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Lancaster Liederkranz News
February 24, 2026
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2026 Membership Renewal is ENDING THIS WEEK - Below is a list of members who have not yet renewed.
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If you have decided not to renew, we're sorry to see you leave and we hope that you may reconsider.
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If you feel your name is listed in error, please reply to this email and we will check our records.
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If you know someone listed, a family member or acquaintance, please reach out and remind them that renewal is ending this week.
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A $35/pp reactivation fee will be implemented for renewals made from Mar 1 through Dec 31. Beginning Jan 1, application and voting will be required to re-join.
Renewal links are in the Notices section below, or you may stop in the Club to renew. Reminder cards will not be mailed.
Non-Renewed 2026 Memberships
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Seeking Fest Gate Co-Chairs
Our Fest Committee is looking for interested members to co-chair gate management at our four fests: Sommerfest, Parrot Fest, Oktoberfest, and Christkindlmarkt. If this volunteer effort is something you may be interested in, or you if would like to learn more, please reach out to fest chair, Andy Deck for information.
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Our Trivia Organizers are Stepping Down
We thank Sandy Stallman and Ron Kurek for organizing our Trivia nights. They both will be stepping down. Sandy will step down at the end of May. Ron will stay on to help with the transition of their replacements. If you may be interested in this volunteer effort or would like to learn more, please reach out to Ron Kurek for information.
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Candy Egg Helpers are Needed!
If you would like to help MAKE candy eggs, text organizer, Judy Zodet: 717-203-7448. Please note your name with your text.
Beginning March 1, we will work on Sundays at noon, Mondays 9am & 6pm and Tuesdays 9am & 6pm. We will follow that Sun/Mon/Tues schedule for a few weeks until all eggs are made. It's not necessary to work all days or shifts, come when you can, leave when you need to. Many hands make light work!
Egg Sales will begin on Wed, March 4 and continue through April 2, or until they are gone. Our candy eggs are always a favorite. Get yours early! Proceeds will benefit the Youth Cultural Grant and College Scholarship Funds.
- $2 for a single egg
- $10 for a bag of 6
If you would like to help SELL eggs, please sign up here.
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Dining Reservations:
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Reserve on Touch Bistro. Reservations are preferred and very helpful to the kitchen staff.
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Reservations may be made up to 2 hours prior to requested time. Your table will be held for 30 mins, after which time it will be forfeited.
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Tables seat up to 8 people. If your group is larger, simply create a 2nd reservation and note in Special Requests that you would like to be seated together or near each other.
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While you may arrive early to socialize and enjoy cocktails, food orders will not be taken until the time of your reservation.
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Bar Features
Saturday's Cocktails:
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Salted Carmel Old Fashion: Rye Whiskey, Salted Caramel Syrup, Chocolate Bitters
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Guava Coconut Cooler: White Rum, Coconut Rum, Guava Nectar, Coconut Cream, Lemon Juice
Seasonal Cocktails:
February
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Cherry Bourbon Sour: Maker's Mark, Sour Mix, Black Cherry Puree
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Strawberry Vanilla Potion: Tito's Vodka, Strawberry Puree, Vanilla Puree, Lime Juice
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Lemon Drop Martini: Tito's Vodka, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, Simple syrup, Optional Sugar Rim
March
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Shamrock Juice: Vodka, Gin, Bacardi Rum, Juarez Tequila, Blue Curacao, Orange Juice
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Irish Mule: Jameson Irish Whiskey, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
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Shamrockarita: Juarez Tequila, Sour Apple Liqueur, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice
Beer Menu
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Untappd Download at Google Play or Apple App Stores
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Schedule of Events
This Week:
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Thu Feb 26 - 7pm Trivia
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Sat Feb 28 - 7:30 Movie Night - “Granny Nanny” details below
Upcoming:
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Thu Mar 5 - 7:30 - Monthly Membership Meeting
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Thu & Fri, Mar 5 & 6 - 5-10pm Rathskeller Bar
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Fri Mar 6 - 6-9pm Friday Music - by Ryan Sheaffer - Acoustic Hits
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Tue Mar 10 - 5:30-7:30 Crock Pot Tuesday - Member pot luck dishes for sharing
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Thu Mar 12 - 7pm Trivia
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Sat Mar 14 - 7:30 Movie Night - "Prost! - A Beer Film"
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Sun Mar 15 - 12-4:30 Cabbage Hill Day - Music by Dave Betz Band and performances by our Club Organizations
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Tue Mar 17 - 6pm St. Paddy's Day - Music by Mike Luckenbill
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Wed Mar 18 - 7pm Book Club
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Sat Mar 21 - 6-10pm Bockbier Fest - Music by Dave Betz Band
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Sat Mar 28 - 6-10pm Adult Prom - Music by Millennial Mixtape - Event is for members and their guests. N/C members, $10 guests. Beginning Feb 28, reserve on TouchBistro. Relive your high school prom memories, or create new memories!
Entertainment Save the Dates:
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Sat Apr 11 - 6-10pm Ein Abend in Wien - Semi-formal event - Music by Bernie's Orchestra
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Tue Apr 28 - 5-10pm Alex Meixner Band - Look for details and ticket link in a future email. (Club will be closed for regular business.)
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Sat May 2 - 4-5pm Chorus Spring Concert at Zion Church, Landisville. Concert is open to the public. Member buffet-style dinner follows at the Club. Accordion music by Don Bitterlich.
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Sat May 16 - 6-10pm Maitanz - Music by Joe Kroboth Band, traditional maypole dance by the Schuhplattlers.
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Recurring Events:
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Book Club: 3rd Wed, 7pm - Interested? Contact Bernard Clarke.
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Crock Pot Tuesday: 2nd Tue, 5:30-7:30 - Member pot luck dishes for sharing.
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Dart Nights: 1st & 3rd Tue, 7pm, all members welcomed
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Monthly Membership Meeting: 1st Thu, 7:30
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Team Trivia: 2nd, 4th, & 5th Thu, 7pm - Teams of up to 8p. Interested in reading? Contact Ron Kurek.
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Rathskeller Bar
Thu Mar 5 & Fri Mar 6
5-10pm
Members may enjoy offerings which will include specialty beers, imported wines, and a German inspired cocktail menu. Stop down!
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Ryan Sheaffer
Performing Acoustic Hits
Fri Mar 6, 6-10pm
Ryan Sheaffer will perform acoustic hits from the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's. Classic hits and forgotten treasures. So, come out for a fun night of food, drink, and musical entertainment.
Make dinner reservations on TouchBistro. Please note if you are coming for entertainment only and will not be dining.
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Crock Pot Tuesday
Tue Mar 10, 5:30-7:30
Member Covered Dish Event
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
All members are welcomed to participate. Simply bring a dish of your choice for sharing on this evening of pot luck and Gemütlichkeit!
We call it Crock Pot Tuesday, but any type of appetizer, salad, side-dish, casserole, crock pot dish, or dessert for sharing is welcomed. If you have questions, reach out to organizer, Ron Kurek.
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Movie Nights
Feb 28 - Mar 14 - Apr 18
7:30pm
No Charge - Free Popcorn!
Movie nights offer an enjoyable way to immerse in German culture. Films are shown in the ballroom free of charge. Most films are shown in German language with English subtitles to ensure everyone can fully appreciate the story. For those interested in dining prior to the screening, dinner reservations are encouraged. Free popcorn during the movie!
Upcoming Films:
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This Week- Sat Feb 28: Enkel für Anfänger “Granny Nanny”- 2020 Comedy/Drama. Official Trailer
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Sat Mar 14: Prost! - A Beer Film - 2025 Documentary. Directed by Greg Swartz, a relative of member Justy Trimble. This film takes you inside Bavaria’s Upper Franconia region, home to more breweries per capita than anywhere else in the world. Official Trailer
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Sat Apr 18: Der dritte Mann - “The Third Man”- 1949 Drama/Mystery/Thriller. Official Trailer
Questions? Contact Mike Braun at schlenkerla1@gmail.com
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Announcements and Notices:
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Accepting Nominations for Officer and Trustee positions for fiscal year, June 2026 - May 2027
Interested members who wish to participate in the upcoming elections are required to submit their Nomination Application by February 27. Elections will take place on May 7 during the monthly membership meeting. Elected officers and trustees will officially take their positions on the Board on June 4.
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Board of Trustees: Five to seven positions shall be elected to serve a term of one year each. Trustees shall be responsible for the care and upkeep of all Liederkranz property and shall operate the Club’s facilities.
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Officers: Shall be elected to serve a term of one year and consist of a President, Vice-President, Financial Secretary, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, Chorus President, and Rotating Organizational Representative.
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Note: The positions of Chorus President and Organizational Representative shall be elected by each active group respectively and not elected by Club membership.
If you have any questions regarding the process, email the Club and your message will be forwarded to the Nominating Committee: info@lancasterliederkranz.com.
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Please Note:
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Donated items to the Club (clothing or other memorabilia) are not being accepted. Please do not drop items off at the Club.
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We're seeking members for the newly formed Liederkranz Blaskapelle (German wind ensemble)
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Rehearsals: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays on the 2nd floor in the Hobby Chor room.
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Attendees must be a member of the Club with High School instrument proficiency.
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Interested members, please contact Josh Stanavage at 717-475-4428, or by email: blaskapelleliederkranz@gmail.com
- Informational Flyer
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2026 Membership Renewals
We extend a grace period to renew through February. Beginning March 1, a late fee of $35 per membership will be applied. Renew by February 28.
Three ways to renew:
1) In Person at the Club (forms available)
2) By Mail 2026 Renewal Form in PDF format to print & mail.
3) Online with our JotForm & PayPal or Credit Card.
Note: Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with a mailed form or the $1 mailing option with the online renewal; otherwise, you will need to stop in the Club to pick up your sticker.
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Ryan Sheaffer Sings Sinatra at the
Evergreen County Club
Fri Feb 27, 6:30-9:30
One of our sister German clubs, the Evergreen Country Club, will feature our member, Ryan Sheaffer, singing easy listening and dancing sounds of the Sinatra Songbook. Liederkranz members are invited to attend! Doors open 5pm, Dinner service available beginning 5:30. Reservations are not required.
Evergreen Country Club
415 Hartz Road Fleetwood, PA 19522
Note: Ryan will be performing at the Lancaster Liederkranz on Mar 6, Acoustic Hits and Apr 24, Sinatra Song Book.
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Additional German Club experiences to which Liederkranz members are invited:
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The Heimatklänge invites Liederkranz members to celebrate their 70th Anniversary at a celebration party, February 28, at The Vereinigung Erzgebirge, 130 Davisville Rd, Warminster.
- Informational Flyer
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The German American Police Association invites Liederkranz members to celebrate their 50th Anniversary with a banquet, April 18, at the Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9131 Academy Rd, Philadelphia.
- Informational Flyer
- Reservation Form
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Membership Applicants
Individuals listed are proposed for membership at our next monthly meeting.
If any member has comments regarding any candidate which would be helpful in evaluating their qualification, please refer to Bob Kilp, Membership Chair.
Proposed list for March's meeting. Note: Holdover applicants who were scheduled for induction in previous months are not listed here; however, applicants are encouraged to come for vote if within their 3-month window.
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Three Visit Rule
We encourage members to bring guests to the Club.
- All visitors of goodwill are welcomed in a spirit of Gemütlichkeit.
- Guests, after three visits within the calendar year, must apply for membership to continue entering the Club.
- The three-visit rule will be waived to guests with membership applications in process.
Daily Book & Pull Tabs
- The Daily Book may be signed by members only during Bar operating hours.
- Member must be in the Clubhouse at the time of signature.
- Winner does not need to be present at the time of drawing.
- Only age 21 or older may operate the pull tab machine and play the games.
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Liederkranz Logo Apparel
Visit the Homefield Advantage online store for Lancaster Liederkranz Logo Apparel. Items will ship to the Club for pick-up. For an additional fee, items may be shipped directly to your home address.
Note: colors on the site may appear different than our logo. Finished products will be true to our logo design.
Also, "On My Wurst Behavior" t-shirts are available. Info Here
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Linda Feilmeier
Email & Website Administrator
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Lancaster Liederkranz,
Guinness World Record Holder,
Single May Pole Dance, May 2015.
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