 On Sunday, February 22, 2026, following Divine Liturgy and Vespers with the Rite of Forgiveness, the parish of Nativity of Saint John the Baptist Parish joyfully hosted a Maslenitsa celebration. Parishioners and guests were welcomed into a festive atmosphere adorned with traditional Slavic decorations, music, and freshly prepared homemade blini. Musical performances were offered by Irina Zagornava and the children’s musical dance ensemble Zolotoy Petushok. Traditional Slavic dances were presented by the youth dance group Kaleidoscope. In addition, parish Sunday School students delighted the audience with ballet performances choreographed by Arina Klavel from American Russian Children’s Home (ARCHH). The celebration also included a variety of activities, games, and entertainment thoughtfully organized by Marina Ivannikova. The afternoon was filled with joy, cultural expression, lively dancing, and warm fellowship. Saint John Parish extends its sincere gratitude to everyone who helped organize, participate in, and support this beautiful and festive event. |
