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Slovenefest XXVII: July 11-13, 2008

Slovenefest is SNPJ’s annual celebration of ethnic culture. This three-day event planned every second weekend of July brings together thousands to enjoy the ethnic food, music, culture and fun of Slovenia. Held at the SNPJ Recreation Center in the Borough of SNPJ (Enon Valley), Pa., Slovenefest also offers visitors the opportunity to polka and waltz, Slovenian-style, in four different venues. There’s never a dull moment at Slovenefest — the entertainment runs continuously from noon until late at night. Special entertainment for children is arranged by the SNPJ Fraternal Department. Camping facilities and RV hookups are available, parking is free and there is access to a first-aid tent.

During the weekend of July 11-13, 2008, SNPJ will celebrate the 27th anniversary of Slovenefest, along with the 52nd anniversary of the Miss SNPJ Pageant, which has become a highlight of Slovenefest activity since moving to Slovenefest weekend back in 1998. The four performance venues for Slovenefest XXVII include the air-conditioned Alpine Room and the spacious Outside Stage, which host the popular Slovenian-style polka bands; the new International Pavilion, which is reserved for more traditional, ethnic Slovenian musicians and visiting performers; and the Gostilna (club room), which pulses with the beat of a variety of button box clubs and good-time musicians. Do you consider yourself a musician? Bring along your instrument and join in the jam sessions scheduled throughout the weekend in the Food & Jam Tent. Slovenefest XXVII will also feature the music of three special guests — world-class Slovenian accordionist Denis Novato and two ensembles from Slovenia, Tramontana and UGIB — all of whom will perform throughout Slovenefest XXVII weekend.

There’s something for everyone at Slovenefest — music, dancing, food, friends and fun! So get the entire family together this July and head out to the SNPJ Recreation Center in the Borough of SNPJ (Enon Valley), Pa., [map it] to help SNPJ celebrate another fun-filled Slovenefest weekend.

 

Slovenefest XXVII is scheduled July 11-13, 2008
For additional information on the SNPJ Recreation Center
pay an online visit to www.snpjrec.com


Slovenefest XXVII Entertainment Schedule
Friday, July 11
Saturday, July 12
Sunday, July 13
Alpine Room
Alpine Room
Alpine Room
Noon - 4 p.m.
Miss SNPJ Talent
Noon - 2 p.m.
Dick Tady & the DTO
9:30 a.m. - Noon
Polka Mass accompanied
by the Eddie Vallus II Band
4 - 4:30 p.m.
Denis Novato
2 - 4 p.m.
Rob Deblander Band
Noon - 2 p.m.
Miss SNPJ Crowning
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Bob Turcola Orch.
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Dick Tady & the DTO
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Jack Vasko Orch.
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Mikey Dee Band
5:30 - 7 p.m.
Rob Deblander Band
3:30 - 5 p.m.
Frank Stanger Orch.
8:30 - 10:15 p.m.
Bob Turcola Orch.
7 - 8 p.m.
Denis Novato
5 - 5:30 p.m.
Denis Novato
10:15 p.m. - Midnight
Mikey Dee Band
8 p.m. - Midnight
Fred Ziwich & the ISM
5:30 - 7 p.m.
Jack Vasko Orch.
   
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Frank Stanger Orch.



Outside Stage Outside Stage Outside Stage
4 - 6 p.m.
Frank Moravcik Orch.
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
The Polka Quads
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Joe Grkman Orch.
6 - 6:30 p.m.
Denis Novato
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Jack Tady & the JTB
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Bob Kravos Band
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Don Wojtila Orchestra
3 - 4:30 p.m.
The Polka Quads
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Joe Grkman Orch.
8:30 - 10:15 p.m.
Frank Moravcik Orch.
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Jack Tady & the JTB
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Bob Kravos Band
10:15 p.m. - Midnight
Don Wojtila Orchestra
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Karl Lukitsch Band
6 - 9 p.m.
Klancnik & Friends
 
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Eddie Rodick Orch.
 
 
9 - 10:30 p.m.
Karl Lukitsch Band
 
 
10:30 p.m. - Midnight
Eddie Rodick Orch.
 



International Pavilion International Pavilion International Pavilion
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Hank Haller Ensemble
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Denis Novato
Noon- 1:30 p.m.
Murski Val
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Denis Novato
1 - 3 p.m.
Tramontana
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Tramontana
8:30 - 10 p.m.
Hank Haller Ensemble
3 - 5 p.m.
Murski Val
3 - 4 p.m.
Denis Novato
5 - 7 p.m.
Tramontana
4 - 6 p.m.
Murski Val
7 - 9 p.m.
Murski Val
6 - 8 p.m.
Tramontana



Gostilna Gostilna Gostilna
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Jim Rhoades Band
Noon - 2 p.m.
UGIB (Bratje Novak)
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Happy Timers
8 - 9:30 p.m.
George Berasi &
The Sun Rays
2- 3 p.m.
Denis Novato
Beginning at 3 p.m.
Veseli Fantje
9:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Denis Novato
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Mahoning Valley BBC
5 -6 p.m.
UGIB (Bratje Novak)
10:30 p.m. - Midnight
George Berasi &
The Sun Rays
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Magic Buttons BBC
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Denis Novato
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Western Pa. BBC
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
UGIB (Bratje Novak)
8 p.m. - Midnight
Joe Novak & Friends
8:30 p.m. - Midnight
Dan Klanica Band



Food & Jam Tent Food & Jam Tent Food & Jam Tent
Noon - Midnight
Day-Long Jam Session
Noon - Midnight
Day-Long Jam Session
Noon - 10 p.m.
Day-Long Jam Session



On the SNPJ Recreation
Center Grounds
Beginning at dusk
Fireworks
(weather permitting)
Click here to download the Slovenefest XXVII Flyer (PDF format)

Directions to the SNPJ RECREATION CENTER:

IN PENNSYLVANIA — From I-79, take I-422W toward New Castle, take PA-60S and exit at Mt. Jackson (Exit 43). Take PA-108W approximately 8 miles to the SNPJ Recreation Center.

FROM THE PA TURNPIKE — Exit turnpike at Exit 1A and take PA-60N to Exit 43 (Mt. Jackson). Turn left onto PA-108W and travel 8 miles to the SNPJ Recreation Center. [Portions toll road.]

FROM THE OHIO TURNPIKE — Take Exit 232 and follow Route 7N toward Youngstown, then turn right onto Western Reserve Road. Turn right onto Route 170S and travel approximately 6 miles to the blinking light in Petersburg, Ohio. At that light, turn left onto PA-108E and follow the signs on Route 108 to the SNPJ Recreation Center, approximately two miles.


Looking for a place to stay during Slovenefest?
Try a reservation at one of the following establishments:

Days Inn
8392 Market St.
Boardman, OH 44512
Phone: (330) 758-2371
www.daysinn.com

Holiday Inn
7410 South Ave.
Boardman, OH 44512
Phone: (330) 726-1611
www.ichotelsgroup.com

Fairfield Inn
7397 Tiffany South
Poland, OH 44514
Phone: (330) 726-5979
www.marriott.com
Microtel
7393 South Ave.
Boardman, OH 44512
Phone: (330) 758-1816
www.microtelinn.com
Hampton Inn
7395 Tiffany South
Poland, OH 44514
Phone: (330) 758-5191
www.hamptoninn.com
Red Roof Inn
1051 Tiffany South
Poland, OH 44514
Phone: (330) 758-1999
www.redroof.com
Quality Inn & Suites
10076 Market St.
North Lima, OH 44452
Phone: (330) 549-9190
www.qualityinn.com
Comfort Inn
1740 New Butler Rd.
New Castle, PA 16101
Phone: (724) 658-7700
www.comfortinn.com
Super 8 Motel
1699 New Butler Rd.
New Castle, PA 16101
Phone: (724) 658-8849
www.super8.com
das Dutch Village Inn
150 East County Line Rd.
Columbiana, OH 44408
Phone: 1-866-482-5050
www.dasdutchvillage.com
Holiday Inn - Beaver Falls
7195 Eastwood Rd.
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
Phone: (724) 846-3700
www.hibeaverfalls.com
Radisson Hotel - Sharon
Rt. 18 and I-80, Exit 4B
West Middlesex, PA 16159
Phone: (724) 528-2501
www.radisson.com
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