Community Events – July 5, 2024

Independence Day Celebration on the Rock

Get ready to celebrate America’s birthday like never before at Minick Field on Smith Barracks in Baumholder July 5 from 4 to 11 p.m., for an epic extravaganza hosted by USAG Rheinland-Pfalz. From thrilling activities for all ages to mouthwatering delights from food trucks, and a captivating car show, there’s something for everyone. Brace yourself for mesmerizing laser shows and a jaw-dropping fireworks display that will illuminate the night sky! For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Family and MWR Community Expo

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Family and MWR are hosting a Community Expo Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Family and MWR Special Events Center, Bldg. 237 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. This event, open to the Kaiserslautern Military Community, will ensure that community members can engage with each agency and gain a comprehensive understanding of the resources available to them while becoming more acquainted with the local area and what it has to offer. Local businesses will offer information, prizes will be available to win, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Bring the entire family to this family-friendly event. For more information, visit our website, kaiserslautern.armymwr.com, or call 541-9131 or 0611-143-541-9131.

Loud & Proud Comedy Show (+Karaoke after)

Ben MacLean set to headline the Loud & Proud Comedy Show July 19 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. The show will also feature CeeKay Brown and Jamie MacDonald. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are $12 at the door. Stay for the fun as karaoke happens after the show until 1 a.m. For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 0631-536-7261. To find out more about the comedians, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Volunteer Youth Sports Coaches

Volunteer youth sports coaches are needed for the Baumholder Youth Sports fall season. Coaches are needed for soccer, ages 5-15, cheer, ages 5-15, and flag football, ages 7-11. Find out about the benefits by calling the youth sports and fitness office, located on Wetzel Kaserne bldg. 8876, at 0611-143-531-2937/38 or visiting Baumholder.armymer.com.

Summer Strikes: 9-pin No-Tap Tournament

The Strikers Bowling Center has a Summer Strikes: 9-Pin No-Tap Tournament Aug. 30 from noon to 3 p.m. at the bowling center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Cost is $50 per bowler, includes lineage and shoe rental. Reserve by Aug. 28 either by signing the log at the bowling center or calling 0611 143 531 2831 or 314 531 2831. Prize distribution will be based on participation. $20 from each bowler goes to prize fund. For tournament details, visit Baumholder.armymwr.com.

New Army Library System

Exciting News! All Army Family and MWR Libraries have transitioned to a new system! Until it’s fully operational, please limit your checkouts to five items per patron and hold onto checked-out items until after July 1 at the Baumholder, Kleber and Landstuhl Libraries. For more information, visit https://www.armymwr.com/programs-and-services/libraries/new-circulation-system.

Wetzel CDC Transited to Clinic CDC

The Wetzel Child Development Center has transited to the Clinic CDC, Bldg. 8748 on Clinic Kaserne. Hours are the same: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. For questions, call Parent Central Services at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440.

Baumholder July to September Trip Schedule Available

The Baumholder Outdoor Recreation travel schedule for July to September under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability of posting on website calendar. For questions, please call the Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401.

Two for Tuesday Bowling Special

The Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, will have “Two for Tuesday” Bowling Special starting July 2. The special will be $2 per game and $2 shoe rentals from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call the bowling center at 531-2831 or 0611-143-531-2831.

Strike for Freedom Bowling Celebration

The Striker’s Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, is offering a Strike for Freedom Celebration July 5 & 6 from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday and 2 to 10 p.m. on Saturday. This celebration is for all ages and showcases discounted bowling rates of $15 per hour, half-price shoe rentals, and “Red Pin” bowling all day. Just show up or call ahead for reservations at 531 2831 or 0611-143-531-2831.

4th of July Golf Scramble

Celebrate the 248th Independence Day of the USA with the 4th of July Golf Scramble Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Registration is now and up to the shotgun start at 9 a.m. For more information, call the Rolling Hills Golf Course at 531-3408/3409 or 0611-146-531-3408/3409.

Baumholder Fall Start Smart

Baumholder Fall Start Smart registration for ages 3 to 4, is July 8 to Aug. 18. Sports offered are soccer, T-ball, and flag football. Start Smart is a Child/Parent interactive program led by a CYS Sports & Fitness Specialist. Cost is $30. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Baumholder Fall Sports Season

Registration for fall youth sports for the Baumholder community is July 8 to Aug. 18. Sports offered are: soccer, ages 5-15, $65; Flag Football, Ages 7-11, $65; cheerleading, ages 5-15, $65; and, swimming clinic, ages 3-15, $55. Sports Physicals/ Health Assessments must be on file and valid to Nov. 9 to participate. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Henry IV: Shakespeare in the Park

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage is thrilled to present a special 90-minute live production of Henry IV, parts 1 & 2 outdoors July 12 to 14 at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks. Shows are: Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. This performance is suggested for ages 10 and older. For more information, call the box office at 541-9129 or 0611-143-541-9129 or email KMC-Onstage@army.mil.

Kaiserslautern Weekly Bike Rides

Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation is offering “Got a case of the Monday’s…Come ride it out with us!” weekly bike rides every Monday until Aug. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. throughout multiple trails, ranging from 10KM to 25KM. Trip departs and returns at Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 2905 on Pulaski Barracks. Cost is $5 to rent a standard bike or $10 for an E-Bike. If you are registered for the IMCOM Bike Challenge, this ride is a great opportunity to earn miles/kms towards your 1000KM! For more information, call 493-4117 or 0631-3406-4117 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

“Adventures Begin Here” at Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor Recreation is thrilled to invite you to an exhilarating event aimed at rebranding Outdoor Recreation Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks. This event serves as an opportunity to showcase the plethora of offerings and to foster a sense of unity among military families and community. For more information, call Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 493-4117 or 0631-3406-4117 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

18-Hole Golf Scramble July 20

Celebrate summer at the 18-Hole Golf Scramble July 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Registration is now and up to the shotgun start. Shotgun start is at 10 a.m. Cost: E1-E5=$25; E6 & ABOVE=$30. For more information, call the Rolling Hills Golf Course at 531-3408/3409 or 0611-146-531-3408/3409.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club

New open session of free dance lessons every Wednesday now to July 17. The dance class starts at 7 p.m. There will not be dance lessons from July 24 to Aug. 7, due to summer break. The classes will start up again Aug. 14. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115.

Baumholder Weekly Bike Rides

Baumholder Outdoor Recreation is offering “Come ride with us to witness the beauty of the area” weekly bike rides every Thursday until Aug. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. throughout multiple trails, ranging from 10KM to 25KM. Trip departs and returns at Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 8167 on Smith Barracks. Cost is $5 to rent a standard bike or $10 for an E-Bike. It is free if you bring your own bike. If you are registered for the IMCOM Bike Challenge, this ride is a great opportunity to earn miles/kms towards your 1000KM! For more information, call Baumholder ODR at 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

IMCOM-Europe Cycling Challenge

The 2023 IMCOM Europe Cycling Challenge is happening until Aug. 31.  Participants must sign up through Baumholder or Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation. Registration fee is $50. Children may participate, but only adult jersey sizes are available. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

RECURRING EVENTS

Baumholder Fitness Center Zumba Class

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Team announces free Zumba classes every Wednesday from 6 to 6:45 p.m. at the Mountaineer Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8220 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Find out more on baumholder.armymwr.com.

Red Pin Bowling

Red Pin Bowling happens every Friday from 4 to 10 p.m. at the Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Bowlers who make a strike while the head pin is red, will receive a free game coupon. The red pin will be randomly placed as the head pin. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Bring Your Own Board Game at Strikers Bowling Center

The Pinsetters’ Pub has Bring Your Own Board Game every Friday at 5 p.m. until closing. This is a free event and preregistration is not required. All gamers, 18 and older, are welcome. Food is available at Shawingz until 9 p.m. There are large and small tables provided for game play, and fabulous music to provide the right atmosphere for playing. For more information, call 531-2834 or 0611-143-531-2834, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Chuck’s Pub Trivia at Armstrong’s Club

Armstrong’s Club announces Chuck’s Pub Trivia every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m., Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This trivia is a professional, multi-media competition with different formats and puzzles for teams to solve. Bring a team or join one. Grand prize is $50. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Full Nerd Friday

The time has come for “Revenge of the Nerds” every Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Baumholder Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. This is a free event for 18 and older, and registration is not required. There will be a full assortment of table-top, role-playing games, board games, video games. Come one, come all in Cosplay! For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.