April 2007 Newsletter

Dear Member,

      The next general membership meeting, for all members, will be held on Monday, April 9^th at 8:00 pm.

2007 Calendar of Events

Date	Day	Event	Time	Place
Apr  2	Mon	Property Committee Meeting	7:30 pm
Apr  5	Thu	No Culture Committee Meeting	Cancelled	Cancelled
Apr  5	Thu	EVTG Meeting	8:00 pm
Apr 14	Sat	DSB Property Clean-Up Day	8:00 am
Apr 17	Tue	Konversationsrunde	7:30 pm	Library
Apr 22	Sun	Spring German Show	4:00 pm	Deutsche Halle
Apr 29	Sun	Ladies Annual Sunday Dinner	3:00 pm
Apr 30	Mon	Ladies Meeting	7:30 pm	Von Steuben Rm
May  3	Thu	Culture Committee Meeting	7:30 pm	Board Rm
May  5	Sat	Spring Concert	7:00 pm	Deutsche Halle
May 15	Tue	Konversationsrunde	7:30 pm	Library
May 15-17	Tue- Thu	DSB Soccer Try-Outs Boys U9 & Boys U11	6:30 pm - 8:00pm
May 28	Mon	Ladies Meeting	7:30 pm	Von Steuben Rm
Jun  7	Thu	Culture Committee Meeting	7:30 pm	Board Rm
Jun  9	Sat	DSB Annual Picnic
Jul 16	Mon	Deutsch für Kinder Camp	9:00 am

BAUERNSTUBE

Food will be served on selected Friday’s from 6:00 – 9:00pm in the Bauernstube.

Mar 30	Stuffed Peppers Steamed Shrimp	$3.00 ¼# - $2.00, ½# - $3.75
Apr 13	Chicken Cheese Steaks w/Lettuce and Tomato French Fries	$4.00 $1.50, w/Gravy - $2.00
Apr 27	Sausage Pepper and Onion Sandwiches French Fries	$3.50 $1.50, w/Gravy - $2.00

BAUERNSTUBE WILL BE CLOSED SUNDAY, APRIL 8^th FOR EASTER!

PROPERTY COMMITTEE

The DSB Board of Directors has authorized work to fabricate and install a new roof in the mechanical equipment area at the south end of the club to stop rainwater leaks into the library. A contract is being placed with Bafundo Associates to do the work. Other work approved and underway includes (1) a new beverage cooler for the Bauernstube, (2) DSB Mechanical Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Contract with Berry Refrigeration Co., (3) a replacement line fence at the southeast corner of the DSB property, (4) a parking lot snowplowing contract, (5) an illuminated menu sign for the Ladies and (6) new tables for the hall. As a reminder, DSB Members holding door keys to the club are requested to please report this information to Fred Escheu, Property Chair by note at the DSB, or telephone (302) 998-6098.

A MESSAGE FROM YOUR PRESIDENT

Liebe Mitglieder (Dear Members),

After approximately two months in office I would like to share my observations and opinions with you as seen through the eyes of an officer of the D.S.B.

I see our club as one with wonderful and friendly members who love to have fun as well as pursue their heritage, hobbies and friendships with people of similar backgrounds.

We have some members who actively voice their opinion and work hard for their special interest.  These are the leaders of our various subgroups.  There are other members who will participate and help when approached, but not volunteer or ask too many questions.  Then we have the silent majority who never express their opinion, ask questions or make suggestions.

In our newsletter I have expressed some of my opinions and suggestions to make this an even better club.  I had expected comments from members pro or con.  Up to this point I have received almost none.

The purpose of this message is to get all of our members involved.  Every suggestion is a good suggestion, even though not all of them can be incorporated.  However, suggestions are only half the solution.  The other half is to carry out what was suggested, by becoming actively involved, having others approve of your ideas and help bring them to fruition.

I have had a chance to closely evaluate our facilities.  They look great when you don’t look too closely.  At close examination you will find that in order to keep our facility in the first class condition most of us think it is in; we must volunteer to take care of the little things that are not perfect before they become major problems.

If you see something that needs fixing, painting, cleaning etc. volunteer to help.  I am sure you will be approached by the Property Committee in the coming month about things that require attention. Please volunteer-------as you know, THIS IS YOUR CLUB.  Let’s improve the D.S.B. surroundings as you would your own home.

Mit freundlichen Grüssen,

Richard Grieb

EVTG NEWS

Next meeting will be Thursday, April 5^th at 8pm sharp!  Members please take note of change in meeting time!

EVTG JUGEND ATTEND MID-ATLANTIC EINZEL PLATTELN COMPETITION & WORKSHOP

Aaron Derby, Zachary Sigmund, Sara Keith and Morgan Schulz attended the 4^th Annual Jugend Einzelplattl event at the Evergreen Country Club on Saturday, March 3, 2007 hosted by the Auerhahn Schuhplattler Verein, Oley, PA.

The competition had 8 Vereine and 44 couples from the Mid-Atlantic area participate in the excitement with ages ranging from 5 to 17 years of age.  This workshop gives our youth an opportunity to get together with other Schuhplattlers their age and a way to show off their great talents.

This is the first time the Jugend were given the option of their performance being ranked or critiqued.  Enzian V.T.G.’s Sara Keith won Second Place in the 10 to 13 age group and we are equally proud of all our youth that took their time to participate in this fun event.

Please remember, our young people are the future of the Delaware Saengerbund, helping to preserve and uphold our culture and traditions.  Thanks for a great job to Sara, Morgan, Aaron and Zachary.

ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE

The Entertainment Committee thanks everyone who attended Fasching. We hope all who attended had a great time. Thank you for your support.

Ø Spring German Show Sunday April 22^nd

Join us for an afternoon of music and song. Hansi Kiesler mit seiner TV-Show present Musik vom Wilden Kaiser. Featuring Die Alpenhippies, Lydia Huber and Blumi.

The Entertainment Committee will offer a Sauerbraten Dinner & Show ticket for $20.00. Show only for $15.00. Dinner is at 2pm, with the show starting at 4pm.  Reserved tables for groups of 8 or more. Dinner & Show tickets must be purchased by Friday, April 13^th. Dinner and Show tickets purchased after the 13^th will be $25.00. For tickets or more information contact Brian Schulz at 302-453-8557, and brianofdsb@aol.com or Tommy Keith at 302-738-1945 and dt90sb93@comcast.net. Don’t miss this special event.

To see more on Hansi Kiesler visit http://www.musikvomwildenkaiser.at/

Ø Spring Concert – Saturday, May 5^th

Doors will open at 6:00 and the singers will perform at 7:00. Food will be available for purchase by the Ladies of the DSB.  Tickets will go on sale on Monday, April 9^th at the General Membership Meeting, than every Wednesday from 7:45 to 9:00 until the Concert.  Tickets will also be sold at the door.  The Windjammers will play from 8:00 to 12:00.  Tickets will be $7 each for everyone.

Ø DSB Annual Picnic June 9^th

Join your fellow members and family for an afternoon of fun and entertainment. Dance to the music provided by JT Orchestra from 1pm to 5pm.There will be a few surprises. Don’t miss out on the good time. Rain or Shine!!!

FROM THE LADIES OF THE DSB

Please join us on April 29th for the Ladies Annual Sunday Dinner. We will have one seating at 3:00pm, and we ask that all reservations be submitted to the Ladies by April 20^th. Please forward all reservations and checks to Ann Marie McNeal.

Our flyer with the dinner menu and a tear off reservation sheet is included in this newsletter. Please also indicate with your reservation sheet if you have a preference in seating or need to reserve a table. It will help us better accommodate your dining and would be appreciated.  We hope to have you and your guests join us!

The Ladies are in the planning stages of their annual outing. Details as far as location and times have yet to be finalized. The trip will take place sometime during the week of May 14^th. Information regarding the trip and availability of seats will be announced as it becomes available. If you have any questions or may be interested in joining the Ladies on their outing please contact Bettie Hopkins at 563-5885 or via email bett381@hotmail.com.

The Ladies would also like to remind everyone that we shall continue our policy of opening the window for food sales as the doors open for DSB events. So bring your appetites!

The next meetings of the Ladies will be held Monday, April 30th, 2007 and Monday, May 28th, 2007 at 7:30 pm in the Von Steuben room.

The Ladies always welcome any new members! Feel free to join us for an upcoming meeting. 

DEUTSCHE SPRACHSCHULE

As per his list of goals for the coming year President Richard Grieb has asked the Culture Committee to organize a DEUTSCHE SPRACHSCHULE for club members’ children and grandchildren to learn the German language and culture.  This is a major project which will involve establishing goals, setting a curriculum, and hiring teachers, and could include children from ages 4 through high school. Classes will be set depending on age and number of students. In order to determine the interest and participation among the members for such a language school, the committee wishes to gather the following information first:

1. How much interest is there in such a school,

2. Age group span

3. Class day preference

4. Adults to serve on steering committee.

Please fill out the form and send BY APRIL 16 to Culture Committee at the DSB.  If you have questions, contact Trudy Gilgenast at 302-995-1726 or TrudyG@udel.edu

1. Why are you interested in supporting such a school?

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

2. Name:      _____________________________________________________________

3. Address:  _____________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

4. Phone: ___________________          Email: _________________________________

5. Name and age of child(ren): __________________________________    __________

___________________________________________________________    __________

___________________________________________________________    __________

___________________________________________________________    __________

6. Class preference day:    Sat.    10-12 ____________        Sun. 2-4 _________

                                                          1-3 ____________

7. Yes, I am interested in serving on the steering committee: ________________

German Show at the DSB

· Sauerbraten Dinner & Show Ticket - $20.00 ($25.00 after April 13^th)

· Show Ticket Only - $15.00

· Reserved tables available for groups of 8 or more.

· For tickets or more information, contact :

o Brian Schulz 302-453-8557 Brianofdsb@aol.com

o Tommy Keith 302-738-1945 dt90sb93@comcast.net

DELAWARE SAENGERBUND

SINGERS’ SPRING CONCERT

SATURDAY,   MAY  5^th, 2007,  7:00 pm

The Singers will be performing their annual spring concert of familiar German  and american songs

they will be joined by

the cecil county choral society

food will be available for purchase  before and after the concert.   there will be music for your dancing and listening enjoyment by the "windjammers"

        Doors will open at 6:00 PM.

Come out and support the Singers and the DSB.

Tickets will be $7.00 per person  .  They will be available starting at the april 9th  meeting  and at the club  on  Wednesday  evenings.  phone and email reservations are welcome.  Call the DSB for further information.

Delaware Saengerbund

49 Salem Church Road

Newark, DE

Tel:  302/366-9454   or

http://www.DelawareSaengerbund.org

GERMAN GENEALOGY GROUP

The Genealogy Group will meet on Monday, March 26th at 7:30 in the Deutsche Halle.

As one way of studying the social history of our ancestors we will have the privilege of hearing about daily life in Europe from two of our club leaders who grew to adulthood in Europe before immigrating to America. These stories are very personal yet speaks to each of us.  In January we were blessed with the stories of Richard Grieb and Simon Schock.

This month our speakers will be two very important women to the club members:

Helga Kissell     and    Annemarie McNeal

This is the program that was cancelled due to bad weather in February. 

WE URGE YOU TO ATTEND both the March meeting and the April meeting. They are open to all members.

On April 30, our DSB genealogy meeting will have a world renowned author and publisher, Corrine Earnest, speak on Pennsylvania Germans and Frakturs.  She and her husband own and operate the Russell D. Earnest Associates Publishing Company.  Please put April 30 on your calendars and help us welcome Corrine to the Delaware Saengerbund. 

MUTTERTAG   -   KAFFEERUNDE

(Mother’s Day Coffee and Cake)

Are you looking for a special treat for mother on her day?  The Culture Committee invites you to bring her to a lovely German style afternoon where you can linger over coffee/tea and cake as you relax and chat with family and friends.  Chocolate milk will be available for children.

Sunday, May 13, 2007 – 3:00pm in the von Steuben Room.

Cost is $4.00 for adults; $2.00 for children

Please send the tear-off sheet by May 3 to the Culture Committee at the DSB. If you have questions, contact Trudy Gilgenast, 302-995-1726 or Trudyg@udel.edu.

Please make out checks to the DSB, attention Culture Committee

Name(s):________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

Phone:_________________________________________________________

Number attending: adults:____________   children:______________

Amount enclosed:  $_________________________

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

The Membership Committee met on March 5, 2007.  The following new members were interviewed and accepted:

1. Helen Berlin was sponsored by Mariana Wilke and A.K. Kissell. She is retired from the New York State Thruway Authority, but works part-time with H&R Block. Helen lives in Wilmington, Delaware, enjoys knitting, and is joining as a Supporting Member.

2. Ronald and Shirley Crooks were sponsored by Woody Yaeger and Andy Olivier. Ronald is retired metallurgist from Hercules, and enjoys woodworking and wood carving. Shirley is retired but volunteers with the Tristate Bird Rescue. They live in Newark, Delaware, and are joining as Supporting Members.

3. John Greer was sponsored by Hildur Wood and Bill Ledwith. John is a Computer Engineer and enjoys homebrewing, brewing history, and travel. He lives in Newark, Delaware and is joining as a Supporting Member.

4. Jack McCartan was sponsored by Russell Booth and Annemarie McNeal. Jack works as a Shipper/Receiver for WL Gore and his hobbies are travel, hiking, fishing, canoeing, sports and premium cigars. He is a big fan of Oktoberfest, lives in Newark, Delaware and is joining as a Supporting Member.

5. Gunther and Sharon Ohrt were sponsored by Heinz Ambrosch and Donald Merritt. Gunther is a Tool and Die Maker and Sharon is a Kindergarten Teacher. They have one daughter at home, Stephanie. Their hobbies include BMW motorcycling, camping and backpacking. They live in Elkton, Maryland and are joining as Active Members.

6. Roger and Cheryl Stichter were sponsored by Klaus Vikari and Stephanie Schulz. Roger has worked at Conectiv for 20 years as a Maintenance Operator and Cheryl is the Compensation Manager at JP Morgan Chase. They have two children, Lori-Anne and Kelly. They live in Newark, Delaware and are joining as Supporting Members.

            Come and join us for Enzian V.T.G.’s annual Pig Roast on Saturday, May 12^th.  We are planning an event with great food and Gemütlichkeit to be held in the D.S.B. Pavilion.  Adults $12 and Children 10 yrs. and under $6.00.  Check next month’s edition of the D.S.B. Newsletter for the reservation form.  Looking forward to seeing all of you on May 12^th.

CULTURE COMMITTEE NEWS

CONVERSATION CIRCLE – There is interest in forming a conversation circle for members wishing to speak more and only German.  Lorena Meunier will serve as liaison under the Culture Committee.  The next meeting for interested members will be Tuesday, April 17 at 7:30pm in the library. This is another great opportunity to keep your oral skills alive and to interact on a variety of topics.  If you have questions, please contact Trudy Gilgenast, Trudyg@udel.edu or 302-995-1726.

CHANGE OF DATE - DEUTSCH FÜR KINDER CAMP – Due to a conflict, the date of the summer Deutsch für Kinder Camp will be held July 16-27, 2007.  The age range is from 6-10 years and is open to members’ children and grandchildren.  The two week camp will be held from 9:00 – 12:00 Monday – Friday for a total cost of $20.00 per child.  Dr. Iris Busch and daughter Stefanie will again offer an interesting and fun program so that your child will be singing and speaking German at the end of camp.  Contact Dr. Busch at beuren@udel.edu or 302-453-9872 if you have questions.  Registration forms will follow in a future newsletter.

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

The next Communications Committee meeting will be held Friday, April 6^th at 6:30pm in the Board room.  Anyone interested in promoting our club, in any fashion, is invited to attend.

Items for consideration in next month’s newsletter are due on the date of the next DSB monthly meeting (April 9^th at the General Membership meeting).  The next newsletter will contain items/events for May, June, July, August and beyond.

If readers have questions about content, missing items or event details please contact the event sponsor directly. If you see an omission, typographical or editing error for an item you submitted, please let me know immediately by phone or Email.  Thank you for your on-going support - Rick Malley, Communications Secretary, Cell: 443-756-2361 or Email: RickofDSB@DelawareSaengerbund.org.

Music begins where language stops

Bauernstube Hours*

Day	Hours*
Sunday	2pm	-	7pm
Monday	7pm	-	11pm
Tuesday	3pm	-	9pm
Wednesday	7pm	-	11pm
Thursday	7pm	-	11pm
Friday	2pm	-	1am
Saturday	7pm	-	12am

*Subject to change