Magyar News, 2003. szeptember-2004. augusztus (14. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2003-10-01 / 2. szám
Edit Lauer and Mr. Zsolt Szekeres of Washington- Budapest examined the challenges and possibilities of minority policy making in the Carpathian Basin. In his presentation, Mr. Miklós Csesznegi of Szeged outlined the difficulties and possibilities confronting the establishment of an organization similar to MBK, in Hungary. Ms. Rozália Kóka from Budapest-Bukovina gave an inspiring account of the history of the Székelys of Bukovina. She described the persistent difficulties related to the persecution of this national group; at the same time, she proudly described the accomplishments of survival. Ms. Eszter Szentkirályi Pigniczky of Cleveland, OH, gave a colorful presentation describing a trip to Northern Hungary organized by the Magyar Regős (Minstrel) Scouts of Ohio. The cultural aspects of the Conference proved to be uhe exciting and of high quality indeed. Ms Kóka gave a memorably fascinating, humorous account of the fabled stories and songs originating from the folldore of the Bukovinian Hungarians. Ms. Ildikó Kozsik from Marosvásárhely (Tirgu- Mures) gave colorful presentation of the ballads examining the female psyche, by the poet, János Arany. Ms. Eva Mécs of Pittsburgh, PA gave a highly charged and riveting literary presentation, entitled "The meaning of life." An excellent Hungarian folk ensemble ,the “Düvő” gave a enthusiastically popular concert ,and continued to play music for us nightly, at times up to three o' clock in the morning. The traditional campfire and entertainment segment on Wednesday, August 20, gave an opportunity for the artists and the Düvő Ensemble to "shine" again. It was truly touching and stimulating to observe and hear youngsters, ages 3 to 10, reciting poems in Hungarian, during their annual literary presentation. Nature walks were conducted, while the “specialty” groups, such as embroidery and folksinging proved to be very popular Ildikó Kozsik Rozália Kóka enjoying the canoe also. We had an opportunity to enjoy a video presentation of the famous “István a Király” (Stephen, the King) during an evening program. The newly organized MBK Bookclub analyzed and discussed Sándor Márai’s internationally popular novel "Embers" (A gyertyák csonkig égnek). For the first time in its existence, the ITT -OTT Conference had conducted a parallel program for English-speaking participants. Presentations related to the history of the Hungarian Community of Friends, history of Hungary, the place of Hungarian music on the palette of international musical life, discussion of current events affecting Hungarian minority life, cooking demonstration and recipe sharing took place also. The Annual General Assembly of MBK approved the establishment of the "Sándor Kiss Foundation" (Kiss Sándor Alapitvá.ny), to assist the educational endeavors of high school students in Transylvania and Trans-Carpathia. Istenszolgálat organized by the MBK' s Youth Group and closing remarks by the president concluded an electrifying,highly successful ITT-OTT Conference, on August 23 rd. Dr. Balázs B. Somogyi Hungarian Tapestry: Colors of the Land This year’s fundraising Gala will be held on Saturday, September 27th, at the Italian Center of Stamford, CT. Regions of Hungary: Northern Hungary (Felföld), Trans-Danubia (Dunántúl) and the Great Hungarian Plains (Alföld) will be presented, with an emphasis on regional characteristics of folk costumes and music. The menu will be appropriate to these regions also. Proceeds from this year's Gala will provide continued support of the Teleki-Bolyai Library, while educational grants for Hungarian high school students in Trans-Carpathia and Transylvania will be established. The promising young soprano, Ms. Eva Latranyi, will be the featured guest artist. Mr. Zoltán Zorandy will be piano accompanist, while the Zoltán Zorandy Orchestra will play music for listening and dancing. Admission and dinner are S80.00 per person; contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. May we also invite you to contribute to our fundraising campaign, in any amount that you wish. Please send checks and/or money orders made out to HCSC P.O. Box 2026 Cheshire, CT 06410 For further information and reservations ,call Linda Kata at (203) 634-0602 On behalf of the Hungarian Cultural Society of Connecticut Dr. Balazs B. Somogyi Page 5 Szalonna sütés
