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Lancaster Liederkranz News
April 21, 2026
| | Tue Apr 28, 5pm - Alex Meixner Band in the Pavilion | | |
***As of today, 13 tickets remain***
If you plan on attending and haven't purchased your ticket, now is the time! We expect to sell out.
Come experience the energetic and entertaining music of the Alex Meixner Band. For Club members and their invited guests. Not a public event. Limited tickets available. Purchased prior to Apr 28 at Eventbrite. There will be no day of or gate sales. More information below.
| Sat May 2, 4pm - Liederkranz Chorus Spring Concert, Zion Church, Landisville | |
We invite you to experience the beautiful voices of the Liederkranz mixed chorus, Sat, May 2 at 4pm, Zion Church, Landisville. Directed by Barry Sawyer. A buffet-style dinner follows at the Club. Dinner music by Don Bitterlich on accordion. More information and dinner menu below.
| Sat, May 9, 4pm - Alleweil Jung 25th Anniversary Event in the Ballroom | |
Join the Alleweil Jung as they celebrate 25 years of dancing on Sat, May 9, 4-9pm, with music by the Alpenlaenders and a special meal prepared by Mark Stanavage. For Club members and invited guests. Not a public event. Sign-up by May 1. More information and dinner menu below.
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Club Operating Hours:
- Mon & Tues 4-10pm, Wed & Thur 4-11pm, Fri & Sat 4pm-12am, Sun closed (except special events.)
Food Service Hours:
- Wed through Sat 5:00-8:30pm. First Thurs Meeting Night until 7:00pm.
- Outside food is not permitted at any time on days the Club is serving food.
Dining Reservations:
- Reserve on Touch Bistro. Reservations are very helpful to our servers and kitchen staff.
- Reserve up to 2 hours prior to requested time. Your table will be held for 30 minutes, after which time it will be forfeited.
- 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.
- 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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This Week's Menu:
Weekly Specials:
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Cream of Crab Soup $7 cup $11 bowl
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Cabbage-Stuffed Pork Chop: Cream Sauce, Spaetzle $22
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Kinder Speisekarte - children's menu
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Featured Cocktails
Saturday's Features:
The Return of Crush Season!
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Orange Crush: Stoli O, Triple Sec, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Sprite, Crushed Ice
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Lime Crush: Deep Eddy Lime, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Sprite, Crushed Ice
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Peach Crush: Tito’s, Triple Sec, Fresh Peach Nectar, Sprite, Crushed Ice
April's Seasonal Cocktails:
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Strawberry Margarita: El Mayor Reposado Tequila, Strawberry Puree, Triple Sec, Lime Juice
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Espresso Martini: Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, Coffee Concentrate
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Blackberry Whiskey Sour: Canadian Club Whiskey, Blackberry Brandy, Sour Mix
Beer Menu:
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Untappd Download at Google Play or Apple App Stores
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Schedule of Events
This Week:
Upcoming:
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Sun Apr 26 - 12-2pm Volunteer Sign-up Day - for Sommerfest and Parrot Fest
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Sun Apr 26 - 12-2pm Cool Cars - Bring your cool or unique car to our parking lot. Park at far end. Eye candy for the rest of us! Weather permitting.
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Sun Apr 26 - 1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - Music on the deck
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Tue Apr 28 - 5-10pm Alex Meixner Band at the Pavilion - Member/guest event, limited tickets available - details and ticket link below.
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Tue Apr 28 - Club Closed for regular business - Meixner ticket holders only.
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Thu Apr 30 - 7pm Trivia
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Fri May 1 - 7pm Music by the Alpenlaenders
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Sat May 2 - 9am-3pm Volunteer Workday SignUp Come when you can, leave when you need to. Lunch & beverages provided. Click for list of projects - details below
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Sat May 2 - 4-5pm Lancaster Liederkranz Chorus Spring Concert at Zion Church, Landisville. Buffet-style dinner follows at the Club. Accordion dinner music by Don Bitterlich - details and menu below.
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Sun May 3 - 1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - Music on the deck
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Thu May 7 - 7:30 Monthly Membership Meeting
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Thu & Fri May 7 & 8 - 5-10pm Rathskeller Bar
Special Upcoming Events:
May:
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Sat May 9 - 4-9pm Alleweil Jung 25th Anniversary Event - Celebrate with the Alleweil Jung with special entertainment and a meal in the Ballroom. details and sign-up below.
Note: While the Bar will be open for regular business, there will be no regular dinner service. Food service and Ballroom access will only be available to those who are attending the 25th event. Outside food will be permitted in the Bar area on this day.
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Sat May 16:
4:30pm Dedication of the Liederkranz Alpine Memorial Shrine - In the Club's garden. A memorial to all Liederkranz members who have passed.
6-10pm Maitanz - Music by Joe Kroboth Band. Traditional maypole dance by the Schuhplattlers. Reserve tables on TouchBistro.
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Tue May 26 - 5-9pm Special Rathskeller Evening by the Princess Committee - David Kilp will be behind the bar and the Princess Committee will serve sweet & savory small plates - details coming
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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. Bring a dish 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. (Looking for new Trivia organizers, contact Ron for info.)
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Fest Volunteer Sign-up Day
Sun Apr 26, 12-2pm
Come sign-up to volunteer at our first two fests of the season, Sommerfest and Parrot Fest. The Bar will be open. A complimentary beverage coupon for those who sign-up. One coupon per member. Coupon must be used Sunday.
Also, Cool Cars in the Parking Lot - Bring your cool or unique car to our parking lot. Park at the far end. Eye candy for the rest of us! This is not an organized event. Just a way for members to share their unique cars with other members. Weather permitting.
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Sonntagskonzert
Sunday Afternoons
Apr 19 through Jun 7 from 1-4pm
Club and Bar Open
Sunday Afternoon Music on the Deck
All musicians and those who enjoy music are welcomed!
Musicians, please show respect by playing pieces that you are familiar with, take turns, and ask to accompany. Above all, enjoy sharing your skills with friends and members. The meaning of Liederkranz is "wreath of songs." Let’s celebrate it here! - Mark Stanavage
Note: In the event of inclement weather, we will move inside. Questions regarding Sonntagskonzert should be directed to organizer, Mark Stanavage.
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Ryan Sheaffer Sings the Sinatra Songbook
Fri Apr 24, 6-9pm
An evening of easy listening & easy dancing.
Come enjoy dinner while Ryan provides some easy listening. Then step out onto the dance floor for some easy dancing. Dancing to the music of Frank Sinatra is great for beginners and experienced dancers alike! There will be slow dancing and swing dancing.
Make table reservations on TouchBistro. Please note if you will be coming for entertainment only and will not be dining.
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Karaoke with Dave Reinfried
Sat Apr 25
8pm
Come out for a fun evening of interactive musical entertainment with Dave and your fellow members. No talent required!
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13 Tickets remain as of today!
Alex Meixner Band
Tue Apr 28, 5-10pm
At the Pavilion, Rain or Shine
Eventbrite Tickets Required
$17.85 per person ($15 + eventbrite fee)
Club closed for regular business. Meixner ticket holders only.
For Club members and their invited guests. This is not a public event. Limited tickets are available. Purchase online at Eventbrite, see link below. There will be NO day of or gate sales.
If you attended this event last year, you know the wildly energetic entertainment that Alex and his band bring to their performance. It's like nothing you've seen before and not to miss!
Alex Meixner is a nationally acclaimed Grammy nominated musician, dedicated to the vibrant world of polka music. For Alex, polka is much more than a musical genre, it's an opportunity to create energetic, fun, and memorable experiences for his audiences. Read about and see videos on Alex's website, AlexMeixner.com. Note: tickets are not available on Alex's website. Only at Eventbrite.
Pavilion Set-up Help Needed Sat Apr 25, 9am-12pm sign-up here
Tue Apr 28 Schedule:
5:00 - Pavilion Gates & Bar Open
Open seating in our pavilion, rain or shine!
$17.85 ($15 + $2.85 Eventbrite fee - tickets are non refundable)
5:30-7:00 - Food Available: Bratwurst Sandwich served with Potato Salad and Cucumber Salad $13 (includes tax)
6:00-7:00 - Warm up by Don Bitterlich on Accordion
7:00-10:00 - Alex Meixner Band!
Tue Apr 28 Alex Meixner Eventbrite Tickets
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Friday Music by the Alpenlaenders
Fri May 1, 7-10pm
Authentic folk and dance music from the Alps!
Make table reservations on TouchBistro. Please note if you are coming for entertainment only and will not be dining.
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Volunteers Needed!
Club Work Day
Sat May 2, 9am-3pm
Lunch and beverages will be served.
Come when you can, leave when you need to. Many hands make light work!
We need volunteer help to prepare Club grounds for the spring and summer season. We will also do some work inside the clubhouse and complete tasks at our rental properties.
Click here to view a list of planned projects and tools needed. If you have a desired area of work, specific work skills, or can provide any needed tools, please note these with your sign-up. If you have questions, please email work day organizer, Bill Keays.
Club Workday Volunteer SignUp Genius
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Liederkranz Chorus Spring Concert
Sat May 2, 4-5pm
Zion Lutheran Church
85 Brandt Blvd., Landisville
Click for pdf flyer
Free Admission - Public Welcomed - A freewill offering will be accepted to benefit the church.
Barry Sawyer, Director
Sarah Repkoe, Accompanist
Linda Husler, Chorus President
We invite you to experience the beautiful voices of our mixed chorus, directed by Barry Sawyer.
A buffet-style dinner at the Club following the concert with dinner music by Don Bitterlich on accordion.
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Chorus Night Dinner - Served Buffet-Style
All Members Welcomed
Sat May 2, 5:30-8:30
$18.50 includes tax
One time through line. Buffet is not all you can eat.
Desserts and coffee available to purchase separately.
The regular menu will not be available.
Entrée Selections:
Schnitzel
Grilled Lemon Chicken
Bratwurst Keilbasa Platter (your choice of 2 sausages)
Entrée Selections Served With:
Roasted Red Potatoes & Maple-Glazed Carrots
Also Available:
Jaeger Gravy
Red Cabbage
Sauerkraut
Make Table Reservations on TouchBistro.
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Rathskeller Bar
Thu May 7 & Fri May 8
5-10pm
Members may enjoy offerings which will include specialty beers, imported wines, and a German inspired cocktail menu. Stop on down!
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Alleweil Jung Volkstanzer 25th Anniversary Event
Sat May 9, 4-9pm
Music by the Alpenlaenders
Sign-up is Required by May 1
All Liederkranz members are invited to join the Alleweil Jung as they celebrate 25 years of dancing with a special evening of entertainment, dancing, and a special meal by Mark Stanavage.
Evening's Schedule:
4pm-12am - Clubhouse & Bar Open
4-9pm - Anniversary Event in the Ballroom
4:30-8pm - Meal Service
- Cost to attend with meal service - $35/pp (includes sales tax)
- Cost to attend without meal service - $20/pp
- Both price options include a complimentary beverage, dessert, and coffee.
- Dress as you wish -- casual to dressy or in German Tracht.
Sign-up Online - Pay at the Door - Open Seating
Note: Attending VIPs and invited dance groups who will sign-up directly with Carla Pielmeier, please do not sign up here. Contact Carla.
If you wish to attend this special celebration, please sign up below and select one of the three options:
A first course salad will be served with both meals.
Option 1: Beef Rouladen - Two beef rolls served with a potato dumpling, spätzle (German egg noodles), carrots, and mushroom gravy - $35/pp
- A traditional German dish of thinly sliced beef rolls. Ours are filled with mustard, bacon, ham, and sautéed onions.
Option 2: Veal Leberkäse - Served with Bratkartoffeln (German home-fried potatoes), sautéed scallions, and an over easy fried egg - $35/pp
- A Bavarian specialty meatloaf of finely ground veal. Ours is quickly seared and topped with an egg.
Option 3: Attending without meal service - $20/pp
Please Note: While the Bar will be open to members for regular bar service on May 9, there will be no regular dinner service. The special meal and ballroom access on the 9th are only for those attending the anniversary event. Members not attending the anniversary event are permitted to bring food into the Bar area on this evening.
Sign-up to Attend the Alleweil Jung 25th Anniversary
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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 April. 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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2026/2027 Lancaster Liederkranz Officer and Trustee Nominations
Nominating Committee: Mary Broich, Rob Munro, Jeff Munster, Debbie Schaefer, and Brian Zodet.
At the March 5 Membership Meeting, nominations were open from the floor. Additional nominations were accepted through March 19.
At the April 2 Membership Meeting, the Nominating Committee reviewed the nomination process as per Article 10 of the Constitution. The final slate of candidates were presented as follows:
Officers: President, Bill Keays; Vice President, Rich Wertz; Financial Secretary, Marilyn Eichelman; Treasurer, Laura Kemmick; Recording Secretary, Vicki Zodet.
Trustees: Rodney Ebersole, Anne Jamison, Dave Kemmick, David Kilp, John Stanavage, Mike Trimble, and Matt Trout.
Note: Linda Husler will continue to serve as an officer as Chorus President and Bill Eichenser will serve as Cultural Organization Representative (selected by the Hobby Chor.)
No positions are contested.
Officers and Trustees will take their positions on the Board at the June 4 membership meeting.
The Nominating Committee thanks the following members for their service to the Club:
Trustees: Mike Eyster for 13 years of service and Eric High for 1 year of service.
Officers: Joan Braun (Financial Secretary) for 3 years of service and Grace Carson (Cultural Representative) for 1 year of service.
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Please Note:
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Donated items to the Club (clothing or other memorabilia) are not currently being accepted. Please do not drop items off at the Club.
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Note: We do accept books and jigsaw puzzles at the interior lobby table for swap between members.
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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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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 May'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.
House Rules
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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. Homefield Advantage
Also available, "On My Wurst Behavior" t-shirts, limited sizes. 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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