Mission
The mission of the Alpen Schuhplattler und Trachten Verien D’ Pittsburgher is to create, educate, and foster among its members a genuine love for Bavarian-Tyrolean traditions and costume. This includes learning and performing original Bavarian and Tyrolean dances, customs, and camaraderie. The club strives to educate the general public about Bavarian-Tyrolean culture and support other organizations in their efforts to promote it. The club’s outreach includes our Kindergruppe (children’s group) and events for high school and middle school German language students.
The Alpen Schuhplattler und Trachten Verien D’ Pittsburgher is a charitable organization as defined by the Internal Revenue Code chapter 501(c)(3).Join the Alpen Schuhplattlers!
Interested in traditional folk dancing? The Alpen Schuhplattlers are a great way to explore your German heritage! No dance experience? No problem – we’ll teach you! New members are always welcome, especially families.
Practices take place at 7:00pm on Tuesday nights at the Teutonia Männerchor.
For additional information, please contact Marina at 412-491-0577 - marina@ruggiero.net
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