Vol. 40, No. 6 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart March 24, 2011

Ham takes control of U.S. Africa Command

By Danielle Skinner lenges — some of those we can see very U.S. Africa Command clearly today, while others will emerge Public Affairs Office in unexpected ways and in unexpected places. I remain wholly confident that .S. Army Gen. Carter F. the Africa Command team will meet Ham assumed command of each and every one of those challenges UU.S. Africa Command from with agility, imaginative thought and Gen. William E. “Kip” Ward during a unselfish dedication. My fundamental ceremony March 9 at the Stadthalle in belief is that we can and will accom- Sindelfingen. plish more when we work together with Ham is the second commander of our African partners,” he added. U.S. Africa Command, which was es- Ham brings diverse experience to tablished in October 2007. In October the command from his former posi- 2008, AFRICOM became the U.S. tions, including serving as the director military’s sixth and newest unified of operations for the Joint Chiefs of combatant command, coordinating Staff, conducting peacekeeping opera- U.S. military relations with more than tions in Macedonia and commanding 50 nations in Africa. troops in northern Iraq. In his most “Those of us who are privileged recent position, he served as the com- to serve today often say that we have manding general of U.S. Army Europe, the great honor [of] walking in the headquartered in Heidelberg. footsteps of giants. Today, as Christi The change of command ceremony Richard Herman and I follow Kip and Joyce Ward, that was attended by approximately 700 Gen. Carter F. Ham (right), U.S. Africa Command’s newest leader, passes the phrase has never been more meaningful people, including staff members and guidon to Command Sgt. Maj. Mark Ripka, AFRICOM’s senior enlisted leader, to me,” Ham said. during a change of command ceremony March 9 at the Sindelfingen Stadhalle. “I know we’ll face many chal- See AFRICOM on page 4

Shopping for a good cause

The Stuttgart Community Spouses Club hosted its Spring Bazaar March 18-20. Thousands of people converged upon Patch Barracks to shop, eat and socialize during the club’s annual fundraiser. Proceeds from the bazaar are returned to the Stuttgart military community in the form of scholarships and financial support to clubs, schools and other Volunteer cook Brian Gershkoff Photos by Susan Huseman worthy causes. serves up a bratwurst for Jennifer Smith (from left), Christy Christesen and Gamze Eser shop for Tamara Cobb March 19. jewelry at vendor Krystyna Drozdowska’s (far right) booth on March 19.

Pages 12-13 Daylight saving time begins InsIde Get ready for Month of the Military Child Most of Europe will move its clocks forward ThIs by one hour when daylight saving time From baby-sitting classes and parent begins on Sunday, March 27. In Germany, education to an egg hunt and kiddie boot daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. (set edITIon camp, April is loaded with Child, Youth and clocks to 3 a.m.) School Services-sponsored events. The Citizen, March 24, 2011 Page 3 Page 2 OpiniOn The Citizen, March 24, 2011 newS Survivor Outreach Services supports Soldiers’ families News & Notes Commentary by Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch friend, a fellow warrior — who feels the Installation Management Command The important thing for survivors to know loss of a Soldier. Every survivor is not FICO scores free to active commander entitled to the same benefits under law duty service members is that they are a part of the Army family or regulations, but SOS coordinators commanded the 3rd Infantry Active duty service members and their will work with any survivor to access spouses now have free access to FICO Division out of Fort Stewart as for as long as they want to be. counseling and other resources. part of the surge in Iraq in 2007- scores and other credit management tools, I SOS staff has made tremendous thanks to the Financial Industry Regulatory ’08. During that time, 153 Soldiers progress in a short time, receiving more Authority Foundation. died in combat. I pray for their families we are doing with one of our newest benefits; financial counselors who assist than 24,000 cases from Casualty and Eligible personnel interested in obtaining every day. Their loss is something I, as programs: Survivor Outreach Services. through investment and estate planning Mortuary Affairs and continually reach- their FICO scores should contact the Army a leader, have to live with. Survivor Outreach Services was education; and support coordinators who ing out to survivors, both those who have Community Service Financial Readiness Of- For any lead- established in April 2008 to support facilitate support groups, provide life suffered a loss recently and those whose fice at 431-2085/civ. 07031-15-2085. er, the loss of a and care for those left behind. Chief of skills education and connect survivors loss pre-dates the program. This past (This information was provided by Army Soldier hits hard. Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr. propelled with counseling resources. year, when it became clear that survivors Community Service) But the loss that the effort to support survivors beyond More than 200 SOS personnel are who do not have ID cards were having survivors expe- casualty assistance. Casualty assistance now working on installations throughout difficulty getting onto post, SOS devel- Local photographers win in rience is magni- officers work with families during a the U.S. and overseas, including National oped a survivor vehicle decal program. Army-level contest tudes deeper and heartrending time when they are notified Guard and reserve locations. The loss of a Soldier is not a topic Three USAG Stuttgart artists were win- wider because of their Soldier’s death and have to make people want to talk about, but it is a There is no time limit on SOS ser- ners in the 2010 Army Digital Photography they have lost not funeral arrangements and decisions vices. SOS coordinators extend a hand to reality of military life. We do what we Lt. Gen. Lynch Contest sponsored by the Army Family and just a Soldier, but about entitlements and benefits. survivors in the first few months after a can to prevent losses. In the end, though, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command. But grief cannot be resolved in a set Soldier’s death, but survivors do not have despite our best efforts, we cannot pre- U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart’s Spc. Godson Onyeije, a supply sergeant, (left) and Maj. Mary Whitney, a friend, a son or daughter, a husband Lt. Col. David Tygart and Col. Joseph time period. With the help of a panel to accept assistance right then or ever. vent every loss. That is why SOS is so chief nurse, test an opthalmoscope for the new health clinic annex opening March 28 on Kelley Barracks. or wife, a father or mother. Mancy competed against 1,348 other active of survivors selected by Casey, SOS They can decide to return months or years crucial. We can do one last thing to honor When I visit installations, I meet duty military personnel. Tygart took third was developed to provide longer term, later. The important thing is for survivors the fallen Soldier’s service and sacrifice with those who have lost loved ones on in Design Elements and second for People. expanded support and care, taking up to know that they are part of the Army for our nation — offer support for the active duty because they need to know Health clinic annex to open on Mancy took third place in the People cat- that the Army recognizes and honors where casualty assistance ends. family for as long as they want to be. loved ones the Soldier left behind. egory. Stephen Cullum, competing against their Soldiers’ service and sacrifice. I SOS, an Army OneSource program, There are also no exclusions in the For more information on SOS, 2,343 other eligible civilians, took second also speak with them because, as the offers support through benefits coordi- definition of a survivor. For the SOS visit www.myarmyonesource.com and Kelley Barracks March 28 place in the digital darkroom category. commander of Installation Manage- nators who help survivors understand program, a survivor is anyone — im- click on the “Family Programs and After winning at the garrison level, the ment Command, I need to know how and apply for local, state and federal mediate family, extended family, a Services” link. Story & photo by Tanya Fogg Young The Kelley health clinic annex will not provide Special to The Citizen emergency health care services and will initially pro- three photographers’ work moved on to De- vide primary care acute services. The annex on Kelley, partment of the Army judging, where Army hose living on Kelley Barracks or work- which has five examination rooms, will be staffed Knowledge Online account-holders voted On The STreeT ing in U.S. Africa Command will soon be for their favorite photo in each division. he with a physician, two nurses, a medic, a pharmacy able to receive primary care health care (This information was provided by Fam- T T technician and patient liaisons. CITIzen What is your nutritious go-to snack? and limited laboratory and pharmacy services on site. Appointments for care at Kelley are to be made ily and Morale, Welfare and Recreation) Col. Carl D. Bird Starting March 28, a new U.S. Army Health through central appointments by calling 371-2622 or MEB/PEB assistance U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander Clinic, Stuttgart Annex, located in Building 3312 on civilian 06221-17-2622 and specifying that the patient Service members new to the Medical Public Affairs Officer/Editor Kelley, will begin providing by-appointment services wants to be seen at the annex on Kelley Barracks. Evaluation Board and Physical Evaluation between 8 a.m. and noon Monday through Thursday. Susan Huseman There will be limited acute care adult-only medi- Board process can request help through [email protected] The annex, located next to the Kelley Community cations provided at the health clinic annex on Kelley. the MEB Outreach Counsel in the Wies- Mail Room, will serve only those patients ages 17 No pediatric patient medication will be offered. Assistant Editor baden Legal Center. Licensed attorneys are years and older. Prescriptions cannot be refilled on site, but can available to advise and represent Soldiers Brittany Carlson “The intent is to provide health care services in be picked up at Kelley by calling 48 hours in ad- [email protected] throughout the MEB/PEB process. close proximity to eligible beneficiaries who reside and vance through the automated system, 430-8610/civ. For more information, call 337-4738/civ. Contact Information work on Kelley Barracks in order to reduce associated 0711-680-8610 for pick-up on Kelley. Exclusions are Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 0611-705-4738. Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 travel times to and from the health clinic located at controlled substances and refrigerated items. (This information was provided by the E-mail: [email protected] Patch Barracks,” said Col. Larry Connell, commander Some over-the-counter products and cold packs Office of Soldiers Counsel) Web site: www.stuttgart.army.mil Maj. Charece Martin Staff Sgt. James Dortch Maj. Eric Hilliard Nicole Walend of U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart. also will be available at the clinic on Kelley. Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne (U.S. Marine Corps) (U.S. Army) (U.S. Air Force) (Spouse) Vehicle inspection, registra- U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, “I do natural juice. I like “I grab a banana or an “Cranberry juice, nuts, “Boiled chicken.” tion offices to open late Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen apple, pear and blood-red apple.” Craisins.” U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart Annex The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart POV This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of orange.” Building 3312, Kelley Barracks Inspection and Registration Offices will open the Department of Defense. 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For display advertising rates, call Elizabeth (Family Member) Chavez James Fawcett (U.S. Army) • Also, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipa- advance through the automated system (430-8610/ U.S. holiday, the facilities will be closed, and Heldt at civ. 0631-3033-5537, or e-mail [email protected]. (U.S. Army) (U.S. Marine Corps) tion and urinary tract infection (empirical treat- For classified advertising rates, call Sabrina Barclay at civ. 0631- civ. 0711-680-8610). there will not be a “late day” for that month. 3033-5531, e-mail [email protected]. “I usually eat yogurt or “Applesauce ... for the ment), and non-traumatic musculoskeletal pain Exclusions are controlled substances and (This information was provided by the granola.” “I usually eat trail taste.” www.stuttgart.army.mil “A small bag of fresh in the back, knee and shoulder (recognizing no refrigerated items. USAG Directorate of Emergency Services) mix.” baby carrots.” The Citizen, March 24, 2011 newS Page 3 News & Notes

FICO scores free to active duty service members Active duty service members and their spouses now have free access to FICO scores and other credit management tools, thanks to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Foundation. Eligible personnel interested in obtaining their FICO scores should contact the Army Community Service Financial Readiness Of- fice at 431-2085/civ. 07031-15-2085. (This information was provided by Army Community Service) Local photographers win in Army-level contest Three USAG Stuttgart artists were win- ners in the 2010 Army Digital Photography Contest sponsored by the Army Family and U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart’s Spc. Godson Onyeije, a supply sergeant, (left) and Maj. Mary Whitney, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command. chief nurse, test an opthalmoscope for the new health clinic annex opening March 28 on Kelley Barracks. Lt. Col. David Tygart and Col. Joseph Mancy competed against 1,348 other active duty military personnel. Tygart took third in Design Elements and second for People. Health clinic annex to open on Mancy took third place in the People cat- egory. Stephen Cullum, competing against 2,343 other eligible civilians, took second Kelley Barracks March 28 place in the digital darkroom category. Story & photo by Tanya Fogg Young The Kelley health clinic annex will not provide After winning at the garrison level, the Special to The Citizen emergency health care services and will initially pro- three photographers’ work moved on to De- vide primary care acute services. The annex on Kelley, partment of the Army judging, where Army hose living on Kelley Barracks or work- which has five examination rooms, will be staffed Knowledge Online account-holders voted ing in U.S. Africa Command will soon be with a physician, two nurses, a medic, a pharmacy for their favorite photo in each division. Table to receive primary care health care technician and patient liaisons. (This information was provided by Fam- and limited laboratory and pharmacy services on site. Appointments for care at Kelley are to be made ily and Morale, Welfare and Recreation) Starting March 28, a new U.S. Army Health through central appointments by calling 371-2622 or MEB/PEB assistance Clinic, Stuttgart Annex, located in Building 3312 on civilian 06221-17-2622 and specifying that the patient Service members new to the Medical Kelley, will begin providing by-appointment services wants to be seen at the annex on Kelley Barracks. Evaluation Board and Physical Evaluation between 8 a.m. and noon Monday through Thursday. There will be limited acute care adult-only medi- Board process can request help through The annex, located next to the Kelley Community cations provided at the health clinic annex on Kelley. the MEB Outreach Counsel in the Wies- Mail Room, will serve only those patients ages 17 No pediatric patient medication will be offered. baden Legal Center. Licensed attorneys are years and older. Prescriptions cannot be refilled on site, but can available to advise and represent Soldiers “The intent is to provide health care services in be picked up at Kelley by calling 48 hours in ad- throughout the MEB/PEB process. close proximity to eligible beneficiaries who reside and vance through the automated system, 430-8610/civ. For more information, call 337-4738/civ. work on Kelley Barracks in order to reduce associated 0711-680-8610 for pick-up on Kelley. Exclusions are 0611-705-4738. travel times to and from the health clinic located at controlled substances and refrigerated items. (This information was provided by the Patch Barracks,” said Col. Larry Connell, commander Some over-the-counter products and cold packs Office of Soldiers Counsel) of U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart. also will be available at the clinic on Kelley. Vehicle inspection, registra- tion offices to open late U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart Annex The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart POV Building 3312, Kelley Barracks Inspection and Registration Offices will open Patients will be seen by appointment only and close one hour later than usual on the first 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday Thursday of each month beginning April 7. Call 371-2622/civ. 06221-17-2622 and specify service at Kelley On these days, the POV Inspection Of- fice will open at 8:45 a.m., accept the last Available services include: POV at 4:30 p.m. and close at 4:45 p.m. Ve- hicle/Weapons Registration Office will open Primary Care X-ray capability) and ankle sprain (Ottawa Cri- at 9 a.m., accept customer sign-ins through • Seasonal allergies, allergic rhinitis, bronchi- teria negative). 4:30 p.m. and have all customer transactions tis, colds, coughs, sinus infections, sore throats Medication (Pharmacy) Services complete by 5 p.m. and strep throat (empirical treatment), earaches, • Limited acute care medications for adults only In the event the first Thursday is a Ger- ear infections, pink eye, styes, acne, minor skin • No pediatric patient medications man holiday, the POV Inspection Point will infections and rashes, sunburn, headaches and • Prescriptions cannot be refilled on site, but be closed, while the Vehicle Registration Of- common issues with skin, hair and nails. can be picked up at Kelley by calling 48 hours in fice will open. If the first Thursday falls on a • Also, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipa- advance through the automated system (430-8610/ U.S. holiday, the facilities will be closed, and tion and urinary tract infection (empirical treat- civ. 0711-680-8610). there will not be a “late day” for that month. ment), and non-traumatic musculoskeletal pain Exclusions are controlled substances and (This information was provided by the in the back, knee and shoulder (recognizing no refrigerated items. USAG Directorate of Emergency Services) Page 4 newS The Citizen, March 24, 2011 AFRICOM ...... Continued from page 1 dignitaries from the U.S., Germany, and other European nations. Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and Vice-Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright provided opening remarks. “When we first announced the cre- ation of AFRICOM, with its regional focus and institutional inclusion of [the Department of] State and USAID per- sonnel, there was, to put it mildly, a cer- tain amount of skepticism,” Gates said. Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel Lapierre “Some feared the command repre- Secretary of Defense Robert M. sented the first steps to a major U.S. Gates addresses attendees during military presence in Africa; others, the AFRICOM change of command that it would lead to an unacceptable ceremony March 9. militarization of U.S. foreign and de- velopment policy. But, as I said then, over 50 countries, over a billion people. and still believe, when crime, terrorism, But its people are where he focused this natural disasters, economic turmoil, command, and where this command has Richard Herman ethnic fissures and disease can be just led from the front,” Cartwright said. Outgoing AFRICOM Commander Gen. William E. “Kip” Ward (left) fills a as destabilizing as traditional military In his last address as U.S. AFRI- water glass for incoming commander Gen. Carter F. Ham during the change threats, we need to fuse old understand- COM commander, Ward thanked the of command ceremony March 9. ings of security with new concepts of many people who supported and con- how security, stability and development tributed to the creation of the command, to drive a ship in the right direction, but the AFRICOM commander. go hand in hand. giving special mention to those who because by partnering with our friends Ward’s wife, Joyce, an active vol- “From the moment he took com- were there from the beginning in the and teammates, they see the best of unteer in the Department of Defense mand, Kip Ward demonstrated the command’s early establishment phases. America — an American service man and local Stuttgart community, also received a Distinguished Public Service worth of this concept by keeping his He also emphasized that U.S. or woman. They get to know us, and they say ‘Hmm, that is OK.’ And there award. eye on the mission — promoting Af- military engagement and relationship- rican security by building the capacity is no greater evidence of that today than Joyce Ward championed quality- building have shown significant results of partner nations and organizations,” what is going on in the northern tier of of-life initiatives for military service through people-to-people contacts. Gates continued. this continent,” he added, referring to members and their families to include Cartwright talked about how Ward AFRICOM has undertaken “a series recent upheavals in several northern an annual forum called the U.S. Africa and his wife, Joyce, always recognized of military engagements where Soldier African nations. Command Families on the African people as the priority — both in Africa by Soldier, Sailor by Sailor, Airman by During the change of command Continent that gives command staff and and at the command. Airman, Marine Corpsman by Marine ceremony, Gates quoted Ward in not- U.S. military family members living in “Africa: It’s a vast continent with Corpsman, Coast Guardsman by Coast ing that “African leaders are no longer Africa a venue to express quality-of- tremendous natural resources, but Guardsman, we make a difference,” asking, ‘Why is AFRICOM there?’ but life challenges and provides them with its treasure is its people. And that is Ward said. ‘What can AFRICOM do to help?’” updates on the command’s activities. something that Gen. Ward has brought The difference is “not because we Gates presented Ward with a De- She also frequently traveled to Af- to this command since its stand up in teach someone how to shoot straight or fense Distinguished Service Award for rica with her husband in support of a October of 2007. This continent has how to drop a bomb accurately or how his leadership and accomplishments as variety of humanitarian efforts. AFRICOM welcomes new senior enlisted leader Story & photo by Staff Sgt. Amanda McCarty Command. He has had a wide range of assignments U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs Office at various agencies, centers, joint and combatant commands and headquarters. .S. Africa Command welcomed its newest He has also previously worked in Germany with senior enlisted leader during a ceremony 3rd Air Force on Ramstein Air Base. March 11 on Kelley Barracks. U “... Focusing on the continent of Africa with our Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jack Johnson Jr. African partners means a lot to me, and I’m very, very assumed responsibilities from Command Sgt. Maj. excited,” Johnson said Mark Ripka during a ceremony officiated by U.S. Ham said welcoming Johnson was a positive AFRICOM Commander Gen. Carter Ham, who took command March 9. part of his first ceremony as U.S. AFRICOM com- “There’s no greater honor for me than to follow mander, but it was bittersweet because he also had in your footsteps,” Johnson said to Ripka. to say goodbye. As the command’s highest-ranking enlisted leader, Ripka will retire after 36 years of service. Johnson will serve as the principal enlisted advisor to Ripka expressed his gratitude for the opportunity the commander and be responsible for informing and to serve at the command. educating enlisted service members within AFRICOM “You know, there’s no other place I would have on the importance of assisting African partners with rather been than serving with this team ... ,” said operational, institutional and human capacity develop- Ripka. “And truly, it’s been an honor and a privilege ment of their warrant officer and noncommissioned ... to serve my final three and a half years of 36 years Chief Master Sgt. Jack Johnson Jr. shares his officer leader development programs. on active duty as a member of this great team. commitment to listen and build relationships at Johnson comes to AFRICOM from Barksdale Air “I give thanks every day for the opportunity to a change of responsibility ceremony held in the Force Base, La., where he served as the Command contribute and [for] what a tremendous team I’ve Kelley Theatre March 11. Chief Master Sergeant for the Air Force Global Strike been a part of.” The Citizen, March 24, 2011 Features Page 5 USAG Stuttgart chili cook-off Some like it hot: entries made grown men cry

Story & photos by Brittany Carlson Brad Moore spoons USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office a ladleful of his hat does it take to make the perfect prize-winning red pot of chili? chili into a cup for W There were many different answers judges to sample at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Chili Cook-off during the U.S. held March 13 by the Family and Morale, Welfare and Army Garrison Recreation Community Recreation Division. Stuttgart Chili Nine teams competed for best traditional red chili, Cook-off March 13. best chili verde (made with green peppers), best salsa Moore, who worked and “people’s choice” chili in a tent outside the Patch as a cook in the Hub on Patch Barracks. Winners received plaques and Marine Corps for chili pots filled with chili-themed items. eight years, made his The competitors used a variety of ingredients, red chili with ground from the typical meat and peppers to seafood, cocoa buffalo meat and powder and beer. Italian sausage. He “Chili is definitely an art form,” said Kelly Sarles, also made a seafood event coordinator and USAG Stuttgart Arts and Crafts chili and a “people’s director. “It’s all about being creative with food.” choice” chili — Teams began cooking at noon and were judged all in under three at 3 p.m. Meanwhile, they handed out samples to hours. The cook- community members. off was sponsored The Stuttgart Theatre Center’s “Rumors” team, by the Family and named for the upcoming show at the Kelley Theatre, Morale, Welfare dished out a red chili invented by team member and Recreation Samantha Helm. Community “I was kind of bored one night. I didn’t know Recreation Division. what to make for dinner, and I had all this stuff in Next year’s my pantry,” Helm said. “I threw it together. It’s been event will be an a hit ever since.” International Chili U.S. Africa Command team chef Jun Diaz created Society-sanctioned “Dragon Fire” chili using Asian hot chili sauce. When Maj. Irv Cross stopped by for a taste, he had a strong first impression. “I just started sweating,” Cross said. Another AFRICOM team chef, Col. Cheryl Har- ris, took the “people’s choice” award for her red chili, based on votes from community members. However, the coveted first prize for traditional red chili went to Brad Moore, a former Marine Corps cook. Moore, working solo, not only grilled his meat outside on an open flame, but managed to make three types of chili in the allotted time: a seafood chili with shrimp, crab meat and grilled flounder; red chili with sweet and hot Italian sausage and ground buffalo, and a “people’s choice” chili with beans. His secret ingredient was listening to rhythm and blues music while working. “The blues music is go- ing straight into the chili and it heats it up,” he said. Moore won the “Mr. Hot Sauce” award for his effort. The “Miss Chili Pepper” award was given to the Patch Arts and Crafts “Artsy Fartsy” chili team Chili cook-off judges Col Carl. D. Bird, garrison commander (from chef Morgan Pastore, who served chili while wearing a wig, chili pepper face paint and cowgirl hat. left), Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony M. Bryant, garrison command sergeant major, and Lt. Col. Rich Weaver, U.S. Africa Command The “Rumors” team earned the “Best Booth Heather Pache, who plays “Cookie” commandant, deliberate over the many chili entries at the USAG Decoration,” award for their Texas theme. in the Stuttgart Theatre Center’s In the salsa category, the “Chili Today, Hot Ta- upcoming production of “Rumors,” Stuttgart Chili Cook-off March 13. To select the winners, judges male” team won first place for their entry made with cheers for the “Rumors” team during used International Chili Society guidelines based on flavor, meat chopped apples, peaches and mangos. They also took the chili cook-off March 13. texture, consistency, blend of spices, aroma and color. first for their chili verde. Traditional chili and salsa entries were judged ac- The salsa, however, was a little more challenging cording to International Chili Society standards. Judges to judge: One entry was so spicy that he needed to Col. Carl D. Bird, garrison commander, Command drink milk afterward. It was the salsa that almost Sgt. Maj. Anthony M. Bryant, garrison command “It was the salsa that almost took me out,” Bird ‘ took me out. sergeant major, and Lt. Col. Rich Weaver, U.S. Africa said during the awards ceremony. “But Sergeant Command commandant, considered chili flavor, meat Major was doing a lot of crying next to me.” Col. Carl D. Bird Next year’s chili cook-off will be sanctioned by texture, consistency, blend of spices, aroma and color. USAG Stuttgart commander “It needs to have a kick. It needs to have some the International Chili Society, Sarles said, and the kind of meat in it and just needs to smell like chili,” winner will be eligible to compete at the ICS world Chili Cook-off judge Bird said. chili cook-off. ’ Page 6 SchOOlS The Citizen, March 24, 2011 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 SchOOlS Page 7

Get to know BEMS language arts class lets students ‘speak’ their minds USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office have some control over the final product.” mates laugh with her speech on “Ten your SAC Then, students wrote their own Ways to Annoy Your Brother,” while Giving students f you’re like many people, you’re speeches and delivered them to the Ceara Hunsaker,12, followed with Editor’s Note: ‘Get to know your SAC’ is a petrified of public speaking. class throughout the month of February. “Why I Don’t Want To Give This choices helps them Stephanie Nelson’s sixth-grade ‘ new column in The Citizen designed to explain I Persuasive speeches were the most Speech.” language arts students at Böblingen School Advisory Committees and their roles in popular, Nelson said. Topics included Several other students recognized take ownership Elementary/Middle School are not. Department of Defense Dependents Schools in the adverse side effects of smoking, loved ones in a tribute speech. The students recently completed of their learning. Stuttgart. In future editions, this column will preserving the environment, the ben- In “What I’m Proud of,” Ashley a unit on public speaking, and thanks highlight some of the issues that local SACs efits of a “no homework” policy and Rivette,12, heralded her brother, Brad- They invest more to Nelson’s extensive preparation, are are addressing. democratic values. ley, who will go to college in the fall of now armed with the power to persuade, because they have In her speech, “Why All People 2012. “It will be quiet without his music Parent Beata Hixson asks questions of Robert E. motivate and inspire. Compiled by USAG Stuttgart School Deserve a Democracy,” Taylor Domi- blasting through his bedroom door,” she some control over Lee, portrayed by Saniah Harris, 9, during the Over the course of five weeks, nique, 11, appealed to patriotism. Liaison Office said. “Without him, the house will be a RBEMS Living History Museum March 11. students listened to several famous “Thanks to democracy, we have a voice boring and dull place; it just won’t be the final product. ithin Department of Defense De- speeches, from Franklin Roosevelt’s in our country,” she said. the same without him. “ pendents Schools, the mission of Pearl Harbor address in 1941 to Ronald Finn Hunsaker, 12, crafted an in- Stephanie Nelson In a special occasion speech, Mack- a School Advisory Committee is Reagan’s 1986 Space Shuttle Chal- formative speech called “The Ameri- BEMS language arts teacher W enzie Sellers,13, gave birthday wishes to advise the principal on educational matters, lenger address, read two of President can Civil Rights Movement and The such as school policies affecting students and Barrack Obama’s speeches, and studied Current Egyptian Political Crisis — A to his long-distance best friend. “Even though we are separated by thousands parents, instructional programs and educational the art of persuasion. Comparison” to show how knowledge Nelson is enthusiastic about her resources within the school, pupil services and Next, Nelson allowed the students of the past can help people understand of miles, I want you to know that we students’ abilities and efforts. ’ student standards of conduct and discipline. to choose a speech type that best fit their the present. you are still with me, close at heart,” “I am happy to be working with such SACs are comprised of parents of students own style and purpose. Students chose Other speeches were motivational, Sellers concluded. a talented group of students,” she said. enrolled in the school, full-time educators at the persuasive, informational, motiva- such as that of Lance Peltier, 11, a Finally, students presented farewell “These sixth-graders are great writers school and high school students. tional, funny, tribute, special occasion, wrestling speech that urged others to speeches. Janey Greenberg, 12, wrote and they have even better ideas.” SACs address school issues brought up by and farewell speeches. “never quit.” a goodbye speech called “I’m Really parents, teachers and students. “Giving students choices helps them Humorous speeches were designed Going to Miss You,” to all her friends at Editors’ Note: Stephanie Nelson, take ownership of their learning,” Nelson to amuse. BEMS whose families will be changing BEMS Language Arts teacher, contrib- Most issues are solved at the local level. Klaus Wagner, 9, acting as Neil Armstrong, describes Kevin Thompson, 9, brings “Buffalo Bill” to life for said. “They invest more because they Savannah Songy,12, made class- duty stations this summer. uted to this article. Issues unresolved at the school level may be life as an American astronaut during the Robinson third-graders Hunter Clarke (from left) and Alexander elevated to the district superintendent. Barracks Elementary/Middle School Living History Tygart during the RBEMS Living History Museum All SAC meetings are open to the local Museum March 11. March 11. More than 60 students gave presentations. View The school community. Citizen archives • The Böblingen Elementary/Middle School SAC meets monthly. The next meeting will at www.stutt- be April 18 at 3 p.m. in the principal’s office. History comes to life at RBEMS gart.army.mil. Meetings provide a forum in which parents, Story & photos by Brittany Carlson “We wanted to get a good range so they could school and military representatives discuss USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office teach each other and each could be the expert [on a issues pertinent to the BEMS community in certain person],” Bohlman said. a relaxed, positive and professional manner. n March 11, the Robinson Barracks El- Through the project, students not only learned The common goal is improving the quality of ementary/Middle School cafeteria bore a how to conduct research and find credible sources, education at BEMS. Ostriking resemblance to the movie “Night but had the chance to write a speech on their chosen • The Patch Elementary School SAC meets at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.” person’s life, she added. on the first Thursday of the month at 3 p.m. More than 60 fourth-graders, dressed as famous “It’s an opportunity for public speaking,” Bohl- in the PES Information Center. The next SAC Americans, “came alive” as part of an annual Living man said. “We also wanted an opportunity for them meeting is April 7. The SAC strives to ensure History Museum presentation. to show off their hard work.” the safety and well-being of students, parents They described what it was like to be Babe Ruth, While some students acted as more recognizable and teachers. All minutes are posted on the PES Janet Jackson, Neil Armstrong and others to parents, people, such as Martha Washington and Walt Disney, website at www.patch-es.eu.dodea.edu. For more teachers, and fellow students. others had the difficult task of bringing the less well- information, e-mail [email protected]. Ten-year-old Julia Hixson, as Pocahontas, de- known to life. • The Patch High School SAC is composed scribed an Indian girl who was very different from Bailey Edwards, 11, chose to portray Gov. Ed- of four locally elected parents, four full-time the one in the Disney movie. “Not many people know professional school employees and two high her [true story],” she said. “In the movie, she was 19. mund Andros from colonial New England, who was school students. The PHS SAC meets on the third In real life, John Smith came when she was 11. He unpopular with the New Englanders for enforcing Wednesday of every month in the school Infor- was a lot older.” England’s laws. mation Center at 3 p.m. Comments for the SAC Kevin Thompson, 9, dressed as Buffalo Bill, “I later tried to escape town by wearing a dress, can be dropped in the SAC box at the front of the showed off his rifle and pistol and talked about life but someone saw my boots and sent me to jail,” he school, or e-mailed to [email protected]. on the American frontier. told his audience. • The Robinson Barracks Elementary/ “When I was 11, I left behind my mom and my Edwards later admitted that he wouldn’t be caught Middle School SAC meets every six weeks to dad,” he told visitors to his station. “When I was a in a dress, jail or not. communicate recommendations, concerns, or young man, I was a buffalo hunter.” The Living History Museum also provided a advice on educational matters to the principal. This year, all three fourth-grade classes presented learning experience for younger students, including The next meeting will be held March 31 at 3 together. Fourth-grade teachers Eloise Bohlman, Greg Lucy Roach’s kindergarten class. p.m. in the school conference room. Basgall and Lori Lerner (who teaches a combined “Everything’s coming to life for them,” she said To send an issue to the RBEMS SAC, e-mail fourth- and fifth-grade class) decided to join forces of her 22 kindergartners as they listened intently to [email protected]. SAC goals and meeting instead of having individual classroom presentations, presentations. “It’s interesting because they’ve got a minutes can be found on the RBEMS website as they had done in the past. real person to talk to.” at www.rbar-es.eu.dodea.edu. The students began preparing their living history Events like this also spark their desire to learn, projects in February. They received a topic, such as she added. For more information, call the School Li- “explorers” or “athletes,” and each then chose a fa- “It really stimulates their curiosity,” she said. Follow us on Facebook! aison Office at 430-7465/civ. 0711-680-7465. mous American in that category to match their social “They want to know more about the characters studies curriculum. they saw.” The Citizen, March 24, 2011 SchOOlS Page 7 BEMS language arts class lets students ‘speak’ their minds

USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office have some control over the final product.” mates laugh with her speech on “Ten Then, students wrote their own Ways to Annoy Your Brother,” while Giving students f you’re like many people, you’re speeches and delivered them to the Ceara Hunsaker,12, followed with petrified of public speaking. class throughout the month of February. “Why I Don’t Want To Give This choices helps them Stephanie Nelson’s sixth-grade ‘ I Persuasive speeches were the most Speech.” language arts students at Böblingen popular, Nelson said. Topics included Several other students recognized take ownership Elementary/Middle School are not. the adverse side effects of smoking, loved ones in a tribute speech. The students recently completed of their learning. preserving the environment, the ben- In “What I’m Proud of,” Ashley a unit on public speaking, and thanks efits of a “no homework” policy and Rivette,12, heralded her brother, Brad- They invest more to Nelson’s extensive preparation, are democratic values. ley, who will go to college in the fall of now armed with the power to persuade, In her speech, “Why All People because they have motivate and inspire. 2012. “It will be quiet without his music Deserve a Democracy,” Taylor Domi- blasting through his bedroom door,” she some control over Over the course of five weeks, nique, 11, appealed to patriotism. said. “Without him, the house will be a students listened to several famous “Thanks to democracy, we have a voice boring and dull place; it just won’t be the final product. speeches, from Franklin Roosevelt’s in our country,” she said. the same without him. “ Pearl Harbor address in 1941 to Ronald Finn Hunsaker, 12, crafted an in- Stephanie Nelson In a special occasion speech, Mack- Reagan’s 1986 Space Shuttle Chal- formative speech called “The Ameri- BEMS language arts teacher lenger address, read two of President can Civil Rights Movement and The enzie Sellers,13, gave birthday wishes Barrack Obama’s speeches, and studied Current Egyptian Political Crisis — A to his long-distance best friend. “Even though we are separated by thousands the art of persuasion. Comparison” to show how knowledge Nelson is enthusiastic about her Next, Nelson allowed the students of the past can help people understand of miles, I want you to know that we students’ abilities and efforts. ’ to choose a speech type that best fit their the present. you are still with me, close at heart,” “I am happy to be working with such own style and purpose. Students chose Other speeches were motivational, Sellers concluded. a talented group of students,” she said. persuasive, informational, motiva- such as that of Lance Peltier, 11, a Finally, students presented farewell “These sixth-graders are great writers tional, funny, tribute, special occasion, wrestling speech that urged others to speeches. Janey Greenberg, 12, wrote and they have even better ideas.” and farewell speeches. “never quit.” a goodbye speech called “I’m Really “Giving students choices helps them Humorous speeches were designed Going to Miss You,” to all her friends at Editors’ Note: Stephanie Nelson, take ownership of their learning,” Nelson to amuse. BEMS whose families will be changing BEMS Language Arts teacher, contrib- said. “They invest more because they Savannah Songy,12, made class- duty stations this summer. uted to this article.

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Phone: 0711-4 6 05 34 30 Fax: 0711-4 6 05 34 40 E-mail: Follow us on Facebook! [email protected] Web: www.al-realestates.com Page 8 FeaTureS The Citizen, March 24, 2011 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 Features Page 9 In-service training focuses on community resilience Stuttgart EEO seeks collateral duty counselors Story & photo by Brittany Carlson By Brittany Carlson Most importantly, they must believe workplace discrimination at the lowest as part of the EEO Counselor Program. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office What we do has a USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office and uphold the principles of equal op- level possible and to also reduce process- In addition to quarterly EEO refresher portunity for all, according to Eshe Faul- ing time, cost and the number of formal training, she was able to shadow a dapting to change and hen employees in U.S. recovering from adversity ‘ bigger impact on con, USAG Stuttgart EEO specialist. EEO complaints filed,” she added. veteran EEO counselor and attended a Army Garrison Stutt- are vital skills that service “What we’re really looking for are Counselors serve as a communica- 40-hour alternative dispute resolution A a student than just gart feel they’ve been tions bridge between aggrieved em- course at USAG Schinnen to become W people who are passionate about EEO members and their families can learn. discriminated against, they can call the ployees and supervisors. a certified mediator. To help foster resilience in the Stutt- spiritual impact. garrison Equal Employment Opportu- and what it stands for, which is fair- In order to successfully do this, However, she said the greatest benefit gart military community, the U.S. Army nity Office. EEO specialists are trained ness and equality in the workplace,” Garrison Stuttgart Religious Support Nick Laurenzana Faulcon said. EEO counselors must be sensitive to she has received through EEO counseling to answer ques- the needs of both parties. has been helping others. Office hosted an in-service training day tions, help them Counselors conduct inquiries into USAG Stuttgart chapel youth “It’s not as easy as it sounds,” “It was an opportunity for me to for professionals working with military resolve problems informal complaints from Department leader said Danielle Denis, who has been a hopefully make a difference because I populations March 4. or lodge a formal of the Army employees who feel they’ve collateral duty EEO counselor in Stutt- believe in equality [in the workplace] ... The training, titled “Strengthening complaint. been discriminated against in the areas of gart since June 2009. “You cannot be I think everybody deserves a chance to Resilience in Soldiers and Families,” But, for the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and introduce them to beneficial friends partial. You are an objective person ... participate freely and fairly,” Denis said. service to work was funded through combined chapel … people that can help them hold up.”’ age (40 and over), genetic information, listening and trying to help them come Whenever there is human interac- tithes and offerings. most effectively, On March 5, trainers Bethel and physical or mental disability or in retalia- to an agreeable conclusion ... as early tion, there is a need to solve disputes, and The class was taught by Dr. Becky the EEO needs Powell also gave a presentation to 15 Eshe Faulcon tion for participating in an EEO activity. as possible.” it is necessary to solve them promptly, Powell, director of religious education counselors. “In a nutshell, the main thing we’re youth ministry workers from through- The USAG Stuttgart EEO is cur- If an informal complaint cannot be she added. This makes the EEO coun- for the USAG Baden-Württemberg out Europe. charged to do is to assist civilians when resolved, counselors advise employees selor’s role crucial to USAG Stuttgart. Chaplain’s Office, and guest speaker rently seeking garrison employees to Nick Laurenzana, one of three join the collateral duty EEO counselor they believe they were discriminated of their right to file a formal complaint. “I believe there’s always a mutually Dr. Paulette Martinez Bethel, founder USAG Stuttgart chapel youth leaders in team. Those interested in applying must against in one of the nine protected Denis, who also serves as the agreeable solution,” she said. of Land On Your Feet, LLC, a consul- Dr. Becky Powell, director of religious education for the USAG Baden- attendance, said the training gave him a be able to dedicate at least 20 percent classes and if they feel it has impacted Information, Referral and Follow-up tancy dedicated to helping military and Württemberg Chaplain’s Office, explains the importance of community support new perspective on the emotional and of their duty time to the team, and plan their job,” Faulcon said. Program Manager at USAG Stuttgart For more information, contact the expatriate families successfully adjust to for military children during an in-service training for professionals working psychological stress military adolescents to be in the Stuttgart area for the next “The purpose of the EEO Counsel- Army Community Service, has re- EEO Office at USAGStuttgartEEO@ new cultures and environments. Powell with military populations March 4 on Patch Barracks. The training was go through during a move or a parent’s two years. ing Program is to resolve allegations of ceived several training opportunities eur.army.mil. has also provided resiliency training to sponsored by the USAG Stuttgart Religious Support Office. deployment. “It’s just a lot of weight,” USAG Kaiserslautern for three years. he said. The training provided professionals resiliency. It’s a critical topic for us.” School Age Services and Youth Ser- He also said he realized how youth Interns make impact on local Family and MWR programs with resources and skills “to reach out During the class, Bethel and Powell vices, said she learned the importance ministry helps teens become more re- and provide support, information and discussed practical ways for participants of reaching out to other organizations silient by providing a setting in which By Tanya Fogg Young USAG Stuttgart MWR Community Recreation knowledge; to rebuild [resiliency] if to help children become more resilient. for help. to talk to trusted adults, peers and God. Special to The Citizen Chief Ron Paoletti, Hamilton’s trainer, lauded the it’s been lost; strengthen it, if it’s al- One method is to build “social “If I see a youth who is struggling, I “What we do has a bigger impact management trainee program for its thorough prepa- ready there, and overcome adversity,” scaffolding,” also known as a support can connect [him or her] with a Military on a student than just spiritual impact,” ohn Hamilton, working as a fitness coordina- ration of future MWR leaders. “It’s a great training Bethel said. network, Powell said. Family Life Consultant or school coun- he said. “We’re giving them tools for tor at Fort Huachuca, Ariz., was on a quest program that covers all of the bases needed,” said Thirty-four people attended, includ- Trusted adults can impact a young selor … instead of just keeping it within post-traumatic growth during some of Jto further develop his career in sports and Paoletti, whose daughter is a management trainee in fitness. A homework lab technician for youth at Fort ing school psychologists and counselors, person’s “scaffold” by investing in their our own organization,” Butz said. the most difficult times in life.” Ansbach. “It’s a great staffing resource and a way to Stewart, Ga., Mary Kane was searching for a way to parents, Military Family Life Consul- lives and introducing them to positive Salomon, a CYS Services child Due to the positive feedback from get fresh energy. John is highly motivated, a great move into management. tants and leaders in religious education. role models and friends, she added. and youth program assistant, is already the event, Sciegel said the RSO will success story and a stellar example of the kind of Both Hamilton and Kane, working as manage- “Most of the people at the work- The practical application was im- planning to adjust the way newcomers provide the training annually, and plans creative, energetic people we love to have in MWR.” ment trainees in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, are on shop work with adolescents,” said portant for training participants Corrie are greeted. “We get a lot of teens just to add more content for parents. About 2,000 applicants each year vie for 20 man- the fast track to their respective career goals, thanks Jim Sciegel, USAG Stuttgart religious Butz and Cody Salomon, who work coming to the center; they walk in to “At this point, we’ve made a com- agement trainee positions and eight developmental chef education director. “That became the with Child, Youth and School Services. look at what we have to offer,” he said. mitment to Dr. Powell that next year to their participation in the U.S. Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command Manage- slots. Job announcements are posted once a year be- focus — how [to] help kids work with Butz, the director of the Panzer “One quick thing [I can do] is take them will be Season 2,” he said. ment Trainee Program. The two are among nine Army tween July and September. The first round of selections MWR management trainees in Germany. is made around October and November for the January class and February and March for the July class. 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The Citizen, March 24, 2011 Features Page 9 Stuttgart EEO seeks collateral duty counselors By Brittany Carlson Most importantly, they must believe workplace discrimination at the lowest as part of the EEO Counselor Program. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office and uphold the principles of equal op- level possible and to also reduce process- In addition to quarterly EEO refresher portunity for all, according to Eshe Faul- ing time, cost and the number of formal training, she was able to shadow a hen employees in U.S. con, USAG Stuttgart EEO specialist. EEO complaints filed,” she added. veteran EEO counselor and attended a Army Garrison Stutt- Counselors serve as a communica- 40-hour alternative dispute resolution gart feel they’ve been “What we’re really looking for are W people who are passionate about EEO tions bridge between aggrieved em- course at USAG Schinnen to become discriminated against, they can call the ployees and supervisors. a certified mediator. garrison Equal Employment Opportu- and what it stands for, which is fair- In order to successfully do this, However, she said the greatest benefit nity Office. EEO specialists are trained ness and equality in the workplace,” Faulcon said. EEO counselors must be sensitive to she has received through EEO counseling to answer ques- the needs of both parties. has been helping others. tions, help them Counselors conduct inquiries into “It’s not as easy as it sounds,” “It was an opportunity for me to resolve problems informal complaints from Department said Danielle Denis, who has been a hopefully make a difference because I or lodge a formal of the Army employees who feel they’ve collateral duty EEO counselor in Stutt- believe in equality [in the workplace] ... complaint. been discriminated against in the areas of gart since June 2009. “You cannot be I think everybody deserves a chance to But, for the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, partial. You are an objective person ... participate freely and fairly,” Denis said. service to work age (40 and over), genetic information, listening and trying to help them come Whenever there is human interac- most effectively, physical or mental disability or in retalia- the EEO needs to an agreeable conclusion ... as early tion, there is a need to solve disputes, and Eshe Faulcon tion for participating in an EEO activity. as possible.” it is necessary to solve them promptly, counselors. “In a nutshell, the main thing we’re The USAG Stuttgart EEO is cur- If an informal complaint cannot be she added. This makes the EEO coun- rently seeking garrison employees to charged to do is to assist civilians when resolved, counselors advise employees selor’s role crucial to USAG Stuttgart. join the collateral duty EEO counselor they believe they were discriminated of their right to file a formal complaint. “I believe there’s always a mutually team. Those interested in applying must against in one of the nine protected Denis, who also serves as the agreeable solution,” she said. be able to dedicate at least 20 percent classes and if they feel it has impacted Information, Referral and Follow-up of their duty time to the team, and plan their job,” Faulcon said. Program Manager at USAG Stuttgart For more information, contact the to be in the Stuttgart area for the next “The purpose of the EEO Counsel- Army Community Service, has re- EEO Office at USAGStuttgartEEO@ two years. ing Program is to resolve allegations of ceived several training opportunities eur.army.mil. Interns make impact on local Family and MWR programs By Tanya Fogg Young USAG Stuttgart MWR Community Recreation Special to The Citizen Chief Ron Paoletti, Hamilton’s trainer, lauded the management trainee program for its thorough prepa- ohn Hamilton, working as a fitness coordina- ration of future MWR leaders. “It’s a great training tor at Fort Huachuca, Ariz., was on a quest program that covers all of the bases needed,” said Jto further develop his career in sports and Paoletti, whose daughter is a management trainee in fitness. A homework lab technician for youth at Fort Ansbach. “It’s a great staffing resource and a way to Stewart, Ga., Mary Kane was searching for a way to get fresh energy. John is highly motivated, a great move into management. success story and a stellar example of the kind of Both Hamilton and Kane, working as manage- creative, energetic people we love to have in MWR.” ment trainees in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, are on About 2,000 applicants each year vie for 20 man- the fast track to their respective career goals, thanks agement trainee positions and eight developmental chef to their participation in the U.S. Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command Manage- slots. Job announcements are posted once a year be- ment Trainee Program. The two are among nine Army tween July and September. The first round of selections MWR management trainees in Germany. is made around October and November for the January The management trainee program recruits, hires, class and February and March for the July class. and develops college students and graduates, wound- “The application and selection process is getting ed warriors and current or former NAF employees in more and more competitive,” said Christine Charles, MWR functional areas. Family and MWR also has a USAG Stuttgart NAF Human Resources Officer. NAF Developmental Chef Program, with a training “What’s great about the program is that they learn location at Edelweiss Lodge and Resort in Garmisch. about a specific track, but also many other areas. In USAG Stuttgart, there are management trainees Completing the program is a guaranteed promotion in Child, Youth and School Services and Commu- to a management position.” nity Recreation. But the Army MWR program hires But there is no guarantee that the location of the management trainees in other areas including sports management trainee’s internship will also be the place in which the trainee lands a position upon completion and fitness management, outdoor recreation, NAF Brittany Carlson of the program, Charles said. Management trainees contracting, marketing, financial management, NAF John Hamilton, an MWR management trainee, must sign mobility agreements. human resources, professional golf management, golf participates in a sports and fitness demonstration Kane, who is currently performing the duties of superintendent and food and beverage. earlier this year. Hamilton is one of two Family and assistant director of the Kelley Child Development Kane, a management trainee with CYS Services, MWR interns working in the garrison. is nearing the end of her two-year on-the-job training Center Annex, said she is ready for the next step in under the supervision of Suzanne King, USAG Stutt- and throughout MWR.” her management trek as she nears the end of her train- gart CYS Services Coordinator, who also completed Hamilton, with aspirations of being an instal- ing. “I believe I will have walked away with a great the MWR management trainee program. lation sports and fitness director, will complete his deal of knowledge, training and access to resources. Come July, Kane will embark upon a career in a first year of training in July. “Sports and fitness is my I’ve literally had two years to grow and develop into location in which there is a vacancy in her specialty. heart — my bread and butter —and I see these two being a good manager.” “I’ve worked in all of the MWR facilities and years as a chance to shadow, learn and progress to be have done everything from financial management successful,” said Hamilton, a Community Recreation For more information on the Army MWR Man- and inspections to special events,” Kane said. “I’ve management trainee. “I’m acting like a sponge — get- agement Trainee Program, go to www.fmwrctrain- had lots of hands-on opportunities in CYS Services ting as much training as possible.” eeprogram.com. Page 10 MiliTary newS The Citizen, March 24, 2011 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 cOMMuniTy annOunceMenTS Page 11 Apply for jobs with Fifteen Stuttgart NCOs inducted at ceremony Summer Hire Applications for the 2011 Aerobathoners feel the burn Story & photo by Gloria Colon-Buzatu Sgt. Genevieve Summer Hire program in USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office M. Carey U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- (from left), gart will be accepted from ecognizing newly promoted Army non- Defense March 27 to May 22 online commissioned officers has been a cer- Intelligence at https://lnjobs.army.mil/sg/ Remonial tradition since the NCO creed Agency; Sgt. staffing/summerhire. Family became official in 1986. Larissa E. members ages 14 to 22 years That tradition was continued in U.S. Army Gar- Condacure, old with valid ID card, in- rison Stuttgart March 4, when 15 Soldiers were offi- 554th Military cluding spouses under age 18 cially inducted into the NCO corps during a ceremony Police who are still in high school, in the Patch Community Club. Company; Sgt. are eligible to apply. The Army NCO induction ceremony is a type of Taryn M. Cox, Jobs are available in initiation and reminder of NCO responsibilities to labor, clerical and child care 52nd Aviation junior Soldiers. fields. The program will run Regiment; and “Moving into the NCO ranks means you’re em- from June 20 to July 29. Sgt. David barking on another journey,” said Command Sgt. Maj. For more information, call L. Hunt, Anthony M. Bryant, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart the Stuttgart Civilian Person- Photos by Brittany Carlson 52nd Signal command sergeant major, during the event. “It’s a nel Advisory Center at 431- Maria Moline (far right) teaches a Zumba class — aerobics based on Latin Battalion, great part of history.” 3152/civ. 07031-15-3152. dance moves — during the “Lose to Win 2011 Aerobathon” hosted by U.S. Army march through The 52nd Signal Command has hosted Army Garrison Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Sports and the NCO arch Take OHA survey NCO inductions in Stuttgart for the past three years. Fitness Program March 12. The event offered community members free back-to- before they Eligible service mem- Command Sgt. Maj. Mark A. George, command bers are encouraged to take back fitness classes, including cardio kickboxing, yoga, belly dancing and TRX were received sergeant major for the 52nd Signal Battalion, ad- the 2011 Overseas Housing training, at the Patch Fitness Center. Approximately 140 people attended the event. into the NCO dressed the new NCOs during the event. Allowance Utility/Recurring Michael Wait works up a sweat in The annual aerobathon promotes community health and well-being in conjunction Corps at the With the advent of the new Army leader devel- Maintenance Survey. The a spinning class during the USAG with the Lose to Win competition where community members compete to lose the annual NCO opment model, “there are upcoming new challenges deadline to take the survey Stuttgart Aerobathon March 12. most weight and body fat percentages. for NCOs,” George said. “NCOs need to focus and induction has been extended to April maintain mental control.” ceremony 15. All service members who He also encouraged enlisted leaders to continue held March have lived off-post under the Education Center, Room gency Relief fund through conviction because the victim at http://chapters.asmconline. to recognize NCOs in the future. 4 in the Patch OHA program for at least 418, Building 2915, Panzer May 15 to help Soldiers in wore tight jeans. org/rheinlandpfalz/category/ “This is my last induction,” George said. “I retire Community six months are eligible. Data Kaserne. need. In the Stuttgart mili- european-pdi. on Oct. 1 this year and have confidence that the NCOs Club. from the survey is used to AWG is seeking se- For more information, visit tary community, people are Take Capital City determine utility allowances. nior NCOs and officers for www.aerhq.org, or call 431- of the unit will continue the tradition.” Stuttgart Dental Clinic. Each inductee was announced by a fellow unit encouraged to wear jeans on Service members in Ger- operational advisor teams, tour of Stuttgart In typical military fashion, the ceremony began “I’ve been an NCO for five years,” said Sgt. NCO before entering the hall to receive two copies 2086/civ. 07031-15-2086. April 27 as part of April’s when the official party marched onto the stage at the many can take the survey at operational support and staff Sexual Assault Awareness The next Capital City Darnel Carey, an NCO assigned to the 52nd Signal of the NCO creed: one signed by George, and one www.defensetravel.dod.mil/ Sea Gals, Bryan Patch Community Club in single file. George then positions. Month activities. Army Com- Visitation Program is sched- Battalion. “I [had] never heard of an NCO induction etched onto a wooden plaque. ss/wsb.dll/s/eg4a. Ricci to visit ordered all doors locked, and the crowd grew silent until I came here to Stuttgart.” Guest speaker Fleet Master Chief Roy M. Mad- For more information on munity Service will also host uled for April 18 from 8:45 Armed Forces Entertain- as the German and U.S. national anthems were sung. The induction puts NCOs in the spotlight so that docks Jr., U.S. European Command senior enlisted Join Asymmetric AWG opportunities, or to a Denim Day reception from a.m. to 5 p.m. ment will present a variety Newly promoted NCOs came together from vari- other Soldiers know what they can expect from them, advisor, explained the significance of being an NCO. determine eligibility, visit 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Building The program includes a Warfare Group www.awd.army.mil, or call show in U.S. Army Garrison ous units to publicly recite and affirm commitment he added. The NCO corps is the lifeblood in all branches of The Asymmetric War- 2915. tour of downtown Stuttgart, the AWG recruiting team at Stuttgart featuring the Seattle to upholding the NCO creed. Inductees represented During the ceremony, three NCOs recited parts military service, he said, and NCOs exemplify profes- fare Group Recruiting Team For more information, call a visit to the State Parliament DSN 312-733-5366/civ. 001- Sea Gals cheerleaders, fol- the 554th Military Police Company, U.S. Africa of the NCO creed as they walked toward the front of sionalism and the drive to get things done. will hold recruiting brief- ACS at 431-3518/civ. 07031- Office, Stuttgart Opera House, 301-768-6159. lowed by an adult comedy Command, U.S. European Command, the Defense the stage, where a table displayed a carved wooden They “lead, train, and take care of the next genera- ings in U.S. Army Garrison 15-3518. City Hall and the Neu Schloss. Intelligence Agency, 52nd Aviation Regiment and candelabrum with the letters “NCO.” tion,” he added. show featuring Bryan Ricci Stuttgart April 5 at 10:30 Donate to AER March 27 in the Patch Com- Register for comp- The event is open to all a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Donate to the Army Emer- munity Club. ID cardholders. The variety show starts at troller conference To sign up, e-mail your >L»]LILLU THRPUN Explore off 7 p.m., and the adult comedy The American Society name, rank, and phone SVHUZ VM \W [V of Military Comptrollers number by April 4 to liz. ),,5 LFDQ%DUEHFXH show starts at 9 p.m. Doors  [V HJ[P]L *UDQG2SHQLQJ will host the 2011 European 2ULJLQDO$PHU PDSDQG post this open at 6 p.m. [email protected]. K\[` TPSP[HY` MVY )RUVLWHPDSDQGLWH  Professional Development 5HVWDXUDQWZLWKEHHUJDUGHQ For more information, call ;/,9, V]LY  `LHYZ RSHQLQJKRXUVVHHETGH Institute for military comp- RSO hosts women’s $SULOVW²UGIURPDP ZZZWFE weekend! 430-2110/civ. 0711 680-2110. 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Registration is due U temberg” pub- by March 27. lished at the be- The guest speaker will Leonbergerstr. 97 be Mary Greer, a licensed 1st L en ocal Brewery in Sindel ng (2nd fi oor) ginning of each ordained elder. • Come try our 3 homemade beers 71229 Leonberg month. Visit For more information, • Great local specialties to munch on Tel: 07152-903232 Opening hours: www.kashmir-restaurant.de daily 12:00-14:30 www.stuttgart. call the RSO at 431-3079/civ. • Special atmosphere to please [email protected] 17:30-23:00 our American customers army.mil and 07031-15-3079. • German hospitality at its best • Lunch Special (Mon – Fri) • Wirtschaftswunder Sindel ngen Tel: 07031-63 20 360 • Tandoori & Curry Special • click on “Out & Send community-wide Pfarrwiesenallee 14 info@wirtschaftswunder-sindel ngen.de • Party & Catering Service • Take away • announcements to stuttgart- 71067 Sindel ngen www.wirtschaftswunder-sindel ngen.de About in BW.” [email protected]. The Citizen, March 24, 2011 cOMMuniTy annOunceMenTS Page 11 Apply for jobs with Summer Hire Applications for the 2011 Aerobathoners feel the burn Summer Hire program in U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- gart will be accepted from March 27 to May 22 online at https://lnjobs.army.mil/sg/ staffing/summerhire. Family members ages 14 to 22 years old with valid ID card, in- cluding spouses under age 18 who are still in high school, are eligible to apply. Jobs are available in labor, clerical and child care fields. The program will run from June 20 to July 29. For more information, call the Stuttgart Civilian Person- Photos by Brittany Carlson nel Advisory Center at 431- Maria Moline (far right) teaches a Zumba class — aerobics based on Latin 3152/civ. 07031-15-3152. dance moves — during the “Lose to Win 2011 Aerobathon” hosted by U.S. Army Take OHA survey Garrison Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Sports and Eligible service mem- Fitness Program March 12. The event offered community members free back-to- bers are encouraged to take back fitness classes, including cardio kickboxing, yoga, belly dancing and TRX the 2011 Overseas Housing training, at the Patch Fitness Center. Approximately 140 people attended the event. Allowance Utility/Recurring Michael Wait works up a sweat in The annual aerobathon promotes community health and well-being in conjunction Maintenance Survey. The a spinning class during the USAG with the Lose to Win competition where community members compete to lose the deadline to take the survey Stuttgart Aerobathon March 12. most weight and body fat percentages. has been extended to April 15. All service members who have lived off-post under the Education Center, Room gency Relief fund through conviction because the victim at http://chapters.asmconline. OHA program for at least 418, Building 2915, Panzer May 15 to help Soldiers in wore tight jeans. org/rheinlandpfalz/category/ six months are eligible. 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Patch Play Group* Parent’s Night Out* Spring Fling 5K Family Run • 10-11:30 a.m., Patch Fitness Center • Patch and RB CDC/SAC, 6:30- • 10:30 a.m. • Free, every Monday 1 11:30 p.m. for ages six weeks to fifth 2 • Husky Field, Patch Barracks • All play groups are for children ages grade • Sign up at Patch Fitness Center 6 months to 3 years • Cost is $20/first child, $18/siblings School Age Lock-in* CYS Sports Registration “How To” • 6:30 p.m. to 8 a.m., Patch and RB SAC, • 1-2 p.m., Patch Community Club grades one to five. $30/child, $27/siblings • Free • Sign up for today’s events by March 30

Free Parent Education Class* Free Parent Education Class* Baby sitter training* Robinson Barracks Play Group* ACS: Fitting the Pieces Together: Outdoor Recreation • “Spring into Fitness” • Gardening with Children • April 5-8 • 10-11:30 a.m., RB Chapel Annex • Games, prizes for grades six and up Paris Family Bike Tour 3 4 5 6 • 10:30-11:30 a.m., Building 2347, 7 8 9 • Noon to 1 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m., • 3:30-5:30 p.m., Building 2347, • Free, every first and third Thurs- • Patch Hub, 5-7 p.m. • April 8-10 Patch SAC Patch Barracks Patch Barracks day Teen Job Fair: • Departs April 8 at 7 a.m. • For parents and children ages 3 and up • Free for teens ages 13 and up Kelley Play Group* • Patch Hub, 3-5 p.m., grades six and up • For more information, call 431- • Receive first aid/CPR certification • 10-11:30 a.m., Kelley Fitness Center 2774/civ. 07031-15-2774 EDGE! Screen Writers Challenge* • Free, every Wednesday Middle School Lock-in • 3:30 p.m., Patch Library Kelley Family Game Night • Patch Hub, 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., grades six to • Free for children ages 11-18 • 6-10 p.m., Kelley SAC eight, cost is $25. Sign up by March 30.

Kiddie Boot Camp “Hero” Reading “Super Hero” Family Bowling “Hero” Reading • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Panzer Fitness • 3 p.m., Panzer CDC • 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. • 10 a.m., Patch CDC 10 11 12 13 Center 14 • Col. Carl Bird reads to preschoolers 15 • Dress up as a super hero 16 • Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony • Free training-style activities for • Cost is $1/game, $1 shoe rental M. Bryant will read to preschoolers Panzer Playgroup* grades one to five • 10:30 a.m. to noon, Panzer Fitness Center • $1 off a large pizza. Free Parent Education Class* • Free, every second and fourth Thursday • Galaxy Bowling and Entertain- Kids’ Movie Day: Princess & the Frog • “Childhood Nutrition” Movie Day: How to Train Your Dragon ment Center, Panzer Kaserne • 3 p.m., Patch Theater • 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m., • Patch Theater, 3 p.m., $1.50/children ages • $1.50/children ages 11 and under, $3/adults Patch SAC 11 and under, $3/adults

Summer Camp/activities info Free Parent Education Class* Earth Day Project Egg Hunt and Spring Fest: • 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Panzer PX • “Ask the Trainer” • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Panzer PX • Free egg hunt 10 a.m. on Husky 17 18 19 20 21 22 • Pot your own flower seeds 23 Field followed by activities at Hub Robinson Barracks Carnival Day • 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:30- “Hero” Reading • Free, open to all families • Includes free pony rides, SKIES • 3-7 p.m. 6:30 p.m., Building 2347, Patch • 3 p.m., Kelley CDC demonstrations • RB Youth Center, Building 151 Barracks • Deputy to the Commander Kathleen • Peace Project winners announced • Free bouncy castle, face painting, • Ask trainers questions about Rob Lake Magic Show Cole will read to preschoolers child’s development • 6-7:30 p.m., Patch High games, Wii tournament and more “The Amazing Race” teen edition* EDGE! Screen Writers Challenge* • Open to all families German-American Baseball Game School Forum • Free, open to all families • 9:30 a.m., Patch Hub • 3:30 p.m., Patch Library • 5 p.m., Husky Field • $5 for youths grades six and up

Missoula Children’s Theater Missoula Children’s Theater Free Parent Education Class Missoula Children’s Theater Missoula Children’s Theater Missoula Children’s Theater Auditions for “Snow White and practice • Teens: The Power of Peer Pressure practice practice performance of “Snow White 24 25 the Seven Dwarfs”* 26 27• 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 28 29 30 and the Seven Dwarfs” • 3-6 p.m., Böblingen Elemen- p.m. Building 2347, Patch Barracks • 3 p.m., BEMS Gym tary/Middle School • Free Department of Defense Dependents Department of Defense Dependents • Free. All children will be given For more information about any of the a part in the production Schools Registration Schools Registration Department of Defense Dependents events, contact Child, Youth and School • 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Panzer Shopping Mall • Panzer Shopping Mall, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDGE! Screen Writers Challenge • Kindergarten teachers will assess stu- Schools Registration Services Parent Central Services at 430- • Patch Library, 3:30 p.m. dents on this day Missoula Children’s Theater practice • Panzer Shopping Mall, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7480/civ. 0711-680-7480. * Must sign up through CYS Services.

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he 5th Annual German-Amer- • Deadline is April 1. to you?” CYS Services Parent Central Services School Age Centers: Panzer Youth Center ican Children’s Peace Project • Rules and registration forms can be • Winners will be announced at Spring Support services • 430-7480/civ. 0711-680-7480 • Patch: 430-6942/civ. 0711-680-6942 • 431-3040/civ. 07031-15-3040 Toffers students in grades one picked up at Army Community Service or Fest on April 23. • Panzer: 431-2624/civ. 07031-15-2624 Panzer Sports Office Child Development Centers through 12 the chance to display their any Child, Youth and School Services facility. For more information, call ACS at for children, teens • Kelley: 421-2975/civ. 0711-729-2975 • 431-2616/civ. 07031-15-2616 creativity during the Month of the Military • Submit an art, poetry or creative writing 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362, or e-mail • Patch: 430-5123/civ. 0711-680-5123 • RB: 420-7017/civ. 0711-819-7017 Child and earn prizes for their efforts. piece on the theme “What does peace mean [email protected]. • Panzer: 431-2619/civ. 07031-15-2619 Family Child Care Office (Patch) in USAG Stuttgart • Kelley: 421-2541/civ. 0711-729-2541 ACS (Panzer): 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362 • 430-4047/civ. 0711-680-4047 Page 12 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 Page 13 Month of the Military Child celebrates future leaders Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Patch Play Group* Parent’s Night Out* Spring Fling 5K Family Run • 10-11:30 a.m., Patch Fitness Center • Patch and RB CDC/SAC, 6:30- • 10:30 a.m. • Free, every Monday 1 11:30 p.m. for ages six weeks to fifth 2 • Husky Field, Patch Barracks • All play groups are for children ages grade • Sign up at Patch Fitness Center 6 months to 3 years • Cost is $20/first child, $18/siblings School Age Lock-in* CYS Sports Registration “How To” • 6:30 p.m. to 8 a.m., Patch and RB SAC, • 1-2 p.m., Patch Community Club grades one to five. $30/child, $27/siblings • Free • Sign up for today’s events by March 30

Free Parent Education Class* Free Parent Education Class* Baby sitter training* Robinson Barracks Play Group* ACS: Fitting the Pieces Together: Outdoor Recreation • “Spring into Fitness” • Gardening with Children • April 5-8 • 10-11:30 a.m., RB Chapel Annex • Games, prizes for grades six and up Paris Family Bike Tour 3 4 5 6 • 10:30-11:30 a.m., Building 2347, 7 8 9 • Noon to 1 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m., • 3:30-5:30 p.m., Building 2347, • Free, every first and third Thurs- • Patch Hub, 5-7 p.m. • April 8-10 Patch SAC Patch Barracks Patch Barracks day Teen Job Fair: • Departs April 8 at 7 a.m. • For parents and children ages 3 and up • Free for teens ages 13 and up Kelley Play Group* • Patch Hub, 3-5 p.m., grades six and up • For more information, call 431- • Receive first aid/CPR certification • 10-11:30 a.m., Kelley Fitness Center 2774/civ. 07031-15-2774 EDGE! Screen Writers Challenge* • Free, every Wednesday Middle School Lock-in • 3:30 p.m., Patch Library Kelley Family Game Night • Patch Hub, 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., grades six to • Free for children ages 11-18 • 6-10 p.m., Kelley SAC eight, cost is $25. Sign up by March 30.

Kiddie Boot Camp “Hero” Reading “Super Hero” Family Bowling “Hero” Reading • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Panzer Fitness • 3 p.m., Panzer CDC • 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. • 10 a.m., Patch CDC 10 11 12 13 Center 14 • Col. Carl Bird reads to preschoolers 15 • Dress up as a super hero 16 • Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony • Free training-style activities for • Cost is $1/game, $1 shoe rental M. Bryant will read to preschoolers Panzer Playgroup* grades one to five • 10:30 a.m. to noon, Panzer Fitness Center • $1 off a large pizza. Free Parent Education Class* • Free, every second and fourth Thursday • Galaxy Bowling and Entertain- Kids’ Movie Day: Princess & the Frog • “Childhood Nutrition” Movie Day: How to Train Your Dragon ment Center, Panzer Kaserne • 3 p.m., Patch Theater • 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m., • Patch Theater, 3 p.m., $1.50/children ages • $1.50/children ages 11 and under, $3/adults Patch SAC 11 and under, $3/adults

Summer Camp/activities info Free Parent Education Class* Earth Day Project Egg Hunt and Spring Fest: • 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Panzer PX • “Ask the Trainer” • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Panzer PX • Free egg hunt 10 a.m. on Husky 17 18 19 20 21 22 • Pot your own flower seeds 23 Field followed by activities at Hub Robinson Barracks Carnival Day • 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:30- “Hero” Reading • Free, open to all families • Includes free pony rides, SKIES • 3-7 p.m. 6:30 p.m., Building 2347, Patch • 3 p.m., Kelley CDC demonstrations • RB Youth Center, Building 151 Barracks • Deputy to the Commander Kathleen • Peace Project winners announced • Free bouncy castle, face painting, • Ask trainers questions about Rob Lake Magic Show Cole will read to preschoolers child’s development • 6-7:30 p.m., Patch High games, Wii tournament and more “The Amazing Race” teen edition* EDGE! Screen Writers Challenge* • Open to all families German-American Baseball Game School Forum • Free, open to all families • 9:30 a.m., Patch Hub • 3:30 p.m., Patch Library • 5 p.m., Husky Field • $5 for youths grades six and up

Missoula Children’s Theater Missoula Children’s Theater Free Parent Education Class Missoula Children’s Theater Missoula Children’s Theater Missoula Children’s Theater Auditions for “Snow White and practice • Teens: The Power of Peer Pressure practice practice performance of “Snow White 24 25 the Seven Dwarfs”* 26 27• 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 28 29 30 and the Seven Dwarfs” • 3-6 p.m., Böblingen Elemen- p.m. Building 2347, Patch Barracks • 3 p.m., BEMS Gym tary/Middle School • Free Department of Defense Dependents Department of Defense Dependents • Free. All children will be given For more information about any of the a part in the production Schools Registration Schools Registration Department of Defense Dependents events, contact Child, Youth and School • 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Panzer Shopping Mall • Panzer Shopping Mall, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDGE! Screen Writers Challenge • Kindergarten teachers will assess stu- Schools Registration Services Parent Central Services at 430- • Patch Library, 3:30 p.m. dents on this day Missoula Children’s Theater practice • Panzer Shopping Mall, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7480/civ. 0711-680-7480. * Must sign up through CYS Services.

German-American Children’s Peace Project Celebrate Military Children: The Strength of Our Future he 5th Annual German-Amer- • Deadline is April 1. to you?” CYS Services Parent Central Services School Age Centers: Panzer Youth Center ican Children’s Peace Project • Rules and registration forms can be • Winners will be announced at Spring Support services • 430-7480/civ. 0711-680-7480 • Patch: 430-6942/civ. 0711-680-6942 • 431-3040/civ. 07031-15-3040 Toffers students in grades one picked up at Army Community Service or Fest on April 23. • Panzer: 431-2624/civ. 07031-15-2624 Panzer Sports Office Child Development Centers through 12 the chance to display their any Child, Youth and School Services facility. For more information, call ACS at for children, teens • Kelley: 421-2975/civ. 0711-729-2975 • 431-2616/civ. 07031-15-2616 creativity during the Month of the Military • Submit an art, poetry or creative writing 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362, or e-mail • Patch: 430-5123/civ. 0711-680-5123 • RB: 420-7017/civ. 0711-819-7017 Child and earn prizes for their efforts. piece on the theme “What does peace mean [email protected]. • Panzer: 431-2619/civ. 07031-15-2619 Family Child Care Office (Patch) in USAG Stuttgart • Kelley: 421-2541/civ. 0711-729-2541 ACS (Panzer): 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362 • 430-4047/civ. 0711-680-4047 Page 14 Community AnnounCements The Citizen, March 24, 2011 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 entertAinment Page 15 1/10th DFAC train- p.m. in the Hub, Building be honored for anything un- national Chapter will host Service New Parent Support 2337, Patch Barracks. related to DODDS or Child, a Mardi Gras scholarship ing closures Program will host a class on For more information, Youth and School Services fundraiser March 26 at 8 p.m. how to choose a child care What’s happening in FMWR Coming to The 1st Battalion, 10th call 430-6289/civ. 0711- sports. in the Kelley Club on Kelley provider April 18 from 10-11 make reservations, call 421-3055/ Special Forces Group (Air- 680-6289. Appointments can be Barracks. Audition for ‘Working’ a.m. in Room 222, Building civ. 0711-729-3055, or or visit borne), Dining Facility on made beginning April 1 by Donations of $20 are The Stuttgart Entertainment National Defense U 2915, Panzer Kaserne. www.stuttgartmwr.com and click Patch Theater Panzer Kaserne will close calling the Europe Regional suggested. Branch will host auditions for the through April 4 due to train- For more information, call on “Theatre.” classes available Medical Command Care Call For tickets, contact Mar- ACS at 431-3362/civ. 07031- musical “Working” April 4-6 at 7 March 24 — The Fighter (R) ing requirements. p.m. in the Kelley Theatre. National Defense Univer- Center at 00800-3762-2273 [email protected]. 15-3362. Theatre Group pres- 6 p.m. Men ages 15-25 and women Learn first aid sity offers these classes: or 06221-17-2622. ents children’s show March 25 — True Grit (PG-13) • April 11-5: Web-Enabled AER scholarships Stuttgart Tax Center ages 18 and up are needed to play The Stuttgart Ameri- The Stuttgart Theatre Center 6 p.m., Country Strong (PG-13) 9 RSO hosts youth the “common” men and women in can Red Cross will offer a Government: Facilitating available offers free filing will present “Gary Grinkle’s Battles p.m. AER applications for this show who express the hopes, standard first aid/CPR/AED Collaboration and Transpar- trip to Italy If the thought of doing with Wrinkles and Other Troubles March 26 — Tangled (PG) 4 2011-2012 scholarships dreams, joys and concerns of the course (includes infant, child, ency; The U.S. Army Garrison your own taxes overwhelms in Mudgeville” April 29 at 7:30 p.m., Paul (R) 7 p.m., True Grit average working American. and adult CPR) March 26 from • May 16-20: Multi- Stuttgart Religious Support are now available for the you, the Stuttgart Tax Cen- p.m. and April 30 at 1 p.m. A spe- (PG-13) 9 p.m. dependent children of active A pre-audition solo-song and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Room 314, Agency Information-Enabled Office is sponsoring “Shore- ter offers free tax assistance cial Exceptional Family Member March 27 — Tangled (PG) 2 break ’11,” a spring break trip duty, retired and deceased monologue workshop will be held Building 2915, Panzer Kas- Collaboration. to ID cardholders. Program invitational showing will p.m., Country Strong (PG-13) 4 Both classes will run from to Cesenatico, Italy, for high Soldiers. April 3 at 6:30 p.m. erne. The cost is $40, which Walk-in assistance is be held April 30 at 11 a.m. p.m., True Grit (PG-13) 7 p.m. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the fourth school students April 8-15. The deadline to apply is includes all materials. available Monday to Friday See ‘Rumors’ on stage For more information, call the March 28 — Paul (R) 6 p.m. floor of Building 2307, Patch For more information, call April 1. To register, stop by ARC. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Stuttgart Entertainment theater box office at 421-3055/civ. March 29 — True Grit (PG-13) Barracks. 430-7237/civ. 0711-680-7237, To apply, or for more For more information, call For more information, call Branch will perform “Rumors,” a 0711-729-3055. 6 p.m. 431-2812/civ. 07031-15-2812. For more information, call or e-mail stuttgartchapely- information, visit www. comedy by Neil Simon, on April March 30 — Country Strong aerhq.org. 421-4588/civ. 0711- 4588. Golf course to host File taxes by April 18 430-5992/civ. 0711-680-5992 [email protected]. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 7:30 p.m., (PG-13) 6 p.m. or 430-2315/civ. 0711-680- and April 3, 10 and 17 at 3 p.m. in The deadline to file state Scholarship fund- Learn to choose membership drive March 31 — True Grit (PG-13) 2315, or visit www.ndu.edu/ Send community-wide an- the Kelley Theatre. The Stuttgart Golf Course will and federal taxes this year 6 p.m. icollege. raiser March 26 right sitter for kids nouncements to stuttgartme- The show is a farcical romp host its annual greens fees mem- is April 18. The blue mail April 1 — The Rite (PG-13) 7 The Theta Rho Inter- The Army Community [email protected]. that begins when the deputy bership drive March 26 from 9 boxes in U.S. Army Garrison Space A immuniza- p.m., Sucker Punch (PG-13) 10 p.m. mayor of New York shoots him- a.m. to 3 p.m. Stuttgart will be emptied at April 2 — How to Train Your tions available self at his own wedding anniver- The course is located on Paramount Pictures midnight on April 18. Dragon (PG) 4 p.m., The Green Hor- Effective April 1, the U.S. sary. It is only a flesh wound, but Aldingerstrasse in Kornwestheim. All garrison APOs will Motorcycle safety: Be ready to ride net (PG-13) 7 p.m., Sucker Punch April 4 — Sucker Punch (PG- Army Health Clinic Stuttgart View The Citizen archives at www.stuttgart.army.mil his lawyer and wife must get the For more information, call remain open until 4 p.m. on (PG-13) 9 p.m. 13) 6 p.m. will allow “Space A” qualify- The motorcycle season is approaching, and it is time for riders to story straight while guests arrive civ 0714-187-9151. April 18. The Community April 3 — The Princess and the April 5 — The Rite (PG-13) ing personnel ages 18 and prepare themselves and their motorcycles. at the party, and he lies bleeding Mail Rooms will accept tax Frog (G) 2 p.m., The Green Hornet 6 p.m. under to make appointments in the next room. For MWR updates, e-mail mwr- returns until 6 p.m. • Do preventive maintenance to ensure the bike is in top mechanical (PG-13) 4 p.m., Sucker Punch (PG- April 6 — The Green Hornet at the immunization clinic. condition. A full tune-up and service is a good place to start. For more information, or to [email protected]. 13) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 6 p.m. PCS/pre-separation The intent of this initiative • Get riding skills up to par after the winter lay-off. photos.com briefing scheduled is to allow children enrolled • Be visible to other drivers by wearing high-visibility garments. in Department of Defense • Wear proper protective clothing, such as an approved helmet with The next permanent Dependents Schools to receive change of station/pre- eye protection, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, full-length trousers, immunizations at the same ac- separation briefing will be full-fingered gloves and over-the-ankle footwear, preferably made of cess level as TRICARE Prime held March 30 at 1 p.m. in leather with an oil-resistant sole to reduce slipping hazards. beneficiaries. Building 2913 on Panzer • Drive defensively and adjust speed to road and traffic conditions. To be eligible, children Kaserne. All service members • Never drink and drive. must be enrolled in DODDS. and civilians departing within Children 7 years old and the next four to five months USAG Stuttgart under must provide medical should attend. The brief- documentation stating that ings will cover topics such they are medically cleared to as transportation, customs,

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Visit youth job fair Certifi ed for VA Education Benefi ts The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Youth Job Fair will take place April 8 from 3-5 7RXUR&ROOHJH%HUOLQ_$P5XSHQKRUQ_%HUOLQ_LQIR#WRXUREHUOLQGH The Citizen, March 24, 2011 entertAinment Page 15 What’s happening in FMWR Coming to Audition for ‘Working’ make reservations, call 421-3055/ The Stuttgart Entertainment civ. 0711-729-3055, or or visit Patch Theater Branch will host auditions for the www.stuttgartmwr.com and click on “Theatre.” musical “Working” April 4-6 at 7 March 24 — The Fighter (R) p.m. in the Kelley Theatre. Theatre Group pres- 6 p.m. Men ages 15-25 and women March 25 — True Grit (PG-13) ages 18 and up are needed to play ents children’s show The Stuttgart Theatre Center 6 p.m., Country Strong (PG-13) 9 the “common” men and women in will present “Gary Grinkle’s Battles p.m. this show who express the hopes, with Wrinkles and Other Troubles March 26 — Tangled (PG) 4 dreams, joys and concerns of the in Mudgeville” April 29 at 7:30 p.m., Paul (R) 7 p.m., True Grit average working American. p.m. and April 30 at 1 p.m. A spe- (PG-13) 9 p.m. A pre-audition solo-song and cial Exceptional Family Member March 27 — Tangled (PG) 2 monologue workshop will be held Program invitational showing will p.m., Country Strong (PG-13) 4 April 3 at 6:30 p.m. be held April 30 at 11 a.m. p.m., True Grit (PG-13) 7 p.m. See ‘Rumors’ on stage For more information, call the March 28 — Paul (R) 6 p.m. The Stuttgart Entertainment theater box office at 421-3055/civ. March 29 — True Grit (PG-13) Branch will perform “Rumors,” a 0711-729-3055. 6 p.m. comedy by Neil Simon, on April Golf course to host March 30 — Country Strong 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 7:30 p.m., (PG-13) 6 p.m. and April 3, 10 and 17 at 3 p.m. in membership drive March 31 — True Grit (PG-13) the Kelley Theatre. The Stuttgart Golf Course will 6 p.m. The show is a farcical romp host its annual greens fees mem- April 1 — The Rite (PG-13) 7 that begins when the deputy bership drive March 26 from 9 p.m., Sucker Punch (PG-13) 10 p.m. mayor of New York shoots him- a.m. to 3 p.m. April 2 — How to Train Your self at his own wedding anniver- The course is located on Dragon (PG) 4 p.m., The Green Hor- Paramount Pictures sary. It is only a flesh wound, but Aldingerstrasse in Kornwestheim. net (PG-13) 7 p.m., Sucker Punch April 4 — Sucker Punch (PG- his lawyer and wife must get the For more information, call (PG-13) 9 p.m. 13) 6 p.m. story straight while guests arrive civ 0714-187-9151. April 3 — The Princess and the April 5 — The Rite (PG-13) at the party, and he lies bleeding Frog (G) 2 p.m., The Green Hornet 6 p.m. in the next room. For MWR updates, e-mail mwr- (PG-13) 4 p.m., Sucker Punch (PG- April 6 — The Green Hornet For more information, or to [email protected]. 13) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 6 p.m. photos.com Page 16 Culture The Citizen, March 24, 2011 The Citizen, March 24, 2011 sports Page 17 Peek into Mozart’s past in Salzburg, Austria sports Story & photos by Carola Meusel Sandra Rouagha, USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office a visitor to shorts Salzburg, looks olfgang Amadeus Mozart is known at a display of throughout the world for his music: Mozartkugeln in Join post-natal fitness WHe produced 22 operas, in addition to a shop window instrumental compositions, symphonies, serenades, in Salzburg. Photos by Brian Hill group marches, string quartets and songs. Mozartkugeln The Cupcakes and their assistant coach, Leroy Davis, Army Community Service However, not everyone knows details about his is made out enjoy the sweet taste of success after winning the offers a post-natal fitness group childhood. of chocolate, IMCOM-Europe Western Regional Junior Boys every Thursday from 10 a.m. In Salzburg, visitors can walk in places where pistachio Basketball Championship in Wiesbaden March 13. to noon in the Patch Fitness Mozart grew up and began composing. They can marzipan and Center. also see historic landmarks that pay tribute to him Jeffrey nougat — one of For more information, call throughout the city. many tributes to Kaczmarek 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, or “Wolferl,” was Mozart here. (center) Learn about CYS born on Jan. 27, 1756, in Salzburg as the seventh child and Bryce to parents Leopold Mozart, a chamber musician, and Salzburg also has several chocolate and souvenir Hill defend sports registration Anna Maria Pertl. shops dedicated to selling “Mozartkugeln,” chocolate against Learn about the registration Wolfgang Amadeus was only 4 years old when he balls filled with pistachio marzipan and nougat. Mannheim process for U.S. Army Garrison learned to play the piano and the violin. His father Besides Mozart-related activities, Salzburg also in the Stuttgart’s CYS Services sports also gave him lessons in music composition. and fitness programs April 2 offers a picturesque stroll along the Getreidegasse semifinal In 1762, Mozart’s first musical performances from 1-2 p.m. in the Patch Com- (Grain Alley), with its artfully decorated store signs Western in Salzburg were followed by several concert tours and historic building facades, quaint courtyards and munity Club. Kingston Davis (from left) leads a fast break with teammates Jeffrey Regional throughout Europe, where the “Wunderkind” (child side alleys. The meeting will be fol- Kaczmarek, Chaz Young and Dominic Adams during the IMCOM-E game on prodigy) was introduced to nobility. For a bird’s-eye view of Salzburg, visitors can lowed by a brief question and Western Regional semifinal game against Mannheim March 13. In 1781, Mozart moved to Vienna. Most of his walk up to the Festung Hohensalzburg, a fortress that March 13. answer session. world famous operas, including “The Marriage of dates back to the 11th century. One of Europe’s largest For more information, call Figaro,” “Don Giovanni,” and the “Magic Flute” 431-2597/civ. 07031-15-2597 Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg offers visitors a and most well-preserved fortresses, it also houses a were produced there. or visit www.stuttgartmwr.com. glimpse into the famous composer’s early life. gallery, torture chamber, observation tower, prince’s Junior boys’ championship a piece of cake Mozart died shortly after the premiere of the rooms and a museum. “Magic Flute” in Vienna on Dec. 5, 1791, from “Fri- By Susan Huseman Though armed with confidence and a play good defense, step out on the shoot- Spring Fling 5K set town center is part of the United Nations Educational, For another view of Salzburg and the Hohen- The 2011 Spring Fling 5K eselfieber” (fever with rash). He was only 35. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office sense of humor, the team struggled to get ers and make free throws.” Scientific and Cultural Organization. salzburg, visit the roof terrace of Hotel Stein at run, hosted by U.S. Army Gar- Ever since Mozart’s early death, many myths have to the regional tournament, according to What the Cupcakes lacked in size, The coffee house “Tomaselli” (Alter Markt 9), Giselakai 3-5. rison Stuttgart Sports and Fitness, circulated concerning his life. In Salzburg, visitors one of Austria’s oldest coffee houses, is just a few “Salzburg combines culture and tradition with he Stuttgart “Cupcakes” head coach Gary Kaczmarek. they made up in team play. “Our team turned out to be anything will be held April 2 on Husky can discover the “real story” by visiting Mozart’s steps away. According to locals, Mozart frequently a charming lifestyle,” said Sandra Rouagha, a visi- “There’s a lot of talent here,” he is really small, but everybody stepped Field, Patch Barracks. The race but as they solidly won the birth house (Getreidegasse 9), and the Mozart family took coffee breaks here. tor to Salzburg. “I was able to experience the city’s T said, adding that the Cupcakes’ tough- up and played their role, which helped will start at 10:30 a.m. Installation Management Command residence, called “Tanzmeisterhaus” (Makartplatz 8), For something sweeter, visitors can try the “Salz- rich history and simply enjoyed the ‘Austrian way est adversaries came from their own us win,” Davis said. Register by March 27. Europe Western Regional Junior Boys where they can see Mozart’s first piano and violin, burger Nockerl,” a typical Austrian dessert made from of life’ accompanied by Mozart, music and many community. Davis was not alone in racking up For more information, call the paintings, letters and family memorabilia. eggs, sugar, vanilla and butter. Austrian composer Fred sweet delights.” Basketball Championship. At the IMCOM-E regional tourna- impressive stats. Patch Fitness Center at 430-7136/ Another highlight is the “Mozartplatz” (Mozart Raymond described it “as sweet as love and as delicate The Child, Youth and School Ser- ment, the Cupcakes swept Wiesbaden 28- Jeffrey Kaczmarek, 14, scored 37 civ. 0711-680-7136. Square) in Salzburg’s historic downtown area, which as a kiss.” This treat is served fresh with raspberry For more information on Salzburg (in English), vices-sponsored double elimination 20, Kaiserslautern 41-33 and Mannheim points, had 21 rebounds and five assists. features a bronze statue of Mozart from 1842. The sauce at Cafe Mozart (Getreidegasse 22). visit www.salzburg.info/en/. tournament for 13- to 15-year-olds was a 34-31, and in the championship game, Galvin McCall, 13, pulled down 41 Bike ride in Paris U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- cakewalk for the Cupcakes, as they went once again faced Wiesbaden, who had rebounds. Chaz Young, 13, hit several gart’s Outdoor Recreation will undefeated March 12-13 in Wiesbaden. Sunday School 10 a.m. fought their way back into the finals. three-pointers. host a Paris Bike Ride Weekend Morning Worship 11 a.m. Find community photos on our flickr site The team’s road to victory began Call for “After playing them the first time, Teamwork and preparation paved April 8-11 in Paris, France. De- Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. at www.flickr.com/photos.usagstuttgart. with a strategic name selection meant Wednesday Evening 7 p.m. we weren’t surprised to see them again the team’s way to victory, according to parture is at 7 a.m. from ODR on witnesses (Prayer and Bible study) to deceive opponents. in the championship,” said Kaczmarek. assistant coach Leroy Davis, Panzer Kaserne. Children’s Programs and “We knew they were going to say “They had a very long road coming “We played as a team. The kids are For more information, call Nursery Provided Witnesses are need- ,QWHUQDWLRQDO%DSWLVW&KXUFK ‘they’re cupcakes ... they’re not that back through the losers’ bracket, and we very unselfish — they gave the ball to 431-2774/civ. 07031-15-2774. ed for recent BMW POV Meeting at RI6WXWWJDUW good’ — until they looked up at the knew they didn’t fight that hard to make whoever could score,” said Coach Davis. break-ins. Presumably Regerstrasse 19 Peaceful Warriors 70195 Stuttgart-Botnang 6HUYLFHV scoreboard,” said Kingston Davis, 13. it all the way back into the championship “They each brought skills to the during the night of Feb. Tel: 07032-954314 6XQGD\$0 $0‡:HGQHVGD\30 to just give it away,” he said. table that we were able to use in order yoga class open 25, unknown persons Missionary Pastor- Dr. Harold Pierce 8QWHUH:DOGSOlW]H‡6WXWWJDUW 9DLKLQJHQ The Cupcakes, however, stood their to win,” he said. 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Join post-natal fitness Photos by Brian Hill group The Cupcakes and their assistant coach, Leroy Davis, Army Community Service enjoy the sweet taste of success after winning the offers a post-natal fitness group IMCOM-Europe Western Regional Junior Boys every Thursday from 10 a.m. Basketball Championship in Wiesbaden March 13. to noon in the Patch Fitness Center. Jeffrey For more information, call Kaczmarek 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. (center) Learn about CYS and Bryce Hill defend sports registration against Learn about the registration Mannheim process for U.S. Army Garrison in the Stuttgart’s CYS Services sports and fitness programs April 2 semifinal from 1-2 p.m. in the Patch Com- Western munity Club. Kingston Davis (from left) leads a fast break with teammates Jeffrey Regional The meeting will be fol- Kaczmarek, Chaz Young and Dominic Adams during the IMCOM-E game on lowed by a brief question and Western Regional semifinal game against Mannheim March 13. March 13. answer session. For more information, call 431-2597/civ. 07031-15-2597 Junior boys’ championship a piece of cake or visit www.stuttgartmwr.com.

By Susan Huseman Though armed with confidence and a play good defense, step out on the shoot- Spring Fling 5K set The 2011 Spring Fling 5K USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office sense of humor, the team struggled to get ers and make free throws.” run, hosted by U.S. Army Gar- to the regional tournament, according to What the Cupcakes lacked in size, rison Stuttgart Sports and Fitness, he Stuttgart “Cupcakes” head coach Gary Kaczmarek. they made up in team play. “Our team turned out to be anything will be held April 2 on Husky “There’s a lot of talent here,” he is really small, but everybody stepped Field, Patch Barracks. The race but as they solidly won the T said, adding that the Cupcakes’ tough- up and played their role, which helped will start at 10:30 a.m. Installation Management Command est adversaries came from their own us win,” Davis said. Register by March 27. Europe Western Regional Junior Boys community. Davis was not alone in racking up For more information, call the Basketball Championship. At the IMCOM-E regional tourna- impressive stats. Patch Fitness Center at 430-7136/ The Child, Youth and School Ser- ment, the Cupcakes swept Wiesbaden 28- Jeffrey Kaczmarek, 14, scored 37 civ. 0711-680-7136. vices-sponsored double elimination 20, Kaiserslautern 41-33 and Mannheim points, had 21 rebounds and five assists. tournament for 13- to 15-year-olds was a 34-31, and in the championship game, Galvin McCall, 13, pulled down 41 Bike ride in Paris U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- cakewalk for the Cupcakes, as they went once again faced Wiesbaden, who had rebounds. Chaz Young, 13, hit several gart’s Outdoor Recreation will undefeated March 12-13 in Wiesbaden. fought their way back into the finals. three-pointers. host a Paris Bike Ride Weekend The team’s road to victory began “After playing them the first time, Teamwork and preparation paved April 8-11 in Paris, France. De- with a strategic name selection meant we weren’t surprised to see them again the team’s way to victory, according to parture is at 7 a.m. from ODR on to deceive opponents. in the championship,” said Kaczmarek. assistant coach Leroy Davis, Panzer Kaserne. “We knew they were going to say “They had a very long road coming “We played as a team. The kids are For more information, call ‘they’re cupcakes ... they’re not that back through the losers’ bracket, and we very unselfish — they gave the ball to 431-2774/civ. 07031-15-2774. good’ — until they looked up at the knew they didn’t fight that hard to make whoever could score,” said Coach Davis. scoreboard,” said Kingston Davis, 13. it all the way back into the championship “They each brought skills to the Peaceful Warriors to just give it away,” he said. table that we were able to use in order yoga class open The Cupcakes, however, stood their to win,” he said. The Peaceful Warriors yoga ground and crumbled any hopes that And they honed those skills during class meets Tuesday from 5:30- We knew they Wiesbaden had, winning the champion- weekly practices. 6:30 p.m. in the Panzer Chapel ‘ were going to ship game 45-40. “Coach Kaz taught the kids the (upstairs). The class focuses on “I couldn’t be prouder of our young fundamentals … shooting, dribbling, relaxation techniques for Soldiers say ‘they’re cup- men for withstanding all Wiesbaden passing,” said Coach Davis. “We tried and their families. Bring a blanket cakes ... they’re had and not only playing with a lot of to teach all the facets of the game. We or yoga mat. Child care is provided. heart and effort, but also playing smart,” worked on crashing the boards, box- For more information, e-mail [email protected]. not that good’ Kaczmarek said. ing out, free throws and left-handed — until they Kingston Davis led the charge, scor- lay-ups.” Watch U.S. Forces ing 72 points and nabbing 34 rebounds For the coaches, that’s why they got Basketball champs looked up at the in the tournament. involved in the first place — to share their Come watch the U.S. Forces scoreboard. “I give credit to my team for helping experience and knowledge of the game. Basketball Championship March me out. I couldn’t have done it without The payoff is simple. “I get to see 24-27 at the Patch, Panzer and them,” Davis said. the kids enjoy the game and watch them Kingston Davis, 13 Kelley Fitness Centers. The team went into the tournament mature,” said Coach Kaczmarek. For more information, call player for the Cupcakes with some specific strategies, according A championship trophy, in this case, 430-4512/civ. 0711-680-4512. ’ to Davis: “ ... not to turn over the ball, is icing on the cupcake. Page 18 The Citizen, March 24, 2011

Photo by Monika Juergens Annual International Student Leader- ship Institute Photo by Jan Kuenning Patch High School students Ross Wilson, Drew Nixon, Eli Welton, Elizabeth Nantz, Danielle Dean and Nicole Zuccola attended the A solid or liquid? annual International Student Leadership Institute from Feb. 28 to Patch Elementry School fifth-grader Jake Worsham (left) and first- March 4 in Oberwesel, Germany. Drew, who was chosen as a regent grader Liam Williams experiment with Oobleck on Dr. Seuss’ birth- this year, will be returning to ISLI next year as a student leader. day in Mrs. Gershkoff’s first-grade class and Penilla-Williams’ fifth- grade class.

Photo by Michele Winter Dr. Seuss cupcakes Photo by by Jan Kuenning Patch Elementry School PTA president Erin Schroeder (behind left) Yoga Kids Club and parent member Jennifer Huggins (right) deliver Dr. Seuss cup- Patch Elementary School second-grader Jade Runkle demon- cakes March 2 to fourth-grader Lydia Benitez and other students. strates the downward-facing dog pose March 1 during the school’s Yoga Kids Club.

USAFE Clarinet Quartet Patch Elementry School first and second grade students, in- cluding the multi-age classes of Ms. Beckham, Ms. Suhr and Mr. Zappey, enjoy a special presen- tation by the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Clarinet Quartet March 10 from Ramstein, Germany. The group introduced their in- struments, answered questions and played several selections from famous composers. The children especially enjoyed their presentation of the “Three Billy Goats Gruff,” set in music with each character having a dif- ferent sound. Photo by Adriana Capocelli Shelley Take a look at whats going on in Stuttgart’s schools. Stuttgart’s in on going whats at look a Take The Citizen, March 24, 2011 Page 19

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