Friday, May 25, 2018 Volume 11, Issue 20

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

Benelux News Briefs Volunteers needed MWR is in need of volunteers to assist with the World Cup Match event - vs England - June 28 at the SHAPE fest tent. Visit the Chièvres MWR page to sign up. Fitness instructors needed The SHAPE Sports and Fitness Center is looking for volunteer and freelance fitness instructors. Contact 314-423-5325 for more information. Community Themes and Assessment Tool The Community Health Promo- tion Council is surveying the Benelux for thoughts about what is important to the instal- lation; quality of life; and how to improve community health, wellness, readiness, and resil- iency. It is designed to capture the "pulse" of community mem- ber's feelings on quality of life, health, safety, and satisfaction within the Benelux. Participation in this survey is voluntary, and your responses will be kept pri- vate and confidential. Take the survey at: https://usaphcapps. amedd.army.mil/Survey/ se.ashx?s=251137455DDCC5A4.

Table of Contents Remembering all victims of in Zutendaal Lieutenant Col. Mark Allen, U.S. Embassy Representant, legal advisor Office of Defense Corporation, salutes and lays News...... 2-7 a wreath with a pupil of an elementary school in front of the U.S. monument during the WWII Remembrance Inside the Gate...... 8-10 Friday, May 18, 2018 in Zutendaal, Belgium. (U.S. Army photo by Christophe Morel) Outside the Gate...... 11-13 See Page 4 May 25, 2018 Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Three generations of service By U.S. Army Europe Asian Americans and Pacific Island- Corps or Naval Auxiliary Service would ers have a long history of service to be eligible for citizenship. the U.S. military. Spc. Henry Villarama Despite initial obstacles, the family is a Sky Soldier with the 54th Brigade grew stronger and the grandfather’s Engineer Battalion, 173rd Airborne legacy of service inspired Villarama’s Brigade, and is a proud third genera- father to join the military as well in tion Filipino-American who upholds this 1981. Col. Villarama shares, “As a young strong legacy. Filipino officer I had to be proficient in “My family has a long heritage of warf- the English language quickly to be an ighting as American soldiers,” shares effective leader. But from my culture I Villarama. “Beginning with my grandfa- had everything else: courage, discipline, ther who retired as a chief petty officer dedication and persistence.” in the U.S. Navy, my father followed in These leadership qualities are pillars of his footsteps, serving through Desert success within the U.S. military. Amongst Storm and retiring as a colonel in the the Villaramas, these characteristics U.S. Army.” From left to right: Navy Chief Petty Officer (Retired) have been passed down through three Victor V. Villarama, Army Col. (Retired) Henry F. Vil- Growing up, Villarama would hear sto- generations. larama, and Army Spc. Henry L. Villarama of the ries from his grandmother about their 54th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 173rd Airborne "My son in the 173rd Airborne Brigade family’s humble beginnings and the Brigade. (Photo editing by Spc. Henry Villarama) is the continuation of our family’s con- hardships they faced in the Philippines. tribution to our great country,” says Col. She lived in a village that was bombed He made the courageous yet difficult Villarama. “This is also proof that our and occupied by invading soldiers dur- decision to leave his wife and two-year military has the capability of winning the ing WWII. It was during this occupation old son by traveling to the U.S. in the hearts and minds of a liberated country.” that their lives were changed forever. late 1950s, enlisting with the U.S. Navy. This generation’s addition to the Vil- “Life was tough for my grandparents Retired Chief Petty Officer Victor V. larama story finds Spc. Henry Villarama during the war,” explains Villarama. “The Villarama served as a cook aboard the serving as a Sky Soldier in Vicenza, Italy. mother and sister of my grandmother U.S.S. Lexington during the Vietnam It is obvious that he has inherited his were both killed by gunshot wounds conflict. Villarama’s grandfather gained family's strong lineage of leadership. incurred while occupying forces were valuable wartime experience during this He has been with the 173rd Airborne bombing her town of Santiago in the time, but he also achieved something Brigade since March 2017, a paratrooper Isabela Province. My grandfather’s town he had desired for many years. primarily serving as a 25N, or Nodal was also occupied, but thankfully no fam- He attained U.S. citizenship as a result Network Systems Operator/Maintainer. ily members were killed in the process.” of military service. Although naturaliza- Villarama also has the added respon- The occupation of the Philippines tion acts had existed previously, the Act sibility of being the Unit Public Affairs during the war stayed with Villarama’s of May 9, 1918 specifically identified Representative for his battalion, promot- grandfather, Victor, long after the war "any native-born Filipino” with three years ing their lethality, agility, and combat ended, compelling him to join the military. of service in the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine readiness to the world. u

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[2] May 25, 2018 "Your daughter has cancer." Upcoming 24-hour fun run to benefit Make-a-Wish By Hanneke Mader Special to Gazette "Your daughter has cancer." These four words are a parent’s nightmare. These four words changed our lives. In September of 2015, at age seven, Rebecca was diagnosed with osteosar- coma, a bone cancer. Over the course of 10 months, Rebecca endured 32 rounds of chemotherapy and multiple surgeries, including an allograft. Our daily routines of school and extra curricular activities were replaced by doctors visits and long hospital stays. We watched helplessly as the oncolo- gists put bag after bag of poison into our daughter’s little body. We held her close when she would get needles poked into her. We held buckets to catch her vomit. Our thoughts were constantly plagued by the rising medical bills, medication schedules, shots that had to be given at home, and what ifs. During this time we were approached by the Make-A-Wish organization. Make- Rebecca Mader has her wish granted as she meets Olaf at Disney World. The annual 24-hour run event A-Wish seeks to grant wishes to children in support of Make-a-Wish Foundation will be held at the main gym at SHAPE from June 1-2. (Courtesy photo) with life threatening illnesses. Rebecca was asked what her wish was and how Make-A-Wish made this trip an unfor- with him was the highlight of our whole MAW could help grant it. After spending gettable time for Rebecca and our family. trip! She was so happy! much time considering her options, Re- After a year of doctors, chemotherapy, MAW gave us entrance tickets not only becca asked to meet side effects and the constant fear and to Disney World but also to Sea World, Olaf, from the movie worry, Rebecca's wish was Legoland and Universal Studios. We Frozen. MAW decided about to come true! Our were also provided with a debit card to the best way to do day started with breakfast purchase souvenirs and snacks. Upon this was to send her delivered, followed by a lim- arriving back, we found a limousine to Disney World. ousine that took us to the waiting to take us home. The specific che- airport. After meeting the What we experienced thanks to Make- motherapies that pilot we took off for Florida. A-Wish is hard to put into words. Rebecca Rebecca received, We arrived to a rental ve- had undergone so much pain and suf- caused her to be hicle, and house to stay in fering. Our family was worn out physi- hospitalized for most at Give Kids the World, an cally and emotionally. For one week, of the 10 months of all-inclusive resort for Wish MAW took all of our cares and worries treatment. On days kids and their families. away. Taking care of every single detail when she was feel- The day we met Olaf is of our trip meant that we could bask in ing down and unable one none of us will ever the simple joys of meeting a snowman to speak due to mu- forget! named Olaf and spending quality time cositis, a side effect As we made our way together. of chemo, Rebecca through the hallway to the By supporting Make-A-Wish, the SHAPE would research her cold room where Olaf was, community will ensure that more chil- wish. She spent many hours dreaming he jumped out from behind a curtain dren like Rebecca will see their dreams about what it would be like to meet Olaf to surprise Rebecca. Her face lit up im- come true, and for a brief time you will and enjoy all the sights of Disney World. mediately! Olaf showered Rebecca with take away their worries. Thank you for Doing this always lifted her spirits. hugs and kisses. To see her interact what you are doing! u

[3] May 25, 2018 Zutendaal pays tribute to the 1 fallen with WWII Remembrance By Christophe Morel USAG Benelux Public Affairs The Belgian city of Zutendaal hosted all victims of War," Panis added. a WWII Remembrance ceremony May All the attendees also commemo- 18. "One of the reasons for our fra- rated the 22 American pilots who ternity's existence is to preserve the took off from the nearby Y-29 Air memory and properly honor those who Base in the period between Nov. gave their lives so that we can now 1944 and June 1945, and never be free," said Belgian Lt. Jan Panis, returned. President of the local war Army Field Support Battalion- fraternity K.V.O.V. Benelux was invited to participate In a first time, the public, the mili- in the different ceremonies. After the tary and the civil authorities attended holy mass, the audience attended a holy mass in the local Church of a flower tribute. Saint Joseph to commemorate Jan Lt. Col. Torrance Cleveland, AFSBn Fran-Lemmens, Lambert Oyen and Benelux Commander, and Lt. Col. Gaston Delsaer, three fellow villagers Mark Allen, U.S. Embassy Represent- who lost their lives in a concentration ant, legal advisor, Office of Defense 1. Lt. Col. Mark Allen, U.S. Embassy Representant, legal camp, as well as Eduard Haenraets. Corporation, layed a wreath at the advisor, Office of Defense Corporation, lays a wreath with Haenraets was part of the 3rd Mars U.S. monument. "It's a wonderful a pupil of an elementary school during the WWII Remem- Company of the 10 TAC Wing and opportunity for us to continue the brance May 18, 2018 in Zutendaal, Belgium. died after an aircraft crash. "As a spirit of togetherness as we move 2. Lt. Col. Torrance Cleveland, AFSBn Benelux Commander, salutes in front of the U.S. monument. matter of fact, today, we remember forward, " said Cleveland. u 3. Belgian Lt. Jan Panis, the master of ceremony, speaks about all victims of War in St. Joseph's Church. 2 4. Many people attend the ceremony outside the Church, in front of the Belgian monument. (U.S. Army photos by Christophe Morel)

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AOMDA photo Memorial Day: Honoring the Volunteers needed May 27 to honor the 100th anniver- sary of the liberation of Oudenaarde. fallen at isolated grave sites May 28 departing at 7:45 a.m. to Each year, the American Overseas forces of the United States of America, honor Staff Sgt. Gerald Sorensen, 1st Memorial Day Association (AOMDA) but who are buried in Commonwealth Lt. Donald West and the Americans holds small, intimate, and personal- War Grave because their who died while serving in British and ized Memorial Day ceremonies at each families requested that their remains Commonwealth Armed Forces in World of the 12 isolated graves sites over the rest undisturbed. War II, Pfc. Joe Farina, U.S. Consul course of the extended Memorial Day Participants can hear personal stories Alexander Heingartner, and 2nd Lt. weekend. U.S. servicemember volun- about each soldier, meet their family Robert Garrett. teers are needed to hold flags, assist members (and even their “unknown May 29 departing at 9 a.m. to with the wreath laying ceremonies and children”), and even have the special honor 1st Lt. Charles Goffin. Potential participate in small formations. opportunity to be the first American ceremony at a newly found grave site. These isolated grave sites are scattered Soldier someone meets. Uniform all across Belgium in local cemeteries. “I guarantee you’ve never experienced Air Force: Full Service Dress (jacket Each year, new grave sites of American anything like this,” said U.S. Air Force removed between sites while travel- soldiers are discovered in Belgium. In Tech. Sgt. Laura Kluga, SHAPE Interna- ing) fact, two new sites that were identi- tional Band. “This experience will humble Army: ASUs with beret and tie fied this past year will be honored. The you, be a highlight of your time here at (jacket removed between sites while ceremonies are personalized to each SHAPE, and be dear to your heart as an traveling) soldier, and the local community and American soldier. You’ll see first-hand Transportation family members (some fly in from the how much we, as American Soldiers, are Volunteers will meet at the Pizza States) attend. loved dearly by these communities and Bowl parking lot and will depart in In three cases, they are Americans how much of an impact we make just a GOV blue van at the times below. who developed quite strong bonds with by showing up in our uniform to honor Families are welcome to attend, but Belgian families and whose American these fallen soldiers.” they won't be able to ride in the GOV families requested that they be buried Interested servicemembers can vol- (they can follow in a POV, know that there. In five cases, they were born in Bel- unteer for as many or as few days as parking is very limited at some loca- gium, emigrated to America, volunteered, their schedule allows. tion sites). served and died in the American armed An important part of the AOMDA Foun- For more information, contact 314- forces, and were returned to Belgium dation's mission is the preservation of 423-3322 or +32 (0)470 8974 26. for burial with their families. One was the isolated graves. They work together To see additional details about the a Belgian who volunteered to serve in with the local authorities to restore and isolated grave ceremonies, please America's armed forces but never himself maintain the graves that are not main- visit http://aomda.org/en/content/ lived in America. Four others are Ameri- tained by the Commonwealth War Graves upcoming-event. u can citizens who fought in the armed Commission. u

[5] May 25, 2018 Guide to Memorial Day weekend events, ceremonies

American Legion Post BE02 prepares for Memorial Day weekend by placing flags at Flanders Field. (Photo by Katy Longfellow)

American Legion, volunteers place flags at veter- Belgium ans' graves. (Photo by Katy Longfellow)

• May 26 at 10 a.m. at Ardennes American in Neupré. • May 26 at 4 p.m. at Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery in Hombourg. American Legion • May 27 at 3 p.m. at Flanders Field American Cemetery in Waregem. • June 1 at 2:30 p.m. at the Mardasson in Bastogne. prepares for France ceremonies

• May 26 at 9:30 a.m. at the Cantigny Monument in Cantigny. Courtesy of American Legion • May 26 at 3 p.m. at Somme American Cemetery in Bony. • May 27 at 9:45 a.m. at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in Belleau. Post BE02 • May 27 at 10 a.m. at Lafayette Escadrille Cemetery in Marnes-la-Coquette. Prior to the United States entering • May 27 at 10 a.m. at Rhone American Cemetery in Draguignan. , hundreds of Americans • May 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Epinal American Cemetery in Dinozé. went overseas to join the allies in their • May 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Normandy American Cemetery in Normandy. struggle against the Germans. • May 27 at 11 a.m. at Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in Romagne- The most famous was the La Fayette Sous-Montfaucon. Escadrille which was a U.S. volunteer • May 27 at 11 a.m. at Lorraine American Cemetery in Saint-Avold. pilots flying fighters constituted in 1916 • May 27 at 2:30 p.m. at Suresnes American Cemetery in Suresnes. under French command. Hundreds more • May 27 at 3 p.m. at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery in Seringes-et-Nesles. joined the British Commonwealth armed • May 27 at 4 p.m. at Saint-Mihiel American Cemetery in Thiaucourt-Regniéville. forces. • May 27 at 4 p.m. at Brittany American Cemetery in Montjoie-Saint-Martin. On May 21, Members of the Ameri- May 27 (time TBD) at Château-Thierry Monument in Château-Thierry. can Legion Post BE02 & Auxiliary, their families & friends placed flags on the Luxembourg graves of Americans who served with the British Commonwealth during WWI. The • May 26 at 2 p.m. at Luxembourg American Cemetery in Hamm. group split up into three main teams and visited over 25 cemeteries. The flags The Netherlands will stay in place over the Memorial Day Weekend to commemorate these • May 27 at 3 p.m. at the Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten. fallen of Americans. u

[6] May 25, 2018 Tri-Border recognizes its 2018 volunteers Colonel Kurt Connell, USAG Benelux commander, pre- presentations are only small tokens of appreciation felt sented awards at the 2018 Tri-Border Volunteer Recognition for each volunteer. Everyone of us in the room has been Ceremony May 18 at the Schinnen HQ Lobby. touched by the spirit and generosity that is fundamental The opening words of the Master of Ceremony and Army to the nature of every volunteer. This spirit strengthens Volunteer Corps coordinator, Wallace Turner said it all: "In our community sense of pride and enhances our ability today's world, we see more clearly than ever that volun- to support the mission." teers make a difference. Our volunteers always find the The 2018 Youth Volunteer of the Year had two winners: time to support something they believe in and accomplish Adison Lenz, with AFNORTH, and Liam Horton, with JFC whatever needs to be done. Our organizations and com- Chapel. Both were in school and unable to attend the manders know the real worth of volunteers. The event and ceremony (Photos by Enrique Rivera) u

JFC Brunssum Chapel Volunteer Organization of the Year

The Chapel has a full range of volunteers for many religious services. They offer various service and a wealth of family ser- vices to the community.

Stephanie Bartol Lenz Family Overall Volunteer of the Year Volunteer Family of the Year

The 2018 Tri-Border Overall Volun- Janetaan, Ashlyn, Amelia, teer of the Year is Stephanie Bar- Aidan and Adison have tol. Stephanie volunteers for more volunteered all over the than three organizations and has Tri-Border Community. The over 550 hours this period. Some entire Lenz Family has over of her accomplishments are the 1400 hours volunteering American Spouses Club and FRG at JFC Brunssum, CYS and Leader at AFNORTH BTN at JFC many events. Brunssum.

Sgt. 1st Class Cindy Clarke, Pamela Bott U.S. Army Volunteer of the Year. Volunteer Servicemember of the Year Bott is an invaluable member of the ACS team providing in- She is an overall volunteer in the formation and referral services Tri-Border area serving as the to customers. Some of her ac- community BOSS volunteer and complishments includes updat- team member of the Top 3 Asso- ing the Tri-Border phone book, ciation. Cindy has over 400 hours the ACS Resource Guide as well this period. as keeping up with the Commis- sary Coupon Program saving families hundreds of Dollars.

[7] May 25, 2018 ALL COMMUNITIES Government Driver's License • Per the Headquarters, Department of the Army (HDQA) decision, the Army Accident Avoidance Training online is no longer required to obtain the government vehicle driver's license. For questions, call DSN 366-6603. MWR Arts and Crafts Contest • This contest recognizes the artistic talent and creativity in two experience levels: Novice and Accomplished. Entries can be submitted in one of nine categories. Participants must complete the online profile and submit photos of the artwork between midnight June 11 and 11:59 p.m. August 13 at the contest website: https://cloud.mwr.army.mil/apptrac. Find out more information and contest rules at: www.armymwr.com. The following are VTC-projected class. For information about and to register for VTC classes, contact: • For SHAPE: DSN 366-6824 or +32 (0)65-326824 • For Brussels: DSN 368-9783 or +32 (0)2-7179783 • For Schinnen: DSN 360-7500 or +31 (0)46-4437500 July 12/26 & Sep. 13/27 • Couples Communication - Offered by Army Community Service. Do you want to improve the way you communicate with your spouse? Learn how to speak differently to each other from 10 a.m. to noon. Call now to register for the class. June 14/28 & August 9/23 • Positive Parenting - Offered by Army Community Service. Learn techniques on how to teach your child to control themselves from 10 a.m. to noon. BRUSSELS COMMUNITY See also above in "All Communities." Every Monday and Thursday • Lunchtime Yoga - Relax and refresh during the work day from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brussels Fitness Center. For more information, call DSN 368-9667 or +32 (0)2-7179667. Every Tuesday • Tax Assistance - The Northern Law Center will provide U.S. federal and state income tax assistance to eligible clients on Tuesdays in Bldg. 4 in room 316. Services are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call DSN 423-4868 or +32 (0)65-444868. For more information on legal services and documentation needed for tax returns, visit www.usagbenelux.eur.army.mil/org-legal.html. Every Thursday and Friday • Community Movie Night - Enjoy free entertainment at the 3 Star Recreation Center starting at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call DSN 368-9822 or +32 (0)2-7179822. Inside the Gate Every Friday • 3 Star Recreation Night - Join the Brussels community for games, cards, music and movies starting at 5 p.m. at the 3 Star Recreation Center. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Line dancing will start at 7 p.m. on the first and third Friday of the month. Karaoke will be held on the second and fourth Friday of the month starting at 6 p.m. U.S. Military, NATO, U.S. Embassy and mission cardholders are welcome. For more information, call DSN 368-9822 or +32 (0)2-7179822. June 15 • Father’s Day BBQ – The 3 Star Recreation Center hosts a BBQ for fathers from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for kids. Those interested can register by June 13 by calling +32 (0)2-7179822. June 16 • Father’s Day 5k Run/Walk Registration – The Father’s Day 5k will be held at the Brussels Fitness Center and is open to U.S., NATO, U.S. Embassy, and U.S. Mission ID card holders. For additional information, call the fitness center at DSN 368-9667 or Civilian +32 (0)2-7179667. Registration is required. June 23 • Strong Viking – Water Edition – Brussels Fitness is organizing transportation and training sessions for this event. The Strong Viking competition costs $100 and covers the cost of race entry, transportation, and team t-shirt. The registration deadline is May 31 through the Brussels Fitness Center. June 28 • World Cup – England vs Belgium – The 3 Star Recreation Center hosts a World Cup watch party from 7 to 9 p.m. The recreation center will have a cash bar and snack food for purchase. For more information and a full list of the other watch parties, visit the Brussels MWR page.

[8] May 25, 2018 SCHINNEN/BRUNSSUM COMMUNITY Tri-Border AA 12 Step Meeting • AA meeting provides a venue where members can go and talk about their recovery as well as any problems they experience along the way. If the individual who is doing the talking has built a successful recovery, then it can inspire other members. Held at the JFC Brunssum Chapel every Wednesday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call +31 (0)6-50416741. Every First and Third Tuesday • Open Wall Climbing - This is available at the Schinnen Climbing Wall in the Andre Bruls Fitness Center. Cost for adults is $40 for five visits or $10 for one visit. Cost for children age 12 and under is $32 for five visits or $8 for one visit. For more information, call DSN 360-7370/7560 or +31 (0)46-4437370/7560. June 1-2 • Host Nation - Newcomer’s Orientation & Cultural Tour – From 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Schinnen ACS. All Newcomer’s and spouses are invited to learn about your new community, including local customs, culture, and language. On day one explore the Dutch culture with an introduction to the language and get an overview of Tri-Border services. Day two, we go beyond the gate to visit a few local attractions and shopping areas and learn how to use the local train system. For more information or to register, please call DSN 360-7500 or civilian +31 (0)46-4437500. SHAPE/CHIÈVRES COMMUNITY Tax Center Services • The Northern Law Center will provide U.S. federal and state income tax assistance at SHAPE Bldg. 318 to eligible clients from Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and noon to 5 p.m. Services are also on Chièvres Air Base inside Andrews Federal Credit Union on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Services are by-appointment only! For more information, call DSN 423-4868/4906 or +32 (0)65-444868/4906 or email [email protected]. POV and GOV Orientation Classes • POV Orientation Class is conducted at SHAPE Bldg. 220 in room 104 every Tuesday at 8 a.m. to noon. Schedule an appointment in order to receive study material. GOV Orientation Class is conducted every Inside the Gate Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. U.S. and Canadian personnel must complete a POV orientation to obtain SHAPE driving license. For more information, call DSN 366-6603 or +32 (0)65-326603. Every Monday and Wednesday • Functional Fitness (Stroller Friendly) - Join the Chièvres Fitness Center (Bldg. 20004) on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., for an adult, high-intensity, full-body workout using body weight and basic equipment followed by 30 minutes of indoor cycling. Kids are welcome. Parents are responsible for their children during the class period. Open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders. Every Tuesday • SHAPE Library Preschool Story Time - Help your little ones get a head start on early reading skills by attending the SHAPE International Library’s weekly story times. Preschool Story Time, designed for children age 3 to 6, meets every Tuesday at 4:15 p.m. in the children's room of the library. Participants will enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and lots of giggles. Story Time helps children build confidence, learn socialization skills and make friends. For more information, call DSN 324-5631 or +32(0)65-445631. May 29 & June 18/19/25 • Host Nation Orientation - Learn about the community, tour a Belgian hospital, learn about Belgian customs, sample traditional Belgian cuisine, learn basic French, enjoy a cultural tour of Mons and learn about public transportation and shopping. Held Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, call DSN 366-6824 or +32 (0)65-326824.

[9] May 25, 2018 SHAPE/CHIÈVRES COMMUNITY (Cont'd) May 29 • Professional Development Lecture – General Robert B. Neller, 37th commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps is the featured speaker at the International Leadership Professional Development Session at the PAO Au- ditorium, Bldg. 100 at SHAPE from 1 to 2 p.m. • Change of Command – The 39th Signal Change of Command ceremony takes place on Daumerie Caserne, in front of Bldg. 30 beginning at 11:30 a.m. May 30 • Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month - From 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the SHAPE Auditorium. June 1-2 • Make-a-Wish Run - The annual 24-hour run event in support of Make-a-Wish Foundation will be held at the main gym at SHAPE. For information, contact 314-423-5325. *Please note, due to Make-a-Wish support, the SHAPE gym will have restricted hours of operation: June 1 from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will be closed Saturday, June 2. June 12 • Deadlift Challenge - SHAPE Sports and Fitness hosts this 40,000 lbs. challenge. For more information, contact +32 (0) 65-445325. June 15 • Fun Mudder - CYS hosts a Fun Mudder obstacle course to celebrate the Army's birthday from 4 to 6 p.m. This is a family-friendly event open to children and adults. Cost is $5 for children and $10 for adults. Registration ends June 7. June 15-17 • Healthy Families – Healthy Pets - The Chievres’ Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) hosts a Healthy Lifestyle Event in front of the Commissary. The theme is Healthy Families – Healthy Pets and multiple units and organizations such Inside the Gate as AAFES, Andrews Federal Credit Union, Red Cross, Veterinary Office, and Food Inspector Office will participate in the event. The event will also feature a produce farmers market and a pet/owner lookalike contest. Shopping sprees, drawings, and other prizes will also be awarded. Through June 19 • English Channel Challenge - SHAPE Sports and Fitness hosts this swimming challenge. For more information, contact +32 (0) 65-445325. June 28 • World Cup - MWR will host a watch party of the World Cup match between England and Belgium June 28 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the SHAPE fest tent. This match is the kick-off to the U.S. Independence Day celebration June 29.

Upcoming Organized Trips & Tours

SHAPE Trips & Tours • London, Aug. 12-15 Serving Brussels, Chièvres and SHAPE. Call DSN 423-3884 or • Disneyland Paris, Aug. 18 +32 (0)65-443884. • Kevin Hart Comedy Tour in Antwerp, Aug. 25 • Dover Castle and Canterbury, May 26 • Flower Parade in Zundert, The Netherlands, Sept. 2 • Cologne with Breakfast Cruise, June 2 • Heidelberg & World's Largest "Wurst" & Wine Festival • Amsterdam, June 9 in Bad Dürkheim, Germany, Sept. 15 • Monet's House and Gardens in Giverny, France, June 16 • Trier, Germany, Oct. 13 • London, June 23 Schinnen Trips & Tours • Bruno Mars Concert in Paris (SOLD OUT), June 30 Call DSN 360-7560 or +31 (0) 46-4437560. • Luxembourg City, July 7 • London Express, May 26 • Beyonce and Jay-Z Concert in Paris, July 14 • Deep Sea Fishing, May 26 • Rotterdam with Harbor Tour, July 14 • “Bridge too Far” Operation Market Garden Trip, June 16 • Dolfinarium in Harderwijk, The Netherlands, July 21 • Clay pigeon and small caliber shooting, June 23 • Strasbourg, France, July 28 • Amsterdam, July 14 • Honfleur, France, Aug. 4 • NFL Game at Wembley Stadium, Oct. 27-29 • Paris, Aug. 11

[10] May 25, 2018 Many streets closed for the Doudou in Mons By Christophe Morel USAG Benelux Public Affairs Through June 3, more than 250,000 people will participate in the Doudou in Mons. If you live in Mons, or if you have to go there, pay attention: many streets will be closed from Friday to Tuesday. There will be fixed barriers (24 hours a day) and also removable barriers at different places in the city center. Removable barriers will be closed Friday, Monday and Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m., (except on Rue d'Havré, Friday from 1 p.m. to 3 a.m.), Saturday from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m., and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 a.m. Removable barriers don't mean that you can drive on the street before or after closures. You need a special authorization from the police in which you have to prove that you have your own garage on the street where you live, because you are not allowed to leave your car on the street. To avoid any problem, try to park your car outside the city center, Fixed barrier especially Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Most of the the barriers will Removable barrier be removed May 29, after the traditional "braderie", huge sales in the streets. Many streets will be closed. (Courtesy graphic) Free parking will be available on Rue Damoiseau, Avenue Maistriau, Avenue du Tir, Avenue des Guérites, Place Nervienne, Chaussée du Roeulx/Chaussée de Binche, at the Grand Large (with free shuttles to the city center), Lotto Mons Expo (with free shuttles too), and the train station. Always check the closing time of the parking. u Remain vigilant

Maintain situational awareness at all times when attending events involving large crowds Outside the Gate surch as the Doudou in Mons. • Avoid locations which restrict or limit your movement and ability to exit the venue quickly • Pre-establish easily recognizable meeting spots to be used as emergency evacuation points where you and your family/friends can gather if needed. • Move away from fights, incidents and avoid panicked crowds. • Report any suspicious activity, unat- tended bags or anything outside of the norm. • Also, if you are in the crowd on the Grand-Place Sunday as Saint George and the dragon arrives, be careful as the crowd Sunday, May 27 at 12:30 p.m., thousands of people will try to grab hairs of the dragon, will split in order to let them through. u which supposedly brings luck. (U.S. Army photo by Christophe Morel)

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[11] OutsideOutside the the Gate Gat Through June 3 May 27 May 26 May 25-27 2 Through Sept. Read about events nearChièvres,SHAPEandBrussels. • • • • • • • •

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Scandinavian Market inEns adults, and €7.50 for children age 6 to 11. 10. Open from 10 is €15 a.m. to for 5p.m. Entry Held at Huis (Estate) Doorn on Langbroekerweg, enactor groups, demonstrations, shows, and more. WWI Event Doorn in Noorderweg. No entrance fee. from 10 a.m.to p.m.onStephanieweg 4 and Antiques & Curiosa Market in Oosterbeek information, Visit www.japantag-duesseldorf-nrw.de for more (GE) Japan Day inDüsseldorf locations, visithttps://www.operadagenrotterdam.nl. For more information about tickets, times and and music-theater festival held at several locations. Days of Opera inRotterdam for adults, and €1.50 for children. more. Openfrom 10 €13.50 is a.m.to p.m.Entry 7 displaying garden furniture, plants, flowers, and Schloss (castle) with more than 150 participants inJüchen(GE) “Gartenlust” and Friday from to p.m. 2 10 entrancefee. p.m.No more. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Wednesday dealers, and attractions, rides, entertainers, art Kornelimünster (GE) Roncallis Year Historic Market Aachen- in is €5 for5 p.m. adults, Entry and €1 for children. Zuylen on Tournooiveld, 1. Open from 11 a.m. to andaroundmore. Heldin thehistoric Slot (Castle) and plants,flowers,with art, nature,decorations, Garden Day inOud-Zuilen to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Weelde” on Stelling, 1. Open Friday from 10 a.m. a historic village, and more. Held at “De Groene competition, lifestyle stands, Scottish products, extended music program, dance groups, bagpipes Celts Fest inVijfhuizen p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. all over Europe. Open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 fromRathausplatz with more than 120 artists Ceramic Market in Frechen (GE) and €2.50 for children age 6 to 11. from 10 is €7.50 a.m. to 5p.m. Entry for adults, ofScandinavian andallkind music, products. Open museum and a variety offers of demonstrations, the historic church and wooden buildings of the 3.The eventMiddelbuurt, takes place around surroundings of the Schokland Museum on – History comesto History live – re- with -With many antique and –A cultural festival with an -An international opera -AGarden Fair held at - The fair has stands -HeldatBurgplatz. –Heldinthe May 25,2018 - Held at - Open Outside the Gate You may experience somedelays whiledrivinginBelgiumthisseason.Road construction projects are occurring throughout thecountryandmay result Please be cautious and patient while driving at all times. If you havePlease becautiousand patient whiledrivingat questions orwould alltimes. If in temporary laneclosures androad congestion. We willprovide regular like toreport otherhighway construction sitesandroad closures, pleaseemailtheU.S. updates toensure that thecommunity isinformed andprepared. Highway Construction completed by the end of May.completed by theendof is adeviation, ordetour, Thoricourt. Work isexpected tobe viathevillage of between Rue Mauvinage andRue duNoirJambon,in bothdirections. There Silly (RN57): ramps are scheduled tobecompletedinthefall. access #2ontheA76direction toBeek-Schinnen. The new A76onandoff should follow theyellow signsdirecting themtoexit #2Geleen-Beekandthen 70kmperhouruntilJan.31,2019.Traffic highway andaspeedrestriction of the thehardclosed. This shoulderonbothsidesof results intheclosure of (Highway Heerlen-Geleen), exit Schinnen #4from Heerlen towards Geleenis Schinnen (A76): the public transports. One possible optionistousetwo parkings around Grand Bigard andthentake be blocked duringthenightsfrom Sunday toThursday, from 10p.m. to6a.m. closed, 24hours aday, seven theyear, days aweek. The rest of thetunnelwill Brussels: barriers at different placesinthecitycenter(seepage 11). closures. There willbefixed barriers (24hours aday) andalsoremovable from May 24toJune3.Drive safe duringthisperiod,andcheck theroad Mons : completed by willbemaintained.Workboth directions. traffic isscheduled tobe Two lanesof and Daussoulxhasbeenunderway sinceAugust.This project involves 15kmin Andenne/Daussoux (E42/A15): [email protected]. and RoadClosures More than250,000peopleare expected toattend theDoudou inMons During the months of JulyandAugust,theLeopoldIItunnelwillbe Duringthemonthsof Army Garrison Benelux Public Affairs Office atArmy Garrison BeneluxPublic Affairs Office August 2018 Road constuctionisongoing onChaussée de Ghislenghien, Due to the construction of the new on and off ramps onA76 thenew onandoff Due totheconstruction of . [13] The three-way yard project between Andenne

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