AFN Heidelberg Transitions to AFN Stuttgart Sgt

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AFN Heidelberg transitions to AFN Stuttgart Sgt. Sarah Goss By Carola Meusel conducts a call-in radio USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office interview with a United Service Organizations- fter serving the Mannheim, Heidelberg Stuttgart representative and Stuttgart military communities for about upcoming Aalmost 20 years from Hammonds Bar- events during AFN racks in Seckenheim, then Coleman Barracks in Heidelberg’s morning Mannheim, the American Forces Network Heidelberg show Aug. 16 . On Aug. station is scheduled to move to Robinson Barracks in 18, AFN Heidelberg Stuttgart next year. transitioned to AFN It could be considered a reunion. Stuttgart, and the From 1959 until 1993, AFN was headquartered station, currently at Robinson Barracks on the first floor of Building located on Coleman 151, now home to the RB Fitness Center, Library and Barracks in Mannheim, other Family and MWR facilities. is scheduled to move “AFN Heidelberg looks forward to coming ‘home’ to USAG Stuttgart’s to Stuttgart, as AFN Stuttgart becomes operational on Robinson Barracks Robinson Barracks in the coming year,” said Lt. Col. next summer. Sherri Reed, AFN Europe commander.

Lance Milsted See AFN transitions to Stuttgart on page 4

Ella Catchpole, 6, shakes hands with Brad Snyder, a Navy veteran and U.S. Paralympic Swimming Team More than 30 community members member during the C.A.R.E fair. The team will compete participate in a “flash mob” in front of in the 2012 London Paralympic Games. the Exchange during the C.A.R.E Fair. C.A.R.E. Fair offers facts, fun More than 60 local agencies and private organizations set up information tables inside the Exchange Shopping Mall during the USAG Stuttgart Community Activities, Registration and Education Fair Aug. 18. The annual fair offered newcomers the opportunity to learn about programs, services and organizations in one location. Photos by Mark J. Howell

Page 9 Page 10 InsIde FPU teaches mind AFRICOM Olympics: hIs over money seriously fun! T Thanks to Financial Peace University, AFRICOM community members didn’t Stuttgart military community members clown around when it came to the second edITIon have put away a total of $530,000 in sav- annual AFRICOM Olympics, designed to ings and reduced their debt by $1.3 million. build camaraderie and esprit de corps. Page 2 OpiniOn The Citizen, August 23, 2012 Commander’s Column Tough DUI laws mean long-term consequences

Commentary by Col. John P. Stack again, yet many in the community continue to vio- USAG Stuttgart commander late this very simple rule. Since October of last year, members of the ... Even though the It’s hard to think about Germany without Stuttgart military community have been charged German attitude conjuring up images of Oktoberfest or the hillside with 32 offenses related to drunken driving. vineyards along the Rhein or Moselle rivers. After The NATO Status of Forces Agreement requires toward drinking may all, this country is famous for its beer and wine. that all U.S. service members follow host nation Here in Stuttgart, two big laws. This means that we must follow the German seem to be more fests are about to start: the rules of the road. casual than in the Stuttgart wine village at the end It’s important to know that even though the Ger- of August, and the Cannstatter man attitude toward drinking may seem to be more U.S., driving drunk Volksfest at the end of Septem- casual than in the U.S., driving drunk in Germany in Germany carries ber. I encourage everyone to carries much stricter penalties than the States. get out and experience German The German police often set up checkpoints much stricter culture, and these fests are a during beer and wine festivals, and near known great way to do it. drinking establishments. penalties than But we must all be Col. Stack Service members and civilians who are stopped the States. responsible in how we consume alcohol. Don’t for driving under the influence of alcohol will face drink and drive. a number of possible consequences. Have a plan before you go out that ensures your Under German law, a driver with a blood alco- communicate expectations regarding on- and safe and uneventful return home every time. Recog- hol concentration of as little as .05 percent could be off-duty behavior that emphasizes the importance nize the reality that, as a drug, alcohol impairs your fined up to €500 and be assessed four traffic points. of appropriate consumption of alcohol and sound senses and decision-making abilities. It’s important Under Army in Europe Regulation 190-1, Driv- decision making at all times. Additionally, friends, to develop a plan — before you even take a sip. er and Vehicle Requirements and the Installation comrades and co-workers have an obligation to do We all know about the consequences of drink- Traffic Code for the U.S. Forces in Germany, this everything possible to prevent anyone they know ing and driving, and the importance of designated same driver will also have his U.S. Army Europe from driving while intoxicated. drivers. I realize you’ve heard it time and time driving privileges suspended for 90 days. Whatever you do, do not look the other way in Fines and suspensions increase with additional hope that everything will turn out well. There is too incidents. Further, junior service members in much at stake to take such a risk. particular should know that drivers under the age Education and awareness are vital to reducing he of 21 can lose their license if their BAC shows any our alcohol-related incidents, but more importantly, t Citizen alcohol use whatsoever. to developing a values-based lifestyle that can bring Service members who drink and drive also, of much more meaning and value to service members Col. John P. Stack U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander course, face action by their command. and their families. A command could respond by filing a general U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart has a Comprehen- Public Affairs Officer officer memorandum of reprimand in the service sive Fitness Program that is designed to positively Mark Howell member’s personnel file; imposing non-judicial [email protected] impact all facets of our lives, including the social, punishment, which can mean loss of rank and pay, family, spiritual, emotional, and physical dimen- Command Information Chief/Editor Culture Editor among other things; or by seeking a court martial. sions. I encourage everyone to contact Angela Susan Huseman Carola Meusel While a DUI is a very serious offense across the Hunter, the USAG Stuttgart Health Promotion [email protected] [email protected] board, in this day and age, as retention standards Officer, at [email protected], and Contact Information become stricter, a military career probably won’t check out both the Stuttgart garrison, and Family Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 survive one. With the unemployment rate as high Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 and MWR websites to see how our great programs Email: [email protected] as it is, the financial impact on families is poten- can lead to improved wellness and resiliency. Website: www.stuttgart.army.mil tially more severe than one might think. Recognition and incentives also play an impor- Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne Think about the other costs, such as stress to self U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 tant role in this process. Recently, USAG Stuttgart German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, and family, the loss of rank and your reputation, in- initiated an installation-wide Garrison Commander Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen creased insurance premiums and fines, as well as the and Command Sergeant Major Incentive Award

This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of permanent stain on your record. We have all worked that will be presented to all units that go a full the Department of Defense. Contents of The Citizen are not neces- too hard in service of our country to end our tours in quarter free of alcohol-related incidents. This award sarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or Europe as alcohol-related casualties. increases in category, from bronze, silver, gold and the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this publication is prepared, edited, provided and approved by the USAG Stuttgart Have a plan before you participate in these platinum, with each alcohol incident-free quarter. Public Affairs Office. Private organizations noted in this publication events. If you drive, do not drink; if you drink, do I encourage leaders and supervisors throughout are not part of Department of Defense. not drive. the Stuttgart military community to highlight this The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement of the Keep in mind the number of alternatives to and other programs that encourage sound decision products or services advertised by the U.S. Army. Everything drinking under the influence. Mass transportation, making and planning with the end state of eliminat- advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, taxis and designated drivers are all good alterna- ing these incidents. use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation tives to driving under the influence of alcohol. As USAG Stuttgart’s Garrison Commander, I or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a Additionally, an emerging trend within Germa- personally challenge unit commanders, military and violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser ny is the availability of great tasting non-alcoholic civilian leaders, directors and service members to is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The Citizen is a biweekly offset beer. If you must drive, non-alcoholic beer or other commit to no alcohol-related incidents during the press publication published by AdvantiPro GmbH. Circulation is non-alcoholic drinks may be your ticket to a safe upcoming wine and beer fests. Let’s work together 6,000 copies. For display advertising rates, call Sabine Vogl at civ. and uneventful return home. to make Stuttgart a model of excellence, ensuring 0631-3033-5537, or email [email protected]. For classified advertising rates, call Isabell Smith at civ. 0631-3033-5531, email Leaders and supervisors at all levels must the safety of all our community members. [email protected]. take proactive measures to reduce alcohol-related Remember, your safety, the safety of others — www.stuttgart.army.mil incidents within their organizations. This requires even the well-being of your family — depends on leaders to establish goals and guidelines that clearly your good judgment. The Citizen, August 23, 2012 news Page 3 Federal internship program taps News & Notes talents of students with disabilities Record your family holiday By Megan Clancy greetings Sept. 11-12 Special to The Citizen A Joint Hometown News Service team will be in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart next ollege and graduate students with vari- month to tape holiday greetings. ous disabilities gained both work and The team will be at the Exchange on Ctravel experience this summer, thanks to Panzer Kaserne Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 7 U.S. Army Europe’s participation in the Workforce p.m. and at the Patch Food Court Sept. 12 Recruitment Program. from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Several military installations in Germany benefit- Service members, civilian employees, ed from the talents of the 27 students who participated contractors and family members are eli- in the U.S. Department of Labor and Department of gible to participate. Military members must Defense co-managed program, undertaking special be in uniform. Greetings can be recorded in projects, assisting permanent staff with key projects English and Spanish. Most greetings will and sharing their specialized knowledge and techni- air from Thanksgiving Day through New cal skills. Year’s Day. “The WRP is a resource to connect public and For more information, contact the USAG private sectors world-wide with highly motivated Stuttgart Public Affairs Office at 431-3099/ post secondary students and recent graduates with dis- civ. 07031-15-3099. abilities,” said Stephen King, the director of Disability Programs at the Pentagon, in a written response. Request free SAT/ACT test King said the program started in 1975 with a preparation program group of students in a Navy laboratory, grew within eKnowledge, a provider of interactive the Navy, and eventually expanded throughout the learning products and services, is continuing Defense Department. its military donation program by offering its Since the program’s government-wide expansion SAT/ACT test preparation program to mili- in 1995, more than 6,000 students and recent gradu- tary families. ates have received temporary and permanent employ- The program comes in a single DVD ment opportunities through the program, according and include more than 11 hours of video to the WRP website. Susan Huseman instruction, 3,000 files of supplemental test This is vital, because employment rate among Justine Fulls, a computer engineering major at prep material, sample questions and practice people with disabilities is still higher compared to California State University Long Beach, and a tests. Students select the training they need people without disabilities. Workforce Recruitment Program intern assigned to and study at their own pace. For example, as of July, 13.6 percent of people U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, and Khatari Davis, For more information or to order a copy with disabilities were unemployed, while 8.4 percent an IT specialist for 52nd Signal Battalion, perform of the program, visit www.eknowledge.com/ of people without disabilities were unemployed, ac- maintenance on a computer Aug. 17. militaryhomefront. cording to Bureau of Labor statistics. berg in Heidelberg for his second internship. Alumni wanted for college fair “Hiring people with disabilities contributes to Last summer was Greer’s first year as a WRP The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart School military readiness. People with disabilities face student, and the first year that he learned how to live Liaison Office is seeking college alumni to unique challenges; we need that type of problem- independently with his visual and hearing issues. support its third annual college fair sched- solving ability and skill in the workplace,” King said. “I had no idea what living and working conditions uled for Oct. 9 on Patch Barracks. U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart participated in the in Germany would be like,” Greer said. Represent your alma mater and let college- program for the first time this year, with five students “WRP has been a good learning experience in bound high school students know what your who assisted permanent staffers in the EEO, Informa- the working environment. I have demonstrated to school can offer them. tion Technology, Public Affairs, Housing and Human employers the ability of individuals with low vision For more information and specific Resources offices. Two students were also placed in to work in the normal working environment. It will requirements, contact Wayne “Joe” Holder the U.S. Africa Command EEO office. certainly be an asset in any of my future endeavors. at [email protected] or Brian While 2,200 students across the nation applied Hopefully, this will help future employees with dis- Pappas at [email protected] or for the program, only 546 were hired, according to abilities,” Greer said. call 430-7465/civ. 0711-680-7465. USAREUR EEO Manager Rafael Reyes, who has Which is the point of the WRP: to show employers Volunteers needed at Pfennig served as the WRP coordinator since 2004. that people with disabilities are employable and have The 27 WRP students who chose to work in strengths that they can bring to the table, according Bazaar sorting rooms Europe were responsible for all living and travel to King, the director of the Pentagon’s Disability The 44th Pfennig Bazaar, hosted by costs, which can be a huge burden, according to Dr. Programs. the German American Women’s Club, will Ronnie Holmes, the USAG Stuttgart EEO manager People with disabilities often face discrimination be held Oct. 12-13. This large-scale flea and WRP liaison. when they apply for jobs because employers may market raises money for organizations and “Most students prefer to stay in the States or not be educated about the implications of hiring ap- individual scholarships for the Stuttgart their local commuting area to avoid such expenses,” plicants from this pool. military community, as well as local German he added. “Over the last 35 years, employers have become beneficiaries. Last year, the GAWC raised While daunting at first, many recruits find travel- more open-minded about hiring individuals with dis- approximately €100,000. ing to Europe for work experience is well worth it. abilities,” King said. The GAWC has accepted gently used “Initially, it was a gamble,” said Jeff Greer, donations all year, and seeks volunteers to 62, who left his wife at home in the States for the For more information about the Workforce Re- help with sorting the items at their Kelley opportunity. “The cost of round-trip air travel was cruitment Program, visit www.wrp.gov. and Patch Barracks sorting rooms. considerable.” Editor’s Note: Megan Clancy, a graduate student For directions and hours, send an email Greer, who is pursuing a doctor of education studying journalism at California State University to [email protected] with the degree in vision rehabilitation therapy at Texas Tech Northridge, is a participant in the Workforce Re- subject line “sorting room.” University, is working for USAG Baden-Württem- cruitment Program. Stefano Esposito, and his employee Artemitschuk, Jessilyn

Page 4 Features The Citizen, August 23, 2012

Garrison welcomes new command sergeant major

USAG Stuttgart incoming command sergeant major, Command Sgt. Maj. Bernard P. Smalls (foreground), receives the noncommissioned officers’ sword from USAG Stuttgart Commander Col. John P. Stack during a change of responsibility ceremony in the Patch Community Club Aug. 17. The sword represents the passing of responsibility from the outgoing interim garrison command sergeant major, Command Sgt. Maj. Luis F. Bispo (center), who will join Special Operations Command Africa’s military information support team as the operations sergeant major. Also participating in the ceremony was 1st Sgt. Travis Futch (far left).

Martin Greeson AFN transitions to Stuttgart ...... Continued from page 1 Construction laborers work on an exterior “There are so many opportunities to provide both wall of Building 209, U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command the future home of with all that AFN has to offer. We are excited to renew AFN Stuttgart, on old friendships with the Stuttgart community, both Robinson Barracks. German and American.” The building is The move is already underway. According to undergoing a Lance Milsted, the station’s operations manager, complete renovation the AFN staff is preparing to establish a temporary to accommodate AFN news bureau in the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Stuttgart’s move from headquarters building on Panzer Kaserne between Mannheim to Stuttgart now and October. next year. A temporary During the garrison’s Community Activities, studio on Panzer Registration and Education Fair held Aug. 18, the Kaserne will be used transformation was officially announced: AFN Hei- to produce radio and delberg now is called AFN Stuttgart. television stories, while The first staff member, Sgt. Daniel Maffett, moved all radio operations and into the temporary studio on Aug. 13. newscasts will continue The current plan calls for four people to come to out of Coleman Panzer Kaserne: two broadcasters, one combat docu- Barracks until the team mentation and production specialist and one engineer. settles in on RB. The entire AFN Stuttgart team, some 16 personnel,

is scheduled to move to Building 209 on Robinson Carola Meusel Barracks next year. The 12,000 square foot facility, a former bachelor officers’ quarters, is undergoing a gional News Center at AFN Europe headquarters on for more television spots and live radio remote broad- complete renovation and will feature studios outfitted Coleman Barracks, according to Milsted. casts, according to Milsted. with state-of-the-art equipment. The Stuttgart military community will certainly “We also encourage people to connect with us The AFN staff will use the temporary studio on benefit from AFN’s transition. and share ideas on programs they would like to see Panzer Kaserne to produce radio and television sto- “We’re all yours, Stuttgart! You have us to your- or developed,” Milsted said. ries, while all radio operations, such as the morning selves; you don’t have to share us with anybody else,” He also stressed that AFN constantly strives to do and afternoon shows, and newscasts, will continue Milsted said. a better job in meeting the needs of the community. He out of Coleman Barracks until the team settles in on He added that it had been a challenge to simultane- recommended those interested in getting their events Robinson Barracks, according to Milsted. ously serve the Mannheim, Heidelberg and Stuttgart publicized or covered via radio or television to get in For the last 18 months, AFN Heidelberg’s focus communities. While Mannheim and Heidelberg are touch with AFN ahead of time, ideally 30 days out, has been to keep Mannheim and Heidelberg commu- geographically closer, covering an event in Stuttgart re- to allow for adequate planning. nity members abreast on how the installation closures quired a full-day mission, especially when considering “People need to know how to utilize us so that we would impact them. travel time. As a result, coverage was more selective. can serve them best,” Milsted said. “It was our priority to make sure that people con- “What people will start to see is focused on the “We have to work through the transition, but we’re tinue to know where they can go to get medical and Stuttgart community, period,” Milsted said. all excited about the opportunity to only focus on one dental treatment, and programs for their children,” There will be more opportunities to tell Stuttgart community,” he added. “We get to know the people, Milsted said. stories and get information out, to include Family and the people get to know us and we’ll understand the Those responsibilities have now been transferred Morale, Welfare and Recreation, and United Service heartbeat of the community much better because to AFN Wiesbaden, AFN Kaiserslautern and the Re- Organizations-sponsored events. The plan also calls we’re in it every day.” Stefano Esposito, and his employee Artemitschuk, Jessilyn

Page 4 Features The Citizen, August 23, 2012 The Citizen, August 23, 2012 COmmunity annOunCements Page 5 Schools announce open houses, orientations Böblingen Elementary/Middle Preserving Garrison welcomes School will host a new student orientation on Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. for new command all fifth-graders who are entering the past the sixth grade, and for new, incoming middle school students. Hartmut Ulmer, a painter with sergeant major The school will also host an USAG Stuttgart Directorate of open house on Aug. 24. Open Public Works, applies a fresh USAG Stuttgart incoming command sergeant major, house for middle school students coat of paint on the VII Corps Command Sgt. Maj. Bernard P. Smalls (foreground), and their parents will be from 4-6 insignia on Kelley Barracks receives the noncommissioned officers’ sword from Aug. 8. Kelley Barracks, p.m. and from 5-7 p.m. for elemen- USAG Stuttgart Commander Col. John P. Stack during named after World War II Medal tary school students and parents. a change of responsibility ceremony in the Patch of Honor recipient Staff Sgt. For more information, call 431- Community Club Aug. 17. The sword represents the Jonah E. Kelley, was home to 2715/civ. 07031-15-2715. passing of responsibility from the outgoing interim VII Corps headquarters from Patch Elementary School will garrison command sergeant major, Command Sgt. Maj. 1951 to 1992, when the unit host a back to school open house Luis F. Bispo (center), who will join Special Operations deactivated. on Sept. 6 at 5:30 p.m. Teachers, Command Africa’s military information support team administrators, PTA and school Susan Huseman as the operations sergeant major. Also participating in advisory committee representatives the ceremony was 1st Sgt. Travis Futch (far left). will be in attendance. 5620 or email brenda.coffield@ vances, foreign transfer allowance, For immediate health care Martin Greeson For more information, call 430- 5200/civ. 0711-680-5200. militarychild.org. temporary quarters subsistence al- needs, call the Nurse Advice Line at Robinson Barracks Elementa- lowance, living quarters allowance, civ. 00800-4759-2330. Contact the Join SCSC Sept. 18 Military Police in case of a medical ry/Middle School will hold an open The Stuttgart Community utility tax avoidance program and emergency. house Aug. 24. A middle school open Spouses’ Club will host a welcome post allowance. AFN transitions to Stuttgart ...... forum is scheduled to start at 1:30 event for all ID cardholders with To register, send an email to Learn German landlord p.m., followed by sixth-, seventh- and free appetizers, door prizes and a usarmy.stuttgart.hqda-cpac.mbx. and tenant laws Continued from page 1 Construction laborers raffle, on Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. in the [email protected]. eighth-grade parent meetings. Attorneys from the Stuttgart Law work on an exterior Swabian Special Events Center on “There are so many opportunities to provide both An elementary grade open forum Vehicle Reg closures Center will discuss German landlord wall of Building 209, Patch Barracks. Participants are will be held from 2-3 p.m. The U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- and tenant law and some of the com- U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command the future home of invited to attend and learn about For more information, call 420- gart Vehicle Registration Office will mon legal problems that have been with all that AFN has to offer. We are excited to renew AFN Stuttgart, on SCSC and its activities for the 7112/civ. 0711-819-7112. close at noon Aug. 31 to conduct its faced by Stuttgart military commu- old friendships with the Stuttgart community, both Robinson Barracks. coming year. Patch High School will hold monthly inventory. Vehicle Registra- nity members, during in-processing German and American.” The building is For more information, email The move is already underway. According to a student orientation on Aug. 23 tion is also scheduled to close on briefings scheduled for Aug. 23 and undergoing a [email protected] or Sept. 3 for Labor Day and on Sept. 7 Lance Milsted, the station’s operations manager, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for students 30, and Sept. 13 and 27 at 10 a.m. complete renovation visit www.stuttgartspousesclub.org. to allow its local national workforce the AFN staff is preparing to establish a temporary who relocated over the summer. at the Central Processing Facility, to accommodate AFN to attend an annual outing. news bureau in the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart The high school will also host CPAC to offer benefits Building 2913, Panzer Kaserne. Stuttgart’s move from For more information, call headquarters building on Panzer Kaserne between an open house on Sept. 12 from refresher training For more information, contact Mannheim to Stuttgart 431-2833/07031-15-2833 or visit now and October. 5-7 p.m. to allow students and par- The Stuttgart Civilian Person- the Central Processing Facility at next year. A temporary www.stuttgart.army.mil and click During the garrison’s Community Activities, ents to become familiar with facili- nel Advisory Center will hold a 431-2599/07031-15-2599 or the studio on Panzer on “Directorates” then “Emergency ties and to help establish informal benefits refresher training session Legal Assistance Office at 421- Registration and Education Fair held Aug. 18, the Kaserne will be used Services.” communication channels between on Aug. 29 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. in 4152/0711-729-4152. transformation was officially announced: AFN Hei- to produce radio and teachers, students and parents. the Directorate of Logistics Confer- Clinics to close Aug. 24 delberg now is called AFN Stuttgart. television stories, while For more information, call 430- ence Room, Building 2953, Panzer The Stuttgart Army Health Clin- Send community-wide an- The first staff member, Sgt. Daniel Maffett, moved all radio operations and into the temporary studio on Aug. 13. 7191/0711-680-7191. Kaserne. ic and Dental Clinic will be closed nouncements to stuttgartmedia@ newscasts will continue The training will cover pay ad- Aug. 24 for an organizational day. eur.army.mil. The current plan calls for four people to come to out of Coleman Half day for DoDDS-E Panzer Kaserne: two broadcasters, one combat docu- Barracks until the team students on Sept. 6 mentation and production specialist and one engineer. settles in on RB. Sept. 6 is an administrative The entire AFN Stuttgart team, some 16 personnel, half day for all Stuttgart DoDDS- is scheduled to move to Building 209 on Robinson Carola Meusel Europe students. Students will be Wasps, bees, hornets: protected by law Barracks next year. The 12,000 square foot facility, released at 10:50 a.m. a former bachelor officers’ quarters, is undergoing a gional News Center at AFN Europe headquarters on for more television spots and live radio remote broad- ll kind of creatures are protected by Germany’s Nature Protection complete renovation and will feature studios outfitted Coleman Barracks, according to Milsted. casts, according to Milsted. MCEC training ALaw, even wasps, bees and hornets. Killing these insects without with state-of-the-art equipment. The Stuttgart military community will certainly “We also encourage people to connect with us The Military Child Education reason is prohibited. The AFN staff will use the temporary studio on benefit from AFN’s transition. and share ideas on programs they would like to see Coalition will hold a professional To help prevent conflicts: Panzer Kaserne to produce radio and television sto- “We’re all yours, Stuttgart! You have us to your- or developed,” Milsted said. development training for school • Don’t attack the bees, wasps or hornets. Avoid quick movements. ries, while all radio operations, such as the morning selves; you don’t have to share us with anybody else,” He also stressed that AFN constantly strives to do counselors, educators and other • Don’t destroy the nest. If located on a U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart and afternoon shows, and newscasts, will continue Milsted said. a better job in meeting the needs of the community. He personnel who work with students, installation, contact the Directorate of Public Works Environmental out of Coleman Barracks until the team settles in on He added that it had been a challenge to simultane- recommended those interested in getting their events Oct. 1-4 at the Swabian Special Division at 421-6130/civ. 0711-7228-6130, or the Fire Department. Robinson Barracks, according to Milsted. ously serve the Mannheim, Heidelberg and Stuttgart publicized or covered via radio or television to get in Events Center on Patch Barracks. • Be careful when gardening or playing outside. Perspiration at- For the last 18 months, AFN Heidelberg’s focus communities. While Mannheim and Heidelberg are touch with AFN ahead of time, ideally 30 days out, The training is free, but enrollment tracts bees and wasps. has been to keep Mannheim and Heidelberg commu- geographically closer, covering an event in Stuttgart re- to allow for adequate planning. is limited. • Keep dumpsters closed and clean. If this is not possible, close nity members abreast on how the installation closures quired a full-day mission, especially when considering “People need to know how to utilize us so that we A Transition Counselor I session the garbage bags tightly. would impact them. travel time. As a result, coverage was more selective. can serve them best,” Milsted said. will be held Oct 1-2, followed by • Be careful when eating outdoors. Avoid open food/sweets, and “It was our priority to make sure that people con- “What people will start to see is focused on the “We have to work through the transition, but we’re part II on Oct. 3-4. cover leftover food and drinks. tinue to know where they can go to get medical and Stuttgart community, period,” Milsted said. all excited about the opportunity to only focus on one For more course information • Attract and distract bees or wasps with other food by placing a dental treatment, and programs for their children,” There will be more opportunities to tell Stuttgart community,” he added. “We get to know the people, about these sessions, go to www. glass filled with apple juice a safe distance away from you. • Try this preventive measure: Wasps don’t like strong smells. Use Milsted said. stories and get information out, to include Family and the people get to know us and we’ll understand the militarychild.org/professionals/pro- USAG Stuttgart Directorate of Public lemon slices with cloves or burn coffee powder. Those responsibilities have now been transferred Morale, Welfare and Recreation, and United Service heartbeat of the community much better because grams or contact the Europe MCEC Works Environmental Division to AFN Wiesbaden, AFN Kaiserslautern and the Re- Organizations-sponsored events. The plan also calls we’re in it every day.” Project Manager at 0176-2486- Page 6 SchoolS The Citizen, August 23, 2012 DODEA to adopt Common Core State Standards for our highly mobile students because consistent School Talk Department of Defense Education Activity standards will enable DODEA students to more ef- Communications Office Anti-bullying policy signed fectively stay on track even when their families are In April 2012, an anti-bullying policy was he Department of Defense Education Ac- moving between the States or overseas.” signed by the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart tivity is adopting the Common Core State The adoption of the CCSS will not mean that commander; Child, Youth and School Services TStandards into its curriculum, instruction, DODEA is moving toward a single national curriculum. However, the adoption and implementation personnel; and all Stuttgart Department of De- and assessment programs. of the CCSS standards will allow DODEA to use a fense Dependents Schools Europe principals. The CCSS initiative began more than two years diverse array of rich curriculum resources that will The USAG Stuttgart School Liaison Of- ago as a collaboration between state governors and help formulate a curriculum that will meet the needs fice will spearhead a bully prevention task education leaders to introduce consistency in educa- of its students. DODEA will ensure its curriculum and group to inform, educate and develop strate- tion systems across the nation. This initiative has professional development are aligned with the CCSS. gies to reduce bullying. garnered the support of 46 states, two territories, and DODEA expects to implement the CCSS gradu- Garrison and school officials have adopted the District of Columbia to date. All participants in the ally over the next several years with the ultimate the following definition for bullying: CCSS initiative are working together to implement high quality standards in English Language Arts, goal of providing a smooth transition from its current Bullying is a mean and one-sided activ- Mathematics, and Science for kindergarten through curriculum standards and the process will involve all ity intended to harm where those doing the 12th grade. These curriculum standards are research members of the DODEA educational community. bullying get pleasure from a targeted child’s based, rigorous, relevant to the real world, and reflect Both English Language Arts and Mathematics stan- pain and/or misery. Bullying can be verbal, the knowledge and skills America’s students need for dards come with assessments not yet fully developed, physical, and/or relational; have as its overlay success in college and careers. and as soon as they are available, DODEA will imple- race, ethnicity, religion, gender (including Currently, CCSS are finalized in the English Lan- ment those assessments. sexual orientation), physical, or mental abil- guage Arts and Mathematics content areas. DODEA “We will move swiftly to adopt and implement the ity; includes all forms of hazing and cyber will begin work on adopting the standards in these CCSS, keeping pace with our counterparts,” said Ms. bullying. It can be and often is continuous and two areas and will continue to adopt the CCSS in Fitzgerald. “However, we will make the transition in repeated over time, however, once is enough Science as they are approved and become available. thoughtful, measured steps to ensure we do our best to constitute bullying. Adopting the CCSS will benefit DoDEA’s highly wisely integrate changes in curriculum, instruction, Middle school students need mobile student population which moves frequently and assessment into our existing framework. Our between public schools and DODEA schools. teachers, administrators, parents, and military com- passes for duty buses “The Common Core State Standards give momen- manders will play key roles in this process, and we Bus passes are available for middle school tum and credence to the promise of public education will be seeking their advice, input, and expertise along students to ride the duty bus to participate in in America to provide the best and expect the best of the way,” she added. structured after-school CYS Services activi- all students everywhere,” said Marilee Fitzgerald, ties, Scouting programs, etc. DODEA director. “DODEA’s adoption of the Com- For more information about the Common Core The duty bus form must be signed by a mon Core State Standards marks a defining point State Standards, visit www.corestandards.org. parent acknowledging their student will be riding an unsupervised bus and that a duty bus pass does not prevent bad behavior. If a student is disruptive on the duty bus Back to school: Use caution when driving and will not abide by the rules, adults on the • Students return to school on Aug. 27. The morning commute period is bus are encouraged to call the Military Police 7:15-8:30 a.m. and the dismissal period is 2:30-2:45 p.m. desk. MPs will meet the bus, the student will be removed, and a parent will be called. • Drivers should exercise extra caution when school begins, especially during The only way garrison officials can reduce the morning commute and afternoon dismissal periods. inappropriate behavior on the duty bus is for parents to be proactive with their students, • All drivers must obey the posted speed limits. and for adults to report unacceptable behavior. Duty bus forms may be picked up at Bö- • Be aware that children, especially those 12 years old and younger, are not blingen and Robinson Barracks elementary/ always aware of their surroundings and assume that drivers will stop for them. middle schools and the School Liaison Office in Room 210, Building 2347, Patch Barracks. • Children may dart into the road without first looking for traffic.

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However, the adoption and implementation Col. John P. Stack (center) personnel; and all Stuttgart Department of De- and assessment programs. • Family members and retirees of the CCSS standards will allow DODEA to use a and Command Sgt. Major fense Dependents Schools Europe principals. The CCSS initiative began more than two years enrolled in Tricare Plus may be diverse array of rich curriculum resources that will Luis Bispo (left), the garrison The USAG Stuttgart School Liaison Of- ago as a collaboration between state governors and seen at Patch health clinic. help formulate a curriculum that will meet the needs command sergeant major, fice will spearhead a bully prevention task education leaders to introduce consistency in educa- • Retirees, their family mem- of its students. DODEA will ensure its curriculum and make lunch selections Aug. group to inform, educate and develop strate- tion systems across the nation. This initiative has bers and survivors not enrolled in professional development are aligned with the CCSS. 14 at the German Kantine on gies to reduce bullying. garnered the support of 46 states, two territories, and Tricare Plus may receive care at DODEA expects to implement the CCSS gradu- Patch Barracks. The Kantine, Garrison and school officials have adopted the District of Columbia to date. All participants in the the Patch health clinic on a space- ally over the next several years with the ultimate housed in the former Patch the following definition for bullying: CCSS initiative are working together to implement available basis. high quality standards in English Language Arts, goal of providing a smooth transition from its current Dining Facility location, is Bullying is a mean and one-sided activ- • Civilian employees and contrac- Mathematics, and Science for kindergarten through curriculum standards and the process will involve all open from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. tors may be seen at the Patch health ity intended to harm where those doing the 12th grade. These curriculum standards are research members of the DODEA educational community. clinic on a space-available basis. bullying get pleasure from a targeted child’s Susan Huseman based, rigorous, relevant to the real world, and reflect Both English Language Arts and Mathematics stan- For more information, call 430- pain and/or misery. Bullying can be verbal, the knowledge and skills America’s students need for dards come with assessments not yet fully developed, 8618/civ. 0711-680-8618. physical, and/or relational; have as its overlay success in college and careers. and as soon as they are available, DODEA will imple- race, ethnicity, religion, gender (including ment those assessments. Due to PCS soon? Currently, CCSS are finalized in the English Lan- the Swabian Special Events Center If you are relocating within the sexual orientation), physical, or mental abil- “We will move swiftly to adopt and implement the Holiday schedule on Be in the know: go to the guage Arts and Mathematics content areas. DODEA from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. next three or four months, it’s time ity; includes all forms of hazing and cyber CCSS, keeping pace with our counterparts,” said Ms. will begin work on adopting the standards in these Sept. 3 for Labor Day installation staff meeting to begin preparing for the move. bullying. It can be and often is continuous and To find out about upcoming Changes at Kelley two areas and will continue to adopt the CCSS in Fitzgerald. “However, we will make the transition in Many organizations and facili- Permanent change of station/ repeated over time, however, once is enough community events, construction Science as they are approved and become available. thoughtful, measured steps to ensure we do our best ties in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart health clinic announced pre-separation briefings will be to constitute bullying. projects and other items that may Adopting the CCSS will benefit DoDEA’s highly wisely integrate changes in curriculum, instruction, will be closed Sept. 3 in observance The Kelley Annex health clinic held Sept. 19, Oct. 17 and Nov. affect those living in the Stuttgart Middle school students need mobile student population which moves frequently and assessment into our existing framework. Our of the Labor Day federal holiday. will undergo a safety and quality 14 at 1 p.m. in Building 2913 on military community, attend the between public schools and DODEA schools. teachers, administrators, parents, and military com- The Stuttgart Army Health Clin- assessment over the next several Panzer Kaserne. passes for duty buses next U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart “The Common Core State Standards give momen- manders will play key roles in this process, and we ic and Dental Clinic will be closed weeks. Army personnel will also re- Bus passes are available for middle school Installation Staff Meeting to be held tum and credence to the promise of public education will be seeking their advice, input, and expertise along Aug. 31 for a training holiday and Pending the completion of ceive a briefing on finance issues. students to ride the duty bus to participate in Sept. 5 from 9-10:30 a.m. in the in America to provide the best and expect the best of the way,” she added. on Sept. 3. the assessment, the Kelley An- All separating Army personnel structured after-school CYS Services activi- Swabian Special Events Center on all students everywhere,” said Marilee Fitzgerald, For immediate health care nex Clinic will limit its services to must attend this briefing to receive ties, Scouting programs, etc. Patch Barracks. DODEA director. “DODEA’s adoption of the Com- For more information about the Common Core needs, call the Nurse Advice Line at active duty service members and The duty bus form must be signed by a pre-separation information. mon Core State Standards marks a defining point State Standards, visit www.corestandards.org. civ. 00800-4759-2330. Contact the Meet with Exchange/ U.S. Africa Command personnel. parent acknowledging their student will be Advance registration is required. Military Police in case of a medical riding an unsupervised bus and that a duty bus DeCA managers Sept. 5 Contractors, retirees and civilians For more information and to sign-up, emergency. pass does not prevent bad behavior. Exchange and Defense Com- will be seen for direct, mission- call 431-2599/civ. 07031-15-2599. If a student is disruptive on the duty bus Back to school: Use caution when driving Because specific listings are too missary Agency officials encourage related care. and will not abide by the rules, adults on the numerous to detail here, patrons are customers to provide feedback dur- The Kelley Annex will be open Send community-wide an- • Students return to school on Aug. 27. The morning commute period is advised to call ahead before visiting ing an Exchange and DeCA quar- on Monday and Thursday only, nouncements to stuttgartmedia@ bus are encouraged to call the Military Police 7:15-8:30 a.m. and the dismissal period is 2:30-2:45 p.m. desk. MPs will meet the bus, the student will any facility. terly council meeting on Sept. 5 in from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. If a holi- eur.army.mil. be removed, and a parent will be called. • Drivers should exercise extra caution when school begins, especially during The only way garrison officials can reduce the morning commute and afternoon dismissal periods. inappropriate behavior on the duty bus is for parents to be proactive with their students, • All drivers must obey the posted speed limits. and for adults to report unacceptable behavior. Duty bus forms may be picked up at Bö- • Be aware that children, especially those 12 years old and younger, are not blingen and Robinson Barracks elementary/ always aware of their surroundings and assume that drivers will stop for them. middle schools and the School Liaison Office in Room 210, Building 2347, Patch Barracks. • Children may dart into the road without first looking for traffic.

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By Megan Clancy to every dollar,” Williams said. Special to The Citizen FPU has taught them to be wise with their money. oney may not grow on “Where most people will just trees — but it is pos- charge to their credit cards, we’re sible to cultivate financial M choosing to pay cash, so that later in wellness and weed out debt, thanks to Financial Peace University. life, we won’t have outstanding debt,” FPU is a 13-week video money man- Emma Williams said. agement course taught by best-selling Now that they are free of credit author and financial guru Dave Ramsey. card debt, the couple has their sights on The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart paying off their home mortgage early. Religious Support Office has sponsored “That’s our biggest goal. We haven’t FPU for the community since 2009. met it, but we’re well on our way,” Since then, local FPU students have Emma Williams said. put away approximately $530,000 in A typical FPU class session begins savings and reduced their debt by an with a video lesson, followed by a fa- estimated $1.3 million, according to cilitator-led discussion about the lesson. Gary Kaczmarek, who facilitates the Discussions can vary from how to course along with Sherry Hugan and protect against identity theft, planning several other dedicated volunteers who for retirement, saving for college, in- have graduated from FPU. vesting and giving. “The FPU class not only allows you The classes have grown in popular- to help yourself, but it also teaches you ity over time, almost doubling in size. to help others. We see people win with With limited seating, accommodating money, we see them have more peace, all students can be a challenge, but ac- and we see them help other people. cording to Kaczmarek, “We try not to That’s powerful,” he said. send anyone away.” The RSO offers FPU four times a www.photos.com year, free of charge. “In the States, you could expect to It is estimated that Financial Peace University students in the Stuttgart military The next Financial Peace Univer- pay $150 to $200 for the class, while community have saved $530,000 and paid off over $1.3 million of debt. sity course will begin Sept. 11. The we can offer the class here for free. class will be held Tuesday from 6:30- “I believe in it. I see what it did in He said he plans to finance his edu- 8:30 p.m. A Foundations in Personal It’s a great benefit for the military my life, and I see what it does for other cation — with tools he learned in FPU. and civilians in the community,” Finance class for teens will also be people,” he said. Others take the class to learn how Kaczmarek said. offered from 6-8 p.m. “The family, the military and our to better manage their money. The joint training specialist for U.S. Both classes will meet in the Reli- Africa Command signed up for FPU in nation will be stronger when we handle Adam Williams, a senior airman, gious Education Center, Building 2332, 2009 because he wanted to learn how our money wisely,” he added. and his wife, Emma, said they enrolled Patch Barracks. to save more money, spend wisely and FPU students are from all walks of in FPU to “change our family tree” for While the courses are free, dona- give more. life, of varying ages, with different goals. the better. tions to the RSO are accepted. He enjoyed the class so much that Frederick “Fritz” Volkommer in- They have managed to pay off For more information, visit FPU he decided to become a facilitator in tends to go back to school in the fall $20,000 in debt and now volunteer as Stuttgart on Facebook. To register for order to teach others to help themselves to attend Colby-Sawyer College in facilitators. the class, send an email to FPUStutt- financially. London, N.H. “The FPU class helps us put a name [email protected].

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Members of U.S. Africa Command warm-up before the start of the second annual AFRICOM Olympics on Aug. 10. Events included track, flag football, basketball, kickball, dodgeball,

Danielle Skinner water balloon Children joust during the second annual AFRICOM toss, and a Olympics held Aug. 10 on Kelley Barracks. The chili cook-off, Olympics were designed to build camaraderie within among many the command and to thank AFRICOM members and others.

their families. Danielle Skinner Friendly competition builds esprit de corps, resilience By Jamie Pomerhn mander for military operations, fired a starter pistol to favorite part of the event. U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs Office start the 400-meter relay, the games were underway. “Watching the young people go along with their Other events followed, including an intense fathers and mothers was way cool. Being military s the London Olympics were winding dodgeball contest, a pingpong competition and flag families, we don’t get as many opportunities to do down, U.S. Africa Command staff mem- football games. that as much as other folks do. It’s really important Abers and their families gathered to kick off One of the most popular non-athletic events was for the young people to do things with their families. the second annual AFRICOM Olympics, held Aug. the chili cook-off, coordinated by Sgt. 1st Class Amy They’ll remember this for a long time,” he said. 10 on Kelley Barracks. Bauer, noncommissioned officer in charge of the Members of the J6/7/9 (Systems/Joint Train- Participants could choose from 22 varied events, commander’s open mess. ing and Exercises/Outreach) Directorates ensured to include a 400-meter relay, basketball tournament, Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. O.G. Mannon, Com- everyone received a hot meal, as they grilled 900 egg run and chili cook-off. mander of Special Operations Command Africa Rear hamburgers and 600 hot dogs. While the games were designed to build cama- Admiral Brian Losey, Lt. Col. George Mims, and The overall winners were announced during the raderie within the command, Gen. Carter F. Ham, J1/8 (Resources) Director Robert Maxwell judged closing ceremonies. the AFRICOM commander, also wanted the event the 12 entries. The J3/4 Directorates, the reigning champions, to thank AFRICOM members and their families, After much consideration, Melissa Kreitzer from successfully defended their title, placing first with 49 according to Chief Master Sgt. Jack Johnson Jr., the the J3 (Operations and Cyber) Directorate won first points. U.S. Marine Forces Africa, took second, only AFRICOM senior enlisted leader. place, with Kevin Levija from the headquarters staff a half a point behind, and the J5 Directorate (Strategy, They also served to strengthen resilience in the taking second, and Jane Rathbun from the J1/8 Di- Plans, and Programs) placed third with 35 points. AFRICOM community. rectorate placing third. A three-way tie for the spirit award sparked an “One of the most important things that makes us Meanwhile, the youngest competitors tossed water impromptu dance-off by the J5 Directorate, the com- effective — whether it’s civilians or whether military balloons, raced while hula-hooping, and battled for the mand group, and the J1/8 Directorates. Command — is our Total Force Fitness, and that encompasses final spot in musical chairs. Other children enjoyed a leaders unanimously ruled J1/8 as the winners. mental, social, emotional, environmental, spiritual bounce house and having their faces painted, while In his closing remarks, Leidig said it best: “Thanks [domains] ... and this great event really answers that listening to music played by American Forces Network for all of the hard work you do every single day at call,” Johnson added. disc jockeys, who broadcast live from the event. AFRICOM. It’s an amazing place to be, and I’m proud When Vice Adm. Joe Leidig, deputy to the com- For Mannon, having children participate was his to be part of this team.”

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By Carola Meusel Zum Wohl! Regional USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office wines Spätburgunder Weissherbst and his year’s annual “Stuttgarter Weindorf,” or Riesling are poured wine village, will run from Aug. 29 through at a booth during the Sept. 9 in downtown Stuttgart. The fest T Stuttgarter Weindorf, opens daily at 11 a.m. and runs until 11 p.m. Sunday held each year in through Wednesday, and until midnight Thursday downtown Stuttgart. through Saturday. This year’s wine village The Weindorf focuses on celebrating Baden- will be held Aug. 29 Württemberg’s 1,000-year-old wine tradition. Visitors can sample over 500 wines from the Württemberg and to Sept. 9. Visitors Baden regions during the 12 days of the fest. Tradi- can enjoy more than tional Swabian meals, such as “Maultaschen” (meat 500 wines from the and vegetable-stuffed noodles), “Zwiebelrostbraten” Württemberg and (roast beef with sautéed onions) and “Bubaspitzle” Baden regions and (potato noodles mainly served with sour cabbage), are indulge in traditional served in some 120 lavishly decorated wine booths. Swabian food. “The Weindorf can be considered one of the high- Photo courtesy of ProStuttgart lights in Stuttgart during the summer event cycle,” said Werner Koch, the Pro Stuttgart Verkehrsverein for cultivating fine wines, ranging from Trollinger red oldest Protestant church and the only monument dat- chairman. to white Riesling to rose Schiller wines. According to ing back to the Staufen era, making it the city’s most “Visitors to the Weindorf can enjoy ‘schwäbische legend, there was more wine available than water during significant landmark. Gemütlichkeit’ (Swabian way of life) and a cozy atmo- the 14th century in Stuttgart, which resulted in Swabia Another landmark in the square is the “Fruchtkas- sphere all throughout the fest,” Koch added. adopting wine as the national drink. ten” building. During the Middle Ages, the building The Weindorf not only attracts locals, but visitors The Weindorf spans from the Marktplatz square, was a storage hall for grain and also housed a wine from all over the world, according to Koch. to Kirchstrasse and the Schillerplatz square. Here, the press. Today, the State Museum Württemberg’s musical “Therefore, we are looking forward to welcoming statue of the famous Swabian poet, Friedrich Schil- instrument collection is displayed at the Fruchtkasten. many of our American friends and neighbors to the ler, oversees the wine fest. Some people say that the After buying their first glass of wine, visitors can Weindorf,” Koch said. light-bodied Schiller rose wine is named after him. use it to sample wine throughout the fest or keep it as Swabians are known for celebrating fests to honor The Schillerplatz is framed by several historic a souvenir; some have their name engraved on the glass. their traditions and cultural heritage. Almost every- buildings, to include Stuttgart’s old castle, the old “The Weindorf makes the perfect place for people thing is tied to history, and so is the wine in Stuttgart. chancellery, the prince’s building, and the “Stifts- to get together, talk, laugh, celebrate and enjoy a good The middle Neckar region has always been known kirche,” or collegiate church. The church is Stuttgart’s time,” Koch said. It’s a “must-go-to event.” At your leisure

century, sets an authentic stage for Strasse will offer rides, food and Ludwigsburg will host the the medieval outing. family entertainment. Venezianische Messe, or Venetian The event will feature jousting A variety market will be set up Fair, Sept. 7-9 in the baroque down- tournaments, jugglers, traveling in the historic downtown area and town area. On Friday, the Venice minstrels, craftsmen, fire breathers, be open Aug. 24 from 2 p.m. until carnival-inspired street festival will knights and witches. midnight, Aug. 25 from 8 a.m. to be open from 6-11:30 p.m., Saturday A medieval market selling arts 1 a.m., Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. until from 2-11:30 p.m. and Sunday from and crafts, food and offering hands- midnight, and Aug. 27 from 2 p.m. 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on activities, recreating the way of until midnight. The event will feature colorful life during the Middle Ages, will A “Schäfermarkt,” or shepherd’s costumes and masks, music, fire also be held. market, will be held Aug. 25-26 at shows, dance, stilt and “Commedia Tickets cost €5. Tickets for chil- Unterriexinger Strasse for visitors dell’Arte” theater performances. dren ages 6-12 are €3. On Aug. 25, to learn all about sheep and sheep Italian food will be offered and visi- Burggaststätte Hohen Neuffen entrance for children is free. tors are invited to actively partici- “The Hohen Neuffen Fortress is one farming. A petting zoo for children For more information, visit will also be offered. The market pate in the festival. Face painting of Germany’s largest fortress ruins www.hohenneuffen.com. and a children’s theater will be and will set the stage for an arts will be open on Saturday at 8 a.m. and on Sunday at 10 a.m. offered, as well. and crafts market, and a medieval Tickets cost between €7 and €10. The Markgröninger Schäfer- An arts and crafts market will spectacular Aug. 25-26. For more information, visit lauf, or shepherd’s race, will run be held Aug. 25-26 at the Schloss- www.venezianische-messe.de. Aug. 24-27 in Markgröningen’s hof. The market will be open on Festivals historic downtown area. On Friday, both days from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. the program will start at 8 a.m., The Historischer Hand- The four-day fest will end with Saturday at 6 a.m., Sunday at 9:30 werkermarkt and Burg-Spec- a firework display Aug. 27 at 9:30 a.m. and Monday at 2 p.m. taculum, or historic arts and crafts p.m. at the fun park. The historic shepherd’s race will market and fortress spectacular, On Saturday and Sunday will run at the Hohen Neuffen take place on Saturday from 1:15-3 visitors to Markgröningen can only Fortress in Neuffen Aug. 25-26. On p.m. On Sunday, various races and access the downtown area by pur- Saturday, the event will run from 11 the “Schäfertanz,” or shepherd’s chasing a “Festplakette,” or badge, a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, from dance, will start at 1:30 p.m. All for €3. 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. races will be held at the “Stoppelf- Tickets for the shepherd’s races The fortress, which is one of the eld,” or stubble field. range from €2 to €11. www.venezianische-messe.de largest fortress ruins in Southern The “Vergnügungspark,” or For more information and event The Venetian Fair will be held in Germany and dates back to the 11th fun park, located at Unterriexinger times, visit www.markgröningen.de. Ludwigsburg Sept. 7-9. Page 12 The Citizen, August 23, 2012

What’s happening in FMWR Coming to Get tickets to the hottest Register online at www.stuttgartmwr.com/amazing-race. Patch Theater show in town For more information, call 430- Be part of the excitement at fifth 5386 /civ. 0711 680-5386. annual European Bodybuilding/ Learn to be a youth Aug. 24 — ParaNorman (PG) 6 Figure Championship on Aug. 25 p.m., The Expendables 2 (R) 9 p.m. at the Patch Fitness Center. soccer official Aug. 25 — Ice Age: Continental A pre-judging show will be Those who wish to officiate at Drift (PG) 2 p.m., ParaNorman held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Child, Youth and School Services (PG) 4 p.m., The Odd Life Of evening show starts at 6 p.m. soccer matches (and get paid for Timothy Green (PG) 7 p.m., The Tickets are $10 in advance, it) will need to attend the officials’ Expendables 2 (R) 9 p.m. $12 at the door. 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Teams will be notified For more activities, or to join (PG-13) 7 p.m., Hit and Run (R) Most Wanted (PG) 6 p.m. by Sept. 7. the Family and MWR email list, 10 p.m. The race includes challenges on visit www.stuttgartmwr.com or Sept. 2 — Brave (PG) 2 p.m., For more movie listings, visit www. Patch Barracks and Panzer Kaserne. facebook.com/familyandmwr. Sparkle (PG-13) 4 p.m., Premium shopmyexchange.com. Page 12 The Citizen, August 23, 2012 The Citizen, August 23, 2012 Page 13 What’s happening in FMWR Coming to Brain Teaser Get tickets to the hottest Register online at www.stuttgartmwr.com/amazing-race. Patch Theater show in town For more information, call 430- Be part of the excitement at fifth 5386 /civ. 0711 680-5386. 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Also selling the right amedd.army.mil All ads & pics can be viewed @ a social project working with and left bumper vents, 15 euros [email protected] Lexus LS 400, built 1991, €1500. www.class-world.eu troubled youths and use the shop each. €125 017681180184 or Attention: BMW 320d Touring, If you like to include the spare as a daily living structure. Our [email protected] Model 2004, second hand, well parts: €2500. Call: 07144-9989984 Caution: Some Classified open hours are from 8:30- 2011 BMW 328i 4 dr.sedan, Blk maintained, non-smoking, 6-gear ads have become a target 19:00hrs Wednesdays. We are in w/blk leather, 28,200 mi., automa- stick shift, all leather seats, power Opel Vectra, year 1991, very for scams. Please be cau- Stuttgart Gaisburg, at Hag- tic, U.S.specs, Navigation, ipod dorrs/windows/brakes, sunroof, good condition, 70 000 miles, tious if potential buyers offer bergstr.16, 70188 Stuttgart. You adapter, 17" all season tires, stereo CD, A/C, new tires & batte- new tyres, new exhaust, 5 speed, you payment methods other may also call us for an appt. at stateside shipping incl. $27,000 ry & oil change. 65miles a gallon. inspection guaranteed €1250 than cash. 0711-462630 Donation of unwan- [email protected] Only €6950 0172-676 2717 017621892246 ted bikes are always welcome The Citizen, August 23, 2012 Page 17

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