Luxembourg Brotherhood of America

Schedule of the Pastoral Visit of Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxembourg to the Midwest
2022-07-31 09:30 - 2022-08-14 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Midwest
Pastoral Visit of Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxembourg to the Midwest
SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC EVENTS WITH CARDINAL HOLLERICH
July 31 – August 14, 2022
All are invited and welcome to attend! Please forward this information to family and friends!
Sunday, July 31 – Chicago, Illinois
9:30 a.m. – Mass at St. Margaret Mary Church (now Holy Child Jesus Church), 2324 W. Chase Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60645, and blessing of the statue of Our Lady of Luxembourg donated by the Archdiocese of Luxembourg in memory of George Meyers – Luxembourg Brotherhood of America Grand Lodge President.
1:00 – 5:30 p.m. – 85th Annual Schobermesse festival sponsored by the Luxembourg Brotherhood of America at the American Legion Post, 6144 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL, 60053. Live music, food/beverages, and games. More information – luxbrotherhood.org
Monday, August 1 – Chicago, Illinois
8:00 a.m. – Mass at St. Michael’s Church, the spiritual home of the “city” Luxembourgers, 1633 N. Cleveland Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60614.
Tuesday, August 2 – Aurora, Illinois
5:00 p.m. – Mass at Annunciation Church, 1820 Church Road, Aurora, IL, 60505. Followed by a reception/food/brief program (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED). For invitation/price or more information, contact Jim Michels – jmichels@eeiweb.com.
Thursday, August 4 – St. Donatus, Iowa
5:00 p.m. – Mass at St. Donatus Church, 97 E. 1st Street, St. Donatus, IA, 52071. Followed by a reception/food/brief program (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED). For invitation/price or more information, contact Terra Siegert – terra_simon@hotmail.com
Sunday, August 7 – New Ulm, Minnesota
10:00 a.m. – Mass at Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 605 N. State Street, New Ulm, MN, 56073. Followed by a reception/food/brief program (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED). For invitation/price or more information, contact Janet Tauer – janet.tauer@gmail.com.
Tuesday, August 9 – La Crosse, Wisconsin
5:00 p.m. – Mass at Holy Trinity Church, 1333 13th Street S, La Crosse, WI, 54601. Followed by a reception/food/brief program (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED). For invitation/price or more information, Sr. Carrie Kirsch – Kirsch150@aol.com.
Thursday, August 11 – Port Washington, Wisconsin
8:30 a.m. – Mass at St. Mary’s Church, 430 Johnson Street, Port Washington, WI, 53074.
Saturday, August 13 – Belgium, Wisconsin – Luxembourg Fest Weekend
9:00 a.m. – Blessing of Immigrant Sculpture created by Luxembourg American sculptor, Victorine Hinger, in the New Luxembourg Village Square, and blessing of Luxembourg Brotherhood Boulevard and Meyers-Rolling Lake in the New Luxembourg Development. Luxembourg American Cultural Center, 100 Peter Thein Avenue, Belgium, WI, 53004
11:00 a.m. – Luxembourg Fest Parade & Luxembourg Fest – more information – lacs.lu
3:00 p.m. – Blessing of the refurbished, historic bells of St. Mary’s Church and new bell memorial. St. Mary’s Cemetery, 6066 Lake Church Road, Belgium, WI, 53004. More information – thebellsofstmarys.org
5:30 p.m. – Luxembourg American Cultural Society’s “Luxembourg Under the Stars – An Alfresco Culinary Experience” – New Luxembourg Village Square, Luxembourg American Cultural Center, 100 Peter Thein Avenue, Belgium, WI, 53004. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED – more information – lacs.lu
Sunday, August 14 – Belgium, Wisconsin
10:00 a.m. – Luxembourg Fest Outdoor Mass. Belgium Community Park, Main Street, Belgium, Wisconsin. Followed by food/beverages, music, and Fest activities. More information – lacs.lu
With gratitude to the co-sponsors of Cardinal Hollerich’s Pastoral Visit to the Midwest:
Archdiocese of Luxembourg
Honorary Consulate of Luxembourg in Wisconsin
Luxembourg American Cultural Society
Luxembourg Brotherhood of America
Luxembourgers of Aurora, Illinois
St. Donatus Luxembourg Heritage Society
Luxembourg Heritage Society of Southern Minnesota
Luxembourg/American Descendants Society of the La Crosse Region
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
For more information about the Cardinal’s visit, contact Kevin Wester, Attaché for Cultural Affairs & Public Relations – Honorary Consulate of Luxembourg in Wisconsin at kevin@luxdualcitizenship.com.

85th Annual Schobermesse Festival
2022-07-31 13:00 - 17:30 | Morton Grove American Legion Civic Center, 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL, IL, 60053, United States
The Luxembourg Brotherhood of America,
Together with featured Sponsor: Ansay International, present:
85th Annual Schobermesse Festival
*** PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR THE SPONSORSHIP INVITATION & LBA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION LINKS!!! ***
Free Admission!
Sunday, July 31, 2022 @
Morton Grove American Legion Civic Center
6140 Dempster Street
Morton Grove, IL
From: 1:00P – 5:30P
Rain or Shine!
Questions?
LBASchobermesse@yahoo.com
Highlights:
*** Live music by Devon DeLux
*** Luxembourg Sausage, hotdogs, chips, soft drinks available for purchase
*** Kids games and activities
*** The Famous LBA Wheel of Meat
*** Cash raffles
*** Cash bar
*** Bring own picnic, tables, and chairs
Dignitaries scheduled to attend include:
*** Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxembourg &
*** Luxembourg Ambassador to the U.S. Nicole Bintner- Bakshian
Please inform your Section representative by July 15th with a headcount of your family and friends attending to ensure an adequate food supply.
FEATURED SPONSORS
*** BOFFERDING
*** DOMAINES VINSMOSELLE
*** PLEASE NOTE: NO PETS ARE ALLOWED ON THE GROUNDS ***
Schobermesse Sponsorship 2022
LBA Scholarship Requirements 2022
2022-LBA-Scholarship-Applicant-Information-Form

36th Annual Luxembourg Fest Week 2022
2022-08-11 18:00 - 2022-08-15 00:00 | IL
Luxembourg Fest Week
THE WORLD’S LARGEST
LUXEMBOURG FAMILY REUNION
August 11-14, 2022
FOR MORE INFO, RESERVATIONS & TICKETS PLEASE PRESS HERE!!!
Annual Members Meeting
WHEN –> Thursday, August 12, 2022
TIME –> 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION –> Luxembourg American Cultural Center – 100 Peter Thein Ave. Belgium, WI
Fest Cultural Forum
WHAT –> “The Jewish Experience in Luxembourg”
WHEN –> Friday, August 12, 2022
TIME –> 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
LOCATION –> Both Virtual and In-Person @ Ozaukee Non-Profit Center, Grafton, WI
Luxembourg Fest
WHAT –> Luxembourg Festival

WHEN –> Saturday, August 13, 2022
TIME –> 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
LOCATION –> Fest Grounds @ Belgium Community Park
There will be a Blessing at Village Square at 9:00 AM!
The LACS is open to the public AT NO CHARGE, all Weekend!
The Parade starts at 11:00 AM and finished with the Bootjack Road Concert, ending at 10:00 PM.
———-> Click “Here” for the complete schedule. <———-

Luxembourg Under the Stars
WHAT –> An Al Fresco Culinary Experience benefitting the LACS

WHEN –> Saturday, August 13, 2022
TIME –> 5:30 PM Tasting, 7:00 PM Dinner
LOCATION –> Luxembourg American Cultural Center – 100 Peter Thein Ave. Belgium, WI
Luxembourg Fest Mass
WHEN –> Sunday, August 14, 2022
TIME –> 10:00 AM
LOCATION –> Belgium Community Park – 106 Beech St. Belgium, WI
Virtual Auction
The Virtual Silent Auction will be open for bidding starting August 6, 2022, at 10:00 AM central time.
Bidding will close on August 13, 2022, at 11:59 PM central time.
You will need to register a credit card to participate.
For any Questions? Contact the LACS by emailing info@lacs.lu or calling 262-476-5086.

Carmelite Mass
2022-10-02 | IL
The mass for our Luxembourg Lady of Consolation at the Carmelite Monastery in Des Plaines will be in October of 2022.

LBA ANNUAL CONVENTION 2023 (Members Only)
2023-02-19 12:00 - 14:30 | Edelweiss Dining, 7650 W Irving Park Rd, Norridge, 60706, United States

29th Annual Sauerbraten Dinner
2023-04-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL, 60090

86th ANNUAL SCHOBERMESSE FESTIVAL
2023-07-30 13:00 - 17:30 | Morton Grove American Legion Civic Center, 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL, IL, 60053, United States
The Luxembourg Brotherhood of America, Section 3 Presents:
86th Annual Schobermesse Festival

For More Information About the Event or Sponsorship Sign-Up Please Contact:
LBASchobermesse@yahoo.com

Section 7 - Pizza Night
2024-02-07 17:00 - 20:00 | American Luxembourger Club, 416 High Street, Aurora, IL, 60505, United States
Section 7 – Pizza Night
All Wednesday Nights are Pizza Night from 5-8 pm
American Luxembourger Club
416 High Street,
Aurora, IL 60505
Please call ahead to make sure the Club is open for events.
Section 7 Contact Information:
american.luxemburg@att.net
(630) 898-9729

Section #8 - Breakfast Meeting
2024-02-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Le Peep Restaurant, 10E Rand Road, Mt. Prospect, IL, IL, United States
Section #8 Breakfast Meeting
Le Peep Restaurant
10E Rand Road
Mt. Prospect, IL
February 11 – 9 am
$10.00 per person
Contact David Hoffmann at dhoffm1024@aim.com before February 9 to make reservations.

Luxembourg Brotherhood of America - Annual Convention
2024-02-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Edelweiss Dining, 7650 W Irving Park Rd, Norridge, 60706, United States
Luxembourg Brotherhood of America – Annual Convention
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Edelweis Restaurant
7650 W. Irving Park Road
Norridge, IL 60706
Doors Open at Noon, Meeting starts at 12:30pm
$36.25 per person
Contact your Section in advance for reservations.

30th Annual Sauerbraten Dinner
2024-04-28 19:00 | Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL, 60090
30th Annual Sauerbraten Dinner
Hosted by Section 15
Sunday, April 28th
Time 4:00 PM
Chevy Chase Country Club
1000 N Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling, IL 60090
Phone
847-465-2300

Carmelite Mass
2024-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Carmelite Monastery, 949 N. River Road, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016
Carmelite Mass
Carmelite Monastery in Des Plaines
Sun. May 12 @ 10:00 AM
All Sections are invited.
Optional lunch to follow.
Our Lady of Luxembourg statue displayed at mass.

87th Annual Schobermesse Festival
2024-07-28 13:00 - 17:30 | Morton Grove American Legion Civic Center, 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL, IL, 60053, United States
The Luxembourg Brotherhood of America
Together with featured sponsor Ansay International, present:
The 87th Annual Schobermesse Festival
AKA “Schueberfouer”
WHEN: Sunday, July 28, 2024
WHERE: Morton Grove American Legion Civic Center
6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL
TIME: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Rain or Shine!
Highlights:

Live music by Devon DeLux

Luxembourg Sausage, hotdogs, chips, soft drinks available for purchase
Kids games and activities
The Famous LBA Wheel of Meat
Cash raffles
Cash bar
Bring your own picnic, tables, and chairs

Questions?  LBASchobermesse@yahoo.com
Free Admission!
Please inform your Section representative by July 10th with a headcount of your family and friends attending to ensure adequate food supply.
FEATURED SPONSORS

SPONSOR APPLICATION 2024
* Please note – no pets are allowed on the grounds *

A Sip of Luxembourg - Curated Beverage Experience
2024-08-09 17:00 - 20:00 | The Lounge at NewPort Shores, 324 Lake Street, Port Washington, WI, 53074, United States
On August 9th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, savor unlimited appetizers presented by John Weinrich alongside an exclusive tasting experience featuring some of the finest Everyday Luxembourg products.
Experience a night of culinary and beverage indulgence at The Tasting, presented by The Lounge at Newport Shores and Newport Vintage.
Your ticket includes tastings of:

Domaines Vinsmoselle
Ramborn Cider
Twisted Cat Beer
Opyos Gin
Genaveh Chocolate
And many more!

This come-as-you-please event allows you to leisurely explore each offering at your own pace. Mingle with fellow enthusiasts, meet brand creators, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. If you love what you taste, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase your favorites on-site through Newport Vintage.
Whether you’re a connoisseur or simply looking for a delightful evening out, The Tasting promises an unforgettable experience filled with delicious food, exceptional drinks, and great company.
Don’t miss this extraordinary event and a great way to kick off Luxembourg Fest weekend! Secure your tickets now for an evening of indulgence and discovery at The Lounge.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
2024-11-16 08:00 - 2025-01-06 17:00 | Museum of Science and Industry, 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60611
Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones in Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light.
It began in 1942 with a single tree. Today, the Museum’s beloved annual celebration features a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 trees and displays decorated by volunteers to represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof.
The Luxembourg Tree is proudly set up and arranged by Section 8 each year.
Please come and join us!

Opening November 16, 2024

Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light open November 16 and will run through January 6, 2025. Included in Museum Entry.

92nd LBA Annual Convention 2025
2025-02-16 11:30 - 15:00 | Edelweiss Dining, 7650 W Irving Park Rd, Norridge, 60706, United States
92nd LBA Annual Convention 2025
Edelweiss German American Cuisine
Address: 7650 W Irving Park Rd., Norridge, IL
Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
Cost: $40 per person members only
Times are as follows:

11:45 AM to 12:15 PM – Member Arrival
12:30 PM – Family-Style Meal Begins

Soup is Served / Followed by the Main Meal.
Soup must be finished so waiters can collect the cups before serving the Main Meal.

1:15 PM – Meal Ends / Dessert Served
1:30 PM – Meeting Begins
3:00 PM – Meeting Ends.
Members will eat before the meeting starts.
No Assigned Seats. Seating will be OPEN.
Members suggested Open Seating to allow for more mingling amongst members.
If you have preferred seating please arrive early to save your seat.

The Menu is as follows:

Soup of the day
Entrees of Beef Sirloin & Pork Schnitzel
Sides of Spätzle & Red Cabbage
Dessert
Coffee & Tea Service
Cash Bar for Soft Drinks & Alcohol.

Parking Info:

Parking is available in the Edelweiss lot.
Parking is also available at the Estelle Seib Community lot on the opposite side of the gas station from Edelweiss.

Members, please alert your Section President by January 31st so that they can provide an accurate headcount to be submitted by February 2nd.

31st Annual Sauerbraten Dinner Dance
2025-05-04 16:00 - 20:00 | Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL, 60090
Luxembourg Brotherhood of America
Section 15 and Community Partners Present:
31st Annual Sauerbraten Dinner Dance
LOCATION:
The Grand Ballroom at Chevy Chase Country Club
1000 N. Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL
WHEN:
Sunday, May 4th @ 4:00pm
Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres, Family Style Banquet Dinner, Raffles, Music & Dancing!
WHAT’S ON THE MENU?
Section 15’s Family Recipe Roast Sauerbraten Dinner:
Choice Round Steak Pan-seared & Marinated in Juniper Berry & Ginger Pickling Spices until Tender, then Oven-roasted until Perfectly Golden.
Rested then Thinly Sliced and Plated with a Glistening Savory Beef Gravy Roux.
Bavarian-style Spätzle
Sweet & Tangy Red Cabbage
Oven Roasted Potatoes & Baby Vegetables
Savory Soup
Crisp Salad
Warm Dinner Rolls
Dessert Table Treats
With a Chicken Entrée Option
Lux Libations at the Cash Bar featuring Luxembourg Imported Beer & Wine!
Live Entertainment – Door Prize – 50/50 Cash Raffle – Grand Prize Raffle!
For Tickets Text or Email Megan @ 847-321-8239 or Tickets@LuxBrotherhood.org
Includes Dinner & Door Prize Entry – $50 per person/$500 for a Reserved Table of 10

Carmelite Mass 2025
2025-05-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Carmelite Monastery, 949 N. River Road, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016
Luxembourg Lady of Consolation
At the Carmelite Monastery
Please join us to celebrate at the mass for our Luxembourg Lady of Consolation at the Carmelite Monastery.
LOCATION:
Carmelite Monastery
949 N. River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
WHEN:
Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM.
Our Lady of Luxembourg statue will be displayed at the mass.
Members from All Sections are invited.
After mass, there will be a brief meet and greet with the Sisters will follow.
There will be a pantry shower for the Sisters to help stock their shelves with non-perishable foods.
Any canned, boxed, or bagged food is welcome.
Feel free to give an envelope to them with cash or a check at the meet and greet if you prefer.
The food can be dropped off before mass at the entrance to the Convent.
There will be someone directing members to the door.
An optional luncheon will follow at Hackney’s on Lake in Glenview.
There members will gather and share stories, enjoying the company of fellow Luxembourgers.
Hackney’s provides a room, and everyone orders from the menu and pays for their meal.

Skokie Festival of Cultures 2025
2025-05-17 11:00 - 2025-05-18 18:00 | Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton St., Illinois, 60076
CELEBRATING SKOKIE’S CULTURAL DIVERSITY
WHEN:
May 17 & 18, 2025
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
LOCATION:
Oakton Community Center
Oakton Park, Skokie
4701 Oakton St.
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 929-7700
● Saturday 1 p.m.: Opening Ceremony ● Sunday Finale 5 p.m.: Festival of Colors
● Music & dance on stage ● Food & beverage vendors
● Interactive cultural booths ● Children’s game and activity area
● Merchandise vendors ● The festival’s famous flag display

88th Annual Schobermesse
2025-08-03 13:00 - 17:00 | Luxie Club, 416 High Street, Aurora, 60505, United States
The Luxembourg Brotherhood of America Section # 3
together with featured sponsor Ansay International, present:
The 88th Annual Schobermesse “Schueberfouer”
LOCATION:
Luxie Club
416 High Street
Aurora, IL
WHEN:
Sunday, August 3, 2024
TIME: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rain or Shine! FREE ADMISSION!
Highlights:
• Live music by Devon DeLux
• Luxembourg Sausage, hot dogs, chips, and soft drinks are available for purchase
• Kids’ games and activities
• The Famous LBA Wheel of Meat
• Cash raffles
• Luxies famous outdoor bowling
• Bring your own lawn chairs if desired
Questions?
LBASchobermesse@yahoo.com
Parking is available in the parking lot north of Luxies, on the west side of Lincoln Avenue
behind Luxies, and in the Lincoln Ave Metra commuter lot.
Please inform your Section representative by July 15th with a headcount of your
Family and friends are attending to ensure an adequate food supply.
FEATURED SPONSORS
• BOFFERDING
• DOMAINES VINSMOSELLE
• RAMBORN CIDER CO.
• EVERYDAY LUXEMBOURG MARKETPLACE
Schobermesse Sponsorship 2025
Schobermesse ad form 2025

39th Annual Luxembourg Fest 2025
2025-08-07 10:00 - 2025-08-10 20:00 | Luxembourg Fest Grounds, 103 Beech St., Belgium, WI, 53004, United States
Luxembourg American Cultural Society
Proudly Presents:
39th Annual Luxembourg Fest 2025
WHEN:
August 8-10, 2025
LOCATION:
Luxembourg American Cultural Society
100 Peter Thein Ave.
Belgium, WI
Fest Grounds:
Community Park
106 Beech Street, Belgium, WI
Fest Cultural Forum:
Cedarburg Cultural Center (W62N546 Washington Ave, Cedarburg, WI 53012)
Come Join the Family at the World’s Largest Luxembourg Family Reunion
*Stay Tuned for More 2025 Fest Information*
If you wish to purchase tickets, please contact Patricia Lutz at plutz@lacs.lu with your ticket details.
Payment can be made to the Luxembourg American Cultural Society’s bank account in Luxembourg:
IBAN [REDACTED], bearing the mention “Fest Tickets.”

Luxembourg Under the Stars 2025
2025-08-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Luxembourg American Cultural Society, 100 Peter Thein Ave., Belgium, WI, 53004, United States
Luxembourg American Cultural Society
Presents:
Luxembourg Under the Stars
WHEN:
Friday, August 8, 2025
LOCATION:
Buechler Farm
The Barn at Buechler Farms
Belgium, WI 53004

Gather with the Who’s Who of Luxembourgers and Luxembourg-Americans from around the Globe at this annual LACS fundraising event.
CLICK BELOW FOR MORE INFO!

Save the Date for Friday, August 8, 2025
About the Event:
Join us for an unforgettable evening of family, food, and festivities at “Luxembourg Under the Stars”.
This exclusive event brings together Luxembourgers and Luxembourg-Americans from around the globe for a night of culinary delight and cultural celebration.
Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of Luxembourgish heritage and cuisine.
Stay tuned for the 2025 Ticket Purchase Release Date!

7th Annual Mount Prospect Celebration of Cultures 2025
2025-08-23 11:00 - 16:00 | Kopp Park, 420 Dempster St, Mt Prospect, IL, 60056, United States
The Village of Mount Prospect
Presents
7th Annual Mount Prospect Celebration of Cultures 2025
WHEN:
Saturday, August 23, 2025 – 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
LOCATION:
Kopp Park
Behind RecPlex
420 Dempster St
Mt Prospect, IL 60056
Come to the 2025 Celebration of Cultures. Enjoy Cultural Booths, Ethnic Foods, Crafts from Ten Thousand Villages, and of course Cultural Entertainment.
Welcome to the 7th Annual Mount Prospect Celebrations of Cultures event. The Mayor and the Village Board have long recognized the diverse population that makes up the Village. As a result, the Mount Prospect Celebration of Cultures has been planned as a commemoration to honor the many diverse populations that live side by side in the Village.
Food & Beverages
Dishes and desserts from around the world will be available for purchase from local restaurants.
Cultural Entertainment
Each year we feature entertainment of music and dancing from a variety of cultures. If you have a local cultural performing group and would like to participate in 2025, please email hkleinstein@mountprospect.org.
Crafts & Kids’ Activities
Celebration of Cultures has something for everyone! Ten Thousand Villages will be selling fair trade crafts from a variety of countries.
There will also be plenty of kid-friendly crafts and activities, including face painting, henna, balloon art, and a special “Instrument Petting Zoo” from Bach to Rock. Kids can fill up a “passport” by collecting a sticker from each country and then spinning the wheel to win a prize.
Cultural Booths (2025 Participants)
Assyria
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Bulgaria
Germany
India
Japan
Korea
Luxembourg
Mongolia
MP Historical Society
Philippines
Polynesia
Russia
Turkiye
Contact: Lauri Grzelak for questions regarding the Luxembourg Tent.
laurigrzelak@yahoo.com

Luxembourgers in Edgewater
2025-09-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Edgewater Historical Society Museum, 5358 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL, United States
The Edgewater Historical Society will be presenting a program that I believe will be of interest to you:
Program: Luxembourgers in Edgewater
Speaker: John Holden, President of the Edgewater Historical Society
Date & Time: Friday, September 26th, 6:00–9:00 PM
(Talk begins at 7:00 PM)
Location: Edgewater Historical Society Museum
5358 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago
Refreshments: Wine, cheese, and crackers will be served.
In addition, the museum is featuring a special exhibit, “Growing Community: Luxembourgers in Edgewater,” which highlights the Luxembourger migration to the Edgewater area and the Luxembourgers’ unique economic activities and cultural institutions. The exhibit is the result of a partnership between Loyola University Chicago, the Edgewater Historical Society, and the Luxembourg Cultural Society of America. Five Loyola students under the supervision of Prof. Brad Hunt researched and produced the exhibit, which will be on display through the end of 2025.

October All Serve Food Bank
2025-10-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Northern Illinois Food Bank, 13950 Business Center Drive, Lake Forest, 60045, United States
Hello Luxembourg Family & Friends!
The Deadline is fast approaching to sign up for the Northern Illinois Food Bank event taking place on Saturday, October 11th, from 9 AM to 11:30 AM.
LOCATION:
Northern Illinois Food Bank
13950 Business Center Drive
Lake Forest, IL.
Please arrive 15 minutes before our shift for a brief orientation. We will be sorting and packing food.
You must sign up by September 20th to reserve your spot. Click the “CLICK HERE–> LINK <–CLICK HERE” to sign up now, or copy & paste the URL below into your web browser:
https://www.volunteer-northernilfoodbank.org/user/login/?return=https://www.volunteer-northernilfoodbank.org/need/joinTeam/?hash_t=8oucBwWLYf5XwGSXjceg4xrcZTm52KsZfFXNx699vP5FAS1IJTv7M7fU1uDLLvHpVSlSG6BrwjWoGFZ9PvcOWQ%3D%3D%26hash_s=dwgdOwvuoXKO3FFIfA8T%2BoaftwbIj9CXdgsTlCjzRYHWBmafj%2BMR80wRznWqVcvVaOi4qZ4IYwGhJr0mi5sNDQ%3D%3D
Instructions:
1) Click the “CLICK HERE–> LINK <–CLICK HERE” to the Northern Illinois Food Bank sign-up page for the LBA Team
2) Click Sign Up
3) Create Your Account and sign the Safety Waiver and Media Waiver
4) Click Continue
5) Click Join Team
You will receive an email with additional information from the Northern Illinois Food Bank. If you don’t see it, please check your spam folder. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please log into your account and release your spot so someone else can volunteer and the food bank can secure the help they need.
To sign up Minors, email volunteer@NorthernILfoodbank.org, providing the first and last name of each child, and our team name to their staff to facilitate registration. Our team name is Luxembourg Brotherhood of America.
If you need Special Accommodations like wheelchair access or a chair to serve while seated, please email Jennifer at JenniferSchroeder7@hotmail.com

SECTION 3 - HOLIDAY MEETING
2025-12-14 15:30 - 19:00 | Moretti’s Ristorante & Pizzeria EP, 6727 N Olmsted Ave, Chicago, IL, 60631, United States
Section 3’s Annual Holiday Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 14th, 2025, starting at 3:30 PM.
An invite will be sent out in November but save the date.

LOCATION:
Moretti’s Ristorante & Pizzeria EP
6727 N Olmsted Ave
Chicago, IL 60631

Cost is $45 for members and new members. If you attend, then $25 of your cost will be applied to 2026 Section 3 dues, so your net cost is $20 for this event. (JoAnn’s earlier contribution this year will fund $5, and the Section’s interest income will fund $20 of the event’s $25 shortfall per member.) Non-members will pay $45, but why be a non-member if membership comes free? You do not need to be of Luxy heritage to be a member.

Children under 12 years old will cost $20. The North Pole has been contacted, and Santa said he will be in Chicago that day and will greet us at our meeting.

Food will be the same as last year. It was suggested that we have the meeting start earlier, so we are making the timetable an hour earlier than last year. It will now be as follows:

• Set up at 2:45 PM
• Arrival at 3:30 PM with the children, to be especially prompt.
• From 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM, everyone arrives, and children meet Santa. The bar is open – cash bar for all beverages, including soft drinks.
• Our Section 3 meeting will start promptly at 4:15 PM – 5 PM.
• Dinner Buffet from 5 PM to 6:30 PM
• Strike & Pack Up at 7 PM
• Wheels Up by 7:30

The Bears play the Browns at noon, so the game will not conflict with the 3:30 PM start time.

Luxembourg in America - FREE Webinar
2026-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
FREE WEBINAR FILM SCREENING
🇺🇸 ALL ARE WELCOME! 🇱🇺
We’re excited to support Luxembourg Legacy as they present their webinar series with a special online screening of the 2024 documentary, “Luxembourg in America” by filmmaker Geoff Thompson!
🗓 Sunday, March 15
⏰ 1:00 PM Central Time (U.S. & Canada)
📍 Online via Zoom — FREE to attend!
This powerful 40-minute documentary explores the story of Luxembourg immigration to the United States, focusing on the vibrant Luxembourgish communities in and around Belgium, Wisconsin. Through live footage and interviews filmed during the 38th Annual Luxembourg Fest, the film highlights the history, identity, and enduring bonds that connect Luxembourg-Americans to the modern-day Grand Duchy.
✨ Special bonus: Geoff Thompson will join live from Kleinbettingen, Luxembourg, to introduce the film and participate in a Q&A afterward!
🎟 Registration link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2117708389770/WN_RUBA-gDVSNK_Y-eqcrSaOA
💙 While this webinar is free of charge, attendees are invited (but not required) to make a free-will, tax-deductible donation to support the important work of the Luxembourg American Cultural Society.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All are invited—please feel free to share this with family and friends who love Luxembourg history and heritage!

32nd ANNUAL - SAUERBRATEN DINNER DANCE
2026-04-26 16:00 - 20:00 | Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL, 60090
FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Please contact: Robert Hansen via sponsorship@luxbrotherhood.org

Carmelite Mass 2026
2026-05-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Carmelite Monastery, 949 N. River Road, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016
The 2026 Carmelite Mass will be held on May 3 at 10 am.
LOCATION
Carmelite Monastery
949 N River Road
Des Plaines, Illinois
They accept boxed, canned, or bagged non-perishable food items for their pantry.
Our Lady of Luxembourg statue will be displayed at the Mass.
Optional visit with the sisters and optional Hackney’s lunch to follow.
Visit our website for more information, or contact:
Jean Schmit Spagnoli
847.948.1448
JeanLBA15@gmail.com

2026 Cultural Events
2026-05-16 - 2026-05-17 | IL
The LBA plans to have representation at various cultural festivals throughout the Chicago suburbs, including:
Skokie
https://www.skokieculturefest.org/# (May 16-17)
Mt. Prospect
https://www.mountprospect.org/community/mount-prospect-celebration-of-cultures (August 22)
For more information, please contact:
Tony Viola
773.457.0878
anthony@acschgo.com
