Stars and Stripes Europe

Congratulations to KMC's youth chess tournament winner, Asher! 🏆 Read about the tournament and how you can get involved at buff.ly/2geP6b8

Looking for a fun and tasty summer activity in the KMC? It’s strawberry (Erdbeeren) season in Germany—pick your own at local farms like Erdbeerland Funck in Kaiserslautern! 🕗 Open daily 8 a.m.–6 p.m. 💻 More info: buff.ly/x59e3iV

Want to walk through the legends of Germany? The Harz Mountains are a mythical world of dwarfs, enchanted emperors, and witches—and they’re very real. The Harz is where fairy tales live on. 📖 Full story: buff.ly/XQReufQ

Ever traded Easter eggs for mead, axe throwing, and spiral potatoes? That’s exactly what you can do at the Gelterswoog Medieval Market in Kaiserslautern! Read More: buff.ly/9zo84cx #MedievalMarket #Kaiserslautern #Gelterswoog #KMCEvents #GermanyTravel

Wondering what to do near Spangdahlem May 2–4? Top 3: • Spring Medieval Market in Freisen • Handmade & Regional Market in Cochem • Spring Festival at Roth Horse Ranch PLUS: Wine fests, alpaca hikes, flea markets & more! Details: buff.ly/eqRSypF

Visiting Cinque Terre? 🇮🇹 You’ll want a visitor card: • Trekking Card = access to famous trails • Treno MS Card = trails + unlimited regional trains Plan your hike + rail travel with ease! Plan smart and travel like a pro. 📖 Read the full guide: buff.ly/K7VU68R

Wondering what to do near Stuttgart this weekend (May 2–4)? Top 3 This Weekend: Spring Bazaar at Panzer Kaserne STRAKU Esslingen street art fest Comedy Night at Herbertz Espressobar More events: buff.ly/O31ZPED

What’s on in Bavaria this weekend (May 2–4)? Top 3: 🇩🇪 German-American Volksfest @ Hohenfels 🏰 Historical Fest @ Neuburg an der Kammel 🍔 Street Food Fest @ Ansbach Also: Munich Spring Fest, art fairs, concerts & more! Details: buff.ly/ouvj4X8

What’s on this weekend (May 2–4) near Wiesbaden? 🌸 Fantastic May Market at Burg Ronneburg 🥋 Monks of Shaolin Kung Fu – Frankfurt 🎭 “Murder on the Nile” – Wiesbaden 🛍️ Flea market at Schlachthof 🏃‍♀️ Nidda Parkrun – Frankfurt Plan your weekend buff.ly/xfIsmGi

Wondering what’s happening May 2–4 in the Kaiserslautern area? We've got your weekend covered! Get all the details 👉 buff.ly/hVeDiob

Got a sweet tooth? 🍭 From Belgian chocolate to sour Scandinavian goodies, Europe's best candy is calling! Explore our top picks and find your next favorite treat. 🇪🇺🍬 Read more: buff.ly/RN2w2H4 #europeancandy #travelwithkids #sweetescape

Global leaders in the making! Wiesbaden HS students took the stage at Model UN—debating, negotiating, and thinking big. Inspiring to see tomorrow’s diplomats in action! 🕊️ Read more: buff.ly/qECXhJv #ModelUN #Wiesbaden #StudentLeaders

Looking for a fun, creative way to teach kids about European art? Mosaics are colorful, hands-on, and full of history! Let your little artist explore the beauty of Europe one tile at a time. 👉 buff.ly/2Zxh5DU #StripesEurope #ArtForKids #CreativeKids #MosaicArt

Thinking of Ireland for your next getaway? 🇮🇪 Explore castles, coastlines, cozy pubs & more with this epic 10-day itinerary—from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher! Plan your adventure here 👉 buff.ly/fjTA1gi #TravelIreland #StripesEurope #Wanderlust

Just 2–4 hours from Aviano or Vicenza, Milan is perfect for a quick weekend getaway. We stayed at Maison Milano in the city center, sipped espresso at 12oz, admired the stunning Duomo, played with VR at the Da Vinci Museum, and indulged at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery.

A lion and unicorn meet at winter’s end to race across sky, stars, and forest for the right to crown summer. 🦁🦄 Who will win? This magical solstice tale is perfect for dreamers of all ages. 🌞 👉 Read the story here: [insert link] #SummerSolstice #KidsStory #LionAndUnicorn

Say hello to Aniyah Brown, Wiesbaden High School’s Student of the Week! Aniyah didn’t expect to spend high school in Germany, but she’s made the most of every moment.

100 miles. 4 days. 1 unforgettable journey. We talked to two U.S. soldiers who rucked through the legendary Nijmegen Foot March in the Netherlands. From foot care to foreign friendships and the roar of the final crowd, this is one tradition you’ll want to know.

Load your bike (and pup!) onto a regional train and explore Germany’s amazing bike trail system. 🚲 This story follows a family ride along the Rhine Cycle Route with stops for beer, ruins & riverside views. Start planning your own ride Today!

Meet Aniyah Brown, our Student of the Week from Wiesbaden High School! From navigating a new life overseas to leading her volleyball team to a European Championship, Aniyah has embraced every challenge with grace and determination.