Community Events – December 8, 2023

Jennywings — Stockings for Soldiers

HELP IS NEEDED, we need to get the stockings filled with love from you and your family! Volunteers are welcome and needed. Please come to the food court in the KMCC Mall between 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on the following dates: Today, tomorrow, and Dec. 21-23. Stockings will be delivered to service members downrange and local hospitals.

Jobs for Soldiers and their Families

Family and MWR has open continuous announcements for a specific shift (weekends/ evenings) for Soldiers and their Family members who are interested in supplementing their income to enhance their financial resiliency. Soldiers interested in these opportunities will need to seek approval from their chain of command as per requirements. These job listings are available on USAjobs, kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and baumholder.armymwr.com.

24/7 Fitness Access Now Available

Want to work out on your time? 24/7 Service is now available at the following USAG Rheinland-Pfalz facilities: Kleber Physical Fitness Center, Landstuhl Physical Fitness Center; Mountaineer Physical Fitness Center; Rhine Ordnance Barracks Physical Fitness Center; and Sembach Physical Fitness Center. To access these facilities after-hours, 24/7 service registration is required. Registration is free! For more information, visit baumholder.amymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Monthly Sensory Storytimes

Please join ACS Exceptional Family Member Program and community libraries for Sensory Storytime that includes patrons with special needs and includes a variety of activities, like stories, crafts, sensory experiences, songs, games, and socialization. Open to all ages! To find dates and locations, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Deckin’ the Halls with Boss

The Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers are hosting a free “Deckin’ the Halls with BOSS” Soldier barracks room door decorating contest from Dec. 1 to 12. Registration is not required. Transform your space into a holiday wonderland, snap a pic, and submit it to your area’s BOSS program via a QR code placed on posters throughout the communities by Dec. 12. For more information, visit Baumholder.armymwr.com or Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

She Kills Monsters Auditions

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage is hosting auditions for “She Kills Monsters” Jan. 2 & 3 at 7 p.m. at the KMC Onstage Mainstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. This audition is casting multiple roles for ages 16 and older, and acting experience is not necessary. Cold read auditions from the script. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

The Adventures of Mr. Toad auditions

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage is hosting auditions for the Spring Youth Performance Class, “The Adventures of Mr. Toad,” by Matt Conner and Stephen Gregory Smith, Jan. 3 and 4 at 4:30 p.m. at the KMC Onstage Studio, Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center, Bldg. 3109 on Daenner Kaserne. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Armstrong’s New Year’s Eve Black & Gold Celebration

The Armstrong’s Community Club is throwing a free New Year’s Eve Black and Gold Celebration Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Reservations are not required. A DJ will spin the hottest tunes to ring in “2024.” For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Baumholder Fitness Center Zumba Class

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Team announces 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

Starting Jan. 12, 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.

Boys and Girls Clubs of America Fine Arts Gala

The Child and Youth Services are hosting the free Annual Boys and Girls Clubs of America Fine Arts Gala Jan. 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. This event is for all ages and is open to all community members. Registration is not required. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Baumholder January to March Trip Schedule Available

The Baumholder Outdoor Recreation travel schedule for January to March 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.

Christmas Markets-Army Outdoor Recreation

Travel to some of Europe’s finest Christmas markets November through December with Baumholder Outdoor Recreation. Call 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com

Baumholder 2023 Start Smart Winter Sports Registration

Start Smart Winter Sports registration for Baumholder is from now to Dec. 10 for ages three and four. Start Smart is a Child/ Parent interactive program led by a CYS Sports & Fitness Specialist. Cost is $25. Sports offered are basketball and yoga. Register in person by appointment only, by phone, or Webtrac.mwr.army.mil. Contact Parent Central Services, Wetzel Kaserne, Bldg. 8876, 531-3440, 0611-143-531-3440.

Baumholder 2023 Winter Youth Sports Season Registration

Registration for winter youth sports for the Baumholder community is now to Dec. 10. Health Assessment/Sports Physical must be on file and good through the season. 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.

50 percent Off Tire Rotation

Pulaski Automotive Skills Center is running a 50% off tire rotation while customer gets an oil change at the Speedy Lube on Tuesday and Thursday during Dec. 5 to 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a second speedy lube line specifically for this special. For more information, call the Automotive Skills Center, Bldg. 2859 on Pulaski Barracks, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

The Sound of Music Performance

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage presents The Sound of Music by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II Dec. 8 to 10 at the mainstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Shows are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and Sunday at 2 p.m. Advance purchase: $18/$16 ages 2-18, 65+, students; At the door: $20/$18. For more information, call 541-9129 or 0611-143-541-9129 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Fireside Storytimes

Join the Landstuhl Library for a unique and cozy fireside storytime Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. at the library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. These storytimes will be followed by hot cocoa, cookies, and a winter themed craft. The program is free and open to all ages with post access. Call the library at 486-7322 or 06371-867322 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Donuts with Santa

Bring the whole family to the Baumholder “Iron Works” Library Dec. 8 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. as old St. Nick makes his appearance for the holiday season! Enjoy storytelling by Santa. Commemorate the occasion by taking your own photos of you and your kids with Santa Claus while indulging in donuts and other holiday treats, music, seasonal crafts, and some hot chocolate while you’re at it! For more information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841, or visit Baumholder.armymwr.com.

Hagrid’s Birthday Celebration

The Baumholder Warrior Zone is celebrating Hagrid’s birthday with Harry Potter trivia and costume contest Dec. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the warrior zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. Prizes awarded for best costume and overall trivia winner. Event is open to DOD ID card holder and their guests, 18 and older. For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 531-2912 or 0611 143 531 2912, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club Extended

By popular demand, the Armstrong’s Club has now extended the free dance lessons to Wednesday, Dec. 20. The classes are on Wednesday at 7 to 8 p.m. Focus is on Swing and Line Dancing. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

2023/2024 Baumholder Late Night Basketball

The 2023/2024 Late Night Basketball season is from December to March at the Halll of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Dates are Dec. 28, Jan. 26, Feb. 23 and March 29. This is a free event for ID card holders, ages 18 and older. Registration is required, and players must signup individually at the Hall of Champions on game dates. For more information, contact Steven Sanders at 531-2924 or 0611-143-531-2924 or email steven.d.sanders4.naf@army.mil, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

KMC Onstage Theatre Season

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage announces the 2023-2024 Theatre Mainstage and Studio Seasons. This season offers a variety of comedy, drama, and youth productions. Season ticket prices are $118, or $104 for child, student and senior. For more information or to purchase season tickets, call KMC Onstage at 541-9129 or 0611-143-541-9129, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

RECURRING EVENTS

New Dates for Big Stage Karaoke at Kazabra Club

Perform Karaoke on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Friday from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Please note that that if a Comedy Show (once a month) is taking place, Big Stage Karaoke will not take place. The next one is Dec. 8. Check Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com for comedy night show dates. Food is available from Shawingz, voted the best American Food in Kaiserslautern.

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.

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.

Friday Pool Tournament

The Landstuhl Community Club hosts a free pool tournament every Friday from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. Sign-up is at 6 p.m., with the tournament beginning at 6:30 p.m. Prizes are 1st place $50; 2nd place $25; and 3rd place $10. Contestants must be 18 years or older. For more information, call the Landstuhl Community Club at 06371- 86-7244 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.