Coming in July: Meet Kelsey Lien, Facebook polka star. This San Antonio band director uses his talents as a multi-instrumentalist to create video recordings of some favorite polka tunes. Gary E. McKee tells us the story behind Elvis' first recording That's All Right Now, Mama. Theresa Parker shares the history of Martinez Social Club, about to celebrate its 106th anniversary. Justin Everett reviews the new Mark Halata & Texavia CD, and profiles internet DJ Dennis Svatek. More news: Tribute to South Texas Swing dance at Twin Sisters Dance Hall is coming in July...Remembering band leader and drummer Tony Janak...Meet the new king and queen of the National Polka Festival...Westfest will feature Brave Combo and SqueezeBox, plus reach the $1 million mark in giveback money to the West community. Lots of great photos from recent events, and, of course, we have your listing of dances, festivals, live music events, and church picnics.

Time is running out to get your advance tickets to the TPN 30th birthday bash! Deadline is midnight, Thursday, June 28. Click here to get your advance tickets for $10. Get ready to party: Saturday, June 30 at KC Hall in Schulenburg. Six polka bands * Dance lessons by Valina * Subscription drive winners announced * Unique raffle featuring lifetime TPN subscriptions and other items donated by our sponsors and friends * Slovacek's - official food sponsor * Shiner Beer - official band sponsor * Texas Folklife - official stage sponsor * Original Kountry Bakery Schulenburg - official kolache sponsor