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Gorkovsky District Turns 100

Gorkovskoye (Omsk Region)
Full Story: 75 photosQuick Impression: 24 photos
The fair rows stretch along Krasny Put Street
Locals from Alekseevskoe are the first to welcome the guests
At their homestead, they not only treat visitors to tea and baked goods but also sing lingering, traditional songs
An accordion player from Astyrovka plays well‑known melodies
Not many modern homemakers know how to spin and wind yarn these days…
These hereditary Cossacks and Cossack women are a true pride of any Russian region
The combined choir from Oktyabrskoe and Serebryanoe villages joins in with the congratulations
Energy, talent, and a bright smile — what else do you need to kick off a jubilee concert?
Their first energetic routine is titled “Geese and Marusya”
The next segment shows the everyday concerns and labors of Gorkovsky’s residents
The district thrives today thanks to people in all kinds of professions
Blacksmiths, grain growers, and bakers appear on stage in stylized costumes, honoring all working people
The next chapter of the district’s story is all about sports!
ATV riders put on high‑speed demonstration runs
“The Great Siberian Dance” showcases the full breadth of folk choreography
Next up, the Kalachinsk “Youth” collective takes the baton with their number “Lilac”
It’s as if the sun has purposefully peeked out from behind the clouds to make the performance even brighter
The young women once again prove that Omsk land is rich in talent
They perform the vocal‑and‑dance piece “From the Courtyard, From the Little Courtyard”
The “Irtysh” dance ensemble from Omsk perfectly embodies this vision
The concert finale is designed to be as joyful and spectacular as possible
The Astyrovka choir will bring the packed program to a close
Their number, “Little Fir Trees — Broomsticks,” is playful and full of folk couplets
May all the spectators leave the stadium in the most festive mood possible!

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