Community Events – May 13, 2022

Due to host nation regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some community events may be cancelled or postponed. Please verify the status before making plans to attend a community event.

Summer Bazaar

Join Family & MWR for the Summer Bazaar from Friday, June 3, to Sunday, June 5, at the Kleber Kaserne Fitness Center, Bldg. 3235. Hours of shopping are Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be a multitude of vendors offering everything from pottery, antiques, wine, cheese, jewelry, and so much more. All prices in U.S. dollars, with Euros, debit and credit cards accepted. Open to U.S. ID cardholders only. Strollers are welcome. For details, check out kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Shopping on Sunday in Kaiserslautern

Kaiserslautern as a city of short distances — paired with the individual flair and the charm of a manageable city — is the service and shopping metropolis of the Western Palatinate. The lively city center attracts shoppers with its attractive shopping landscape. Strolling, looking and shopping in peace and quiet at the next Lautrer Kerwe Sunday, May 22, is the order of the day. The stores in the city and in the commercial areas will open their doors for one Sunday afternoon, between 1 and 6 p.m. Shop stress-free and take advantage of the gastronomic diversity of K-town city. Many offers are waiting for you: Find the latest collections of the fashion world, current technical trends and much more. There is something for every taste. In addition to the excellent shopping offer, there is also the traditional “Lautrer Mai Kerwe” (May 20-30) — May Festival — which will take place on the fairground Messeplatz, Kaiserslautern with free entrance.

Experience everything your heart desires in one day. As every Sunday, the public parking spaces in the city are free of charge. To create additional parking capacity, the parking lots of the former Maxschule (opposite K-town Rathaus) and in Meuthstraße can also be used free of charge by visitors.

Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign

The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign will showcase events for the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Military Communities until June 4. STRONG B.A.N.D.S. — STRONG Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength — promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate Army Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians to get and stay fit. Stayed tuned to baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com to view and join garrison fitness and wellness opportunities.

Friday Night Karaoke at Armstrong’s Club

Sing your favorite songs during Friday Karaoke Night at 9 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Singers must be ages 18 and older. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com

Adult Swimming Classes

“Adult Learn to Swim” will be held every Saturday at 10 to 10:50 a.m. at the Aquatic Center, Bldg. 8897/95 on Wetzel Kaserne in Baumholder. Registration will be at the Baumholder Aquatic Center from May 7 to 28, and will open two weeks prior to the start of the class and end the first day of the class. Cost is $50. The Aquatic Center no longer accepts cash. For any questions, call the Baumholder Aquatic Center at 531-2904 or 0611-143-531-2904 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Lifeguards Needed

Regular full-time and part-time lifeguard positions are available at the Baumholder Aquatic Center, Bldg. 8895/8897 on Wetzel Kaserne. Jobs are now listed on www.usajobs.gov. Benefits include logistical support, retirement plan, 401K option available, paid annual and sick Leave, paid federal holidays, nationally recognized certificate, and, professional development training opportunities. Find out more at baumholder.armymwr.com.

Baumholder May and June Trip Schedules Available

The Baumholder Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for May and June are available under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com. Go on express trips to several exciting destinations and visit the Dortmund Hunting and Fishing Expo, Koblenz Beer Festival and Cologne Beer Festival. The Baumholder Outdoor Recreation is hosting an open house June 18. Find out all that Baumholder Outdoor Recreation has to offer by visiting baumholder.armymwr.com or call 0611-143-531-3401.

Kaiserslautern SKIES 2022 Class Listing

The Kaiserslautern SKIES Unlimited Program announces the 2022 Class Schedule. The listing is available on kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services.  Enrollments can be made thru https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil or over the phone with Parent Central Services at 541-9065/67 or 061-143-541-9065/67. Parent Central Service is located in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.

CYS Now Hiring

Child and Youth Services needs additional Child and Youth Program Assistants for the Rheinland-Pfalz Military Community to expand programming. Starting salary is $16.70. Earn benefits such as funding for college credits, vacation, health insurance, and much more. Even earn a FREE Child Development Associate or Youth Practicum Credential through CYS. To apply visit https://www.usajobs.gov. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Winter/Summer Wheel Swap Special

The Pulaski Automotive Skills Center is offering $5 off the labor for changing out winter for summer tires and wheels, and regular tire rotations from now to May 31 at the center, Bldg. 2859 on Pulaski Barracks. For more information, call 493-4167 or 0631-3406-4167, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Karaoke Saturdays at Tavern on the Rock

Sing your heart every Saturday night at Tavern on the Rock! Come out starting at May 7 at 9 p.m. and show off your skills. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. For more information, call the Rheinlander Convention Center, Smith Barracks BLDG 8085, at 531-2890 or 0611-143-531-2887.

Mother’s Day Brunch

Rheinlander Convention Center is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch May 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Cost is $22 for adults, $12 for children ages 5 to 11, and free for children 4 and younger. For menu options and to reserve on WEBTRAC, visit baumholder.armymwr.com. For more information, call 531-2888 or 0611-143-531-2888.

Twisted Art

The Baumholder Warrior Zone and the Arts and Crafts Center hosts a “Twisted Art” Painting Class May 14, June 25, July 23, Aug. 20 and Sept. 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. Cost is $35. An Instructor from the Arts and Crafts will teach a class on how to paint “Twisted Art.” For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 531-2912 or 06111435312912 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Crafting at the Baumholder Library

The Baumholder “Iron Works” Library hosts a crafting program, “OOPS! I Craft Myself,” for ages 12, Thursday, May 19, at 4 p.m. at the Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. This program offers children a chance to show their creativity to create crafts. These monthly sessions are seasonal or holiday projects. For more information, call 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Hip Hop Night at Armstrong’s Club

Hip Hop Night is May 28 at 9 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Dancers must be 18 and older. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115/9114 or 0611-143-541 9115/9114, or visit Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) Performance

KMC Onstage presents “The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged)” Friday and Saturday, May 11, 12, 20 and 21 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 15 and 22 at 2 p.m. at the Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center, Bldg. 3109 on Daenner Kaserne. The show features three overachievers attempting to perform all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in 90 minutes. Fast-paced, witty and physical, it’s an evening of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and even, haters.  For more information, call 483-6626 or 0631-411-6626 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Spring/Summer Vehicle Safety Day

Pulaski Automotive Skills Center, Bldg. 2859 on Pulaski Barracks, is hosting a free Spring/Summer Vehicle Safety Day May 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is for Soldiers, Family Members and Civilians with an ID Card and USAREUR-registered vehicle. Professionals will check to ensure customers’ POV’s are up to safety standards. For more information, call 493-4167 or 0631-3406-4167 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Soldier and Family Readiness Training

The Army Community Service is offering a Soldier and Family Readiness Training May 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rheinlander Convention Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder.  The training will feature speakers, topics and resources that will improve readiness for Soldiers and Families.  For a list of training classes, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com or baumholder.armymwr.com. For more information, call Army Community Service at 541-9000 or 0611-143-541-9000, or 531-2850 or 0611-143-531-2850.

Third Annual Fittest Games Competition

The Hall of Champions Fitness Center is hosting the Third Annual Fittest Games Competition May 14 at 11 a.m. Registration will be from May 9 to 12 at the Hall of Champions, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Registration fee is $10. Must be 18 or older to compete. For more information, email jessie.i.dayton.naf@army.mil or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

2022 AER Campaign Closeout Golf Tournament Fundraiser

The Rolling Hills Golf Course is hosting the 2022 Army Emergency Relief Campaign Closeout Golf Tournament Fundraiser May 13 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the golf course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne in Baumholder. This event is open to the public. Preregistration is required by May 10 and can be done by calling the golf course at 531-3408/09 or 0611-143-531-3408/09. Proceeds go to Army Emergency Relief. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Glenn Wool Comedy Show

Erin Crouch will host another Comedy Club at Kazabra for Glenn Wool Comedy Show May 13 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Cost is $10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Glenn Wool was recently seen on John Oliver’s “New York Standup Show.” For more information, call 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261 or visit kaiserslauter.armymwr.com.

Army Volunteer Recognition Ceremony

The Army Community Service Army Volunteer Corps is hosting the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Volunteer Recognition Ceremony May 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rheinlander Convention Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Registered Volunteers from around the Garrison will be celebrated and recognized for their amazing contributions to our community throughout 2021. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Yoga and Wine at Armstrong’s Club

Armstrong’s Club is hosting a Yoga and Wine May 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 1036 in Vogelweh Housing. This is a 45-minute yoga class and an hour social, and is offered the second Saturday of each month. Price is $15. Participants can pre-order tickets on WEBTRAC or pay at the door. The WEBTRAC link can be found at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. For more information, call 541-9114 or 0611-143-541-9114.