The Festzelt Gates, Photo by Stephen Hargreaves

A Review of Gaufest in Newark, DE by Michael Fricker

Michael Fricker reviews the 30. Gaufest hosted in Newark, DE this past July. "This Gaufest was faithful to traditions and the old ways. But it was our people who were faithful to one another." - Michael Fricker

2nd Preis, Photo by Stephen Hargreaves's

2nd Place in Gruppen Preisplatteln, 2025

NEWARK, DE - On Sunday, July 6 the United German Hungarians were announced as the 2nd place winner of the Gruppen Preisplatteln competition held at the 30. Gaufest. This festival was hosted by the United German Hungarians as well as Enzian Volkstanzgruppe at the Delaware Sengerbund.

Match Report – Men Open Spring Season with 2:1 win over Lighthouse, by Jason Karasow

The boys kicked off the spring portion of the United League season with a home game against Lighthouse. The conditions at Temple Ambler were perfect and it gave both sides a chance to knock the rust off.

Among Our Members – June 2024

Among Our Members has been a dedicated "column" in our news for many a year. The anecdotes we share under this title are always about our members, but sometimes also about our friends. Have something to add next time? See the end of the article for how to submit!

A Traditional Club Christmas Party, by Allysa Reiter

Entertainment Review: "It was a wonderful night that honored our traditions." - Allysa Reiter

A Review of Gaufest in Sandusky, OH by Karina Fricker & Michael Fricker

Recently we went on safari to one of our most frequently visited states in the union. The trip to Sandusky, OH was a car ride for some, a carpool for others, and I think a few may have flown in as well. I can't be sure but I do not think anyone came by train, and even fewer could have come by boat.

3rd Place in Gruppen Preisplatteln, 2023

SANDUSKY, OH - On Sunday, July 16 the United German Hungarians were announced as the 3rd place winner of the Gruppen Preisplatteln competition held at the 29. Gaufest hosted by STV Bavaria at the Kalahari Resort. Our team consisted of six couples.

Jugend Einzel Workshop, a Strong Youthful Showing, by Karina Fricker

Entertainment Review: From the looks on the faces of the children on that July 20, it is evident that the future in schuhplattler in the United States is and will continue to be strong.