Germany: Weekend Guide 4th - 6th September

September is a great month in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW). The weather is cooling down, and cities across the region are throwing street festivals. Expect thrill rides, delicious food stalls, and traditional markets.

Here are some great events you can visit with friends and family this weekend.

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14th German Cheese Market (Deutscher Käsemarkt) Nieheim

Prepare for the largest cheese buffet in the country! The historic town of Nieheim takes centre stage with the highly anticipated Deutscher Käsemarkt, gathering over 60 traditional, artisanal cheesemakers and elite vintners from various countries. You can sample everything from sharp, hand-crafted cheeses to perfectly paired regional wines while wandering through beautiful, historic alleyways.

📅 Date: Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, 2026

⏰ Time: Friday: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

📍 Venue: Historic Old Town / Innenstadt Nieheim

💰 Ticket Price: Affordable day or weekend wristbands are available; kids under 16 get in free! Grab your passes ahead of time on the Nieheim Tourism Portal.

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BRUNEI: BFB - Nepal Flood Relief Donation Appeal - NLT Friday, 11th September 2026

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LET’S PRAY & DONATE FOR NEPAL

During this difficult time, let’s come together as a community to support those in need. Every prayer and every contribution, big or small, can make a difference.

Keep Nepal and its people in your prayers.
Let’s stand together and help wherever we can.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Pre - Departure Clinic *Next Date* - Wednesday, 09th September 2026, 1000 - 1100 hrs @ Mumong HIVE Office

NOTICE

Pre - Departure Clinic - *RESCHEDULED* Wednesday, 09th September 2026 , 1000 - 1100 hrs @ Mumong HIVE Office.

COME ALONG! HIVE can offer support through your relocation

This session will cover the Good Conduct Certificate process, how to claim National Insurance Contribution credits, support whilst moving schools, plus much more - and a one stop checklist of things to add to your to do list before leaving British Forces Brunei!

This is a drop-in clinic, no appointment required.

For further information: www.internationalhive.blogspot.com

Simply search the labels: Brunei Unit Move or Relocation

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE. 

BRUNEI: BFB Children's Library - Temporary Closure Friday 14th August to Friday 04th September 2026

📚 CHILDREN’S LIBRARY CLOSURE REMINDER..📚

Dear Library Users,

Please be mindful that the Children’s Library will be closed from Friday, 14 August until 4 September for the summer holidays. 🌞📖

📚 Books & Toys:
If you have any books or toys that you would like to borrow or return, please visit the library by Thursday.

📮 Returning Books During the Closure:
If you need to return books while the library is closed, please place them in the Return Box located near the library door.

We wish you all a lovely summer break.😎🏝️⛵️

Thank you 🙏🏻
BFB Children’s Library

BRUNEI: SSAFA Kids Drawing Competition - Deadline: Wednesday, 30th September 2026

BFB Children’s Drawing Competition

SSAFA are excited to announce a Children’s Drawing Competition! 🎨

We are looking for young artists to create artwork for the front cover of the upcoming BFB 2027 Calendar.

🖌️ Theme: “Our BFB Community”

We want to see what makes our BFB Community Special — so get creative and show us what our community means to you!

The competition is open to all BFB children.

📐 Artwork: A4 landscape
📅 Deadline: 30th September
📍 Submit entries to: HIVE Offices at Mumong or CCCC

We can’t wait to see all your wonderful artwork! 🌟

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BRUNEI: Yoga and Meditation with Pandit Ji - *CANCELLED* Thursday, 03rd September 2026, 0915 - 1045 hrs @ CCCC Main Hall

NOTICE

Yoga and Meditation with Pandit Ji - Thursday, 03rd September 2026 has been *CANCELLED* due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Please click the link or scan the QR code above for the attendance.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: AWS Community Support - *NO* Families Club September 2026

NOTICE

Please note that there will be *NO* Families Club at Mumong Community Centre during September 2026.

Families Club on Saturday, 26th September 2026 has been *CANCELLED*.

Email BruneiGar-SpSvcs-AWS-Mailbox@mod.gov.uk for more information.

Ext: 3785

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Give Us Time: Autumn and Winter breaks

The latest Give Us Time breaks include:

Letham Feus, Scotland
14–18 Sept | Sleeps 4 | HOT TUB

Hayling Island, near Portsmouth
28 Sept–2 Oct | Sleeps 6 | Silver Grade

Sand Le Mere, East Yorkshire
5–9 Oct | Sleeps 6

Bowland Fell, North Yorkshire
12–16 Oct | Sleeps 6

Stowford Farm Meadows, Devon
Camping available all weekends in September

The RV, Falmouth
Dates available in November & December

To find out more please go to: https://bookings.giveustime.org.uk/login

DIO Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update - 27 August 2026

Be the voice of Service families in your areaDIO is launching Regional Experience Committees (RECs) across the UK, bringing together Service family volunteers who are passionate about improving housing services and ensuring family voices are heard.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a Service Family Customer Representative for your region to help influence positive change in military housing. By joining, you will play an important role in highlighting local issues, identifying opportunities for improvement and sharing what matters most to Service families.

As a member of your REC, you will work alongside other representatives and key figures within DIO to provide constructive feedback, discuss common themes and challenges, and represent the lived experiences of families in your area.

To read more about the role and how to apply, click here.

BELGIUM: BFPO last delivery date 2026

To avoid disappointment, please plan ahead and post early for Christmas 2026. 

Anything posted beyond October 30th cannot be guaranteed to arrive in time for Christmas and may not be delivered until after the New Year.

It is also advised to expect higher demand and disruption to BFPO deliveries between October and December 2026.

Key takeaway: post early to avoid disappointment!


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