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Check for updates on community news, information and events at: www.grafenwoehr.army.mil

Don’t miss the Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop’s Special Saturday opening on 11 August for the SUPER STRYKER MYSTERY SALE

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Community Highlights

Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more

Stray Cats in Rose Barracks

Rose Barracks has a spike in stray cats that frequent areas such as the PX, Commissary and post office. Please do not feed or shelter stray animals because of diseases (such as Toxoplasmosis and Feline Infection Peritonitis) that can be harmful to both humans and domesticated animals. The USAG Safety office is actively working with the Veterinary Service and environmental office to get this under control before it becomes a problem.

Stay vigilant and report suspicious activities

For emergencies off post call 112, the European emergency number, reachable from fixed and mobile phones, free of charge, everywhere in the EU. Bavaria Military Community officials are asking everyone to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities as soon as they are observed. The safety of our families is one of our biggest priorities. USAG Grafenwoehr Military Police: DSN 476.2490/3397 or CIV 09662.83.2490/3397.

Lithium Batteries may be Mailed Stateside…with special instructions An interagency agreement between the United States Postal Service (USPS) and the Military Postal Service Agency (MPSA) has been reached that allows for the acceptance of items containing Lithium Batteries for mailing (only to the US). However, certain conditions apply. 1. Lithium products can only be mailed to US domestic addresses (minus AK). No international packages or APO to APO that require flight will be allowed. APO to APO ground transportation is authorized. 2. Lithium cannot be shipped via Express Mail Military Service. 3. Must use a known good US domestic (non-AK) address as the return address, instead of an APO/FPO return address, and for the secondary address on the PS-2976A customs form in case the package is Undeliverable as Addressed (UAA) at the TO address. 4. PS Form 2976-A (Large White Customs Form) MUST be used. 5. “Lithium Battery Contained Inside” and “Device Has Been Switched Off” is required on the customs form. 6. Encouraged to add a third address and contact phone number(s) on a note inside the box. 7. The customer MUST ensure the device is turned off and packaged in a way that will not allow for accidental activation during the transportation process. This applies to all official and personal mailings. 8. Normal expected delivery times may be longer than normal under the temporary acceptance procedure. Should you have any further questions please email Main Post or Rose Barracks Postal Service Centers or call 475-6333 / 476-2581. You can also like us on Facebook (Main Post / Rose Barracks) for up-to-date information.

Delayed Entry Program Attention High School Seniors, Class of 2013. Get in touch with us to discuss your future plans after High School. You are able to enlist now into the Delayed Entry Program (DEP) and lock down your training seats and other enlistment options for next summer. US Army Active or Reserve. Contact us by email or call DSN 475-9208, CIV 09641-83-9208.

The Exchange Announces Outage of ESSO Fuel Ration Card System

08 Aug: The Exchange has a scheduled system outage for the ESSO Fuel Ration Card System in Germany, 8 p.m.-

midnight on 08 Aug. During these hours, customers in Germany will not be able to use their ESSO prepay option, obtain/replace fuel ration cards, or make any transactions on their accounts at either Exchange gas stations or local ESSO stations. However, fuel purchases at the Exchange gas stations will be available during this outage using other form of payment (i.e., credit/debit card, cash, etc). So plan accordingly!

Attention pet owners: Tune into AFN

09 Aug: Tune into AFN the Eagle, FM 98.5, from 8-10 a.m. on Thursday to get up-to-date on garrison pet policies and

services. Capt. Annie Eure, Vilseck veterinary facility, Diana Swieda, who runs the Dog Community Graf Facebook page, and 1Sgt Gary Braden of Garrison Business Operations, will discuss PCSing with pets, pet passports, ownership responsibility and leash policy.

Thrift Shop August Sales 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 a.m. – 2 p.m. Open 10am to

2pm Tues, Wed &Thurs. 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: http://www.tricare.mil/fraud/News/Document/Lottery%20Sweepstakes%20Scam.pdf

The Public Affairs Office has a new email address And it’s a doozie! For all newsletter submissions and general PAO questions, please send an email to: usarmy.grafenwoehr.imcom.mbx.usag-grafenwoehr-pao@mail.mil. We can also be reached at DSN 475-1600 or CIV 09641-83-1600.

ICE QR code Now it’s 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

U.S. Forces ration policy change for alcohol By Installation Management Command Europe: After a legal review and acceptance by U.S. Customs officials, the total number of liters of alcohol that can be purchased per person per month by U.S. Forces in some European counties is changed from 6.5 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. U.S. 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 – County of Neustadt 27 Aug: City Grafenwoehr 10 Sept: City Pressath 15 Oct: Netzaberg & 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 a.m. 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 (i.e. bicycles, washers, dryers, stoves, etc.) and electronic equipment (such as large appliances, small appliances, cooling devices, information & 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: i.e. TV, PC, printer, scanner, radio, VCR, DVD player, monitor, vacuum cleaner, refrigerators and freezers (no permission sticker required anymore), etc… together with Household Metal items: i.e. bicycles, ironing boards, washer, dryer, dishwasher, stoves (oil stoves and oil barrels must be totally emptied) etc… 3. Salvageable wooden furniture: (i.e. bed frame, wardrobe, chair, table, etc….) Smaller electronic appliances (i.e. hairdryer, toothbrush, telephones, drilling machine etc.) should be brought to the drop off point “Company Bergler” in Weiherhammer, Etzenrichter Str. 2, Mon.-Fri. from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 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 – County Tirschenreuth For Erbendorf, Kastl, Kemnath, Kulmain & Thumsenreuth Pickup is performed by the County Tirschenreuth upon written request by the resident (“Sperrmuellabfuhr auf Abruf.”) For a blank form contact your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664.

Bulk Trash Pickup – County Bayreuth For Speichersdorf Pickup is performed by the County Bayreuth upon individual written request by the resident per special application card (“Sperrmuellabfuhr auf Abruf.”) 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. 10, 2 p.m. in Grafenwoehr Bldg.533, Conference Room. Training will last approximately 1 1/2 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: Christine.a.nunez4.ln@mail.mil.

VFW gives back Deadline 1 Nov: Visit http://vfw.org/Community/Programs/ to learn more about the “Voice of Democracy“ and

“Patriot’s Pen“ where students and community members alike can share there story for sholarship oppurtunities and more. Conact your local VFW, Post 10692 by emailing Kurtde1@hotmail.com.

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: usarmy.grafenwoehr.imcom.mbx.grafenwoehr-psc@mail.mil. 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 ear… 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 graf.acs@eur.army.mil for info. Check out our E-Newsletter: http://issuu.com/usag_grafenwoehr_acs/docs/march_april_2012

***The Army Volunteer Corps, AFTB & AFAP programs have moved back into the Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg. 322. ***

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.

Employment Readiness 14 August: USAjobs: Learn the NEW Federal Application Process, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221. 21 August: EDUCATE, Empower and Employ!!, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. 22 August: USAjobs: Learn the NEW Federal Application Process, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., East Post, USO Bldg 150. 11 September: USAjobs: Learn the NEW Federal Application Process, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221. 25 September: USAjobs: Learn the NEW Federal Application Process, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., East Post, USO Bldg 150. 9 October: USAjobs: Learn the NEW Federal Application Process, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 16 October: USAjobs: Learn the NEW Federal Application Process, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., East Post, USO Bldg 150.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)

Have questions? Email EFMP directly. Aug. 9: Respite Care Provider Training, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Main Post, Bldg 244, Second Floor, Room 219. Aug 16: Bowling with EFMP (Free), 4 - 6 p.m., Main Post Bowling Center, Bldg 612. Aug 24: Enlightenment Support Group, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. Sept 5: Bowling with EFMP (Free), 4 - 6 p.m., Rose Barracks Bowling Center, Bldg 2201. Sept 14: S-1 EFMP Brief, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. Sept 19: Special Education Workshop, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Graf, Bldg 244, Second Floor, Room 219. Sept 28: Enlightenment Support Group, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Graf, Bldg 244, Second Floor, Room 219. Oct 4: FRSA and FRG key personnel briefing on EFMP, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Graf, Bldg 244, Second Floor, Room 219 Oct 9: Cancer Support Group, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221. Oct 12: EFMP 101 and System Navigation (EFMP) Services, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. Oct 18: Bowling with EFMP (Free), 4 - 6 p.m., Graf Bowling Center, Bldg 612. Oct 26: Enlightenment Support Group, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322.

Family Advocacy Program 16, 23, 30 August: At Ease! Stress Management, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221 (This class is three sessions) 16 August - 20 September: Fighting for Your Marriage, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322 (6 Sessions that meet on Thursdays) 4 - 25 October: Super Spouse, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221 second floor. (4 Sessions that meet on Thursday mornings). 2 - 30 October: Love & Logic (0-6 yrs old), 12:30 p.m. - 14:30 p.m., Graf Chapel Annex second floor. (5 Sessions that meet on Tuesday).

20 September - 15 November: Fatherhood Initiative, 12:30p.m. - 14:00 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221 second floor. (5 Sessions that meet on Thursday in September and November). 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.

Financial Readiness Services are available by appointment. For more information on saving your money, you may contact your ACS Financial Readiness at 0962-83-2650 or 09641-83-8371. 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, Mon.– Fri., 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Mobilization & Deployment Readiness 13-16 August: Resilience Training, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., East Post, Bldg 3144. 10 September: FRG Leader Training, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., East Post, Chapel Annex. 5 September: Care Team Training, 12:30 p.m - 2 p.m. Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 11 September: FRG Funding, 10 – 11:30 a.m., East Post, Chapel Annex. 17-18 September: Resilience Training, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 26 September: POC Training, 1 - 2 p.m., Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322. 15-18 October: Resilience Training, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., East Post, Bldg 3144.

New Parent Support Program 8 August: Breastfeeding Awareness Lunch and Learn: In celebration of Breastfeeding Awareness Week, NPSP is hosting an educational lunch. Bring a healthy pot luck dish, listen to guest speakers, and learn about breastfeeding, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rose Barracks Chapel Dining Room 13 July – 17 August: Great Expectations, 11 a.m. - 12:30 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. (6 Sessions that meet on Friday mornings). 31 August: ABC’s of Toddlerhood, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 27 September: ABC’s of Toddlerhood, 13:00.p.m. – 14:30 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 7 September – 12 October: Great Expectations, 11 a.m. - 12:30 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. (6 Sessions that meet on Friday mornings). 28 October: ABC’s of Toddlerhood, 11:00.a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 Prenatal Yoga Every Friday: Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322.

Newborn Network for parents with babies ages 0 through Walking Every Tuesday: Rose Barracks ACS, Bldg 322, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Hospital Tours Every 1

st Wednesday (except for holidays): Visit Weiden

Meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Weiden hospital lobby. Every 4

th Wednesday: Visit Sulzbach-Rosenberg

Meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Sulzbach-Rosenberg hospital lobby. Every Other 2nd Tuesday: (9 Oct): Visit Amberg Meet at 5:45 pm in the Amberg hospital lobby.

Play Groups Every Tuesday: Grafenwohr, Chapel Annex, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Every Wednesday: Rose Barracks, Chapel Annex, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Relocation Readiness Through 21 August: English a Second Language, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. (8 Sessions that meet on Thursdays only) Through 23 August: English as a Second Language, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. (8 Sessions that meet on Wednesdays only) Through 29 August: German as a Second Language, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 (8 Sessions that meet on Thursdays only) 15 August: Immigration Workshop, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 24 August: A Taste of Germany: German Cooking Class, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. 28-31 August: Welcome to Bavaria Level I, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., East Post Chapel Annex Pick up from Vilseck ACS at 8:30 a.m.

4 September – 23 October: English as a Second Language, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. East Post Chapel Annex. Childcare vouchers are provided. (8 Sessions that meet on Tuesdays only) 5 September – 24 October: German as a Second Language, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 (8 Sessions that meet on Wednesdays only) 6 September – 25 October: English a Second Language, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. Childcare vouchers are provided. (8 Sessions that meet on Thursdays only) 13 September: Bavarian Nights: Evening Newcomer Orientation, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 13 September: Arm Yourself with Claims Knowledge! / Successful PCS Moves 101, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, second floor 19 September: Immigration Workshop, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. 24-27 September: Welcome to Bavaria Level I, 9-4 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 Pick up from Graf ACS at 8:30 a.m. Childcare vouchers are provided. 11 October: Arm Yourself with Claims Knowledge! / Successful PCS Moves 101, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 10 October: Immigration Workshop, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322 19 October: A Taste of Germany: German Cooking Class, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Rose Barracks, ACS Bldg 322. 22-25 October: Welcome to Bavaria Level I, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., East Post Chapel Annex Pick up from Vilseck ACS at 8:30 a.m.

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 & 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 a.m. - 4 p.m. 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 August: Organizational Point of Contact & Volunteer Management Class, 9 a.m. - 11a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 206. 12 September: Organizational Point of Contact & Volunteer Management Class, 9a.m. - 11a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 322, Room 209. 18-20 September: Army Family Team Building Level II: Personal Growth Skills, 8:30a.m. - 2:30p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 206. 26 September: Organizational Point of Contact & Volunteer Management Class, 9a.m. - 11a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 322, Room 209. 10 October: Organizational Point of Contact & Volunteer Management Class, 9a.m. - 11a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 322, Room 209. 16-18 October: Army Family Team Building Level III: Leadership Development, 8:30a.m. - 2:30p.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 221, Room 206. 31 October: Organizational Point of Contact & Volunteer Management Class, 9a.m. - 11a.m., Rose Barracks, Bldg 322, Room 209.

Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) Have an Issue? Have an Idea? Share it! You have the power to change the Army. Submit your recommendations and suggestions to improve Army quality of life at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FY13AFAP for the Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) by Sept 7. AFAP is the process that lets people tell Army leadership what is working, what can be improved, and to give possible solutions. AFAP issues are collected and possible resolutions are explored. Issues may be resolved locally or at the Department of Army level. For more information, contact Michelle McLaughlin at DSN 475-8371 or CIV 09641-83-8371 or email michelle.r.mclaughlin2.civ@mail.mil.

Army Community Service is looking for volunteers to work the Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) conference Oct 2-4 at Bldg 134 on Rose Barracks from 0800-1700. We need recorders, transcribers, and issue support personnel. Training is provided. AFAP is the process that lets people tell Army leadership what is working, what can be improved, and to give possible solutions. AFAP issues are collected and possible resolutions are explored. Issues may be resolved locally or at the Department of Army level. To sign-up to be a volunteer or for more information, contact Michelle McLaughlin at DSN 475-8371 or CIV 09641-83-8371 or email michelle.r.mclaughlin2.civ@mail.mil. Sign up by Sept 21.

Volunteers needed at the USO Grafenwoehr If you'd 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 www.usovolunteer.org 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 & Recreation

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

Flag Football Officials Clinic and Unit Level Tournament Through 12 Aug: At the Grafenwoehr Sports Complex. Do you love the game of football, but feel the game is starting

to pass you by? Then it might be time to hang up the cleats and give officiating flag football a try. Be a part of the game and make some extra money on the side. Flag football not your thing? All sports currently need officials. Contact Sports and Fitness for more information at DSN 475-9024 or CIV 09641-83-9025.

Karaoke Night at the Zone

9 Aug: Come on in and sing to your favorite music. Enjoy a cold drink while other members of the community put on a

show. 9 p.m. Langenbruck Center, Bldg. 607, Rose Barracks. DSN 476-2360, CIV 09662-83-2360.

BINGO! at the Tower View

16 Aug: Cash Prizes & Fun! Test your luck. Open to all military personnel, retirees, family members and DoD civilians.

Get out your daubers and join us! Early Bird 6 p.m., regular Bingo starts 7 p.m., doors open at 5 p.m. For more details, call DSN 475-6200, CIV 09641-83-6200.

Get caught! Seafood Dinner

17 Aug: Taste a bit of the sea - fried or blacken shrimp, catfish, flounder or tilapia seafood platter, and a variety of sides.

The Patton Fireside Lounge, Grafenwoehr Tower View, 5 - 9 p.m. For more details, call DSN 475-6200, CIV 09641-83-6200.

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 Training/Outdoor 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 Overnight trips: 8-13 Aug: United Kingdom (Cornwall) 30 Aug.–3 Sept: Budapest, Hungary. To enroll, ODR at DSN 476-2563, open Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 11 a.m. – 6p.m. 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 and/or dance knowledge. Contact Joline Powell for more info and details through email.

New L.D.S. Singles Breakfast On the first Sunday of every month, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints-Single Adult Program is

hosting Singles Linger Longer breakfast. Singles and their friends are welcome to stay after church or arrive at 12:30 p.m. to mingle over refreshments. Guests are welcome to bring treats to share. Located in the Grafenwoehr Ward Building, Vilsecker Strasse 7, 92655 Grafenwoehr. This is outside of the Grafenwoehr Post gate closest to the Tower Inn, approximately a five minute walk from the gate exit. For questions or to coordinate rides from the Grafenwoehr or Vilseck area, email Britta or Sister Countryman.

EDGE! Summer Strength and Conditioning Tuesdays and Thursdays: 3:30-5 p.m. 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 Through 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 German/American 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.

2013 Army Entertainment Cast and Crew Recruitment Application due 01 Nov: Army Entertainment is seeking performers and technicians for the U.S. Army Soldier Show

and other concerts and events. Becoming a member of Army Entertainment's cast/crew provides Soldiers an opportunity to work with the entertainment industry's latest equipment and technologies, learn valuable skills, train and learn from the industry's best, all while delivering a world-class experience. Those interested in applying may obtain performer and technician requirements and application by visiting ArmyEntertainment.net Army Entertainment Recruitment Video.

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

https://www.facebook.com/groups/320520961369098/.

KINGZ MC Motorcycle club Thursdays: Join other motorcycle enthusiasts at the KINGZ MC Clubhouse from 6 – 9 p.m. 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. Don’t have a mountain bike, or worried your bike isn’t 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 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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

Grafenwoehr Thrift Shop Announcing new summer hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - 3 .pm.; Thursdays 11 p.m. - 5 p.m.; 1st and 3rd Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 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 a.m.-2 p.m. on Tues, Wed &Thurs. Call DSN 476-2649, CIV 09662-83-2649, or email for more. Volunteers and donations are always welcome!

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 8:30-9:45 p.m., on Sun, Sept. 30 from 4-5:15 p.m., and on Wed, Oct. 3 from 8:30-9:45 p.m. All three practices will be held at the Eishalle Amberg, Am Schanzl 1, 92224 Amberg. For more information see visit the facebook page at www.facebook.com/bayernrangers.

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

Motorcycle safety is everyone’s responsibility

We are in the heart of the motorcycle season here in the Bavaria Military Community and as we operate our motorcycles we need to be observant of the three types of riders in our community. The DISCIPLINED Rider is the fully trained, counseled and responsible rider that involves his or her supervisors, friends and family in the riding experience. The UNDISCIPLINED rider has not been fully trained, counseled, mentored and does not have much involvement with leaders, supervisors or mentor riders. These riders are a great risk to themselves, other riders and everyone that shares a public road with them. The INDISCIPLINED Rider has not been fully trained, counseled, mentored but has direct contact with others who counsel and advise of their lack of motorcycle training, counseling and experience and chose to operate a motorcycle anyway. These riders disregard laws, policy and procedures that often result in death or serious injury to others. It's an individual rider's responsibility to be the DISCIPLINED motorcycle operator, and a community responsibility to recognize and point out the UNDISCIPLINED and INDISCIPLINED riders so that they cannot continue to place our Solders, Families and community at risk.

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Facility & Road/Openings/Construction/Closures

SPA is reopening for business Grafenwoehr Mall Day SPA is reopened. You are welcome to come in, meet the new management and make your appointment for that nice relaxing massage.

CIF closure of activity Through 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 476-2998/2214.

RSSA one day closure 13 Aug: The Regional Supply Support Activity (RSSA), Rose Barracks Bldg. 113, will be closed for customer service on

Monday for their annual organizational day. Normal business will resume Tuesday, 14 Aug.

Directorate of Logistics (DOL), closure of activity 13 Aug: The DOL will be closed on 13 Aug for the annual works outing. This includes following sections located in Bldg

301: Office of the Director, Plans & Operations, Business Operations Branch, Logistics Automation Support Center, Supply & Services, Installation Food Program Management and Transportation Division. Normal business will resume on 14 Aug 12.

Vehicle Registration Office to Close for Lunch Starting 13 August: The Grafenwoehr vehicle registration office, Bldg. 301, will close for lunch from 11-11:30 a.m.

daily.

Adult Education / Training FAST Classes Register now for upcoming FAST Classes at the East Camp (Grafenwoehr) Education Center.

Class dates are 04-14 Sept & 17-28 Sept in Bldg 538 for Grafenwoehr and

10-21 September in Bldg. 223 for Rose Barracks. Soldiers who have redeployed since 1

January 2012 will have priority. 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. The 60-hour long courses are limited to twenty students per class. For more information please contact the East Camp (Grafenwoehr) Education Center at

DSN 475-6219/6786 or the Rose Barracks (Vilseck) Education Center at DSN 476-2653/3292. Please Note: Starting 21 Aug: The East Camp (Grafenwoehr) Education Center will be changing its regular start time for the

administration of the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE) from 12:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. The TABE measures your level of education in Reading and Math skills, and is a requirement for enrollment in FAST classes. The classes take place every Tuesday.

The University of Oklahoma Masters Program

The University of Oklahoma has open enrollment for students looking to earn a master’s degree. The University offers two master degree programs, a Master in Human Relations and a Master of Arts with an emphasis in International

Relations. Enroll by 13 Aug. for Geography 6240-222 Seminar in Resources and Environmental Geography, which

runs 11-16 Sept. And enroll by 05 Nov. for 6400-228 Seminar in American History: The American Experience in

Vietnam, running 4-9 Dec. All classes are face to face with instructors who fly in from campus in Norman, Oklahoma. For

more information email Carla Miller or call DSN 476-2069, CIV 09662-83-2069.

Warrior University Registration is Underway!

Through 17 August: Register now for the Warrior University (WU) 20 August – 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 476-2753/3292 or Graf Education Center, Bldg 538, DSN 475-6219/6786.

Central Texas College

CTC provides soldiers and their families with associate degree programs in many Vo-Tech career fields with both face-to-face classes and distance learning (online) classes. In the Grafenwoehr-Vilseck community, there are 3 face-to-face programs running continuously year-round: Automotive-Mechanic, Criminal Justice and Early Childhood Professions. Here's the current news at CTC in Graf-Vilseck for Term 1: GRAFENWOEHR CLASSES: Warrior University Criminal Justice daytime class: CJSA 1322 - Introduction to Criminal Justice. Meeting days & times: Tue/Thu, 1300-1600. Start/End dates: 21 Aug-11 Oct. Instructor: Paul Gentry. 3 credit hours. Early Childhood Profession class: CDEC 1303 - Families, School and Community. Meeting days and times: Saturdays, 0900-1700. Meeting dates: Sep 8, 15, 22, 29. Instructor: Kya Williams. 3 credit hours.

VILSECK CLASSES: Automotive Mechanic/Technician class: AUMT 2425 - Automotive Transmission and Transaxle. Meeting days & times: Wed/Thu/Fri, 1800-2200. Start/End dates: Aug 15 / Oct 5. Instructor: Brian Williams. 4 credit hours.Criminal Justice evening class: CJSA 2300 - Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement. Meeting days & times: Tue/Thu, 1830-2130. Start/End dates: 21 Aug 21-11 Oct. Instructor: Brian Pinckney. 3 credit hours. For more information, contact CTC field representative email Chuck Sligh, or call him at DSN 475-6702, CIV 09641-83-6702 in Grafenwoehr. Email or call him in Vilseck at DSN 476-2362, CIV 09662-83-2362.

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: M,W,F 08:30-12:30; T,TH 11:30-15:30* 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 www.myarmyonesource.com, www.militaryonesource.com and installation libraries. For more information email: sanderson@europe.umuc.edu or call DSN476-2462, CIV 09662-834262.

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 you’re 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 5:30-9:30pm. Get started today by visiting www.phoenix.edu/militaryeurope 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; 1:030 – 11:30 a.m. (LN Personnel); 1:30-4 p.m. (U.S. Personnel) 6 Sept: Rose Barracks, Post Theater, Bldg. 354; 9-11:30 a.m. (U.S. Personnel); 1:30-2:30 p.m. (LN Personnel) This training is a mandatory annual requirement for all DoD personnel including Military, AF/NAF (both US and LN); U.S. 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 a.m. (employees) 2nd Session: 1-3 p.m. (supervisors).

School News

Please register now for USAG Grafenwoehr Fall 2012 school year Registration currently open: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please register now as staffing is based on enrollment – 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 child/ren 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.

School’s out for summer! First day of school isn’t until 27 Aug. Until then … enjoy the summer!

Discover the ABCs of child development Discover the ABCs of child development at the Bavaria Parent University Workshop from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Netzaberg Middle School and from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Vilseck High School Aug. 14 through 16. The first day focuses on brain development and logic, the second day centers on behavior – from ADHD to risky patterns in teens – and the third day highlights strategies to support your child's academic success. Please RSVP by Aug. 10. Limited slots are available for FREE childcare with CYSS. For more information, call 09662-83-2100 or email tiffany.lansdell@amedd.army.mil or alan.scheuermann@amedd.army.mil

Was ist Los?

Get involved in the local scene *** Does not indicate endorsement by the U.S. Government

Flea markets Every Sat., 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., 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 a.m. - 3 p.m: in 90443 Nuremburg, Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße.

Every third Sat. of the month: 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. in 92224 Amberg, Kaufland-Parkplatz, An den Franzosenaeckern Every third Sun. of the month: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Trödel- & Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg), at the

"Globus" DITY store, Pommernstraße 4.

Useful links in English for everyday life in Germany

Find German zip codes: German Post's website Find German phone numbers: Das Telefonbuch English Historic Germany: http://www.hhog.de/ Loads of information about Germany, language and customs: http://german.about.com/

Marktplatzfest in Hirschau

11-12 Aug: Open air music fest in Hirschau with the usual German delicacies: Bratwuerstl,

Steak, Bier ... Starts 5 p.m. on Saturday with fireworks at 11 p.m. The festivities pick up again on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

48th Annual Ramstein Welfare Bazaar

13-16 Sept: Get your holiday shopping done early at the 48th Annual Ramstein Welfare Bazaar. The Ramstein Welfare

Bazaar is the largest military bazaar in the world. Visit the website and like them on Facebook. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. daily.

Andy Warhol Exhibit - The Art of Pop

Through 26 Sept: in 92224 Amberg, in the Amberg Congress Center (ACC) at Schießstätteweg 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 Monroe's 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 Kurfürstenbad (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 /

12.5 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 a.m. - midday and 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Sat.: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Admission is 1.50 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 a.m. - midday and 2 - 4:30 p.m.

Hispanic / Latin Nights Every Saturday: 7 p.m. - 3 a.m., in 92655 Grafenwöhr, Afterlife Lounge & Cocktail Bar, Alte Amberger Straße 21, CIV

0170-213-9835. Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Reggaeton, Samba - y mucho mas! You don't 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!

Concerts/Music festivals Tucher Blues & Jazz Festival 06 - 12 Aug: in 96047 Bamberg, with one stage on Maximiliansplatz, the other at the Gabelmann / Neptunsbrunnen

(fountain), Keßlerstraße 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: 7:30 p.m., in 80809 München / Munich, at the Olympiahalle, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 / Eingang Ost (east entrance). The only car park is located at the Olympiapark: 80809 München, Olympiapark Parkharfe, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100. public transport system. Tickets.

Toto on tour 5-19 Aug: Tour overview. Sun., 05 Aug., 7 p.m., in 73525 Schwäbisch Gmünd, in the Universitätspark, Buchstraße / corner Bismarckstraße (ca. 103 km / 64 miles SW of Ansbach). Tickets. Sat., 18 Aug., 7 p.m., in 96450 Coburg, on Schlossplatz (ca. 55 km / 35 miles north of Bamberg). Tickets. A large car park is located along Schützenstraße, the city center is only around 300 yards to the north.

Tucher Blues & Jazz Festival 6 - 12 Aug: in 96047 Bamberg, with one stage on Maximiliansplatz, the other at the Gabelmann / Neptunsbrunnen (fountain), Keßlerstraße 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 p.m., 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 p.m., in 86159 Augsburg, at the Schwabenhalle, Am Messezentrum 5 (ca. 80 km / 50 miles NW of Munich). Tickets. Fri., 30 Nov., 8 p.m., in 80809 München / Munich, at the Olympiahalle, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 / Eingang Ost (east entrance). Tickets. The only car park is located at the Olympiapark: 80809 München, Olympiapark Parkharfe, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100. It is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system. Sat., 01 Dec., 8 p.m., in 70327 Stuttgart, at the Porsche-Arena (aka Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle), Mercedesstraße 69. Tickets.

M'era Luna Festival

11-12 Aug: in 31137 Hildesheim, Am Flugplatz (airfield) / Dornierstraße 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 p.m., in 80333 München, in the Brunnenhof (courtyard) of the Residenz (palace), Residenzstraße 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 p.m in 80333 München, in the Brunnenhof (courtyard) of the Residenz (palace) on Residenzstraße 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: 5:30 p.m., 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. He's also on Facebook.

Burgfolk Festival 17-18 Aug: in 45479 Mülheim an der Ruhr, at the "Schloss Broich" castle, Am Schloss Broich 38 (ca. 65 km / 40 miles north of Köln / 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 Lüdinghausen, 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 Children's Symphony Orchestra 19 Aug: 8 p.m., in 90408 Nürnberg, at the St. Martinskirche (church), Grolandstraße 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, Bartòk, 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: 8:30 p.m., in 81671 München / Munich, at the Tonhalle, Grafinger Straße 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 p.m.: in 83236 Übersee (at the Chiemsee), Festival-Gelände (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 –it has little or no melody in the traditional sense. It's 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 performer’s 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 p.m., in 50933 Köln = 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 city's 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 p.m., in 80809 München / Munich, at the Olympiahalle, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 / Eingang Ost (east entrance). Tickets. The only car park is located at the Olympiapark: 80809 München, Olympiapark Parkharfe, Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100. It is highly recommended you use the excellent public transport system. Fri., 14 Sept., 7 p.m., in 04105 Leipzig, at the Zentralstadion (aka Red Bull Arena), Am Sportforum 3. Tickets. Sat., 22 Sept., 7 p.m., in 30169 Hannover, at the AWD Arena, Arthur-Menge-Ufer 5, ph 0800 520-2010. Tickets.

Fresh Produce/ Farmers’ 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 a.m.-12:30 p.m., on Marktplatz in front of the historic city hall. In 91522 Ansbach: every Wednesday and Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 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 a.m.-6 p.m., on Maxplatz. Closed on Sundays and German holidays. In Neumarkt: every Thursday and Saturday, in Untere Marktstraße. Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m. In Parsberg: every Wednesday and Friday on Stadtplatz. Wednesday 7 a.m.-midday, Friday 2-6 p.m. In Regensburg: every Saturday 7 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Donaumarkt (right next to the Eiserne Brücke / Iron Bridge). Closest car park is Unterer Wöhrd (and a short walk across Eiserne Brücke), or Dultplatz and Oberer Wöhrd (walk across the Steinerne Brücke / Stone Bridge and turn left). In 92637 Weiden: every Wednesday and Saturday 7 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Oberer and Unterer Markt / all around the Altes Rathaus (historic city hall, pedestrian zone). In 97070 Würzburg: Monday thru Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., on Rathausplatz. Closed on Sundays and German holidays.

Guided Tours 1 p.m. daily: Walking Tours of Nürnberg 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 ½ 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 p.m. 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 p.m. 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 p.m., and also in English, starting at 7 p.m. If you click in the link and scroll down, you can watch a 5-minute promo clip for the executioner's tour (in English but with a lovely Franconian accent). The clip shows some interesting hidden places that you normally don't get to see. Every Wed. and Sat: 1:30 p.m.: 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: 1.5 hours. Meeting point: Tourist-Information - Altes Rathaus, Rathausplatz, 93047 Regensburg, ph. 0941-507-4410. Closest free car parks are "Dultplatz" (Am Protzenweiher/ Oberpfalzbrücke); adjacent "Protzenweiher" (opposite Protzenweiher 27); neighbouring "Wöhrdstraße" (at Wöhrdstraße 18); and adjacent "Unterer Wöhrd" (Wöhrdstraße 60/62). There is also the "Donaumarkt" parking lot (Donaumarkt 1) which is "a walk across the bridge" closer than the "Wöhrdstraße" car park, but it's not free-of-charge, and it's blocked on Saturday mornings for the Regensburg produce market. From any of these car parks it's only a very short walk across one of the bridges, and you're there. BTW, did you

know you can get a map of Regensburg's 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 p.m. 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 Nürnberg and enjoy its most beautiful sights! Meeting Point is the fountain "Schöner Brunnen", Am Hauptmarkt, 90403 Nürnberg (in the pedestrian zone). Fees are 9 Euros pp. Every Saturday: 1 p.m. Guided Tour of 97070 Würzburg 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. Mary's 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 Mainbrücke, you can enjoy fantastic views of the fortress Marienberg, the pilgrimage church Käppele and the famous vineyards. Tour lasts around 1.5 hrs, tickets cost 6 Euros per adult. Between 7 May and 29 October, additional English tours are held every Friday at 1 p.m. Every Saturday: 2 p.m. Guided Tour in English of Albrecht Dürer's House in Nürnberg’s historical city center, Albrecht-Dürer-Straße 39 (in the pedestrian zone). Admission is 5 Euros (normal), 2.50. Euros (reduced) Famous painter Albrecht Dürer lived in Nürnberg (1471 – 1528) – you might know him best for his “Praying Hands” –, and his original residence in Nürnberg’s 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 Dürer's wife Agnes. Every Saturday: 3 p.m. Guided Tour in English of the Church of St. Jacob's 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; 0.50 Euros for students, pupils; groups from 10 person: 1.50 Euros. No reservation necessary! Duration: ca. 45 minutes. Meeting Point: front row inside the church. Every Saturday: 8 p.m. 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 p.m.

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 p.m.

Bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center.

Every Wednesday 7 p.m.

Stammtisch at the Clubhouse.