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Groenemeyer Tickets!
Become a member of DANK Haus German American Cultural Center between 26 Juni 2013 and July 31 2013 and you are automatically entered in a drawing for a pair of Herbert Groenemeyer tickets
 22 Sep 2013 Lincoln Hall 

 

Offer Expires: 31 Juli 2013
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center
Promoting German language and culture since 1959
Neue Deutsche Welle
19 Juli

We might be well known for regular recitals of Mozarts's works, but  a hot night in July needs a little  "Rock Me Amadeus" by Falco. 

New Wave music in the 80's was heavily influenced by the German scene.  "Die Neue Deutsche Welle" genre made a lasting impact in America with unforgettable music videos and catchy tracks.  Attendees who learned German from classics like "99 Luftballoons" and "Der Kommissar" will dance and sing all evening long. 
Neon clothes, gravity defying hair and fierce blush willkommen.
 
Free and open to the public, first come first serve though!
Reserve your entrance today
Full bar and food available for purchase.


Kulturkueche
Pancakes und Pork

 

19 Juli 7:30 pm

No need to heat up the entire house this summer for Pfannkuchen - switch to Mennonite style pancakes with Mary Michalowski!

Thin, with crispy edges - these pancakes are perfect for summer fruits and Nutella, nat�rlich.  

 

26 Juli 7:30 pm

The following week, Chef Martin of Alpine Brand Sausages, returns to the stage to walk you through the wonders of the grinder attachment and up to 5 of his exclusive recipes.

 

There are plenty of hands on opportunities for students as well as tasting opportunities.
Nominal class fee of $16 includes demonstration, recipes, one drink and tasting


We know your Oma made it better - that was the love.

Reservations required. Click on date above to reserve 

 

Made in Germany
Summer Camp
5 Aug - 16 Aug

Enroll your children in a 2 week Summer camp designed to provide an introduction to German language and culture with an emphasis on fun!
Program is for children between 5  9 years old.
Previous German experience is not required and program is fully bilingual.  

Children may enroll in one of two tracks:

Kleine Kunstler: Kinder will learn abut Germany's contributions to the Fine Arts

Germans in Motion: Kinder will experience Germany's expanse of sports and hobbies

Typical Day
9 am - Circle Time
10 am - Theory
11 am - Lunch
11:45 am Activity
1 pm - Circle Time
1:30 pm Free Play

Instructors are recent, native transplants, child to instructor ratio held 1:1.

 

Events for you!
19 Juli Pancake Class
19 Juli Die Neue Deutsche Welle Night
20 Juli Tour - Humboldt
26 Juli Sausage Class
5 Aug Summer Camp Starts
22 Aug Bismarck Reception
4 Sep 1st Day Adult German
7 Sep Steuben Parade
7 Sep Kinderschule Reg
14 Sep Kinderschule Reg
21 Sep 1st Day Kinderschule
 
German Cinema Now


28 Juni 7:30 pm
 Mondscheinkinder (2006)

26 Juli 7:30 pm
Nach 5 im Urwald (1995)

23 Aug 7:30 pm
Goethe! (2010)


Beer, Wine, Pretzel and Landjaeger for purchase!
English subtitles
Humboldt Park Tour

Alexander von Humboldt never set foot in Chicago - so why does this major neighborhood bear his name & house his statue?

 

Chicago Cultural Alliance invites you to explore how the German, Polish and Puerto Rican communities shaped this neighborhood since its founding in 1869

 

Attendees will enjoy a treat from Caf� Colao, be prepared for extensive walking, and  explore Division Street restaurants or the Park on their own after the tour.

 

20 Juli 10 am sharp

Tickets $20 

Free parking at IPRAC

 

Vielen dank to our partners

Chicago Architecture Foundation

The Boeing Company 

 

Heimat Films

29 Jun
Verlobung am Wolfgangsee

Summer break
Films return 21 Sep
Visit Our Sponsor
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Keeping  Chicago and Germany connected, now with direct flights from O'Hare to Berlin
 
Contact Information
Most events take place at the DANK Haus at 4740 N. Western Avenue in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood. 1/2 block from the Western station on the CTA Brown Line.
 
Parking is generously provided by MB Financial Bank lot when bank closed only  at Western and Gunnison.
Evenings after 6pm and Saturdays after 1pm you may park in the lot.

Our programs are partially supported by CityArtslogo a City Arts Program 3 grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.

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