Chris tells us a story about Augustoberfest in MD, yes that's Oktoberfest in August!
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“Friday Night Food: A Gathering of Food, Family & Fun in Delaware, by Karina Fricker
"In my humble opinion, one of the best things about chilly winter nights is enjoying a warm meal and even better company." - Karina
Dancing Around: Photos From The Cescaphe!
On Thursday, October 6 we had the chance to perform at the Cescaphe Ballroom for a Graphics awards dinner and instead of a long-written recap, this version of "Dancing Around" will let the photos we have from the evening speak for themselves!
Dancing Around: Iron Abbey and Haddonfield on the Square, by Michelle McFadden
This past weekend, 9 of our active dancers were very busy keeping up appearances with two dance jobs while majority of the group was in Germany.
Dancing Around: Phoenix 95th Anniversary & Oktoberfest, by Michael Fricker
Most of our interactions and dealings with the First German Sport Club Phoenix happen on the soccer field or in meetings about the soccer administration. Yes, from time to time our members attend each other's events and enjoy them quite a bit. We typically also both take part in the Steuben Parade in Philadelphia as … Continue reading Dancing Around: Phoenix 95th Anniversary & Oktoberfest, by Michael Fricker
Dancing Around: A Couple of Sets, Lots of Wurst and Even More Friends at the Delaware Saengerbund
On Friday, and Saturday, September 9 and 10 respectively my friends in the Delaware Saengerbund and the Enzian Volkstanzgruppe many times expressed excitement that "my people" or "my club" was to be coming and dancing on Sunday. Well, when the day finally came, it wasn't the greatest weather of the weekend. The rain came down … Continue reading Dancing Around: A Couple of Sets, Lots of Wurst and Even More Friends at the Delaware Saengerbund
Dancing Around: Augustoberfest with HK and DSB, by Michael Fricker
There’s a line a lot of our folks say when we get together especially after weekend after weekend of dance jobs, fests and performance dates. “Why do we do this?” The line is dripping with sarcasm usually and colored by staying up too late, definitely too many beers and the aches and pains of dancing … Continue reading Dancing Around: Augustoberfest with HK and DSB, by Michael Fricker
Impressions of Gaufest, by Karin Schulz
Three years ago, I met seven members of the United German Hungarians on the cultural trip of a lifetime to Hungary and Romania. Over several meals and many glasses of wine, they told me all about their club and the many events that they participate in. Besides being active with the Donauschwaben, I learned that … Continue reading Impressions of Gaufest, by Karin Schulz
My First Gaufest, by Mike Stirm II
In Norse mythology, Valhalla is a glorious hall where the greatest warriors feast, drink, and compete every day. When I walked into the Main Ballroom of Harrah’s Conference Center on Friday night of Gaufest, this is what came to my mind. A sea of Trachtlers filled the room. I had never seen so many in … Continue reading My First Gaufest, by Mike Stirm II
DSB Anniversary, A great, fun weekend, by Bill Galgon
On February 25, 2022, Die Heimatklaenge and a great group of fans and friends travelled to the Villa Roma resort in the Catskill Mountain region of New York for a three-day Anniversary Celebration.