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NEWS FEATURE GOING GREEN PATCH BARRACKS WINTER RECYCLE Stuttgart barracks beauti- Stay informed on winter road Do’s and don’ts of recycling fi cation and improvements. — PAGE 2 conditions and closures. — PAGE 3 in Germany. — PAGE 4

LOCAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS Enjoy season’s splendors at local Christmas markets happening now in and around Stuttgart through December. — PAGES 12-13

Thursday, November 26, 2015 Sustaining & Supporting the Stuttgart U.S. Military Community Garrison Website: www.stuttgart.army.mil Facebook: facebook.com/USAGarrisonStuttgart stuttgartcitizen.com Trident Juncture 2015

#TJ15 Service Members from U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart participate in NATO’s largest training exercise in over a decade to exercise operational capabilities. Air, Land, Maritime, and Special Forces took part simultaneously in several locations and from different Headquarters to train in a complex environment to improve Alliance’s full spectrum capabilities. — Page 9

NEWS SAFETY CORNER ASK A JAG HEALTH BEAT Over 2000 soldiers from multiple countries Prevent slips and falls at the workplace and Benefi ts for Federal employees extended to Laugh out those winter blues and get happy participate in Iron Sword airborne exercise. at home. same-sex couples. with a Laughter Yoga session for your unit. — Page 8 — Page 10 — Page 4 — Page 10 Page 2 NEWS The Citizen, November 26, 2015

 is newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of Stuttgart Barracks living just got better  e Citizen are not necessarily the o cial views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this publication is edited and approved for public release by the United States Army Garrison Stuttgart Public A airs O ce. Advertisements and private organizations noted in this publication are not part of Department of Defense.

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Col. Glenn K. Dickenson U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander

R. Slade Walters Director of Public A airs

Holly DeCarlo-White Carola Meusel Editor Writer USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne

Army Post O ce Mailing Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 SPC Arica Wilson from the 587th Signal Company shares the new Travel Bucket List map as part of Patch Barracks improvements October 2015.

German Mailing Address: Panzer Kaserne, Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, Story and photos by Andrea Stauffer Lynice  orpe for our plans to update decorate the building entrances, but 71032 Böblingen Family and MWR Marketing the décor in the barracks’ entrances. I just wanted to carry that plan (and Telephone: +49 (0)7031-15-3105, DSN 431-3105 Fax: +49 (0)7031-15-3096, DSN 431-3096  is should make a big impact on the homey feeling) further into their liv- Single or unaccompanied service service member’s  rst impression of ing space.” FEATURE members stationed in Stuttgart of- living in Stuttgart.” Apparently the plan is working.

 e appearance of advertising in this publication, ten get assigned to live in barracks. CSM Woody Carter, in charge “ e pictures are de nitely inspiring. including inserts or supplements, does not constitute Whether it is for three months or three of the barracks for the 52nd Signal I want to go to Munich for sure since endorsement of the products or services advertised by the U.S. Army or the U.S. Department of Defense. years, they want the same thing as ev- Battalion Soldiers, took it upon him- it is so close, but London is also on my Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard eryone – a nice, welcoming place to self to take this mission one step fur- bucket list.  is has been a great initia- to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political a liation or any call home. ther. CSM Carter started working with tive and I hope it continues. It has de - other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity While discussing quality of life is- the Family and MWR Marketing o ce nitely made my stay in Stuttgart more policy by an advertiser is con rmed, the printer shall sues during a Better Opportunities to collect and print large images from appealing,” stated SPC Wilson from refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. for Single service members (BOSS) travel destinations across Europe. “As the 587th Signal Company. meeting in July, service members a senior enlisted leader, barracks life is Service members can expect bar- Publisher: mentioned that the hallways in bar- in my blood and taking care of Soldiers racks beauti cation and improve- racks were completely bare and thus is near and dear to my heart. I  gured ments to continue. “ eir quality of felt stark instead of welcoming. Other the hallway photos would cheer up the life is one of our greatest concerns, and meeting attendees expressed concern dreary space but also inspire my folks we are committed to showing them that they hadn’t met other people liv- to band together to explore the nearby that USAG Stuttgart cares. We want AdvantiPro GmbH ing in the barracks since arriving. sites and experience the bene ts of to make sure everyone in our commu- www.advantipro.com Telephone: +49 (0) 631-30 3355 30  ese comments sparked a movement living in Europe,” said CSM Carter. nity says – l’m glad I live here,” added

 e Citizen is a biweekly o set press publication within the Garrison to make the bar- “I knew there was a plan in place to Carter. published by AdvantiPro GmbH and printed by Oggersheimer Druckzentrum. Circulation is 7,000 racks a more welcoming place to live. copies. Cory Ho man, the USAG Handelsregister: Zweibrücken, HRB 1824 Z Stuttgart BOSS Advisor, jumped on Gerichtsstand Kaiserslautern Ust-IdNr.: DE 229812354 the bandwagon  rst, with BOSS host-

John  ompson ing a “Meet your Neighbors” day in Managing Director mid-September.  is event boasted Newspaper Layout/Designer a BBQ, music and games with priz- Manuel Flaetgen Graphic Designer es and support from organizations

Display Advertising Contact across the Garrison including ACS, Jaqueline Samad Telephone: +49 (0) 631-30 3355 37 the USO, FRGs, ASAP, and of course, Email: [email protected] Family and MWR. “We encouraged Classi ed Advertising Contact our service members to get out of their Jennifer Lesko Telephone: +49 (0) 631-30 3355 31 rooms, meet new people and engage Email: [email protected] Website: www.class-world.com with the community, and they did just

Mailing Address: that, ending the day joined together in AdvantiPro GmbH a dance line celebrating with their new Europaallee 3 67657 Kaiserslautern friends,” Ho man stated. “Since then, we also received approval from CSM Barrack 2311 upgrades on Patch Barracks. The Citizen, November 26, 2015 FEATURE Page 3 Prepare to hit the slopes with help from Outdoor Recreation

Photo by Sergey Novikov / Shutterstock.com By USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office are set to the correct weight and ability.” “People can rent skis each time they For those who wish to venture to For those skiers who don’t own go to the slopes, but if they plan to ski the ski areas on their own, the personnel Now is the time to prepare skis and skis, but still want to hit the slopes this more than four different weekends and at Outdoor Recreation can provide the snowboards for the slopes, U.S. Army year, the Outdoor Recreation facility, take a couple of day trips this year, they equipment and more. Garrison Stuttgart Outdoor Recreation run by the USAG Stuttgart Directorate can save money by getting a seasonal “We are pretty familiar with the pop- can help. of Family and Morale, Welfare and rental,” Young said. ular skiing areas and can help provide “We can wax and edge skis as well as Recreation, rents out skis on a daily, In addition to preparing and renting customers with directions and points of snowboards. It may take some work, but weekend, weekly and seasonal basis skis, the ODR also offers ski lessons and interest at the ski areas they plan to visit,” we can even get out those deep cuts,” said while supplies last. schedules ski trips. Young said. Bruce Zabukovic, a recreational assistant “We have more than 200 pairs of skis “When we book four-day ski trips we for USAG Stuttgart Outdoor Recreation. and snowboards available for skiers of take into consideration more than just For more information on upcoming “We also mount boot bindings all ages for the upcoming ski season and skiing,” she added. “We book hotels in ski ski trips or to rent equipment, visit the snowboards or make the needed ad- we encourage people to stop by early to resort areas that offer shopping options, Outdoor Recreation office in Building justments to the bindings to ensure the get fitted for their skis,” said Jenn Young, skating rinks, swimming pools and vari- 2953 on Panzer Kaserne, or call DSN: boots fit properly and the release gauges Outdoor Recreation program manager. ous other types of entertainment.” 431-2774/civ. 07031-15-2774. How to stay informed: winter advisories, road condition, closures By USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office also call the Weather and Road early releases are only authorized by Editor’s Note: Community members Condition Hotline at 431-3744 or civ. their leadership. are advised to use Facebook, AFN, or When winter weather strikes, U.S. 07031-15-3744. Individual drivers should access the the weather hotline as the first source Army Garrison Stuttgart community The decision to cancel or close op- safety of their travel routes and should for road condition information, instead members don’t need to be in the dark on erations is made by the garrison com- contact their chain of command if they of calling the MP desk to keep emergen- cancellations and delays. mander after he has been informed feel travel would be unsafe. cy lines open. The garrison has resources to keep of the current road conditions by the the community informed when decisions director of Emergency Services, based are made that impact operations due to on Military Police patrols. the weather. Military Police patrols access only installation roads. Roads in the sur- Facebook rounding local communities outside of By 5:30 a.m., and throughout the the installations, including bus routes, day when conditions warrant a change, are not assessed or reported on by the notifications are posted to the garrison MPs. Facebook page, at https://www.facebook. Announcements regarding ser- com/USAGarrisonStuttgart. vice member and employee work-re- porting instructions during times of AFN Radio delayed or closed operations only ap- Announcements also air on ply to the garrison organizations and American Forces Network Stuttgart its workforce, the Logistics Readiness (102.3 FM). You can also listen online Center and Department of Defense using AFN 360: http://afn360.afneurope. Dependents Schools. net/AudioPlayer.html#afne_stu For those who work for U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command, Telephone Hotline Special Operations Command Europe Community members can or other organizations, work delays and Page 4 COLUMNS The Citizen, November 26, 2015

Going Green: Sorting out recycling and trash bin by bin

Note: Bin colors and categories onto the street in front of your building must be taken to glass recycling points can also contact their lo- may be different in your area. for collection on the scheduled days. and separated into color-coded bins cal office to arrange for disposal in their Where do I find the yellow bags for clear, green and brown color glass. area (contact information for local area Regular Trash and Waste or with writing on it, or gelbsacke, for re- There are usually areas along the road offices can be found on the U.S. Army “Restmüll”: Basically anything that cycling plastics etc.? or within a parking lot area to pull off, Garrison Stuttgart website). does not fit into any of the recyclable cat- Gelbsacke are available at many unloadd an sort your glass. In other ar- egories, and is not hazardous material. locations on the local economy in eas glass is picked up like other trash on For more detailed information on Black bin: Almost all areas use a Germany, you just have to ask. The place a given schedule - unsorted. Recycling in Stuttgart, Germany on black plastic bin for restmüll. to start is your local district Rathaus, Do not include: Returnable bottles, or off-post, download the Recycling Paper or “Altpapier”: Items such town hall office or Buergerbuero. They windows, crystalline glass, spectacles, Handbooks at www.stuttgart.army. as books, catalogs, newspapers, maga- usually have them at the administrative mirror glasses, dishes and light bulbs. mil/services-trash.html. zines, periodicals, papers, correspon- office and may also be able to advise ad- Electronics and hazardous waste: dence, handouts, notes, wrapping pa- ditional locations nearby that may carry Must be carefully handled, and per, boxes and packing material made them. Home stores, such as Tritschler in there is a wide variance in of cardboard. downtown Stuttgart, some flower shops how these items are handled. Do not include: Coated and wet and grocery stores can carry rolls of the strength paper, coated packaging, fold- yellow recycling bags, you just have ask. Military Community er, organic and mineral contaminated The bags are free and generally kept members can take advantage paper. behind or near the customer service of the Hazardous Material Reuse Green bin: Most always for paper, register. Center on Panzer Kaserne, drop- though can also be fore Bio. Note: Yellow, plain plastic bags ping off items such as cleaning Plastic / Metal / Natural Recycle- that are sold in the regular trash bag supplies, paint, toner for printers, ables or "Wertstoffe": Things made of aisles of local grocery stores are not it, oil and other similar products. metal, plastic, wood such as pots, pans, and do not suffice. The reuse center is part of the U.S. tools, toys, chopping boards, buckets, Organic waste or “Bio”: Items such Army Garrison Stuttgart Logistics watering pots, bowls, colanders, baskets, as eggshells, coffee filters, tea bags, veg- Readiness Center, under the 405th cups, and boxes. etables and fruits, tree, and hedge-clip- Army Field Support Brigade. Do not include: textiles, vehicle pings, flowers and plants, leaves, grass Individuals can make an appoint- parts, construction debris, CDs, DVDs. clippings and weeds. ment with the installation coordi- In some areas recyclables will go in Do not include: In summer months nator to dispose of hazardous waste a yellow, orange or green bin, and in especially, putting meat in bio contain- also. some areas they go into a yellow bag or ers is discouraged for health reasons. “gelbsacke.” Brown or green bins: Organic The Reuse Center is located in Yellow bins: Neighborhoods are dif- waste containers are usually brown bins, Building 2958 on Panzer Kaserne. ferent in guidance on how to take out but can also be green in some areas. For more information, contact DSN: plastic recycling. A bin may be available, Glass: This can vary greatly from 431-2071/civ. 07031-15-2071. or you may need to put the tied bag out area to area. In some communities, glass On the local economy, residents Photo by Goritza / Shutterstock.com

Ask a JAG: Same-sex marriage and Federal benefits

specific legal questions you should Office of Personnel Management are also included. Same sex couples seek the advice of an attorney. (OPM) informs health insur- who are in a civil union or a domes- ance carriers participating in the tic partnership other than marriage On June 26, 2013, the Supreme Federal Employees Health Benefits will remain mostly ineligible for the Court issued a historic decision Program (FEHB) for 2016 health programs listed. on the Defense of Marriage Act plans that they are prohibited (DOMA). Section 3 of DOMA was from general exclusion of services, • The Federal Employees Health found to be unconstitutional and drugs, or supplies related to gen- Benefits (FEHB) Program struck down. As a result, same-sex der transitioning. This basically • The Dental and Vision Program spouses of Federal employees and indicates that carriers cannot have (FEDVIP) annuitants are now eligible for ben- a general exclusion against related • Federal Flexible Spending Account efits regardless of the employee’s costs for transition. www.opm.gov/ Program (FSAFEDS) or annuitant’s current state of resi- insure covers health plans by state • Federal Employees' Group Life dency. On June 26, 2015 the United and review their official statement Insurance (FEGLI) States Supreme Court ruled that the of benefits, along with a list of di- • The Federal Long Term Care constitution requires a state to li- rectories of doctors and hospitals Insurance Program (FLTCIP) cense a marriage between two peo- who participate with those plans • Retirement Photo by Syda Productions / Shutterstock.com ple of the same sex and to recognize linking to their websites. • Pay and Leave, Family and Medical By SPC Tina Nguyen a marriage between two people of All the programs listed be- Leave (FMLA) Stuttgart Law Center the same sex when lawfully licensed low are now available to same-sex and performed out-of-state. Federal marriages. Foreign marriages con- To read the full article of infor- This article is for informational employees and their annuitants can sistent with OPM’s longstanding mation, eligibility and resources, visit purposes only and is not intended get married anywhere in the states policy of recognizing legal foreign www.stuttgartcitizen.com, Column as legal advice. For advice on your including their state of residence. marriages for opposite sex couples section, Ask a JAG. The Citizen, November 26, 2015 CULTURE & LEISURE Page 5 The origin and traditions of Chanukah

By Rick Beigler Some traditions during the holi- Stuttgart Jewish Community day include eating of any foods fried in oil, playing with tops called dreidels, e Jewish celebration of Chanukah and giving of coins or chocolate coins commemorates the rededication of called gelt. Many similarities can be the Second Temple in Jerusalem dur- noted between the Chanukah tradi- ing the time of the Maccabean Revolt tions and their German counterparts. against the Seleucid Empire some Potato pancakes known as latkes are 2200 years ago. e Temple which was commonly eaten with apple sauce or at the time the center of Judaism was sour cream are undeniably similar to occupied by the Seleucids who had German Karto elpu er mit Apfelmus tainted or destroyed the oil needed to or Reibekuchen sold at Christmas light the menorah in the Temple. A er markets. Dreidel is a Yiddish word the Maccabee’s had recaptured the which is derived from the German Temple, they found only enough oil word dreh, which means to turn or to last for one day, but it miraculously spin. e gelt, or coins is the Yiddish lasted eight days. word for money, which comes from Each year, for eight nights we cel- the German word Geld, which also ebrate beginning on the evening of the means money. twenty-fourth of Kislev on the Jewish e popularity of the holiday is rel- calendar. is year, that date corre- atively new. In the United States, Jews sponds with the sixth of December. attempting to assimilate with their Each nights, a special candelabra Christian neighbors elevated the im- known as a chanukiah, is used to com- portance of the usually minor festival Photo by Maglara /Shutterstock.com memorate the miracle. We light one solely due to its proximity on the cal- candle on the  rst night using a special endar to Christmas. is also helped evening of Monday, Dec. 14. To contact the Stuttgart Jewish helper candle known as a shamash. to alleviate some of the jealousy that USAG Stuttgart Religious Support Military Community (SJMC), email: On the second night we light two can- Jewish children may have had of their O ce Chanukah Service is Dec. 6 [email protected]. dles, on the third night we light three Christian friends and schoolmates. at 6pm at Patch Religious Education See the recipe for Reibekuchen, candles, and so on until by the eighth Hanukkah 2015 begins in the eve- Center. For details, contact DSN 430- visit www.stuttgartcitizen.com, search night, all eight candles are lit. ning of Sunday, Dec. 6 and ends in the 2338/civ.0711 680 2338. for Recipes. Heisse Maronen (Roasted chestnuts) By Greg Jones Many historians claim that the About Chestnuts in Making them tradition of roasting chestnuts around Germany at home... Roasted chestnuts, whether the holidays began in the 16th cen- Chestnuts can be collected over an open  re, or an iron stove, tury Rome when vendors began sell- throughout Germany beginning in To roast the chestnuts: are as much a part of the German ing them on street corners during the the fall. e chestnut grows in a spiny - Wipe them clean or rinse them in Christmas tradition as they are a part holiday season. green pod which usually contains two water and dry them off. of the American holidays. Much like or three chestnuts (most o en, two - Cut a slit or an X in the skin on the the traditional New York sidewalk Enjoying them at the larger ones and one very small one). round side of the nut. Christmas scene, the aroma of roast- Christmas market e pods burst open when ripe, and - Place the chestnuts on a pan, cut ing chestnuts wa s through the air Look for stands with signs that say fall to the ground. side up. at Christmas Markets throughout Heisse Maronen or Maroni. e dis- ere is also an inedible chestnut - Roast in a pre-heated oven at 425 Germany. tinctive roasted nut smell can also be in Germany. e edible chestnut has a degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 Called kastanien, maronen or ma- a dead give-away. very spiny, almost hairy looking pod, minutes roni, chestnuts are available at stands Chestnuts are usually sold in 100 whereas the inedible chestnut has a - Check them regularly to make sure in most German Christmas markets. gram increments. 100 grams is just smooth pod with sparse spines or they are not burnt. A slight blackening For those who have never tried them, enough to get a taste of them, and spikes on its surface. of some parts of the shell is normal, their warm sweet  avor can de nitely 300-500 grams is a small snack for two It’s useful to have thick leather but large blackened areas means the be a treat on cold winter nights. to share. gloves to separate the chestnuts from chestnuts are burning. e chestnut has long been a ey are typically served in brown their pods, though not entirely neces- staple food in Europe, especially in paper bags or a brown paper cone. sary. Collecting chestnuts from public Properly roasted chestnuts should be winter months, as it is harvested in e outside hard shell, and sometimes parks and forests is permitted, but be fi rm to the touch, and should peel eas- September and October through an inner skin is peeled away to get to sure not to collect them from private ily. Chestnuts that are diffi cult to peel, much of Europe. Rich in minerals the sweet nut inside. property. or have a bitter taste, have been under- and vitamins, high in  ber, and low Be careful when handling them Once collected, the nuts can be cooked. Hard, dried-out nuts are a sign in fat, they are a very good source of as o en they are served fresh from a kept for a few months by storing them of over-cooking.

nutrition. 425-degree Fahrenheit oven. in a cool dry place. ccoffman /Shutterstock.com Photo by Page 6 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS The Citizen, November 26, 2015

AFN SuPerStAr oF Exchange from 11 a.m. to 1 47 scholarships totaling you supply is the stamp. Once Upcoming Trainings: the MoNth p.m. Dec. 1 and 15. Become $107,000. SCSC hopes to re- the envelope is sealed, home- Prime for Life, Nov. 30- U.S. Army Garrison a Family Child Care provid- ceive enough quality applica- addressed and stamped, sim- Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Stuttgart community mem- er; free training, job mobility, tions to surpass that this year. ply drop it into the mail box the ASAP classroom, Builfing bers are invited to submit continuing education credits Applicants must be ID located on the side of the 2948 on Panzer Kaserne. nominations for the next and professional resources card holders sponsored by an letter distribution center. Be ASAP, Dec. 8 12:30 p.m. – AFN Stuttgart Superstar of are available. active duty member, govern- sure to post your letters by 1:30 p.m. at the Patch Theater. the Month. Help recognize an For more information, ment civilian, or contractor Dec. 6 as collection will take Call ASAP to sign up for exceptional member of your call DSN: 430-4047/4100 or within the Stuttgart military place the following day. The training classes, and set up unit, organization, or overall civ. 0711-680-4047/4100. community. See applica- letters will be sent to Santa your unit for some fun, laugh- within the Stuttgart military School Liaison Officetion for complete eligibility Claus, Indiana where they ter, and a fabulous learning community. have an information booth requirements on the SCSC will be processed through experience, contact DSN: To nominate a com- at the Panzer Main Exchange website, www.stuttgartspous- the official Santa Claus Post 431-2743/2530. munity member, email: from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec.1 esclub.org. Applications Office and receive the magic AFNStuttgartonline@gmail. and 15. Find out about their may also be picked up at postmark. A few days later, heAlthcAre: oPeN com roles in the community. This the Stuttgart High School your children will be thrilled SeASoN Details to include: Name, is a great opportunity for counselor’s office, Armyto receive a letter from Nov. 9 through Dec. 14 is unit or organization (if ap- in-processing families with Community Services, Patch Santa. Visit the Exchange open season. Department of plicable) and why you think questions about schools. Thrift store, Education Center on Panzer Kaserne for more Defense civilians have the op- this person is a Superstar. For more information, and on-post library. information. tion of adjusting or changing Winners are announced on call DSN: 430-7465/civ. Submission deadline: healthcare plans. AFN Radio live. For infor- 0711-680-7465. March 4, 2016. For more in- holidAY MAil mation on AFN Stuttgart, formation email: scsc.schol- deAdliNeS dodeA VirtuAl AFN 360 internet radio, visit: SKieS cYS [email protected]. Space Available Mail toWN hAll www.afneurope.net/Stations/ iNStructorS (SAM) Parcels: Nov. 25 Dr. McMullen, Department Stuttgart.aspx. WANted ciVil Air PAtrol Partial Air Lift (PAL) of Defense Education Activity Seeking qualified in- MeetiNgS Parcels: Dec. 3 Europe director, has planned a StuttgArt VotiNg structors to teach piano, Civil Air Patrol meetings Priority Parcels/1st Class Facebook Town Hall Meeting, ASSiStANce voice, dance (pop/hip hop), are held every Tuesday at the Letters and Cards: Dec. 10 Dec. 3, 2015 at 6-7pm on the ProgrAM art, swimming, martial arts, Religious Education Center Express Mail: Dec. 17 DoDEA-Europe Facebook site Do you have questions speech therapy, foreign on Patch, from 6-8:30 p.m. Customers may make ap- (facebook.com/dodeaeurope). about how to cast your absen- languages or other child/ The Civil Air Patrol pro- pointments for holiday mail- The focus of this meeting is tee ballot? Please contact the youth specialized programs. gram is an auxiliary of the ing. Appointments will be College and Career Readiness installation Voting Assistance Become a SKIES Unlimited U.S. Air Force with three made for the one hour pe- Standards. Community mem- Officer at 431-2865/civ.instructor and share your primary mission areas: aero- riod before the APO opens bers are encouraged to sub- 07031-15-2865. area of expertise with the space education, cadet pro- for business. Contact the mit questions for the Director If space allows: add in children and youth of the grams, and emergency ser- Postal Service Office during early by emailing feedback@ voting graphic from Voting Stuttgart Community. Must vices. The CAP program was their regular business hours eu.dodea.edu. Marketing Doc from page 2 be 18 years old or older. If established on Patch Barracks at: Kelley APO: 421-2542, or page 6. you are interested please call back in July 2010 by BGen Panzer APO: 431-2563, Patch thriFtMAS MArKet DSN: 430-6281/civ. 0711- Frederick Martin. APO: 430-7226. The Patch Thrift Shop an- coMbiNed 680-6281 or email stuttgart- Youth ages 12-21 can join Remember to prepare nual “Thriftmas Market” is FederAl cAMPAigN [email protected]. as a cadet, adults are invited your customs forms for Dec. 3-5 with extended hours – oVerSeAS to join to assist helping with USPS in advance, using USPS for the event on Thursday The 2015 CombinedScSc the program. For further in- “Click-n-Ship, www.usps. from 3-7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. Federal Campaign Overseas ScholArShiPS formation about CAP, call com. For more details and to 7 p.m., and Saturday 10 has been extended through oPeN 0160-9849-1449, visit http:// holiday hours, visit stuttgart- a.m. to 4 p.m. The Stuttgart Dec. 4. The CFC is an annual Applications for Stuttgart gocivilairpatrol.com or join citizen.com. Community Spouse Club workplace giving campaign. Community Spouses Club the CAP Stuttgart Facebook Patch Thrift Shop team, and This year’s theme, “Give be- Scholarships for the 2015- Group. ASAP trAiNiNg volunteer elves, stage one of cause you care!” encourages 2016 academic year are Now is the time to schedule kind Holiday merchandise participants to contribute to opened Nov. 23 for eligible holidAY cloSureS your annual Army Substance that the community has been their favorite charities. Up applicants including all Visit www.stuttgartciti- Abuse Program face-to- donating all year long. Along to 6% of campaign gross is high school graduating se- zen.com for announcements face training and Unit Risk with holiday decorations, returned to the overseas in- niors, continuing education on closures and limited ser- Inventories. ASAP is ready lights, Christmas trees and stallations Family Support students (college students vices through the holiday to sync their calendars with seasonal clothing, shoppers & Youth Programs which is not older than age 23), and season. your unit training schedule to can enjoy traditional food, then used to invest in better spouses. minimize on calendar conflicts beverages, and live enter- quality of life programs for SCSC Scholarships are letterS FroM and maximize on efficiencies. tainment. This event is open service members, their fami- merit based awards. The se- SANtA Unique training opportuni- to all DoD ID card holders. lies, and federal employees. lection process for scholar- Make this year a ties are also available for ASAP Available “elves” seeking vol- For information, contact ship winners is based on a Christmas to remember by training credit. Also note, up unteer opportunities can visit the Community Area Project combination of academic sending your child a let- to three hours of ASAP train- www.stuttgartspousesclub. Officer at DSN: 421-3446. achievement, extracurricular ter from Santa Claus. Visit ing credit can be provided org and/or the SCSC Patch activities, community lead- Santa’s Post Office located at through online training cours- Thrift Shop Facebook page iNFo oN childcAre ership, community service, the entrance of the Panzer es at the following website: for more information. For ANd SchoolS work experience and a per- Main Store and select from a http://go.usa.gov/7x4e, choose more information, stop by Child, Youth and School sonal essay. variety of colorfully decorat- the “email certificate” when or contact SCSC Patch Thrift Services have an information For the 2014-2015 aca- ed letters. The letters and en- prompted for the site to load Shop, Building 2332 at civ. booth at the Panzer Main demic year, SCSC awarded velopes are free of charge—all properly. 0711-680-5510. The Citizen, November 26, 2015 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS Page 7

Travel Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri the USO for snacks, crafts, can tour the facilities, meet or email stuttgartcys@ resTricTions from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and and stories to pass the time the staff and view the latest googlemail.com. Personnel are advised to Wed. from 1-3 p.m. while you wait for your turn eyewear during a trunk show. check with their individual A new online appoint- with the big guy! The event includes cake and angel Tree commands on specific travel ment system *CAC access special giveaways, plus the PrograM restriction guidance. only, can be found on the uso sanTa Paws Optometry Care Center The United States Army garrison website, www.stutt- Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. is offering free glaucoma Garrison Stuttgart Army MoTorcycle gart.army.mil on the pass- to noon visit the USO for screenings, while the Optical Community Service (ACS) sTorage port services page: http:// chance for you fur babies center will clean and adjust Angel Tree Program assists Keep your motorcycle www.stuttgart.army.mil/ to have their photos taken glasses. For more information, military families from all safe and protected during services-passports.html. with Santa. For many of us, contact 07031-2042350. branches of service (E1-E5 and winter months now through Passport and SOFA office is fur babies are just as im- below and civilians GS6 and March 31. 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Page 8 NEWS The Citizen, November 26, 2015 DISA Europe provides “Dangers of Social Networking” training then be downloaded by anybody (not just those you chose to share it with), and using free programs they can view the meta tags hidden in the code of the .jpeg. en using a maps program (or Google for that matter), they know your location. Numerous photos taken in the same location can reveal usual hangouts and a post of an upcoming vacation can alert them that your place of residency will be vacant. More concerning is that any cluster of photos posted by children can alert predators to their hangouts. ere is a simple  x—turn o the GPS features on your devices and check the camera data settings. Some of our families have children headed to college. ere are going to be parties, friends and activities that, 10 years later, photos might not represent the person they have become and those photos posted to social media never disappear even if you delete them from your pro le. Companies now look at social media as a source of information U.S. Army Garrison middle and high school students, as well as family members received a briefi ng on the “Dangers of Social Networking” by DISA and could mean the di erence in getting Security Specialist, Billy Ray Davis from Ft. Meade, Maryland during a series of engagements, Sept. 21 – 24, 2015. — Photo courtesy of army.mil the job. According to Ms. Tessa Moss- e Commander DISA Europe, COL received an eye opening brie ng during a Mr. Davis is an expert in the counter intel- Beaman, High School Assistant Jacqueline Brown – USA, invited DISA series of engagements 21 – 24 September ligence  eld and showed how an innocent Principal, “Students gained a wealth of Security Specialist Mr. Billy Ray Davis regarding the Dangers of Social photo posted to Facebook or Instagram knowledge from Mr. Davis’s training. from Ft. Meade MD to Stuttgart to pro- Networking on sites such as Facebook, might be exploited to  nd your GPS loca- ey were especially surprised by the vide important training to the Stuttgart Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram. tion and thus track your movements and impact social networking could have on Garrison Community. Mr. Davis explained that everyday habits online. Phones or GPS-enabled their future.” Middle School and High School stu- people are coming up with new ways to devices can record “meta data” such as Technology can be scary, but know- dents from the Stuttgart DoD Dependent hack and exploit information and that not the location and time you took the pho- ing how to protect your self can make Schools as well as family members everyone you meet online is your friend. to. Once uploaded to the Internet it can the online experience safe! US airstrike in Libya targets ISIL Soldiers conduct historic airborne operation PABRADE TRAINING AREA, on the drop zone, they initiated a In a statement, Cook said the Lithuania — U.S. Army paratroopers movement to their battle positions strike targeted Abu Nabil, also assigned to the 1st Battalion, 503rd where they demonstrated their pro - known as Wissam Najm Abd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne ciency in reconnaissance. Zayd al Zubaydi. Reporting Brigade along with Lithuanian e 173rd Airborne Brigade, suggests Nabil may have been Land Forces soldiers from the King based in Vicenza, Italy, is the U.S. the spokesman in ISIL’s Mindaugas Hussar Battalion, executed Army Contingency Response Force February Coptic Christian airborne operations, Nov. 14, 2015, in Europe, capable of projecting execution video, the press during Exercise Iron Sword here. forces to conduct the full range of secretary added. Iron Sword kicked o Nov. 8, military operations across the United “Nabil's death will de- 2015 and continues through Nov. 20, States European, Central and Africa grade ISIL's ability to meet 2015, involving over 2000 soldiers Commands areas of responsibility. the group's objectives in from Canada, the Czech Republic, Libya,” he said, “including Georgia, Germany, Hungary, Latvia, recruiting new ISIL members, Lithuania, Poland, United Kingdom, establishing bases in Libya, and and the United States. e exercise planning external attacks on the marks the  rst time U.S. paratroop- United States.” ers have jumped from a Lithuanian By Herring, Nathan D. CIV While this was not the  rst U.S. Alenia C-27J Spartan  xed wing air- United States Africa Command strike against terrorists in Libya, this is cra , which is also one of three of the the  rst U.S. strike against an ISIL lead- Lithuanian President's aircra s. WASHINGTON — e U.S. mili- er in Libya, and it demonstrates that the Platoon S, 1-503rd IN (A) along- tary conducted an airstrike in Libya United States will go a er ISIL leaders side the Lithuanian Recce Platoon at- Nov. 13 against an Iraqi national who wherever they operate, Cook said. tachments conducted static airborne was a longtime al-Qaida operative and e press secretary added that training at Siaulaiu Air Field, prior to the senior Islamic State of Iraq and the this operation was authorized and loading the C-27J. Both elements con- Levant leader in Libya, Pentagon Press initiated before the terrorist attack in ducted a night airborne insertion to Photo courtesy of army.mil Secretary Peter Cook said. Paris took place. Pabrade drop zone. Once assembled The Citizen, November 26, 2015 NEWS Page 9 Stuttgart Service Members part of Trident Juncture 15

By USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office and Sgt. Tatum Vayavananda U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa

Maintaing their ability as the cri- sis response force, U.S. Marines of U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart participated in Exercise Trident Juncture 15 to keep their skills on point. Army Sergeant Ian Morales of Armed Forces Network Stuttgart also reported on the line in Almeria, Spain where Marines tested their accuracy and speed in the largest NATO training mission since 2002. Trident Juncture features more than 30 nations with 36,000 troops training together to improve their capability to pivot towards crises in any direction. From Rota, Spain, the U.S. Marine and Navy team offloaded equipment ca- pable of enabling crisis response to sup- port Exercise Trident Juncture 15, Oct. 20, 2015. U.S. Marines and members of the British Corps of Royal Marines gather for a group photo in the mountains on the Spanish Base Alvarez de Soto- “We are using the USNS Button to get mayor, Almeria, Spain, Oct. 27, 2015 during the NATO led Exercise Trident Juncture 2015 (TJ15). TJ15 was NATO's largest training exercise since the prepositioned equipment on board 2002 and included more than 30 nations and 36,000 service members. — U.S. Army photo by Jason Johnston so 4th (Light Armored Reconnaissance) doesn’t have to embark their gear from conduct Exercise Trident Juncture; be- “This exercise helps us reassure exercise. Training evolutions like these all over the United States,” said Master ing able to offload in-stream, on port, European Allies and show them that expand the familiarity of Marines to the Sgt. Michael Guzman, preposition- or out at sea helps us keep our amphibi- the Marine Corps is here and we can NATO Alliance. ing chief of U.S. Marine Corps Forces ous roots,” said Guzman. be here shortly to work or assist any The Marines will conduct a road Europe and Africa. The armored vehicles and equip- NATO Allies,” said Guzman. march of more than 290 miles to south- Prepositioning ships, like the USNS ment from the USNS Button will let Providing this equipment allows ern Spain, conducting field training in William R. Button, provide Marines the Marines train in advanced tactics the NATO team to work with training Alvarez de Sotomayor before operat- capability to establish and operate any- with European Allies during Trident techniques beyond basic infantry skills ing as a simulated opposition force where in the world. Juncture, the largest NATO exercise in and evaluate their ability to respond to for a raid from U.S. and British Royal “The offload will help 4th LAR more than 10 years. threats together, a primary goal of the Marines later in the month. Trident Juncture shows NATO capabilities ‘are real and ready’ Mr. Stoltenberg said that from what involving a hostage rescue, mine- he and other senior officials saw field clearing and infantry attacks. during Wednesday’s demonstration, Attack and cargo helicopters in- “NATO is up to the test.” He added: cluding U.S. Apaches, Chinooks and “while our aim is to train and ex- Blackhawks also took part, as well ercise, we are also sending a clear as fighter jets which practised close message, to our nations and to any air support. The demonstration also potential adversary. NATO does not included the deployment of over seek confrontation, but we stand 500 US airborne troops from the ready to defend all Allies.” 82nd Airborne Division, who flew Trident Juncture also shows that direct from their home base at Fort NATO is committed to transparen- Bragg, North Carolina to parachute cy and predictability, the Secretary drop onto the training ground in General stressed. NATO has invited San Gregorio. observers from all member nations More than 36,000 person- of the Organization for Security and nel from more than 30 nations are Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) participating in exercise Trident Story and photo by NATO shows that NATO’s capabilities and from other nations around the Juncture 2015. The live military are real and ready,” the Secretary world to the exercise. training element of the exercise, The training of Allied forces General said. Mr. Stoltenberg was joined by which opened on 19 October, will during Exercise Trident Juncture Trident Juncture, NATO’s larg- Spanish Defence Minister Pedro run until 6 November. The exercise 2015 shows that NATO is able to est exercise in over a decade, is cur- Morenés, Ambassadors from the includes more than 230 units, more defend all Allies against any threat, rently taking place in Spain, Italy North Atlantic Council and se- than 140 aircraft and more than 60 Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and Portugal. The exercise is test- nior Allied military command- ships. said Wednesday (4 November 2015) ing Allied forces' abilities to work ers to watch the demonstration at after watching a live military dem- together and with many partner na- the San Gregorio Training Area in For more information on Trident onstration of Allied forces working tions and organisations in meeting Spain. Forces from 12 NATO Allies Juncture 2015, visit www.jfcbs.nato.int/ together in Spain. “Trident Juncture a wide range of security challenges. conducted an offensive operation trident-juncture. Page 10 COLUMNS The Citizen, November 26, 2015

Safety Corner: Don’t Fall Down On Safety

The main causes of slips, trips, and Here are some ways to prevent this surfaces. falls in the workplace are: common but sometimes deadly kind of • Make sure the lighting is good in your accident: work and traffi c areas. Many accidents Poor housekeeping: Scrap on fl oors; involving falls occur in dark storerooms spilled liquids; electrical, network or phone • Conduct regular safety inspections of and dim hallways. Check your work area and your work cords; equipment cluttering the aisles; all your work area to identify and remove • Have your vision checked regularly and habits frequently to make sure you are of these scenarios can lead to someone slipping and tripping hazards. change your prescription eye-wear doing all you can to prevent slips, trips, slipping and falling if we simply ignore these • Keep your work area and traffi c areas as required. and falls. Practice good work- hazards. You may think someone else will free of tripping hazards such as stored • Wear footwear that helps you site housekeeping, wear well- take care of it, but that may not happen in materials, scrap, cables, cords and un- to stay on your feet. Shoes fi tting shoes, and pay at- time to prevent an accident. necessary equipment or tools. Tool boxes should be well-fi tting with tention to where you are are common tripping hazards, so keep low heels. Soles should stepping. Dangerous surface conditions: Broken them out of the way. be made of a non-slip or cracked surfaces, protruding nails, dif- • Close drawers and cabinet doors to pre- material for most ferent elevations which are unmarked, torn vent someone from falling over them. work situations. carpets, loose or curled mats and slippery • Promptly clean up all spills. Rainwater Footwear with fi nishes are all hazards. in a doorway, coffee on a hall fl oor, or oil treads or leaking from machinery are all common cleats may Insuffi cient lighting: Dim or incorrect slipping hazards. Help keep the fl oors be called lighting, glare in areas where it is dangerous dry in lunchrooms and washrooms, too. for in or lights which fl icker or “strobe” and cause • Watch where you are going. Don’t try to some perception diffi culties. walk while focusing on your smart phone, jobs. reading something, or carrying an object Inattention to tasks: Carelessness you can’t see over. brought on by inexperience, horseplay, fa- • Don’t walk backwards. Many tripping ac- tigue, or personal problems. cidents occur when a person backs up Alona_S /Shutterstock.com Photo by and trips over something. Improper footwear: Shoes which are • Take your time; don’t run or rush. It is not properly fastened, are too big, too small, especially important to slow down on have slippery bottoms or oversized heels. wet fl oors, icy pavement, and sloped

Health Beat: Laughter Yoga

By Rhonda. P. Kaalund, MA can help to resolve many major work- USAG Stuttgart Army Substance Abuse place issues. Program • By introducing Laughter Yoga to staff, companies have reported a happier Don't let those winter blues get you workplace, increased effi ciency, better down. Laughter Yoga training is offered communication,increase in sales to the Stuttgart community with Certi- and productivity, increased cre- fi ed Laughter Yoga Leaders who provide ativity and better teamwork, training tailored to meet specifi c needs. decrease in illness and ab- Photo by wavebreakmedia /Shutterstock.com wavebreakmedia Photo by senteeism, and a reduction in What is Laughter Yoga? employee turnover. This exercise combines stretching • Laughter Yoga is a powerful tool with forced laughter. Stretching relaxes that can give you a highly mo- the body, while forced laughter eventually Zoonar GmbH/Shutterstock.com Bildagentur Photo by tivated and energetic work- translates into genuine natural laughter, force for maximum produc- boosting mood. tivity and profi tability. • Laughter Yoga is the quick- Here are some facts: est, most effective, most • Laughter Yoga provides the ability to economical way to help laugh at things which previously would employees reduce stress. have caused stress or anger, along with a new sense of forgiveness. • Depressed people seldom laugh, and To experience emo- laughing people are seldom depressed. tion with a chuckle, or • Laughter Yoga has helped thousands to explosive vocal sound overcome depression. in your unit or organi- • Laughter exercises can increase net zation, contact ASAP's supply of oxygen to our body and brain Certified Laughter Yoga which helps to improve effi ciency and leaders to schedule a performance. training at DSN: 431- • Scientifi c research shows that laughter 2530. The Citizen, November 26, 2015 LEISURE Page 11

What’s happening in FMWR Coming to 2015 USAG StUttGArt CySS mobile PatCh theater HolidAy tree liGHtinG reGiStrAtion on rb Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m. on Kelley Barracks Dec. 3, Parent Central Services, Thu Nov 26 — The Good Dinosaur (G) Editor’s note: The movies listing was the Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m. on Panzer Kaserne Robinson Barracks SAC. 12:15 – 2:15 5 p.m. most current at the time of publication. Dec. 3 at 5:30 p.m. on Robinson Barracks p.m. If you live on RB, CYS Services wants Victor Frankenstein (PG-13) Dates are subject to change. Please check Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m. on Patch Barrakcs to save you the drive and give you the op- 7 p.m. with your local theater for the most up-to- portunity to enroll in CYS Services pro- Fri Nov 27 — The Good Dinosaur (G) date schedule. Kelley tHeAter – grams: SKIES, Youth Sports, EDGE and 5 p.m. Victor Frankenstein (PG-13) CommUnity tHeAter more on Robinson Barracks. You must 7 p.m. The next scheduled performance be registered with CYS Services and be Sat Nov 28 — The Good Dinosaur (G) series, “The Sound of Music” is set to able to verify registration. For more infor- 4 p.m. begin in December. Consider buying mation contact Parent Central Services Creed (PG-13) 6 p.m. Sun Nov 29 — The Good Dinosaur (G) season tickets, you can reserve your DSN: 430-7480/civ.0711-680-7480. 4 p.m. tickets and view the full schedule of Creed (PG-13) 6 p.m. upcoming shows at stuttgart.armym- HoHenzollern Mon Nov 30 — Closed wr.com, or call DSN: 421-3055/civ. CHriStmAS mArKet Tue Dec 1 — Closed 0711-729-3055. toUr Wed Dec 2 — Victor Frankenstein (PG-13) 6 p.m. Dec. 5: Hohenzollern Christmas Thu Dec 3 — Creed (PG-13) 6 p.m. AFe Comedy toUr Market Tour, Outdoor Recreation, Panzer Fri Dec 4 — The Peanuts Movie (G) Let the Armed Forces Enter- Kaserne. Find the perfect Christmas gift 6 p.m. tainment "Zero Dark Nerdy Tour" get for your loved ones at the Hohenzollern Krampus (PG-13) 9 p.m. you through your weekday day blues Christmas Market. $50 per adult, $40 Sat Dec 5 — The Good Dinosaur (PG) 3 p.m. Dec. 2 at Panzer Fitness Center, 8-10 per youth (17 and under). Price includes Krampus (PG-13) 6 p.m. © 2015 - StudioCanal / p.m. Enjoy a free comedy show in the transportation, ODR escort, shuttle to Hunger Games: Mockingjay Photo courtesy of Movieweb.com Panzer Fitness Center as 5 hilarious castle and entrance to castle grounds. – Part 2 (PG-13) 9 p.m. In The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2, the comedians tickle your funny bone Register by Dec. 3. Trip departs 10 a.m. Sun Dec 6 — The Good Dinosaur in 3D war of Panem escalates to the destruction of (PG) 4 p.m. with sidesplitting jokes. Show is for and returns approximately 11 p.m. DSN other districts by the Capitol. Katniss Everdeen, Creed (PG-13) 7 p.m. mature audience only. Enjoy a meet 431-2774/civ. 07031-152774. Mon Dec 7 — Closed the reluctant leader of the rebellion, must bring and greet session with comedians Tue Dec 8 — Closed together an army against President Snow, while after the show. DSN: 430-2110/civ. For more Family and MWR events, Wed Dec 9 — Krampus (PG-13) 6 p.m. all she holds dear hangs in the balance. 0711-680-2110. visit www.stuttgart.armymwr.com.

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DSN 421-3055/CIV 0711-729-3055 DSN 431-2774/CIV 07031-15-2774 CIV 07141-879-150 Page 12 Leisure The Citizen, November 26, 2015 The Citizen, November 26, 2015 Leisure Page 13 Esslingen Mittelaltermarkt: a medieval affair Ludwigsburg’s baroque-inspired market for about 600 years to enter Esslingen’s play roulette with a live mouse. medieval era, according to Esslingen’s “It’s the most impressive Christmas By Carola Meusel Christmas market, which is, according Try Swabian pizza Tyrol (Grödner Tal).  e nativity scene is Stadtmarketing and Tourist O ce, which market I have ever seen in Germany. I USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce to the Ludwigsburg Tourist Information’s Patrons to the Ludwigsburg mar- set up in front of Ludwigsburg’s Protestant is responsible for organizing the Christmas like the historic setting since it perfectly website, one of Germany’s most beautiful ket can also indulge in a Swabian delight Church at the market square. market each year. matches the medieval theme of the mar- A baroque-inspired Christmas village baroque Christmas markets. called “Holzofendinnede,” or Swabian  e market also features a multifac-  e market aims to be authentic for ket which truly takes visitors back in time,” is located in Ludwigsburg’s historic down- “Visitors to Ludwigsburg are mainly pizza, which is typically baked in a wood eted entertainment program with local visitors to truly experience the Middle Morales said. town area.  e market is illuminated by impressed by the Christmas market’s one- burning oven.  e Holzofendinnede is choirs, orchestras and artists, as well as Ages.  at is why all vendors, artists and “It’s also interesting to see people wear- arches and gates made up of thousands of-a-kind atmosphere,” said Meike Wätjen, topped with potatoes, bacon, onions or theater performances, swing, jazz, folk and cra smen wear the typical medieval gar- ing the traditional period costumes.  e of tiny lights. More than 170 stands o er from Ludwigsburg’s press department. with sour cream, and is served at several gospel concerts held every evening and on ments approaching visitors using the lan- vendors are coming from all over Europe Christmas decorations, handmade can- “ e market square itself, with its two ba- booths throughout the market. weekends. guage of medieval times. and that’s great to experience as well,” he dles, jewelry and much more.  e market roque churches, sets the stage for arches Another highlight is the freshly baked  e market o ers a daily a ernoon Visitors will have the opportunity to added. is also famous for its freshly baked ginger- and gates which are made of thousands of gingerbread or “Lebkuchen” from Konrad children’s program with clowns, magi- witness the 3,000-year-old art of glass- People who lived during the Middle bread and “Holzofendinnede,” or Swabian tiny lights that span across the market and Friedmann and Stefan Koch, the mar- cians, ventriloquists and a puppet theater. blowing, which peaked during the late Ages also had a penchant for eating. pizza. illuminate the Christmas village.” ket’s o cial gingerbread bakers. In 2009, Children can also enjoy a ride on a Ferris Middle Ages. Another highlight will be  erefore, visitors will  nd a variety of Year-round, visitors to Ludwigsburg  e market features more than 170 Friedmann and Koch set the Guinness wheel and an antique merry-go-round. the blacksmith’s shop, where people can food ranging from hearty meat dishes, can enjoy the city’s rich culture, including festively decorated booths and its layout Book world record by baking gingerbread For the Ludwigsburg “Christmas  nd silver jewelry, lanterns, swords and brats and soups to oriental, organic and one of Germany’s largest baroque castles, is modeled a er a classic baroque garden. one kilometer in length. Spectacular,” King Friedrich I, the  rst decorated boxes. vegetarian delicacies. For dessert, they can as well as two baroque churches and many  e roomy passages make it easy for Visitors to the market can also witness king of Württemberg, will “reappear” with  e letterpress was revolutionary try a baked apple covered in vanilla sauce other historic landmarks. visitors to shop and enjoy the market’s of- the 3,000-year-old art of glassblowing or his royal entourage at the market every during the Middle Ages, and visitors can with raisins and nuts. During the Ludwigsburg Baroque ferings: Glühwein, crepes, Schupfnudeln stop by the brush maker’s shop to watch Saturday at 1 p.m. to bring Ludwigsburg’s learn more about the process of printing “I really like the delicious ‘medieval Christmas Market, the city adds a spark (Swabian potato noodles with cab- the making of various household brushes baroque past back to life. at the “Druckerey” (printing shop).  ey hot pockets’  lled with bacon and cheese,” to its history by festively illuminating the bage) and Maroni (roasted chestnuts), and brooms. can also purchase hand-cra ed baskets, Morales said. landmarks and turning the city into a handmade silk scarves, jewelry, antique Since 2010, the market began to dis- is year’s Christmas market runs furniture, woven scarves and many other  e typical medieval honey wine, Christmas village. Christmas ornaments, pottery, angel  gu- play a “Salcher-Krippe,” or nativity scene, through Dec. 22. e market is open daily

Photo by Frank Gaertner / Shutterstock.com medieval-inspired products. or “Met,” an alcoholic drink made out of Four majestic angels greet visitors with rines, wooden Christmas pyramids and made exclusively for the market. Its wood- from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more informa- “ e market is an adventure. People honey, water, fruit juices, spicy herbs and their illuminated wings as they enter the smokers from the Erz Mountain region. en  gurines were handcra ed in South tion, visit www.ludwigsburg.de. By Carola Meusel cra smen selling wares, and roast- can truly see and experience what every- yeast — also known as “viking’s blood” — USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce ed pig on a spit — during Esslingen’s day life was like during medieval times,” is served in clay mugs. “Mittelaltermarkt,” or medieval market, said Sgt. Ian Morales of American Forces People who are still not warmed up af- Esslingen’s medieval Christmas mar- and the Weihnachtsmarkt, or Christmas Network Stuttgart. ter drinking this medieval brew can stop Other local Christmas markets ket features over 180 booths and huts in market. During the market, visitors will be able by the bathing house, for a hot bath in a STUTTGART NOV. 25 TO DEC. 23 RUDERSBERG NOV. 27-29/ DEC. 4-6/ ECHTERDINGEN NOV. 28/ DEC. 5/ DEC. the city center. Costumed vendors o er  e traditional Christmas market is to watch the cra smen conducting and of- wooden tub. Located in the downtown area and DEC. 11-13/ DEC. 18-20 12/ DEC. 19 arts and cra s, food and drink, plus there’s located at Marktplatz, or market square, fering their work, and they can also partic- From the sights and sounds to the spans from Marktplatz to Schillerplatz, In “Alte Rathausplatz,” open on week- Located at Rathausplatz in the down- plenty of entertainment, such as jugglers, while the medieval market winds its way ipate and get the hands-on experience by tastes of food and experiences, visitors to Karlsplatz and Schlossplatz. Open Monday ends only: Friday from 5-10 p.m., Saturday town area, open on Saturdays only from  re-breathers and jousting. from the old town hall to Hafenmarkt. creating their own handmade piece of art. Esslingen’s medieval market will feel as if to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and from 2-10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visitors to Esslingen are o en im-  e medieval market features arts and “Personally, I enjoy looking at the they’ve been transported back in time. Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Winter- to 8 p.m. pressed by the city’s medieval character cra s, homemade food, entertainment blacksmith doing his work,” Morales said. traum area is open until Jan. 1, 2016, daily and feel connected to days long gone. and hands-on activities recreating the way  e medieval market also o ers color- is year’s medieval and Christmas from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. On Dec. 31, the FELLBACH DEC. 3-21 During the holiday season, they of life in the Middle Ages. ful entertainment:  re-breathers, jugglers, market runs through Dec. 22. e market market is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Jan. Located in the downtown area and can see those medieval days come back During the Christmas market, the music and medieval dance performances. is open daily from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. For 1, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. around the city’s town hall. Open Monday to life — including traveling minstrels, clock in Esslingen is turned back in time Visitors can also forge their own sword or more information, visit www.esslingen.de. to Friday from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday from BÖBLINGEN NOV. 25-29 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 Located at the Böblingen Lake, open a.m. to 8 p.m. Tübingen’s market: A gift givers paradise daily from noon to 9 p.m. HERRENBERG DEC. 4-6 By Carola Meusel half-timbered houses,” said Rainer atmosphere. “ e combination of the historic MÖHRINGEN NOV. 28 Open Friday from 2-9 p.m., Saturday USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce Kaltenmark, coordinator for the event. Of course, visitors will also  nd downtown area, the creative, handmade Located on Maierstrasse next to Mar- from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from For those still looking for extraor- typical Christmas market treats such o erings, along with the local initiatives, tin’s Church, open for one day only, from 11 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tübingen’s Christmas market spans dinary holiday gi s for loved-ones and as candied almonds, chocolate covered give this Christmas market its very own a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout Tübingen’s historic downtown friends, the Tübingen market is an ideal fruits, hot Glühwein (mulled wine) and identity,” Kaltenmark said. SINDELFINGEN DEC. 4-6 area and features hundreds of decorated place to shop, according to Kaltenmark. “Kinderpunsch,” a non-alcoholic version  is year’s Christmas market will be VAIHINGEN NOV. 28-29 Held throughout the downtown area. huts and booths set up in front of the city’s  e market o ers a broad and unique of the winter drink typically made of apple held Dec. 11-13.  e market will open Located in downtown Vaihingen and Open Dec. 4 from 6-10 p.m., Dec. 7 from Photo by S.Borisov / Shutterstock.com beautiful half-timbered houses. If you selection of goods. “ ere’s something for or orange juice mixed with cinnamon, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 spans from the town hall to the “Schwaben 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. are looking for an extraordinary holiday everybody’s taste,” Kaltenmark said. fruit tea, lemon and honey. p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Galerie” shopping mall. Open Nov. 28 from to 8 p.m. gi , Tübingen is the ideal place. Most of More than 400 booths will sell hand- Booths featuring French, Hungarian, For more information, visit www.tuebin- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. the goods o ered are handmade: jams made products such as wooden carvings, Indian and Russian foods mirror gen.de. to 7 p.m. The exhibition will be open Nov. BAD CANNSTATT DEC. 5 For more local U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart holiday events, and honey, shawls, gloves, ceramics, toys, nativity scenes, toys, jewelry, felted acces- Tübingen’s diversity and add an interna- Chocoholics beware: Tübingen will 28 from noon to 6 p.m. and Nov. 29 from On Marktstrasse, open for one day only, recipes, religious services, and a detailed list of select Christ- paintings, candles and Christmas tree sories, ceramics, shawls, candles, holiday- tional touch to the Christmas market, host the “ChocolART” chocolate festival 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. decorations. inspired interior decorations and clothing. Kaltenmark said. Dec. 1-6.  e festival will feature more mas markets happening throughout Germany and Europe, During the third advent weekend, Culinary delicacies, such as lavender hon-  e Christmas market will also fea- than 100 chocolatiers from Europe, South SCHORNDORF NOV. 28 TO DEC. 20 LEINFELDEN DEC. 5-6 Dec. 11-13, Tübingen’s city center will ey,  ne oils, mustard and chocolates will be ture an entertainment program with street and North America, and Africa o ering Held throughout the historic downtown Located at “Neuer Markt” in downtown visit the Culture and Leisure section at stuttgartcitizen.com transform into a lively and dazzling o ered as well. musicians and artists at the Marktplatz. A  ne chocolate creations. Chocoholics will area and at the market square in front of the Leinfelden. Holiday concert and choir per- or check out the Holiday Season 2015 Special Edition print Christmas market. According to the Tübingen Tourist stage will also be set up Dec. 13-14 on the be glad to hear that they can sample all town hall. Open Monday to Thursday from 11 formance Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Market open “ e Christmas market makes for Information website, the city’s historic Marktplatz for children’s’ theater perfor- chocolates on the spot. For more informa- a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday to Sunday from Dec. 5 from 3-9 p.m. and Dec. 6 from 11 newspaper, also available online. a splendid setting in the historic down- landmarks will merge with the mar- mances, clowns and live acts, with shows tion, visit the Culture and Leisure section 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. a.m. to 6 p.m. town area, with its hidden alleys and ket booths, resulting in a cozy, jubilant scheduled for 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. at www.stuttgartcitizen.com. Page 12 Leisure The Citizen, November 26, 2015 The Citizen, November 26, 2015 Leisure Page 13 Esslingen Mittelaltermarkt: a medieval affair Ludwigsburg’s baroque-inspired market for about 600 years to enter Esslingen’s play roulette with a live mouse. medieval era, according to Esslingen’s “It’s the most impressive Christmas By Carola Meusel Christmas market, which is, according Try Swabian pizza Tyrol (Grödner Tal).  e nativity scene is Stadtmarketing and Tourist O ce, which market I have ever seen in Germany. I USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce to the Ludwigsburg Tourist Information’s Patrons to the Ludwigsburg mar- set up in front of Ludwigsburg’s Protestant is responsible for organizing the Christmas like the historic setting since it perfectly website, one of Germany’s most beautiful ket can also indulge in a Swabian delight Church at the market square. market each year. matches the medieval theme of the mar- A baroque-inspired Christmas village baroque Christmas markets. called “Holzofendinnede,” or Swabian  e market also features a multifac-  e market aims to be authentic for ket which truly takes visitors back in time,” is located in Ludwigsburg’s historic down- “Visitors to Ludwigsburg are mainly pizza, which is typically baked in a wood eted entertainment program with local visitors to truly experience the Middle Morales said. town area.  e market is illuminated by impressed by the Christmas market’s one- burning oven.  e Holzofendinnede is choirs, orchestras and artists, as well as Ages.  at is why all vendors, artists and “It’s also interesting to see people wear- arches and gates made up of thousands of-a-kind atmosphere,” said Meike Wätjen, topped with potatoes, bacon, onions or theater performances, swing, jazz, folk and cra smen wear the typical medieval gar- ing the traditional period costumes.  e of tiny lights. More than 170 stands o er from Ludwigsburg’s press department. with sour cream, and is served at several gospel concerts held every evening and on ments approaching visitors using the lan- vendors are coming from all over Europe Christmas decorations, handmade can- “ e market square itself, with its two ba- booths throughout the market. weekends. guage of medieval times. and that’s great to experience as well,” he dles, jewelry and much more.  e market roque churches, sets the stage for arches Another highlight is the freshly baked  e market o ers a daily a ernoon Visitors will have the opportunity to added. is also famous for its freshly baked ginger- and gates which are made of thousands of gingerbread or “Lebkuchen” from Konrad children’s program with clowns, magi- witness the 3,000-year-old art of glass- People who lived during the Middle bread and “Holzofendinnede,” or Swabian tiny lights that span across the market and Friedmann and Stefan Koch, the mar- cians, ventriloquists and a puppet theater. blowing, which peaked during the late Ages also had a penchant for eating. pizza. illuminate the Christmas village.” ket’s o cial gingerbread bakers. In 2009, Children can also enjoy a ride on a Ferris Middle Ages. Another highlight will be  erefore, visitors will  nd a variety of Year-round, visitors to Ludwigsburg  e market features more than 170 Friedmann and Koch set the Guinness wheel and an antique merry-go-round. the blacksmith’s shop, where people can food ranging from hearty meat dishes, can enjoy the city’s rich culture, including festively decorated booths and its layout Book world record by baking gingerbread For the Ludwigsburg “Christmas  nd silver jewelry, lanterns, swords and brats and soups to oriental, organic and one of Germany’s largest baroque castles, is modeled a er a classic baroque garden. one kilometer in length. Spectacular,” King Friedrich I, the  rst decorated boxes. vegetarian delicacies. For dessert, they can as well as two baroque churches and many  e roomy passages make it easy for Visitors to the market can also witness king of Württemberg, will “reappear” with  e letterpress was revolutionary try a baked apple covered in vanilla sauce other historic landmarks. visitors to shop and enjoy the market’s of- the 3,000-year-old art of glassblowing or his royal entourage at the market every during the Middle Ages, and visitors can with raisins and nuts. During the Ludwigsburg Baroque ferings: Glühwein, crepes, Schupfnudeln stop by the brush maker’s shop to watch Saturday at 1 p.m. to bring Ludwigsburg’s learn more about the process of printing “I really like the delicious ‘medieval Christmas Market, the city adds a spark (Swabian potato noodles with cab- the making of various household brushes baroque past back to life. at the “Druckerey” (printing shop).  ey hot pockets’  lled with bacon and cheese,” to its history by festively illuminating the bage) and Maroni (roasted chestnuts), and brooms. can also purchase hand-cra ed baskets, Morales said. landmarks and turning the city into a handmade silk scarves, jewelry, antique Since 2010, the market began to dis- is year’s Christmas market runs furniture, woven scarves and many other  e typical medieval honey wine, Christmas village. Christmas ornaments, pottery, angel  gu- play a “Salcher-Krippe,” or nativity scene, through Dec. 22. e market is open daily

Photo by Frank Gaertner / Shutterstock.com medieval-inspired products. or “Met,” an alcoholic drink made out of Four majestic angels greet visitors with rines, wooden Christmas pyramids and made exclusively for the market. Its wood- from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more informa- “ e market is an adventure. People honey, water, fruit juices, spicy herbs and their illuminated wings as they enter the smokers from the Erz Mountain region. en  gurines were handcra ed in South tion, visit www.ludwigsburg.de. By Carola Meusel cra smen selling wares, and roast- can truly see and experience what every- yeast — also known as “viking’s blood” — USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce ed pig on a spit — during Esslingen’s day life was like during medieval times,” is served in clay mugs. “Mittelaltermarkt,” or medieval market, said Sgt. Ian Morales of American Forces People who are still not warmed up af- Esslingen’s medieval Christmas mar- and the Weihnachtsmarkt, or Christmas Network Stuttgart. ter drinking this medieval brew can stop Other local Christmas markets ket features over 180 booths and huts in market. During the market, visitors will be able by the bathing house, for a hot bath in a STUTTGART NOV. 25 TO DEC. 23 RUDERSBERG NOV. 27-29/ DEC. 4-6/ ECHTERDINGEN NOV. 28/ DEC. 5/ DEC. the city center. Costumed vendors o er  e traditional Christmas market is to watch the cra smen conducting and of- wooden tub. Located in the downtown area and DEC. 11-13/ DEC. 18-20 12/ DEC. 19 arts and cra s, food and drink, plus there’s located at Marktplatz, or market square, fering their work, and they can also partic- From the sights and sounds to the spans from Marktplatz to Schillerplatz, In “Alte Rathausplatz,” open on week- Located at Rathausplatz in the down- plenty of entertainment, such as jugglers, while the medieval market winds its way ipate and get the hands-on experience by tastes of food and experiences, visitors to Karlsplatz and Schlossplatz. Open Monday ends only: Friday from 5-10 p.m., Saturday town area, open on Saturdays only from  re-breathers and jousting. from the old town hall to Hafenmarkt. creating their own handmade piece of art. Esslingen’s medieval market will feel as if to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and from 2-10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visitors to Esslingen are o en im-  e medieval market features arts and “Personally, I enjoy looking at the they’ve been transported back in time. Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Winter- to 8 p.m. pressed by the city’s medieval character cra s, homemade food, entertainment blacksmith doing his work,” Morales said. traum area is open until Jan. 1, 2016, daily and feel connected to days long gone. and hands-on activities recreating the way  e medieval market also o ers color- is year’s medieval and Christmas from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. On Dec. 31, the FELLBACH DEC. 3-21 During the holiday season, they of life in the Middle Ages. ful entertainment:  re-breathers, jugglers, market runs through Dec. 22. e market market is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Jan. Located in the downtown area and can see those medieval days come back During the Christmas market, the music and medieval dance performances. is open daily from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. For 1, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. around the city’s town hall. Open Monday to life — including traveling minstrels, clock in Esslingen is turned back in time Visitors can also forge their own sword or more information, visit www.esslingen.de. to Friday from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday from BÖBLINGEN NOV. 25-29 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 Located at the Böblingen Lake, open a.m. to 8 p.m. Tübingen’s market: A gift givers paradise daily from noon to 9 p.m. HERRENBERG DEC. 4-6 By Carola Meusel half-timbered houses,” said Rainer atmosphere. “ e combination of the historic MÖHRINGEN NOV. 28 Open Friday from 2-9 p.m., Saturday USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Offi ce Kaltenmark, coordinator for the event. Of course, visitors will also  nd downtown area, the creative, handmade Located on Maierstrasse next to Mar- from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from For those still looking for extraor- typical Christmas market treats such o erings, along with the local initiatives, tin’s Church, open for one day only, from 11 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tübingen’s Christmas market spans dinary holiday gi s for loved-ones and as candied almonds, chocolate covered give this Christmas market its very own a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout Tübingen’s historic downtown friends, the Tübingen market is an ideal fruits, hot Glühwein (mulled wine) and identity,” Kaltenmark said. SINDELFINGEN DEC. 4-6 area and features hundreds of decorated place to shop, according to Kaltenmark. “Kinderpunsch,” a non-alcoholic version  is year’s Christmas market will be VAIHINGEN NOV. 28-29 Held throughout the downtown area. huts and booths set up in front of the city’s  e market o ers a broad and unique of the winter drink typically made of apple held Dec. 11-13.  e market will open Located in downtown Vaihingen and Open Dec. 4 from 6-10 p.m., Dec. 7 from Photo by S.Borisov / Shutterstock.com beautiful half-timbered houses. If you selection of goods. “ ere’s something for or orange juice mixed with cinnamon, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 spans from the town hall to the “Schwaben 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. are looking for an extraordinary holiday everybody’s taste,” Kaltenmark said. fruit tea, lemon and honey. p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Galerie” shopping mall. Open Nov. 28 from to 8 p.m. gi , Tübingen is the ideal place. Most of More than 400 booths will sell hand- Booths featuring French, Hungarian, For more information, visit www.tuebin- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. the goods o ered are handmade: jams made products such as wooden carvings, Indian and Russian foods mirror gen.de. to 7 p.m. The exhibition will be open Nov. BAD CANNSTATT DEC. 5 For more local U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart holiday events, and honey, shawls, gloves, ceramics, toys, nativity scenes, toys, jewelry, felted acces- Tübingen’s diversity and add an interna- Chocoholics beware: Tübingen will 28 from noon to 6 p.m. and Nov. 29 from On Marktstrasse, open for one day only, recipes, religious services, and a detailed list of select Christ- paintings, candles and Christmas tree sories, ceramics, shawls, candles, holiday- tional touch to the Christmas market, host the “ChocolART” chocolate festival 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. decorations. inspired interior decorations and clothing. Kaltenmark said. Dec. 1-6.  e festival will feature more mas markets happening throughout Germany and Europe, During the third advent weekend, Culinary delicacies, such as lavender hon-  e Christmas market will also fea- than 100 chocolatiers from Europe, South SCHORNDORF NOV. 28 TO DEC. 20 LEINFELDEN DEC. 5-6 Dec. 11-13, Tübingen’s city center will ey,  ne oils, mustard and chocolates will be ture an entertainment program with street and North America, and Africa o ering Held throughout the historic downtown Located at “Neuer Markt” in downtown visit the Culture and Leisure section at stuttgartcitizen.com transform into a lively and dazzling o ered as well. musicians and artists at the Marktplatz. A  ne chocolate creations. Chocoholics will area and at the market square in front of the Leinfelden. Holiday concert and choir per- or check out the Holiday Season 2015 Special Edition print Christmas market. According to the Tübingen Tourist stage will also be set up Dec. 13-14 on the be glad to hear that they can sample all town hall. Open Monday to Thursday from 11 formance Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Market open “ e Christmas market makes for Information website, the city’s historic Marktplatz for children’s’ theater perfor- chocolates on the spot. For more informa- a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday to Sunday from Dec. 5 from 3-9 p.m. and Dec. 6 from 11 newspaper, also available online. a splendid setting in the historic down- landmarks will merge with the mar- mances, clowns and live acts, with shows tion, visit the Culture and Leisure section 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. a.m. to 6 p.m. town area, with its hidden alleys and ket booths, resulting in a cozy, jubilant scheduled for 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. at www.stuttgartcitizen.com. Page 14 The Citizen, November 26, 2015 Take a look at what’s going on in Stuttgart’s schools. SPACE CAMP

“Pilot” Riley Turbak and “Commander” William Russell of the Space Shuttle At-  lantis during their satellite repair mission. — Photo by Paula Sloan

Jake Blaser and his partner are working on the microgravity wall. This exercise is simulating a space walk to repair a dam- aged satellite. — Photo by Paula Sloan 

Young Astronaut Jake Blaser work- ing in the “Five Degrees of Freedom Chair.” His mission is to open up  the locked box and retrieve needed mission-essential information. — Photo by Paula Sloan

The Young Astronauts Club of Patch Middle School proudly display their Space Camp graduation certifi cates. — Photo by Paula Sloan  The Citizen, November 26, 2015 Page 15

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Lorddo off the DanceDance EVENTS Naturkundemuseum presents a huge SPORTS visual Advent calendar on which one Wed, Dec 2 window will be opened every day. In Stuttgart, Porsche-Arena Magic Christmas in Alsace context with the calendar prizes can Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance is an Basketball Fri, Nov 20 – Wed, Dec 31 be won. Of course you can find Christ- extraordinary show that attracts viewers Sat, Dec 5 Colmar, city center mas delicacies, decoration, an ice rink from near and far. Be part of the show on Ludwigsburg, MHP Arena The magic of Christmas in Colmar is an and special programs for children as December 2 in Stuttgart in the Porsche- Let’s get ready to cheer on the MHP Riesen old fashion traditional Christmas market well. Opening hours are every day from Arena. Lord of the Dance: Dangerous on December 5 as they play against Phoenix that will start from November 20 to De- 10.30 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. and 11 a.m. to Games features new costumes and cho- Hagen. Game starts at 8.30 p.m. and ticket cember 31. Let yourself be amazed by 8 p.m. on Sundays. For more info see reography. Ticket price starts at €64.85. price starts at €14. For more information visit the 5 different magic Christmas markets www.weihnachtsmarkt-reutlingen.de The show starts at 8 p.m. For more in- www.mhp-riesen-ludwigsburg.de in a unique setting in the Alsace. Pur- formation about the show and further Arts & crafts market chase anything from arts and crafts to shows go to www.lordofthedance.com CONCERTS mulled wine and even your fresh Christ- Sat, Nov 28 & Sun, Nov 29 mas tree. The little ones will have the Fellbach, Schwabenlandhalle Holiday on Ice opportunity to ride the carousel and even Enjoy the 31st Freizeit-Kunst & Kunst- Thu, Dec 10 Beethoven´s 9th post a letter to Santa. Children will be gewerbemarkt (arts and crafts market) Stuttgart, Porsche-Arena Fri, Dec 27 singing Christmas songs on small boats at the Schwabenlandhalle Fellbach No- The Porsche-Arena Stuttgart will host the Stuttgart, Liederhalle in the petite picturesque Venice. To fi nd vember 28 and 29. Opening hours are world’s most popular ice show “Holiday Beethoven’s 9th symphony, a symbol for out more about what else is going on at from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and on Ice” on December 10 based on Ro- peace and understanding among nations, the market visit www.noel-colmar.com 11 a.m to 5 p.m. on Sunday. In the 3,000 meo and Juliet. This show has drawn is a beloved song to celebrate the New sqm big hall around 200 craftsmen and more than 325 million visitors. Each Year all over the world. Munich’s Sym- Christmas market artists will present handmade work visitor marvels at their extravagant cos- phonists agree and decided to play at the Thu, Nov 26 – Sun, Dec 20 pieces from pottery to dolls, teddies tumes and exciting acrobatics which Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Liederhalle Schwäbisch Hall, Marktplatz and fashion. A children’s program of- are supported by glamorous light shows in Stuttgart on December 27 from 4 p.m. Enjoy the scent of Glühwein and roast- fers creative activities. For more info see and thrilling music. Ticket price starts Thanks to a harmonic choir’s perfor- ed almonds at the Christmas Market www.kunstmarkt.rjesounds.de at €29.90. For more information go to mance of Schiller’s “An die Freude,” this in Schwäbisch Hall from November 26 www.holidayonice.com concert is not to be missed. Ticket price to December 20. At the marktplatz a ChocolART start at €29.For more information go to huge variety of Christmas decoration Tue, Dec 1 – Sun, Dec 6 Weltweihnachtscircus www.stuttgart.de and delicacies will be offered while Tübingen, city center Thu, Dec 10 – Mon, Jan 10 Christmas carols will be played by Germany’s largest chocolate festival in Stuttgart, Cannstatter Wasen New Year’s concert choirs and brass bands. Opening hours Tübingen will be from December 1 - 6. The traditional Weltweihnachtscircus Thu, Dec 31 are Sunday to Thursday from 11 a.m. For the 10th time with over 100 inter- Stuttgart (World Christmas Circus) will Stuttgart, Liederhalle to 8 p.m. and Friday to Saturday from national top chocolatiers coming from take place at the Cannstatter Wasen from Stuttgart invites you to their annual 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more info see Africa, North and South America and Eu- December 10 to January 6. It is part of New Year’s concert at the Kultur- und www.schwaebischhall.de rope are here to honor the cocoa bean. the tradition that winners of the “Golden Kongresszentrum Liederhalle on De- Chocolate lovers from near and far will Clown” prize from the Circus festival in cember 31 for a musical fireworks dis- Christmas market gather to try out delicious handmade Monte Carlo present their program in the play from 5 p.m. Festive sounds, classic Thu, Nov 26 – Tue, Dec 22 fi ne chocolates. Admission is free, so Weltweihnachtscircus. This year’s high- tunes by Beethoven and co and elegant Reutlingen, city center that bit of extra cash spared can be light will be the world premiere of the decorations await to be heard and seen A great Christmas Market in Reutlin- used to purchase any chocolates your biggest parrot show in the world with 50 to celebrate the turn of the year in style. gen’s city center will await you from heart desires. For more information go to birds. For more info, tickets and dates see Admission starts at €28. For more infor- November 26 to December 22. The www.chocolart.de www.weltweihnachtscircus.de. mation go to www.stuttgart.de More events on: www.MilitaryInGermany.com The Citizen, November 26, 2015 Page 17

Keep the faith!

Bible Church of Stuttgart Holding Forth the Word of Life Phil. 2:16 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Coffee 10:30 a.m. Thursday Prayer Meeting 7:00 p.m. Pastor Bob Matthews | cell: 0176-567-34427 | offi ce: 0711-93388243 Schockenriedstrasse 42 | 70565 Vaihingen www.bible-church-of-stuttgart.com

You are important at: International Baptist Church of Stuttgart Worship Services Sunday - 0930 & 1130 Saturday - 18 00 AWANA: Sunday 17 00 Pastor’s Bible Study/Prayer Meeting: Wednesday 19 00 Other Opportunities: Small Group & Bible Studies Men’s, Women’s & Young Adult Ministries Untere Waldplätze 38 • 70569 Stuttgart-Vaihingen (across the street from Patch) www.ibcstuttgart.de • 0711 - 687 - 4365

Service Times: Sunday School...... 10 am Sunday Preaching...... 11 am Sunday Evening...... 6 pm Wednesday (Prayer & Bible study)... .7 pm Nursery provided each service Schulze-Delitzsch-Str. 30 70565 Vaihingen Victory Baptist Church Pastor F. Moser Stuttgart, Germany Pastor’s Phone: 0160-9278-8754 Church Phone: 0711-696-0785 Independent, Fundamental, KJV Serving the U.S. Military & English speaking victorybaptistchurchstuttgart.org community of Stuttgart, Germany since 1998 „A Church Home abroad.“ Page 18 The Citizen, November 26, 2015

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Center Operations Specialist, USO Spangdahlem Spangdahlem A.B., Germany • High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. • 0-3 years work experience in retail, customer service, recreation fa- cility or related role. Relevant experience in a not-for-profi t, military, multicultural and/or global organization preferred. • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. General knowledge Description/Job Summary of military community preferred. • The Center Operations Specialist is responsible for maintaining • Demonstrated profi ciency in written and oral communications as well a warm, friendly, inviting environment for troops as well as as knowledge of various software programs including but not limited to assisting with the day-to-day activities of a USO Center during an Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. assigned shift. • Fluency in English with the ability to speak, read, and write in the Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Duties) language of the host and neighboring countries preferred. • Meet, greet, welcome and assist visiting guests. Orient and assist • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to interact guests with center amenities, tours, classes, programs and services. with USO Leadership, the general public and military audiences at a Provide quality customer service in a variety of areas, including variety of levels with integrity and professionalism. • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment related to contro- DISTRIBUTOR but not limited to relevant, informative travel advice and complaint resolution.* versial and/or culturally sensitive subjects. Ability to handle confi dential •Monitor and maintain readiness, availability, and cleanliness of activ- information with tact and poise. ity and lounge areas (i.e. check-in area, coffee/snack stations, com- Must be punctual, organized and self-motivated, with the ability to puter stations, media/gaming rooms, kitchen/café areas, pavilions/ quickly and easily adapt to changing organizational needs. patios and outdoor areas, rest rooms, offi ces, storage rooms, etc.).* • Ability to achieve desired results while working collaboratively in a • Monitor and maintain operability for all facilities and equipment team environment. • Ability to perform basic math and follow proper cash/donation handling NEEDED! (i.e. coffee makers, popcorn machines, telephones, computers, Wi-Fi accessibility, cash registers, gaming consoles, etc.).* Monitor supply and reporting procedures. inventory and replenish stock.* • Ability to obtain and maintain proper credentials necessary to access AdvantiPro is looking for a distributor for • Supervise volunteers during assigned shift, ensuring that quality USO Center locations and facilities including but not limited to security, The Citizen in Stuttgart. customer service and support is provided in a manner consistent with credit and/or background screening, SOFA status, valid driver’s license. service delivery standards, as well as USO Policies, Procedures and • Must be a strong advocate of the USO’s mission to lift the spirits of Core Values.* America’s troops and their families. Are you friendly, reliable and enjoy service to • Process cash or credit card sales, balancing money and credit charges with cash register totals at the beginning and end of assigned Details the community? If you are in good shape, able shift. Maintain customer profi le records in Daily Cash Receipts Log.* This is position is located at Spangdahlem Air Base in Spangdahlem, to lift bundles of newspapers and are looking Assist with programs and events as needed.* Germany. Preference will be given to local candidates within commuting • As directed by Center Manager and/or Regional Leadership, assume distance to the location. for a mini-job (2 - 4 days a month) responsibility for center operations as needed. Relocation Assistance is not provided. • Other duties as assigned. Resume and Cover Letter are required for full consideration. - get in touch with us! Required Qualifi cations • Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors necessary to Please apply online at: http://www.uso.org/ Send your resume to [email protected] perform the job successfully. Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable. careers/ and click on “View Our Job Openings” or fax to: 0631-30 33 55 44 0UBLISHING(OUSEs!DVERTISING!GENCY Black Friday

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