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Check for updates on community news information and events at wwwgrafenwoehrarmymil

September 2

Kick-off 730 pm Main Post Fitness

Center field

Join other football fans

for a full contact game

between the Vilseck High

School Varsity Football

team and the Oberpfalz

Spartans ndash a mixture of

youth players from

Regensburg

Grafenwoehr and

Neumarkt Event

sponsored and

facilitated by USAG

Grafenwoehr No

coolers alcohol or pets

will be allowed and only

Gate 20 (Netzaberg) will

be open for non-ID card

holders vehicles and

Gate 2 will accommodate

non-ID card holder

pedestrian traffic

Community Highlights

Special programs updates community campaigns classes and more

New issue of the Bavarian New on stands today Pick up a copy and read all about the upcoming Friday night lights -- Come out and support the Vilseck HS Falcons as they host the Oberpfalz Spartans in a game of full contact American tackle football Fri Sept 2 Soldier 360 2SCR Soldiers build resilience as they reintegrate during the two-week course Highway heroes Two Soldiers from 2SCR earn a prestigious honor by intervening in an unsafe situation Living with loss A spouse in Hohenfels turns her loss into a benefit for others and In travel Sweden -- five tips for traveling in the land of three kings

Bavarian News ndash your hometown newspaper

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

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

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

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

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

911 Remembrance 9 Sept The community is invited to a small but dignified event on Friday Sept 9 at 4 pm in the vicinity of the flagpoles

in front of the JMTC Headquarters Bldg Event will include a retreat ceremony and lying of the wreath

ldquoDesignated Driverrdquo key to a safe and fun evening ―Night Ends for These Buddies Video sponsored by the US Department of Transportations National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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

Lodging Hotel Be our guest ndash explore the new hotel offering a total of 136 guest rooms 72 Standard Guest rooms 48

Family Suites and 18 Guest rooms for Extended Stay Room sizes vary from approximately 28 square meters to 42 square meters divided up on 3 floors

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

USAG Grafenwoehr Military Retiree Appreciation Day 21 Oct 7 am ndash 3 pm Main Post Bldgs 244 amp 475 If you need assistance with pay records postal services legal and customs if you have questions about benefits or need medical and dental attention join us at the Retiree Appreciation Day Additionally the day is a great way to meet other retirees from your area make friends and share survival tactics for living in Germany Medical Services available from 7 am ndash 3 pm and include 1 Immunizations Tetanus Shingles Pneumovax and Flu 2 Womens health Mammography (Mobil Mamovan only if there is enough interest) BY APPOINTMENT ONLY For well woman exam appointments call the USA Health Clinic Vilseck 09662-83-2882 or DSN 476-2882 State that the appointment is for the Retiree Appreciation Day

3 Blood pressure checks 4 Blood sugar test (A1C) 5 TRICARE benefits advisor on site 6 Nutrition information 7 Diabetic foot screening 8 Order glasses you have a prescription less than one year old 9 Hearing test 10 Medication refill if you have a current prescription 11 Some basic new prescriptions for acute issue ie sinusitis allergies (No new long term medications) 12 Basic eye exams with new glasses prescription Follow-up appointments can be made for dilation Dental Services include 1 Exams 2 Cleanings 3 Oral Cancer Screenings exams For more call the USAG Grafenwoehr Retirement Service Officer DSN 475-8539 8709 CIV 09641-83-8539

USAREUR Fueling the Team (UFTT) Tuesdays and Thursdays Super Summer Sandwich Bar at the Main Post Dining Facility Bldg 101 Hot Sandwich Bar to include Cajun chicken sandwich Jamaican jerk chicken sandwich chicken Philly sandwich beef Philly sandwich western sandwich hot teriyaki chicken sandwich buffalo chicken sandwich Moroccan pockets gyros chicken fajitas and beef fajitas Cold Sandwich Bar to include Meats roast turkey deli ham deli roast beef tuna chicken salad and bacon Breads white wheat rye pita hoagie buns flour wheat spinach and roasted tomato tortillas Vegetables lettuce tomato onion black olives sliced pickles sliced banana peppers sliced jalapentildeo peppers sliced cucumbers and sliced bell peppers Cheeses American provolone Swiss and parmesan cheese Sauces Ranch dressing mustard miracle whip southwest sauce oil ampvinegar honey mustard hot sauce BBQ sauce creamy caesar dressing tzaziki 1000 island dressing salt amp pepper

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

Postal Advisory Prohibited Matters and Restrictions

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

Worried about Someonersquos Drinking or Drug Use

AL-ANON meets Thursdays at 7 pm Army Substance Abuse Center 3rd floor Conference Room Main Post Bldg 621 (near the bank) Only requirement is an alcohol or drug problem with a relative or friend For more CIV 0171-983-9151

Suicide Prevention Awareness Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 475-LIFE Visit our website for more on suicide prevention Suicide prevention sexual assault or just a friendly earhellip you are never alone Professionals are available to counsel you in confidence Getting help is a sign of strength

24 Hour Community Hotlines Chaplain Hotline 0162-296-0838 Military Police Hotline 09662-83-114 Sexual Assault Hotline 0162-296-0661 and Emergency Services 09641-83-117

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

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

Army Community Services (ACS)

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

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

Please pre-register for all ACS classes

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

Mobilization and Deployment 1 amp 7 Sept RESET for Couples 10 am-noon Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 7 Sept FRG FUN (Facilitate Unite and Network) 930-1130 am Main Post Chapel Annex 12 Sept FRG FUN (Facilitate Unite and Network) 930-1130 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322

ACS Instructor Training Course 1 - 2 Sept 9 am ndash 4 pm Main Post Camp Normandy Bldg 3144

Want to teach ACS classes or other community classes Get the basic skills to become an instructor Are you already an instructor This class is also a good refresher Build your experience and resume with lifelong skills through Army Community Service Deadline for reservation is 26 August Call DSN 476-2650 or 475-8371 CIV 09662-83-2650 or 09641-83-8371 or email

New Parent Support Program Infant Massage 2 amp 30 Sept 7 14 21 amp 28 Oct 1030 am-noon Netzaberg Teen Center Bond with your baby in this 5 session class while learning IAIM (International Association of Infant Massage) with a professional and certified Infant Massage Instructor Learn techniques to help relieve tension gas and colic through relaxing infant massage Pre-registration is required by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 This class is for parents with babies ages 0 through 36 months

Great Expectations amp PreNatal Yoga 2 amp 30 Sept 7 14 21 amp 28 Oct 4 Nov Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 New session for Great Expectations Start your session from 9-10 am with pre-natal yoga Great expectations class is 10-1130 am If you are a parent expecting a baby whether it is your first or not look no further This class will answer questions that the books do not Learn hands-on techniques from how to hold a baby to putting on and adjusting an infant carrier and more

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

Hospital Tours Every 2

nd Tuesday Visit Amberg meet at 545 pm in the Weiden hospital lobby

Every 1st

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

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

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

Every Wednesday Playgroup 930 - 11 am Rose Barracks Chapel

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

ACS Readiness classes

Relocation Readiness English as a Second Language Every Tuesday at Main Post Chapel amp every Thursday at Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 10 am-noon This class is for Spouses of active duty military retirees and civilians whose native language is other than English This class is free of charge and ongoing Learn and embrace the American culture by starting with the language and meet new friends For more information call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email 7 14 21 28 Sept amp 5 12 19 26 Basic German Class for Spouses of a deployed Soldier or Civilian 9-11 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Pre-registration is required 20 Sept Civilian Sponsorship Program 9-10 am Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 Be the best civilian sponsor and make your peerrsquos experience a positive one Please pre-register as slots are limited by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email 30 Sept a Taste of Germany Cooking Class with Chef Sven 11 am ndash 2 pm Enjoy hands-on cooking with Chef Sven Please pre-register as slots are limited by calling ACS at DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 or email

Financial Readiness 7 Sept Investing Training 101 amp 102 530-7 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322 12 Sept Money Management 1-3 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322 14 Sept Investing Training 103 530-7 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322 19 Sept Checking Account Maintenance 1-3 pm ACS Rose Barracks Bldg 322

Employment Readiness 7 12 14 19 21 amp 26 Sept GED Preparation Class 10-1130 am Rose Barracks Chapel Annex 7 Sept Resume Writing amp USA Staffing Class 130-230 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 13 Sept Resume Writing amp USA Staffing Class 130-230 pm USO Main Post Bldg 150 13 Sept Career Exploration 130-230 pm USO Main Post Bldg 150 14 Sept Interview Skills 130-230 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322 26 Sept Social Security Briefing 1-3 pm Rose Barracks Bldg 134

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 7 Sept EFMP Free Bowling 4-6 pm Rose Barracks Bowling Center Bldg 2201 13 Sept EFMP 101 330-5 pm Rose Barracks ACS Bldg 322

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

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

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

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

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

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and your ACS Family Advocacy Program is hosting the first European annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event The community is invited to cheer on 100 men in red high heels as well as walk 1 mile and participate in the activities to raise awareness about violence towards women Men who register have the option to reserve a pair of red high heels ranging from menrsquos shoe size 9 to 14 Group (Unit private organization agency club etc) with highest percentage of participation will be recognized Registration for all participants is required by visiting online For details please call DSN 476-2650 or CIV 09662-83-2650 email

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

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

Family Advocacy Program

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

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

Army Family Action Plan

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

Volunteers and other help needed

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

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

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

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

Army Volunteer Corps

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

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

Seeking Emergency Placement Care Providers The children in the USAGG need you The Emergency Placement Care (EPC) Program trains individuals to become 24 hour providers for at risk children The community is in need of more providers as the number of children in imminent

danger increased due to the deployment rotation of family members The training you receive will last you a lifetime and

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

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

Sports Fitness Hobbies amp Recreation

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

concession purchases Receive a free popcorn combo after 9 stamps

Main Post Rose Barracks

Wed Aug 31 7 pm Super 8 (PG-13) 7 pm Crazy Stupid Love (PG-13)

Thurs Sept 1 7 pm

Final Destination 5 (R)

7 pm

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes (PG-13)

Fri Sept 2 630 pm

930 pm

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes

Fright Night (R)

630 pm

930 pm

Cars 2

Bad Teacher (R)

Sat Sept 3 4 pm 7 pm

Something Borrowed (PG-13)

Bad Teacher (R) 4 pm

7 pm

Cars 2 (G)

Fright Night (R)

Sun Sept 4 4 pm 7 pm

Cars (G)

Fright Night (R)

4 pm

7 pm

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes (PG-13)

Bad Teacher (R)

Wed Sept 7 7 pm Bad Teacher (R) 7 pm Fright Night (R) Thurs Sept 8 7 pm

Cars 2 (G) 7 pm

Water For Elephants (PG-13)

Fri Sept 9 630 pm 930 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Larry Crowne (PG-13)

630 pm 930 pm

Colombiana (PG-13)

Final Destination 5 (R)

Sat Sept 10 4 pm

Colombiana (PG-13)

4 pm 7 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Larry Crowne (PG-13)

Sun Sept 11 4 pm 7 pm

Monte Carlo (PG)

Final Destination 5 (R)

7 pm

Final Destination 5 (R)

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

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

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

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

Tuesdays in Sept Drama class 345 - 445pm

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

Thursdays in Sept Food Fun amp Fitness 345 - 445pm

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

CYSS Kids on Site Current Available at the Grafenwoehr Physical Fitness Center 2 sessions a day 830-10 am and 10- 1130 am

NOTE You MUST Pre-register here with CYS Services or Online in order to participate A minimum of 5 children must be registered for this service to be provided

New Hourly Childcare Center

Opens 1 Oct Bldg 260 on Main Post Hourly care is also available at Rose Barracks CDC SACs FCC Homes and Kids on Site locations Limited hourly care is available at Netzaberg CDC as space is available Call Parent Central Services to register or reserve hourly care online at httpswebtracmwrarmymil

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

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

Origami Candy Color Earrings Class at Arts amp Crafts Center 3 Sept 930ndash1130 am

13 Sept 9 amndash1 pm

Learn how to make some beautiful origami earrings Age 14 amp up Fee $15 includes supplies For more information contact DSN 475ndash6101 or CIV 09641ndash83ndash6101 or go online The Heart and Home Craft Center is located on Main Post Bldg 607

Soccer Camp 3 ndash 5 Sept US Youth Soccer and the Olympic development program for soccer will hold boys and girls camps The

girls camp will be in Kaiserslautern and the boys camp will be in Bitburg The best players at the camps will be selected for the All Europe teams For more information here

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

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

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

16 Sept Round II

23 Sept Local Finals

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

911 Freedom Run 11 Sept This run is to commemorate the terrorist attacks of September 11 2001 while honoring those who have and

continue to serve in defense of our country Run starts at the Main Post Physical Fitness Center For more information call the Sports amp Fitness Office at DSN 475-8207

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

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

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

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

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

join DSN 476-1740 CIV 09662-83-1740

Adult Book Club Main Post

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

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

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

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

Food offerings from the Patton Fireside Lounge -Try the delicious Sandwiches and Burgers for Lunch served Mon ndash Fri 11am ndash 1 pm Dinner is served Thurs ndash Sat 5-10 pm Daily Specials and take-out service available See menu at here stop by at Main Post Bldg 209 or call DSN 475-6200

Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop something for everyone Are you new to the community or just looking to find that one special item Come and visit the Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop PCSing ETSing Deploying Retiring or simply want to get rid of your unwanted clutter help the community by donating your items to the Thrift Shop Volunteers and donations are always welcome and appreciated Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop located on Main Post at Bldg 508

Tuesdays amp Wednesdays 10 am ndash 2 pm Thursdays 2-6 pm 1st Saturday of the month 10 am ndash 2 pm Consignments Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 am ndash 1 pm CIV 09641-9260377

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

Adult Education Training

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

UMUC Europe Fall 2011 Registration

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

Warrior University Registration through 2 Sept classes begin 6 Sept Warrior University 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 These courses are open to Family Members and other eligible ID card holders as well Soldiers are encouraged to start visiting their education centers now to create GoArmyEd accounts for tuition assistance so they will be ready to register For more information Rose Barracks Education Center Bldg 223 DSN 476-3292 or Main Post Education Center Bldg 538 DSN 475-6219 View the full schedule online

FAST Class 6 - 16 Sept Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center Bldg 223 8 am ndash 330 pm

6 ndash 16 Sept Main Post (Grafenwoehr) Education Center Bldg 538 8 am ndash 330 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 This class is a 60-hour long course and is limited to twenty students For more information please contact Rose Barracks Education Center at DSN 476-26533292 or Main Post (Grafenwoehr) Education Center at DSN 475-62196786

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

7 Sept Main Post Tower Theater Bldg 620 9 ndash 1130 am (US employees) and 130 ndash 230 pm (LN employees)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Religious

Fellowship Food and Faith Thursdays beginning 1 Sept The Military Council of Catholic Women (MCCW) would like to invite all women in

the Vilseck and Grafenwoehr areas to join us for fellowship food and faith sharing every Thursday morning in the Rose Barracks chapel complex Bldg 205 beginning at 9 am with breakfast Fellowships follows with the Rosary at 930 am Bible Study at 10 am closing prayer at 1140 am and mass at 1205 pm Free child care is provided Join us for all or part of these faith-filled mornings Please email Erin Kelley for more information

Single Ladies trip to Salzburg amp Hallstatt Austria 2 - 5 Sept Experience the beauty and history of Salzburg Austria with the sights and sounds of Mozart beautiful

palaces and gardens and with shopping and sight-seeing galore As an added treat travel to one of Austrias oldest towns Hallstatt and experience its charm and breath-taking views Cost is 200 Euros which includes all transportation hotels and breakfast and a city pass for Salzburg Passport required Space is limited so sign up quickly Sponsored by the Garrison Chaplainrsquos Office For more or to reserve your spot contact Laurel Hoyt 0151-14991395 email

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Health amp Medical Red Cross VET Corner

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

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

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

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

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

Facility amp Road Closures Construction Openings

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

Automotive Skills Centers adjusting hours of operation on Thursdays Effective 1 Sept The Rose Barracksrsquo Automotive Skills Center will be open on Thursdays from 1030 am -

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

Customs Office closure of activity 1 Sept The US Forces Customs office Main Post Bldg 621 will be closed all day for training

Construction in progress Main Post Fitness Center Male locker room Current ndash 1 Sept The Main Post Physical Fitness Center Male locker room and sauna will undergo renovation during

this time The Mens back Locker room SaunaDipping Pool and Relaxation room will be closed All other areas will be available for customer use The shower room will be closed from July 25 - Sep 1 During this time frame 4 Temp showers will be installed in the far end sink area for customer use During this construction period the Mens front locker room will be available consisting of 42 large lockers and 82 small lockers for a total of 108 lockers latrine facility the sink area to include the 4 Temp showers will be available for daily usage

TMP offices closed for works outing 2 Sept This includes the TMP Main Office Main Post Bldg 301 Room 124 Dispatch Center Grafenwoehr Main Post

Bldg 481 and Dispatch Center Vilseck Rose Barracks Bldg 351 Additionally Since the TMP drivers will participate in the works outing most of the scheduled community bus services will not be available on this day Only bus route V-3 PX Rose Barracks - PX Main Post (direct run) will be operated in accordance with published schedule Full scheduled bus services will be offered again as of Saturday Sept 3

Rose Barracks Health Clinic closure of activity 2 amp 5 Sept The clinic will be closed in honor of the Labor Day holiday

CWTSato closure of activity 5 Sept CWTSatoTravel Grafenwoehr Main Post Bldg 244 and CWTSatoTravel Vilseck Rose Barracks Bldg 161 will

be closed In case of emergency please contact the International Service Center (ISC) collect at 1-210-877-3357

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

School News

Grafenwoehr Elementary School 5 Sept No School Labor Day 6 Sept First day of School for Kindergarten 8 Sept Open House for grades 1 ndash 5 5 ndash 6 pm The Grafenwoehr Elementary PTA has received great support so far this year from our parents We would like to remind you that if you intended to join the PTA it is not too late Contact DSN 475-7133 or email for more information School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers

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

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

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

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

Netzaberg Middle School 13 Sept Open house from 4 ndash 6 pm Open House for all students and parents to meet their teachers and ask any questions you may have about the beginning of school year thus far POC Email Back to School BUNCO (sponsored by the PTSA) from 6ndash 730 pm Make plans to stay after the Open House to play BUNCO and have a chance to win some Polish Pottery More details forth coming Netzaberg Middle School CSI 4-Step Problem Solving Method= 1) Understand the Problem 2) Make a Plan 3) Carry Out the Plan 4) Look Back ndash Ask ―Does the solution make sense Parent volunteers If you are interested in volunteering for the PTSA or other school committees please contact the Pens and pencils

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School News

Grafenwoehr Elementary School 5 Sept No School Labor Day 6 Sept First day of School for Kindergarten 8 Sept Open House for grades 1 ndash 5 5 ndash 6 pm The Grafenwoehr Elementary PTA has received great support so far this year from our parents We would like to remind you that if you intended to join the PTA it is not too late Contact DSN 475-7133 or email for more information School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers

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

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

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

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

Netzaberg Middle School 13 Sept Open house from 4 ndash 6 pm Open House for all students and parents to meet their teachers and ask any questions you may have about the beginning of school year thus far POC Email Back to School BUNCO (sponsored by the PTSA) from 6ndash 730 pm Make plans to stay after the Open House to play BUNCO and have a chance to win some Polish Pottery More details forth coming Netzaberg Middle School CSI 4-Step Problem Solving Method= 1) Understand the Problem 2) Make a Plan 3) Carry Out the Plan 4) Look Back ndash Ask ―Does the solution make sense Parent volunteers If you are interested in volunteering for the PTSA or other school committees please contact the Pens and pencils

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school We welcome your support POC Email Lunch accounts To use the online service you will need to set up an account at httpwwwmealpaypluscom If you are new to the area you will need to open a Horizon account at the PX or the school cafeteria All lunch concerns need to be addressed to AAFES You can also logon to wwwodinaafescomnutrition08indexhtml to set up your childrsquos account Attendance PARENTS are responsible in calling the front office every morning that the student will be absent POC Email Phone 09645-917-923292339229 DSN 472-9232 School Office Hours School Hours Important Phone Numbers Mon - Fri 730 amndash4 pm Mon-Fri 755 am-245 pm CIV 09645-917-923292339229 DSN 472-9232

Was ist Los

Get involved in the local scene

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

Every third Sat of the month 7 am - 230 pm in 92224 Amberg Kaufland-Parkplatz An den Franzosenaeckern Every third Sun of the month 8 am - 4 pm Troumldel- amp Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg) at the Globus DITY store Pommernstraszlige 4 Fri amp Sat 2 amp 3 Sept Trempelmarkt in 90403 Nuremberg Hauptmarkt Fri 4 pm - midnight Sat 7 am - 6 pm This is one of Germanys largest flea markets Around 4000 stalls are grouped around the Hauptmarkt in the historical city center and in the side-roads off the Hauptmarkt With this many vendors you can find pretty much anything from expensive antiques to Graffel (bric-a-brac) Children have their own flea market where they can sell their old toys Sat 3 3 Sept - 6 am - 4 pm in 92637 Weiden at the Volksfestplatz on Leuchtenberger Straszlige - 7 am - 4 pm in 91054 Erlangen Bohlenplatz Homepage - 8 am - 4 pm Troumldel- amp Jahrmarkt in 93055 Regensburg at the Globus DITY market Sulzfeldstr 3 Visitors can park for free at the car park of Hiendl furniture store - 8 am - 4 pm in 92318 Neumarkt Volksfestplatz and Jurahallen Festplatz 1 (ca 45 km 28 miles west of Hohenfels) A large selection of everything you do and dont need toys antiques collectibles (coins stamps etc) clothes and much more Kids can enjoy themselves on the inflatable jumping castle during the summer months (Apr - Oct) - only when the weather is good The next couple of dates are online If you would like to sell items email Sat 24 Sept - 6 am - 2 pm in 92637 Weiden at the Spielvereinigung (Am Langen Steg subdivision near hospital) - 9 am - 4 pm in Raigering on the outskirts of 92224 Amberg car park at the ―Sterk brewery Hofmark 2 Sat 01 Oct - 6 am - 4 pm in 92637 Weiden at the Volksfestplatz on Leuchtenberger Straszlige - 7 am - 4 pm in 91054 Erlangen Bohlenplatz Homepage - 8 am - 4 pm Troumldel- amp Jahrmarkt in 93055 Regensburg at the Globus DITY market Sulzfeldstr 3 Visitors can park for free at the car park of Hiendl furniture store - 8 am - 4 pm in 92318 Neumarkt Volksfestplatz and Jurahallen Festplatz 1 (ca 45 km 28 miles west of Hohenfels) A large selection of everything you do and dont need toys antiques collectibles (coins stamps etc) clothes and much more Kids can enjoy themselves on the inflatable jumping castle during the summer months (Apr - Oct) - only when the weather is good The next couple of dates are online

Registration begins for a German Class

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

Goldbergstrasse (ca 20 km 12 miles north of Grafenwoehr) Would you like to cope in everyday situations in German This beginners course focuses especially on communication You will also get to know basic structures of German as well as differences in culture and lifestyle No previous knowledge required The class was specially designed for English speakers to help making contact with your German neighbors easier the instructor is a teacher for English and German at the German school Gymnasium in Eschenbach The class starts on Thu 06 Oct 7 - 830 pm and will be held once a week (every Thursday) for 12 weeks Cost is 60- Euros pp plus 3- Euros for handouts Register with the German Evening School VHS for class number 1S6004 (you must refer to this class number) via email or CIV 09631-88-204

Pens and pencils

Rubber eraser

Colored pencils

Glue (sticks bottled)

Pocket folders

Highlighters

Book bag or backpack

Spiral notebooks

Plastic supply box

Notebook dividers

Bound composition book

Gym shoes

Notebook - 3-ring binder

Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Tissues (1 box max)

Planners

Paper - loose leaf

Crayons

Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Paints (tempra)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paper ndash graph

Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent

Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper

Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer

Locks (as required)

Copy-Printer Paper

Pens and pencils

Rubber eraser

Colored pencils

Glue (sticks bottled)

Pocket folders

Highlighters

Book bag or backpack

Spiral notebooks

Plastic supply box

Notebook dividers

Bound composition book

Gym shoes

Notebook - 3-ring binder

Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Tissues (1 box max)

Planners

Paper - loose leaf

Crayons

Clipboards

Scissors

Rulers (ES amp MS only)

Paints (tempra)

Pencil Sharpeners

Toilet Paper

Paper ndash graph

Index Cards

Calculators

Dishwashing Detergent

Plastic Bags

Paper Towels

Contact Paper

Liquid Soap

Baby Wipes

Hand Sanitizer

Locks (as required)

Copy-Printer Paper

Paints (watercolor)

Colored markers

Tissues (1 box max)

Planners

Paper - loose leaf

Crayons

Clipboards

Scissors

Open Stores on Sunday

All stores in Germany usually remain closed on Sundays and German holidays - but for special dates and occasions pre-determined by local authorities exceptions are granted Usually these open store dates coincide with either street market days or some type of citizens fest (such as Volksfest or Buumlrgerfest) Opening hours differ from city to city but in general stores open around midday or very early afternoon and stay open until 5 pm or 6 pm Sun 04 Sept - 1 pm - 6 pm in 90402 Nuremberg Open stores during the Volksfest in the Suedstadt subdivision - no time specified in 96317 Kronach city center (ca 65 km 40 miles NE of Bamberg) - no time specified in 92521 Schwarzenfeld city town center (ca 50 km 30 miles north of Regensburg) - no time specified in 92358 Seubersdorf city town center (ca 23 km 15 miles west of Hohenfels) - no time specified in 93104 Suumlnching city town center (ca 33 km 20 miles SE of Regensburg) Sun 11 Sept - 1 pm in 91275 Auerbach (ca 26 km 16 miles NW of Vilseck) - 1 pm - 5 pm 91315 Houmlchstadt city town center (ca 45 km 27 miles NW of Nuumlrnberg) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 93059 Regensburg historic city center Closest free car parks are at the Dultplatz Am Europakanal and neighbouring Oberer Woehrd along Pfaffensteiner Weg - no time specified in 93179 Brennberg (ca 32 km 20 miles east of Regensburg) - no time specified in 84069 Schierling city town center (ca 30 km 20 miles south of Regensburg) - no time specified in 86899 Landsberg am Lech city center (ca 83 km 52 miles north of Garmisch-Partenkirchen) Sun 18 Sept - 1 pm - 6 pm in 93133 Burglengenfeld (ca 30 km 19 miles north of Regensburg) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 90402 Nuremberg Open stores during the Herbstmarkt Altstadtfest in the whole city except for the Suedstadt subdivision (who had theirs the previous weekend) - no time specified in 93155 Hemau city town center (ca 22 km 14 miles SW of Hohenfels) Sun 25 Sept - 10 am - 5 pm in 96231 Bad Staffelstein Marktplatz (ca 33 km 20 miles NE of Bamberg) - midday - 5 pm in 97688 Bad Kissingen (ca 27 km 17 miles NW of Schweinfurt) Takes place on Rathausplatz and in the whole Innenstadt (inner city) - 1 pm - 5 pm in 91555 Feuchtwangen (ca 30 km 19 miles west of Ansbach) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 97762 Hammelburg Am Marktplatz (ca 33 km 20 miles west of Schweinfurt) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 86316 Friedberg (right next to Augsburg ca 130 km 80 miles north of Garmisch-Partenkirchen) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 95028 Hof city center (ca 95 km 60 miles north of Weiden) - 1 pm - 6 pm in 97638 Mellrichstadt city town center (ca 55 km 33 miles north of Schweinfurt) - no time specified in 97833 Frammersbach (ca 75 km 47 miles west of Schweinfurt) - no time specified in 93183 Kallmuumlnz (ca 13 km 85 miles SE of Hohenfels) - no time specified in 94405 Landau an der Isar (ca 75 km 46 miles SE of Regensburg)

Reichsstadt-Festtage (Celebrations of Becoming a Free City) 2 ndash 4 Sept in 91541 Rothenburg Marktplatz

During the Reichsstadt-Festtage the complete city history is re-enacted by around 1000 participants Of course you need to park outside the city walls (recommended car parks P1 P3 P5) and walk the very short distance to the city center On Friday evening a large torchlight parade takes place at the market square Later on fascinating fireworks will be displayed at the historic Rathaus (city hall) Program Friday - 830 pm Torchlight Parade The participants march in their historic costumes from the meeting point at the Doppelbruumlcke (double bridge) to the Marktplatz (market square) where they are introduced to the nightwatchman and greeted by the Lord Mayor This is followed by the fireworks spectacle Saturday - from 11 am on Medieval arts and crafts market with a knights camp knights music a horse show and a childrens program with a story teller and even a trial at archery All activities in front of the Roumldertor gate are free of charge - 1 pm Re-enactment (market square) of Rothenburg being given Free City rights Ensuing fencing bout (show) by the group Chevalier de Ville - 1 pm - 8 pm Re-enactment of historic scenes from seven centuries all over the Altstadt (historic town center) (city center) - 130 pm Concert by the Rothenburger Stadt- und Jugendblasorchester at the Marktplatz - 230 pm Knights tournament at the Waumlssele in front of the Klingentor gate Admission fees for 12 and older 5- Euro Younger kids are free The show lasts ca 70 minutes - 3 pm 2 - 3-hour-long guided walk to the various historic groups Meeting point the fountain on Marktplatz Fees 6- Euro per adult 12 - 18 years 3- Euro No advance registration needed - 3 pm Performance by the Rothenburger Stadtpfeifferey (music) and dances from the Renaissance at the Goethe-

Garten Herrngasse - 4 pm Knights tournament in the Waumlssele (a defile Hohlweg) in front of the Klingentor gate Admission fees for 12 and older Euro 5- Younger kids are free The show lasts ca 70 minutes - 930 pm Taubertal (valley) in flames This light and fireworks spectacle is to remember the darkest times of Rothenburg namely the siege during the 30-year war The ensuing Bengali Light Show symbolizes the burning city - before and after the fireworks Live music and dance at the Schrannenscheune Sunday - 10 am - 7 pm Re-enactment of historic scenes from seven centuries all over the Altstadt (historic town center) (city center) - 1030 am 2 - 3-hour-long guided walk to the various historic groups Meeting point the fountain on Marktplatz Fees 6- Euro per adult 12 - 18 years 3 Euro No advance registration needed - from 11 am on Medieval arts and crafts market with a knights camp knights music a horse show and a childrens program with a story teller and even a trial at archery All activities in front of the Roumldertor gate are free of charge There will also be a reading about Knights and their Heraldry - 230 pm Historic Shepherds Dance The Shepherds Dance (link in EN) was first introduced in 1911 and has been performed regularly since then for the guests of the City of Rothenburg It consists of several dance figures which together with the 19th century costumes of the maids as well as the ribbons on the lads traditional shovels create a colorful and impressionable presentation - 230 pm + 530 pm Knights tournament in the Waumlssele (a defile Hohlweg) in front of the Klingentor gate Admission fees for 12 and older 5- Euro Younger kids are free The show lasts ca 70 minutes - 3 pm Performance by the Rothenburger Stadtpfeifferey (music) and dances from the Renaissance at the Goethe-Garten Herrngasse

Dahlia Madness

2 Sept - 3 Oct on the Isle of Mainau (78465) in the Bodensee (Lake Constance)

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

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

2 ndash 3 Sept Nuernberg Trempelmarkt More here and here

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

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

Trachtenmarkt (Market for Traditional Bavarian Clothing)

3 ndash 4 Sept 10 am - 6 pm in 91171 Greding Marktplatz (ca 55 km 34 miles west of Hohenfels)

The Trachtenmarkt is held in all weather conditions Admission 150 Euros pp Kids under 18 are free This market will sell anything you need for a Tracht from the complete outfit to the fabrics and patterns (for all tailors out there) accessories books (in German) and the all-important advice Its also become a popular tradition to play music at the market

Kirwa Celebrations 3-5 Sept in Ebersbach Edelsfeld Rosenberg Hirschau and Mimbach-Mausberg More here

Medieval Market 4 Sept 10 am - 630 pm in 97342 Seinsheim Altstadt = old city (ca 16 km 10 miles south of Kitzingen) A

wonderful medieval market with market tenders jugglers jostlers craftsmen artisans exhibits dancing and music Great day out for all families

Family Day 4 Sept at the Fraumlnkische-Schweiz-Museum in Tuumlchersfeld Am Museum 5 (falls under 91278 Pottenstein in the

beautiful Fraumlnkische Schweiz) Its a day designed for the whole family to have fun

Potato Harvest Erpflgrobn (Erdaepfel graben) 4 Sept At the Oberpfaumllzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neusath 200 (part of 92507 Nabburg ca 31 km 19

miles south of Weiden) Admission (only GE) is 450 Euros pp a family ticket for the day is 11- Euros Beautiful strong cold-blood horses pull the potatoes out of the soil with old farming equipment - and you and your kids can help pick them up After the harvest every helper gets to taste a freshly boiled potato or you go to the Wirtshaus (inn) where they have special potato dishes that day A guided tour (in German) with lots of information takes place at 2 pm Children can also play some fun old games at 1 pm or try out how potato prints are made 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

Open Stores on Sunday 4 Sept 90402 Nuremberg Open stores during the Volksfest in the Suedstadt subdivision

96317 Kronach city center (ca 65 km 40 miles NE of Bamberg) 92521 Schwarzenfeld city town center (ca 50 km 30 miles north of Regensburg) 92358 Seubersdorf city town center (ca 23 km 15 miles west of Hohenfels) 93104 Suumlnching city town center (ca 33 km 20 miles SE of Regensburg) 11 Sept 93059 Regensburg at the historical city center Closest free car parks are at the Dultplatz Am Europakanal

and neighboring Oberer Woumlhrd car park along Pfaffensteiner Weg Then 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oktoberfest For tickets and more information please email

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

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

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

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

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

The language barrier ndash good to know items Germans ordering you around Have you ever had a German tell you something like you will come here or you must sign there It sounds horribly impolite in English like theyre ordering you around but trust me they are not The whole problem stems from English and German being two completely different languages (and cultures) and the speakers English not being their first language The English must and the German muumlssen sound very much alike and even mean something similar - just not quite the same In English must indicates a mandatory

requirement or order (you must do this or else hellip) In German Du musst (you see how similar they are) simply means you have to or you need to A German who speaks English well will know the difference but not all of us can be language whizzes Its a similar story with a statement like you will come here Most likely our German friends are trying to ask you politely to come with them they just dont know how to translate it correctly Next time you encounter such seeming impoliteness - dont take it personal especially if you notice that the Germans English isnt the best If you know the person you might even consider explaining to them the difference between the German musst and the English must If you still find Germans peculiar maybe the explanations on this site can help a bit (website in English) For ―I want to know how to hellip in Germany See what others suggest especially if you want to win a Germans favor (Both links in English) If you want to learn more about the language you could follow Hyde Flippo on Twitter (in EN) Some funny traditions are explained here in English (scroll towards the bottom) If you already speak German and want to know more about those strange Bavarian customs click here Or you try this site for customs from all over Germany (with a translation button) If you can read German find out what the weather predictions are according to the Hundertjaumlhriger Kalender (calendar said to be valid for a hundred years) For language buffs click here for examples of Germanic dialects many with good quality audio recordings If youre having trouble addressing Germans correctly try these suggestions (website in English)

German‑American Kontakt Club

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)

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