Vol. 40, No. 17 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart September 8, 2011 Serving the Stuttgart Military Community Battle buddies for life: Stuttgart NCO adopts military < Back 2 School > working dog, former partner By Tanya Fogg Young Special to The Citizen atching his comrade mature from a green, inexperienced recruit to an accomplished Wveteran has been one of the highlights of Sgt. 1st Class Richard Cooke Jr.’s 22-year Army career. First-grader But helping Rocky transition from a nearly eight- James Parker year “active duty” career as a military working dog to a explores family pet promises to be even more fulfilling for Cooke the new and his family, who recently adopted the “retiree.” playground “He’s gone from always being in an Army kennel at Patch facility to a house,” said Cooke, first sergeant for U.S. Elementary Army Garrison Stuttgart Headquarters, Headquarters School during Company. “He now has free roam of the house and the first recess the whole yard.” of the school Cooke was first paired with Rocky — then a year Aug. 29. year-old pup — when he was a land mine detection dog handler and search supervisor for an engineer For more detachment out of Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. back to school “At the end of the day, when I needed motivation photos, see and to get my mind off things, I would play with him, page 4. and the problems would melt away,” said Cooke, reflecting on the pair’s eight-month deployment to Afghanistan during their two years of working to- gether from 2004 to 2006. A job change for Cooke parted the pair, but even after rotating to USAG Stuttgart in 2007, Cooke said he would occasionally touch base with his former unit back in Missouri to check in on Rocky. Brittany Carlson Cooke learned about six months ago that the dog’s failing vision was bringing his career to an end and that he was under review for possible adoption. Cooke Options Back flew back to the States in August to make the Belgian Malinois part of his family. “I had expressed ... to his handler, the unit and other Soldiers that if the opportunity to adopt Rocky came up, I would be interested,” Cooke said. “It was heartbreaking to work with him for so long and then to see him go with someone else, even though I was happy with the handler he was going to.”
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Page 14 Page 16 InsIde Ludwigsburg hosts Feisty Piranhas intent hIs Pumpkin Palooza! on winning season T The Ludwigsburg Kürbisausstellung, or The Stuttgart Piranhas swim team kicks Pumpkin Festival, celebrates the cucur- off another season in the European Forces edITIon bit family with more than 400,000 of the Swim League with the goal of defending its gourds on display through Nov. 6. Rheinland Divisional championship. The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Page 3 Page 2 OpiniOn The Citizen, September 8, 2011 News Commander’s Column FMWR rec chief remembered News & Notes Suicide prevention: encouraging healthy lifestyles, choices By Brittany Carlson USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office Alumni wanted for college fair Commentary by Col. Carl D. Bird our military community through a number of estab- video gaming parties — to service members. The idea is he Stuttgart military community is mourning The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart School USAG Stuttgart commander lished programs: chaplains, behavioral health coun- to provide them with alcohol-free recreational activities. the loss of Ron Paoletti, longtime Family Liaison Office is seeking college alumni to ou may have seen a seling services, military life and family counselors, Alcohol is a factor in many suicides, which are Tand Morale, Welfare and Recreation em- support its second annual college fair sched- lot of media cover- various support groups, and financial planning, stress also tied to failed relationships, financial problems or ployee, thespian, husband and father, who passed away uled for Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the age last month about management and parenting classes. pending legal actions. Aug. 29 after suffering a stroke the previous week. Patch Community Club on Patch Barracks. Y Represent your alma mater and let college- the record number of Army sui- We’re also promoting service member, civilian and Warrior Pride Challenges seek to reduce high risk Paoletti, 61, worked for Family and MWR for cides in July: 22 suspected sui- family well-being through the U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- behaviors, foster healthy habits and reduce alcohol re- 37 years. bound high school students know what your school can offer them. The deadline to volun- cide cases of active duty Soldiers gart Comprehensive Fitness Program, which reinforces lated incidents in our community. If you are a military Col. Carl D. Bird, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart teer is Sept. 21. and 10 from reserve component the Army’s Comprehensive Soldier Fitness program. leader, urge those in your unit to get involved with commander; Alan Buxkemper, musical director for For more information, contact Wayne Soldiers not on active duty. While the CSF seeks to enhance the coping skills the Warrior Pride activities planned for this month. the Stuttgart Theatre Center, and Max Heidt, a friend “Joe” Holder at [email protected] Every suicide represents a Col. Carl D. Bird of warfighters, their families and their communities ASAP has arranged for a number of activities as and fellow actor, shared memories of Paoletti during a or 430-7465/civ. 0711-680-7465. tragic loss to the U.S. military and the nation. to successfully adapt to life’s challenges, the garrison part of the garrison’s Suicide Prevention Awareness memorial service Sept. 6 in the Kelley Theatre, where Month: free yoga and circuit training classes, a free However, I would be remiss if I didn’t point out comprehensive fitness program supports CSF through Paoletti spent much of his time rehearsing roles and MacArthur Leadership Award hiking trip to Garmisch for service members in ranks that according to the Army G3/5/7, the total number programs and services aimed at building our inner directing scenes for plays. Heidelberg’s Roadside E1-E5 and a Warrior Pride Challenge PT pentathlon. nomination period begins of Army suicide cases from Jan. 1 to Aug. 22 of this strengths and resilience. It encourages lifestyles that Theater, where he acted before coming to USAG There is also a “That Guy” comedy show which as U.S. Army Europe is accepting nomi- year is eight less than last year’s suicides during the improve and protect physical, social, family, emo- Stuttgart, also hosted a ceremony Sept. 8. 90 minutes of ASAP required training. nations for the Gen. Douglas MacArthur same time frame. tional, and spiritual health. Paoletti served as an active duty Soldier in the U.S. Suicide has a devastating effect on families, Leadership Award through Nov. 1. The USAG Stuttgart Army Substance Abuse Army from 1972-’74 as an information specialist and The numbers seem to indicate the Army is do- friends, communities and units. The award promotes and sustains effec- Program is a key player in our comprehensive fitness columnist. After an honorable discharge in December ing better than last year, but July’s numbers are still It doesn’t matter what uniform you wear … we tive junior officer leadership in the Army. discouraging. program for the social and emotional health areas. 1974, he began his career as a civil servant working as need to take care of one another. a psychology technician in the Frankfurt youth center. Ranks include second lieutenants to captains, We’ve got to do a better job in conveying that care ASAP touches many populations in our commu- and warrant officer to chief warrant officer 2. is available and it is effective, and in empowering our nity by providing life skills training to middle school He went on to work as a recreation specialist for Editor’s Note: For more information on the ASAP Family and MWR in Frankfurt; Fort Wainwright, Officers selected at the USAREUR level service members, civilian employees and families students, suicide prevention training to civilian em- activities, call Marianne Campano or Howard Krout Alaska; Schwetzingen and Heidelberg. will move forward to the Department of the with intervention techniques and ways to seek help. ployees, alcohol awareness training to high schoolers, at 431-2530/3233/civ. 07031-15-2530/3233. Paoletti retired as an appropriated fund employee in Army level. The uniformed services remain committed to the and alcohol and substance abuse prevention training If you or someone you know has thoughts of sui- 2007, and was subsequently hired by USAG Stuttgart For more information on eligibility and health, safety and well-being of service members, for military units. cide, call the USAG Stuttgart Military Police. The to work as the Community Recreation officer with Photo courtesy of Steffanie Paoletti nomination requirements, contact your unit’s civilian employees and families. ASAP has also been busy this summer offering War- MPs will connect you to the appropriate resource. Family and MWR as a nonappropriated fund employee. Ron Paoletti, the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart FMWR personnel office. For questions on the GD- Here in Stuttgart, we’re building resilience across rior Pride Challenges — paintball, a PT triathlon and Call 430-5262/civ. 0711-680-5262. MLA program, send an e-mail to g1macar- As the overseer for outdoor recreation, arts and Recreation Chief, passed away Aug. 29. Community [email protected]. crafts, auto crafts, four fitness centers, the entertain- members remember him as energetic and fun, with a CorreCtion ment branch and libraries, Paoletti could be seen at passion for theater, cycling and encouraging others. Job site schedules downtime many of the community’s special events, from fun he In the story “Health by stealth” in the Aug. 25 issue of The Citizen (page 3), the article referred to USAJOBS, the federal government’s runs to chili cook-offs. an avid cyclist, hiker and mountain climber. t USAREUR Commander Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling as the deputy commanding general at the U.S. Army’s official website for posting vacancy an- “He made work fun for his people and all those However, much of his time after hours was de- Citizen Training and Doctrine Command in February 2011. It should have read “then deputy commanding general nouncements and hiring information, will be who were around him, to include myself,” said Greg- voted to his passion, theater. Col. Carl D. Bird for Initial Military Training at the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command.” unavailable Oct. 6-12 to job seekers. During U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander ory Holzinger, USAG Stuttgart Family and MWR “He loved doing shows,” said Richard Roberts, this time, no searches can be conducted and director. “The energy he brought to our organization fellow actor and director with the Stuttgart Theatre Public Affairs Officer no applications can be submitted. — he came and ... turned us up a notch.” Center. “Like everyone, theater for him could be a This will allow for the transitioning of all Mark Howell Since Paoletti joined the Stuttgart recreation release. It was fun to watch his day melt away.” [email protected] data as the Office of Personnel Management team, the Arts and Crafts Center was named best in Since 2007, Paoletti directed “Resident Alien” and assumes control of USAJOBS. Previously, CI Chief / Editor Assistant Editor the Army from 2008-2010. In 2008, the Sports and “Rumors,” and played a variety of roles, including con content management of USAJOBS was Susan Huseman Brittany Carlson the Fitness program won Best Program for Europe artist Lawrence Jameson in “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” [email protected] [email protected] and at the Army level. USAG Stuttgart also won the For his “dream” role as Don Quixote in the 2010 provided by a contractor. All job seekers must establish three Contact Information Outstanding Recreation Program award in 2009 for production of “Man of La Mancha,” Paoletti received Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 Europe (large garrison category). the Army Festival of Arts Award. secret questions associated with their USA- Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 However, “it wasn’t just that Ron Paoletti was “He would light up in rehearsal, whether he was JOBS account before Oct. 6 to ensure any E-mail: [email protected] a supervisor, leader and employee, but he was also directing or acting,” said Roberts, who met Paoletti uploaded documents and stored resumes will Web site: www.stuttgart.army.mil be available after the transition. Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne a good friend to all in the community,” Holzinger at the Heidelberg Roadside Theater in 2001. U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 added. “It was just always a joy to be around him. Paoletti also received several Topper Awards, Navigating MEB/PEB process German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen He made the environment fun.” including Best Sound Design for Comedy for “Ru- Service members new to the Medical In addition to managing the many recreational mors” in 2011 and Best Sound for Drama for “The Evaluation Board and Physical Evaluation This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of programs, Paoletti helped train Family and MWR em- Mouse Trap” in 2009. But Paoletti’s impact reached Board process can request help through the the Department of Defense. Contents of The Citizen are not neces- sarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or ployees along with Christine Charles, the NAF Human far beyond his technical expertise; he was a mentor, MEB Outreach Counsel in the Wiesbaden the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this publication Resources officer for USAG Stuttgart. The two taught an inspiration and a close friend, Roberts said. Legal Center. For more information, call 337- is prepared, edited, provided and approved by the USAG Stuttgart a class together two days before Paoletti’s stroke. “There’s a memory or funny story from every 4738/civ. 0611-705-4738. Public Affairs Office. Private organizations noted in this publication “He was just so full of life and energy,” Charles other day just because he was that kind of guy — he are not part of Department of Defense. Comprehensive Soldier Fitness The appearance of advertising in this publication, including said of her friend and co-worker. “He was just a joy was incredibly memorable,” Roberts said. “I still inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement of the to work with because he was always so positive.” expect him to walk in the door.” extended to family members products or services advertised by the U.S. Army. Everything In addition to his official duties, Paoletti was also What Roberts will miss most about Paoletti is “the Family members now have the oppor- advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national fact that you could be having a bad day and you would tunity to participate in the Comprehensive origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation spend five minutes with him, and you’d feel better. Soldier Fitness program by taking the or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a “He was always there when you needed him. He Revised Family Global Assessment Tool and violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser It was just always a joy to is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that was incredibly supportive of everyone and everything.” self-development modules. source until the violation is corrected. The Citizen is a biweekly ‘ be around him. He made Paoletti leaves behind his wife of 31 years, Stef- The GAT is available to family members offset press publication published by AdvantiPro GmbH. Circulation fanie, and daughters Jacki, 25, and Robin, 23, and registered in DEERS at www.sft.army.mil/ is 6,000 copies. For display advertising rates, call Sabine Vogl the environment fun. twin grandsons Ronan and Colt. SFTFamily. As an incentive, the Exchange at civ. 0631-3033-5537, or e-mail [email protected]. For will honor a coupon for a free sandwich classified advertising rates, call Sabrina Barclay at civ. 0631- Gregory Holzinger Steffanie is the fitness coordinator for USAG Heidel- 3033-5531, e-mail [email protected]. berg; Jacki works for USAG Ansbach with the Family at installation Subway Restaurants for six www.stuttgart.army.mil USAG Stuttgart FMWR director and MWR recreation program, and Robin is a student months past its Aug. 31 expiration date. ’ at the University of Northern Colorado. The Citizen, September 8, 2011 News Page 3 FMWR rec chief remembered News & Notes By Brittany Carlson USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office Alumni wanted for college fair he Stuttgart military community is mourning The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart School the loss of Ron Paoletti, longtime Family Liaison Office is seeking college alumni to Tand Morale, Welfare and Recreation em- support its second annual college fair sched- ployee, thespian, husband and father, who passed away uled for Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Aug. 29 after suffering a stroke the previous week. Patch Community Club on Patch Barracks. Paoletti, 61, worked for Family and MWR for Represent your alma mater and let college- 37 years. bound high school students know what your Col. Carl D. Bird, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart school can offer them. The deadline to volun- commander; Alan Buxkemper, musical director for teer is Sept. 21. the Stuttgart Theatre Center, and Max Heidt, a friend For more information, contact Wayne and fellow actor, shared memories of Paoletti during a “Joe” Holder at [email protected] memorial service Sept. 6 in the Kelley Theatre, where or 430-7465/civ. 0711-680-7465. Paoletti spent much of his time rehearsing roles and MacArthur Leadership Award directing scenes for plays. Heidelberg’s Roadside Theater, where he acted before coming to USAG nomination period begins Stuttgart, also hosted a ceremony Sept. 8. U.S. Army Europe is accepting nomi- Paoletti served as an active duty Soldier in the U.S. nations for the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Army from 1972-’74 as an information specialist and Leadership Award through Nov. 1. columnist. After an honorable discharge in December The award promotes and sustains effec- 1974, he began his career as a civil servant working as tive junior officer leadership in the Army. a psychology technician in the Frankfurt youth center. Ranks include second lieutenants to captains, He went on to work as a recreation specialist for and warrant officer to chief warrant officer 2. Family and MWR in Frankfurt; Fort Wainwright, Officers selected at the USAREUR level Alaska; Schwetzingen and Heidelberg. will move forward to the Department of the Paoletti retired as an appropriated fund employee in Army level. 2007, and was subsequently hired by USAG Stuttgart For more information on eligibility and to work as the Community Recreation officer with Photo courtesy of Steffanie Paoletti nomination requirements, contact your unit’s Family and MWR as a nonappropriated fund employee. Ron Paoletti, the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart FMWR personnel office. For questions on the GD- MLA program, send an e-mail to g1macar- As the overseer for outdoor recreation, arts and Recreation Chief, passed away Aug. 29. Community [email protected]. crafts, auto crafts, four fitness centers, the entertain- members remember him as energetic and fun, with a ment branch and libraries, Paoletti could be seen at passion for theater, cycling and encouraging others. Job site schedules downtime many of the community’s special events, from fun USAJOBS, the federal government’s runs to chili cook-offs. an avid cyclist, hiker and mountain climber. official website for posting vacancy an- “He made work fun for his people and all those However, much of his time after hours was de- nouncements and hiring information, will be who were around him, to include myself,” said Greg- voted to his passion, theater. unavailable Oct. 6-12 to job seekers. During ory Holzinger, USAG Stuttgart Family and MWR “He loved doing shows,” said Richard Roberts, this time, no searches can be conducted and director. “The energy he brought to our organization fellow actor and director with the Stuttgart Theatre no applications can be submitted. — he came and ... turned us up a notch.” Center. “Like everyone, theater for him could be a This will allow for the transitioning of all Since Paoletti joined the Stuttgart recreation release. It was fun to watch his day melt away.” data as the Office of Personnel Management team, the Arts and Crafts Center was named best in Since 2007, Paoletti directed “Resident Alien” and assumes control of USAJOBS. Previously, the Army from 2008-2010. In 2008, the Sports and “Rumors,” and played a variety of roles, including con content management of USAJOBS was the Fitness program won Best Program for Europe artist Lawrence Jameson in “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” and at the Army level. USAG Stuttgart also won the For his “dream” role as Don Quixote in the 2010 provided by a contractor. Outstanding Recreation Program award in 2009 for production of “Man of La Mancha,” Paoletti received All job seekers must establish three Europe (large garrison category). the Army Festival of Arts Award. secret questions associated with their USA- However, “it wasn’t just that Ron Paoletti was “He would light up in rehearsal, whether he was JOBS account before Oct. 6 to ensure any a supervisor, leader and employee, but he was also directing or acting,” said Roberts, who met Paoletti uploaded documents and stored resumes will a good friend to all in the community,” Holzinger at the Heidelberg Roadside Theater in 2001. be available after the transition. added. “It was just always a joy to be around him. Paoletti also received several Topper Awards, Navigating MEB/PEB process He made the environment fun.” including Best Sound Design for Comedy for “Ru- Service members new to the Medical In addition to managing the many recreational mors” in 2011 and Best Sound for Drama for “The Evaluation Board and Physical Evaluation programs, Paoletti helped train Family and MWR em- Mouse Trap” in 2009. But Paoletti’s impact reached Board process can request help through the ployees along with Christine Charles, the NAF Human far beyond his technical expertise; he was a mentor, MEB Outreach Counsel in the Wiesbaden Resources officer for USAG Stuttgart. The two taught an inspiration and a close friend, Roberts said. Legal Center. For more information, call 337- a class together two days before Paoletti’s stroke. “There’s a memory or funny story from every 4738/civ. 0611-705-4738. “He was just so full of life and energy,” Charles other day just because he was that kind of guy — he Comprehensive Soldier Fitness said of her friend and co-worker. “He was just a joy was incredibly memorable,” Roberts said. “I still to work with because he was always so positive.” expect him to walk in the door.” extended to family members In addition to his official duties, Paoletti was also What Roberts will miss most about Paoletti is “the Family members now have the oppor- fact that you could be having a bad day and you would tunity to participate in the Comprehensive spend five minutes with him, and you’d feel better. Soldier Fitness program by taking the It was just always a joy to “He was always there when you needed him. He Revised Family Global Assessment Tool and was incredibly supportive of everyone and everything.” self-development modules. ‘ be around him. He made Paoletti leaves behind his wife of 31 years, Stef- The GAT is available to family members fanie, and daughters Jacki, 25, and Robin, 23, and registered in DEERS at www.sft.army.mil/ the environment fun. twin grandsons Ronan and Colt. SFTFamily. As an incentive, the Exchange Steffanie is the fitness coordinator for USAG Heidel- will honor a coupon for a free sandwich Gregory Holzinger berg; Jacki works for USAG Ansbach with the Family at installation Subway Restaurants for six USAG Stuttgart FMWR director and MWR recreation program, and Robin is a student months past its Aug. 31 expiration date. ’ at the University of Northern Colorado. Page 4 Features/schOOls The Citizen, September 8, 2011
Ask a JAG Editor’s Note: Do you have a legal 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. Jason McKenna (U.S. Army) Stuttgart Law Center
Q: I left my previous employer to follow my spouse to Germany. I am licensed for a particular craft. Can I open my own private business at my residence on post?
A: Yes. However, opening a home-based business, or HBB, on post in Germany is not as easy as one might guess. Individuals properly residing in government-owned or government- leased quarters may request permission from the garrison commander to operate a HBB. First, the request should be initiated by send- ing all requisite documentation to Army Community Service. Once the application is complete, it will then be reviewed for legal sufficiency by the garrison legal office. The HBB may involve the sale of goods (such as homemade wreaths), or the provi- sion of services (such as tutoring). Please note that the request must be provided by the individual who will operate the HBB, not the non-owner sponsor. The request must include the proposed name of the business, address, telephone number, service or goods offered
for sale, and proposed methods of advertising. Susan Huseman Now, here is the tricky and unfamiliar part Jasmine Gutierrez (left), 6, and Sara Putnam, 6, both in Tracy Koebler’s first-grade class, enjoy the first of the equation. Garrison property located in lunch of the school year in the Böblingen Elementary/Middle School cafeteria Aug. 29. For Gutierrez, Germany belongs to Germany. Thus, although lunch came with an encouraging note from her mother. the HBB will operate on post, the owner must comply with host-nation law. As such, your BEMS first-grader first stop should be the German Rathaus. There, Maria Spencer, 6, you will obtain instructions for registering your draws a picture business. The Rathaus will help coordinate with corresponding the German Finance Office. You must obtain a to the story her German tax identification number and may be teacher, Barbra asked to also provide a copy of any professional licenses required for the operation of your Poe, read to the particular business. Other licenses, such as the class following Reisegewerbekarte and/or Fuhrungszeugnis, their lunch break may be required to prove good standing with on Aug. 29. the German authorities. All business-related income must be reported to both the German Susan Huseman and American tax authorities. It is very important to remember that, once approved by the garrison commander to conduct business, your business is prohibited from using tax-free gasoline or a U.S. Army Europe-plated privately owned vehicle. Fur- Brittany Carlson thermore, the military postal service may not Patch High School Principal Danny Robinson be used to support your business, you may not (right) chats with Ian McAtee, a senior, following use the Post Exchange or equipment purchased a back-to-school briefing Aug. 29. at the commissary or PX, and your business may not use Value Added Tax relief forms. Michael Taylor, All potential owners of HBBs are advised 14, a freshman to consult with an attorney. Regrettably, Legal at Patch High Assistance Office services are not available to School, takes commercial businesses or HBB owners. For a eye exam more information, see AER 210-70 and AR 27-3. during a health screening on This column is not intended as individual the first day of Carola Meusel or specific legal advice. If you have specific school Aug. 29. Logan Geikowski (from left), Annaliese Fulgencio issues or concerns, you should consult a judge and Tanaya Jones, all in Martha Gregg’s second- advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. grade class at Robinson Barracks Elementary Brittany Carlson School, wait for the first bell to ring Aug. 29. The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Features Page 5
How to adopt a military working dog • The adoption process starts when an interested family sends an application request to MWD. [email protected]. Once the completed application is submit- ted, it will be kept on file by the date of receipt. The current wait to adopt a retired military working dog is currently 12 to 18 months. • Priority is given first to ci- vilian law enforcement agencies, then to prior handlers, and finally to the general public. • All adopted dogs are re- quired to be neutered or spayed. • Adopted MWDs must not be used for illegal purposes, po- lice- or security-related activities, private business activities, sub- stance detection or sold to anyone with the intent of doing any of the previously mentioned things. • The cost to adopt a MWD is free; however, owners are respon- Tanya Fogg Young sible for their transportation costs. Sgt. 1st Class Richard Cooke, first sergeant for U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Headquarters, Headquarters Company, plays For more information, e-mail tug-of-war with Rocky, a retired military working dog that Cooke adopted last month as a family pet. Cooke was Rocky’s [email protected]. handler in 2004-2006, and they deployed to Afghanistan together. Now, they’re still a pair in a new phase of Rocky’s life. Battle buddies ...... Continued from page 1 they admitted that there was some ap- very safe to adopt.” It’s really reward- prehension about adding to their family The adoption screening process The Robby Law, enacted in 2000, of two children and three cats. includes a medical exam and an as- allows MWDs to be adopted following ‘ ing to see him Cooke took a week of leave from sessment of the dog’s temperament. completion of their military careers. work to acclimate Rocky to their house Potential owners are also screened by the Officials say that most MWDs grow from a pup and the other pets. Cooke’s wife Renate military working dog unit commander. serve long, useful careers, working for ... to an accom- said she was concerned about how Renate Cooke described Rocky as the Department of Defense for at least Rocky would fit in, having always lived “high-energy, but mellow in character.” 10-12 years. plished veteran in a kennel instead of a home. Son Jesse Cooke, 12, said that he re- Dogs nearing the end of their mili- “I wasn’t sure how he would fit in, ally likes having an older dog. “He’s not tary careers are carefully screened for who has done but things have been great,” she said. like a six-month-old puppy — he always their potential to be adopted as pets or amazing things for “He’s one of the family members, listens,” he said. “He’s very obedient. transferred to other government law like the cats are, now. He’s such a It’s great having him around.” enforcement agencies, according to the our country ... sweet dog.” Still, there are challenges in having Department of Defense Military Work- Daughter Kimberly Cooke, 15, Rocky as a pet. The family avoids walk- ing Dog Program website. The program Sgt. 1st Class Richard Cooke laughed as she said she wondered ing him in the evening because of his runs out of Lackland Air Force Base in HHC first sergeant and whether Rocky would get along with vision problems, and they try to always San Antonio, Texas. former MWD handler cat Sasha, who she described as “22 make sure there’s ample lighting for When military working dogs’ fitness pounds of pure attitude.” However, him to see by, especially on the stairs. or age keeps them from begin considered Sasha wasted no time “putting Rocky Everyone follows Richard Cooke’s for civilian law enforcement duties, cation and greeting the dog. Once the in his place,” she said. lead on how he corrects and rewards more than 90 percent are adopted by dog is selected, it has to be prepared’ “He’s such a great dog, and I know Rocky because of their history together. their handlers at field units, officials say. for adoption, which includes a referral it makes my dad happy to have him,” “It’s really rewarding to see him grow Most of the dogs that become avail- to the veterinary clinic for a departure said Kimberly, a sophomore at Patch from a pup one year of age — fresh and able for adoption at Lackland Air Force physical. Then, after signing a legally High School. “Things are different be- green — to an accomplished veteran who Base, however, are relatively young dogs binding contract that transfers the dog cause before, Rocky was like a family has done amazing things for our country that have failed to meet training stan- from the Defense Department to its friend, but not truly part of the family. and the overall mission in Afghanistan,” dards, according to the website. Others owner, adopters are free to take their But now, I don’t know what it would Cooke said. “It’s like watching a kid grow are older dogs that have completed their new family members home. be like without him.” up and do great things.” service. Still others are medically retired “When we first reunited, Rocky Kimberly said that several of her But Richard and Renate Cooke from service due because of an injury or showed little interest or recognition close friends know that Rocky is a agree that the chapter of Rocky’s life sickness that will preclude them from of me because his handler was there,” former military working dog, but don’t with the military is closed and he is performing the mission. Cooke said of his reunion with Rocky really understand what that means. now getting some much-deserved rest. Officials say more than 1,000 in Fort Leonard Wood for the adoption. “People have a fear that they’re “I feel like we’re giving him a type MWD adoption applications are pro- “When I sat down on the floor, he attack dogs,” Richard Cooke said. of retirement home,” Renate Cooke cessed each year. cautiously came up to me and smelled “But that’s not the case. So many dogs said. “He’s not under the constant stress Once an appointment is made to me. But then he finally recognized me, could go to great homes, but people are of working and deploying anymore.” meet a dog, prospective adopters can it clicked, and he went hyperactive.” unaware that the adoption program ex- Richard Cooke echoed his wife’s expect to make at least two visits. The While the Cooke family was excited ists or that many are not attack trained. sentiments. “I just want to give him the first visit is spent reviewing the appli- about the prospect of adopting Rocky, They’re really carefully assessed and best and fullest life I can.” Page 6 Features The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Waste not, want not with garrison reuse center Story & photo by Brittany Carlson helped him accomplish his mission. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office Due to fiscal constraints, it isn’t always possible to buy every product hen it’s time for military he would like, Manu said, but since community members to other units send their excess cleaning Wmove, the last things left in supplies to the reuse center, he can usu- the house are usually cleaning supplies. ally get what he needs there. These are needed for last-minute touch- “If they don’t need it, we can go for ups before the final housing inspection. it,” he said. “It helps us a lot.” But afterward, since they cannot Lansdale encouraged units that be shipped, those supplies are often have not already done so to check out thrown away or dumped outside, be- the reuse center and add to the savings. coming an environmental hazard and “Before [units] start to order things, a waste of money and materials. they should really come here ... and This waste can be avoided, if com- save the government a lot of money,” munity members take advantage of the Lansdale said. Hazardous Material Reuse Center on The reuse center is not only friendly Panzer Kaserne. to the economy; it is good for the envi- The reuse center, part of the U.S. ronment, as well. Army Garrison Stuttgart Directorate When community members leave of Logistics’ central receiving point their supplies at the reuse center, those Mike Lansdale, manager of the Hazardous Material Reuse Center on Panzer (opposite the Panzer Commissary), is that are expired or contaminated will Kaserne, points out symbols on the back of a spray can that indicate the item a warehouse full of cleaning supplies, be disposed of properly, Lansdale said. paint, toner for printers, oil and other is hazardous. At the reuse center, units and individuals can drop off excess He personally takes unusable mate- similar products — all free of charge. hazardous materials, such as cleaning supplies, ink toner, plant food and paint, rials to the Hazardous Waste Collection “People in family housing about to so that they can be reused by another unit or individual. Point, across the street. go back to the States have extra clean- It also provides a place where units the worldwide Hazardous Material Normally, individuals would need ing products — [they] could be used and community members can drop off Management System. to make an appointment with the by other people,” said Mike Lansdale, or pick up excess toner, lubricants, Based on their prices when they installation coordinator to dispose of Reuse Center manager. batteries, adhesives, fuel, paint or acid. were first issued, items given to other hazardous waste. Materials include cleaning spray, “It saves money [and] reduces units to be reused (free of charge) saved It’s just one way the reuse center ink cartridges, oil and even plant food. waste,” Lansdale said. the garrison $39,667 over the past eight is “saving the world,” Lansdale said. “This is an ideal place for this sort Single items dropped off by mov- months, or about $5,000 per month, of stuff to be,” Lansdale said. “It’s ing families — such as a bottle of glass according to Lansdale. The Reuse Center is located in Build- safe here.” cleaner — can be picked up by indi- Paul Manu, a civilian in charge ing 2956 on Panzer Kaserne. Hours of The center prevents environmental viduals. These items are not tracked. of cleaning the kitchens at the 1st operation are Monday through Friday hazards; it has a sealed floor, absorbent However, excess supplies ordered Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. material for spills, an eye wash station, by tenant units, which can only be (Airborne), Dining Facility on Panzer For more information, call 431- safety equipment and fire extinguishers. reused by other units, are tracked in Kaserne, said the reuse center has 2498/civ. 07031-15-2498.
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Story & photo by Susan Huseman Kim Diemer (from USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office left), Jennifer Kiwus, Mary May he German American Women’s Club and Beth Manning Stuttgart is ramping up for its 43rd annual sort through Pfennig Bazaar to be held Oct. 14-15 in T donations Sept. 1 in downtown Stuttgart. preparation for the The bazaar is considered Stuttgart’s largest flea upcoming Pfennig market, according to club officials, and the club’s Bazaar, a charity major fundraising activity. “Last year we raised over fundraiser hosted €94,000 for charity,” said Jennifer Kiwus, the Ameri- by the German can bazaar chairperson. Fifty percent of the funds are used to support American Women’s organizations that foster German-American and inter- Club Stuttgart. The national relations, such as student exchange programs, bazaar will be held Kiwus said. The rest is divided between German and Oct. 14 and 15 in American projects and organizations. downtown Stuttgart. Last year, 21 service and private organizations in Donations are still the Stuttgart military community, to include Scout- being accepted. ing groups, school organizations and athletic teams, received financial support. Liederhalle on Oct. 12,” Kiwus said. Volunteers will volunteering at the bazaar. “It’s a great way to meet GAWC members and learn what we do,” and with The club’s sorting room on Patch Barracks has work alongside active duty German military members each stand manned by both Germans and Americans, been a hub of activity, with members and volunteers in unloading and carrying bags and boxes of dona- “you make German friends, and learn your German organizing donations amidst a mound of bags and bins tions to the appropriate stand inside the Liederhalle. numbers really fast.” filled with clothing, toys and other items. Volunteers are needed on Oct. 13 to unpack the Community members should not pass up the Unlike previous years, there is no cutoff date for merchandise and set up the selling stands, and on opportunity to shop at the bazaar, either, according donations of used house wares, 220 volt electronics, Oct. 14 and 15 to man the stands during the bazaar. to Kiwus. Because donations also come from the baby items, sporting goods, art, antiques, books, cloth- “We’re also looking for drivers with government German community, Dirndls, the traditional dresses ing and toys. “We are not going to stop taking dona- licenses to drive our shuttle vans,” Kiwus added. The vans will provide transportation for volunteers to and of Bavaria, and other items of interest to Americans tions. We’re going to keep the sorting room open year can be found at the bazaar. round. The donation bins will be out 24/7,” Kiwus said. from Patch and Kelley Barracks to the Liederhalle. Donations may be dropped off at any time to On selling days, volunteers can select which shift Selling days for the Pfennig Bazaar will be Oct. collection bins located at the sorting room on Patch and what stand they wish to work at. “The shifts are 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Oct. 15 from 9:30 Barracks (next door to the Patch Thrift Shop in Build- set up specifically to accommodate moms with school a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Stuttgart Liederhalle, Berliner ing 2332) and on Kelley Barracks at the end of Ash children,” Kiwus said. The vans will leave the instal- Platz 1-3, D-70174 Stuttgart. Strasse, one block past the commissary. lations after children have reported to school and will To volunteer for the Pfennig Bazaar, send an e- But the club needs more than just donations. return volunteers before school lets out, she said. mail to [email protected] or call Jennifer “We need heavy muscle to help us set up in the “It’s really a fun experience,” Kiwus said of Kiwus at civ. 0711-2805-5591.
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BOSS September vocacy Program sponsors a Free books for active duty under G.I. Bill changes greetings Customers are encouraged to For more information and post natal fitness group that A Joint Hometown News By C. Todd Lopez schedule their appointments to sign up, call 431-2599/civ. meetings scheduled meets every Thursday from Service team will be in U.S. The U.S. Army Garrison Army News Service in advance. 07031-15-2599. 10 a.m. to noon in the Patch Army Garrison Stuttgart For more details, call ACS Submit issues, vol- Stuttgart Better Opportunities Fitness Center family room. ctive duty service members this month to tape holiday at 431-3362/civ.07031-15- for Single Soldiers program • Learn about local public and their spouses will soon greetings. 3362. unteer for AFAP is comprised of single service transportation, German culture be able to get funding for The team will be at the members of all ranks and and practice useful German A Exchange on Panzer Kaserne Vehicle Reg to close conference services, both active and books and supplies as part of the Post- The next Army Family phrases during the two-day Sept. 27 from 11 a.m. to 7 reserve. Unaccompanied 9/11 G.I. Bill. Sept. 14, Oct. 3 Action Plan conference will Stuttgart Newcomers Orien- p.m. and at the Patch Food The U.S. Army Garrison service members are also Beginning Oct. 1, active duty mem- be held Nov. 8-9 in the Swa- tation offered Sept. 13 and 15, Court Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. Stuttgart Vehicle Registration eligible to participate. bers and their spouses can receive up bian Special Event Center on and Sept. 27 and 29. to 7 p.m. Office will be closed Sept. 14 This month, BOSS meets to $1,000 for books and supplies, per Patch Barracks. It will run • If you need help in Service members, civilian for an organizational day. The Sept. 17 and 27 from 3-5 p.m. academic year, as part of the Post-9/11 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. understanding German cor- employees, contractors and office will also be closed Oct. in the BOSS Lounge, Build- G.I. Bill. Active duty members were Nov. 8 and from 8:30-11:30 respondence, such as a phone family members are eli- 3 for a German holiday. ing 2331, Patch Barracks. not previously eligible for the books a.m. Nov. 9. bill, ACS offers an unofficial gible to participate. Military Did you know that you For more information, and supplies funding. Community members translation service. Additional benefits to service members must be in uniform. can renew your U.S. Army contact the BOSS president For more information, or Greetings can be recorded in Europe vehicle registration can participate by identify- at 430-7135/civ. 0711-680- members and veterans include reim- ing issues in which they see to reserve a spot in a class, bursement of fees for exams used for English and Spanish. Most up to 75 days before the expi- 7135. room for improvement in the call 431-3362/07031-15- admission to colleges. Such exams in- greetings will air from Thanks- ration date? Don’t wait until military community and sub- Get tickets to Navy 3362, stop by Army Commu- clude the ACT, GMAT or SAT. Changes giving Day through New the last minute. mitting them online at www. nity Service in Building 2915 to the bill also mean reimbursement for Year’s Day. For more information, call birthday ball stuttgart.army.mil (click on on Panzer Kaserne, or visit more than one licensing or certifica- For more information, the USAG Stuttgart Vehicle The 236th annual Stutt- “Submit 2012 AFAP issues”) www.stuttgartmwr.com. tion examination. Additionally, there contact the USAG Stuttgart Registration Office at 431- gart Navy Birthday Ball or www.stuttgartmwr.com are expanded benefits for non-college Public Affairs Office at 431- 2833/civ. 07031-15-2833. is scheduled for Oct. 29 in Patch Ski Club (click on “Army Community degree programs, on-the-job training, 3099/civ. 07031-15-3099. Sindelfingen. holds fall picnic Are you PCSing? Service,” then “Army Family For tickets and more in- apprenticeship training, flight programs G A W C t o h o s t The next scheduled The Patch Ski club will and correspondence training. Action Plan”). formation, send an e-mail to welcome event permanent change of station/ Hard copies of the issue hold a fall picnic Sept. 18 “I think the great thing about these [email protected]. from 1-4 p.m. at Husky Field The German American preseparation briefing will forms are located in AFAP changes [is] that it brings a lot more Courtesy graphic on Patch Barracks. The picnic Women’s Club Stuttgart be held Sept. 21 at 1 p.m. issue boxes throughout the Ramstein Welfare training options under the umbrella Changes to the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill include funding for books and supplies, and reimbursement for exams. is free for all new or renewing will hold a welcome event in Building 2913 on Panzer garrison in facilities such as of this already robust program,” said Bazaar Sept. 15-18 members, with a nominal fee for prospective and return- Kaserne. post offices, and Exchange More than 140 vendors Keith Wilson, director of education rated based on a student’s course load. ments. But that is no longer the case, bill provides for 36 months of benefits. for non-members and guests. ing members Sept. 22 at 10 All service members and facilities. service at the Department of Veterans A student taking a course load that is Wilson said. If a student was getting just housing from across Europe will be For more information, visit a.m. in the Swabian Special civilians departing within In addition to submitting Affairs. approximately 80 percent of what a While Wilson said VA is working to benefits for the nearly one-month at the 47th Annual Ramstein www.patchskiclub.com or Events Center on Patch Bar- the next four to five months issues, active duty service New enrollees in the program will school deems full time would receive keep students informed of the changes, period between the fall and spring se- Welfare Bazaar Sept. 15-18 at friend the club on Facebook. also find that if they are entitled to the 80 percent of the housing allowance. students will have to practice some mesters, for instance, that would burn racks. Cost is €10. RSVP by should attend. Information members, reservists, retirees, Ramstein Air Base. housing allowance (active duty and Housing allowance for an in-resident “sound financial management” on their up a month of benefits. Sept. 12 by contacting Helen will be provided from various civilians, family members Stroller-friendly days are Eliminate debt with their spouses are not) they can receive student taking a full load is equivalent own to make rent payments during the The new change in law also affects Werum at [email protected] agencies including transporta- and youths can participate Thursday and Friday. Stroller Financial Peace U tion/customs, medical, Tricare, that benefit while enrolled in certificate to the basic housing allowance for an short non-enrollment periods between payment eligibility, and now accounts or calling civ. 0711-9979407. in the AFAP conference by parking will be available out- The U.S. Army Garrison dental, vehicle registration, applying to be a delegate. or other non-college degree programs E5 with dependants. semesters. Wilson pointed out that un- for active duty service performed For more information, visit side the hangars on Saturday Stuttgart Religious Support housing and Army Commu- Volunteers are also needed to or even long-distance learning. Additional changes to benefits der the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill, beneficiaries by National Guard members under www.GAWC-Stuttgart.org. and Sunday. A Kinder Korner Office will offer Financial nity Service. Army personnel be conference facilitators, re- Those enrolled in distance learning under the bill include elimination of have never received housing allowance Title 32. will also be available for par- Peace University, a 13-week ACS to close Sept. will also receive a briefing on corders, transcribers, or issue could receive up to 50 percent of the housing payments for even short gap during the three-month summer break. ents with infants and toddlers. program designed to help 14 for inspection finance issues. support personnel. Civilian housing allowance provided to those periods between enrollments. In the Wilson added that when beneficia- A summary of recent changes to Pets are not allowed. Only families manage money more Army Community Service All separating Army dress is required. who enrolled in on-campus education past, during the less-than-one-month ries did receive housing payment be- the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill can be found at U.S. dollars, checks and credit effectively. The class starts will be closed Sept. 14 to personnel must attend this For more information, programs. The housing allowance for breaks between semesters, beneficiaries tween enrollments, they were actually http://gibill.va.gov/benefits/post_911_ cards are accepted. Euros are Sept. 13 and will meet every those in resident training is now pro- could continue to receive housing pay- burning up part of their benefits. The prepare for its accreditation briefing to receive presepara- call 431-3643/civ. 07031- gibill/Post911_changes.html. not accepted. Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, visit in the Religious Education www.ramstein-bazaar.org. Center, Building 2332, on Sign up for Join Spouses’ Club Patch Barracks. Barbecuing: Are you prepared? The Stuttgart Community To sign up, or for more news flashes information, call civ. 0711- arbecuing is a popular summer event. Here are some tips for making sure your Spouses’ Club will host a wel- and briefs: come event Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. 680-5193 or e-mail FPUstutt- Bbarbecue event is environmentally friendly and safe. [email protected]. send an e-mail in the Swabian Special Events SWABIAN SPECIALITIES RESTAURANT • Keep your grill and its accessories in good working order. Center on Patch Barracks. • Use a quality standing grill, and place it on a nonflam- ASAP training to stuttgartme- Community members are in- The U.S. Army Garrison RESTAURANT mable surface. We take VAT forms vited to the event to discover Stuttgart Army Substance Enjoy homemade, traditional products in a modern atmosphere. [email protected]. • Barbecue at a safe distance from forests, fields We accept VISA & what SCSC has to offer. Daily changing Menues also available for take away. Mastercard mil, with the and flammable materials. Abuse Program will conduct • Keep a fire extinguisher on hand. For more information, civilian ASAP training for SPECIALTIES SHOP subject: “add • Keep your distance from fat or grease e-mail scsc.memberships@ garrison supervisors Sept. Come in and buy our Swabian specialties in our shop: gmail.com or visit www. Food, Co ee, Wine, Swabian Whisky, Sparkling Wine, Accessories ... me to your drippings; they can ignite easily. 15 from 1-2 p.m. and for everything you need to cook Swabian meals at home. • When using a charcoal grill, use only a stuttgartspousesclub.org. employees from 2:30-3:30 mailing list.” designated charcoal lighter. Dispose of p.m. in Building 2948, Panzer COOKING CLASS ACS classes To make your Swabian meals perfect, join our cooking class. We teach leftover ashes after the grill has cooled. Army Community Service Kaserne. you how to cook the traditional Swabian noodles “Spaetzle” in our • When using a gas grill, keep the gas has something for everyone. For more information, or to Restaurant. For more information and appointments send an e-mail to cylinder and hose away from the heat. • Stress management for schedule on site training, call kontakt@haeberle-p eiderer.com or call +49 - 711 - 78 23 166. Shimano SLX Gas can still be released without a flame. women: Learn to beat stress 431-2530/civ. 07031-15-2530. Hydraulic Disc • Never store gas cylinders indoors, Eberhardstrasse 31-33 • 70173 Stuttgart (downtown) caused by tension, frustration Fork: RST Lock Out For reservations call +49 - 711 - 51 88 69 00 or 78 23 166 HOMES FOR RENT including in garages, stairways and USAG Stuttgart Directorate of Public Works and fatigue, and techniques Send community-wide Frame size: 17”, 19”, 21”, 23” www. haeberle-p eiderer.com www.stuttgartrealtors.com basements. Environmental Division to relax. The class is offered announcements to stutt- Assembly & Check-up included Contact 0179- 39 36 835 Sept. 15 from 2-3:30 p.m. [email protected]. The Citizen, September 8, 2011 CoMMuNity aNNouNCeMeNts Page 9 Send family holiday inspection, which occurs tion information. Advance 15-3643. • The ACS Family Ad- once every three years. registration is required. BOSS September vocacy Program sponsors a greetings Customers are encouraged to For more information and post natal fitness group that A Joint Hometown News schedule their appointments to sign up, call 431-2599/civ. meetings scheduled meets every Thursday from Service team will be in U.S. in advance. 07031-15-2599. The U.S. Army Garrison 10 a.m. to noon in the Patch Army Garrison Stuttgart For more details, call ACS Submit issues, vol- Stuttgart Better Opportunities Fitness Center family room. this month to tape holiday at 431-3362/civ.07031-15- for Single Soldiers program • Learn about local public greetings. 3362. unteer for AFAP is comprised of single service transportation, German culture The team will be at the conference members of all ranks and and practice useful German Exchange on Panzer Kaserne Vehicle Reg to close services, both active and The next Army Family phrases during the two-day Sept. 27 from 11 a.m. to 7 reserve. Unaccompanied Sept. 14, Oct. 3 Action Plan conference will Stuttgart Newcomers Orien- p.m. and at the Patch Food The U.S. Army Garrison service members are also be held Nov. 8-9 in the Swa- tation offered Sept. 13 and 15, Court Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. Stuttgart Vehicle Registration eligible to participate. bian Special Event Center on and Sept. 27 and 29. to 7 p.m. Office will be closed Sept. 14 This month, BOSS meets Patch Barracks. It will run • If you need help in Service members, civilian for an organizational day. The Sept. 17 and 27 from 3-5 p.m. from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. understanding German cor- employees, contractors and office will also be closed Oct. in the BOSS Lounge, Build- Nov. 8 and from 8:30-11:30 respondence, such as a phone family members are eli- 3 for a German holiday. ing 2331, Patch Barracks. a.m. Nov. 9. bill, ACS offers an unofficial gible to participate. Military Did you know that you For more information, translation service. members must be in uniform. can renew your U.S. Army Community members contact the BOSS president can participate by identify- For more information, or Greetings can be recorded in Europe vehicle registration at 430-7135/civ. 0711-680- to reserve a spot in a class, English and Spanish. Most ing issues in which they see up to 75 days before the expi- 7135. call 431-3362/07031-15- greetings will air from Thanks- room for improvement in the ration date? Don’t wait until 3362, stop by Army Commu- giving Day through New military community and sub- Get tickets to Navy the last minute. nity Service in Building 2915 Year’s Day. mitting them online at www. For more information, call birthday ball on Panzer Kaserne, or visit For more information, stuttgart.army.mil (click on The 236th annual Stutt- the USAG Stuttgart Vehicle www.stuttgartmwr.com. contact the USAG Stuttgart Registration Office at 431- “Submit 2012 AFAP issues”) gart Navy Birthday Ball Public Affairs Office at 431- 2833/civ. 07031-15-2833. or www.stuttgartmwr.com is scheduled for Oct. 29 in Patch Ski Club 3099/civ. 07031-15-3099. (click on “Army Community Sindelfingen. Are you PCSing? Service,” then “Army Family holds fall picnic G A W C t o h o s t For tickets and more in- The Patch Ski club will The next scheduled Action Plan”). formation, send an e-mail to welcome event permanent change of station/ Hard copies of the issue hold a fall picnic Sept. 18 [email protected]. from 1-4 p.m. at Husky Field The German American preseparation briefing will forms are located in AFAP on Patch Barracks. The picnic Women’s Club Stuttgart be held Sept. 21 at 1 p.m. issue boxes throughout the Ramstein Welfare is free for all new or renewing will hold a welcome event in Building 2913 on Panzer garrison in facilities such as Bazaar Sept. 15-18 members, with a nominal fee for prospective and return- Kaserne. post offices, and Exchange More than 140 vendors for non-members and guests. ing members Sept. 22 at 10 All service members and facilities. from across Europe will be For more information, visit a.m. in the Swabian Special civilians departing within In addition to submitting at the 47th Annual Ramstein www.patchskiclub.com or Events Center on Patch Bar- the next four to five months issues, active duty service Welfare Bazaar Sept. 15-18 at friend the club on Facebook. racks. Cost is €10. RSVP by should attend. Information members, reservists, retirees, Ramstein Air Base. Sept. 12 by contacting Helen will be provided from various civilians, family members Stroller-friendly days are Eliminate debt with Werum at [email protected] agencies including transporta- and youths can participate Thursday and Friday. Stroller Financial Peace U tion/customs, medical, Tricare, or calling civ. 0711-9979407. in the AFAP conference by parking will be available out- The U.S. Army Garrison dental, vehicle registration, applying to be a delegate. For more information, visit side the hangars on Saturday Stuttgart Religious Support housing and Army Commu- Volunteers are also needed to www.GAWC-Stuttgart.org. and Sunday. A Kinder Korner Office will offer Financial nity Service. Army personnel be conference facilitators, re- will also be available for par- Peace University, a 13-week ACS to close Sept. will also receive a briefing on corders, transcribers, or issue ents with infants and toddlers. program designed to help 14 for inspection finance issues. support personnel. Civilian Pets are not allowed. Only families manage money more Army Community Service All separating Army dress is required. U.S. dollars, checks and credit effectively. The class starts will be closed Sept. 14 to personnel must attend this For more information, cards are accepted. Euros are prepare for its accreditation briefing to receive presepara- call 431-3643/civ. 07031- Sept. 13 and will meet every not accepted. Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, visit in the Religious Education www.ramstein-bazaar.org. Center, Building 2332, on Join Spouses’ Club Patch Barracks. Barbecuing: Are you prepared? The Stuttgart Community To sign up, or for more Spouses’ Club will host a wel- information, call civ. 0711- arbecuing is a popular summer event. Here are some tips for making sure your 680-5193 or e-mail FPUstutt- barbecue event is environmentally friendly and safe. come event Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. B in the Swabian Special Events [email protected]. • Keep your grill and its accessories in good working order. Center on Patch Barracks. ASAP training • Use a quality standing grill, and place it on a nonflam- Community members are in- mable surface. The U.S. Army Garrison vited to the event to discover • Barbecue at a safe distance from forests, fields Stuttgart Army Substance what SCSC has to offer. and flammable materials. Abuse Program will conduct • Keep a fire extinguisher on hand. For more information, civilian ASAP training for • Keep your distance from fat or grease e-mail scsc.memberships@ garrison supervisors Sept. drippings; they can ignite easily. gmail.com or visit www. 15 from 1-2 p.m. and for • When using a charcoal grill, use only a stuttgartspousesclub.org. employees from 2:30-3:30 designated charcoal lighter. Dispose of ACS classes p.m. in Building 2948, Panzer leftover ashes after the grill has cooled. Army Community Service Kaserne. • When using a gas grill, keep the gas has something for everyone. For more information, or to cylinder and hose away from the heat. • Stress management for schedule on site training, call Gas can still be released without a flame. women: Learn to beat stress 431-2530/civ. 07031-15-2530. • Never store gas cylinders indoors, caused by tension, frustration including in garages, stairways and USAG Stuttgart Directorate of Public Works and fatigue, and techniques Send community-wide basements. Environmental Division to relax. The class is offered announcements to stutt- Sept. 15 from 2-3:30 p.m. [email protected]. Page 10 HealtH The Citizen, September 8, 2011 The Citizen, September 8, 2011 CoMMuNity aNNouNCeMeNts Page 11 National Cholesterol Education Month AFCEA hosts golf tourney Sept. 16 The Armed Forces Com- Living ‘heart healthy’ means making smart choices munications and Electronics Association will hold its By Tamiris Centeno exercise daily and follow a healthy diet. Exercise the most miserable outcomes. ninth annual Golf Classic on U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart is the central ingredient of good health. It tones the In addition, smoking causes atherosclerosis to Sept. 16 at the Stuttgart Golf muscles, strengthens the bones, makes the heart and develop faster. Atherosclerosis results in heart attacks, Course in Kornwestheim. ince September is National Cholesterol lungs work better and increases physical reserve and strokes, angina pectoris (heart pains), intermittent Proceeds will support the Education Month, community members vitality. Exercise aids in every activity of daily life claudicating (leg pains) and many others problems. local AFCEA Scholarship in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart may en- S and is known to decrease depression, improve bowel Pipe and cigar smoking don’t have the pulmonary Program. counter the phrase “heart healthy” more frequently, function and ease sleep. Exercise also helps prevent consequences associated with cigarette smoking, but For more information or [Above] Quincy Williams, from especially at the U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart. heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and many can lead to cancer of the lips, tongue and esophagus. to sign up a four-person team Stuttgart, hits a “most muscular” What they may not know is what living heart other diseases. Nicotine in any form negatively affects on the small for this “best ball” tourna- pose for a second place win in healthy looks like. Looking after heart health involves The human heart is a muscle. Muscles need exer- blood vessels and thus increases the chance of having ment, call Joe Page at DSN the masters division. [Right] maintaining cholesterol, blood pressure and weight cise to work their best. To keep their hearts pumping a heart attack. 434-5244. Stuttgart’s Sofia Diggs poses for levels appropriate for an individual’s age and height. strong, community members can: Community members should also get regular the women’s short class figure Wise food choices and consistent exercise help to • Use the stairs instead of the elevator; check-ups. Those who are over 40 or have heart Limited service at competition. She won first place achieve and maintain heart health. • Park a little farther from a destination and walk trouble should have a checkup at least once a year. the vet clinic in the category. It is important to depend on fruits, vegetables the extra distance, or The exam should include cholesterol, glucose levels The Stuttgart Veterinary and grains to fill the majority of one’s diet. A healthy • Take a pet for an extra walk. and a blood pressure check for most adults. Treatment Facility will be un- goal would be to eat five or more servings of fresh Before starting any exercise regime, community Finally, prescription drugs can also make a dif- available for appointments dur- Bodybuilders bring heat fruits and vegetables per day, and avoid fried and members should first consult their physician. ference in keeping hearts healthy, and there are many ing October while it relocates [Left] Top competitors in the 2011 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart processed foods. Also, individuals can help their heart and overall tested drugs that can help control blood pressure, next door to a new building European Bodybuilding/Figure competition, held Aug. 27 in Community members should choose fish, skinless physical health by refraining from smoking and us- cholesterol, diabetes and most other chronic diseases. on Panzer Kaserne. During the Kelley Theatre, strike a final pose: from left, women’s figure poultry and lean cuts of meat for their protein sources ing other tobacco products. Smoking is devastating October, the VTF will be open overall winner Lateeah Morrell from Ramstein, men’s overall and consume non-fat dairy products two to three times to an individual’s physical health and adds to his or For more information on heart health and other Wednesday through Friday winner Sid Lindsey from Ramstein, and women’s bodybuilding a day. They should also replace “bad” fats (saturated her stress level. Cigarette smoking kills over 393,000 health topics, contact the public health nurse at the from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4 overall winner Erinn Hardaway from Kaiserslautern. and trans fats) with healthy fats (monounsaturated people in the U.S. each year, according to the Ameri- USAHC Stuttgart at 430- 6383/6751/civ. 0711-680- p.m. for over-the-counter sales, Photos by Steve Roark and polyunsaturated fats and fish oil). can Lung Association. Lung cancer and emphysema 6383/6751 Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. pet registration and medical To maintain a healthy weight, individuals should (chronic lung disease) are the best known and among to 4:30 p.m. record pick-up only. If your pet needs to be to present a free 90 minute how he can help you and visit www.stuttgartmwr.com seen for vaccinations, health Save money on show Sept. 12 at 1 and 6 p.m. your family. or send an e-mail to UTAPre- certificates, surgeries, sick- in the Patch Community Club. Stop by the Panzer Hotel utility taxes [email protected]. call or emergencies, contact By joining the U.S. For Solders, attendance on Sept. 13 from 6-7 p.m. For appointments, call an off-post veterinarian or Army Garrison Stuttgart will count as 90 minutes of or the Broadway Cafe on a military veterinarian at Utility Tax Avoidance Pro- 431-3451/civ. 07031-15- required Army Substance Kelley Barracks Oct. 5 from Don’t throw away LQA! another installation. gram, community members 3451. Buy instead of renting! Abuse Program training. 1-2 p.m. The nearest military For more information, can save 19 percent on elec- Your partner for relocation and housing, The “That Guy” cam- Consider this example: Your veterinary clinic is the call the School Liaison Of- tricity and gas, and seven Send community-wide home has a value of EUR paign uses humor to deliver welcomes you to Stuttgart! Heidelberg VTF at USAG ficer at 430-7465/civ. 0711- percent on water. announcements to stutt- 250,000. You can rent it for a serious anti-binge drinking EUR 1650 per month, or buy it. Baden-Württemberg. The 680-7465. For more information, [email protected]. • See us for high-end, valuable homes. Houses message with the goal of Rent for three years: phone number is 388-9470/ and apartments are equipped with lights, curtains EUR 59,400 gone! civ. 06221-338-9470. reducing excessive drink- and built-in kitchens. Purchase: You receive finan- The Stuttgart VTF will ing among young service • We guarantee you housing within 90 days. cing for EUR 250,000 and pay resume normal operations in members. Safety tips for joggers and runners it back at EUR 1650 per • We speak English and have assisted Americans November. This production is not month. With interest of 3,7% intended for anyone under 18. hen running or jogging, always be aware of your surroundings. with housing for over 10 years. p.a. and an eradication Youth skiing, snow- For more information, call Instead of sharing roads with traffic, try to use sidewalks, tracks • Our landlords accept military and civilian housing factor of 4,17%, payback time W is about 17 years. If you move 430-2110/civ. 0711-680-2110. contracts. boarding club or fields whenever possible. When you do have to run on a road, re- after three years, you owe The Sitzmarkers Ski and To find out more about EUR 216,953. Sell the house for member that pedestrian traffic rules apply to runners and joggers. It’s • We gladly provide information on bus routes, Board Club will hold a mem- the That Guy campaign, visit schools and services in your new neighborhood. the purchase price and you always a good idea to run with a buddy. Here are some tips to consider: will make a profit of EUR bership and informational www.thatguy.com. • If you choose to use your living quarters 33,047! meeting Sept. 12 at 5:30 p.m. Legal office hours DO: DON’T: allowance (LQA) to buy, we guide you through Generally, homes increase in in the Religious Education The Legal Assistance Of- • Be in good physical condition • Run during peak traffic hours the financing process. value 1, 5% to 2% per year. Center on Patch Barracks. fice on Kelley Barracks has • Wear proper footwear • Wear headphones when jogging • We can sell the home or rent it for you when Talk to us today about turning Sitzmarkers helps teens your LQA into equity! new business hours. Hours • Begin a running program gradually near traffic you leave Stuttgart, saving you the hassle and in grades seven through of operation are Monday, • Avoid running on roads with • Over-exercise paperwork! 12 learn and develop safe Wednesday and Friday from 9 vehicles • Continue to jog or run if you are skiing and snowboarding • Military members, civilians and contractors get USAG Stuttgart a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2-4:30 p.m.; • Run facing oncoming traffic not feeling well 100% financing with no down payment, based on skills, lead and participate Victim Advocacy Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., • Wear bright clothing during the • Wear plastic or rubber suits a payback plan with LQA. in a responsible manner Program and Thursday from 1-4:30 p.m. day, reflective clothing at night • Run with the flow of traffic 24-Hour Emergency Hotline in organized group activi- DSN 431-3342 Powers of attorney and • During hot weather, run in the • Run at night, especially near ties and develop individual civ. 07031-15-3342 civ. 0176-262-48894 notary services are only early morning or evening vehicles, when visibility is poor We are proud to serve responsibility. available on a walk-in basis. our customers! Contact For more information, USAG Stuttgart us today! For more information, call visit www.Sitzmarkers.org. Ulmer Str. 6, 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. 70771 L.-Echterdingen Are you ‘That Guy?’ Phone: 0711- 46053430 “That Guy” teams up with Meet your School Fax: 0711- 46053440 Comics on Duty comedians Liaison Officer E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.al-realestates.com Paul Ogata, Danny Villalpan- Get to know your School Corner do, J.R. Brow and Tom Foss Liaison Officer and find out S FETY The Citizen, September 8, 2011 CoMMuNity aNNouNCeMeNts Page 11 AFCEA hosts golf tourney Sept. 16 The Armed Forces Com- munications and Electronics Association will hold its ninth annual Golf Classic on Sept. 16 at the Stuttgart Golf Course in Kornwestheim. Proceeds will support the local AFCEA Scholarship Program. For more information or [Above] Quincy Williams, from to sign up a four-person team Stuttgart, hits a “most muscular” for this “best ball” tourna- pose for a second place win in ment, call Joe Page at DSN the masters division. [Right] 434-5244. Stuttgart’s Sofia Diggs poses for the women’s short class figure Limited service at competition. She won first place the vet clinic in the category. The Stuttgart Veterinary Treatment Facility will be un- available for appointments dur- Bodybuilders bring heat ing October while it relocates [Left] Top competitors in the 2011 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart next door to a new building European Bodybuilding/Figure competition, held Aug. 27 in on Panzer Kaserne. During the Kelley Theatre, strike a final pose: from left, women’s figure October, the VTF will be open overall winner Lateeah Morrell from Ramstein, men’s overall Wednesday through Friday winner Sid Lindsey from Ramstein, and women’s bodybuilding from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4 overall winner Erinn Hardaway from Kaiserslautern. p.m. for over-the-counter sales, Photos by Steve Roark pet registration and medical record pick-up only. If your pet needs to be to present a free 90 minute how he can help you and visit www.stuttgartmwr.com seen for vaccinations, health Save money on show Sept. 12 at 1 and 6 p.m. your family. or send an e-mail to UTAPre- certificates, surgeries, sick- in the Patch Community Club. Stop by the Panzer Hotel utility taxes [email protected]. call or emergencies, contact By joining the U.S. For Solders, attendance on Sept. 13 from 6-7 p.m. For appointments, call an off-post veterinarian or Army Garrison Stuttgart will count as 90 minutes of or the Broadway Cafe on a military veterinarian at Utility Tax Avoidance Pro- 431-3451/civ. 07031-15- required Army Substance Kelley Barracks Oct. 5 from another installation. gram, community members 3451. Abuse Program training. 1-2 p.m. The nearest military For more information, can save 19 percent on elec- The “That Guy” cam- veterinary clinic is the call the School Liaison Of- tricity and gas, and seven Send community-wide paign uses humor to deliver Heidelberg VTF at USAG ficer at 430-7465/civ. 0711- percent on water. announcements to stutt- Baden-Württemberg. The a serious anti-binge drinking 680-7465. For more information, [email protected]. phone number is 388-9470/ message with the goal of civ. 06221-338-9470. reducing excessive drink- The Stuttgart VTF will ing among young service resume normal operations in members. Safety tips for joggers and runners This production is not November. hen running or jogging, always be aware of your surroundings. Youth skiing, snow- intended for anyone under 18. For more information, call WInstead of sharing roads with traffic, try to use sidewalks, tracks boarding club 430-2110/civ. 0711-680-2110. or fields whenever possible. When you do have to run on a road, re- The Sitzmarkers Ski and To find out more about member that pedestrian traffic rules apply to runners and joggers. It’s Board Club will hold a mem- the That Guy campaign, visit bership and informational www.thatguy.com. always a good idea to run with a buddy. Here are some tips to consider: meeting Sept. 12 at 5:30 p.m. Legal office hours DO: DON’T: in the Religious Education The Legal Assistance Of- • Be in good physical condition • Run during peak traffic hours Center on Patch Barracks. fice on Kelley Barracks has • Wear proper footwear • Wear headphones when jogging Sitzmarkers helps teens new business hours. Hours • Begin a running program gradually near traffic in grades seven through of operation are Monday, • Avoid running on roads with • Over-exercise 12 learn and develop safe Wednesday and Friday from 9 vehicles • Continue to jog or run if you are skiing and snowboarding a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2-4:30 p.m.; • Run facing oncoming traffic not feeling well skills, lead and participate Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., • Wear bright clothing during the • Wear plastic or rubber suits in a responsible manner and Thursday from 1-4:30 p.m. day, reflective clothing at night • Run with the flow of traffic in organized group activi- Powers of attorney and • During hot weather, run in the • Run at night, especially near ties and develop individual notary services are only early morning or evening vehicles, when visibility is poor responsibility. available on a walk-in basis. For more information, USAG Stuttgart For more information, call visit www.Sitzmarkers.org. 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. 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Paul Ogata, Danny Villalpan- Get to know your School Corner do, J.R. Brow and Tom Foss Liaison Officer and find out S FETY Page 12 Features The Citizen, September 8, 2011 The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Features Page 13 No Warrior stands alone Suicide prevention resources for military families Maintaining relationships during deployment Defense Centers of Excellence o warrior or military family is If you are • the National Suicide Prevention alone. If you are concerned that a concerned that a Lifeline (visit Veterans Live Chat or call ilitary spouses and significant Nservice member or veteran in your service member stateside 800-273-TALK to talk with a others provide an invaluable family is considering harming or killing him/ or veteran you crisis counselor). Msource of support to today’s herself, free resources are immediately avail- know may be In USAG Stuttgart, call: service members. Loved ones can play a vital able to aid your family in its time of crisis. considering • a marriage and family counselor role in offering encouragement during a mili- To get help for someone immediately, harming or through social work services at 431-2676/ tary career, especially during deployments, call the Veterans Crisis Line at civ. 001-800- killing him/ civ. 07031-15-2676; when separation often goes hand-in-hand with 273-TALK and press 1. You can also use the herself, actively • the USAG Stuttgart Family Life Chap- concern for the safety of service members, information below to educate yourself about listening to lain at 420-6124/civ. 0711-819-6124, or coping as a single parent at home or worries how to tell if a loved one may be experienc- them can help. • a Military and Family Life Consultant about money or legal troubles. ing thoughts of suicide, and what you can do Use the ACE (through Army Community Services) at Starting with open communication and to help him or her find the strength to reach framework to civ. 0170-708-0715 or 0160-9574-8279. a willingness to work together, couples can out for help. “ask” them U.S. Africa Command service members boost their resilience to manage the strains Identify the warning signs about their can call civ. 0160-9574-8279. associated with deployments. This article of- Experiencing a traumatic event is com- plans, “care” What you can do to support fers tips on how you and your significant other for them and mon among service members who deploy to can persevere through the tough times, lower “escort” them to your warrior hostile environments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the stress of separation and maintain a strong get help. As you help your loved one seek care, elsewhere around the globe. Everyone reacts relationship throughout the deployment cycle. encourage your warrior to: to traumatic experiences differently, and while MWR Brand Central Relationships and deployment • cut back on obligations when possible MWR Brand Central many service members experience no nega- and set reasonable schedules for goals; Being apart can be tough, especially • engaging in risky behavior, such as driv- means, such as weapons or pills. Military spouses and significant others can provide invaluable support to service members tive effects, others may feel angry or isolated • consider writing in a journal to ex- when deployments are high risk or household ing recklessly; Actively listen for details about what, during the deployment cycle by staying connected to them, discussing expectations and when they return home. These reactions can press pain, anger, fear or other emotions; demands build up. However, establishing a • experiencing excessive rage, anger or where and when your warrior may be plan- seeking help, when needed, to work on problem areas. be common responses to extraordinary events. • avoid isolation — get together with strong foundation before deployment can help desire for revenge; ning to kill himself or herself. (If your warrior ease stressors that may develop later. However, for some service members, these buddies, commanding officers, family, down. Deployments can cause stress for tasks done; • having feelings of anxiety, agitation or acknowledges his/her plans, it generally sug- • Stay connected. Talk about the impor- feelings may be signs of more serious condi- friends or other members of the community both service members and their loved ones • one or both of you feels alone or without tions, including depression or post-traumatic hopelessness; gests that he/she is accepting your help.) Ac- tance of regular contact. Make plans for how regularly; at home that can lead to depression and other anyone to talk to; stress disorder. Warriors coping with these • repeatedly reliving past stressful tively listening without passing judgment can you will keep in touch, and how often. Keep • stay physically fit by eating a healthy conditions. Reaching out for support can help • there is awkwardness or nervousness concerns may feel like there is no escape from experiences; help produce relief for the warrior. in mind that you may need to plan around diet and getting sufficient sleep; you manage any reactions to stress that occur between you and your loved one, or their symptoms, leading them to have thoughts • experiencing dramatic changes in mood; • “Escort” your warrior to get help. Escort deployment assignments and events at home. • stay motivated in tough times by before, during or after deployment. • you want to work on strengthening your of suicide or engage in high risk behavior. • feeling there is no reason for living, or your warrior immediately to his/her chain Try to time conversations about upsetting keeping personal and career goals in mind; relationship. The following behaviors and feelings • feeling trapped, like there is no way out. of command, chaplain or behavioral health issues so that they do not pile up all at once. Knowing when to seek help • use relaxation techniques to aid in Some people may not seek help because can all be signs for concern. It is important professional. stress management; and • Before deployment, establish a support Even seemingly perfect relationships often How to help your loved one they fear counseling may make things worse or to seek professional guidance right away if It can be difficult to know what to do if you If you or someone you know has thoughts • stay organized by creating a daily network for the person at home. Find the con- have problems, most of which can be solved because they prefer to keep relationship matters your loved one is: think someone may be considering suicide. of suicide, call the USAG Stuttgart Military schedule of tasks and activities. tact number for resources within your service by the couple on their own. It’s important to • thinking about hurting or killing him/ But you can use the ACE framework to guide Police at DSN 114 or 430-5262/civ. 0711- The stakes in the fight against military branch that can help loved ones cope with realize that relationship problems — if left private. However, reaching out for support can herself; your actions: 680-114/5262. suicide are the same as the stakes in com- issues such as medical problems or financial unresolved for long periods of time — have the help you feel more secure and build resilience • seeking access to pills, weapons or other • “Ask” your warrior if he or she is hav- Don’t keep your warrior’s suicidal behav- bat: lives are on the line. That’s why our hardships that may cause stress. potential to impact a warrior’s well-being and to cope with stressors during deployment. means of harming/killing him/herself; ing thoughts of suicide, but stay calm. Ask ior a secret. Adopting an attitude that you are nation’s warriors can benefit greatly from • Build trust. Discuss in detail your expec- focus on the job. Don’t hesitate to seek help The Military Family Life Consultant pro- • talking or writing excessively about the question directly: “Are you thinking of going to help your loved one will save his or the support of their families when they step tations of each other before the deployment. from a support group, counselor or chaplain if: gram offers trained, professional counselors death, dying or suicide; killing yourself?” Know the signs for concern her life. up to seek treatment. Maintain honest communication and listen. • the spouse at home feels overwhelmed for service members and their families to • unable to sleep or sleeping all the time; listed above. Never leave your warrior alone — stay • Develop understanding. If you are with the extra responsibilities; speak with — and all conversations are con- • withdrawing from friends, family or • “Care” for your warrior. Stay calm and until he/she receives appropriate help. Source: Defense Centers of Excellence fighting, get to the bottom of what is really • the deployed service member feels help- fidential and free of charge. society; safe — do not use force. Understand that your All military families can speak to a trained for Psychological Health and Traumatic upsetting you so that you can work to solve it. less to support family in need; To reach a MFLC in USAG Stuttgart, call • significantly increasing alcohol or drug use; loved one may be in pain. Remove any lethal professional 24/7 for free by contacting: Brain Injury • Find out if your loved one is feeling • problems keep you from getting daily civ. 0170-708-0715 or 0160-9574-8279. Page 12 Features The Citizen, September 8, 2011 The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Features Page 13 No Warrior stands alone Suicide prevention resources for military families Maintaining relationships during deployment Defense Centers of Excellence o warrior or military family is If you are • the National Suicide Prevention alone. If you are concerned that a concerned that a Lifeline (visit Veterans Live Chat or call ilitary spouses and significant Nservice member or veteran in your service member stateside 800-273-TALK to talk with a others provide an invaluable family is considering harming or killing him/ or veteran you crisis counselor). Msource of support to today’s herself, free resources are immediately avail- know may be In USAG Stuttgart, call: service members. Loved ones can play a vital able to aid your family in its time of crisis. considering • a marriage and family counselor role in offering encouragement during a mili- To get help for someone immediately, harming or through social work services at 431-2676/ tary career, especially during deployments, call the Veterans Crisis Line at civ. 001-800- killing him/ civ. 07031-15-2676; when separation often goes hand-in-hand with 273-TALK and press 1. You can also use the herself, actively • the USAG Stuttgart Family Life Chap- concern for the safety of service members, information below to educate yourself about listening to lain at 420-6124/civ. 0711-819-6124, or coping as a single parent at home or worries how to tell if a loved one may be experienc- them can help. • a Military and Family Life Consultant about money or legal troubles. ing thoughts of suicide, and what you can do Use the ACE (through Army Community Services) at Starting with open communication and to help him or her find the strength to reach framework to civ. 0170-708-0715 or 0160-9574-8279. a willingness to work together, couples can out for help. “ask” them U.S. Africa Command service members boost their resilience to manage the strains Identify the warning signs about their can call civ. 0160-9574-8279. associated with deployments. This article of- Experiencing a traumatic event is com- plans, “care” What you can do to support fers tips on how you and your significant other for them and mon among service members who deploy to can persevere through the tough times, lower “escort” them to your warrior hostile environments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the stress of separation and maintain a strong get help. As you help your loved one seek care, elsewhere around the globe. Everyone reacts relationship throughout the deployment cycle. encourage your warrior to: to traumatic experiences differently, and while MWR Brand Central Relationships and deployment • cut back on obligations when possible MWR Brand Central many service members experience no nega- and set reasonable schedules for goals; Being apart can be tough, especially • engaging in risky behavior, such as driv- means, such as weapons or pills. Military spouses and significant others can provide invaluable support to service members tive effects, others may feel angry or isolated • consider writing in a journal to ex- when deployments are high risk or household ing recklessly; Actively listen for details about what, during the deployment cycle by staying connected to them, discussing expectations and when they return home. These reactions can press pain, anger, fear or other emotions; demands build up. However, establishing a • experiencing excessive rage, anger or where and when your warrior may be plan- seeking help, when needed, to work on problem areas. be common responses to extraordinary events. • avoid isolation — get together with strong foundation before deployment can help desire for revenge; ning to kill himself or herself. (If your warrior ease stressors that may develop later. However, for some service members, these buddies, commanding officers, family, down. Deployments can cause stress for tasks done; • having feelings of anxiety, agitation or acknowledges his/her plans, it generally sug- • Stay connected. Talk about the impor- feelings may be signs of more serious condi- friends or other members of the community both service members and their loved ones • one or both of you feels alone or without tions, including depression or post-traumatic hopelessness; gests that he/she is accepting your help.) Ac- tance of regular contact. Make plans for how regularly; at home that can lead to depression and other anyone to talk to; stress disorder. Warriors coping with these • repeatedly reliving past stressful tively listening without passing judgment can you will keep in touch, and how often. Keep • stay physically fit by eating a healthy conditions. Reaching out for support can help • there is awkwardness or nervousness concerns may feel like there is no escape from experiences; help produce relief for the warrior. in mind that you may need to plan around diet and getting sufficient sleep; you manage any reactions to stress that occur between you and your loved one, or their symptoms, leading them to have thoughts • experiencing dramatic changes in mood; • “Escort” your warrior to get help. Escort deployment assignments and events at home. • stay motivated in tough times by before, during or after deployment. • you want to work on strengthening your of suicide or engage in high risk behavior. • feeling there is no reason for living, or your warrior immediately to his/her chain Try to time conversations about upsetting keeping personal and career goals in mind; relationship. The following behaviors and feelings • feeling trapped, like there is no way out. of command, chaplain or behavioral health issues so that they do not pile up all at once. Knowing when to seek help • use relaxation techniques to aid in Some people may not seek help because can all be signs for concern. It is important professional. stress management; and • Before deployment, establish a support Even seemingly perfect relationships often How to help your loved one they fear counseling may make things worse or to seek professional guidance right away if It can be difficult to know what to do if you If you or someone you know has thoughts • stay organized by creating a daily network for the person at home. Find the con- have problems, most of which can be solved because they prefer to keep relationship matters your loved one is: think someone may be considering suicide. of suicide, call the USAG Stuttgart Military schedule of tasks and activities. tact number for resources within your service by the couple on their own. It’s important to • thinking about hurting or killing him/ But you can use the ACE framework to guide Police at DSN 114 or 430-5262/civ. 0711- The stakes in the fight against military branch that can help loved ones cope with realize that relationship problems — if left private. However, reaching out for support can herself; your actions: 680-114/5262. suicide are the same as the stakes in com- issues such as medical problems or financial unresolved for long periods of time — have the help you feel more secure and build resilience • seeking access to pills, weapons or other • “Ask” your warrior if he or she is hav- Don’t keep your warrior’s suicidal behav- bat: lives are on the line. That’s why our hardships that may cause stress. potential to impact a warrior’s well-being and to cope with stressors during deployment. means of harming/killing him/herself; ing thoughts of suicide, but stay calm. Ask ior a secret. Adopting an attitude that you are nation’s warriors can benefit greatly from • Build trust. Discuss in detail your expec- focus on the job. Don’t hesitate to seek help The Military Family Life Consultant pro- • talking or writing excessively about the question directly: “Are you thinking of going to help your loved one will save his or the support of their families when they step tations of each other before the deployment. from a support group, counselor or chaplain if: gram offers trained, professional counselors death, dying or suicide; killing yourself?” Know the signs for concern her life. up to seek treatment. Maintain honest communication and listen. • the spouse at home feels overwhelmed for service members and their families to • unable to sleep or sleeping all the time; listed above. Never leave your warrior alone — stay • Develop understanding. If you are with the extra responsibilities; speak with — and all conversations are con- • withdrawing from friends, family or • “Care” for your warrior. Stay calm and until he/she receives appropriate help. Source: Defense Centers of Excellence fighting, get to the bottom of what is really • the deployed service member feels help- fidential and free of charge. society; safe — do not use force. Understand that your All military families can speak to a trained for Psychological Health and Traumatic upsetting you so that you can work to solve it. less to support family in need; To reach a MFLC in USAG Stuttgart, call • significantly increasing alcohol or drug use; loved one may be in pain. Remove any lethal professional 24/7 for free by contacting: Brain Injury • Find out if your loved one is feeling • problems keep you from getting daily civ. 0170-708-0715 or 0160-9574-8279. Page 14 Culture The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Pumpkins turn into dinosaurs at Ludwigsburg fest By Carola Meusel Ludwigsburg’s USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office pumpkin festival is considered ost Americans are familiar with the “It’s one of the the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” world’s largest, a TV classic based on the comic strip M with more “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz. Every year, the than 400,000 character Linus faithfully sits in the pumpkin patch waiting for the Great Pumpkin to appear. Every year, pumpkins and he’s let down. over 450 different If you’re like Linus and have a passion for pump- species from all kins, you won’t be disappointed at the Ludwigsburg over the world. Pumpkin Festival, where some of the biggest pump- This year’s fest kins in Europe will be on display. will run through This year’s 12th annual pumpkin festival will run Nov. 6 at the through Nov. 6 at the Blühende Barock (garden area at Blühende Barock the Ludwigsburg Castle) in Ludwigsburg. The festival (garden area at is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. the Ludwigsburg For 2011, the castle’s garden area will transform Castle) in into an adventurous “Jurassic Park” inspired world, Ludwigsburg. displaying dinosaurs such as the Tyrannosaurus The festival is Rex, the Diplodocus and the Triceratops, which are open daily from 9 all made out of pumpkins. Every year, the pumpkin a.m. to 6 p.m. festival features a different theme to attract visitors from all over Baden-Württemberg. Brittany Carlson According to the castle’s Blühende Barock web- site, Ludwigsburg’s festival is the world’s largest kin stores) throughout the fest grounds. in a costume contest. The award ceremony for the pumpkin festival. More than 400,000 pumpkins and On Sept. 18, the pumpkin boat race will be held at spookiest costume will be held at 6 p.m. Free Hal- over 450 different varieties from all over the world, the Blühende Barock Lake in front of the Ludwigs- loween themed face paintings will also be available ranging from edible to decorative, will be displayed burg Castle starting at 1 p.m. Pumpkin-canoeists will at the Blühende Barock from 2-6 p.m. that day. throughout the event. paddle across the lake in boats made from hollowed Ludwigsburg’s Pumpkin Festival is a great way “For all people who are into creative displays out pumpkins. to channel your inner Linus and enjoy searching for and themes, the pumpkin festival is a great way to Another highlight during this year’s pumpkin your own “Great Pumpkin.” experience all of this,” said Charles Howell, an ex- patriate American living in Ludwigsburg, who visits festival will be the European championship for the The Blühende Barock/Ludwigsburg Castle is lo- the festival every year. heaviest pumpkin. The event will be held Oct. 9 at cated at Mömpelgardstrasse 28, 71640 Ludwigsburg. Beside pumpkin displays of all sizes, colors and the Blühende Barock starting at 1:30 p.m. Patrons can forms, the festival offers patrons the chance to sample look at the three heaviest pumpkins until the last day Tickets cost €8 for adults and €3.90 for children 15 various pumpkin-inspired foods and drinks ranging of the festival (Nov. 6), when they will be smashed years old and younger. Family tickets (two adults and from pumpkin risotto, soup and spaghetti to pumpkin in an annual tradition. two children 15 years old and younger) cost €21.50. “Maultaschen” (Swabian ravioli), strudel, pumpkin Since the pumpkin festival is a family event, the For those wishing to visit the castle, there is an candy and champagne. organizers also offer a “Family Halloween” on Oct. English guided tour daily at 1:30 p.m. For details “My absolute favorite is the pumpkin Maultas- 22 from 2-7 p.m. Each family will be invited to carve call civ. 07141-1820-04. chen,” said Howell. a personal Halloween pumpkin. Children (12 years For more information about the pumpkin festival Visitors can also find pumpkin seeds, oil, jam, old and younger) dressed in Halloween costumes can and the program, visit www.kuerbisausstellung-lud- liquor and decorations at many “Kürbisshops” (pump- enter the fest free of charge. They can also participate wigsburg.de, www.blueba.de or www.juckerfarmart.ch.
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Register for CYS Ser- vices winter sports Winter sports registration for U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Child, Youth and School Services sports will be held Oct. 3 to Nov. 10 at Parent Central Services, Building 2347 on Patch Barracks. [Above] Neal Williamson, 6, demonstrates proper Physicals must be valid technique for the crab walk during a recent dry land through March 15, 2012, for bas- training held for members of the Stuttgart Piranhas ketball and cheerleading and valid swim team. The exercise is designed to increase a through March 26 for wrestling. swimmer’s flexibility for the butterfly stroke. Piranhas For more information, call practice on land several times a week to increase their 430-7480/7483/civ. 0711-680- endurance and strength. 7480/7483. [Right] Assistant coach Michelle Torgersen corrects Free fitness classes the plank form of Piranhas swim team members Installation Management Duncan Kerr, 11 (foreground), and Kurt Huebschman, Command’s Fitness Week will 11, during a recent dry land training. Swimmers hold be observed Sept. 14-17 in U.S. the pose for 30-second intervals, about as long as it Army Garrison Stuttgart. Family takes most team members to swim 50 meters. and MWR will offer the follow- ing free group exercise classes: Patch Fitness Center: Piranhas dive into new season • Sept. 14: Sunrise Spin at 6:15 a.m., Bodysculpt at 8:30 Story & photos by AnnMary Driscoll she said. a.m., Spinning at 9 and 11:30 Special to The Citizen Four other co-captains lead the a.m., TRX at noon, Vinyasa Yoga When you’re in team: Jason Baer, Melissa Call, Daniel he Stuttgart Piranhas swim Gum and Marina Zielinski. at noon, Spinning at 5:30 p.m. team has kicked off another ‘ the water, it’s just • Sept. 15: Cardio Kickbox- The hard work has forged bonds Tseason of competition in among the teammates. ing at 8:30 a.m., Abs/Strength you and the clock. the European Forces Swim League. “What’s special about the Piranhas Express at 11:30 a.m., Combat Coaches and team members look is that it’s a military team so the kids Hapkido at 6 p.m., Aikido at 7 It’s all about forward to defending their Rheinland have learned more flexibility [in fac- p.m., Zumba at 7 p.m. Divisional championship title, improv- pushing yourself ing personal challenges],” said Joseph • Sept. 16: Pilates at 8:30 ing their times and having fun. Viana, 16. “The parents are TDY, or a.m., Yoga Basics at 11 a.m., and being self- “This is the best group in the Stutt- maybe the moms are gone, but the Spinning at 11:30 a.m., Vinyasa gart vicinity,” said Kara Louk, head coaches make the best of what we have Yoga at noon. motivated. coach. “We have about a hundred to offer. And we military kids know • Sept. 17: TRX at 8:30 a.m., dedicated kids who get up at 5 [a.m.] Brenna Cashman, 16 how to make friends really easily.” Spinning at 9:30 a.m., Power to do an athletic sport. These kids are Stuttgart Piranhas Anthony LoGrande, 15, added Yoga at 11 a.m. swimming hard. They attack the water “We’re all in the same community, so Panzer Fitness Center: in meets from September to February.” swim team co-captain we know each other from school, and • Sept. 14: Zumba at 9 a.m. Their commitment alone is impres- from living in the same towns or on • Sept. 15: Boot Camp at 9 a.m., sive. Team members (ages 6 to 19) base. We’re more involved in the same swim for three to five weekday morn- Total Body Training at 3:15 p.m. February to June. activities together.” ings, beginning as early as 5:30 a.m. A further 24 team members spent’ • Sept. 16: Zumba at 9 a.m. The team cohesion promotes a Swimmers ages 13 and older also par- • Sept. 17: Open Air Zumba nine days in Mittersill, Austria, at the friendly, comfortable atmosphere, ac- ticipate in dry land training three evenings prestigious Alpineswim summer camp, Marathon at 11 a.m. at the Panzer cording to Abigail Argo, 13. “We have each week. They spend every weekend in one of the rare times that the camp’s Exchange parking lot a big range of ages and swimmers, the water, either practicing starts, finishes organizers allowed members of a single not like other teams I’ve been in. But Kelley Fitness Center: and turns, or traveling to meets. team to train together. everybody interacts and is friendly.” • Sept. 14: Spinning at 6 a.m., Coaches quiz team members on the The early morning training sessions Throughout the season, coaches Vinyasa Yoga at 11:30 a.m. times they need to qualify at the EFSL can be a challenge. encourage team members to develop in • Sept. 15: Body Pump at championships. For example, boys ages Team co-captain Katie Oldham, swimming ability, as well as maturity. 9:30 a.m., Spinning at 11:30 8 and under need to swim the 50 meter 17, said “It’s hard getting up so early, “I love the transition from the be- a.m., Jazzercize at 5:30 p.m. freestyle event in 48.13 seconds or less. and I do wish my parents would sleep ginning of the season to the end,” Louk, • Sept. 16: Spin at 6 a.m. For boys ages 17 and up, the time drops through their alarm. But once I’ve the head coach, said. “What you see in RB Fitness Center: to a mere 29.29 seconds. finished my workout, it’s great. Wak- the water in September is not what you The team will compete in 15 meets ing up so early can really create self- see at the championships. • Sept. 14: Pilates at 9 a.m., in Germany, Belgium, Italy and the discipline. And swimming? It’s just “It’s like pottery — you start with Body Sculpt at 3:30 p.m. Netherlands. what I love to do.” a little lump of clay, and by the time • Sept. 15: Body Sculpt at 1 p.m. Each family will volunteer at least Co-captain Brenna Cashman, 16, you’re done, it’s a beautiful trophy.” • Sept. 17: Spinning at 9 a.m. 30 hours, doing community service, added that swimming builds discipline For more information, call raising funds and hosting meets. and motivation. The team’s first home meet of the the Patch Fitness Center at 430- Even during the off-season, 75 “When you’re in the water, it’s just season will at the Maichingen Garten- 7136/civ. 0711- 680-7136. team members swam every other you and the clock. It’s all about push- hallenbad on Sept. 24. For more infor- morning during spring training, from ing yourself and being self-motivated,” mation, visit www.stuttgartpiranhas.org. Page 16 SportS The Citizen, September 8, 2011 The Citizen, September 8, 2011 Page 17 Read your newspaper online to get the latest news: www.stuttgartcitizen.com SportS ShortS Stokes Agency… All Your Insurance Needs In One O ce • Auto Insurance • American Companies Register for CYS Ser- • Renters Ins. • Financial Planning vices winter sports • All types of Life Insurance • Loans- Up to $10,000 Winter sports registration for SYDNEY MARIE U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Kurmarkerstr. 30 Child, Youth and School Services 70569 Stuttgart -Vaihingen sports will be held Oct. 3 to Nov. ABAYAN DIETRICH Tel: 0711-6873096 • E-mail: [email protected] 10 at Parent Central Services, Building 2347 on Patch Barracks. [Above] Neal Williamson, 6, demonstrates proper Physicals must be valid technique for the crab walk during a recent dry land Sydney was born at 6:30 a.m. June through March 15, 2012, for bas- training held for members of the Stuttgart Piranhas ketball and cheerleading and valid swim team. The exercise is designed to increase a 15, 2011 at Robert-Bosch-Kranken- through March 26 for wrestling. swimmer’s flexibility for the butterfly stroke. Piranhas For more information, call practice on land several times a week to increase their haus, Germany. She was 3660 grams 430-7480/7483/civ. 0711-680- endurance and strength. 7480/7483. [Right] Assistant coach Michelle Torgersen corrects and 50 cm long. Sydney was born to Free fitness classes the plank form of Piranhas swim team members Lucas Alan Dietrich and Currene Installation Management Duncan Kerr, 11 (foreground), and Kurt Huebschman, Command’s Fitness Week will 11, during a recent dry land training. Swimmers hold Abayan Dietrich. The family is be observed Sept. 14-17 in U.S. the pose for 30-second intervals, about as long as it Army Garrison Stuttgart. 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The first day of school Böblingen Elementary Middle School fourth and fifth grade students line up for the first day of school.
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