Croatian Cultural Center of Chicago - Hrvatski Kulturni Centar Chicago

12/03/2025

Kako se približava Advent u Centru, mnogi su pitali kako će večer izgledati i što mogu očekivati.
Jedva čekamo da vas dočekamo — i nadamo se da će vam se sve što smo pripremili svidjeti.

Ovogodišnji meni vraća nas korijenima i okusima doma:
🥘 Kiseli kupus s kobasicama i krumpirom
🍖 Pečena svinjetina s francuskom salatom
🧅 Mladi luk i domaći kruh
Tradicionalna večera — baš kao nekad.

A za desert?
🍎 Štrudle od jabuke
🍩 Fritule
✨ I… Fritulinke!
Što su fritulinke? Fritule punjene mini palačinkom namazanom Nutellom.
Ako vam to zvuči dobro… pričekajte dok ih probate!

Nakon nastupa Škole i Loze, posjetit će nas Sveti Nikola.
Kada završimo s večerom, slobodno prošećite, fotografirajte se i uživajte u našoj božićnoj atmosferi.

🎄 Posjetite Dječje selo gdje djeca mogu napisati svoje božićne želje
🎄 Slikajte se kod božićnog drvca
🎄 Svratite po topli napitak u naš speciality bar
🎄 Kupite poklone na Lozinom štandu
…ili jednostavno uživajte u kuhanom vinu i društvu dragih ljudi.

Proslavimo zajedno — s toplim srcima, poznatim licima i našim prekrasnim tradicijama.
Vidimo se na Adventu u Centru. ❤️✨
🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

As Advent u Centru approaches, many of you have asked what the evening will look like and what to expect.
Well… we can’t wait to welcome you — and we truly hope you’ll love what we prepared.

Our menu brings us back to our roots, straight to the flavors of home:
🥘 Sauerkraut with sausages and potatoes
🍖 Roasted pork with francuska salad
🧅 Green onions & homemade bread
Tradition on your table — just the way we remember it.

And for dessert?
🍎 Apple strudel
🍩 Fritule
✨ And… Fritulinke!
What are fritulinke? Fritule filled with a mini pancake layered with Nutella.
If you think that sounds good… just wait until you try them!

After the Škola and Loza performances, St. Nicholas will visit us.
Once dinner wraps up, feel free to walk around, explore, and take photos with your family and friends.

🎄 Visit Dječje Selo where children can write letters with their Christmas wishes
🎄 Take a picture by the Christmas tree
🎄 Stop by our specialty bar for a warm drink
🎄 Shop for gifts at the Loza stand
…or simply enjoy the Christmas atmosphere with a glass of mulled wine and good company.

Let’s celebrate together — warm hearts, familiar faces, beautiful traditions.
We can’t wait to see you at Advent u Centru. ❤️✨

12/01/2025

Mi smo na kavi!
Ovaj put stvarno — na kavi 😉☕️

A ako ste zbog visokog snijega propustili Lozin šoping, stiže vam prilika za popravni!
Na Adventu u Centru, na Lozinom štandu, još jednom možete pronaći savršeni božićni poklon 🎁✨

Vidimo se! ❤️

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We’re having coffee!
This time — actually having coffee 😉☕️

And if you missed Loza’s shopping because of the heavy snow, here’s your second chance!
At Advent at the Center, at Loza’s booth, you can once again find the perfect Christmas gift 🎁✨

See you there! ❤️

12/01/2025

Tijekom Došašća u našoj crkvi slavit će se svete mise zornice u 6 sati ujutro od ponedjeljka do subote svaki dan osim nedjelje. Dođite započeti jutro s Gospodinom i otvoriti srce Njegovoj svjetlosti.

During Advent, our church will celebrate Rorate Masses at 6 a.m. from Monday to Saturday, every day except Sunday. Come start your morning with the Lord and open your heart to His light.

12/01/2025

11/29/2025

11/29/2025

11/17/2025

Thank you to everyone who came today! Thank you to fra Jakov Jure Nikolić for his insightful opening words and introduction. We were honored to host the Chicago premiere of 'Diva,' a powerful cinematic achievement presented by its visionary director, Branko Perić. This poignant drama, meticulously adapted from the compelling true story and martyrdom of Diva Grabovčeva, moved our audience, leaving a lasting emotional impact. Having already garnered significant critical acclaim and a positive reception at the esteemed 2025 Cannes Film Festival, 'Diva' is poised for wider recognition. Stay tuned about upcoming opportunities to experience this remarkable film, as it prepares for its broader theatrical release and availability on live streaming platforms.

11/16/2025

Diva | Official movie trailer
Tomorrow, Sunday, November 16th!
Doors open at 12PM, movie starts at 2PM
Lunch will be available for purchase.

Blessed Alojzije Stepinac Croatian Church Chicago

This is the poignant tale of Diva, a beautiful Croatian virgin assigned to marry into the ruling Ottomans. Her story is one of courage, conviction, and inner...

11/16/2025

See you tomorrow!
Lunch will be available for purchase. Doors open at 12PM, movie begins at 2PM.

Come to the Croatian Center on Sunday, November 16th at 2PM to view a DIVA a film by BY BRANKO PERIĆ, presented by SP FILM with MAJESTIC FILM. $20 entry

This is the poignant tale of Diva, a beautiful Croatian virgin assigned to marry into the ruling Ottomans. Her story is one of courage, conviction, and inner strength in the face of hostile adversity. Diva remains steadfast and unwilling to compromise her faith, a choice that ultimately leads to tragedy. Croatian language with English subtitles. Please bring your children so that they can hear the true life story of Diva.

Please share with family and friends!

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Croatian American Radio Club
St. Jerome Parish - Sv. Jeronim - Chicago
Sacred Heart Croatian Catholic
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Milwaukee Croatians
Sacred Heart Croatian Catholic Parish Milwaukee
Croatia Chicago Soccer Club

11/14/2025

Let’s celebrate our Croatian Catholic heritage and basketball with St. Jerome Parish - Sv. Jeronim - Chicago

This special ticket offer includes your ticket to Bulls vs. Clippers game on January 20th 2026, an exclusive co-branded hat, Benchwarmers experience and opportunity to meet Croatian NBA star Ivica Zubac of the Los Angeles Clippers!

https://www.gofevo.com/event/Stjerome2

1/20/26 @ 7:00 PM - St. Jerome Croatian Church

11/14/2025

Advent u Centru!
Advent at the Center!

We would all love to travel to Croatia for Advent in Zagreb… or maybe explore other beautiful Croatian cities.
But what if we told you that even if you stay right here, we’re bringing a piece of that Advent magic to Chicago?

For the very first time, step into our own Croatian Advent story — Advent u Centru! 🎄✨

Come early to watch our kids perform, or join us later in your favorite cozy sweater. Dance to Christmas songs, warm up with mulled wine, homemade liqueurs, our signature cocktail, or enjoy something from the bar.

Feeling hungry? We’re keeping it traditional — roasted pig with francuska salata, anyone?
And don’t miss the sweet taste of apple-cinnamon štrudla!

Dance the night away with our DJ, celebrate, laugh, and let’s make this first Advent one to remember.

Let’s create memories and begin a tradition — together! ❤️🇭🇷

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Svi bismo mi rado otputovali na Advent u Zagreb… ili možda u neki drugi prekrasan hrvatski grad.
Ali što ako vam kažemo da, čak i ako ostanete ovdje, donosimo vam djelić te adventske čarolije u Chicago?

Po prvi put, zakoračite u našu hrvatsku adventsku priču — Advent u Centru! 🎄✨

Dođite ranije pogledati nastup naše djece, ili nam se pridružite kasnije u svojem omiljenom toplom džemperu. Zaplešite uz božićne pjesme, ugrijte se kuhanim vinom, domaćim likerima, našim signature koktelom ili uz piće iz bara.

Ako ste gladni — ostajemo vjerni tradiciji: pečena svinjetina s francuskom salatom, tko bi odolio?
A za sladokusce — tu je i štrudla od jabuka s neodoljivim mirisom cimeta! No to nije sve… to je tek početak.

Plešite uz DJ-a, uživajte, družite se i učinimo ovaj prvi Advent nezaboravnim.

Stvorimo uspomene i započnimo tradiciju — zajedno! ❤️🇭🇷

11/03/2025

🦃 Thankful Bingo Night – Celebrate & Give Thanks! 🦃
Hosted by Croatian Cultural Center of Chicago
Join us for Thankful Bingo — a night of fun, friends, and prizes!

Date: Wednesday, November 19th
Time: Doors open at 7:00 PM, Games begin at 7:30 PM
Location: 2845 W. Devon Ave., Chicago IL 60659