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Janet, a Town of Brookfield resident, has lived in the Elmbrook area for nearly 40 years and is an avid gardener and volunteer. Her blog focuses on the city and town of Brookfield – past, present and future.
UW - Madison Scholar to Speak in Brookfield - “How German is American”
By Janet Wintersberger
Tuesday, Jan 15 2008, 06:06 PM
"How German is American" will be the topic of the Elmbrook Historical Society's next meeting that will be held on Monday, January 21, 2008 at 7:00 pm at the Brookfield Park and Recreation Community Center, 2000 N. Calhoun Road.
Presented by Antje Petty, Assistant Director of the Max Kade Institute for German American Studies at the University of Wisconsin- Madison, this lecture will explore the many ways German speaking Europe has influenced the American cultural landscape. Using historic and modern images, Ms Petty will demonstrate how theses influences have affected various American groups through cultural interaction and assimilation. She will also address themes that are relevant today and apply to other cultural groups, not just German – Americans.
Admission to this informative and thought provoking lecture is free. Refreshments will be served.. Be sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend this fascinating lecture that has been well received throughout the State of Wisconsin.
Call the Elmbrook Historical Society (262 782 4057) for more information.
