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BMNECC History Book Now Available
The Heartbeat of a Culture - the long-awaited publication chronicling the history of the BMBA and BMNECC - is now available for sale. The book contains over 200 old and new photographs - plus reprints of articles, letters, and other rare documents - which really bring the story to life. Learn more »
Soup Sega! Returns on September 11, 2010
Our new season of Soup Sega! begins soon. We'll be offering our usual great selection of delicious, all natural, homemade soups and ethnic Bulgarian dishes, plus occasional monthly specials. Click here for more information.
Salsa Dance - Saturday, September 11, 2010 - 8:00 to midnight
The Center is hosting a Salsa Dance, with music provided by DJ Jeff Shirey. One-hour lessons begin at 8:00. Admission is $6 and all ages are welcome. Cash bar with ID. Phone 412-461-6188 for information, or visit the Pittsburgh Salsa Website.
Vecherinka - Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 7:30 to 11:30 pm
Join us for an evening of song, dance, live music and tasty treats. One-hour lessons begin at 7:30 pm. Admission is $5 for members and $7 for non-members. Phone 412-461-6188 for information. Learn more »
Singles/Oldies Dance - Sunday, September 19, 2010 - 6:00 to 10:00 pm
The Center is hosting a Singles/Oldies Dance, with music is provided by a D.J. A cash bar and snacks are available. Dance lessons start at 6:00 pm. Admission is $8. Phone 412-461-6188 for information or check out the Gatherings website.
Zydeco Dance - Saturday, October 2, 2010 - 7:30 to 11:30 pm
The Center is hosting a Zydeco Dance, with live music provided by The Zydeco Dogz. One-hour dance lessons begin at 7:30. Admission is $8. Cash bar. Phone 412-461-6188 for information, or visit the Pittsburgh Cajun-Zydeco Website.
Donate to the BMNECC on the Day of Giving - Wednesday, October 13, 2010
The Pittsburgh Foundation has set Wednesday, October 13, as the 2010 PittsburghGives's Day of Giving. The Foundation has allocated $500,000 in matching dollars for non-profit organizations such as the BMNECC. On Wednesday, October 13 - from 12:00 am through 11:59 pm - donors will have 24 hours in which to make online-only contributions. Gifts can be made by credit card only, with a minimum contribution of $25. This fund-matching program is a great opportunity for BMNECC supporters to double their contributions to the Center. Click here to see our profile on the Foundation's Pittsburgh Gives website. Learn more »
Otets Paissii Performing Ensemble Fall Concert - Saturday, November 20, 2010
Mark your calendars! The BMNECC's performing ensemble will present its annual fall concert at the Carnegie Library of Homestead's Music Hall on November 20. A Vecherinka will be held at the Bulgarian Center following the concert. Learn more »
Heinz History Center Heritage Holidays - November 20 & 21, 2010
The BMNECC will take part in the Senator John Heinz History Center's annual Heritage Holidays event on November 20 and 21, from 10:00 am till 5:00 pm. We will have an informational display in the lobby area, and will sell gift and food items and offer free samples of our homemade Bulgarian banitza. Gifts for sale will include our popular ceramic kitchenware items. The Heinz History Center is located at 1212 Smallman Street in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District.
BMNECC Shopping Night at Ten Thousand Villages - Thursday, December 2, 2010
Shop with us at Ten Thousand Villages in Squirrel Hill from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The BMNECC receives a percentage of all net sales made in the store during those hours, so please join us! The store is located at 5824 Forbes Avenue in Squirrel Hill, between Little's Shoes and Dollar Bank. Learn more »
Members Christmas Party - December 12, 2010
The BMNECC annual Christmas party will include a visit from Santa, who will hand out presents to all members' children under 12. A full dinner will be available. Call 412-461-6188 for more information.
80th Anniversary DVD Available
You can now purchase your own copy of the documentary that we premiered at our April 17 anniversary gala - BMNECC: 80 Years of Embracing and Preserving Culture and Tradition. This high-definition, beautifully-boxed DVD costs $20 and is a must-have for anyone interested in the Center's rich cultural history! Contact us at 412-461-6188 or by email to order your copy. Learn more »
BMNECC Aprons, T-shirts, Tote Bags For Sale!
We are now selling beautiful aprons - made of durable material and adorned with a colorful Bulgarian design - for $20 each, while supplies last. The Center is also offering tote bags for $15 each, as well as T-shirts for men and women, priced at $15 each or $25 for two. Learn more »
Roses For Marie - Available at the Center
Ron DeLelles has written a book, Roses for Marie - A Remarkable Journey of Discovery in Bulgaria, which is available for sale at the Bulgarian Center. Ron is the grandson of John Antonoff, one of the founding members of the BMBA, and Stella Petrova Antonoff - both immigrants from Bulgaria. The story chronicles their lives and describes the story of their daughter Marie (Ron's mother) and her 2004 trip to her parents’ ancestral village in search of long-lost relatives. The book is available for $20, plus $5 shipping and handling.
Please Help a Bulgarian Child in Need
A young Bulgarian girl with physical disabilities is in need of a good home. Please contact Maureen Ticich at Bethany Christian Services at 724-940-2900 if you would like information about adopting this child. Click here to see a flyer and a photo.
Visit our Online Photo Gallery!
The BMNECC is now displaying and sharing photos from many of the Center's events. Click here to see our online galleries. You can easily purchase high quality prints of photos for delivery to your door. You can also download photo files directly to your computer. Click here for downloading instructions. Take a look – you just might see some photos of yourself! If you'd like to add photos to any of our albums, please click here to send us an email.
Volunteers Needed - Ongoing
Meet new friends, hone your skills, explore opportunities.
We're seeking volunteers to help with upcoming tours. luncheons, dinners and parties. Learn more »
Violin Lessons Available
Dimitrinka "Didi" Tuturilova, a professional Bulgarian violinist living in Pittsburgh, is offering violin lessons for adults and children ages 5 and up. If you are interested in taking lessons, please contact Didi at 412-908-0649 or by email.
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