Friends of Friedrichshafen

Friends of Friedrichshafen The Friends of Friedrichshafen is a private, non-profit organization located in Peoria, Illinois. Through a thousand gatherings.

The sister-city relationship between Peoria, Illinois, and Friedrichshafen, Germany, began in 1976. While initially based on commerce (due to our Caterpillar connections), personal friendships quickly emerged as the cornerstone of our bond. Through the longest-running youth exchange in the U.S. Through personal memories created with new family from another culture. We feel we have achieved Preside

nt Eisenhower's sister city vision of a network that would be a champion for peace and prosperity by fostering bonds between people from different communities around the world.

The sun is shining on the Peoria Riverfront for the Multicultural Day presented by the Peoria School District. Come say ...
05/02/2026

The sun is shining on the Peoria Riverfront for the Multicultural Day presented by the Peoria School District. Come say hello and learn about our trip to Germany for teens this summer!

REMINDER FOR UPCOMING EVENT APRIL 8 @ 6:30PMLIKE AND SHARE TO JOIN US WITH THE GERMAN AMERICAN CENTRAL SOCIETY
03/27/2026

REMINDER FOR UPCOMING EVENT APRIL 8 @ 6:30PM
LIKE AND SHARE TO JOIN US WITH THE GERMAN AMERICAN CENTRAL SOCIETY

Members, check your email inbox/spam folder. On March 5, we sent a link requesting confirmation that you want to join us...
03/09/2026

Members, check your email inbox/spam folder. On March 5, we sent a link requesting confirmation that you want to join us in our sister city this fall for the 50th anniversary celebrations.

Only members can attend! So, if you saw us at the last Peoria Oktoberfest and meant to join, or if your membership has lapsed ... join or renew now and we can send that email to you.

https://www.peoriasistercity.org/membership

Everyone is welcome to taste the wines of Tres Rojas Winery in Washington, this coming Sunday afternoon. FOF members re...
02/18/2026

Everyone is welcome to taste the wines of Tres Rojas Winery in Washington, this coming Sunday afternoon. FOF members receive $10 toward their purchases that day, even if you join at the event. Please register by Wednesday evening so we know to look for you!

https://tinyurl.com/4tfbd77z

To renew your membership by mail, please send a check for your selected membership level to: Friends of Friedrichshafen,...
02/02/2026

To renew your membership by mail, please send a check for your selected membership level to: Friends of Friedrichshafen, 401 Main Street, Suite 1130, Peoria, IL 61602.

Membership levels:

· Bodensee Member $25
· Zeppelin Member $50
· Buchhorn Member $100

https://www.peoriasistercity.org/membership

If you love the dulcet tones of alphorns, you should see where you can hear them at the GACS's public performances this ...
01/23/2026

If you love the dulcet tones of alphorns, you should see where you can hear them at the GACS's public performances this weekend in the Peoria area.

Don’t miss out! This weekend brings multiple opportunities to enjoy the stunning, echoing melodies of the Alphorns!

Don't miss out on the fun this year! Check your email from our VP of Membership Jeff Pulfer!
01/16/2026

Don't miss out on the fun this year! Check your email from our VP of Membership Jeff Pulfer!

Remember to RSVP to join us this SUNDAY OCTOBER 26th @ 5 pm. fofpeoria@gmail.com
10/23/2025

Remember to RSVP to join us this SUNDAY OCTOBER 26th @ 5 pm.
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10/03/2025

Calling all present and past members! You are invited!

Annual meeting Sunday, October 26 at 5 pm.

Location is Weaver’s Fresh Food and Drink
Check email and postal mail for all the details.

09/24/2025

FOF Social Event - Friday, September 26 at Evergreen Farm Brewery from 5pm -7pm

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