Events in UCIS

Sunday, February 26

12:00 pm Cultural Event
Mărțișor - Exploring a Romanian Tradition
Location:
Global Hub
Sponsored by:
Center for Russian East European and Eurasian Studies, Global Hub and Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs along with Romanian Nationality Room Committee
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Learn the history of Mărțișor and join the members of the Romanian Room committee to make your own and for your friends. Learn more about this Romanian tradition which falls on March 1 of every year during which the gifting of a red and white string attached to a small piece of jewelry or a flower is believed to bring health and luck to the wearer. Learn about mărțișoare and making them. You will also be able to purchase authentic mărțișoare, Romanian pastries, enjoy an exhibition of traditional Romanian costumes and shirts, and connect with members of the Romanian Room Committee.