Czech Heritage Society Holds Soup Social, 2026 Officers Installed
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Fayette County CHS officers for 2026, back row from left: Secretary Madelyn Karstedt; Director Cathleen Noska, front row from left: Directors Barbara Eilert, Vera Wehring, Adrienne Kobza; Vice-President/Historian Phyllis Teykl; President Betty Danner; Treasurer/Director Marilyn Cernoch; and Director Carolyn Heihnsohn.
The Fayette County Czech Heritage Society gathered Sunday, Feb. 15, at Hanslik Hall at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) for its annual Soup Social and February meeting. Attendees enjoyed a variety of homemade soups, sandwiches, and desserts.
The business meeting started with the installation of the new 2026 officers. Scholarship opportunities were highlighted during the meeting. The Fayette County CHS High School Scholarship, valued at $500, is currently open to local students, with applications due April 1. A State CHS $500 Victor Peter and a $1,000 Albert Blaha scholarship are available for first-year college students and high school seniors throughout Texas. More information can be found on the State CHS website.
The Fayette County CHS Chapter continues to search for youth of Czech or Slovak descent ages 6-26 who are interested in being crowned Fayette County CHS Royalty and representing Fayette County at the state pageant. This is a wonderful opportunity for young people to develop leadership skills and get more involved with their heritage. Please reach out to the chapter for more details.
The chapter is also preparing for a fundraiser at the La Grange Farmer’s Market on April 18. Members plan to offer homemade baked goods such as kolaches and strudel, along with noodles and farmfresh eggs. Proceeds will support chapter programs and community involvement.
The next Fayette County CHS meeting will be the annual picnic with sausage wraps, bingo, and a silent auction on June 6 at 6 p.m. Potential new members are always invited.