WIESBADEN, Germany - Wiesbaden community members got an inside look at the wide range of resources, services and opportunities available in and around the garrison Aug. 26 at the Community Activity Center.
The Community Fair, hosted by the Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club, offered newcomers and those who have been here for a while a chance to learn about everything from events in the city of Wiesbaden, courtesy of the city's Marketing Office, to upcoming WCSC programs.
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"This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about this great community," said Col. Jeffrey W. Dill, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden commander, thanking the many agency representatives, "the backbone services of the community," who turned out to support the fair.
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As visitors wandered among the display tables, picking up information and brochures, WCSC members handed out giveaways and described their upcoming events including a kick-off luncheon Sept. 16 (European Pottery Bingo) and the annual Lamplighter's Bazaar Oct. 2-4.
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"We still need volunteers for our bazaar," said Tasha Alvarado, WCSC publicity person, explaining that this year's event will be held in Hangars 1035 and 1036 on Wiesbaden Army Airfield.
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The bazaar will feature antiques, jewelry, Italian and Polish pottery, wine, cheese, artwork, rugs, crystal and other items. Hours of the bazaar will be Oct. 2 noon to 7 p.m., Oct. 3 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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WCSC organizers said it will be stroller friendly and is open only to U.S. ID cardholders. They added that while no euros will be accepted, credit cards will be taken.
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U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden will hold an Oktoberfest bash in conjunction with the Lamplighter's Bazaar Oct 2 starting at 4 p.m. and Oct. 3 starting at noon. It will feature live music and German food. Oktoberfest will be held in Hangar 1035.
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"The Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club is open to everyone. People can come as guests to the luncheons before deciding whether to join. Then they are voted into the club by the members," said Alvarado.
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"The activities are really fun. Club membership offers a chance to get involved in great community service and the chance to meet new people," she added. "Last year we gave away more than $40,000 in welfare grants."
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For more information about the Wiesbaden Community Spouses Club visit the garrison's home page at www.wiesbaden.army.mil/sites/services/wcsc.asp.
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