Did you know that Munich is the capital of Bavaria and Germany’s third-largest city, famous for Oktoberfest, elegant architecture, world-class museums, and a strong economy? With its mix of tradition and innovation, it is one of the country’s most vibrant urban centres.

🎓 We’re proud to announce the 2026 German Language Award! Two $500 awards are available for high school students in Saskatchewan who are completing German 20 or German 30. 🇩🇪✨ 📅 Application deadline: June 7, 2026 🔗 Apply here: bit.ly/4tjea00

🚗🌾 Looking for your next Saskatchewan road trip? Discover German-inspired places across Saskatchewan. ✨ Plan your trip here 👉 bit.ly/4ffs3Jf

SAVE THE DATE! 🎉 Join us for Family Fun Day at Saskatoon Kinsmen Park as we celebrate Multiculturalism Day! 📅 Sunday, June 28th ⏰ 2:00 to 4:30 pm 📍 Saskatoon Kinsmen Park Fun, free entertainment for the whole family, everyone welcome!

Our member group, the Regina & District Chapter of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, invites you to: Germans from Russia Immigration from the United States Midwest to the Canadian Prairies 📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026 ⏰ at 7:00 pm 🚪 Doors open at 6:30 pm

The word Kindergarten comes from German and literally means “children’s garden.” 🌱 It was first used in 1840 by German educator Friedrich Fröbel, who believed that children should learn and grow naturally, just like plants in a garden. Today, the word is used in many languages around the world.✨

👉 Celebrate Those Who Give Their Time Support the SGC Special Volunteer Awards at Treffpunkt 2026 – June 13, Saskatoon Your contribution helps: ✔ Support local programming ✔ Celebrate volunteers with awards ✔ Keep events accessible and inclusive 👉 bit.ly/48u0Blv

🍳 A few spots available for the Cooking Class! Join our member group Kochlöffel & Nudelholz on Monday, May 25, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Massey Place Community Church in Saskatoon More information here: bit.ly/4tOpt0i

📅 Join us June 13 in Saskatoon for Treffpunkt! Enjoy culture, community, and connection, starting with Lunch & Volunteer Awards, followed by your choice of one engaging workshop or a special museum tour. We look forward to seeing you there! 😊

🎉 CVAF is one of Regina’s largest festivals, running for a full week from May 18 to 23! Come visit us and say hello! 😊 📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026 📍Cameron Street 🎪 Booth #4015 👉 bit.ly/4umFgoj

Join the Saskatchewan German Council and be part of a welcoming community that celebrates German culture, traditions, language, food, and heritage in Saskatchewan. ❤️ No German heritage needed, just curiosity! 😊 Become a member: 👉 bit.ly/3C8RAlQ

Last weekend, our member group, the Melville & District German Heritage Club, hosted their “A Choral Celebration of Spring” event in Melville. 🌷🎶 We were proud to support this successful event and celebrate German culture, music, and community together. 🇩🇪🤝✨

Did you know that Liebenthal, SK was founded by German-Russian Catholic immigrants from Liebenthal in Kansas, USA? The name itself is of German origin, derived from "Liebe" (meaning "love") and "Thal" (meaning "valley"), translating to "Love Valley" or "Beloved Valley".

We have a new Immigration Story in our collection, featuring Inken Kessel and Arne Schmidt. Follow this link to discover their journey from Northern Germany to Saskatchewan: bit.ly/4uHhiDY

Do you want to learn German, or rediscover the German language? Saskatchewan is home to two German language schools, Das Schulhaus in Regina and the German Language School in Saskatoon. German language classes are a great way to explore culture, community, and connection.

📚🍽️ Interested in cooking? Did you know we have cookbooks for sale? Explore culture through food with two wonderful recipe collections: 🥘 Culture in the Kitchen 🍰 A Collection of Austrian, German and Swiss Recipes 📩 Contact us to get your copy: [email protected] 👉 bit.ly/4mJsoUq

🌸🎶 Join our member group, the Melville & District German Heritage Club for A Choral Celebration of Spring with the Volksliederchor Harmonie of Regina! 📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026 ⏰ 2:30 PM 📍 Cumberland Villas in Melville

We’re proud to announce the 2026 German Language Award, featuring two $500 awards for high school students completing German 20 or German 30 in Saskatchewan. 📅 Application deadline: June 7, 2026 🔗 bit.ly/4tjea00

🌐 Need a document translated? German-English translation services, with notarization available if needed. Contact the Saskatchewan German Council for a personalized quote: 📧 [email protected] 🌐 saskgermancouncil.org

🌸 Save the date, Maifest 2026 is coming🌸 Join the Concordia Junior Alpenrose Dancers for a Come & Go Afternoon and help welcome spring, German style! 🌷 📅 Sunday, May 3, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 📍 Western Development Museum, Saskatoon 🎟️ Free admission

🌳Curious about your German family roots? ✨ Join the Mount Olive Lutheran Church for “Finding Your German Family’s Roots”, a presentation by Merv Weiss. Learn and discover more about your family history. 📚🔎 📅 Date: May 2nd 🕑 Time: 2:00 pm 👉 bit.ly/41S3IRG

Join the Volksliederchor Harmonie for their Spring Concert and enjoy an afternoon of beautiful German songs, followed by coffee and dainties ☕🍰 📅 Sunday, May 3, 2026 🕝 2:30 p.m. 📍 German Club Regina, 1727 St. John Street

The English language has embraced so many German words, such as Wanderlust, Kindergarten, and Zeitgeist. ✨ Wanderlust describes a strong longing to travel, discover new places, and explore the world. Do you know any other German words like that? 👉Share them in the comments.

Looking for something hearty and delicious? 😋🥓 Try our Bacon-Wrapped Meatballs, or Speckpflanzerl, a tasty recipe that is sure to be a hit at the table! ✨ Find the recipe here: bit.ly/41ytN8l

Did you know that Zehner, SK was originally known as Arat? A post office established there in 1901, and the community’s name was changed to Zehner in 1914. It is possible that Zehner came from a German surname, especially since this area was shaped by German settlement history.

Did you know that Stuttgart is the capital and largest city of Baden-Württemberg, beautifully set among hills, vineyards, and the Neckar River? Known for its strong economy, automotive history, and cultural scene, it remains one of Germany’s most important cities. Population: about 605,663.

🌟 We’re hiring! 🌟 We are looking for a Cultural Development Assistant for an 8-week Canada Summer Job position in our office in Saskatoon. More information: bit.ly/3OqrIbs 📩 Apply now or share with someone who might be interested!

Need a document translated? 📄✨ We offer document translations from English to German and from German to English. If required, we can also notarize the translation. ✅

Last week, we sent out our April e-update with the latest news, updates, and information. 📩✨ If you missed it, you can catch up here: conta.cc/4m5uShq #GermanTradition #community #events #saskatchewan

Did you know that one of our publications is the “German Cultural Traditions Series”? 📚✨ This series of four books, with photos and text in English and German, is a great way to discover German traditions. 🐣🎄🎭 👉 Discover our publications bit.ly/4bSuKfx

April Fools’ Day, celebrated on April 1, has been around for centuries, likely since the 1500s. It is a day for harmless jokes, pranks, and laughter, as long as the fun stays kind. 😄🎭😂 What is the funniest April Fools’ prank you have ever seen or pulled? 🤭🎉

Looking for a fun Easter craft activity with your kids? 🐣🦆 This video on our YouTube channel shows how to make an Easter chick and a floating duck. It is a creative and playful activity, especially for younger children and families. 👉 bit.ly/3PZ0MQo

Join our member group Kochlöffel & Nudelholz on April 13, 2026 for their cooking class. Enjoy an evening of German-inspired cooking, good food, and great company. 🍽️🇩🇪 👉More information: bit.ly/487P7oC #GermanCuisine #cookingclass #saskatoon

From the global success of the Scorpions and “Wind of Change” to today’s electronic music and Deutschrap, there is so much to discover. Take a look at these eight fascinating facts about music in Germany. 👉 bit.ly/4t96iOZ

April 5 is Easter Sunday, and Easter in Germany is full of tradition, crafts, and delicious food. 🌷🐣 Homes are decorated with colourful eggs, spring flowers, and an Osterstrauß. Children paint eggs, and families enjoy treats like sweet bread and lamb-shaped cake. ✨🥚🍰

Check out our YouTube channel.📺 From German culture and traditions to language, recipes, community events, and special highlights, our channel is a great way to stay connected and learn more. 👉 Visit bit.ly/47T8npK and subscribe.

Here is the recipe package from our recent "Culture in the Kitchen - Kids"-event, where we made Dampfnudeln, German steamed dumplings with vanilla sauce. 🇩🇪🥟🍮 bit.ly/4lQ9yMN We hope you have lots of fun preparing this delicious German treat at home. Enjoy, and guten Appetit! 😊✨

🌍 We translate texts & documents from English to German and from German to English. 📄 For example, we can help with letters, driver’s licences, certificates of conduct, diplomas, and more. 👉 We are here to help. Ask for your personalized quote today. 📧 Contact us at: [email protected]

Thank you to everyone who joined our "Culture in the Kitchen - Kids" event last Saturday in Saskatoon, where we made Dampfnudeln, delicious German steamed dumplings with vanilla sauce. A big thank you to SaskMilk for supporting this event 🥛💙

🇩🇪✨ What is life like for young people in Germany today? From studies and jobs to everyday life, these facts offer a glimpse into Germany’s young generation. 👀📚 bit.ly/40ixtdF

Only 4 spots left for our Culture in the Kitchen, Kids Edition 👩‍🍳🧑‍🍳 If your child enjoys cooking, this is a wonderful chance to learn something new. 😊✨ ➡️ Infos & registration: bit.ly/4rWtn6D A big thank you to SaskMilk for supporting this event 🥛💙

📍 There are many communities in Saskatchewan that have German names, or names of German origin, for example Lemberg, and we will look at where these names come from. 💬 Do you know a Saskatchewan place name with German roots that we should feature?

🎉 Our latest e-update is here, packed with exciting events, cultural programs, delicious recipes, and more from the German Canadian community. 👉 conta.cc/4scu1Nz Don’t miss out, sign up here: bit.ly/4r1ejE9 ✨