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International Day of the Basque Language
On Saturday, December 3rd, Basques all over the world will unite in celebrating Euskararen Eguna, Day of the Basque Language. December 3rd was chosen as the date to celebrate the Basque language because it coincides with the feast of Saint Francis Xabier, whose dying words were uttered in Basque on December 3, 1552. Many clubs are organizing events to acknowledge the Basque language on Saturday; however, many Basque teachers and students celebrate this throughout the year. For instance, Susana Siccardi, our friend and collaborator from Argentina, teaches Euskara and regularly brings students together from different countries for Basque conversation practice, as well as to ”Build Bridges.” Zorionak Susana eta segi lan garrantzitsu honetan! Click here to enjoy a video featuring students from the US and Uruguay. Gora Euskara!
Basque Club of Utah Christmas Celebration
The Basque Club of Utah will host its annual Christmas Party this Saturday, December 3rd at St. Vincent’s Benvegnu Center. The festivities will include a potluck dinner, a performance by the Utah’ko Triskalariak and a visit from Santa. Cost of the dinner is free with a renewed club membership ($20/family and $10 for individuals 21 and over). In-person voting in this year’s election will also take place at this event. Please note that no mail-in ballots will be accepted. For more information, please see their flier.
Eguberriko Azoka in Boise
Basques in the Boise area will have an opportunity to gather on Sunday December 4th for the first ever Eguberriko Azoka, co-organized by the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, Boise Euzkaldunak and Boiseko Gazteak. Join them on the Basque Block for food, drink, Christmas gift ideas, photos with the Olentzero, and performances by Txantxangorriak and the Boiseko Gazteak. The day ensures fun for the entire family. The event will run from 11am-4pm and is free and open to the public.
First Friday Dinner in Gooding
Join our friends at the Gooding Basque Association this Friday, December 2nd at 6pm for their First Friday Dinner. The menu includes lamb chops, lamb stew, beef meatballs, Basque rice, soup, salad, Basque bread and a variety of desserts to choose from. For more information, visit them on Facebook.
12/1/2022
