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25 July 2012

Check for updates on community news information and events at wwwgrafenwoehrarmymil

Community Highlights

Special programs updates community campaigns classes and more

Join us at our Community Huddle Thursday 26 July The Community Huddle is a monthly meeting for all community members to find out the latest

info on programs events construction updates and other important issues Hosted by Col James Saenz USAG Grafenwoehr commander the Community Huddle will be held 1130 am to 1 pm at the Multi-purpose room Rose Barracks Bldg 134 Garrison directors and subject matter experts will brief topics and answer questions Or join in the conversation on facebook at httpwwwfacebookcomsk=welcomepagesUS-Army-Grafenwoehr-Community-Huddle162067230517715 LesMills Bodypump Class 23-27 July 9 am at the Grafenwoehr Fitness Center Bldg 170

A very special guest instructor is coming to teach the LesMills Bodypump Class and the CLASSES ARE FREE For more CIV 09641-83-9007 DSN 475-9007 What will Bodypumptrade do for me Shape and tone the muscles Improve general fitness and well-being Increase bone density (important in avoiding osteoporosis)

Thrift Shop August Sales

Starting 1 August Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop is offering a slew of sales in August All clothing items including

jeans and military clothing are BUY ONE get one FREE All books are 10 for $1 and all board games are 50 off All

sales apply to colored tags only 11 August Special Saturday opening for SUPER STRYKER MYSTERY SALE 10

am ndash 2 pm Open 10am to 2pm Tues Wed ampThurs Open Saturday August 11th DSN 476-2649 CIV 09662-83-2649 or email for more information Donations and volunteers welcome Volunteers receive special discounts on all sales

TRICARE SCAM ALERT Service members are advised to be on the lookout for checks being mailed to individuals with the official TRICARE logo and directions from American Mega Lottery Payment to activate and cash-in and attempt to obtain personal and financial information TRICARE is aware of the scam All Service members are highly encouraged to -Destroy the fraudulent check -Do not call the claims agent on the notice to activate the check -Do not deposit the fraudulent check into a bank account -Do not complete the form sign it or mail it back to American Mega Lottery More information can be found here httpwwwtricaremilfraudNewsDocumentLottery20Sweepstakes20Scampdf

The Public Affairs Office has a new email address And itrsquos a doozie For all newsletter submissions and general PAO questions please send an email to usarmygrafenwoehrimcommbxusag-grafenwoehr-paomailmil We can also be reached at DSN 475-1600 or CIV 09641-83-1600

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

US Forces ration policy change for alcohol By Installation Management Command Europe After a legal review and acceptance by US Customs officials the total number of liters of alcohol that can be purchased per person per month by US Forces in some European counties is changed from 65 liters to 6 liters Additionally liqueurs with more than 33 percent alcohol by volume are now rationed along with distilled spirits (liquors) Five or more miniature bottles (05 liters) purchased together are now also rationed These changes affect Germany Greece the Netherlands Spain and Turkey US Forces Ration Card AE Form 600-702C has been revised and ration card holders will be issued the new ration card when their old one expires

Stay vigilant and report suspicious activities Save these numbers save the joint task force tip line phone number civilian 0171-7455382 For emergencies off post call 112 the European emergency number reachable from fixed and mobile phones free of charge everywhere in the EU Incidents involving threats to children have been reported in the Kaiserslautern military community Installation management command officials are asking everyone to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities to the authorities The safety of our families is a priority for installation management command Europe We are aggressively working to resolve these threats and are using all of our available resources to track down those responsible (IMCOM_E Public Affairs)

Bulk Trash Pickup ndash County of Neustadt 27 Aug City Grafenwoehr 10 Sept City Pressath 15 Oct Netzaberg amp City Eschenbach (North of B 470) 16 Oct City Eschenbach (South of B 470) Curbside in front of your home Bulk Trash has to be out on curbside NLT 6 am Pick-up is provided by contractors of the County Neustadt What will be picked up Everything that is too big or too heavy to go into the normal refuse container such as Furniture mattresses carpets washing machines dryers radios TVs ovens stoves bicycles strollers and other items which cannot be dismantled torn or broken down to a size that would fit in the regular refuse container Each single item should be no larger than 80x40x32 inches and should not be heavier than 110 lb Bulk trash consisting of metal (ie bicycles washers dryers stoves etc) and electronic equipment (such as large appliances small appliances cooling devices information amp telecommunications including entertainment equipment) should be put out separately next to the normal bulk trash What will not be picked up

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

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

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

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

Combined Federal Campaign It is time for CFC to begin again We will be hosting a special training session for all CFC unit representatives on Sept 19 2 pm in Grafenwoehr Bldg533 Conference Room Training will last approximately 1 12 hour I look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your time and help with this great program For more information please contact Ms Christine Nunez DSN 475-8432 email Christineanunez4lnmailmil

VFW gives back Deadline 1 Nov Visit httpvfworgCommunityPrograms to learn more about the ldquoVoice of Democracyldquo and

ldquoPatriotrsquos Penldquo where students and community members alike can share there story for sholarship oppurtunities and more Conact your local VFW Post 10692 by emailing Kurtde1hotmailcom

Women Infants and Children (WIC) Overseas Program The Department of Defense (DoD) offers the WIC Overseas Program to eligible participants living overseas The WIC Overseas Program provides you and your family with several important benefits nutritious food tips on how to prepare balanced meals nutrition and health screenings and access to other resources that help you and your family lead healthier lives The program is available to eligible participants living overseas including civilian employees DoD contractors family members and members of the uniformed services If you or your family member is pregnant postpartum breastfeeding an infant or a child up to 5 years of age please call our Rose Barracks WIC Overseas Office (Bldg 221) for eligibility screening at 09662-83-3790

Chaplain Crisis Line After duty hours please call MP STATION CIV 09662-83-2490 or 09662-83-3397 DSN 476-2490 or 476-3397 USAG-Grafenwoehr IOC CIV 09641-83-7226 DSN 475-7226 CHAPLAIN CRISIS LINE CIV 0162-296-0838 During business hours Main Post Chapel DSN 475-1570 CIV 09641-83-1570 Rose Barracks Chapel DSN 476-1570 CIV 09662-83-1570

The Grafenwoehr Postal Service Center has a new email address For all postal questions and concerns please send an email to usarmygrafenwoehrimcommbxgrafenwoehr-pscmailmil We can also be reached at DSN 475-6333 09641-83-6333 for sending mail questions or 475-6164 09641-83-6164 for receiving mail questions

Suicide Prevention Awareness

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

Army Community Service (ACS)

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

The Army Volunteer Corps AFTB amp AFAP programs have moved back into the Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322

Employment Readiness

25 July USAjobs Learn the NEW Federal Application Process 10 am - 12 pm East Post USO Bldg 150 31 July JOB FAIR with CYSS 9 am - 12 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 7 Aug Letrsquos Talk Jobs 10 am - 12 pm East Post USO Bldg 150 14 Aug USAjobs Learn the NEW Federal Application Process 10 am - 12 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 221 21 Aug EDUCATE Empower and Employ 10 am - 12 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 22 Aug USAjobs Learn the NEW Federal Application Process 10 am - 12 pm East Post USO Bldg 150

Mobilization amp Deployment Readiness 31 July FRG Leader Training 9 am - 5 pm East Post Chapel Annex 13-16 Aug Resilience Training 9 am - 4 pm East Post Bldg 3144

Relocation Readiness 2 August Arm Yourself with Claims Knowledge Successful PCS Moves 101 1 pm - 3 pm ACS Bldg 322 15 August Immigration Workshop 11 am - 12 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 24 August A Taste of Germany German Cooking Class 11 am - 2 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 28-31 August Welcome to Bavaria 9 am - 4 pm East Post Chapel Annex

Pick up from Vilseck ACS at 830 am

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

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)

Have questions Email EFMP directly 25 July Enlightenment Support Group 3 - 430 pm Main Post Bldg 244 Second Floor Room 219 2 Aug EFMP Summer JAM 1100-200pm Little Mike- Rose Barracks 2 Aug FRSA and FRG key personnel briefing on EFMP 3 - 430 pm Main Post Bldg 244 Second Floor Room 219 9 Aug Respite Care Provider Training 3 - 430 pm Main Post Bldg 244 Second Floor Room 219 16 Aug Bowling with EFMP (Free) 4 - 6 pm Main Post Bowling Center Bldg 612 24 Aug Enlightenment Support Group 3 - 430 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Become a Respite Care Provider for the EFMP Program Please call us for more information CIV 09662-83-2650

New Parent Support Program Prenatal Yoga Every Friday Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 9-10 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Please note there will be no class on the following dates 27 July 3 19 and 31 Aug

Lilrsquo Sprouts Please note this class will not run on July 2 Every Monday Rose Barracks Community Garden (weather permitting) 1-3 pm Meet at the Garden Plot by the Rose Barracks Baseball Diamond between the High School and Little Mike Lake Playground

Newborn Network for parents with babies ages 0 through 3 Please note this class will not run on July 3 Every Tuesday Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 1-3 pm

Playgroup for parents and children ages 0 through 3 Every Tuesday Main Post Chapel 930-11 am

Hospital Tours Every 1

st Wednesday Visit Weiden meet at 545 pm in the Weiden hospital lobby

Every 4th

Wednesday Visit Sulzbach-Rosenberg meet at 545 pm in the Sulzbach-Rosenberg hospital lobby Every Other 2nd Tuesday (next visit 14 August) Visit Amberg Meet at 545 pm in the Amberg hospital lobby

Family Advocacy Program 16 23 30 Aug At Ease Stress Management 1200 pm - 130 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 221 (three sessions) 16 Aug - 20 Sept Fighting for Your Marriage 1230 pm ndash 230 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 (6 Sessions that meet on Thursdays) Hotlines to help Sexual Assault Reporting 09662-83-3217 and Domestic Violence 09662-83-3218 or 09641-83-5130 Please contact us for a complete listing of programs and services offered

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

Volunteers and other help needed

FCC providers needed Interested in earning money from home and making a difference in the lives of military children and families Army Child Youth amp School Services Family Child Care (FCC) Program is looking for on-post and off-post FCC home providers that are dedicated to delivering high quality emotionally secure and educational child care to our military and qualifying DOD family members You must live in government - leased housing Benefits include federal subsidies free

initial and ongoing training and the use of materials and equipment to set up your home New Provider Orientation will be hosted on April 25-27 from 9 am - 4 pm Building 224 in Rose Barracks Training will be held in the conference room For more information contact Parent Central Services DSN 475-2760 CIV 09662-83-2760

Army Volunteer Corps 22 Aug Organizational Point of Contact amp Volunteer Management Class 9 am - 11am Rose Barracks Bldg 221 Room 206 Army Family Team Building will take place online for the months of July and August Contact us to find out how to become a volunteer by calling DSN 476-2650

Volunteers needed at the USO Grafenwoehr If youd like to help your USO the military and their family members come by the USO center in Main Post5 Bldg 150 and sign up to volunteer You can go to our volunteer website at wwwusovolunteerorg and create your profile post your own hours and keep track of your hours For the soldiers the hours spent volunteering goes towards promotion points and a community service ribbon For more CIV 09641 605 2946

Looking For A Few Good Leaders The Grafenwoehr Girl Scouts have positions for leaders and co-leaders in Graf Vilseck and Netzaberg For a list of openings email or call Amy at 01719901808

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

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

Have You Saved a Life Today Red Cross Needs Volunteers

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

Sports Fitness Hobbies amp Recreation

AAFES Movie Listing Main Post listings click here Rose Barracks listings here

Exchange 117th Anniversary 25 July Exchange Celebrates 117th Anniversary ndash In 1895 the War Department issued General Order 46 directing

commanders to establish an Exchange at every post Since then Exchange associates have faithfully served alongside service members wherever they are called to serve Whether you are deployed down range or station in Ansbach troops and their families know the Exchange is there On July 25 your local Exchange facilities will mark the Army amp Air Force Exchange Servicersquos 117th birthday with a host of savings and specials Shoppers using their Military Starreg Card to fill up at the Express from July 25-27 will see a discount of 17-cents per gallon The Military Starreg Card will also pay dividends at the food court on July 25 as diners can take 20 percent off orders at Exchange-operated restaurants Also on the 25th customers can enjoy FREE cake and coffee at the Grafenwoehr Main Store at 1130am ldquoTo say that this benefit has been around for 117 years is a testament to the loyalty of generations of military shoppersrdquo said the Exchangersquos General

Managerrsquos Carl Carpenter ldquoJuly 25th is our annual opportunity to celebrate and thank them for making the Exchange their first choicerdquo So stop by during this time to take advantage of some great savings

Kids Safety Carnival Day 28 July Your Grafenwoehr Exchange will be holding a Kids Safety Carnival Day at the Grafenwoehr Shopping Center

from 10 am to 2 pm There will be a kidrsquos bike rodeo with prizes for all so bring your bike and win a prize There will also be many games and activities for the kids Special bike safety tip will be taught and the proper use of bicycle equipment safety The event has something for all ages so bring the family and enjoy the carnival

Army Lodging Grafenwoehr NAF Property Sale 28 July NAF Property Sale 10 am ndash 4 pm Sale of guest room furniture paintings electrical appliances blankets

and more Grafenwoehr Bldg 213 214 215 225 226 228 - cashier stand in Bldg 209 Sale is open to ID card holders only Cash and carry Buyers are responsible to provide transportation and labor to remove items on the same day Please contact Grafenwoehr Lodging at DSN 475-1700 CIV 09641-83-1700 for details

BOSS 70s80s Party 28 July 6 ndash 10 pm at the Grafenwoehr Warrior Zone Bldg 153 BOSS is hosting the first of the Summer 70rsquos 80rsquos

Party We want you to dress in your best old school attire and come out to a great party that we are hosting We will also have home cooked food Donations are always welcome but no cover charge For more contact BOSS at DSN 475-8822 CIV 09641-83-8822

Qubica Challenge Start 29 July At the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center Are you a great bowler Have you always wanted to show your bowling

skills in a real competition Nowrsquos your chance The Qubica Challenge is just for you Start time is 11 am $40 entry fee Sign up ends at 1050 am Come out and show your skills For more contact DSN 475-6177 CIV 09641-83-6177 Challenge runs through Sept

Unit Level Flag Football League Sign-up Through 31 July Sign up your team for the Unit Level Flag Football Season by calling

DSN 475-9024 or CIV 09641-83-9025

Flag Football Officials Clinic and Unit Level Tournament 7-12 Aug At the Grafenwoehr Sports ComplexIf you love the game of football but the game is starting to pass you by

Then it might be time to hang up the cleats Additionally there is a shortage of qualified officials for all sports and it would be great if you came out and gave officiating flag football a try Be a part of the game and make some extra money on the side Contact Sports and Fitness for more information at DSN 475-9024 or CIV 09641-83-9025

Improv Show at the GPAC 18 Aug Doors open at 7pm Grafenwoehr Bldg 103 Show begins at 8pm Admission is free Adults only No one under

age 18 will be admitted For more call DSN 475-6426 CIV 09641-83-6426

Belay TrainingOutdoor Climbing Each Thursday we alternate between belay training and outdoor rock climbing The

belay training is a pre-requisite to join us for outdoor climbing or to climb on your own at the fitness center For outdoor climbing days explore many of the excellent nearby crags For more DSN 476-2563

Trips with Leisure Travel Services Daytrips 5 Aug Prague Czech Overnight trips 8-13 Aug United Kingdom (Cornwall) 30 Augndash3 Sept Budapest Hungary To enroll ODR at DSN 476-2563 open Mon Tues Thurs and Fri 11 am ndash 6pm Customers must pay a $100 deposit per person to sign up (Passport Required) To sign up contact ODR at DSN 475-7402

GLEE-PAC Grafenwoehr Performing Arts Center announces the formation of Glee-PAC - their very own Glee club Anyone interested in singing (over the age of 18) and having fun is invited to join Auditions are not necessary but anyone wanting to join must have music andor dance knowledge Contact Joline Powell for more info and details through email

EDGE Summer Strength and Conditioning Tuesdays and Thursdays 330-5 pm at the Main Post Fitness Center transportation provided from Vilseck High

School The program is open to 7-12 graders registered with CYSS enroll at Parent Central Services Youth Centers or online Strength and Conditioning training is available to all Middle School and High School athletes and potential athletes to prepare for physically and mentally for the School Sports season throughout the summer in partnership with Adult Sports

CYSS Summer Programs and Youth Camps Now - 24 August CYSS will offer weekly camps to include a weekly all-day trip Cost per week is based on income

and includes activities breakfast and lunch After camp the Youth Center will remain open for free service Youth will be able to enjoy all of our ongoing offers and events such as computer lab cooking club Torch Club indoor and outdoor sports special GermanAmerican Club activities and much more Our summer highlight is the overnight trip to Euro Disney Stay tuned to find out what express trips outdoor activities and special events the folks at the Youth Center have planned for you this summer Sign up at the Parent Central Service office or register online or call DSN 476-2760 CIV 09662-83-2760

Civilian Wellness Day

29 August Grafenwoehr 30 August Hohenfels Learn tips on how to care for your mind body and spirit

The workshop is open to All Civilians (family members DA civilians LNs Retirees etc) The training will take place at the USO in Grafenwoehr on 29 August and at the ACS Wellness Center in Hohenfels on 30 August Schedule of Events 1000-1130 Workshop 1130-1230 FREE lunch 1800-1900 fitness challenge at post gym DA Civilians will receive credit for Annual EAP Training Register by 22 August For registration and more information call DSN 475-5122 CIV 09641835122 or email

Breastfeeding support group First and Third Thursday beginning in Aug At the Grafenwoehr For more join the facebook group at

httpswwwfacebookcomgroups320520961369098

KINGZ MC Motorcycle club Thursdays Join other motorcycle enthusiasts at the KINGZ MC Clubhouse from 6 ndash 9 pm at Main Post Bldg 441

Mountain Bike Mondays

Every Monday we saddle up and mountain bike different trails in the surrounding area These rides are designed to accommodate all ranges of ability but the rides can be physically demanding Donrsquot have a mountain bike or worried your bike isnrsquot up for the challenge No worries You can borrow one of ours for the evening ride or bring your bike by for a tune-up For more DSN 476-2563

Hunting Fishing and Sports Shooting Summer Hours Thursday 10 am - 7 pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am-530 pm

Call ODR at DSN 476-2563 for detail and to reserve the range

CYSS Registration for Fall Youth Sports Registration for Fall Youth Sports activities is open through July 27 Contact Parent Central Services at DSN 476-2760 or

CIV 09662-83-2760 for more information or register online

Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop Announcing new summer hours Tuesdays Wednesdays 9 am - 3 pm Thursdays 11 pm - 5 pm 1st and 3rd Friday 9 am - 3 pm in Grafenwoehr Bldg 508

GLEE-PAC Grafenwoehr Performing Arts Center announces the formation of Glee-PAC - their very own Glee club Anyone interested in singing (over the age of 18) and having fun is invited to join Auditions are not necessary but anyone wanting to join must have music andor dance knowledge Contact Joline Powell for more info and details through email

EDGE Summer Strength and Conditioning Tuesdays and Thursdays 330-5 pm at the Main Post Fitness Center transportation provided from Vilseck High

School The program is open to 7-12 graders registered with CYSS enroll at Parent Central Services Youth Centers or online Strength and Conditioning training is available to all Middle School and High School athletes and potential athletes to prepare for physically and mentally for the School Sports season throughout the summer in partnership with Adult Sports

CYSS Summer Programs and Youth Camps Now - 24 August CYSS will offer weekly camps to include a weekly all-day trip Cost per week is based on income

and includes activities breakfast and lunch After camp the Youth Center will remain open for free service Youth will be able to enjoy all of our ongoing offers and events such as computer lab cooking club Torch Club indoor and outdoor sports special GermanAmerican Club activities and much more Our summer highlight is the overnight trip to Euro Disney Stay tuned to find out what express trips outdoor activities and special events the folks at the Youth Center have planned for you this summer Sign up at the Parent Central Service office or register online or call DSN 476-2760 CIV 09662-83-2760

Civilian Wellness Day

29 August Grafenwoehr 30 August Hohenfels Learn tips on how to care for your mind body and spirit

The workshop is open to All Civilians (family members DA civilians LNs Retirees etc) The training will take place at the USO in Grafenwoehr on 29 August and at the ACS Wellness Center in Hohenfels on 30 August Schedule of Events 1000-1130 Workshop 1130-1230 FREE lunch 1800-1900 fitness challenge at post gym DA Civilians will receive credit for Annual EAP Training Register by 22 August For registration and more information call DSN 475-5122 CIV 09641835122 or email

Breastfeeding support group First and Third Thursday beginning in Aug At the Grafenwoehr For more join the facebook group at

httpswwwfacebookcomgroups320520961369098

KINGZ MC Motorcycle club Thursdays Join other motorcycle enthusiasts at the KINGZ MC Clubhouse from 6 ndash 9 pm at Main Post Bldg 441

Mountain Bike Mondays

Every Monday we saddle up and mountain bike different trails in the surrounding area These rides are designed to accommodate all ranges of ability but the rides can be physically demanding Donrsquot have a mountain bike or worried your bike isnrsquot up for the challenge No worries You can borrow one of ours for the evening ride or bring your bike by for a tune-up For more DSN 476-2563

Hunting Fishing and Sports Shooting Summer Hours Thursday 10 am - 7 pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am-530 pm

Call ODR at DSN 476-2563 for detail and to reserve the range

CYSS Registration for Fall Youth Sports Registration for Fall Youth Sports activities is open through July 27 Contact Parent Central Services at DSN 476-2760 or

CIV 09662-83-2760 for more information or register online

Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop Announcing new summer hours Tuesdays Wednesdays 9 am - 3 pm Thursdays 11 pm - 5 pm 1st and 3rd Friday 9 am - 3 pm in Grafenwoehr Bldg 508

Want to give back to YOUR community Volunteer Help YOUR community by consigning or donating today PCSing No problem we will mail you your check For more CIV 09641-926-0377 online or find us on facebook

Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop Bring your gently used items to Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks Open 10 am-2 pm on Tues Wed ampThurs Call DSN 476-2649 CIV 09662-83-2649 or email for more Volunteers and donations are always welcome The July sales are All Red Tag Items are Buy 1 Get 1 FREE (Of Equal or Lesser Value) and All Books 10 For $1 All Sales Apply to Color Tags Only

Ice hockey try-outs The Bayern Rangers ice hockey team will hold open practices and try-outs for all prospective players on Wed Sept 26 from 830-945 pm on Sun Sept 30 from 4-515 pm and on Wed Oct 3 from 830-945 pm All three practices will be held at the Eishalle Amberg Am Schanzl 1 92224 Amberg For more information see visit the facebook page at wwwfacebookcombayernrangers

Save the Date The 2012 Crown Jewel Bazaar GCSC and VCSC The 2012 Crown Jewel Bazaar is October 19 20 21

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

DFAC 172 Infantry Brigade BMEDDAC 2SCR Graf Housing Dept Grafenwoehr Provost Marshal

Office Netzaberg Middle School and Vilseck Falcons

Facility amp RoadOpeningsConstructionClosures

7A JMTC legal assistance and claims offices closure of activity 27 July the 7A JMTC legal assistance and claims offices will be closed on this date for training The offices will re-open

on Monday July 30 For more information on office locations hours and contact information please see httpwwweurarmymiljmtcOrganizationSpecial_Personal_StaffStaff_SJAStaff_SJAhtml and click on the legal assistance or claims links

CIF closure of activity 6-10 Aug CIF will close on the aforementioned dates for inventory For more call Mr Torres Ortiz at DSN 476-2376

Rose Barracks Fitness Center closure of activity 13 Aug Rose Barracks Fitness Center will be closed Monday August 13 for maintenance The Grafenwoehr Fitness

Center is open for your daily fitness activities For more DSN 476-29982214

Vehicle Registration Office to Close for Lunch Starting 13 August The Grafenwoehr vehicle registration office Bldg 301 will close for lunch from 11-1130 am

daily

Adult Education Training FAST Classes for July and August Registration for the next three upcoming FAST Classes at the East Post (Grafenwoehr) Education

Center now open Class dates are 6-17 Aug and 20-30 Aug Classes will be held at Bldg 538

830 am ndash 430 pm Soldiers who have redeployed since 1 January 2012 will have priority in the

August classes check with the Education Centers for details An additional class will be held 30

Julyndash09 Aug at the Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center Bldg 223 830 am ndash 4 pm Functional Academic

Skills Training (FAST) provides Soldiers with instruction in reading mathematics and language skills and is an excellent tool to prepare Soldiers to raise their GT score These classes are 60-hour long courses and are limited to twenty students per class For more information please contact the East Post Education Center (Grafenwoehr) at DSN 475-62196786 or the Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center at DSN 476-26533292

Warrior University Registration is Underway

Through 17 August Register now for the Warrior University (WU) 20 August ndash 12 October term WU provides

Soldiers an opportunity mission permitting to take college courses offered by University of Maryland University College (UMUC) and Central Texas College (CTC) during duty hours The goal of Warrior University is to help recently redeployed Soldiers start or restart their education goals Courses are open to family members and other eligible ID card holders as well Click here to see the WU schedule WU courses are in addition to normally scheduled evening and weekend college courses each term Interested Soldiers are encouraged to discuss the opportunity with their chain of command and start visiting their education centers now to create GoArmyEd accounts for tuition assistance and to register for classes For more information Rose Barracks Education Center Bldg 223 DSN 476-27533292 or Graf Education Center Bldg 538 DSN 475-62196786

Increased GED testing sessions Due to anticipated changes to the GED Testing Program on 1 October 2012 additional testing sessions have been added to the schedule at the Rose Barracks Education Center Vilseck GED testing will be conducted on the following dates

Aug 21-22 Sept 11-12 Sept 13-14 We encourage personnel in need of GED credentials to take advantage of these additional sessions Please contact our Testing Section at DSN 476-3136 or CIV 09662-83-3136 for appointments and additional information

Vilseck (RoseBarracks) National Test Center University of Maryland University College Europe New Hours of Operation currently effective MWF 0830-1230 TTH 1130-1530 Test your way to success Take your CLEP DSST GMAT and Pearson Vue exams at the National Test Center (NTC) on Rose Barracks Vilseck You can earn college credits quickly and affordably University of Maryland University College Europe in Vilseck (Rose Barracks)offers computer-based on-site testing services to military and eligible civilians making it easy to earn certifications fulfill general education requirements and get the credit you deserve Free study resources areavailable at wwwmyarmyonesourcecom wwwmilitaryonesourcecom and installation libraries For more information email sandersoneuropeumucedu or call DSN476-2462 CIV 09662-834262

Central Texas College Term 5 CTC provides soldiers and their families with associate degree programs in many Vo-Tech career fields with face-to-face classes and distance learning (online) classes In the Grafenwoehr-Vilseck community there are 3 face-to-face programs running year-round Automotive-Mechanic Criminal Justice and Early Childhood Professions Herersquos the current news at CTC in Graf-Vilseck for Term 5 middot The Early Childhood Professions class CDEC 2326 ndash Administration of Programs for Children begins on July 7 with classes meeting on Saturdays of July 7-28 To register see contact info below) But act quickly the start date is rapidly approaching middot A substitute field representative position is open for anyone interested in periodic work or as an entry-door into other education related positions For more contact CTC field representative Chuck Sligh at grafenwoehreuropectcdedu DSN 475-6702 CIV 09641-83-6702 in Grafenwoehr or vilseckeuropectcdedu DSN 476-2362 CIV 09662-83-2362 in Vilseck Chuck Sligh Field Representative for VilseckGrafenwoehr Central Texas College Grafenwoehr Main Post DSN 475-6702 CIV 09641-83-2362 grafenwoehreuropectcdedu Office Hours Mon amp Wed 9 am ndash 2 pm Vilseck Rose Barracks DSN 476-2362 CIV 09662-83-2362 vilseckeuropectcdedu Office Hours Tue amp Thu 9 am ndash 2 pm

University of Phoenix University of Phoenix is honored to serve military service members stationed in Europe by offering both MBA and Master of Arts in Education degree programs at several on-base locations near you Classes meet one night a week We are currently enrolling for our August 20th face to face classes for MBA If yoursquore interested in developing managerial skills necessary to be effective in a rapid changing environment than the MBA program is for you Face to face classes are one night a week in Vilseck from 530-930pm Get started today by visiting wwwphoenixedumilitaryeurope or by calling Fe Gehrels at DSN 475-6712 or CIV 09641-83-6712

TARP SETA OPSEC and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Training End of FY12 Makeup Session The United States Army Garrison Grafenwoehr (Antiterrorism and Security Divisions) along with the 66th Military Intelligence Group and JMTC Intelligence and Security will be conducting a makeup session of the Community Security Awareness Training consisting of the Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP) Security Education Training Awareness (SETA) Operation Security (OPSEC) and Anti-terrorism Level 1 Makeup Session Community Security Awareness Training Schedule 5 Sept Grafenwoehr Main Post Tower Theater Bldg 620 1030 ndash 1130 am (LN Personnel) 130-4 pm (US Personnel) 6 Sept Rose Barracks Post Theater Bldg 354 9-1130 am (US Personnel) 130-230 pm (LN Personnel) This training is a mandatory annual requirement for all DoD personnel including Military AFNAF (both US and LN) US Contractor employees are welcome

TDP (Testing Designated Positions) Class This class is for all Army Civilian Employees and Supervisors who are in positions that require mandatory drug testing Recurring Dates 20 Sept 15 Nov in Camp Normandy Bldg 378 1st Session 9-11 am (employees) 2nd Session 1-3 pm (supervisors)

School News

Please register now for USAG Grafenwoehr Fall 2012 school year Registration currently open Monday ndash Friday 8 am ndash 4 pm Please register now as staffing is based on enrollment ndash do not put this important task off until the summer To ensure we have the correct amount of teachers we need to have correct enrollment Your immediate registration will staff appropriately for the fall so we may provide the most thorough

education possible for our children For more contact your children school GES CIV 09641-83-7133 DSN 475-7133 Kristy Gannon VES CIV 09662-83-2812 DSN 476-2812 NES CIV 09645-917-9185 DSN 472-9185 Lexa Greenley NMS CIV 09645-917-9229 DSN 472-9229 Zenaida Ferdinand-Bessant VHS CIV 09662-83-2255 DSN 476-2255 Ester Lemming

Schoolrsquos out for summer First day of school isnrsquot until 27 Aug Until then hellip enjoy the summer

Discover the ABCs of child development Discover the ABCs of child development at the Bavaria Parent University Workshop from 9 am to 1130 am at Netzaberg Middle School and from 1 pm to 330 pm at Vilseck High School Aug 14 through 16 The first day focuses on brain development and logic the second day centers on behavior and the third day highlights strategies to support your childs academic success Please RSVP by Aug 10 For more information call 09662-83-2100 or email tiffanylansdellameddarmymil or alanscheuermannameddarmymil

Was ist Los

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

Flea markets Every Sat 6 am - 4 pm in 93059 Regensburg inside the building at Am Protzenweiher 27 ph 0941-82-933 The market will not take place on German holidays Every second Sat of the month 6 am - 3 pm in 90443 Nuremburg Groszligparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraszlige corner Humboldtstraszlige

Every third Sat of the month 7 am - 230 pm in 92224 Amberg Kaufland-Parkplatz An den Franzosenaeckern Every third Sun of the month 8 am - 4 pm Troumldel- amp Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg) at the Globus DITY store Pommernstraszlige 4

Useful links in English for everyday life in Germany

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

Summer Serenades in Weiden In 92637 Weiden at the Pavilion in the Max-Reger-Park opposite the parking block on Schloumlrplatz These serenades are highly popular so you may want to be there early Bring along some folding chairs or a blanket to sit on bring a picnic and perhaps even some champers and enjoy the lovely music It might also be advisable to bring some sunscreen lotion and insect repellent just to be safe In case of inclement weather the event will move into the Max-Reger-Halle (at the other end of the park) DrPfleger-Straszlige 17 CIV 0961-48080 Click here for suggested car parks 25 July 7 - 830 pm FREE concert with the miR san miR who play typical Bohemian-Moravian brass music (boumlhmisch-maumlhrisch) including traditional marching music and polkas

These serenades are highly popular so you may want to be there early Bring along some folding chairs or a blanket to sit on bring a picnic and perhaps even some champers and enjoy the lovely performance It might also be advisable to bring some sunscreen lotion and insect repellent just to be safe 29 July 4 - 530 pm FREE dance performance by Merhaba amp Friends 40 women in colorful costumes will perform a variety of fascinating oriental dances along to authentic music

Summer Serenades in Amberg 29 July amp 5 Aug In 92224 Amberg in the Maltesergarten Access via Seminargasse Malteserplatz Free concert with the Dagesteiner Musikanten The concert will move to the adjacent Malteser building in case of inclement weather Best free parking lots (click for map) the park block opposite Sulzbacher Straszlige 5 the other one is at Auf der Wiesen the car park behind the Hotel Arcadia and the Kurfuumlrstenbad (indoor swimming pool) Both parking areas are only a tiny walking distance from Ambergs city center

Rose Garden Serenades in Bamberg 27 amp 28 July The Titus Quartet (members of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra) 8 pm in 96049 Bamberg in the

aromatic rose garden at the Neue Residenz on Domplatz Tickets can be ordered here (only GE)

Country Music Festival 27 - 29 July at the Pullman City Fun Park in 94535 Eging am See Ruberting 30 (ca 100 km 62 miles SE of

Regensburg) The Pullman City Fun Park offers a large variety of non-violent Western activities for the whole family Western shows Native American dances magic shows and much more the whole show program is online but only in German Opening times mid-April - 31 Oct 2012 daily from 10 am to 1 am Admission (only GE) Adults 13- Euros Children 4 - 16 years 7- Euros Children under 4 if accompanied by their parents free Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 16) 29- Euros Dogs on a leash 1- Euro Visitors dressed in historical Western costumes (representing ca 1740 - 1880) get in for free Outside their opening season you can access the premises for free but there will be no shows or other entertainment

Wine and Music Fest 27 - 29 July in 93049 Regensburg at the Stadtpark along Dr-Johann-Maier-Straszlige

The main focus is of course on wine and wine products On Saturday you can watch local newcomer bands for free This fest complements the Klangfarben Festival (see previous event) Closest free car parks are Dultplatz (Am Protzenweiher Oberpfalzbruumlcke) adjacent Protzenweiher (opposite Protzenweiher 27) neighbouring Woumlhrdstraszlige (at Woumlhrdstraszlige 18) and adjacent Unterer Woumlhrd (Woumlhrdstraszlige 6062) There is also the Donaumarkt parking lot (Donaumarkt 1) which is a walk across the bridge closer than the Woumlhrdstraszlige car park but its not free-of-charge and its blocked on Saturday mornings for the Regensburg produce market From any of these car parks its only a very short walk across one of the bridges and youre there BTW did you know you can get a map of Regensburgs city center from the Tourist Info for free Go to the Altes Rathaus (old city hall) as directed by the brown signs and ask for a copy

Summer Night Fest 28 July in 95448 Bayreuth at the Eremitage Around 250 years ago it was the Margraves who invited the public to a

merry Sommernachtsfest (Summer night fest only GE) at the former hermitage This tradition was resurrected in 1969 and nowadays attracts thousands of guests with its romantically illuminated garden and diversified performances Rose Garden Serenades The Titus Quartet (members of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra) 8 pm in 96049 Bamberg in the aromatic rose garden at the Neue Residenz on Domplatz Tickets can be ordered here (only GE) Race Mini-Bike Trophy at the Kart Racing Track Raceland in 92442 Wackersdorf at Industriestraszlige 8 ph 09431-75520 (ca 45 km 28 miles north of Regensburg)

Astronomy Meteor Shower 28 amp 29 July These are also peak nights for the Southern Delta Aquarids meteor shower (low-rate ca 20 meteors

hr) Best viewing is to the east after midnight towards constellation Aquarius The moon will set shortly after midnight which will make viewing easier Viewing tips

Anna Market in Grafenwoehr 29 July 10 am to 6 pm on the market place Exhibition from 1 pm to 5 pm on environmentally friendly means of

transportation (cars scooter segways etc) Jumping Castle for the kids ice cream wagon mini donuts other food and beverages

Jakobi-Markt and Open Stores 29 July 10 am - 6 pm in 92421 Schwandorf all around the Marktplatz = market square (ca 45 km 28 miles north of

Regensburg) Stores will be open 1 - 6 pm

Vintage Farming Vehicles

29 July 11 am - 4 pm at the Oberpfaumllzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neusath 200 (part of 92507

Nabburg ca 31 km 19 miles south of Weiden) Normally you would see ox- and horse-drawn farming equipment here at the museum but showing the progress of technology in farming is an important factor Even after the Diesel engine was developed in 1892 horses and oxen were still in use in the Oberpfalz until the mid-1960s At this vehicle show classic farming vehicles like tractors or haulers older than 30 years of age will gather around the Schallerhof A highlight will be the tour of the museum site at 3 pm Admission (only GE) is 450 Euros pp a family ticket for the day is 11 Euros Regular opening hours are Tue - Sun 9 am - 6 pm (last admission at 5 pm) Closed on Mondays unless that Monday is a German holiday This PDF flyer is only in German but gives you a site map on the second page for better orientation Free parking spaces are available outside the museums gates Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a short leash Please bring along a bag for your dogs remains or purchase a bag for 50 cents upon entry Smoking is prohibited on the whole site

Childrens Fest in Amberg 29 July 11 am - 6 pm in 92224 Amberg in the park LGS-Gelaumlnde along Bruno-Hofer-Straszlige Werner-von-

Siemens-Straszlige (opposite the Dultplatz fest site) A special event for children with many fun activities Suggested parking (click for map) On the Dultplatz if no activity is going on there Auf der Wiesen the car park behind the Hotel Arcadia and the Kurfuumlrstenbad (indoor swimming pool) A small car park is on the other side of Bruno-Hofer-Straszlige (south of the fest site) but it is easier if you park on the large Siemens car park along Georg-Hillbenz-Straszlige Alternatively you can park at the Eishalle (ice-skating rink) at Am Schanzl 1 or a little further down the road (ie closer to the fest site) at the tennis court Am Schanzl 5

American Football Nuumlrnberg Rams vs Frankfurt Pirates 29 July at the Sportanlage next to the arena on Zeppelinfeld (aka Soldiers Field) along Kurt-Schmidtpeter-Weg 10

Doors open at 130 pm kick- off is at 3 pm Tickets cost 7 Euros pp

Bike and Music Weekend 2-5 Aug in 96160 Geiselwind Eventzentrum Autohof Strohofer Scheinfelder Straszlige 21 (ca 70 km 43 miles NE of

Nuumlrnberg) NOTE This event is not suitable for children andor conservative adults Planned events Show of US bikes and cars 15 live bands Stunt amp Drag Race shows Burn-Outs Special sales And loads more Details will be announced online (in EN but currently shows data of 2011) Tickets can be bought online or upon entry

T-Shirt Design Course for Teenagers 3 Aug in 92249 Vilseck in the Tuumlrmermuseum (Tower Museum only GE) inside the Vogelturm (tower gate) at

Marktplatz 23 ph 09662-701-811 Teenagers 12 and older can develop their own design and then are shown how to transfer it to their t-shirt Please bring along a white tee with a high cotton content Register for this class via the Vilseck Tourist Info CIV 09662-9916

Rock Night

3 Aug 8 pm in 92355 Velburg on Stadtplatz (ca 18 km 11 miles west of Hohenfels) Live music and a grand ol

party thats not to be missed

Motorcycle Fest 3-5 Aug in Eutenhofen on the local fest site (part of 92345 Dietfurt ca 35 km 22 miles SW of Hohenfels) Its a

motorcycle fest with lots of attractions and surprises No admission fees

Classic Open Air and ldquoPicknick im Parkrdquo 4 Aug 8 pm either day in 90478 Nuumlrnberg Luitpoldhain along Bayernstraszlige Picknick im Park is often referred to as

the Woodstock of Classical Music (only GE) enjoy the performance cheer the artists and even a little rain shower canrsquot scare you away Most people also have a little picnic to complement the music Traditionally these open-air concerts are free to the public Each festive day ends with brilliant fireworks If you want their token (a bird pin) itrsquos 4 Euros

Childrens Day at the Open-Air Museum 5 Aug 1 pm at the Oberpfaumllzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neusath 200 (part of 92507 Nabburg ca 31

km 19 miles south of Weiden) Theyll be having a great program of fun and entertainment for the whole family but especially for younger kids They can try a hand at crafting play old games learn how to walk on stilts and even go horse-back riding Admission (only GE) is 450 Euros pp a family ticket for the day is 11- Euros Regular opening hours are Tue - Sun 9 am - 6 pm (last admission at 5 pm) Closed on Mondays unless that Monday is a German holiday This PDF flyer is only in German but gives you a site map on the second page for better orientation During a free guided tour (in German) at 2 pm you can learn about how children had a good time BEFORE the days of television Free parking spaces are available outside the museums gates Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a short leash Please bring along a bag for your dogs remains or purchase a bag for 50 cents upon entry Smoking is prohibited on the whole site

Street Market Jakobimarkt 5 Aug Open Sunday from 1030 am - 6 pm in 92637 Weiden Altstadt (historic city center) Fuszliggaumlngerzone

(pedestrian zone) Click for a map of suggested car parks

Vintage Car Convention and Open Stores

5 Aug 9 am - 4 pm in 87730 Bad Groumlnenbach (ca 115 km 70 miles NW of Garmisch-Partenkirchen) Stores will be

open 11 am - 4 pm Over 500 vehicles will participate none younger than 30 years old They will be on display along Markt- and Sonnenstraszlige on Castilentiplatz and on Marktplatz At 3 pm the vehicles will go on a tour of the area

Andy Warhol Exhibit - The Art of Pop

Through 26 Sept in 92224 Amberg in the Amberg Congress Center (ACC) at Schieszligstaumltteweg 8 CIV 09621-49-

000 This is next to the indoor swimming pool and the large car park Over 100 works from the Pop-Art icon are on show Along with his famous paintings like Marilyn Monroes portrait or the Campbell soup cans you will find some of his early works (which have never been shown in Europe before) personal accessories numerous photographs originals from his Interview magazine and information about his Slovakian family background as well as his friendship with John Lennon They even created a Facebook page (only GE) Best free parking lots (click for map) at Auf der Wiesen the car park behind the Hotel Arcadia and the Kurfuumlrstenbad (indoor swimming pool) this car park is adjacent to the ACC

Exhibition Historical Tin Toys and Advertising Signs

Through 30 Sept in 92237 Sulzbach-Rosenberg at the Stadtmuseum Neustadt 14 ph 09661-877-6800 (ca 20 km

125 miles south of Vilseck) The items are from a private collection that was started over 30 years ago The signs all focus on travelling and will take you to countries far away - the old style Opening hours Closed Mon and Tue Wed -

Fri and Sun and German holidays 9 am - midday and 130 - 430 pm Sat 130 - 430 pm Admission is 150 Euros for adults and 50 cents for children aged 6 - 15 Click here for car parks closest to the historic Altstadt

Weka Witt und Winkelmann exhibit - Weiden in the 50s and 60s Through 2 Nov in 92637 Weiden at the Stadtmuseum (city museum) Schulgasse 3a (the green building behind the

church in the Altstadt) Click here for suggested car parks Interesting views and photographs of old Weiden with stores that have long gone locals personalities (Urgestein) and festivities The charm of the old city will fascinate you Opening hours Mon - Fri 9 am - midday and 2 - 430 pm

Hispanic Latin Nights Every Saturday 7 pm - 3 am in 92655 Grafenwoumlhr Afterlife Lounge amp Cocktail Bar Alte Amberger Straszlige 21 CIV

0170-213-9835 Salsa Bachata Merengue Reggaeton Samba - y mucho mas You dont know how to Salsa No problem There are Salsa classes with Ray for only 5 Euros per person for 2 hours Find out more at ph 0170-213-9835 Spanish speakers welcome

ConcertsMusic festivals Kool and the Gang Celebration - the party band is back in Germany 26 and 27 July Thurs 26 July 8 pm in 90762 Fuumlrth at the Stadthalle Rosenstraszlige 50 ph 0911-749-120 (ca 10 km 6 miles west of Nuumlrnberg) Tickets It is highly recommended you use their public transport system (only GE) Best use the Park-and-Ride car park Hardhoumlhe along Solderstraszlige Gauszligstraszlige From here the U-Bahn (underground) will take you to the city center in just four minutes Exit either at Rathausldquo or Fuumlrth Hauptbahnhofldquo The P+R car park has 78 spaces 2 of which are for handicapped If you park there between 6 am and 6 pm you will not be charged for the first four hours Parking in excess of four hours costs 150 Euros total for the whole day (Tagespauschale) You can reach the P+R car park from the B8 (Wuumlrzburger Straszlige) when you drive in the Stadtmitte (city center) direction then turn right at Soumlldnerstraszlige and continue to corner Gauszligstraszlige Fri 27 July 8 pm in 65185 Wiesbaden at the Rhein-Main-Halle Rheinstraszlige 20 ph 06111-44245 (ca 40 km 25 miles west of Frankfurt) Tickets

Tucher Blues amp Jazz Festival 06 - 12 Aug in 96047 Bamberg with one stage on Maximiliansplatz the other at the Gabelmann Neptunsbrunnen

(fountain) Keszliglerstraszlige 8 The program with specific times locations and links to the bands will be announced here (currently still with 2011 data) The best thing entry is free to ALL concerts

Scorpions Farewell Tour Sat 13 Oct 730 pm in 80809 Muumlnchen Munich at the Olympiahalle Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 Eingang Ost (east entrance) The only car park is located at the Olympiapark 80809 Muumlnchen Olympiapark Parkharfe Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100 public transport system Tickets

The Beach Boys 3amp4 Aug Theyre here for only TWO concerts Fri 03 Aug 8 pm in 10243 Berlin at the o2 World O2-Platz 1 ph 030-2060-7080 Tickets As with all big cities it is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system (in EN) Sat 04 Aug 8 pm in 70327 Stuttgart at the Porsche-Arena (aka Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle) Mercedesstraszlige 69 Tickets

Toto on tour 5-19 Aug Tour overview Sun 05 Aug 7 pm in 73525 Schwaumlbisch Gmuumlnd in the Universitaumltspark Buchstraszlige corner Bismarckstraszlige (ca 103 km 64 miles SW of Ansbach) Tickets Sat 18 Aug 7 pm in 96450 Coburg on Schlossplatz (ca 55 km 35 miles north of Bamberg) Tickets A large car park is located along Schuumltzenstraszlige the city center is only around 300 yards to the north

Tucher Blues amp Jazz Festival 6 - 12 Aug in 96047 Bamberg with one stage on Maximiliansplatz the other at the Gabelmann Neptunsbrunnen (fountain) Keszliglerstraszlige 8 The program with specific times locations and links to the bands will be announced here (currently still with 2011 data) The best thing entry is free to ALL concerts

Taubertal-Festival 10-12 Aug in 91541 Rothenburg on the Eiswiese fest site Confirmed acts so far Beatsteaks The Wombats Royal Republic Broilers and many more You can find all pertinent

information in English on their Homepage Tickets can be bought online It is recommended to leave your car at one of the several parking areas in town Shuttle buses run at no charge from parking areas P3 and P5 and from Rothenburg railway station directly to the festival site It is strongly recommended to park your car in town though there are parking areas on site Parking costs 5- Euros The organizers do not accept liability for any damages to your car

Deep Purple 10 Aug-1 Dec Click here for the complete tour Thu 22 Nov 8 pm in 60325 Frankfurt am Main at the Festhalle Messe Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1 Tickets Again please consider parking your car in a P+R car park (interactive map and links text only GE) and using the public transport system (in EN) Thu 29 Nov 8 pm in 86159 Augsburg at the Schwabenhalle Am Messezentrum 5 (ca 80 km 50 miles NW of Munich) Tickets Fri 30 Nov 8 pm in 80809 Muumlnchen Munich at the Olympiahalle Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 Eingang Ost (east entrance) Tickets The only car park is located at the Olympiapark 80809 Muumlnchen Olympiapark Parkharfe Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100 It is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system Sat 01 Dec 8 pm in 70327 Stuttgart at the Porsche-Arena (aka Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle) Mercedesstraszlige 69 Tickets

Mera Luna Festival 11-12 Aug in 31137 Hildesheim Am Flugplatz (airfield) Dornierstraszlige This year they have an extremely outstanding line-up if you like Medieval Gothic Rock In Extremo Subway to Sally Schandmaul Eisbrecher Lacrimas Profundere and many more All information and the complete line-up are online with some info in English click on the Union Jack Tickets here and here (both sites partly in English)

La Notte Italiana 12 Aug 8 pm in 80333 Muumlnchen in the Brunnenhof (courtyard) of the Residenz (palace) Residenzstraszlige 1 Tickets Every year stars from the Arena di Verona gather in Munich to present popular arias from Italian composers Again please consider parking your car in a P+R car park and using the public transport system (both links are in English)

Carmina Burana 15 Aug 8 pm in 80333 Muumlnchen in the Brunnenhof (courtyard) of the Residenz (palace) on Residenzstraszlige 1 Tickets Again please consider parking your car in a P+R car park and using the public transport system (both links in EN)

Xavier Naidoo 17 Aug 530 pm in 96450 Coburg on Schlossplatz (ca 55 km 35 miles north of Bamberg) Tickets Naidoo (EN) is one of the biggest artists in Germany He became famous as a rapper but has gone on to sing his own songs often with a philosophical or religious content (he is a Christian) Have a listen to his songs on YouTube Hes also on Facebook

Burgfolk Festival 17-18 Aug in 45479 Muumllheim an der Ruhr at the Schloss Broich castle Am Schloss Broich 38 (ca 65 km 40 miles north of Koumlln Cologne) The Burgrock Festival is one of the largest and most popular Medieval Rock music festivals in Germany (click here for photos) The line-up (only GE) features some the biggest names in the scene Subway to Sally Founded in 1992 this septet from Potsdam is considered to be one of the best German live acts and has many thousands of fans in Germany Austria and Switzerland The typical sound is a combination of Hard Rock and Metal with medieval melodies accentuated with bagpipes hurdy-gurdies lutes mandolines shawms violins and flutes giving the songs their very own appeal More about the artist Homepage YouTube MySpace Saltatio Mortis Energetic sound with historic and modern instruments very melodious interspersed with bagpipes - that is the typical sound of Saltatio Mortis They are a German medieval metal group and are recognized as one of the leading bands of the genre More about the artist Homepage YouTube MySpace) Feuerschwanz Vogelfrey The Shanes Celtica and many more Tickets can be bought here Schloss Broich (EN) is the oldest complete castle from the late-Carolingian time north of the Alps Its oldest parts were built 883 884 AD as fortification against the Normans the rest was completed 200 years later

Area-4 Festival 17-19 Aug in 59348 Luumldinghausen Leversum 86 Flugplatz Borkenberge (airfield ca 63 km 40 miles NW of Dortmund) A fine little Indie-Rock-Festival with truly great performers Beatsteaks The Wombats Sportfreunde Stiller The Donots and many more Tickets can be bought on their Homepage (GE with EN option in the top right corner) or from an online ticket seller (partly EN)

The Hong Kong Childrens Symphony Orchestra 19 Aug 8 pm in 90408 Nuumlrnberg at the St Martinskirche (church) Grolandstraszlige 67 This is the first tour of the HKCSO in Europe 76 children aged between seven and 18 (average age 14) make up this outstanding orchestra They play works from Shostakovich Mendelssohn Dvořak Bartogravek Strauss and Puccini as well as compositions from their director Yip Wai Hong who himself is famous for his teaching methods in the music department

Simple Minds

21 Aug 830 pm in 81671 Muumlnchen Munich at the Tonhalle Grafinger Straszlige 6 ph 089-672-0880 Tickets The Simple Minds are on tour 17 - 23 Aug click here for a tour overview Again please consider parking your car in a P+R car park and using the public transport system (both links are in English)

Chiemsee Rocks 22 Aug 4 pm in 83236 Uumlbersee (at the Chiemsee) Festival-Gelaumlnde (fest site) Almfischer 11 (ca 100 km 66 miles SE of Munich) Tickets can be bought via their homepage (only GE) or from Eventim (partly in EN) A Rock festival at the beautiful Chiemsee lake - what could be more perfect Confirmed acts so far The Beatsteaks - originally a punk band they have ventured out into other musical styles which has made them very popular (More about the artist Homepage (in English with the option to select another language) YouTube Facebook - only GE)

Stomp 28 Aug -2 Sept in 60313 Frankfurt am Main at the Alte Oper Opernplatz ph 069-134-0215 Tickets Again please consider parking your car in a P+R car park (interactive map and links text only GE) and using the public transport system (in EN) Stomp (in EN) has no words ndashit has little or no melody in the traditional sense Its all about rhythm Stomp is a group of people with very strong personalities who work together using simple building blocks to create beautiful rhythm There are several Stomp companies currently performing around the world up to three working from the UK and two in North America Each company has its own style its own feel this is because even though the show is very tightly choreographed and orchestrated there is a lot of room for every performerrsquos own personality to shine through The show is as much an expression of eight individuals with very strong personalities as it is a vision of rhythm

Coldplay - Open Air Tour 2012 4-22 Sept at the following locations in Germany Tues 4 Sept 7 pm in 50933 Koumlln = Cologne at the RheinEnergie-Stadion on Aachener Strasse 999 Tickets It is highly recommended you park your car in a P+R car park (in EN) on the citys outskirts and use the excellent public transport system (in EN) The RheinEnergie-Stadion and Junkersdorf U-Bahn stations (Underground station) are just a few yards away from the stadium both on U-Bahn line 1 Wed 12 Sept 7 pm in 80809 Muumlnchen Munich at the Olympiahalle Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 Eingang Ost (east entrance) Tickets The only car park is located at the Olympiapark 80809 Muumlnchen Olympiapark Parkharfe Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100 It is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system Fri 14 Sept 7 pm in 04105 Leipzig at the Zentralstadion (aka Red Bull Arena) Am Sportforum 3 Tickets Sat 22 Sept 7 pm in 30169 Hannover at the AWD Arena Arthur-Menge-Ufer 5 ph 0800 520-2010 Tickets

Fresh Produce Farmersrsquo Markets Note If any of the listed days is a German holiday the markets are usually held the day prior In 92224 Amberg every Wednesday and Saturday 7 am-1230 pm on Marktplatz in front of the historic city hall In 91522 Ansbach every Wednesday and Saturday 8 am-1 pm on Martin-Luther-Platz In addition to the regular fresh produce markets local farmers offer their fresh goods every first and third Saturday of the month at the farmers market on Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Platz (same opening hours) Great opportunity to buy seasonal produce as fresh as it gets In Bamberg Monday thru Saturday 7 am-6 pm on Maxplatz Closed on Sundays and German holidays In Neumarkt every Thursday and Saturday in Untere Marktstraszlige Thursday 10 am-7 pm Saturday 8 am-1 pm In Parsberg every Wednesday and Friday on Stadtplatz Wednesday 7 am-midday Friday 2-6 pm In Regensburg every Saturday 7 am-1 pm at the Donaumarkt (right next to the Eiserne Bruumlcke Iron Bridge) Closest car park is Unterer Woumlhrd (and a short walk across Eiserne Bruumlcke) or Dultplatz and Oberer Woumlhrd (walk across the Steinerne Bruumlcke Stone Bridge and turn left) In 92637 Weiden every Wednesday and Saturday 7 am -1230 pm Oberer and Unterer Markt all around the Altes Rathaus (historic city hall pedestrian zone) In 97070 Wuumlrzburg Monday thru Saturday 7 am-1 pm on Rathausplatz Closed on Sundays and German holidays

Guided Tours 1 pm daily Walking Tours of Nuumlrnberg in English Nuremberg was once an imperial residence powerful free imperial city and international trading center The prosperous city provided the ideal basis for an active cultural and intellectual life and the arts Even today numerous buildings monuments and artworks still reflect its former importance The guided tour through the Old Town offers information and insights on the castle the fountains and wells churches and art as well as the city itself past and present

Meeting point Tourist Office at the Main Market Square (Hauptmarkt) Duration approx 2 frac12 hrs Price 9 Euros per person plus price of admission to castle (2 Euros pp) Children under 14 free in the company of their parents 2 pm daily Guided Tour of 91541 Rothenburg in English of the most important sights in the historical district Meeting point Market Square Duration 90 minutes Fee 6 Euros per person payable cash to the tour guide 7 pm daily Guided Tour in English of 91541 Rothenburg with The Executioner Meet on Marktplatz no prior booking required The tours take place every day and cost 7 Euros per person There are tours in German which start at 6 pm and also in English starting at 7 pm If you click in the link and scroll down you can watch a 5-minute promo clip for the executioners tour (in English but with a lovely Franconian accent) The clip shows some interesting hidden places that you normally dont get to see Every Wed and Sat 130 pm Guided Tour of Regensburg in English - Experience a Historical City In the course of this individually accented tour you get to know the Old City with its patrician towered houses the cathedral the Old City Hall (all from the outside) the Stone Bridge and the Porta Praetoria Our well-versed guides will be glad to answer any special questions you have based on your own personal interests Fees Adults 8 Euros Reduced 5 Euros Families 12 Euros Duration 15 hours Meeting point Tourist-Information - Altes Rathaus Rathausplatz 93047 Regensburg ph 0941-507-4410 Closest free car parks are Dultplatz (Am Protzenweiher Oberpfalzbruumlcke) adjacent Protzenweiher (opposite Protzenweiher 27) neighbouring Woumlhrdstraszlige (at Woumlhrdstraszlige 18) and adjacent Unterer Woumlhrd (Woumlhrdstraszlige 6062) There is also the Donaumarkt parking lot (Donaumarkt 1) which is a walk across the bridge closer than the Woumlhrdstraszlige car park but its not free-of-charge and its blocked on Saturday mornings for the Regensburg produce market From any of these car parks its only a very short walk across one of the bridges and youre there BTW did you know you can get a map of Regensburgs city center from the Tourist Info for free Go to the Altes Rathaus (old city hall) as directed by the brown signs and ask for a copy Every Friday 7 pm The Nuremberg Nightwatch Tour in English - with the night watchwoman Re-live history through original funny and exciting stories with the historian Dr Ute Jaeger aka the night watchwoman Discover the traditional parts of Nuumlrnberg and enjoy its most beautiful sights Meeting Point is the fountain Schoumlner Brunnen Am Hauptmarkt 90403 Nuumlrnberg (in the pedestrian zone) Fees are 9 Euros pp Every Saturday 1 pm Guided Tour of 97070 Wuumlrzburg in English Your stroll starts at the Falkenhaus (location of the Tourist Info ph 0931-372-398) with its elaborate Rococo facade followed by a visit to the Marienkapelle (St Marys Chapel) featuring sandstone sculptures by Tilman Riemenschneider Other highlights include the historical town hall building and the Romanesque cathedral St Kilian From the bridge Alte Mainbruumlcke you can enjoy fantastic views of the fortress Marienberg the pilgrimage church Kaumlppele and the famous vineyards Tour lasts around 15 hrs tickets cost 6 Euros per adult Between 7 May and 29 October additional English tours are held every Friday at 1 pm Every Saturday 2 pm Guided Tour in English of Albrecht Duumlrers House in Nuumlrnbergrsquos historical city center Albrecht-Duumlrer-Straszlige 39 (in the pedestrian zone) Admission is 5 Euros (normal) 250 Euros (reduced) Famous painter Albrecht Duumlrer lived in Nuumlrnberg (1471 ndash 1528) ndash you might know him best for his ldquoPraying Handsrdquo ndash and his original residence in Nuumlrnbergrsquos pretty city center has been converted to a museum Every Saturday an actress in historical gowns offers guided tours of the house in English telling its history from the viewpoint of Duumlrers wife Agnes Every Saturday 3 pm Guided Tour in English of the Church of St Jacobs in 91541 Rothenburg A public and free tour in English of the famous StJakobs-Kirche (church) You only pay the entrance fee for the church 2 Euros for adults 050 Euros for students pupils groups from 10 person 150 Euros No reservation necessary Duration ca 45 minutes Meeting Point front row inside the church Every Saturday 8 pm Guided Tour in English with the Night-Watchman in 91541 Rothenburg on Marktplatz = Market Place Take a walk back in time with the Night-watchman through the romantically-lit streets of Rothenburg Meeting point is on Market Square the tour lasts about 60 minutes Fee is 7 Euros per person payable in cash to the Night-watchman

German-American Kontakt Club

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

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

Every Friday 7 pm

Stammtisch at the Clubhouse - new location Rose Barracks Bldg 301

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

Every Monday 7 pm

Bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center

Every Wednesday 7 pm

Stammtisch at the Clubhouse