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by Terri McNutt | May 17, 2017 | Contests, News, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnders

Pictured above left to right: Shannon Smith, Nancy Reinke and John Shelton, V.P. of Marketing and Sales of Zehnder’s. Thank you to all who entered the Zehnder’s annual Mother of the Year contest.  Congratulations to Nancy Reinke from Fenton, Michigan for winning...
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The Bavarian Festival – Coming Back to Downtown Frankenmuth!

by Terri McNutt | Apr 27, 2017 | Festivals, Frankenmuth, News, Spring Events, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Splash Village

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth In 1950, the Zehnder family purchased Fischer’s Hotel, just across the street from Zehnder’s; William “Tiny” Zehnder, Jr. was named manager. After a few years operating as Fischer’s, the family agreed with Tiny that...
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Zehnder’s Early Lodging History

by Terri McNutt | Mar 27, 2017 | News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

Pictured above: Family friend and long time resident of Zehnder’s; Carl Knieling. By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth During the 1930’s, Frankenmuth was a common stop for transients; single men looking for work. My grandmother, Emilie Bickel Zehnder,...
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Pandora is world-renowned for its high quality and hand-finished jewelry at affordable prices. Inspiring women to tell their story, Pandora’s stylish and feminine jewelry invites women to unleash their inner self-creator. Pandora’s unique and detailed...
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It Takes Generations

by Terri McNutt | Feb 23, 2017 | Frankenmuth, News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnders

Standing: Herman Zehnder, Linda Zehnder-Trinklein, Fred Zehnder, Ermia Zehnder-Nuechterlein, Eddie Zehnder Seated: Leonard Zehnder, William Zehnder, Sr., William Zehnder, Jr. By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth It was 1947 and my grandfather was 66....
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Get Out of the House!

by Terri McNutt | Jan 26, 2017 | Chef's Blog, News, Retail, Zehnder's Gift Shop, Zehnder's Marketplace, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnder's Splash Village, Zehnders

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth With only 28 days, February is the shortest month of the year. Wouldn’t it be a good idea, and seem as though winter passed a bit quicker, if the first 3 or 4 months of the year only had 28 days? And wouldn’t it...
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In celebration of Mother’s Day, Zehnder’s proudly hosted its 32nd Annual Mother of the Year Contest.

Guests were invited to submit heartfelt poems sharing why their mother deserved the honor of being named Zehnder’s Mother of the Year.

We’re excited to congratulate Lisa C., the winner of our 2025 Mother of the Year Contest!

Thank you to everyone who shared their stories and helped us celebrate the incredible mothers in our community.

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In celebration of Mother’s Day, Zehnder’s proudly hosted its 32nd Annual Mother of the Year Contest.
Guests were invited to submit heartfelt poems sharing why their mother deserved the honor of being named Zehnder’s Mother of the Year.
We’re excited to congratulate Lisa C., the winner of our 2025 Mother of the Year Contest!
Thank you to everyone who shared their stories and helped us celebrate the incredible mothers in our community.

Zehnder’s opened on Mother’s Day in 1929 when diners were served 312 Family Style Chicken Dinners. Since that day, millions of guests have visited Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth making it the largest family restaurant in America. Mother’s Day continues to be one of the most popular, and meaningful days here at Zehnder`s.

On behalf of the entire Zehnder`s staff, Happy Mother`s Day!

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Zehnder’s opened on Mother’s Day in 1929 when diners were served 312 Family Style Chicken Dinners. Since that day, millions of guests have visited Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth making it the largest family restaurant in America. Mother’s Day continues to be one of the most popular, and meaningful days here at Zehnder's.
On behalf of the entire Zehnder's staff, Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Zehnder’s Splash Village! We’re honored to celebrate the amazing moms who make every day special.

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Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Zehnder’s Splash Village! We’re honored to celebrate the amazing moms who make every day special.

Meet you on the first tee 🏌️‍♂️

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Meet you on the first tee 🏌️‍♂️
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