Published February 15, 2009 E-mail: info ... 2...Dar je $12. kartice dobite pri vratih na dan večerje ali če vnaprej rezervirate krvavico ali riževo klobaso pokličite župnišče

Published February 15, 2009 E-mail: [email protected] Est. MMVII

Phil Hrvatin Senior Editor Tim Percic Creative Design

EVENTS February February 1 Annual Stockholders Meeting

Sunday 1:00 p.m. Collinwood Slovenian Home 155335 Waterloo Rd. Cleveland, OH 44110 St. Mary's Church Palacinka (crepe) breakfast

8:45 to 12:00 noon. $7 adults, $4 children February 7 Annual Reverse Raffle

St. Mary’s Church – Collinwood. Annual reverse raffle with music by the Joey Tomsick Orchestra. Call Bill Kozak 216-731-9373 or Lou Koenig 216-481-0800 for additional information, The parish secretary Jo Ann Stinziano can be reached at [email protected]

Dinner/main board $50 Doors 6pm, Dinner 7:30 Bill Kozak 216.731.9373 Krofe at St. Vitus

Krofe being sold in the social room of the parish auditorium. Sponsored by Altar & Rosary Society. Morning until 1PM. February 10 ISCP Salon with Mladen Stropnik

Multidisciplinary Slovene artist and winner of the 2009 OHO award, Mladen Stropnik will present his work "Geris Magic Acid Bar" in a salon setting. The evening will also feature work by the artist Ana Ivanovska.

International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP) 1040 Metropolitan Avenue, 3rd Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11211 email: [email protected] web: www.iscp-nyc.org, www.solaprosticas.com February 13 Tomaz Salamun Poetry Reading at the Art Institute of Chicago

February 13, 2009 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Fullerton Hall No Admission Charge - Open to the Public More info February 15 St. Vitus Slovenian School Benefit Dinner 11:00 am and 1:00pm St. Vitus Auditorium. $12 for adults and a$6 for children.

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February 20 Violin Concert in St. Mary's

Nineteen year old Lucija Krišelj from Kranj Slovenia will perform a violin concert accompanied by piano in St. Mary of the Assumption Church on Holmes Avenue in Cleveland on Friday evening at 7 PM, February 20. Included in the concert will be works by Bach, Mozart, Mendelssohn and Slovenian composers. Young Lucija has been invited and granted a scholarship by Ohio University to come to Athens Ohio, after the Director of Music Department at Ohio University had a chance to hear her performance in Prague, Czech Republic. During her stay in Ohio she wishes to perform a concert and meet fellow Slovenians in Cleveland. Everyone is invited to this musical treat in St. Mary’s church on Holmes Avenue Friday, February 20 at 7 PM. No admission, but a free will offering will be welcome to cover expenses.

Koncert Mlade Violinistke

Devetnajsletna Lucija Krišelj iz Kranja, Slovenija, bo nastopila z violino ob spremljavi klavirja v cerkvi Marije Vnebovzete na Holmes Aveniji v petek zvečer ob sedmih, 20. februarja. Odigrala bo dela Bacha, Mozarta, Mendelssohna in slovenskih skladateljev. Lucija Krišelj je bila povabljena in dobila subvencijo na Ohio Univerzi v mestecu Athens. Povabilo je dobila od glasbenega direktorja na Ohio Univerzi, ko je nastopila kot gostinja v Pragi na Češkem. Med obiskom v tej deželi želi nastopiti in srečati slovenske rojake v Clevelandu. Vsi lepo vabljeni na ta glasbeni uzitek, 20. februarja ob 7h zvecer v cerkvi Marije Vnebovzete na Holmes Aveniji. Vstopnine ni, zaželjeni so prostovoljni prispevki za kritje stroškov.

February 20, 21 Pustne Krofe (lenten raised doughnuts) sale - St. Mary's Parish Hall - Collinwood

KROFE SALE. On Friday morning, February 20th and on Saturday morning, February 21st, the Altar Society will have its pre-lenten Krofe Sale in the parish hall. St. Mary's Parish Hall - Collinwood

KROFI. Članice Oltarnega društva imajo predpustno prodajo krofov v petek 20. februarja zjutraj in v soboto 21. februarja zjutraj v župnijski dvorani. St. Mary's Parish Hall - Collinwood

February 21 IT’S MASQUERADE TIME!

On Saturday, February 21st, we will have our pre-lenten Masquerade dinner and dance in the parish hall. Veseli Godci will play for your listening and dancing pleasure. We encourage families to bring their children, and start thinking about what excitingand unique costume you will wear this year. Donation is $20 for adults and $10 for children. Children under the age of 7 are admitted free. For reservations, please call the rectory office at 216-761-7740 or email the parish secretary Jo Ann Stinziano [email protected]

SPET JE ČAS MAŠKARADE! V soboto 21. februarja bomo imeli predpustno večerjo in ples v župnijski dvorani. Za ples in zabavo bo igral ansambel Veseli godci. Vabimo družine, da pripeljejo svoje otroke, in razmišljajte že za zanimiv kostum ki ga boste letos oblekli. Dar je $20. zaodrasle in $10. za otroke. Otroci pod 7. letom imajo vstop prost. Za rezervacije kličite župnišče 216-761-7740.

February 22 Slovenian Cultural Hour: Slovenian Cultural Day Celebration

In honor of Slovenian Cultural Day this month's Slovene Cultural Hour will feature readings of Slovenian-American authors and music by jazz musician Lenart Krečič and his band. Slovenian food will also be served.

The Church of St. Cyril 62 St. Mark's Place (E 8th St.) New York NY, 10003

Annual "Mardi Gras and Crafts" in St. Vitus parish auditorium.

Breakfast for adutls and kids and crafts for kids. Cost of breakfast is $5 adult and $3 child. After 9:30AM and 10:45AM Sunday Masses.

February 24 Fat Tuesday Koline (Sausage dinner) to benefit Slovenian Cultural Gardens - St. Mary's Collinwood - 4:30 - 7:30 PM

On Fat Tuesday, February 24th 2009 the Slovenian Cultural Garden Association is sponsoring a benefit pre-lenten dinner of rice and blood sausage and fresh garlic sausage at St. Mary’s parish hall.15519 Holmes Ave Cleveland, Ohio. The price of the dinner is $12 and tickets may be purchased at the door the evening of the event or dinner reservations of either rice or blood sausages may be phoned in to St. Mary Rectory Office at 216-761-7740 – parish secretary Jo Ann Stinziano [email protected].

ČAS KOLIN!

Na pustni torek 24. februarja, odbor Slovenskega kulturnega vrta sponzorira večerjo s kolinami v župnijski dvorani. Dar je $12. kartice dobite pri vratih na dan večerje ali če vnaprej rezervirate krvavico ali riževo klobaso pokličite župnišče na 216-761-7740

February 27 Slovenian Workmen’s Home Lenten Fish Fry

Lunch: Noon – 2:30pm Dinner: 3:00pm – 8:00pm

Choice of fish or shrimp. Served with coleslaw and choice of home fries or French fries. Dine in or take out $9.00

15335 Waterloo Rd Cleveland, Ohio 216-481-5378

Slovenian National Home Lenten Fish Fry

Remember to renew your $2 club room membership

Dinner: 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Polka jam session starts at 7:30pm. Choice breaded fish, baked cod or breaded shrimp. Served with soup, potato cheese pierogi coleslaw and choice of home fries or French fries. Dine in or take out

6409 St. Clair Ave Cleveland, Ohio 216-361-5115

Lenten Fish Fry

Slovenian Home 3563 East 80th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44105 Phone: 216.883.2963 www.thenash2.com

Lenten fish fry on February 27, March 13 ,27 Donation $9.00 Walleye dinners, or combos of pierogies, walleye or shrimp. Serving 5 to 7 on these dates with music provided

February 28 St. Mary's Lenten Fish Fry

St. Mary’s Parish Hall Collinwood Feb 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27 March 3 from 3:00 p.m.to 7:00 p.m. Entrees include fried ocean perch, baked cod, crab cakes, shrimp, combo meals and macaroni and cheese. All meals include generous portions of Slovenian potatoes, coleslaw or applesauce, dessert and coffee (free refills). Each Friday we will also feature a different lenten soup.Spread the word and invite your neighbors, family and friends to join us for a great Fish Fry.

POSTNE RIBJE VEČERJE, bodo v župnijski dvorani vsak petek v Postu (razen Velikega petka) od 3:00 do 7:00 zvečer. Jedilnik je; ocvrte in pečene ribe, “shrimp, crabcakes,” combo večerje in makaroni s sirom, s prilogami pražen krompir, zeljna solata ali jabolčni kompot, sladica in kava. Vsak petek bo tudi različna postna juha. Povabite vaše prijatelje in sosede, naj pridejo k nam na okusno ribjo večerjo.

February 5 – March 15: America. Shapes, Shadows, and Colors.

Exhibition of photographs by Slovenian Consul General in Cleveland, Ohio, dr. Zvone Žigon.

March

March 1 St. Mary's Church Palacinka (crepe) breakfast

8:45 to 12:00 noon. $7 adults, $4 children

St. Vitus Annual Communion Mass and breakfast for Catholic Order of Foresters (COF) Baraga and Maximilliam Courts

Communion Mass at 9:30 AM followed by breakfast in parish auditorium

Gala Concert - 4:00 PM

Combined Choruses (Fantje na Vasi, Korotan, Glasbena Matica, St Vitus and St Mary's choirs) Cleveland Women's Orchestra

Tickets - $10.00 - For questions, call Slov National Home (216-361-5115) or John Srsen (440 -463-8402) Available at the door - General admission seating - NO Tables (balcony is open) Doors Open at 3:15 PM Featuring -

Haydn's Creation symphony (part 1) for Chorus, Solo's and Orchestra Also, several numbers performed by the Cleveland Women's Orchestra Also, Mozart's "Ave Verum" and additional opera chorus (to be sung in Slovenian)

March 2 Life Line Screening of one to four screening tests

In St. Vitus parish auditorium from 9AM to 4:30PM. Screening tests include for stroke, carotid, atrial fibrillation, aortic aneurysm and arterial disease screening. Cost is $41 a tes with package for all four screenings only $139. Pre-registration required. Call 1-800-679-5192. First 50 regsitered parishioners of St Vitus only 59 years or older will receive a discount of $20 a test up to two tests ($40 maximum) due to donation to parish by Marta and Alan Glazen in memory of late Marija Tuljak. Sponsored bny Life Line Screening, Huron Hospital (affiliated with Cleevland Clinic), and St Vitus Parish.

March 6 Slovenian Workmen’s Home Lenten Fish Fry







Polka jam session starts at 7:30pm. Choice breaded fish, baked cod or breaded shrimp. Served with soup, potato cheese pierogi coleslaw and choice of home fries or French fries. Dine in or take out.


St. Mary's Lenten Fish Fry



March 7 Krofe at St. Vitus

Krofe being sold in the social room of the parish auditorium. Sponsored by Altar & Rosary Society. Morning until 1PM

March 8 St. Mary's Misson Aid Society (MZA) dinner March 9 Guest Speaker Kevin Myeroff at St. Vitus Auditorium

At 7PM. Well known economic and financial affairs commentror and author, Kevin Myeroff, to be guest speaker in parish auditorium. Talk and questions on current economic events and personal money matters. Mr Myeroff, CPA/CFP, is Chief Executive Officer and President of NCA Financial Planners, an independent financial planning firm, Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Myeroff has appeared on WKYC-TV3, 1100AM, and Q104FM. He wrote a book in 2001 entitled "Countdown to Retirement." He has also been recognized by both "Barron's" and "Worth" publications as a leading financial advisor in the USA. No admission charge. Light refreshments and pastry provided.










Lenten Fish Fry


Lenten fish fry on February 27, March 13 ,27 Donation $9.00 Walleye dinners, or combos of pierogies, walleye or shrimp. Serving 5 to 7 on these dates with music provided.




March 21 Federation of Slovenian National Home Awards

St. Clair Slovenian Home Cost $22 per person Dinner, music by the Wayne Tomsic Orchestra

Slovenian Workmen’s Home Lenten Fish Fry


















Lenten Fish Fry


Lenten fish fry on February 27, March 13 ,27 Donation $9.00 Walleye dinners, or combos of pierogies, walleye or shrimp. Serving 5 to 7 on these dates with music provided.




April

April 3 Slovenian Workmen’s Home Lenten Fish Fry












April 4 Night at the Races


Donation $10 includes door prizes, beer, pop, and hotdogs and pizza.

April 5 Annual St. Vitus parish Palm Sunday parish benefit dinner

Sponsored by parish organziations and KSKJ Lodge #25 (as a matching grant event). $12 adult and $6 child. Sit-down and take-out dinners to be available.

April 10 Slovenian National Home Lenten Fish Fry





April 25 Zarja Slovenian Singing Society presents “Alice in Zarjaland”

Slovenian Society Home 20713 Recher Avenue Euclid, Ohio

Dinner: 5:00pm Program: 7:00pm Dancing to the Jeff Pecon Orchestra: 8:00

Donation: $25.00 per person. For tickets or additional information: Vicky at 216-531-5542 or Barbara at 440-257-2540 Doug at [email protected]

Tickets also available at the Polka Hall of Fame Don’t forget our annual Fall Concert Sunday, November 9, 2009

April 27 Spring Fling

Schnitzel & Pasta Dinner - Slovenian Workman’s Home 15335 Waterloo Rd Cleveland, OH 216-481-5378

Dinners served from 4:00pm – 7:00pm

May

May 6 Orchestra and Choral Ensembe Performances at St. Vitus Church

CityMusic Cleveland, 32 piece chamber orchestra and Quire, 14 voice chamber choral ensemble, will perform Franz Schubert's "Stabat Mater" and "Schubert's Mass in G Major" plus selections from Charles Ives at 7PM in St.Vitus Church. Following the concert light food and refreshments to be served in the parish auditorium. No admission charge.

Zarja

presents

“Alice in Zarjaland”

on Saturday April 25, 2009

at the Slovenian Society Home 20713 Recher Avenue in Euclid, Ohio

Dinner: 5:00 Program: 7:00 Dancing to the Jeff Pecon Orchestra: 8:00

Donation: $25.00 per person

For tickets or additional information:

Vicky at 216-531-5542 or Barbara at 440-257-2540 Doug at [email protected]

Tickets also available at the Polka Hall of Fame

Don’t forget our annual Fall Concert Sunday, November 9, 2009

Slovenska Narodna Citalnica, Inc. 6417 St. Clair Ave. est. 1906 Cleveland, Ohio 44103 February 4, 2009 Dear Fellow Slovenians, They say, “Everything old is new again” or “Look through the eyes of a child”. The committee of the Slovenska Narodna Čitalnica of Cleveland Ohio has been doing exactly that, as we dust off the covers of our books, and page through our history. We are now beginning a new chapter of our legacy as we plan the new “edition”, the children's library. Won't you join us? Come to our Annual Meeting. At the Citalnica founding in 1906 the “Nova domovina” publisher, Rajko Fajgelj, invited the leadership of Slovenian clubs and organizations to combine forces and start a Slovenian library for their community. It may surprise some that, yes, we have been in continuous operation since 1906. There have been those, who through good times and bad, staunchly persevered in keeping the Slovenska Narodna Citalnica, Inc. available to the Slovenian community of Cleveland. We are the oldest cultural organization in continuous operation outside Slovenia, and the oldest private specialized library in Cleveland. If you are not yet a member, please join us. If you are an organization, please remember to appoint your organization's representative to our Advisory Board. Your continued financial support is greatly appreciated. All Slovenians and Slovenian organizations and their members are invited to attend this special meeting designed to answer questions regarding the future of the Slovenska Narodna Citalnica and the children's library. We invite you to be a part of it. It does not matter how much or how little you think you know about Slovenian history, nor how well you speak or understand the language. We are all committed to sharing and preserving our Slovenian American culture and heritage for ourselves and our children. The informative Annual Meeting of the Slovenska Narodna Čitalnica, Inc. is Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 2:00pm on the second floor of the Slovenian National Home, 6417 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland 44103. All Slovenians are welcome. THE SLOVENSKA NARODNA ČITALNICA Nenca Cerer, President Larry Hocevar, Secretary-Treasurer Joe Valencic, Vice-President Marie (Marinka Hočevar) Engstrom, Librarian

Nenca Cerer, President [email protected]

VIOLIN CONCERT IN ST. MARY’S CHURCH – COLLINWOOD Nineteen year old Lucija Krišelj from Kranj Slovenia will perform a violin concert accompanied by piano in St. Mary of the Assumption Church on Holmes Avenue in Cleveland on Friday evening at 7 PM, February 20. Included in the concert will be works by Bach, Mozart, Mendelssohn and Slovenian composers. Young Lucija has been invited and granted a scholarship by Ohio University to come to Athens Ohio, after the Director of Music Department at Ohio University had a chance to hear her performance in Prague, Czech Republic. During her stay in Ohio she wishes to perform a concert and meet fellow Slovenians in Cleveland. Everyone is invited to this musical treat in St. Mary’s church on Holmes Avenue Friday, February 20 at 7 PM. No admission, but a free will offering will be welcome to cover expenses. KONCERT MLADE VIOLINISTKE Devetnajsletna Lucija Krišelj iz Kranja, Slovenija, bo nastopila z violino ob spremljavi klavirja v cerkvi Marije Vnebovzete na Holmes Aveniji v petek zvečer ob sedmih, 20. februarja. Odigrala bo dela Bacha, Mozarta, Mendelssohna in slovenskih skladateljev. Lucija Krišelj je bila povabljena in dobila subvencijo na Ohio Univerzi v mestecu Athens. Povabilo je dobila od glasbenega direktorja na Ohio Univerzi, ko je nastopila kot gostinja v Pragi na Češkem. Med obiskom v tej deželi želi nastopiti in srečati slovenske rojake v Clevelandu. Vsi lepo vabljeni na ta glasbeni uzitek, 20. februarja ob 7h zvecer v cerkvi Marije Vnebovzete na Holmes Aveniji. Vstopnine ni, zaželjeni so prostovoljni prispevki za kritje stroškov.

Zvone Žigon reporting live from Windham New York Phil, Here are two photos from Wyndham "SlovenSKI Weekend". There were 52 people from New York, Pennsylvania, and our group from Cleveland Ohio. The Nastar giant-

slalom race is also organized for the group and this year there were 23 participants, competing in different age categories. On Saturday at Noon, most of the skiers meet at the top lodge for a group picture. The flag doesn't need to be brought up, as it is there permanently. This event is traditional, and organized by Ivan Kamin from New York, who is a ski-patrol on that ski resort and he makes sure that Slovenian flag is "there" all the time. Zvone

Fat Tuesday Koline (Sausage dinner) to benefit Slovenian Cultural Garden St. Mary's Parish Hall in Collinwood - 4:30 - 7:30 PM February 24, 2009 On Fat Tuesday, February 24th 2009 the Slovenian Cultural Garden Association is sponsoring a benefit pre-lenten dinner of rice and blood sausage and fresh garlic sausage at St. Mary’s parish hall.15519 Holmes Ave Cleveland, Ohio. The price of the dinner is $12 and tickets may be purchased at the door the evening of the event or dinner reservations of either rice or blood sausages may be phoned in to St. Mary Rectory Office at 216-761-7740 – parish secretary Jo Ann Stinziano [email protected].

ČAS KOLIN! Na pustni torek 24. februarja, odbor Slovenskega kulturnega vrta sponzorira večerjo s kolinami v župnijski dvorani. Dar je $12. kartice dobite pri vratih na dan večerje ali če vnaprej rezervirate krvavico ali riževo klobaso pokličite župnišče na 216-761-7740

Bill Azman maker of the famous Space Sausages will focus his attention on more earthly projects as he prepares for the Slovenian Cultural Garden Fat Tuesday dinner to be held at St. Mary’s Parish Hall in Collinwood. Photo February 14, 2009 by Phil Hrvatin

The Consulate General of the Republic of Slovenia in Cleveland hosted its fourth annual Kulturni Večer/Cultural Evening event last Sunday, February 8, at the Slovenian National Home on St. Clair Ave. The event was well attended and featured students from St. Mary's Slovenian School, St. Vitus Slovenian School, St. Vitus Adult Slovenian School and Lakeland Community College. Dr. Zvone Žigon was the evening's master of ceremonies and started the program with a brief description of 'France Prešeren Day' and how it is celebrated in Slovenia. Each student group recited poetry and entertained with instrumentals on piano and trumpet. Also presented by an adult student was a brief history of beekeeping in Slovenia. The evening began and ended with a choral ensemble of teachers from the local Slovenian schools. Both children and adults were engaging in their delivery and the evening was a delight. The cultural evening included a photography exhibit presented by the Slovenian Museum and Archives (SMA). The exhibit titled, “Ljubljana – Washington, DC ... and Cleveland” featured native Slovenian photographers displaying parallel similarities between geographical points of interest in Ljubljana and Washington D.C. Local Slovenian photographers displayed their views of nature, city architecture, and landscapes. Following the event, performers and audience members enjoyed klobase and strudel in the Kenik Room while being entertained by local musicians on accordion.

Photos courtesy of: Michael P. Rowane, DO, MS, FAAFP, FAAO Associate Clinical Professor of Family Medicine and Psychiatry, Case Western Reserve University Director of Medical Education, University Hospitals Richmond Medical Center Director of Osteopathic Medical Education, University Hospitals Case Medical Center 27100 Chardon Road Richmond Heights, OH 44143 UHRMC Medical Education: Office: 440-585-4821 Fax: 440-585-6141 [email protected]

A note from Frank Bucar in Duluth Minnesota I received this inquiry regarding Slovenian linguists and although I did several assignments interpreting for the Slovenian military when I was with the Air National Guard, I would find it difficult to devote the necessary time for such an assignment at this time. You may have gotten this message yourself and, if not, you may have the means to pass this on to someone who may be interested. Chief Master Sergeant Frank Bucar retired Minnesota Air National Guard Recruiting & Retention Superintendent

*** Good afternoon, I am a recruiter for Lionbridge Federal in Washington, DC and at the moment we are looking for freelance Slovene-English interpreters in the United States. I came across your contact information on the Internet and was wondering if you or someone you know would be interested in becoming a freelance interpreter. To give you a brief overview about our company, Lionbridge is an international company that works with several large government contracts as well as commercial clients. Our two largest contracts are with the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security. We recruit linguists to do on-site or telephonic interpretations for court assignments. Freelance interpreters are contracted part-time for need-based assignments. We don’t guarantee assignments until the interpreter has passed his/her Lionbridge Language Assessment and has cleared from a basic background check. The preliminary requirements for all Lionbridge interpreters are: - US citizen or Permanent Resident (green card holder) -Lived in the US for 3 of the past 5 years

Freelance interpreters take a brief over the phone language assessment for approximately 30 minutes. The assessment will test the interpreter¢s ability to interpret from the target language to English. Assessments are scheduled to be taken over the phone Monday thru Friday. Our pay rates vary depending on experience.

If this is something that interests you, please send me a copy of your resume and any certificates you may have. I look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you, Karina Martinez Recruiter Lionbridge Federal 1101 14th Street, NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC , 20005 , USA +1-202-741-4006 (office) www.lionbridge.com

History of "The Nash" The corner stone was placed on October 19, 1919 and sponsors at the christening of the building were Jacob Janchar and Mary Kuznik. The big day came on June 13, 1920. A grand opening complete with parade, speakers and festivities kicked off the hall in high style. At the opening, President, John Lekan stepped on the stage and among his first words were "This is our Slovenski Narodni Dom No.2 which we can all be proud." He was followed by other guest speakers and singing groups as Dr. Zvon, Slovenija and others. That night a dance was scheduled and an auction for the first dance was held. The auctioneer was Anton Globokar who opened the bidding at $5.00. Anton Grdini turned out to be the highest bidder at $65.00. His partner for the first dance was Agnes Bobna (Zagar). The festivities ran through the wee hours of the morning and all had a good time. It was truley a big day for the Slovenes in the Newburgh. Lean-years prompted by the depression in 1920 and 1921 - plagued the home as it tried to get up on it's feet. The leaders of the home and many of the shareholders can be credited with making a go of it. Several took liens on their homes just so the financial integrity of The Slovenian Home could be maintained. It was very tough making ends meet. Among the unsung hero's of that era were the custodians. They had the big task of tending bar, managing, maintaining and cleaning the home, plus taking care of any incedentals that came up. The first custodian was Frank Kokotek. The second was Ignac Jeric, who along with some of the directors, donated wine to the home to help meet expenses. Matt Zupancic, another custodian did the same. Among the people who deserve much credit for the success of the home during these trying years were Florian Cesar and Andrew Zagar. Mr Cesar had the thankless job of being financial secretary during the depression suffering

much mental anguish not knowing from day to day how the money would come in to meet expenses. He was honored as The Slovenian Man Of The Year through the Newburgh home through the Slovenian Federation of homes in 1964. Mr Zagar was loved by young and old alike, and devoted his life to the welfare of the home until his unexpected death on July 30, 1939. Sad news hit the home in 1924 with the death of it's president, John Lekan. Joseph Lekan was elected to succeed him and he held the post for the next 25 years. Under his leadership, the home grew and flourished. It was under his tenure of office that the mortgage was burned in 1929, a plaque honoring John Lekan was dedicated, the two lower leval rooms were remodeled and a great expansion program was launched in 1949. This expansion added a 12 lane bowling center, a banquet hall was built above the bowling center, which expanded the upper hall to a point where it could seat 700. The bar room facilities were expanded in the lower leval and a meeting room was added. On May 22, 1949, In conjunction with the homes 30th anniversary, the addition was dedicated and officially opened. On January 15th of that year, the bowling alley went into operation. The first alley manager was Joseph Kovach. In 1951, a new constitution and bi-laws were approved. The meticulous job of translating from Slovenian to English was done by Victoria Hocevar. Check back soon, more to follow..... Board of Directors President: Tony Mannion Vice President: Albin (Beanie) Resnik Secretary-Treasurer: Anna Mae Mannion Recording Secretary: Anna Mae Kostura Director: Dorothy Bishop Director: Olga Dorchak Director: Terry Stark Director: Scott Zura Director: Willie Mannion

3563 East 80th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44105 Phone: 216.883.2963 www.thenash2.com

U.S., Slovene Armies Conduct Largest Joint Training Exercise Embassy Events http://slovenia.usembassy.gov February 6, 2009 U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Bradley Freden and Defense Attache LTC Jeff Vestal joined Minister Jelušič on February 6 in Hohenfels, Germany to observe the training. Upon completion of the training, the Slovene Light Battalion Battle Group (LBBG) will be ready to take part in the KFOR mission in Kosovo as part of a multinational force helping to bring peace, stability and democracy to the Balkans. Demonstrating Slovenia’s dedication and commitment to supporting peacekeeping efforts throughout the world, the Slovene Light Battalion Battle Group (LBBG) is nearing completion of a rigorous course of training and readiness in cooperation with the U.S. Army in Hohenfels at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center. The LBBG, consisting of 1,100 soldiers, represents one-eighth of Slovenia’s standing army and is the largest deployment the Slovenian Armed Forces have conducted outside of their borders. Chargé d’Affaires Bradley Freden commented upon how deeply impressed the Americans were by Slovenian troops. “The Slovenian troops have shown exceptional professionalism and dedication to their craft. This joint exercise illustrates our two countries’ commitment to the common security and shared democratic values of the transatlantic Alliance,” Freden stated. Training together with the U.S. Army, the battle group is undergoing rigorous and realistic training at a state of the art facility, equipped with extensive monitoring and instrumentation that provide valuable

information and feedback to improve and enhance the units’ effectiveness. Since 2007, Slovenian troops have trained with U.S. and multinational troops in Germany to prepare for a variety of missions. Future joint training will continue to emphasize a professional and expeditionary mindset concentrating on Special Forces units, logistics, combat medicine, and other skill sets needed by Slovene forces currently engaged in NATO missions abroad.

Defense Minister Ljubica Jelušič greeting Slovenian troops at the largest joint training exercise conducted to date by U.S. and Slovenian troops.

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Prešeren Award Prizes Recipients in Washington

Ljubljana, February 7 – As a part of the celebration of Slovenian Cultural Day, Prešeren’ Day, the Prešeren Prizes and Prešeren Fund Prizes were given to individuals, who were recognized for their exceptional artistic and cultural contribution for Slovenia.

Prešeren Prizes, granted for life time achievements, were this year given to Actress Stefka Drolc and painter Zmago Jeraj.

The 85-year-old actress was rewarded for her countless roles in the theatre, film, radio and television, as well as for her work with students at the Ljubljana Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film and Television.

Her fellow laureate, Jeraj, 71, has established himself in nearly all fields of visual arts: painting, drawing, caricature, graphic arts, photography, theatre set design and film. His creativity has always been open to new ideas and global trends, which he has also helped create.

Prešeren Fund Prizes are distributed for specific accomplishments in the field of artistic endeavors.

This year the prizes went out to screen writer and director Miran Zupanič, novelist Goran Vojnović, actor Marko Mandič, composer Nenad Firšt, and to soprano Sabina Cvilak and sculptor Tobias Putrih.

Sabina Cvilak and Tobias Putrih are Slovenian artist, who have been gaining reputation also in Washington. Cvilak performed for a Washington National Opera twice in last two years, as Mimi in La Bohème (season 2007/2008) and as Michaela in Carmen (the season 2008/2009). Cvilak both times received numerous praises from the public and critics.

Sabina Cvilak

Tobias Putrih’s work appeared as part of the MoveMoment exhibition in 2007 at the Embassy of Slovenia. Putrih is known as sculptor, but his drawings are not to be overlooked. His free hand drawings are tracing singularly rational and at the same time playful abstract constructions.

Putrih also collaborated with Emil Memon on commissioned work for the Embassy, which will open at an exhibition later this year.

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Exhibition of photographs by Slovenian Consul General in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Zvone Žigon. Embassy of Slovenia.

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March 4 - Small Nations Poetry Reading. Grosvenor Auditorium at National Geographic, Washington, DC, at 7:00 p.m.

March 6 - La Grande Fete de la Francophonie.

Showcase of 35 countries' arts and crafts, food specialties, and cultural traditions of the francophone world. Music guest the famous Haitian group Tabou Combo. La Maison Française, 4101 Reservoir Road, NW – Washington, DC 20007.

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One of the panels for Slovenian Embassy by Putrih and Memon.

Interview Series:Mrs. Barbara K. Nelson

Honorary Consul

Mrs. Barbara Koval Nelson is Slovenian Honorary Consul for the Midwest, living in Kansas City. She grew up in Pennsylvania in a family, where

Slovenian heritage was cherished and Slovenian tradition past onto younger generations. She has been always enthusiastic

about Slovenia and has showed her enthusiasm in recent years through a very successful promotion of Slovenian culture within the US.

1. How would you describe your connection to Slovenia?

Growing up in Pittsburgh meant that being Slovenian was not that unusual. My mother's parents came from Slovenia in 1912 and all of her five children knew how proud and sentimental she was about her heritage. Eating her delicious walnut laden nut roll and listening to polka

music was just natural to all of us. It wasn't until I went to college at the Pennsylvania State University that I realized that not everyone had a Slavic background. As a journalist for McGraw-Hill's Magazines, including Business Week, I was sent to London and wrote stories from many cities in Europe and even had a by-lined column from the London Metals Exchange. During the summers in collage I was a stewardess on Capital, a non scheduled airline that took me mainly to Europe and Africa. Traveling is in my genes and my first trip to Slovenia left a lasting impression on me. I've never stopped wanting to help publicize the country. As a banker's wife, I have met many leaders of business and government and because we travel widely and have a lifetime of volunteering for causes we admire, I was delighted to become an Honorary Consul.

2. As a Slovenian Honorary Consul in Kansas, what part of this position do you experience as the most rewarding and challenging?

I especially enjoy introducing Slovenia to those who aren't certain just where it is on the map. When then Ambassador Žbogar came to Kansas City we visited with the Kansas City Star Editorial Board who wrote an article titled "Little Country with a Big Voice". During a visit with Kansas Governor, Kathleen Sebelius, we discussed the possibilities for increased trade and travel. She was interested in the thriving Slovenian community in Kansas who came to work in the slaughterhouses and meat packing plants in the early 1900's.

3. What are some of your latest engagements to promote Slovenia in Kansas and nationwide?

Many of that loyal group has been supportive of the events such as last summer's showing of the film “Slovenian Women in America” which I have sponsored. We reached many more on an hour long public radio show about Slovenia and the European Union. It's been a pleasure working with the Embassy staff, Slovenians from around the country (such as historian Joe Valencic of Cleveland) and serving with the 28 other Honorary Consuls in our Kansas City Consular Corps. I am currently preparing for this year's participation of Slovenia at the Kansas City Film Jubilee.

4. Do you travel to Slovenia often and do you plan on going soon?

In 2003, my brother and sisters and I traveled to Slovenia and found our Bitenc cousins in Rafolce and the Cevecs in Laseno. How surprised we were when they produced pictures of our American families from years ago and when they pulled out the button box to play traditional songs my mother would have loved. One cousin Anita Jemec traveling to America on business went to Ellis Island and saw where her relatives had been remember on a plaque. Next summer my son, Chris, is planning a trip to Slovenia, and we are hoping to go again very soon.

5. Are there any particular connections between Kansas and Slovenia


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that you want to especially point out?

I am especially proud of the Department of Slavic Languages at the University of Kansas and its department head, Marc Greenberg, which offers the only undergraduate four year degree in Slovenian in a major US University. Helping to fund students from Slovenia and from the USA in that program is high on my wish list as an Honorary Consul.

Slovenian Wine Tasting

We invite wine connoisseurs to sample a selection of Slovenian wines at the Zagat-rated Cheese Store of Beverly Hills

(link http://www.cheesestorebh.com/). Wine tasting will take place on February 17th, 18th and 19th from 7 pm to 9 pm. For reservations and details please checkhttp://www.cheesestorebh.com/events/tastings.asp

Small Nations Poetry Reading

A growing Washington tradition now in its fifth year, the Small Nations Poetry Reading brings together the ambassadors of nine countries - Austria, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Malta, Monaco, and Slovenia. The ambassadors read poetry from the countries they represent, in English and in their native languages, reflecting a different theme each year.

For this year’s reading, the poems selected will be related to the environment, and the event will be followed by a reception.

• Date: March 4, 2009 • Time: 7 p.m. • Location: Grosvenor

Auditorium at National Geographic, Washington, DC, USA

• Price NG Members/$15, General Public/$18

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