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» Children dressed as the Three Holy Kings, from the Catholic and Protestant parishes in Ramstein-Miesenbach, will visit residents to sing, bless their homes and ask for donations between Christmas and Three Kings Day, Dec. 25 to Jan. 6. Residents who would like the children to visit their home should send an email with their exact address by today to Pfarramt.ramstein@bistum-speyer. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go to a foundation in Flores, Indonesia, and street children in Laz Paz, Bolivia.
» Holiday photos with Santa can be taken from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Candy Cane Lane in the Ramstein Community Center, Bldg. 412. Prices are $5 for a 4-by-6-inch photo with a keepsake photo cover or $4 for a candid photo with the customer’s own camera.
» A Christmas tree market will offer various kinds of trees from different German regions Monday through Dec. 23 at the Messeplatz fairgrounds in Kaiserslautern. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays.
» The Zoo Kaiserslautern in Siegelbach is offering free entrance as a Christmas special Wednesday through Jan. 10. Visitors are asked to determine how much they are willing to pay and make a donation. The zoo will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except for Thursday and Dec. 31 when it will close at 2 p.m. The Christmas hike with Santa Claus will be at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 26.
» Holiday Movie Day will be on Monday at the Rheinland-Pfalz Library in Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810, and the Kleber Branch Library, Bldg. 3205. The libraries will show holiday movies throughout the day during opening hours. Refreshments will be served. All ages are welcome. No registration required.
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 www.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 “Mary Poppins”: 7:30 p.m. today, Saturday and Jan. 8, 9, 15 and 16; 3 p.m. Jan. 10 and 17. Limited space availability; advance reservations are recommended.
» Open Auditions for “Schoolhouse Rock Live!”: 7 p.m. Jan. 19 and 20. A small-medium mixed cast is needed. Have a short song prepared and sheet music for an accompanist. Scripts are available to check out in advance.
» KMC Onstage presents “You’ve Got Hate Mail”: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29 and 30 at the Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center on Daenner Kaserne, Bldg. 3109. Rated for mature audiences only. Advance reservations are recommended.
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.
» New Year’s Eve party: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Dec. 31. The night will include a live disc jockey, dancing, party favors and more. Cover charge: $10, includes appetizers and a champagne toast.
» Winter Family Ball: 4-8 p.m. Jan. 23. The evening will include a banquet style meal, a Frozen character meet and greet, a family photo keepsake, games and lots of dancing. Seating is limited. Early reservations required by Jan. 18. Cost: $29.95 per adult, $19.95 per child. Children under 2 years older are free. Tickets can be purchased online via WebTrac or at any Java Cafe in the KMC.
» 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.
» Holiday Cheer Bingo: 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday. There will be free finger food, four guaranteed $1,000 games and a chance to win one grand prize of $7,500. Cost to play is $75 per pack. Doors open, 1 p.m.; Early Bird Bonanza, 2 p.m.; regular games, 3 p.m.
» New Year’s Eve party: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Dec. 31. The evening will include country music, party favors, appetizers, a champagne toast and more. Cover charge: $10.
» 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 Night: 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 meets from 10 a.m. to noon today on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. 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. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
Support Groups
» Baby Bumps: Passport to Parenting meets from 3 to 5 p.m. every Wednesday in December in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. Join the New Parent Support Program in this “Socialize and Learn” series for expecting moms. The 6-week rotation allows you to come to any and all sessions that interest you. Taught by NPSP registered nurses. No registration required.
» Spectrum Families Support Group meets from 5 to 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at Vogelweh Library, Bldg. 2059. This support group is for anyone who is, has, loves or works with a person with a spectrum disorder, such as Autism, Aspergers, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder — Not Otherwise Specified. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
» Comfort Measures and Relaxation for Childbirth takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. the third Friday of every month. 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 the Pulaski Chapel, Bldg. 2869. For details, call the New Parent Support Program at 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.
Meetings
» The Rheinland-Pfalz Quilt Guild meets from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Friday at the Ramstein South Side Chapel for a “Stitch and Gab.” Participants can join in and bring their latest projects while spending time with fellow stitchers and getting some “quilt therapy.” For more information, visit www.rpqg.eu.
» An Emergency Placement Care informational meeting takes place from 1 to 2 p.m. every third Wednesday of every month on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. Join Army Community Service 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.
Classes and Training
» Commanders and senior leaders training is from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m the first Thursday of every month. This training is a mandatory requirement within 45 days of assumption of command for all commanders and senior enlisted advisers, E7-E9. Receive information on the Family Advocacy Program, the Exceptional Family Member Program and the Army Emergency Relief Program. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. Registration is required. For details, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
» Conversational German courses are offered in two levels: beginner and intermediate. Participants will gain a better understanding of the written and verbal German language. All course materials are provided to students free of charge. Classes run in six-week semesters. Advanced registration is required. For details, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
Baumholder Events
» Hilltop Theater Presents “A Christmas Carol”: 7 p.m. today and Saturday. For more information or to reserve tickets in advance, contact Hilltop Theater on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8218, at 485-7244 or 06783-6-7244; or the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation One Stop shop on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8661, at 485-8215 or 06783-6-8215.
» A New Year’s Eve party will be held Dec. 31 at Tavern on the Rock on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085. Welcome 2016 surrounded by friends at this fun celebration. Doors open at at 8 p.m. The night will feature karaoke beginning at 9 p.m., appetizers, drink specials and party favors. Cost: $10. Advanced ticket purchase recommended. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 485-8645 or 06783-6-8645.
» The Youth Learn-to-Swim program will be held from Jan. 12 to 28 at the Baumholder indoor swimming pool. Registration will be open from Jan. 4 to 11. Levels offered include: Parent and Child Class for children ages 12 months to 3 years; Preschool Aquatics for children ages 3 to 5 years; and Learn-to-Swim levels 1 through 4 for children ages 6 years and older. Space is limited. Advance registration required. Cost: $45 per session. For more information and to register, call Parent Central Services at 485-7003 or 06783-6-7003.
