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GERMANIA NEWSLETTER Germania of Poughkeepsie, Inc. 37 Old DeGarmo Road Poughkeepsie, New York 12603-2062 Phone (845) 471-0609 Fax (845) 471-0720 www.GermaniaPok.com ` June 2013 With the next newsletter not coming out until August, it is not too early to give you the Oktoberfest details and ask that you please save the dates, and spread the word to everyone you know so we can make it our best year yet!! And of course, this huge festival and important annual fundraiser for Germania cannot be done without over 100 volunteers each year, so please consider taking a work shift or two and mark the commitment on your calendar!! The Volunteer Sign-Up Book should be available at the clubhouse in July. EXECUTIVE BOARD President: Carol Ann Fischer 876-2592 VP: Melissa Wagner 635-8852 Secretary: Evelyn Blatz 632-1555 Treasurer: Sherwood Kreig 229- 8208 Financial Secretary: Michael Reichert 635-1065 DAUGHTER CLUBS and COMMITTEES Singers President: Pat Kemmerer 454-8192 Soccer Club President: Joe Ulrich 380-7925 Germania Almrausch President: Christine Pattantyús 452-6219 Membership Co-Chairpersons: Sylvia Reuter 914-882-0200 Maria Bruhmuller 516-470-2158 Newsletter Editor: Karen Rose (845)471-7442 or [email protected] Building & Grounds: Chris Blatz 702-7383 House: Gerhard Stoetzel 914-474-5956 Bar: Bill Reuter 914-882-0307 25-Week Club: Marilyn Luhmann 914-489-2561 UPCOMING EVENTS Jun 07 Biergarten 6:30pm, Joe Unger Jun 14 Soccer Club Golf Tournament Jun 15 Annual Meeting/Election 7:30 Jun 21Biergarten 6:30pm, Joe Unger Jun 28 Dinner 5pm, Roasted Chicken Jul 12 Fifties Sock Hop, 7-11pm Jul 20 25 Week Club Party, 6pm Jul 28 Indoor barbecue, 1-6pm Aug 09 Dinner 5pm Aug 16 Biergarten 6:30pm, Joe Unger SEE FULL CALENDAR WITHIN WE ARE NOW SERVING OKTOBERFEST Germania Festival Grounds 51 Old DeGarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 “Willkommen!” Friday, September 6 th Doors Open 5PM The Schwarzenegger Connection 6-10 Saturday, September 7 th Doors Open 11AM Mountain Brauhaus Band 12-4pm Spitze! (7-piece band) 5-10pm Sunday, September 8 th Doors Open Noon The Mountain Tops 1-6pm German Food, Munich's finest Beer, Baked Goods, Bavarian Pretzels, Live Music, Schuhplattler Dancers, Singers, Vendors, Entertainment and Piñata for the kids, Raffles… Gemütlichkeit! $6 daily admission (Kids 12 and under Free) www.GermaniaOktoberfest.com

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Page 1 of 14 GERMANIA NEWSLETTER

Germania of Poughkeepsie, Inc. 37 Old DeGarmo Road

Poughkeepsie, New York 12603-2062 Phone (845) 471-0609 Fax (845) 471-0720

www.GermaniaPok.com

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June 2013

With the next newsletter not coming out until August, it is not too early

to give you the Oktoberfest details and ask that you please save the dates,

and spread the word to everyone you know so we can make it our best

year yet!! And of course, this huge festival and important annual

fundraiser for Germania cannot be done without over 100 volunteers

each year, so please consider taking a work shift or two and mark the

commitment on your calendar!! The Volunteer Sign-Up Book should be

available at the clubhouse in July.

EXECUTIVE BOARD

President: Carol Ann Fischer 876-2592

VP: Melissa Wagner 635-8852

Secretary: Evelyn Blatz 632-1555

Treasurer:

Sherwood Kreig 229- 8208

Financial Secretary:

Michael Reichert 635-1065

DAUGHTER CLUBS and COMMITTEES

Singers President:

Pat Kemmerer 454-8192

Soccer Club President:

Joe Ulrich 380-7925

Germania Almrausch President:

Christine Pattantyús 452-6219

Membership Co-Chairpersons:

Sylvia Reuter 914-882-0200

Maria Bruhmuller 516-470-2158

Newsletter Editor:

Karen Rose (845)471-7442 or

[email protected]

Building & Grounds:

Chris Blatz 702-7383

House:

Gerhard Stoetzel 914-474-5956

Bar: Bill Reuter 914-882-0307

25-Week Club:

Marilyn Luhmann 914-489-2561

UPCOMING EVENTS

Jun 07 Biergarten 6:30pm, Joe Unger

Jun 14 Soccer Club Golf Tournament

Jun 15 Annual Meeting/Election 7:30

Jun 21Biergarten 6:30pm, Joe Unger

Jun 28 Dinner 5pm, Roasted Chicken

Jul 12 Fifties Sock Hop, 7-11pm

Jul 20 25 Week Club Party, 6pm

Jul 28 Indoor barbecue, 1-6pm

Aug 09 Dinner 5pm

Aug 16 Biergarten 6:30pm, Joe Unger

SEE FULL CALENDAR WITHIN

WE ARE NOW SERVING

OKTOBERFEST Germania Festival Grounds

51 Old DeGarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

“Willkommen!”

Friday, September 6th Doors Open 5PM

The Schwarzenegger Connection 6-10

Saturday, September 7th Doors Open 11AM

Mountain Brauhaus Band 12-4pm

Spitze! (7-piece band) 5-10pm

Sunday, September 8th Doors Open Noon

The Mountain Tops 1-6pm

German Food, Munich's finest Beer, Baked Goods,

Bavarian Pretzels, Live Music, Schuhplattler Dancers,

Singers, Vendors, Entertainment and Piñata for the kids,

Raffles… Gemütlichkeit! $6 daily admission (Kids 12 and under Free)

www.GermaniaOktoberfest.com

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Dear members,

April flowers were blooming at our annual Frühlingsgala, as over 90 elegantly

dressed guests danced the night away, to the wonderful music of the Norbert

Ludwig Orchestra. As usual, our gourmets delighted in feasting on the

delectable meal presented by our CIA Dean Emeritus, Fritz Sonnenschmidt,

Pâtissier Helmut Loibl, CTI BOCES Chef Dan Tierney, and the BOCES Gala

Team. If you were unable to attend, why not consider giving yourself the

pleasure of attending next year?

Because we are concerned for your safety, as well as your enjoyment, I am

delighted to tell you that an AED (automated external defibrillator) has been purchased and will be installed

shortly. Training in its use will be made available to all interested members. Watch your newsletter for the

announcement.

It's great to greet our returning snowbirds at our Wednesday lunches, Friday Night Dinners, and the Biergartens.

Now we hope you eagerly awaited for the inauguration of our First Annual Maifest. I know it was pleasurable

for all who attended. We plan to build on this event next year, just as our Oktoberfest has grown over the past 6

years. Thank you to all the volunteers, without whose help it could not have succeeded.

The Germania Singers' "Roses for Mother's Day" Spring Concert delighted our members and guests, as always.

The Kinderchor enchanted the audience, singing many of their old favorites, and including many new songs as

well. It is sad to think that this may be their last performance, as after many years of dedication, Frau Helga

Baker has reluctantly given up her baton. We are hoping that someone will step forward, willing to fill her

shoes. The sold out crowd enjoyed the delicious dinner of Chicken Paprikash. It was another wonderful

evening to remember.

Remember to attend the annual meeting and election of officers and trustees on June 15th, at 7:30 pm. Please

consider running for an available position, and joining committees. The bartenders would love to welcome

more members to help, as would the kitchen staff and volunteer servers. The building and grounds committee is

always looking for members who are willing to use their expertise in these areas. We are thankful for all the

enthusiastic volunteering you have already done. For example, you may have noticed how sparkling fresh the

clubhouse walls look, thanks to the efforts of Peter Licis and his son. Watch for more upgrades in the next few

months.

Enjoy the rest of the spring and summer months. We hope to see you at the clubhouse or at the pavilion often.

Sincerely,

Carol Ann Fischer, President

ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS & TRUSTEES

SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 2013 @ 7:30PM

(Arrive at 7pm to say hello to your friends and grab a drink from the bar)

Members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting to hear the club financial reports and annual budget, and

learn about what is happening at Germania, important changes, things that challenge our future, upcoming and

past events and other news.

MEMBERS INTERESTED IN A POSITION ON THE BOARD SHOULD CONTACT

NOMINATING CHAIRPERSON ROBB ROSE AT 917-214-5552

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GERMANIA MEN & LADIES SINGERS

On February 22nd the Singers made a sauerbraten Friday night dinner for Germania. Ulrike Engelhardt, with Margarethe

Killmer’s help, learned to prepare this meal. The lady Singers assisted in the kitchen and served. It was a very successful

meal.

On Sunday, May 5th the Singers held their Annual Spring Concert, Roses for Mother's Day, under Director George

Calabrese. A selection of songs dedicated to our Mutter, Grand Mutter and the Blessed Mother were sung. The men

chorus sang Schwarze Rose, Rosemarie and dedicated it to Rosemarie, Helmut’s wife, and he presented her with the dark

rose. Solos were sung during the concert by Helga Baker and Helga Nowak-Razey. George and Elizabeth Calabrese

played a selection of music on the violin in reference to roses. The day was beautiful. It was well attended. Katherine

Ulrich played the piano and our Director gave each lady Singer a red rose. Eight members of the Kingston Maennerchor

and Damenchor including NYS Saengerbund President Herman Koemel joined us. Margarethe Killmer, Monica

Jorgensen and George Englehardt prepared a delicious meal of chicken paprika; everyone was pleased. Barbara Troan,

under the supervision of Helmet Loibl, made the Crème Brulee dessert. Joe Unger provided the dancing music. Helga

Baker will give her report on the Kinderchor Concert. The Singers thanked Philip Franzen-Nicholson for being our music

editor. Helen Schimpf broke her collarbone and could not play the piano for the children, Katherine Ulrich stepped in.

There are DVD’s and CD’s available from the Spring Concert for sale. Cost is $5. Contact Philip at 845-724-3209.

In March, the Singers expressed their sympathy to Fred and Nancy Steimer on the passing of her mother

who lived in Florida. Thinking of You cards were sent to Cal Baker and Hugo Fueglein.

Thank you Singers for the beautiful flower arrangement you presented to me at our last meeting. We will

return to singing in late August. See you at the Germania Oktoberfest! -Pat Kemmerer

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TTHHEE HHAALLLL WWAASS FFIILLLLEEDD WWIITTHH GGRREEEENN AANNDD GGOOOODD CCHHEEEERR

Many thanks to all who attended the St. Patrick's Day Party which was held on March 9th. A great evening of fun

and Shamrock infused Gemutlichkeit was had by all, with over $2200 of net event proceeds being turned back to the

Club. In addition, Bar receipts of $1200

were generated. There were 120 excellent

Corned Beef and Cabbage dinners served

under the leadership of Chef Margarethe

Killmer, with assistance in the kitchen by

Rob Rose, Mike Reichert, Gary

Schonmann, and Peggy Ren. Servers were

John Kelly, Kathy Whalen, Eileen

Sweeney, and Ed Kelley. A big shout out

goes to Vinny for his usual wonderful

performance handling the dishwashing and

especially to Grete Licis, who helped

manage cleanup after a long day of activity.

MacCana did a masterful job of playing

Irish tunes that had the audience clapping,

dancing, and even performing a

spontaneous high-kick routine! (No names

will be mentioned, because what happens at

Germania, STAYS at Germania!) The Irish

Stepdancers were lead once again by

Ashley and we all very much appreciated

their skills and enthusiasm. Anneliese

Kreig graciously helped run the raffle

which generated $377. Peggy Ren kindly

donated raffle prizes of Bailey's Irish

Cream and wine. Finally, Peter Licis and

Bill Reuter donated their time to bar tend.

Their execution was flawless!

Please mark your calendars for next year's

event which will be held once again on a

Saturday evening (March 8th, 2014) and

feature the music of MacCana.

******************** SStt.. PPaatt''ss HHaattss ******************** I extend my personal thanks to the committee which made this event happen. Many hours of planning, decorating,

and hands-on work by Ed Kelley, Pat Kelley (chief decorator!), and Peggy Ren enabled the event to be a success.

Thanks to one and all.

Stephen Ren, Event Chairperson

Editor's Note: I think I can safely add this note on behalf of everyone that attended... Thank YOU Steve for superb

leadership, all your time and hard work, and a great opening speech and prayer before dinner!

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FIRST MAIFEST HELD MAY 17th & 18th

In an unofficial poll at the ticket booth, 79 festival attendees were asked "How did you hear about the Maifest?" and

the results show us that (a) advertising in the Poughkeepsie Journal is a worthy investment and (b) word of mouth

really does work! Some examples of "word of mouth" we were given include "someone told me about it when I was

at the clubhouse", "my friend invited me" and "my [mom] is a member and told me about it".

Imagine what we could learn if we put such an official poll into place at our events, and polled a majority of

attendees rather than a small percentage of attendees?

Look for the August Germania Newsletter for a post-Maifest news article and more pictures!

Page 6 of 14 _________________________________________________________________________________________

SCHUHPLATTLER NEWS Germania Almrausch Schuhplattler Verein

We welcome our newest adult members Kevin & Heather Blatz and John & Marijo Weinzierl, and Kindergruppe

member Erin Ricker!

It was quiet during the winter months but now that Spring has arrived, dance rehearsals have resumed. We have

rehearsals scheduled for June 14th and June 28th. If you are interested in observing or joining, please come, or check

with our President Chris at 845-452-6219 on future dates. We welcome members of all ages, children and adults,

associate and dance memberships, and accordion players too!

We are thinking of Paula DeMarco, daughter of Almrausch Life Member Mark Delaney and past Germania

bartender. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Get well wishes to Grete's sister, Erna Schneider, who resides in Germany.

Almrausch Visits Edelweiss Westchester: Bavarian Club Edelweiss Westchester held their 80th Anniversary on

April 27, 2013. It was a festive occasion. Music was provided by the Norbert Ludwig Orchestra. The cocktail

buffet and dinner exceeded our expectations! The Kindergruppe, Volkstanzgruppe and the Schuhplattler dancers

performed for the enthusiastic crowd. Our new members, Marijo and John Weinzierl, and Gábor and Christine

Pattantyús were invited to participate in the Ehrentanz with Bayern Verein Newark. It was a wonderful opportunity

to renew old friendships and greet those we have known for many years. We hope that we can remain in closer

contact in the future.

Our first group performance of the year was at Germania's 1st annual Maifest (below), and we had a good time.

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GERMANIA BLUE & WHITE SOCCER CLUB

A Three-peat? Over 30 team strong as ever

The Germania Over 30, managed by Billy Kapogiannis and Matt Viggiano, team is still in the hunt for the its

third State Cup Championship. They are at the top of their league.

Another cup WIN for the Germania Open team

The open team, coached by Jay Myers and managed by Joe Simone, recently won the Steven Howansky EDSL

cup final by beating Yonkers Portuguese 3-2. Congratulations to the Open team!

Here is our current team records:

Annual Soccer Club GOLF Tournament JUNE 14, 2013 The Soccer club will be having their annual golf tournament on June 14

st this year.

Contact any soccer club member to get more information about that golf tournament.

CORRECTION: This event was previously reported as being on June 21.

Champions League Final! May 25 Want to watch the best soccer in the world! Come to the club May 25 and watch the biggest game of the year.

The Champions League final on Saturday, May 25. We’ll have two TVs set up to watch the game at the club.

Join all the soccer fans for a great game and a great time. We’ll begin our annual raffle for a BIG SCREEN TV

on that date as well so come by!

ATTENTION LADIES:

Why should only the men have fun?!

Let's start a ladies soccer group!

If you are interested,

please call Helga at 845-797-7519

Page 8 of 14

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE NEWS

A reminder to all our members: Membership Dues for 2013-2014 are due on or before July 1st. You may send your check

to Germania at 37 Old Degarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 with attention to MEMBERSHIP or hand it to one of our

board members when you come to the club for one of our events.

New dues fees apply this year:

Single Membership : $75

Couple Membership: $140.00

Honorary Members: $55.00

Life Members: $15.00

Alles Gute zum Geburtstag! Happy Birthday!

June: Otto Klassen, Jean Doneit, Maria Bruhmuller, Ronald Hering, Madeline Libolt, Almerindo Ciferri, Tammy Maier,

Helga Nowak-Razey, Mark Woyner, Edgar Licis, Rev. Thomas Lutz, Alison Donway-Srinivasan, Barbara Troan, Bobbi

Gordon, Ingrid Mazerat, Lisa McVey, Evelyn Blatz, Momir Guzijian, John Trott, George Wellwood, Stefan Utzmann,

Darryl Bielski, Jeff McDonough, Jerry Van Duzer, Mike Killmer, George Calabrese, Gisela Chrisley, George Tebolt, Rob

Wheeler, George Dianni and Anthony Palmer.

July: Ryan Cornish, Karen Rose, Horst Schaffner, Ed Fikis, Fritz Lang, Dennis Zach, Brad Forrest, Paul Tetrualt, John

Kuklis, Rudolph J. Meluson Jr., Ronald Hummel, Matthew Wagner, James Charkalis, HansHeinrich Franzen-Nicholson,

George Gumbel, Jane Bernhard, Renate Grosshans, Katherine Ulrich, Henry G. Page Jr., Mark E. Delaney Sr., George

Engelhardt, Franco Motika, Paul Gross, Douglas A. Jones, Ernst Schneider, Violet Curry, Bill Kapogiannis and Brian

Wagner.

Special Birthday Greetings to our members who turn 60 this year!

Roger Bastian, Robert Constable, Stanley Elmendorf, Martin

Heresniak, John Robert Hoffman, Mustafa Jamal, Thomas J. Mercer Jr.,

Anthony Palmer, Gary Schonmann and Arthur A. Scott III.

OKTOBERFEST VOLUNTEERS We would easily have it covered if every member took just one shift! Unfortunately, only about 1/4 of the

membership volunteers for the Oktoberfest, and those 100 members work multiple shifts, multiple days. Let's

give those members a chance to enjoy the festival too and increase Oktoberfest volunteer participation this year

to 250 members. Look for the sign up book at the clubhouse soon and help us with the club's biggest fundraiser!

DESPERATELY SEEKING COOKS Without volunteer cooks, we would need to take a huge "bite" out of Germania's calendar of events and steady

income. If you enjoy cooking, please help us! If you want to learn more about cooking for large parties, please

let us teach you! Please call the club today at 845-471-0609 with your name & phone number and say "I am

interested in cooking."

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT FRIDAY DINNERS & BIERGARTENS Meet fellow members while supporting your club. We can’t do it without you! Duties include set up, grilling,

plating food, washing pots and cleaning kitchen, waiter/waitress and clean up. Take a look at the calendar and

please call the club today at 845-471-0609 with your name, phone number and date or dates you are available.

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GOOD & WELFARE MEMBER NEWS (Contributed in a joint effort by your Membership Committee and Newsletter Editor)

GET WELL WISHES to DARRYL BIELSKI'S MOTHER was hospitalized for a few days with a

heart issue; TAMMY MAIER has undergone two surgeries this year and we wish her the best in her

recovery; and to JANETT FRANK who is feeling under the weather lately.

Deepest sympathy to Jennifer Reichert and her family on the passing of her father RAYMOND J. SCHUMACHER,

82, of Wyoming, NY, who died April 8, 2013. A resident of Wyoming County since 1973, he owned and operated

Schum Acres Dairy Farm in Wyoming before retiring in 1995. He served his country honorably with the United

States Army from 1954 to 1956. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 45 years, Carol Bennett Schumacher.

Survivors include three sons: John (Debra) Schumacher of Naples, Joseph (Jackie) Schumacher of Cody, Wy., and

Jerald (Jackie) Schumacher of Wyoming; two daughters, Joanne Schumacher of Warsaw and Jennifer (Michael)

Reichert of Pleasant Valley, N.Y.; two sisters, a brother, 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and several nieces

and nephews.

The TD BANK FIVE BORO BIKE TOUR was held May 5, 2013

and Germania Almrausch members ROBB ROSE, GERTJAN

DOEDEE, MIKE REICHERT, ALEX REICHERT and BEV

ORSER were amongst over 30,000 other cyclists that biked

through the five boroughs of New York City! A portion of the

bike tour registration fee was donated to charity. Congratulations!

Thoughts from Bev: Team Almrausch was on the move early that

Sunday. It was a mad rush for the train at 4:32am NOT 4:42am!

Who was checking that train schedule? When we arrived at

Grand Central, we entertained ourselves by "people watching" as

every train emptied more riders

with their bikes. We waited by

the kiosk for our 6th rider, Laura, a friend of Robb's who was coming in on another

train. New York is strangely quiet in the early morning hours on a Sunday, but as we

rode downtown toward the starting area, there were more and more cyclists converging

from everywhere. The start was a mass of people, filling the street as far as you could

see (if you're tall enough)! There were 32,000 cyclists on a rolling start, and it really

was quite amazing (and very crowded). Big bikes, little bikes, tandem bikes, reclining

bikes, bikes with strollers and pushing wheelchairs, any type of bicycle you can imagine

was there - it was absolutely amazing. The sun was out and it warmed up into a

perfectly beautiful blue-sky day as we rode north through Central Park to the top of

Manhattan, then into the Bronx, and back over into Manhattan again for our first rest

stop. Water, bananas, bagels and all sorts of other snacks everywhere! We continued

down the FDR Drive on the east side, and then a trip over the Queensboro bridge

brought us into Queens. We rode on through Queens and into Brooklyn, (who would

ever think they would be riding a bike on the BQE)? The view was amazing from the

massive Verrazano Bridge, and we finally found ourselves at the festival site in Staten

Island. Finally, the cyclist only trip aboard the Staten Island Ferry brought us back to

lower Manhattan. We still were not done! We rode up Sixth Avenue again (this time

with traffic!), and arrived at that wonder in mid-town, the Hofbräuhaus. We were

finally sitting down, relaxing and enjoying the evening, exhausted but also exhilarated.

We proceeded to devour our Jägerschnitzel (with all the trimmings) and our ice cold

beers. ALL FIVE Boroughs and about 50 miles for Team Almrausch! For a first timer, it

was quite an experience. Who is coming with us next year?

Our thoughts and prayers are with our friend CAL BAKER.

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GOOD & WELFARE MEMBER NEWS CONTINUED

Keith McArthur's son gave birth to a baby boy, LOGAN CHARLES MCARTHUR on May 8th.

Congratulations to Junior Member ALEXANDRA REICHERT, daughter of Michael and

Jennifer. Alexandra qualified for an Arlington High School academic honor key by

maintaining an overall weighted average of 85 or better while at Arlington High School. She

will attend An Honor Key Recognition Program in May along with other eligible recipients.

Alexandra went to Disney World for her Class of 2013 Senior trip. She stayed right in the

Disney Park and was able to park hop all weekend. In addition she attended a Pit Bull

concert and Class of 2013 graduation party hosted at Universal Studios. She will be

graduating June 22nd and is planning to attend SUNY Oneonta. Congratulations Alex on

your accomplishments, and the scholarships you have earned, and you know we all wish you

the best at College! KATHERINE ULRICH donated two new benches to Germania in honor of the memory of her husband

JOSEPH ULRICH. They are located just outside the clubhouse bar exit, facing the soccer field, which is

perfect for anyone who is at the clubhouse but wants to take some time to watch a soccer game or

practice.

Our condolences to member Keith McArthur on the passing of his mother REGINA HELEN "JEAN" MCARTHUR, a

Beacon resident who died at age 82 on May 25, 2013.

Happy 20th wedding anniversary ROBB & KAREN ROSE! The couple married in Jamaica on June 5, 1993 and held a

reception at the Germania Pavilion upon their return.

Thank you CAROL ANN FISHER & MELISSA WAGNER for you generous

donations toward the Maifest advertising fee.

Germania Heritage Project

Book Proposal to be ready January 2014

Help Germania preserve the history of our club and members! We are looking for stories

from our members about their family’s immigration experiences (you do not need to

have come from Germany to be included in this opportunity). Please join the Germania

Heritage Project so we can document the story of immigrants to America, their struggles

and contributions, through the experiences of our members.

If you have not already done so, contact Georgia Herring-Trott at (845)452-2911 or at [email protected] to

be included in the project or for more information.

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EDITOR’S CORNER

My friends at Germania and many of the "regulars" at the club know I have been dealing with chronic low back pain and sciatica, the issues of late being due to another herniated disc (my first being 15 years ago). So, it's not always easy to come home from work and then sit some more at my home computer to monitor the club related emails, download and organize the pictures I take at club events, and then put together this newsletter. The June issue is a bit later than I hoped it would be, and I just wish to thank you for your patience, and express my apology if any of the messages within are too late. Members wishing to RECEIVE THE NEWSLETTER VIA EMAIL must log on to the club website, www.GermaniaPok.com, click the button that says “Newsletter”, and follow the two simple steps for “Email Me the Newsletter”. Step One provides our membership committee with your name, address and email address so you can be removed from the snail-mail list, and Step Two adds your email address to the distribution list. PLEASE help Germania reduce its expenses related to copying and mailing the newsletter. Get the news first and in beautiful color with clear photographs throughout by registering to receive the newsletter via email! Please find our Germania of Poughkeepsie page on FACEBOOK and “Like” us! When you are at the club, log onto Facebook and “Check In” so your friends know you are at Germania! Visit us on Facebook to see our events and photo gallery! PICTURES WANTED. Email them to [email protected]. Recent or old pictures are welcome. NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS are due no later than the 15

th of January, March, May, July, September, and

November.

DER GEMUETLICHE TANZVEREIN

Horst, Al & Linda ran this year's ballroom dancing classes on Thursday nights and the group held its last class

on May 30th and its year end party on June 6th. Watch future issues of the Germania Newsletter for details

from Der Gemuetliche Tanzverein on next year's classes.

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Erin & Melissa serve Rouladen 5/3/13: Karen Beyer, John & Georgia Trott & Mike Reichert at Maifest 5/17/13

George& Dave grillin', Ellen sells raffle tickets, Robin in kitchen, Gary & Peter at beer truck, Maifest 5/18/2013

Biergarten 6/7/2013: Germania Almrausch; Robin & Gerhard; Robb, GJ,

Vinnie & Dave in kitchen; Melissa Wagner & Karen Beyer

Germania Blue and White Soccer Club Celebrating “55” Years 1958 - 2013

President - Joseph Ulrich Vice President - Jeff Contelmo

Treasurer - Mark Woyner Secretary - Scott Grimes

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church 97 Mill Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

845-454-0340

Celebration of the Eucharist Weekdays 8AM

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"WE'VE BEEN THERE"

Tel: (845)229-8748 Fax: (845)229-8748

Email: [email protected]

www.shangri-latravel.net

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Come Home to Unconditional Love

Sunday at 10 AM

First Evangelical Lutheran Church 325 Mill Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

(845)452-6050

Lunch and Listen: 1st Wednesday 12 PM

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LAW OFFICES OF

Lorenzo l. Angelino

42 Catherine Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Tel (845) 845-214-1133 Fax (845) 454-5934

www.AngelinoLaw.com

[email protected]

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GERMANIA OF POUGHKEEPSIE

CALENDAR OF EVENTS CLUBHOUSE/BAR IS OPEN Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

WEDNESDAY LUNCH 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Except Holiday, Bake Sale & Oktoberfest weeks)

Have your next party at Germania! Rental Inquiries 845/471-0609

Make our website your Home page! www.GermaniaPok.com

Jun 07 Biergarten 6:30pm – 10:00pm – music by Joe Unger

Jun 14 Soccer Club Golf Tournament (DATE CHANGE)

Jun 15 Annual Meeting and Elections 7:30 pm (arrive at 7pm)

Jun 21 Biergarten 6:30pm – 10:00pm – music by Joe Unger

Jun 28 Friday Night Dinner 5pm-7pm (Roasted Chicken)

Jul 12 Fifties Sock Hop, 7-11pm

Jul 20 25 Week Club Party, 6-11pm

Jul 28 Indoor barbecue, 1-6pm

THERE IS NO MEMBERSHIP MEETING IN JULY OR AUGUST... ENJOY THE SUMMER!!!

Aug 09 Friday Night Dinner 5pm – 7pm

Aug 16 Biergarten 6:30pm – 10:00pm – music by Joe Unger

Sep 06 OKTOBERFEST Friday 5pm - 10pm

Sep 07 OKTOBERFEST Saturday 11am - 10pm

Sep 08 OKTOBERFEST Sunday Noon - 6pm

www.GermaniaOktoberfest.com

ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

ALL EVENTS ARE RUN BY MEMBER VOLUNTEERS - THESE EVENTS CANNOT TAKE PLACE WITHOUT YOUR SUPPORT!

HEIMATSTUNDE MIT HELGA!

The WHVW German Hour is every Sunday 2-3pm, streaming live on whvw.net or listen at 950 AM on the

radio. Submit music requests to Helga Nowak Razey at [email protected] or 845-797-7519.

DON'T MISS THE NEXT

BIERGARTEN Music by accordionist Joe Unger

Good food; good friends; good times!