Germany in the Pacific Northwest of the United States
Do you live in our administrative disrict and want to gain some information about German culture, society and its economy? Here are some organizations in the area that can provide you with the information which you are looking for.
German Clubs
German Clubs are important links for Germans living overseas and their Germany home and heritage. Located in the different States of our administrative district, these organizations have taken on the responsability to maintain and nurture German Culture and to pass it on to future generations.
German Associations
The German American Associations, located in San Francisco and in our administrative district, acts as a link between German and American businesses and has as its goal to intensify the commerce between the two countries.
Bilingual Schools
"Education creates prospects" - multilingualism opens horizons. With our partner schools abroad, we want not only to give children access to the German language and education, but also to awaken an interest in and understanding for each other."
Federal Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
Goethe Institut
The Goethe Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany's cultural institution operational worldwide. It promotes the study of the German language abroad and encourages international cultural exchange.
Goethe Institut San Francisco
German Newspaper
There are German Language newspapers and magazines which provide local and international news, sport events and coming events,for German speaking people from Austria, Germany and Switzerland.
German World Com Neue PresseAtlantic Times
German American Artists
"Germany and America, two worlds, one we grew up in, the other we are living and is now home for us. Through exhibitions and a website we aim to advance the process of creative communication within the circle of German American artists as well as our audience."
Germanamericanartists
German Media
There are 3 German Language Television channels and several Radio Programs which all provide reports about Europe , show films, and documentaries. You can find the program guide for both Television and Radio programs on the websites of the respective Television and Radio Stations.
Round Tables
The following Round Tables and Clubs meet regularly and extend a hearty welcome to new members.
German Church Services
German Language Church Services are still celebrated in two languages in order to provide a sense of belonging and to insure the integration of members into the local church and society.
