Community Events – November 29, 2024

Baumholder Did you Know?

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Family & MWR is hosting a new program called “Baumholder Did you Know?” This exciting program is designed to help newcomers explore all the Family & MWR programs available in Baumholder, such as service centers, childcare, education, library, recreation, sports and fitness, hospitality, social and dining. Find out more at baumholder.armymwr.com.

Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz is hosting a Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration Dec. 5 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. The event will showcase photos with Santa, holiday themed crafts, live music performances, and hot chocolate and Glühwein. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Family & MWR Newcomer’s Scavenger Challenge

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Family & MWR is hosting a Newcomer’s Scavenger Challenge for the Baumholder Military Community. This exciting challenge is designed to help newcomers explore all Family & MWR programs available in Baumholder. Participants will receive a special passport listing all the programs, and can collect stamps at each facility visited to participate with a chance to win a $150 MWR Gift Card. More details about how the program works at baumholder.armymwr.com.

2024 Family and MWR Customer Needs Survey

The 2024 Family and MWR Customer Needs Survey is your opportunity to have a direct impact on the future of Army Family and MWR programs and services. The survey will gather insights from Soldiers and Families across the Army to ensure MWR offerings match your needs and interests. What’s working great? What could we do better? There’s no better way for us to learn than by hearing from YOU! Your participation is voluntary. To fill out the survey, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kiaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Java Café Holiday Drink Special

Java Cafés in Bldg. 8661 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, Bldg. 3774 on Landstuhl Post and Bldg. 273 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks are serving holiday drink specials now until Jan. 6. Flavors are: Toffee Nut Latte, Toffee Nut Frappuccino and Caramel Hot Chocolate. Contact your favorite Java Café for more information.

Bringing the *Magic* to the holidays

The Baumholder Warrior Zone is hosting Bringing the *Magic* to the holidays Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Warrior zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. This is a free event for all Magic the Gathering players. Be sure to bring your own commander deck and join in on the fun. For more information, contact fernando.a.hernandezblanco.naf@army.mil or stop by the Warrior Zone.

Block with BOSS

Soldiers can enjoy trivia, crafts, movies, tournaments and weather- permitting local trips during “Block” leave, Dec. 21 to Jan. 4, with Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, at the Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith in Baumholder. For more information, contact your Unit BOSS Representative.

Winter Holiday Salsa Party

The Armstrong’s Club is hosting a virtual Winter Holiday Salsa DJ Party Dec. 21 from 8 p.m. to Dec. 22 at 1 a.m. at the club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. The event is free. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 061-11-143-9115.

Landstuhl Youth Center Indoor Skydiving & Mall Trip

The Landstuhl Youth Center (LYC) has planned several events and trips for Winter Break (Dec. 23 to Jan. 3) for youth in grades six to twelve, who have active LYC registrations. LYC is hosting a trip to Viernheim for indoor skydiving and a shopping trip to the mall Jan. 3. Departure time will be 9 a.m. from LYC and the return will be no later than 6:30 p.m. to LYC, Bldg. 93812 on Landstuhl Post. Cost is $85 and includes transportation and two flights. Bring Euros to shop and eat. Registration will run from Dec. 2 to 13. Enrollments with signed permission slips must be emailed at rlplyc@army.mil or turned in at LYC by Dec. 13. For more information, call LYC at 486-8658 or 06371-86-8658, or email our group box at rlplyc@army.mil.

Baumholder November & December Trip Schedule Available

The Baumholder Outdoor Recreation travel schedule for November & December are available under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability. For questions, please call the Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401.

Kaiserslautern Youth Sports Winter Season Registration

Registration for winter youth sports for the Kaiserslautern community is now until Nov. 29 or until teams are full. Sports offered are Basketball, Cheerleading and Wrestling. Age requirements vary by sports. Cost: $65 & up. Health Assessment/ Sports Physical must be on file and good through the season (March 15, 2025). For more information and to register, contact Parent Central Services, Rhine Ordnance Barracks., Bldg.162 , 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067, or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

Sembach Cheer Camps

Registration for Cheer Camps for ages 5 to 15 is now until Nov. 29 or until slots are full. These are new camps to be held at the Sembach Kaserne. “Joyful Jumpers” is an introduction to cheer for ages 5 to 7. The camp consists of four sessions offered on Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. during February. Cost is $25. “Sparkling Spirits” is a fun-filled cheer camp for ages 8 to 15. The camp consist of four sessions on Wednesday during January from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $35. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

Kaiserslautern Start Smart Basketball Registration

Registration for Start Smart basketball for ages 3 to 4 is now until Nov. 30 or when sessions are full. Start Smart is a parent/child interactive program lead by a Sports and Fitness Specialist. Cost is $30. Start Smart teaches children the skills they need to play organized sports in a FUN, non-competitive environment in six, 45-minute sessions. Sessions will be offered during the month of November and December. For more information or to register, call Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, at 541-9065/9066/9067 or 0611-143-541-9065/9066/9067 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

SKIES Gymnastics

Enrollment is now open for SKIES Unlimited gymnastics for ages 1 to 18 in the Kaiserslautern Community. Visit Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and click on the WebTrac link for class times, dates and fees by age group. Open to all ID card holders from all branches of service. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

Armstrong’s Club Holiday Open House

The Armstrong Club is hosting a Holiday Open House Dec. 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This is a free event. The event will feature photos with Santa and a food truck with holiday favorite treats, Gluhwein, bratwurst and crepes. The Acapella singing group, Jingle Acabellas, will be performing holiday favorites starting at 5.45 p.m. For questions, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143-9115.

American Sign Language for Beginners

The Landstuhl Library is hosting an American Sign Language for Beginners sessions Dec. 7 and Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. at the library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. Adult and young adult beginners are welcome. Those interested must register by Dec. 5. Please register by emailing landstuhllibrary@army.mil.

6 on 6 Dodge Ball Tournament

The Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center is hosting a free Dodgeball Tournament Dec. 7 starting at 8 a.m. at the Hall of Champions PFC, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. The tournament will be a 6 vs 6 bracketed tournament. Each team roster will be limited to seven players (six players plus one substitute). All players must be 18 years or older. Pre-registration is mandatory and must be completed by Dec. 3 at the Hall of Champions PFC. Team captains meeting is Dec. 7 at 8 a.m. The tournament will start immediately after the meeting. Tournament format will be a double elimination bracket up to 16 teams. If more than 16 teams, the bracket will be single elimination. Awards for first through third place.

RECURRING EVENTS

Landstuhl Library Baby Brillance Storytime

Baby Brilliance Storytimes returns in September and will be held every Thursday of the month starting at 11 a.m. at the Landstuhl Library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. This is a fun storytime for ages birth to 18 months with songs, fingerplays and more. Signups are not required. Storytimes will not take place on Federal Holidays. For more information contact the Landstuhl Library at 06371-86-7322 or 486-7322.

Strikers Bowling Center Duty Bowl & Two for Tuesday

Duty Bowl for service members in uniform is only $5 per hour and per lane every day at the Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. All Soldiers “duty” bowling must be in duty uniform. Two for Tuesday special will be $2 per game and $2 shoe rentals from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Tuesday. For more information, call the bowling center at 531-2831 or 0611-143-531-2831.