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Recover the air base: 18 NATO countries participate in multinational CBRN exercise Story and photos by Senior Airman Madelyn Keech 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23, the largest chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear exercise for NATO allies and partners, was held at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 23-29, with approximately 500 participants from 18 NATO countries.

Toxic Trip emphasizes the importance of NATO allies and partners collaborating to effectively and rapidly respond to CBRN scenarios, while also providing an opportunity to standardize decontamination systems in the event of a chemical attack or exposure to chemical agents.

“It is a ‘recover the air base’ exercise to practice re-opening an airfield and getting aircraft and pilots back in the fight,” said U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Michael Lundell, Headquarters U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces See CBRN EXERCISE, Page 3

U.S. Air Force aircrew flight equipment managers assigned to the 86th Operations Support Squadron, 52nd OSS, 31st OSS and 100th OSS, practice decontamination methods with a member of the Swedish air force during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 27. Approximately 500 players and 18 countries participated in this year’s NATO Toxic Trip exercise, the largest chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear exercise in NATO.

Germany’s National Parks: Lower Oder Valley National Park Lower Oder Valley National Park is a special place. Germany’s only wetland national park is filled with water, reclaimed land, incredible views, and unique wildlife. Nestled against the border of Poland, the park is one of the most incredible wild destinations in all of northeast Germany.

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COMMENTARY: October’s domestic violence awareness events call for unity to end abuse

by Department of Defense News The Defense Department is calling on the military community to help prevent abuse and support victims as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is recognized annually in October. This national observance was created to raise awareness about how to report domestic abuse and encourages community members to speak up if they suspect abuse. This year’s campaign theme is “United Against Domestic Abuse.”

According to the Department’s Report on Child Abuse and Neglect and Domestic Abuse in the Military for Fiscal Year 2022, there were 15,479 reports of domestic abuse.

Abusive and unhealthy relationships are not limited to military members and their spouses. They can also include those who are dating, living together or have children in common. Resources — including safety plans, protection orders and emergency services that address medical, housing, legal and counseling needs — are available to help victims.

“In the military community, we’re a family. We look out for one another, on and off the job. If you have concerns about your relationship or someone you know, there are options for reporting domestic abuse,” said Sgt. Maj. Steve Minyard, senior enlisted advisor to Manpower & Reserve Affairs.

“Whether it’s concern over an unhealthy relationship, a breakdown in effective communication, or if abuse of any kind is occurring — help and support are available, often far beyond what would be available to someone outside of the military family.”

The Defense Department provides resources to support individuals experiencing domestic abuse and keep them safe through the Family Advocacy Program. It also strives to help service members and their partners build and maintain healthy communication and relationship skills through counseling and education services offered by the Family Advocacy Program, as well as Military OneSource, which can be reached at 800-342-9647.

Community members who see signs of abuse or have concerns can reach out to their nearest Family

Advocacy Program office to learn how it can provide support. Military members and members of their families do not have to be in a crisis to talk with a domestic abuse victim advocate.

The United Against Domestic Abuse page on Military OneSource provides community members with information regarding their options for reporting abuse. If community members are concerned about their safety (or the safety of someone they know) and need immediate support, they can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233, or live chat with an advocate at thehotline.org.

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CBRN EXERCISE from Page 1 Africa aircrew flight equipment command manager.

In preparation for the exercise, AFE managers with the 86th Operations Support Squadron, 52nd OSS, 31st OSS and 100th OSS, completed an aircrew contamination mitigation course, which allowed them to revise the processes of decontaminating equipment, groundcrew and aircrew after exposure to chemical agents, Lundell said.

Over the course of the exercise, AFE managers employed their knowledge and skills in eight different scenarios by establishing various aircrew contamination control areas and stations in response to chemical and radiological attacks.

Lundell said by establishing these stations, AFE managers were able to decontaminate aircrew and groundcrew from fellow NATO nations, to familiarize them with various equipment unique to the U.S. Air Force.

Additionally as part of the exercise, 86th Civil Engineer Squadron, and the 99th CES explosive ordnance disposal teams from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, responded to simulated attacks involving vehicles and aircraft with their counterparts from France, Sweden, Italy and Belgium by removing any possible EOD hazards from the scene to ensure the safety of emergency management response teams to fulfill their part in the exercise.

U.S. Air Force aircrew flight equipment managers prepare a decontamination station for an aircrew line during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 27. Approximately 500 players and 18 countries participated in this year’s NATO Toxic Trip exercise, the largest chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear exercise in NATO.

“Participating in this exercise assured our NATO allies of our support, while also enhancing and developing each country’s CBRN competencies by training together,” Lundell said. “Our near-peer threats have these same capabilities. It’s important we exercise together to ensure we know how to work with each other should we have to in a real-world scenario.”

Along with AFE and EOD, addi-

tional emergency management teams included those from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron; 52nd CES, Spangdahlem Air Base; 341st CES, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana; 31st CES from Aviano AB, Italy; 60th CES from Travis AFB, California; and 2nd CES from Barksdale AFB, Louisiana.

To further integrate NATO forces, these EM Airmen ran CBRN reconnaissance and incident con-

trol teams who secured the scenes by sampling and identifying various chemical agents, and, when able, performing tactical combat casualty care to injured personnel prior to medical teams’ arrival.

Ultimately, the exercise created common standards, and established uniform procedures for joint operations in the future.

“The exercise was extremely beneficial and allowed each coun-

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicholas Ronan, 86th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment manager, prepares to decontaminate members of the French air force as part of a scenario during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 27.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kiana Stevenson, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency manager, prepares to collect a sample of a simulated chemical agent during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 27.

(Right) U.S. Air Force aircrew flight equipment managers assigned to the 86th Operations Support Squadron and 31st OSS practice decontamination methods with a member of the French air force during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 27. The annual NATO Toxic Trip exercise increases interoperability while continuing to strengthen the relationships between NATO allies and partners.

try to demonstrate and observe each other’s capabilities,” Lundell said. "Working to increase interoperability between NATO countries helps seamlessly integrate our forces during joint operations.”

By exercising together, NATO nations are able to ensure NATO’s mission can be fulfilled: to protect the freedom and security of each of its members by political and military means.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alexander Trippett, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron emergency manager, prepares to collect a sample of a simulated chemical agent during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 27.

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TAKE NOTE Photo by Golubovy / Shutterstock.com

ATTN: Those packing up, leaving the KMC Many members wait too long to begin the household goods moving process, thereby causing additional stress and delays. The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron Personal Property Office advises movers to call them at +49-631-536-7727 three weeks before moving to begin the booking process.

Official Photo Studio has moved The 86th AW/PA Official Photo Studio has moved to our new permanent location.

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.

Finance Walk-In Hours/ Base in-processing Finance customer service walk-in hours will be from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri in building 2108. The finance lobby will be used for base in-processing from 1-5 p.m. with Housing, Tricare and Finance. In-processing can be done with any or all of these three agencies during that time and an appointment can be booked through https://www.signupgenius. com/go/8050d45abac2fa7f49-finance

Retiree Activities Office Attention all retirees, veterans, spouses and surviving spouses.

If you have not been receiving emails about veterans’ affairs, entitlements, pay and benefits that are sent out by the Retiree Affairs Office, it might be because of the email address you provided. Some email addresses may not work with the U.S. Air Force servers. If you would like to begin receiving RAO emails again, please email your updated contact information to our Gmail account at ramraoteam@gmail.com and official email at 86aw.rao@us.af.mil so that we can update our contact list. Thank you!

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It is our mission to serve our retiree community — but we rely on our volunteer staff to do so.

Volunteering can mean as little as one day a week for a four-hour block. The RAO is open Mon 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tues/Wed/Thurs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1

p.m. We are located in Building 2118, Room 138 next to the VAT Office. Please visit our website here: https://www.ramstein.af.mil/Contact/ Retiree-Activities-Program/ for factsheets and recent RAO Newsletters on navigating being a retiree in Germany. Routine questions can be sent via email, but we ask that you make an appointment for specific subjects such as predeath planning/surviving spouse issues and or Retiring in Germany. For appointments either call during office hours at 06371-47-5486, and/ or send us an email to: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil. Any problems making contact, please email your Acting Director, retired Chief Master Sgt. Jim Barrante at: jim.barrante@gmail.com.

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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WiR! Awards 2023 U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, gives remarks congratulating the schools and kindergartens on their German-American projects promoting friendships during a “WiR! Program” ceremony at Kaiserslautern City Hall, Oct. 6.

The “WiR! program” is a state initiative to promote and maintain German-American relations in the state of Rheinland-Pfalz and a partnership with the German-American Community Office in Kaiserslautern.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, State Undersecretary Nicole Steingass, second from right, Rheinland-Pfalz Ministry of the Interior and for Sports, and John Constance, right, WiR! program coordinator congratulate “WiR! program” school award winners at Kaiserslautern City Hall, Oct. 6.

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by Magdalena Knodt 86th Airlift Wing Host Nation Office State Undersecretary Nicole Steingass from the RheinlandPfalz Ministry of the Interior and for Sports presented this year’s “WiR! Program” certificates during a ceremony at Kaiserslautern City Hall, Oct. 6.

The “WiR! program” is a state initiative to promote and maintain German-American relations in the state of Rheinland-Pfalz and has a partnership with the German-American Community Office in Kaiserslautern.

One part of the program is the “WiR! School” and “WiR! Kindergarten” partnerships between German schools and kindergartens and Department of Defense Education Activity schools within the Kaiserslautern

Military Community in an effort to strengthen local GermanAmerican friendship between youngsters. Awards to schools and kindergartens have been presented since 2019 with an award ceremony held every year.

Schools and kindergartens receive an award after fulfilling prerequisites, including two joint German-American projects. The Burg Gymnasium, for example, cares for the Kindergraves at the Kaiserslautern cemetery.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, gave remarks congratulating the winners on their projects promoting German-American friendship.

“What these schools are doing is bringing German-American relations to the grassroots level, down to the individual,” Jones said.

The following schools and kindergartens were awarded this year: • Reichswald-Gymnasium Ramstein-Miesenbach and Ramstein Middle School • Burg Gymnasium Kaiserslautern and Kaiserslautern High School • Realschule Plus and Fachoberschule Birkenfeld, Kindergarten Ruschberg and Baumholder Middle and High Schools • St. Willibrord Gymnasium Bitburg, St. Matthias Gymnasium Bitburg, Genossenschaftliches Gymnasium Speicher and Spangdahlem High School • Kindergarten Dansenberg, Kindergarten Mölschbach, Kindergarten Hohenecken

Teachers from the ”WiR! Program” present their completion certificates after a ceremony for fulfilling a joint German-American project at Kaiserslautern City Hall in Kaiserslautern, Oct. 6. State Undersecretary Nicole Steingass from the Rheinland-Pfalz Ministry of the Interior and for Sports presented this year’s certificates during a ceremony.

Nataki Jones, 86th Airlift Wing key spouse, right, poses for a photo with the “WiR! Kindergarten” award winners at Kaiserslautern City Hall, Oct 6. “WiR! School” and “WiR! Kindergarten” partnerships between German schools and kindergartens and DODEA schools within the Kaiserslautern Military Community aim at strengthening local German-American friendships.

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STATE OF THE ART:

by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs State of the Art is a series introducing Germany as a whole, but also highlighting an individual state or “Bundesland” every month.

This month we’ll finish our tour around the last “new state” of Brandenburg to circle in on our final destination and Germany’s capital Berlin.

Brandenburg completely encompasses the City of Berlin and was inherited by “Albrecht der Bär” who established the Margraviate of Brandenburg in 1157. The 29,640 square kilometer state with 2.5 million inhabitants is a land of water with 3,000 natural lakes and 30,000 kilometers of waterways.

Sanssouci and a Dacha colony Its capital is Potsdam, just south-west of Berlin with the State Parliament and Dr. Dietmar Woidke of the Social Democratic Party as Minister President since 2013. The city has 180,000 inhabitants, making it the largest city in the state.

As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Potsdam is famed for its 16 palaces, castles and magnificent buildings.

The most prominent one is Palace Sanssouci with its illustrious gardens, built by Prussian King Frederick II as his summer residence 1747, the French name can be translated to “without worry.” Other attractions include the spacious pedestrian area with cafes and restaurants among stylish buildings and a Dutch quarter.

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Alexandrowka, a Russian dacha colony with small wooden cottages was built in 1926/27. The Babelsberg film studios were established in the 1920’s.

Heavily destructed during the war, the city has returned to its old glory.

Berliner Luft Heading north-east we’ll reach our final destination Berlin. The city is not only the capital of Germany with the Bundestag and Bundesrat as federal government and Kanzleramt (seat of Chancellor Olaf Scholz) but is also a city state of its own.

On a state level Berlin is governed by a Senate with Kai Wegner of the Christian Democratic Party as head of state, entitled “Regierender Bürgermeister” (Governing Mayor of Berlin). He is the leader of the Senate in the Rote Rathaus (Red City Hall) and has been in office since April.

Berlin is Germany’s largest city with 3.7 million inhabitants on an area of 877 square kilometers, but it has not always been the capital. According to a popular operetta written in 1904, the “Berliner Luft, Luft, Luft” has a special air, or flair that cannot be compared to any other city.

A mighty Berlin Bear If you’ve ever wondered why a bear is the heraldic animal depicted on Berlin’s coat of arms, there are two theories. One says that the bear can be traced back to “Albrecht der Bär,” who founded the Margraviate of Brandenburg. The other suggests that the bear has been on the coat of arms since 1280 and is derived from the Slavik word “berl,” which means a swamp. About 7,000 years

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Brandenburg ago the area around Berlin was a jungle, which led to various swamps, wetlands and waterways developing throughout the millenniums. A bear is a symbol of strength and perseverance and the people of Berlin have shown these traits on a rollercoaster ride full of bustling, dramatic and exciting events throughout history.

Let us start our city tour in an elegant horse-drawn carriage through Brandenburger Tor to be greeted by Quadriga on top, coming from Brandenburg along “Unter den Linden” Boulevard in the year 1791, and stepping into a journey through time.

Early Years The core of Berlin can be attributed to the two towns of “Cölln” on the Fischerinsel (Fisher Island) and Berlin across the Spree River. The two towns formed close economic and social ties and profited from staple rights on two important trading routes leading south to Italy and from Belgium to Novgorod in Russia.

In 1701 Frederick I crowned himself as King of Prussia and declared Berlin as his new capital, replacing Königsberg (now known as Kaliningrad in Russia). The town quickly grew and merged with the four cities of Cölln, Friedrichswerder, Friedrichstadt and Dorotheenstadt under the official name “Royal Capital and Residence of Berlin” until 1871. The city prospered, and prestigious buildings were erected, parks and walking paths along the Spree River were created and the city experienced overall beautification.

The world famous Brandenburger

Tor was constructed from 1788 to 1791, intended to be the highlight of the boulevard “Unter den Linden” lined with lime trees. The boulevard greeted visitors entering the city and the gate was topped off with a copper figure depicting Eirene, Goddess of Peace, steering a chariot with four horses. The Quadriga was originally positioned facing Brandenburg.

In October 1806 French troops marched through the gate and Napoleon had the Quadriga removed and taken to Paris. In 1814 the Prussians retrieved the figure and re-mounted it in opposite direction facing the city. The famous gate has become a symbol of turmoil and destruction, but also hope and reconciliation throughout time.

In 1871 the city was declared the capital of the German Empire under Emperor Wilhelm I and Otto von Bismarck became Germany’s first elected chancellor until 1890. The mighty Reichstag building was completed in 1884 and Berlin experienced an economic upswing after industrialization and a rapid growth in population. By the late 1890’s Berlin had become an industrial city with 800,000 inhabitants and poor sanitary conditions led to the construction of public toilets and bath houses, and a modern wastewater system was installed throughout the city. It also evolved into the main railway hub and economic center of Germany.

Turn of the century Improvements to the infrastructure were made and the first subway was opened in 1902. Cultural sites were established, museums opened,

music performances played a leading role, and the Opera House and Theater (Schauspielhaus) were built. The world famous and luxurious Adlon Hotel at Pariser Platz near Brandenburger Tor was opened in 1907 and welcomed prominent guests such as politicians, actors and wealthy families.

Berlin was far from the battlefields on the western front during World War I that began in 1914, but residents experienced hunger and deprivation during the time, as many young men were drafted into the military, including farmers (and their horses) leading to a shortage of vegetables and produce. Women were forced to work in factories or take over typical male professions of the time to support their families.

Roaring Twenties At the end of the war in 1918 the Weimar Republic was proclaimed with Berlin remaining its capital until 1933. The city quickly regained momentum in the post-war years and evolved into a boom town with entertainment, a wild nightlife scene, loud and smoky pubs opening at every corner, elegant coffee houses, liberal fashion for women and a boost for emancipation.

Writers, painters and humanists swarmed to Berlin and paved the way to an impressionist movement.

Ernest Hemmingway visited the city for longer periods on four occasions, actress and singer Josephine Baker adored Berlin, while actress Marlene Dietrich born there started her career on various theater stages before making her way to Hollywood.

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Free-spirited Sixties After the disaster both West and East Berliners carried on with their daily lives, but many East Germans deserted the country while they saw a chance. An estimated 2.8 million East Germans fled from 1949 to the early sixties.

MEET A U.S. PRESIDENT WHO WAS A “BERLINER” AND FEEL THE WIND OF CHANGE SWEEPING THROUGH THE NATION IN NEXT MONTH’S FEATURE. Quadriga statue on top of Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor, built 1788-1791, architect Carl Gotthard Langhans), Berlin.

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Booming Fifties With an overall upswing of the economy, often referred to the “Wirtschaftswunder” (economic miracle), Berlin soon recovered in the early fifties and job opportunities opened for both West and East Berliners. Despite the separation, both sides could fairly easily transit the zones. However, the next dark cloud was already looming when about one million East Germans, 100,000 alone in Berlin, stood up in peaceful protest against the political and economic situation. They raised their concerns about growing social problems, paternalism and repression. June 17, 1953, the East German government responded with bloody brutality and at least 55 persons died during the protests and about 10,000 were arrested, while Soviet tanks were positioned and ready to fire. The broad boulevard leading up to Brandenburger Tor is called “Strasse des 17. Juni” in honor of the bold people who risked their lives. Until 1989, June 17 was observed as a public holiday in the Federal Republic.

Business flourished in West Berlin, a bustling new city center evolved around the KaDeWe (Kaufhaus des Westens, Department Store of the West) and the elegant shopping mile Kurfürstendamm (Ku’damm) near train station Bahnhof Zoo while West Berlin rose like a phoenix in new splendor. Beach vacations in Italy and Spain became popular and travel was affordable for West Berliners.

East Berliners were faced with low incomes, a poor infrastructure and jobs directed to them in staterun companies and production sites under depressing circumstances. Anyone that spoke their voice risked being sent to Bautzen, the most dreaded prison. Tension was rising during the Cold War era and East Germans encountered tighter restrictions and harassment when passing the access points to the western sector, and travel was limited to neighboring East Bloc countries.

Again, dooms day was on the horizon and despite rumors spreading throughout the country and wooden barricades and barbed wire fences springing up, the East German government insisted that there was no intention of building a wall.

Truth hit on a sunny summer day Aug. 13, 1961, when the last open access point to West Berlin was blocked and the first brick walls were being built. Realization quickly dawned on West Berliners that they were in the process of being encircled by a wall, while East Berliners watched in awe and desperation as the golden sun set in the west.

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Soon after, the German Democratic Republic was declared Oct. 7, 1949, and East Berlin became its capital.

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Devastating Forties After six years of raging war, weary survivors and millions of displaced sighed in relief after Germany’s total capitulation May 7, 1945. By then about 70 percent of the city was destroyed, including the severely damaged Brandenburger Tor, the Kaiser Wilhelm Church (now known as Gedächtniskirche) and a large part of living quarters were in ruins.

With husbands and brothers having fallen, encamped as prisoners of war or impaired by war injuries, courageous women and older children set out to clear the rubble and debris in a concerted effort without heavy equipment and only minimalistic tools. Women used their bare hands, buckets or wheelbarrows to transport debris onto carts on tracks. The

material was then hauled away and piled up on a total of twelve mounds around the city. The most famous and highest one is the “Teufelsberg” with an altitude of 120 meters, later turned into a park with a magnificent view and is Berlin’s highest “mountain.”

These women gained fame as the “Trümmerfrauen” (rubble women).

As the rest of Germany, Berlin was divided into four occupational zones with French, British and U.S. forces in the western and Soviets in the eastern part of the city. On the best path of restoring the once splendid city in its isolated position amid the Soviet zone, disaster struck again when the Soviet forces directed a blockade of all three transit routes and water ways leading to West Berlin in June 1948.

Berliners faced starvation with a shortage of supplies, but Allied Forces were quick to respond and conducted an airlift from June 24, 1948 to May 12, 1949. Many of the dangerous flights sortied from Rhein-Main Air Base in Frankfurt.

One young U.S. pilot came to be known as the “candy bomber” or “uncle wiggly” as he would “wiggle” the wings of his aircraft upon approach to Tempelhof airfield to let the children know that he was on the way. Gail Halverson passed away in 2022 but will always be cherished by “his” Berliners.

The next history changing event occurred May 23, 1949, when the Federal Republic of Germany was founded and the quaint city of Bonn was declared the provisional capital.

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Dramatic Thirties The stock market crash in 1929 eventually also paid its toll on the jolly times in Berlin, unemployment rose, inflation increased. The rising power of the National Socialistic regime in the nation clutched its angry claws over Berlin and moved into the Reichstag decorating it with large red flags. To put Germany into a more positive light, the Olympic Games were held in the city 1936, a massive stadium was built for 100,000 spectators and other impressive structures, such as the Reichsbankgebäude (Reich Bank building) and a system of underground bunkers were constructed during this period.

As the situation deteriorated, critical literature was burned, liberal critics were arrested and antisemitism increased. After the annexation of Austria in March 1938, the city was declared the capital of the “Greater

German Reich.” On Nov. 9, 1938, nine of the twelve synagogues were set on fire during the “Reichskristallnacht,” Jewish shops were plundered and at least 1,200 individuals were deported.

Berlin was on the verge of a total economic and political collapse as 90 percent of government officials were released from office, leaving the city in a state of limbo.

About 90,000 of the 160,000 Jewish citizens were able to flee, many to the United States or Canada.

Events culminated on September 1, 1939, when Germany declared war on Poland and Berlin became the starting point of World War II, and the city experienced its first heavy bombardment in August 1940.

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The city reached its zenith as a world capital, renowned for its leading role in science, technology, arts, the humanities, the film industry, city planning and higher education. In 1921 Albert Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics. With increasing traffic including automobiles leading to chaos, the first traffic light was installed at Potsdamer Platz in 1924, with a policeman manually regulating the lights from a protected cabin. The Berliner Funkturm (radio tower) was opened in 1926, lovingly called “langer Lulatsch” (long lanky)

by Berliners.

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German-American Friendship Concert brings community together, enhances partnership

U.S. Army Europe Band and Chorus members perform at the GermanAmerican Friendship Concert held at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Oct. 3.

Story and photos by Linda Lambiotte U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, along with the City of Kaiserslautern, hosted the yearly German-American Friendship concert at the Fruchthalle, Oct. 3.

The event was created in 2014 by the garrison, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band and Chorus, to celebrate the German-American partnership within the State of Rheinland-Pfalz.

The concert always occurs on Oct. 3, the German federal holiday of Reunification Day, as a symbol of friendship, support and partnership.

“What a great honor it is to be standing here,” said Col. Reid Furman, USAG RheinlandPfalz commander, in his opening remarks. “Your presence here today makes this event truly special.”

The United States Army Europe Band and Chorus performed for an audience of nearly 500 people for the ninth year. The event was paused in 2020 due to the Covid19 pandemic but resumed in 2021 stronger than ever. The two-hour event included classical and contemporary music arrangements, to include “Africa” by Toto, “Oh, happy Day” by Edwin Singers, and other beloved hits.

U.S. Army Europe Band and Chorus members conclude their performance at the German-American Friendship Concert held at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Oct. 3.

Col. Reid Furman, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, and Petra Lessoing, host nation advisor, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, welcome the audience to the GermanAmerican Friendship Concert held at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Oct. 3.

Furman thanked the audience for attending and expressed the importance to cherish such opportunity to interact as friends and neighbors.

“It is with our sincere gratitude that we take this opportunity to say thank you to this great city and its people, who provide a homeaway-from-home for our military members, Civilians and families,” Furman said. “This concert is for you.”

In the seven decades the U.S. armed forces have been in the Kaiserslautern area, American and German people have interacted as friends and neighbors — creating long-lasting friendships that make the Western-Palatinate state a unique place to live and work.

“I am always happy to give out the free tickets at the GermanAmerican Community Office,” said Petra Lessoing, host nation advisor, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz.

“Germans are standing in line waiting patiently to get a ticket, and they appreciate this gift and the German-American friendship.”

Even though organizing the event takes a lot of work and coordination, it is very rewarding, she said. “I truly appreciate the help received from my garrison colleagues. Teamwork is what made this event so successful.

“Some of our guests even wrote me ‘Thank You’ notes after the concert, expressing their gratitude,” she added. “They want to

let us know that the live performance was a wonderful experience, and it certainly lived up to their expectations.”

Romana Clodius, a resident of Otterberg who has lived in the Kaiserslautern area most of her life, attended the concert for the first time, and said she had a great time.

“I was impressed by the hospitality, politeness and professionalism of the American hosts,” she said. “I particularly enjoyed the second half of the concert because of the musical atmosphere, and I really appreciated the kind words of Col. Furman.

“I am looking forward to next year’s performance!”

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86th AES provides rapid response care across Europe

U.S. Air Force aeromedical evacuation technicians and a nurse gather for a pre-brief before clinical simulator training at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 1. The training was a collaborative effort between a 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron healthcare simulations facilitator and medical practitioners to provide training using advanced equipment and simulated real-life medical scenarios.

Photos by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Billy Degraffenreid, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepares to treat a volunteer patient during clinical simulator training at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 1. The 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron hosted this training to provide standardized hands-on simulated clinical care for 86 AES members in a controlled environment.

(Right) Brenda Robinson, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, Air Force Medical Modeling and Simulation Training healthcare simulation operations specialist, front center, oversees clinical simulator training during a simulated patient care scenario at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 1.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Billy Degraffenreid, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, draws blood from a volunteer patient during clinical simulator training hosted by the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 1. The purpose of clinical simulator training is to provide standardized hands-on clinical care for aeromedical evacuation crewmembers in a controlled environment, allowing them to refine patient care skills from diagnosis to implementing care.

U.S. Air Force aeromedical evacuation technicians and a nurse treat volunteer patients and a robotic mannequin during clinical simulator training at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 1. The training simulation is focused on clinical readiness within the aeromedical evacuation environments to encompass all echelons of care from point of injury to triage treatment.

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USAFE-AFAFRICA commander, warfare center, host NATO Air Chiefs

Aaron Corrales, top left, 4th Combat Training Squadron Joint Terminal Attack Controller subject matter expert, briefs NATO Air Chiefs on the capabilities of the JTAC simulator during a tour of the United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Warfare Center at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Sep. 27. The UAWC is the U.S. Air Force’s premiere distributed training center in Europe, providing enhanced joint and combined warfighter readiness training through live, virtual and constructive simulation capabilities.

Photos by Senior Airman Jared Lovett

U.S. Air Force Col. Dean Berck, United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Warfare Center commander, provides a mission brief on the UAWC to U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker, USAFE-AFAFRICA commander, and NATO Air Chiefs at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Sep. 27.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Benjamin Soltis, 5th Combat Training Squadron deputy exercise director, briefs U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker, United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa commander, and NATO Air Chiefs on an upcoming readiness exercise during a tour of the USAFE-AFAFRICA Warfare Center, at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Sep. 27.

United States Air Forces in Europe– Air Forces Africa Warfare Center leadership provide a mission brief on the UAWC to U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker, USAFE-AFAFRICA commander, and NATO Air Chiefs at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Sep. 27. The UAWC’s mission is to support training for joint Allies and partner nation warfighters at the tactical, operational and strategic levels using diverse modeling and simulation networks.

(Right) Montenegran Lt. Col. Bojan Popadic, NATO air chief, participates in a Deployable Joint Fires Trainer simulator during a NATO Air Chiefs visit hosted by United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Warfare Center leadership at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Sep. 27. The UAWC is a multifaceted organization that enhances warfighter readiness across the European theater.

U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker, United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa commander, NATO Air Chiefs and USAFEAFAFRICA Warfare Center leadership pose for a photo at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Sep. 27. UAWC leadership provided the distinguished visitors with a mission brief and a tour of the training facilities.

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Medical Museum welcomed children, furry friends for Teddy Bear Clinic

by National Museum of Health and Medicine Public Affairs

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center pediatric residents and Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences medical students teach children about vitals and immunizations during Teddy Bear Clinic at the National Museum of Health and Medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland, Sep. 23.

Photo by Ian Herbst

made reflective headbands and doctor’s kits filled with images of items like bandages, syringes, cotton balls, and more.

By dressing and acting like a doctor, and other medical professionals, with their stuffed friends, the museum hopes to develop early inspiration in considering a field in medicine. One museum visitor said, “My favorite part was seeing doctors tell my girls if you can dream it, they can be it.”

Family fitness was the most active station. USUHS med students showed the children and their bears a variety of stretches that encourage blood flow and can help them avoid injuries.

Hearing was the final station before the children’s teddy bears received a clean bill of health.

Showing real equipment children often find intimidating at a doctor’s office, audiologists Dr.

Tasha Cantelmo, U.S. Army 1st Lt. Carly Halley, and Dr. Hannah Willison invited the young visitors to test their stuffed friend’s ears to become more relaxed with the process.

“The Teddy Bear Clinic provides a unique opportunity to highlight the role of military pediatrics and military audiology in a friendly setting that allows us to emphasize the historical and current value of military medicine to the nation,” said Schierkolk.

The museum’s public programs provide forums for informal learning that connect the mission of the Department of Defense museum with the public. For more information about upcoming events, call (301) 319-3300 or visit https:// www.medicalmuseum.health. mil

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Unfortunate weather didn’t stop the Sep. 23 Teddy Bear Clinic at the National Museum of Health and Medicine. After an absence of the event due to COVID-19, children once again donned lab coats and guided their stuffed animal “patients” to several stations to learn about healthy habits and the body. Stations were led by Walter Reed National Military Medical Center pediatric residents, Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences medical students, and audiologists from the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center and WRNMMC. After a short welcome into the museum, the young visitors came upon their first station focused on immunizations and vitals. The children were invited to listen to their teddy bears’ hearts, take their blood pressure and temperature, and administer a shot.

“These interactive stations help the children understand the procedures they see and experience when they visit a doctor’s office,” said Public Programs Manager Andrea Schierkolk.

“Hopefully the children feel more comfortable in a medical environment after this event.”

They continued their teddy bear doctor appointments at the dental station where, with the help of a giant teeth model, USUHS med students showed them how to properly brush and floss their teeth.

Across from the dental station, children drew their favorite meals on paper plates. A team made up of a WRNMMC pediatric resident, a USUHS med student, and a museum volunteer docent taught the children the importance of a balanced diet, emphasizing everything in moderation.

The nutrition station was not the only one where the children were invited to craft. Guided by WRNMMC pediatric residents, they

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21st Theater Sustainment Command Non-Commissioned Officer, Soldier of the Year Board Photos by Spc. Samuel Signor 21st Theater Sustainment Command

Cpl. Jacob Berkeley, human resources specialist 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, participates in the Army Combat Fitness Test as a part of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year Board at Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Oct. 2.

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Kofie Primus, senior enlisted advisor of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, listens to a Soldier as he gives an answer during the Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year Board on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Oct. 2. The Board was held to decide which Soldier and NCO will be representing the 21st TSC during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa NCO and Soldier of the Year Board.

U.S. Army Spc. Richard Dimacale, veterinary food inspection specialist at 64th Medical Detachment Veterinary Support Services, 30th Medical Brigade, participates in the Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year Board on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Oct. 2. Dimacale was chosen to go to the 21st TSC Soldier of the Year board as he was the 30th Medical Brigade’s Soldier of the Year, representing them.

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Terrell Brisentine, senior enlisted advisor of the 405th Army Field Support Brigade, asks questions to a Soldier during a board at the Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year Board at Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Oct. 2.

Brisentine was one of the board members who asked questions pertaining to training, sustainment, protection, and legal support during the NCO and Soldier of the Year Board.

(Left) U.S. Army Pfc. Tyrone Harden, military police officer at the 554th Military Police Company, 18th Military Police Brigade, answers a question asked by Command Sgt. Maj. Terrell Brisentine, senior enlisted advisor of the 405th Army Field Support Brigade, during the Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year Board on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Oct. 2.

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(Right) Cpl. Jacob Berkley (left), Human Resources specialist, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, poses with his sponsor Sgt. Brianna Ramirez (right), Human Resources specialist, HHC, 18th CSSB, 16th Sust. Brig., 21st TSC after winning the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year board on Panzer Kaserne, Oct. 2. Cpl. Berkley received an Army Commendation Medal from Command Sgt. Maj. Kofie Primus, senior enlisted advisor, 21st TSC, in recognition for being selected as the 21st TSC NCO of the Year.

Pfc. Tyrone Harden (left), military police, 554th Military Police Company, 18th Military Police Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, poses with his sponsor, Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Perry (right), military police, 554th MP Co., 18th MP Brig., 21st TSC, after winning the Soldier of the Year board on Panzer Kaserne, Oct. 2. Pfc. Harden received an Army Commendation Medal from Command Sgt. Maj. Kofie Primus, senior enlisted advisor, 21st TSC, in recognition for his selection as the 21st TSC Soldier of the Year.

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Story and photo by Mary Del Rosario U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz highlights Matthew Judy for Service Culture Spotlight!

Calling Port Charlotte, Florida, his hometown, Matthew serves as a cook for Landstuhl Child Development One. His primary duties include cooking breakfast, lunch and snacks for the Child and Youth Services children.

Matthew also maintains cleanliness standards in the kitchen. He washes dishes daily after mealtimes. In addition, Matthew orders food and supplies from vendors.

Matthew has been working for the garrison for 3 and a half years and has been in the civil service for 5 and a half years.

“I really enjoy seeing the happy kids at the facility every day. I love when the kids tell me they enjoyed the meals I’ve prepared. It is a great job to experience all the children growing up before your eyes. Getting to know the parents and the children really make me feel a connection to my job and the community.”

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Driving in Germany

by German American Community Office We’re back with yet another article in our driving series — this week, we’ll explain the German right before left rule.

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When does the right before left rule apply?

At intersections when there are no traffic signs, when there

are no traffic lights and when there is no police directing traffic. There is also a special sign, a black x on a triangular sign (see graphic), that means “right before left.” It is put up in areas where traffic rules have recently changed or where traffic is a little bit more complex.

In 30 speed limit zones, the right before left rule applies automatically unless there are other signs designating different rules.

The right lane rule does not apply at intersections that are driveways, parking lots and dirt tracks that lead up to a regular street.

How does the right before left rule work?

When approaching an intersection where the right before left rule applies, let your vehicle come to a halt and check if there is a vehicle to your right.

If there is, the vehicle to your right has the right of way. As soon as that vehicle is gone, you are free to go.

The right before left rule often also applies in residential areas so please be extra careful in those.

There is a nice website that explains some of the driving rules and some of the more difficult traffic situations well in English: https://routetogermany.com/ drivingingermany/right-of-way Next week, we’ll turn to defrosting windshields during the fall and winter season and let you know what you shouldn’t do.

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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 For more information about our services, please visit us on Facebook: Facebook.com/ RamsteinChapelOfficial Or at the Ramstein Air Base website: https://www.ramstein.af.mil/About/Fact-Sheets/ Display/Article/2597677/kmc-chapels/

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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

Wiccan Facebook.com/VogelwehOpenCircleSWC Service: Kapaun Annex, 7 p.m., Sat

Unitarian Universalist Facebook.com/ KaiserslauternUnitarianUniversalistFellowship Service: Kapaun Chapel, 1:30 p.m., 2nd & 4th Sun

Catholic Holy Family Catholic Community Facebook.com/RamsteinCatholicCommunity 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

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

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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

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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

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

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693rd ISS Airmen implement ACE in Operation EASY MAC

Participants of Operation EASY MAC pose for a group photo at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 20.

Story and photos by Senior Airman Jared Lovett 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The 693rd Intelligence Support Squadron executed Operation EASY MAC at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 19-21.

This exercise showcased the ability of the 693rd ISS to provide intelligence analysts with deployable communications capabilities over a three-day, crossorganization exercise.

“With the support of the 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron and the 1st Combat Communications Squadron, this event showcased the 693rd Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance Group’s ability to deploy intelligence capabilities in an austere environment,” said U.S. Air Force Capt. Kyle Hawn, 693rd ISS special missions flight commander. “By combining the 693rd ISRG’s operations and requirements with the capabilities of the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing, this exercise was the perfect venue to shape future requirements for various units across United States Air Forces in Europe, Air Forces Africa, and Air Combat Command.”

Day one of the exercise began with the initial setup of a Mobile Intelligence Continuity of Operations site, which consists of a temporary, sensitive, compartmentalized information facility and intelligence gathering equipment that was provided by the 1st ACOS. Ten units from across USAFE and ACC worked together to assemble the COOP site.

“The COOP site enables Airmen in intelligence career fields to per-

form their duties using Agile Combat Employment,” Hawn said. “This displays the vision that the 16th Air Force has for cyber Airmen being used in an operational capacity combined with intelligence Airmen having agile capabilities.”

According to Air Force Doctrine, ACE is a proactive and reactive operational scheme of maneuver executed within threat timelines to increase survivability while generating combat power.

Airmen implemented ACE by building a T-SCIF where they accomplished their duties of data collection in a simulated, challenging environment.

“The Airmen were put through various scenarios to challenge their ability to operate under difficult circumstances,” said Staff Sgt. Carl Jackson, 693rd ISS noncommissioned officer in charge of the cyber mission assurance team. “This training is vital to having Airmen that are always ready to accomplish the mission despite the operational environment.”

This exercise not only refines Airmen’s current skill sets, but it also provides insight on what the 693rd ISS can improve to ensure the success of missions to come, Hawn said.

“Without the great efforts made by the 435th AGOW and the 693rd ISRG, Operation EASY MAC would not have been the success that it was,” added Capt. Briana Grant, 1st ACOS operations flight commander.

The mission of the 693rd Intelligence Support Squadron is to innovate, progress, sustain and maintain information systems and technology assets for Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations.

Airmen assigned to the 1st Combat Communications Squadron set up internet access for participants of Operation EASY MAC, an Agile Combat Employment exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 19.

Members of the 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron set up a temporary, sensitive, compartmentalized information facility at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 19.

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(Above) Participants of Operation EASY MAC set up a temporary, sensitive, compartmentalized information facility at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 19.

Operation EASY MAC involves 10 units across United States Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa and Air Combat Command working together to assemble a Mobile Intelligence Continuity of Operations Site, allowing Airmen in intelligence career fields to perform their duties using Agile Combat Employment.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Seth Kidwell, 1st Combat Communications Squadron tactical communications technician, crimps an ethernet cable during Operation EASY MAC at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 19. Operation EASY MAC is a three-day, cross-organization exercise that allows the 693rd Intelligence Support Squadron to demonstrate their intelligence capabilities in an austere environment.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Seth Kidwell, 1st Combat Communications Squadron tactical communications technician, points a 2.4 meter antenna at a satellite during an Agile Combat Employment exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 20. According to Air Force Doctrine, ACE is a proactive and reactive operational scheme of maneuver executed within threat timelines to increase survivability while generating combat power.

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FEST DES FEDERWEISSEN (NEW WINE FEST)

CENTRAL PARK BAND — A TRIBUTE TO SIMON & GARFUNKEL

OCT. 12 – 15, CITY CENTER, LANDAU

OCT. 28, 8 P.M., FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN

Federweiβer is newly pressed wine and has a milky, white color which gives it its name. Enjoy the largest Federweiβer festival in the region, with wine tasting, regional dishes, rides, vendors and live music to round off the event.

Enjoy an evening with famous tunes from legendary Simon & Garfunkel, such as Sound of Silence, the Boxer, Mrs. Robinson and many more. https://tickets.kunstgriff-event.de/produkt/cpb23/

TIME TRAVEL – THE EXPERIENCE OF HISTORY

OCT. 29, 2 A.M., GERMANY/EUROPE-WIDE

OCT. 14, 2.30 P.M., STADTHALLE OFFICE/HAUPTSTRASSE 28, OTTERBERG

Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour to regular Central European Time.

Don’t miss your last chance this year to experience mobile time travel, the first of its kind in Germany. Climb aboard the rustic horse-drawn covered wagon and experience a unique ride through Otterberg, which combines tradition and modern technology. Feel the wind in your face, the jerking of the wagon and hear the clip-clop of the horse’s hooves and feel like you are actually alive in that time period. Tickets at: https://tickets. vgo-o.de/touristinfo/3cnwe-3

OCT. 31, KELTENDORF, STEINBACH (DONNERSBERG)

TIME CHANGE

SAMHAIN FESTIVAL

Fans of French specialties such as cheese, sausages and wine can look forward to delicious specialities, as part of the Martini city fest in Alzey. Shops will also be open for a Sunday shopping spree.

Prior to closing its gates for its winter break, the Celtic village in Steinbach will top off the season with a traditional Samhaim festival. The event has its origins 2,000 years ago and marks the end of the year and beginning of winter. Celts then ate, drank and celebrated the occasion together. The village will offer displays, bonfires, activities for kids and a walk with torches to the circle of spooky Celtic statues at the garden nearby, where guests will receive information about Celtic traditions at the large bonfire. Don’t miss out on this very special and different “Halloween” event. Visitors are requested to carpool, as parking is limited in the small village. For details, see: http://www.keltendorf-steinbach.de/

FLEA AND ANTIQUE MARKET

HALLOWEEN AT THE ZOO

OCT. 14, 10 A.M. – 5 P.M., AM FORUM, HOMBURG

OCT. 31, 5 – 8.30 P.M., ZOO SIEGELBACH

Shop around the largest flea market in the region and take home a few unique items, decoration handcraft or second-hand goods. Further dates on Nov. 4 and a special Christmas flea market on Dec. 4.

Spooky zebras, horrific monkeys, ghosts and goblins, a house of horrors? Experience how a zoo turns into a Halloween landscape and enjoy a creepy evening walk to let shivers run down your spine. Suitable for young children. https://www.zoo-kaiserslautern.com/en/1553-2/

OCT. 13 – 15, CITY CENTER, ALZEY

SONNTAGS UM 5, CONCERT OCT. 15, 5 P.M., FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN

HALLOWEEN AT CASTLE SATZVEY

A concert with the German Radio Philharmonics with solo artists Carolin Widmann violin, Valerie Eickhoff mezzo soprano and other excellent artists. Tickets: Tourist Information Kaiserslautern, Tel. 0631 – 365 2317.

OCT. 31, 2 P.M., MECHERNICH/EIFEL

KÜRBISAUSSTELLUNG (PUMPKIN EXHIBITION) UNTIL OCT. 31, GARTENSCHAU, KAISERSLAUTERN

This year’s pumpkin exhibition will feature an “underwater world” with from an over-dimensional shark head to Ariel the mermaid up to Sponge Bob. Tens of thousands of hand carved pumpkins will be on display and turn the park into one wonderful fall landscape. A special Halloween night for kids is scheduled on Oct. 31. For details see: https://www.gartenschau-kl.de/ LAUTRER KERWE – OKTOBERKERWE OCT. 20 – 30, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN

Don’t miss out on eleven fun-filled days with exciting rides, vendors, tents with music, food and drink and special attractions for kids. The carnival is the largest in the region. Shops will be open for Sunday shopping on Oct. 22.

WENDELINUSMARKT (AUTUMN MARKET) OCT. 22, 11 A.M., CITY CENTER, RAMSTEIN

Experience a typical autumn market with regional products, food and drink as well as Sunday shopping and get into the swing of fall!

HALLOWEEN IN THE CITY OCT. 28, 10 A.M. – 6 P.M., CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN

Visit downtown Kaiserslautern that will turn into one spooky Halloween landscape with pumpkins and lots of activities and fun for kids.

Spooky creatures, ghosts and goblins will crawl out of every crack of the castle and bamboozle visitors. The “parcours of horrors” in the dark castle park will let your blood run cold. The program is suitable for children and families, and the bands Rabengott and Katerfahrt will round off the goory event with musical highlights.

For details see: https://www.burgsatzvey.de/ ALL SAINTS‘ DAY NOV. 1, PUBLIC HOLIDAY IN RHEINLAND-PFALZ/SAARLAND/BADEN-WÜRTTEMBERG

Wednesday, Nov 1, is a public holiday with a religious background. All stores and offices will be closed to observe the occasion in Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria.

Please note that there is no holiday in Hessen and Berlin. The northern states and Hessen observe Reformation Day on Tuesday, Oct 31 as a public holiday.

NOVEMBERMARKT (WINE FEST/SUNDAY SHOPPING) NOV. 3-5, SCHLOSSPLATZ, PIRMASENS

Various regional winemakers will offer wine tasting, lots of regional specialities, live music and rides for young an old. Stores will be open on Sunday for shopping from 1 – 6 p.m. For details see: https://www.pirmasens. de/veranstaltungen MARTINUS WEINFEST ST. MARTIN NOV. 3 – 5, TOWN CENTER, ST. MARTIN (NEAR NEUSTADT)

St. Martin at southern Weinstrasse hosts the Martinus Weinfest very late in the season. It is considered to be the closing of the wine fest season and is held in honor of its patron saint St. Martin of Tours. Visitors are advised to take trains or park well outside of the village and walk, as the village center is blocked for the festival.

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APTS FOR RENT

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Fully equipped loft in Kreimbach-Kaulbach, 90sqm, 1 room, bath w/ shower+bathtub, seperate toilet, BIK, brand new a/c (perf. for someone w/ allergies), €650 + utilies. Deposit 1 month, avail now, call 0171-7471766.

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Beautiful apartment in Oberstaufenbach, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 100sqm, BIK, living/dining room, terrace, laundry room, no pets, available 19 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €850 +utl, deposit €1,700, call: 0176-6275-8373 Wal 2 BR apartment close to RAB, in Schwe- ter.Klinck@GMX.de delbach, 89 sqm, lliving room, BIK, 1 full bath, private parking, Housing approved, KTown: Modern and fully furnished top available November 1st, €790 +utl, Phone floor 2 Bedroom Apt, 1bth, Apartment, Tanja: +49 152 31 83 90 55, schehr@baum 86sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 11 Okt. 2023, Housing Approhardt.de ved, €1600 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@ prem-realestate.com

Huetschenhausen, 3.0bd, 2.5bth, Apartment, 177sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, no pets, available 15 Sep. 2023, €1100 +utl, call 06372/5966, mschuhma cher@online.de 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 114sqm, BIK, guest WC, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 29 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €890 +utl, call 06371 52868, j.breh merstork@kabelmail.de

Large renovated apt in Enkenbach, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 200sqm, BIK, balcony/ terrace, pets allowed, available 18 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1850 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com 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

2.0bd, 2.0bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, shared garage, pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €1750 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@som merimmo.de

Modern Furnished 1-bdrm Apartment near Park, 1bth, Apartment, 43sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 4 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €920 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 70sqm, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, Read your newspaper online to get the available 1 Sep. 2022, €90 +utl, call latest news on your desktop, cell phone or 0151537177, info@fewo-loewenzahn.de tablet. Browse through the website or click through the pages of the Kaiserslautern Kindsbach, 120sqm, 2BR, liv/dinrm, BIK, 1.5baths, 1basem, terr 70sqm, car parking, American flip pages.

Visit the Kaiserslautern American website: €1200+util, heating incl. in rent, 0162www.KaiserslauternAmerican.com 1730740

Modern and fully furnished 2 bdr Apt in Otterberg, 1bth, 111sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/ terrace, finished basement, pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 123sqm, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 22 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €870 +utl, twilde go@gmail.com

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3bd, 1bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, liv/ din, no pets, available 30 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €900 +utl, call 0631470116, 0163-7721447, rummlernadja@ gmx.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 3bd, 1bth, Apartment, 130sqm, no pets, 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com available 15 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1100 +utl, call +4917687018921, neu feld.waldemar@gmx.de

4bd, 1bth, Apartment, 140sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 21 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €1.050 +utl, My e-mail is My phone number is 0172-6985515 zenzie63@googlemail.com

HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE

Bruchmuehlbach-Miesau, 3bd, 2.5bth, Apartment, 240sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, cats allowed, available 5 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €2200 +utl, call +4917655787502, chriskollert@web.de

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

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 Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 166sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €2300 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

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

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Page 21 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

HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE 8bd, 5bth, House, 470sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 8 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €3800 +utl, call +49171-9524680, inform@tps-kl.de 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, nice duplex built 2012, 200sqm, 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, living-diningroom, BiK, storage, floor-heating, patio, yard, garage, avail start October 1st 2023, monthly rent 1850€ + util. Please contact on email: rmimmobilien@t-online.de or Mehlingen: Spacious and modern Towncall Ado on +49 1726801258 house, 3 bedrooms/2 baths, 219sqm, BIK, pets allowed, available 1 Nov. 2023, Housing Approved, €2400 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

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2 CAR GARAGE in the center of Kaiserslautern! Modern 2.0bd, 2.0bth, Townhouse, 172sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 28 September 2023, €3100 includes water, sewer and gas. Call/What's App +1 (310)980-9453, email: drmichellewild@ yahoo.com

TLA / TDY Bad Schwalbach, 5bd, 2.25bth, House, 243sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, dogs allowed, available 15 Oct 2023, Housing Approved, €3200 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 Building under construction: 9 Apart- 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de ments in Glan-Muenchweiler, from 81 sqm until 122 sqm with lift, Price from 283400 € until 438500 €. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ ksk-kusel.de FOR SALE: Unique log-cabin house in Waldmohr, close toRAB, 4bd, 4bth, 217sqm, open concept liv/din, fireplace, in-law suite, balcony, patio, yard, garden house, garage, carport, very well maintained, €499,000. Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com K'TOWN 10 MINS LOVELY FSH 5bd, Mackenbach house for sale, 4bd, 2.5bth, 2.5bth, 225sqm, pets neg, available imme210sqm, Housing Approved, €464.000 call diately, Housing Approved, €1980 +utl, WhatsApp +49172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@ic 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com loud.com Mehlbach, 5bd, 4bth, House, 360sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 19 Juli 2023, €450000 +utl, NataschaKuhn@gmx.de

1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 65sqm, BIK, liv, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, Modern FSH in Schoenenberg-Kuebel- available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approberg, 3 beds 2 + 2x 1/2 bath, 176sqm, BIK, ved, €125 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxu balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, rylodgingkl@yahoo.com available 1 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, BEAUTIFUL FULLY FURNISHED HOME IN €2600 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premKAISERSLAUTERN 3bd, 1.5bth, 100sqm, realestate.com available 25 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1660 +utl, WhatsApp 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

Bruchmuehlbach-Miesau, 3bd, 2bth, House, 152sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 6 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €1300 +utl, phone: 01631812121 michae la.schoe@yahoo.de

Duplex in Weselberg, close to LRMC, 3bd, 2bth, 179sqm, built-in kitchen w/pantry, open concept liv/din, patio & fencedin backyard, driveway, new heating system, available now, housing approved, €1790 +util, Contact Lilly: +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 85sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, private garage, 65" 4K Smart TV, Apple TV 4K, BOSE soundbar, PlayStatiRare find: Spacious & Fully Furnished on 5, home gym, sauna, grill, €1 +utl, call/ House for Long-term Renting, 3bd, 3.5bth, whatsapp +4915170149510 hello@stayHouse, 300sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, priva- eden.com te garage, pets allowed, available 31 Juli 2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 2023, Housing Approved, €3300 +utl, call sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de

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5bd, 2.5bth, House, 220sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, dogs allowed, available 31 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €3100 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.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 Konken, Townhouse, left/end unit, 5bd, 2bth, 165sqm, built-in kitchen, open liv/ din room, patio & fully fenced-in yard, available now, 2 private parking spots, housing approved, €1600 +util, Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@germanaid.com

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Free-standing house with private yard in best area of K-Town, 3bd, 2.5bth, House, 136sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 20 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €2250 +utl, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

Kaiserslautern duplex, close to soccer stadium, modern, heated floors, 4bd, 3bth, 240sqm, built-in kitchen, open concept liv/din, patio & backyard, garage, available Sept 1, housing approved, €2800 +utl, Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@ german-aid.com

Downtown Alt Stadt (Pedestrian Zone), Modern 4bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 193sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, basement, private garage, no pets, available 30 Sep. 2023, €2400 +utl, Epplergasse9@outlook.com

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KTown-Wiesenthalerhof:Modernized FSH with granny suite - Indoor Pool optional, 3bd, 1.5bth, House, 290sqm, BIK, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Nov. 2023, Housing Approved, €2500 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

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TLA / TDY

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2020 Hyundai SANTA FE Limited 2.0T, SUV, Front, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $29,999 (6962). 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 EcoSport Titanium AWD, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,499 (6564). 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 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 4MATIC, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $39,999 (6565). 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!

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2020 Ford Escape SE, SUV, Front, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,497 (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).

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2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $24,999 (6627). 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!

Restaurant – Beer Garden – Home Service Party Service – Catering – Buffets Fleischackerloch 1 • 66849 Landstuhl TEL. 06371 - 2497 FAX 06371 - 916768

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2020 Volkswagen Golf 1.5 TSI, $20,999 (7032). 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 Volkswagen Golf GTE Plug In Hybrid, EU, $29,997 (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!

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October 13, 2023 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo E 4x4, SUV, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $35,999 (6647). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631All ads & pics on www.FindItGuide.com 68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGui2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI S, Sedan / Sade.com! loon, Gas, Automatic, $28,995 (US-3914).

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2021 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 7-Passenger AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $49,999 (6746). 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!

2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport, SUV, Rear, Automatic, $41,499 (6718). 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!

2021 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback Select, Hatchback, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $27,899 (6335). 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!

2021 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4 AWD, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $34,999 (6681). 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!

2022 Audi Q3 quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $39,499 (6961). 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!

AUTOS

2020 Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $36,999 (6697). 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 Audi A5 Sportback Premium Plus 45 Quattro/AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $42,999 (6499).

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!

2021 BMW 118d Advantage, Hatchback, EU, Rear, Automatic, $27,997 (E6470). 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!

2021 BMW X1 xDrive28i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $35,499 (7055). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, 2021 Opel Corsa Electric, EU, $24,999 stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our (E6660). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 cars on FindItGuide.com!

Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@ 2021 BMW X1 xDrive28i, SUV, AWD/4WD, usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $35,799 FindItGuide.com!

(7012). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, 2021 Toyota Camry XSE V6, Sedan / SaWeilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, loon, Front, 8-Speed Automatic w/Sequen67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai tial Shift Mode, $35,999 (7028). The Used serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, our cars on FindItGuide.com!

Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar 2021 BMW X128i X-Drive, SUV, AWD/ guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGui4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force de.com!

GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf- 2021 Toyota C-HR Nightshade, Sedan, gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindIt- Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Guide.com!

Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf2021 BMW X4 xDrive30i AWD, SUV, AWD/ gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindIt4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/ Guide.com!

Sport Transmission, $47,599 (6659). 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!

2021 Ford Mustang Ecoboost2 Door Coupe, Coupe, Manual, $. 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!

2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab XL 4x4, Pickup, Rear, 10-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $32,999 (5944). 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!

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2022 Jeep Compass Sport, SUV, Front, Aisin 6-Speed Automatic, $29,999 (6778).

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!

2022 Toyota Corolla Cross LE, Crossover, Gas, Automatic, $31,995 (US-3893). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

Gourmet Tempel

Chin. Mongolian Sushi Restaurant

All you can eat & drink

Asian buffet sushi and grill Dinner Buffet Lunch Buffet

2022 BMW 2 Series M235i xDrive Gran Coupe, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $40,999 (6984). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net.

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2022 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $41,999 (7020). 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!

2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/ Sport Transmission, $45,999 (6670). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net.

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11:30 - 14:30, incl. one drink €15.90 15.90 On Saturdays, incl. all drinks €22.90 22.90 On Sundays, incl. all drinks €25.90 25.90

17:30 - 22:30 incl. all drinks

€28.90

Mainzer Str. 28 Phone: Business Hours: Sunday & Holidays: 67657 Kaiserslautern 0631 - 414 175 75 11:30 - 15:00 11:30 - 23:00 0631 - 414 175 76 17:30 - 23:00

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2021 Toyota Prius Hybrid 3rd Row, $27,699 (E7023). 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!

2021 Volkswagen Jetta S, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $22,995 (US-3948).

Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW X5 xDrive 40 I M-Sport, Midsize Sport Activity Vehicle, Automatic, $.

American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com.

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2022 Chevrolet Camaro LT, Coupe, Gas, Automatic, $29,995 (US-3922). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $24,995 (US-3988).

Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Dodge Challenger GT, Coupe, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volkswagen Jetta S, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $23,995 (US-4013).

Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Ford Bronco Sport AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $32,999 (6504). 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!

Oct. 13: Fou Fighterz - Tribute to Foo Fighters Oct. 14: Die große Onkelz Party mit SERPENTIN Oct. 31: Boppin B Nov. 3: Ziggys Stardust Nov. 4: Forgotten Sons - Tribute to Marillion/Fish Nov. 10: Rook Road Nov 11: Band up! for charity Nov. 17: Still Collins

MONDAY WINGS NIGHT * TUESDAY MEXICAN BEER+ WEDNESDAY MARGARITA+ THURSDAY RIBS* FRIDAY CAIPIRINHA NIGHT+ / KIDS MEAL° *all you can eat + 2 for 1 °half price

Irish House Eselsfürth 11 67657 Kaiserslautern Phone: 0631-40680 Email: irishhouse@web.de Closed: Thu - Sat

Mon, Wed & Thu 1100-2230 Tuesday closed Fri & Sat 1100-2300 Sun & holidays noon-2130

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Observation tower at the dyke near the town Schwedt, Brandenburg. The tower offers a panoramic view over National Park Unteres Odertal.

Photo by photolike/Shutterstock.com

Unexpected eastern Germany When most people think of east Germany, they think of Berlin, or Dresden, or the brooding forests and ancient rivers near the Czechia frontier. They rarely think of one of Germany’s most beautiful national parks.

Which is all the better, if you’re an adventurous traveler. Lower Oder Valley National Park is a gem, and you may just have the place to yourself if you’re there on the right day. Frequently flooded (with water, not visitors) during the spring, the park’s vast wetlands are made up of a mixture of salt and fresh water — which makes it unique in all of Germany.

Also fascinating: the park shares a border with Poland,

and staff work with their Polish counterparts to manage the vast natural reserve (as you’ve probably notice, birds pay no attention whatsoever to borders). Visitors, too, can easily move back and forth between the two countries while visiting the park.

There is also wildlife, and lots of it. More than 280 species of birds (which make up about half of that number), mammals, and amphibians can be found in the park. In the spring and autumn, the place is filled with migrating ducks, cranes, and geese. Some days, it feels like paradise.

through dense forest and past beautiful floodplains. You can (and will) feel completely alone and part of the natural environment, all at the same time.

The Wild Forest Trail is brilliant during any season, even winter. The best part? Depending on when you go, you’ll see different plants, flowers, birds, leaf colors, and much more. The trail also winds through the what are aspirationally called the Densen Mountains. They’re not really mountains – more like little rounded hills. But the place is so beautiful, you won’t mind.

Wild Forest Trail One of the highlights of Lower Oder Valley National Park is the aptly named Wild Forest Trail.

This seven-kilometer parth roams

Mescherin Observation Tower Even if you would never consider yourself a birdwatcher, the Mescherin Observation Tower is a must-do. It’s an excellent feat of

architecture (kids, especially, love running up and down the sort-of steep steps), and sits right next to the Oder, the river from which the park takes its name.

Once you stomp up to the top, stop and take in the view. The tower offers magnificent perspectives over the Staffede Polder (which is a piece of land that has been reclaimed from a natural body of water). From up top, you get an incredible feel for the richness and diversity of Lower Oder Valley National Park.

Warm weather tip: take a guided canoe tour When the weather is warm (generally from mid-July to midNovember), visitors can take guided canoe tours of Lower Oder Valley National Park. This is an

outstanding way to get up close and personal with all the wonders that surround you, and to learn a ton about them in the process. Sometimes, you’ll literally almost run into a beaver (though the birds generally don’t get too close).

For safety reasons, only guided tours are allowed. Because the marshland is maze-like, only park staff are allowed to put canoes in the water.

Getting to Lower Oder Valley National Park By car, the park is 7 hours from Kaiserslautern or Stuttgart, and 6.5 hours from Wiesbaden.

The park also makes for a great day trip from Berlin: it’s only an hour away by car.

Photo by RadekD/Shutterstock.com

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ABC IN KMC: Astonished attorneys Graphic by Alex Oakenman/Shutterstock.com

by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs’ Host Nation Office hosted a tour for Anwaltsverein Heidelberg (Attorney Association Heidelberg) on Sep. 29. The tour was initiated by Mr. Martin Moser, Local National Employment Policy, Headquarters United States Air Forces in Europe/ Air Forces Africa, Directorate of Manpower, Personnel and Services.

Ms. Elke Sittel of the Host Nation Office welcomed the visitors at West Gate and led them on a windshield tour around the north side of Ramstein Air Base. The group was able to view the housing area, schools, sports facilities and learn about responsibilities of Headquarters Air Command and its international support units.

The group then proceeded to a working lunch with discussions on exchange of information and future participation of Civilian Personnel Office members at

Senior Airman Tristan Walsh, 721 AMXS, explains features and instruments on the C-17 Globemaster flightdeck to an astonished visitor.

Courtesy photo

labor law lectures in Heidelberg.

With a workforce of over 2,000 local national employees on Ramstein Air Base, the Civilian Personnel Office strives to stay up to date with German employment laws and regulations.

After lunch, the base tour led the group past fire station I and

the Ramstein control tower to the fire department’s exercise aircraft, as well as a view of the two runways. A bit later, the group was especially excited about the opportunity to set foot on one of the U.S. Air Force’s largest cargo aircraft, a C-17 Globemaster.

Senior Master Sergeant

Trevor Derr, Lead Production Superintendent of 721 AMXS welcomed the group on board the aircraft and explained the layout and capabilities of the aircraft along with Ms. Sittel. The group was very impressed about the size of aircraft, its multipurpose use with a cargo load capacity of

about 77 tons, and the ability to transport 102 paratroopers or be modified for aeromedical evacuation. The visitors were astonished that the load master is required to always keep a close eye on materials and even has a “balcony” for a better view of the equipment inside the aircraft during flight.

In addition, the visitors had the opportunity to climb up onto the flightdeck where Technical Sergeant Sean McPadden and Senior Airman Tristan Walsh explained instruments and features and patiently answered dozens of questions. At the end of the visit, the guests highly enjoyed the opportunity of a group photo and did not want to leave the aircraft and its friendly personnel, as there was still so much to be asked about the aircraft and the job of the maintainers. The group thanked all parties involved and would like to express special appreciation to 721 AMXS, Senior Master Sergeant Derr and his team for their support.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Photo by Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock.com

RECURRING EVENTS

Jobs for Soldiers and their Families

DJ Blackout will be spinning a variety of music at the Tavern on the Rock bar every other Friday from 7 p.m. to midnight. For more information, call the Rheinlander Community Center at 531-2887 or 0611-143-531-2887, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Family and MWR has open continuous announcements for a specific shift (weekends/ evenings) for Soldiers and their Family members who are interested in supplementing their income to enhance their financial resiliency. Soldiers interested in these opportunities will need to seek approval from their chain of command as per requirements. These job listings are available on USAjobs, kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and baumholder.armymwr.com.

Bring Your Own Board Game at Strikers Bowling Center

Sports Officials and Scorekeepers Wanted

The Pinsetters’ Pub has Bring Your Own Board Game every Friday at 5 p.m. until closing. This is a free event and preregistration is not required. All gamers, 18 and older, are welcome. Food is available at Shawingz until 9 p.m. There are large and small tables provided for game play, and fabulous music to provide the right atmosphere for playing. For more info, call 5312834 or 0611-143-531-2834, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

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

Friday Pool Tournament

Are you a fan of Dinosaurs, or did you want to start your own archaeological expedition? Join the Baumholder Library, Friday November 3 from 1-3 p.m. and enjoy dino-themed activities, crafts, games and more. This event is free and for all ages. For more information, call the Baumholder Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks, at 531-2841 or 0611-143-5312841, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

DJ Blackout at the Tavern on the Rock

The Landstuhl Community Club hosts a free pool tournament from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. Sign-up is at 6 p.m., with the tournament beginning at 6:30 p.m. Prizes are 1st place $50; 2nd place $25; and 3rd place $10.

Contestants must be 18 years or older.

For more info, call the Landstuhl Community Club at 06371- 86-7244 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Chuck’s Pub Trivia at Armstrong’s Club Armstrong’s Club announces Chuck’s Pub Trivia every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m., Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This trivia is a professional, multi-media competition with different formats and puzzles for teams to solve.

Bring a team or join one. Grand prize is $50For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Big Stage Karaoke at Kazabra Perform Karaoke on the Big Stage at the Kazabra Club Friday, Sep. 22 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 info, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Dinovember-Baumholder Library

For more information visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com

NAF Sale Family and MWR is having a NonAppropriated Funds Sale Friday, Nov. 17 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the MWR Special Events Center, Bldg. 237 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. A listing of items to be sold will be published as it gets closer to the NAF Sale. All items are as is and all sales are final. This event is open to all U.S. ID cardholders. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Rolling Hills Night Golf Celebrate the season at the night golf scramble Oct. 13 on the Disc Golf Course at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Golfers are asked to show up an hour before dark to walk through the procedures. For more information, call the Rolling Hills Golf Course at 5313408/3409 or 0611-143-531-3408/3409 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Christmas Markets-Army Outdoor Recreation

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever The Award-winning KMC Onstage is pleased to present its Youth Performance: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Nov. 3-5 and Nov. 17-19. Shows are 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday at the KMC Onstage Studio, Daenner Kaserne, Bldg. 3109. Advance purchase is $15/$13 for ages 2 to 18, 65 and older, and students. At the door cost is $17/$15. For more information, call 541-9129 or 0611143-541-9129 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Jokes at Kazabra-An Expert’s Guide A night of laughs is set to happen on Friday, Oct. 13 at the Kazabra Club, Bldg.

2057 on Vogelweh. The Jokes at Kazabra Comedy Show starts at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10 at the bar.

Headliner Kendra Borgen, whose show “Gone Girls: Alaskans in Exile” was a soldout success in February 2023 in Wiesbaden.

Feature Joel Bryant is a recognizable actor from many TV, film and commercial spots such as “Monk,” “The Heartbreak Kid,” “LA Macabre,” and “Criminal Minds.” Local Comedian Erin Crouch will host the show.

Travel to some of Europe’s finest Christmas markets November through December with Baumholder Outdoor Recreation. Call 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com

Fitness Center and on Wednesday at 7 to 8 p.m. at the Massage and Yoga Studio on Pulaski Barracks. Cost is $80 for eight weeks, and $15 for a one-time drop-in opportunity. For more information, please email raksdejah@outlook.com or call 0151-72217534, or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club Patrons can learn to Two-Step and other dance styles with free beginner dance lessons now till Nov. 8 at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing.

This is a six-week class that meets once a week on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Focus will be on Two-Step, Swing, and Line Dancing.

For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Trivia Night at the Landstuhl Community Club The Landstuhl Community Club is hosting a monthly Trivia Night the first Thursday of every month with the next on November 2. This is a groups or single trivia style.

Winners will receive a prize of $50. This is a free event. For more information, call the Landstuhl Community Club at 486-7244 or 06371-86-6107 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

to attend and celebrate. Registration is required and can be done by calling 531-2850/541-9000 or 0611-143-5312850/ 0611-143-541-9000. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Costume Karaoke The only thing better than Karaoke is doing it in costume! Join in on the fun with Costume Karaoke, October 21, 6-10 p.m. at the Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780, Landstuhl Post. Come dressed as your favorite singer, actor, Carebear, or let you imagination run wild. This event is free and open to 18+. Call 486-7244 or 06371-86-7244 for more information.

Halloween Party & Costume Contest Landstuhl Community Club is hosting a Halloween Party and Costume Contest with a live DJ Saturday, Oct. 28, from 6 p.m. to midnight at the club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. For adults, 18 and older.

Shawingz will have a Halloween special.

The Costume Contest is from 8 to 10 p.m.

Costume Contest categories will be ‘Most Creative’ and ‘Scariest’ and prizes will be given for the First to Third Place winners ($50, $20, $10). For more information, call the Landstuhl Community Club at 486-7244 or 06371-86-7244, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Functional Fitness Competition Hip Hop Night at Kazabra Club Kazabra Club presents Hip Hop Night, starting October 27, every 4th Friday of the month. Doors open at 7 p.m. with no cover charge. The party starts at 8 p.m. and lasts until 1 a.m. featuring specialty drinks, Hip Hop, R&B, pop-rap, latest hits.

For more information, call Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057, Vogelweh, at 0173-324-7716 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com for more information.

Halloween 5K Costume Fun Run Dress up in Halloween costume and take part in this free 5K Halloween Fun Run, October 28. Registration is 9 a.m., run start is 10 a.m. Zombies, mummies, dogs, strollers and families are welcome to walk or run the distance. The event takes place at the Special Events Center, Bldg. 237, Rhine Ordnance Barracks. Dogs must be on a leash and zombies are forbidden to attack anyone. The 3 best costumes in two categories, adult and child will win a prize!

For more information, contact jana.goode. naf@army.mil or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Middle Eastern Dance Class For those who want to add something unique to their fitness routine, the Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Program is offering Middle Eastern Dance Class with Dejah. The classes start on Monday Oct. 2 at 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. at the Sembach

Athletes will show their proficiency across a variety of movement patterns, activities, and energy systems at the Functional Fitness Competition Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Functional Fitness Training Center, Bldg. 229 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. Entry fee is $20. This competition is capped at 20 participants.

Participants must register on or before Oct. 6 at Sembach, Kleber, ROB, Landstuhl or Mountaineer Fitness Centers.

Start Smart Basketball Registration Registration for Start Smart Basketball for ages 3 to 4 is Oct. 16 to Nov. 24 or when sessions are full. Cost is $30. Location is in Landstuhl. Start Smart is a parent/child interactive program lead by a Sports and Fitness Specialist. For more information or to register, call 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.

I Still Do, Reunification of Vows The Army Community Service’s Family Advocacy Program are hosting a free I Still do, Reunification of Vows event Oct. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Open to all ID card holders, who are married or in a relationship. Families are welcomed

Halloween Weekend at Armstrong’s Club Celebrate Halloween Weekend at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg., 1036, on Vogelweh Housing. Halloween-themed Pub Trivia with host Chuck is Friday, Oct. 27 from 7 to 10 p.m. Dance the night away with the best mixes from DJ Smooth at the Halloween Freak Show Party on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0631-3406-3993 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Halloween Costume Contest Party

Tavern on the Rock is hosting a Halloween Costume Contest Party Oct. 28 starting at 9 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Costume signups are from 9 to 11 p.m. at the door. Signup is required to participate in the contest. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. There will be karaoke, food, and drinks. For more information, call the Rheinlander Community Center at 531-2887 or 0611143-531-2887, or visit baumholder. armymwr.com.

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October 13, 2023

Page 31 NOW SHOWING AT RAMSTEIN AIR BASE

AT THE MOVIES

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BIOGRAPHY/DRAMA

TODAY Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (NR) 1800, 1900 The Hill (PG) 1500 Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (PG) 1545 The Creator (PG-13) 1600

Screenshots and poster by Briarcliff Entertainment

The Hill (2023)

The Exorcist: Believer (R) 1615

The true story of Rickey Hill, the son of a travelling pastor who overcomes physical obstacles to pursue his dream of playing baseball in the major leagues.

SATURDAY Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (NR) 1830, 1930

Cast: Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford, Joelle Carter Director: Jeff Celentano

The Hill (PG) 2045 Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (PG) 1200, 1430, 1600, 1700 The Creator (PG-13) 1215, 1515 The Exorcist: Believer (R) 1300, 1415, 2045 A Haunting in Venice (PG-13) 1200, 1815

MUSIC/MUSICAL

ADVENTURE/ANIMATION

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (2023)

Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023)

SUNDAY

The cultural phenomenon continues as pop icon Taylor Swift performs hit songs in a once-in-a-lifetime concert experience.

The PAW Patrol pups magically gain superpowers after a meteor strikes Adventure City. However, things take a turn for the worse when Humdinger and a mad scientist steal their powers and turn themselves into supervillains. As the team springs into action to save the city, Skye soon learns that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference.

The Hill (PG) 1600

Artist: Taylor Swift Director: Sam Wrench

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (NR) 1800, 1830

Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (PG) 1300, 1530 The Creator (PG-13) 1230, 1545 The Exorcist: Believer (R) 1245, 1530,1845 A Haunting in Venice (PG-13) 1315, 1900

MONDAY CLOSED

Poster by AMC Theatres

Poster by Paramount Pictures

Cast: Brice Gonzalez, Kim Kardashian, Will Brisbin Director: Cal Brunker

TUESDAY CLOSED

WEDNESDAY

THRILLER/HORROR

CLOSED

The Exorcist: Believer (2023)

The Creator (2023)

THURSDAY

When his daughter, Angela, and her friend Katherine, show signs of demonic possession, it unleashes a chain of events that forces single father Victor Fielding to confront the nadir of evil. Terrified and desperate, he seeks out Chris MacNeil, the only person alive who’s witnessed anything like it before.

As a future war between the human race and artificial intelligence rages on, ex-special forces agent Joshua is recruited to hunt down and kill the Creator, the elusive architect of advanced AI. The Creator has developed a mysterious weapon that has the power to end the war and all of mankind.

As Joshua and his team of elite operatives venture into enemy-occupied territory, they soon discover the world-ending weapon is actually an AI in the form of a young child.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (NR) 1830

Cast: Leslie Odom Jr., Ann Dowd, Jennifer Nettles Director: David Gordon Green Poster by Universal Pictures

ACTION/ADVENTURE

Cast: John David Washington, Gemma Chan, Ken Watanabe Poster by 20th Century Studios Director: Gareth Edwards

The Hill (PG) 1830 The Creator (PG-13) 1815 The Exorcist: Believer (R) 1845

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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