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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.
The Czech and Slovak Heritage Association was created to:
preserve the Czech and Slovak heritage
promote and provide education in the languages, cultures,
traditions, and histories of the Czech and Slovak peoples
maintain in succeeding generations ties between the Czech
and Slovak communities in America and the peoples of the Czech Republic and Slovakia
provide assistance to charitable Czech and Slovak endeavors
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CSHA Language School — Reading — Writing — Conversation — Culture
Details
for
Adult
Classes
At the R W Gribbin Center,
9317 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21236
Map.
Contact:
Lois Hybl: 410-243-1710
Details for Children Classes
At The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen,
5200 North Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21210
Map.
Contact:
Marketa Traband: 443-791-8427
Adult 2012 Spring Semester
January 21, 28
February 4, 11, 18, 25
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Dětsky Skolní Rok 2012
Leden 6, 13, 20, 27
Únor 3, 10, 17, 24
Březen 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Duben 6, 13, 20, 27
Květen 4, 11, 18, 25
Červen 1, 8,
in the Parish Center
Cathedral of Mary Our Queen
5200 North Charles Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21210-2023
MAP
4th Sun Jan 22, 2012 at 3:00 PM —
CSHA — Quarterly Meeting
The newly elected officers and board members will be recognized.
The highlight of this meeting will be a talk by Jana Kopelentova Rehak, PH.D. about her
forthcoming book
"Czech Political Prisoners:
Recovering Face."
It is a study of the aftermath of Communist suppression of
"Political Others".
Call 410-662-6094 or email
usupik@verizon.net
for more information.
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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. |
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.
Links
Pageant History
Application Guidelines
Participating States
The 2011 Pageant will be from
Fri-Sun Aug 5, 6 and 7 in
Wilber, NE
Congratulations
Christy Dowling
(Miss Czech Slovak USA 2010-2011)
Read about Miss Christy Dowling.
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.
CSHA Singers are Recruiting
Consider Joining
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
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.
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.
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.