Mark Your Calendar – May 22, 2015

Events

» The Strong Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength Campaign is offering a variety of activities in recognition of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. This Strong B.A.N.D.S Campaign event is for all ages. Attend at least one of these events throughout the month of May, and earn a Strong B.A.N.D.S armband.

» May 1 through 31: Enjoy healthy meal options at the Sembach Community Activity Center, Bldg. 220. Daily dining hours: 7 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: Cross-Country 10 Miler, 10:30 a.m., Rhine Ordnance Barracks. $5. Registration on-site, 9 to 10:15 a.m. Open to ID cardholders, ages 16 and older.

» Today through Monday: Outdoor Recreation whitewater rafting and canyoning trip, starting at $369. Sign up through Outdoor Recreation, Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2905.

» May 29: USDA approved healthy snacks served at all Child, Youth and Social Services facilities at 3 p.m. A kiddie obstacle course will be offered at Landstuhl Child Development Center 1 at 4 p.m. For details, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

» May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month. The AAPIH committee will offer an expo from 3 to 5 p.m. and a finale from 6 to 8 p.m. May 29 at the Kaiserslautern Military Community Center Food Court. Learn about Asian and Pacific Islander culture and experience interactive demos, food sampling, dance and martial arts lessons at the Expo. The finale will inlcude a fashion show, martial arts demo and various dance performances.

» The Rheinland-Pfalz Library at Landstuhl is hosting the 2nd annual Star Wars Art Contest. Submit your best Star Wars creation for a chance to win a Star Wars themed gift basket. Submissions will be accepted through May 30. Open to all ages and skill levels. For details, call 486-7322 or 06371-86-7322.

» A Summer Bazaar featuring a large variety of European vendors selling treasures, paintings, jewelry, wine and more, takes place June 5, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m; June 6, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and June 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Special Events Center at Rhine Ordinance Barracks, Bldg. 237. Food and beverages will be available on-site. All prices are in U.S. dollars; cash, check and debit are accepted. If traveling via A6, take the Kaiserslautern-West exit toward the OPEL circle and follow the event signs. For details, call 314-486-5412 or 06371-86-5412.

» A Sesame Street USO Experience for military families presents a live 35-minute “mini-show” featuring four of the popular Sesame Street characters, as well as Katie, a military child created especially for the USO. The show is free to military personnel and their families and is open to all ages. Seating is first come, first serve. No registration required. Show dates and times: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. June 30 and July 1 at Kleber Fitness Center, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance. For details, visit www.uso.org/sesame.

KMC Onstage

KMC Onstage is located in Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. For more information, contact Nate Records at 483-6252 or 0631-411-6252 or via email at nathan.d.records.naf@mail.mil. To reserve tickets, visit http://kaiserslautern.armymwr.com, visit KMC Onstage from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, or by calling 483-6626 or 0631-411-6626.

» Moon Over Buffalo: Show dates are at 7 p.m. May 29 and 30 and June 5, 6, 12 and 13, and 3 p.m. June 7 and 14.

» KMC Onstage free admission for wounded Soldiers: All programming is free of charge to wounded warriors and their guests at the Fisher House. For Landstuhl patrons, transportation may be arranged; contact KMC Onstage before 2 p.m. on Fridays if transportation is required for weekend shows at
usarmy.kaiserslautern.usag.mbx.kmc-onstage@mail.mil.

Armstrong’s Club Events

Armstrong’s Club is located in Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Family Housing. Call 0631-354-9986 for details. Unless otherwise stated, events have no cover charge and are open to all ID cardholders and their guests, 18 and over.

» Urban Sounds at Armstrong’s Club: Listen to the latest hip-hop, R&B and reggae hits from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday.

» Family Dance Party: 4 to 8 p.m., June 6; event includes a live disc jockey and a special visit from the Minions. General admission: $10; kids 4 and under are free. Admission includes: entrance to the dance party, character meet and greet and a family photo. An additional meal deal is available for $5 and includes a hot dog, chips or French fries, a cupcake and a drink. Early ticket purchase is recommended.

» Industry Night Mondays: 5 to 10 p.m. the first and third Monday of every month. This is a night for service industry employees and features raffles, cocktails and music.

» Small Tab Tuesdays: 5 to 10 p.m. every Tuesday play a game of pool or pick your favorite jam on the jukebox while enjoying specials.

» Trivia Wednesdays: 6 to 10 p.m. every Wednesday.

» Throwback Thursdays: 7 p.m. every other Thursday, listen to hits from the ’80s, ’90s and today.

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

» Latin Fusion Saturdays: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. every other Saturday.

» Swag Saturdays: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. every other Saturday.

» Sunday Sports: 2 to 11 p.m. every Sunday. Enjoy live sports playing on all TV screens. Food and beverages available for purchase.

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.

» Urban Nights: 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. every other Friday.

» Country Karaoke: 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. every other Friday. Sing your favorite country hit and take a spin on the mechanical bull, Tornado.

» Texas Hold ’em: 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday. Buy-in is $25. Register and buy-in by 7 p.m.

» Country Nights: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturdays. Dance lessons take place from 7 to 9p.m. There is a $5 cover charge.

» K-town Coverall Bingo: 3 p.m every Sunday play progressive bingo to win up to $7,500. New players get a free card with the purchase of a bingo pack or bring a new player and both players receive a free card with the purchase of any bingo pack.

» Sunday Sports: 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sundays. Enjoy 50 cent wings and $1 hot dogs, and take part in fun sports trivia.

Jobs

» USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Job Fair. Are you looking for a job? Come to the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 16 at Kazabra Club on Vogelweh, Bldg. 2057. A Military Spouse Preference briefing will be at 11 a.m. This job fair helps job seekers to get in contact with employers who have positions to fill. Employers will be local employers and Department of Defense contractors. For details, call Pascalina Bonnin at 493-4029 or 0631-3406-4029.

Support Groups

» Spectrum Families Support Group meets from 5 to 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month. This Exeptional Family Member Program support group is for anyone who is, has, loves or works with a person with a spectrum disorder (autism, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified, or Aspergers syndrome). Group meets at Vogelweh Library, Bldg. 2059. For details, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Meetings

» Join the New Parent Support Program and other community counterparts from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the Landstuhl Learning Center in Bldg. 3718 on Wilson Barracks for information about pregnancy and newborns at the next Expectant Parent Orientation. For details, call the New Parent Support Program at 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.

» An Emergency Placement Care informational meeting is from 1 to 2 p.m. every third Wednesday of every month at Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. Are you interested in providing a valuable resource for our community? Join ACS in this informative discussion on becoming an EPC provider and learn about the program and its basic requirements. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Classes and Training

» Sponsorship Training is from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. This course helps fulfill the role as a sponsor for incoming personnel. Units sending students to training need to preregister with Army Community Service to ensure that a unit-specific sign-in roster is available. This training is open to Soldiers, civilians and spouses who will act as sponsors. Class meets at the Hercules Theater on Ramstein. For details, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Toddler 4-1-1 class is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m, Tuesday. Each class session in this series addresses a topic that parents will likely encounter during the toddler years including: temper tantrums, potty training, picky eaters, sleep issues, age-appropriate expectations and more. Parents are encouraged to attend with their toddlers and should bring lunch. Sessions are held in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. Register in advance. For more information call 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.

» Thrifty Travels Around Europe class is from noon to 1 p.m. June 1 at the Army Community Service Annex on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. Are you ready to travel through Europe? Want to do it on a budget? Bring your lunch to this brown-bag session and learn how to save money when traveling. For more details and to enroll, call 493-4015/4203 or 0631-3406-4015/4203.

Baumholder Events

» The Get Fit & Eat Right Challenge Phase 1 is from June 16 to July 28 at Mountaineer Fitness Center. This six-week challenge is designed to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. The following will be offered: a variety of fitness classes designed to blast fat and build lean muscle; weekly weigh-ins and body composition measurements; weekly support sessions every Tuesday; nutritional guidance given by a licensed dietician; access to a certified personal trainer; and prizes. Cost is $25. For details, call Mountaineer Fitness Center, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8220 at 485-7418 or
06783-6-7418.

» To commemorate the Army’s 240th birthday, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation is offering free cupcakes beginning at 11:30 a.m. June 11 at the Baumholder Java Cafe and the Army Community Service on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2891. A cake-cutting ceremony will also take place at 11:30 a.m. June 11 at the Baumholder Dining Facility. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.