Mark Your Calendar – Sept. 30, 2016

Events

» Join the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program for the Purple Gala to raise awareness about domestic violence. This year’s theme is “All people working together can end domestic abuse.” Speak up and be part of the solution. The event will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 21 at Armstrong’s Club on Vogelweh Housing, Bldg. 1036. Come together for a great cause, hear inspirational speeches by local representatives and wear purple to promote domestic violence awareness. Semiformal dress is required, no military uniforms. Free tickets are available through ACS in Kaiserslautern by calling 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000 and ACS in Baumholder by calling 531-2850 or 0611-143-531-2850. Child care will be available through the Landstuhl Child Development Center Parents’ Night Out for $16 per child. Space is limited; register in advance. For more information, visit www.kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

» The Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Holiday Bazaar will take place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 5, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Special Events Center on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 237. This is the perfect opportunity to get your shopping finished before the holidays. Enjoy a variety of treasures from various European vendors, including wine, cheese, antique furniture, Polish pottery, paintings, candles, ornaments and much more. For more information, call 493-4106 or 0631-3406-4106.

KMC Onstage

KMC Onstage is located in Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. For more information, contact Eric Danzeiser at 483-6252 or 0631-411-6252 or via email at eric.e.danzeiser.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 “The Addams Family Musical”: 7 p.m. Oct. 21, 22, 28 and 29 and Nov. 4 and 5; and 3 p.m. Oct. 23 and 30 and Nov. 6. Advance ticket reservations are recommended

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.

» ’80s Night: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 22. Celebrate the best hip-hop and rhythm and blues hits from the ’80s. Enjoy a live DJ, specials and dancing.

» Halloween Costume Party: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Oct. 29. Get into the spirit of Halloween with a costume party! Enjoy a live DJ playing the hottest hits, dance the night away and wear your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a cash prize.

» A Taste of Germany: 5 p.m. every Monday at Castello’s Snack Bar inside of Armstrong’s Club. Indulge in traditional and delicious German meals for $5 per plate. The meals vary each week; menus available at www.kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

» 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 Saturdays: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. every first and third Saturday of the month.

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.

» 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 Bingo: 3 p.m. every Sunday. Doors open at 1 p.m. Bingo packs start at $30. Prizes will be based upon participation. Play the progressive game for a chance to win up to $10,000.

Jobs

» USA Jobs Workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon today on Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 8280. 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 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

» The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Job Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 18 at Kazabra Club on Vogelweh, Bldg. 2057. This job fair will allow job seekers to make contact with employers who have positions to fill. Department of Defense contractors and government agencies will be present. There will be a special Military Spouse Preference Briefing given by Air Force Civilian Personnel Advisory Center at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Army Community Service at 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

Support Groups

» Expectant Parent Orientation is held from 8:30 to 11 a.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the Landstuhl Learning Center, Bldg. 3718. Join New Parent Support Program and many community counterparts to receive great information about pregnancy and newborns. No registration required. For more information, call 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

» A breastfeeding support group meets every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Join other moms and dads for this informational class about breastfeeding, sleeping and normal newborn behavior. Class meets at Rheinland-Pfalz Library in Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810. For details and to enroll, call Army Community Service at 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

» 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 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

» Single Parent Support Group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of every month. Join Family Advocacy Program for this educational class to examine services and tools that will aid in successful parenting. Feel free to bring a lunch. Class meets in Halftime Sports Bar, Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780. For more information and to enroll, call 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

Meetings

» Walk and Talk meets from 11 a.m. to noon the third Friday of every month. Stimulate your body and your mind. Join Army Community Service to walk and talk it off. Locations vary. For more information, call ACS at 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

» An Emergency Placement Care informational meeting takes place from 1 to 2 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month on Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3210. 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 ACS at 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

» An Exceptional Family Member Program playgroup meets from 10 a.m. to noon the first and third Wednesday of every month at Vogelweh Community Center, Bldg. 2059. This playgroup is a great way for parents of toddlers to get to know each other and teach their children to interact with others. Open to nonschool-aged children with special needs. For more information, call Army Community Service at 483-9000 or 0631-411-9000.

Baumholder Events

» Host Nation Orientation will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the ITC building on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8660. This class is mandatory for Soldiers, but spouses are welcome to attend. Learn about German culture and customs in this hands-on, community-oriented program. Bring Euro for lunch. No military uniforms. For more information, call Army Community Services at 531-2850 or 0611-143-531-2850.

» Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation is offering free vehicle safety checks as part of the Winter Safety Day event from 1 to 7 p.m. Oct. 12. Mechanics will spend a minimum of 10 minutes per vehicle and review all components to ensure that your vehicle can properly pass an inspection and to better prepare you for winter driving. Open to ID cardholders with a U.S. Army Europe-plated vehicle. No registration is required, just swing by Automotive Skills Center with your vehicle for a free safety check. For more information, contact Automotive Skills Center on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8438, at 485-6344 or 06783-6-6344.

» The Book Buddies program takes place from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. The program helps children improve their literacy skills by teaming up with a dog to read books. The dogs are registered volunteer animals that have been trained and are great listeners. Open to children ages 5 to 12 years old. To reserve a time, contact Baumholder Library on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8332, at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841.

» Trivia Night is held every Thursday at Tavern on the Rock on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085. Compete solo or in a group and test your trivia skills for a chance to win a prize. Trivia begins at 7 p.m. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. For more information, contact 531-2890 or 0611-143-531-2890.

» Wiggles and Giggles meets from 1 to 3 p.m. every Monday and 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every Wednesday at the Army Community Service building on Clinic Kaserne, Bldg. 8747. Parents with children ages 5 and under are invited to come and play. This Family Advocacy Program playgroup is a great way to make new friends and learn more about the community. No registration required. For more information, contact 531-2850 or 0611-143-531-2850.