2019, Jan-June | Bavarian Inn Lodge

It’s tap takeover time at the Bavarian Inn Lodge

June 28 event at Lorelei Lounge features beers from Short’s, spirits from Iron Fish

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – June 24, 2019 – One of Northern Michigan’s premier craft brewers and an “Up-North” craft distiller will be in the spotlight when the Bavarian Inn Lodge presents a summertime tap takeover event Friday, June 28 from 5-10 p.m. at the hotel-resort’s Lorelei Lounge.

Short’s Brewing Company of Bellaire will be taking over the taps with seven draft selections and six canned varieties.

Michigan’s first farm distillery, Iron Fish Distillery of Thompsonville, will be serving up 10 specialty drinks, including cocktails and “beertails,” featuring newly-released Copper Queen Whiskey, a historic nod to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

The event will include giveaways and live entertainment. In addition, the lounge’s full dinner menu is available that evening.

About Bavarian Inn Lodge

Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor^®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com

The Frankenmuth Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival entices food truck fans from all over. Photo by Emily Kurzer of Frankenmuth River Place Shops.

The Cheese Trap is a popular choice for Frankenmuth fans and cheese lovers alike. Photo by Emily Kurzer of Frankenmuth River Place Shops.

Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival returns for a third season of free family fun at Frankenmuth River Place Shops

Starts Thursday, May 9

FRANKENMUTH, MICH. – May 7, 2019 – The Frankenmuth Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival returns the second Thursday of May and runs through September, with a delicious combination of family-friendly entertainment and a diverse lineup of food trucks from across Michigan.

Each food truck festival is from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., with the first event of the season taking place Thursday, May 9 in the parking lots surrounding Frankenmuth River Place Shops, 925 S. Main St. in Michigan’s Little Bavaria. Festival admission and parking is free. The 2019 dates are: May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8 and September 12.

Each event features around 20 food trucks from across Michigan, a live music and beer tent, plenty of shaded seating, free children’s play village, and additional activities for families like face painting, inflatables and Tri City Bubble Ball. The event is pet-friendly; animals must be on a 6 foot leash at all times.

The food truck festivals are located just steps away from River Place Shops, Frankenmuth’s German-themed outdoor shopping mall with more than 35 shops and attractions such as SugarHigh Bakery, Season 7 winner of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars; Bead Haven, the largest bead supply store in Michigan, and the Bavarian Belle, a historic paddleboat that offers one-hour narrated tours along the Cass River.

Thousands of hungry food truck fans are expected at the first event of the season on May 9, with a variety of cuisine available for purchase that ranges from deep-fried cheese curds, chicken from the Bavarian Inn Restaurant, vegan street-style tacos, barbecue, ice cream, and wood-fired pizza.

“We are excited to welcome guests to the third annual Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival, and to see families sharing meals and making memories while in Frankenmuth,” said Michael Keller Zehnder, owner of Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Inc., which owns and operates River Place Shops. “We made a big effort in 2019 to bring an even wider variety of cuisine to town, and can’t wait for another great season of food trucks and fun.”

The May 9 food truck lineup includes:

The Cheese Trap from Frankenmuth
Bavarian Inn Cluck Truck from Frankenmuth
Robbie D’s from Saginaw
The Patty Wagon from Farwell
Nosh Pit Detroit from Hamtramck
3 Lil Pigs BBQ from Midland
Bad Wolf BBQ from Freeland
The Fish Bowl from Royal Oak
Kona Ice from Saginaw
Fortune Cooking from Milford
Sweet Whimsies from Davison
Holy Smokes Food Truck from Grand Blanc
Peace Love & Tacos from Brighton
D&W Street Eatery from Fenton
Wacki Shack from Caro
Scalici’s Wood Fired Pizza from Imlay City

Returning again this year is the Battle of the Breweries, with two craft breweries competing to be declared the crowd favorite for each food truck festival date. The winner takes home bragging rights and a custom engraved glass growler commemorating the brewery’s achievement.

This year’s lineup of craft breweries includes:

May 9: Founders Brewing Co. from Grand Rapids versus Detroit’s Atwater Brewery
June 13: Winner of May event versus Saugatuck Brewing Co. from Douglas
July 11: Winner of June event versus Odd Side Ales from Grand Haven
August 8: Winner of July event versus Kuhnhenn Brewing Co. from Warren
September 12: Winner of August event versus Wolverine Brewing Co. from Ann Arbor

In 2018, Wolverine Brewing Co. from Ann Arbor swept four out of five of the Battle of the Breweries events before falling to Founders Brewing Co. from Grand Rapids.

Also returning is the Masskrugstemmen Challenge. German for “beer stein holding,” the contest includes up to 10 competitors who must raise a filled 1-liter glass Hofbräu München stein to shoulder level and be the last one holding it aloft. It is $10 to participate, and each person keeps the Hofbräu München stein they compete with.

The Masskrugstemmen Challenge take place at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. in the live music and beer tent at the Funtown Chowdown; first and second place winners will receive gift certificates from River Place Shops.

The 2019 entertainment in the live music and beer tent will include The Bromantics, a wide-ranging and rocking cover band in May, July and August; the Cass River Ramblers, a trio of country and rock musicians in June; and Polka Riot, an energetic multi-musician polka band in September.

For more information about the Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival and the Battle of the Breweries, go to http://frankenmuthriverplace.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/FrankenmuthFoodTruckFestival/

CONTACT:

Jessica Haynes

Director of Marketing and Events

Frankenmuth River Place Shops

989-652-6613, ext. 4

jhaynes@bavarianinn.com

Mother’s Day made special at Frankenmuth’s Bavarian Inn Restaurant and Lodge

Many options for upcoming Mother’s Day—May 12

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – April 23, 2019 –Make this year’s Mother’s Day memorable by bringing families together to honor moms in Frankenmuth. The Bavarian Inn Restaurant and the nearby Bavarian Inn Lodge are offering moms and families a fun-filled day of dining and spending time together. The big day is fast approaching on Sunday, May 12.

The Bavarian Inn Restaurant will be serving all its signature entrees on Mother’s Day from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Choices include the popular Frankenmuth^® Chicken, Chicken and Shrimp Combo, and the Ultimate Five-Meat Family Style Bavarian Dinner. Reservations are being taken at 800-BAVARIA or 989-652-9941.

Over at the Bavarian Inn Lodge, a bountiful Mother’s Day buffet awaits, served from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in various banquet and dining rooms. The menu includes a wide variety of breakfast items, salads, main course selections, side dishes and desserts, with live entertainment rounding out the experience. The buffet is priced at $25.50 for adults, $10.99 for children 9-12, and $8.99 for children 5-8, and $4.99 for children 3-4. Kids under 2 dine free. Six percent sales tax and 15 percent gratuity will be added to the check. Reservations may be made by calling 888-775-6343.

Mother’s Day gifts available with dinner

In addition, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant is offering special gift items with unique themes. The gift packages are being offered Mother’s Day and on Saturday, May 11, and will be delivered to the woman of honor at her reserved table. Orders for gift packages are required at least two days in advance and must be prepaid. Guests can use credit cards to preorder gifts at 800-BAVARIA or 989-652-9941 and may choose from:

The “Chocolate Lovers Gift Basket,” which includes ½ lb. homemade fudge, ½ lb. homemade truffles, ½ lb. chocolate clusters, and two chocolate covered pretzel rods.
The “Bread & Jam Gift Basket,” which includes stollen (fruit & nut bread), apple cinnamon raisin bread, two half-pints of jam, and homemade truffles.
The “Jam Trio,” which includes three jars of assorted homemade jam with a serving spoon.
The “Wine Basket,” which includes a bottle of Bavarian Inn private label house wine, buttered pretzels and four truffles.
Send a special message to mom by choosing either the Frankenmuth Torte or Black Forest Torte and having it personalized.
Families may also order the “Cup of Overflowing Love,” which is a spring flower arrangement in an oversized tea cup.

In addition to delicious food and unequaled shopping, families are encouraged to celebrate Mother’s Day all weekend long at the Bavarian Inn Lodge.

About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating over 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products. Nestled within a backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn Restaurant online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com

The Bavarian Inn Lodge
Nestled along the Cass River in one of Michigan’s top tourist destinations – Frankenmuth – is one of the state’s largest Indoor Water Park Hotels! The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square feet Family Fun Center houses two dramatic water slides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-story children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, year-round, nightly entertainment and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor^®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com

Two ways to celebrate Easter at Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Lodge

Restaurant providing family style dining with signature menu
At Lodge, bountiful buffet awaits guests

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. March 29, 2019 – Leave the kitchen behind and celebrate Easter with family and friends by choosing the Bavarian Inn Restaurant or the Bavarian Inn Lodge. Both locations are offering special Easter menus to choose from on Sunday, April 21.

The Bavarian Inn Restaurant will provide dining family style with its Signature Easter Menu, being offered from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. In addition to the popular all-you-can-eat Frankenmuth^® style chicken dinner, the restaurant will be serving an all-you-can-eat chicken and baked ham dinner, and “The Ultimate Family Style Bavarian Dinner” which includes a sampling of five meats: smoked pork loin, sauerbraten, bratwurst, schnitzel, and Frankenmuth^® chicken.

Other entrees include: broiled Lake Superior whitefish, wiener schnitzel, chicken cordon bleu, and grilled New York strip steak. There is also a combination plate of Frankenmuth^® chicken, schnitzel, and sauerbraten. Dinners are served with a range of sides, including cole slaw, buttered noodles, hot vegetable du jour and more.

Call 1-800-BAVARIA or (989) 652-9941 soon to reserve a table. In addition, guests may preorder Easter baskets delivered tableside by the Easter Bunny, and/or a special dessert torte for a sweet finish to the holiday feast.

Bavarian Inn Lodge is spreading out a Bountiful Easter Buffet to guests between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Easter Sunday.

This brunch buffet includes breakfast favorites like fluffy scrambled eggs, buttermilk pancakes and banana bread, and heartier fare including famous Frankenmuth^®chicken, carved roast beef and ham, whipped potatoes with gravy, spaghetti with meat sauce, baked cod and delicious side dishes. Sweet choices include Edelweiss torte, apfel strudel, chocolate mousse, and more.

Easter brunch price is $25.50 for adults. Children between 9-12 eat for $10.99 and children between 5-8 eat for $8.99. The price for children 3-4 is $4.99, and free for kids two and under. A 6% tax and 15% gratuity will be added. Call 888-775-6343 to make reservations soon as prime dining times sell out quickly.

About Bavarian Inn Restaurant

Celebrating over 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Nestled within a backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn. Learn more at http://www.bavarianinn.com/.

Bavarian Inn Restaurant online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com/

Bavarian Inn Lodge

Nestled along the Cass River in one of Michigan’s top tourist destinations – Frankenmuth – is one of the state’s largest Indoor Water Park Hotels! The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square feet Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-story children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, year-round, nightly entertainment and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor^®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com/

Tiny and Dorothy Zehnder, 1959

Bavarian Inn Remembers Founder William “Tiny” Zehnder

Frankenmuth patriarch would have turned 100 on April 6

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – March 25, 2019 – April 6, 2019 is a special day at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant and the Bavarian Inn Lodge, because it marks the 100^th birthday of the late William “Tiny” Zehnder, founder of the restaurant and driving force behind Frankenmuth’s transformation into “Michigan’s Little Bavaria.”

Tiny’s journey to Frankenmuth’s patriarch began in 1950, when the Zehnder family purchased Fischer’s Hotel, which sat across the street from his family’s restaurant. Tiny and his young wife Dorothy (a former waitress at Fischer’s) became the managers of Fischer’s, and immediately set about making improvements. But despite a modernized kitchen, improved building design and more, the restaurant still struggled for survival.

Instead of giving up and closing the restaurant, Tiny and his family decided to expand. In 1959, Fischer’s Hotel was renamed the “Bavarian Inn” in keeping with that instantly recognizable architecture and design that was Tiny’s idea and is the hallmark of Frankenmuth today.

As the restaurant and the town around it grew, Tiny continued to work passionately for nearly 50 years, both expanding his restaurant and encouraging other Frankenmuth businesses to adopt the Bavarian theme. Tiny resigned from active management of the Bavarian Inn Restaurant in 2004, but he remained Chairman of the Board of Bavarian Inn, Inc. (the umbrella entity for all Bavarian Inn properties) for the rest of his life.

While he passed away at age 87 in 2006, there’s no doubt that his legacy lives on through the family-run business and the small town it calls home.

“Tiny was called Mr. Frankenmuth, and is the reason Frankenmuth has the German architecture we do,” said Martha Zehnder Kaczynski, Vice President at Bavarian Inn Lodge and Tiny’s granddaughter. “He was doing ‘Branding’ before it had a name. He implemented ‘Farm to Table’ before it was a trend. Tiny was definitely a man ahead of his time.”

Today, Bavarian Inn, Inc. includes Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Bavarian Inn Lodge, Frankenmuth River Place Shops, and Frankenmuth Gift Shop Inc.

About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating over 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities make a trip to Frankenmuth incomplete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn Restaurant online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com

The Bavarian Inn Lodge: Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In over 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com

Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Lodge employees team up to help those in need

Volunteer campaigns raise more than $23,000 for charities in 2018

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – March 13, 2018 – Through their respective campaigns, team members at Bavarian Inn Restaurant and the Bavarian Inn Lodge raised more than $23,500 in 2018 to benefit employee-selected charities.

Bavarian Inn Restaurant raised $15,325 in 2018 through its more than 32-year-old Company Giving Program. The benefiting charity is Wings of Mercy, which provides air transportation to distant medical facilities for patients who can’t afford to fly. Learn more at www.wingsofmercy.org.

The year-long campaign concluded at the end of December and the grand total for fundraising was announced at the post-holiday team member party on January 7. According to Michelle Solgat, co-chairperson of this year’s Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s Company Giving Program, team members raised funds for Wings of Mercy through voluntary payroll deduction, candy sales, a holiday open house event and other activities throughout the year. “Bavarian Inn Restaurant,” Solgat added, “has over 400 caring team members who give so generously each year to help those in need. We look forward to an exciting year of giving in 2019.”

Bavarian Inn Lodge team members raised $1,435.50 to be donated to the Child Abuse Network, $1,378 to the American Cancer Society, and $1,285 to the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Coupled with dollar-for-dollar company matching funds, the campaign was able to raise $8,197 for the three charities.

This marks the fourth consecutive year that Bavarian Inn Lodge team members have surpassed the previous year’s donation totals. Total contributions rose 21 percent from 2017 levels.

Past charities aided by the Bavarian Inn Company Giving Programs include the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund, Hospice for Hope, Special Olympics, Special Days Camp and Saginaw Habitat for Humanity.

About Bavarian Inn Restaurant
Celebrating 130 years of service in 2018, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Nestled within a backdrop of authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities, a trip to Frankenmuth would not be complete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com

About Bavarian Inn Lodge
Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Frankenmuth’s Bavarian Inn Lodge Helps Provide Flint Residents with Sweet Dreams

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. March 7, 2019 – Several charities help provide comfort to struggling families every year by delivering furniture to those in need. These charities recently helped the Bavarian Inn Lodge find new homes for furniture left over from a recent remodel.

One charity that assisted with this was St. Frances Prayer Center, an organization that serves Flint residents who are compromised by injustice or poverty. The Prayer Center delivers 5-12 beds per week to homes in need. A volunteer heard that the Bavarian Inn Lodge would be replacing beds and helped to get those beds to people in need.

Volunteer Joe Buffa helped coordinate the donation to St. Francis Prayer Center, picked up the items from the Lodge, and assisted in making deliveries to homes in the northern Flint area.

“These donations are getting children off the floor,” said Buffa.

Edna Kujawski at Our Lady Consolata Parish, another charity that helped the Lodge with this effort, confirmed this. “One man said his son was thanking him after the first night he slept on it,” she said.

Another charity that benefited from this donation was Toni’s Lost & Found. In the end, the Lodge donated a total of 90 beds, 145 banquet chairs, 85 lamps and one sofa sleeper to the local charities.

About Bavarian Inn Lodge

Nestled along the Cass River in one of Michigan’s top tourist destinations – Frankenmuth – is one of the state’s largest Indoor Water Park Hotels! The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square feet Family Fun Center houses two dramatic waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-story children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, year-round, nightly entertainment and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn presents $19,000+ to team members in college

Restaurant, Lodge launch higher-ed tuition reimbursement program

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – March 5, 2019 – At a recent special ceremony, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant and Bavarian Inn Lodge presented more than $19,000 in checks to the first class of participants in its tuition reimbursement program for team members enrolled at colleges and universities.

Company officials said the new program is designed to support continuing education and self- improvement among employees.

The program, open to both full- and part-time employees, assists with tuition expenses at accredited colleges and universities for courses leading to an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, or technical degree.

Prospective employees may learn more about the program by contacting the Bavarian Inn Restaurant at (989) 652-9941 or the Bavarian Inn Lodge at (989) 652-7200, or by visiting www.bavarianinn.com/jobs.

About Bavarian Inn Restaurant

Celebrating 130 years of service, the Bavarian Inn Restaurant has become a Michigan landmark. Generations of diners, lodgers and tourists from around the globe have discovered true Bavarian hospitality thanks to Dorothy and her late husband William “Tiny” Zehnder. Guests experience the old-world European charm of the Bavarian Inn – whether it’s the famous chicken dinners, fresh baked goods or Michigan’s greatest selection of German beer. Bavarian Inn also prides itself on being one of the top consumers of Pure Michigan agricultural products, striving to serve more Michigan-grown and produced foods and Michigan-produced beverages than any other restaurant. Authentic German architecture, a variety of shops and other fun activities make a trip to Frankenmuth incomplete without a visit to the Bavarian Inn. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn online press room: https://bavarianinn.logos-communications.com

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New ‘Ice Haus’ attraction debuts at Bavarian Inn Lodge

Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings will feature opportunity to explore delightful Frankenmuth winter experience

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Feb. 4, 2019 – A new feature being offered this year by the Bavarian Inn Lodge is expected to stand out, even among regular visitors to the Frankenmuth area: outdoor “igloos” that guests can enjoy food or drink in during winter months.

The “Ice Haus” experience includes a visit to one of three transparent domed structures where food and drink will be served as part of what has become a legendary level of Bavarian Inn Lodge hospitality. The igloos are located in Schnitzelbank Biergarten, in front of the Bavarian Inn Lodge.

On Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, the Ice Haus experience is a “reservations only” opportunity. Reservations can be made starting at 4:30 p.m., and are available through April 30, weather permitting.

Drop-in guests are welcome at all other times, although there is no service available during drop in. Guests are, however, welcome to visit the Lorelei Lounge, Oma’s Restaurant, or Martha’s Gift Shop to purchase food, beverages and snacks to take and enjoy in the Ice Haus.

“Igloos” are popping up all over Michigan this year. When Lodge President Judy Zehnder Keller did research on these igloos with her 7-year-old grandson Jacob, they knew that they’d be perfect to bring to Frankenmuth — with typical Bavarian flair. The two of them, along with three members of management, visited one to “test out” the igloo environment.

The three igloos are named after the colored lights that they’re decorated with: The Weiss Ice Haus (white), the Blau Ice Haus (Blue), and the Gruen Ice Haus (Green). Each structure is decorated with a different furniture floorplan.

The unique experience does come with a few “standard” rules, including that the Ice Haus be a smoke-free environment.

No outside food or beverages may be brought into the igloos, in accordance with Michigan Liquor Control Commission regulations.

To reserve your Ice Haus, call 989-652-7200.

About Bavarian Inn Lodge

Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.

Bavarian Inn Lodge online press room: https://bavarianinnlodge.logos-communications.com

Bavarian Inn Lodge celebrates Super Bowl Sunday with special deal

Football fans can enjoy great food and view of big game

FRANKENMUTH, Mich. – Jan. 22, 2019 – The Bavarian Inn Lodge is offering a special deal for fans who want to watch the 53^nd Super Bowl in style on Sunday, Feb. 3.

Whether guests are watching for the sports, the half-time show or the commercials, they can watch it in comfort from one of the Lodge’s standard double bedrooms, which feature 55-inch HD television sets. In addition, the Lodge will provide one large pizza and a pitcher of pop with the room, all for $89 plus tax.

If they’d like to enjoy a bit more company while watching the big game, guests can join other fans in the Lodge’s Lorelei Lounge or Ratskeller. Both locations feature a great view of the game, an extensive beverage selection, and tasty snacks and food.

This special deal must be booked online. Credit card payment will be charged within 24 hours of booking and is non-refundable. No date changes will be allowed. Other coupons or discounts are not allowed with this offer. To book a room, visit https://lodgeres.bavarianinn.com/.

About Bavarian Inn Lodge

Nestled along the Cass River in Frankenmuth is one of the state’s largest indoor water park hotels. The Lodge has 360 European-themed guest rooms, including whirlpool and family suites, an adult-only pool and whirlpool, two gift shops, two lounges and two restaurants — all under one roof. The expansive 35,000 square foot Family Fun Center houses two thrilling waterslides, three pools and two whirlpools, over 160 video and redemption games, a two-level children’s play village and Willy’s Kingdom indoor mini-golf course. Guests can also enjoy live, nightly entertainment year-round and test their own musical skills during weekend family karaoke shows. In 30 years of business, the Bavarian Inn Lodge has been an important destination for travelers, evidenced by the 1.25 million room-nights that have been booked there since its opening, along with its top rating on TripAdvisor®. Learn more at www.bavarianinn.com.