www.bamberg.army.mil/mwrFamily and MWR programs provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with special needs. For assistance contact the facility manager prior to your visit

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May is Volunteer Appreciation Month

& Fitness Month

“No Laugh Track Required IV”

Adult Comedian Show, May 18, 8 p.m.

Stable Theater

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Freedom Fitness Facility

Krav Maga Self Defense ClassTue 7-8 pm. $10 per class.Circuit PTTue and Thu,12 -1 p.m. Free.Express Cycle (Spinning)Mon and Wed 5-6 p.m. Free.Tae Kwon Do Mon and Wed, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $5 per class. Unit reservations available upon request. Yoga Tue and Thu, 5:30-6:30 p.m., $4.Sign up begins April 5. Zumba! Mon and Wed, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Tue 10-11 a.m. and 6:45-7:45 p.m., Thu, 10-11 a.m. FFF Aerobics Room, $5 per class.

Fifty-nine garrisons worldwide will par-ticipate in the “Strong B.A.N.D.S.” pro-motion in support of National Sports and Fitness Month in May. B.A.N.D.S. stands for Balanced lifestyle, Actively motivat-ed, Nutritional health, Determined to excel, Strength and conditioning. The MWR promotion is designed to energize and inspire community members to live a healthy lifestyle.

“Resiliency is about more than just emo-tional, Family, or social fitness,” said Dar-rell Manuel, Army Sports Director at the Family and MWR Command. “It all starts with a healthy body. We want to inspire our Soldiers and Families to make nutri-tion and physical fitness a priority.”

Each participating garrison will host a minimum of three fitness- or health- re-lated events throughout the month. Par-ticipants will be given Strong B.A.N.D.S. wristbands that symbolize the communi-ty’s commitment to a healthier lifestyle.

Soldiers involved in the Army’s World Class Athlete Program and All-Army Ath-letes Program serve as ambassadors of the promotion and will be featured wear-ing the Strong B.A.N.D.S during NationalSports and Fitness Month. The bands were made possible in part through a sponsorship agreement with Kellogg’s.

Family and MWR customers - regardless of whether or not their garrison is partici-pating - have a chance to win fitness- and health-related prizes through the online “Strong B.A.N.D.S. Every Day in May Prize Giveaway.”

A fitness or health question will be post-ed on the All Army Sports Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TheAllAr-mySports) each day in May. Those who answer the question correctly will be en-tered into a random drawing for prizes ranging in value from $15 to $300.

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Golf ClinicStarts Mon, May 9-30, 6 p.m. at Whisper-ing Pines Golf Course.$80 for ten lessons. Call DSN 469-8953.

Thursday Night Scramble Every Thursday, starting May 5, 6 p.m.at Whispering Pines Golf Course. Nine-hole scramble tournament. Prizes at the end of event. $15 per person. Call DSN 469-8953.

The 2011 Golf Season is sponsored by Exchange New Car Sales.

(No Federal Endorsement Implied)

Golf Course, (0951) 8993

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No Laugh Track Required is back for a fourth time with a lineup that includes the always hilarious Heather Marie Zagone, Rosie Tran, Justin Wade, Todd Rexx and Johnny Cardinale.

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May 18, 8 p.m.Free Admission

Adult Show!

See Crimes Of The HeartMay 19-22 & 25at Stable Theater

See Beth Henley’s “Crimes Of The Heart” at Bamberg’s Stable The-ater, May 19-22 and 25. The Pulitzer Prize-winning heart-warming tragi-com-edy is the story of the Mc-Grath sisters, Lenny, Meg and Babe who gather at Old Grandaddy’s house in Hazelhurst, Missis-sippi as Babe is paroled after shooting her hus-band. Their reunion is full of reminiscences as they face their past demons - in love, family and crime - and rediscover home.

Tickets can be reserved after May 1 by calling the Stable Theater, or visit-ing during normal office hours, or on Facebook or through MWR Online Ser-vices. The show includes some mature themes. Non-ID cardholders can reserve by sending full names, birthdates,

Ausweis-Nr. and li-cense plate at least

48 hours prior to show date. Family, group and deploy-ment discounts ap-

ply. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for

students and ranks E4 and below. Call the Sta-ble Theater at (0951) 300 8647 or e-mail jack.aus-tin@eur.army.mil.

May 19, 20, 21, 7:30 p.m.May 22, 5:30 p.m. May 25, 7:30 p.m.

$9 (Adults), $7 (Students and E4 and below)

Crimes Of The Heart

5SKIES Unlimited (0951) 300 7452

Skies Unlimited offers instructional pro-grams which allow children to explore and develop talents and interests for lifelong hobbies and to learn life skills. Bamberg’s SKIES Unlimited coordinator Mr. Archie Johnson can be reached at Tel. (0951) 300 7452 or via e-mail to ar-chie.johnson1@eur.army.mil.

Current SKIES unlimited classes include ballet, piano lessons, gymnastics, kick-boxing, tae kwon do, yoga bodyworks, fine-arts classes and math and science tutoring. For available slots contact CYS Services Parent Central Services from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday or call (0951) 300 7716 or 8660. Parent Cen-tral Services is closed on Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Parents can also find out about and book SKIES Unlimted programs via MWR On-line Services. Go to www.bamberg.army.mil/mwr and click the MWR Online tag. You may have to register for MWR On-line Services or sign in as a guest to re-seach which programs are available.

CYS Services (0951) 300 8660

HIRED! Applications Due Fri May 20, 3:30 p.m. at JFK Youth Center

Applications for the summer term are due! Earn up to $1000. Summer term runs from June 5 through August 26. 15-hour and 30-hour-week options are available. Going on vacation? No prob-lem! Work schedules throughout the term are flexible. Contact Shay McNeil for more information. Contact: DSN 469-8036 or (0951) 300 8036 or e-mail shay.mcneil@eur.army.mil

Geo Caching to the EDGE! Tue, May 24, 4 p.m. through Outdoor Recreation. Program is for youth grades 6-12. Pro-gram dates are May 24, 31 and June 2, 7, from 4-6 p.m. Geocaching is a high- tech outdoor quest for pre-placed targets.Now young outdoor-adventure seekers can discover treasures called geocach-es, while learning navigation skills. This great outdoor adventure is brought to youth from Bamberg CYSS the Edge! and Outdoor Recreation.Youth must register with Parent Central Services or on Web Trac. Program is free. Call DSN 469-7405 or e-mail tony.puskorius@eur.army.mil

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Contact for all BOSS activities: Ernest.Johnson@eur.army.mil, Freedom Fitness Facility, (0951) 300 9086

BOSS Program (0951) 300 9086

Spain Trip on Memorial Weekend with BOSSMay 26-30, $219

Spend the memorial weekend in Spain and hop on the bus to Lloret De Mar. En-joy two overnights in a three-star hotel, breakfast and dinner, a guided tour to Barcelona on a German motor coach.

The trip is offered through the Better Opportunities For Single Soldiers (BOSS) program and is $219 per person. Sign up by May 18 at Freedom Fitness Facility, DSN 469-8890, (0951) 300 8890. E-mail to mail.bam.dfmwr.boss@eur.army.mil

7www.bamberg.army.mil/mwrFFF, (0951) 300 7596

Come out and see what your local German sports, fitness and recreation clubs have to offer you!

Vendors from local clubs as well as MWR recreational programs will be present to show what they can offer our community members. Also, your community sports, fitness, and recre-ation activities/events will be show-cased during this event.

Sports, Fitness and Recreation Expo

May 14, 10 a.m

Contact FFF at (0951) 300 8890

or visit www.bam-berg.army.mil/mwr (Sports and Fitness)

for latest details and a schedule of

featured programs!

Auto Debit Program will be fully implemented in May at all CYS Services facili-ties. Test it already at and sign up www.bamberg.army.mil/mwr.

Attention CYS Services Customers:Are you looking for a hassle-free way of paying your CYS Services fees?

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Military/Family LifeConsultants

Confidential assistance for short-time problem resolution: Marriage/relationship stress, de-

pression, grief, and other daily life issues.

Call (0175) 253 30 20 or (0175) 600 83 73

Army Community Service (ACS)

Wed May 11 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Relocation Readi-nessSponsorship Classes: A successful transition is no accident; training is the key to an effective sponsor-ship program! We can also arrange a class schedule to suit your unit’s needs. For registration informa-tion call DSN 469-7777.

German as a Second Lan-guage :Beginner: Tue, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and Wed, 6-8 p.m. Intermediate: Tue, 12-2 p.m., and Wed, 2-4 p.m. Advanced: Tue, 2-4 p.m., and Wed. 4-6 p.m. GSL classes held in ACS, Bldg. 7029, Room 118. No reservations required. Just show up! (No classes on American Holidays.)

English as a Second Lan-guage:Beginner (Level 1): Tue, 8-10 a.m., and Thu, 8-10 a.m. Intermediate (Level 2): Tue, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and Thu, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Advanced (Level 3): Tue. 12:30- 2:30 p.m., and Thu, 12:30- 2:30 p.m. (No class-es on American Holidays.)

ESL classes held in FAP, Bldg. 7487 on Armor Drive behind the flower shop. No reservations required. Just show up!

People Encouraging Peo-ple Class (PEP): For all spouses new to Bamberg.Call for details of next class!

Mobilization/Deployment Pro-gram: All Classes located at the Yellow Ribbon Room, Bldg. 7354.

Attend Financial Readiness Program

Classes atACS Bldg. 7029,

Room 202

Paying Yourself First - The Key to Building Wealth

starts TODAY!

Investment

Opportunities:Thrift Savings Plan

TSP-Uniform (401K)/

ROTH IRA -Indivdual Retirement

or Both

Financial Readiness:Investing &

Thrift Savings Plan

Eugene Woods,Financial Readiness Program ManagerDSN 469-7777 or 8487

Make the most of your money!

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Sign up for ACS classes at http://www.emailmeform.com/fid.php?formid=639574

Bldg. 7029, DSN 469-7777, (0951) 300 7777

May 3 - FRG communicat-ing with Families, 1-2 p.m.May 10 - Expectations and role of FRG volunteers, 1-2 p.m.May 17- FRG’s and OPSEC, 1- 2 p.m.May 24 - Community Re-source Forum, Warner Conference Center, 9-11 a.m.

Employment Readiness:

Résumé 101 Classes: Upon request.Learn proven techniques to create a killer résumé!

Resumix Class: Upon re-quest.Army civilian jobs are a click away! Learn how to search and apply for jobs using Resumix.

Exceptional Family Member Program:EFMP screening informa-tion is available: Please see your EFMP man-ager at ACS, room 102, for more information.

Respite Care: Available for EFMP Families, some restrictions apply, please see EFMP manager for more details

Become a Respite Care Provider: Call for details

Soldier Family Assis-tance Center: w w w.twit ter.com/bam-bergsfac Liaison for WTU Soldiers/Families Come use massage chair. FREE wireless internet ser-vice, children room, TV, and much more!For WTU Soldiers and

FamiliesArmy Family Action Plan: Submit now on ICE any-time! Tell us which Department of Army policy or regula-tion should change. AFAP is listening!

Family Advocacy: Building 7487, DSN 469-8397Anger/stress management class: Every Thursday 1:30-3 p.m.A 90-minute class that helps guide ways to a healthy handling of both anger and stress

Emergency Placement providers: Support chil-dren in need of short term emergency care

Never Leave Your Children

Unattended In A Car!

Sexual Assault Reporting Options: On-going 24/7 Call for details 469-8397

Child Supervision Policy: On-going 24/7Know your local Supervi-sion Policy, call for details

Parenting Classes: Per RequestAn open-ended, on-going class that teaches effec-tive parenting techniques and reviews resources available to parents

Single Parenting Classes: Per RequestFocus on techniques, strategies and resources available

Couples communica-tion: Per Request. Focus

on Communication tech-niques that can enhance a couple’s relationship.

Newborn network: Tuesdays 10-11:30 a.m.,

Toddler Play Mornings: Mondays 3:30-5:30 p.m., Fridays 10-11:30 a.m., 1-3 years old.

Domestic Violence Emergency Hotline:

0162-5102917“Imagine an Army free of Domestic

Abuse”

Financial Readiness:

Investing & Thrift Savings Plan: May 11, 9:30 -11:30 a.m.

Home Loans Class: May 11, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Debt & Credit Manage-ment Class: May 18, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Check Book Maintenance & Bank Class: May 18, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

First Termer Briefing: May 19, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Unit Financial Readiness Training: Upon RequestFinancial Readiness en-hances Soldier & Family Readiness. Schedule a financial management briefing today

Army Emergency ReliefFinancial Emergency As-sistance available Annual AER Campaign March 1- May 15Soldiers Helping Soldiers!

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2011 Summer Activity GuideEdelweiss Lodge and Resort has published its 2011 Summer Activity Guide. The brochure is available at most MWR facilities in Bamberg or online at www.edelweisslodgean-dresort.com

The Edelweiss Lodge and Resort is committed to the readiness and strenght of Soldiers and those who support them. That’s why Soldiers and their Families can take com-fort in knowing that even while they are on vacation they are still Army Strong for themself, their Family and their country.

Edelweiss Lodge and Resort is part of the Family and MWR Command. Offers are brought to Soldiers and Families by the Army Family Cov-enant.

THANK YOUBAMBERG

VOLUNTEERS!

May is Volunteer Recognition Month.

Time to say “thanks” to all vol-unteers who provide countless hours of free service to various Bamberg community services. You can become a registred vol-unteer by contacting the Army Community Services Volunteer Corps, DSN 469-7777.

MWR would like to thank all our great volunteers who make so many things possible.

11Bowling Center (0951) 300 7722

There’s always a

good reason...

...to celebrate your kid’s birthday at the Birchview Lanes

Bowling Center ...

Tel. (0951) 300 7722

12 Auto Skills Center (0951) 300 7546

MWR Auto Skills Center Bldg. 7038

2011Tire Special

at the Strip Yard

13”, 14”, 15” tires are only $10 in May

50% off on Bay Fees

(Wed-Fri in May)

We are openMon. & Tue. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Wed. & Thu. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Lift Bay: $4.00Flat Bay: $2.00

Safety Briefings are held Thursdays 6 p.m. and

Saturdays, 11 a.m.

Contact: Phone (0951) 300 7546

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13Community Activity Center & Arts and Crafts, (0951) 300 8659

Exclusively for Soldiers

at Community Activity Center, Bldg. 7047

Arts and Crafts located in Bldg. 7047, CAC

Woodshop Safety Classes are held ev-ery first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. and the following Thursday, 6 p.m. Safe-ty class is a pre-requisite in order to use wood shop equipment. Basic Matting and Framing Classes are held on regu-lar basis. Learn how to use the C&H Mat Cutter, Guillotine Frame Cutter and the Underpinner. Cost is $15.00 per class. Please ask for group discounts! Arts and Crafts is located in building 7047, second floor, Warner BarracksContact: Telephone: DSN 469-8659, (0951) 300 8659Hours of Operation:Tue-Thu 12-8 p.m., Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

May FlowersFri May 27, 2 p.m. at CACBring in the warm weather with our May flower children’s craft. Make flower pens/pencils and decorate a jar holder. Program is free. DSN 469-8659, e-mail liz.gonzalez@eur.army.mil

Free Popcorn FridayFri June 3 at the CACEvery paying customer will re-ceive a free bag of popcorn on June 3.

Spouse Appreciation Night Fri May 6, 7 p.m. Free!

Celebrate Military Spouse Ap-preciation Night at the Com-

munity Ac-tivity Center. H o r s -d ’oeu v re s , d r i n k s , g a m e s , movies and prizes will be available for this relaxing night.

Join the CAC on facebook:

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How to Sign up for ODR Trips:

Please sign up for trips by the Monday before, or they may be cancelled. Cancellation must be made at least 72 hours prior to trip departure. No refunds will be given for no-shows. Military duty/illness will be refunded with documenta-tion.Sign up for trips online via MWR Online Servic-es at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webt-rac/bambergrectrac.html. For questions, visit us at ODR, Bldg. 7116, Tel. (0951) 300 9376. ODR is open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Book Onlinethrough MWR

OnlineServices

Snowboard and Ski EquipmentRentals and Repairs

Ask the ODR staff for details

ODR Upcoming Trips Sched-ule:

June 4 Strasbourg, France June 10 Night at the Lake

June 15 Outdoor ClimbJune 23 Mountain Bike Ride

June 25 Frankenjura HikeJuly 9 Tegernsee HikeJuly 23 Wakeboarding

July 30 Dresden City Tour

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Wednesday Evening Mountain Bike Ride $15Enjoy the longer days with a mountain bike ride on some of the coolest single-track in the local area! Occurring May 4 and 11, de-stress while breathing in the fresh air and learning new trails. Use your own bike or rent one from ODR for only $10. Must sign-up in advance! Departs ODR at 5 p.m., & returns approx. 8 p.m.

May 5, Tour Under Bamberg $ 25This unique trip through the tunnels un-der Bamberg gives you a view of the city that shouldn’t be missed. The tunnels are generally cool and damp, so please wear appropriate clothing and bring a flashlight. Trip departs from ODR at 5 p.m., returns approx. 7:30 p.m.

May 7, & 21 White Water Kay-ak, $35No matter your skill level, our white wa-ter kayaking trip will have you feeling like a professional by the end of the day! Please wear a swim suit and pack a towel, lunch and hydrating liquids. Trip includes transportation and equipment.Departs ODR at 8 a.m., returns approx. 6 p.m.

May 7, Prague, Czech Republic, $65Containing one of the world’s most pristine & varied collections of architec-ture, Prague is a vibrant city! Indulge in a Czech beer, while exploring Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Wenceslas, Less-er Quarter & the Old Town Squares (just to name a few). Trip includes transporta-tion & a city tour. Children ages 4-12 are $55, and children ages 3 and younger are $45.Departs chapel parking lot at 5 a.m., re-turns approx. 11 p.m.

May 18, Outdoor Climb, $25Experience climbing in a world famous sport climbing area known as Franken-jura, while you observe the world from an angle rarely seen! Beginners are welcome! Trip includes transportation, equipment and instruction.Departs ODR at 5 p.m., returns approx. 8:30 p.m.

May 27-30, Austrian Adventure Weekend, $375Get your adrenaline pumping with some of the coolest spring-time activities in the Austrian Alps! We will kick off our weekend with WW rafting the first day, canyoning (descending mountain gorg-es by jumping & rapelling) on day two, and peak bagging by means of kletter-steig (ascending mountains using fit-ted cables for protection) on day three. There will be plenty of time for self-guided hikes, swimming/sauna, and re-laxation! Departs 27 May from ODR at 6 a.m., & returns 31 May at approx. 10 p.m.

15Library, (0951) 300 1740

Community Library, Bldg. 7047May 2011 Programs

Gaming ClubTue, May 3, 3:30 p.m. Test your Xbox 360, Wii, and PS3 skills. Play various board games and meet new friends!

Introduction to eBook Training for Seniors and RetireesMon, May 23, 3 p.m.

Bike Safety Awareness MonthDuring Bike-Safety Awareness Month, ride your bike and pick up a good book!

Mother’s Day CardsFri, May 6, 5 p.m.Create your own Mother’s Day cards at the library.

Children’s Book WeekMay 2- May 8Come by the library and make your fa-vorite book cover on Wed. May 4, 4 p.m.

Clean Up Your Room Day is on Tue May 10. Come by the library and check out a book for you “interior decorations”.

Gamers’ ChallengeEvery Satur-day, 5 p.m.

May 7HEAVENLY SWORD (Xbox 360)May 14HEAD COACH (PS3)May 21BLACKSITE AREA 51 (Xbox 360)May 28TIGER WOODS PGA TOUR (Xbox 360)

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Bamberg’s award-winning Library in figures:

24 x free internet access

600 DVDs25,000 Books

5 Employees &Countless Great Service

Experiences!

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