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Courtesy photoVisitors find handmade items, such as jewelry, at the creative market, which takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Haus des Bürgers in Ramstein-Miesenbach.

Artists present creative works, show off skills

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A pre-Christmas arts and crafts exhibition will take place Saturday and Sunday at the Ramstein-Miesenbach culture and convention center, Haus des Bürgers.

November 13, 2014 ×

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Photo by Stefan LayesPrior to the lantern procession in Ramstein-Miesenbach, a St. Martin’s 
worship service takes place at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Catholic church.

Children walk in lantern processions to honor St. Martin

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Nov. 11 not only marks the beginning of the German carnival season but also St. Martin’s Day. On Tuesday, Germans honor the patron of the poor and friend of the children — St. Martin.

November 6, 2014 ×

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Courtesy photosThe horse awards ceremony at Quirnbach’s horse market starts at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday.

Quirnbach holds horse market, lottery

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Every second Wednesday in November, the village of Quirnbach holds its traditional horse market. The event will include a horse show with awards, vendors, food specialties, musical entertainment and a raffle.

November 6, 2014 ×

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Photos by Senior Airman Jonathan StefankoChildren count candy after trick-or-treating during Trunk-or-Treat Oct. 31 on Ramstein. Trick-or-treaters of all ages attended this year’s Trunk-or-Treat, which included food, movies, games, contests and candy.

Candy, games, fun during Trunk-or-Treat

Photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Stefanko

       

November 6, 2014 ×

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2014 holiday mailing dates

Courtesy of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Postal Operations Branch

The below dates are for mail originating in Europe and destined to locations in the United States. Mail originating in the U.S. and sent to European APO, FPO or DPO addresses use similar mailing dates.

October 30, 2014 ×

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Family members and friends place dried flower bouquets, candles and wreaths on gravesites at German cemeteries Saturday during All Saints Day.

Germans observe religious holidays in November

Story and photo by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

On Saturday, many Germans will visit cemeteries to decorate the gravesites of deceased family members and friends with flowers or wreaths made of fir tree branches, pine cones and dried flowers, and to light candles. They do this because it is “Allerheiligen,” or All Saints Day, a religious holiday for Catholics.

October 30, 2014 ×

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A “Transylvanian” applies makeup before opening night of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” midnight viewing. Cast members acted out the movie while it played on a projector behind them.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Photos by Airman Larissa Greatwood

     

October 30, 2014 ×

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Winter weather driving tips

Courtesy of the 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron

As winter approaches, days shorten and temperatures begin to drop. Service members commuting to work may experience hazardous road conditions brought on by reduced lighting and freezing temperatures.

October 23, 2014 ×

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Photo by Stefan LayesThe center of Ramstein-Miesenbach hosts vendors, exhibitors and musicians from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Ramstein holds Wendelinus market, Oktoberfest

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The last weekend of the month in Ramstein-Miesenbach is always dedicated to “Wendelinusmarkt,” a market featuring vendors, exhibitors, music and food specialties. The market will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in the center of town.

October 23, 2014 ×

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Halloween in the KMC

Trick-or-treaters are invited to come out and enjoy Halloween throughout the Ramstein, Vogelweh and Landstuhl family housing areas Oct. 31.

October 23, 2014 ×
Rates provided courtesy Community Bank