herald union, march 12, 2015

Story and photo by Shayna Brouker

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs

Office

Transformation of the Wiesbaden community footprint continues with Hainerberg Housing be-coming access-controlled beginning March 15. It is necessary to prepare for the opening of the new Post Exchange on April 17.

The closure of Hain-erberg Housing has been in the planning process for the past five years and has always been tied to the opening of the new Exchange, said Lt. Col. Joe Hissim, Director of Emergency Services. It will be open only to those normally authorized ac-cess to controlled U.S. military installations.

“With the new PX, it was not feasible to continue securing indi-vidual facilities, [such

as] the schools, PX and the Taunus movie theater. It is more economical to have one access control point for the entire Hain-erberg Housing,” said Roger Gerber, Director of Transformation Sta-tioning Management Of-fice. In addition, German authorities require the Army to control access to the Exchange for tax and customs purposes, similar to operations at the current PX.

“Besides the cost sav-ings of a single access control point, a controlled perimeter also allows us to provide additional security to all our large gathering areas such as the Wiesbaden lodge, the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center and the commis-sary,” added Hissim.

A temporary access control point on Washing-

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America Wiesbaden schools celebrate Dr. Seuss, the fun of reading.

See page 12.

PartnershipWiesbaden units

exchange training, experience with host nation partners. See

pages 3 and 5.

Read Across America

Wiesbaden schools celebrate Dr. Seuss, the fun of reading.

See page 12.

Reader feedbackSpc. Broc Thorud said he would take a soc-cer ball with him on a one-way ticket to

Mars. Read more on page 2.

See Hainerberg on page 3

HainerbergAccess control begins March 15

The new Exchange on Hainerberg is scheduled to open April 17.

Army Emergency Relief campaign kicks offStory and photo by

Shayna BroukerU.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden

Public Affairs Office

From car repairs to mortgage payments, Army Emergency Relief is here to help Soldiers and families in need — like the 139 Soldiers in Wiesbaden who received $236,000 in loans and grants from funds raised by the community in 2014.

March 6 marked the kickoff for this year’s campaign to raise funds that enable “Soldiers help-ing Soldiers.” AER is a non-profit organization established in 1942 to provide emergency financial assistance to Soldiers and their families. It offers interest-free loans and grants to those needing emergency financial help with rent and mortgage, utilities and deposits,

food, medical and dental expenses and a slew of other needs.

“This is a very important cam-paign that will raise funds that help keep your Soldiers focused on their mission,” said Mary Cheney, Army Community Services AER officer, speaking to Wiesbaden AER project officers March 6.

Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Steven Broad-way, senior emergency assistance administrator for AER, spoke to the project officers about why the campaign is so important.

He would know. Once, as a junior enlisted Soldier, he applied for a loan to help with a car repair — and the AER officer threw his ap-plication in the trash and said, “We don’t fix cars.” He had to hitch-hike to work during a bitter Fort Carson, Colo. winter until his next paycheck

would pay for the repairs. “I was an E-6 before I thought

AER did any good,” he said. “I vowed that if I ever got a chance to impact that area, I would. I never turn down a loan application for car repairs.”

Now, 74 percent of AER dollars assist with privately owned vehicle repairs, rent or mortgage payments and emergency travel.

“Those alone make it worth-while to keep AER alive and well. We need to keep the fund healthy,” he said. “Where else would Soldiers go — loan sharks and high-interest loans? It’s terrible to think about.”

Assistance is requested through the chain of command, and Soldiers rank E-5 and above do not need chain of command approval. Yet de-

See AER on page 4

Photo by Shayna Brouker

‘AIDA’ reignsNubian slaves raise up their princess Aida, played by Hannah Cornish, in Wiesbaden High School Music and Theatre Departments’ production of the musical by Elton John and Tim Rice March 7. See story on page 6.

Reader feedbackSpc. Broc Thorud said PartnershipPartnership

Wiesbaden units exchange training,

experience with host nation partners. See

pages 3 and 5.

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Commentary

Herald Union published by Command and newspaper staffUSAG Wiesbaden Commander......................Col. Mary L. Martin

USAG Wiesbaden Command Sergeant Major

......................................Command Sgt. Maj. Roy L. Rocco

Public Affairs Officer............................................Anemone Rueger

Editor..................................................Chrystal Smith (mil 548-2003)

Reporter...........................................Shayna Brouker (mil 548-2004)

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Feedback: If you were going on a one-way trip to Mars, what would you take with you and why?

Pfc. Broc Thorud“I would bring a soccer ball with me so I could play on Mars.”

Pvt. 2nd Class Lloyd Caroro“If I went to Mars I would take my guns with me so I could try shooting on a dif-ferent planet.”

Spc. Wesley Mitchell“I would also take a lot of water and weights or work-out equipment.”

Staff Sgt. Sylvester Fields“I would definitely take my favorite food, lasagna, and lots of water.”

Renee Benjamin“I would never go to Mars, so there would be no need to pack.”

Commentary by Chrystal Smith

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office

It’s no question that I had to take this layover in Wiesbaden, especially when I recall the memory of my start here.

I truly didn’t have a plan for being here long, as I remember praying, “God, if I’m supposed to stay in Germany, you have to make the provision.” So by faith I accepted a 90-day temporary job assignment and more than eight years later, I’m now saying my farewell.

Throughout this time I have amassed a number of memories of living and working in one of the most exciting areas of Germany. Memories of friend-ships, good times and celebra-tion are in balance with the sad occasions of constantly saying goodbye, wet, cold and dreary days, and somber loss. But it’s within those private moments and special memories that rec-ognize the extent of my personal growth — spiritually, mentally and physically.

I was extremely fortunate to have had a job that opened a world of adventure unto me. It was a convenient excuse to

hang out with the children in the schools, t h e s p o u s -es’ club on field

trips, Soldiers at a training site, German counterparts on city excursions, fundraisers on the golf course, tourists in foreign countries and even inquiring strangers on the phone.

My duty as a journalist often gave me an exclusive ac-cess into place few were ever invited. The community let me into intimate spaces to share stories that would impact the Army world. With tears, laugh-ter and sometimes disdain you shared yourselves so that the world would get the best story. Thanks for trusting me in telling stories that often were informa-tive, insightful, encouraging or enlightening.

I was blessed to work alongside some of the best in the business of public affairs, which made going to work more pleasurable than laborious. My colleagues’ professional excellence, character, charity,

encouraging nature and colorful personalities kept me motivated in turning out good products, as the U.S. Army Garrison Wies-baden Public Affairs Office was truly an award-winning outfit.

The garrison team, which for me includes the Logistics Readiness Center, has been an extended family of sorts. You have inspired me in ways I can’t adequately explain. At various times you were mentors, role models, cheerleaders and confidants. I believe that I’ve worked with many of the best and brightest during these years of my career. You were teaching me when you didn’t think I was paying attention, comforting me when I was secretly hurting, and reenergizing me after a draining production week.

And as I say so long for now to Deutschland, I’m excited about the adventure ahead. I’m thankful for what I’ve learned here — especially of myself.

And as I head off to North Carolina — the land of “sugar and honey” — and my battle cry begins to transition from “hooah” to “ooh-rah,” thanks for making this Army ride truly worthwhile. Hopefully, I got the wording right.

‘Bis denn’ Wiesbaden

Numerous Interactive Customer Service comments have been submitted regarding postal services and hours of operations.

An anonymous comment recently submitted read: “The hours in which the package pickup is available does not work with my work schedule at all. What is the possibility of having one day a week where the service is provided earlier or later? Or even Saturday pickup time? Can the facility install keyed parcel pickup bins?”

In an effort to provide better and more relevant services and hours of operation, the Wiesbaden Postal Service Center officials are conducting a survey through March 20 to assess customer satisfaction regarding the facility’s operating hours and services. Patrons of the service are asked to participate in the survey to ensure as many opinions are submitted and considered by managers toward making necessary adjustments. Log onto https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/

WiesbadenPostalServiceCenter to take the survey or share your com-ments with representatives who will be at various locations around the community through March 20. March 12 and 19 — Strong Teams Cafe/Dining Facility from noon to 1 p.m.; March 17 — Shoppette, 5-6 p.m.; and March 20 — Exchange, 5-6 p.m.

And to the anonymous submitter, “Thank you for taking the time to submit an ICE comment card. We value your feedback as we strive to provide the best customer service possible. We are looking at the possibility of adjusting the facility hours sometime in the very near future. Your suggestion about using the pack station concept will be kept in mind when more funding comes available.”

Postal officials seek community feedback

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News and features

News flashDental clinic services for retirees

Retirees and their family members currently can make an appointment five days prior to the appointment date. Those seeking treatment must have a current record and examination at the clinic in order to make the appointment. Examinations and sick call are performed on a walk-in basis daily from 12:30-2 p.m. The clinic, open most training holidays, encourages retirees to call prior to those days to increase their chance of being seen. Call mil 590-1515 or civ (06371) 9464-1515 for clinic information and appointments. The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP), delivered through Delta Dental Insurance, provides coverage at reduced cost for most dental procedures. More information can be found by going to www.trdp.org or www.tricare.mil.

New passport procedureA new passport appointment procedure is in

effect as of Feb. 23 until April 20: the office will only take appointments. Starting April 20, walk-in customers will be accepted during certain hours, and evening hours will accommodate customers until 6 p.m. Visit wiesbaden.army.mil and click “Services”then “ID Cards & Passports” for details.

Housing surveyU.S. Army Europe is asking service members

in Germany who live off-post in privately leased or rental housing to take part in the annual housing survey. The survey is instrumental in ensuring ac-curate housing allowance rates for military families living off-post. The survey will be active March 1-31 and can be found at https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/oha-util-mar.cfm

Best place to workThe U.S. Army Audit Agency has once again

been named one of the “Best Places to Work in the Federal Government by the Partnership for Public Service.” This is the fifth consecutive year the agency has been officially recognized for placing in the top ranks of the partnership’s competition.

New Truck Gate entry hoursAs of Feb. 12, the former Truck Gate entry/

exit point connecting to the Access Control Point for Clay Kaserne will be open 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays. It will be closed on weekends and federal holidays.Bulk trash pick-up

Bulk trash pick-up for housing areas will be postponed from April 7 to April 13 due to the city’s efforts with Easter cleanup. Residents may dispose of bulk items at the Recycle and Reuse Center on Clay Kaserne or area recycling centers. Check wiesbaden.army.mil for more information. Report suspicious activity on the go

It is now possible to report suspicious events via the iWatch mobile apps on the Android or Microsoft mobile operating systems. Development is underway for devices running the Apple mobile operating system. Visit https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gov.us.army.eyewatch and download the app today.

tonstrasse below the commissary will be established March 15. It will have two automobile lanes and one truck lane inbound and one exit lane. Here are important things to know:

• An exit gate near the new PX Mall on Washingtonstrasse and B455 will allow outbound traffic only and no pedestrian traf-fic. This outbound gate and the aforementioned inbound/outbound gate below the commissary will be operational until the new, perma-nent ACP near the new PX Mall is completed in spring 2016.

• After Sunday, March 15, pe-destrians can enter the installation through the ACP or at the pedes-trian gate adjacent to the walk-over bridge on New York Strasse at the high school. An MP will be on site Monday morning to assist school children walking from Aukamm and Crestview to Hainerberg. Gar-rison leadership encourages parents to use that Sunday and Monday (a U.S. Army Europe training holiday) to practice using the gate or ac-company their children to school to ensure a smooth entry.

• There will no longer be pedes-trian access from the parking lot

below the com-missary directly up the stairs to the commis-sary. Access to the dog walking area will be from the commissary side.

• The Taunus Theater reno-vations will be extended until after July 4 to complete reno-vations on the bathrooms.

Texasstrasse between Missis-sippistrasse and Floridastrasse continues to be one-way only during school hours.

At the Community Information Exchange Feb. 24, Deputy Garrison Commander Doug Earle said he and Garrison Commander Col. Mary Martin welcome feedback about related concerns so that leadership can address issues quickly and ef-ficiently.

“Transforming Hainerberg to a closed community is an important step in Garrison Wiesbaden’s prog-ress as we anticipate the opening of a brand-new PX that will better serve our community,” said Martin. “We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as we move forward and make Wiesbaden an even better place to live.”

Hainerberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

By Shayna BroukerU.S. Army Garrison

Wiesbaden Public Affairs Office

The U.S. Army Gar-rison Wiesbaden Fire De-partment lent their exper-tise and assistance to their host nation partners when white powder caused con-cern downtown.

A white powder sub-stance found in an en-velope in Wiesbaden’s Department of Social Work in Wiesbaden set off anxiety the morn-ing of Feb. 6. The fire department, police and emergency medical tech-nicians responded to find out what the substance was and if the public was endangered.

On site was the city of Wiesbaden’s Hazardous Materials team, the Wi-esbaden City Fire Depart-ment and the Wiesbaden (Clay Kaserne) Fire De-partment, which has spe-cial detection equipment for biological substances.

At first, malicious intent could not be ruled out.

“Our partnership has been on a high level for many years. We have relied more on their help because our staffing is not high, but in certain cir-cumstances, based on our military history we have much better equipment and training,” said Daniel Corzelius, Wiesbaden fire chief. “They really appreciate when we can assist them. We’ve done that several times — three or four times within the past few years we assisted them with technology and knowledge. It proves that mutual aid is not a one-way street.”

The building was not evacuated since there was no clear danger to the people in the building. Firefighter teams with special protective gear analyzed the powder and determined it was not any biological or toxic sub-

stance. At approximately 12:40 p.m., the “all clear” was announced.

Polizei then confis-cated the envelope and the powder to investigate. The Criminal Police De-partment is now trying to track down the sender of the envelope. If found, the offender faces being charged with the emer-gency response costs.

“This is no joke any-

more; this is a criminal offense with significant impact and will be pros-ecuted,” said Markus Hoffman from the Wies-baden Polizei.

At this time, no sus-pect has been appre-hended. (Editor’s note: Daniel Becker wrote a German version of this story which can be found at www.wiesbadenaktu-ell.de)

Fire Department lends help to host nation

Photo by Daniel Becker

U.S. and host nation first reponders take action downtown.

The Hainerberg Child Development Center, Building 7875, will close March 13. Starting March 16, care for children currently enrolled in Hainerberg CDC will be provided at existing CDCs on Clay Kaserne and Hainerberg Housing area, which have space available while the children who attend care before and after school are in class.

Additional toddler and preschool hourly care spaces have been opened up in Clay CDC to ac-commodate an increase in toddler and preschool hourly care needs. There is no waiting list for the “immediate demand” category at Clay CDC, and existing care will not be affected by the relocated Hainerberg children.

In addition, Child, Youth and School Services is working on plans to convert three empty housing apartments in Hainerberg to CD Homes. Once open, these CD Homes will offer the same types of care that were offered in the Hainerberg CDC. For questions about the CDC, contact Coordinator Cecilia Kandler at mil 548-9300 or civ (0611) 143-548-9300.

The Hainerberg Child Development Center,

Parents: Did you know? Continued from page 1


News and features

spite the benefits of a no-interest loan, some Soldiers still use a credit card or non-bank lending institution instead of AER for fear of reprisal, perceived risk to one’s career and security clearance (neither are at risk) and the belief that it is too difficult a process to get the funds .

So several years ago, AER instituted the Commander’s Re-ferral Program to streamline the process and empower the chain of command. Now, 44 percent of all AER assistance is initiated as a CR loan.

The AER also has a mobile app that includes information on

eligibility, categories o f a s s i s -tance and where to get assistance — such as the closest Red Cross office and its contact i n f o r m a -tion in case o f emer-gency.

F o r more in -formation about AER, contact Army Community Services’

Mary Cheney at civ (0611)143-548-9201.

By Kerstin BartnikWiesbaden Legal Center

Many clients in legal assis-tance have legal questions about their vehicles. They may have had an accident, a garage may not have carried out the repair job satisfactorily or the recently purchased used car, which was supposed to be a bargain, starts falling apart a little too soon.

German contract law governs all transactions of purchasing a used car, whether from the In-ternet, a dealer or a friend. What rights does a buyer have against a seller if repairs become neces-sary? Generally, German law says that the seller of an item is responsible for defects for two years. With certain limitation, this warranty law applies to sec-ondhand car purchases, making the seller responsible for defects.

With used cars, a distinction must be drawn between what constitutes a mechanical defect and what can be considered being normal wear and tear. Even if it impairs the function of a used car, normal wear and tear does not usually constitute a legally relevant defect. Normal wear and tear is determined by considering the age and condition of the car. The older the car, the more likely the problem is considered to be ordinary wear and tear. Often, only an appraiser can draw the line between a defect and wear

and tear.There is an additional

problem many buyers face: the two year warran-ty period can be excluded in a written agreement or at least shortened to one year. If you are buying a car from a private indi-vidual, it is permissible in a contract to exclude any warranties. Often such contracts may say that the car was bought “as is.” In such a case, the risk is shifted entirely to the buyer, who can only go after the seller in case of a defect if it can be proven that the seller knew the defect existed and purposefully did not disclose it to the buyer.

A little more protection is guaranteed if you are buying from a professional car dealer. Here the normal two-year warranty period cannot be done away with but it can be reduced to just one year.

So, if your “new” used car starts having problems, you first have to establish that the me-chanical problem indeed qualifies as a defect. Then you have to show that this defect was there at the time the car was transferred to you.

Once these requirements are met, your first option is to request that the seller repairs the car free of charge. You can only cancel the contract and request your money back — taking into account used mileage — if the seller fails to fix the problem.

What can you do to avoid such problems in the first place?

If possible, before the sale is

complete, the buyer should have the car thoroughly checked out and tested by another garage or an official appraiser. Although this will not be free of charge, it will create clarity and allow for the possibility to negotiate the price.

Make sure that all terms are in writing and signed by both parties. Beware that a clause such as “inspection guaranteed” only means that the seller must make sure that the car is in such a condition that it passes inspec-tion. Passing inspection is not a guarantee that the vehicle will remain reliable.

When you are selling or pur-chasing a secondhand vehicle, it is essential to carefully consider all aspects of the transaction in order to prevent it from becoming a problem.

Contact theWiesbaden Legal Center in the Welcome Center, Building 1023W on Clay Kaserne or call mil 537-0664 or civ (0611) 143-537-0664. The office is open Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. On Thursday the office is open 1-4 p.m.

From the blotterCompiled by the U.S. Army Garrison

Wiesbaden Directorate of Emergency Services

Feb. 19 Failure to obey: A noncommissioned officer is being

charged with failure to obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.

Communicating threat: An officer is being charged with communicating a threat.

Feb. 21 Traffic accident: A Soldier is being charged with a traf-

fic accident: Failure to yield the right-of-way, causing property damage.

Feb. 23 Traffic accident: An NCO is being charged with a traffic

accident failure to judge proper clearance.Assault: Two NCOs are being charged with simple as-

sault and communicating a threat.Traffic accident: An NCO is being charged with traffic

accident: Improper passing causing property damage.Traffic accident: A family member is being charged with

failure to maintain control causing property damage.Resisting apprehension: A Soldier is being charged with

resisting apprehension. Feb. 24 Drunken operation: An NCO is being charged with

drunken operation of a vehicle.Traffic accident: An NCO is being charged with following

too closely causing property damage.Failure to obey: An officer is being charged with failure to

obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.Traffic accident: A family member is being charged with

improper backing causing property damage.Traffic accident: A family member is being charged with

inattentive driving causing property damage.Traffic accident: A family member is being charged with

failure to maintain control causing property damage.Traffic accident: A civilian is being charged with failure

to clear the rear causing property damage.Feb. 26 Failure to obey: An NCO is being charged with failure to

obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.Traffic accident: An NCO is being charged with inatten-

tive driving causing property damage.Failure to obey: A civilian is being charged with failure to

obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.Simple assault: A family member is being charged with

simple assault and civilian misconduct.Traffic accident: A civilian is being charged with following

too closely causing property damage.Feb. 27 Failure to obey: An NCO is being charged with failure to

obey order or regulation: Owning an unregistered vehicle.Traffic accident: A civilian is being charged with failure

to judge proper distance causing property damage.Feb. 28 Traffic accident: A civilian is being charged with inat-

tentive driving causing property damage.March 1 Traffic accident: Two civilians are being charged with

inattentive driving causing property damage.March 2 Traffic accident: A Soldier is being charged with failure

to judge proper clearance causing property damage.Traffic accident: An officer is being charged with failure

to yield the right-of-way causing property damage.

Purchasing a second-hand car

AER . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Continued from page 1

Broadway speaks to AER project officers March 6 about the importance of keeping the fund “alive and well.”

There may be problems lurking un-derneath the hood.

Points to keep in mind, protect yourself


USAG Wiesbaden — Wackernheim, Wiesbaden

U.S., German Signal Soldiers strengthen partnershipBy William King and

Staff Sgt. Marshall Mason

5th Signal Command Public Affairs Office

U.S. and German Signal Soldiers took advantage of an opportunity to familiarize themselves with each oth-er’s weapons systems, form friendships and strengthen a partnership that is shared between their units by partici-pating in a pair of joint ranges this month.

Soldiers from Charlie Com-pany, 44th Expeditionary Signal Battalion fired German MG3 machine guns at a range Feb. 10 in Erfurt, and German Soldiers from the 383rd Com-munication and Information Systems Battalion fired M16 rifles at a range Feb. 19 at the Grafenwöhr Training Area.

“This was a great oppor-tunity for us to build some community relations with our German allies and a chance for them to familiarize themselves with our weapon systems,” said Sgt. Stephen M. Kulick, com-mand post node team chief,

Company C, 44th ESB.Kulick, the company ar-

morer, performed preliminary marksmanship instructions for five different weapons, including the M16 rifle, M4 carbine with optics, M249 light machine gun, Mk-19 grenade launcher and the M2 Browning .50 caliber machine gun.

“I believe our German allies enjoyed our presentation on the Mk-19 the best,” Kulick said with a smile.

The ranges, however, were about more than just familiar-izing the U.S. and German Sol-diers with each other’s weapons systems. Capt. Jacob Roecker, company commander, said the goal of the ranges was to open dialogue at different levels.

“I want lieutenants talking to lieutenants, sergeants talk-ing to sergeants, specialists talking to specialists, and we want to encourage interactive opportunities so that dialogue can form,” he said.

Roecker said working with the German signal unit since December has shown his unit

some of the challenges involved in talking with partners and al-lies. He pointed to the ranges and similar training events as

the first steps toward building their partnership together.

“Opportunities like this… are where initiative, creative

thinking, creative training op-portunities are really going to be what allows this [partnership] to work,” said Roecker.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Marshall Mason

Sgt. Stephen Kulick, Command Post Node team chief, Company C, 44th ESB, demon-strates how to use the bipod on the M249 light machine gun to a group of 383rd Com-munications and Information Systems German Soldiers.

Photo by Shayna Brouker

Window shoppingWiesbaden Exchange General Manager Dan Barriga shows Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers members the upper floor of the stock room during a tour of the new PX Mall March 4. BOSS members got an exclusive look at the new Exchange set to open April 17. The new store increased in size by between 10 and 15 percent, as did the inventory. Other features include a BeFit area for fitness apparel, the first of its kind in Europe; a garden and outdoor center that includes some basic automotive parts and supplies; and a larger variety of shoes and clothing.

Im Haderwald 2, 67661 KaiserslauternT. 0631-351700 [email protected] www.capitolmotors.com


Schools page — Partners in education

By Mackinley BullockSpecial to the Herald Union

Another successful musi-cal has closed its curtains on the stage at Wiesbaden High School. “AIDA,” the winter musical, had two back-to-back weekend performances, Feb. 27 through March 1 and March 5-7. All shows were fairly crowded and got nothing but standing ovations and rave reviews.

“I really enjoyed the play. I’m not really into musicals that much but this one was very entertaining to watch,” said student Jack Tone. Jack’s sister, sophomore Alex Tone, played Amneris and he came to support her the first weekend the play was performed.

“For me, it was pretty excit-ing seeing my baby sister doing what she loves and doing a fantastic job at it, too. It made me feel like an extremely proud big brother.”

Behind the scenes, the ac-tors and actresses put in long hours after school and even weekends to make this play a huge success. Rehearsals began the week after Thanks-giving and students worked for about two hours every day after school.

“My mom is the choreogra-

pher for all of the dance numbers in the play so I was always in ‘AIDA’ mode, even at home,” said senior Fiona Bryant. She and her younger sister were in the play.

“We would alternate prac-tices. Tuesday and Thursday

would be dance prac-tice and the rest of the week we would work on acting and singing,” Bryant explained.

The play featured several dance scenes with fast-paced, com-plicated moves. Bry-ant said she was very impressed with every-one’s hard work in the production.

For the senior, tak-ing her final bow in her last musical production was bittersweet.

“I was very happy to be able to be in the musical with my sister; it made my last one even more memo-rable,” she said.

The WHS Drama Depart-ment will present one more play this year, most likely a senior-directed performance.

(Mackinley Bullock, a senior at Wiesbaden High School, is an intern with the garrison’s Public Affairs Office.)

Wiesbaden players bring ‘AIDA’ to life

The stage is set for the Pharaoh to announce his daughter Amneris’ (Alex Tone) long-awaited marriage to Radames (Jeremiah Ward).

Amneris’s handmaids put on a fashion show to indulge the nar-cissist’s obsession for fashion.

The Nubians plead with Aida (Hannah Cornish) to lead them in “The Dance of the Robe.” Webelos on air

Webelos Scouts from Den 9, Pack 13 get an introduction to FM radio opera-tions from AFN Wiesbaden’s Sgt. Tony Kozleuchar during the evening show to meet a requirement for the commu-nicator activity badge. They were also briefed by Gary Bautell and Pfc. Richard Povian on other career-related top-ics. Find more information on the “Cub Scout Pack 13” Facebook page or email [email protected]. Photo by Bill Heiges

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Community notes ... Community notesGAIWC spring bazaar

The German-American and International Women’s Club hosts its annual flea market bazaar at the Kurhaus Kolon-naden in downtown Wiesbaden (Kurhausplatz 1) March 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A large variety of second-hand items, from women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, shoes, leather ware, sports items and housewares to art and other collector’s items will be available at very low costs. There will be prizes and snacks, and the proceeds will benefit the Fisher House, Army Community Service programs and the student exchange pro-gram. For more information contact Ingrid Holmer at [email protected] holiday observations

In observation of Roman Catholic Lent, Catholic Mass will be held March 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30 at noon in Hainerberg Chapel. Stations of the Cross will be observed March 13, 20 and 27 at 6 p.m. at Hainerberg, followed by soup and bread in the activity room. For the Roman Catholic Holy Week, the Clay Chapel will hold Palm Sunday Mass March 28 at 5 p.m.; Hainerberg Chapel will hold Mass March 29 at 9 a.m. For Holy Thurs-day, Hainerberg Chapel will hold Mass April 2 at 7 p.m., followed by veneration of the Blessed Sacrament until 10 in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Good Friday service will be April 3 at 3 p.m. in the Hainer-berg Chapel. Easter Vigil Mass will be April 4 at 8 p.m., with a reception following. There will be no 5 p.m. Mass at Clay Chapel. Easter Sunday Mass will be held April 5 at 9 a.m. in the Hainerberg Chapel.

Jewish Passover will be cel-ebrated with a Seder meal April 3 and 4 at 8:30 p.m. at Capt. (Chaplain) David Ruderman’s home. Call (0162) 234-2292 for more details.

Protestant Christian ser-vices will observe Maundy Thursday with a worship service April 2 at noon at the Clay Chapel. Good Friday will be celebrated April 3 at noon at Clay. There will be an Easter sunrise service April 5 at 6:30 a.m. at Clay Kaserne Building

1669 (near the Truck Gate) with a reception afterward. There will also be Easter services at Hainerberg Elementary School at 10 a.m.; Gospel service at Clay Chapel at 10:30 a.m.; and traditional service at Hainerberg Chapel at 11 a.m.KinderFest

The 2015 KinderFest and Community Egg Hunt will be held April 4 at the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be children’s crafts, games, mu-sic and entertainment and the hourly egg hunts will begin at 10, 11, noon and 1 p.m.BOSS gets busy

Wiesbaden’s Better Op-portunities for Single Soldiers features free BOSS movie night Mondays at 6 p.m. Call civ (0611) 143-548-9815 or stop by the Warrior Zone on Clay Kaserne for more information.USO seeks volunteers

USO is seeking volunteers to help with various programs around the Wiesbaden military community. Volunteers must be 18 and older and possess a Depart-ment of Defense ID card. Go to www.usovolunteer.org to apply. Contact USO Rhein-Main volun-teer coordinator at mil 548-5103.

Women’s history eventThe community is invited

to the garrison’s celebration of Women’s History Month March 25 at the Tony Bass Multi-purpose Center from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The theme is “Weaving the Stories of Women’s Lives.”MS support group

Army Community Service offers a multiple sclerosis sup-port group every second Thurs-day of the month at Hainerberg Housing Building 7790 (Texas-strasse 57, Apartment 1) at 5:30 p.m. Call (0611) 143-548-9201 for more details.Reconnection workshops

The Wiesbaden American Red Cross offers free and confi-

dential reconnection workshops for military families going through redeployment. Work-shops address communicating clearly and focus on topics such as exploring stress and trauma, identifying depression, relating to children and working through anger. For information about holding a workshop for your family or group call the Red Cross at civ (0611) 143-548-1760, email [email protected] or stop by the office in Building 1206 on Clay Kaserne.Fellowship, Bible study

The Protestant Women of the Chapel host fellowship, worship and Bible study every Tuesday from 9-11:30 a.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Hainerberg Chapel. Child care is provided.

Community Information Exchange

The next Community In-formation Exchange will be held April 1 at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Activity Center on Wiesbaden’s Clay Kaserne. Follow it live on the Garrison Wiesbaden Facebook page.Welfare grants

Do you belong to a private organization in the Wiesbaden community that is in need of funds for a worthy cause? Consider applying for a Wi-esbaden Community Spouses Club welfare grant at http://wiesbadenspousesclub.com/welfare_grants. For more information send an email to [email protected].

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Sports and leisure

Things to do ... Things to doAntique saleThe Wiesbaden Senior Parent

Association hosts an antique sale March 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and March 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Wiesbaden High School Multi-purpose Room benefiting WHS Project Gradu-ation. Visit www.schoolhouse-antiques.com or contact Rachel Russell at (0611) 3347-9623 for more information.

Wiesbaden Easter MarketTwo weeks before Easter the tradi-

tional Easter Market takes place in the pedestrian zone of Wiesbaden and at Mauritius Square, offering crafts, snacks and more March 21-22. On Sunday a great fabric market with more than 100 stands takes place at Dern’sches Gelände. Stores are open Sunday for shopping from 1-6 p.m.

Trips and toursWiesbaden Outdoor Recreation

offers London Overnight March 12-15, Prague Overnight March 21-22, American Cemetery and Luxembourg City Tour March 21-22, Copenhagen March 27-29, Europa Park April 11, Paris Express April 18, Brussels Ex-press April 25, Keukenhof Tulip Pa-

rade April 25 and Strasbourg, France April 25. Call civ (0611) 143-548-9801 for more information.

USO travelJoin the USO for trips to Amsterdam

Overnight March 14-16, Schwäbisch Hall: City Tour & Easter Market March 21, Frankfurt Walking Tour March 21, Riesling Route March 22, Bern, Switzerland and Chocolate Factory March 28, and the American Army Crosses the Rhine March 28. Stop by any area USO or call civ (0611) 143-548-5106 for more information.

Filmfest Frankfurt International

This year the fest is showing a few American films in the original language

(not dubbed): “The Queen of Versailles” March 19, “Hard Soil — The Muddy Roots of

American Music” March 20 and “Rodeo Boxer” March 21. Visit www.lichter-filmfest.de for more information.

Wine tastingKloster Eberbach offers a wine

tasting of six different wines in its centuries-old abbey March 12. Visit http://kloster-eberbach.de/weingut.htm for more information about this and other wine events.

Jazz at the Rowing ClubThe young Austrian trio “Mario

Rom’s Interzone” performs at the Rud-ersport Rowing Club (Uferstrasse 1, 65203 Wiesbaden-Biebrich) March 13 at 8 p.m. Read more about the band at www.laubrecords.com/interzone/.

Sports shortsFree golf

The Rheinblick Golf Course offers free golf March 1-31 as part of its annual membership drive. All ID cardholders will receive green fees. Call the Pro Shop for tee times at mil 537-7002 or civ (0611) 5059-2717.5k fun run

Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation kicks off its five-kilometer fun run series with a St. Patrick’s Day run March 14 starting at the Wies-baden Fitness Center. The run is free and open to U.S. ID cardholders. Register at the fitness center from 7-8:30 a.m.; the run begins at 9 a.m.. The first 125 participants to register receive a free T-shirt. Basketball tournament

The Inatallation Management Command-Europe Unit Level Basketball Championships are March 20-21 at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center. The event is free to all spectators. To volunteer at the tournament contact Tony Lee at mil 548-7576 or [email protected] Center dress code

Patrons of the Wiesbaden Fitness Center should be aware there is a dress code. For example, ACUs are permitted only during lunch hours from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., shorts should be longer than finger tip-length when arms are straight alongside the body, and exposed midriffs are prohibited. For details, visit http://wiesbaden.armymwr.com/europe/wiesbaden/ and search “dress code.”Charity golf tourney

The Kaiserslautern American German Busi-ness Club holds its annual Charity Golf Scramble Tournament May 29 at Woodlawn Golf Course on Ramstein Air Base with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Proceeds from the event go to fund the AGBC Scholarship for German and American students who are pursuing business-related courses at the university level. The deadline for application and payment of fees is May 10. Send an email to Tom Shaver at [email protected] to sign up or receive more information.

Junior ballers takes action center stage

Story and photo by Shayna Brouker

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs

Office

It was a hard-scrabble fight among six teams in the Child, Youth and School Installation Man-agement Command-Eu-rope Western Region Basketball Championship (ages 13-15 years old)held March 7-8 at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center — two of them defending their home court.

The Wiesbaden Bull-dogs and the Wiesbaden Celtics both came away without a title, but it was not for lack of trying.

The Bulldogs beat the eventual tournament champions, Supreme Headquarters Allied Pow-ers Europe, Belgium, in triple overtime their first game.

“[They] won’t forget winning, but we won’t forget beating the cham-pions,” said Coach Peter Witmer. “Our kids worked really hard to beat them in triple overtime, and it took a lot out of them.”

They lost by only three points to the Celtics in the game that started 20 min-utes later and were elimi-nated from the champions’ bracket in a tiebreaker.

Kaiserslautern cap-tured third place by de-feating Baumholder, and the Celtics won second place in the tournament in a thrilling 33-30 back-

and-forth finish against the Shape Warriors. The Celtics were paced by 11

points from Jake Butcher and seven points from Temi Alumanah.

James Ward charges down the court in the Bulldogs’ game against SHAPE. Photo right: Antoine LaF-rance goes for the layup in the Celtics’ championship game against Shape.

Photo by Silke Harris

Wiesbaden team finishes second in region

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Soak up sun, splendors of PortugalStory and photos by

Michelle StosichSpecial to the Herald Union

Portugal reveals fascinating facts, many-splendored sights, and plenty of sunshine to its visi-tors. Standing at the picturesque Cabo da Roca, one experiences the significance of being at con-tinental Europe’s westernmost point. Six hundred years of maritime dominance began when Vasco da Gama became the first European to sail directly from Europe to India. The armillary sphere, an ancient seafarer’s instrument, even appears on the flag. To this day, Portuguese is the sixth most spoken primary language in the world.

Lisbon, a popular tourist destination, has an easy familiar-ity and welcoming comfort. We stayed in a palace that has been converted into a hotel and the splendor of our surroundings and superb service were something one could get used to. The dining room was elegantly frescoed. The novelty of being served soup

that was delivered to the table with the meat and vegetables neatly arranged in a bowl, the broth then poured over the top while you waited in anticipation, made it all the more memorable.

Lisbon experienced a severe earthquake in 1755 that resulted in its almost utter destruction. Two lucky exceptions were

Jeronimos Monastery and the Tower of Belem, both of which are impressive examples of Manueline architecture. The style is an early 16th century concept unique to Portugal, mixing maritime elements and lifelike representations of dis-coveries from around the world. In the grandeur of Jeronimos it was fun identifying different animals in the ornate decor, particularly in the incredible central cloister which was built by 140 sculptors.

After absorbing the treasures of Jeronimos and the views of the Belem tower, it was essential to stop at Fabrica dos Pasteis de Belem for rejuvenating suste-nance. With nearly a 200-year history, their custard tarts are delectable enough to deserve seconds, or even thirds.

Next, immerse yourself in the Lisbon National Coach Museum. Established in 1905 by Queen Amelia, it is a unique as-semblage of incredible carriages and accessories accumulated by the royal family. Notable is a carriage used by Great Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II during a state visit and a child’s cabriolet equipped with a safety belt.

The palaces were not inhos-pitable-looking fortresses, but rather vibrantly painted, warmly welcoming and reflected the great wealth enjoyed by the Por-tuguese nobility. At the Palace of Queluz it was surreal to see a small but opulent manmade canal that crossed the grounds, reminiscent of Venice.

Overlooking the must-see

town of Sintra is the Palace of Pena. The views are spectacular from the balconies. The sundial is fitted with an automatic can-non set to sound at midday. Board games from over 100 years ago are casually displayed in one of the sitting rooms, creating the impression that the families who used to play them might walk in at any moment and resume their entertainment.

The 13th-century Palace of Sintra was particularly impres-sive. Inside the palace, rooms display elaborately painted ceilings, each with a specific theme, such as swans, mermaids and one with the fabulous sight of 136 painted magpies looking down on visitors.

Moorish influence led to Portugal’s extensive production and widespread use of ceramic tiles. Many are hundreds of years old, but the exquisite workmanship gives a newly made impression. The downside

of easy accessibility to these works of art is that people co-vertly pry irreplaceable tiles off of buildings and sell them for lucrative prices. Evidence of that unfortunate practice can be seen in the older areas of Lisbon.

Toe-testing the waters at Estoril and Cascais beaches made clear that winter beaches in Portugal are for admiration, not use. A drive by the Estoril Casino revealed Ian Fleming’s inspiration for the first James bond novel “Casino Royale.”

Every store we passed had ceramic roosters of every con-ceivable design among their wares. We puzzled over this until we learned the legend of the Barcelos Cock and how it is a symbol of faith, justice and good luck. The story stays secret with me, though, as perhaps it will entice you to discover the legend for yourself, along with all of the splendors Portugal has to offer.

Visitors wonder at magnificent tiled walls and ceiling in Blazons Hall in the Palace of Sintra.

The Palace of Pena looms against a blue sky. Photo right: Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, offers a look at Portugal’s historical empire and sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.

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For your health

By Lt. Col. Xiomara Fray Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic

The Wiesbaden Health Clinic has seen a sharp increase in the number of patients treated for flu and influenza-like ill-nesses over the past weeks, and increased flu activity was noted across military treatment facilities in Germany. Despite flu virus mutation, seasonal influenza vaccination provides protection against at least three strains of influenza.

Flu viruses mutate frequent-ly and every year a new vaccine is developed from three or four different strains that medical researchers believe are most likely to cause illness during the flu season. So it is possible that the flu strains selected for the vaccine may not match all the strains of influenza viruses cir-culating during the flu season.

This season, officials at the Center for Disease Control have said that the predominant influ-enza A strain (H3N2) circulating is different from the H3N2 strain in the 2014 to 2015 influenza vaccine. Past flu seasons in which H3 viruses were the main flu have lasted longer and caused more severe illnesses than A(H1N1) and type B viruses.

Yet even with this year’s vac-cine showing to be less effective against the drifted strain, CDC experts said the vaccine can still reduce severe disease and offer protection against some of the other influenza viruses that may circulate later in the season. Flu vaccination remains the most effective measure to prevent illness and possibly fatal out-comes, particularly in children younger than five years, adults 65 years and older and those vulnerable due to pre-existing illnesses or health risk factors. Protecting those who are at risk remains the priority and vaccinations programs should continue to be offered through-out the flu season as long as flu viruses are circulating.

The flu season can begin as early as October and last as late as May. An increase in influenza B viruses has been detected in parts of the U.S. but H3N2 vi-ruses is still the most common

strain circulating. Increasing influenza activity was reported in western and central Europe with Influenza A(H3N2) as the dominant strain detected across Europe. The reduced effective-ness of the vaccine might have contributed to significantly higher rates of hospitalizations among adults 65 years and older in the U.S. and in Europe.

One of the most common complaints the clinic hears about the seasonal flu vaccine is the risk of getting sick.The flu vaccine won’t cause you to get the flu and won’t protect you from other flu-like illnesses. Keep in mind that there are several other respiratory viruses that circulate during the flu sea-son that can cause influenza-like illnesses.

For example, seasonal flu and the common cold are spread in similar ways and often share the same symptoms: runny nose, cough, fever, fatigue, headache and muscle aches, but they are caused by different viruses. It can be difficult to tell the dif-ference, but it is important to understand that the flu usually appears suddenly, generally tends to be more severe than the cold, more likely to lead to secondary infections like pneumonia, and can be life-threatening for people with health problems.

Medical science tells us that a killed virus (in the flu shot) or a weakened live virus (in the nasal flu vaccine) does not make you sick with the flu. There are a number of other reasons

why you may have gotten sick with the flu after you got a flu shot. For one, protection by the vaccine can vary depending on your age and health condition. You may be among the few that don’t respond well to the vac-cine and end up getting the flu

anyway, you may not have been fully protected when you got exposed to the flu virus or the flu strain that made you sick was not included in the vac-cine.

Here are some easy steps to pro-tect you and your family from the flu:

1. Get vacci-nated. Although it is typically recom-mended that people get flu shots in the

fall, they can still be effective if you get them in the spring. If the flu is arriving in your area, you may benefit from a flu shot. It takes about two weeks to get protection from a flu shot.

2. Use common sense and everyday protection. Habits like

washing your hands frequently and covering your mouth when you cough will protect you and others. Reinforcing appropriate hand hygiene and cough eti-quette, particularly in the younger populations, is also an important way to reduce the spread of influ-enza in our community.

3. Stay home if you’re sick, and wash your hands often to avoid catching the flu or another virus.

4. Use antiviral medica-tions. If your doctor believes that antiviral medications will benefit you, using them may help protect you against the flu, reduce the severity of your symptoms or the duration of your illness.

For more information on preventing the flu and getting the flu vaccine, contact Lt. Col. Xiomara Fray at mil 590-1374 or civ (06371) 9464-1374 or [email protected].

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Towering above the cobblestone square in the city’s center, Wies-

baden’s orange-hued Marktkirche, or Market Church, is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Bearing witness to the revelry of Fasching, the seasonal festivals and the com-ings and goings of city dwellers and visitors alike, a peek inside — and up — is a real treat for anyone.

After all, the Lutheran church is “God’s house, open to all people,” according to the church’s English-speaking pastor Rev. Jeffrey Myers, who is available to give group tours. The sanctuary and concert invite you to “pause and let your heart beat a little slower,” he said, like the Lord Mayor, Sven Gerich, who opens his office window across the way to better hear the 49 bronze carillon bells ring out a melody.

Every Saturday an organ concert is free and open to the public, and pairs well with a morning spent perusing the fruits of the farmer’s market. The church offers flyers in English, and groups may contact Myers to set up a tour.

“We want everyone to feel wel-come here. Even if you want to just come in and thaw yourself from the cold, we invite you to ‘put your feet up before the Lord,’ as we say.”

The gallery offers the best view of Wiesbaden, as the church’s steeple remains the highest point in Wies-baden at 300 feet tall. The people of Wiesbaden wanted it that way,

Myers explained, to show that God is the most im-portant point in the city.

The church was built in the neo-Gothic style between 1853 and 1862 with bricks and terra-cotta arches that are unique in this part of the world. It was dedicated in 1862 as the Cathedral of Nas-sau, and the em-peror was known to attend with his family.

The sanctuary was modeled after the Church of Our Lady in Copenha-gen, Denmark, with soaring arches and statues of Jesus and the four disciples — Mark, John, Matthew and Luke — each one expressing his unique understanding of who Jesus is. They were sculpted by a local artist 150 years ago.

Before them is a bell sitting upright on the floor. It once rang out carillons itself over Wiesbaden, but during World War II churches were required

to turn in their bells to make weapons for the German army. The Marktkirche got back two of their bells after the war, but one — aptly named the “Bell of Hope” in 1861 — was damaged. They made it into a baptismal font, and still today it is used to baptize children and adults seeking God’s kingdom.

“God had his hand in it from the beginning,” said Myers.

To set up a tour, contact Rev. Myers at [email protected] or call (0157) 8339-9223. Visit www.marktkirche-wiesbaden.de to see service times and more information.

Rev. Jeffrey Myers reveals the story of the “Bell of Hope” to a rapt audience.

Story and photos by Chrystal SmithU.S. Army Garrison


The ability to read is empowering, and the act of doing so is often

loads of fun.So Hainerberg and Au-

kamm Elementary Schools got in on the fun of Read Across America Week March 2-6.

The local schools joined the millions of American students around the globe to celebrate reading and Dr. Seuss’s birthday.

Students were treated to special readings of many Dr. Seuss favorites such as “The Cat in the Hat,” “The Lorax,” “Green Eggs and Ham” and “Oh, the Places You’ll Go.”

Teachers opened their classrooms to parent and community volunteers, which included Soldiers, and members of the Wies-baden High School JROTC and National Honor Society and Coach Rick Jewel, who read, helped with crafts and sang songs to highlight the importance of reading.

Hainerberg Elementary School Principal Debbie Parks, disguised as the Cat in the Hat, strolled the school’s halls and poked her head into different classes as students took part in the event on March 2.

“I love seeing the students’ joy of hearing those Dr. Seuss books being read,” she said. “I like how they get into the rhymes and how they love the song of words.”

Parker added that Hainer-berg’s Sure Start, kindergarten and first grade classes did special things all week, while the third through fifth grades only partici-pated just Monday as they were prepping for Terra Nova testing.

Aukamm was in on the fun also as the school participated in Monday’s celebration, and again on March 5 with the “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” Family Reading Night. The special evening featured Maj. Gen. Walter Piatt, U.S. Army Europe deputy commander, and numerous community guest readers. Children donned their

favorite sleep attire and were treated to hot cocoa and muffins as they listened in cozy corners throughout the school.

“We wanted to create memories for our children and their time at Aukamm,” said Principal Barbara Mueller, Aukamm Elementary, add-ing that the event was the school’s spin on the Read Across Amer-

ica celebrations and was “a fun night of reading for children and their families.

“I love seeing the kids come in their pajamas, and seeing them enjoy stories together with their parents.”

Students and parents were equally excited about the evening of reading.

Connie Colliton, who brought her granddaughter to participate said, “they are very inventive,” add-ing that the “unique way of presenting reading gets the kids excited about reading.”

Kaylin Frasier said that the book of the evening

(authored by Laura Numeroff) was also her favorite read, “because the moose always wants stuff with his muffin,” and the event was a hit because she simply enjoyed all of the reading.

Both principals were grate-ful for the community participa-tion, as volunteers also provided the muffins, cocoa and much of the reading.

According to the National Education Association website, more than 45 million people participate in the “reading movement” every year.

The NEA, in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, started Read Across America

D a y i n 1997 to p romote the joy and impor-tance of reading and to celebrate the birthday of the much-adored au-thor and cartoon-ist Theodor Seuss Geisel. NEA’s Read Across America has grown into a year-round literacy program engaging more than 50 na-tional partners and millions of chil-dren, teens and adults.

“Skippyjon” Kuntz reads “Skippyjon Jones in the Dog House” to children in the Aukamm Elementary School Library during the “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” Family Reading Night March 5.

Wiesbaden stop invites one to ‘put up your feet before the Lord’

Marktkirche

The 300-foot-tall steeple of the Marktkirche soars above the city. Photo left: Visitors rest and await the weekly organ concert in the sanctuary.

Hainerberg Elementary School’s Mary Barlow, dressed as “Thing 1,” plays shenanigans with the re-mote control and the mysterious student in the hat.

Angelina cuts crafts in Ms. Monica Smith’s second grade classroom March 2 during Read Across America celebration.

Karisa Steagall, parent volunteer, helps students with the Dr. Seuss word find sheet during Read Across America celebration in Ms. Rollins’ second grade classroom.

Frau B. Williams, host nation teacher, claps out the rhythm to “SEUSS” to lead students in song during Read Across America celebration activities in Ms. Rollins’ second grade classroom at Hainerberg Elementary March 2.

Katie Quaites and Aaron Cheney listen intently in the Aukamm El-ementary School hallway during “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” Fam-ily Reading Night March 5.

Story and photos by Chrystal Smith

Wiesbaden celebrates fun of reading

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Story and photos by Shayna Brouker


Towering above the cobblestone square in the city’s center, Wies-

baden’s orange-hued Marktkirche, or Market Church, is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Bearing witness to the revelry of Fasching, the seasonal festivals and the com-ings and goings of city dwellers and visitors alike, a peek inside — and up — is a real treat for anyone.

After all, the Lutheran church is “God’s house, open to all people,” according to the church’s English-speaking pastor Rev. Jeffrey Myers, who is available to give group tours. The sanctuary and concert invite you to “pause and let your heart beat a little slower,” he said, like the Lord Mayor, Sven Gerich, who opens his office window across the way to better hear the 49 bronze carillon bells ring out a melody.

Every Saturday an organ concert is free and open to the public, and pairs well with a morning spent perusing the fruits of the farmer’s market. The church offers flyers in English, and groups may contact Myers to set up a tour.

“We want everyone to feel wel-come here. Even if you want to just come in and thaw yourself from the cold, we invite you to ‘put your feet up before the Lord,’ as we say.”

The gallery offers the best view of Wiesbaden, as the church’s steeple remains the highest point in Wies-baden at 300 feet tall. The people of Wiesbaden wanted it that way,

Myers explained, to show that God is the most im-portant point in the city.

The church was built in the neo-Gothic style between 1853 and 1862 with bricks and terra-cotta arches that are unique in this part of the world. It was dedicated in 1862 as the Cathedral of Nas-sau, and the em-peror was known to attend with his family.

The sanctuary was modeled after the Church of Our Lady in Copenha-gen, Denmark, with soaring arches and statues of Jesus and the four disciples — Mark, John, Matthew and Luke — each one expressing his unique understanding of who Jesus is. They were sculpted by a local artist 150 years ago.

Before them is a bell sitting upright on the floor. It once rang out carillons itself over Wiesbaden, but during World War II churches were required

to turn in their bells to make weapons for the German army. The Marktkirche got back two of their bells after the war, but one — aptly named the “Bell of Hope” in 1861 — was damaged. They made it into a baptismal font, and still today it is used to baptize children and adults seeking God’s kingdom.

“God had his hand in it from the beginning,” said Myers.

To set up a tour, contact Rev. Myers at [email protected] or call (0157) 8339-9223. Visit www.marktkirche-wiesbaden.de to see service times and more information.

Rev. Jeffrey Myers reveals the story of the “Bell of Hope” to a rapt audience.

Story and photos by Chrystal SmithU.S. Army Garrison


The ability to read is empowering, and the act of doing so is often

loads of fun.So Hainerberg and Au-

kamm Elementary Schools got in on the fun of Read Across America Week March 2-6.

The local schools joined the millions of American students around the globe to celebrate reading and Dr. Seuss’s birthday.

Students were treated to special readings of many Dr. Seuss favorites such as “The Cat in the Hat,” “The Lorax,” “Green Eggs and Ham” and “Oh, the Places You’ll Go.”

Teachers opened their classrooms to parent and community volunteers, which included Soldiers, and members of the Wies-baden High School JROTC and National Honor Society and Coach Rick Jewel, who read, helped with crafts and sang songs to highlight the importance of reading.

Hainerberg Elementary School Principal Debbie Parks, disguised as the Cat in the Hat, strolled the school’s halls and poked her head into different classes as students took part in the event on March 2.

“I love seeing the students’ joy of hearing those Dr. Seuss books being read,” she said. “I like how they get into the rhymes and how they love the song of words.”

Parker added that Hainer-berg’s Sure Start, kindergarten and first grade classes did special things all week, while the third through fifth grades only partici-pated just Monday as they were prepping for Terra Nova testing.

Aukamm was in on the fun also as the school participated in Monday’s celebration, and again on March 5 with the “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” Family Reading Night. The special evening featured Maj. Gen. Walter Piatt, U.S. Army Europe deputy commander, and numerous community guest readers. Children donned their

favorite sleep attire and were treated to hot cocoa and muffins as they listened in cozy corners throughout the school.

“We wanted to create memories for our children and their time at Aukamm,” said Principal Barbara Mueller, Aukamm Elementary, add-ing that the event was the school’s spin on the Read Across Amer-

ica celebrations and was “a fun night of reading for children and their families.

“I love seeing the kids come in their pajamas, and seeing them enjoy stories together with their parents.”

Students and parents were equally excited about the evening of reading.

Connie Colliton, who brought her granddaughter to participate said, “they are very inventive,” add-ing that the “unique way of presenting reading gets the kids excited about reading.”

Kaylin Frasier said that the book of the evening

(authored by Laura Numeroff) was also her favorite read, “because the moose always wants stuff with his muffin,” and the event was a hit because she simply enjoyed all of the reading.

Both principals were grate-ful for the community participa-tion, as volunteers also provided the muffins, cocoa and much of the reading.

According to the National Education Association website, more than 45 million people participate in the “reading movement” every year.

The NEA, in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, started Read Across America

D a y i n 1997 to p romote the joy and impor-tance of reading and to celebrate the birthday of the much-adored au-thor and cartoon-ist Theodor Seuss Geisel. NEA’s Read Across America has grown into a year-round literacy program engaging more than 50 na-tional partners and millions of chil-dren, teens and adults.

“Skippyjon” Kuntz reads “Skippyjon Jones in the Dog House” to children in the Aukamm Elementary School Library during the “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” Family Reading Night March 5.

Wiesbaden stop invites one to ‘put up your feet before the Lord’

Marktkirche

The 300-foot-tall steeple of the Marktkirche soars above the city. Photo left: Visitors rest and await the weekly organ concert in the sanctuary.

Hainerberg Elementary School’s Mary Barlow, dressed as “Thing 1,” plays shenanigans with the re-mote control and the mysterious student in the hat.

Angelina cuts crafts in Ms. Monica Smith’s second grade classroom March 2 during Read Across America celebration.

Karisa Steagall, parent volunteer, helps students with the Dr. Seuss word find sheet during Read Across America celebration in Ms. Rollins’ second grade classroom.

Frau B. Williams, host nation teacher, claps out the rhythm to “SEUSS” to lead students in song during Read Across America celebration activities in Ms. Rollins’ second grade classroom at Hainerberg Elementary March 2.

Katie Quaites and Aaron Cheney listen intently in the Aukamm El-ementary School hallway during “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” Fam-ily Reading Night March 5.

Story and photos by Chrystal Smith

Wiesbaden celebrates fun of reading

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At the movies March 12-25

Cinderella (PG) — The story of “Cinderella” follows the fortunes of young Ella (Lily James) whose merchant father remar-ries following the death of her mother. Eager to support her loving father, Ella welcomes her new stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) into the family home. But when Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away, she finds herself at the mercy of a jealous and cruel new family. Finally relegated to nothing more than a servant girl covered in ashes, and spitefully renamed Cinderella, Ella could easily begin to lose hope. Yet despite the cruelty inflicted upon her, Ella is determined to honor her mother’s dying words and to “have courage and be kind.” She will not give in to despair nor despise those who mistreat her. And then there is the dashing stranger she meets in the woods. Unaware that he is really a prince, not merely an apprentice at the palace, Ella finally feels she has met a kindred soul. It appears her fortunes may be about to change when the palace sends out an open invitation for all maidens to attend a ball, raising Ella’s hopes of once again encountering the charming Kit (Richard Madden). Alas, her stepmother forbids her to attend and callously rips apart her dress. But, as in all good fairy tales, help is at hand, and a kindly beggar woman (Helena Bonham Carter) steps forward and, armed with a pumpkin and a few mice, changes Cinderella’s life forever.

Run All Night (R) — Brooklyn mobster and prolific hit man Jimmy Conlon (Liam Nee-son), once known as the Gravedigger, has seen better days. Longtime best friend of mob boss Shawn Maguire (Ed Harris), Jimmy, now 55, is haunted by the sins of his past — as well as a dogged police detective who’s been one step behind Jimmy for 30 years. Lately, it seems Jimmy’s only solace can be found at the bottom of a whiskey glass. But when Jimmy’s estranged son, Mike (Joel Kinnaman) becomes a target, Jimmy must make a choice between the crime family he chose and the real family he abandoned long ago. With Mike on the run, Jimmy’s only penance for his past mistakes may be to keep his son from the same fate Jimmy is certain he’ll face himself...at the wrong end of a gun. Now, with nowhere safe to turn, Jimmy just has one night to figure out exactly where his loyalties lie and to see if he can finally make things right.

Tony Bass AuditoriumMarch 12 — Black or White (PG-13) 7 p.m.March 13 — Cinderella (PG) 7 p.m.March 14 — Cinderella (PG) 4 p.m. Run all

Night (R) 7 p.m.March 15 — Cinderella (PG) 4 p.m. Run all

Night (R) 7 p.m.March 16 — ClosedMarch 17 — Closed

March 18 — ClosedMarch 19 — Run all Night (R) 7 p.m.March 20 —The Divergent Series: Insurgent

(PG-13) 7 p.m.March 21 — Cinderella (PG) 4 p.m. The Diver-

gent Series: Insurgent (PG-13) 7 p.m.March 22 — Cinderella (PG) 4 p.m. The Diver-

gent Series: Insurgent (PG-13) 7 p.m.March 23 — ClosedMarch 24 — ClosedMarch 25 — Closed

(Editor’s note: Renovations of the Taunus Movie Theater began Jan. 12, and until mid-July mov-ies will be shown at Tony Bass Auditorium (Clay Kaserne Building 1043). The movies listing was the most current at the time of publication. Visit http://www.herald-union.com/movie-schedulewiesbaden/wiesbaden-taunus-theater/ for the most up-to-date showings.)

The new stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) take over control in the family home in “Cinderella.”

Liam Neeson and Joel Kinnaman star in the ac-tion-loaded movie “Run all night.”

In the “Divergent Series: Insurgent” the stakes are raised for Tris, played by Shailene Woodley, as she searches for allies and answers in the ruins of a futuristic Chicago. Tris and Theo James as Four are now fugitives on the run, hunted by Jeanine, played by Kate Winslet, the leader of the power-hungry Erudite elite. Racing against time they must find out what Tris’s family sacrificed their lives to protect, and why the Erudite leaders will do anything to stop them. Haunted by her past choices but desperate to protect the ones she loves, Tris, with Four at her side, faces one impossible chal-lenge after another as they unlock the truth about the past and ultimately the future of their world.


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Berlin has always been an important city in history and a highly sought-after destina-tion for avid travelers. Visi-tors in the area you may want to consider exploring some-where a little less known: the Beelitz-Heilstätten Military Hospital.

Upon pulling off the high-way one will be immediately greeted by a narrow fork in the road surrounded by a lush forest. One way leads to the small, quaint town of Beelitz while the other one begins an adventure full of suspense and mysterious beauty.

Travelers may consider stopping at Landhotel Gustav Restaurant to enjoy a deli-cious German-style meal and hear the history of Beelitz straight from the owner. The restaurant was fully restored from a building originally scheduled to be demolished. The owner is very knowl-edgeable and will show visi-tors maps and a book about Beelitz-Heilstätten. After eat-ing and learning the history, it’s time for some exploration.

Beelitz-Heilstätten has 15 buildings spread out over dif-ferent parts of a large forested area. Before entering one may notice beautiful 1800s-style architecture and want to snap

a picture. Even though aban-doned, and partially boarded-up, these structures have not lost their charm.

Take the first step inside and instantly notice a certain shock-and-awe factor along with an ominous, eerie feel-ing. Some might say these buildings are even haunted. Shake off any goose bumps, and start up the stairs until hitting the attic. Be sure to explore each floor from top to bottom, and don’t miss any rooms. Those brave enough will even descend into the dark basements, so make sure to bring a flashlight.

After spending the day exploring each building and patient cell, some may then want to take a nice stroll around the beautiful grounds, which offer a nice hike

through a vast forest. Each building coexists with nature in a beautiful, magnificent fashion and is deserving of special attention.

After walking around and exploring every bit of Beelitz-Heilstätten Hospital, consider stopping back at Gustav’s for dinner or even to stay the night. When you do leave, make sure that your camera is full of both beautiful and eerie pictures. Beelitz-Heilstätten will be a trip to remember and tell friends about for years to come.

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Easter marketSat, Mar 14 – Sun, Mar 15Michelstadt, WiesenwegMichelstadt is a lovely 12th century town in the Odenwald, located just one hour from the Frankfurt area. The Easter market on March 14 and 15 has a showcase of beautifully decorated eggs. Here you can fi nd different traditional styles and techniques alongside original modern creations. In addition to deco-rated eggs, you can also fi nd original Easter decorations, children’s books and special attractions for the whole family. Opening hours are Saturday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free entrance for children under 14 years. Admission for adults is €3. Free parking. For more information visitwww.ostereiermaerkte.de

ProWeinSun, Mar 15 – Tue, Mar 17Düsseldorf, MesseThe international wine trade fair March 15 to17 provides an insight into wines by over 4.800 producers from 50 dif-ferent nations. Also, you can purchase all kinds of products around wine, such as literature or equipment for wine production. Lectures and seminars will be given covering different aspects of wine. A delicious as well as informa-tive event for wine experts and laymen. Opening hours are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For tickets from €30 seewww.prowein.de

CebitMon, Mar 16 – Fri, Mar 20Hannover, MessegeländeVisit the world’s biggest fair for infor-mation technology from March 16 to 20 at the Messegelände Hannover. Since 1986, exhibitors from all over the world have been presenting the latest trends from the IT industry on an annual basis. This year, about 3,400 exhibitors are expected. Opening hours are every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets in advance are €55, at the box offi ce €60. For more information visit www.cebit.de

Veterama automobile fairFri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 22Mannheim, MaimarktgeländeBe part of the great vintage car fair and see around 4000 exhibitors at Veterama on March 20 - 22. Over 20.000 visitors come to experience the great atmos-phere and meet likeminded fans every year. More than 300 cars will be for sale at the bourse. The fair will also provide a supporting program which visitors can look forward to. Tickets are between €10 and €25. Opening hours are Friday 12 p.m. to 8 p. m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For further information seewww.veterama.de

Gartenfreuden (Garden delights)Fri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 22Ludwigshafen, Friedrich-Ebert-HalleA perfect start to the season, Garten-freuden will be hosting an information and leisure fair in the Friedrich-Ebert-

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Easter marketFri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 22Wiesbaden, city centerEaster is around corner! The crisp spring air, bright colors, and loads of Easter bunny decoration will put a spring in your step at the Easter Market in Wiesbaden from March 20 to 22. Children will receive a little surprise. Various artisans offer their goods such as silver, shells or pearls, pottery and so much more. Food and wine stands will provide sustenance. Here, you will find delicacies including honey and almond pastries, as well as cheese and cold meat specialties. Not to forget the culinary treats at the Dern’sches Gelände on Sunday. Wiesbaden Easter market will be open on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The businesses and shops in the city centre will be open on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information go to www.wiesbaden.de

International music festivalSat, Mar 21 – Sat, Apr 25Heidelberg, Friedrich-Ebert-AnlageHeidelberger spring (Heidelberger Frühling) will be opened by Christian Tetzlaff & Deutsches Symphonie-Or-chester Berlin at the Kongresshaus in the Stadthalle Heidelberg at 7:30 p.m. During this event you can experience different types of music from classi-cal piano music to Nordic folklore and electronic beats. A special program for kids will also be provided. For more information and tickets see www.heidelberger-fruehling.de

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BasketballTue, Mar 24Frankfurt, Fraport ArenaSee a game of basketball on March 24 in Frankfurt. The Fraport Skyliners will face the Artland Dragons. The game starts at 7.30 p.m. Ticket prices start at €10. For more information go to www.ffh.de

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2006 BMW 325i Sport Sedan,$16,795-, US Spec, Automatic,Leather, Sunroof, Navigation, Crui-se Control, Power Seats, AlloyWheels, Excellent Condition, Call:0176 2273 0967, Email: [email protected], Web: www.europeanmotors.org

2006 Opel Corsa Twinport 1.2L,Blue with Grey Interior, 5 SpeedManual, 3 Door, Passed Inspecti-on, $3200, A/C, Elect Windows,CD30 Radio, With Summer andWinter Tires. Original Owner. Pro-perly Maintained Service Re-cords. 0176-32765060.

2006 Volvo XC90 V8 AWD SUV(7 Seats) $16,395-, US Spec, Au-tomatic, Leather, Sunroof, CruiseControl, Heated Seats, Alloy, Navi-gation, Roof Rails, Call: 01762273 0967, Email: [email protected], Web: www.europeanmotors.org

2008 Honda Fit in excellent con-dition, $6,500, US Specs, automa-tic, serviced regularly, original ow-ner, new brake pads, completeset of winter tires with rims, greatcar- must see, 87,000 miles,01622974917, [email protected],

2009 Ford Escape Ltd Hybrid au-tomatic w/ 52k mi in great cond.A/C, leather, moon roof, navigati-on w/ single CD, BT SYNC, roofrack, parking sensor system, crui-se control, heated front seats, mo-re. Contact Jared: [email protected]

2009 Ford F150 Super Crew cabXLT 4×4 (S823, $24299, if you aa-re looking for power, then this isthe vehicle for you ! [email protected],

2009 Honda Fit Sport, $11250,01711807270/[email protected], 1 owner, Non-smoker,no accidents, White ext, Black int,Auto w/paddles, 30MPG, CD,MP3, AUX, USB, A/C, PW, PDL,Keyless entry, CC, Fog lights,M+S, All-season floor mats, Titlein hand, 72,087

2011 Audi Q7 TDi Prestige Quat-tro with Navi and 3rd row (S817),$39999, Super clean and loadedvehicle a must see!! [email protected],

2010 Audi A4 Avant S-Line Wa-gon 2.0 TDI (diesel), $19,000, whi-te, Ger-spec, 6 speed man, 149kKM-92k mi leather, Alu-rims,moonroof, climate cntrl, stopstart, rack, cargo box, bike rack,extra rims, [email protected]

2011 BMW 135i Coupe, $28,995-, US Spec, Double Clutch, Lea-ther, Sunroof, Power Seats, Alloy,Sport Package, Excellent Conditi-on! Free Home Shipping! Call:0176 2273 0967, Email: [email protected], Web: www.europeanmotors.org

2011 BMW 328i Sport Sedan,$24,495-, US Spec, Automatic,Leather, Cruise Control, HeatedSeats, Alloy, Park, Excellent Con-dition, Free Home Shipping, Call:0176 22730967, Email: [email protected], Web: www.europeanmotors.org

2013 Mercedes C-300, $28700,Factory Warranty to Nov 16, Dea-ler Maintained, 26K Miles, Con-tact [email protected],



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2011 Nissan Altima "S" SportCoupe, $14,995, US Spec, Auto-matic Transmission, AlcantaraSport Bucket Seats, Cruise Con-trol, Alloy Wheels, Perfect Conditi-on, Call:0176 2273 0967, Email: [email protected], Web:www.europeanmotors.org

2012 BMW 525D Xdrive Wagon,Fully Loaded, Navigation, Panora-mic sunroof, Heads Up Display(HUD), Xenon Headlights, WellMaintained, Garage Kept, EuroSpecs, 69,600 Kilometers,€32900. Please contact 0172 4824051 for more info.

2013 Ford Fiesta S Sedan(S802), $12,499, beautiful, smallsedan with loads of options.Per-fect if you want power, luxury andgreat gas mileage. [email protected],

2013 Mini Countryman S all4,$26,495-, US Spec, Automatic,Leather, Cruise Control, AlloyWheels, All Wheel Drive, HeatedSeats, Excellent Condition, Call:0176 2273 0967, Email: [email protected], Web: www.europeanmotors.org

A-Class Merc, 4 Door, 5 Speed ,ABS , Elec Windows, Elec Locks,Remote Controll, Year 1998, 1 Ye-ar German TUV , 2nd Motor MyPh Is 0175-3213199, $2500,[email protected],

Best Way to See Europe,$34,990, [email protected],

BMW 318 I , 4 Door , 5 Speed ,Burgery Power Stering , Air Bags,Sunroof, $1750, And we DeliverAny Where With cash In Hand,and We Garantee All Our CarsOver Us Inspection My Ph 0175-3213199 [email protected],

Daihatsu Silver Met, 4 Door, 5Speed , 1.0 LTR , Year 2002 , AirCond, Summer Tire And Winter Ti-res , CD Player ABS, Air Bags,$2500, And We Deliver Any Whe-re With Cash In Hand, [email protected]

For Sale Nissan 350Z, $9,800,2005 base model, 3.5L, V6,287HP/274TQ, black & gray interi-or, 6 speed, manual, 77,000 mi(very low mileage), garage kept,no dings & dents. Used as a sum-mer car only. PCSing, c:01751011315, [email protected]

Ford - Ka, €1500, 015206786080- [email protected],2004, 41.000 miles5 speed, veryclean, nosmoke, no pet, 60 hp, 2.owners, no rost, new parts frontand backmuffler, new clutch, newwinter tyres, also 4 summer tyreson alurims,

Hamp Synergy, $18, oil filters.H1540-PFB-004, [email protected] / 017622987498

Ford Scorpio, 1998 , 4 Door Auto-matic, $ 1800, [email protected], Elec Locks, Windows,Kms 130,000, Power Stering,ABS , Air Bags, Air Cond

Hyundai Santor, 1997, 4 Door,Automatic, $ 1650, [email protected], 3.0 V-6 , Clean, Leather,Elec Windows, And Windows, Alirims, Kms 107,000 And we deliveranywhere, My Ph Is 0175-3213199

Jeep Grand Cherokee in excel-lent, well-kept condition, 1994,Aircon, ABS, Automatic, PowerSteering, Airbag, 150.000km,Rootwood Interior, CD-Player, norust, good condition, mob: 01728391637, email: [email protected], home: 0631 84234116

Mazda 626 , 4 Door, Green Met,1998, Sunroof, Air Cond, ABS ,Elec Windows, Power Stering, MyPh Is 0175-3213199, $2350,[email protected],

Merc Benz, C-180, White , Auto-matic, €2500, Car Has GermanNew TUV , No rust, in mint cond,my ph is 0175-3213199 CALL OREmail [email protected],

Mercedes Automatic 230 CLKKompressor Model black, PowerSeats, Power Windows, AlloyWheels (winter & summer), Auto-matic Climate Control, LeatherSeats, Excellent Condition.€2900.-Please call 0157-56328611

New Set of 4 Tires, $800,[email protected], MichelinLTX M/S P255/65R17 108T,Purchased/Shipped the Wrong Si-ze Tires so looking to sell locallyvice ship back to the dealer. Va-lued over $900 for the set, notcounting shipping costs.

Nissan-Almera-Tino-Diesel,€2800 015206786080 [email protected],2002 Miles: 100.000dark green, 5speed, very clean has 5 seat onecan be a table, only 2 owner, AC,new winter tyres, a full tank goes920 km.

Opel Astra 1.6 LTR Wagan ,Green Met , 5 Speed , 4 Door,$1699, and We Deliver Any WhereWith Cash In Hand, And We Gua-rantee It Over US Inspection, MyPh Is 0175-3213199 [email protected],

Opel Astra, White, 4 Door, 5Speed, $ 1450, [email protected], German TUV Till Aug2015, And We Deliver Anywhere,My Ph Is 0175-3213199

Opel Meriva year 2005 , 5 Speed1.7 LTR TDI, €3100, With GermanTUV , 2 Set of tires, New brakesFT and rear, New Disk, ABS , AirCond , Kms 198,000 My Phone #0175 - 3213199 [email protected],

Are you an experienced Sales Professional searching for a new and rewarding challenge in Europe?We are looking for experienced Sales Consultants to represent the new Lexus US Military Sales Program in both established and soon-to-be launched new sales facilities in Germany.

Although experience representing a premium automobile brand would be advantageous, if you have previous sales experience and can provide a verifi able track-record of sales success, we’d like to meet you. Fluency in English, both verbal and written is a must!

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Boelckestr. 6255252 [email protected]

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Saab 900 Coupe , 2.0 LTR 1996,5 Speed, Kms 169,000, Black, AliRims Elec Windows Air Cond,ABS, Air Bags, $1700, And My PhIs 0175-3213199 [email protected],

See Europe in Style, $34,990,Mercedes-Benz, Marco Polo Pop-Top camper, w/Activity Package,auto, air, diesel, stereo, garagekept, dealer maintained, underwarranty, 10 year rust warranty,60,000 miles: [email protected],


Lookin for Sportster parts or a bi-ke which needs some work, bas-ket case or sittin longer time too.BT Ultra Classic perhaps too. Justmake me your offer what you ha-ve and we will [email protected]

Vespa vnb5t - year 1963, 125 cc,4 speed, full restored, €3000,[email protected]

The 2015 Combined FederalCampaign-Overseas (CFC-O) An-nual Coin Design Contest is un-derway. The contest is open to allDepartment of Defense (DoD) em-ployees and their family membersto create a 2015 CFC-O coin de-sign that embodies the spirit ofthe campaign: "Give because youcare." The chosen design will befeatured on a commemorativecoin distributed to select contribu-tors during the 2015 CFC-O thisfall. Contest entries will be accep-ted through 15 March 2015. Formore information visit www.cfcoverseas.org.

Adopt while stationed overseas!www.adopt-abroad.com Adopti-on Intl & foster care, home stu-dies. Hague accredited. Casewor-kers in Germany. US 001-888-526-4442

2 each 120V Cisco Wireless-G In-ternet Home Monitoring CamerasModel WV54GCA, with manualand CD. $40.00, [email protected]

Hitachi Model 42PD9500TA 42"Plasma TV for Sale. $150 or bestoffer. Multi-system, dual voltagewith wall mount included. Pede-stal and user manual not inclu-ded. Stolen from basement. Wies-baden area & cash only! [email protected]

Metal Slug Anthology, Wii game,played once, perfect condition - li-ke new!, €15, [email protected] **See pics on class-world.com

Rayman Raving Rabbits, Wii ga-me, perfect condition, like new!€10, [email protected],**See pics on class-world.com

SmackDown vs. Raw 2010, Wiigame, like new!, €12, [email protected] **See pics onclass-world.com

Stearing wheel "Microsoft Side-winder Force Feedback" for yourPC! Love to play auto games?Wanna feel like yr r driving for re-al? Then dont miss this!, pics onclass-world.com, €20, [email protected] **See pics onclass-world.com

Super Mario Galaxy, Wii game,perfect condition, like new! €15,[email protected] **Seepics on class-world.com

T-Eumex 220PC, for fast andcomfortable internet communicati-on. Isdn $15, [email protected],

The Bigs Baseball, Wii Game,perfect condition, like new! €8,[email protected] **See picson class-world.com


37 Movies for Sale (35 DVD, 2Blu-Ray) No rental discs. All invery good condition. However, nojewel cases or literature. $75.00Work in Mainz-Kastel, but canmeet on Clay or Hainerberg. [email protected],

Baby Buggy, Baby Buggy ingood condition, with additionalbaby carrier, $50.00, [email protected]

Aeropostale long sleeve. Pink.On the front are pictures of pea-ces signs and the label name isshown. Size M. Barley worn.Good condition. For pics seewww.class-world.com. €9. [email protected]

Bar w/2 cushion Stools, $200.Black, mirror back, glass doorsboth sides, lights built in, standbehind bar, glass and wood shel-ves 2m wide Bar slides into backto make one unit picture in Classi-fied World.de Ph 015789279346,

Bible study books etc, $20,[email protected]

Black knitted pullover. Size XSbut fits also for size M. €5. Seewww.class-world.com for pictu-res. [email protected]

Bracelet - Brown, handmade! Be-autiful accessory for any ocation,any outfit. Treat yourself to some-thing nice or bring a smile to yourbest girl friends. €10, [email protected], pics on class-world.com

Bracelet - Gray/Black, handma-de. Beautiful accessory for any oc-cation, any outfit. Treat yourself tosomething nice or bring a smile toyour best girl friends. €10, [email protected], pics on class-world.com

Dark green Roxy Jeans. Size 30.Find pictures at www.class-world.com. €10. [email protected]

Engleby from Sebastian Faulks!Great book., €2, pic on class-world.com, [email protected]

For That Special Collector a Be-autiful The United States Comme-morative Presidential Collection,$90.00, [email protected],

GAP Sweatshirt: Perfect conditi-on, like new. Size small., €5, [email protected]

Handbag "Alexander": Brown,leather bag, hardly used, perfectcondition! €8, pics on class-world.com, [email protected]

Handbag "Esprit brand": Smallbad, black leather, ideal if you on-ly need to carry few things aroundwith you like purse, cell phoneetc., €5, pics on class-world.com,[email protected]

Handbag: Classy black leatherbag. Hardly used, perfect conditi-on!, pics on class-world.com,€15, [email protected]


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Ramstein Dental Care 06371-40 62 30 Poststrasse 166877 Ramstein-Miesenbachwww.ramsteindental.com

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Are you a military dependent who likes to explore Germanyand share your experiences?

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the military dependent community in the Wiesbaden area.

Teeth cleaning, crowns & bridges,pediatric dentistry & much more… Emergency care available 24/7 Tri Care approvedVat forms acceptedEnglish spoken

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Hollister strapless top. White co-lor, size M. With ribbons to tie abow on the back. €15. For picssee www.class-world.com. Con-tact [email protected]

Oversized Cardigan from Re-view. Black and white stripes. Forpictures visit www.class-world.com. €10. [email protected]

Party tent 10x6 meter, price new€960 €650, Perfect for birth-daypartys, weddings, rock amring or like us 24h races. Onlyused ones tent is like new.contact-number: [email protected],

Portable A/C Unit- Asking $150,220 Portable A/C Unit. Bought- atOBI 2 summers ago. Works great!Energy efficient, makes rooms ni-ce and cold! Pick up in Holzgerlin-gen or meet on Panzer. ContactKris at: [email protected]

Pumps, black, hardly worn, greatcondition, size 9M!, €5, pics onclass-world.com, [email protected], pics on class-world.com

Sandals "Anne Klein": Classys..., Sandals "Anne Klein": Classyshoes, brown leather, great to we-ar at work or for going out atnight. Only slight signs of usage.Size 9M, €5, pics on class-world.com, [email protected]

Shamballa Bracelet - Black/Gray,handmade, adjustable in size, fitsalmost every wrist. Beautiful ac-cessory for any ocation, any out-fit. Treat yourself to something ni-ce or bring a smile to your bestgirl friends. €12, [email protected]

Shamballa Bracelet - Brown/Cre-me, handmade, adjustable in size,fits almost every wrist. Beautifulaccessory for any ocation, anyoutfit. Treat yourself to somethingnice or bring a smile to your bestgirl friends. €15, [email protected]

Shamballa Bracelet - Lilac/white,handmade, adjustable in size, fitsalmost every wrist. Beautiful ac-cessory for any ocation, any out-fit. Treat yourself to something ni-ce or bring a smile to your bestgirl friends. €10, [email protected]

Shamballa Bracelet - Purple/whi-te, handmade, adjustable in size,fits almost every wrist. Beautifulaccessory for any ocation, anyoutfit. Treat yourself to somethingnice or bring a smile to your bestgirl friends. €10, [email protected]

Sports officials are needed forBasketball, Volleyball, Baseball,Softball and Soccer. Income vari-es per sport. For more informationcontact Doswell Makle at [email protected] or 015152587457

The Notebook from NicholasSparks - wonderful book!, €2, picon class-world.com, [email protected]


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1APYs (Annual Percentage Yield) are accurate as of 3/1/2015. Available certificate specials are 3.00% APY for a 6 month share certificate, and 3.25% APY for a 6 month military special rate share certificate. Both offers are for new money deposits only; funds currently on deposit at Andrews Federal cannot be used to obtain these certificate specials. Military special rate is available to active and retired military personnel; verification of military ID is required in order to obtain special military rate. Minimum to open certificate and obtain advertised APY is $1000; certificate balance cannot exceed $5000. Only one certificate special per member. Dividends are compounded and credited quarterly. Penalties apply for early withdrawal; fees may reduce earnings. Andrews Federal reserves the right to end or modify these offers at any time. New members must qualify for credit union membership before opening any share product.2Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 3/1/2015 and is subject to change without notice. APY on balances $.01 – 999.99 = 0.25%; $1000 – 9999.99 = 0.35%; $10,000 – 49,999.99 = 0.40%; $50,000 – 99,999.99 = 0.50%; $100,000 and above = 0.60%. $1000 minimum balance to open and maintain account; low balance fees apply if account falls below $1000, refer to our Schedule of Fees for full details. Dividends are compounded and credited monthly. Fees may reduce earnings.

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T-Shirt "America", perfect condi-tion, like new, size small! €5, [email protected] ***pics onclass-world.com

Various music CDs for sale, allfrom the 2000er years. SingleCDs from Nelly Furtado, ChristinaAguilera etc. for €3, music samp-lers like Bravo Hits and The Dome€4. For a picture of the selectionsee www.class-world.com. Con-tact [email protected]

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Clock, $150.00, [email protected],

Couch - Black Real Leather -,$499, 015206786080 [email protected],

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