Monogramming
Custom Embroidery
Heirloom Children's Clothing
Christening Gowns
Church Banners & Linens
Pillow Cases and More
by Martha Hann
town Bremond means much more than operating a thriving business in their hometown. It's
also about preserving traditions and promoting a sense of belonging. According to Jason, "The
core beginning of TSG Warehouse stems from the pride that Denise and I have in being Polish
and having memories of grandparents that still spoke the language. The Polish immigrants--the
way they lived and thought about life and had strong Polish traditions--are something to identify
with. The traditions get diluted if the 20 year olds and teenagers have no clue what these tradi-
tions mean. That's the challenge."
so many Texas towns were started by these same immigrants. Jason adds, "We go on the road
with a team of people for town festivals. Most people's passions stem from something real and
identifiable. In this case, they remember sitting with Grandmother in the kitchen making tradi-
tional meals. When guests visit our booth at the festivals, they'll tear up when they see recipes
written in our cookbook the way they were in Grandmother's cookbook."
South Main Street. "Some of the walls are eight bricks thick," states Jason, "and it's got high,
vaulted ceilings. We've added the comforts of modern day with air conditioning and such, but
it's got that look." Joined to the store is an event hall with a stage for live music. Jason includes,
"We'd like it to be used for family reunions, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays, even
New Year's Eve. It's a hoppin' place for Polish Day, Polski Dzien, during the 4th weekend in June.
Though it's not a bar, we can sell beer and will serve wine soon."
and Polish Texans," beer is a must and is served in the
store. Alongside traditional Polish pottery and t-shirts
proclaiming Czech heritage are authentic German
beer steins, made the way they have always been
made in Germany, with a lid. "The lid of the
stein was to keep f lies from landing in your
beer," adds Jason, "back when windows were
without screens. Polish pottery is famous
for its beauty of painted designs and
durability... a quality attributed
from unique clay found in
the area." He chuckles as he
adds, "Come by and see us.
Where else can you shop
for fine pottery with a
glass of beer in your
hand?"