Coming Events 2026

Sat 2nd May German Heritage Seminar - Moving On: Mapping German settlement trails
This will examine the spread of German settlement in SA in the 19th century. At Langmeil Lutheran Church, Tanunda (9.30 am - 4.30 pm). Cost: $50 (includes lunches). Part of the SA History Festival. To register, contact Chris Leske (0428 337 132, ejleske@internode.on.net)

Sun 24th May, 2 pm Talk: The Laucke family - an Australian success story
Friedrich Laucke came from the Wendish area of Germany to SA in 1895 and soon got involved in the flour milling industry. Expansion by later generations made the Laucke product a respected name in Australia. His son Condor also made a great contribution to parliament and government. Mark Laucke and his sister, Janet O'Brien, tell their family's story. This is our SA History Festival presentation. At the Glynde Lutheran Homes hall (22 Avenue Rd, Glynde). All welcome.

Sun 21st June, 2 pm Talk: Recent Visit to Lusatia
Lorraine Kempf went on the Easter trip to Germany last year and we heard about it at last year's meeting. She will tell us some more about it and show some more pictures. At the Glynde Lutheran Homes hall (22 Avenue Rd, Glynde). All welcome.

Sun 9th August, 2 pm Annual General Meeting
Followed by an illustrated talk by Leona Coleman about the new book, Sorbian Monuments (see last newsletter). At the Glynde Lutheran Homes hall (22 Avenue Rd, Glynde). All welcome.

Sun 18th October Peters Hill day
The Friends of Peters Hill Church have their annual get together and AGM. Lunch at 12 noon, church service at 1.30 pm, Annual General Meeting at 2.30 pm. For more information, contact the Secretary, Chris Fisher (mobile 0417 837 709)

Sat 10th May: German Heritage Seminar.

Wed 14th May, Talk: Wend/Sorb Traditional Costumes.

Sun 6th July, Talk: Recent Visits to Lusatia.

Sun 10th August: Annual General Meeting

Sat 18th October - Trip to Light Pass.

Sun 19th October: Peters Hill day.