Festival

Serbian Movie Fesitval

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Fri, 03/17/2017 - 18:00 to Sat, 03/18/2017 - 21:30

FRIDAY, MARCH 17
6pm: Enclave
Directed by: Goran Radovanovic

8pm: Where the Yellow Lemon Blossoms
Directed by: Zdravko Sotra

SATURDAY, MARCH 18
12pm: We Will Be the World Champions
Directed by: Darko Bajic

2:30pm: See You in Montevideo
Directed by: Dragan Bjelogrlic

6:30pm: The Man Who Defended Gavrilo Princip
Directed by: Srdjan Koljevic

*All movies will be shown with English subtitles

Location: 
232 Cathedral of Learning
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Serb National Federation
Contact Phone: 
412-458-5227
Contact Email: 
snf@snflife.org

EuroFest

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Sat, 04/08/2017 - 11:00 to 17:00

A family friendly festival featuring all things Europe in the ‘Burgh. Local artisans and vendors will create a dynamic marketplace and performances of song and dance will be presented on the main stage. Food booths featuring various European cuisines will be participating and artistic demonstrations and children’s activities will take place throughout the day.

Location: 
Posvar Hall Galleria
Contact Person: 
Kate Bowersox
Contact Phone: 
412-648-8517
Contact Email: 
kal68@pitt.edu

2017 Lunar New Year Celebration

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Sat, 01/28/2017 - 17:00

Pitt's Chinese American Students Association and Vietnamese Student Association invite you to join us at our 2017 Lunar New Year Celebration!

Lunar New Year is a traditional holiday celebrated in many parts of East Asia, including China and Vietnam. Also known as Chinese New Year and Tết, it is the longest and one of the most extravagant holidays celebrated in East Asia. Come out to learn more about and celebrate the Year of the Rooster with diverse performances, FREE food, and cultural games/activities!

(There will be OCC credit for all Pitt students)

Location: 
William Pitt Union Assembly Room
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Slovak Heritage Festival

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Various
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Sun, 11/06/2016 - 13:00

1:00-5:00 p.m.

Lectures
Lisa Alzo, “Virtual Slovakia: How to Visit Your Ancestral Village without Leaving Home.”
Susan Kalcik, “The Slovak and Slovak American Family.”
Ron Matviyak, “An American Angle: Three Slovakias 1970 to 2015.”
Dennis Ragan, “The Slovak Spirit Lives On.”

Location: 
Cathedral of Learning

Global Education Expo

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Tue, 10/25/2016 - 18:00

Join Global Ties at the Global Education Expo (formally, the Cultural Carnival) for a night of celebrations. Meet a variety of academic departments and organizations that focus on language, culture, and internationalization. At the same time, listen to performances while taking a chance with our raffle games! We will have many exciting prizes! Interested in hosting a table or performing (bands/singers only)? Interested in volunteering? Deadline: October 19, 2016

Location: 
Connolly Ballroom, Alumni Hall

Mid Autumn Festival

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Sat, 09/24/2016 - 17:00
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William Pitt Union Assembly Room
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Nationality Rooms Holiday Open House

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Sun, 12/04/2016 - 12:00 to 16:00

The Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs will host its annual Holiday Open House, continuing the tradition of a multi-cultural holiday celebration. The 30 Nationality Rooms will be open to the public. Each Nationality Room will feature a Quo Vadis Student Tour Guide in a traditional outfit to share knowledge about the holiday traditions of each respective culture. Dance and music performances will be performed in the center of the Commons Room. Vendors will offer food, clothing and crafts from around the world.

Location: 
Cathedral of Learning Commons Room
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Free
Contact Person: 
David Downey
Contact Phone: 
412-624-6150
Contact Email: 
DavidDowney@pitt.edu

PolishFest 2016

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A celebration of the Polish tradition
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Sun, 11/13/2016 - 12:00 to 17:00

The Polish Nationality Room will host PolishFest, now in its 31st year. The celebration of Polish culture and heritage will include music, dance performances, food vendors, arts & crafts and organization tables. Additional details forthcoming.

Location: 
Cathedral of Learning Commons Room
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Free
Contact Person: 
David Downey
Contact Phone: 
412-624-6150
Contact Email: 
DavidDowney@pitt.edu

India Day 2016

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Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Indian Culture and Independence
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Sun, 08/14/2016 - 11:30 to 15:00

The Indian Nationality Room Committee will once again celebrate Indian culture, heritage and independence with the annual India Day festival. This year's theme is "Unity in Diversity."

Location: 
Cathedral of Learning Commons Room
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Free
Contact Person: 
David Downey
Contact Phone: 
412-624-6150
Contact Email: 
DavidDowney@pitt.edu

[Through Harmony] We Move

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Celebrate Japanese Culture
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Japan-America Society of Pennsylvania
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
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Sat, 09/10/2016 - 12:00 to 16:00

Celebrate Japanese culture and the U.S. – Japan friendship with the Japanese community in Pittsburgh on September 10. Summer is a time of matsuri festivals in Japan, and we plan to celebrate with a festive picnic. Participants can experience Japanese cultural activities, learn more about Japan-related organizations in Pittsburgh, and try bon dancing and taiko drumming.

Location: 
Mellon Park Shelter, 6499 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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