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St Josephs Day events mark Czech Village celebration
In Cedar Rapids St Josephs Day will feature a 2 p.m. parade in Czech Village with activities at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library. The museum hosts free admission for members, discounts for people named Joe or wearing red, and grandparent free entry with a paying grandchild. Activities include crafts, egg decorating classes by Mary Neidl, heritage tours, and a Czech Plus Band concert. The fifth annual Miss Czech Slovak Iowa Pageant is set for May 20 with a May 19–21 Honby Days in Czech Village, offering scholarships, a parade ride, interviews, and a crown for the winner.
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Cedar Rapids
St. Joseph’s
Czech Village
Deda
National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
16Th Ave
United Fire Group
Joe
Josephine
Jody
Wfla Heritage Hall
Mary Neidl
Iowa
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Czech Heritage Foundation