Join us for a day of heritage, learning, and community as we celebrate the richness of Carpatho-Rusyn culture and explore the importance of keeping our traditions alive for future generations. This special event will bring together wonderful speakers and conversations that honor our past while inspiring the future.

When: Saturday, October 11th, 2025 10AM – 3:30PM (Registration starts at 9:00AM).

Where: King’s College, 133 N. River St. Wilkes-Barre, PA

Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, (Snyder Room on the 3rd floor)

Cost: $65 per person to be paid on the day of the event by cash or check (cost includes breakfast and lunch )

Featured Speakers:

• Christine Hrichak – “Crowd-sourcing Carpatho-Rusyn Places in the US”
• Karen Uslin – “Discovering my Rusyn Roots; Embracing Tradition in Modern Life”
• Rich Custer – “Why Don’t We Have Rusyn Food Festivals? Carpatho Rusyns in NEPA and Their Identity Crisis.”
• George Pawlush – “How Professional Sports Helped Carpatho Rusyns Assimilate Into America”

If you are looking for lodging the best place to stay is at the Best Western Genetti Hotel and Conference Center which is a walking distance to campus.

Whether you are deeply connected to your Rusyn roots or simply curious to learn more, this conference will offer a meaningful opportunity to connect, reflect, and celebrate.

Deadline to register is October 5th. Email easternpacrs@gmail.com to secure your spot.

If you have any questions, please reach email easternpacrs@gmail.com.