BMNECC

08/28/2026

Stories Behind the Strings Artist Profile: Mark Špišić

Meet Mark Špišić! Mark is an accomplished musician who will share his expertise and music with us. Learn about Mark and his music, and join us on Friday, September 18, 7pm for a FREE event - Stories Behind the Strings: Interactive Artist Forum & Workshop.

Come as a player, a singer, a listener, or simply someone curious to discover the tambura!

08/28/2026

The countdown is ON! We are 3 weeks out!

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be spotlighting our talented instructors and sharing exciting, informative posts about what they’ll be bringing to this incredible event.

Stay tuned—you won’t want to miss what’s in store!

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08/21/2026

Check this out!! And don't forget to purchase your tickets for our upcoming event September 18 and 19. You don't want to miss this!

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Friends of the Bulgarian Tambura & Balkan Night at BMNECC Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational & Cultural Center | Sept 18 - 19

08/21/2026

FORE! We’re Looking for Sponsors & Supporters!

The BMNECC Golf Outing is coming up on Saturday, October 10, and we’re looking for businesses, organizations, friends, and community supporters to help make it a hole-in-one!

Not a golfer? No problem! You can still be part of the fun by sponsoring a hole, donating a prize, contributing to our raffle, or making a donation of your choice.

To purchase online:
https://forms.office.com/e/TK5epeXAuX

Help us make this year’s outing a swinging success!

08/20/2026

Join the Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational and Cultural Center and the Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble as we host a pair of inspiring evenings of Tambura music, song, and tradition. Enjoy an immersive weekend of live music, culture, celebration, and community.

LEARN IT FRIDAY. PERFORM IT SATURDAY.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th, 7pm — FREE
Stories Behind the Strings: Interactive Artist Forum & Workshop
Musicians and singers are invited to participate in Friday’s workshop, with an opportunity to join Otets Paissii guided by our guest artists on Saturday! Intermediate to advanced musical experience recommended for active playing. All experience levels welcome to listen & learn. Come as a player, a singer, a listener, or simply someone curious to discover the tambura! This event is free and open to the community. Food and drink available for purchase; donations welcome.

Learn • Sing • Play • Connect

SATURDAY, SEMPTEBER 19th, 7pm — TICKETED
Celebration in Performance + Balkan Night
See Friday’s collaboration come alive on stage with Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble, followed by Nema Signal and Vladimir Mollov Band. Participants in Friday's workshop will have the chance to join the celebratory performance on Saturday.
EARLY BIRD tickets through September 14: $30 Adults
Regular Admission: $35 Adults
Children under 12: $10 | Under 5: FREE
Food and drink available for purchase.

Purchase tickets at https://events.leapevents.com/event/2026_balkan_nights

08/19/2026

Don’t forget to sign up for the BMNECC Golf Outing on Saturday, October 10!

We’re still looking for individual golfers and foursomes to join us for a fun-filled day on the course!

Play a round
Support the BMNECC
Support your favorite performing ensemble — OP!

Grab your clubs, bring your friends, and tee up for a great cause! We’d love to see you there!

Sign up today and help us make this outing a hole-in-one!

08/17/2026

Come join us at International Village (Tuesday, 8/18) and enjoy an evening of music, culture, and community with Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble and fellow performing groups! Let’s celebrate the rich traditions of all our fellow ethnic groups and show our support for the incredible diversity that makes our community so special.

McKeesport’s annual three-day ethnic food and music festival is set for Aug 18-20.

08/15/2026

Join the Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational and Cultural Center and the Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble as we host a pair of inspiring evenings of Tambura music, song, and tradition. Enjoy an immersive weekend of live music, culture, celebration, and community.

LEARN IT FRIDAY. PERFORM IT SATURDAY.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th, 7pm — FREE
Stories Behind the Strings: Interactive Artist Forum & Workshop
Musicians and singers are invited to participate in Friday’s workshop, with an opportunity to join Otets Paissii guided by our guest artists on Saturday! Intermediate to advanced musical experience recommended for active playing. All experience levels welcome to listen & learn. Come as a player, a singer, a listener, or simply someone curious to discover the tambura! This event is free and open to the community. Food and drink available for purchase; donations welcome.

LEARN • SING • PLAY • CONNECT

SATURDAY, SEMPTEBER 19th, 7pm — TICKETED
Celebration in Performance + Balkan Night
See Friday’s collaboration come alive on stage with Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble, followed by Nema Signal and Vladimir Mollov Band. Participants in Friday's workshop will have the chance to join the celebratory performance on Saturday.

EARLY BIRD tickets through September 14: $30 Adults
Regular Admission: $35 Adults
Children under 12: $10 | Under 5: FREE

Food and drink available for purchase.

Purchase tickets at https://events.leapevents.com/event/2026_balkan_nights

08/13/2026

Join the Bulgarian Macedonian National Educational and Cultural Center and the Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble as we host a pair of inspiring evenings of Tambura music, song, and tradition. Enjoy an immersive weekend of live music, culture, celebration, and community.

LEARN IT FRIDAY. PERFORM IT SATURDAY.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th, 7pm — FREE
Stories Behind the Strings: Interactive Artist Forum & Workshop
Musicians and singers are invited to participate in Friday’s workshop, with an opportunity to join Otets Paissii guided by our guest artists on Saturday! Intermediate to advanced musical experience recommended for active playing. All experience levels welcome to listen & learn. Come as a player, a singer, a listener, or simply someone curious to discover the tambura! This event is free and open to the community. Food and drink available for purchase; donations welcome.

LEARN • SING • PLAY • CONNECT

SATURDAY, SEMPTEBER 19th, 7pm — TICKETED
Celebration in Performance + Balkan Night

See Friday’s collaboration come alive on stage with Otets Paissii Performing Folk Ensemble, followed by Nema Signal and Vladimir Mollov Band. Participants in Friday's workshop will have the chance to join the celebratory performance on Saturday.

EARLY BIRD tickets through September 14: $30 Adults
Regular Admission: $35 Adults
Children under 12: $10 | Under 5: FREE
Food and drink available for purchase.

Purchase tickets at https://events.leapevents.com/event/2026_balkan_nights

08/10/2026

A little over 5 weeks until OP hosts this spectacular event at the BMNECC.

SAVE THE DATE!

A Celebration of Balkan Music, Song & Dance
Bringing the Balkans Together Through Music, Song & Dance
September 18–19, 2026
BMNECC • Homestead, PA

More details coming soon!