March 1st is one of the most beloved and joyful days of the year! According to ancient tradition, it is on this day that Baba Marta arrives — a capricious yet kind mistress of spring. She brings warmth, the first rays of bright sunshine, the awakening of nature, and hope for a bountiful year. By custom, everyone adorns themselves with martenitsi — red-and-white ornaments symbolizing health, joy, purity, and vitality.
At the Nikator kindergarten, Baba Marta’s arrival was celebrated especially brightly and warmly. Exciting master classes on making martenitsi were organized for the little children. The kids enthusiastically learned this ancient craft: under the careful guidance of the teachers, they twisted white and red threads, creating cute figures, bracelets, pendants, and even tiny martenitsa dolls.
The event also included a creative program: the children learned cheerful songs, touching poems, and lively dances dedicated to welcoming spring. Chants, round dances, and songs about the sun, storks, and the first flowers rang out — everything that helps chase away winter and invite true spring.
May Baba Marta be especially kind to us this year: smiling more often than frowning, bringing plenty of sunshine, warmth, and good cheer! And may all the martenitsi handmade by children’s little hands bring health and good fortune to their owners.
Happy spring, dear friends!
March 1st is one of the most beloved and joyful days of the year! According to ancient tradition, it is on this day that Baba Marta arrives — a capricious yet kind mistress of spring. She brings warmth, the first rays of bright sunshine, the awakening of nature, and hope for a bountiful year. By custom, everyone adorns themselves with martenitsi — red-and-white ornaments symbolizing health, joy, purity, and vitality.
At the Nikator kindergarten, Baba Marta’s arrival was celebrated especially brightly and warmly. Exciting master classes on making martenitsi were organized for the little children. The kids enthusiastically learned this ancient craft: under the careful guidance of the teachers, they twisted white and red threads, creating cute figures, bracelets, pendants, and even tiny martenitsa dolls.
The event also included a creative program: the children learned cheerful songs, touching poems, and lively dances dedicated to welcoming spring. Chants, round dances, and songs about the sun, storks, and the first flowers rang out — everything that helps chase away winter and invite true spring.
May Baba Marta be especially kind to us this year: smiling more often than frowning, bringing plenty of sunshine, warmth, and good cheer! And may all the martenitsi handmade by children’s little hands bring health and good fortune to their owners.
Happy spring, dear friends!
