Army HIVE Overseas Info

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Brunssum: British Community Summer BBQ, 22nd August

WHAT: British Community Summer BBQ - Free Entry
WHEN: Saturday 22nd August, 1300 - 2000
WHERE: NATO Sports Complex
WHO: All British Community Mess members and their families
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Free BBQ food - free ice cream - cash bar - inflatable assault course - face painting
Overnight camping is available on-site for campervans only.

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Germany: Libori 2026

Libori 2026

All the information needed to have a great time at this years festivities is here.

The celebration is a mix of religious ceremony and non religious events over a nine day period.

Opening day is the 25th Jul at 3pm the procession and enshrinement of St Liborious relics. The Golden shrine is carried on the shoulders of bearers who take the shrine to the Dom.

At 4.30pm the giant Beer barrel is tapped and the beer guardians serve the crowd. Purchase you commemorative mug from the tourism office this week or on the day and join the que.

The fair has a soft launch at 12 noon but really comes to life in the evening. This year 150 rides attractions and food stalls lead the entertainment.

The main concert stage is at the Rathaus. National and local bands perform every night, all the shows are free to attend. Performers and more music are available on Westerner Str.

PaderSprinter have a range of tickets to get you to and from the celebrations each day. Additional night bus services are running to get you home late night.

Beer Fountain

The beer flows daily, but the timing changes depending on the day of the week.

First Weekend: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Weekdays (Mon–Fri): 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Second Weekend: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Waiting in line to get your official mug refilled by the traditional "Jubelhennesse" figures is a rite of passage. While you hang out and sip your drink, the atmosphere is electric. Local brass bands, orchestras, and music clubs rotate daily to keep the crowd dancing. Plus, festival sponsors are hosting live interviews, stages, games, and daily prize giveaways.

Key websites and links

Libori app you can download the app. It is only German Language does have a handy map and event listing. Android or iOS versions available.

Serve & Protect Credit Union: August Webinars

🌍 Green Living: Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Lower Your Bills
Date: Thursday 6th August
Time: 12:00-12:45
What to Expect: Tips for living a greener life to save money and protect the planet!

🐖 Saving Made Simple: Practical Tips to Boost Your Savings
Date: Wednesday 12th August
Time: 12:00-12:45
What to Expect: Explore 10 practical savings methods that anyone can apply to build a healthy savings cushion

https://moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free

BRUNEI: Pregnancy & Postnatal Yoga with Kristen Baker - Every Thursdays Next Date 25th July 2026, 12 - 1 PM @ PCMF

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Join a 60-minute pregnancy and post natal yoga class at PCMF every Thurdays, designed around gentle, supportive movement to build strength and stability, ease discomfort, and prepare your body for birth and recovery.