Garmisch Family and MWR Newsletter February 2015

February 2015

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Garmisch Family and MWR Newsletter

February is African-American Heritage Month

2 Library 3 Outdoor Recreation 4-5 Child, Youth & School Services 6 Arts, Crafts, Music & Theater 7 Sports & Fitness

FEBRUARY 2015

LIBRARY Services • • • • • • • • • • •

Free Wi-Fi Printing Copy Machine Public computers/CAC Language learning resources New Release AAFES movies Music CDs DVD & Blu-Rays Wii, PS3, XBOX games Audio books Web access to Library account

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LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

FEBRUARY 9, 7 P.M. “Cane River” by Lalita Tademy Beginning this month the Library will be hosting a bimonthly book club for adults with a guided discussion of the books at each meeting. In conjunction with African American History Month, the book choice for February is “Cane River” by Lalita Tademy, a story that chronicles four generations of women born into slavery along the Cane River in Louisiana. Stop by the Library for more details and sign up to receive notifications about additional upcoming meetings. Join the group for a fun and informal get together and opportunity to share your thoughts and impressions with others who love books and reading. Books are available at the Library for checkout.

READING IS TWEET!

Love is not just for the birds. With the Feast of Saint Valentine or Valentine’s Day mid-month, February is commonly celebrated as the month of love and affection. The Library will mark the occasion with a display featuring romance stories, novels and poetry, Valentine’s Day crafts and specialty cook books. Check it out for great ideas to celebrate the day and bring joy to all of your special loved ones.

PRESCHOOL & TODDLER STORYTIMES

THURSDAYS, 10:30 A.M. February 5 & 19, ages 3 and up February 12 & 26, ages 3 and under Join us at the Library for stories, songs and crafts. It’s never too early to introduce your child to the wonders of stories and reading. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

ATTENTION NEW MOBILE DEVICE OWNERS! DOWNLOAD NOW AT YOUR LIBRARY

Don’t forget that the Library has a great collection of eBooks, audiobooks, videos and music available for download to a variety of devices. And it is all free of charge to Library users via your web MyAccount. Stop by anytime for details.

Bring your device and we can help you get started right away.

Hours of Operation 2

Sunday - Friday: Saturday:

Noon - 6:30 p.m.

Closed

Contact Information

DSN 440-2467, CIV 08821-750-2467

FEBRUARY 2015

OUTDOOR RECREATION

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NIGHT SLEDDING

FEBRUARY 6 Join us for the other Winter Sport complete with adrenaline and lift service! You can also enjoy live music on the mountain. Price: $39 adults, $29

child. Includes transportation, lift pass and sled.

SKI AUSTRIA: AXAMER LIZUM

FEBRUARY 7 Check out the place the locals go. We’ll show you some hidden gems and big mountains. Price: $89

includes transportation, ski pass, $99 with equipment.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

FEBRUARY 12 & 26 Join us for a morning of cross country skiing to some of our favorite spots in Germany and Austria. Each week we will be heading to a different location. Beginners welcome! Price:

$15. Includes transportation and lessons, lunh is not included. Equipment available for rent.

CONCERT IN MUNICH: CARL ORFF’S “CARMINA BURANA”

FEBRUARY 19 It’s time to say good-bye to the frivolity of Carnevale and get busy with the repentance and restructuring of one’s life. The “Songs of Burana” are medieval poems uncovered in a monastery about 30 miles from Garmisch. The poems were written by the monks and the Munich composer Carl Orff set it all to fantastic music.

Price: $20 per adult, tickets in the Gasteig range from €66 down to €29.

TORCH HIKE SERIES

FEBRUARY 20 Hike through wintery snow-covered landscapes up to a mountain hut where we enjoy a nice winter meal together. Afterwards, we return aided by lit mountain torches. Great Family fun and a unique winter experience that anyone can do! Each hike is approximately 1.5 hours each way.

Price: $15 per adult and $10 per child.

MUNICH: THE DARK TOUR

FEBRUARY 27 - PART ONE MARCH 1 - PART TWO This is the most ambitious introduction to the dark period of Munich’s history offered by any tour company! We’ll start with a two and ½ hour video and lecture about the rise of the Third Reich under Adolf Hitler in the city of Munich. On March 1, we’ll travel to Munich and walk the route of the “Bier Hall Putsch” and see nearly everything associated with this darkest period of Munich’s history. Call us for more details. Price: $45 per adult - not appropriate for children.

SKI AUSTRIA: EHRWALD

FEBRUARY 28 Check out the place the locals go. We’ll show you some hidden gems and big mountains. Price: $89

includes transportation, ski pass, $99 with equipment.

PARTNACH GORGE AND/OR ALPSPITZ WELLENBAD

FEBRUARY 28 The Partnach Gorge is one of the most beautiful natural sights in GarmischPartenkirchen! The Alpspitz Wellenbad is the town’s largest pool with the best spa in the local area with saunas, a steam bath, Jacuzzis, various types of pools, salt treatments, eating & drinking areas, numerous lounging areas and just about everything you might want to experience during the most relaxing day of your life. Price: $28 per adult.

WEEKEND TRIP PRESIDENT’S DAY AND VALENTINE’S DAY IN ITALY

FEBRUARY 13-16 The celebration of Presidents’ Day Weekend coincides with Valentine’s Day in the Romeo & Juliet city of Verona and the last weekend of Carnevale in Venice. We will drive to Vicenza to stay overnight. Day 1, we will celebrate the feast of St. Valentine in Verona. Day 2, we make the short train trip to Venice where we will see works of art, architecture and tourists in wild abandon during the Venetian Carnevale. Day 3, we will head to the hills around Verona to the restaurant capital of Borghetto to enjoy dining in a gourmet restaurant. Price: $390 per

adult, $195 per child ages 5-15 (includes transportation, accommodations and breakfast); single room supplement $45 per night.

Hours of Operation Friday - Monday: Noon - 6 p.m.

Federal Holidays: Closed

Contact Information

DSN 440-2638, CIV 08821-750-2638

FEBRUARY 2015

CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES

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Collage Work

Photo Club Raspberry Pi Mini Computer Construction

Billiards with B’ 9

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Sketching

Coping Techniques

Monopoly

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Wonderful

Mad Art

Charades

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Strip the Cosmos I

Cheezrotini

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Wonderful Wednesday

Youth

Fasching Masks with Pete

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Dance Prep with Maddy

Valentine’s Dance

Strip the Cosmos II

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Wonderful Wednesday

Raspberry Pi with Bri

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Gym Time

Chess

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Center

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Raspberry Pi Part II

Ping Pong

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1900-2200

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Funtabulous Art with Maddy

Catchphrase

Strip the Cosmos III

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Spaghetti Gym Time

Member Organization of

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Battleship

Pot of Tea with Pete

Winter Photos Menu Planning

Foosball Raspberry Pi

TECH LAB OPEN DAILY Homework Help Available Daily!

Come finish your Homework and then hang out with your friends!

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Wonderful

Photo Editing

Tonk

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Dinner Prep

Cordon Bleu

Strip the Cosmos IV

Gym Time

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School Days 1400-1800 Mon-Thur/1400-2200 Fri School Out Days 1300-1800 Mon-Thur/1400-2200 Fri 08821-750-2600/440-2600

FEBRUARY 2015

Arts, Crafts, Music & Theater

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MOM & CHILD BEGINNERS KITTING CLASS

In this 3 session Mom & Daughter class you will make a hand knitted scarf or beanie hat while you and your child (dads/sons are of course welcome!) will learn the basics of knitting.

Instruction fee: Adult $32/child $16.

Call for more details and dates.

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BRINGING BROADWAY TO YOU

February 21, 7 p.m.

A play with original songs by Tanya Barfield.

See cover for details.

Hours of Operation

MUSIC LESSONS FOR PIANO AND VIOLIN

Lessons are offered for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels, ages 5 to adult. Instructions takes place in the music practice room at the Crafts Tree. 2 month lesson package for piano or violin: $240.

Free piano practice room usage is included for all students!

Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m.

DID YOU KNOW? We have a CRAFTS RETAIL STORE - come check it out.

You may find the perfect gift for your Valentine: - Paints, Brushes, Ribbons - Art Supplies - Home Decorations - Hand Crafted Pottery - Seasonal Wares - Bavarian Souvenirs - Gift Items for Sale

Arts & Crafts - The Crafts Tree Bldg. 263

(Underneath the dining facility, go down the ramp)

Contact Information

DSN 440-3888/3475 | CIV 08821-750-3888/3475

FEBRUARY 2015

SPORTS & FITNESS

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FOR YOUR HEALTH & WELL BEING ... JOIN OUR FITNESS CLASSES Spin&Abs - an interval based indoor cycling, followed by a 10 minute abdominal mat session. Get your cardio and core workout in one class.

SCAT (Strength Cardio Agility Training) - a great way to burn fat, lose weight and get ultra-fit. This class is designed in the circuit format and easy to follow at your own level of fitness.

Core Challenge - a fun and challenging way to whittle your waist. This challenging class works to tone and condition all major muscles of the torso with the aim of increasing spinal stability, essential for posture and health.

VOLLEYBALL SEASON STARTS FEBRUARY 9.

GET IN THE GAME. CONTACT US NOW!

Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday & US Holiday Closed

Contact Information

DSN 440-2747 | CIV 08821-750-2747

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