Mark your calendar — Jan. 5, 2018

Events

Spring Bazaar: Be sure to visit the Spring Bazaar March 9 to 11. Vendors from all over Europe will showcase jewelry, furniture, home décor items, oriental rugs, cuckoo clocks, wine, cheese, Belgian chocolate, Polish pottery and more!! Stroller-friendly and great for the entire family. Open Friday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. This is an event you won’t want to miss! Open to all U.S. ID cardholders. Dollars, Euros, credit cards and debit cards accepted. All sales are final. Kleber Fitness Center, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3234/3235.

Guided tours of the Abbey Church in Otterberg, in German, will be offered the first Sunday of each month. Interested participants will meet at 2:30 p.m. at the main entrance of the church. The one-hour-long tour costs €3.

The old smithy in Otterberg, Kirchstrasse, will be open to the public at 4 p.m. every first Saturday of the month. Admission is free.

The museum in Otterberg, which is located in the tourist information office, Hauptstrasse 54, is open during 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, and 3 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free.

KMC Onstage

KMC Onstage is located at Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232, at 483-6626 or 0631-411-6626.

Auditions for “Inherit the Wind:” On Jan. 22 & 23, from 6-8 p.m., KMC Onstage invites you to audition for its next play – Inherit the Wind! A timeless story of science vs. religion. Auditions are open to all! And will be held at KMC Onstage, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232. Come prepared to do cold readings from the script for various roles. For more information contact 483-6626; 0631-411-6626.

Seussical: If you love Dr. Seuss, you’ll love this fantastical family musical that is based on his books, including favorites like “Horton Hears a Who!”, “Horton Hatches the Egg,” and “Miss Gertrude McFuzz.” Evening performance dates: Dec: 8, 9, 15, 16 & Jan. 5, 6,12,13, 7 p.m. Sundays matinees offered Dec.10, 17 & Jan. 7, 14, 3 p.m. Tickets are $10-15 for adults and $7-12 for children and seniors, depending on seat selection. Tickets available at KMC Onstage, online through WebTrac, and at the Kleber Java Café. For more information contact KMC Onstage, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232, 483-6626; 0631-411-6626.

Sister Act the Musical: When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she must go undercover and hide in the one place cops are sure she won’t be found: a convent! Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into both the church and the community, but manages to blow her cover in the process. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave you breathless. Don’t miss the chance to witness this sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship! Evening performance dates: Feb. 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24: 7 p.m. Sunday matinees offered Feb. 11, 18 & 25: 3 p.m. Tickets are $10-15 for adults and $7-12 for children and seniors. Tickets available at KMC Onstage, online through WebTrac, and at the Kleber Java Café. For more information contact KMC Onstage, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232, 483-6626; 0631-411-6626.

Inherit the Wind: Don’t miss KMC Onstage’s production of this timeless, science vs. religion story! The accused was a slight, frightened man who had deliberately broken the law. His trial was a Roman circus. The chief gladiators were two great legal giants of the century. Like two bull elephants locked in mortal combat, they bellowed and roared imprecations and abuse. The spectators sat uneasily in the sweltering heat with murder in their hearts, barely able to restrain themselves. At stake was the freedom of every American. This play is based on the evolution trials of the 1920s, but its central theme — the pursuit of intellectual freedom — is just as relevant today as it was 100 years ago. Evening performance dates: March 23 to 24; April 13, 14, 20 and 21: 7 p.m. Sunday matinees offered March 25; April 15 and 22: 3 p.m. Tickets available at KMC Onstage, online through WebTrac, and at the Kleber Java Café. For more information contact KMC Onstage, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232, 483-6626; 0631-411-6626.

Armstrong’s Club Events

Armstrong’s Club is located in Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Family Housing. Call 0631-3406-3993 for details. Unless otherwise stated, events have no cover charge and are open to all ID cardholders and their guests, 18 and over.

Sonny Dumarsais – Live: On Feb. 10, come see Sonny Dumarsais’ live performance at the Armstrong’s Club! Beginning as a lead guitarist, Sonny made the move to fulltime singer/songwriter in the winter of 2016. His clean, original music style includes R&B, Neo Soul and Rock & Roll, engulfed in spiritual influences from his church up-bringing. You won’t want to miss this evening of music! 9 p.m. No cover charge! Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. Food and beverages available for purchase. Armstrong’s Club, Vogelweh Housing, Bldg. 1036, 0631-350-7919.

A Taste of Germany: 5 p.m. every Monday at Castello’s Snack Bar inside Armstrong’s Club. Indulge in traditional and delicious German meals for $5 per plate. The meals vary each week; menus are available at www.kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Women and Wine: 6 to 10 p.m. the first and third Monday of every month. This get together allows women to make friends and form a social network in a fun environment. Food and beverages available for purchase.

Trivia Wednesdays: 7 to 10 p.m. every Wednesday.

Karaoke Fridays: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. every Friday. Show off your singing skills and socialize in a fun environment.

Latin Saturdays: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. every first and third Saturday of the month.

Kazabra Club Events

Kazabra Club is located in Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Call 489-7261 or 0631-636-7261 for details. Unless otherwise stated, events have no cover charge and are open to all ID cardholders and their guests, 18 and over.

Ante Up Championship: On March 2, you have the chance to win big at Kazabra Club’s Ante Up Championship! Try your luck in this special Texas Hold-em event. $100 buy-in for a freeze out game. Buy in once and play until you bust! Registration opens at 7 p.m., tournament begins at 8 p.m. Register by 7:45 p.m. for an extra $1,000 worth of chips! Tournament includes an appetizer buffet from Shawingz. Additional food and beverages available for purchase. Open to ID cardholders, ages 18 and older. Kazabra Club, Vogelweh, Bldg. 2057, 489-7261; 0631-536-7261.

Country Time St. Patrick’s Day Party: On March 17, Kazabra is putting a green twist on their traditional Country Night! Come dance the night away in your best St. Patrick duds for a chance to win some green. And you’ll have the opportunity to drink some green, too. Pong, pool, and Cards Against Humanity will also be at the party! You won’t want to miss this St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Cover: $5. No registration required. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. Food and beverages available for purchase. Kazabra Club, Vogelweh, Bldg. 2057, 489-7261; 0631-536-7261.

Texas Hold’em and Game Night: 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday. Buy-in is $25. Register and buy in by 7 p.m. Other games available for play include dominoes, cornhole and table pong.

Country Night: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturdays. There is a $5 cover charge.

Country and Western Dance Classes: 7:30 p.m. the first Saturday of every month. No cover charge.

Sunday Bingo: 3 p.m. every Sunday. Doors open at 1 p.m. Bingo packs start at $30. Prizes will be based upon participation. Play the progressive game for a chance to win up to $5,000.

Kazabra Club Room Rental: Private rooms and meeting spaces are available for rent and can be modified to accommodate any special event at the Kazabra Club! The rooms are equipped with bar and audio/visual connections. No party is too big or too small! Room rental includes set-up and break-down. For more information, please visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com or contact Kazabra Club, Vogelweh, Bldg. 2057, 489-7261; 0631-536-7261.

Support Groups

Single Parent Support Group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of every month. Join Family Advocacy Program for this educational class to examine services and tools that will aid in successful parenting. Feel free to bring a lunch. Class meets at Halftime Sports Bar in Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780. For more information and to enroll, call 541-9000 or 0611-143-541-9000.

Meetings

The Kaiserslautern-West Pfalz Ski Club meets 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each monthat the Bistorante Paradox in Ramstein-Miesenbach.

The Tannenbaum Ski Club meets 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month, at the Belgian Club, Bldg. 308 on Ramstein Air Base.

Ramstein Toastmasters meet every first, second and third Tuesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramstein South Chapel, Bldg. 2403. Individuals who want to develop their public speaking skills, are welcome to visit the meetings free of charge. Participants can prepare for board interviews, promotional ceremonies  or leadership roles. Public speaking skills or aspirations can be advanced and enhanced. For more information, visit ramstein.toastmastersclubs.org or www.facebook.com/ramsteintoastmasters.

Baumholder Events

Baumholder Indoor Flea Market and Craft Fair: Clean out your closet and sell your treasures at the Baumholder Indoor Flea Market and Craft Fair! This is a great opportunity to clear some space or prepare for an upcoming PCS move. If you are new to the community, you might find something you need for your new home. If you sell handcrafted wares, bring them to share!  Let the community support your local business. Sell or purchase items on Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hall of Champions Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105. Table rentals will be $15 each and must be reserved in advance through the Arts and Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104. 531-2895; 611-143-531-2895.

Designated Driver Trip: Stuttgart Spring Fest: On April 28, let Baumholder Outdoor Recreation be your designated driver. If there is one thing you learned while living in Germany, it is that the Germans really know how to throw a party! Every season in Germany seems to offer a festival or five and with the coming of spring in the Baden-Württemberg region, they celebrate Frühlingsfest (Spring Fest). This festival attracts approximately 1.5 million visitors annually, making it the largest and most well attended spring festival in Europe! Food vendors, entertainers, craftsmen, carnival rides, and of course, plenty of beer and food abound. There is a little something for everyone! $69 for adults, $49 for children under 12. For more information or to register for this trip, please contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8167, 485-7182; 06783-6-7182.