This article by Ray Spitzenberger first appeared in IMAGES for August 27, 2020, East Bernard Express, East Bernard, Texas. Festivals have been celebrated throughout the world as far back as history records. Festivals, Fests, Fiestas, Fairs, Picnics! Whatever you call them, there seems to be a strong need for them within the hearts of […]
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Join Harris County Precinct 4 folks on a virtual Encore! Excursion as they explore the Texas Wendish Heritage Museum to learn more about the history of the Wends who immigrated to Texas in the mid-19th century.
Encore! Excursion to the Texas Wendish Heritage Museum Read More »
Wharton County, like much of the Houston area, experienced a “Cool Front” on Monday, and while it was definitely not a “Cold Front,” it did cool things down a bit (90 high instead of 97). The night before, when the weatherman was forecasting a “Cool Front,” he made it very clear that we did not need to get out our blankets or sweaters.
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This excellent English-language video outlines the history of the Sorbs in Germany beginning with their origin around AD 730.
History of the Sorbs: Slavs of Germany (Lužički Srbi) Read More »
This is an audio recording of a Catholic Mass in Upper Sorbian. Note: An earlier version of this post incorrectly identified the language as Lower Sorbian.
Catholic Mass in Upper Sorbian Read More »
The lyrics to this song can be found here: https://vetoria-records.bandcamp.com/track/09-hanka-traditional
Upper Sorbian Folk Song – W jadnej ruce Hanku Read More »
Ever wondered what Upper Sorbian sounds like when spoken by a native speaker? Check out this video!
WIKITONGUES: Rejzka Speaking Upper Sorbian Read More »
Hear some numbers and basic phrases (with English equivalents shown on-screen) in Upper Sorbian.
The Sound of the Upper Sorbian Language (Numbers, Greetings, Words & Phrases) Read More »
Hear some numbers and basic phrases (with English equivalents shown on-screen) in Lower Sorbian.
The Sound of the Lower Sorbian Language (Numbers, Greetings, Words & Phrases) Read More »
In this German-language video (with English subtitles), three Sorbian speakers discuss their language.
European Free Alliance TV: The Sorbian Languages and Me Read More »
