Events
» 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.
» The Atlantic Academy Kaiserslautern will sponsor a brown bag luncheon with a speaker form the University of Kaiserslautern talking about, “the Entrepreneurial quest in Kaiserslautern,” noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday. The luncheon is part of an ongoing German-American discussion about how to build a diverse start-up community and network. Admission is free. For details, visit www.atlantische-akademie.de.
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. July 21 and 22. 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 Aug. 28 to 30 and Sep. 11 to 13.
» KMC Onstage Summer Theater Camp: The “Heroes, Myths and Legends” Summer Theater Camp will be offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 7 to 17. This camp is for children or youth wanting to get involved with theater at KMC Onstage. The theater camp will teach playwriting, design, acting and stage movement skills, and in the process, give the kids a chance to create, build and present their very own show. The performance will be held on July 18. Open to youth, ages 8 to 18. Cost: $250 per student; $175 for additional family members. Space is limited; sign up 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.
» 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: July 19. 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.
» 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
June 26. Want to learn more about finding a government job? Get the one-up on competition with hands-on instruction and assistance from a trained Employment Readiness expert. RSVP is required. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For details, 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.
» Infant Massage is for moms and dads with babies 6 weeks to 6 months old. During this four-part Infant Massage Series, learn how to enhance bonding, improve circulation, relieve colic, normalize muscle tone and the digestive system, improve sleep and more. Classes will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. June 9, 16, 23 and 30 in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. For details, contact the New Parent Support Program at 493-4659 or 0631-3406-4659.
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 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 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
» Couples Communication 1 and 2 class meets from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday. Bring your lunch to this special “lunch date” two-part series and explore various paths to better communication, effective listening and understanding. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
» A Volunteer Management Information System for Organizational Points-of-Contacts takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday. Training is for volunteer managers and OPOCs to learn the system, become familiar with what is available and learn how to input and manage volunteer hours. Class meets on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
» Beginner and intermediate German language courses are offered by Army Community Services. 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 as this class often fills up fast. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
Baumholder Events
» The Get Fit & Eat Right Challenge phase 1 takes place through July 28 at the 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 the Mountaineer Fitness Center, Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8220 at 485-7418 or 06783-6-7418.
» BOSS Wine & Bike: Spend the day bicycling with BOSS in the most well-known wine growing region in Germany along one of the most beautiful rivers on June 27, 9 a.m. Starting in Bernkastel-Kues, you will follow paved cycling paths through tranquil river meadows, wine regions and historic cities. The bike ride will finish in Traben-Trabach. After exploring the city, you will embark on a 2-hour boat ride back to Bernkastel-Kues. Cost is $35 and includes one-way boat fare and a discount on a rental bike. Registration deadline is June 20. For more information, contact the BOSS Office, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8106, DSN 485-6228; Civ. 06783-6-6228 or Outdoor Recreation, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8167 at 485-7182; or 06783-6-7182.
» Stockweiher Fishing Trip: Enjoy a day of fishing at the 1,750 acre “Stockweiher” fishing pond in France on Saturday with Baumholder Outdoor Recreation. This pond is stocked with pike, walleye, cat fish, trout and other local species. You may also upgrade your license to be able to fish off of a boat. This lake is a great getaway for the non-fishermen; swimming, boat rentals, biking and relaxing by the water is available! Cost: $75 per person (fisherman); $55 per person (non-fisherman). Price includes round-trip bus transportation and a one day fishing permit. Trip departs at 7 a.m. from Outdoor Recreation and returns at 8 p.m. Future dates: July 11 & 18 and Aug. 1, 15 & 29. For more information, contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation or the One Stop Shop, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8167/8661 at 485-7182/8215 or 06783-6-7182/8215.