Family games, art experiments and culinary master classes: the "Apple Feast" festival was held in the Kstovsky District.

      August 20, 2025 16:11 [150]

      Society

      A bright and fragrant celebration in honor of the Apple Feast took place in the picturesque village of Shava in the Kstovo municipal district. The event opened with a morning exercise session with the champions of "Quick Start!". Participants of the fifteen-minute sports warm-up stretched and received an energy boost for the whole festive day.

      The ceremonial part of the festival for adults and children began with welcoming remarks from honored guests. Speakers included: Nikolai Nosov, deputy head of the administration of the Kstovo municipal district; Alexander Kuznetsov, deputy of the Council of Deputies of the Kstovo municipal district; Arman Aslanyan, director of ANO "Kstovo Center for Entrepreneurship Development and Security Programs" and curator of the "Entrepreneurship" project; and Olga Frolova, head of the Dobrocenter, secretary of primary branch No. 1166, and member of the local political council of the Kstovo municipal district.

      The celebration was organized as part of the "BlagoDat. Business for Good" project of ANO "Kstovo Center for Entrepreneurship Development and Security Programs."

      "The 'Apple Feast' festival is part of our center's systematic work with children with disabilities and youngsters from the families of participants in the special operation. As part of the 'BlagoDat' project, various free events and master classes are held. And, of course, the main goal is to bring kindness — so that children see and know that there are many people in this world with open, pure hearts who are sincerely interested in their well-being," said Oksana Zharkova, curator of the "One Country — Accessible Environment" project.

      More than 100 children took part in the festive program. A full program was organized for festival participants.

      "Today the holiday united several generations. There were not only master classes and photo zones, but also live interaction. And that is the most important value of our celebration. People shared recipes for apple dishes, recalled traditions associated with this day, and rejoiced at the opportunity to spend time together. The Apple Feast is not just a holiday, it is a reminder of how important it is to maintain family ties, share experiences and enjoy simple things. I am sure that such meetings will become a good tradition and continue to bring people together for many years to come," said Marina Kozlova, executive secretary of the Kstovo local branch of the United Russia party.

      The "Apple Feast" festival was supported by the Ministry of Social Policy of the Nizhny Novgorod Region, the administration of the Kstovo municipal district, public organizations and volunteer movements.

      "It is joyful to see so many happy faces and such sincere interest. Today's festival became a true celebration of unity, creativity and kindness. We are proud to have created an atmosphere of warmth and care by uniting the efforts of entrepreneurs, public organizations and all concerned people. We thank every participant and organizer — together we make the world a better place!" shared Maria Samodelkina, head of the Nizhny Novgorod regional branch of the All‑Russian public movement "Volunteers of Victory."

      The main part of the festive program consisted of interactive master classes to suit every taste. The program included creative workshops, cooking lessons, painting and art experiments. Instruction was provided by professional artists and craftsmen.

      "Today's master class is thematic because we are celebrating the wonderful 'Apple Feast.' Technically everything is simple, but we use unusual materials: self-decomposing inks and metal-containing gold paint. This combination produces a very unusual effect. Both children and adults like it," explained artist and instructor of the "Magic Palette" master class, Elena Plaket.

      The festival organizers allocated separate zones for active recreation. Participants in the "Defenders of the Future" master class could test their skills in military-patriotic trials and quests. Various contests and family games were held on the "Glade of Wonders."

      "My daughter and I have been here since early morning. We like everything very much. We've already danced and run around. A wonderful summer celebration that really lifts the spirits!" shared festival guest Ekaterina Denker.

      At the charity "Talent Auction" anyone could purchase children's drawings. At the end of the competitive program the best festival participants were awarded. The final highlight of the celebration was a performance by the band "Poluden Pobedy."

      The festival took place on the grounds of MaxiPark7Ya with partnership support from its director, Maksim Shashkov. The event was supported by the local party branch in the Kstovo municipal district and the regional executive committee of the Nizhny Novgorod regional branch of the United Russia party.

      Recall that all party projects are directed at implementing United Russia's People's Program. Each initiative addresses relevant issues in its niche. The "Strong Family" project is designed to protect family rights and support family values. "One Country — Accessible Environment" works to support and socially integrate people with disabilities. "Entrepreneurship" is aimed at developing small and medium-sized businesses and increasing their efficiency. In total United Russia implements 22 party projects.

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