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Fire-eaters, jugglers and musicians will perform at the medieval market in Matzenbach Saturday and Sunday.

Matzenbach displays life in the Middle Ages

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

For the fifth time, the community of Glan-Muenchweiler will sponsor a medieval market Saturday and Sunday in Matzenbach.

August 21, 2015 ×

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Car-free event day in Appelbachtal
The road from Würzweiler, northeast of Rockenhausen, to Pfaffen-Schwabenheim, Bad Kreuznach county, in the valley called Appelbachtal will close to motorized traffic Sunday for a car-free family day. Bikers, hikers and skaters can enjoy the 30 km car-free route from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Restaurants, associations and institutions in the villages along that road will offer culinary specialties, regional wines, live music and displays. Children can jump on bouncy castles, go on pony rides and get their faces painted. Participants can also explore churches and historical sites such as the castle ruins in Neu-Bamberg. For details, visit www.vgvkh.de.

Was ist Los – KMC Cultural Highlights – Aug. 14, 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. Performing arts: Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern: • Summer break continues to Sept. 1. A theater fest starts the new play season on Sept. 12. For details, call 0631-3675-209 or visit www.pfalztheater.de. […]

August 14, 2015 ×

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Mark Your Calendar – Aug. 14, 2015

Events » The Back to School Exceptional Family Member Program Fest will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 3 at Pulaski Park. The fest will include free food, games and face-painting. The event is designed for families with special needs and professionals that work with EFMP families; open to […]

August 14, 2015 ×

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Using public transportation in Germany

Courtesy of the Herald Union Archive U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden

Traveling around Germany on public transportation can be a bit overwhelming at first, but with a little practice you can become comfortable with the system.

August 13, 2015 ×

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Visitors admire the elephants at Tierpark Hagenbeck.

Hamburg zoo and aquarium

by Karl Weisel U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Marketing Office

No trip to northern Germany is complete without a stop to the bustling harbor city of Hamburg. Home to a rich array of museums, a bustling fish market and intriguing historical landmarks, Hamburg attracts international visitors from far and wide.

August 13, 2015 ×

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Barbecue grill safety, outdoor cooking precautions

by U.S. Army Installation Management Command

According to the Barbecue Industry Association, 66 million Americans cook outdoors regularly, and a number of them are treated in emergency rooms for injuries related to charcoal, propane and wood-burning grills. Outdoor cooking injuries can be avoided by observing the following safety precautions.

August 13, 2015 ×

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Healthy grilling

by Giovanna Reyes-Alexander Public Health Command Region-Europe

The smell of barbecue continues to linger through the air during the summer months. Before you fire up the grill this year, consider what options you might have to make it a healthy, as well as satisfying fun experience.

August 13, 2015 ×

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Was ist Los - KMC Cultural Highlights - Aug. 7, 2015

Was ist Los – KMC Cultural Highlights – Aug. 7, 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. Performing arts: Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern: • Summer break continues to Sept. 1. A theater fest starts the new play season on Sept. 12. For more information, call 0631-3675-209 or visit […]

August 6, 2015 ×

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Knights groups present show fights during the medieval fest on Gräfenstein Castle today through Sunday.

Gräfenstein Castle hosts medieval fest

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Gräfenstein Castle near Merzalben will be the stage for a medieval fest today through Sunday. The event will feature musical entertainment, juggling, knight fights, fire shows, craftsmanship presentations and children’s activities.

August 6, 2015 ×

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The three-day long residence fest in Kichheimbolanden closes out with a fireworks display at 10:30 p.m. Monday.

Kirchheimbolanden celebrates summer fest

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Kirchheimbolanden will celebrate its 65th annual “Residenzfest,” residence fest, under the motto “three summer days in the little residence” from Saturday to Monday. The summer fest will feature live music, dance performances, culinary specialties and regional wines along medieval walls, gates and towers.

August 6, 2015 ×