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EASTER BAKERY SALE 🥐🧑🏻🍳🐣
Indulge in the rich flavors of sourdough bread, bread rolls, various kinds of koláče, vánočka, dumplings, and some tasty weekend specials – puff pastry and mazanec (a sweet bread with raisins and almonds commonly baked in Czech households for Easter).
📅 ORDER BY: Thursday, midnight
📍 PICK UP: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at T. G. Masaryk School
(5701 W 22nd Pl, Cicero)
💵 Proceeds: The bakery sale supports the renovation of the school's common room on the top floor. 100% of your tips go directly towards this initiative.
💰 PAYMENT: Cash only, on the spot
💻 Order for this Saturday: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AjNSiru7XpDCQ82P6_p7cHCvrRJ37LQHWnLmgQ1KU7s/edit?usp=sharing
Questions? Please email the baker’s family at parci@yahoo.com! Dobrou chuť!
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How It Works:
If the bakery sale is happening, an email will be sent on Wednesday with a Google Form to place your order. To receive these emails, kindly provide your email address to the Parči baker family at parci@yahoo.com.
Once you have provided your email to the baker family, you will receive an email on Wednesday with an attached Google Form if the bakery sale is happening that week. If you do not receive an email, it means there is no bakery sale for that Saturday. Open the Google Form and sign up for your desired treats by Thursday at midnight. Then, come to the school on Saturday between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM to pick up your order.
Please note: Not all items listed in the menu above will be available every week. The weekly selection will be reflected in the Google Form, so be sure to choose from the options provided for that week.
Indulge in the rich flavors of sourdough bread, bread rolls, various kinds of koláče, vánočka, dumplings, and some tasty weekend specials – puff pastry and mazanec (a sweet bread with raisins and almonds commonly baked in Czech households for Easter).
📅 ORDER BY: Thursday, midnight
📍 PICK UP: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at T. G. Masaryk School
(5701 W 22nd Pl, Cicero)
💵 Proceeds: The bakery sale supports the renovation of the school's common room on the top floor. 100% of your tips go directly towards this initiative.
💰 PAYMENT: Cash only, on the spot
💻 Order for this Saturday: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AjNSiru7XpDCQ82P6_p7cHCvrRJ37LQHWnLmgQ1KU7s/edit?usp=sharing
Questions? Please email the baker’s family at parci@yahoo.com! Dobrou chuť!
–––––––––––––––
How It Works:
If the bakery sale is happening, an email will be sent on Wednesday with a Google Form to place your order. To receive these emails, kindly provide your email address to the Parči baker family at parci@yahoo.com.
Once you have provided your email to the baker family, you will receive an email on Wednesday with an attached Google Form if the bakery sale is happening that week. If you do not receive an email, it means there is no bakery sale for that Saturday. Open the Google Form and sign up for your desired treats by Thursday at midnight. Then, come to the school on Saturday between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM to pick up your order.
Please note: Not all items listed in the menu above will be available every week. The weekly selection will be reflected in the Google Form, so be sure to choose from the options provided for that week.
Two creative evenings with Moravian folk artist and ethnographer Miroslava Ferstlová 🎨
Join us to explore the beauty of traditional Moravian ornament through hands-on workshops that combine a short introduction to folk traditions with guided painting sessions.
EASTER WORKSHOP 🐇🐣
Decorate wooden plant stakes in the shape of an egg and a bunny.
Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 5–7 PM
2 spots left, register here: https://forms.gle/h5dEWCKXVLZDHbt57
Details: https://mailchi.mp/czechschoolchicago/easter-workshop
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MORAVIAN ORNAMENT PAINTING WORKSHOP 🖌️
Create your own design using acrylics on a handbag.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 7–9 PM
Register by April 6 here: https://forms.gle/8w15BVV6gTBk5DGc6
Details here: https://mailchi.mp/czechschoolchicago/ornament-workshop
Join us to explore the beauty of traditional Moravian ornament through hands-on workshops that combine a short introduction to folk traditions with guided painting sessions.
EASTER WORKSHOP 🐇🐣
Decorate wooden plant stakes in the shape of an egg and a bunny.
Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 5–7 PM
2 spots left, register here: https://forms.gle/h5dEWCKXVLZDHbt57
Details: https://mailchi.mp/czechschoolchicago/easter-workshop
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MORAVIAN ORNAMENT PAINTING WORKSHOP 🖌️
Create your own design using acrylics on a handbag.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 7–9 PM
Register by April 6 here: https://forms.gle/8w15BVV6gTBk5DGc6
Details here: https://mailchi.mp/czechschoolchicago/ornament-workshop
LIVING PHILOSOPHY OF VÁCLAV HAVEL: AN ANTIDOTE TO THE CHAOS OF OUR TIME – a talk by Tomáš Sedláček, director of the Václav Havel Library 📚
📅 April 29, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM
📍 Classics Building, 1010 E. 59th St., Room 110, University of Chicago or via Zoom (registration required)
Free and open to the public. No registration required for in-person attendance.
TOMÁŠ SEDLÁČEK is a Czech university lecturer, Chief Macroeconomic Strategist, and author, but is best known as an economics expert with a unique and influential style of thinking. His role as an economic advisor to former Czech Republic President Václav Havel (2001–2003) gave him a strong grounding in globalization and economic strategy. Later (2003–2006), he served as a non-political economic advisor to the Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister of the Czech Republic. For 16 years, he was Chief Macroeconomic Strategist at ČSOB, the largest Czech bank, and has been a longstanding member of the Czech National Economic Council.
Tomáš Sedláček’s stellar career undoubtedly reached a turning point with the publication of his book, The Economics of Good and Evil, in 2011. Not just a bestseller in the Czech Republic, it has been translated into 22 languages and received numerous international awards.
📅 April 29, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM
📍 Classics Building, 1010 E. 59th St., Room 110, University of Chicago or via Zoom (registration required)
Free and open to the public. No registration required for in-person attendance.
TOMÁŠ SEDLÁČEK is a Czech university lecturer, Chief Macroeconomic Strategist, and author, but is best known as an economics expert with a unique and influential style of thinking. His role as an economic advisor to former Czech Republic President Václav Havel (2001–2003) gave him a strong grounding in globalization and economic strategy. Later (2003–2006), he served as a non-political economic advisor to the Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister of the Czech Republic. For 16 years, he was Chief Macroeconomic Strategist at ČSOB, the largest Czech bank, and has been a longstanding member of the Czech National Economic Council.
Tomáš Sedláček’s stellar career undoubtedly reached a turning point with the publication of his book, The Economics of Good and Evil, in 2011. Not just a bestseller in the Czech Republic, it has been translated into 22 languages and received numerous international awards.
Living Philosophy of Vaclav Havel: An Antidote to the Chaos of Our Time - a talk by Tomáš Sedláček
Václav Havel developed a unique and practical philosophy grounded in the existence of meaning, one that remains strikingly relevant in both person...
This April marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Vojta Náprstek (1826–1894), one of the most remarkable figures of the Czech 19th century — innovator, philanthropist, traveler, and supporter of Czech communities abroad.
Join us for the second lecture in our online series with Dr. Markéta Křížová from Charles University in Prague:
“THE MAN WHO BROUGHT THE WIDE WORLD TO THE CZECHS: THE HISTORY OF THE NÁPRSTEK MUSEUM”
📅 Sunday, March 29, 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM CT
💻 Online via Zoom
It is still not too late to join the series — upon registration, you will also receive access to the recording of the first lecture.
🎟 $15 for the full series / $10 single lecture
🎥 All lectures are recorded and available for 30 days
👉 Register here to receive your Zoom link:
https://forms.gle/Am5VQyM8Cjho1Hcp7
Presented by the T. G. Masaryk Czech School in collaboration with the Czechoslovak Heritage Museum
Innovator, philanthropist, patriot: Vojta Náprstek (1826–1894) was a fascinating figure who left a deep mark on Czech society and on the long-term relations between Bohemia and Czech communities abroad. He spent ten years in the United States (1848–1858), where he worked as a journalist, supported Czech emigrants, and studied the life and culture of Native Americans. After returning to Prague, he promoted the ideals of American democracy and scientific progress.
He founded the Czech Industrial Museum (later the Náprstek Museum), opened his library to the public, and became actively involved in public life. He supported a wide range of social reforms, from education for girls to civic marriage and cremation, and was a devoted supporter of Czech travelers abroad. In 1888, he co-founded the Czech Tourist Club. Both the museum and the Tourist Club still exist today, testifying to his lasting legacy. The 200th anniversary of his birth, celebrated in April 2026, offers an opportunity to revisit his remarkable life and work.
Join us for the second lecture in our online series with Dr. Markéta Křížová from Charles University in Prague:
“THE MAN WHO BROUGHT THE WIDE WORLD TO THE CZECHS: THE HISTORY OF THE NÁPRSTEK MUSEUM”
📅 Sunday, March 29, 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM CT
💻 Online via Zoom
It is still not too late to join the series — upon registration, you will also receive access to the recording of the first lecture.
🎟 $15 for the full series / $10 single lecture
🎥 All lectures are recorded and available for 30 days
👉 Register here to receive your Zoom link:
https://forms.gle/Am5VQyM8Cjho1Hcp7
Presented by the T. G. Masaryk Czech School in collaboration with the Czechoslovak Heritage Museum
Innovator, philanthropist, patriot: Vojta Náprstek (1826–1894) was a fascinating figure who left a deep mark on Czech society and on the long-term relations between Bohemia and Czech communities abroad. He spent ten years in the United States (1848–1858), where he worked as a journalist, supported Czech emigrants, and studied the life and culture of Native Americans. After returning to Prague, he promoted the ideals of American democracy and scientific progress.
He founded the Czech Industrial Museum (later the Náprstek Museum), opened his library to the public, and became actively involved in public life. He supported a wide range of social reforms, from education for girls to civic marriage and cremation, and was a devoted supporter of Czech travelers abroad. In 1888, he co-founded the Czech Tourist Club. Both the museum and the Tourist Club still exist today, testifying to his lasting legacy. The 200th anniversary of his birth, celebrated in April 2026, offers an opportunity to revisit his remarkable life and work.
Easter Workshop with Miroslava Ferstlová 🐇🐣
Join us on Easter Saturday for a special workshop with Moravian folk artist and ethnographer Miroslava Ferstlová and explore the beauty of traditional Moravian ornament. The program includes an introduction to Czech Easter traditions, followed by a guided painting of traditional Moravian designs using acrylics on wooden decorations—plant stakes in the shape of an egg and a bunny.
Space is limited to just 15 participants, so we encourage you to reserve your spot soon. Registration will be confirmed for each participant by March 31, 2026. Aprons or work clothes are recommended.
📍T. G. Masaryk School
📆 Saturday, April 4, 2026
🕰️ 5–7 PM
💵 registration fee $20 includes light refreshments and all art supplies
💻 register here: https://forms.gle/g6qGGo6acddVMzvu5
The registration fee of $20 should be submitted by March 31, 2026 using one of the following options:
💵 PayPal/credit card: at www.paypal.com using info@czechschoolchicago.org
💵 Venmo: @masaryk-czech-school
💵 Check: Please make your check payable to T. G. Masaryk School, write EASTER WORKSHOP in the memo line, and mail it to:
T. G. Masaryk School
5701 W 22nd Place
Cicero, IL 60804
This workshop is presented by the T. G. Masaryk Czech School and by the Czechoslovak Heritage Museum.
Join us on Easter Saturday for a special workshop with Moravian folk artist and ethnographer Miroslava Ferstlová and explore the beauty of traditional Moravian ornament. The program includes an introduction to Czech Easter traditions, followed by a guided painting of traditional Moravian designs using acrylics on wooden decorations—plant stakes in the shape of an egg and a bunny.
Space is limited to just 15 participants, so we encourage you to reserve your spot soon. Registration will be confirmed for each participant by March 31, 2026. Aprons or work clothes are recommended.
📍T. G. Masaryk School
📆 Saturday, April 4, 2026
🕰️ 5–7 PM
💵 registration fee $20 includes light refreshments and all art supplies
💻 register here: https://forms.gle/g6qGGo6acddVMzvu5
The registration fee of $20 should be submitted by March 31, 2026 using one of the following options:
💵 PayPal/credit card: at www.paypal.com using info@czechschoolchicago.org
💵 Venmo: @masaryk-czech-school
💵 Check: Please make your check payable to T. G. Masaryk School, write EASTER WORKSHOP in the memo line, and mail it to:
T. G. Masaryk School
5701 W 22nd Place
Cicero, IL 60804
This workshop is presented by the T. G. Masaryk Czech School and by the Czechoslovak Heritage Museum.
BATHROOM RENOVATION SERIES – FINAL UPDATE 🚽
Automatic flushing, automatic light, soap dispenser – we have it all. And we think the bathroom even looks a bit similar (although much smaller) to the one Jan Masaryk had at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Prague.
The renovation is finished, and we would like to thank Vlad Havlik and his crew for their outstanding work and for caring about every detail! We invite everyone to come see it for themselves—and put it to good use—during our April cultural events and workshops!
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If you would like to become a sponsor of toilet paper for the months to come, here are the ways:
🚽 PayPal: You can make a donation through www.paypal.com by sending your contribution to info@czechschoolchicago.org.
🧻 Venmo: If you prefer using Venmo, you can donate by searching for our account @masaryk-czech-school.
🪠 Check: For those who prefer to donate by check, please make it payable to T. G. Masaryk School and write “BATHROOM” on the memo line. Mail the check to:
T. G. Masaryk School
5701 W 22nd Place
Cicero, IL 60804
Masaryk School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. If you would like us to provide a letter for tax purposes, please email klara@czechschoolchicago.org.
Automatic flushing, automatic light, soap dispenser – we have it all. And we think the bathroom even looks a bit similar (although much smaller) to the one Jan Masaryk had at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Prague.
The renovation is finished, and we would like to thank Vlad Havlik and his crew for their outstanding work and for caring about every detail! We invite everyone to come see it for themselves—and put it to good use—during our April cultural events and workshops!
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If you would like to become a sponsor of toilet paper for the months to come, here are the ways:
🚽 PayPal: You can make a donation through www.paypal.com by sending your contribution to info@czechschoolchicago.org.
🧻 Venmo: If you prefer using Venmo, you can donate by searching for our account @masaryk-czech-school.
🪠 Check: For those who prefer to donate by check, please make it payable to T. G. Masaryk School and write “BATHROOM” on the memo line. Mail the check to:
T. G. Masaryk School
5701 W 22nd Place
Cicero, IL 60804
Masaryk School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. If you would like us to provide a letter for tax purposes, please email klara@czechschoolchicago.org.
