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Tx. Czech Heritage calendars available The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center of La Grange publishes an annual calendar, not only as a fund-raiser, but also to fulfill its primary goal to preserve and promote Czech heritage. Because these calendars are historically significant, they have become very popular collectors' items. More ...
Seven individuals from El Campo participated in the Jingle Bell Run and Walk Sunday, Dec. 9 in Houston. The group walked the 3-mile portion of the race benefiting the Houston Downtown YMCA's Partner's Campaign which provides scholarship dollars for people in need of YMCA programs. More ... Boots and Bridle 4-H in need of sponsors for show The Wharton County Boots and Bridle 4-H Club is hosting an open horse show Saturday, Jan. 26 at the Wharton County Youth Fair Arena. The event will begin at 9 a.m. This is the first endeavor for the group and they are seeking sponsors to help offset costs associated with hosting the horse show. S... More ...
The philanthropic contributions of Adolph Hanslik continue with the announcement of a $100,000 matching donation to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center's capital campaign for construction of a new library museum archives building. More ...
Morgan Paige Garcia celebrated her second birthday Saturday, Dec. 8 at Kalynn's Special Teas. Morgan's "Dora the Explorer" themed party was hosted by her parents, Yvette and Rene Garcia, and her big brother, Ryan. Her actual birthday was Wednesday, Dec. 5. More ... Ornament party held for Sohrt Holly Sohrt, bride-elect of Dustin Kana, was honored with a Christmas ornament party from 4-6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 8 at the home of the hostess, Chris Kana, stepmother of the future groom. In keeping with the holiday theme, Christmas decorations were placed throughout the home. More ...
David and Yvonne Marcaurele of El Campo announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Renee Marcaurele, to Toby Lee Riha, son of Glenn L. and Kathy Riha of El Campo. The brideto be is a 2003 graduate of El Campo High School and a 2007 graduate of the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galves... More ... Baby shower honors Mersmann Amie Mersmann, wife of Ryan Mersmann, was given a baby shower Saturday afternoon at the home of Brenda Cerny of Sealy, Ryan's godmother and aunt. Hostesses were Brenda Cerny, Sara Cerny and Amy Mersmann- Martinez. A sign that read "It's a Boy" was placed on the front door. More ... DAR recalls Pearl Harbor Members of Comfort Wood Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, attended a luncheon Friday, Dec. 7 at the Pat-A-Cake on the Square in Wharton. The pineapple bell, this year's theme, was centered on the table. The purpose of the luncheon was to commemorate Pearl Harbor Day. More ...
Everyone uses the library, even Santa Claus. Seen here, Santa is checking out a Max Lucado book with the help of Ruthie Buzek, circulation librarian last week. In keeping with the Christmas spirit, the El Campo Branch Library invites everyone to hear the sounds of the brass ensemble from El Campo ... More ... SPJST announces camp T-shirt contest SPJST Lodge 30 Taiton youth club members met Sunday at the Taiton Community Center in conjunction with the lodge's annual Christmas social. The meeting was called to order at 11 a.m. by the president, Kenna Bubela. Members completed their December Vestnik projects. More ... Santa & Czech Singers visit nursing home The Czech Catholic Home held their annual Christmas party for residents Sunday, Dec. 9. Entertainment featured the Czech Singers directed by Frank Milder. Vocalists were Gladys Rod, Dorothy Srubar, Leon Kristynik, Hattie Kristynik, Mickey Howard, Margie Merta, Ella Merta and Charlie Merta. More ... Tickets on sale for Big Joe Polka Fest The Big Joe Polka Fest returns to the Big Red Barn in Carmine which is located between La Grange and Brenham in February. Despite temperatures in the 30s, polka fans filled the building at the first show in 2005. This year's event will be held Feb. 21-24. More ...
Wharton County 4-H was well represented this past Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Fort Bend open horse judging contest in Rosenberg. As a team, Kathleen Koenig of Brazoria and Jillian Jeane (left) and Shea Slattery, both of El Campo, finished first overall in halter judging, first overall in performance j... More ... DIAPER SET Giovanni Martinez Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Martinez of Columbus announce the birth of their first child, a son named Giovanni Manuel Martinez. The baby was born at 11:53 p.m., Nov. 20, 2007 at Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus weighing 6 pounds, 14 ounces. More ... Czech Heritage hears program on Holubs' travels Members of the Wharton County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society held their annual Christmas social Dec. 4 at the Taiton Community Center with 59 members attending. More ...
Jalene Quinones and Katelyn Molina (l-r) decorate Christmas ornaments at a recent Northside Elementary PTO meeting. More ... |
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