Vol. 40, No. 1 U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart January 13, 2011

Susan Huseman Brittany Carlson Construction of the Panzer Hotel gets underway in February 2009. This photo The completed Panzer Hotel officially opened Dec. 15, 2010 with a ribbon- was taken from the same angle as photo to the right. cutting ceremony. The hotel has the capacity for 720 guests. Panzer Hotel hosts grand opening

By Brittany Carlson their families come to,” Kislan said. “This is their USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office It is the first place that your first night, they’re tired from PCSing, and they come in here to this facility. They see a warm, hospitable t’s official. The Panzer Hotel is now open for new Soldiers and their environment ... they enjoy the amenities, and when guests, following a grand opening ceremony ‘ families come to ... a warm, they leave, hopefully, they have the same feeling.” IDec. 15. The Panzer Hotel opened just after the garrison’s “I want to welcome you to U.S. Army Garrison hospitable environment ... . two oldest hotels, the Hilltop Hotel on Robinson Stuttgart’s latest pride and joy — and it’s the Panzer Barracks and Swabian Inn on Patch Barracks, were Hotel,” said Garrison Commander Col. Carl D. Bird Frank Kislan closed. The Hilltop was recently funded for use as an during the event. FMWRC project manager for major NAF Army Post Office, according to Stephen Ritterbush, “This has been a huge project. It’s taken a while chief of the DPW Master Planning Division. to come to fruition,” he said. construction in Europe This leaves the Panzer Hotel and Kelley Hotel to Two years, in fact. Construction on the seven- meet the community’s lodging demands — a daunt- floor, $32 million hotel began in January 2009. The fund construction in Europe. ing task. project was managed by USAG Stuttgart Directorate The hotel is a result of a 2005 Army Lodging’ In 2010, 3,387 military and civilian families either of Public Works, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and moved into or out of the community, according to Iris wellness survey, which found that demand in USAG the German construction agency, SHBA (Staatliches Jones, USAG Stuttgart Housing Office chief. Stuttgart merited another lodging facility. Hochbauamt Reutlingen). The Panzer Hotel is up to the challenge with The hotel is the 13th lodging facility in the world However, it’s more than just a place to spend the capacity for 720 guests. The hotel has 69 standard to be completed under the Family and Morale, Welfare night, Kislan added. The Panzer Hotel is the first and rooms, 84 extended-stay rooms and 65 family suites, and Recreation Headquarters’ Army Lodging Well- last impression that service members and families and is fully air-conditioned. ness Program, according to Frank Kislan, FMWR have of USAG Stuttgart. Command project manager for major nonappropriated “It is the first place that your new Soldiers and See Panzer Hotel on page 4

Pages 9-12 Page 16 InsIde Year in Review: Trying to get fit in hIs Highlights of 2010 2011? T Sports, news, awards and people: Our USAG Stuttgart FMWR offers new spin four-page special section takes a look bikes and fitness classes, and variety of edITIon back at the highlights of 2010 in the ways to help community members keep Stuttgart military community. their fitness New Year’s resolutions. The Citizen, January 13, 2011 Page 3 Page 2 OpiniOn The Citizen, January 13, 2011 News IMCOM leaders to share vision for the future News & Notes Commentary by Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch out the plan to achieve that vision, we Installation Management Command Once we have a shared vision of what will continue to challenge ourselves CFC-O honors Stuttgart units commander to go beyond what we already know U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart and its tenant “right” looks like, we can figure out how and are comfortable with. We will units raised a total of $612,843.38 for the Com- ike many others this time of to get there from here. continue to look at the shape and size bined Federal Campaign-Overseas program last year, I have been reflecting of our organization and workforce. We month. Garrison Commander Col. Carl D. Bird Lon the past 12 months and will continue to reach out and build would like to thank everyone who gave and looking forward to the new year. In my fundamental questions: Are we doing several vital programs, including the relationships with others committed congratulate them on a job well done. professional capacity, I am focusing on the right things? Are we doing things Exceptional Family Member Program, to supporting Soldiers and families, To honor those units with the highest lev- the future of the In- right? What are we missing? Survivor Outreach Services, the Total including universities, businesses, non- els of participation, a CFC award luncheon is stallation Manage- I am meeting with senior Installa- Army Sponsorship Program, the Army government organizations, and other scheduled for Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ment community. tion Management community leaders Substance Abuse Program and the government agencies. the Patrick Henry Pavilion in Heidelberg. Specifically, I’ve this month to develop a shared vision Army Continuing Education System. The process of developing a shared Eleven units from the Stuttgart military been asking my- for next year, based on all of this input. Many of our efforts will not be vision is important for us to do if we community will receive awards: Gold — 66th self: “What should Once we have a shared vision of what immediately apparent to those outside take our jobs seriously. For one, we Military Intelligence Battalion, 52nd Signal the Installation “right” looks like, we can figure out of our workforce. For example, we are owe it to our fellow citizens to be good Battalion, 502nd Aviation Regiment and Patch Management com- how to get there from here. reducing the number of administrative stewards of all the resources entrusted Elementary School; Silver — USAG Stuttgart munity look like a We started 2010 by producing ver- regions from six to four and integrating Lt. Gen. Lynch to us. We always have to be mindful of Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobility and year from now?” sion one of the Installation Management the Family and Morale, Welfare and how we impact the environment, how Security, Directorate of Public Works and Di- I have been asking this question of Campaign Plan. The campaign plan laid Recreation Command into IMCOM we treat our people and how we spend rectorate of Human Resources, and the Navy Installation Management personnel dur- out a vision, strategy and way ahead Headquarters. Soldiers and families taxpayer dollars. Communications at Speed and Depth Program; ing meetings, town halls, and garrison for providing the programs, services will see no difference in the quality of An even more important reason to Bronze — 554th Military Police Company, visits. I have also been seeking feedback and facilities that support Soldiers and support or number of services they re- develop this vision is to better provide Böblingen Elementary/Middle School; Plati- from Soldiers, families and leaders. families. With the campaign plan and ceive, but behind the scenes, we will be a strong, supportive environment in Richard Herman num — Stuttgart JAG. This feedback is critical because the three fundamental questions as our working smarter. We will streamline the which Soldiers and their families can Rear Adm. John Messerschmidt, U.S. European Command J7, pins the new Information Dominance (This information was provided by USAG everything we do is focused on provid- guides, we have continually challenged delivery of services to our customers thrive. If the only reason we do some- Warfare insignia on Rear Adm. Norman Hayes, EUCOM J2, during a ceremony at EUCOM Headquarters Stuttgart Directorate of Human Resources.) ing Soldiers and families the programs, ourselves to improve our performance. and generate savings that can be applied thing is because we have always done on Patch Barrcks Dec. 16. Officers who were pinned demonstrated expertise in their particular field. services and facilities that support their Some of our efforts are visible to to Soldier and family programs. it that way, then we can do better. We Mandatory TARP briefings U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart will hold well-being, resilience and readiness. those we serve. For example, based As we build a shared vision of owe it to our Soldiers and families to Threat Awareness and Reporting Program brief- I urge everyone to continue to send on feedback from Soldiers and fami- what the Installation Management ask what “right” looks like and make U.S. Navy prepares for ings for military and civilian personnel. Family me solid ideas that help answer three lies, we have enhanced delivery of community should look like and lay sure we are on track to get there. members are also encouraged to attend. Briefings in English are scheduled in the future of information warfare Patch Theater Feb. 7-11 at 9 and 11 a.m., and On The STreeT 1 p.m.; a 3 p.m. briefing will also be held on he By Lt. Christopher Nelson (U.S. Navy) tion warfare officers, naval intelligence officers, me- Feb. 8 and 10. T CITIzen How will you improve your well-being this year? U.S. European Command J2 teorological and oceanography officers, information In the Kelley Theatre, English briefings professional officers, and space cadre officers. will be held Feb. 14-17 at 9 and 11 a.m., and Col. Carl D. Bird he U.S. European Command Director of U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Commander “The warfare pin signifies a command identity for 1 p.m.; on Feb. 15 and 17 a 3 p.m. briefing is Intelligence presented the first group of the Information Dominance Corps and denotes the also scheduled. On Feb. 18, briefings will be Public Affairs Officer TNavy officers under the EUCOM umbrella wearer’s expertise in information-centric disciplines,” held at 9 and 11 a.m. Larry Reilly with the new Information Dominance Warfare insig- [email protected] according to Rear Admiral Robin Braun, EUCOM Briefings in German will be held Feb. 7, 9 nia at EUCOM Headquarters in Stuttgart Dec. 16. and 11 at 3 p.m. in the Patch Theater, and Feb. Editor Assistant Editor deputy J3. “These officers will be viewed not just as As a service that relies on high levels of technolo- enablers, but as warfare specialists, executing and 14 and 16 at 3 p.m. in the Kelley Theatre. Susan Huseman Brittany Carlson Military and civilian personnel are required [email protected] [email protected] gies, the U.S. Navy is transforming its culture to lead leading the fight.” to attend a TARP briefing at least once a year. the world of information operations by training expe- These officers demonstrated experience in their Contact Information rienced personnel from various Navy disciplines. For more information, call the Stuttgart Telephone: 431-3105/civ. 07031-15-3105 particular fields and passed a test demonstrating their Rear Admiral Norman R. Hayes, EUCOM direc- Field Office at 430-4586/civ. 0711-680-4586. Fax: 431-3096/civ. 07031-15-3096 knowledge of the new Corps. (This information was provided by the E-mail: [email protected] tor of intelligence, presented the warfare device to 28 Sgt. Altamese Laudor John Hamilton Kiersten Mathison Makayla Lasker Hayes spoke to the officers about their duty to Stuttgart Field Office.) Web site: www.stuttgart.army.mil naval officers, all from specialties that make up the Office Location: Building 2949, Panzer Kaserne (U.S. Air Force) (Civilian) (Family member) (Family member) lead the way as some of the first recipients of the new U.S. Army Address: Unit 30401, APO AE 09107 new Information Dominance Corps. warfare device. He told them to take care of the officers Electronic devices prohibited German Address: USAG-S PAO, Panzer Kaserne, German authorities will assess the use of “[I will] change my “Watch a little bit more “My mom and I, we’re “Running. I run a lot “As we build for the future of warfare in an age of and enlisted working for them, and to ensure their sub- Geb. 2949, 3rd Floor, Panzerstrasse, 71032 Böblingen prohibited electronic devices on Robinson Bar- perspective on eating what I drink.” going to ... work out as in the house because information ... the Information Dominance Corps places ordinates and understand their roles in the Corps. racks Jan. 19. This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of right and exercising.” much as we can..” it’s good exercise.” the Navy squarely in the forefront,” Hayes said. “We The Information Dominance Corps consists of the Department of Defense. Contents of The Citizen are not neces- The following items purchased in the U.S., have taken specific missions that synergize between each sarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or more than 44,000 active and reserve officer, enlisted at an exchange or online are prohibited from use the Department of the Army. All editorial content in this publication other and brought them under one construct.” and civilian personnel Navy-wide and is an initiative in Germany (unless they have CE or BNetzA is prepared, edited, provided and approved by the USAG Stuttgart “This will exponentially increase the effectiveness Public Affairs Office. Private organizations noted in this publication of the U.S. Cyber Command. symbols): are not part of Department of Defense. and produce optimal effects in the very complex cyber • Baby Monitors (900 Khz) • V-tech or other The appearance of advertising in this publication, including environment,” Hayes added. Editor’s Note: Gloria Colon-Buzatu, USAG Stut- wireless telephones (1.8-1.9 Ghz) • Remote inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement of the Those who qualified for the pin include informa- products or services advertised by the U.S. Army. Everything tgart Public Affairs Office, contributed to this story. radio-controlled toys • Other electronic devices advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, without CE or BNetzA symbols. use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national The frequency range on these devices inter- origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Army Family Action Plan pro- feres with host nation communication systems. or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a Volunteer, violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser gram is seeking issues that once resolved, will improve the quality of U.S. personnel who own these devices are is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that submit life for U.S. Armed Forces worldwide. Issues will be discussed in the subject to German Federal Communication Center source until the violation is corrected. The Citizen is a biweekly 2011 AFAP conference, set for Feb. 10-11. To submit an issue, visit law and fines. German authorities have the right to offset press publication published by AdvantiPro GmbH. Circula- Tech Sgt. Travis Gabriele Evans T.C. Lasker Pat Donerson Army Community Service, go to www.stuttgart.army.mil and click on confiscate the prohibited items and DoD person- tion is 6,000 copies. For display advertising rates, call Elizabeth Welborn (Civilian) (Retiree) (Civilian) issues for Heldt at civ. 0631-3033-5537, or e-mail [email protected]. the link under Hot Topics, or fill out an AFAP issue form at drop boxes nel will be held liable by German communication (U.S. Air Force) “Continue to be “I have a treadmill in “I’m going to try and get For classified advertising rates, call Sabrina Barclay at civ. 0631- AFAP located throughout each installation. companies or organizations. 3033-5531, e-mail [email protected]. “I plan on trying to gain at committed to myself ... my basement which has my certification so that I Volunteers are also needed. Submit an issue or sign up to volunteer Note: Information for this News Brief was least five pounds of lean listening to myself when been sitting there. I need can teach Zumba. It’s fun www.stuttgart.army.mil conference by Jan. 25. For more information, call 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. provided by the USAG Stuttgart, DES) muscle mass.” I need a break.” to start putting it to use.” and it’s not repetitive.” The Citizen, January 13, 2011 News Page 3 News & Notes

CFC-O honors Stuttgart units U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart and its tenant units raised a total of $612,843.38 for the Com- bined Federal Campaign-Overseas program last month. Garrison Commander Col. Carl D. Bird would like to thank everyone who gave and congratulate them on a job well done. To honor those units with the highest lev- els of participation, a CFC award luncheon is scheduled for Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Patrick Henry Pavilion in Heidelberg. Eleven units from the Stuttgart military community will receive awards: Gold — 66th Military Intelligence Battalion, 52nd Signal Battalion, 502nd Aviation Regiment and Patch Elementary School; Silver — USAG Stuttgart Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobility and Security, Directorate of Public Works and Di- rectorate of Human Resources, and the Navy Communications at Speed and Depth Program; Bronze — 554th Military Police Company, Böblingen Elementary/Middle School; Plati- Richard Herman num — Stuttgart JAG. Rear Adm. John Messerschmidt, U.S. European Command J7, pins the new Information Dominance (This information was provided by USAG Warfare insignia on Rear Adm. Norman Hayes, EUCOM J2, during a ceremony at EUCOM Headquarters Stuttgart Directorate of Human Resources.) on Patch Barrcks Dec. 16. Officers who were pinned demonstrated expertise in their particular field. Mandatory TARP briefings U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart will hold Threat Awareness and Reporting Program brief- U.S. Navy prepares for ings for military and civilian personnel. Family members are also encouraged to attend. Briefings in English are scheduled in the future of information warfare Patch Theater Feb. 7-11 at 9 and 11 a.m., and 1 p.m.; a 3 p.m. briefing will also be held on By Lt. Christopher Nelson (U.S. Navy) tion warfare officers, naval intelligence officers, me- Feb. 8 and 10. U.S. European Command J2 teorological and oceanography officers, information In the Kelley Theatre, English briefings professional officers, and space cadre officers. will be held Feb. 14-17 at 9 and 11 a.m., and he U.S. European Command Director of “The warfare pin signifies a command identity for 1 p.m.; on Feb. 15 and 17 a 3 p.m. briefing is Intelligence presented the first group of the Information Dominance Corps and denotes the also scheduled. On Feb. 18, briefings will be TNavy officers under the EUCOM umbrella wearer’s expertise in information-centric disciplines,” held at 9 and 11 a.m. with the new Information Dominance Warfare insig- according to Rear Admiral Robin Braun, EUCOM Briefings in German will be held Feb. 7, 9 nia at EUCOM Headquarters in Stuttgart Dec. 16. deputy J3. “These officers will be viewed not just as and 11 at 3 p.m. in the Patch Theater, and Feb. As a service that relies on high levels of technolo- enablers, but as warfare specialists, executing and 14 and 16 at 3 p.m. in the Kelley Theatre. Military and civilian personnel are required gies, the U.S. Navy is transforming its culture to lead leading the fight.” to attend a TARP briefing at least once a year. the world of information operations by training expe- These officers demonstrated experience in their For more information, call the Stuttgart rienced personnel from various Navy disciplines. particular fields and passed a test demonstrating their Rear Admiral Norman R. Hayes, EUCOM direc- Field Office at 430-4586/civ. 0711-680-4586. knowledge of the new Corps. (This information was provided by the tor of intelligence, presented the warfare device to 28 Hayes spoke to the officers about their duty to Stuttgart Field Office.) naval officers, all from specialties that make up the lead the way as some of the first recipients of the new new Information Dominance Corps. warfare device. He told them to take care of the officers Electronic devices prohibited German authorities will assess the use of “As we build for the future of warfare in an age of and enlisted working for them, and to ensure their sub- information ... the Information Dominance Corps places prohibited electronic devices on Robinson Bar- ordinates and understand their roles in the Corps. racks Jan. 19. the Navy squarely in the forefront,” Hayes said. “We The Information Dominance Corps consists of The following items purchased in the U.S., have taken specific missions that synergize between each more than 44,000 active and reserve officer, enlisted at an exchange or online are prohibited from use other and brought them under one construct.” and civilian personnel Navy-wide and is an initiative in Germany (unless they have CE or BNetzA “This will exponentially increase the effectiveness of the U.S. Cyber Command. symbols): and produce optimal effects in the very complex cyber • Baby Monitors (900 Khz) • V-tech or other environment,” Hayes added. Editor’s Note: Gloria Colon-Buzatu, USAG Stut- wireless telephones (1.8-1.9 Ghz) • Remote Those who qualified for the pin include informa- tgart Public Affairs Office, contributed to this story. radio-controlled toys • Other electronic devices without CE or BNetzA symbols. The frequency range on these devices inter- The U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Army Family Action Plan pro- feres with host nation communication systems. Volunteer, gram is seeking issues that once resolved, will improve the quality of U.S. personnel who own these devices are submit life for U.S. Armed Forces worldwide. Issues will be discussed in the subject to German Federal Communication Center 2011 AFAP conference, set for Feb. 10-11. To submit an issue, visit law and fines. German authorities have the right to issues for Army Community Service, go to www.stuttgart.army.mil and click on confiscate the prohibited items and DoD person- the link under Hot Topics, or fill out an AFAP issue form at drop boxes nel will be held liable by German communication AFAP located throughout each installation. companies or organizations. Volunteers are also needed. Submit an issue or sign up to volunteer Note: Information for this News Brief was conference by Jan. 25. For more information, call 431-3362/civ. 07031-15-3362. provided by the USAG Stuttgart, DES) Page 4 The Citizen, January 13, 2011

Ask a JAG Panzer Hotel ...... Continued from page 1 area, outdoor playground and open breakfast area. Editor’s Note: Do you have a legal question Nancy Rose and her husband, a DoD civilian, you would like to see answered in a future The Kelley Hotel, which opened in 2001, has arrived in USAG Stuttgart in early December. “We The Citizen edition of ? If so, contact “Ask a room for up to 264 guests. called [the Panzer Hotel] and checked in. It was a huge JAG” at [email protected]. The Panzer Hotel meets 100 percent of the new relief to get into a nice, warm room where everything Army Lodging standards. It also earned the LEED By Capt. Sean A. Marvin (U.S. Army) was working,” she said. Sustainable Project Silver Standard Rating, ac- Stuttgart Law Center She also appreciated the option to stay in a pet- cording to Norm Seare, DPW project manager and friendly room with her dog. “It feels great when you can Q: I am planning to marry a German general engineer. be in a room with your pet and not have to worry about but am unsure of how she can become an It was also designed to meet the needs of service them being someplace else, away from you,” she said. American citizen. We also plan to have a child members, Defense Department civilians and their School-age children staying in the hotel can catch soon. If the child is born in Germany, is there families, according to Dave Roach, Panzer Hotel the school bus to Patch or Robinson Barracks at the anything we must do to ensure that the child manager. hotel’s front entrance. is an American citizen? “One of the things they’ll find out once they stay The hotel saves energy through devices including here is that the location is perfect,” he said. “It’s right motion detectors in the room that lower the tempera- A: Before the non-citizen spouse may next to the Exchange. The credit union, in-processing, ture to a pre-determined setting after an hour of no permanently relocate to the U.S., you as the out-processing, the USO [and] driver’s education of- activity. The tilt-open windows also have detectors citizen-spouse will need to sponsor your non- fice are within a five-minute walk of the facility.” that turn heating and cooling off when windows are citizen spouse for an immigrant visa. Even the rooms were created with military fami- open. Hallway lights remain off until activated by Following the marriage, the citizen-spouse lies in mind. Family suites feature a full kitchen with motion sensors. should file a Petition for Alien Relative with the a stove top, microwave oven, garbage disposal, dish- Because of these specialized amenities, and since local Consulate General’s Office in Frankfurt. washer, full-size refrigerator and freezer, and dining the hotel is new, Roach said guests should be aware You can obtain forms online or by contacting table with chairs. The kitchen is stocked with pots, that rates are higher than those at older Army Lodg- the Stuttgart Law Center. Along with the peti- pans and dishes for a family of four, and loaner kits ing facilities. tion, applicants must include certain other items, are available for larger families. Rates start at $120 per night for a standard room, including a copy of the marriage certificate and Extended-stay rooms feature a stove top, mi- $135 for an extended-stay room and $150 for a family a translated copy of the document. Although crowave oven and small refrigerator, with dish kits suite. Portions of room rates fund the Army Lodging applications may be mailed to the Consulate’s available on a sign-out basis. Standard rooms have a Extensive Sustainment program, future renovations at Office, to avoid unnecessary delays, it is wise microwave and small refrigerator. the Panzer Hotel, as well as Army Lodging construc- to make an appointment to visit that office. All rooms are equipped for wired Internet access. tion worldwide, Roach added. Once the petition is approved, the applicant Ten of the rooms are American Disability Act compli- The price includes laundry access, parking and a will be instructed on how to file for a visa, com- ant, and 12 are pet friendly. The hotel also has a fitness grab-and-go continental breakfast. monly referred to as a “green card.” After an interview and upon approval of the application, the non-citizen spouse will be granted a visa. The visa, however, is normally valid for a short period of time, during which the non-citizen spouse must travel to the U.S. to receive Lawful Permanent Resident status from U.S. Citizen- ship and Immigration Services. If the couple has been married for less than two years, the non-citizen may still receive LPR status, but that status will be conditional and subject to termination if, for example, the couple divorces during that period. Regarding the possibility of your child being born abroad, there are certain instances when a person born outside of the U.S. may be considered a U.S. citizen at birth. One such instance is where a child is born overseas and his or her parents are both U.S. citizens. When a child is born in a German hospital, however, a German birth certificate will be issued. This is not sufficient to establish the child’s U.S. citizenship. Therefore, new parents should Photos by Brittany Carlson contact the Consulate’s Office to file a Report Officials cut the ribbon to officially open the Panzer Hotel Dec. 15: (L to R) Dave Roach, Panzer Hotel manager; of Birth Abroad and file for a U.S. passport Juergen Hagner, CFO for Bilfinger Berger construction company; Matthias Marks, Hochbauamt director; for the child. If only one parent of the child is Col. Carl D. Bird, garrison commander; Gregory Holzinger, acting deputy to the commander; Frank Kislan, a U.S. citizen, additional steps must be taken FMWRC project manager for major NAF funding in Europe; Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony M. Bryant, garrison through the Consulate’s Office for the child to command sergeant major; Matt Ludwig, Army Corps of Engineers, and Joe Stroebel, Kelley Hotel manager. acquire U.S. citizenship. Please note that unlike the U.S., Germany Maj. Gen. does not automatically confer citizenship to Richard J. any individual born within its boundaries. For Sherlock, U.S. citizenship to be conferred upon birth, one of Africa Command the child’s biological parents must be a Ger- chief of staff, man citizen. enters a Panzer Hotel room This column is not intended as individual during a group or specific legal advice. If you have specific tour given by Rooms in the Panzer Hotel feature issues or concerns, you should consult a judge hotel employee energy-saving motion detectors that turn advocate at 421-4152/civ. 0711-729-4152. Jerrid Geotl the temperature to a pre-determined (right) Dec. 15. setting after an hour of no activity. The Citizen, January 13, 2011 Features Page 5 Local Cub Scouts complete historic Bastogne walk By Tanya Fogg Young Wolf Scout soldiers’ sacrifices were not forgotten.” Special to The Citizen Christopher In addition to the re-enactors along Bispels, the trail, other highlights included attling the freezing cold, 7, hefts a visiting a recreated command post, Stuttgart area Cub Scouts World War shouldering World War II weapons Btrudged through snow and and climbing into fox holes to dig with II weapon slush during the Dec. 11 Bastogne shovels, according to Jill Bispels, who while Historical Walk in Belgium as they participated in the walk with her son commemorated the hardships endured visiting Christopher, 7, a Pack 44 Cub Scout. by World War II soldiers. with Pack 44 Cubmaster Gerald Egleson Panzer Cub Scout Pack 44 mem- Belgian said the youngsters were excited to bers — some as young as 6 years old re-enactors have the opportunity to touch authentic — braved the wintry elements as they during the gear and even take part in some portions retraced defensive lines held by Allied Bastogne of the re-enactments. “For me, it was soldiers during World War II’s Battle of Historical enlightening to see all of the uniforms the Bulge. The recent perimeter march Walk on and to see the vehicles move through marked the 34th annual Bastogne His- Dec. 11. the weather conditions,” Egleson said. torical Walk since it was founded in Jill Bispels “I hope they walked away with ap- 1977 by a Belgian World War II veteran places,” said Pack 44 Cub Scout Ben 25, 1945, the Battle of the Bulge was preciation for what the soldiers went who served under Gen. George Patton Schmitt, 9. “I learned a bunch of stuff the largest land battle involving Ameri- through during that siege.” during the Battle of the Bulge. about Bastogne that I didn’t know be- can forces in World War II. More than Son Parker Egleson excitedly Numbering more than 50 strong, fore, and it makes me really proud that a million Allied troops fought across shared his favorite moments of the with parents and siblings also taking I did the walk and finished it.” the Ardennes, including about 500,000 historic Bastogne walk. “I wore an part in the walk, Pack 44 Cub Scouts Schmitt was among the Cub Scouts Americans and 55,000 British. Army hat while I was holding the completed the march of about seven who earned the Boy Scouts of America “It was a pivotal battle,” said parent bazooka and it was kind of like I was kilometers in Bastogne, Belgium. Battle of the Bulge Historic Trail Patch Kathryn Schmitt, who was among the standing on a mountain in the snow,” “The walk was pretty cool, and I for participating in the walk and learning walk’s participants. “It was moving to see the 6-year-old said. “And I saw a gray saw all of these re-enactors along the the history of the battle. the memorial there, and, as the wife of a machine gun and I dug three big pieces way who had set up little sites in some Lasting from Dec. 16, 1944, to Jan. service member, it was nice to see that the of a foxhole.”

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Stuttgart Headquarters and Headquarters USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office emergency management is one of eight installation “HSEEP is an all hazards approach — weather, Company, explored both a historic German S readiness goals outlined in the 2010-2017 Installation natural disasters, accidents [and] terrorists,” said Ray city and a special friendship between two nations tornado tears through Fort Leonard Management Command Campaign Plan. Graham, the Installation Force Protection Exercise during a trip to Augsburg Dec. 10. Wood and destroys 150 homes. Three According to the campaign plan, or strategy, team leader and former garrison commander. The Soldiers were guests of the “Amerika in AU.S. Soldiers are killed when their Army garrisons are tasked to “provide a safe and “We encourage garrisons to look at their most Augsburg Verein” (America in Augsburg society). UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashes northeast secure community through preparedness, response, dangerous and most likely threats,” he said. “We [America in Augsburg] would like to reflect of Mannheim. A gunman opens fire at Fort Hood, recovery and mitigation programs.” The seminar can not only improve how a on the American way of life and its influence on killing 13 and wounding 32. Augsburg, its residents and the post-World War II This includes conducting a full scale annual garrison conducts a training exercise, but also In each incident, the affected Army garrisons society,” said Georg Feurer, president of the America exercise to test a garrison’s ability to plan, prepare, focuses on group dynamics and cross-staff had to react at a moment’s notice. in Augsburg society. respond and recover from natural disasters and/or coordination, Graham added. “It’s as much team “You can never predict when a natural disaster American troops invaded the city on April 28, terrorist attacks. building as it is crisis management.” or emergency will occur, but you can be prepared,” 1945. In order to better prepare for USAG Stuttgart’s Trainers led discussions on command and Sixty years later to the day, Feuerer founded the said William Crane, the director of U.S. Army Stallion Shake force protection exercise to be held in control, incident command, logistics, finance, society, with support from city administration, in Garrison Stuttgart’s Directorate of Plans, Training, June, 51 garrison staff members and representatives medical and administrative responses. order to educate Augsburg’s residents and youth on Mobility and Security. from supporting organizations attended a Homeland The seminar included a table top exercise, with the American heritage. “That is why we plan and train for various Security Exercise and Evaluation Program seminar the students responding to a scenario that involved a At one time, approximately 30,000 Americans emergency management scenarios. We — both Dec. 15-16. helicopter crash in the Panzer Housing Area. called Augsburg home, living and working on three the garrison staff and our tenant units — must be The seminar provides the means for garrison “It’s a stressful environment,” Graham said able to react quickly and correctly when something commanders to schedule, plan, prepare and report of the exercise, “but people were saying the right military installations: Flak, Reese and Sheridan Soldiers from Headquarters, Headquarters Company, USAG Stuttgart, enjoy a Bavarian lunch in Augsburg happens,” he said. a garrison’s training status, lessons learned and things.” Kasernes. with Joe Ittner (far left), America in Augsburg society chairman, and Georg Feuerer (third from right), “In the beginning, the Americans came to Augs- America in Augsburg president, during their tour of the city Dec. 10. burg as part of the Allied forces to fight against Nazi Germany and as the occupying force,” Feuerer said. burg,” Feuerer said. “The American forces supported I’ve toured during my assignment overseas. It was “However, due to the constant effort of the American our achievements and made us what we are today.” interesting to see that there was not one-sided hatred iWatch: simple observation, single report can save lives government, the Soldiers received a political mis- The Stuttgart Soldiers’ trip began in the heart of between Germans and Americans after World War sion: the re-education of German society. Therefore, Augsburg’s downtown area. II,” he said. “A friendship grew between two nations By Susan Huseman reports, according to Self. throughout their 50-year tenure, they became partners Feuerer took the group on a visual journey of and formed a strong bond.” USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office “The more timely the information is and friends of the residents in Augsburg.” Augsburg’s past, including the Renaissance mansion HHC Commander Cpt. Timothy Mitchell pre- provided, the quicker we can confirm or he Army’s antiterrorism The society owns historical documents from post- of the Fugger family and the Basilica St. Ulrich and sented Ittner with a certificate of appreciation and a deny intent and, ultimately, make USAG program, iWATCH, allows World War II through the late 1990s, a significant Afra. Afterward, the group enjoyed a hearty Bavarian commander’s coin to thank him for the outing. Stuttgart a safer community,” he said. community members to era during which the U.S. Forces had a presence in “Brotzeit” (lunch). “It was an extraordinary experience to relive the T report behavior and activities that are Details to report Augsburg. The tour continued with a visit to Augsburg’s past and explore what post-World War II life was like in unusual or seem out of the ordinary. He added that the best way to “Augsburg remembers the Americans in a positive golden hall, located in city hall. The golden hall is a Augsburg,” Mitchell said. “The America in Augsburg way. Many of our residents still have this nostalgic ceremonial room and one of the most popular land- ensure a successful investigation is by society is compassionate in taking the time to restore The program provides “millions feeling when they talk about the American era in Augs- marks of the late Renaissance era in Germany. The reporting observations promptly with as and preserve history in order to show the interaction of new eyes and ears in the terrorism monumental room features rich golden decorations and much detail as possible. Details should between the U.S. Forces and Augsburg’s residents.” prevention effort,” according to Los several murals which illustrate “Sapienta” (wisdom) include: Later that day, the group visited Sheridan Kaserne Angeles Police Department officials, and portraits of German emperors, artists and master Graphic courtesy of U.S. Army • Date and time and a former warehouse, which holds the America in who developed the iWatch program builders of Augsburg’s town hall. iWatch Army is an antiterrorism program designed to educate military communities • Where incident occurred Augsburg historical collection, including coins, pho- in 2009. about behaviors and activities that may have a connection to terrorism. The In the afternoon, the Soldiers strolled through • What you witnessed tos, military vehicles, old post signs, books, furniture, Service members, civilians, program encourages community members to report suspicious behaviors. Augsburg’s quaint Christmas Market. • A description of who was involved While touring the city, Joe Ittner, chairman of the uniforms, military patches and insignias. contractors, and family members can community member to engage in self- • Vehicles left in no parking zones (sex, height, build, age, hair and skin America in Augsburg society, talked to the Soldiers “There are so many children and grandchildren of add tremendous value to the garrison’s in front of important buildings. color, language spoken) about Augsburg’s post-World War II history and his U.S. citizens who have been stationed in Augsburg. antiterrorism prevention and detection protection is by reporting suspicious • A person wearing clothes that are • Vehicle license plate number personal experiences with the U.S. forces. Since most of the military installations are closed, we capabilities, said Lt. Col. George Self, the persons, conditions or circumstances. too big and bulky and/or too hot for Back in 1947, Ittner started working for the are not able to show them the buildings or barracks U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Directorate How to report What should be reported the weather. American forces in Hohenbrunn (Munich district). where their parents or grandparents used to work. of Emergency Services director. To report suspicious activity in the iWatch encourages people to • Chemical smells or fumes He was part of the so-called “Industriepolizei” (in- Therefore, we would like to found a museum to dis- “The success of any community report: • Questions about sensitive Stuttgart military community, call the dustrial police), a unit composed of German civilians play at least some memorabilia,” Feuerer said. antiterrorism effort will always be • People drawing or measuring information such as building blueprints, Military Police at 430-5262/civ. 0711- who were appointed to safeguard and patrol military Currently, the historical society is working with directly proportional to the vigilance important buildings security plans or VIP travel schedules. 680-5262. installations of the U.S. forces in Germany, includ- the city administration to officially open an America and willingness of the members within • Strangers who ask questions about Military Police, the Criminal You can also go to the iWatch link ing officer housing areas, military warehouses and in Augsburg museum to showcase the collection. that community to be engaged in security forces or security procedures Investigation Division, force protection found on the USAG Stuttgart homepage commissaries. The HHC Soldiers enjoyed learning how Germans protecting themselves,” he said. • Unattended briefcases, backpacks specialists and host nation partners at www.stuttgart.army.mil and file an “We received three hot meals a day, and we were aim to preserve American history. Self said one of the best ways for a or packages stand ready to respond to iWATCH online report. treated very well. We had it so much better than mil- “This was a really inspiring visit. It’s impressive to lions of other people during this time,” Ittner said. see all the bonds that were carried over for so long during Ittner recalled the German/American fests and a historical friendship,” said Staff Sgt. Ronald White, warm contacts he had with the Americans. Follow us on Twitter! who works for the USAG Stuttgart Provost Marshall “The Americans were part of our everyday life here in Augsburg; we talked, laughed and celebrated Office. “Personally, I felt honored and touched.” From left: Georg Feuerer, president of the America Thanksgiving and Christmas together,” he said. “The To reciprocate the society’s hospitality, USAG in Augsburg historical society, points out features Americans mean a lot to me; they will always be Stuttgart is planning to invite members of the America of Augsburg’s Basilica St. Ulrich and Afra to close to my heart.” in Augsburg society to Stuttgart this year. Staff Sgt. William Webb, a military policeman Pfc. Savira Hinn, a military policeman assigned to “These outreach programs with host nation assigned to the USAG Stuttgart Headquarters, HHC, was surprised to hear Ittner talk about a posi- organizations are essential for the garrison. The Pick mail!up your Headquarters Company and Cpt. Timothy Mitchell, tive relationship between Germans and Americans America in Augsburg society does so much to honor HHC commander, during the HHC’s tour of the immediately following World War II. the American history in Germany, and we have to city with America in Augsburg Dec. 10. “Augsburg was one of the first German cities actively support that,” Mitchell said. The Citizen, January 13, 2011 Features Page 7 Homeland Security seminar helps to HSEEP: hone garrison emergency response By Susan Huseman Ensuring installation public safety, security and corrective action plans. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office emergency management is one of eight installation “HSEEP is an all hazards approach — weather, readiness goals outlined in the 2010-2017 Installation natural disasters, accidents [and] terrorists,” said Ray tornado tears through Fort Leonard Management Command Campaign Plan. Graham, the Installation Force Protection Exercise Wood and destroys 150 homes. Three According to the campaign plan, or strategy, team leader and former garrison commander. AU.S. Soldiers are killed when their Army garrisons are tasked to “provide a safe and “We encourage garrisons to look at their most UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashes northeast secure community through preparedness, response, dangerous and most likely threats,” he said. of Mannheim. A gunman opens fire at Fort Hood, recovery and mitigation programs.” The seminar can not only improve how a killing 13 and wounding 32. This includes conducting a full scale annual garrison conducts a training exercise, but also In each incident, the affected Army garrisons exercise to test a garrison’s ability to plan, prepare, focuses on group dynamics and cross-staff had to react at a moment’s notice. respond and recover from natural disasters and/or coordination, Graham added. “It’s as much team “You can never predict when a natural disaster terrorist attacks. building as it is crisis management.” or emergency will occur, but you can be prepared,” In order to better prepare for USAG Stuttgart’s Trainers led discussions on command and said William Crane, the director of U.S. Army Stallion Shake force protection exercise to be held in control, incident command, logistics, finance, Garrison Stuttgart’s Directorate of Plans, Training, June, 51 garrison staff members and representatives medical and administrative responses. Mobility and Security. from supporting organizations attended a Homeland The seminar included a table top exercise, with “That is why we plan and train for various Security Exercise and Evaluation Program seminar the students responding to a scenario that involved a emergency management scenarios. We — both Dec. 15-16. helicopter crash in the Panzer Housing Area. the garrison staff and our tenant units — must be The seminar provides the means for garrison “It’s a stressful environment,” Graham said able to react quickly and correctly when something commanders to schedule, plan, prepare and report of the exercise, “but people were saying the right happens,” he said. a garrison’s training status, lessons learned and things.” iWatch: simple observation, single report can save lives

By Susan Huseman reports, according to Self. USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office “The more timely the information is provided, the quicker we can confirm or he Army’s antiterrorism deny intent and, ultimately, make USAG program, iWATCH, allows Stuttgart a safer community,” he said. Tcommunity members to report behavior and activities that are Details to report unusual or seem out of the ordinary. He added that the best way to The program provides “millions ensure a successful investigation is by of new eyes and ears in the terrorism reporting observations promptly with as prevention effort,” according to Los much detail as possible. Details should Angeles Police Department officials, include: Graphic courtesy of U.S. Army who developed the iWatch program • Date and time iWatch Army is an antiterrorism program designed to educate military communities • Where incident occurred in 2009. about behaviors and activities that may have a connection to terrorism. The • What you witnessed Service members, civilians, program encourages community members to report suspicious behaviors. contractors, and family members can • A description of who was involved add tremendous value to the garrison’s community member to engage in self- • Vehicles left in no parking zones (sex, height, build, age, hair and skin antiterrorism prevention and detection protection is by reporting suspicious in front of important buildings. color, language spoken) capabilities, said Lt. Col. George Self, the persons, conditions or circumstances. • A person wearing clothes that are • Vehicle license plate number U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Directorate too big and bulky and/or too hot for How to report What should be reported the weather. of Emergency Services director. To report suspicious activity in the iWatch encourages people to • Chemical smells or fumes “The success of any community report: • Questions about sensitive Stuttgart military community, call the antiterrorism effort will always be • People drawing or measuring information such as building blueprints, Military Police at 430-5262/civ. 0711- directly proportional to the vigilance important buildings security plans or VIP travel schedules. 680-5262. and willingness of the members within • Strangers who ask questions about Military Police, the Criminal You can also go to the iWatch link that community to be engaged in security forces or security procedures Investigation Division, force protection found on the USAG Stuttgart homepage protecting themselves,” he said. • Unattended briefcases, backpacks specialists and host nation partners at www.stuttgart.army.mil and file an Self said one of the best ways for a or packages stand ready to respond to iWATCH online report. 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Estate claims household goods in the fire. ally, three community members placed in performances by the Commu- Anyone having any claims Community Bank will be in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart reveals what the commu- • The Panzer Main Store members and their spouses Awards, accolades the top three in the All Army Photography nity Gospel Choir and a recep- on or obligations to the estate will be offered every Thurs- open from 1-4 p.m., while that hard work and perseverance contrib- Contest in 2009 (awarded in 2010). will be closed Jan. 25. Several community members and nity is like. If we tion following the ceremony. of Terry L. Crawford of day from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Kelley and Panzer banks ute toward making a year remembered FMWR also earned several prizes • The Robinson Barracks organizations set the standard for excel- Trailboss Enterprises should the Panzer Chapel. While free will be open from 1:30-4 for its shining moments. for its theatrical productions. At the 2010 didn’t have vol- Holiday closures CX and furniture store will be lence by garnering top honors, in both contact the summary court child care is provided, dona- p.m. On Feb. 16, all Com- Organizations and individuals laid Installation Management Command- In observance of Martin closed Jan. 26 military and civilian sectors. unteers to do it, it officer, Chief Warrant Officer tions are recommended. munity Banks in the Stuttgart the groundwork for attaining goals, Europe Tournament of Plays, Stuttgart Luther King Jr. Day, many • The Patch Shoppette will For the first time, a noncommis- 2 Jeremy Smith, at 421-4218/ For more information, call footprint will be closed for evidenced by awards earned in the Theatre Center’s “Rabbit Hole” won Stuttgart military community be closed Jan. 27 between the sioned officer from USAG Stuttgart wouldn’t happen. civ. 0711-729-4218. mandatory training. European and worldwide arena. three awards. “Patchwork,” won seven, facilities, such as the Stuttgart hours of 6 a.m. and 2 p.m. Gas the U.S. Army Garrison Stutt- earned the title of Army NCO of the including Best Comedy and Best Di- Army Health Clinic, will be will still be available. High school educa- gart Religious Support Office at Scholarship oppor- New leaders Year. Staff Sgt. Christopher McDou- Laura Jean Davis rector (Barb Heidt). At the FMWR closed Jan. 17. It is advised to • The Panzer and Kelley 431-3079/civ. 07031-15-3079. Col. Carl D. Bird replaced Col. gall, assigned to USAG Stuttgart’s tional workshop tunities for students Command Festival of Arts Competi- ACS Volunteer Coordinator call ahead before visiting. Shoppette/Gas station, Panzer Richard M. Pastore as garrison com- Provost Marshall Office, became the A U.S. Africa Command- Scholarship ball • Department of Defense tion, “Man of La Mancha” received 10 All three Stuttgart com- Military Clothing Sales Store mander during a change of command Army’s “Best Warrior” Oct. 25. sponsored educational Delta Sigma Theta Soror- Dependents Schools seniors awards, including first place for musical missaries will be open normal and Panzer Car Care Center ity, Inc. Germany Alumnae are invited to apply for the ceremony July 19. Special Operations Many service members assigned to will be closed Jan. 27 until 1 workshop for students in Command Europe also had a change of director (Alan Buxkemper). hours Jan. 17. Chapter will host its annual Theta Rho International Chap- garrison tenant units were recognized ’ p.m., when they will reopen. grades seven through 12 will command in which Maj. Gen. Michael In addition, Dave Roach, formerly scholarship ball Feb. 12 at ter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity for their actions during deployments. Soldier Show apps be held Jan. 23 from 3-5 S. Repass assumed command from Maj. the manager of the Kelley Hotel and now ACAP events 6 p.m. in Armstrong’s Club, 2011 Col. Charles Young In early 2010, Capt. Erhan Bedes- p.m. at Patch High School. Gen. Frank J. Kisner July 26. The Stut- the Panzer Hotel manager, was named due by Jan. 18 The Army Career and located in the Vogelweh Memorial Scholarship. The tani received the 2009 Gen. Douglas The workshop features as- tgart Army Health Clinic; 1st Battalion, Lodging Hotel Manager of the Year. The U.S. Army Soldier Alumni Program will host a Housing Area in Kaiserslau- application deadline is Jan. 31. MacArthur Leadership Award for sistance with financial aid, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne); Show is still accepting nomi- Veterans Affairs benefits brief For more information, demonstrating duty and honor during New construction scholarships, portfolios, and tern. Attire is formal. For and 52nd Signal Battalion, among other nations for performers and Jan. 25 from 8 a.m. to noon. contact Stan Phillips at deployments to Afghanistan. In August, 2010 also realized the completion of selecting fields of study. tickets, contact Sharon Bell at units, also received new commanders. technicians for the 2011 show. ACAP will also host a [email protected] Master Sgt. Joe Dickinson, a Green Be- several major construction projects. For more information, civ. 0173-470-3976. Vocalists, dancers, musicians, Transition Assistance Program or civ. 0160-9070-3638, Volunteerism ret from the 1st Battalion, 10th Special The new Kelley Shoppette opened contact Juanita Harvin at specialty acts and lighting, workshop Feb. 1-3 from 8:30 ERMC call center or Bertram Williams at During a Volunteer Recognition Forces Group (Airborne), became the in March, offering 2,800 square feet of 421-4783/0711-729-4783 or audio, video, costuming and a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and an Inter- makes appointments [email protected]. Ceremony in April, community mem- American recipient of the Frederick groceries and four gas pumps. [email protected]. stage technicians can submit view Preparation seminar Feb. The new Europe Regional mil or civ. 0162-297-2529. bers were recognized for improving Award for his heroism and leadership Kelley Barracks also opened USAG packets to Installation Man- 11. The seminar is designed Law Center closed Medical Command Care Call • Applications for the the quality of life on and off post. In during deployments Stuttgart’s first Postal Service Center, a In July, 129 Soldiers in the 554th combined Army Post Office and com- Jan. 26 for training Center is now available to the 2011 Scholarships for Mili- 2009, 897 registered volunteers donated Stuttgart military community. tary Children program are 200,000 hours to the garrison, accord- Military Police Company received munity mail room, June 14. The Stuttgart Law Center Stokes Agency… The call center provides pri- available at all three Stuttgart ing to Laura Jean Davis, USAG Stut- Army Commendation Medals for their A new, $5 million Kelley Child De- will be closed Jan. 26 due to All Your Insurance Needs In One O ce mary care medical appoint- commissaries. Applications tgart ACS volunteer coordinator. actions during a deployment to Af- velopment Center opened Aug. 23. It is mandatory training. the first of four specially funded CDCs • Auto Insurance • American Companies ments over the phone must be turned in to a com- The volunteers’ work “describes and ghanistan from June 2009 through May missary by Feb. 22. kind of defines what the community is 2010; 14 Soldiers received the Bronze to be completed in Europe. • Renters Ins. • Financial Planning Free ice skating Hours of operation are The Stuttgart Com- 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday For more information, visit like,” she said. “If we didn’t have volun- Star for service; four received the Mili- “This facility represents the Army • All types of Life Insurance • Loans- Up to $10,000 munity Spouses Club and through Friday. The call www.militaryscholar.org. teers to do it, it wouldn’t happen.” tary Service Medal, and one received a Family Covenant’s commitment to … Stuttgart Military Community center is closed on weekends On Oct. 22-23, 2010, more than 400 Bronze Star and an Army Commenda- increasing the availability, quality and Kurmarkerstr. 30 Eishockey Club will sponsor and federal holidays. Send community-wide volunteers gave time and goods to local tion Medal with a V device. affordability of child care,” said Col. Carl 70569 Stuttgart -Vaihingen D. Bird, USAG Stuttgart commander. Tel: 0711-6873096 • E-mail: [email protected] a family ice skating night Jan. The ERMC Care Call Cen- announcements to stuttgart- charities for “Make a Difference Day.” In December, Sgt. Javier Rodriguez- 22 from 5:15-6:45 p.m. at ter can be reached by dialing [email protected]. Community members also give Torres, a cook assigned to Headquarters The Panzer Hotel officially opened financially: a total of $612,843.38 Support Company, 1/10th SFG(A), was its doors Dec. 15. The hotel has 218 was donated to the Combined Federal awarded the Bronze Star for courage rooms on seven floors. 'U3HWHUVRQ Campaign-Overseas during 2010. under fire while running a military From the physical bricks and mortar .7RZQ Prevent slips, trips and falls The community’s spirit of giving kitchen in Afghanistan. to the framework of military and civil- +HLGHOEHUJ View The Citizen archives at www.stuttgart.army.mil was vividly illustrated in November, The 1/10th SFG(A) Dining Facility ian leadership, the highlights of 2010 3WefZWf[UXad_ ZZZGUSHWHUVRQFRP Slips, trips and falls are among the main causes of accidents at work after a warehouse fire destroyed the on Panzer Kaserne was also awarded will serve as a model for newcomers, and at home. 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Dr. Erica Applezweig - Licensed American Psychologist • Use the handrail when walking on stairs. - TRICARE PREFERRED PROVIDER, also reimbursable for all other American insurance USAG Stuttgart - over 25 years experience, 15 with U.S. military community, including all adult DOD civilians - Bills in English and some evening hours available - Convenient downtown location - No medical referral necessary For further information, please call: 0711 - 184 - 7789 Corner Or email: [email protected] S FETY photos.com The Citizen, January 13, 2011 A YeAr in review Page 9 Military, civilian heroes con- 2010 deconstructed: tributed to last year’s successes By Brittany Carlson nizations and individuals joined forces rope and U.S. Army Europe 2010 Philip USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office to provide support. A. Connelly Awards Competition. [Volunteerism] “The way volunteers and people In the civilian arena, three community he year 2010 didn’t come with totally unrelated have pulled together members won honors in the Army-level describes and a blueprint for success. There ‘ to try do something is wonderful,” said Family and Morale, Welfare and Recre- Twere challenges; however, a Spc. Keenan O’Donnell, who lost his ation Arts and Crafts Contest. Addition- kind of defines look back at the highlights of last year household goods in the fire. ally, three community members placed in what the commu- in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart reveals Awards, accolades the top three in the All Army Photography that hard work and perseverance contrib- Contest in 2009 (awarded in 2010). Several community members and nity is like. If we ute toward making a year remembered FMWR also earned several prizes organizations set the standard for excel- for its shining moments. for its theatrical productions. At the 2010 didn’t have vol- lence by garnering top honors, in both Organizations and individuals laid Installation Management Command- military and civilian sectors. unteers to do it, it the groundwork for attaining goals, Europe Tournament of Plays, Stuttgart For the first time, a noncommis- evidenced by awards earned in the Theatre Center’s “Rabbit Hole” won sioned officer from USAG Stuttgart wouldn’t happen. European and worldwide arena. three awards. “Patchwork,” won seven, earned the title of Army NCO of the including Best Comedy and Best Di- New leaders Year. Staff Sgt. Christopher McDou- Laura Jean Davis rector (Barb Heidt). At the FMWR Col. Carl D. Bird replaced Col. gall, assigned to USAG Stuttgart’s Command Festival of Arts Competi- ACS Volunteer Coordinator Richard M. Pastore as garrison com- Provost Marshall Office, became the tion, “Man of La Mancha” received 10 mander during a change of command Army’s “Best Warrior” Oct. 25. awards, including first place for musical ceremony July 19. Special Operations Many service members assigned to director (Alan Buxkemper). Command Europe also had a change of garrison tenant units were recognized ’ In addition, Dave Roach, formerly command in which Maj. Gen. Michael for their actions during deployments. the manager of the Kelley Hotel and now S. Repass assumed command from Maj. In early 2010, Capt. Erhan Bedes- the Panzer Hotel manager, was named Gen. Frank J. Kisner July 26. The Stut- tani received the 2009 Gen. Douglas Lodging Hotel Manager of the Year. tgart Army Health Clinic; 1st Battalion, MacArthur Leadership Award for 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne); demonstrating duty and honor during New construction and 52nd Signal Battalion, among other deployments to Afghanistan. In August, 2010 also realized the completion of units, also received new commanders. Master Sgt. Joe Dickinson, a Green Be- several major construction projects. Volunteerism ret from the 1st Battalion, 10th Special The new Kelley Shoppette opened During a Volunteer Recognition Forces Group (Airborne), became the in March, offering 2,800 square feet of Ceremony in April, community mem- American recipient of the Frederick groceries and four gas pumps. bers were recognized for improving Award for his heroism and leadership Kelley Barracks also opened USAG the quality of life on and off post. In during deployments Stuttgart’s first Postal Service Center, a 2009, 897 registered volunteers donated In July, 129 Soldiers in the 554th combined Army Post Office and com- 200,000 hours to the garrison, accord- Military Police Company received munity mail room, June 14. ing to Laura Jean Davis, USAG Stut- Army Commendation Medals for their A new, $5 million Kelley Child De- tgart ACS volunteer coordinator. actions during a deployment to Af- velopment Center opened Aug. 23. It is The volunteers’ work “describes and ghanistan from June 2009 through May the first of four specially funded CDCs kind of defines what the community is 2010; 14 Soldiers received the Bronze to be completed in Europe. like,” she said. “If we didn’t have volun- Star for service; four received the Mili- “This facility represents the Army teers to do it, it wouldn’t happen.” tary Service Medal, and one received a Family Covenant’s commitment to … On Oct. 22-23, 2010, more than 400 Bronze Star and an Army Commenda- increasing the availability, quality and volunteers gave time and goods to local tion Medal with a V device. affordability of child care,” said Col. Carl charities for “Make a Difference Day.” In December, Sgt. Javier Rodriguez- D. Bird, USAG Stuttgart commander. Community members also give Torres, a cook assigned to Headquarters The Panzer Hotel officially opened financially: a total of $612,843.38 Support Company, 1/10th SFG(A), was its doors Dec. 15. The hotel has 218 was donated to the Combined Federal awarded the Bronze Star for courage rooms on seven floors. Campaign-Overseas during 2010. under fire while running a military From the physical bricks and mortar The community’s spirit of giving kitchen in Afghanistan. to the framework of military and civil- was vividly illustrated in November, The 1/10th SFG(A) Dining Facility ian leadership, the highlights of 2010 after a warehouse fire destroyed the on Panzer Kaserne was also awarded will serve as a model for newcomers, household goods of close to 120 com- first place for small garrisons in the and a monument to those who worked munity members Oct. 30. Many orga- Installation Management Command Eu- to make the community a better place.

photos.com Page 10 A YeAr in review The Citizen, January 13, 2011 The Citizen, January 13, 2011 A YeAr in review Page 11 Remembering 2010: The year in photos April 22 June 4 Dec. 5 July 17 Oct. 13 Oct. 22 USAG Stuttgart and USAG Stuttgart The Harlem German elementary graduates its Hundreds of The 208th USAG Stuttgart’s Staff Sgt. Christopher Globetrotters school students first class of community Financial McDougall wins the Department of the visit USAG gather to learn about students in members run a 5K Management Army’s Best Warrior Competition and Stuttgart during a natural science at the the new pre-K or half-marathon Company becomes the 2010 Army NCO of the Year. European tour garrison-sponsored program, Strong to honor fallen returns to of U.S. military Earth Day Expo. Beginnings. American heroes Stuttgart Susan Huseman Susan Huseman in the third after a year’s installations, annual Run to deployment playing an Remember. to Kuwait. exhibition Feb. 4 May 30 Martin Greeson Birgit Thompson game against the Following Washington a 12-month July 26 Oct. 1 Generals. The deployment in basketball Afghanistan, Maj. Gen. stars also the 554th Michael signed Military Police S. Repass autographs for Company receives fans. “Wardawgs” command Brittany Carlson return home of U.S. to USAG Special Susan Huseman Stuttgart, Operations Dec. 6 Three 1st Battalion, 10th Special where they Command Panzer Optometry Care opens in the Panzer Mall, Forces Group (Airborne), are welcomed Europe Brittany Carlson adjacent to the newly opened Panzer Optical Soldiers receive the Bronze by garrison from Maj. The USAG Stuttgart Religious Support Office’s Cancer Center, offering TRICARE Europe patients eye Star Medal for their heroic leaders and Gen. Frank Awareness Group and Equal Employment Opportunity exams, contact lens fittings and urgent care for actions in Afghanistan. family. J. Kisner. Office host “Run 4 Life,” a cancer awareness relay. ocular conditions without needing a referral. Larry Reilly Angeline Hoffmann Gertrude Zach

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Special Operations Command Europe celebrates its Col. Carl D. T h e G e r m a n A fire in a local 55th year in operation. SOCEUR started out with Bird III receives A m e r i c a n German warehouse 14 personnel and now has 250 service members in the garrison Women’s Club destroys the all service branches. colors from raises €112,000 at household goods Diane Devens, its annual Pfennig of more than 120 IMCOM-E Bazaar, setting a families in USAG Feb. 8 region director, new fundraising Stuttgart. In the and takes record. The money following months, Boy Scouts in USAG command of U.S. was later donated community members Stuttgart celebrate Martin Greeson Army Garrison to various German and organizations the 100th anniversary Miss America 2010, Caressa Stuttgart from and American provided support to Brittany Carlson of the Boy Scouts of Cameron, visits USAG Stuttgart. Col. Richard M. programs. affected families. America with a Scout Cameron had lunch with Pastore during USAG Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare Photo courtesy of Feuerwehr Schwieberdingen show, demonstrating students at several schools, a ceremony on and Recreation hosts its version of “Amazing skills such as Dutch visited Soldiers in the Warrior Panzer Kaserne. Race” for IMCOM-E’s “Get Fit Day.” Martin Greeson oven cooking, Transition Unit, and tried her Oct. 22 Nov. 15 navigation and hand at a simulated parachute The Panzer Hotel registers its first pioneering, and tent drop with help from Soldiers in guests. Several families moved in from pitching. the 1/10th SFG(A). July 20 Aug. 23 Sept. 27 Brittany Carlson the Swabian Inn on Patch Barracks, Soldiers in Stuttgart service which was in the process of closing. The the 554th MP members meet with Panzer Hotel officially opened with a March 8 May 6 Co. learn to German and French ribbon cutting ceremony on Dec. 15. snorkel as part soldiers during of Warrior Soldier Wasen. Adventure Quest, an FMWR program Carola Meusel Brittany Carlson designed to Susan Huseman More than 400 volunteers from USAG German and American students and organizations help Soldiers A $5 million Child Development Center opens Stuttgart pick up trash or donate goods to Susan Huseman give multicultural presentations during the first readjust after on Kelley Barracks, with 86 full-day care slots local charitable organizations for “Make a The new Kelley Shoppette opens. ever garrison-hosted Diversity Day. deployments. for children ages infant-kindergarten. Difference Day.” Brittany Carlson Carola Meusel Brittany Carlson Page 10 A YeAr in review The Citizen, January 13, 2011 The Citizen, January 13, 2011 A YeAr in review Page 11 Remembering 2010: The year in photos April 22 June 4 Dec. 5 July 17 Oct. 13 Oct. 22 USAG Stuttgart and USAG Stuttgart The Harlem German elementary graduates its Hundreds of The 208th USAG Stuttgart’s Staff Sgt. Christopher Globetrotters school students first class of community Financial McDougall wins the Department of the visit USAG gather to learn about students in members run a 5K Management Army’s Best Warrior Competition and Stuttgart during a natural science at the the new pre-K or half-marathon Company becomes the 2010 Army NCO of the Year. European tour garrison-sponsored program, Strong to honor fallen returns to of U.S. military Earth Day Expo. Beginnings. American heroes Stuttgart Susan Huseman Susan Huseman in the third after a year’s installations, annual Run to deployment playing an Remember. to Kuwait. exhibition Feb. 4 May 30 Martin Greeson Birgit Thompson game against the Following Washington a 12-month July 26 Oct. 1 Generals. The deployment in basketball Afghanistan, Maj. Gen. stars also the 554th Michael signed Military Police S. Repass autographs for Company receives fans. “Wardawgs” command Brittany Carlson return home of U.S. to USAG Special Susan Huseman Stuttgart, Operations Dec. 6 Three 1st Battalion, 10th Special where they Command Panzer Optometry Care opens in the Panzer Mall, Forces Group (Airborne), are welcomed Europe Brittany Carlson adjacent to the newly opened Panzer Optical Soldiers receive the Bronze by garrison from Maj. The USAG Stuttgart Religious Support Office’s Cancer Center, offering TRICARE Europe patients eye Star Medal for their heroic leaders and Gen. Frank Awareness Group and Equal Employment Opportunity exams, contact lens fittings and urgent care for actions in Afghanistan. family. J. Kisner. Office host “Run 4 Life,” a cancer awareness relay. ocular conditions without needing a referral. Larry Reilly Angeline Hoffmann Gertrude Zach

Jan. 21 May 13 July 19 Sept. 18 Oct. 22 Oct. 30

Special Operations Command Europe celebrates its Col. Carl D. T h e G e r m a n A fire in a local 55th year in operation. SOCEUR started out with Bird III receives A m e r i c a n German warehouse 14 personnel and now has 250 service members in the garrison Women’s Club destroys the all service branches. colors from raises €112,000 at household goods Diane Devens, its annual Pfennig of more than 120 IMCOM-E Bazaar, setting a families in USAG Feb. 8 region director, new fundraising Stuttgart. In the and takes record. The money following months, Boy Scouts in USAG command of U.S. was later donated community members Stuttgart celebrate Martin Greeson Army Garrison to various German and organizations the 100th anniversary Miss America 2010, Caressa Stuttgart from and American provided support to Brittany Carlson of the Boy Scouts of Cameron, visits USAG Stuttgart. Col. Richard M. programs. affected families. America with a Scout Cameron had lunch with Pastore during USAG Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare Photo courtesy of Feuerwehr Schwieberdingen show, demonstrating students at several schools, a ceremony on and Recreation hosts its version of “Amazing skills such as Dutch visited Soldiers in the Warrior Panzer Kaserne. Race” for IMCOM-E’s “Get Fit Day.” Martin Greeson oven cooking, Transition Unit, and tried her Oct. 22 Nov. 15 navigation and hand at a simulated parachute The Panzer Hotel registers its first pioneering, and tent drop with help from Soldiers in guests. Several families moved in from pitching. the 1/10th SFG(A). July 20 Aug. 23 Sept. 27 Brittany Carlson the Swabian Inn on Patch Barracks, Soldiers in Stuttgart service which was in the process of closing. The the 554th MP members meet with Panzer Hotel officially opened with a March 8 May 6 Co. learn to German and French ribbon cutting ceremony on Dec. 15. snorkel as part soldiers during of Warrior Soldier Wasen. Adventure Quest, an FMWR program Carola Meusel Brittany Carlson designed to Susan Huseman More than 400 volunteers from USAG German and American students and organizations help Soldiers A $5 million Child Development Center opens Stuttgart pick up trash or donate goods to Susan Huseman give multicultural presentations during the first readjust after on Kelley Barracks, with 86 full-day care slots local charitable organizations for “Make a The new Kelley Shoppette opens. ever garrison-hosted Diversity Day. deployments. for children ages infant-kindergarten. Difference Day.” Brittany Carlson Carola Meusel Brittany Carlson Page 12 A YeAr in review The Citizen, January 13, 2011 The Citizen, January 13, 2011 FeAtures Page 13 1/10th cooks turn up heat during Army competition Story & photos by Master Sgt. Sports in 2010 Donald Sparks Special Operations Command Europe Public Affairs Office Feb. 19-20 Feb. 14 March 4 ompetition can bring out The Patch High The Morale, Welfare and the best in Soldiers, Sail- School wrestling Recreation basketball team takes Cors, Airmen and Marines. team earns the EUCOM J6 team to school, Whether it is an intramural sport setting the Division I during the U.S. Army Garrison to claim the title as the best basketball, softball or flag football team, or at the title during the Stuttgart unit-level basketball international level, there are plenty of Department of championship, winning the examples of military personnel coming Defense Dependents game 53-36. together as a team, striving to win. Schools-Europe It’s no different outside the sports wrestling arena. championships in For two days in December, Army Susan Huseman Wiesbaden. cooks assigned to Headquarters Sup- Tony Seely Stuttgart Piranhas team captain Will Viana, 18, earns second port Company, 1st Battalion, 10th place in the men’s 100-meter Special Forces Group (Airborne), April 22 backstroke — one of seven medals competed at the Army level to win the — at the European Forces Swim “Super Bowl” of Army food service — USAG Stuttgart League Championships held in the Department of the Army Philip A. hosts the Armed the Netherlands. He holds 21 Connelly award. Forces Bowling individual EFSL records. With inspectors from the Depart- Susan Huseman ment of the Army and the Army Center Championships at for Excellence-Subsistence from Fort the Galaxy Bowling Lee, Va., watching their every move, and Entertainment the food service specialists hustled Center. May 14 May 22 Susan Huseman throughout the kitchen, slicing vegeta- bles, rolling dough, seasoning meat and placing the finishing touches on dishes Sgt. Gabriel Warwick, a food service specialist from the 554th Military Police Company and assigned to the Headquarters May 22 May 29 to be served to the Stuttgart community Support Company, 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), prepares stuffed pork chops at the Panzer Dining at lunchtime. Facility as Ron Conybeer, corporate executive chef and evaluator for the Philip A. Connelly competition, looks on. More than 80 martial “This team is dedicated,” said Sgt. a r t i s t s f r o m a c r o s s 1st Class Javier Gonzalez, Panzer Spc. Samuel Denn, Germany compete in the Dining Facility manager. “They are military policeman, Michael Abrams © 2010 Stars and Stripes USAG Stuttgart-hosted giving 120 percent of their dedication 554th Military European Military World The Patch High School girls’ soccer and pride in all areas of food service, Police Company, Championship Qualifier team celebrates winning the DoDDS- whether it’s ensuring a nice dining envi- enjoys his lunch tournament. Europe Div. I title after defeating ronment, placing work orders, complet- time meal prepared Brittany Carlson Heidelberg 2-1 in Ramstein. ing health inspections, ration ordering by the food service and control, or menu planning.” Thui Phelps The Special Operations specialists assigned Command Europe team Gonzalez supervises a staff of 11 to HSC, 1/10th The PHS baseball team beats Army cooks, including four food spe- Ramstein 10-9 during the wins the Commander’s May 28-29 A food service specialist assigned to HSC, SFG(A), at the Cup Golf Tournament cialists from the 554th Military Police 1/10th SFG(A), slices peppers to prepare Panzer Dining DoDDS-Europe Div. I baseball Company; one German cook and six championship, earning the division at the Stuttgart Golf PHS senior Julius for a meal at the Panzer DFAC. Facility. civilian kitchen attendants. On average, title after a perfect 22-0 season. Course for the second Johnson-Rich takes year running. the small dining team serves 150-175 “I was stationed at another location found in the civilian culinary world,” first in the 200- customers five days a week — amount- I ate my Thanks- in Germany before arriving here, and Gonzalez said. “For next year’s Con- meter dash during ing to more than 700 meals per month, this dining facility is by far the most nelly competition, we will refurbish the DoDDS-Europe to include unit field feeding. giving meal here excellent place I’ve eaten,” Denn said. and renovate our dining facility with October Track and Field ‘ Aug. 28 Competing in the Connelly compe- and it made not “The meals are always presented well upgraded equipment and provide a The PHS girls and boys cross Championships — tition is a big deal to the cooks, as they and the food is great. I ate my Thanks- better ambiance for diners.” country teams become DoDDS-E USAG Stuttgart hosts the one of three golds. have never finished in first place at the being at home giving meal here and it made not being He added that the renovation will Div. 1 champions. 2010 Annual European Chrystal Smith DA level. In 2008 they came close as at home much better.” have a Special Operations-centric Bodybuilding and runner-up in the Small Garrison catego- much better. Although the results were not what theme highlighting the unit’s heraldry. Susan Huseman Figure Championship. July 10 ry. As a result of winning first place in Spc. Samuel Denn they wanted, the cooks recognize they “Our operators deserve a place to dine the Small Garrison category for Europe MP, Panzer DFAC patron are elite in what they do and they must that will instill in them the warrior ethos,” Nov. 13 in 2010, the Panzer DFAC competed start over again to be ready for next Gonzalez said. “With these facility im- against six other small dining facilities year’s Connelly competition. Gonzalez provements and additional culinary skills, October Both the men’s throughout the rest of the Army. of us who cook here,” Gonzalez said. mentioned that the extraordinary support our team is confident we can compete for PHS and women’s Despite the team’s best effort, they “When my guys respond to people ask’- from his command, U.S. Special Opera- and win the DA Small Garrison Connelly Stuttgart fell short of their goal of being recog- ing where they work and what their job tions Command Europe, U.S. Army Gar- competition in 2011.” Joseph Mancy freshman Ajdin Stallions nized as the Army’s best, remaining a is, people say, ‘Oh, I hear that place has rison Stuttgart and U.S. Army Europe [Left] Morgan Tahirovic running teams finalist. But Gonzalez is still proud of some great food!’” enhanced the morale of his staff. Philip A. Connelly, past president of Mahlock, PHS becomes place first in their accomplishments, and especially A regular customer who eats at the With that kind of support, he feels the International Food Service Execu- Anja Kaczmarek sophomore, boys the U.S. Forces the support and praise he gets from his Panzer Dining Facility, Spc. Samuel obligated to give back to the commu- tives Association, was highly regarded The CYS Stuttgart Cowboys earned the Div. singles Europe Army chain of command and the Stuttgart Denn, a military policeman assigned nity and Soldiers they serve. as the driving force behind obtaining win the IMCOM-E Junior I girls’ title. European 10-Miler. community his cooks feed weekly. to the 554th Military Police Company, “We will be sending our cooks to IFSEA sponsorship for the Department Tackle Football title. Joseph Mancy champ. “The impact we have towards our gave particular praise for the presenta- the culinary arts schools and bringing of the Army’s recognition of excellence Joseph Mancy Jeremy Buddemeier unit and community means a lot to each tion and quality of the meals. them up to speed with additional skills in Army food service. The Citizen, January 13, 2011 FeAtures Page 13 1/10th cooks turn up heat during Army competition Story & photos by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks Special Operations Command Europe Public Affairs Office

ompetition can bring out the best in Soldiers, Sail- Cors, Airmen and Marines. Whether it is an intramural sport setting to claim the title as the best basketball, softball or flag football team, or at the international level, there are plenty of examples of military personnel coming together as a team, striving to win. It’s no different outside the sports arena. For two days in December, Army cooks assigned to Headquarters Sup- port Company, 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), competed at the Army level to win the “Super Bowl” of Army food service — the Department of the Army Philip A. Connelly award. With inspectors from the Depart- ment of the Army and the Army Center for Excellence-Subsistence from Fort Lee, Va., watching their every move, the food service specialists hustled throughout the kitchen, slicing vegeta- bles, rolling dough, seasoning meat and placing the finishing touches on dishes Sgt. Gabriel Warwick, a food service specialist from the 554th Military Police Company and assigned to the Headquarters to be served to the Stuttgart community Support Company, 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), prepares stuffed pork chops at the Panzer Dining at lunchtime. Facility as Ron Conybeer, corporate executive chef and evaluator for the Philip A. Connelly competition, looks on. “This team is dedicated,” said Sgt. 1st Class Javier Gonzalez, Panzer Spc. Samuel Denn, Dining Facility manager. “They are military policeman, giving 120 percent of their dedication 554th Military and pride in all areas of food service, Police Company, whether it’s ensuring a nice dining envi- enjoys his lunch ronment, placing work orders, complet- time meal prepared ing health inspections, ration ordering by the food service and control, or menu planning.” specialists assigned Gonzalez supervises a staff of 11 to HSC, 1/10th Army cooks, including four food spe- A food service specialist assigned to HSC, SFG(A), at the cialists from the 554th Military Police 1/10th SFG(A), slices peppers to prepare Panzer Dining Company; one German cook and six for a meal at the Panzer DFAC. Facility. civilian kitchen attendants. On average, the small dining team serves 150-175 “I was stationed at another location found in the civilian culinary world,” customers five days a week — amount- I ate my Thanks- in Germany before arriving here, and Gonzalez said. “For next year’s Con- ing to more than 700 meals per month, this dining facility is by far the most nelly competition, we will refurbish to include unit field feeding. ‘ giving meal here excellent place I’ve eaten,” Denn said. and renovate our dining facility with Competing in the Connelly compe- and it made not “The meals are always presented well upgraded equipment and provide a tition is a big deal to the cooks, as they and the food is great. I ate my Thanks- better ambiance for diners.” have never finished in first place at the being at home giving meal here and it made not being He added that the renovation will DA level. In 2008 they came close as at home much better.” have a Special Operations-centric runner-up in the Small Garrison catego- much better. Although the results were not what theme highlighting the unit’s heraldry. ry. As a result of winning first place in Spc. Samuel Denn they wanted, the cooks recognize they “Our operators deserve a place to dine the Small Garrison category for Europe MP, Panzer DFAC patron are elite in what they do and they must that will instill in them the warrior ethos,” in 2010, the Panzer DFAC competed start over again to be ready for next Gonzalez said. “With these facility im- against six other small dining facilities year’s Connelly competition. Gonzalez provements and additional culinary skills, throughout the rest of the Army. of us who cook here,” Gonzalez said. mentioned that the extraordinary support our team is confident we can compete for Despite the team’s best effort, they “When my guys respond to people ask’- from his command, U.S. Special Opera- and win the DA Small Garrison Connelly fell short of their goal of being recog- ing where they work and what their job tions Command Europe, U.S. Army Gar- competition in 2011.” nized as the Army’s best, remaining a is, people say, ‘Oh, I hear that place has rison Stuttgart and U.S. Army Europe finalist. But Gonzalez is still proud of some great food!’” enhanced the morale of his staff. Philip A. Connelly, past president of their accomplishments, and especially A regular customer who eats at the With that kind of support, he feels the International Food Service Execu- the support and praise he gets from his Panzer Dining Facility, Spc. Samuel obligated to give back to the commu- tives Association, was highly regarded chain of command and the Stuttgart Denn, a military policeman assigned nity and Soldiers they serve. as the driving force behind obtaining community his cooks feed weekly. to the 554th Military Police Company, “We will be sending our cooks to IFSEA sponsorship for the Department “The impact we have towards our gave particular praise for the presenta- the culinary arts schools and bringing of the Army’s recognition of excellence unit and community means a lot to each tion and quality of the meals. them up to speed with additional skills in Army food service. Page 14 Culture The Citizen, January 13, 2011 The Citizen, January 13, 2011 entertAinment Page 15 Magic, illusion unite at Stuttgart Varieté theater What’s happening in FMWR Coming to By Carola Meusel FMWR is hiring Club climbing is free, and equip- USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office A variety of regular and flexi- ment rental is $5 per person, per ses- Patch Theater ble positions are available through sion. Participants under 18 years old t the internationally acclaimed Varieté- the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart must be accompanied by an adult. Jan. 13 — Skyline (PG-13) 6 Theater (Variety Theater) in downtown Directorate for Family and Mo- For more information, call 431- p.m. AStuttgart, theatergoers can enjoy perfor- rale, Welfare and Recreation. 2774/civ. 0711-15-2774. Jan. 14 — Megamind (PG) 6 mances of magic, fantasy and illusion. For more information, stop by Watch NFL, win a TV p.m., Due Date (R) 9 p.m. “Varieté” stands for a impressive program com- the NAF HRO at the Civilian Per- Spend NFL Sundays at The Jan. 15 — Speed Racer (PG) 4 bining artistic and acrobatic performances with dance, sonnel Advisory Center in Building Backlot Bar in the Patch Commu- p.m., Megamind (PG) 7 p.m., Due music, magic and comedy. 2948 on Panzer Kaserne or call nity Club and get a chance to win Date (R) 9 p.m. “The purpose of a variety theater is to offer cul- 431-3119/civ. 07031-15-3119. Visit a free TV. Join us at 7 p.m. for free Jan. 16 — Speed Racer (PG) 2 ture and entertainment for everybody’s taste,” said http://cpolrhp.belvoir.army.mil/ chili dogs and the game. Check p.m., Megamind (PG) 4 p.m., Due Dorothee Belser, a spokesperson for the Friedrichsbau eur/employment/naf/index.htm for AFN for the most up-to-date game Date (R) 7 p.m. Varieté in Stuttgart. vacancy announcements. schedule at http://myafn.dodmedia. Jan. 17 — Due Date (R) 6 p.m. In Germany, Varieté theaters became popular in Galaxy Bowling offers osd.mil/ScheduleChart.aspx. Jan. 18 — Megamind (PG) 6 the late 19th century and peaked during the 1930s in For more information, call 430- military special p.m. larger cities throughout the country. 5433/civ. 0711-680-5433. Jan. 19 — Due Date (R) 6 The Galaxy Bowling and En- The Friedrichsbau Varieté in downtown Stuttgart Join Kindermusik class p.m. tertainment Center is now offering currently features a show called “Varieté Royal,” Kindermusik classes, designed Jan. 20 — Megamind (PG) 6 a bowling special for military per- which runs until Feb. 12. Performances are offered to teach musical skills to young p.m. sonnel: Buy a combo meal from Monday through Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 6 p.m. Faruk Sevinc children with their parents, are Jan. 21 — The Green Hornet Lionsgate and 10 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. any weekday offered at the Patch Hub through (PG-13) 6 p.m., For Colored Girls International artists perform at the Friedrichsbau Varieté in Stuttgart during the “Varieté Royal” (PG-13) 6 p.m. “This is just a wonderful and sparkling white and get a coupon for a free game Child, Youth and School Services. (R) 9 p.m. winter show, which runs through Feb. 12. The Varieté features multifaceted acts and live music by Jan. 25 — Morning Glory (PG- winter show. Fairies and mythical creatures are danc- of bowling and shoe rental. Classes are available for children Jan. 22 — Tooth Fairy (PG) 4 performers from around the world. For more information, call 13) 6 p.m. ing across the stage in white costumes and there is ages 6 months to 5 years. p.m., The Green Hornet (PG-13) 431-2575/civ. 07031-15-2575. Jan. 26 — For Colored Girls this special magical atmosphere,” Belser said. “The members can order meals from a special menu. Germany, featuring international stars such as For more information, or to reg- 7 p.m., Morning Glory (PG-13) 9 (R) 6 p.m. show meets its concept of creating a theatrical vision The “Varieté for Tea” program, which features Josephine Baker. Learn to rock climb ister, contact Parent Central Services p.m. between innocence and desire.” parts of the current show on Thursday afternoon with In 1944, the building was completely destroyed A new Rock Climbing Club is at 430-7480/civ. 0711-680-7480. Jan. 23 — Tooth Fairy (PG) 2 For more information, visit The “Varieté Royal” show features breathtaking coffee, tea and cake, is also available. in a bombing, leaving Stuttgart without a Varieté now meeting Wednesday from 5-7 p.m., The Green Hornet (PG-13) 4 p.m., For Colored Girls (R) 7 p.m. www.stuttgart.army.mil and click on acrobatic and artistic acts, to include an artist who A highlight of the Varieté theater is that the stage until 1994, when the Friedrichsbau Varieté opened p.m. and Thursday from 7:30–8:30 For MWR updates, e-mail Jan. 24 — The Green Hornet “Patch Movies.” juggles with her feet, and live music. extends out into the audience. its doors to the public. a.m. in the Panzer Fitness Center. [email protected]. “The winter show led me directly into a dream “Due to the seating arrangements in a varieté, the Today, the Stuttgart Varieté has regained its repu- world,” said a spectator at a recent Varieté Royal separation between the stage and the audience is taken tation as one of the best international Varieté theaters show. “I was fascinated with the multifaceted program away,” Belser explained. “Almost everybody has seen in Germany. and the artistic skills of the performing artists.” a magician or an acrobat on TV before. However, One of the artists is Rosiris Garrido, a dancer at the varieté, visitors will find themselves in front The Varieté will also feature a “Magic De Luxe” from Brazil, who performed an aerial dance number of the artists. They hear them breathe; this creates a show Feb. 18 through April 9, featuring Kevin James, called “PapieRock.” Garrido’s only tool is a hula special atmosphere.” a magic superstar from the U.S. hoop, and her costume paper skirt is designed to The Friedrichsbau Varieté Stuttgart was found- For more information, visit www.friedrichsbau.de. change during her show. ed in 1898 in an art nouveau building and was one Tickets can be purchased by calling 0711-225-7070 At each of the Varieté performances, audience of the most popular variety theaters throughout or online at [email protected].

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Register for CYS Services spring sports; volunteer coaches, officials also needed Registration for U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Child, Youth and School Services spring sports season, which includes soccer, baseball and softball, will run through Feb. 28. All interested participants must have a physical valid through June 7. Volunteer coaches and officials are also needed to support the CYS Services sports program. Instructor Steve Grinavic To register or to volunteer, visit Parent Maria Moline (in black and yellow) leads a Zumba demonstration demonstrates an exercise used in Central Services in Building 2347 on Patch during Fitness Day on Jan. 8 in the Panzer Mall. his TRX suspension training class. Barracks. For more information, call 430- Keeping fitness resolutions: USAG Stuttgart 7483/7480/civ. 0711-680-7483/7480. Ski with ODR Sports and Fitness Program ready to help U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Outdoor Story & photos by Susan Huseman Observers seemed to be a little hesitant to try Recreation will host several upcoming ski USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office the TRX suspension training system after watching trips. instructor Steve Grinavic perform a series of intimi- These include a trip to Lermoos, Austria, ith the holiday shopping season barely dating exercises using his body weight and the nylon on Jan. 29; Oberstdorf/Nebelhorn, Germany, over, a mall may be the last place webbing straps. on Feb. 5; and Liechtenstein on Feb. 12. For more information, or to sign up, call Wanyone wants to be on a Saturday “This is a total body workout and it’s fun. The 431-2774/civ. 07031-15-2774. afternoon. thing I love about TRX is that it is infinitely adapt- Yet on Jan. 8, the Panzer Mall was teeming with able to a person’s fitness level,” said Grinavic, who AFRICOM wins 2010 USAG people who were there not only to shop, but to work teaches a TRX class twice a week at the Patch Fit- out, thanks to a collaborative effort between the Army Stuttgart Commander’s Cup ness Center. Congratulations to U.S. Africa Command and Air Force Exchange Service and the U.S. Army Meanwhile, as a video of body builders and figure Garrison Stuttgart Sports and Fitness program. for winning the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart competitors flexing their muscles played on a flat . “We wanted to tap into the New Year’s resolu- 2010 Commander’s Cup screen TV, members of the Stuttgart Body Building AFRICOM personnel racked up 210 tion attitude that everyone has at the beginning of and Figure team fielded questions on workouts and points in a variety of unit sports events the year,” said Ricky Payton, the USAG Stuttgart nutrition. throughout the year to take the trophy from Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation acting “We’re here to promote the team, attract new U.S. European Command, this year’s runner- fitness coordinator. members and promote health and fitness,” said Travis up with 181 points. Payton said many people start the new year off Welborn, the team’s president. resolved to lose weight, get in shape or improve A few feet away, runners were able to get advice Patch Fitness Center hosts physical training test scores. on selecting the right running shoe for their foot types, aerobathon, kettlebell class “We want to show them some of the things USAG as staff members from the Stuttgart Physical Therapy Fitness enthusiasts are invited to partici- Stuttgart FMWR Sports and Fitness has to offer,” Clinic provided foot and gait screenings. pate in a six-hour aerobathon on Jan. 22 from he said. “The right shoe can prevent injuries,” said John 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Patch Fitness Center. The five-hour event gave community members who Tortorelli, the chief of the physical therapy clinic. The aerobathon is sponsored by U.S. might not ordinarily patronize the garrison’s fitness After receiving his analysis, runner Joe Puckett, Army Garrison Stuttgart Family and Morale, centers a chance to meet fitness experts and enthusiasts, who’d just come off of a four-month break because of Welfare and Recreation’s Sports and Fitness and take part in demonstrations and classes. an injury, found out he was doing everything right. program. From yoga to body building, the joint Fitness Day “My form is good, and I’m wearing the right Back-to-back workout sessions include provided something for almost everyone. shoes,” he said. spinning, body sculpting, kick boxing, zumba, Zumba instructor Maria Moline and several of Shoes aren’t the only way to prevent injuries. and yoga. A kettlebell training clinic will also be held from noon to 2 p.m. her students danced their way to fitness to upbeat Yoga can help to prevent injuries in other sports, For more information, call the Patch Fit- Latin music. according to yoga instructor Gabriele Evans, who ness Center at 430-7136/civ. 0711-680-7136. “It’s a workout first, but fun second,” said Fitness was on hand to promote the ancient physical and Day participant Rob Powell. Since March of last mental discipline. Night of the Stars, shoot-out year, Powell said he has lost 15 to 20 pounds, “just “It promotes flexibility, balance and core strength,” from Zumba.” contest to be held Jan. 21 she said. “It also improves your range of motion.” Night of the Stars, the U.S. Army Garrison Spin instructors were on hand to promote the gar- The fitness centers also provide massage therapy Stuttgart unit-level all-star basketball game, rison’s newest piece of fitness equipment: spin bikes services. will be held Jan. 21 at 6 p.m. in the Patch Fit- that tilt and lean, mimicking the feel of a road bike. “Massage helps sore muscles, and it’s a big stress ness Center gymnasium. “These bikes work your core [muscles]. They reliever,” said Oliver Stith, the USAG Stuttgart Sports During halftime, a three-point shooting build your upper and lower body,” said Heather Craw- and Fitness director. contest will be held. The contest is open to all ford, a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. U.S. ID cardholders 18 years of age and older. Tina Mathison, who is familiar with traditional spin For more information on the USAG Stuttgart Sign up at the Patch Fitness Center. bikes, tried out the new model and was hooked. Sports and Fitness Program, such as class schedules For more information, call 430-7136/civ. “The experience is totally different. You can feel and fitness center locations and hours of operation, 0711-680-7136. your upper body working ... I love it,” she said. visit www.stuttgartmwr.com. The Citizen, January 13, 2011 Page 17

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