Community Events – July 4, 2025

Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate America’s birthday at Minick Field on Smith Barracks in Baumholder on Friday, July 4 starting at 4 p.m. The event will showcase live music from Jörg Sanders & Friends and Groove Colour, a car show, food trucks, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks display. Bring your picnic blanket to Minick Field and enjoy the festivities with family and friends. Don’t miss this unforgettable Independence Day celebration! Find out more on baumholder.armymwr.com.

Independence Day Fest: Bench Press & Farmers Carry Competitions

The Family and MWR Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics program is hosting a Bench Press at 4:30 p.m., and a Farmers Carry at 5:30 p.m. as part of the Independence Day on the Rock celebrations on July 4th on Minick Field on Smith Barracks. Gold medal and T-shirt will be awarded to the first-place male and female in both events. Events are for participants who are 18 years old and older. Registration for both events is onsite at 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

“Adventures Begin Here” at Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor Recreation is thrilled to invite you to an exhilarating event on Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks. This free event serves as an opportunity to showcase tons of information about excursions and programs that Outdoor Recreation offers. There will be contests with amazing prizes, interactive equipment display, fun activities for all ages, dog obedience training and community engagement. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Scuba Certification for Baumholder BOSS Soldiers

Registration for the Scuba Certification Class for Baumholder BOSS Soldiers is now to Thursday, July 31. There are only 10 slots available. The class is Saturday, Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Edingen-Neckarhausen. To register, call 531-2914 or 0611435312914, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Use your Voice: Submit ideas to Improve your Community

Individuals can make a difference in the lives of Army Families by submitting issues for the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz fiscal year 2026 Army Family Action Plan conference. Army Family Action Plan provides Soldiers, Army Civilians, Family members, Survivors, and Retirees a voice by Identifying quality of life and readiness issues for Army Senior Leadership resolution. Issues can be submitted now until Sep. 15 online through the Army Family Web Portal at https://ims.armyfamilywebportal.com by clicking on the QR code which leads to a MS form that only takes a few minutes to complete. For more information, email usarmy.rheinland-pfalz.id-europe.mbx.garrison-acs@army.mil.

SOS Survivor Support Group

The Army Community Service Survivor Outreach Services hosts a SOS Survivor Support Group second Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. in Building 3820 (next to the Thrift Shop), second floor conference room on Landstuhl Post. Registration is required and must be done by 2 p.m. the day of the meeting by calling the ACS front desk at 531-2863/2851 or 0611-143-531-2863/2851. This is an ongoing monthly support group for surviving family members of deceased active duty service members.

National Bowling Day

Celebrate National Bowling Day Saturday, Aug. 9 from 2 to 10 p.m. at the Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. It’s a day to celebrate the sport of bowling and encourage people of all ages and abilities to participate. Patrons can enjoy unlimited bowling all day for just $10 and $1.50 for shoes. Bowlers can reserve a lane in advance by calling the bowing center at 531-2831 or 0611-143-531-2831. w

SKIES Gymnastics

Enrollment is now open for SKIES Unlimited gymnastics for ages 1 to 18 in the Kaiserslautern Community. Visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and click on the WebTrac link for class times, dates and fees by age group. Open to all ID card holders from all branches of service. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

July to September Trip Schedules Available

The Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for July to September are available under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability. Travelers now can sign up and pick up at both locations. For questions, please call Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401 or Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 541-5654 or 0611-143-541-5654.

SKIES Soccer Summer Camps and Classes

Register your child now for SKIES Unlimited Soccer Summer Camps and Classes for youth ages 2 to 16 now to July 18.  To find out camp and classes dates, times, locations and how to register, visit webtrac.mwr.army.mil. Another resource is visiting Parent Central Services, Room 123 in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or calling them at 541-9065/66/67 or 06-1114-3541-9065/66/67, or visiting kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Parent Central Services is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SKIES Irish Dance Classes

Register your child now for SKIES Unlimited Irish Dance Classes for ages 4 to 18 at the SKIES Bldg. 3819 on Landstuhl Post. Summer camps are currently offered for the following dates: July 8 to 31, Tuesday to Thursday. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services.  For enrollments, more information, registration for Irish Dance, visit webtrac.mwr.army.mil or call Parent Central Services at 541-9065/66/67 or 061-143-541-9065/66/67. Parent Central Service is in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. 

Sembach Fall Cheer Program

Registration for the Sembach Fall Cheer Program is now until July 15, or when slots are full. The camp is offered for ages 8 to 12 on Sembach Kaserne. Cost is $65 & up. A Sports Physical, good through Nov. 15, is required. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Room 123 in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 541-9065/66/67 or 06-1114-3541-9065/66/67, or visit https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Parent Central Services is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Baumholder & Kaiserslautern Unit Level Flag Football

Registration for the 2025 Baumholder Intramural Sports Unit Level Flag Football Season for Soldiers is now until July 15. The season starts July 21 and ends Sep. 25. Letter of intent is available at the Hall of Champions, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, and Kleber Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 3234 & 3235 on Kleber Kaserne. A mandatory coaches meeting is on July 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hall of Champions and KAD Field in Kaiserslautern. Civilian ID Card Holders can play, but they can’t advance to the IMCOM-E Championships. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com and Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

SKIES Driver’s Education

SKIES Unlimited is offering Driver’s Education for ages 15 to 18. Registration now open. Cost is $350. Classes are July 14 to 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Course includes 45 credit hours, theory and driver simulator training. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services.  For enrollments, more information, registration for Driver’s Education,  visit webtrac.mwr.army.mil or call Parent Central Services at 541-9065/66/67 or 061-143-541-9065/66/67. Parent Central Service is in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.

Youth Fall Sports Enrollments

Youth Sports Fall enrollments are now to July 11, or until teams are full. Sports offered are: Pom Dance, Soccer, Flag Football, Cheer, Volleyball, Cross Country and Tackle Football. Cost is $65 and up. Minimum age requirements vary by sports. A Sports Physical good through Nov. 15 is required. Register on WebTrac or by visiting Parent Central Services, Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg.162, or by calling 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067. Walk-Ins are welcome on Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m.

Baumholder Library “A Good Yarn”

The Baumholder Library offers “A Good Yarn” for crafters ages 15 and older every second Wednesday of the month from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. The next one will be July 9. This is an opportunity for crafters to gather, chat and work on individual crafting projects. It’s BYOCP (Bring Your Own Crafting Projects) and a good vibe. For more information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841.

Thursday Night Comedy Show

From Slovenia, Anja Woot headlines the Thursday Comedy Show July 17 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Featured comedians are Mari Volar, a powerhouse on the European Comedy Circuit, and Joe Esch, from Pittsburgh, Pa. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are $15 at the door.  Payment can be made with credit and debit cards or U.S dollars. Euros are not accepted. Customers can reserve seating for $12 a person when they call ahead at 541-9100 or 0611-143-541-9100 Monday thru Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

RECURRING EVENTS

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Families are invited to join the 1,000 Books before Kindergarten on-line program at the Landstuhl Library. The program is available to all families with children between the ages of birth and five years. Register on Beanstack: https://rheinland-pfalz.beanstack.com/reader365. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Family & MWR Room Rentals

The Family and MWR Business Operation Division has a list of available rooms to rent in the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern military communities. A listing of these rooms and fees are posted on baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Register with Landstuhl Youth Center

The Landstuhl Youth Center is a facility for youth in grades 6th-12th that offers a wide range of programs and activities Monday through Friday, after school. This free program is available to youth who have a military affiliation in Germany. Homeschooled youth, and youth who attend either a German or DODEA school are welcome to join. Reach out to LYC for details at 06371-86-8658 or 486-8658 or via email at RLPLYC@army.mil.

Sports Officials and Scorekeepers Wanted

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Intramural sports program is looking for sports officials and scorekeepers. If interested, contact DSN 493-2087 or 531-2924, or 0631-3406-2087 or 0611-143-531-2924.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club

The new open sessions of free beginner dance lessons is every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. The focus is Country Two Step, Swing and Line Dance. Ten other styles are also available upon request. No experience necessary. Next session is July 9 to Aug. 6. Wear smooth bottom shoes. Rubber-soled athletic shoes are not ideal for dancing. No other requirements. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115.