Manhattan Club: Coffee, Bourbon & Cream, by Michael Fricker

Inspired by Joe Reiter's ever-present Manhattan, we have invited our members to share their favorite recipe for the whiskey cocktail or whatever beverage wets their whistle.

Weekend Palatschinken with the Grandchildren, by Lisa Fricker

"Michael K. and Penny both helped me mix the dough and cook their Palacsinta.ย  ย Penny ate heartily and Michael K. was not too sure, I am not sure if he tried it.ย  ย I have wanted to have this experience with them for a while and I am glad we were able to do it that day!" -Lisa Fricker

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!

Among Our Members – September 2025

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!

Dancing Around: Augustoberfest, by Evan Wolz

"Three large pavilions, dozens of canopies and tents, plenty of vendors, and food trucks filled the otherwise quiet farmland in northern Maryland. It was a beautiful weekend of dancing for the club, featuring music from two of the greatest bands in the land: Heimatklรคnge and die Schlauberger!" - Evan Wolz

Introducing Our New 2. Vorplattler, Sasha Malofiy Jr.

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

Speaking about 30. Gaufest

Can't believe its already almost September? Checkout some thoughts back to 30. Gaufest from some of our many members & friends!

Members attend Eintracht Frankfurt U.S. Forum in Philadelphia

Members of 0ur club, Werner Fricker Jr., Werner Fricker III, and Michael Fricker attended the Eintracht Frankfurt U.S. Forum which was held prior to the exhibition match of the German club and the Philadelphia Union.