Mark Your Calendar – Aug. 14, 2015

Events

» The Back to School Exceptional Family Member Program Fest will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 3 at Pulaski Park. The fest will include free food, games and face-painting. The event is designed for families with special needs and professionals that work with EFMP families; open to the entire community. RSVPs are recommended. Contact Sonny Valdez at 493-4091 or 0631-3406-4091 or email sonny.g.valdez.ctr@mail.mil.

» The Rheinland-Pfalz National Day Out Against Crime takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 22 at Pulaski Park. Learn about the importance of fighting crime and what you can do to support your local law enforcement team. This event features working dog demos, child ID kits, a vehicle tactical display, crime prevention programs and activity tables, free food (while supplies last) and more. Meet real-life crime fighters, sit in a fire truck or police car and take photos with Sparky the Fire Dog and Daren the Lion. For details, call 493-4215 or 0631-3406-4215.

» The Kaiserslautern West Pfalz Ski Club will hold its annual free pizza party from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Bistrorante Paradox located in the village of Ramstein-Miesenbach on Bahnhofstr. 2. It is open to all U.S. and international military, civilians, and family members in the KMC. For more information, visit www.kwestpfalzskiclub.com.

» Recruitment for College Night Reps takes place Sept. 23 for those interested in coming out to represent their college or university. This event attracts more than 1,000 high school students, making it one of the largest military events in Europe. Individuals will provide information and materials and answer questions about their college or university. Registration deadline is Sept. 1. To find out more about becoming a representative, call 493-4123 or 0631-3406-4123.

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 call 483-6626 or 0631-411-6626.

» KMC Onstage presents Junie B. Jones: Show dates: 7 p.m. Aug. 28 and 29, Sept. 11 and 12; and 3 p.m. Aug. 30 and Sept. 13. Advance reservations are recommended.

» Open auditions for Dracula: Auditions will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 1 and 2. Auditions open to ages 18 and older. Needed: six men and four women. Scripts are available to check out in advance.

» Open Auditions for Mary Poppins: 7 p.m. Sept. 22 and 23 for ages 7 to 18 and 8 p.m. for adults. Performance in need of 20 actors. No previous experience required. Come prepared with a short song and sheet music. Scripts are available to check out in advance.

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.

» Old School Hip-Hop and R&B Party: 9 p.m. Sept. 12. Nothing but old-school favorites will be spun by disc jockey Big Money.

» Oktoberfest: Sept. 25 and 26. Free pretzels and specials with every purchase. Karaoke and disc jockey on both days. “Dirndls” and “Lederhosen,” Bavarian-style clothing, are encouraged but not required.

» 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.

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.

» 10-Carat Bingo: Sunday. Doors open at 1 p.m.; early bird game begins at 2 p.m.; game begins at 3 p.m. There will be a total of 10 guaranteed $1,000 games. Cost: $100 per pack. Free finger food will be available to all players. No spectators allowed.

» 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 9 p.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

» A USA Jobs workshop takes place from 10 a.m. to noon today and Aug. 28. Want to learn more about finding a government job? Get the one-up on competition with hands-on instruction and assistance from an Employment Readiness expert. RSVP required. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Child and Youth Services is hiring those interested in working with children and youth. Apply online for Child, Youth and School Services positions online at www.usajobs.gov. Look for job title: Child and Youth Program Assistant (entry, skill and target level) CY-01/02. Positions are available on Kleber, Landstuhl, Sembach and Miesau locations. Child and youth program assistants work directly with children and youth. Must be trustworthy, able to maintain a high degree of professionalism and have the desire to be a positive influence on children and youth.

Support Groups

» Comfort Measures and Relaxation for Childbirth takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. the third Friday of every month. Come to this interactive class and bring a partner or friend, water and wear comfortable clothes. Topics include: massage and acupressure, positions for labor, use of tools such as the birth ball, meditation and focusing techniques, aromatherapy and hot and cold therapies. Class meets at Vogelweh Fitness Center in the spin room. For details, call the New Parent Support Program at 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.

» Expectant Parent Orientation takes place from 8:30 to
11 a.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the Landstuhl Learning Center, Bldg. 3718. Receive information about pregnancy and newborns. No registration required. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Breast-feeding Support Group takes place from 1 to 2:30 p.m. ever Tuesday. This informational class cover topics such as breast-feeding, sleeping and normal newborn behavior and features guest speakers. Class meets at Landstuhl Library on Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Meetings

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

» The Rheinland-Pfalz Quilt Guild will hold is monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Ramstein Middle School on Ramstein. For more information, visit www.rpqg.eu.

Classes and Training

» Multicultural Spouses Club is from noon to 2 p.m. Aug. 26. This interactive club promotes diversity and networking. Feel free to bring a dish to share with the group. Class meets in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Couples Communication 1 and 2 classes take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday and Aug. 25. This special “lunch date” two-part series explores various paths to better communication, effective listening and understanding. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or
0631-3406-4203.

» ScreamFree Parenting 1 and 2 take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Aug. 25. This two-part series moves beyond techniques that focus on the child’s behavior and focuses instead on growing yourself up and calming down so that you can grow closer. Registration required. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Baumholder Events

» Back to School Storytime takes place at 2 p.m. Aug. 26 at Baumholder Library for children ages 5 to 10 and their parents. Attend storytime followed by a craft where children can create their own German schultuete, a cone filled with little gifts, school supplies or sweet treats given to children on their first day of school. No sign-up required. For details, call Baumholder Library on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8332, at 485-1740 or 06783-6-1740.

» A get “nabbed” event by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers takes place Aug. 22. Whoever signs up to get “nabbed” will be taken to an unknown destination. This is a great way to learn more about the German culture and Baumholder’s surrounding cities. This event is open to all single and unaccompanied service members. Sign up in advance. For more details and to sign up, call the BOSS Office on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8106, at 485-6228 or 06783-6-6228.