Mark Your Calendar — November 16, 2018

KMC

Mamma Mia auditions: Warm the German winter with a breezy musical that lightens your heart and puts a song on your lips.  Take your neighbors on a journey to the Greek Isles for a wedding hijacked by a quest for paternity, and a quest for paternity that turns into a second chance at love. We are seeking: Musicians, Performers, Crew. Show dates: February 8 to 10, 15 to 17, and 22 to 24. Auditions will include a 1 minute prepared song (bring backing track), a choreography lesson, and a cold reading. Auditions will be Nov. 26 & 27 from 6 to 8 p.m.  You may attend either day of auditions, located at the KMC OnStage Theater. Adults and 13+ welcome. Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232, 483-6626; 0631-411-6626.

5th Annual Party Dinovember Celebration: On Sunday, join the Rheinland-Pfalz Library for its 5th Annual Dinovember Celebration! Held at the Landstuhl Teen Center, the event will include all things dinosaur – activities, crafts, books and more. So, grab the kids and enjoy a morning that will be fun for the entire family! 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Open to all ages. For more information, contact the Rheinland-Pfalz Library, 486-7322; 06371-86-7322.

Ugly Sweater Run: On Dec. 1, runners and fashionistas unite for the first annual Ugly Sweater Run! Dust off your favorite ugly sweater and head to the Rhine Ordnance Barracks Special Event Center for what is sure to be a fun 5K. Registration is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Run begins at 10 a.m. Entrance fee is $7 and children under 12 are free! The first 100 participants will receive a t-shirt and prizes will be awarded to the first male, female, and child finishers. You must be wearing an ugly sweater to be eligible for prizes. Event is both dog and stroller friendly, so bring the entire family! For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

All Winter White Party: Winter is here and Armstrong’s is ready to party!  Celebrate the All Winter White Party by dressing to impress all in white on Dec. 8. DJ Cutty Tha Creator will be playing all genres of music rocking the party from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. with no cover charge. Open to ID cardholders, ages 18 and older, food and beverages available for purchase. Armstrong’s Club, Vogelweh Housing, Bldg. 1036, 0631-3406-3991.

Big The Musical: Come to the holiday show at KMC OnStage Theater about the joys of childhood! BIG the Musical is an adaptation of the 1988 Tom Hanks film about a 12-year-old boy who wishes on a carnival machine to be bigger, in order to impress the object of his adolescent affections.  His wish is granted and he grows up overnight.  The play follows his journey as he copes with his new adulthood while hunting down the traveling carnival machine in order to wish himself back into his younger body. All shows will be at KMC OnStage Theater. Evening shows: Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, Jan. 4, 5, 11, 12. 7 p.m. Sunday Matinees: Dec. 9 and 16, Jan. 6 & 13. 3 p.m. Tickets are available at Kleber Java Cafe, at the KMC OnStage Box Office, and on WebTrac. Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3232, 483-6626; 0631-411-6626.


Baumholder

Parent and Child Art Night Out: Join us for a night of painting with your kids. Have fun painting together for a night and take home a beautiful family keepsake to treasure forever! This parent and child painting class is designed for you and your child to have a night out together and have some fun. Absolutely NO painting skill is required! We will guide you throughout the whole process! $35.00 for one adult and one child age 5 to 18 (includes all supplies for painting). Bottled drinks & snack packs will be provided. Dates: today, Nov. 30, Dec. 14. Please register at least 2 days in advance in person or by phone at the Baumholder Arts and Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104. 531-2895; 611-143-531-2895.

“Sew & Tell” classes: For a limited time, Baumholder Arts & Crafts Center is offering sewing classes. This is a unique opportunity to learn sewing techniques that can save you money and make your home more sustainables. Lisa will teach you to create fantastic eco-friendly household items that can be re-used time and time again and made with your favorite fabric and personal touch.  Two separate classes will be offered per item. Friday classes are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday classes are 1 to 3 p.m. Items and dates are as follows: Dec. 7 and 8 – Passport Holders. These are adult-only classes and must be signed up for in advance through the Arts and Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104. 531-2895; 611-143-531-2895.

Holiday Artisan Fair and Flohmarkt: Tomorrow, the Baumholder Arts and Crafts Center invites you to see, smell, taste, and experience our first annual holiday market!  From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hall of Champions Fitness Center will transform into your home for unique holiday shopping, with custom, homemade, and handcrafted gift items.  There will also be a flohmarkt space dedicated to resale of antique and gently used items. Interested in becoming a vendor?  Book your table space by contacting the Arts and Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104. 531-2895; 611-143-531-2895

Grapes and Graffiti at Tavern on the Rock: Join us for an unforgettable evening of friends, wine, beer, and painting, hosted by the Arts and Crafts program at Tavern on the Rock.  This adult only gathering is open to ID cardholder age 18 and above.  $35 per person covers all supplies for painting.  Beverages may be purchased separately from Tavern on the Rock. Dec. 13.  Please register at least 2 days in advance in person or by phone at the Baumholder Arts and Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104. 531-2895; 611-143-531-2895.