Magyar News, 1991. szeptember-1992. augusztus (2. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1992-06-01 / 10. szám
GO, GO, GO (MISS JUNIOR AMERICA) The Miss Junior America pageant will be held in Rye Brook, N. Y. at the Rye Town Hilton from July 23-26. During the four days of competition, Miss Beres will first meet with the other contestants from New England. The second day she will rehearse for the pageant and later that evening she will be competing in the talent show, in which she will be accompanying herself on the piano to Ice Castles. And finally, the pageant show! This day consists of an interview with the judges, sportswear competition, state/county competition and then the evening gown competition. Miss Beres will be representing Fairfield County as the “Dogwood Tree.” On the last day, she will have an opportunity to meet with major casting directors. Maybe someone will scout her for a commercial or even a Movie! (We all hope.) To help defray some of the expenses, the pageant is putting out a program book with ads. Only two months left until the pageant. Miss Beres has worked hard at selling ads. She is responsible for 3 pages. Miss Beres states, "Everyone here has been very supportive. I’d like to thank all the people who placed ads: Mr. Géza Bodnar of Continental Motors Inc., Judith Racz of European Nail Salon, Global Travel, Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Beres, Dr. Bernard Sherlip, Kathy Michelsen, Aqua-Lawn Inc., Thomas Maniscalco of Nationwide Insurance, MargeMangieiriof Columbia Travel, Town Fair Tire, KalengInc.,Kalco Development and Abby Tent and Party Rental. Without hesitation all these people supported me with their kind Hungarian hearts. They all believe I have a special quality to be successful in my endeavors. Ever since the age of three, I’ve performed many times at the Hungarian festivals in Calvin Hall. A special thanks to Sárika Balogh. Without her I don't think I’d ever have an opportunity to meet these many nice people and have a chance to be on stage. Thanks again to everyone, I love you all!” If you are interested in placing an ad or giving a donation, please don ’ t hesitate to reach Kristina Beres at: 61 Longfellow Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06430, Telephone: (203) 335-4648. The ads run from $35.00 up to $245.00. TO ME IT WAS JUST A POEM One of the requirements for the Mary Katona Scholarship, given out by the American Hungarian Heritage Association, is an essay on an experience in the Hungarian community. This was written by one of our applicants. My parents emigrated from Hungary in 1971. When my brother and I were going to school, we learned two languages at once. At school we’d speak English and at home Hungarian would be utilized. It was important for my parents to keep the Hungarian tradition, and so my brother and I were sent to Hungarian language class. When I was three and a half years old, I was asked to recite a poem for the Hungarian festival. I couldn’t read that well so my parents had to repeat everything until I memorized it. Every night it was necessary for me to practice. Sooner than I thought, the “big” day had come for me to recite the poem. I was excited because my parents said if I did a good job they would give me something in return. Once I got on the stage I noticed the bright lights on me. Eventually H00HNG SHINGLES LEADERS JOHN BOGNÁR ROOFING & SIDING 73 Melrose Avenue Bridgeport. CT 06605 (203) 579-4316 Free Estimates • Full Insurance ('.III II its SIDINGS I started reciting the poem. Then I just had to make sure that I didn’t get too nervous. Before I knew it, the crowd started to clap. It amazed me to see the people cry. To me it was just a poem, but for the audience it reopened the wounds of the revolution that the people thought time had long since healed. After thirteen years of growing up in America, my parents thought it would benefit me to take a trip to Hungary. On my first trip to Hungary, I finally had a chance to meet with my grandparents and other relatives. I was in Hungary for two months and I experienced life in Kisvarda and Pécs. On my second trip to Hungary I visited close relatives and toured. I am proud of being brought up in a Hungarian community. My parents have helped me so much. They have illuminated the life which is lived in the homeland. And therefore I feel connected with all Hungarians. For this I am truly grateful. Kristina Beres THIS SILVER IS WORTH GOLD Everybody would disagree w ith this statement, “Because with a little gold, one could buy a lot of silver.” But when it comes to a Silver Jubilee forFr. RobertNemeth, OFM, then everything becomes possible. Those 25 years of priesthood in the service of God and the Hungarian community could only be measured with the gold of our soul. We thank him for all he has done and wish him There arealso wonderful prizes that Miss Beres could win. To start off with, $ 1,000.00 cash, a fur coat, a 1/2 ct. diamond ring, a leather luggage set, crown, sash, roses, and winner’s trophy. We wish her the best of luck! good health and happiness so 25 years from now we could celebrate the gold with the gold. On June 7th the parish will honor Fr. Nemeth with a Mass at 2:00 p.m. at St. Emery Church and will be followed by a Banquet at Sand’s Manor from 4 to 9 p.m. The dinner ticket is $20.00, and you have a choice of Roast Beef, Chicken or Fish. For reservations, call Frank Polke, 334-5174. HCSC NEWS Organized by the Hungarian Cultural Society of Connecticut and dedicated to help Hungarian minorities help themselves. Since their four years of existence the group donated profits from their functions to rebuilding houses devastated by flood, building of a school, supplying clinics with basic medical necessities, as well as other smaller humanitarian donations. Two Upcoming Functions: Well known Hungarian husband and wife team: Actor Peter Huszti and Actress Ildikó Piros will again since 1990, perform by popular request.- Friday, June 26, 7:30 p.m., Calvin Hall, Fairfield, CT. - Saturday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., Liederkrantz, Newington, CT. Admission will be: $10.00, $5.00 for children under 16 years. Call 368-6111; 389-0612; 272-0443. The entertaining and exciting program will include songs, cabaret pieces, comic sketches as well as excerpts from the classics. We know you will have a great time!!
