A GREAT EXHIBITION OPENING!

On Sunday, October 21st Oseredok officially opened it's much-awaited exhibition The Story of Plast, 100 Years of the Ukrainian Scouting Movement, a project done in collaboration with Plast Ukrainian Youth Association of Manitoba.

Christine Melnick, Minister of Immigration and Culture with the Province of Manitoba brought greetings from the province. Dr. Jaroslav Rozumnyj officially opened the exhibition and Marta Hnatiw, president of Plast, spoke to the Plast centenary celebrations. Sophia Kachor, Executive Director, and curator of the exhibition, provided insight into the narrative and production of the exhibition, and acknowledged Bohdana Bashuk as the exhibition graphic designer.


Over 160 people attended the opening, including young members of the Plast Ukrainian Youth Association of Manitoba, who delighted the audience with an enthusiastic rendition of Будь іскрою, the official song of the Plast centenary.

All in attendance also had the opportunity to view the artworks of young plastuny in the MultiPurpose Room.

(From L to R) Manitoba Minister of Immigration and Culture
Christine Melnick, Oseredok Executive Director and
exhibition curator Sophia Kachor, and Oseredok
President Christine Semaniuk

Будь іскрою!

(From L to R) Oksana Rozumna, Sophia Kachor, Jaroslav Rozumnyj

The Story of Plast exhbition is expressed in 16 image and text panels, interspersed with such items as a rare first edition of Життя в Пласті, a plastun's backpack from the 70's, and a Plast badge and pin that travelled in space with Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper on the space shuttle Endeavour in 2008.

The exhibition continues until January 27, 2013 at Oseredok.

The main exhibition and exhibition of children's art continues until January 27, 2013.

Open Monday through Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.

NEW IN THE BOUTIQUE

PAPA DUKE - VIOLUMINOSITY Vasyl Popadiuk is back with his 3rd solo album! Together with 7 musicians, Vasyl presents a wonderful collection of both Ukrainian and classics such as “Carpathian Cactus”, “Love Theme from Romeo & Juliet” and the “The Long Road (Those were the days) to name a few. This acoustic recording is a great addition to your collection!

DARKA & SLAVKO - RETRO PERSPECTIVE Retro Perspective is a collection of songs from New York's Darka and Slavko. Hear how their music developed over the course of their albums, and enjoy the great jazz stylings of this ground-breaking musical duo!

...AND COMING AROUND THE CORNER...

TELLING THE STORY OF PLAST...AND ABANDONED SECRETS

WE ARE SET TO TELL THE STORY

THE STORY OF PLAST - 100 YEARS OF THE UKRAINIAN SCOUTING MOVEMENT
Opens this Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 2:00 pm

We are also delighted to present an exhibition of paintings by young Winnipeg Plast members ages 6 to 11. Each canvas is an expression of the child's own particular associations with and ideas about Plast, its activities and experiences.

Two of approximately 30 children's paintings that will be on display in 
Oseredok's MultiPurpose Room for the duration of the Plast centenary exhibition

JUST ARRIVED IN THE BOUTIQUE

THE MUSEUM OF ABANDONED SECRETS
by OKSANA ZABUZHKO

Spanning sixty tumultuous years of Ukrainian history, this multigenerational saga weaves a dramatic and intricate web of love, sex, friendship, and death. At its center: three women linked by the abandoned secrets of the past—secrets that refuse to remain hidden.
While researching a story, journalist Daryna unearths a worn photograph of Olena Dovgan, a member of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army killed in 1947 by Stalin’s secret police. Intrigued, Daryna sets out to make a documentary about the extraordinary woman—and unwittingly opens a door to the past that will change the course of the future. For even as she delves into the secrets of Olena’s life, Daryna grapples with the suspicious death of a painter who just may be the latest victim of a corrupt political power play.
From the dim days of World War II to the eve of Orange Revolution, The Museum of Abandoned Secrets is an “epic of enlightening force” that explores the enduring power of the dead over the living.

The book is available now at Oseredok Boutique!


HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday through Saturday 10am - 4pm
204-942-0218
ucec@mymts.net

NEW EXHIBITION TO OPEN OCTOBER 21st!

100 YEARS OF THE UKRAINIAN SCOUTING MOVEMENT
Opens Sunday, October 21st!

Oseredok is pleased to be collaborating with Plast Ukrainian Youth Association on an exhibition marking the centenary of this Ukrainian scouting organization.

This much anticipated exhibition explores unique moments in the history of Plast through photographs, documents and various memorabilia....some from earth, some from space!

The exhibition opens Sunday, October 21 at 2:00 pm.

CHILDREN AND PLAST

In conjunction with the exhibition on 100 years of the Ukrainian scouting movement, Oseredok is also pleased to feature paintings by young Plast members ages 6 to 11, who have expressed on canvas their own particular associations with and ideas about Plast, its activities and experiences.


HOURS OF OPERATION

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

DINNER AT DELUCA'S, OUR BIG BOOK SALE, AND AN EXCITING MOMENT!

DINNER AT DELUCA'S

This exciting fundraiser is less than a month away! Get your tickets soon!
Join us Friday November 2, 2012 at DeLuca's, 950 Portage Avenue in Winnipeg, for an enjoyable evening of great food, good friends, and chances to win fabulous raffle prizes!
Tickets are $50 per person - available now by calling (204) 942-0218.
Get your friends together and book a table of 10!

OUR GREAT FALL BOOK SALE
From Saturday October 6 through Saturday October 13!

Get 20% OFF all books!
Get 10% OFF all children's books!
And if you're a paid-up member of Oseredok, add your 10% membership discount to the total discount!
Now THAT'S a BIG deal!

COSMICALLY EXCITING!

Oseredok was a-buzz this past Wednesday with the delivery of a package, containing two very special artifacts that will be a part of the upcoming exhibition  - The Story of Plast, 100 Years of the Ukrainian Scouting Movement.
When the box arrived and we unpacked these two items, our socks were blown off...to the stars!
All we can say at this time is - WOW!
But, you can be sure we'll say more over the next few weeks!
For now, mark your calendars and plan to be at the opening of this exhibition on Sunday, October 21!

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