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The German American Society connects people with German and American heritage to enhance friendship and understanding, as well as cultural exchange.

The Society’s mission is to support the German-speaking community in the Portland Metro Area through a variety of educational, social and benevolent programs.



NEWSLETTER SPRING 2013

Letter from the President

The past 2 years have been challenging. Now, we are here in 2013 and there is a light at the end of the tunnel. We are looking ahead to the completion of our new building remodel (mid April) and it will be amazing.

Construction

The Society plans to host its Membership for an exclusive preview and Open House. Details to follow once we near our occupancy date. The sale of the Macadam property is moving forward and we hope to close mid May...keep your fingers crossed! Your Board is in the process of reevaluating and revising some of its procedures in an effort to streamline responsibilities and keep checks and balances in place. In closing, I believe the good times are just starting to roll. I hope to complete my term, as President, in an uplifting and successful manner. With the support of the current Board and you, our members, that should be an easy thing to accomplish! Best regards, Wolfgang Werner

Welcome, Tracy and “Thank you,” Norah!

Bookkeeper

Please welcome, Tracy Ryder, our new Bookkeeper. She is responsible for the Administrative operation of our Society. Tracy replaces Norah Osburn, who came out of retirement to temporarily fill this position. We are grateful to Norah for her valued support and wish her all the best.

For more news and info, please read the whole Spring 2013 Newsletter.

 


We offer cultural events such
as Song Recitals, German Movie Nights and Discussion Forums with guest speakers as well as social events.

The annual Heritage Ball and the Summer Picnic are only a few of the highlights the Society organizes throughout the year.
 
The German Saturday School, operated by the Society since 1964, and the scholarship program are specifically dedicated to promote the German language among Portland’s youth.

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