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.
Entertainment
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.
Cuisine
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.
Program
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
| 12:00 p.m. |
Gates open; Music for your listening pleasure |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Food service (1-9 p.m.) |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Sidro Taburitza Group performs your favorite melodies |
| 4:00 p.m. |
Opening ceremonies; Parade of national costumes; National anthems; Guest speakers |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Kolibrici & Koraci Kolo Groups |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Concert by Ruze Dalmatinke Tamburitza Ensemble |
| 7:30 p.m. |
Ruze Dalmatinke Ensemble, Mate Caric, Petra Tulic, and CRO-DJ by
Mario perform for your listening and dancing pleasure |
| 09:00 p.m. |
Food service ends |
| 12:00 a.m. |
Closing (bar service and music) |
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Sunday, June 15, 2008
| 11:00 a.m. |
Tamburitza Mass - celebrating Hrvatsko Antunovo and Father's Day;
celebrated by Fr. Dujo Boban and Fr. Ante Juric |
| 12:00 p.m. |
Gates open for general public (not attending mass) |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Food service (1-7 p.m.) |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Sidro Taburitza Group performs your favorite melodies |
| 3:30 p.m. |
Parade of national costumes; National anthems; Guest speakers |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Kolibrici & Koraci Folklore Groups |
| 5:30 p.m. |
Concert by Ruze Dalmatinke Tamburitza Ensemble |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Ruze Dalmatinke Ensemble, Mate Caric, Petra Tulic, and CRO-DJ by Mario
perform for your listening and dancing pleasure |
| 9:30 p.m. |
Closing (bar service and music) |
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