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German and American guests attend an entrepreneur workshop in the Atlantic Academy in Kaiserslautern.

Atlantic Academy avenue to building German, American bonds

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The city of Kaiserslautern and the surrounding region host the largest American military community outside of the United States. That’s why in 1996, the state government of Rheinland-Pfalz founded a unique institution here that promotes German-American relations, the Atlantic Academy.

October 8, 2015 ×

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Mark Your Calendar – Oct. 2, 2015

Events » October is Anti-Bullying Month. During the month of October, Rheinland-Pfalz Library encourages patrons to write down, anonymously or not, their feelings on bullying and what they would say to a bully if given the opportunity. The library will display all responses inside the front entrance to show the effects […]

October 1, 2015 ×

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Winnweiler holds October market
Winnweiler celebrates its October market with a carnival and an entertaining program Saturday through Monday. The carnival site on Schlossplatz with rides and vendors opens at 2 p.m. Saturday.  The official opening with tapping the first keg of beer is at 6:30 p.m. near the fountain in front of the museum. A Bavarian evening with party band begins at 7 p.m. in the Festhaus. Tickets cost €7. The fest parade with numerous walking groups, floats and bands start at 2 p.m. Sunday. Stores open 2 to 6 p.m. On Monday, October market closes out in Schlossstrasse and in restaurants at Marktplatz. For details, visit www.winnweiler.de.

Was ist los? KMC Cultural Highlights – Oct 2, 2015

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.

October 1, 2015 ×

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The farmers market will present animals Sunday in Ramstein-Miesenbach.

Farmers market highlights regional, fresh products

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Public Affairs

The village of Ramstein-Miesenbach and the Rheinland-Pfalz Agricultural Chamber will sponsor its 19th annual farmers’ market Sunday in Ramstein-Miesenbach.

October 1, 2015 ×

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A brewers market will be set up around the Nanstein Castle where participants can enjoy beer and culinary treats while listening to music Saturday and Sunday

First culinary hike, brewers market takes place in Landstuhl

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The first culinary beer hike with brewers market will take place Saturday and Sunday in Landstuhl.

October 1, 2015 ×

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Mark Your Calendar – Sept. 25, 2015

Events » Donate to the 2015 Combined Federal Campaign and improve the quality of life in the KMC, open through Nov. 20. Donations made to the Family Support and Youth Program go directly to CFC’s installation to fund local programs. To donate, visit www.cfcoverseas.org or contact your unit representative. » An Operation […]

September 25, 2015 ×

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Wine village opens in Neustadt
The annual wine harvest fest in Neustadt/German Wine Street starts today with the opening of the wine village consisting of little framework houses across from the train station. Visitors can taste new wine and Palatinate food specialties including onion cake, liver dumplings and saumagen. The wine harvest fest with a carnival takes place Oct. 2 to Oct. 12. The big vintner's parade is scheduled for 2 p.m. Oct. 11. For more information, visit www.neustadt.eu.

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights – Sept. 25, 2015

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 25, 2015 ×

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Regional farmers and vendors will offer their merchandise Sunday during the fifth North Palatinate Farmers Market in Schneckenhausen.

Farmers market takes place in Schneckenhausen

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The fifth North Palatinate Farmers Market will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday in Schneckenhausen. Regional farmers and vendors will present high-quality items at about 50 stands. The event will also feature a tractor display and thresher demonstration.

September 24, 2015 ×

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The culinary walk will lead hikers through the vineyards near Freinsheim. The walk starts tonight and continues Saturday and Sunday.

Culinary hike in Freinsheim leads through vineyards

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The wine growing community of Freinsheim will offer its annual culinary hike along its wine hiking trail today through Sunday.

September 24, 2015 ×

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Mark Your Calendar – Sept. 18, 2015

Events » Donate to the 2015 Combined Federal Campaign and Improve the quality of life in the KMC, open Sept. 21 through Nov. 20. Donations made to the Family Support and Youth Program go directly to CFC’s installation to fund local programs. To donate, visit www.cfcoverseas.org or contact your unit representative. […]

September 17, 2015 ×