Sending a Message of Committment to NATO News

Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017 Volume 10, Issue 1

Published for members of the SHAPE/Chièvres, Brussels and Schinnen communities

Benelux news briefs Chili cook-off Bring your chili to be rated, Jan. 17 to the Chièvres Lodge from 6 to 8 p.m. and become a Chili Champion. Happy 2017 405th AFSB Services Through March 2017, the Supply & Services Division at Chièvres and Schinnen as well as the Main- tenance Division at Chièvres will close every Thursday afternoon starting at 1 p.m. for training. Chièvres Exchange Due to their annual inventory, the Chièvres Main Store and Military Clothing Sales Store will be closed all day Jan. 18. Schinnen Troop Store The hours during inventory are: Jan. 12 - Closed Jan. 13 - Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Schinnen Gas Station The hours during inventory are: Jan. 12 - Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 13 - Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Schinnen road construction The N298 from Nuth to Hoens- broek will be closed for traffic through April 2018. Diversion will lead traffic through Vaes- rade and Hommert to Hoens- broek. The access road to the A76 from Schinnen direction Heerlen will also be closed through April 2018. Eric Daniel

Table of Contents Sending a message of committment to NATO News...... 1-4 Inside the gate...... 5-6 Outside the gate...... 7 The sun disappears below the horizon at Chièvres, Belgium, creating warm colors in the surrounding sky. (U.S. Army photo by Cis Spook) Jan. 12, 2017 Flanders and Wallonia now have different speed limits Whether you are driving from Belgium to the Netherlands or to Flanders Wallonia Germany, you might be driving through the two main areas in Bel- Residential areas 20 km/h 20 km/h gium: Flanders and Wallonia. Towing 25 km/h 25 km/h As of the new year, Flanders has changed some of the traffic Zone 30 30 km/h 30 km/h speed limits only in its area which means that some speed limits Speed bump 30 km/h 30 km/h will be different in Flanders compared to Wallonia. Within city limits 50 km/h 50 km/h As a general rule, the speed limit outside city limits in Flanders is Outside city limits 70 km/h 90 km/h now 70 km per hour. There are some exceptions to this rule but in the Four lanes 90 km/h 120 km/h * absence of speed signs, the rule is 70 km per hour, outside city limits. Highways 120 km/h 120 km/h Check the speed differences between Flanders and Wallonia in * Only if there is a physical divider if not, the rule the table, it can save you some speeding tickets. is 90 km/h.

Brussels airport shuttle service suspended

The shuttle from Chièvres to the Brussels Airport is suspended for an indefinite period of time. SATO Travel can arrange to pick up customers who need transportation to the airport. Also check http://www.transnavettes-hainaut.be for some companies that provide the service or the Belgian railway, www.belgianrail.be.

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[2] Jan. 12, 2017 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - A day on, not a day off Special to the Gazette January 16, 2017 will mark the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther Church in Montgomery, Alabama. While there, he was an King, Jr. federal holiday. This milestone is a perfect op- instrumental leader in the Montgomery Bus Boycott, made portunity to honor Dr. King's legacy. famous by the nonviolent resistance and arrest of Rosa King believed in a nation of freedom and justice for all, Parks. He resigned this position in 1959 to move back to and encouraged all citizens to live up to the purpose and Atlanta to direct the activities of the Southern Christian potential of America by applying the principles of nonvio- Leadership Conference. lence to make this country a better place to live--creating From 1960 until his death in 1968, he also served as the Beloved Community. co-pastor with his father at Ebenezer Baptist Church. King King was a vital figure of the modern era and a pivotal was arrested 30 times for his participation in civil rights figure in the Civil Rights Movement. His lectures and dia- activities. logues stirred the concern and sparked the conscience of King was shot while standing on the balcony of the Lor- a generation. His charismatic leadership inspired men and raine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee and died on April 4, women, young and old, in this nation and around the world. 1968. He had gone to Memphis to help lead sanitation Following in the footsteps of his father, in February 1948, workers in a protest against low wages and intolerable at the age of 19, King entered the Christian ministry and was working conditions. ordained at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. In 1954, After a long struggle, legislation was signed in 1983 upon completion of graduate studies at Boston University, creating a federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. he accepted a call to serve at the Dexter Avenue Baptist Martin Luther King, Jr. Events held in the Benelux honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr:

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration Jan. 16 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the SHAPE International Library (Bldg. 307) Event is open to all. Refreshments will be served.

Commemoration of the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and third annual cook-off Jan. 13 starting at 11 a.m. at the Dutch cantina, Schinnen.

Hosted by the U.S. Coast Guard

[3] Jan. 12, 2017 Army Community Services help you get around By Lindita Celaj USAG Benelux ACS Relocation Program Manager Are you new in our community? Bienvenue au Benelux, welcome to the Benelux. Belgium and the Netherlands are located in the heart of Europe, giving you the opportunity to travel and experience the diverse cultures and history of our host countries and its neighboring nations. Chocolates, waffles, beer, and French fries are really good here, however, the best of Benelux are the people. Become active and make new friends as you settle in your new home. Army Community Service (ACS) offers services and programs to assist you during your relocation, to include a monthly Host Nation Orientation provided at the three USAG Benelux sites (Chièvres, Brussels, Schinnen) for newcomers in order to ease the transition. Briefings are provided to prepare Service Members, DoD civilians and their families to life in Belgium or the Netherlands and to acquaint them with the services offered in the local communities. Plan to attend the two-day Host Nation Orientation soon after you arrive. You will learn about Belgian or Dutch customs and culture, learn some helpful phrases in the local language, take a tour of a nearby city, learn to use the public transportation system and visit a local hospital where emergency and specialty care is provided. ACS can provide Cis Spook assistance before Picture Courtesy Archive Picture Grand'Place in Brussels, Belgium and after you arrive in country. You can contact ACS, Bldg. 318, SHAPE at DSN 366-6824 or civilian (32)65-326824; ACS, Brussels at DSN 368- 9729 or civilian (32)2-7179729 and ACS Schinnen, the Netherlands at DSN 360-7269/7500 or civilian (31)46- 4437269/7500. Square in Mons, Belgium

Huis Ter Borch, Schinnen, the Netherlands

[4] Jan. 12, 2017 All communities Jan. 12 • Mindful Yoga Therapy VTC Class - Sponsored by ACS and facilitated by certiﬁ ed Yoga instructor. Contact ACS Schinnen at DSN 360-7500 or civilian +31 (0)46-4437500 for additional information. Jan. 18 • Budgeting for College VTC Class - Held from 2 to 3 p.m. to discuss college 529 plans, funding college with investment products, scholarships, grants and choosing careers. To register for this VTC Class, contact ACS at SHAPE at DSN 366-6824 or civilian 065-326824; ACS at Brussels at DSN 368-9783 or civilian 02-7179783 or ACS at Schinnen at DSN 360-7500 or civilian +31 (0)464437500. Jan. 19 • Overcoming Winter Blues VTC Class - Held from 10 a.m. to noon to learn techniques on how to change your lifestyle to feel better. To register for this VTC Class, contact ACS at SHAPE at DSN 366-6824 or civilian 065- 326824; ACS at Brussels at DSN 368-9783 or civilian 02-7179783 or ACS at Schinnen at DSN 360-7500 or civilian +31 (0)464437500. Jan. 25 • Making A Financial Plan VTC Class - Held at Schinnen ACS from 2 to 3 p.m. Like any other worthwhile goal, the keys to Financial Success starts with good plans and setting realistic goals. We will discuss your toler- ance for risks and how to estimate what it will take to reach some goals. For VTC classes held at Schinnen ACS, please contact ACS Schinnen at DSN 360-7500 or civilian +31 (0)46-4437500. Jan. 28 • Oratorical Scholarship Contest - The American Legion ‘Flanders Field’ Post BE02 is proud to announce its fourth annual High School Oratorical Scholarship Contest to be held at the Brussels American High School. The contest is directed towards high school students from schools within the USAG Benelux region with the theme "A constitutional speech contest." For additional information contact the American Legion at flanders.fields.post. [email protected] or visit http://postBE02oratoricalcontest.weebly.com/. Ongoing • Swipe It Right photo contest - Fitness center patrons are encouraged to get in the habit of scanning their ID cards with the Swipe It Right photo contest. Visit the Brussels Fitness Center, the Chièvres Fitness Center, or the Schinnen André Bruls Fitness Center and take a selfie when you scan your ID card. To enter the contest, follow us on Instagram @beneluxmwr and tag your photo with #MWRSwipeItRight. You could win a Polaroid Snap Instant Digital Camera. For additional information, visit http://www.benelux.armymwr.com. BRUSSELS COMMUNITY See also above in "All Communities" for the VTC classes • MES Inc. is currently seeking U.S. Army Counselor Aide personnel for the USAG Benelux Army Education Center in Brussels. The person in this position will establish student accounts for Soldiers, and update information, provide Inside the gate guidance and also assist with some administrative tasks. The requirements are: 60 semester-hour credits from a regionally accredited U.S. institution; three years of experience and/or training in U.S. military education programs and U.S. Soldier development courses; NATO SOFA status; ability to obtain a favorable National Agency Check with investigations. For more information or to request an applications, stop by the Brussels Education Center. Jan. 12 • 3 Star Dinner Special "All You Can Eat Pizza" - Adults: $11; Children: $5. Reservations are required at reser- [email protected]. • Community Movie Night "Finding Dory" (PG) - Shown at the BOSS Movie area, Bldg. 1, third floor at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 13 • Community Movie Night "Accountant" (R) - Shown at the BOSS Movie area, Bldg. 1, third floor at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 16 • CYS Services - The CYS Services will be closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Jan. 19 • 3 Star Dinner Special "BBQ Chicken and Ribs, Salads and Baked Beans" - Adults: $13; Children $6. Reserva- tions are required at [email protected]. SCHINNEN/BRUNSSUM COMMUNITY See also above in "All Communities" for the VTC classes Register now Jan. 25 • A Veteran's Administration staff member will be at JFC Brunssum from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to meet with anyone who would like a one-on-one appointment. If you have any questions about your Veteran's beneﬁ ts, now or in the future, schedule an appointment, by calling DSN 606-244-3848 or civilian +31 (0)45-5263848.

[5] Jan. 12, 2017 SCHINNEN/BRUNSSUM COMMUNITY Continued Register Now March 14 • Give Retirees a Smile Day in Geilenkirchen - Registered U.S. military retirees and their spouses will receive a dental exam and a cleaning or simple procedure based on treatment needs. Exam appointments are from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Treatment appointments are from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. Appointments must be scheduled on a first come, first served basis by calling +49 (0)2451-993535. Jan. 13 • Third Annual Cook-Off - Join the U.S. Coast Guard at 11 a.m. in the Dutch Cantina, Schinnen for the third annual cook-off while commemorating the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This is a free event open to all. • Country Night with Lip Synch Battle Contact at Schinnen Memory Lanes Lounge starting at 6 p.m. Call DSN 360-7207 or civilian +31 (0)46-4437207 for additional information. Jan. 16-17 • Schinnen Commissary/Bowling Center and Pin Point Cafe will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Jan. 17 - Feb. 9 • BSEPT (FAST) class - Offered by the Schinnen Education Center Mon-Fri from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Pro- gram is designed to help Soldiers master the functional reading, writing, and mathematical skills required in their Army jobs. Contact the Schinnen Education Center at DSN 360-7651/7653 or civilian +31 (0)46- 4437651/7653. Deadline is today, Jan. 12. Jan. 19 to 20 • Host Nation Orientation - The Newcomer's Orientation and Cultural Tour is from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Explore the Dutch culture with an introduction to the language and get an overview of Tri-Border services. On the second day, visit a few local attractions and shopping areas and learn how to use the local train system. Call Schinnen ACS to register at DSN 360-7500. Jan. 20 Inside the gate • Karaoke with wings and Margaritas at Schinnen Memory Lanes Lounge starting at 6 p.m. Call DSN 360- 7207 or civilian +31 (0)46-4437207 for additional information. SHAPE/CHIEVRES COMMUNITY See also above in "All Communities" for the VTC classes Jan. 17 • Chili Cook-Off at the Chièvres Lodge - Bring your Chili to have it rated at the Community Reception held at the Chièvres Lodge from 6 to 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Jan. 20 • Fun For Kids - Sponsored by Grandma's Attic, this event is held from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Chièvres Fitness Center.Kids can get together a game of pick-up basketball or play on bouncy castles. They can bring their bikes, trikes, scooters or skates and join other kids for fun. It is also a great opportunity for newcomers to the community to meet other parents. Event is free of charge and open to U.S. NATO, U.S.Misison and U.S. Embassy ID card holders. Upcoming organized trips

SHAPE Trips and Tours SHAPE Travel Group Serving Brussels, Chièvres and SHAPE. Call DSN 423- For details, visit http://www.facebook.com/groups/ 3884 or civilian 065-443884. SHAPETravelGroup. • Cologne, Germany Chocolate Museum, Jan. 14 • London sales, Jan. 19 • Valkenburg Spa Trip, Jan. 21 Schinnen Trips & Tours • London with Aladdin, Feb. 4 Call DSN 360-7560 or civilian +31 (0) 46-4437560. • Paris for Valentine's Day, Feb. 11 • Day Trip to Bruges, Belgium, Jan. 14 • Prague, Czech Republic, Feb. 25 to March 1 • Day Trip to Luxembourg, Feb. 18 • Lille Cooking Class, March 11 • Paris Express, March 18 • Lloret de Mar and Barcelona, Spain, April 3 to 12 • Malgrat de Mar, Spain, April 14 to 23 (spring break) • Garden of Europe "Keukenhof", the Netherlands, • Bordeaux Seaside Excursion, June 22 to 25 April 22 • Crete, Spa and Middelkerke, all year

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Read about events near Chièvres, SHAPE and Brussels. Read about events near Brunssum and Schinnen (in Jan. 13-28 the Netherlands unless otherwise indicated). • River Jazz Festival: David Linx Chronicles in Brus- Jan. 12-15 sels - Opening concert of the River Jazz Festival held • Interclassics & TopMobiel in Maastricht is a through Jan. 28 at the Théâtre Marni, Rue de Vergnies, highlight for genuine car enthusiasts. Each year, 25. Tickets range from €19 to €25. For additional more than 15,000 avid motor show spectators information, check http://www.theatremarni.com. visit the greatest classic car event in the Benelux Jan. 14 region held at MECC. Entry: €20. Open: Jan. 12, • Nordic walking in the Colfontaine woods - Discover noon to 8 p.m.; Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Nordic walking with a coach. Sticks are provided. Jan. 14-15, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Meet on Rue Belle Maison, 1 (Woods of Colfontaine) Jan. 14-15 at 10 a.m. Participating fee is €5. • Experience a Dutch Winter World in the pre- Jan. 14-22 history, Roman times and Middle Ages in Al- • European Motor Show Brussels - Largest showroom phen aan de Rijn - Held at the Archeon Open filled with cars, motorcycles, vans of all brands at the Air Museum. All 43 buildings are decorated and Brussels Expo on Place de Belgique. Open Monday the inhabitants give demonstrations of what from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs- life was like in those times. Open daily from 11 day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to a.m. to 5 p.m. For more details: www.archeon.nl. 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 Through Jan. 15 p.m. Entrance fee is €15. • Enjoy old-fashion winter fun at the Dutch Open Through Jan. 15 Air Museum in Arnhem - On Schelmseweg 89, • Ice skating rink in Nivelles - Open Friday from 4 to open on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday from in weekend from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Entry: €16; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. reserved for small children up to 5 children €11. years old and 1 to 6 p.m. for all. Entrance fee is €5 • The Vacation Fair at Jaarbeurs in the center skates included. The wear of gloves is mandatory. of Utrecht is one big discovery trip. In one day Jan. 14-15 you can stroll along the many different stands • Book fair in Wavre - On Place de la Cure from 9 a.m. and get all the information you need to plan to 4 p.m. both days. Proceeds will go in support of your next holiday. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the scouts. Friday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entry: €15.50. • Wedding fair in Charleroi - You will find everything Ja. 15 needed for a wedding: caterers, photographers, wedding • Flea market in Horst - Indoor market held at planners, gowns, etc. at the Charleroi Expo Congrès Merthal on Gasthuisstraat 30 from 9:30 a.m. to

on Rue de l'Ancre 3 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. both photo Courtesy 3:30 p.m. Entrance is €2.50 for adults; children

Outside the gate days. Entrance fee is €10. up to 12 years old get in free of charge. Jan. 15 • Volksmarch in Stevensweert for 7, 13 or 20 • Volksmarch in Erquelinnes for 5, 10, 15 or 20 km - km - Departs at "verenigingsgebouw Wieën", Departs Rue du Port 37 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eiland 3A from 8 a.m. to noon for the 20 km • Volksmarch in Nivelles for 5, 10, 15 or 20 km - De- route; 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 13 km route and parts Rue Clarisse 10 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the 7 km route. • Indoor flea market in Saint-Gilles (35 booths) - Held • Volksmarch in Ransdaal for 10, 15 or 20 km

on Rue de la Glacière 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. photo Courtesy - Departs "'t Wouves" on Dorpsplein 14 from 8 • Covered flea market in Hornu (200 booths) - On a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for the 20 km route; from 8 Route de Mons (Cora) from 5 a.m. to1 p.m. a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 15 km route and from 8 • Vintage motorcycle fair in Marche-en-Famenne - Fair a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the 10 km route. offers parts for motorcycles as of 1980 at Wex 1, Jan. 16-22 Rue des Deux Provinces. Open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 • Jazz Week in Leiden - Held in several places, p.m. Entrance fee is €8 (free for ladies and children bars and cafés. Info: www.deleidsejazzweek.nl. under 12 years old). Through Jan. 31 • OrienTrail in Mabompré - Individual run during which • Winter Efteling near Tilburg - At Efteling Amuse- you have to follow trails shown on a map and regis- ment & Fairy Tale Park in Kaatsheuvel on Euro- ter at the various checkpoints. Choice between a palaan offers good old-fashion winter fun. Open 26 or 12 km run. Departs at the school of Engreux on weekdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; weekends and (part of Mabompré). Registration is recommended at Dec. 20-Jan. 4, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Dec. 31, 11 0489/101560. Participating fee as of 16 years old a.m. to 1 a.m. Entry: €40. is €15. Run starts at 10 a.m.

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