The Czech and Slovak Heritage Association (CSHA) was established in 1986 in Baltimore, Maryland. Since then the association has grown into a national organization with ties all over the United States. Although incorporated in Baltimore, the group welcomes members from all over the country.



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Bohemian National Cemetery 1300 Horners Lane, Baltimore, MD 21205-3229
Go a bit left up the ramp into the parking area.

Memorial Day Service
 4th Monday May 28, 2012 at 11:00 AM
at the Bohemian National Cemetry


Pause to remember those who have gone before us, see old friends and the restoration that's being done on the house and grounds. A special tribute will be made in honor of the sixteen founding members of the cemetery. Members of the Czech Embassy will be in attendance. Read more about the Cemetery.    Need  directions?

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Arts as a bridge to international understanding
Bob Rychlik is teaching a Fujara Course
 during the Common Ground Traditions Week I: July 1-6, 2012.
The Fujara Classes will be in the morning, Period 1, at 9:00-10:15 AM.
The course title is "Overtone Flutes — Fujara and Koncovka"
at McDaniel College, Westminster, MD

Read the course synopses. (For Bob's you will need to scroll down a bit.)
 Listen to Bob's lecture at the Library of Congress and the sounds of the Fujara.
Email Bob Rychlik at fujara@gmail.com for more information.
Visit his DuŠa fujary web site.
Learn more about the Common Ground programs and activities.


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Sat Jul 14, 2012
 in Czech Village,
Cedar Rapids, IA
Need directions?

Plan to attend the Grand Reopening of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. A highlight will be the opening exhibit of Alphonse Maria Mucha Inspirational Art Nouveau, featuring paintings, jewelry, sculpture and lithographs. The exhibit ends on 31 Dec 2012.

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A Czech & Slovak Picnic
Letní Celebration
3rd Sun Jul 15, 2012 at 2:00-5:00 pm
Check out the Picnic Page for more details .


Directions: TUUC is at 1710 Dulaney Valley Rd, Lutherville, MD 21093. Take Route 146 about 2 miles North from the Towson Town Circle or about 1.3 miles from exit 27B from the Baltimore 695 Beltway. Drive North along Dulaney Valley Road past Pot Spring Rd. TUUC will be around a bend beyond the traffic light. Turn left into the parking lot. (See photograph on the left.) The church is at the back of the lot.

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4th Sun Oct 28 2012
 12:00 noon until 6:00 pm

Baltimore 45 Association, Inc. Hall
(Formerly Tall Cedars Hall)
Corner of Old Harford Road at
2501 Putty Hill Avenue
Parkville, Maryland 21234
Need directions?

Plan to Attend the 2012 CSHA
ANNUAL CZECH AND SLOVAK FESTIVAL
Admission: $5.00
Read more about the festival
Entertainment TBA

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Lions of Czech Film Series
 Call the Boxoffic 202-966-3464 for more info

All movies on Wed & start at 8:00pm
Feb 8 — The Greatest Czech (Největší Z Čechů)
Mar 14 — Mamas & Papas (Falcon Uvádí)
Apr 11 — Long Live the Family (Rodina je základ Státu)
May 9 — Innocence (Nevinnost)
Jun 13 — Nicky's Family
Visit HERE for a synopsis of the movies.

About the Lions of Czech Film Series: The Embassy of the Czech Republic has partnered for the last three years with the Avalon Theatre to present the Lions of Czech Film Series. This film series gives the Washington, DC, community an opportunity to view Czech films that are popular hits in Europe and have received numerous honors and awards at film festivals. Most of the films have received the prestigious Czech Lion Award, the Czech equivalent of an Academy Award. All of the films have limited distribution in the United States. The Lions of Czech Film Series offers an invaluable opportunity to see the best of Czech cinema in the Nation's capital.

Ticketinformation:The Avalon Theatre is located at 5612 Connecticut Avenue, NW,Washington,DC20015. Tickets may bepurchased at the box office or online at The Avalon. Tickets are $10.50 (Adults); $8.50 (Students);$8.00 (Seniors, 62+); $7.50 (Children, 12 and under); $6.50 (Avalon Members);and $5.50 (Seniors who are Avalon Members). To hear general information about films playing at the Avalon, call 202-966-6000.

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Czech & Slovak
Language School
Reading—Writing
Conversation
Culture

      Comenium is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising new generation of Czech and Slovak language speakers in the US — greater Philadelphia region. Our mission is to serve the community via offering quality language and cultural education to the children of Czech and Slovak descent.
      The program of the Czech and Slovak school in Philadelphia is based on a comprehensive approach to learning modern Czech and Slovak language with a curriculum designed for school-aged children. The program incorporates the National Curriculum Standards for Elementary school to effectively educate about the critical aspects of language acquisition, including grammar, reading comprehension, writing skills and oral communication.       Visit their HOME page HERE.

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Congratulations
Christy Dowling
 (Miss Czech Slovak USA 2010-2011)
  Read about Miss Christy Dowling.

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CzechMate Diary


   The CzMate Diary is Tanja's Blog. It contains short articles about the Czech and Slovak Republics and the Czech-American Community. The snippets are written in both Czech and English. Visit CzechMate Diary. She is a Czech Mom wanting a bilingual daughter — not unlike a student wanting to become bilingual. Tanja's blog offers opportunities to both read and to post Czech or English responses to a growing number of subjects.

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  They are looking to expand their repertory as well as their size and invite newcomers, with or without experience, to join. It's a great way to learn! For experienced choristers, it's a splendid opportunity to improve skills. Read more about their activities.

   They rehearse every Monday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at

Cathedral of Mary Our Queen
5200 North Charles Street,
Baltimore, Maryland 21210-2023
Need directions?
 Call:   Charles Supik 410-662-6094
or email him at chasupik2@Verizon.net

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Students of Czech, Slovak, or Ruthenian Descent

  The Council of Higher Education has established a scholarship program for U.S. and Canadian students of Czech, Slovak, or Ruthenian descent who plan to continue education in undergraduate and graduate programs. Renewable scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited academic institution of the student's choice. Postmark deadline is April 2, 2012.
For details read the CHE Scholarship program.

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Educational Workshops

Three 4-week Workshops will be held during the summer 2012 at Prague Film School designed to provide intensive filmmaking experience. Both beginners and advanced flimmakers are welcome. The workshops inculcate specfic skills and allow all participating students to write, direct, shoot and edit their own film in Prague.

Dvorana The 2012 program offers choices: a Tour of the Czech Republic during May 12-20 that includes Czech architecture, history, people plus cuisine; or during Aug 19-25 join the group going to Paris for a course on 19th century vintage dancing; or enjoy a Country Dance Tour during October 6-15; and during Dec 26 - Jan 1 2013 they plan a folk dance workshop in Freiburg-Littenweiler, in Southern Germany.

Summer Czech language courses are available. Summer School Courses are designed for the general public. The course does not assume any previous knowledge of Czech. Courses at different levels (from beginner up to highly advanced) are offered.

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  All the content on the internet pages of the Czech and Slovak Heritage Association is of informational nature and not legally binding.
  The CSHA is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.


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