Mark Your Calendar – July 17, 2015

Events

» The Ramstein Officers’ Spouses Club July ice cream social will be from 1 to 3 p.m. July 29 at Donnelly Park Pavillion. Come out, socialize and enjoy some ice cream. For more information or to make reservations, visit www.ramsteinosc.org.

» The 2015 Summer Reading Program has kicked off through July 24. This fun and educational program encourages reading throughout the summer months. Read and earn prizes. Registration is open throughout the entire Summer Reading Program. An end-of-summer party will take place from 10 a.m. to noon July 24 at Landstuhl Library. Event inlcudes a bouncy castle, face-painting, crafts and refreshments. Open to all ages. For more information, call Rheinland-Pfalz Library at Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810, at 486-7322 or 06371-86-7322.

» The Great American Campout is a free event open to all military families. Bring your tents and sleeping bags and camp under the stars at Pulaski Park. Tent setup begins at 7 p.m. Aug. 15. Bring your own food and roast it on the outdoor grill. S’mores will be provided. Camping equipment is available to rent from Pulaski Outdoor Recreation. The deadline to register is Aug. 12. To register and for more information, call Outdoor Recreation at Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2905 at 493-4117 or 0631-3406-4117.

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.

» Open auditions for Junie B. Jones will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Need an adult and child cast, ages 8 and older. Wear clothing that is comfortable to move in. A song will be taught at auditions and participants will be asked to cold read. Performances are at 7 p.m. Aug. 28, 29, Sept. 11 and 12; and at 3 p.m. Aug. 30 and Sept. 13. 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.

» Comedy show: July 25. Features celebrity guest host Reginald “Bruh Man” Ballard and comedians Cerrome Russell, Jokestar Niem Lyon and Julius Carter. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; show begins at 9 p.m. Cost: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Purchase tickets in advance at Armstrong’s Club, any Java Cafe in the KMC or online via WebTrac.

» Beer Fest: 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 14 and 1 to 9 p.m. Aug.15. Taste beers from around the world, try traditional German and Bavarian food and bring home a commemorative beer mug. Exclusive beers will be available for purchase. Cost: $19.95 per person, per day; $34.95 per person for two days. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. To purchase a ticket in advance, visit the Pulaski shoppette, Armstrong’s Club, any Java Cafe in the community or purchase online via WebTrac.

» Cash Quiz: 6 p.m. every Wednesday in July. One winner each week receives $50 and a pass to the Cash Quiz finale on July 29 where one lucky winner will take home $100.

» Karaoke Superstar 2: Competition rounds begin at 9 p.m. every Friday during the month of July for a chance to win money. Each week two winners receive $50 and move forward to the finale, July 31 for a chance to win $300 and a trophy.

» 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.

» Poker tournament: Sunday. Doors open at 1 p.m.; tournament begins at 3 p.m. There is a minimum $1,000 guaranteed payout. Buy-in: $80 in advance or $95 at the door; re-buy-in: $50. Free finger food for participants. Space is limited; register in advance online via WebTrac or through Kazabra Club.

» 10-Carat Bingo: Aug. 16. 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

»  USA Jobs workshop takes place from 10 a.m. to noon July 24. Want to learn more about finding a government job? Get the one-up on competition with hands-on instruction and assistance from a training Employment Readiness expert. RSVP required. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Support Groups

» Newborn Network meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. every Thursday. Socialize in a coffee shop setting and meet other moms with newborns and infants up to age 1. Discuss ages and stages, community resources and other parenting related topics. No preregistration necessary. Newborn Network meets at Java Cafe on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 273. For more information, contact New Parent Support Program at 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.

» 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 more information, call the New Parent Support Program at 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.

Meetings

» 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 Army Community Services for 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.

» 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.

Classes and Training

» Host Nation Orientation class takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. If you’re new to the KMC, Join Army Community Services for this free two-day class. The first day covers an overview of Rheinland-Pfalz, German culture and customs. On the second day, enjoy a special insider’s tour of K-town, or Kaiserslautern. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2891. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Stress-less workshop is from 1 to 4:30 p.m. the second Friday of every month. This workshop explores what stress and anger are, helps you learn how to identify them and teaches effective management techniques for both. Registration required. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For details or to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» German language 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 10-week semesters. Advanced registration is required. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Baumholder Events

» Army Community Service’s 50th Birthday Celebration takes place July 24. Community members are invited to join ACS for free cake and coffee (while supplies last) at the Baumholder Java Cafe from 8 a.m. to noon and at the Rhine Ordnance Barracks Java Cafe from 1 to 5 p.m. A photo gallery of ACS photos highlighting years of service from staff members and volunteers will be displayed at both locations. Enjoy the grand opening and a ribbon cutting at the new Baumholder ACS Community Information Center located in the same building as the Java Cafe. For more information, contact ACS Baumholder Java Cafe, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8661 at 485-6439 or 06783-6-6439; or ROB Java Cafe, Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 273, at 493-4203 or 485-8188; or 0631-3406-4203 or 06783-6-8188.

» Tavern on the Rock’s one-year celebration will begin at 6 p.m. Aug. 8 in honor of its one-year anniversary. The celebration will consist of games, water slides and will have food and beverages available for purchase. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. For more information, call Tavern on the Rock on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085, at 485-6941 or 06783-6-6941.