In the early days of pandemic lockdowns, while so many felt uprooted and overwhelmed, Janel Schermerhorn retreated — not to silence, but to a sanctuary of storytelling. From her cozy “secret fort” in Berlin, she launched Mom’s Secret Fort, a podcast born of necessity, openness, and the belief that shared vulnerability brings us closer, not […]
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American Women’s Club of Berlin to Celebrate 131 Years
In 2025, The American Women’s Club of Berlin celebrates 131 years of community and generosity. Last year, the organization hosted a 130th Anniversary Charity Gala at Bridge Studios on September 21st. Former President Janel Schermerhorn shares the details: 131 Year Celebration The American Women’s Club of Berlin is celebrating 131 years since the organization’s foundation. […]