Yes, Jack o'Lantern might be around!

Saturday, October 22nd, 2022

11 am - 3 pm

Members and guests welcome!

You can pick your preferred pumpkins from a big stock, you pay depending on the size, carve and be creative and have fun with your family and friends.

The Buhlmann family will provide warm menus and drinks, you can order on-site this year to make it convenient.  

Please bring your own Jack O’Lantern carving supplies, including:

• Small - medium sized sharp, pointy knife or a special pumpkin carving saw (SASL and the farmers will not be held responsible for any accidents)
• A large spoon, melon baller utensil or scoop for scraping out the pumpkin insides
• A pumpkin stencil pattern, downloaded from the internet, or bring your own design
• Disposable gloves, hand wipes and paper towels
• Sticky tape to secure your stencil paper onto your pumpkin

IMPORTANT: No thumbtack or nails are allowed on the ground - too dangerous for the cows! Please pay attention to this!

Reservations will be complete with the following information:

First and Last names of all attending. 

Sign-up deadline is Saturday 15th October

Please send an email to Yvonne at membership@sasl.swiss

www.kuerbishof.ch - driving directions to the farm

Menu choices you can order during or after carving directly at the farm:

• CHF 6    Fam. Mühlmann’s delicious special recipe Pumpkin soup with homemade bread
• CHF 7    Choice of homemade brown Pork Sausage or white Veal Sausage with bread
• CHF 11    Choice of homemade brown Pork Sausage or white Veal Sausage with French Fries
• CHF 4    French Fries
• CHF 3    Homemade Pumpkin Spice Cake

** bring cash to pay for your food, drinks and pumpkins at the event

SASL 60th Birthday Party

Saturday, October 29, 2022

5:30 pm till midnight

Schloss Meggenhorn - Meggen

Come celebrate the Swiss American Society Lucerne Diamond Anniversary

Cocktail attire

4 Course Meal, Drinks & Live Music

RVSP to Ruby Kursfeld no later than October 10th, to email events@sasl.ch

Diamond Sponsor - Corporate Member: Kaufmann Rüedi Rechtsanwälte AG

Join SASL Members and Friends Thanksgiving Dinner 2022

Sunday, November 20th  - from 5pm till 8:30pm

The Rössli will welcome us to enjoy a Thanksgiving menu with a touch of Christmas spirit, in a cozy private setting allowing for social distancing with a private dining experience.

The following meal will be served (buffet-style not possible):

Salad

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Roasted turkey

All the trimmings

soft drinks / water / coffee and tea

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Please bring a typical American dessert to share - as is our tradition 

Fees include water, coffee & tea:

• Adult Members:                              CHF tbc
• Adult Guests:                                   CHF tbc
• Members & Guests age 9-16:       CHF tbc
• Children8 and under:                    CHF tbc

Registration deadline: Sutarday, November 1st by 6pm

Register by purchasing your ticket below.

For questions email: events@sasl.swiss or contact Ruby.

Santa Claus is coming to town! - tba

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SASL Christmas Apéro - Holiday Cheer

Sunday, December 18, 2022 from 17:00 - 19:00

at Winter Wonderland KKL Luzern

“Tis the Season to be Jolly"

 Join us for a Holiday Apéro, a special gathering for members and friends.

KKL Weihnachtszauber Luzern - up on the roof, overlooking the beautiful festive ice-skating rink and Lucerne

Price includes a Glühwein, Prosecco or what your heart desires and Apéro:

• Members           CHF  24.00
• Guests                CHF  30.00

Entrance: look for the stairs on the right side of the entrance of the KKL - following Winterzauber, up to the roof.

Enjoy a joyful evening with friends - Registration deadline December 15th - by signing up here, sending an email to newsletter@sasl.swiss, or contact Connie on 078 696 01 11

Payment by TWINT to 078 696 01 11 - mention your name and number of people please

SASL Classic Movie Night at Luke's home cinema

Next date to be announced!

Home Cinema Bragg, Seeburgstrasse 45 (near Hotel Seeburg)

The SASL Classic Movie Night returns MOVIE TO BE ANNOUNCED.

Attandance will be capped at 15 people so please register soon.

Contact: Luke Bragg  lucasbragg@gmail.com 

Join us for SASL's traditional Swiss winter dinner in a warm chalet setting

Friday February 3, 2023 - from 18:30 - tbc

Titlis Hütte, Hotel Seeburg, Luzern

Enjoying Raclette is not only about anxiously waiting for your cheese to melt to enjoy a delicious dinner, it's mainly about spending time together chatting and sharing stories while keeping warm near the fireplace during a cold winter night! The Titlis Hütte will host us for this cozy evening, and due to the current covid situation, fondue will not be offered.

Fees:

• Adult Members: CHF 45.00
• Adult Guests:      CHF 55.00

Dinner price includes a glass of wine for a New Year cheer, Raclette, and different side dishes. Price does not include the option of a salad, soup, or dessert.  Drinks are ordered and paid separately.

Registration Deadline by January 28, 2022 (limited space) 

Please register here to purchase your tickets. Payment by E-banking is required in advance to secure your space.

For questions, contact newsletter@sasl.swiss

SASL 2023 Curling Event

Sunday tbd

Curling Küssnacht am Rigi , Ebnetweg 3, Küssnacht

Come join for a fun afternoon of Curling (adults only). Experienced and beginners welcome, if you've never tried it, this is your opportunity to take part in a unique experience of this challenging sport!

The rink is reserved for SASL with private lanes and instructors who will lead us step by step with an introduction to the sport, safety and basic techniques, making us qualified enough to compete in teams. It may be an introduction to your future sport talent!

Fees:

• Adult Members:              CHF   50.00
• Adult Guests:                  CHF   60.00

Pay cash at door, no show policy applies.

Bring your own drinks, restaurant is closed on Sunday.

Price includes:

• Rental of Curling facilities and equipment, including shoes
• Private lanes and qualified Curling instructors

Optional - at your own costs:

After our Curling workout, you are invited to join for a well-deserved group dinner, more information will be provided to those who register.

Register by latest February 27, 2022. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Ruby at email events@sasl.swiss or call 079 292 59 75

SWISS AMERICAN SOCIETY LUCERNE - ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2022 

Members only event

Sunday tbd

Pfistern Zunfthausrestaurant, Luzern

It's that time of year and once again we can meet for SASL's Annual General Assembly, please show your support and join us for this annual meeting followed by lunch at this landmark location in Luzern!  The Pfistern was founded in 1408 and was the meeting place where politics and social life took place. It is conveniently located next to the Rathaus Stadt Luzern.

The General Assembly will start at 12:00 followed by a delicious Lunch

Fees:

Adults     - CHF 45.00

Children - CHF 20.00 

Price Includes a 2 course meal and non-alcoholic beverages (meal options will be communicated separately to registered participants) 

RSVP by latest Sunday April 24th by purchasing your tickets and making your payment by bank transfer.  For questions please contact us at events@sasl.swiss or call Ruby 079 292 59 75.

The Voting Agenda and the Order of Business will be sent by email for downloading.  Please note that the minutes from the 2019 GA can be found on the SASL website in the Members Only section.

We look forward to seeing you at Pfistern Zunfthausrestaurant for an enjoyable afternoon.

SASL July 4th Picnic

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SASL Members and Friends are invited to the 4th of July celebration by the "Sempachersee"!  Enjoy some burgers with the atmosphere of a beach resort as we celebrate the 4th of July at the "Caribbean Village"!  Come for a fun afternoon of mingling, eating, swimming & water sports .  Add to the spirit and wear RED, WHITE AND BLUE (optional) don’t forget your sunscreen, sunglasses and beach towel!

The Nottwil swim area is walking distance and free of charge for those wishing to continue their day on the beach! Paddle board and other water sport rentals available.

The "Caribbean Village" will offer freshly grilled hamburgers with a selection of salads. Drinks available for purchase.  As is tradition we kindly ask you to bring a dessert for all to enjoy.  

A non-refundable pre-payment is required to confirm your attendance, following fees apply:

• SASL Members Adult                 CHF 25.00
• SASL Members 13 - 16 yrs        CHF 15.00
• SASL Members 7 - 12 yrs          CHF 10.00
• SASL Members 1 - 6  yrs           Free
• Guests Adult                               CHF 38.00
• Guests 13 - 16 yrs                      CHF 25.00
• Guests 7 - 12 yrs                        CHF 15.00
• Guests 1 - 6  yrs                         CHF 10.00

Your registration must include following:

• Name of attending adults
• Names & ages of all young adults & children
• Mention your dessert contribution

Confirm your attendance by purchasing your ticket on our website and making your bank transfer payment by latest Monday June 27th.
If you have any questions please email Ruby at: events@sasl.swiss or Phone 079 292 5975.

The Caribbean Village is located at the Nottwil Train Station, very convenient by train.  Parking at the train station and at the Nottwil Paraplegic Center is available.

We look forward to an enjoyable 4th of July celebration!

Sincerely,

Your SASL Board 

SASL August 1st Farmers Brunch

August 1st  from 9:30 - 14:00

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Let's celebrate the Swiss National Holiday in Swiss style!  The long standing tradition is to start the day with a Farmers Brunch. 

Farmers prepare a traditional Swiss brunch hosting the guests in their garden, their barn, or their home, guests are also allowed to visit with the farm animals.

Freshly baked bread, eggs, bacon, cheeses, Rösti, coffee, milk, juice and much more will be included in the fee.

Come and celebrate this Swiss National Holiday while enjoying the natural country side of Lucerne.

Fee for brunch:
Adults                                     Fr. 40.00
Children (up to 12 years)     Fr. 15.00

Space is limited and reservations need to be confirmed soon.  Reserve your space by latest June 5th.  Confirmations will be based on a first come-first serve basis.
If you have questions, please contact Ruby by email: events@sasl.swiss  

Wild Blueberry Picking 

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Some of the best local wild blueberry picking lies just a short drive from Luzern outside of the little village of Schoried/Alpnach. These berries freeze very well so you may be eating them clear into 2021! Come along for a breath of fresh air and your daily dose of antioxidants.

What to bring:

• Containers for your blueberries (plastic buckets or tupperware containers)
• Appropriate clothing (long pants are not a bad idea given the underbrush but you'll be fine in shorts as well)
• Good walking shoes (if they are waterproof even better!)
• A picnic lunch, drinks and whatever else you will need for an enjoyable day in the woodland glades.
• Sausage or other meat for the grill: We will be making a fire and you can grill up what you bring

What you should know:

This is a remote & rustic location. Toilets are only available in Schoried.

Your Blueberry Spirit Guide: Luke Bragg will be leading this expedition and can be contacted at +41 79 175 7011 or by email at lucasbragg@gmail.com

Please sign up and let Luke know, who is coming and how many people (plus ages of children) by email.

Please find more info about When & Where with this following pdf.

Golf Family Fun Afternoon

Sunday, tbd

14:00  Meet in front of Restaurant Oase

14:15  Driving Range

15:15  Pitch & Putt 

Come join for a fun afternoon of Golf on the public Pitch & Putt! Golfclub Oberkirch, Am Hofbach 2, 6208 Oberkrich
 

Tiger Woods, Rory Mcllroy, Scottie Scheffler and friends are calling!

SASL invites members and friends to take part in this fun and unique experience! Beginners and experienced players are welcome, (children over 10) come and discover your new talent or impress us with your golfing skills during an afternoon on the golf range.

Tee times (starting times) are reserved at 3 pm on the Short-Play 9-holes on Pitch & Putt Golf Course, we will start with some practice putts on the green and hit some balls from the tee on the driving range.  Your private instructors, Martin and Connie Sullivan will take you through this 3-hour golf experience.

FEES:

• Adults:                            CHF 22.00
• Kids (up to 17y)              CHF 12.00
• Family (2adults/2kids)    CHF 50.00

Pay Cash at Door (please bring exact amount); No-show policy applies

PRICE INCLUDES:

• 2-3 Golf clubs (bring your own if you have)
• 9 holes on Pitch & Putt Golf Course (approx. 1.5 h)
• Golf balls on Driving Range to practice

GOLF ATTIRE:

Best to wear sneakers (you don't need golf shoes), adequate outdoor clothing (no blue jeans) and a hat/cap is recommended - don't forget to bring a bottled drink, you will need it during the round!

Register by latest September 10, 2022 by "purchasing" a ticket below or by email.  If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Connie at Email: newsletter@sasl.swiss 

Hike and Lunch Engelberg

Sunday, tbd

10:00 meet at Brunni Bahn Talstation, Engelberg

12:00 lunch at Restaurant Fluehmatt

- Limited attendance 15 persons!

Come join SASL members and friends to enjoy the fresh mountain air surrounded by the scent of nature in the beautiful region of Engelberg! 
 
Our private tour guides, SASL members Radka and Jim (new member) will lead you on a one hour “moderate level” hike.  The trail is suitable for families with children, partially rocky, parts are exposed to the sun and parts are in the woods, it is well maintained with benches along the way for those who wish to stop and enjoy the view.
 
The best part of the climb is reaching the Fluehmatt restaurant, this cozy mountain chalet will be host to a well-deserved lunch offering a children’s playground.  Highly recommended is Fluehmatt’s special Engelberger Älplermagronen or wild boar bratwurst (food & drinks paid individually).
 
Be prepared:

• Payable parking is available at Brunni Bahn Talstation
• Car pool options will be offered depending on attendees
• Children are welcome under parental supervision
• Wear hiking shoes and take hiking poles
• Don’t forget your sun hat, sun screen & water

 
Register by no later than September 2nd via email: events@sasl.swiss

For any questions or if you wish to find out about other hiking options in this region, please contact our expert Jim Tiffany on 079 530 79 85.
 
Your hiking team is looking forward to welcoming you for this adventure!

31 Oct 2023: Halloween - Trunk or Treat

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Everyone is welcome!

Come and have a spooky good time with the whole family! We will be decorating the trunks of our cars in celebration of Halloween, as well as handing out sweets to the little ones. Don't forget to wear your best costume as we will be having a costume contest for both adults and kids!

Where:

• LiLi Centre, Alpenquai 40a, 6005 Luzern

Schedule:

• 18:00 - 18:30  -  Decorate cars (Pre-Registration required with: tbt - to ensure enough parking spaces are reserved)
• 18:30 - 19:30  -  Trunk-or-Treating and "Best Of" Contest Prizes about 19:30
• 19:30 - 22:00  - Adult After Party (drinks available for purchase at the LiLi Centre)

Cost: FREE!

Things to Bring

• Car to decorate, plus Halloween decorations
• 4-5 bags of candy to pass out
• Flashlights, pumpkins, spooky music (anything to set the mood)
• Trash bags to clean up after the event

Prizes Awarded

• Best Decorated Car
• Best Costume Adult
• Best Costume Kids

RSVP for this event with email to - tbt

Event will be cancelled only in case of severe weather.