^{Our “Rocky Mountain Hi” will start the traditional Welcome Social on Tuesday, June 24, 2003. The Grand Ballroom at the Doubletree World Arena Hotel will welcome attendees to an evening of fun visiting the numerous convention exhibits, and provide opportunities to visit with old and new friends. Volkssporters are encouraged to wear their club shirts to the Welcome Social.}

^{The festivities will start at 7:00 p.m. Savor the flavors of our German fare:}

^{Assortment of Bratwurst & Knockwurst}

^{German Potato Salad}

^Coleslaw

^{Potato Chips}

^{Sauerkraut and Condiments}

^{Dill Pickle Spears}

^{Bread and Buns}

^{Beverages - lemonade, coffee, and ice tea (a cash bar is also provided)}

^{Dessert - Apple Strudel}

^{Stay awhile and enjoy the atmosphere while listening to the German music of the four-piece band, “Die Edelweiss-Musik”. You will know you’re in Colorado, it feels like Colorado (it’s that low humidity), but when “Die Edelweiss-Musik” starts playing, you will think that you are in Germany. Robert Sennert (bandleader) ventures to Germany every year to hear and learn new songs. He has performed at the “Edelweiss” restaurant in Colorado Springs for 30 years and has been accompanied by his stepson for the last 15 years. Oma and Opa led to his love for German music, as you will attest when you kick up your heels and enjoy.}