Croatian Extravaganza 2008
The 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,
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 will be available and children can purchase all-day passes for the activities.
Admission is $7 and children under 12 are free. Gates open at noon June 14th and 15th.
Our entertainment program comprises of both traditional and contemporary
Croatian music that is sure to please everyone. We are proud to announce two tamburitza ensembles:
Ruze Dalmatinke from Seattle, WA, and Sidro from San Jose, CA. Traditional Croatian
folk dances will be presented by Koraci Kolo Group from San Jose and our local junior kolo
group Kolibrici who will be peforming in colorful Croatian national costumes.
The evening program continues with popular contemporary melodies of Croatia presented by our favorite visiting performers from Los Angeles, Mate Caric and Petra Tulic. Accompanied by our local DJ by Mario, they will keep the party going late into the night.
Another highlight of the festival is the cuisine which brings festival goers back every year. Each year, between 40 and 50 lambs and pigs are barbequed, along with cevapcici (beef and pork rolls), smoked Croatian sausage, and Croatian style steak. Accompanying the entrees are a variety of delicious side dishes and salads. Pastries, always a favorite, are the perfect end to a delightful meal. Choose among a variety of combination plates featuring delicacies such as nut rolls, tortes, strudel, ustipci, kifle, hrstule, baklava, and assorted cookies.
Our bar features fine wine and imported and domestic beers, as well as a variety of specialty drinks.
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
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Sunday, June 15, 2008
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