German American Edelweiss Club celebrates 40th anniversary

The German American Edelweiss Club will celebrate its 40th anniversary at noon Feb. 19 at Prichard Chapel at Fort Knox.

The club was formed in 1973 as a way for German American women in the area to socialize and preserve the tradition, language and heritage of Germany.  Promoting good fellowship amongst members through a variety of meetings and social activities and sharing and celebrating German and American customs and cultures.

Member of the executive board are Heidi Baker, president; Renate Gibson, vice president and secretary; and Waltraud Vaughn, treasurer.

Club members play bingo, have white elephant gift exchanges and everyone brings a dish for the noon meal and meeting every third Tuesday at Prichard Chapel.

For information about the club, contact Heidi Baker, 352-0401.