A fresh new sign hangs over the entrance of Cistern Hall following extensive renovations last year.

A fresh new sign hangs over the entrance of Cistern Hall following extensive renovations last year.

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Dancing Returns to Cistern Hall For First Time Since The '90s

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Wed, 04/01/2026 - 22:45
In July of 1948, a celebration of the new Cistern Recreation Hall was held with much food,...
Cistern Hall as it looked in 2018.

Cistern Hall as it looked in 2018.

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Cistern Hall Reopens Under New Owners

Gary E. Mckee Fayetteishome@gmail.com
Wed, 04/01/2026 - 22:45
Dancing has always been a byproduct in the establishment of a centralized meeting location for...
The Czechaholics were inducted into the South Texas Polka Hall of Fame at the 45th Annual South Texas Polka and Sausage Festival in Hallettsville last month. Picture are (back, from left) James Marek, Mayo Walker, Brian Svetlik, Mark Hermes, Brian Klekar, Eugene Klekar, (front) Greg Svetlik.

The Czechaholics were inducted into the South Texas Polka Hall of Fame at the 45th Annual South Texas Polka and Sausage Festival in Hallettsville last month. Picture are (back, from left) James Marek, Mayo Walker, Brian Svetlik, Mark Hermes, Brian Klekar, Eugene Klekar, (front) Greg Svetlik.

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Czechaholics Inducted into South Texas Polka Hall of Fame

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Wed, 04/01/2026 - 22:45
The Czechaholics was honored at the 45th South Texas Polka and Sausage Festival when they were...
FAYET TEVILLE POLK

FAYET TEVILLE POLK

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FAYET TEVILLE POLKA SUNDAYS

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Wed, 04/01/2026 - 22:45
The Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce staged their first Polka Sunday at the Fayetteville Performing...
Augie Meyers (left) and Gary E. McKee (right) in 2017.

Augie Meyers (left) and Gary E. McKee (right) in 2017.

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Editor's Log

Gary E. Mckee Fayetteishome@gmail.com
Wed, 04/01/2026 - 22:45
Editor’s Log Polkadate April 2026.
Babouci, a Czech brass band, will make several stops in Texas and beyond on their U.S. tour in April.

Babouci, a Czech brass band, will make several stops in Texas and beyond on their U.S. tour in April.

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Babouci: A Taste of Czech Brass in America

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Mon, 03/02/2026 - 11:46
Babouci, the renowned Czech brass band from South Bohemia led by Tomáš Staněk, will tour the United...
Clarence Baca's sister Rose Marie Baca Rohde (center) with her children Jimmy Rohde and Shannon Gerik.

Clarence Baca's sister Rose Marie Baca Rohde (center) with her children Jimmy Rohde and Shannon Gerik.

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Clarence Baca: 1920-2015

Gary E. Mckee Fayetteishome@gmail.com
Mon, 03/02/2026 - 11:46
Fayetteville’s Baca Band, established in 1892, was a tour de force of musical talent and...
Dancers packed the floor at Tom Sefcik Hall in Seaton at the Jerry Haisler dance last month.

Dancers packed the floor at Tom Sefcik Hall in Seaton at the Jerry Haisler dance last month.

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Polka: Still Alive and Kicking

Terri Ellison Polka Lovers Klub Of America (po.l.k
Thu, 01/29/2026 - 20:10
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, Polka music and dance is still alive and kicking!
DANCES - FESTIVALS - EVENTS - LIVE MUSIC

DANCES - FESTIVALS - EVENTS - LIVE MUSIC

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DANCES - FESTIVALS - EVENTS - LIVE MUSIC

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Thu, 01/29/2026 - 20:10
SWEET HOME: EZ Country at Sweet Home Hall (43 CR 391), 2-6 p.m. Call (254) 723-8853 for more...
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