**For the full list of Exchange (PX) holiday hours, please scroll to the bottom of the Newsletter.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more.
The BASOPS Maintenance Division POV Inspection Station located at Tower Barracks, Bldg. 301, will change its hours of operation for January. The new hours, just for January, are: 6 a.m. to noon and 12:45-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. The last customer will be seen at 11:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. Closed on U.S. and German holidays.
PLEASE NOTE: Major changes have been made and additional restrictions added to standards for off-post uniform wear. Please make note of each change and restriction.
• Wearing military uniforms off post is authorized only when traveling from home to the installation, or from traveling between installations within a garrison (i.e. from Tower Barracks to Hohenfels.)
• This uniformed travel is authorized ONLY when traveling in an enclosed private, government or rental vehicle.
• Traveling in uniform by motorcycle/scooter, bicycle or foot is prohibited. Traveling via public transportation, even taxis, is also prohibited.
• It is prohibited to wear a uniform while escorting children to/from or waiting at an off-post DoDDS bus stop.
• Even when not in uniform, DoD personnel are restricted from carrying backpacks or other items that convey DoD affiliation while traveling on motorcycle/scooter, bicycle or foot.
• While in off-post hotels, uniforms may be worn while departing or arriving in an enclosed vehicle. Uniforms cannot be worn in common areas of the hotels, i.e. breakfast/dining rooms, bars and gyms.
• Physical fitness uniforms cannot be worn off post.
USAG Bavaria Religious Services for the Holidays
GRAFENWOEHR & VILSECK COMMUNITIES:
31 Dec/10:30 p.m.: Tower Barracks Chapel, Gospel (Protestant), Watch Night Service
1 Jan/10 a.m.: Rose Barracks Chapel, Catholic, Mary, Mother of God Mass
DPW Holiday SORT info
Rose Barracks family housing waste pickup schedule:
30 Dec: Refuse
7 Jan: Plastic
8 Jan: Paper (back to normal routine)
Christmas Tree Roundup:
29 Dec/7 Jan: Curbside collections is housing areas on post. Please put trees out before 8 a.m.
For trees from admin/common areas and barracks: Please bring to Green Waste Collection point across from the DPW Self-Help Store. Housing residents are also allowed to bring their trees free of charge, including U.S. servicemembers and civilians living off post.
Rose Barracks Recycle Center schedule:
30 Dec: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan: Closed
3 Jan: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
6 Jan: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (back to regular schedule)
Regular hours:
Tues/Thurs: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m.
Tower Barracks (Grafenwoehr) Recycling Center Holiday Schedule:
29 Dec: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
30 Dec: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
31 Dec: CLOSED
1 Jan: CLOSED
2 Jan: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
5 Jan: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
6 Jan: CLOSED
German home load deemed illegal
Due to a decision by the German Supreme Court, a fee that banks often imposed on people requesting a home loan has been deemed illegal. While this does not apply to all bank fees for loans, it will apply in many cases. Anyone who applied for such a loan is encouraged to bring their contract to the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate office for review and advice as quickly as possible.
Bldg. 244 bus stop relocation
Starting 15 Dec: The bus stop in front of Bldg. 244 (Soldier for Life building) will relocate 100 meters to the west side of the building. This change is necessary to prevent pedestrian-related accidents.
Army in Europe to change emergency dialing numbers in 2015 Starting 1 Jan: The U.S. Army in Europe plans to change the on-post emergency dialing number on all USAREUR installations to 112 starting 1 Jan. Installations are switching to a single number to better align with standard emergency numbers throughout the European Union and U.S. Air Force installations in Europe. Read more about this change at http://www.army.mil/article/138934/.
Industrial paper shredder out of order
The industrial paper shredder located at the Centralized Recycling Center across Range 118 in Tower Barracks is out of order. Ordered parts will be delivered and installed in calendar week 4 next year. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Holiday and new operation houses at Rose and Tower Barracks Postal Service Centers
24 Dec: The Rose and Tower Barracks Postal Service Centers (PSCs) will offer Operation Santa Claus with Parcel Pick Up (receiving parcels) only from 0900-1800. There are no Postal Finance Services (sending mail) being offered.
25 & 26 Dec: Facilities will be closed due to Federal Holidays.
29 Dec: The Rose and Tower Barracks Postal Service Centers (PSCs) will change to new regular operating hours of:
Mon - Wed and Fri : Postal Finance (sending mail): 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Parcel Pick Up (receiving parcels): 10 a.m.- 5:45 p.m.
Thurs: Postal Finance (sending mail): 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Parcel Pick Up (receiving parcels): 11:30 a.m.- 5:45 p.m.
Change in hours will add 6 additional hours per week to the old regular hours (those in place before the holiday season) and continue to allow for weekly training sessions on Thursdays.
31 Dec: Parcel Pick-Up only 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. No Postal Finance Service (sending mail) will be available.
1 Jan: Facilities will be closed due to Federal Holiday.
Rose Barracks Family Housing holiday waste pick up schedule Family Housing:
30 Dec: Refuse; 7 Jan: Plastic; 8 Jan: Paper (and back to routine.)
Rose Barracks Christmas tree disposal
29 Dec & 7 Jan: DPW will collect trees curbside from on-post housing areas.
Off-post housing: Trees can be brought to the local community Recycling Yards ("Wertstoffhof") during routine opening hours free of charge. This applies to all local communities within the Amberg-Sulzbach County. Please remove all decorations beforehand. For more info call DSN 475-6664, 476-2600, CIV 09641-83-6664, CIV 09662-83-2600.
Tower Barracks and off-post Grafenwoehr tree disposal
Off-post Grafenwoehr & Eschenbach: 10 Jan. Place your tree curbside NLT 8 a.m. marked with a disposal ticket. You can get your disposal ticket at City of Grafenwoehr banks for 1.50 euro and City of Eschenbach banks for 2 euro (you must get your ticket in the city you live in.) Please remove all decorations.
On-post Tower Barracks: 29 Dec & 7 Jan. Place the tree at your nearest recycling point NLT 7:30 a.m. Please remove all decorations.
Do you own a Harley? If so, please be aware: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a recall notice for certain 2015-2015 Harley-Davidson FLS Softail motorcycles because of a potential defect with the lamp-outage detection indicator for the front turn signals. The bikes produced from march 25, 2013, to Oct, 2, 2014, are subject to recall. Harley-Davidson will notify owners and fix the body control module software free of charge. Owners may contact the stateside customer service office at 1-800-258-2464. The recall number for Harley-Davidson is 0618.
57th German-American Volksfest initial planning meeting
10 Jan: U.S. military units, Family Readiness Groups and registered U.S. private organizations interested in supporting the 57th German-American Volksfest should attend the initial planning meetingSaturday, 10 Jan at 2 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center on Tower Barracks. Contact USAG Bavaria Family and MWR Special Events at usarmy.grafenwoehr.imcom-fmwrc.list.special-events@mail.mil for details.
Traveling outside of Germany
Planning on traveling outside of Germany for the holidays? Don't forget to check with your unit security office/S2 prior to leaving. And bring your passport.
Tower Barracks DFAC December meal schedule The December meal schedule for the Ever Vigilant Café (aka TB DFAC) can be found here http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/DFACTB.pdf
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
This time of year, with all the holiday parties and festive occasions, many partygoers will be drinking. If you're celebrating with alcohol this holiday season, The Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) has a message for you: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Due to the increase in drunk-driving-related fatalities around the holidays each year, law enforcement agencies across USAG Bavaria will be out in force 12 Dec-1 Jan actively searching for drunk drivers. If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving. Plan ahead; designate a sober driver before the party begins. If you have been drinking, do not drive. Call a taxi, phone a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or call your unit CQ or Staff Duty.
Collecting for Critters
Animal shelters in and around the Oberpfalz, as well as in Eastern Europe are in desperate need of old blankets, towels, small rugs, and food, food, food. They also take expired first aid kits. If you want to donate your used items please contact me at Livingston.23@t-online.de.
High-visibility vests now required inside vehicles A new regulation now makes it mandatory to have a high-visibility vest inside vehicles in Germany. The vest can be red, yellow or orange, but must comply with German or European standards. Drivers found without a vest in their vehicles may be fined. The vest must be inside the passenger compartment of the vehicle and not in the trunk. Only one vest per car is required, but one vest for each person is not discouraged. Fines can be as high as 1,300 euros.
Suicide and Sexual Assault Hotlines
Call the suicide prevention hotline number at DSN 118, CIV 09641-83-118. Visit our website for more on suicide prevention. Suicide prevention, sexual assault or just a friendly ear… you're 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 DSN 475-4567, CIV 09641-83-4567 or DSN 476-3218, CIV 09662-83-3218 and Emergency Services DSN 117, CIV 09641-83-117.
For the latest information and videos, please check out http://www.armyg1.army.mil/hr/suicide/media2.asp.
Recycling, trash pick-up schedules and bulk trash pick-up For information on recycling, bulk trash pick-up and regular trash pick-up, head the garrison recycling page at http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/usag_dpw/o&m/util_sort.asp.
Soldier for Life
Separating from the service? Did you know that the Soldier for Life: Transition Assistance Program, formerly known as Army Career and Alumni Program, is still a key resource in place to help with the transition to civilian life? Transition, higher education and accredited financial counselors are standing by ready to assist Soldiers, as early as 18 months before exiting the military.
VOLUNTEERS AND OTHER HELP NEEDED
Are you interested in becoming an American Red Cross volunteer?
We are currently looking for dedicated individuals with a desire to volunteer. Current Volunteer positions include: office assistants, special events and briefing volunteers. Call CIV 09641-83-1760 for Tower Barracks, CIV 09662-83-1760 in Rose Barracks. Duty hours for all Red Cross locations: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Reconnection Workshops
The American Red Cross is offering Reconnection Workshops to support and ease transitions associated with Army life along with training and deployments. These are confidential small-group modules, led by licensed mental health professionals. The workshops focus on building skills that enhance the likelihood of positive reconnections among family members, as well as the successful reengagement of the service member in civilian life, by increasing interactions and developing additional sources of support. Please contact the American Red Cross Station Chief at DSN 475-1760, CIV 09641-83-1760 for dates and times.
SPORTS, FITNESS, RECREATION AND WELLNESS
Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation FMWR hosts a variety of ongoing weekly events, trips, recreational activities and events. To see FMWR's upcoming activities, check out their website, Facebook page or Bi-Weekly Newsletter.
FMWR Website: http://www.grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/
FMWR Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/USAGBavaria?ref=hl#!/BavariaMWR?fref=ts
FMWR Bi-Weekly Newsletter: http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/family-and-mwr-newsletter/?eID=59875
FMWR holiday hours
Please see the link below for complete listing of Family and MWR holiday hours:
http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/holiday-hours/?eID=58708
Army Wellness Center
Want to get fit or lose weight? Have you hit a roadblock or just getting started? There are a multitude of resources available at the Army Wellness Center. They offer metabolic testing by appointment to determine caloric intake; basic nutrition classes; and on-going assistance to achieve weight management. You can also attend classes on basic nutrition, sleep hygiene, weight management or make an appointment for a fitness assessment. This is open to all ID Card Holders; call DSN 476-4795, CIV 09662-83-4795 for an appointment. http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/wellnesscenter.asp.
Wellness Apps
To check out the apps flyer, go to http://issuu.com/bavariamilitarycommunity/docs/app_flyer/0
Note: Publicizing these resiliency apps does not constitute endorsement by USAG Bavaria or the US Army and should not be interpreted as such.
Thrifty Tower Thrift Shop
The Thrifty Tower Thrift Shop is located in Bldg. 508 (corner of Saratoga Ave & Merrel St, next to the Behavioral Health Clinic) in Tower Barracks. Consignments accepted during opening hours: Tue & Wed, 10 a.m-3 p.m. Thu, 11a.m.-5p.m. and the 1st Friday of the month, 10 a.m-3p.m. Find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thriftytower or call CIV 09641-92-60377. Volunteers and donations are always welcome. Donations go back to help our community.
Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop
Hidden Treasures Thrift Shop: Bring your gently used items to Bldg 221 on Rose Barracks. Find them on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/vilseckthriftshop.
FACILITY AND ROAD OPENINGS/CONSTRUCTION/CLOSURES
All commissaries will be closed on the 25/26 Dec.
JAG Legal Assistance Office holiday hours These will be the front desk modified holiday hours and closures for Tower and Rose Barracks:
Now-31 Dec: 9-11 a.m., 1-4 p.m.
1 Jan: Closed
The Rose Barracks office will only be open 9 a.m.-noon, 19 Dec, and closed on 2 Jan. Regular hours will resume 2 Jan. for Tower Barracks and 3 Jan. for Rose Barracks.
DPW holiday hours
Rose and Tower Barracks facilities will be closed 24-26, 31 Dec and 1 Jan. Self Help in Rose and Tower Barracks will be open on 27 Dec and all facilities will be open 29-30 Dec.
Limited bus services and no-run days
31 Dec and 1 Jan: No bus services between Tower Barracks and Rose Barracks or to off-post housing areas.
Rose Barracks Recycling Center holiday schedule 27, 30 Dec & 3, 6 Jan: Open. Hours are Tue & Thu, 11 a.m. -- 4 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. -- 3 p.m., Sun closed.
25 Dec & 1 Jan: Closed
Military Health Clinics closed on Training Holidays Military health clinics will be closed for patient care on all training holidays. This includes clinics in Vilseck, Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels. If you are in need of medical advice or care on training holidays, federal holidays or weekends, you are encouraged to call the Nurse Advice Line at 00800-4759-2330. This toll-free line is available 24/7 to answer your health-related questions and direct you to the appropriate level of care. In case of emergency, please go to your nearest host nation hospital.
Community Bank holiday closures/limited services Community Banks in Germany have the following hours of operation during the upcoming holiday season:
31 Dec: Open 9 a.m.-noon
1 Jan: Closed
6 Jan: Closed
Vehicle Processing Center holiday hours
The VPC will close at 1 p.m. on 24 Dec. It will reopen for business on 29 Dec. They will close at 3 p.m. on 31 Dec and will reopen for business on 5 Jan.
DRM early and holiday closures
1-2 Jan: DRM will be closed for the holidays on these dates. In an emergency, please call 0173-5197682. During the rest of the holiday season, DRM will have reduced services. Call DSN 475-1410, CIV 09641-83-1410 for assistance.
Education Centers holiday closures
25 Dec-4 Jan: Hohenfels, Garmisch and Tower Barracks Education Centers will be closed. The Rose Barracks center will be closed 25-26 Dec & 1-2 Jan, but OPEN 29-31 Dec with minimal services like counseling/admin/computer lab services which will include out-processing for Soldiers. All facilities will open with normal hours 5 Jan.
Drivers Training and Testing Station in Tower Barracks Bldg. 301 The Drivers Training and Testing Station has relocated from Tower Barracks Bldg. 244 to Bldg. 301, 3rd floor, Rm. 200B. This is the same building as the vehicle registration office is located. We appreciate your understanding as we seek to ensure better customer service to our customers. POC is Gerald Ross at DSN 475-6343, CIV 09641-83-6343.
RELIGIOUS
For a list of church services and classes, please head to the Religious Services Organization webpage at http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/sites/support/religious.asp.
For holiday church services, head to http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/USAGBavariaHolidayServices2014.pdf
Chaplain Crisis Line
Chaplain Crisis Line: CIV 0162-296-0838.
After duty hours call: MP station, CIV 09662-83-2490 or 09662-83-3397, DSN 476-2490 or 476-3397.
USAG Bavaria IOC, CIV 09641-83-7226, DSN 475-7226.
During business hours: Tower Barracks Chapel: DSN 475-1570, CIV 09641-83-1570. Rose Barracks Chapel: DSN 476-1570, CIV 09662-83-1570.
ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Contact Army Education Centers
Rose Barracks, DSN 476-2753, CIV 09662-83-2753. Tower Barracks, DSN 475-7239 CIV 09641-83-7239. Email for info at usarmy.bavaria.imcom-europe.mbx.aces@mail.mil.
College Field Reps are at Tower Barracks Every Wednesday Do you need to speak with a college field representative (CTC, UMUC, OU, and ERAC) but do not have time to drive to Rose Barracks? Visit the Education Center every Wednesday at Tower Barracks in Bldg. 538, Room 3, from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call DSN 475-7239, CIV 0964-83-7239 for more. An Education Counselor is available for general information from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
University of Maryland University College-Europe UMUC Europe offers Associates, Bachelor's and Master's degrees in a convenient face-to-face, hybrid and online format. Take advantage of many financial aid opportunities including FAFSA, tuition assistance, MyCAA, and scholarships. The UMUC office is at the Rose Barracks Education Center, Bldg. 223.
University of Oklahoma - Vilseck
Please check the website for latest degree programs offered. Visit us on Facebook at University of Oklahoma in Vilseck www.facebook.com/ouvilseck. You can also visit the garrison universities website. The University of Oklahoma in Vilseck offers degree programs to military service members, civilians, and family members in an accelerated format that meets the demands of the working adult. They offers both Master of Arts with an emphasis in International Relations, a Master of Human Relations, and a Masters of Education. Contact Carla Miller at apvilseck@ou.edu, DSN 476-2069 or CIV 09662-83-2069.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
The Embry-Riddle offices will be closed for the holidays from 25 Dec-5 Jan. If you are interested in taking January classes, it is best to register before the holiday break. You can sign up for either online, virtual, or face-to-face weekend courses in Katterbach from 12 Jan-15 March. For more, call the Hohenfels office at CIV 09472-83-4139/DSN 466-4139 or email Hohenfels@erau.edu.
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. For more information, contact CTC field representative Chuck Sligh at vilseck@europe.ctcd.edu, DSN 476-2362, CIV 09662-83-2362, Bldg 223, Rose Barracks Mon, Tue and Thu and at the Tower Barracks Multi Learning Facility, Bldg. 538 Wednesdays.
SCHOOL NEWS
Grafenwoehr Elementary School
PCSing soon? Please contact our registrar for the last day notice paperwork. DSN 475-6132, CIV 09641-83-6132. If you wish to hand carry records to your child's new school we will need 5 working days notice along with the last day notice.
School Office Hours: Mon- Fri 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
School Hours: Mon- Fri 8:15 a.m.-2:35 p.m.
Phone Numbers: DSN 475-7133, CIV 09641-83-7133
Vilseck Elementary School
22-31 Dec: NO SCHOOL Christmas Break.
1-4 Jan: NO SCHOOL Christmas Break
14 Jan: Kindergarten Book Swap. 8:45-10 a.m.
15 Jan: Lions' Den in the annex, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
19 Jan: No School for Students- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
22 Jan: End of 2nd Quarter or first semester.
23 Jan: No School, Teacher Work Day
26 Jan: Quarter 3 begins.
12 Feb: Lockdown Drill 1:15 p.m.
13 Feb: NO SCHOOL, Parent Teacher Conference
16 Feb: NO SCHOOL, Presidents' Day
19 Feb: Award Ceremonies
School Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
School Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:25 a.m.- 2:35 p.m.
Phone Numbers: CIV 09662-83-2812/2673, DSN 476-2812/2973
Netzaberg Elementary School
20 Dec-4 Jan: NO SCHOOL. Winter break.
8 Jan: 6th Annual Geography Bee. 4th- 5th grades. 8:15 a.m. in the MPR.
19 Jan: NO SCHOOL. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
22 Jan: End of 2nd quarter
23 Jan: NO SCHOOL. Teacher Work Day.
26 Jan: Beginning of 3rd quarter.
Dragon's Den Breakfast: The 2nd Friday of every month we will have a Dragon's Den Breakfast for parents in the MPR at 8 a.m. We will focus on a different topic each meeting, but the overall focus is on what parents can do at home to help bridge the gap between school/home and really work together in a partnership.
Sure Start: A preschool program for at risk military families, we provide education, health, nutrition, and social services. Children who are age four by Sept 1 are selected using specific criteria. Call the school office for details.
Attendance: If your student is going to be late or absent, please email us at our new email address: NetzabergES.attendan@eu.dodea.edu OR call 09645-917-9184/9183, DSN 472-9184/9183 by 8:30 a.m.
Bus Office: If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student, please contact Mr. Jimmy Avery or Mr. James Moss at the SBO office; CIV 09645-917-9254 DSN 472-9254.
Child Find: Do you have questions about your child's development (ages 3-5 years)? For further information on Child Find developmental screenings at Netzaberg Elementary School, please call CIV 09645-917-9185 or DSN 472-9185.
School Office Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
School Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Phone Numbers: CIV 09645-917-9185/4 DSN 472-9184
Netzaberg Middle School: Home of the Knights
20 Dec - 4 Jan: Winter Break, No School
5 Jan: Return to school
5 Jan: Student Activity Fund meeting, 2:50 p.m. at the Information Center
15 Jan: Knight of the Arts, 5:30 p.m.
19 Jan: No School, Federal Holiday
22 Jan: Last day of 2nd quarter/1st semester
23 Jan: No School for students, Teacher Work Day
26 Jan: First day of 3rd quarter/2nd semester
Holiday main office and bus office hours:
22-24 Dec: 9 a.m. -- 3 p.m.
25-26 Dec: Closed
29-31 Dec: 9 a.m. -- 3 p.m.
1 Jan: Closed
2 Jan: 9 a.m. -- 3 p.m.
Student Absent? Please e-mail NetzabergMS.Attendan@eu.dodea.edu or call Ms. Lakisha Wilson, our Attendance Clerk, to notify us if your student is going to be absent from school. ** If a student is late, a parent/guardian must come to the office to sign them in. CIV 09645-917-9229, DSN 472-9229, Option 1.
Registration or PCSing soon? Please contact Mrs. Zenaida Ferdinand-Bessant, Zenaida.ferdinand-be@eu.dodea.edu our Registrar, so she can assist you with your transition. 09645-917-9229 DSN 472- 9229, Option 3.
Bus Office: If you have questions regarding bus transportation for your student, please contact Jimmy Avery at averyj@eu.dodea.edu or James Moss at james.moss@eu.dodea.edu at the Student Bus Office, CIV 09645-917-9229, DSN 472 9229, Option 5.
School Office Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Phone Numbers: CIV 09645-917-9229 DSN 472-9229
Vilseck High School
22 Dec- 4 Jan: Winter Break
5 Jan: School Resumes
7-11 Jan: MUN Prague
11-16 Jan: Jazz Seminar
19 Jan: No School, Martine Luther King Day
22 Jan: End of 2nd Quarter
23 Jan: No School for students
24 Jan: SAT testing
26 Jan: Third quarter begins
27-30 Jan: FEA Conference
SY2014/15 Accelerated withdrawal due to PCS moves. The earliest date that a student may withdraw from school and still receive full credit for the current semester is 11 Dec for 1st Semester and May 14, for 2nd Semester. DoDEA policy states the school must be notified at least 20 days prior to the withdrawal date. For more information on the requirements please contact the Vilseck High School administrative office at 09662-83-2864.
For detailed sports schedules, go to http://www.vils-hs.eu.dodea.edu.
If you are not able to attend Parent/Teacher conference and would like to meet with a teacher, please email your student's Guidance Counselor or call the office at DSN 476-2864 or 09662-83-2864. Let them know which of the teachers you would like to meet with and they will schedule a conference. This is a list of our counselors and who you will contact. If your students last name begins with:
A-G: Ms. Leveque
H- Q: Mr. Landreth
R-Z: Mr. Conrad
School Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Phone Numbers: CIV 09662-83-2864, DSN 476-2864, Fax 09662-83-2480
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Off-post movies in English
Want to see a movie that's not playing on post? Two movie theaters in Nuremberg play films in OV (original version), which for American movies, means in English. Check out the Roxy, a small theater with only two screens, or Cinecitta, a larger theater with some films playing in OV.
Useful links in English for everyday life in Germany Find German zip codes: German Post's website Historic Germany: http://www.hhog.de/ Loads of information about Germany, language and customs: http://german.about.com/.
Feuerzangenbowle (Flaming wine punch bowl)
Christmas markets may be over, but some of the larger cities still have the Feuerzangenbowle, or giant bowl of flaming wine punch. Be careful while enjoy the punch. It's a mixture between wine, sugar and rum. Munich: In the inner courtyard of the Isartor Gate, Tal 43. Regular hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. NYE hours: 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Nuremberg: At the Fleischbrucke bridge. Regular hours: 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. 25&26 Dec: 4 -- 9 p.m. NYE: 4 p.m.-3 a.m.
"Snow White" family musical
28 Dec: This is a modern, colorful take on the famous fairy tale, geared towards children. The show is at 3 p.m., in 92224 Amberg, in the Amberg Congress Center (ACC) at Schießstätteweg 8, ph 09621-49-000. Tickets cost between € 13 and € 20 and can be bought online (in English) or at the counter. Buy tickets online here: http://www.ticketonline.de/tickets.html?affiliate=2TO64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5kuid=45533164dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5jumpIn=yTix64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5action=tickets64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5doc=artistPages/tickets64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5from=erdetaila64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5fun=artist64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5key=896253$390197464dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5language=en
29 Dec: The musical will be playing in Bayreuth at the Stadthalle, Ludwigstraße 31. Tickets can be bought online here http://www.ticketonline.de/schneewittchen-das-musical-bayreuth-tickets.html?affiliate=2TO64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5doc=artistPages/tickets64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5fun=artist64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5action=tickets64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5key=896253390200764dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5jumpIn=yTix64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5kuid=45533164dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5from=erdetaila64dc335d291f3793ab261308fd6cf1bf865d1a71972aba2c33fdc6ab6f4bc72da9806257c095e799d6ce5d182b6f52cf43bf5490da7867eecc4b7c2b83dd19a5language=en or at the counter.
Torchlight guided tour in Vilseck
30 Dec: As another year comes to an end, Vilseck's famous night watchman "Tschung" (Josef Eierer) embarks on his traditional walk around the town, delivering his witty remarks with even more vigour. The tour is held in German. No prior registration required, just pay Tschung in cash before departure. 5 - 6 p.m., in 92249 Vilseck. Meet on Marktplatz. Fees are € 2.
Lantern Walk in Pottenstein
31 Dec: Enjoy a guided walk through the wintery area. There will be a small surprise for every participant at the end! No participation fees but you need to put your name(s) on a list of participants; call 09243-70841. Spectators do not need to register, of course. 2:30 p.m., in 91278 Pottenstein in front of the Rathaus = town hall (in the beautiful Fränkische Schweiz).
New Year's Eve parties
31 Dec: Nearly every city center will be rocking with parties on Silvester (NYE.) Head to the city center for music, dancing, refreshments and fireworks.
New Year's Day
1 Jan: This is a national holiday. Please expect all stores, offices and many restaurants to be closed, both on and off post.
Antiques Fair in Nuremberg
4-6 Jan: Find beautiful furniture, trinkets and art the Meistersingerhalle, Münchener Straße 21, ph 0911-231-8000. Admission is € 6 pp, children are free. Opening hours: Friday 4 - 8 p.m. Saturday 1 - 7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Warm up sledge race aka Hornschlitten
5 Jan: This is the warm-up race and party before the big shebang tomorrow. In Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Partenkirchen subdivision, on Kirchplatz at Ludwigstraße 46. Program: 4 p.m. Team registration: 4:30 p.m.: Start of the race: 5 p.m. Preliminary rounds for children and adults: 6 p.m. Final of the ten best teams: 7 p.m. Award ceremony and party.
Hornschlitten sled race
6 Jan: At 12:30 p.m., in 82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Partenkirchen subdivision, Wildenauer Straße/ access road to the Olympia Ski Stadion, then right towards "Partnachklamm". Parking is available at the Olympia Ski Stadion on Karl-und-Martin-Neuner-Platz 3. Several courageous men and women take the death-defying ride down the hill from the Partnachalm (mountain inn) all the way to the club cottage of the Hornschlitten Association (Wildenau 3). The sleds are specially built for this event. A large screen will be set up at the end-point and will show the whole race.Spectators need to be aware of the following: You must move away from the cordoned-off areas. Please ensure you're wearing appropriate winter boots and clothes - the area is not cleared! Children are not allowed on the immediate edge of the racetrack, for safety reasons. Dogs must be on a leash. Spectators must be on site by midday. At 7 p.m. begins the "Hornschlitten-Ball" at the Bayernhalle, Brauhausstraße, where the awards ceremony and party takes place.
Epiphany/ Day of the Three Kings
6 Jan: This is the last of the 12 days of Christmas, beginning on 25 Dec and ending on 6 Jan, or Epiphany. It is customary in Bavaria and Austria for children dressed as the three wise men and holding up a large star to go from door to door, carolling and singing a Three Kings' song. This starts on 1 Jan and lasts until 6 Jan. For this they receive money or sweets. The money will go to charities helping the poor.
Things to do in Garmisch. http://issuu.com/bmcgarmisch
Was ist los in Franken? http://www.army.mil/article/113592/
Christmas Markets
Christmas is just around the corner which means the Christmas Markets are even sooner around the corner. To view or download a complete listing of Christmas Markets in and around Bavaria, go to http://issuu.com/kimgillespie/docs/14afn-pao-christmasmarkets and http://issuu.com/kimgillespie/docs/xmas_markets/0.
German-American Kontakt Club
The Vilseck Kontakt Club meets every Friday at 7 p.m. for Stammtisch at the Club House, Rose Barracks Bldg. 301. Those interested in the Vilseck Club please register with Daniel Koenig or sign up with the Vilseck Kontakt Club at the website by filling out the Mitgliedsantrag (Member registration form). The Grafenwoehr Kontakt Club meets every Monday for bowling at the Grafenwoehr Bowling Center and every Wednesday for Stammtisch at the Clubhouse. For more on the Graf Club, call CIV DSN 475 7878, 09641 83 7878 or email.
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. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden, Volksfestplatz, Leuchtenberger Straße 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.
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, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m., on the Marktplatz.
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.
BAVARIAN NEWS ONLINE
Head to the Bavarian News website to get timely news and see what events are happening in the community. Here are the latest Bavarian News stories for this week:
Lone wolf. Hohenfels Middle-High School hosts a graduation ceremony for one special senior. http://www.army.mil/article/140088/
Holiday closures. Some on-post offices and facilities will be closed or have limited hours in the days surrounding Christmas and New Years. http://www.army.mil/article/140091/
Darling Dinkelsbuehl. Virtually unchanged since the 1600s, this town is a must-see for those in nearby Bavaria. http://www.army.mil/article/139647/
Teutonic traditions. Every nation celebrates the holidays differently. Learn about German Christmas culture and traditions that vary from our own. http://www.army.mil/article/138950/Traditions__customs_help_define_German_Christmas_season/
Ho ho ho. Christmas markets are here again! For a complete list of nearby markets, go to http://www.army.mil/article/138855/
P3T. Pregnant and postpartum Soldiers now have a PT group tailored specifically to their needs in USAG Bavaria. http://www.army.mil/article/139459/
Bravery at Bastogne. USAREUR leader pays tribute to Battle of the Bulge veterans and commemoration sites. http://www.army.mil/article/139993/
Things to do in Garmisch. http://issuu.com/bmcgarmisch/docs/community_newsletter20140918
Was ist los in Franken? http://www.army.mil/article/113592/
For these stories and more, visit http://www.army.mil/bavariannews.
Exchange holiday hours list
Holiday hours for Post Exchange facilities:
GRAFENWOEHR:
Grafenwoehr Main Store
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Express
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
26 Dec: 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Express Alg
Closed 24-26 Dec; 31 Dec; 1 Jan
Military Clothing Sales Store
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Express Normandy
Closed 24-26 Dec; 31 Dec; 1 Jan
Express Netzaberg
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Concessions
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Barber, Alterations, Beauty Shop, Optical, Cleaners, Day Spa:
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Burger King
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Popeye's, Charley's, Subway, Taco Bell
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Starbuck's
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Tower Theater
24/25 Dec: Open
26 Dec: Regular hours
31 Dec: Closed
1 Jan: Closed
Brunner Bakery
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
VILSECK:
Vilseck PXTRA
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Express
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
26 Dec: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Car Care Center
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Military Clothing Sales Store
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: Closed
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Concessions
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Barber, Alterations, Beauty Shop, Optical, Cleaners
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Burger King
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Popeye's
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: noon-5 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Charley's
24 Dec/Christmas Eve; Closed
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: noon-5 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
AP
24 Dec/Christmas Eve; Closed
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: Closed
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Subway
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Theater
24/25 Dec: Open
26 Dec: Regular hours
31 Dec: Closed
1 Jan: Closed
Brunner Bakery
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
HOHENFELS
Hohenfels PX
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Express WH
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
26 Dec: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Car Care Center
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Express ALB
Closed 24-26 Dec; 31 Dec; 1 Jan
Concessions
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Barber, Alterations, Beauty Shop, Optical, Cleaners
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: Closed
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Burger King
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
AP
24 Dec/Christmas Eve; Closed
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: Closed
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
Theater
24/25 Dec: Closed
26 Dec: Regular hours
31 Dec: Closed
1 Jan: Closed
Subway
24 Dec/Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
25 Dec/Christmas: Closed
26 Dec: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
31 Dec/New Year's Eve: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1 Jan/New Year's Day: Closed
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