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Who We Are The Harugari is a
German-American family Society that promotes the customs and traditions of its
members and their ancestors through song, dance, good food, and friendship. As
proud Americans, they seek to fulfill their heritage as immigrants in a new
homeland. The clubhouse, pavilion and grounds provide our families, friends and
guests with a place to meet. We invite everyone to join and attend our
gatherings to enjoy a unique experience not generally found in the northeastern
United States.
The name Harugari comes from the old German word Haruc. It may be roughly translated as "The Teutonic spirit (or priest) of the oak tree." Thus, it is a meeting place and tall, majestic oak trees, that remind us of the spirit of our founders, surround the current site in West Haven, Connecticut.
In addition to the singing competition, member enjoyed some sports activities in
bowling, gymnastics, and soccer for a time. Since 1966, the members formed
several dance groups that entertain at the many dinners, dances, and other
celebrations throughout the year. The Folk group enjoys performing graceful and
colorful traditional dance. The adult Schuhplattlers, HSV Bavaria, have competed
at national events (Gaufests) and performed throught the United States as well
as Cananda, Germany and Puerto Rico, and on national TV on occasion. The junior
Schuhplattlers practice and perform in hopes of joining the adult group to the
delight and pride of parents and grandparents.
The varied events at the clubhouse use German orchestras that provide a wide
variety of music. Home cooked meals, including Schnitsel, Roladen, Sauerbraten,
and Wurst, together with the customary kraut, salad, and desserts, are enjoyed
with German wine and beer to complete the meal. Bierfest, Schlachtfest,
Seemannsabend, and holiday celebrations at Oktoberfest, Christmas and New Years
Eve relive the tradition and culture of our ancestors and reflects their strong
character and ethic of hard work by the way they entertained and celebrated. German ethnicity began in the United States in 1683 at Germantown, Pennsylvania and intensified with the immigration of people from many lands in the late nineteenth century. Today it is by far the largest ethnic group in the United States. The Harugari Liedertafel has represented that heritage for over 125 years.
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