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July 1, 2025

Gruezi, Bonjour, Buongiorno, Hello,

I'm sure the very hot DC weather we've had last month has had all of us longing for the crisp cool mountain air of Switzerland! Hopefully, many of you have already had the opportunity to visit this season. But regardless of what summer activities you have been involved in this year, I hope you are having fun in the sun with loved ones!

I'm happy to share that our two June events (the Seneca Creek hike, and the first Monthly Playdate) were successful and fun for all who attended. Despite the rainy weather forecast, 12 motivated hikers ultimately enjoyed a mostly sunny hike and some also enjoyed a delicious lunch afterward at a nearby brewery. For the Playdate, 6 children (ages 1-10) were able to practice their Swiss German language skills while enjoying a sunny day at a local playground. A special thanks to Roger Wespe for organizing the hike, and Gabriela Meier for organizing the playdate. We look forward to the next round of these events!

And now, the biggest event of the year for the Swiss Club is just around the corner! We on the board have been very busy planning a great Swiss National Day event to proudly celebrate our Swiss heritage. We sincerely hope all of you can attend the festivities on the July 26th! Please see here for registration information. Thank you for those who have expressed interest in volunteering. We will be in touch with your assignments.

Indeed, as you will see below, more exciting Swiss Club events are coming up fast. In particular, a happy hour is being planned for late August, and spots are still available for the Pittsburgh group trip in September. Be sure to register below for the Pittsburgh trip if you can join us that weekend.

Looking forward to seeing all of you on the 26th!

Herzliche Grüsse

Kevin H. Sprenger

kevin.sprenger@swissclubdc.org

Ms. Lynn Zipf 2020-2023
Mr. Martin Perret-Gentil 2017-2019
Ms. Eveline Roberts 2014-2016
Mr. Reto Weber 2012-2013
Mr. Christian Haudenschild 2009-2011
Mr. Adrian Wiestner 2006-2008
Mr. Michel Maechler 2005
Mr. Walter von Rautenkranz 2001-2003
1997-1998
Mr. Reto Fausch 1999-2000
Mr. Alfred Kessi 1994-1996
Mr. Albert Uster 1991-1993
Ms. Marianne Boegli 1989-1990
Mr. Otto Ruesch 1986-1988
Ms. Ursula Furrer 1983-1985
Mr. Ulrich Boegli 1980-1982
Mr. A. Thorens 1979
Mr. Wm. Campbell Graeub 1976-1978
Mrs. Milly Simpson 1971-1975
Mr. J. Schoch 1969-1970
Mr. Paul Boegli 1965-1968
Dr. W. Krebser 1955-1964
Mr. J. Keller 1954
Mr. E. Bleuer 1948-1953
Mr. Ch. Chevallez 1945
Mr. O. Bockli 1939-1940
Mr. Mahnig 1938
Mr. F. Widmer 1937
Mr. A. Schaublin 1941
1935-1936
Mr. H. Maurer 1931-1932
Mr. A. Leder 1946
1930
Mr. Schwegler 1928
Mr. R. Siegrist 1955-1956
1947
1942-1944
1929
1924-1927
Mr. H. Kirchhofer 1933-1934
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