And Joining Us on Accordion Is…

Many great people have made the German Hungarians richer by playing the musical part.

Werner Fricker III to Be Named Administrator of the Year by SEPA Hall of Fame

PHILADELPHIA - Announcements came by email on Tuesday, August 30 from the Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Hall of Fame. Included in the list of inductees and award winners was one of our very own, Werner Fricker III who will be receiving the Paul Stilley/Little Club Administrator of the Year Award. The full list of inductees for … Continue reading Werner Fricker III to Be Named Administrator of the Year by SEPA Hall of Fame

A Conversation with Michael Fricker (Part I)

"Recently I took some time to talk with my friend, Michael Fricker, about his favorite topic: the United German Hungarians. It's also a topic that, as a new member, I am always interested to learn more about." -Mike Stirm II

In Memoriam: Johanna Reiter

We are sad to share the passing of Johanna Brenner Reiter. Hanni was a dedicated club member, and a past dance teacher of the cultural group. Mrs. Reiter was always smiling, ready to help, and had a way of making a Kirchweih tracht look immaculate. There were so many special memories with her children and … Continue reading In Memoriam: Johanna Reiter

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A Newcomer’s Perspective, by Mike Stirm II

I first encountered the United German Hungarians’ Cultural Group two years ago. I was sitting at a table with my family during Maifest at the Cannstatter. The group took the stage and began to do a partnered folk dance. I was struck by the grace of the dancers, the beauty of the music and the traditional dress. I felt pride for my German-Hungarian descent rise in me—and a desire to be part of what I was witnessing.