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Information
about the Los Angeles Turners
The
Los Angeles Turners were founded 1871 when Los
Angeles had a population of about 6,000.
The German word "Turnen" means gymnastics. And so athletics
combined with German culture was always the goal of
the Turners who had several members take part in
Olympic games.
Regular
Events:
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Concerts
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Workshops
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Choir
rehearsals
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Fencing
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TV
afternoons
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Movie
Sundays
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Oktoberfest
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Christmas
celebration
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Turnfestival
Anniversary:
In September 2001
the
Los Angeles Turners celebrated their 130th
Anniversary with a Gala Ball.
On this occasion actor Eric Braeden became an honorary member of the Los Angeles Turners.
Video
about the Los Angeles Turners:
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