Book Stars
The Book Stars are the English-language book club for kids and teens aged 14 to 19 at the Carl-Schurz-Haus. They all have one thing in common: they love reading in English and discussing their latest book discoveries in a cozy atmosphere! Everyone is welcome to contribute book requests and ideas. They meet once a month in the library of the Carl Schurz House to discuss the books they have read. The books are provided by the library, of course, or you can read them at home on one of our Kindles. And that’s not all: Carl-Schurz-Haus regularly invites well-known authors to give readings for students—and our Book Stars get to moderate. They have also visited book fairs and organized a cool sleepover party at the Carl-Schurz-Haus. In this book club, you can not only meet fellow book lovers and make new friends, but also improve your English skills along the way!
Information & Contact
Uta-Beate Schroeder |
Head of Courses & Programs for Kids and Students
Phone: +49 761 55 65 27-14
Email: schroeder@csh-fr.de
Gaming Club
The CSH Gaming Club is a space for students to play video games and practice their English in a fun way. At our weekly meetings, we usually play Minecraft or Nintendo Switch games (“Mario Kart 8”, “Super Smash Brothers”, etc.) together. The Gaming Club Manager guides members through various tasks that test their problem-solving skills and teamwork. The CSH Gaming Club provides “Minecraft” accounts, laptops, Nintendo Switches, and games, but everyone is also welcome to bring their own computer or Switch. We look forward to seeing you!
Info
Who: Kids & Teens between 9 and 16
When: Wed | 4:00–6:30 PM | see event calender
Where: Carl-Schurz-Haus
Entrance fee: free | For regular participants signing up for a student membership is recommended.
Contact
Niko Christen | Club Manager
Email: gaming@csh-fr.de
Schurz Shorts Filmmaking Club
The CSH Filmmaking Club meets once a month to improve our filmmaking skills through short film projects and guest tutorials. We give each other feedback on our current projects and also make short films together. Each meeting focuses on creative collaboration and skill exchange, leading to our screening during Library Day.
Info
When:open to everyone
When: once a month on Sat, 11:00 AM–1 PM | see event calender
Where: Carl-Schurz-Haus
Entrance fee: free | For regular participants we highly recommend signing up for a membership
Contact
Ashley Matthäus & Raphael Büchel | club management
Email: matthaeus@csh-fr.de
Inside America for American Exchange Students
Inside America gives you the chance to visit German classrooms, share your American culture, and engage in transatlantic dialogue. All visits are in English – no German required! Schools across the Freiburg district of all types and grades participate. You can present your local history, personal stories, and answer student questions in interactive sessions that go beyond lectures. Activities may include sports, line dancing, or lively debates on current issues.
A visit lasts about 90 minutes, with a short talk and plenty of time for questions and discussion. You can get creative – adding games, crafts, or other fun activities. Topics may include:
- Life in the U.S. (personal experiences)
- Places and landscapes (state, region)
- Politics (electoral system, laws, immigration)
- School (high school, school system, college)
- Sports (American football, baseball)
How to get involved
- Register by clicking the button below.
- Join an orientation workshop or contact the Inside America Coordinator.
- Receive school visit opportunities via email.
- Pick a suitable date and coordinate with the teacher.
- Prepare a short presentation and plan your trip by public transport.
What can Inside America offer you?
- An intimate look into German culture
- A chance to teach German students about your home
- An intercultural orientation workshop
- Travel reimbursement for school visits
- Reimbursement of Semesterticket after five or more visits
- Free membership in the Carl-Schurz-Haus Library
- A volunteer certificate
- Feedback from teachers and students
- Get-together at the Carl-Schurz-Haus on different occasions
English Book Club
This club is the ideal meeting place for anyone who enjoys reading in English and would like to discuss literature on a regular basis! Once a month, a new exciting contemporary book is chosen as the focus of discussion in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you are a native speaker or simply enjoy reading, everyone is welcome here! Participants of all ages meet on the last Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in the library of the Carl-Schurz-Haus to exchange perspectives and share thoughts. No registration is required for this free meeting—just come by, join in the conversation, and be inspired!
Info
Who: open to everyone
Wann: last Thursday of the month, 7:00 PM | see event calender
Where: Carl-Schurz-Haus Library
Entrance fee: free
Contact
Klaus Reinhardt
Email: klausrei@t-online.de
Quilt Club
Since 1987, the quilt club has been bringing together creative minds who are passionate about patchwork and quilting. In a cozy atmosphere, we exchange techniques, patterns, and new ideas. The history of the quilt, originally a three-layer, hand-sewn throw, dates back to 17th-century America. Today, quilts not only keep us warm, but often serve as wall decorations. By using different fabric remnants, quilting is not only sustainable, but also produces unique, individual works of art. As members of the Carl-Schurz-Haus, club participants can work on their own projects and inspire each other every last Friday of the month. Meetings take place from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in the conference room of the Carl-Schurz-Haus.
Info
When:open to everyone
When: last Friday of the month, 6:30–8:30 PM | see event calender
Where: Carl-Schurz-Haus conference room
Entrance fee: € 40.00/year (individual membership at the Carl-Schurz-Haus) | Free trial session
Contact
Square Dance Club
This traditional group dance style from the USA requires rhythm and concentration, as the steps are called out by a “caller” while the dancers are still dancing. Whether to traditional country melodies or current pop and schlagers music, it never gets boring here! Since 1987, the club has been offering its members the opportunity to get together to learn the steps and “calls” of square dancing. Training takes place at the clubhouse of TTC Rot-Weiß Freiburg e. V. (Böcklerstr. 11, 79110 Freiburg) every other Tuesday from 8 to 10 p.m. Please bring gym or dance shoes so you can get started right away! You are registered after signing up for a a membership at the Carl-Schurz-Haus. Beginners are welcome to inquire about special beginner courses, which are offered as part of an “open house,” among other things.
Info
When:open to everyone
When: every other Tuesday, 8:00–10 PM | see event calender
Where: Clubheim TTC Rot-Weiß Freiburg e. V. | Böcklerstr. 11 | 79110 Freiburg
Entrance fee: €95.00/year (incl. individual membership at the Carl-Schurz-Haus) | Free trial session
Contact
Chairman: Axel Kleusch
www.squaredance-freiburg.de
Email: axel.kleusch@onlinehome.de
Freiburg-Madison Society
The Freiburg-Madison Society (FMG) was founded in 1989, one year after the signing of the city partnership agreement between Madison, Wisconsin, and Freiburg.
Its goal is to facilitate encounters between the citizens of both cities in order to promote understanding of each other’s way of life and to foster international understanding. As a non-profit association, the FMG is open to all citizens who support exchange between the two cities. Current transatlantic issues are discussed at the monthly German-American get-together.
Madison and Freiburg are university cities. That is why promoting student exchanges is one of the FMG’s most important tasks. Every year, we enable young people to spend a year abroad, arrange internships, or help students with their exchanges. The FMG works hand in hand with its counterpart, the Madison Freiburg Sister City Committee (MFSCC). Locally, we organize encounters, hikes, and cultural activities for American students.
Info
Who: open to everyone
When: every first Wednesday of the month, 8:00–10:00 PM | see event calender
Where: Greiffenegg-Schlössle | Schlossbergring 3 | 79098 Freiburg
Entrance fee: free