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THE COUNTDOWN IS ON for MORAVA’s 35th Annual Summer Folkfest! Get ready for a weekend packed with incredible music and dancing, authentic homemade Serbian cuisine, & unforgettable vibes. We are honored to host an unbelievable lineup of talent this year! Bring your friends, bring your family, and experience world-class Serbian hospitality to the fullest! Be sure to claim your tickets! All details below… ______________________________________________________ EVENT OVERVIEW MORAVA’s Summer Folkfest Returns for an Epic Weekend of Global Talent and Authentic Serbian Hospitality San Diego, CA — MORAVA has officially announced the return of the MORAVA Summer Folkfest, a premier cultural weekend celebrating global folk traditions, legendary local beats, and authentic Serbian hospitality. Bringing together world-class performers from across the globe and the United States, the festival promises a vibrant weekend of music and dance, food, and community. ______________________________________________________ SPECIAL GUESTS This year’s stellar lineup features highly anticipated special guests, including: - COTK Desanka Djordjevic (Direct from Serbia) - Dukati & Biseri (Chicago, IL) - Thalassani Greek Ensemble (Cardiff,CA) - Pelagos & Parea Greek Ensembles (San Diego, CA) - TARA Slavic Singing Society (San Diego, CA) ______________________________________________________ FESTIVAL WEEKEND SCHEDULE The three-day event is packed with distinct cultural experiences, high-energy performances, and social gatherings: Friday, July 31: Welcome Dance! 7 PM: The festivities kick off with a high-energy Welcome Dance featuring legendary local favorite, DJ Miko! Located at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church Hall (3025 Denver Street, San Diego, CA 92117). Saturday, August 1: Main Concert & Afterparty! 2 PM: The main event you will not want to miss -- the MORAVA Serbian folklore concert! Located at University City High School (6949 Genesee Avenue, San Diego, CA 92122). 6 PM: Then, following the main theater performances, the excitement continues with an exclusive post-theater party featuring live music from Chicago’s own Kalca Band! Located at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church hall (3025 Denver Street, San Diego, CA 92117). Sunday, August 2: Beach Party! 1 PM: The festival wraps up with a classic Southern California Beach Party at Pacific Beach. Guests and performers will head to the coast to soak up the sun, enjoy the ocean, and experience the ultimate SoCal lifestyle. Located near Lahaina Beach House on Pacific Beach (710 Oliver Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109). ______________________________________________________ A LA CARTE MENU Authentic Serbian cuisine homemade by the women of our community. Every dish is prepared with care, tradition, and the incredible flavors that keep guests coming back year after year. Friday: - Fish & chips - Burek (meat) with yogurt Saturday night: - Ćevapi (with kajmak, ajvar, onions & lepinje) and Serbian coleslaw - Burek (meat or cheese) with Serbian yogurt - “Balkan Fries” (French fries with kajmak & ajvar) ______________________________________________________ TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP Tickets for the concert and weekend events are available now. Due to high demand, attendees are encouraged to secure their spots in advance. - Concert Tickets: Available for purchase online via Zeffy Tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/morava-summer-folkfest/ - Support & Donations: Become a Sponsor and support the initiative! Your donations fund our youth involvement and parish outreach and can be made through the MORAVA Folkfest Sponsorship Page here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/bridging-parishes-welcoming-youth-sponsor-the-morava-folkfest/ For more updates, schedule announcements, and media assets, follow MORAVA on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moravafolklore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moravafolklore/ Or visit our church website: https://stgeorgeinsd.org/ ______________________________________________________ ABOUT MORAVA MORAVA is an amateur Serbian folklore ensemble established in 1986 dedicated to preserving and celebrating Serbian folklore, dance, and traditions in San Diego, California. "MORAVA’s Summer Folkfest is more than just a festival; it’s a bridge between cultures," said Maria Milasinovic, Co-Director, MORAVA Folklore. "We are thrilled to bring world-renowned talent to San Diego, pairing incredible international performances with our legendary traditional food, drinks, and unmatched hospitality."

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Saturday, November 7, 2026 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. North Park Way - 29th St to Ray St Free to Attend - All Ages Welcome - Dog Friendly Discover the businesses right in your own backyard! Verbatim Books and the North Park Community Fair are taking over North Park Way for a full day dedicated to the businesses that make this neighborhood the vibrant community that it is. Shop North Park is a fun and interactive street showcase that will bring together local retailers, service businesses, and creatives all into one place. This event will also have a neighborhood job fair component, featuring local businesses that are currently hiring. Are You a North Park Business? Applications are open now for local businesses interested in participating in Shop North Park. Priority will be given to brick-and-mortar businesses located within North Park, with spots open to surrounding community businesses as availability allows. Vendors are encouraged to bring something interactive and engaging to their booth. Details on the job fair component will be given upon application. Apply here: https://forms.gle/HbWbSmha1iniTG5t7 Questions? Email us at thenorthparkbookfair@gmail.com North Park Community Fair on Instagram

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Marking the 5th production in the Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS series, guest vocalists Kate Kortum and David Marino will debut arrangements of tunes from Broadway’s most beloved productions including "Hamilton," "Wicked," "South Pacific," "West Side Story," and more in a special concert event entitled "World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway." For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education globally. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries. The JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS touring initiative provides an affordable opportunity to present great jazz programming, featuring up-and-coming musicians who have been identified as rising stars by JALC. The initiative also allows for expansion of the mission of JALC "to entertain, enrich and expand a global community for jazz through performance, education, and advocacy." “Truly one of the most gorgeous voices I’ve ever heard. Please go see him.” – Jane Monheit “David Marino is a refreshing, rather rare all-around entertainer --- the kind that doesn't come around very often.” BroadwayWorld California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

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