Activities by Žaslių kultūros centras

The mixed choir of the Paparčiai branch brings together people who enjoy singing, keeps up the choral tradition and takes part in community…

The Žasliai Culture Centre invites everyone to weave an Advent wreath for their home with an instructor ahead of the holidays. Ask the centr…

A talk on the region’s food heritage and its links to Tatar traditions, with a tasting of stewed meat with beans and caramelised onions.

A fuller tasting with stories: stewed meat with beans and caramelised onions, a seven-layer yeast cake with prunes for dessert and carrot co…

A talk on the history, types and tying of Palm Sunday bouquets, then everyone ties their own with the craftswoman’s help. Returning particip…

A talk on the history of felting and wool in Lithuanian folk art with a demonstration. Participants then felt for themselves, combining colo…

Participants get to know the recipe and story of the Žasliai kugelis and help make it. While it bakes they hear about potato dishes, and the…

A guided walk around Žasliai, stopping at historic sites to hear about the town’s past and notable people.

A talk on medicinal and edible wild plants, their effects and use, with a tasting of various herbal teas in the practical part.

A talk on how candles were poured in the past, how beeswax is prepared and what wicks are made of. Participants pour their own candles.

The Žasliai Culture Centre band plays Lithuanian folk music in the spirit of village gatherings and performs at town feasts, concerts and co…

A folk dance group for older dancers at the Žasliai Culture Centre. It dances Lithuanian folk dances and performs at concerts, festivals and…