BMNECC

09/07/2026

Meet Evelina Hristova!

Eva is an acclaimed Bulgarian vocalist who will share her voice and experience with us. Learn about Eva's work with the renowned vocal group The Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices and much more, and then join us on Friday, September 18, 7pm (doors at 6) 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 and Bulgarian singing!

09/05/2026

DON’T MISS OUR GOLF OUTING!

Join us Saturday, October 10 for a great day on the course!

We still have a few foursomes left to fill, so grab your golfing buddies and get signed up! This could be one of the last great weekends to hit the green before the chilly weather rolls in!

09/04/2026

Join us and check out our performance next Saturday at the Summer Sounds 2nd Annual Slavic Fest. OP and the BG School will be performing at 6:15p.

For more information on the BMNECC, visit bmnecc.org

09/04/2026

We are only two weeks out before we present to you "Friends of the Bulgarian Tambura"!!
See details below...

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.

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

09/03/2026

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!

For more information on the BMNECC, visit bmnecc.org

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!

For more information on the BMNECC, visit bmnecc.org

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