December 2017 Family and MWR Hohenfels
events.programs.trips *passport required
WINTER HOLIDAY BAZAAR
November 30 - December 2, Community Activity Center (CAC), B40 and B47 Get started on your holiday shopping! Come shop a variety of gifts from over 40 vendors, including wine, cheese, clothing, furniture, home decor, jewelry and more.
ELF ON THE SHELF BINGO
through December 22, Library, B49 Starting on November 28, visit the library every day to see what Libby the Elf is up to! Fill out your BINGO card for prizes. She gets into all kinds of shenanigans...
HOLLY DAY CRAFTS
December 1-14, Library, B49 Stop by for a holiday craft activity! Make something festive for your home. Ages 3-10
CHRISTMAS MARKET: LAUSCHA
December 2, Outdoor Recreation, H15 According to modern legend, Lauscha is the birthplace of the modern glass Christmas tree ornament! See demonstrations of glass blowing, visit a plethora of glass boutiques, and observe the emergence of the famous Christmas tree decorations while strolling through the artisan village area in central Lauscha. Price: $59/adult, $45/child under 12
GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST
December 5-14, Library, B49 The annual Gingerbread House contest is back at the Library! Pick up entry forms starting November 2. Submissions are due by November 30. Voting will begin on December 5, and winners will be announced on December 14.
CHRISTMAS MARKET: ERLANGEN
December 7, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Erlangen is a university city in the metropolitan region of Nuremberg, which happens to be the world headquarters of many internationally known corporations. This multi-cultural city has two fantastic Christmas Markets: one in traditional Bavarian flair, and the other following a medieval theme. Both are within a short walking distance from one another. Additionally, an ice skating rink is located directly next to the Christmas Markets. Price: $25/person
UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER CRAFT
December 7, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Library, B49 You bring the sweater, we provide the ugly. Come get in the holiday spirit with this ugly sweater craft! Bring your own sweater to decorate, and materials will be provided. Refreshments will also be served. Ages 16 and up
ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
December 8, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Command Building, B1 Come to the annual Tree Lighting and Christmas Market! The Tree Lighting Ceremony starts at 4:30 p.m., but stay for holiday crafts, sing alongs, Santa, free train rides for kids and more. There will also be vendors selling holiday wares, including homemade wreaths, fresh Christmas trees, holiday decorations and food.
CORKS & CANVAS
December 8, 6:45 p.m., The Zone, B150 Paint your heart away while laughing, joking and enjoying a glass of your favorite drink! During each class we paint a special surprise that will be unveiled the day of the event. Classes (and glasses!) fill up quickly, so register today! Price: $25/person (pre-register for $20)
CHRISTMAS MARKET: ROTHENBURG
December 9, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Considered to be one of the most romantic Christmas Markets in Germany, Rothenburg is truly a destination to behold! Its medieval stage is home to the annual “Reiterlesmarkt,” the Rothenburg Christmas Market named after a local Teutonic legend, which began during pre-Christian times as the story of a horrid rider who carried the souls of the dead. As Christianity spread through Europe, the story of the rider developed from a wild creature into a loving, gentle man who gives gifts to all people on Earth. Price: $39/adult, $20/child under 12
SKI/SNOWBOARD AT STUBAI*
December 9-10, Outdoor Recreation, H15 Get a head start on the ski and snowboard season. Visit beautiful Stubai, Austria’s largest glacier skiing area, for an early season introduction to a life-long love affair with skiing or snowboarding. Previous experience not necessary. Receive lessons free of charge provided by professionally certified PSIA and AASI instructors. Includes lodging and half-off gear rentals. Lift passes not included. Price: $179/person
CHRISTMAS MARKET: NUREMBERG
December 14, Outdoor Recreation, H15 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! The enticing smells of mulled wine and rum punch, roasted almonds, bratwurst and gingerbread fill the air. And it’s not only tiny tots who will have their eyes all a-glow as the shoppers bustle out to open the holiday season in Germany. Join Hohenfels Outdoor Recreation to go along walking in a winter wonderland! Price: $29/person
CHRISTMAS MARKET: WUERZBURG
December 16, Outdoor Recreation, H15 The tradition of Wuerzburg’s Christmas Market has existed since the early 1800s. The smell of mulled wine and gingerbread, the marvelous scenery of the market square with the Marienkapelle and Falkenhaus, and over 100 traders with art, craftsmanship, gift items, sweet treats and winter pleasures make this market something special. Price: $39/adult, $20/child under 12
CYS “ALL STAR” PROGRAM
Our staff work very hard to make sure that Children are well cared for and have every opportunity to grow and develop. The ‘All Star’ program is set up to show staff how much we appreciate them and recognize their tireless efforts of caring for our Children and Youth. Please help us by writing ‘star notes’ for excellence that you see. Each facility has a special location for the ‘All Star’ cards to be posted. At the end of each month, the cards will be collected and an award will be given for the caregiver who has the most ‘Star Cards’.
Register for classes at acsbavaria.checkappointments.com
FINANCIALLY FIT December 1 & 15, 9 a.m. - noon, B10 A hands-on interactive class that teaches the importance of goal setting, finding out your net worth (shows how much you owe compared to what you own), budget setting techniques, a reality check (do I really spend what I think I spend?), setting up a spending plan to follow your budget and debt reduction strategies.
STRESS MANAGEMENT December 5, 10-11 a.m., B10 Learn about the different kinds of stress and how problematic stress an affect your mental and physical health. Identify your warning signs and the sources of your stress then learn how to better manage stress by, among other things, learning to let go.
GERMAN 101 December 12-15, 5:15-7:15 p.m., B10 An introduction to German will make it easier for you to order food in restaurants, shop, travel, ask for directions and understand German doctors. Make yourself more comfortable living in Germany by learning basic phrases. IMPORTANT NOTE: These are sequential classes that build on each other. Course consists of four 2-hour classes.
ANGER MANAGEMENT December 19, 10-11 a.m., B10 Anger is a natural emotional reaction. If not managed well, however, it can cause many problems from health issues to problems getting along with others, including your husband or wife. Learning more effective ways of dealing with conflict may just help you live a happier and more peaceful life.
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & IDENTIFICATION December 21, 3-4 p.m., B10 Learn how to identify signs of child abuse and neglect and appropriate reporting procedures within the local community.
LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO JUST TALK TO? Contact the ACS Military & Family Life Consultants for completely confidential professional “problem solving�. CIV 01522-422-1454 or CIV 01520-449-5704.
Ongoing Programs KIDS ZONE
LIBRARY
Tuesdays, Kids Zone, B40 Admission to the Kids Zone is only half price on Tuesdays. Come enjoy a fun afternoon with us!
Tuesdays, 3-4 p.m., Library, B49 Play with other chess enthusiasts and improve your skills. All ages are welcome. Please call for more information: CIV 09472-83-1740
HALF PRICE TUESDAYS
BOWLING CENTER GAMERS NIGHT
Mondays, 6 p.m., Bowling Center, B14 All gamers welcome. Come and pit your skills against others with the same interests. Games include Warhammer 40K, Dungeons & Dragons, Star Fleet Battles, Zombicide, Magic the Gathering and many others. Have a game you would like to try out? Bring it along!
RED PIN BOWLING Fridays, 6 p.m., Bowling Center, B14 A Red Pin is added to every lane. If the Red Pin is in the #1 position and you bowl a strike that frame, you win a free game. Attendant must be informed and pin spot verified before bowling.
COSMIC BOWLING
Saturdays, 6 p.m., Bowling Center, B14 We’ll have the lights out and the black lights on! Enjoy R&B music while getting your bowl on.
OUTDOOR RECREATION INDOOR CLIMBING
Tuesdays No experience is required to have a go at this sport. On alternating Tuesdays, “boulder” and “top rope” at the local gyms of Nuremburg and Regensburg. Join the greater outdoor recreation community and learn why climbing is one of the best social exercises for all ages
ACS
KIDS CONNECTION
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m., B321 This twice weekly ACS playgroup offers a fun and diverse format featuring music time, free play and special activity stations. Redefined for ages 5 and under, this program offers flexibility and opportunity to meet new people who are raising young children in our community.
CHESS CLUB
LAPSIT STORYTIME
Wednesdays, 11:10 a.m. - noon, Library, B49 A fun weekly learning event full of stories, music and play for infants and their parents. This is a great opportunity to introduce the basic building blocks of early literacy while establishing positive habits and routines in reading for babies and their parents.
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME
Thursdays, 10-11 a.m., Library, B49 Bring your little one to the library and listen to stories read aloud by our library staff. What better way to spend your day than to be in the imagination of a child and a good book!
LEGO CLUB
December 20, 3-4 p.m., Library, B49
Show us your Lego skills and participate in fun Lego themed events. There are always interesting activities planned, such as Lego Car racing, so join us for all things Lego! CYS SKIESUnlimited Classes SKIESUnlimited stands for “School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills” with the word “Unlimited” for the unlimited possibilities that this program provides Children and Youth. Classes include Break Dancing, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Tiny Tumblers, Karate, Tutoring, Soccer Skills Academy and Yoga. For more information on each program and how to sign up, contact Parent Central Services at 09472-83-2078.
Family and MWR
Phone Directory Family and MWR Admin. Office, B33.......................466-2079 Army Lodging, B63...................................................466-1700 Arts & Crafts, B18.....................................................466-2538 Automotive Skills Center, B392A..............................466-2690 Army Community Services (ACS), B10.....................466-4860 Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)......466-4708 Bowling Center, B14.................................................466-4611 Community Activity Center, B40..............................466-2670 Java Café, Kid’s Zone Library, B49...............................................................466-1740 Outdoor Recreation, H15.........................................466-2060 Post Gym, B88..........................................................466-2883 Special Events, B33..................................................466-4708 Value Added Tax (VAT) Office, B10..........................466-1780 Warrior Zone, B150...................................................466-3705 Child & Youth Services CYS Admin. Office, B33............................................466-4718 Parent Central Services, B10.....................................466-2078 Child Development Center, B111.............................466-4706 School Age Center, B112.........................................466-2822 Youth Center, B72.....................................................466-4492 Youth Sports, B317...................................................466-2488 Civilian Prefix 09472-83-xxxx
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