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…
Author: Marko Puljić
Chicago: Euro 2008 Soccer Qualifying Matches at the Croatian Center
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…
Novi Humoristicko-Satiricki Magazin
NOVI HUMORISTICKO-SATIRICKI (non-profit) MAGAZIN u potpuno novom i neuobicajenom obliku je od nedavno online. Pravi vatromet humora, karikatura, satire, stripova, gegova i animacija na 292 strane, prezentirano na nacin koji dosad u hrvatskom net-u nije vidjen. Citaj vise…
Međunarodni Sajam knjiga u Frankfurtu
Od 04. do 08. listopada 2006 održava se međunarodni Sajam knjiga u Frankfurtu. Posjetite Sajam knjiga i stupite u dijalog sa kolegicama i kolegama iz Društva bivših studenata hrvatskih sveučilišta u Njemačkoj, koji će govorit o hrvatskom literarnom stvaralaštvu. Tradicionalna literarna tribina – okrugli stol u sklopu Sajma knjiga manifestacija je duha suradnje domovine i dijaspore.
Dublin Launch for “THE FRAMES: Behind the Glass”
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.
Letters: Zinfandel & Senator Migden
Hilda Foley (at left) submitted two letters regarding the discussion of California to adopt the “orphan” Zinfandel grape as its official grape. DNA testing has shown the variety to come from Croatia . Read more …
On This Day September 21, 1947 Fiorello La Guardia Dies
Fiorello La Guardia, three-time Mayor of New York City, died today in his sleep. Mr. La Guardia, through his knowledge of Yiddish, German, French, Italian and several Croatian dialects, obtained a job as interpreter at Ellis Island. He attended New York University Law School at night, and eventually was transferred to the legal department of the immigration service…
Photo Exhibition "Silence and the Sea"
THE LOCKWOOD – MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM presents “SILENCE AND THE SEA” A contemporary photography show Recent work of Tonci Coric and Lorence Ferich.
Prof.Dr. Ante Simonić: Politika i borba za opće dobro
Ostvarenje emancipacije često označava dobivanje onoga što mislimo da smo željeli. Voljeli bi da to ne znači da smo se oslobodili od onoga što nismo željeli kako bismo postali robovi stvari do kojih nam je stalo.
Returning to a Cuntry in Transition is Both Challenging and Rewarding
Returning home to Croatia after working as a postdoctoral fellow in the United States took preparation and patience. I had enjoyed my three years studying insulin resistance at two prominent US centres. Although I disliked the poor career prospects for postdocs and the lack of professional development, I loved my colleagues’ competitive spirit and the generous funding of the laboratory.
Croatia Knots World's Biggest Tie
Croatia tied the world’s biggest tie after placing red thread round its 4,000 kilometres (2,480 miles) of borders to promote the country’s cultural heritage and identity.
Kukoc Calls a Halt to NBA Career
Toni Kukoc, who played on the last three of Chicago’s Michael-Jordan led title-winning teams is to quit the NBA.
Ljubicic Leads Croatia Charge in China
Top seed Ivan Ljubicic (right) led a trio of Croatians into the second round of the China Open with a comfortable 6-4 6-2 victory over Japan’s Go Soeda on Tuesday.
Old Photos of Croatians
Joseph M. Settich (left) was a student of St. Joseph Catholic School in St. Louis. This school was a part of St. Joseph Croatian parish and was closed in the 1980’s. Joseph became a prominent attorney in St. Louis until his death in 1971. This photo was taken circa 1931. Photos submitted by Robert Settich.
Croatian Highlights and History Tour
Are you interested in traveling to Croatia next year, but don’t want to deal with the hassle of making an itinerary? Croatian-American photographer Don Wolf will be offering a guided tour of Croatia in 2007. Interested? Read more.
Začini Nadalina na njemačkom tržištu
Tvrtka “Luxor – Začini Nadalina” iz Solina i njemačka tvrtka “Dalmina” iz Pforzheima potpisale su 8. rujna ugovor o poslovnoj suradnji i distribuciji dalmatinskog aromatičnog i začinskog bilja iz programa NADALINA ETNO na njemačko tržište.
Ivan Ljubicic, the Silent Type
Many things are going right with Ivan Ljubicic (pictured at left), besides his ranking of No. 3. One of them is his beautiful and highly accomplished wife Aida. A fellow refuge from Bosnia , now a graduate of the Law School in Zagreb , Aida, is hoping to become a judge.
Coming Home to Croatia: A Spiritual Journey
Don Wolf has spent the past 28 years photographing the country of Croatia. He says he feels compelled to capture the essence of the land and the character of its people not only because it’s part of his family heritage, but also because he wants to share the country and its rich history with others.
Poziv na Predavanje 26.9.2006
Likovni stvaratelj Vlado Franjević će 26. rujna 2006. od 19.00 do 21.00 sati održati predavanje o svojem ovogodišnjem nastupu na 1. međunarodnom simpoziju dizajna u Ammanu, Jordan. Predavanje će se održati u…
Beyond the Call and Genghis Blues playing at Temecula Valley Film Festival
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.