NEW CLUB HOURS

Effective October 1st, Monday-Thursday 5:30-10 pm, Friday 4-10 pm.

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2025 CLUB MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

Thank you to all who have renewed in a timely manner. We would like to encourage you, our members, to sponsor a friend or family member to join our Club. Membership forms are available at the Club. It is through our membership growth that our Club continues to thrive. For many, the Club is a home away from home. It is the opportunity to make new friends while having a relaxing experience at the only German/American Club in the area. Any questions, contact Secretary Judy (315) 736-7014.

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NEW MEMBERS

Thank you to the following new members: Roger Houle, Jr., James Hanna, Stephen Graham, Jan Zabek, Lisa Hameline, Thomas Wynne, Joe Bechy, Sharon Peterson. Enjoy the new benefits your membership supports.

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BEREAVEMENT

It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our UMC longtime friend, Cal Anacker, who passed away on March 21st. Cal was the "face of the Maennerchor" for 32 years. He served on our Board and every Committee - House, Finance, Bar and Grill, and was past President, and Chairman of the Board. For years, every Wednesday he could be found working with the Wednesday Crew using his many indoor and outdoor skills, including driving the tractor which he loved. His knowledge and advice were a gift to all of us. He had a special spot at the bar where there is a plaque with his name. He greeted everyone each Fish Fry Friday well into his nineties. The upstairs ballroom is dedicated in his honor. During the St. Pat's event he could be seen wearing his green wig, putting a smile on everyone's face. Cal was an example for all of us and he will be truly missed. He was the epitome of the word volunteer.

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CHORUS

Our rehearsals are busy as we practice several songs for the Saengerfest Mass Concert being held at the German/American Club in Albany and sponsored by Germania of Poughkeepsie on May 31st. We are proud to announce that our Director, Mark Radlowski will conduct the Saengerfest Mass Concert, and our accompanist, Margaret Fusco, will be the pianist. You can only imagine the joy of participating in these events while singing in German with the other New York State clubs. In addition to this event, we have music for our Club's Anniversary Banquet on May 3rd and our Club's Spring Concert on June 8th. It is with great pride that we are continuing the goal of our founders 160 years ago to foster the German/American singing. Thank you to our volunteer singers for the many years you have devoted to Chorus.

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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR EVENTS

The Club’s St. Patrick's Party was a huge success supported by over 200 people who enjoyed music, food, dancing and just an all-over good time. We thank the 20 volunteers who made this happen. Also, thanks to the "leprechauns" for all the decorations that added to the "green Irish spirit." Our Friday Fish Fry Dinner continues to be nicely supported, and the Girl Scouts enjoyed the Cookie Sale support we gave them.

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GERMAN FESTIVAL - July 18-19-20

The Board decided to change the name of our Bavarian Festival to our German Festival. You may ask why? Raymond Beck (1st VP) noted: Germany has 16 states, so not everyone is a Bavarian. Utica and our Club were settled by people from Bremen, Cologne, and Frankfort, just to name a few. We felt our Festival should reflect the diversity of German people, therefore the name change. This year's music will be provided by Die Lustigen Almdudler's on July 18th & 19th (5:30 to 10 p.m.), and July 20th (noon - 4 p.m.). Our Festival needs many volunteers. Please volunteer to help.

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CELEBRATION TIME MAY 3RD

2025 is our Club's Anniversary of 160 years! This is a huge accomplishment and one that each of us should be proud of being a member. So, let's CELEBRATE this milestone on May 3rd! The celebration begins with cocktails/hors d’oeuvre. Our chorus will perform, along with a ceremony to honor those who have passed away in the last year, while also celebrating our new honorary members and applauding our Volunteer(s) of the Year. Dinner includes salad, pork or chicken schnitzel, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables and coffee/dessert, along with one free beverage of your choice. Members $20.00; Non-members $25.00. Reservations, by April 25th, are required to help determine the amount of food necessary for this CELEBRATION.

An additional mailing is forthcoming with more information, however if you wish to secure your spot at this event, you can sign-up/pay at the bar. Patti, Cyndi and Lori will be happy to make your reservations. If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Yount at: (315) 868-4051 or email to rankinscin@aol.com. We hope to see you for this momentous occasion.

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SAUERBRATEN DINNER

The Spring Sauerbraten dinner is being held on April 13th, Palm Sunday, from Noon - 2:30 p.m., or sold out. Dinner includes German potato salad, rolls, Sauerbraten, noodles, red cabbage, gravy, and Black Forest cake for dessert, all for a donation of $22 (includes tax).

Over 30 volunteers work to prepare this dinner. Take-out is available. Please invite your family and friends for an enjoyable afternoon with wonderful German cuisine!

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EASTER PIE SALE

If you are looking for a nice pie, join us on Friday, April 18th during Fish Fry where you will find a variety of home-made pies. A couple of our Chorus members are hosting the event. We know there must be some good bakers among our members who like to bake. A baker sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board or give Secretary Judy a call if you are willing to bake. Your support is appreciated!

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GERMAN FESTIVAL PLANNING MEETING

If you are looking for a nice pie, join us on Friday, April 18th during Fish Fry where you will find a variety of home-made pies. A couple of our Chorus members are hosting the event. We know there must be some good bakers among our members who like to bake. A baker sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board or give Secretary Judy a call if you are willing to bake. Your support is appreciated!

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CLUB HELP NEEDED WITH WEDNESDAY CREW

As you can only imagine, there are many tasks to be done as winter has finally ended. Our crew needs your help. We are sure there are members who could lend a hand on Wednesday mornings from 8 - 11:30 a.m. What needs to be done? Cleaning inside and outside (windows, floors, tables, kitchens), yard work and the pavilion area. You name it - it needs to be done! Our House Committee Chairman, Bill Gregory and Marty Culan work with you and your skill set(s) for weekly assignments. No one punches a time clock. Coffee break & lunch is provided. We also have an opening on the House Committee for one more member. If you are interested, let us know.

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EDELWEISS SCHUHPLATTLERS by Gracie Schell

What a beautiful, perfect day it was marching in the Utica St. Patrick's Day Parade! Eight of our dancers participated carrying flags or dancing, plus two helpers carried our ES banner. We also competed, doing a quick dance for the parade judges. We won't know until March 29th if we won an award for competing. On March 13th, we performed at the Rome School for the Deaf. We were part of a one-hour German Music Program for their students. Everyone there really enjoyed the Show. The children especially loved doing a dance with us and then playing a song with my musical brass cowbells. On April 2nd we resume our weekly Wednesday rehearsals from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Come & join us!!) On April 3rd we will perform at the Albany Street Elementary School "Multi-Cultural Night". Our April rehearsals will focus on various dances, including the Maypole Dance, for our performance at the inaugural "Saranac Brewery Maifest" May 3rd!