1/5/2005 - 1st Annual Hungarian Emigres' Cultural Exposition and Festival in Budapest a Success! AHF helps sponsor first annual Hungarians Emigres' cultural festival entitled, "Split Emotions" in Budapest. Coordinated by Nationality Broadcasting Network TV- the Budapest Office of AHF member, Ohio-based American Hungarian TV - the festival, which ran from December 7 - 13th, 2004, aimed to strengthen ties between Hungarians on both sides of the Atlantic and around the world. The events were held at the Office for Hungarian Minorities Abroad (Határon Túli Magyarok Hivatalában). Events included literature and poetry, fine arts, music, and gastronomic presentations all highlighting the customs and contributions of Hungarian emigres. The festival closed with a literature night dedicated to Albert Wass. AHF extends its appreciation to the Festival's Chair, Kurunczi Margit; Cserei Erzsi, Director, New York Hungarian Theatre; Lendvai Gabriella; Kovacs Szilvia; and all organizers and participants. [download
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