On November 11 at 7:30 pm, please join us. We have a very special evening of music planned for my house (1 Alder Ct. Bloomington 61704). The very talented students of Igor Kalnin, who serves on our Board, will perform a recital of Violin Concertos by three different Russian composers. The students will be accompanied … Continue reading Special Musical Performance — November 11
What’s New
Annual Meeting/Movie — November 3 at the Alumni Center at ISU
Open to all association members. We will have a short Annual Meeting at 5:30pm in the Alumni Center at ISU on N. Main St. Following the brief meeting, we'll be showing the Russian film "Wings" about a woman who was a WWII fighter pilot and then has to adjust to civilian life as a … Continue reading Annual Meeting/Movie — November 3 at the Alumni Center at ISU
Zoom Lecture Series > October 18, 2025 – Women Called to Action
October 18, 2025 - 11AM CDT - Women Called to Action Women Called to Action will be presented by Rochelle Gridley of the McLean County Museum of History. This illustrated lecture will feature the contributions of women from McLean County who volunteered and enlisted with the U.S. military during World War II, their challenges, the … Continue reading Zoom Lecture Series > October 18, 2025 – Women Called to Action
Wm L White International Forum – Sept. 15, 2025
The William L White International Peace Forum What: Dr. Alexis Peri talk When: Sept. 15, 2025 -- 5:00PM reception and 6:30PM talk Where: Campus of Illinois State University --> Bone Student Center --> Old Main Room Note: A dinner for members and Professor Peri is planned for Sunday, September 14th at the Bloomington Country Club. … Continue reading Wm L White International Forum – Sept. 15, 2025
Duo MemDi Recital — Sept. 13, 2025 (sponsored by ISU)
On September 13 at 7:30 pm in Kemp Recital Hall on the campus of Illinois State University, the Duo MemDi, consisting of Igor Kalnin, Artist-Teacher of Violin at Illinois State University (ISU) and VCSCA board member, and his wife, Rochelle Sennet, Professor of Piano at the University of Illinois, will present a recital. The program will … Continue reading Duo MemDi Recital — Sept. 13, 2025 (sponsored by ISU)
VCSCA Summer Picnic – July 15th @ 5:30 . . .
Enjoy an evening with friends of the Vladimir-Canterbury Sister City Association on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 @ 5:30PM. Location is Underwood Park, Normal, South Shelter. Please bring a dish to share. Water, sandwiches and table service will be provided. RSVP to Margaret Ann Hayden, mhayden@ilstu.edu or 309-825-1814
Zoom Lecture Series > May 17th . . .
May 17, 2025 - 11AM CDT - Russian WWII posters and more.
Igor Kalnin rescheduled to April 27
The program with Igor Kalnin -- originally scheduled for the Annual Meeting -- has been rescheduled to April 27. Professor Kalnin is an incredible violinist, a new member of the Vladimir Canterbury Sister City Association, and a professor of violin at Illinois State University. We are delighted that he is sharing his talent and … Continue reading Igor Kalnin rescheduled to April 27
March 15 Zoom w/ Vladimir and Pot Luck Brunch
On March 15, 2025, we will Zoom with Vladimir about the International Women's Day celebration in Vladimir. At the same time, we will share a pot luck Brunch at the Westminster Village Willows Clubhouse. Contact Carol Kerestes for more information. (Note -- People will have the choice of Zooming from home or joining the pot … Continue reading March 15 Zoom w/ Vladimir and Pot Luck Brunch
Zoom Lecture Series > Next up is . . .
December 7, 2024 – Holidays Traditions sharing – Canterbury, Vladimir, and Bloomington-Normal.
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