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Cleveland Estonian Christmas Party
Cleveland Estonian Christmas PartyCleveland Estonians gathered at Faith Lutheran
Church in Mentor, Ohio for the traditional Estonian church service led by Pastor
Pirn, organist Trina Pirn, with guest viola Lembi Veskimets (Cleveland
Orchestra). After the service we gathered in the adjacent church hall for
verivorst, hapukapsast and Jõuluvana (Christmas sausage, sauerkraut and Santa).
The children were ready with poetry, song and musical instruments, to show
Jõuluvana what they had learned. A good crowd of fifty enjoyed the afternoon.
Elyse’ Champa and Emmi Puussaar were Santa’s elves,
helping carry the gifts
Thanks to Ambassador Toomas Tubalkain for the report.
Annual Magnum Holiday Lunch
Annual Magnum Holiday LunchEach year we like to gather an eclectic group of
friends and business associates for a holiday lunch. 75 techies, media,
non-profits, politicians, business, cultural - they were all represented at Bo
Loong. Of course there were many friends from Cleveland's international
communities.
Dan Hanson, Ingrida Bublys, Carmen Blackwell
and Slovenian Consul General Alenka Jerak
Rania Abbadi, Lisa Wong and Johnny Wu
See how to get invited next year, who was there and see lots of
Photos from the 2023 Magnum Party
and the Second Page of Photos from the Magnum Party
Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation Christmas Celebration
Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation Christmas CelebrationThe Cleveland
Cultural Gardens Federation (CCGF)is the governing body for all its member
gardens. It acts as an advocate for the gardens, works to help preserve and
promote them, and acts as a liaison between the Gardens, the City of Cleveland,
and partner organizations. Each year they host a holiday dinner meeting for
board members, delegates and friends of the Gardens. On December 10, 2023 they
gathered at the Centennial Peace Plaza and then at the St Casimir Church social
hall.
Members of the community were invited to have hot chocolate and cookies and make
ornaments for the tree as the Gardens delegates led the singing of Christmas
carols.
See photos and videos from the Cultural Gardens celebration
American Nationalities Movement Freedom Awards
American Nationalities Movement Freedom AwardsThe American Nationalities
Movement (ANM) was formed for the purpose of uniting all the nationalities in
the United States in the goal to educate, advocate and represent their interests
of all the diverse ethnic groups to the public and mostly to the political
leaders of the United States. They hosted their Annual Program and Christmas
Party on December 9, 2023 at Holy Spirit Party Center in Parma Ohio. Three
honorees were presented the Freedom Award: Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, Jim
Trakas and Ohio State Senator Matt Dolan.
Ralph Perk Jr., Senator Matt Dolan,
Archbishop Timothy Broglio, Jim Trakas and Irene Morrow
Photos and videos of the American Nationalities Movement event
Slovenian Independence and Unity Day
Slovenian Independence and Unity Day Independence and Unity Day (Slovene: Dan
samostojnosti in enotnosti) is a Slovenian national holiday that occurs on every
December 26 to commemorate the official proclamation of the Slovenian
independence referendum on December 26, 1990. Consul General Alenka Jerak hosted
a reception for Slovenian and other friends and colleagues to celebrate the
important day.
Cleveland City Councilman Mike Polensek with
Consul General Alenka Jerak
See photos and a video from the Slovenian event
Global Cleveland 2023 Annual Meeting
Global Cleveland 2023 Annual Meeting and AwardsGlobal Cleveland is a non-profit
organization that attracts, welcomes and connects international newcomers to
economic, social and educational opportunities in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County.
Their 2023 annual meeting was held at the Ariel International Center on December
7, 2023.
See more from the Global Cleveland Annual Meeting
Cleveland Ethnic eNewsletter
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Fun with Maps - Canada
Fun with Maps - CanadaIn this episode of Fun with Maps, host Dan Hanson looks at
the 2nd largest country in the world - Canada. Canada is huge and diverse and
many of its cities, provinces, territories, rivers, lakes, etc. would be good
topics for future Fun with Maps episodes but this episode concentrates on one
area - showing the 10 provinces and 3 territories of Canada.
The 10 provinces are Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick,
Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec
and Saskatchewan. The three territories are Northwest Territories, Nunavut and
Yukon.
See more Fun with Maps
Christmas in the Italian Cultural Garden
Christmas in the Italian Cultural GardenThe Italian Cultural Garden in Cleveland
was decorated beautifully for the holidays. Stan Lorence put the
decorations/lights up.
Enjoy photos of the Italian Garden at Christmas Time 2023
Croatian Wedding Traditions
Croatian Wedding TraditionsThe latest exhibit at the Croatian Heritage Museum is
titled: “Mladenka” - Croatian Wedding Traditions
The exhibit shows the dresses and colorful headdresses for the brides and the
towels (Rucnici) that the groom and other men wore. Various regions of Croatia
are represented. Admission is free.
Watch a video tour and see more photos
12th Annual Lebanon Day in Cleveland
12th Annual Lebanon Day in ClevelandThe American Lebanese Community Council is a
non profit organization created for all of Lebanese descent and their families
regardless of their political affiliation or religion. They hosted the 12th
annual Lebanon Day in Cleveland at an event in the Rotunda of Cleveland City
Hall. All day the flag of Lebanon flew above Cleveland City Hall and was
displayed in the Rotunda.
The special honoree was Berea Mayor Cyril Kleem.
Ohio State Representative Tom Patton, Souad Kaddah,
Mayor Cyril Kleem and Pierre Bejjani
See photos and video from Lebanon Day 2023 in Cleveland
Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova in Cleveland
Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova in ClevelandOn Friday, November 17, 2023
several events were held in Cleveland to discuss the Holodomor 90 Years later
and the current War in Ukraine. Her Excellency Oksana Markarova came to
Cleveland to discuss the Holodomor, the Soviet Union's deliberate genocide
through starvation of the people of Ukraine in 1932 and 1933 as well as the
current Russian campaign of war and ethnic cleansing.
Marcy Kaptur introduces Ambassador Markarova and Senator Portman
See more from the Ambassador and Senator's visit
Slovenian Honey Breakfasts
Slovenian Honey BreakfastsThe Traditional Slovenian Breakfast project was
organized in Slovenia for the first time in 2011 at the initiative of the
Beekeeping Association of Slovenia, with the aim of raising awareness among the
youngest about the importance of healthy eating, sustainable agriculture, direct
connection between honey-bees and other pollinators and the production of food,
as well as environmental protection.
In Cleveland, this is the third year of a partnership between the Slovenian
Consulate General (our Consul General Alenka Jerak), Collaborative Chamber
Alliance (Mrs. Nicky Sulandari), the Ohio State Beekeepers Association
(President, Mrs. Peggy Garnes), Euclid Chamber of Commerce (President Mrs. Dana
Heil) and the many beekeepers, who volunteer their time and expertise to bring
an educational and traditional breakfast to school children across the area.
Consul General Alenka Jerak
See more from the Slovenian Honey Breakfasts
José C. Feliciano Awarded Cleveland Heritage Medal
José C. Feliciano Awarded Cleveland Heritage MedalThe Cleveland Heritage Medal
is bestowed upon individuals whose significant contributions through leadership,
collaboration and service have left an indelible mark on all spheres of the
Cleveland community. But for these extraordinary men and women, the magnificent
story and history of Cleveland would not be what it is today. In a ceremony on
Thursday, November 16, 2023 in the Cleveland City Hall Rotunda, José Feliciano,
Sr. was the well-deserved recipient of this prestigious honor.
José Feliciano and family
See more of José C. Feliciano being awarded the Cleveland Heritage Medal
Diwali Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway
Diwali Thanksgiving Meal GiveawayVolunteers from Project SEVA, a service arm of
Federation of Indian Community Association (FICA) worked with local non-profit
agencies and the CRB Department of City Hall to load and deliver boxed dinners,
hygiene packets and blankets so the homeless and the refugees will have some
needed items for this winter.
Both Mona Alag, the founding member of Project SEVA and Sangita Bafna, current
President of Project SEVA were recognized at this event for 36 years of
continuous service work to the needy in Cleveland.
See more of the Project Seva Food Giveaway
Bhutanese and Nepali celebration of Tihar
Bhutanese and Nepali celebration of TiharOn November 8, 2023 Tihar was
celebrated for the first time in Cleveland City Hall by the local
Nepali/Bhutanese communities and Community Relations Board Department at City
Hall and other members of the community.
There were speeches, proclamations from the City, food from Himalayan Restaurant
and lots of music and dancing.
See photos and video of the Bhutanese and Nepali celebration of Tihar
More photos and videos of the performances
3rd page of photos and videos of the performances
Flag of Bhutan
Flag of Nepal
Page of photos of the people at the Tihar Festival celebration
Fun with Maps - Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland
Fun with Maps - Achill Island, County Mayo, IrelandThis episode of Fun with Maps
is about a small island off the West coast of Ireland called Achill. Mayo is one
of 32 counties in Ireland. For a small island there is a lot of history there.
For example, the famous Pirate Queen Grace O'Malley's Castle is located in the
southeast corner of Achill Island. James Joyce used the legend of Grace O'Malley
("her grace o'malice") in his 1939 novel Finnegans Wake.
Dan looks at Slievemore Mountain and the "Deserted Village" there with
approximately 80 ruined houses. For many years people lived and farmed in the
village and then in 1845 the Great Hunger struck in Achill as it did in the rest
of Ireland and the village was completely abandoned which is where the name
'Deserted Village' came from. Kildamhnait on the south-east coast of Achill is
named after St. Damhnait, or Dymphna, who founded a church there in the 7th
century. Dymphna fled to Achill to escape her tyrannical father and established
her church on this site. There is also a holy well just outside the graveyard.
Johnny Kilbane was a featherweight boxer who held the world featherweight title
from 1912 to 1923, the longest period in the division's history. He was the
second longest world title holder in boxing history, behind only Joe Louis. His
family was originally from Achill, County Mayo and then moved to Cleveland.
Charles Boycott was an unpopular landowner who lived on Achill and the word
"boycott" is named for him. Nancy Corrigan from Achill became only the second
woman to earn a commercial pilot's license in the US. She paid for her flying
lessons by being a model.
The Martin McDonagh movie 'The Banshees of Inisherin' was filmed on location on
Achill Island. Achill is attached to the mainland by the Michael Davitt Bridge.
John Reid and Yvonne Loftus Corcoran from the Michael Davitt Museum in County
Mayo tell his story including how Michael Davitt and Charles Stewart Parnell
formed the Land League at the end of the 19th century to abolish landlordism in
Ireland and enable tenant farmers to own the land on which they worked.
Dan's home city of Cleveland Ohio USA was twinned with Achill twenty years ago
and a large percentage of Cleveland's numerous Irish are from Mayo and
specifically Achill.
See more Fun with Maps
20 year anniversary of the Twinning of Cleveland and Achill Island
20 year anniversary of the Twinning of Cleveland and Achill IslandIn 2003 the
city of Cleveland Ohio USA was twinned with Achill Island in County Mayo
Ireland. A delegation from Cleveland travelled to Achill Island in September
2023 and a group from Achill Parish and County Mayo visited Cleveland in late
October 2023 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the agreement. There were many
events to celebrate the occasion.
On October 28, 2023 a sold out gala celebration was held at the West Side Irish
American Club. It began with Mass and then a reception and dinner. Then various
speeches and recognitions followed by music. dancing and craic.
John Myers, Gerry Quinn, John O'Brien Sr. and Mayor Bibb
Cleveland Mayors #58 and 56 - Justin Bibb and Jane Campbell
Photos and videos from the WSIAC Twinning Gala
Pat Chambers irish Civil War Collection
Pat Chambers Irish Civil War CollectionOn October 29, 2023 at the Irish American
Club East Side in Cleveland many members from the delegation from Achill and
Mayo spoke about Irish genealogy, the Michael Davitt Museum in County Mayo and
the Pat Chambers Civil War Collection.
John Reid, Yvonne Corcoran-Loftus and Pat Chambers
See photos and videos from the event at the IACES
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Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) Parade
Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) ParadeCleveland Public Theatre (CPT)/ Teatro
Público de Cleveland (TPC), and Día de Muertos Ohio presented the 19th Annual
Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Cleveland's Detroit Shoreway
neighborhood. Featuring Altar Installations, Arts & Crafts, Latin Food, Live
Music, and free Entertainment for All Ages. A highlight is the Parade / Desfile
which goes down Detroit Ave, stops at some altars and then circles back. Watch
the video.
Lots of photos and videos to come
Day of the Dead Parade
Day of the Dead ParadeThe Day of the Dead (Dia de Muertos) celebration was put
on by Dia de Muertos Ohio and Cleveland Public Theatre. The Day of the Dead (Día
de Muertos or Día de los Muertos) is a holiday largely developed in Mexico,
where it is mostly observed, but also in other places, especially by people of
Mexican heritage elsewhere. One of the highlights of the day is the colorful
Skull and Bones Parade.
See a video of the Parade and lots of photos
Day of the Dead Ofrendas (Altars)
Day of the Dead Ofrendas (Altars)Most of the tributes are outside in a cemetery
of ofrendas (altars) on the Cleveland Public Theatre grounds but there are also
some elaborate displays inside.
See videos and photos of the altars (ofrendas)
New statue in Vietnamese Cultural Garden
New statue in Vietnamese Cultural GardenThere is a new statue in the Cleveland
Cultural Gardens. A 20,000 lb block of marble was hewn from Marble Mountain in
Vietnam. The 9' tall Vietnamese Lady statue was crafted there as well and
shipped to Cleveland. It was installed on November 3 in the Vietnamese Cultural
Garden. Lots of photos and videos to come but here is a short time lapse video
of the installation.
Twinning Group in Irish Cultural Garden
Twinning Group in Irish Cultural GardenFor the last week, a delegation from
Achill Island and the broader County Mayo in Ireland have been in Cleveland to
celebrate the 20 year anniversary of the Twinning (Sister City) of Cleveland and
Achill Island, Ireland. Here they visited the Irish Cultural Garden. Lots of
photos and videos to come.
Rest in Peace Romas Bublys
Rest in Peace Romas BublysFrom Honorary Lithuanian Consul Ingrida Bublys:
"With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Romas Bublys, dearest husband
and father. He died peacefully, with family at his side, on Friday, October
20th. Words cannot express how much Romas will be missed. Join us in prayer and
celebration of an incredible husband, father, and friend.
A funeral mass for Romas Bublys will be held on Monday, October 30th, at 6:00
p.m. at The Church of the Gesu, 2470 Miramar Blvd., University Heights.
Following the service, a celebration of life will take place at the Gesu Hall.
Thank you for your prayers and support,
Ingrida and family
Romas and Ingrida Bublys
Carpatho-Rusyn Garden Information Pedestals Dedication
Carpatho-Rusyn Garden Information Pedestals DedicationOn Sunday October 15, 2023
many from the Carpatho-Rusyn communities in Cleveland, Ohio, Pennsylvania and
beyond gathered to celebrate and dedicate 4 information pedestals that are in
the Carpatho-Rusyn Cultural Garden in Cleveland. Because of rain the event was
moved inside from the Cultural Garden to the Ballroom.
Carpatho-Rusyn Garden Board Members
Photos and video of the Carpatho-Rusyn Garden event
Little Italy Murals
Little Italy MuralsAs you walk up Mayfield hill toward Cleveland's Little Italy
neighborhood you will see two murals along the wall. The first has colorful
depictions of the University Circle neighborhood including the Hessler Fair,
Peter B. Lewis building at CWRU and even the John D. Rockefeller and President
Garfield monuments at Lakeview Cemetery at the top of the hill.
The second mural tells the story of the Italians who came to Cleveland and
settled and grew the community. From baseball to bocce ball, the Alta House,
Feast of the Assumption and more.
Watch the video tour.
See close up pictures of the Little Italy Murals
Cleveland International Hall of Fame Class of 2024
Cleveland International Hall of Fame Class of 2024Since 2010 the Cleveland
International Hall of Fame has recognized people who have made significant and
lasting contributions to our multicultural city and region. An annual induction
ceremony takes place to both honor the deserving inductees and to inspire a new
generation of leaders.
The 2024 Class of the Cleveland International Hall of Fame will be inducted on
Tuesday April 23, 2024 at Windows on the River.
Over 90 worthy candidates were submitted to be considered. Previous inductees of
the CIHF were asked for input and a committee worked hard to whittle that number
down to the 6 in the 2024 Class. And what a Class it is! You will see a lot more
about the inductees in the future but here they are:
Dona Brady (Albanian) Ambassador Edward Crawford (Irish) Veronica Dahlberg
(Mexican and broader Hispanic) Dr. Eugene Jordan (posthumous) (African-American)
Erika Puussaar (Estonian) Johnny Wu (Chinese and broader Asian)
Wow! Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
Cleveland International Hall of Fame
Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern in Cleveland
Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern in ClevelandBertie Ahern served as Taoiseach (Prime
Minister) of Ireland from 1997 to 2008. He was instrumental in crafting the Good
Friday Agreement along with President Bill Clinton, Tony Blair and others.
He was in the region to accept the AOH Sean MacBride Humanitarian Award, which
is granted to those who have dedicated themselves to human rights issues. It was
sponsored by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Youngstown State University
Department of History.
Before flying out, the taoiseach spent some time at a reception in Cleveland and
we were invited to meet and greet this historical figure by John Myers.
John Myers and Taoiseach Bertie Ahern
See more from Taoiseach Bertie Ahern's visit
Columbus Day Parade
Columbus Day ParadeThe Columbus Day Parade, sponsored by Italian Sons and
Daughters of America (ISDA), took place in Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood
on Monday, Oct. 9 along Mayfield and Murray Hill roads. Hundreds of units
marched - elaborate floats, marching bands, local artifacts, and city leaders -
to celebrate Northeast Ohio's deeply rooted Italian American culture.
Here is a video of highlights from the annual Columbus Day Parade in Little
Italy.
See photos and videos of the 2023 Cleveland Columbus Day Parade
Basil Russo "Knighted"
Basil Russo "Knighted"Basil Russo was formally inducted as a “Knight of the
Order of Merit of the Republic of Italy” by the Republic of Italy on Sunday,
Oct. 8. The official ceremony took place in Little Italy at Angelo’s Nido
Italia, where Russo was presented with the distinguished Cavaliere title.
Consul Allegra and Basil Russo
See photos and videos of the Basil Russo Knight Ceremony
Degas and the Laundress: Women, Work, and Impressionism
Degas and the Laundress: Women, Work, and ImpressionismEdgar Degas was a French
Impressionist artist famous for his pastel drawings and oil paintings. His
reputation was built on images of upper-middle-class entertainment in 19th
century Paris - especially dancers and horse racing. Degas is especially
identified with the subject of dance; more than half of his works depict
dancers.
This is a very surprising (to me) new exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
It's surprising for the very narrow topic of the exhibition and also for the
quantity of pieces on that topic from big name artists such as Degas, Renoir,
Toulouse Lautrec and Picasso.
It's titled Degas and the Laundress: Women, Work, and Impressionism and is in
the Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Gallery from 10/08/2023 to 01/14/2024.
See our review of the Degas and the Laundress Exhibit
Sukkah Village to celebrate Sukkot
Sukkah Village to celebrate SukkotBeginning September 29, 2023 at sundown, many
Jewish families will celebrate Sukkot, a time to commemorate the 40 years the
children of Israel wandered in the desert after the Exodus from Egypt. In
Hebrew, sukkot means "booths" or "huts" and replicates the shelters Jews lived
in while harvesting and during their exile in the desert. In Cleveland, a Sukkah
Village was set up in Wade Oval in University Circle.
Sukkah Village set up in Wade Oval in University Circle
See pictures and a video tour of Sukkah Village
Italian Heritage Month Kick-off
Italian Heritage Month Kick-offThe annual City of Cleveland kick-off of Italian
Heritage Month is the official opening of a month-long celebration of the
Italian-American community in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. A packed house was
on hand to honor Italian American heritage honorees, hear speeches and enjoy an
Italian meal. The event was sponsored by the Italian Sons and Daughters of
America under the leadership of ISDA national president Basil M. Russo and
District VP Marie Frank.
Blaine Griffin, Basil Russo, Matt Zone,
Mayor Justin Bibb, Pamela Dorazio-Dean and Mike Polensek
Honors were awarded to
* Pettiti Garden Centers
* Frank Pocci
* Franco Maddamma
* Lisa Amato Reid and
* Mary Ferrante
See photos and video of the Italian Heritage Month ceremony
Cleveland International Hall of Fame Inductions
Cleveland International Hall of Fame Inductions What a night! Over 450 people
attended the 2023 induction ceremony for the Cleveland International Hall of
Fame. Lots of photos and videos posted soon.
2023 Class Picture
Standing: Sudarshan Sathe and Pierre Bejjani
Seated: Georgine Welo, Mike Polensek and Pat Dowd
Not pictured: Joyce Mariani
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Murder in the Cultural Gardens
Murder in the Cultural Gardens"It just didn't seem right to DJ. A body found
bludgeoned in a place known for "Peace through Mutual Understanding." But there
she was, crumpled behind a bust of composer Franz Liszt in the Hungarian
Cultural Garden. He pulled out his cell phone and dialed 911. "What is the
nature of your emergency?" the dispatcher queried. With a suddenly very dry
mouth DJ managed to get out, "There's been a murder in the Cultural Gardens."
That's the beginning of the recently published first novel by Dan Hanson.
The whodunit, titled Murder in the Cultural Gardens, takes place in the
Cleveland Cultural Gardens and all 30+ gardens are featured during the mystery.
You may even recognize some of the characters.
Click the link above to learn more or to purchase in paperback or Kindle version
from Amazon. Or contact Dan via the Murder in the Cultural Gardens webpage to
have a signed book delivered.
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Cleveland's Ethnic Diversity on DisplayCleveland is a diverse city with about
120 distinct ethnic heritages represented. We at ClevelandPeople.com and the
Cleveland International Hall of Fame believe that this ethnic diversity makes us
a much richer city and that we should all celebrate this fact.
We asked people from various ethnic groups to create a tile representing their
heritage. These 3 quilts are a product of that effort. We hope that other ethnic
groups will want to add their own tile to these patchworks showcasing our ethnic
diversity.
The quilts are available for loan to ethnic museums and organizations and for
special events. See more about the ethnic heritage display
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Welcome to Cleveland
Welcome to Cleveland
Members of the Stabrova Youth Ballet
welcome you to Cleveland
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We Pray the Rosary - Living Rosary DVD
We Pray the Rosary - Living Rosary DVDHail Mary, Full of Grace…
This DVD is a Living Rosary in the sense that over 200 people participated in
saying a prayer. 3 bishops, numerous priests and sisters and a variety of lay
people all said a prayer (Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary or Glory Be) that when
put together combine to form the complete Rosary.
We hope that you will pray along with the diverse group of people on this DVD.
They are young and old, different races and ethnicities, in Church and outside,
alone and in groups. The prayers are said in English, but occasionally there is
a prayer in another language. You may not know the language but will understand,
and be able to pray along, because of the context.
1. American Sign Language
2. English
3. Gaelic
4. German
5. Hindi
6. Italian
7. Konkani
8. Korean
9. Lebanese
10. Polish
11. Portuguese
12. Slovenian
13. Spanish
14. Swahili
More about the We Pray the Rosary DVD
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On-line store for browsing and shopping
Do you need a Hungarian Flag? A shirt that says "I love Slovenian girls"? How
about a sign that says No Parking except for Irish Grandmother?
These and hundreds of other items for your particular ethnic group are available
for browsing at our on-line store. It's safe, fast, easy and fun. And there is a
wide selection you will never find in the stores!
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