Report from the Verband der Donauschwaben Annual Meeting – 2026

On Saturday, April 25, the Landesverband held their annual meeting at the Society of Danube Swabians in Des Plaines, IL.

Many Hands Prepare Kirchweihfest, by Werner Fricker III

Entertainment Review: Werner Fricker III reviews our Kirchweihfest noting the coming together of our club to hold our most traditional event!

Remarks about the 2025 Welttreffen, by Nichole Deely

Nichole Deely reflects on the 2025 Welttreffen

Introducing Our New 2. Vorplattler, Sasha Malofiy Jr.

Get to know Sasha Malofiy Jr. who was appointed 2. Vorplattler on August 26!

President’s Address – August 2025

President Malofiy gives us an update on 2025 so far, the events of fest season, an important update about our Major Men's Soccer team, and our events schedule. "Wishing you joyful final days of summer and a vibrant start to fall." - Janet Fricker Malofiy

The German Hungarian’s FEST SEASON Preview [2025]

Fest season, some say, is the most wonderful time of the year. It includes German-American community festivals and Oktoberfests with public performances. There are national gatherings, Stiftungsfests, and picnics. This year features a grand opening of a retail store and, of course, our beloved Kirchweihfest!

A New Year’s Letter from Ray Martini, Landesprรคsident

"Liebe Landsleute, liebe Freunde! On behalf of the Verbandโ€™s and the Stiftungโ€™s governing committees, I would like to wish you, your loved ones, and your officers and members all the very best for the upcoming year." - Ray Martini