The final literary salon of this season was dedicated to the Golden Age of Russian poetry: Pushkin and Baratynsky. Did you know that both spellings — Boratynsky and Baratynsky — are correct? Evgeny Baratynsky used to sign his works using both versions. The spelling with an "o" is considered more historically accurate, as it derives from the ancestral family estate (Boratyn Castle), but the version with an "a" is much more common. The summer heat didn't deter lovers of Russian poetry, and several people joined us via Zoom. This is by no means the first time that those wishing to [...]

An engaging quiz dedicated to the traditions of the peoples of Russia took place at the Russian House. The event was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, bringing together participants of different ages and interests. Four teams of five people took part in the game. The first team was formed by the Parents’ Committee of the Russian House. For those who may not know: many guests have repeatedly attended events organized in the spirit of amateur artistic performance, where children and parents perform together — singing, dancing, and taking part in theatrical productions. It was from such active, creative, [...]