Membership

Become a Social Member! 

The Aelpler Gruppe Swiss Club welcomes and encourages new members who are interested in Swiss culture and the activities of our Swiss Club. The Aelpler Gruppe offers a variety of events to appeal to a diverse membership. Most activities are held at the Swiss Park in Newark, CA for the enjoyment of our members and friends and to further the Swiss heritage through music, sports and other activities.

Join the Aelpler Gruppe Swiss Club! Your Annual $50 social membership entitles you to:

  • Special member invitations to yearly events (Schwingfest, Fondue Night, Metzgete, etc.). 
  • Christmas Party (including dinner and gifts to children)– Free to Social Members 
  • Subscription to newsletter

It’s fun to volunteer 

Get to know fellow club members and volunteer to help at an event.  This is the best way to become acquainted with other members. 

There are two ways to fill out the Social Membership Application

  1. Download and mail your completed application.
  2. Use the online form and complete your application using PayPal.

Download Social Membership Application

Download and send the completed application with a $50 or $60 check (after March 31st dues are $60.00) made payable to 
Aelpler Gruppe Swiss Club and mail to: 

Aelpler Gruppe Swiss Club Attn: Membership
5911 Mowry Ave., Newark, CA 94560 

Questions; please contact us at: [email protected] 

Phone: 510-936-2523

2025 Member Application

Download Membership Application pdf

Online Social Membership Application & Renewal / Dues Form

    Membership Form / Type of Membership Annual Renewal $50New Member $50$60 membership for late submissions (after March 31)Change of Address







    All Swiss Club Board members volunteer and need your help at events throughout the year. Below is list of events. Volunteers will receive information prior to the events regarding set-up and meal serving times. Fondue Dinner and Jass Party – FebruaryFolklore Luncheon – AprilUnited Swiss Societies Kids Camp – JuneFall Schwingfest – SeptemberMetzgete Dinner – NovemberMember’s Christmas Dinner – December See Calendar for specific dates.
    Once you hit Submit, you will be taken to PayPal were you can enter your membership donation. Thank you!

    When you click on Submit, you will be taken to PayPal where you can enter the amount of your membership fee. You can either use a credit card or pay through PayPal to complete your transaction. Thank you! We have received your information.