The BMNECC is proud to celebrate the publication of a very special new children's book by one of our own.

On August 17, Hayley Markoff Hinkle, Secretary of the BMNECC Board of Directors, releases her debut children's book, From Bulgaria with Love: The Tale of Little Sophia's Big Adventure.

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Inspired by Hayley's own adoption from Bulgaria, the story is about hope, belonging, and love that crosses oceans. 

This accomplishment is especially meaningful to our organization. Hayley is the great-granddaughter of Lambe Markoff, founder and first President of the Bulgarian Macedonian Beneficial Association (BMBA), the organization that would later become today's Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational and Cultural Center. 

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To celebrate this exciting milestone, the BMNECC is hosting a Book Launch Party and Book Signing.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
6:00 p.m.

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Light refreshments will be served. Members, families, and friends are invited to join us as we celebrate this exciting achievement, meet Hayley, and have books personally signed.

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The book is available online through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major book retailers. Copies will also be available for purchase during the launch event.

Please join us in congratulating Hayley on this wonderful accomplishment and in celebrating another chapter in our community's rich history.

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We look forward to seeing you on September 10!