Get into the holiday spirit in the city with our weekly roundup of the top events!
π½ Military Parades: Porcelain and Watercolour
β’ Dec 21 | 1-9 pm | 300 rubles for students
View a collection of decorative porcelain depicting military parades and imperial army uniforms produced at St. Petersburgβs Imperial Porcelain Factory.
πΏ A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
β’ Dec 22 | 4:30 pm | 320-430 rubles
Watch the brilliant duo of Vivien Leigh and Marlon Brando in this 12-time Oscar-nominated movie and learn your Stella! references.
π Winter Fairytale by the Sea
β’ Dec 23 | 9 am - 9 pm | Free
Head to Kronstadt for a short ride and indulge in wonderful winter adventures, from a joyous holiday market to interactive performances.
𧦠St. Petersburg Fair
β’ Dec 24 | 12-8 pm | Free
Pay tribute to Soviet holiday classic Carnival Night (1956) at this Lenfilm event, the perfect place to do your holiday shopping.
Check out even more holiday events in our guide!
#weekends
π½ Military Parades: Porcelain and Watercolour
β’ Dec 21 | 1-9 pm | 300 rubles for students
View a collection of decorative porcelain depicting military parades and imperial army uniforms produced at St. Petersburgβs Imperial Porcelain Factory.
πΏ A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
β’ Dec 22 | 4:30 pm | 320-430 rubles
Watch the brilliant duo of Vivien Leigh and Marlon Brando in this 12-time Oscar-nominated movie and learn your Stella! references.
π Winter Fairytale by the Sea
β’ Dec 23 | 9 am - 9 pm | Free
Head to Kronstadt for a short ride and indulge in wonderful winter adventures, from a joyous holiday market to interactive performances.
𧦠St. Petersburg Fair
β’ Dec 24 | 12-8 pm | Free
Pay tribute to Soviet holiday classic Carnival Night (1956) at this Lenfilm event, the perfect place to do your holiday shopping.
Check out even more holiday events in our guide!
#weekends
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Experience a magical New Yearβs celebration in Yagodnoe! β¨
Come and witness a fairytale brought to life, with characters, games, music, and workshops from the Father Frost gang and the best of ITMO.Family.
π January 5-6
π Yagodnoe Sports and Leisure Camp
π Register here: https://vk.cc/csYtiu
Find out the details via the link (in Russian).
#studentlife
Come and witness a fairytale brought to life, with characters, games, music, and workshops from the Father Frost gang and the best of ITMO.Family.
π January 5-6
π Yagodnoe Sports and Leisure Camp
π Register here: https://vk.cc/csYtiu
Find out the details via the link (in Russian).
#studentlife
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Only 10 more days until the New Year! How are you holding up?ππ«
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Whatβs been happening at ITMO this week? Fascinating news only in our Friday digest:
π’ ITMO and Rosneft have announced the launch of a new joint laboratory thatβll develop IT solutions for geological exploration.
π ITMO University retains its top spot among Priority 2030 participants and will receive an additional grant of 529 million rubles in 2024.
π The winners of ITMO Acceleratorβs Demo Day have been announced! From AI beauty advisor to text encryptor, check out the winning projects in this article.
π€ ITMO researcher and lecturer Natalia Iakovchenko was appointed as the Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN) Ambassador for Russia.
#newsdigest
π’ ITMO and Rosneft have announced the launch of a new joint laboratory thatβll develop IT solutions for geological exploration.
π ITMO University retains its top spot among Priority 2030 participants and will receive an additional grant of 529 million rubles in 2024.
π The winners of ITMO Acceleratorβs Demo Day have been announced! From AI beauty advisor to text encryptor, check out the winning projects in this article.
π€ ITMO researcher and lecturer Natalia Iakovchenko was appointed as the Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN) Ambassador for Russia.
#newsdigest
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Looking for some festive fun in the city? Take some time to unwind this weekend and visit these charming winter markets! π
Here, youβll find unique gift ideas for your loved ones, from handmade crafts to cozy winter accessories. And when you need a break from shopping, treat yourself to some of the delicious seasonal delights, like hot cocoa, mulled wine, and gingerbread.
But thatβs not all β check out door 3 of our advent calendar for more free winter activities in the city, from ice skating to slides βΈ
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Here, youβll find unique gift ideas for your loved ones, from handmade crafts to cozy winter accessories. And when you need a break from shopping, treat yourself to some of the delicious seasonal delights, like hot cocoa, mulled wine, and gingerbread.
But thatβs not all β check out door 3 of our advent calendar for more free winter activities in the city, from ice skating to slides βΈ
#aboutstpete
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Itβs the final Monday of 2023! πͺ
As the year comes to a close, we understand that the last stretch towards the holidays can be especially challenging. To help you power through the rest of December, weβve compiled a list of essential items β some practical, others with magical properties.
Which ones will you choose? π
As the year comes to a close, we understand that the last stretch towards the holidays can be especially challenging. To help you power through the rest of December, weβve compiled a list of essential items β some practical, others with magical properties.
Which ones will you choose? π
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Our main campus is all decked out in its festive best, both inside and out! π
Letβs play a game: choose your favorite New Year dish π
Anonymous Poll
59%
Olivier salad
23%
Caviar
10%
Furry Herring
16%
Pirozhki
30%
Pelmeni
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π Enough of the common ones. Letβs discover the hidden gems of Russian New Year delicacies!
Uncover the lesser-known delights that grace the festive tables, from the iconic buterbrody to savory tarts and stuffed wonders. Indulge in the sweet symphony of canned fruits and explore the irresistible bowls of goodies π
π₯ͺ Buterbrody: open-faced sandwiches featuring butter and red caviar are a quintessential part of the celebration. Try variations with salted red fish or sprat, garnished with dill or parsley for a delightful touch.
π₯ Savory tarts: a perfect alternative to buterbrody, savory tarts or tartlets filled with salads, cheese, garlic, or even red caviar provide a tasty switch-up for your holiday table.
π₯§ Stuffed delights: enjoy finger-friendly treats like deviled eggs with a creamy mayo, cheese, and garlic filling. For a twist, try stuffed mushrooms with pre-fried onions and mayo, baked to golden perfection.
π₯ Anything sliced: create a beautiful plate with sliced sausages, meats, fish, cheeses, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Popular choices include salami, karbonad (roasted pork filet), Russian cheese, and herring.
π Canned fruit: indulge your sweet tooth with canned pineapples or peaches, providing a refreshing, tropical taste after hearty main courses.
π¬ Bowls of goodies: donβt resist the temptation of bowls filled with various fruit and sweets, ranging from tangerines and grapes to kiwis. Sweet bowls vary, adding a personal touch to every celebration.
Uncover the lesser-known delights that grace the festive tables, from the iconic buterbrody to savory tarts and stuffed wonders. Indulge in the sweet symphony of canned fruits and explore the irresistible bowls of goodies π
π₯ͺ Buterbrody: open-faced sandwiches featuring butter and red caviar are a quintessential part of the celebration. Try variations with salted red fish or sprat, garnished with dill or parsley for a delightful touch.
π₯ Savory tarts: a perfect alternative to buterbrody, savory tarts or tartlets filled with salads, cheese, garlic, or even red caviar provide a tasty switch-up for your holiday table.
π₯§ Stuffed delights: enjoy finger-friendly treats like deviled eggs with a creamy mayo, cheese, and garlic filling. For a twist, try stuffed mushrooms with pre-fried onions and mayo, baked to golden perfection.
π₯ Anything sliced: create a beautiful plate with sliced sausages, meats, fish, cheeses, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Popular choices include salami, karbonad (roasted pork filet), Russian cheese, and herring.
π Canned fruit: indulge your sweet tooth with canned pineapples or peaches, providing a refreshing, tropical taste after hearty main courses.
π¬ Bowls of goodies: donβt resist the temptation of bowls filled with various fruit and sweets, ranging from tangerines and grapes to kiwis. Sweet bowls vary, adding a personal touch to every celebration.
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