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aumholder is the home for the largest concentration of combat Soldiers outside of the United States. In addition to the main post, it consists of one subcommunity and is populated by American Soldiers, airmen, civilians and family members. Our Soldier population consists of nearly 15,000 individuals; 5,000 single and married Soldiers, about 6,000 civilian support personnel and close to 4,000 spouses, family members and children. Known as the “Home of Champions” and also “The Rock,” the U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder is located in the wooded hills of the Western Palatinate in the state of Rheinland-Pfalz, just 30 miles from the French and Luxemburg borders and approx. 45 minutes from Frankfurt. The military community of Baumholder encompasses Wetzel, Upper Wetzel and Smith Barracks. The German city of Baumholder is walking distance from Garrison Headquarters and the home of the 1st Armored Division’s 2nd Brigade and Division Artillery. Baumholder history In 1937 the German government selected 31,000 acres of varied terrain to the north and northeast of the city of Baumholder to become one of the largest military training areas in Germany. After World War II, the military installation was occupied by the French Army and in 1951 the post was turned over to the U.S. Army. The installation is now controlled and operated by the US Army Garrison Baumholder of the Installation Management Command, Office of the Asst. Chief of Staff for Installation Management, Dept. of the Army.
Where to find useful information on the Baumholder Military Community The Herald Union is your community newspaper and is published twice monthly with MWR community roundups. Printed every other week. Folks are invited to submit photos/articles. Stars and Stripes is a daily European based American English language newspaper focusing on military news.
Travel Edition prints every Thursday. Online at www. stripes.com WEBSITES www.baumholder.army.mil Offers Baumholder specific community news. Left menu under directorates for MWR facility information (Current Events, ACS, Art Center, Auto Skills, Bowling, Golf, Library, ODR, Rheinlander, Sports, Youth). The BOSS program is currently listed under the newcomers tab. www.armygermany.com Offers Baumholder specific community news. Select Baumholder from “your community” dropdown and the pop-ups list each facility. Baumholder on the radio Tune-in Tues at 8 a.m. and Wed, Thurs at 5 p.m. FM 100.2 Kaiserslautern FM 106.1 Baumholder To hear guests speakers from Baumholder’s MWR staff talking about upcoming MWR events and activities. Commander on Tues, ACS news on Wed and “open mic” on Thurs. INFO POSTED IN CMR, BLDG 8667 Check out the bulletin board facing the area where the community mailroom distributes packages. Posters on MWR upcoming events and activities for MWR are located in the glass case. Posters specifically for Child, Youth, School Services (CYSS) on in the glass case to the far right of the MWR case. How to contact us? email us at baum.news@eur.army.mil The USAG Baumholder FMWR Marketing office is located in building 8680 on Smith Barracks (Dragoon Circle). The mailing address is Unit 23746 Box 18, APO AE 09034 – USA Phone (49) 678-36-6263. Contact us via social media on face book by searching for Baumholder FMWR. Updates are also continually posted on the five marquees located in various areas around Smith Barracks.
Outdoor Recreation
Services and Programs offered by Outdoor Recreation, Baumholder For more information, call ODR at 485-7182/6202/6345 or go by Building 8167. Paint ball Field, Campground, Fishing Pond, Equipment Check Out Center, Sport Shooting Range, Archery Lessons, Unit and Group Trips, Hunting Program. Get back to nature; go camping Five minutes from main post near Rolling Hills Golf Course. ODR Campgrounds areas are available for rent all year round. ODR has 40 RV Sites available at $10 per day, three group sites for up to 100 people available at $35 per day. Pavilion next to driving range available for rent for $30 per day. RV and group sites include fire pits and grills. Call Outdoor Recreation at 485-7182/6202/6345 or go by Building 8167 to reserve and pay. Paintball field If you have your own equipment, the field usage fee is $20 per person, per day. If you need equipment, the field usage and equipment check out fee is $30 per person, per day. Special rates of $15 per person, per day are available for unit training time. Open year round. Max number of participants per session or day is 100. Group reservations are only taken on weekdays. Please reserve at least one week in advance. Trap and Skeet Range prices: 30rd trap $5, 15rd skeet $2.50, 30rd skeet $5, 25rd roll $6,15rd roll $5Range hours are from 1000-1500 hours, every day of the week except Wednesday. Open year round. Must have range safety class before use. Class offered at ODR range. Guns cost: $5.00. No reservations taken. SCUBA Certification Course price is $375 and online course work can be completed for free before completing the open water diving. Diving consists of two weekends and five open-water dives at Kronau Lake. Scheduling is flexible and weekends don’t have to be consecutive. Equipment is supplied. Cannondale full suspension mountain bikes are available to rent for $20 per day. Beginner to expert level local trail rides, guided trips and self guided tours. Awesome trails from level one to three (easy rides, technical and advanced). Guided trips vailable to the Pfalzerwald (1.5 hours from Baumholder near Landau) offering 15-70 km of epic single-track trails. Need group of 8 to make the trip a go. Group may be split into ability levels. Relax, go fishing ODR has access to a pond stocked with Rainbow Trout (pan size and up) five minutes from main post. Customers do not need a license to fish in our pond, but will need a permit. Coordination for the permit is available through ODR for $15 for a three fish limit, $25 for a five fish limit. Learn the skill of fly-fishing from a certified German fishing guide with a one day Rod and Gun Club introduction course, $80/$180 per person. Tackle and day pass are included. Course requires an eight-person minimum to make the course a go. ODR also offers intensive three-day courses. German Hunting Course This eight-week German hunting course is offered over weekends and twice per week for $150 per person. Attendees will become a licensed hunter in Germany with all weapon privileges. Minimum of 15 people required. ODR High ropes course team building program ODR High ropes course team building program costs $45 per person; minimum of eight people required for program. Call ODR to reserve for your team.
ACS
All classes are held at BLDG 8746 unless otherwise indicated with an asterisk*. *Classes held at Wiggles & Giggles, BLDG 8884, Wetzel (next to the Skate Park) are indicated with an asterisk*. **Classes held at the Yellow Ribbon Room, BLDG 8876, Wetzel (next to the Skate Park) are indicated with two asterisks**. For more info contact Johanna Kelly at 485-6808. Smooth Moves for PCS’ing Proper planning prevents poor performance! Time lines, tips & practical advice ensure your next move is smooth. German Cuisine, Customs & Culture Shop at the local supermarket, then make a delicious lunch. Cook and taste traditional German recipes while learning the customs and culture of our community. Discover Baumholder Tour Includes exploring the remnants of the watch tower and visiting the Old Marketplace. Children are welcome, strollers are not recommended. German Language Classes, Level I Designed to help you develop fundamental German language skills. New session-cannot be picked up in the middle. Free! German Language Classes, Level II This conversational German class. Pre-requisite: Must attend the Beginner German Class or demonstrate working knowledge of German. Free! Culture Trips to Trier & Mainz Euro is required for lunch and entrance fees. Call ACS for more details. *Parent & Tot Playgroup (For children aged 6 months --4yrs) A weekly playgroup; parents attend with their children: two play groups offered on Wednesdays. *Coffee Break Relax and chat with other parents while your children, ages birth --school age, have time to play, while parents supervise. Get a Grip! Managing Anger & Frustration What are your “triggers”? Find out the causes behind your anger and discover healthy ways to express anger and deal with life’s everyday frustrations. Enough: Abuse is NOT a Family Value! Find out what you can do to help a friend. Get some tips, support and the chance to talk! Communicating with Your Teenagers A workshop for parents of teenagers focused on understanding the developmental stage of “adolescence. ” Helps effective communication. Coping with Deployment for your children because need some special consideration too. Classes for three separate age groups: 0-5, school-age and pre-teen/teen. Say It Right Do you and your spouse have different ways of handling conflict? Do you often speak at each other, not with each other? Grow a Set of Your Own! Skills for assertive communication and handling tough situations. WRU@? WAN2TLK? Can you read this? Do you have teenagers at home? You need this class. Bank Account Management Do you have questions about your bank accounts? Learn more about Banks and Credit Unions to make informed decisions and to manage accounts. Budgeting for Baby Tips on how to prepare for the cost of a new baby. Credit and Debt Management Do you want to live debt-free? Take this class and learn how to make informed decisions concerning credit card selection and repayment, and debt. Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Course Learn all you need to know about TSP from setting one up to investing. Successful Money Management No matter how much you earn, money management is an important life skill that many people have never learned. Learn the importance of managing money. *Spectrum Families A support group for Families living with Autism. *MOMs (Moms of Multiples) A monthly support group for parents of multiples and children born back-to-back. Parents are able to net-work, share helpful tips, and enjoy camaraderie in a child-friendly location. Building a Federal Resume Focuses on the structure/composition of a Federal Resume, understanding Federal job announcements and identifying federal employment sources. Bringing Baby Home Get resources to be prepared for the new addition to your Family. Newborn Network Support group for parents to share with others who can relate to your situation.
Physical Fitness and Aquatics Centers Mountaineer 8220, Smith Barracks, phone 485-6671
Hall of Champions 8105, Smith Barracks, phone 485-7418 Aquatics Center 8897, Upper Wetzel, phone 485-7093 Cardio Dance w/ Tiffany (FREE): Blast calories while dancing to your favorite songs! Learn a new routine each week. No dance experience necessary, appropriate for all levels. Dance styles include hip hop, pop, funk & jazz, so burn up the floor! Spin (FREE): Beginners and experienced spinners will love this sweat-to-the-beat cardio workout!Self-Defense Workout w/ Del (FREE):Join Del in this fun and functional, butt-kicking workout. This class will help you develop self-defense skill in a non-contact workout! Yoga w/ Jane (FREE): Yoga provides full body strength & flexibility training. Challenge & relax your muscles, mind and spirit. Total Body Extreme w/ Mayra (FREE): Ultimate fat burning and total body toning, maximizing your results in one perfect workout! Body Sculpting w/ Katie (FREE): Strengthen & tone your entire body with these functional fitness programs. Lunchtime Tune-up w/ Kimber and Staff (AQ)(FREE): Perfect your breast stroke, back stroke and butterfly all during your lunch hour. Water Aerobics ($): A fun, safe and effective workout in the water! Kimber & her staff add a splash of variety to working out while giving your joints a rest from the impact of daily exercise. Tae-Bo w/ Stacy ($): Join Stacy in this intense session of cardio boxing. Adult Ballet w/Jen (SU)($ 85/month): Get a great workout and polish your poise, posture, musicality and confidence! Cardio Mix w/ Stacy ($): Tired of watching the clock while on the treadmill? Add some spice to your cardio with this intense cardio workout! Cardio Step w/ Stacy ($): Step it up and bring your fitness to the next level with this exhilarating cardio session! Martial Arts Aikido($50/month): Sensei Moore is offering classes to adults and children. Learn the Japanese martial art of self-defense in a non-intimidating environment. Workouts with Stacy Held at Mountaineer PFC Monday through Thursday. Cardio Mix is on Monday from 10:0011:00; Tae-Bo is on Mondays and Wednesdays from 17:00-18:00, and Cardio Step is on Thursday at 17:00-18:00. Tickets may be purchased at Mountaineer PFC for $4 per ticket or 10 tickets for $30. Free Total Body X-treme is a high intensity training class for all fitness levels that includes strength, cardio and core exercises, maximizing your results in one perfect workout. Classes are held at the Mountaineer PFC Mondays and Wednesdays 9-10 a.m. Free Walk the Distance Program Walk my Soldier back from Afghanistan: Dust off your walking shoes and walk the distance to Afghanistan and back to support our troops! T-shirts and prizes will be available for FRG participation and for all who complete the journey! Free pedometers will be given out to the first 100 people to sign-up. You’re welcome to join and walk in groups, attend walk/run clinics, or walk on your own. The program runs throughout deployment. Attend fitness programs walking group, special walking clinics or walk on your own. TRX Suspension Training System at the Physical Fitness Center. Just show your ID card to the front desk and the staff will provide you with the TRX System, an exercise guide and a brief TRX orientation. Training combines strength training and cardio combined training using the participants own body weight. Suggested as a rehabilitation tool as well as for hardcore athletic training. Reservations for Unit Functions Reserve a sporting facility venue such as Minick Field, Iron Soldier Park, Hall of Champions Floor, or the Mountaineer Fitness Center Combative Room for a unit function. Submit memorandum requesting use. First come, first-served basis, so remember to submit early. Call the Baumholder Sports Office at (06783) -6-6671 or mil 485-6671/7176/6615.
CYSS is here to serve your childcare needs. Child care available in all programs full-time, parttime, hourly, part-day, school-age, family child care. Register at Parent Central Services located in building 8743. Call DSN 485-7003/CIV 06783-67003 for appointments,information, enrollment hours are from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Appointments are available on Thursdays from 2 - 5 p.m. All other times are on a walk-in basis. FRIDAY PARENT NIGHT OUT Take a Friday night off without the kids on selected Fridays from 6:30-10:30 p.m. at either Smith CDC or Wetzel CDC. The program is for children ages 6 weeks 12 years old. Cost is $16, respite hours may be used. Reserve/pay 2 weeks in advance at CYSS Parent Central Services,Bldg 8743 or online. Children need to be registered with CYSS in order to participate. For more information, call Parent Central Services CYSS at civ 06783 6 7003. SUPER SATURDAY CHILD CARE Saturday Child Care available 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at either Smith CDC or Wetzel CDC for children ages six weeks to twelve years old. Cost is $32,parents may use their respite hours. Reserve/pay 2 weeks in advance at CYSS Parent Central Services, BLDG 8743 or online. Children need to be registered with CYSS in order to participate. For more information, call CYSS at 06783 6 7003. Child Care Openings Spaces may be available for full and part time care in the CDC’s, School Age Center (SAC) and Family Child Care. Children must be registered at CYSS Register at Parent Central Services, Building 8743. Call DSN 485-7003/CIV 06783-67003 for more information. CYSS offers online services/ credit payments Pay with your Visa or Mastercard Debit or credit card. Activity registration and payment online Request your password online https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/baumholdercyms. html
SKIES Instructors Needed Make money tutoring or teaching children skills such as sewing, playing guitar, dancing or any other special skill or craft of which you have firsthand knowledge or experience. Contact SKIES at mil 485-6969 or civ (06783) 6-6969. SKIES Program, nate.watson@eur.army.mil. For registration/enrollment contact Parent Central Services, Bldg 8743, mil 485-7003 or CIV (06783) 6-7003. Programs are available such as:Keyboard, Guitar, and Piano Lessons,Kindermusik Village,Aikido Lessons, Aikido, Gymnastics,Tae Kwon Do,Classical Ballet,https://webtrac. mwr.army.mil/webtrac/baumholdercyms.html The HIRED. Apprenticeship Program is a workforce-preparation and apprenticeship enterprise designed to meet the employment and career-exploration needs of Army teens 15-18 years of age. Programs or to apply for enrollment, contact the Wetzel Teen Center, BLDG 8875. DSN 485-6348, COM: 067836-6348. HIRED. Apprenticeships offer experiences within distinct career paths designed to help participants determine whether their chosen career paths are the correct career choices for their future. Students graduating from high school are facing profound social, technological and economic changes. The goal of the HIRED Apprenticeship Program is to help teens develop the necessary confidence and employer-valued abilities to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Child, Youth and School (CYS) Services and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Partner Organization have joined together to prepare teens for these rapidly- changing conditions. HIRED Apprenticeship Terms consist of four (4) twelve (12)-week terms repeated annually. Opportunities to work after school and weekends exist year round in programs such as food service, child care, outdoor recreation, libraries, fitness centers, golf, and more. Teens may participate in up to two apprentice terms per year and will receive a stipend upon completion of each term. Participants must commit to 15 hours of participation within a seven (7)-day period for a total of 180 hours per HIRED.
CYSS Youth Sports and Fitness has ongoing programs for youth classes such as:
football cheer leading wrestling volleyball skiing & snowboarding skateboarding golf bowling fishing basketball team sports dodgeball baseball soccer lacross jump rope, and more. CYSS Youth Sports and Fitness has ongoing programs for youth Contact Youth Sports and Fitness at 485-7198 or 06783-67198. or Daniel Washington, 485-7210 CIV: 06783-6-7210.Coaches and officials are always needed for sporting events; for more information on how to become a coach or official, call the Baumholder Sports Office at (06783) -6-7198 or mil 485-7198/7210
Housing: 1,502 family housing units, the waiting time for government quarters could be up to 6 weeks depending on the bedroom requirement. According to the revised housing policy from HQ USAREUR/IMCOM, all key and essential personnel and accompanied Soldiers in the grades of private through staff sergeant will be housed in government quarters on post. All other Soldiers in the grades of E-7 and above and civilians will be housed on the local economy in private rental housing. Total private rental housing at this time is 870. Government- leased quarters are not available in Baumholder. Single Soldiers and geographical bachelors (E-1 through E-6) reside in barracks; housing office phone #s: 011-49-6783-66136 or 011-49-6783-67585, DSN 314-485-6136 Temporary lodging: Lagerhof Inn 011-49-678361700, DSN 314-485-1700 Army Community/family services: 011-49-678368188, DSN 314-485-8188 Schools: Two elementary schools —one each on Smith and Wetzel Kasernes, one junior/senior high
school in Baumholder on Wetzel Kaserne. School Liaison Office 011-49-6783-66968 Child care: Two Child Development Centers; school-age services; approved homes 011-49-6783-67003; registration and referrals 011-49-6783-67003, DSN 314-485-7003 Baumholder Health Clinic: 011-49-6783-68080, DSN 314-485-8080 Dental Clinic: 011-49-6783-62210/2211, DSN 314-485-2210/2211 AAFES MAIN PX...................485-6275 PX MANAGER...........................CIV: 06783-999900 Main store: local civilian # 999900 Number of shoppettes: 1 Number of convenience stores: 1 Number of food courts: 1 Number of gas stations: 1 Barber shops: 2 Beauty shop: 1 Car care center: 1 Garden center: 1 & Power Zone: 1 Home furnishings: 1 Package store/Class Six Military Clothing Sales Store: 1
Alterations shop: 1 Laundromat: 1 Movie theater: 1 Video rentals: 2 (one at shoppette and one at the Rheinlander bldg +49-6783-6-6533) Arts and crafts MWR Auto Skills Center Bowling: MWR Striker’s Bowling Center Camping: MWR Campground Fishing MWR fishing pond Fitness centers Golf: MWR Rolling Hills Golf Course (9 hole)Gymnasium: MWR Hall of Champions Library: MWR Library Outdoor recreation Swimming: 1 indoor pool 1 outdoor lake Tennis: two courts on Smith Theater: 1 movie theater 2 playhouses MWR Warrior Zone Rheinlaender community club Shooters Sports Bar & Diner Java Café Check back for phone reference. Need a phone number check online at https://phonebook.2sigbde.army.mil/index.html for updates.
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers and Warrrior Zone BOSS Meetings are held at the Warrior Zone for more information contact the BOSS President 485-8251 or BOSS Advisor at 485-6155. BOSS Videos AvailableThe BOSS Program has released two more commercials. These awesome commercials can be seen on the BOSS YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=kgKA43WkMIM and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7kDt9g8Hyo&feature=related. They are also available for download at http://www.mwrbrandcentral.com/HOMEPAGE/soldiercommunityrec. html . Warrior Zone for Soldiers, this facility is your own Warrior Zone Opening Hours Mon-Fri 11002000 Sat and Sun 1200-2300 located next to Java CafĂŠ in CMR, Bldg. 8667. X-BOX 360,Wii Gaming, Massage Chairs, Internet Access, Movie Viewing, and Air Hockey Table. For more information, call 485-6115/8251.
Auto Skills and Auto Parts Yard
Smith Kaserne Bldg 8438 , DSN 485-6344 Civ 06783-6-6344.Auto Skills 485-6344, Tues-Fri 1 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.5 p.m. Closed Mondays and US Holidays, Training Holidays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Family Member Deployment Assistance Program Learn to perform repairs and maintenance on your vehicle for FREE. All you have to pay for are the bay fees. $6 per hour on lift bay, $5 per hour on flat bay- Roadside repair course Get the skills you need to feel safe. Walk-ins accepted every Wed. from 2-4 p.m. at or call for a special appointment. Individuals and groups welcome, so call today. In appreciation of Military Spouses Get fluid levels and tire pressure checked in your vehicle for FREE Assistance on vehicle maintenance checks is available for vehicles, bay use fees apply. Need parts for your vehicle? Come to the Auto Parts Yard for winter tires, snow chains, first aid kits, winter triangles, windshields, fenders, radios and more. Need a used Car? Affordable Used Car SalesGet a great deal on a used car at the Baumholder Auto Parts Yard. Testdrive vehicles on location and go over what papers are needed to register vehicles. Come to the Auto Parts Yard to put in a sealed bid or cash and carry automobile. You must have a valid USAEUR driver’s license and be a U.S. ID card holder. The vehicle must be registered with USAEUR prior to removal from the auto lot. Vehicle Safety Inspection Come by the Auto Skills Center every Wed. at 2 p.m. to have the auto skills staff assist you in inspecting: Coolant, tires, wipers, lights, exhaust, etc. For those new to the auto skills center, consider taking our shop orientation class. Learn how to acquire a bay, obtain tools, operate car lifts and find the locations of hazardous waste receptacle. Towing and Roadside offered to ID Card Holders with proof of ownership (registration) anywhere in Germany Tue - Sat 1000 - 1800. Tow fees: $50 Hookup Fee plus a one way charge of $1.00 per kilometer.Roadside Assistance (Change a flat or jump start). Fee $ 20 only offered within USAG Baumholder Tue - Sat 1000 - 1800.
Baumholder Arts and Crafts
For more information, call DSN 485-6687 or 06783-6-6687. Monthly newsletter: email artscenter@eur.army.mil and you’ll be added to our list. Then, every month, our newsletter will be sent right to your email. Find out about new offers and sales. Get the complete class schedule for the upcoming month. Read up on our available group discounts. Baumholder Craft Shop: Looking for craft supplies? We have them! Find just what you are looking for to finish your crafting project. Areas include Scrapbooking, Sewing, Knitting / crochet, Yarn, Kids crafts, Cake decorating, Fine Arts and Jewelry making. Special orders are available, depending on availability. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 1100-1800 Sat Noon-1700 Sun and Holidays Close. Creative Arts Center Plaque Shop Need plaques for saying farewell to a colleague, a unit award to commend excellence or athletic achievement? Plaques are perfect for military awards and farewell gifts. All projects are priced based on design, size, and material selection. Projects are usually available within a week, but customers may also request a 48-hour service for an extra charge. Craft classes available every month For a list of the prices and times of each class, visit us to pick up a copy of our monthly newsletter. Classes take place during the afternoons, evenings and weekends. Sign up with a friend to take advantage of our 50% Buddy Discount. Professional Framing Bring your paintings, prints or awards, coins and military insignia to make your treasures a true work of art. Projects are priced upon design, size, frame and mat selection. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Hilltop Theater and Glee Club For more information call The Hilltop Theater at 485-7244. The Glee Club is a professional level show choir for the Baumholder community. They will perform throughout the year for various events. The singers are a mix of American and German volunteers that produce quality musical performances. The Glee Club is looking for talented singers who want to develop their skills in music. For more information call The Hilltop Theater at 485-7244. Join the Hilltop Theater Group The Hill Top staff works with a large group of American and German Volunteers to produce quality English Language community theatre. The theater group is looking for volunteers who wish to discover the joy of performing. The Hill Top will produce a wide variety of shows this year including Dramas, Musicals and Comedies. Hilltop Community Theater is open to all ID cardholders and local nationals. A variety of performances -- mysteries, dramas, comedies, one-act plays and musicals. The Hilltop staff works with a large group of U.S. and German volunteers to produce quality English language community theater. Volunteers are the core of the theater and the soul of the performances. The Hilltop offers local nationals a chance to improve their on-the-spot speaking skills while offering host nation relations and a way for Americans stationed in Baumholder to touch the community. The theater relies on the dedication of volunteers who are willing to commit time and effort to creating the best possible experience for the audience. Volunteers who wish to discover the joy of performing are welcome.
Baumholder Library
Mon-Thurs 10-8, Fri closed, Sat & Sun 12-5 For more information call the library at mil 485-1740 or (06783) 6-1740 or visit the Library located in bldg 8332, the Iron Works Building on Smith Barracks. Second Saturday Family Fun at the Library Try out new Wii video games. Use our Video Messenger system to record a family Read-A-Long. Create a seasonal craft using library resources. Start a scrapbook Toddler Story Time Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Pre-literacy program for ages 2-3. Finger & Word play, songs & games incorporated into stories. Adult & Family Programs Library Resources for Homework Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Research, databases, ask a librarian; approximately one hour.
Lagerhof Inn
GEB. 8076 IVY ST. SMITH BARRACKS BAUMHOLDER, DEU 55774 Accepts requests for official travelers 30 days in advance. Unofficial travelers - 24 hours in advance. Reservation Desk Hours are: Monday - Friday 0630-2230 Saturday - Sunday U.S. holidays 0700-2200Check in time is after 1400 hours / Check-Out time is prior to 1100 hours.Reception Desk Contact Information: DSN: 485-1700 Civilian + 49 (0) 6783999 300 Email: : lagerhofinn@eur.army.mil. Late arrivals All reservations will be released/cancelled at 1800 hours on the day of arrival if there is a failure to confirm the reservation at least 48 hrs prior. If your reservations are confirmed and your itinerary has changed notify the receptionist desk prior to 1800 hours on the date of arrival or sooner.
Book a Librarian by appointment every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. College research, academic assistance, web surfing. Children’s Story Time Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. Every Tues. at 3:30 p.m. for ages 4-6. Whole Language & phonics, crafts & educational exercises. Adult & Young Adult Book Clubs Contact library to join. Selected from Army Europe Libraries book kits. Meet new people. Anime Knock Out (AKO) club Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Find out more about Japanese animation & manga. Come enjoy our large screen television! AKO is adults only due to mature themes and content. Library website: http://www.library.eur.army.mil
Pets are allowed at the Lagerhof Inn, however there is a non reimbursable fee for room fumigation of $50 and $3 a day pay charges. Guests traveling with pets are responsible for care of their pets in and out of the rooms. Pets are not authorized to be left in the room unattended unless in a pet kennel and guests are required to pick-up after their pets in the pet walk areas. Guests are responsible for all damage. Continental breakfast A complementary continental breakfast is served daily Monday - Friday 0630-0930Satsun - us holidays 0830-1030 Free laundry Free in-house laundry for guests. Coin machines for soap and softener. Fitness room We offer a small well equipped fitness room daily from 0630-2200. Children under 14 are not authorized. Key may be obtained on a daily basis from the front desk.
NAF Jobs with Family and MWR
Need a job; know someone who needs a job? Morale, Welfare and Recreation is currently hiring. Contact Yvonne Ilic at NAF CPO 06783-66566 or 485-6566. Get paid to be creative The Art and Craft Center in Baumholder is looking for paid and volunteer teachers for the following classes; floral arranging, sewing, quilting, pottery, painting (acrylic, oil and/or watercolor), drawing, sculpting, food art, cake decorating and photography. For more info call DSN 485-6687 or 06783-66687 or come by the Art Center M-F 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sa Noon - 5 p.m. or email: artscenter@eur.army.mil Family Child Care Jobs Love children? Family Child Care (FCC) is the place to be. If you are interested in starting your own childcare business, FCC can help. Have the best of both worlds: Stay at home with your child and earn from $20,000.00 to $40,000.00 or more per year. Family Child Care leads to a long-lasting career and continuing opportunities for professional growth by offering
Child development Associate and FCC Accreditation. Join our winning team and apply to be the best, call FCC to get started. For more information, contact Hildegard Bragg mil 485-6588 civ 06783-66588 or come by the Dispensary CDC, 2nd Floor. Mystery Shopper jobs available in Baumholder Want to earn a little pocket change by giving your opinion about MWR facilities and programs? Become a Mystery Shopper. This is a great opportunity for folks to add quick experience to their resumes and have some fun giving customer feedback while making a little extra cash. All you have to do is contact Kathy McDonnell at KMcDonnell@ bareinternational.com for assistance with registration and getting them started with Bare International. For local assistance in Baumholder contact ray.figueroa1@eur.army. mil or call the ACS volunteer coordinator or the employment readiness coordinator at mil 485-6692.
Value Added Tax Office
When using the Un-priced VAT form in Germany, first ask the merchant if they accept the form. If they do, and after they’ve signed the form, be sure to return the white copy to the USAG Baumholder VAT Office.
Value Added Tax Relief 19% There are two types of VAT forms: the Unpriced form for purchases up to € 2,499.99 without tax and the priced form for purchases over € 2,500 without tax. Un-priced are $4 each and are used for everyday kinds of purchases such as furniture and clothes. The priced form is $6 and generally used for vehicle purchases/repairs.
For purchases using the Priced form, you must present an advance cost estimate (Angebot/Kostenvoranschlag) to the VAT Office BEFORE the actual purchase.
VAT hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to Noon and 1-5 p.m. ALL DAY WEDNESDAYS! For more information stop by the USAG BaumholderVAT Office or call DSN 485-1780 / CIV 06783-6-1780
VAT forms are not allowed for purchases related to investment, resale or real property.
Be sure to ask our friendly VAT Office staff about tax free utilities (electric, water, gas) in Germany for the following utility companies in the baumholder region: RWE Trier, Stadtwerke Kusel, Pfalzwerke, OIE, Stadtwerk Energis Saarbrücken.
MWR Clubs, Restaurants and Diners Shooters Sports Bar & Diner Don’t have time to drive out to the facility? Call in your order with Shooters home delivery 06783)-4242 or 1852771. Delivery is available to Smith Barracks and the Wetzel Housing Area every day except Wednesday from 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Shooters/Outdoor Rec (ODR). Friday Karaoke at Shooters Sports Bar & Diner Come out to sing karaoke to your favorite tunes with DJ MiClovin every Friday from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Saturday night Country at Shooters Sports Bar & Diner Kick up your heels with boot-scooting music as the DJ plays from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Food available at Shooters Diner Saturday until 2 a.m. Rheinlander Community Club Bldg. 8085 Smith Barracks, Baumholder. Restaurant is closed on Monday evenings, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, but open for special event bookings. Rheinlander catering at the Rheinlander Community Club Need an event catered? Siggi’s famously delicious cooking is a great way to cater your next event no matter how large or small. All menu items are priced by the dozen except platters. Have lunch on us at the Rheinlander Community Club Purchase ten all-you-can-eat meals to get the 11th one FREE. Just ask your server for a punch card upon paying for your meal. One free meal per person upon redemption of this card. The lunch buffet is $8, Mon-Fri 11 a.m.1:30 p.m. and the dinner buffet is $8, Thur-Fri. 5-9 p.m. All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet at the Rheinlander Community Club $8 dessert bar, tea (free refills). Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Chicken Buffett at the Rheinlander Community Club Thursday $8 with dessert bar, tea (free refills). 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Family Style Dinner at the Rheinlander Community Club Friday $8 with dessert bar, tea (free refills). 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Siggi’s signature cuisine at the Java Café Are you just too busy for lunch? Grab a specialty coffee or drink at the Java Café and one of Siggi Zimmer’s specialty sandwiches or wraps while you are there. Siggi currently offers a selection of grilled chicken, ham and turkey at the Java Café counter, wrapped and ready to take-out. Keep an eye on the display counter; Siggi is now offering specialty cakes such as Black Forest cake and cheesecake at the Java Café.You can get even more wholesome quick meals at the Java with even more menu items: turkey wraps ($3.50). Items are made fresh daily from the Rheinlander and include all fresh ingredients with various combinations, including chicken, ham and veggies. Free WiFi at the Java Café Take the time to stay connected with your friends and family with free wireless internet connection. The Java Cafe is a great location for Family Readiness Group Meetings and socializing. Come to the Java Cafe for great coffee specials that are updated throughout the year to reflect the changing seasons as well as the tastes of our customers. Grab a wrap for lunch or snack at the counter to compliment your coffee, tea or other drink specialty selection.
Golf Course Tournament Schedule 2011 Thurs., May 05, 2011 Sun., May 15, 2011 Sat., May 07, 2011 Sat., May 14, 2011 Thurs., May 12, 2011 Mon., May 16, 2011 Tuesday, May 17, 2011 Wednesday, May 18, 2011 Thurs., May 19, 2011 Thurs., May 19, 2011 Thurs., May 26, 2011 Thurs., June 02, 2011 Sun., June 05, 2011 Thurs., June 09, 2011 Sat., June 11, 2011 Sat., June 11, 2011 Thurs., June 16, 2011 Sun., June 19, 2011 Thurs., June 23, 2011 Thurs., June 30, 2011 Mon., July 04, 2011 Thurs., July 07, 2011 Thurs., July 14, 2011 Sat.,July 16, 2011 Thurs., July 21, 2011 Sun., July 24, 2011 Thurs., July 28, 2011 Sat., July 30, 2011 Thurs., Aug. 04, 2011 Sat.,Aug. 06, 2011 Thurs., Aug. 11, 2011 Sun., Aug. 14, 2011 Thurs., Aug. 18, 2010 Sat., Aug. 20, 2011 Sun., Aug. 21, 2010 Thurs., Aug. 25, 2010 Thurs., Sept 01, 2011 Sat., Sept. 03, 2011 Sun., Sept. 04, 2011 Thurs., Sept. 08, 2011 Sat., Sept. 10, 2011 Thurs., Sept. 15, 2011 Sun., Sept. 18, 20011 Thurs., Sept. 22, 2011 Sat.,Sept. 24, 2011 Thurs., Sept. 29, 2010 Sun., Oct. 02, 2011 Sat.,Oct. 08, 2011 Sat., Oct. 15, 2011 Sun., Nov. 06, 2011 Sat., Nov. 12, 2011
Thurs. Night Scramble Saisoneroeffnung Spring Open Kids Golf Clinic Thurs. Night Scramble Ladies Golf Clinic Ladies Golf Clinic Ladies Golf Clinic Ladies Golf Clinic Thurs. Night Scramble Thurs. Night Scramble Thurs. Night Scramble Fruelingsturnier Thurs. Night Scramble Kids Golf Clinic Commander’s Cup Thurs. Night Scramble Preis des Vorstandes Thurs. Night Scramble Thurs. Night Scramble Independence Day Scramble Thurs. Night Scramble Thurs. Night Scramble Kids Golf Clinic Thurs. Night Scramble Baumholder Open Thurs. Night Scramble Jungsenioren Thurs. Night Scramble Kids Golf Clinic Thurs. Night Scramble Preis des Praesidenten Thurs. Night Scramble American Club Champs. American Club Champs. Thurs. Night Scramble Thurs. Night Scramble Clubmeisterschaften Clubmeisterschaften Thurs. Night Scramble Ryder Cup Thurs. Night Scramble Herbstpreis Thurs. Night Scramble Kids Golf Clinic Thurs. Night Scramble Erntedank Kids Golf Clinic Fall Scramble Martinsgans Turkey Shoot
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Notes: Mens/Ladies Days held every Wednesday starting on 04 May 2011, and ending on 09 Nov. 2011. German Members have priority on the tee box for this event starting at 2 p.m. Starting 15 Sept., morning weather conditions may cause delays in the start of an event. Non-members are required to pay greens fees for all events. All sign-up for tournaments deadlines will be the last working day before tournament starts.To complete tournament registration, the player must pay for the event in advance. Persons who sign up for a tournament and do not show up will not receive a refund. Golf course will open for public play 15 minutes after the last group tees off in events that require tee times. Golf course will open for public play 15 minutes after the last group passes the first tee in Shotgun Start tournaments. US - Rolling Hills Golf Course sponsored event. Entry fee for all events is $35.00 for members and $40.00 for non-members. (except Club Champs. which is $60.00 for members and $75.00 for non-members). Kids Sat. Golf Clinic cost is $5 per visit. The entry fee includes clubs, balls, and the lesson Thurs. Night Scramble sign up deadline is 5:45. Entry fee is $15. Rolling Hills Management will determine teams for this event. German - Rolling Hills Golf Club sponsored event. Entry fee is determined by the German Club. Ladies Clinic is 3 sessions of golf instruction culminating in a 9 hole mini tournement on the last day for the cost of $ 50.00. Golf Balls and Clubs provided. Closed Events - fields to be determined by Team Captains, or a part of a german golf league. No sign-ups will be allowed for these events.
USAG-Baumholder FMWR TELEPHONE DIRECTORY FMWR FAX: 485-6960 (or 06783-6-6960) Dragoon Circle, 55774 Baumholder 8680 Director 8680 1550/7289 Management Assistant 8680 Conference-Room 8680 Information Services 8680 Functional Admin 8680 Marketing 8680
485485-1550 485-7332 485-6909 485-7444 485-6263
BOD – BUSINESS OPERATIONS DIV. Business Operations Officer 485-6970 Strikers Bowling, 8105 485-6569 Rheinlander 8085 485-6533/8248 Java Café, 8667 485-6439 Rolling Hills Golf, 8888 485-7299/6172 CRD – COMMUNITY RECREATION DIV. Bldg 8680 CRD Chief 485-6154 Creative Arts, 8895 485-6687/6021 Hilltop Theatre, 8895 485-7244 Auto Craft Shop, 8438 485-6344 Auto Parts Yard, 8443 485-6684 Library, 8106 485-8851 Librarian, 8106 485-7229/1740 Outdoor Recreation, 8167 485-7182 Rod & Gun Pro Shop, 8167 485-6202 ODR Club House, 8167 4857182/6345/6202 Non-Facility Based Programs and BOSS Advisor, 8680 485-6115 Sports & Fitness: 8105 485-7176/6671 Supv. Sports Specialist 485-7176/6671 Fitness Coordinator, 8895 485-6671 Health & Fitness, 8105 485-6671 Hall of Champions, 8105 4856303/6615/6615 Mountaineer, 8220 485-7418/7286 Aquatics Pool, 8897 485-7093
FMD – FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT bldg 8680 Budget Analyst, 8680 485-6026 Check Control/Budget 485-6130 NAF Property 485-6435 VAT (Tax) Office, 8661 485-1780 Financial Assistant, 8680 485-7263 LAGERHOF INN, 8076 485-7433 Reservation desk 485-1700/8076 CPO – AF services 6725 U.S. Specialist Asst. U.S. Specialist LN Specialist CPO – NAF services NAF Human Resources Assistant Wiesbaden NAF Wiesbaden AF
Fax: 485485-1630 485-6735 485-6590 Fax:2868 485-6566 334-2547 334-2539
ACS-ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE bldg 8746 ACS Chief 485-8188 Info Referral 485-8188 Info Referral/Marketing 485-6808 Admin. Office 485-6818 Admin Office 485-6171 Army Emergency Relief 485-6252 FR Program 485-6372 Mobility/Deployment Outreach 485-8183 Community Information 485-6914 CIC Spec 485-6914 Employment Readiness 485-6565 Exceptional Family Member 485-8184 485-7258 Family Advocacy Program 485-6468 Family Advocacy Program 485-6985 Family Advocacy Program 485-8839 Family Advocacy Program 485-7368 Emergency Placement Care 485-8542 Family Advocacy Program 485-8012 Family Advocacy, 8444 485-7136 Family Advocacy,8444 485-7136 New Parent Support, 8746 485-6872 Relocation, 8746 485-6696 Relocation, 8746 485-8011 Relocation, 8746 485-6805 Relocation, 8746 485-8186 Volunteer Program Installation AFAP/AFTB, 8746 485-6692
Soldier and Family Assistance Center, 8746
485-6871/9145
CYS-CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Bldg 8743 CYS Chief 485-7210 Military Family Life Consultants, 8745 015224211044 Central Registration, 8743 485-7003 Central Registration, 8743 485-7003 Family Child Care (FCC), 8743 485-6588 Nurse, 8743 485-6639 Outreach Services 485-7393 School Liaison Officer, 8743 485-6968 Functional Technology, 8743 485-6852 USAG-Baumholder FMWR Family Support Programs CYS-CHILD & YOUTH SERVICS Bldg 8743 CYSS Chief 485-8664 Parent Cen Services, 8743, 485-7003 Deployment Services 8743, 485-6756 Family Child Care, 8743, 485-6588 Nurse, 8743, 485-6639 Outreach Services 485-7393 School Liaison Ofcr, 8743, 485-6968 Functional Technology, 8743, 485-6852 SKIES, 8046, 485-6641 Youth Sports/Fitness, 8743, 485-7198 Sports Distribution, 8438, 485-7320 Program Operations, 8743 485-8664 Deployment Services 8743, 485-6756 Child Development Centers: Smith CDC, 8099, 485-6461/7227 Wetzel CDC, 8862 485-7284/7133 School Age Center, 8879, 485-7475/8792 Wetzel Middle School & Teen Program, 8875, 485-6810/6323 Workforce Prep. 8875 485-6810 Military Family Life Consultants, 8745 015224211044
CALLING OTHER GARRISONS DSN CITY.(CITY CODE)CIVILIAN.............................PREFIX 468 Ansbach......................(0981)......................183-last 3/15xx ....................................................................................or 16xx-last 4 489 Bamberg..................... (0951)............................... 300-last 4 485 Baumholder.............(06783)....................................6-last 4 365 Brussels..................(02-707).....................................9 last 3 368 Brussels....................(02717).................................... 9-last 3 361 Chievres.......................(068).................................. 27 last 4 440 Garmisch..................(08821)............................... 750-last 3 475 Grafenwoehr...........(09641)..................................83-last 4 370 Heidelberg...............(06221).................................. 57-last 4 371 Heidelberg................(06221)................................342-last 3
380 382 385 480 360 364 354 379 375 496 366 423
Mannheim.................. (0621)............................... 730-last 4 Mannheim.................. (0621)............................... 779-last 4 Mannheim.................. (0621)............................... 730-last 4 Ramstein..................(06371).................................. 47-last 4 Schinnen..................... (0031).........................46-443-last 4 Schinnen (AFNORTH).(0031)..................... 45-526-last4 Schweinfurt.............(09721)..................................96-last 4 Schwetzingen......... (06202)..................................80-last 4 Seckenheim................ (0621)................................487-last 4 Sembach.................. (06302).................................. 67-last 4 SHAPE..........................(065)..................................32-last 4 SHAPE..........................(065)..................................44-last 4
373 Heidelberg...............(06221).....................................17- last 374 Heidelberg...............(06221)............................... 398-last 3 388 Heidelberg...............(06221)............................... 338-last 4 466 Hohenfels................ (09472)..................................83-last 4 467 Illesheim....................(09841)..................................... 83-last 467 Katterbach................(09802..................................83-last 4 482 Kaiserslautern........... (0631)................................415-last 4 483 Kaiserslautern........... (0631)................................ 411-last 4 484 Kaiserslautern........... (0631)..................................43-last 4 486 Landstuhl..................(06371)..................................86-last 4 88 Landstuhl....................(06371)..................................92-last 4 633 Livorno (Camp Darby).(050)...............................54-last 4 334 Mainz-Kastel............(06134)............................... 508-last 3
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Spangdahlem........... (06565).................................. 61-last 4 Stuttgart (Robinson..(0711)................................819-last 4 Stuttgart (Kelley).......(0711)................................729-last 4 Stuttgart (Patch)........(0711)............................... 680-last 4 Stuttgart (Panzer)..(07031)..................................15-last 3 Vilseck...................... (09662)..................................83-last 4 Vicenza...................... (0444)............................71 last 4336 Wiesbaden..................(0611).............................4080-last 3 Wiesbaden..................(0611)................................816-last 4 Wiesbaden..................(0611)............................... 705-last 4 Wiesbaden..................(0611)............................... 380-last 4 Würzburg (Hospital).(0931)............................8043-last 3 Würzburg (Leighton).(0931)............................. 889-last 4
Baumholder on AFN Radio
Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday at 5 p.m. on AFN FM 100.2 Kaiserslautern or FM 106.1 Baumholder for the latest on Baumholder news. Dawn Crilly talks about sport and fitness happenings in Baumholder every Tuesday while a new guest speaker joins AFN on Thursdays at drive time. To keep up on the latest in TV schedules, weather, gas prices and exchange rates: log on to http://www.afneurope.net. Keep up to date on the latest local information by tuning your AFN Decoder to channel 19! You’ll get news and information about installations in the KMC and Baumholder. Just tune your AFN Decoder to channel 19. Listen to AFN radio on your TV. Tune your AFN Satellite Decoder to channel 192 to listen to 100.2 FM or tune your Decoder to channel 193 to listen to 1107 AM. For a complete listing of all the channels available on your AFN Satellite Decoder visit afneurope.net.
AFN Europe Radio Frequencies Germany Ansbach Bamberg Bitburg Bonn Frankfurt Garmisch
AM 1485 1143* 1143 ---- 873 1485
FM 107.3 ---105.1 107.9 98.7 90.3
Grafenwoehr 1107 Heidelberg 1143 Hohenfels 1485* Kaiserslautern 1107 Mannheim 1143 Pirmasens ---- Schweinfurt 1143
101.4 104.6 89.4** 100.2 107.3 103.0 87.7
Stuttgart Vilseck SHAPE Schinnen ITALY
1143 102.3 1107 98.5 or 107.6 ---- 104.2 ---- 89.2 ---- 106.0
Foreign country codes Stateside DSN Austria................................... 0043 from DSN in Germany: Belgium...................................0032 Bosnia-Herzegovina......... 00387 Bulgaria................................ 00359 Croatia................................ 00385 Czech Republic .................. 0042 Denmark............................... 0045 England/UK.......................... 0044 Finland................................. 00358 France.....................................0033 Germany*............................. 0049 Greece................................... 0030 Hungary . .............................0036 Ireland ................................ 00353 Italy ........................................0039 Lichtenstein...........................0041 Luxembourg....................... 00352 Macedonia.......................... 00389 Netherlands..........................0031 Norway..................................0047 Poland.................................... 0048 Portugal................................00351 Romania................................ 0040 Russia........................................007 Slovenia............................... 00386 Slovakia............................... 00421 Spain....................................... 0034 Sweden.................................. 0046 Switzerland............................0041 Turkey.................................... 0090 United States..........................001 *Calls to Germany from other countries.
Direct to the U.S.: 001 + area code + number.
From the U.S. to Germany: 011 + 49 + phone number.
312 + 7 digit DSN.
For Information & Emergency dial Operator Assistance.......................0 Information......................... DSN 113
AMERICAN RED CROSS After Hours Emergencies DSN .....................................431-2334 Civ...............................07031-152-334
EMERGENCY WORK ORDER DSN ................................................115
AMBULANCE Duty Hours ....................... DSN 116 After Hours ....................... DSN 114 FIRE DSN.................................................117
POLICE Military ............................... DSN 114 German ........... 110 (from Civ. line)
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Installation overview: Located in the German state of Rheinland-Pfalz, 30 miles from France and Luxembourg. Garrison installations include Smith Barracks, Wetzel Housing and Quartermaster kaserne. It is home to the 170th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and other support units/elements. Climate: moderate Western European climate with four seasons; due to elevation, phases of inclement weather during winter months. Installation population: About 5,000 military; 1,500 U.S. and host nation; civilians; 6.500 family members. The USAG Baumholder continues to be on the enduring installation list.