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2:00 PM Czech/Slovak Food Traditions, NCSML, Hemphill Theater (“Zabíječka“ Movie)

  • National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library- Theater 1400 Inspiration Place Southwest Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404 United States (map)

2 p.m. World Premiere of Zabíječka Film (Subject matter may not be appropriate for all viewers. Discretion is advised.), Hemphill TheaterZabíjačka is a communal tradition in the Czech and Slovak tradition. It is where communities would come together in the cooler temperatures, and they would prepare a hog for slaughter. Nothing was ever wasted, and it was an important way to survive. Although this is not allowed in public anymore, several different dishes are prepared. Dr. Cecilia Rokusek will explain and review the importance of this important tradition from a documentary perspective. Parental guidance strongly suggested.