OF CULTURE DAYS, CHAIRS AT THE TABLE, AND BOXERS

The third annual Culture Days will be celebrated in hundreds of cities and towns in Canada from coast to coast to coast, with thousands of free activities from a wide range of disciplines including: visual arts, music, dance, theatre, architecture, heritage, film and video, literature, culinary arts and new media.

1.2 million Canadians participated in over 6,000 activities spanning over 800 communities during Culture Days 2011. The momentum continues to build and participation in Culture Days 2012 is anticipated to surpass last year's!

Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre is once again participating in Culture Days!

On Saturday September 29th we invite everyone to visit Oseredok and view the Legacy of the Cossack Elite exhibition,  take in a free pysanka workshop from 2 - 4pm, or view (and maybe buy!) artwork still available during the Second Time Around Art Sale!

Be a part of Culture Days 2012! Visit Oseredok this Saturday 10 am to 4 pm!

FREE PARKING! Oseredok members can park for FREE on the adjacent parking lot Saturday September 29th from 10 am to 4 pm. Just come in and ask for your free pass!

SECOND TIME AROUND II

Sale ends Saturday September 29th!

With artworks by Hnizdovsky, Levytsky, Proch, Repa, Kissick, Kulyk...tossed in with a few original icons on wood and late 19th century Ukrainan pottery...we've been able to well satisfy the art cravings of many a visitor over the last week!

There is still a great selection of oils, watercolours, signed prints, reproductions, and porcelain or clay objects available for purchase!

Sale ends Saturday September 29th at 4 pm!

DINNER AT DELUCA'S

Make sure you have a chair at the table for this wonderful evening in support of Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre!

Join us Friday November 2 at DeLuca's, 950 Portage Avenue in Winnipeg, for delicious Italian food, good friends, and great times!

Tickets are only $50 per person. Call (204) 942-0218 to purchase with credit card, or drop in to Oseredok Monday through Saturday between 10 am and 4 pm.

Tables of 10 are available!

NEW IN THE BOUTIQUE

NEW DVD!

KLITSCHKO - FIGHTERS. CHAMPIONS. BROTHERS

Two brothers, two world heavyweight champions. Superstar siblings Volodymyr and Vitaliy Klitschko held a 15-year reign over the ring until making history in 2008 by becoming the first brothers in the sport to hold world titles at the same time.With a mix of candid interviews and riveting up-close fight footage, KLITSCHKO offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these champion boxers. It's no conincidence that their last name ends with "KO"!

                                

NEW BOOK

BABA'S BABUSHKA - A MAGICAL UKRAINIAN EASTER

Marion Mutala

Time for another holiday adventure! When the wind brings Natalia another babushka just like the ones her Baba used to wear, the young girl goes on a magical journey to a springtime in the past and discovers the Easter traditions of her Ukrainian heritage.

ALSO BY MARION MUTALA
BABA'S BABUSHKA - A MAGICAL UKRAINIAN CHRISTMAS

It's Christmas and Natalia misses her baba. When the wind brings her a babushka just like the one Baba used to wear, a magical adventure unfolds and Natalia discovers the traditions of her Ukrainian heritage - the greatest of which is the love of family.

SECOND TIME AROUND ART SALE

SECOND TIME AROUND ART SALE BEGINS TOMORROW!

We're so excited!... We just can't hide it!
The Second Time Around Art Sale kicks off tomorrow (Saturday September 22) at 10 am!
We have nearly 50 works of art for sale - original oils and watercolours, signed prints, works in clay and porcelain (including late 19th century Ukrainian pottery), and a small, but beautiful selection of icons painted on wood!
Prices are unbelievably low - ranging from $35 to $400!
You're sure to find something for any room in your home, or for your office!
Or pick up a special early Christmas gift for someone special...or for yourself!

We have works by Myron Levytsky, Jacques Hnizdovsky, Don Proch, Ewa Tarsia, Wayne Foster, Winston Leathers, Grace Nickel, Hryhoriy Kovalenko, D.J. Paterson, Larry Kissick, Lillian Dzwonyk, F. Humeniuk, Bohdan Borzemsky, and the proverbial Unknown Artist!

It's cash and carry - come early for the best selection! So set your alarm clock, and be here at 10 o'clock for the start of our best-yet Second Time Around Art Sale! We'll have plenty of fresh coffee, and a nibble or two!
Sale ends Saturday September 29!


DINNER AT DELUCA'S

Tickets are available now for Oseredok's fall fundraising event - Dinner at Deluca's!
Call 204-942-0218, email us at ucec@mymts.net  or pick them up when you come to the Second Time Around Art sale!

LEGACY OF THE COSSACK ELITE - HELD OVER!

This exhibition of embroidery, textiles and maps from the 17th and 18th c. is held over until October 15, 2012.

Hours of operation:
Monday through Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
204-942-0218
ucec@mymts.net

184 Alexander Avenue East, Winnipeg

OF ART AND PASTA

SECOND TIME AROUND II

                                                                                                  "....I need to build a big fence."

                                     "....It's been on my wall for way too long. I need a change!"

                                                                      "...I have WAAAY TOO MUCH ART. Time to get rid of some!"

                   "...I hope they'll find a good home...."

...Just some of the things people told us as they brought their artwork for consideration for our SECOND TIME AROUND Art Sale Extravaganza!

With the sale just a week away, we are happy to announce that we have some 50 works of art available for sale - works by such artists as Jacques Hnizdovsky, Myron Levytsky, Don Proch, Ewa Tarsia, Bohdan Borzemsky, and many others. Plus, we're offering a small selection of lovely hand-painted icons, and a beautiful assortment of late 19th century Ukrainian pottery!

Oils, watercolours, serigraphs and lithographs, colour photographs, porcelain and clay! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to buy a work of art at real Winnipeg-style prices! No art piece over $400! (Yes Петрусю, you can own a Proch or Hnizdovsky for $400 or less!)



The Second Time Around II Sale Extravaganza begins Saturday, September 22 at 10:00 am! Light refreshments will be served. Come early for the best selection!
Here's a sneak peak at some of the works that will be available for purchase during the Second Time Around Art Sale!

Late 19th century Ukrainian pottery


 

Myron Levytsky,
Kozhumyakha, lithograph

Jacques Hnizdovsky, Bread,
engraving

 

Unknown artist,
Icon

Winston Leathers, Autumn sunrise,
commercial lithograph





A SECOND HELPING OF THE EVENING OF THE SEASON!

Join us Friday November 2, 2012 for a delicious three-course Italian dinner served up at one of the trendiest dining spots in the city - DeLuca's!
It's an evening of great food, great friends, and chances to win fabulous raffle prizes - all in support of Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre!
Tickets - $50 per person - are available by calling 204-942-0218,  emailing us at ucec@mymts.net or by dropping in to Oseredok at 184 Alexander Ave. East, Winnipeg.
                                  

NEW IN THE BOUTIQUE - MUSIC!

UKRAINIAN POPS - FOLK MUSIC
This recording presents beautiful orchestral arrangements of 20 Ukrainian folk songs performed by the 72-piece Kyiv Pops Orchestra.
Available now!

     

ВЕСОЛОВСЬКИЙ - VESOLOWSKYJ - POPULAR SONGS
This latest CD from the Vesnivka Choir of Toronto features 24 popular songs by the celebrated composer I.B. Vesolowskyj. Featuring Vesnivka and the Toronto Ukrainian Male Chamber Choir with the Burya Band, this recording of sultry tangos and lilting waltzws is not to be missed!
Availavle now!

And remember, for those cool late summer and fall days,
we have a great selection of exclusive embroidered hoodies
for men,
women
and the kids!








HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday through Saturday 10 am - 4pm
184 Alexander Avenue East, Winnipeg
204-942-0218
ucec@mymts.net

OF PAINTING, PAINTINGS, AND GOING BACK TO SCHOOL

A FRESH COAT OF PAINT
If you come to Oseredok over the next few days, you will notice ladders, dropcloths, and the sound of sanders, shop vacs, and roller brushes.The walls and doors of the entire building stairwell, as well as the foyers on all five floors are being painted!
On the fifth floor, the painters are dealing with areas of water damage caused by the leaky roof (which, you may recall, was repaired last year). On the first through the fourth floors, they are repairing and painting everyday wear-and-tear. We look forward to a refreshed and clean look!

In the meantime, we are definitely open to visitors!

Open this Sunday, September 2 from 1 - 4pm.
Regular hours are Monday through Saturday 10am - 4pm


SECOND TIME AROUND
September 22 through 29, 2012

If you have artwork that you're tired of, or is stacked behind your sofa collecting dust, consider selling it during the Second Time Around Sale Extravaganza! If you're looking for new artwork for that empty wall, or to add to your collection, make sure to come to the Second Time Around Extravaganza!
It's a great opportunity to sell your old artwork, and to buy some new art!

For sellers: artwork should be numbered and/or signed by the artist. Three-dimensional artwork and colourful artwork is preferred. (No textiles, please). Unframed prints must be shrunk-wrapped. All artwork framing must be in good shape! The maximum selling price is $400.

Oseredok Boutique reserves the right to final selection for sale. All items will be sold on consignment basis.

Deadline for art submissions is Friday, September 7.

Call Bohdana at 204-942-0218 for more information.

BACK TO SCHOOL...BACK TO РІДНА ШКОЛА....BACK TO UKRAINIAN DANCING LESSONS!

Your kids will look great as they head back to school in embroidered hoodies and caps!
Boys' black and grey embroidered hoodies in pullover style! Girls' white and red embroidered hoodies in zipper-front style! PLUS! Youth caps with embroidered "tryzub"!
We also have a great selection of kids' tshirts, and embroidered shirts and blouses for those recitals and concerts!
STILL AVAILABLE! Euro2012 pencil or marker sets and backpacks - 40% off!


NEW IN THE BOUTIQUE
HOLODOMOR THE MOVIE
BobbyLeigh, Director and Producer
Marta Tomkiw, Producer

In 1932-33 Ukraine, the breadbasket of the Soviet Union, had bountiful crops of grain yet its people were dying of starvation. In order to crush the will of the independent-minded Ukrainian peasants and secure collectivization of all Ukrainian lands, Joseph Stalin ordered an army of ruthless Communist Party activists to confiscate all harvested grain and seize all the foodstuffs in the villages. As a result of this genocidal decree, by the end of 1933 nearly 25 percent of the Ukrainian population – 7-10 million people, including 3 million children – had perished!

In the face of terror, Ukrainians had little possibility of escaping their horrific fate to create another life elsewhere. Travel was banned for Ukrainians keeping them confined in a prison of starvation within their own villages.

HOLODOMOR, a full-length feature film documentary, tells the story of the cold-blooded destruction of human life which has been silenced from the world for over seven decades.

WE'RE BACK!

It's been a while since we last blogged! And so much has happened! Our Midsummer Night of Kupalo event on July 5th was a tremendous success....we packed up the wagon and spent the August long weekend at Canada's National Ukrainian Festival in Dauphin...and in between all that, we took a little holiday time.
Let's catch up!


A MIDSUMMER NIGHT OF KUPALO

On a beautiful summer eve - Thursday, July 5th, over 150 friends of Oseredok gathered at the beautiful Qualico Family Centre in Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park to celebrate the magic of the Kupalo Festival.



Some of the many guests at A Midsummer Night of Kupalo

 
 

Kalyna Horocholyn and Krista Mendres making flowered wreaths

 
Amidst the decor of fern leaves and flowers our guests tasted delectible culinary treats, heard the lovely voices of the O. Koshetz Choir women's ensemble, saw the grace of the Rusalka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, and enjoyed the music of accordionists Myron Kurjewicz and Nestor Budyk,  and singers Sofia Bilozor, Larissa Klymkiw and Michelle Kowalchuk. They mingled through the setting sun in good company and conversation, ending the evening with a rousing sing-a-long!




Sofia Bilozor (with guitar) and Larissa Klymkiw

The O. Koshetz Choir women's ensemble singing Kupalo songs

 


Members of the Rusalka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble

 

It was an event like no other - a fabulous way to celebrate the Kupalo Festival, and a marvellous way to spend a mid-summer evening!



Enjoying the surroundings at the Qualico Family Centre

 


The Midsummer Night of Kupalo singalong,
featuring musicians Nestor Budyk and Dobryan Tracz

Many people made A Midsummer Night of Kupalo such a success! Our thanks to the O. Koshetz Choir, The Rusalka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, Sofia Bilozor and Larissa Klymkiw, Michelle Kowalchuk, Gayle Cilinsky, Myron Kurjewicz, Nestor Budyk and Dobryan Tracz for entertaining us with music and dance!
A very special "thank you!" to our sponsors - Seerx Technologies Inc. and R.S. Harris Ltd.!
A gracious "thank you!" to all the suppliers of raffle prizes! (And congratulations to those who won them!)
A rousing "well done!" to Oseredok's Fundraising Committee for their creativity and huge efforts!
And a heartfelt "дякуємо" to all who came!
P.S. And thanks to Simeon Rusnak for the fab pictures!

SECOND TIME AROUND #2

It's that time of year to sort through your old artwork and make it new!

Once again Oseredok Boutique is holding its Second Time Around sale, giving you the opportunity to sell your old artwork, and buy some new art!

The sale will take place from September 22 through 29, 2012.

Here are the fine points:

Artwork should be numbered and/or signed by the artist. Three-dimensional artwork and colourful artwork is preferred. (No textiles, please). Unframed prints must be shrunk-wrapped. The maximum selling price is $400. Oseredok Boutique reserves the right to final selection for sale. All items will be sold on consignment basis.

If you have some artwork you'd like to sell, call Bohdana at 204-942-0218. The deadline to bring your saleable artwork is Friday, September 7, 2012.

NEW IN THE BOUTIQUE

GET YOUR "REVENGE"! 

AND LARISA SEMBALIUK-CHELADYN'S NEW PRINT

Available now at Oseredok Boutique



Get the thrilling sequel to
"Yaroslaw's Treasure" by
Myroslaw Petriw!

Celebrating our Culture by
L. Sembaliuk-Cheladyn



LEGACY OF THE COSSACK ELITE

Don't miss this enlightening and beautiful exhibition of 17th and 18th century textiles, embroidery, and maps from Oseredok's Permanent Collection!

Continues at until September 15, 2012.

Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre

184 Alexander Avenue East, Winnipeg

204-942-0218

ucec@mymts.net

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Saturday 10am - 4pm

Sunday (in August) 1 - 4pm

OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, SUMMER EXCITEMENT, AND A SOCCER SALE!

THE 2012 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

On Wednesday, June 20, 2012 Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre held its Annual General Meeting.


Irena Waplak presenting a report on
 Amendments to the Constitution

Those in attendance heard various reports of the Executive of the Oseredok Board of Directors, the external auditors - the PKBW Group, the Audit and Nominating Committees, and the President of the Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Foundation.

Speaking in both Ukrainian and English, Oseredok Board President Christina Semaniuk highlighted the achievements made over the past fiscal year in the areas of building awareness and building capacity. She thanked Oseredok's many supporters - its members, donors, and funders. In particular, she thanked Executive Director Sophia Kachor for her accomplished stewardship of Oseredok, and Oseredok's volunteers for their invaluable services.

Oseredok Foundation President, Darusia Kozelko spoke of Oseredok as a "jewel in our community", and noted that the Foundation is just $61,000 short of its first million dollars.



C. Semaniuk (l) and
M. Buyachok (r)

N. Kostyshyn-Bailey (l) and
M. Buyachok (r)

C. Semaniuk presented Certificates of Appreciation and gifts to Nadya Kostyshyn-Bailey and Rt. Rev. Msgr. Michael Buyachok, who retired from the Board of Directors.

Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre

Board of Directors - 2012/2013

Christina Semaniuk, President

Irka Semaniuk, Vice-President

Martha Chuchman, Secretary

Roman Jaworsky, Treasurer

Kathrine Basarab

Linda Hunter

Ihor Michalchyshyn

Myron Pawlowsky

Anna Rusnak

Roxanne Klymkiw Taylor

Irena Waplak

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT OF KUPALO!

Get your tickets to the most exciting event of the summer!
Enjoy an evening of magic, music and good friends!
Savor delectable zakusky - tapas, and enticing desserts!
Thrill to the flashes of song and dance throughout the evening, featuring members of the O. Koshetz Choir, musicians Myron Kurjewicz and Nestor Budyk, and members of the Rusalka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble!
Take you chances on fabulous raffle prizes!
Delight in the lush beauty of forest and pond at Winnipeg's newest entertaining spot - the Qualico Family Centre, located in the heart of Assiniboine Park!
Tickets - $100/Cash bar

For tickets please call 204-942-0218, or email  ucec@mymts.net




ДОПОВІДЬ

OSEREDOK BOUTIQUE

GET 30% OFF ALL UEFA EURO2012 MERCHANDISE! 

Caps, t-shirts, backpacks, soccer balls,

marker and pencil sets!

GET YOUR TICKETS TO KUPALO...GET YOUR FAN GEAR FOR THE GAMES...AND MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR A MEETING!

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT OF KUPALO

Thursday July 5 from 7 - 10 pm

Qualico Famly Centre, Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg

Tickets - $100 each

Don't miss this great evening of  friends,

delightful entertainment, and delicious zakusky!

Tickets are available by calling 204-942-0218 or

email us at  ucec@mymts.net

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20 AT 6:30 PM
(PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN TIME)

Oseredok invites all members and donors to attend Oseredok's Annual Genral Meeting on Wednesday, June 20 at 6:30 pm.

The agenda includes an overview of the Centre's accomplishments from April 1, 2011 through March 31, 2012, presentation of the audited financial statements, discussion of the presented reports, amendments to the Centre's constitution and by-laws, as well as the election of directors and members of the Audit Committee. Members in good standing have the right to vote.



OSEREDOK BOUTIQUE
CHEERING THE BEAUTIFUL GAME...AND GETTING READY FOR THE BEACH!

UKRAINIAN DANCE: A CROSS-CULTURAL APPROACH
Andriy Nahachewsky
Available now at Oseredok Boutique!

 "This work very much reflects the personal and professional history of its author – Andriy Nahachewsky, who holds the Huculak Chair of Ukrainian Culture and Ethnography at the University of Alberta. It underlines the experience of someone who has lived, loved (the experiential is evident) and learned Ukrainian dance. Starting at a young age, the author went through the dance ranks until he was teaching tantsi several nights a week as a teen and young adult. When he entered the world of academe, he pursued the topic further—and in a very serious way. This end result took well over a decade and a half of effort and reflection...This is without a doubt the most informative work you can find about Ukrainian dance in any language."

Andrij Makuch,
Canadian Institute of         
Ukrainian Studies, Toronto Office


Dr. Andriy Nahachewsky occupies the Huculak Chair of Ukrainian Culture and Ethnography (since 1990) and serves as the Director of the Ukrainian Folklore Centre. He became an Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta in 1990, occupying the. He was promoted to Associate Professor in 1995.