Welcome!

We are the Harugari German-American Club located in the shoreline town of West Haven, Connecticut. We bring wonderful things like “Stimmung” and “Gemütlichkeit” to our community. To find out what these are, come and join us!

Do you have questions? Interested in volunteering? Would you like to become a member? We want to hear from you. Click on “Contact Us” to let us know.

See our feature in Hofbräu USA’s Barrel Talk newsletter! Our club was also voted as the 2024 statewide runner-up for Best German restaurant by Connecticut Magazine.

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January 10, 2025 • Friday Dinner
Schnitzel with red cabbage and mashed potatoes
Reserve by January 9: 203-640-3656
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January 26, 2025 • Membership Appreciation Dinner
1 p.m. • Members and guests event
Ziti Dinner • Reservations 203-640-3656
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February 1, 2025 • Schlachtfest
6 p.m. • Doors open
Kassler Rippchen Dinner • Reservations 203-640-3656
Entertainment by Sha-Musi and dancers
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October 25, 2025 • 150th Anniversary Celebration
Details to come

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Harugari 2025 calendar

A little about us…

The Harugari is a German-American family and cultural society with a long and proud history. We promote and preserve the customs of our founding members through song, dance, good food and friendship. As is the tradition, German culture, past and present, is forged from a mixture of hard work and hard play that keeps everyone’s spirits high.

The name Harugari comes from the old Germanic word “Haruc,” translated roughly to mean “the Teutonic spirit (or priest) of the oak tree.” Therefore, it is a meeting place symbolized by the majestic oak trees that reminds us of the spirit of our founders.

During the Bierfest in July 2023, we unveiled Joe Eckner’s Biergarten, located in the Albert Walz Pavilion. The clubhouse, outdoor pavilion and our beautiful grounds provide families, friends and guests with places to meet. We invite everyone to join and attend our gatherings and enjoy our unique cultural experience.

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