We are German-Americans located in Illinois who enjoy celebrating the German culture. We are very proud of our heritage, music, folk dances and good German food.
In the past we have assisted and helped many who were not so fortunate and suffered terribly. We are grateful people and thankful to be living in this blessed country.
Come join us in fellowship for the common good and for the support of our communities. Visit us at any of our festivities found on this website and enjoy real German "Gemuetlichkeit".
In the past we have assisted and helped many who were not so fortunate and suffered terribly. We are grateful people and thankful to be living in this blessed country.
Come join us in fellowship for the common good and for the support of our communities. Visit us at any of our festivities found on this website and enjoy real German "Gemuetlichkeit".
Welcome to the American Aid Society of German Descendants Website
Many members were off to Detroit, Michigan on Labor Day weekend. The Carpathia Club did an awesome job as hosts and a wonderful time was had by all. It is always great to see all of our schwob friends.
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Even our president had a great time!
A big thank you to everyone that made our Oktoberfest season so successful. We want to thank everyone for coming out and to all the workers for their support! Check out pictures from the last weekend.
Click here to see what you missed on Sept. 19th.
Click here to see what you missed on Sept. 19th.
Some of our kitchen staff stopped to pick peaches on the way home from Detroit on Labor Day weekend. Click here to see some pictures. I hope there will be some homemade peach kuchen at the next fest.
The annual Steuben Parade was held again this year in the city. Many of our members participated. Click here to see some pictures.
Our Jugendgruppe was asked to dance at a Chicago White Sox Game last week. The White Sox were having Oktoberfest night and asked the Jugend to dance before the game and on the dugout at the top of the 7th inning. Click here for pictures.
Our annual Kirchweihfest was held this past weekend. All the kids and Jugend had a great time. We want to thank all of the out of town Jugend for making the trip and participating with us.
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Once again Schlachtfest was sold out and the food was amazing! Kudos to all the cooks who made all the homemade food. Click here for pictures.
Happy New Year!
The American Aid Society has many events throughout the year. Click here to see what is happening this year. We look forward to seeing you!
