THE MANSFIELD LIEDERKRANZ
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Special Past and Present Club Events
2007 Donauschwaben Soccer Tournament Host: Mansfield Liederkranz Click on event in upper left margin of this page.
Past Club Events
2006 News from the President, Mansfield Liederkranz Our 100 year anniversary celebration this year will begin with a Dinner/Dance on April 15th. Beer will be $.40 cents per glass and mixed drinks are at Happy Hour Prices. July 16th will be the Members Only Picnic. Beer will be available at $.25 cents per glass and mixed drinks, again, at Happy Hour Prices. The third function we have planned is set for November 18th. We will have beer available at $.10 cents per glass and Happy Hour Prices on mixed drinks. The dates have been set, but if you have any ideas how you might like to celebrate, please let us know. Further information will be forthcoming in future bulletins. Jakob Hunsinger
Past Club Events
WEIHNACHTS SHOW 2003 DIE SCHÖNSTEN WEIHNACHTSLEIDER AT THE MANSFIELD LIEDERKRANZ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2003 FEATURING EDITH PROCK WERNER GEORGE ALBERT MESSMANN STEPHANIE MESSMANN RAPHAEL BETTINA STARK
Sweetheart Dinner Dance The Mansfield Liederkranz Ladies Auxiliary sponsored a Sweetheart Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 8, 2003. This dance was held in honor of St.Valentine's Day. A buffet-style dinner was provided by the kitchen staff and featured chicken and schnitzel as the main entrees. German-style pastry rounded off the wholesome meal. Hunsinger Halle resounded with the charming and intoxicating music of Al Nowak and his band. These fine musicians are no strangers to the Mansfield Liederkranz, whose members always look forward to experiencing the fine performances always provided by Al Nowak. The dinner began at 6:30 p.m.. The dance began at 8:00 p.m. and ended at midnight. Decorations were prepared and provided by the members of the Ladies Auxiliary and were enjoyed by all. You could not ask for a better time in celebration of St. Valentine's Day and no better friends and acquaintances to share the occasion.
25 Year Award Dinner Dance The Mansfield Liederkranz held its annual 25 year Award Dinner Dance on Saturday, January 18, 2003, in Hunsinger Halle. A delicious chicken meal was prepared and served by the kitchen staff and youth dance groups. To work off the meal and enjoy the event the attendees danced to the lively and wholesome music of Prost, a German Band from Cincinnati, Ohio. A grand time was had by all. During the first band break, Jakob Hunsinger, the club's president, lauded the efforts of members who have worked to keep the Mansfield Liederkranz a viable club. Individuals with at least 25 consecutive years of service were given special praise. Members with 25 or 50 consecutive service years were presented letters of appreciation and commemorative mugs. Assisting Jakob Hunsinger was Rudy John, Sr., the club's First Vice-President. An air of Gemütlichkeit wafted throughout the club. FIFTY YEAR MEMBERS FOR 2002 Jakob Hunsinger Elsie Schwechheimer* Tony Stagl
TWENTY-FIVE YEAR MEMBERS FOR 2002 Robert Gotterbarm* John J. Graf Dale F. Jones* Ludwig Perseitz Anne Roemer* Horst Schmidt* Karl A. Schuster, Jr. Francis H. Shuler Jeanette E. Swigart Eva M. Wittig* (* member unable to be present for presentation) Special words of praise were directed toward Julius Breinich, who has served as the club's Second Vice-President for many years. Julius recently resigned from this position due to health concerns. A resounding round of applause and praise were given by the membership and guests present. Danke schön, Julius, for a job well done.
New Year's Eve Party Tuesday, December 31st, 2002. The Mansfield Liederkranz celebrated the end of 2002 and the beginning of 2003. Bus groups from as far as Cleveland also attended the gala event. The festivities began at 7:30 p.m. with a mouth watering buffet prepared by the club's world renown kitchen crew. At 9:00 p.m. the stage was alive with the music of Frank Moravcik and his band. A variety of polkas, waltzes, traditional, rock and roll, and swing music echoed throughout the dance floor to everyone's delight and lasted to the early a.m. hours. The "Duck Dance" took on a new meaning on New Year's Eve . As the clock struck midnight and the balloons fell from the ceiling the membership came together in the spirit of Gemütlichkeit and "Auld Lang Sein". The entire experience will live forever in the memories of the attendees and continue to bind the meaning of fellowship in the membership present.
Christmas Party On Saturday, December 20th, 2002, the club membership held its annual Christmas party. After a sumptuous buffet the attendees were delighted by a short performance of German Christmas carols and poetry provided by the club's youth groups. Introducing the Youth Group was Annette Doklovic, president and manager of the Adult, Youth, and Children's dance groups. After the performance Karin Studer, adult director of the Youth Group, was given a check by Karl Kirst, club trustee and director of the Mansfield Area Danube Swabian Foundation. This check was received by the club to help the dance groups' endeavors to promote its German culture and heritage. The entertainment was provided by Al Nowak and his band. Everyone attending the dinner and dance were treated to an exciting and unforgettable night of joy and Christmas spirit. The Mansfield Liederkranz wishes to its members:
22nd ANNIVERSARY DINNER DANCE and RUMPELSTILZCHEN NOVEMBER 23, 2002 On Saturday, November 23, 2002 the Mansfield Liederkranz membership held its 22nd Anniversary Dinner Dance. Along with a fabulous meal provided by the club's kitchen crew and toe-tapping music supplied by Fred Zwich and his band the attendees were treated to a performance of "Rumpelstilzchen". The skit was performed by members of the club's Adult German Language class. The adult students had been studying and practicing for several months to provide the club with its first-ever skit performance by a club language class. Drama and humor came together, along with some audio and visual effects, to create an ambience that tantalized the audience. The entire skit was performed during the first band break. Its entertainment value was priceless and left the audience wanting future presentations. The class would like to give special thanks to Rudy John Sr. for helping with the lighting.
GERMAN-AMERICAN DAY OCTOBER 6, 2002 On Saturday, October 5, 2002 the membership of the Mansfield Liederkranz gathered in Hunsinger Halle to celebrate its annual German-American Day. After an enthusiastic welcome by the club's president, Jakob Hunsinger, an invocation was offered by Reverend Renato Stewart. An excellent meal was provided by the club's kitchen crew and served at the tables by members of the club's Adult Dance Group. Immediately following the meal the attendees sang the American and German National Anthems. They were led in the singing by Ann Hanrahan. Additional items on the program included heart-felt remarks regarding the future of the Donauschwaben families, by Jakob Hunsinger, the club's president; words of support and praise, by the Honorable Lydia Reid, mayor of Mansfield, Ohio; a discussion of the historic importance of the Donauschwaben people by Steven, J. Joyce, associate professor of German and comparative literature, Ohio State University; closing remarks by Jakob Hunsinger; and a benediction by Reverend Renato Stewart. The formal portion of the program ended with the entire audience singing "God Bless America". Following the formal program a dance was held with the music provided by Starlite, a band from Cleveland, Ohio. They performed an excellent array of fine dance music that was appreciated by those people in attendance. They are scheduled to return to the Mansfield Liederkranz in the near future when they will provide the dance music for the annual Grapefest Dinner Dance at the end of October, 2002. See the club's calendar for more specific information. During the first band break the Senior Dance Group of the Mansfield Liederkranz charmed the entire audience with a program of fine folk dancing. The crowd was awed by the beauty and precision of movement of this well seasoned and proud dance group. True poetry in motion! The entire membership of the Mansfield Liederkranz, as well as the community of Mansfield, Ohio, remains enriched by the presence of the Senior Dance Group.
OKTOBERFEST 2002 On Sunday, September 15, 2002 the Mansfield Liederkranz held its annual Oktoberfest in the outside pavilion. The sumptuous food and beverages were prepared and served by the officers and member volunteers. As usual, they did a fine job and their efforts are truly appreciated. Although early arrivals of Oktoberfest-goers may have been delayed by a steady rain shower, the attendance steadily increased throughout the afternoon. Entertainment for the event was provided by Hank Haller and his band. Once again, the audience was treated to a fine mix of polkas, waltzes and even a few line dances (performed by audience request). Prior to the opening notes of Hank Haller the club's Children's Dance Group performed several dances from their repertoire. During the first intermission break the club's Youth Competition Group repeated its performance from the recent Landestrachtenfest Cultural Competition. The group also presented items of appreciation to officers of the club and other members who provided assistance to the group's preparations. Everyone went home with cheerful memories of the Oktoberfest and the knowledge that the event will be just as enjoyable next year.
YOUTH COMPETITION DANCE GROUP DRESS REHEARSAL August 18, 2002 On Sunday, August 18, 2002, the newly formed Competition Group within the Youth Dance Group gave a special dress rehearsal performance to the general membership in Hunsinger Halle. This event was organized to help give the members of the dance group a chance to perform in front of a live audience prior to their departure to Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Labor Day weekend. The club members attending the rehearsal performance were treated to a wonderful presentation of German folk dancing, songs, poetry and tracht. At the annual Landestrachtenfest they are to participate in the Dr. Awender Cultural Competition that is held every three years. This will be the first time that a group from the Mansfield Liederkranz will participate in the competition. This is truly an historic event for the club. The special performance was covered and published by a local Mansfield newspaper, the Mansfield News Journal, the following week. Every member of the Mansfield Liederkranz is truly proud of the efforts displayed by this young and hard-working group. The entire membership wished them the best of luck in their endeavor on Labor Day weekend. ANNUAL CLUB PICNIC July 28th, 2002 The annual Club Picnic was held in the outside pavilion at the Mansfield Liederkranz on Sunday, July 28th, 2002. Despite the very warm weather a large crowd attended the popular event. The spacious shaded pavilion provided a comfortable area for sitting, eating, dancing, and listening to the entertaining sounds of Hank Haller and his band. Once again, this popular group pleased the audience with its vocals and instrumentals. The food items were provided and served by the Ladies Auxiliary. Dinners included Pork, BBQ chicken, and Bratwurst. Sandwich selections and desserts were also available. Once again, the members were treated to good and delicious meals. The Ladies Auxiliary remains a vital and important asset to the club and is greatly appreciated by all of the membership. Before the first band segment the Children's Dance Group entertained the audience with their repertoire of old and new folk dances. This year they are adding singing to their dance routines. After their entrance march, the children performed one of their singing dances to the delight of the audience. During the first band intermission the newly formed Youth Competition Group for The Mansfield Liederkranz gave the crowd a preview of their new performance routine. This routine will be performed at the upcoming national competition that will be held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Labor Day weekend. This will be the first time that The Mansfield Liederkranz will be sending a competition group to the national event. Everyone is excited about going there. The performance included entrance and exit marches, a folk song accompanied by an accordion, several folk dances, and a recited poem. All of these items are glowing reflection on the Donauschwaben heritage and received an appreciative applause by the membership and guests. The group members and their supervisors have been working hard for months to develop and perfect their routines. The club officers and its entire membership wish them luck in Milwaukee. During the second band intermission the audience was entertained by the Senior Dance Group. This year the group has several new couples that performed in the entrance and exit marches. The veteran members of the group gave another exciting and precise performance of many beloved folk dances. It is always obvious that the members have devoted a lot of time and effort in rehearsing their routines. Their harmonious and perfect dance movements remain an enormous crowd pleaser.
MOTHER'S DAY PIG ROAST May 12, 2002 On Sunday, May 12, 2002 the Ladies Auxiliary sponsored the annual Mother’s Day Pig Roast at the Mansfield Liederkranz. Hunsinger Halle was opened before noon and the seating filled up quickly. A delicious meal featuring roast pork, prepared on the open hearth outside the building, and bratwurst. As usual the kitchen crew "wowed" the crowd with the aromas and tastes of the meal that the membership of the Mansfield Liederkranz has consistently experienced at the club. Certainly, no one went away hungry. Very fortunately, the sumptuous meal was followed by the pleasant music of Fred Ziwich and his band. Fred Ziwich and his fellow musicians have always played very well at the Mansfield Liederkranz. This performance was no exception. Everyone present, either listening or dancing, was consumed by the Gemütlichkeit. A spectacular meal and wonderful dance music. Who could experience a better Mother’s Day celebration?
Donauschwaben Dinner Dance April 20, 2002 On April 20, 2002 the Mansfield Liederkranz held its Donauschwaben Dinner Dance. The event was well attended. A wonderful served meal was prepared by the kitchen crew and was well appreciated by all. Al Nowak and his band supplied the superb musical entertainment. Everyone in attendance enjoyed the music. There was plenty of listening and dancing. During the intermissions the crowd was treated to additional entertainment supplied by the dancers of the Cincinnati Club Senior Dance Group and the Mansfield Liederkranz Senior Dance Group. Both groups paraded onto the floor for the first session to set the stage and off the floor at the conclusion of the second session to complete the Gemütlichkeit. The Cincinnati Club’s Senior Dance Group gave a very pleasing and enjoyable performance during the first session. The Mansfield Liederkranz Senior Dance Group made the crowd proud in giving a heart warming performance while displaying their dancing skills. The only people not happy were those that were not in attendance during this wonderful dinner dance.
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January 25, 2007
