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Castle, wine fest in Wachenheim
The wine growing community of Wachenheim on the German Wine Road, celebrates its castle and wine fest today through Monday and June 19 to 21 at Wachtenburg Castle and in the center of town. For more information, visit www.weinfest-wachenheim.de.

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights – June 12, 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: • “Halka,” a Polish opera by Stanislaw Moniuszko, in German, 7:30 p.m. today, June 23, and July 10 and 18. • “Viel Lärm um nichts,” […]

June 11, 2015 ×

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Various performances take place in Kaiserslautern’s Fruchthalle during the Long Night of Culture on Saturday.

Kaiserslautern sponsors ‘Long Night of Culture’

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Kaiserslautern will sponsor its 14th annual “Long Night of Culture,” Saturday and Sunday. The event will feature more than 100 performances, presentations and displays from more than 500 artists in over 30 different locations including the Pfalztheater, Fruchthalle, SWR studio, Japanese Garden, Museum Pfalzgalerie and Kammgarn.

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Otterberg’s spring fest opens at 7 p.m. Saturday on Kirchplatz in front of the Abbey Church. The Music Association Harmonie from Otterberg will perform followed by the party band Favorits at 8:30 p.m.

Otterberg celebrates spring fest

Since the middle of the 18th century, Otterberg has sponsored its traditional biennial spring fest, in turn with the old town fest. The community will celebrate its upcoming spring fest next to the Abbey Church Saturday through Monday.

June 11, 2015 ×

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Mark Your Calendar – June 5, 2015

Events » A Summer Bazaar featuring a large variety of European vendors selling treasures, paintings, jewelry, wine and more takes place today, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Special Events Center at Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 237. […]

June 4, 2015 ×

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May carnival closes Monday
The “Maikerwe,” the May carnival on the Messeplatz fairgrounds in Kaiserslautern, continues through Monday. More than 140 ride owners and vendors are offering attractions, merchandise, food and drink specialties. The event closes out with a "thank you" fireworks display at 10 p.m. Monday.

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights

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: • “Chopin,” a ballet by Stefano Gianetti, 8 p.m. today, June 19 and 25. • “Everyman,” a rock mystery with the progressive metal band Vanden […]

June 4, 2015 ×

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The beer majesties take part in the fest parade starting at 2 p.m. Sunday in Kirchheimbolanden.

Medieval town celebrates beer fest

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Kirchheimbolanden will host its 15th Kerchemer beer week today through Sunday on the Herrengarten festgrounds, an area next to the county administration office (Kreisverwaltung).

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Mark Your Calendar – May 29, 2015

Events » The Strong Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength Campaign is offering a variety of activities in recognition of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. This Strong B.A.N.D.S Campaign event is for all ages. Attend at least one of these events throughout the month of May, and earn a Strong […]

May 29, 2015 ×

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Old town fest in Freinsheim:
Freinsheim's wine growing community will celebrate its annual “Altstadtfest,” or old town fest, Thursday to June 7. Local vintners and caterers start serving specialties at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, when Germans celebrate Corpus Christi Day. Fest hours are from 6 p.m. to midnight June 5, 11:30 a.m. to midnight June 6, and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. June 7. There will be a diversified musical program featuring jazz, blues, funk, pop and rock. Sunday shopping will be from 1 to 6 p.m. June 7. The center of town will be closed to motorized traffic. Parking is available at the edge of town and the center is within walking distance. For details, visit www.stadt-freinsheim.de.

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights – May 29, 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: • “Rigoletto,” an opera by Guiseppe Verdi, in Italian, 7:30 p.m. today. • “Viel Lärm um nichts,” a comedy by William Shakespeare, in German, 7:30 […]

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The May carnival offers a wide variety of rides and vendor's booths today through June 8 on Kaiserslautern’s Messeplatz fairgrounds.

May carnival begins today in Kaiserslautern

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Kaiserslautern’s May carnival, “Maikerwe,” will start at 5 p.m. today on the Messeplatz fair-grounds and continue on through June 8. This event is known as the biggest folks fest in West Pfalz.

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Take a Hike: A Guide to Volksmarching in your area – May 22, 2015

by Donald Seltzer Contributing writer

The Kaiserslautern Military Community’s monthly volksmarching feature.

May 21, 2015 ×