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New England Basque Club Gathered for 2017 Jai-Aldi

Kaixo denori! On Saturday, May 20, 2017, the New England Basque Club celebrated its annual Jai-Aldi in Suffield, Connecticut.

The event took an even grander turn this year, starting off the fun-filled day with a paella contest. The four teams – Boston, Connecticut Norte, Connecticut Sur, and Rhode Island – cooked up some keen cuisine that left the judges calling a four-way tie. And the diners, of course, were delighted. Next, came the lineup of herri kirolak, our Basque rural sports, to work up an appetite. Apart from the always impressive woodchopping contest between our very own aizkolariak, there were weight-carrying and rock-lifting contests, and two rounds of tug-of-war: one for adults and one for children. After, there was a delicious lunch. The weather matched the mood – sunny and warm.

The lucky raffle winners  took home some Basque cider from our friends at Shacksbury and Petritegui. Speaking of victors, our two mus champions, Larrine and Meabe, will go on to represent the New England Basque Club at a mus tournament in San Francisco on June 10. Zorte ona!

Thank you to everyone for making this another spectacular New England Basque Club festivity!

Stay tuned for updates about our next event!

Check out the NEBC Facebook page for updates.

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Mark your calendar for the NEBC Jai-Aldi

 
All New England Basque Club members and friends are invited to participate in our Jai-Aldi Celebration on Saturday May 20th at Riki Lasa’s farm in Connecticut.
 
Where: 426 South Grand Street, Suffield CT 06093
When: May 20th, 11am to 7pm
 
This year’s program will include a memorial to remember our deceased loves ones, an exhibition of Basque rural sports, a Paella Challenge with the participation of the different chapters of the NEBC, and a Mus Tournament.
 
Dinner will be cooked and served by the NEBC and it will include bread, an assortment of salads, paella, roasted pork, dessert and coffee. There will be also a cash bar run by the club.
 
All attendees will be asked to make a contribution of 20$ per person (5$ per child).  
 
RSVP before May 6th to nebasque@gmail.com if you are planning on attending. If you are interested in taking part in the Mus Tournament, drop us a line in a different email.
 
Volunteers to help out during the event are much needed. Reach out if you think that you can give a hand.
 
Thank you very much for your support! Looking forward to seeing you.
 
Check out the NEBC Facebook page for updates.
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Euskara ikasi nahi duzu?

The New England Basque Club is currently holding classes to learn the Basque language, Euskara. Together, students learn the basics of grammar and vocabularly through a variety of speaking, reading, and listening exercises. Through this course, the ikasleak (students) gain a level of Euskara that allows them to not only appreciate the beautiful complexity of this ancient language, but also navigate through modern Basque culture. Classes are held Monday evenings at 7 pm at the Harvard Knafel Building K33.

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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NEW ENGLAND BASQUE CLUB CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

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Mark your calendars for our Santo Tomás Christmas Celebration to be held on Saturday, December 10th, in Middletown (RI).

Where: Knight of Columbus, 7 Valley Road, Middletown RI 02842.
When: December 10th, 5pm to 8pm.

We’ll enjoy a pot-luck style dinner in which members will share their favorite dishes and desserts.

There will be a raffle with Spanish products, Basque Christmas Carol singing and a Mus Tournament following the dinner. The little ones will have the opportunity to tell Olentzero their present requests.

There will also be a cash bar.

Thank you very much for your support! Looking forward to seeing you.

Check out the NEBC Facebook page for more info.

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Join Us For Our 2016 Mariñel Eguna

2016 Mariñel Eguna (Fisherman Day) will be help on August 20th at 12 pm at Dolphin’s Cove Marina in Bridgeport Ct. A day of lots of food, basque song singing and Mus playing….

Please click this link for more information and to sign up.

 

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Join Us for the 2016 Txitxiburduntzi Celebration

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All New England Basque Club members and friends are invited to participate in our Txitxiburduntzi Celebration on Saturday May 14th at Riki Lasa’s farm in Connecticut.

Where: 426 South Grand Street, Suffield CT 06093
When: May 14th, 12pm

The celebration will start at noon with an exhibition of Basque rural sports, including aizkolaris (wood-chopping), sokatira (tug of war), txingaruten (weight carrying), txokor batzen (corn cob pick-up), and harrijasoketa (weight lifting).

The meal will consist of: roasted pig, chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and side dishes, and desserts.

All attendees are asked to bring a beverage of their preference. A contribution of 15$ per person (5$ per child) will be collected to help sustaining the activities of the NEBC.

There will be also a Mus Tournament following the dinner.

RSVP before May 8th to nebasque@gmail.com if you are planning on attending.

Thank you very much for your support! Looking forward to seeing you.

Check out the NEBC Facebook page for more info.

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New England Basque Club Celebrated its Santo Tomás Dinner

On December 19, 2015, the New England Basque Club welcomed winter by celebrating Santo Tomás in Middletown, Rhode Island. Club members gathered for a delicious potluck meal, showcasing members’ culinary talents. They also enjoyed music, camaraderie, a raffle and of course, some rounds of mus on a crisp Saturday in the Ocean State. The pinnacle of the festivities came when Olentzero stopped by, visiting and taking photos with the Club. What a fantastic and fun close to 2015!

The New England Basque Club thanks all Club members for another wonderful year; Eskerrik asko denori! We look forward to seeing you all in 2016 for more excellent events as we continue to foster and promote Basque culture and tradition in New England! Eguberri eta urte berri on!

Check out the NEBC Facebook page to see some photos.

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Screening of “Song of the Basques” in Boston

Song of the Basques

Join the New England Basque Club at a screening of “Song of the Basques” for an evening of film, cider-tasting, and pintxos!

When: Thursday, December 10, 2015; 7:30 PM

Where: Assembly Row 12, 395 Artisan Way, Somerville, MA

There will also be a “Q&A” with Director Emily Lobsenz.

Tickets are available at: http://gathr.us/screening/13628

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/8040147

Check out the NEBC Facebook page for more info.