We are excited to announce the Inaugural AGP Golf Tournament. Please join us for a day of networking, play, and a chance of winning a Mercedes-Benz vehicle:
Friday, March 31, 2023
7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Senator Course at RTJ Capitol Hill
Prattville
Four person scramble that can be entered as a team or individual. Reserve your spot today! Don’t play? No problem, plenty of opportunities to sponsor and attend the networking part. Shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. Registration fees include: green fee, cart fee, range balls, tournament scoring, breakfast & lunch.
The day will kick-off with the opportunity to enjoy breakfast, network and receive briefing of the German-American business outlook with fellow players and non-players.
Shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. The Senator, a Scottish-Links style course, holds more than 140 pot-hole bunkers and mounds 20 to 40 feet in height, hiding the cart path or any other hole from view. The Senator was named among the Top 10 New Courses in the nation by GOLF Magazine and hosts the LPGA’s Epson Tour Guardian Championship each September.
For more information and to register!
Come join us for AGP Young Professionals Social Hour:
Thursday, April 20, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Carrigan’s Beer Garden, Birmingham
Come out to meet the AGP Young Professionals’ Chair Viki Gryska. Learn what being part of the leadership group entails as they are looking to expand the group. There will be plenty of time to network to!
Carrigan’s Beer Garden has a great selection of beverages and food for purchase.
The Young Professionals group is under the AlabamaGermany Partnership umbrella. Its members are interns, co-op or employees of either an Alabama-Germany company or institution. The age requirement is 21 to 39. This also includes college students, grad students studying German language, international business, science and engineering. The group will promote international education, individual career development and promotion of Alabama-German companies and workforce development. Learn more about the group here.
Come join us for AGP traveling “Stammtisch” and German Dinner:
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Nook, Huntsville
Come out to network! This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for others to practice their German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required. We meet every month (every other month is in Birmingham).
Monika Müller with the Nook will be serving up a plate of German Jägerschnitzel, Pan Fried Potatoes and Cucumber Salad (signup BEFORE April 18). The Nook has a large selection of beers – 400+ of them and 80 of them are on draft (36 local). Please note the fee includes one dinner, tax, and gratuities. Beverage of your choice can be purchased separately.
IF YOU WANT THE GERMAN DINNER
YOU MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 18!
What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held on regularly, and also the usually large table around which the group meets. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting, but rather a friendly and casual get-together.
We have partnered up with German General Manager Jörg Wesche of the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook (Birmingham) to create a German White Asparagus Dinner. Please join us for an evening in the Grand Bohemian Hotel’s Private Dining Room. We invite you to relish in a delectable five-course menu perfectly accompanied with beer and wine.
Join us:
Thursday, April 27, 2023
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m
Grand Bohemian Hotel
Mountain Brook/Birmingham
Reception:
- Charcuterie Board & Prosecco
Appetizer:
- Asparagus Soup
- Seasonal Salad
Entrée:
- Asparagus with Filet Mignon (or Salmon)
Dessert:
- Seasonal Dessert & Coffee
The menu will be paired with wine and beer.
Beverages, tips and taxes is ALL INCLUDED in the price of $149.00 per person. We have LIMITED seating available and we expect to sellout quickly. Register TODAY!
Thank you to our host:
Come join us for AGP “Stammtisch”:
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Carrigan’s Beer Garden, Birmingham
Come out to network! This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for other German speaking/practicing to improve your German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required. We meet every month (every other month will be in Birmingham).
Carrigan’s Beer Garden has a great selection of beverages and food for purchase. Family and kids are welcome.
What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held on a regular basis, and also the usually large table around which the group meets. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting, but rather a friendly and casual get-together.
Come join us for AGP traveling “Stammtisch” and German Dinner:
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
BierShack Taproom, Foley
Come out to network! This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for others to practice their German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required. We meet every month (every other month is in Birmingham).
Karin with the BierShack will be serving up a German buffet of brats, pork schnitzel, sauerkraut, bread, fries, salad and soft drinks/bottled water. Please note the fee includes one dinner, tax, and gratuities. German beer is available and can be purchased separately.
What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held on regularly, and also the usually large table around which the group meets. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting, but rather a friendly and casual get-together.
Come join us for AGP Young Professionals (age 17 to 39) German Company Visit:
Thursday, June 29, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Evonik Corporation, Birmingham
Evonik will offer time for refreshment and networking, followed by a presentation of the company and its constant investments in biomaterials research, development, and production. The visit will end with a tour of the facility. More information to come! REGISTER HERE!
The Young Professionals group is under the AlabamaGermany Partnership umbrella. Its members are interns, co-op or employees of either an Alabama-Germany company or institution. The age requirement is 17 to 39. This also includes college students, grad students studying German language, international business, science and engineering. The group will promote international education, individual career development and promotion of Alabama-German companies and workforce development. Learn more about the group here.
Come join us for AGP Young Professionals (age 17 to 39) Cocktails & Cosmos:
Friday, August 11, 2023, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville
Come join us for a fun night of Cocktails and Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. They will open their doors early for us and we will meet up at the Discovery Theater starting at 5:30 p.m. (doors will open to the public at 6:15 p.m.). The ALIEN show will start at 7:00 p.m. in the INTUITIVE Planetarium which is an 8k digital dome and the only planetarium of its kind in the Southeast.
As a human species, we have long felt that we are not alone. Whether it be UFO sightings or abduction reports, some believe extraterrestrial life exists not only within our galaxy, but even our own backyard. Are aliens real? If they are, where would we find them? Why do they insist on ruining our crops with their circles? We will explore the possibilities of intelligent life beyond our solar system!
Your ticket will include one cosmically created cocktail, popcorn and access to show – Value $27 – Only $10 for AGP Young Professionals! Ticket option without cocktail is available. SIGN UP NOW!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:
THANK YOU TO OUR MEETING ROOM SPONSOR:
Come join us for AGP “Stammtisch”:
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Carrigan’s Beer Garden, Birmingham
Come out to network! This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for other German speaking/practicing to improve your German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required. We meet every month (every other month will be in Birmingham).
Carrigan’s Beer Garden has a great selection of beverages and food for purchase. Family and kids are welcome.
What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held on a regular basis, and also the usually large table around which the group meets. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting, but rather a friendly and casual get-together.
Webinar: Study, Live, Work in Germany
Presented by Angelika Otte, Language Program Director, Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta
Would you like to study, live, work in a German-speaking country, but don’t speak any German?
Have you learned or studied German, but never obtained a recognized official certification of your language skills?
Would you like to move back to Germany and your spouse needs to learn German to obtain a spousal visa?
Join us for an information session to learn about:
- Language requirements to study tuition-free in Germany (undergraduate or graduate school)
- Language requirements to apply for a job in Germany or become eligible for a job transfer
- The different exam levels of language proficiency and how they connect to your options for living abroad
- Official German language exams
Ask questions, get answers, connect, and find out how to move forward to achieve your goals. REGISTER NOW!
Angelika Otte has been serving as the Language Program Director at the Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta since 2021. She supervises the language learning program as well as the exam program, both accredited by the Goethe-Institut.
Goethe Zentrum Atlanta was established over 40 years ago as a branch of Germany’s Goethe Institut, the premier German culture and language instructional organization whose global policy is to foster Germany’s relationships with other countries. The organization offers language programs in-person and virtual for all levels plus offers many cultural gathering and experiences. Learn more at: German-Institute.org
