by Samantha Turner | Oct 31, 2024
Please join us on Friday, October 25 from 7-9 PM for an evening with the curator and artists at the closing reception of our exhibition “Power Frauen: German Women Who Dared to Dream.”
This exhibition features profiles on German, Austrian, and German American women who left their mark on the world. Paired with original artwork created by local women artists, this exhibit tells the stories of these amazing “Power Frauen.”
“Power Frauen: German Women Who Dared to Dream” will be on display from August 9 – September 20 in the DANK Treffpunkt. Thank you to the artists: Vero Rose Smith, Victoria Pater, Elaine Luther, Sara Roberts, Sunny Gandy, Danielle Anson, Cam Best, Erin McNamara, Deniana Clemente, Marvi Sayon, Jill Liebhaber, Carolyn Boudreau, Bethany Cordero, Adeline Sides, B. Quinn, and Karina Wang.
by Samantha Turner | Oct 31, 2024
We are excited to present an incredibly unique event with Friedrich Rau, singer and songwriter from Leipzig, Germany. Together with his team — Tim Ludwig (guitar and songwriting) and Sebastian Stahl (drums and sampling) — he will not only perform an unforgettable concert but also offer an exciting workshop.
Part 1: Workshop
In the workshop, Friedrich and his band will work with participants on a special song that they have written specifically for this tour. The goal is for participants to actively participate in the concert following the workshop. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn, practice, and ultimately perform with the artists!
With Friedrich Rau, participants will rehearse the chorus of the song written especially for the tour and work on refining their German pronunciation. Friedrich will share his experience as a singer and musical performer, providing participants with valuable tips and tricks to improve their vocal skills. If time allows, Friedrich will also teach the mini-choreography for the song “Mädchen auf dem Trampolin.” (30 min.)
With Tim Ludwig, participants will get a glimpse into the life of a songwriter, receive some beginner tips, and even contribute their own lines to the song. Tim, the creative head of the band, will share his passion for melodies and vivid lyrics, helping participants discover their own songwriting skills. (30 min.)
With Sebastian Stahl, participants get to work with the iOS app Note and desktop application Ableton Live and create their own first beats on the go and gather sounds from their surroundings. The goal is to enrich the Community Tour Song with some beats created by the participants. (30 min.)
Part 2: Concert
Friedrich Rau is known for his unique style of “electric swing” which fuses contemporary pop music with swing tunes often associated with the golden twenties.concert is a fantastic opportunity for German learners and music lovers to experience his and his band’s dynamic and international musical presence and his “electric” interpretation of “swing” music as well as his team’s unique contributions to a three-part, multi-dimensional workshop.
by Samantha Turner | Oct 31, 2024
Join us for a fun and engaging Meetup with Easy German! Whether you are a German Language Learner, a German, or just simply interested in the German language and culture, this event is perfect for you.
Was ist Easy German?
Easy German is a popular language learning platform based in Berlin that creates educational content to help people learn German in an accessible and enjoyable way. They produce videos, podcasts, and other resources that focus on real-life conversations, cultural insights, and everyday language use. Their approach emphasizes practical vocabulary and phrases, making it easier for learners to understand and use German in daily situations.
What to expect?
- Interactive Activities: Engage in language games, conversation practice, and cultural discussions led by the Easy German facilitators.
- Networking: Meet fellow German learners, native speakers, the Easy German team as well as the Dankhaus team in a relaxed and friendly environment.
- No prior knowledge of German is required. Come ready to learn, have fun, and make new friends. We look forward to seeing you there!
by Samantha Turner | Oct 31, 2024
Join us for the opening night of the Cabaret Connexion Concert Festival. Experience KURT WEILL CIRCUS by Anne Fromm (Lyon). Opening with WHAT ARE YOU AFRAID OF? Paulus the Cabarat Geek (London), and a bevy of Parisian chanteuses hosted by Claudia Hommel (Chicago). Meet us in the Brauhaus! Halloween costumes encouraged!
Cats & witches, circus & clowns, songs spun in French, German and English for the Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion. Meet us in the Brauhaus!
Call 773-509-9360 or visit cabaretconnexion.org/rsvp for more
by Samantha Turner | Oct 31, 2024
Join us for a special culinary evening celebrating the launch of Classic German Cooking by acclaimed food writer Luisa Weiss, author of Classic German Baking and My Berlin Kitchen.
On Friday, Nov 1, Luisa Weiss will guide us through a live cooking demonstration, bringing the cozy, comforting flavors of German and Austrian home cooking to life. Afterward, Luisa will be joined by Chicago food writer and blogger Tim Mazurek, creator of Lottie + Doof, for a lively discussion and book launch celebration.
Discover the humble charm of classic German cuisine, renowned for its ability to comfort, nourish, and bring joy to any table. During the cooking demonstration, Luisa will show you how to prepare beloved traditional dishes such as Maultaschen (dumplings with meat and spinach) and Apfelküchle (apple fritters), while sharing personal stories and the rich history behind these timeless recipes.
After the demonstration, Tim Mazurek will join Luisa for an exclusive discussion about her latest cookbook, Classic German Cooking, launched just three days prior to our event. Together, they will talk about the inspiration behind the book, its collection of over 100 essential recipes, and the enduring influence of German and Austrian culinary traditions. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions, engage in the conversation, and take home your own signed copy of the book.