently offered for free. This func-tional fi tness program helps strengthen the body.
Zumba dance is an exciting and effective fusion of international Latin dance and cardio as a workout. The class is offered for $4 per session or partici-pants may purchase advance
tickets in bulk for $30 for a pack of ten.
Note: this class will be offered as soon as we fi ll the instructor slot.Adult Ballet currently costs $85/month. Get a great work-out while polishing your poise, posture and confi dence.
NOTE: Price and availability of classes subject to change on all programs and offerings.
Detlef Müller
spinal specialist
medical and wellness treatment
visceral therapy
manual therapy
lymphdrainage
children and baby‘s treatments
Physiotherapy and Osteopathy
Hauptstraße 15 · 55765 BirkenfeldTelefon 0 67 82/4 03 43
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OUTDOOR RECREATION
See the world, an adventure at a time
Outdoor RecreationBldg. 8167,
Smith Barracks, Closed WednesdayOpen all other days
9 a.m.-6 p.m.Call (06783) 6-7182 or 485-7182/6345/6202.
Have a hankering to see the city of lights? Take a trip to Paris with ODR. Perhaps you want to get your hands on a famous German hand-crafted clock from the Black Forest while on your European tour? Whether it is shopping, culture or sights you want to see, ODR has the trip for you. During the harvest season, try a wine or beer fest. ODR has trips to Oktoberfest and other seasonal fests such as the Trier Bread and Circus, Keukenhof Tulip, Mosel Wine and many Medieval Market festivals.
In the summer ODR goes to some of the most famous amusement parks in Europe such as Euro Disney, Movie World, Leogland and Europa Park. ODR will even take folks to concerts and conven-tions such as the Saarbrucken Tattoo convention or the auto show in Frankfurt if a mini-mum amount of paid sign-ups are available to make each trip a go. Call ODR for details on the exact number of folks nee-ded for each trip since each trip depends on the size of the bus and duration of the trip.
Besides one day and week-end trips, ODR also arranges longer trips for those interes-ted in visiting other countries. Participants may go to the beach, diving or tour various locations to learn more about
SCUBA & sky diving, camping, shooting, fi shing, biking, kayaking, snowboarding...
make the trips a go. The group may be split into ability levels to ride the course. 40 Rental Bikes are available.
Get back to nature; go camping The Family and MWR camp-ground is located fi ve minutes from main post on Upper Wetzel near Rolling Hills Golf Course. The Campground is available for rent all year round. ODR has 40 RV Sites available at $10 per day and three group sites for up to 100 people available at $35 per day. RV and group sites include fi re pits and grills. The campground area and next to driving range; cost is $30. The campground can handle large groups and is open year round. Reservations made earlier are best since the best sites for the summer are re-served months in advance.. Available on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis.
ODR High ropes course and team building programThe program costs $45 per person; minimum of eight peo-ple required for program.
Fishing pond ODR has access to a pond stocked with Rainbow Trout (pan size and up) just fi ve minutes from main post. Cus-tomers do not need a license to fi sh in our pond, but will need a permit. Coordination for a permit to fi sh for the day is available through ODR for $15 for a three-fi sh limit, $25 for a fi ve-fi sh limit. If a person is caught fi shing without the required permit, they could be fi ned by the German govern-ment. Group rates vary with size/amount of time fi shed.
Trap and Skeet Range30rd trap $615rd skeet $3
cycle, swim, dive, shoot, ski, tour, fi sh
the culture. In recent years, trips to Malta and Croatia have been very popular. For instance the trip to Pula, Cro-atia offers access to visit the national park of Brijuni nearby where there is a safari park, a Byzantine castrum and a Ro-man residential villa in Verige Bay. Pula has great diving op-portunities that include sunken Roman galleys and WW1I sub-marines. There is an aquarium inside the one hundred and eighteen-year old Austro-Hun-garian fortress where visitors have direct contact with fi sh in an open tank.
The Malta trip offers divers some of the best of the Me-diterrenian. For non-divers, there is the island of Gozo, one of the oldest religous sites in the world once known as Gantija. Boat tours are availab-le to three islands for water-front dining. Other must-see attractions on Gozo are the Blue Hole and Inland Sea.
Note: prices and times subject to change. Contact ODR/Rod and Gun Club for the most recent pricing and dates available.
ODR Mountain Bike Program has Cannondale full suspen-sion mountain bikes available to rent for $20 per day. Take them out and give them a spin. Baumholder offers beginner to expert level local trail rides, guided trips and self guided tours. Don’t miss out on the awesome trails from level one to three (easy rides, technical and advanced).
Guided trips are available to the Pfalzerwald (about 1.5 hours from Baumholder near Landau) offering 15-70 km of epic single-track bike trails. ODR needs groups of 8 to
30rd skeet $625rd rolling rabbit $615rd rolling rabbit $3
Range hours are from 1000-1500 hours, every day of the week except Wednesday. Open year round. Must have range safety class before use. Class offered at ODR range. Guns cost is $5. No reser-vations taken. Available on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis.
Paintball fi eldIf you have your own equip-ment, fi eld usage fee is $10 per person, per day. If you need equipment, the fi eld usage and equipment checkout fee is $20 per per-son, per day.Special rates of $10 per per-son, per day are available for unit training time. The paint-ball fi eld is open all year. Hours of operation: 1000-1700 hrs. Max number of participants per session or day is 100. Group reservations are only taken on weekdays.Reserve at least one week in advance.
ArcheryThe archery range is loca-ted near the Trap and Skeet range. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and are allowed to practice only under adult supervision. Individuals must reserve a time for instruc-tion on how to safely use the equipment, and then will be given access to the range.
Instructors may also show students how to make their own bow. Interested partici-pants may make a reservation to purchase the kits and then build the bows. These bows are usually traditional native American style bows. The instructor will show students
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how to make lines, fl etching, arrows and all the parts students need to make a bow that would have been typically used in the 1600s.
Learn how to fi sh Learn the skill of fl y-fi shing from a certifi ed German fi shing guide with a one day Rod and Gun Club introduc-tion course. Tackle and day pass are included. Course requires an eight-person mi-nimum to make the course a go. ODR also offers intensive three-day courses.
Fly fi shingWeekend seminars to learn the art of fl y fi shing are scheduled depending on the season. Individuals learn fl y tying and casting. The seminar is free. Afterwards, students are able to attend a fi shing day (cost is 20 Euros per person) and is held at the Forellehof in Berfi nk, Germany.
German Hunting CourseThis eight-week German hunting course is offered over weekends, and twice per week, for $150 per person. Attendees will become a licensed hunter in Germany with all weapon privileges. The hunting license costs extra (approximately 186 Euros). Hunting insurance costs about 120 Euros and is good for
OUTDOOR RECREATION
three years. A minimum of 15 people is required.
SkydivingBitberg Aeroclub takes Value Added Tax forms and ODR will assist with getting you into the sport. The club member instructors speak English and offer static line and accelerated freefall.
Canoeing and Kayaking Trips can be done by reserva-tion. Germany usually has class on water so many folks who are interested in a relaxing day trip will be interested in trying kayaking for a fun family trip. Patrons may rent vests, paddles, canoes, helmets and kayaks to take out on their own, or schedule a trip with a minimum of eight participants through ODR.
Austria Adventrue trips are offe-red over long weekends where individuals will experience class three water ways and will have to pass a swimming test. Cost for the trip is about 350 Euro per person.
SCUBA Certifi cation Course price is $395 and online course work can be completed for free before completing the open water diving. Diving consists of two weekends and fi ve open-water dives at Kronau Lake. Schedu-
ling is fl exible and weekends don’t have to be consecutive. All equipment is supplied. Students are encouraged to purchase mask, fi ns and snor-kel. Dive center also offers all necessary equipment for purchase at a discounted price for new students. ODR also offers advanced SSI courses through instructor level 3.
Ski and snowboard equipment Adults can be outfi tted with gear for as low as $18 per day. Patrons who are really into gear may want to try the upgraded demo ski package with high-end gear, featuring this year’s K-2 Crossfi re name brand retailing for about $1,000 per pair. These parabo-lic skis, along with boots and poles, rents for $36 per day and is a smart move for folks who would like to test out the expensive stuff before plopping down a wad of cash.
Beach or mountain, imagine yourself here enjoying the best tha tEurope has to offer. Make your experience hassle-free by joining Outdoor Recreation on one of their fabulous destinations. Photos courtesy Baumholder ODR and the marketing offi ce.
Outdoor Rec can take the hassle out of planning your ski trip. If you sign up for a trip, you will not have to worry about fi nding the lifts, booking a hotel or fi guring out the cool places to enjoy après-ski. The staff will have all that taken care of for you. They have fantastic package ski deals that offer both value and savings.
Take the opportunity to enjoy one of our long weekend trips to Switzerland Austria to make optimal use of the federal holiday schedule. Call ODR for a list of trips.
Day trips to the Black Forest are offered on selected Satur-days during ski season and are great for those wanting to get into the sport.
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Thalichtenberg Castleby Sarah Redicker
Burg Lichtenberg is a castle surrounded by the beautiful landscape in the Pfaelzer mountain area. Because of its location on top of a mountain, the fi rst thing you will notice is the beautiful view. Just as good as the view is the restaurant, the convenience of a youth hostel, an interesting church and no less than three museums.
Burg Lichtenberg loosely trans-lates to light fi lled mountain. The castle was dubbed this because the area was cleared of trees which allowed more light to fall onto the mountain on which it was built.
Lichtenberg Castle was built around 1200 AD by the Earls von Veldenz. But there was a hitch: the problem was that the earls did not get permission to build a cast-le from the folks who controlled the area. So, there ensued a fi ght between the Bishops of Reims (who technically controlled the area) and the Earls of Veldenz who
It is free to enter, but those interes-ted in history of the area may book a tour in English in advance or join one of the regularly scheduled ones every Sunday and holiday at 3 p.m. (in German). The tour costs 26 Euro per group to tour the castle, 46 Euro plus entry fee for one museum or 62 Euro for a com-bined ticket for both museums.
Every fi rst Saturday of the month is reserved for civil and religious wedding ceremonies. Book early, since this is a popular venue by contacting the Standesamt in Kusel under the number 06381-9180 for civil ceremonies and for a religious ceremony (in the old castle chur-ch), contact 06381-1513.
The castle is an excellent venue for other entertainment options by renting the castle restaurant. The restaurant, located within the castle walls, has space for 140 people with two separate rooms. To book, contact the restau-rant at 06381-2633. It is closed Mondays. If you need more space for your guests it is possible rent the Zehntscheune (where the
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were supposed to protect the area but not take it over.
One of the fi rst documents mentioning the castle is from the bishops asking the earls to tear down the construction. Lucky for us, the earls ignored the bishop.
Even though we have evidence that folks were interested in fi ghting over the property, Burg Lichtenberg was not a terribly im-portant castle and few folks lived in it. Even the owners (the Veldenz family) preferred to live in their comfortable city castle, and used the Burg Lichtenberg only for hunting parties or special events to entertain guests.
In a way, we are lucky that nobody really cared about the property because what makes Lichtenberg Castle so valuable and beautiful today, is that it was never fought over or destroyed in wars. The only damages were caused by a fi re in 1799. Today the rebuilt area of the castle is one of the largest preserved castles in Germany with a length of about 1395 feet.
Naturkunde and Musikantenland museums are located).
Want to learn more about the area? Visit the three museums. The fi rst and smallest is the Natur kunde Museum where you can learn about the local fl ora and fauna. If you walk further up the stairs you will fi nd the Musikanten land-Museum. Here you can fi nd out about the famous musi cians this area generated and then streamed out all over the world in the time between 1850 and WWI. Many of these musi-cians also immigrated to America.
One of the most important musicians from this time was Georg Drumm. His most famous composition is “Hail America” from the year 1917. Since 1950 this composition is played at the inaugurations of new American presidents, so this year when we get a new president, listen closely.
The third Museum is the Geoskop. It mainly explains what this area looked like around 290 million ye-ars ago, back in the Rotliegen age.
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Why did they put a geological museum on the castle compound? Because Burg Lichtenberg is located right in the middle of the biggest Rotliegen area in Europe, therefore, this museum is centered in the middle of the area where all its exhibitions were found.
One of the more interesting facets of the museum is that it compares ancient plants with their modern-day “children” by showing which plants and animals still exist today that existed 290 million years ago.
A great example is the Axolotl (a strange looking water animal resembling a newt still found in Mexico today). The name Axolotl is an Aztec combination of the word ‚atl‘ (water) and ‚Xolotl‘, deity. So, loosely translated, axolotl means „water monster“.The Axolotl is about as long as a Barbie doll and lives in water holes in semi arid regions of Mexico (so watch where you step). Don’t worry about stepping on a live one at the Geoskop, you will fi nd them in an aquarium next to the fossilized skeleton of one of their ancestors from 290 years ago. The “grandpa” version is little bit bigger than ones still in
existance today. Also they show you examples of existing plants alongside fossilized version of the same plants from the past.
Another highlight of the museum is the ten foot long sweet water shark fossil. The sharks look a bit strange, although classifi ed as sharks they resemble crocodiles. The animals used to swim just outside the castle in an area that was about 62 miles long and 25 miles wide. The biggest one in the museum is called the white shark because the skeleton is white.
You may also view the prepara-tion room to see how the staff works on the fossils.
The Geoskop is open from 1 April-31.October 10-5 p.m. and from 1 November- 31 March from 2-5 p.m. It costs 2.60 Euro for adults and 2.10 for students. You can also buy a family ticket for 6.10 Euro. The Museum is accessible for those using a wheelchair with entries and bathroom facilities to accommo-date. Guided tours are available.
After a long day of cultural and culinary experiences, you may
want to stay in Burg Lichtenberg overnight (remember, don’t drink and drive). With some planning you may be able to get a room in youth hostel located within the castle compound. The rooms and facilities are very clean and the staff is amazing. The hostel has 106 rooms with a variation of beds per room. Each room is equipped with a shower and toilette. The hostel has a bistro, café, snack area and children’s play corner. Prices include breakfast and start at 21 Euro per adult and 10.50 Euro per child. The youth hostel is opened year round except Christmas day; to book, call 06381-2632.
There are a lot of events at Burg Lichtenberg. The most interesting are the middle age market at the end of June and the medieval Christmas market at the beginning of December. Check the web for a complete listing of events (in Ger-man) at www.pfaelzerbergland.de. Need more info? Contact 06381-8429 or email [email protected]. Or contact the tourist infor-mation Kuseler Musikantenland Trierstr.41 66869 Kusel Phone: 06381-424270..
Family Edinger
55774 Baumholder/Westrich
Phone: 06783/2219
Fax: 06783/188701
• German cuisine • Adjoining room available
for parties
Only 1 km away from the Center of Baumholder
Situated in the lovely Westrich region
Booking is required
Situated in the lovely Westrich region
Booking is required
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ART CENTER
Baumholder Creative Arts Center
Craft Retail StoreGet all your crafting supplies at the Baumholder Creative Arts Center. We carry items for scrapbooking, fi ne arts, crochet and knitting, sewing, general crafts and cake decorating.
Professional FramingGet stunning results at a reasonable price with the Baumholder Creative Art Center. Whether you have paintings, prints or military art, they will advise and assist with making your treasure a true work of art such as fi ne art. Projects are priced upon design, size, frame and mat selection. Hours of operation are Tuesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Call mil 485-6634 or (06783)-6-6634 to set up an appointment.
Plaque ShopNeed plaques for saying farewell to a colleague, a unit award to commend excel-lence or athletic achievement? Plaques are perfect for military awards and farewell gifts. Customized plating for any oc-casion is also available. Plaques range in size and are priced based on design, size, and material selection. For a price quote, bring your require-
Creative Arts CenterBldg. 8104,
Smith Kaserne, BaumholderTu-F, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.Sa, Noon-5 p.m.
Closed Sundays and US Holidays
ments to the plaque shop and we’ll help you design your customized layout. Projects are usually available within two weeks, but customers may also request a 48-hour service for an extra charge. Call the Creative Arts Center Plaque Shop at mil 485-6634 or civ (06783)-6-6634.
Balloon CenterNext time you need balloons for your party, remember that we have both Mylar, latex and new bubble balloons in a wide variety of shapes and colors. Balloon delivery is available anywhere on post in Baum-holder. Stop by the Creative Arts Center and place your order. A $5 de-livery charge will apply to each order. For more information, call DSN 485-6687 or 06783-6-6687.
Knitting (Beginners or Advanced)Learn: how to “cast-on” (to begin a project), two basic knitting stitches, the impor-tance of gauge, fi xing mistakes, and binding-off (to fi nish a
project). Designed for begin-ner knitters, but all are wel-come. Only $10 per person; ask about our group discounts. For dates and times, call DSN 485-6687 or 06783-6-6687.
Crochet (Beginners or Advanced) Learn the simple and reward-ing craft of crochet, a process of creating fabric from yarn by looping it through a crochet hook. Advanced crochet will teach more complicated stitches and techniques. Cost is $10 per person for each class. Most course materials are provided by the instructor; chiefl y for beginners. For dates
and times, call DSN 485-6687 or 06783-6-6687.
Decoupage DazzleSee how easy it can be to decorate your cherished items using the art of decoupage, a craft dating
from 17th century Venice. You too can learn this art of decorating an object by gluing paper cutouts onto it in com-bination with special paint ef-fects. Cost is $10 per person,
most materials are provided by the instructor. Students are encouraged to bring a small object they would like decoup-age. For dates and times, call mil 485-6687 or 06783-6-6687.
Would you like to share your unique skills and knowledge with the community? The Creative Arts Center is now looking for instructors to teach a variety of classes, such as cake decorating, painting, drawing, sewing, pottery and quilting. Come by Bldg. 8104 to inquire about teaching your craft.
Classes are subject to change or cancellation.
Contact us for details on our cancellation policy.
Sign-up deadline for all classes is the day before class starts, unless otherwise noted in the
description. Take advantage of our dis-count policies on selected
classes. Buddy Discount: Bring a friend and both receive a
25% discount. Group Discount: Groups of 4 or more receive a 50% discount on entire cost.
Photos from left to right: Painting by Ry-
der Matthews, students design art project
at Creative Art Center, submission into
the annual Spring Arts Festival.. Photos
courtesy the Creative Art Center.
The Creative Arts Center is looking for instructors to teach a variety of classes,
such as cake decorat-ing, painting, drawing, sewing, pottery and
quilting.
framing, retail, plaques, balloons, art and crafting classes
Retail Store: 06783-6-6687 or DSN 485-6687
Frame/Plaque Shop: 06783-6-6634 or DSN 485-6634
For more information email usarmy.baumholder.imcom-fmwrc.
For more information about any of our services or classes, visit us at our Facebook page at Baumholder Arts and Crafts or visit our blog at www.baumholderartsandcrafts.
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Book your next party in the historic Rheinlandby Dani Jackson
Having a party in government housing can get quite crow-ded, not to mention, no one likes cleaning up. So where can you go that has enough space to accommodate hungry, ener-getic children or adults that are ready to have a good time? You guessed it—The Rheinlan-der Community Club.
Sure, this location is ideal for community information briefi ngs and hail and farewells, but did you know that you can also rent out some of their rooms? If you are having a huge party, you can even rent the entire building for only $300 per function.“People come in and want to rent a room for birthday parties, balls or a sit down din-ner, the Rheinlander remains a popular place because it’s the largest building in Baum-holder” says Bill Gromowski, manager of the facility.
RHEINLANDER COMMUNITY CLUB
If you are having a huge
party, you can even rent
the entire building for only
$300 per function.
So exactly who is allowed to rent a room in the Rheinlander Com-munity Club? Like most military venues, booking a room in the Rheinlander is available for all military and US ID cardhol-ders. Non ID cardholders can also attend activities as guests of authorized patrons. All that is required for those that cannot access Smiths Barracks is that they submit pertinent information through the host to the Rheinlander reservations clerk four to fi ve days in advance in or-der to prepare and submit an access roster to allow for the period of the event.
According to Gromowski, booking the Rheinlander isn’t as diffi cult as one might think. “People can call and make a reservation and I check if the
date and room they want is available. At some point they will need to come in so they can have a look at the room and sign the agreement.” Af-ter an agreement is made, the customer will need to sche-dule a date to meet with the concessionaire to agree to a menu, prices and terms. Until the contract is signed and fi nalized, reservations are held
on a tentative status. “If people are booking a unit function, it must be noted on the con-tract. Once the rental
agreement is signed the customer has up to 72 hours prior to the event to change the contract” says Gromow-ski. All dues and fees are due 48 hours before the event. The customer may also pay in advance if they so choose.
The services that the Rheinlan-der offers don’t stop there. In addition to renting out their rooms, the Rheinlander also provides catering through their contractor, Siggi Zimmer. Star-ting at $6 per person, you can get a fi nger food buffet that includes some of the basics like meat balls, chicken wings, wraps, egg rolls and a vegetab-le or fruit platter. “The fi nger food buffet is very popular with promotion ceremonies,” says Zimmer. If you choose to go with a traditional buffet, the price starts at $11 per person which includes 3 meats, 5 side dishes, bread, a salad bar and dessert.
All food options and pricing inclu-de coffee & tea as well as the set up and clean up fee. In case you are already thinking of booking your next party at the Rheinlander, ple-ase be advised that no outside food or drink are allowed due to the fact that the Rhein-
er Community Clublander is a Family and MWR facility, however, exceptions are made for special occasion cakes.In addition to catering servi-ces, if you need entertainment, a house DJ is also available. The Rheinlander booking al-lows for patrons to also book a different band or DJ at their descretion.
Not the decorating type? You can also have decorations put up for an extra $1 per person. (All above agreements and prices are subject to change until fi nalized and re-fl ected on an offi cial party con-tract by the concessionaire).If you’re not looking to rent out space, swing by for some of the Rheinlander’s on-going brunches and themed dinners. According to Gromowski. “All of our holiday or themed events are usually ongoing—events such as Valentine’s day dinner, Easter and Mother’s day brunches just to name a few.
Hail/farewell, parties, balls, lunch/dinner, room rental, catering, unit functions, meetings, fl ea markets
Photos from left to right:
The Rheinlander Ball Room during the Holiday
Tree Lighting Event, center photos of guests en-
joying Oktoberfest at the Rheinlander, right photo
of teh Baumholder Community Spouses Club
during one of the many information fairs offered
to the community in the Rheinlander Ballroom.
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To book your party at the Rheinlander, call at mil 485-7507 or CIV 06783-6-7507 The Rheinlander is located on Smith Barracks building 8085 (across from the CMR Building).
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SPECIAL EVENTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND HILLTOP THEATER
Baumholder, Hilltop Theater,
acts, music, magic, comedy, song and
even horror
broaden your skills, use your talent to win or just come out and be entertained
Have you ever imagined your-self under the bright lights of the stage? Ever dreamed of hearing the roar of applause for a job well done? The Hilltop Community Theater is open to all ID cardholders and local nationals. Offering a wide variety of performances — mysteries, dramas, comedies, one-act plays and musicals - the theater staff works with a large group of U.S. and Ger-man volunteers to produce quality English language Com-munity Theater. Volunteers are the core of our theater program; everything from act-ing to technical roles neces-sary to produce these amazing performances. The Hilltop Theater offers folks a chance to improve their on-the-spot speaking, skills while strength-ening host nation relations and providing a way for Americans stationed in Baumholder to interact with the community.
Special Events and entertain-ment are ongoing through-out the year in Baumholder. Comedy shows, bands, musical acts, magicians, cheerleaders, puppet shows and children’s entertainment are just a few of the acts that came to the Baumholder Military Com-munity with the coordina-tion and efforts of Family and MWR this year. In addition, Family and MWR hosts two annual bazaars each year, one in the spring and one in the fall, so that folks may shop for European style antiques, wine, paintings, silk and wool car-pets, jewelry, clothing and oth-er novelty items from all over Europe without even leaving
Hilltop Theater 2012-13 SEASON – Community Theater at its best
Baumholder , Special Events
Steel Magnolias, Les Mis, It’s a Wonderful Life, Bat Boy, God of Carnage… these are just a few of the fantastic shows planned for the 2012-2013 theatrical season! Hilltop Theater is a hive of activ-ity, hosting not only award-winning Broadway plays and musicals, but Operation: Rising Star, Baumholder Idol, the annual Halloween Haunted House Spectacular and count-less other events! If you’re not the “on -tage type”, but enjoy working with and being around highly creative people, there are lots of roles to be played, from running the Box Offi ce, to painting set designs, creat-ing lighting and sound effects… the list goes on.
The theater relies on the dedication of volunteers who are willing to commit time and effort to creating the best possible experience for the
the post. The event is usually held in the Hall of Champions, bldg 8105 on Smith Barracks. For details contact the Special Events Coordinator at 485-6115 or +49(0)6783-6115.
In past years, Baumholder has received two long-standing programs that have now be-come highly anticipated events: Operation Rising Star and the Soldier Show.
Operation Rising Star is modeled after the popular television show American Idol. The competition is open to all Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard Soldiers for all branches of service and their
Little Mermaid (All youth production) Auditions-December 3,4Performances- March 8,9,10,15,16,17
Bat Boy (Toppers Entry)Auditions - November 5, & 6, 2012Performances in 2013February 15,16,22,23,24, March 1,2,3
Les Misérables (reprise) 2013March 22,23God of Carnage (Toppers Entry)April 5,6,12,13
Murder in the Rheinlander (Dinner Theater)June 14,15,21,22
Drama Camp 22 July – 2 August
You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown - September 20,21,27,28,29
Halloween the UNDERWORLD October 18,19,25,26
The Mouse TrapDecember 6,7,13,14,20,21
Evening of One Acts (Dates to be Determined)
The Hilltop Theater is very excited about our upcoming season! The Hilltop Theater staff and volunteers believe the Hilltop Theater offers some thing for everyo-ne - no matter your age or skill level. Our goal is to offer challenging and entertaining shows for the whole community.
Please join us: Whether you are from Kaisers-lautern or Baumholder, German or American you are invited to be a part of the Hilltop Theater and discover the magic!
audience. Volunteers who wish to discover the joy of per-forming are always welcome. If you have questions about volunteering, contact the Hilltop Theater at CIV (06783) 6-7244 or email [email protected]. To order tickets, or for more informa-tion about performances dates and times, contact the Cre-ative Arts Center box offi ce at CIV (06783) 6-6687 or email [email protected].
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HILLTOP THEATER
Photo of Hilltop Theater dramatic play Alice in Wonderland, the Soldier Show and more entertainment offered throughout the year. Photos by Ignacio (Iggy) Rubalcava.
Family members 18 years and older. Finalists compete locally and then go onto compete on the Pentagon Channel. Last year’s grand prize was an all-expense-paid trip for two to Los Angeles, CA, to record a three-song demo CD. Each year, prizes are awarded to the fi rst ($500) through third
($100) place fi nishers. Audi-ence members who came out to support their favorite con-testants at all the local events had the opportunity to win a $300 “Spirit Award” given to the most supportive unit or Family Readiness Group.Selection at the installation level is done through a com-
bination of audience voting, scores from a three-judge panel and audience votes. The judges’ ratings hold 50 percent of the participants’ score.
The U.S. Army Soldier Show is a professionally choreo-graphed, family-style variety show featuring performances
spanning Broadway musicals, to country, gospel, R&B, and Top 40 songs. Performances are held on post or in local community venues. Admission is always free of charge and is open to authorized patrons of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation.
Fissler – company with traditionFounded in 1845 by Carl Philipp Fissler in Idar-Oberstein, in the Rhineland-Palatinate, the company can look back on a success story lasting over 165 years. Today the brand stands for cooking with pleasure and passion and is one of the world’s leading brands for high-quality cookware. Fissler is the authority in German and international kit-chens - everyone thinks of before buying pots, pans, pres-sure cookers, roasters, woks, cast iron, knives and kitchen accessories. Its products „Made in Germany“ are market in over 70 countries around the world. Fissler is still family-
owned and employs around 780 people. Most of them are working in the German factories in Idar-Oberstein and Hoppstädten-Weiersbach. So the company is still a very important employer in this region. As a special service Fissler offers cook demonstrations and cook courses in its visitor center in the city quater Idar. Hobby cooks can enjoy cooking with high-quality cookware and also their selfmade meals. In the nearby Fissler shop the wide range of products is available and promises the right cookware for all needs and any taste.
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AQUATICS FACILITY
Aquatics Facility
Baumholder is home to the Army’s only aquatics facility in Germany. For an excel-lent cardio, low impact, high energy workout, or simply to relax, head over to the swim-ming pool and get acquainted with the staff and facility. The helpful aquatics professio-nals will show you swimming techniques and the latest equipment available to get you in top shape in no time.
Baumholder Aquatics Facility is a 25 meter, 5 lane pool with four swimmable lanes. There are showers available in the men’s and women’s locker rooms. The swimming pool is open to all SOFA ID cardhol-ders and their family members. Children 12 and under need to be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. Youth 13 and over with valid SOFA ID can
Enjoy the only Army Pool in Germany at the Family and MWR Aquatics Facility
8897, Upper Wetzel, Rolling Hills Area (Morse Road) phone: 485-7093/6575, CIV 067836-7093/6575Hours: Tues - Fri 1130-1900; Sat, 1000-1700; closed Sun/Mon, and US holidays Hours subject to change.
use the pool unaccompanied. (IAW AR 215-1). Also, the pool is open to LN‘s, contrac-tors, and others with a valid installation pass that autho-rizes use of MWR facilities. Guests with no SOFA affi lia-tion can use the pool as long as they are accompanied by a valid SOFA ID cardholder. There is a nominal guest fee of $3.00 per guest which will need to be paid in advance of the guest using the pool.Only proper swimming attire is permitted in the pool. Ex-ceptions are made for soldiers during scheduled unit training in which clean PT shirts and shorts can be worn. Long hair must be either pulled into a pony tail or pig tails, or a swim cap can be worn. Long hair is hair that can be pulled back and held with a hair-elastic. Please, no bobby pins or metal
clips. Lockers are available for day use only, however, please bring your own lock. In additi-on, towels and goggles are not provided.
Training equipment is available for usage for specifi c types of swim training. Instructions can be given by one of the aqua-tics professionals if you are unsure how to use a piece of equipment. US Coast Guard approved fl oatation devices are available for use for infants, youth, and adults. Pool toys are also available. Please, do not bring outside pool toys or fl otation devices.
Water Aerobics ProgramThe benefi ts of exercising in the water include increased circulation and fl exibility, improved resting heart rate, cardiovascular endurance,
muscular strength, muscular endurance, and balanced mu-scle toning. Core stabilization and balance are also impro-ved. Other benefi ts include less stress on joints, reduced recovery time during exercise, relaxation, and psychological well-being. Most important, it is FUN!!! Class times and days may vary and are scheduled seasonally.
Learn-to-Swim ProgramCertifi ed American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors teach year-round water adjustment and Learn-to-Swim classes for young children, ages 12 months to 5 years, youth ages 6 years and up, and adults. Look for date, time, and level information, or contact Aqua-tics Manager for details.
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Spring Splash and Winter Splash A seasonal swimming oppor-tunity. This is a water safety class with a hands-on educa-tional session to learn how to be safe in, on, and around the water. Water safety lessons are age appropriate. New par-ticipants are assessed on their respective swimming level for future participation in the Learn-to-Swim Program. For previous Learn-to-Swim par-ticipants, this is a skill review and assessment session. No certifi cation will be awarded. Look for date, time, and level information, or contact Aqua-tics Manager for details.
Guard Start: Junior Lifeguard CampThe American Red Cross Juni-or Lifeguard Course is offered for youth ages 11 to 14. The course provides youth with a foundation of knowledge, atti-tudes, and skills to give them a better understanding of being safe in and around the water, what to do in case of an emer-gency, as well as prepare them for the Lifeguarding Course. There are lessons in preventi-on, fi tness, response, leader-ship, and professionalism. This course is taught usually during the summer.
Lifeguard Training CourseThe American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course pro-
vides training for entry-level lifeguards. Participants learn skills and knowledge necessary to help prevent, to recognize, and to respond to emergenci-es and sudden illness. Training includes CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Lifeguarding skills. Call to get on the waiting list and receive information for when course is being offered.
Lifeguard Instructor CourseThe American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Course provides training for indi-viduals to be able to teach Lifeguard Training. Call to get on the waiting list and receive information on when course is being offered.
Water Safety Instructor CourseThe American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course provides training for individuals to become certifi ed swimming instructors. Learn how to teach the fundamentals of learning to swim, how to breakdown strokes, how to apply hydrodynamic principles, and how to adapt teaching methods for the very young child, adults, and individuals with special needs. Call to get on the waiting list and receive information on when course is being offered.
Unit Training and Unit PTAquatics Training is offered for units and covers a gambit of areas. Types of aquatics training available: Water Survival Training (TC 21-21), Shallow Water Egress Training (vehicle rollover simulator), SKED Training (in water victim retrieval and transport), Com-bat Water Survival Testing (in-structional portion available), and APFT Swim Testing also available. There are alternate PT activities from which to choose, such as Water Aero-bics, Aqua Jogger, Water Exer-cise, Circuit Training, Relays, Fundamental Aquatic Skills, Swimming Technique, Swim-ming Conditioning, Water Polo, and Inner Tube Water Polo. Trained instructors are provided. Allow two to three weeks advance notice. Please call for date and time availabili-ty. Reservation required.
Multi-Purpose Room Rental and Classroom RentalThe Multi-Purpose Room is a cozy room to hold a birthday party, baby shower, get-together, etc. Classroom space is available for classes, meetings, trainings, etc. These rooms can be rented for a no-minal fee. Fees vary per room. Minimum rental period is two hours. Set-up and clean-up time is scheduled in conjunc-
tion with the rental period. Maximum room capacity is 38 people for the Multi-Purpose Room, 20 people for the large classroom, and 10 people for the small classroom. Please call for date and time availabili-ty. Reservation required.
Lifeguard PositionsThe Baumholder Aquatics Facility has vacancies for lifeguard positions. We need you! Are you ready for the challenge? Get paid to stay fi t! Some benefi ts are included. Additional training opportuni-ties are available. If you enjoy swimming and working with people, why not become a lifeguard?
Contact the Baumholder Aquatics Facility for informati-on on wave-making programs, courses, classes, activities, etc. Call 485-7093, CIV 06783-6-7093, or DSN 485-6575, CIV 06783-6-6575 for more information.
We make waves; make some with us!
Photos courtesy Baumholder Aquatics Facility
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Book ClubJoin the free Library Book Club for individuals 18-years old and up. The group reads and discusses a selected book. Date and time are determined by the group.
Audio Books, DVDs, CDs, and Games The library has an extended DVD movie collection with a new addition of classic Ameri-can and foreign fi lms.
Audio Books , CDs and Games are also available to check out. All material is free of charge. For more information call the library at mil 485-1740 or (06783) 6-1740 or visit Building 8332.
Library: books, video, music, mags, web...
English/Spanish stories. Appro-priate for children up to age fi ve.Parents must remain with children. For more informa-tion call the library at mil 485-1740 or (06783) 6-1740 or visit Building 8332
Library Introduction Become familiar with whe-re to fi nd material by taking
a tour of the library. Learn about available resources. For more information please call to schedule an appoint-ment at mil 485-8851, or (06783) 6-8851
Summer Reading ProgramContact the library for infor-mation on the yearly Summer Reading Program at mil 485-8851, or (06783) 6-8851
readings, audio, video, downloads, online services, books, music, movies, magazines
Bldg. 8332 Smith Barracks, Baumholder, M-Th 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 10-5 p.m., Closed Sundays and U.S. Holidays (06783) 6-1740 or DSN 485-1740
The Baumholder Library has the largest space available to users compared to any other library facility
in the Army Europe.
LIBRARY
Interlibrary loansIf the library does not have what you are looking for, you can request material from other Army Libraries. For more information on free in-terlibrary loans, call the library at mil 485-1740 or (06783) 6-1740 or visit Building 8332.
Children’s Story TimeDevelop reading and listening skills for your children at an early age. Stories are read to children followed by projects, crafts, and other social inter-actions. Program last appro-ximately one hour. Story Time held Tuesdays 4 p.m. and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. On the last Tuesday of every month, Story Time includes
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PHONE LISTING
FMWR FAX: 485-6960 (or 06783-6-6960)8680 Dragoon Circle, 55774 Baumholder
Director, 8680...........485-1550/7289 Management Assistant, 8680 .... 485-1550 Conference-Room, 8680 ........... 485-7332Information Services, 8680 ....... 485-6909 Functional Admin, 8680 ............. 485-7444 Marketing, 8680 ........................... 485-6263
BRD – BUSINESS RECREATION DIVISIONBusiness Recreation Chief, 8680 485-6970 Strikers Bowling, 8105 ............... 485-6569 Rheinlander, 8085 .............485-6533/6941Java Café, 8667 ............................ 485-6439Rolling Hills Golf, 8888 ....485-7299/6172 Creative Arts, 8104 ..........485-6687/6021Hilltop Theatre, 8218 ................. 485-7244Auto Craft Shop, 8438 .............. 485-6344Auto Parts Yard, 8443 ............... 485-6684Library, 8332 ................................ 485-8851 Outdoor Recreation, 8167 ....... 485-7182Rod & Gun Pro Shop, 8167 ...... 485-6202ODR Club House, 8167 ..............................485-7182/6345/6202 Non-Facility Based Programsand BOSS Advisor, 8680 ........... 485-6115 Sports & Fitness: 8105 .....485-7176/6671 Supv. Sports Specialist ..485-7176/6671 Health & Fitness, 8105 ........... 485-6671 Hall of Champions, 8105 ......................... 485-6303/6615/6615 Mountaineer, 8220 .......485-7418/7286 Aquatics Pool, 8897 ................ 485-7093
FMD – FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTBldg 8680 and 2925 (Polaski) .............Budget Analyst, 8680.................. 485-6026 ....................................................or 493-4128VAT (Tax) Offi ce, 8661 ............. 485-1780
BILLETINGLAGERHOF INN, 8076 ............. 485-7433 Reservation desk ...............485-1700/8076
CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES Bldg 8743 CYSS Chief.................................... 485-8664Parent Services, 8743, .... 485-7003Family Child Care (FCC), 8743 485-6588School Liaison Offi cer, 8743... 485-6968Functional Technology, 8743.. 485-6852School Liaison Ofcr, 8743, ..... 485-6968SKIES, 8046, .............................. 485-6641Youth Sports/Fitness, 8743, ... 485-7210Sports Distribution, 8438, ...... 485-7320Program Operations, 8743 .... 485-7276Child Development Centers: Smith CDC, 8099, ..................485-6461 Wetzel CDC, 8862, ....................... 7133School Age Center, 8879, ........485-7475Wetzel Middle School & Teen Program, 8875, .................485-6810Workforce Prep. 8875, ............485-6810Military Family Life Consultants, 8745, ........... 015224211044Operator 011-49-6783-6113 or DSN 314-485-1110
Call from Germany to the U.S. 001 + area code + number.
From the U.S. to Germany: 011 + 49 + phone number.
Stateside DSN from DSN in Germany: 312 + 7 digit DSN.
Long distance calling Collect to the U.S.: 0010 + area code + number.
Foreign country codesAustria ........................................................0043Belgium .......................................................0032Bosnia-Herzegovina ...............................00387Croatia ......................................................00385Czech Republic ........................................0042Denmark ....................................................0045England/UK ................................................0044France .........................................................0033Germany*...................................................0049Greece ........................................................0030Ireland ......................................................00353Italy .............................................................0039Lichtenstein ...............................................0041Luxembourg ............................................00352Netherlands ...............................................0031Portugal ....................................................00351Spain ............................................................0034Sweden .......................................................0046Switzerland ................................................0041Turkey ........................................................0090United States ............................................... 001*Calls to Germany from other countries.
Family and MWR phone guide
Need a phone number?Grab a Find It Guide
The Find-It Guide is your local pho-ne resource for Baumholder. The Find-It Guide lists phone numbers
from around Europe to include Baumholder, Heidelberg, Ramstein, Vogelweh, Sembach and Spangdah-lem as well as quick references for other areas such as AFRC. Don’t forget that there are free coupons inside, and remember, the Find-It Guide is free, brought to you by
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Tri-Border Reporter and, The Saber Herald. Call Ms. Barron at 485-7127
or 06783-6-7127 for delivery.
Listen to American Forces Network Radio
for Baumholder updates Tune at 5 p.m. on AFN FM 100.2 Kaiserslautern or FM 106.1 for the latest on Baumholder news. Keep up on the latest in TV schedules, weather, gas prices and exchange rates:
log on to http://www.afneurope.net.
You’ll get news and information about installations in the Kaiserslaut-ern and Baumholder Military Com-munity, just tune your AFN Decoder to channel 19. Listen to AFN radio on your TV. Tune your AFN Satel-lite Decoder to channel 192 to listen to 100.2 FM or tune your Decoder to channel 193 to listen to 1107 AM. For a complete listing of all the chan-nels available on your AFN Satellite Decoder visit afneurope.net.
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AUTO SKILLS
Auto Skills OffersVehicle Safety Inspection Come by the Auto Skills Cen-ter every Wed. at 2 p.m. to have the auto skills staff assist you in inspecting the coolant, tires, wipers, lights, exhaust, etc. For those new to the facil-ity, consider taking our shop orientation class. Learn how to acquire a bay, obtain tools, operate car lifts and fi nd the locations of hazardous waste receptacle.
Learn to perform repairs and maintenance on your vehicle for FREE. Bay fee cost is $6 per hour on lift bay and $5 per hour on fl at bay.
Roadside repair classGet the skills you need to feel safe. Walk-ins accepted every Wed. from 2-4 p.m. at
Build confi dance by working on your car and pocket the savings. Come to Family and MWR Auto Skills
or call for a special appoint-ment. Individuals and groups welcome.
Price ListBay fee with lift $6 per hourBay fee without lift $5 per hourTowing fee after hook up $50 + $1 per kmMounting (per tire) $4Balancing (per tire) $6Tire change - (per tire remaining on present rim) $4Auto storage fee per day $5Holding lot per day $2Detail service (estimated on size of vehicle), get a free quote todayResale lot $10 per month
Auto Parts Yard OffersNeed a radio for your car?Radio $15Radio with cassette player $24Radio with CD player $40
Auto Skills Center Smith Barracks Bldg 8438, DSN 485-6344 Civ 06783-6-6344, Tues-Fri 1 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and US Holidays, Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Auto Parts Yard Smith Barracks Bldg 8443 , DSN 485-6684 Civ 06783-6-6684,
Summer hours: Tues-Fri Noon-8 p.m., Sat & Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. closed Sun, Mon & U.S. holidays. Winter hours: Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. closed Sun, Mon and U.S. Holidays. Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Need parts for your vehicle? Come to the Auto Parts Yard for winter tires, snow chains, fi rst aid kits, winter triangles, windshields and fenders.
No turn in fees for donated vehiclesNeed to dispose of your vehicle? Bring the current valid USAREUR registration for the vehicle and the auto parts yard staff will prepare docu-mentation for deregistration and clearing at no cost to the customer. The owner of the vehicle is required to perform this task or may designate a power of attorney.
Towing to ID Card Holders with proof of ownership (registration) any-where in Germany Tue - Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tow fees: $50 Hookup Fee plus a one way charge of $1 per kilometer.
Roadside Assistance (change a fl at or jump start). Fee $20 only offered within
USAG Baumholder Tue - Sat 10 a.m. -6 p.m.
Auto Parts Yard rules 1. Valid U.S. ID card required. 2. Under 16 years old prohibited. 3. Must sign in. 4. No smoking in work areas. 5. No POVs allowed except
to remove heavy parts. 6. Do not roll vehicles over. 7. Parts may only be exchanged
on day of purchase. 8. Whole cars are available
for sale. 9. Clean area after removing
parts. 10. No open toe shoes or
short pants allowed.
Learn to perform your own auto maintenance: tire repair and balance, fl uid checks and more.
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Grafenwoehr 1107 101.4Heidelberg 1143 104.6Hohenfels 1485 89.4Kaiserslautern 1107 100.2Mannheim 1143 107.3Pirmasens ---- 103.0Schweinfurt 1143 87.7
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Note: tear out this page and keep it in your glove comparpartment of your vehicle for reference.
Auto Car SalesNote: In order to purchase a vehicle the buyer
must be an ID card holder and will need to regis-
ter the vehicle in the USAEUR registration system.
All sales are fi nal..
Here’s how is works: Check the cars available, and ask about prices and the condi-tion of the automobile with the Auto Parts Yard staff (Mr. Brown, Mr. Ford). All ve-hicles are pre-inspected with annotations, so check the his-tory and pre-assessment info.
Vehicles are classifi ed by age, mileage and condition. If the vehicle is in very good condi-tion, it may go up for closed bid. If it is an older vehicle it may be offered for purchase for cash and carry. Purchasers may test-drive vehicles on location before the sale and go over what papers are needed to register vehicles. Folks may put in a sealed bid or purchase cash and carry automobiles.
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Parent Central ServicesInterested in child care? Want to sign up for Tae kwon do? Looking to volunteer for CYSS? You can do all this and much more at CYSS Parent Central Services. It is your one-stop-shop for everything CYSS related. Whether you need to fi nd out if there’s a waiting list for full day care, sign up for a program or activ-ity or just ask some general questions, Parent Central Ser-vices has got you covered. In order to use any CYSS program, you fi rst need to register with CYSS at Parent Central Services. In order to register, your family will require the following:
* Up-to-date immunization records* LES for both sponsor and spouse* Two local emergency contacts* Completed DA Form 7625-1 (one per child, available online or at Parent Central)* Completed DD Form 2652 (one per household, available online or at Parent Central)
Child and Youth School Services
CHILD & YOUTH SCHOOL SERVICES
If your family includes children, CYSS is where you belong! CYSS has programs, activities, and events for chil-dren from ages 4 weeks through 18 years of age. From full time child care, to school preparatory classes to
sports and fi tness, CYSS has something for every child and youth. Read below to fi nd out more.
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* Medical Action Plans (only as needed)* Medical Health Assessment (required w/in 30 days of registration)
Once your registration is com-plete Parent Central Services will help you fi nd the services and programs that are right for your family. You can even fi nd forms, sign up for pro-grams and pay your bills online at: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/baumholdercyms.html.Parent Central Services is open for walk-ins and
appointments Monday through Wednesday and
Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. , Thursdays from 8
a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 5
p.m. by appointment only. Contact Parent Central
Services at DSN 485-7003 / CIV 067836-7003
for questions or to make an appointment.
Child Development Centers (CDC)Our Child Development Centers provide you with top-quality child care nation-ally accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
We offer full-day, part-day and hourly child care services to children 6 weeks old through kindergarten in a safe, positive, and engaging learning environ-ment.
Utilizing Teaching Strategies - The Creative CurriculumOur caring and profession-ally trained staff delivers an enriching program that promotes a child’s emotional, physical, cognitive and social development. For over 30 years, Teaching Strategies has helped early childhood educa-tors across the country plan and implement content-rich, developmentally appropriate programs that support active learning and promote chil-dren’s progress in all develop-mental areas.
Today, the Creative Curriculum is widely
regarded as a forward-thinking, comprehensive,
rigorously researched curriculum approach that
honors creativity andrespects the role that
teachers play in making learning exciting and
relevant for every child.
Our CDCs are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday
through Friday. Spaces may be available for all
age groups. To fi nd out, contact Parent Central
Services at DSN 485-7003.
Our School Age Center is nation-ally accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). We offer before & after school care, hourly care, spring, winter and summer camps and a wide variety of clubs, programs and activities delivered by a profes-sional staff. Daily program-ming and activities include art, technology, drama, cooking, sports, recreation, and aca-demic tutoring support; ad-ditionally clubs are developed and implemented based on
the perceived and expressed interests of children. SAC is open
from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Wetzel School Age Center is affi li-ated with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), 4-H Clubs and Character Counts. Participants in Wetzel School Age Center’s BGCA technology clubs have been recognized regionally and nationally for their contribu-tions in photography, video production and digital music composition.Patrons receive up to four free open recreation hours per month to participate in School Age programs at no cost. Children must be registered with CYSS to participate. To fi nd
out more, contact Parent Central Services at DSN
485-7003 / CIV 067836-7003 or our School-Age
Center at DSN 485-7475 / CIV 067836-7475.
Middle School / Teen Center (MST)The Middle School/Teen Center offers a broad range of educational and recreational opportunities for youth in Baumholder from grades 7-12. From a professionally staffed computer lab to a fully stocked art and music studio, the MST center has something for everyone. Whether you need help with homework, look-
Photos courtesy Child and Youth School Services and Baumholder Public Affairs Offi ce.
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by providing a variety of materials, experiences, and activities that are real and meaningful.
art, technology, drama, cooking, sports, recreation and academic tutoring support
ing to challenge your friends on the X-box or just want to relax with a good movie, you’ll fi nd it at the Middle School/Teen Center. The Middle School/Teen Cen-ter also takes a wide variety of trips, hosts dances and clubs, and participates in contests sponsored by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and 4-H. Learn photography, art, music or the value of civil service. There is something cool going on each day…..and attend-ing our MST is free. So, come check it out.For more information or to register contact
Parent Central Services at DSN 485-7003 / CIV
067836-7003 or the Middle School/Teen Center
at DSN 485-6810 / CIV 067836-6810.
Family Child Care (FCC)Our Family Child Care (FCC) program is recognized as one of the best in U.S. Army Europe. FCC provides children with engaging, age-appropriate experiences within a warm home setting. Our FCC homes have the benefi t of a small group ratio for multi-age children from 4 weeks to 12 years, allowing for siblings to be in care together and for greater opportunities for more individualized attention. Devel-
opmental learning experiences in FCC homes occur through natural and planned daily activities. Providers use daily routines, an enriching curricu-lum, and teachable moments to meet the varied needs and interests of children and promote positive outcomes. Similar to our facility-based programs, the goal of FCC is to nurture the development of the “whole” child by providing a variety of materials, experi-ences, and activities that are real and meaningful.
“After enjoying 6 weeks of maternity leave with my daughter, I was ner-
vous going back to work and sending her to child care. We found a won-derful provider, and she eased my mind from the start. Utilizing FCC was
the best decision we could have made. The warm and comforting environment, the small
care setting and the one-on-one time used with the children is amazing. My daughter is active, healthy, and happy for an 11-month old. Her
motor skills far surpass those of her own age that don’t attend child care or are in a larger child care environment. FCC was the best choice for our family and I applaud the providers that take the time to teach the chil-
dren and bring them into their homes for the ‘close knit’ environment. I am a very pleased and proud mother of a child that
goes to FCC.”
Are you looking to start your own business from home? The Baumholder Family Child Care (FCC) program is looking for the best qualifi ed applicants to
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Photos courtesy Child and Youth School Services
create, learn, play, build, bond
become certifi ed providers. FCC applicants must complete a screening process before certifi cation and background clearances are performed on applicants, spouses, and children 12 years of age and older. Providers also complete 40 hours of orientation train-ing, which includes child abuse, CPR and First Aid, medica-tions/communicable diseases, child abuse, business practices, nutrition and developmentally appropriate practices. Some of the many great benefi ts of becoming an FCC provider include:
* Providing child care in your home while also caring for your own children* Collecting tuition from parents AND receiving regular supplemental income via monthly government subsidies. * Receiving FREE ongoing professional training to enrich your own practice and can be redeemed for college credit * Earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential at no-cost* Receiving furniture and resources to open up your business such as chairs, tables, and a variety of toys from our extensive Lending Library
“I became an FCC pro-vider because I always enjoyed working with
children. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t
learn something new from my ’little angels’.
Children are our future and being a provider al-
lows me the opportunity to help them to succeed.”
Being an FCC provider is a great way to earn income, mentor young children, and serve the community. If you are interested in becoming a provider or have your child in an FCC home, please call our FCC offi ce at DSN 485-6588/CIV 067836-6588 for more information. FCC Briefi ngs are also offered monthly to those interested in knowing more about the program.
School Support ServicesOur School Liaison Offi cer (SLO) provides information, support, and assistance to military and civilian parents of school-age children and youth
in the Baumholder community. Our SLO provides you with information about the schools in our community, informs our schools on the unique needs of your family, coordinates with school staff, manages partnerships between parents, schools, and the garrison and serves as an advocate for your student and his/her education. Our SLO is a great resource to families new to the com-munity or PCSing to a new duty station. Contact our SLO at DSN
485-6968 or CIV 067836-6968. You can also get
more information on our webpage at http://www.
baumholder.army.mil/sites/local/schools.asp
Youth Sports & FitnessYouth Sports & Fitness pro-vides age-appropriate experi-ences that promote positive child and youth development outcomes and instill a life-time of healthy habits at an early age. These outcomes are facilitated through a comprehensive and predict-able programming framework within Four Service Areas: Team Sports, Individual Sports, Fitness & Health and Outreach Programs.
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Our programming aims to “bring out the best in youth.” Summer to fall, winter to spring,
the Baumholder Youth Sports program always
has something to offer its future all-stars.
Baumholder’s Youth Sports & Fitness program welcomes all interested community members
between the ages of 3-18 to join the fun.
Our team Sports include: soccer,fl ag-football, tackle football, cheerleading, basket-ball, baseball & softball.
Our individual Sports include: skiing, snowboarding, wres-tling, wall-climbing, fi shing, tennis, racquetball, bicycling & inline skating.
Our Health & Fitness and Outreach programs include:Healthy Habits, Fitness Au-thority, “Get Fit Be Strong”,
Start Smart Programs, Skill Building Clinics & Special Events.
Youth Sports & Fitness does not exclude adults from participatingOur program is always seek-ing helping hands from within the community to assist with coaching and umpiring. If you are interested in becoming a part of the “Home of Champi-ons”, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your participation is encouraged.For the latest information, please contact the
Youth Sports & Fitness Offi ce at DSN 485-7210 /
CIV 067836-7210 or Parent Central Services at
DSN 485-7003 / CIV 067836-7003.
SKIES UnlimitedSKIES (School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills) is synonymous with high quality instructional programs. SKIES offers a wide variety of classes in one of four different schools: the School of Sports, the School of Arts, the School of Life Skills and the School of Academic Skills. We offer a diversity of classes for a range of age groups in a variety of settings from martial arts, to ballet, to Driver’s Education to piano and swimming lessons. You can view or register for
any of our SKIES classes on line at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/baumhold-ercyms.html or contact Parent Central Services at DSN 485-7003 / CIV 067836-7003.
Need a job? SKIES is always look-ing for qualifi ed individuals to teach our classesIf you can sew, play an instru-ment, dance, or have any other special talent you can serve the community, mentor youth and make money as a SKIES instructor. Contact the SKIES
Director at DSN 485-6969 / CIV 067836.6969
for more information.
HIRED! Apprenticeship Program Hired is a workforce-prep-aration and apprenticeship enterprise designed to meet the employment and career-exploration needs of Army teens 15-18 years of age. HIRED! Apprenticeships offer experiences within distinct career paths designed to help participants determine whether their chosen career paths are the correct career choices for their future. Students graduating from high school are facing profound social, technological and eco-nomic changes. The goal of the
HIRED. Apprenticeship Pro-gram is to help teens develop the necessary confi dence and employer-valued abilities to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Child, Youth and School Services and Family and Morale, Welfare and Recre-ation (FMWR) have joined together to prepare teens for these rapidly changing condi-tions.
HIRED. Apprenticeship Terms con-sist of four twelve-week terms repeated annually. Opportuni-ties to work after school and weekends exist year round in programs such as food service, child care, outdoor recreation, libraries, fi tness centers, golf, and more. Teens may partici-pate in up to two apprentice terms per year and will receive a stipend upon completion of each term. Participants must commit to 15 hours of partici-pation within a seven (7)-day period for a total of 180 hours per term. To learn more about HIRED. programs or to apply
for enrollment, contact the Wetzel Teen Center,
BLDG 8875. DSN 485-6348 / CIV 067836-6348.
Value Added Tax Offi ceMon.-Fri. 0900-1700
Closed for lunch 1200-1300 except Wednesdays
Located in the Community Mail Room, Bldg. 8661
485-1780 or +49-0-6783-6-1780
When shopping on the Ger-man economy, residents pay up to 19% value added/sales tax. Many of the purchases offi cial U.S. ID Cardholders make are eligible for tax relief. Head over to the CMR Building on Smith Barracks and talk to the VAT personnel to fi nd out how VAT forms can help you save on those hefty taxes.
Note that VAT forms MUST be acquired before the purchase is made.
How it worksStep 1: Personally register with your local VAT offi ce. Obtain and read additional regulation and procedure information.
Step 2: Purchase VAT forms. The following two types are available: Unpriced Purchase Orders for purchases of less than 2,500 Euro and Priced Purchase Orders for purchases of 2,500 Euro or more. For a priced form, you must submit a cost estimate (angebot or kostenvoran-schlag) listing CMWRF as the customer and a cashier’s check made out to the vendor and CMWR (or a loan appro-val letter) when you purchase the form.
Step 3: Make your purchase. Check fi rst with the vendor to ensure they accept VAT forms as participation is voluntary. Some vendors will simply not charge VAT; other vendors will require that the customer pay the VAT at the register and then get a refund from customer service.
Step 4: Return the white origi-nal copy to a VAT offi ce. The pink copy is for your records. All other copies will be kept by the vendor.
You may only have a maxi-mum of 10 unpriced forms out at any given time and only one priced form out. Unpriced Forms are valid for two years and Priced Forms for four months and authorized family members may also use the forms. If the vendor allows, it is possible to combine 30 days of receipts on one VAT form as long as the total is less than 2,500 Euro.
Eligible PurchasesVehicle purchases and repairs, clothing, furniture, car rentals, group travel (if all travelers are eligible for VAT relief), minor home repair (not renovations), tools, Internet and land lines with TKS only, appliances, electronics, and more.
Ineligible PurchasesBusiness activities (either home-based or German licensed), purchases for ineli-gible people, utilities, telecom-munications other than TKS,
renovations, real estate, new construction, and purchases made before the VAT form was issued. If in doubt, check with VAT personnel.
UtilitiesThe Utility Tax Avoidance Program provides tax relief (19% for electricity and gas, 7% for water) for customers who live on the economy and are provided utilities by a participating company. In the Baumholder region these com-panies are: OIE, RWE Trier, Stadtwerke Kusel, Pfalzwerke, and Energis. The program fee is $77 and coverage is applied as long as you reside at your current address.
Come by the VAT offi ce with your fi rst bill or utility wel-come letter for an application.Below is a chart listing the prices of vat forms.
VAT Form PricesUnpriced Purchase Orders (<2,500 Euro) 1 Form $4 2 Forms $8 3 Forms $124 Forms $165 Forms $206 Forms $227 Forms $248 Forms $269 Forms $2810 Forms $30Priced Purchase Orders - $6
Stop throwing your money awaySave up to 19% on tax when you purchase items on the German economy
save money
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AMERICAN RED CROSS After Hours Emergencies DSN ...................................................... 431-2334 Civ. ...............................................07031-152-334
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AMBULANCEDuty Hours ...........................................DSN 116After Hours ..........................................DSN 114
FIREDSN ................................................................... 117
POLICEMilitary ..................................................DSN 114German ............................. 110 (from Civ. line)
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services you need. This brochure is available free of charge at all the listed l ocations.
For more information visit www.alles-deutschland.de.
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