“…Each editor has left their mark on our newsletter.” (from the Monthly Progress in 2005)

In 2005 Emily Fricker shared some history of our newsletter including the names of every editor!

“As usual, the ‘Heimatklรคnge’ pleased with their delightful tunes…” (from the Monthly Progress in 1963)

In 1963 back-to-back dances with music from Die Heimatklรคnge were had in February and March.

“…an enormous annual subscription fee of ONE DOLLAR.” (from the Monthly Progress in 1966)

In 1966 a subscription fee was added for the Monthly Progress newspaper which divided some members of the club!

WATCH: 30. Gaufest Workshop Videos

Videos of the workshops held at the 30. Gaufest have been released by the Gauverband on YouTube.

New to the Archive: Schuhplattler Group Anniversary Programs

Recently digitized are the hand programs from the 20th and 30th Anniversaries of the Schuhplattler Group! #UGHSchuhplattler50

Schuhplattlers receive letter following Phoenix Fest (from the Monthly Progress in 1978)

OCTOBER, 1978 - Schuhplattler Group receives a letter from the Phoenix following a performance at their 1978 Festival! #UGHSchuhplattler50

Remarks about the 2025 Welttreffen, by Nichole Deely

Nichole Deely reflects on the 2025 Welttreffen