Mark Your Calendar — July 13, 2018

Events

The Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir is now conducting a community-wide search for a replacement for the current director who will be PCS’ing this summer. This multi-cultural Choir is looking for an energetic and engaging American or international musical director to lead in English with high technical competence and musical professionalism. Applicants are asked to send their qualifications to contact@sing-rpic.de. Interviews with the Choir will be held in May. The RPIC rehearses on Tuesday evenings from 7 pm to 9:15 pm in Kaiserslautern Erzhutten. More information about the Choir can be found on their website, www.sing-rpic.de

Attention Retirees: The Next Workshop – What A Surviving Spouse or Family Member Needs to Know, will be held on July 14 on Ramstein Air Base in building 306A, the USAFE-AFRICA Conference Center. The workshop will start at 10 a.m. with a series of briefings. Then starting at 11 a.m., individual counseling appointments will commence. If you wish to attend, register with the 86 AW Retiree Activities Office via e-mail at 86aw.rao@us.af.mil or call at 06371-47-5486.

The next Retiree Luncheon will be on July 11 at the KMCC Food Court Activity Room, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you wish to attend, please contact the 86 AW Retiree Activities Office via e-mail at 86aw.rao@us.af.mil or call 06371-47-5486 to sign up.

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.

Summer Bash Outdoor Party Join Armstrong’s Club for their Summer Bash on July 14 at 4 p.m. This outdoor party will include bar service and live music Open to all ID cardholders and their guests. Family friendly event. Only ages 18 and older may stay after 8 p.m. Dogs are welcome on a leash.

Kaiserslautern Landstuhl Spouses Associ­ation: The KLSA Club gather every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Armstrong Club from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch and social. All contracted, military, and civilian spouses welcome.

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.

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.

Kazabra PCS Marketplace: Whether you love finding a good deal, need to declutter, or have crafts you’d like to showcase, the PCS Marketplace is the place to be. Join us on Aug. 18 for the first-ever indoor flea market at Kazabra Club. Vendor spaces include 2 tables and 4 drink tickets for just $30. Setup for the event is 7:30 to 9 a.m. Shoppers are welcome at 9 a.m.

Texas Hold’em and Game Night: 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday. Buy-in is $50. 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.

Outdoor Recreation

Army Outdoor Recreation has to offer, contact them at Pulaski Bks., Bldg. 2905, 493-4117; 0631-3406-4117 or visit us online at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com

Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8167, 485-7182; 06783-6-7182.

ATV Tours with Outdoor Recreation: Explore the great outdoors with Baumholder Outdoor Recreation on an ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle). An ATV tour is a great way to see beautiful scenery and explore our beautiful home. We’ll ride past the windmill park, visit a castle, and end at a beautiful lake before heading home. Riding with a guide who knows where to go can make the experience even better. Available on select weekends throughout 2018. To operate ATV’s you must be 18 or older, complete an ATV online safety course, and have a valid USAREUR driver’s license. $75 per person. Dates: July 29, Aug. 19, Sep. 9 & 23, Oct. 14 & 28, Nov. 4 & 18. For more information contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8167, 485-7182; 06783-6-7182.

Prague Express: July 28, choose your own adventure with a one-day trip to the Czech Republic.  Locals say “all cities are jealous of Paris, but Paris is jealous of Prague” and with even a quick visit it is easy to see why.  Stroll across Charles Bridge, visit Prague Castle, return to the Soviet era at the KGB Museum or inside a nuclear bunker, admire the Old Town Square, and sample Bohemian craft beers in a brew pub. Experience the beautiful bohemian wonderland with no set itinerary free to explore in your own way and at your own pace. For more information or to register for this trip, please contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8167, 485-7182; 06783-6-7182.

Holiday Park: July 28, Let Baumholder Outdoor Recreation take you on a Holiday you will never forget! There are exciting attractions for all ages in Holiday Park. For the thrill seeker, enjoy Expedition GeForce – Winner of the Golden Ticket Award for the best roller coaster in Europe, or Anubis Free Fall Tower. For the family with young children, there’s still plenty to do: Encounter damsels in distress and fire breathing dragons at Falkenstein’s Castle, cool off at the beach playground or by splashing in the dancing fountain, get a birds eye view of the park in a quaint ferris wheel made to look like hot air balloons, or befriend the park’s friendly insect mascots – Flip the Grasshopper, Lara the Ladybug and Holly the Honeybee! For more information or to register for this trip, please contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8167, 485-7182; 06783-6-7182.

Exhibitions / Tours

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.

Meetings

The state initiative “Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz!” meets for its German-American Stammtisch at 6.30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at the Paradox restaurant in Ramstein-Miesenbach. The Stammtisch aims at facilitating the local German-American exchange and provides a great opportunity for Americans and locals to meet and get to know each other. The meeting is family friendly. For more details, contact constance@atlantische-akademie.de or call 0631-3661017.

Ramstein Roadrunners will meet every third Tuesday of the month.  Social time begins at 6 p.m., and the meeting starts 7 p.m.  Meetings are held at Pizzeria Da Nino, Am Kiefernkopf 20, 66877 Ramstein-Miesenbach. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/RamsteinRoadrunners/

Ramstein Toastmasters will 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.

Support Groups

Baby Bumps: Passport to Parenting: Learn all about parenting in this ‘Social and Learn’ series for expecting parents with the New Parent Support Program through Army Community Service. This class meets the last two Wednesdays of each month. Join other expecting moms and dads to socialize and discuss various topics to include: pregnancy, labor & delivery, newborn care, life with a newborn, your growing baby, healthy pregnancy, relationships and support and other topics. For more information contact ACS at 541-9000; 0611-143-541-9000.

Breastfeeding Support Group: Every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Join other moms and dads for this informational class about breastfeeding! The class includes guest speakers such as lactation support from Beth Eastman, IBCLC and New Parent Support Program. Topics include breastfeeding, sleeping and normal newborn behavior. Class meets at Rheinland-Pfalz Library on Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810. For more information, call ACS at 541-9000; 0611-143-541-9000.

Baumholder Events

Get Nabbed by BOSS: Do you dare? Turn over your weekend plans to Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, and we take you on a complimentary day trip to a secret culturally-significant destination. These destinations will all be within Germany, so no passport is required. Bring some Euro for lunch and other expenses. The dates are July 21, August 25, and September 15. This trip returns back to Baumholder the same day. To find out where we’re going, contact the Warrior Zone, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8112. 531-2914; 0611-143-531-2914.

Baumholder Indoor Flea Market and Craft Fair: On August 18, 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 from 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 Barracks, Bldg. 8104. 531-2895; 611-143-531-2895.