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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED*** St. Vitus Altar Society Krofe Sale
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled by the organizer. The next Krofe Sale will be Saturday\, Oct. 10. \n 
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/st-vitus-altar-society-krofe-sale-3/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260822T134556Z
CREATED:20260822T134556Z
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SUMMARY:Vinska Trgatev/Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nJoin us for a cozy\, fall afternoon with friends as you develop your taste buds with some lovely wines from Debonné Vineyards. A goulash and polenta dinner ($18) and čevapčiči will also be available for dinner. Back by popular demand\, enjoy the musical talents by Patty C and the guys. \nAll are welcome\, but there is a non-member entrance fee of $5 for those who are not members of Slovenska Pristava. \nContact 440-487-9830 or fun@pristava.org with any questions pertaining to the event. \nhttp://www.slovenskapristava.org
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/vinska-trgatev-wine-festival/
LOCATION:Slovenska Pristava\, 1024 Brandt Rd\, Geneva\, OH\, 44041\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Slovenska Pristava":MAILTO:fun@pristava.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T181039Z
CREATED:20260831T181039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T181039Z
UID:11244-1789214400-1789243200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Polka Hall of Fame Sausage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Sept. 12 (Sat.) – Polka Hall of Fame Sausage Festival –  Noon – 8:00 PM Annual Polka Hall of Fame Sausage Festival @ SNPJ Farm Polka music\, sausages\, and dancing! Vote for your favorite sausage. Admission: $12 in advance\, $15 at the gate Information at: https://www.snpjfarmkirtland.com/summerschedule \nSNPJ Farm 10946 Heath Rd\, Kirtland\, OH
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/polka-hall-of-fame-sausage-festival/
LOCATION:SNPJ Farm\, 10946 Heath Rd\, Kirtland\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="National Cleveland-style Polka Hall of Fame":MAILTO:PolkaShop@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260831T181525Z
CREATED:20260831T181445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T181525Z
UID:11246-1789579800-1789579800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Culinary Class with Discover Slovenia in Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:Culinary Class: Breskvice (peach cookies) Learn to prepare delicious Slovenian dessert called “breskvice” during this culinary evening. Class is hands-on. \nAdmission: $20 pp Registration required. \nMore information at: https://www.facebook.com/share/14oNT2Hm Ntv/ \nSlovenian National Home\, 6417 St. Clair Ave.\, Cleveland
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/culinary-class-with-discover-slovenia-in-cleveland/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTSTAMP:20260831T182148Z
CREATED:20260831T182114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T182148Z
UID:11248-1789669800-1789669800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Literary Evening Celebrating the 120th Anniversary of the Slovenian Reading Society in Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:Sept.  17 (Thur.) – Literarni večer ob 120.obletnici Slovenske čitalnice v Clevelandu/Literary Evening Celebrating the 120th Anniversary of the Slovenian Reading Society in Cleveland\, at Slovenian National Home\, 6:30pm. \nThe Consulate General in Cleveland will host an evening celebrating the poetry and legacy of Srečko Kosovel\, honoring his lasting contribution to Slovenian literature and culture. Special guest Ms. Suzana Lep Šimenko\, Minister for Slovenians Abroad of the Republic of Slovenia will join us. \nAdmission is free but registration is required. Contact sloconsulate.cleveland@gov.si to register. \nVisit https://www.gov.si/en/representations/consulate-general-cleveland/ for more information.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/literary-evening-celebrating-the-120th-anniversary-of-the-slovenian-reading-society-in-cleveland/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Consulate General Cleveland":MAILTO:sloconsulate.cleveland@gov.si
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T183000
DTSTAMP:20260831T182729Z
CREATED:20260831T182700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T182729Z
UID:11251-1789756200-1789756200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:The Cleveland Era: A Global Welcome with Joe Cimperman and Global Cleveland
DESCRIPTION:Sept. 18 (Thur.) – The Cleveland Era: A Global Welcome with Joe Cimperman and Global Cleveland\, at Cleveland City Hall Rotunda\, 6:30pm.  \nVisit https://www.gov.si/en/representations/consulate-general-cleveland/ for more information.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/the-cleveland-era-a-global-welcome-with-joe-cimperman-and-global-cleveland/
LOCATION:Cleveland City Hall Rotunda\, 601 Lakeside Ave E\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Cleveland OH
ORGANIZER;CN="Consulate General Cleveland":MAILTO:sloconsulate.cleveland@gov.si
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260831T183127Z
CREATED:20260831T183127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183127Z
UID:11254-1789909200-1789930800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNPJ Grape Festival Picnic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Gates open at 1pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParade at 2:45pm \nAdmission: $8/per person\, or Join in the parade in costume and/or bring your instrument and your admission will be free! \nMusic from 3pm – 7pm – Music by The Tony Fortuna Band \nCome out and see if you can swipe the candy and fruit hanging above the dance floor and avoid Slovenian jail! \nHarvest parade starts at 2:45pm. Music by The Tony Fortuna Band \nhttps://www.snpjfarmkirtland.com/summer-schedule
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snpj-grape-festival-picnic-dance/
LOCATION:SNPJ Farm\, 10946 Heath Rd\, Kirtland\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SNPJ Farm":MAILTO:SNPJfarmevents@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260822T133821Z
CREATED:20260822T133753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T133821Z
UID:11165-1790355600-1790355600@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNH 2nd Annual Oktoberfest Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Starting at 5:00 PM\, come celebrate Oktoberfest\, featuring beer from Noble Beast Brewing\, music by Fešta Band\, and Slovenian sausage or Čevapi on the grill. The Cleveland Bocce Club will also have a tournament at the event. \n$5 admission at the door. \nOnsite parking is available at no charge. \nSlovenian National Home\n6417 St. Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44103 \nMore info: https://www.slovenianhome.com
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snh-2nd-annual-oktoberfest-beer-garden/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260822T133352Z
CREATED:20260822T133253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T133352Z
UID:11163-1790521200-1790521200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SCGA America250 Project Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Recently\, the Cleveland Cultural Gardens launched the America 250 Project\, an initiative honoring the diversity of America by recognizing individuals from the many countries and cultures represented in the Cultural Gardens who have made a lasting impact while living in the United States. \nThe Slovenian community was invited to select three individuals whose contributions have significantly enriched and preserved Slovenian heritage\, culture\, and traditions in the United States. \nTo celebrate the three honorees\, James Debevec\, Dr. Edward Gobetz (Gobec)\, Mrs. Breda Loncar\, the Slovenian Cultural Garden Association will host a special commemoration on Sunday\, September 27\, 2026\, beginning at 3:00 p.m. at the Slovenian Cultural Garden\, 820 East Boulevard\, Cleveland\, Ohio. \nWe warmly invite everyone to join us as we celebrate these individuals and recognize the lasting impact they have made on our Slovenian community. \nFor more information on this event\, please visit www.slovenianculturalgarden.com
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/scga-america250-project-commemoration/
LOCATION:Slovenian Cultural Garden\, 820 East Blvd\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Slovenian Cultural Garden Association":MAILTO:sloveniancga@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTSTAMP:20260107T173855Z
CREATED:20260107T173855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T173855Z
UID:10623-1790553600-1791417599@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Historical Tour of Slovenia’s World War II History
DESCRIPTION:Registration will begin in February 2026. \nTOUR DATES: September 28 – October 6\, 2026 \nSlovenianhistoricaltours.com\nEmail: slovenianhistoricaltours@gmail.com for more information or to be added to our mailing list.\nYoutube channel with videos from 2025 tour: http://www.youtube.com/@SlovenianHistoricalTours \nBy Maria Velikonja\, who was an investigator at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia during the 1990’s war. \nIn 2025\, we successfully toured Slovenia’s World War II history. In 2026\, we will partner with the publisher Družina in Ljubljana. Družina will advertise the tour in Slovenia and recruit local Slovenians to join our group. \nSlovenia’s sad World War II history left a divide between the “Home Guards” and the “Partisans” that has not been fully resolved. After WWII was over in 1945\, Slovenia\nsuffered the largest crimes against humanity\, or genocide\, in post-WWII Europe when the British repatriated tens of thousands of refugees back to Yugoslavia\, where they\nwere killed by the new communist government and dumped into mass graves around Slovenia. \nThe tour will visit these mass grave sites\, former concentration camps\, and prisons. We will be guided by Slovenia’s experts\, including historians\, archaeologists\, journalists\,\nwriters\, and an international human rights expert. The focus of the tour will be on learning about communist/Partisan revolutionary violence\, although crimes committed\nby the Nazis\, Italians\, and Slovene Home Guards will also be discussed. Several sites will be visited on each day. Three or four evenings will also be dedicated to listening to\nexpert speakers. \nThe tour begins in Slovenia and will be conducted in English and Slovenian. Experts will be confirmed as we approach the tour. The website will be updated regularly. The tour cost will be published soon. \n\nDay 1 Monday September 28\n\nCheck in to pri Marku or Hotel Loka\, Crngrob 5\nDinner and evening meeting\n\n\nDay 2 Tuesday September 29:\n\nCrngrob mass graves. Hear from a family member\, forced by Partisans to participate in the mass graves burial.\nŠkofja Loka castle tour with expert guide. Discussion of the concentration camp.\nVisit Škofja Loka ossuary\, holding mass grave victims.\nBegunje na Gorenjskem\, former Nazi and communist concentration camps\nExpert: Alenka Puhar\, author\nStay in Crngrob\n\n\nDay 3 Wednesday September 30:\n\nLjubljana: Ljubljana police headquarters basement tour–former interrogation room\nLjubljana Zale cemetery; monument to victims of revolutionary violence\nStudy Center for National Reconciliation (SCNR)\nMuseum of Contemporary History at Tivoli Park. Expert: Dr. Monika Kokalj-Kočevar\nCity walking tour: Dr. Renato Podbersič: former UDBA offices and more\nLjubljana National Library (NUK) bunker\, where documents were hidden from communists: Expert Helena Janezič\nEvening speakers at Slovenska Matica. Speakers include: a survivor of the Goli Otok communist concentration camp; Meta Velikonja\, a witness to the end of the war in Ljubljana and the new communist authorities taking her father away forever.\nPeter Hribar: a discussion on inherited trauma.\nStay in Ljubljana\n\n\nDay 4 Thursday October 1:\n\nLjubljana: Celica Italian jail\, Žale cemetery\, Šentvid school (former concentration camp)\, Sveti Urh\, Šentjošt nad Horjulom\, Orlov Home Guard cemetery.\nEvening speakers at Slovenska Matica: Speakers include Jože Dežman\, Chairman of the Concealed Mass Graves Commission for Slovenia; a speaker on the Slovenian DNA Project. Dr. Uros Kosir will give a slide presentation on Kocevski Rog.\nStay in Ljubljana\n\n\nDay 5 Friday October 2:\n\nFlight of the Refugees: Ljubelj concentration camp\, Vetrinj\, Bleiburg train station\, church plaques\, Dobrava cemetery\, Težno anti-tank ditch\nStay in Maribor\n\n\nDay 6 Saturday October 3:\n\nOrmož\, Kidričevič/Šterntal concentration camp for Gottschee civilians\, Petriček house\, Celje\, Huda Jama mass grave\, Teharje memorial.\nStay in Ljubljana\n\n\nDay 7 Sunday October 4:\n\nTurjak\, last battle of the Village Guards.\nKočevski Rog: Jama pod Krenom; Macesnova Gorica\nExpert speaker: Dr. Uroš Košir.\nStay in Trieste\n\n\nDay 8 Monday October 5:\n\nTrieste: Coroneo Italian prison; Gestapo headquarters\nSlovenian cultural institutions\nWalking tour of Trieste: Home Guard posts\nStay in Trieste\nEvening speaker\n\n\nDay 9 Tuesday October 6:\n\nTrieste: San Sabba concentration camp\, Basovizza memorial and mass grave.\nNova Gorica: Trnovo plateau; Zalesnika mass grave\nStay in Ljubljana\nPossible evening speakers\n\n\nDay 10\, Wednesday October: 7\n\nTour over\nArrange shuttles to airport\n\n\n\nThis tour will be conducted in conjunction with Tourism Slovenia\, which will coordinate transportation\, lodging\, and most meals. Local Slovenian citizens will also join our tour this year. \nhttps://tourismslovenia.eu \n     \n    
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/historical-tour-of-slovenias-world-war-ii-history/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Travel
ORGANIZER;CN="Slovenian Historical Tours":MAILTO:slovenianhistoricaltours@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151235Z
CREATED:20260615T151235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T151235Z
UID:10987-1790791200-1790800200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNH Monthly Social
DESCRIPTION:Join SNH for our Monthly Socials! \nAdmission is $10 per person and may be paid with cash upon entrance. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and typically ends around 8:30 p.m. Free parking is available in the attached rear lot. \nAdmission includes a light dinner snack and entry for the main raffle (need not be present to win). Cash bar. 50/50 sideboards are available while supplies last. Live music is played each month and dancing is encouraged – gather together for an evening of connection and community! \nThe socials are hosted monthly and admission for the full year is available. Just speak to a SNH volunteer when you arrive to reserve your spot for the year. \n6417 St. Clair Avenue Cleveland\, Ohio 44103\n6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snh-monthly-social-5/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T123000
DTSTAMP:20260831T183707Z
CREATED:20260831T183707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183707Z
UID:11256-1791108000-1791117000@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:St. Vitus Slovenian School Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us in supporting St. Vitus Slovenian School from 10am – 12:30pm at the St. Vitus Parish Hall.  \nMenu will include French toast\, sausage\, bacon\, scrambled eggs\, fresh fruit\, pastries\, coffee\, juice and milk.  \n$16 for adults\, $8 for children under 12.  \nContact any St. Vitus Slovenian School Family for tickets\, or buy at the door. Dine in or take-out available.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/st-vitus-slovenian-school-brunch/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T122952Z
CREATED:20261002T122820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T122952Z
UID:11311-1791118800-1791133200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Polka Hall of Fame Harvest Ball and Member Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:The National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame invites members\, friends and polka enthusiasts to its annual Harvest Ball and Member Appreciation Day on Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at SNPJ Farm in Kirtland\, Ohio. \nThe Zolka Family Band will provide an afternoon of lively polka and waltz favorites for listening and dancing. Dining and refreshments will be available throughout the event. \nAs a special thank-you for their support\, current Polka Hall of Fame members receive free admission\, along with special extras and surprises. Admission is also free for everyone under age 18. \nTickets for nonmembers are $10 in advance through the Polka Hall of Fame or $12 at the door. \nThe Harvest Ball and Member Appreciation Day offer an opportunity to enjoy Cleveland-style polka music\, welcome the fall season and celebrate the members whose support helps the Polka Hall of Fame preserve and promote this important musical tradition.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/polka-hall-of-fame-harvest-ball-and-member-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:SNPJ Farm\, 10946 Heath Rd\, Kirtland\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="National Cleveland-style Polka Hall of Fame":MAILTO:PolkaShop@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T124854Z
CREATED:20261002T124854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124854Z
UID:11322-1791468000-1791478800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Bird of Hope for Peace Artist Award Event
DESCRIPTION:Bird of Hope for Peace Artist to Visit Milwaukee City Hall for Award Event on October 8 at 2 pm \nThe Bird of Hope for Peace\, an international award-winning artwork by Slovenian multimedia artist Eva Petrič is coming to Milwaukee on Thursday October 8th for an awards event at 2 pm in the rotunda of the Milwaukee City Hall.  She will be joined by Slovenian Consul General Suzana Česarek and International Institute of Wisconsin CEO Dr. Paul Trebian.  Local officials will welcome the group and the public is invited. \nThanks to the support of the International Institute of Wisconsin\, the first Eva Petric exhibition runs from Thursday\, October 1 through Wednesday\, October 14 in the Rotunda of Milwaukee’s City Hall. In November\, this installation will also be exhibited at Holiday Folk Fair at Wisconsin State Fair Park from Friday\, November 20 through Sunday\, November 22. \nThe artwork is woven from nearly one thousand lace roses\, handcrafted by more than 90 lacemakers from eleven countries in a shared spirit of hope. The lace roses were created by nearly 100 lace artists responding to an open call initiated by Eva Petrič in collaboration with the Idrija Lace School and the Idrija Tourist Board. Using the roses woven from recycled\, handmade lace\, Petrič transformed them into a huge collective artwork that reminds us that hope is what carries peace forward. \n After displays in Slovenia\, Austria\, and New York City\, this inspiring piece continues its journey to Milwaukee\, carrying with it the memories\, aspirations\, and hopes for peace that are woven into its beautiful thousand lace roses. The artwork will next be displayed in Cleveland at the Slovenian National Home’s Museum before returning to Europe. \n Eva Petrič is a Slovenian artist living and working in Vienna\, Ljubljana\, and New York City. Her photography\, video\, performance\, and multimedia installation works have been shown in over 130 solo and 150 group exhibitions worldwide and have earned her numerous international awards\, including Utazu Art Award in Japan\, Best Performance Art Award and Best of Ten Years Award at the United Solo Festival in New York
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/bird-of-hope-for-peace-artist-award-event/
LOCATION:Milwaukee City Hall Rotunda\, 200 E Wells St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Milwaukee WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260905T135559Z
CREATED:20260905T135559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T135559Z
UID:11285-1791619200-1791633600@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:St. Vitus Altar Society Krofe Sale
DESCRIPTION:St. Vitus Parish Hall – 6022 Lausche Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44103\n8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (noon) \nCost of a box of 10 krofi is $10.00. \nParking is available in the parish hall parking lot.  The building is handicapped accessible.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/st-vitus-altar-society-krofe-sale-4/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T180000
DTSTAMP:20260822T134302Z
CREATED:20260822T134237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T134302Z
UID:11167-1791655200-1791655200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNH Night at the Races
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening to support upkeep and maintenance of the Slovenian National Home.\nThe evening will include horse races\, raffles\, and games of chance.  CASH BAR will be available. \nSlovenian National Home Main Hall\n6417 St. Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44103 \nEvent Time: 6:00 PM \nGeneral Admission: $25.00 (includes light snacks and heavy hors d’oeuvres) \nAdditional options: \n\n$25.00 – name a horse\n$100.00 – sponsor a race\n\nTickets are available at: www.slovenianhome.com/natr
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snh-night-at-the-races/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T184158Z
CREATED:20260831T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T184158Z
UID:11258-1791720000-1791730800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Slovenska Pristava Koline Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Oct. 11 (Sun.) – Koline Dinner – 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. Slovenska Pristava\, 1024 Brandt Rd.\, Harpersfield\, OH   44041 Join us for a delicious Slovenian traditional meal.  Choice of blood or rice sausage with one fresh garlic sausage\, sauerkraut\, home fried potatoes and strudel.  \nFREE Admission\, Members and non-members welcome! Cost: $22\, sit down or take-out available. Walk-ins welcome.  \nUncooked sausages may be ordered by calling 440.478.3254 from September 15th through October 2nd. Please leave a message with order and phone number. Sausages MUST be picked up at the hall on Sunday\, October 11th before 3:00 pm.  \nSponsored by Slovenska Pristava Pensioners
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/slovenska-pristava-koline-dinner/
LOCATION:Slovenska Pristava\, 1024 Brandt Rd\, Geneva\, OH\, 44041\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Slovenska Pristava":MAILTO:fun@pristava.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T183000
DTSTAMP:20261002T125529Z
CREATED:20261002T125457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T125529Z
UID:11326-1792261800-1792261800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Smith-Redmann Dance Co. Performances
DESCRIPTION:Smith-Redmann Dance Co. Performances October 17 6:30 and 8:30\n(Produced by Lia Smith-Redmann\, Past UWM Slovenian Arts Program Scholarship Winner)\nThe UWM Slovenian Arts Council recently approved a grant to the Smith-Redmann Dance Co.\, a new dance company founded by UWM Peck School dance grad and past UWM SAP scholarship winner Lia Smith-Redmann.  The funds will support the group’s premiere of The Firekeeper on October 17th at Calvary Presbyterian Church at 628 N. 10th Street\, just east of the Marquette University campus.  There will be two Milwaukee shows on October 17\, with performances at 6:30 and 8:30 pm. \nIn this the company’s first live dance concert\, ten up-and-coming Milwaukee dancers will offer an evening-length dance piece\, described as “inspired by tales such as Little Match Girl\, The Giver\, and Rite of Spring\, this contemporary story ballet depicts a chilling technological and dystopian world\, and the spirits of rebellion that come from unlikely places. Featuring characters from Slavic Carnival traditions and inspirations from the likes of Akram Khan and Pina Bausch.”  A new work by Milwaukee dancer and choreographer Cuauhtli Ramirez Castro and performed by Lia inspired will open the shows. \nFor information and ticket inquiries\, contact smithredmanndancecompany@gmail.com or visit @smithredmann.dances on social media.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/smith-redmann-dance-co-performances/
LOCATION:Calvary Presbyterian Church\, 628 N. 10th Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Milwaukee WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T090000
DTSTAMP:20261002T170507Z
CREATED:20261002T170438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T170507Z
UID:11335-1792314000-1792314000@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Blessing for Recently Married Couples
DESCRIPTION:Oct. 18\, 2026 (Sunday) Blessing for couples recently married at St. Vitus Church during the 9:00AM Mass followed by a coffee and cake social in St. Vitus Parish Hall. All are invited.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/blessing-for-recently-married-couples/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T170841Z
CREATED:20261002T170841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T170841Z
UID:11337-1792666800-1792677600@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:St. Vitus Village Mini-Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Oct. 22\, 2026 (Thursday). Mini-retreat at St. Vitus Village. From 11AM-to-2:00PM. Invites men and women 65 years old or older. Listen to the words of Scripture\, be in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Free will donations accepted and a light meal will be provided. Reservations will be taken starting in October 2026. For now\, call the parish rectory at 216-361-1444.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/st-vitus-village-mini-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Village\, 6114 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Religious
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T123547Z
CREATED:20261002T123452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123547Z
UID:11316-1792864800-1792864800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Martinovanje
DESCRIPTION:Oct. 24 (Sat.) – Martinovanje evening at St. Mary’s Parish Hall hosted by Štajerski-Prekmurski Klub. Open to all. Wine Christening with appearance by St. Martin and his four altar boys. Doors open 6pm\, 7pm dinner by Tavcar Catering\, comedy skit\, Slovenian alpine-style music by Aaron Dussing Ansambel. \n$55 per person. Handicapped accessible. Fenced parking. \nFor reservations of table (8) or individual tickets call Fran Stepec at 440.285.8499.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/martinovanje/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s in Collinwood\, 15519 Holmes Avenue\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T103000
DTSTAMP:20260722T181228Z
CREATED:20260722T180841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T181228Z
UID:11062-1792924200-1792924200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:St. Vitus Alumni Homecoming Mass and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The annual St. Vitus Alumni Homecoming Mass and Dinner will be held on Sunday\, October 25\, 2026.  On this day\, we will be honoring Milan Rihtar for his many years of dedication and service to St. Vitus Parish and the Slovenian community. We also honor the Sisters of Notre Dame who grew up in St Vitus Parish or who ministered at St. Vitus School. In addition\, on this day\, we will celebrate the anniversary for the St. Vitus School classes of 1951 (75 years)\, 1976 (50 years) and 2001 (25 years). \nThe St. Vitus Alumni gathering on October 25th will begin with the 10:30am Mass in St. Vitus Church celebrated by Father John Retar.  We will assemble in the St. Vitus Parish Hall directly across the Church after the Mass.  A delicious dinner\, catered by Joe Tavcar and staff\, will be served and then a short program will follow. \nThe cost is $35.00 per person.  Tables of 8 or 10 can be reserved.  St. Vitus Alumni\, friends\, parishioners\, and guests are welcome to attend this event. For questions and reservations\, call Frank Zitko (440-488-8284) or Mia Graf (440-442-1635). The deadline for reservations is October 15\, 2026. \nWe are looking forward to celebrating with you on Sunday\, October 25th. \nThe St. Vitus Alumni Board:   Frank J. Zitko ‘68\, Mary Kocjan Petelin ’67\, Donald Kern ’69\, Mia Zaper Graf ’74 and Andrea Zaper Plassard ’75. \nPS – Alumni of St. Martin de Porres High School and St. Vitus School are invited to a special 9am Mass at St. Vitus Church on Sunday November 1st\, All Saints Day. Afterwards the former St. Vitus School building will be open for tours. Details to follow.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/st-vitus-alumni-homecoming/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260831T184339Z
CREATED:20260831T184339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T184339Z
UID:11263-1793210400-1793219400@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNH Monthly Social
DESCRIPTION:Join SNH for our Monthly Socials! \nAdmission is $10 per person and may be paid with cash upon entrance. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and typically ends around 8:30 p.m. Free parking is available in the attached rear lot. \nAdmission includes a light dinner snack and entry for the main raffle (need not be present to win). Cash bar. 50/50 sideboards are available while supplies last. Live music is played each month and dancing is encouraged – gather together for an evening of connection and community! \nThe socials are hosted monthly and admission for the full year is available. Just speak to a SNH volunteer when you arrive to reserve your spot for the year. \n6417 St. Clair Avenue Cleveland\, Ohio 44103\n6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snh-monthly-social-6/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T110000
DTSTAMP:20261002T173013Z
CREATED:20261002T172102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T173013Z
UID:11344-1794394800-1794394800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Mass
DESCRIPTION:November 11th – Veterans Day\n11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Vitus Church \nPlease join St. Vitus parish on Veterans Day\, Wednesday November 11 for Mass at 11:00 a.m. to honors all American military veterans who have served honorably in the United States Armed Forces—both living and deceased\, and in times of war or peace. \nFollowing Mass all are invited to the parish hall to a social with light refreshments. \nHistorical Note: Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day to commemorate the armistice of November 11\, 1918\, that took effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. The armistice was a temporary ceasefire; the war officially concluded months later with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28\, 1919. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation on June 1\, 1954\, officially making November 11th Veterans Day a day to honor veterans of all wars. \n \nPictured is Tony Hocevar in Revolutionary military uniform Sponsored by the St. Vitus Catholic War Veterans Post 1655
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/veterans-day-mass/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Religious
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20261002T171409Z
CREATED:20261002T171409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T171409Z
UID:11342-1794643200-1794657600@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:St. Vitus Altar Society Krofe Sale
DESCRIPTION:St. Vitus Parish Hall – 6022 Lausche Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH 44103\n8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (noon) \nCost of a box of 10 krofi is $10.00. \nParking is available in the parish hall parking lot.  The building is handicapped accessible.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/st-vitus-altar-society-krofe-sale-5/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T090000
DTSTAMP:20261002T123935Z
CREATED:20261002T123810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123935Z
UID:11318-1794733200-1794733200@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:John Troxell Artwork Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Nov. 15 (Sun.) – John Troxell Artwork Presentation – St. Vitus Parish is pleased to announce John Troxell\, locally recognized artist and painter\, will have a presentation of his works in St. Vitus Hall\, 6022 Lausche Avenue\, Cleveland\, Ohio 44103\, Nov. 15\, 2026 (Sunday) after the 9:00AM and 10:30AM Sunday Masses. John was commissioned to create the four (4) mural figures for the recently constructed outdoor znamenje (religious roadside shrine) at St. Vitus Hall.  \nPastry and light refreshments will be provided. No admission charge.  \nSponsored by St. Vitus Parish\, St. Vitus Endowment Trust/Corp.\, St. Anne Lodge #4 AMLA\, and Slovenian Women Union Scholarship Foundation (SWUSF).
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/john-troxell-artwork-presentation/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Cleveland OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260831T184442Z
CREATED:20260831T184442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T184442Z
UID:11265-1795024800-1795033800@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNH Monthly Social
DESCRIPTION:Join SNH for our Monthly Socials! \nAdmission is $10 per person and may be paid with cash upon entrance. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and typically ends around 8:30 p.m. Free parking is available in the attached rear lot. \nAdmission includes a light dinner snack and entry for the main raffle (need not be present to win). Cash bar. 50/50 sideboards are available while supplies last. Live music is played each month and dancing is encouraged – gather together for an evening of connection and community! \nThe socials are hosted monthly and admission for the full year is available. Just speak to a SNH volunteer when you arrive to reserve your spot for the year. \n6417 St. Clair Avenue Cleveland\, Ohio 44103\n6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snh-monthly-social-7/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTSTAMP:20261002T130020Z
CREATED:20261002T130020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T130020Z
UID:11330-1795132800-1795391999@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:2026 Holiday Folk Fair
DESCRIPTION:2026 Holiday Folk Fair to Feature Slovenian Cultural Booth and the Eva Petric Slovenian Lacework Artistry November 20-22\n\nHoliday Folk Fair (HFF) is set for November 20\, 21\, and 22.  Its’  2026 theme is “Celebrate Traditional Dance”.  In addition to the most well-known Slovenian dance\, the polka\, there are many other types of dances in various regions of Slovenia\, depending on their proximity to other Slavic nations.\n\nTwo of our adult mannequins\, dressed in the Gorenska noša (ethnic costumes)\, will be displayed along with our children models. Frank Murn’s large automaton display of a polka band and twirling dancers in a Oktoberfest gostilna/tavern setting will be also featured.  Finally\, our booth will include a “How-to-Polka” station\, complete with footsteps on the floor. \nBOOTH VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED.  If you would like to volunteer at the booth and would like to reserve a preferred day or time\, contact Nancy Reese via email\, nareese@wi.rr.com. \nThe times for the Holiday Folk Fair are:\nFriday; 9AM-9PM\nSaturday; 10AM-9PM\nSunday; 10AM-6PM.  \nAll booth shifts are in two-hour increments\, except for Saturday night which is 6PM-9PM and free tickets/parking is provided. \nMore info at: https://folkfair.org/
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/2026-holiday-folk-fair/
LOCATION:Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park\, 8200 West Greenfield Avenue\, West Allis\, WI\, 53214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair,Milwaukee WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260831T184542Z
CREATED:20260831T184542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T184542Z
UID:11267-1797444000-1797453000@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:SNH Monthly Social
DESCRIPTION:Join SNH for our Monthly Socials! \nAdmission is $10 per person and may be paid with cash upon entrance. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and typically ends around 8:30 p.m. Free parking is available in the attached rear lot. \nAdmission includes a light dinner snack and entry for the main raffle (need not be present to win). Cash bar. 50/50 sideboards are available while supplies last. Live music is played each month and dancing is encouraged – gather together for an evening of connection and community! \nThe socials are hosted monthly and admission for the full year is available. Just speak to a SNH volunteer when you arrive to reserve your spot for the year. \n6417 St. Clair Avenue Cleveland\, Ohio 44103\n6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/snh-monthly-social-8/
LOCATION:Slovenian National Home\, 6417 St Clair Ave.\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Benefit/Fundraiser,Cleveland OH,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261227T100000
DTSTAMP:20261002T171249Z
CREATED:20261002T171219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T171249Z
UID:11340-1798365600-1798365600@www.slovenianamericantimes.com
SUMMARY:Concert of Sacred Songs
DESCRIPTION:Dec. 27\, 2026 (Sunday). One All Parish Mass at 10:00AM. Followed by the annual Concert of Sacred Songs. Includes string musicians for the concert. No admission charge with free-will offerings graciously and greatly accepted for support of the parish choirs. Songs are sung in English\, Latin\, and Slovenian. \nStarted in the 1970s\, the One All Parish Mass and Concert are open to one and all. \nMass and concert in St. Vitus Church followed by fellowship and gathering AFTER the concert in the parish hall directly across the street from St Vitus Church with light food and refreshments. \nParking in the permeable paver parking lot by the hall and side streets. More details are to follow.
URL:https://www.slovenianamericantimes.com/event/concert-of-sacred-songs-2/
LOCATION:St. Vitus Church\, 6019 Lausche Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland OH,Religious
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