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Graefenstein Castle hosts medieval fest

Graefenstein Castle hosts medieval fest

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Graefenstein Castle near Merzalben will be the stage for a medieval fest today through Sunday. The event, organized by the community of Merzalben and the Historica Vagantis medieval group, will feature knights, vendors, craftsmen, musical entertainment, show fights, fire shows and children’s activities. The medieval group Staufer Vassallen will demonstrate […]

July 20, 2017 ×

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Was ist los? — July 21, 2017

Was ist los? — July 21, 2017

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. Performing arts: Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern: • Closed for summer vacation. The new play season begins with a theater fest Sept. 9. For details, call 0631-3675-209 or visit www.pfalztheater.de. Kammgarn Kaiserslautern: […]

July 20, 2017 ×

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Mark Your Calendar — July 14, 2017

Events The Atlantic Academy will hold a brown bag luncheon as part of their ongoing series of events on entrepreneurship noon to 2 p.m. Thursday at their event location, Lauterstrasse 2 in Kaiserslautern. The luncheon titled “Challenges and Opportunities of Starting a Business in Germany” is for those who are […]

July 13, 2017 ×

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Was ist los? — July 14, 2017

Was ist los? — July 14, 2017

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. Performing arts: Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern: • Closed for summer vacation. The new play season begins with a theater fest Sept. 9. For details, call 0631-3675-209 or visit www.pfalztheater.de. Kammgarn Kaiserslautern: […]

July 13, 2017 ×

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Castle Jazz takes place July 21, 22 in Landstuhl

Castle Jazz takes place July 21, 22 in Landstuhl

by Willi Ningelgen
Unnerhaus Culture Club

The European “Burg Jazz” Music Festival Landstuhl will again fascinate with high quality world musicians performing big band jazz, rock, blues, Dixieland and pop music July 21 and 22. The Unnerhaus Culture Club will present its 20th anniversary jazz festival inside the atmospheric courtyard of Nanstein Castle. The club expects […]

July 13, 2017 ×

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Kaiserslautern holds “Get it all out” street theater festival

Kaiserslautern holds “Get it all out” street theater festival

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Kaiserslautern’s 11th annual street theater festival called “Alles muss raus,” Get it all out, will take place today through Sunday in the city center. The Lebenshilfe Kaiserslautern (an association for disabled persons) will sponsor the event in cooperation with Lebenshilfe Arts and Culture, the city of Kaiserslautern and the Rheinland-Pfalz […]

July 13, 2017 ×

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Man on the street: What is some good advice for newcomers arriving in the Kaiserslautern Military Community?

Man on the street: What is some good advice for newcomers arriving in the Kaiserslautern Military Community?

Interviews and photos by Thomas Warner
contributing writer

Spc. Jasmarie Maldonado “I would explore all your options for travel … don’t just stay in Germany. There are a lot of beautiful, interesting places out there to see.” Maj. Josh Zeldin “Get out amongst the community here and try to blend in so you are not just living among […]

July 6, 2017 ×

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4 great day trips to take in France and Germany

4 great day trips to take in France and Germany

by Azure Hall
contributing writer

Warm summer weather makes the travel bug bite a little harder and fuel the wanderlust in us all. Unfortunately, family and personal responsibilities can prevent people from being able to hop on a plane and get away. One of the many benefits of life in the Kaiserslautern Military Community is […]

July 6, 2017 ×

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Affordable options make Tenerife a popular vacation spot

Affordable options make Tenerife a popular vacation spot

Story and photos by Thomas Warner
contributing writer

The most affordable non-stop flights to Tenerife depart daily from Frankfurt, whisking people away to a destination that both satisfies the craving for a beach and doesn’t take too much of a bite out of one’s wallet. A possession of Spain, Tenerife is the largest of the chain of Canary […]

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Zoos offer getaways  for kids and adults

Zoos offer getaways for kids and adults

by Thomas Warner
contributing writer

There is perhaps no better place to take a child than to a zoo. The animals and natural atmosphere capture the imagination of youngsters who spend time at such a place, however there is viability for adults, too, who seek to find relaxation or enjoy slowing down the pace for […]

July 6, 2017 ×