50th Anniversary

There aren’t many civic associations that can boast as many accomplishments as ours, or can cherish the fact that they have been doing it for five decades.  The German Village Society stands out as a remarkable example of what a group of neighbors can do when they are determined to make the very best of their surroundings.  So, throughout 2010, we will celebrate fifty years of working on behalf of residents, of promoting the restoration of our historic architecture, and of fostering a sense of community like no other in Columbus.

To commemorate the German Village Society’s 50th anniversary year, we have  a gala, exhibits, forums, tours and events in the works. The 50th Anniversary Committee has been charged with planning a year-long series of events to celebrate the fact that the German Village Society has now been in existence for 50 years.

GET INVOLVED!

CONTACT 50th Anniversary Committee Chair: Sarah Irvin Clark – sarah@irvinpr.com
Following are events that are in planned through May:

Jan. 10 — 17: “It is by Sharing our Roots that they Become Stronger” exhibit in Brent Warner Fest Hall; a museum-quality exhibition that features vintage photographs, artifacts and other never-before-seen pieces of our history.
Feb. 27: German Village @ 50: Taste of the Good Life at Haaf Hall at Grange Insurance; A celebration of the German Village Society’s 50th Anniversary will feature cocktails and food stations by the signature restaurants of German Village, including Bakery Gingham, Barcelona Restauarnt & Bar, G. Michael’s Bistro & Bar, Hey Hey Bar & Grill, Katzinger’s Delicatessan, Kroger @ Brewer’s Yard, Lindey’s, Max & Erma’s, Pistacia Vera, Schmidt’s Restaurant und Sausage Haus
 

March 26: In March, the German Village Art League is hosting “Visions of the Village,” an exclusive art exhibition.  Enjoy the works of our neighborhood’s celebrated artists, as they offer their interpretations of our famous neighborhood.  You may even have the opportunity to purchase a painting for your home.

May 8: Mother May I? In just a few short years, the German Village Business Community has created one of our neighborhood’s premier annual events, drawing visitors (and shoppers!) from all over Central Ohio.  This year, participating businesses will feature a special, 50th Anniversary tie-in.  Plan to attend, and to support our shops and restaurants

May 8: the German Village Garten Club hosts a day-long sale of plants, flowers and just about anything else you might want for your garden.  The 2010 garden sale will feature a special, 50th Anniversary flower.  What will it be?  Just wait and see!

May 8 & May 9: Our favorite choral group will present “German Village:  The Musical.”  Join the Village Singers as they present a unique, musical interpretation of our storied past.