Every two years, one of the member choirs of the Serbian Orthodox Choral Association hosts their convention. This year's meetings proved to be very productive. The Delegates met in Merrillville, where they spent both days updating By-Laws and discussing future festivals. Choirs from Hamilton, Indianapolis, Milwaukee,  East Chicago, and Merrillville were represented. Everyone took a break and spent Friday night at Bronko's enjoying a great meal. Of course, there was  kolo dancing and sing-alongs to the sounds of "Mismo" Tamburitza Orchestra. Sunday the combined choirs sang the Liturgical responses and also held Parastos remembering deceased SOCA members. (Click photo to enlarge)

Steve and Mary Watson were the lucky winners of the prima raffle at this year's Serb Fest at St. Sava. Steve and Mary own MINUTEMAN PRESS in Schererville, Indiana. For several years, they have helped print articles and photos at no cost, supporting our research. Congratulations to Steve and Mary!

The Serbian Historical Society put on a large display during Serb Fest, featuring many popular themes. Serbs in the U. S. Armed Forces, Serbs as Chetniks, Serbs in Sports, St. Varnava, St. Sava Church Old and New, Nikola Tesla, and many other themes filled the large room in the north wing. Hundreds viewed the exhibit each day, and even returned several times to take in more information. This is the third year that Serb Fest has hosted a cultural display, and has become unique to St. Sava Church. The Serbian Historical Society would like to Thank everyone who has donated or loaned items and photos of interest to their collection. In the future, you will see many more themed exhibits. (Click photos to enlarge)

This is your last chance to win a hand - crafted Tamburitza Prima, made and donated by Milan Opacich for this year's final Serb Fest Raffle. Koa wood was imported from Hawaii and used for this special last prima. Ticket requests can be mailed to Milan Opacich, 2255 Robinhood Blvd., Schererville, IN 46375, or call Dorothy (219)613-6133 for tickets. Checks can be made to: Serbian Historical Society or St. Sava Church. Perhaps you'll be the lucky winner of this beautiful heirloom. Tickets are $5 Each, or 5 for $20. Pictured below is last year's prima - Milan's still building this year's prima.

ST. SAVA SERBIAN FESTIVAL 2008 ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

FRIDAY AUGUST FIRST: LOCATION TIME

T-RROMA TAMBURA NORTH TENT (golfers only) 2 – 6 PM

MISMO TAMBURA NORTH TENT 6 – 9 PM

DRINA TAMBURA NORTH TENT 9 – MIDNIGHT

SASA KUSEVIC SOUTH TENT 4 – 8 PM

NOCNA SMENA SOUTH TENT 8 – MIDNIGHT

SATURDAY AUGUST SECOND: LOCATION TIME

DUNAV TAMBURA NORTH TENT NOON – 4 PM

T-RROMA TAMBURA NORTH TENT 4 – 8 PM

DRINA TAMBURA NORTH TENT 8 – MIDNIGHT

SASA KUSEVIC SOUTH TENT NOON – 4 PM

JO-JO BLUES BAND SOUTH TENT 4 – 7 PM

ORKESTRA SUMADIJA SOUTH TENT 8 – MIDNIGHT

SUNDAY AUGUST THIRD: LOCATION TIME

DUNAV TAMBURA NORTH TENT NOON – 4 PM

MISMO TAMBURA NORTH TENT 4 – 8 PM

SASA KUSEVIC SOUTH TENT NOON – 4 PM

UNITED SERBS SOUTH TENT 4 – 8 PM