he

t Citizen Vol. 38, CNo. 17 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart September 17, 2009 Serving the Greater Stuttgart Military Community Soldiers, families can expect H1N1 vaccine in October

By C. Todd Lopez “Everybody is going to get their shots.” Mexico, and in those already immuno-compromised, Army News Service Knickerbocker said the H1N1 vaccine will be dis- so the virus gained notoriety, Knickerbocker said. tributed to Soldiers, families and other beneficiaries, But the effects of the virus have not been what was oldiers and families can expect to get two mostly through their primary care providers. expected — not even as bad as seasonal flu. flu shots this year. “They’ll get their seasonal shots and the H1N1 “The message has been sent out there that this In addition to the conventional flu shot S shot as soon as they become available,” Knicker- particular virus is not as virulent as we had been administered each fall, the H1N1 or “Swine Flu” bocker said. planning for with the H5N1, not as virulent as the vaccine should be available by mid-October, said Along with the vaccinations, Knickerbocker seasonal flu,” she said. “And seasonal influenza kills Col. Deborah Knickerbocker, chief of Emergency recommends a number of common-sense measures Preparedness and Response, the Office of the Surgeon about 36,000 in this country each year.” to prevent the spread of H1N1. General and Army Medical Command. Knickerbocker said that while Soldiers can expect Knickerbocker spoke during the Army Emergency “Just teaching people about how easy it is to pre- to get vaccinated for both the seasonal flu and the Management Conference Sept. 1 at the Pentagon. vent disease by washing our hands, and cough- and H1N1 flu virus, the Army does not expect the H1N1 The conference coincided with the start of National sneeze-hygiene and etiquette, it’s pretty simple,” she to have damaging effects on the Army. Preparedness Month. said. “Part of what we need to do is instill in the cul- “I don’t think the Army is worried about this par- Getting flu shots, in addition to taking measures to ture of the military — which does not really usually ticular H1N1 virus. If it stays at the level of severity prevent exposure to the virus or spreading the virus, is think this way — to stay home when you are sick. If that it is now, which is mild, it should have no more part of preparedness, Knickerbocker said. In addition, you go to work sick, you’ll make office mates sick, effect on operations than the seasonal flu does,” she it is important for maintaining mission readiness. or squad mates.” said. “But we have to take care during flu season to “When Soldiers and family members take care of The H1N1 virus has made headlines because it’s try to prevent getting ill, and stay home if we are ill, themselves and prepare, they not only help the Army a “novel” virus, Knickerbocker said. to prevent operational impact.” be more resilient, they help the local communities “We haven’t seen the virus before. And, when we they are in be more resilient,” she said. have a virus that people have not been exposed to before; For more information on the H1N1 virus and “There’s going to be vaccine, and there’s going we have no immunity to it,” Knickerbocker said. vaccine, visit the Centers for Disease Control and to be enough to go around,” Knickerbocker said. Many of the deaths from H1N1 occurred in Prevention Web site at www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu. The long, dark tunnel: children and deployment

Editor’s Note: This is the first that both children and parents can Global War on Terror are at high risk for in a three-part series addressing the make it through, as long as they have psychosocial problems,” it stated. emotional affects deployment has on someone to walk beside them. Some of these problems include families in the military. “The cases that worry me most poor performance at school and out- are when you have a parent or family bursts of anger, Leong added. “Dur- Story & photo by Brittany Carlson that is so isolated or alone — they fall ing the first deployment, a lot of kids USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office apart,” said Dr. Eric N. Leong, chief of will react in a way that’s unexpected behavioral health for the Stuttgart Army because they’re angry, or they’re sad, o military families, a deploy- Health Clinic. and they’re [not sure] what to do with ment can seem like a long, According to an article from Medi- their feelings. They’ll take it out more Tdark tunnel. cal News Today in August, citing a on parents who are left behind.” The pain of loneliness and the study in the Journal of Developmental This can start a vicious cycle. In stresses of managing without a spouse and Behavioral Pediatrics, “Military fact, “The stress of the at-home parent and parent force these families to deal family and community supports help is the main factor affecting children’s with issues that their civilian counter- mitigate family stress during periods of risk,” the article from Medical News parts may never have to face. deployment.” Today continued. To some military children, the The 2009 study tested the mental To stay mentally healthy, both parent tunnel is endless: they don’t always health of both children and at-home and child need to talk to someone about understand why a parent has to leave, parents dealing with deployments. The the emotions they are experiencing. and fear they will not return. results are disturbing: “One-third of Jovanni Addison, 7, displays a photo of his However, medical experts agree children with a parent deployed in the See Deployment on page 4 father, who is deployed to Afghanistan.

Page 6 Pages 8-9 inside Kindergartners bring Panthers prepare his teachers home for fall sports t The kindergarten home visit program With the fall sports season upon them, allows 5- and 6-year-olds to visit with Patch High School athletes’ hopes edition their new teacher, at home or at school, are high as they prepare to get their before the first day of class. game on. Page 2 OpiniOn The Citizen, September 17, 2009 The Citizen, September 17, 2009 NewS Page 3 Army Suicide Prevention Month: Army committed to im- Holiday Greetings team comes to News & Notes proving physical, spiritual, behavioral health of all who serve Stuttgart Sept. 29 to tape messages Deployment Excellence Award nominations now accepted Commentary by are there for each person to take advantage of. page/503094. By Rich Lamance Nomination packets for the 2010 Deploy- Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Scott Weichl If you do not find what you are looking for, talk To order Center for Health Promotion and Pre- Joint Hometown News Service ment Excellence Award are due to U.S. Army U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and to your chaplain, a behavioral health provider or ventive Medicine’s behavioral health and suicide Europe by Jan. 8. broadcast team from the Joint Hometown Preventive Medicine other trusted source to get you started in the right prevention products, visit http://chppm-www.ap- The DEA program was established to rec- News Service in San Antonio, Texas, will direction. gea.army.mil/hio_public/orders.aspx. ognize Army units for outstanding accomplish- eptember is designated as Army Suicide be in Stuttgart Sept. 29 to tape video holi- Several resources being reviewed for release in A ments that meet or exceed Army deployment Prevention Month, with the intent of day greetings of service members and their families. the fall include suicide prevention awareness train- standards. Service members from all branches of service, Simproving the health of the Army’s most ing for Army leaders, Soldiers, families and civil- Deploying, redeploying and deploying precious assets — Soldiers, families and Depart- ians. The new videos and presentations also include their family members, and Department of Defense supporting units or agencies are qualified to civilians are eligible to participate. ment of the Army civilians. closed-captioning for families and civilians. self-nominate for the award, based on their Tapings will occur from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the However, preventing suicide is only one aspect The technical guides help make presentations deployment process. Army and Air Force Exchange Service Shopping of this health improvement. Healthy living also easier and address many of the questions that arise Units interested in applying for the award addresses high risk behaviors, which often mask Center on Panzer Kaserne. can e-mail Aaron Burr at [email protected]. during the group discussions. The ACE and tip Below are a few guidelines to follow to ensure underlying challenges in a person’s life. mil, or call DSN 370-5407. cards provide easy ways to remind ourselves of the family and friends back home see your personal The Army is committed to improving the physi- signs and responses for intervening in crisis situ- greeting on local television. AFN is moving to Mannheim, cal, spiritual and behavioral health of all who serve. ations, or at times when we are concerned about a • Bring an address book. You’ll need to provide then relocating to Stuttgart This is being done though a variety of ways and friend, family member or peer. family members’ names, city, state and phone number. Susan Huseman Within the next few years, American Forces opportunities for personal wellness. So, as we focus for 30 days on health and well- No street address is needed this year, but station man- A community member prepares to record a holiday Network Heidelberg will officially become The U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and ness, each of us has an important role in support- agers need phone contact information to let families greeting during last year’s Joint Hometown News AFN Stuttgart — after a stop at Coleman Bar- Preventive Medicine maintains a Web site linking ing health promotion, risk reduction and suicide know when the greeting will air. Service holiday video taping. This year, JHNS will racks in Mannheim. users to many different resources. These resources prevention efforts. • Service members need to be in uniform. Family be in Stuttgart Sept. 29. Military members and their The move is in direct response to recently are provided to promote personal growth — leading If you are not involved, then who will be? members should accompany their sponsor, unless families, as well as DoD civilians, can use the free announced changes to manning in Germany. toward more healthy behaviors. their sponsor is deployed. program to record holiday greetings, which will be With its rapidly growing population and newly- Just as each of us has a role in reducing the sui- For more information on suicide prevention • There is a good chance there will be waiting aired on their loved ones’ local television stations. formed units, such as U.S. Africa Command, the cide rate, we also have a responsibility to assume products, resources and research, visit the Cen- lines. Lunch time and after work are normally prime largest percentage of the AFN audience will be Jot down family members’ names and the points you healthy personal growth strategies. ter for Health Promotion and Preventive Medi- time, so if you can break away for a few minutes any in the Stuttgart community. want to get across. If you have family in more than one Resources, encouragement and ease of access cine’s AKO site at https://www.us.army.mil/suite/ other time during the day, you can avoid the rush. Despite the move to Mannheim, AFN area, you can do several greetings. You’ve got 15 to • Try to be cheerful and in the holiday spirit. It Heidelberg will keep its current name until it 20 seconds per greeting — more than enough time to doesn’t show well on camera if your teenage daughter moves to Stuttgart. On The STreeT looks like she’d rather be at the mall than wishing get in your holiday wishes to those closest to you. AFN’s radio shows will remain the same,

he Grandma happy holidays. Television stations will normally begin running with the same frequencies (104.6 in Heidelberg,

t • Try to keep hand gestures to a minimum. greetings on Thanksgiving, and continue through New 107.3 in Mannheim, and 102.3 in Stuttgart). Citizen What do you like about the Stuttgart area? • When giving your greetings, don’t say “Happy Year’s Day. Many greetings air multiple times during The local television channel may look differ- Col. Richard M. Pastore Thanksgiving.” Most greetings will begin to air the holidays and usually on more than one station. ent for a week or two while AFN moves its auto- U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander on Thanksgiving Day and will quickly become mations systems from one location to another. Public Affairs Officer Editor obsolete if that day has come and gone when your For more information on the video holiday tap- For more information, updated phone greeting airs. ings, call the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Public Larry Reilly Susan Huseman numbers and contact information, visit http:// [email protected] [email protected] • Write down a few main points on an index card. Affairs Office at 431-3099/07031-15-3099. heidelberg.afneurope.net. Assistant Editor Culture and Leisure Time for seasonal flu vaccine Brittany Carlson Birgit Thompson Vehicle crashes drive off-duty summer fatalities The seasonal influenza vaccine has arrived [email protected] [email protected] in Europe and is being distributed to Army Contact Information By Donna Miles ing responsibility for their own, is paramount to drive medical clinics throughout the region, accord- Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 American Forces Press Service down accidental off-duty losses.” ing to Col. Theresa Moser, chief of the Force Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 The Navy reported 20 fatalities between the Me- Health Protection Office, Europe Regional E-mail: [email protected] our service members died in off-duty ac- Web site: [email protected] Brigid Sullivan Stephan Karabin Sr. Sgt. Betty Pileski Stephen Willey morial Day and Labor Day weekends, down from last Medical Command. cidents Labor Day weekend, bringing to Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne (Navy Spouse) (Civilian) (U.S. Army) (Retiree) year’s 32. Marine Corps off-duty deaths also dropped, “We expect no vaccine shortages,” said Mo- U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 95 the number killed during the summer F from 20 last year to 13 this year. ser. “We can begin immunizing everyone in our German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, season, safety officials reported. “The trains are really “I love the people. The “I like the way we have “There’s a lot of people, Six of the Sailors, including one who died Sept. population now — no one should wait.” Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen Two Soldiers, a Sailor and an Airman died in ve- accessible.” people are nice.” Navy, Air Force and and a lot of shops and 5, were killed in single-vehicle wrecks. Two died in Moser said it takes about two weeks for the This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of hicle accidents during the Labor Day weekend, which everything combined.” stores.” multiple-vehicle accidents and five on motorcycles, body to build immunity to the virus, so sooner the Department of Defense. Contents of The Citizen are not neces- marked the unofficial end of summer that, historically, according to April Phillips, public affairs officer for sarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or is better than later. the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this publication sees a spike in vehicular and recreational accidents. the Naval Safety Center. Clinic commanders have been charged with is prepared, edited, provided and approved by the USAG Stuttgart Twenty fewer service members died compared to The Air Force was the only service to see an in- making early efforts to vaccinate all active-duty Public Affairs Office. Private organizations noted in this publication last year, with Army, Navy and Marine Corps officials crease in off-duty fatalities between Memorial Day and are not part of DoD. all reporting fewer off-duty fatalities. Labor Day weekends: 22 compared to last year’s 17. and civilian health care providers. Family members The appearance of advertising in this publication, including and other beneficiaries can get their shot now. inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement of the But just as in 2008, car, truck and motorcycle ac- Five of the Airmen were killed on motorcycles. products or services advertised by the U.S. Army. Everything cidents continued to take the heaviest toll. Thirteen died in four-wheeled-vehicle accidents, This year’s goal is to immunize 95 percent advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, The Army reported 40 off-duty fatalities this sum- of the active duty population and all civilian use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national reported Paul Carlisle, deputy chief of the Air Force origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation mer, down from 61 last year. Fifteen of the Soldiers Safety Center’s ground safety office. direct health care providers by Dec. 1, a month or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a died on motorcycles, compared to 24 last year. Last year, 115 service members died in off-duty earlier than last year’s goal. violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser Jim Yonts, director of strategic communication at accidents between the Memorial Day weekend and Active duty service members can expect to is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The Citizen is a biweekly the Army Combat Readiness and Safety Center, said Labor Day. receive information about seasonal flu vaccina- offset press publication published by AdvantiPro GmbH. Circulation Corey Burden Rebecca Martin Petty Officer 2nd Rhonda Oliver he was pleased by the decrease, but cautioned against To reduce those statistics this year, the Army, Air tions from their units. Other beneficiaries should is 6,000 copies. For display advertising rates, call Hanna-Maria (Contractor) (Civilian Spouse) Class Von Turner (Air Force Spouse) declaring a trend. Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard launched contact their clinic for instructions. Weills at civ. 0631-3033-5537, e-mail [email protected]. For (U.S. Navy) a joint summer safety campaign before Memorial For more information, visit the Centers for classified advertising rates, call Sabrina Braun at civ. 0631-357- “It has gotten me into “We’re centrally located, “I like that it is so close to “While we show positive results in many safety 8306, e-mail [email protected]. going out more ... being and there’s always a fest.” “The area is really nice: so many other countries.” areas, we cannot allow ourselves to be seduced by Day. Safety chiefs emphasized the importance of Disease Control and Prevention Web site at everyone — service members, civilians and family www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/keyfacts.htm. [email protected] able to experience a a lot of history and fun positive statistics,” Yonts said. “Engaged leadership, different culture.” things to do downtown.” peers and families, in conjunction with Soldiers tak- members alike — to make the campaign a success. The Citizen, September 17, 2009 NewS Page 3 Holiday Greetings team comes to News & Notes Stuttgart Sept. 29 to tape messages Deployment Excellence Award nominations now accepted By Rich Lamance Nomination packets for the 2010 Deploy- Joint Hometown News Service ment Excellence Award are due to U.S. Army Europe by Jan. 8. broadcast team from the Joint Hometown The DEA program was established to rec- News Service in San Antonio, Texas, will ognize Army units for outstanding accomplish- be in Stuttgart Sept. 29 to tape video holi- A ments that meet or exceed Army deployment day greetings of service members and their families. standards. Service members from all branches of service, Deploying, redeploying and deploying their family members, and Department of Defense supporting units or agencies are qualified to civilians are eligible to participate. self-nominate for the award, based on their Tapings will occur from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the deployment process. Army and Air Force Exchange Service Shopping Units interested in applying for the award Center on Panzer Kaserne. can e-mail Aaron Burr at [email protected]. Below are a few guidelines to follow to ensure mil, or call DSN 370-5407. family and friends back home see your personal greeting on local television. AFN is moving to Mannheim, • Bring an address book. You’ll need to provide then relocating to Stuttgart family members’ names, city, state and phone number. Susan Huseman Within the next few years, American Forces No street address is needed this year, but station man- A community member prepares to record a holiday Network Heidelberg will officially become agers need phone contact information to let families greeting during last year’s Joint Hometown News AFN Stuttgart — after a stop at Coleman Bar- know when the greeting will air. Service holiday video taping. This year, JHNS will racks in Mannheim. • Service members need to be in uniform. Family be in Stuttgart Sept. 29. Military members and their The move is in direct response to recently members should accompany their sponsor, unless families, as well as DoD civilians, can use the free announced changes to manning in Germany. their sponsor is deployed. program to record holiday greetings, which will be With its rapidly growing population and newly- • There is a good chance there will be waiting aired on their loved ones’ local television stations. formed units, such as U.S. Africa Command, the lines. Lunch time and after work are normally prime largest percentage of the AFN audience will be Jot down family members’ names and the points you time, so if you can break away for a few minutes any in the Stuttgart community. want to get across. If you have family in more than one other time during the day, you can avoid the rush. Despite the move to Mannheim, AFN area, you can do several greetings. You’ve got 15 to • Try to be cheerful and in the holiday spirit. It Heidelberg will keep its current name until it 20 seconds per greeting — more than enough time to doesn’t show well on camera if your teenage daughter moves to Stuttgart. looks like she’d rather be at the mall than wishing get in your holiday wishes to those closest to you. AFN’s radio shows will remain the same, Grandma happy holidays. Television stations will normally begin running with the same frequencies (104.6 in Heidelberg, • Try to keep hand gestures to a minimum. greetings on Thanksgiving, and continue through New 107.3 in Mannheim, and 102.3 in Stuttgart). • When giving your greetings, don’t say “Happy Year’s Day. Many greetings air multiple times during The local television channel may look differ- Thanksgiving.” Most greetings will begin to air the holidays and usually on more than one station. ent for a week or two while AFN moves its auto- on Thanksgiving Day and will quickly become mations systems from one location to another. obsolete if that day has come and gone when your For more information on the video holiday tap- For more information, updated phone greeting airs. ings, call the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Public numbers and contact information, visit http:// • Write down a few main points on an index card. Affairs Office at 431-3099/07031-15-3099. heidelberg.afneurope.net. Time for seasonal flu vaccine Vehicle crashes drive off-duty summer fatalities The seasonal influenza vaccine has arrived in Europe and is being distributed to Army By Donna Miles ing responsibility for their own, is paramount to drive medical clinics throughout the region, accord- American Forces Press Service down accidental off-duty losses.” ing to Col. Theresa Moser, chief of the Force The Navy reported 20 fatalities between the Me- Health Protection Office, Europe Regional our service members died in off-duty ac- morial Day and Labor Day weekends, down from last Medical Command. cidents Labor Day weekend, bringing to year’s 32. Marine Corps off-duty deaths also dropped, “We expect no vaccine shortages,” said Mo- 95 the number killed during the summer F from 20 last year to 13 this year. ser. “We can begin immunizing everyone in our season, safety officials reported. Six of the Sailors, including one who died Sept. population now — no one should wait.” Two Soldiers, a Sailor and an Airman died in ve- 5, were killed in single-vehicle wrecks. Two died in hicle accidents during the Labor Day weekend, which Moser said it takes about two weeks for the multiple-vehicle accidents and five on motorcycles, body to build immunity to the virus, so sooner marked the unofficial end of summer that, historically, according to April Phillips, public affairs officer for is better than later. sees a spike in vehicular and recreational accidents. the Naval Safety Center. Clinic commanders have been charged with Twenty fewer service members died compared to The Air Force was the only service to see an in- making early efforts to vaccinate all active-duty last year, with Army, Navy and Marine Corps officials crease in off-duty fatalities between Memorial Day and all reporting fewer off-duty fatalities. Labor Day weekends: 22 compared to last year’s 17. and civilian health care providers. Family members But just as in 2008, car, truck and motorcycle ac- Five of the Airmen were killed on motorcycles. and other beneficiaries can get their shot now. cidents continued to take the heaviest toll. Thirteen died in four-wheeled-vehicle accidents, This year’s goal is to immunize 95 percent The Army reported 40 off-duty fatalities this sum- reported Paul Carlisle, deputy chief of the Air Force of the active duty population and all civilian mer, down from 61 last year. Fifteen of the Soldiers Safety Center’s ground safety office. direct health care providers by Dec. 1, a month died on motorcycles, compared to 24 last year. Last year, 115 service members died in off-duty earlier than last year’s goal. Jim Yonts, director of strategic communication at accidents between the Memorial Day weekend and Active duty service members can expect to the Army Combat Readiness and Safety Center, said Labor Day. receive information about seasonal flu vaccina- he was pleased by the decrease, but cautioned against To reduce those statistics this year, the Army, Air tions from their units. Other beneficiaries should declaring a trend. Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard launched contact their clinic for instructions. “While we show positive results in many safety a joint summer safety campaign before Memorial For more information, visit the Centers for areas, we cannot allow ourselves to be seduced by Day. Safety chiefs emphasized the importance of Disease Control and Prevention Web site at positive statistics,” Yonts said. “Engaged leadership, everyone — service members, civilians and family www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/keyfacts.htm. peers and families, in conjunction with Soldiers tak- members alike — to make the campaign a success. Page 4 NewS The Citizen, September 17, 2009

Ask a JAG Editor’s Note: Do you have a question you would like to see answered in a future edition of The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a JAG” at [email protected].

By Capt. Aaron L. Lancaster Stuttgart Legal Center

Q: I recently got into a fight with my service member girlfriend, and she stole and broke some of my stuff. Also, a service member friend got drunk and he wrecked my place. What can I do?

A: While I will address some solutions to the destruction and loss of property described, it is important to note that compensation for loss of your property is not the same as addressing Brittany Carlson the underlying problems that your girlfriend/ friend may have. As a result of deployment Oil spill exercise provides training or simply being stressed, people often need a significant other/battle buddy to look out for Kovati Nua, an employee at the Panzer Kaserne Auto Craft Shop, practices containing the source of them. In the above situations, I would refer the an oil spill during annual spill containment training, while his co-worker, Sandie Scott, right, looks on. individual to, and, if necessary, inform the Well- free training, held by the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Directorate of Public Works’ Environmental ness Center at 430-4073/civ. 0711-680-4073 or Division, taught 23 students how to clean up oil spills (in this case, a bio-degradable solution). Army Substance Abuse Program at 431-2530/ civ. 07031-15-2530 of the situation and ask for guidance. In regards to compensation, the situations that Deployment ...... you are describing may be compensable under Continued from page 1 This is especially helpful for very young children, Article 139 of the Uniform Code of Military who often believe their parents have the ability to say Justice. Article 139 claims can be made by any Joquez Addison, 9, talks about missing his father, “no” to deploying, Leong said. individual (civilian or service member), business who deployed with the 554th Military Police Com- Elementary- and middle school-aged children entity, government, or non-profit organization and pany to Afghanistan for one year, with his mom. “I can become fearful. “They tend to get really scared,” can be filed against any active duty personnel, usually cry, then my mom says ‘It will be alright,’ Leong said. “They don’t want their parents to die.” activated reservists (typically anything beyond then I’ll go outside,” he said. “That makes my mind drill weekends and training), and members of the Sometimes children at this age will refuse to talk stop worrying about it.” to their deployed parent on the phone because it is National Guard while serving in a federal capacity He also attends Mini Troopers, an Army Commu- under presidential executive order. too painful for them. nity Service program that meets each month at Patch A compensable Article 139 claim requires Even infants are affected by deployment. “They Elementary School, with his brother, Jovanni, 7. that the person you are claiming against either don’t have a chance to bond with the parent [deploy- In the Mini Troopers program, children of de- “willfully damaged” or “wrongfully took” prop- ployed parents meet to talk and participate in activi- ing],” Leong said. erty that belonged to you. “Willfully damaged” When that parent returns, it isimportant to allow is damage inflicted intentionally, knowingly, ties with Military Family Life Consultants, who are licensed clinical counselors. the young child to adjust to the change since the and purposefully without justifiable excuse. eturning parent will be essentially a stranger. Given “Wrongfully took” includes unauthorized tak- Michael Hayes, 10, is another Mini Trooper whose enough time and patience, the child will rebond to ing or withholding of property with the intent to father deployed with the 554th. “Kids talk about how temporarily or permanently deprive the owner they feel,” he said. “It helped.” the returning parent. of the property. Things that are not payable Service members and their families can also ac- As children grow older, they often find it helpful to under an Article 139 claim include negligent cess MFLCs at any time on a confidential basis. focus on school and their daily activities, said Randy acts and personal injury. The at-home parent should also take steps to Zamerinsky-Lussier, an Army Substance Abuse This means that both of the situations above ensure their own mental health, Leong added, such Counseling Service counselor. “[Think], what do would more than likely be compensable, so long as joining a Family Readiness Group or spiritual you need to do to keep everything normal, as if the as two conditions are met. First, your girlfriend/ organization, and planning some “me” time. parent was still here?” friend would need to be on active duty, an acti- It’s also important to make emergency plans to- Since her father deployed, Hernandez has taken vated reservist, or a National Guardsman serving gether in case of an unexpected crisis, he added, and set up salsa dancing. “I think it’s best to keep busy,” in a federal capacity. Second, the damage to your up regular communication with the deployed parent. she said. property must have been caused intentionally, Since her father deployed with the 554th MP No matter the age, it is vital that the parent at home knowingly or purposefully. In the case of the Company, Pam Hernandez, 19, communicates with take care of themselves in order to help their children drunken friend, an unintentional drunken stumble him using a Web camera. She also sends him videos cope, Leong said. Parents who cannot deal with the destroying your property would not be payable, of herself, and he sends pictures back. “It’s a little stress of deployment in a healthy way sometimes re- whereas him smashing your stuff intentionally bit easier to handle because I get to talk to him, and sort to overspending, drugs, alcohol or affairs. “I wish would most likely be payable. I get to see him,” she said. “I feel so proud of him. I could say it doesn’t happen, but it does happen,” he To inquire about whether a specific instance That keeps me calm.” could be compensable under Article 139, visit the added. “That affects the family in a huge way.” In addition, Leong said, the at-home spouse Stuttgart Law Center’s Claims Office in Room should make sure his or her children understand that Families who build networks of support through 222, Building 3312 on Kelley Barracks. the deployment is not anyone’s fault. “Make it clear community programs, friendship and open communi- cation have better chances of staying healthy. This column is not intended as individual or that, as a family, you’re going through a hard time,” “You have to make sure that you take care of specific legal advice. If you have specific issues Leong said. “Tell them, ‘We’re all in this together.’ yourself,” Leong said. “Be connected to other people or concerns, you should consult a judge advocate “Children often can step up and help out,” he at 421-4152/ civ. 0711-729-4152. added. “In helping out, children often feel empowered — people who understand, and people who are there and more in control.” to support you.” The Citizen, September 17, 2009 FeaTureS Page 5 SOCAFRICA welcomes new commander, says farewell to Higgins

By Capt. Bryan Purtell Gen. William E. “Kip” Ward, com- Special Operations Command Africa mander of U.S. Africa Command, pre- Public Affairs Office sided over the ceremony. In his remarks, he said Higgins was the right choice to .S. Army Col. Christopher be SOCAFRICA’s first commander. K. Haas assumed com- “It was a tall order, setting up a the- Umand of Special Opera- ater special operations command, but no tions Command Africa from Brig. question, if you know Pat Higgins — he Gen. Patrick M. Higgins at a change was up for the task,” Ward said. “Under of command ceremony held Aug. 24 his command, SOCAFRICA today is on Kelley Barracks. thriving and doing great things on the Haas was the director of the U.S. Special Operations Command Legisla- African continent. I’m so proud. Con- tive Affairs office in Washington, D.C. gratulations and well done, my friend.” He is a graduate of Duquesne University, “I could not ask for a more perfect where he was commissioned through the commander to come here behind Gen. Army Reserve Officer Training Corps as Higgins and take over SOCAFRICA,” Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel P. Lapierre Ward added. “Absolutely no doubt, Col. a second lieutenant in the infantry. Gen. William E. Ward (right), AFRICOM commander, presents the Special “To all the members of SOCAF- Haas is the man for the job.” Operations Command Africa colors to Col. Christopher K. Haas, the new As SOCAFRICA commander, Haas RICA, I am in awe of your accom- SOCAFRICA commander, during a change of command ceremony Aug. 24. plishments and your professionalism,” exercises operational control of Special Haas said. “You all have my deepest the command he will leave behind to approach to meet the daily challenges Operations Forces within the com- respect, trust and confidence. And I become the director of Special Opera- of that mission — a mission of peace, mand’s area of responsibility, which will, in the coming months, endeavor tions Directorate-Iraq, Multi-National not war,” Higgins said. “I have been includes 53 countries and more than to earn yours.” Forces-Iraq. proud to stand side-by-side with each 13 million square miles. The primary Higgins served as SOCAFRICA’s “Together, we built what I consider and every one of you. The important focus of the command is on Special first commander and assumed com- one of the finest teams I have ever been work you do here is making a differ- Operations Forces missions that de- mand of the unit in August 2007, when a part of — a staff of dedicated and ence to our nation and to the prosperity, velop African partner capacity, provide it was a transitional headquarters. talented people who believe in AFRI- security and freedom of the African assistance and support theater security He said he was extremely proud of COM’s mission and in an innovative people.” cooperation objectives. Kitchen can be recipe for disaster — with young children

U.S. Fire Administration tion, as well as keeping homes leading cause of reported home cooking, drinking, or carrying Treat a burn right away, safe from the leading causes of fires and home fire injuries in hot foods or liquids, and teach putting it in cool water. Cool the tay fire safe! home fires, such as cooking. the United States. children that hot things burn. burn for three to five minutes. D o n ’ t g e t Many families gather in Young children are at high To prevent spills when cook- If the burn is bigger than your “Sburned,” is the kitchen to spend time to- risk of being burned by hot ing, use the back burner when fist, or if you have any questions this year’s theme for the Na- gether, but it can be one of the food and liquids. Keep children possible and turn pot handles about how to treat it, seek medi- tional Fire Prevention As- most hazardous rooms in the away from cooking areas by away from the stove’s edge. All cal attention right away. sociation’s Fire Prevention house, if safe cooking behav- enforcing a “kid-free zone” of appliance cords need to be coiled Week (Oct. 4-10). iors aren’t practiced. Cooking three feet around the stove or and away from counter edges. Visit the U.S. Fire Adminis- The campaign focuses on equipment — most often a any place where hot food or Use oven mitts or pothold- tration’s Web site at www.usfa. burn awareness and preven- range or stovetop — is the drinks are being prepared or ers when moving hot food from dhs.gov. carried. Also, be sure to keep ovens, microwave ovens, or For more information, call hot foods and liquids away stovetops. Never use wet oven the U.S. Army Garrison Stut- from table and counter edges. mitts or potholders as they can tgart Fire Department at 430- Never hold a child while cause scald burns. 2065/civ. 0711-680-2065.

NotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNo booksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebo sComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksC mputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksCompu rNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputernotebook4all GmbH N worksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetwo sServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksNotebooks • Computer • Networks S viceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServ NotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNo booksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebWe repair notebooks o sComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksS iceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServic Susan Huseman NotebooksComputerNetwand personalorksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNo computers of all brands! t ooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNoteboo ComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksCoVAT-forms welcome! uterNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksCompu Practice makes perfect NetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNe worksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetwor ServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksSHauptstraße 91 • 70563 Stuttgart iceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiPhone: 0711-70 72 082 Opening Hours: c Students from Lacey Elliot’s kindergarten class leave their classroom in a single file during NotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNot ooksComputerNetwWeb: wwworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebo.nb4a.de Mon – Fri 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. o the first fire drill of the school year at Böblingen Elementary/Middle School Sept. 9. ComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebookEmail: [email protected] Sat 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. s ComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooksComputerNetworksServiceNotebooks- Page 6 SchOOlS The Citizen, September 17, 2009 The Citizen, September 17, 2009 cOmmuniTy AnnOuncemenTS Page 7 Community Banks Ramstein Welfare Private visits prepare kindergartners, parents for school to open later Bazaar scheduled The U.S. Army Garrison Kids show inner diva at fair The 45th annual Ramstein By Brittany Carlson “Some of them are a little shy, and it helps for me Stuttgart Community Banks Welfare Bazaar will be held USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office to see them,” Roach added. “They get to know me, will open later on Sept. 23 Young community Sept. 17 to Sept. 21 with more members perform and they get to see that I’m a normal person. If I’m because of mandatory training. than 130 vendors from all over or a first day at school, this one was pretty on the karaoke at their house, it means I must be welcome.” The Patch Community Bank Europe. easy. stage at the The familiar atmosphere helps break the ice will open from 1-4 p.m. and For more information and Katie Wrona, 5, walked into her kinder- Army and Air F for first introductions, Senna added. “Meeting the Panzer Kaserne and Kelley opening times, visit the Web garten classroom at Böblingen Elementary/Middle Force Exchange them at home makes it more comfortable — it’s Barracks Community Banks site at www.ramstein-bazaar. School and had the whole place to herself. There were will open from 1:30-4 p.m. Service’s Family org for details. no assignments — just toys to play with, places to on their turf.” Fair Aug. 29. explore, and a story, read to her by her teacher, Teresa In addition to the home visits, classroom visits Try free Tai Chi The fair, held Pfennig Bazaar Senna. Best of all, Mom was there the whole time. give children a chance to see where they will spend In recognition of Suicide at the Panzer needs volunteers Prevention Month, the Stut- Katie’s day was part of the Department of De- time in school, from the tables and play area to their Mall, featured The German-American fense Dependent Schools kindergarten home-visit own cubby. tgart Army Substance Abuse the Stuttgart Women’s Club of Stuttgart program, which gives each child the chance to meet “I usually have [children] draw a picture of them- Program will host free Tai Chi Gospel Choir, is seeking volunteers for the with their new teacher one-on-one before the first selves. Then I hang it in the classroom so they can see classes Sept. 18 at 6:30 a.m. in wine tasting, a annual Pfennig Bazaar Oct. 16- day of school. a part of something that they’ve done,” Senna said. the Patch Fitness Center gym fashion show, face 17. Proceeds from the bazaar and Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. in the The visits were held Aug. 31 to Sept. 4 for Besides helping children to be comfortable, the painting and other support a variety of German Kelley Fitness Center gym. family activities. U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart. Kindergarten started visits inform parents of their child’s curriculum and and American organizations. For more information, call Sept. 8. Larry Reilly Volunteers are needed to school policies, such as pick-up and drop-off times. the Army Substance Abuse Families of kindergartners can opt to host the Children are informed of the types of things they’ll set up on Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to teacher in their own home, visit them in the class- Program at 431-2530/civ. be learning and doing, from reciting the Pledge of 7 p.m. and work the event from room, or both. 07031-15-2530. portunity Office at 430-5256/ immediate health care needs, The TRICARE Online Allegiance to taking physical education class. 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. The bazaar “Some of them have never been to school before,” civ. 0711-680-5256. call the Nurse Advice Line at administrator is available at will be held in the Liederhalle, “I tell them what they need for the classroom,” Discounted Horror said Lucy Roach, kindergarten teacher at Robinson 0800-825-1600 (from a DSN 371-2768/civ. 06221-17-2768 Berliner Platz 1-3, Stuttgart. Roach said. “I hand them the itinerary — what they do Night tickets on sale Celebrate Hispanic Barracks Elementary/Middle School. “It’s a way of line) or 00800-4759-2330 for problems or questions. For more information call U.S. Army Garrison Stut- softening things and making them feel comfortable during the day. This way they know what to expect.” heritage Sept. 18 (from a civilian line). civ. 0151-5821-4828 or 0712- For Katie’s mother, Kimberly Wrona, the home tgart’s KONTAKT German- Muppets will visit coming to school.” U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Ski club meets Sept. 795-7235. Almost 100 percent of all kindergartners enrolled and classroom visits were especially helpful. “Katie’s Teresa Senna, kindergarten teacher at BEMS, American Club is selling will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Stuttgart Oct. 2 at RBEMS, BEMS and Patch Elementary School more shy,” she said. “This is important for her so that shares a laugh with Katie Wrona, 5, after reading discounted tickets for a Hal- Month during an observance 20 for picnic The Sesame Street USO Commissary to hold loween Horror Night at Europa participated in home/classroom visits this year. she can be more confident the first day of school.” her ‘The Kissing Hand’ during a classroom visit. on Sept. 18 at 3:30 p.m. in the The Patch Ski Club will Experience for Military Families case lot sale Park on Oct. 11 for ages 16 Swabian Special Event Center hold a fall picnic Sept. 20 is part of Sesame Workshop’s The Patch Commissary years and older. Tickets include on Patch Barracks. from 1-4 p.m. at Husky Field Talk, Listen, Connect initiative, will hold a worldwide case lot admission into Europa Park For more information, call on Patch Barracks. The picnic a military outreach program for sale Sept. 25-27. PTAs bring more programs, festivities to student experience and the Marc Terenzi Horror Sgt. 1st Class Chrysti Lassit- Night show. Discounted tickets will feature a live Bavarian- military families with young Announcements are By Brittany Carlson want to bring in some dancers,” Abraham New ideas for activities this year take place at the high school level are er-Jones, Equal Opportunity for the Europa Park entrance style band, food and drink. children experiencing the effects now online USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office said. “We want to enhance the children’s include an art gallery/chocolate dessert usually driven by parents, especially advisor, at 430-7945/civ. 0711- Participants will be able to sign of deployment. Live character The expanded version of education on what Africa is.” night and a fall festival. since we’re here overseas,” Menzel said. only are also available. 680-7945. up for winter ski trips. performances will be held Oct. 2 the Community Announce- chool dances, spelling bees, Traditional PTSA fundraisers at “If parents are involved with the “Parents support activities, games, [and] For more information, e- For more information, visit at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. in the Patch ments is now online at www. book fairs and field days are RBEMS include middle school dances, school, it generates excitement with meets, in addition to academics.” mail info@Kontakt-club-stut- Health clinic closed Fitness Center gymnasium. stuttgart.army.mil. Click on Sas much a part of the school a fall festival and Scholastic book the students, parents and teachers,” The PTO meets on the third Tuesday tgart.de, or call 431-2301/civ. Oct. 9, 12 www.patchskiclub.com. For more information, call the Community Announce- experience as math class. orders. Richardson said. “That is how you build of every month in the school library. 07031-15-2301/civ. 07031- The Stuttgart Army Health TRICARE Online But, without U.S. Army Garrison 15-2301. 430-2110/civ. 0711-680-2110. ments link. Besides funding programs, the community within the school.” For more information, call Menzel Clinic will be closed for Co- Register for TRICARE Stuttgart Parent Teacher Associations, PTSA also provides an emergency The Patch Elementary School PTA at civ. 07156-17-99656. Discover Stuttgart lumbus Day weekend, Oct. Online and book appointments they probably wouldn’t exist. fund, which purchases school supplies meets monthly. For more information, BEMS Learn about German cul- 9 and 12. For emergencies, online at https://www.tricare- “[The PTA] is the heart of the and books for families in need on an e-mail Carmen Richardson at carmen@ Through fundraisers such as a holi- ture, language and public contact the Military Police. For online.com. school,” said Tamyla Abraham, Parent anonymous basis. richardson-family.net. day gift shop and “Original Works,” in transportation at the Stuttgart Teacher Student Assocation president The PTSA also provides free com- which students’ artwork can be printed Newcomers Orientation Sept. for Robinson Barracks Elementary/ munity and school events such as math Patch High This year, Patch High School has a on household items, the Böblingen El- 22 and 24. Future class dates Middle School. “This is where you have night, spring fun fest and field day. ementary/Middle School PTA provides include Oct. 6 and 8 and Nov. parent involvement.” “It’s not just about books and doing Parent Teacher Organization, a private several supplementary programs to the 3 and 5. Tuesday classes are Each school in USAG Stuttgart has homework; it’s also the whole student version of a PTA that does not have to school. some form of a PTA, which raises mon- experience,” Abraham added. pay dues to the national Parent Teacher held from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last year, the BEMS PTA raised ey for school projects and programs The RBEMS PTSA plans to meet on Association. Thursday classes are from 8:45 outside of the school budget. Ralph Menzel, PTO president, plans more than $24,000, which went directly a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants must the first Thursday of every month. to support BEMS student education The more parent volunteers a PTA For more information, e-mail Abra- to make full use of the savings. register with Army Community has, the more programs it can fund. “At the beginning of the year, we and enrichment, including classroom Service. ham at [email protected]. supplies and materials, workbooks, and “I feel it’s the best way to take part passed out money to 11 different organi- For more information, call student planners. in my child’s education,” said Sandra Patch Elementary zations in the high school,” he said. 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. The funds also went toward creating Vitt, vice president for the RBEMS The Patch Elementary PTA hosts The PTO also raises money through PTSA. “I like being part of the solutions several fundraisers throughout the year, enrichment programs that include Brain Women’s career its Web site, www.zazzle.com/phspan- POP, Weekly Reader, middle school when situations arise. Then my kids can including school pictures, yearbooks, workshop set thers, which sells school ‘spirit wear.’ dances, spelling bees and the school- say, ‘My mom helped with that.’” and a school dance, which raised more A women’s career devel- Although the PTO doesn’t have the wide program, “Character Counts.” than $6,000 last year. opment workshop in resume RBEMS word “student” in the title, students can “Their lives are enriched,” said Tina The money helps pay for items such In the RBEMS PTSA, teachers, still be voting members, Menzel said. Bradley, BEMS PTA president. “It pro- building will be held Oct. 14 parents and students can all become as new books for classrooms and the “I think that gives them the chance for vides them with opportunities that they from 9-11 a.m. in the Army members with the power to vote on school library. leadership and growth, and to be part of wouldn’t [otherwise] have.” Community Service confer- events and fundraisers. “Last year, the PTA raised funds for the greater school community.” The first general meeting of the ence room in Building 2915 on Some new events this year include grade-level grants, allowing teachers, Activities this year could include year is scheduled for Sept. 23 at 8:30 Panzer Kaserne. Registration a student recycling program and an as a team, to [request] supplemental the traditional Pumpkin Drop, hosted in a.m. in the Panzer Mall food court on is required. international night. learning materials specific to their part by the school physics classes, and Panzer Kaserne. For more information, call The international night will focus on grade,” said Carmen Richardson, PES a trivia night. For more information, e-mail bull- the U.S. Army Garrison Stut- other world cultures, such as Africa. “We PTA president. “The vast majority of activities that [email protected]. tgart Equal Employment Op- The Citizen, September 17, 2009 cOmmuniTy AnnOuncemenTS Page 7 Community Banks Ramstein Welfare to open later Bazaar scheduled The U.S. Army Garrison Kids show inner diva at fair The 45th annual Ramstein Stuttgart Community Banks Welfare Bazaar will be held will open later on Sept. 23 Young community Sept. 17 to Sept. 21 with more because of mandatory training. members perform than 130 vendors from all over The Patch Community Bank on the karaoke Europe. will open from 1-4 p.m. and stage at the For more information and the Panzer Kaserne and Kelley Army and Air opening times, visit the Web Barracks Community Banks Force Exchange site at www.ramstein-bazaar. will open from 1:30-4 p.m. Service’s Family org for details. Fair Aug. 29. Try free Tai Chi The fair, held Pfennig Bazaar In recognition of Suicide at the Panzer needs volunteers Prevention Month, the Stut- Mall, featured The German-American tgart Army Substance Abuse the Stuttgart Women’s Club of Stuttgart Program will host free Tai Chi Gospel Choir, is seeking volunteers for the classes Sept. 18 at 6:30 a.m. in wine tasting, a annual Pfennig Bazaar Oct. 16- the Patch Fitness Center gym fashion show, face 17. Proceeds from the bazaar and Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. in the painting and other support a variety of German Kelley Fitness Center gym. family activities. and American organizations. For more information, call Larry Reilly Volunteers are needed to the Army Substance Abuse set up on Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to Program at 431-2530/civ. 7 p.m. and work the event from 07031-15-2530. portunity Office at 430-5256/ immediate health care needs, The TRICARE Online 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. The bazaar Discounted Horror civ. 0711-680-5256. call the Nurse Advice Line at administrator is available at will be held in the Liederhalle, Night tickets on sale Celebrate Hispanic 0800-825-1600 (from a DSN 371-2768/civ. 06221-17-2768 Berliner Platz 1-3, Stuttgart. line) or 00800-4759-2330 for problems or questions. For more information call U.S. Army Garrison Stut- heritage Sept. 18 (from a civilian line). civ. 0151-5821-4828 or 0712- tgart’s KONTAKT German- Muppets will visit U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Ski club meets Sept. 795-7235. American Club is selling will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Stuttgart Oct. 2 discounted tickets for a Hal- Month during an observance 20 for picnic The Sesame Street USO Commissary to hold loween Horror Night at Europa on Sept. 18 at 3:30 p.m. in the The Patch Ski Club will Experience for Military Families case lot sale Park on Oct. 11 for ages 16 Swabian Special Event Center hold a fall picnic Sept. 20 is part of Sesame Workshop’s The Patch Commissary years and older. Tickets include on Patch Barracks. from 1-4 p.m. at Husky Field Talk, Listen, Connect initiative, will hold a worldwide case lot admission into Europa Park For more information, call on Patch Barracks. The picnic a military outreach program for sale Sept. 25-27. and the Marc Terenzi Horror Sgt. 1st Class Chrysti Lassit- Night show. Discounted tickets will feature a live Bavarian- military families with young Announcements are er-Jones, Equal Opportunity for the Europa Park entrance style band, food and drink. children experiencing the effects now online advisor, at 430-7945/civ. 0711- only are also available. Participants will be able to sign of deployment. Live character The expanded version of 680-7945. For more information, e- up for winter ski trips. performances will be held Oct. 2 the Community Announce- mail info@Kontakt-club-stut- Health clinic closed For more information, visit at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. in the Patch ments is now online at www. tgart.de, or call 431-2301/civ. www.patchskiclub.com. Fitness Center gymnasium. stuttgart.army.mil. Click on Oct. 9, 12 For more information, call the Community Announce- 07031-15-2301/civ. 07031- The Stuttgart Army Health TRICARE Online 15-2301. 430-2110/civ. 0711-680-2110. ments link. Clinic will be closed for Co- Register for TRICARE Discover Stuttgart lumbus Day weekend, Oct. Online and book appointments Learn about German cul- 9 and 12. For emergencies, online at https://www.tricare- ture, language and public contact the Military Police. For online.com. transportation at the Stuttgart MILITARY Newcomers Orientation Sept. 22 and 24. Future class dates MOMS... include Oct. 6 and 8 and Nov. 3 and 5. Tuesday classes are held from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday classes are from 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants must register with Army Community Service. For more information, call 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. Women’s career workshop set A women’s career devel- opment workshop in resume ...a photographic project which tries to show the situation of building will be held Oct. 14 female soldiers who also are mothers. from 9-11 a.m. in the Army In the US Military, the female career soldier has this option. Community Service confer- e way these professional soldiers handle this way of life ence room in Building 2915 on is just admirable. Panzer Kaserne. Registration e show opens on September 17th at 18:00 at the is required. Deutsch-Amrikanisches Zentrum- James F. Byrnes Institut at For more information, call Charlottenplatz 17in 70173 Stuttgart ( www.daz.org ) the U.S. Army Garrison Stut- tgart Equal Employment Op- Opening hours: Tues-Wed- u - 14:00 to 18:00 hrs Page 8 The Citizen, September 17, 2009 The Citizen, September 17, 2009 Page 9 Panthers ... ready to pounce! Story & photos by Susan Huseman USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office

he Patch High School Panthers are out to prove themselves this year. T The fall sports season gets underway this month, and while the football, tennis, cross country, golf and volleyball coaches say it’s too early to make any predictions, they are not afraid to point out their hopefuls. The Panthers tennis team took first place in Re- gion III play last year. Walter Fritz, head tennis coach, looks to the returning players to pilot the team this year. “Holly Martin should do well in singles, and we hope to hone the skills of doubles team Donna Smales and Sara Reynolds,” Fritz said. For the men, Fritz said there are many talented play- ers vying for the top spot, but he expects juniors Jon Lightner, Charlie Schoonover, Justin McManus, senior, and Nick Pugh, freshman, to be serious contenders. With more than 30 golfers on the roster, coach The Panthers cheerleading squad practices “extension” and “scorpion” Phil Carson has doubled the size of his team this year. stunts during a Sept. 9 practice in the Patch Fitness Center. “We have a lot of beginning and young golfers, but we do have a good core of experienced junior and senior golfers,” he added. He expects seniors Ryan Brady and Timi Huang to represent the Panthers in the European championships Claralyn Burt, right, launches into the air to spike this year, as well as Victoria Harvey and Meridith the ball as Jessica Ledbetter tries to block the shot Menzel. Misty Anderson, a senior who transferred to The Patch High School Panthers defensive line takes a lap during practice during practice Sept. 9 in the Patch High School PHS this year from Seattle, Wash., is also expected Sept. 3. More than 80 students came out for the team this year. gymnasium. Both players are juniors. to be a strong contributor. Senior Jeff Zeller With four returning varsity players and plenty works on his running of talented freshmen and sophomores in the wings, skills during practice volleyball coach Todd Taylor said this year’s squad is Sept. 3. looking to be one of the best that Patch High School has fielded for several years. “I’m looking forward to some great defense and offense,” he said. “Some of these girls are going to crush the ball all season long.” Head football coach Brian Hill is not looking to crush his opponents, but rather improve upon last year’s 0-6 record. “We have a lot of talent. I think, with some work, these kids can have a much better season than they’ve had in the past couple years,” said Hill, who taught at Kadena High School in Okinawa last year. Forty-two out of the more than 80 PHS players on the roster attended the Department of Defense Depen- dents Schools football camp in Ansbach last month. Returning players Charlie Schoonover (left) and Jon Lightner, Julius Rich, Kenny Hall and Mike Nichol are Members of the Patch High School men’s and women’s cross country team run laps Sept. both juniors, train as a doubles team during practice Sept. 9. Members of the Panthers golf team practice on the driving 11 as part of the team’s fundraising efforts. The cross country team ran for two hours strong, standout players, according to Hill. “But I can’t range at the Stuttgart Golf Course Sept. 10. make any predictions right now,” he said. “The guys around the Husky Field track to raise money for a sports banquet and awards. are buying into the program. They’re motivated.” Patch High For cross country, seniors Brandon Crytzer, Zach School Decker, Cole Garraghty, Kylie Springer and Alexis sophomore Harrison, junior, return to take care of unfinished busi- Holly Martin, Patch High School Fall Sports Schedule ness — a win at the European championships. Last left, and Sara year, the men’s team took second, while the women’s Reynolds, Golf Tennis Cross Country Football Volleyball junior, team team placed third. Sept. 17 — at Bamberg Sept. 19 — at Vilseck Sept. 19 — at Weisbaden Sept. 19 — at Kaiserslautern Sept. 19 — at Vilseck up during “I think we’ll do very well against the other Sept. 24 — at Heidelberg Sept. 26 — Home vs. BFA Sept. 26 — Off Sept. 26 — Home vs. Unicorns Sept. 26 — Home practice schools,” said Karla Young-Phillips, the assistant cross Oct. 1 — at Vilseck Oct. 3 — at Hohenfels Oct. 3 — at Hohenfels Oct. 3 — Home vs. Weisbaden Oct. 3 — at Bamberg on Patch country coach. “We’ve got a lot of strong runners.” Oct. 8 — Home Oct. 10 — Home vs. Bamberg Oct. 10 — at Vilseck Oct. 10 — at Lakenhealth Oct. 10 — at Vilseck Barracks Win or lose, the coed cheerleading squad will be Oct. 15-16 — European Champi- Oct. 17 — at Heidelberg Oct. 17 — at Bamberg Oct. 17 — at Heidelberg Oct. 17 — at Bamberg Sept. 11. Last promoting school spirit and motivating the Panther onships at Wiesbaden Oct. 24 — Home* vs. Ansbach Oct. 24 — Home* Oct. 24 — Home* vs. Vilseck Oct. 24 — Home* year, the players and fans. Oct. 31 — European Champion- Oct. 31 — European Champion- Oct. 31 — To be determined Oct. 31 — at Black Forest Academy PHS tennis “You’ll see us mostly at the football games, but we ships at Wiesbaden ships at Heidelberg Nov. 7 — Super Six at Baum- Nov. 5-7 — European Champion- team took * Homecoming try and support all athletic events,” said coach Heather holder ships at KMC Slaughter. She said the squad will be training for the first place at championships, to be held in February. regionals. Page 10 Out and abOut The Citizen, September 17, 2009 The Citizen, September 17, 2009 Out and abOut Page 11 Venice in 48 hours: a quick guide to the water city Wine, beer festivals abound in September Story & photo by Jesse M. Granger Festivals and more Kelter am Grafenberg. • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Stuttgart Special to The Citizen • Sept. 20 — Stuttgart — • Sept. 27 — Wiesensteig — Potato — Table tennis European champion- Off Base English Theatre festival ship enice is commonly referred • Ongoing until Sept. 19 — Heilbronn The Off Base English This festival is located at the to as the most romantic — International summer street the- The competition is located Theatre celebrates their first Schlosshof. city in all of Italy. For all atre festival at the Porsche-Arena in Bad V anniversary with an encore • Sept. 25-28 — Beilstein —Wine its winding walkways, story-book ar- International street artists will fill Cannstatt. performance of Christopher festival chitecture and city-on-the-sea appeal, the streets of the downtown area • Sept. 21 — Sachsenheim — Variety Durang’s “Laughing Wild.” The Amalienhof in Söhlbach is during this festival. market it is, without a doubt, one of the “can’t Curtains open at 7:30 p.m. the location of this festival. • Sept. 19 — Pfullingen — Celler This market is located in the city miss” destinations for the Europe- at the Kulturwerk in east Stut- • Sept. 25-28 — Weinsberg — Wine nights center. centric traveler. tgart. For more details, check festival The cellers of the city will be the • Sept. 22 — Herrenberg — Fall But an extended vacation in the City out the theatre web site, at This festival is located at the stages for several events during market of Bridges is expensive, and a weak www.obetheatre.com. Graiser Hang. this festival. This market is located in the old dollar only adds to the cost. The performance is in • Sept. 26-28 — Kirchheim am • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Stuttgart part of town. However, even with Venice’s high English. “Laughing Wild” is not Neckar — Wine festival — European music festival • Sept. 24-28 — Bretten — Wine prices, it is possible to visit on a budget. intended for audiences under The wine festival is located at More than 30 concerts at various market By performing a quick check of one of 16 years of age. the Alten Kelter. many online travel search engines, you Gondolas and water taxis provide visitors to Venice with a breathtaking view and welcome break from walking. locations participate in this event. This market and festival is lo- For more information, visit www. can find regular round-trip flights out of Markets and more cated in the pedestrian area of musikfest.de. Stuttgart in the $150 to $300 range. comes, if you’re not careful. famous bridge in the city, and the first comes by way of water travel. Gondola • Sept. 20 — Tübingen — City run downtown. • Sept. 18-20 — Esslingen am Neckar However, once you’ve touched Avid shoppers will appreciate the across the Grand Canal. rides and water taxis are hard to miss. This event starts at the Friedrich- • Sept. 19 — Schorndorf — Art • Sept. 26 — Korntal-Münchingen — — Cultural festival down, finding a deal on accommoda- choices available in Venice, from high- There’s plenty more to take in, but The gondola provides a scenic trip for strasse at the Zinser-Dreieck. nights Münchinger market The festival takes place in the tions can be more challenging. Hotels end designer-brand handbags and the checking out the top three to five at- those looking to slow down and enjoy • Sept. 20 — Waiblingen — Remstal- Art galleries, museums and stu- This market is located at the historic part of town. range from $200 to $350 per night for more reasonably priced knock-offs, to tractions can easily be accomplished the surroundings, while the water taxi Classics dios are open until late at night. Hauptstrasse in Münchingen. • Sept. 19-20 — Castle Hohenzollern two-star accommodations to upwards the most gaudy tourist trinkets. in just a single day, making Venice an is a quicker, cheaper way of getting to Vintage automobiles and other • Sept. 20 — Köngen — Fall and • Sept. 26-27 — Böblingen — Swa- — Falkner’s festival The must-see sights in Venice are ideal locale for an abbreviated trip. the other side of the island. vehicles are displayed through out Roman market bian market of $600 a night if you’re looking to The festival is open from 11 a.m. a relatively short list, thanks to the Brief or not, be prepared to lace It’s nearly impossible to leave the downtown area. This market and festival is lo- This market is located at the splurge on a five-star hotel. to 6 p.m. at the castle. island’s small size. At the top is the up your most comfortable walking without sore feet, but walking, get- • Sept. 21 — Besigheim — Wine cated at the Römerpark. Elbenplatz at the Unteren See. With authentic Italian pizza and • Sept. 19-20 — Dornhan — farmers pasta, and an abundance of fresh Basilica di San Marco, the cathedral shoes to explore this city. Venice is ting lost, and walking some more are festival • Sept. 20 — Stuttgart — Fall mar- • Sept. 26-27 — Grossbottwar — His- autumn festival The historical city center is ket torical market seafood, there’s no shortage of eating of Venice. Even the Byzantine archi- the world’s only pedestrian city, which all a part of an authentic Venetian This festival is located at the the location for this annual wine This flea market at the Karl- Life in the Middle Ages comes options. tecture in the Piazza San Marco offers means most of your travel will be done experience. Kaltenhof in the city section of festival. splatz, Schiller and Marktplatz alive during this market located in But be sure to check the prices be- one of the most breathtaking views in on foot. There’s no doubt that Venice is Leinstetten. • Sept. 18-21 — Esslingen am Neckar opens the fall season. the historical downtown area. forehand though, as meals can go for all of Italy. The lack of cars, honking horns one of the top vacation destinations • Sept. 19-20 — Gomadingen — — Wine festival • Sept. 20 — Ludwigsburg — Lake • Sept. 26-27 — Ludwigsburg — An- as much as a few hundred euros in one Other “can’t miss” spots include the and smog helps the city’s image as in Europe, if not the world. Thanks to Butchers festival This festival is located at the Concert tique mile sitting, with surcharges for hearing live Grand Canal (which you literally can’t an untouched relic from centuries the short list of sights, easy-to-cover Local butchers celebrate their Kelter in the city section of Met- The concert takes place at This antique market and interna- music or just sitting outside. miss), the Gallerie dell’Accademia, a past. However, after a couple days distance and high cost, it’s also an profession by offering fresh prod- tingen. Castle Monrepos. tional food festival is located in the Add it all up, and just a couple museum containing masterpieces of of pounding the cobblestones, you’re optimal choice for time-crunched trav- ucts from their shops. There will • Sept. 19-21 — Stuttgart — Wine • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Bruchsal downtown area. of nights in Venice could leave you Venetian painting up to the 18th cen- going to want a break. elers looking to cram an unforgettable be food, music and entertainment festival — Autumn market floored when the credit card bill tury, and the Rialto Bridge, the most The most ready form of relief experience into a weekend. at the Festplatz, in the city section The festival is located at the This festival and market is lo- • Sept. 26-27 — Weil der Stadt — of Dapfen. Kelter of the Weinmanufaktur in cated at the Messplatz. Culinary market • Sept. 19-20 — Leonberg — Old the Strümpfelbacherstrasse in Un- • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Tübingen The market features interna- Tübingen offers history, education, old world charm city spectacle tertürkheim. — Umbrian and Provance market tional foods at the Marktplatz. This festival offers concerts, • Sept. 19-21 — Walddorfhäslach Tübingen’s partner cities in • Sept. 27 — Bad Urach — Musical Story and photo by Birgit Thompson lining the narrow streets. vintage vehicles and more at the — Kirbe France and Italy introduce their market USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs The city of Tübingen has preserved many of its Kirchplatz and in the downtown This traditional festival offers a regions to visitors in the downtown This famers and antique market historical buildings, such as the university, which area. fairground at the Festplatz at the area. is located in the downtown area. he university town of Tübingen is divided adds to the charm of its small alleyways and old • Sept. 19-20 — Lorch — Medieval Freizeitzentrum Weiherwiesen. in more ways than one: the Neckar River wood-frame houses. Staufer festival • Sept. 26 — Bietigheim — Bi- flows through it, separating the old section T The historical Marktplatz hosts an open-air mar- This festival takes place at the etigheim XXL • Sept. 25 to Oct. 11 — Stuttgart — Volksfest of town from the new. ket on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Kloster Lorch. Culture meets culinary delights It’s blend of history and modern culture has made • Sept. 19-20 — Neuffen — Wine in the old section of town. it a unique tourist stop, as well as a residence for “This is where the local farmers offer their pro- duce and products,” said Elisabeth Tielsch, a city tour festival • Sept. 25-27 — Horb am Neckar — thinkers and poets. The festival is located at the Neckar River week guide. “Some of the vendors are private folks who Even though there is no campus, a dining hall that Marktscheuer. The market and festival is lo- grow some stuff in their garden and then sell it here.” looks remotely like its American equivalent or even a • Sept. 19-20 — Sachsenheim — Sum- cated at the Festplatzgelände. lecture hall, the whole city is labeled “the University.” Street musicians add to the unusual atmosphere mer Special • Sept. 25-27 — Rottenburg am Established in the 1400s by the Catholic Church of this market, which also offers fresh bread, eggs, This wine village is located at Neckar — Medieval festival as a theological academy, the university was es- meats and flowers. the Äusseren Schlosshof in Gross- The festival takes place in the tablished as an institution solely reserved for men. A ride in the Stocherkahn (small punt boats) is also sachsenheim. Stadtgraben, daily from 10 a.m. Monks discussed questions about God and life with very popular in Tübingen. The narrow boats glide up • Sept. 20 — Oppenweiler — Pump- • Sept. 25-27 — Weinstadt — Wine their students in Latin or Greek. and down the Neckar River. From the boats, riders kin festival festival Today, the university offers more than 140 differ- can view a picturesque little island in the middle of This culinary festival takes place The Genossenschaftskeller in ent degrees, including medical professions, art, mu- town and the remnants of the old city walls. at the Schlossstrasse. Strümpfelbach is the location of • Sept. 20 — Reutlingen — 150 years this festival. sic, law, Japanese studies and more. Students from all Tielsch, who is not a native to Tübingen, once www.stuttgarter-volksfest.de of trains • Sept. 26-27 — Neuenstein — Fall over the world come here to learn. studied American culture here in town and now This train station festival is lo- festival Tübingen’s international culture can be seen and gives tours in English. “I try to make the tours inter- The 164th Volksfest opens its gates on Sept. 25 at noon. The cated at the Westbahnhof. The festival takes place at the festival is open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and is located on the felt when strolling along the cobblestone streets that esting for everyone,” she said, but there is one chal- • Sept. 20 — Schwäbisch Hall — Bahnhofstrasse. Wasen in Bad Cannstatt. Visitors can take the S-2 and S-3 trains lege: there is just too much to see and explore. weave through the town’s center. Italian ice cream Friendship days • Sept. 26-27 — Schorndorf — Wine from Vaihingen to the Bad Cannstatt-Bahnhof, or local train U-11 parlors, Turkish and Greek restaurants and other eth- This international festival takes festival from the Hauptbahnhof directly to the fest ground. nic stores are tucked within the mix of small shops For more information, visit www.tuebingen.de. Musicians at the market square play a lively tune. place at the Marktplatz. This festival takes place at the The Citizen, September 17, 2009 Out and abOut Page 11 Wine, beer festivals abound in September

Festivals and more Kelter am Grafenberg. • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Stuttgart • Sept. 20 — Stuttgart — • Sept. 27 — Wiesensteig — Potato — Table tennis European champion- Off Base English Theatre festival ship • Ongoing until Sept. 19 — Heilbronn The Off Base English This festival is located at the — International summer street the- The competition is located Theatre celebrates their first Schlosshof. atre festival at the Porsche-Arena in Bad anniversary with an encore • Sept. 25-28 — Beilstein —Wine International street artists will fill Cannstatt. performance of Christopher festival the streets of the downtown area • Sept. 21 — Sachsenheim — Variety Durang’s “Laughing Wild.” The Amalienhof in Söhlbach is during this festival. market Curtains open at 7:30 p.m. the location of this festival. • Sept. 19 — Pfullingen — Celler This market is located in the city at the Kulturwerk in east Stut- • Sept. 25-28 — Weinsberg — Wine nights center. tgart. For more details, check festival The cellers of the city will be the • Sept. 22 — Herrenberg — Fall out the theatre web site, at This festival is located at the stages for several events during market www.obetheatre.com. Graiser Hang. this festival. This market is located in the old The performance is in • Sept. 26-28 — Kirchheim am • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Stuttgart part of town. English. “Laughing Wild” is not Neckar — Wine festival — European music festival • Sept. 24-28 — Bretten — Wine intended for audiences under The wine festival is located at More than 30 concerts at various market 16 years of age. the Alten Kelter. locations participate in this event. This market and festival is lo- For more information, visit www. Markets and more cated in the pedestrian area of musikfest.de. • Sept. 20 — Tübingen — City run downtown. • Sept. 18-20 — Esslingen am Neckar This event starts at the Friedrich- • Sept. 19 — Schorndorf — Art • Sept. 26 — Korntal-Münchingen — — Cultural festival strasse at the Zinser-Dreieck. nights Münchinger market The festival takes place in the • Sept. 20 — Waiblingen — Remstal- Art galleries, museums and stu- This market is located at the historic part of town. Classics dios are open until late at night. Hauptstrasse in Münchingen. • Sept. 19-20 — Castle Hohenzollern Vintage automobiles and other • Sept. 20 — Köngen — Fall and • Sept. 26-27 — Böblingen — Swa- — Falkner’s festival vehicles are displayed through out Roman market bian market The festival is open from 11 a.m. the downtown area. This market and festival is lo- This market is located at the to 6 p.m. at the castle. • Sept. 21 — Besigheim — Wine cated at the Römerpark. Elbenplatz at the Unteren See. • Sept. 19-20 — Dornhan — farmers festival • Sept. 20 — Stuttgart — Fall mar- • Sept. 26-27 — Grossbottwar — His- autumn festival The historical city center is ket torical market This festival is located at the the location for this annual wine This flea market at the Karl- Life in the Middle Ages comes Kaltenhof in the city section of festival. splatz, Schiller and Marktplatz alive during this market located in Leinstetten. • Sept. 18-21 — Esslingen am Neckar opens the fall season. the historical downtown area. • Sept. 19-20 — Gomadingen — — Wine festival • Sept. 20 — Ludwigsburg — Lake • Sept. 26-27 — Ludwigsburg — An- Butchers festival This festival is located at the Concert tique mile Local butchers celebrate their Kelter in the city section of Met- The concert takes place at This antique market and interna- profession by offering fresh prod- tingen. Castle Monrepos. tional food festival is located in the ucts from their shops. There will • Sept. 19-21 — Stuttgart — Wine • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Bruchsal downtown area. be food, music and entertainment festival — Autumn market at the Festplatz, in the city section The festival is located at the This festival and market is lo- • Sept. 26-27 — Weil der Stadt — of Dapfen. Kelter of the Weinmanufaktur in cated at the Messplatz. Culinary market • Sept. 19-20 — Leonberg — Old the Strümpfelbacherstrasse in Un- • Ongoing until Sept. 20 — Tübingen The market features interna- city spectacle tertürkheim. — Umbrian and Provance market tional foods at the Marktplatz. This festival offers concerts, • Sept. 19-21 — Walddorfhäslach Tübingen’s partner cities in • Sept. 27 — Bad Urach — Musical vintage vehicles and more at the — Kirbe France and Italy introduce their market Kirchplatz and in the downtown This traditional festival offers a regions to visitors in the downtown This famers and antique market area. fairground at the Festplatz at the area. is located in the downtown area. • Sept. 19-20 — Lorch — Medieval Freizeitzentrum Weiherwiesen. Staufer festival • Sept. 26 — Bietigheim — Bi- This festival takes place at the etigheim XXL • Sept. 25 to Oct. 11 — Stuttgart — Volksfest Kloster Lorch. Culture meets culinary delights • Sept. 19-20 — Neuffen — Wine in the old section of town. festival • Sept. 25-27 — Horb am Neckar — The festival is located at the Neckar River week Marktscheuer. The market and festival is lo- • Sept. 19-20 — Sachsenheim — Sum- cated at the Festplatzgelände. mer Special • Sept. 25-27 — Rottenburg am This wine village is located at Neckar — Medieval festival the Äusseren Schlosshof in Gross- The festival takes place in the sachsenheim. Stadtgraben, daily from 10 a.m. • Sept. 20 — Oppenweiler — Pump- • Sept. 25-27 — Weinstadt — Wine kin festival festival This culinary festival takes place The Genossenschaftskeller in at the Schlossstrasse. Strümpfelbach is the location of • Sept. 20 — Reutlingen — 150 years this festival. of trains • Sept. 26-27 — Neuenstein — Fall www.stuttgarter-volksfest.de This train station festival is lo- festival The 164th Volksfest opens its gates on Sept. 25 at noon. The cated at the Westbahnhof. The festival takes place at the festival is open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and is located on the • Sept. 20 — Schwäbisch Hall — Bahnhofstrasse. Wasen in Bad Cannstatt. Visitors can take the S-2 and S-3 trains Friendship days • Sept. 26-27 — Schorndorf — Wine from Vaihingen to the Bad Cannstatt-Bahnhof, or local train U-11 This international festival takes festival from the Hauptbahnhof directly to the fest ground. place at the Marktplatz. This festival takes place at the Page 12 SpOrtS The Citizen, September 17, 2009

SpOrtS ShOrtS Girls’ open tryouts for Disney Soccer Showcase Sept. 20 The Olympic Development Program-Europe will hold open tryouts for girls for the 2009 Dis- ney Soccer Showcase in Orlando, Fla., Sept. 20 in Tiefenbach. Tryouts will be held for U15-U16 and U17-U18 teams. Players should wear appropriate soccer attire, including cleats and shin guards, and bring a soccer ball. For more information, e-mail kniki- [email protected] or call civ. 0160-331-5588. Register for CYS Services win-

ter sports season www.flickr.com/photos/cism-canada Register your children for Child, Youth and Nate Durham, a member of the U.S. Armed Forces swimming team, waits at the start to begin a race during School Services’ wrestling, cheerleading and the 43rd Military Swimming and Lifesaving Championships in Montreal, Quebec, last month. basketball Oct. 1-30 at Central Enrollment and Registration, Building 2347, Patch Barracks. Participants must be enrolled with CYS Ser- vices and have a valid physical through March Stuttgart Marine coaches military 15 in order to register. For more information, call 430-7480/civ. 0711-680-7480 or e-mail [email protected]. swim team at international competition Aikido class available for kids By Brittany Carlson experience, set a record Aikido martial arts for kids ages 8-15 starts USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office for the number of medals Sept. 14. Classes will be held Monday from 4-5:30 won by an American team or Maj. Greg Burgess, a day at the pool is p.m. in the Patch Fitness Center and Wednesday in a single competition. a day well-spent. from 4-5:30 p.m. in the Patch Hub. Burgess’ proudest Unfortunately, the former Olympian Newcomers can try it, free of charge. The F moment, however, was doesn’t often get those kinds of days in Stuttgart — cost is $90 for two months. Participants must be when the team won the he works for the U.S. Africa Command Fire Cell on enrolled in Child, Youth and School Services to sportsmanship trophy, Kelley Barracks, a 40-minute drive from the pool. participate. another first for the So, when the 43rd Military Swimming and Life- Register at Central Enrollment and Registra- American team. saving Championships in Montreal rolled around last tion in Building 2347 on Patch Barracks. For more Maj. Greg Burgess The award is the crown month, Burgess was only too happy to go along — information, call 430-7480/civ. 0711-680-7480. even if he wasn’t doing the swimming. jewel of the entire event, created to promote “friend- Stuttgart course sponsors fall Burgess, a Marine, acted as chief of mission ship through sport.” golf scramble for the U.S. Armed Forces team, which competed “The young officers and NCOs did a phenomenal job of engaging other swimmers from other countries,” The Stuttgart Golf Course will host a fall against 175 athletes from 18 countries in the com- scramble Oct. 3. The shotgun start is at 10 a.m. petition Aug. 5-14. Besides representing the team Burgess said. “They got to know a lot of them.” For more information, call civ. 0714-187-9151. at official ceremonies, Burgess helped coach and They did fall behind in the other swimming events, advise the team. but Burgess attributed this to less training time than Great Pumpkin Run on Oct. 24 He was more than qualified: Burgess’ swimming their international counterparts, often reservists, had. U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Family and Mo- resume includes earning a silver medal at the 1992 Nevertheless, the U.S. team members competed in rale, Welfare and Recreation will host the “Great Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain, and setting four all 16 swimming events, and three became finalists. Pumpkin Run” Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. American swimming records: two in the 200 individual When they weren’t swimming, the team participat- Participants can register starting Sept. 28 in medley and two in the 400 IM. Still, he said, this year’s ed in events, such as a culture day, touring Montreal’s the Patch Fitness Center. The entry fee for the 5 U.S. team made his job easy. underground tunnels and malls with other teams. or 10 kilometer run is $12 for individuals, $30 “They did a hell of a lot more than I did,” he said. “I hope to do this next year,” Burgess said. “I for families. The first 300 registered runners “It was such a great group of people.” wouldn’t mind making it a regular thing. It was a will receive a T-shirt. The deadline to register The team of eight (Marines, Navy and Air Force lot of fun.” is 9 a.m. on race day. service members from all over the world) won five For more information, call 430-5386/civ. medals in the lifeguarding category, including one For more information on the Military Swimming 0711-680-5386. gold medal. and Lifesaving World Championships, visit www. The team, none of which had prior lifeguarding cism-milsport.org.

International Baptist Church Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. of Stuttgart Read Children’s Church and Nursery Services: Provided The Citizen Sunday 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM • Wednesday 6:30 PM Untere Waldplätze 38 • 70569 Stuttgart (Vaihingen) Meeting at the online at Marriot Hotel Sindelfi ngen Phone: +49 711 687 43 65 Mahdentalstrasse 68 www. Fax: +49 711 678 80 26 71065 Sindelfi ngen E-Mail: [email protected] Tel: 07032-954314 stuttgart. Web: www.ibcstuttgart.de Missionary Pastor- Dr. Harold Pierce Independent Baptist Church Serving (serving our Military and surrounding army.mil For leisure, visit www.stuttgartmwr.com the Stuttgart area communities since 1998) The Citizen, September 17, 2009 Page 13

FreeFor commercial Private prices, please contact Ads us!

Display Ads: Hanna-Maria Weills Classi ed ads: Sabrina Braun E-Mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 06 31 - 30 33 55 37 Tel: 06 31 - 357 83 06 Fax: 06 31 - 30 33 55 35 Fax: 06 31 - 340 59 80 AdvantiPro GmbH takes no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any of the products and services advertised For Sale • Pets • Autos • Wanted in The Citizen. Readers are responsible for checking the prices, quali cations, warranty and any other factor AdvantiPro GmbH l Europaallee 3 l 67657 Kaiserslautern l Mon - Thu: 9:00 – 17:00 l Fri: 9:00 – 15:00 Lost • Motorcycles • and more that might help you decide whether to do business with an individual or company advertising herein.

ACCOMMODATION quiet, located min from Patch & Torbeck, 430-7197 or 07031-678422 1998-2007 National Geographics in Queen sleeper sofa & wall saver lazy Panzer. 2300 sqft, 5 big BR, 3baths, (evenings). slip cases, $175; Kenwood DVF-5020 boy recliner set. color: light brown/ FOR SALE open kitch, lg entert rm in basem & CD/DVD player, $50. Will also consid- tan. Both $95. Leonberg/Stuttgart 4Bdrm Brand New Condo in garage +2 prkg-lots. Nice quiet & priv FOR SALE er o ers on all items. Contact Shawn area. 07152-764377, DSN: 434-5083. Renningen lux, few min from Patch backyard, good for pet. We are look- 3 piece set couch - American Style, at [email protected] Photos available. Send email request & Panzer. 2000sqft, 3bathrm, open ing forward to meeting you!? 2’900€ large & comfortable, cloth mate- PC package - Fujitsu Siemens, to [email protected] kitch, entertain & stor rm in basem. p/month (LQA of $48’000 p/yr). No rial, large pillows, only used by 1.5ghz/40GB HD/256mb memory/ Twin Size Bed & mattress, German Spacious sunny & priv backyard perf down-payment. Wolf-Haus, 0170- owner. 27”JVC TV incl DVD & VCR. VGA 64mb/CRW CD/DVD, LG Flatron Style slatted frame, head & footboard. 4kids & pets, designed for americans 6886723, 0711-67251122 All together $1200 Call: 430-5792 or 17” monitor, Epson Photo 890 printer, Paid €320 will accept $300 OBO. Call: - 110V, setup for american washer, Nice studio apartment with fan- 0160-3138763 2 Speakers, German keyboard, origi- 0151-53232-444 dryer & fridge, kitch & lights incl, lrg tastic view for sale two kilometers Jeep Spare Tire Bicycle Mount nal boxes/software $300.00. 07152- Yard Sale on Saturday 19th garage +much more! We are looking from Panzer Bks. Large bedroom/ (brand new), $200; Klipsch KSF-C5 764377, DSN: 434-5083 hardesty@ September from 8am-4pm. On forward meeting you! ? 2’750€ per sitting room, separate kitchen and Center Channel, Cerwin Vega AT-40 gmx.de Panzer Kaserne, Bldg Number 3110. month (LQA of $47’000 a year). No full bath, balcony and external and HTW-12 CE Subwoofer home down-payment needed.Wolf-Haus, storage room on same  oor. Full stereo speakers, $350 for all; Gateway 0170-6886723, 0711-67251122 caretaker(Hausmeister) services. Two Desktop with monitor and lots of ac- ���������������������� ������������������������� �������������������� ������������������ 4Bdrm Luxury Duplex In elevators. Laundry room and bicycle cessories, $300; 134 Playboys, $250; Steinenbronn, gorgeous, min from room in building. Also included is an- Panzer & Kelly. 1500sqft, 3bathrm, en- other basement storage room and a tert & stor rm in basem. Nice sunny & full garage with very easy street ac- JOE *SATELLITE* priv backyard perf 4kids & pets. Amer cess. Public transportation, grocery wshr, dryer & fridge, kitch & lights store and swimming pool/sauna Sky Digital 300+ incl 2spacious prkng spaces! We are within walking distance. Nearby English channels I R I S H PU B looking forward meeting you! 2300€ countryside invites long walks or 0631 343 1418 �������� �������������� �������������� p/mnth (LQA of $40’000 a year). No jogging in the fresh air. Asking price ������������� ��������������� ��������������� down-payment needed. Wolf-Haus, is 55,000.-- Euro negotiable. All seri- 0171 684 6926 ����������������������� �������� �� �� 0170-6886723, 0711-67251122 ous o ers considered. If interested www.joesat.com ���������� ������������������ �������������������� 5BR Spacious House Magstadt,VOLVO or for more information, contact – Gil SUMMER SALE 2009 C30 T5 Black Sapphire Metallic, DEMO 2010 XC60 T6 Savile Grey Off Black/Quartz Textile T-Tech, Trip Computer, Power Pearl, Off Black Leather, Climate Package, Convenience Package, Active Driver Seat, Rear Armrest, Alarm w. Remote Control. Bi-Xenon Lights, Footboard Molding Illuminated, Floor Mats Rubber. MSRP: $27,590.00 ONLY: $24,900.00 SAVE: $2,690.00 MSRP: $43,080.00 ONLY: $34,500.00 SAVE: $8,580.00

2010 S40 T5 AWD Titanium Grey Pearl, 2010 XC60 T6 Electric Silver Metallic, Off Black Off Black Leather, Climate Package, Electronic Glass Sunroof, Active Leather, Climate Package, Park Assistance Front-Rear, Active Bi-Xenon Bi-Xenon Lights, Power Passenger Seat. Lights. MSRP: $36,150.00 ONLY: $30,747.00 SAVE: $5,403.00 MSRP: $41,125.00 ONLY: $36,237.00 SAVE: $4,888.00

2010 V70 3.2 R-Design, Black DEMO 2009 XC90 3.2 AWD Sapphire Metallic, Off Black/Ceramic Leather, Park Assistance Shadow Blue Metallic, Off Black Leather, Premium Package, Versatility Front-Rear, Audio System Premium Sound, DVD-Rear Seat Package, Climate Package, Galateia Wheel Package, Convenience Entertainment-Dual Screen, Climate Package. Package, DVD Map EUROPE, Floor Mats Rubber. MSRP: $43,460.00 ONLY: $36,030.00 SAVE: $7,430.00 WE TAKE TRADE-INS MSRP: $47,369.00 ONLY: $39,000.00 SAVE: $8,369.00 2010 V70 3.2Titanium Grey Pearl, Off Black 2010 XC90 3.2 AWD Black Sapphire Leather, Climate Package, 17” AL. Wheels CASSINI, Active Bi-Xenon 2009 C70 T5 2009 C70 T5 Metallic, Off Black Leather, Climate Package, Multimedia Package, Electric Silver Metallic, Off Black Passion Red, Calcite Cream Leather, Active Bi-Xenon BLIS, Power Foldable Door Mirrors, Décor Inlays- Lights, Park Assistance Front-Rear, Load Carrier Alu, Premium Leather, Climate Package, Premium Premium Package, Climate Package, Aluminium, DVD Map EUROPE, Floor Mats Rubber. Package. Package, Park Assist-Rear, 18” AL. Dynaudio Package, Convenience MSRP: $44,579.00 ONLY: $38,165.00 SAVE: $6,414.00 MSRP: $42,210.00 ONLY: $34,035.00 SAVE: $8,175.00 Wheels MIRZAN. Package, Active Bi-Xenon Lights, MSRP: $47,090.00 BLIS, Power Foldable Door Mirrors, 2010 XC90 3.2 AWD Silver Metallic, 2010 XC70 3.2 AWD Silver Metallic, ONLY: $40,000.00 Volvo Navigation System. Off Black Leather, DVD-Rear Seat Entertainment-Dual Screen, Active Off Black Leather, Premium Package, Climate Package, Convenience SAVE: $7,090.00 MSRP: $51,160.00 Bi-Xenon Lights, BLIS, Power Foldable Door Mirrors, Décor Inlays Package. ONLY: $44,000.00 Aluminium, Rear Headphone Sockets, Floor Mats Rubber. MSRP: $43,665.00 ONLY: $39,705.00 SAVE: $3,960.00 SAVE: $7,160.00 MSRP: $44,079.00 ONLY: $37,715.00 SAVE: $6,364.00 MILITARY SALES Serving the Military Community for over 35 Years. STUTTGART Outside Patch Barracks 4 years / 50,000 miles warranty, 5 years Home Shipping, Hauptstr. 189 B • 70563 Stuttgart • Tel: 0711 - 6204885 3 years / till 30,000 miles free service Email: [email protected] · WWW.AUTOPIEPER.COM Page 14 The Citizen, September 17, 2009

Autos 785-6202 email: [email protected] Call: 06314118230 / 06303806164 sale supply accounting within ev- ability to obtain and maintain Secret $11,950 OBO, Great Condition! Fully located in stuttgart I buy all cars even damaged and bro- ery activity and unit. 2) Date Entry Clearance USMC Supply/Logistics Loaded! BMW Serviced! 125,000km, 2002 Saturn S-Series SCI Coup, ken cars 0163-556-3333 Clerk: Perform various duties which Military Occupational Specialty Black, Dynamic Stability Control, 57k miles, Automatic, AC, CD, Moon include receiving, inspecting, locat- experience preferred If interested Anti-lock Brakes, Dual Front and Side Roof, RearSpoiler, front wheel drive. Motorcycles ing, storing, rotating, safekeeping, please email your resume to ca- Airbags, Xenon Lights, Rear Park Available now. $4900k obo. Call „2007 Honda Interceptor (25th issuing, preparing, shipping, mate- [email protected]. New Breed Assist, Front and Rear Fog lights, Laura at430-6780 or 1512-1209-476. Anniversary Edition) with 3,800 miles. rial return and disposal of supplies Logistics www.newbreed.com AA/ Leather Sports Seats, Heated Front [email protected] Immaculate condition, Garage Kept, and equipment as it relates to sup- EEO Employment is contingent on Seats, A/C Dual Climate Control, 2004 BMW 330i, Light Green, 42k, Leo Vince Italian Exhaust. $9,200 ply operations. Candidates for both a negative drug screen and clean Automatic Rain Sensor, Automatic exc cond, $16k barbera.vincent@ OBO. cabanplace<\@>yahoo.com“ positions should have the following: criminal history. Sunroof, Automatic Windows, gmail.com High school diploma or equivalent Pet Care and obedience school. Summer and Winter Tires, Central 2006 Volvo XC-90, exc cond. , Pets work related experience; college We offer professional pet care. Day- Locking System, Alarm System, $19500.00, 67k miles, all service re- New Breed Logistics is currently degree and completion of storage / Holiday Care and Dog boarding. 60/40 Fold down Rear Seats, Cruise cords complete, fully loaded: new seeking the following for our start- clerk trade school desired License Please call 0711-1239868 Control, 6 way Trip meter. call 01766- tires, moon roof, rear sensors, 6-CD up operation in Stuttgart, Germany. to operate MHE (forklifts, tractors, 1) Warehouse Lead: Perform every etc.) and operate bulk and small Professional facet of supply administration and parts conveyor systems used in operations while performing the warehouse operations Current valid Services technical duties in retail and whole- drivers license U.S. Citizen and the Are you looking for a good house- keeper? References available. Give me a call! 07032-309881 after 5pm.

.de Wanted Yard Worker Needed for mowing Enjoy yourself outside by the lake! 90 min. facial cost € 79 and hedge trim. 4 hours per month, Open daily at 10 a.m. – warm meals everyday .royal-hair now o er for € 65 40E or $55, flexible hours, equipment Large groups and functions are welcome! provided. Quick bus ride from Kelley www Poststrasse 51 | 71032 Böblingen Barracks in Plieningen. Must be re- Restaurant Café Bootshaus Tel: 07031 43 99 05 | Fax: 07031 43 99 06 sponsible and be 18 years of age. Mönchweg 6 – 71032 Böblingen • Phone: 07031-234790 Contact [email protected] or 0711-933-53001.

HOMES FOR RENT www.stuttgartrealtors.com Contact 0179- 39 36 835

The year around Tax Services for Americans in Europe We’ve been making loans of up to Turn a sharp right $10,000 to Active leaving Patch Duty Military for We are 300 meters on your over 59 years. left down the small road.

Kurmarkerstr.30 YES 70569 Stuttgart-Vaihingen Click today... cash tomorrow® Tel: 0711-687 30 96 www.militaryloans.com “We love to say yes”® Fax: 0711-687 71 59 E-mail: [email protected] You don’t have to wait any longer!

The Stuttgart Citizen – your new local newspaper for the Stuttgart area – is now online! Now you’re able to get the latest military news, check the classi eds and browse the community happenings at your convenience. www.stuttgartcitizen.com The Citizen, September 17, 2009 Page 15

Learn how to Surf‘n’Talk!

0 ernet 600 d Highspeed Int d Internet flat rate .S. Prices starting at e PhoneTHE U 95 / month d TKS Cabl TO € 53. CALLS d FREE e TV d TKS Cabl

e with Surf‘n’Talk & Surf‘n’Talk Vision , Visit your local TKSShop today! TKS is your English-languagy for d Böblingen, Bldg. 2903 Panzer Shopping Mall telecommunicationU.S. militar provider Open Mon - Sat 10:00 - 19:00, Sun 10:00 - 17:00 serving the !

www.tkscable.com over 15 years THE STRONGEST OFFER changes.

9 kg loading capacity technical and 1400 U/ Automatic Quantity Control min mistakes to Subject please. wholesalers, ENERGY No 2009.

SAVER 17th, Class Energy Efficiency A

VERY ENERGY September EFFICIENT on

F1403 FDS WHITE WASHING MACHINE start The loading capacity is 9 kg, the spinning speed is 1400 20 % rotations/min, water consumption: 63 liters, 9 laundry cycles: (cotton, baby

MORE ENERGY offers clothes, quick cotton, synthetics, delicates, hand wash/wool, quick 30, allergy

SAVINGS THAN ENERGY All care and refresh). Dimensions (HxLxD) 84.2x60x60 cm. All prices shown in Euro. You can also pay us with US Dollars, GPC and VAT Form. EFFICIENCY CLASS A Product code: 120 3069

IN-STORE PURCHASE NOT GUARANTEED. IF ITEM IS NOT ON STOCK, PLACE ORDER RIGHT AWAY.

Stuttgart Königstr. 26 Tel.: 0711/12040-0 Fax: 0711/12040-101 www.saturn.de