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Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation is commited to caring for the people who serve and stand ready to defend the nation. Volume 001 2012 edition WE SPEAK YOUR LANGUAGE! a English is a plus at TKS

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need a job? ...know someone who needs a job? Get your work published or craft of which you have fi rsthand home with your child and earn from Contact Morale, Welfare and Re- Do you have a talent for writing or knowledge or experience. Contact $20,000.00 to $40,000.00 or more creation to fi nd out about available photography? We are interested SKIES at mil 485-7276 or civ per year. Family Child Care leads to positions at Non-appropriated Fund in publishing sports, travel, special (06783) 6-7276. a long-lasting career and continu- Civilian Personnel Offi ce (NAF CPO event and feature stories from the ing opportunities for professional at 485-6566 or 06783-6-6566) Baumholder Military Community. Coaches needed growth by offering Child development 0049-0-6783-6-1630 or 485-1630. If you want to have your photos Coaches and offi cials are always Asso ciate and FCC Accreditation. or writing published contact the needed for sporting events; for more Join our winning team and apply to Where to start your job search marketing offi ce at 485-6263 or information on how to become a be the best, call FCC to get started. Contact the employment readiness +49(0)6783-6-6263. coach or offi cial, call the Baumholder For more information call 485-6588, advisor in Baumholder at 485-8188. Sports Offi ce at (06783) 6-6671 or 06783-66588. The employment readiness advisor Volunteer Umpires Youth Sports mil 485-6671/7176/6615. offers help with resumes and can CYSS Sports in Baumholder is look- HIRED Apprenticeship Program answer a plethora of employment ing for folks interested in contri- Certifi ed Fitness Instructors Needed for teens 15-18 years of age of- questions. bu ting their time to enhance the Are you a Certifi ed Group Exercise fers experiences within distinct CYSS Youth program by working as Instructor or Personal Trainer? Do career paths to help teens develop Get paid to be creative volunteer umpires. CYSS offers free you teach martial arts or dance employer-valued abilities to succeed The Art and Craft Center in Baum- umpire training and certifi cation. If classes for adults? For details on in today’s competitive job market. holder is looking for paid and you are interested in participating becoming an instructor for the Four 12-week terms to work after volun teer teachers for classes such contact CYSS Sports Assistant at Baumholder Physical Fitness Centers, school and weekends in program as fl oral arranging, sewing, quilting, 485-8249 or 0049-0-6783-6-8249. call (06783) -6-6671 or mil 485- areas such as food service, child care, pottery, painting (acrylic, oil and/ Make a difference in the lives of our 6671/7418. outdoor recreation, libraries, fi tness or watercolor), drawing, sculpting, youth - support them through team centers, golf, and more are repeated food art, cake decorating and sports. Family Child Care Jobs annually. To apply for enrollment, photography. For more info call DSN Love children? Family Child Care contact the Wetzel Teen Center, 485-6687 or 06783-66687 or come SKIES Instructors Needed (FCC) is the place to be. If you BLDG 8875. DSN 485-6348, COM: by the Art Center M-F 11 a.m. - Make money, tutor or teach children are interested in starting your own 06783-6-6348. 6 p.m. Sa Noon - 5 p.m. or email: skills such as cooking, sewing, art, childcare business, FCC can help. [email protected] music, dancing or any special skill Have the best of both worlds: Stay at

Family and MWR contributes to the Army’s strength and readiness by offering services that reduce stress, build skills and self-confi dence and foster strong esprit de corps. FMWR services also help the Army attract and retain talented people. Professionals don’t see work as just a job to be done or merely a source of money. They see work as service to others. They labor toward the betterment of other people, directly or indirectly: customers, employers, and coworkers.

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Photo by Alice Verberne Thallichtenberg castle located seven miles from the town of Baumholder in the direction of Kusel. The castle offers a full schedule of events to include medieval markets such as the holiday market Nov. 26-27, 2011, Easter and summer fests. CONTENTS In the Know ...... 4 Warrior Zone, Java Cafe & Nicks Diner ...... 7 Golf, Bowling, BOSS ...... 10 Sports & Fitness ...... 12 Valued Added Tax ...... 15 Rheinlander Community Club ...... 22 Creative Arts Center ...... 24 Outdoor Recreation ...... 26 Theater, Music & Entertainment ...... 28 Child and Youth School Services...... 30 Library ...... 33 Phone numbers ...... 34 Auto Skills ...... 35 Radio and calling tips ...... 36

On the cover from left to right: watermelon eating contest at the Independence Day celebration, whole roasted pig from the kitchen of Siggi Zimmer, sunrise over Thallich- tenberg castle near Baumholder, Rolling Hills Golf course at sunrise, chef Ziggi Simmer, bronze sculpture of washer woman in downtown Baumholder, one of the famous dishes made at the Rheinlander Community Club, Bill Clark from Striker’s Bowling Center, Baumholder Welcome Home ceremony, troops return from down range, bridge at the lake in downtown Baumholder.

Special thanks to Cassandra Hickmon and Stephanie Santos for their contribution in producing this magazine and other creative projects for the USAG Baumholder Marketing Offi ce. Creative direction Alice Verberne Family and MWR Marketing Offi ce Dragoon Circle Bldg 8680, Room 209, Baumholder, Germany 55774 Box 18, Unit 23746, APO AE 09034 . 49-6783-66263; 314-485-6263 The USAG Baumholder Family & MWR Marketing Division is responsible for the production of the Rock Magazine, which is the unoffi cial annual magazine for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) activities within the Baumholder Military Community. Contents are not necessarily the offi cial views of or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. European Command. The distribution, mentions or use of any sponsors products, services, or funds by the U.S. Army does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of paid advertisements in this magazine does not constitute endorsement by the DoD, the United States Army or the USAG Baumholder MWR fund. Everything advertised in this magazine shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical/mental handicap, political affi liation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy is confi rmed, MWR shall refuse to accept advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The information in this issue is current at the time of publication. Activities and events are subject to change. For confi rmation, please contact the facility. Print costs, printing and labor of this product by mediaprint infoverlag GmbH. 3 IN THE KNOW - STAYING SMART ON THE ROCK

from the editor Moving to a new location can be discombobulating. Fami- ly and MWR Baumholder wants to make friends with you through this publication to give you valuable resources.We’ll Intel on the Rock give you contacts so that you have the ability to fi nd us and all the wonderful programming offered especially for you at your fi ngertips. Here are a few tips that we hope will make geting in the know you feel more at home. Remember, if you need anything, you may fi nd us quickly by searching social media. story by Alice Verberne, Baumholder Family and MWR Marketing photo of downtown Baumholder by David Delisio

Welcome to Baumholder Take you time to relax and enjoy the possibilities of our activities. Many various events which take place all the year invite youtoatripwithyourwholefamily.

Hiking trails Nordic Walking Mountainbiking Sportevents Markets, guided walking and city tours Old town festival and Rallye

Enjoy the time in our beautiful city and discover the region

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Photo by David Delisio The Rock acres of varied terrain to the from the French/Luxemburg You may hear locals refer to north and northeast of the border offering locals options passes Wetzel, Upper Wetzel your new home of Baumholder actual city of Baumholder (one for quick day trips from “the and Smith Barracks) and the as the “Home of Champions” of the largest military training Rock.” Another convenience German city of Baumholder or “The Rock.” These are areas in Germany). Baum- is that the military community are all are walking distance terms to describe our 31,000 holder is located just 30 miles of Baumholder (which encom- from Garrison Headquarters.

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It is like being centered on a Folks are invited to submit Your local resource for Radio station university campus. To learn photos/articles to the Herald international print news can be Armed Forces Network radio more about what is happening Union. The Herald Union is found in Stars and Stripes, is available by dialing into FM in Baumholder check the fol- your community newspaper, your daily European based 100.2 for the Kaiserslautern lowing resources for happen- so add to the excitement by American English language area and FM 106.1 in Baum- ings on post. sharing travel and other local newspaper focusing on military holder. Guest speakers from photos of community events. news. The popular Travel Baumholder speak on the The Herald Union is your com- Submissions may be sent to Edition prints every Thurs- air regularly about upcoming munity newspaper and is [email protected]. day and the online version of FMWR events and activities, published twice monthly with mil. The online version of the the paper may be found at weekdays at 5 p.m.; so tune in MWR community roundups paper may be found at www. www.stripes.com. to fi nd out what is happening. usually found around page 8. baumholder.army.mil. For real-time info, follow us on Facebook: keyword search Baumholder FMWR in the search engine once you have logged into the site.

Check out the bulletin board facing the area where the community mailroom distributes packages, bldg 8667. Posters on FMWR upcoming events and activities for FMWR are located in the glass case.

Those of you interested in child ren’s activities should look at the Child, Youth, School Services (CYSS) board on in the glass case to the far right of the MWR case.

Finally, updates are continually posted on digital signage in select Family and MWR facilities and on the fi ve outdoor mar- quees located in various areas around Smith Barracks.

Helpful tips Need a number? go to https://phonebook.2sigbde. army.mil/index.html

6 WARRIOR ZONE - JAVA CAFE - NICKS PLACE AT SHOOTERS

Asaya and Garbrielle Guscott at a FMWR special event; fl ags fl y over the commu- nity mailroom; Patrice McCray, CJ Black, LTC McAdoo, Ignacio (Iggy) Rubalcava, James Chen and Bernd Mai socialize at the Rheinlander Community Club. Photos by Alice Verberne. Photo of Soldiers walking to Shooter‘s on Smith Bar- racks in winter by Chris Laurion. Places to have a drink & socialize Coffee favorites Java Cafe Free WiFi at the Java Café free wifi Mon.-Fri.: 7 a.m.-6 p.m., White Chocolate The Java Cafe is a great loca- Sat. 8am – 5 p.m. tion for family readiness group Closed Sun. & Federal holidays meetings and socializing. You Macadamia Nut Latte may also relax with your lap- Located in the Community Mail- top with free wireless internet coffee specials room, bldg. 8661 Raspberry Mocha connection and take the time 485-6439 or to stay connected with your +49-0-6783-6-6439 Dark Chocolate friends and family while trying

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Photos of Soldiers gaming at the Warrior Zone by Kiesha Richardson. Photo of bar tender at the July 4th celebration in Baumholder and Java Cafe employee by Alice Verberne

the coffee specials that are up- logy. The facility offers Free Baumholder’s Interim Warrior Zone dated throughout the year to Internet Access, live action is only the beginning, plans to refl ect the changing seasons. video, online multi-player com- build a new much larger facility petitions, home theater view- are currently under way. The Siggi’s signature cuisine available ing, advanced sound systems new center will include a bar, at the Java Café and an ice hockey table. They kitchen, a lounge, fl at screen Are you just too busy for have three major video gaming TVs, pool tables and several lunch? Grab one of Siggi Zim- consoles, PS3, Xbox 360 and gaming stations among other food mer’s specialty sandwiches or the Wii, with over 50 games amenities aimed at taking the wraps at the Java Cafe. Siggi and over 100 movies from edge off of the rigors of life in currently offers a selection of which to select. the Army. grilled chicken, ham and turkey The Warrior Zone is a Sol- gaming made daily at the Rheinlander dier-only facility but guests are Nick’s place and brought to at the Java welcome when accompanied at Shooters Sports Bar & Diner Café counter wrapped and by their sponsor/friend. Bldg 8167 Next to Outdoor Recre- ready to take-out. Soldiers are allowed to bring ation and just down the hill from in food to the facility. Aside the Shoppette on Smith Barracks. specials Interim Warrior Zone from having computers that Mon-Thurs12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Fri-Sun are used for entertainment Nick Colbert, manager of Thurs12 p.m. – 9 p.m. purposes, single Soldiers have Nick’s place located in the 485-7339 or free computers to handle per- Shooter’s building next to +49-0-6783-6-7339 sonal business such as check- ODR offers a variety of food In the CMR BLDG. 8661, ing bank accounts or Leave and beverage options just RM 149 (black mini-blinds) and Earnings Statement and to walking distance from the Ongoing events: Themed movie contact loved ones. singie Soldier barracks. Try the marathon every Sunday at 2 p.m. Computers are CAC enabled awesome chicken wings with for soldiers who want/need your choice of buffalo, sweet The key feature of the Interim to do a little bit of training to and spicy, bbq, teriyaki or Warrior Zone is its techno- advance their careers. honey mustard.

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take out and home delivery on post

Home delivery Friday - Karaoke Don’t have time to drive out Come out to sing karaoke to to the facility? Call in your your favorite tunes with DJ order for takeout or home MicLovin every Friday from delivery at 485-7004. Delive ry 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. costs $1.50 per order to Smith Barracks and the Wetzel 1st and 3rd Saturday - housing area every day except Latin Night Wednesday from 5 p.m. - Come out to dance to the 11 p.m. Deleveries not avail- best Latin music in the area. able off base, but folks are welcome to do take out for no 2nd and 4th Saturday extra cost. Country Night A boot scootin’ good time Monday - Poker night two-stepping the night away. Bring your friends for a fun night of no limit Texas Sunday - Sports Night Hold’em. Starts at 8 p.m. Enjoy free chips and salsa while watching your favorite Tuesday - Kids Night sporting events. Depending on When parents buy two adult time of year, the drop-down meals, one child (10 and un- projector and four fl at screen der) eats for free. televisions will play what is hot in the sporting world such Wednesday - closed as American football, soccer, race car driving, baseball and Thursday - Ladies Night mixed martial arts. Half-priced drinks from 8 p.m. to midnight.

We take Dollars

9 GOLF, BOWLING AND THE BOSS PROGRAM Stay active and involved in bowling, BOSS and golf

Strikers Bowling Center Sunday Wednesday Bldg. 8105, Smith Barracks, Mommy, Daddy N’ Me– 1300- Customer Appreciation Day – Monday-Thursday 11:30am - 10 pm 1700, Kids 12 and under bowl 1130-1400 Purchase a combina- Friday - Saturday 11:30am - 11 pm for free if their parent or legal tion meal and bowl 1 game for Sunday & U.S. Holidays 1pm - 9 pm guardian bowls with them. Shoes free when you show your receipt +49-0-6783-6-6569 or 485-6569 not included. to the Bowling Counter Atten- Monday dant. Shoes not included. Strike Zone Snack Bar Soldier Time Bowling– 1130-1600 Thursday Bldg. 8105 Smith Barracks Military in uniform bowl for $0.50 Under Cover Pin– (All Day Long) Mon-Thurs 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. a game. Shoes not included If the head pin is in disguise and Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Civilian Time Bowling– 1130-1600 you bowl a strike, you win a free Sun & U.S. Holidays 1 p.m.-8 p.m. Civilians bowl for $1 a game. game coupon. Photo of Bill Clark at Striker‘s bowling center (06783) 6-6569 or DSN 485-6569. Shoes not included Friday Tuesday 2 for 1– (All Day Long), Each per- Bowling Rates, Adults and Youth Birthday Party Program Penny Per Pin– 1130-1600 Pay a son can bowl two games for the $2.25 Open Bowling Take the stress out of planning penny per pin. If the total of all price of one. Shoes not included. $1.75 Shoe rental your next birthday party. $13.95 games bowled totals 375, you only Saturday Note: times and prices subject to pp includes: themed plates, cups, pay $3.75 for your games. Shoes Party Time Bowling– 2000-2300, $3 change. cutlery, napkins, curling ribbon not included. per game with Lights Down-Music and balloons, 2 slices of pizza and Retro Bowl – 1600-2300 Listen to Up! If the head pin is colored and B.O.S.S. Better Opportunities drinks, 2 hours unlimited bowling the classic sounds of the Fifties you bowl a strike, you win a free for Single Soldiers w/ shoe rental, bowling coupon and Sixties and pay Fifties prices. game coupon. Shoes not included. 485-8251 or +49-0-6783-6- per person and more all set up by Shoes and games all cost $0.50 U.S. Holiday Celebrations - (All Day 8251. Across the street from the Bowling Center staff. each. Long) $1 per game, $1 per shoes. PX. BLDG. 8698

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stay active all year-round

ties are state of the art with a full a tournament and do not show up practice green for improving put- will not receive a refund. ting skills to the driving range with The golf course is open for public open air and covered stations, two play 15 minutes after the last group teaching booths and sand bunker. tees off in events that require tee times. Golf course will open for Cart Fees: $16 for 9-holes / $26 public play 15 minutes after the for 18-holes; total fee per cart last group passes the fi rst tee in (1 or 2 riders) Shotgun Start tournaments.

The pro shop carries an assort- US - Rolling Hills Golf Course ment of golfi ng products, by some sponsored event Entry fee is gene- of the game’s biggest names in rally $35 for members and $40 clubs, balls, shoes, gloves, clothing for non-members, (except Club by Alice Verberne. Photo at Rolling Hills Golf Course by David Delisio. and accessories. If they don’t have Champs. which is $60 for mem- what you want in stock, the pros bers and $75 for non-members). BOSS Adopt-a-Road program Rolling Hills Golf Course at the shop will be happy to spe- Kids Sat. Golf Clinic cost is $5 per BOSS members meet once a Weekdays- 9 am to 8 pm, weekends/ cial order it for you at no extra visit. The entry fee includes clubs, month to help keep streets tidy. holidays- 8am to 8 pm. cost. Don‘t miss the holiday and balls, and the lesson. Adopt-a-Road is way for BOSS Upper Wetzel Kaserne, Bldg 8888, winter sales offered every year. members to get involved in their near the swimming pool. Thurs. Night Scramble sign up community and make a difference 485-7299 or+49-0-6783-6-7299 Club house deadline is 5:45. Entry fee is $15. in keeping our environment clean. The club house seats up to 60 Rolling Hills Management will Earn promotion points, help the Rolling Hills Golf Course is a 9 people. The Rolling Hills Club determine teams for this event. Baumholder Military Community, hole golf course, with practice party room is available for $75 for and stay involved; join today. green, driving range, pro shop, and small functions of up to 60 people; German - Rolling Hills Golf Club BOSS Soldiers meet at the Warrior club house. A variety of gol fi ng great for retirement or hail and sponsored event. Entry fee is de- Zone once per month to go over opportunities exist including farewells. termined by the German Club. Quality of Life issues and put normal open play, tournaments of forward input on how to improve different types and styles of play, Mens/Ladies Days are typically held Ladies Clinic is 3 sessions of golf their program. and instruction from child to adult. on Wednesday and usually start in instruction culminating in a 9 hole BOSS Trips happen the last Satur- The course is open year round May and end sometime in Novem- mini tournament on the last day day of every month to locations (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, ber, depending on the weather. for the cost of $50. Golf balls and in Germany and surrounding eu- and New Year’s Day[s]) and clubs provided. Closed Events – ropean countries. BOSS Soldiers available to anyone age 6 and up. Non-members need to pay greens fi elds to be determined by team are encouraged to obtain a tourist Children, 15 and under, must have fees for all events. All sign-up for captains, or a part of a German passport in order to participate adult supervision. tournaments deadlines are the last golf league. No sign-ups will be on the maximum options of trips working day before tournament allowed for these events. locations available. Participants Driving Range and practice facili- starts. To complete tournament must be a single soldier or a geo- ties registration, the player must pay Note: prices and times subject to graphical bachelor to participate Tokens are available for purchase for the event in advance. Keep in change. Call for tee-times.. in activities. at the pro shop. Practice facili- mind that persons who sign up for

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Hey all you sports and

Hours Hall of Champions PFC; and shed some light on one of Monday – Fri 0530-2100; Sat, the best, most maligned forms Sun and holidays (federal and of exercise. Indoor cycling is training) 1200 – 20000 Mountaineer PFC; Monday – Fri accessible to exercisers of all 0530-2100; closed on weekends levels. Stop at Mountaineer PFC for a fabulous spin class Hall of Champions 8105 Mu- while tightening your bod and seum Str on Smith barracks brightening your day. Mountaineer 8220 Infantry avenue on Smith Barracks Check out the TRX Suspension Phone 485- 303/7418/71766671/ or +49-0- Training System at the Physi- 6783-6-6303/7418/71766671, cal Fitness Center. TRX is Aquatics, 485-7093 or +49-0- suggested as a rehabilitation 6783-6-7093 tool as well as a program for hardcore athletic training. FREE Fitness Orientations To use the equipment, show Schedule an appointment at your ID card to the front desk your convenience to learn of the Hall of Champions or all about what programs and Mountaineer Physical Fit- equipment are available. The ness Center and the staff will program is for adults, 18+. provide you with the TRX Sign up at Hall of Champions System, an exercise guide and Sports Offi ce Mon. through a brief TRX orientation. TRX Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Training combines strength training and cardio combined Try Kickboxing, Step, Butts and training using the participants Guts, Abs, Cardio Mix and Body own body weight. Because the Sculpting. All fi tness levels are user can effortlessly control welcome to attend. Classes are the resistance and level of $4 per class or you may buy a diffi culty by simply shifting the pack of 10 tickets for $30. position of their body.

Does the prospect of being Water Aerobics Class is general- strapped to an agonizing ly taught in the shallow end medieval torture device sound of the pool and Aqua Jogger preferable to a spending an Class is generally taught in hour in a spin class? It is time the deep end of the pool. The to conquer your fear of Spin. courses are for adults, 17+ Our spin instructor is here to years; youth 13+ years actively soothe your misconceptions participating with parent. Cost 12

SPORTS stay active

Fitness Center and are free while polishing your poise, on certain days. The full body posture, musicality and confi - strength and fl exibility training dence. challenges and relaxes your Aquatics Tuesdays thru Fridays, muscles, mind and spirit. The 11:30 a.m -7 p.m. Saturdays, Sculpt & Tone/Body Sculpting class 10-5 p.m. Closed Sundays, is held at the Mountaineer Mondays, and holidays, un- Physical Fitness Center and less otherwise posted (hours is currently offered for free. are subject to change). Facility This functional fi tness program location: Building 8897, Upper helps strengthen the body. Wetzel, at the Rolling Hills area Zumba dance is an exciting and (Morse Road). Recreational and effective fusion of international lap swimming is available during Latin dance as a workout. operational hours. The class is offered for $4 per American Red Cross Courses session or participants may Courses are periodically of- can also be scheduled by reser- resistance of the water using purchase advance tickets in fered in Lifeguard Training, vation for aquatic exercise. rhythmic movements to music bulk for $30 for a pack of ten. Water Safety Instructor and for aerobic conditioning. The Water Aerobics is offered at Lifeguard Instructor. For Water Aerobics is generally class is conducted in the shal- the Baumholder pool and is a further information, contact taught in the shallow end of low end of the pool. The Aqua safe, effective workout in the the Aquatics Manager at 485- the pool while Aqua Jogger is Jogger class uses a training water. For more info contact 709 for details or to get on an generally taught in the deep device to support the body in the Aquatics Center 485-7093. e-mail list. end of the pool. These classes the water. Using movements Aikido is offered at the Moun- are for adults, 17+ years; against the water promotes taineer Fitness Center and Unit Training youth 13+ years actively par- the use of many muscle groups costs $50/month. This class is Unit training for annual Water ticipating with parent. Classes in the legs, torso, and arms, the Japanese martial art of self- Survival Training, APFT Swim cost $4 per person/class, or for strength and aerobic con- defense in a non-intimidating Test, Combat Water Survival $30 for 10 classes. ditioning. The class is conduc- environment. Testing, and other military ted in deep water. Adult Ballet currently costs $85/ aquatics training are available by The Water Aerobics class com- month. Get a great workout reservation. In addition, unit PT bines exercises and the natural relax and center

Photo by Bernd Kurth Softball player missed a key catch during a game on Smith Barracks. 14 VALUE ADDED TAX OFFICE save money Stop throwing your money away: Shopping get 19% back when you purchase items on the economy in Germany and using the Value Value Added Tax Offi ce and Utility Tax Avoidance Program Added Tax Smith Barracks Bldg. 8661, Room 211 Offi ce Phone: 485 1780 or (06783) 6 1780 Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to Noon and 1-5 p.m. Monday through Friday from 9:30 ALL DAY WEDNESDAY a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 485-1780 / CIV 06783-6-1780 When shopping on the Ger- Fast facts for Value man economy, residents pay Added Tax Relief 19% 19% sales tax. Many of the purchases offi cial U.S. ID Card There are two types of holders make may be reim- VAT forms: the Un-priced bursed if the person is eligible form for purchases up to € for tax relief. Head over to the 2,499.99 without tax and the Community Activities Cen- priced form for purchases ter in Baumholder on Smith to the vendor, hand over the layout of a dwelling (over over € 2,500 without tax. Barracks to talk to the Value form and the check receive 15,000 Euro) or seeking VAT Un-priced are $4 each and Added Tax personnel to fi nd the product or service. reimbursement after a pur- are used for everyday kinds out how to purchase forms to Only the white original chase has already been made Step 3: of purchases such as furni- help defer those hefty taxes. copy is to be returned to the or other purchases prohibited ture and clothes. The priced VAT Offi ce, the Pink Carbon by Army in Europe Regulation form is $6 and generally used copy remains with the cus- 215-6 (if in doubt, check with How it works for vehicle purchases/repairs. Step 1: Personally register tomer for their records. your local U.S. Forces Tax with your local U.S. Forces Note: You must buy tax relief Relief Offi ce fi rst) VAT forms are not allowed for Tax Relief Offi ce. Obtain and forms from your local tax purchases related to invest- read additional regulation and relief offi ce before making the Important Tip ment, resale or real property. procedure information. purchase. When shopping at Real, IKEA, Step 2: Purchase the type of tax Goods and Services where C&A, Kaufhof, Hertie, Neck- When using the form(s) you need from your VAT payment can be avoided erman, Media Markt or other Un-priced VAT form in Tax Relief Offi ce. The following car purchases, repairs and large department stores, check Germany, fi rst ask the mer- two types are available: maintenance, clothing, furni- with store offi cials (usually chant if they accept the form. Purchases up to 2,500 Euro ture, appliances, tools, gifts information counter) to fi nd If they do, and after they’ve (Unpriced Purchase Orders, (for ID card holders and folks out if they accept tax relief signed the form, be sure to used for purchases of 2,500 back home), car rentals (for documents and how they are return the white copy to the Euro and less) purchase tax leisure needs), eating out processed prior to making a VAT Offi ce. forms (you may only have a (family or large group events), purchase. Normally stores maximum of 10 forms at any repair services, legal services require you to pay the full pur- For purchases using the given time) forms are valid for (not for purchase/sale of real- chase price (including tax) at Priced form, you must 2 years from the day of issue estate), group travel (tours, fa- the register, then the tax relief present an advance cost authorized family members cility usage, etc.), home repair documents are processed at estimate (Angebot/Kosten- may also use the forms using 2 (not renovations) and more. the information counter and voranschlag) to the VAT or more forms for purchases provide a refund of the VAT Offi ce BEFORE the actual totaling more than 2,500 Euro Goods and Services where tax you paid at the register. purchase. is illegal. relief may NOT be used It is not mandatory for a ven- Purchases over 2,500 Euro Business activities (either dor to accept the VAT FORM. Be sure to ask the VAT (Priced Purchase Orders), home-based or German Some vendors do not partici- Offi ce staff about tax free for larger ticket items such licensed), permitting unauthor- pate in this program. utilities (electric, water, as a vehicle, you must obtain ized personnel to use your gas) in Germany for the a cost estimate from the forms (non ID card holders), It may be helpful to take following utility compa- vendor made out to CMWRF. purchasing utilities directly along a copy of Information nies in the baumholder Payment must be made with from utility company, tele- on Tax-Relief for Merchants region: RWE Trier, a Casher Check made out to phone service, renovations, in Germany according to the Stadtwerke Kusel, Pfalz- CMWRF. The estimate must new construction, new addi- NATO SOFA/SA (German or werke, OIE, Stadtwerk be presented to the VAT Of- tions to homes, customized English) to show merchants Energis Saarbrücken. fi ce with cost estimate go back kitchens that fi t a particular that explains the VAT form. 15 Cliff Country The Dahner Felsenland

The Dahner Felsenland or “Cliff Country” on the French border is one of the most romantic stretches of countryside in Europe. Bizar- rely formed red sandstone crags and cliffs, dense forests and idyllic, refreshing lakes provide an ideal landscape for relaxation. On the hilltops mighty old medieval castles and ruins stand guard. The Dahner Felsenland is ideal for families with children, hikers, cyclists and nature-lovers. Cross-border from Castle to Castle

The Dahn Rockland may also be called Palatine-Castle-Land. Secret passages lead downwards into underground rock chambers and dungeons, whereas high up on the battlements visitors may enjoy a magnificent view over the legendary Dahn Rockland. The fortress “Berwartstein” with its armoury, torture chamber and underground passages is one of the most popular castles of the Palatinate Region. Another sight not to be missed: the mighty castle trio “Altdahn-Grafendahn-Tanstein” consisting of three fortresses on one rock massif including a Castle Museum. The “Drachenfels” offers you a castle adventure of the special kind while the hidden castle ruin “Blumenstein” – the haunted castle - invites you to dream. Situated close to the French border, “Wegelnburg” Castle, the highest castle ruin of the Palatinate, offers a splendid view. From there on, the castle ruins “Hohenburg”, “Löwenstein” and “Fleckenstein” in France are not very far. Unearthly underground

Fladensteine geo trail - Geology up close The geo trail circles arround the Fladenstein massif with its seven tall rocks takes you back 250 million years and more in the earth’s history. Along the one-hour path you will find interesting information about the development of the different types of rock, their local occurrence and their utilization as indispensable raw material. Departure/ Arrival: Bundenthal

Fascinating colors and shapes On twelve kilometers the circular trail fol- lows narrow paths that take you to some striking rock formations. Very impressive is the variety of the rock shapes. Departure/Arrival: Dahn

Nothweiler iron ore mine The exhibition mine offers a unique oppor- tunity for a glimpse at the miners’ lives. On the 420 meter long tour you get a good look at the secrets of the depths of the earth. Welcome! Here is how you can reach us

Contact: Tourist-Information Dahner Felsenland Schulstraße 29, 66994 Dahn, phone +49 6391-9196222, fax +49 6391-91960222 [email protected], www.dahner-felsenland.net

Baumholder 85 km to Dahn

Mannheim Ludwigshafen Kaiserslautern B37 Bad Dürkheim

A6 A6 Heidelberg B270 Neustadt an der A61 Weinstraße B39 A62 Zweibrücken B48 Speyer Hockenheim nach A65 Saarbrücken B 272 A5 A8 HintHinterweidenthal Annweiler B10 Pirmasens Landau

B 427 Dahn Bad Bergzabernab

Bitche Wörth N62 Lembach Weißenburg FRANKREICH Karlsruhe D 263 A8 A4

Hagenau DEUTSCHLAND N63 Saverne

Straßburg

Have you tree-topped yet?! The biosphere house “Palatinate Forest/ Northern Vosges” in Fischbach with its breathtaking treetop trail – what an expe- rience! www.wipfelpfad.de

Bare feet and wooden heads The 1.6 kilometer barefoot path offers a refreshing experience, and on the sculpture trail visitors are greeted by more than 30 figures from the world of legend and fable.

RHEINLANDER Siggi Zimmer Cuisi the place in Baumholder to hold your special event

beautiful historic building, excellent food and g Rheinlander Community

says Susan Thompsen, reserva- check if the date and room they The services that the Rheinlander Book your tions clerk for the Rheinlander. want is actually available. At some offers don’t stop there. In addition “The Rheinlander point they will to renting out their rooms, the next party remains a popular need to come in Rheinlander also provides catering place because it’s If you are having a so they can have through their contractor, Siggi at the the largest building huge party, you can a look at the Zimmer. Starting at $6 per person, in Baumholder” says room and sign the you can get a fi nger food buffet Rheinlander Thompsen. even rent the entire agreement.” that includes some of the basics building for only like meat balls, chicken wings, story by Dani Jackson So exactly who is After an agree- wraps, egg rolls and a vegetable allowed to rent a $300 per function. ment is made, or fruit platter. “The fi nger food Having a party in government room in the Rhein- the customer will buffet is very popular with promo- housing can get quite crowded, lander Community need to schedule tion ceremonies.” not to mention, no one likes Club? Like most military venues, a date to meet with the conces- cleaning up. So where can you go booking a room in the Rheinland- sionaire to agree to a menu, prices that has enough space to accom- er is available for all military and and terms. Until the contract is modate hungry, energetic children US ID cardholders. Non ID card- signed and fi nalized, reservations or adults that are ready to have a holders can also attend activities are held on a tentative status. “If good time? You guessed it – The as guests of authorized patrons. people are booking a unit function, Rheinlander Community Club. it must be noted on the contract. All that is required for those that Sure, this location is ideal for cannot access Smiths Barracks Once the rental agreement is community information briefi ngs is that they submit pertinent signed the customer has up to and hail and farewells, but did you information through the host 72 hours prior to the event know that you can also rent out to the Rheinlander reservations to change the contract” says some of their rooms? If you are clerk four to fi ve days in advance Thompsen. All dues and fees are having a huge party, you can even in order to prepare and submit due 48 hours before the event. rent the entire building for only an access roster to allow) for the The customer can pay in advance $300 per function. period of the event. if they choose to and will receive a NAF receipt voucher. “People come in and want to rent According to Thompsen, booking a room for birthday parties, balls the Rheinlander isn’t as diffi cult or a sit down dinner….I am the as one might think. “People can one that schedules it in the book,” call and make a reservation and I 22 RHEINLANDER

ne at the Rheinlander Community Club Chicken Buffett at the Rheinlander Bldg. 8085 Smith Barracks, Community Club Baumholder. Restaurant is closed on Thursday $8 with dessert bar, tea Monday evenings, Saturdays, Sundays, (free refi lls). 5 p.m.-9 p.m. and holidays, but open for special event bookings. Family Style Dinner at the Rhein- lander Community Club Rheinlander catering at the Rhein- Friday $8 with dessert bar, tea (free lander Community Club refi lls). 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Need an event catered? Siggi’s famously delicious cooking is a Siggi’s signature cuisine at the Java great way to cater your next event Café no matter how large or small. All Are you just too busy for lunch? Grab menu items are priced by the dozen a specialty coffee or drink at the except platters. Java Café and one of Siggi Zimmer’s specialty sandwiches or wraps while Have lunch on us at the Rheinlander you are there. Siggi currently offers Community Club a selection of grilled chicken, ham Purchase ten all-you-can-eat meals and turkey at the Java Café counter, to get the 11th one FREE. Just ask wrapped and ready to take-out. Keep your server for a punch card upon an eye on the display counter; Siggi great prices paying for your meal. One free meal is now offering specialty cakes such per person upon redemption of this as Black Forest cake and cheesecake Photos of Siggi Zimmer and food by card. The lunch buffet is $8, Mon-Fri at the Java Café.You can get even David Delisio. Photo of board and 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and the dinner more wholesome quick meals at the building by Alice Verberne. buffet is $8, Thur-Fri. 5-9 p.m. Java with even more menu items: Club turkey wraps ($3.50). Items are made All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet at the fresh daily from the Rheinlander and If you choose to go with a tradi- In addition to catering services, Rheinlander Community Club include all fresh ingredients with vari- tional buffet, the price starts at if you need entertainment, a $8 dessert bar, tea (free refi lls). ous combinations, including chicken, $11 per person which includes 3 house DJ is also available for rent, Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. ham and veggies. meats, 5 side dishes, bread, a salad however, patrons are not required bar and dessert.” All food options to use him. and pricing include coffee, water, tea and also include the set up and Not the decorating type? You can According to Thompsen. “All of party! The Rheinlander is located clean up fee. also have decorations put up for our holiday or themed events are on Smith Barracks building 8085 an extra $1 per person. (All above usually ongoing-events such as (across from the CMR Building).. In case you are already thinking agreements and prices are subject Valentine’s day dinner, Easter and of booking your next party at the to change until fi nalized and re- Mother’s day brunches just to Story submission courtesy of Dani Rheinlander, please be advised fl ected on an offi cial party contract name a few. Jackson while working in the Marke- that no outside food or drink are by the concessionaire). ting Intern Program for Installation allowed due to the fact that the If you’re not looking to rent out Does the Rheinlander sound like Management Command in conjunc- Rheinlander is a Family and MWR space, swing by for some of the it could be of use to you? Give tion with the Baumholder Marketing facility, however, exceptions are Rheinlander’s on-going brunches them a call at 485-6533 or CIV Offi ce. To learn more about getting made for cakes. and themed dinners. 06783-6-6533 and book your next published call 485-6263.

23 ART CENTER framing, retail, plaques, balloons, art and crafting classes Make someones day Use the Art Center‘s creative possibilities to show how much you care and have a great time doing it

Arts and Crafts Center Bldg. 8895, Upper Wetzel, Baumholder M-F, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sa, Noon-5 p.m. Closed Sundays and US Holidays 06783-6-6687 or DSN 485-6687 For more information email [email protected]

For more information about any of our services or classes, email us at [email protected], visit us at our Facebook page (Baumholder Arts and Crafts) or visit our blog at www.baumholderartsandcrafts.wordpress.com.

Craft Retail Store Get all your crafting supplies at the Baumholder Creative Arts Center. We carry items for scrapbooking, fi ne arts, crochet and knitting, sewing, general crafts, jewelry making and cake decorating.

Professional Framing Get stunning results at a reasonable price with the Baum- hol der Creative Art Center. Whether you have paintings, prints or military art, they will advise and assist on making your treasure a true work of art such as fi ne art, military guide-ons, coins and awards. Projects are priced upon design, size, frame and mat selection.

Plaque Shop Need plaques for saying farewell to a colleague, a unit award IDAR-OBERSTEIN

24 ART CENTER

Gifts, craft items, fi ne art materials and classes are available to commend excellence or ate your page. You can paint, Decoupage dazzle Macre jewelry necklace. athletic achievement? Plaques draw, collage, embellish, See how easy it can be to Whether you are looking for are perfect for military awards stamp, stencil, etc. We provide decorate your cherished items a little surfer style or earthy and farewell gifts. Customized you with a large assortment using the art of decoupage, a elegance, macramé is the class plating for any occasion is of scrapbook papers, stamps, craft dating from 17th century you need to take this summer. also available. All projects are paint, brushes, embellishments Venice. You too can learn this Learn basic knots using natural priced based on design, size, of ALL kinds…everything you art of decorating an object by hemp and colorful beads to and material selection. could possibly need to create gluing paper cutouts onto it in create fun and gorgeous pieces your pages. combination with special paint that compliment any style. Cost For a price quote, bring your effects. Cost is $10 per person, is $10 per person, all supplies requirements to the plaque Each class is only $5 and most materials are provided included except for personal shop and we’ll help you design includes all supplies to create by the instructor. Students are items. your customized layout. your pages. It is only $15 if encouraged to bring a small The new laser engraver uses you would like to purchase object to decoupage. computer technology to one of our albums, otherwise design an unlimited number of you may bring your own specialized creations. Almost 12×12 three ring binder in any material can be engraved, which to keep your pages. including wood, glass, acrylic, metal and cloth. Knitting classes now available Learn: how to “cast on” to Plaques range from 7 x 9 begin a project, two basic knit- inches to 15 x 13 inches and ting stitches, the importance are priced based on design, of gauge, fi xing mistakes, and size, and material selection. binding off to fi nish a project. For a price quote, bring your Designed for beginner knit- requirements to the plaque ters, but all are welcome. Only shop and we’ll help you design $10 per person; ask about our your customized layout. group discounts. Projects are usually available within a week, but customers Basic beading course may also request a 48-hour Make your own jewelry to service for an extra charge. compliment your unique style. Learn to design, arrange Balloon Center and string a necklace, as well Next time you need balloons as how to add charms and for your party, remember that clasps. With collage pendants, we have both Mylar, latex and learn how to decorate small new bubble balloons in a wide wooden shapes or bottle caps variety of shapes and colors. with a photo, sticker or other small objects. These items I Can’t Believe can be used as pendants as It’s Not Scrapbooking jewelry, zipper pulls, magnets In this series you will create a and more. Classes are $10 per book that is actually based on person. your hopes, dreams, experi- ences, and goals. It’s all about Crochet, beginning and advanced you! It is similar to scrap- Learn the simple and reward- booking only you don’t use ing craft of crochet, a process Aktive Freizeit im pictures. It is called an Art of creating fabric from yarn by Sankt Wendeler Journal. Each week you will looping it through a crochet Land Bostalsee receive a new prompt to jour- hook. Advanced crochet Premiumwandern nal about. You will be fi lling will teach more complicated 300 Kilometer Radnetz your page with visual elements stitches and techniques. Cost Tourist-Information rather than words. is $10 per person for each Sankt Wendeler Land class, most course materials Am Seehafen 66625 Nohfelden-Bosen You will be able to choose are provided by the instructor, Tel. (06852) 90 11-0 any medium you like to cre- chiefl y for beginners class. www.sankt-wendeler-land.de 25 OUTDOOR RECREATION cycle, swim, dive, shoot, ski, tour, fi sh See the world, an adventure at a time SCUBA & sky diving, camping, shooting, fi shing, biking, kayaking, snowboarding... Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 8167, Smith Barracks, Closed Wednesday Open all other days 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call (06783) 6-7182 or 485-7182/6345/6202. Outdoor Recreation Culture and Trips Have a hankering to see the city of lights? Take a trip to Paris with ODR. Perhaps you want to get a famous German hand- crafted clock from the Black Forest while you are touring Europe? Whether it is shopping, culture or sights you want to do, ODR has the trip for you. During the harvest season try a wine or beer fest. ODR has trips to Oktoberfest and other sea- sonal fests such as the Trier Bread and Circus, Keukenhof Tulip, Mosel Wine and many Medieval Market festivals. In the summer ODR goes to some of the most famous amusement parks in Europe such as Euro Disney, Movie World, Leogland and Europa Park. ODR will even take folks to concerts and conventions such as the Saarbrucken Tatoo convention or the auto show in Frankfurt if a minimum amount of paid sign-ups are available to make each trip a go. Call ODR for details on the exact number of folks needed for each trips since each trip depends on the size of the bus and duration of the trip. Besides short day and weekend trips, ODR also arranges longer trips for those interested in visiting other countries. Participants may go to the beach, diving or tour around to learn more about the culture. In recent years, trips to Malta and Croatia have been very popular. For instance the trip to Pula, Croatia offers ODR Mountain Bike Program group sites for up to 100 access to visit the National park of Brijuni nearby where there is Cannondale full suspension people available at $35 per a safari park, a Byzantine castrum and a Roman residential villa in mountain bikes are available day. The pavilion next to the Verige Bay. Pula has great diving opportunities that include Ro- to rent for $20 per day. Take driving range is available for man galleys and WW1 warships. There is an aquarium inside the them out and give them a spin. rent for $30 per day. RV and one hundred and eighteen-year old Austro-Hungarian fortress Baumholder offers beginner to group sites include fi re pits where visitors have direct contact with fi sh in an open tank. The expert level local trail rides, and grills. The campground Malta trip offers divers some of the best of the Mediterrenian guided trips and self guided area and next to driving range and for non-divers, there is the island of Gozo, one of the oldest tours. Don’t miss out on the and the Pavilion 1 and 2 build- religous sites in the world known as Gntija. Boat tours are avail- awesome trails from level one ings 8887 and 8886 cost $30- able to three islands for waterfront dining. Other must-see at- to three (easy rides, techni- $35 depending on the location. The campground can handle tractions on Gozo are the Blue Hole and Inland Sea. Note: prices cal and advanced). Guided a very large group size and and times subject to change. Contact ODR/Rod and Gun Club for the trips are also available to the is open year round. Reserva- most recent pricing and dates available. Pfalzerwald (about 1.5 hours from Baumholder near Lan- tions made earlier are better. dau) offering 15-70 km of epic Available on a fi rst come, fi rst single-track trails. ODR needs serve basis. Best sites for the groups of 8 to make the trips summer are reserved months a go. The group may be split in advance. into ability levels to run the course. 40 Rental Bikes are ODR High ropes course available. and team building program ODR High ropes course team Get back to nature; go camping building program costs $45 Five minutes from main post per person; minimum of eight near Rolling Hills Golf Course. people required for program. ODR Campgrounds areas are available for rent all year Fishing pond ODR has access to round. ODR has 40 RV Sites a pond stocked with Rainbow Photo of Gastein Austria by David Delesio available at $10 per day, three Trout (pan size and up) fi ve 26 OUTDOOR RECREATION

minutes from main post. Cus- own bow. Interested partici- one water so many folks who Ski and snowboard equipment tomers do not need a license pants may make a reservation are interested in a relaxing Adults can be outfi tted with to fi sh in our pond, but will to purchase the kits and then day trip will be interested in gear for as low as $18 per need a permit. Coordination build the bows. These bows trying kayaking for a fun family day. Patrons who are really for a permit to fi sh for the day are usually traditional native trip. Patrons may rent vests, into gear may want to try the is available through ODR for American style bows. The paddles, canoes, helmets and upgrade demo ski package $15 for a three fi sh limit, $25 instructor will show students kayaks to take out on their with high-end gear featuring for a fi ve fi sh limit. If a person how to make lines, fl etch- own or schedule a trip with a this year’s K-2 Crossfi re name is caught fi shing without the ing, arrows and all the parts minimum of eight participants brand that retails for about required permit they could be students need to make a bow through ODR and they will $1,000 per pair. This para- fi ned by the German govern- that would have been typically arrange everything for the bolic ski, along with boots and ment. Group rates vary with used in the 1600s. participants for a low fee per poles, rents for $36 per day size/amount of time fi shed. person. and is a smart move for folks Learn how to fi sh who would like to test out the Trap and Skeet Range with the ODR fi shing course ODR also offers Austria Adventrue expensive stuff before plop- 30rd trap $5 Learn the skill of fl y-fi shing trips over long weekends ping down a wad of cash. 15rd skeet $2.50 from a certifi ed German fi sh- where individuals will experi- 30rd skeet $5 ing guide with a one day Rod ence class three water and will Outdoor Rec also can help take 25rd rolling rabbit $6 and Gun Club introduction have to pass a swimming test. the hassle out of planning your 15rd rolling rabbit $5 course. Tackle and day pass Cost for the trip is about 350 ski trip. If you sign up for a Range hours are from 1000- are included. Course requires Euro per person. trip, you will not have to 1500 hours, every day of the an eight-person minimum to worry about fi nding the lifts, week except Wednesday. make the course a go. ODR SCUBA Certifi cation booking a hotel or fi guring out Open year round. Must have also offers intensive three-day Course price is $395 and the cool places to enjoy après- range safety class before use. courses. online course work can be ski. The staff will have all that Class offered at ODR range. completed for free before taken care of for you. They Guns cost: $5. No reserva- Fly fi shing completing the open water have weekend and package ski tions taken. Available on a fi rst Weekend seminars to learn diving. Diving consists of two deals that offer value, savings come, fi rst serve basis. the art of fl y fi shing are sched- weekends and fi ve open-water and American know-how. uled depending on the season. dives at Kronau Lake. Schedul- Paintball fi eld Individuals learn fl y tying and ing is fl exible and weekends Long weekend trips to Switzerland If you have your own equip- casting. The seminar is free. don’t have to be consecutive. Austria making use of the fede- ment, the fi eld usage fee is Afterward the students are All equipment is supplied. ral holiday schedule, so call $20 per person, per day. able to attend a fi shing day Students are encouraged ODR for a list of trips. Day If you need equipment, the (cost is 20 Euros per person) to purchase their ABC gear trips to the Black Forest are fi eld usage and equipment and is held at the Forellehof in (mask, fi ns and snorkel). Dive offered on selected Saturdays check out fee is $30 per per- Berfi nk, Germany. center also offers all necessa- during ski season and are great son, per day. ry equipment for purchase at for those wanting to get into Special rates of $15 per per- German Hunting Course a discounted price for new the sport. son, per day are available for This eight-week German students. ODR also offers unit training time. The paint- hunting course is offered over advanced SSI courses through ball fi eld is open year round. weekends and twice per week instructor level 3. Hours of operation: 1000- for $150 per person. Attend- 1500 hrs. Max number of ees will become a licensed participants per session or day hunter in Germany with all is 100. Group reservations weapon privileges. are only taken on weekdays. The hunting license costs Reserve at least one week in extra (approximately 186 advance. Euros). Hunting insurance also costs and is usually costs 120 Archery Euros or more and is good for Archery range is available for three years. A minimum of use (near the Trap and Skeet 15 people is required. range). Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied Skydiving by an adult but are allowed Bitberg aeroclub takes vat to learn archery if they are forms and the ODR will assist supervised. Individuals may re- in getting you into the sport. serve a time for instruction on The club speaks English and how to safely use the equip- offer static line and accelera- ment and then will be given ted freefall. access to the range. Call for cost to rent the equipment. Canoeing and Kayaking Instructors may also show Trips can be done by reserva- students how to make their tion. Germany usually has class 27 HILLTOP THEATER - GLEE CLUB broaden your skills, use your talent to win or just come out and be entertained

Photo of Hilltop Theater dramatic play And Then There Were None by Ignacio (Iggy) Rubalcava. Singer at Independence Day celebration & Five Finger Death Punch by Alice Verberne Baumholder Entertainment, Hilltop Theater, Glee Club: acts, music, magic, comedy, song

Special Events and entertainment Fami ly members 18 years and The Hilltop Community Theater is Join the Hilltop Theater Glee Club are ongoing throughout the year older. Finalists compete locally and open to all ID cardholders and The Glee Club is a professional- in Baumholder. Comedy shows, then go onto compete on the Pen- local nationals. A variety of per- level show choir for the Baum- bands, msuical acts magicians, tagon Channel. Last year’s grand formances – mysteries, dramas, holder community. They will cheerleaders, puppet shows and prize was an all-expense-paid trip comedies, one-act plays and perform throughout the year for children’s entertainment are just for two to Los Angeles, CA, to re- musicals. The Hilltop staff works various events. The singers are a few of the acts that came to the cord a three-song demo CD. Each with a large group of U.S. and a mix of American and German Baumholder Military Community year prizes are awarded to the German volunteers to produce volunteers that produce qual- with the coordination and efforts fi rst ($500) through third ($100) quality English language commu- ity musical performances. The of Family and MWR this year. In place fi nishers. Audience members nity theater. Volunteers are the Glee Club is looking for talented addition, Family and MWR hosts who came out to support their core of the theater and the soul singers who want to develop their two annual bazaars, one in the favorite contestants at all the local of the performances. The Hilltop skills in music. Rebekah Ankrom- spring and one in the fall each events won a $300 “Spirit Award” offers local nationals a chance to Baker, music director for the year so that folks may shop for given to the most supportive unit improve their on-the-spot speak- Hilltop Theater, has an extensive European style antiques, wine, or Family Readiness Group. ing skills while offering host nation background in theater and has a paintings, silk and wool carpets, Selection at the installation level relations and a way for Americans master’s degree in opera from jewelry, clothing and other novel- is done through a combination stationed in Baumholder to touch Boston Conservatory. Her goal is ty items without even leaving the of audience voting, scores from the community. to make the Hilltop Theater the base. The event is usually held in a three-judge panel and audience The theater relies on the dedica- main theater for the Baumholder the Hall of Champions, bldg 8105 votes. The judges’ ratings count tion of volunteers who are willing area. on Smith Barracks. For details for 50 percent of the participants’ to commit time and effort to cre- Join the Hilltop Theater Group contact the special events coordi- score. ting the best possible experience The Hill Top staff works with nator at 485-6115 or +49(0)6783- for the audience. Volunteers who a large group of American and 6115. The U.S. Army Soldier Show is a wish to discover the joy of per- German Volunteers to produce In past years, Baumholder has professionally choreographed, forming are welcome. If you have quality English language commu- received two long standing pro- family-style variety show featu- questions about volunteering, nity theatre. The theater group is grams that are highly anticipated ring performances that span from contact the Hilltop Theater at looking for volunteers who wish events: Operation Rising Star and Broadway musicals, to country, civ (06783) 6-7244 or email to discover the joy of perform- the Soldier Show. gospel, R&B, and top 40 songs. [email protected]. ing. The Hill Top will produce a Operation Rising Star is modeled Performances are held on post To order tickets or for more wide variety of shows this year after the popular television show or in local community venues. information about performances including dramas, musicals and American Idol. The competition is Admission is free of charge and is dates and times, contact the comedies. open to all Active Duty, Reserve, always open to authorized patrons Creative Arts Center box offi ce and National Guard Soldiers for of Family, Morale, Welfare and at civ (06783) 6-6687 or email all branches of service and their Recreation. [email protected]. 28 SPECIAL EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Youth After-School Teen Glee Club where the U-Fix-It Store is currently Starting Sept. 20 located, by January. This will allow New this year at the Hilltop them to start work on the biggest Theater is their after-school event of the year, “Seussical theater program. Starting Sept. The Musical,” which will be the 2012 19, the Hilltop Theater will cast Baumholder entry into the Toppers. and rehearse the youth musical This is a show for the entire family to “Honk.” A new member of the participate in. Children and parents are Baumholder community, fresh invited to auditions in December. from Aviano, Italy, Kristen There will be a tremendous amount of Holiday has volunteered to work required to gut and build a new direct this musical based on a stage in the new location this fall so fresh take of the old story “The Hilltop Theater members are looking Ugly Duckling.” for help. Anyone who would like to This show will be a 100% youth “get physical” is invited to join the production. Hilltop Theater when they get the ap- Along with the after-school theater proval to begin work. Anyone who can program, the theater will be working swing a hammer or help haul wood, with the EDGE program to start among other tasks, is invited. “Teen Glee,” as an after-school choir A request for help will be publicized as “Honk,” youth after-school theater “Greater Tuna,” comedy program. the time approaches and a work date Nov. 11, 12, 18, 19, 20 April 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21 Also this year, the Hilltop Theater will has been set. Auditions Sept. 19 “Murder in the Rheinlander,” be working again with the community To fi nd out more about the Hilltop Hilltop Haunted House dinner theater haunted house and will be looking for theater, contact hilltoptheater@eur. Oct. 28, 29, 30 June 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 volunteers in October to help build army.mil or call the music director, Auditions Oct.17 Auditions May 14 and staff their Halloween super scary orthe entertainment director, at 485- “Suessical,” musical, Topper entry “Steel Magnolias,” drama event in the Rheinlander basement. 7244 or +49 (0151) 4-230-4083. Feb. 17, 18, 24, 25; March 2, 3 Sept. 28, 29; Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13 The Hilltop Theater troop Auditions Dec. 13, 14 Auditions Aug. 20, 21 expects to be completely moved into All ages and all skills are needed. their new location on Smith Barracks,

29 CHILD AND YOUTH SCHOOL SERVICES dance, music, sports, art, crafts, outreach, learning skills to enhance skills and abilities

Child and youth school services Child care options Register at Parent Central Services full-time, part-time, located in building 8743. Call DSN 485-7003/CIV 06783-67003 for hourly, part-day, appointments, information, enrollment school-age and hours are from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Appointments are available on Thursdays family child care. from 2 - 5 p.m. All other times are on a walk-in basis.

30 CHILD AND YOUTH SCHOOL SERVICES

bringing out the best in youth

FRIDAY PARENT NIGHT OUT experience. Contact SKIES at mil round in programs such as food Individual Sports, Health & Fitness Take a Friday night off without 485-6969 or civ (06783) 6-6969. service, child care, outdoor re- and Outreach Programs the kids on selected Fridays from creation, libraries, fi tness centers, Individual Sports Programs of- 6:30-10:30 p.m. at either Smith For registration/enrollment con- golf, and more. Teens may par- fered: Wall-Climbing, Badminton, CDC or Wetzel CDC. tact Parent Central Services, Bldg ticipate in up to two apprentice Swimming, In-line Skating, Bowling, The program is for children ages 6 8743, mil 485-7003 or CIV terms per year and will receive a Bicycling, Skiing, Snowboarding & weeks - 12 years old. Cost is $16, (06783) 6-7003. stipend upon completion of each Archery, Dodgeball respite hours may be used. term. Participants must commit to Reserve/pay 2 weeks in advance at Programs are available such as: 15 hours of participation within a Health & Fitness Programs offered: CYSS Parent Central Services,Bldg Keyboard, Guitar, and Piano seven (7)-day period for a total of 8743 or online. Children need to Lessons,Kindermusik Village,Aikido 180 hours per HIRED. Triple Play, Healthy Habits & be registered with CYSS in order Lessons, Aikido, Gymnastics, Tae Sports Club to participate. For more informa- Youth Sports & Fitness tion, call Parent Central Services Kwon Do, Classical Ballet Program Overview Outreach Programs offered CYSS at civ 06783 6 7003. https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/ webtrac/baumholdercyms.html Philosophy: ProvidPhilosophy: NYSCA Coach Training, PAYS, Start Provide age-appropriate expe- Smart Program, MWR Partnerships, SUPER SATURDAY CHILD CARE riences that promote positive Special Olympics (in Kaiserslaut- Saturday Child Care available 9 The HIRED. child and youth development a.m. - 5 p.m. at either Smith CDC Apprenticeship Program outcomes. These outcomes are ern), Motor Skills Activities, Skill- or Wetzel CDC for children is a workforce-preparation and facilitated through a comprehen- Building Camps & Clinics ages six weeks to twelve years apprenticeship enterprise de- sive and predictable programming old. Cost is $32,parents may use signed to meet the employment framework of Four Service Areas: Special Events: Former/Current their respite hours. Reserve/pay 2 and career-exploration needs of Team Sports, Individual Sports, Professional Athlete Visits weeks in advance at CYSS Parent Army teens 15-18 years of age. Fitness & Health and Outreach Central Services, BLDG 8743 Programs or to apply for enroll- Programs. Other offerings: Offi cial/Umpire or online. Children need to be ment, contact the Wetzel Certifi cations & Partnerships with registered with CYSS in order to Teen Center, BLDG 8875. DSN Guiding Principles: Local National Clubs and Youth participate. 485-6348, COM: 06783-6-6348. - Safe, accessible child and youth- Programs HIRED. Apprenticeships offer friendly program settings sup- Child Care Openings experiences within distinct career port and refl ect the interests, For the latest information, please Spaces may be available for full paths designed to help partici- needs, input and involvement of give your CYSS Youth Sports & and part time care in the CDC’s, pants determine whether their children and youth Fitness Offi ce a call for what they School Age Center (SAC) and chosen career paths are the - Positive adult, child and youth re- currently have to offer. Family Child Care. Children must correct career choices for their lationships, parental involvement, be registered at CYSS Register at future. Students graduating from Command support and partner- Below is a sample of possible Parent Central Services, Building high school are facing profound ships demonstrate advocacy for offerings throughout the year, 8743. social, technological and economic children and youth changes. - Child, youth and parent involve- depending on availability and CYSS offers online ment and empowerment indi- participation: The goal of the HIRED Appren- cate the application of SF Pro- Flag Football, Basketball, Tee- services/credit payments ticeship Program is to help teens gram practices, methodologies Pay with your Visa or Mastercard Ball, Skill Building Clinics, Tackle develop the necessary confi dence and programming Football, Cheerleading, Coach Pitch, Debit or credit card. and employer-valued abilities to - Dedicated, knowledgeable and Activity registration and payment succeed in today’s competitive job identifi able staff promote positive Special Events, Soccer, Wrestling, online. market. Child, Youth and School child and youth development Baseball, Cheerleading, Softball Request your password online (CYS) Services and Morale, - Accountable business practices, https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/ Welfare and Recreation (MWR) motivational leadership and webtrac/baumholdercyms.html Partner Organization have joined subject-matter expertise validate together to prepare teens for effective management SKIES Instructors Needed these rapidly-changing conditions. Make money tutoring or teaching HIRED Apprenticeship Terms CYSS Youth Sports & Fitness children skills such as sewing, play- consist of four (4) twelve (12)- Building 8743, 2nd Floor ing guitar, dancing or any other week terms repeated annually. Offi ce # 222. DSN 485-7210 / Civ. special skill or craft of which Opportunities to work after 06783-6-7210 Fax: DSN 485- you have fi rsthand knowledge or school and weekends exist year 6851 / Civ. 06783 -6-6851. 31

LIBRARY readings, audio, video, downloads, online services, books, music, movies, magazines, Like Netfl icks for free

Baumholder Library Books are selected from library also available to check out. All Bldg. 8332 Smith Barracks, book kit titles found on the Army material is free of charge. M-F 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Europe Library homepage at Sat Noon-5 p.m., Closed Sunday http://www.library.ulinet.army.mil/ Toddler Story Time and US Holidays Book Kits may also be ordered to Pre-literacy program appropriate Note: as of publication time, hours of operation start your own Book Club with for ages 2-3 years old. Develop were subject to change please call the facility to friends. reading and listening skills for ensure they are open before visiting. your children at an early age. +49(0)6783-6-1740 or 485-1740 Interlibrary loans Stories are read to children If the library does not have what followed by projects, crafts, and Avid readers of all ages will you are looking for, they can other social interactions. Program be surprised at the massive request material from other Army last approximately one hour. buil ding housing the varied Libraries. For more information Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. Parents resources at the Baumholder on free interlibrary loans, call the must remain with children. Library. The building is the library at mil 485-1740 or (06783) largest library complex in teh 6-1740 or visit Building 8332. Children’s Story Time Army Europe library system Beginning reader program is offering Magazines, reference Library Resources for Homework appropriate for ages 4-5 years materials, DVDs in regular and Discover databases, conduct re- old. Stories are read to children BlueRay format, download- search, and become familiar with followed by projects, crafts, and ables for ipods/ipads, music, library resources that can assist other social interactions. Program audio books, play-aways, you with your home work assign- lasts approximately one hour. games, movies and a video ments. Tuesdays at 5:30. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Parents messenger system are just a must remain with children. For a family memento to take on few of the resources offered. Audio Books, DVDs, more information call the library deployment, send back home, or CDs, and Games at mil 485-1740 or (06783) to celebrate birthdays, and other Book Club Your Baumholder library has 6-1740 or visit Building 8332 occasions. Video Messenger is Join the free adult Library Book extended the DVD movie collec- available by appointment. Club for ages 18 and older offe- tion with a new addition of classic Video Messenger ring book discussions. Date and American and foreign fi lms. Record yourself and/or family time are determined by group. Audio Books, CDs and Games are reading stories together. Create

33 PHONE LISTING need a number? Family and MWR phone guide

FMWR FAX: 485-6960 (or 06783-6-6960) NAF Property ...... 485-6435 Deployment Services 8743, .....485-6756 Dragoon Circle, 55774 Baumholder 8680 .. VAT (Tax) Offi ce, 8661 ...... 485-1780 Child Development Centers: Financial Assistant, 8680 ...... 485-7263 Smith CDC, 8099, ...... 485-6461/7227 Director 8680...... 485-1550/7289 LAGERHOF INN, 8076 ...... 485-7433 Wetzel CDC, 8862 ...... 485-7284/7133 Management Assistant 8680 ..... 485-1550 Reservation desk ...... 485-1700/8076 School Age Center, 8879, ...... Conference-Room 8680 ...... 485-7332 ...... 485-7475/8792 Information Services 8680 ...... 485-6909 CPO – AF services .... Fax: 485-6725 Wetzel Middle School & Functional Admin 8680 ...... 485-7444 U.S. Specialist ...... 485-1630 Teen Program, 8875, ...... 485-6810/6323 Marketing 8680 ...... 485-6263 Asst. U.S. Specialist ...... 485-6735 Workforce Prep. 8875 ...... 485-6810 LN Specialist ...... 485-6590 Military Family Life BOD – BUSINESS CPO – NAF services ...... Fax:2868 Consultants, 8745 ...... 015224211044 OPERATIONS DIV. NAF Human Business Operations Offi cer .... 485-6970 Resources Assistant ...... 485-6566 ACS-ARMY Strikers Bowling, 8105 ...... 485-6569 Wiesbaden NAF ...... 334-2547 COMMUNITY SERVICE Rheinlander 8085 ...... 485-6533/6941 Wiesbaden AF ...... 334-2539 bldg 8746 Java Café, 8667 ...... 485-6439 ACS Chief ...... 485-8188 Rolling Hills Golf, 8888 ....485-7299/6172 CYS-CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Info Referral ...... 485-8188 Bldg 8743 Info Referral/Marketing ...... 485-6808 CRD – COMMUNITY CYS Chief ...... 485-7210 Admin. Offi ce ...... 485-6818 RECREATION DIV. Military Family Life Consultants, 8745 Admin Offi ce ...... 485-6171 Bldg 8680 ...... 015224211044 Army Emergency Relief ...... 485-6252 CRD Chief ...... 485-6154 Central Registration, 8743 ...... 485-7003 FR Program...... 485-6372 Creative Arts, 8895 ...... 485-6687/6021 Central Registration, 8743 ...... 485-7003 Mobility/Deployment Hilltop Theatre, 8895 ...... 485-7244 Family Child Care (FCC), 8743 ...... Outreach ...... 485-8183 Auto Craft Shop, 8438 ...... 485-6344 ...... 485-6588 Community Information ...... 485-6914 Auto Parts Yard, 8443 ...... 485-6684 Nurse, 8743 ...... 485-6639 CIC Spec ...... 485-6914 Library, 8106 ...... 485-8851 Outreach Services ...... 485-7393 Employment Readiness ...... 485-6565 Librarian, 8106 ...... 485-7229/1740 School Liaison Offi cer, 8743 .... 485-6968 Exceptional Family Member ...... 485-8184 Outdoor Recreation, 8167 ...... 485-7182 Functional Technology, 8743 ... 485-6852 ...... 485-7258 Rod & Gun Pro Shop, 8167 ...... 485-6202 Family Advocacy Program ...... 485-6468 ODR Club House, 8167 ...... USAG-Baumholder Family Advocacy Program ...... 485-6985 ...... 485-7182/6345/6202 FMWR Family Support Programs Family Advocacy Program ...... 485-8839 Non-Facility Based Programs Family Advocacy Program ...... 485-7368 and BOSS Advisor, 8680 ...... 485-6115 CYS-CHILD Emergency Placement Care ...... 485-8542 Sports & Fitness: 8105 .....485-7176/6671 & YOUTH SERVICS Family Advocacy Program ...... 485-8012 Supv. Sports Specialist ...... 485-7176/6671 Bldg 8743 Family Advocacy, 8444 ...... 485-7136 Fitness Coordinator, 8895 ...... 485-6671 CYSS Chief ...... 485-8664 Family Advocacy,8444 ...... 485-7136 Health & Fitness, 8105 ...... 485-6671 Parent Cen Services, 8743, ...... 485-7003 New Parent Support, 8746 ...... 485-6872 Hall of Champions, 8105 ...... Deployment Services 8743, .....485-6756 Relocation, 8746 ...... 485-6696 ...... 485-6303/6615/6615 Family Child Care, 8743, ...... 485-6588 Relocation, 8746 ...... 485-8011 Mountaineer, 8220 ...... 485-7418/7286 Nurse, 8743, ...... 485-6639 Relocation, 8746 ...... 485-6805 Aquatics Pool, 8897 ...... 485-7093 Outreach Services ...... 485-7393 Relocation, 8746 ...... 485-8186 School Liaison Ofcr, 8743, ...... 485-6968 Volunteer Program Installation FMD – FINANCIAL Functional Technology, 8743, .. 485-6852 AFAP/AFTB, 8746 ...... 485-6692 MANAGEMENT SKIES, 8046, ...... 485-6641 Soldier and Family Assistance bldg 8680 Youth Sports/Fitness, 8743, .... 485-7198 Center, 8746 ...... 485-6871/9145 Budget Analyst, 8680...... 485-6026 Sports Distribution, 8438, ...... 485-7320 Check Control/Budget ...... 485-6130 Program Operations, 8743 ...... 485-8664

34 AUTO SKILLS Save money on your ride at Auto Skills Auto Skills Center Smith Barracks Bldg 8438 , DSN 485-6344 Civ 06783-6-6344, Tues-Fri 1 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and US Holidays, Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Auto Parts Yard Smith Barracks Bldg 8443, DSN 485-6684 Civ 06783-6- 6684, Summer hours: Tues-Fri Noon-8 p.m., Sat & Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. closed Sun, Mon & U.S. holidays. Winter hours: Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. closed Sun, Mon and U.S. Holi- days. Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Family Member Deployment Assistance Program Learn to perform re- pairs and maintenance on your vehicle for FREE. All you have to pay for are the bay fees. $6 per hour on lift bay, $5 per hour on fl at bay- Roadside repair course Get the skills you need to feel safe. Walk-ins accepted every Wed. from 2-4 p.m. at or call for a special appointment. Individuals and groups welcome, so call today.

In appreciation of Military Spouses Get fl uid levels and tire pressure checked in your vehicle for FREE Assistance on vehicle mainte- nance checks is available for vehicles, bay use fees apply. Need parts for your vehicle? Come to the Auto Parts Yard for winter tires, snow chains, fi rst aid kits, winter triangles, wind- shields, fenders, radios and more.

Need a used Car? For affordable used car sales come to Baum- holder Auto Parts Yard to test-drive vehicles on location and go over what papers are needed to register vehicles. Come to the Auto Parts Yard to put in a sealed bid or cash and carry automobile. Valid USAEUR driver’s license and be a U.S. ID card holder needed and vehicle registered with USAEUR prior to Towing and Roadside offered to ID Card Holders with proof of removal from the auto lot. ownership (registration) anywhere in Germany Tue - Sat 1000 Vehicle Safety Inspection Come by the Auto Skills Center every - 6 p.m.. Tow fees: $50 Hookup Fee plus a one way charge of Wed. at 2 p.m. to have the auto skills staff assist you in inspec- $1 per kilometer.Roadside Assistance (Change a fl at or jump ting: Coolant, tires, wipers, lights, exhaust, etc. For those new to start). Fee $20 only offered within USAG Baumholder Tue - Sat the auto skills center, consider taking our shop orientation class. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.. Learn how to acquire a bay, obtain tools, operate car lifts and fi nd the locations of hazardous waste receptacle. auto skills

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35 PHONE AND RADIO TIPS how to call other bases CALLING OTHER GARRISONS DSN CITY ...... (CITY CODE)CIVILIAN ...... PREFIX 380 Mannheim ...... (0621) ...... 730-last 4 468 Ansbach ...... (0981) ...... 183-last 3/15xx 382 Mannheim ...... (0621) ...... 779-last 4 ...... or 16xx-last 4 385 Mannheim ...... (0621) ...... 730-last 4 489 Bamberg ...... (0951) ...... 300-last 4 480 Ramstein ...... (06371) ...... 47-last 4 485 Baumholder ...... (06783) ...... 6-last 4 360 Schinnen ...... (0031) ...... 46-443-last 4 365 Brussels ...... (02-707) ...... 9 last 3 364 Schinnen (AFNORTH) ...... (0031) ...... 45-526-last4 368 Brussels ...... (02717) ...... 9-last 3 354 Schweinfurt ...... (09721) ...... 96-last 4 361 Chievres ...... (068) ...... 27 last 4 379 Schwetzingen ...... (06202) ...... 80-last 4 440 Garmisch ...... (08821) ...... 750-last 3 375 Seckenheim...... (0621) ...... 487-last 4 475 Grafenwoehr...... (09641) ...... 83-last 4 496 Sembach ...... (06302) ...... 67-last 4 370 Heidelberg ...... (06221) ...... 57-last 4 366 SHAPE ...... (065) ...... 32-last 4 371 Heidelberg ...... (06221) ...... 342-last 3 423 SHAPE ...... (065) ...... 44-last 4 373 Heidelberg ...... (06221) ...... 17- last 452 Spangdahlem ...... (06565) ...... 61-last 4 374 Heidelberg ...... (06221) ...... 398-last 3 420 Stuttgart (Robinson ...... (0711) ...... 819-last 4 388 Heidelberg ...... (06221) ...... 338-last 4 421 Stuttgart (Kelley) ...... (0711) ...... 729-last 4 466 Hohenfels ...... (09472) ...... 83-last 4 430 Stuttgart (Patch) ...... (0711) ...... 680-last 4 467 Illesheim ...... (09841) ...... 83-last 431 Stuttgart (Panzer) ...... (07031) ...... 15-last 3 467 Katterbach ...... (09802) ...... 83-last 4 476 Vilseck...... (09662) ...... 83-last 4 482 Kaiserslautern...... (0631) ...... 415-last 4 634 Vicenza ...... (0444) ...... 71 last 4336 483 Kaiserslautern ...... (0631) ...... 411-last 4 335 Wiesbaden ...... (0611) ...... 4080-last 3 484 Kaiserslautern ...... (0631) ...... 43-last 4 336 Wiesbaden ...... (0611) ...... 816-last 4 486 Landstuhl...... (06371) ...... 86-last 4 337 Wiesbaden ...... (0611) ...... 705-last 4 88 Landstuhl ...... (06371) ...... 92-last 4 338 Wiesbaden ...... (0611) ...... 380-last 4 633 Livorno (Camp Darby) ...... (050) ...... 54-last 4 350 Würzburg (Hospital) ...... (0931) ...... 8043-last 3 334 Mainz-Kastel ...... (06134) ...... 508-last 3 350 Würzburg (Leighton) ...... (0931) ...... 889-last 4

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For Information & Emergency dial AMERICAN RED CROSS After Hours EMERGENCY WORK ORDER FIRE Operator Assistance ...... 0 Emergencies DSN ...... 115 DSN ...... 117 Information ...... DSN 113 DSN ...... 431-2334 Civ...... 07031-152-334 AMBULANCE POLICE Duty Hours ...... DSN 116 Military ...... DSN 114 After Hours ...... DSN 114 German ...... 110 (from Civ. line) Armed Forces Network Baumholder on AFN Radio Tune at 5 p.m. on AFN FM 100.2 Kaiserslau- coder to channel 192 to listen to 100.2 FM or Baumholder, Heidelberg, Mannheim, Ramstein, tern or FM 106.1 for the latest on Baumholder tune your Decoder to channel 193 to listen to Vogelweh, Sembach, Kleber, Polaski and Spang- news. Keep up on the latest in TV schedules, 1107 AM. For a complete listing of all the chan- dahlem as well as quick references for other weather, gas prices and exchange rates: log on nels available on your AFN Satellite Decoder areas such as AFRC. Don’t forget that there are to http://www.afneurope.net. Get the latest visit afneurope.net. free coupons inside, and remem-ber, the Find-It local information by tuning your AFN Decoder In the Know – ways to fi nd out what is happe- Guide is free, brought to you by Advanti-Pro, to channel 19. You’ll get news and information ning in Baumholder. publisher of the Herald Union, Kaiserslautern about installations in the Kaiserslautern and Baumholder area phone books available. The American, Tri-Border Reporter and, The Saber Baumholder Military Community. Just tune your Find-It Guide is your local phone resource for Herald. Call Ms. Barron at 485-7127 or 06783- AFN Decoder to channel 19. Listen to AFN K-town and Baumholder. The Find-It Guide lists 6-7127 for delivery. radio on your TV. Tune your AFN Satellite De- phone numbers from around Europe to include tuning in AFN Europe Radio Frequencies Germany AM FM Grafenwoehr 1107 101.4 Stuttgart 1143 102.3 Ansbach 1485 107.3 Heidelberg 1143 104.6 Vilseck 1107 98.5 or 107.6 Bamberg 1143* ---- Hohenfels 1485* 89.4** SHAPE ---- 104.2 Bitburg 1143 105.1 Kaiserslautern 1107 100.2 Schinnen ---- 89.2 Bonn ---- 107.9 Mannheim 1143 107.3 ITALY ---- 106.0 Frankfurt 873 98.7 Pirmasens ---- 103.0 Garmisch 1485 90.3 Schweinfurt 1143 87.7

36 Baumholder Aquatics Facility Aquatics Facility 6-7 p.m.; Aqua Jogger class: /LIHJXDUG7UDLQLQJ&RXUVH for units and covers a gam- 8897, Upper Wetzel, Fri, 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. provides training for entry-lev- bit of areas such as Water phone: 485-7093/6575, el lifeguards. Participants learn Survival Training, APFT Swim CIV 067836-7093/6575 Learn-to-Swim Program skills and knowledge necessary 7HVW&RPEDW:DWHU6XU- Hours: Tues - Fri 1130-1900; &HUWLÀHG$PHULFDQ5HG&URVV to help prevent, to recognize, YLYDO7HVWLQJ6:(75ROORYHU Sat, 1000-1700; Water Safety Instructors teach and to respond to emergen- Trainer, as well as alternative closed Sun/Mon. year round learn-to-swim FLHVDQGVXGGHQLOOQHVV&DOO PT activities such as Water Hours subject to change. and water adjustment classes to get on the waiting list and Aerobics, Aqua Jogger, Water for young children, ages 12 receive information when Exercise, Fundamentals of Baumholder is home to the months to 5 years, youth ages course is being offered. 6ZLPPLQJ6ZLPPLQJ&RQGL- Army’s only indoor aquatics 6 years and up, and adults. tioning, etc. Trained instruc- facility in Germany. For an ex- Look for date, time, and level Water Safety Instructor Course tors are provided. Allow cellent cardio, low impact, high information, or contact Aquat- 7KH$PHULFDQ5HG&URVV two to three weeks advance energy workout, simply head ics Manager for details. Water Safety Instructor notice. Please call for date and over to the swimming pool &RXUVHSURYLGHVWUDLQLQJIRU WLPHDYDLODELOLW\5HVHUYDWLRQ and get aquainted with the Spring Splash and Winter Splash LQGLYLGXDOVWREHFRPHFHUWLÀHG required. Have another water facility and staff. The helpful (AQ)($): A seasonal swim- swimming instructors. Learn request in mind? lifeguards will show you swim- ming opportunity to learn how to teach the fundamen- ming techniques and the latest something new and/or review tals of learning to swim, how Multi-Purpose Room Rental Need equipment available to get you swimming skills. Each session to breakdown strokes, how to a place for a birthday party, in top sape in no time provides a hands-on educa- apply hydrodynamic principles, baby shower, meeting, or tion session to learn how to and how to adapt teaching class? The Multi-Purpose Water Aerobics Program be safe in, on, and around the methods for the very young 5RRPLVDFR]\URRPWKDW DIXQZD\WRJHWÀW&RPELQHV ZDWHU1RFHUWLÀFDWLRQZLOO child, adults, and individuals can be rented for a nominal cardiovascular conditioning be awarded. Look for date, ZLWKVSHFLDOQHHGV&DOOWRJHW fee. Initial rental period is two and strength building with a time, and level information, or on the waiting list and receive hours. Maximum capacity is low impact workout in the wa- contact Aquatics Manager for information when course is 38 people. Please call for date ter. Use the natural resistance details. being offered. DQGWLPHDYDLODELOLW\5HVHUYD- of the water to get a great tion required. overall body workout! Water Lifeguard Training Course Unit Training and Unit PT Aerobics class: Tue and Thu, 7KH$PHULFDQ5HG&URVV Aquatics Training is offered 37 Baumholder Soldier DQG)DPLO\$VVLVWDQFH&HQWHU &RPHE\\RXU%DXPKROGHU$&60RQ²)ULDP²SPEXLOGLQJ +HDOWK&OLQLF&RPSOH[WRÀQGRXWPRUHLQIRUPDWLRQRQDSURJUDPRUFODVVWKDWZHRIIHU Feel free to give us a call at '61RU&,9IRUDGGLWLRQDOLQIRUPDWLRQRQDFODVVRUSURJUDP

EDVHGRQFDUHIXOO\GHÀQHG The Soldier and Family Assistance rules. EFMP works with other Family Advocacy Program Army Family Team Building Center (SFAC) is a one-stop military and civilian agencies The Family Advocacy Program Army Family Team Building location designed to provide to provide comprehensive and (FAP) provides a comprehen- (AFTB) is a series of training support services regarding coordinated medical, educatio- sive public awareness program modules that cover topics ÀQDQFHVFKLOGFDUH)DPLO\ nal, housing, community sup- to address child abuse, neglect, such as basic information $GYRFDF\EXGJHWLQJ&KDSODLQ port and personnel services to and spouse abuse to include about the Army, personal assistance, Legal Assistance, families with special needs. &RPPDQGDQGWURRSHGXFD- growth skills and leadership Military Personnel issues, tion, community awareness skills. AFTB improves perso- logistics and transportation, Financial Readiness Program EULHÀQJV'R''6VFKRROVDQG nal and Family preparedness installation access, VA bene- 7KH)LQDQFLDO5HDGLQHVV parent education and support. which enhances overall Army ÀWVFRXQVHOLQJHGXFDWLRQDQG Program offers a variety of The FAP program is desig- readiness and helps America’s employment opportunities. VHUYLFHVVXFKDVÀQDQFHHGX- QHGWR35(9(17DEXVHDQG Army adapt to a changing cation, budget assistance, and encourage early reporting and world. Employment Readiness personalized budget counse- treatment. The FAP program 7KH$&6(PSOR\PHQW5HD- ling along with a host of many also has extensive classes on Military & Family Life Consultants diness Program strives to RWKHUÀQDQFHVXSSRUWSUR- a variety of issues like Anger Military and Family Life provide a full range of employ- grams. It provides Soldiers and Management, Stress Manage- &RQVXOWDQWV 0)/& SURYLGH ment related services to family their Family members a ready- ment, etc. solution-oriented consulta- members seeking assistance in made program to help achieve tions to individuals, couples, acquiring skills, networks, and SHUVRQDOÀQDQFLDOUHDGLQHVV Army Volunteer Corps families, and groups. The resources that lead to career and deploy-ability through the Are you looking for ways to program is designed to provi- development, career opportu- use of sound money manage- be involved in your communi- de support and assistance to nities and career advancement ment and consumer skills. ty? “Inspire by Example” join active duty Soldiers, National both locally and stateside. the corps of volunteers al- *XDUG 5HVHUYHVPLOLWDU\ Relocation Readiness ready present in Baumholder. Family Members and civilian New Parent Support Program 5HORFDWLRQ5HDGLQHVVWHDP Our Volunteer coordinator SHUVRQQHO0)/&·VFDQKHOS The New Parent Support helps soldiers and Families can help place you in a wide people who are having trouble Program is a professional team reduce the problems often variety of positions through coping with concerns and of social workers and nurses associated with frequent the community. issues of daily life. who provide supportive and relocation. We offer various caring services to military Fa- services, from inbound to out- Army Emergency Relief Survivor Outreach Services milies with children from birth bound, as well as multi-cultural $UP\(PHUJHQF\5HOLHI $(5  Survivor Outreach Servi- to three years of age. Through services. is the Army’s own emer- ces (SOS) is an Army-wide a variety of programs including JHQF\ÀQDQFLDODVVLVWDQFH program designed to provide home visits and parenting clas- Mobilization and Deployment organization and is dedicated dedicated and comprehensive ses, the New Parent Support Separation is never easy and to “Helping the Army Take support to survivors of de- Program will help you learn unfortunately as we all know, &DUHRI,WV2ZQµ,WSURYLGHV ceased Soldiers. The SOS co- to cope with stress, isolation, Army life means separation. commanders a valuable asset ordinator provides long-term post-deployment reunions, Although you may not be to- in accomplishing their basic support throughout the grief and the everyday demands of gether, there are many things command responsibility for process, coordinates support parenthood. that you can do to strengthen the morale and welfare of groups, provides information your relationship. We under- Soldiers. Funds are there to and referral services, coor- Exceptional Family Member stand the stresses that you SURYLGHHPHUJHQF\ÀQDQFLDO dinates child care as needed, Program as a spouse, a child, a parent assistance to Soldiers - active and provides other services as The Exceptional Family Mem- or loved one can go through & retired - and their depen- required. ber Program (EFMP) is a man- and offer classes on how to dents when there is a valid datory enrollment program effectively handle them. need.

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