The Prince, the Courtesan and the Missing Diamonds by Calum MacLeod
Explore Uzbekistan’s remarkable Romanov story Please join us for a talk by Calum MacLeod, author of the new travel book Uzbekistan – The Golden Road to Samarkand. The Romanov Palace in Taskent (Photo courtesy of Calum MacLeod) Henrietta “Harriet” Ely … Continue reading
Traditional Mushroom Walk & BBQ
Thetford Forest Thetford Forest, Brandon, SuffolkOur traditional Mushroom Walk & BBQ is the perfect way to enjoy a lovely day out with the whole family before winter sets in. Fresh air, great company, and a kid-friendly atmosphere—everyone is welcome! Photo taken in 2023 WHEN: Sunday, … Continue reading
An Evening with Poet Iuliia Mamocheva
ZoomBook cover: Yulia Mamocheva, Neuyazvimost , Moscow: U Nikitskikh Vorot, 2023. On Amazon Kindle At the invitation of CamRuSS, acclaimed Russian poet Iuliia Mamocheva will give an online Poetry Evening. Listeners around the world describe her work as poetry of strength … Continue reading
”What Are Early Russian Popular Prints About?”, a talk by Dr Julia Khodko
ZoomRussian lubok prints, produced from the 17th to the early 20th century, may at first appear simple and straightforward. Yet their seemingly obvious—even naïve—imagery often conceals deeper meanings that were readily understood by contemporaries but can seem obscure to us today. Before … Continue reading
