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Gartenschau celebrates
The Gartenschau Kaiserslautern will conduct an ecumenical service at 11 a.m. Sunday to observe the 11th anniversary of the willow church. A barrel organ concert featuring everything from Baroque to rock music will follow at 1 p.m. The band PirmJam will entertain the audience in Neumühlepark with a diversified music program at 2:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.gartenschau-kl.de.

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: • “Irrelohe,” an opera by Franz Schreker, in German, 7:30 p.m. today. • “Everyman,” a rock mystery with the progressive metal band Vanden Plas, 7:30 […]

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Each year on Ascension Day, the Kolping family sponsors a family fest at the Zillertal barbecue hut in Landstuhl.

Germans celebrate Father’s Day on Ascension Day

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Thursday, Germans ob-serve a religious holiday, “Christi Himmel-fahrt,” or Ascension Day. It is a legal holiday throughout Germany, which means stores, public offices and banks are closed.

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Ramstein-Miesenbach participates in the 2014 Neuwied state fair parade with a float to demonstrate that they will be the host this year.

Ramstein-Miesenbach hosts state fest

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The 32nd Rheinland-Pfalz State Fair will take place June 26 to 28 in Ramstein-Miesenbach. Cities and union communities of Rheinland-Pfalz, charity organizations, as well as military forces,will participate in the fair to demonstrate who they are and what they have to offer.

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Mother’s Day time to pamper

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Sunday is Mother’s Day and in many countries, children pamper their mothers by making breakfast, giving flowers, cards and gifts. They also tend to be on their best behavior the entire day.

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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 — Separatees: 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 » USAJobs workshop: 1 to 3 p.m., […]

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Mark Your Calendar – May 1, 2015

Events » Landstuhl Library hosts its 2nd Annual Star Wars Art Contest Celebration Monday. Celebrate Star Wars Day at the library and then submit your best Star Wars creation for a chance to win a Star Wars themed gift basket. Submissions will be accepted today through May 30. Open to all […]

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Trace Adkins jams with the lead guitarist in his band during a USO concert for members of the KMC April 20 on Ramstein.

Trace Adkins visits Ramstein

Photos by Airman 1st Class Tryphena Mayhugh
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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: • “Viel Lärm um nichts,” a comedy by William Shakespeare, in German, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 16, 26 and 30, and 6 p.m. May […]

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The mineral fair in Freisen displays various minerals, gem stones and jewelry 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday in the local town hall.

Mineral club holds fair in Freisen

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affair

The Freisen Mineral Club will sponsor its annual mineral fair 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the town hall (Buchwaldhalle), in Freisen.

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Nanstein Castle in Landstuhl is the stage for the castle event days Thursday through May 10.

Landstuhl celebrates legendary castle event days

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The state of Rheinland-Pfalz named 2015 the Sickingen Year. Landstuhl, known as the Sickingen city, with its popular Nanstein Castle and its rich history dating back to Sir Franz of Sickingen, sets the perfect stage for the legendary castle event days beginning Thursday through May 10.

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