Monthly Progress | April 2014

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—A NIGHT IN VIENNA—

NUMBER 4

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OAKFORD, PENNSYLVANIA

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104th ANNIVERSARY BANQUET A TRIUMPH OF OUR CULTURE

Imagine you stand under the midnight blue of the sky. Crisp air rushes through your hair and a feeling of excitement wanders its way into your eyes as a figure approaches with a smile.

“Guten Abend. Ich bin Matz. Servus WILLIAM GALGON NAMED HONORARY PRESIDENT BY BOARD OF GOVERNORS Our organization has a reputation and a culFreund!” the cheery voice behind that smile ture all to its own. We strive to do great things greets you. You narrow your eyes understandand to look good all the while we do them. We ing what he said, but curious as to why he enjoy suiting up in our dinner jackets and donspoke in that language, especially here and ning our gowns. We live for the smiles on the now. The jolly traveler gains an even bigger polished faces of our friends and the atmossmile when he takes note of your sudden curiphere when the lights are dimmed and the hall osity. fills with music. We have an affinity for class “Oh, it is English you prefer! Ahah! Good and an almost addictive need to celebrate. evening my friend. Matz is my name. It is good On Saturday, March 29, we the United Gerto see you here. I hope if I tell you this story man-Hungarians of Philadelphia and Vicinity you may join us on this wonderful trip we incelebrated our 104th Anniversary with a Gala tend to take!” He jumps with his voice as he Banquet. From the moment the doors opened, speaks so passionately. Still not so sure, you this event was clear in our eyes as an absolute nod your head as dozens of possibilities wanPast President, Bill Galgon, left, accepts his title triumph of our German-Hungarian culture! der over your mind. of Honorary President from Chairman of the (CONTINUED ON PAGE 4) “And where will this wonderful trip take Board of Governors, Steve Paul, right. me?” you ask with a blaze of interest and a cock of the head.

UNITED GERMAN-HUNGARIANS OF PHILADELPHIA AND VICINITY “Ah! You are ready to hear the tale, Yes? Grand! We will drift away through the evening as I take you to the City of Dreams! Vienna!”

This Matz can almost not contain his excitement as he speaks to you. In this moment you st do not realize the fantastic of this chance encounter, but then he pushes your shoulder to turn you around. In one whirl your eyes brighten at the sight behind you.

“Where are we?” you gasp.

“Do you see the lights there of the city? Ah, yes that is my Wien! Vienna my friend, do you Musical Entertainment by the see it there?” He laughs like a boy looking at the returning face of his run-away pup. You both look out over the city. The lights line the A Special Performance by the banks of the Danube.

“You see my friend, The Danube is the bringer of luck,” Matz speaks with a love for this city. He drags his finger along its far away Ticket Price: $60.00 per person banks. “Many travelers came to Vienna on this river. Some stayed but many more passed on by. Somehow a part of them all stayed in VienContact: Lisa Fricker na. A part of their hearts always drew them back.” He stays silent only for a moment look215.500.0757 | lhfricker@hotmail.com ing at the city once more.

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Saturday, May 31

Cocktail Hour (cash bar) 6:00pm

Hors d’oeuvres | Classic Viennese Dinner | Dessert Table

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—MONTHLY PROGRESS—

—LETTERS TO THE EDITOR—

Founded by TED KERECZMANN† in 1946

March 3, 2014

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President: JANET MALOFIY 14 Sugar Maple Lane | Horsham, Pennsylvania | 19044 267.718.0059 | jfmalofiy711@hotmail.com

Closing Date for Next Month’s Issue:

APRIL 23, 2014

—AN INTRODUCTION—

APRIL 2014

To the Editor and Members: I wish to congratulate you as well as your assistant and all of the writers and contributors of the Monthly Progress. The “Progress” newsletter is an important part of our club.

The articles reporting on the events and happenings in our club as well as the historical pieces have been written with professionalism and care. They are informative and fun to read. Thanks to all who contribute.

Recently I had the chance to travel to Connecticut for the Mid Atlantic Jugend Einzelplatteln Competition.

I am sure more will be written about his event. I wanted to say that I was very impressed with the performance of our young dancers. While our kids won several honors, it was something else that was more impressive to me. That impression is of pride in seeing how they represent themselves as individuals and as members of a special club.

They respect each other, and they look out for each other. They also carry a sense of responsibility to act in a manner that earns the respect of others. I am always proud to be with them. Our programs for young people need to be more than just winning and teaching the dance or the game. They need to be about developing young children into good people. On the visit to Connecticut I give our leaders and our young people a GRADE A! Werner Fricker Jr. Past President United German Hungarians

Our new president, Janet Malofiy, has appointed Michael Fricker to be the Editorial and Publicity Chairman beginning April 2014.

Michael was born on December 21, 1992 in Abington, PA and is the second son of Werner Jr. and Lisa Hartmann Fricker. Big brother Werner III was four MICHAEL FRICKER years old at that time and their sister Karina was born in 1997. The family lives in Horsham.

Like his brother and most of his cousins, Michael attended Supplee Nursery School in Maple Glen and grades K to 8 at St. Catherine of Siena School. He graduated from Lansdale Catholic High School and is presently in his Junior year at Temple University.

Michael was fortunate to grow up in the same development as his cousins, the Blanks and the Malofiys and they have developed deep and hopefully lasting relationships. Their involvement at the club and their work together not only in the Cultural Group but in various other areas with all their club friends has helped Michael to be an interesting writer.

Although Michael has worked on the “Progress” since age 14, it is only recently that his insight into both the past and the future of our organization has developed.

He realizes that it is important to remember the past but he knows that it is important to work now for the future and that the future of the German Hungarians is important both as a people and as an organization. Michael is an avid writer who enjoys creative writing both in fiction and non-fiction. He enjoys working the internet EDITOR’S NOTE: Feel free to write us with your (Sorry, but I am not aware of all the recent terminology. I message for print in our newspaper. know there is a facebook???)

As a member of our Schuhplattler Group he has competed in both Mid-Atlantic Einzelplattler and Gaufest Einzelplattler. He also enjoys dancing at the yearly Dan- Cathy Ford to be inducted into Hall of Fame ube Swabian Landestreffen. A friendly, outgoing man, he The Southeastern Pennsylvania Soccer has made many friends throughout the Gauverband and Hall of Fame, (formerly the Philadelphia Oldthe Landesverband. He especially enjoys dancing with timers Soccer Association) recently anthe German Hungarian Dancers.

Michael played soccer as a young boy at the Horsham nounced its 67th class to be inducted. Among Soccer Club and has always been interested in the game. the storied players in this year’s class is our He is presently on the committee working with the Ma- own Cathy Ford! jor Team as the Press Officer. But he really is a “jack of all The name Cathy Ford is synonymous with trades” for the team. He has also recently gotten involved with the Steuben Day Observance Association women’s soccer within not only the Germanand does some publicity and writing for that group.

Hungarians but Eastern Pennsylvania as a Michael is also of German Hungarian ancestry. All his whole! Her name is on almost every list in great grandparents were born in Banat, Hungary while both his grandfathers were born in Banat, Yugoslavia and Villanova’s record books.

As a German-Hungarian, Ford has been his maternal grandmother was also born in Banat, Romania. Because of his ancestry, Michael has become inter- essential to our women’s programs at the ested in the history of these people. I feel that we are all adult and youth levels. We are proud to anin for some interesting reading in the months and years to come as Michael treats us to his unique and clever nounce that our nomination of Cathy Ford has been accepted! A full biography will apstories. Congratulations, Mike and good luck!!! ef pear in the May Issue.

—SEPA HALL OF FAME—

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—SO-LONG, but not GOODBYE— In Volume 21, No. 3, the March 1966 Issue of the Monthly Progress, A column written by Rudy Rack appeared on page one with the above title.

This column borrows that EMILY FRICKER title to say quite prudently, thank you for your service and guidance Emily Fricker.

She began her work with the newspaper writing the column, “Buzzing around the Sport Club.” Emily first served as Editor from 1957 to the end of 1958. In 1982 she was appointed Chairman of the Publicity and Editorial Committee and has served as Editor since that time.

In the over fifty years she has been involved with this club publication, Emily has overseen a great deal. Her Monthly Progress was often the club’s loudest supporter. It was a voice for tradition. Her Monthly Progress was a perpetual history, making all we had done into a permanent record for the future.

And make no mistake, up until April it was always Her Monthly Progress. I can assure you moving forward that the crisp pages of this newspaper will not be, for some time, without that subtle “ef.” Emily has made it clear of her intentions to continue to contribute to our harmonious community. As her successor I would not have it any other way for the Monthly Progress can only benefit from her joy, her charm and her wealth of knowledge.

As those of us of the “next” now prepare to step into shoes almost too big to fill, remember that it is the success and dedication of our predecessors that has prepared us to continue on as German-Hungarians.

Michael

—LIVING HISTORY DAYS 2014— We are living a history, always free and undivided! Who are we? Who were we? How do we live? How did we live? What do we celebrate? What did we celebrate?

All these questions and more will be answered by what has been named, “Living History Days” 2014. The triumvirate is at it again! The Danube Swabian Association of Philadelphia, the Trenton Donauschwaben Association and the United GermanHungarians have joined forces to put on three events that will celebrate our history, traditions and life as ethnic Germans. These will include “A Cultural Exhibit,” “A Trachtenfest,” and “A Taste of Everyday Life.” More Information will be printed in further issues.

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—ANNUAL MEETING—

—MEET OUR EXECUTIVE BOARD— Vice President—ANDY WEYERSHAEUSER Andrew J. Weyershaeuser, age 55, was born in Philadelphia to Andrew and Regina Keller Weyershaeuser. His brother Kurt was born a few years later. The family lived in Philadelphia and Andy attended Redeemer Lutheran School for grades K thru 8, and graduated from George Washington High School. Andy’s paternal grandparents were born in Germany. Even though his maternal grandmother was born in Canada, her husband was born in Banat, Hungary and the grandmother returned with her family as a young child and both grew up in Banat. Regina was also born in that same area of Banat but during that time the region was Yugoslavia.

A tool maker by trade, Andy served his apprenticeship at ARC Mfg. Co and went on there as a journeyman. He is now the president of Lima Precision Manufacturing Co. He is married to the former Heidi Petrasovits. They have two children, Danielle, age 27, and Andrew R., age 22, who have been active in our Soccer and Cultural Programs. The family resides in Horsham Township.

Andy J. became active in our organization at age six when he became a novice soccer player. Soon after he and his brother, Kurt, joined our Cultural Group. He played soccer for our youth and major teams until age 24 and during this time he was also a member of our Schuhplattler Group.

Andy served as Bar Chairman during his father’s presidency and helped at various areas whenever needed. He also served as Youth Soccer Coordinator and later was appointed Soccer Coordinator. He has led various youth soccer teams as he enjoys this activity. He has served as our club’s Soccer Director for a number of years and has taken our youth program to another level by building on the accomplishments of our Adult Program as well as his own experiences as a product of the German Hungarian junior and adult teams. He has served as our Vice-President for 16 years under presidents, Werner Fricker Jr. and Bill Galgon.

Treasurer—MICHAEL WAGNER Michael Wagner, age 58, became a member of our club in 1965 at age 10 and is one of the original members of our Cultural Group. The oldest of three children, he is the son of Peter and Elisabeth Walter Wagner. His mother was born in Batschka, Yugoslavia while his father is the grandson of immigrants from Banat, Hungary. Michael played in our youth soccer program from 1965 to 1969. He has been a member of various committees and special committees and has been in charge of finances at many of our large and important festivals. He was a member of our Board of Governors until he was elected to serve on our Executive Board in 1986 under President John Blank. He held this position until 1990 when he was elected to serve as Vice President/Treasurer.

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Fricker Jr., and William Galgon. Michael was reelected as Treasurer in March of 2013.

Growing up in Bucks County, he graduated from Council Rock High School and is a Certified Concrete Technician. He works in a family business, Wagner Contractors and presently serves as President.

Michael is married to the former Betty Buerger who was also an active member of our Cultural Group and various other committees. They have two children, Erik, age 33 and Stephanie, age 30 who have also been active in our Cultural Group. Erik is married to Sarah and they have two children, Nicholas and Emily who are the sixth generation active at our club.

The entire family lives in Horsham Township.

Secretary—NICHOLE BLANK DEELY

In spite of the forecast for a snow storm later in the day (which did not really happen), quite a number of members showed up for this important meeting.

The meeting was opened by President Bill Galgon at approximately 11:10am and he asked for a moment of silence for all deceased members.

Membership chairman, Joe Reiter took roll by having all attendees sign a sign-in sheet and this report is on file with that committee. The president mentioned how pleased he was that so many young people attended this meeting. Each attendee received a packet with various information and reports. Secretary Janet Malofiy read the Annual General Membership Meeting from March 3, 2012 and Bill Galgon proceeded with his report. He gave us a Financial Report and spoke of various past and future activities. It was most informative.

Various chairmen made reports to inform us about future events.

All actions taken by the Board of Governors and the Executive Board during the year ending March 2, 1014 were confirmed and we proceeded to the election to fill the expired terms on the Board of Governors.

All were elected by acclamation to a three year term: Emily Fricker, Lisa Fricker, Barry Harvey and Steve Paul.

In an emotional voice, Bill Galgon mentioning his mother, father, wife and many friends, thanked all for helping him throughout his presidency.

The nominees for election to fill the expired terms on the Executive Board were also announced. This election took place at a special Board of Governors meeting immediately following the general meeting.

The following were elected: Janet Malofiy – President Andrew J. Weyershaeuser – Vice President Nichole Deely – General Secretary Michael Wagner – Treasurer These officers began their two year term on April 1, 2014.

Steve Paul was also reelected as the Chairman of the Board of Governors.

After all the meetings were adjourned, many enjoyed the Leberkase lunch and of course, the camaraderie and fellowship of friends and family. A great Sunday Funday!!!

Nichole Blank, age 32, was born in Abington, PA to John M. and Marlene Fricker Blank. Later her brothers, John M. Jr. and Alexander were born. Their family resided in Horsham Township.

Nichole attended Nursery School in Maple Glen and St. Catherine of Siena School in Horsham for grades K thru 8.

She became a member of our Cultural Group at a young age and studied dance at Marlene Blank School of Dance for fifteen years. She also studied piano for eight years and gymnastics for two years. She graduated from Lansdale Catholic High School where she was a member of the Student Council. Nichole participated in the Women’s Crew Team at LaSalle University serving as Coxswain for four years and Manager for two years. In her Junior year, the team won the Bronze Medal at the Dad Vail Regatta. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, she has worked ten years in the Operating Room at St. Christopher Hospital for Children. She enjoys working with children and baby sat for over ten years for two families especially during the summer months.

Nichole loves traveling. Having studied French and Spanish in school, she traveled to France, Spain and London during high school and Germany three times with club friends. Nichole has also visited the Caribbean area visiting St. Thomas and San Juan among other islands. She also traveled to Italy, Greece and Croatia with her husband Chris Deely who she married in 2008. Son Christopher Jr. was born in 2009 and both Christophers along with Nichole, are members of our Cultural Group participating whenever possible.

As a member of our Schuhplattler Group, Nichole served as an alternate of our Prize Plattling Team in 2007, 2009 and 2011. In 2013, she along with other young members competed as our team. She has also competed in the Einzelplattler both at the Mid Atlantic Competitions and at the Gaufest.

Nichole is also of German Hungarian Ancestry as her great-grandparents and great-great grandparents were born in either Banat or Batschka in Hungary.

One of her grandfathers was born in Banat and the other in Batschka, both then in Yugoslavia. Her two EDITOR’S NOTE: The Committee Chairmen paternal great-grandmothers were born in the United will be introduced and covered in future States. We are proud to have Nichole among us – issues of the Monthly Progress .

CONTINUING OUR PROUD TRADITIONS.

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—PRESIDENT’S REMARKS—

—’BANQUET’ CONTINUED—

I am privileged to stand at the podium tonight at our 104th Anniversary for the last time as President of the United German Hungarians.

Three thoughts I briefly wish to reflect upon regarding what drives a social organization and the pride that I feel as one of the current leaders: Community, Responsibility, Opportunity.

Community; we are a community. I speak of L to R: Janet Malofiy, Bill Galgon the United German Hungarian Community. First, the group that are members, part of the grand picture that says, “This is my club.” Second, the group I know intimately. The members that we see on a weekly and sometime daily basis. The people that stir the drink, pick up the slack or just do what needs to be done. My friends.

We are part of a larger community by being members of the Steuben Day Observance Association, the Verband Der Donauschwaben, the German-American Heritage Museum, Gauverband Nordamerika, local soccer leagues and the United States Adult Soccer Association.

The bigger community. I am proud to say that we are not just members of these organizations. We are active participants and serve as officers in many of these associations both locally and nationally.

Responsibility; as parents to educate in life. We have stressed the importance of educating them in heritage. Everyone here tonight understands club life and the responsibility that goes with it. Some of us embrace club life to its fullest, serving on a committee, being an officer. Full, active conscious participation. Value in numbers. The ultimate responsibility is to be there when needed. Every successful organization has those people.

Opportunity; The club or whatever it is that you call yourselves; Männerchor, Schuhplattler verein, soccer team, allows you the opportunity to be a part of a community, to make friends and to engage in social activities. Being involved gives you an opportunity to take your group to the next level. We have had great leaders here that have elevated us through their vision to amazing levels.

Your opportunity is or can be as big or great as you are willing to make it. I am proud and I know that all of you are proud of your respective organizations. We all have much to be proud of.

Today I am especially proud because today we are making history.

We start the parameters to a new conversation. On April 1 Janet Malofiy will be our new president. She is more than qualified, she has everyone’s support and she is ready for the job. (Believe me there was a time I thought this day would never come).

I mentioned making history. Henry Ford once said history is bunk!

This does not mean history is unimportant. It does mean that you should not be trapped by it. It is tradition, but we must live in the present. The only history we need to concern ourselves with is the history we make today. Today we anoint a new leader of the United German Hungarians. Janet Malofiy.

Throughout my time as President I have been continually reminded that we have so many young people and how lucky we are. I consider those people over there, the ones ready to perform for you this evening, not our youth but rather I consider them our present and the ones that will make history tomorrow. Several of them have accepted titles within the organization and they are now the workers behind the scenes. As parents and grandparents we are extremely proud. I cannot begin to thank all of the people who have supported me and this organization these past ten years and the respect I have been shown by all of you.

Bill Galgon, President

Cocktail hour began at 6:00pm with Hors d’oeuvres both on a buffet as well as butlered by a fine wait staff. The beauty of the cocktail hour is that it allows the attendance to build a foundation for the social nature of the event. It is always a pleasure to see old faces of members who may have recently become a tad lax in their participation in club-life. Let it be known to those of you in this group, WE WANT TO SEE YOU ALL MORE OFTEN! Werner Fricker Jr. served as master of ceremonies for this fine evening. At 7:00pm he greeted the attendance. After the national anthems, a moment of silence for our deceased members and friends, Fricker introduced Allysa Reiter who would give the Invocation. Miss Reiter is a life-long member of our Cultural Group, Schuhplattler Group and has participated on our Preisplattler teams.

She gave a very well-rounded and pertinent prayer speaking about our club, culture and faith.

Mr. Fricker then made a toast, of which the following lines this writer found most inspiring, “To the United German Hungarians, may we continue our unity as friends through traditional values and with confidence as an organization moving surely into the future.”

The head table was then introduced. Seated there were: President Bill Galgon and Marlene Fricker, General Secretary Janet Fricker Malofiy and Sasha Malofiy, Vice President Andy Weyershaeuser and Heidi , Treasurer Michael Wagner and Betty, Chairman of the Board of Governors Steve Paul and Christina, and not to forget Lisa Fricker.

The Heimatklänge opened the dance floor then with some lively music. As dinner was served the master of ceremonies introduced the Board of Governors and Chairman in attendance. He took note to announce the special guests from our fellow clubs who had joined us for the evening.

As this Banquet was the last as President for Bill Galgon, a few special presentations took place. Mr. Fricker made a few remarks about our President who has not only been the 25th to hold the office but has served the most terms, five in total. “He never sought the presidency. At a time when no one else wanted to step up he simply realized what he had to do. He took on the responsibility and accepted the challenges that go with that responsibility.” Fricker then introduced the Chairman of the Board Steve Paul who presented Mr. Galgon with a certificate bestowing on him the title of “Honorary President.” Janet Malofiy was then brought up to speak and she presented Mr. Galgon with a gift for his dedicated service from the United German-Hungarians. After accepting these presentations Galgon addressed the attendance. His speech was inspiring, and forward thinking. It is printed on this page at the left.

After the end of the formal program came dance entertainment from the German-Hungarian Dancers who performed to Opus One, a western medley and Dra di Rum. They did a wonderful job. Susi Hartmann, Cultural Group Chairman made a short speech as a thank you to “Our Billy Galgon.”

Let us note to you that the Gala Anniversary Banquet, as it is our club’s tradition, is the most social and refined event that we hold.

Held annually in March, we use this banquet not only to celebrate our age in years, but to honor those deserving, to fuel our passions for further success and to display our very fine-tuned culture in a social setting amongst one another.

Every aspect of the Gala Anniversary Banquet, the black tie dress, the social rapport, the speeches from our leaders, the music and dancing are all triumphs of our culture!

Michael

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—U.S. ADULT SOCCER NEWS—

The Hofburg Palace at night from the Heldenplatz.

Then in a flash of fervor he pulls his watch from his pocket.

“We must move on! The night does not last forever!” Matz slips his watch back into his pocket and clicks his heels. Once again his hand like that of a conductor pushes your shoulder turning you around. Suddenly as if by magic you stand beside your guide surrounded by the green of the trees and the pink and white of the flowers. Your head turns in a gaze at the nature around you.

“This my curious friend is the Stadtpark, Vienna. Look around at the monuments! It is like a pantheon of artists, all Viennese, of course.” He laughs heartily with his arms spread wide. Before him stand the bronze, the marble and the limestone to which he refers. “My friend, there, do you see the composer Anton Bruckner? And there is Franz Schubert at rest with his music notes!”

Matz points in another direction, “The conductor Robert Stolz, and Franz Lehár known for his operettas.”

Then as Matz, your guide turns to face the center, his voice quiet with a respect as he speaks, “But of course the most wondrous of all,” his voice grows loud with excitement, “ The Waltz King himself, Johann Strauss II stands gilded just as his music has been in the hearts of the world! Can you imagine him here in the flesh conducting his orchestra?

What a sight that would have been!” You stand before the monument to Strauss that stands golden with its violin. It is as though you can hear the music. Then Matz puts a firm hand once again on your shoulder and that music grows louder.

“Very well we must get going or we may be late.” Turning around again, you hear a murmur of voices under the faint but growing harmonies. Matz’s voice once again jumps with him, “There! Do you see it? It must be better than you imagined. Just over there my friend! The magnificent Hofburg Palace. This is where we shall spend our evening! Where else, if you must spend a night in Vienna, ah?” www.ughclub.us

Your eyes wander past the lights and to the palace before you. You see the lines of cars letting out their passengers. It’s a sight better than any so far on this phenomenal evening.

“Do you see them arrive at the Heldenplatz? Look at the men in their white tie and tailcoats! The gorgeous women in ball gowns are a sight that rival the beauty of Vienna itself! Come let us pass the statue of Prince Eugene of Savoy so we may enter the ball.”

With those last words you are whisked away and now inside the glorious hall as the people they march past to Strauss’s Kaiser Franz Josef der Erste Rettungs Jubel Marsch.

A night of your life ensues, and it is a night like a dream. The waltzes, the music, the food and drink, the grand hall and the atmosphere of Vienna take you away. A few polkas with a pretty girl and you have spent your “Nacht in Wien,” your “Night in Vienna.” And as the hour is late and the music slows, Matz looks at you with a satisfied smile, “My friend nothing can compare to your first night in Wien. You will always remember it. But you can always come back my friend!”

Enjoy all this and more as the United German Hungarians of Philadelphia and Vicinity present, A Night In Vienna! On Saturday, May 31, 2014 the German Hungarians will transform the little town of Oakford in Bucks County, to an Austrian dream.

Enjoy the wonderful music of the Norbert Ludewig Orchestra in the grand hall spangled in the rich red and pure white of the Austrian tri-band! Expect fantastic song stylings. The German-Hungarian Dancers will don their black tie and gowns for some special performances that evening. Cocktail hour with Hors d’oeuvres begins at 6:00 followed by a classic Viennese dinner and dessert table.

Ticket price is $60.00. Please contact Lisa Fricker for reservations at 215.500.0757 or by email at lhfricker@hotmail.com. Reservations are required and black tie is preferred.

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The United States Adult Soccer Association elected John Motta as President at the Annual General Meeting in New York City over the weekend of March 2. John Motta is originally from Rhode Island and currently resides in New Hampshire (both part of Region I). Motta, who served as Executive Vice President of the U.S. Soccer Federation from 1998 through 2000, most recently held the position of Chairman of the USASA Referee Committee from 2002 to 2014. John is the successor to Richard Groff of Eastern Pennsylvania who held the job from 2010 to 2014.

We wish John good luck and success with the position.

The spring season brings the regional rounds of the U.S. National Cups. Many teams enter the U.S. National Amateur, the U.S. Open (Werner Fricker) and the U.S. Over -30 Cups. In Region I teams play through state rounds to qualify for regional rounds.

Amateur soccer fans are encouraged to attend the upcoming Region I Finals of the U.S. National Cups. The Region I Finals are hosted this year by the Ukrainian American Sports Center in Horsham, Pennsylvania from June 13 through 15. The regional winners will move on to the U.S. National Cup Finals held in Salt Lake Utah from July 25 through 27.

The United States Adult Soccer Association also runs a U.S. Under-23 Championship.

This national championship tournament is also this year hosted by the Ukrainian American Sports Center in Horsham, Pennsylvania and will take place over the weekend from June 13 through June 15. The final will be played on Sunday. Any under-23 team affiliated with an USASA member state association, national league or regional league is eligible.

In the interest of the women’s amateur game, U.S. Adult Soccer holds the National Women’s Championships. According to usadultsoccer.com, “The National Women’s Championships serves as one of the premier women’s competition in the United States.

Some of the best amateur women’s teams from around the country will get the opportunity to test their skills and play at one of the top soccer complexes in the nation.”

Women’s teams from across the country enter the Open, Amateur and Under-23 divisions. The National Women’s Championships are held this year from June 26 through the 29 in Lake Myrtle Park, Auburndale, Florida.

Find out more about U.S. Adult Soccer and its programs online at: www.usadultsoccer.com

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ENTERTAINMENT REVIEWS:

—ST. PATTY’S PARTY— The halls of our club were buzzing and bustling with activity and people on Sunday March 16. While the Cultural Group, preparing for the special performance of Opus 1 for the Banquet, held rehearsal beginning at 10:00 am, many members led by the entertainment committee were popping about with decorations for that afternoon’s St. Patty’s Party.

Oh of course plenty of jokes flew about all of us German-American folks celebrating the Irish St.’s day. But with the club cloaked in green and the Harp and Guinness beer pushed over the bar top a fun time was had by all. The kitchen served fish & chips, Irish stew, corned beef and also hot diggidy dogs.

For the wee little ones a moon-bounce was set up in the hall. Jerry Lineman was slinging green snow cones and popping some hot popcorn from the dining room. These two concessions were certainly popular with all our guests. Raffle tickets were sold to the end of the roll and many prizes were taken home with excitement.

Music on the main hall stage was provided

by Franco Sicilia and Ron Crabtree with Aram on bass. Their tunes certainly pepped up this party.

The Pride of Erin dancers performed for our audiences entertainment and all marveled at their jig!

Outdoors the German-Hungarians took on Vereinigung Erzgebirge in GH Stadium. The friendly match ended in a score of 3-1 in our favor.

Over-all the St. Patty’s Party was a success.

We look forward to what next year brings!

APRIL 2014

—FUN FRIDAY’S FISH & CHIPS— On Friday, March 21, the Cultural Group help a Fish & Chips Night as a fundraiser for their upcoming year of dancing and culture.

Our young people served our members, their families and their friends a quality meal of fried flounder served with fries and coleslaw. Following dinner a number of the attendance gathered in the barroom to share a few drinks and have a fun social evening together. The Cultural Group appreciates those members who supported their event and hope to see an even bigger crowd on April 11th as they host another Fish Fry!

—WINTERFEST— Though its name may not strike in you thoughts of German language and learning of German, Austrian and Swiss culture, Winterfest and all its features is about just that. In reality this event is what we would deem a “catered” event as it is the local German teacher Desiree Toneatto that conceived and came to the German Hungarians to host this event. The event pairs a grand schnitzel dinner with music from the Heimatklänge Orchestra and entertainment by our dancers.

The students are able to see a glimpse of the German-American community.

Though originally scheduled for Saturday, February 22 the event had to be postponed until Sunday, March 23 due to our very rampant snow filled winter. The change in date made no impact on the success of this event, however as the school age students, the German-Hungarian dance groups, the Heimatklänge and the members in attendance all had a wonderful time sharing some tradition and learning some new ones also.

—SCHNITZEL NIGHT— Every first Wednesday of the Month - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Wednesday, May 7 Wednesday, June 4 $10.00 for adults | $5.00 for children

—SPRING PENNY PARTY— Wednesday, May 14 Doors open 6:30pm Numbers called 8:00pm Tickets: $3.00 Includes coffee and cake RESERVATIONS are REQUIRED Call Emily Fricker at 267.470.4828

—BAYERISCHER ECKE— The Bayerischer Volksfest Verein always has a lively series of events on the schedule.

The June 21 date is important for our club as well and it is an event we as members of our club need to support. The 12th Anniversary Dance with music by the Emil Schanta Band celebrates the 12 years that the Bayern Club has called our clubhouse home.

Celebrate with our fellow club the 12 years we have worked together as clubs on that fine evening.

April 12—Spring Dance Dance music by the Emil Schanta Orchestra

April 23—Penny Party Sponsored by the BVV Ladies Auxiliary | 6:30pm

May 17—Member Appreciation Dance Dance music by the Heimatklänge

June 21—12th Anniversary Dance Dance music by the Emil Schanta Orchestra

ALL DANCES 7:00pm TO 11:00pm

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