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Lancaster Liederkranz News
May 5, 2026
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Fest Season is nearly upon us!
Sommerfest & Parrot Fest Volunteers are Needed
Find an open slot, and sign up!
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If you missed the beautiful voices of the Lancaster Liederkranz Chorus at their annual Spring Concert on Saturday, chorus member Dave Dumeyer has provided a YouTube link to the concert. Enjoy!
2026 Lancaster Liederkranz Chours Spring Concert
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Club Operating Hours:
- Mon & Tues 4-10pm, Wed & Thur 4-11pm, Fri & Sat 4pm-12am, Sun 4/19/26-5/7/26 1-5pm (otherwise, closed Sun 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 Menus:
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Speisekarte - Weekly Menu (Wed 5/6-Fri 5/8) - No menu Sat 5/9 due to Alleweil Jung Event. Outside food is permitted in the Bar area on Sat.
Cinco de Mayo Week Specials: (Wed 5/6-Fri 5/8)
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Potato & Chorizo Taquitos (appetizer) $13
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Elote Hot Dog $13
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Kinder Speisekarte - Children's Menu
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Featured Cocktails
Saturday Features:
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Asbach Manhattan: Asbach, Gran Marnier, Bitters, Cherry
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Pear Schorle: Pear Liqueur, Prosecco, Pear Nectar, Club Soda
May Features:
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Pineapple Margarita: El Mayor Reposado Tequila, Pineapple Juice, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice, (optional Tajin Rim)
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Negroni Spritz: Tanqueray Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Prosecco
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Peachey Lemonade: Crown Royal Peach, Peach Schnapps, Lemonade
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 May 7 - 7:30 Monthly Membership Meeting
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Thu & Fri May 7 & 8 - 5-10pm Rathskeller Bar
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Sat May 9 - 4-9pm Alleweil Jung 25th Anniversary Event - By prior reservation.
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Sat May 9 - While the Bar will be open for regular business, there will be no regular menu service. Food service and Ballroom access will only be available to those attending the Alleweil Jung Anniversary event. Outside food will be permitted in the Bar area.
Upcoming:
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Sun May 10 - 1-5pm Club Open, 1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - Music on the deck. See details below regarding music on May 10.
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Tue May 12 - 5:30-7:30 Crock Pot Tuesday - 2nd Tue pot luck. Bring a dish for sharing.
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Thu May 14 - 7pm Trivia
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Sat May 16:
4:30pm Alpine Memorial Shrine Dedication - 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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Sun May 17 - 1-5pm Club Open, 1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - Music on the deck
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Sun May 17 - 12-3pm Parrot Fest Ticket Sales to Members - Online sales begin Tue May 19
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Wed May 20 - 7pm Book Club
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Sun May 24 - 1-5pm Club Open, 1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - Music on the deck
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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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Fri May 29 - 7pm Music by Drew & Mike
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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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Sunday Afternoons through June 7
1-5pm Club and Bar Open
1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - Music on the Deck
- The Club will be open to members on Sunday afternoons through June 7 from 1-5pm.
- From 1-4pm, Mark Stanavage features Music on the Deck. All musicians and those who enjoy music are welcomed!
***On Mother's Day, May 10, Mark will feature crepes with fresh strawberries, apples, Nutella, and whipped cream.*** Crepes will be offered at no charge while they last! Free will donations will be accepted with all going to the bartender on duty as a thanks for serving us on Sunday!
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
In the event of inclement weather, music will move inside. Questions should be directed to organizer, Mark Stanavage.
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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
Sat May 9, 4-9pm
Music by the Alpenlaenders
***Reservations Have Ended***
4pm-12am - Clubhouse & Bar Open
4-9pm - Anniversary Event in the Ballroom - By prior reservation only.
4:30-8pm - Meal Service
Please Note: While the Bar will be open for regular business, there will be no regular menu service. Food service and Ballroom access will only be available to those attending the Alleweil Jung Anniversary event. Outside food will be permitted in the Bar area.
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Crock Pot Tuesday
Tue May 12, 5:30-7:30
Member Covered Dish Event
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
All members are welcomed to participate in this evening of pot luck and Gemütlichkeit. To enjoy dining from the common table, please bring a food item of your choice for sharing.
We call it Crock Pot Tuesday, but any type of appetizer, salad, side-dish, casserole, crock pot dish, or dessert for sharing is welcomed. Questions? Reach out to organizer, Ron Kurek.
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Alpine Shrine Dedication
Sat May 16, 4:30pm (prior to Maitanz)
At the Club's Garden
All members are invited to attend this dedication ceremony.
The tradition of erecting wayside shrines along Alpine roadsides in Germany is deeply rooted in Christian history. These shrines called Bildstöcke, serve as a way of remembrance, reflection, and honoring those who have passed away.
Shortly after our newly elected president, Mary Munster, passed away unexpectedly last July, the Alpenrose Schuhplattlers decided to honor her, along with all of our Club’s deceased members, by dedicating a traditional Alpine Shrine in our garden. This gesture not only pays tribute to the memory of all of our lost members, but also strengthens the connection to our cultural heritage in German tradition.
Honorary member and former Trustee, Joe Eckenrode, volunteered to build and donate the Alpine Shrine for the Club. The photo here is a likeness of the shrine made by Joe.
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Maitanz (May Day Dance)
Sat May 16, 6-10pm
Music by Joe Kroboth Band
Also:
- Traditional Maypole Dance by the Schuhplattlers
- Crowning of Miss Lancaster Liederkranz 2026/27
Celebrate the arrival of spring! For Club members and their guests. No entrance fee. Dinner service available 5:30-8:30. Make table reservations on TouchBistro. Please note if you will be coming for entertainment only.
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Early Parrot Fest Ticket Sales
For Club Members Only
Sun May 17, 12-3pm
- Music by Randy Z.
- Chicken Wings Available for Purchase
Save the Date! Saturday, July 18, 5-11pm - Margaritaville-Style Parrot Fest, Featuring Jimmy & the Parrots with warm up by the Tropical Sunz. Food and Beverages available for purchase. Open to the public, rain or shine!
Early ticket sales to members only on May 17 (Eventbrite online sales begin Tue, May 19).
Select individual seating or tables of 10 by cash or check. ATM available at the Club.
$12/ea through June 30 - $20/ea July 1-15 - $24/ea July 16-18. Tickets are non-refundable.
Note: Children under the age of 12 are not permitted at Parrot Fest.
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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.
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At the March 5 Membership Meeting, nominations were open from the floor. Additional nominations were accepted through March 19.
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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.
- At the June 4 Membership Meeting, officers and trustees will take their positions on the Board.
No positions were contested:
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.)
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 in good, clean condition 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 may appear different than our logo. Finished products will be true to our logo design. Homefield Advantage
"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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