From Dostoyevsky to Pavlov, Baryshnikov to Rachmaninoff, some of the greatest thinkers and artists have been spawned from the notoriously kooky country of Russia. Given its past (and sure, present) experiences, it's no wonder that its people are some of the most interesting in the world. In honor of this rich culture, the Russian Center of San Francisco is holding the 27th annual Russian Festival. Bringing together the best of the Russian lifestyle, festival organizers want patrons to enjoy a wide range of Russian food (borscht, anyone?), artwork by Russian artisans, music by St. Petersburg's Konovets quartet, and folk dance and ballet by the local Firebird Dance Ensemble. Also not to be missed: tastings of various vodkas — one of Russia's most beloved exports. And the best way to enjoy vodka? During Friday night's extended hours and dancing in the Russian Center of San Francisco's beautiful ballroom.
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