Vitebsk is hosting a regional New Year's celebration for schoolchildren from across the region as part of the "Our Children" New Year's charity campaign.
Top students, cadets, winners of olympiads, creative contests, and sports competitions, as well as children from large and foster families, have arrived for the grand celebration in the northern capital. Boys and girls aged 8 to 14 have enthusiastically immersed themselves in a fairy tale and experienced the captivating events of the interactive musical "Kaleidoscope of Imagination." In addition, game and New Year's zones, photo areas, entertainment locations, and a variety of masterclasses were organised for the children.
The participants of the celebration were welcomed by the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee, Alexander Subbotin. He emphasised the importance of the pre-holiday days, filled with special meaning and kindness. An inspiring atmosphere prevailed in the concert hall, where about a thousand children gathered. Many of the children have achieved significant success in olympiads, sports, or public life.
– These events are designed to make you believe in miracles and kindness. Even the snow started falling on this magical day, – said Alexander Subbotin. – Everyone in this hall is anticipating something special from the holiday.
He thanked the children for being winners, stating that their achievements are a sign that the new generation is capable of great things. The Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee is convinced that adults, observing the young talents, look to the future with hope, without fear of the unknown.
Finally, Alexander Subbotin wished the children more victories in the coming year and for happiness and well-being to reign in their homes.
Elizaveta Zagorelskaia, a student from Secondary School No. 8 in Orsha, is attending such an event for the first time.
– It's the coolest celebration! I am delighted with the number of interesting activities prepared for us, thank you to the organisers. I participated in interactive games. I am eagerly awaiting the musical "Kaleidoscope of Imagination" and am confident that it will leave unforgettable memories in my heart, which will warm my soul long after the celebration ends.
– It’s such a warm, unusual, and very fun magical holiday! – says Ulyana Furs, an activist from Secondary School No. 1 in Novopolotsk and a member of the Parliament of Children and Youth of Novopolotsk, with delight. – There is so much fun, masterclasses, amazing photo zones, and music all around. The atmosphere reminds us that miracles truly exist. It is precisely such moments that are lacking in everyday life: they seem to create New Year's magic that will remain in our hearts for a long time.
Today’s morning for Alexander Undrul from Vidzy Secondary School of Braslav District started very early, but this did not affect the young man’s festive mood in any way.
– This is my first experience participating in the regional New Year's celebration, and I am simply delighted! – shared the excellent student with sincere joy. – Everything around is sparkling and shimmering: bright lights, festive decorations, joyful faces of peers. Music, laughter, and fun. Every moment reminds us of the magic of this time of year.
Among those who were fortunate enough to come to Vitebsk for the regional celebration is Ulyana Gruntova from the Vitebsk Cadet School.
– I am so happy to be here, – she shared. – The scale of the celebration is simply impressive. Today is like a magical journey, full of emotions and unexpected turns. The attention of the region's leadership to the youth is a real gift.