http://www.croatia.org/crown en-us http://www.croatia.org/crown N/A letters@croatia.org Fri, 01 May 2026 13:17:51 +0000 20 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11444/1/Ping-Pong-Parkinson-World-Championship-Italy-2025-Lignano-Sabbiadoro-October-20-26.html Announcing important events for three consecutive years. Ping Pong Parkinson World Championship Italy 2025 Lignano Sabbiadoro October 20-26. Ping Pong Parkinson World Championship Germany 2026 Hanover September 24-October 1. Ping Pong Parkinson World Championship Switzerland 2027 Magglinger October 12-17. We build neurons! darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 23 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11415/1/Croatian-mariners-in-the-ARCTIC-EXPEDITION-in-1872-1874.html The crew of the ship Tegetthoff was composed of 24 persons, out of them 12 Croats. Their names are Petar Lusina (from the island of Cres), Lovro Marolla (from Rijeka), Ante Vecerina (from Draga near Rijeka), Petar Falesic (from Bakar), Juraj Stiglic (from Bakar), Jakov Sucic (from Volosko), Fran Lettis (from Volosko), Vicko Palmic (from Lovran, on the photo), Josip Latkovic (from Plomin), Ante Katarinic (from Mali Losinj), Ante Lukinovic (from Pucisca on the island of Brac), Ante Zaninovic (from Sv. Nedilja on the island of Hvar). darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sat, 06 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11394/1/Humanitarni-koncert-za-Opaeu-bolnicu-DUBROVNIK.html Najavljujemo poèetak humanitarne akcije uglednih umjetnika razlièitih profila ali s istom srdaènom ¾eljom u ova sveto doba: "Kupnja suvremenog aparata za kardiolo¹ki odjel Opæe bolnice Dubrovnik". Pozivamo svih da nam se pridru¾e u hvalevrijednoj akciji: samostalne graðane, poduzeæa i sve pojedince da doprinesu koliko bili u moguænosti. Upravo Bo¾iæ nas uèi biti boljima, biti dijelom velike ljudske obitelji. Podupiru: Klapa Ragusa, Radojka ©verko, Vladimir Babin, Suzi Sokol, Ivana Marija Vidoviæ, Dijana Hilje. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 24 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11382/1/Nikola-Tesla-1856-1943-the-father-of-Radio-Technology-and-Wireless-Communication-since-1893.html The principles of Radio Communication and Wireless Communication were layed down by Nikola Tesla, distinguished Croatian - American inventor, in 1893, during his spectacular public lecture in the St Louis concert hall, in front of 5000 people. The event was described in detail by Margaret Chaney in her monograph Tesla / Man Out of Time, in Chapter 6 entitled Radio. We provide an important testimony by William Gundry Broughton, son of Henry Primm Broughton (1865-1959) who served as Tesla's assistant during his lecture in St. Louis. Nikola Tesla is the precurusor of mobile-phone technology for more than hundred years. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 21 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11339/1/Japan---Croatia-events-in-Tokyo-in-May-2022.html Five generations of Japanese Ambassadors to Croatia, hosted by the Croatian Ambassador H. E. Mr. Dra¾en Hrastiæ and his spouse Mrs. Bla¾enka Hrastiæ, gathered together for an evening on 16 May 2022 that brought back nostalgic stories of their time in Croatia. On that occasion, Yoko Nishii had a mini concert. Yoko Nishii had the honor of performing also at the Spring Afternoon Tea for the spouses of ambassadors of various countries at Croatian Embassy on 19 May 2022, hosted by Croatian ambassador'€™s spouse Mrs. Bla¾enka Hrastiæ. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 19 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11327/1/1143-years-since-the-first-international-recognition-of-Croatia.html The first international recognition of Croatia came in 879 from Pope John VIII, i.e., 1143 years ago! The Croatian Prince Branimir, 9th century, made important steps in strengthening the relations with Rome. During the solemn divine service in St. Peter's church in Rome in 879, Pope John VIII gave his blessing to the prince and the whole Croatian people, about which he informed Branimir in his letters, the first one dated on May 21, 879. This was the first time that the Croatian state was officially recognized. A special cultural program was organized on 15th January 2022 at Croatian Embassy in Tokyo on the occasion of the first diplomatic recognition of Croatia in 1992, on which occasion Yoko Nishii played her solemn pianistic concert. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 30 Jan 2022 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11313/1/2021-PingPongParkinson-German-Open-and-ITTF-Parkinsons-World-Table-Tennis-Championships.html Nenad Bach's idea of Parkinson's World Table Tennis Championship gathered 21 countries in the city of Berlin, among them Croatia as well. The German Open and the World Championship showed that the competition is steadily growing each year. Nenad Bach and George Chan won gold medal in the doubles, as representatives of the USA. The next World Championship, in October 2022, will be hosted by Croatia, the homeland of Nenad Bach. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 20 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11299/1/NFCA-and-CFU-To-Celebrate-30-Plus-Years-of-Croatian-Independence-on-June-26th-Celebration-Webinar-.html On Saturday, June 26th at 11:00am eastern, the NFCA will be co-hosting with the Croatian Fraternal Union, a global webinar salute to the founding of the Republic of Croatia's democracy. The NFCA's webinar will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Independence Day and to honor another "Statehood Day" (1990 milestone) and Croatia's successful and historic road to democracy and it's independence achieved especially in the 1990-1991 time frame. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11284/1/Miracle-from-Dubrovnik-on-the-1049th-St-Vlaho-Festivity-2021.html The aim of the article is to show just several details from the city of Dubrovnik during the festivity of Sveti Vlaho (St. Blaise), with a special emphasis on children. The festival is organized each February for more than thosand years - precisely 1049. This event connects all the citizens of Dubrovnik with numerous families from the environing towns and villages in picturesque local very solemn dresses, as well as tourists. Dubrovnik is considered as one of the most beautiful cities on the Mediterranean. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Wed, 03 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11249/1/Nenad-Bach-International-Newsletter-No-56-Post-COVID.html "Nenad, Who Plays Ping Pong" is a short film about my passion for ping pong and using it to help those afflicted with Parkinson's. It is an Official Selection of 2020 Mountainfilm Festival, and was chosen Daily Short Pick on FilmShortage.com, May 27th, 2020. The film is touring and was screened last week in Sao Paulo, Brazil and will be touring August 24-26 in Southampton, New York, US. You can get more information here. We are now fortunate to have the film subtitled in 15 languages. My songs "Vukovar" "Everything is Forever" and "I Will Follow" were recently played by musical genius Pete Jones on his radio program in London. nenadbach@gmail.com (Nenad Bach E-Team) Tue, 25 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11191/1/Kristian-Krekovic-connecting-India-and-Croatia-via-his-1936-portrait-of-Mahatma-Gandhi.html Distinguished Croatian painter Kristian Krekoviæ (1901-1985) portrayed Mahatma Gandhi in his atelier in Paris in 1936, while Gandhi was meditating there. The portrait is kept in the Gallery of Krekoviæ (Museu Krekoviæ) in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Two panneaus containing Ghandi's portrait have been presented in Dec 2019 to the Embassy of India in Zagreb and to the Croatian - Indian Society. This was a gift of the Society of the Friends of the Glagolitic Script, and the solemn event took place in the Napredak hall in Zagreb, during the intercofessional Christmas meeting organized by the Croatian - Indian Society, directed by Mr Joginder Singh Nijjar. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 26 Dec 2019 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11151/1/Ping-Pong-Parkinson-initiative-of-Nenad-Bach.html First ever Parkinson's World Table Tennis Championships, will happen on October 11-13, 2019 in Pleasantville, New York USA at the Westchester Table Tennis Center. The ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) is supporting this event. The new project will form part of the 6th Pillar of the ITTF Foundation that promotes health through table tennis, with this first event aimed at raising awareness of Parkinson'€™s Disease and improving the lives of those diagnosed with it. For international music composer, Nenad Bach, table tennis has been the key to regaining his ability to play the guitar and pursue his passion for music once more. Nenad Bach: PLAYING TABLE TENNIS MADE ME FEEL 50% BETTER. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 29 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11120/1/Madison-Square-Garden-hosting-first-ever-Croatian-Heritage-Night-January-11-2019.html Madison Square Garden will be hosting their first ever Croatian Heritage Night on Friday, January 11th 2019 vs. The Indiana Pacers. Come be a part of this historic night and support Mario Hezonja!àMembers of the Croatian community will receive a discount on tickets. Tickets start at $67 and also include a Knicks Croatian themed t-shirt. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 16 Nov 2018 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11104/1/Nenad-Bach-Dragica-Kragic-and-Sven-Maricic-participating-at-prestigious-MTF-Stockholm-Sep-7-9-2018.html The talks stage features an incredible lineup of inspiring people from around the world in conversation - representing all areas of industry, academia, the arts, sciences and public life. Rather than a series of keynotes, speeches, panel sessions or powerpoint presentations, the magazine-style interviews and intimate performances at MTF Stockholm provide a personal insight into the world and the stories of each of these amazing individuals. Three Croatian representatives are invited: Nenad Bach (with his project World Peace In One Hour), Danica Kragiæ (a leading expert in robotics) and Sven Marièiæ (expert in 3D printing). darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Wed, 22 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11093/1/Croatia-and-France-in-the-final-of-the-FIFA-World-Cup-2018-in-Moscow.html This is the greatest succes of Croatian football in history, surpassing the third place of Croatian soccer team in 1998 during the FIFA World Cup in France. We recall the names of Davor ©uker, Zvonimir Boban and Slaven Biliæ from 1998, and the names of Luka Modriæ, Ivan Rakitiæ and Dejan Lovren in 2018. Before arriving to the final match, Croatian won in matches with very strong teams: England, Russian Federation, Denmark, Argentina and Nigeria. Furthermore, we indicate in this article some very interesting historical and cultural contacts between Croatia and France. On the photo Domagoj Vida immediately after the match with England, with his kids and the kids of Ivan Peri¹iæ. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 14 Jul 2018 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11060/1/Nenad-Bach-Newsletter-World-Peace-in-One-Hour.html I'm excited to announce that the crowdfunding campaign launched on Indiegogo for my "World Peace in One Hour Album". There are 2 ways that you can help...either by contributing even a small amount to raise our popularity and give us more visibility on the site or by posting to your Facebook page or other social media account. In the end, the more people hear about us, the more likely we will reach our goal. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 20 Apr 2018 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11025/1/Maksim-Mrvica-in-New-York-City-November-27-2017.html For almost two decades, Croatian born pianist Maksim Mrvica (left), is the biggest selling crossover pianist in the world. His albums are sold in 57 countries, reaching gold and platinum sales! Join us for a VIP "Meet & Greet" with Maksim Mrvica on November 27 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. You will have an exclusive privilege to listen to the new tunes from Maksim's upcoming album, which is scheduled to be released by the end of the year. Event space is limited so, and all tickets will be sent based on "first come, first served" policy. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sun, 12 Nov 2017 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/11019/1/Dubrovnik-Restaurant-4th-Annual-Farm-to-Table-Celebration.html Dubrovnik Restaurant will be hosting its 4th annual Farm to Table celebration on Thursday September 28th, starting from 6:30 p.m. and going to 11:00 p.m. The celebration will feature food and wine from local farmers. Music will be provided by Klapa Astoria. A complimentary Croatian gift is included and there will be raffle prizes. Admission is $50 per person. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 27 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10928/1/Intersteno-international-meeting-in-Croatias-capital-Zagreb-2016.html   The annual council meeting of Intersteno and Intersteno Parliamentary and other professional Reporters’ Section was held in Zagreb from October 5-7, 2016, and was organized by the Croatian Shorthand Association, with Josip Hanj¹ as its president, on the photo. The event saw participation of 65 members of Intersteno and IPRS from 17 countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Italy, South Korea, China, Hungary, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA and Croatia. Judging from the results of this three-day event, and the reactions and impressions from the participants, the city of Zagreb was an ideal choice of host for this international event. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 01 Dec 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10917/1/Astrid-Kuljanic-participating-A-Concert-Benefiting-the-Syrian-American-Medical-Society-in-NY-Nov-29th-2016.html Featured performance, of which Astrid Kuljaniæ will be a part of: "He Will Be Our Brother," A Concert Benefiting the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) Tuesday, November 29th, 2016, Saint Peter’s Church at 619 Lexington Ave, New York, NY. Special performances by renowned New York City musicians, including Edmar Castañeda, Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts, Kevin Hays, Gregoire Maret, John Ellis, Matt Clohesy, Magos Herrera, Vitor Gonçalves, Rogerio Boccato and Asaran Earth Trio. The admission is free and open to public. Hope you can join us in helping this extremely important fundraiser! darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Wed, 02 Nov 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10875/1/Nenad-Bachs-exciting-summer-2016-in-Croatia-and-in-the-USA.html Nenad Bach, a world renowned musician and composer, has collaborated with a number of famous musicians, did what he promised to the city ©ibenik, founded in 1066 AD - a unique ambient sound greeting for King Kre¹imir's city on its 950th birthday. At 9:50 every day, Bach and his students had a promenade through the streets of ©ibenik, drumming and chanting 900, 900, 900 - 50. Also, Nenad has been interviewed this summer for the TV show from Nashville, Waking Up in America, hosted by Tatiana Tajèi Cameron, distinguished Croatian spiritual singer. nenadbach@gmail.com (Nenad Bach E-Team) Mon, 01 Aug 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10866/1/Lipik-Streetball-Tournament-2016-organized-under-the-auspices-of-FIBA.html The Lipik 3x3 Challenger 2016, organized in the town of Lipik on Croatian North, is an international event in 3x3 street basketball, that will be held in Lipik on July 8 and 9 as a part of the World tour series and under the direct sponsorship from FIBA, the international governing basketball organisation. The Challenger status and the trust that FIBA showed came as a result of many years of hard and devoted work of young people who, 17 years ago, in the summer of 1999, led by the idea to enrich the local social life, decided to organise the first tournament in street basketball. Especially important was the role of Ivan Pu¹æenik, on the photo with Nenad N. Bach in Lipik. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 07 Jul 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10842/1/MEETING-G22-10-12-October-2016-in-Zagreb-offering-new-business-opportunities-for-Croatia-and-its-diaspora.html We are happy to see that the connection between Croatians of the diaspora has become a world-wide trend and that there are many „sibling“ Meeting G2 conferences around the world. This year two successful conferences took place in North America (Washington, USA) and in South America (Santa Cruz, Bolivia), while future conferences have already been announced: Chile and Chicago in 2017, Paraguay in 2018 and Australia soon to be announced! On the photo Mara Vitols Hrgetiæ and Josip Hrgetiæ, successful entrepreneurs in Croatia, owners of the FORUM Centre in Zagreb.. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 19 May 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10817/1/Branding-Croatia-2.html Gosti predavaèi u Hrvatskoj matici iseljenika (HMI, Trg Stjepana Radiæa) bili su Nenad Bach, Ante Mandiæ, Mate Rimac, Ivan Ma¾uraniæ i Daniel Kolak. Vrlo interesantna predavanja popraæena su ¾ivim diskusijama i mnogim novim idejama. Meðu sudionicima manifestacije bili su Robert Schenk, Radojka ©verko, Miroslav Æiro Bla¾eviæ, Amanda Grbavac, Ljiljana Vinkoviæ, Branka Èubeliæ, Sven Marièiæ, Lucija Petraè, Marko Sever, Helena Perièiæ, Michael Glazer i drugi. Najveæa vrijednost ovog susreta su nova sklopljena prijateljstva. Na fotografiji su Petar Æuriæ (moderator), Mara Vitols-Hrgetiæ i Nenad Bach. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Tue, 15 Mar 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10800/1/Dubrovnik-celebrating-1044-years-of-the-Feast-of-St-Blaise-in-2016.html On the 3rd of February of 2016, the city of Dubrovnik celebrated the Feast of its protector, Sveti Vlaho (St. Blaise). The celebration is organized each year at this date for more than a thosand years, more specifically, for 1044 years. The Holy Mass was celebrated by the Sarajevo Cardinal Vinko Puljiæ, who was the official envoy of Pope Francis. Thirty archbishops and bishops concelebrated, among them Blaise Cupich, archbishop of Chicago (who is of Croatian origin), archbishop Kegham Katcherian, envoy of the Armenian Catholicos - upon the invitation of the Dubrovnik bishop Mate Uziniæ, as well as around a hundred priests. We provide numerous photos of Croatians in traditional dresses, who attended the Feast of Sveti Vlaho. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 08 Feb 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10798/1/Zagreb-Philharmonic-to-perform-with-Malek-Jandali-at-Carnegie-Hall-on-February-6-2016.html Composer and pianist Malek Jandali premieres his sinfonietta for chamber orchestra with the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra in their Carnegie Hall debut. This concert celebrates the orchestra's 145th year during Carnegie Hall's 125th anniversary season. Jandali presents his latest album SoHo featuring The Malek Jandali Trio as part of his world tour The Voice of the Free Syrian Children, uniting people in peace and humanity. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 02 Feb 2016 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10763/1/Cravat-man-Nicholas-B-Daddazio.html Nicholas B. Daddazio studies the necktie as an icon and symbol of Western culture, rather than a fashion statement. He is also the first artist in the four hundred year history of the cravat/necktie to make figurative and representational bronze sculptures of the necktie/cravat. The giant neckties can be displayed on walls, in corners, on doors, along a staircase, hung from the ceiling, or flung over a bed, piano, or couch. As everybody knows, the cravat, as a global fashion element, has Croatian roots from the 16th century, and even the name of the cravat is derived from the name of Croatia. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 20 Nov 2015 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10760/1/Janica-Kostelic-the-greatest-female-skier-in-history-advertising-Yakutian-diamonds-in-2015.html Janica Kosteliæ of Croatia is the greatest female skier in history: she is the first alpine skier, male or female, to win four medals at one Olympics and the first female alpine skier to win six Olympic medals. Janica Kostelic was recently advertizing Yakutian diamonds in Croatia's capital Zagreb. Her brother Ivica Kostelic was also internationally known skier, under the guidance of their father and trainer Ante Kostelic. The life of the family of Kostelic is unique in the history of skiing sport (and may be in the history of sport in general). darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 14 Nov 2015 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10701/1/Nenad-Bach-quotBranding-Croatia-in-the-Worldquot-seminar-July-21-2015.html For the last 30 years Nenad Bach (left) has been working and living in New York City, where he created Croatian World Network (CROWN), which is one of the first influential Croatian web portals and which deals with the best among us and has been systematically promoting Croatia for the past 15 years. On July 21, 2015 Nenad will be holding a seminar titled "Branding Croatia in the World", which will be a day long hands on seminar, for 18 selected candidates to be held in Pula. Want in? Read on! (In Croatian). stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 10 Jun 2015 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10675/1/Grgich-Hills-Estate-celebrates-the-35th-anniversary-of-The-Great-Chicago-Chardonnay-Showdown.html ken@grgich.com (Ken Morris) Sun, 19 Apr 2015 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10627/1/Patrick-Hughes-Croatian-writer-guest-of-Israeli-pavilion-at-the-2014-Frankfurt-Book-Fair.html   Patrick Hughes (Zdravko Basariæ), Croatian writer, had the honor to participate with his Countdown Trilogy in the pavilion of the State of Israel during the largest book fair in the world in Frankfurt (8-10th of October 2014).  Thanks to his publisher for global market Mr. Pierre Lavi, the books are translating into Hebrew. The philosophy of Patrick Hughes is condensed in the following words: "Words and bullets kill, but I prefer to create good words rather than bullets. Help me create words of peace for all humanity". darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 15 Nov 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10617/1/Poziv-na-akciju-Pokretom-protiv-Parkinsona-3p-u-Maksimiru-Zagreb-4-listopada-2014-u-10-sati.html Program za subotu 4. listopada 2014.: Park Maksimir u Zagrebu, 10-15h prezentacija naèina vje¾banja, 11h zajednièko hodanje Putem Nade (podr¹ka borbi  oboljelih od Parkinsonove bolesti i sindroma), 12h koncert Nenada Bacha, Radojke ©verko i gostiju, 17 h projekcija filma „Everything Is Forever“ (Kino Tu¹kanac). Nakon projekcije filma bit æe razgovor s Nenadom Bachom. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 28 Sep 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10606/1/Tomislav-Braliae--Klapa-Intrade-USA-and-Canada-2014-Tour.html Over the decades certainly became one of the most popular Croatian music groups. From the one of the most awarded a cappella groups in 90’s, to “mega stars” delivering breathtaking performances in sold-out arenas and stadiums! Their international performances include multiple visits to: USA, Australia, Canada, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany, Ukraine, Bosnia, and Italy. During their second visit to the USA & Canada, they will showcase their unique talent that stays true to the core of Croatian culture and heritage. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sun, 24 Aug 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10604/1/Dubrovnik-Restaurant-to-celebrate-first-anniversary-on-August-28-2014.html Dubrovnik Restaurant located in New Rochelle, New York will celebrate its first anniversary on August 28, 2014. Dubrovnik serves Croatian dishes and gets its name from owner Zeljko “Jerry” Tomic’s hometown. The first annual celebration will have limited seats and will be by reservation only. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 21 Aug 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10540/1/Everything-is-Forever-by-Victor-Zimet-docu-drama-on-the-life-of-Nenad-Bach-World-Premiere-April-11th-2014.html WorldFest, founded in 1961, is the third oldest film festival in North America & the Oldest Indie Film Festival in the World! This annual event has evolved into a competitive Independent International film festival showcasing rising Indie cinematic talents! WorldFest Houston is a non-profit Educational and Cultural Organization. Croatian rocker/composer Nenad Bach's cinematic journey through war and peace and rock and roll. An unflinching examination of the universal creative process. The world premiere will be in Houston on Friday April 11th @ 9PM. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 07 Apr 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10535/1/Croatian-Fraternal-Union-CFU-founded-in-1894-in-the-USA-celebrates-120-years-of-existence.html From a membership of less than 300 in 1894, the Croatian Fraternal Union, or in Croatian - Hrvatska bratska zajednica, has grown into an organization with approximately 60,000 members worldwide. The history of the Croatian Fraternal Union actually coincides with the history of the Croatian people in North America. From the beginning, when an itinerant young newspaperman came to Pittsburgh from Chicago in the late fall of 1893, Zdravko V. Mu¾ina attracted more than 300 people to a meeting on Jan. 14, 1894, to organize a mutual benefit society for all Croatians. On the photo Mr. Bernard Luketich, president of CFU. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 16 Mar 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10529/1/Chess-champion-Garry-Kasparov-granted-Croatian-citizenship.html   Garry Kasparov, 50, has been granted Croatian citizenship in February 2014. During the last 20 years he spent many summer holidays at a house he owns in the southern Croatian town of Makarska and he speaks the Croatian language. Since the 1990s he was also a member of the Borovo Chess Club in the town of Vukovar, which he has played for during the Serbian aggression on Croatia. Mr. Kasparov is Armenian on his mother's side, and Jewish on his father's side. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Fri, 28 Feb 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10515/1/Lana-Is-presents-her-Solo-Debut-Album-quotIn-Your-Headquot-on-Feb-16th-2014-in-New-York-City.html   A new music star on a horizon. Lana Cenèiæ aka Lana Is, singer. songwriter, actress and dancer born in Zagreb and living in New York enriches the music world with a successful debut album notable above all for its complex song structures and the artist’s expressive voice. The intricacy of the songs is achieved not through pompous instrumentation or bombastic sound but through intelligent rhythms including numerous breaks and surprising twists and effective instrument combinations. Put together, it is not easy to process but has great character that matures and grows on you. Lana Is CD Release Party @ Rockwood Music Hall (Stage 2) 196 Allen Street, New York, NY, Sunday Feb 16, 7pm darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Tue, 04 Feb 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10512/1/Croatians-Krist-Novoselic-and-Ella-Yelich-O8217Connor-aka-Lorde-take-home-Grammys.html Croatians score two wins at the 2014 Grammy awards. Croatian-American Krist Novoselic won as part of a collaboration with Dave Grohl, Paul McCartney and Pat Smear for best rock song. Ella Yelich O’Connor of New Zealand won two Grammy Awards for Best Pop Solo Performance and Song of the Year for “Royals.” stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 28 Jan 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10507/1/Joza-Vrljicak-writing-about-Croatian-Government-Advisory-Council-for-Croats--Abroad.html Mr. Joza Vrljièak from Buenos Aires, Argentina,  participated in the First Meeting of the Advisory Council to the Government of the Republic of Croatia for Croats Living Abroad, which was held in Zagreb on 18th to 20th December 2013. The Council was established by Croatian law in 2012 and it is formed by 55 representatives of Croatians from around the globe. joza.vrljicak@gmail.com (Joza Vrlji�ak) Sun, 19 Jan 2014 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10501/1/Srdjan-Bulat-to-give-recital-at-the-Royal-Academy-of-Music-in-London-on-January-7-2014.html Classical guitarist, Srdjan Bulat will be holding a recital at the Royal Academy of Music in London, on Tuesday January 7, 2014. The recital will be held at the David Josefowitz Recital Hall and will start at 6:00 p.m. admission is free. Bulat, a post graduate student at the Royal Academy of Music will be performing works by Croatian composers. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 19 Dec 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10500/1/-Miro-Gavrans-world-premiere-of-quotHOW-TO-STEAL-A-WIFEquot-in-Vilnius-in-Lithuania-adapted-from-his-comedy.html The world premiere of the film "How to Steal a Wife", which was adapted from Miro Gavran's theatre comedy "Henpecked Husbands", is scheduled for December 20th in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The producer is LITL BAZ PICTURES from Vilnius. The director is the young, but exceptionally successful Donatas Ulvydas. Shortly after its release in Vilnius, the film will play in theaters in America and Europe, so screenings are already lined up in Chicago, London, Oslo, Copenhagen, Bergen ... Very recently Miro Gavran had premieres in Slovakia, Czechia and in Russia. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 16 Dec 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10489/1/Croatian-events-in-Argentina-2013-Buenos-Aires-Celebra-Croacia-Klapa-Kastav-Chaco-etc.html   Joza Vrljièak sent us numerous video recordings and photos concerning the Croatian Day celebrated in Argentinean capital Buenos Aires, in November 2013. It is estmated that there are about 300,000 citizens of Croatian origin in Argentina. Croatian community in Argentina is very active, espeically in the field of culture. Numerous Croatinas contributed in various ways to the prestige and wellbeing of Argentina. Probably the best known among them is Juan (Ivan) Vucetich 1858-1925, the father of the scientific dactiloscopy, that is, of identification by fingerprints. joza.vrljicak@gmail.com (Joza Vrlji�ak) Thu, 05 Dec 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10488/1/Its-not-a-Velvet-but-a-Snowflake-Revolution.html Why a Snowflake? Simple. A snowflake is innocent, unique, gentle and clean, just like the vast majority of us. A snowflake is a child's joy just like we all want to be joy and pride for our children because we did something for their future. But a snowflake upon snowflake, though gentle, can become a deep snow and an avalanche. Then they have a power that cannot be ignored. Croatian Hamed Bangoura started a non-violent Snowflake Revolution on Facebook, asking for fundamental change in a Croatian political arena. They expect over 50.000 snowflakes in 48 hours. Democracy by example. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 04 Dec 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10463/1/Pianist-Javor-Braeiae-makes-solo-debut-at-Carnegie-Hall-on-October-22-2013.html Since his arrival in the USA in 2009, Javor Braèiæ (left) has performed at various venues in New York City including the Metropolitan Museum, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Steinway Hall and New York Historical Society. He has been heard on WQXR classical music station (the McGraw Hill Companies Young Artists Showcase) and has recently released a CD album “Tribute to Haydn” with works written by and dedicated to Joseph Haydn. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 25 Sep 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10448/1/Pope-Francis-and-his-encounters-with-Croatians-in-Argentina-and-Brasil.html Pope Francis, as a cardinal of Buenos Aires, encountered Croatians in Argentina in various occasions. He concelebrated during a mass dedicated to blessed Cardinal Alojzije Stepinac (1898-1960). His personal confessor was Croatian Franciscan Berislav Ostojiæ. We express our gratitude to Carmen Verlichak, Croatian-Argentinean writer living in Buenos Aires, for providing us with interesting photos. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 10 Aug 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10447/1/Operation-quotStormquot-1995-prevented-genocide-in-Bihaae-area-of-BiH-and-liberated-occupied-parts-of-Croatia.html According to Professor Slobodan Lang, distinguished Croatian peace activist, "STORM was humanitarian operation which prevented genocide." The old Croatian mediaeval royal town of Knin was liberated in just a few days after five years of occupation. Congratulations on the occasion of Victory Day and the Day of Croatian Defenders on 5th August to citizens of Croatia and all Croatians in the world. On the photo president Franjo Tuðman kissing Croatian flag on the liberated mediaeval fortress of Knin. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 04 Aug 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10444/1/Miro-Gavrans-play-Night-of-the-Gods-translated-into-Hindi-will-be-played-in-Hyderabad-India-on-August-3rd-2013.html The Croatian author Miro Gavran’s play “NIGHT OF THE GODS” will be premiered in THE TURIYA THEATRE in the Indian city of Hyderabad on  August 3rd. The play has been translated into Hindi and is being directing by Bavani Ganti, while the main roles are being played by Rabul Reddy, Vinay Abhishek and Afroz Hussaini. To date “NIGHT OF THE GODS” has been played in 20 premiere performances. His works have been translated into 35 languages, and his books have come out in 150 different editions at home and abroad. His dramas and comedies have had more than 200 theatre first nights around the world and have been seen by more than two million theatre-goers. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 29 Jul 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10443/1/Carmen-Verlichak-Croatian-Argentinean-writer-published-a-monograph-El-Cardenal-Stepinac-in-Buenos-Aires-2013.html In 2013 Carmen Verlichak, Croatian-Argentiean writer living in Buenos Aires, wrote a monograph about Blessed Cardinal dr. Alojzije Stepinac 1898-1960, entitled El Cardenal Stepinac. It has been published by the Krivodol Press in Argentinean's capital. This is the first monograph in Castellano about this important historical and religious figure published in South America. In 1998 Cardinal Alojzije Stepinac was beatified by Pope John Paul II in Marija Bistrica, during his second Apostolic visit to Croatia. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 28 Jul 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10442/1/Croatia---Land-and-People-internet-project-of-the-Public-Diplomacy-Service-and-the-Lexicographic-Institute.html We are pleased to inform the readers of the CROWN that, on the occasion of Croatia's accession to the EU, a new website has been recently launched: www.croatia.eu, that is, "Croatia - Land and People“. It has been produced on the initiative of the Public Diplomacy Service of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, with the support of the Institute of Lexicography in Zagreb. The project has been initiated by Mr. Zvonimir Frka Pete¹iæ, head of the Public Diplomacy Service. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Wed, 24 Jul 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10421/1/GLAGOLICA-a-European-Musical-Language---project-by-Festival-Kvarner-in-Opatija-25-26-June-2013-Croatia.html The “GLAGOLICA - A European Musical Language” project, is an awarded EU project within the framework of the Culture Programme 2007-2013. We are speaking about Croatia, which will enter the European Union on 1st of July 2013. The central theme is the Croatian recension of Old Church Slavonic literary language with its Croatian Glagolitic Script. The program includes the concerts of Katarina Livljaniæ (25th June, Middle Age Music) and I.G. Kovaèiæ Choir from Zagreb (26th June, Bruckner's Te Deum) in  the city of Opatija in Istrian peninsula, both at 21:30. Croatian Glagolitic Script will be visualized by Ars Electronica from Vienna. On the photo is the logo of Festival Kvarner in Opatija, Croatia. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10418/1/Julija-Vojkovic-champion-of-International-Competition-in-Middle-Age-Fencing-in-Pavone-Canavese-Italy.html In 2013 a small Croatian group participated in the International Competition of Middle Age Fencing in Pavone Canavese Italy. And for the first time in the history of competition, a brand new team won to first places. Julija Vojkovic won the first place in fencing. She composed her fantastic dresses sewing them alone, based on old traditional, extremely elegant Croatian costumes from the region of Vrlika. Julija is professional graphic artist and designer living with her family in the city of Zagreb. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 08 Jun 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10413/1/The-World-Festival-of-Animated-Film-in-Croatias-capital-Zagreb-482119-June-2013.html As many as 52 works from 16 countries submitted their applications for the 2013 Festival of Animated Film in Zagreb. The 16 selected works are characterised by the diversity of animation techniques and artistic approaches. They include abstract works like Unfettered by Canadian author Sandra Eber, Kihi-kuhi by Finn Maria Bjoerklund or Ostali tragovi by Swiss-Croatian artist Michaela Müller, as well as narrative films like Choban by Croatian filmmaker Matija Pisaèiæ, Donijela sam kolaèa by another Croatian author, Ivana Pipal, and We have no tickets by Chinese artist Bao Jian. In the middle of the photo is the logo of the Festival: Z... is for Zagreb. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Tue, 28 May 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10403/1/MARULIC-DAYS-2013-in-the-city-of-Split-in-Croatia---COLLOQVIVM-MARVLIANVM-XXIII.html The 2013 COLLOQVIVM MARVLIANVM XXIII, under the title  The Heritage of Classical Antiquity in Renaissance Texts, has been organized by the Split Literary Circle - Marulianum, Split, Croatia, 19-20 April 2013. This international conference was held in the Institute of the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts in Split. It was a part of a much larger cultural event, The Maruliæ Days 2013, named after Marko Maruliæ 1450-1524 (Marcvs Marvlvs), a Croatian Renaissance writer, who was living in the city of Split. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 06 May 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10400/1/Croatian-Academy-of-America-celebrates-its-60th-anniversary-in-2013.html In 1953, a group of persons dedicated to promoting Croatian history, art and culture agreed that a formal organization needed to be established to introduce to an American and Canadian scholarly audience the importance of Croatia to civilization.  The Croatian Academy of America (CAA) resulted from the work of these dedicated persons. The Academy’s Journal of Croatian Studies made its first appearance seven years later, in 1960, and has been publishing ever since, showcasing the articles of hundreds of prominent scholars from North America and Croatia. On the photo John Kraljiæ, the current president of CAA. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10399/1/Miro-Gavran-Croatian-writer-and-ceremonial-300th-performance-of-his-drama-in-the-Prague-in-Czech-Republic.html On Sunday, April 14th in Prague, Theater STUDIO DVA presented the ceremonial 300th performance of Miro Gavran's drama 'All About Men', translated by Blanka Kuèerova and Blanka Fi¹erova, and directed by Jana Janekova. Miro Gavran is a well-known author in the Czech Republic; so far, he has had twelve premieres there, as well as two published books - a drama book, and the novel 'Judita'. Miro Gavran's works have hitherto been translated into 35 languages, and have had over 200 permieres perfomed around the world. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 20 Apr 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10388/1/Zoran-Jakuc-student-of-the-University-of-Zagreb-and-his-project-CROM--CROATIA---ROMANIA.html Mr. Zoran Jakuc, a student of the Faculty of Textile Technology (TTF) of the University of Zagreb, spent three exciting months in Romania in 2011/12, within the European student exchange, at the University of Iasi. Among others, he proposed and organized an interesting Croatian-Romanian student project, called CROM 2012, aiming to promote cultures of both countries, using fashion and textile technology. The project resulted with a rich two hour cultural program, which was a great success, registered by the Romanian TV. He was also accompanied with his two colleagues from the TTF of the University of Zagreb, Marija Dami¹ and Kristina Pli¹o. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Tue, 19 Mar 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10348/1/Klapa-Cambi-2013-US--Canada-Tour-Featuring-the-Jerry-Grcevich-Tamburitza-Orchestra.html The most awarded and internationally recognized a’cappella group from Croatia,  winner of a World Choir Championship in St. Petersburg will showcase their unique vocal talent during their USA and Canada tour scheduled for January 2013. For 25 year the group stays true to the core of Croatian heritage and culture while bringing authentic music of Dalmatia to the international spotlight. Their performance will take you through ancient Dalmatian cities, help you feel the love and appreciation for the homeland, and bring closer to the beautiful Adriatic. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Mon, 10 Dec 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10341/1/Brian-Gallagher-a-historic-day---the-Croatian-diaspora-can-take-pride-in-its-support-of-Croatian-generals.html Brian Gallagher: Certainly there were those outside Croatia who also supported the generals. I will single out here the former adviser to Margaret Thatcher, Robin Harris. He helped raise the profile of the case and was forthright in support. That was quite brave; believing in the innocent of alleged war criminals is not necessarily a very popular thing to do. The Croatian diaspora can take pride in its support. Indeed, Croatian Americans took part in the defence – Luka Misetic and Tom Kuzmanovic. And from Canada was Ana Katalinic, the Gotovina case manager. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 26 Nov 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10328/1/Davor-Vukovic-Exhibit-at-Broadway-Gallery-in-New-York-City-October-24th---November-12-2012.html Davor Vukovic, a self-educated painter and poet, is one of the most prominent artists in contemporary Croatian landscape painting. Vukovic possesses originality mixed with an innate talent for spontaneous expression. Although his poems are more subtle and introspective, his paintings are passionate and exciting—he engages himself both physically and emotionally. Expressing himself in a range of colors that reflect both his inner-self and his outer interactions with nature, Vukovic infuses modernity and impressionism into energetic paintings that soothe the mind. His work, through its evocative use of color, movement, texture, and shape, display a state of mind rather than a tangible landscape. He will be highlighted in a major solo exhibition at Broadway Gallery, NYC. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 10 Oct 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10308/1/Nenad-Bach-interviewed-by-Garrison-Leykam-who-hosts-Conversation-Crossroad.html On Monday August 6th, Nenad was interviewed by Garrison Leykam who hosts Conversation Crossroad. The program is the definitive Internet-based radio program for listeners who want the best in entertainment, information and intriguing ideas. On Friday August 17th, the band will be making its return to the legendary Towne Crier as guests of Black 47! The Band is honored to be opening for them. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. and the Towne Crier is located at 130 Route 22 Pawling, New York. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Thu, 09 Aug 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10305/1/Japan-Croatia-Friendship-House-completed-in-Tokamachi-in-2012---congratulations.html Japan Croatia Friendship House is a result of very good relations that the Republic of Croatia has with Japan. The House has been completed in 2012, based on the project of two distinguished Croatian architects Vinko Peneziæ i Kre¹imir Rogina. Very important role in launching the project had Yoshifumi Sekiguchi, Mayor of the city of Tokamachi on the photo, former Croatian ambassador Dr. Drago ©tambuk, present Croatian amabassador Ms Mira Martinec on the photo, and of course, Croatian national soccer team that lived and trained in the city throughout the 2002 World Cup. darko.zubrinic@gmail.com (Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 06 Aug 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10274/1/New-York-City-premiere-of-quotThe-Dollquot-by-Miro-Gavran-on-June-22nd-2012.html Miro Gavran's play “The Doll” will be premiered in New York on June 22nd by Storefront & Bench Production with The Local Theatre Present at the Gallery MC in the West End. The translation into English was done by Nina H. Kay-Antoljak. Sanja Bestic is directing and the members of the cast are Anna-Nora Bernstein and Chris Batstone. This premiere in New York will be the first performance of the play in the United States. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Mon, 04 Jun 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10246/1/Miro-Gavrans-play-to-be-premiered-in-Antwerp-Belgium-on-12th-April-2012.html   "Chekov Says Good-bye to Tolstoy", Miro Garan's drama, will be premiered at the TEATRA AAN DE STROM (www.theateraandestroom.be ) in Antwerp, Belgium on 12th April. The translation into Flemish has been done by Bob Snijers, who will directing the play, and the roles will be played by Jef Demedts, Magda Cnudde. Steven de Lelie and Annelore Stubbe. The drama has had nine premieres to date:  in Croatia, the Czech Republic, the United States of America, France and Poland, so that the Belgian premiere will be the tenth. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10228/1/1040-years-of-uninterrupted-tradition-of-celebrating-the-Day-of-St-Blaise-in-Dubrovnik.html Celebrations of the fest day of St Blaise (in Croatian, Sveti Vlaho), Dubrovnik patron saint, is celebrated since 972 AD, that is, continuously for 1040 years. This patron relates Dubrovnik and Croatia with Armenia, because St Blais was Armenian saint. The Festival of St Blaise is also the City of Dubrovnik Day. Croatian-Armenian friendship society has been founded in Croatia's capital Zagreb in 2003. Its current president is Croatian pianist Naira Astaryan of Armenian origin. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10204/1/Rudjer-Boskovic-1711-1787-Croatian-polymath-and-the-Royal-Society-exhibition-in-London-until-15-Feb-2012.html To celebrate the 300th anniversary of the birth of Croatian scientist Rudjer Boskovic, the Royal Society is mounting a small exhibition of rare books and archives relating to Boscovich, his work, and his influence on later British scientists including Joseph Priestley, Humphry Davy and J J Thomson. He visited the Royal Society while in London on a diplomatic mission in 1760, and was immediately elected a Fellow of the Society. The exhibition will open from 24 November 2011 until 15 February 2012. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sun, 27 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10194/1/Incorporating-the-Diaspora-in-Contemporary-Croatian-Studies--The-Harriman-Institute.html This series of short presentations will introduce the exciting and dynamic developments at the University of Rijeka’s new campus, as well as outline the university’s goals for expanding international cooperation, exchange, and Croatian language education. There will also be a focus on how to strengthen cooperation and exchange between the University of Rijeka and Croatian émigré communities in the United States, including knowledge transfer, student exchanges, contributions of returning scholars, and development opportunities. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 22 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10180/1/Nenad-Bach-Band-and-Marci-Geller-at-Towne-Crier-Cafe-September-30-2011.html The Nenad Bach Band will be returning to one of their favorite haunts, the Towne Crier on Friday September 30th.  The show starts at 8:30 p.m. and tickets are $17.50 in advance and $22.50 at the door. The Towne Crier is located on  130 Route 22, Pawling, New York. Opening the show and joining the band will be special guest Marci Geller, one of Nenad's favorite singers. Marci is something to marvel at. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 28 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10168/1/Middle-European-Mathematical-Olympiad-organized-in-Varazdin-Croatia-2011.html The Middle European Mathematical Olympiad (MEMO) is the continuation of Austrian-Polish Mathematical Competition (APMC), held 29 times from 1978 to 2006. Now ten countries participate in the MEMO: Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia and Switzerland. The 5th Middle European Mathematical Olympiad was held in Vara¾din, Croatia, from 1st to 7th September 2011. About a hundred participants came, including 60 contestants and 20 team leaders and their deputies. On the photo prof.dr. Ilko Brnetiæ, University of Zagreb, chairman of the Jury. zeljko.hanjs@fer.hr (�eljko Hanj� and Darko �ubrini�) Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10159/1/Festival-Kvarner-a-new-meeting-point-of-artists-and-scholars-in-Opatija-Croatia.html The idea of the artistic exchange on a European level is revived in our Festival in the Kvarner region in Croatia. The fact that many composers, such as Mahler, Puccini, Lehar, Kalman, etc., who, over the course of history, have stayed here and have been inspired by the picturesque landscape and the Mediterranean flair proves that this location is perfectly suitable for music: history provides us with the evidence that our idea has a good basis. On the photo Vjekoslav Martinko, Lovran, president of the Festival Kvarner. Director of the Festival is dr. Michael Fendre, Vienna. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Fri, 19 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10155/1/Nenad-Bach-Band-At-The-BeanRunner-Cafe-NY-Friday-August-19-2011-730-1030-pm.html Join us Friday, August 19, 2011 7:30 to 10:30 pm, At The BeanRunner Cafe 201 South Division Street, Peekskill, NY to listen to The Nenad Bach Band. We are an intimate and friendly live music cafe with a full menu, including beer and wine, available during all performances. Seating fills quickly, so give us a call - 914.737.1701 - to reserve your table. Seating starts at 7:30 pm. Showtime is at 8:00 pm. Nenad Bach has a dream, nurtured through wartime and expatriation, and informed by his quest for universal justice and deep longing for world peace. The result: All I Want Is Freedom, a potent shot of rock infused with heart and soul. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10146/1/15th-Anniversary-of-cooperation-between-Croatian-Armed-Forces-and-Minnesota-National-Guard.html The 15th anniversary of successful cooperation between the Croatian Armed Forces (CAF) and Minnesota National Guard was commemorated this weekend by military exercise of 27 CAF members and the same number of members of the Minnesota National Guard, and by the meeting in Minnesota of Ministry of Defense State Secretary Pjer ©imunoviæ, Croatia, with Minnesota National GGuard Commander Major General Richard C. Nash. The military exercise was led for the first time by the Croatian Army female officer Second Lieutenant Manuela Denzic. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 25 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10123/1/18th-Annual-Convention-of-the-NFCA-to-Take-Place-in-Pittsburgh-June-4-2011.html  The 18th Annual Convention of the National Federation of Croatian Americans Cultural Foundation (NFCA) will take place in Pittsburgh on June 4, 2011 at the Clarion Hotel in Greentree, located just outside of Pittsburgh.  Delegates from throughout the United States are expected to attend. foleycoinc@earthlink.net (Joe Foley) Fri, 03 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10122/1/US-Senator-Jeff-Sessions-to-Deliver-Keynote-Address-in-Opatija-Croatia-.html The Adriatic Institute for Public Policy will host a regional conference for elected officials and reform proponents at the International Leaders Summit in Opatija, Croatia, June 16-18, 2011. The Adriatic Institute for Public Policy is pleased to announce that United States Senator Jeff Sessions will deliver a keynote address at Adriatic Institute's International Leaders Summit. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Fri, 03 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10114/1/Pope-Benedict-XVI-on-his-apostolic-visit-to-Croatia-4-and-5-June-2011.html Croatia will soon host pope Benedict XVI on 4 and 5 June 2011, which is the National Day of Croatian Families. The slogan of his visit is "Together in Christ". For that occasion a very nice song has been composed, in which about 30 Croatian singers participate. The first international recognition of Croatia came in 879 from Pope John VIII, ie. 1132 years ago! darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sat, 14 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10099/1/Four-centuries-of-Croatians-in-Vienna.html Pozivamo Vas na izlo¾bu 400 godina Hrvata u Beèu 7. travnja 2011. u 19 sati u Galeriju Matice hrvatske, Zagreb, ul. Matice hrvatske 2. Autori izlo¾be su dr. Josip Ser¹iæ i g. Mijo Juriæ iz Beèa. Suradnici  su Gabriela Novak-Karall i Petar Tyran iz Beèa. Sudjeluje i dr. Jan Kickert, veleposlanik R. Austrije u Hrvatskoj.  Hrvati su prije èetristo godina (1609) imali svoje Hrvatsko Selo (Crabatendoerfel / Krowotendoerfel) u nekada¹njem beèkom predgraðu Spittelberga (Spitaljbrega). darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10088/1/Please-help-Japan.html Japan has been struck by the tragedy of Biblical proportions. Pray for Japan. darko@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach and Darko �ubrini�) Sun, 13 Mar 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10079/1/Perforations-Festival-to-be-held-in-New-York-City-March-11-21-2011.html Zvonimir Dobrovic (left) in association with La MaMa will be bringing the Perforacija Festival from Croatia to  NewYork. The Peforations Festival is a live arts festival featuring some of the leading contemporary performing artists from Southeast Europe. The festival will be held at Club La MaMa in New York City, March 11-21, 2011. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Mon, 21 Feb 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10075/1/My-Wifes-Husband-Premieres-makes-US-premiere-March-9-8211-24-2011.html Little Fish Theatre (LFT) in San Pedro is kicking off its 2011 Mid-Week Series with the comedy MY WIFE’S HUSBAND by Croatian playwright Miro Gavran, directed Don Schlossman. A favorite in Croatia, LFT will be presenting the US Premiere of the English translation of the play. This production features Croatian actress Iva Hasperger (left). stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10074/1/Michael-Mazzeo-Gallery--hosts-exhibit-by-Hrvoje-Slovenc-March-3-to-April-23-2011.html Michael Mazzeo Gallery is pleased to present Home Theater, a solo exhibition of large-scale,multiple-panel, color photographs by the New York based, Croatian photographer, Hrvoje Slovenc (left). The work will be on view from March 3 through April 23, with a reception for the artist on Thursday, March 10, from 6 – 8 PM. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/10016/1/Eight-perfect-days-for-Croatians-in-Perth-Australia.html The Consulate of the Republic of Croatia and the Croatian Community of Western Australia are coordinating the participation of Croatia at this year’s fair Perth Royal Show. The goal is to showcase Croatia’s tourism and commerce as well as the trade and commerce of the Croatian community. The Elie Eaton pavilion the size of 1000 m2 was assigned to Croatia by the organizers. Hrvoje Petru¹iæ, the consul general of the Republic of Croatia in Perth, wrote the article. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9974/1/Sensational-Croatian-electric-car-launched-at-the-Geneva-Motor-Show-2010.html Dok-Ing is the Croatian producer of high-tech robots, primarily for the US military. It has recently launched an attractive electric mini-car with vertical-opening doors. It can achieve 130km/h, acceleration of 0-100km/h in 7.7s. After 8 hours connected to a 220V network it gets a full charge of its lithium-phosphate, and can travel up to 250km without having to plug it. Director Vjekoslav Majetiæ on the photo and design by Igor Juriæ. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sat, 29 May 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9972/1/Branimir-Kvartuc-of-StandUpCroatiacom-to-cross-the-Adriatic-Sea-for-charity.html Croatian American Branimir Kvartuè, an award-winning photojournalist, two times cancer survivor, StandUpCroatia.com founder and  philanthropist, will be crossing the Adriatic Sea on June 25-27 of 2010, from Venice, Italy to Pula, Croatia on a Stand Up Paddle board, setting a world record, in the process. See some of his beuatiful photos from the Ðakovo Embroidery folklore festival. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sun, 23 May 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9942/1/New-Voices-in-Croatian-Drama-featured-in-NYC-May-13-2010.html Highlighting the first-ever playwriting exchange between Croatia and the United States, this evening will showcase the work of young Croatian dramatists Ivana Sajko (left) and Tena ©tivièiæ, featuring a brief presentation on contemporary theatre from Croatia, excerpts from both author’s plays in both Croatian and English, and a discussion with the participants in this exchange. InterfaithArts@aol.com (Eileen Weiss) Sun, 09 May 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9968/1/Nenad-Bach-Boris-Ljubicic--Davor-Pavuna-at-TEDxZAGREB-April-2010.html Ideas worth spreading: Nenad Bach: A lifetime of advocating for peace has led Nenad to question: What is Freedom? Boris Ljubièiæ: Designer in quest, he has subordinated personal to the general, persistent and uncompromising promoter of Croatian visual identity. Davor Pavuna: unusual physicist with vision, exposing on eternal theme - Ah, Love! darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Thu, 06 May 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9965/1/Davor-Suker-to-Hold-Mini-Clinic-for-Charity-in-NYC-May-15-2010.html Davor Suker (left) will be holding a “Mini Clinic for Charity” on Saturday, May 15th 2010 at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) campus in Old Westbury, Long Island from 10am-1pm. The clinic will be for children between the ages of 9-14 and all proceeds will benefit the CACF and its ongoing battle for removing mines in Croatia. jperos@croatiancharities.com (John Peros) Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9963/1/Greenwich-Trio-win-at-the-Beethoven-Society-of-Europe-Competition-.html The Greenwich Trio comprised of Stjepan Hauser from Croatia, Lana Trotovsek from Slovenia (both pictured left) and Yoko Misumi from Japan won at the Beethoven Chamber Music Competition 2010 held on April 22, 2010 at Steinway Hall in London and  sponsored by the Beethoven Piano Society of Europe. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sat, 24 Apr 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9961/1/Dejan-Lazic-to-perform-with-the-Pacific-Symphony-May-13-15-2010.html Croatian pianist Dejan Lazic (left) whose recent performance The New York Times hailed as “full of poetic, shapely phrasing and vivid dynamic effects that made this music sound fresh, spontaneous and impassioned.” will be performing with the Pacific Symphony led by guest conductor Michael Stern. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sat, 24 Apr 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9923/1/Armenian-bishop-Nareg-Alemezian-in-Dubrovnik-Celebrating-the-Day-of-St-Vlaho.html   A special bond between Croatia and Armenia is the cult of the saint Sv. Vlaho (St. Blaise) from Armenian Sebaste, patron of the city of Dubrovnik. Armenian bishop Nareg Alemezian on the left visited the City and participated in the annual festivity, 1038th in order! The author of the first history of Armenian people published in Europe was Croatian - Josip Marinoviæ, in 18th century. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9891/1/Branko-Katalinic-Croatian-scientist-directing-DAAAM-in-Vienna-for-20-years.html Branko Kataliniæ, professor of robotics at the Technical University in Vienna, Austria, has founded a prestigeous international association DAAAM in 1990. In 2009 the 20th annual conference of DAAAM has been organized in Vienna. Among the past conferences, four of them have been organized in Croatia: in Dubrovnik, twice in Opatija and in Zadar. The DAAAM comprises more than fifty member states and hundreds of international organizations. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sat, 28 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9884/1/Konvoj-Libertas-plovi-prema-hrvatsko-slovenskoj-granici-7-studenog-2009.html Znameniti Konvoj Libertas plovi prema hrvatsko-slovenskoj granici 7. studenog 2009. Prikljuèite se! Kontakt: Zvonimir ©eparoviæ, na e-mail  adresu zvonimir.separovic@zg.t-com.hr (u zaglavlje staviti Konvoj Libertas). Ugro¾eni su hrvatski nacionalni interesi. A famous convoy Libertas sails to the Croatian-Slovenian border on November 7th, 2009. Join! Croatian national interests are in danger. zvonimir.separovic@zg.t-com.hr (Branka �eparovi�) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9873/1/LADO-Croatia8217s-Acclaimed-Folk-Dance-Ensemble-to-Perform-in-North-America.html LADO's fall tour of the U.S. and Canada is the climax of the 60th anniversary celebration of the founding of the ensemble. Eleven performances are scheduled in eight cities, full-production concerts and choral concerts combined. The mission of LADO goes well beyond performing dances that have been central to Croatian culture for generations. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9848/1/Loreta-Kovacic-to-play-at-the-Contemporary-Arts-Museum-in-Houston-Sept-3-2009.html Croatian pianist Loreta Kovacic and her group the Texas Slavs will be performing at the Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston on September 3, 2009 starting at 7:00 p.m. The show is called Immigrants Out There, and will feature songs composed by her. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9844/1/U2-conquered-Zagreb-Croatia.html Unprecedented and original spectacle in Maksimir stadium was thrown by Bono Vox and his good Irish lads of U2. Over 60,000 people sang along with the band for over two hours. Oh beautiful, oh precious, oh sweet  liberty - Bono Vox quoted 17th century Croatian author Ivan Gunduliæ  as per Nenad Bach's suggestion, to the delight of the sold-out stadium. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9841/1/Epidaurus-Festival-in-Cavtat-Croatia-Aug-28---Sep-22-2009.html CROWN invites you to attend the Third Epiduarus Festival in Cavtat,  from  August 28 to September 22 2009. The Festival has been founded and is directed by infatiguable Croatian pianist Ivana Marija Vidoviæ, on the photo. Cavtat is a lovely town south of Dubrovnik, on Croatian coast. Among principal guests of the Festival this year will be a famous Croatian guitarist Ana Vidoviæ. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Tue, 04 Aug 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9816/1/49th-International-Childrens-Festival-in-Sibenik-Croatia-June-20---July-4-2009.html 49th International Children's Festival in the city of ©ibenik, Croatia, will take place in the period of June 20 - July 4 2009. It will host as many as 1100 participants from twenty countries which will offer a rich cultural program. The theatre tradition in ©ibenik started 140 years ago, in 1870, when the theatre building was inaugurated. The city is famous for its Renaissance Cathedral of Sv. Jakov from 15-16th centuries, proteced by UNESCO. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9812/1/Teddy-Bear-Hospital-in-Zagreb-inviting-children-from-3-6-years-of-age-June-16-2009.html Dear children and parents, if you have recently noticed that your favourite teddy bear, horsy or other toy is coughing, or his tummy hurts, bring him to the doctor on Tuesday June 16th, 9 a.m. at Flower Square, Zagreb! The project is aimed for children 3-6 years of age, to teach healthy children not to be afraid of a physician: doctors and healing are presented in a way comprehensive to children, through "healing" children's toys. edivjak@gmail.com (Eugen Divjak) Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9802/1/Project-of-Croatian-house-in-Tokamachi-Japan.html In the Japanese city of Tokamachi and with the presence of eminent Croatian architects Vinko Peneziæ and Kresimir Rogina, Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia to Japan Dr. Drago ©tambuk and the Mayor of Tokamachi Yoshifumi Sekiguchi confirmed the decision of the City Council regarding the construction of Croatian House that would represent the focal point of Croatia-Japan friendship in Japan. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9785/1/U2-legends-of-rocknroll-are-coming-to-Zagreb-on-August-9th-and-10th-2009.html The Zagreb concerts of U2 are scheduled for August 9th and 10th. The 10th of August concert was sold out in just a few hours, so organisers and the band arranged an additional concert, for which you may still buy your tickets. The concerts are to be held at Maksimir Stadium. In 1995 Bono recited a verse written in 1628 by Croatian poet Ivan Gunduliæ:  O lijepa, o draga, o slatka slobodo... (O beautiful, o beloved, o sweet liberty...). edivjak@gmail.com (Eugen Divjak) Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9768/1/Goran-Karan-Tours-the-United-States-and-Canada-April-May-2009.html   Croatia's platinum and diamond recording artist Goran Karan and his six -piece band "Vagabundo" will be performing in select cities in the United States and Canada. He promises an unforgettable concert featuring his most popular songs and some traditional Dalmatian songs as well as other hits.  stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9763/1/Croatia-in-NATO-on-April-3-2009-NFCA-newsletter.html Republic of Croatia is scheduled to formally join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) together with Albania at a summit marking the bloc's 60th anniversary during April 3-4. 2009. The NFCA is pleased to have contributed over the years to this great accomplishment for the Old Homeland. May Croatia long enjoy the peace and prosperity that is a by-product of NATO membership. EAAndrus@comcast.net (Edward Andrus) Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9731/1/Support-Ann-Marie-Boskovich-For-The-Next-American-Idol.html  Support Croatian talent. Vote for Ann Marie tonight! We begin an exciting week as Ann Marie was picked to sing in the first group set to perform on Tuesday, February 17th. 2009. If you have the privilege of knowing Ann Marie, you were a fan long before her involvement with American Idol simply because she is just one of those special people with an amazing heart. This is a grass root support. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9729/1/Worlds-Longest-Sausage-Made-In-Vinkovci-Croatia.html On Saturday February 14, 2009 Croatians in Vinkovci cooked up what they claim to be the world's largest sausage, measuring 530 metres or 1,738 feet. Organisers said the sausage was the world's largest and could feed as many as 3,000 people, but adding it was merely "training" for next year when they plan to produce a sausage measuring 1,000 metres. For Valentine. No comments. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9718/1/GAVRANFEST-2009-in-Trnava-Slovakia-February-23---27-2009.html Since 2003, the Jan Palarik Theatre from Trnava, Slovakia has organised a theatre festival that is unique in Europe, at which only the dramas and comedies of the Croatian author, Miro Gavran, are performed. This year's GAVRANFEST is the fourth to be organised and it will be held between February 23 and 27, with theatres from five countries taking part:  Slovakia, Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland and Croatia. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9707/1/Croatia-32---Spain-22-at-World-Handball-Championship-Croatia-2009.html Croatia convincingly defeated handball superpower Spain 32:22. The match was also a revenge of Croatian handball team for the defeat they suffered from Spain in the match for the third place at the Olympics in Beijing. In a great atmosphere of Spaladium Arena Croatian players showed determination from the very beginning. Ivano Baliæ on the photo, one of the best players of today, playing for Croatia in his native city of Split. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9690/1/Croatian-Cultural-Club-in-Zagreb.html The principal role of the Croatian Cultural Club in Zagreb is the advancement of Croatian culture at home and internationally. The Club provides incentives and works on implementation of various programmes related to creation of works of arts, organises lectures, recitals, exhibitions and conferences. The Club has been founded by ©ime ©imatoviæ on the photo. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9677/1/Merry-Christmas-Happy-New-Year-2009-Happy-Holidays-Blagoslovljen-Boiae.html Merry Christmas Happy New Year 2009 Happy Holidays Blagoslovljen Bo¾iæ Sretna Nova 2009 Happy Hanukkah Happy Kurban Bajram  Happy Kwanzaa. We wish to all of us THE WORLD PEACE more transparency in human behavior and a safe planet. NO MORE WARS. No Fear. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9652/1/Nenad-Bach-is-Baack-and-Wanted---performance-at-Fairleigh-Dickinson-University.html  Nenad began the set behind the piano and performed a new ballad: "Everything is Forever." The song was in the mood of most of Nenad's previous rich resume of recordings, but it managed to be both melancholy and optimistic. Perhaps that is possible when one has a long track record of engagement on and off the stage. We hope to see more of Nenad's vault full of talent and vision into the future, and the audience that night certainly was left looking for more. aconvenientgenocide@mac.com (Ambassador Muhamed Sacirbey) Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9643/1/Katarina-Livljanic-presenting-Judith-in-Vancouver-Chicago-and-Kansas-City.html Katarina Livljaniæ, singer and musicologist, is one of the principal international specialists in medieval chant performance. Born in Zadar, Croatia, she directs the vocal ensemble Dialogos, Paris, specializing in medieval chant and liturgical theater of the Glagolitic tradition.  She will perform Judith in Vancouver, Chicago and Kansas City, November 2nd, 7th and 8th, 2008. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sat, 25 Oct 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9640/1/Nenad-Bach-performing-LIVE-at-Fairleigh-Dickinson-University-Nov-1st-2008.html An incredible line-up of cross generational folk stand-outs will perform in a trend-setting concert experience. Join them in song on Saturday, Nov 1, 2008. "An evening of outlandish chuckles and thoughtful folk provocation!" Oscar Brand, Terence Martin, Uncle Floyd, Nenad Bach, John and Martin Dull, Alex Zetelski. Featured seasoned musicians with Nenad: Kinny Landrum, Richard Lindsey, Michael O'Keefe and Mick Hanson. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9637/1/The-CRAVAT-instead-of-a-TIE-and-NECKTIE.html On the occasion of the International Day of The Cravat on the 18th of October we invite all the English speaking individuals to call the knotted scarf around their neck by it's original name the cravat instead of tie and necktie. The earliest known cravat in history was worn by Ivan Gunduliæ from the City of Dubrovnik, a famous Croatian poet from the 17th century. Linda@croata.hr (Linda Prosenjak) Thu, 16 Oct 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9631/1/Oliver-Dragojevic-in-Concert-at-Carnegie-Hall-October-9th-2008.html  Legendary Croatian recording artist Oliver Dragojevic will perform in the Oliver & Friends concert at Carnegie Hall on October 9th, 2008 at 8:00pm. Joining Mr. Dragojevic will be some of Croatia’s most celebrated talent including Ante Gelo, Drazen Bogdanovic, Boris Popov, Robert Vrbancic and famous Croatian conductor Alan Bjelinski. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9619/1/Billy-Kirchen-and-his-musical-quotMirrors-of-Desirequot-in-New-York-on-October-19th.html Mirrors of Desire is a magical love story set to music and dance complete with a fairy godmother of sorts, angels, imps, and of course magic.. Preview of musical, "Mirrors of Desire" is on October 19th 2008 at the Richmond Shepard Theatre 309 East 26th Street, New Yok City, New York. 8 PM. American baritone, pianist, and composer Billy Kirchen is very proud of his Croatian roots. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9614/1/Spancirfest-in-Varazdin-a-Baroque-city-in-Croatia.html  The Vara¾din ©pancirfest is a regular festival devoted to craftsmanship, music and entertainment by the end of August and beginning of September each year. This very pleasant manifestation visited by thousands of people. It is a paradise for children. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9577/1/China-Radio-International-in-Croatian-language-on-the-WWW.html The web site croatian.cri.cn was solemnly opened by China Radio International during a nice ceremony held in Zagreb in July 2nd 2008. It was launched in the presence of Chinese ambassador in Croatia His Excellency Mr. Wu Lianqi and other distinguished guests. It represents the first web site in Croatian language in China. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Fri, 04 Jul 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9574/1/Stjepan-Hauser-performed-for-Prince-Charles-at-St-James--Palace-in-London.html Stjepan Hauser, a young and prosperous Croatian violoncellist, performed on 18th June 2008 with the Philharmonia Orchestra on Gala Ceremony at St. James' Palace, a Royal residence in London. The event was attended by Prince Charles. Stjepan recently performed at the Buckingham Palace on 23rd April 2008. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9571/1/International-Childrens-Festival-in-ibenik.html International Children's Festival in ©ibenik, Croatia, promotes aesthetical education of children and young adults, and develops all artistic forms of children's creativity. The festival has the support of the UNICEF and UNESCO, as well as the permanent sponsorship of the President of Croatia. The first festival was held in 1958, ie 50 years ago. darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sun, 22 Jun 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9569/1/Miro-Gavrans-new-premiere-in-Prague-on-July-7-2008.html Miro Gavran, the most successful contemporary Croatian playwright, has a new premiere in the city of Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, at STUDIO TWO Theatre on July 7, 2008. In his unusual text the three actors each play five roles in five different stories that are interwoven. Gavran's plays have been seen by more than two million theatre-goers on five continents. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 21 Jun 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9556/1/Nenad-Bach-on-Global-Broadcast-for-Supreme-Master-TV-June-1-2008.html Nenad Bach’s interview is scheduled to air on Sunday, June 1, 2008 on  "A Journey through Aesthetic Realms" on Supreme Master TV.  Broadcasting on 14 satellite platforms across the globe plus World Wide Webcast. translated in 15 languages. See inside for the exact time of the broadcast and webcast. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sat, 24 May 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9539/1/Croatian-American-Day-in-Chicago-May-8-11-2008.html Klapa Grdelin (left) will be performing at several venues in celebration of Chicago's annual Croatian-American Day. Several events are being planned throught the city to celebrate Croatian culture and heritage. zmatkov@mvpei.hr (Zorica Matkovic) Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9536/1/Robert-Beliniae---Guitar-performs-in-New-York-City-on-April-29th-2008.html Young Concert Artists will present Croatian guitarist Robert Beliniæ’s New York concerto debut on April 29, 2008 with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s conducted by Michael Stern. "Robert Belinic displayed charm, musicality, virtuosity and spirit. He performed the Bach Chaconne with an astonishingly warm and evocative tone, full of feeling." letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9534/1/Dr-Drago-tambuk-on-an-official-visit-to--Kobe-Japan.html Dr. Drago ©tambuk, Croatian Ambassador to Japan, was warmly welcomed at the Kwansei Gakuin University during his official visit to Kobe. One of the best Japanese choirs sang in his honour U Boj, u boj in Croatian language. This Croatian tune is well known throughout Japan, sung in this country since 1919! darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9518/1/Croatia-Has-a-NATO-Invitation---A-Historical-Day-for-Croatia-April-2nd-2008.html The fact that an invitation was sent is also a result of a process that began with Croatia’s  hard road to independence via the Croatian War of Independence in which 15,000 people gave their lives. Besides NATO, it is expected that Croatia receives an invitation for the EU soon. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 03 Apr 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9477/1/Willy-Terrazas-Muller-and-Tango-HR-in-Croatia.html The HR Tango Dance Company and its director Guillermo Miguel Terrazas from Buenos Aires, Argentina will present a performance of Argentinian Tango and folklore on Sunday, February 17, 2008 at the Buffet Kinoteka in Zagreb. willyterrazas2003@yahoo.com.ar (Willy Terrazas Muller) Thu, 14 Feb 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9452/1/25th-RIJEKA-CARNIVAL-2008-in-Rijeka-this-weekend---Come-and-enjoy.html The town of Rijeka has been known for its carnival festivities since the Middle Ages. Austrian and Hungarian aristocracy, Russian princesses, German barons, counts and countesses from all over Europe were once the guests of the Rijeka Carnival. Starting February 1, 2008, revelers will take to the streets and celebrate Carnival. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 30 Jan 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9426/1/Dr-Drago-tambuk-Speech-in-Hiroshima-for-the-Vukovar-victims.html The speech of the Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia to Japan Dr. Drago ©tambuk during the Holy Mass for Vukovar's victims now available in Croatian and English. "...Vukovar is a canopy of celestial bodies, frozen in our mind, evoking earthly shortcomings, calling for a higher destiny..." darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Thu, 10 Jan 2008 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9409/1/Merry-Christmas-Happy-New-Year-Happy-Holidays-2008.html Sretan Bo¾iæ, Nova Godina 2008. Happy Hanukkah, Bajram Mubarek, Happy Kwanzaa letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 24 Dec 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9407/1/17th-Annual-Traditional-Celebration-of-the-Feast-of-Sv-Vlaho---St-Blaise.html Sv. Vlaho Committee of Southern California Presents Traditional Celebration of the Feast of Sv. Vlaho - St. Blaise Patron Saint of Dubrovnik. It is 17th Annual Gala Dinner / Fundraiser at ST. ANTHONY CROATIAN PARISH CENTER  714 ALPINE ST., LOS ANGELES on Saturday, February 2, 2008. Great tradition, great show, great cause. Dubrovnik5@aol.com (Niko Hazdovac) Fri, 21 Dec 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9395/1/Igor-Kovacevich-at-the-Sundance-Film-Festival-2008-with-quotDownloading-Nancyquot.html "Downloading Nancy" that was produced by Croatian American  producer - director Igor Kovacevich along with his partner David Moore made it onto the Sundance Festival. It is in the main Dramatic Competition at Sundance Film Festival 2008 as the movie made it to one of only 16 slots in the Competition, out of thousands of films that were submitted. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9394/1/Hiroshima-2007-requiem-Mass-for-the-victims-of-the-Vukovar-tragedy.html The requiem Mass was said by Hiroshima Bishop Misue Joseph Atsumi with the Croatian Ambassador to Japan, Drago ©tambuk. "Vukovar je umro da bi Hrvatska ¾ivjela. Preobrazio je suze u zvijezde, prostrijelne rane u snopove svjetlosti, mrtve u anðele. Vukovar je svod nebesnika, zaustavljenih u na¹em sjeæanju, podsjetnik na zemaljske nedostatnosti i zazivatelj vi¹e sudbine." letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9368/1/Life-is-a-tapestry-of-MOMENTS---film-by-Liliana-Resnick-at-the-French-Festival.html MOMENTS is a film about the mystery of moments, some  of which get connected into the life I recognize to be living, while others come to pass by posing questions rather than giving answers @ 25th FESTIVAL TOUS COURTS International Shortfilm Festival in Aix-en-Provence and its Aera 26th - 30th november 2007 in Aix area and 3rd - 8th December 2007 in Aix-en-Provence. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9361/1/Croatian-American-Cultural-Center-hosts-6th-Annual-SF-Bagpipe-Festival.html An Extraordinary Anthology of International Bagpipe Music in San Francisco. As always, the Gala Concert will feature a variety of piping traditions found around the Winter Solstice. Enjoy Swedish, Hungarian and Croatian traditional Christmas pipe music as well as New Year celebrations from Scotland and the Hungarian Csángó people of Moldav. johndaley@mindspring.com (John Daley) Wed, 28 Nov 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9334/1/San-Francisco-150th-Anniversary-of-Croatian-culture-celebration-on-Nov-18-2007.html   Celebrate with us the Sequicentennial 150th Anniversary of Croatian culture in San Francisco. Bring the whole family for a day of fun, enjoyment and culture. There will be non stop music from 2-8PM in two rooms, dancing, singing, and food. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 11 Nov 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9336/1/Free-tickets-for-CROWN-readers-for-Croatian-Film-Festival-at-Lincoln-Center.html Film Society of Lincoln Center in New York USA is giving free tickets to CROWN readers for the "Beyond Boundaries: The Emergence of Croatian Cinema". At the box office mention CROWN, Croatia.org or/and Nenad Bach and you will be given a free ticket. First come first serve up to 20 tickets. Courtesy of Film Society of Lincoln Center letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 06 Nov 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9331/1/Miss-Croatia-2007-Tatjana-Jeremic-goes-to-Miss-World-contest-in-China.html Tatjana has to bring the national flag, a book about Croatia, 3 stones and pictures of plants specific of the country, in order to present it to other participants. The Miss World contest will take place on December 1, 2007. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 03 Nov 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9327/1/Dubrovnik-Symphony-Orchestra-American-Tour-November-2007-East-Coast.html   Dubrovnik Symphony Orchestra American tour is scheduled November 1-12, 2007 and will take the orchestra to the cities of the Eastern Seaboard, from New York to Philadelphia. This tour offers a unique opportunity for both American public and Croatian ex-patriots to experience one of Croatian's finest cultural treasures. cmacdonald@imca.us (Cynthia P. Macdonald) Fri, 02 Nov 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9325/1/Benefit-Gala-in-Zagreb-honoring-the-Croatian-House-in-Padova-Italy-Nov-12-2007.html "Croatian House" is a humanitarian association, whose current project is to buy a house in Padova, Italy that would be used by Croatian citizens that face difficult circumstances and would have to go abroad to get treatment, which in many cases is long term. (left) President of Croatian House Dr. Nela Sr¹en. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 31 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9323/1/Marko-Perkovic---Thompson-USA--Canada-Tour-Nov-2---18th-2007.html Croatian singer Marko Perkovic Thompson and his band will be performing a series of concerts in the United States and Canada starting November 2, and ending on November 18 in New York, Toronto, Cleveland, Chicago, Los Angeles, Vancouver and San Francisco. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 31 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9311/1/Goran-Dukics-film-Wristcutters-A-Love-Story-in-the-movie-theaters-NOW.html Another Croatian American filmmaker star on the horizon. "Wristcutters: A Love Story" won the Acura Grand Jury Award at the 2006 Gen Art Film Festival, was nominated for two Independent Spirit Awards and was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival. Support Croatian talent. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 19 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9303/1/66-out-of-300-Croatian-Lipizzan-horses-returned-home.html 66 Lipizzan horses stolen from the Lipik Stud during the Serbian aggression on Croatia in 1991 has been returned. This is a part of about 300 Croatian Lipizzans kept in Serbia, belonging to the Lipik Stud, counting progeny. A part of them starved from hunger and inappropriate treatment. ipuscenik@yahoo.com (Ivan Pu��enik) Mon, 15 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9300/1/Closer-Croatia-2007---Croatian-Film-Festival-in-London-UK-Oct-11-14-2007.html After a very successful Croatian Film Festival in 2004 - the first such a festival in the UK for almost 40 years - there is another one in October. As young Croats of London paved the way and got the winning formula, it's essential to repeat the experiment - this time with more support and more partners. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 13 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9299/1/The-Film-Society-of-Lincoln-Center-presents-The-Emergence-of-Croatian-Cinema.html The Croatian film production, although small in size, is vital and very versatile in the terms of genre, themes and style, which has been recognized at numerous international film festivals at which, for the last couple of years, they have won important awards. At Lincoln Center, New York Oct 26 - Nov 14, 2007 zdenkakardum@yahoo.com (Zdenka Kardum) Thu, 11 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9296/1/Freedom-From-Despair-Screening-at-the-European-Parliament-in-Brussels.html Freedom from Despair is a feature length documentary that explores the untold history of Croatia. Screening for the European Union at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, October 11, 2007 at 9:00 pm. Film by Brenda Brkusic. Music by Nenad Bach. bbrkusic@koce.org (Brenda Brkusic) Tue, 09 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9295/1/Protest-in-front-of-the-ICTYs-headquarters-located-at-The-Hague-Netherlands.html Croatian Society of Victimology. Peaceful gathering is scheduled for Thursday, October 11, 2007 in front of the ICTY's headquarters located at The Hague, Netherlands. We urge the tribunal and the international community to take notice and assist in bringing forth true justice.   hrvatsko.zrtvoslovno.drustvo@zg.t-ht.hr (Prof.dr. Zvonimir �eparovi�) Tue, 09 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9294/1/Zrinski-in-Concert--HR-Tango-Klapa-BA-Orquesta-TCZrinski-27-de-Octubre-de-2007.html Croatian Community is strong, vibrant  and healthy in Argentina. Big gala on October 27th 2007 at the Centro Cultural Croata de San Justo, Ocampo 2946 San Justo Buenos Aires with HR Tango, Klapa BA, Orquesta T.C.Zrinski. Sponsored by a local ministry of culture. willyterrazas2003@yahoo.com.ar (Willy Terrazas Muller) Tue, 09 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9286/1/CROATIAN-FOOD-FESTIVAL-A-Diversity-of-Flavours-from-Croatia-at-the-UN.html   Croatia has it alL.. Come and enjoy a diversity of flavours from Croatia - a unique fusion of Mediterranean and Central-European cuisine. Taste award-winning olive oil, great seafood, tender meat dishes, unique ©trukli and Pa¹tlcada, rich Croatian chocolate and much, much more. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 03 Oct 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9281/1/FESTIVAL-BLAST-HOME-TEAMS-RANDOM-LUNACY.html "Movies like to pretend they're different, but RANDOM LUNACY really, truly is. Gifted filmmakers Zimet and Silber throw us into a life that intoxicates, infuriates and leaves us panting for each unforgettable adventure. Prepare to be wowed" - Peter Travers of Rolling Stone HmTmProd@aol.com (Vic Zimet & Stephanie Silber) Sat, 29 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9266/1/Ante-Simonic-at-the-Universal-Peace-Federation-2007-in-New-York.html   Providing Vision and Leadership at a Time of Global Crisis.  Feature presentations by a number of current and former heads of state, many of whom will be in New York for the United Nations' "Climate Change" conference letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 20 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9248/1/Croatian-Film-Festival-in-New-York-Sept-13--16-organized-by-Doors-Art-Foundation.html The Doors Art Foundation organized Croatian Film Festival NYC, a multimedia event. September 13 - 16th, 2007 at the Museum of the Moving Image and the Tribeca Cinemas. The festival  will present 21 Croatian films and will also include a panel discussion on Croatian film.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 04 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9232/1/Astronauts-and-Cosmonauts-LIVE-from-Croatia-Aug-24---26-2007.html   The Astrophysics Initiative in Dalmatia letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 24 Aug 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9231/1/Celebration-at-the-Dubrovnik-Maritime-College.html Fifty years ago 22 young students graduated from the Dubrovnik Maritime College. On September 14, 2007 in Dubrovnik, Croatia, a special celebration is in the works to mark this event. argosy@sympatico.ca (Capt. Ivan I. Coric) Fri, 24 Aug 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9215/1/19th-International-Olympiad-in-Informatics-in-Croatia-Aug-16-22-2007.html   The 19th International Olympiad in Informatics will be held in the Croatian capital Zagreb gathering nearly 300 best students from 90 countries, organizers said in Zagreb on Monday.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9209/1/quotAn-Age-of-Angelsquot-at-Edinburgh-Festival.html    letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9204/1/The-awakening-of-a-new-Lipik.html   This summer the small town of  is coming back to life. Prior to the Homeland war, Lipik was side to side with the most prestigious European health resorts Baden Baden and Karlovy Vary. In September 1991 everything was burned down and destroyed. ipuscenik@yahoo.com (Ivan Pu��enik) Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9149/1/Children-play-with-a-dolphin-in-the-sea-off-the-Adriatic-coast-of-Croatia.html Children play with a dolphin in the sea off the Adriatic coastal town of Krilo Jesenice, Croatia. The baby dolphin was separated from his mother but later rescued when the school of dolphins returned to collect it   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 22 Jul 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9119/1/Dr-Joyce-Neu-Pursuing-Justice-in-the-Midst-of-War----Institute-of-Peace--invites-you.html   How do international tribunals operating during war to secure justice affect the work of peacemakers?   Do they help bring parties to the peace table, or do they hinder the prospects for peace?   Please join us as Senior Fellow Joyce Neu discusses her research. Thursday, July 5, 2007. aconvenientgenocide@mac.com (Ambassador Muhamed Sacirbey) Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9086/1/Nedamo-te-pismo-naa---Klapski-pozdrav-Gospi-Trsatskoj-21-22-lipanj-2007.html     letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 21 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9075/1/Dvigrad-Festival-2007-June-15th-24th.html Festival of Early Music, Croatia, will be held from 15th to 24th June in the mysterious town of Dvigrad in Istria, abandoned in 17th century due to the plague. The festival, organised by the Association Prosoli "Sacred Music" from Zagreb, will have international character (Croatia, Italy, France, Montenegro). Among guests is a famous Ensemble Dialogos from Paris, directed by Katarina Livljaniæ, and Vrbanja singers from the island of Hvar.  darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Wed, 13 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9073/1/NFCA-Press-Release--14th-Annual-Delegates-Assembly.html The National Federation of Croatian Americans (NFCA) completed a very successful 2007 Annual Assembly of Delegates held in Philadelphia at the Sheraton Society Hill Hotel.   foleycoinc@earthlink.net (Joe Foley) Tue, 12 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9072/1/Show-draws-more-than-10000-dogs-in-Zagreb-Croatia.html   More than 10,000 dogs from around the world participated in this year's Euro Dog Show in several categories, including that for Europe's top beauty. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 12 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9071/1/Sacramento-festival-celebrates-all-things-Croatian.html The festival, now held at the Croatian American Cultural Center, marked its 25th anniversary. More than 5,000 people attended from throughout the region and the Bay Area.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 12 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9056/1/Denis-Licul-at-Clay-Art-Center-Exhibition.html Croatian artist Denis Licul is being featured at an exhibition featuring utilitarian dinnerware and objects at the Clay Art Center starting June 8 and going through June 16.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 05 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9048/1/Random-Lunacy-at-the-Portland-Underground-Film-Festival-Thursday-June-7-2007.html Random Lunacy will be playing at the Portland Underground Film Festival. The film follows family band of self-taught Dixieland musicians on a quest for pure freedom. Music is by Nenad Bach.   HmTmProd@aol.com (Vic Zimet & Stephanie Silber) Tue, 29 May 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9043/1/Croatian-World-Calendar---Hrvatski-Svjetski-Kalendar-coming-soon-uskoro.html                             letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 11 May 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9027/1/New-York-Homage-to-Tin-Ujeviae-the-Bard-of-Croatia--The-Bowery-Poetry-Club.html  John Kruth and Marilyn Cvitanic are producing a show called Tin Supreme: Homage to Tin Ujevic at the Bowery Poetry Club (308 Bowery in Manhattan) on Saturday April 21, 2007 at 6 PM. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 19 Apr 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9026/1/New-York-Ana-Vidoviae-in-Classical-Guitar-Societys-Spring-Concert-Series.html Croatian guitarist Ana Vidovic is an extraordinary talent with formidable gifts taking her place amongst the elite musicians of the world today. The Washington Post says: Ana's playing was virtually immaculate. April 20th   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 19 Apr 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9018/1/Croatian-born-Radovan-Vlatkovic-virtuoso-hornist-makes-it-sound-easy.html  Croatian-born Radovan Vlatkovic renders divine sounds from the notoriously difficult French horn.   EAAndrus@comcast.net (Edward Andrus) Sat, 07 Apr 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9016/1/Sretan-Uskrs---Happy-Easter---Veliki-Tjedan---Procesija-na-Hvaru.html Linguistically It all started with the word cult (=service to God) and culture (=creation, preserving manhood's spiritual and material creation). Commonly In ancient civilizations - both were created with service to God and around the actual service, although as history progressed circumstances continued in a more emphasized way, occasionally in a closer interaction, then separating, eventually distancing from one another. In pascal singing in Vrbanj on the island of Hvar - throughout the whole island and along our coastline - a specific service to God and spiritual culture has developed since the Middle Ages.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 05 Apr 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9011/1/Memory-Institutions-in-the-Digital-Age-Current-Models-of-Collaboration-in-Croatia.html   A  symposium Planning for Growth: The Impact of Digital Information on Libraries organized by Marta Mestrovic Deyrup delivered some interesting presentations. One of them was by Sanjica Faletar Tanackovic from Croatia @ Seton Hall University deyrupma@shu.edu (Marta Mestrovic Deyrup, Ph.D.) Thu, 29 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9009/1/In-Debt-we-Trust-is-the-latest-film-from-Danny-Schechter-playing-in-New-York-April-4-5.html   While many Americans may be "maxing out" on credit cards, there is a deeper story: all economic power around the world is shifting into fewer hands. This will lead to an unavoidable consumer debt meltdown. This predicts Schechter, The Emmy-winning former ABC News and CNN producer, will have frightening consequences for us all. dissector@mediachannel.org (Danny Schechter) Thu, 29 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9008/1/Award-Winning-Film-Random-Lunacy-playing-in-New-York-on-April-1st-2007.html   Videos From The Road Less Traveled, is a close-up look at a family's odyssey of survival, adventure, and desire.  The hour long documentary unspools on Sunday, April 1, 2007, at the New York Underground Film Festival, New York, N.Y., at 8:45 PM. What is genuine value in a culture jaded by its own affluence? HmTmProd@aol.com (Vic Zimet & Stephanie Silber) Thu, 29 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/9002/1/Detroit-Tamburitza-Orchestra-Concert-Saturday-April-21-2007.html    stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 28 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8999/1/Zoran-Orlic-Announcing-the-US-Book-Launch-for-quotThe-Frames-quotBehind-The-Glassquot.html     z@zerostudio.net (Zoran Orlic) Tue, 27 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8998/1/George-Washington-University-Slavic-Cultural-Festival-March-31-2007.html     frankmustac@yahoo.com (Frank Mustac) Tue, 27 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8997/1/Uniiversity-of-Connecticut-Croatia-The-Yugoslav-Past-and-the-European-Future.html     frankmustac@yahoo.com (Frank Mustac) Tue, 27 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8987/1/Tjedan-Mozga-Rijeka-8211-Rab-8211-Opatija-8211-Kraljevica-8211-Krk---Delnice-12-18-oujka-2007.html     ante@medri.hr (Prof.Dr. Ante Simoni�) Wed, 14 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8980/1/New-York-City-Sylvan-Winds-World-Premiere-at-TENRI-on-March-29-2007.html    sylvanwinds@worldnet.att.net (Svjetlana Kabalin) Fri, 09 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8979/1/Detroit-Croatian-Cultural--Tourism-Day-Sunday-March-18-2007.html    stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Fri, 09 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8976/1/Seton-Hall-University-Libraries-the-acquisition-access-and-preservation-of-digital-information.html Seton Hall University Libraries and the International Library Information and Analytical Center (ILIAC) of Russia  are cosponsoring a  symposium Planning for Growth: The Impact of Digital Information on Libraries in Russia, Europe and the United States on Thursday, March 15th, 2007. Sanjica Faletar Tanackovic of the J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek will be speaking on "Cultural Heritage Institutions in the Digital Age: Current Models of Collaboration in Croatia." deyrupma@shu.edu (Marta Mestrovic Deyrup, Ph.D.) Fri, 09 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8968/1/Transforming-Culture-from-Empire-to-Earth-community---Dubrovnik-June-3-9-2007.html     mirna@adriaticsunshine.com (Mirna Sugar) Fri, 02 Mar 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8963/1/Carmen-Verlichak-Los-Croatas-de-la-Argentina.html Carmen Verlichak is a well known Argentinean writer with Croatian roots. She is the author of  important book Los Croatas de la Argentina. Recently an exibition was opened in Zagreb with a nice collection of photos devoted to Croatians in Argentina. Her brother Joza Vrljicak is one of pioneers of Internet promotion of Croatian culture worldwide via Studia Croatica journal,  Buenos Aires.   darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Sat, 24 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8962/1/RANDOM-LUNACY-new-film-by-Vic-Zimet-and-Stephanie-Silber-premieres-on-March-9th.html   Peter Travers of Rolling Stone says: "Movies like to pretend they're different, but RANDOM LUNACY really, truly is.  Gifted filmmakers Zimet and Silber throw us into a life that intoxicates, infuriates and leaves us panting for each unforgettable adventure  Prepare to be wowed." @ WESTCHESTER FILM FESTIVAL Friday, March 9th at 9:40 PM White Plains City Center, New York. To reserve tickets call 914 747 6000 HmTmProd@aol.com (Vic Zimet & Stephanie Silber) Fri, 23 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8953/1/New-York-City-Screening-of-Zrinko-Ogresta-Film-quotWashed-Outquot-February-22-at-700-pm.html Internationally awarded film, by a famous Croatian filmmaker Zrinko Ogresta, playing in New York. Jagoda is young woman who lives in poor section of Zagreb. Mother is dying, father cares only about fishing and uncle is a war refugee.   letters@croatia.org (Andrej & Daniela Urem) Wed, 21 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8950/1/The-New-York-Times-Ms-Livljanic-has-assembled-a-work-so-magnificent-and-moving.html Ms. Livljanic has assembled a work so magnificent and moving that its resemblance to what medieval listeners might have heard is beside the point. Included are sections of the Mass (the Kyrie, Agnus Dei and Sanctus) in Croatian, using Glagolitic chant, as well as Latin sacred texts, among them a striking Salve Regina setting.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 19 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8947/1/CROATIAN-PREMIERE-of-quotAn-Inconvenient-Truthquot.html   President Stjepan Mesic, as well as ambassadors of the United States, the Russian Federation, India and Japan, attended the Croatian premiere of former US President Al Gore's documentary film about global warming "An Inconvenient Truth", in Zagreb on 15 February 2007. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 17 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8941/1/Zagreb-Photo-Exhibition-quotThe-Croatians-in-Argentinaquot--February-20-2007.html Mrs. Carmen Verlichak, writer of Croatian descent and author of the book entitled "The Croatians in Argentina", will present her photo exhibition at the Croatian Heritage Foundation auditorium. joza.vrljicak@gmail.com (Joza Vrlji�ak) Thu, 15 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8940/1/Katarina-Livljaniae-in-the-USA-and-Canada-in-February-2007-with-Tondals-Vision.html Places of performances of Dialogos Ensemble, Paris, directed by Katarina Livljaniæ: New York City (Feb. 18th),  Wellesley College (Feb. 20th), Vancouver (Feb. 22nd), Kansas City (Feb. 24th). Tondal's vision is an Irish legend from 12th century, which in the 15th century became a part of the Croatian Glagolitic literature (The Petris Miscellany, 1468). darko_zubrinic@yahoo.com (Prof.Dr. Darko Zubrinic) Thu, 15 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8939/1/Zagreb-Al-Gore---Neugodna-Istina---An-Inconvenient-truth----Premiera-15-Veljaee-2007.html    nenad.maljkovic@zg.t-com.hr (Nenad Maljkovi�) Tue, 13 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8938/1/Second-Congress-of-Croatian-Scientists-from-the-Homeland-and-Abroad-May-7-10-2007.html   Hrvoje.Pavletic@mzos.hr (Ministry of Science Education and Sports) Sat, 10 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8936/1/3-Simpozij-o-prehospitalnoj-urgentnoj-medicini-VINJAN-CROATIA-16-17-02-2007.html Na¹ skup skup ima za cilj iznijeti iskustva kolega koji su bili u kaznenim i prekr¹ajnim procesima, obavijestiti medicinare o njihovim pravima. Pozvat æemo i predstavnike sudstva, HLK I HLS posebno pravnike tih slu¾bi da nam iznesu svoje poglede na te teme.  stjepan.arnold@pu.t-com.hr (Dr. Stjepan Arnold) Sat, 10 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8935/1/New-York-30th-Anniversary-of-Rudar-Soccer-Club-Sunday-March-4.html    In a few weeks, or more exactly on March 4, 2007, Istrians and other Croats from the New York area will have another opportunity to enjoy the music and dances of their old homeland. This program will mark the conclusion of Rudar Club's 30th Anniversary celebrations. eleonor@aol.com (Eleonora Tur�iinovi�) Fri, 09 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8928/1/Chicago-Avon-Breast-Cancer-Walk-Fundraiser-Saturday-March-3-2007.html    stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 07 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8927/1/Katarina-Livljaniae--Dialogos-in-New-York-on-Sunday-February-18-2007--4-pm.html   The acclaimed Dialogos will offer a most unusual concert: "Tondal's Vision," a twelfth-century musical play about an unconscious knight whose soul leaves his body. Performed by Dialogos's six female singers, this production of Dalmatian medieval music is semi-staged with supertitles. Dormilce@aol.com (Dorothy Milcetic) Tue, 06 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8914/1/Kansas-City-Performance-of-Croatian-Medieval-Music-Saturday-February-24th.html    stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8913/1/Kansas-City-World-Heritage-Sites-in-Croatia-on-Exhibit-January-28---March-11.html    stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8912/1/Chicago-HNNK-Hrvat-2nd-Annual-Super-Bowl-Party-Sunday-February-4.html    stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8908/1/New-York-City-Screening-of-Lukas-Nola-Film-quotAlonequot-Tonight-at-700-pm.html     letters@croatia.org (Andrej & Daniela Urem) Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8902/1/Guillermo-Terrazas--HR-Tango-in-Zagreb-Tonight-Jan-18-2007---Free-Entrance.html    Tonight in Zagreb - HR Tango, Jan 18th 2007 willyterrazas2003@yahoo.com.ar (Willy Terrazas Muller) Thu, 18 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8899/1/Los-Angeles-Sixteenth-Annual-St-Blaise-Fundraiser---February-3-2007.html     Dubrovnik5@aol.com (Niko Hazdovac) Tue, 16 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8897/1/January-15th-Croatia8217s-International-Day-of-Recognition.html   The new Baska Tablet was introduced on the set of a special edition of HRT on January 15, 1992 for the day that Croatia was internationally recognized by 30 countries in Europe and the world. boris@studio-international.com (Boris Ljubi�i�, Akademski Slikar) Sun, 14 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8895/1/Tanja-Simic-to-Perform-at-Flames-of-Classic-Concert-in-Berlin.html   This Saturday, Jan 13, 2007, Tanja Simic, mezzo-soprano, will sing with BKO/ Berlin Chamber Orchestra in the Flames of Classic concert to be held in Handel hall at Salzgrafenplatz 1. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Fri, 12 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8890/1/George-M-Slavich-PhD-Lecture-at-Mediterranean-Institute-for-Life-Sciences-Jan-10th-2007.html 'Life Stress and the Development of Depression' George M. Slavich, Ph.D. Harvard Medical School Mediterranean Institute for Life Sciences Me¹troviæevo ¹etali¹te b.b. Split, Croatia Wednesday, January 10th, 2006 6:00pm - 8:00pm   Prosper.Radonic@medils.hr (Prosper Radonic) Tue, 09 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8886/1/-Dalibor-Matanics-quotI-Love-Youquot-opens-tonight-at-the-Two-Boots-Pioneer-Theatre-Jan-3-9.html   letters@croatia.org (Andrej & Daniela Urem) Wed, 03 Jan 2007 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8882/1/Merry-Christmas-Happy-New-Year-2007---Blagoslovljen-Boiae-Sretna-2007-Happy-Holidays.html Traditional - Modern   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 24 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8881/1/An-on-line-auction-for-48-hours-Famous-artists-helping-other-artists-Unity-Through-Music-Dec-27-29-2006.html   Dino Zoniæ on Golden Karma Awards on WGN, 9pm EST. Dec 27th 2006. www.givinghearts.net will be hosting an on-line auction during the Special and for 48 hours after the Special. Unique opportunity for you to buy famous paintings of Berber, Ibrulj, Trnski...    gshep2005@netzero.net (Becky Garrigus - Success for Good) Sun, 24 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8879/1/Taize-Pilgrimage-Stops-in-Zagreb-from-Dec-28-Jan-1-2007.html     letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 24 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8876/1/A-Triumph-at-Carnegie-Hall-Ivana-Kunc-makes-Her-Smashing-Debut-on-Dec-9th-2006.html   Ms. Kunc's comportment and grace on stage, and the depth of emotion that she conveyed through her father's direct and passionate vocal style, all connected with her audience, the cumulative result garnering an even deeper respect for this unique family legacy.  mspudic@aol.com (Michael Spudi�) Fri, 22 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8873/1/Chicago-Friday-December-22nd-Boduli-and-ODE-Collaboration-at-Martyrs.html  This Friday December 22nd, come enjoy an evening with The Champagne Room.  TCR features members of Ode, Boduli, Plavi Jadran and The Jerry Grcevich Band.  TCR blends folk, rock and ethnic music with soulful versions of Ode and Boduli originals and a wide variety of covers from Cole Porter to Oliver Dragojevic. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Tue, 19 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8868/1/Oscar-nominated-filmmaker-Adrian-Beliae-showing-his-film-Beyond-the-Call--Jakarta-International-Film-Festival.html The Adventures of Mother-Theresa-meets-Indiana - Jones, depicting the enterprising spirit of three aging Americans who form a humanitarian organization called Knightsbridge International. The three men set out on an independent Robin Hood-like odyssey, visiting dangerous spots worldwide to lend their support to worthy causes. The result is a riveting documentary.    Wadirum1@aol.com (Adrian Beli�) Thu, 14 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8867/1/New-York-City-Tonight-Croatian-director-Dalibor-Matanic-will-present-his-film-I-Love-You.html   It is our great pleasure to announce that a very special guest Croatian director Dalibor Matanic will present his film *I Love You* on Thursday, December 14th at 7:00 pm at the Two Boots Pioneer Theatre,  Manhattan, New York. A Q&A with the director will take place after the screening.  Presented by www.doors-art.com letters@croatia.org (Andrej & Daniela Urem) Thu, 14 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8863/1/World-famous-Russian-Tsars-ballet-performed-Swan-lake-in-Osijek-Croatia-Dec-8-2006.html  Members of the Russian Tsar's ballet and soloists of the Bolshoi theater from Moscow, Ana Ivanova and Kiril Radiv performed one of the most famous ballets, Swan lake by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovski in Osijek, Croatia on December. 8th 2006 dentamete@vip.hr (Goran Nikola�evi�) Sat, 09 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8860/1/Koncert-U-Dvorcu-Sveti-Kri-Zaeretje.html     Ivobach2@aol.com (Ivo Bach) Thu, 07 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8848/1/Come-celebrate-the-music-of-Croatian-composer-Boidar-Kunc-Weill-Recital-Hall-at-Carnegie-Hall-Saturday-afternoon-December-9-2006-at-200-PM.html   Ivana Kunc, sings Bo¾idar Kunc. Do you remember Zinka Kunc Milanov? Come and see a new soprano, Ivana Kunc, and you won't regret it later. Come and support Croatian culture at the New York historic Carnegie Hall. This Saturday, December 9th, 2006. 2 PM. Reserve your tickets.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 06 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8852/1/Magnificent-Christmas-Concert-in-Astoria-New-York-on-December-18th-2006.html     rzubovic@aol.com (Don Robert Zubovic) Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8851/1/RECENT-CROATIAN-CERAMICS-at-MC-Gallery-New-York-City-Dec-16th-2006---Jan-7th-2007.html The exhibition Recent Croatian Ceramics will be on wiev in the Gallery MC, at 564 West 52nd Street, 8 Floor, NY, as a first group presentation of contemporary Croatian Ceramics in US, starting from December 16th 2006 till January 7th 2007. denislicul@msn.com (Denic Licul) Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8847/1/Croatian-World-Congress-Invites-You-to-Participate-at-the-UN-COMMISSION-ON-STATUS-OF-WOMEN.html The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) will hold its 51st session from 26 February to 9 March 2007, at United Nations Headquarters, New York. The Commission will focus on the thematic issue entitled The elimination of all forms of discrimination and violence against the girl child.   MViscovich@aol.com (Prof. Dr. Mario Viscovich) Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8846/1/Poziv-na-sudjelovanje-pri-UN-Komisiji-o-polozaju-zena-Rok-prijave-22-prosinca-2006.html     MViscovich@aol.com (Prof. Dr. Mario Viscovich) Tue, 05 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8845/1/WORLD-FAMOUS-RUSSIAN-TSARS-BALLET-IS-COMING-TO-OSIJEK-CROATIA.html     dentamete@vip.hr (Goran Nikola�evi�) Sat, 02 Dec 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8840/1/BRYAN-ADAMS-quotYou-crazy-Croatians-Bravo-Thank-youquot-AN-EXCITING-EVENT-IN-OSIJEK-CROATIA.html After performing his well known song "Somebody", Bryan has started his concert in Osijek, Croatia, with simple words: "Hello. I'm Bryan !" . dentamete@vip.hr (Goran Nikola�evi�) Tue, 28 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8816/1/BEYOND-THE-CALL-theatrical-opening-Chicago-Nov-24th-San-Francisco-Dec-1-06.html Landmark Theaters is premiering BEYOND THE CALL It's playing for a week in each city. The opening weekend success in both cities are very important, because it will determine how wide Landmark will distribute the film around the US in theaters. Please, send this out to as many people as you can, including news letters, blogs, websites, radio,TV, etc. BEYOND THE CALL resonates with a very broad cross-section of the US population, Wadirum1@aol.com (Adrian Beli�) Tue, 28 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8786/1/BRYAN-ADAMS-CONCERT-IN-OSIJEK-CROATIA.html  Bryan Adams's fans ! We are expecting Bryan's concert in Osijek, Croatia, on 27. november 2006. in Zrinjevac Hall. All fans are invited on concert !   dentamete@vip.hr (Goran Nikola�evi�) Sun, 26 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8835/1/Skup-Hrvata-i-njihovih-prijatelja-zakazan-za-9-i-10-prosinca-2006-u-Las-Vegasu.html   hssd@hssd.hr (Niko �oljak) Fri, 24 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8834/1/Istrian-American-Cultural-Day-November-26-2006.html     Msantale@aol.com (Maria Santalesa) Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8833/1/Bologna-Italia-Lara-Orekoviae-organizira-AUKCIJU-UMJETNIEKIH-SLIKA-U-KORIST-DOMA-ZA-DJECU-8221VLADIMIR-NAZOR8221-KARLOVAC.html     info@ensofgallery.com (Lara Oreskovi�) Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8831/1/Rijeka-Croatia---Fundraiser-for-Autistic-Children.html     NancyM3292@aol.com (Nancy (Andjelich) Margraff) Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8830/1/Knjievni-Petak---Tragovima-znanja-u-buduaenost.html     ante@medri.hr (Prof.Dr. Ante Simoni�) Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8826/1/Dr-Franjo-Topiae-gostuje-u-New-Yorku-u-srijedu-22-studenog-2006.html Dr. Frano Topiæ, predsjednik Hrvatskog kulturnog drustva (HKD) Napredak gostovat ce u New Yorku u srijedu, 22. studenog, 2006 u maloj dvorani Hrvatskog centra na Manhattanu. Sastanak i susret s Dr. Topiæem pocinje u 19 sati. Pozivaju se svi clanovi i prijatelji Napretka da prisustvuju ovom sastanku! Kate@aol.com (Katarina Deletis) Mon, 20 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8799/1/New-York-Nova-zbirka-pjesama-Ivana-Dobre-irjanina-quotMOLITVA-IRAJSKI-OLTARO8220.html     IvanDobra@aol.com (Ivan Dobra) Fri, 10 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8788/1/VRHUNSKI-MODNI-DOIVLJAJ-U-OSIJEKU.html Ovoga su vikenda Osijek i Slavonija ponovno do¾ivjeli modnu renesansu. Peti Fashion Incubator je do¹ao pod nazivom Fashion Airlines i u modno nebo nas vodio preko Zraène luke Osijek. Putnièka zgrada u Klisi bila je mjesto odr¾avanja najveæega modnoga dogaðaja namijenjenog iskljuèivo promociji mladih i neafirmiranih modnih imena.   dentamete@vip.hr (Goran Nikola�evi�) Sun, 05 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8784/1/Ivana-Kunc---Solo-Concert-at-Weill-Recital-Hall-at-Carnegie-Hall-on-December-9th-2006.html   Come celebrate the music of Croatian composer Bo¾idar Kunc. Ivana Kunc - Soprano, Daniel Ragone - Pianist. Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Saturday afternoon, December 9, 2006 at 2:00 PM Tickets can be purchased at www.carnegiehall.org CarnegieCharge at (212)247-7800 or The Carnegie Hall Box Office at 57th Street and 7th Avenue ivanajoy@yahoo.com (Ivana Kunc) Fri, 03 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8776/1/Tony-Peraica-in-race-for-Cook-County-Board-president-Who-is-Tony-Peraica.html   Born 49 years ago in Croatia, Tony came to America at the age of 13, after losing both of his parents, unable to speak a word of English. Despite his circumstances, Tony persevered and went on to earn his B.A. in Political Science form the University of Illinois at Chicago and J.D. from The John Marshall Law School. Tony was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1984. Over the ensuing 20 years, Tony built a thriving law practice. www.votetony06.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 31 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8766/1/Potres-u-Zagrebu---Earthquake-in-Zagreb-Croatia-28-listopad-2006-u-1615-37-on-a-Richter.html Potres u Zagrebu - Earthquake in Zagreb 10.28.06 at 4: 15 PM. 28 listopad 2006 u 16:15 3.7 on a Richter scale. 5.0 on a Mercalli scale. Ivobach2@aol.com (Ivo Bach) Sat, 28 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8754/1/CFCroata-Zrinski-Compantildeia-Hr-Tango-Argentina-Nov-11th-2006.html   C.F.Croata Zrinski Compañia Hr Tango Argentina Estimados amigos queremos comunicar que las localidades del espectaculo que ofreceran el Conjunto Folklorico Croaata Zrinski y HR Tango  ya estan agotadas. Desde ya agradecemos a todos los interesados y esperamos compartir una gala diferente. Contact: Willy Terrazas Muller: willyterrazas2003@yahoo.com.ar . www.hrtangoargentina.com.ar  willyterrazas2003@yahoo.com.ar (Willy Terrazas Muller) Sun, 22 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8753/1/Miro-Sinovcic-in-action-again-New-York-October-26th-2006-quotImpeferfectly-Perfectquot.html Artist's Reception Thursday, October 26th, 6-8PM at the Show Walls lobby of 1133 Avenue of the Americas, New York City (6th Avenue between 43rd and 44th) Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served www.mirosinovcic.com | www.nyframeofmind.com art@mirosinovcic.com (Miro Sinovcic) Sun, 22 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8742/1/Zagreb-Animal-rights-activists.html   Animal rights activists are wrapped up to look like pre-packaged meat during a protest in downtown Zagreb October 2, 2006 dalmatinac99@vip.hr (Ante Katalinic) Sun, 08 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8741/1/Chicago-Euro-2008-Soccer-Qualifying-Matches-at-the-Croatian-Center.html The Croatian Cultural Center of Chicago will be televising several Euro 2008 qualifying matches. Drinks will be served and food will be served during halftime. Read more... stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 05 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8740/1/Detroit-14th-Annual-Benefit-Fashion-Show.html Croatian Woman Branch 32 will host its annual fashion show. Proceeds will benefit Childhelp USA - Detroit Chapter and the Orphanage and Abused Children in Croatia. Read more... stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 05 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8734/1/Businessmen-from-Western-Australia-visit-Croatia-on-Sept-20th-2006.html    A delegation from the Western Australian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce recently visited Croatia for their second time since first coming in September 2004. A rich programme was prepared especially for them compact with talks and encounters vesna@matis.hr (Vesna Kukavica) Wed, 04 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8731/1/NEW-YORK-Croatian-Film-Screenings-quotTHE-RED-DUSTquot-by-Zrinko-Ogresta-Thursday-October-5th-2006--7PM.html THE RED DUST takes its title from a line in Dostoevesky which says that "the blood is least visible on the red" - a phrase whose significance is not revealed until the end of the film. The story is told through the eyes of 16-year-old Skgra, who witnesses the whole, violent chain of events. dalmatinac99@vip.hr (Ante Katalinic) Wed, 04 Oct 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8729/1/Medunarodni-Sajam-knjiga-u-Frankfurtu.html Od 04. do 08. listopada 2006 odr¾ava se meðunarodni Sajam knjiga u Frankfurtu. Posjetite Sajam knjiga i stupite u dijalog sa kolegicama i kolegama iz Dru¹tva biv¹ih studenata hrvatskih sveuèili¹ta u Njemaèkoj,  koji æe govorit o hrvatskom literarnom stvarala¹tvu. Tradicionalna literarna tribina - okrugli stol u sklopu Sajma knjiga manifestacija je duha suradnje domovine i dijaspore.   stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Thu, 28 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8728/1/New-York-Croatian-Film-Screenings-WHAT-IVA-RECORDED-by-Tomislav-Radic.html The Doors Art Foundation is proud to present monthly screenings featuring a selection of films from the Croatian cinema of the last decade. Thursday, September 28th & October 21st. 2006 @ 7 PM dalmatinac99@vip.hr (Ante Katalinic) Thu, 28 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8727/1/New-York-Concert-of-Ana-Vidovic-Guitarist-from-Karlovac-Croatia-on-September-29th-and-30th-2006.html   The Monkey is proud to present classical guitar sensation Ana Vidovic. Ana has been exciting audience all over the world with her extraordinary musicianship, dazzling technique and stunning stage presence. On September 29th and 30th Ana will grace the stage of The Monkey for four performances over two nights dalmatinac99@vip.hr (Ante Katalinic) Thu, 28 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8725/1/Dublin-Launch-for-8220THE-FRAMES-Behind-the-Glass8221.html   Croatian-American photographer Zoran Orlic, will be in Dublin, Ireland this weekend, October 1st to promote the launch of his book "THE FRAMES: Behind the Glass." The launch will feature an exhibit of photographs from the book and an appearance by the Frames. Zoran will also be on hand to sign copies of the book.   stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 27 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8720/1/Oakland-Intl-FF-BEYOND-THE-CALL-screening-this-Friday-Sept-22-6pm-at-the-Grand-Lake-Theater.html   Hello Bay Area Friends, I am excited to announce and invite you and your friends to a screening of BEYOND THE CALL in the beautiful Grand Lake Theater in Oakland (http://cinematreasures.org/theater/414/) as part of the Oakland International Film Festival (http://oaklandfilmsociety.org). Wadirum1@aol.com (Adrian Beli�) Fri, 22 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8707/1/Photo-Exhibition-quotSilence-and-the-Seaquot.html THE LOCKWOOD - MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM presents "SILENCE  AND  THE    SEA" A  contemporary photography show Recent work of Tonci Coric and Lorence Ferich.   stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Wed, 20 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8706/1/Festival-Hrvatske-Glazbe-u-Beeu-2006.html   Muzièki informativni centar Koncertne direkcije Zagreb zajedno s Udru¾enjem za promicanje hrvatske glazbe u Beèu (Verein zur Förderung der kroatischen Musik) i Veleposlanstvom Republike Hrvatske u Austriji ponovo organizira "Festival hrvatske glazbe u Beèu".    letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 20 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8705/1/Don-Zuboviae-Vas-poziva-na-sastanak-s-Predsjednikom-Mesiaeem-i-Premierom-Sanaderom.html POZIVAM VAS  NA SUSRET S PREDSJEDNIKOM STJEPANOM MESIÆEM I PREMIEROM IVOM SANADEROM U ÈETVRTAK 21. RUJNA U 5:15 pm U ©KOLSKOM AUDITORIUMU (SCHOOL AUDITORIUM) U ASTORIJI, NEW YORK   DON ROBERT ZUBOVIC CONTACT: RZubovic@aol.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 20 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8704/1/A-talk-by-Dr-Ivo-Sanader-Prime-Minister-of-the-Republic-of-Croatia-followed-by-a-question-and-answer-session-with-the-audience.html You are invited to attend Columbia University's World Leaders Forum program: Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Low Memorial Library at Columbia University, 116th Street between Broadway and Amsterdam, New York City "Croatia and Euro-Atlantic Integration in Southeastern Europe" A talk by Dr. Ivo Sanader, Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 19 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8690/1/Beyond-the-Call-and-Genghis-Blues-playing-at-Temecula-Valley-Film-Festival.html   For those in the Southern California area and friends there, we are very excited to announce that Beyond the Call and Genghis Blues (oh, the legs on that film) are screening at the Temecula Valley Film Festival this week, Sept. 13 - 17th. We will be attending the whole festival doing Q&A after each screening. Come out for a beautiful time in wine country. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Mon, 11 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8689/1/Poziv-na-Predavanje-2692006.html   Likovni stvaratelj Vlado Franjeviæ æe 26. rujna 2006. od 19.00 do 21.00 sati odr¾ati predavanje o svojem ovogodi¹njem nastupu na 1. meðunarodnom simpoziju dizajna u Ammanu, Jordan. Predavanje æe se odr¾ati u prostoru centra Haus Gutenberg u Balzersu, Knezevina Liechtenstein.     stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Mon, 11 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8683/1/Invitation-to-Emigre-Croatian-PublishersPoziv-Hrvatskim-Izdavaeima-iz-Iseljenitva.html The Croatian Heritage Foundation calls all publishers, book stores and individuals to involve themselves in an Exhibition of publishing activities in Croatian emigration, which is to be held between 7 - 11 November 2006. Hrvatska matica iseljenika poziva sve nakladnike, knji¾are i pojedince da sudjeluju na izlo¾bi nakladnièke djelatnosti iz hrvatskog iseljeni¹tva, koje æe se odr¾ati od 7. do 11. studenoga 2006. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sun, 10 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8677/1/Don-Wolfs-photo-exhibition-quotImages-of-Croatiaquot---Kansas-City-Kansas-USA.html   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 06 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8675/1/In-Honor-of-Josip-Slavenski-Celebrating-the-110th-Anniversary-of-His-Birth---New-York.html   In Honor of Josip Slavenski (1896 - 1955), Born in Èakovec, Croatia. Celebrating the 110th Anniversary of His Birth. DATE   September 11, 2006 START TIME   7:30 PM END TIME   COLLEGE NAME   Graduate Center ADDRESS 365 Fifth Ave @ 34th St. PHONE   212-817-8607  BUILDING NO. ROOM NO. Elebash Recital Hall DESCRIPTION  With Aleksandra Vojcic & Co. (Concert Office, PhD/DMA Program in Music) Admission is free. For more information visit: www.cuny.edu fedor.kabalin@nyu.edu (Fedor Kabalin) Tue, 05 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/8647/1/Olive-Oil-Tasting-in-Seattle.html   The famous DeLaurenti Specialty Food and Wine Store in Seattle's Historic Pike Place Market will host a tasting of Dalmatian Kitchen Olive Oil which is produced and bottled in Croatia. stecak@sbcglobal.net (Marko Pulji�) Sun, 03 Sep 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6068/1/E-Miles-Raguz-Book-Presentation-NYC-March-26-2006.html ÂMiles Raguz' Book Presentation New York City March 26, 2006Join us in the Church Basement of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church (41st Street, off of 10th Avenue) this Sunday, March 26, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. for a Round Table Discussion of Vitomir Miles Raguz' Who Saved Bosnia.Mr. Raguz, who lived in New York for over a decade, has a unique perspective on the wars which devastated Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina in the 1990s. Mr. Raguz played an active role in lobbying efforts by the Croatian American community in 1990-91, before becoming, successively, an official with the Permanent Mission of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the UN, a member of the Bosnian Croat peace delegation at peace talks held in New York in March 1993, an advisor with the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Croatia to the UN, and the ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to NATO and the European Union.His book is in large measure based on these experiences and his analysis of the events of the 1990s and after in the region are thought-provoking.Mr. Raguz will discuss his work with Ambassador Herbert Stuart Okun and Wall Street Journal Editor Bret Stephens.Ambassador Okun serviced as Special Adviser on Yugoslavia to former U. S. Secretary of State Cyrus Vance and Deputy Co-Chairman of the International Conference on the former Yugoslavia in which capacity he negotiated, among other things, UNPROFOR's mandate in Croatia. From 1993-1997 Okun mediated the dispute between Greece and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. He also served as Special Adviser to the International Commission on Missing Persons in the former Yugoslavia in 1996-1997. His diplomatic postings include Ambassador to the former German Democratic Republic (East Germany) and Deputy Permanent Representative and Ambassador to the UN. He currently lectures on international law at Johns Hopkins University and Yale Law School.Bret Stephens is a member of the Editorial Board of the Wall Street Journal. From 2002 to 2004 Stephens had been editor of the Jerusalem Post, having the distinction of being the youngest editor of the paper in its history. Mr. Stephens has written extensively about issues related to the European Union and the Middle East.Copies of the book will be on sale ($40 each) after the discussion.Refreshments will be served. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 21 Mar 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6069/1/H-Rijecki-karneval-na-Internetu-webcast.html Rijecki karneval na Internetu (webcast) I ove godine, jubilarni 10. put zaredom, MULTILINK izvodi izravni prijenos Medunarodnog rijeckog karnevala, odnosno glavne karnevalske povorke, putem Interneta. Time ce Karneval i nadalje biti najveci svjetski i europski karneval koji se prenosi uzivo na Internet i omogucuje mnogima da osjete velicanstvenu karnevalsku atmosferu daleko od rijeckog Korza.Ovogodisnji webcast Karnevala biti ce izveden standardnim streaming formatima (Real i Widows Media). Prijenos cemo izvesti u suradnji sa TV kucom Kanal Ri od koje cemo preuzeti video signal, te tvrtkom Vodatel koja osigurava brzu Internet vezu.Uz pracenje video prikaza istovremeno se moze pratiti popis i detaljniji opis grupa koje trenutno prolaze pored glavne pozornice na Korzu. Ostale informacije vezane uz povorku i Karneval, u svakom trenutku mogu se pronaci na web stranicama Karnevala u zasebnom prozoru preglednika. Istovremeno je moguce slusati program Radio Rijeke i time upotpuniti karnevalski ugodaj. Prijenos Medunarodne povorke 26. veljace 2006. godine, moze se pratiti na web stranicama Karnevala www.ri-karneval.com.hr. Za sve posjetitelje iz drugih vremenskih zona kao i one koji nisu mogli biti na Rijeckom Korzu u nedjelju, osigurat ce se snimke povorki u razlicitim formatima i kvalitetama (za razlicite brzine prijenosa). Snimke Djecje karnevalske povorke vec se mogu pronaci na web stranicama Karnevala.Kao i svake godine, ocekuje se dobra posjecenost prijenosa, i to iz razlicitih zemalja svijeta, s obzirom na zabiljezene trendove prijenosa prethodnih godina. Sudjelujte s maskom ili bez nje na najvecem i najludem Karnevalu! ................................................................................................................................................. MULTILINK d.o.o., utemeljen je u Rijeci, 1989. godine, kao tvrtka za prihvat, primjenu i prijenos informacijske i komunikacijske tehnologije. Multilink osmisljava, projektira, izvodi i implementira integrirana cjelovita rjesenja za elektronicko poslovanje, streaming medija i digitalne vizualne komunikacije, a koja ukljucuju i tehnicku potporu pri uspostavljanju i odrzavanju racunalne i komunikacijske infrastrukture. REALNETWORKS, Inc. godine 1995., zacetnik citave Internet media industrije koji jos i danas nastavlja poticati svoj eksponencijalni rast. Razvija sveobuhvatna rjesenja koja omogucuju svima – od tvrtki sa lokacijama po cijelom svijetu do pojedinaca na svojim osobnim racunalima ili ostalim uredajima koji se mogu spojiti na Internet – da stvaraju, salju i primaju audio, video i ostale multimedijalne servise preko Interneta. Stotine miliona RealPlayer-a koji su do danas instalirani na racunalima diljem svijeta iskoristavaju vrhunsku tehnologiju RealNetworks za stvaranje, isporuku i prezentaciju sadrzaja. MICROSOFT; osnovan 1975. godine, je svjetski voda u softveru, uslugama i Internet tehnologijama za osobno i poslovno racunarstvo. Tvrtka nudi siroki spektar proizvoda i usluga osmisljenih sa ciljem da korisniku pruze kvalitetan softver – u bilo koje doba, na bilo kojem mjestu i uredaju. Windows Media je Microsoft-ova vodeca platforma medu digitalnim medijima, koju koriste krajnji korisnici, pruzatelji sadrzaja, pruzatelji rjesenja, programeri i korporacije u cijelom svijetu. Windows Media Player, dostupan na 26 jezika, je danas vodeci softver za reprodukciju multimedijskih zapisa.  Formatted for CROWN by Ivo Bach letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 25 Feb 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6071/1/E-Greetings-from-XX-Winter-Olympic-Games-in-Torino.html ÂGreetings from XX Winter Olympic Games in Torino...... where I work as the National Olympic Committee Relations Specialist, for those who don't know yet. Baci ed abbraci à tutti,Sanja Mahacsmahac@yahoo.com  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 13 Feb 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6070/1/E-Croatian-Foreign-Minister-Speaks-at-the-Library-of-Congress-in-Washington.html ÂCroatian Foreign Minister Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic to Speak on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2006, 10 a.m., at the Library of Congress in WashingtonThis is a free event open to the public.Web link:http://www.loc.gov/today/pr/2006/06-030.html Croatian Foreign Minister Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic toSpeak on Feb. 14Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic, Croatian minister forforeign affairs and European integration, will give aspeech titled “Croatia: Partnerships, Priorities andProgress” at the Library of Congress at 10 a.m. onTuesday, Feb. 14, in Room 119 of the Thomas JeffersonBuilding, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.The event, which is sponsored by the Library’s John W.Kluge Center, is free and open to the public; notickets or reservations are required.Grabar-Kitarovic became foreign minister in 2005, andher main task in that role is to guide Croatia intothe European Union and NATO. In October 2005, theEuropean Union opened membership talks with Croatia.Grabar-Kitarovic’s speech will address Croatia’sdesire to join the European Union and the country’srelationship to Europe.A native of Rijeka, Croatia, Grabar-Kitarovic livedfor a while in the United States, where she attendedLos Alamos High School in Los Alamos, N.M. Soon afterher graduation from the University of Zagreb inCroatia, she began her diplomatic career as adviser tothe International Cooperation Department of theMinistry of Science and Technology of Croatia. Shelater became head of the North American Department ofthe Foreign Ministry and was assigned to the CroatianEmbassy in Canada. In 2003, Grabar-Kitarovic waselected to the Croatian parliament.Through a generous endowment from John W. Kluge, theLibrary of Congress established the Kluge Center in2000. The center brings leading scholars together withkey Washington policymakers to discuss important worldissues, drawing on the Library’s incomparable nationaland international collections. For information aboutthe fellowships, grants and programs offered by theKluge Center, visit www.loc.gov/kluge . letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 13 Feb 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6072/1/E-AAASS-National-Convention-November-16-19-2006.html ÂAAASS National Convention in Washington, DC, November 16-19, 2006ACS members and friends,I just want to remind all that the next AAASS National Convention will take place in Washington, DC, November 16-19, 2006. Deadline for submitting panel or roundtable proposals is January 13, 2006. If you have not done so, start organizing your panels ASAP and submit them on time! I especially urge our young(er) scholars to get involved and organize or participate in AAASS Conventions, and if I or the ACS can be of any help, please let us know.In case you donât have a copy of the October 2005 NewsNet (AAASS publication), go to the AAASS Web site: www.aaass.org . All necessary forms and guidelines for panel proposals can be found there. Please, follow closely the submission instructions published by the AAASS. Let your panel organizer know in case you might need any audiovisual equipment. The AAASS provides up to $100.00 worth of equipment.If the ACS can be of any help in organizing your panel, please let us know. Letâs make it a good and productive convention in Washington.Ante Cuvalo letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 03 Jan 2006 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6073/1/E-Croatian-New-Yorker-Club-Holds-Long-Island-Picnic---Aug-7.html ÂCroatian New Yorker Club Holds Long Island Picnic - Aug. 7ÂContact Anton Angelich aangelich@aol.comThe Croatian New Yorker Club - A Community Alliance of Business People, will be holding their annual picnic on Sunday August 7th, 2005 at Centerport Beach, Centerport, Long Island New York. ENJOY A GREAT DAY AT THE BEACH WITH OTHER CROATIAN NEW YORKERS! Centerport Beach is located on the North Shore of Long Island about 45 miles east of New York City. The beach has a pavilion for the picnic's exclusive use, a BBQ pit, a bocce court, shaded grove, ah volleyball court, and a sandy beach on Long Island Sound. High tide is mid-afternoon on the day of the picnic - ideal for swimming!Menu: Grilled meats, chicken, kielbasa, corn on the cob, salads, hot dogs, and hamburgers. SERVING TIME 3:00 PM. COME EARLY - ENJOY THE BEACH!Please bring your own choice of beverages and desserts. Contributions of Croatian pastries would be greatly appreciated.Cost: $12.00 Adults, $6.00 Older Children, Younger Children Free.The pavilion will allow the party to go on rain or shine! We're hoping to have Croatian music, if you play bring your instruments!PAYMENT OR RESERVATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY AUGUST 5TH.For more information, to make reservations, or for directions, contact Anton Angelich by e-mail at aangelich@aol.com .DOBRO DOSLI! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 03 Aug 2005 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6074/1/E-Animal-welfare-experts-from-40-countries-will-gather-in-Croatia.html ÂAnimal welfare experts and enthusiasts from over 40 countries will be gathering on the beautiful Dalmatian coast of CroatiaÂLatest Pet Industry News Fri, 29 Jul 2005 Friday 29 July 2005 headlines >> Croatia To Host 7th Annual ICAWC EventAnimal welfare experts and enthusiasts from over 40 countries will be gathering on the beautiful Dalmatian coast of Croatia for the seventh International Companion Animal Welfare Conference (ICAWC), 18th and 19th October 2005. Organised by UK charity, Dogs Trust and North Shore Animal League International, an international organisation dedicated to saving animals' lives, the event is expected to attract around 300 delegates over two days. ICAWC is established as the foremost companion animal welfare conference in the world. The international conference was founded with the aim of working towards a world where no healthy companion animal is destroyed for want of a caring home, with responsible owners. World experts in fields essential to successful animal welfare will be speaking, and will cover areas including animal behaviour problems, legislation, fundraising, running animal shelters, and strategy. Co-chairmen Clarissa Baldwin, Dogs Trust Chief Executive, and Roger Weeks, Director of North Shore Animal League International, explain: "ICAWC is going from strength to strength. The conference was set up in 1996 to provide a world platform for organisations to share information and to equip us all with the knowledge we need to make the world a better place for our pets."It's only by listening to other people about what works, and what doesn't, that we can hope to improve the lives of pet animals around the world. "There will be a wealth of experience amongst the delegates, as well as expert advice from the speakers, so the conference provides a great opportunity to talk to fellow animal welfare workers from around the world." Booking details: Conference registration fee: €35 per person Delegates need to complete and return a registration form. This is available online at www.icawc.org. Submitted by: Steve O'Malley - steve@ukpets.co.uk http://www.ukpets.co.uk/ukp/index.php?rtn=temp66_249_67_185_at_2058&sf=1517926833&section=Home&sub=News&rws=&method=fetch&item=942&tb=introduction letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 29 Jul 2005 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6076/1/E-Chicago-The-Bob--Boris-Show-at-Mullens---Friday-May-13th.html ÂChicago The Bob & Boris Show at Mullens - Friday May 13thWord up to our chicago fan club, the bob and boris show will be performinglive at Mullens in Chicago on friday may 13 at 9pm.mullens sports bar & grill7301 n western avechicago, il773.465.2113thank you in advance for your cooperation.For more info contact Boris_Kuzmanovic@emagic.com CroNetwork: The Croatian-American Organization for Young Professionals. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 09 May 2005 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6075/1/E-NY-POLET-SOCCER-CLUB-FUNDRAISER-PARTY.html NY POLET SOCCER CLUB FUNDRAISER PARTYÂFRIDAY, MAY 13, 2005 At theCROATIAN CENTER507 W. 40th Street, ManhattanDoors open at 10 PMMusic by DJ George and the band "More" for more information visit www.nypolet.com Contact : Kristina Nanjara - Crosib21@aol.comÂClaudio Kolega - CKolega@laszlobodak.com CroNetwork: The Croatian-American Organization for Young Professionals. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 09 May 2005 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6077/1/E-Croatian-Topics-at-AAASS-in-Boston.html ÂAAASS is the largest Slavic studies organization in the USÂThe AAASS is the largest Slavic studies organization in the US. It is holding its annual convention in Boston this Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (December 4-7, 2004). There are literally scores of panels. I have set forth below some which may of of interest to readers (including one where yours' truly will be speaking). The events take place at the Boston Marriott Copley Place at 110 Huntington Avenue in downtown Boston.John Kraljic************************SATURDAY, 4 DECEMBERSESSION 1 * SATURDAY * 1:30 - 3:30 P.M.1-08 Bosnia-Herzegovina: Ten Years after Dayton: A Grassroots,Geographical, and Historical View of Dayton Bosnia - SimmonsChair: John R. Lampe, U of MarylandPapers: Paula Pickering, College of William and Mary"Views of Ordinary People Regarding the Hopes and Progress forReconciliation in Post-War Bosnia-Herzegovina"Daniel Michael Rhea, U of Maryland"The 1939 Serbian-Croatian Sporazum: A Blueprint for Regionalization?"Gerard Toal, Virginia Tech, and Carl Dahlman, U of South Carolina"The West Bank and Drina: Ethnic Engineering and Land Allocation in theRepublika Srpska"Disc.: Richard D. Kauzlarich, National Intelligence Office for Europe1-27 Information or Propaganda? Advertising in Socialist Eastern Europe -Salon JChair: Laurie S. Koloski, College of William and MaryPapers: Bradley F. Abrams, Columbia U"'Reklama' or 'Propogace'? The Almost Rise and Telling Fall of SocialistAdvertising in Czechoslovakia"Patrick H. Patterson, UC, San Diego"Capitalist Tool? Commercial Promotion, Marketing, and the Problem of'Socialist Advertising' in Hungary and Yugoslavia"Jonathan R. Zatlin, Boston U"Selling Socialism: Advertising in East Germany, 1971-1989"Disc.: Mark Pittaway, The Open U (UK)SESSION 2 * SATURDAY * 3:45 - 5:45 P.M.2-01 South Slavic Literature and Ideology - Boston CollegeChair: Henry R. Cooper, Jr., Indiana UPapers: Marko Juvan, Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts (Slovenia)"Parodic Writing, National Canon, and Hegemony: Literary Modernism in aCommunist Context (Some Slovenian Examples)"Slobodan Prosperov Novak, Yale U"Figures of Fear in the Theater of Marin Drzic"Bogdan Rakic, U of Chicago"The Humanist as Cannibal: Borislav Pekic's 'How to Quiet a Vampire'"Disc.: Radmila J. Gorup, Columbia U2-03 State and Development in Former Communist States - BrandeisChair: Ioannis Armakolas, U of Cambridge (UK)Papers: Karlo Basta, U of Toronto (Canada)"States and Industrial Policies in Independent Estonia and Slovenia"Maja Catic, Brandeis U"State-Building and Development in Bosnia Post Dayton: A Look at theBosnian Development Strategy"Benjamin H. Loring, Brandeis U"State-Building in Central Asia: The Kyrgyz Experience"Disc.: Steven L. Burg, Brandeis U2-30 Musical Pan-Slavism in Habsburg Lands during the Late Nineteenthand Early Twentieth Centuries - YarmouthChair: Ivan Runac, U of Michigan, Ann ArborPapers: William A. Everett, U of Missouri, Kansas City"Slavs Creating Slavs: Slavic Self-Imagining in Operetta"Vjera Katalinic, Croatian Academy of Arts and Sciences"Musical Pan-Slavism among Southern Slavs: The Case of the CroatianMusicologist Franjo Ksaver Kuhac (1834-1911)"Cathryn Wilkinson, SUNY, Plattsburgh"The Sacred Dimension in Slovak Pan-Slavicism"Disc.: Marijan Despalatovic, Connecticut College2-35 Systems in Conflict: Eastern European Folk Beliefs and the Other -Rhode IslandChair: Mario Fenyo, Bowie State UPapers: Anna Brzozowska-Kraijka, Maria Curie-Sklodowska U (Poland)"Coexistence or Conflict? The Problem of Dual Belief in Polish Folklore"Marija Dalbello, Rutgers U"Diffusion, Invention, or Production of Culture? Popular Print and theFormation of Historical Consciousness in the Croatian DiasporaCommunity in the 1950s"Andriy Nahachewsky, U of Alberta (Canada)"Ukrainian Canadian Dance: Tensions between the Folk, National, andSpectacular Paradigms"Disc.: Veronica E. Aplenc, U of PennsylvaniaSUNDAY 5 DECEMBERSESSION 3 * SUNDAY * 8:00 - 10:00 A.M.3-09 Croatia and the European International Organizations - SuffolkChair: James Joseph Sadkovich, Texas A&M U PressPapers: Antoine Cloutier, Laval U (Canada)"Croatia and European Union"Reneo Lukic, Laval U (Canada)"Croatia and ICTY"Jean-Francois Morel, Laval U (Canada)"Croatia and the NATO"Disc.: Jadranko Prlic, South East Institute (Bosnia-Herzegovina)Dean Vuletic, Columbia U3-11 Codependency and Regime Change: Lessons from SoutheasternEurope - WellesleyChair: Robin Remington, Peace Haven IntlPapers: Elez Biberaj, Voice of America"Albanian-Kosova Connection: Lesson for Regime Change"Francine Friedman, Ball State U"Reinventing Yugoslavia: The Case of Bosnia and Herzegovina"Obrad Kesic, TSM Global Consultants, LLC"Political, Ideological, and Emotional Splits in Serbian Society"Disc.: Colette Mazzucelli, Columbia USESSION 4 * SUNDAY * 10:15 A.M. - 12:15 P.M.4-05 International Intervention and Local Politics in the Balkans - MITChair: Timothy J. Pershing, Brandeis UPapers: Ioannis Armakolas, U of Cambridge (UK), and Silvia Lauzzana, U ofCambridge (UK)"Humanitarian Aid, Local Politics, and the Political Economy of War: ACase Study from Bosnia-Herzegovina"Mieczyslaw P. Boduszynski, UC, Berkeley"Building State Capacity in International Protectorates: Lessons fromBosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Macedonia"Bojan Petrovic, UC, Irvine"European Union Adaptive Pressures and Political Party Systems of(Potential) Candidate States: The Cases of Croatia and Serbia"Disc.: Steven L. Burg, Brandeis U4-16 New Voices in Post-Communist Literature and Art - OrleansChair: Thomas Peter Hodge, Wellesley CollegePapers: Justyna Anna Beinek, U of Toronto"Western Culture a la polonaise: Imports and Rejects"Olga S. Partan, Wellesley College"Post-Soviet Estrada: Infatuation with the West and Nostalgia for the Past"Cynthia F. Simmons, Boston College"Miljenko Jergovic and Yugo-Nostalgia"Disc.: Tatiana Smorodinskaya, Middlebury CollegeSESSION 5 * SUNDAY * 2:00 - 4:00 P.M.5-02 Conflict and Politics in the Twentieth-Century South Slavic Literatures -Boston UniversityChair: Andrew Baruch Wachtel, Northwestern UPapers: Gordana Crnkovic, U of Washington"Catastrophes of the Intimate in Miroslav Krleza"Aida Vidan, Harvard U"Killing Words: Croatian and Bosnian War Fiction since the 1990s"Ivana Vitomir Vuletic, UNC, Chapel Hill"Novels of Milica Micic-Dimovska"Disc.: Tomislav Z. Longinovic, U of Wisconsin, MadisonBogdan Rakic, U of Chicago5-15 Sounds as Identity Symbols: The Potential for a "Musical Turn" in theStudy of Modern Eastern Europe - (Roundtable) - NantucketChair: Larry Wolff, Boston CollegePart.: Halina Goldberg, Indiana ULynn M. Hooker, Indiana USarah Anne Kent, U of Wisconsin, Stevens PointLynn M. Sargeant, California State U, FullertonPhilipp Ther, European U (Germany)MONDAY6DECEMBER6-14 New Balkan States: Road to Economic Vitality - HyannisChair: Russell O. Prickett, Independent ScholarPapers: Svetlana Adamovic, U of Belgrade (Yugoslavia) and Gordana Pesakovic,Argosy U"Serbia-Montenegro: One or Two Economies?"Ljubisa (Stevan) Adamovich, Florida State U"FYR of Macedonia: Interrupted Growth"Azra Hadziahmetovic, U of Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina)"Bosnia and Herzegovina: New Issues of Economic Development"Disc.: Jasminka Ninkovic, Emory USESSION 8 * MONDAY * 2:00 - 4:00 P.M.8-06 Reassessing the Causes and the Course of the Muslim-Croat Conflictin Bosnia-Herzegovina - NortheasternChair: Ante Cuvalo, Joliet Junior CollegePapers: Marko A. Hoare, U of Cambridge (UK)"The Bosnian Army and the Croat Defense Council, 1992-1995"James Joseph Sadkovich, Texas A&M U Press"Road to War in Central Bosnia"Charles R. Shrader, Independent Scholar"Military Misperceptions: The Muslim-Croat Civil War in Central Bosnia,1992-1994"Disc.: Robert J. Donia, U of MichiganZdenka Gredel-Manuele, Niagara U8-35 Augustin Ujevic: The Man/The Myth - Rhode IslandChair: Audrey Helfant Budding, Harvard UPapers: Ellen Elias-Bursac, Harvard U"Tin Ujevic: The Self-Made Myth"Giga Graca, Croatian Radio"Is Ujevic Still Our Contemporary?"Srecko Lipovcan, Ivo Pilar Institute of Social Sciences (Croatia)"The Young Ujevic"Disc.: Aida Vidan, Harvard USESSION 9 * TUESDAY * 8:00 - 10:00 A.M.9-08 Searching for New Cultural Coordinates in South Slavic Literatures -SimmonsChair: Daniela S. Hristova, U of ChicagoPapers: Lauren Lydic, U of Toronto"Naming that Tune: The Influence of Walt Whitman's 'Song of Myself' onStevan Raickovic's 'Pesma trave'"Mirna Solic, U of Toronto (Canada)"The Influence of Bosnian 'Sevdah' and Oriental Elements on the Poetryof Croatian Nineteenth-Century Poet Luka Botic"Snezana Zabic, UNC, Wilmington"The Importance of Memory in the Works of Two South Slavic Writers inExile: Aleksandar Hemon and Josip Novakovich"Disc.: Ellen Elias-Bursac, Harvard U9-31 East European Immigrants and Communist Newspapers in the UnitedStates - ConnecticutChair: Thomas Allan Emmert, Gustavus Adolphus CollegePapers: John Kraljic"The Evolution of Croatian Communist Newspapers in the U.S. and Canada"Thomas L. Sakmyster, U of Cincinnati"A Communist Newspaper for Hungarian-Americans: The Strange Worldof the Uj Elore"Jason C. Vuic, The Ohio State U"South Slavic (un)Americans: 'Slobodna Rec' and 'Narodni Glasnik' beforeCongressional Subcommittees"Disc.: June Granatir Alexander, U of CincinnatiSESSION 10 * TUESDAY * 10:15 A.M. - 12:15 P.M.10-02 The Croatian Peasant Party from Its Beginning to 1948: A HundredYears of Political Struggle - Boston University - Sponsored by: Associationfor Croatian StudiesChair: Joseph T. Bombelles, John Carroll UPapers: Elinor Murray Despalatovic, Connecticut College"Economic Program of the Croatian Peasant Party"Mario Jareb, Croatian Institute of History (Croatia)"Treatment of the HSS and Dr. Macek by the Ustasha-DomobranMovement from 1930 to April 1941"Amy Katherine Schmidt, National Archives"The HSS in Exile 1945-1948"Disc.: John Peter Kraljic, Garfunkel, Wild & Travis, PCJure Kristo, Croatian Institute of History (Croatia)10-03 Contemporary Slovene History and Politics: Recent Research by YoungScholars - BrandeisChair: Karl W. Ryavec, U of Massachusetts, AmherstPapers: Alenka Barber-Kersovan, U of Hamburg (Germany)"Work in the Name of Revolution: Slovene Punks and the De-Constructionof the Soviet Work Ethos"Charles Fletcher, Institute of Defense Analysis"Is There a Case for Slovene Exceptionalism?"Tamara Kotar, Carleton U (Canada)"Heroics versus Humble Histories: A Brief Comparative Political History ofSlovenia and Croatia"Disc.: Cathie Carmichael, U of East Anglia (UK)Sarah Anne Kent, U of Wisconsin, Stevens Point10-12 Andrija Kacic Miosic and Croatian Literature - Cape CodChair: Ralph B. Bogert, U of Toronto (Canada)Papers: Vinko Grubisic, U of Waterloo (Canada)"Reception of 'Pleasant Conversations of the Slavic People' in theEnglish-Speaking World"Gabrijel Jurisic, "Kacic" Editor"Andrija Kacic Miosic in the Modern Era"Anita Mikulic-Kovacevic, U of Toronto (Canada)"Chronicle of the Priest of Dioclea and Andrija Kacic Miosic's 'PleasantConversations of the Slavic People'"Disc.: Ivo Soljan, Grand Valley State U letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 04 Dec 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6078/1/E-Naval-Exercise-Adriatic-Phiblex-04-Croatia---US.html ÂCroatia - US Naval Exercise Adriatic Phiblex 04 ÂA Croatian gunboat and a navy helicopter take part in an exercise simulating the rescue of a passenger ship from terrorists in the Adriatic Sea near the Island of Zirje October 13, 2004. The rescue was staged as part of a ten-days joint naval excercise Adriatic Phiblex 04, involving Croatia, the United States, Macedonia and Albania. REUTERS/Matko Biljak Reuters - Oct 13 9:18 AMMembers of the Croatian Naval marine expeditionary unit leave a military helicopter during a hostage rescue exercise of a passenger ship at the Adriatic near Island of Zirje, October 13, 2004. The rescue was staged as part of a ten-days joint naval exercise Adriatic Phiblex 04, involving Croatia, the United States, Macedonia and Albania. REUTERS/Matko Biljak  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 23 Oct 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6079/1/E-The-Croatian-Academy-of-America-51st-Annual-Dinner.html ÂTHE CROATIAN ACADEMY OF AMERICA, INC. P.O. BOX 1767, GRAND CENTRAL STATION, NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10163 www.croatianacademy.org e-mail: croatacad@aol.com 1 9 5 3 â 2 0 0 4 INVITATION TO THE FIFTY-FIRST ANNUAL DINNER You are cordially invited to the Annual Dinner for members and friends of The Croatian Academy of America KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Karlo Mirth (President 1958-1968, Honorary President for Life) TIME: 7:00 pm Reception / 8:00 pm Dinner DATE: Saturday, October 30, 2004 PLACE: Croatian Cultural Center/Sts.Cyril & Methodius Church 502 West 41st Street, New York NY 10036 COST: $50.00 / $25.00 students (wine and soft drinks included) RSVP: Vedran Joseph Nazor 212.957.5808 or e-mail:vnazor@yahoo.com _________________________________________________________________________ÂFIFTY-FIRST ANNUAL DINNER THE CROATIAN ACADEMY OF AMERICA Annual Dinner of The Croatian Academy of America will held at 7:00 pm on Saturday, October 30, 2004 at the Croatian Cultural Center in Manhattan, 502 West 41st Street. Guest speaker will be Karlo Mirth, managing editor of the Academy. Annual Dinner will follow Fifty-First Annual General Assembly to be held that afternoon. During the Assembly members will review the work during the previous year followed by the election of the new Officers and Executive Council Members. Plans for the upcoming year will be proposed and discussed. The Croatian Academy of America is a nonprofit educational organization founded in 1953 whose purpose is to educate the public about Croatian literature, culture, language and history. It publishes annually Journal of Croatian Studies, which is distributed throughout most of the English-speaking world including all the major national libraries of Europe and most of the cultural institutions in Croatia. âCroatian Language from the Eleventh Century to the Computer Ageâ€? in Volume 25-26 (1984-85) was dedicated to Croatian language and written by Karlo Mirth, Journalâs Managing Editor. Volume 32-33 (1991-92) covered Croatiaâs Independence and Homeland War. Academy has approximately 300 members throughout United States and Canada. Executive Council meetings are held in New York City. Croatian Radio Club - New York provides free storage for its Journals and archives. The most important thing for the Croatian Academy of America is to continue publishing scholarly works in English on Croatian culture, history and language and distribute it throughout world. To learn more about please visit website: www.croatianacademy.org or e-mail: croatacad@aol.com . or write:THE CROATIAN ACADEMY OF AMERICA, INC. P.O. BOX 1767, GRAND CENTRAL STATION, NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10163  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 21 Oct 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6080/1/E-Croatian-Extravaganza-in-Sacramento-California.html Croatian ExtravaganzaÂThe following announcement appeared in the Sacramento Bee. Sacramento is the capital of California. John KraljicThe 22nd annual celebration will be from noon to midnight June 12 and noon to 11 p.m. June 13 at the Croatian American Cultural Center, 3730 Auburn Blvd. Admission is $7 general, free for children 12 and under. Food, beverages and souvenirs are extra. The cultural and social event will feature musicians from Croatia, performances by Croatian adult and children's dance groups, ethnic cuisine, cultural exhibits and children's games and activities. June 12 highlights include the opening ceremony at 3 p.m., kolo dance group at 3:30 p.m. and Croatia's Nenad Vetma concert at 4:30 p.m. On June 13, gates open at 10:30 a.m. for a Catholic Mass. The parade of national costumes will be at 2 p.m. June 13, with kolo dancers performing at 2:30 p.m., and Nenad Vetma at 3:30 p.m. Joining Nenad Vetma will be Tihomir of Toronto, the Mate Caric Band from Los Angeles and Sacramento's own DJ by Mario. Barbecue dinner will be available, along with Croatian specialties and pastries, fine wine, imported and domestic beers, espresso and coffee drinks. For more information: (916) 971-0663 or (916) 489-0339. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 11 Jun 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6081/1/E-Boris-Miksic-Croatian-presidential-candidate-on-Tennis-Tournament.html   Here is an invitation to an exciting and fun event this weekend!This Sunday, May 23, 2004, Croatian-American Chamber of Commerce is inviting you to:CROATIAN TENNIS TOURNAMENTAt the famous Flushing Meadows Tennis Courts (the same courts where the US Open is played) 1-5 PM$40 for members, $50 for non-members (Price includes dinner at Istria Club)Followed by a picnic-style dinner and gathering at Istria Club, 28-09 Astoria Blvd($30 for dinner only)   Boris Miksic, the only Croatian presidential candidate from Diaspora, has confirmed his participation in the tournament. This is a great opportunity to meet him!RSVP and information: CACC every day from 10AM-1PM at: 718 937-4040Or call Mario at: 646 244-1594    Directions: SUBWAY: Take the 7 train to the Shea Stadium/Willets Point Station. Look for the location where the US open is played. CAR: From Manhattan: Take the Tri Boro Bridge to the Grand Central Parkway and take the Shea Stadium Exit. Or from mid town use the tunnel to the Grand Central and take the Shea Stadium exit. From Brooklyn: Take the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway to the Grand Central Parkway and take the Shea Stadium Exit. From Long Island: Take the Long Island Expressway to the Grand Central Parkway and take the Shea Stadium Exit. From Connecticut: Take I-95 to the Whitestone Bridge to the Grand Central Parkway and follow signs to exit 25A East/Northern Blvd./Shea Stadium. From Northern New Jersey: Take the George Washington Bridge to the Harlem River Drive, then to the Triboro Bridge to Grand Central Parkway and follow signs to exit Rt. 25A East/Northern Blvd. From Southern New Jersey: Take the Verrazzano Bridge to the Brooklyn/Queens Expressway to the Grand Central Parkway and follow signs to exit 25A East/Northern Blvd./Shea Stadium.   letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 13 May 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6082/1/H-III-SABOR-AMACAMCA-UDRUGA.html ÂPRVA OBAVIJESTIII. SABOR AMAC/AMCA UDRUGASVEUČILIŠTE, ZNANOST I GLOBALIZACIJAZagreb, 30. lipnja do 3. srpnja 2004.Organizator - domaćin Sveučilište u ZagrebuTrg m. Tita 1410000 ZagrebTel.: 385 1 45 64 226 ili 45 64 251Fax: +385 1 48 30 602 ili 48 30 597E-mail:amac@unizg.hrwww.unizg.hrOrganizacijski odborÂProf. dr. sc. Greta Pifat Mrzljak, predsjednica Organizacijskog odboraProf. dr. sc. Ivica DžebaProf. dr. sc. Jasmina HavranekProf. dr. sc. Branko JerenDr. sc. Kruno KovačevićProf. dr. sc. Vlasta Vizek VidovićÂPredložene teme Sabora Sveučilište, znanost i globalizacija - pozvani predavači Izvješća pojedinih AMAC/AMCA udruga o radu u periodu od 1998.-2004. godineÂOPĆE OBAVIJESTIÂSabor počinje u srijedu navečer, 30. lipnja, okupljanjem sudionika na domjenku dobrodošlice, a završava u subotu, 3. srpnja, nakon izleta.ÂMjesto i vrijeme SaboraÂRadni dio Sabora održat će se u četvrtak i petak (1. i 2. srpnja 2004.) na Fakultetu elektrotehnike i računarstva Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Unska 3. Detaljan program rada dostavit će se u II. obavijesti.ÂPreliminarni rasporedÂ30. lipnja dolazak sudionika1.-2. srpnja radni dio Sabora2. srpnja posjet institucijama (ovisno o broju zainteresiranih)3. srpnja izletRegistracijaÂMolimo sve sudionike da:-ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂprijave svoje sudjelovanje na priloženoj prijavi do 15.travnja 2004. -ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂnavedu koji će sudionici izložiti izvješće o radu pojedinih udruga da bi se mogao napraviti radni rasporedÂMolimo da izvješća pojedinih udruga budu usmeno kratko izložena (do 10 minuta), a prethodno Organizatoru Sabora poslana (do 1. lipnja 2004.) pisana izvješća, najviše do 4 stranice, koja će se podijeliti svim sudionicima na Saboru.ÂTentativna društvena događanjaÂZa sve sudionike Sabora bit će organiziran kulturni i izletnički program:-ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂdomjenak dobrodošlice u srijedu, 30 lipnja -ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂkoncert u četvrtak navečer, 1. srpnja -ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂzajednička večera u petak, 2. srpnja-ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂcjelodnevni izlet u subotu, 3. srpnjaÂKotizacijaÂU pokriću troškova Sabora sudjelovat će Ministarstvo znanosti, obrazovanja i športa RH, Sveučilište u Zagrebu i pojedini fakulteti kao pokrovitelji. Kotizacija nije predviđena, ali su dobrovoljni prilozi dobrodošli.ÂBoravak sudionikaÂTroškove boravka i puta snose sudionici. Smještaj u hotelima molimo što hitnije rezervirati zbog moguće zauzetosti hotela u tom vremenskom periodu.ÂÂAdresa za kontakt:ÂProf. dr. sc. Greta Pifat-MrzljakInstitut Ruđer BoškovićBijenička c. 54, 10000 ZagrebTel: +385 1 45 61 127Fax: +385 1 46 80 239E-mail:pifat@irb.hrÂÂÂPRIJAVAza sudjelovanje na III. saboru udruga AMAC/AMCA 'SVEUČILIŠTE, ZNANOST I GLOBALIZACIJA'u Zagrebu, od 30. lipnja do 3. srpnja 2004. godineÂ(vratiti ispunjeno do 15. travnja 2004.)ÂIme i prezime: ..............................................................................................................................ÂUdruga koju predstavljate: ...........................................................................................................ÂDužnost koju obavljate u udruzi: .................................................................................................ÂInstitucija u kojoj ste zaposleni: ...................................................................................................ÂAdresa institucije: ........................................................................................................................ÂGrad, zemlja (poštanski kod): ......................................................................................................ÂTelefon: .......................................................................................................................................ÂTelefaks: .......................................................................................................................................ÂE-mail: ..........................................................................................................................................ÂKućna adresa: ..............................................................................................................................ÂIme osobe u pratnji: ......................................................................................................................ÂNaslov eventualnog izlaganja na III. saboru: ...............................................................................Â......................................................................................................................................................ÂInstitucija koju želite posjetiti (realizacija moguća ovisno o broju zainteresiranih): ..................Â......................................................................................................................................................ÂInformacija o hotelskom smještaju dostupna je na adresiwww.zagreb-touristinfo.hr (Molimo rezervaciju napraviti pravovremeno zbog moguće zauzetosti hotela u tom vremenskom periodu.)ÂDatum prijave:  Potpis:ÂPopunjenu prijavu vratiti do 15. travnja 2004. na adresu:ÂSveučilište u Zagrebuza III. sabor udruga AMAC/AMCATrg m. Tita 14, 10000 ZAGREBE-mail:mscuric@unizg.hrTel: +385 1 45 64 251 ili 45 64 226Fax: +385 1 48 30 602 ili 48 30 597 letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 13 Mar 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6084/1/E-DUBROVNIK-TALK-BY-ROBIN-HARRRIS-LONDON-26-FEBRUARY.html ÂDear Friends,We are pleased to announce, in conjunction with the CroatianSociety at Imperial College London, a major CSYPNevent on Thursday, 26th February.We are delighted that Robin Harris, author of the acclaimed'Dubrovnik: A History' will be giving a talk to us about the"Pearl of the Adriatic", followed by a Q&A session.This will be one of the most important Croatian events inLondon this year. Robin Harris is one of Croatia'sgreatest friends. He was one of Margaret Thatcher's closestpolicy advisers and informed her on Croat matters.We expect you all to come to this event, and to bringfriends - especially your British ones!The event is free. It will begin at 7.00pm. Doors openat 6.45. Full address and directions below.Greatly discounted copies of 'Dubrovnik - A History'will be available at the event for the price of £15 - downfrom £25. You will also have an opportunity to chat toMr Harris and get you copy signed.Please send us your name and those of your guests todubrovnik@csypn.org.uk by Sunday, 22nd February.Furthermore, if you wish to secure your copy of thebook, let us know in your email.We expect to see you all there!CSYPN CommitteePraise for 'Dubrovnik: A History':* "... wonderful book, which opens up an interestingcorner ofMediterranean history for the English reader."- Norman Stone, The Daily Telegraph* "We are reminded just how remarkable Dubrovnik wasand is by Robin Harris's formidably learned, fluently writtenand lavishly illustrated Dubrovnik: A History."- Brendan Simms, The Daily TelegraphAbout Robin Harris:Robin Harris studied at Oxford University, where hewon the Gibbs Prize and was awarded a D.Phil in modernhistory. He went on to work in various political and governmentalcapacities in the 1970s and 1980s. Now a journalist, he focusesmainly on foreign affairs and politics, writing extensively onthe Balkans and in particular Croatia and Bosnia. His publicationsinclude 'Valois Guyenne: A Study of Politics, Government andSociety in Late Medieval France' and 'Diplomacy and Power in theGreat Age of Dubrovnik' in 'Diplomacy of the Republic of Dubrovnik'.-----When: Thursday, 26 February 2004, 6.45pm for a talk at7.00pmWhere: Clore Theatre,180 Queen's Gate,Imperial College LondonSW7 2AZhttp://www.streetmap.co.uk/streetmap.dll?G2M?X=526449&Y=179347&A=Y&Z=1 RSVP: by Sunday, 22nd February 2004 todubrovnik@csypn.org.uk Price: FREENotes: Bring as many friends as possible letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 16 Feb 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6083/1/EH-Live-webcast-of-Carnival-of-Rijeka.html ÂLive webcast of Carnival of Rijeka on the NetPrijenos uzivo Rijeckog Karnevala na Internetuhttp://www.ri-karneval.com.hr/english/prikaz.asp?txt_id=96 For the eighth year in the row, MULTILINK will produce live webcast of International Carnival in Rijeka. This way, Rijeka Carnival will remain the only carnival in the world shown live on the Internet, enabling many visitors to feel the grand carnival atmosphere although they are far away from Rijeka and Korzo.This year's Carnival webcast will be produced in standard streaming formats (Real and Windows Media). It will be produced in cooperation with KanalRi TV station that will provide video source.RealOne technology allows you to see the list of all carnival groups, and a description of the group currently passing in front of central stage on Korzo, simultaneously with the video stream.. Other information about the parade and Carnival can be found at any time on Carnival web site in separate browser window. It is also possible to listen the program of Radio Rijeka.Live webcast of International carnival parade on February 22, 2004, will be shown on Carnival web sitewww.ri-karneval.com.hr . For all visitors from other time zones, as well as those that cannot be on Korzo on Sunday, footage of parades will be available in various formats and quality (for different transfer rates). Footage of the Children's carnival parade can also be found on Carnival web site.As in previous years, we are expecting many webcast visitors from all around the world, considering trends from previous years.Other information about the Carnival can be found on Carnival web site. Through the Content Management System that powers the Carnival site, employees of Tourist Association of the City of Rijeka can daily updates the content themselves.We invite you to participate, with the mask or without it, in the largest and wildest Carnival!Âhttp://www.ri-karneval.com.hr/prikaz.asp?txt_id=28 I ove godine, osmi put zaredom, MULTILINK će izvesti izravni prijenos Međunarodnog riječkog karnevala putem Interneta. Time će Karneval i nadalje biti jedini svjetski karneval koji se prenosi uživo na Internet i omogućuje mnogima da osjete veličanstvenu karnevalsku atmosferu daleko od riječkog Korza.Ovogodišnji webcast Karnevala bitiÂćeÂizveden standardnim streamingÂformatima (Real i Widows Media). Prijenos ćemo izvesti u suradnji sa TV kućomÂKanal Ri od koje ćemo preuzeti video signal.Uz praćenje video prikaza, koji omogućuje Real One player tehnologija, istovremeno se može pratiti i popis grupa koje trenutno prolaze pored glavne pozornice na Korzu. Ostale informacije vezane uz povorku i Karneval, u svakom trenutku mogu se pronaći na web stranicama Karnevala u zasebnom prozoru preglednika. Moguće je također pratiti i program Radio Rijeke.Prijenos Međunarodne povorke 22. veljače 2004. godine, moći će se pratiti na web stranicama Karnevala (www.ri-karneval.com.hr).ÂZa sve posjetitelje iz drugih vremenskih zona kao i one koji nisu mogli biti na Riječkom Korzu u nedjelju, osigurat će se snimke povorki u različitim formatima i kvalitetama (za različite brzine prijenosa). Snimke Dječje karnevalske povorke također se mogu pronaći na web stranicama Karnevala.Kao i svake godine, očekujemo dobru posjećenost prijenosa, i to iz različitih zemalja svijeta, s obzirom na zabilježene trendove prijenosa prethodnih godina.Djelatnicima Turističke zajednice Grada Rijeke omogućili smo da ove godine samostalno održavaju sav sadržaj na webu pomoću CMS rješenja (Content Management System), stoga se sve ostale dnevno osvježene informacije o Karnevalu mogu pronaći na njegovim web stranicama.Sudjelujte s maskom ili bez nje na najvećem i najluđem Karnevalu!Postovani g. Bach,U attachmentu Vam saljem tekstove na hrvatskom i engleskom, za koje bih Vas zamolila da objavite na www.croatianworld.net . Unaprijed zahvaljujem na pomoci.Srdacan pozdrav,Ivana Siminiati Sales & Marketing AssociateMULTILINK d.o.o.Rijeka, Wenzelova 2/IT/F +385 51 321 111, 321 003www.multilink.hr Editor's note:Multilink je hrvatska kompanija koja je obavila i obavlja pionirski posao u produbljavanju i edukaciji mogucnosti Interneta. Pridruzite nam se u gledanju ovog jedinstvenog karnevala.Multilink is a Croatian company that pioneered new Internet technology and education of it. Join us in watching this unique Carnival.Nenad Bach letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 16 Feb 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6086/1/E-Discover-the-Wines-of-Croatia.html ÂDiscover the Wines of CroatiaHiEnclosed is an invite from the NFCA for the wine tasting event. Besidestasting different wines, they have a nice dinner included. It will be afun-filled night so pass this along to your Cro colleagues and others whomigh tbe interested. Space is limited so first come, first serve.Dinka KalinicÂThe National Federation of Croatian AmericansCordially invites you to aWine Tasting of Fine Croatian WinesExperience the magic of Croatia through its winesandmeet fellow Croatian American Professionalsc c c c cMaster of CeremoniesSteve Rukavina of Washington D.C., Past Pres. NFCAand Croatian Wine Expert/AdvisorTHURSDAY: FEBRUARY19, 20047:00PM - 9:30 PMLOCATION: The Wonderful ARNO Restaurant141 West 38th Street(Between 7th & Broadway)212.944.7420- Street and garage parking available -Dinner and wine will be served.Sponsored by the National Federation of Croatian Americans$80.00 per person (Checks payable to the NFCA)If you plan to attend, please RSVP by Monday, February 16th to:Erik Milman 202.331.2830 NFCAhdq@aol.comJohn Kraljic jkraljic@gwtlaw.com Michael Young 201.816.1560 michaely@svnp.com- space is limited - letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 04 Feb 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6085/1/E-Jeffry-Kuhner---Lecture-in-Washington.html ÂCroatia at the CrossroadsÂCROATIAN HOUSE and AMAC-North Capitol invite you to attend presentation "Croatia at the Crossroads: Foreign policy challenges facing the country following recent national elections," by Jeffrey T. Kuhner.Jeffrey T. Kuhner is a historian and the New Europe columnist for The Washington Times. He is currently writing a book, "Fatal Embrace: the Croat-Serb conflict in the 20th century." It is expected to be completed by the end of 2004. Several recent articles written by Mr. Kuhner for The Washington Times can be found at Croatian House web site at www.croatianhouse.org The event will be held at 7:30 P.M. on February 12, 2004 at McLean Community Center, McLean, VA.Address:1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA 22101Telephone: 703-790-0123Web Site: www.mcleancenter.orgÂE-Mail: mcleancenter@hotmail.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 04 Feb 2004 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6087/1/E-Croatian-Christmas-Party-SAN-PEDRO-California.html ÂAnnual Croatian "Bozic" Party at Hrvatski DomChristmas Night - December 25th, 20039:30 pmEntry Fees:---FREE Entry for MEMEBERS who joined at the last party and current members. We will have a list at the front so we can check off your name. We will also have your 2004 membership card available for you..---$10 General Cover Charge---$15 Cover will get you in and includes Automatic Membership to Croatian Hall !!-----Being a member of the Croatian Hall will:1) Help support & maintain our Hall - the center of our culture. 2) Discounts on some future events....3) Ability to vote on Croatian Hall matters and become a board member.3) Receive the periodic newsletter, which includes events at the Croatian Hall, Saint Anthony's, Croatian Cultural Center, and other Croatian functions.REMEMBER, WE ARE THE NEXT GENERATION TO TAKE OVER THE CROATIAN HALL AND ALL IT TAKES IS 5 DOLLARS MORE TO PAY AT THE DOOR.From the donations the Croatian Hall received last time, as well as the membership fees from all our new members, we have earned enough money to buy a new amp and speakers. We will have a new and improved system for all our future functions in 2004 !!For all updates on Croatian events and festivities, keep checking the frequently updated website: www.geocities.com/socalcroats SoCal Croats - Southern California CroatsPlease forward this email to all your Croatian friends and email us if you would like people to be added to this list !! Sretan Bozic, i vidimo se na festi, Mihaela & Danny > letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 18 Dec 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6088/1/E-Courtney-Angela-Brkic-on-WNYC-July-16-2003.html Courtney Angela Brkic on WNYC  Courtney Angela Brkic mentioned on Croatian World Net that she would bea guest on the Leonard Lopate Show from 1:40 to 2:00 pm on WednesdayJuly 16, 2003. The Leonrad Lopate Show is heard on the local NationalPublic Radio affiliate, WNYC, at 820 on the AM dial. Those who cannot listen to the show can tune in via the internet - go towww.wnyc.org. You can also listen to the show on the archives of theLeonard Lopate Show (obviously after the show is broadcast athttp://www.wnyc.org/shows/lopate/archive.html. I beleive shows can belistened to for up to 1 week after the broadcast date.John Kraljic letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 14 Jul 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6089/1/E-Croatia-on-Carabram-July-11-13-2003.html ÂCroatiaon CarabramCarabram returns for the 21st yearTravel around the world right here in Brampton at multicultural festivalThe 21st annual Carabram festival returns to Brampton July 11 to 13.ÂThis year's event features the sights, sounds and tastes of the Caribbean, Italy, Croatia, Philippines, Germany, Poland, Hawaii, Portugal, India, Ukraine and Ireland.ÂPavilions and events will run from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday, 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday.ÂPassports can be purchased in advance at Sobeys, Royal Bank and Canadian Tire outlets in Brampton for $8, until July 10. They will also be available for $10 at any of the pavilions during the festival. Passports are good for all three days, and include full access to all events and shows. Children under the age of 12 are free, when accompanied by an adult.ÂBrampton Transit will once again be providing free transportation between pavilions.ÂPavilions include:· Caribbean (Cardinal Leger Secondary School, 75 Mary St.). Hosted by The United Achievers Club and Sisserou Cultural Club, the theme of this pavilion is A Taste of Paradise, featuring a blend of calypso, steel band, soca, reggae and zouck music, and serving roti, curry goat, jerk chicken and beef patties, as well as tropical beverages. Show times are Friday at 7, 9 and 11:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:30, 5, 7, 9:30 p.m. and midnight and Sunday at 1:30, 3:30 and 5:30 p.m.· Croatia (Pauline Vanier Catholic Elementary School, 56 Oaklea Blvd.). Hosted by the Croatian Parish folklore group Marjan, this pavilion features authentic Croatian tamburitza music, folklore dances and songs. There will also be a variety of Croatian specialties including barbecue, cevapcici, shish kebab (raznjici), cabbage rolls (sarma), roast lamb (janjetina), Croatian beer, wine, brandy, coffee, strudels, cakes and pastries. There will also be displays about the country's 1,300-year-old culture and history, featuring artwork, crafts,colorful costumes and books. Show times are Friday at 7, 9 and 10 p.m. and midnight, Saturday at 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 p.m. and midnight and Sunday at 2, 4 and 6 p.m.· Germany (Hansa House, Hwy. 10, south of Derry Road). Hosted by the German Canadian Club Hansa, the theme of this pavilion is Our Homeland, featuring entertainment by The Harmonie Brass. There will also be traditional German food, drinks and folk dancing. Showtimes are Friday at 7, 8, 9 and 10 p.m., Saturday at 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 p.m. and Sunday at 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. · Hawaii Polynesia (Victoria Park Arena, 20 Victoria Cres.). Hosted by the Hawaiian Association of Peel-Halton, this pavilion features hula dancers performing ancient and traditional dances from Hawaii, Tahiti and New Zealand. Sample exotic foods and the world-famous Hawaiian drink the Mai Tai. The pavilion also offers a marketplace for souvenirs, including CDs, tapes, Hawaiian shirts, dresses and jewelry. Show times are Friday at 7, 8:30, 10 and 11:30 p.m., Saturday at 3, 4:45, 6:30, 8:15, 10 and 11:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2, 3:30, 5 and 6:30 p.m. Entertainment is provided by The Hawaiian Pacific Magic Dance Company.· India (Brampton Centennial Secondary School, 251 McMurchy Ave. S.). Hosted by The Indian Heritage Society, this pavilion features art exhibits, cultural shows, classical dances, colourful costumes and folk dances from various provinces. Sample the award-winning traditional food and drinks which have made them festival champions for more than seven years. Shows run every hour on the hour from 8 to 11 p.m. on Friday, 3 to 11 p.m. on Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday.· Ireland (Bramalea Lions Hall, 45 Avondale Blvd.) Hosted by the Rover Club, this pavilion features traditional food including an all-day Irish breakfast, ham and cabbage, potatoes, Irish stew and Irish soda bread, with Guinness and Harp on draught. All weekend long, enjoy Madd Paddy's traditional Irish ballads and Celtic rock, as well as performances by Hugo Straney, Gary Owen Ceile Band, Woodgate and McGinley schools of Irish dancing.· Italian (Italian Cultural Centre, 8 Automatic Rd.). Hosted by The Italian Cultural Centre of Brampton, this year's theme is the history of the Etruscan Valley and its people. Enjoy traditional Italian food, pastries and ice cream.· Philippines (Century Gardens, 340 Vodden St. E.). Hosted by the Fiesta Filipina Dance Troupe and the Club Filipino-Brampton, this pavilion was voted best entertainment in 1999, 2001 and 2002. Join them for folk dancing, traditional music, singing, arts and crafts and Filipino food, drinks and desserts. Showtimes are Friday, 7:30, 9 and 10 p.m., with a variety show at 11:30 p.m. On Saturday, shows run 3, 4, 7:30, 9 and 10 p.m., with a fashion show at 6 and a variety show at 11:30 p.m. On Sunday, showtimes are 2, 4:30 and 6 p.m., with a mass at 11 a.m. and a fashion show at 3:30 p.m.· Portugal (Brampton Curling Club, 46 McMurchy Ave. S.). Hosted by the Portuguese Heritage Committee, visitors can admire the dances, costumes and artifacts and sample wines and traditional dishes. There will also be a demonstration by a youth soccer team, and a chance to meet a Portuguese professional soccer player from Benfica.· Ukraine (Chris Gibson Recreation Centre,125 McLaughlin Rd. N.). Hosted by St. Elias Brampton Ukrainian Heritage Society, this pavilion was voted best overall in 2001 and 2002. Experience the rituals of a Ukranian wedding and a traditional village, as well as the cuisine, crafts, music and dance, provided by Brampton's own Ukrainian dance troupes Vatra, Iskra and Vohynk. Show times are Friday, 6:30, 8:30 and 10:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:30, 4:30, 6:30, 8:30 and 10:30 p.m.. and Sunday at 1:30, 3:30 and 5 p.m.ÂCarabram annually attracts upwards of 60,000 visitors from around the world, and is coordinated by more than 3,000 volunteers. For information, visit www.carabram.org.http://www.thebramptonguardian.com/br/news/story/1180475p-1407190c.html letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 05 Jul 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6090/1/E-Preserving-Croatian-Heritage.html Preserving Croatian Heritage  We are a group of people supporting the preservation of Croatian culture and tradition in our communities, in our homes and in our church. The Croatian community here in Central PA. came into being in the 1890's. Most of the Croatian people that migrated to this area ended up in Steelton, and the community grew. In the early days, a Croatian priest came to the area to minister to the Croatian Catholic community and in 1898, he was given permission to establish the second Croatian Catholic church in America. On October 28, 1898, the church was dedicated in a solemn ceremony to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The church and the parish came to be known as St. Mary's . The Bishop of Harrisburg contacted the Franciscan Friars for Croatian speaking priests to serve the faithful. They served the parish until the suppression in 1995. In 1954, Fra. Vilim Primorac, a Croatian Franciscan assigned to our parish, realized that the traditions brought here by the Croatian immigrants were still very much alive. He wanted to add more of the Croatian culture to these traditions and started the musical song and dance group known as 'KOLO CLUB MARIAN'. The group is still in existence today. Rudy Pavlick P.O. Box 7585 Steelton, PA 17113 Phone: 717-939-9411 Fax: 717-939-1050 hrvata@worldnet.att.net The Traditional St. Mary's Picnic will be held at Cibort Park in Bressler,PA on Sunday, August 3, 2003. This picnic has been continued by the St.Mary's Preservation Society since the suppression of our Croatian parish andthe diocesan takeover of our Croatian church, the second Croatian chruch inAmerica.Anyone travelling thru the area is welcome. There will be roast lamb androast pork on the spit, right at the park. Continuous music by tambura andpolka bands and plenty of refreshment. There is plenty of off-streetparking and no admission charge. Directions to the park can be e-mailed bycontacting hrvata@worldnet.att.net.Our website address is; http://community.pennlive.com/cc/stmarys .Sincerely,Rudy PavlickÂhrvata@worldnet.att.net letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 21 Jun 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6092/1/E-NFCAs-Successful-10th-Annual-Convention.html ÂNFCA CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL 10th ANNUAL CONVENTIONNFCANATIONAL FEDERATION OF CROATIAN AMERICANSNFCA CULTURAL FOUNDATIONFor Immediate Release: June 4, 2003 Contact: Erik Milman, 202-331-2830NFCA CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL 10th ANNUAL CONVENTION(Washington, D.C.). The National Federation of Croatian Americans (NFCA)ÂTenth Annual Assembly of Delegates came to a close on Saturday, May 31, after aÂhighly successful two day convention. Thirty-five Croatian American activistsÂfrom 15 different Croatian American groups gathered in the nation's capitol toÂwelcome honored guests from Croatia and to discuss upcoming NFCA businessÂdevelopment activities, public relations, and political issues that will constituteÂthe group's agenda for the next year. The Assembly's activities began onÂFriday afternoon May 30, 2003, with a meeting hosted by the U.S. Chamber ofÂCommerce which was attended by selected Delegates and Croatian-AmericanÂbusinessmen, officials of the Croatian Chamber of Trades and Crafts, and an economicÂadvisor to the Croatian government. The meeting marked a culmination of the NFCA'sÂefforts at implementing an innovative new program between the U.S. Chamber ofÂCommerce and its Croatian partners which that will Croatian companies exportÂproducts to the U.S. and bring American investments and technology to Croatia.ÂOn Friday evening, the NFCA co-hosted a reception with local CFU Lodge 1976Âto honor Mr. Bernard Luketich on his 25th anniversary as National President ofÂthe Croatian Fraternal Union.The Assembly officially opened on Saturday morning with an address by NFCAÂPresident John Kraljic who detailed the successful accomplishments of the NFCAÂin the past year. He noted the resounding success of the recent fundraisingÂcampaign and the on-going lobbying activities. "I am excited by the energy andÂenthusiasm by the new NFCA officers and the board of directors and theirÂcommitment to the organization. The next 12 months will bring even greaterÂprominence to the NFCA through our expanded role in the business partnership betweenÂCroatia and the United States," said Mr. Kraljic. Steve Rukavina, Chairmen ofÂthe NFCA Business Development Committee, provided further details concerning theÂNFCA's work with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Rukavina and explained theÂevolution and the significance of this U.S.-Croatia partnering initiative andÂhow it would assist many Croatian companies over the next few years. HeÂfurther noted the hope that the details of the program will be completed byÂSeptember and that as part of that program the NFCA will reactivate its BusinessÂAdvisory Council in order to bring Croatian-American businesses into thisÂpartnering initiative.Joe Foley, the NFCA lobbyist, discussed the legislative activities of theÂNFCA on Capitol Hill and at the State Department, including the appropriations ofÂadditional funds for Croatia and the upcoming legislative and politicalÂpriorities for the organization. He also mentioned the role of the NFCA in the TellÂThe Truth Committee's successful efforts to ensure defeat of Helen DelichÂBentley's campaign for Congress in Maryland. Danica Ramljak, representing theÂWashington, D.C. based Croatia House group, gave a presentation about theÂproject and how it would benefit the nationwide Croatian American community.ÂThe Assembly Delegates and guests heard from four speakers who discussedÂbusiness, economic, and political issues. Mark Van Fleet, the Managing DirectorÂof International Programs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, described how theÂpartnerships between Croatian and American companies would be forged andÂsupported. He explained in detail how the project would work both in Croatia andÂthroughout the US. He encouraged the Croatian community to be ready to offer theirÂservices, especially those in the legal, banking, and accounting fields whoÂcan serve as valuable resources. Dr. Denis Alajbeg, Economic Advisor in PrimeÂMinister Racan's office, described the progress and the challenges facing theÂCroatian economy. Dr. Alajbeg took questions from the audience regardingÂprivatization and productivity issues and why there is such a need for the globalÂpartnerships to assist Croatia's economic growth. Stjepan Safran, the PresidentÂof the Croatian Chamber of Trades and Crafts, spoke eloquently about hisÂChamber and its rich history. He also discussed the role that his organizationÂwould play in the business partnering project assisting Croatian companies withinÂthe proposed U.S. Chamber of Commerce initiative. Mr. Safran thanked and askedÂthe Croatian American community for even more collaboration.ÂJonathan Benton, the Deputy Director of South Central Europe at the U.S.ÂState Department, and Croatian Ambassador Ivan Grdesic spoke on theÂmulti-dimensional perspectives of the relationship between the United States and Croatia.ÂMr. Benton discussed the prospects of Croatia joining NATO and other bilateralÂissues that affect American relations with Croatia. The American diplomatÂanswered questions from the audience regarding the Adriatic Charter, theÂInternational War Crimes Tribunal ,and the plight of the Bosnian Croat community.ÂAmbassador Grdesic first thanked the NFCA for its leadership concerning theÂU.S. Chamber of Commerce project. The Croatian diplomat addressed the delegatesÂwith his perspective about the complexities surrounding the status of theÂU.S. and Croatian governmental relationship. In his remarks, he addressed theÂfactors facing Croatia with respect to the war in Iraq. Also, Ambassador GrdesicÂdissected a new difference with American foreign policy which concerns theÂAmerican request for exemption from war crimes prosecution and why this would beÂso disastrous for Croatia.The NFCA Delegates concluded the meeting by electing new officers and membersÂof itsBoard of Directors. The new officers are: John Kraljic, President (NY),ÂJoseph Brigich, Executive Vice President (PA), Zvonko Labas, Treasurer (MD),ÂAnne Pavlich, Secretary (MD), Ed Andrus, Eastern Region Vice President (PA),ÂTony Dizdar, Central Region Vice President (OH), Jim Kresnik, Western RegionÂVice President (NE), Frank Jerbich, Finance Vice President (IL), Andrew Jezic,ÂAssistant Treasurer (MD), and Steve Rukavina, Past President (MD). The otherÂBoard members are Miro Koletic (CA), Dr. Joseph Cindrich (CA), Otto Sutej (NE),ÂJoe Cupich (NE), Joseph Rukavina (MN), John Balaich (MN), Jerome Brentar (OH),ÂLouise Birt (MO), Dr. Judy Vogelsang (MO), Anka Lepetic (LA), Michael BenzÂ(OH), Bill Vergot (PA), and Thomas Steich (MD).If you have any questions about the recent NFCA Assembly of Delegates, pleaseÂcall the national NFCA office at 202-331-2830 or email us at:nfcahdq@aol.com . letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 16 Jun 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6091/1/EH-Croatian-Independence-Day-Celebration-in-New-York.html ÂCroatian Independence Day CelebrationCroatian Council Of New York13. lipnja 2003Croatian Council of New York,Croatian Catholic Parish in New YorkCroatian Catholic Mission in AstoriaAnd Croatian Consulate in New YorkorganizeCroatian Independence Day CelebrationWhere:Croatian Center at 502 W41st St., New York, New YorkWhen:On Saturday, June 21, 2003 at 7.30 p.m.Keynote speaker will be dr Zdravko Tomac, Head of Croatian Parliament Foreign Relations and Diaspora Committee.Along with recitals and music entertainment there will be Croatian Folk Group performances.Admission per person: $15.00Tickets can be ordered/reserved through : j_kristic@yahoo.comÂ,Or phone: (718)263-2540, or via fax.: (718)263-2455.Sredisnjica hrvatskih drustava - New York13. lipnja 2003Proslava Dana Drzavnosti Republike HrvatskeSvecanu proslavu Dana Drzavnosti Republike Hrvatske u New Yorku organizira Sredisnjica hrvatskih drustava u suradnji s Hrvatskom katolickom zupom, Hrvatskom katolickom misijom u Astoriji i Hrvatskim konzulatom u New Yorku, u subotu , 21. lipnja s pocetkom u 7.30 navecer u Hrvatskom centru (dvorani ispod crkve) na 502 W41st St., New York.Glavni govornik svecanosti ce biti predsjednik Odbora za vanjske poslove i iseljenistvo pri Hrvatskom Saboru, dr. Zdarvko Tomac.U vec tradicionalnom programu, uz recitacije i glazbu, nastupiti ce i nase folklorne grupe.Ulaz $15.00. Karte na ulazu. Reservacije ili pitanja se mogu dostaviti na j_kristic@yahoo.comÂ, ili na (718)263-2540, ili faksom na (718)263-2455.Dakle, u Hrvatskom centru, u subotu, 21. lipnja. Hvala.Uprava Sredisnjice hrvatskih drustava. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 16 Jun 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6093/1/E-TONY-BUTALA-HOSTS-NFCA-WINE-TASTING.html ÂTONY BUTALA HOSTS NFCA WINE TASTINGTony Butala, a Napa Valley Vintner and Founder of the "LETTERMEN" will be theÂMaster of Ceremonies at the National Federation of Croatian AmericansÂCroatian wine tasting event on Monday, June 16. Our best friend on Capitol Hill,ÂCongressman George Radanovich will be the Honored Special Guest. This event willÂshowcase Croatia through its world class wines. This event will prominently andÂpositively promote Croatia and Croatian issues to key members of Congress andÂtheir Congressional staffs. We will be inviting the fifty most influentialÂCongressional staff in the foreign policy and appropriations area. TheseÂCongressional invitees will be critical in helping influence policy decisions thatÂare critical to Croatia such as NATO membership and increased financial aid.ÂWe ask for your support to make this Croatian Wine Tasting a real success andÂdoing so by bringing key Congressional staff to the event. We need CroatianÂAmerican sponsors to fund all the congressional guests that will attend thisÂevent with a complimentary ticket. Of course, please invite the keyÂlegislative aide from your congressional district and ask them to attend this fun andÂspecial event. The cost is only $35 a person. However, please considerÂsponsoring one "guest" attendee for this event. Please send us an E-mail today and letÂus know that you will support this special event to help us, grow ourÂfriendships on Capitol Hill. The benefits of building closer relationships withÂMembers of Congress and their congressional aides is crucial for so many importantÂcauses for our national Croatian American community.Please make all checks payable to the NFCA. Time is of the essence, so pleaseÂcontact via e-mail or phone Erik Milman at the NFCA office @202-331-2830. IfÂyou would be willing to sponsor a Congressional staffer. Please send us anÂe-mail today and send a check to: NFCA, 1329 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington DCÂ20036. Of course, please call Erik if you can attend this event inÂWashington, DC on Monday, June 16. Thanks for your considerationNFCAhdq@aol.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 12 Jun 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6095/1/E-HNK-Zrinski---First-Annual-Booze-Cruise.html  HNK Zrinski - First Annual Booze Cruise ÂHNK Zrinski will be hosting its first annual Booze Cruise this summer on the beautiful Adriatic Sea - I mean Lake Michigan. Sick of the same old Cro parties?? Then come out and do something different later this summer and join HNK Zrinski for an evening on Lake Michigan on Saturday July 12th from 8pm - Midnight...where you will enjoy an all you can eat and all you can drink 4 hour tour on Lake Michigan with the Navy Pier fireworks show to follow. There will be a limited amount of people allowed on the boat and NOBODY under the age of 21 will be able to board onto the booze cruise. Music will be provided by DJ Split and there will be more details to come in the upcoming weeks. E-mail phil.lisnich@earthlink.net with any questions but I will not be reserving tickets via email just yet. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 24 May 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6094/1/E-Morska-Festa.html  "Morska Festa" ÂAnnual Croatian Booze Cruise Saturday May 31, 2003 8:00p.m. - 12:30a.m. $30.00 San Pedro Cabrillo Marina 22nd Street Landing Caroline D.J. For tickets contact: Nick Barbic: Douboj@aol.com Kristina Jelenic: SpCura1@aol.comParty it up this weekend in San Pedro with your fellow Hrvati. Saturday, May 31: The Annual Booze Cruise. Join young Hrvati from all over California as we party along the Pacific. Sunday, June 1st: Sunday is our Annual Croatian Independance Day Block Party. Join us as we close down the streets for a day filled with eating, drinking,singing and dancing. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 24 May 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6096/1/E-Total-Lunar-Eclipse-Tonight.html ÂTotal Lunar Eclipses TonightSky-Watchers Await Total Lunar Eclipse on Thursday John Roachfor National Geographic News May 12, 2003ÂOn the night of May 15 the full moon will slip into Earth's shadow and darken to an orange-reddish glow during the first of four total lunar eclipses to occur over the course of the next 17months. The celestial show promises to capture the attention of both amateur and professional astronomers and remind them of Earth's place within the cosmos. "The lunar eclipse can be appreciated and celebrated as an event which vividly illustrates our connection and place among the planets in the solar system," said Fred Espenak, NASA's eclipse expert at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. The eclipse will be visible to sky-watchers throughout the Americas, Europe, and Africa. It officially begins Thursday night at 9:05 p.m. ET when the moon enters the outer portion of the Earth's shadow, known as the penumbra. Casual observers will notice a marked change about an hour later at 10:03 p.m. when the eastern edge of the moon enters the inner, darker part of Earth's shadow, called the umbra. Totality, as the phase when the entire moon is inside the umbra is known, begins at 11:14 p.m. ET and will last for 53 minutes, until 12:07 p.m. ET. The moon will fully exit the Earth's umbra at 1:17 a.m. and make last contact with the penumbra at 2:15 a.m. The most recent total lunar eclipse occurred on January 9, 2001. The next chance to catch a total lunar eclipse will be November 9, followed by total lunar eclipses on May 4 and October 28 in 2004. After this run, the moon will not completely slip into Earth's umbra until March 3, 2007.ÂPhotographs of a lunar eclipse, as viewed from Merritt Island, Florida, show the full moon as it travels into the Earth's shadow. Once it has reached "totality," the moon takes on a dark orange-reddish color.Photographs courtesy NASA Kennedy Space CenterMoon Color During a total solar eclipse, the new moon passes in front of the sun and momentarily casts day into the darkness of night. But during a total lunar eclipse, the moon remains at least partially lit during the event. Even though Earth blocks the moon from direct sunlight during an eclipse, some sunlight is refracted, or bent, by the Earth's atmosphere and illuminates the moon. The atmosphere scatters most of short wavelengths of light-blue, green, and yellow-out of the refracted light so that primarily the orange and red rays reach the moon, said Espenak. "The more dust the atmosphere has, the more scattering takes place and the redder, and darker, the moon appears," he said. Since there have not been any major volcanic eruptions or extensive forest fires recently, astronomers believe the atmosphere is relatively clear of the type of particles that could cause a deep-red eclipse. Byron Soulsby, an eclipse expert at the Theodore Lunar Observatory in Canberra, Australia, anticipates a bright orange or red during this event. "Because the moon is near the edge of the inner shadow of the Earth, the umbra, the moon will probably be reasonably bright on its Northern edge-the upper edge in the northern hemisphere where the eclipse will be best seen-and grading to deeper red towards its center and lower edge," said Soulsby. Science Experiments Espenak said that lunar eclipses are a great spectacle to get children interested in science and astronomy but that the events themselves are only of minor scientific value. A few people, however, do use lunar eclipse observations in their ongoing research. For example, Richard Keen, an atmospheric scientist at the University of Colorado at Boulder, uses reports of lunar eclipse brightness as part of an ongoing research project to calculate a history of the optical thickness of volcanic dust layers. Sulfur dioxide and other gases from volcanic eruptions spew up into the stratosphere, which lies 10 to 30 miles (16 to 48 kilometers) above the ground, and blocks a portion of the sunlight that is normally refracted to the moon. Knowing the thickness of this volcanic dust layer helps climatologists understand the effect volcanoes have on climate and helps vulcanologists estimate the total amount of material ejected by an eruption. To measure the brightness of the lunar eclipse, Keen suggests viewing the moon through reversed (turned the wrong way) binoculars with one eye and comparing the image to stars of known magnitude seen with the naked eye. "The moon, even during a total lunar eclipse, generally appears much bigger and brighter than the stars, and its size and brightness need to be reduced before direct comparisons can be made," Keen writes in an article submitted to several astronomy publications about his research. The estimated magnitude of the reduced moon can then be adjusted by a factor depending on the magnification of the binoculars, which yields the actual magnitude of the moon. Another way to estimate the brightness of a lunar eclipse is to use the so-called Danjon scale, which was created by the late French astronomer André-Louis Danjon. The four-point scale for evaluating the moon's luminosity during totality ranges from 0, a very dark eclipse that renders the moon nearly invisible, to 4, a very bright copper-red or orange. Eclipse Viewing "Although total eclipses are only of minor scientific value, they are remarkably beautiful events which can be seen without expensive equipment," said Espenak. Unlike solar eclipses, a lunar eclipse is safe to look at with the naked eye. No special filters or glasses are required to block out harmful rays from the sun. Astronomers suggest looking at the moon through binoculars and telescopes to enhance the moon colors. The only thing that is critical for viewing a lunar eclipse is a view unobstructed by tall buildings, trees, or mountains. At the time the event begins in the U.S. and Canada, the moon will be low in the southeastern sky. The moon will rise higher as the eclipse unfolds and will settle in the south-southwestern sky as it ends in North America. Observers in Europe, the Middle East, and most of Africa will be able to watch the early stages of the eclipse, but the moon will set before the eclipse ends. The eclipse will not be visible in Alaska or extreme northwestern Canada. Observers in Hawaii will only be able to catch the final stages. Michael Reynolds, president of the Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland, California, notes: "What's kind of cool about a lunar eclipse is you don't have to travel. You can step out in the backyard and see it." Lunar brightness observations can be sent to Richard Keen:Richard.Keen@Colorado.EDUÂÂhttp://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2003/05/0512_030512_lunareclipse.html letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 15 May 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6097/1/E-CAMEO-This-Wednesday-730-PM.html ÂC.A.M.E.O.Croatian Arts Media & Entertainment OrganizationThe Wednesday Nite Tradition LIVES!Come and Join Us As We Continue This Great TraditionEvery 2nd Wednesday of the MonthDrink, Network & Exchange Thoughts and IdeasWith Other Croats, Croatian-Americans & Friends inÂThe Art and Entertainment Industry!Wednesday, May 14th7:30 PMThe Cat and The Fiddle'MAIN ROOM'6530 W. Sunset Blvd.Between Cahuenga and HighlandIf you know someone that would like to be a part of our email listÂPlease forward the information toCAMEO1997@aol.com. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 12 May 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6099/1/E-NFCA-Tenth-Annual-Assembly-of-Delegates.html ÂNFCA HOSTS CROATIAN AMERICAN BUSINESS LEADERS ANDCOMMUNITY ACTIVISTS AT ITS 10TH ANNUAL CONVENTIONFor Immediate Release Contact: ErikMilman, 202-331-2830ÂWashington, DC (May 9, 2003). The National Federation of Croatian Americans(NFCA) will hold its Tenth Annual Assembly of Delegates in Washington, DC on May30-June 1. The convention will be held at the Marriott Hotel at the Metro Center,Washington, DC. Approximately forty delegates from throughout the country, somejourneying from as far away as California and Nebraska, are expected to attend theAssembly.The theme of this years Assembly will be "Croatia and the United States: The Basis forPartnership." Among other things that will be focused on is the NFCA's continuedpromotion of Croatia's economic development. In that connection, members of theÂNFCA's Commercial Advisory Committee and selected NFCA delegates and inviteeswill participate in a private meeting with members of the United States Chamber ofCommerce on Friday afternoon, May 30.ÂDuring the public portion of the Assembly beginning Saturday, May 31, at 1:00 p.m., Mr.Stjepan Safran, President of Hrvatska Obrtnicka Komora (the Croatian Small BusinessChamber of Commerce) based in Zagreb, Croatia, will be the featured speaker. Delegateswill further hear about the NFCA's continuing work on its plans to help implement theUS-Croatia Business Partnering Initiative with the US Chamber of Commerce.ÂCroatia's Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Ivan Grdesic, a featured speaker willaddress the Assembly and the public on Saturday afternoon. There will be additional speakers that will address Croatia's role in Euro-Atlantic alliances.The Assembly will open on an informal note on Friday night, May 30 with a reception ina downtown Washington, DC location which will feature Croatian wine. The NFCA willrecognize a number of individuals who were instrumental in establishing the organization. A more formal reception will be held for delegates and guests on Saturday night, May 31 at the Croatian Embassy on Embassy Row which will feature the superb cuisine of ChefIvo.ÂYou can still be part of all these events as a delegate. The NFCA Executive Committeecan appoint a number of at-large delegates who must be dues paying members of theNFCA. The NFCA encourages everyone who wants to be a delegate to submit a letter ofinterest to our national office as soon as possible. For more convention information,please call Erik Milman at the NFCA office at 202-331-2830.Erik Milman710 Roeder RoadSilver Spring, MD 20910(301)651-8879 (Cell)erik_milman@hotmail.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 11 May 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6098/1/E-50-YEARS---THE-CROATIAN-ACADEMY-OF-AMERICA-1953-2003.html ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂFiftiethAnniversary CelebrationÂÂÂÂSaturday,May 17, 2003 in New York CityTHECROATIANACADEMY OF AMERICARequests thepleasure of your company at theGala Dinner andRecitalTO CELEBRATE THE50TH ANNIVERSARYOF THE ACADEMY19 5 3 - 2 0 0 3ÂSaturday,ÂMay 17, 2003Cocktailsat 6:00 pmDinnerat 7:00 pmTHE NEW YORKHILTON HOTEL1335 Avenue of theAmericasNew York, New YorkTrianonRendezvous BallroomÂKEYNOTE ADDRESS:Dr. JasnaHelena Mencer, Rector, University of ZagrebÂRECITAL:Krunoslav Cigoj,tenorBlack tieoptional.Please reply by May 14, 2003E mail: croatacad@aol.comÂFax: 516-935-0019 Telephone: 212-957-5808Tickets at $ 125 per person.ÂStudents at $ 75 per person.www.croatianacademy.orgÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂTax deductible to the extent allowed by law. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 11 May 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6100/1/E-Sacramento-21st-Annual-Croatian-Extravaganza.html  Sacramento: 21st Annual Croatian ExtravaganzaÂ21st AnnualCROATIAN EXTRAVAGANZAA European Festival in the Old World Tradition SACRAMENTOJune 14 & 15, 20033730 Auburn Blvd.Gates open at noonAdmission $6.00The Croatian Extravaganza, one of California's most popular cultural and social events, is right around the corner and like those preceding it, promises good food, good entertainment and fun for all who attend. Join us the weekend of June 14th & 15th at the Croatian-American Cultural Center, located at 3730 Auburn Boulevard (one block east of Watt & Auburn & I-80) to celebrate the lively, festive traditions of the Croatian people. The Extravaganza, launched in 1982, is a tribute to Croatians everywhere who have made their mark in the arts, civic, political and professional arenas. The Croatian American Cultural Center extends a warm welcome to all and promises a very enjoyable celebration that is made special each year by the mingling of many cultures during the course of the weekend. Bring the whole family for a delicious barbeque dinner and a variety of other delicious Croatian Cuisine and pastries in our large park-like setting. Our bar features fine wine and imported and domestic beers, as well as a variety of specialty drinks. Children's games, including a three-story slide, will be available and children can purchase all-day passes for the activities.Admission is $6.00 and children under 12 are free. Gates open at noon June 14th and 15th. For more information, call 971-0663 or 489-0339, or e-mail us at: info@cacc.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 08 Apr 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6102/1/E-50th-Birthday---Croatian-Academy-of-America.html ÂThe CroatianAcademy of AmericaÂ50thANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONSaturday,ÂMay 17, 2003TheCroatian Academy of America will celebrate its 50th anniversary inNew York City, Saturday, May 17,2003. Theevent will take place in The New York Hilton Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas(between 53rd and 54th Streets).ÂThis is the same hotel in which numerous Academy assemblies and meetingshave been held over past decades, including the memorable 40thanniversary celebration in 1993 and several important encounters.ÂTheKeynote speaker and guest of honor will be Dr. Jasna Helena Mencer, Rector ofthe University of Zagreb who will address the audience in English.ÂThe program also includes a recital by Krunoslav Cigoj. ÂThegala dinner will start at 7 pm. Reservationsshould be made before May 10. Â 1953 - 2003 www.croatianacademy.orgÂOp-edCROWN will support The Croatian Academy of America and it'sfiftieth anniversary. Continuity wins. Congratulations. Please come and supportthis organization as well as our continuous presence in the American society.Saturday May 17th. Be there !Nenad Bach letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 07 Apr 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6101/1/E-Boduli-B2B-Party---Cro-Center-in-Chicago.html  Boduli B2B PartyÂBoduli will be holding a B2B - Back 2 Brodfest Party @ the Croatian Center in Chicago on Friday May 9th, 2003. Boduli will be performing (for the 2nd time) at Slavonski Brodfest, Slavonski Brod Croatia May 17th, 2003 with their new hit song "Jos Te Volim" written by Petar Naumovski and world renowned song writer, and this years PORIN - Song of the year recipient - Vjekoslav Dimter. The Croatian Center in Chicago invites everyone to Boduli B2B - tickets are $10 at the door. More info for Brodfest XI and a list of other performers can be found at http://scena.hgu.hr/brodfest/TOP_NEWS.htm.For future Boduli gigs go to http://www.boduli.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 07 Apr 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6103/1/E-WOMENS-DAY-USA.html ÂWOMEN'S DAY USA invites you toThe 10th Annual International Women's Day CelebrationTheme: "Where We Have Been and What We Can Become..."Time: 6:30 p.m. EventDate: March 8, 2003Place: "The Yard" 1414 Lincoln (Santa Monica Blvd) enter behind Warszawa Restaurant.Cost: By DonationRSVP: 310-276-1607More info regarding IWD: www.womensday.orgÂPublicity: PRoctor & Associates - International Public Relations 310-271-5847"Where We Have Been and What We Can Become..." is the theme for the 10th Annual uplifting event on March 8th. As in past years, we will pay tribute to a select group of women who have made a positive and lasting contribution to our society by virtue of their achievements in various fields, including the arts and politics. This year we will once again feature moving presentations of poetry, literature and film.Program Guests:Bonnie Abaunza, Director, Amnesty InternationalÂDonzaleigh Abernathy, Actress, "Gods and Generals", author, speaker and daughter of Reverend Dr. Ralph AbernathyNenad Bach, Croatian composer, performance video with Martin Sheen, Michael York, Ellen Burstyn, Indigo GirlsSarah Clarke, Actress, "24"Dar Dixon, ActorMira Furlan, Actress, "When Father Was Away On Business", "Babylon 5"Agapi Stassinopolous, Actress, authorBeata Pozniak, Actress, "JFK", "Young Indiana Jones"Program will include a special message from Governor's Davis letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 08 Mar 2003 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6106/1/E-Croatian-Heritage-Museum---Croatians-Celebrate-Christmas.html Croatian Heritage Museum - Croatians Celebrate ChristmasÂYou are invited!The Croatian Heritage Museum is pleased to announce a reception for theopening of our annual exhibit, Croatians celebrate Christmas.Reception DateDATE - Sunday, December 1, 2002TIME - 2:00 PM to 5:00 PMLOCATION - 34900 Lakeshore Blvd, Eastlake, OhioThe exhibit will include a large and beautiful jaslica (manger) containingfigures dressed in traditional Croatian nosnija (folkdress), a full sizemodel a typical peasant home at Christmas time, a tree decorated withold-fashioned Croatian Christmas ornaments and a photo display discussingthe traditions of Croatians during the Christmas season.The reception will feature traditional Croatian music by Mr. Joe Senin.Traditional Croatian refreshments will be served.The Croatian Heritage Museum has the following items available(they can alsobe ordered by):1) Croatian Christmas customs booklet, describes the various customs ofChristmas with illustrations2) Licitar srce, heart shaped preserved cookie dough ornaments decoratedwith various designs and a tiny mirror in the center. A tradition whichstems from courting practices of young Croatians in former times.3) Bon bone, colored foil wrapped candies with fringed edges meant to hangon the tree. This and the licitar were among some of the first ornamentsused by Croatians when they adapted the Christmas tree to their culture inthe 1800s.4) Kitchen towels embroidered with various Croatian designs and verbiage, IEDobar Tek, Sretan Boz"ic, Dobro Dos"li5) Psenica, seed wheat which is planted on Dec 13th, St Lucy's Day in ashallow bowl. When the wheat sprouts a red, white and blue (Croatia'snational colors) ribbon is tied around the wheat and a candle is placed inthe middle. The wheat symbolizes our rebirth in Christ, the candle Jesuslight of the world. In some regions of Croatia 3 candles are placed in thecenter symbolizing the Trinity.6) Note cards with a beautiful print of a painting by Croatian Americanartist Stanka Koridic of a girl in Bratina (between Karlovac and Zagreb)nos"nija (folkdress)7) Christmas cards with greetings in Croatian or English, various sceneswith artwork done by Croatian American graphic artist Zdenka Benic Gorn(ic).8) Handbook, Searching Your Croatian Roots by Robert JerinIf you are interested in the above items please send email inquiry to:rjerin26@yahoo.comThe museum hours are Friday evenings from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and mostSaturday and Sunday afternoons during the Christmas season (please email orcall, 216-991-2310 for times)Robert Jerin letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 21 Dec 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6105/1/E-Croatian-president-visits-Pope.html ÂCroatia's President Stjepan Mesic, left, talks to Pope John PaulÂII during a private audience at the Vatican (news - web sites), Monday, Dec. 16, 2002. The pontiff announced he plans to visit Croatia next year, telling the visiting president he will stop in at least in four cities in a trip expected in the spring. (AP Photo/Filippo Monteforte, Pool)ÂCroatia's president Stefan Mesic, left, presents Pope John Paul II with a typical Croatian Christmas decoration shaped as an heart, during a private audience at the Vatican (news - web sites), Monday, Dec. 16, 2002. The pontiff announced he plans to visit Croatia next year, telling the visiting president he will stop in at least in four cities in a trip expected in the spring. Person at centre unidentified. (AP Photo/Filippo Monteforte) letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 18 Dec 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6104/1/H-Na-hrvatskoj-Prevlaci-zavijorila-je-hrvatska-zastava.html ÂNA PREVLACI HRVATSKAZASTAVAPoluotok Prevlaka od jucer, 15. prosinca pod punim jesuverenitetom Republike HrvatskeNa hrvatskoj Prevlaci zavijorila je hrvatska zastava, apromatraci UN-a odlaze nakon desetogodisnje misije. Tocno u podne, uz zvukehrvatske himne, podignuta je hrvatska zastava na cetiri mjesta na Prevlaci  na glavnoj porti, zgradi zapovjednistva misije, kuli i svjetionika.Sourcehttp://www.dubrovnikportal.com/html/body_n14clanak.shtml?clanak=5763.2 letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 18 Dec 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6107/1/E-CROATIAN-CHRISTMAS-in-Milwaukee.html CROATIAN CHRISTMAS in MilwaukeeÂCROATIAN CHRISTMAS: The Sacred Heart Croatian Parish, 917 N. 49th St., is hosting a special program about Christmas in Croatia. Learn about music, dances and costumes. The 18-member ensemble Vuga from Zagreb will perform under the direction of Ivica Ivankovic. Snacks and refreshments will be available. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 16. Tickets will be sold at the door. Call 774-9418.http://www.jsonline.com/news/metro/nov02/99006.asp letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 29 Nov 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6108/1/E-Important-lecture-in-NY-Revisiting-Topics-in-Croatian-History.html ÂCroatian Cultural Thursdays and Cultural Association NapredakÂCordially invite you to a lecture:ÂRevisiting Topics in Croatian HistoryÂBy Mr. Mario Jareb, Jd. John Kraljic and Dr. Jure KristoÂWednesday, November 20, 2002Â7PMÂAuditorium of the Church of St. Cyril and MethodiusÂ502 West 41st Street (between 10th and 11th Avenue)ÂFree AdmissionÂThe guests will be speaking on topics from Croatian history which are still relevant to the current developments and should be especially interesting for the Croatian diaspora.ÂProgram:Â7:00 Dr. Jure Kristo: "FBI Surveillance of the Croatian-Americans During the Second World War"Â7:10 Mr. Mario Jareb: "Problems Regarding Croatian Borders and the Croatian National Symbols"Â7:20 Dr. John Kraljic: "Communist Movement Among the Croatian-Americans in 1930's"Â7:30 Q & AÂ7:45 ReceptionÂPlease join us in this event and help us greet our visiting lecturers before they depart for the convention of American Association for the Advancement of Slavic Studies (AAASS) in Pittsburgh!ÂFor all information, please e-mail: kdeletis@excite.comÂNote: Mario Jareb and Jure Kristo will also speak at Columbia University on Tuesday, Novemebr 19th at 12:10. The address is: 420 West 118 Street (Amsterdam Ave), Room 1302.ÂBIOGRAPHIES:ÂMARIO JAREB (Institut za suvremenu povijest)ÂInstitute of HistoryÂZagrebÂA native of Croatia, Jareb graduated from the University of Zagreb (1994) majoring in history and archaeology. He received MA in history from Central European University in Budapest, Hungary in 1995. Since then, he works at the Croatian Institute of History as a researcher pursing a Ph. D. in history. He received a Fulbright scholarship (2001-2002) at Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.ÂJOHN P. KRALJICÂCity University of New YorkÂJohn Peter Kraljic is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center andÂis completing his Master's Degree in history at City University of NewÂYork. His master's thesis, "The Croatian Community in North American andÂthe Spanish Civil War," won the George Watt Prize awarded by the AbrahamÂLincoln Brigade Archives. A member of the Croatian Academy of America,ÂMr. Kraljic has written a number of papers on Croatian history whichÂhave appeared in the United States and Croatia. Mr. Kraljic practicesÂlaw and serves as the President of the National Federation of CroatianÂAmericans.ÂJURE KRISTOÂInstitute of History (Institut za suvremenu povijest)ÂZagrebÂJure Kristo was educated in Canada (Ottawa- M.A.) and the USA (University of Notre Dame - Ph.D.). After teaching for ten years in various colleges and universities in the States, he returned to Croatia in 1991 and took the position of project director at the Institute of History in Zagreb, where he works presently. He is the author of several books and many articles in Croatian, American, and other journals. He is a member of scientific institutions such as American Academy of Religion, American Association for the Advancement of Slavic Studies, and Catholic Theological Society of America. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 13 Nov 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6109/1/E-Chess---Great-success-by-Croatian-team-in-the35th-Chess-Olympics.html Â35th CHESSOLYMPIADAP World PoliticsRussia extends lead, Georgian and U.S. women fall in Chess OlympiadÂWed Nov 6, 4:57 PM ETBy ROBERT HUNTINGTON, Associated Press WriterÂBLED, Slovenia - Russia extended its lead to two points by hammering Germany 3.5-0.5 in the eleventh round of the Chess Olympiad here on Wednesday, while second-place Hungary defeated England 2.5-1.5.ÂThe real surprises of the round, however, occurred in the women's section, where Poland crushed front-runner Georgia 2.5-0.5 and the U.S. team surprisingly lost to Armenia by the same score.ÂWednesday's results trim Georgia's once formidable lead to a half point over second-place China and virtually knock the American women - who had been the talk of the tournament - out of medal contention.ÂAs usual, the Russian men were led by Garry Kasparov, who outplayed Christopher Lutz with Black on board one and has given up only two draws in eight games. Alexander Grischuk and Peter Svidler added wins on boards two and four.ÂHungary and England featured games between two top-10 players on board one and between two top-20 boards on board two. Both games were drawn.ÂOn board one, Michael Adams of England played a short but complex game against Peter Leko. On board two, Judit Polgar of Hungary could not demonstrate any advantage against Nigel Short's Alekhine Defense. The match was decided on board four, where Peter Acs defeated Stuart Conquest.ÂGeorgia moved into third place by downing Sweden 3-1. Croatia moved into a tie for fourth place with England, with 2.5-1.5 over Bosnia-Herzegovina.ÂArmenia and Canada got back into contention by thrashing Cuba and Moldova respectively 3.5-0.5.ÂThe United States had a chance to do the same against Turkmenistan, but despite having much higher rated players on every board, went down 2.5-1.5, and is now out of the running.ÂYasser Seirawan of Seattle is a bright spot on the team - with 6.5 points in 8 games and is the tournament's individual leader on the second board.ÂIn the women's section, Georgia's loss was especially surprising since Georgia had White on two boards. Former world champion Maia Chiburdanidze got the only half point on board one.ÂChina took advantage of Georgia's loss by defeating Romania 2.5-0.5.ÂRussia took sole possession of third place by beating Germany 2-1.ÂThe American women have been the talk of the tournament. Seeded 11th, they defeated both Georgia and China. Wednesday's loss, however, makes them once again a long shot.ÂOn board one, Irina Krush of New York got the team's only half point from a position where she was always slightly worse and had to defend carefully.ÂOn board two, Camilla Baginskaite of San Francisco overlooked a back-rank mating possibility that cost her a pawn. Jennifer Shahade of New York allowed her pawn center to become overextended on the bottom board.ÂThe twelfth round takes place here on Thursday.ÂTop standings in the men's section after 11 rounds (44 games): Russia 32; Hungary 30; Georgia 28; Croatia, England 27.5; Armenia, Canada, China, Poland, Ukraine 27; Bosnia-Herzegovina, Germany, Greece, Israel, Slovakia, Yugoslavia 26.5; France, India, Macedonia, Netherlands, Spain 26; Bangladesh, Lithuania, Sweden 25.5; Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Kazakhstan, Slovenia-A, Turkmenistan 25; Argentina, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Iceland, Italy, Romania, Philippines, Switzerland, United States 24.5.ÂTop standings in the women's section after 11 rounds (33 games): Georgia 24.5; China 24; Russia 22.5; Poland 21.5; Armenia, United States, Vietnam 21; Hungary 20.5; Bulgaria 20; Azerbaijan, France, Germany, India, Romania, Yugoslavia 19.5.Â___ÂOn the Net:Âhttp://www.35chessolympiad.comÂÂhttp://www.chesscenter.com/twic/twic.htmlÂ(E) Croatia - China Live on the web - ChessÂDate:11/8/2002 9:07:35 AM Eastern Standard Time13.328 Croatia - 7 China watch1 GM Kozul Zdenko 2565 - GM Ye Jiangchuan 26672 GM Cvitan Ognjen 2562 - GM Xu Jun 26433 GM Zelcic Robert 2554 - GM Zhang Zhong 26204 GM Stevic Hrvoje 2512 - GM Bu Xiangzhi 2601http://www.35chessolympiad.comÂhttp://www.35chessolympiad.com/show.php?template=2400_00_000.html letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 09 Nov 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6110/1/E-THE-CROATIAN-ACADEMY-OF-AMERICA.html  THE CROATIAN ACADEMY OF AMERICALast Saturday, October 26,2002 THE CROATIAN ACADEMY OF AMERICA held its Annual General Assembly in New York.It was well attended meeting with members coming from as far as South Carolina,Ohio,Massachusetts and Canada in addition to many from greater New York and New Jersey area.During a lively working meeting reports by the Executive Officers on the work during the previous year were given to members and were accepted.At its Executive Council Meeting earlier in the day the Board of the Academy approved $ 50,000 Fund Raising Drive.Two pledges totaling $ 2,000 were already received.THE CROATIAN ACADEMY OF AMERICA was founded on April 19,1953 in New York City.The first meeting took place on West 50th Street in New York, the old location of Croatian Catholic Church Sts. Cyril and Methodius which incidentally is celebrating its ninetieth anniversary next year (2003).During the last twelve months the most important achievement was publishing Journal of Croatian Studies Volume 41.The 220-page thematic issue deals with the language identity of the Croats and includes several contributions from scholars in Croatia.Please see Academy's web site: www.croatianacademy.orgÂ(Press Releases) (Preamble to the Constitution of the Croatian Academy of America adopted April 19,1953 in New York City). Inspired by the persistent desire of the Croatian Nation for its proper dignity before all men, realizing that no People can make a responsible contribution towards a peaceful and democratic world without being freely self-determined i.e. endowed with the right to choose its own sovereign state, recollecting that Croatian liberty has been frustrated for centuries because of tyranny from without and within, conscious that the denial of freedom at home often requires the conservation of the national genius abroad, mindful that the friendly guardianship of the just aspirations of men has always been the keynote of American hospitality, we herewith establish and constitute The Croatian Academy of America.ÂThe Annual Reception/Dinner was an extraordinary evening. Among a festive crowd that spanned three generations and Croats from three continents there were many new friendships formed.President Vedran Joseph Nazor welcomed guests and Academy members.Among distinguished guests were General Consul of the Republic of Croatia in New York Mr.Domagoj Kero,Academy's Honorary President For Life Mr.Karlo Mirth, Academy's President Emeritus Dr. Maria Krocker Tuskan and founding member of the AcademyMs.Vlasta-Cvitanovic Jantzi. Many congratulatory letters were received including one from the Croatian Fraternal Union in Pittsburhg,Pa. President Nazor thanked Croatian Radio Club-New YorkÂ"Voice of Free Croatia" founded in 1969 and Radio Club's President Mr.Vinko Kuzina for its many years of support.He also recognized Academy's long serving (1994)Executive Secretary Mr.Mladen Lolic for his tireless work who also doubles as Circulation Manager.Academy is in excellent position with many young members taking on torch and carrying on the goals of the Academy.The purpose for which the Academy is formed is:ÂTo educate the members and public generally concerning Croatian literature, culture and history by sponsoring lectures on these subjects and by procuring and causing to have published articles on these subjects in the organization's Journal of the Croatian Studies.ÂTo receive voluntary contributions from members and donors and gifts from benefactors to be used and applied of, the aforesaid educational purpose.ÂIn his speech Nazor touched on the close cooperation Academy has with Academic institutions in Croatia.Last issues of the Journal of Croatian Studies have seen many contributions from scholars in Croatia.He also thanked Tuskan Endowment Fund for its contributions in publishing Journal of Croatian Studies. The audience was spellbound during Karlo Mirth's speech that touched upon early days of the Academy.Mr.Mirth who is the managing editor of the Journal of Croatian Studies invited all to get involved in the work of the Academy.Since 1960 Academy has published 41 Volumes with Journal of the Croatian studies Volume 42 to be published by the end of the year.In his concluding remarks President Nazor reminded all of the Academy's Fiftieth Year Gala Anniversary Celebration on April 26,2003 in New York City.Submitted by Vedran Joseph Nazor-N.Y. N.Y.Âvnazor@yahoo.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 03 Nov 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6112/1/E-North-American-Croatian-Forum-has-been-launched.html North American Croatian Forum has beenlaunched.http://www.nycroats.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard.cgiÂYou need to register beforeyou can post messages. We have a section for Politics. Let us know if youwould like another topic for discussion as well.Thanks,Eddy Matewww.nycroats.com letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 29 Oct 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6111/1/H-Odrzivi-razvoj-otoka---trodnevniskup-u-Jelsi-otok-Hvar.html "Održivi razvoj otoka" -Jelsa, otok HvarZa sve informacije o skupu i predavacima, te prijavnicama za skup, molimo obratite se organizatoru:Hrvoje Carić(01) 46 55 203098 760 454hrvoje.caric@zg.tel.hrÂp o z i v na trodnevni skup (6.-8. studenog 2002.)"Održivi razvoj otoka" - Jelsa, otok HvarSvrha skupaInformirati zainteresirane gradjane i predstavnike lokalnih vlasti o mogućnostima održivog razvoja otoka:Âkonkretni primjeri iz poljoprivrede, eko-turizma, nautičkog turizma.mogućnosti razvoja obiteljskih gospodarstava te srednjeg i malog poduzetništva na otocimazakonski mehanizmi (zakoni, uredbe, fondovi, županijska povjerenstva za razvoj otoka)Mjesto skupa - dvorana Župe u Jelsi, Šematorij b.b.6. studenog - Prirodno nasljedje i gospodarski razvoj"Potencijalne ekonomske koristi od osnivanja morskih zaštićenih područja"ÂDraško Holcer 17:00"Opasnosti za biološku raznolikost podmorja"ÂAnte Žuljević 17:45"Prirodno i povijesno nasljedje i eko-turizam na primjeru Belog - Cres"ÂGoran Sušić 18:30Pitanja i rasprava 19:157. studenog - Mogućnosti razvoja gospodarstva na otocima"Perspektiva SM poduzetništva i obiteljskih gospodarstva na otoku"Maja djirlić 17:00Pitanja i rasprava 17:30"Uzgoj i plasman ljekovitog bilja na primjeru Like"Krešimir Jukić 18:00Pitanja i rasprava 18:30"Nautički turizam u svijetu i perspektiva za jadranske otoke"Ozren Bakrač 19:00Pitanja i rasprava 19:308. studenog - Zakonski mehanizmi i sudjelovanje javnosti-Uloga Uprave za otoke Ministarstva javnih radova, obnove i graditeljstva§ Zakon o otocima-Uloga županijskih Otočkih povjerenstava-Metodologija za izradu Programa održivog razvoja otoka-Državni izvori financiranja otočkih projekataÂTajana Huzak 17:00"Community Net - projekt informatizacije otoka"Petar Relija Krstulović 17:45"Sudjelovanje javnosti i civilnih inicijativa u održivom razvoju lokalnih zajednica"Lidija Pavić 18:15Pitanja i rasprava 18:45UKOLIKO STE ZAINTERESIRANI SUDJELOVATI NA SKUPUÂI/ILI PRIMATI INFORMACIJE O NAŠIM AKTIVNOSTIMAÂMOLIMO OBRATITE SE NA:ODRAZ, Lj. Posavskog 2, 10000 ZagrebFAX (01) 46 55 200 ili e-mail: hrvoje.caric@zg.tel.hrÂÂMinistarstvo za javne radove, obnovu i graditeljstvo podržava projekt "Model održivog razvoja otoka" i suorganizira ovaj skup.Projekt financiraju:Ministarstvo zaštite okoliša i prostornog uredjenja Ured za udruge VRHRegionalni centar zaštite okoliša za SIEÂZa detalje se obratite organizatoru skupa:Zahvaljujemo se Župnom uredu Jelse na ustupljenim prostorijama za skup.Projekt se odvija u suradnji sa udrugom Cima - Jelsa*************************************************O problematici održivog razvoja otokaU zadnjih 150 godina tendencija depopulacije, pada vitalnosti i razvojnog zaostajanja jadranskih otoka pojačana je u usporedbi s ostatkom Hrvatske te zemljama Mediteranske regije. Dodatne nepovoljnosti su izdvojenost i niska razina informiranosti, otežani životni uvjeti, nerazvijeni mehanizmi upravljanja i zdravstvene skrbi, nerazvijeno poduzetništvo, propadanje obiteljskih gospodarstava te niska uključenost javnosti u razvojnom odlučivanju.ÂNezainteresirani gradjani danas u 'politici' vide sustav koji im ne pomaže, niti im služi, odnosno ne olakšava život. Otudjeni su od institucija osjećaju da više ne kontroliraju svoju budućnost, a da o njihovoj sudbini odlučuju 'divovi', na koje ne mogu utjecati: ekonomski sustav, pravni sustav, zdravstveni sustav, sustav obrazovanja, politički sustav, političke stranke i slično. S druge strane, problemi s kojima se suočavaju povećavaju se i ne nestaju, stvarajući veću toleranciju prema svim vrstama degradacije. Kao primjer najočitije degradacije je devastacija prostora i okoliša uzrokovana orijentacijom na sezonski prihod od industrijskog turizma.ÂProcesom decentralizacije, koji niz ovlasti prenosi na niže razine djelovanja, rast će potreba za uključivanjem gradjana u aktivnosti i razvoj svoje zajednice. Zbog toga je izuzetno važno da se otočke zajednice (lokalne vlasti i gradjani) upoznaju s principima održivog razvoja te prime znanja o djelotvornom sudjelovanju javnosti u odlučivanju, kako bi bili što spremniji kvalitetno doprinjeti održivom razvoju svoje sredine. Takav razvoj podrazumijeva razvoj gospodarstva koji ne štetiti okolišu, već se koristi obnovljivim resursima i njeguje svoje povijesne, kulturne, tradicijske i prirodne vrijednosti.Postojeći propisi (Zakon o otocima i Nacionalni program razvoja otoka) pružaju mogućnost sustavnog pristupa te obvezuju na održivi razvoj otoka. Uz državne programe razvoja otoka koji uredjuju pojedina područja otočnog razvoja, propisuju izradu programa održivog razvoja kao razvojnog polazišta za obalno-otočne i otočne zajednice.ÂOsjetljivi otočni i obalni ekosustavi zahtijevaju integralni pristup zaštiti i očuvanju biološke raznolikosti u jedinstvu s bogatim kulturnim nasljedjem, a u skladu s usmjerenim i nadziranim razvojem turizma i drugih prihvatljivih gospodarskih djelatnosti. Upravo je svrha djelovanja ODRAZ-a ukazati otočanima da mogu pozitivno utjecati na razvoj svog kraja, podižući kvalitetu življenja i čuvajući svoje kulturno, prirodno, povijesno i tradicijsko naslijedje.ODRAZ-ov doprinos rješavanju problemaÂAktivnosti ODRAZ-a usmejerene su k stvaranju MODELA koji će olakšati planiranje i provedbu održivog razvoja otočnih zajednica.AktivnostiPromoviranje i primjena postojećih državnih mehanizama za poticanje održivog razvoja radi informiranja šire javnosti i postizanja kvalitetnije primjene na lokalnoj razini.Istraživanje primjera planiranja i provodjenja koncepta ODRŽIVOG RAZVOJA u Hrvatskoj, susjednim zemljama i EU radi repliciranja najkorisnijih iskustava i informiranja javnosti o pozitivnim primjerima na sljedeće teme:1. planiranje strategije održivog razvoja za lokalne zajednice (uz sudjelovanje vlasti, stručnjaka, udruga, poduzetništva i javnosti),Â2. održivo poduzetništvo (temeljeno na: obnovljivim prirodnim resursima, kulturno-povijesnim-prirodnim vrijednostima te autohtonim-tradicijskim specifičnostima otočnih sredina),Â3. modeli pružanja podrške inicijativama održivog razvoja iz svih sektora (interesno umrežavanje, metodologije prenošenja znanja, razvojne inicijative).Stvaranje Mreže za održivi razvoj - MORŽ, radi okupljanja institucija i pojedinaca sa zajedničkim interesom za održivi razvoj otoka.Planiranje i provedba projekata za razvoj obiteljskih gospodarstva i strateškog planiranja na lokalnojrazini.O konceptu održivog razvojaPrije tridesetak godina počelo se uvidjati kako je nemoguće imati zdravo društvo i kvalitetno gospodarstvo u svijetu u kojem postoji toliko siromaštva i narušavanja okoliša. Gospodarski razvoj se ne može zaustaviti, no valja mu promijeniti smjer, kako bi postao manje poguban po okoliš i društveni razvoj. Pretvaranje tih spoznaja u djelo i prijelaz na održive oblike razvoja i načina života izazov je današnjem dobu. Valja izvršiti temeljne promjene - na poljoprivrednim dobrima i u dvoranama za sastanke, na kolicima u smoposluživanju i u državnim proračunima.Održivi razvoj je okvir za oblikovanje politika i strategija kontinuiranog gospodarskog i socijalnog napretka, bez štete za okoliš i prirodne zalihe bitne za ljudske djelatnosti u budućnosti. On se oslanja na ambicioznu ideju prema kojoj razvoj ne smije ugrožavati budućnost dolazećih naraštaja trošenjem neobnovljivih zaliha i dugoročnim devastiranjem i zagadjivanjem okoliša. Osnovni je cilj osigurati održivo korištenje prirodnih zaliha na nacionalnoj i medjunarodnoj razini.S tako postavljenim ciljem, zaštita okoliša postaje znatno šira od tradicionalnog gledanja, prema kojem se dominantno bavila zaštitom ljudskog zdravlja i očuvanjem cjelovitosti ekoloških sustava. U konceptu održivog razvoja danas nalaze ishodište svi moderni gospodarski i socijalni trendovi jer su štete okolišu štete sveukupnom društvu, i obrnuto, djelovanje u zaštiti okoliša donosi korist u obliku ekonomskog rasta, zapošljavanja i kompetitivnosti.Globalno gospodarstvo mora odgovarati ljudskim potrebama i opravdanim htijenjima, ali razvoj treba smjestiti u ekološke granice planeta.UN-ov Skup o Zemlji, održan 1992. u Rio de Janeiru, koji je do tada okupio najveći broj čelnika vlada, usmjerio je svjetsku pažnju na najkritičnija pitanja pred kojima se svi nalazimo i usvojio Agendu 21, globalni plan djelovanja na njihovom rješavanju. Konferencija je jasno pokazala kako o okolišu i o gospodarskom i društvenom razvoju više ne možemo razmišljati kao zasebnim kategorijama. Deklaracija iz Rija sadrži osnovna načela na kojima države moraju zasnivati buduće odluke i programe, uzimajući u obzir djelovanje društveno-gospodarskog razvoja na okoliš.Ukazalo se na problem sve većeg broja gradova, koji nose probleme u rasponu od zagadjenosti zraka do beskućnika; nedostatka čiste vode i loših sanitarnih uvjeta. Agenda 21 govori i o zaštiti okoliša i upravljanu prirodnim izvorima, ali i o jačanju uloge osnovnih društvenih skupina - žena, djece i mladih, nevladinih organizacija, lokalnih vlasti, radnika i sindikata, poslovnog svijeta i industrije, znanstvenika te poljoprivrednika. Agenda 21 ističe potrebu edukacije, osposobljavanja i podizanja svijesti javnosti te informiranja kao podloge za odlučivanje, ali i govori o potrebnim financijskim sredstvima.No danas, nakon 10 godina od Rija, i dalje smo suočeni sa sve većim siromaštvom, gladju, bolestima, nepismenošću, terorizmom i neprekidnim pogoršavanjem ekosustava, o čemu ovisi naša budućnost.Konferencija u Johannesburgu, koja je upravo završila, pokazala je da nije baš puno učinjeno, a i ona sama će biti zapamćena kao summit kompromisa, izmedju Europe i SAD-a, izmedju razvijenih i nerazvijenih. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 29 Oct 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6113/1/E-The-Midwest-Croatian-Calendar-of-Events.html The Midwest Croatian Calendar of Events To advertise your meeting, performance, sporting activities, banquets, dances, etc., on the Croatian events calendar, please send all relevant information to Events at events@midwest-croatians.org.Include contact information. Please select a city to see events being held:Chicago Detroit Indiana Kansas City Milwaukee Ohio St. Louis ChicagoFriday October 18Citizens for Peraica will be holding a fundraiser and banquet at the William Tell Restaurant in Countryside, starting at 7:00 p.m. This is a last fundraiser for Anthony Peraica before the November 5th elections. Please come out and show your support for one of our own. For more information, or to inquire about being a campaign volunteer or poll watcher can call Anthony Peraica's campaign office at (708)443-5554 or send email via http://www.peraica.com. Link opens in a new window.Sunday October 20Hrvatska Zena Branch 1 is sponsoring its annual fashion show at the Royalty West located at 8675 S. Archer Ave. in Willow Springs. Doors open at 12:30 P.M. Tickets are $35 per person. For tickets and information call Kata Mulac (773)955-3965 or Nevenka Jurkovic(773)525-8571.Sunday October 27HKD Napredak will be celebrating its 100th anniversary with a luncheon and program sponsoredby HKD Napredak's Chicago branch. The luncheon will be held at St. Jerome Croatian Church, located on 2823 South Princeton. The celebration will begin at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are$20 for adults and $10 for children under 10. For more information, contact Dr. Ante Cuvaloat cuv@netzero.net. For more information on the Chicagobranch of HKD Napredak visit their website http://www.midwest-croatians.org/napredak. DetroitNo new events listed.IndianaNo new events listed. Kansas CityNo new events listed.MilwaukeeSaturday November 16The American-Croatian Radio Club will be holding its 49th annual banquet at Sacred Heart Church Hall located on 917 N. 49th street. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., anddinner starts at 6:00 p.m. Goulash and chicken will be served. Music will be providedby the "Midwest Tamburasi." Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For moreinformation, call Karlo at (414)259-9467. OhioSaturday October 26A genealogy seminar will be held at the American Croatian Lodge, located on 34900 Lakeshore Blvd, in Eastlake from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Seminar will include a historical overview of Croatia, how to begin, Croatian given names and English translations, Croatian surnames categories and origins, where to find documentation, some things to be aware of, some cautions, and we will hook up to the internet for examples of how to look. Included is a booklet of "how to", examples of various documents, such as church records, citizenship papers, passports, etc. The seminar will be limited to 30 people. Pre-registration is required!Cost for the seminar is $15. A light lunch will be provided. For registration and further information please contact Robert Jerin at rjerin@adelphia.net.Sunday October 27Croatian Prelo will be held at the American Croatian Lodge in Eastlake starting at 6:00 p.m. Foodwill be served and a dance will follow. For more information, contact Suzana Zgela atguzica_suzica@hotmail.com.St. LouisNo new events listed. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 17 Oct 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6114/1/E-Japans-Princess-Sayako-tours-Croatias-capital.html ÂJapan's Princess Sayako toursCroatiaAP World PoliticsJapan's Princess Sayako tours Croatia's capitalÂMon Oct 14, 7:05 AM ETBy EUGENE BRCIC, Associated Press WriterÂZAGREB, Croatia - Japan's Princess Sayako kicked off a four-day visit to Croatia on Monday with a tour of the capital's historic old town.ÂThe 33-year-old princess, also known by the title Norinomiya, is the first Japanese royal to visit Croatia since it became independent from the former Yugoslavia in 1991.ÂWearing a robin's egg blue dress under a dark knee-length overcoat in the morning fog, Sayako admired St. Marko's Church, which lies between the government and parliament building in the upper town. She then visited the newly renovated Baroque-style St. Catherine's Chapel.ÂSayako, the youngest child of Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, then viewed the city's crowning landmark - St. Stephen's gothic Cathedral, with its rising twin spires.ÂShe also exchanged modest smiles with locals and examined the quality of fruit and vegetables on sale at the old city's open market.ÂSayako has described her current trip as an opportunity to indulge her musical and cultural interests and "promote exchanges and deepen the understanding between our countries."ÂThe princess was also scheduled Monday to attend a luncheon with Croatian President Stipe Mesic, visit a downtown high school and a meet with a handful of Japanese residents in Zagreb. In the evening, she was to attend the opera "Carmen" in the National Theater.ÂSayako, who is accompanied by diplomats, members of the imperial household and cultural figures, was scheduled to fly Tuesday to the ancient city of Dubrovnik, a popular tourist destination.ÂOn Thursday, she is to visit the national park of Plitvice in central Croatia, which is dotted by natural springs and waterfalls within lush forests. It is to be the last stop of a 13-day trip which has also included visits to Romania and Italy.ÂUnder Japan's postwar constitution, the royal family has no official political power and acts in a largely symbolic role. Members of the royal family frequently travel abroad to bolster international relations.Â---------------------------------------Osječki HNK gostovao u Zagrebus operom CarmenOpera Hrvatskog narodnog kazališta iz Osijeka gostovala je u ponedjeljakna večer na sceni zagrebačkog Hrvatskog narodnog kazališta spredstavom Carmen Georgesa Bizeta, u režiji Petra Selema i pod dirigentskimvodstvom Zorana Juranića.U naslovnoj ulozi nastupila je mlada mezosopranistica Martina Tomčić,a ostale uloge tumačili su Tomislav Bekić, Sanja Toth - Špišić,Berislav Puškarić, Slobodan Cvjetičanin, Krunoslav Tuma, NenadTudaković, Vesna Baljak i Ljiljana Čokljat.Scenograf predstave je Marin Gozze, a kostimografkinja je Dora Argento.Premijera Bizetove Carmen u osječkom HNK održana je u studenom 2001.godine.U prepunom gledalištu bili su i predsjednik Hrvatskog sabora Zlatko Tomčićsa suprugom i japanska princeza Sayako, kojaje došla u posjet Hrvatskoj. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 13 Oct 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6115/1/E-Simulation-of-a-terrorist-attack-organised-by-Croatian-Army.html  Croatian Army and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical WeaponsCroatian locals take part in a chemical weapons attack exercise at Zadar military airbase in Croatia September 12, 2002. Rescue and special anti-terrorist teams from twelve countries participated in the simulation of a chemical weapons terrorist attack organised by Croatian Army and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). REUTERS/Nikola Solic letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 12 Oct 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6116/1/E-Croatian-Academy-of-America-Dinner.html ÂThe Croatian Academy of AmericaThe Croatian Academy of America invites you to join it for its 48th AnnualDinner to take place on Saturday, October 26, 2002 at The New York HiltonHotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas (between 53rd and 54th Street), New York,New York 10019. The reception begins at 7:00 pm with dinner starting at7:30 p.m. The cost of the dinner is $75 per person and includes wine,gratuities and tax (bar drinks are extra).To attend, please send your check made payable to the Croatian Academy ofAmerica to the Academy at PO Box 1767 Grand Central Station, New York, NewYork 10163-1767. Please indicate on the check that it is for the AnnualDinner. You can also make reservations by telephone by e-mail atcroatacad@aol.com.ÂThe Croatian Academy of America is a nonprofit educational organization,founded 1953 and incorporated in the State of New York on December 17, 1956.The certificate of incorporation was further amended in 1962.The purpose for which the Academy is formed is to educate the members andpublic generally concerning Croatian literature, culture and history bysponsoring lectures on these subjects and by procuring and causing to havepublished articles on these subjects in the organization's journal.To receive voluntary contributions from members and donors and gifts frombenefactors to be used and applied of, the aforesaid educational purpose.The Academy publishes the only English-language scholarly journal devoted toCroatian history, art and culture.More information about the Academy can be found athttp://www.croatianacademy.org.ÂInspired by the persistent desire of the CroatianNation for its proper dignity before all men, realizing that no People can makea responsible contribution towards a peaceful and democratic world without beingfreely self-determined i.e. endowed with the right to choose its own sovereignstate, recollecting that Croatian liberty has been frustrated for centuriesbecause of tyranny from without and within, conscious that the denial of freedomat home often requires the conservation of the national genius abroad, mindfulthat the friendly guardianship of the just aspirations of men has always beenthe keynote of American hospitality, we herewith establish and constitute TheCroatian Academy of America.(Preamble to the Constitution of The Croatian Academy ofAmerica adopted April 19, 1953 in New York City). letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 02 Oct 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6117/1/E-Belluno-Ristorante-HALLOWEEN-PARTY-in-New-York.html ÂBELLUNORISTORANTE340 LEXINGTON AVE.NY. NY. 10016TEL. 212 953 3282BELLUNO RISTORANTEINVITES YOU TO THEIR5 TH.ANNUALHALLOWEEN PARTYSATURDAY,OCTOBER,26TH20021030PMTILL-?????ENTERTANMENT & DJPROVIDED BYTHEO PHILIPHORS'DOUEVRESCASH BAR$10.00 ADMISSIONAWARD FOR BEST COSTUMECOSTUME IS A MUST letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 27 Sep 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6118/1/H-INTERNATIONAL-FRIENDSHIP-FESTIVAL-San-Diego-2002.html INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL 2002ÂDragi Prijatelji,Pozivam Vas da nam se pridruzite u predstavljanju "Lijepe Nase" na dvanaestom Internationalnom festivalu prijateljstva koji se vec tradicionalno odrzava u El Cajonu (San Diego)CA.Ove godine ce to biti u Rujnu (Septebru) 28 i 29. i to od 10 AM -10 PM u subotu i od 11 AM- 6 PM u Nedjelju.Hrvatsku cemo predstaviti po treci put na ovom festivalu,kao jednu od 60 drzava koje sudjeluju ovegodine. Mi cemo pokazati nase kulinarske specijalitete,rucne radove ,knjige o Hrvatskoj,turisticko-propagandne razglednice,video-tape,hrvatske nosnje,souvenire i jos puno, puno toga s cime se mozemo ponositi.Ne svecanom otvorenju ce nas predstviti prava hrvatska ljepotica 16-godisnja djevojka iz San Diega, Mariana Pandza koja to vec cini trecu godinu uzastopno i vrlouspjesno. Za hranu (kolace i raznjice,salate,palacinke) ce se pobrinuti nekoliko obitelji i duzna sam ih spomenuti posto sve to cine VOLONTERSKI a to su Ana i Nikola Pandza,Mile Marcelic,Ina i Ante Pocina,Ivana i Anthony Pocina,Nadja i John Pandza,Ivanka i Josip Zagorscak,Marija Lovric,Marija Pitesa,Eva Rusak,Gdja Milica i jos dosta drugih vrijednih volontera koji nam pomazu oko transporta,montaza,prodaje hrane i suvenira, te nas nekoliko razgovara sa posjetiocima i predstavnicima media o mogucnostima za turisicke posjete i od ove godine cemo im ponuditi program za organiziranu grupnu posjetu vec za slijedecu godinu.Za sav ovaj obiman posao potrebno nam je oko 40 volontera.Statistika pokazuje da ovaj festival posjeti oko 25-30 000 posjetitelja.Intersantno je to sto se skolska djeca natjecu tko ce skupiti na vise jezika pecate sa izvornom rijeci "Prijateljstvo" - "Friendship".Svaka Drzava ima od 30-45 minuta vrijeme da se predstavi na pozornici i to sa pjesmom,plesom i nosnjama.Nas ce i ove godine predstaviti Tamburica iz Crkve Sv.Ante iz Los Angelesa sa plesnom grupom "Kolo" i pjevac Bozidar- Bosko Ciklic.Dolaze nam u pomoc i prijatelji iz San Josea,Hollywooda,San Pedra i LA. Ove godine nase vrijeme na pozornici ce biti u Nedjelju poslije podne. Pozivam Vas da nam se pridruzite u bilo koje vrijeme, ali ako mozete birati vrijeme onda neka to bude u Nedjelju, pa da zajedno zapjevamo - izvodjaci i publika- lijepe nase pjesme, te da prisustvujete lijepoj ceremoniji zatvaranja Festivala. Za sve informacije /oko smjestaja i doceka / mozete se obratiti na tel:619-239-6522 , 619-920-5467,619-275-1144ÂSrdacan pozdrav i dovidjenja u San Diegu - El Cajonu 09/28-29/2002ÂBozena-Boska MarcelicE-mail:boska1@cox.netÂIt is important to be present. Support events like this. It is multilevel andbeneficial for all of us.Nenad Bachwww.CroatianWorld.net letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 01 Sep 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6119/1/E-CROATIAN-NEW-YORKER-CLUB-PICNIC.html The Croatian New Yorker Club 15th annual picnic at Centerport BeachThe Croatian New Yorker Club - A Community Alliance of Business People held its 15th annual picnic at Centerport Beach, Centerport, Long Island, New York on Sunday July 28th.The Croatian New Yorker Club is a not for-profit independent organization of professional and business people in Metro New York. Its purpose is to socially bring together people of Croatian birth or descent in this area. In the course of the last 15 years the organizations has undertaken many projects to benefit our community here and in the old country. Many of our members are members of the Croatian Fraternal Union who is always willing to help support our efforts.One of the highlights of our year is always the picnic at Centerport Beach. This year was no exception. We had a great turn out!Despite threats of rain and forecasts of excessively hot temperatures, the weather held out. Centerport Beach is an exceptionally fine place for a picnic, there is a protected pavilion, a fine beach, a shaded grove and various sports facilities including a volleyball area, bocce courts and windsurfing.The picnic featured a great diversity and abundance of excellent food including barbecued lamb, grilled chicken, kielbasa, potato salad, fresh Long Island clams, delicious corn on the cob and Croatian pastries including hrustule. The BBQ was well manned by Lou Carrara, Angelo Gasparini, Dr. Bartol Matanic, Nevenko Glavan, and George and Anton Angelich.The picnic brings together old friends and new for a relaxing day of swimming, barbecueing, and conversing. Sally Pasaric is close to her 90th birthday and enjoyed telling her amazing life story, from life in Zagreb to being a college professor on Long Island. Vlado Marjanovic, originally from Mostar, brought three generations of his family to the picnic. Stipe Vukelic, second generation Croat from Australia and friends had a fun filled day of volleyball. Davor Zidovec, who previously lived in Argentina, enjoyed the day with his Argentine wife Mirta. Lillian Raspolic Carrara brought a big box of old Croatian records to give away. The Bernic sisters, whose family hails from Krk, came to the picnic for the first time, after having become involved in the Croatian New Yorker Club's Oral History Project. The Josilo-Telosmanich-Angelich women ( from Olib) had a lot of fun playing bocce. Kay Angelich, Elizabeth Fabijanic, Mary Lou Gasparini and Lillian Raspolic Carrara got a chance to catch up on what's new while making potato salad together. Carolyn Babich, an L.A. native, enjoyed taking a spin at the polka. As always, there were a number of people whose roots come from the islands of Unije and Krk, including John Kraljic - President of the National Federation of Croatian Americans.A special treat is always live music. Dominic Karcic, a talented accordionist, delighted the picnic goers by playing old Croatian music.All in all a good time was had by all. Ellen and Roy Schoenberg, Americans whom I met vacationing in beautiful Hvar, stopped by to say hello. Roy wrote a poem about our lovely picnic grove/beach site that we would like to share with all:LITTLE NECK BEACHKillies jumping, under sized fish offshore,Family gatherings, Indian Summer sought,Afternoon's carpet spread, blanketing skied.Senior Citizen Center, gated secure.An anonymous watchman am I, not yet enteringTo give old age a try.Yesterday's past, searched mussels and clamsAt low tide, with a child's bucket alongside;Not drinking the dregs of seasonal wines.My wife races ahead, a child again,Forty nine years of marriage, hoping for more,One, five, ten, perchance a score?The beach emptying, we're not alone.A coin toss, anger, tears, laughter -ÂA few seeds we have magically sown.Little Neck Beach nostalgia, driving away,Vanderbilt Museum, Centerport unfolding,Appointments beckoning, we cannot stay.Anton Angelich & Katarina Tepesh letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 26 Aug 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6120/1/E-DALAI-LAMA-in-CROATIA-in-4-photos.html ÂDALAI LAMAin CROATIATibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama receives hugs from supporters in Split, Croatia July 6, 2002. The Dalai Lama is on a four-day visit to the Republic of Croatia, where he will participate in several discussions in Split and Zagreb. REUTERS/Matko BiljakÂThe Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama greets the crowd at the airport after his arrival in Split, Croatia on July 6, 2002. The Dalai Lama is on a four-day visit to the Republic of Croatia, where he will participate in several discussions in Split and Zagreb. REUTERS/Matko BiljakÂExiled spiritual leader of Tibet The Dalai Lama walks in old part of town Split near the cathedral St.Domnio in Split, Croatia, Saturday, July 6, 2002. The Dalai Lama is on a private four-day visit to the Rebublic of Croatia. Others are unidentified. (APPhoto/str)ÂExiled spiritual leader of Tibet The Dalai Lama walks in old part of town Split near the cathedral St.Domnio in Split, Croatia, July 6, 2002. The Dalai Lama is on a private four-day visit to the Rebublic of Croatia. Others are unidentified. (AP Photo) letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 22 Jul 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6121/1/E-Steelton-PA-Croatian-Picnic-Sunday-August-4.html The Traditional St. Mary's Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 4th at Cibort Park in Bressler (Steelton), PA. Lamb and pork will be roasted at the picnic grounds and is available by the pound, as a dinner or in a sandwich. Baked goods include apple, cherry, cheese and cabbage strudel.ÂOther foods available are cabbage and noodles, sausage, hot dogs, barbeque and individual pizzas. There will plenty of liquid refreshments and continuous music with tambura and polka bands.Plenty of free off-street parking and no admission charge and it all starts at noon on Sunday, August 4, 2002 at Cibort Park in Bressler, PASincerely,Rudy Pavlick, SecretarySt. Mary's Preservation Societyhrvata@worldnet.att.net letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 14 Jul 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6122/1/E-Dalai-Lama-Welcomed-in-Croatia.html ÂDalai Lama, in Croatia, Scolds ChinaÂSun Jul 7, 2:10 PM ETÂSPLIT, Croatia (AP) - The Dalai Lama said Sunday that if China wants to play an important role globally, it should become a democracy and loosen its hold on Tibet."And that's where Tibet sees its chance," the exiled Tibetan leader told reporters in this southern Croatian city, on the second day of his visit to Croatia.The Dalai Lama is on a four-day visit to Croatia, but the government does not want to see him, evidently trying to avoid problems with China.While he said he could not foresee when it would be possible for him to return to Tibet, he said: "Time is on Tibet's side."The Dalai Lama, considered by his supporters both head of state and spiritual leader of Tibet, fled the mountainous region in 1959 after a failed uprising against Chinese communist rule.He lives in exile in India and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.The Dalai Lama came to the predominantly Roman Catholic Croatia to the delight of thousands of Croats, who respect him as one of the world's most prominent spiritual leaders.Tickets for his lectures here have been sold out. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 11 Jul 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6123/1/E-Our-Sun.html  WASHINGTON - A massive solar eruption, more than 30 times the length of Earth's diameter, blasted away from the sun on Monday, and a satellite captured graphic images of the event. The eruption occurred at 9:19 a.m. EDT Monday and showed up in a picture taken by one instrument of the SOHO satellite as a fiery-looking "leg" in the lower-left corner of the image, scientists said in a statement. Pictures taken over the following 90 minutes by another SOHO instrument show a loopy-looking eruption taking place and then dispersing. The "leg" is what astronomers call an eruptive prominence, which is a loop of magnetic fields that trap hot gas inside. As this prominence became unstable, it erupted into the area around the sun and appeared to dissipate. If eruptions like these are aimed at Earth, they can disturb Earth's magnetosphere, but this one was not directed at our planet, a spokesman for SOHO said by telephone. SOHO -- short for Solar and Heliospheric Observatory -- is run by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the European Space Agency. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 03 Jul 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6124/1/E-THE-ANCIENT-MEN-TAKE-MORRIS-DANCING-TO-CROATIA.html ÂThe Ancient ManTHE ANCIENT MEN TAKE MORRIS DANCING TOCROATIAJonathan Edwardswww.am39.comThe Ancient Men are one of England's most famous morris dancing ensembles.Now in their 50th year they have toured the length and breadth of theBritish Isles and in recent years appeared at festivals and folklore events inEurope, the United States and Japan.This year they are celebrating their 50thanniversary with their first ever visit to Croatia.The Ancient Men will commence their visit in Split on 30 June and appear atthe Sword Dance Festival at Korcula on 3 -6 July.The Ancient Men perform a variety of traditional morris dances mainly fromvillages in the Cotswold region of England. In Croatia they will also beaccompanied by the rarely seen Ancient Sword Dancers who perform sword dancesfrom the North of England.Itinerary of the Ancient MenSunday 30 June (morning) SplitMonday 1 July LastovoWednesday 3 July KorculaThursday 4 July KorculaFriday 5 July KorculaSaturday 6 July Korcula letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 20 Jun 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6125/1/H-Hrvatska-predstavljena-na-Madison-Aveniji-u-New-Yorku.html Croatian World Congress H.S.K. NGO Member of the United Nations http://www.crowc.org PRESS RELEASE by Sanja Crnkovic  U nedjelju, 16. lipnja, na sam Ocev dan, na Madison Aveniji u New Yorku odrzan je 17-ti godisnji expo-fest medunarodnih kultura u organizaciji Medunarodnog fonda imigranata i Multikulturalne americke koalicije na kojem su sudjelovali i predstavnici Hrvatskog svjetskog kongresa.  Prema nesluzbenim podacima, ovaj je dogadaj pratilo oko milijun posjetilaca, usprkos nestabilnom vremenu i povremenim pljuskovima.  Hrvatski izlozbeni prostor uspjesno je organizirao i vodio neumorni Ivan Dobra, riznicar kongresa, okupljene je pozdravio Mario Viskovic, glavni predstavnik Kongresa u Ujedinjenim narodima, a pri ruci se nasao i mladi umjetnik Zoran Crnkovic, nedavno akreditirani predstavnik kongresa u UN-u.  Sanja Crnkovic, takoder predstavnica Kongresa u UN-u i ovogodisnja direktorica festivalskog programa Hrvatske, osigurala je nastup cetvero mladih, ali vec iskusnih pjevaca. Topli pljesak publike zasluzeno su dobili: energicni trinaestogodisnjak Marin Bosko, ovogodisnji pobjednik hrvatskog Djecjeg festivala u New Yorku, nezaboravna jedanaestogodisnjakinja Valerija Glavan, proslogodisnja pobjednica, sarmantna cetrnaestogodisnjakinja Tatjana Suric, te simpaticni desetogodisnjak Marko Fatovic.  Croatian World Congress H.S.K. NGO Member of the United Nations http://www.crowc.org  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 19 Jun 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6126/1/E-CROATIAN-INDEPENDENCE-DAY-CELEBRATION-in-New-York.html  The Croatian Council of New York Croatian Catholic Parish in New York Croatian Catholic Mission in Astoria and the Croatian Consulate in New York Present the CROATIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION On Saturday, June 22nd, 2002 at 7:30 p.m. In the newly renovated Croatian Center Hall FEATURING: Mr. Petar Šimunić, Master of Ceremonies and guest from Croatia Dr. Ivan Grdešić, Croatian Ambassador to the U.S. Croatian Folk Dance Groups from Astoria and Manhattan Croatian Children's Chorus from Astoria Croatian rock band, "More" Ticket and table reservation/ purchase can be ordered at the: Croatian Catholic Mission in Astoria Gašpar's Deli in Astoria Croatian Catholic Parish in New York by calling: (718) 263 - 2540 (718) 353 - 0069 over the internet at: bk213@columbia.edu Admission per person: $30.00     letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 18 Jun 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6127/1/H-Veliki-Hrvatski-piknik-u-New-Yorku-16Lipnja.html ÂHrvatska zupa sv. Cirila i Metoda organizira veliki zupni piknik 16. lipnja 2002.ÂUz tradicionalan veliki broj posjetilaca, vasih prijatelja i znanaca, tu je uobicajena dobra janjetina, bogata tombola i hrvatska glazba, a sve to na svjezemu zraku u Boontonu na Hrvatskom zemljistu. Za sve informacije obratite se na zupu sv. Cirila i Metoda 212 563 3395 ili na emailcrkva.nyc@verizon.net letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 11 Jun 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6128/1/H-Prime-Minister-Racan--Minister-Picula-in-Washington-DC-June-5-7.html Veleposlanstvo Republike Hrvatske u Sjedinjenim Američkim Državama Embassy of the Republic of Croatia to the United States of America 2343 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington D.C. 20008 Press office, ÂPhone: (202) 986 9476 Fax.: (202) 588 8938 E-mail: press@croatiaemb.org  Âwww.croatiaemb.org  PRESS RELEASEWe are pleased to inform youthat Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia Ivica Račan and Minister ofForeign Affairs Tonino Picula will visit Washington, DC June 5 - June 7.Croatian Prime Minister IvicaRačan and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tonino Picula will hold a meetingwith Dr. Condoleeza Rice at the White House on Thursday, June 6. During the stayat the White House, Croatian delegation will meet President George W. Bush.Prior to visit to the WhiteHouse, Croatian delegation will visit the Capitol Hill and meet with severalsenators.From 12:00 to 1:15 pm onJune 6, 2002 Prime Minister Račan will give a lecture at WoodrowWilson International Center for Scholars on Croatia and Euro-AtlanticIntegrationAfterwards, Croatian PrimeMinister Ivica Račan and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tonino Picula willmeet with the U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell at the U.S. Department ofState.Also, Croatian Prime Ministerand Minister of Foreign Affairs will meet U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft,U.S. Secretary of Commerce Donald Evans and U.S. Deputy Defence Secretary PaulWolfowitz during their stay at Washington DC.Besides political, Croatiandelegation will hold numerous economical meetings, with leaders of U.S. Chamberof Commerce, Export-Import Bank of the United States, Business Council forInternational Understanding as well as The World Bank and The World MonetaryFund.On June 7, 2002 at 3:00pm, Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia Ivica Račanand Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Croatia Tonino Piculawill hold a news conference at the National Press Club. At the conferencethey will discuss Croatia's political and economic situation and progress, itsaspirations to join NATO and expected relations with the Alliance after theupcoming Prague summit, as well as inform the public about their meetings.In his talks, Prime Minister Račanis expected to discuss a range of bilateral and regional issues, including U.S.support for Croatia's integration into transatlantic and European institutionsand its contribution to security and stability in Europe as well aspossibilities for U.S. investments in Croatian economy.####Mediacontact: Alan Vojvodić, (202) 986 9476, press@croatiaemb.org letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 04 Jun 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6129/1/E-Chicago-Croatian-Statehood-Day-Party-at-the-Croatian-Center.html ÂÂChicago: Dan Drzavnosti Parking Lot PicnicÂSunday June 2, 2002Âat the Croatian Center, 2845 DevonÂParty starts at noon, come after church.ÂLive music on the outdoor stage by:ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂLudi RitamÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂBob & BucoÂÂ-Also, special guest speaker:ÂDr. Drago Stambuk of Harvard University. The theme of his presentation willÂbe "Vision for Croatia", in which he will address the policies andÂprinciplesÂof Croatian politics, both national and foreign.ÂÂ- Come taste our cevapcici, raznjici, kotlovinva, palacinke, and kolaci.Â- Dance to music, play buce, jump around on the moonwalk.Â- Enter the chess tournament at 3:00. Tko ce biti prvak?ÂÂThe Center will also be open for the Croatia vs Mexico World Cup game atÂ1:30Âam that night. There will be a big screen TV in the bar and there will beÂplenty of food and drink. Lets all get together for the game!ÂÂÂCroNetwork: The Croatian-American Organization for Young Professionals.Â---------------------------------------------------------------------- letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 30 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6138/1/E-Croatian-Booze-Cruise-San-Pedro-Los-Angeles-Harbor.html Saturday, May 25, 2002Croatian Independence Celebration weekend San Pedro-Style ! Croatian Booze Cruise "Morska Festa 2002" Memorial Day Weekend Saturday, May 25, 2002 8:00pm- 12:30am Please arrive by 8pm, as the boat will depart at 8:30 sharp (please allow time for boarding) TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCETickets are $30.00 a person 18 and over For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact: Kristina Jelenic Nick Barbic 310 528-3768 or 310 418-3056SpCura1@aol.com DouBoj@aol.comÂÂTo ensure your spot on the Booze Cruise, please purchase your ticket now, as there may only be a few, if any, tickets left on the day of the Booze Cruise. You may do so by e-mailing, or calling the numbers and adresses above. Also, Tickets will be sold this Saturday at the Drazen Zecic concert at Sveti Ante's Croatian Center in downtown Los Angeles........... by Nick Barbic.Tickets are selling, and there are limited spaces !!!!! Buy them Now !!!Croatian Independence Celebration weekend San Pedro-Style !! Come celebrate Memorial Day Weekend (Croatian Independence Day weekend) in San Pedro (Los Angeles). Saturday night (May 25th) will be our annual Croatian Booze Cruise "Morska Festa 2002" , it is an annual event where you can dance and drink and have a great time will cruisng the Los Angeles International Harbor for several hours with Croatians ready to party for only 30bucks !!........... Sunday is our annual Croatian Independence Day Block Party where the whole street in front of Hrvatski Dom is closed and there is over 1000 people celebrating Croatian Independence day on the street with live bands, cevapcici, other foods and of course alcohol, The celebration has no charge !!!! Party is from noon to 10pm, Sunday, May 26th on 9th street below Gaffey in San Pedro, After the street celebration, the party usually continues after all over SanPedro. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 25 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6134/1/H-Bilten-I-sabora-hrvatske-dijaspore-iz-Poreca-22-24-svibnja-2002.html BILTEN I. SABORA HRVATSKE DIJASPORE I. biltenPorec, hotel Parentium, 21.-23. svibnja 2002. god.SABOR POCEO S RADOMPorec, 21. svibnja 2002. god. Danas u 1,00 sati svecanim intoniranjem hrvatske himne «Lijepa Nasa» otpoceo je I. Sabor hrvatske dijaspore. Na ovome skupu eminentnih predstavnika iseljene i domovinske Hrvatske koji ce se tri dana odrzavati u hotelu Parentium u Porecu, a organizator kojeg je Internacionalni klub hrvatskih iseljenika, povratnika i investitora iz dijaspore sa sjedistem u Porecu. Odraditi ce se izuzetno bogati program sustinski pitanja hrvatske dijaspore, kao velikog nali nedovoljno iskoristenog potencijala Republike Hrvatske i hrvatskog naroda u cjelini. Na ovome skupu na kojem se za ovu prigodu okupilo tridesetak strucnjaka iz velikog broja Europski zemalja te sjeverne Amerike nastojati ce se odgovoriti sto je dijaspora, gdje je danas njeno mjesto te posebice sto dijaspora moze ucini da sebe ucini aktivnim subjektom odlucivanja. Kao predlozak za rad Sabora sacinjeni su radni materijali koji na velikom broju stranica slikovito pokazuju koliko je problematika dijaspore velika. Skup je otvorio pocasni clan dr. Srdjan Bill koji je sa zaljenjem konstatirao da zbog objektivnih razloga pocasni predsjednik akademik Ivan Supek te njegov kolega pocasni clan kluba dr. Zarko Dolinar, zbog objektivnih okolnosti nisu nazocni Saboru. Dok je za gosp. Supeka da nije u mogucnosti doci na Sabor, a dolazaka profesora Dolinara se ocekuje, buduci da je isti imao poteskoca s vezom prema Zagrebu iz Londona. Ali bogatstvo tema te posebice neprijeporni znanstveni autoriteti koji su nazocni Saboru te drugi sudionici mogu biti garancija uspjesnog rada Sabora. Nakon trodnevnog rada ocekuju se zakljucci Sabora koji ce biti upuceni nadleznim institucijama Hrvatske drzave, ali i brojnom iseljenistvu diljem svijeta koji s nadom ocekuje da se konacno izgrade pravi mostovi izmedju dva dijela istog bica, izmedju domovinske i iseljene hrvatske.Iako mu je upucen poziv prije vise od dva mjeseca danaMINISTAR PICULA SE ISPRICAO FAKSOMPremda je bio pozvan, Saboru hrvatske dijaspore nije bio nazocan Ministar vanjski poslova Tonino Picula, a umjesto njegovom zamjenika ili odgovarajuce osobe iz Ministarstva vanjski poslova organizatoru je dosao tek - faks isprike. U njemu se je Ministar osobno ispricao zbog svoga nedolaska na Sabor jer ima «neodgodive obveze" prema ranije utvrdjenom kalendaruNIKO SOLJAK, predsjednik Kluba, obratio se je nazocnim sudionicima, gostima Sabora te predstavnicima sredstava javnog priopcavanjaDIJASPORU SE ZELI OTPISATI!U domovini i u inozemstvu biti ce tesko objediniti podjeljene, razdjeljene pripadnike hrvatskog naroda. Moramo prestati optuzivati jedni druge, traziti krivce I gubiti energiju za istjerivanje pravde. Vlastima u RH-oj pogoduje djeljenje I medjusobne optuzbe. Vjerujemo da ce ovaj Sabor biti pocetak kraja razjedinjenosti pripadnika hrvatskog naroda, da smo shvatili I prihvatili zajednistvo kao osnovni preduvijet ocuvanja suvereniteta RH-e-zakljucio je. Ukidaju se prava povratnika, ukidaju se saborski zastupnici za dijasporu, zeli se dijaspora otudjito od Hrvatske I od hrvatskog naroda koji zivi i radi u Hrvatskoj. Nama je cilj da takve tendencije sprijecimo-naveo je pozdravljajuci sve nazocne i zazelivsi im uspjesan I plodonosan rad.DANASNJI PROGRAM RADA SABORA PO SATIMA I TEMAMA:Fundamentalna pitanja dijaspore11,00Uloga dijaspore u hrvatskoj vanjskoj politici12,00PAUZA:13,00Promidzba hrvatskog identiteta u svijetu15,00Hrvatska u procesu globalizacije15,45 STO JE DIJASPORA?Temu o samom odredjenju pojma dijaspore otvorio je prof. dr. Zvonimir Baletic napomenuvsi kako taj pojam ne sadrzi prava odredjenja biti sto dijaspora jesteZvonimir Baletic, profesor ekonomije na Fakultetu politicki znanosti Sveucilista u Zagrebu naveo je kako se je dosta vremena bavio pitanjem dijaspore. Premda-kako navodi, dijaspora nije, sto se hrvatske tice, noviji pojam buduci da se cijeli narod sa time susrece intezivnije u posljednjih 150 godina. Pri tome je dijasporu podjelio na tri kljucna segmenta a to su djelovi hrvatskog naroda sa statusom naroda ili nacionalne manjine. Pri tome je posebice, kako kaze, imao u vidu hrvatski nacionalni korpus u Bosni I Hercegovini i drugim zemljama nastalih raspadom bivse drzave. Drugi segment je hrvatsko starije prekomorsko iseljenistvo koje uglavnom danas predstavljaju potomci tih hrvata I treci segment najnovije hrvatsko iseljenistvo. Premda se-kako kaze, hrvate koji zive u inozemstvu do sada nazivalo raznoraznim imenima, isti smatra da bi najprimjereniji naziv bio Hrvatska izvandomovinska zajednica. Naime-istice-dijaspora znaci rasprsenost sto hrvati, objektivno gledaju i jesu. Pri tome je elaborirao ekonomske aspekte dijaspore navodeci da je hrvatska dozivjela cak tri vala iseljavanja, a takve tendencije u posljednje vrijeme imaju jednog od najznacajnijih uzroka upravo u velikoj nezaposlenosti u zemlji, ali I u zemljama gdje se tradicionalno odlazilo. Ustavna je obveza da hrvatska drzava brine prema svim pripadnicima svoga naroda. Zajednica domovinske i iseljene Hrvatske vrlo je vazna, jer predstavlja nezaobilazan faktorÂRADNA GRUPAFundamentalna pitanja dijaspore:Prof. dr. Zvonimir BaleticDr. Ante LausicVesna Jelinek MEdjUNARODNI ODNOSI REPUBLIKE HRVATSKENa prijepodnevnom, a djelomicno I na poslijepodnevnom djelu obradjivana je tema medjunarodnog polozaja Republike Hrvatske te stime u svezi polozaja dijaspore kao segmenta koji sasvim sigurno moze medjunarodni polozaj RH dodatno ucvrstiti. Naime, jake iseljenicke zajednice u svijetu lobiranjem I na druge nacine mogu mnogo pomoci RH-oj u ucvrscivanju njenog medjunarodnog polozaja. Na zalost, hrvatska dijaspora u tome djelu od strane nositelja drzavne vlasti RH-e se zaobilazi, a dijalog izmedju Ministarstva vanjski poslova RH-e s jedne strane te predstavnika raznih udruga hrvata u svijetu vodi se vaninstitucionalno. Sasvim sigurno postoji spremnost da se hrvatska izvandomovinska zajednica ukljuci kroz razne vidove pomoci. Na zalost, sustavno zaobilazenje tog mosta povezivanja steti medjunarodnom polozaju hrvatske, a dijaspora se dovodi na nivo prigodnog folklore umjesto da postane poluga istinskog razvoja. Hrvatsku izvandomovinsku zajednica svojoj domovini i narodu I dalje je, kao sto je uvijek i bila, na raspolaganjuDr. Ante LausicHRVATI U BIH NISU DIJASPORA!!!Hrvati u BiH nisu dijaspora. Hrvati su naseljavali podrucja BiH u isto vrijeme kada su hrvati naseljavali podrucje Hrvatske. Kroz povijest su se mijenjali samo drzavni okviri. Dakle, hrvati u BiH su konstitutivni narod. Ali, time ne prestaje obveza RH da se staraju i o njima kao i o drugim pripadnici hrvatskog naroda.Mr. Mario Viskovich-New York CIVILNO DRUSTVOÂStvaranje samostalne hrvatske drzave otvorilo je mogucnost slobodnog izrazavanja pripadnosti hrvatskom narodu i hrvatskoj drzavi. Medjutim, organiziranje i djelovanje hrvatske izvandomovinske zajednice (dijaspore) tesko se moze ostvariti kroz institucije sustava buduci da su te institucije nerjetko odbojne prema bilo kakvoj inicijativi povezivanja. Zbog toga je jedini logicni potez povezivanje sa nevladinim udrugama. Nevladine udruge cesto su blize pojedincima I zajednicama nego sto su vlade, slobodniji su latiti se problema, mogu privuci i uloziti dobrovoljan napor. Upravo su te nevladine udruge sredstvo i nacin da preko njih hrvatska izvandomovinska zajednica ukljuci u javni I politicki zivot u domovini. Sto su jace nevladine udruge u zemlji, jaca I njihov znacaj na institucije politickog sustava odnosno sustav vlasti. Stoga, jacajuci i neposredno djelujuci kroz institucije civilnog drustva postici cemo to da se i nase potrebe pocnu uvazavati i adekvatno cijeniti. Treba samo doci do akdekvatnog modela ukljucivanja. Brojne udruge ovakvog tipa clanovi su UN-a. Koliko mi je poznato-navodi Viskovich-jedino je od hrvatski nevladinih udruga Hrvatski svjetski kongres clan UN-a. Hrvatske nevladine udruge trebaju biti put institucionalnom povezivanju sa Europom i svijetom. Naime, kroz sve vidove suradnje sa nevladinim udrugam u drugim zemljama postici ce se da ce te udruge na nekin nacin lobirati za interese hrvatske drzave na putu prema europskim integracijama. Odbojan stav hrvatske diplomacije prema hrvatima u dijaspori je neopravdan i stetan, jer upravo dijaspora svojim utjecajem moze postici vise nego profesionalna institucije drzave. Vjerujem da ce vrijeme raditi za nas-zavrsio je gosp. Mario Viskovich.Slavko MarovicHrvatsko Gradjansko drustvoHrvati iz Crne Gore spadaju u nacionalne manjine u Crnoj Gori. "Zaljev hrvatskih svetaca" odnosno Boka Kotorska odakle dolazi gosp. Marovic ima brojnu hrvatsku zajednicu sto je stvar povijesnog naslijedja. Sto se tice pojma «dijaspora" drzi taj pojam uskim i nedovoljno odredivim.. Medjutim, i hrvati u Boki dijele sudbinu ostalih Hrvata koji zive na podrucju nekadasnje Jugoslavije i njihovom polozaju i ocuvanju nacionalnog identiteta treba se posvetiti posebna pozornostKAKO FINANCIRATI NEVLADINE UDRUGE ?Iz izlaganja prof. dr. Zvonimira Baletica:Doista, i s malo sredstava mogu se poluciti veliki ucinci. Postoje mnoge fundacije u svijetu, pa se cak i iz fondova stranih drzava mogu financirati te nevladine udruge. Ovo se prvenstveno misli na programe koje tu drzavu interesiraju.. Ali, prvenstveno treba naci veze.. Moraju postojati aktivnosti, a iz same aktivnosti nastati ce odgovarajuci projekti.. Naravno, same projekte nije lako napraviti buduci da trazi angaziranje veceg broja ljudi i poglavito strucnjaka. Hrvati iz dijaspore trebaju da se organiziraju u razne vidove udruga te da za svoj rad traze pomoc kako od drzave gdje djeluju tako i od Republike Hrvatske.ÂZNACAJ I ULOGA DIJASPORE U HRV. VANJSKOJ POLITICI (radna grupa)Mr. Mario ViskovichDr. Juraj PlenkovicDr. Srdjan BillDr. Petar KruzicJEDNOSMJERNA ULICA!Suradnja dijaspore i Vlade, tj. Ministarstva vanjski poslova nije zadovoljavajuca. Taj odnos doista lici na jednosmjernu ulicu. Nema nikakve povratne informacije. Time trpi i dijaspora, a i sama hrvatska drzava. Taj se odnos pod hitno mora poboljsati.Mario Viskovich:Gotovo smijesno i neozbiljno zvuci primjedba sluzbenika u konzulatu ili Veleposlanstvu RH-e koji kazu kako im je dovoljno da podignu slusalicu te nazovu State Departmant kako bi dogovorili sastanak. Za te sastanke, kazu, nije im potrebna dijaspora. Takve tvrdnje da nisu smijesne bile bi tragicne. Zar sluzbenik konzulata ili veleposlanstva moze i misliti da ce neko u instituacijama vlasti USA vise drzati do njihovog telefona nego do glasova, politickog i gospodarskog utjecaja brojnih Hrvata koji zive u Americi?KAKO BITI PREPOZNATLJIV?Tko krsi kvalitetnu i znalacku promociju hrvatskog turizama i hrvatski proizvoda u svijetuVrlo malo se cini na promociji hrvatskog turizma I proizvoda. Kako ce nas gost prepoznati ako ne budemo razliciti od drugih? Tesko! U hrvatskoj dijaspori ima veliki broj hrvata koji imaju svoje restorane. Indikativno je da rijetko koji nosi hrvatsko ime ili im je jelovnik na hrvatskom jeziku. Kod drugih je slucaj obrnut. Treba pogledati samo primjer Talijana, Turaka, Libanesa, Spanjolaca I Grka. Medjutim, I mi se imamo cime podiciti. Tu je npr. paski sir, janjetina ispod peke, punjene lignje, brudet od susene hobotnice I dr. Kada strane kuhare pitate da nabroje neka hrvatska jela isti ce prvenstveno nabrojiti cevape, raznjice, sarmu I dr. Naravo, zna se cija su to jela. O hrvatskim proizvodima se malo toga moze reci jer ih-nema! Doduse, ima nesto zestoki pica, vegetinih proizvoda te vina-dok kod ostale stvari kao i da ne postoje. U svakom vecem gradu postoje privatne turisticke agencije, ale se one samo koncentriraju za nudjenje usluga hrvatskoj zajednici. Malo tko je od njih pokusao prezentirati jedan paket ponuda za Hrvatsku. cega se oni boje, cega se srame? Hrvatska, njeni ugostitelji I voditelji turizma moraju promijeniti svoj stav prema hrvatskom turizmu, jer kad se gost jednom "orobi", on se vise na "mjesto zlocina" ne vraca.HRVATSKA U DOBA GLOBALIZACIJEProfesor Zvonimir Baletic govoreci o temi globalizacije navodi kako globalizaciju determiniraju sile iz vana. MI smo vec u postupku globalizacije- istice. Na nase trziste, u banke I dr. usli su drugo pod uvijetima koji su njih interesirali. Danas u globalizaciji ima I pobjednika I gubitnika.Mi nismo uspijeli da stran interes iskoristimo za vlastiti razvoj, ne ulaze se u novo. Strani kapital kod nas ne dolazi te mogu utvrditi kako je nas model globalizacije najpogubniji model globalizacije. Mi moramo u toj suradnji nesto uciniti I u vlastitu korist, a ne samo trpjeti stetu.ÂSasvim sigurno sa ovakvom politikom spasti cemo u kolonijalni sustav I ljudi ce se iseljavati iz zemlje. Koliko god danas ima veliki pritisak za poslom, nema libaralnog trzista rada vani, jer I vani ima dosta nezaposlenosti. Mi nemamo smisljeni odgovor na takvu situaciju. Te sile globalizacije nisu dobrocudne, vec sile trzista, konkurencije. To su "osvajacke" sile. Kazu-navodi prof. Baletic-moramo biti liberalni, prilagodjeni. Moramo se zapitati sto mi svijetu dajemo da nas private kao ravnopravnog clana.Nemamo sposobne ljude u produktivnom sektoru da mogu biti ravnopravni suradnici sa onima koji bi eventualno dosli. Ja sam-navodi ovaj eminentni ekonomski strucnjak-predlagao a I predlazem I sada devalvaciju kune za najmanje 30 % kako bi potakli razvoj, te domaci novac moramo afirmirati te izbjegavati da ga precijenimo. Ako to napravilo-izgubili smo mogucnost djelovanja-zakljucio je na kraju izlaganja prof. Baletic.ÂIz teme dr. ValcichaROBINSON CRUSOE U HRVATSKOM TURIZMUTuristi ne dolaze vise samo za cisto more. Sve mora da stima, moraju se graditi novi moderni hoteli sa idejom da budu i skupi za one koji mogu i umjereni za one koji visoku cijenu ne mogu sebi dopustiti. Danasnji hoteli su prije Marije Terezije, imaju brodske krevete, namjestaj i poslugu.ÂHrvatska vlada mora ohrabriti hrvate iz dijaspore da grade male boutiqe hotele, mora im dati izvjesne popuste da bi donijeli svoj kapital, jer on ce uvijek ostati u Hrvatskoj.Prof. dr. PlenkovicBRAK IZ NUZDEMoramo stvoriti uvijete za demokraciju. Brak Hrvatske sa Europom nije brak iz ljubavi nego-brak iz nuzde. Nisam protiv globalizacije, ali cinjenica je da globalna globalizacija stiti jaceg-a mi to nismo. Problem lezi u "faktoru kraja vrijednosti".Hrvatskoj u ovome trenutku treba jedinstvo gospodarskog pluralizma kojega na zalost nema jer je sve rasprodano. Misljenja je da dijaspora treba pod hitno djelovati te svojim ulaganjem pokusati zadrzati barem dio «obiteljskog srebra" u Hrvatskoj. Gospodarske vrijednosti trebaju biti zadrzane tu, u Hrvatskoj, i tu jedino moze pomoci u ovome trenutku dijaspora-predlozio je.Srdjan BillSTO RADITI?Sudeci prema do sada iznijetom stanje u Hrvatskoj nije dobro. Hrvatska je postala ovisnik gore nego o drogi. Sto mi imamo u Hrvatskoj-hrvatskog? Sto se moze uciniti? Izuzetno mi se je dopalo - naveo je- izlaganje gosp. Baletica koji mora biti u komisiji te predloziti kako dalje. Jer, ne mozemo prihvatiti cinjenicu da usprkos teskog stanje-ne moze se dalje.ÂNaime, navodi, jedan od najvecih americki predsjednika Roosevelt napravio je doista gospodarsko cudo. Pobijedio je na listi demokrata, a u svojoj vladi nije imao niti jednog demokrata. To je mozda nacin i na koji nacin situaciju u Hrvatskoj popraviti, barem kako je vidim iz perspektive zemlje gdje zivim. Nama, u Hrvatskoj, doista trebaju sposobni strucnjaci, a ne podobni, koji ce zbog sitnih politicki interesa trenutke politike zrtvovati hrvatsku, njeno gospodarstvo i buducnost za duze vrijeme-zakljucio je.Dr. Petar KruzicDIJASPORA KAO POLITICKA I GOSPODARSKA SNAGAPostoje ljudi koji imaju lijeka za ove bolesti.ÂNa zalost-navodi-nemamo bas mnogo ljudi koji nas slusaju, i razumiju. Govor dijaspore je isti tako hrvatski govor. Ako je Roosevelt mogao izvuci zemlju iz krize, onda to moze i hrvatska. Svi danas pitaju gdje je mjesto dijaspore, svi se na neki nacin zaklinju da su za jedinstvo domovinske i iseljene hrvatske, ali se na terenu «deklaratornost" ne ozivotvoruje. Mozda je razlog i politicka podobnost koja je prisutna i predstavlja kocnicu razvoja. Mi moramo imati ljude koji ce razumjeti, koji ce znati i koji ce htjeti promijeniti stvari na bolje. Ne trebamo vrsiti nikakvu «revoluciju", hrvatska dijaspora je politicka i gospodarska snaga koja svojim utjecajem moze izbaciti na povrsinu ljude koji imaju znanje, zelju i volju da hrvatsku pretvore u drzavu blagostanja sto ovaj kroz povijest napaceni narod-doista zasluzuje.Ivica Gamber NEMA STRATESKE VIZIJE RAZVOJAGlobalizacija je vec pocela pokazivati negativne ucinke na Hrvatsku, a jasan je prikaz nemoci da se u te procese ukljuci na kvalitetan nacin. Dijaspora, ukoliko doista zeli utjecati na procese u drustvu, mora postati i politicka sila. Kako pomoci Hrvatskoj? Izlaz iz hrvatske situacije nije moguc na politicki, vec prvenstveno na gospodarski nacin. A da bi se to moglo kvalitetno odraditi potrebno je imati stratesku viziju hrvatskog razvoja. Ona ne postoji tako da se luta u bitnim stvarima. Doslo je do raslojavanja na veliki broj sirotinje i mali broj bogatih. Srednji sloj u hrvatskoj je nestao. A zna se da je upravo srednji sloj poluga razvoja. Problemi se ne mogu rjesavati ustavnim promjenama, a cinjenica je da se ustavne promjene provode u cilju dnevne politike. Treba preuzeti Irski model gdje se ustavne promjene izrade, a pocnu se provoditi za deset godina. Taj svojevrsni «vacatio legis" potreban je poradi prilagodbe promjenama koje slijede.Radovan Smokvina, dipl. ing.TKO PRODAJE HRVATSKE OTOKE?Desavaju se smijesne stvari. Eto, npr. na internetu na portalu www.monitor.hr ima jedan «londonski mail" pod naslovom «Sjebavanje jedne sjebane drzave". Ispricavajuci se prisutnima za prost naslov navodi kako se u tome tekstu opisuje jedan oglas u novinama u «Financial Time" gdje hrvatske firme prodavaju hrvatske otoke. Danas vec imate privatnike koji su vlasnici hrvatski otoka-naveo je. Ova konstatacija izazvala je nevjericu i zaprepastenje sudionika.Dr. Ante Lausic KOLIKO HRVATA IMA U DIJASPORI? Ovdje se govori o dijaspori, a ne zna se tocno koliko Hrvata uopce ima u svijetu! Predsjednik Hrvatskog svjetskog kongresa, gosp. Simun Sito coric-inace moj dobar prijatelj-rekao je da Hrvata ima vani otprilike koliko ih ima u Hrvatskoj. Mislim da je ta brojka pretjerana i da ih ima znatno manje.ÂPRVI SABOR HRVATSKE DIJASPOREBILTEN RADA SABORA (II. radni dan)INFORMIRANJE U FUNKCIJI RAZVOJA RHPorec, 22. svibnja 2002. god.Drugi dan Sabora poceo je u 09,00 sati uvodnom rijecju Predsjednika kluba, gosp. Nike Soljka. U uvodnom djelu gosp. Soljak je naveo kako je informatizacija jedan od bitnih preduvijeta suvremene komunikacije. Dijaspora u svome sustinskom odredjenju simbolizira rasprsenost, dok nasuprot tih tendencija moraju postojati cimbenici kohezije I povezivanja. Tu dolaze razni mediji medju kojima je gosp. Soljak posebno naveo tiskane I elektronske medije. Pri tome se posebno osvrnuo na list "Dijaspora" u cijem uredjivanju I neposredno sudjeluje. Taj list je-naveo je, jos jedan pokusaj da se problematika dijaspore odnosno hrvatske izvandomovinske zajednice sto zornije prikaze. Naravno-naveo je gosp. Soljak, to nije jedini list koji je namjenjen dijaspori I njihovoj problematici. Trenutno ima vise listova koje povremeno ili nestu cesce izlaze. Govoreci o drugim listovima posebno se osvrnuo na list "Libra". Poznata je stvar-naveo je gosp. Soljak, da onaj tko drzi sredstva informiranja pod kontrolom-drzi moc. Mi moramo uciniti sve da imamo vlastita sredstva javnog priopcavanja koja ce biti neovisna od drzavne kontrole ili censure I koja ce na jedan objektivan nacin govoriti o dijaspori. Tada cemo imati stvarnu moc te necemo doci pod utjecaj onih koji bi htjeli dijasporu instrumentalizirati I koristiti je u dnevno-politicke svrhe bez stvarne namjere da bilo sto promjene u sada-kako kaze-zalosnom stanju informiranja u domovini, ali i u drugim drzavama gdje zive i rade hrvati.TELEGRAMIMedju mnostvom pristiglih telegrama izdvajaju se pozdravni telegrami Udruge hrvatskih iseljenika i povratnika iz Zagreba te Predsjednika Zupanijske skupstine Primorsko-Goranske iz Rijeke. U telegramu su cestitke i zelje za uspjesan rad na povezivanju i ucvrscenju veza domovinske i iseljene hrvatske.Radovan Smokvina, dipl. ing.MEDIJI SU STUB DEMOKRATSKE DRZAVE.Mediji su stub demokratske drzave. Tu su tiskani i elektronski mediji. Naglasio bih, medjutim, vaznost interneta. Pokazatelji vezani za ovaj medij posebno su porazavajuci kad se ima u vidu da u RH tek 10% ljudi prati Internet, od cega 9 % mladih. U Svicarskoj postoji Internet portal www.croatia.ch. koji se odrzava volonterski, a ima svoje clanove i sponzore. Pojedinci moraju zrtvovati svoj trud i rad jer bez toga se jednostavno ne moze. Upravo ovaj medij /Internet/ dijaspora bi trebala koristiti. Drugi dio medija-tisak (tiskovine) kao sto su tromjesecnici i «drustvene obavijesti" koji su 70-tiho godina izlazili u Svicarskoj. Te tiskovine je ugasila Vlada RH-e. Nakon toga se je rodila nova Udruga. «Libra" je novi broj te Udruge. Inace-kako navodi gosp. Smokvina, situacija u medijima je vise nego zalosna. Ako se ima u vidu cinjenica da bez vlastitih medija nije lako postici subjektivitet onda je nuzno razmisliti o pokretanju i izdavanju lista koji bi pokrio sve zemlje. Na takav nacin bi uz kvalitetnu uredjivacku politiku, politicku i gospodarsku neovisnost bilo moguce kohezirati ipak sada razjedinjenu dijasporu da ona postane stvarna, a ne prividna snaga i cimbenik ciji se glas i misljenje uvazava.Nema istinske demokracije bez medijski sloboda, a kolike su one sada u domovini mozete i samo zakljuciti-zavrsio je gosp. Smokvina.dr. Petar KruzicJEDINSTVENI PORTALTrebao bi jedinstveni portal za cijelu dijasporu. Tako bi se na jednom mjestu nasle adrese iz Amerike, Australije, Njemacke. Sto se tice tiskovina, u njima pisemo sami sebi, jer kad pisemo novinama opet se to objavi u Njemackoj. Nas glas se u domovini i ne cuje...ÂProf. dr. juraj plenkovicINFORMATIZACIJA KAO PREDUVIJET RAZVOJACitirajuci u svom uvodnom djelu glavnog I odgovornog urednika casopisa "Media, culture and public relations", gosp. Maria Plenkovica naveo je kako postoje mnogobrojne bitne odrednice koje odredjuju covjeka, javnost I komunikacije. Tako je covjek osim kao drustveno I radom, odredjen I kao komunikativno bice /zoon legon ehon/. Citirajuci navode o tome prof. Plenkovic je naveo kako je conditio sine qua non-stavljanje informacija na prvo mjesto. Neophodno je potrebno da se usmjeri nova vlast u RH-oj na potrebu informatizacije svih institucija RH-e. Pa, cak, iduci I dalje, uciniti dostupnim da se cjelokupni znanstveni fundus putem interneta ucini dostupnim svima, a poglavito ljudi ma koji zive u drugim zemljama kako bi I na takav nacin, u jednim za njih nepovoljnim uvjetima (asimilacija) mogli sacuvati svoj nacionalni identitet. Na takav nacin najbolji strucnjaci bi mogli stvoriti jednu globalnu hrvatsku, akumulirati znanje I potencijal hrvatske I staviti ga direkton u funkciju razvoja. Jer, znacaj kvalitetnih I objektivnih informacije nije bitan samo za hrvate van domovine, vec I mnogo sire.ÂIng. Ivan LackovicTreba traziti od TV-e da nam daje vise mjesta, jer HRT se gleda i u Europi i u svijetu. Na takav nacin ce iseljena hrvatska biti puno bliza domovinskoj!NIKO SOLJAK, predsjednik Kluba te urednik lista «Dijaspora"UZDAJ SE USE I U SVOJE KLJUSEProblem je sto nema koordinacije. U potpunosti podrzavam navode gosp. Smokvine i drugih da se napravi zajednicki portal. To je doista od vitalnog interesa sa nas, ali i za cijelu dijasporu . Moramo napraviti portal gdje ce biti moguce dobiti prave i tocne informacije o svemu sto ljudima iz dijaspore treba. Za list «Dijaspora" napominjem da bi trebao biti list domovinske i iseljene Hrvatske. Konacno, zato smo se tu i nasli. Poslat cemo Matici iseljenika prijedlog i poziv, a zamislite da se oni i ne odazovu. Jedini izlaz ce biti portal u svijetu buduci da sa njima nece biti problema. A sto se tice troskova tiskanja lista «Dijaspora" tu moramo naci sami rjesenje. Obratili smo se svim institucijama drzave za pomoc, ali nas ocito nitko ne podrzava osim nas samih. Na zalost, to je istina i to znate i sami.ing. Ivica LackovicA MATICA??Glede cinjenice da je izdavanje bilo kakvih tiskovina izuzetno skupo, ne znam zasto se ova Udruga ne bi javila i zatrazila pomoc od Matice Hrvatske buduci da, sasvim sigurno, ostvaruje preduvjete da se i Matica ukljuci-predlozio je gosp. Ivica Lackovic.Ante ZovkoJE LI HRVATSKI ZID TVRDJI OD BERLINSKOG?U vezi TV medija zalosno je sto se dogodilo u ovo vrijeme. Nasa vlast se sama zatvara, neprestano gradi zid izmedju sebe I dijaspore. Sto mi mozemo saznati vani o Hrvatskoj I sto Hrvatska moze saznati o nama? Vrlo malo. Najgora je stvar sto to tako traje vec duze vrijeme. Doslovno su nas iskljucili iz svih vijesti.Ovakvo stanje sa aspekta dijaspore je neprihvatljivo buduci da su hrvati u iseljenistvu, kao pripadnici hrvatskog nacionalnog bica vezani za domovinu. Ovo je sustinsko pitanje. Poglavito kad je u pitanju televizija buduci da je to najgledaniji medij u domovini.ÂRadovan Smokvina KAKO TISKATI LISTSasvim sigurno da tiskanje lista predstavlja veliki problem. Naravno, najjeftiniji je portal, ali treba voditi racuna i o tiskovinama. Tiskanje «Libre" kostalo je oko 1700 us$. Tehnicki dio je napravljen amaterski, urednica je Kolic, a samo urednistvo lista volontersko. Kosta distribucija kod novina, a samo tiskanje i nije skupo. Kod Internet izdanja vrlo malo, de facto samo postavljanje i odrzavanje na serveru. Ako bi se tiskala «Dijaspora" trebalo bi imati vise centara. Sto se tice satelitske TV iskljucila nas je tehnologija. Naime, HRT je digitalizirana i ne ide preko satelita. U Svicarskoj se moze gledati preko dekodera.dr. Petar KruzicPOGLED IZ STUTTGARTAUkoliko zelite gledati HRT morate to posebno platiti. Rijec je o mjesecnoj pretplati koja je i za njemacke prilike dosta velika. Veliki broj hrvata u Stuttgartu i okolici gleda HRT i mogu ustvrditi da su ogorceni na cinjenicu sto su nabavili opremu za satelitsko pracenje programa (analogno), da bi nakon toga HRT presao na emitiranje programa digitalno. Tako da im je sada ta oprema-prakticni bespotrebna. A i cijena pretplate digitalnog emitiranja je dosta visoka. Kad bi HRT u tome segmentu imao mjere, i gledanost bi bila puno veca.Mr. Mario ViskovichHRT-5 SATI DNEVNOHrvati u Sjevernoj Americi u prilici su gledati program HRT otprilike 5 sati dnevno i to dva televizijska programa. Cijena pretplate iznosi cca 25 US$. Medjutim, misljenja sam da bi trebalo vise koristiti kratki val koji je prihvatljiv jer je dobra cujnost ali na zalost emitira se samo dva sata dnevno. Interes je brojne populacije Hrvata u Sj. Americi da se program emitira 24 sata za sto postoje tehnicki preduvjeti. CRVENKAPICA BAJCI NE VJERUJETijekom diskusija , poglavito za pracenje dijaspore na elektronickom medijima kao sto je HTV-e-bilo je i zucnih, reklo bi se-ogorcenih tonova. Posebno su upecatljivi primjeri jednog od sudionika koji je opisujuci svoj polozaj naveo da je po njegovom dolasku u zemlju HRT pohrlio da ga snimi. Ali, receno mu je, pazite sto pricate te savjetovano kako je sve lijepo, kako je sretan i zadovoljan. Bez obzira sto lice nije odavalo takvo ozracje! Mediji sve trpe, pa i one koji eto, i ne sanjajuci, moraju glumiti u vlastitoj tragediji. Ili bajci. Naravno, sluzbeno i nije bilo cenzure. Ona je izbjegnuta na elegantan nacin. Jednostavno je savjetovano sto treba reci. Ovakav istup, koji je na svu srecu bio pojedinacan naisao je na razumijevanje sudionika koji su na takav nacin postali svjesni cinjenice da stvari i nisu bas onako svijetle kakvim se cine, niti toliko crne da nema izgleda da se stvari dovedu na svoje mjesto. Kada demokracija, civilno drustvo i javna televizija profunkcioniraju u cijelosti, stvari ce se sasvim sigurno bitno promijeniti. Dotle, na zalost, crvenkapica bajci na vjeruje. Pa makar bila i njena vlastita bajka.Dr. Radovan SmokvinaPortal je robna kuca koja ima sve ducane, citav meni je sa strane. Portal obuhvaca sve, prioritetno treba govoriti upravo o portalu I njega mora odrzavati veci krug ljudi. Portal mora zivjeti, rekao bih, u potpunosti.NIKO SOLJAK: List «Dijaspora" ima sansu da dobije tirazu i do 50.000 primjeraka kada bi tiskanje postalo rentabilno...Radna skupina za izradu portala:Ideju portala trebali bi razraditi :Vesna JelinekJadranka MatosicRadovan Smokvinaumjesto komentaraPlaniranim ukidanjem prava glasovanja dijaspori dovodi se ne samo u pitanje njihovo legitimno pravo, nego i osjecaji prema domovini. A zna se koliko je dijaspora dala, koliko daje i koliko moze dati svojoj domovini. To dijaspora cini i cinila je i to ne iz interesa, nego iz ljubavi prema svojoj domovini i narodu.BACIC MLADEN BOZOTURIZAM BEZ PROGRAMA OSUDJEN NA PROPASTGovoreci o prirodnim ljepotama i uvalama Zadra i okolice Bacic navodi kako te prirodne ljepote nisu stavljene u funkciju visokog elitnog turizma, a ne postoji niti programi koji navjescuju da bi se to moglo u skoroj buducnosti dogoditi..HRVATSKA DIJASPORA JUCER, DANAS, SUTRADr. Ante LausicZAKON SUMNJIVIH BROJEVABivsa HDZ-ovska vlast brinula je o iseljenicima, dok ih je ova vlast u potpunosti zanemarila. Vec sam prethodno rekao kako brojke koje su neki predstavnici dijasporski organizacija plasirale-u najmanju ruku sumnjive. Naime, prema mome istrazivanju broj Hrvata vani nije toliko veliki koliko su neki htjeli prikazati sluzeci se umjesto zakona logike-zakonom sumnjivih brojeva. Tako, ilustracije radi, baratalo se je podacima o 12.000 hrvata u Juznoafrickoj Republici dok provedene ankete pokazuju da hrvata nema vise od 6.000. Bio sam 1989. godine u Kanadi kada mi je casni Josip djuran da u Kanadi nema vise od 80.000 hrvata. Treci primjer je Venezuela gdje hrvata nema vise od 1000. Misljenja sam da brojku kojom se je baratalo, a to je, zamislite, 4,5 milijuna moramo umanjiti za najmanje dva milijuna hrvata. Konacno, bitno je i definirati tko je Hrvat-iseljenik. Druga generacija vec govori da nisu hrvati, dok je treca generacija gotovo otpisana zbog asimilacije. Netko je dobro koristio ova cetiri milijuna-zakljucio je na kraju.Mario ViskovichHDZ SE USPJESNO POISTOVJETIO SA HRVATSKOMDobro je da shvatimo sto se desavalo u Hrvatskoj. HDZ kao politicka stranka uspjesno je sebe u dijaspori poistovjetila sa hrvatskom drzavom i tko je bio protiv HDZ-a, bio je odmah i protiv drzave. Sadasnja vlast nas je takodjer odbacila. Ocito sadasnja vlast nije ni svjesna cinjenice da u dijaspori ima dosta sposobnih ljudi koji bi zajedno sa vladom i drzavom ostvarili uspjesne ciljeve za drzavu i za narod. Trebamo ostvariti utjecaj tamo gdje se zakoni donose, odnosno naci nacina da utjecemo na one koji donose zakone.Novac iz dijaspore je dolazio u Hrvatsku, a gdje je odlazio sada nitko ne zna. Niti tko ga je trosio i na koje nacine. Sa novcem dijaspore-istice gosp. Smokvina, kupljen je i predsjednicki zrakoplov. O tome se suti iako se to zna-kategorican je on.IVICA KAMBERDIJASPORA SUTRADijaspora mora znati sto hoce i kako to sto hoce i ostvariti. Mora misliti dugorocno iako se ona nikada u potpunosti nece vratiti u Hrvatsku. Cilj ovog skupa nije klasicna izmjena informacija. Mislim da bi bilo dobro da dijaspora progovori o mnogim stvarima o kojima se zna.,a o cemu se suti.NIKO SOLJAK, urednik lista «Dijaspora"RAZGOVOR GLUHIH!Da smo mi dobili novac od Vlade za udrugu, ovaj bi list «Dijaspore" izasao. Nadam se da ce Vlada jednog dana imati sluha da cuje glas dijaspore. U posljednje dvije godine nama nije ni kune dodijeljeno za rad, a cca 2.500.000 dolara je dodjeljeno drugim udrugama. Stvarno ne znam u cemu je problem. Eto, cuo sam da je cak i Udruga za skupljanje odbjeglih zivotinja dobila od Vlade poticajna sredstva, dok ovaj Klub u tri godine rada nije dobio niti jednu kunu. Da nije tragicno, bilo bi komicno. No, nadam se da ce cjelokupna dijaspora shvatiti znacenje lista i podrzati ovaj Klub jer smo izgleda osudjeni na razgovor gluhih. Stoga nije ni cudo da nas ne cuju. Ali, da nas i ne vide? E, to je stvarno previse!!U sklopu promidzbene akcije «S predsjednikom na kavu" doslo je do promjena kad su predstavnici dijaspore u pitanjuS DIJASPOROM NI NA KAVU!!Da se politicki pogledi i stranke mijenjaju preko noci-to je opcepoznata praksa na ovim prostorima. Ali, da se mijenja i pice-to je vec malo teze. A kad se stalna navika promjeni zbog osoba s druge strane stola koje bi trebale drzati vrucu salicu espressa-e to je zbilja rijetkost. Takav nesvakidasnji slucaj desio se je kada su sudionici I. Sabora Hrvatske dijaspore saznali da ce se u vrijeme njihovog boravka na Brijunima na tome otocju nalaziti i Predsjednik RH-e g.din Stjepan Mesic. Na zamolbu da i sa njima, kao i sa ostalim gradjanima, Predsjednik popije kavu odgovoreno je-negativno. No comment!III. DANIzlet na BrijuneSvecana podjela zahvalnicaSnimanje radio-emisije za dijasporu (I. program HRT-a) - emitirano 23. 05. 2002. god. od 20,00 - 22,00_______________24. svibnja - 09,00 sati PRESS konferencija______________ letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 24 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6133/1/H-Veleposlanik-Grdesica-promovira-Hrvatsku-u-Michiganu.html Veleposlanstvo Republike Hrvatske u Sjedinjenim Američkim Državama Embassy of the Republic of Croatia to the United States of America 2343 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington D.C. 20008 Press office, ÂPhone: (202) 986 9476 Fax.: (202) 588 8938 E-mail: press@croatiaemb.org  Âwww.croatiaemb.org  PRESS RELEASEVeleposlanikGrdešić promovira Hrvatsku u MichiganuVELEPOSLANIKGRDEŠIĆ PUŠTA U RAD GOSPODARSKU MISIJU AMERIČKE SAVEZNE DRŽAVEMICHIGAN U REPUBLICI HRVATSKOJVeleposlanik Grdešić pušta u rad gospodarsku misijuMichigana u Republici Hrvatskoj. Tijekom posjete Michiganu Grdešić seobratio Zastupničkom domu i Senatu Skupštine Michigana. Osim političkogi gospodarskog, posjeta uključuje i akademski dio. Posjetom želimone samo potaknuti interes gospodarstvenika, nego u partnerstvu s njima i državomMichigan kreirati uvjete u kojima će ta suradnja biti obostrano korisna,rekao je Grdešić.WashingtonDC, 21. svibnja- Veleposlanik Republike Hrvatske u Sjedinjenim državama, dr. Ivan Grdešiću posjeti je američkoj saveznoj državi Michigan. Nizom susreta tijekomposjete, koju su organizirali World Hope USA, američka organizacija zaposlovni razvoj i Doug Hart, predstavnik u Michiganskom državnom parlamentu,veleposlanik Grdešić u utorak će službeno pustiti u rad gospodarskumisiju Michigana u Republici Hrvatskoj. Veleposlanik Grdešić bio je prisutan na današnjemzasjedanju Parlamenta savezne američke države Michigan te na ceremonijitijekom koje su mu parlamentarni zastupnici države Michigan uručiliposebno priznanje za promoviranje odnosa Republike Hrvatske i države Michigan.Grdešić se potom obratio Zastupničkomdomu te nešto kasnije i Senatu Parlamenta države Michigan govorivši o političkojnormalizaciji i sigurnosti te spremnosti Hrvatske za preuzimanje obveza utransatlantskom savezništvu. Iz tog političkog savezništva proizlazi igospodarsko savezništvo SAD-a i Hrvatske te želja Hrvatske za uspostavljanjemšto boljih odnosa sa državom Michigan, rekao je Grdešić.Veleposlanik Grdešić zadržao se i urazgovoru sa predsjedavajućim Parlamenta, Rickom Johnsonom te vođom većine,Dan DeGrowom. Formalno puštanje u rad gospodarske misijeMichigana u Hrvatskoj dogodit će se danas obraćanjem veleposlanikaGrdešića skupu od 120 poslovnih ljudi iz Michigana tijekom većernjegprimanja u Centru Richard DeVos. Primanje je organizirano u suradnji s Centrom za globalnu trgovinu Michiganskog državnog sveučilištaGrand Valley, s čijim se profesorima Grdešić susreo jučer. DržavaMichigan ima vrlo razvijene odnose sa inozemnim proizvođačima, osobitokompanijama iz Japana i Njemačke, a Michigan i Detroit puni su kompanija uobiteljskom vlasništvu i privatnih poduzetnika. To je kompatibilno saprioritetima razvoja Hrvatske te je, kao i najmodernije, po okolinu prijateljsketehnologije koje se ovdje koriste, Hrvatskoj vrlo zanimljivo. Siguran sam daće se gospodarska suradnja Hrvatske i Michigana dodatno unaprijeditipokretanjem trgovačke misije Michigana u Hrvatskoj, rekao je veleposlanik Grdešić. Sljedeća značajna planirana aktivnostgospodarske misije je road-show, posjeta poslovnih ljudi iz Michigana Hrvatskojsljedeće godine.Veleposlanik Grdešić jučer je posjetiokompaniju Alticor susrevši se s njenim direktorima. Kompanije-kćeriAlticora su Amway, jedna od vodećih svjetskih kompanija u područjuizravne prodaje, Quixtar, pionir-kompanija u području Internetkupovine te Access Business Group, usmjerena na Internet(business-to-business) poslovanje i razvoj proizvoda. Alticor zapošljava preko10.000 ljudi u 80 zemalja svijeta nudeći vitaminske, kozmetičke iprehrambene proizvode te hotelske, proizvodne i logističke usluge iostvaruje godišnju prodaju od preko 4 milijarde dolara. Predsjednik i suvlasnikAlticora, Steve Van Endel trenutno je predsjednik američke gospodarskekomore.Susreti veleposlanika Grdešića sagospodarstvenicima Michigana usmjereni su ne samo na velike, nego i na kompanijesrednje i male veličine. Veleposlanik je tako posjetio i kompaniju kojaproizvodi tekstil i odjeću, Fabri-Tech, a susreo se i sapredsjednikom kompanije ITS Communications koja razvija tehnološkiprojekt povezivanja kompanija iz Michigana i Hrvatske putem Interneta, te sadesetak poslovnih ljudi iz obližnjeg grada Hollanda.World Hope USA američka je organizacija zagospodarski razvoj sa sjedištem u Michiganu koja je prisutna u Hrvatskoj od1996. godine. Do sada je bila usmjerena na privlačenje strane pomoćiHrvatskoj, a u budućnosti će se fokusirati na gospodarski razvojHrvatske. ####Kontakt,samo za novinare: Alan Vojvodić,202 986 9476, press@croatiaemb.org letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 24 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6132/1/H-Veleposlanik-Grdesica-u-posjeti-Pfizeru.html Veleposlanstvo Republike Hrvatske u Sjedinjenim Američkim Državama Embassy of the Republic of Croatia to the United States of America 2343 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington D.C. 20008 Press office, ÂPhone: (202) 986 9476 Fax.: (202) 588 8938 E-mail: press@croatiaemb.org  Âwww.croatiaemb.org  PRESS RELEASETIJEKOMBORAVKA U MICHIGANU VELEPOSLANIK GRDEŠIĆ POSJETIO FARMACEUTSKU KOMPANIJUPFIZER ÂWashingtonDC, 22. svibnja- Veleposlanik Republike Hrvatske u Sjedinjenim državama, dr. Ivan Grdešiću trodnevnoj je posjeti američkoj saveznoj državi Michigan, kojom označavapočetak rada gospodarske misije Michigana u Republici Hrvatskoj. Veleposlanik Grdešić posjetio je danasglobalno sjedište za istraživanje i razvoj farmaceutske kompanije Pfizer.Tijekom obilaska pogona i laboratorija u Ann Arboru, Michigan, veleposlanik jedomaćine, znanstvenike i predstavnike menadžmenta Pfizera, upoznao sagospodarskim i akademskim potencijalima Hrvatske. Razgovaralo se i o povijestifarmaceutske industrije u Hrvatskoj te o višegodišnjoj poslovnoj suradnjiPLIVE, hrvatske farmaceutske kompanije i Pfizera. Pfizer, vodeća svjetskafarmaceutska kompanija otkupljuje sirovinu i plaća rojalitete PLIVI zaproizvodnju i prodaju makrolidnog antibiotika Zithromaxa (Azitromicina).ÂTijekom dana veleposlanik Grdešić posjetio jeSveučilište Michigan u Ann Arboru u čijem je Centru za Ruske i Istočnoeuropskestudije održao seminar za okupljene profesore i studente na temu hrvatsketranzicije i razvoja demokracije u Hrvatskoj, čime je završio višednevnuposjetu Michiganu.Tijekom jučerašnjeg dana, veleposlanik Grdešićgovorio je o političkim i gospodarskim prilikama u Hrvatskoj i regiji predoba doma michiganskog parlamenta te je primio i posebno priznanje za promicanjeodnosa Hrvatske i Michigana. Osim toga, Grdešić je posjetio nekolikokompanija male i srednje veličine kao i korporaciju Alticor teMichigansko državnog sveučilišta Grand Valley.####Kontakt,samo za novinare: Alan Vojvodić,202 986 9476, press@croatiaemb.org####Mediacontact: Alan Vojvodić, (202) 986 9476, press@croatiaemb.org letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 24 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6131/1/E-NFCA-Convention-and-Banquet-in-New-York-June-12002.html NFCA INVITES CROATIAN-AMERICAN ACTIVISTS TO ITS 2002 ASSEMBLY OFDELEGATES' MEETING AND BANQUET IN NEW YORK CITYÂÂÂwww.NFCAÂÂÂÂThe National Federation of Croatian Americans (NFCA) invitesCroatian-American activists to attend the public proceedings of itsNinth Annual Assembly of Delegates on Saturday June 1, 2002 from 1:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at La Guardia Airport's Courtyard Marriot, located at90-10 Grand Central Parkway, East Elmhurst, New York 11369. Scores ofCroatian-Americans from throughout the United States are expected toattend.The theme of this year's Annual Assembly will be Croatia's image in theUnited States and the world. Negative stereotypes concerning Croatia area major stumbling block toward Croatia's greater integration with theWest. The promotion of Croatia's culture can play a key role in buildinga positive image of Croatia among American officials and the public.In that regard, the NFCA has invited Croatia's Ambassador to the UnitedStates, Dr. Ivan Grdesic, to address the Assembly.The NFCA further expects the Assembly of Delegates to discuss theestablishment of a Croatian-American business council, to be comprisedof top business leaders, to foster economic development in Croatia.For dinner reservations, please make out your check to the NationalFederation of Croatian Americans and send it to our nationalheadquarters at 1329 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036.For more information, please contact the NFCA at 202-331-2930 or bye-mail at NFCAhdq@aol.com or the President of the NFCA, John Kraljic, atJKraljic@email.msn.com or at 718-939-0052. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 24 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6130/1/H-Obiljezavanje-100-godisnjice-Napretka-26-Svibnja-NY.html ÂHrvatsko kulturno drustvo Napredak organizira zanimljivo predavanje povodom proslave svoje stote obljetnice te proslave Dana Napretka u nedjelju 26.6.2002 u Hrvatskom Centru na Manhattanu na adresi 502 West 41 ulica, s pocetkom u 13 sati. Predavanje pod nazivom "Vizija Hrvatske" odrzati ce Dr. Drago Stambuk, bivsi opunomoceni predstavnik Republike Hrvatske u Velikoj Britaniji i veleposlanik RH u Indiji, Egiptu i vecem broju arapskih zemalja. Dr Stambuk ce govoriti o principima hrvatske vanjske i unutarnje politike, u kontekstu svjetskog poretka i medjunarodnih odnosa, a osobito u svjetlu americkog angazmana u borbi protiv medjunarodnog terorizma. Takoder ce zboriti o odnosu Hrvatske prema susjednima zemljama, osobito Bosni i Hercegovini koju drzi najvaznijom zemljom za Hrvatsku i sestrinskom republikom cija ce sudbina u mnogome oblikovati buducnost Republike Hrvatske, kao i obratno. Dr. Stambuk ce raspraviti odnose izmedju principa i interesa u procesu donosenja politickih odnosa, te potrebu da Hrvatska slijedi univerzalne principe kao svoj najveci nacionalni interes, cime ce pridonijeti stabilizaciji regije, Europe i svijeta.Nakon predavanja slijedi glazbeni program i domjenak. Za sve informacije, molimo obratite se na 212-688-9077 ili nakdeletis@excite.com.ÂÂPovijest HKD Napredak Hrvatsko je kulturno društvo nastalo od "Hrvatskog potpornog društva za potrebne đakeÂsrednjih i visokih šola iz BiH", osnovanog u Mostaru 14. rujna 1902. i "Hrvatskog društva zaÂnamještanje djece u zanate i trgovinu", osnovanog u Sarajevu 11. studenog 1902. Sarajevskom sedruštvu 1904. pridodaje ime Napredak, i kako su oba društva bila gotovo identičnih ciljeva iÂzadataka, 1907. godine se ujedinjujnu i djeluju pod zajedničkom imenom Napredak.ÂU Sarajevu se 1912. izgrađuje prelijepa "Napretkova palača", zatim 1920. i 1921. đački domovi"Kralj Tomislav" u Sarajevu i "Kralj Petar Svačić" u Mostaru. Napredak je izgradio višenamjenskedomove u Tuzli, Zenici, Bugojnu, Travniku, Vitezu, Širokom Brijegu, Brčkom i u Zagrebu(Bogovićeva 1). Napredak je samo u prvih 25 godina postojanja odškolovao i pomagao odškolovati 6.300 đaka istudenata (među kojima su dva nobelovca - Ivo Andrić i Vladimir Prelog). Napredak je ubrzo razvio i nakladničku djelatnost. Redovito od 1908. do 1947. izlazi Hrvatskinarodni kalendar, a od 1921. i mjesečnik Napredak. Napredak, također, posjeduje kulturnoprosvjednu zbirku, zborove, limenu glazbu i organizira različite priredbe i zabave. Napredak uzto ima i omladinsku organizaciju i Srednjoškolski pjevački zbor.ÂGodine 1923. osnovana je Napretkova Zadruga koja je bila štedionica, svojevrsna banka iÂosiguravajaće društvo. Zadruga već 1934. ima 13.000 članova od Zemuna do Zagreba i od Splitado Čakovca. Napredak 1936. ima 151 podružnicu i 44 povjerenstva, s preko 20.000 članova. I poredsvega što je Napredak značio činio, režim ga 1949. ukida.ÂObnovljen je 29. rujna 1990. u Sarajnevu, i do sada je obnovljeno i osnovano 66 podružnica iÂpovjerenstva, s oko 20.000 članova. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 24 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6135/1/E-Sacramento-Croatian-Extravaganza-June-8-9.html Â20th AnniversaryCROATIAN EXTRAVAGANZAÂJune 8 & 9, 2002A European Festival in the Old World TraditionCroatian American Cultural Centerhttp://www.cacc.com/Âinfo@cacc.comThe Croatian American Cultural Center in Sacramento, California is a non profit organizationÂwhose main purpose is to promote the Croatian name to the local and surrounding communitiesas well as to preserve and endear the Croatian culture for future generations.SACRAMENTOJune 8 & 9, 20023730 Auburn Blvd.Gates open at noonAdmission $6.00The Croatian Extravaganza, one of California's most popular cultural andsocial events, is right around the corner and like those preceding it,promises good food, good entertainment and fun for all who attend. Join usthe weekend of June 8th & 9th at the Croatian-American Cultural Center,located at 3730 Auburn Boulevard (one block east of Watt & Auburn & I-80) tocelebrate the lively, festive traditions of the Croatian people. TheExtravaganza, launched in 1982, is a tribute to Croatians everywhere whohave made their mark in the arts, civic, political and professional arenas.Highlighting the entertainment is popular recording star, Zlatko Pejakovicand Maja Zupanovic, of Croatia, Mate Caric and Petra Tulic from Los Angeles,and Sacramento's own D.J. by Mario.In addition, some of Croatia's most beautiful folk dances will be performedby Sacramento's own children folklore dancing group "Kolibrici" and byvisiting folklore groups "Hrvatska Ruza" from New York, and "Koraci" fromSan Jose.The Croatian American Cultural Center extends a warm welcome to all andpromises a very enjoyable celebration that is made special each year by themingling of many cultures during the course of the weekend. Bring the wholefamily for a delicious barbeque dinner and a variety of other deliciousCroatian Cuisine and pastries in our large park-like setting. Our barfeatures fine wine and imported and domestic beers, as well as a variety ofspecialty drinks. Children's games, including a three-story slide, will beavailable and children can purchase all-day passes for the activities.Admission is $6.00 and children under 12 are free. Gates open at noon June8th and 9th.For more information, call 971-0663 or 489-0339, or e-mail us at:info@cacc.com or log ontohttp://www.cacc.com.ÂCroNetwork: The Croatian-American Organization for Young Professionals. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 19 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6137/1/E-Disability-Income-Seminar.html HOW MUCH IS RIDING ON YOUR INCOME ?IF YOU BECOME SICK OR HURT AND COULDN'T WORK, HOW WOULD YOU AND YOUR FAMILYSURVIVE ?· HOW WOULD YOU PAY YOUR BILLS ?· HOW WOULD YOU MAKE YOUR MORTGAGE PAYMENTS ?· HOW WOULD YOU MAINTAIN YOUR STANDARD OF LIVING ?TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ADVANTAGES OF AN INDIVIDUAL DISABILITY POLICY,PLEASE ATTEND S E M I N A R ON : MAY /18 /2002 AT 1pm. AT : 35-01 30th Ave 3 Fl. ASTORIA, NY CALL : MARIO CRONER (646) 244-1594 E-Mail: MCroner@MetLife.com MetLife Metropolitan Life Insurance Compan One Madison Avenue, NY, NY, 10010L01074S00(exp0703)MLIC-LD letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 18 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6136/1/E-Tokyo-First-Croatian-Festival.html Celebrationof Food, Culture and SportsWith the World Cup coming closer thought I would contribute this fantastic opportunity to increase awareness of Croatian Culture throughout Asia Pacific.A friend of ours has decided to put on the First Croatian Festival in Tokyo and I think it's very worthwhile letting the younger generation know what's going on......Check it out! http://www.ibizcubejapan.com/croatia/ÂLijep pozdravZdenka Orlovicorlovic@bigpond.net.auÂCroNetwork: The Croatian-American Organization for Young Professionals. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 15 May 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6139/1/E-Long-Term-Care-SEMINAR---New-York-Apr-29.html ÂYouare Cordially Invited to a Seminar OnLong-TermCareApril29, 2002 at 7:00pm at 35-01 30th Ave, 3rd Floor, Astoria,ÂÂÂNew York 11103.Inapproximately one hour, we'll sort through the sometimes confusing andcontradictory information you may have read about Long-Term Care and show youwhat your options are.ÂSomeof the questions we'll address include:·ÂÂÂÂÂÂWhatare the risks?·ÂÂÂÂÂÂWhatdoes Medicare cover?·ÂÂÂÂÂÂCanyou afford to self-insure?·ÂÂÂÂÂÂWhattype of insurance is available?·ÂÂÂÂÂÂWhatare the effects of legislation?·ÂÂÂÂÂÂWhat'sin a good Long-Term Care insurance policy?ÂFor directions and to confirm yourattendance, please call:MarioCroner at 718-267-3615 (work) or 646-244-1594 (cell)or email: mcroner@MetLife.comÂMetLifeMetropolitan Life Insurance Company, One Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010ÂL9905HQP5(exp1205) MLIC-LD letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 28 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6141/1/H-Prvi-Sabor-Hrvatske-Dijaspore-21-23-Svibnja.html  Izvjescujemo hrvatski Narod u domovini i u svijetu, da ce se 21,22 i 23, svibnja ove godine u Hrvatskoj odrzati PRVI SABOR HRVATSKE DIJASPORE Vise informacija na w stranici www.ic-hrvatskadijaspora.hr  Svi koji zele na bilo koji nacin pridonijeti zajednistvu hrvatskog Naroda,mogu:Predlagati,zahtjevati,preporuciti ili na bilo koji drugi nacin ucestvovati u radu Sabora, i time pridonijeti zblizavanju hrvatskog korpusa ,kao i objedinjavanju zahtjeva hrvatskog Naroda.Pisani materijali se dostavljaju na E mail dijaspora@hi.hinet.hr  Svakom tko na bilo koji nacin pomogne biti cemo zahvalni. Za Klub Niko Soljak ________________________________  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 24 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6140/1/E-FIRST-CROATIAN-LUNG-TRANSPLANTATION.html ÂÂZagreb, April 24 (FPB) - The first ever lung transplantation in Croatia andthis part of Europe has been carried out yesterday at the Jordanovachospital in Zagreb. A 64-year-old lung patient was fitted with a new set oflungs; without the operation he was expected to live just another year. Thethree-hour-long surgery was performed by a 10-doctor team with thecooperation of doctors from other Zagreb clinics. There are some fourpatients that are completely ready for surgery on the lung transplantationwaiting list and some 10 are being prepared for the procedure.Â(a) Pre-operative X-ray of a female shows chronic lungdisease caused by broncho-pulmonary dysplasia.(b) The right upper lobe of her mother's lung wastransplanted into the child's right chest.(c) Transplantation from a living-related family member isbeneficial because it provides an immediate donor source and reduces thelikelihood of rejection.The USC cardiopulmonary transplant team, headed by Vaughn A. Starnes, M.D., is composed of experts in their respective fields of cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, immunology, critical care medicine, cystic fibrosis, immunosuppression, and rehabilitation. Dr. Starnes is a world-recognized leader and innovator in heart, heart-lung, and lung transplantation, and cardiothoracic surgery. USC University Hospital recently received certification for Medicare for lung transplantation. The transplant program is available around the clock--365 days a year.ÂPulmonary transplantation has become a viable treatment option for patients with end stage cardiopulmonary disease. Patients eligible for pulmonary transplantation include any person who is severely debilitated by their cardiopulmonary disease and is not hampered by any other organ system dysfunction. Candidates frequently have the diagnosis of obstructive lung disease (e.g. emphysema. cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis), pulmonary hypertension (both primary and secondary or pulmonary fibrosis (e.g. sarcoidosis, IPF, silicosis). This same team performs all cardiothoracic transplants for pediatric patients at the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles.ÂContraindications to transplantation include severe obesity, active neoplastic disease, systemic or untreatable local infection, tobacco or drug dependency, lack of adequate support systems, and the inability to comply with a strict medical regimen. Patients on chronic mechanical ventilation will be considered on a case by-case-basis.ÂLiving-related lobar transplantation was pioneered by Dr. Starnes at USC University Hospital and provides an alternative therapy for severely ill patients who are unlikely to survive the waiting that is often required for cadaveric organs to be available. Dr. Starnes was the first in the world to perform a double-lobar living related transplant on a patient with cystic fibrosis. Strict criteria must be met before a patient can qualify for these living related procedures.ÂSingle cadaveric lung transplantation is available for patients up to the age of 65 years. Double lung transplantation is the procedure of choice for patients with suppurative lung disease and/or severe pulmonary hypertension. These candidates are frequently under age 60.ÂOur comprehensive program includes constant transplant team communication with patient/family regarding all aspects of patient's medical care. Patients and families are also given general educational materials about what is expected post transplantation.ÂWe place high value our our relationship with the referring physician and are committed to excellent communication to foster high quality continuity of care.E-mail: heartsurgery@surgery.usc.edu letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 24 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6144/1/E-Croatian-Wine-Tasting-in-THE-ASSOCIATED-PRESS.html ÂÂGood news everyone! Our event made the AP (though NFCA is not mentioned). John KraljicÂÂÂ"Sampling a red wine from Croatia at a reception to mark U.S.-Croatian friendship, Rep. Howard Coble, R-N.C., described the rapid growth of winemaking in his state."ÂÂApril 14, 2002ÂÂ206 Join Congressional Wine CaucusÂBy THE ASSOCIATED PRESSÂÂÂFiled at 4:01 p.m. ETÂWASHINGTON (AP) -- Labels are everything when this group of lawmakers gets together. Not conservative and liberal, but cabernet, chardonnay and merlot.ÂThe Congressional Wine Caucus, which numbers 206 representatives and senators, is among the largest in the Capitol. Well-known wine-producing states such as California, New York, Oregon and Washington are, of course, well represented. But so are Michigan, Vermont and Alaska. Alaska? Sure. The 49th state produces wines from berries, rhubarb and vegetables.ÂIn fact, every state has at least one winery among the roughly 2,000 in the United States, says Bill Nelson, vice president of the American Vintners Association.ÂBut the lure of the caucus is often simpler than that.ÂÂ``How many people do you know that don't like wine?'' asked Rep. George Radanovich, R-Calif, a vineyard owner who is caucus co-chairman. Every special interest group on Capitol Hill has its receptions and many feature educational trips to warm-weather spots. But in the Wine Caucus, tasting the subject matter evidently is the best way to get to know it.Â``Remember, anything in moderation,'' advised Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif., the other co-chairman whose Northern California district includes many vineyards.ÂAt a recent Wine Caucus event, the aphorisms and biblical quotes about wine were as plentiful as the product: Drink wine for what ails you. The waters of the world separate us, but the wines of the world bring us together.ÂRadanovich and Thompson reconstituted the Wine Caucus in 1999 to lobby colleagues on wine-related issues -- against limits on Internet and mail-order sales, for more money to fight diseases that attack vines and market U.S. wines abroad.ÂAn earlier, smaller version of the caucus existed in the 1980s, when it was led by then-Sen. Pete Wilson, R-Calif. But it faded away in the 1990s.ÂMembership climbed quickly from 75 three years ago because of the proliferation of wineries across the country, Nelson said.ÂThe wine itself may be a friendly way to get someone's attention, but the topic is serious business in California, where $33 billion a year and 145,000 jobs flow from wine production, according to the Wine Institute, the California wine industry's advocacy organization.ÂRadanovich and Thompson will travel next month to Brussels, Belgium, and London at taxpayer expense to meet with counterparts in the European Parliament and discuss the United States' new wine-based alliance with Australia, Canada, Chile and New Zealand.ÂBut any reason will do to join the Wine Caucus, which receives no government money and also sponsors fund-raising dinners for the Children's Hospital in Washington.ÂThompson is two states shy -- Idaho and Nebraska -- of his goal of having all 50 states in the caucus. He persuaded the most recent addition, Rep. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., by emphasizing that Vermont has wine lovers and good restaurants that serve fine wines, even if wine production is not important to the state.ÂRep. Don Young, R-Alaska, belongs to the caucus because of his long-standing opposition to taxes on alcohol and tobacco, press secretary Amy Inaba said.ÂÂSampling a red wine from Croatia at a reception to mark U.S.-Croatian friendship, Rep. Howard Coble, R-N.C., described the rapid growth of winemaking in his state.Â``I don't believe I have one in my district, but I have wineries in counties contiguous to my district and that's why I joined,'' Coble said.ÂThe Californians who run the Wine Caucus disagree more often than not in Congress, but their partisan differences end at the vineyard's edge.ÂÂAt the Croatian wine tasting, Radanovich, son of Croatian immigrants, proposed recognizing Thompson as an honorary Croat. Said Thompson, ``I'll drink to that.''ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 15 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6143/1/E-Thompson--Bulic-Apr-20-San-Pedro--May-4-New-York.html Attention all Croats in the Los Angeles-Southern California AreaThe Croatian National Association andKroatikum (Sveti Ante's Youth Group of Los Angeles)Proudly PresentPopular Croatian SingersMarko Perkovic Thompson&Mate BulicConcert-DanceSaturday, April 20, 2002Croatian American Hall631 West 9th StreetSan Pedro, CaliforniaSocial Hour 7PMConcert 8PMDonation $ 30.00FOR RESERVATIONS PLEASE CALL:TOM VUKOJEVIC 626-833-7833ANDRIJANA HAZDOVAC 310-548-5465MARIJANA ZORIC 818-352-8363ANDREA VOLARICH 626-331-1191MARGERY LONZA 310-832-7390REGINA HERCEG 310-376-4068For Reservations Please E-mail Loza7@aol.comThanks,TommyOrganizator: Hrvatsko folklorno drustvo"Kardinal Stepinac", New YorkSubota, 4. svibnja od 8pm do 2amHrvatski centar, 502 West 41st Street, New Yorkulaznica i informacije:Zvonimir Crnogorac, 201.220.8676,Sime Spadina 718.507.7844,Natalie Skara, 203.622.3073,Zeljka Milos 718.366.4293,Zupa Sv. Cirila, Metoda i Sv. Rafaela,fra Slaven Mijatovic, tel: 212.563.3395 letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 15 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6142/1/H-Hrvatsko-Americki-Klub-u-St-Petersburgu-na-Floridi---Arena.html ÂHrvatsko Americki Klub u St. Petersburgu naFloridi letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 15 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6145/1/E-Congressional-Wine-Tasting-Salutes-Croatia.html NFCA National Federation of Croatian AmericansFor Immediate Release -- April 12, 2002 Congressional Wine Tasting Celebrates 10th Anniversary of U.S. Recognition of CroatiaWashington, D.C. -- On April 10, over 120 attendees celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the U.S.recognition of the Republic of Croatia, by attending a wine tasting featuring Croatian wines in theRayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill. The wine tasting was hosted by theCongressional Wine Caucus, co-chaired by Congressman George Radanovich and CongressmanMike Thompson. The National Federation of Croatian Americans (NFCA) and the Embassy ofthe Republic of Croatia co-sponsored this unique event. The Embassy provided the Croatianfood and the NFCA supplied the Croatian wine and it was a winning combination.ÂIn addition to Congressman Radanovich and Thompson, Congressman Dennis Kucinich attendedand pledged his support for continued U.S. assistance to Croatia. Also, Congressman DanaRohrabacher, a long-time friend and ally for Croatia on Capitol Hill, came by to celebrate thisanniversary. North Carolina Congressmen Walter Jones and Howard Coble and New YorkCongressman Maurice Hinchey, were three elected officials who attended and enjoyed the night'sfestivities. The U.S. State Department was represented by Jonathon Benton, Deputy Director ofthe South Central European Bureau and the American diplomat complimented both the Croatianwine and the tasteful Croatian delacacies prepared by the Embassy's Chef, Ivo Svircic.ÂCongressman George Radanovich, whose family originates from Brac, greeted those present andgave the official toast to salute this tenth anniversary. The Napa Valley Congressman,Representative Mike Thompson introduced all the elected officials in attendance and salutedCroatia's milestone anniversary. NFCA President John Kraljic thanked all the congressionalguests for attending and asked for further congressional assistance to support Croatia and itseconomy. Ambassador Ivan Grdesic invited everyone to visit Croatia to see first hand the beautyof his homeland. The Croatian Ambassador shared his appreciation for the support given toCroatia by several of the important Congressmen in attendance.ÂThere were several special guests of honor that included, Tony Butala, of the vocal group, TheLettermen. This Croatian American vintner in Napa Valley is set to visit Croatia this summer toreview winery opportunities in the southern Dalmatia area. The Croatian winery industry was wellrepresented by Anton Katunar, of the Katunar winery. NFCA past presidents, Judge EdwardDamich and Steve Rukavina with NFCA officers Richard Lolich and Anne Pavlich helped pourwine. Also, present was Tatijana Zuzul, wife of former Croatian Ambassador Miomir Zuzul, whowas recognized by Congressman Radanovich for her work on Croatia's behalf.ÂThe premium dry white "Zlahtina" wine from Katunar's winery on Krk island was a big hit withall guests. Mr. Katunar personally spoke with almost every person in attendance concerning hiswinery. The vrhunsko "Plavac Mali" and "Posip" wines from the Grgic Vina on Peljasac were twoother favorites among the distinguished attendees who savored the wine from Croatia's worldrenown wine master, Mike Grgich. There were many in the crowd impressed to hear about theCroatian origins of the Zinfandel grape and its direct relationship to the Plavac Mali grape grownprimarily on the Peljasac peninsula. Also, the red "Zlatan Plavac" wine (also, made from thePlavac Mali grape) from the Plenkovic winery on Hvar was another real crowd pleaser. Twice,Inc. from New York, provided the fine "Postup" red wine from the Dingac winery, in Potomje.ÂRobert Hutton, a wine journalist specializing in Croatian wines, publicly complimented the flavorand taste of many of the Croatian wines on display and confirmed the world class nature ofCroatia's wine offerings.It seemed only appropriate that Croatian wine was in the spotlight of an evening celebration in aCapitol Hill location where the continued friendship of the United States and Croatia wasacknowledged by both the U.S. Congress and U.S. government. Zivili.For further information, regarding the National Federation of Croatians Americans (NFCA),Âor this congressional event, please contact NFCA lobbyist, Joe Foley at 301/294-0937. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 13 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6147/1/E-Bosnia-work-session-in-Washington-DC-Apr-11.html ÂÂHere is an event sponsored by the United States InstituteÂof Peace (USIP) in Washington, D.C., called "Can the NextÂHigh Representative Fix Bosnia?"ÂÂDate: Thursday April 11, 2002ÂTime: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMÂWhere: USIP OfficesÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ1200 17th Street NW,ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂSuite 200ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂWashington D.C. 20036ÂTelephone: 202-457-1700ÂFax: 202-429-6063ÂRSVP to Matthew Crane by e-mail at mcrane@usip.orgÂÂI think the USIP tries to promote democrocacy inÂSoutheastern Europe, however, the overwhelming majority,Âif not all, of its attention and effort is focused on Serbia.ÂÂDaniel Serwer, director of the Institute's so-calledÂBalkans Initiative, appears throughout the recentlyÂtelivised PBS documentary titled "Bringing Down aÂDictator," about the movement in Serbia called Otpor thatÂwas inolved in bringing down Milosevic.ÂÂRelated Web site:Âhttp://www.usip.org/oc/press/pbs_032002.htmlÂÂAttached are the event details.ÂÂFrank MustacÂÂ----------------------ÂForwarded Message:Â---------------------ÂInvitation to Balkans Working Group April 11, 2002ÂÂUNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACEÂÂ1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200 Washington D.C. 20036-3011ÂÂYou are cordially invited to a Balkans Working Group Meeting:ÂÂWaiting for Paddy: Can the Next High Representative Fix Bosnia?ÂÂThursday April 11, 2002Â10:00 AM - 12:00 PMÂÂUnited States Institute of Peace*ÂThis meeting will be held in the 2nd Floor ConferenceÂRoom of 1200 17thÂStreet, NWÂWashington, DC 20036ÂÂSpeakers:ÂÂKurt Bassuener, Democratization Policy InstituteÂEric Witte, Democratization Policy InstituteÂÂCommenters:ÂHeather Hurlburt, International Crisis GroupÂNancy Lee, U.S. Department of the TreasuryÂÂModerator:ÂDaniel Serwer, Director, Balkans Initiative, UnitedÂStates Institute of PeaceÂÂAs Lord Paddy Ashdown takes over the reins as the High Representative, several questions over Bosniaís future remain:Â* What can be done to increase the capacities of the Bosnian people and institutions?Â* What efforts can be made to strengthen the rule of law?Â* Is Dayton a hindrance to progress?Â* Are there political obstacles to economic development?Â* How can the High Representative best coordinate with US policy-makers?ÂÂThe presentation will be followed by questions from the floor.ÂÂPlease RSVP to Matthew Crane by e-mail at mcrane@usip.org. As with allÂBalkans Working Group Meetings, the discussion is off-the-record and noÂparticipants will be identified in Institute publications.Â*Closest Metro stop: Farragut North - red line, FarragutÂWest ? blue & orange line*ÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 11 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6146/1/H-Hrvatski-Dani-Interneta-u-Rijeci.html ÂKontakt osobe:Dorotea Bralic Kumar, izvrsni organizatorSabina Prpic Smeh, voditelj projektaRijeka, 10. travnja 2002. ::za trenutnu objavu::P R I O P C E N J E Z A J A V N O S TSesti Hrvatski dani Interneta odrzat ce se u organizaciji tvrtki Multilink, HThinet i MicrosoftHrvatska, u Rijeci, u Hrvatskom kulturnom domu na Susaku,12., 13. i 14. lipnja 2002.Ovom prilikom predstavljamo Vam preliminarni program dogadjanja. Uz najavljene tematskeokvire predavanja, telepredavanja i radionica, posjetitelji ce moci razgledati pratecu izlozbu(sajam) i prisustvovati komercijalnim prezentacijama.Srijeda, 12. lipnja 2002.E-Hrvatska: okruzenje, resursi i inicijative za e-poslovanjePrijepodne PoslijepodnePozivna predavanja Infrastruktura za e-poslovanje u Hrvatskojcetvrtak, 13. lipnja 2002.Rjesenja za e-poslovanjePrijepodne PoslijepodneInternet rjesenja za vertikalna trzista Internet - medij(prikaz intranet/extranet rjesenja, e-commercerjesenja, ASP, cRM, cMS rjesenja)(prikaz Internet marketinga - oglasavanje, PR...,portala, webcastinga, divergencije medija)::Radionice:: ::Radionice::Kako iskoristiti e-mail u poslovanju? Kako otvoriti i voditi ducan na Internetu?Kako izraditi poslovni web? Kako voditi poslovanje tvrtke na Internetu?Petak, 14. lipnja 2002.Platforme za e-poslovanjePrijepodne PoslijepodnePlatforme i orudja za e-poslovanje Sigurnost, nadzor i upravljanje mrezama::Radionice:: ::Radionice::Sigurnost - preduvjet za e-poslovanje Razvojni alatiNadzor i upravljanje mrezamaSvim zainteresiranima, posebice ucenicima i studentima, omogucit cemo pristup Internetu, uHThinet Internet caffe-u. Za sve posjetitelje nije predvidjena kotizacija, dakle ulaz je besplatan.Sve dodatne informacije mozete dobiti upitom na e-mail hdi@multilink.hr ili na web straniciwww.hdi.multilink.hrT/F +385 51 320 250 :: hdi@multilink.hr :: www.hdi.multilink.hr letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 10 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6148/1/EH-Thompson--Bulic-Concert-in-San-Francisco-Apr-19.html THOMPSON photo Mario Perisa Bay Area, California  The Croatian community in the Bay Area is proud to present popular artists Marko Perkovic "Thompson", Mate Bulic, and guests Paola Valic and Tiho Orlic in concert! The concert will take place Friday, April 19, at "The State Room", located at 306 Baden Avenue in South San Francisco. It will begin at 8:00pm. "NEKA VIDE DA NAS IMA!" For more information call Ivica Jozinovic at (510) 331-3276. Dobrodosli! Hrvatska komuna iz San Fracisca Bay Area poziva Vas na koncert populanih pjevaca iz domovine. Nastupaju Marko Perkovic - Thompson, Mate Bulic i gosti Paola Valic i Tiho Orlic. Koncert ce se odrzati u petak, 19-og travnja, 2002 u "The State Room" na adresi 306 Baden Avenue, South San Francisco s pocetkom u 8 navecer. "NEKA VIDE DA NAS IMA!". Za dodatne informacije nazovite Ivicu Jozinovica na (510) 331-3276. Welcome! Thanks in advance! Katherin ************************************ Katherin Stefanac Moss Precision, Inc. 24619 O'Neil Ave. Hayward, CA 94544 visit us on the web! http://www.mossprecision.com  Thompson na konju Vitru, snimio Bozo Vukicevic  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Mon, 08 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6151/1/H-Croatian-Day-obiljezava-se-u-gradovima-sirom-SAD.html VeleposlanstvoRepublike Hrvatske u Sjedinjenim Americkim Drzavama Embassy of theRepublic of Croatia to the United States of America2343Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington D.C. 20008 ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂPress office, ÂPhone:(202) 986 9476ÂÂÂÂÂÂFax.: (202) 588 8938 ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂE-mail: press@croatiaemb.org ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂwww.croatiaemb.orgÂPRESS RELEASEPovodom 10. obljetnice priznanja Republike Hrvatske od strane SAD'Croatian Day' obiljezava se u gradovima sirom SADWashington DC, 5. travnja - Sjedinjene Americke Drzave 7.travnja 1992. godine priznale su Republiku Hrvatsku. Tim se povodom, na desetuobljetnicu priznanja, u nizu americkih gradova, proglasava Hrvatski dan -Croatian Day. Veleposlanstvo Republike Hrvatske u SAD iniciralo je ikoordiniralo obiljezavanje ovog povijesnog datuma, jednog od najvaznijih umodernoj hrvatskoj povijesti, u svim gradovima u SAD u kojima Republika Hrvatskaima svoja diplomatsko-konzularna predstavnistva, a generalni i pocasni konzulatiangazirali su se u provedbi ove ideje.U Chicagu je, tako, u nazocnosti gradonacelnika Richarda Daleya, u Gradskojvijecnici uz zvuke hrvatske himne podignuta hrvatska zastava te generalnomkonzulu Republike Hrvatske u Chicagu Domagoju soli predana svecana povelja. Nadogađaju je govorila i dr. Dijana Plestina, specijalna savjetnica ministravanjskih poslova Republike Hrvatske Tonina Picule.Na zamolbu generalnog konzula Republike Hrvatske dr. Mise Munivrane, grad LosAngeles proglasio je pocetkom tjedna Hrvatski dan.Ured gradonacelnika New Yorka proglasit ce Hrvatski dan u ponedjeljak, 8.travnja, za sto se pobrinuo generalni konzul Republike Hrvatske u New YorkuDomagoj Kero.Gradovi blizanci, St. Paul i Minneapolis, kao i cijela savezna drzava Minnesota,obiljezili si desetu obljetnicu americkog priznanja Republike Hrvatske danas, upetak, 5. travnja, proglasivsi Dan Hrvatske. Tamosnju je proslavu organiziraoBoris Miksic, pocasni konzul Republike Hrvatske u St. Paulu, Minnesota.Novi pocasni konzul Republike Hrvatske u New Orleansu, James Coleman, priznanjeRepublike Hrvatske obiljezit ce u nedjelju 7. travnja gradonacelnikovimproglasavanjem Hrvatskog dana te prigodnim piknikom na kojem ce sudjelovatipredstavnici gradskih vlasti i medija New Orleansa.U surađujuci s gradskim vlastima u Pittsburghu, pocasni konzul Marion MarkVujovich proslavit ce uskoro proglasenje Dana Hrvatske i u tom gradu.U organizaciji novog pocasnog konzula Republike Hrvatske u Seattleu, u saveznojdrzavi Washington, Franka Brozovicha, i grad Seattle ce uskoro obiljezitipovijesni datum proglasavanjem Hrvatskog dana.I Kansas City obiljezio je ovaj datum proglasivsi Hrvatski dan. Iako u tom graduRepublika Hrvatska nema konzulat, proglasavanje Dana Hrvatske dogovorioveleposlanik Republike Hrvatske u SAD dr. Ivan Grdesic tijekom nedavne posjeteKansas City-u gdje se osim susreta sa Americkim Hrvatima, susreo i sa tamosnjomgradonacelnicom hrvatskog porijekla, Carol Marinovich.Prijestolnica SAD, Washington, obiljezit ce desetu godisnjicu priznanjaRepublike Hrvatske na dan Dana drzavnosti, 25. lipnja.Veleposlanik Republike Hrvatske u SAD dr. Ivan Grdesic rekao je: Veleposlanstvoi konzulati Republike Hrvatske u SAD, kao i Americki Hrvati tijekom cijele ovegodine obiljezavaju i obiljezavat ce desetu obljetnicu priznanja RepublikeHrvatske od strane Sjedinjenih Drzava. To je ne samo prigoda da se podsjeti navrijeme i uvjete u kojima je ostvareno međunarodno, pa tako i americkopriznanje Hrvatske, nego i da se ujedno americka javnost informira o hrvatskomnapretku u jacanju demokracije i priblizavanju Europskoj Uniji i NATOsaveznistvu.Organiziravsi obiljezavanje ove obljetnice u americkim gradovima zeljeli smopovezati se s lokalnim vlastima i zajednicama Hrvata koji zive u tim gradovima,ali i ukazati na postignuca koja je Hrvatska ostvarila u posljednjih deset, aosobito u posljednje dvije godine, rekao je Grdesic.Pritom, nastavio je Grdesic, zelja nam je da se sve uspjesniji odnosiSjedinjenih Drzava i Hrvatske i dalje nastave razvijati partnerski. To se odnosina podrucja suradnje koja su bila kljucna pred deset godina, u trenucimapriznanja Hrvatske i na podrucja koja su vazna sada, poput antiteroristickekoalicije, priblizavanja Hrvatske NATO Savezu i jacanja gospodarske suradnje.Â####Media contact: Alan Vojvodic, (202) 986 9476, press@croatiaemb.org letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 05 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6150/1/E-Full-Moon-and-Planets-2002-dates.html ÂJanuary 28th Full Wolf Moon 5:50 pmÂFebruary 27th Full Snow Moon 4:16 amÂMarch 28th Full Worm Moon 1:24 pmÂApril 26th Full Pink Moon 9:59 pmÂMay 26th Full Flower Moon 6:51 amÂJune 24th Full Strawberry Moon 4:42 pmÂJuly 24th Full Buck Moon 4:07 amÂAugust 22nd Full Sturgeon Moon 5:29 pmÂSeptember 21st Full Harvest Moon 8:59 pmÂOctober 21st Full Hunter's Moon 2:30 amÂNovember 19th Full Beaver Moon 8:33 pmÂDecember 19th Full Cold Moon 2:10 pmÂFrequently used moon definitions and termsNew Moon -- when the Moon is not illuminated by direct sunlight.Waxing Crescent -- occurs when the visible Moon is partly but less than one-half illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is increasing.First Quarter -- when one-half of the Moon appears illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is increasing.Waxing Gibbous -- when the Moon is more than one-half but not fully illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is increasing.Full Moon -- when the visible Moon is fully illuminated by direct sunlight.Waning Gibbous -- the Moon is less than fully but more than one-half illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is decreasing.Last Quarter -- is when one-half of the Moon appears illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is decreasing.Waning Crescent -- occurs when the Moon is partly but less than one-half illuminated by direct sunlight while the illuminated part is decreasing.Best or brightest times to view the planets in 2002MERCURYAs an evening star, it appears in the western sky, setting about an hour after the Sun. As a morning star, it appears in the eastern sky, rising about an hour before the Sun. There must be a clear, unobstructed horizon on these occasions. Mercury usually appears as a bright "star" with a yellowish or ochre hue. Evenings from January 1 to January 18; mornings from February 4 to March 20; evenings from April 21 to May 14; mornings from June 8 to July 6; evenings from August 5 to September 19; mornings from October 7 to October 19; evenings from December 12 to December 31. Mercury will be brightest and easiest to spot in the evening sky between April 21 and May 14, and brightest and easiest to spot in the morning sky between October 7 and October 19.VENUSAlways brilliant and shining with a steady, silvery light. Evenings in the western sky at dusk from March 17 to October 20; mornings in the eastern sky at dawn from November 10 to December 31. Venus will attain its greatest brilliancy in the evening sky on September 25 and again in the morning sky on December 6.MARShining like a "star" with a yellowish-orange hue, it can vary considerably in brightness. Evenings from January 1 to June 22; mornings from September 25 to December 31. This is an "off " year for Mars, as it never becomes very bright or conspicuous. It will be at aphelion on September 20, when it will be 154.9 million miles from the Sun and an even more distant 244 million miles from the Earth. Despite this rather gloomy outlook, one should keep in mind that next year will bring us an exceptional apparition of Mars; in fact, in late August 2003, the planet will approach Earth closer than at any time since the beginning of the Christian Era.JUPITERQuite brilliant with a silver-white luster. Evenings from January 1 to June 29; mornings from August 9 to December 31. Brightest in 2002 during the first half of January. It is at opposition to the Sun on New Year's Day.ÂSATURNShines like a yellowish-white "star" of moderate brightness. The famous rings are only visible with a telescope. Evenings from January 1 to May 21; mornings from June 27 to December 16; evenings again from December 17 to December 31. Brightest in 2002 during December, as it is at opposition on December 17. The Moon "crosses paths" with Saturn in February, resulting in the Moon passing in front of Saturn (called an "occultation"). This "Saturn eclipse" is scheduled for February 20, favors all of North America, and occurs during the early evening hours. Also during 2002, the south face of the rings are tilted to near their maximum angle of 28º, making them a very striking spectacle, even in a low-power telescope.URANUSEvenings from January 1 to January 29; mornings from March 1 to August 19; evenings again from August 20 to December 31.NEPTUNEEvenings from January 1 to January 12; mornings from February 13 to August 1; evenings again from August 2 to December 31.PLUTOWill not be visible in 2002.© 2002 Almanac Publishing Co. All rights reserved letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 05 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6149/1/E-Naked-Eye-Planets-to-Align-in-Sky-around-April-20-2002.html Sight Might Not Be Seen Again for CenturyBy Deborah ZabarenkoReutersWASHINGTON (April 2) - The five so-called naked eye planets -- Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn -- will appear to clump together later this month in a sight that might not be seen again for a century.But don't call this a planetary alignment. And even though this is fairly rare, there is nothing for earthlings to worry about, astronomer Geoff Chester of the U.S. Naval Observatory said on Tuesday. The grouping of the five will begin to be visible with unaided eyes around April 20, with the planets clustered closest by around May 4, Chester said by telephone. "It is an opportunity to see all five of the naked eye planets in the same part of the sky at the same time and that does not happen very often," Chester said. It could be 50 or 100 years before this happens again, he said. The display should be easy to see in most parts of the inhabited world, weather permitting, though those at extreme northern and southern latitudes may need binoculars or a small telescope, and Mercury could still be hard to spot, he said. A similar grouping of the same five planets, plus the moon, occurred on May 5, 2000, accompanied by dire predictions of extraordinary tides and other cataclysms. Earth survived. However, that cluster occurred on the opposite side of the Sun from Earth, and the Sun's light was so bright the planets could not be seen from Earth. This time, most humans should have a good view, Chester said. What they should be able to see will be Mercury, Venus, Mars and Saturn all grouped within the span of 10 degrees of the sky, or about the width of a fist held at arm's length. Jupiter will be a bit higher in the sky, about three fist-widths away, but still quite close. The cluster will start to dissipate around May 12, Chester said, when Mercury will dip closer to the horizon and become less visible. This grouping is only the planets people can see without help, and does not count as an alignment, according to Chester, though others have used that term. Chester considers a true alignment to be when all the planets are on the same side of the sun, and grouped within about 90 degrees -- nine fist-widths -- of each other, or closer. This occurs once in several hundred years. The closest known planetary alignment in the last two millennia occurred on April 11, 1128, before most planets were identified as such, including Earth, according to Chester. Copyright 2002 Reuters Limited. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 05 Apr 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6152/1/HE-Sretan-Uskrs-Happy-Easter.html ÂFranjevacki samostanTrsat ,blagovaonica.Serafin Schön:MISTICNA VECERA(sredisnji dio)Sretan Uskrs !HappyEaster ! Dobrodosli na stranice Sveucilisne knjiznice Rijeka. Âwww@svkri.hr letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 29 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6154/1/E-The-sixth-Croatian-Internet-Days-in-Rijeka-June-12-14.html Rijeka, 12, 13 & 14ÂJune 2002 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear: The sixth Croatian Internet Days will be held on 12, 13 & 14 June 2002 in Rijeka, Hrvatski kulturni dom na Susaku. This year, the central theme is e-business, the challenge of new entrepreneurial possibilities and real assistance in the upcoming developmental cycle for the SME in Croatia. During the first two event days, 12 & 13 June, the focus will be on assisting busy entrepreneurs and SME managers to gather more information on the following topics: Global indices and trends in e-business, Requirements for integration into the European electronic economy, Environment, resources and initiatives for development of e-business in Croatia, Infrastructure for e-business and Croatian ISP, and Solutions, applications and services for e-business and new business models. ÂThird day, 14 June, offers ITcT professionals a look at: New computer and communication platforms and solutions, New developmental concepts and tools, and Solutions for network security, monitoring and management. All lectures, videoconferences, workshops and commercial presentations are available free of charge for participants and visitors, as well as attendance for the official exhibition, Internet café and play stations. We believe that the selection of today's relevant themes and other subjects with the emphasis on solutions and applications (not only technology) are an appealing reason for you to join us. Detailed information and application forms will soon be available on our web site http://www.hdi.multilink.hr We have the requirements and the infrastructure for e-business in Croatia. We have the technology and the know-how. You should take advantage of this event!  We are looking forward to meeting you! ÂSabina Prpic Smeh, event manager ÂDorotea Bralic Kumar, executive event manager ÂRijeka, March 2002.  letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 27 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6153/1/E-Croatians-present-at-Necessary-Targets.html ÂÂOn Sunday March 24th, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (NY), PBS President Pat Mitchell, and V-Day Founder Eve Ensler spoke and responded to questions on the subject of Women and Peace following the 3:00 PM matinee performance of Eve Ensler's new play "Necessary Targets" at the Variety Arts Theatre located 110 3rd Avenue at 14th Street in New York City.ÂÂThis panel discussion is part of a series of NECESSARY TALKS sponsored by V-Day www.vday.org at selected Sunday matinees of "Necessary Targets."ÂÂThe play, "Necessary Targets" necessary@vday.org is based on interviews with numerous people who survived torture, killings and rape during the Serbian attack on Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The "Necessary Targets" provides a timely reminder of the effects of war and the need to arrest war criminals Ratko Mladic and Radovan Karadzic.ÂÂFor discount tickets please call (212) 239-6200 and mention promotion code NTVL317 or call (212) 947-8844 with promotion code NTTPL64.ÂÂOur Croatian community was represented by Nenad Bach, Katarina Deletis, Maria Ivanac, Visnja Brdar, Sime Brdar and Katarina Tepesh. Ms. Deletis asked Senator Clinton about war criminals Mladic and Karadzic, as well as why Croatia received only $35 million US aid while others received substantially more.ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 26 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6156/1/E-University-Women-of-Europe-in-Dubrovnik-Oct-11-13.html ÂHi! can you put this on your website. Its an invitation from UniversityÂWomen of Europe to attend and/or speak at a women's conference in DubrovnikÂon Environment Protection and Health.ÂÂwww.meet-croatia.com/uwe2002ÂÂAdriannaÂÂWELCOME OF UWE PresidentÂand Programme Committee PresidentÂÂMs. Karine Henrotte-ForsbergÂÂÂI have the great pleasure to welcome you all to the University Women of Europe (UWE). Meeting to be held at Hotel Park in Dubrovnik, Croatia, between October 11 and 13, 2002.ÂÂThese european meetings every year constitute a fabulous opportunity to get to know women from other european countries. It is also each time an occasion to discover a new country. This year through the courtesy of the Croatian federation of University Women, we shall have the pleasure to get to know Croatia. I would like to extend my thanks and gratitude to the founding President, the President and her Board of the Croatian federation for making this possible.ÂÂThe theme chosen by the Croatian federation is "Environment Protection and Health - what can UWE do in the 21st century". The link between environment and Health is widely discussed in debates all over Europe today and UWE would like to make its contribution to this debate.ÂÂOur aim is to explore through exchange of ideas the various environment factors and living conditions which lead to poor health and discrimination. But we would also like to see how UWE through our existing network can promote change and a positive development for women in the coming decades.ÂÂMay the knowledge gained in Dubrovnik become a platform for future cooperation between women of good will in order to save ourselves, our children and our planet.ÂÂSee you in Croatia!ÂÂWELCOME OF CAUW PresidentÂand Programme Committee Vice-presidentÂÂProf. Nada Bešenski MD.PhD.ÂÂÂDear UWE members,ÂÂOn behalf of the Croatian Association of University Women (CAUW) I am deeply honored to take opportunity to invite you to participate at the UWE Conference to be held at the Hotel Park in Dubrovnik, Croatia between October 11-and 13, 2002.ÂÂCAUW celebrates 10 years anniversary and your participation will extremely contribute to our celebration.ÂÂWe are certain you will spend memorable time in the city of Dubrovnik, one of the oldest Croatian cities, real jewel at the Adriatic coast, the city rich of famous past and numerous cultural events.ÂÂThe theme we proposed "Environment protection and health - what can UWE do in the 21st century" is highlight at this very moment when many countries are faced with problems of food production, pollution of nature, illnesses increase and so on, having all that tremendous influence on our daily life style.ÂÂThe national societies of UWE will have a great opportunity to represent themselves during the Conference in a very friendly atmosphere. Sharing the time many ideas and experiences will be exchanged with the aim how to improve a living conditions in different countries in Europe stressing the role, which the UWE could have. We expect the Conference will yield the platform for future cooperation between UWE members and other prominent leaders throughout Europe who might have influence on making decision about better living conditions for all of us.ÂÂWelcome to Dubrovnik, Croatia!ÂÂ-------------------------------------------------------------------------------ÂThe (DHI) is a voluntary, nonpartisan, nonprofit, self-funded organization of 250 women university graduates, established in 1992, on the occasion of the aggression on Croatia. In 1995 it was accepted as a member of IFUW in its name name, in English "Croatian Association of University Women" (CAUW). The members actively promote ethical, cultural, national and general human values. They belong to six branches in different parts of Croatia. In 1996 the CAUW became a member of University Women of Europe.Â--------------------------------------------------------------------------------ÂWe are commited to:ÂÂpromoting peace and tolerance protecting human rights improving the social, economic, professional, educational and family position of women participating in public life in a national and international framework in a spirit of cooperation, friendship and solidarityÂÂWho can join:ÂAny woman with a university degree or a corresponding degree of some other institution of higher education who expresses the wish to become a member.ÂÂNational activities:ÂÂOn the National level:Âwe help to present Croatia's image at home and abroad as a self-reliant and democratic country that honours human rightsÂwe collect documentation about the infringement of human rights during the aggression against Croatia and help in building up a normal and tolerant way of lifeÂwe nurture links of friendship, understanding and cooperation with national IFUW and UWE membersÂLocal activities:ÂÂOn the Social level:Âwe have organized an exhibition of documents presenting the results of the society's five years of workÂevery year we organize a traditional celebration and cultural programme to mark Mother's Day in MayÂwe are planning to compile a "Who's Who" of famous and accomplished women in CroatiaÂwe have a special programme to support groups of village women who made exquisite traditional handwork in exile as part of psychosocial reintegration. Now these women have returned to their homes, and on the basisof their knowledge and skill they can found centres for handwork in their communitiesÂwe are engaged in helping the renewal of the country, destroyed schools and households, the elderly, widows and children, invalids, single mothers, people suffering from various kinds of war trauma and the loss of those who were dearest to them.ÂÂ--------------------------------------------------------------------------------ÂÂÂAt the triennial conference in Graz in August 1998 we will present a Workshop on the subject: The role of traditional handicraft as a psychological aid to women during the time of their exile (presentation and exhibition).ÂÂ--------------------------------------------------------------------------------ÂCroatian Association of University Women (CAUW)ÂAddress: HR-10000 ZAGREB - Ksaver 200, CROATIA, EUROPEÂTel./Fax.: +385 (0)1 46 77 521; Tel.: +385 (0)1 46 77 111ÂTel.: President: +385 (0)1 46 16 926; Secretary: +385 (0)1 65 26 430; CIR: +385 (0)1 48 19 830ÂE-mail: dhi@zg.tel.hrÂIFUW HOME PAGEÂÂProf.dr. Vjera KrsteljÂHead of Department for Quality atÂFaculty of Mechanical Engineering & Naval Architecture, University of ZagrebÂDirector of Center of Technology Transfer, ZagrebÂtel: +385(01)6168497 fax: +385(01)6118710Âmailto:CTT@fsb.hr www.fsb.hr www.ctt.hrÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 24 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6157/1/E-Croatian-Students-at-University-of-Missouri-Rolla.html Âhttp://therolladailynews.com/display/inn_news/news4.txtÂÂUMR students prepare for eventÂÂBy Stephen E. Sowers. All involved are looking forward to celebrating International Students Day on April 7 at the University of Missouri-Rolla.ÂÂThe annual event will take place at the University Center East on campus.ÂÂThere will be an exhibition, a fabulous buffet and a cultural show with music and dances from different parts of the world. The exhibition will be held in the Carver-Turner Room in the University Center. Times are 11 a.m.-2 p.m.ÂThere is no charge. The exhibtion will have different international student organizations on campus displaying their cultural artifacts and traditional handicrafts along with general information about their country.ÂÂThe lunch will consist of several international dishes prepared by students from China, India, Italy, Turkey, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Croatia, Germany, Sri Lanka and Africa.ÂÂThe buffet will be served in the cafeteria from noon-2 p.m. Tickets are $7 but only $5 for UMR students.ÂTickets are on sale at the UMR ticket window.ÂThe cultural show will begin at 2 p.m. and is also free.ÂÂAsian and European artists will be performing. A skit and multi-cultural fashions will be a part of the show.ÂThe general public is encouraged to take part in this unusually-entertaining event.ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sat, 23 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6155/1/E-Praxis-Peace-Institute-Conference-in-Dubrovnik-June-4-11.html ÂPraxis Peace Institute ConferenceÂÂ"THE ALCHEMY OF PEACE BUILDING"ÂÂIntegrating Spiritual Vision and Active CitizenshipÂÂIN:ÂÂDUBROVNIK, CROATIA JUNE 4-11, 2002ÂÂ"… a journey to new places in the physical world can encourageÂa journey within to places where the mind has not been before."ÂÂ-Laurens van der PostÂÂÂÂÂ"Our challenge is both to reenvision the world and then to act upon the vision."ÂÂ-Marianne WilliamsonÂÂJoin us on the exquisite Adriatic coast for an in-depth exploration into the root causes of war and the rootÂfoundations of peace! Primarily a peace education non-profit organization, Praxis Peace Institute is committedÂto deep inquiry, whole systems analysis, creative problem solving, and spiritually informed activism.ÂCommenting on wars of the 20ths century, former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara writes:Â"In retrospect, we can now understand these catastrophes for what they were:Âessentially the products of a failure of imagination…"ÂÂDuring the conference, we will:ÂÂDevelop a manifesto for a "Practice of Peace"ÂDefine a "New Activism" that links spiritual consciousness and empathy with responsible citizenship.ÂExplore war and peace in the contexts of historical cycles, culture, gender, race, economics, beliefs,Âspirituality, propaganda, and scapegoatingÂÂExamine dominator and partnership models of social organizationÂIntegrate the lessons of history in a whole systems contextÂAcquire tools for personal and social transfomationÂBuild relationships and networks across culturesÂForm international study/research groups that focus on transformative changeÂEnjoy the beauty and healing environment of our specatacular locationÂÂÂ"If you sow corn, you reap corn. If you sow beans, you reap beans.ÂWhy do we have to go through so many trials before we realize this?"ÂÂ-Thich Nhat HanhÂÂÂFor more information about the "Alchemy of Peace Building Conference" in Dubrovnik, CroatiaÂJune 4 - 11, 2002, go to: www.praxispeace.org or call: 707 939-2973, email: praxispeace@aol.comÂor call Adriatic Sunshine Travel, Inc. USA/CANADA 1 800 247-5353 or 1 773 561-7444ÂÂOr email: mirna@adriaticsunshine.comÂÂHi Nenad!ÂÂÂThis is a wonderful conference that is taking place in Dubrovnik June 4 - 11, 2002 I hope you can post it and pass it on to everyone.ÂÂÂIt is being attended by well over 300 vips, form all over the US and the world and it is about "peace building" you can find more info on www.praxispeace.org, Co sponsors are: The Institute of Noetic Sciences, the Fetzer Institute, Desa (Dubrovnik) and Fractal (Belgrade)ÂÂÂThe most wonderful thing about it is that it is happening in Dubrovnik and it is citizens taking "peace building" actively in their own hands and there will be many renowed speakers...etc.ÂMirnaÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. 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Bach) Sat, 23 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6158/1/E-Senator-Clinton-attending-Necessary-Targets.html ÂÂOn Sunday March 24th, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (NY), PBS President Pat Mitchell, and V-Day Founder Eve Ensler will speak and respond to questions on the subject of Women and Peace following the 3:00 PM matinee performance of Eve Ensler's new play "Necessary Targets" at the Variety Arts Theatre located 110 3rd Avenue at 14th Street in New York City.ÂÂThis panel discussion is part of a series of NECESSARY TALKS sponsored by V-Day www.vday.org at selected Sunday matinees of "Necessary Targets."ÂÂThe play, "Necessary Targets" necessary@vday.org is based on interviews with numerous people who survived torture, killings and rape during the Serbian attack on Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The "Necessary Targets" provides a timely reminder of the effects of war and the need to arrest war criminals Ratko Mladic and Radovan Karadzic.ÂÂFor discount tickets please call (212) 239-6200 and mention promotion code NTVL317 or call (212) 947-8844 with promotion code NTTPL64.ÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 22 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6159/1/E-The-Rite-of-Spring---Equinox.html ÂÂVernal equinox occurs on March 20ÂÂby Ann-Marie Imbornoni and Elissa HaneyÂÂ--------------------------------------------------------------------------------ÂÂÂMarch 20 is a date that most of us recognize as symbolic of changing seasons. As we welcome spring, people south of the equator are actually gearing up for the cooler temperatures of autumn.ÂÂWhat Happens at the Equinox?ÂÂFar from being an arbitrary indicator of the changing seasons, March 20 (March 21 in some years) is significant for astronomical reasons. In 2002, at precisely 2:16 p.m. EST (19:16 Universal Time), the Sun will cross directly over the Earth's equator. This moment is known as the vernal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. For the Southern Hemisphere, this is the moment of the autumnal equinox.ÂÂEquinox Means "Equal Night"ÂÂTranslated literally, equinox means "equal night." Because the sun is positioned above the equator, day and night are about equal in length all over the world during the equinoxes. A second equinox occurs each year on September 22 or 23; in 2002, it will be on September 23 at 12:55 a.m. EDT (04:55 UT). This date will mark the autumnal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere and the vernal equinox in the Southern (vernal denotes "spring").ÂÂReasons for the SeasonsÂÂThese brief but monumental moments owe their significance to the 23.4 degree tilt of the Earth's axis. Because of the tilt, we receive the Sun's rays most directly in the summer. In the winter, when we are tilted away from the Sun, the rays pass through the atmosphere at a greater slant, bringing lower temperatures. If the Earth rotated on an axis perpendicular to the plane of the Earth's orbit around the Sun, there would be no variation in day lengths or temperatures throughout the year, and we would not have seasons.ÂÂRituals and TraditionsÂÂModern astronomy aside, people have recognized the vernal equinox for thousands of years. There is no shortage of rituals and traditions surrounding the coming of spring. Many early peoples celebrated for the basic reason that their food supplies would soon be restored. The date is significant in Christianity because Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox. It is also probably no coincidence that early Egyptians built the Great Sphinx so that it points directly toward the rising Sun on the day of the vernal equinox.ÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Wed, 20 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6161/1/E-COMMUNICATION-AND-PUBLIC-RELATIONS-in-Dubrovnik.html ÂPostovani,ÂU prilogu Vam dostavljamo poziv za aktivnoÂsudjelovanje u radu 14.medjunarodnog znanstvenog skupaÂCOMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS, IUC, Dubrovnik, 2ndÂ-6th, 2002. Molimo Vas da Vasu prijavu o sudjelovanju u radu skupaÂdostavite najkasnije do 30.svibnja 2002.g.ÂÂS postovanjem,ÂProf.dr.sc.Mario PlenkovicÂPredsjednik Organizacijskog odboraÂÂÂCOMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS / KOMUNICIRANJE I ODNOSI S JAVNOSTIMA, 14th International Scientific Meeting, Inter-University Centre, 2nd - 6th September, 2002, Dubrovnik.ÂÂOrganizers: Croatian Communication Association, International Federation of Communication Associations, Faculty of Graphic Arts, Faculty of Philosophy Zadar, Informatologia and Inter University Centre - Dubrovnik.ÂÂContact: Prof.dr.sc.Mario Plenkovic,President of the Croatian Communication Association, Jurisiceva 5/I,10000 Zagreb,ÂÂe-mail:mplenkovic@yahoo.comÂorÂMarina Vujnovic, Faculty of Graphic Arts, Getaldiceva 2, 10000 Zagreb,ÂÂe-mail: mousev2000@yahoo.com, mplenkov@grf.hr,ÂÂTel.00385-1-2371-080/258; Fax:00385-1-2371-077.ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. 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Bach) Fri, 15 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6160/1/HE-SUPPORT-Marcus-Tanner-Lecture-in-London-March-21.html ÂGah! just to clarify its on 21 March!ÂÂÂTime to come to London, pass onto to Croats (and sympatheziers!) who may be interested.:ÂCSYPN - Lecture by Marcus Tanner, Thursday 21/3/02ÂÂÂDragi svi,Â(more details in English below)ÂÂPovodom desetgodisnjice priznanja RepublikeÂHrvatske Vas pozivamo na predavanje uvazenogÂautora i novinskog izvjestitelja (TheÂIndependent) Marcus-a Tanner-a.ÂÂPredavanje, u suradnji sa nedavno osnovanimÂImperial College Croatian Society, ce bitiÂodrzano 21. ozujka na Imperial College-u, London.ÂNakon predavanja imati cete priliku kupitiÂpotpisanu knjigu "Croatia: A Nation Forged inÂWar" ciji je autor gospodin Tanner. CSYPN svimaÂtoplo preporucuje ovu knjigu.ÂÂVise detalja u nastavku poruke.ÂÂ---ÂWhat: Marcus Tanner: "Reporting the Croatian War"ÂWhen: Thursday, 21 March 2002 6.30pm for lecture at 7.00pmÂWhere: Clore Theatre, 180 Queen's Gate Imperial College London SW7ÂÂhttp://www.streetmap.co.uk/streetmap.dll?G2M?X=526446&Y=179347&A=Y&Z=1ÂÂDear all,ÂÂIn order to celebrate 10 years of the CroatianÂrecognition, we are please to invite you to aÂtalk by the distinguished author andÂ"The Independent" journalist Marcus TannerÂentitled "Reporting the Croatian War".ÂÂThe event, organised in collaboration withÂImperial College Croatian Society - ICCS,Âwill take place on 21 March, at 6.30pm forÂlecture at 7.00pm at Imperial College, London.ÂThe talk will be introduced by the BBC's AdrianÂChiles, who will chair a Q&A session afterwards.ÂÂMr Tanner is a veteran correspondent fromÂCroatia for "The Independent" and author ofÂthe acclaimed "Croatia: A Nation Forged in War",Âwhich has been reissued in a new, updatedÂedition. He is also the author of "Ireland'sÂHoly Wars". Mr Tanner will give a talk on hisÂexperiences on reporting the Croatian war ofÂIndependence, during which he will discuss theÂPR efforts of the Croatian side.ÂÂAutographed copies of the updated edition ofÂthe new edition of "Croatia: A Nation ForgedÂin War" will be available for purchase atÂthe discount rate of £7.00 (normal bookstoreÂprice is £9.99).ÂÂThis is an invaluable opportunity to conveyÂan objective perspective to British people.ÂPlease come, bring some of your BritishÂfriends and purchase the book.ÂÂWe hope you will be able to join us for whatÂwill be an informative and pleasant evening.ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 15 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6162/1/E-Yoga-classes-at-the-Croatian-Center-in-Chicago-FREE.html ÂYoga classes are being held at the Croatian Center every Tuesday andÂThursday from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.ÂÂClasses are free.ÂÂClasses will improve energy and vitality and:ÂÂimprove concentrationÂfreedom from stress and exhaustionÂimprove physical healthÂlower blood pressureÂÂWe ask that when you come, to please remove your shoes and enter quietly.ÂRespect the excersizes. Our excersizes are for everyone regardless of age or physicalÂstate. It is best not to eat 2 hours prior to the excersizes (if you are hungry,Âsomething light like fruit is ok) Never excersize if your are under the influenceÂof drugs or alcohol. If you take medication consult your physician.ÂDress comfortably (natural fabrics) or purchase our unifroms for $50.ÂDon't give up! When you begin to add discipline in your life, your body willÂcertainly resist (the battle of old habits).ÂÂFor more information contact Mirna Sugar the instructor at (312)320-9340 orÂ(773)561-7444.ÂÂPlease come 15 minutes before for warmup excersizes.ÂÂCroNetwork: The Croatian-American Organization for Young Professionals.ÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Tue, 12 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6164/1/E-A-forum-for-the-discussion-of-women-and-war.html ÂÂIn New York City, Eve Ensler's new play "Necessary Targets" is becoming a forum for the discussion of women and war.ÂÂOn Sunday March 10th at 3:00 PM there will be a special performance of Eve's new play "Necessary Targets" for participants in the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, followed by a panel discussion, "The Urgency of Implementation of Security Council Resolution 1325." Cora Weiss, Hague Appeal for Peace, will moderate the panel discussion.ÂÂGeneral public is welcome, for reservations contact Judy Corcoran (212) 315-2449. Location: Variety Arts Theater, 3rd Avenue at 14th Street, New York City.ÂÂThe play, "Necessary Targets" is based on interviews with numerous people who survived the Serbian attack on Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The "Necessary Targets" provides a timely reminder of the effects of war and the need to arrest the war criminals Ratko Mladic and Radovan Karadzic.ÂÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 08 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6163/1/E-Croatian-Ambassador-in-Marin-County.html Âwww.rootsofpeace.orgÂÂDear Nenad,ÂÂÂWhat a wonderful meeting we shared in NYC this week...always amazing how these "coincidences" from heaven line up!ÂÂÂI am serving as your "Croatian Ambassador" on the West Coast next week, as I will be hosting a booth on Croatia during "Multi-Cultural Week" where representatives from countries around the world will display information about their featured country for hundreds of Marin County School Children to attend and LEARN!ÂÂÂI have ordered an official Croatian Costume and Croatian Speaking Teddy Bear from Melissa, with the hopes of elevating the interest in culture represented by your beautiful country! It seems as though you have already connected with Melissa...it's such a small, small world!ÂÂÂFondly,ÂÂÂHeidiÂÂÂÂwww.rootsofpeace.orgÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 08 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6167/1/E-Rudar-Club-25th-anniversary-big-success.html ÂPRESS RELEASEÂÂÂUnited Miners Soccer Club RUDAR in New York celebrated on March 2 (last Saturday) 25th Anniversary of the existence. Celebration took place in Dante Caterers grand hall with few hundreds of club's members, their families and friends of the club attended the program. Club's folklore group performed Istrian folk dances. After dinner music band Magnolia from Istra entertained the happy people of New York Metropolitan area. Polkas, valcers, rock & roll, disco, narodno kolo etc., were the dances of the night.ÂÂÂMarch 2, 1921 was the day when Labin Republic was proclaimed by the Istrian miners. That was the first known revolt against coming Fascist dictatorship in Europe. The same day was chosen by the Croatian sons and daughters of Labin's miners in New York to establish the United Miners Soccer club in Astoria as a remembrance to that historic date.ÂÂÂRudar (Miner) Club was establish on March 2, 1977. Twenty five years of dedicated work in soccer, folklore, cards, hunting and Istrian hospitality came to the day of celebration of silver anniversary. Croatian community in New York Metropolitan area is very proud of the Rudar's club success. All of you who want to congratulate to the club, you can do that to e-mail your congratulations to the President of the club Mr. Walter Cekada.ÂHis e-mail is: waltercekada@msn.comÂRudar Club telephone is (718) 786-5833ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 07 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6166/1/E-Croatian-folk-dancing-in-Southwest-VA.html ÂÂHi Nenad, I am finally going to be able to see and hear Tamburitza!ÂThought you might want to post, in the event there are others who would like to make their way down to these beautiful VA mountains!ÂÂDianaÂÂÂThere is going to be a performance by the Tamburitzans (aka Tammies), theÂwell-known folk-dance performing group from Duquesne University inÂPittsburgh. They'll be performing in Whitman Auditorium at VirginiaÂWestern Community College in Roanoke, VA, on Tuesday, May 7th, at 8:00 p.m.ÂTickets cost $12.00 (for reserved seats) and go on sale at the VWCC Bookstore on April 15.---e mail-- infocenter@vw.vccs.edu phone-540-857-VWCCÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 07 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6165/1/EH-Childrens-Festival-in-New-York.html ÂMy dear fellow Croats!ÂÂThe 3rd Croatian Children's Festival will be held this Saturday and Sunday, March 9th and 10th. It will be a very impressive cultural event; there are 120 children performing to the music of 28 songs created by well-know Croatian composers.ÂThis year's festival will be dedicated to the victims of the World Trade Center tragedy. Since 2002 marks the 10thyear Anniversary of the international recognition of Croatia, we will also dedicate this festival to the innocent victims of the aggression on Croatia, and the victims of the war in Croatia. Find time to come and listen to the children so that we can be together as a community and as a people. For when people are together, then the Lord is with them as well.ÂÂÂWarmest regards,ÂFather Robert ZubovicÂÂÂÂDragi hrvatski puce!ÂU subotu i nedjelju ce se odrzati vrlo vazan kulturno-zabavni program kojeg priprema vise od 120 djece izvodeci 28 pjesama u pjesmi i plesu eminentnih skladatelja iz Hrvatske i Amerike. Ovaj Festival posvecujemo svi stradalima u teroristickom napadu na SAD-e kao i svim zrtvama hrvatskog domovinskog rata a prigodom 10-te obljetnice medjunarodnog priznanja Hrvatske. Nadjite vremena da dodjete poslusati svoju djecu i da kao narod budemo zajedno. Jer kad su braca zajedno, tada je i Gospodin s njime.ÂÂPozdravlja VasÂVasÂDon Robert Zubovic, svecenik u AstorijiÂÂSaturday March 9th at 7pm.ÂSunday March 10th at 4pm.ÂÂAtÂQueensborough Community CollegeÂ222-05 56th Ave.Â-Bayside,NY-ÂÂTicket Price- $35ÂÂTickets are held:ÂAfter Sunday Mass at Hrvatski Centar sold byÂMr. Stipe DumancicÂÂAfter Sunday Mass at CafeteriaÂMost Precious Blood School in AstoriaÂÂCafe Bar Scorpio & LoydÂÂFor reservation you can call:ÂRose Maracic: 516-365-9628ÂIvica Gasparic: 718-626-3354ÂVivijana Knapic: 718-626-9488ÂÂFor other information call:ÂEleonora: 516-933-9613: eleonor@aol.comÂFr. Zubovic: 718-726-7937: rzubovic@aol.comÂÂÂ*Dobro Dosli Na Treci Hrvatski Djecji Festival New York 2002*ÂÂÂOp-edÂÂSupport this great eventÂnbÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Thu, 07 Mar 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6168/1/E-Arnold-Schwarzenegger-in-Bosnia.html ÂAccording to US Magazine, issue 366, February 18, 2002 Arnold Schwarzenegger will visit Bosnia.ÂÂ"Arnold Schwarzenegger is a real trouper. The "Collateral Damage" star will fly to Bosnia on February 9 to be with U.S. and allied forces. Although the army had arranged for Schwarzenegger, 54, to stay in a luxury suite in Bosnia's only five-star hotel, the Terminator insisted on bunking with the soldiers in the barracks. Schwarzenegger tells US magazine: "I don't want any special treatment. I want to be with the soldiers, spend the weekend participating in their drills and activities on the base - not just entertain them for an hour." During his two-day tour, Schwarzenegger will get up early for training exercises, ride with soldiers in tanks, shoot an M-I6 rifle simulator, fly in a Black Hawk helicopter and, perhaps most dangerously, eat in the mess hall."ÂÂÂDistributed by www.CroatianWorld.net. This message is intended for Croatian Associations/Institutions and their Friends in Croatia and in the World. The opinions/articles expressed on this list do not reflect personal opinions of the moderator. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,Âplease delete or destroy all copies of this communication and please, let us know! letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Fri, 08 Feb 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6169/1/H-10-OBLJETNICA-PRIZNANJA-HRVATSKE-u-Los-Angelesu.html Los Angeles, CASVECANO PROSLAVLJENA 10. OBLJETNICA PRIZNANJA HRVATSKEU subotu, 19. sijecnja, 2002 godine u Los Angelesu, CA, u organizaciji hrvatske lobisticke udruge "Croatian American Association", koja djeluje u Washingtonu od veljace 1990 godine, svecano je proslavljena 10. obljetnica medjunarodnog priznanja Hrvatske kao suverene i neovisne drzave. Ujedno je dano prizanje uglednoj lobistickoj udruzi Americkih Hrvata "Croatian American Association" (CAA), koja je izvan domovine najzasluznija hrvatska ustanova za postignuto priznanje 15. sijecnja, 1992 godine. Ova je udruga medju ostalim kapitalnimm akcijama, kao sto su svima vec poznati prosvjedi u Washingtonu na kojima se je u srpnju 1991 godine okupilo 30 tisuca Hrvata, te osnivanjem Foreign Press Bureau-a u Hrvatskoj u srpnju iste godine, prikupila prije priznanja Hrvatske i sa strane SAD 7. travnja, 1992, preko jedan milijun potpisa, uglavnom od americkih Hrvata, i predala te potpise tadasnjem americkom predsjedniku Georgu Bushu, starijem. Glavna proslava Hrvatske Nezavisnosti odrzala se je hrvatskoj zupi sv. Ante u srcu Los Angelesa, najprije zajednickim sudjelovanjem u svetoj misi zahvalnici, koju je predvodio Vlc. Miljenko Majic, zupni pomocnik, te svecanom gala vecerom na kojoj je sudjelovalo preko cetiri stotine uzvanika. Dragi gosti iz domovine, hrvatski general i bivsi zamjenik ministra odbrane Dr. Kresimir Cosic, te dopredsjednica HDZ-a Gospodja Maja Freundlich, kao i ugledni odvjetnik Dr. Josip Muselimovic iz Mostara, pozvani su kao glavni gosti i govornici na banketu. Oni su svoji govorima upozorili na neodrzivo stanje Hrvata u Bosni i Hercegovini te ostrim rijecima napali postojeci rezim Ivice Racana i Stipe Mesica u Hrvatskoj isticuci da su oni proigrali povjerenje koje im je hrvatski narod dao u mandatu na izborima 3. sijecnja, 2000 godine.Postojeci rezim u Hrvatskoj svoje je povjerenje iznevjerio zbog ovih kriticnih i presudnih prekrsaja ne samo predizbornih obecanja vec i samog hrvatskog ustava.- Bezuvjetnim izrucenjem hrvatskih generala koji su najzasluzniji za oslobodjenje Hrvatske od Srpske agresije, te nezakonitim i izdajnickim davanjem povjerljivih dokumenata domacim i stranim novinarima te laznim svjedocenjem pred haskim tribunalom.- Pronevjerom hrvatskog gospodarstva putem nezakonitih ugovora I prodajom vlasnistva stranim tvrtkama;- Ukidanjem zakonito stecenih mirovina, pomoci rodiljama, osiromasenjem vojnih invalida;- Sklapanjem ugovora koje vode prema balkanskim carinskim, gospodarskim I trgovackim udruzenjima na stetu hrvatkog suvereniteta;- Ukidanjem zakonito postignutih sporazuma po kojima je Hrvatska davala pomoc Hrvatima u Bosni I Hercegovini, kao sto su pomoc HVO-ou, majkama ciji su sinovi izgubili zivote braneci Hrvatsku. (Preko 60% poginulih u obrani Hrvatske jesu Hrvati iz B&H); dokinucem pomoci za odgoj i skolovanje hrvatske djece u B&H; te u zadnje vrijeme gasenjem satelitskog signala Hrvatske Radio Televizije za Hrvate u B&H;- Omalovazavanjem dostojanstva domovinskog rata, rekonstrukcijim i fabriciranjem cinjenica, laznim optuzbama bratitelja;- Pljuvanjem na hrvatske zrtve u doba poraca i komunizma do te mjere da je pred Bozic hrvatski predsjednik Stipe Mesic dao odlikovanje i polozio na grob britanskog generala Fittsroy McKleena vjenac. Isti je taj britanski general bio onaj koji je izrucio u svibnju 1945 godine hrvatksu vojsku i goloruke civile Titovim partizanima koji su tada nakon rata masakrirali preko pola milijuna Hrvata.Nisu nasi govornici samo oslovili negativnosti vec su svojim rijcitim i vizionarski izgradjenim prijedlozima s pogledima na svjetliju buducnost i pozanvanjem hrvatskog neslomljivog duha ohrabrili sve nazocne. Donosimo nekoliko takvih primjera:- Hrvatski narod je spreman i jesti travu prije nego sto dozvoli daljnju strahovladu komunistickog rezima (M. Freundlich);- Uloga hrvatske dijaspore nuzna je u formiranju moderne hrvatske drzave, kao sto je ona bila neophodna za stvaranje hrvatske drzave. Ovaj rezim je potpuno zanijekao vrijednost i obol Hrvata izvan domovine (M. Freundlich);- Ratne operacije Bijesak i Oluja kreirane su da se donesu minimalne stete ne samo hrvatskoj vojsci vec i nepriajatelju. Ni u jednoj vojnoj operaciji takvog sjajnog uspijeha u povijesti ratovanja nije naneseno manje stete neprijatelju nego za vrijeme akcije Bljesak i Oluja (Dr. Cosic);- Sadasnja vlada u svojoj perfidnosti zeli da se mi bavimo prosloscu i da iscrpimo svoje energije i svoje potencijale tim temama. Zato krivotvore povijesne cinjenice. No, mi gledamo prema hrvatskoj buducnosti. Zato cemo upotrijebit sve svoje energije kako bismo odgojili novi narastaj mladih sposobnih Hrvata koji ce nositi barjak slobode u buducnosti (Dr. Cosic);- Hrvatski narod u Bosni i Hercegovini bit ce Vam vjecno zahvalan, posebno udruzi Croatian American Association, sto ste prosle godine organizirali posjet Kardinala Vinka Puljica i biskupa Ratka Perica u Washington te omogucili da pred Americkim Kongresom svjedoce o nepravdama koje se vrse nad Hrvatima u B&H (Dr. Muselimovic);- Nije istina da je Hrvatska napravila agresiju na Bosnu i Hercegovinu. Naprotiv, istina je da je agresija na Hrvatsku dosla iz Bosne i Hercegovine (Bihac, Slavonski Brod, Kostajnica, Stara Gradiska, Neum, Ston, Dubrovnik, Konavle). Zar oni misle da smo mi zaboravili sve to? Dapace, Hrvatska je obranila Bosnu i Hercegovinu, a HVO je spasio ne samo Hrvate vec Bosnjake od potpunog isptrebljenja od strane Srba, te zastitio Hrvatski Jug i presjekao srpske planove za stvaranje Velike Srbije. Samo je u toj operaciji izgubilo zivota 10 tisuca Hrvata iz Bosne i Hercegovine. (Dr. Cosic) - Pred nama su ogromni zadaci u jacanju hrvatskog drzavnog, gospodarskog i nacionalnog bica; drzava se ne stvara u jednom desetljecu ili u jednom narastaju vec kroz cijelo jedno stoljece; zato su temelji na kojima pociva hrvatska drzava neunistivi; to su u prvom redu zrtva koju su podnijeli nasi vitezovi u obrani domovine; cisti i sveti rat protiv klasicnog agresora u kojem smo izisli kao pobjednici; sloga i pomirenje hrvatskog naroda te jedinstvo iseljene i domovinske Hrvatske kao i jedinstvo cijelog hrvatkog korpusa, to jest hrvatgskog naroda maticne zemlje Hrvatske, Bosne i Hercegovine, Boko Kotorske i Vojvodine (M. Freundlich) Svojim su govorima za vrijeme banketa pozdravili nazocne: Vlc. Dr. Don Mate Bizaca, zupnik Sv. Ante, Dr. Miso Munivrana, genralni konzul RH u Los Angelesu; Dr. Frank Brozovic, predsjednik CAA-a; Mr. Gospodin Jerko Sumera, dopredsjednik CAA-a, Gospodin Melkior Masina, predsjednik Hrvatske Katolicke Zajednice za SAD i Kanadu, Gospodin Marko Mijat, predsjednik podruznice CAA-a u Kaliforniji i Yul Draskovic, predsjednik Sredisnjice hrvatskih udruga u Los Angelesu. Svecano slavlje uzvelicali su Klapa Konoba izvodjenjem spleta hrvatskih rodoljubnih pjesama, zatim Zupna tamburaska i plesna skupina divnim spletom hrvatsih kola iz Slavonije, te Gospodjica Ana Marie Boskovic, koja je izvedbom pjesme "You are my hero" (Ti si moj junak) dirnula u srce sve nazocne posvetivsi ovu pjesmu palim hrvatskim herojima za slobodu Hrvatske. Osim ove glavne proslave treba zabiljeziti jos nekoliko vaznih dogadja za Americke Hrvate, kao i za samu hrvatsku stvar, koji se se zbili tih dana u Kaliforniji. U dvorani Hrvatskog Kluba u San Pedru u nedjelju je odrzan javni skup na kojem su u roku od cetiri sata pred nekoliko stotina nazocnih odgovarali na pitanja Dr. Cosic, Dr. Muselimovic, Gospodja Frendlich i Mr. Pat McKlee, sluzbeni lobisticki zastupnik CAA-a u Washingtonu. U nizu tih znacajnih dogadjaja odrzan je tromjesecni sastanak Glavnog Odbora CAA-a na kojem je sudjelovalo 20 delelgata iz New Yorka, Washingtona, Clevelanda, Chicaga, Milwaukee-a, Seattle-a te Kalifornije. Potom, znacajni napredak CAA-a potvrdjen je uspostavom podruznice CAA-a u Juznoj Kaliforniji, koji je ujedno bio i glavni organizator proslave 10. obljetnice priznanja Hrvatske. Do sada je interese CAA u Kaliforniji zasutpala Sredisnjica hrvatskih ustanova a odsada ce tu sluzbu obavljati neovisna podruznica CAA-a. Vrlo je vazno obavijstiti hrvatsku javnost da je odrzan vrlo znacajan sastanka Odbora udruge "Prijatelji Vukovara u SAD" na kojoj je utvrdjeno da su dovrseni radovi za potpunu rekonstrukciju porusene skole za djecu s poteskocama u razvoju koju u Vukovaru sponzorira ova udruga, te da ce ta skola nositi ime ugledne plemenite Hrvatice u SAD Gospodje Mary Robert (Morgic), koja je u zadnjih deset godina obdarila hrvatsku domovinu plemenitim humanitarnim donacijama. Na ovom je sastanku bila nazocna kcerka Mary Robert, Gospodja Joan Grasso. Obitelj Mr. & Mrs. Steve and Joan Grasso pobrinut ce se za izgradnju kipa Gospodje Robert koji ce krasiti ulaz obnovljene barokne zgrade (skole) u Vukovaru. Dvodnevni program proslave 10. obljetnice priznanja Hrvatske 19. I 20. sijecnja 2002 godine , ostat ce za sve nas u pamcenju i u nasim srcima kao jedan sjajan dogadja koji nas ispunjava veseljem, srecom, zadovoljstvom, zarom za jos vecim pozrtvovnim radom. Snaga naseg zajednistva, iskustvo medjusobnog poverenja i zajednickog pregalastva, prepoznavanje kljucnih osoba u tom svetom radu za majku domovinu, sve nas je to jos vise nadahnulo prema novim pobjedama, a velicina intelekta nasih gositiju iz domovine, snaga njihovog karaktera i plemenitost i zar rodoljublja, jos vise otkrivaju bijedu danasnjih vlastodrzaca koji su se kao hijene docepali vlasti cekajuci iz zasjede dok je hrvatski covjek ginuo na bojisnicama braneci svoju rodnu grudu. Melkior Masina(219 942 1191)distributed by CROWN - www.croatianworld.net - CroWorldNet@aol.comNotice: This e-mail and the attachments are confidential information.If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail and the attachments is strictly prohibited and violators will be held to the fullest possible extent of any applicable laws governing electronic Privacy. 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Bach) Wed, 23 Jan 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6170/1/E-SVVLAHO-FESTA---USA---FEB2-92002.html SV.VLAHO/ST.BLAISE PATRON SAINT OF CITY OF DUBROVNIK IS BEING CELEBRATED THIS YEAR IN THE USA WITH SPECIAL CONCERT PEFORMANCE BY RENOWNED GROUP "KLAPA MAESTRAL" FROM DUBROVNIKSaturday - February 2,2002 - LOS ANGELESSt.Anthony Croatian Church/Center - Alpine & Grand6 pm Holy Mass, 6:30 Social Hour, 7:30 Dinner/Concert/DanceDonation:Adults $50, Students/Children $25 R.S.V.P by Jan.25,02Sponsor: Libertas FoundationFor more info & reservation: e-mail:Dubrovnik5@aol.comor call Niko Hazdovac (310) 548-1446Sunday - February 3,2002 - SAN JOSE, CA.Napredak Hall - 770 Montaque Expwy, San Jose11:00 am Holy Mass, 1:00 pm Social Hour, 2:00 pm Lunch, 3:30 Program/DanceDonation: Adults $25, Students/Children $10 Sponsor: Hrvatsko Dubrovacko Drustvo "Sveti Vlaho" - San Francisco Bay AreaFor more info & reservation: e-mail:Peter@accurainc.comor call Pero Matkovic (408) 988-7633Friday - February 8,2002 - CHICAGOSt.Jerome Church/Hall 2801 S.Princeton, Chicago,Ill.8:00 pm Maestrali Concert - After Concert music for dance by Mario & DavidDonation:$15 - Coffee and cokies free -No Dinner - No Host BarSponsor:Croatian School & Tamburitza group "Cardinal Stepinac"For more info & reservation: e-mail: mmromanovic@altavista.comor call Mario Romanovic (773) 624-0337Saturday - February 9,2002 - NEW YORKLeonard's Restaurant, 555 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck,N.Y.7:00 Cocktail Hour, 8:00 pm - 1:00 am Dinner,Concert,Dance Donation $120 - RSVP: by Jan.20,02 to (212) 744-2043 Maro BarisicSponsor:Club Dubrovnik,Inc. New YorkFor more info contact Srdjan Gjivoje e-mail:sgjivoje@networld.com Lets keep the Sv.Vlaho tradition of celebrating the Freedom alive... Lets celebrate Tenth Anniversary of Croatia recognition....Join us for the unforgettable evening of delicious Croatian food, music, songs and friendship. Bring your American friend with you and share the joy of our tradition, culture and our quest for freedom and democracy. All proceeds to benefit humanitarian causes in Croatia and USA.distributed by CROWN - www.croatianworld.net - CroWorldNet@aol.comNotice: This e-mail and the attachments are confidential information.If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail and the attachments is strictly prohibited and violators will be held to the fullest possible extent of any applicable laws governing electronic Privacy. If you have received this e-mail in error please immediately notify the sender by telephone or e-mail, and permanently delete this e-mail and any attachments. letters@croatia.org (Nenad N. Bach) Sun, 20 Jan 2002 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.croatia.org/crown/articles/6172/1/E-ANNIVERSARY-OF-THE-RECOGNITION-OF-THE-CROATIAN-STATE.html Dear Croatian American Friends,ÂÂÂIn January 1992, following a heroic war for freedom and democracy, the worldÂrecognized the independence of the Republic of Croatia. On JANUARY 19th,Â2002, the Croatian American community will hold a HOLY MASS at the CroatianÂCatholic Church in Los Angeles in honor of this historic event. FollowingÂMass, we will celebrate the 10th ANNIVERSARY OF THE RECOGNITION OF THEÂCROATIAN STATE with a GALA BANQUET in the Parish Hall.ÂÂÂThe guns in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina are now silent, and Croatia isÂan independent nation. But when you join us on January 19th, you will hearÂfirsthand from our honored guests GENERAL KRESIMIR COSIC, HDZ VP MAJAÂFREUNDIC and DR. JOSIP MUSELIMOVIC that the Croatian people's hard foughtÂindependence is not secure. They will tell you that the Croatian people'sÂexistence as one of the constituent nations of BiH is endangered. OnÂJanuary 19th, our guests will speak frankly about recent events in BiH. TheyÂwill tell you how your assistance can ensure that the independence and theÂexistence of the Catholic Croatian nation in BiH will not be lost.ÂÂÂOn January 19th, you will hear that there is hope. In large part, the futureÂof Croatia and the fate of Croatian nation in BiH will depend upon theÂactions of the United States of America. If we stand together, we can insureÂthat that our government in Washington is fair to Croatia and the Croats ofÂBiH.ÂÂÂIn our advocacy of the Croatian cause, we must not allow the liberation ofÂCroatian territory to be cast as a criminal act. We must do all in our powerÂto help those who defended Croatia in her time of need. We must oppose thoseÂin the international community who wish to rewrite history. Together, weÂmust look to the future for a better life for the Croatian people. But thatÂbetter life for the Croatian people will remain in jeopardy if Croatia'sÂindependence is compromised and if Croats no longer exist as one of theÂconstituent nations of BiH.ÂÂÂThis new year, please join the CAA and our honored guests to defend theÂcourse that the Croats of the world set upon over a decade ago: AnÂindependent and prosperous Croatia, along with constituent national people'sÂstatus for the Croats of BiH.ÂÂÂFrank Brozovich, DDSÂÂPresident, Croatian American AssociationÂÂÂ10th ANNIVERSARY OF THE RECOGNITION OF THE REPUBLIC OF CROATIAÂÂÂHOLY MASS AND LOS ANGELES-SAN PEDRO CAA GALA BANQUETÂÂSATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 2002ÂÂÂÂÂMASS, 6 PMÂÂRECEPTION, 7 PMÂÂDINNER, SPEAKERS & ENTERTAINMENT, 8 PMÂÂÂFEATURINGÂÂÂGENERAL KRESIMIR COSICÂÂFORMER DEPUTY MINISTER OF DEFENSE, REPUBLIC OF CROATIAÂÂÂMS. MAJA FREUNDLICHÂÂVICE PRESIDENT, HRVATSKA DEMOKRATSKA ZAJEDNICAÂÂÂDR. JOSIP MUSELIMOVIC, PRESIDENT, MATICA HRVATSKA, BiH & PRESIDENT,ÂÂLAW CHAMBER FOR HERCEG-BOSNAÂÂÂST. 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