This year we bring the common celebration of Bulgarian and Romanian traditions! Martenitsa and Mărțișor, both meaning ‘little March’, are similar celebrations traditionally occurring on March 1st and observed in more eastern European countries. These customs involve the exchange of red and white yarn bracelets or decorations symbolizing the arrival of spring. Despite their slight differences, these traditions share the common themes of renewal, hope, and the anticipation of warmer days ahead. Celebrating these traditions together in Eindhoven highlights cultural similarities and a shared heritage.

So, what are you doing this Maartje?

Everyone is welcome to join the free workshops on March 2nd, 14:00, to make these small tokens of spring. The Romanian School in Eindhoven and the Bulgarian Hub Eindhoven, cordially invite children from 4 to 10 to craft their own Mărțisor and Martenitsa. The workshops will be coordinated by Romanian and Bulgarian artisans and the instructions will be given in Dutch/or English and in Romanian/or Bulgarian.

Location: de Bibliotheek Eindhoven, De Witte Dame, Emmasingel 22, 5611 AZ Eindhoven

Date: Saturday March 2, 2024

Time: 14:00 – 16:00