Thousands Descend on Ennis for the 59th Annual National Polka Fest
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The 59th National Polka Festival is now history.
Sun, 06/01/2025 - 00:00
Rose Marie Baca playing keys with her son Jimmy Rohde on drums during a tribute concert to the Baca Band in 2024.
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John R. Baca: June 3, 1892 – April 16, 1953 Rose Marie Baca Rohde: December 12, 1936 - July 28,…
Thousands of folks packed the church grounds at the Praha Picnic, held every year on Aug. 15.
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SCENES FROM PRAHA
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This year, the Praha Picnic fell on a Saturday. Folks came from all over the state and beyond for delicious fried chicken and stew and a day full of polka fun. It takes a small army to feed the thousands of hungry visitors. Here are a few scenes from the kitchen and dining hall.
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ON THE BEAT
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You’ve probably all heard the phrase, “They don’t make ‘em like they used to!
Sun, 06/01/2025 - 00:00
DANCES - FESTIVALS - EVENTS - LIVE MUSIC
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Editor’s Log, Polkadate September 2026 Well, it’s September, if you’re reading this you have...
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Editor’s Log Polkadate August 2026. Never a dull moment.
Thu, 07/30/2026 - 16:41
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Editors Log Polkadate June 2026. The picnic and festival season has begun.
Mon, 06/01/2026 - 15:01