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GASA hosts Maifest at Old World HB

April 2, 2023 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

Come join a German May tradition: “The Maifest”

GASA and the German American League invite you to celebrate this tradition at Old World in Huntington Beach in SoCal on May 7th from 12pm – 5pm.

This celebration generally sees a variety of customs in Germany, from a Maypole decorated so that it shows the particular crafts and history of a region, to a traditional Maypole Dance, or even having the Maypole (Maibaum) stolen by the neighboring villages in an elaborate, sneaky manner. You can read more about this practice in this article from the Schliersee, a town in Southern Bavaria.

You won’t have to worry about any Maypole thefts here in SoCal, but can just enjoy the authentic German fair. Come listen to live music by the German American Brass Band, watch the traditional crowning of the May Queen and Princess, observe Mayfolk dances and have your children work on crafts, and much more.

Details:

What: Maifest/Kinderfest hosted by GASA (German American School Association) and German American League

When: May 7th from 12pm tp 5pm

Where: Old World Huntington Beach, 7561 Center Ave. , Huntington Beach, CA

Images: ©CaliforniaGermans

Filed Under: Attractions & Events, Culture, News Tagged With: CaliforniaGermans, German Traditions, Germans in California, Kinderfest, Maifest, Maypole, Southern California

Salzburger Nockerl on my Mind – A delicious Austrian Dessert

March 19, 2023 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

Snow dusted California mountain skyline brings back memories of a favorite dish – Salzburger Nockerl

Recent historic winter storms in California brought record snowfall making Southern California mountains, visible from the beach cities, look like luscious ski resorts. Unfortunately what looked so beautiful from the distance of the beaches turned also into a difficult situation for mountain communities that found themselves completely snowed in and cut off.

However, focusing on the picturesque beauty of the white mountains against the impeccable blue Southern California sky, I couldn’t help but be reminded of home and the magnificent alpine scenery that is often visible from Munich or when traveling to Salzburg (Austria.)

Salzburger Nockerl – A heavenly dessert

Salzburger Nockerl

This brings me to one of the famous desserts of Austrian cuisine, Salzburger Nockerl. Have you ever had them? They are the most delicious, fluffy treat of a light and airy dessert I can think of. It’s like tasting a sweet, delicate cloud of air that melts on our tongue. 

It’s not an easy dessert to make in my eyes. Despite the main ingredient being eggs, you should not detect even the slightest taste of egg in this dessert ever! I had many encounters with Salzburger Nockerl throughout my childhood that left me quite unimpressed until I found the absolute perfect version of it at the St. Peter Stiftskulinarium in Salzburg a couple of years ago.

If you want your first impression of the Salzburger Nockerl to be a good one, trust me, this restaurant in the middle of Salzburg is the place to make friends with this heavenly dessert.

You’ll find many places, especially in Salzburg, that will offer the city’s famous dish, but not many have mastered it to perfection like the St. Peter Stiftskulinarium. By the way, aside from the Salzburger Nockerl, this restaurant is a must for all gourmets out there. It offers a culinary adventure throughout.

Salzburger Nockerl inspired by the snowy mountain peaks around Salzburg

Before I share some links to a couple of recipes, here is a bit of background on the famous Austrian dessert.

Salzburger Nockerl has a long history and cultural significance in the country, and its unique flavors and textures are closely connected to the snowy landscape and mountains of Salzburg in the winter.

The origins of Salzburger Nockerl, a popular Austrian dessert, are steeped in history and culture. According to legend, the dish was invented by Salome Alt (1568–1633), the concubine of Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich Raitenau in the early 17th century (Wikipedia). Since then, the recipe has been passed down within families and has become a staple dessert in the Salzburg region of Austria. 

The dish is made from a number of ingredients, including eggs, sugar, and vanilla, that are combined to form a light and fluffy soufflé. Traditionally Salzburger Nockerl are served in the shape of three mounds dusted with white powdered sugar that should represent the three snow-capped mountain peaks of the Rainberg, Kapuzinerberg, and Gaisberg mountains that overlook Salzburg.

The traditional recipe also calls for the Salzburger Nockerl to be served with a sweet raspberry sauce, which is symbolic of the sweet and sour experiences of life. In this way, Salzburger Nockerl is more than just a dessert – it is a reflection of the history and culture of Salzburg.

The popularity of Salzburger Nockerl has grown significantly over the years, and today, it is one of the most beloved Austrian desserts. Its origins, however, remain rooted in the Salzburg region. As such, it is a unique and traditional part of the region’s culinary culture and stands as a testament to the region’s rich food history.

Recipe Suggestions for Salzburger Nockerl

I have to admit I have never dared to make Salzburger Nockerl myself, but if you want to give it a try here are a couple of links to explore:

You can find some extensive recipe instructions on tasteatlas.com or check out the recipe, written in German by Claudia Baruanstein, at geschmeidigekoestlichkeiten.at   You need to scroll down for the recipe, but the picture of the Salzburger Nockerl at the beginning of her article looks pretty promising. 

As you can see from the image of the most perfect Salzburger Nockerl below and which I have to order at the St. Peter’s Stiftkulinarium every time I visit Salzburg, the Nockerl are just lightly browned on top. The top should not have a dense ‘crust’, instead a spoon should just easily glide into the fluffy meringue-like creation. 

Have fun exploring! Let me know in the comments if you have tried a good recipe to share.

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Images: ©California Germans & ©St.Peter’s Stift

Filed Under: Life in California, News Tagged With: Austria, delicious dessert, Tradition

4 Oscars for German film “Im Westen nichts Neues”

March 17, 2023 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

Germans were celebrating on the night of the Oscars.  “All Quiet on the Western Front” directed by Edward Berger won four Oscars for Best International Film at the 95th Academy Awards ceremony! A historic win as explained in this report by the ‘Tagesschau’.

In addition to being recognized as Best International Feature, the film was acknowledged for Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, and Best Production Design.  

Proud of their Villa Aurora Alumnus is also Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House who congratulate Edward Berger on this amazing success. “We are immensely proud to have had the privilege of hosting Edward as a Villa Aurora Fellow and celebrate the impact of residency programs for the creative process.”

Villa Aurora was honored to celebrate the nine nominations for “All Quiet On the Western Front” past Saturday in the presence of German Minister for Culture and the Media Claudia Roth MdB. Director Edward Berger, together with Nele Müller-Stöfen, was filmmaker-in-residence at Villa Aurora in 2015, a time which he describes as formative in his development and career as a filmmaker.  

Villa Aurora, now a highly renowned interdisciplinary artist residence, was the exile home of writer Lion Feuchtwanger and his wife and collaborator Marta, as well as a center for German and European exiles in Los Angeles. Among the friends and guests of the Feuchtwangers was Erich Maria Remarque, author of the novel “All Quiet On The Western Front.” 

Based on the 1929 novel, the anti-war film “is set during World War I and follows the life of a young German soldier who enlists in the army with his friends. But the realities of war shatter his hopes of becoming a hero and he focuses on his own survival.” (read an interview on abc13)

Congratulations Edward Berger & team!

Filed Under: Art & Cinematographie, Life in California, News Tagged With: California, german film, OSCARS, Villa Aurora

German Immersion Summer Camp for Kids is Back!

January 24, 2023 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

GASA Summer Camp June 2023 - CaliforniaGermans

Plan for the Summer. It’s Camp Time!

It’s only January, but guess what? It’s never too early to plan for some fun summer activities for your children, especially if we are talking about the German Immersion Summer Camp offered by GASA, the German American School Association of Southern California.

The pandemic had put a sudden stop to this beloved yearly tradition. But it is back!

GASA’s German Immersion Summer Camp for kids
from June 18th – June 24th, 2023.

During seven days and six nights, kids will learn about German history and reenact the “Battle of the Teutoburg Forest”. They can partake in a planned special Hye Katch Do, an art of self-defense class, and learn many useful skills before having fun with zip lining, archery, a soccer clinic, and playing other team sports. Group activities will also include nature hikes, dancing, singing, crafting, and so much more.

Needless to say, there is something for everyone before relaxing and hanging out at the campfire at night.

Best of all is that you don’t need to send your children to Germany to be immersed in speaking German. All activities at the camp are held in German.

Camp Application is now open. Register today!

COST: 7 days and 6 nights at Camp AREV in Frazier Park, CA for $975.00. Each additional child within the same
family is $925.00.

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Image: courtesy of GASA

Filed Under: Education, Life in California, News Tagged With: California, Camps for kids in California, German Immersion summer camps, German language, summer camps

Season’s Greetings

December 25, 2022 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

We wish all our friends, supporters, and followers a Happy Holiday Season!

May these days be filled with moments of peace and joy and laughter. We are excited to see you back in the new year.

Thank you for being part of our CaliforniaGermans community!

Have a fabulous start into 2023!

Happy Holidays – Frohe Weihnachten & Happy New Year – Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!

CaliforniaGermans

Filed Under: Life in California, News Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas and holiday season, German Traditions, Happy New Year, Holidays

German Christmas Carol Service in SoCal

December 3, 2022 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

Christmas Carol Service 2022

It’s become a California holiday tradition

Christmas Carol Service at St. Luke’s Lutheran

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in La Mesa is holding a
German Christmas Carol Service on Sunday, 18 December 2022 at 7:00 pm. 
All are invited.

Address:

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church
5150 Wilson Street
La Mesa, CA 92942
www.st-lukes-la-mesa.org

Here is how to get there: Map

Weihnachtsmesse am 18. Dezember um 18:00 Uhr

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in La Mesa hält am 18. Dezember 2022
(Sonntag) um 19.00 Uhr wieder einen deutschsprachigen
Weihnachtsgottesdienst. Wie in vorigen Jahren besteht die
Gottesdienstordnung hauptsächlich aus Lesungen und Liedern, die die
Weihnachtsgeschichte erzählen.  Nach dem Gottesdienst gibt es kleine
Erfrischungen.

Sie und Ihre Familie, Freunde, Gemeinde- und Vereinsmitglieder,
Studenten/innen, und Schüler/innen, usw. sind herzlich eingeladen.

Die Adresse der Kirche ist:

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church
5150 Wilson Street
La Mesa, CA 92942
www.st-lukes-la-mesa.org

Einen Fahrplan zur Kirche findet man per diesen Link:

http://www.st-lukes-la-mesa.org/maps.php

Filed Under: German Traditions in CA, Life in California, News Tagged With: California, CaliforniaGermans, Christmas, Christmas and holiday season, Christmas carols, German Christmas Carol Service in California, Germans in California, Holiday events, holiday season, Weihnachten

Are you a German teacher? A High School in SoCal needs YOU.

November 11, 2022 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

Crescenta Valley High School is one of a few high schools in Southern California still offering courses in German. If you know someone or if you are a German teacher, please read the post below.

Glendale Unified School District is looking for a German teacher, who can teach two periods of higher-level German at Crescenta Valley High School.

Glendale Unified offers dual immersion programs in seven languages; six magnet schools focused on technology, world languages, and visual and performing arts; innovative opportunities for dual college enrollment; and a wide variety of Career and Technical Education pathways beginning in middle school. “In Glendale Unified schools we are excelling together to prepare our youth with endless pathways for success!” Learn more at http://www.gusd.net.

The position requires the following credentials:

Applicants must hold a valid California Teaching Credential authorizing service in German. English Learner Authorization: Applicants must also hold a valid English Learner Authorization such as a CLAD, ELA1, ELAM, ELAS, ELAE, or similar authorization for designated English Language Development instruction or integrated instruction to English Learners. Glendale Unified is seeking dynamic educators who exhibit: • Effective skills in working with English Learner (EL) students • Strong pedagogical skills • Breadth of experience in educational technology • Instruction with a 21st Century perspective.

Find the original posting here.

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Filed Under: Education, German Schools In California, News Tagged With: German language, German teacher, Southern California, teaching German

German Universities – Apply Now for Fall 2022!

June 14, 2022 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

Wait! What? German public universities are accepting applications for fall 2022 now?

Yes, unlike US colleges and universities that have finished their admissions cycle for the upcoming year already by May, most German universities haven’t even started yet by that time. They are just about getting ready to open their application portals at the end of May or the beginning of June for students starting their degrees in the upcoming fall. The application deadline is usually July 15th. This means that you can register and apply to your favorite German university right now! Depending on if you choose a locally restricted major you will have to use Hochschulstart.de on top of the particular university’s application platform.

Hochschulstart.de helps many universities in Germany with the organization of the selection process for students who applied to locally restricted study programs. But, not every university uses Hochschulstart, so check each university’s website carefully or connect with its admissions office.

Uni-assist is another application platform that some German universities work with. Uni-assist is often the go-to platform for international students applying to German universities, but some universities make German students use it, too, if they have received their secondary leaving diploma and their Bachelor’s from schools outside of Germany.

Are you interested in finding out more about what makes Germany the ideal destination to get your undergraduate degree? Want to learn how to apply to a German university? Were you wondering what German students with a US high school diploma need to be aware of before they can apply?

Join Global College Advisers for an introductory webinar “Study in Germany – The Basics” this Thursday June 16th at 11am.

Register for the webinar here.

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Article Contribution – Global College Advisers, LLC

Global College Advisers, LLC is an educational consulting firm that helps students to get into college in the USA and abroad. Global College Advisers (GCA) offers full college application support, including college research, college list building, application strategy, essay/personal statement support, and more. Find out more about how GCA can help you with the College Application process in the United States or abroad at http://www.globalcollegeadvisers.com

Filed Under: Education, News Tagged With: College in Germany, German universities, study in Germany

April 18, 2022 by Cornelia

Team Germany needs Players for World Baseball Classic 2022

German Team World Baseball Classic on California Germans

The German Baseball Federation is looking for Baseball players with German heritage/ancestry for the upcoming World Baseball Classic Qualifier in 2022.

The requirement for participation for Team Germany in this tournament is:

  • You have a valid German Citizenship/German passport
  • You are eligible to get a German Passport
  • You are born in Germany
  • One or both of your parents are born in Germany
  • You are a legal resident in Germany
  • Your parent/s has/have German Citizenship

Please contact Steve Janssen, Manager German National Baseball team, if you have any questions or for further information at coachsteve10[AT]gmail.com

https://californiagermans.com/team-germany-needs-players-for-world-baseball-classic/

Filed Under: Life in California, News

Sprichst Du Deutsch? Why not? – UNESCO International Mother Language Day

February 21, 2022 by Cornelia Leave a Comment

UNESCO believes in the importance of cultural and linguistic diversity for sustainable societies and declared February 21st to be International Mother Language Day . Since 2000, International Mother Langauge Day has been observed annually worldwide with the intention to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and to promote multilingualism.

German Language Schools in the United States celebrate this day with the campaign “Sprichst Du Deutsch? Why Not?” encouraging students to learn more about their heritage by studying German and inspiring others to get to know more about Germany and its culture by means of its language.

By scanning the QR-codes in the picture below you can learn more about German Language Schools in the USA and about the motivation of students wanting to learn the German language.

To get a head start finding some options to learn German in California connect with GASA, the German-American School Association of Southern California.

Image: @GLSC-German Language School Conference

Filed Under: German Schools In California, News Tagged With: GASA German American School Association, German language, German schools, German Schools in California, International Mother Language Day

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