SCHWEINFURT, Germany -- The garrison in Schweinfurt continues to focus efforts on the community even as the post draws down in preparation for closure by the fall of 2014.
"Just because we're closing doesn't mean we're dying," said Lt. Col. Michael Runey, garrison commander, at a Feb. 19 town hall meeting at the Conn Club. "Our focus continues to be on strengthening a sense of community, and that includes continuing to host community events, though they may change slightly in scope and scale."
The Sensational Spring Events campaign, which kicked off March 2 with the World Fitness Contest, includes a full list of events and activities geared toward all audiences of the community. A summer campaign will be launched at the next town hall scheduled for May 14.
The events are aimed at bringing people together in ways they can build each other up and strengthen a sense of belonging, said Dave Luellwitz, USAG Schweinfurt FMWR community recreation division chief.
"We're hosting one large, signature event every month between now and September," said Luellwitz. "As long as people keep coming out and having a great time, we'll keep planning and hosting activities."
The garrison plans to repeat popular past events, including a community-wide Easter Egg Hunt, April's Kinderfest, the Community Celebration in May, and the Fourth of July Celebration, as well as introduce new activities to the calendar.
Events may look different than they have in the past. But that's not damping spirits here. Garrison officials encourage community members to volunteer and are asking Family Readiness Groups to continue fundraising efforts at events.
"We're still going to have a really great time," said Luellwitz. "We have a full calendar planned."
Monthly Signature Events
• March: Community Easter Egg Hunt
• April: Kinderfest
• May: Community Celebration
• June: Schweinfurt High School graduation
• July: Fourth of July
• August: Splash Bash
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