Kaiserslautern American - July 21, 2023

521 AMOW hosts Mobility Rodeo

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The 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing hosted its first Mobility Rodeo at Ramstein Air Base, July 11-12, for nearly 120 U.S. and Dutch mobility professionals across the U.S., Europe and the Middle East.

The Mobility Rodeo coincided with the wing’s 15th anniversary and tested mobility Airmen, including a Royal Netherlands Air Force team and Polish observers, on Ready Airman Training, aerial port and functional aircraft maintenance tasks over the course of two days to enhance home-station and deployed readiness.

“The Mobility Rodeo is an extension of the traditional Port Dawg Rodeo,” said U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Virginia Walsh, Mobility Rodeo boss and 721st Aerial Port Squadron Combat Readiness and Resources Flight commander. “As the air transportation hub in See MOBILITY RODEO, Page 2

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Mobility Rodeo

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 305th Maintenance Group, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, push a B-2 maintenance stand during the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing’s Mobility Rodeo at Ramstein Air Base, July 12. An objective of the

is to enhance the readiness and lethality of mobility Airmen, and to build teamwork and trust across mobility units, helping to maintain air superiority and deliver rapid global mobility anytime, anywhere. Photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro

Staff Sgt. Megan Beatty 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing

MOBILITY RODEO from Page 1

Europe, we interact a lot with our allies and partners which we have seen in recent global contingencies. Extending the rodeo to them shows the interconnectedness we have [as NATO allies].”

Rodeos, traditionally called Port Dawg Rodeos, date back more than 60 years and provide a venue for friendly competition between aerial port Airmen in addition to certifying them on occupational tasks. This year, the 521st AMOW has evolved the event to include 25 teams from 13 different bases with Airmen spanning aerial port, maintenance, command and control, contingency response and vehicle readiness career fields.

The 521st AMOW hosted the 2022 Port Dawg Rodeo one year prior at Ramstein AB with 10 teams.

“This Rodeo in particular happens to fall on our 15th anniversary so there is an obvious connection to our heritage,” said Col. Dan Cooley, 521st AMOW commander. “Sixty-six years ago is when Rodeos started and we are continuing to honor that tradition.”

Rodeo participants were tested on their Ready Airman Training skill-sets, such as Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Training; Tactical Combat Casualty Care; and a 436th Security

Participating Teams:

“All the teams here are focused on being war-ready Airman, which is a great tie to Mobility Guardian,” Cooley said. “It is incredibly important to include our allies and partners in events like these. Together, they are learning tactics, techniques and procedures because Mobility Guardian, much like a future potential conflict, does not confine to the lines on a map.”

Mobility Guardian 2023 is Air Mobility Command’s premier exercise demonstrating the command’s capability to quickly mobilize and deploy forces, despite kinetic and non-kinetic attack and disruption, to sustain a high-intensity joint force operational tempo.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 728th Air Mobility Squadron, Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, look over instructions for a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft tire change during the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing’s Mobility Rodeo at Ramstein Air Base, July 12. The 521st AMOW had teams representing each geographically separated unit across Europe and the Middle East and achieved Exercise Mobility Guardian 2023 training objectives during the event. Mobility Guardian 2023 is one of Air Mobility Command’s premier exercises that demonstrates the command’s capability to quickly mobilize and deploy forces, despite kinetic and non-kinetic attack and disruption, to sustain a high-intensity Joint Force operational tempo.

Forces Squadron Phoenix Ravens endurance course during the first day.

“The Rodeo is something we want to put our best effort toward and see if we can compete at the level the Air Force wants us to compete,” said Senior Airman Joshua Hodge, 728th Air Mobility Squadron avionics maintenance technician from Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye. “Our team is hoping to at

least place [first, second or third] this year. This competition demonstrates the Air Force’s ability to come together from all across the globe to come together in one location and demonstrate our technical, physical and mental abilities.”

Hodge’s team, the Olympians, went on to place third place in the Ready Airman Training and aircraft maintenance events.

The teams then focused on

• 721st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Ramstein Air Base - 2nd place for maintenance events

• 721st Aerial Port Squadron, Ramstein Air Base - 1st place for aerial port events

• 721st Mobility Support Squadron, Ramstein Air Base

• 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron, Ramstein Air Base

• 435th Contingency Response Group, Ramstein Air Base

• 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron, Ramstein Air Base

• 603rd Air Operations Center, Ramstein Air Base

• 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England

• 727th Air Mobility Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England

• 726th Air Mobility Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base

their specific career field tasks on day two. These events included a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft nose tire change, 10K forklift obstacle course, pallet build up and more. The 521st AMOW was able to use the Rodeo as more than an opportunity to host the friendly competition and celebrate the wing’s anniversary. The Rodeo also served as a certifying event for Exercise Mobility Guardian 2023.

The 305th Aerial Port Squadron from Joint Base McGuire-DixLakehurst, New Jersey, earned first place for the first day of Ready Airman Training events. The 725th Air Mobility Squadron from Naval Station Rota, Spain, earned first place during the maintenance events on day two, while the 721st APS took home the trophy for the aerial port events.

Events like the 521st AMOW Mobility Rodeo demonstrate the readiness and lethality of mobility Airmen and strengthen their ability to perform the Rapid Global Mobility mission to project, connect, maneuver and sustain the Joint Force.

• 728th Air Mobility Squadron, Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye - 2nd place for Ready Airmen Training events (728th AMS Aerial Port) - 3rd place for Ready Airmen Training events (728th AMS Maintenance) - 3rd place for maintenance events

• 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar

• 724th Air Mobility Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy - 2nd place for aerial port events

• 725th Air Mobility Squadron, Naval Station Rota, Spain - 1st place for maintenance events

• 940th Squadron, Airbase Eindhoven, Netherlands

• 62nd Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

• 305th Maintenance Squadron, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey

• 305th Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey - 1st place for Ready Airmen Training events - 3rd place for aerial port events

• 621st Contingency Response Group, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey

• 89th Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 721st Mobility Support Squadron, located on Ramstein Air Base, complete the 436th Security Forces Squadron’s Ravens endurance course during the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing’s Mobility Rodeo, at Ramstein AB, July 11. The 521st AMOW has hosted traditional Port Dawg Rodeos in the past but has expanded to include Ready Airman Training skill-sets such as Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Training; Tactical Combat Casualty Care; and a 436th SFS Ravens endurance course..

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 621st Contingency Response Group, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, load a vehicle into a C-130J Super Hercules during the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing’s Mobility Rodeo at Ramstein Air Base, July 12. This year, the 521st AMOW incorporated international teams from the Royal Netherlands Air Force and observers from the Polish air force in the event. Training with allies allows familiarization with each other’s processes to provide coordinated support during peacetime and crisis. Photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner

U.S. Air Force Airmen participating in the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing’s Mobility Rodeo, gather with their teammates before beginning the knowledge test at Ramstein Air Base, July 12. Teams nominated one of their members to complete a knowledge based test on Ready Airman Training objectives and their respective maintenance or aerial port functions.

Members of the 940th Squadron, Royal Netherlands Air Force, perform a litter carry while under a simulated attack using water balloons during the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing’s Mobility Rodeo at Ramstein Air Base, July 11. The 521st AMOW has hosted traditional Port Dawg Rodeos in the past, but has expanded to include Ready Airman Training skill-sets such as Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Training; Tactical Combat Casualty Care; and a 436th Security Forces Squadron Phoenix Ravens endurance course in addition to inviting NATO allies.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Megan M. Beatty

Photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner

Photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro

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Upcoming office closures: The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will be closed on July 27 for a CE event and on Aug. 9 due to Housing Time (Section Specific Training/Admin Time).

The new location is in the second-floor offices located in the back portion of the Hercules Theatre, Bldg 2101. To schedule an appointment, go to https://ramsteinstudio. setmore.com. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-6407/9199

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RAO is in need of a new volunteer director. This position is open to retirees who are interested in a dynamic opportunity to serve our KMC retiree community. Contact the RAO at 86aw/ rao@us.af.mil for more information.

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The U.S. Air Force assisted sister services and joint partners in evacuating around 15,000 American citizens from Lebanon after hostilities began between Israel and Hezbollah militants. This was one of the largest non-combatant evacuation operations in military history and began in July 2006 at USCENTCOM/USEUCOM at Ramstein Air Base.

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Showing our thanks at RAB: Length of service ceremony

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More than 130 German and U.S. civilian honorees received recognition for their dedication of service during a Length of Service ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, July 12.

The honorees’ length of service ranged from 20 to 45 years.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, gave a speech expressing his gratitude and presented the honor-

ees with certificates of appreciation for their service.

“You provide cultural expertise to help us navigate and accomplish our mission,” Jones said. “You train our Airmen, advise commanders, and innovate processes and procedures to ensure we successfully execute our mission each and every day.”

After the ceremony honorees and their family and friends were given a tour of Ramstein Air Base and the flight line, which included a viewing of the inside of a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft.

Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander far left, and Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley, 86th AW chief, far right, pose with honorees at the Length of Service ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, July 13. The honorees pictured were recognized for 40 years of service to the government during the ceremony.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, Dieter Diemer, 86th Civil Engineer squadron contracting officer representative housing inspector, and Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley, 86th AW command chief, pose for a photo at the Length of Service ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, July 13. Diemer was honored for 45 years of service to the government during the ceremony.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, gives remarks while Michael Gannon, 86th Airlift Wing host nation advisor, interprets in German during a Length of Service ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, July 13. The ceremony showed appreciation for German and U.S. employees whose length of service in the government ranged 20 to 45 years.

435th AGOW hosts NCO professional development seminar

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing participate in an ice-breaker activity during a noncommissioned officer professional development seminar at Ramstein Air Base, July 7. The seminar taught attendees skills such as military decision making, critical thinking, team building, setting standards and using lawful orders to become more effective leaders.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing participate in a team-building activity during a noncommissioned officer professional development seminar at Ramstein Air Base, July 7. The activity focused on building attendee’s teamwork and critical thinking skills, allowing them to transfer those skills to their day-to-day job.

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Benjamin Hedden, U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa command chief, speaks to noncommissioned officers during an NCO professional development seminar at Ramstein Air Base, July 7. The seminar taught attendees important leadership skills such as team-building, critical thinking and military decision making to become more effective leaders in their workspaces.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing participate in a team-building activity together during a noncommissioned officer professional development seminar at Ramstein Air Base, July 7. The seminar’s attendees built various leadership skills such as military decision making, critical thinking, team building, setting standards and using lawful orders to improve as NCOs in their work centers.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing ask first sergeants questions about leadership and team building at Ramstein Air Base, July 7. The 435th AGOW hosted a noncommissioned officer professional development seminar in which attendees learned various new skills to become more effective leaders.

Photos by Senior Airman Madelyn Keech

86th CPTS welcomes new commander

(Right) U.S. Air Force Maj. Joshua Mann, 86th Comptroller Squadron commander, renders his first salute during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, June 28. The Airmen assigned to the 86th CPTS rendered their salute as a welcome to Mann as their new squadron commander.

Increasing interoperability of Tactical Airlift units

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, left, passes a guidon to Maj. Joshua Mann, 86th Comptroller Squadron incoming commander, at Ramstein Air Base, June 28. Prior to being stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Mann was an intermediate developmental education student at the 38th Student Squadron at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.

Photos by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Micah Neece, 86th Comptroller Squadron outgoing commander, gives remarks during the 86th CPTS change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, June 28. Neece will be moving on to his next assignment as a financial management officer at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

U.S. Air Force Airmen, assigned to the 435th Contingency Response Group, and U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the 91st Cavalry Regiment, Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr, wait to perform a static line jump over Ramstein Air Base, July 14. Military personnel from the 435th CRG and 91st CR conducted the jump training to track currency and proficiency to ensure an integrated force with tactical abilities.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo

Leaders meet for annual KMC Mayors Forum

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Derek C. France, Third Air Force commander, provides opening comments at a mayor’s forum held in Ramstein, July 7.

Ralf Hechler, Ramstein-Miesenbach mayor, gives closing remarks at a mayor’s forum held in Ramstein, July 7.

U.S. Army Col. Reid Furman, U.S. Army Garrison-Rheinland Pfalz commander, briefs civic leaders at a mayor’s forum held in Ramstein, July 7. Host nation and U.S. military leaders participated in the annual meeting where they discussed future plans, current issues and the importance of their partnership during the annual mayor’s forum.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, speaks with local government officials at a mayor’s forum in Ramstein, July 7. The annual meeting brings together host nation and military leaders from across the Kaiserslautern Military Community to discuss current issues facing the community and provides a space to build strong partnerships.

Photos by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn Oiler 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

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Ramstein hosts German State Sec visit

Photos by Senior Airman Thomas Karol 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, shakes hands with Michael Ebling, State Secretary of Rheinland-Pfalz, during a visit at Ramstein Air Base, July 10. Ebling visited the base to become familiarized with Ramstein’s unique mission and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Germany.

Michael Ebling, State Secretary of Rheinland-Pfalz, center, and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, left, listen to a briefing from U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Vincent Coleman II, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control tower watch supervisor, at Ramstein Air Base, July 10.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, right, shows Michael Ebling, State Secretary of RheinlandPfalz, the flight line at Ramstein Air Base, July 10. As the State Secretary, Ebling manages many different matters in RheinlandPfalz and is involved in the functions of the base and how it affects the local area.

Michael Ebling, State Secretary of Rheinland-Pfalz, center, poses for a photo with U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing Commander, right, and U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Vincent Coleman II, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control tower watch supervisor, at the ATC tower at Ramstein Air Base, July 10. Ebling learned much of the base’s inner workings on his tour and also learned how valuable Ramstein is not only to the U.S. Air Forces’ mission, but to the people of RheinlandPfalz and the surrounding area.

AAFES is this customer’s first choice

by Col. Bud Lacroix 21st Theater Sustainment Command

In my 28 years of service in the United States military, I’ve been a Marine, a Soldier, and a global traveler. I’ve seen the serene landscapes of Japan, experienced the war-torn regions of Iraq and Afghanistan, and walked the historic terrains of Germany and Poland. Amidst these diverse experiences, one constant companion has been the Army & Air Force Exchange Service.

AAFES, our unsung hero, has been more than just a provider of goods and services. It has been a slice of home in foreign lands, a morale booster in challenging times, and a lifeline that bridged the miles between us and our loved ones. Yet, the true depth of AAFES’s impact and the breadth of its support often remain underappreciated.

I want to shed light on the critical role of AAFES, drawing from my personal experiences and those of my comrades. I will explore the history and mission of AAFES, delve into the diverse ways it supports deployed Service Members, and share personal anecdotes that highlight the difference AAFES has made in our lives. I will also examine the challenges AAFES faces and how it navigates these obstacles, all while maintaining its unwavering support for U.S Armed Forces Service Members and families.

Looking toward the future, I will share the ongoing initiatives and potential improvements in AAFES’s support for our deployed heroes. Through these insights, I hope to help others comprehensively understand AAFES’s role as an unseen hero in our military, and highlight its invaluable contribution to our nation’s defense.

Background

AAFES has been steadfast throughout my military career. However, its roots extend far beyond my personal experience, reaching back to the 19th century. Founded on July 25, 1895, when the War Department issued General Order No. 46, AAFES was directed to establish an exchange at every post. This historic mandate marked the inception of what would grow into a global operation, serving military personnel and their families in more than 30 countries, five U.S. territories, and all 50 states.

AAFES is more than just a retailer. It’s a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense. Its dual mission is to provide quality merchandise and services to its customers at competitive prices and generate earnings that supplement military morale, welfare, and recreation programs. This unique model allows AAFES to give

back nearly two-thirds of its profits to the military community.

Throughout my 28 years of service, I’ve witnessed how AAFES continually adapts to meet the changing needs of Service Members. From the bustling PowerZones filled with the latest electronics to the Express locations providing quick essentials, AAFES has always offered comfort and familiarity, no matter where the Army sends me.

Role of AAFES in supporting deployed service members

Transitioning from the general background of AAFES, it’s essential to highlight its specific role in supporting deployed Service Members. When you’re thousands of miles away from home, deployed in unfamiliar territory, even the smallest reminders of home can make a world of difference. This is where AAFES shines. Their mission goes beyond just providing goods and services; they offer a slice of home, a morale boost, and a lifeline that often bridges the miles between us and our loved ones.

AAFES was more than just a place to pick up necessities during my deployments. It was where I could grab a cup of coffee that tasted just like it would back home, pick up a magazine or book to escape into for a while, or find a gift to send back to my family. These moments of normalcy, provided by AAFES, were invaluable amidst the often chaotic and stressful deployment environment.

AAFES plays a crucial role in maintaining the morale of deployed Service Members. They often organize events and activities that provide much-needed entertainment and relaxation. I recall times when AAFES would bring in popular American entertainers for concerts and shows, which were always a big hit among us Service Members.

In addition to supporting me as a Service Member, AAFES also extends support to the families of deployed Service Members. Families can send care packages to their loved ones overseas through their online and catalog services. I can’t overstate the joy and comfort of receiving a package from home filled with your favorite snacks, a new book, or personal care items.

In essence, AAFES is a comforting presence in the often challenging deployment environment, providing not just material goods but emotional support and a connection to home.

Case studies of AAFES support

Throughout my deployments, I’ve had numerous encounters with AAFES that underscored their commitment to supporting Service Members. To illustrate the profound impact AAFES has on our lives while deployed, I’d like to

share a few of these experiences.

One of the most memorable experiences was during Operation Iraqi Freedom-1. I was deployed to Balad, Iraq, as the support operations officer for transportation for the 7th Corps Support Group. In the summer of 2003, I had the unique opportunity to assist in bringing the first AAFES to Balad. This was no small feat given the challenging circumstances, but the importance of providing a touch of home to our Service Members was a powerful motivator. The opening of this AAFES location was a significant morale boost for everyone in the area — I still remember the candy bar and soda I enjoyed.

However, we didn’t stop there. We also laid the groundwork for opening the “Reel Time” Theater in Balad. Although the theater opened two months after I redeployed from Iraq, knowing I had a hand in creating a space where my fellow Service Members could relax and enjoy a movie was incredibly rewarding.

During my time in Afghanistan and Japan, AAFES was a constant presence, providing everything from holiday meals and decorations to a mix of local and American goods. AAFES’s efforts helped lift our spirits and give a sense of normalcy in otherwise challenging environments.

These are just a few examples of how AAFES has supported me and my fellow Service Members during our deployments. Each of these experiences underscores the invaluable role AAFES plays in our lives, providing goods and services and a sense of home and normalcy, no matter where we are in the world.

Challenges and innovative solutions: The AAFES story

The task of providing support to deployed Service Members around the world is not a simple one. AAFES encounters a unique set of challenges in fulfilling its mission, which includes

just a form of currency, but also a form of expression and a memento of service.

Despite the challenges, AAFES remains committed to its mission of serving those who serve our country. Their unwavering dedication is a testament to their role as an unseen hero in our military, providing muchappreciated support to our deployed Service Members.

The future of AAFES and ongoing initiatives

logistical obstacles and the necessity to adapt to the diverse needs of Service Members in various locations.

A significant challenge lies in the logistics of establishing and maintaining AAFES locations in remote and often volatile regions. I had a firsthand experience of this when we set up the first AAFES in Balad, Iraq. The logistics of ensuring the safe transport of goods, creating the necessary infrastructure, and maintaining a steady supply chain in a war zone required meticulous planning and coordination.

Despite these hurdles, AAFES has consistently risen to the occasion, demonstrating remarkable resilience and adaptability. They have devised innovative solutions to these challenges, including robust logistics strategies. By leveraging military transport capabilities, they have established efficient supply chains, ensuring that Service Members can access the goods and services they need, regardless of their deployment location.

One of their most innovative solutions is the introduction of AAFES POGs. These lightweight cardboard discs were introduced as a form of currency in overseas military bases, primarily as a practical solution to the high cost and weight of shipping traditional metal coins.

The first AAFES POGs were introduced in November 2001 at U.S. facilities in Afghanistan. Initially, these POGs were intended to be a temporary fix and carried only basic information identifying their face value. However, over the years, they evolved into something much more significant.

POGs began to feature a variety of designs, transforming from simple currency into collectibles. Some POGs depicted images of troops, aircraft, and even comic book characters. There were even POGs featuring NASCAR drivers, reflecting the diverse interests of our Service Members.

This evolution added a personal touch to the POGs, making them not

As we look towards the future, AAFES continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of Service Members. Their commitment to serving those who serve our country remains steadfast, and they are constantly seeking ways to improve and expand their services.

Now that I find myself back overseas, I am once again reminded of the importance of AAFES, not just to me but also to my wife and two children. AAFES services and products provide a sense of familiarity and comfort that is invaluable when you’re far from home.

One location that stands out, particularly, is the AAFES at Ramstein. The scale and variety of goods and services available are truly impressive, reflecting the dedication of AAFES to cater to the diverse needs of Service Members and their families. It’s a testament to how far AAFES has come since its inception and a promising indicator of its future direction.

Conclusion: The unseen heroes

Looking ahead, I am confident that AAFES will continue to evolve and adapt to meet the changing needs of Service Members and their families. Their commitment to service, innovative solutions to unique challenges, and unwavering dedication to supporting our military community make them an integral part of our military experience.

As I stand in the impressive AAFES at Ramstein with my family, I am reminded of the journey we’ve all been on. I am reminded of the countless ways AAFES has supported us and am filled with gratitude. For every cup of coffee before a mission, every holiday celebration in a war zone, every POG used as currency, and every moment of rest in their facilities, I owe a debt of gratitude to everyone who contributes to the AAFES mission, our unseen heroes.

Reflecting on my 28 years of service, it’s clear that AAFES has been a constant presence, providing invaluable support no matter where I found myself. They are the unseen heroes who serve those who serve our country, and for that, we are eternally grateful.

Two workers await the next customer at the new AAFES Mobile Field Exchange located at Land Forces Training Center Drawsko, Poland, on June 1, 2018. This MFE is one of five set up throughout Poland in order to facilitate service members’ shopping needs.

Photo by Sgt. Ashley Terpsma

Sacred Search: Operation Colony Glacier

by Department of Defense News

The 52 service members who died in a Nov. 22, 1952, plane crash on Mount Gannett, Alaska, were never forgotten — but for more than 60 years, their loved ones had no remains to grieve over or bury.

That changed after an Alaska National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk crew conducting routine training in 2012 spotted aircraft wreckage on Colony Glacier. Recovery operations confirmed it was debris from the Air Force C-124 that crashed six decades earlier with 42 Airmen, eight Soldiers, one Marine and one Sailor on board.

Every summer since, service members have searched the area in an effort to find the remains of the crash victims, identify them and bring them home.

The mission, Operation Colony Glacier, continued this June, with a team of military and civilian personnel working to uphold the nation’s

sacred pledge to leave no service member behind.

The icy terrain, unpredictable weather and constantly changing nature of the glacier require careful planning for the operation and special training and expertise for its participants.

In addition to possible remains, they search for flight equipment and personal effects.

In 2014, the Defense Department announced 17 of the lost service members had been identified and would be returned to their families for burial with full military honors. By June 2017, the number of those identified was 37.

As of June of last year, the operation’s 10th anniversary, 44 of the 52 service members had been recovered and identified.

After team members inventory the items found each year, military honor guard members conduct an honorable carry and honorable departure for the remains, which are escorted to Dover Air Force Base, Del., for identification.

An Alaska Army National Guard UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter lands to pick up Operation Colony Glacier recovery team members after a day of searching for human remains, personal effects and equipment at Colony Glacier, Alaska, June 16. The operation is an effort to recover the remains of service members and wreckage from a C-124 Globemaster II that crashed in November 1952 with 52 military members on board. The recovery effort has taken place every summer since 2012 by personnel from Alaskan Command, Alaska National Guard, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations, U.S. Army Alaska, 673rd Air Base Wing, 3rd Wing and Detachment 1, 66th Training Squadron.

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Don Hudson

Army Northern Warfare Training Center personnel search for debris on Colony Glacier, July 10, 2012.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Brehl Garza

A UH-60 transports crash recovery team members to Colony Glacier, July 10, 2012, after a sighting of possible wreckage.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Brehl Garza

Airmen assigned to the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Honor Guard carry the transfer case of a service member recovered during Operation Colony Glacier, June 26, 2022. The transfer cases will go to Dover Air Force Base, Del., for identification of remains and personal effects before being returned to families.

Recovery team members cross a glacier ridge returning to the landing zone after a day of recovering possible human remains, personal effects and equipment at Colony Glacier, Alaska, June 16. Operation Colony Glacier is an effort to recover the remains of service members and wreckage from a C-124 Globemaster II that crashed in November 1952 with 52 military members on board. Following the inventory of items found, an honorable carry and dignified departure for the remains is conducted by the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Honor Guard and 673rd Medical Group personnel before being escorted to Dover Air Force Base, Del.

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Don Hudson

Army Staff Sgt. Christopher Wand chips away at the glacier ice to recover aircraft debris at Colony Glacier, Alaska, June 16. Operation Colony Glacier is an effort to recover the remains of service members and wreckage from a C-124 Globemaster II that crashed in November 1952 with 52 military members on board. Wand is one of 11 recovery team members supporting the on-ice operations.

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Don Hudson

Photo by Airman 1st Class Shelimar Rivera Rosado

KC-135 serves as platform for multiple missions over Germany, Netherlands

Aeromedical Evacuation technicians with the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron assigned to Ramstein Air Base sharpened their skills during a routine refueling flight in a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 93rd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron, June 27, over the skies of Germany and the Netherlands.

The 86th AES provides critical medical care to forces operating throughout Europe and Africa. They are responsible for treating patients for a variety of illnesses and injuries, using assessment skills during contingency operations to save life and limb, and providing essential care to patients of all ages.

“We are that segment between transporting patients from one place to another while still giving them the care they need,” said Capt. Jordan Klein, 86th AES flight nurse. “If we couldn’t be there for them, they are more likely to undergo harm that could have been otherwise preventable.”

The mission of the Air Force Aeromedical Evacuation system is to provide time-sensitive, missioncritical care to patients being transported between medical treatment facilities. AE forces operate anywhere air operations occur in support of the full range of military operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster response.

“In-flight training ultimately makes us more prepared for future fights and anything we may see or experience with a patient,” Klein said. “We don’t always have the ability to fly on the KC-135, so building a cohesive working relationship with the 93rd EARS is

definitely important to us.”

AE crews execute patient movement primarily on Mobility Air Forces aircraft, including the C-130J Super Hercules, C-21 Learjet, C-17 Globemaster III and the KC-135.

“If we are the only jet available to medically evacuate a patient, our job as boom operators gain more responsibility,” said Senior Airman Carson Wilberg, 93rd EARS boom operator.

“Everything from the beginning of the flight to the end becomes a collaborative effort, so it’s really important for us to understand what roles we can fill and how we can help our AE guys out.”

The KC-135 flew above northeastern Europe to conduct routine refueling for Royal Netherlands Air Force F-16s and F-35s from Volkel Air Base, Netherlands. Together, the flight enabled the training missions of the 86th AES, 93rd EARS and the RNLAF.

“As the aircraft commander, I’m in charge of essentially the wellbeing of the jet and everyone on board,” said Capt. Nathan Armes, 93rd EARS KC-135 pilot. “It’s my job to maintain a smooth, steady aircraft so the medical team can accomplish their mission as we accomplish ours.”

When the boom operators weren’t refueling aircraft, the 86th AES team was busy practicing various medical scenarios they may encounter, such as mental health care, musculoskeletal injuries, anaphylactic reactions and other patient emergencies.

“Running through these training scenarios helps us learn what to do during potentially stressful situations,” said Senior Airman Zachary Vedder, 86th AES aerospace medical technician. “Being able to manage stress is really important because we need to be able to make quick decisions to ultimately save a life. ”

Royal Netherlands Air Force F-16s assigned to Volkel Air Base, Netherlands, fly alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker after being refueled over the Netherlands June 27. The 93rd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron refueled the Dutch aircraft while also providing a platform for members with the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron to conduct training.

Maj. Amanda Peterson, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron training flight commander, briefs her team about a simulated patient during in-flight training June 27. Members of the 86th AES conduct monthly training with the 93rd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron in a KC-135 Stratotanker to maintain familiarity with the aircraft.

Service members with the 93rd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron and 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, review training and flight plans at Spangdahlem Air Base, June 27. The 86th AES and 93rd EARS conduct training together once a month to maintain job proficiency and familiarity with one another’s duties.

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs

USAG RP intern shares passion for educating customers

Story and photo by Linda Lambiotte

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

When Michael Kah heard about the opportunity to become a host nation occupational safety and health specialist at U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, he didn’t hesitate.

Currently an intern with the Safety and Occupational Health Division, Kah has worked with the U.S. Army for over 20 years.

“I began my career in 2002 with the 6981st Civilian Support Group, 2nd Signal Brigade, in Mannheim, Germany, as a telecommunication lines installer and later installer foreman,” Kah said. “Next, I became a technical supply technician in the Supply Section, got promoted to technical supply chief, and finally took over the lead as chief S4, with the additional responsibilities for the procurement of all installation material for customer projects.”

Kah also served over 13 years as a unit safety officer and responsible point of contact for Unfallversicherung Bund und Bahn (UVB), an insurance firm that specializes in accident coverage and that is offered to local national employees.

On April 15, 2021, his journey with the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz safety office began in Kaiserslautern. He started a training program at the Institute for Work and Health of the German Social Accident Insurance (IAG) in Dresden and is on track to receive his final certification in March 2024. At that time, he will be permanently placed in the position of safety and occupational health specialist.

“This program gave me the opportunity to grow up and gain experience in all related fields of safety,” Kah said. “I am very proud I was selected for this apprenticeship, and I am grateful for the opportunity to grow my knowledge on the safety laws and regulations in place at USAG Rheinland-Pfalz.”

Kah first heard about the Apprenticeship Program through his former supervisor, Werner Hermes, who at the time was the safety manager for the U.S. Installation Management Command-Europe. He later was told to contact Daniel Nagel, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Works Council chairman, to get more information and apply for the position.

“Without Mr. Nagel’s initiative to establish a training program, I would probably not have my current job,” Kah said. “Mr. Nagel’s work contributes enormously to make the USAGRheinland-Pfalz fit for the future and to open new paths. His work and personal commitment in this area is unparalleled.”

“When one of our safety positions became vacant, we took the opportunity to train an internal host nation safety specialist,” said Nagel.

“We sat down with the insurance company UVB and discussed the possibility for Mr. Kah to become a certified local national safety specialist. They supported our idea and offered to finance all training costs of approximately 50,000 Euro,” he said. “And here at the garrison we would have the opportunity to train someone in occupational health and safety to meet our needs.

“We are looking to possibly hire two additional local national safety specialists in the future,” Nagel added.

In his current position, Kah provides guidance, recommendations, advice, and assistance regarding both U.S. and local national SOH issues to commanders, managers, supervisors, employees, contractors and tenants associated with the Garrison.

Some of the other duties he performs include accident prevention and control, accident investigation reporting and analysis, elimination of environmental hazards, and safety education and promotion. He also prepares and evaluates reports, presenting findings to management along with recommendations on correction of environmental, mechanical, electrical, physical, and/or ergonomic standards.

Kah said his biggest achievement so far was the ability to build great relationships with his customers and provide them with all the information they need.

“The contact with our customers and the great garrison family give me every day a good feeling about what I do to provide a safe work environment,” he said. “It’s a pleasure to explain to the community what we do and why we do it — and how safety rules and procedures are in place to help everyone stay safe and healthy!”

According to Kah, the Apprenticeship Program is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to start a new career.

“Interns gain experience, professionalism and knowledge to advance in a particular field,” Kah said. “Sometimes it’s not easy, but in the end, you will be a specialist in what you are doing, use your knowledge, and pass it on to other people. I’m proud to be here and to be a part of this great team.”

Hailing from Asheboro, North Carolina, Rodney is the Plans and Operations officer for Baumholder and is part of the directorate of plans, training, mobilization and security.

Aside from day-to-day operations and periodically driving to headquarters on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Rodney directs, coordinates and synchronizes installation operations at the Baumholder Military Community.

Rodney has been working for USAG RheinlandPfalz for one year and has had 3 years of being a federal employee. He had also been on active-duty status for 32 years.

“I enjoy bringing members of the community-stakeholders, mission partners and tenant organizations together to solve problems, provide solutions and improve our support to the community.”

Story and photo by Mary Del Rosario

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NATO Interfly, joint airborne training take place at RAB

U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilots from the 37th Airlift Squadron taxis down a runway during a large formation NATO interfly at Ramstein Air Base, June 14. The large formation flight was made up of six C-130Js and one German air force Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft to increase interoperability between U.S. and German allies. Photos by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro

Three U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, fly over Ramstein drop zone during a large formation NATO interfly which included joint personnel airdrops at Ramstein AB, July 14. Members from the 435th Contingency Response Group and 91st Cavalry Regiment, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr, conducted jump training to maintain proficiency and enable the 86th Airlift Wing’s ability to generate mass tactical abilities.

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the 91st Cavalry Regiment, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr, walk to a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, at Ramstein AB, July 14. This U.S. and German interfly included joint jumps to increase interoperability and enabled the 86th Airlift Wing’s ability to generate mass tactical airlifts.

of partner drop zones and conduct personnel drops.

A U.S. Air Force loadmaster, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, waves to a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft after a large formation flight at Ramstein AB, July 14. The large formation consisted of six C-130J Super Hercules and one German air force Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft which helped increase interoperability between NATO allies.

A U.S. Army soldier assigned to 91st Cavalry Regiment, guides a parachute toward the flight line at Ramstein Air Base, July 14. Members from the 91st Cavalry Regiment and 435th Contingency Response Group trained to increase interoperability between U.S. armed forces and German allies. Photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn Oiler

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(Left) U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Gabe Jenkins, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, flies over Germany in a C-130J Super Hercules during a large formation NATO interfly at Ramstein Air Base, July 14. The primary objective of the large formation interfly was to familiarize the feasibility

A German air force Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft flies with two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, assigned to 37th Airlift Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, during a large NATO interfly formation after taking off from Ramstein AB, July 14. The large formation flight consisted of low-level flying and joint static line jumping to enable the 86th Airlift Wing mission of mass tactical airlifts.

(Below) Three U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, conduct low-level flying after taking off from Ramstein AB during a large NATO interfly formation, July 14. The flight consisted of low-level tactical egress, airpower interoperability, radar operations and saticline jumps to the Ramstein Air Base drop zone to increase interoperability with U.S. and German allies.

(Left) U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Gabe Jenkins, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, uses the head-up display while flying a C-130J during a large NATO interflight formation after departing Ramstein Air Base, Ramstein, July 14. The formation increased interoperability between U.S. and German allies while using HUD systems which are designed to display flight information.

Soldiers not immune to damage of sun’s rays

by V. Hauschild Defense Centers for Public HealthAberdeen

Some soldiers have a greater risk for developing skin cancer than others. For July’s UV Safety Awareness month, soldiers should be aware of their risks and how to reduce their chances of skin cancer.

Cancer, including skin cancer, is one of various chronic diseases monitored in the active-duty Army population in the Army Public Health Center's annual Health of the Force report. Skin cancer is an especially preventable disease because ultraviolet radiation exposure — mostly from the sun and tanning beds — is the primary cause.

The National Institutes of Health divides skin cancer into two groups: melanoma and non-melanoma.

Melanoma is the least common but most serious form of skin cancer. Most skin cancer deaths are caused by melanoma, which can occur anywhere on the body, including areas that are never exposed to ultraviolet radiation. If not treated in time, melanomas are likely to spread to other parts of the body.

Non-melanoma skin cancers include basal cell and squamous cell. These forms of skin cancer are much more common but less severe. They typically occur on areas of the body that have been exposed to UV radiation.

The damage caused by UV radiation builds over time, so more frequent exposures during a lifetime will increase the risk of developing skin cancer. Evidence also suggests that shorter intermittent periods of high-intensity exposures – such as during military deployments to areas of intense sunlight – may be especially dangerous.

Based on the Health of the Force analysis, “Cancer diagnoses are actually relatively rare in our active-duty force,” says Dr. Alexis Maule, an APHC senior epidemiologist. “This is expected in a youngerage population.”

Rare incidence of skin cancer may not be the case as a soldier ages, however. A scientific review published in the June 2018 Journal

of the American Academy of Dermatology identified “an abundance of evidence for an increased risk for skin cancer development among U.S. veteran populations.”

“While skin cancer may not be a concern to you during your activeduty years, some of your most serious sun exposures may occur as a soldier,” says Dr. Chip McCannon, a medical doctor and retired Navy preventive medicine officer working for the APHC’s Clinical Public Health and Epidemiology Directorate. “To reduce your risk of developing this serious health condition after you’ve separated or retired from military service, you should minimize your UV exposures while you’re younger.”

According to the National Cancer Institute of the NIH, skin cancers are among the top five forms of cancer experienced in the United States. The risks are highest among white males over 50 years of age, the average age being 65 years.

Since outdoor work has been associated with higher risk of exposure to UV radiation, occupations such as construction workers, farmers, lifeguards, and even postal workers are among those who have been found to have higher skin cancer risk.

The review of skin cancer

among military personnel found that due to periodic deployments to locations of intense UV radiation exposure, service members may be in an even higher risk category than occupations where regular daily sun exposure occurs.

For example, during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, personnel were often deployed multiple times, with average lengths of deployment ranging from 4.5 months for the Army to 9.4 months for the Air Force. The intensity and repeated nature of UV exposure during these deployments could pose a greater risk of the development of melanoma or non-melanoma skin cancer among deployed service members.

The review concluded that for many service members who had worked in high-UV-exposure environments, sun protection had not been a priority. Immediate operational and combat safety concerns took precedence. Findings also noted the inability to avoid peak sunlight hours during missions; continued exposure to highly reflective surfaces, such as sand; little to no emphasis on sun protection; and limited access to sunscreen.

While the APHC provides Army guidance for reducing sun exposures, everyone should aim to reduce overall UV exposures by –

• Never using tanning beds.

• Minimizing exposure to intense outdoor UV radiation by exercis-

ing indoors or exercising in the early morning or late evening.

• Wearing clothing as a barrier to skin exposed to sunlight.

• Wearing hats (ideally widebrimmed).

• Wearing sunglasses.

• Regularly using sunscreen with SPF 30 or above and reapplying it at least every 2 hours or after the skin has been wet. Apply sunscreen to exposed areas such as your face, neck, hands, and arms. Remember that UV exposure can be from reflective surfaces, such as snow, water, and sand; and UV rays can reach you on cloudy days, too.

McCannon says that in addition to the risk from UV radiation, it’s important to be aware of personal characteristics that may increase your risk, such as being light-skinned, having had a serious blistering sunburn or multiple sunburns in the past, or if you or a family member has had skin cancer previously. Men are at potentially higher risk because they use sunscreen less, are less likely to have their skin checked, and may experience longer exposure durations while participating in outdoor recreational and occupational activities.

The U.S. Preventive Medicine Task Force does not consider annual medical skin cancer screening examinations necessary for all adults, but since some U.S. military

personnel have been found to have higher rates of skin cancer than civilians, soldiers with additional risk factors should talk about their skin health with their healthcare provider. This is especially important if you notice a new or changing mole or unusual spot on the skin.

The good news is that with early detection, skin cancers can be treated. The Veterans Administration offers tips on what to look for and when to seek medical attention. This can be found at https://www. va.gov/WHOLEHEALTHLIBRARY/ tools/skin-cancer.asp.

Remember to protect your skin daily — not just in summer but throughout the year.

The U.S. Army Public Health Center focuses on promoting healthy people, communities, animals, and workplaces through the prevention of disease, injury, and disability of Soldiers, retirees, family members, veterans, Army civilian employees, and animals through population-based monitoring, investigations, and technical consultations.

NOTE: The mention of any nonfederal entity and/or its products is for informational purposes only, and not to be construed or interpreted, in any manner, as federal endorsement of that nonfederal entity or its products.

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Evidence suggests soldiers deployed to areas of intense sunlight may be at greater risk of skin cancer in later years. Soldiers should reduce skin exposure both on and off duty whenever possible.

Photo illustration by Graham Snodgrass

UNTERWEGS

LANGE NACHT IM ZOO (LONG NIGHT AT THE ZOO)

JULY 22, 2 P.M.- MIDNIGHT, ZOO SIEGELBACH

Enjoy an exciting evening with wild animals at the zoo. The event will offer live music, a zoo rally, face-painting, a light show, a puppet theater, guided tours, a bouncy castle and a carousel.

SPANISH EVENING AT GELTERSWOOG

JULY 21, 7 P.M., KAISERSLAUTERN

The Gelterswoog mini golf park will host a Spanish evening with guitar music from Duo Lobo. Tapas, sangria and cocktails will also be on offer. Admission free.

KERWE/VILLAGE FESTIVALS IN JULY, VILLAGE/TOWN SQUARES

Enjoy a typical German village fest with music, rides, vendors, activities for kids, regional specialties and beverages. The following fests are coming up soon: Obermohr July 21, Schopp July 27. Also see your local “Amtsblatt” for individual towns.

MOSELAUENFEST (MOSELLE PROMENADE FEST)

JULY 20-23, RIVER PROMENADE, BERNKASTEL-KUES

Experience a traditional wine fest with live music, vendors, regional specialties, and rides along the banks of the river in historic Bernkastel-Kues. Fireworks on Saturday at 10.30 p.m.

RAMSTEIN SUMMER NIGHTS WITH “SUPERJAM & FRIENDS”

JULY 21, 7 P.M., CONGRESS CENTER RAMSTEIN

From mid-July until the end of August the series of the Ramstein Summer Nights will take place on an open-air stage at the Congress Center Ramstein each Friday evening. Each summer night will present a different band on stage. Admission is free – the events are standing concerts with a few non-reservable seats and bar tables available. Further dates: July 28, Aug. 5, 11 and 18.

WELTKULTURFESTIVAL HORIZONTE (WORLD CULTURE FESTIVAL)

JULY 21-23, CASTLE EHRENBREITSTEIN, KOBLENZ

You are invited to experience a spectacular culture festival at castle Ehrenbreitstein, a UNECSO World Heritage site and one of the most picturesque festivals in Germany. There will be varying artists from around the world. For details visit: www.horizonte-festival.de

SUMMER IN THE CITY

JULY 21-23 AND 27-30, VARIOUS STAGES IN CITY CENTER, MAINZ

The successful open-air series “Summer in the city” brings various national and international stars to Mainz. The wide variety of music styles, including newcomers and international stars, should have something to offer for any taste. For details visit: www.summerinthecity-mainz.de

SUMMER SWING AT VOLKSPARK

JULY 27, 7 P.M., VOLKSPARK, KAISERSLAUTERN

Enjoy a relaxed summer evening with live music and a cool drink on your picnic blanket with friends at the beautiful park. Every Wednesday in July and August.

OPEN-AIR CONCERTS AT GELTERSWOOG

SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS, KAISERSLAUTERN

The minigolf park at Gelterswoog offers concerts in varying styles every Saturday and Sunday during the summer. Some concerts are also planned on Friday evenings, check their Facebook page for details and times.

TATTOO CONVENTION

JULY 29-30, CONGRESS CENTER, RAMSTEIN

Get a tattoo or a piercing at the convention and experience the latest trends. Enjoy food and drinks as well as live acts.

FLEA MARKETS IN/NEAR KMC

KL Gelterswoog, Flea Market every Saturday in the summer

KL Flea market, Globus parking lot, Aug. 13

LAUTRER SOMMERABEND

AUG. 3, 5 P.M., SCHILLERPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN

Enjoy an afterwork evening with DJ music (house/dance) at Schillerplatz with friends and a cool drink.

COSPLAY DAY

AUG. 12, 12 A.M.-10 P.M., JAPANESE GARDEN, KAISERSLAUTERN

Manga fans can slip into the costume and role of their favorite character. Enjoy a festival for people interested in Japan and Manga fans alike in the picturesque garden.

RESIDENZFEST (CITY FESTIVAL)

AUG. 12-14, CITY CENTER, KIRCHHEIMBOLANDEN

The Residenzfest thoughout the city center invites visitors to cozy courtyards, gasthouses and tents with a wide selection of regional specialties and wines. Live music on all event days, shops open on Sunday and fireworks on Monday evening to round off the event.

SLEEPING BEAUTY AWAKENING

SAT AND SUN at 4 P.M., ALL SUMMER, FREILICHTBÜHNE, KATZWEILER

Help Sleeping Beauty arise from her century long sleep with old and news friends and, of course, a gallant prince to kiss her awake. Enjoy family fun at the open-air stage in the middle of the forest in Katzweiler. For details, dates and tickets, visit: https://katzweiler. reservix.de/p/reservix/group/433425

KAISERSLAUTERN MILITARY COMMUNITY CHAPEL SCHEDULE

RAMSTEIN CHAPEL PROGRAMS

86 AW/HC, Unit 3210, APO AE 09094-3210

North Chapel (Bldg 1201)

(DSN) 480-6148, (Civ) 06371-47-6148

South Chapel (Bldg 2403)

(DSN) 480-5753, (Civ) 06371-47-5753

Vogelweh Chapel (Bldg 2063)

Please call Ramstein North Chapel

Kapaun Chapel/Annex (Bldg 2781/2782)

Please call Ramstein North Chapel

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Orthodox

Divine Liturgy: Kapaun Chapel, 08:45 a.m., Sun

Children’s Church School: Kapaun Annex, 10:45 a.m., Sun

Adult Scripture Study: Kapaun Annex, 10.45 a.m., Sun

Great Vespers: Kapaun Chapel, 5 p.m., 4th Sat

Confessions: Available afterwards

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Service: Kapaun Annex, 7 p.m., Sat Unitarian Universalist

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Service: Kapaun Chapel, 1:30 p.m., 2nd & 4th Sun

Catholic

Holy Family Catholic Community

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Daily Mass: North Chapel, 11:30 a.m., Tue-Fri

Confessions: North Chapel, by appointment only

Sunday Masses: North Chapel, 9 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sun

Knights of Columbus (K of C)

Meeting: North Chapel, 6 p.m., 2nd Tue

Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC)

(except July & Aug)

Bible Study: North Chapel, 9 a.m., Tue

Catholic Religious Education (RE)

(except June, July & Aug)

Kindergarten-7th

Ramstein Intermediate School: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Sun

Confirmation Class North Chapel: 6-7:30 p.m., Wed

Life Teen: North Chapel, 6:15 p.m., Sun

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

(except July & Aug)

Meeting: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Thu

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Early Morning Seminary/Scripture Study for High School aged students

Ramstein School: North Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Vogelweh School: Vogelweh Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Episcopal

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 10:45 a.m., Sun Islam

Jumu’ah Khutbah: South Chapel, 1 p.m., Fri

Potluck: South Chapel, 7 p.m., 1st & 3rd, Fri

Jewish

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Shabbat: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Fri

Sabbath Kiddush & Lunch: 1 p.m.; RSVP and request location by COB Wed*

Saturday Torah Study: 7 p.m.

— request location & Zoom link

Sunday Hebrew School & B’nei Mitzvah Study

— request location and Zoom link

Messianic

Service: South Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

Protestant

Contemporary North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteincontemporaryservice

(Deaf & Hard of Hearing Ministry ASL interpreter available)

Children’s Church: North Chapel Annex, Ages 5 and up

(Children are dismissed during service to attend)

Gospel: Vogelweh Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/VogelwehGospelService/

Children’s Church registration begins at 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Church: Vogelweh Chapel, Pre-K to 12th, Sun

Traditional: South Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteinprotestanttraditionalservice

Seventh-day Adventist

Worship service: North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sat

Bible Study: North Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

PMOC

Bible Study: South Chapel, 11:45 a.m., Wed

PWOC

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 6 p.m., Mon

Bible Study: South Chapel, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 6 p.m., Tue

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Thu Protestant Youth of the Chapel (Middle & High School)

Grds 6-8: North Chapel, 3:30-5 p.m., Tue

Grds 9-12: North Chapel, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tue

Grds 6-12: Vogelweh Chapel, TBA

Officer Christian Fellowship

North Chapel Conference room, 6:45-8:45 p.m., Thu

Awana (Sep-May)

North Chapel, 2-3:30 p.m., Sun

USAG

RHEINLAND-PFALZ

Daenner Chapel (Bldg 3150)

(DSN) 541-2105, (Civ) 0611-143-541-2105 Rock Chapel (Bldg 8308)

Rheinland Chapel (Bldg 8249)

(DSN) 531-3170, (Civ) 0611-143-531-3170

Pulaski Chapel (Bldg 2869)

LRMC/Hilltop Chapel (Bldg 3773) (DSN) 590-5713, (Civ) 06371-9464-5713 Catholic Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community

Daenner Chapel 11:30 a.m., Sun

LRMC Chapel 12 p.m., Tue, Wed, Fri

Confessions: On request

Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community Baumholder

Rheinland Chapel 9 a.m., Sun

Rheinland Chapel 12 p.m., Tue-Thu

Confession: On request

Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish

Protestant Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community Chapel Next, Daenner Chapel 9:30 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Chapel Next at Daenner Kaserne

Traditional Protestant Service, LRMC Chapel 10:30 a.m., Sun Baumholder

Contemporary Service, Rock Chapel 10 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel

Protestant Women of the Chapel

Kaiserslautern PWOC, Pulaski Chapel 10 a.m., Wed pwocatkaiserslautern@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC at Kaiserslautern

Baumholder PWOC, Rock Chapel 9:30-11 a.m., Tue & 6:30-8 p.m., Wed pwoc.baumholder.ontherock@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC Baumholder Islamic Services

Daenner Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri LRMC Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri Rock Chapel 12 p.m., Fri

Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 10:30 a.m., Sun., Im Gewerbegebiet 8, Baumholder Call 0176-18300869 for more information.

Club Beyond

Weekly Clubs and Bible Studies for Middle School and High School students.

KMC: kaiserslautern@clubbeyond.org

Baumholder: baumholder@clubbeyond.org

Ramstein: ramstein@clubbeyond.org

Facebook: Club Beyond at KTown Club Beyond at Baumholder Club Beyond at Ramstein

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1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 51sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, unfinished basement, no pets, available 31 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de

Chic and Cozy 1-bedroom Apt in K-Town, fully furnished, 1.0bd, 1.0bth, 80sqm, BIK, liv, Pets require prior approval., available 24 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1350 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

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CLASSIC BEAUTIFUL SINGLE APT IN KAISERSLAUTERN CITY 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 100sqm, no pets, available 1 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

COOL LOFT APT IN DOWNTOWN K'TOWN 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 120sqm, no pets, available 24 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €1490 +utl, call 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@ icloud.com

Bohemian cozy & chic: 2-bdrm apt, downtown KL, 1bth, Apartment, 79sqm, BIK, no pets, available 11 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 107sqm, no pets, available 24 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €1.400 +utl, call 0173 497 51 71, in fo@ken-immobilien.de

3bd, 1bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, liv/ din, no pets, available 30 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €900 +utl, call 0631470116, rummlernadja@gmx.de

Kaiserslautern West Furnished appartment, washing machine, Internet Access, all Incl.utilities, 44 qm, 1 bd, 1 bth, 44 sq meters, 5 min from Kleberkaserne, 10 min from Vogelweh, 15 min from Ramsteinavailable immediately for short term leasing, Assenmacherstrasse 67659 Kaiserslautern Germany, 495 EU, phone: 6313704922, 015125621211 email: cnhs@ gmx.de

KL City Apartment with Unparalleled Views, 1bd, 1bth, 66sqm, built in kitchen, open concept living area, balcony/terrace, laundry/utility room, pets subject to approval, available now, housing approved, €700 +utl, call +49 173 3647569 and ask for Lilly, or email us at info@germanaid.com

Dreamy KL Apt: Old Charm Meets Modern Living, 2 br/2ba apartment in heart of K-Town, Hardwoods throughout, close to local amenities, minutes from the train station and mall, available now, rent 1300 euro, deposit two month's rent, housing approved, pets allowed upon approval, Contact Lilly for details 0049 173 3647569 (WhatsApp & iMessage), info@germanaid.com

Bruchmuehlbach, 3.0bd, 2.5bth, Apartment, furnished, 177sqm, BIK, liv/din, 2 storage rooms, fitness corner, terrace, laundry room, parking lot, available 15 Dez. 2022, €920 +utl, call 06372/5966, mschuhmacher@online.de

Long-term, fully furnished 1-bdrm / 1bthrm apt, K-Town City, 106sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 4 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1880 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

Mehlingen, 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 85sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 25 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €1500 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

KL: Long-term furnished 2-bdrm, 1bth, Apartment, 106sqm, BIK, finished basement, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1675 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Desirable KL-city apartment with alluring curb appeal, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 168sqm, BIK, liv, laundry, pets allowed, available 8 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2200 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 70sqm, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 1 Sep. 2022, €90 +utl, call 0151537177, info@fewo-loewenzahn.de

Radiant right side 2nd floor apt, Bruchmuehlbach, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 130sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 13 Feb. 2023, Housing will be Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Luxury & Leisure: 3-bdrm Apt in KL, fully furnished, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 180sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2500 +utl, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

Wiesbaden, 2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 140sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, private garage, cats allowed, available 01 June 2023, Housing Approved, €2200 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@somme rimmo.de

Beautiful Apt. in Matzenbach, 10min to RAB, BIK, livrm, 4BR, 2baths, garden for bbq, 170sqm. Good for families, fenced playground w/equip, no dogs pls, 42sqm underroof terrace. €1200+util., Avail. Sept. 1, 06383-99167,0160-1647683 from 5pm

UNIQUE K'TOWN DOWNTOWN APT 4bd, 2bth, Apartment, 180sqm, no pets, available 25 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, WhatsApp Mindie +49 172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

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Single Family House in Thallichtenberg, 4 bed, 2 bath, 159 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1933, 463,98 kWh/ (m²a) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price € 225000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

6bd, 3bth, Ramstein duplex, 249sqm, built-in kitchen, guest bathroom, open concept liv/din room, laundry room, garage, large driveway, pets subject to approval, available now, Housing Approved, €2800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569 and ask for Lilly or email at info@german-aid.com

Beautiful single family house for rent

4bd, 2bth, House, 160sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juli 2022, €525000 +utl, call +49 (0) 6371 - 94 24 444, info@immobilien-konradi.de

5bd, 3bth, House, 367sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juli 2022, €849000 +utl, call +49 (0) 6371 - 94 24 444, info@im mobilien-konradi.de

Two Family House in Waldmohr, 6 bed, 3 bath, 236 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1960, 127,40 kWh/(m²a) EEK D, Bedarfsausweis. Price € 395000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, EMail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

HOUSES FOR RENT

5+ BEDROOMS

5.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 200sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 12 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 015737809371, lui sa.martin@kabelmail.de

8.0bd, 3.5bth, House, 325sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €2300 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@ prem-realestate.com

Wallhalben, 168 square meters, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, built-in kitchen, large living-dining room, terrace 20 square meters, pets allowed, 2 x parking space, big fenced in property around 1,100 square meters, built 2003, newly renovated, rent: € 1,400 + utilities, deposit: € 2,800 deposit, available June 1, call: 0178-3766531, e-mail: petersonntagaz@gmail.com

Large 6bd, 4bth house in Oberstaufenbach, 350sqm/ 3767 sq ft, built-in kitchen, sauna, open-concept living room and dining room, balcony/terrace, laundry, inlaw suite with private entrance, 2-car garage, pets subject to approval, available end of June, Housing Approved, €2850 +utlities, call +49 173 3647569 and ask for Lilly or email at info@german-aid.com

6bd, 5bth, House, 275sqm, BIK, guest

WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juli 2022, €596000 +utl, call +49 (0) 6371 - 94 24 444, info@immobilienkonradi.de

Mackenbach house for sale, 4bd, 2.5bth, 210sqm, Housing Approved, €464.000 call 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

5.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 230sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 1 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €2800 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@som merimmo.de

Altenglan, 5 Schlafzimmer, 2 Schlafzimmer, Haus, 140 m², BIK, Wohn-/Esszimmer, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, fertiger Keller, private Garage, keine Haustiere, verfuegbar ab 21. Juni 2023, Wohnbaugenehmigung, 1400 € + MwSt., Anruf unter 49-06381-6940, junker.susanne@ web.de

Modern Townhouse between Ramstein and Baumholder, 5br, 2bth, Townhouse, 165sqm, built-in kitchen, liv/din, laundry, pets upon approval, available now, Housing Approved, €1850 +utl, call +49 173 3647569 ask for Lilly, email: info@germanaid.com

Kaiserslautern, 5bd, 2bth, House, 147sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, no pets, available 1 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, or call +49160-4449696 (English Speaking) whartmann44@gmail.com

Otterbach 15min to RAB 10min to SAB 185sqm 5BR BIK 2.5baths liv/dinrm dbl carp open firepl walk-in-closet balc sml garden 3 basement rms (65sqm) €1600+utl av 1.Aug, 0172-5777200 or bortz-szydlowski@hotmail.de

ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT OR QUALIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED

Mackenbach, top big villa, 372sqm, 5bedrooms, 3 bath, studio, living-dingingroom, laundry, built-in-kitchen, garage, patio, fenced yard, monthly rent 3150€+util, Housing approved, avail start July. Call Ado on +49 1726801258 or email on: rmimmobilien@t-online.de

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Single Family House in Jettenbach, 4 bed, 2 bath, 132 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1996, 127,70 kWh/ (m²a) EEK D, Bedarfsausweis. Price € 269000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

5bd, 3.5bth, House, 181sqm, pets allowed, available 17 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €2.250 +utl, call 0173 497 51 71, in fo@ken-immobilien.de

Our office is an American office and seeks an outgoing, personable person Please email your resumé to miknor@t-online.de

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Single Family House in Nanzdietschweiler, 3 bed, 2,5 bath, 105 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1960, 276,60 kWh/ (m²a) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price € 159000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

6bd, 3.5bth, House, 190sqm, no pets, available 17 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €2.850 +utl, call 0173 497 51 71, info@kenimmobilien.de

The Candidate: We are looking for highly driven and passionate individuals who are looking for not just a job but a future career!

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• Hard working • Highly driven

Salary: A great commission package with OTE in excess of €50,000 with no upper limit

We will be in touch within 7-10 days to make you aware of the next steps.

For more information or to apply please contact: Teresea Sanford E-mail: tsanford@militarycars.com

New building House for rent 200sqm, 5 bd, 2 bth, big living & dinner rm, new kitchen, Kindsbach Germany, 00491636034729, sandra-ilg@t-online.de

4bd, 2bth, House, 204sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1795 +utl siwatrim@web.de

Spacious Free-Standing House, KL-Wiesenthalerhof: 4bd, 2bth, 187sqm, built-in kitchen, liv/din, balcony, terrace, fenced yard, garage, heated floors throughout, fireplace, housing approved, €2500 +utl, contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@ger man-aid.com

Wooden Wonder in Schwedelbach, Ramstein School District, 3bd, 2bth, House, 170sqm, BIK, liv/din, no pets, available now, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Spacious Home with In-law Suite, 4bd, 2bth, House, 220sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2600 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

4,0 Schlafzimmer, 2,0 Schlafzimmer, Haus, 125 m², BIK, Wohn-/Esszimmer, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, fertiger Keller, private Garage, Haustiere erlaubt, verfuegbar ab 9. November 2020, Wohnbaugenehmigung, 1350 € + utl, Anruf unter +4917641509332, Burkhardt .70@web.de

4bd, 1.5bth, House, 155sqm, no pets, available 24 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €1.650 +utl, call 0173 497 51 71, info@kenimmobilien.de

MACKENBACH MODERN FSH, 4bd, 2.5bth, 230sqm, small pets negotiable, available 1 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2100 +utl, WhatsApp +49 172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

RAMSTEIN 15 MINUTES, GREAT FSH, 4bd, 3bth, House, 270sqm, no pets, available 15 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2450 +utl, WHATSAPP +49172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

Modern Duplex - brand new build In Kaiserslautern-Erfenbach, 4bd, 2.5bth, House, 174sqm, BIK, terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available now, Housing Approved, €2500 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

3bd, 2.5bth, House, 195sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2350 +utl, call 017621059036, info@moskopf.de

2.0bd, 2.0bth, Townhouse, 172sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 17 Juli 2023, €3300 +utl, call or WhatsApp or iMessage +1(310)980-9453 drmichelle wild@yahoo.com

2bd, 1bth, House, 96sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, no pets, available 2 Juli 2023, €1800 +utl, hajuuhrig@gmx.net

2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 165sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, 140 €, call 0173 497 51 71, website: www.ken-immobili en.de info@ken-immobilien.de

Schopp, 4bd, 3bth, Townhouse, 140sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 23 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €1390 +utl, call 0162-393 2390 or 0162-399 3398 karin@ad vantipro.de

COSY FSH RAMSTEIN 10 MINS KottweilerSchwanden, 3bd, 2bth, House, completely newly renovated, 180sqm, available 1 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2150 +utl, call 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

Kaiserslautern, 3.5bd, 2bth, House, 145sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 22 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2200 +utl, call 0631 53499130, mk@hk-kl.de

LUXURY HOME FOR SINGLES OR COUPLES, Ramstein+Kaiserslautern 15 mins, 2bd, 1bth, House, 150sqm, no pets, available 24 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, completely fully-furnished, €2700 +utl, call 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

2BR 1.5BA TLA Apt with Air-Conditioning [ref=F2], Ramstein, 5min from RAB, TDY / PCS, NOT FOR PERMANENT LODGING ; pet friendly ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f2 ; +49 17624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

Sippersfeld, 3bd, 1.5bth, House, 124sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 22 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Stunning Weselberg home in quiet neighborhood, 3bd, 2bth, House, 179sqm/ 1926, built-in kitchen, living room, dining room laundry, pets subject to approval, available now, Housing Approved, €1790 +utl, call +49 173 3647569 and ask for Lilly or email at info@german-aid.com

1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 65sqm, BIK, liv, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approved, €125 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxu rylodgingkl@yahoo.com

3 BR APT Ramstein 5 min from RAB [ref=F1], 3 bd, 2 bth, 5min from RAB; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f1 ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

3bd, 1bth, Apartment, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, laundry, €140, call 0173 497 51 71, website: www.ken-immobilien.de info@ ken-immobilien.de

Taunusstein, 3bd, 2.5bth, House, 221sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2450 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerim mo.de

This home has an old charm exterior and modern interior, located in the Kusel area, 3 bdrm, 2bathrm, 156 sqm, built-in kitchen, loft, inner courtyard, pond, old charm with modern interior, small pets upon approval, available now, housing approved, €1300 +utl, Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

car, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 150sqm, BIK, no pets, available 24 Aug. 2022, Housing Approved, call 0174 243 0124, nbm4rent@ hotmail.com

2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, €140, call 0173 497 51 71, website: www.ken-immo bilien.de info@ken-immobilien.de

3bd, 2bth, House, 163sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approved, €222 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxurylodgingkl@ya hoo.com

TLA / TD Y

3BR 1.5BA TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein, NOT FOR LONG-TERM LODGING, all included, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/l32 ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Brand new TLA Appartment in best location near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslautern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de

Cosy 2BR TLA / TDY Apartment in downtown Ramstein, 5min from RAB [ref=M4A] ; wifi, balcony with BBQ grill, off-street parking ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/m4a ; in quiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Lovely TLA Countryhouse BremerhofKaiserslautern The Bremerhof, one of the most unique residential areas in Kaiserslautern, located in a beautiful clearing in the middle of the Palatinate Forest, but with less than a 5 minutes drive to the center of K-Town.The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a living room, 1 bathroom and a romatic garden with pool which is the perfect place for days of rest and relaxation while you settle in Germany. Call 00 49 171 313 6996, info@judithkern.com

Mackenbach, 4bd, 2.5bth, TLA / TDY House, free standing, dogs allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/k10 ; inquiries@myt lahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

3BR 2BA TLA / TDY apartment, 5min from RAB [ref=W6D] ; brand new, spacious, fast internet, under floor heating, AC, balcony with BBQ grill, off street parking ; www.mytlahome.com/w6d ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Brand new, ground floor 3BR 2.5BA TLA / TDY apartment, 5min from RAB [ref=W6A] ; Brand new, ground floor, fast internet, under floor heating, AC, balcony with BBQ grill, off street parking ; www.mytlaho me.com/w6a ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Cozy, ground floor 2BR TLA / TDY Apartment, 5min from RAB [ref=W2] ; ground floor, fast internet, patio with BBQ grill, offstreet parking (carport) ; www.mytlaho me.com/w2 ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Ramstein-Miesenbach, 5bd, 2bth, House, 150sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, dogs allowed, available 7 Sep. 2021, Housing Approved, klincks.tlahome@ gmail.com

TLa Weilerbach, 4bd, 4bth, House, 227sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 14 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1.23 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com

Modernized 3BR 2BA TLA / TDY Apartment in K-town, www.mytlahome.com/ t54 ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inqui ries@mytlahome.com

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2013 Ford Edge Limited AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $14,999 (6700). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium, Coupe, Rear, 6-Speed Manual, $24,999 (6682). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Maserati Ghibli S Q4 AWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Maserati Ghibli S Q4 AWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4, Pickup, Rear, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $31,999 (6447). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@used carguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Dodge Durango SXT AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $24,699 (6641). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW X1 xDrive28i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,999 (6689). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Chevrolet CorvetteStingray LT1, Coupe, RWD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2013 Jeep Patriot Sport 4x4, SUV, Rear, 5Speed Manual, $11,699 (6530). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1 Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2014 Mitsubishi Pajero EU Specs, EU, $16,499 (6298). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Maserati Ghibli S Q4 AWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 4 Matic AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 MINI Cooper Clubman S, Hatchback, Gas, Automatic, $18,995 (S-4347). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 MINI Countryman John Cooper Works ALL4, AWD/4WD, Gas, Manual, $24,995 (S-4335). Ramstein Used CarsKaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 063175003977, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Lexus NX 200t AWD, Wagon, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,999 (6305). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Lexus NX 200t F SPORT AWD, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $31,499 (6199). The Used Car GuysKaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi Q3 2.0T quattro Premium Plus (AWD), SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $29,999 (6049). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Dodge Challenger SRT8 (392), Coupe, Manual, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Audi A3 Premium AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sa les@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 BMW X3 xDrive28i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $19,999 (6788). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Kia Sorento LX AWD- 7 Passenger, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $15,495 (S4331). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2016 Nissan Frontier SV, Pickup, Rear, 5Speed Automatic, $20,999 (6610). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Escape SEL AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $25,999 (6020). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Escape Utility 4D SEL, SUV, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Volkswagen GTI SE, Hatchback, Gas, Automatic, $21,995 (028069). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi Q3 Quattro Premium AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $29,999 (6000). The Used Car GuysKaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Honda CR-V EX-L, SUV, Front, CVT, $30,499 (6743). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Audi Q3 Quattro Premium AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $28,799 (6537). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Audi Q7 Premium Plus Quattro AWD 7-Seater, SUV, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $29,987 (704736). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)1622145729, JH83006@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW 120i, EU, $19,999 (6614). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Honda HR-V EX AWD, Wagon, AWD/ 4WD, 7-Speed Shiftable CVT, $23,799 (6706). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW 440i Convertible, Convertible / Cabriolet, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $41,999 (6503). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC, SUV, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $28,999 (6782). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 BMW X2 sDrive28i, Crossover, Gas, Automatic, $30,995 (US-3621). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Dodge Charger SXT, Sedan / Saloon, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,599 (6772). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Subaru Impreza AWD, AWD/4WD, Gas, Manual, $20,995 (S-4279 ). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, CVT, $26,599 (6490). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Volkswagen Golf GTE BlueMotion Hybrid, EU, $29,999 (E6561). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Audi A4 Premium Quattro, AWD/ 4WD, GaS, Automatic, $32,995 (107513). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Escape SEL, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $26,997 (5738). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Fiesta SE, Hatchback, Front, 5Speed Manual, $20,599 (6640). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Fiesta ST Line, Hatchback, Front, 5-Speed Manual, $20,999 (6729). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Hyundai Kona SEL AWD, SUV, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Honda Odyssey EX-L, Minivan, Front, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $34,899 (6376). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD, AWD/ 4WD, Gas, Automatic, $27,995 (US-3849). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, SUV, Rear, 4WD 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $32,499 (6742). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 4MATIC, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (613081). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 4MATIC, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (550105). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Toyota Sienna XLE Premium, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $38,995 (S4351). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Volkswagen Atlas SE Technology 4MOTION, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $34,995 (590076). Ramstein Used CarsKaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 063175003977, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Manual, $28,999 (6613). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Buick Envision AWD 4dr Essence, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $34,950 (004302).

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2020 Chevrolet Malibu FWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $23,999 (5551). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Volkswagen Jetta SE, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $23,495 (US-3791). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Audi A4 quattro Prestige 45 TFSI, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $40,999 (6408). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $31,995 (F88485). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Escape SE, SUV, Front, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $25,999 (5562). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Fusion S, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Automatic, $24,999 (6639). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Mustang Eco Premium Plus, Couuee, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sa les@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Fusion SE AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $26,499 (6570). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Kia Forte LXS, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $19,995 (US-3847). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Subaru Crosstrek Limited, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable CVT, $31,999 (6653). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Golf GTE Plug In Hybrid, EU, $30,999 (E6557). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Jetta S, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $24,499 (6752). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription 7 Passenger, Rear, Automatic, $49,025 (004348). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, pwilliam@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW X1 sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, Front, Automatic, $34,800 (104176). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, pwilliam@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Chrysler Pacifica Touring, Minivan, Front, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $35,999 (6710). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Mustang GT, Coupe, Rear, 6Speed Manual, $38,997 (6631). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab XL 4x4, Pickup, Rear, 10-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $34,497 (5944). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Toyota Camry SE, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $28,995 (S-4349). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Corolla LE, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, Front, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $27,999 (6488). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4x4 3rd Row, SUV, Rear, CVT, $24,999 (S5444). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Prius LE, Hatchback, Front, CVT, $24,999 (6286). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Audi A4 quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $38,999 (6645). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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Begin at Marktplatz

The Bremer Markplatz is the ideal spot to commence any Bremen exploration. It’s a vibrant, massive, sprawling, cobblestoned plaza that is surrounded by gorgeous buildings.

One of those buildings is the legendary Rathaus, or city hall. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Rathaus is an architectural marvel. The best part? The Rathaus hosts an amazing restaurant — the Bremen Ratskeller — in the basement. It’s more than six centuries old, contains hundreds of types of German wine, has vaulted ceilings and ornate wood carvings, and the food is good.

St. Peter’s Cathedral also anchors the Marktplatz. Host to hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, this is no ordinary church. Visitors can climb the huge towers (be forewarned: steps are involved), visit the cathedral museum, or see the special ‘mummies’ in the basement.

No visit to the Marktplatz would be complete without a quick look at the statue of the Bremen Town Musicians, the famous characters from the Grimm Brothers’ tale. Legend has it that gripping the donkey’s two front legs brings good luck!

Quarters and more

If you leave the Marktplatz and wander toward the Weser River, you will find yourself smack-dab in the middle of the Schnoor quarter. It’s like walking back in time. Schnoor is packed with winding, narrow cobblestone lanes, beautiful shops with hanging signs that seem straight from a Harry Potter movie, and incredible half-

timbered houses. Even in a country where medieval chic seems commonplace, the Schnoor quarter will amaze you.

While you’re there, don’t miss the Böttcherstrasse. Derived from the German name for cooper (böttcher, or one who makes barrels), it’s one of the best little streets in Bremen, and is home to many crafts shops and art studios.

The Viertel (which literally means ‘the Quarter’) is also outstanding, and has a completely different feel than the old city center. This is where the modern city comes alive – all with a very ‘Bremen’ feel. The Viertel has restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, and a large variety of independent stores. And there is music. So much music. Because, after all, music is one of the things that makes Bremen famous.

A city of culture

While in the Viertel, visitors can find all the culture they want. The city’s Kunsthalle is a smashing art museum, and very accessible. It contains works from modern artists like Munch and Picasso, classic paintings from Dürer and Rubens, and many, many others.

The Gerhard Marcks House is also well worth a visit. It’s a sculpture museum, and a very beautiful one at that. The museum takes its name from Marcks, who was a famous 20th century German sculptor, and it houses hundreds of his works. But it also contains other fascinating pieces from across the world.

Location, location, location

Bremen was once a member of the

famous Hanseatic League, and its maritime past (and past wealth) is evident even today. Bremen’s location also means that visitors are just a short trip away from the North Sea coast, which can be particularly lovely during spring, summer, and autumn.

The city is also ideally located for a number of other attractions — including amusement parks. For families, Bremen is close to both Magic Park Verden (ideal for younger children) and the Heide Park Resort (which is awesome for thrill seekers of all ages).

Getting there

By car, Bremen is approximately 5 hours from Kaiserslautern or Wiesbaden, and 6.5 hours from Stuttgart. Please check with Deutsche Bahn for train options.

ABC IN KMC: Wasser marsch!

by Gina Hutchins-Inman

86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Walking around downtown Kaiserslautern, you’ve probably noted a number of fountains. Some rather simple, others more elegant, but all offering sprinkling water for a cool refreshment during sunny summer temperatures. Did you know that there are 41 fountains within the whole city? Sixteen of them are in the city center and the remaining 25 in different city sections.

The most prominent and wellknown is the Kaisersbrunnen located at Mainzer Tor at the end of Steinstrasse. It was designed by Gernot Rumpf and opened in 1987. The bronze figures depict significant characteristics of the city, such as Emperor Barbarossa, the Opel works, emigrants on their way to the New World and a soccer ball signed by legendary Fritz Walter.

A further fountain designed in a more romantic style with swans is the centerpiece of entertainment at Martinsplatz (pic-

tured right). Built in 1893 it was first named Fontäne Brunnen, then changed to Serenade Fountain and has been called Martinsbrunnen since 1976.

A smaller sandstone structure is to be found in front of Stiftskirche and the picturesque nostalgic Apotheke. The fountain was first mentioned as “Schöner Brunnen” (beautiful fountain) in 1571. Just around the corner at Schillerplatz you’ll find a more modern structure, with metal pipes and recently reburbished, it is one of kids’ favorite places to splash on hot summer days.

A drinking fountain, run by the city works in Kaiserslautern, is located at the end of Kerstrasse and marks the western end of Kaiserslautern’s city limits during the Middle Ages.

The Fackelwoog-Brunnen was relocated from about where the K-in-Lautern mall is today and transported to the park in front of the former castle and city hall. The Albrechtbrunnen close to Waldschlösschen (today’s Philipp-Mees-Platz) didn’t have

a name until 1895. It was later named after King Albrecht who gave Kaiserslautern its city forest in 1303. In 1911 the fountain was equipped with the figure of a boy with a pig and received the nickname “Pig’s fountain.”

Another bubbling spring that is not so well known is the Kennedy fountain, located at the square with the same name. It was installed in 1954, formerly known as the Altenwoog-Brunnen, whose copper basin was melted down during World War II.

The last of the inner-city fountains that does not have a name is situated at Davenport Platz close to the university. The square was named after Kaiserslautern’s sister city Davenport, Iowa, and was installed in 1993. Other fountains are located in the city’s seven sections and ready for you to discover on your own and maybe inspire you to a fountain scavenger hunt. But in any case, it’s time to get out and enjoy some “Wasser marsch!” (water march) as Germans say when turning on a hose.

Photo by Mor65_Mauro Piccardi/Shutterstock.com

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RECURRING EVENTS

Music Friday Nights at Baumholder Warrior Zone

The Baumholder Warrior Zone is hosting a Music Friday Night with genre-themed music from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Warrior Zone, 8218 on Smith Barracks. For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 5312912 or 06111435312912, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Big Stage Karaoke at Kazabra

Perform Karaoke on the Big Stage at the Kazabra Club Friday, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Big stage Karaoke is every Friday night at the Kazabra except when it is a comedy night show. On these nights, there will be karaoke at the Armstrong’s Club. Food is available from Shawingz, voted the best American Food in Kaiserslautern. For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr. com.

Best Country Western Night in Germany

The Legendary Country Western Night happens every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dance instructions are offered to help everyone get up and join in. Food is available from Shawingz, voted the best American Food in Kaiserslautern. Come and try your skills with Otis, the meanest Mechanical Bull in town! For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr. com.

Saturday Club Nights at Armstrong’s Club

Join the party every Saturday starting from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 in Vogelweh Housing. Get ready to dance the night away while talented DJs spin the ultimate mix of favorite tunes, catering to the crowd’s musical preferences. This is a free event. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143541-9115. or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

2023 ROBtoberfest-Reserve your seat now!

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz will host one of the most highly anticipated events of the year, the two-day ROBtoberfest Sep. 8 from 7 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Sep. 9, from 1 to 5 p.m. The event will take place at the Family and MWR Special Events Center, Bldg. 237 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. This Volksfest (folk festival) will feature live performances by the authentic German Oktoberfest Band, Bavarian Express. Attendees can indulge in a variety of classic German Volksfest cuisine, beverages, and entertainment. To find out about the menu and how to purchase tickets, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Jack Holmes Comedy Show

information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.mil.

Makerspace for Adults

The Landstuhl Library announces a new program, Makerspace for Adults. Participants will explore making crafts that include STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) concepts. This new program will be held the second Saturday of the month at 1:30 p.m. There will also be activities for children available during this time. For more information, call the Landstuhl Library at 486-7322 or 06371-86-7322 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Movie Matinee at Landstuhl Library

Come and enjoy a family-friendly movie every Wednesday at the Landstuhl Library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. For more information, call the Landstuhl Library at 486-7322 or 06371-86-7322 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

after, call or visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, at 541-9065/9066/9067 or 0611-143-5419065/9066/9067 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com. Hours for Parent Central Services are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Program Paws-to-Read

The Baumholder Library announces Pawsto-Read with Finlea, the service dog, during the 2023 Summer Reading Program “Find Your Voice.” Children, ages 3 to 12, can gain confidence, practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with Finlea. Dates and times: Monday, July 24 at 11 a.m.; and, Wednesday, July 26 at 1 p.m. For more information, call the library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.mil.

End of Summer Reading Celebration

2023 Fall Start Smart Registration

Registration for Fall Start Smart soccer, T-Ball and Flag Football, ages 3 to 4, for the Baumholder community is now until July 30. Cost is $25. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on SKIES & KMC Onstage Summer Youth Theater Classes The SKIES Unlimited Program and the Award-Winning KMC Onstage announces the 2023 Summer Youth Theater Classes for youth ages 6 to 18 now to August at KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Cost is $165 per session. 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 06-1114-35419065/66/67 or visit https://webtrac.mwr. army.mil or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz School Age Summer Camps

The Kazabra Club presents the Jack Holmes Comedy Show Aug. 18 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and tickets are only $10 at the door. The show’s host is local comedian Erin Crouch. Local contractor, Sean Mallory, is the show’s special guest. The show also features Carlitos, who runs his own standup comedy show in Luxembourg. For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Monthly Sensory Storytime

The Landstuhl Library and the ACS

Exceptional Family Member Program host a monthly Sensory Storytimes the third Monday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. The next session is Aug. 21 from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Theme is Back to School. Stories, activities, crafts, sensory experiences, songs, games, and socialization will be included in each session. For more information, call the Landstuhl Library at 486-7322 or 06371-86-7322 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Baumholder Library Summer Reading Program Karaoke Night

Most libraries will ask you to leave if you start signing out loud, but not the Baumholder Library. Instead, they want you to “Find Your Voice” and flex your golden pipes at the Baumholder Library Karaoke event July 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Baumholder Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. This adults-only event is part of the 2023 Summer Reading Program “Find Your Voice.” What awaits you? An evening of fun, light snacks, and beverages and memories for the ages! For more

SKIES Irish Dancing

SKIES Unlimited offers Irish Dance Classes for ages 4 to at the SKIES Bldg. 3819 on Landstuhl Post. Summer Workshops are currently offered for the following dates: July 18 to 20. July 25 to 27, Aug. 1 to 3 and Aug. 8 to 10. Enrollment is ongoing and Fall classes will start on Sep. 5. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services. Enrollments can be made thru https:// webtrac.mwr.army.mil or over the phone with Parent Central Services at 5419065/66/67 or 061-143-541-9065/66/67. Parent Central Service is in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.

Kaiserslautern July, August and September Trip Schedules Available

Come celebrate your Summer Reading successes with games, activities, and fun at the free End of Summer Reading Celebration Event July 29 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Landstuhl Library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Summer Adventure Camps for Teens

The Landstuhl Youth Center will have Summer Adventure Camp for Teens now until Aug. 18. Cost varies per trip. Deadline to register is 6 p.m. the Friday before the trip. Trips depart and return to the Landstuhl Youth Center, Bldg. 93812 on Landstuhl Post. For more information, call 486-8658 or 06371-86-8658.

SKIES 2023 Soccer Summer Camps

SKIES Unlimited is offering Soccer Summer Camps in Baumholder and Kaiserslautern for youth ages 2 to 16 now until Aug. 18 at Pulaski Field, Landstuhl Adult Softball Field or Minick Field. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services. Enrollments for both Baumholder and Kaiserslautern can be made thru https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com

The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Child and Youth Services School Age Programs present the 2023 “The Great SAC Adventures” Summer Camp. The program offers 10 weeks of care services now to Aug 18. Registration is open now. These camps are for School Age Centers on Wetzel Kaserne, Landstuhl Post or Sembach Kaserne. For more information and to register, please call Parent Central Services, Kaiserslautern Rhine Ordnance Barracks, at 0611-143-541- 9065, 9066 or 9067 or 541- 9065, 9066 or 9067; or, Parent Central Services, Baumholder, Wetzel Kaserne, 0611-143-531- 531-3441, 3440 or 3437 or 531-3441, 3440 or 3437.

Baumholder Library Summer Reading

Baumholder Library Summer Reading Program LEGO Builders’ Showcase Calling all LEGO enthusiasts. Get in the league with the Big LEGO builders. Bring your LEGO set, build it and show case it or connect with others and build together, even swap sets if you see one you like. This event is for all ages. It’s all fun when you build when you build with LEGO July 27 at 3 p.m. For more information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.mil.

Find the Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for July, August, and September under the “Calendar” section of kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. For questions, call the Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 493-4117 or 0631-3406-4117.

Army Start Smart Summer Registration

Registration for Start Smart Summer sessions for ages 3 to 4 is now to July 21 or until slots are full. Start Smart is a parent/child interactive program lead by a Sports and Fitness Specialist. Summer Sessions will feature soccer, golf, and basketball. Cost is $30. For more information or to register June 1 or

Baumholder Library Summer Reading Program Dungeons and Dragons

The Baumholder Library announces Dungeons and Dragons sessions for ages 9 to 14 July 25 at 3:30 p.m. Meet up at the Baumholder Library for a quick oneshot adventure; use your imagination and creativity to build the story and move the game forward. No experience necessary! Dice will be provided! These sessions are a part of the 2023 Summer Reading Program “Find Your Voice.” For more information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.mil.

Baumholder Library Summer Reading Program After Party

The Summer Reading Program might be over, but the party still goes on! Celebrate finding your voice at an activity-studded after party that celebrates reading and all our readers! The celebration will be held July 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Rolling Hills Golf Course Clubhouse, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. There will be crafts, sport activities, bouncy houses, karaoke, and a live band! This event is free and for all ages. For more information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder. armymwr.mil.

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AT THE MOVIES

WAR/DRAMA

Oppenheimer (2023)

Christopher Nolan’s movie is based on the biography “American Prometheus” by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin about J. Robert Oppenheimer, a theoretical physicist who was pivotal in developing the first nuclear weapons as part of the Manhattan Project and thereby ushering in the Atomic Age.

Cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon Director: Christopher Nolan

Barbie (2023)

COMEDY

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

Cast: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Will Ferrell Director: Greta Gerwig

HORROR/MYSTERY

Insidious: Red Door (2023)

Josh Lambert heads east to drop his son, Dalton, off at school. However, Dalton’s college dream soon becomes a living nightmare when the repressed demons of his past suddenly return to haunt them both.

Cast: Patrick Wilson, Ty Simpkins, Lin Shaye

Director: Patrick Wilson

ACTION/ADVENTURE

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)

Ethan Hunt and the IMF team must track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens all of humanity if it falls into the wrong hands. With control of the future and the fate of the world at stake, a deadly race around the globe begins. Confronted by a mysterious, all-powerful enemy, Ethan is forced to consider that nothing can matter more than the mission — not even the lives of those he cares about most.

Cast: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Vanessa Kirby

Director: Christopher McQuarrie

TODAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1615, 1845

Barbie (PG-13) 1600, 2015

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1545, 1745, 1930

Insidious: Red Door (PG-13) 2115

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1530

SATURDAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1100, 1345, 1730, 1930

Barbie (PG-13) 1100, 1445, 1730, 2015

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1130, 1415, 1745

Insidious: Red Door (PG-13) 2115

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1145, 1500, 1715 Joyride (R) 2115

SUNDAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1130, 1445, 1800

Barbie (PG-13) 1200, 1515, 1845

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1100, 1445, 1830

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1215 1430 1645

Joyride (R) 1900

MONDAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1500, 1815

Barbie (PG-13) 1515, 1900

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1530, 1830

Insidious: Red Door (PG-13) 1900

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1600

TUESDAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1500, 1815

Barbie (PG-13) 1515, 1900

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1530, 1830

Insidious: Red Door (PG-13) 1900

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1600

WEDNESDAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1500, 1815

Barbie (PG-13) 1515, 1900

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1530, 1830

Insidious: Red Door (PG-13) 1900

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1600

THURSDAY

Oppenheimer (R) 1500, 1815

Barbie (PG-13) 1515, 1900

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (PG-13) 1530, 1830

Insidious: Red Door (PG-13) 1900

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (PG) 1600

Editor’s note: The movies listing was the most current at the time of publication. Dates are subject to change. Please check with your local theater for the most up-to-date schedule.

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Poster and screenshot by Warner Bros.

Screenshots and poster by Paramount Pictures

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Poster by Paramount Pictures