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Lancaster Liederkranz News
October 28, 2025
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Membership Renewals - 2026 Membership Renewals will begin Sat, Nov 1. Please assist our data administrator by renewing early.
Renewals made by Dec 31 will receive a complimentary beverage chip! Watch for renewal forms in weekly emails, the bi-monthly newsletter, and on the membership page of our website.
Volunteers - We are looking for volunteers to assist members with the renewal process at the Club. Sign up here: Membership Renewal Assistants
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Club Bar & Dining Hours:
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Bar Hours: Mon & Tue 4-10pm, Wed & Thu 4-11pm, Fri & Sat 4pm-12am, closed Sun unless special event.
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Food Service: Wed-Sat, 5-8:30pm (1st Thu meeting night 5-7pm)
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Outside Food is not permitted at any time on days the Club is serving food.
Touch Bistro Reservations:
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Reservations can be made up to 2 hours prior to requested time. Your table will be held for 30 minutes, after which time it will be forfeited.
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You may reserve tables 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.
Please Note:
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No dogs permitted on premises; all inside and outside areas.
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Be prepared to show your membership card when requested.
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Ask your guests to be prepared to show their ID. Guests are permitted three (3) visits within a 12 month period before membership is required.
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Food Service: Wed-Sat, 5-8:30pm (1st Thu meeting night 5-7pm)
Outside Food is not permitted at any time on days the Club is serving food.
Menus:
Note:
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Please remember that members are not permitted to enter the kitchen during dinner service hours. Additionally, if you have a project that requires kitchen use, please reach out to Dave Kemmick.
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Bar
Thursday & Friday's Spooky Featured Cocktails:
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Potion: Tito's Vodka, Grape Juice, Rose's Lime, Ginger Ale, Dry Ice
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Bloodshot: Vodka or Gin, Cloudy Lemonade, Pear Nectar, Bloody Eye Garnish
Saturday's Featured Cocktails:
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Apple Cider Old Fashioned: Evan Williams Bourbon, Apple Cider, Muddled Orange, Bitters, Cherry
Seasonal Cocktails through October:
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Blackberry Bramble: Tanqueray Gin, Blackberry Brandy, Blackberry Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice
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Apple Cider Spritz: Aperol, Prosecco, Apple Cider, Dash of Pumpkin Spice
Beer
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On Tap
Beer Newsletter
By Jim Weber
Frank A. Rieker was born in Wurttemburg, Germany where he apprenticed as a brewer prior to immigrating to America in 1863. By the turn of the century, his Rieker Star Brewery became famous throughout the Mid-Atlantic area for brewing superb beers. He was also a charter member of the Lancaster Liederkranz. Click to continue reading On Tap
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Events
This Week:
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Thu Oct 30 - 7pm Trivia - teams of up to 8ppl
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Sat Nov 1 - 9am-3pm Club Work Day SignUp - info below
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Sun Nov 2 - 1-4pm Sonntagskonzert - info below
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Sun Nov 2 - Football - Steelers kick-off 1pm (Eagles bye week)
Upcoming:
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Mon Nov 3 & Tue Nov 4 - Cookie Project SignUp
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Thu Nov 6 - 7:30 Monthly Membership Meeting
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Thu & Fri Nov 6 & 7 - 5pm Rathskeller Bar
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Fri Nov 7 - 6:30 Children's St. Martins Day - info and sign-up below
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Fri Nov 7 - 7pm Music by the Alpenlaenders
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Sat Nov 8 - 6-10pm Armed Forces Appreciation Event - Music by George Tarasek - info below
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Sun Nov 9 - Football - Steelers kick-off 8:20
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Tue Nov 11 - 5:30-7:30 Crock Pot Tuesday
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Thu Nov 13 - 7pm Trivia - teams of up to 8ppl
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Sat Nov 15 - 7-11pm Alpenrose Schuhplattler Stiftungsfest - Buffet served 6-8pm - Music by Maria & John Band - info below
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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, members welcomed
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Hobby Chor Sing Along: 3rd Thu, 7-8pm
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Monthly Membership Meeting: 1st Thu, 7:30
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Sunday Football: Eagles & Steelers games, opening 30 mins. prior to kick-off. Member snacks & dishes for sharing welcomed. The bartender may close prior to the end of the 8pm late games.
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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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Are you ready for some football?
Open for Sunday Steelers and Eagles games!
- The Club will open thirty minutes prior to kick-off.
- Members are encouraged to bring snacks, appetizers, and dishes for sharing.
- Depending on attendance, the bartender may close prior to the end of the 8pm late games.
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Sonntagskonzert
Sun Nov 2, 1-4pm
Sunday Afternoon Music on the Deck through Nov 2.
All musicians and those who enjoy music are welcomed.
Rules: 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 cold or inclement weather, we will move inside. Questions regarding Sonntagskonzert should be directed to organizer, Mark Stanavage.
For now, we are planning sessions through Sun, Nov 2. If we decide to move inside and extend past Nov 2, we will notify via weekly email.
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Internal Youth Grant Fund Cookie Project
Mondays and Tuesdays, Oct 27 through Nov 18
Our cookie project is a fun activity and a great chance to get to know other Club members. This is an adult project, please.
Grant Fund Cookie Project SignUp Genius
Please Note:
- If you are coming as a couple, note 2nd name in the comments section.
- Shifts run approx. 3-4 hours.
- Two Monday shifts: 9am and 5pm
- Two Tuesday shifts: 1pm and 5pm (No morning shifts on Tuesdays.)
- We will pack cookies for sale on Sun, Nov 23 at 10am
If you have questions, contact organizer, Judy Zodet by email at jmzodet@icloud.com or text or call her at 717-203-7448.
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Club Work Day
Sat Nov 1, 9am to 3pm
Looking for volunteers! Come when you can, leave when you need to. Many hands make light work! Lunch and beverages will be served.
We need your help for our Fall Workday! We'll close the pavilion and prepare grounds for the winter. We will also do some work inside the clubhouse and complete tasks at our rental properties.
NOTE:
- If you have a desired area of work, specific work skills, or can provide any needed tools, please note this with your sign-up.
- If you have questions, please email organizer, Bill Keays: bkeaysjr@gmail.com
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Children’s St. Martin’s Day
Fri Nov 7, 6:30pm
In the Rathskeller
Sign-up Requested - Limited to 25 participants
Activity is for children or grandchildren of the Club. All children are welcomed! No Charge.
Children will learn about St. Martin Day and German customs. They will make their own lanterns and parade around inside and outside the clubhouse (weather permitting.) Event is sponsored by the Youth Grant Fund. Note: Parents/Grandparents must stay in the clubhouse while children participate.
St. Martins Day Sign-Up
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Armed Forces Appreciation Event
Sat Nov 8, 6-10pm
Sponsored by the Hobby Chor
Open to the Public - No Charge
Music by George Tarasek Orchestra
Formerly the Military Ball, this event is open to the public this year and is for members, guests, and community veterans. Do you know a veteran -- perhaps a co-worker, a friend, or a family member? Please invite them! There will be a special military march, come in uniform!
- Dinner service is available 5:00-8:30pm.
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Make table reservations on TouchBistro. If you're coming as a group, reserve as a group and your table will be reserved for the evening.
- Please note if you are coming for entertainment only and will not be having dinner.
- Informational Flyer
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Alpenrose Schuhplattler Stiftungsfest
152nd Anniversary Celebration
Sat Nov 15, 7-11pm
Buffet Dinner Available 6-8pm
Music by Maria & John Band
Join the Alpenrose Schuhplattlers on November 15th for their 52nd Stiftungsfest (anniversary) celebration!
- Doors will open at 6pm, festivities begin at 7pm.
- Performances by the Alpenrose Schuhplattlers and visiting Schuhplattler groups.
- A buffet dinner will be available from 6-8:30pm.
- Pay for your meal at the door - open seating.
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Meal & Cost: $17 adult: roast pork, gravy, semmel knödel, spätzle, and carrots. $8 children: (12 or younger) - chicken fingers and mac n’ cheese.
- Informational Flyer
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Lancaster Liederkranz College Scholarships
The Liederkranz offers German language college scholarships or German cultural college scholarships to high school seniors who are affiliated with the Liederkranz as children or grandchildren of Liederkranz members. Application and interview are required.
Informational Links:
Scholarship Applications:
Note: Applicants will need to be signed into a Google account.
If you have questions, please reach out to Scholarship Chair, Judy Zodet.
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Seeking Co-Chair for Fest Kids Craft Area
Carolyn Santos is seeking a co-chair to assist her in managing the Kids Craft area at Sommerfest, Oktoberfest, and Christkindlmarkt.
Kids Crafts is a popular destination for families during the festivals, especially among our youngest attendees! Carolyn consistently offers a wide selection of projects and crafts, making this area an essential part of creating a family-friendly atmosphere at these events.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Carolyn by email: Carolyn.Santos@hotmail.com
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Liederkranz Chorus Fundraiser
Scented, Soy Candles
$17/ea with optional $3 stickers available (tax included)
Fragrances Include: Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzel, Baked Oatmeal, Cider Donut, Winter Wonderland, Downtown Coffee House, Shoo-Fly Pie, Moravian Sugar Cookie, and even Pennsylvania Adventure, and Drink Local Beer!
Ordering: The Chorus will be taking orders for candles on Thursday & Friday nights at the Club during October & November, approx. 6-8pm.
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Kinderland at Christkindlmarkt, Dec 14.
Also for members during Club hours, Dec 5 through 16.
Kim Reinfreid is looking for donations for Christkindlmarkt KinderLand.
Kim is preparing for the children's area at our Christkindlmarkt which will offer items for children to select as gifts for family and friends, with suggested donations in the range of $0.50 to $5.00. All proceeds donated to the Youth Cultural Grant Fund.
Thank you for all of the items recently donated. In addition to kids items, Kim is also looking for items for fathers and grandfathers. Perhaps steins, car care items, or BBQ supplies. Thanks again for your help!
- Currently, Kim has placed a donation box in the foyer.
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If you have questions about items for donation, reach out to Kim Reinfried.
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Christkindlmarkt KinderLand on Dec 14 will also include a kinder craft area organized by Carolyn Santos.
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Membership Applicants
The following list of individuals 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 November'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 a 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.
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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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