Interested about German language being taught in Lawrence, Kansas schools? Check out this group on Facebook: German in Lawrence Schools

We hope to list one or two that entice you and your family to go out and experience a piece of Germany, Switzerland or Austria right in your own back yard.

Check back often as this page is being updated frequently. You may also want to visit the Facebook page (requires approval and group membership) for our school families: GSNEKS - Family page.

Lawrence Turnhalle - April 13 and 21, 2013
LPA, the new owner of the Lawrence Turnhalle (pronounced “Turnhalluh”), will welcome members of the public to view the historic structure in its pre-rehabilitation state at two open houses in April. If you’ve been curious about this significant structure and wondering about LPA’s plans, now is your chance! Lawrence Turnhalle.

Kristkindlmark - November 17, 2012
A traditional German fest to start the holiday season, presented by the Turners / German-American Citizen’s Association of KC: the Kristkindlmarkt.
Also find more information on the GSNEKS Family Page on Facebook.

Kristkindl Markt at Country Club Congregational United Church of Christ - November 30, 2012
The 2012 Kristkindl Markt will be held on Friday, November 30th, and Saturday, December 1st, 2012 in Brookside (65th Street). The Kristkindlmarkt is FREE and they look forward to welcoming you!
Enter into an "Old World" enchanted German Christmas village, complete with traditional German food, singing, and decor.
Vendors from all over the midwest will be selling many diverse crafts and products, so this is the perfect place to do all of your holiday shopping.

German KC Meetup Group
The German KC Meetup group is a privately organized group of German speakers and enthusiasts that maintains an active calendar of events throughout the month.

German American Citizen Association
This association is probably the oldest in the area, dating back to the 1860s when Turners, a German 'Turnverein' was founded. It also has a social club, located in Belton, MO.

German American Club of Shanwee
This club is about 9 years old and hosts the annual Shawnee Oktoberfest, which is always a great success and a true cultural experience.

German Club - Edelweiss
Straight from the Facebook page: Our mission is to preserve our German culture, traditions, and heritage in the community

Germania KC
If you are into what is commonly referred to as "Karneval" (Northern Germany) or "Fasching" (Southern Germany), this club might be for you. They hold a Karneval celebration every year, starting on the traditional date of 11/11 at 11.11 am.

Au Marche, Lawrence
Au Marché is proud to stock European food and bath-and-beauty items that are not easily found in most American grocery stores. We cater to people who are looking for a taste of their homeland, or for a sentimental reminder of a favorite trip abroad.

Werners
The main goal of owners' David and Judy Miller has been to reintroduce the customer to the old world style of making sausages. That means the sweetest cuts of meat, the freshest spices, hand-twisted sausages inspected throughout the process by highly skilled sausage makers.

Fritz KC Meats
Fritz's Superior Sausage Co., Inc. is dedicated to producing only the finest quality meats and specialty sausages. We slowly cook or smoke our products over hickory wood, providing our own unique flavor. Only the highest quality spices and choice meats are used to produce the wide variety of sausages, franks, K. C. original deli meats, hams, turkeys, baby back ribs and chickens.

Grunauer
In their flagship restaurant, the Grunauer’s provide high-quality food, prepared simply, in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This approach represents their favorite elements of Austrian culture – close friends and family and the relaxed enjoyment of fine food and drink.

Affäre
At Affäre (pronounce "affair") we are excited to share our passion for food and wine, hoping to introduce Kansas City to the modern german cuisine. We serve small plates and appetizers, creating the opportunity to sample many different dishes.

Auntie Em's Deli
This is a family owned and operated deli located less than a mile straight west of the Seabury Academy classrooms, which offers the freshest meats and chesses straight from the heart of Amish country. (Buy a package of homemade noodles, or a jar of red cabbage).

Beethoven's
For a variety of Wursts, Rouladen, Schnitzel, and Sauerbraten, or Spätzle, a short weekend outing to this restaurant in Paola is worth the short drive. Paola is about an hour SE of Lawrence, or 30 minutes south of Olathe.