Events
» A Cinco de Mayo celebration hosted by the Kaiserslautern Hispanic American Club and the 86th Force Support Squadron will be held at 4 p.m. today on Ramstein outside the E-Club parking lot. The fun-filled family event will feature bounce castles for the kids, traditional dancing performed by the Ramstein Elementary School students, Mexican-style bingo with prizes, pinatas, and authentic Mariachi performers. Food and beverages will also be available.
» The Ramstein Officers’ Spouses Club is hosting a tropical paradise social event at 9:30 a.m. May 18 at the Ramstein Officers’ Club. Reservations are required by Thursday. For more information, including menu and prices, visit www.ramsteinosc.org.
» 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 “Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS”: 7 p.m. today and Saturday. The play will be held at KMC Onstage, not Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center on Daenner Kaserne as previously reflected. Reservations may be made in advance.
» 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.
» Mother’s Day brunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The brunch will include a carving station with assorted meats, an omelet and waffle station and a delectable dessert buffet. In addition, moms will receive a special gift. Seating is limited; make reservations in advance. Tickets may be purchased online via WebTrac, from Armstrong’s Club between 5 and 10 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, or from any Java Cafe in the KMC. Prices: $19.95 for adults; $9.95 for children 5 to 16 years old; and free for children 4 and under.
» Ladies Night: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. May 14. 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.
» 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.
» Laraoke 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.
» Mother’s Day bingo: Sunday. Doors open at 1 p.m.; games begin at 3 p.m. This special Mother’s Day event will feature various cash prizes, appetizers for participants and a gift for all mothers. Bingo packs start at $30.
» 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.
» 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 May 13 and 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
» Basic Training for New Parents will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday at Landstuhl Learning Center, Bldg. 3718. Get all the tools you need to be the best parent you can be. Enjoy special guest speakers and receive all of the latest information on infant safety, feeding a newborn, soothing methods, infant CPR, bonding and attachment and more. For more information and to enroll, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
Meetings
» The Ramstein Officers’ Spouses Club is holding a welcome coffee at 9 a.m. Tuesday Enlisted Club coffee shop on Ramstein. Whether you are new to the area, want to get involved or just want to connect with others, come join for coffee and conversation. For more information, visit the ROSC website at www.ramsteinosc.org.
» Multicultural Spouses Club meets from 1 to 3 p.m. May 18 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.
Classes and Training
» Spouse sponsorship training will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. This course will help spouse sponsors fulfill their role as a sponsor for incoming spouses. Feel free to attend with small children. For more information and to register, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
» Smooth Move will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Yellow Ribbon Room on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2926. Are you about to make a permanent change of station move? This informative class provides detailed information about the PCS process. Topics covered include: stress factors, special assignments, shipment of your household goods and more. For more information and to register, call 493-4203 or 0631-3406-4203.
Baumholder Events
» Hilltop Theater presents “The Wizard of Oz” youth production: 7 p.m. today, Saturday and May 13 and 14; and 3 p.m. Sunday and May 15. Tickets may be reserved in advance through Hilltop Theater on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8218, at 485-7244 or 06783-6-7244.
» Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Tavern on the Rock on Saturday. This fun fiesta will include specials, themed games and karaoke. Doors open at 6 p.m.; karaoke begins at 9 p.m. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. For more information, contact Tavern on the Rock on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085, at 485-6941 or 06783-6-6941.
» The Arts and Crafts Center will hold a craft fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Stop by the Rheinlander Convention Center on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085, to purchase unique homemade items. For more information, contact Baumholder Arts and Crafts Center on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8104, at 485-6687 or 06783-6-6687.
» Hilltop Theater is holding auditions for “The Dixie Swim Club”: 6 p.m. May 16 and 17. 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.