Friday, June 6, 2014 Volume 7, Issue 22

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

Benelux news briefs SHAPE hosts Army Ball The U.S. Army Ball will be held June 28 to commemorate the 239th Army Birthday. Tickets available are limited. For more information, contact your unit representatives: - 39th Signal Battalion: DSN 366- 6283 or civilian 065-326283. - 650th MI Brigade: DSN 423- 4559 or civilian 065-444559. - Finance Office: DSN 423-8369 or civilian 065-448369. - AFN Benelux: DSN 423-3675 or civilian 065-448369. - AFNORTH Battalion: DSN 423- 4875/3656 or civilian 065- 444875/3656. - USAG Benelux: DSN 361-5587 - Northern Law Center: DSN 423-

5447 or civilian 065-448369. Nino Antonacci US Army Birthday events scheduled at Benelux U.S. Army Garrison Benelux has several events planned June 12 in the Building 30 auditorium on Caserne Daumerie to celebrate The June 6, 1944, edition of The New York Times announces the landing of allied armies on the beaches of Normandy, France. The invasion turned the tide of the war in Europe. the Army Birthday: At noon, go to the cake-cutting ceremony; at Trenches to Foxholes 2:30 p.m., attend the NCO induc- tion ceremony; and, at 4 p.m., show your support at the Better Normandy Invasion's D-Day Opportunities for Single Soldiers, or BOSS, recognition ceremony. commemorated this week The U.S. military will support many events in Normandy, France, this week to observe the 70th Table of Contents anniversary of the Normandy Invasion's Operation Overlord, whose "D-Day" was June 6, 1944.Cis Spook A webpage on the U.S. European Command website, http://www.eucom.mil/key-activities/ featured-events/d-day-june-6-1944, is devoted to D-Day observances and has an interactive News...... 1-10 presentation on its history as well as a schedule of D-Day commemorative events. Events & Happenings...... 11-13 Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower called the operation a crusade in which "we will accept nothing Community Roundup...... 14-15 less than full victory," the EUCOM website said. See page 3 June 6, 2014 FREEDOM 6 SENDS Army celebrates 239th birthday America’s Army: Our Profession by Lt. Gen. Donald Campbell I can think of no better backdrop for Commanding General, U.S. Army Europe this year’s Army Birthday than the 70th This month, the United States Army Anniversary of D-Day. The commemora- celebrates 239 years of deep commit- tive events taking place the first week ment, abiding patriotism and indomi- of June around the shores of Normandy table spirit. provide the perfect testament to our

On June 14, 1775 our nation’s lead- service and sacrifice to our nation and Rita Hoefnagels ers established the Continental Army, links all Soldiers -- past, present and beginning a rich heritage of success- future -- in the finest tradition of profes- fully defending our great country and sional military service. its citizens. The long history of the service and American Soldiers have fought in 10 sacrifice of our Soldiers is matched only wars, from the American Revolution by our civilians and families. I couldn’t through the Cold War, the Gulf War be prouder to serve with you in United and the current operations taking place States Army Europe. around the world. As our nation faces global uncertainty, Today, we celebrate the continued continued fiscal challenges and tough honor, loyalty and bravery of our Soldiers decisions, I look out into the ranks, and in this noble calling. there you stand -- Soldiers, civilians and families -- unwavering, ready and resil- Lt. Gen. Donald Campbell ient, in defense of our Nation and all As we look to the future, recognizing 'We truly are that it stands for: equality, opportunity the challenges it may pose, we know America’s Army: and freedom. America’s Army confronts each with the I want to personally thank our fami- same unsurpassed courage, selflessness A steadfast team lies for remaining a source of strength and dedication that has characterized and resilience; our civilians for their our history for 239 years. committed to steadfast dedication to the mission; We truly are America’s Army: A stead- and our Soldiers and veterans for their fast team committed to our profession. our profession.' determination to defend our nation in Happy Birthday! a time of persistent conflict. Strong Soldiers, Strong Teams!

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[2] June 6, 2014 Trenches to Foxholes This week in World War history (June 1 to 7) World War I World War II June 1, 1916 - The German army launches a major attack June 1, 1941 - German bombers attack Merseyside, Eng- on British lines in the Ypres Salient. land before dawn. June 3, 1916 - The National Defense Act authorizes a five- June 2, 1941 - Royal Air Force, or RAF, bombers conduct a year expansion of U.S. Army, but at the same time drastically raid in the Ruhr region of Germany. limits size and authority of U.S. War Department General Staff. June 3, 1941 - A German He 111 bomber encounters a June 4, 1916 - The Russians launch their Brusilov Offensive British de Havilland Dragon aircraft en route back to France against Austro-Hungary in Carpathia. and shoots it down. The aircraft turns out to be a civilian joy- June 6, 1918 - The first large-scale battle fought by Ameri- riding aircraft from St. Mary's island of the Isles of Scilly off can forces in World War I begins in Belleau Wood, northwest the tip of southwestern England, United Kingdom. The pilot of the Paris-to-Metz road. and all five passengers are killed. In late May June 4, 1944 - Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of 1918, the Normandy, France, is postponed due to weather. Meanwhile, third German RAF bombers strike German coastal fortifications along the offensive French coast. of the year June 6, 1944 - D-Day . Allied forces make their first land- penetrates ings on the beaches of Normandy as part of Operation the Western Neptune, the code name for the amphibious portion of Front to with- Operation Overlord. in 45 miles of Operation Overlord is a complex operation involving the Paris. U.S. land, sea and air forces of the United States, Britain, Canada forces under and other allies. Gen. John J. The Americans are assigned to land at Utah and Omaha Pershing help Beaches, the British at Sword and Gold Beaches, and Ca- halt the Ger- nadians at Juno Beach. man advance. The landings are preceded by a 1,200-plane airborne On June 6 Pershing orders a counteroffensive to drive the assault near Caen and north of Carentan. The initial goal Germans out of Belleau Wood. U.S. Marines are under attack is to capture Carentan, Isigny, Bayeux and Caen. The Ameri- by the four German divisions positioned in the woods and by cans, assigned to land at Utah and Omaha, are to cut off the end of the day suffer more than 1,000 casualties. the Cotentin Peninsula and capture the Cherbourg port Then-Gunnery Sgt. Ernest A. Janson — who was serving facilities. The British and the Canadians at Sword, Gold and under the name Charles Hoffman — repels an advance of 12 Juno beaches, are to capture Caen and form a front line German soldiers, killing two with his bayonet before the others from Caumont-l'Éventé to the southeast of Caen in order flee; for this action he becomes the first Marine to receive the to protect the American flank, while establishing airfields Medal of Honor in World War I. near Caen. For the next three weeks, the Marines, backed by U.S. Army The Allies fail to reach their goals for the first day but gain artillery, launch numerous attacks into the forested area, a foothold that they gradually expand capturing the port at but German Gen. Erich Ludendorff is determined to deny the Cherbourg June 26 and the city of Caen July 21. Americans a victory. Ludendorff continually brings up reinforce- Nearly 160,000 troops crossed the English Channel June ments, and the Germans attack the U.S. forces with machine 6, and by the end of August more than 3 million allied forces guns, artillery and gas. Finally, on June 26, the Americans are in France. prevail but at the cost of 9,777 casualties, including 1,811 In the months leading up to the invasion, the Allies con- killed. Many are buried in the nearby Aisne-Marne American duct Operation Bodyguard, a substantial military deception Cemetery. There is no clear information on the number of operation in order to convince the Germans that the inva- Germans killed, although 1,600 Germans were taken prisoner. sion would be in the Pas de Calais. The operation works as After the battle, the French renamed the wood "Bois de la the Germans focus their defensive efforts at Pas de Calais. Brigade de Marine" ("Wood of the Marine Brigade") in honor In the last few months before D-Day, the Allied air forces of the Marines' tenacity. The French government also later wreck the railways and bridges of northern France and achieve awarded the 4th Brigade the Croix de Guerre. An official Ger- the necessary weakening of German air-force strength in man report classified the Marines as "vigorous, self-confident, other parts of Europe. and remarkable marksmen..." The attacks included bombings of Chièvres Air Base from June 7, 1917 - The British detonate 1 million pounds of May 23 through 25 carried out by Royal Air Force Mitchells explosives under the Messines Ridge. For the previous 18 and Bostons. months, soldiers had worked to place the explosives in tun- "This week in World War history" is compiled from various nels under the German positions. sources by Keith Houin, USAG Benelux Public Affairs. [3] MayJune 22, 6, 2014 Trenches to Foxholes MEMORIAL DAY EUCOM participates in Epinal ceremony to remember, honor America's war dead Extending her arm so the American flag she carried was Epinal starting in autumn 1944 and the steadfast hearts, as high as she could lift it, a little girl stood by her mother both in America and abroad, who honor them. and father watching the presentation of the colors by the Epinal American Cemetery, which is actually located four U.S. European Command Color Guard at a Memorial Day miles southeast of Epinal, contains the graves of 5,255 of commemorative ceremony at Epinal American Cemetery America’s military dead, most of whom lost their lives in the in the village of Dinozé-Le Quéquement, France, May 25. campaigns across northeastern France to the Rhine River The color guard lent a joint military presence to an already and beyond into Germany, according to the American Battle solemn occasion. Monuments Commission website, http://www.abmc.gov/. Host-nation families are now afforded the opportunity to The cemetery was established in October 1944 by the adopt a service member's grave. 46th Quartermaster Graves Registration Company of the Brig. Gen. Kevin McNeely spoke to the assembly. McNeely U.S. Seventh Army as it drove northward from southern is the deputy of EUCOM Policy Strategy, Partnering and France through the Rhone Valley into Germany. The cemetery Capabilities Directorate. U.S. European Command has its became the repository for the fatalities in the bitter fighting headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany. McNeely talked about through the Heasbourg Gap during the winter of 1944-45, the sacrifices of the service members who were buried at according to the ABMC website.

(Clockwise from left) Members of the U.S. European Command Color Guard present the colors at a Memorial Day commemo- rative ceremony at Epinal American Cemetery, France, May 25.  Mistress of ceremonies Jocelyne Papelard Brescia of the American Overseas Memorial Day Association introduces the May 25 event’s guest speaker, Brig. Gen. Kevin McNeely.  The EUCOM Color Guard is a joint military team that added to the dignifi ed proceed- ings. (U.S. Army photos by Kathy Garrity-Cantwell) [4] June 6, 2014 Trenches to Foxholes (Clockwise from center photo) Near a freshly washed tank, Weston Graves says a few words at the ceremony.  Adjutant Pas- cal Pardon, 4ème Bataillon Logistique, 7ème Compagnie Matériel de Marche-en-Famenne; Lt. Gen. David R. Hogg; Brig. Gen. Thomas C. Graves; Commandant Marc Despeghel, representing the commander of the Hainaut Province military headquarters; lay a wreath.  At the front of the memorial, Vienna Morri- son of Girl Scout Troop 21A and John Morri- son of Boys Scouts of America Troop 325 pay tribute to the 12 American Soldiers.  Chris- tel Delahaye, president of the ‘Duty to Re- member’ Association in Monceau-Imbrechies and her sister Séverine thank Weston Graves and his fellow Scouts.  Lt. Gen. David R. Hogg, U.S. military representative to the NATO Military Committee, thanks the Bel- gian audience for their dedication.  Freddy Townsend and Weston Graves, both of BSA Troop 325 from SHAPE, refl ect on their work. Christel Delahaye; Weston Graves; Brig. Gen. Thomas C. Graves, executive offi cer2 to SACEUR; and Lt. Gen. David R. Hogg, U.S. military representative to the NATO Military Committee; unveil the new sign. (U.S. Army photos by Marie-Lise Baneton)

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Scouts clean up WWII memorial A June 1 rededication of the Me- few other Scouts from the Boys morial at Monceau-Imbrechies Scouts of America Troop 325 honored 12 American Soldiers from SHAPE and the Girl Scout who lost their lives during the of- Troop 21A from SHAPE went out fensive for the liberation of Bel- over spring break, and cleaned gium Sept. 2, 1944. The ceremo- and painted the 12 memorial ny was the fi nal step of Weston markers, sanded and painted the Graves' Eagle Scout project. information board, and planted The Eagle Scout Service Project fl owers. They built display boards is the opportunity for a Boy Scout to replace the old ones. Finally, to demonstrate leadership and they also installed the new infor- benefi t his community. mation, mowed and edged the In the context of his Eagle grass, pulled weeds and washed Scout's project, Weston and a the tank and artillery pieces. [5] June 6, 2014 Commissaries sponsor DeCA Healthy Lifestyle Festival The Schinnen and Chièvres commis- In conjunction with Chièvres Com- During this festival, the Schinnen saries will host a three-day weekend missary’s Healthy Lifestyle Festival, the Commissary will partner with military, promotional festival June 13, 14 and 15 U.S. Army Garrison Benelux will hold a industry to promote the campaign. dedicated to supporting nutrition and Health Lifestyle 5K run/walk June 13. The Schinnen commissary will have healthy lifestyles for military members, The run is also in collaboration with DOD an Outdoor Produce Farmers Market, retirees, and their families. Health Base Initiative, the Army’s Ready Sidewalk sales, exercise and fitness The Defense Commissary Agency, or and Resilient Campaign, Comprehensive demonstrations, summer-grilling dem- DeCA, campaign called "Your Healthy Soldier and Family Fitness, MEDCOM’s onstration and free food samples. Lifestyle: Eat Healthy, Shop Healthy, Be Performance Triad and DENTCOM’s Go Schinnen is sponsoring a healthy-food Healthy" runs from June 6 to July 6 and 1st Class Campaign (a multi-disciplinary plate-decorating contest for children is DeCA’s biggest sales event of the year. community approach). Run starts at 9 under 18 June 13 and 14. In partner- "This is the first of what will become an a.m. (Live AFN coverage.) ship with the USDA My Plate guidelines, annual festival that combines the best of Schinnen also has a run. A Father’s the commissary will provide a plate- the military community's efforts to help Day 3K Run with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place decorating opportunity for children to improve the health and wellness of service winners, will start June 15 at 11 a.m. design their own healthy plate in the members and their families," Darlene Sign up at the commissary entrance. “What’s On My Plate?” plate-design Coaxum of Chièvres Commissary said. Schinnen's themed event focuses contest. Bring your own plate design Chièvres will offer a farmers market, a upon “Living a healthier lifestyle for or design a plate at the “What’s On My sidewalk sale and a watermelon-eating the entire military family,” according Plate” booth. Winners will be announced contest as well as informational events. to grocery manager Stephen Settles. June 14 at 3 p.m.

(Clockwise from top) A display in the Schinnen Commissary draws attention to the Defense Com- missary Agency’s annual Healthy Lifestyle Festival.  Dominating the ‘What's on Your Plate’ dis- play is a cauliflower figure by store work leader Henriette Blokpoel, one of the members of the Schinnen Commissary staff who worked up examples to show children what is expected in the June 14 contest for chil- dren under 18. The contest is part of Schinnen’s celebration of the ‘Your Healthy Lifestyle: Eat Healthy, Shop Healthy, Be Healthy’ campaign.  An army of penguins by Schinnen store associate Ray Harris line up on a paper doily.  Two hedgehogs by Marianne Daasen, a vendor representative with ACOSTA & S&K, lay on a bed of greens. (DeCA photos by Stephen Settles) [6] June 6, 2014 Libraries have lots to offer In the spotlight “The SHAPE International and Chièvres libraries urge families to gallop, crawl, slither or fly to the library for Paws to Read!” according to librarian Linda Rothstein. Registration is already underway for the Paws to Read! Summer Reading Program, which kicks off July 1. During July and August, the libraries will host free Ben Dols activities that encourage and support a love of read- ing. Children and teens may also read or listen to the books of their choice, keep a log of their progress and earn prizes at the libraries. Younger children may read with an adult, and books can be in any language. Participants can report on the books they’ve read Job: Ben is the administrative officer for the Provost Marshal anytime the libraries are open. Participants who reach Office and guards contracting officer representative at U.S. their goals will win a Paws to Read! T-shirt and more. Army Garrison Benelux-Schinnen. In keeping with the Paws to Read! theme, participants Hobby: It's a hobby that got out of hand. Ben started 30 will also be invited to attend the library’s Pet Parade, years ago as a volunteer radio sports commentator at the local scheduled for Aug. 30 at the SHAPE Fest Tent. hospital. Why sports? Ben is crazy about it! After a few years From July 2 to Aug. 6, SHAPE International Library will with the hospital, regional broadcasting knocked at his door. hold weekly programs Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Ben is still active as a volunteer with them, and, for 25 years, From July 3 to Aug. 7, Chièvres Library will hold its he has been heard on his own weekly, live sports program. “Paws to Read!” activities Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Ben eventually got the chance to report live from large sporting Serious side to summer reading events like European handball, ice hockey and soccer. Since he Research has shown that reading over the summer was always present at important sports events in the region, prevents summer reading loss, according to Rothstein. officials from L1, the provincial broadcast, asked him to be “Studies indicate students who read recreationally a freelance TV and radio reporter for them. The highlight of outperformed those who don’t," she said. "Students his live reporting for L1 was his coverage of the European read more when they can choose materials based Cup duel between local soccer team Roda JC (Kerkrade) and on their own interests.” famous Italian AC Milano. Story Time Ben loves the perception and spontaneity when broadcasting Preschool Story Time, which meets Tuesdays at 4:15 live, and this is what he does best. Many hours of leave and p.m., will be held in SHAPE International Library’s leisure are used for it. He also accompanied the local youth reference room beginning June 10. Toddler Story ice-hockey team four times to Canada for television, and if you Time will continue to meet Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in ever been to Ben’s office you’ve seen the more than 50 pucks the library’s Children’s Room. Story Time is a year- from all kinds of international teams on display. ’round program. Asked if he wants to be a professional sportscaster, his “Every week, children enjoy stories, finger plays, answer is no! songs and lots of giggles,” according to Rothstein. “First of all, I like my jobob in Schinnen, and, secondly, it wouldn’t “Story Time helps children build confidence, learn so- be a hobby anymore!” he said. cialization skills and make friends while child-minders Hear Ben go bananas about sports: Visit https://www.youtube. get a chance to meet their peers. Story time is fun com/watch?v=-L8Bl2R6xps.R6xps. (Courtesy(Courtesy photphotoo) for everyone!” Do you want to be in the spotlight? Registration isn’t required, and Story Time is free. Do you or someonee you know have an interestininterestingg hobby?hobby? Coffee now available! Let us know at usarmy.benelux.imcom-europe.list.pao@[email protected]. The SHAPE Library now offers coffee for sale. Go InIn thee spotlight to the checkout desk for service, then grab a cup o’ InIn thehe spospotligtlightht Inn tthhe spoottlligight Joe and spend a pleasant hour or two in the library. Library hours at SHAPE are weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Library InIn thee spotlight hours at Chièvres are Tuesday through Friday from InIn ththee spotltlightight Inn thhee sppoottlligi ht noon to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Questions about either library? Call SHAPE Inter- InIn tthhe spotllightlight national Library at DSN 423-5631 or commercial IInn thethhe spotlightsppootlight 065-445631. You can contact the Chièvres Library by calling DSN 361-5767 or commercial 068-275767 Inn thhee spopotligght or check out the library’s website at http://chievres. armymwr.com/europe/chievres/. Inn the spo tligghtght InIn thee spotlligighhtt [7] June 6, 2014 , prepare to honor patron saints is the "big day" for Soignies, Program highlighted by the "Tour Saint-Vincent" and its June 7 historical . The age-old Tour Saint- Free concert by Antoine Chance at 8 p.m. Vincent dates back to 1262; the historical pro- and by Suarez at 9:30 p.m. on the square cession has displayed living scenes honoring St. bordering Rue Chanoine Scarmure. Vincent Madelgaire since 1921. Saint Vincent June 9 is considered the founder of Soignies and was - As of 4:15 a.m.: Tour Saint Vincent starting also the husband of Waudru of Mons. on Chaussée d'Enghien near the police station. Madelgaire entered into religious life under - From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Historical proces- the name of Vincent, and his virtues earned sion starting from the Chaussée d'Enghien. him to be honoured as a saint. Whit Monday is June 10 thus also a powerful moment during which a Fireworks at 10 p.m. community celebrates its roots. At 6 a.m., the Throughout the weekend great shrine is taken down from its upper chapel, Fair on the Place Verte and Place Van Zeeland. to the altar. The pilgrims set out with the holy relic, for an 11-kilometer long walk around the Though the Doudou officially starts June 13, festivities will city. Eighteen votive chapels line up the route. On the "Marais actually begin Wednesday night with live concerts in different Tillériaux" (on Chaussée de Braine), a priest pronounces the squares. St. George’s starts with a 6 a.m. recep- panegyric of St. Vincent -- which sings his praises, so to speak. tion after which he joins the clergy and civil authorities in the At the end of the Tour, an official ceremony gathers close to Collegiate Church where the shrine containing St. Waudru’s the Cense del Baille, on top of the "Chaussée d'Enghien," the relics is placed on the Golden Carriage (built in 1780 specifi- local authorities, the clergy and representatives of the St. Vin- cally for that purpose). cent's brotherhood as well as the procession committee. The On the carriage pulled by six Belgian draught horses stand procession then opens up a triumphal way to the holy relics. the head vicar of St. Waudru and eight to 10 choir boys. As A week later, the population of Mons will also honor its patron the procession proceeds through town, it stops five times to saint as the city will be hosting its annual "Ducasse de Mons" enable the vicar to recite one of the miracles performed by scheduled for June 11 to 22, consisting of the multisecular Pro- St. Waudru. cession of the Golden Carriage, the combat opposing St. George As the carriage returns to the church and reaches the steep to the dragon, and the International Festival of Military Bands. incline of the “Rampe Sainte Waudru,” it must ascend the The procession, departing from the Collegiate Church of St. slope without stopping. Legend has it that if it stops, the city Waudru is based on historical and religious traditions. The will suffer catastrophes during the coming year. The carriage Noble Chapter of the Lady Canons of St. Waudru had always failed to ascend without stopping prior to both world wars. venerated their patron saint, but events organized to honor St. George, by this time, is very close to the combat, which her reached a new dimension in 1349, when a plague dev- is by far the most noble and ceremonial event of the Ducasse. astated Mons. Very few changes have been made to the initial On Oct. 7, 1349, the head magistrate, Church 1380 scenario. St. George wears the same cos- authorities, Lady Canons and a large crowd left the tume – a yellow jacket, white pants and a helmet. city of Mons with shrines containing St. Waudru’s He carries the same weapons – a cavalry sword, relics and proceeded to Casteau. At a location a red-and-white lance and a pistol. near the present SHAPE headquarters, they were The roles too have remained the same over joined by the population of Soignies, who had time. The “Chinchins” are St. George’s allies. brought with them the relics of St. Vincent, the They are dressed in a framework costume made patron saint of Soignies and Waudru’s husband. of baskets, covered with calf skins. Their leader Both populations joined in imploring the saints. has a critical role as he brings St. George new The plague ceased and out of gratitude, the people lances despite the devil's repeated attacks. of Mons decided to organize a sumptuous proces- The “Men in White” animate the dragon. sion every year on Trinity Sunday – the first Sunday The dragon, called “Doudou,” is made of bamboo after Whitsunday (). Until the end of and basket material covered with bright green the 17th century, the Confraternity of St. George cloth. It is more than 9 meters long. During the performed a medieval play during the procession. entire combat, the dragon whips its tail around The re-enactment of “le Lumeçon” is the combat into the crowds. Spectators strive to grab some between St. George and the dragon. The term hair because they believe it will bring an entire “le Lumeçon” comes from the French word “le year of good fortune with it. As time has gone Limeçon,” which means "the spiral.": St. George on, though, this has become fairly dangerous and his horse move clockwise in the arena, and because of the strong flow of the crowd. the dragon moves counterclockwise, symbolizing For a complete program of the Doudou, check the confrontation between order and disorder. next week's issue of the Gazette. [8] June 6, 2014 community briefs - community briefs - community briefs Arts and Crafts Schinnen Play Morning SHAPE Arts and Crafts in Building 307 (same as library) The Play Morning event has moved from the Schinnen provides an array of craft classes and material for SHAPE Community Activity Center to the CYSS Building at JFC families. Arts and Crafts has framing, engraving, ceramics, Brunssum. Play Morning is held every Thursday from 10 pottery, quilting and many other craft classes and services to 11:30 a.m. and is open to all U.S. and NATO ID card available. Book a craft birthday party or order helium holders. Contact CYSS Parent Central Services at DSN balloons as well! Embrace your inner artist today and stop 364-3121/2023 or civilian +31 (0)45-5263121/2023. by to see what we have to offer! Contact ACS New Parent Support Program at DSN 360- For more information, stop by the Arts & Crafts Center 7335 or civilian +31(0)46-4437335. on SHAPE in Building 307, e-mail artsandcraftsshape@ gmail.com or call DSN 423-6049 or civilian 065-446049. Andrews Federal Credit Union Andrews Federal Credit Union has started charging $2 per Job opportunity transaction at the automated teller machine, or ATM, on Brussels: Do you have a spouse or adult family member SHAPE in Building 319. In the past, the fee had been waived who would like a paid position working in the garrison? The for all people who use the ATM, but, with the costs associated 3-Star Lounge and CYSS are looking for help. Send them with the new ATM, maintenance fees, and network fees, the this information and ask them to apply if they’re interested. change is deemed necessary. The fee will continue to be • 1. The 3-Star Lounge Needs Staff. waived for AFCU members. Only non-members who use the • a. Recreation Assistant: https://www.usajobs.gov/Get- ATM will incur the fee. A notification will be posted at the ATM. Job/ViewDetails/371312900 • b. Recreation Assistant (Facilities Operator): https:// Exceptional Family Member Program www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/371320000 The Benelux EFMP Coordinator is available by appointment • 2. The Brussels CYSS is Hiring Staff. only at the Schinnen ACS. Individual sessions can be arranged • a. Administrative Assistant (CYS): https://www.usajobs. by appointment. Assistance provided on updating EFMP gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/371312600 status and reassignments. Get answers to your questions • b. Child and Youth Program Assistant: https://www. regarding special education, Individual Education Plans usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/370966600 and general special needs information. Classes can be offered on topics such as ADHD/Autism, Social Skills for Paid internships with CYSS Asperger’s Syndrome, Demystifying the IEP process, and If you are a U.S. citizen between 15 and 18 years old, cur- Transitioning Families with Special Needs. rently attending high school, if you possess and maintain For more info call DSN 366-6898 or civilian 065-326898. a C grade-point average or better and are subject to the Upcoming dates visiting the Schinnen community are June satisfactory completion of local police background checks, 11 and July 9. you are eligible to apply for a paid internship with CYSS Sports & Fitness. CYSS will offer a paid internship for 12 COLA Survey continuous work weeks once all goals are met with 15-18 Volunteers are needed for the Cost of Living Allowance, or hours of work during school weeks and a maximum of 40 COLA, Suvey, for the SHAPE/Chièvres area only. The COLA hours during non school weeks. CPR training, first aid and system compares the cost differences between goods and child abuse prevention classes will be offered. If interested, services (excluding housing) purchased in an OCONUS area call CYSS at DSN 423-5611 or civilian 065-445611. to the price of goods and services purchased in CONUS. Sign up for Europe Army Ten-Miler Price comparisons determine the COLA amount needed to equalize purchasing power between an OCONUS-based USAG Bavaria will host the 2014 U.S. Forces Europe Army member and CONUS-based counterparts. Ten Miler Qualification Race June 28. This race will se- Volunteers are needed to complete the Retail Price Schedule, lect the best-qualified candidates to represent USAREUR which collects prices for approximately 120 goods and in the 2014 U.S. Army Ten Miler. For information and to services. Basically, five to seven service members (per register, go to http://grafenwoehr.armymwr.com/europe/ location) are needed to record prices for approximately grafenwoehr/grafenwoehr-events/us-forces-europe-10-miler- 120 goods and services throughout the local area. qualification-race/?eID=26210. Volunteers will be briefed on the price collection process SHAPE Players prior to beginning. SHAPE Players presents The Wizard of Oz. Performances Participation locations are SHAPE/Chièvres, Schinnen/ will run through June 8. For more information or to buy Brunssum, Volkel and Kleine Brogel. tickets, call DSN 423-3312 or civilian 065-443312, stop The results of this survey will directly affect the amount by the SHAPE Performing Arts Center, SHAPE, Building 207, of money service members will receive in regard to COLA. or visit http://www.shapeplayers.org. Call DSN 366-6874 or civilian 065-326874.

[9] June 6, 2014 community briefs - community briefs - community briefs Soccer Tournament stocked equipment -- buoyancy compensators, regulators, The German National Soccer Team at JFC Brunssum is fins, wetsuits, weights and masks – everything necessary organizing the 34th International Soccer Tournament to to dive. For those wondering if they might like to learn include a delegation, ladies, youngsters and oldies Cup, SCUBA, SSAC offers Try-Dives on Wednesdays. Courses Aug. 14 to 15. If you have a soccer team or if you are and training for NAUI certification are offered when there's interested in participating, call DSN 364-3022/2964 or enough interest. The club also organizes an annual Dive civilian 045-5273022/2964. and Dinner in Brussels at NEMO 33, the world’s deepest indoor pool. at http://www.shapesubaqua.com. Summer Theater Camp Registration is open for Summer Theater Camp at the Brussels Fitness Classes SHAPE Performing Arts Centre. This year's camp runs Yoga - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. and June 23 through July 26, and the production will be Willy Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Wonka. Cost is $400 per child. For more information, call Power Yoga - Tuesdays at 10 a.m. DSN 423-3312 or civilian 065-443312. Shred - Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Indoor Cycling - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. CYSS SHAPE For more information on those classes, call DSN 368-9667 Summer Camp - Registration is open for the Summer Camp or civilian 02-7179667. June 16 through Aug. 22. For more information, call Parent Central Services at DSN 423-6039/6099 or civilian 065- ACS job-skills classes in Brussels 446039/6099. Brussels Army Community Service - has several classes Laser Tag and Pizza trip - The trip will be May 28 from 4 to that are helpful in finding a job. 8 p.m. and is open to all CYSS-registered youth in seventh ACS Financial Readiness Workshop June 12, through 12th grade. Cost is $25 for laser tag and €15 ACS Resume-Writing Workshop June 17, and for pizza. For information, call DSN 423-6104 or civilian ACS Interview and Dress Workshops June 19 and Aug. 21. 065-446104. To register, call Parent Central Services at For more information on those classes, call DSN 368-9783 DSN 423-6039 or civilian 065-446039. or civilian 02-7179783. CYSS Brussels ACS teaches 'Scream-Free Parenting' Fall soccer - Registration is open through Aug. 29 for fall Brussels ACS - offers "Scream-Free Parenting" classes in a soccer, ages 3 to 15 years, with season starting Sept. six-part series June 25 as well as July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 8. Cost is $20 for ages 3 to 5 and $40 for ages 6 to 15. in the Army Community Service conference room in Building Fall cheerleading - Registration is open through Aug. 29 4-320 in the U.S. Army Garrison from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for ages 8 to 12 years with season starting Sept. 8. Cost For more information, call DSN 368-9783 or civilian 02- is $40. 7179783. Flag football - Registration is open through Aug. 29 for ages 10 to 15 years with seasons starting Sept. 8. Cost is $40. For more information, call DSN 368-9539/9651 or civilian 02-7179539/9651. SHAPE Sub Aqua Club SSAC is multinational and welcomes divers of all certifica- tions. All SHAPE members who are certified divers from any disciplines are welcome and encouraged to join. All non-certified SHAPE members interested in diving are welcome to join and take classes for certification. SSAC offers Try-Dives on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Annual club membership fee is €75 for an individual or €125 for a family, and it gives access to and use of the club’s well-

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Read about events near to Chièvres, SHAPE and Brussels. Choose from among events that are close to Through June 15 Brunssum and Schinnen (in the Netherlands unless • Cavalia in Brussels - Cavalia is a fresh mix of eques- otherwise indicated). trian and performing arts, multimedia and special June 6 to 8 effects, integrating acrobatics, dance, aerial stunts • Gourmet Market in Ahlen, Germany, at Wer- and live music. Visit http://www.cavalia.be/. seufer (along the river) is open June 6 from 5 Through June 29 to 11 p.m.; June 7 from 2 to 11 p.m. and June • Dinner in the Sky in 8 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Brussels provides a • La Feuillerie in Celles, , is the name and unique occasion to the site of a garden antiques-and-decorations discover Brussels’ fair held at on Rue de la Feuillerie. Learn how to high cuisine in the decorate your garden and “dig up” rare objects most extraordinary from more than 60 exhibitors (antique dealers, manner possible: second-hand goods dealers, sculptors, black- 22 guests and one smiths, artists). Open June 6 from noon to 6 ‘starred’ chef will p.m.; June 7 to 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Entry: share an unforget- €8; Children up to 14 have free admission. table gastronomic • Medieval Market in Etterbeek, Belgium, is held experience in the skies over the capital, enjoying an at Jubelpark. No admission fees. Open June 6 unparalleled view of Brussels and its surroundings from 4 to 10 p.m.; June 7 from 10 a.m. to 10 while delighting in rare dishes and fine wines. Visit p.m. and June 8 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

http://www.dinnerinthesky.be/. June 6 to 9 Photo Courtesy June 5 • “Lepeltje, Lepeltje” in Amersfoort is a culi- • Volksmarch in Ath for 5, 7, 10 kilometers. Departs nary and cultural festival held at Burgemeester from Rue de l'Abbaye at 9 a.m. Registration is €1. Brouwerplantsoen. The festival is free and open June 6 daily from noon to midnight. • Jogging in Stambruges for 7 km. Departs Rue de • Castle Festival in Brüggen, Germany, includes a l'Hippodrome 1 at 7 p.m. Registration starts at 6 p.m. flea and arts-and-crafts market as well as rides. Locker rooms and showers available. Participation fee • Jazz in Duketown in Den Bosch is an annual is €3. There will be a bar, a giant barbecue and music. jazz festival held at several stages in the center June 6 to 7 of town. All concerts are free! • Annual sales in Houdeng-Goegnies from 9 a.m. to 7 • Harbor Festival in Etten-Leur offers an annual p.m. on Rue Léon Duray, on Place de Goegnies and market, old crafts, street theater and lots more in the center. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6 to 8 • Trend & Tradition for Home & Garden Fair in • Tournai en fête on Tour- Zeist has a unique mixture of classic, chic and nai's Grand'Place Friday trendy designs. The fair is held in the gardens from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. of Castle Zeist, Zinzendorflaan 1. Open from 10 and in the Parc Communal a.m. to 6 p.m. Entry: €15; children (12-16) €8; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 and younger have free admission. midnight and Sunday from June 7 3 to 11 p.m. Program: free • Sheep Shearers Fest in Exloo in the center of concerts, , the town is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Host Nation Events & Happenings Host Nation Events shows and entertainment. • Art and Antique Market in Haarlem is held at June 6 to 14 Op de Dreef in the center of town and will be • Brussels Film Festival - open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Brussels Film Festival • Antiques and Curiosa Market in Heusden is held invites you to discover a at Burchtplein 5 in the beautiful fortified city. selection of international June 7, 14, 21 and 28 films. Find more information at http://www.brff.be/en/. • Antique and Curiosa Market in Roermond, held June 7 to 8 at Kloosterwandplein from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., is • La Cambre Fashion Show in Brussels is an annual small but attractive. fashion show starring the young designers of the June 7 to 8 fashion school of La Cambre. Two hours of magical • Year Market in Tilburg is an annual market held sights with a succession of original designs, just like overnight throughout the center of town. Opens the Parisian shows. Discover a new generation of Brus- June 7 at 9 p.m. and closes June 8 at 5 p.m. sels' creativity. Visit http://www.lacambremode.com/. [11] June 6, 2014

June 7 to 8 June 7 to 8 • Volksmarch in Thuin for 4, 6, 12, 20, 30 kilometers. • Medieval Festival in Diest, Belgium, is filled Departs on Drève des Alliés from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a living-history encampment, archery and • Heli days in Enghien - Meeting of remote controlled old crafts at Groene Parking Domein Halve Maan helicopters from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Chemin de Wat- on Omer Vanoudenhovelaan. No admission fees. tines. Participation is free. Open both days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 7 to 10 June 7 to 9 • Pentecost weekend in Soignies - Check page 8 for • Flachsmarkt in Krefeld, Germany, is held around more information about the festivities and a com- Castle Linn. It's Germany’s largest historical Arts plete program. and Crafts Market. Open June 7 to 8 from 10 June 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and June 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 • Volksmarch in Cambron Saint-Vincent for 5 and 13 p.m.. Entry: €6; children (6-15) €2. kilometers. Departs on the Place de Cambron from • Pinkpop Festival in Landgraaf is the Netherlands’ 8 to 11 a.m. Participation fee is €2. most famous open-air music festival. • Volksmarch in Casteau for 5, 10, 15, 20 km. Departs • International Flea and Antiques Market in Maa- on Rue de Lens 70/78 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. seik, Belgium, is held at Market Square. Open June 9 each day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Volksmarch in Solre-sur-Sambre for 5, 10, 20 km. • Garden Fair in Midwoud is held at the De Knap Departs on Rue Pont Bara 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Estate at Tripkouw 2. Open daily from 10 a.m. to Ongoing 6 p.m. Entry: €5; children 12 and younger – free. • Medieval Festival in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Ger- Through June 9 many, is at Castle Broich. Open June 7 from 1 to • Millenium International Film Festival in Brussels - 11 p.m., June 8 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and June The Millenium Festival will screen documentary films 9 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Entry: €12; children €6. from all around the world. Get more information at June 8 http://www.brusselslife.be/en/article/millenium- • Antiques Market in Valkenburg at Theodoor international-documentary-film-festival. Dorrenplein is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Through June 12 June 8 to 9 • Musical spring in Silly - Series of concerts at the • Medieval Festival in Doetinchem is held around Château de Morval on Rue de Morval 10. Concerts Castle De Kelder at Kelderlaan 11. The festival are Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 8 to is open both days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 p.m. Price ranges from €5 to €25 or €120 for entry is €7; children (ages 4 to 12) €5. all concerts. Find more information at http://www. • Art Market in Herten, Germany, is held around printempsmusicalsilly.be. Castle Herten from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Through December 24 • Medieval Festival in Hoensbroek at Castle Hoens- • Exhibition Regards croisés sur la Guerre 14-18 broek on Klinkertstraat 18 is open from 11 a.m. (crossed perspectives on WWI) in Ath on Rue de to 5:30 p.m. Tickets: €12.50; children €10. Pintamont 18 Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. • Ribs & Blues in Raalte at Domineeskamp is to 5 p.m. and on the weekend from 2 to 6 p.m. the largest (free) blues-and-roots festival in the Through April 26, 2015 Netherlands. Visit http://ribsenblues.nl/english/. • Expo 14-18: It's our • Pure Pinksterfair in Vaassen -- held at and around history in Brussels Castle Cannenburch at Maarten van Rossumplein - At the Royal Army 4 -- has a theme of Nature, Garden and Culture, Museum on Parc du

Host Nation Events & Happenings Host Nation Events but you’ll also see medieval knights! Open both Cinquantenaire 3, days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entry: €7.50; children daily from 9 a.m. 12 and younger – free admission. to noon and from 1 June 9 to 4:45 p.m. except • Limburg Asparagus Festival in Sweikhuizen is Mondays. Entrance held at Partycentrum Raevenhuis, Bergstraat fee is €12 and €8 80, from 1 to 6 p.m. for children 6 to 18. June 11 to 15 Family package is • Blooming Home & Garden in Bennekom is held €32 (two adults on the grounds of Castle Hoekelum. Open June plus two children). 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and June 12 to 15 See also Belgian from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Entry: €12.50; Children rail day-trip spe- 12 and younger – free admission. cials at www.bel- gianrail.be. [12] June 6, 2014 SHAPE Trips & Tours For information on the trips below, Upcoming trips call DSN 423-3884 or civilian 065-443884 SHAPE Trips & Tours German Castle Day June 14 - The tour group will be visiting two castles in one day. The day will begin at the famous Burg Eltz Castle • London, June 21 (Rick Steve’s favorite Castle in Germany!) nestled in the Eltzer For- • Stonehenge with Salisbury, June 28 est. You have an opportunity to tour this beautiful castle and learn • 7 Night Mediterranean Cruise, July about over 850 years of history. For lunch, you will choose one of the 4 to 11 many authentic restaurants on the Moselle Promenade and enjoy • Efteling theme park, July 12 some free time in the beautiful town of Cochem. The tour group will • Prague, July 18-21 fi nish their day at Cochem Castle with a guided tour and a chance to • Amsterdam, July 26 take in the view from 350 feet above the Moselle River. Tour price: • Paris, Aug. 2 Adults €80, children ages 6 to 17 €75, children ages infant to 5 • Disneyland Paris, Aug. 8 €65. Departs SHAPE at 5:30 a.m./Departs Brussels at 6:45 a.m.; • London, Aug. 15 to 17 Returns to Brussels at 10 p.m./Returns to SHAPE at 11 p.m. • Peru, Oct. 24 - Nov. 3

Schinnen Trips & Tours Schinnen Trips and Tours Archive Photos For information on the trips below • Express trip to call DSN 360-7561 or civilian London, 0031-(0)46-4437561 July 19 • Dutch Day Berlin Express June 28 - Coach departs Schinnen June 27 at Trip to Alkmaar, Volendam and Zaanse 10 p.m. Arrival in Berlin June 28 at approximately 8 a.m. You Schans, Aug. 1 will have a minimum of 10 hours of free time to explore one of • Miami Dolphins vs. Oakland Raiders the capitals of the world -- home of the world-famous Pergamon in London, Sept. 27 to 29 Museum fi lled with colossal antiquities. Coach will depart June • Cowboys vs. Jaguars in London, Nov. 28 at 9 p.m. Arrival back in Schinnen June 29 at approximately 8 to 10 7 a.m. Price: $89 per person. Included in tour price: round-trip coach transportation. Not included: expenses of personal na- ture. SHAPE Travel Group

• Alkmaar Cheese Photo Courtesy Market and Haarlem, Aug. 29 Events & Happenings Events SHAPE Travel Group • Newbury and the For information on the trip below Highclere Castle, call civilian 0486-565371 Sept. 9 • Luxembourg Castles, Sept. 26 Travel Group members are available Wednesdays and Fridays from • Wine Tour by the 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the foyer of the SHAPE Library in Building 307. Mosel River, Sept. 30 • A Day in Rotterdam, Oct. 7 Atlantic Wall Museum and Flanders Field, Aug. 19 - August marks • Best of Belgium, Oct. 14 the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World War I. In order to • Amsterdam, Oct. 21 commemorate the centenary of the war, the SHAPE Travel Group will • Canterbury, Nov. 12 take you on a remembrance trip to Oostende and Ypres. First stop • Bastogne, Nov. 17 will be at the Atlantic Wall Museum in Oostende where we will have • Cologne Christmas Market, Nov. 25 time to walk around and learn the importance of the modern for- • Leeds Castle and Dickens Christmas tifications from World War I and World War II. After Oostende, the Festival, Dec. 6 tour group will travel to Ypres. In Ypres, they will visit the ‘In Flanders • Paris Lights and Moulin Rouge, Dec. 9 Field’ Museum, have time to have a nice dinner and end the trip with • Strasbourg Christmas Market, Dec. 16 the Last Post at Menin Gate. Tour Price: €40.

[13] June 6, 2014 MARK YOUR CALENDAR BRUNSSUM/SCHINNEN COMMUNITY June 10 • Basic Saving, Investing & TSP – Most people want to achieve financial security. Although how “financial security” is defined will differ from person to person, one thing is true for all – saving and investing are key to building wealth and achieving financial success. The Army Community Service Financial Readiness Program offers this seminar in the ACS conference room in Building 39 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To register, contact commercial +31 (0)46-4437450/7500 or DSN 360-7450/7500. June 10 • Scream-Free Parenting –This workshop through the Family Advocacy/Victim Advocate Program provides effective parenting tools and guidance on parenting techniques to improve your relationship with your child. Bring your own lunch to this informative session, which will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Army Community Service, or ACS, Conference Room, Schinnen. For more information, contact ACS at DSN 360-7500 or commercial +31 (0) 46-4437500. June 11 • Ten Steps to a Federal Job – Get an overview of the start-to-finish process of the U.S. federal job search from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the ACS Conference Room. Learn the ‘Ten Steps’ of applying for a job including exploring the different agencies, and occupational codes, analyzing job announcements, understanding USAJobs, writing effective resumes, answering questionnaires, and much more! For information or to register please call DSN 360-7269/7500 or comm. +31 (0)46-4437269/7500. Register now June 24 through Aug. 5 • USAG Benelux-Schinnen Summer Basketball Camp - This summer basketball camp for high-school students, grades 9 through 12, meets at the Schinnen Fitness Center for practice every Tuesday beginning June 24 at 5 p.m. Both boys and girls will be given the opportunity to practice their shooting, passing, rebounds and free-throw skills during the camp. For more information, contact the Schinnen Fitness Center at DSN 360- 7561, commercial +31 (0) 46-4437561 or send an email message to USArmy.Schinnen.IMCOM-Europe.List. [email protected]. SHAPE/CHIEVRES COMMUNITY June 16 to Aug. 22 • CYS Services Summer Camp for kindergarten to eighth grade offers parents a solution to the age- old summer statement, "I'm bored!" For details, call Parent Central Services at DSN 423-6039/6099 or civilian 065-446039/6099. July 2

Community Roundup • Summer social - The Benelux Education Center will be hosting a social July 2 from noon to 2 p.m. in Building 212 (same as Army Finance) on SHAPE to highlight partner schools and the programs they offer. BRUSSELS COMMUNITY June 9 • Closed Monday - Due to staffing shortages, the USAG Benelux-Brussels Army Community Service Office will be closed June 9. The Army Post Office will be closed for mandatory training at 1:30 p.m. and reopen after the training at 3:30 p.m. June 11 • Newcomers briefing and host-nation orientation - U.S. Army Garrison Benelux-Brussels holds its monthly newcomers briefing and host-nation orientation at 9 a.m. Receive a welcome from the deputy garrison manager as well as the Brussels site briefing. You'll also learn a little about local customs and basic French and Flemish. The follow-up session includes guided tours of a supermarket and the local hospital. Contact Army Community Service at DSN 368-9783 or civilian 02-7179783. June 12 • ACS Financial Readiness Workshop - Get the skills you need to be financially solvent and prosperous. Contact Army Community Service at DSN 368-9783 or civilian 02-7179783.

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Movie schedule at the SHAPE Cinema Rates — 2D movies: adults €7 and children 11 and under €4. 3D movies: adults €9 and children 11 and under €6. Movies are subject to change. Check http://www.shape2day.com/cinema/march-movie-schedule.aspx for updates. June 6 4 p.m. Malefi cent 3D PG 97 min 6:30 p.m. X-Men Days of Future Past 3D PG-13 130 min 9 p.m. A Million Ways to Die in the West R 100 min June 7 4 p.m. Million Dollar Arm PG 120 min 7 p.m. Godzilla 3D PG-13 123 min 10 p.m. A Haunted House 2 R 86 min June 8 3 p.m. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 PG-13 142 min 6:30 p.m. Blended PG-13 117 min June 11 4 p.m. Rio 3D G 101 min 6:30 p.m. Malefi cent 3D PG 97 min Theaters near SHAPE/Chièvres that play movies in English: Only the British or American movies listed as VO (Version Originale or Originele Versie) will be in English. Plaza Art - Rue de Nimy 12, 7000 Mons (next to the main square). Check the schedule at: http://plaza-art.be/index. cgi?p=Grille. ImagiBraine - Boulevard de France, 1420 Braine l‘Alleud Check the schedule and purchase your tickets at : http://kinepolis.be/nl/bioscopen/kinepolis-imagibraine. Kinepolis - Boulevard du Centenaire 20, 1020 Bruxelles. Check the schedule at http://kinepolis.be/fr/cinemas/ kinepolis-bruxelles.

Movie schedule at the JFC HQ Alliance Theater Adult admission is €5 (ages 12 and older) - Child admission is €3 (ages 11 and under). Check http://www. shopmyexchange.com/ReelTimeTheatres/Movies-Brunssum.htm. June 6 7 p.m A Haunted House 2 R 86 min June 7 4 p.m. Malefi cent 3D PG 97 min 7 p.m. A Million Ways to Die in the West R 110 min June 13 No movie will be shown because of the AFNORTH graduation. Community Roundup

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