Tag Archives: SNPJ

Decision, decision

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Daria

When I was away from home for four weeks this summer – and I was supposed to stay in Ohio for another week, I received an SMS on my cell phone. It was from my son, saying, “I have the … Continue reading →

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Being nice, being kind

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Daria

Just recently I noticed – more powerfully than ever – that there are two kinds of nice-ness around. Some people are nice – without thinking twice about it – while others are nice to get something in return. Then they … Continue reading →

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Borough of SNPJ through the lens of my camera

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Daria
SNPJ Trailer Court, Enon Valley, PA

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I spent a few really nice weeks at that trailer park – Recreation Center in Borough of SNPJ in Enon Valley, PA. The place is nice, peaceful and quiet, and so are the people I met there. During my walks … Continue reading →

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List of bands at Slovenefest XXX

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Daria

Six of the bands below (denoted in bold) performed at the very first Slovenefest, 30 years ago – in 1982. Only one of them – Bob Turcola – participated every single year, at every Slovenefest so far. I think he … Continue reading →

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In expectation of Slovenefest XXX

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Daria
SNPJ, Enon Valley, PA

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Borough of SNPJ in Enon Valley, PA, looks entirely different this morning than it did two days ago. What used to be an empty space and parking lots – is now turning into a sea of tents and concession trailers. The … Continue reading →

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Craft Show, landscaping and a vision of the new season

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Daria

Our first annual Craft Show at the Suncoast SNPJ Lodge 778 hall in Spring Hill went well. Like every new venue, it was a good learning experience and the result was that we had more vendors than expected and less … Continue reading →

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Lodge 778 extends gratitude for a job well done

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Daria
JOHN GURL, BOB TURCOLA, BOB KRAVOS and PETE NOVEMBER played a big role in the Friday jam session

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by DARIA PERSE, Lodge 778 SPRING HILL, Fla. — Weeks before our 2011 Florida SNPJ Days weekend started, I already had a long list with names of people who deserve to be mentioned here. I made notes a few times, … Continue reading →

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The biggest event of the year 2011

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Daria

Straight to the point this time – since our Suncoast SNPJ Lodge 778 biggest event of the season is approaching faster than I feel comfortable with at the moment. This year’s Florida SNPJ Days will start with an all day … Continue reading →

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Busy time and another dance

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Daria

My river is moving faster and faster. Being named after the river (Daria or Darya is a name of the major river in Central Asia) I thought this would be a good way to describe my get-up-and-go. . . Photo … Continue reading →

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Discount hotel reservations in Spring Hill, Florida

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Daria

This morning I had an interesting voice mail on my phone. Theresa from Quality Inn in Weeki Wachee, just across from Weeki Wachee Springs State Park on U.S. Highway 19, was interested in learning more about our Suncoast SNPJ Lodge … Continue reading →

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90th birthday party sparks an introduction

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Daria

by DARIA PERSE Lodge 778 SPRING HILL, Fla. — Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, was a special day for me. I had never in my life been invited to a 90th birthday party, so I felt curious and excited. For a travel companion I … Continue reading →

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List of events for FL – January 2011

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Daria

Type of event: Dance Who is performing: BOB TURCOLA from Youngstown, OH Where/address: Suncoast SNPJ 778, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill, Florida 34609 When/date and time: January 2, 2011 at 2 pm to 6 pm Admission: $10.00 Food: served … Continue reading →

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Happy holiday season

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Daria

Image via Wikipedia Since before Thanksgiving  (before this year’s happy holiday season even started) I’ve been caught in a swirl of activities. Most of them were very enjoyable and I – surprisingly – managed to neglect my computer and online … Continue reading →

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Feeling sublime

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Daria

Have you ever in your life met a person that represented everything you were asking for? Or maybe you’ve walked into a house that was the perfect home you were looking for… or maybe you’ve test-driven a car that felt … Continue reading →

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Four quick updates

Posted on November 4, 2010 by Daria

After weeks of summer-like weather and drought we finally got some rain. I was so happy I left my car in the driveway to have some dust washed off. Even all of my outdoor plants now look more alive again… … Continue reading →

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