Archive for September, 2016

Lifestyle

Germany celebrates Unification Day Monday

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Germany will observe Unification Day Monday. Each year, on Oct. 3, stores, banks and official institutions are closed since it is a legal holiday throughout Germany.

September 29, 2016 ×

News

Brig. Gen. Richard G. Moore Jr., 86th Airlift Wing commander, speaks to a group of local national employees and 21 new apprentices who were hired through Ramstein’s recently revived apprenticeship program Sept. 16 on Ramstein. Ramstein’s apprenticeship program mirrors the German vocational system and provides practical hands-on skills as well as classroom education for young adults.

Ramstein welcomes new apprentices

Story and photo by Tech Sgt. Sara Keller 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Ramstein welcomed 21 new local national apprentices after being hired through the installation’s recently revived apprenticeship program Sept. 16.

September 29, 2016 ×

Sports

Sports Shorts – Sept. 23, 2016

New mountain bike trail Landstuhl officials will officially open the new mountain bike trail called “Landstuhl — Tour 6” at 10 a.m. Sunday near Nanstein Castle. Mountain bike guide Achim Perabo will then offer a short 17-km guided tour from the castle to Bann, where participants can stop at the […]

September 22, 2016 ×

Schools

School Notes – Sept. 23, 2016

Thomas the Tank Engine program Join Rheinland-Pfalz Library in Landstuhl for the Thomas the Tank Engine program from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. The event will have fun Thomas the Tank Engine activities, crafts, stories and more. The program is open to all ages; no registration required. For more […]

September 22, 2016 ×

News

Community Corner – Sept. 23, 2016

Airman & Family Readiness Center For more information or to sign up for a class, call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 480-5100. MONDAY » Transition GPS Workshop: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., A&FRC » Ramstein Spouses Orientation: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., A&FRC TUESDAY » Transition GPS Workshop: 7:30 a.m. to […]

September 22, 2016 ×

News

Hispanic Heritage Month: Embracing, Enabling, Enriching America

According to Vintage 2015 Population Estimates, the Hispanic population of the United States was 56.6 million as of July 1, 2015, accounting for 17.6 percent of the U.S. Population. For more information, visit www.census.gov. 86th Airlift Wing’s Hispanic Heritage Month events • Through Oct. 10: Coloring contest for children 10 and […]

September 22, 2016 ×

Lifestyle

Mark Your Calendar – Sept. 23, 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. […]

September 22, 2016 ×

Lifestyle

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‘Men in black’ perform in Landstuhl
The culture and convention center Stadthalle Landstuhl presents “Let the Good Times Roll,” a music show, at 7:30 p.m. today. The Three Men in Black and their band perform soul and rock ‘n’ roll hits from four centuries with funny choreography. Tickets cost €23, €28 and €32. For more information, call Stadthalle Landstuhl at 06371-92340 or visit www.stadthalle-landstuhl.de.

Was ist los? KMC Cultural Highlights – Sept. 23, 2016

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The following is a list of performances and events happening in the KMC and nearby locations. Dates are subject to change.

September 22, 2016 ×

Lifestyle

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Numerous hikers enjoy eating and drinking breaks during the culinary wine hike taking place today through Sunday in Freinsheim.

Vintners offer specialties at culinary wine hike in Freinsheim

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The wine season is soon to end and the grape harvest is in full gear. This is when the wine growing community of Freinsheim sponsors its annual culinary wine hike. The hike will be held today to Sunday.

September 22, 2016 ×

Lifestyle

Farm fest highlights pumpkins, arts, crafts

Farm fest highlights pumpkins, arts, crafts

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The traditional Hitscherhof farm fest will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Regional farmers will offer fresh agricultural products such as fruit, vegetables, potatoes, meat, cheese, wurst, bread, noodles, wine and juices.

September 22, 2016 ×
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