Mark Your Calendar – May 13, 2016

Events

» A German-American friendship fest will take place Saturday through May 22 on Campbell Barracks, Roemerstrasse in Heidelberg. The event features rides, games, music and food specialties.

» The spring-summer Special Olympics will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 3 at the Southside Fitness Center track and field on Ramstein. The Special Olympics is an international program of athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The event holds a variety of Olympic-type sporting events, giving all participants the opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience the joy by participating in events with other Special Olympic athletes in the community. Come out and support the 80 to 150 suspected competing participants.

» Shop until you drop at the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Summer Bazaar June 3 through 5. The bazaar features a large variety of European vendors selling treasures, paintings, jewelry, wine and much more. Food and beverages will be available on site. Times and dates: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 3; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 4; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 5 at the Special Events Center on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 237. U.S. dollar, euro, credit and debit payments accepted, no checks.

» The Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir is looking for male singers, especially tenors, to join. The choir rehearses from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays in the Protestant community center in Kaiserslautern, Erzhuetter Strasse 68. For more information, visit www.sing-rpic.de or call 0631-3508625.

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 “Avenue Q”: A special opening night gala performance will take place at 8 p.m. May 20. Cost: $22 for adults and $20 for seniors and students. Regular show dates: 7:30 p.m May 21 and June, 3, 4, 10 and 11; and 3 p.m. June 5 and 12. Cost: $12 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. This musical is rated for mature audiences only.

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.

» Ladies Night: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday. Ladies, head over to Armstrong’s Club for a “Sex in the City” inspired night. The evening will include appetizers, raffles and a DJ playing the hottest hits.

» Comedy show: June 18. Come out to Armstrong’s Club for a night of fun and laughter at the comedy show. This event will feature host Lee Marvin Adams and comedians Jason Thompson and Munchie. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 9 p.m. Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Purchase tickets in advance at Armstrong’s Club, any Java Cafe in the KMC or online via WebTrac.

» 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.

» Armed Forces Appreciation Day party: 9 p.m. May 21. In honor of Armed Forces Appreciation Day, the club will host a special celebration. Put on your cowboy boots and come to Kazabra Club for a special night. The event will feature a live DJ playing the best country hits, hot dogs until midnight or while supplies last, raffles, games and $1 bull rides. No cover charge before midnight.

» Father’s Day Bingo: June 19. Celebrate Father’s Day at the Father’s Day Bingo event with appetizers, games and opportunities to win cash. Doors open at 1 p.m. Games begin at 3 p.m. Bingo packs start at $30.

» 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.

» 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 will be held from 10 a.m. to noon today and May 20 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 in the next available class, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Support Groups

» Baby Bumps take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday and May 25 at the Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780. Join the New Parent Support Program for this socialize-and-learn series for expecting women. This two-part series will be taught by labor and delivery and NPSP registered nurses. No registration required. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Couple Links Lasting Intimacy Through Nurturing Knowledge and Skills will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 21 at the Ramstein North Chapel Annex. This is a free marriage enhancement workshop for couples. Lunch will be provided. For details and to sign, call 480-6148.

» 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.

Meetings

» Multicultural Spouses Club meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. Join fellow spouses for a fun and interactive club that promotes diversity and networking. Feel free to bring a dish to share with the group. For more information and to register, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» An Emergency Placement Care informational meeting takes place from 1 to 2 p.m. the 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.

» Wiggles and Giggles meets from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday at E-Street Cafe on Vogelweh. Parents with children under 5 years old are invited to come, play together and meet new people. For more information, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

Classes and Training

» Stress Management 1 and 2 will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday and May 25 on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2917. This informative class explores what stress is and how it affects all aspects of our lives. Feel free to bring a lunch. Registration is required. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» Thrifty Travels Around Europe will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. Ready to travel around Europe? Want to do it on a budget? Join us for a travel-tip session and learn all the ins and outs of traveling without breaking the bank. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.

» How to Avoid Falling for a Jerk/Jerkette will take place from 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursday at the Ramstein North Chapel. This is a relationship class for singles. For details and to register, call 480-6148.

Baumholder Events

» Hilltop Theater presents “The Wizard of Oz” youth production: 7 p.m. today and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets may be reserved in advance through Hilltop Theater on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8218, at 485-7244 or 06783-6-7244.

» Hilltop Theater is holding auditions for “The Dixie Swim Club”: 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Be one of five women needed for the small cast. No experience necessary. This production does not require actress to wear a swimsuit. Backstage and tech volunteers are needed as well. For more information, contact Hilltop Theater on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8218, at 485-7244 or 06783-6-7244.

» Sponsorship training will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday at Wagon Wheel Theater. This course will help you fulfill the role as a sponsor for incoming personnel. Units sending students to training are required to preregister with Army Community Service to ensure that a unit-specific sign-in roster is available. This training is open to Soldiers, civilians and spouses who will act as sponsors. For more information, call 485-8188 or 06783-6-8188.

» Single Parent Support Group meets from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Wiggles and Giggles room on Wetzel Kaserne, Bldg. 8876. This educational class examines the services and tools available for successful single parenting. Feel free to bring a lunch. For more information, call 485-8188 or 06783-6-8188.