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)

Holy Trinity Church in St. Louis, Missouri will host this year's 43rd Annual SOCA Festival May 30th through June 1st. Karageorge is looking forward to that wonderful weekend of song, dance, and friendship as the date approaches. Last year's concert weekend was made memorable by our guests, the Branko Choir from Nis, Serbia, as they performed with amazing perfection. The CD's from last year's concert in Merrillville will be available at this year's event in St. Louis. Just see Desa Halstead from Karageorge at the festival, or order it here online in Goods & Services for only $25 (3 CD Set) plus $4 S & H.

For more information and schedule of events, visit Holy Trinity Choir's website.

You can count on Karageorge to host a creative offering of Lenten choices. Bean soup, vegetable soup, endless appetizers and salads, bakalar, tilapia or orange roughy, meatless spaghetti, shrimp, and even dessert-are you hungry yet? Dinner will be from 3 pm until 7 pm today, March 21st in the south wing of the church.

Price is $9 per adult and $5 per child under 12. Join us, bring your friends and family.

Hristos Se Rodi!

 The holiday season is once again upon us and we would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Healthy and Joyous New Year. We have some great plans for the coming year, but it takes you.

 The St. Sava Sunday School children are planning to perform a special Christmas play on Badnje Vece, January 6th, and choir has been asked to accompany them with Christmas songs, both new and old. What a joyful celebration we hope to share together.

 We are also looking forward to the 43rd SOCA Festival to be held in St. Louis. We have wonderful memories of performances over the years in St. Louis. This year they are celebrating the 100th Anniversary of their choir. It would be nice to support their endeavors, rekindle old friendships, and make new memories together.

 We Need You! Won't you make plans to join us and bring a friend. Practices are held on Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 in the north wing.

Kathy, Kim, and Mary

Be the envy of all your Slava or Holiday guests in this very stylish apron, offered by our Karageorge Choir. Buy one for Mom or even Dad, he'll look great in it grilling cevaps this summer. The front reads " Dobar Glas Se Daleko Cuje", which translates to "A Good Voice Is Heard Far Away". The bold golden print is striking against a royal blue background. Pick one up at the Church office 9a.m. to 3p.m. daily or from Kathy Baroevich.  Buy it online (in Goods and Services) with your credit card, $3 shipping & handling, gift wrapped. Pair it with a Sisters Circle Cook Book for a great gift for any occasion.