COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
Special programs, updates, community campaigns, classes and more.
Watch your wallet
An Army veteran has been charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission for fraud, and had his assets frozen, after being accused of falsely telling investors, many of them soldiers at Fort Hood, Texas he was a licensed and registered securities investor. He promised to double or triple money within 120 days, and wrote on his website that he specialized in "military deployment and redeployment investment solutions." He wasn't registered, and he and his firm "have no evident experience," the SEC said in a release.
WHAT TO WATCH: the Veteran and his firm, LB Stocks and Trades Advice LLC, are not the first and not the last to use a connection to the military to drum up business. The SEC provides advice to soldiers and their families on investments, including how to avoid fraud targeted at military personnel.
Read the SEC's Tips for Military Members and Their Families: http://www.sec.gov/oiea/investor-alerts-bulletins/ib_basicsmilitary.html
Go Green Newsletter
For the latest edition of the USAG Bavaria Go Green Newsletter, go to http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/caving-day-trip/?eID=47624.
Month of the Military Child
April: April is Month of the Military Child. To celebrate, USAG Bavaria will host events and activities that commemorate the community's youngest members. For a list of activities this month, head to http://www.army.mil/article/145514/Month_of_the_Military_Child_kicks_off_in_USAG_Bavaria/.
AER scholarships for spouses and high school students
Deadline 1 May: Two different scholarships are available for spouses and for children of Soldiers planning on obtaining a 4-year undergraduate degree in the 2015-2016 academic year. Both scholarships are need-based. For the Spouse Education Assistance Program (SEAP), the spouse must reside with his/her Soldier in an overseas location; must be pursuing the first undergraduate degree; and must be enrolled in a part or full time program. The MG James Ursano Scholarship is for high school students who are enrolled in DEERS; a dependent of a Soldier; attending a four-year accredited school; and maintaining a 2.0-4.0 GPA. For more, head to www.aerhq.org or contact Marianne Hoffman at Army Emergency Relief at DSN 476-2650, CIV 09662-83-2650.
Dental Assistant Training Program
4 May: The American Red Cross and Grafenwoehr Dental Clinic are partnering together for another Dental Assistant Training Program in summer 2015. The American Red Cross will be accepting applications for the 2015 Dental Assistant Training Program starting 4 May. This is a 650 hour program designed to provide training to work as a dental assistant. The program pre-briefing will be on 4 May, 9-11 a.m. at the Tower Barracks Red Cross office, Bldg. 150 (next to the USO.) The briefing will explain the full program requirements and have applications for pick up.
Motorcycle Safety Day
15 May: The annual USAG Bavaria Motorcycle Safety Day is 15 May, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at Camp Kasserine on Tower Barracks. The safety day will address the basics of motorcycle safety (turning, stopping, swerving, etc.) and will culminate in a group ride. Anyone U.S. military personnel with a license to ride a bike in Germany must attend this safety event. POC is William Whitman, DSN 475-7734, CIV 09641-83-7734.
Bulk Trash Pickup - County of Neustadt
12 May: Kohlberg
10 June: Luhe-Wildenau
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 09605-92020.
Any material not picked up must be removed by residents. For more, call your SORT Office at DSN 475-6664.
Bulk Trash Pickup - City of Weiden
For City of Weiden to include the communities Rothenstadt, Ullersricht and Neunkirchen
Pickup has to be requested at the City of Weiden twice a year. Fee per Pickup is 10 €. To schedule a pickup call 0961-3901913. For more information contact 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.
More 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.
Dial 112 for the nearest Polizei station
If you ever need to quickly reach emergency services, dial 112 from any phone and you will be connected to the nearest Polizei station. This works anywhere in Germany.
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.
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, Tower Barracks CIV 09641-83-117, Rose Barracks CIV 09662-83-117. For the latest information and videos, please check out http://www.armyg1.army.mil/hr/suicide/media2.asp.
VOLUNTEERS AND OTHER HELP NEEDED
Freecycle Center needs volunteers
The USAG Bavaria Freecycle Center is always in need of volunteers to help operate the facility. The center is where community members can drop off and pick up used household items, clothes, books, toys and furniture for free. It's completely managed by volunteers. If you are interested in donating your time, please call commercial 09641835228 or DSN 475-5228 during business hours. Or you can stop by Bldg. 4341 on Tower Barracks to learn more. The Freecycle Center is open every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and the first Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The donation box is at the same location and is open 24/7. See more here: http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/freecycle.jpg
USO volunteers needed for Dinner for Soldiers
Can you whip up delicious meals? Or maybe you're a dolt behind the stove and whiz with the dishes. Come give a couple hours to cooks and serve meals for Soldiers at the Tower Barracks USO. They serve Dinner for Soldiers every Wed and Thu starting at 5:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed from 4-6 p.m. on those nights. Contact the USO at DSN 475-9584, CIV 09641-605-2940 for more.
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
Sips & Brush Strokes
Every Tue, Wed & Thu: This popular art class allows you to learn or perfect painting techniques while you sip your favorite drink. The time of the classes varies depending on the day. Check out the MWR website for more or call the Craft Shop at DSN 475-6101, CIV 09641-83-6101 to sign up. MWR May calendar: http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/calendar/.
Open Water Dive certification
4-24 May: Get your Open Water Dive Certification May 4-24. The course includes: 3 classroom sessions; 3 pool sessions; 5 open water dives. Equipment and air is included. Call Wild B.OA.R. to sign up: DSN 475-8529, CIV 09641-83-8529. For more, head to http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/open-water-diver-certification-2-2/?eID=95493.
Visit Berlin
9 May: Berlin is one of Europe's top cities with a unique and exciting history. A 3-hour bus tour will take you to all the major sites, like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and Checkpoint Charlie. There will also be free time. Go to http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/berlin-2/?eID=117547 to sign up and for more information.
Run to Honor
16 May: Join a 5K in Rose Barracks to honor the fallen and those they left behind. Runners can dedicate their run to a specific fallen military member, their families or someone else. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. the day of the run; race begins at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the Rose Barracks Chapel, Bldg. 218. POC is DSN 475-8207, CIV 09641-83-8207 or DSN 476-2650, CIV 09662-83-2650.
Salzburg trip
16 May: Salzburg, arguably Austria's most beautiful city, has so much to see. MWR Leisure Travel will take you down to the city so you can see the gardens, shops, museums, historic alleyways and cafes. Also, you can take the famed "Sound of Music" tour to see where the movie was filmed. To sign up and for more, go to http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/salzburg-austria1/?eID=136547.
George Lopez show in Tower Barracks
18 May: Come see renowned comedian George Lopez in a free show at the Tower Barracks Physical Fitness Center, 18 May. The show is first come, first serve for seating. Adults only. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.
Dinner for Soldiers
Every Wed & Thu: Soldiers can stop by the Tower Barracks USO, Bldg. 150, for a home cooked meal at 5:30 p.m. Volunteers from the community cook and serve delicious meals to over 300 Soldiers per week. Haitian, Vietnamese, Italian and Thai dishes are served. To check out the weekly menus, head to the USO Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/USAGBavaria?ref=hl#!/USOGrafenwoehr. The USO also needs volunteers for this ongoing event. Head to the Volunteer section of the Newsletter for more.
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.
THE EXCHANGE (AAFES)
Tower Barracks Main Store Annual Pet Show
9 May: The Tower Barracks PX will be holding their annual Pet Show on 9 May, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Location is outside Out Door Living area in the grass. There are three Event Categories; Best in Show K9, Best in Show Non-K9 (cats, rabbits, ferrets and other creatures) and Pet-Owner Look-A-Like. There will be gift card prizes for each category. Winners will receive $50 for 1st place, $25 for 2nd place and $10 for 3rd place. AFN will be LIVE at this event so come out and show off your pet.
Exchange Food Court breakfast
Rose Barracks and Tower Barracks Exchange Food Courts now both serve breakfast. Breakfast hours for Rose Barracks are Monday-Friday, 8-11 a.m. For Tower Barracks hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30-11 a.m. Breakfast options included full breakfasts with omelets, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes and more.
You Made the Grade Program
Students in grades 1-12 who maintain at least a B-average are eligible to receive a coupon book filled with free offers and discounts from the Exchange. Scholars can also enter the You Made the Grade semiannual sweepstakes to receive gift cards worth $2,000, $1,500 or $500. Entries for the gift card sweepstakes drawing can be submitted twice a year, with drawings typically held in June and December. Students, including those who are home schooled, can receive a You Made the Grade coupon booklet by presenting a valid military I.D. and proof of an overall B average at the Grafenwoehr Exchange customer service Eligible students can pick up one booklet for each qualifying report card. Students and guardians can visit their Grafenwoehr Exchange for more information about the You Made the Grade program.
FACILITY AND ROAD OPENINGS/CONSTRUCTION/CLOSURES
Digging work at RB Area 700 (Bldg 721-740) for transmission fire alarm system
Now - 31 May: Digging work in Rose Barracks to limit gate access and access road to one lane only. Road construction will be worked in 3 phases.
Phase 1: Now-3 May: access road to Bldg 727
Phase 2: 4-17 May: access gate south
Phase 3: 18-31 May: access gate south near Bldg 721
Tower Barracks permanent road closure on Argonne Avenue east of Bldg 314
Starting 27 April: Argonne Avenue between Tank Road 21 and Johnson Street will be closed to through-traffic for site preparation for the new elementary school project. After the construction is completed, this part of the road will remain closed since it will become part of the school. Alternate traffic route possible via Gettysburg Avenue.
Vehicle Registration closures
30 April & 1 May: Vehicle Registration will close at noon on 30 April and will be closed all day on 1 May for the German holiday.
Sanitary and combined sewer line inspections in Tower and Rose Barracks
April-Oct: Scheduled video/camera inspections of manholes and sewer lines at Rose Barracks and Tower Barracks. During these inspections the contractor will be working various manholes on and off the roads. While the inspection crew is working on the roads short traffic interruptions/detours are to be expected. Traffic bypassing the inspection crew is asked to slow down and to watch out for crew members on the road. We also want to inform residents/occupants that the contractor will also work several manholes that are close to some buildings. The flushing of the pipes might cause some scratching sound when the camera is checking the ground lines under the buildings.
Health clinic closures over Memorial Day weekend
22-25 May: All health, dental and behavioral health clinics in USAG Bavaria will be closed over the Memorial Day weekend.
Vilseck Veterinary Treatment Facility
The VTF in Rose Barracks is open Mon & Wed, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed: Every Tue and Thu, all training and federal holidays. Walk-in times are Mon & Wed, 9-11 a.m., 1-3 p.m. Walk-in appointments are for wellness check-ups only (including vaccinations, heartworm tests, feline leukemia tests, and CONUS health certificates). Please remember to register your pets within 14 days of arrival or ownership. Call at DSN 476-2370, CIV 09662-83-2370.
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.
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. You can also check out their website at http://www.grafenwoehr.army.mil/sites/directorates/dhr/ACES/dhr-aces.asp.
FAST Class
6 -19 May: Rose Barracks Education Center, Bldg. 223, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The registration period for this class begins 15 April until the last working day before the class begins. Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST) provides Soldiers with instruction in reading, mathematics, and language skills and is an excellent tool to prepare Soldiers to raise their GT score. This class is a 60-hour long course and is limited to twenty students. For more information please contact the Rose Barracks Education Center at DSN 476-2653/2753.
USAG Bavaria Graduation Recognition Ceremony
May 6: Join us for the USAG Bavaria 2015 Graduation Ceremony at 1 p.m., Multi-Purpose Center, Bldg 134, Rose Barracks. Soldiers, family members, and civilians will be awarded Associate, Bachelor, Master degrees and certificates. All USAG Bavaria is welcome to participate. A reception will follow the ceremony. Contact the Army Education Center in Rose Barracks, Bldg 223, for more at CIV 09662-83-2753, DSN 476-2753.
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 Tower Barracks-Rose Barracks community, there are currently 4 face-to-face programs running continuously year-round. Below is the current line-up for CTC classes on Rose Barracks and Tower Barracks for Term 5 in June -- August 2015.
ROSE BARRACKS CLASSES:
• Automotive Mechanic/Technician class: AUMT 1405 -- Introduction to Automotive Technology. Meeting days & times: Mon/Tue/Wed 6-10 p.m. 1 June-22 July. Instructor: Williams, Brian. (4 credit hours)
• Homeland Security & Emergency Management: HMSY 1338 -- Homeland Security Emergency Communications Management (hybrid class). Meeting days & times: Mon 6-9 p.m. 1 June-24 July. Instructor: Richards-Galvan, Cynthia. (3 credit hours).
TOWER BARRACKS CLASSES:
• Child Development class: CDEC 1313 -- Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs (hybrid class). Meeting days & times: Mon 6-9 p.m. 1 June-24 July. Instructor: Birgit Keiser. 3 credit hours.
• Criminal Justice class: CJSA 1322 -- Introduction to Criminal Justice. Meeting days & times: Tue/Thu 6-9 pm. 16 June-Aug. Instructor: Richards-Galvan Cynthia. (3 credit hours).
For more information, contact CTC Field Representative Chuck Sligh or Gosha Gonzalez vilseck@europe.ctcd.edu, DSN 476-2362, CIV 09662-83-2362, Bldg 223, Rose Barracks Mon/Tue/The & at the Tower Barracks Multi Learning Facility (MLF), 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
2015-2016 RE-REGISTRATION for ALL new and currently enrolled K-5 students continues until the end of April.
Now: Vilseck Elementary yearbook on sale for $30 through VES PTSA. We order only as many books as the preorders we receive so you cannot get a book with preordering. Online yearbook ordering at: www.internationalmemories.us User ID : 2015VESYB, Password: 2015VESYB . Log on and click "yearbook order" on the left of the screen. Then click "yearbook". Go to the right of the screen to the first drop down menu and click "yearbook'. It shows you the price of $30 click "add to cart" and proceed to check-out. The rest is self-explanatory. Make sure the zip code is your APO. All books are sent to the school and will be distributed at a date to be confirmed. If your family is PCSing, please complete the format at the front office at VES or contact Kathrynn.northam@eu.dodea.edu
27-30 April: AdvancED External Review for School Accreditation
29 April: Book Swap in the school's lobby.
1 May: STEAM Day.
4 May: NMS counselor to speak with 5th grade students.
6 May: School Nurse Day
6 May: Teacher Appreciation Week
6 May: Dress Rehearsal for Talent Show
7 May: Talent Show
8 May: Fourth Grade Science Museum
11-15 May: PTSA Silent Auction in the Lobby
12 May: NO SCHOOL-Teacher Training Day for College-Career Ready Standards in Math
13 May: Begin of 4th quarter.
13 May: Kindergarten Book Swap
14 May: PTSA sponsors Dan Crow, Grammy Award winning singer.
15 May: 4th & 5th Grade Dance and BINGO for parents!
19 May: Kindergarden orientation for SY15/16.
20 May: Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
21 May: The Vilseck Elementary School will host its 5th Annual Feet For Freedom 3K Fun Run/Walk to honor our soldiers and promote fitness, 9 a.m.
25 May: No School. Memorial Day.
27 May: Book Swap in the Lobby in the morning
30 May: PTSA Garage Sale-Call the school to reserve your table 09662-83-2812-ext. 7338
4 June: Last day for Sure Start
5 June: Field Day- All Day
5 June: 4th Grade Fair
9 June: Dining at the Ritz
11 June: Last day for students. Early release
SURE START: Sure Start is a preschool program for military families. We provide education, health, nutrition, and social services. Children who are four years old by 1 Sept. are selected using specific criteria. Ranks E-1 to E-4 have priority. Parent involvement is mandatory. Applications for the 2015-2016 school year are now available at VES. Call 09662-83-2812 / 476-2812.
VES families and interested community members are invited to attend seminars hosted by the school's Military Family Life Consultants (MFLC). The MFLCs are here to support the school with many aspects, one of which is assisting our community's family needs. At 8:45 a.m. the MFLCs will offer interested parents and community members the below topics for discussion and understanding. We hope these topics will be of good use in your home and with your children. We invite you to VES on any or all of these scheduled dates.
The topics and dates for you are:
29 April: Taking responsibilities with normal and inevitable power struggles parents have with children.
FOR SURE START Parents: May 6, Life in Balance: Relaxation and Stress Relief
13 May: Responsibilities and coping mechanisms for parents to create a smooth transition in home, school and community.
FOR SURE START Parents: May 20, Children and Moving (steam room)
27 May: Responsibilities, challenges and suggestions on helping your child in changing schools.
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
7 May: Talent Show. 5-6 p.m. MPR
10 May: Mothers' Day.
12 May: NO SCHOOL. Teacher work day.
13 May: Dan Crow performance. During the school day and 5:30-7 p.m.
25 May: NO SCHOOL. Memorial Day.
29 May: Volksmarch/Earth Day Extravaganza. All day.
5 June: Field Day.
11 June: Last day of school for students.
12 June: Last day of school for teachers.
21 June: Fathers' Day.
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
15 May: VES 5th Grade Orientation, 9-11 a.m., MPR
15-17 May: Antique Furniture Sale, MPR, TBA
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
2 May: SAT
2 May: Soccer @ Patch, Baseball @ Hohenfels, Softball @ Hohenfels, Track @ Patch, Drill Team @ Home
4-15 May: AP Exams
9 May: Baseball @ Wiesbaden, Softball @ Wiesbaden, Track @ Home, Drill Team @ Vicenza
13-14 May: Spring Music Concerts
15 May: Critical Thinking Local Assessment
16 May: Soccer @ Patch, Baseball @ Home, Softball @ Home, Track @ Ansbach
18-23 May: European Championships
21 May: 8th grade visit
25 May: Memorial Day. No School
26 May-1 June: Senior exams
6 June: Graduation
5-11 June: Grades 9-11 semester finals
11 June: End of 4th Quarter Last Day for Students before summer break
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 2nd semester is May 14. 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.
Would you 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
After school tutoring and SAT prep is available on Tuesday and Thursday every week (except holidays). Please email Ms Watson (Carla.Watson@eu.dodea.edu) for more information.
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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Hof club American football team looking for players
The American football club in Hof, the Hof Jokers, are looking for interested Americans to come play with the team. They're specifically looking for LBs and DBs, but players in any position are welcome. Currently, they're practicing Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. at Rudolf-Lion-Halle, Sigmundsgraben 42, Hof, 95028. Visit www.hof-jokers.de for more info or email info@hof-jokers.de.
Volksfest in Weiden
Now-3 May: The booths and rides are open 2 p.m. - midnight, music will only play until 11 p.m. Family day with reduced fares is Wednesday afternoon. A big fireworks display will take place on Friday at around 10 p.m. In 92637 Weiden, at the new Festplatz on Conrad-Röntgen-Straße.
Maypole raising and Maifest in Grafenwoehr
30 April: The raising of the Maypole is tradition in many towns across Bavaria. The ceremony in Grafenwoehr will start at 6 p.m. with a parade at the German Post in the Alte Amberger Straße, and then the Maypole will be raised by hand. This will be followed by a fest with food and beer. Limited parking is available on the Marktplatz. Alternatively, you can park along Alte Amberger Straße (towards Gate 1) or at the Norma store on Thumbacher Straße (behind the Santa Lucia Italian restaurant).
Spring Volksfest in Neumarkt
30 April-3 May: The Spring Volksfest in 92318 Neumarkt, at the Volksfestplatz, Festplatz 1 (ca. 45 km / 28 miles west of Hohenfels). A festive parade through the city will be followed by the tapping on the first keg on Friday.
German holiday: Labor Day and May Day
1 May: All German stores and authorities off-post are closed, as are all on-post facilities (non-food) with a predominantly local national workforce. Raising of the Maypole and "Maifest" in:
• 92242 Hirschau at the Feuerwehrhaus = fire station, Höllriegelstraße 4 (ca. 14 km / 9 miles east of Vilseck). 10 a.m.
• 92280 Kastl (AS county), on Marktplatz (ca. 25 km / 15.5 miles SW of Amberg). 11 a.m.
• 92637 Weiden, in the Altstadt = old city. Click for a map of suggested car parks. 1 p.m.
• Massenricht (falls under 92242 Hirschau), at the fest site next to the fire station (ca. 14 km / 9 miles east of Vilseck). 2 p.m.
• 92274 Gebenbach, in front of the fire station along Raiffeisenstraße (ca. 14 km / 9 miles south of Vilseck). 2 p.m.
Eschenbach motorcycle club Maypole raising
1 May: The Motorcycle Club, The Pilots e.V. from Eschenbach will erect the maypole at the Marienplatz at Eschenbach. At 4 p.m., the members will set up the decorated maypole by using long poles. Starting at 3 p.m., they will already start serving coffee, cake, bratwurst and steak from the grill along with beer and soft drinks. Everybody is invited to attend that ceremony and watch this old Bavarian tradition.
Latin Festival in Grafenwoehr
2 May: This will be a fun day for everyone who loves Latin dance and music. The organizers have put on a full program that will keep you entertained the whole day: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Over 10 dance workshops for Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and Zumba. 8 p.m.: Latin Night Party! With a Salsa Live band (Salsaborrr), 3 DJ's from the Caribbean, Kizomba and Salsa shows, a live Reggaeton performance, Hispanic food and specialties and more. Event Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/903541582997274/?fref=ts. Buy tickets for the whole event: http://okticket.de/tickets-tagespass-grafenwoehr-kulturelles-zentrum-e12817?setlang=en. Buy tickets for the Latin party only: http://okticket.de/tickets-partypass-grafenwoehr-kulturelles-zentrum-e12816?setlang=en.
Flea market for classic cars and household goods
3 May: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., in 92262 Birgland, at the "Maulwerk", Hauptstraße 14 (near Sulzbach-Rosenberg, ca. 35 km / 23 miles south of Vilseck). The "Maulwerk" is a service center for classic cars and collector's items. They have garages, a 50s-style Café, a museum, and a dealership for classic cars. POCs are Tino and Ernst Ertel at ph. 09666-188-4114.
Nuremberg Trempelmarkt
8 & 9 May: Germany's largest flea market is held in the pedestrian zone every second weekend in May and September. Around 4,000 sales stands group around the "Hauptmarkt" in the historic city center and the side-roads off the Hauptmarkt. You can find anything from expensive antiques to knick-knacks. Children have their own flea market where they can sell their old toys. Don't miss this great Flohmarkt!. Opening hours: Friday 4 p.m. - midnight, Saturday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Medieval Fair in Hilpoltstein
8-10 May: This fest has typical Medieval fair activities, like jousting, medieval artisans and crafts and food. Friday 6 p.m. -- midnight; Saturday 11 a.m. -- midnight; Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. In 91161 Hilpoltstein, Altstadt = old city / Christoph-Sturm-Straße (ca. 35 km / 22 miles south of Nürnberg).
Ansbach Spring Volksfest
8-14 May: The Spring Volksfest in 91522 Ansbach is at the large car park in front of the "Tagungszentrum Onoldia", Nürnberger Straße 32.
Regensburg Mai-Dult, or Spring Volksfest
8-25 May: This is a "must go" for anyone who enjoys street parties and Volksfests. Open 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. every day. Family days are always held on Wednesdays. Brilliant firework displays on both Fridays at around 10 p.m. The Warendult (outdoor market, link only GE) next to the Volksfest is open daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. On offer are a large variety of high-quality products, from traditional Bavarian clothing ("Trachten") to kitchenware and spices.
Final cut-off for Regensburg Marathon
10 May: Final cut-off for registering for the Regensburg Marathon. The actual marathon will take place on Sunday, 17 May, 8:30 a.m., in 93047 Regensburg; starting and end point is the Infineon car park, Wernerwerkstraße / corner Messerschmittstraße. There will also be a trade fair in the large tent at the car park. Register in English here: https://portal.mikatiming.de/static/rb/starter/en/.
35th anniversary fest for Eschenbach motorcycle club
16 May: The Motorcycle Club, The Pilots e.V. from Eschenbach will celebrate the 35th anniversary of their club and 20th anniversary of their clubhouse. The following program is planned:
10:30 a.m.: The fest will start with a Weißwurst Fruehschoppen (morning pint with Bavarian veal sausages).
1 p.m.: The KTM Dealer Pepa-Bikes from Bayreuth will offer a KTM Roadshow with the chance to test rides with the new KTM 1290 Super Adventure and a Freeride-E-Bike.
2 p.m.: Start serving coffee, cake, bratwurst and steaks.
5 p.m.: Spanferkel aka suckling pig will be served.
6 p.m.: Performance by the Flying Boots Line Dance Group.
7 p.m.: Live Music and DJ.
The Fest will take place at the clubhouse across from the industrial area at Eschenbach next to the B470 on the way to Pressath.
Medieval Knights Camp/fair in Vilseck
16 -17 May: Enthusiasts will reenact medieval life at the Vilseck Castle Dagestein (92249 Vilseck, Schlossgasse). Historic camp life with medieval music, king's electors, knights, night-watchman, fire-eaters, executioners, falconers, hunters, swordsmen, mercenaries, craft- and tradesmen, and lots of animals will bring you back to medieval times. There's a children's program on both days and fairy tales told in English language. Medieval-style food and beverages will be available.
You will be fascinated by all the great activities.
Saturday, 16 May:
11 a.m.: Opening of the medieval market life
2 p.m.: Medieval parade of participants
3 p.m.: Falconers show
4 p.m.: Knights swordplay, knights swordplay on horses, jugglers
7 p.m.: King Rupprecht, bishop and earl resides at the castle, craft demonstrations, knights camp life, fire spectacles, medieval music, etc.
10 p.m.: Fire spectacles, bonfire
Sunday, 17 May:
10 a.m. opening of the medieval market life
1:30 p.m.: Medieval parade of participants
2:30 p.m.: Falconers show
3:30 p.m.: Merchants arrive; scenes from the former "Golden Road" trade way
6 p.m.: End
Links: www.ritter-von-der-zarg.de/termine/Ritterlager_2015_Flyer_en.pdf; www.ritter-von-der-zarg.de; www.dagestein.de
Kinderfest in Grafenwoehr
7 June: Every year, the IG Spielplatz (playground) Bahnhofsiedlung in Grafenwoehr hosts a Kinderfest/ Spielplatzfest in Grafenwoehr. Everyone is invited to enjoy an entertaining afternoon with activities and games for children. There will be bratwurst, hamburgers, grilled pork, ice-cream, soda, beer, coffee and cake. The fest will start at 2 p.m. at the playground in the Bahnhofsiedlung residential area, which is located across from the Tea Garden Chinese restaurant.
Street food festival in Regensburg
11 July: Do you love good street food and a good party. Check out the street food festival in Regnesburg, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. on Sulzfeldstrasse 1, 93055 Regensburg. Link to the event: http://heyevent.de/event/717157585071399/street-food-festival-regensburg. Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/events/717157585071399/; www.facebook.com/events/788312824551051.
What is a Volksmarch?
Volkssport (People's Sport) encompasses Volksmarch (People's Walk) and other forms of non-competitive physical fitness. The primary sport, walking, is ordinarily a 10 kilometer route (6.2 miles) on scenic trails along bodies of water, around historic sites, or through your own neighborhoods. Clubs frequently offer trail lengths of 5 and 20 kilometers as well. There is no set start time, but a window of time, approximately 5 hours. Walkers go at their own pace and the only requirement is to finish by the end of the event, approximately 3 hours after the final start time. Trails are marked along the way. Most routes take two hours to complete at a leisurely pace. Many trails are stroller-friendly and provide great opportunity to explore the countryside. After the walk, everyone meets for food and drink in the hall.
Nervous about not speaking the language? Many clubs have a special table with someone who speaks English.
Here is a list of upcoming volksmarches in the Oberpfalz and also Franken:
http://www.dvv-wandern.de/regionales-angebot/oberpfalz.html
30 April & 1 May
W, nur AW, 6, 10, 20 km
Maroldsweisach
SC Maroldsweisach 1946, Abt. Wandern (FR-U) Ernst Frankenberg, Sülzenweg 5, 96126 Maroldsweisach Tel. 09532/1483
Start: Thu 4-7 p.m.; Fri 6 a.m.-noon, Sportheim, Friedrich-Rückert-Ring, 96126 Maroldsweisach
2 & 3 May
W, 6, 11 km
Bamberg
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Waldwanderung 1. Wanderfreunde "Wilde Rose" Bamberg e.V. (FR-O) Günther Schmid, Moosstr. 39, 96050 Bamberg Tel. 0951/15776
Start: 7 a.m.-noon
Graf-Staufenberg-Schule, Kloster-Langheim-Str. 11, 96050 Bamberg, Bahnstation: Bamberg
2 & 3 May
W, JWT, 5, 10, 20, 30 km
Richtheim
Kinder- und Familienangebot: Buchstabenrätsel, Spielplatz in der Halle, Spielplatz an der Strecke, Urkunde, Wanderfreunde Richtheim (OPF) Bruno Kürzinger, Mühlstr.12, 92348 Berg Tel. 09189/7330
Start: Sa. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. (5, 10, 20 km) and 7-11 a.m. (30 km), So. 7 a.m.-noon, Im Bierzelt, Richtheimer Hauptstr.13, 92348 Richtheim, Bahnstation: Neumarkt i. d. Opf.
2 & 3 May
W, 6, 11 km
Bamberg
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Waldwanderung 1. Wanderfreunde "Wilde Rose" Bamberg e.V. (FR-O) Günther Schmid, Moosstr. 39, 96050 Bamberg Tel. 0951/15776
Start: 7 a.m.-noon
Graf-Staufenberg-Schule, Kloster-Langheim-Str. 11, 96050 Bamberg, Bahnstation: Bamberg Ausschreibung
9 & 10 May
W, 5, 10, 20 km
Demling
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Die Strecke führt entlang des Weinbaugebietes Bach-Kruckenberg.
Scheuchenberg-Wanderer Demling e.V. (OPF) Josef Seidel, Otterbachstr.14, 93093 Donaustauf Tel. 09403/2669, Fax: 09403/4456, seidel-josef@t-online.de
Start: Sa. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., So. 7-11 a.m., Begegnungstätte, Austr. 35, 93090 Demling, Bahnstation: Regensburg
9 & 10 May
W, JWT, 5, 10, 20 km
Kleinsendelbach
Kinder- und Familienangebot: Quiz - Natur, Brezel, Geschenk, Maltisch in der Halle, Verpflegungspaket Wanderfreunde Kleinsendelbach 1984 e.V. (FR-M) Schmitt Erwin, Erlanger Str. 12, 91077 Kleinsendelbach Tel. 09126/1421, Fax: 09126/287489, monika-gruener-kl@t-online.de
Start: Sa. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. So. 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Mehrzweckhalle, Hauptstraße 1, 91077 Kleinsendelbach, Bahnstation: Erlangen oder Eckental-Eschenau Ausschreibung
13 & 14 May
W, nur AW, 5, 10 km
Kaltenbrunn
FC Kaltenbrunn e.V. (OPF)
Dieter Zeinz, Kuhlbühl 8, 92700 Kaltenbrunn Tel. 0151/15392519, diezz@web.de
Start: Mi. 4-7 p.m., Do. 6-11 a.m., Sportgelände FC Kaltenbrunn, Am Muckelfeld 1, 92700 Kaltenbrunn, Bahnstation: Freihung
14 May
W, 5, 10 km
Kallmünz
Burgwanderer Kallmünz (OPF)
Rosa Donauer, Vilsgasse 42, 93183 Kallmünz Tel. 09473/421, Fax: 09473/908759
Start: 6-11 a.m.
Bürgersaal Kallmünz, Keltenweg 1, 93183 Kallmünz
14 May
W, 5, 10 km
Fürth
Treue Husaren Fürth (FR-M)
Georg Rupprecht, Talpromenade 22, 90765 Fürth Tel. 0171/3758241, Fax: 0911/7876371, Georg-Rupprecht@t-online.de
Start: 6 a.m.-noon
Jahnturnhalle, Schützenstraße, 90556 Cadolzburg, Bahnstation: Cadolzburg Ausschreibung
16 & 17 May
W/*, 5, 10, 20 km
Pressath
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Naturquiz "Pilze unserer Heimat", Natur-Naherholungsanlage Kisi Beach, entlang der Haidenaab-Auen, Wasserlauf an der historischen Katsmühle, Blick auf den Vulkankegel/Naturwunder Rauher Kulm.
Wanderfreunde Pressath (OPF)
Albert Ficker, Kapellenweg 2, 92690 Pressath Tel. 09644/91314, Fax: 09644/6809869, Lisa_Albert@t-online.de
Start: Sa. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., So. 6-11 a.m., Stadthalle Pressath, Wollauerstr., 92690 Pressath, Bahnstation: Pressath
16 & 17 May
W, 6, 12 km
Wiebelsheim Bad Windsheim
Rangau-Wandergruppe Wiebelsheim e.V. (FR-M) Reiner Godenberg, Wiebelsheim 88, 91438 Bad Windsheim Tel. 09841/2881, Fax: 09841/651555
Start: Sa. 7 a.m.-2 p.m., So. 7 a.m.-noon, Halle Kraus, Wiebelsheim, 91438 Bad Windsheim, Bahnstation: Bad Windsheim Ausschreibung
17 May
W, 5, 10, 20 km
Untersiemau
TSV Untersiemau 1913 e.V., Abt. Wandern (FR-O) Bernd Heil, Sonneberger Str. 7, 96253 Untersiemau Tel. 09565/7208
Start: 06:00 - 12:00 Uhr
Volksschule Untersiemau, Pestalozzistraße 3, 96253 Untersiemau, Bahnstation: Creidlitz Ausschreibung
17 May
GTW "Höhenmeterrundweg", 11, 22 km
Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz
Verkehrs- u. Verschönerungsverein Neuhaus/Pegnitz (FR-M) Michael Leipenat, Buchäckerweg 37, 91224 Pommelsbrunn Tel. 0175/8780097, kathrin.leipenat@web.de
Start: 9 a.m.
S-Bahn Pommelsbrunn, Arzloher Straße, 91224 Pommelsbrunn Ausschreibung
17 May
W, 6, 10 km
Stetten-Karlstadt/Main
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Weinwanderung mit herrlichem Blick aufs Maintal, Hinweistafeln weisen auf markante Punkte hin.
SpVgg Stetten 1946 e.V., Abt. Wandern (FR-U) Reinhard Kimmel, Buchenhöllstr. 1, 97753 Karlstadt-Stetten Tel. 09360/319
Start: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Winzerkeller, Urbanusstraße 29, 97753 Karlstadt-Stetten, Bahnstation: Karlstadt - Abholung nach Vereinbarung Ausschreibung
23 & 24 May
W, 5, 10, 20 km
Beilngries
Wanderfreunde Beilngries e.V. (OPF)
Gottfried Stanislawski, Hirschberger Str. 6, 92339 Beilngries Tel. 08461/591, Fax: 08461/6060999, info@wanderfreunde.org
Start: Sa. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., So. 7 a.m.-noon, FFW Beilngries, Wiesenweg 2, 92339 Beilngries, Bahnstation: Kinding/Neumarkt/Ingolstadt
25 May
GTW "Sonnenaufgangswanderung", 10 km
Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz
Verkehrs- u. Verschönerungsverein Neuhaus/Pegnitz (FR-M) Michael Leipenat, Buchäckerweg 37, 91224 Pommelsbrunn Tel. 0175/8780097, kathrin.leipenat@web.de
Start: 4:30 a.m.
Rathaus Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz, Marktplatz 9, 91284 Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz, Bahnstation: Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz Ausschreibung
27 May
GTW, nur AW "Maiabendwanderung", 13 km
Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz
Verkehrs- u. Verschönerungsverein Neuhaus/Pegnitz (FR-M) Michael Leipenat, Buchäckerweg 37, 91224 Pommelsbrunn Tel. 0175/8780097, kathrin.leipenat@web.de
Start: 5 p.m.
Gasthof "Frankenalb", Bahnhofstraße 17, 91284 Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz, Bahnstation: Neuhaus a. d. Pegnitz Ausschreibung
30 & 31 May
W, 5, 10 km
Schwarzenfeld
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Alter Baumbestand, durch das Weihergebiet mit Blick in die Weiheranlagen mit Oberpfälzer Spiegelkarpfen, entlang des Naabufers.
Wanderfreunde Schwarzenfeld (OPF)
Franz Kummetsteiner, Waldhausstr. 22, 92245 Köfering Tel. 09621/760285, Kummet61@web.de
Start: Sa. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., So. 7 a.m.-noon, Grund u. Hauptschule Schwarzenfeld, Nabburgerstr.9, 92521 Schwarzenfeld, Bahnstation: Schwarzenfeld
30 & 31 May
W, nur AW, 5, 10, 20 km
Weyer
Biologische Vielfalt erleben: Mischwald mit Feuchstellen zur Rückhaltung des Oberflächenwassers, Walderlebnispfad, ursprüngliche Natur, Lebensraum dür Nieder-, Raub- und Rehwild, viele Vogelarten, Fischreiher, ökologische Flurbereinigung, renaturisierter Flößerriedgraben usw.
SC 1947 Weyer e.V., Abt. Wandern (FR-U) Martin Göpfert, Buchenstr. 1, 97469 Gochsheim Tel. 09721/649982, vorstand-veranstaltungen@sc-weyer.de
Start: Sa. 4-6 p.m., So. 6 a.m.-noon, Sportgelände SC 47 Weyer, Grettstadter Weg 7, 97469 Gochsheim/Weyer, Bahnstation: Schweinfurt Hbf Ausschreibung
Local public transportation online
Experience Germany with public transportation, a great way to see beautiful sites and events without having to find parking. For example, you can find bus transportation to Amberg or trains to Nuremberg, Munich, Cologne and Berlin.
Greater Nuremberg area public transportation (including trains busses leaving from Freihung, Vilseck, Sorghof, Hahnbach and other local areas)
www.vgn.de/CFF6B06F-C0B4-11D7-AE44-00034709FE0C
Weiden / Grafenwoehr / Neustadt bus public bus transportation:
www.nwn-bus.de/linien.htm
Other public transportation services throughout Germany:
www.bahn.de/i/view/USA/en/index.shtml
www.raileurope.com/DB
www.raileurope.com/index.html
www.busliniensuche.de
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/.
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. The Vilseck club has upcoming events like a dinner at XXL Bigfoot; kirwa fests; and the German American Volksfest in Hohenfels. If you're interested, please register with Daniel Koenig at daniel.koenig.vilseck@t-online.de 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. The Hohenfels Kontakt Club meets on Fridays at the clubhouse on post, Bldg. 334.
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:
Volksfest returns. The Hohenfels German-American Volksfest starts on Wednesday with the keg tapping, Bavarian "Olympics" and rides. http://www.army.mil/article/147223/
Baby Expo. Families receive information, support and goodies at the Baby Expo in Hohenfels. http://www.army.mil/article/146824/
Day of Remembrance. Reserve Soldiers get a first-hand look at Flossenburg Concentration Camp near the Czech border. http://www.army.mil/article/146833/
Side-by-side simulation. Troops in Romania and Hohenfels solve the problem of distance by using technology to conduct simultaneous trainings. http://www.army.mil/article/147213/Training_no_longer_confined_to_single_geographical_area/
True grit. 1-4 Infantry gets down and dirty playing the bad guys in Hohenfels for Saber Junction 15. http://www.army.mil/article/146913/1_4_Infantry_Battalion_a_force_to_be_reckoned_with/
Do your part. USAREUR general asks all of Army Europe to understand and act on their responsibilities to end sexual assault. http://www.army.mil/article/146839/
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.
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