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Garrison, IMCOM region director recognize teams, individuals
Wiesbaden: Our home in Germany
Oct. 8, 2015
Garrison hosts domestic violence awareness vigil
By Shayna Brouker
U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office
Installation Management Command-Europe Region Director Michael Formica took time to highlight the definition of the Army professional ethic — and to recognize Wiesbaden’s best and brightest garrison employees who exemplify those traits. “Professionals value the service they render to society more than the benefits society provides them,” he said in his presentation. “This is why a profession is a calling — it is something far more important and satisfying to the professional than a job.” Several Army professionals, both teams and individuals, were recognized during the ceremony held Oct. 2 at the Tony Bass Center. First up was the Special Recognition Team Award, given to Judith RodriguezVera, Monika Salfelder, Kai Eberle, Angel Jimenez, Thomas Watson, Carl-Joerg Hartmann-Schwarzmann, Achim Rusche, Klaus Herbst, Klaus Hahn, Heinz Loos, Oliver Hroch, Jonathan Siegel, Daniela Rode, Oliver Klatt, Dirk Ulbrich, Timo Spindler, Stefan Borgner, Elke Stock, Hans Ohmer, Dominic Nava and Steffen Kirchner for their role in the development of the USAG Wiesbaden Master Plan and management of $700 million in new construction and renovation projects over a seven-year period. The massive transformation project provided operational, housing, and community support facilities for U.S. Army Europe headquarters, V Corps, and supporting military intelligence, signal and aviation units. Efforts of the team resulted in the successful movement of over 6,000 military and civilian personnel arriving and departing the Wiesbaden military community. “This award is presented as an expression of the gratitude from the Soldiers, Civilians, and Families of the USAG Wiesbaden community for the outstanding support you give our installation,” read narrator Arne Curtis. Those employees exhibiting excellent customer service skills were also recognized with the monthly Customer Service Award. They received a $500 cash award and a certificate of achievement. The winners were John Jones from the directorate See ‘Recognition’ on page 5
Inside STEM inspires middle schoolers
Pros take time to teach. See page 12.
Photo by Shayna Brouker
Community members gather for the Family Advocacy Program’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month Candlelight Vigil Oct. 1 at the Clay Kaserne Chapel. Garrison Commander Col. Mary Martin signed a domestic violence proclamation affirming the garrison’s promise to prevent domestic violence, which has seen an upward trend in the Army in recent years.
Host nation, garrison police officers team up for Law Enforcement Day By Shayna Brouker
U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office
With a population of more than 19,000 on a bustling garrison with multiple events and activities happening every day, it takes a strong police presence to ensure safety and security — a duty USAG Wiesbaden law enforcement officials are happy to share with the Wiesbaden Polizei and other security forces. The two organizations, along with the Wiesbaden Fire Depart-
Travel to Poland See the first part in a two-part series. See page 16.
ment, took a short break from patrolling streets to break bread with each other during the annual German-American Law Enforcement Luncheon Sept. 30 at Little Italy. “When it comes to helping with our events, we couldn’t do it without our partners,” said Garrison Commander Col. Mary Martin. “Due to the personnel in this room, we couldn’t do air traffic control, joint patrols or a See ‘LE Day’ on page 9
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West Hesse Police President Stefan Mueller.
MWR Customer Appreciation Day
See page 4.
Commentary Ask the commander Response: Thank you for your comment and concern. We have taken your suggestion and will have players’ benches at the fields from now on.
Editor’s note: Have something you’d like to share with the commander? Send an ICE comment or contact the Commander’s Hotline (click the Feedback link on the garrison home page).
U’R Place praise
Soccer fields Anonymous said: Col. Mary Martin, U.S. The soccer fields on Army Garrison WiesHainerberg near the baden commander Commissary could very much use benches on each side of the field for when the youth team players are not playing during the game or taking a “break.” There are bleachers for the parents to sit but for the kids sitting out they sit on the ground. Please, consider benches for them to sit on instead of the ground.
out to me some things I should start watching more closely because of the age and mileage of my truck. Never expected that. You should take pride in this operation.
Fred B. said: The Caribbean Block Party event was MP thanks one of the greatest events I have ever participated in, Anonymous said: Thank you Military Police for they should have this more often. Food was delicious [monitoring traffic speed] at the end of the one way and service was excellent. on Washingtonstrasse in Hainerberg. Know that those efforts to improve the safety on our Garrison streets Recycle Center Anonymous said: The staff is very friendly and are much appreciated by the residents and community efficient, they know their job. And the variety of items members! found is amazing! An excellent program for the community. The hours could be expanded, as for working people we have only the lunch time. It would be extremely beneficial if a roof could be installed so that items placed outside don’t get ruined when it rains.
No faults with Vehicle Inspection
Anonymous said: Vehicle Inspection — world class operation. Staff was friendly, efficient and wasted no time. After inspecting my car the inspectors pointed
Communications networking
Flu Shots
Flu season is coming — get prepared and get vaccinated at one of the Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic’s community vaccination sessions listed below.
Oct. 15
3 to 6 p.m., Hainerberg Elementary School
Oct. 17
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fall Bazaar, Clay Kaserne
Oct. 21
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tony Bass Gym, Clay Kaserne
Oct. 28
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tony Bass Gym, Clay Kaserne
Nov. 3
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., ACS Bldg., Hainerberg
Nov. 4
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tony Bass Gym, Clay Kaserne
Nov. 13
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., PX, Hainerberg Shopping Mall
Nov. 18
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tony Bass Gym, Clay Kaserne
Nov. 21
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., PX, Hainerberg Shopping Mall
Nov. 25
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tony Bass Gym, Clay Kaserne
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Members of various American and German public affairs, marketing and communication offices meet with German Army Brig. Gen. Markus Laubenthal, U.S. Army Europe chief of staff, during the public affairs networking day Oct. 5.
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The overlooked: Financial abuse and domestic violence against men and same-sex couples By Shelby Van Voris Special to the Herald Union
Every minute, 24 people in the United States are abused. Not all of them are women. Men and same-sex couples are some of the overlooked victims of domestic violence. Financial abuse is another way domestic violence can be perpetrated. October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. This article highlights these three underrepresented areas of domestic violence.
Men
One in seven men have experienced domestic violence in his lifetime. In 2010, the Centers for Disease control reported that 40 percent of all victims of domestic violence were men. Of the group surveyed, 63 percent of the male victims experienced a deadly weapon used against them during an altercation. These incidents go under-reported, strengthening the stigma in all societies around the world that men aren’t victims. However, simply knowing the statistics is not enough. Despite the perception, men are victims too. The signs and symptoms of domestic violence are the same for men as they are for women. They can include: - Threats of violence - Name-calling and hurtful language - Controlling behavior, limiting access to money, family, work and friends - Forcing a partner to have sex against his/her will - Kicking, slapping, hitting, choking the partner, their children and/or pets These are the same indicators that women experi-
ence. Violence against men isn’t markedly different than violence against women. If you feel you are a victim, reach out to the Family Advocacy Program for help.
abuse include: - Your partner withholds access to accounts - Your partner forbids you to get a job or sabotages your ability to get/maintain a job Same-sex couples - Your partner excessively spends on joint accounts Just as under-reported as men, same-sex couples - Your partner withholds money, limiting you to experience domestic violence at the same rate as their resources such as food, gas, or the ability to pay mutual heterosexual peers. Approxiexpenses in the home mately 25 percent of all same“If you feel you are a - Your partner uses your sex couples experience domestic victim, reach out to the identity to open new accounts violence in their homes. The Family Advocacy Program - Your partner refuses to same characteristics of domestic contribute to family expenses for help.” violence, as described above, ap- Your partner hides assets ply to same-sex couples. There Finances often lead to are, however, unique factors for domestic violence marital struggle. Every couple, at one point, experivictims in same-sex relationships that include: ences financial strain. Financial Readiness and AER - Threats from your partner/spouse to share your at Army Community Services can help alleviate some sexuality with family, friends, coworkers - Partner/spouse sharing your sexuality with friends, of this stress. If you feel you are the victim of financial abuse, family, coworkers please call the Family Advocacy Program. The USAG Often, same sex domestic violence victims do not report the abuse, fearful of sharing their homosexual or Wiesbaden Domestic Violence Hotline is (0162) transsexual status. Family Advocacy offers an option 297-5625. As a reminder, on Oct. 8 Army Community Service called “restricted reporting” to all victims utilizing free and confidential services. The restricted option allows staff will be handing out domestic violence awareness victims to get support, referrals and crisis intervention pins and bracelets. We encourage community memwithout involving police and the authorities. bers to wear these throughout the month, showing your support for domestic violence victims and the Financial abuse Often as a victim advocate, I hear “That’s just resources available. Editor’s note: Shelby Van Voris is the USAG Wiesthe way he/she is with money.” Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence. Indicators of financial baden ACS Victim Advocate Coordinator.
Suicide prevention means a constant invitation for help By Staff Sgt. Keith Anderson Fort Hood, Texas
He had received all the mandatory training and watched all the suicide prevention videos, but was not prepared when his best friend took his own life. “We were like family,” said Sgt. Oronde Foster, barracks management noncommissioned officer, or NCO, for 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. “He was always at the house. We worked on cars together. Our kids played together.” His friend, a 23-year-old sergeant in the brigade, committed suicide in 2014 — one of 288 active-duty military personnel, who took their own life that year. “There were no signs,” Foster said. “That day we talked about his plans to get a new apartment with a pool, and to become a drill sergeant. That evening there were strange messages on his Facebook. I was calling him and couldn’t get through. I called his mom and found out what happened.” While there were no signs, there were risk factors, Foster said. “He was in the Advanced Leader’s Course and comes home on a Saturday morning and finds out there’s an order saying he can’t see his wife and kids,” he said. Foster said Soldiers need to watch for these types of warning signs and risk factors, and ensure those that need help get counseling or — for example — place Soldiers temporarily in the barracks to ease tensions
after a domestic dispute. “They should be taken to counseling, find out what happened before the incident” he said. But everything can’t be solved though Army programs, he said. “I know some people say the Army should do everything, but some things the Army can’t fix,” Foster said. “It’s up to us as individuals to look out for each other. And follow up.” The Army has set aside September as Suicide Prevention Month, and at every level, units are reaching out to those that are hurting. “Every Soldier should know that he or she can tell anyone that ‘I am hurting; I am suicidal,’” said Chaplain (Maj.) Jamison Bowman, brigade chaplain for 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team. “It’s not enough to brief suicide prevention monthly or quarterly, there needs to be a constant invitation for help.” Soldiers should talk to someone before the problems get too big to handle, said Albert Doepner, military family life counselor for 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team. “Hopefully, I can talk to people before their problems get too serious,” he said. “We can do some problem solving.” Talking with the military family life counselor is confidential, said Doepner, adding that the counselor is also available to talk to family members. The efforts of those taking action to help those in need means that there are success stories among those
who considered suicide. “I’m a very outgoing person,” said Spc. Eric Batten, automated logistics specialist, Forward Support Company J, 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team. “I always try to make people smile. When I was depressed, I was not talking, pushing people aside. I stopped hanging out with friends and stopped eating.” Batten said Family and relationship issues had become overwhelming for him. “I was in my room all the time thinking, and missing meals — in the back of my head coming to conclusions of ending my own life,” Batten said. “My NCO, he noticed there was something wrong with me, and referred me to the chaplain. The chaplain asked me what my life goals were, and I realized I hadn’t thought about it. I’m actually doing better now, only because the chaplain helped me realize I have goals I want to accomplish and that I do matter.” Over time, and with the help of others — including his mother and friends — Batten said he is now looking to the future. “I want to go to school to become a veterinarian,” he said. “And next month I go to the promotion board.” There are many venues for getting help including the Military Crisis Line, which provides confidential support 24 hours a day at 1-800-273-8255 (press 1) and online chat and text assistance at 838255. In Europe, call 00800 1273 8255 or DSN 118.
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News and features News flash Health Clinic closed
The Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic will be closed Oct. 9 and 12 for the training holiday.
Wiesbaden Finance Office hours
The Wiesbaden Finance Office in Bldg. 1023W will close every Thursday for training from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning Oct. 15.
MWR hosts Customer Appreciation Day It was a day to welcome teachers and administrators, celebrate continued outstanding service by the Wiesbaden Army Community Service staff and for community members to enjoy free food, games and more during Wiesbaden Family and MWR’s Customer Appreciation Day Sept. 30.
U.S. Army CID recruiting
The U. S. Army Criminal Investigation Division is seeking qualified Soldiers to become CID Special Agents. CID Special Agents are highly trained federal agents who conduct criminal investigations that range from homicide to fraud, and when appropriate, work in conjunction with local, state and other federal investigative agencies. CID agents have the opportunity to pursue education at the FBI National Academy, Metropolitan Police Academy at Scotland Yard, the Defense Academy of Credibility Assessment and the Canadian Police College. Visit www.cid.army.mil to apply or visit the Wiesbaden CID office at Clay Kaserne Bldg. 1030 or call mil 337-6552/6554 or civ (0611)7056552/6554.
Funded Legal Education Program
The Funded Legal Education Program provides 25 active duty lieutenants or captains the opportunity obtain a legal education at government expense. Officers with two to six years of total active federal service at the time legal training begins are eligible. Details regarding FLEP eligibility, the application process and service obligation are outlined in Army Regulation 27-1, Chapter 14 (AR 27-1). The eligibility requirements in AR 27-1 are statutory and cannot be waived. The U.S. Army Europe Office of the Judge Advocate can help interested lieutenants and captains learn more and apply for the program (call mil 337-0600 or civ (0611) 143-548-0600). The application deadline is Nov. 1 and interested applicants are encouraged to visit the program website.
Gen. Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award
The nomination window for the annual Gen. Douglas MacArthur Leadership Awards competition is now open, and U.S. Army Europe G1 will accept packets until Nov. 1. All nominees will be evaluated on their overall leadership performance during 2015. The GDMLA program was introduced in 1987 to recognize company-grade and junior warrant officers who demonstrate MacArthur’s ideals of “Duty, Honor, Country,” and have a proven record of extraordinary performance, leadership and achievement. Packets must contain a variety of pieces and GDMLA program overseers are encouraging everyone to start the process as soon as possible. The winners at the USAREUR level will move forward to compete against junior leaders from other major Army commands, where only a few select officers and warrant officers in the active, National Guard and Reserve components across the Army will receive the award. For more information on the eligibility and nomination requirements, contact your unit’s personnel office. For more information on the McArthur Leadership Award Program, visit the Army G-1 website at http://www.armyg1.army. mil/macarthur/default.asp.
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Story and photo by Karl Weisel U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Family and MWR Marketing Office
Garrison leaders recommitted themselves to outstanding customer and employee support during Customer Appreciation Day Sept. 30. The afternoon-long event, held at the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center, featured free food and bowling, a live broadcast by American Forces Network Wiesbaden, a host of giveaways and special recognition of some of the community’s outstanding service providers. “The first thing we want to do is acknowledge our teachers and school administrators who have just returned from summer vacation,” said Greg Holzinger, director of Wiesbaden Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. “Thank you for the jobs you have done and will continue to do for our children’s education,” said Col. Mary Martin, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden commander. “Our teachers are doing a phenomenal job,” Martin said, pointing out that Wiesbaden Middle School, led by Principal Dr. Susan Hargis, was recently named to receive 2015 National Blue Ribbon recognition — a rare honor distinguishing the educational facility as among the top one percent of all U.S. schools — for academic excellence. “The Middle School was already a 2015 National Green Ribbon school — and now it’s receiving the Blue Ribbon. “Our educators are important to our children and to their success in the future,” Martin added. While the Blue Ribbon recognizes outstanding test score achievement, the Green Ribbon recognizes a school focusing on every aspect of a child’s development and growth, the school’s principal explained — academic excellence, environmental commitment and playing a role as “citizens of planet Earth.” “No one has ever gotten both the both the Blue
and Green Ribbons in the same year,” Hargis said. Holzinger, Martin and U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Command Sgt. Maj. Larry Addington also commended the entire staff of Wiesbaden Army Community Service for receiving the 2014 Installation Award of Excellence. “For the last four years our ACS has received 100 percent accreditation during inspections,” said the garrison commander, “sometimes doing it with not as much staff as required, but always getting it done.” The award was signed by Lt. Gen. David D. Halverson, commander of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command. As community members mingled in the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center, enjoying the games, giveaways and refreshments, garrison leaders discussed the importance of taking a few moments to commit to continued customer and employee support through the formal signing of the Employee and Customer Covenant. “I would say the Directorate of Family and MWR is probably the nucleus of our community, supporting our service members, families and civilians,” said Martin. “They do everything. We’ve got a great workforce here — a great group of committed people. Also, we wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the great customers whom we serve.” Wiesbaden’s Family and MWR director added that the covenant not only calls for continued outstanding service, but also ensuring that employees are equipped with the proper tools, skills and support needed to provide that service. “We want to make sure we serve our customers in the best possible way,” he said. “Not only are we showing appreciation and support for the families who came out today — but also recognizing (with the covenant) what we can continue to provide in the future,” added Martin. “Thanks for everything you do for this community, and keep up the good work.”
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of Human Resources, Wanda Garnes from the directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Rodney Shelton from DFMWR, Paul Rayment from DFMWR, Manfred Stroh from the directorate of Public Works, Diana Penzien from DFMWR, Corinna Simmons from DPW and Tumun Ghosh from the 405th Logistical Readiness Command. Next up was the third quarter FY2015 Customer Service Award, the winner of which was chosen by a board of 14 garrison managers. The winner was Paul Rayment of DFMWR. He will be recognized with a $750 cash award and his name engraved on the Garrison Customer Service trophy and picture displayed with the trophy and a plaque at the garrison Headquarters. The USAG Wiesbaden Library team, winner of last quarter’s Team Excellence Award, passed off the trophy to this quarter’s winners, the DPW Garden Architectural Team: Jürgen Lübbe, Osman Bakan, Reiner Raab, Mara Hupfeld, Thorsten Braun and Ramona Täubrich. “The Garden Architectural Team is recognized for their role as an extremely devoted group of professionals that continually enhance the appearance of USAG Wiesbaden,” read Curtis. “Through dedicated efforts, the team developed and successfully implemented garden design to Photo by Carl Burnett beautify newly renovated areas throughout the garrison.” Members of the DPW Garden Architectural Team Jürgen Lübbe, Osman Bakan, Reiner Raab, Mara Employees working for the garrison provide Hupfeld, Thorsten Braun and Ramona Täubrich, stand with their trophy for the Team Excellence Award essential programs and service for the USAG Oct. 1. Wiesbaden community.
Give cyclists a break
Bicycle safety is everyone’s job U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Safety Office As a cyclist, you can reduce your risk of death or injury by following some simple advice, and as a driver near cyclists, safety is your duty as well.
As a cyclist
Be visible and never cycle in the dark without adequate lighting. Wear a helmet. Make sure you keep as far to the right as you can safely ride. Follow the rules of the road, never run traffic lights or weave unpredictably in and out of traffic. Respect other road users — don’t get into shouting matches with motorists; stop at pedestrian crossings; don’t cycle on sidewalks. Watch your speed.
As a driver
Do not pass a cyclist until you can see that you can safely do so. You should allow one meter of space between your vehicle and the bicycle and make sure you do not place the cyclist in danger. If you pass too closely the drag from your car can pull a cyclist off course and cause the rider to swerve out of control. Watch out for cyclists when you are turning right.
Bicycles are vehicles, too In Germany, cyclists are deemed by law to be drivers of vehicles and are entitled to the same rights on the road as motorists. Expect and watch for cyclists along Luftbrueckenstrasse. Treat them as you would any slow-moving vehicle. Do not honk unnecessarily at cyclists. If the need does arise to honk your horn, such as to alert a cyclist that you are about pass, do so at a respectable distance.
Patience, not patients Wait until it is safe to pass a bicycle and refraining from tailgating. Giving cyclists the right of way when the situation calls for it. Allowing extra time for cyclists to go through intersections. Recognizing road hazards that may be dangerous for cyclists and giving cyclists the necessary space to deal with them. In conditions where there is not enough room for a cyclist to ride to the right, they are allowed to ride closer to the lane of traffic, and sometimes even in the lane of traffic. Remember….give a bike a break. Share the lane, look twice and drive nice.
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US, German air defenders conduct integrated live fire By Spc. Jasmin Flores 10th AAMDC Public Affairs
Under misty skies but with high spirits, the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, or AAMDC, Soldiers and German Air Force SAM Wing 1 soldiers start their second day of firing during a live-fire training exercise in Chania, Greece, Oct. 1, at the NATO Missile Firing Installation. As part of the “Rapid Arrow” exercise, 10th AAMDC Soldiers along with five crews from the 5th Battalion, 7th Air Defense Artillery, or ADA, Regiment and 5th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, are participating in a multinational live-fire exercise, with their German Air Force counterparts from SAM Wing 1 based in Husum, Germany. “I like being integrated with them; it gives a different perspective on the Patriot system, and a different approach to doing things,” said 1st Lt. Joseph Foss, a tactical control officer, with 5-7 ADA. Despite training on their equipment daily, Patriot crewmembers can go many years without actually firing a missile. “I’m actually excited that they picked me to come. I never thought I would shoot off a missile or even see one fired,” said Sgt. Joshua Francis, a tactical control assistant, with 5-7 ADA. This culminating event brings together Patriot crews from both nations for this rare opportunity. “I think it’s good for the Soldiers to see that even in other militaries they have some of the same hardships and they overcome it through teamwork,” said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Kevin Kruthers, a tactical control officer, with 5-7 ADA. The purpose of this exercise is to enhance operator proficiency, promote esprit de corps, demonstrate air and missile defense capabilities, and build coalition relationships. “The interoperability of German and American Patriot crew members is part of the foundation of relationships between two allies,” said U.S. Army Europe Commanding General Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges. “This exercise puts Soldiers together in the same crews working together.” During this exercise, the U.S. Patriot crews will be firing their missiles with the German Patriot system to engage multiple targets. This is the first time a Patriot live fire was conducted with completely integrated
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Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Randall Jackson
A Patriot missile leaves the launcher tube on its way to intercept a target during Rapid Arrow, a live-fire exercise in Greece at the NATO Missile Firing Installation, Oct. 1, 2015. crews of Americans and Germans. “I think it’s a good idea to work together to exchange knowledge because we do some stuff very differently,” said Sgt. 1st Class Daniel Retting, with the German SAM Wing 1. Exercise “Rapid Arrow” not only gave many the chance to participate in a Patriot live fire, but it also strengthened the relationship between two allies. “The biggest thing about this exercise is that we are cultivating relationships, and sharing experiences,” Kruthers said. “It is important to participate in exercises like this for perspective, it’s important to know that we are not the only show in town, especially in Europe.”
Photo by Spc. Jasmin Flores
U.S. and German soldiers prepare German Patriot systems for movement during a training exercise in Chania, Greece, Sept. 28, 2015, as part of Rapid Arrow, a multinational live-fire exercise at the NATO Missile Firing Installation.
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Community notes Movie theater
The Taunus Theater construction has been delayed through November to replace seating and the catwalk above the ceiling. The Tony Bass Theater is still showing movies. Visit www.shopmyexchange. com for movie times.
Magic the Gathering
The Wiesbaden MTG Playgroup holds Friday Night Magic starting at 6:45 p.m. at the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center in a variety of formats. Check out www.facebook.com/ groups/USAGWMTG/ for more information.
Soldier for Life Oktoberfest Open The garrison hosts an Army House
Retiree Appreciation Day
in Europe Retiree Appreciation Day Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Activity Center. Agency subject matter experts will be on site to provide assistance with pay inquiries, customs, postal service, military ID cards and additional service. For more information contact Jodi Motszko at civ (0611) 143-548-1614 or jodi.k.motszko.civ@mail.mil.
New Thrift Store hours
Starting in October, the Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club Thrift Store on Mainz Kastel Storage Station will be open from noon to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. This change will be a temporary test of the new hours until November. Fall and winter consignments are welcome starting Sept. 15. For more information, contact Pamela Bartelle at civ (06134) 188-838, email wcscthriftshop@yahoo.com or visit “WCSC Thrift Shop” on Facebook.
Chapel happenings
Wednesday Night Alive at Hainerberg Chapel started Sept. 16 with dinner and discipleship. Dinner served at 5:30 p.m. and the class will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Classes offered are kindergarten through second grade, third through fifth grade, teens, adult study and women’s study. Watch care is available for children younger than five. RSVP at mil 584-5170 or civ (0611) 143-548-5170.
Movies on the Lawn
FMWR hosts Movies on the Lawn Oct. 24 from 8-10 p.m. at Kroesen Loop in Newman Village on Clay Kaserne, showing “Hocus Pocus.” With unpredictable fall weather, make sure to dress appropriately to stay warm. Food and drinks will be available for sale.
Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program will host an open house Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to orient and provide awareness of transition services and information to service members and their Families. The event will take place at the Soldier for Life center, Bldg. 1023E on Clay Kaserne. Resume classes, finance planning, Veterans Affairs benefits, higher education and entrepreneur. Soldiers and their Families can learn how to access higher education while meeting school representatives dressed in traditional Oktobertfest attire. Bavarian-inspired snacks will be offered as well as the chance to win door prizes. For more information call SFL-TAP at mil 548-1304 or civ (0611) 143-548-1304.
Call civ (0611) 143-548-9815 or stop by the Warrior Zone for more information.
Protestant Women of the Chapel
Protestant Women of the Chapel meets every Tuesday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hainerberg Chapel. New members are always welcome. Free WatchCare is provided at the morning sessions. For more information, please contact infowiesbadenpwoc@gmail.com or stop by the next meeting.
ACS offerings
Army Community Services offers Food for Financial Thought classes Sept. 16 through Oct. 28 at the DFAC
Conference Room on Clay Kaserne; TSP Oct. 14; and Staying Out of Debt Oct. 28. Scream-free Marriage classes are offered Oct. 7-8. EFMP Bowling is Oct. 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. (must call to pre-register); Relocation Frankfurter Kleinmarkthalle Tour (meet at Taunus Theater in old PX area) is Oct. 14 at 8:45 a.m.; Resume Class is Oct. 14 from 12:30-2 p.m. in the ACS Conference Room; First Term Financial Readiness class is Oct. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Clay Kaserne Bldg. 1023 Room 107; Grow Your Money Tree class is Oct. 20 from 12:30-2 p.m. in the ACS Conference Room; Food Handler’s class is Oct. 21 from 11
a.m. to 1 p.m. at Texasstrasse 57 Apt. 3; Make a Difference Day (donate non-perishable foods at the Commissary) Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Car Seat Safety Inspection is Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (by appointment only). For more classes and more information, stop by ACS on Hainerberg or call mil 548-9830 or civ (0611) 143-548-9830.
Car seat checkups
The Family Advocacy Program holds car seat checkups the last Tuesday of the month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center parking lot. Call civ (0611) 143-548-9201 to register.
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Cub Scouts welcome you
Are you a boy entering first through fifth grade interested in having fun? Cub Scouting is a fun and exciting activity for boys aimed at building character and citizenship while developing personal fitness. Email pack65wiesbaden@ googlemail.com for more information about Scouting opportunities with Pack 65.
Red Cross classes
The Wiesbaden American Red Cross offers Babysitting Training Oct. 16-17. New Volunteer Orientation is Oct. 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, contact Ashley Vidrine at ashley.vidrine@redcross.org.
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Free fun with BOSS
Wiesbaden’s Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers features free movie night Mondays at 6 p.m. for unaccompanied and single Soldiers at the Warrior Zone on Clay Kaserne.
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News and features USAREUR opens Point Alpha exhibit
Photos by Sgt. Daniel Cole
Molly Bompane, chief curator of U.S. Army Europe Headquarters speaks, to guests in Clay Kaserne’s Mission Command Center about the opening of the Point Alpha exhibit, which was on full display here Sept. 30. Photo right: An attendee of the Point Alpha exhibit grand opening in Clay Kaserne’s Mission Command Center reads about the history of the control point. The display featured a bit of history from the Cold War, emphasizing the significance Point Alpha played during the reunification of Germany 25 years ago.
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U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation employee Courtney Walden serves up hamburgers to a local family during Wiesbaden’s Stadtfest Sept. 26. FMWR, in partnership with the U.S. Army Europe Sergeant Morales Club, gave the German community a taste of some American favorites during the fest. Army professionals from MWR’s Business Operations Division, including the Rheinblick Golf Course and Wiesbaden Entertainment Center, worked alongside members of the club all weekend at the city’s annual festival, serving up hamburgers, hot dogs and hot wings.
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number of other activities.” The garrison also depends on the host nation for ambulance service, and while there are 26 districts under jurisdiction of the City of Wiesbaden Polizei, the city considers the garrison community its 27th. “We don’t have any incidents or complaints,” said Mueller. “We have a quiet and secure net over the American community. We are always in dialogue at different levels. Security is not something you can take for granted. We’re glad to keep the community safe, and we have fun doing it.” Most recently, the partnership was demonstrated with a friendly soccer match against the City of Wiesbaden, which the garrison won 5-2, and the garrison-wide full-scale exercise that involved all aspects of law enforcement and emergency response. Meetings between the garrison and Polizei are held monthly. “There is something to be said for how they look out for us,” said Martin. “This is for you in appreciation for everything you do for our community.”
Photo by Command Sgt. Maj. Larry Addington
Members of the Task Force Equalizer, 66th Military Intelligence Battalion, stand outside their barracks after receiving the Quarterly Barracks Inspection Recognition Program award Oct. 6. The unit will next compete at the Europe level in the competition.
Avid students
Photo by Carrie O’Sandick
Vanessa Cabantac, Jada Gainey, Gabriella Brown, Jocelyn Quiocho,Brianna Hansen, Jordan Reed, Alea Lunasin, Taylor Hill (tutor), Carys Behnke (tutor), Ellen Tafoya, Corey Kerwood, Melanie Hirschel-Weber, Allison Urick, Jordan Brown, Asante Lattimore, Brigantia O’Sadnick, Carrie O’Sadnick (sponsor), Byron Scofield and Brody Garich stand at the Advanced Via Individual Determination Induction Ceremony at Wiesbaden High School Sept. 30 (not pictured: Celine Frazier and Alyssa LeBlanc). Induction into the AVID program is an esteemed distinction awarded only to the most determined students. Students must meet academic and character requirements, have teacher recommendations, apply and interview to be eligible for membership. AVID members are expected to be active learners inside and outside of the classroom, while vigorously pursuing college as a goal.
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Sports and leisure Sports shorts
Fitness Center Annex now open
NFL Sundays at the WEC
The Wiesbaden Entertainment Center on Hainerberg televises NFL games every Sunday. Win prizes during the halftime trivia check, and get a free slice of pizza with the purchase of a beverage during halftime.
Halloween Volksmarch
The Wiesbaden International Wandering Club will host its second annual volksmarch Oct. 31Nov. 1 at the Gemeinschaftshaus at Biegerstrasse 17 in Wiesbaden-Bierstadt. Costumes are welcome! There will be 6 kilometer, 10 kilometer and 20 kilometer trails to choose from. Both the 6k and 10k are stroller-friendly, and the 6k trail features a trivia game for children. Walkers can start the volksmarch anytime between 7 a.m.-1 p.m. for the shorter trails, or 7 a.m.-noon for the 20k trail. All trails close at 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.wiwc-volksmarching.de. Groups can pre-register by emailing wiwcvolksmarching@ gmail.com.
Youth bowling league
The Wiesbaden Youth Bowling League is open to youths ages 5 to 20 and practices every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center. Members can bowl in league competition and receive coaching from a bronzelevel training bowling instructor at no additional cost. The first day of bowling was Sept. 12 and the season runs through April 2016. This league is United States Bowling Congress-sanctioned and all members receive a bowling shirt. All youths have a chance to win scholarship money that they will be able to use when they go to college. There is a one-time registration fee of $18 and $8 per week, which includes three games, rental shoes and instruction. For more information, contact Danny Berardi at mil 565-2021 or email danny.c.berardi. civ@mail.mil.
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The Wiesbaden Fitness Center Annex, adjacent to the Strong Europe Cafe Dining Facility, is now open featuring cardio, strength and functional fitness equipment. The annex has the same hours as the fitness center (Mondays to Fridays 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, Sundays and training holidays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Massage services, showers, classes and the indoor track remain available in the Wiesbaden Fitness Center. Contractors estimate that repair work, following extensive water damage in the fitness center, should be completed by summer 2016 if no delays occur.
Eagle Scout project provides sanctuary for ducks
Free yoga and Zumba at ACS
Army Community Service offers free yoga classes every Tuesday at noon at the ACS cafeteria and free Zumba classes Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m.; Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.; and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
Boot camp
FMWR offers Boot Camp Oct. 19 through Nov. 24 Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. People of all levels of fitness are welcome to participate, and classes will feature an hour of intense cardiovascular endurance mixed with muscle-building exercises. The classes consist of six weeks of completely different sessions. One week will focus on cardio, one on musclebuilding and all six will focus on core. The cost is $120. Contact FMWR at (0611) 143-548-9830 for more information or stop at the Clay Kaserne Fitness Center.
5k Zombie Run
FMWR hosts a free 5k Zombie Run/Walk at Clay Kaserne Oct. 31 from 9-11 a.m. Come in costume to match the volunteers dressed in the spirit of Halloween. Register the day of the race from 7-8:30 a.m. for the chance to pick up a free commemorative t-shirt while supplies last.
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Byron Scofield, a Life Scout and junior at Wiesbaden High School, led the effort for his capstone project on his way to achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. The Rheinblick management had been concerned that large, invasive Egyptian geese were frightening native mallards from the large pond at Rheinblick — to the extent that no ducklings had hatched for the past two years. Scofield and his crew built three mallard nesting tubes from wire mesh and pine straw, and demonstrated how they will be installed approximately three feet above the water at several points around Rheinblick. The tubes will be positioned permanently early next spring, just in time for nesting.
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Sports and leisure By Donald Seltzer Volksmarch Editor
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Start: Bürgerhaus with parking shuttle from Fabrik Heidelberger Leben AG at Forum 7 in HD-Emmertsgrund Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (15 km) Trail: Mostly flat, fields and some woods Award: None.
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inningen an der Mosel (56333) — This event is listed for its challenges in the Koblenz area along the picturesque Mosel river. Participants will find, in addition to the standard distances, trails of 42 and 50 kilometers, plus a 25-km cycling route. From Wiesbaden, use Autobahns 60 toward Bingen and 61 north toward Koblenz, then exit at Koblenz-Metternich (38). Follow IVV signs on secondary roads to the start in Winningen.
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iesbaden-Bierstadt (65191) — The second event of the Wiesbaden International Wandering Club takes place on Halloween weekend (costumes welcome!) in the Wiesbaden suburb of Bierstadt. The start at Bierstadt is fairly close to the Crestview and Aukamm housing areas. Vickie Southworth, the club’s 2nd Vice President, pre-walked the 20-km trail and exclaimed “It was gorgeous!” From Wiesbaden, head toward the Crestview and Aukamm housing areas, turn right after the two Esso stations onto Schultheißstraße, then turn right at the second street (Biegerstraße) to reach the start. IVV signs will assist drivers.
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arbergen-Daisbach (65326) — This event a.m. to 1 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to noon (20 km) is in the Naturpark Rhein-Taunus south of Start: August-Horch-Halle at intersection of Uhlenweg and Trail: Shorter two trails are stroller-friendly through countryside, city and park; 20 km trail adds forest and interestLimburg. Wanderers will enjoy the fall colors while Marktstraße (Uhlenweg 2) Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. ing sights Award: None. to 2 p.m. (5, 10 and 20 km, plus cycling), 7-9 a.m. (42 km) completing one of a variety of trails. From Wiesbaden, and 7-8 a.m. (50 km) Trail: Very hilly, woods Award: From use Autobahn 3 toward Limburg and exit at Bad CamWeekend of Nov. 7-8 previous events (shorter trails) or patch and certificate berg (44). Follow secondary roads through the towns andel (55595) — Here’s an event midway (marathon trails). of Beuerbach, Ketternschwalbach and Panrod to reach between Idar-Oberstein and Wiesbaden. Weekend of Oct. 31-Nov. 1 the start in Daisbach. From Wiesbaden, use Autobahns 60 toward Bingen rgenthal (55496) — Wiesbaden’s wanderers Start: Haus der Vereine at Schulstraße 8 (parking at Am Voland 61 toward Ludwigshafen. Exit at Bad Kreuznpertsberg 2) Saturday and Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 will find this German Allerheiligen holiday ach (51) and use B41 to Weinsheim to pick up a km), 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (10 km), 7:30 a.m. to noon (20 event about a 45-minute drive in the picturesque km) and 7:30-10:30 a.m. (30 km) Trail: Very hilly, woods secondary road to Mandel. Hunsrück region -- after first walking at the Wiesbaden Award: None. Start: Schloßberghalle at Sponheimerstraße eidelberg-Emmertsgrund (69126) — This International Wandering Club’s event at Bierstadt, of 1 Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 event is south of Heidelberg and east of the course. The trails are part of the permanent IVV trail p.m. (20 km) Trail: Hilly, fields and now-closed Patrick Henry Village. From Wiesbaden, system. From Wiesbaden, use Autobahns 60 toward woods Award: From previous events. use Autobahn 5 south to the Heidelberg-Schwetzingen Bingen and 61 toward Koblenz, then take the RheinbölQuestions? Send an email to exit (38), then follow signs toward Leimen. Turn off len exit (45) to follow B50 to Argenthal and the start. Start: Churpfalzhalle on Aulergasse Saturday: 8 a.m. to 1 volksmarch@gmail.com. on a secondary road leading to Emmertsgrund.
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Tango workshop
German Cuestas, a tango teacher from Buenos Aires, will visit Wiesbaden in October and conduct tango workshops. The next one is Oct. 11 at Kreuzbergstrasse 9 (Wiesbaden-Sonnenberg) at 4 p.m. A workshop lasts 1.5 hours, and the prize is €20 per person. For any further questions or booking email christina.lobron@scopas.de.
Things to do in the parking lot, in the wine cave a craft market is traditionally held in the Electoral Palace. The highlight is the autumn closing parade of winemakers. This winds through the streets of Old Town Eltviller on Saturday at 3 p.m. The festival ends on Monday with a fireworks display. Admission is free. For more information and a video visit http://www.rheingau.de/veranstaltungen/feste/kappeskerb-eltville.
Traditional Irish music
Biebrich Kulturclub hosts An Tor, Germany’s premier traditional Irish music band, who deliver good tunes with a dose of humor. The show is Oct. 8 and starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are €19. Visit http://www.kulturclub-biebrich. de/ for more information on this and other events.
Frankfurt on Foot tours
Discover Frankfurt on foot with tours in English led by a military veteran. Military discounts are offered 365 days of the year. The tour meets every day and lasts three to four hours. Visit www.frankfurtonfoot.com for more information.
Open Wine Cellar at Allendorf
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean wine season has to be — come to Allendorf’s open wine cellar where
Wiesbaden’s Weekly Market Photo from Wikipedia Commons
Learn to tango at a workshop in Wiesbaden.
the wine and fun is flowing. It will be open Friday through Sunday Sept. 11Oct. 18. A playground is available for children. Visit www.allendorf.de for more information in German.
Eltville Vintage Festival
The Verkehrsverein Eltville invites you to visit the last great Rheingau festival of the season. In 1654 the Cap Notch was mentioned in a document, making it one of the oldest festivals in the region. In addition to the wine village at the train station and a huge hype
Enjoy the wide selection, a welcoming atmosphere and the flair of the lovely greenery with a historic backdrop during Wiesbaden’s weeekly market. The variety of special vegetable, inviting smells, typical regional fruit specialties and homemade delicacies make the shopping at the weekly market in Wiesbaden a special experience. Every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., the weekly market welcomes its visitors on the Dernsches Gelaende.
USO adventures
The Rhein-Main USO offers trips to the Berlin Overnight Tour Oct. 10-12, Cologne by Train Oct. 10, Poland: Pottery & Sight Seeing Oct. 17-19,
Speyer by Train Oct. 17, Bern, Switzerland & Chocolate Factory Oct. 17, Rhein River Cruise Oct. 18, Brussels Express Oct. 24, Riesling Route Oct. 25, Halloween Fun & Banquet at Auerbach Castle Oct. 31, Milan Express Oct. 31, London Express Nov. 6, Luxembourg Nov. 7, Bargain Hunters: Home, Kitchen & Fashion Nov. 13, The American Army in World War I: The Final Campaigns Sept. - Nov. 1918 Nov. 14-15, Hidden Heidelberg by Train Nov. 14, Special: Traditional German Christmas Deco Nov. 21, Cars: Mercedes-Benz and Porsche Museums Nov. 21, Riesling Route Nov. 22 and Black Forest Thanksgiving Nov. 26. Stop by a USO or visit www.uso.org/rheinmain for more information.
FMWR trips and tours
Wiesbaden Outdoor Recreation offers trips to Denmark’s Capital: Copenhagen Oct. 23-25, Brussels Express Oct. 31, London Overnight Nov. 6-8, Krakow, Poland Nov. 11-15, Venice Pre-Holiday Shopping and Sightseeing Nov. 13-15, Prague Overnight Nov. 21-22, Thanksgiving Ski Trip to Zermatt Nov. 25-29 and the Paris Express - Holiday Shopping Special Dec. 5-6. Call civ (0611) 143-548-9801 for more information.
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Schools page — Partners in education Schoolbits School contact information
Below is contact information for school administrators, the school liaison officer, school bus office and the district superintendents who steer Department of Defense Dependents Schools in U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden. The Kaiserslautern District Superintendent’s Office is responsible for the four schools in the Wiesbaden area in addition to other Kaiserslautern area schools. District Superintendent Kaiserslautern District Superintendent: Dr. Dell McMullen; Assistant Superintendents: Carl Albrecht and Frank Simone; mil 489-5902, civ (0631) 536-5902. Wiesbaden schools Schools Officer: Peter Witmer, mil 548-9305; civ (0611) 143-548-9305. Hainerberg Elementary School: mil 337-2220; civ (0611) 705-2220. Principal: Sandy Zigler; Assistant Principal: Tracy Vargas Aukamm Elementary School: mil 337-6261; civ (0611) 705-6261. Principal: Barbara Mueller Wiesbaden Middle School: mil 337-2240; civ (0611) 705-2240. Principal: Dr. Susan Hargis; Assistant Principal: Jeff Pond Wiesbaden High School: mil 337-2260; civ (0611) 705-2260. Principal: Greg Hatch; Assistant Principal: Rick Renninger School Bus Office: Located in a small, red building next to the Wiesbaden Middle School entrance in Hainerberg Housing. Hours are 8 a.m to 2:15 p.m. and 3-4 p.m. Call mil 337-2240; civ (0611) 337-2240.
Dependent IDs
Wiesbaden students leaving campus during the school day must carry their Department of Defense dependent ID cards on- and off-campus with them. Guards will conduct checks periodically.
Bright Eyes program
Eligibility for this program has been extended for the remainder of the school year to those who qualify for the free and reduced lunch program. The Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club sponsors the program, which provides eyeglasses to children in need. Contact Peter Witmer, school liaison officer, at peter.g.witmer.naf@mail.mil or mil 548-9305 or civ (0611) 143-548-9305.
School buses
The garrison encourages students to utilize the Department of Defense Dependents School buses that receive priority access to the installation. They are currently being utilized by less than 50 percent of those registered to ride them. For questions about acquiring a bus pass for your child, please call mil 337-2240 or civ (0611) 705-2240. Also, if buses are parked around school, dropping off or picking up students, drivers may pass them. It is a DoDEA and garrison expectation that parents walk their child to and from school/bus stop.
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Middle schoolers get inspired by STEM pros
Photo by Shayna Brouker
Thomas Ormston, a space engineer with ESA, shows students a model of the comet his team landed a satellite on during the Rosetta mission in August. The STEM experts touched on the significance of their jobs in the real world. For example, in Hesse, there are lots of low clouds and fog in the winter, An air traffic controller, a space engineer, a pilot which can impact flying, said Schiano. and a weather forecaster took time to chat with seventh “Keep in mind that science and math are used in a and eighth graders at Wiesbaden Middle School Sept. lot more jobs than you realize and they have an impact 29 about their paths to success. on daily life,” said Schiano. “They (the pilots) trust The seminar was part of the middle school’s robust my forecast to do things like fly.” Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, The professionals emphasized the job opportunior STEM initiative. Each professional — U.S. Air ties in STEM. Wood highlighted how many jobs are Force Capt. Heide Schiano; U.S. Army Chief War- available in aviation and airport management. The rant Officer 4 Michael Boley, a rotary wing pilot and No. 1 employer in Hesse is the Frankfurt Airport. pilot trainer; Johnathon Wood, “There are so many things that a civilian air traffic controller; “In this career field the go on — it’s its own city,” he said. and Thomas Ormston, a space learning never stops.” “There’s tons of opportunity there.” engineer with the European Peter Witmer, school liaison ofSpace Agency — told their story, from their own ficer, closed the seminar with questions from the uncertain middle school years onward. students and an announcement that the Teen Center “In this career field the learning never stops,” would be starting “flight school” for those interested said Wood, who is two weeks away from earning in flying model planes. his second advanced degree. “In grade school, I was Finally, WMS Principal Dr. Susan Hargis anokay with making the bare minimum grades, Bs and nounced that the middle school had earned yet another Cs, but looking back I wish I had applied myself and ribbon — this time, the Blue Ribbon school recognizput my best foot forward. Start early — it makes it ing that “students are performing at very high levels that much easier.” or where significant improvements are being made Ormston recalled the first time he saw a satellite in student achievement levels.” flying through the night sky — “the most beautiful It was one of three Department of Defense EducaI’d ever seen” — and realizing he wanted to be one tion Activity schools to win, and one of 300 nationwide. of the people who made it fly. Some teachers told “I’ve sat with so many of you and your parents him he couldn’t. worried about your grades,” Hargis said. “But if you “Working hard on STEM is not enough; you have work hard, you will be just fine.” to have belief and passion,” he said. “You have to tell “Find the fun, look past the textbooks and homeyourself, ‘I’m going to do that and I don’t care what work and when you find that passion follow it because people tell me.’” you can make it your life,” said Ormston. By Shayna Brouker
U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office
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Two Germans complete three-year IT apprentice program, three more begin By William B. King
5th Signal Command Public Affairs
Two employees of the 6981st Civilian Support Group recently completed a three-year apprenticeship program and were recognized for their accomplishment at a ceremony Sept. 24 at the 6981st CSG headquarters at Germersheim Army Depot. Col. Jimmy L. Hall Jr., commander of 5th Signal Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Mercado, 5th Signal Command senior enlisted advisor, presented certificates and commander’s coins to Merlin Haeusner and Jan Sandmaier for their successful completion of the apprentice program. Hall told the apprentices they were joining an important part of the 5th Signal Command and U.S. Army Europe team and challenged them to uphold the high standards of professionalism set by the 6981st CSG. “The U.S. Army Europe would not be successful without our Allies, and you’re a big part of that,” Hall said. “I really appreciate our more than 60 years of partnership.” The 6981st CSG is a U.S. Army unit consisting exclusively of German civilians. The unit provides cost-efficient and high-quality installation work and solutions for passive inside and outside network upgrades, new installations or cable repair, whether it is copper or fiber optics. The apprentice program is a multiyear program consisting of on-the-job
and school vocational training in cooperation with the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce or Chamber of Crafts. Upon completion, apprentices take an examination and get certified as IT specialists, which can then lead to follow-on employment with the 6981st CSG or in the German civilian workforce. “In Germany the apprenticeship program is called dual system as it is divided into the practical part in the company and a theoretical part in a professional school,” said Thomas Pfeiffer, apprentice program manager for the 6981st CSG. Pfeiffer said Haeusner and Sandmaier have the right skills and attitude to be in the 6981st CSG, but still need to gain some more experience in the field. “Both were very interested and motivated to learn our profession. They gained experience from training lesson to training lesson and from project to project they supported during their apprentice time,” Pfeiffer said. Haeusner said the program allowed the apprentices to get practical, hands-on training and experience with a variety of IT systems and equipment. “The best thing is that I learned so much — fiber optic, copper, IT systems. That’s more than any other trainee has learned in my school class,” Haeusner said. After completing the apprentice program Haeusner and Sandmaier both received a one-year follow on contract with the 6981st CSG.
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Col. Jimmy L. Hall Jr., commander of 5th Signal Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Mercado, 5th Signal Command senior enlisted advisor, present certificates to Merlin Haeusner and Jan Sandmaier for successfully completing a three-year apprenticeship program at a ceremony Sept. 24 at the 6981st Civilian Support Group headquarters at Germersheim Army Depot. “I will try to stay here, if possible. My co-workers are all really nice, and here you are a part of the team,” Haeusner said. The 6981st CSG has also taken on three new apprentices to begin a program of work and study lasting up to 42 months. Anton Baranowski, one of the new apprentices beginning the program, said the educational opportunities, people and atmosphere at the 6981st CSG are the reasons he applied for the program. “I want to learn about fiber optics
and IT systems — it’s the market of the future, I believe,” Baranowski said. Gerd Drechsler, commander of the 6981st CSG, said the apprentice program is invaluable because it allows the unit to train potential employees to current IT industry and Army standards concurrently. “The apprentice program allows us to grow our own successors which is even more important as the industries do not train the profession in the way we need it anymore,” Drechsler said.
Wanted: Army CID seeks Soldiers to serve By CID Public Affairs “Wanted.” The word placed in bold letters across a poster with the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command badge incites fear in criminals around the world. The latest “Wanted” poster released by the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, however, is seeking assistance of a different kind. Commonly known as CID, it is seeking applications from qualified Solders to train and serve as sworn federal law enforcement agents. CID and its agents support
the Army in peace and war, by investigating felony-level crime that has an Army nexus. “If you want to do real detective work, if that is where your heart is, Army CID is where you need to be,” CW5 John Welch, the command’s chief warrant officer, said. CID Special Agents are on the cutting edge with the latest in criminal investigative tactics and techniques and receive some of the best training available in law enforcement today. Agents are supported by a world-renowned criminal forensic laboratory and have the
opportunity to pursue education at the FBI National Academy, Metropolitan Policy Academy at Scotland Yard, and the Canadian Police College. “Our mission is felony investigations and anything associated with Title 10 criminal investigations,” Welch said. “We work hand-in-hand with U.S. attorneys, local law enforcement agencies, the FBI, DEA and ATF.” CID Special Agents also conduct computer crime investigations, polygraph services, and criminal intelligence collection and analysis.
Soldiers must be U.S. citizens at least 21-years-old and a maximum rank of sergeant (non-promotable). Promotable sergeants and staff sergeants with one year or less time-ingrade may apply with a waiver. All applicants must have at least two years — but not more than 10 years — time-in-service, have an ST score of 107 or higher (110 or higher if tested prior to January 2, 2002), have at least 60 college credit hours (waiver of up to half of this prerequisite may be considered), and have normal color vision and no record of mental
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or emotional disorders. Additionally, they must be able to speak and write clearly, attain and maintain a Top Secret-Single Scope Background Investigation security clearance, no record of unsatisfactory credit, and no felony or court-martial convictions. Lastly, they must be able to complete 36 months of service obligation upon completion of the CID Special Agent Course. Soldiers with a passion for real detective work and the above qualifications can start the application process at www. cid.army.mil.
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Sleep issues bedeviling Soldiers' health By David Vergun “I didn’t realize that all this time I’ve been in a formation of drunks,” the noncommissioned officer, or NCO, told Lt. Col. Kate E. Van Arman, said medical director, Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, Clinic on Fort Drum, New York. The NCO was referring to a quote VanArman repeated to him from her top boss, Surgeon General of the Army Lt. Gen. Patricia Horoho: “If you have less than six hours of sleep for six days in a row … you are cognitively impaired as if you had a .08-percent alcohol level. … We never will allow a Soldier in our formation with a .08-percent alcohol level, but we allow it [sleep deprivation] every day [in Soldiers who have] to make those complex decisions.” Adding to what Horoho said, Van Arman pointed out that after being awake 17 hours, response time has been shown to be the equivalent to a person with a blood alcohol content of .05 percent and 24-hours awake translates to a blood alcohol concentration, or BAC, of .10 percent. It’s not just the Soldiers who are partying all night who lack sleep, Van Arman said. Demands of Army life are responsible for a lot of it. For instance, Soldiers who misbehave can be ordered to do extra duties as punishment, up until midnight, she said. Assuming that revile is at 6 a.m., that’s six or less hours of sleep. Staff duty often requires the Soldier to be awake for 24 hours, she said. When the pre- and post-briefs are added, it’s closer to 30. Overall, one-third of military members sleep less than five hours per night and two-thirds less than six, she said. Deployed Soldiers get an astonishing average of just three hours of sleep per night, she said, particularly those serving in the combat arms branches. It’s not for lack of them trying to sleep though, she said. Those deployed or on extended exercises attempt
to catch winks whenever or wherever they can, on the ground or when being transported in vehicles or airplanes. A lot of it, though, is fitful sleep which throws off their circadian rhythms, she said. The battlefield, even the peacetime “battlefield,” can be a noisy place with others snoring, lights, helicopters flying and so on, not to mention weather conditions. All this sleeplessness has resulted, not surprisingly, in a “culture of caffeine,” Van Arman said. During a recent visit to the Fort Drum shoppette, Van Arman noticed “a big refrigerator of monster sodas and energy drinks popular with young Soldiers.” Last year energy drinks in the United States netted $27.5 billion and energy drink consumption went up 5,000 percent since 1999, she noted. A meta-analysis of caffeine on cognitive performance showed that 100 to 300 milligrams of caffeine results in mood improvement, she said. That’s about one or two cups of coffee. Anything greater than 400 mg, though, results in mood deterioration, she said, adding that while the extra caffeine may result in a person staying awake, it may not improve decision making. Another thing to be careful about with caffeine, she said, is not to take it within six hours of bedtime, as it will result in fitful sleep. Also, alcohol in excess will result in disruptive sleep. Soldiers in the field are expected to be able to pack up and move out on a moment’s notice, even if it’s in the middle of the night, Van Arman said. Often, Soldiers won’t know what time that will be so the training will be more realistic. She referred to this situation as the “quick reaction force brain” that’s needed for this mindset. Anecdotally, Van Arman said Soldiers on Fort Drum told her that when they go to the rifle range and they’re sleep deprived, it takes them three times longer to qualify.
This provides a dilemma to commanders, she said. Is it better to train Soldiers as they fight or save on time and ammunition by allowing Soldiers adequate sleep time before live-fire training? Other studies have shown that people who are sleep deprived have memory challenges. This could affect sleep-deprived Soldiers studying for a promotion exam or learning new tactics, techniques or procedures, she said. Another study shows that sleep deprivation intensifies pain. She said a lot of Soldiers at Fort Drum are infantry and have sore backs from carrying heavy loads. Sleep deprivation intensifies that pain. Van Arman said medical researchers are working on a host of problems relating to sleep disorders and there will most likely be effective treatments ahead. For example, researchers are close to being able to provide imaging that shows changes to the brain resulting from TBI. Currently, TBI is largely based on self-reporting and incident reports. For sleep apnea, a new device may soon be in the offing that will sense when sleep apnea is about to occur and prevent blockage of breathing. Other areas in which advances are being made, she said, include therapies and pharmacological interventions.
more than any other food group because of their MANY benefits. First, fruits and vegetables are low in calories and high in fiber. Fruit and vegetables fill you up and keep you feeling full longer, making them the perfect choice to help you reach or maintain a healthy weight. Second, fruits and vegetables are great sources of key nutrients linked to a reduced risk of developing certain chronic diseases. They are loaded with fiber to help with digestion and keep the digestive system operating optimally. A balanced diet including lots of fruits and vegetables promotes energy, endurance, stamina and muscle growth. The Army Surgeon General's Performance Triad initiative encourages Army leaders to promote proper nutrition (as well as sleep and physical activity) as an important pillar in improving readiness and increasing resiliency of Soldiers as well as our civilians. Fruits and vegetables are loaded with carbohydrates, natural antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that enhance recovery and support a healthy immune system. They are important for fueling an active and ready Army Force.
How to get more? • Buy fresh fruits and vegetables in season. In season, produce generally cost less and are more likely to be at their peak flavor. • Buy fruits and vegetables that are easy to prepare. Fruits and vegetables are nutritious in a variety of forms. Stock up on frozen or canned fruits and vegetables for options that have a longer shelf life and that are quick and easy to prepare. Just watch out for added sodium and sugars in canned products. • Buy fresh fruits and vegetables such as bagged lettuce, baby carrots, grape tomatoes and whole fruits that don't require cutting (such as berries, bananas, apples, grapes etc.) so you can have a quick healthy meal or snack. • Add vegetables to main dishes at meals and choose fruits as snacks. Try a vegetable stir-fry or adding chopped vegetables to pasta sauces. • Try something different. Varying your fruit and vegetable consumption is not only essential for getting a variety of nutrients, but it will also make them more appealing by making the plate colorful and preventing boredom with the same repeated foods. The goal is to make half of the plate fruits and vegetables at every meal. So, start today. EAT MORE FRUITS AND VEGGIES!
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Add fruits and veggies to diet for better nutrition By Justine Springer Army Public Health Center
Pvt. Daniel Marte Pena, a food service specialist with the 302nd Maneuver Enhancement Brigade a reserve unit based in Mass., uses precision while cutting strawberries for a fruit salad while participating in the Task Force 76's Digital Command Post Exercise. Today's consumer is constantly bombarded with food messages, from companies boasting "the ultimate performance food" to celebrities endorsing "the next miracle cure." With all of these competing messages, it can be hard to know which foods to choose for optimal health. Yet nutrition doesn't have to be confusing or complicated and you can start to improve your diet today with one simple action: EAT MORE FRUITS AND VEGGIES! It may seem obvious, but according to a new study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as much as 80 percent of Americans do not get the daily-recommended amount of these essential foods. Why Fruits and Veggies? According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, fruits and vegetables should be consumed
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At the movies Oct. 8 - Oct. 21 Movie plots Editor’s note: Extensive renovations to improve the Taunus Movie Theater began Jan. 12, and through November, movies will be shown at Tony Bass Auditorium (Clay Kaserne Bldg. 1043). The movies listing was the most current at the time of publication. Please visit https://www.shopmyexchange.com/ for the most up-to-date schedule.
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In “Goosebumps,” a teenager teams up with the daughter of young adult horror author R.L. Stine after the writer’s imaginary demons are set free on the town of Greendale, Maryland.
Thursday, October 8 — Straight Outta Compton (R) 7 p.m. Friday, October 9 — Pan (PG) 7 p.m. Saturday, October 10 — Pan (PG) 3 p.m. Pan (PG) 6 p.m. Sunday, October 11 — Pan (PG) 3 p.m. We are your Friends (R) 6 p.m. Monday, October 12 — Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (PG-13) 3 p.m. The Perfect Guy (PG-13) 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 13 — Closed Wednesday, October 14 — Closed Thursday, October 15 — We are your Friends (R) 7 p.m. Friday, October 16 — Goosebumps (PG) 7 p.m. Saturday, October 17 — Goosebumps (PG) 4 p.m. Pan (PG) 6:30 p.m. Sunday, October 18 — Goosebumps (PG) 4 p.m. Bridge of Spies (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. Monday, October 19 — Closed Tuesday, October 20 — Closed Wednesday, October 21 — Closed
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In “Pan,” 12-year-old orphan Peter is spirited away to the magical world of Neverland, where he finds both fun and dangers, and ultimately discovers his destiny — to become the hero who will be forever known as Peter Pan.
Pan — Peter is a mischievous 12-year-old boy with an irrepressible rebellious streak, but in the bleak London orphanage where he has lived his whole life those qualities do not exactly fly. Then one incredible night, Peter is whisked away from the orphanage and spirited off to a fantastical world of pirates, warriors and fairies called Neverland. There, he finds amazing adventures and fights life-or-death battles while trying to uncover the secret of his mother, who left him at the orphanage so long ago, and his rightful place in this magical land. Teamed with the warrior Tiger Lily and a new friend named James Hook, Peter must defeat the ruthless pirate Blackbeard to save Neverland and discover his true destiny—to become the hero who will forever be known as Peter Pan. We are your Friends — Set in the world of electronic music and Hollywood nightlife, an aspiring 23-year-old DJ named Cole spends his days scheming with his childhood friends and his nights working on the one track that will set the world on fire. All of this changes when he meets a charismatic but damaged older DJ named James, who takes him under his wing. Things get complicated, however, when Cole starts falling for James’ much younger girlfriend, Sophie. With Cole’s forbidden relationship intensifying and his friendships unraveling, he must choose between love, loyalty, and the future he is destined for. Goosebumps — upset about moving from a big city to a small town, teenager Zach Cooper finds a silver lining when he meets the beautiful girl, Hannah, living right next door. But every silver lining has a cloud, and Zach’s comes when he learns that Hannah has a mysterious dad who is revealed to be R. L. Stine, the author of the bestselling Goosebumps series. It turns out that there is a reason why Stine is so strange… he is a prisoner of his own imagination – the monsters that his books made famous are real, and Stine protects his readers by keeping them locked up in their books. When Zach unintentionally unleashes the monsters from their manuscripts and they begin to terrorize the town, it’s suddenly up to Stine, Zach, and Hannah to get all of them back in the books where they belong.
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Thoughts of Crete usually evoke images of the great Minoan civilization and the infamous Minotaur, with the body of a man and the head of a bull, roaming the labyrinths of Knossos. Journeying to Crete was a surprising education on the specialness of this Greek island, the fifth largest in the Mediterranean, and of the rich heritage and cultural pride that is reflected in the Cretans’ music, dance and family traditions. Olive oil is the No. 1 industry and tourism is a close second. The island is friendly, with low crime rates, a lot of English speakers and dogs and cats basking in the sun. Subpar roads are best left to the locals. Some confusion was experienced upon arrival as different names for the capital city were shown, Heraklion and Iraklio. Both names are correct but the locals say Iraklio. The Minoan civilization lasted 2,000 years, experiencing earthquakes, fires, and wars, yet there is no single undisputed explanation for the empire’s demise and the fact that around 1,370 B.C. Knossos and the great Minoan civilization ceased to exist. Crete has its share of famous folks, perhaps most prominent among them the Renaissance painter El Greco. Knossos was the oldest city in Europe, and the Royal Road of Knossos, which led from the sea to the palace, is the oldest road in Europe. The palace itself had over 1,500 rooms on three to four floors, lending credence to the myth that once inside people could never find their way out. Archeologists recreated a few parts of the palace, and I was perplexed by oddly shaped concrete pillars that were smaller at the bottom. The mystery was solved when the guide explained how cypress trees were used for pillars and were cleverly placed upside down so that roots would not re-regenerate. The entire construction of Knossos is quite clever. They had “light wells”, similar to today’s sky lights, except there was no glass and they opened to the sky. There was a flush toilet in the queen’s rooms, a top notch sewage and water system and even an ergonomic throne. Phaestos is the second largest Minoan site and is easily doable without a guide as everything is very well-marked, and enough ruins remain to create a vision of past splendor. Limestone was used extensively in Minoan architecture as well as gypsum, which glitters like marble when it is polished. Gypsum is water-soluble, meaning the stone is gradually eroded by water, and it is one of the few things that is still beautiful even when environmentally damaged. The archeology museum in Heraklion is top-notch. It featured a sculptured swing set, rock crystal jewelry and examples of Minoan writing that have unfortunately never been translated. The Cretans believed that in the afterlife one would come forth out of the womb, so people were entombed in the fetal position in smaller sarcophagi that look like baggage chests. Visitors are also introduced to the unique Cretan sport of bull leaping. This entailed an athlete literally grabbing a bull by the horns and then leaping
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The author stands with half a horn from thousands of years ago, the gypsum eroded. From this site the ancient Royal Road leads to the sea. over its back, which may well be the most hazardous sport in human history. A charismatic man named George was the guide to central Crete, pointing out scenery and historical sites along the way. The island is very mountainous and there were spectacular views of Mount Ida, the tallest mountain in Crete at 8,058 feet or 2,456 meters, that is blanketed by snow six months of the year. Orange groves on the side of the road invite visitors to stop and sample their incredible fresh taste and flavor. Another interesting feature of the island are the “hippie caves.” The caves had been carved out of the limestone cliffs across millennia and are in the town of Matala right on the beach. Apparently not many years ago hippies from Western Europe would come and stake claim to one of the caves and live there during warm weather, hanging out on the beach in a very laidback lifestyle. Now the caves are fenced off to keep people from setting up claims but you can get in to look around, just clamber carefully as a misstep could bring you some grief. A lot of wildlife roams the island, including the kri-kri, a feral goat, and the European wildcat, which is bigger and tougher than a domestic cat but looks very similar. Multitudes of flowers are seen all over the island, including more than 200 species of wild orchards. The ocean and beaches are beautiful and accessible. There is an abundance of sunshine, and as most of the food is homegrown the restaurants serve fresh and delicious meals. Be assured that it is easy to see Crete’s remnants of glory from the past as you relax and enjoy everything of today.
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A woman wearing festive garb walks through the old town on a Monday morning. Photo left: St. Mary’s Basilica in the Main Square has stood since the 14th century. Photo right: Tourists play in the fountains near the old theater.
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Wed, Nov 28 Düsseldorf, Esprit Arena
This event may have been rescheduled for November but now is the time to purchase your ticket to see the heavy weight box champion Wladimir Klitschko go against Tyson Fury from the UK. Ticket prices start at €31. The event will start at 8 p.m. For more information about the fight, go to www.espritarena.de
EVENTS Körperwelten Thu, Oct 8 Mainz, Altes Postlager The body is a miraculous piece of work.What better way to find out about our body than going to the Körperwelten (body world) in Mainz. The exhibition has been so popular and in such high demand that the exhibition has been extended until February 2016. Learn how the organs work and what you can do to keep your body healthy. Ticket price for adults is €18 and children €13. For more information and opening times, go to www.koerperwelten.com Oktoberfest Thu, Oct 8 – Sun, Oct 18 Mainz, Messepark Dirndl, Lederhosen and beer make the Oktoberfest a German tradition we have come to expect. Over the course of 10 days you can be part of the festival where plenty of music, beer and sausages will be offered. Mainz invites you to their very own Oktoberfest from October 8 - 18. Admission and parking is free. Please note that children under the age of 18 have to be accompanied by a parent. For further information, visit www.oktoberfest-in-mainz.de 80-90-00 party Fri, Oct 9 Wiesbaden, Kulturzentrum Schlachthof The Schlachthof in Wiesbaden is bringing back the crazy parts of the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. Leotards, high ponytails and all the other things you don’t miss will bring a smile to your face on October 9 from 11 p.m. Tickets cost €5 and will be available at the box office. For more information, visit www.schlachthof-wiesbaden.de
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Fri, Oct 9 Wiesbaden, Kulturzentrum For once you’re invited to forget about taxes, rent and other inconveniences that adulthood dragged into your life without you noticing it. The Schlachthof cultural center is bringing it back. Whether you’re 30, 60 or beyond, the song you danced to at your high school prom will be played and whether you have a rock, pop or indie heart, your feet will be dancing all night long. Join the p arty on October 9 from 10 p.m. Get your ticket from €6 at the box office. For more information, visit www.schlachthofwiesbaden.de
Fri, Oct 16 – Mon, Oct 19 Taunusstein-Wehen, Am Marktplatz Kerb is a typical German tradition, spelled differently across the country, always meaning parish fair, celebrating churches since the Middle Ages which may not be the purpose people attend them these days, but it promises a good time nonetheless. Expect to have a lot of fun at the Wehener Kerb riding carousels, bumper cars and enjoying lots of unhealthy, yet delicious food and candy between October 16 and 19. For further information, see www.taunusstein.de
SPORTS Hockey Sun, Oct 18 Mannheim, SAP Arena The SAP Arena in Mannheim invites you to a thrilling ice hockey game on October 18. Hamburg’s Freezers will play against Mannheim Adlers from 2:30 p.m. Visit www.saparena.de for more information and you can purchase your ticket online from €13. CONCERTS
Sat, Oct 10 Eltville am Rhein, city center The town of Eltville wants invites you to a guided tour through the Kurfürstliche Burg (electoral castle), the historic old town and along the romantic river banks. Over 600 years’ worth of history is what you will gather about the city during your tour. Registration is not needed. Entry fee is €4 and meeting point will be at the Kurfürstliche Burg in the city center of Eltville. For more information, call 06123-90980.
Street Food Festival Sat, Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 18 Köln, city center Food! Just the word food alone can make one happy. The Street Food Festival in Köln offers just that from October 17 to 18. The best part of it all is that you can try out all different types of food from different cultures, which are made fresh while you wait. This event is for young and old. Enjoy live music and the atmosphere around you with other food lovers just like you. Come anywhere between noon and 10 p.m. to enjoy this event and to find out more, check out www.street-food-festival.de
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Jazz & wine Sun, Oct 11 Eltville, Kloster Eberbach The JazzTones are three musicians who are part of the Mainzer network called “Dufte Töne” and they will be interpreting jazz their own way on October 11 at Kloster Eberbach. Additionally to the program, there will be a selection of original compositions. The musical pieces will be filled with lots of feeling and will be even better with a glass of wine. Try out 6 different products from Kloster Eberbach’s winery. Ticket price is €44.50. Reservation is necessary. Call 067239178115 for more information or visit www.kloster-eberbach.de
Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18 Lorch am Rhein, various locations Visit the beautiful city of Lorch am Rhein during their Zwiebelkuchenfest (onion tart festival) from October 16 to 18. Zwiebelkuchen is a great homemade dish and the recipe is often handed down from Oma (grandma) and fits perfectly with a glass of Federweisser (new wine). Several local wineries will be offering wines for you to taste. For more information, a list of participating wineries and some pictures, see www.rheingau.de
Sat, Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 18 Wiesbaden, Kerbeplatz Veilchenweg Join the 7th Freudenberger fall magic fest from October 17 to 18. You are invited to check out the various delights this fest has to offer ranging from baked goods to market stands and a sausage stand and a number of fair rides for the children. Saturday will feature a children’s torchlight procession starting at 6.30 p.m. If you are looking to find a quick bargain, stop by the flea market on Sunday. For more information, visit www.freudenberger-kerb.de
The Cat Empire Tue, Oct 20 Wiesbaden, Kulturzentrum Schlachthof Recently The Cat Empire celebrated their 1000th concert. Now they’re coming back to Germany on October 20 to present their 6th album “Steal The Light.” Catch their show live at the Schlachthof in Wiesbaen and pick your personal favorite song. The concert starts at 8 p.m. To get your ticket from €26 and for further information, visit www.schlachthof-wiesbaden.de
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The Enchanting Eltville Electoral Castle
Story and photos by Gemma Located on the Rhine River in the Rheingau wine region is the enchanting Eltville Electoral Castle (known in German as Kurfürstliche Burg). This 14th century castle is surrounded by vineyards, timbered framed houses, rose gardens and slow moving boats going up and down the river. Looking like it’s right out of a fairy tale, Eltville Electoral Castle is truly a delight for all your senses!
History
Receiving its town status in 1332, Eltville is the oldest town in the Rheingau region. The castle was built in 1330 by Balduin von Trier and completed in 1350 by Heinrich von Virneburg. The name of the castle comes from the 14th and 15th century when the archbishops and electors of Mainz lived there. During the Holy Roman Empire, the princes who had the right to elect the German kings were called ‘Electors’. In 1635 the entire castle (except for
the tower) was destroyed by Swedish troops. The tower that I walked up has a Gutenberg memorial, which pays tribute to the famous inventor of movable type for the printing press and letterpress printing. The famous inventor was officially honored here in 1465. Still today visitors of this breathtaking castle can learn firsthand about Gutenberg’s accomplishments.
Visiting the Castle
Being that it is one of the most beautiful castles I have visited in Europe, I truly enjoyed my day walking about the castle grounds. You arrive first in the courtyard, in which your eyes are drawn to the picturesque well in the center. My daughter asked for a penny and made a wish! The courtyard was inviting, especially the cool temperature even though it was over 100 degrees outside. Then I walked into the Gift Shop and Tourist-Information, which is at the base of the tower. The room of the gift shop used to be the recreation room for the castle servants. The shop
offers a very nice selection of souvenirs, books, prints, gifts, wine samples and more. Here is where you buy your 3 euro ticket to walk up the castle tower. You will find a winding stone staircase and the several rooms with displays. I really appreciated these rooms, especially since I could catch my breath. The 360 lookout room on top was a remarkable experience with a fantastic view. On one side you see the beautiful vineyard hills and the other a view of the Rhein River. The old lookout posts were where the men would stand and shoot their arrows through thin (still in tact) windows at invaders. I liked to look out and try to feel how they would feel looking at the very same scenery but many many years ago.
Outer Courtyard and Rose Garden
After leaving the tower, I headed to the rose garden on the well-preserved wooden covered bridge, which seemed frozen in time. The garden was so gorgeous that pictures hardly could do it
justice. The sea of roses with an intoxicating smell made me feel like I stumbled upon an area in ‘The Secret Garden,’ my favorite childhood book. Would you like your very own castle for a day? I was so surprised to learn that you can rent the castle for any private events such as weddings and family celebrations. Available to rent are different halls and the rose garden. This sounds like making a fairy tale party come true!
How to Get There
Eltville Electoral Castle is located 20 minutes southwest of Wiesbaden.
General Information
The castle’s address is: Burgstraße 1 65343 Eltville am Rhein Telephone:+49 (0) 6123 9098-0 Author’s Profile: Gemma is a mom, a veteran and an Army civilian living in Wiesbaden, Germany. With New Jersey roots, she is enjoying her extended European vacation.
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