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March 2026 Newsletter
| Manila, March 2, 2026 |
| Dear Members and Friends of the Club, March marks a truly historic and defining moment in the life of our community. This month, we proudly celebrate the 120th Anniversary of the German Club Manila — a remarkable milestone that reflects more than a century of friendship, heritage, resilience, and shared values. Since 1906, our Club has stood as a home away from home, a bridge between cultures, and a vibrant meeting place for generations of members and partners. Reaching 120 years is not simply a celebration of longevity — it is a testament to the strength of our community and the commitment of those who have stewarded the Club throughout history. At the same time, March is also a month of governance and renewal. Our upcoming Annual General Membership Meeting (AGM) on March 19, 2026 will provide our members the opportunity to review the last year’s achievements, discuss future direction, and most importantly, elect the new Board of Directors. This democratic process is one of the cornerstones of our Club’s strength. It ensures transparency, accountability, and renewed leadership while preserving continuity and stability. I encourage all regular members to actively participate through your attendance or via your proxy in case you are not able to attend in person— your engagement is vital. The future of the German Club Manila is shaped not only by those elected to serve, but by the collective voice and involvement of our membership. Thank you for your continued trust, support, and dedication to our Club. With warm regards, Eric M. Gottschalk President German Club Manila |
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 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 6:30 PM The Great Spring Cheese Spread The Cheese Club is once again partnering with the German Club and extending a special member rate of ₱2,900. Happening soon on Wednesday, March 04, 2026. Reach out to the team now to reserve your slot while they are still available! |
 Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 6:30 PM 120th Club Anniversary We are pleased to announce that the event has reached full capacity. We will celebrate the Club’s 120th year with live entertainment by Tin, DJ Daddy, and other performers; plus an auction of historic Club prints in support of our welfare initiatives. We look forward to celebrating this milestone together! |
 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 4:00 PM March 2026 IT Committee Meeting This session marks the first installment of the GPCCI IT Committee’s AI Series, designed to establish a shared baseline on AI adoption and emerging technology trends, and to inform deeper discussions and capacity-building activities throughout the year. |
 Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 6:30 PM Annual General Membership Meeting (AGM) 2026 All Regular Members are invited to the AGM on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Main Dining.Your attendance is requested to help reach quorum and vote on the new Board of Directors. More details to come via email this week. |
 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM March 2026 Economic Forum Featuring Ms. Marie Antoniette “Maan” Mariano, the first female President of the German‑Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI). She will share insights on how confidence‑building and supportive environments can strengthen leadership especially for high-performing women. |
 April 2 to 5, 2026 Club Closed: Holy Week 2026 In observance of Holy Week 2026, the Club will be closed from Thursday, April 2 to Sunday, April 5, 2026. Regular Club operations will resume on Monday, April 6, 2026. |
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 Tuesday, February 3, 2026 “The Season of HeARTs” Art Exhibition Opening We thank all who joined us at the ribbon cutting Magkaisa Mabini Arts Collection exhibit last Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Present were 5 of 9 artists: Popoy Cusi, Dominic Urbano, Mike Yago, Luke Joshua Estrana, Carmelito Palomares, and Anafe Nemenzo. |
 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Asian SKAT Masters Singapore Congratulations to our SKAT team for winning 2nd place at the Singapore SKAT Tournament held last Saturday, February 7, 2026! This was part of the Asian SKAT Masters tournament held around Asia. A special mention as well to Simon Hofmann for winning 2nd overall at the tournament. |
 Saturday, February 14, 2026 Valentines 2026 It was a booked and busy day in the Club last Saturday, February 14, 2026 as we celebrated Valentine’s Day with the members and guests. We thank everyone who decided to dine with us for this special day! |
 Friday, January 30, 2026 Payreto Cup Our Golf Group recently held this year’s Payreto Cup starts with Joey Magcalyao once again wins following his recent 2025 Bernhard Langer Trophy last December! Congratulations to all winners who joined the tournament in Canlubang last January 30, 2026  |
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 April 4 to 5, 2026 GC Eagles Football Group Let us cheer for the GC Eagles as they travel to Thailand this April 4 to 5, 2026 to join the largest football tournament in Asia: The International Far East Football Tournament at the Bangkok Pattana Sports Complex!For more information, reach out to anyone from our team. |
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| For any membership related concerns or inquiries, feel free to contact Hayde Trompeta at membership@germanclub.ph or 09176261931. |
| Kindly check our online Club calendar via the Website or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay updated on special offers and events. To our Members who wish to advertise their companies in our upcoming May 2026 Newsletter, please email us at marketing@germanclub.ph. |
