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Community Announcements
Geilenkirchen Clinic Update
Upcoming Closures
May 20 | May 25
Sports Physicals Day
Parents and guardians of kids ages 4 & up can make an appointment to for Sports Physicals!
June 29 | July 8 | August 8 starting at 8 a.m.
Schedule an appointment by calling
Passport Rodeo - Brunssum
June 3, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
USAG Benelux in Brunssum, Bldg. 90008
Room N. 110/111 Education Center Classroom
Passport photos are available at the Photo-Me booth in front of the Exchange
or Fotostudio Brunssum (Winkelcentrum "Del Parel" 14)
Applicants must register by emailing
or by calling 0031 45 534 0260 or 0031 45 534 0261.
Registration closes on May 29, 2026.
For additional information contact
Upcoming Events and Activities
- French Night on the River | May 21
Save the date for a French Night on the River on May 21 on the Meuse. For more information and registration, contact sowath.eng@nato.int or abir.klai@nato.int.
- 80s Family Bingo Night | May 28
Join the Allied Spouses of Geilenkirchen for an 80s Family Bingo Night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the E-3A Conference Center, bldg. 50 on May 28.
- Spanish Feria de la Huerta | May 30
Experience the vibrant spirit of Spain the with the Spanish Feria de la Huerta on May 30. More information to follow.
Save the date
- La Dolce Vita | June 18
The Italian community of JFC Brunssum invites you to experience La Dolce Vita Jun. 18. More information to follow.
- Ice Cream Social | June 22
Beat the heat this summer with the Allied Spouses of Geilenkirchen Ice Cream Social from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Jun. 22 at Eisparadise.
Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Events
- Monthly Events | May
Visit the Brunssum MWR website to view the Calendar of Events for April.
- Fussball Schule Summer Camp | May 18
Registration opens for Fussball Summer Camp on May 18 through Jun. 30 or until all spots have been filled. Register by contacting ofc-swcs.sport@naew.nato.int.
- Weekly Events at the JFC Brunssum Library
Mondays from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Mondays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FITNESS CLASSES
Weekly Fitness Classes at JFC BRUNSSUM FITNESS CENTER.
Monday
- Baby and Toddler Movement | 9:30 a.m.
Enjoy a time of movement and music with your child ages 6 months to 4 years.
- Spin Class | 12 p.m.
Enjoy an energizing workout that will leave you feeling strong and exhilarated.
- Boxercise | 12 p.m.
Use boxing techniques, along with barbells, kettlebells, body weight and more to get a full workout.
Tuesday
- HIIT Class | 12 p.m.
Shake up your workout routine with a high intensity interval training class.
Wednesday
- Taekwondo | 3:45 p.m.
Learn to defend yourself in this class. No experience needed, open to all ages. For more information, email David Nauta at davidnauta@me.com.
- Pickleball | 4:45 p.m.
Meet new friends and enjoy a few games of Pickleball, open to all fitness levels.
- Spin Class | 12 p.m.
Enjoy an energizing workout that will leave you feeling strong and exhilarated.
Check out the weekly schedule for Open Sports at the JFC Brunssum fitness center.
Weekly Fitness Classes at USAG Benelux in Brunssum
Tuesday
Maximize your workout time. Get stronger and feel energized!
Beginner friendly routines can be modified.
Wednesday
Join a fun workout designed to support your everyday movements; improving your strength, endurance and mobility. This class is programmed for all fitness levels.
Thursday
Experience the ultimate release with a mobility flow designed to loosen tight muscles, improve flexibility, and enhance longevity.
Strengthen your core, improve your posture, enhance balance and stability, prevent injuries and boost performance.
Friday
Experience different intensity levels to challenge you and keep the workout dynamic on a simulated ride up a mountain or flatlands.
Religious Support Office
Religious Services offered at the JFC Brunssum International Chapel:
- Sunday
Protestant Service - 9:30 a.m.
Catholic Mass - 11:00 a.m.
Religious Services offered at the Geilenkirchen International Chapel
- Sunday
Mass | 9:30 a.m.
Protestant Contemporary | 11 a.m.
Protestant Traditional | 12:30 p.m.
- Ash Wednesday Service
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Community
February 18 at 5 p.m.
Please visit Facebook to learn more about RSO services in Brunssum.
RELIGIOUS PROGRAMS are offered through the JFC Brunssum International Chapel:
- Monday
Bible Study at 6 p.m. (potluck)
- Wednesday
Protestant Women of the Chapel - 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday
Protestant Women of the Chapel Bible Study at 11:45 a.m. (lunch and childcare provided)
Men's Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. (dinner provided)
- Friday
Bible Study 5:30 p.m. (potluck)
- Sunday
Bible Study at 4 p.m. (potluck)
- Revolution Youth Group
Starting Jan. 14 meeting every second and fourth Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for ages 10-18 with dinner provided.
Arts & Crafts Frame Shop
Sign up for class with JFC Brunssum Arts and Crafts here!
Stained Glass Flower Workshop | May 6 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Excursions
Sign up for leisure trips by visiting The HUB or EMAILING.
Outside the Gate Activities
Upcoming Trainings
Check out the upcoming classes and trainings in the Benelux. Unless otherwise noted, reach out to Army Community Service for the location and how to reserve your seat.
Brunssum
- Spouse Sponsorship Training | May 12 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Spouse Sponsorship Training | May 12 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Deployment assistance training | May 15
Geilenkirchen M&FRC
- Credit Management | May 12 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Home buying in the US May 26 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Geilenkirchen AB M&FRC
FIND OUT MORE!
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE | BRUNSSUM (ACS)
Primary: 0031-45-534-0243
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | Closed |
Building: 90008, Room 126
Kranenpool 3
Brunssum, LB 6443 VA
NOTICE: DSN: 314-597-4243
THE HUB | BRUNSSUM
Primary: + 0031 (0) 455 34 0232
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Thursday | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Friday | 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
Building:
Kranenpool 3
Brunssum, 6443VA
CHAPEL | JFC BRUNSSUM (RSO)
Primary: 0031-45-534-0300
Secondary: 0031-45-534-0299
| Sunday | Protestant service at 9:30 a.m. and Catholic Mass at 11 a.m. |
| Monday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | Polish Mass at 6 p.m. |
Building: H-405
Rimburgerweg 30
Brunssum, 6445 PA
NOTICE: DSN: 314-597-4300 / 4299 / 4302 / 4301
ABOUT: Follow Facebook for the latest chapel events: https://facebook.com/JFCBrunssumChapel/. Worship service and mass are held in the JFC Brunssum International Chapel sanctuary. The protestant worship service is at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday. The Catholic Mass in English is every Sunday at 11 a.m. Online streaming of Catholic Mass: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdXYoJyhWmtFOarl2no3Alg (Fatima Geest). The Polish Mass takes place at 6 p.m. every Saturday. Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at JFC Brunssum International Chapel, first floor and at 10 a.m. Thursdays in a private home. Email for details at jfcpwoc@gmail.com. Men's Bible studies meet at noon Tuesdays in the British Room (3rd floor) and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at a private home. Email for details at jfcbrunssumchapel@gmail.com. Small group Bible studies meet Mondays at 5:30 p.m. and Fridays at 5:30 p.m., both at private homes. Email for details at jfcbrunssumchapel@gmail.com.