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DoS visits Kenya Navy Base in Manda Bay, Kenya, Pages 6 & 7
21st TSC’s Headquarters, Head quarters Company CoC, Page 12
Tick prevention begins before stepping outdoors, Page 25
MRCE hosts Army Family Forum, Page 28
September 18, 2026 | Volume 50, Number 37
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Marching in memory:
Kaiserslautern Military Community honors 9/11 heroes
86th Security Forces Squadron Airmen stand at parade rest during the opening remarks of the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11. The event organizers designed the remembrance ceremony as a way to encourage reflection on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and challenge participants to honor the legacy of the heroes and victims from that day.
See MEMORIAL, Pages 16 & 17
Can’t-Miss German Day Trips A-Z: Landau Landau is a great destination any time of the year. The large town in the heart of the Pfalz wine region has parks, vineyards, hills, forests, a lovely pedestrian zone and easy access to exotic See LANDAU, Page 30
“Tony” is the featured movie of the week, Page 31
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Rheinland-Pfalz State Minister strengthens ties in visit with 86th Airlift Wing Photos by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan D. Bump, 86th Airlift Wing deputy commander, provides an information and capabilities brief for State Minister Achim Schwickert, Rheinland-Pfalz State Minister of the Interior for Integration and Transport, during a visit at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 2. Bump highlighted the importance of the partnership between Rheinland-Pfalz and the 86th Airlift Wing, and the continued support of German state leaders for the wing’s mission. Over the decades, the office of the Ministry of the Interior for Integration and Transportation and 86th Airlift Wing have collaborated on a variety of security and infrastructure topics, ensuring a strong local working relationship.
U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan D. Bump, 86th Airlift Wing deputy commander, greets State Minister Achim Schwickert, Rheinland-Pfalz State Minister of the Interior for Integration and Transport, during a visit at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 2.
U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan D. Bump, 86th Airlift Wing deputy commander, speaks to State Minister Achim Schwickert, Rheinland-Pfalz State Minister of the Interior for Integration and Transport, about flightline capabilities inside the air traffic control tower during a visit at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 2. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss areas of mutual importance, including security, police cooperation, disaster response, crisis support, integration and road safety.
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CSAF, CMSAF highlight forward readiness, deterrence during visit to Spangdahlem Air Base
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, left, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Wolfe address Airmen during an all call at Spangdahlem Air Base, Aug. 27. During their visit Wilsbach and Wolfe addressed the vital importance of readiness, modernization and support to Airmen and families. Photo by Airman 1st Class Gianna Cucci
by 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David R. Wolfe visited Spangdahlem Air Base Aug. 27, where they met with Airmen, recognized outstanding performers and received updates on how the 52nd Fighter Wing is sustaining operations across the European theater. The visit included meetings with wing leaders, a mission brief and an all-call with Airmen from operations, maintenance and mission support organizations across the installation. Wilsbach and Wolfe also recognized one Bronze Star recipient and four Distinguished Flying Cross recipients, highlighting the professionalism and service reflected across the wing. They also visited units and workspaces, where Airmen described how their teams are balancing day-to-day fighter operations with short-notice taskings and evolving mission demands.
Throughout the visit, senior leaders saw how the wing’s mission extends beyond sortie generation alone. Airmen from across the base showcased the coordination required to sustain deployments, support theater operations and remain prepared to respond under compressed timelines. “Readiness is fundamental,” Wilsbach said. “When our Airmen have the tools and training to execute, our aircraft fly and our missions succeed.” That effort spans far beyond the flight line. Maintainers, defenders, communicators, logisticians, medics, engineers and force support Airmen showcased how their expertise contributes to the wing’s ability to generate and sustain airpower on demand. The visit also highlighted Spangdahlem’s role beyond fighter operations. Representatives from the 726th Air Mobility Squadron, an Air Mobility Command tenant unit on base, joined Airmen from across the wing to demonstrate
the coordination and capabilities required to sustain high-speed mobility operations as theater demands shift. Airmen across the wing are often required to work through shifting plans and complex coordination challenges on tight real-world deadlines. For senior leaders, those demands reinforced that readiness depends not only on aircraft and aircrews, but on the broader team that enables the mission. “Every Airman, no matter their specialty, contributes to the mission,” Wilsbach said. “Each of you plays a part in our ability to generate airpower in every corner of the world.” For Wilsbach and Wolfe, the visit also underscored the importance of standards, trust and accountability in formations expected to move quickly and perform during real-world demands. During engagements with installation first sergeants and Airman Leadership School instructors, he emphasized the role of discipline
in sustaining mission success and the significance behind readiness for warfighters. “Why are we so laser focused [on Physical Fitness] ... more than we have in my entire career and your entire career. Why is that happening?” Wolfe said. “The tie between your physical health and every other marker in your life is strong. It’s an indicator in how you’re going to be doing in all facets of your life.” Wolfe stressed that one’s mental health is directly tied to how well Airmen are taking care of their bodies. He said for example, recent data strongly suggests that Airmen with high PT scores perform better on deployments. The visit also reflected the broader reach of the wing’s mission beyond Spangdahlem itself. Airmen assigned to geographically separated units across the region contribute to the 52nd Fighter Wing’s ability to support Allied and partner operations across Europe. The day before arriving at
Spangdahlem, Wilsbach and Wolfe visited the wing’s Detachment 1 at Lask Air Base, Poland, where they met with Airmen supporting Allied integration efforts. U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, said the visit gave Airmen an opportunity to demonstrate how the wing turns daily preparation into on-demand operational capability. “Spangdahlem Airmen generate combat power through professionalism, adaptability and teamwork,” Lutmer said. “Saber Sharp means staying ready to move fast, respond decisively and be first to the fight when the mission calls.” For more information about the 52nd Fighter Wing and its mission, visit www.spangdahlem.af.mil. For additional information, please contact 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs at 52FW.PA.Office@us.af. mil or by calling DSN (314) 4526555 or commercial: +49-656561-6555.
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TAKE NOTE
Kaiserslautern Military Community’s Family Housing OFF-Base Housing
Retiree Activities Office Open Every 1st Tuesday of the month retiree infos on AFN from 9 to 9:30 a.m. with the RAO. Also, every second Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m., RiG (Retiring in Germany) briefing at the conference room at our Kapaun office. Open to everyone, active duty, soon to be retirees, retirees , DOD civilians, spouses, surviving spouses, everybody is welcome. The RAO is also seeking volunteers who would like to continue serving the military community. If you enjoy helping fellow retirees and their families, we invite you to join our team. Training is provided, and even a few hours each week can make a lasting impact.
Take advantage of the Housing Referral Office’s (HRO) assistance, knowledge and expertise. If you are stumped and require guidance, the HRO can provide you with assistance with your rental contract. Services provided. The KMC Housing Flight continues to provide off-base referral services with: » Translations/interpretations when dealing with the Landlord, pertaining to your rental contract. » General information on military housing allowances » Listings of private local rental housing using Homes.mil @ https://www.homes.mil (HOMES.mil is a service designed to connect service members and their families with community housing rental listings located near U.S. military bases) » Assistance in locating an off-base home » Assistance with rental negotiations » Assistance in obtaining furniture and appliance support » Assistance with tenant and Landlord complaints » Assistance when dealing with utility bills » Assistance with the final-out inspection of premises with tenant and property owner
Office hours: Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Closed daily from noon–1 p.m. Location: 86th Airlift Wing Retiree Activities Office Kapaun Air Station Contact us: Email: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil DSN: 480-5486 Commercial: +49 6371-47-5486 Whether you need assistance with your retirement benefits or are interested in volunteering, we look forward to welcoming you. The 86 AW/RAO is committed to serving those who served.
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Updated Clinic Hours – Important Notice The 86th Medical Group has updated hours to support mandatory training and unit readiness. The clinic will be CLOSED all day on the third Wednesday of every month for mandatory training. 2026 closure dates are as follows: July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16. Additionally, we will close at 3 p.m. every Wednesday for unit physical training (PT). Need medical advice while we’re training? Call the Nurse Advice Line: 0800-825-1600 or 06371-46-2273 (Option 3). For life-threatening emergencies, dial 112 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. Thank you for your understanding as we work to maintain a ready and resilient medical force. 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 www.ramstein.af.mil. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-9199.
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If you need legal assistance: Assistance can be obtained through your base installation Legal Assistance Office. HRO personnel are available to assist with mediation of Landlord/Tenant disputes. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved, members will be referred to the Legal Office for guidance. Ultimately, disputes that cannot be resolved through assisted mediation must be resolved through the German legal system.
Finance Customer Service Finance customer service walk-ins are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. MondayFriday, in building 2108. Appointments can be booked through the QR code. For all other matters, please submit a ticket through the Comptroller Services Portal at https://csp.cce.af.mil/
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Strengthening partnership: Department of State visits Kenya Navy Base in Manda Bay, Kenya by Senior Airman Luis Gomez 406th Air Expeditionary Wing Kenya Navy Base and the 475th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron welcomed Frank Garcia, Assistant Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State Bureau of African Affairs, and Susan Burns, Chargé d’Affaires, U.S. Embassy Nairobi, in Manda Bay, Kenya, Sept. 7, to see firsthand the mission of U.S. Forces and the Kenya Defence Forces. The visit showcased not just the ironclad U.S. - Kenyan partnership, but also the ongoing 10,000foot runway expansion project at Manda Bay, which is being financed by the United States. The upgrade will enable enhanced military and counter-terror operations, as well as boost regional security and prosperity. The visit allowed U.S. and Kenyan troops to engage with the Assistant Secretary and Chargé d’Affaires and ask questions.
Frank Garcia, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, left, and Brigadier Lazarus P. Wafula, Kenya Navy Base – Manda Bay, Base Commander, right, walk together at the start of an immersion tour at Manda Bay, Kenya, Sept. 9. Garcia visited the installation to engage with both Kenyan Defence Forces and U.S. Forces to learn more about their mission and the partnership between the Department of War and Department of State to benefit U.S. - Kenyan security cooperation. Photos by Senior Airman Luis Gomez
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Frank Garcia, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, center, meets with members of the Kenyan Defence Forces during an immersion at Manda Bay, Kenya, Sept. 9.
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Frank Garcia, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, right, meets with U.S. military members assigned to the 475th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron during an immersion at Manda Bay, Kenya, Sept. 9. Manda Bay provides both the U.S. and Kenya a strategic location to conduct peacekeeping operations and enhance the capacity of regional partner nations. Frank Garcia, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, right, shakes hands with Brigadier Lazarus P. Wafula, Kenya Navy Base – Manda Bay, Base Commander, left, during an immersion tour at Manda Bay, Kenya, Sept. 9. The visit allowed Department of State leadership to see firsthand the progress on projects such as the 10,000-foot runway that is projected to enhance U.S. and Kenyan operational capabilities by allowing a broader range of aircraft to operate from Manda Bay, increasing the collective capacity for rapid response, logistical support, medical evacuation, and humanitarian assistance missions.
Susan Burns, Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Embassy Nairobi, center left, Frank Garcia, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, center, and Brigadier Lazarus P. Wafula, Kenya Navy Base – Manda Bay, Base Commander, center right, pose for a group photo with the Kenyan Defence Force and U.S. Forces during an immersion visit to at Manda Bay, Kenya, Sept. 9. The relationship between the 475th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron and the Kenyan Defence Forces helps drive security initiatives, economic ties, and interoperability to foster peace across the Horn of Africa.
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521 AMOW/CC Immersion Tour Photos by Senior Airman Victoria Edwards 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing
Airmen assigned to the 721st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (AMXS) refuel a C-17 Globemaster III at Ramstein Air Base, July 23. The 721st AMXS hosted 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing leadership for an immersion tour to highlight the Airmen assigned to the unit and the capabilities they bring to the 521st AMOW mission.
U.S. Air Force Col. Angela Polsinelli, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing commander, greets 726th Air Mobility Squadron Airmen in the passenger terminal at Spangdahlem Air Base, July 24. The 726th AMS provides command and control, en-route aircraft maintenance and air transportation services for AMC aircraft on missions through the European theater.
U.S. Air Force Col. Angela Polsinelli, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Simon Fancher, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing command chief, tour the passenger terminal at Ramstein Air Base, July 22. Polsinelli and Fancher visited the 721st Aerial Port Squadron during an immersion tour to hear from the Airmen assigned to the unit and the see capabilities they bring to the 521st AMOW mission.
U.S. Air Force Col. Angela Polsinelli, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing commander, left, Airman 1st Class Niminitzli Linan, 721st Mobility Support Squadron intelligence analyst, middle, and Chief Master Sgt. Simon Fancher, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing command chief, right, talk after a demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, July 20. Polsinelli and Fancher visited the 721st MSS during an immersion tour to hear from the Airmen about the squadron's successes, challenges and opportunities for wing-level advocacy.
521st Air Mobility Operations Wing leadership watches an equipment demonstration during an immersion tour July 14, Naval Station Rota, Spain. During the tour, 725th Air Mobility Squadron Airmen showcased how they are innovating and executing the mission and discussed the squadron's successes, challenges and opportunities for wing-level advocacy.
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U.S. Army Service members and personnel of the Northern Atlantic Treaty Organization participate in the 21st Theater Sustainment Command 2026 Army Sustainment Tabletop Exercise held on Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 1. Participants discussed simulated challenges and developed coordinated approaches to improve collective preparedness and response capabilities.
NATO allies strengthen sustainment cooperation during multinational tabletop exercise Story & photos by Pfc. Kaiden Silversmith 21st Theater Sustainment Command U.S. Army Soldiers, NATO members and multinational partners came together for a tabletop exercise on Ramstein Air Base, to discuss sustainment challenges and strengthen coordination across the alliance. The exercise brought together military leaders, planners, subject-matter experts and supporting personnel from the United States and participating NATO nations to rehearse command-andcontrol processes in a simulated operational environment. Unlike a field exercise, the tabletop format emphasized decision-making rather than physical maneuver. Participants worked through a series of evolving scenarios that required headquarters and national representatives to assess information, coordinate responses and make decisions within a multinational framework. The multinational tabletop exercise also allowed participants to examine how NATO forces can improve the movement of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout Europe while identifying challenges that could affect large-scale operations. For Command Sgt. Maj. Jimmy Ingram, brigade command sergeant major for the 16th Sustainment Brigade,
one of the most important outcomes of the exercise was building relationships among NATO partners. “Relationship building is knowing each other’s capabilities across all the host nations and then building those networks and those relationships,” Ingram said. “I think that is a key takeaway.” The conversations revealed that the challenge was not simply moving equipment across Europe. Participants also discussed the relationships, infrastructure and coordination needed to make multinational sustainment work. “We’re all pretty much aligned,” Ingram said. “However, I’ve noticed there are some gaps, and I think that’s why this is so important, figuring out those gaps and what we can do to put capabilities to those gaps.” Capt. Cody Gunther, an exercise planner with the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, explained that bringing representatives from different nations together helps create connections that can support future operations. “Sometimes the delay between figuring out what your problem is and finding the answer is just knowing who to talk to,” Gunther said. “Making those connections is really the most important thing that we’re going to do here and carry forward with the people who have attended.”
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Michael Lalor, (right) commanding general of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. Denice Malave, the senior enlisted advisor for the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, attend the 21st TSC 2026 Army Sustainment Tabletop Exercise held on Ramstein Air Base, on Sept. 16. The tabletop exercise focused on improving coordination, communication and collective readiness among participating organizations.
Infrastructure investment was another major topic discussed during the exercise. Gunther emphasized that effective sustainment operations depend on long-term investments in transportation networks, logistics bases and storage facilities. “None of the things that we do from a theater level can happen without long-term planning,” Gunther said. “This stuff isn’t going to happen in the next six months. This is five, 10, 15 years down the road.” Lt. Col. Patrick Van Wijnbergen, a NATO representative from the Dutch Army serving as branch head for movement and transportation, also highlighted the importance of reliable infrastructure and coordinated logistics. “If our infrastructure is not great and we have
delays, the adversary knows we are not on time,” Van Wijnbergen said. “So investing in infrastructure is quite important.” Van Wijnbergen said increased coordination among NATO nations could help improve the alliance’s overall logistics and distribution capabilities. He emphasized the importance of shared systems, multinational logistics and training that reflects how NATO forces would operate during a real-world conflict. “If we keep fighting as separate countries within NATO’s structure, it won’t work,” Van Wijnbergen said. “[Those] in front will fight hard, but if we cannot sustain them or move them, we’ve got a problem.” Although Van Wijnbergen and Gunther represent different armies, both emphasized the same
challenges: No single nation can effectively operate alone during a large-scale conflict in Europe. Their shared perspectives highlighted the importance of building relationships, improving coordination and understanding each nation’s capabilities before those partnerships are needed in real world operation. “The U.S. is not going to fight a conflict in Europe by itself,” Gunther said. “We have to learn how to operate with our partner forces.” For those involved, the exercise was also an opportunity to leave with something more practical than a completed scenario; new professional relationships and a better understanding of the people and capabilities they may one day need to work alongside.
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UNTERWEGS BAD DÜRKHEIMER WURSTMARKT SEP. 18-21, BRÜHLWIESEN, BAD DÜRKHEIM
The Bad Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt is the biggest wine festival in the world and will take place over two weekends in September. The Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt is a folk festival over 600 years old. Each year, more than 600,000 people visit the festival, which is known for its wheelbarrow stalls, over 300 regional wines, and its diverse program. Train travel is recommended to visitors from the KMC. HIPPIE MARKET SEP. 12, GELTERSWOOG, KAISERSLAUTERN
Get into the 60’s and 70’s groove and visit the iconic Hippie Market with good vibes, Ibiza Market, yoga, organic house music, handmade items, sustainable fashion, décor, jewelry and live music. KERWE (VILLAGE FEST), SEPTEMBER, VARIOUS DATES/LOCATIONS IN THE KMC: Kottweiler-Schwanden Sep. 18, Weilerbach Sep. 25, and Otterbach Sep. 25, Reuschbach Sep. 25. Also check your local “Amtsblatt” and watch for signs and posters for further dates in individual towns . CITY WALK IN SPEYER
SEP. 12, 10:30 A.M., TOURIST INFO, SPEYER
Guided tour in English: On this varied city tour through Speyer’s Old Town, you will learn all about the history of the city. You will walk around the cathedral and can visit the beautiful Protestant Trinity Church from the inside. You will also visit our second UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medieval Jewish Courtyard with the SchPIRA Museum, which vividly showcases Jewish life in Speyer over the past centuries. The well-preserved ritual bath, the mikvah, and the remains of the synagogue and the women’s study hall will leave a lasting impression—that’s a promise! Please note that during the tour, you can only view the cathedral from the outside. Entrance to the Jewish Courtyard is included in the price. Further dates: Sep. 19, 26, Oct. 3 and 10. Registration required: touristinformation@stadt-speyer.de RAMSTEINER KERWE SEP. 18 – 23, MARKET SQUARE, RAMSTEIN
Visitors can experience the classic local atmosphere, including Pfälzer customs, music, and decorations suitable for a German Kerwe. Food and Drinks: Local and regional cuisine, including specialties, beer gardens, and street food are available throughout the event. Multiple stages or venues host live music, performances, and possibly carnival attractions aimed at both families and adults. Parades, games, and social gatherings allow locals and visitors to mingle, fostering cultural and regional engagement. Join the fun and meet new friends and neighbors. HERBSTMARKT MIT WEINDORF IN LANDAU SEP. 12 – 20, CITY CENTER, LANDAU
Landau autumn market with its traditional wine village invites you to the south of the Palatinate in mid-September. A total of 71 white and 52 red grape varieties are cultivated here, just the right variety for your discerning taste! PUMPKIN WEIGHING CHAMPIONSHIP SEP. 20, 1 P.M., GARTENSCHAU, KAISERSLAUTERN
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The 18th Open Rhineland-Palatinate Pumpkin Weighing Championship is taking place in Kaiserslautern. Both hobby gardeners and pumpkin growers can take part in the competition to show their giant pumpkin to the jury and the audience. In addition to the heaviest pumpkin, the most beautiful pumpkin will also be crowned. Last year, the heaviest pumpkin weighed 834.9 kilograms (1840 pounds). TSUKIMI FESTIVAL SEP. 20 AND 21, 7 – 10 P.M., JAPANESE GARDEN, KAISERSLAUTERN
The Japanese Garten will host a Tsukimi, or Moon Fest on Sep. 20 and 21. The ponds and waterfall will be illuminated, and the garden will offer a diverse evening program. The Gartenimbiss will offer specials. PUMPKIN EXHIBITION UNTIL OCT. 31, NEUMÜHLEPARK/GARTENSCHAU, KAISERSLAUTERN
With around 40,000 pumpkins of all kinds, 11 unique works of art were created at this year’s pumpkin exhibition under the theme “Dinosaurs.” Famous dinos like the Diplodocus, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops are included. The setup team attached each individual pumpkin to wooden and wire frameworks. To give the figures their colors, different pumpkins were used. Colors range from white to the classic orange decorative pumpkins, all the way to blue pumpkins. PUMPKIN EXHIBITION AT BLÜHENDES BAROCK UNTIL NOV. 1, CASTLE/ LUDWIGSBURG
Blühendes Barock Ludwigsburg will once again transform into a colorful pumpkin paradise. This year’s theme, “LET’S PLAY”, celebrates fun, games, and imagination. Thousands of pumpkins will be crafted into elaborate sculptures, forming wellknown figures like Super Mario, Barbie, and an XXL rocking horse. The exhibition invites visitors of all ages to marvel, explore, and participate. In addition to the impressive pumpkin sculptures, guests can enjoy culinary delights such as the famous pumpkin soup, pumpkin ravioli, and pumpkin sparkling wine. Events including the Pumpkin Battle Festival, Pumpkin Carving Festival, Pumpkin Weighing Championships, and Pumpkin Regatta provide further entertainment. The exhibition ends in early November, but some pumpkin figures will remain on display until early December as part of the Leuchtende Traumpfade (Illuminated Dream Paths). OKTOBERFEST
CEMETERY, KAISERSLAUTERN
The guided tour of the Kaiserslautern Main Cemetery, including the old Jewish Cemetery, delivers insight into Kaiserslautern’s cemetery culture and history. A registration is required at Touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 2316. 35 YEARS SKULPTURENWEG SEP. 20, 11 A.M., DORFWEIHER/ KELTENPLATZ, RODENBACH
35 Years of Art made of Sandstone: Rodenbach celebrates anniversary. Nature meets avantgarde, hiking boots encounter masterful craftmanship: The “Skulpturenweg” in Rodenbach has been demonstrating that art does not need sterile gallery walls for 35 years. What was established in 1991 as a visionary initiative by the then Rhineland-Palatinate Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs is nowadays a lively cultural highlight with an enormous magnitude. Symbiosis of stone and craftsmanship: The concept behind the path spanning three kilometers is more current than ever: Art in public spaces – free and accessible. The uniqueness lies in its origin story: All of the sculptures were constructed by aspiring students of the “Meisterschule für Handwerker Kaiserslautern“ in the field of stonemasonry and stone sculpture and meticulously handcrafted from sandstone. The work deals with the local themes of water and Celtic history. Program: 11 a.m. kick-off at Dorfweiher, Stone sculpture insights (Wasserhaus), Creative Lab, Streetfood and Sound, Artists’ courtyard, museums present themselves (Waldfestplatz) and Wandermusikanten, Celtic Prince’s Grave: Open House with historic walk at 2 p.m., Mini-Golf Course: activities for families, followed by a Finissage with live music. CANNSTATTER WASEN SEP. 25 TO OCT. 11, FAIRGROUNDS, BAD CANNSTATT
Founded in 1818 in the wake of a crisis, the Cannstatter Volksfest continues to symbolize the solidarity, innovative strength, and inventive spirit of BadenWürttemberg. With approximately four million visitors each year, it is the second-largest folk festival in the world. A wide variety of top attractions and carnival rides, as well as eight festival tents, the grand historic festival parade, attractive offerings for families, the musical fireworks display, and special industry events will once again make it a highlight of the event calendar. DEUTSCHES WEINLESEFEST
SEP. 19 – OCT. 4, THERESIENWIESE, MUNICH
NEUSTADT/WEINSTRASSE, SEP. 25 – OCT. 12, CITY CENTER, NEUSTADT/WEINSTRASSE
Oktoberfest 2026, the world’s largest folk festival, will take place in Munich featuring 16 days of Bavarian culture, beer, music, and traditional celebrations. Oktoberfest is a historic festival held annually in Munich, Germany, celebrating Bavarian culture, food, music, and beer. The first Oktoberfest took place in 1810 to honor the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. Over the years, it has grown into the world’s largest folk festival, attracting millions of visitors from around the globe. Train travel or package tours are recommended for visitors from the KMC.
As soon as the festive season in Bad Dürkheim is over, the next major event about the liquid gold begins in Neustadt. From late September to mid-October, the German Wine Harvest Festival offers you two very special highlights in addition to the large fair and the w.i.n.e.FESTival. Every year, the election of the German Wine Queen traditionally takes place. At the end of the celebrations, numerous traditional and marching groups as well as over 100 spectacular floats parade through the city – forming the largest wine parade in all of Germany on Sunday, Oct. 11! Sunday shopping on Oct. 4.
GUIDED CEMETERY TOUR
ROTWEINFEST INGELHEIM
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SEP. 26 – OCT. 4, CITY CENTER INGELHEIM (NEAR MAINZ)
The small town of Ingelheim is not far from the state capital, whose red wine festival in the historic ambience of the illuminated castle church is one of the most beautiful wine festivals in Rheinhessen. As the name suggests, it specializes in red wines, but you can also sip white wine along the banks of the Rhein River enjoying the view. Further fests: https:// weinfeste-der-pfalz.de/weinfestkalender/ NORDPFÄLZER BAUERNMARKT SEP. 27, 10 A.M – 6 P.M., VILLAGE CENTER, SCHNECKENHAUSEN
The Nordpfälzer Farmers’ Market will take place in Schneckenhausen. During a stroll through the farmers’ market, you can get to know a wide variety of products made locally. You can enjoy culinary delights and experience the taste of homemade goods, mainly from our region. More than 50 stalls will showcase their unique offerings. You can expect a colorful range of products such as goat cheese, honey, baked goods, fish, apples, jellies, and much more from our immediate area. In addition, there will be stalls with decorative wooden items, jewelry, pottery, and wool, appealing to other senses. As part of the program, an old fruit press will be in operation, serving fresh pressed apple juice. Anyone needing tools and other craftsman items, there will be offerings as well. Last but not least, popular face painting for children will be offered. DAY OF GERMAN REUNIFICATION SATURDAY, OCT. 3, GERMAN NATIONAL HOLIDAY
Oct. 3 marks the 36th anniversary of German reunification. Although it’s a Saturday all stores and public offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. In 2026, the celebrations will take place in Bremen, Germany’s smallest state. From Oct. 2 to 4, there will be a citizens’ festival there under the motto ’Many strengths – one country’. RAMSTEINER BAUERNMARKT OCT. 4, MARKET SQUARE, RAMSTEIN
The center of Ramstein will turn into a big fun and foodie mile: At the 28th Farmers’ Market, around 50 stalls will offer regional specialties, traditional crafts, and a varied program of activities. Get into the swing of the colorful season! KESCHDEFESCHD OCT. 3 AND 4, CITY CENTER, ANNWEILER/ TRIFELS
At the Chestnut Festival from October 3 to 4, 2026 in Annweiler am Trifels, numerous stalls will offer dishes and products made from and with chestnuts. There are sweet and savory variations, such as chestnut cream, chestnut liqueur, chestnut honey, chestnut sausage, chestnut chutney, chestnut dumplings, and chestnut bread. In addition, local and seasonal products will be offered at the market, such as new wine, game products, French cheese, sheep products, and decorations. The market stalls are open on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. In the afternoons on both days, there will be musical entertainment. Children can go on a chestnut treasure hunt in the festival area. Those who successfully complete the rally will receive a small surprise. On Saturday, the 22nd Chestnut Princess for the Trifels region will be crowned, the first and only one in Germany.
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ABC in KMC: Oktoberfest by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Wies’n Oktoberfest is here! The world’s largest beer festival is currently taking place in the center of Munich for the 190th time this year. The festival takes place from Sep. 19 to Oct. 4 at Theresienwiese, lovingly called “Wies’n” by locals. Don’t miss the chance to experience this iconic festival that draws millions of visitors from around the globe. While the annual festival enjoys worldwide recognition, it is possible that many are unfamiliar with its history and how it has evolved into the celebrated event we know today. And, you may wonder why it is called Oktoberfest when it starts in September. Origins The festival originates from Munich with the marriage of Ludwig I, the future king of Bavaria, and Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen, Oct. 12, 1810, where celebrations lasted five days. Citizens of Munich were invited to attend the royal wedding, participate in festivities, and watch horse races. Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria came from the House of Wittelsbach, was born in Strasbourg, Alsace, but was also the Duke of Zweibrücken, under Bavarian rule at the time. He loved horses and was very
proud of the “Zweibrücker” breed. According to the city of Munich’s website the celebration was so popular it was brought back the following year and included an agriculture fair. Many new additions were made in following years including horse races and food and drink vendors. These vendors eventually moved to beer halls in the 20th century. Today, Oktoberfest celebrations throughout the world pay homage to the Oktoberfest in Munich. The festival is traditionally a 17 to 18-day celebration, ending on the first Sunday in October. Since 1950, the mayor of Munich has kicked-off the festival by tapping a keg. What might be a surprising fact for visitors is that the large tents are completely newly constructed with fresh timber every year and the building starts in July. Planning Visitors planning to attend Oktoberfest celebrations — locally or across the country — should ensure they have a plan for transportation if drinking alcohol. Visitors are encouraged to use resources available like local cab companies, local tour operators, public transportation, a designated driver, and their immediate supervisor. Oktoberfest in recent years has yielded 6.7 million visitors, including Germans and other tourists, and roughly two million gallons of beer.
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Fun facts: The festival has taken place in Munich most years since 1810, only being cancelled in the face of wars, cholera or COVID outbreaks. It is forbidden to drink any beer other than Munich-brewed beer at Oktoberfest. The beer must have been brewed in the city walls and come from one of six special historic breweries. This is designated “Oktoberfestbier” — and all of the breweries are very proud to be making it! Oktoberfestbier is stronger than normal beer, at around 6 percent. The variety is called Märzen as it is brewed in March and allowed to age so that it is ready to drink by late sumer. Though Oktoberfest is world-famous, it is still predominantly attended by Bavarians. 72 percent of the guests are from Bavaria itself. The largest group of foreigners is Australians, followed by Americans. Albert Einstein actually worked at Oktoberfest when he was young, putting up beer tents. More than 6 million people attend Oktoberfest, and the largest tent seats 11,000 people — and that’s just one of the 13 that make up the festival. Oktoberfest starts with a gun salute on the first Saturday at 12 p.m., followed by the mayor of Munich tapping the first beer keg, with the cry “O’zapft is’!” This literally means “it is tapped!” in the Bavarian dialect. There is also a very spectacular parade
with heavy brewery horses leading to the fairgrounds on Saturday. The “oompah” bands at Oktoberfest are famous for their unusual regional brass instruments, including the Alpenhorn, which was traditionally used as a way to calm down anxious cows around milking times in the Swiss Alps. The most popular things to eat at Oktoberfest are grilled chicken (“Hendl”), pork knuckles (“Schweinshaxe”), and oxen (“Ochse”). The number of chicken eaten far outweighs the number of sausages and about 500,000 chicken were consumed in 2025. Oktoberfest is famous for its fairground. It got its first roller coaster in 1908 – the first ever roller coaster in Germany. The amount of beer drunk at Oktoberfest, about 7 million liters in 2025, could fill more than three Olympic-sized swimming pools. Servers at Oktoberfest are able to carry 10 Mass (liter glasses of beer) plus the additional weight of the beer itself. Pretty impressive! In addition, they are required to buy themselves in upfront with a special ticket system. There is a “lost & found” for children! Other items found in previous years were wallets, purses, keys, train tickets, canes, underwear and even wigs and dentures! For more information about Oktoberfest, visit https://www.oktoberfest.de
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21st Theater Sustainment Command’s Headquarters, Headquarters Company Change of Command
Photos by Pfc. Kaiden Silversmith 21st Theater Sustainment Command U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 21st Special Troops Battalion, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, salute during the playing of the national anthem at a change of command ceremony on Kleber Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, Aug. 28. The ceremony marked the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from the outgoing commander to the incoming commander.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Thomas Dannenberg (left), commander of the 21st Special Troops Battalion, presents a plaque to Capt. Christian Rivera Rodriguez, the outgoing commander of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 21st Special Troops Battalion, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, during the Headquarters and Headquarters Company Change of Command ceremony at Kleber Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Aug. 28. The ceremony marked the transition of leadership and recognized the service and contributions of the outgoing commander.
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25 years later: US, German community climbs together to never forget Story & photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexandra M. Longfellow U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Public Affairs Twenty-five years after first responders climbed the stairwells of the World Trade Center towers, hundreds of U.S. service members, German first responders and community members took steps of their own to ensure their sacrifice is never forgotten. Approximately 400 participants gathered at Fritz-Walter-Stadion in Kaiserslautern for the fourth annual September 11th Memorial Stair Climb, climbing 68 stadium stairs 30 times — 2,071 individual steps equivalent to the 110 flights of the World Trade Center towers. The climb brought together U.S. Air Force and Army service members, members of the German Bundeswehr, American and German firefighters and emergency medical personnel, Rheinland-Pfalz police officers and German high school students to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. For U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Trevor J. Derr, 37th Aircraft Maintenance Unit superintendent, the event began with a much smaller climb four years ago. New to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, in 2022 and unfamiliar with local commemorative events, Derr and his daughter decided to walk and ruck 9.11 miles around the installation. During their route, they passed a man who realized the significance of the date. “Oh yeah … I forgot that’s today,” Derr recalled him saying. The words stuck with him. “With tears in my eyes, I looked at my daughter and told her, ‘This is why we do this,’” Derr said. Determined to create something that would keep the memory of September 11th alive within the Kaiserslautern Military Community, Derr approached 1. FC Kaiserslautern with the idea of hosting a memorial stair climb at Fritz-Walter-Stadion. The club agreed. Four years later, what began with a father and daughter walking around Ramstein has grown into an event drawing hundreds of participants from the U.S. military and surrounding German communities. For Derr, the growth carries particular significance this year. He was in his final week of Basic Military Training when the attacks occurred. Now, 25 years later, many of the youngest Airmen climbing beside him were not yet born on Sept. 11, 2001.
U.S. Air Force and German firefighters climb the steps of Fritz-Walter-Stadion during the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Kaiserslautern, Sept. 11. Wearing firefighting gear, participants completed 30 loops totaling 2,071 steps — the equivalent of 110 flights of the World Trade Center towers. The climb honors the first responders who ascended the towers on Sept. 11, 2001, including the 343 New York City firefighters who lost their lives that day.
“Many young first responders [and] military members entering the ranks today have no personal memory of 2001,” Derr said. “If we do not pass down the firsthand accounts, the lessons learned and the emotional reality of that day, the legacy risks becoming an abstract date.” Each participant carried a physical reminder of that legacy up the stadium stairs. In the years leading up to the event, organizers collected patches from fire departments, rescue squads and police agencies across Europe, North America and as far away as Australia. Before beginning the climb, each participant received a patch and lanyard to carry with them. Derr said the patches become particularly meaningful as fatigue sets in. “When our climbers hit that mental and physical wall, I tell them to pause, look down at the patch in their hands, and hold the lanyard around their necks,” he said. The temporary discomfort of climbing stadium stairs, Derr said, offers only a glimpse of the physical burden first responders faced as they moved upward through the World Trade Center towers. “What we go through while climbing the stairs doesn’t compare to what they went through,” Derr said. But the climb is about more than recreating the physical distance. Thousands of miles from New York City, the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, Americans and Germans climbed together, transforming an American
day of remembrance into a shared act of commemoration. Fritz-Walter-Stadion provided the infrastructure needed to accommodate the full climb and hundreds of participants, but Derr said 1. FC Kaiserslautern’s involvement has gone far beyond providing a venue. Since the event’s inception, the club and local German leaders have supported fundraising efforts and helped the event grow, while German firefighters, police officers, military members and students have joined their American counterparts on the stairs. For some participants, the climb also reflected the deep ties between the German and American communities that have called the Kaiserslautern area home for generations. Polizeikommissar Kai Fauss participated in the stair climb for the first time this year. With an American mother and German roots, Fauss said the event carried a personal significance while also representing the close relationship between the two communities. “Having an American mother, I’ve always felt a personal connection to both Germany and the United States,” Fauss said. “Seeing German and Americans come together to remember those who lost their lives shows the friendship we have here. We live and work alongside each other every day, and events like this remind us that we also stand together when it matters most.” For Derr, seeing the two communities climb together is part of what makes the event meaningful. “A portion of today’s partici-
pants, both American Airmen and German students, were either infants or not yet born when the attacks occurred,” he said. “Watching German police officers, American Airmen, local firefighters and German teenagers climb these steps shoulder-to-shoulder bridges every generation and nationality.” The significance begins before participants take their first step. During the opening ceremony, the German and American national anthems echo through the stadium. “Amazing Grace” plays on bagpipes as the stadium’s video screens display portraits of the 343 New York City firefighters who died on Sept. 11. Derr said looking across the stadium and seeing American Airmen and Soldiers stand-
ing beside German firefighters, police officers and students is the moment that affects him most each year. “Watching two nations unite thousands of miles from Ground Zero to honor the fallen, my emotions take over,” Derr said. “I cry every single year.” Then the climbing begins. Thirty loops. Two thousand seventy-one steps. One hundred ten flights. As participants tire, strangers who have already finished cheer for those still climbing. Derr said the most difficult stretch comes between approximately the 18th and 23rd loops, when legs grow heavy and fatigue begins to take over. That is when perspective matters. “You realize the inside the World Trade Center towers, the men and women climbing were facing unimaginable heat and structural collapse, yet they pressed on to save lives,” Derr said. “That thought instantly breaks through the pain.” Twenty-five years after Sept. 11, Derr knows fewer people will have firsthand memories of where they were when the attacks happened. Eventually, remembrance will depend entirely on generations who know the day only through the stories passed down to them. That, he said, makes actively remembering even more important. “‘Never Forget’ cannot remain a passive slogan,” Derr said. “It has to be an active, living commitment.” At Fritz-Walter-Stadion, that commitment is measured one step at a time.
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Army dentist selected for All-Army Golf Team trials by Kirk Frady Medical Readiness Command, Europe U.S. Army Capt. Brandon Mai, a general dentist assigned to the U.S. Army Dental Clinic in Stuttgart, has been selected to attend the All-Army Golf Trial Camp Sept. 7-14 at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. Mai is one of 12 golfers selected for the competitive camp, which identifies the Army’s top players for national-level competition. Six participants will be selected to represent the Army at the Armed Forces Golf Championship, scheduled for Sept. 15-19 at West Point, where they will compete against golfers from the other military services. Golf has been a significant part of Mai’s life since childhood. “My father picked up the game from a coworker and started tak-
ing me and my siblings to hit balls at Stadium Golf Center in San Diego at age 6,” Mai said. “My mom got us started in tournaments shortly thereafter. Competitive golf taught me grit, discipline and to always strive for greatness.” Mai grew up in Poway, California, and attended Rancho Bernardo High School. He later played two years of NCAA Division I golf at the University of California, Los Angeles. “Competitive golf was my passion and focus throughout childhood, high school and into college,” Mai said. “I’ve traveled all over the states and internationally to compete in amateur golf tournaments growing up. This will be my first time trying out for an Army team.” Although Mai has an extensive competitive background, he said he stepped away from the sport for
more than a year before returning to the course earlier this summer. “I didn’t play or practice any golf for over a year until earlier this summer, when a couple of the noncommissioned officers at my clinic got hooked on the game,” Mai said. “Since then, I’ve been able to practice every other weekend or so this summer.” Mai encourages others to consider golf as either a competitive sport or lifelong hobby, citing both its personal and professional benefits. “Golf is one of the few sports you can enjoy your entire life, and it teaches skills that carry over well to military service and life,” Mai said. “In this game, there’s a fine line between critical thinking and overthinking. You first need to learn the etiquette of golf, be patient, play well with others and have fun with it.”
U.S. Army Capt. Brandon Mai, a general dentist assigned to the U.S. Army Dental Clinic in Stuttgart, has been selected to attend the All-Army Golf Trial Camp Sept. 7-14 at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. Mai is one of 12 golfers selected for the competitive camp, which identifies the Army’s top players for national-level competition. Six participants will be selected to represent the Army at the Armed Forces Golf Championship, scheduled for Sept. 15-19 at West Point, where they will compete against golfers from the other military services. Courtesy Photo
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The firefighter’s ceremonial bell and prayer are displayed during the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11. The Firefighter’s Prayer honors the profession’s commitment to duty, courage and selflessness, while the bell symbolizes tribute paid to fallen firefighters marking the end of their watch.
86th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters and other personnel participate in the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11. During the memorial march participants remembered and honored the 2,976 lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, ensuring their memory and stories persevere with future generations. Photos by Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr.
Photos and stories showcasing acts of courage and sacrifice of former service members displayed during the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11, act as reminders of those who served in the Global War on Terror. The displays honored service members who demonstrated courage and selflessness while serving, reminding the Kaiserslautern Military Community of the dedication and sacrifice that defines military service.
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The Firefighter’s Prayer is displayed during the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11. The prayer honors the profession’s commitment to duty, courage and selflessness, reflecting the values firefighters carry with them during every response.
U.S. Army Col. Christian Labra, Medical Readiness Command, Europe physician, provides remarks during the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11. The event organizers designed the remembrance ceremony as a way to encourage reflection on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and challenge participants to honor the legacy of the heroes and victims from that day.
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Denny R. Davies, 86th Airlift Wing commander, provides opening remarks during the 9/11 memorial march at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 11. The memorial march was held to honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, and remember the courage and sacrifice of those who responded in the aftermath.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS RECURRING EVENTS Dog Obedience Training Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation has dog obedience training starting at eight-weeks of age held Saturdays at the Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation Motor Pool, Bldg. 2902 on Pulaski Barracks. Classes are one hour, with time slots between 9 a.m. to noon depending on the size of the dog. Cost is $15 per dog. This fee must be paid in advance by close of business Friday either in person at Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation or by calling 4934117 or 0631-3406-4117. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.
Kaiserslautern’s End of Summer Car Show Registration for the Kaiserslautern’s End of Summer Car Show is now to Sep. 19. Cost is $10 per vehicle. The car show is Sep. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks. Carshow participation for judging and prizes are open to all military affiliated ID card holders with or without SOFA status, to include active duty, reserve, retired, veteran, family member, and DOD/DA/ DAF civilians. There will be 5 categories: Best European; Best Muscle Car; Best American Car; Best JDM and Best Old Timer (must be 25 years or older). Pulaski Auto Skills will be open that day for Craft Shop, Speedy Lube and car wash and wands. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Saturday Night Comedy Show SKIES Gymnastics Enrollment is now open for SKIES Unlimited gymnastics for ages 1 to 18 in the Kaiserslautern Community. Visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and click on the WebTrac link for class times, dates and fees by age group. Open to all ID card holders from all branches of service. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 5419065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.
Maxi Witrak headlines the Saturday Night Comedy Show Sep. 19 starting at 7 p.m. at the Tavern on the Rock inside the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. Feature comedian is Irene Sango. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 6 p.m., tickets are $10 at the door. Payment can be made with credit and debit cards or U.S dollars. Customers can reserve seating for $7 a person when they call 5312830 or 0611-143-531-2830. For more information on the comedians, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
SOS Survivor Support Group The Army Community Service Survivor Outreach Services hosts a SOS Survivor Support Group second Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. in Building 3820 (next to the Thrift Shop), second floor conference room on Landstuhl Post. Registration is required and must be done by 2 p.m. the day of the meeting by calling the ACS front desk at 531-2863/2851 or 0611-143-531-2863/2851. This is an ongoing monthly support group for surviving family members of deceased active duty service members.
Latin Nights at the Rheinlander! The last Friday of the month is Latin Night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., in the ballroom of the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. The Salsa Band Borinkuba will perform live several Latin music favorites, such as Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. Food is available from 8 to 11 p.m. This event is for those 18 and older, who are I.D. card holders. No cover charge. For details, call the Rheinlander Community Club at 5312887 or 0611-143-531-2887.
AFE Flag Football & Stripes
Armed Forces Entertainment will present Flag Football & Stripes, a free event, on Tuesday, Sep. 22, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Minick Field, Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Youth activities run from 5 to 6:30 p.m., followed by adult sessions from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Youth, ages 5 to 18, should register through Baumholder Child, Youth and School Services by visiting Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876, or calling 0611-143-531-3440. Registration opens Sep. 8. Participants should wear athletic attire, bring water and be prepared to train with select U.S. National Team players. In case of inclement weather, activities will move to the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
Wave of Light Ceremony In recognition of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, the Wave of
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Light Ceremony invites families, friends and loved ones who experienced loss of a child due to miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS or other causes to join in honor and remembrance on Oct. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Pulaski Chapel, Bldg. 2869 on Pulaski Barracks and the Rock Chapel, Bldg. 8249 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Register in advance starting on Oct. 1 with the signup link on baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Thursday Night Comedy Show
Passport Español Passport Español launches a free culturalimmersion program that blends Spanish language learning with traditions from across the Spanishspeaking world. Designed for teens and adults, the series introduces participants to food, music, history, and daily life through interactive sessions that go beyond textbook study. The program will be offered the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Baumholder Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. The next one is Sep. 22. For more information, visit the Baumholder Library, call 5312841 or 0611-143-531-2841, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
September to December Trip Schedules Available Jordan Prince headlines the Thursday Comedy Show Oct. 1 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Feature comedian is Kendra Borgan. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 7 p.m. Hideaway Bistro & Grill will be open until 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door or $10 in advance. For more information, call 541-9115 or 0611143-541-9115 from Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Special Viewing: The Rocky Horror Picture Show Let’s do the Time Warp again! A special Halloween screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show will be on Oct. 31 at 3232. The 18+ event begins with a preshow at 9 p.m., followed by the movie at 10 p.m. at KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Tickets are $15 and include a prop bag for interactive participation. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite character and join in the cult-classic fun. Season tickets are also available at the screening. Details are at baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Patrons can tuck their fuzzy friends in the Fuzzy Arms Hotel at the Baumholder Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. Check-in time is Sep. 18 between noon and 4 p.m. Checkout time is Sep. 21 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., when patrons can see what kind of fun and mischief their fuzzy friends got into over the weekend. The library staff will catch a few pictures of the mischief and adventure to give to the children, who will also receive notes from their stuffed animals telling them of their adventures. For more information, visit the Baumholder Library, call 5312841 or 0611-143-531-2841, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
The Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for September to November are available under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability. Travelers may register for trips and be picked up at either location. For questions, please call Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401 or Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 541-5654 or 0611-143-541-5654.
2026 Pickleball Season Registration for the 2026 Pickleball Season is now to Sep. 23. Sports, Fitness and Aquatics will host pickleball season from Sep. 28 through Nov. 7 at the Kleber Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 3234/3235, on Kleber Kaserne. Players will compete on Monday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. using a rotating partner and opponent format with 15-minute rounds. The season will feature two skill brackets and conclude with a tournament Nov. 7. The program is open to military ID, civilian ID and local national ID card holders, ages 18 and older. Participants can register using the QR code available at kaiserslautern. armymwr.com. For more information, call 541-9151 or 0611-143-541-9151.
Meeting and Training Room Rentals Organizations and groups can reserve meeting and training spaces at the Workforce Development Center, Bldg. 109, on Sembach Kaserne. Multiple room options are available to accommodate events, briefings, training sessions, and conferences of varying sizes. For rental information or reservations, call Stephanie Hermann at 541-9111 or 0611-143-541-9111 or email stephanie.a.hermann.naf@army.mil, or call Alvin Coleman at 541-9109 or 0611-
143-541-9109 or email alvin.h.coleman. naf@army.mil.
Baumholder 101 Meet new and seasoned community members at the Baumholder 101 held either twice or once a month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Post Office building 8661 on Smith Barracks. The next one is Monday, Sep. 14. The goal of this orientation is to connect families with resources, community information, local agencies and services, and other Spouses. There will be representatives from Army Community Service, Outdoor Recreation, Value Added Tax, and many others. Dates for the rest of the year are Sep. 28, Oct. 26, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14. Registration is not required. For more information, call 531-2850 or 0611-143531-2850.
Fall for Pumpkin at Java Café Fall for Pumpkin at your Java Café happening now to Nov. 8. This season’s choices are Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Spice Caramel Macchiato, and Iced Pumpkin Spice Caramel Macchiato. For more information, visit Java Cafés on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 273, and Landstuhl Post, inside LRMC, Bldg. 3774.
BOSS 1000/500 Pound Club The Kaiserslautern Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers’ program has launched the new, allinclusive 1000/500 Pound Club challenge, offering public recognition in participating physical fitness centers on Kleber Kaserne, Sembach Kaserne and Rhine Ordnance Barracks. Participants who qualify will also receive personalized training support. The recurring event runs through Sep. 15, with monthly sessions held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Kleber on the first Tuesday, Sembach on the second Tuesday and ROB on the third Tuesday. BOSS eligible Soldiers can scan the QR code at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com to join the club.
Sports Massage Therapy in Baumholder Sports Massage Therapy services are now available at the Aquatics Center, Bldg. 8895/8897 on Wetzel Kaserne, offering 30-, 50- and 80minute sessions designed to ease tension and improve mobility. Certified therapists provide Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue, Swedish Massage, and Medical Sports Massage to help reduce stress, manage pain and support strength building. The Baumholder program offers personalized care for active-duty service members, families and community members. All services require a scheduled appointment. Find out more and to register at baumholder. armymwr.com/programs/massagetherapy.
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Medical Readiness Command, Europe takes Photos by Kirk Frady part in 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, March Medical Readiness Command, Europe Soldiers from across Medical Readiness Command, Europe, along with Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre, The Army Surgeon General and Command Sgt. Maj. John E. Dobbins, Command Sergeant Major for U.S. Army Medical Command, took part in the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony and March at Ramstein Air Base the morning of Sept. 11. The solemn event was widely attended by U.S. servicemembers, family members and German and American firefighters. This event marks 25 years since the terror attacks which claimed the lives of 2,977 people at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES CATHOLIC SERVICES Kaiserslautern Military Community Mass 1130 Sunday, Daenner Chapel* 1200 Mon, Thu Daenner Chapel* 1200 Tue, Wed, Fri, Hilltop Chapel* *Confession on request Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community CWOC Sunday, after Mass
Baumholder Military Community
Mass 0900 Sunday, Rheinland Chapel* 1200 Tue - Thu, Rheinland Chapel* *Confession on request Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish CWOC 1800 Tuesday, Rheinland Chapel
RAB Catholic Mass
0900 Sunday, RAB North Side Chapel 1300 Sunday, RAB North Side Chapel 1700 Sunday, Vogelweh Chapel 1130 Tue, Wed, Thu, RAB North Side Chapel
PROTESTANT SERVICES Kaiserslautern Military Community Contemporary Service 1030 Sunday, Hilltop Chapel
Baumholder Military Community Contemporary Service 1000 Sunday, Rock Chapel Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel
RAB Protestant Services
Gospel Service 1130 Sunday, Vogelweh Chapel Lutheran (WELS) 1600 2nd & 4th Sunday, RAB South Side Chapel Contemporary Service 1100 Sunday, RAB North Side Chapel Messianic Service 1000 Saturday, RAB North Side Chapel
Sembach Kaserne
Spiritual Readiness Center, BLDG 118 Sembach Protestant Community 1700-1800 Sundays (Except every 4day Training Holiday Weekend) Sembach Men’s Fellowship 1730-1830 Thursdays
Baumholder PWOC
PWOC will meet starting 02 Sep 2026 0930 & 1800 Tuesdays, Rock Chapel pwoc.baumholder.ontherock@gmail.com Facebook: PWOC Baumholder
OTHER RELIGIOUS SERVICES Buddhist Service - Ramstein 1030 4th Saturday, RAB North Side Chapel lslamic Services -Jumu‘ah Khutbah 1300 Friday, RAB South Side Chapel 1330 Friday, Daenner Chapel
U.S. Army Col. Christian Labra, an Army physician and combat veteran, was guest speaker at the Ramstein Air Base 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Sept. 11. This event marked 25 years since the terror attacks which claimed the lives of 2,977 people at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Labra, a 2001 graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, is currently a physician serving at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany.
Jewish Services - Ramstein 1800 Friday, RAB South Side Chapel Orthodox Christian 0830 Sun & 1730 Wed, Kapaun Chapel Seventh Day Adventist 1100 Saturday, RAB South Side Chapel Latter-Day Saints Baumholder: 1000 Sun, Gewerbegebiet 8 Ramstein: 0900 & 1130, Sun, Ludwig-Erhard Strasse 15 Unitarian Universalist Service 1330 2nd & 4th Sunday, Kapaun Chapel Wiccan Services 1900 Saturday, Kapaun Chapel
CHAPEL FACILITY INFORMATION Daenner Kaserne Daenner Chapel, BLDG 3150 Phone: 541-2105 or 0611-143-541-2105 Baumholder/Smith Barracks Rock Chapel, BLOG 8308 Rheinland Chapel, BLDG 8249 Phone: 531-3200 or 0611-143-531-3200 Pulaski Barracks Pulaski Chapel, BLDG 2869 Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Hilltop Chapel, BLDG 3773 Phone: 590-5713 or 06371-9464-5713 Sembach Kaserne Spiritual Readiness Center (SRC), BLDG 118 Phone: 541-2116/2117 or 0611-143-541-2116/2117 Ramstein Air Base Facilities RAB North Side Chapel, BLDG 1201 RAB South Side Chapel, BLDG 2403 Vogelweh Chapel, BLDG 2063 Kapaun Air Station Chapel, BLDG 2781 Phone: 480-6148 or 0637-147-6148
CLUB BEYOND Weekly Clubs and Bible Studies for Middle School and High School students. KMC: kaiserslautern@clubbeyond.org Baumholder: baumholder@clubbeyond.org Ramstein: ramstein@clubbeyond.org Facebook: Club Beyond at KTown Club Beyond at Baumholder Club Beyond at Ramstein
HOW TO CONTACT A CHAPLAIN After duty hours, on weekends, or holidays, please call the On-Call Duty Chaplain: KMC 0162-296-9054 BMC 0162-270-8348 Suicide Prevention help is always available through the Military Crisis Line by calling (in Europe) 00800-1273-8255 or DSN 118
Dates and times are subject to change. For more information, please contact North Chapel or Daenner Chapel.
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RENTAL CONDITIONS Rent: €2.200 + utilities (water, gas, electricity and garbage) Housing Approved: Yes Date Available: Now Deposit: €2,200 Last Renovated: 2024
For Rent: 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom, House in Schwedelbach This charming, freestanding house in Schwedelbach near Ramstein offers you a wonderful place for your stay in Germany. The house is located in a quiet, peaceful American and German neighborhood. Beautiful surroundings and close to biking and hiking trails are within walking distance. DETAILS - 1,830 sqft / 170 m2 - Open living / dining / kitchen area - 5 bedrooms
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10 minutes to Ramstein Air Base 15 minutes to Landstuhl 15 minutes to Vogelweh 20 minutes to Kleber Kaserne 25 minutes to Sembach Main Gate
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APTS FOR RENT
1 BEDROOM
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
APTS FOR RENT
2 BEDROOMS
2 Schlafzimmer, 1 Badezimmer, Wohnung, 70 m², Einbaukueche, Wohn-/ Essbereich, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, keine Haustiere, verfuegbar ab 1. September 2024, Wohnungsbescheinigung erforderlich, 1250 € + Nebenkosten, stephan_dis@hotmail.com
Kaiserslautern, 2bd, 1bth, Apt., 95sqm, BIK, liv, balcony, private garage, no pets, no smoking, available 2 Aug. 2026, Housing Approved, €968 +utl, call 4915159455410, Astrid.Neumahr@gmx.de
Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 26 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, €1125 +utl, call 01795310274, mail@stuard.de
Two-story Apt Downtown K-Town, close to train station, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, BIK, 178 sqm, rent 1700€, Check out www.ger man-aid.com for details or email info@ger man-aid.com
Rodenbach, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 7 Jan. 2026, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@ tla-rentals.comRodenbach, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 7 Jan. 2026, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com
RAMSTEIN - Newly renovated 3BR/2BA APT, 1,184 sq ft, 5 min to RAB. Housing approved. Modern kitchen, washer, balcony, parking, high-speed internet. Move-in ready. Rent EUR 1650 + EUR 390 utilities, EUR 3300 deposit, month-to-month lease, pets negotiable. Call/WhatsApp Reinhold Firus: +49 6371 980 9003 immobilien.hv@grenz stein.de
HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE
APTS FOR RENT
3 BEDROOMS
Comf. and quiet Apartment, 132sqm, brand new BIK, 2 bd, 1.5 bath, big liv/din, Meet the publisher of the Kaiserslautern terrace, storage room in basement, parAmerican and get to know their team and king space, no pets, Housing Approved, other products. Get to know AdvantiPro €1350 +utl, helli30@aol.com, 0172/ and visit: www.advantipro.de 9934319 (using also WhatsApp)
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3.0bd, 1.0bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 17 Aug. 2026, Housing Approved, €1285 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de 3bd, 1bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 14 Aug. 2026, Housing Approved, €1285 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de
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4+ BEDROOMS Bruecken (Pfalz), 4bd, 2bth, House, 181sqm, din, balcony/terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Maerz 2026, €164000 +utl, call +49 (0)6381-911 0, im mo@ksk-kusel.de Duplex in Niederstaufenbach, 6 bed, 2 bath, 2 WC, 2 Terrace, 2 Balcony. Garden, 245 sq meters, Energy passport: 1) Oil, Bj. 1997, 74,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis, 2) Oil, Bj. 1997, 69 kWh/ (sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis. Price 4,0 Schlafzimmer, 1,5 Schlafzimmer, €369000,00. Please contact us for more ingrosse Wohnung, 15 Min. bis Vogelweh, formations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone RAB, Krankenhaus, 138 m², BIK, 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de Gaeste-WC, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, verfuegbar ab 01. Juni 2024, Wohn- Family House in Altenglan-Muehlbach, 5 baugenehmigung, 1200 € + 300 € utl, An- bed, 2 bath, Garden, 2 Balconies, Winterruf whattsapp 01709305170, oder hoh garden, 192 sq meters, Energy passport: mann-pia@ web.de Gas, Bj. 1900, 364,70 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €199000,00. Please 4-Bdr/ 1.5 bath, 184 sqm Apartment in contact us for more informations: KreissKaiserslautern City Center. Rent 2000€. For parkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, Emore info visit or email team@german- Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de aid.com
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APTS FOR RENT
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5bd, 2bth, Apartment, 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 26 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call 017622201641, michael.fickert@outlook.de
Family House in Bruecken (Pfalz), 3 bed, 2 bath, Garden, Terrace, 116 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1900, 410,60 kWh/ (sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €119000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
German Charm Apartment in Kaiserslautern-Erlenbach, 4 bdr. 1 bath, 2 balconies, wooden fireplace, 2 car garage, rent: 1600€. If you're interested please visit or email: team@german-aid.com
Studio Apartment in Deidesheim, 33sqm, BIK, walk out patio next to park, available immediately, €200000, call +17322093930 WhatsApp +49 176 21417043 or mmeketen@hotmail.com, no brokers please!
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HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE Family House in Foeckelberg, 3 bed, 2 bath, Guest-WC, Terrace, Balcony, Garden, 175sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 2000, 179,80 kWh/(sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsausweis. Price €329000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de Family House in Glanbruecken, 3 bed, 2 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, balcony, 144 sq meters, Energy passport: Electriciry, Bj. 1956, 171,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsausweis. Price €149000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de Family House in Hohenoellen, 3 bed, 2 bath, Terrace, Garden, Wintergarden, 188 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1895, 220,10 kWh/(sqma) EEK G, Bedarfsausweis. Price €139000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ ksk-kusel.de
HOUSES FOR RENT
3 BEDROOMS
Neustadt an der Weinstrasse, 4bd, 2.5bth, House, 152sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, shared garage, pets allowed, available 1 Juli 2026, €500000 +utl, call +4915155580000, wa@ arcor.de
Family House in Kusel, 5 bed, 2 bath, Balcony, Wintergarden, Garden, 139sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1971, 341,10 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €149000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Spacious 2-story home w/ 167 sqm on 398 sqm plot. Offers 2 bright bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms (full and 3/ 4), large living/dining area w/ fireplace & tiled stove, separate kitchen w/ pantry. Garden. Price: 449.000 Euro +49 155 Family House in Niederalben, 3 bed, 2 65594867 or merl@n1-immo-bau.de bath, Garden, Outbuilding with workshop, 134 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. ca. 1900, 362,20 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €129000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de 7.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 190sqm, no pets, Family House in Wahnwegen, 3 bed, 2 available 19 Juni 2026, €1250 +utl, timo.de bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, 180 sq meters, gen@web.de7.0bd, 2.0bth, House, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1905, 283,90 kWh/ 190sqm, no pets, available 19 Juni 2026, (sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €1250 +utl, timo.degen@web.de €199000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone Konken, 5bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 165sqm, 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de BIK, liv/din, laundry, finished basement, Family House in Waldmohr, 2 bed, 2 pets allowed, available August 2026, Houbath, Garden, Balcony, Outbuilding, 167 sing Approved, €1500 +utl, call +49 173 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1961, 3647569, info@german-aid.com 335,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, BedarfsausSembach, 5bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, weis. Price €299000,00. Please contact us 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kuterrace, laundry, private garage, pets allosel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ wed, Housing Approved, Rent starting at ksk-kusel.de €1500 Check out www.german-aid.com for details or email info@german-aid.com
HOUSES FOR RENT
5+ BEDROOMS
2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 80sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 28 Sep. 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho Haus mit 3 Schlafzimmern, 2,5 Baedern, me.com 151 m², Einbaukueche, Gaeste-WC, Wohn-/Essbereich, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, private Garage, keine Haustiere, verfuegbar ab 16. August 2023, Wohnungsbescheinigung vorhanden, 1500 € + Nebenkosten, Tel. 063742787, ernstkmu eller@gmail.com Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2bth, House, 197sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 11 Aug. 2026, Housing Appro- 2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ ved, €1500 +utl, call 4916090965874, siwa din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Maerz trim@web.de 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
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1BR TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein [ref=S3], all included + rental car, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com
4.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 268sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2024, Housing Approved, €1,680 +utl, call 004917643477156, email h.vatter@ gmail.com 4bd, 4bth, House, 360sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 16 Aug. 2026, Housing Approved, €3400 +utl, call 491791271257, tobischmitt78@ web.de
Brand new, ground floor, 3BR 1.5BA TLA Apartment, 10min from RAB [ref=M213] ; Brand new, fast internet, ground floor, patio with BBQ grill, off-street parking ; ; inqui ries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)
Fully furnished TLA in Ramstein-Miesenbach, !AVAILABLE NOW!140sqm, 3bd, 2bth Apartment, Car parking, Free Internet, .. Price varies, mail kenanz261@ gmail.com or call (+49) 017670718808 to get informations
Landstuhl, 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 76sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 5 Apr. 2023, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com
TLA / TDY
4 BEDROOMS Family House in Zweibruecken-Oberauerbach, 3 bed, 2 bath, Garden, 143 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1949, 329,50 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €220000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Brand new TLA Appartment in best location near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslautern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de
2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de
3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laun2.0bd, 2.0bth, Townhouse, 172sqm, BIK, dry, finished basement, shared garage, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 1 Okt. pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2024, 2026, Housing Approved, €3200 +utl, klincks.tlahome@gmail.com email casanavallc@outlook.com 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 90sqm, BIK, Bexbach, 2 Schlafzimmer, 2 Badezim- guest WC, liv/din, laundry, no pets, availamer, Haus, 120qm, BIK, Gaeste-WC, Wohn- ble 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 /Esszimmer, Balkon/Terrasse, ausgebauter (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com Keller, Haustiere erlaubt, frei ab 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, liv/ 11.08.2025, Wohnungsbaugeprueft, 1100 din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Jan. € zzgl. MwSt., Tel. +49 176 61306300, chris 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), ta-dahl61@t-online.de inquiries@mytlahome.com
HOUSES FOR RENT
Well maintained, freestanding House in 66919 Herschberg for SALE, Mitchell Consulting, Kindsbacher Strasse 58, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0)6371737 630, info@mitchell-investment.com. Find all of our properties on FindItGuide.com!
2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 135sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, no pets, available 22 Jan. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
Bruecken (Pfalz), 3bd, 1.5bth, House, 120sqm, BIK, liv/din, pets allowed, available 3 Sep. 2026, Housing Approved, €1300 +utl, call 49-179-2791818, FOR SALE: Small cozy house in Steinwenmario_huether@yahoo.de den, completely renovated, 2bd, 1bth, 128sqm, available 1 Sep 2026, Housing Approved, EUR 300k, call +4963719809003, apt@grenzstein.de 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets ; www.mytla home.com/b81c ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp) ; inquiries@mytlahome.com
HOUSES FOR RENT
Family House Wolfstein, 2 bed, 2 bath, Wintergarden, 124 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1997, 146,63 kWh/(sqma) EEK E, Bedarfsausweis. Price €134000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
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Lovely TLA Countryhouse BremerhofKaiserslautern The Bremerhof, one of the most unique residential areas in KaisersApartment Stay Eden PEARL, 10 minutes lautern, located in a beautiful clearing in from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. the middle of the Palatinate Forest, but sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 with less than a 5 minutes drive to the cen008 14 hello@stay-eden.com ter of K-Town.The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a living room, 1 bathroom and a romatic garden with pool which is the perfect place for days of rest and relaxation while you settle in Germany. Call 00 49 171 313 6996 or mail: More information: www.judithkern.com info@judithkern.com
Best Located TLA TLF Appartment on Einsiedlerhof 1 or 2 bedrooms, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 70 sq meters, Kaiserstrasse Kaiserslautern Germany, 59 euro or per diem rate, 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de Ask for longterm ! 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@ mytlahome.com
Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 138sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 11 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com
Mackenbach, 5bd, 3bth, House, 235sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, garden, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 3 Dec 2020, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 176 313 73 451, nicolewan dowsky@web.de
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Ramstein-Miesenbach, 5bd, 2bth, House, 150sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, dogs allowed, available 7 Sep. 2021, Housing Approved, klincks.tlahome@ gmail.com
TLA / TDY Ramstein-Miesenbach, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 24 Sep. 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho me.com
Stay Eden AMBER GLOW, 11 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden AMBER GOLD, 11 minutes Stay Eden CORAL BLOOM, 6 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 washer-dryer, AC. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, 130sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, Stay Eden CORAL SUN, 6 minutes from Stay Eden EMERALD GROVE, 10 minutes balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, availa- RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. was- from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. ble 6 Jan. 2023, call +49 176 2468 7550 her-dryer, AC. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com hello@stay-eden.com (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
Stay Eden OPAL GREEN, 11 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
TLA / TDY 5BR 3BA house, 15min from RAB (West Gate) [ref: LM8] ; brand new. walk-in closet, workspace, patio with BBQ grill, pet friendly, off-street parking lots, fenced in yard ; www.mytlahome.com/ lm8 ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (Whatsapp, Signal)
Stay Eden EMERALD PINE, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
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Tick prevention begins before stepping outdoors
“Do not let the threat of ticks slow you down or keep you inside. Physical fitness, mental resilience, and family bonding are built outdoors.”
– U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Timothy Davis, medical entomology consultant and theater preventive medicine flight commander
Build layers of protection The most effective way to prevent tickborne illness is to reduce the chance of being bitten. Davis shared personal protective measures outlined in Armed Forces Pest Management Board Technical Guide 36, identifying this resource as a primary reference used by public health and preventive medicine personnel to train Airmen and Guardians on personal protection before field exercises and deployments. Post-outdoor tick check Davis emphasized that tick prevention does not end when outdoor activity is over. After spending time outdoors, check your entire body for ticks. Pay particular attention to areas such as behind the knees, under the arms, around the waist, behind the ears and along the scalp. Showering soon after outdoor activity can also help remove unattached ticks. Despite the risk of tick exposure, Davis said these proactive measures can contribute to increased safety when outdoors. “Do not let the threat of ticks slow you down or keep you inside,” he said. “Physical fitness, mental resilience, and family bonding are built outdoors. By taking a few proactive minutes to apply repellent and treat your gear, you can safely enjoy the outdoors, stay
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For Airmen and Guardians, readiness means protecting their health wherever their day takes them, including on wooded trails, grassy training areas, field exercises and during time outdoors with family. Ticks are typically small in size, but some may transmit diseases that can significantly impact military readiness. These parasitic arachnids are most active as the season warms into spring and summer months, though service members must remain alert to tick exposure, which can occur year-round. The Department of War closely monitors tick-borne diseases since symptoms can quickly compromise an Airmen or Guardian’s physical readiness, resulting in lost duty days and potential long-term health complications. “Practicing personal protective measures against ticks is a direct action to preserve force health, maintain operational strength and ensure mission readiness,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Timothy Davis, medical entomology consultant and theater preventive medicine flight commander at Kadena Air Base, Japan. While Lyme disease is one of the most recognized tick-borne illnesses in the United States, the Department of War and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also monitor cases for Rocky Mountain spotted fever, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis and babesiosis. Know about alpha-gal syndrome Lone star tick bites can also trigger alphagal syndrome, an allergic condition that can have lasting implications for those affected. Unlike Lyme disease, which is caused by bacteria, AGS involves an immune response to alpha-gal, a sugar molecule found in most mammals. AGS reactions can be delayed for several hours after consuming mammalian meat and byproducts or other goods containing alpha-gal. Symptoms can range from hives and gastrointestinal problems to more serious allergic reactions. For service members, the condition can present unique challenges to nutrition and field operations. Davis noted that an AGS
diagnosis may require careful planning around military meals and other deployment considerations.
fit, remain healthy, and be ready to win when the nation calls!” Got a tick bite? If an attached tick is found, remove it promptly with fine-tipped tweezers. Service members should also pay attention to changes in their health following potential exposure. Early symptoms associated with tickborne illnesses can include fever, fatigue, headache, muscle or joint aches and a rash. Davis said that the rash does not always appear in the classic “bull's-eye” pattern and may instead appear as a solid pink-to-red patch. If symptoms develop after spending time
Steps to prevent tick bites
Guidance
Treat clothing and gear with permethrin.
Permethrin-treated clothing and gear provide a protective barrier against ticks and other insects. Use products formulated for clothing and emphasizes that permethrin should not be applied directly to skin.
Apply an EPA-registered insect repellent to exposed skin.
Repellents containing active ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus or para-menthane-diol, and 2-undecanone. Repellent should be applied according to the product's directions. Find the repellent for your needs.
Dress for protection.
Wear long sleeves and pants when practical. In field environments, keeping clothing properly secured, including tucking pant legs into socks or boots, which can help prevent ticks from reaching exposed skin. Light-colored clothing can also make ticks easier to identify.
Consider your surroundings.
When possible, avoid tall grass, dense brush and other areas where ticks are likely to be present. During field operations, unit leaders can also consider vector threats when selecting areas for patrol bases, bivouac areas and command posts.
in an area where ticks are present, seek medical evaluation and tell your healthcare provider about the potential exposure. Davis recommended informing providers about recent field training, land navigation or time spent in wooded or grassy areas because that information can help inform the evaluation. The Defense Health Agency offers free tick testing and pathogen identification, through milTICK, to Department of War personnel and dependents based in the United States. The CAC-enabled dashboard also monitors cases of various tickborne illnesses across statewide installations. Visit the DHA tick webpage for more information.
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by Maristela Romero Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs
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PUZZLE PAGE
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SUDOKU
SOLUTIONS
CROSSWORD 30 ........ Send up 31 ........ Preprandial potation 35 ........ Middle name at Graceland 36 ........ Bad-mouth 37 ........ Prefix with suction 38 ........ Lute-like instrument
41 ........ Threatening finale 43 ........ Greek lyric poem 44 ........ Rigid social classes 45 ........ Physically fit 48 ........ Another time 49 ........ Customers 54 ........ Bit of finery 56 ........ “The Listeners” poet 57 ........ Aviator Earhart 58 ........ All together 59 ........ Soak up again 60 ........ Absent-minded Down 1 ........... Tabula ___ 2 ........... Brio 3 ........... “Sixteen Tons” singer 4 ........... Helen’s mother 5 ........... Shown plainly 6 ........... It’s more than most
lifetimes 7 ........... Apples and oranges? 8 ........... Airline to Stockholm 9 ........... German resort 10 ........ More clamorous 11 ........ Bell towers 12 ........ Burger garnish 13 ........ Isle on which Apollo was born 14 ........ First abode 22 ........ Coached 23 ........ Cry over spilt milk? 24 ........ Anticipated 25 ........ Unwanted messages 26 ........ “Doctor Zhivago” heroine 27 ........ Branding tool 28 ........ “Ratner’s Star” author 32 ........ Fight like a knight 33 ........ ___ dixit 34 ........ The enemy
36 ........ Founder of Carthage 39 ........ Alfresco 40 ........ High ball 41 ........ Eyelike spot 42 ........ Beaming 45 ........ “It’s only ___” 46 ........ Bundles 47 ........ Boadicea’s people 48 ........ In the distance 50 ........ Arab chief 51 ........ Shuttle group 52 ........ Enterprise counselor 53 ........ Enraptured 55 ........ Analysis site 56 ........ Accomplished
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18 ........ Figure of speech 19 ........ Moderate in tempo 20 ........ Runaway of rhyme 21 ........ Keepers 25 ........ Pitcher’s pitch 29 ........ City on the Seine
SOLUTION
Across 1 ........... Mirrors 9 ........... Make cryptic 15 ........ Cream ingredient 16 ........ Didn’t suffer quietly 17 ........ Canned fish
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Medical Readiness Command, Europe hosts Army Family Forum Story & photo by Kirk Frady Medical Readiness Command, Europe Medical Readiness Command, Europe leadership hosted an Army Family Forum dedicated to Soldier and Family Quality of Life Sept. 14 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Patricia (Patty) Centeno, Chief of Family Programs for U.S. Army Medical Command was the lead facilitator and guest speaker for the event. Taking part in the forum were senior Army medical leaders, Soldiers, spouses and family members from across the Medical Readiness Command, Europe footprint. As the Chief of Family Programs for U.S. Army Medical Command, Centeno plays a key role in supporting and enhancing the readiness and resilience of Army families and caregivers. She also leads the U.S. Army Family Team Building and Army Family Action Plan initiatives that support military families, particularly spouses, through education, resilience training, and community engagement. “Readiness and building cohesive teams are among top priorities for the Army,” said Centeno. “This event ties that direct line between family readiness and operational readiness. When our Army Families at all COMPOS — Active, Guard, and Reserve — have the right resources in front of them, they know where to go and who to go to, and they become more resilient.” According to senior military officials, military spouses play a critical role in both readiness and resilience by serving as the backbone of the home front, enabling service members to focus on their missions while maintaining the stability and well-being of their families. “The strength and resilience of our Army spouses are indispensable to mission success, anchoring the home front with enduring commitment amidst the unique demands of military service,” added Centeno. “As proactive advocates for their communities, spouses offer an authentic and influential voice on critical quality-of-life priorities, from healthcare and housing to childcare and spouse employment.”
Medical Readiness Command, Europe leadership hosted an Army Family Forum dedicated to Soldier and Family Quality of Life Sept. 14 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Patricia (Patty) Centeno, Chief of Family Programs for U.S. Army Medical Command was the lead facilitator and guest speaker for the event. Taking part in the forum were senior Army medical leaders, Soldiers, spouses and family members from across the Medical Readiness Command, Europe footprint.
Among the military community, it is commonly known that outside the home, military spouses serve as ambassadors, advocates, and advisors. “Their persistent leadership ensures garrison realities are elevated to command tables, transforming lived experiences into meaningful change,” added Centeno. “Ultimately, empowered spouses build resilient families that enable a lethal, ready Army. The U.S. Army Medical Command is committed to empowering spouses with the tools and resources they need to thrive — in the community, the workforce, and at home.” During her presentation, Centeno also highlighted that sustained Army investments in Soldier and Family programs, paired with grassroots mechanisms like the Army Family Action Plan, provide commanders with an early-warning readiness radar—bridging home-front stability to battlefield lethality.
Recognized as the "Voice of the Army People," AFAP is the Army’s proven grassroots platform with the power to shape programs, services, policies, regulations, and federal legislation. With more than four decades of continuous impact since its 1983 inception, the AFAP process — operating across garrison levels, Army Commands, and HQDA — remains the vital mechanism for the global force to identify, prioritize, and elevate quality-of-life issues that impact the Total Army Family. “I cannot overemphasize the importance of Soldier and Family readiness, and the critical role military spouses play in the strength of our Army,” said U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe. “U.S. Army Medical Command’s support for families has a tremendous impact on the morale, welfare, and resilience of our Soldiers and their
Families. Ms. Centeno’s visit to Europe clearly highlights MEDCOM’s commitment to families and we cannot thank her enough.” According to those affiliated with the Army Family Program, military spouses are not just caregivers, they are readiness enablers and resilience builders. Their ability to adapt, support, and connect strengthens the entire military ecosystem, ensuring that service members can perform at their best while maintaining a stable, supportive home base. “We are extremely grateful to have dedicated professionals like Patricia (Patty) Centeno on our team,” said Melinda Stackle, spouse of Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle. “Through her passion and hard work, our Soldiers and their Families receive the exceptional care and attention they deserve. Patty remains committed to supporting the entire Army team, the Soldier, the Spouse, and the Family.”
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animals. If you’re looking for a fast day trip that has something for families, pet lovers or solo travelers, get ready for Landau. Landau: Green space, vineyards, and scales Landau bills itself as a garden city, and rightly so. For a town with classic buildings and the requisite amount of red German roofs, greenery is everywhere in Landau. Beautiful parks dot the city’s center, and the English-style Goethe Park is especially lovely. If you’re looking for adventure, history, and outdoor time, check out the Landau Fortress Trail. Landau is also the largest wine-growing community in the Palatinate region. Located in the Rhine Valley south of Bad Dürkheim, the city has much to offer experienced wine aficionados or those who are new to German wine. By car or bicycle, push into neighboring villages such as Wollmersheim or Queichheim. Wander vineyards. Step into tasting rooms. Immerse yourself in a centuries-old wine culture. And then, there are animals and reptiles! For a not-huge but hugely
entertaining animal experience, check out the Landau Zoo. It’s perfect for children, and just the right size for a day trip. If you have a wild streak, continue on to the Landau Reptilium. There, you’ll find snakes (including a king cobra!), alligators, lizards and even non-reptiles like spiders and marmosets. With a strong emphasis on education and science, the Reptilium is perfect for family members of all ages – including dogs.
Old city center and market place in Landau.
Explore Landau’s Old Town Don’t rush through Landau’s city center on your way to the zoo or vineyards. The pedestrian zone and surrounding old town make an excellent destination in their own right, with cafés, independent shops, colorful buildings, and plenty of places to stop for lunch or a glass of Pfalz wine. Rathausplatz, once a military parade ground, is now one of the city’s main gathering places and a
good starting point for wandering. If you visit on a market day, even better. Landau’s weekly market brings local produce, flowers, baked goods, cheese, and other regional products into the center of town, adding another reason to arrive hungry. From there, stroll along Marktstraße and look for the striking Stiftskirche, whose towers rise above the pedestrian zone. Architecture fans should Jugendstil-Festhall
also make the short walk to the Jugendstil-Festhalle. Built in the Art Nouveau era, the historic hall remains one of Landau’s principal cultural venues and regularly hosts concerts, theater, and other performances. The One Thing You Have to See: Kleine Kalmit Nature Reserve Located just to the west of Landau, high above the Rhine Valley, the Kleine Kamit Nature Reserve checks all the boxes. By hiking to the summit chapel on top of the nearly 300-meterhigh hill, you get beautiful views, hiking opportunities, a sense of the importance of wine to this region, and a glimpse of a land at its natural best. If you have dogs and/or children, you also get a chance to wear them out before you drive home! Getting There By car, Landau is a beautiful one-hour drive from Kaiserslautern that takes you through the Palatinate Forest. Landau is ninety minutes south of Wiesbaden and ninety minutes north of Stuttgart. Visit the Deutsche Bahn website for train information. Photos by Sina Ettmer Photography/Shutterstock.com
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AT THE MOVIES
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DOCUDRAMA/BIOGRAPHY
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 18 Resident Evil (R) 1700, 1930 Practical Magic 2 (PG-13) 1715, 1945 Tony (R) 1730, 1945 The Dog Stars (R) 2015 Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie (PG) 1700
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Tony (2026) In this origin story of a voice that defined a generation, 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain stumbles into the chaotic world of a Cape Cod restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his life. Cast: Dominic Sessa, Emilia Jones, Dagmara Domińczyk, Rich Sommer, Stavros Halkias, Leo Woodall, Antonio Banderas Director: Matthew Johnson
FANTASY/COMEDY
DRAMA/ACTION/CRIME
Practical Magic 2 (2026)
By Any Means (2026)
Two witches must confront the dark curse that threatens to unravel their family once and for all.
An FBI agent teams up with mob hit man Greg Scarpa to investigate the murders of civil rights leaders in the 1960s Mississippi.
Cast: Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña, Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing Director: Susanne Bier
Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Nicole Beharie, Josh Lucas, David Strathairn, Giancarlo Esposito Director: Elegance Bratton
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ACTION/COMEDY/THRILLER
The Uprising (2026)
Runner (2026)
In 1831 plague sweeps across Europe, killing half the population of England. As King Richard II and the oligarchs impose a brutal tax on the poorest members of society, a farmer’s simmering discontent erupts into full-blown anger. Within days, he leads a ferocious rebellion as thousands of commoners march on London in the name of justice and freedom.
A high-end courier has three hours to transport a liver from Brisbane to the Gold Coast.
Cast: Andrew Garfield, Jamie Bell, Stephen Dillane, Tom Hollander, Cosmo Jarvis, Thomasin McKenzie, Jonny Lee Miller, Woody Norman, Katherine Waterston Poster by Focus Features, Director: Paul Greengrass
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 Practical Magic 2 (PG-13) 1545, 1745 Resident Evil (R) 1215, 1445, 1730 The Uprising (R) 1245, 1730 Tony (R) 1215, 1815 By Any Means (R) 1445 Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie (PG) 1215, 1500 MONDAY SEPTEMBER 21 Spider-man Brand New Day (PG-13) 1300 – MOMMY & DADDY
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ADVENTURE
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19 Practical Magic 2 (PG-13) 1415, 1915 Resident Evil (R) 1130, 1645, 1945 The Uprising (R) 1330, 1915 Runner (R) 1400, 1900 By Any Means (R) 1115, 1630 Tony (R) 1100, 1630 Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie (PG) 1145, 1415, 1715
Cast: Alan Ritchson, Owen Wilson, Rodrigo Santoro, Leila George, Adriana Barraza, Sullivan Stapleton, Peta Sergeant, Geraldine Hakewill Director: Scott Waugh
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 22 CLOSED WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 23 CLOSED THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 24 Practical Magic 2 (PG-13) 1730 Resident Evil (R) 1715 Tony (R) 1730 The Rivals of the Amziah King (R) 1700 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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