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California State Parks will hold a habitat restoration day March 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at Sue-meg State Park, 4150 Patrick's Point Drive, Trinidad.

From its picturesque mountains, pristine beaches, and bustling cities to its warm hospitality, Bulgaria has something for everyone

The Childrens Museum of Oak Ridges International Festival is this Saturday. Kids and adults can experience cultures of the world. Buy tickets early.

Sunday, March 6, saw a breathtaking display of Bulgarian culture in Peterborough, at Herlington Court.

Every year on March 1, Bulgarians are decorated with white and red . For health, for joy and with a premonition of the end of winter and the onset of sprin

US expatriate in Bulgaria Anna Linnea has authored a book entitled Baba Marta, inspired by Bulgarian folktales and the tradition every March of martenitsi, thin double strand bracelets made of twisted red and white yarn. Baba Marta is a fickle grumpy old woman who lives high up in the mountains. Her mood can change the seasons and bring icy winds or warm sun rays. “As Baba Marta becomes unhappy, winter arrives. Snow piles up for months. Will Baba Marta ever smile and bring spring? Papa and Pe...

Amateur art - love, need and tradition Germaneya women’s folk group from the town of Sapareva Banya published on 3/1/21 6:05 AM Womens folklore group Germaneya Photo: personal archive March 1 st is a day much loved by all Bulgarians - the day we give each other martenitsas. These red and white amulets for health are yet another sign - the Day of the Amateur Artists in Bulgaria has come. Founded with this name in 1976 by a decision of the then Council of Ministers and in 1...

On the 1st of March Bulgarian people celebrate a centuries-old traditional holiday called the day of Baba Marta (or Grandma March), related to welcoming the approaching spring. On that day and a few days afterwards, Bulgarians exchange and wear the so called "Martenitsas"  – red and white twisted threads, symbolising health and happiness, a lucky charm against evil spirits. The Martnitsas are given away to friends, family and colleagues and are worn around the wrist or on clothes. In some ...