Edelweiss am Rio Grande German American Club-March 2017
The Edelweiss am Rio Grande
German American Club
Newsletter for March 2017
President’s Letter
Dear Members
By the time you receive this, Fasching will be over. I would like to thank the Elferrat, the Prinzengarde, and the Prince and Princess, for, once again, hosting a great
season. It’s always over way too soon, but we look forward to next year.
As much fun as Fasching was, we still have many more fun and exciting events
planned for the rest of the year. In March, we have our St.Patricks Day party on
the 11th. A dinner of Corned-beef and cabbage and music by Street Scene should
make us all feel a little “Irish”. Also in March, we have our Roaring ‘20’s dinner/
dance on the 25th. The ever popular “Hit Squad” will be back to play for us. Be
sure and check this news magazine for details. You don’t want to miss them.
It takes work to make these “fun” events happen: from booking the bands, to decorating, to manning the door, to selling the dinner tickets, to preparing and serving
the meals. Madie Mirabal is in charge of decorating, but could use some helping
hands. Kathe Mirabal is in charge of the door, but she, also, could use some help.
Norita Callahan has been handling the dinner ticket sales, but could use some back
up in case she can’t be there. Last, but not least, we are always looking for volunteers to prepare a meal. If you can help with any of the above, let me know and I
will put you in touch with the proper person.
On a somber note, I would like to send out condolences to my vice president,
Mark Meadows and his family at the loss of his mother Eunice Foley. Eunice was
a long time member of the German American Club, and could often be seen enjoying a drink with friends and family at the bar and at Jazz. Though small, Eunice
had a big personality. She will be missed.
I think that is all for now. So until next month, take care and I’ll see you at the
club.
Miguel Mata
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NOTICES
RIP Maria (Mia) Buers
1927-2016
The smell of peppermint, an infectious smile and a kind heart are just a few of the
many things we will miss. Maria (Mia) Buers passed away recently. She and her husband
Hans were one of the original couples that helped found our club. She joined her husband,
daughter Jacqueline Fox, grandson Karl Fox along with many other family members that
passed before her on the morning of August 21st. The weeks before her passing she spoke
of many fond memories she had of her life. Most were of times with her family and the
good times she had here at the club with her friends. Her daughter Jacqueline Buers and
Dieter Fox met here at the club. “Who would have thought they would meet the love of
their lives here?” she would say! She was always so proud of how involved her family was
in their German traditions as well as helping here at the club. One of the last times she was
able to participate at the club was for a past anniversary where she, Hans, Jacqueline, Dieter, her granddaughter Monika and her great grandchildren Alison and Jordan were able
to pose for a 4 generation picture. She will be deeply missed. Mia was 91 years old when
she passed away.
—Monika Fox
We want to thank everyone who came to celebrate the life of our mother Eunice Foley.
Our family is truly grateful
Meadows family
The Emerson family wishes to invite everyone to Ivan's 90th birthday celebration at the
club April 1, 2017 from 7 to 10 PM music by Joe Sais.
Thank you the Emerson's
Hungarian Event
On March 12, 2017 at 1pm, we will remember the Hungarian revolution of 1848 against
the Hapsburg rule, with home cooked stuffed cabbage, the Hungarian Dancers, some discussions, elections and raffle. All are welcome.
Steve Borbas
Changes to be implemented
At the last board meeting, the board implemented some changes to drink prices and membership dues, and will test a few alternatives to live bands, as we continue to determine
ways to increase revenues and reduce costs.
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Events for March 2017
Event
Day
Time
Irish Dance
Wed Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 7pm
Kaffeeklatsch
Sun Mar 5
3pm
IAS Board of Directors
Tues Mar 7
7pm
Sprechen und Essen
Wed Mar 8
6:30 pm Page 4
IAS Membership Meeting Fri Mar 10
7pm
GAC St. Patrick’s Party
Sat Mar 11
Page 4
Hungarian Event
Sun Mar 12
Page 2
GAC BoD Meeting
Thurs Mar 16
6:30 pm
IAS St. Patrick’s Party
Fri Mar 17
Page 5
Jazz
Sun Mar19
2pm
Cigar Evening
Fri Mar 24
4pm-7pm
Roaring 20’s Party
Sat Mar 25
Page 4
Upcoming Activities
Events and Dates are Subject to change
April
8th Western Night-Paul Pino
22nd Vienna Ball-Jim Brauer
May
13th Maifest-Swingshift
27th Sock Hop-Hit Squad
June
24th Summerfest-Hit Squad
July
8th Luau-Roger Burns
22nd Membership AppreciationJimBrauer
August
12th-Woodstock-Street Scene
26th-Anniversary-Showcase
September
9th-Winefest-Swingshift
30th Oktoberfest– Jim Brauer
You may see the latest newsletters and photographs of club functions at
www.edelweissgac.org
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German American Club
German American Club
St Patrick’s Day Dance
Roaring 20’s Ball
Saturday March 11th
Members Door Fee $10
Music by: Street Scene
From 7:00 ‘til 11:00
Meal served 5:30 - 6:45
Prepared by Miguel Mata & Sheri Kraemer
Potatoes
Vegetables
Salad and Roll
Dessert
Meal: $10 per person
Make reservations by
Thursday, March 9th
888-4833
Saturday, March 25th
Door Fee: Members $10
Music by: Hit Squad
From 7:00 ‘til 11:00
Meal Served from: 5:30PM to 6:45 PM
Prepared by Sheri Kraemer & Miguel Mata
MENU
Antipasto Plate
Lasagna
Salad
Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks
Dessert
Meal: $10 per person
Please make meal reservations by
Thursday, March 23rd
888-4833
Attire: Smart Casual or Green
(No Jeans or T-Shirt)
ESSEN UND SPRECHEN:
Attire: Semi formal or costume
This month we will gather at 6:30pm on the second Wednesday, March 8th for our monthly Essen und Sprechen
Treffen (gathering) at the Grain Station, 2004 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 (on the south side of Central
Ave, between Yale and University Blvds). The owner said she will reserve some parking spots for us. Come join
together at the monthly Essen und Sprechen to practice your German and socialize over dinner in German (with some
English). We decide at each month’s dinner where to go the following month.
Please, PLEASE, reply by the prior Sunday, March 5th, to Jay by email to [email protected] or
call at 505-362-1733 to let us know whether you will be there, so we will know how large of a table to reserve. The
Essen und Sprechen dinner is quite popular—attendance usually ranges 10-16 people, with our all-time high having
been 28 in attendance. In February we had 10 in attendance.
(The Essen und Sprechen monthly dinner group is not affiliated with the GAC; rather it is a separate, autonomous group. This notice is provided for the convenience of anyone may wish to attend).
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Birthdays , Anniversaries, Membership
Geburtstage - Herren
(Men’s Birthdays)
Geburtstage-Damen
(Ladies’ Birthdays)
Bud Clark
Ray Heidfeld
Gisela Anetzeder
Fred McKenna
Margaret Carillo
Bryan Pfeiffer
Anniversaries
Collee Chmielowicz
Sherrie Cordova
Sabine King
Randy Jordan and Sandra Payne
Gerald & Sabine King
Diana Delong
Bruce & Cindy Miller
Ingrid Bloodworth
Carolyn McKenna
Katharina Mueller
Doris Payne
Ellen Wymer
Membership : Updated as of
February 2017
Total
256
Males
115
Females 141
Couples
78
Singles
100
Life Members 8
Normal Club Hours
Sunday 12-5pm
Mon—Wed 4-10 pm
Thurs—Fri 12-10 pm
Sat—Noon—11pm
Happy Hour 4-7pm
Thurs-Friday-Saturday
The club may be closed on
some holidays.
Call 888-4833
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The 2017 Officers and Board
Jay Vandersloot
Steve Borbas
Miguel Mata
Mark Meadows
Kathy Wilds
Christine Philips
John Waldrop
Rosalie Pfeiffer
Walter Kirsch
Chairman of the Board
Vice Chairman
President
Vice-President
Executive Secretary
Financial Director
Director-at-Large
Director-at-Large
Director-at-Large
362-1733
265-7088
620-3666
238-2289
388-6064
710-3972
298-5893
304-1668
296-7980
The 2017 Committee Chairs and Coordinators
John Waldrop
Membership
298-5893
Membership Input:
[email protected]
Kathy Mueller
German Culture
856-6359
Britt Peters
German Culture
867-5969
Open Position
Entertainment Contracts
Sheri Kraemer
Functions Coordinator
271-2634
John Waldrop
Newsletter Editor & Web
298-5893
Newsletter Input:
[email protected]
NOTE: Deadline for Newsletter Input: 15th of each Month
Other Positions and Associate Groups
Miguel Mata
Kenny Blemel
Rosalie Pfeiffer
Open Position
Madie Mirabal
Marie Moe
Kathe Mirabal
Ellen Dowling
Kathe Mirabal
Steve Borbas
Bruce Green
Norita Callahan
Casey Den Hollander
Past President
Elferrat Chair
Greeting Cards
Volksdance Teacher
Decorating Coordinator
Decorating
Kaffeeklatsch
Irish American Society Pres.
Front Door Coordinator
Hungarian Club Rep
St. Andrew Scottish Society
Dinner Ticket Sales-GAC
Rio Grand Jazz Society
620-3666
991-6997
299-3951
839-0229
999-0778
836-6182
307-1700
836-6182
265-7088
270-6507
298-2708
266-3148
We Send Cards!
Please notify Rosalie Pfeiffer, at 299-3951,
if you know of any Club Member who should receive a
greeting card, i.e., get well, sympathy, congratulations, etc.
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P&L Statement for January 2017
Operations
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Membership
Totals
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Income-Bar
6,593.49
Other monthly income
Donations
37.00
Door Fees
750.00
Hall Rental Income
1,152.00
Membership Income/Dues
70.00
Interest Income
0.13
Rental Income-Quincy
500.00
Vending Income
25.00
Total Income
8,282.62
845.00
9,127.62
1,304.24
0.00
1,304.24
6,978.38
845.00
7,823.38
Cost of Goods Sold
Cost of Goods Bar
1,304.24
Total COGS
Gross Profit
Expense
Band
1,850.00
Bank Charges
103.50
Bar Supplies
271.85
Bar Tending Contract Labor
43.60
Bookkeeper
139.51
Decorations
38.58
Janitorial Services
95.00
Janitorial Supplies
115.23
Kitchen Supplies
95.59
Linen Expense
326.00
Newsletter
298.00
Office Supplies
79.87
Payroll Expenses
1,787.66
Repairs and Maintenance
290.88
Utilities
1,191.53
Total Expense
4,444.63
2,282.17
6,726.80
2,533.75
(1,437.17)
1,096.58
Net Ordinary Income
Bank Balances as of 1/31/17
Checking
9,536.27
Maintenance Fund
7,394.99
CD Balance
12,330.26
Total
29,261.52
Edelweiss am Rio Grande German American Club-March 2017
Mon. thru Thur. Night
Friday Day
Friday Night
Saturday Day
Saturday Night.
Sunday Day Only
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$400
$400
$450
$450
$550
$450
Security
Use of Kitchen
Use of Linen Table Cloths
Cleaning
Call Miguel Mata at
620-3666 or
Mark Meadows
at 238-2289
$135 extra per guard
$100 extra
$100 extra
$100 extra
Please note that you must be a dues paying GAC
member to rent the club.
If you have been a member for more than 3 years, you may rent
the club on availability for your family functions at discounted
price (weddings excluded).
The Edelweiss am Rio Grande
German American Club
2609 Quincy St. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone (505) 888-4833
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