Slovak cuisine is famous for many great dishes, but if only one should be selected, it would be definitely Halušky. This Slovak potato-based pasta will surprise you with its original flavor. We are going to substitute traditionally used “Brinza” cheese with more commonly available ingredients in the USA. Note: Suitable for vegetarians if bacon is...
As the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library celebrates it’s 50th anniversary throughout 2024, our Kava & Kolac (Coffee & Kolach) series will feature programs, concerts, highlights, and special events. Brew a pot of coffee, powder your kolaches, and join NCSML via Facebook Live or YouTube Live each first Friday of the month. Join us...
Students of all ages (preschool through college) are invited to visit the NCSML’s exhibits for free on the first Saturday of each month. College students must bring a current school ID card. Cost: Free with student ID. Sponsored by: UFG Insurance
The Quiet Hero is a true story about John Anton Drost who emerges as a beacon of hope, defying adversity and persecution with unwavering courage during WWII. His son, George Drost, current NCSML Board of Trustee Member, will give a presentation of his family's story. About The Quiet Hero Set against the backdrop of the...
Most of us are familiar with Bavarian-style pretzels, which are typical for their dark color. But Czechs and Slovaks have their own version of soft pretzels, too. We are going to prepare all parts of these delicious baked goods in the comfort of your own home. Note: Suitable for vegetarians.Join us from the comfort of ...
Ambroš Duo Prague, consisting of violinist Miroslav Ambroš and pianist Zuzana Ambrošová, will bring to life the music of Antonín Dvořák, Josef Suk, and Bedřich Smetana, and more during the evening's concert.Cost: Free with suggested freewill donation of $10 to help cover related costs.Program: Antonín Dvořák: Romantic Pieces op.75 Allegro moderato Allegro maestoso Allegro appassionato...
In socialist Eastern Europe, radio simultaneously produced state power and created the conditions for it to be challenged. As the dominant form of media in Czechoslovakia from 1945 until 1969, Communist officials, broadcast journalists, and audiences used radio technologies and institutions to negotiate questions of citizenship and rights. Rosamund Johnston will reconstruct the relationship between...
In this class, we are going to prepare one of the most popular Czech and Slovak sweet meals - delicious and soft mini buns generously covered with delicious vanilla pudding. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, it is common to have one sweet lunch a week, and both cuisines offer dishes that would remain more...
Czech'em Out Book Club meets on the third Monday of each month with NCSML volunteer Steve Pederson in the Skala Bartizal Library following the reading of each months selected book. About this months book: The Quiet Hero Set against the backdrop of the unspeakable atrocities of World War 2, John Anton Drost's true story unfolds...
Breaking, more commonly known as breakdancing in the United States, will make its debut as a competitive sport at the 2024 Summer Olympics to be held in Paris, France. Martin “MGbility” Gilian, Breaking Communication Leader and Co-founder & CEO, The Legits, LLC. based in Slovakia, will speak on the sport's history as being a part...
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Class participants will learn how to decorate eggs using the batik/wax resist method. The traditional wax resist process involves several stages of tracing designs with wax and dipping the egg in different colored dyes. Each student will leave with new knowledge and one finished egg. Class size is limited to 15 participants. Pre-registration is required....
Class participants will learn how to decorate eggs using the batik/wax resist method. The traditional wax resist process involves several stages of tracing designs with wax and dipping the egg in different colored dyes. Each student will leave with new knowledge and one finished egg. Class size is limited to 15 participants. Pre-registration is required....
Class participants will learn how to decorate eggs using the batik/wax resist method. The traditional wax resist process involves several stages of tracing designs with wax and dipping the egg in different colored dyes. Each student will leave with new knowledge and one finished egg. Class size is limited to 15 participants. Pre-registration is required....
Thanks to the efforts of three members of the Cedar Rapids Stamp Club, we have been able to organize our numerous stamp donations to make this exhibit possible. Join us for a reception recognizing the work that was done by these three on March 23 from 2 – 3 p.m. in the library. About the...
See members of the Cedar Valley Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild demonstrate their embroidery skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the fourth Thursday in Rozek Grand Hall.Cost: Free
The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library continues to partner with Anna Cooková, an instructor with CzechTalk, to offer online Czech language and culture lessons. The spring Beginner’s Czech Language & Culture I starts on Friday, March 29. Each class will be held from 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. central time every Friday from...
Please join us for a new program, Mluvme česky or Let's Talk Czech. This conversational Czech program with Diane Kozelka will be held each Tuesday from 5 - 6 p.m. CDT in-person in the NCSML boardroom (2nd floor) or online for nine sessions starting on April 2. For Zoom instructions please email msimoneau@ncsml.org.Cost: $15 for...
As the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library celebrates it’s 50th anniversary throughout 2024, our Kava & Kolac (Coffee & Kolach) series will feature programs, concerts, highlights, and special events. Brew a pot of coffee, powder your kolaches, and join NCSML via Facebook Live or YouTube Live each first Friday of the month. This month...
Students of all ages (preschool through college) are invited to visit the NCSML’s exhibits for free on the first Saturday of each month. College students must bring a current school ID card. Cost: Free with student ID. Sponsored by: UFG Insurance
