Vol. 40, No. 5 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart March 10, 2011

Army hiring software transitions to USA Staffing

By Tanya Fogg Young USA Staffing, which is fully integrat- Special to The Citizen ed with USA Jobs, supports competitive examining and merit promotion vacan- Reggie Ramsey (right), eginning April 25, applicants cies and will be used to staff appropriated newly-appointed U.S. for Army jobs in Stuttgart and non-appropriated fund positions. Army Garrison Stuttgart Bshould apply online through With a USA Jobs account, job USA Jobs and not the Army Resume seekers can copy their resume from security manager, takes builder at Civilian Personnel Online. Resumix into their USA Jobs account the fingerprints of Brian The transition from the Army’s and upload and store up to five resumes Williams, who was recently hiring software, Resumix, to another and up to five supplemental documents hired to work with USAG automated recruitment tool, the Office such as transcripts, military service Stuttgart Child, Youth and of Personnel Management’s USA Staff- records and performance appraisals. School Services. Beginning ing, has begun and will be completed These stored documents can then be April 25, those applying for in Europe by April 30. used for jobs in the Army and through- Army jobs in Stuttgart must For the next two or three years, USA out the DOD, said Alexandra Williams, use the Office of Personnel Staffing is the Department of Defense’s Stuttgart Civilian Personnel Advisory Management’s automated interim solution for advertising vacant Center deputy director. recruitment tool, USA positions, accepting applications from job An advantage to USA Staffing is the Staffing. seekers, and evaluating their eligibility use of occupational questionnaires to and qualifications as the DOD chooses a long-term automated hiring program. See USA Staffing on page 4 Brittany Carlson

‘The more you read ...’

Patch Elementary and Böblingen Elementary/Middle Schools participated in “Read Across America,” an annual motivation and awareness program celebrated on March 2, the Susan Huseman birthday of children’s author Dr. [Above] Col. Carl D. Seuss. Leaders in the Stuttgart Bird, USAG Stuttgart military community visited the garrison commander, schools, read to the students reads to PES students. and challenged them to continue [Left) BEMS seventh- reading on their own. Susan Huseman Gen. William E. “Kip” Ward, outgoing graders recite AFRICOM commander, reads “Oh, the “Horton Hears a Places You’ll Go!” to first-, fourth- and fifth- Who” to younger graders at Patch Elementary School. students on March 2. Brittany Carlson

Page 7 Pages 12-13 InsIde Who’s the ‘baddest Need-to-know guide hIs cat’ in town? to Stuttgart clinic T Twenty-two cats were on their best behavior What does the Stuttgart health clinic offer, during the third annual FMWR Feline Fun and how can community members best take edITIon Show on Feb. 26. With no reports of cat advantage of its services? Find out in the pull- fights or cat calls — it was a purrrfect day. out guide to the community’s medical services. The Citizen, March 10, 2011 Page 3 Page 2 OpiniOn The Citizen, March 10, 2011 newS Justin Bennett, Commander’s Column 2-months old at the time, has a hard News & Notes Don’t become a terrorist target: blend in, stay vigilant time staying awake while his parents, Stuttgart Golf Course re-cer- Jason and Leslie, Commentary by Col. Carl D. Bird apply for a report tified as Audubon sanctuary USAG Stuttgart commander The safety and security of all community Antiterrorism links of birth abroad The Stuttgart Golf Course has been re- ue to recent events and the members is of paramount importance. during last year’s certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctu- unpredictable nature of • The Antiterrorism Level Passport Outreach ary as of January 2011. active shooter incidents, I Stay vigilant and help keep Stuttgart a 1 training is available at Day. This year, the The re-certification honors environmental D stewardship and innovation, and credits the would like for everyone in the Stutt- great place to live and work. https://atlevel1.dtic.mil/at/ event will be held gart military community to remain index.html. March 22 from 10 leadership and efforts of Chris Konik, superin- vigilant, be aware of your surround- a.m. to 2:30 p.m. tendent, Gary Groff, manager, and their staff. All U.S. military person- The club received its first three-year certifica- ings, review An- wearing uniforms off post for extended American, or U.S. DOD affiliation. in the Swabian nel, Defense Department tion in 2007. titerrorism Level Special Events periods, if at all possible (eating in res- Supervisors and sponsors need to civilians and contractors To reach certification, course personnel One training with Center on Patch taurants — particularly during lunch, ensure personnel and family members are required to take training had to demonstrate a high degree of excellence family members Barracks. Reports shopping or walking downtown). are aware of potential threats and re- annually, and their family in environmental planning, wildlife and habitat and know how to of birth abroad Groups wearing uniforms during lunch porting procedures. State Department members ages 14 and older management, outreach and education, chemi- report suspicious off the installation put service mem- travel warnings are posted on their will be handled activity. are required to take it before cal use reduction and safety, water conserva- bers at risk by presenting themselves website. A copy of the Joint Chiefs of by appointment. There are their arrival in Europe. tion and water quality management. as soft targets. Staff Self Help Guide to Antiterrorism Tourist passports some additional While waiting for transportation, has been distributed via e-mail to all • The Chairman of the processing is on a Parking impacted by bazaar things you can do Col. Bird In preparation for the Stuttgart Community limit waiting times at bus stops or unit antiterrorism officers. Joint Chiefs of Staff Guide walk-in basis. to increase your safety and reduce the Spouses Club Spring Bazaar, to be held March curb-side to be picked up. Know the The safety and security of all 5260, “A Self-Help Guide to risk of being targeted, as well. 18-20, some parking on Patch Barracks will community members is of paramount Antiterrorism,” is available Military personnel are highly en- scheduled pick-up times for public be impacted. importance. on the garrison website. Outreach Day to streamline couraged to limit the amount of time transportation, and stay in more secure All parking areas surrounding the Hub, spent in uniform outside of our instal- areas until time for departure. If pos- Stay vigilant and help keep Stuttgart Visit www.stuttgart.army. (Building 2337) will be closed as of 6 p.m. on lations. Travel to and from work, from sible, travel in civilian clothes to and a great place to live and work. mil under “Hot Topics.” The passport, report of birth processing March 16 through March 21. The Patch Com- post to post and quick stops (less than from work. For more information on anti- guide is designed to assist in munity Club (Building 2345) parking lot in front Remove Defense Department stick- terrorism, call the USAG Stuttgart 15 minutes) in uniform is reasonable making you and your family Story & photo by Susan Huseman The application procedure usually takes one hour of the club will be open for parking until March ers, window decals, bumper stickers and Antiterrorism Office at 431-2030/civ. and should not pose a high degree of less vulnerable to terrorists. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office to process, but during the consulate visit, the process 16 at 6 p.m., when it will be closed for the bazaar. any other identifying markers indicating 07031-15-2030. risk. Service members should avoid should take only 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the All parking areas will be available the evening of March 21. he U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Passport amount of paperwork, Snead said. (This information was provided by FMWR.) Office and the U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt “Parents must call for an appointment, and we On The STreeT will host “Passport Outreach Day” March will then e-mail them the required forms and a list of Stuttgart journalist honored he T 22 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Swabian Special needed documents. They must have the forms filled Installation Management Command re- T Events Center on Patch Barracks. out correctly and legibly before their appointment,” cently announced the IMCOM-level Maj. Gen. CITIzen What would you trim from the federal budget? Representatives from the consulate will be on Snead said. Both parents and the child must be pres- Keith L. Ware Public Affairs Communications Col. Carl D. Bird hand to accept consular report of birth abroad and ent on March 22. Competition award winners. The competition U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander tourist passport applications (for initial, renewal and While a report of birth abroad application re- recognizes military and civilian-employee Public Affairs Officer/Editor replacement passports). quires an appointment, all other services will be print and broadcast practitioners for journal- Susan Huseman Additionally, consulate representatives from istic excellence in furthering the objectives of [email protected] Homeland Security, the Federal Benefits Unit and available on a walk-in basis. At last year’s passport day, 242 tourist passports the Department of the Army internal informa- Assistant Editor U.S. Citizenship and Immigrations Services will be tion program. available to answer questions related to immigration, and 52 reports of birth were processed over the Brittany Carlson course of four hours. “This is equivalent to almost Brittany Carlson, the assistant editor for [email protected] naturalization, visas, citizenship, social security and The Citizen, took first place in the civilian veterans’ benefits. four weeks of full-time service by one agent,” said Contact Information story series category for her series on reinte- The birth of a child abroad needs to be reported to Teresa Quinn, the USAG Stuttgart Military Person- Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 nel Division chief. gration, titled “Home Again.” Carlson’s series Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 an American consular office as quickly as possible, will go on to compete in the Department of the E-mail: [email protected] In order to process just as many or more applica- Tech. Sgt. Bryan Sgt. David Guzman Senior Airman Luther Gwen Peterson according to Edmund Snead, a USAG Stuttgart pass- Army-level Keith L. Ware competition. Web site: www.stuttgart.army.mil port and visa specialist. tions this year, clients are asked to come prepared with Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne Beisner (U.S. Army) Lewis She also took third place in the civilian (Civilian) all original documents in order and with the required U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 (U.S. Air Force) (U.S. Air Force) “The consular report of birth abroad is the most feature article and commentary categories. photocopies, Quinn said. German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, “I honestly would revamp “Stop excess spending on “Look at what we don’t “Unnecessary TDYs.” important document a child born outside the U.S. can Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen The Passport Office has placed detailed checklists Daylight saving time begins the fiscal year funds.” creating new equipment.” use ... computers, furni- have. Without it, the child can’t receive a U.S. passport,” This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of ture. A lot of times they’re he said. “It gives them the rights of a U.S. citizen.” for tourist passports and reports of birth abroad on the Most of Europe will move its clocks for- the Department of Defense. Contents of The Citizen are not neces- giving stuff away.” garrison website at www.stuttgart.army.mil, under ward by one hour when daylight saving time sarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or “Hot Topics.” begins on Sunday, March 27. In Germany, the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this publication is prepared, edited, provided and approved by the USAG Stuttgart The fee for a report of birth and tourist passport for daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. Set Public Affairs Office. Private organizations noted in this publication The consular report of a child is $205. A tourist passport renewal for an adult clocks to 3 a.m. are not part of Department of Defense. is $110, and a tourist passport renewal for a minor The appearance of advertising in this publication, including Summer Hire program to start ‘ birth abroad is the most under 16 is $105. Payment is due with the application inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement of the Applications for the 2011 Summer Hire products or services advertised by the U.S. Army. Everything important document a and must be paid by money order. program in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart will advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, Money orders are available at on-post banking use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national be accepted from March 27 to May 22 online at origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation child born outside the facilities and post offices. They will also be available https://lnjobs.army.mil/sg/staffing/summerhire. or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a during the outreach day on a cash-only basis. Family members ages 14 to 22 years old with violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser U.S. can have. Without The Training Support Center Stuttgart will provide is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that valid ID card, including spouses under age 18 source until the violation is corrected. The Citizen is a biweekly it, the child can’t receive passport photos on site, as well. who are still in high school, are eligible to apply. offset press publication published by AdvantiPro GmbH. Circula- Sgt. Elroy Jones Staff Sgt. Andrew Nicole Carver Sgt. 1st Class Roy Jobs are available in labor, clerical and tion is 6,000 copies. For display advertising rates, call Elizabeth (U.S. Army) Scraper (Spouse) Bowen a U.S. passport. For more information or to make a report of child care fields. The program will run from Heldt at civ. 0631-3033-5537, or e-mail [email protected]. (U.S. Air Force) (U.S. Army) For classified advertising rates, call Sabrina Barclay at civ. 0631- birth abroad appointment, call the USAG Stuttgart June 20 to July 29. 3033-5531, e-mail [email protected]. “I would cut extended “I’d put a two-year “I would cut the sala- “I would trim welfare and Edmund Snead Passport Office at 431-2539/3062 or civ. 07031- For more information, call the Stuttgart social payments to those www.stuttgart.army.mil unemployment benefits.” delay on Social Security ries of those in charge Passport, visa specialist 15-2539/3062, or e-mail usag.stgt.passport@eur. CPAC Office at 431-3152/civ. 07031-15-3152. benefits.” of the government.” who fail drug tests.” ’ army.mil. The Citizen, March 10, 2011 newS Page 3

Justin Bennett, 2-months old at the time, has a hard News & Notes time staying awake while his parents, Stuttgart Golf Course re-cer- Jason and Leslie, apply for a report tified as Audubon sanctuary of birth abroad The Stuttgart Golf Course has been re- during last year’s certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctu- Passport Outreach ary as of January 2011. Day. This year, the The re-certification honors environmental event will be held stewardship and innovation, and credits the March 22 from 10 leadership and efforts of Chris Konik, superin- a.m. to 2:30 p.m. tendent, Gary Groff, manager, and their staff. in the Swabian The club received its first three-year certifica- Special Events tion in 2007. To reach certification, course personnel Center on Patch had to demonstrate a high degree of excellence Barracks. Reports in environmental planning, wildlife and habitat of birth abroad management, outreach and education, chemi- will be handled cal use reduction and safety, water conserva- by appointment. tion and water quality management. Tourist passports processing is on a Parking impacted by bazaar walk-in basis. In preparation for the Stuttgart Community Spouses Club Spring Bazaar, to be held March 18-20, some parking on Patch Barracks will Outreach Day to streamline be impacted. All parking areas surrounding the Hub, (Building 2337) will be closed as of 6 p.m. on passport, report of birth processing March 16 through March 21. The Patch Com- munity Club (Building 2345) parking lot in front Story & photo by Susan Huseman The application procedure usually takes one hour of the club will be open for parking until March USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office to process, but during the consulate visit, the process 16 at 6 p.m., when it will be closed for the bazaar. should take only 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the All parking areas will be available the evening of March 21. he U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Passport amount of paperwork, Snead said. (This information was provided by FMWR.) Office and the U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt “Parents must call for an appointment, and we Twill host “Passport Outreach Day” March will then e-mail them the required forms and a list of Stuttgart journalist honored 22 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Swabian Special needed documents. They must have the forms filled Installation Management Command re- Events Center on Patch Barracks. out correctly and legibly before their appointment,” cently announced the IMCOM-level Maj. Gen. Representatives from the consulate will be on Snead said. Both parents and the child must be pres- Keith L. Ware Public Affairs Communications hand to accept consular report of birth abroad and ent on March 22. Competition award winners. The competition tourist passport applications (for initial, renewal and While a report of birth abroad application re- recognizes military and civilian-employee replacement passports). quires an appointment, all other services will be print and broadcast practitioners for journal- Additionally, consulate representatives from available on a walk-in basis. istic excellence in furthering the objectives of Homeland Security, the Federal Benefits Unit and the Department of the Army internal informa- U.S. Citizenship and Immigrations Services will be At last year’s passport day, 242 tourist passports and 52 reports of birth were processed over the tion program. available to answer questions related to immigration, Brittany Carlson, the assistant editor for naturalization, visas, citizenship, social security and course of four hours. “This is equivalent to almost four weeks of full-time service by one agent,” said The Citizen, took first place in the civilian veterans’ benefits. story series category for her series on reinte- The birth of a child abroad needs to be reported to Teresa Quinn, the USAG Stuttgart Military Person- nel Division chief. gration, titled “Home Again.” Carlson’s series an American consular office as quickly as possible, will go on to compete in the Department of the according to Edmund Snead, a USAG Stuttgart pass- In order to process just as many or more applica- tions this year, clients are asked to come prepared with Army-level Keith L. Ware competition. port and visa specialist. She also took third place in the civilian all original documents in order and with the required “The consular report of birth abroad is the most feature article and commentary categories. important document a child born outside the U.S. can photocopies, Quinn said. have. Without it, the child can’t receive a U.S. passport,” The Passport Office has placed detailed checklists Daylight saving time begins he said. “It gives them the rights of a U.S. citizen.” for tourist passports and reports of birth abroad on the Most of Europe will move its clocks for- garrison website at www.stuttgart.army.mil, under ward by one hour when daylight saving time “Hot Topics.” begins on Sunday, March 27. In Germany, The fee for a report of birth and tourist passport for daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. Set The consular report of a child is $205. A tourist passport renewal for an adult clocks to 3 a.m. is $110, and a tourist passport renewal for a minor Summer Hire program to start ‘ birth abroad is the most under 16 is $105. Payment is due with the application Applications for the 2011 Summer Hire important document a and must be paid by money order. program in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart will Money orders are available at on-post banking be accepted from March 27 to May 22 online at child born outside the facilities and post offices. They will also be available https://lnjobs.army.mil/sg/staffing/summerhire. U.S. can have. Without during the outreach day on a cash-only basis. Family members ages 14 to 22 years old with The Training Support Center Stuttgart will provide valid ID card, including spouses under age 18 it, the child can’t receive passport photos on site, as well. who are still in high school, are eligible to apply. Jobs are available in labor, clerical and a U.S. passport. For more information or to make a report of child care fields. The program will run from birth abroad appointment, call the USAG Stuttgart June 20 to July 29. Edmund Snead Passport Office at 431-2539/3062 or civ. 07031- For more information, call the Stuttgart Passport, visa specialist 15-2539/3062, or e-mail usag.stgt.passport@eur. CPAC Office at 431-3152/civ. 07031-15-3152. ’ army.mil. Page 4 newS The Citizen, March 10, 2011 USA Staffing ...... Ask a JAG Continued from page 1 Editor’s Note: Do you have a legal question you would like to see answered in a future determine the best qualified candidates instead of Resu- What makes USA edition of The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a mix skills, Stuttgart CPAC Director Vonda Kenion said. Staffing different than JAG” at [email protected]. “The job applicant is better able to demonstrate [his or her] job-specific qualifications through this Resumix? By Capt. Sean Marvin (U.S. Army) self-assessment,” Kenion said. “It’s a much more Stuttgart Law Center in-depth analysis of an applicant’s knowledge, skills • Job announcements will be available and abilities.” Q: I am considering buying a used vehicle only on www.usajobs.gov The features available to job seekers and selecting while I am stationed in Germany. Is there officials through USA Staffing should also help in • Job seekers must apply through USA anything I should know before I do so? streamlining the hiring process, Kenion said. “This sys- Jobs, not Civilian Personnel Online tem requires direct linking between the supervisor for • Applicants must answer assessment A: Yes. First, know that if you enter into to a the position and the servicing CPAC representative,” questions for each vacancy contract to buy or sell a vehicle in Germany, the Kenion said. “That means there’s a subject matter ex- contract will likely be subject to German law. pert involved from beginning to end. Strategic recruit- • Applicants must set up an account in Therefore, although there are many similarities ment discussions between the selection manager and USAJOBS before applying for positions between German and American law regarding the [human resources] representative will be critical for • Applicants can upload supporting the purchase or sale of a vehicle, it would be the development of the occupational questionnaire.” documentation (i.e. DD-214, SF-50, etc.) wise to have the Law Center’s German attor- The supplemental documents are required up ney review any contract you are considering front. Kenion and Williams, Stuttgart CPAC deputy entering into. director, said that sometimes the filling of positions As in the U.S., in Germany it is not neces- can be prolonged, such as when job referrals are sary to use a written contract to buy or sell a made based on eligibilities that they later find out the Europe Region schedule candidate does not really have. vehicle. But, as in the U.S., a written contract The fiscal year 2012 goal for the time it takes for transition from will better allow you to clarify the obligations to fill a job — from receipt of recruitment action to Resumix to USA Staffing: of each party to the agreement, and prove the entrance on duty — is 80 days, the hiring model of terms of the agreement, should you need to the Office of Personnel Management, Kenion said. March 2011 — CHRA Europe Regional do so. That said, for a written contract to be In Stuttgart, the job fill time in FY10 was 160 days Office, Kaiserslautern CPAC and NAF HRO, helpful, the parties to that contract should be and in the first quarter of FY11, 140 days, she said. Benelux CPAC and NAF HRO, and Saudi as thorough as possible. The Civilian Human Resources Agency began Arabia Along with clearly identifying the vehicle the pilot of recruiting and staffing jobs through USA April 2011 — Franconia CPAC and NAF at the center of the transaction, the parties Staffing in select locations in March 2010, including HRO, Heidelberg CPAC and NAF HRO, should take time to ensure that all of their U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command Stuttgart CPAC and NAF HRO, Wiesbaden expectations are made clear in the contract, from April through November 2010, Kenion said. CPAC and NAF HRO, Grafenwoehr CPAC from the timing of payment down to the form The CHRA-wide transition from Resumix to USA and NAF HRO, Vicenza CPAC and NAF of currency. And, if you decide not to use a Staffing began in January 2011, with the goal of a full HROs — Vicenza and Livorno written contract, it is prudent to at least have transition of all CPACS in Army locations by April 2012. a third party with you during negotiations so that he or she can later testify about what was agreed to, if necessary. Shop spring bazaar March 18-20 If you purchase your vehicle from a profes- sional used car dealer in Germany, the vehicle By Susan Huseman by the club, in turn, support the bazaar. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office “Volunteers make this happen,” she said. “There will come with a one-year warranty that makes are tents to put up, vendor areas to mark off, tables the dealer responsible for defects that exist at he Stuttgart Community Spouses Club will and benches have to be set up, we need financial run- the time of the sale and that are discovered host its annual spring bazaar March 18-20 ners, people to work credit card machines, security later. A vehicle bought from a private owner, Ton Patch Barracks. checkers and hospitality people.” however, is, generally bought “as is” unless the The bazaar will be open Friday from 10 a.m. to In all, approximately 600 volunteers are needed. parties agree otherwise, although a seller would 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday An early “by invitation only” shopping session be wise to make that clear in any contract. “As from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. will be offered to bazaar volunteers on March 17, and is” means that the seller is not legally respon- For shoppers, the bazaar is all about getting those at the end of each shift they work, a volunteer will sible for defects that the buyer discovers after coveted collectibles from across Europe and Africa win a prize donated by one of the vendors. purchasing the vehicle. without ever having to leave Patch Barracks. Shoppers can win, too, by purchasing raffle tick- Approximately 70 vendors will offer antiques, Therefore, before buying a vehicle, poten- ets at the bazaar and selecting the vendor-donated home decor, jewelry, artwork, cheese, wine, ceram- tial buyers should have the vehicle inspected by prizes they would like to win. Pre-event raffle tickets, ics and more in the Patch Community Club and Fit- available at the thrift shops, include the possibility a trustworthy third party. Although a contract ness Center, and across every available inch of the might include a clause that requires the seller to of winning one of five $100 bazaar gift certificates. surrounding parking lots. Several new vendors will The bazaar also features private organizations of- ensure that the vehicle is able to pass inspection, add to the mix, bringing Italian olive oil and pottery, fering an assortment of snacks such as catfish, burgers the ability to pass inspection says little about chocolate, leather jackets and painted furniture. and Filipino cuisine, in addition to German favorites the vehicle’s true condition or how long it will Shoppers can feel good about their purchases served by a local off-post restaurant. remain reliable. because the proceeds from the bazaar are returned The bazaar is open to everyone who falls under Additionally, ensure that you obtain the to the Stuttgart military community in the form of the Status of Forces Agreement, Welton said. ID title to the vehicle from the buyer and that you scholarships, donations and grants. cardholders may bring German guests, but “they can receive all existing sets of keys. The bazaar, along with the SCSC-run thrift shops, only browse, not purchase.” supports the club’s scholarship program and dozens of Shoppers may pay by credit card, check or cash. This column is not intended as individual local organizations such as Girl and Boy Scouts, Youth Only U.S. dollars will be accepted. or specific legal advice. If you have specific Services and the elementary, middle and high schools. issues or concerns, you should consult a judge “Last year, we gave out almost $200,000,” said To volunteer, contact the SCSC at scscbazaar- advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. Ann Welton, an SCSC vice president. [email protected]. For more information, visit Welton said many of the organizations supported stuttgartspousesclub.org. The Citizen, March 10, 2011 Features Page 5 Leaking, vibrating boxes cost community thousands

Story & photo by Brittany Carlson any powders being shipped, such as USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office flour and baking powder, Sehra said. “Make sure you tape it up correctly so vibrating box, a leaking that it doesn’t fall loose,” she said. solution and a loose powder Like powders, liquid items should Aall signal “danger” in a mail be wrapped tightly and taped to prevent room. Yet, all three were found at the spillage, Karraker added. Stuttgart Army Airfield mail distribu- “A lot of people don’t realize how tion node during the week of Feb. 14. much handling mail goes through German and American emergency [when] coming overseas,” Karraker responders investigated the three suspi- said. “If you’re mailing anything that cious packages and found them to be might leak, please pack it in plastic.” harmless. However, the investigations Community members can help resulted in a serious, negative impact further by notifying the Postmaster of on the Stuttgart military community. any expected shipments of liquids or The vibrating box was a massage powders, and ensure that friends and cushion with the batteries inside it. family stateside wrap items correctly The solution came from an improperly before mailing them to Germany. packed bottle of liquid Vitamin B. The Improperly mailed items often powder — which resulted in a full-scale become suspicious packages. Kar- emergency response — turned out to raker said there have been 10 full-scale be fertilizer. Maj. Kevin Cubstead (right) prepares to ship a package at the Kelley Barracks Army responses to suspicious packages in Combined, these incidents cost Post Office Feb. 28, with the help of Aaron Grimes, motor vehicle/finance clerk. USAG Stuttgart in the past two years approximately $10,000 in manpower The Stuttgart Army Airfield mail distribution node had three suspicious packages and smaller package investigations and closed the mail node for nearly five investigated in one week last month, which cost the community thousands of dollars. about once a week. None involved hours, said Mindy Sehra, chief of the actual threats. U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Admin- the German police, fire brigade and Mail clerks also ask “Does the However, last month was the first istrative Services Division. chemical response team, in addition to parcel contain anything liquid, fragile, time Karraker had three packages in- Every time a German fire truck garrison Military Police, the fire depart- perishable, or potentially hazardous vestigated in one week, he said. is requested, the garrison pays about ment and hazardous material personnel. items?” If the answer is “yes,” the The investigations backed up the €1,000 per hour for its use, according to Most importantly, the three in- mailer must describe the type of ma- mail process for the entire community. Mark Karraker, USAG Stuttgart Post- cidents could have been avoided, terials in the parcel and write them on “It affects everyone,” said Richard master. Two German fire trucks and one Sehra said. the customs form so mail personnel Berrios, supervisor for the SAAF mail garrison fire truck were used Feb. 17, “One of the questions [mail] clerks receiving the shipment are not caught distribution node. “Any one-hour re- “The community pays for that,” he said. ask is, ‘Have you taken the batteries out unaware. sponse can turn into a three-hour delay The powder investigation involved of anything you’ve packed?’” she said. It is also important to tightly wrap for the entire community of mail.” Practice response to active shooter event, save lives

By Ron Kirkemo These behavioral examples are not comprehensive A special agent USAG Stuttgart Emergency Management Office or intended to diagnose violent tendencies. However, and USAG community members who notice these signs in people Brussels hen an active shooter situation occurs, around them should report them to a trusted official, Military witnesses must act quickly to protect such as a supervisor or teacher. Policemen themselves and others. W The best way to prepare for an active shooter engage in an Knowing and understanding how to prevent, pre- situation is to ensure that all individuals know how active shooter pare, respond to and recover from potential hazards to react, plans are in place and drills are conducted training can save lives. to validate those plans. exercise hosted The most publicized active shooter incidents have Leaders are requested to develop emergency action by USAG been Columbine High School (1999), Virginia Tech plans which define evacuation and shelter-in-place (2007), and Fort Hood (2009). procedures, and ensure that emergency numbers are Benelux and The most recent active shooter event in the Stutt- immediately available. Every community organiza- Supreme gart area occurred in 2009 in Albertville Technical tion is responsible for its own emergency action plan Headquarters High School in Winnenden. Nine students and three and should conduct unannounced active shooter drills. Allied Powers teachers were killed before the gunman fled, killed In the event of an active shooter, take the follow- Europe. three passersby and then himself after he was cornered ing actions, when applicable: Exercises by the Polizei, according to a British Broadcasting • Evacuate: Leave everything behind, keep hands like this help Corporation article published in March 2009. visible and follow instructions of any police officers. communities Many of these active shooter incidents could have • Hide out: Stay out of sight, lock and barricade prepare for been prevented if indicators of violence were reported the door, silence cell phone and turn off radios. Hide dangerous and acted upon. It is everyone’s responsibility to behind large items that protect from gunfire, remain situations. understand the indicators of a potentially violent quiet and call the Military Police at civ. 0711-680- Christie Vanover (USAG Benelux) individual, and report them immediately. 5262 or DSN 114, if possible. are officially released. While in the assembly area, Some warning signs of potential violence in a • As a last resort, take action against the shooter. group leaders can assist officials by determining if co-worker could be overreacting to changes in poli- • When law enforcement arrives, remain calm. anyone in their group is missing and providing that cies, talking about incidents of violence or showing Put hands in the air with fingers spread, and follow information to law enforcement personnel. empathy for violent individuals. instructions from law enforcement personnel. Do not Students show warning signs of violence when make sudden movements or question law enforcement. For more information, contact the USAG Stuttgart they become withdrawn, undergo changes in appear- • In the event that witnesses are taken to a desig- Emergency Manager at 431-2035/civ. 07031-15- ance and hygiene, start making suicidal comments or nated assembly area for questioning, following the 2035, or USAGStuttgartEmergencyManager@eur. talk about weapons and violent crimes. incident, witnesses should stay in the area until they army.mil. Page 6 FeaTureS The Citizen, March 10, 2011 The Citizen, March 10, 2011 FeaTureS Page 7 Except for the color of his Renovations brighten, expand community chapels eyes, Elvis is By Tanya Fogg Young Col. Carl D. Bird (far a dead ringer Special to The Citizen right), U.S. Army for Smokey in Garrison Stuttgart the film “Stuart ongregations at Robinson commander, addresses Little.” The Barracks Chapel now have likeness won a lighter, brighter facility in a question during the C Robinson Barracks Elvis first place which to worship. Parishioners at Patch in the Cartoon town hall meeting, held Barracks Chapel now have a building Look-alike in the newly renovated on site in which to meet and fellowship category. He Robinson Barracks outside of worship services. also won Judges’ Chapel Feb. 28. The Both chapels have recently under- Favorite. gone renovations in an effort to improve RB Chapel recently the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart’s received new lighting, delivery of religious support services, new interior paint and [Above] Laura Ellsworth urges according to Ken Bellinger, USAG windows (including a reluctant Clyde to play fetch Stuttgart deputy garrison command pieces of stained glass during the Best Trick contest. chaplain. from the decomissioned The new 3,200-square foot Patch Kelley Chapel), which [Left] Judges take a closer Chapel Annex, a $750,000 project, add light to a formerly look at Ming Ming, a Bengal features a kitchen, two large meeting dark interior. belonging to Moira Pokemire. rooms with a movable wall, and rest- Susan Huseman Ming Ming is a crowd rooms. The project was jointly funded near the Patch Commissary. The Patch Bellinger said in addition to reli- re-stained, and we got a new sound favorite, having won the by the U.S. Army Office of the Chief REC was also used for child watch gious support, a number of units and system and lighting,” said Bruning, also People’s Choice award two Jane Walk and her Bingo “channels” Elvis with the help of of Chaplains and the garrison, which services for the congregations, he said. community groups use the annex and the garrison’s Family Life Chaplain. “It years in a row. cat, Prince. owner Lonnie Ellis. provided $375,000. “Now, with the addition we have the chapel for meetings and gatherings. went from dark and dreary to bright and At the Robinson Barracks Chapel, some child watch capabilities in the “Use has definitely increased in the with a lot of light. It’s a very comfort- a $300,000 project funded by the gar- facility, as well as a kitchen and fel- facility,” he said. able place to have services.” rison yielded a new electrical system lowship hall/multi-purpose room,” While the annex’s structure and in- FMWR feline show celebrates purrrfect pets and lights, new doors and windows and Stanley, USAG Stuttgart’s Catholic Bellinger said. “The annex improves terior are complete, work continues on interior painting. chaplain, echoed Bruning’s sentiments our abilities to provide for the reli- the grounds around it, with landscaping about the new lighting at the RB Cha- Story & photos by Susan Huseman Cats are especially suited for a military family Loudmouth Cat, and at 19.4 pounds, second place gious support of this community and Patch Chapel Annex and the installation of sidewalks still to pel. “It’s so much brighter there now,” USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office because of their independent nature, according to as Fattest Cat. also enables us to support the broader Before the construction of the be done, Bellinger said. Stanley said. “Before, I felt like I was Lonnie Ellis, who brought his cats, Bingo, an Ameri- One might think first place in that category would community beyond religious support annex, services at Patch Chapel had saying Mass in a cave because it was ats were highly revered and respected can shorthair, and Millie, a Siamese, to the show. have gone to Fatty, Julie Osburn’s semi-feral cat. But only an adjacent enclosed gazebo — a activities more effectively.” Robinson Barracks Chapel animals in ancient Egypt. so dark.” “You don’t have to worry about coming home at just under 10 pounds, he proved to be more fluff very small facility — on site that was Father Brian Stanley, USAG Stutt- Frank Bruning, Robinson Barracks Thousands of years later, they still are, every few hours to check on them. If you’re gone than heft. Community Chaplain, described the The chapel on Robinson Barracks C equipped with little more than a small gart Catholic chaplain, said the annex’s as demonstrated at Family and Morale, Welfare and for a day or two, as long as you have a neighbor While Fatty spent most of the show in the safety also has new interior paint, doors and refrigerator, microwave and coffee fellowship hall provides a convenient work completed at the chapel as a Recreation’s third annual Feline Fun Show held Feb. check on their litter, water and food, they’re good of his carrier, he was still able to charm the judges, “really nice face lift.” While the reno- windows. Among the windows are four maker, Bellinger said. meeting place for members of the 26 on Patch Barracks. to go,” he said. winning second place in the Judge’s Choice category. vations were underway, the congrega- pieces of stained glass received from So in order to fellowship and have Stuttgart Knights of Columbus — a Rather than a competition to see which animal The show gave Kris and Shawna Bailey a chance Juliet Trevino showed her aptly named cat, tions met in the cafeteria of Robinson the decommissioned Kelley Chapel, meals, Patch Chapel congregations fraternal benefit society of the Catholic bore the closest resemblance to the ideal definition to show off the many talents of Hunter, their 3-year- Patches. The Trevino family acquired the calico mix Barracks Elementary/Middle School, which had gotten the stained glass would often use the kitchen and hall at Church — because several members and standard of its breed, the Feline Fun Show was old Bengal cat. about nine months ago. Patch Religious Education Center, lo- work in U.S. European Command on Bruning said. from the first NATO chapel in France, about, well, pure fun. “He plays dead, plays fetch and loves the water. “We got him at the case lot sale at the Patch Com- cated off site, across from Subway and Patch Barracks. “All of the wood was cleaned and Bruning said. The Patch Community Club was crawling with He’ll jump in the shower and bath tub with you, if missary,” said Juliet’s mother, Cindy. “Someone was kitties as 22 cats were judged in 13 categories such as you let him,” Shawna said. giving away kittens from the back of their car. 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KWWSEDSWLVWVWXWWJDUWFRP Independent Baptist Church Serving (serving our Military and surrounding the Stuttgart area communities since 1998) The Citizen, March 10, 2011 FeaTureS Page 7 Except for the color of his eyes, Elvis is a dead ringer for Smokey in the film “Stuart Little.” The likeness won Elvis first place in the Cartoon Look-alike category. He also won Judges’ Favorite.

[Above] Laura Ellsworth urges a reluctant Clyde to play fetch during the Best Trick contest.

[Left] Judges take a closer look at Ming Ming, a Bengal belonging to Moira Pokemire. Ming Ming is a crowd favorite, having won the People’s Choice award two Jane Walk and her Bingo “channels” Elvis with the help of years in a row. cat, Prince. owner Lonnie Ellis. FMWR feline show celebrates purrrfect pets

Story & photos by Susan Huseman Cats are especially suited for a military family Loudmouth Cat, and at 19.4 pounds, second place USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office because of their independent nature, according to as Fattest Cat. Lonnie Ellis, who brought his cats, Bingo, an Ameri- One might think first place in that category would ats were highly revered and respected can shorthair, and Millie, a Siamese, to the show. have gone to Fatty, Julie Osburn’s semi-feral cat. But animals in ancient Egypt. “You don’t have to worry about coming home at just under 10 pounds, he proved to be more fluff C Thousands of years later, they still are, every few hours to check on them. If you’re gone than heft. as demonstrated at Family and Morale, Welfare and for a day or two, as long as you have a neighbor While Fatty spent most of the show in the safety Recreation’s third annual Feline Fun Show held Feb. check on their litter, water and food, they’re good of his carrier, he was still able to charm the judges, 26 on Patch Barracks. to go,” he said. winning second place in the Judge’s Choice category. Rather than a competition to see which animal The show gave Kris and Shawna Bailey a chance Juliet Trevino showed her aptly named cat, bore the closest resemblance to the ideal definition to show off the many talents of Hunter, their 3-year- Patches. The Trevino family acquired the calico mix and standard of its breed, the Feline Fun Show was old Bengal cat. about nine months ago. about, well, pure fun. “He plays dead, plays fetch and loves the water. “We got him at the case lot sale at the Patch Com- The Patch Community Club was crawling with He’ll jump in the shower and bath tub with you, if missary,” said Juliet’s mother, Cindy. “Someone was kitties as 22 cats were judged in 13 categories such as you let him,” Shawna said. giving away kittens from the back of their car. fluffiest tail, most lovable, best costume and longest In his first-ever show, Hunter walked away “Besides lots of paper products, he’s the best thing whiskers. with top honors for Best Trick (playing dead) and that we found at the case lot sale.”

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It F anaerobic exercise leads to greater sit-up) measures total body muscular physical education at West Point; Dr. items to take care of. From finances and will be replaced by both the Physical B performance in short duration, high- endurance and assesses total body Neal Bumgartner, program director of filling out a will to ensuring they are physically ready Readiness Test and the Army Combat intensity activities. coordination to deploy, each Soldier has individual needs to meet Air Education and Training Command Readiness Test. Aerobic exercise includes lower • Standing long jump measures before they leave hearth and home. at Randolph Air Force Base,Texas; Over the next few months, the intensity activities performed for longer lower body muscular strength and as- Installation Management Command has made two tests will be conducted at eight and Tim Bockleman, sports medicine periods of time. sesses lower body power Soldier and civilian readiness its number one priority, installations as part of a pilot program, coordinator at the Marine Corps’ Par- The Army, said Hertling, has been • 1-minute push-up measures upper according to the IMCOM Campaign Plan, and it takes where standards will also be developed. ris Island. on an ebb and flow of physical fitness body muscular endurance and assesses care of readiness using Soldier Readiness Processing. The new tests could go Army-wide in “Also, we couldn’t develop a test that training for the last 60 to 70 years. trunk stability October, according to Lt. Gen. Mark P. required buying equipment,” Hertling On Feb. 17, 45 Soldiers in 4th Platoon, 554th “Every time prior to combat, our fit- • 1.5-mile run measures lower body Hertling, deputy commanding general said. “All you need is a track and some Military Police Company, stationed in Stuttgart, went ness regimen and fitness testing is very muscular endurance and aerobic capac- of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine graders to administer the test.” through the first phase of the SRP at the Panzer Fitness different [from] what we do after we’ve ity and assesses speed stability Command, Initial Military Training, at After taking the ACRT portion, Center. The platoon is set to deploy to Afghanistan experienced combat. But right after The new ACRT has five events: Fort Monroe, Va. Sgt. 1st Class Cornelius Trammell, an with the 172nd Infantry Brigade this spring. Vietnam, some of the fitness mavens, • 400-meter run assesses upper body “Today’s PT test does not adequate- instructor at Army Physical Fitness The SRP provides each service member with a like Ken Cooper, sold the military on muscular endurance and anaerobic ly measure components of strength, School at Fort Jackson, had one thought checklist to ensure that his or her personnel require- aerobic training. But this isn’t neces- power, coordination, speed and stability endurance or mobility,” Hertling said. on his mind: “My quads are on fire,” he ments, training, financial, family and spiritual needs, sarily the way we do things in combat,” • Individual movement techniques Hertling and Frank Palkoska, di- said. “I consider myself in great shape among others, are met before deploying. Hertling said. assess upper and lower body muscular In the first phase of an SRP, garrison organiza- rector of the Army’s Physical Fitness and always do well in distance running, School, began discussing the need One of the initial concerns on endurance, agility, balance, coordina- tions including Army Community Service, dental and but this was a challenge and made me for better physical fitness tests while changing the test, Hertling said, an- tion, speed and stability health clinics, legal center and the chaplains’ office, breathe hard.” Martin Greeson together at West Point’s physical edu- ticipated comments such as ‘why are • Ammo can shuttle sprint assesses set up in one location specifically for Soldiers in the “This is what anaerobic training Army Spc. Jeanna Herron (left), 554th MP Company Operations Section, processes security packets for members cation department in the early 1980s. we changing? It’s been good enough total body muscular strength and en- deploying unit. is all about,” Hertling said. “It’s like of 4th Platoon, 554th MP Co., during Soldier Readiness Processing Feb. 17 in the Panzer Fitness Center. But it was the progression of sports for 30 years.’ durance, agility, coordination, speed, a boxer in the first and second round, There, Soldiers receive screenings and immuniza- science that led to development of the “In fact, just the opposite is hap- stability and power a will or power of attorney was the most popular for In the past three months, DPTMS has supported tions, and fill out a will and power of attorney. new APRT and ACRT. pening. Soldiers enjoy a challenge, • Casualty drag assesses total body just like in combat with all the stress her troops, Uhorchak added. approximately 200 service members, Burrell added. An SRP “brings you one step closer to deploy- “We needed to come up with a pro- and many have come up to me and muscular strength and endurance, and before you can relax and take in In the Stuttgart military community, the U.S. All Soldiers must complete the SRP annually, ment,” said Sgt. Keith Appleton, who is deploying gram for the incoming young Soldiers said, ‘Thank you for fighting for these agility, coordination, speed, stability oxygen.” with 4th Platoon, 554th MP Co. Army Garrison Stuttgart Directorate of Plans, Train- whether or not they are scheduled to deploy, Burrell who were not as focused on health, changes,’” Hertling said. and power The proposed pilot test sites are: It also keeps troops focused on the upcoming ing, Mobilization and Security oversees readiness said. In addition, a deploying unit is required to fitness and nutrition,” Hertling said. The old test required comple- • Agility sprint assesses lower body Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Fort Ben- mission, according to 1st Lt. Jacqueline Uhorchak, military activities for all five installations. complete a pre-deployment process, or PDP, 30 days The two tests align with the new tion of three events: two minutes of anaerobic power, speed and power ning, Ga.; Fort Sill, Okla.; Fort Jack- 4th Platoon leader. “The SRP is making sure the Soldiers’ personal prior to deployment. DPTMS supports both SRPs and Army Physical Readiness Training push-ups, two minutes of sit-ups and In order to develop these tests, son, S.C.; Fort Bliss, Texas; West The SRP helps Soldiers complete what needs to affairs are in order,” said Moses Burrell, USAG Stutt- PDPs. Soldiers go through the same process during program that began Army-wide imple- a two-mile run. Hertling asked Palkoska to look both Point, N.Y.; Fort Bragg, N.C.; and Fort be done before deploying, so that they aren’t worried gart DPTMS plans and operations specialist. reintegration. mentation in August. The new APRT has five events: inside and outside the Army for sub- Lewis, Wash. about these issues while down range, she said. With no dedicated facility to host the SRP, The entire readiness process is a cycle, which No one likes to think of the worse that can happen, DPTMS takes the SRP services to the customer when IMCOM uses to ensure that Solders and families are but scheduling appointments at the legal station for and where a unit commander chooses, Burrell said. taken care of before, during and after a deployment. Women’s History Month

Stuttgart woman lauded for ‘phenomenal’ impact

U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs Menzel is the American president the most phenomenal in our commu- Office of the German-American Women’s To be truly a part nities — but they stand to represent Club and serves as the USA Girl Scouts the kinds of sisters living amongst .S. Army Europe honored a Overseas-North Atlantic Board chair. of the community, us,” she said. “Their selection recog- local woman for her posi- ‘ She is also a master trainer with Army nizes the efforts and accomplishments tive impact on the commu- you must be in- U Community Service and coordinates in- of many.” nity to kick off Women’s History Month structor, briefer and facilitator trainings volved. Then, you The Army’s Comprehensive Soldier observations in March. for the Stuttgart military community. really know what is Fitness program — an Army-wide Christi “To be truly a part of the com- Ham, the wife program designed to increase the re- munity, you must be involved. Then, going on and how silience and enhance the performance of USAREUR you really know what is going on and of Soldiers, family members and Army Commanding how you can contribute effectively,” you can contribute civilians — was the guideline for the General Carter Menzel said. effectively. submissions. Ham, called on se- “I have always felt it was important Using the CSF five dimensions of nior leader spous- to volunteer throughout all the assign- Laurie Menzel strength (family, social, emotional, es to nominate a ments we have had during the past 30 USAREUR Phenomenal Woman woman from each physical and spiritual), nominators Menzel years. It is a continual cycle of giving Scroll of Impact nominee of their communi- and receiving. We are always moving; considered how the attributes of the ties for the first “USAREUR Phenomenal therefore, somewhere in that cycle, individual selectees have contributed Woman Scroll of Impact.” either you need help or you can provide to three or more of the five pillars in Laurie Menzel of the Stuttgart mili- help. This is especially true overseas,” also “highlights those women who are their military communities. Donate to the AER campaign! making history now, during Women’s’ The submissions included military tary community was chosen as one of she said. 13 women from the wider U.S. Army The Scroll of Impact not only ob- History Month,” Ham said. spouses, active duty and reserve Sol- V Europe community. serves Women’s History Month, but “[It is] not that these selectees are diers and Army civilians. The Citizen, March 10, 2011 MiliTary newS Page 9 Army PT test gets overhaul after 30-plus years By Rob McIlvaine The new training involves anaero- • 60-yard shuttle run measures ject matter experts to help develop a Army News Service bic exercise. lower body muscular strength and an- test which is gender neutral and age Used by athletes to promote aerobic power, assessing speed, agility specific. or the first time since 1980, strength, speed and power, and by and coordination Experts on the advisory board the Army’s Physical Fitness body builders to build muscle mass, • 1-minute rower (variation of a include Dr. Chip East, professor of Test is being overhauled. It F anaerobic exercise leads to greater sit-up) measures total body muscular physical education at West Point; Dr. will be replaced by both the Physical performance in short duration, high- endurance and assesses total body Neal Bumgartner, program director of Readiness Test and the Army Combat intensity activities. coordination Readiness Test. Air Education and Training Command Aerobic exercise includes lower • Standing long jump measures at Randolph Air Force Base,Texas; Over the next few months, the intensity activities performed for longer lower body muscular strength and as- two tests will be conducted at eight and Tim Bockleman, sports medicine periods of time. sesses lower body power installations as part of a pilot program, coordinator at the Marine Corps’ Par- The Army, said Hertling, has been • 1-minute push-up measures upper where standards will also be developed. ris Island. on an ebb and flow of physical fitness body muscular endurance and assesses The new tests could go Army-wide in “Also, we couldn’t develop a test that training for the last 60 to 70 years. trunk stability October, according to Lt. Gen. Mark P. required buying equipment,” Hertling “Every time prior to combat, our fit- • 1.5-mile run measures lower body Hertling, deputy commanding general said. “All you need is a track and some ness regimen and fitness testing is very muscular endurance and aerobic capac- of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine graders to administer the test.” different [from] what we do after we’ve ity and assesses speed stability Command, Initial Military Training, at After taking the ACRT portion, experienced combat. But right after The new ACRT has five events: Fort Monroe, Va. Sgt. 1st Class Cornelius Trammell, an Vietnam, some of the fitness mavens, • 400-meter run assesses upper body “Today’s PT test does not adequate- instructor at Army Physical Fitness like Ken Cooper, sold the military on muscular endurance and anaerobic ly measure components of strength, School at Fort Jackson, had one thought aerobic training. But this isn’t neces- power, coordination, speed and stability endurance or mobility,” Hertling said. on his mind: “My quads are on fire,” he sarily the way we do things in combat,” • Individual movement techniques Hertling and Frank Palkoska, di- said. “I consider myself in great shape Hertling said. assess upper and lower body muscular rector of the Army’s Physical Fitness and always do well in distance running, School, began discussing the need One of the initial concerns on endurance, agility, balance, coordina- changing the test, Hertling said, an- tion, speed and stability but this was a challenge and made me for better physical fitness tests while breathe hard.” together at West Point’s physical edu- ticipated comments such as ‘why are • Ammo can shuttle sprint assesses “This is what anaerobic training cation department in the early 1980s. we changing? It’s been good enough total body muscular strength and en- is all about,” Hertling said. “It’s like But it was the progression of sports for 30 years.’ durance, agility, coordination, speed, a boxer in the first and second round, science that led to development of the “In fact, just the opposite is hap- stability and power new APRT and ACRT. pening. Soldiers enjoy a challenge, • Casualty drag assesses total body just like in combat with all the stress “We needed to come up with a pro- and many have come up to me and muscular strength and endurance, and before you can relax and take in gram for the incoming young Soldiers said, ‘Thank you for fighting for these agility, coordination, speed, stability oxygen.” who were not as focused on health, changes,’” Hertling said. and power The proposed pilot test sites are: fitness and nutrition,” Hertling said. The old test required comple- • Agility sprint assesses lower body Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Fort Ben- The two tests align with the new tion of three events: two minutes of anaerobic power, speed and power ning, Ga.; Fort Sill, Okla.; Fort Jack- Army Physical Readiness Training push-ups, two minutes of sit-ups and In order to develop these tests, son, S.C.; Fort Bliss, Texas; West program that began Army-wide imple- a two-mile run. Hertling asked Palkoska to look both Point, N.Y.; Fort Bragg, N.C.; and Fort mentation in August. The new APRT has five events: inside and outside the Army for sub- Lewis, Wash.

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DonateDonate to to the the AER AER campaign! VVisit www.aerhq.org. Fire: 117 Page 10 COMMuniTy annOunCeMenTS The Citizen, March 10, 2011 The Citizen, March 10, 2011 healTh Page 11 ESSO fuel card out- a.m. for civilians, and 10:30- 11:30 a.m. for supervisors age March 13 in the basement of Building DISA-Europe celebrates employee wellness The Army and Air Force 2948 on Panzer Kaserne. Exchange Service has For more information, By Theresa Michal experience for him. scheduled an ESSO Fuel Ra- e-mail Howard Krout at how- Defense Information Systems Agency-Europe “I made some changes with my diet and exercise tion Card System outage on [email protected]. routine, and by the 2010 wellness day, I had lost March 13 from 5-10 a.m. healthy employee is a productive em- around 12 pounds and significantly reduced my Customers will not be able See EUCOM film ployee: This was the message delivered blood pressure. I’m still maintaining it up to this All community members to purchase fuel at Exchange Aby Defense Information Systems Agency- day,” he said. are invited to this month’s Euro- gas stations or use their fuel Europe Commander Col. Elizabeth Bierden as she After the assessment, employees broke into pean Command Commander’s ration card at ESSO stations kicked off the fourth annual DISA-Europe Wellness groups for fitness sessions. They were introduced to a Notable Author/Film Series off-post. Also, the Exchange Day on Feb. 11 in the Patch Fitness Center. variety of classes and services offered at the Patch Fit- presentation of the war film will not be able to issue or “I am thrilled with the enthusiasm of the DISA- ness Center. While some employees sampled classes “The Battle of Algiers” March replace fuel ration cards, do Europe employees and their willingness to be open to such as spinning, cross fit, and yoga, others opted to 11 at the Patch Theater at 2 p.m. balance/ration inquiries or add new information and fitness routines,” Bierden said. play Ultimate Frisbee and Wallyball. money to fuel card accounts. The two-hour movie will be fol- This year, DISA-Europe partnered with the Army lowed by a panel discussion led Roger Carpenter, DISA-Europe deputy com- The outage is necessary to Wellness Center Stuttgart and conducted a unit fitness mander, is one of the command’s most outspoken by members of EUCOM. assessment for more than 55 military and civilian reset the Exchange computer advocates of ensuring that DISA- Europe employees mainframe system clocks and To learn more about the personnel. The purpose of the fitness assessment was have a well-balanced approach to health and work. perform critical system mainte- film, visit http://nymag.com/ to provide employees with a picture of their overall “I believe fitness and well-being make for a happy nance and software upgrades. print/?/nymetro/movies/ fitness and motivate them to establish reasonable workforce,” Carpenter said. “Today was a good re- reviews/n_9697. fitness goals. Join EEO team minder that everyone can make exercise fit into their “It’s important for units to conduct unit-level fit- The U.S. Army Garrison Take OHA survey busy day through small, everyday activities.” Susan Huseman ness tests to help motivate and educate individuals Stuttgart Equal Employment Eligible service mem- about the ongoing obesity trends in the U.S. and help DISA-Europe employees went home with a better Opportunity Office is seeking bers are encouraged to take them fight against becoming sedentary,” said Rich awareness of how to live a healthy lifestyle and the men and women to be a part the 2011 Overseas Housing AER campaign opens Hoke, Wellness Center director. potential risks surrounding an unhealthy one. The fol- of the collateral duty EEO Allowance Utility/Recurring The morning began with employee blood pressure lowing Monday, employees were sharing how sore the Counselor Team. Maintenance Survey. All ser- The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Command Group (from left: Deputy to the Commander screenings and body composition profiles, followed Cross Fit class made them. Others shared nutritional To be eligible, individuals vice members who have lived Scott Tucker Kathleen Cole, Garrison Commander Carl D. Bird and Command Sgt. Major Anthony M. by a one-mile timed walk, and concluded with grip goals, such as cutting back on rich European foods must be U.S. Army Garrison off-post under the OHA pro- Command Master Chief James Barnes completes his Bryant) cuts a cake, signalling the start of the 2011 Army Emergency Relief campaign. AER strength and flexibility tests. that are so readily available. Stuttgart employees, be able gram for at least six months one-mile walk as part of the DISA-Europe Wellness provides emergency financial assistance to active duty and retired Soldiers, their family At the end of the assessment, Hoke briefed the unit “I think a lot of people were surprised at their to dedicate at least 20 percent are eligible. Data from the Day held Feb. 11 at the Patch Fitness Center. members, surviving spouses and orphans through an interest-free loan, grant, or a combination on their overall fitness and provided each employee results,” said Command Master Chief James Barnes, of their duty time to the team, survey is used to determine of the two. In 2010, nearly 60 local Soldiers received more than $85,000 in emergency assistance. with an individual assessment. Porter Balanza, another DISA-Europe employee, who works out twice a week with DISA-Europe plan to be in the Stuttgart area utility allowances. “Today made me realize I lead a sedentary life- is also an advocate for annual wellness days. At the military personnel. for the next two years, and be- Service members in Ger- For more information about AER, or to make a donation, visit www.aerhq.org. To speak with style and need to lose 20 pounds,” said Greg Brooks, 2009 DISA-Europe Wellness Day, he discovered his “Now, everyone has a goal to improve their overall lieve and uphold the principles many can take the survey at the USAG Stuttgart AER coordinator, call 431-2086/civ. 07031-15-2086. a DISA-Europe employee. blood pressure was high, which was an eye-opening fitness before next year’s wellness day,” he added. of equal opportunity for all. www.defensetravel.dod.mil/ For more information, ss/wsb.dll/s/eg4a. lowing the March meeting, used items March 12 from 10 munity Bank on Patch Bar- contact the EEO Office at Health clinic closure Help someone else quit smoking USAGStuttgartEEO@eur. recurring meetings will take a.m. to 1 p.m. in a tent by the racks will be open from 1-4 The U.S. Army Health place every third Thursday Hub on Patch Barracks. p.m., and the Community Breaking the nicotine habit: army.mil. Clinic Stuttgart will be closed using proven four-step process of the month at 9 a.m. and 6 Items for sale are listed Banks on Kelley Barracks March 18 in observance of USO closures p.m. at the Panzer Hotel. online at www.stuttgartmwr. and Panzer Kaserne will be By Kristen Marquez be supportive, but not pushy. fight cravings in tough times. activities or play games. Go for a walk, The United Services Orga- the U.S. Army Europe train- NAF property sale com. Sales are cash only. open from 1:30-4 p.m. for to Heidelberg Medical Department • Choose the right time to be en- • Remove all tobacco-related prod- fix a healthy snack or encourage them nization will be closed March ing holiday. For more information, call to start a quit journal or blog. The U.S. Army Garrison mandatory training. Activity Public Affairs Office couraging. The most opportune times ucts from their home and car. 11 at 2 p.m. and all day March Contact the Military Po- 421-2193/2100/civ. 0711- • Be understanding. Setbacks are Stuttgart Family and Morale, are when they bring it up themselves. • Encourage them to tell as many 12 for cleaning. The USO will lice in case of an emergency 729-2193/2100. eciding to quit using to- • Don’t give up or get frustrated. people as possible about their goal of not failures — they are just part of the Welfare and Recreation will Send community-wide re-open March 14 at 10 a.m. at civ. 0711-680-114. For bacco products is a big step process. host a nonappropriated fund Bank closures Give them the time they need. quitting. ASAP training immediate health care needs, announcements to stuttgart- Dfor anyone who smokes or property sale on new and On March 23, the Com- [email protected]. uses smokeless tobacco. Step 2: Preparing to quit Step 3: Quitting Step 4: Staying smoke-free All Department of the call the Nurse Advice Line at Friends, family and co-workers can • Helpers who smoke themselves • Compliment them on their efforts. • Celebrate successes with them. Army civilian employees are civ. 00800-4759-2330. help someone they know to quit smok- should consider quitting with the friend Positive feedback is a big help and Every tobacco-free milestone can be a required to take two hours Get to know SLOs ing in several ways. they are trying to help. Having a “quit always appreciated. Have they consid- reason to celebrate. of Army Substance Abuse Community members ComputerView The ergonomics Citizen archives at www.stuttgart.army.mil According to www.ucanquit2.org, buddy” can be a huge motivator. ered a reward system for themselves? • Remember that for many people, Program training. can get to know the Stuttgart Whether you use a computer at work or at home, improper ergonomic helping someone quit smoking or dip- • Help them pick a quit date that Rewards can help them make it past quitting completely can take several One hour of training will military community School Li- practices can hurt your eyes, shoulders, back and wrists. ping can be made easier with the help is right for them, and then help them everyday obstacles instead of just work- attempts over time. Be ready to offer be offered online at www. aison Officers during monthly • Place the computer 50-90 centimeters (20-35 inches) away from you, of a simple four-step process. stick to it. ing toward the big milestone at the end. nonjudgmental encouragement and usag.stuttgart.army.mil/ol- meetings open to all parents. with the top line of the screen at eye level. Take five-minute breaks • Suggest medications or profes- • Don’t use tobacco products in support. tng/olhome.html. The second The next meeting is set Step 1: Thinking about sional support to help them along the front of a friend who is trying to quit. every hour to relieve your eyes and shoulders. hour of training will conduct- for March 15 at the Broad- way. Doing a little bit of research on • Spend time having fun. Try to Live help is available online at www. • Use a chair with adjustable seat height and depth, and an adjustable quitting ed as a classroom presenta- way Cafe on Kelley Barracks • Quitting needs to be their decision, the effects of nicotine withdrawal could avoid places that may encourage tobac- ucanquit2.org, which features a 24/7 chat backrest. Adjust the chair so that your hips and knees are level and tion on March 17 from 9-10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fol- not anyone else’s, so it is important to provide the knowledge to help them co use. Instead, participate in physical service with tobacco cessation coaches. your forearms are parallel to the floor. Your lower back should be well supported. Use a footrest if the chair is too high. • Rotate between sitting in the forward, neutral and reclining position. Wanna drive a Intersperse computer work with other tasks that require you to get up. 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Sportscar events offer you the ultimate challenge to sit USAG Stuttgart The 2011 Overseas behind the wheel of these stunning racecars on the formula Housing Allowance one circuit of Hockenheim, near Heidelberg. Instructors will Utility/Recurring Main- guide you through the world of speed and racing. Enjoy your race day! Limited places available. tenance Survey is now open at www.defense- Call 07 11 - 46 05 34 50 or email us: [email protected] travel.dod.mil/ss/wsb. VAT Forms accepted! Americans welcome – we speak English! S FETY Corner dll/s/eg4a. The Citizen, March 10, 2011 healTh Page 11 DISA-Europe celebrates employee wellness By Theresa Michal experience for him. Defense Information Systems Agency-Europe “I made some changes with my diet and exercise routine, and by the 2010 wellness day, I had lost healthy employee is a productive em- around 12 pounds and significantly reduced my ployee: This was the message delivered blood pressure. I’m still maintaining it up to this Aby Defense Information Systems Agency- day,” he said. Europe Commander Col. Elizabeth Bierden as she After the assessment, employees broke into kicked off the fourth annual DISA-Europe Wellness groups for fitness sessions. They were introduced to a Day on Feb. 11 in the Patch Fitness Center. variety of classes and services offered at the Patch Fit- “I am thrilled with the enthusiasm of the DISA- ness Center. While some employees sampled classes Europe employees and their willingness to be open to such as spinning, cross fit, and yoga, others opted to new information and fitness routines,” Bierden said. play Ultimate Frisbee and Wallyball. This year, DISA-Europe partnered with the Army Roger Carpenter, DISA-Europe deputy com- Wellness Center Stuttgart and conducted a unit fitness mander, is one of the command’s most outspoken assessment for more than 55 military and civilian advocates of ensuring that DISA- Europe employees personnel. The purpose of the fitness assessment was have a well-balanced approach to health and work. to provide employees with a picture of their overall “I believe fitness and well-being make for a happy fitness and motivate them to establish reasonable workforce,” Carpenter said. “Today was a good re- fitness goals. minder that everyone can make exercise fit into their “It’s important for units to conduct unit-level fit- ness tests to help motivate and educate individuals busy day through small, everyday activities.” about the ongoing obesity trends in the U.S. and help DISA-Europe employees went home with a better them fight against becoming sedentary,” said Rich awareness of how to live a healthy lifestyle and the Hoke, Wellness Center director. potential risks surrounding an unhealthy one. The fol- The morning began with employee blood pressure lowing Monday, employees were sharing how sore the Cross Fit class made them. Others shared nutritional screenings and body composition profiles, followed Scott Tucker goals, such as cutting back on rich European foods by a one-mile timed walk, and concluded with grip Command Master Chief James Barnes completes his strength and flexibility tests. that are so readily available. one-mile walk as part of the DISA-Europe Wellness “I think a lot of people were surprised at their At the end of the assessment, Hoke briefed the unit Day held Feb. 11 at the Patch Fitness Center. on their overall fitness and provided each employee results,” said Command Master Chief James Barnes, with an individual assessment. Porter Balanza, another DISA-Europe employee, who works out twice a week with DISA-Europe “Today made me realize I lead a sedentary life- is also an advocate for annual wellness days. At the military personnel. style and need to lose 20 pounds,” said Greg Brooks, 2009 DISA-Europe Wellness Day, he discovered his “Now, everyone has a goal to improve their overall a DISA-Europe employee. blood pressure was high, which was an eye-opening fitness before next year’s wellness day,” he added. Help someone else quit smoking Breaking the nicotine habit: using proven four-step process

By Kristen Marquez be supportive, but not pushy. fight cravings in tough times. activities or play games. Go for a walk, Heidelberg Medical Department • Choose the right time to be en- • Remove all tobacco-related prod- fix a healthy snack or encourage them Activity Public Affairs Office couraging. The most opportune times ucts from their home and car. to start a quit journal or blog. are when they bring it up themselves. • Encourage them to tell as many • Be understanding. Setbacks are eciding to quit using to- • Don’t give up or get frustrated. people as possible about their goal of not failures — they are just part of the bacco products is a big step Give them the time they need. quitting. process. Dfor anyone who smokes or uses smokeless tobacco. Step 2: Preparing to quit Step 3: Quitting Step 4: Staying smoke-free Friends, family and co-workers can • Helpers who smoke themselves • Compliment them on their efforts. • Celebrate successes with them. help someone they know to quit smok- should consider quitting with the friend Positive feedback is a big help and Every tobacco-free milestone can be a ing in several ways. they are trying to help. Having a “quit always appreciated. Have they consid- reason to celebrate. According to www.ucanquit2.org, buddy” can be a huge motivator. ered a reward system for themselves? • Remember that for many people, helping someone quit smoking or dip- • Help them pick a quit date that Rewards can help them make it past quitting completely can take several ping can be made easier with the help is right for them, and then help them everyday obstacles instead of just work- attempts over time. Be ready to offer of a simple four-step process. stick to it. ing toward the big milestone at the end. nonjudgmental encouragement and • Suggest medications or profes- • Don’t use tobacco products in support. Step 1: Thinking about sional support to help them along the front of a friend who is trying to quit. quitting way. Doing a little bit of research on • Spend time having fun. Try to Live help is available online at www. • Quitting needs to be their decision, the effects of nicotine withdrawal could avoid places that may encourage tobac- ucanquit2.org, which features a 24/7 chat not anyone else’s, so it is important to provide the knowledge to help them co use. Instead, participate in physical service with tobacco cessation coaches.

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U.S. Army Medical Department Activity – Cheyenne Heidelberg Public Affairs Office Hill, 13 Clinic offers specialized screenings, Triage nurse, sick (left), has he U.S. Army Health her tonsils treatments consistent with U.S. care call replaced with Clinic Stuttgart proudly inspected serves the medical needs by Jessica By Frances Barlock appointments of the Stuttgart military Taylor, a U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart community. physician’s U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart he U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart One thing the clinic assistant, follows national performance stan- cannot provide, however, is emergency care. at the U.S. he U.S. Army Health Clinic T dards on important dimensions of An emergency can be classified as the Army Health T Stuttgart has changed its busi- health care service that are delivered to service threat of the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Any Clinic Tness practices for active duty members and their families. These quality mea- sick call services and triage practices. chance of a heart attack also classifies as an Stuttgart sures are called Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Active duty service members are wel- emergency situation. March 1. Information Set, or HEDIS, measures, and they come to walk into the clinic every morn- The clinic When community members experience allow the clinic to compare the level of services ing, Monday through Friday. However, provides medical emergencies, they should immedi- provided with quality standards of care being the preferred method is to call the Europe primary ately go to the nearest host nation hospital used by health care organizations across the U.S. Regional Medical Command Care Call care services emergency room. Attempting to come to Each year, USAHC Stuttgart is compared Center for primary care appointments. to service the Stuttgart health clinic will only delay a favorably with quality performances across The advantages of calling in for an members and response in definitive care. important areas of health concerns. The clinic appointment are twofold. First, ben- their families, For medical emergencies, contact the health care team is committed to providing cus- eficiaries are scheduled for a specific along with Stuttgart Military Police Station at civ. 0711- tomers with up-to-date wellness and condition time, as opposed to waiting in the clinic specialty 680-5262 or DSN 114. management services on a daily basis. along with other beneficiaries to be seen. care, such as The Stuttgart clinic is a part of the Some of the HEDIS measures include: More importantly, reducing walk-ins sig- behavioral nificantly reduces the time beneficiaries Heidelberg Medical Department Activity, • Cervical cancer screenings (ages 18-64). health, National Institutes of Health spend at the clinic and allows the primary which is part of the Europe Regional Medi- Screenings are needed annually until age 30, physical then every two to three years (if normal). Chla- Colorectal cancer is the second highest care providers to spend 20 quality min- cal Command. It was designed to provide utes with each patient, thereby improving therapy and mydia screenings are needed annually for ages cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. primary care services along with a variety health care outcomes. optometry 16-24. Call 371-2622/civ. 0622-117-2622 for Beginning at age 50, most people should of specialty services. These include behav- Reducing walk-ins has allowed the care. an appointment. have a colonoscopy every 10 years. This ioral health, physical therapy, optometry clinic to remove the process that re- • Breast cancer screenings and mammo- procedure uses a tiny camera to examine care and various specialists who visit the Brittany Carlson quired beneficiaries to be triaged before grams (ages 40-69). They are recommended the entire colon and rectum. The Stuttgart clinic monthly. being provided a medical appointment every one to two years after age 40. See a pri- health clinic can arrange for colorectal “The U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart is cancer screenings and colonoscopies. to see their primary care provider. The clinic has increased the appointment availability mary care provider for referral and breast exam. The triage process formerly served focused on providing quality health care, while Stuttgart clinic • Colon cancer screenings (colonoscopy or simultaneously improving the community’s 371-2622/civ. 0622-117-2622, or toll free as a gate keeper to primary care provid- by increasing appointments in primary care to more fecal occult blood test for ages 50-80). Ask a ers. Now, if an authorized beneficiary access to medical appointments,” said Col. ‘ phone numbers at 00800-376-22273. provider or call the Population Health Nurse. • Asthma screenings. Discuss with a feels they have an ailment that requires Larry Connell, clinic commander. than 200 per day. This was accomplished by remov- (put this on the fridge!) • Diabetic exams or lab work. Ask a pro- provider. a visit with their primary care provider, Within the clinic, the various departments ing the nurse triage process, which ultimately transi- vider or clinic nurse about appropriate lab work Customers using any of the above ser- they will be assisted via an appointment. include the Department of Behavioral Health. The ERMC Care Call Center ap- and/or appointments. Contact the Population vices should bring results to TRICARE or The ERMC Care Call Center is open This department offers a full range of services tioned a gatekeeper system to a system where, if you, pointment Line is available from 6:30 Health Nurse to order lab work. the Population Health Nurse, if completed from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. from psychological counseling to psychiatric the beneficiary, feel you need to see a physician, the a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through • Pneumococcal vaccinations (ages 65 and with a host provider. To make an appointment, call care, marital counseling, Education and De- Friday (except holidays). above) in immunizations section. Those under the Care Call Center toll free at civ. velopmental Intervention Services for young clinic staff will schedule you an appointment. Call 430-8610/civ. 0711-680-8610 65 years of age must have an order from their For more information, call Frances Bar- 00800-3762-2273 or 371-2622/civ. children and family advocacy. The staff has Press “2” for appointment primary care provider. Call the Immuniza- lock, Population Health Nurse at USAHC 0622-117-2622. Commercial: 0622-117-2622 specialists trained in treating children and Col. Larry Connell tions Section to schedule an appointment at Stuttgart, at 430-7069/civ. 0711-680-7069. Toll free: 00800-376-22273 adolescents, and works closely with the Army U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart commander The Nurse Advice Line is available Substance Abuse Program and the Department 24 hours a day, seven days a week at of Defense Dependents Schools school psy- 0800-475-92330. Medical Readiness assists all service branches chologists and counselors to deliver the best percent of clinic space to meet the rehabilita- The U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart has ’ By Spc. Jacob Semple Some Medical Readiness services need to medications can also visit Medical Readi- mental health care. tive needs of customers. With a team of two implemented several initiatives designed to Hours of operation The Physical Therapy-Sports Medicine doctors of physical therapy and three physical improve access and quality of care. U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart be completed in two parts, such as physicals ness during walk-in times. The USAHC Stuttgart hours of clinic is located in the Patch Fitness Center therapy assistants, this clinic can help clients “The clinic has increased the appoint- and periodic health assessments. Fasting is The Medical Readiness section also operation (including the pharmacy) he U.S. Army Health Clinic Stutt- and is a direct-access clinic. “Direct access” get “back in the game.” ment availability by increasing appoint- required for physicals and for specific age handles the Exceptional Family Member are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through gart’s Medical Readiness section groups (males ages 35 and over and females Program. All questions or appointments means that no referral is required to book an The Stuttgart Optometry Clinic provides ments in primary care to more than 200 per Thursday and 7 a.m. to noon Friday Tassists military personnel with ages 40 and over) completing PHAs. Morn- can be coordinated by calling 430-4583/ appointment with this clinic. The clinic treats routine eye examinations, contact lens updates day,” Connell said. for training. completing medical readiness requirements ing appointments are available for individu- civ. 0711-680-4583. all post-operative orthopedic issues and mus- (no new fits), glaucoma evaluations, and re- “This was accomplished by removing and force health protection measures. als required to fast. Medical Readiness is located in Room culoskeletal injuries, to include neck and lower fractive surgery pre-operative evaluations and the nurse triage process, which ultimately In an The Medical Readiness section covers Service members not required to fast 105, Building 2300 on Patch Barracks. back pain, joint sprains and muscle strains. post-operative care. transitioned a gatekeeper system to a sys- physicals, periodic health assessments, can walk in Monday through Thursday from Normal operating hours are Monday The clinic also offers a monthly running The Stuttgart Optometry Clinic is located tem where, if you, the beneficiary, feel you military-related immunizations, deployment noon to 3:30 p.m. for their Part 1 appoint- through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to noon shoe clinic to improve Soldier readiness and in Building 2996 on Panzer Kaserne. Services need to see a physician, the clinic staff will emergency requirements, hearing tests and malaria pro- ments. Those who need a military-required for appointments only, noon to 3:30 p.m. phylaxis, among other services. prevent running injuries. are limited to active duty service member at this schedule you an appointment.” Dial the Stuttgart Military Police hearing test can walk in during normal busi- for walk-in patients, and Friday from 7:30- Service members in all branches are ness hours; tests will start every half hour 11:30 a.m. for appointments only. The Physical Therapy-Sports Medicine time. Services should be expended to all TRI- Station at 0711-680-5262, or welcome, and the section staff can update from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To make an appointment, call 371- clinic has access to all fitness center equipment CARE Prime beneficiaries upon the increase For more information, visit https://ermc. DSN 114. and has recently expanded an additional 50 in medical staff this summer. amedd.army.mil/stuttgart/index.cfm. the affiliated medical system. 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U.S. Army Medical Department Activity – Cheyenne Heidelberg Public Affairs Office Hill, 13 Clinic offers specialized screenings, Triage nurse, sick (left), has he U.S. Army Health her tonsils treatments consistent with U.S. care call replaced with Clinic Stuttgart proudly inspected serves the medical needs by Jessica By Frances Barlock appointments of the Stuttgart military Taylor, a U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart community. physician’s U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart he U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart One thing the clinic assistant, follows national performance stan- cannot provide, however, is emergency care. at the U.S. he U.S. Army Health Clinic T dards on important dimensions of An emergency can be classified as the Army Health T Stuttgart has changed its busi- health care service that are delivered to service threat of the loss of life, limb or eyesight. Any Clinic Tness practices for active duty members and their families. These quality mea- sick call services and triage practices. chance of a heart attack also classifies as an Stuttgart sures are called Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Active duty service members are wel- emergency situation. March 1. Information Set, or HEDIS, measures, and they come to walk into the clinic every morn- The clinic When community members experience allow the clinic to compare the level of services ing, Monday through Friday. However, provides medical emergencies, they should immedi- provided with quality standards of care being the preferred method is to call the Europe primary ately go to the nearest host nation hospital used by health care organizations across the U.S. Regional Medical Command Care Call care services emergency room. Attempting to come to Each year, USAHC Stuttgart is compared Center for primary care appointments. to service the Stuttgart health clinic will only delay a favorably with quality performances across The advantages of calling in for an members and response in definitive care. important areas of health concerns. The clinic appointment are twofold. First, ben- their families, For medical emergencies, contact the health care team is committed to providing cus- eficiaries are scheduled for a specific along with Stuttgart Military Police Station at civ. 0711- tomers with up-to-date wellness and condition time, as opposed to waiting in the clinic specialty 680-5262 or DSN 114. management services on a daily basis. along with other beneficiaries to be seen. care, such as The Stuttgart clinic is a part of the Some of the HEDIS measures include: More importantly, reducing walk-ins sig- behavioral nificantly reduces the time beneficiaries Heidelberg Medical Department Activity, • Cervical cancer screenings (ages 18-64). health, National Institutes of Health spend at the clinic and allows the primary which is part of the Europe Regional Medi- Screenings are needed annually until age 30, physical then every two to three years (if normal). Chla- Colorectal cancer is the second highest care providers to spend 20 quality min- cal Command. It was designed to provide utes with each patient, thereby improving therapy and mydia screenings are needed annually for ages cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. primary care services along with a variety health care outcomes. optometry 16-24. Call 371-2622/civ. 0622-117-2622 for Beginning at age 50, most people should of specialty services. These include behav- Reducing walk-ins has allowed the care. an appointment. have a colonoscopy every 10 years. This ioral health, physical therapy, optometry clinic to remove the process that re- • Breast cancer screenings and mammo- procedure uses a tiny camera to examine care and various specialists who visit the Brittany Carlson quired beneficiaries to be triaged before grams (ages 40-69). They are recommended the entire colon and rectum. The Stuttgart clinic monthly. being provided a medical appointment every one to two years after age 40. See a pri- health clinic can arrange for colorectal “The U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart is cancer screenings and colonoscopies. to see their primary care provider. The clinic has increased the appointment availability mary care provider for referral and breast exam. The triage process formerly served focused on providing quality health care, while Stuttgart clinic • Colon cancer screenings (colonoscopy or simultaneously improving the community’s 371-2622/civ. 0622-117-2622, or toll free as a gate keeper to primary care provid- by increasing appointments in primary care to more fecal occult blood test for ages 50-80). Ask a ers. Now, if an authorized beneficiary access to medical appointments,” said Col. ‘ phone numbers at 00800-376-22273. provider or call the Population Health Nurse. • Asthma screenings. Discuss with a feels they have an ailment that requires Larry Connell, clinic commander. than 200 per day. This was accomplished by remov- (put this on the fridge!) • Diabetic exams or lab work. Ask a pro- provider. a visit with their primary care provider, Within the clinic, the various departments ing the nurse triage process, which ultimately transi- vider or clinic nurse about appropriate lab work Customers using any of the above ser- they will be assisted via an appointment. include the Department of Behavioral Health. The ERMC Care Call Center ap- and/or appointments. Contact the Population vices should bring results to TRICARE or The ERMC Care Call Center is open This department offers a full range of services tioned a gatekeeper system to a system where, if you, pointment Line is available from 6:30 Health Nurse to order lab work. the Population Health Nurse, if completed from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. from psychological counseling to psychiatric the beneficiary, feel you need to see a physician, the a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through • Pneumococcal vaccinations (ages 65 and with a host provider. To make an appointment, call care, marital counseling, Education and De- Friday (except holidays). above) in immunizations section. Those under the Care Call Center toll free at civ. velopmental Intervention Services for young clinic staff will schedule you an appointment. Call 430-8610/civ. 0711-680-8610 65 years of age must have an order from their For more information, call Frances Bar- 00800-3762-2273 or 371-2622/civ. children and family advocacy. The staff has Press “2” for appointment primary care provider. Call the Immuniza- lock, Population Health Nurse at USAHC 0622-117-2622. Commercial: 0622-117-2622 specialists trained in treating children and Col. Larry Connell tions Section to schedule an appointment at Stuttgart, at 430-7069/civ. 0711-680-7069. Toll free: 00800-376-22273 adolescents, and works closely with the Army U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart commander The Nurse Advice Line is available Substance Abuse Program and the Department 24 hours a day, seven days a week at of Defense Dependents Schools school psy- 0800-475-92330. Medical Readiness assists all service branches chologists and counselors to deliver the best percent of clinic space to meet the rehabilita- The U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart has ’ By Spc. Jacob Semple Some Medical Readiness services need to medications can also visit Medical Readi- mental health care. tive needs of customers. With a team of two implemented several initiatives designed to Hours of operation The Physical Therapy-Sports Medicine doctors of physical therapy and three physical improve access and quality of care. U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart be completed in two parts, such as physicals ness during walk-in times. The USAHC Stuttgart hours of clinic is located in the Patch Fitness Center therapy assistants, this clinic can help clients “The clinic has increased the appoint- and periodic health assessments. Fasting is The Medical Readiness section also operation (including the pharmacy) he U.S. Army Health Clinic Stutt- and is a direct-access clinic. “Direct access” get “back in the game.” ment availability by increasing appoint- required for physicals and for specific age handles the Exceptional Family Member are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through gart’s Medical Readiness section groups (males ages 35 and over and females Program. All questions or appointments means that no referral is required to book an The Stuttgart Optometry Clinic provides ments in primary care to more than 200 per Thursday and 7 a.m. to noon Friday Tassists military personnel with ages 40 and over) completing PHAs. Morn- can be coordinated by calling 430-4583/ appointment with this clinic. The clinic treats routine eye examinations, contact lens updates day,” Connell said. for training. completing medical readiness requirements ing appointments are available for individu- civ. 0711-680-4583. all post-operative orthopedic issues and mus- (no new fits), glaucoma evaluations, and re- “This was accomplished by removing and force health protection measures. als required to fast. Medical Readiness is located in Room culoskeletal injuries, to include neck and lower fractive surgery pre-operative evaluations and the nurse triage process, which ultimately In an The Medical Readiness section covers Service members not required to fast 105, Building 2300 on Patch Barracks. back pain, joint sprains and muscle strains. post-operative care. transitioned a gatekeeper system to a sys- physicals, periodic health assessments, can walk in Monday through Thursday from Normal operating hours are Monday The clinic also offers a monthly running The Stuttgart Optometry Clinic is located tem where, if you, the beneficiary, feel you military-related immunizations, deployment noon to 3:30 p.m. for their Part 1 appoint- through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to noon shoe clinic to improve Soldier readiness and in Building 2996 on Panzer Kaserne. Services need to see a physician, the clinic staff will emergency requirements, hearing tests and malaria pro- ments. Those who need a military-required for appointments only, noon to 3:30 p.m. phylaxis, among other services. prevent running injuries. are limited to active duty service member at this schedule you an appointment.” Dial the Stuttgart Military Police hearing test can walk in during normal busi- for walk-in patients, and Friday from 7:30- Service members in all branches are ness hours; tests will start every half hour 11:30 a.m. for appointments only. The Physical Therapy-Sports Medicine time. Services should be expended to all TRI- Station at 0711-680-5262, or welcome, and the section staff can update from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To make an appointment, call 371- clinic has access to all fitness center equipment CARE Prime beneficiaries upon the increase For more information, visit https://ermc. DSN 114. and has recently expanded an additional 50 in medical staff this summer. amedd.army.mil/stuttgart/index.cfm. the affiliated medical system. Service members in need of official travel 2622/civ. 0622-117-2622. Page 14 HealtH The Citizen, March 10, 2011 The Citizen, March 10, 2011 Community announCements Page 15 Women’s leader- “Meet the Artist,” an event A beginner’s session starts showcasing student artwork at 7 p.m., followed by a No-shows make appointments scarce at clinic ship forum set on March 25 from 6-8 p.m. partner’s class at 7:30 p.m., The third annual Women’s The event includes a spaghet- a patterns and steps ses- USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office another patient to be seen. provider and complexity of the health care rendered, Leadership Forum is sched- ti dinner, silent auction and sion at 8 p.m. and an open uled for March 24 from 8 In the past three months, there were a total a the revenue lost fluctuates,” he added. musical performances. dance session following ommunity members who fail to show up a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Swabian 1,114 missed appointments at the health clinic. These Missed appointments also take away further ap- For more information, until 10 p.m. Singles are at scheduled appointments at U.S. Army Special Events Center on resulted in a total lost revenue of $239,820, based on pointments because there are three lost appointments contact Carey Seely at welcome. No registration is Health Clinic Stuttgart prevent another Patch Barracks. C the average cost of $215 per appointment. for every no-show: one for the person who failed to [email protected]. required. The forum will provide patient from being seen and cause the clinic to lose “These costs reflect a total roll-up of missed arrive, one for the person who might have taken the For more information, hundreds of dollars for each missed appointment. encounters from various services provided by the missed appointment (had it been cancelled) and one participants with tools to max- PCS/pre-separation imize their skills, knowledge, call civ. 07031-15-3345 or Those who are unable to arrive at their scheduled clinic,” said Maj. Raul Jurado, deputy commander for the rescheduled appointment. briefings scheduled e-mail [email protected]. appointment should call the clinic at 430-8610/civ. for administration at the USAHC Stuttgart. The message to community members is clear, and abilities, and enhance The next permanent change 0711-680-8610 to cancel the appointment and allow “Depending on the credentialed skill set of the Jurado added: “Don’t miss your appointments.” their career opportunities in of station/pre-separation brief- Kebab, chicken the federal government. ings will be held March 16 and Register by Match 18 by vendor new hours 30 at 1 p.m. in Building 2913 The Army and Air e-mailing yasmin.a.rosa@ on Panzer Kaserne. All service Force Exchange Service us.army.mil. members and civilians depart- Susan Huseman concessionaire “Kebab, SCSC Spring Bazaar ing within the next four to five Chicken and More” has months should attend. The the following new operat- needs volunteers Row, row, row briefings will cover topics such Volunteers are needed to ing hours: as transportation, customs, • Robinson Barracks assist with the setup of the your (indoor) boat medical, vehicle registration Stuttgart Community Spouses CX: Tuesday through Sun- and housing. All separating day from 11 a.m. to 6:30 Club Spring Bazaar March Bryan and Christina Thompson compete against each Army personnel must attend a p.m., closed Monday; 14-17, and during the bazaar, other on rowing machines during the opening day of the briefing to receive pre-separa- • Patch Barracks (near March 18-20. Stuttgart military community’s Indoor Triathlon Feb. 25. tion information. Pre-registra- the thrift shop): Monday Volunteers are also needed The three-day triathlon, hosted by the U.S. Army Garrison tion is required. through Friday from 11 to donate home-baked and Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, For more information and a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Sat- store-bought food and beverag- included three events: rowing machine (4,000 meters), to sign-up, call 431-2599/civ. urday and Sunday; es for the vendors. Volunteers stationary bike (9.3 miles) and treadmill (3.1 miles), and 07031-15-2599. • Kelley Barracks (shop- Graphic courtesy of USAHC Stuttgart can earn rewards such as raffle was designed for community members to do something pette parking lot): Monday, prizes and early shopping. healthy for their heart during the winter season. ACAP events Thursday and Friday from To volunteer, visit www. The U.S. Army Garrison 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; stuttgartspousesclub.org and Stuttgart Army and Career • Panzer Kaserne click on the “Volunteer Spot” to training requirements. 2812/civ. 07031-15-2812. and Alumni Program will (shoppette parking lot): link. For more information, host a Veterans Affairs ben- ARC classes File taxes by April 18 Tuesday from 11 a.m. to e-mail scscbazaarvolunteer@ efits briefing March 17 from Don’t throw away LQA! The Stuttgart American The deadline to file state 6 p.m.; Buy instead of renting! yahoo.com or scscbazaarhos- 8 a.m. to noon and a Transi- Red Cross will offer the fol- and federal taxes this year • Stuttgart Army Air- [email protected]. tion Assistance Program Your partner for relocation and housing, Consider this example: Your lowing classes: is April 18. The blue mail field (mail node parking home has a value of EUR workshop March 22-24 from welcomes you to Stuttgart! Buy, sell at women’s • Free community CPR boxes in U.S. Army Garrison lot): Wednesday from 11 250,000. You can rent it for ,PPRELOLHQ%UR*DL‰HUW  on March 19. Classes will Stuttgart will be emptied at 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Both EUR 1650 per month, or buy it. a.m. to 3 p.m. ,QKDEHU3HWHUXQG$QMD:LONH flea market held at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and midnight on April 18. workshops will be held at • See us for high-end, valuable homes. Houses Rent for three years: +DXSWVWU The “My Girlfriend’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 p.m. Class size Remember, the IRS does the ACAP Office in Building Citadel muster set and apartments are equipped with lights, curtains EUR 59,400 gone! :HLOLP6FK|QEXFK Closet,” flea market is set +20(6)255(17  is limited. Students will not not accept “postage due” mail. 2915 on Panzer Kaserne. A Citadel muster will and built-in kitchens. Purchase: You recelve finan- 7HOHIRQ for March 12 at the Brewed be held March 20 from cing for EUR 250,000 and pay KRQHVWaUHOLDEOHaFRPSHWHQW )D[ receive a CPR certification, Those who are unsure of post- Registration is required. • We garantee you housing within 90 days. it back at EUR 1650 per LEJJDLVVHUW#WRQOLQHGH Awakenings Cafe on Rob- but there will be a follow-up age requirements should mail For more information, or to 6:30-9 p.m. in the Swa-  month. With interest of 3,7% inson Barracks. The event is bian Special Events Center • We speek English and have assisted Americans :::,%**$,66(57'( CPR certification class for completed tax forms through register, call ACAP at 431- p.a. and an eradication on Patch Barracks. The with housing for over 10 years. designed for women to buy or those interested. an Army Post Office. All gar- 2191/2192/civ. 07031-15- factor of 4,17%, payback time muster is open to all Cita- is about 17 years. If you move sell clothing and housewares. •Standard First Aid/CPR/ rison APOs will remain open 2191/2192.

• Our landlords accept military and civilian housing after three years, you owe Results – Guaranteed. For more information, call AED course (includes infant, until 4 p.m. on April 18. del alumni, their spouses contracts. At H&R Block, we stand behind our Learn to salsa EUR 216,953. Sell the house for work. If we make a mistake, we will pay 420-6037/civ. 0711-819-6037. child, and adult CPR) March All Community Mail and friends of the Citadel the purchase price and you any additional interest and penalties. 26 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Rooms will accept tax returns The United Services Or- throughout Europe. • We gladly provide information on bus routes, will make a profit of EUR Plus, if the IRS should call you in for an audit, we will explain your audit notice 1/10th DFAC train- ARC room 314, Building until 6 p.m. on April 18. ganization offers a free salsa To RSVP, e-mail L. schools and services in your new neighborhood. 33,047! and the documentation you need to provide, at no extra cost. We have experts on ing closures 2915, Panzer Kaserne. The dancing class every other Brinson Moorhead at • If you choose to use your living quarters Generally, homes increase in hand year around to help you. All prior years can be done as well. BEMS showcases value 1, 5% to 2% per year. The 1st Battalion, 10th cost is $40, which includes Friday. The next class date is [email protected]. allowance (LQA) to buy, we guide you through Talk to us today about turning Special Forces Group (Air- all materials. student art March 11. the financing process. Can your tax services give the same Guarantee? your LQA into equity! borne), Dining Facility on To register for either class, Böblingen Elementary/ Classes will be held in the Send community-wide USO center lounge in Build- • We can sell the home or rent it for you when Kurmarkerstr. 30 • 70569 Stuttgart-Vaihingen Panzer Kaserne will close stop by the ARC office. For Middle School invites parents announcements to stutt- you leave Stuttgart, saving you the hassle and Tel: 0711-123-7624 • E-Mail: [email protected] March 10 through April 4 due more information, call 431- and community members to ing 2915 on Panzer Kaserne. [email protected]. paperwork! • Military members, civilians and contractors get >L»]LILLUTHRPUN 100% financing with no down payment, based on SVHUZVM\W[V Walk-in hours are a payback plan with LQA. [V HJ[P]L Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Overwhelmed by doing your own taxes? /,37 K\[` TPSP[HY` MVY Closed federal holidays. 0: 65 V]LY  `LHYZ The Stuttgart Tax Center We are proud to serve our customers! Contact offers free tax assistance us today! ;/,>(@ Phone: 0711- 46053430 to ID cardholders. Ž Fax: 0711- 46053440 &OLFNWRGD\ FDVK WRPRUURZŽ ^^^TPSP[HY`SVHUZJVT ¸>LSV]L [V ZH``LZ¹ E-mail: [email protected] For more information, call the Stuttgart Tax Center at 421-4588/civ. 0711-729- 4588. Web: www.al-realestates.com Follow us on Facebook! The Citizen, March 10, 2011 Community announCements Page 15 Women’s leader- “Meet the Artist,” an event A beginner’s session starts showcasing student artwork at 7 p.m., followed by a ship forum set on March 25 from 6-8 p.m. partner’s class at 7:30 p.m., The third annual Women’s The event includes a spaghet- a patterns and steps ses- Leadership Forum is sched- ti dinner, silent auction and sion at 8 p.m. and an open uled for March 24 from 8 musical performances. dance session following a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Swabian For more information, until 10 p.m. Singles are Special Events Center on contact Carey Seely at welcome. No registration is Patch Barracks. [email protected]. required. The forum will provide participants with tools to max- PCS/pre-separation For more information, imize their skills, knowledge, call civ. 07031-15-3345 or briefings scheduled e-mail [email protected]. and abilities, and enhance The next permanent change their career opportunities in of station/pre-separation brief- Kebab, chicken the federal government. ings will be held March 16 and Register by Match 18 by vendor new hours 30 at 1 p.m. in Building 2913 The Army and Air e-mailing yasmin.a.rosa@ on Panzer Kaserne. All service Force Exchange Service us.army.mil. members and civilians depart- Susan Huseman concessionaire “Kebab, SCSC Spring Bazaar ing within the next four to five Chicken and More” has months should attend. The the following new operat- needs volunteers Row, row, row briefings will cover topics such Volunteers are needed to ing hours: as transportation, customs, • Robinson Barracks assist with the setup of the your (indoor) boat medical, vehicle registration Stuttgart Community Spouses CX: Tuesday through Sun- and housing. All separating day from 11 a.m. to 6:30 Club Spring Bazaar March Bryan and Christina Thompson compete against each Army personnel must attend a p.m., closed Monday; 14-17, and during the bazaar, other on rowing machines during the opening day of the briefing to receive pre-separa- • Patch Barracks (near March 18-20. Stuttgart military community’s Indoor Triathlon Feb. 25. tion information. Pre-registra- the thrift shop): Monday Volunteers are also needed The three-day triathlon, hosted by the U.S. Army Garrison tion is required. through Friday from 11 to donate home-baked and Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, For more information and a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Sat- store-bought food and beverag- included three events: rowing machine (4,000 meters), to sign-up, call 431-2599/civ. urday and Sunday; es for the vendors. Volunteers stationary bike (9.3 miles) and treadmill (3.1 miles), and 07031-15-2599. • Kelley Barracks (shop- can earn rewards such as raffle was designed for community members to do something pette parking lot): Monday, prizes and early shopping. healthy for their heart during the winter season. ACAP events Thursday and Friday from To volunteer, visit www. The U.S. Army Garrison 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; stuttgartspousesclub.org and Stuttgart Army and Career • Panzer Kaserne click on the “Volunteer Spot” to training requirements. 2812/civ. 07031-15-2812. and Alumni Program will (shoppette parking lot): link. For more information, host a Veterans Affairs ben- ARC classes File taxes by April 18 Tuesday from 11 a.m. to e-mail scscbazaarvolunteer@ efits briefing March 17 from The Stuttgart American The deadline to file state 6 p.m.; yahoo.com or scscbazaarhos- 8 a.m. to noon and a Transi- Red Cross will offer the fol- and federal taxes this year • Stuttgart Army Air- [email protected]. tion Assistance Program lowing classes: is April 18. The blue mail field (mail node parking workshop March 22-24 from Buy, sell at women’s • Free community CPR boxes in U.S. Army Garrison lot): Wednesday from 11 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Both on March 19. Classes will Stuttgart will be emptied at a.m. to 3 p.m. flea market held at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and midnight on April 18. workshops will be held at The “My Girlfriend’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 p.m. Class size Remember, the IRS does the ACAP Office in Building Citadel muster set Closet,” flea market is set is limited. Students will not not accept “postage due” mail. 2915 on Panzer Kaserne. A Citadel muster will for March 12 at the Brewed receive a CPR certification, Those who are unsure of post- Registration is required. be held March 20 from Awakenings Cafe on Rob- but there will be a follow-up age requirements should mail For more information, or to 6:30-9 p.m. in the Swa- inson Barracks. The event is CPR certification class for completed tax forms through register, call ACAP at 431- bian Special Events Center designed for women to buy or those interested. an Army Post Office. All gar- 2191/2192/civ. 07031-15- on Patch Barracks. The sell clothing and housewares. •Standard First Aid/CPR/ rison APOs will remain open 2191/2192. muster is open to all Cita- For more information, call AED course (includes infant, until 4 p.m. on April 18. del alumni, their spouses 420-6037/civ. 0711-819-6037. child, and adult CPR) March All Community Mail Learn to salsa and friends of the Citadel 26 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Rooms will accept tax returns The United Services Or- throughout Europe. 1/10th DFAC train- ARC room 314, Building until 6 p.m. on April 18. ganization offers a free salsa To RSVP, e-mail L. ing closures 2915, Panzer Kaserne. The BEMS showcases dancing class every other Brinson Moorhead at The 1st Battalion, 10th cost is $40, which includes Friday. The next class date is [email protected]. Special Forces Group (Air- all materials. student art March 11. borne), Dining Facility on To register for either class, Böblingen Elementary/ Classes will be held in the Send community-wide Panzer Kaserne will close stop by the ARC office. For Middle School invites parents USO center lounge in Build- announcements to stutt- March 10 through April 4 due more information, call 431- and community members to ing 2915 on Panzer Kaserne. [email protected].

Walk-in hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Overwhelmed by doing your own taxes? Closed federal holidays. The Stuttgart Tax Center offers free tax assistance to ID cardholders.

For more information, call the Stuttgart Tax Center at 421-4588/civ. 0711-729- 4588. Page 16 Culture The Citizen, March 10, 2011 The Citizen, March 10, 2011 entertainment Page 17 Take‘artful’ journey through time at State Gallery What’s happening in FMWR Coming to Story & photo by Carola Meusel A visitor reads in Chili cook-off set comedy by Neil Simon on April 1, USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office front of the New State The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- 2, 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 7:30 p.m., and April 3, 17 and 19 at 3 p.m. at the Patch Theater Gallery in downtown gart Directorate for Family and tuttgart’s State Gallery downtown gives Morale, Welfare and Recreation is Kelley Theatre. Stuttgart. The Old March 10 — The Chronicles of puts on a new spin on a traditional art view- hosting a chili cook-off March 13 For more information, or to State Gallery, built in Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader Sing experience. The gallery showcases an at the Patch Arts and Crafts Center. make reservations, call 421-3055/ the late-classical style, art collection that spans 700 years. However, viewers Booth set-up begins at 9 a.m., civ. 0711-729-3055, or or visit (PG) 6 p.m. is connected with the may be surprised to find a modern sculpture next to and cooking will begin at noon. www.stuttgartmwr.com and click March 11 — Gulliver’s Travels a masterpiece from the 14th century. New State Gallery. The There will be categories for on “Theatre” (PG) 6 p.m., Season of the Witch “It’s the idea of merging old art with contempo- New Gallery, designed Traditional Red Chili, Chili Verde, Celebrate National (PG-13) 9 p.m. rary art in order to create a new visual angle,” said by James Stirling, has Salsa and a People’s Choice Chili. March 12 — Rango (PG) 4 Anette Frankenberger, a spokesperson for the State post-modern features Awards will also be given for the Craft Month p.m., Gulliver’s Travels (PG) 7 p.m., Gallery Stuttgart. “This concept provides visitors with such as curvy glass Best Booth decorations, Mr. Hot March is National Craft Month. Season of the Witch (PG-13) 9 p.m. March 13 — Rango (PG) 2 a new experience and perception of art.” windows, colorful Sauce and Miss Chili Pepper. Sign up for a class and learn some- thing new. Events include: p.m., Gulliver’s Travels (PG) 4 p.m., The State Gallery Stuttgart’s collection features metal formations and Compete as a team or an paintings, sculptures and art installations ranging from • Quilt Show, March 15-19 at Season of the Witch (PG-13) 7 p.m. stone façades. The individual, or come out to cheer on 14th century German, Dutch and Italian art to 21st a favorite chili and do some taste the Patch Arts and Crafts. Call the March 14 — Rango (PG) 6 p.m. century contemporary art. “Seated Woman” by the Arts and Crafts Center at 430- March 15 — Season of the English sculptor and testing. The Old State Gallery was built between 1838 and Register by March 11 at the 5270/civ. 0711-680-5270 to show Witch (PG-13) 6 p.m. painter Henry Moore, 1843 under the reign of King Wilhelm I of Württem- Patch Arts and Crafts Center or on- a quilt. March 16 — Gulliver’s Travels berg and is one of the oldest museums in Germany. is located in front of line at www.stuttgartmwr.com. For • Learn to make sushi March (PG) 6 p.m. The New State Gallery is located next to the old the entrance to the New more information, call 430-5270/ 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the March 17 — The Fighter (R) gallery and was designed in 1984 by the British archi- State Gallery. civ. 0711-680-5270. Brewed Awakenings Cafe on Rob- 6 p.m. tect James Stirling. Stirling’s complex is considered inson Barracks. March 18 — The Fighter (R) 7 designed by the Swabian artist Jerg Ratgeb, illustrate Sometimes a older piece and a modern piece Audition for musical one of the most popular landmarks of postmodern Registration is required. The p.m., The Dilemma (PG-13) 9:30 the passion of Christ in symbolic and lively pictures will be placed side by side. This set-up is designed The Stuttgart Entertainment Paramount Pictures architecture. cost is $39. Class size is limited p.m. typical of the late Gothic style. to enable visitors to see how modern artists use Branch will host auditions for the March 21 — Mars Needs Moms When visitors cross from one gallery to the to 20 seats. For more information, March 19 — Mars Needs Moms Visitors can dive into Monet’s harmonious im- some of the same techniques that master artists used musical “Working” April 4-6 at 7 (PG) 4 p.m., The Dilemma (PG-13) (PG) 6 p.m. other, they will see the architecture change between call the cafe at 420-6037/civ. 0711- pressionist masterpiece “Fields in Spring” at the Old centuries before. p.m. at the Kelley Theatre. 7 p.m., The Fighter (R) 9 p.m. March 22 — The Fighter (R) classical arches and monumental halls to modern, 819-6037. State Gallery or take a passageway to the New State Oftentimes, transitions between different art See ‘Rumors’ on stage March 20 — Mars Needs Moms 6 p.m. light-flooded rooms with glass roofs. This is because Gallery to see an art installation by German action periods are fluid and visitors to the State Gallery are The Stuttgart Entertainment For MWR updates, e-mail mwr- (PG) 2 p.m., The Dilemma (PG-13) March 23 — The Dilemma (PG- “Stirling designed the crossover from the New to the artist and sculptor Joseph Beuys called “Last Room encouraged to experience them together throughout Branch will perform “Rumors,” a [email protected]. 4 p.m., The Fighter (R) 7 p.m. 13) 6 p.m. Old Gallery as a Neoclassical gateway,” according to with Introspection.” Beuys’ piece, made from pipes the collection, Frankenberger said. photos.com Frankenberger. covered in felt, rocks, a chair, concrete, and other Instead of displaying art on a timeline, the State In 2002, the newest gallery building opened its items, takes up an entire room. Gallery in Stuttgart juxtaposes a mixture of art doors to the public with the “Graphic Collection,” The main contemporary art collection is located through the centuries, giving viewers a new perspec- including more than 400,000 drawings, watercolors, in the Old State Gallery and focuses on the European tive on the evolution of art. collages, posters and photo art. and American forms of abstract expressionism and With pieces from Picasso’s “Blue Period,” Wassily pop art, displaying artwork by Jackson Pollock, Mark The State Gallery offers workshops for children Kandinsky’s “Improvisation” and paintings by French Rothko, Richard Hamilton and Andy Warhol. and guided family tours on the first Sunday of the artists Monet, Manet, Pissaro, Renoir, Cezanne and Similarly, many old masterpieces are located in month at 3 p.m. Tours for children are also available Gauguin, the State Gallery attracts visitors from all the New Gallery. every Friday at 3 p.m. over the world. “With displaying old art in a modern environ- For more information in English, visit www. A highlight of the German collection from the ment or vice versa, the artwork simply has a different staatsgalerie.de/index_e.php. For English guided 14th to 17th century is the “Herrenberger Altar” appearance and touches visitors in a special way,” tours, call civ. 0711-470-40-451 or e-mail kunstver- (Herrenberg Altar) from 1519. The wooden panels, Frankenberger added. [email protected]. U U “Le Rose Explore off Leonbergerstr. 97 Restaurant” post this (2nd fi oor) 71229 Leonberg Le Rose Luigi Tel: 07152-903232 Opening hours: weekend! www.kashmir-restaurant.de daily 12:00-14:30 Arkansasstr. 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March 10 — The Chronicles of hosting a chili cook-off March 13 For more information, or to Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader at the Patch Arts and Crafts Center. make reservations, call 421-3055/ Booth set-up begins at 9 a.m., civ. 0711-729-3055, or or visit (PG) 6 p.m. and cooking will begin at noon. www.stuttgartmwr.com and click March 11 — Gulliver’s Travels There will be categories for on “Theatre” (PG) 6 p.m., Season of the Witch Traditional Red Chili, Chili Verde, Celebrate National (PG-13) 9 p.m. Salsa and a People’s Choice Chili. March 12 — Rango (PG) 4 Awards will also be given for the Craft Month p.m., Gulliver’s Travels (PG) 7 p.m., Best Booth decorations, Mr. Hot March is National Craft Month. Season of the Witch (PG-13) 9 p.m. Sauce and Miss Chili Pepper. Sign up for a class and learn some- March 13 — Rango (PG) 2 Compete as a team or an thing new. Events include: p.m., Gulliver’s Travels (PG) 4 p.m., individual, or come out to cheer on • Quilt Show, March 15-19 at Season of the Witch (PG-13) 7 p.m. a favorite chili and do some taste the Patch Arts and Crafts. Call the March 14 — Rango (PG) 6 p.m. testing. Arts and Crafts Center at 430- March 15 — Season of the Register by March 11 at the 5270/civ. 0711-680-5270 to show Witch (PG-13) 6 p.m. Patch Arts and Crafts Center or on- a quilt. March 16 — Gulliver’s Travels line at www.stuttgartmwr.com. For • Learn to make sushi March (PG) 6 p.m. more information, call 430-5270/ 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the March 17 — The Fighter (R) civ. 0711-680-5270. Brewed Awakenings Cafe on Rob- 6 p.m. inson Barracks. March 18 — The Fighter (R) 7 Audition for musical Registration is required. The p.m., The Dilemma (PG-13) 9:30 The Stuttgart Entertainment cost is $39. Class size is limited p.m. Paramount Pictures Branch will host auditions for the to 20 seats. For more information, March 19 — Mars Needs Moms March 21 — Mars Needs Moms musical “Working” April 4-6 at 7 call the cafe at 420-6037/civ. 0711- (PG) 4 p.m., The Dilemma (PG-13) (PG) 6 p.m. p.m. at the Kelley Theatre. 819-6037. 7 p.m., The Fighter (R) 9 p.m. March 22 — The Fighter (R) See ‘Rumors’ on stage March 20 — Mars Needs Moms 6 p.m. The Stuttgart Entertainment For MWR updates, e-mail mwr- (PG) 2 p.m., The Dilemma (PG-13) March 23 — The Dilemma (PG- Branch will perform “Rumors,” a [email protected]. 4 p.m., The Fighter (R) 7 p.m. 13) 6 p.m. photos.com Page 18 sports The Citizen, March 10, 2011

Patch player sports Justin Johnson- sHorts Rich posts up during a playoff Join ACS post-natal game against Heidelberg fitness group Looking to lose some baby Feb. 24. At the weight? Army Community Ser- season’s end, Brandon Spragins vice offers a post-natal fitness Heidelberg [Above] Patch’s Nelley group every Thursday from 10 took the Loney (right), shoots during a.m. to noon in the Patch Fitness DODDS a basketball game against Center. Europe Kaiserslautern Feb. 24. The For more information, call Division 1 Lady Panthers beat K-town 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. championship and went on to become Get in shape with title, and Division 1 champs when they Patch earned beat Vilseck 64-52 on Feb. 26. aerobathon The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- third place gart Family and Morale, Welfare after beating [Left] The PHS cheerleading squad and Recreation Sports and Fit- Kaiserslautern performs during the men’s ness team will host an aerobathon 53-52 F eb. 26. basketball championship. March 12 in the Patch Fitness Wray Holan Freshman Dana Lussier Center from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (top), made the all- The event will feature several tournament squad. types of fitness classes, including Wray Holan kettlebell, spin, TRX and yoga. PHS winter sports round up For more information, call the Patch Fitness Center at 430-7136/ civ. 0711-680-7136. Rifle team, girls basketball win champs U.S. Forces Basket- By Brittany Carlson Boys Basketball ketball games, along with a 2.5 minute ball Tournament USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office The PHS boys basketball team, routine. The PHS team’s routine lost The U.S. Forces Basketball under coach Bill Lassetter, took third points for being only two minutes — Tournament, sponsored by Instal- wo championship victories in European Division 1 play this year, which Flautt attributed to nerves. lation Management Command- punctuated the end of a edging Kaiserslautern Feb. 26 with a “It’s very intimidating,” Flautt said. Europe, will be held in U.S. Army Ttough winter sports season score of 53-52. The team did take one honor from Garrison Stuttgart March 24-27. at Patch High School, making the girls Although the team didn’t make it the event: Freshman Dana Lussier was The tournament will be played basketball team number one in Depart- to the championship game, “We didn’t named to the all-tournament squad. at three fitness centers. Men will ment of Defense Dependents Schools lose heart in the third game,” said junior Lussier is optimistic about what the play at the Patch and Panzer Fit- Europe Division I and the Junior ROTC Dylan Measells, who led scoring with team will do next year. “Our competi- ness Centers and women will play air rifle team best in the Army. 16 points. tion was really tough,” she said. “We at the Kelley Fitness Center. Girls Basketball They also garnered bragging rights tried our hardest, though. I think we Games will run tentatively can beat them next year.” from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on all three The Patch Lady Panthers, coached for beating the Heidelberg Lions, the days. More than 20 teams are by John Kohut, won the DODDS Eu- eventual Division 1 champions, in an Precision Air Rifle overtime game earlier in the season. expected to play. rope Division I championship game The Patch precision air rifle team (The Panthers won 75-73 Feb. 12). against the Vilseck Falcons Feb. 26 placed first in the U.S. Army Junior Spring Fling 5K set Senior Shaq Hunter, who contrib- at Mannheim’s Benjamin Franklin ROTC National Air Rifle Champion- The 2011 Spring Fling 5K uted 15 points in the third-place game, Village Sports Arena. The final score ships, held Feb. 17-19 in Anniston, Ala. run, hosted by U.S. Army Gar- thought it was a great way to finish his Team members Allie Carlson (cap- was 64-52. rison Stuttgart Sports and Fitness, final high school basketball career. “We tain), Mercedes Romih, Chaz Gillespie, Junior Nelley Loney scored nearly will be held April 2 on Husky weren’t the best team, but we showed Addison Flynn and Josh Sloan com- Field, Patch Barracks. The race half of the Panthers’ total score with we can compete with anybody,” he said. peted against the top 15 JROTC air rifle will start at 10:30 a.m. 30 points. teams from throughout the U.S. Register by March 27. The Senior Bianca Lopez, a team cap- Cheerleading The PHS varsity cheerleading squad They beat Texas’ Del Valle High first 300 entrants will receive a tain who added 11 points at the cham- competed in the DODDS Europe Cheer School by a hair: Both teams earned T-shirt. pionship game, said getting along well Championship Feb. 26, in conjunc- 4,589 points, but Patch had 10 more For more information, call the together landed the Lady Panthers on tion with the boys and girls basketball bulls-eye shots than Del Valle. Patch Fitness Center at 430-7136/ top this year, and made up for last year’s tournaments. They did not place in the In addition, Carlson, a senior, was civ. 0711-680-7136. third-place finish. “We had really good competition, but coach Michele Flautt named second best individual air rifle Unit volleyball teams team chemistry and everybody wanted said getting used to competition was shooter in all of Army JROTC. it,” she said. most important for her young team (six It was an impressive send-off for wanted Besides the championship game, of ten members are lowerclassmen). team coach Jack Wayne, who plans to Unit volleyball teams are the season highlight for the Panthers “I thought they did very well,” retire this year. needed for the USAG Stuttgart was beating defending division cham- Flautt said. “I hope they had a good “We’re calling it his retirement unit-level intramural volleyball pion Wiesbaden Feb. 25 in the D-I time and were able to learn a lot from present,” said Gillespie, a junior. season, which begins this month. semi-final 41-31, breaking Wiesbaden’s the experience.” The team has been invited back to For more information or to run of 33 wins in a row. The squad competed against eight Anniston, Ala., to compete in the All sign up, call Matt Gilliard at 430- “They never lost,” Loney said. “We other schools. They were judged on Service JROTC National Air Rifle 4512/civ. 0711-680-4512. broke their winning streak.” their performance in tournament bas- Championships March 24-26. The Citizen, March 10, 2011 Page 19

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