Dear RSPN members and friends,

We are pleased to invite you to join us for a lunch celebration of Victory Day on May 9, 2017. The annual celebration of Victory Day honors those who courageously fought in World War II against Nazism and heroically sacrificed their lives for freedom of the future generations. Join us on May 9, as we gather to celebrate, bow our heads to commemorate those who gave their lives, honor the heroes who came back, and preserve the memory of the Great Victory that saved our civilization and our freedoms.

Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Lunch: 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Bellini Grill, 220 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Our friends at Bellini will offer a 3-course lunch for $25 per person including tax and gratuity. Plus, Bellini Grill is a BYOB, so you are welcome to bring adult beverages!

REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED.

В Филадельфии отметили 120-лет со дня основания Русского Православного Собора Святого Андрея Первозванного.

30 апреля в г. Филадельфия, штат Пенсильвания, США состоялось празднование 120-летия со дня основания прихода Русского Православного Собора Святого Андрея Первозванного.

В день годовщины в храме состоялось праздничное богослужение и крестный ход, за которым последовал праздничный обед. В мероприятии приняли участие представители высшего духовенства православной церкви в США, посольства Российской Федерации в США, “Ассоциации русскоязычных профессионалов” (RSPN), русскоязычного сообщества, а также историки и эксперты в области исследований о жизни русской эмиграции за границей.

 8 апреля 2017 года впервые в г. Филадельфия состоится Тотальный диктант по русскому языку. Международная образовательная акция «Тотальный диктант» пройдет в 800 городах по всему миру. В этом году к диктанту присоединились 37 российских городов, а также 287 зарубежных из 72 стран. Регистрация на площадке проведения Тотального диктанта проходит на сайте totaldict.ru. Начало мероприятия: 8 апреля в 15:30 по адресу – 700 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145-2392 South Philadelphia Library.

​Don't miss one of our biggest events of the summer!  Enjoy two complimentary drinks and some light appetizers while mixing with fellow RSPN and Pyramid Club Members!

But remember, space is limited! Only 15 spots are open. So, make sure to RSVP asap to reserve your spot!
**You and your guest(s) must each fill out an RSVP form. Registration will be granted on first-come/first-serve basis.

Tuesday, July 12
6 - 8 p.m.
Pyramid Club - Philadelphia
1735 Market Street​

Dear RSPN Members and Friends:

The RSPN proudly supports the following event in which three of RSPN members participate: Michael Shapiro, Maria Grechishkina and Max Voltchenko.
                                        
U.S. - Russia Business Relations
Challenges and Opportunities in the New Norm 
 
A program proudly presented by:
The ABA Section of International Law
 
Sponsored by:
The Section of International Law Russia/Eurasia Committee
 
Co-sponsored by: 
The Section of International Law International Investment and Development Committee, New Media and Content Innovation Committee, and Europe Committee; and Dechert LLP, U.S.-Russia Business Council, Dentons, Duane Morris LLP, Beier and Partners, Bazelon Less & Feldman, P.C., Marks & Sokolov, LLC
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Tuesday, May 10, 2016
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET 
Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m.
In-person only program at:
 
Dechert LLP
Cira Centre, 2929 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA
 
Light refreshments provided courtesy of Dechert LLP
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Dear RSPN Members and Friends:

We are excited to announce our Annual Meeting and Lunch on Wednesday, April 20th.  Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 15th if you can make it and mark your calendar.

The tentative agenda for the Meeting is as follows:

1. Introduction of new and existing members and guests.
2. Report of RSPN President and Board members.
3. Plans for 2016.
4. Election of vacant posts on the Board.

Please note that you would need to renew your membership, preferably prior to or at the meeting, to be able to vote and/or be elected, if it is appropriate.  

VENUE:  Duane Morris LLP, 30 South 17th Street Philadelphia, PA 19103-4196. 215-979-1000

TIME:  Noon – 1:30 pm

There is no fee, but advance registration is required. Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 15th at  rspnorg@gmail.com.
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LUNCH CO-SPONSORS: Marks & Sokolov, Duane Morris LLP.
 

Sincerely yours,
RSPN Board
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Our first Spring Art Social!

Friday, March 18 @ Philadelphia Art Alliance  (Rittenhouse Square location)

Original Art, Live Dj music, Champagne and Hors d’oeuvres - What a Great Way to Great the Spring!

Mark Stockton, Philadelphia-based artist and draughtsman discussed his latest body of work, inspired by the writings of Fyodor Dostoyevsky and modern day Russian society.

This event was presented in collaboration with The ARTillerie Group, LLC, a Philadelphia-based visual artist agency.