U.S. Army Garrison Bamberg www.bamberg.army.mil/mwr
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February 2011 Family and MWR
Ski and Spa Trips and City Tours with Outdoor Recreation Let your voice be heard! AFAP Conference Feb.22-24 at Warner Conference Center See Cabaret at Stable Theater March 10-20 Save Money at the MWR Strip Yard in February
Be Mine! Valentine’s Day ideas from CAC and the Library
Super Bowl Party at CAC, Feb. 6, 10 p.m.
Pet Expo at Library 23 February, 2-4 p.m.
Masquerade Ball at JFK Youth Center, Feb. 25
Chili Cook Off at CAC 23 February, 12 p.m.
Fitness Classses at Freedom Fitness Facility
Mardi Grass Parade Feb. 25, 4 p.m. at Memorial Park followed by a party at Birchview Lanes Bowling Center
Sweet Heart Dinner Surf and Turf at Warner Conference Center, Feb. 11, 6 p.m.
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Family and MWR programs provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with special needs. For assistance contact the facility manager prior to your visit
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Sexual Assault Prevention is Everybody’s Business. Contact Army Community Service at DSN 469-7777
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CABARET Thu, Fri, Sat, March 10, 11, 12 and March 17, 18, and 19 at 7:30 p.m. Sun. March 13 and 20 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for students and Soldiers E4 and below if reserved in advance; $11/$9 at the door. Call (0951) 300 8647
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See CABARET
Thu March 10-13 and 17-20, 7:30/5:30 p.m. at Stable Theater Don’t miss the legendary Broadway hit Kander and Ebb at the Stable Theater in March. There are three stories of love and intrigue set in the early 1930’s amid Berlin’s flamboyant cabaret scene, superimposed against the surging Nazi rise to power. The show contains mature material and sexual themes. Show runs March 10 - 12 and March 17 - 19 at 7:30 p.m., and March 13 and 20 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for students and Soldiers E4 and below if reserved in advance. Tickets are $11 for adults and $9 for students and Soldiers E4 and below at the door. Ask about group specials. To purchase a ticket in advance or for more information, call 0951-300-8647.
Army Family Action Plan Conference Feb. 22-24, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Warner Conference Center
“Change is only effective, when you make it a priority.” Submit your quality of life issues today. Go to http://www.bamberg.army.mil/directorates/dfmwr/acs/afap.asp and let your voive be heard. AFAP issues can also be submitted through the ICE system. Call (0951) 300 7777
SKIES Unlimited (0951) 300 7452
Skies Unlimited offers instructional programs which allow children to explore and develop talents and interests for life long hobbies and to learn life skills. Our team strives to provide a variety of courses to meet your child’s interests to include arts, recreation, leisure, sports and fitness, health, life skills, citizenship, leadership, academic skills, mentoring and intervention. Bamberg’s SKIES Unlimited coordinator is Mr. Archie Johnson and can be reached at Tel. (0951) 300 7452 or via e-mail to archie.johnson1@eur.army. mil.
line Services. Go to www.bamberg.army. mil/mwr and click the MWR Online tag. You may have to register for MWR Online Services or sign in as a guest to resaerch which programs are available.
Current SKIES unlimited classes include ballet, piano lessons, gymnastics, kickboxing and tae kwon do, yoga bodyworks, fine arts classes and math and science tutoring. For available slots contact CYSServices Parent Central Services from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday thorugh Friday or call (0951) 300 7716 or 8660. Parent Central Servicess is closed on Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parents can also find out about and book SKIES Unlimted programs via MWR On-
Sweet Heart Dinner “Surf and Turf” Fri. Feb. 11, 6 p.m. at Warner Conference Center
Take your Valentines out to dinner and enjoy the Surf and Turf Sweetheart Dinner on Feb. 11. Cost is $18 per person. Served meal will include salad and soup bar, prime rib with grilled shrimps, green beans almandine, roasted potatoes and desert (peach and cherry cobbler). Tickets will be available through units, at the CAC, Birchview Lanes Bowling Center and Outdoor Recreation. A photographer will be available for sweetheart photos (not included in price) as well as roses for all the ladies. Limited child care available through CYS Services Parents Central Services. For more details contact Brad Cline at Tel. (0951) 300 8659 or e-mail bradley.cline@eur.army.mil
MWR Online Services
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BOSS Program (0951) 300 9086
Contact for all BOSS activities:
Ernest.Johnson@eur.army.mil, Freedom Fitness Facility, (0951) 300 9086
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Don’t miss the CYS Services Pre-Super Bowl Party Sat Feb. 5, 6 p.m. at JFK Youth Center. Open to you in grades 6-12. Contact: corwin.reed@eur.army.mil.
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Army Family Action Plan Conference Feb. 22-24, Warner Conference Center 8:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Why Volunteer? AFAP is one the best examples of democracy at its best. Volunteering will give you an opportunity to share knowledge, be a part of a team for a common cause of change, and help change policies, legislation, laws and quality of Life for our great Soldiers, Re c o r d e r s / t r a n s c r i b e r s Families, DA civilians and capture basic ideas on paper in full view of the group. retirees. They prepare issue papers As a delegate you iden- and brief out slides. This retify issues with Army wide quires neutrality. ramifications and to recommend solutions. This Issue supporters monitor requires an open mind and the group’s development ability to listen and respect of each issue and ensure the appropriate standards others. are being followed. This As a facilitator you man- requires some knowledge age the group process to of past issues or the willingachieve its goals and stim- ness to learn them. ulate group discussion and encourages participation. Put your Voice to work! This requires flexibility and Place an issue or sign up to volunteer on-line today! patience.
Military/Family Life Consultants Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.
Call (0175) 253 30 20 or (0175) 600 83 73
Relocation Readiness German as a Second Language: (No classes on Am. Holidays) Beginner: Tue 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. Wed 6 - 8 p.m. Intermediate: Tue 12 - 2 p.m. Wed 2 - 4 p.m. Advanced: Tue 2 - 4 p.m. Wed 4 - 6 p.m.
GSL classes held in ACS Bldg #7029 room #118. No reservations required. Just show up! English as a Second Language: (No classes on American Holidays) Beginner (Level 1): Tue 8 – 10 a.m. Fri 8 - 10 a.m. Intermediate (Level 2): Tue 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fri 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Advanced (Level 3): Tue 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Fri 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. ESL classes held in FAP Building #7487 on Armor Drive behind the flower shop. No reservations required. Just show up! People Encouraging People Class (PEP): for all Spouses new to Bamberg. Call for details of next class!
Mobilization/Deployment Program:
FRG Key Caller Class: Feb. 1, 1- 2 p.m. in the Yellow Ribbon Room (Bldg. 7354). Help keep all members of the FRG closely connected by learning Key Caller duties. FRG Treasurer Training: Feb. 8, 1-2 p.m. in the Yellow Ribbon Room (Bldg. 7354) Learn the ins and outs of managing FRG money. FRG Newsletter Writing: Feb. 15, 1 - 2 p.m. in the Yellow Ribbon Room (Bldg. 7354). FRG Leader Training I & II: Feb. 2-3, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Yellow Ribbon Room (Bldg. 7354). Introductory class that provides fundamental information on how to run and ef fective FRG.
Bldg. 7029, DSN 469-7777, (0951) 300 7777 couple’s relationship.
Employment Readiness:
Newborn Network: Tuesday’s 10-11:30 a.m. Resumé 101 Classes: Toddler Play Mornings: MonFeb. 9, 2 - 3:30 p.m. day’s 3:30-5:30 p.m., Friday’s 10Learn proven techniques to cre- 11:30 am, 1-3 years old. ate a killer resume! Come meet other parents, have play morning with children and Resumix Class: meet the new home visitor Nurse Feb. 23, 2 - 3:30 p.m. Dorthy Boerste. Army civilian jobs are a click away! Learn how to search and Domestic Violence Emergency apply for jobs using Resumix. Hotline: (0162) 510 29 17 “Imagine an Army free of Exceptional Family Domestic Abuse”
Member Program:
Army Relief
Emergency
Financial Emergency Assistance available. Annual AER Campaign begins March 1 – May 15 Soldiers Helping Soldiers! Spouse and Dependant Scholarships available online https://www.aerhq.org/education.asp Want to make additional Loan Payment? https://www.aerhq.org/OnlineLoanPayment.asp
EFMP Screening information is Financial Readiness: Army Emergency Relief accepts available: Please see your EFMP Debt & Credit Management online credit card contributions Manager at ACS Room 102 for Class: Feb. 10, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (safe and secure) year round! more for more information. Using Money Wisely to Manage ht tps://w w w.aerhq.org/ WebDonations/Donation_form.asp Credit & Debt Respite Care: Available for EFMP Providing strategies to help man- Question: 1-866-878-6378 or Families, some restrictions apply, age your finance more efficiently 703-428-0000 please see EFMP Manager for more details. Check Book Maintenance & Bank Class: Feb. 10, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Soldier Family Assistance CenChecks, Debits, On-line Bankter: www.twitter.com/bambergsing and ATM withdrawals - Not fac. Come use Massage Chair., a Problem! Review statement FREE Wireless Internet Service, online. Account for all expendiChildren room, TV, and much tures! more! For WTU Soldiers and Families. Investing & Thrift Savings Plan: Wednesday, Feb. 17, 9:30 - 11:30 Family Advocacy: a.m. Make Paying Yourself First Building 7487, DSN apart of your monthly Investments! Your Choice? New Mon469-8397 Anger / Stress Management ey, Old Money, or No Money! Civilian Master Class: Every Thu 1:30 - 3 p.m. Resilience Trainers A ninety minute class that helps 1st Termer Briefing: Feb. 18, guide ways to a healthy handling 8:30-4:30 p.m. available: Mandatory training for 1st Term/ of both anger and stress Comprehensive Soldier Fitness Initial Term Soldiers on finanMaster Resilience Classes availSexual Assault Reporting Op- cial matters. On-line Training at able upon request to all Family www.myarmyonesource.com tions: Call for details 469-8397 Members, Civilians and CouRegister, click on Money Matters ples to help build your commuto launch Financial Readiness Parenting Classes: Per Request nication skills, self-resilience, training. An open ended, on-going class mental toughness, character that teaches effective parenting strengths, build stronger relationships and learn more about techniques and reviews resourc- Unit Financial Readiness Trainwho you are underneath the ing: Upon Request es available to Parents surface. Busy getting ready for deployContact Marylou Solorzano or Single Parenting Classes: Per ment? Don’t have time to come Vanessia Holland for details. Request. Focus on techniques, to us? we will come to you! strategies and resources avail- Scheduled a deployment briefing for your unit. Keeping SolDSN 469-7777 able. diers Financial SMART! CIV 0951-300-7777 Couples Communication: Per Request. Focus on Communication Sign up for ACS classes at http://www.emailmeform.com/fid. techniques that can enhance a
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Krav Maga Self Defense Class Fridays, 7-8 pm. $10 per class
Circuit PT
Tue and Thu,12 -1 p.m. Free
The Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party™. Feel the music and let loose.
Express Cycle (Spinning)
Zumba!
Mon and Wed 5-6 p.m. Free
FOR CLAss DeTAILs
coNtact your LIcENSED zumba INStructor:
Party Yourself Free for a limitedinto time! Shape! Thursdays @ 10:00 am
Tae Kwon Do
Book FFF classes online through MWR Online Services at www.bamberg.army. mil/mwr
FFF Aerobics Room, $5 per class The Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie buring, dance fitness party! Feel the music and let loose. Class schedule is: Mon and Wed, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tue and Thu, 10-11 a.m. Sign up at FFF or online 469-8890 or 0951-3008890 for class info.
Mon and Wed 6:30-7:30 p.m. $5 per classUnit reservations available upon request.
Instructor: Annie Heavrin More class times coming soon!!
For more info regarding class schedule email tonya.l.williams@eur.army.mil
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IMCOM Europe Unit Level Basketball Championships March 10-13, 10:30 a.m. at FFF Sign up now, deadline is March 4.
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Bowling Center (0951) 300 7722
CYS Services (0951) 300 7452
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CYS Services Child Care USAG Bamberg’s
Tex Mex Kitchen located at the Bowling Center Bldg. 7690 (0951) 300 7722
Download the menu at www.bamberg.army.mil/mwr and then click
Bowling Center
Open Now: Spare Time Lounge Come on by and visit the “Spare Time Lounge”. A variety of non alcoholic drinks are offered as well. Free snacks daily. Hours of Operation: Thursday: 4-10 p.m. Friday: 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday: 4 p.m.-1 a.m. The Spare Time Lounge is open for special events and parties. Contact: jay.cooper@ eur.army.mil or call (0951) 300 7722
Try our 12” Pizzas!
only $13.50 (2 toppings), great for your parties. We also have new combo meals and kids meals.
Family Day “Kidz Bowl Free”
every Sun. 11 a.m. Bring out the children for some family fun. Bowl with your kids and the children will bowl for free. Limited to 3 games per child.
Please reserve your space at Parents Central Services, (0951) 300 8660, Bldg. 7340. The child care is offered at the Child Development Center, Bldg. 7112. In 2011 CYS Services will offer Parents Day Out and Night Out at the following dates: • Night Outs: (6:30-9:30 p.m.) • Day Outs: (Saturday,11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.) Feb. 5; April 2; June 4; Aug. 6; Oct. 1; Dec 3.
HIRED! Spring Term Applications Due
Fri. Feb. 11 3:30 p.m. Applications for the spring term of HIRED! are due the February 11. You can pick up applications for the upcoming term from Shay McNeil, the HIRED! program coordinator at the JFK Youth Center. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: Photography, Outdoor Recreation, Health and Fitness, Event Planning, Child and Youth Development, Business Operations Entertainment and Theater. Ask about other job opportunities not listed.
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CYS Services (0951) 300
Masquerade Ball
Fri. Feb. 25, 7 p.m. JFK Teen Center
MWR Auto Skills Center Bldg. 7038
Save 50% on your
Oil Change (Mon-Fri throughout February) We are open Mon. & Tue. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed. & Thu. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Lift Bay: $4.00 Flat Bay: $2.00 Safety Briefings are held Thursdays 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m.
Used Tire Special at Strip Yard, Bldg. 7141
2 for 1
Contact: Phone (0951) 300 7546
Add a bit of mystery to your Fasching celebration and attend the masquerade ball at the JFK youth center, open to youth in grades 6-12. Youth from other garrison’s will be invited to attend as well. Costumes are mandatory for this event. Please sign-up not later than February 18. You can pick up permission slips from the front desk at the JFK Youth Center. Cost is $3. Contact: corwin.reed@eur.army.mil
Pre-Superbowl Party
Sat Feb. 5, 6 p.m. at JFK Youth Center Which NFL sports team fans will have the bragging rights this year? CYS Services will be hosting it’s annual pre-Superbowl Party at the JFK Youth Center. Open to you in grades 6-12. Even if your team didn’t make it this year you can still come out and participate in football themed games and activities. Refreshments will be offered, and youth from other garrison’s are invited to attend. Contact: corwin.reed@eur.army.mil.
Community Activity Center &
Arts and Crafts, (0951) 300 8659
Exclusively for Soldiers
at Community Activity Center, Bldg. 7047
Cool Beans Cafe
Arts and Crafts located in Bldg. 7047, CAC Woodshop Safety Classes are held every first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. and the following Thursday, 6 p.m. Safety class is a pre-requisite in order to use wood shop equipment. Basic Matting and Framing Classes are held on regular basis. Learn how to use the C&H Mat Cutter, Guillotine Frame Cutter and the Underpinner. Cost is $15.00 per class. Please ask for group discounts! Arts and Crafts is located in building 7047, 2nd floor, Warner Barracks Contact: Telephone: DSN: 469-8659 Civ: 0951-300-8659 Hours of Operation: Tue.-Thu. 12-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
inside the Community Activity Center is now serving hot and fresh coffee made from
Starbucks Espresso Beans
Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat & Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
HOT! Chili Cook Off at CAC
Feb. 23, 12 p.m. Do you want to see if your chili ranks supreme? Give it a shot at the 3rd Annual USAG Bamberg Chili Cook-Off! Prizes will be awarded for the Best Soldier Chili (1st prize) and Best All-Around Chili (1st and 2nd prizes). Sign up by Feb 18 at the CAC front counter. Call the CAC at DSN 469-8659 for more details.
Find the CAC on Facebook: Bamberg Community Activity Center
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Feb. 5 Learn to Snowboard $50 Learn one of the hottest sports around on a day trip with ODR to a local slope. By learning the basics, you will be able to impress your friends and cruise down the slopes. Trip includes transportation, lift pass, rental & approxi-mately 2.5 hours of lessons. Departs from ODR at 9 a.m., returns at approx. 5 p.m.
Feb. 8 Bad Staffelstein $30
Relish the natural salt water as you warm your body in the steam baths, pools, or hot tubs. Allow the natural minerals of the water to enhance the beauty of your skin, while relaxing in the invigorating atmosphere. Trip includes transportation
Snowboard and Ski Equipment Rentals and Repairs Ask the ODR staff for details How to Sign up for ODR Trips: Please sign up for trips by the Monday before, or they may be cancelled. Cancellation must be made at least 72 hours prior to trip departure. No refunds will be given for noshows. Military duty/illness will be refunded with documentation. Sign up for trips online via MWR Online Services at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/bambergrectrac.html. For questions, visit us at ODR, Bldg. 7116, Tel. (0951) 300 9376. ODR is open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Online Booukgh MWR thro Online ere es h Servic and entrance fees. Departs from ODR at 5:30 p.m., returns approx. 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 10 Tour Under Bamberg $20
This unique trip through the tunnels under Bamberg gives you a view of the city that shouldn’t be missed. The tunnels are generally cool and damp, so please wear appropriate clothing and bring a flashlight. Trip departs from ODR at 5 p.m., returns approx. 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 12 Learn to Ski $50
Learn the difference between “the French Fry” and “the Pizza” because if you confuse the two, you’re going to have a bad day! Glide down the slopes and learn the basics of skiing with us! Trip includes transportation, lift pass, rental & approximately 2.5 hours of lessons. Departs from ODR at 9 a.m., returns at approx. 5 p.m.
Feb. 18-21 Dolomites, Italy, Ski & Snowboard $325
Partake in the adventure of a lifetime with the opportunity to ski and snowboard at 12 separate ski resorts in the Italian Dolomites! Trip includes transportation, lodging at double occupancy for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner. DOES NOT IN-CLUDE LIFT PASS. Single rooms are an additional $60. Must sign up by January 18th. Departs Chapel Parking Lot on 18 Feb. at 2 a.m., returns 21 Feb. at approx. 7 p.m.
Library, (0951) 300 1740
President’s Day Quiz
The library will celebrate the birthdays of two of our finest leaders, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. The Bamberg Community Library will celebrate the occasion of President’s Day with a quiz featuring those two American Statesmen.
Messages to the Front
Thu Feb. 3, 3:30 p.m. - JROTC will record your Valentine’s Day message to your deployed soldier. Story time with Ms. Amber Every Thursday ,11:30 a.m. Open for children ages 3-5 years old.
TAG along with us!
Every Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. - Open to teens, ages 13-18. Learn puppetry, script writing, mural paintings, poetry slams, theater arts, writing workshops, blogging, and open mic.
Meet Book Author Edgar A. Stitt
Wed Feb. 28, 6 p.m. Come by the library and meet Mr. Stitt, who is the author of “100 Days, 100 Hours – Phantom Brigade in the Gulf War”. You can learn how to become a writer, purchase a book and have it signed by the author.
Gaming Club
Tue Feb. 8, 3:30 p.m. Test your Xbox 360, Wii, and PS3 skills. Play various board games and meet new friends!
Black History Month
Black History is a remembrance of people and events in African American History. Come by and join the library staff in this celebration and other weekly events.
Mancala Game
Wed Feb. 2, 4 p.m. Come by the library and participate in a fun-filled afternoon with this classic African game.
Anasi’s Treasure Hunt
Wed Feb. 9, 4 p.m. Come by the library and help tricky spider Anasi find African treasures. This event is open to kids 5-12.
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Peanut Butter Science
Wed Feb. 16, 4 p.m. Join the library staff for some messy, goopy peanut butter experiments in honor of George Washington Carver.
World of Addy
Wed Feb. 23, 4 p.m. Explore the world of Addy, a courageous African-American girl growing up during the Civil War.
Gamers’ Challenge
Every Saturday, 5 p.m. Feb. 5 – HALO REACH (Xbox 360) Feb. 12 – H.A.W.X.2 (PS3) Feb. 19–QUANTUM THEORY (Xbox 360) Feb. 26 – DEADRISING 2(Xbox 360)
BOOK CLUBS Teen X-Treme Book Club Wed Feb. 2, 3:30 p.m. Artemis Fowl Book Club Tue Feb. 22, 4:30 p.m. Lemony Snicket Book Club Tue Feb. 1, 4:30 p.m. Animee & Manga Club Tue Feb. 1, 5:30 p.m. Mothers & Daughters Book Club Wed Feb. 2, 4:30 p.m. Classic Book Club Tue Feb. 8, 3:30 p.m. Book Club for Boys Thu Feb. 10, 3:30 p.m. History Book Club Tue Feb. 1, 3:30 p.m. Captain Underpants Club Wed Feb. 9, 4:30 p.m. Genealogy Discussion Group Wed Feb. 23, 6 p.m. Drop-in Writers Group Tue Feb. 8@4:30 p.m. eResource Training Every Monday@ 6 p.m. Movie Nights Thu Feb. 3 & Feb. 17, 6 p.m. Free German Classes Every Tuesday, 12 p.m. Home Schooling Every Monday, 2 p.m.
Sweet Heart Dinner - Surf and Turf
February 11, 6 p.m.
at Warner Conference Center, $18 Purchase tickets through your unit or at the MWR CAC, Bowling Center or Outdoor Recreation Office