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ThePublished U by thekrainian Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal W non-profit associationeekly Vol. LXXX No. 19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 $1/$2 in Ukraine Religious leaders from Ukraine visit D.C. Canadian doctors say Tymoshenko to honor Sheptytsky, promote cooperation needs urgent medical treatment by Christopher Guly cal attention to Ms. Tymoshenko.” Special to The Ukrainian Weekly In early February, Dr. Rewa, along with two of his Ukrainian Canadian medical col- OTTAWA – Canadian doctors who exam- leagues – Dr. Peter Kujtan, a Mississauga, ined Yulia Tymoshenko in her Kharkiv prison Ontario-based family physician and provin- cell in February believe the former two-term cial coroner, and Toronto gynecologist and Ukrainian prime minister – currently on a endocrinologist Dr. Christine Derzko, all of hunger strike – requires urgent medical care. whom understand Ukrainian – traveled to “If this lady was in Canada and a free Ukraine to assess Ms. Tymoshenko’s health person who could go wherever she wanted at the Canadian government’s request. to go for treatment, the likelihood is very They, along with two German physicians high that she would be feeling better with (a neurosurgeon and a neurologist) from the treatment that could be provided to her Berlin’s Charité university hospital who were in Ottawa or Toronto, as an example,” part of the independent medical assessment Toronto cardiologist Dr. George Rewa told team, determined that the former prime The Ukrainian Weekly in an interview. minister’s health was “nezadovilne,” or The 51-year-old leader of the opposition “unsatisfactory,” according to Dr. Rewa. Batkivshchyna Party recently began a hun- A subsequent visit to Ms. Tymoshenko ger strike. She did so, according to a state- in March by the German doctors deter- Yaro Bihun ment read to reporters on April 24 by her mined that she required treatment, which Patriarch Filaret, Patriarch Sviatoslav and Metropolitan Mefodiy, lead prayer during the Ukrainian Jewish Encounter meeting at the Embassy of Ukraine. Standing behind lawyer, Serhiy Vlasenko, after three prison in Germany would be provided at a special- them to the left are Ambassador Olexander Motsyk and Rabbi Yaakov Dov Bleich. guards dragged her out of bed and ized institution. punched her in the stomach before moving Although the Canadian doctors agreed her to a state-run hospital against her will. to Ms. Tymoshenko’s request not to public- by Yaro Bihun world in general – in the hope of building a “Physical violence against Ms. ly discuss details of any diagnosis, Dr. Karl Special to The Ukrainian Weekly future world free of the tragedies of the past century. Tymoshenko is unacceptable,” said Canadian Max Einhaeupl, one of the German physi- WASHINGTON – A delegation of leaders The visit, organized by Ukrainian Jewish opposition foreign affairs critic Paul Dewar cians, told the news media the onetime of Ukraine’s prominent religious groupings Encounter (UJE), was part of a weeklong of the New Democratic Party in an April 25 presidential candidate was suffering from a came here on April 26 promoting greater trip to Canada and the United States in statement. “The mistreatment must end, the herniated spinal disc. inter-religious cooperation in Ukraine, its perpetrators must be held accountable, Canadian and American diaspora and the (Continued on page 5) and the authorities must provide full medi- (Continued on page 4)

Plast jamboree in Ukraine to mark centennial of Ukrainian scouting

by Zenon Zawada the arts, history, intellectual pursuits and until recently headed the jamboree’s orga- Special to The Ukrainian Weekly outdoor activities. nizing committee. Young adult and senior members of Most of the financing of YuMPZ will KYIV – This year’s Jubilee International Plast will also participate in the jamboree, come from participants’ fees, which will Plast Jamboree in Lviv and environs will be and special events are planned for these include approximately $115,000 contribut- the culmination of worldwide celebrations older scouts. ed by the 1,300 scouts from Ukraine who of the 100th anniversary of Plast Ukrainian An international conference dedicated are expected to attend, and $160,500 con- Scouting Organization’s founding. to the Plast centennial featuring Dr. Orest tributed by about 350 scouts from beyond What is known in Ukrainian as Yuvileina Subtelny of Canada, among other speakers its borders. The remainder of funds will Mizhkrayova Plastova Zustrich (YuMPZ) is from the diaspora and Ukraine, will be held come from other sources. a festive gathering of Plast scouts, as well there on August 23. And, on August 24, all “Unfortunately there’s an economic as invited scouts of other organizations, the scouts will participate in celebrations recession currently in Ukraine,” Mr. which occurs every five years. This year, the of the 21st anniversary of the re-establish- Nakonechnyy said. “Even those people first phase will occur between August 9 ment of Ukraine’s independence. who’ve offered financing in the past have and 18 and will consist of separate camps The centennial jamboree is the second spread open their hands, apologized and for “novatstvo” (cub scouts age 6 -11) and international Plast jamboree to be held in said they don’t have the ability to offer “yunatstvo” (scouts age 11-18) at various Ukraine. The first was in August of 2002, funding.” venues throughout Ukraine where YuMPZ celebrating the scouting organization’s Aside from participant contributions, The emblem of the Plast centennial. 90th anniversary, and it attracted more one of the funding sources for YuMPZ is the participants will attend camps offering respond in kind with the most financing. than 1,500 Plast members from around the Ministry of Education, Science, Youth and diverse activities such as hiking, bicycling, The commission allocated another $15,000 globe. Sports, which earmarked $15,000 out of a water sports, ecology, ethnography and avi- for the standard Plast summer camps. ation. potential $37,500. No more state funds are Budget needs not met Although Plast received more state available, Plast officials said. The second phase, between August 18 funds than last year (a total of $18,750 for A competitive commission that func- and 25, will be a gathering of all jamboree The program for YuMPZ 2012 has been two projects, according to Plast’s executive tions under the aegis of the ministry participants on the campus of the Lviv abridged from the one originally planned, director in Ukraine, Dmytro Kolesnyk), the announced in March that the YuMPZ pro- Theological Seminary at the Ukrainian since organizers have mustered only about sum is disappointing considering that Catholic University in the Sykhiv district of two-thirds of its anticipated budget of gram earned the most supporting votes Lviv. The program there will encompass $576,000, said Yurii Nakonechnyy, who among members; nonetheless, it did not (Continued on page 9) 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19 FOR THE RECORD: Tymoshenko’s announcement of a hunger strike Bomb blasts rock Dnipropetrovsk meet with President [Viktor] Yanukovych. The statement below was released by that we do not have the right to leave it to This is not a visit to see Mr. Yanukovych, this Yulia Tymoshenko’s lawyer, Serhiy our children in this inhuman condition. is a visit to see Ukrainians,” Mr. Yatsenyuk Vlasenko, on April 24. It was posted on her I stopped taking food on April 20 with children – were injured by four explosions said, responding to journalists’ questions on official website, www.tymoshenko.ua. one aim: to draw the attention of the dem- withinKYIV an– Аt hour least in30 thepeople eastern – 10 of city them of whether the boycott of European leaders ocratic world to things happening in the Dnipropetrovsk on April 27. The next day, will help the opposition. The Front for President Viktor Yanukovych urged investi- On Friday, April 20, 2012, after the end center of Europe, in the country named Change leader said the Euro 2012 is gators from both domestic and foreign law of the working day, conclusions of the Ukraine. The question is not the destiny of extremely important to Ukraine. “We want enforcement agencies to coordinate investi- German doctors, Prof. Karl Maks Einhäupl modern political prisoners – we are ready to interest the Europeans. We strive to show gations of the bombings. The authorities and Norbert Haas, were conveyed to me. to go our way, whatever it may be, deci- our European friends that Ukraine is have called the explosions terror attacks, In the conclusions, it was said that I would sively and with dignity. The problem is dif- Europe. We have European values and stan- but so far there is no known motive and no be unable to restore my health in the hos- ferent, the problem is to understand dards,” the politician underscored. one has stepped forward to claim responsi- pital proposed by Ukraine’s government. immediately that the president of Ukraine (Ukrinform) bility. On April 28, Canadian Foreign The reason is not in doctors – I trust is steadily and pedantically building a con- Minister John Baird released a statement Chornobyl disaster’s 26th anniversary Ukrainian doctors and respect them deep- centration camp of violence and lack of saying, “This is a sad situation and our KYIV – Ukraine commemorated the 26th ly because I know about the difficult con- rights in the great European Ukraine, sup- thoughts are with the victims and their fam- anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disas- ditions they work in – and not in the plemented by an unprecedented enrich- ilies. Canada condemns these cowardly acts ter, which was initially hushed up by Soviet equipment of the hospital, as it is in line ment of the ruling family and its entou- without reservation and supports efforts to authorities even as it sent radiation spew- with standards. The reason is the general rage by misappropriating state resources. bring those responsible to justice swiftly. ing over wide swaths of Europe. An accident situation of every-minute violence and We must realize without delay the tragic The investigation must, however, be fair and at one of the reactors at the Chornobyl cruel treatment organized for me by the state of affairs and stop this immediately, free of political interference.” The minister nuclear power plant on April 26, 1986, current president of Ukraine. using all Ukrainian and international also said, “we also strongly encourage the sparked what became known as the world’s After having received conclusions of means and influence. If we lose time, we Ukrainian government not to use this unfor- worst civilian nuclear disaster. Some 500 the German doctors, I informed the colo- will get a new Libya or Syria in the center tunate situation as a pretext to curtail basic veterans of the Chornobyl clean-up picketed ny’s head in writing, and the supervising of Europe, and then it will be late to extin- freedoms like freedom of expression.” the Verkhovna Rada building in Kyiv to prosecutor and deputy minister of health guish the fire. Polish President Bronislaw Komorowski mark the anniversary, demanding overdue verbally that, taking into account the con- I beg the democratic world and all told reporters on April 28 that these attacks social allowances and pensions to be paid tents of the conclusions, I am unable to go healthy forces within Ukraine to start act- can be seen “in the long term as an attempt “in full.” The Ukrainian government decided to the hospital until I meet with my ing immediately and through joint efforts to disrupt the celebration of Euro 2012 in in September to cut the pensions of defense counsel. We agreed that the trans- to eliminate this all-European threat. I say Ukraine.” He added, “This is a cause for con- Chornobyl clean-up veterans, which trig- fer to hospital would take place on eliminate because conservative treatment cern and, of course, we express our pro- gered protests in the capital and other cities Monday after I talked to Serhiy Vlasenko. is already impossible in this case. found condolences to the victims, as well as across Ukraine. After the accident in 1986, But around 21:00, my neighbor was I propose the following plan consisting the Ukrainian state.” The EU High many of the plant’s workers were relocated made to go out of the prison cell, and later of two points: first, to commence public Representative for Foreign Affairs and to the town of Slavutych, some 50 kilome- three sturdy men came into the cell. They international investigations into all cor- Security Policy Catherine Ashton said that ters from Chornobyl. Residents of Slavutych approached my bed, threw a bedsheet ruption dealings of the Yanukovych family “the European Union will maintain close gathered on the town’s main square late on over me and began to drag me off the bed, and its entourage involving international contact with the Ukrainian authorities, with April 25 to remember the victims. People the three together applying brutal force. In transactions and registration of illegally a view to obtaining updated information on holding candles and lanterns were led by a pain and despair, I started to defend myself obtained assets on the territory of foreign the cause of the explosions, the status of the priest in prayer before placing candles and as I could and got a strong blow in my states. victims, and any means by which assistance flowers near the guard of honor memorial stomach through the bedsheet. They I publicly ask all honest journalists, can be provided to Ukraine.” (Ukrinform) in the square. Vladimir Sherbina, who wrung my arms and legs, lifted me and leaders of civil movements, officials, rep- worked at the plant at the time of the trage- dragged in the bedsheet into the street. I resentatives of law enforcement agencies Yatsenyuk: Boycott Yanukovych, not Euro dy, told Reuters: “The people who we thought these were the last minutes of my and other people who are not indifferent KYIV – European politicians do not have remember today – they paid for this mis- life. In unbearable pain and fear, I started to convey to me materials discovered by to cancel their visits to Euro 2012 matches take with their own lives. …I hope this will to cry and call out for help, but no help journalists and other investigations that in Ukraine, because the championship is a never be repeated. And God forbid the peo- came. clearly prove the international character priority of Ukraine and Ukrainians, not the ple in charge of Chornobyl today repeat the At some moment I fell unconscious of the crimes committed by Ukrainian government, Front for Change leader mistake that was made by the leaders of the because of awful pain and came back to authorities. I publicly appeal to official Arseniy Yatsenyuk said on May 1 at a meet- Chornobyl accident.” (RFE/RL, based on consciousness in a hospital ward. Being governments of the countries in whose ing with German journalists in Kyiv. “It reporting by Reuters and UNIAN) extremely stressed, I refused to talk to any- jurisdictions our rulers have committed would be better if the leaders of European one until I saw my defense counsels. The their corrupt crimes with a request to countries attended the matches and did not (Continued on page 8) next day I refused to take food. But there conduct unbiased independent investiga- was no meeting with my defense counsels. tions into these crimes and to prosecute I think about the helplessness and the guilty people. We must begin the hopelessness every person feels today “Great Clean-up” of the country now. FOUNDED 1933 when they confront the government’s vio- Second, we must do everything possi- The Ukrainian Weekly lence in all its manifestations. When they ble to remove the Yanukovych regime started to apply brutal force to me I imag- with all its metastases in the parliamenta- An English-language newspaper published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., ined the despair of the defenseless people ry elections, without any revolutions and a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Yearly subscription rate: $65; for UNA members — $55. being cruelly, brutally beaten and some- in a peaceful manner. 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“Tymoshenko and others are not treated in line with principles and values which underpin the European Union-Ukraine partnership: it’s a visible and painful stain on ADMINISTRATION OF THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY AND SVOBODA Ukraine.” Walter Honcharyk, administrator (973) 292-9800, ext. 3041 The European Union’s enlargement commissioner, Stefan Fuele, April 25 on Twitter. e-mail: [email protected] Walter Honcharyk, advertising manager (973) 292-9800, ext. 3040 “Difficult to avoid [the] conclusion that things in Ukraine are going from bad to fax: (973) 644-9510 worse. They risk cutting ties to Europe.” e-mail: [email protected] Mariyka Pendzola, subscriptions (973) 292-9800, ext. 3042 – Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt, April 26 on Twitter. e-mail: [email protected] No. 19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 3 NEWS ANALYSIS: Ukraine, like Russia, is becoming a virtual mafia state by Taras Kuzio First, security services – the FSB in Service accused him of assassinating Germany and NATO. Claiming a monopoly Russia, the SBU in Ukraine – are over- Alexander Litvinenko in London in 2006 on patriotism, they accuse the democratic Yurii Lutsenko, former internal affairs manned successors to the Soviet KGB and and demanded his extradition. Mr. Harding opposition of being unpatriotic agents of minister in two governments led by Yulia all-powerful. The FSB and the SBU have a writes about Mr. Lugovoi, “Some vital the West. The imprisonment of Ms. Tymosenko, was sentenced recently to four degree of unbridled independence that did moral part is empty and lacking, as if Tymosenko, Mr. Lutsenko, and others by years imprisonment and given a three not exist for the KGB, controlled by the someone had hacked off his conscience the Mr. Yanukovych administration make years ban from public office. The sentence Soviet Communist Party. The FSB, Mr. with a pair of giant scissors” (p. 39). those the first cases of political repression prevents Mr. Lutsenko from participating in Harding writes, offers protection to gang- Ukrainian leaders such as former in Ukraine since the 1970s. the 2015 presidential elections, in which sters and extorts bribes from the private President Leonid Kuchma lack moral com- Eighth, Russian and Ukrainian kleptoc- Viktor Yanukovych will seek a second term. big business sector and the FSB, and passes, as seen in Mr. Kuchma never show- racy merge organized crime, corruption Mr. Lutsenko, the scourge of the nexus of “employs the mafia for its own opaque ing any remorse for accusations of his and the state in a closely bound nexus. Mr. Yanukovych, the Party of Regions and missions” (p. 214). Russian leaders pro- alleged role in the 2000 murder of journal- Organized crime has close ties to senior organized crime, was jailed by the ‘virtual tected organized crime boss Semion ist Heorhii Gongadze. Mr. Kuchma contin- leaders of both countries. Mr. Harding mafia state’ he sought to dismantle as Mogilevich, who is on the FBI’s most want- ues to claim that the Gongadze murder was describes Russia as a nexus of: “crime dons, internal affairs minister. ed list and was heavily involved in Russia’s a U.S.-backed conspiracy to replace him trade attaches, ministers, money launder- Spanish National Court Prosecutor Jose and Ukraine’s energy sector. with Viktor Yushchenko. Mr. Harding ing, smuggling, kidnapping and a security ‘Pepe’ Grinda Gonzalez first coined the Second, the Soviet political culture of writes, “The result is a lack of empathy for service that employs the mafia for its own term “virtual mafia state” in U.S. diplomat- xenophobia, spy-mania and conspiracy anyone who disagrees with him. Under his opaque missions” (p. 234). The United ic cables sent from Madrid. Mr. Grinda con- theories run through the working culture tutelage Russia has become bullying, vio- Russia party, pro-Putin Russian Liberal siders Belarus, Chechnya and Russia to be of the FSB and the SBU who assume for- lent, cruel and – above all – inhuman” (p. Democratic Party, Ukraine’s Party of virtual mafia states and said that Ukraine eigners (diplomats, journalists, business- 292). Regions, and Russian nationalist parties in is destined for a similar status. For each of persons and human rights activists) are Fifth, show trials of political opponents Crimea have provided protection to crimi- those countries, he alleged, “one cannot Western spies. The FSB and the SBU instill fear, subdue and marginalize the nals and members of organized crime. differentiate between the activities of the believe democratic revolutions are, “car- opposition so that ruling elites can contin- Ninth, virtual policies are disconnected government and OC (organized crime) ried out by CIA spies carrying bagfulls of ue to be unaccountable. This is as true of from reality, and plans for economic mod- groups.” dollars” (p. 50). Vladimir Putin, Mr. Mr. Khodorkovsky’s imprisonment in ernization, fighting corruption and The referenced U.S. diplomatic cable was Yanukovych, the FSB and the SBU are, “sus- Russia as it is of Ms. Tymosenko’s and Mr. European integration fall short of promis- written in February 2010 – the same month picious, deeply paranoid, unfamiliar with Lutsenko’s in Ukraine. More than 100 es. In the USSR there was a gap between that Mr. Yanukovych was elected Ukraine’s the non-Russian world, and prone to irra- activists and journalists have suffered official propaganda, Constitutions and president. Two years on, the sentencing of tional or emotional acts” (p. 48). The for- political persecution during President everyday reality; that is also the case today opposition leaders Ms. Tymosenko and Mr. mer Soviet KGB influences the working cul- Yanukovych’s first two years in power. in Russia and Ukraine. Russia does not Lutsenko shows that Mr. Grinda’s predic- ture of the FSB and the SBU, meaning offi- Sixth, the model of the Soviet seek NATO and EU membership because it tions that Ukraine would become a virtual cers in both security services continue to Communist Party is used for Mr. Putin’s does not want to be dictated to by Brussels mafia state were on target. believe their raison d’être is to protect the Unified Russia party and Mr. Yanukovych’s and therefore defines its political system as In his 2011 book “Mafia State: How One state and ruling elites, and to destroy ene- Party of Regions, allies since 2005. As a “sovereign democracy.” Ukrainian leaders Reporter Became An Enemy of the Brutal mies perceived as a threat to them. political machines, they act like bulldozers claim they are building democracy and New Russia,” former Guardian Moscow cor- Third, ruling elites are unaccountable destroying everything in their path while seeking integration into Europe while respondent Luke Harding discusses 10 cri- and seek a monopolization of economic and acting as vacuum cleaners that “expropri- destroying democracy and isolating teria that make Russia a virtual mafia state political power. Russians and Ukrainians feel ate” the country’s wealth. Both political Ukraine internationally. and as shown below, these criteria apply to powerless in the face of an unaccountable parties promise modernization but Tenth, Russian and Ukrainian Soviet Ukraine (London: Guardian Books, 2011). and mighty state, and believe they have no instead bring Brezhnev-era stability and doublespeak continues to influence influence over the authorities. Russian and stagnation. Russian and Ukrainian contemporary poli- Taras Kuzio is a visiting fellow of the Ukrainian elites have never gone on trial for Seventh, eclectic neo-Soviet national- tics and international affairs. Messrs. Putin Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation at the high level corruption, except when political- ism permeates the Mr. Putin and Mr. and Yanukovych use Soviet-style rhetoric Center for Transatlantic Relations, School of ly motivated – as in the cases of Mikhail Yanukovych political systems. Mr. Harding to condemn Western criticism of attacks Advanced International Studies, John Khodorokovsky in 2003 and 2011 in Russia, says Mr. Putin “created a pastiche neo- on democratic freedoms. The Yanukovych Hopkins University, in Washington. He edits and Ms. Tymosenko and Mr. Lutsenko in Soviet Russia” (p. 8). Putin and Mr. administration blames the West for Ukraine Analyst. The article above is 2011-2012 in Ukraine. Yanukovych political systems promote Ukraine’s failed bid to integrate into reprinted with permission from the New Fourth, elites have no remorse for nostalgia for the Soviet Union, prioritiza- Europe while steadfastly ignoring growing Atlanticist Policy and Analysis Blog of the crimes they have committed and rule with tion of the Russian language and culture, international criticism that its policies are Atlantic Council (see http://www.acus.org/ impunity. Andrei Lugovoi was nonchalant hatred of Ukrainian nationalism and deep rolling back democracy and closing the trackback/64222). when the British Criminal Prosecution distrust of the West, particularly the U.S, door to Europe.

German president cancels Ukraine trip, State Department deeply concerned citing concerns about Yulia’s health about Tymoshenko’s treatment Deutsche Welle onship in Ukraine and Poland this June. WASHINGTON – In a statement Minister Yulia Tymoshenko and other Ms. Tymoshenko is serving a seven- released on May 1, U.S. Secretary of State imprisoned members of her former gov- BONN – German President Joachim year prison sentence for a conviction of Hillary Rodham Clinton expressed the ernment. The photographs of Mrs. Gauck has canceled a planned visit to abuse of power related to her time as deep concern of the United States about Tymoshenko released by the Ukrainian Ukraine next month amid concerns over prime minister in 2009. She is currently the treatment of former Ukrainian Prime Human Rights ombudsman further call the treatment of ailing jailed opposition facing a separate trial for attempted Minister Yulia Tymoshenko and other into question the conditions of her con- leader Yulia Tymoshenko, German media embezzlement and tax evasion, charges members of the government she led. finement. We urge the Ukrainian author- reported on April 26. that could add another 12 years to the The secretary of state also requested ities to ensure that Mrs. Tymoshenko The national daily newspaper term. She denies the charges and says that the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, receives immediate medical assistance Süddeutsche Zeitung reported Mr. Gauck they are part of a campaign to silence the John Tefft, be given access to Ms. in an appropriate facility and request had discussed the matter with opposition. Tymoshenko. that the U.S. ambassador be given access Chancellor Angela Merkel and decided The 51-year-old opposition leader has Following is the full text of the state- to her. We continue to call for her not to attend a summit of central also been suffering from debilitating ment released to the press: release, the release of other members of European presidents in Yalta, Crimea, back pain, which a team of German doc- “The United States is deeply con- her former government and the restora- next month. tors who examined her earlier this year cerned by the treatment of former Prime tion of their full civil and political rights.” Government sources confirmed the reportedly attributed to a slipped disc. report to various news agencies and said Germany has lobbied the Ukrainian the Ukrainian Embassy in Berlin was government to allow Ms. Tymoshenko to informed of Mr. Gauck’s decision. The be treated at a Berlin hospital, but the Wherever you are, German president has a mostly ceremo- government has refused, instead sending nial role, but the trip’s cancelation car- her to a hospital in the eastern city of ried heavy symbolic weight. Kharkiv where she is imprisoned. She The Ukrainian Weekly can be there with you Chancellor Merkel’s government has refused treatment, fearing the doctors expressed “deep concern” over the may poison her. Check out The Ukrainian Weekly online at health of Ms. Tymoshenko, however it Ms. Tymoshenko’s lawyer said on April does not want to consider a boycott of 24 that she has begun a hunger strike, www.ukrweekly.com the upcoming European football champi- accusing prison guards of beating her. 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

UCC welcomes Canadian Parliament’s unanimous motion on Sheptytsky OTTAWA – The Ukrainian Canadian Congress has wel- The full text of the resolution appeared in The Ukrainian In his statement in the House of Commons, MP Ted Opitz comed the unanimous adoption of a historic motion honor- Weekly’s issued dated April 29. (Etobicoke Center, Ontario) noted: “…during the darkest peri- ing Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky by the Parliament of The motion was adopted in the House of Commons in od of Europe’s history, as Nazi Germany sought to extermi- Canada on April 24. the presence of a delegation representing the Council of nate Jews in their Eastern European homelands, we learned “This very important tribute by the Parliament of Ukrainian Churches and Religious Organizations that came of those who chose to speak out against the slaughter and do Canada to the deeds of Metropolitan Sheptytsky in saving to Canada to participate in the Ukrainian Jewish Encounter what is righteous. Among them was Metropolitan Andrey the lives of many Jews in the Nazi Holocaust during World program titled “Honoring Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Sheptytsky, the head of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, who War II is a testament to the world of his righteousness,” and His Legacy” spearheaded by James Temerty, chairman risked his life and that of his fellow clergy to shelter and res- stated UCC National President Paul Grod. of UJE and the UCC’s Advisory Council. cue Jews from certain death. Thanks to his sacrifice, “The acts of Metropolitan Sheptytsky shine as a beacon “I am very proud that Christians, Jews and Muslims have Metropolitan Sheptytsky saved over 160 Jewish lives.” for all of us to do the right thing in the face of difficult cir- come together to honor Metropolitan Sheptytsky,” stated The MP noted the presence of leaders of the Ukrainian cumstances. We applaud this recognition and are grateful Mr. Temerty. “We are encouraged by the Vatican’s consider- Council of Churches and Religious Organizations, repre- for the statement made by Ted Opitz, a Polish Canadian ation of his beatification and urge Israel’s Yad Vashem to senting the Christian, Jewish and Muslim faiths. The dele- Member of Parliament, and to Minister Jason Kenney for recognize him as one of the Righteous Among Nations. In gation was hosted by the Ukrainian Jewish Encounter, a proposing the motion as well as to all Members of the words of one Holocaust survivor, the metropolitan was Canadian group that, according to the MP, “has done amaz- Parliament for their principled and non-partisan unani- a ‘spiritual giant.’ We are privileged to honor and draw ing work to build bridges of mutual understanding mous approval,” Mr. Grod commented. moral inspiration from his legacy.” between these two communities.”

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Dr. Rewa said her back pain was so “excruciating” that Ms. Tymoshenko remained bedridden throughout her examination by the Canadians in February. Yet, despite their conclusion that she was “not well,” a panel of Ukrainian doctors countered by stating that her health was “fine,” said Dr. Kujtan, who explained that deter- mination was based on what Ms. Tymoshenko said was a prison physician visiting her daily in her prison cell and asking her how she was without actually examining her. “Ukrainian prosecutors were about to lay new charges against her and, in their system, if a prisoner’s health is acceptable, the prisoner is charged – and that’s exactly what happened to her,” Dr. Kujtan added. Already serving a seven-year sentence following her conviction last October for abuse of office over a 2009 nat- ural gas supply contract with Russia, the former prime minister and Orange Revolution leader now faces new charges of tax evasion and attempted embezzlement while The group of Canadian doctors who examined Yulia Tymoshenko at the Kachanivska labor colony in Kharkiv heading an energy company in the 1990s. She was not (from left): Dr. Christine Derzko, Dr. Peter Kujtan, Ms. Tymoshenko’s daughter, Eugenia, and Dr. George Rewa. present in court when the new trial began on April 19. Dr. Rewa believes he and the other two Canadian doc- tion levels from a detection device Dr. Rewa brought with lined any adherence to a Ukrainian government protocol at tors were selected by Foreign Affairs and International him from Canada. However, allegations that she had been variance with traditional Canadian medical practice, Trade Canada (DFAIT) to assess Ms. Tymoshenko partly poisoned while incarcerated at the 19th-century explained Dr. Rewa. One of the stipulations was that a due to their medical expertise. In January, she reportedly Kachanivska labor colony have yet to be proven. Ukrainian Health Ministry physician and a prison doctor fainted in her cell, which could have indicated a cardiac Dr. Kujtan, who holds a Ph.D. in toxicology, was prepared had to be present during any medical examinations – an issue. (Former Ukrainian Health Minister Mykola Polischuk to take blood samples from Ms. Tymoshenko back to arrangement Ms. Tymoshenko had already declined. Even suggested in January that Ms. Tymoshenko might have Canada for testing. However, the head of the Ukrainian gov- when they met with her, they didn’t have much privacy, been injected with the powerful anesthetic, Gamma- ernment’s medical commission insisted that each sample said Dr. Rewa. Hydroxybutyric acid, or GHB, which is commonly known be matched by one that would remain in Ukraine and “The Ukrainians put towels over the video cameras, but on the street as a date-rape drug. Ukraine’s Health Ministry another, held at some unknown location, to be relied upon that doesn’t mean the audio was turned off,” he said, adding denied the claim.) should there be a discrepancy in results between the that he and his Canadian colleagues were given only a print- Dr. Rewa pointed out that there were also rumors that Canadian and Ukrainian samples. Ms. Tymoshenko ed summary of Ms. Tymoshenko’s medical history – on their an abdominal malignancy or internal bleeding may have declined this arrangement and wanted the blood work last day in Ukraine – and were not given access to her medi- been causing Ms. Tymoshenko’s lower-back pain – a prob- tested only in Canada. As a result, no blood samples were cal files. The Canadian doctors also obtained background lem Dr. Derzko is best equipped to assess. taken from her. from her lawyer, Mr. Vlasenko, and daughter, Eugenia. As it turned out, the former PM had neither gynecologi- Dr. Kujtan said it was “suspicious” the Ukrainians made However, despite the constant pain she was in, Ms. cal nor cardiac problems, and did not register any radia- the request for three separate samples and fears that any Tymoshenko’s mood was “excellent,” said Dr. Rewa, who future toxicological tests would likely be inconclusive also noted “she’s clearly a lady used to running the show.” since any substances would have left her body after so “When people – even from the penal service – came into much time has passed. As well, he remains concerned that her cell, she chaired the meeting from her bed,” he added. German doctors announce she was injected with steroids that are banned in Canada. But most of the time the Canadians were caught up in He and the other two Canadian doctors are prepared to bureaucratic wrangling. return to Ukraine to reassess Ms. Tymoshenko, should the On one day during their weeklong visit they were kept in Tymoshenko’s diagnosis Canadian government call on them again. the prison for 18 hours of non-stop discussions and meet- ings (including time with Ms. Tymoshenko), with no meal Ukrinform An inhospitable reception breaks – just tea and cookies supplied. “It was designed to KYIV – Physicians of Berlin’s Charite clinic who had However, their first trip – that the Ukrainian govern- wear us down,” said Dr. Kujtan, who added that when they examined former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko at ment agreed to and which was based on its own request were finally let out at 3 a.m. in the bitter cold the following Kharkiv’s Kachanivska penal colony, held a press con- for foreign medical expertise – was far from hospitable. morning, prison officials arranged for transportation back ference in Berlin and reported their diagnosis to be a It took several days before the Canadians actually saw to their hotel – in a “battered Soviet-era” van. chronic herniated disc, according to April 28 press Ms. Tymoshenko. Shortly after their arrival in Kyiv, they The Canadians were offered only one meal in prison, reports. and their German counterparts were brought to the State consisting of soup, rice and “prison-made” bread, accord- “We feel responsible for the health of Yulia Penitentiary Service headquarters, where they were intro- ing to Dr. Kujtan. Tymoshenko, whom we have taken on as our patient after duced to the Ukrainian members of the government’s med- “The way the Canadian mission was treated by the the examination. The escalation of events around her, and ical commission and informed that they had no medical Ukrainian government is in itself a demonstration of how her starvation for several days suggest an impact on the standing in Ukraine. Ukraine’s democracy has gone completely astray,” he com- health of Ms. Tymoshenko and necessitate a new survey to “They almost reproduced our qualifications on a three- mented. be conducted by us in the near future,” the clinic’s director, to-one basis,” explained Dr. Kujtan, who said he was Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine Troy Lulashnyk, who Karl Max Einhaupl, told journalists. matched with two toxicologists and two family physicians, claims Ukrainian descent and accompanied the Canadian The doctors also ruled out any exaggeration of symp- all of which resulted in 11 Ukrainian and five foreign (three doctors during their mission, declined to comment beyond toms by Ms. Tymoshenko and said that her successful Canadian and two German) doctors on the commission. a February 18 statement in which he pointed out that the treatment is impossible in Ukraine, where clinics do not “The independent assessment was transformed into a Canadian medical team’s observations “were in no way have the necessary equipment and techniques. Ukraine-led and Ukrainian-scrutinized body,” he noted. influenced by any external factors” and that “reports to the The Canadians refused to sign any document that out- contrary [were] false.” No. 19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 5 European heads vow to skip Euro 2012 over Tymoshenko

RFE/RL the EU education, culture and sports commissioner, said Ukraine’s Black Sea peninsula of Crimea. Ms. Vassiliou might travel to matches in Poland but would Ukraine’s Foreign Affairs Ministry responded to the con- BRUSSELS – An aide to Angela Merkel says the German steer clear of Ukraine as long as the human rights situation troversy over Ms. Tymoshenko and Euro 2012 on April 30, chancellor is prepared to boycott Germany’s matches in there remains unchanged. warning European critics against adopting “Cold War” Ukraine during the Euro 2012 soccer championship this “If the current situation stands, this situation regarding strategies and “making sports a hostage of politics.” summer if no improvement is seen in the case of jailed for- human rights in Ukraine, and in particular the situation ​​Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesman Oleg Voloshyn said mer Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko. regarding the treatment of Mrs. Tymoshenko and other a possible boycott of the tournament by EU leaders would Georg Streiter said that any travel plans by Ms. Merkel opposition figures, then the commissioner [Androulla amount to “artificial manipulation.” are “conditional on the fate of Ms. Tymoshenko and condi- Vassiliou] feels that it would be entirely wrong to go to Security setbacks have also dogged Ukraine’s prepara- tional on the rule of law in Ukraine.” Ukraine,” Mr. Abbott said. tions for the Euro 2012, which is the first major interna- EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton and European The mounting calls for a boycott come amid claims by tional event hosted by the country since its independence Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso have also indi- Ms. Tymoshenko that she has been beaten by prison from the Soviet Union. cated they are prepared to skip all Euro 2012 matches in guards in the Kharkiv prison where she is serving a seven- A series of bomb explosions on April 27 in the eastern Ukraine because of mounting concern over Ms. year sentence for abuse of office in a case that she and industrial city of Dnipropetrovsk have raised fears of poor Tymoshenko, the former heroine of the 2004 Orange many rights activists say is politically motivated. police control ahead of the championship. Revolution and runner-up to Viktor Yanukovych in the Ms. Tymoshenko, 51, has also declared a hunger strike Martin Kallen, the tournament’s director for the 2010 presidential race. and has repeatedly refused medical treatment for severe European football organizing body UEFA, on April 30 told Spokeswoman Pia Ahrenkilde Hansen told reporters in back pain related to a herniated disk. Germany’s Sueddeutsche Zeitung daily that it was too late Brussels on April 30 that Mr. Barroso has no plans to travel A new trial against her on charges of tax fraud allegedly to move Ukraine’s Euro 2012 matches to another country. to Ukraine unless officials in Kyiv take steps to address the committed during the 1990s began on April 19. If the situation becomes too dangerous, he said, UEFA “very, very serious situation” involving Ms. Tymoshenko. The European Union and the United States say they also could consider postponing the tournament to another year. “It is clear that as things stand now, [Mr. Barroso] has no believe the pro-Western Ms. Tymoshenko’s jailing last Copyright 2012, RFE/RL Inc. Reprinted with the permis- intention of going to Ukraine or participating in events in autumn was politically motivated, and have called for her sion of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, 1201 Connecticut Ukraine at this point in time,” Ms. Ahrenkilde said. release. Ave. NW, Washington DC 20036 (see http://www.rferl.org/ Viviane Reding and Stefan Fuele, the EU’s justice and content/ukraine_warns_germany_on_tymoshenko_boy- Summit cancellations enlargement commissioners, have likewise called off travel cott/24564712.html). plans to Ukraine, which is co-hosting the Euro 2012 cham- The presidents of Germany, Austria, Italy, the Czech With reporting by Rikard Jozwiak from Brussels and addi- pionship with Poland. Republic and Slovenia have all canceled their participation tional reporting by AFP, DPA, CTK, Lidove Noviny and Dennis Abbott, the spokesman for Androulla Vassiliou, in a regional summit that is due to be held mid-May on Interfax.

Religious leaders... (Continued from page 1) honor of Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky and his legacy of saving Jews during the Nazi Holocaust. The delegation included Patriarch Filaret, primate of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Kyiv Patriarchate; Patriarch and Major Archbishop Sviatoslav (Shevchuk) of the Ukrainian Greek- Catholic Church; Chief Rabbi of Kyiv and Ukraine Yaakov Dov Bleich; Metropolitan Mefodiy, primate of the Ukrainian Autocephalus Orthodox Church; and leaders of a dozen other Christian, Jewish and Muslim groupings and organi- zations in Ukraine. UJE is a Canadian initiative founded in 2008 on the con- viction that Ukrainian Christians and Jews “have much to gain by better appreciating their joint and each other’s his- torical experience in all its complexity.”

The one-day visit to Washington, led by UJE Co-Director Yaro Bihun Adrian Karatnycky, began with a tour of the U.S. Holocaust Mykhailo Panochko Patriarch Sviatoslav Memorial Museum and participation in a panel discussion about the Holocaust, a meeting at the office of Deputy helping deal with the consequences of that disaster. The form it takes in the future because mankind is the source Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights people inhabiting this world are increasingly interdepen- of evil on earth. And he expressed the wish that all people and Labor Thomas Melia, and a visit to the Taras dent in building their future life on this earth,” he said. – in Canada, the United States, Ukraine and the world over Shevchenko monument. It concluded with a reception and “We may have different political views and belong to dif- – choose to live in peace and understanding. discussion at the Embassy of Ukraine. ferent faiths, but all of us are equal before God,” he added Ukrainian Catholic Patriarch Sviatoslav expressed the Opening the evening discussion, Ukrainian Ambassador and expressed his confidence that the Ukrainian and hope that the goodness members of the delegation experi- Olexander Motsyk underscored the importance of under- American people “will successfully continue their coopera- enced in Canada and the United States could also be experi- standing the ongoing dialogue between Church and state tion in the interest of both countries.” enced in Ukraine. That fairness demands that the figure in Ukraine as that country continues advancing into the Patriarch Filaret focused his remarks on two of the past Metropolitan Sheptytsky be officially rehabilitated in Ukraine European and world community. century’s great tragedies – “great evil the Nazis inflicted on – freed from the Soviet propaganda clichés – and that the Noting that this visit coincides with the 26th anniversa- the Jewish people” and Chornobyl. Ukrainian Parliament would at least follow the example ry of the Chornobyl tragedy, the ambassador expressed He warned that such tragedies could be repeated if peo- that has been demonstrated by the Canadian Parliament in Ukraine’s gratitude to the United States for its assistance in ple are indifferent to the resurgence of evil in whatever recognizing his positive work during World War II. Mykhailo Panochko, president of the All-Ukrainian Union of Churches of Christians of Evangelical Faith- Pentecostals, also focused on the terrible events of the past century – both world wars and Chornobyl – which destroyed tens of millions of human lives, thousands of communities and left behind a countless number of orphans. “And if we do not learn our lesson from what has happened, it can happen again,” he said. He also pointed out that there were hundreds upon hundreds of examples of Christians helping save Jews in Ukraine during the Holocaust, adding that he embarked on this trip to help remove the shadow that today still hangs over Ukrainians – that they worked exclusively only on the criminal side of that war. What the 21st century has in store for mankind is not known, Mr. Panochko said, but added: “I am deeply con- vinced that, if we love truth and live accordingly, we will be a free and fortunate people.” The Ukrainian Jewish Encounter delegation came to Washington after five days in Toronto and Ottawa. The reli- gious leaders concluded their North American trip with a Rabbi Yaakov Dov Bleich Patriarch Filaret two-day visit to New York City. 6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19 No. 19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 7

Stefania Dovhan’s triumphant homecoming in Baltimore by Yaro Bihun area in 2001 in three recitals honoring that legendary Special to The Ukrainian Weekly American soprano. She is also a recipient of a number of other awards, BALTIMORE – It was a triumphant homecoming for among them: the Richard F. Gold Career Grant, first prize in Ukrainian American soprano Stefania Dovhan. the Emmerich Smola Competition – one of the highest Ten years ago she left this historic Maryland seaport city prizes for young singers in Europe, finalist in the Placido after completing her voice studies at the Baltimore School Domingo Operalia Competition in Paris, the Hans Gabor of the Arts and graduating from the University of Maryland Belvedere International Singing Competition in Vienna and in search of a career in opera. On Friday evening, April 20, the Alexander Girardi International Singing Competition in she returned – to a standing ovation and critical acclaim – Coburg, Germany. as Marguerite, a leading role in the Baltimore Lyric Opera’s In 2004-2005, she was a member of the International presentation of Charles Gounod’s “Faust” at the Patricia Opera Studio in Nuremberg, and then accepted a perma- and Arthur Modell Performing Arts Center here. nent position with the small opera company in Hagen, Ms. Dovhan “impressed greatly as Marguerite, deliver- Germany, where she developed her operatic repertoire ing a good deal of radiant vocalism and interpretive inten- over the next six years, before advancing to a larger sity,” was how Baltimore Sun music critic Tim Smith German opera company in Karlsruhe. described her performance. “It was good to hear this gifted More recently, her North American operatic debut at the and internationally busy soprano in this house at long last,” 2009 Spoleto Festival U.S.A. led to her New York City Opera he added, urging those still undecided about attending the debut as Donna Anna in “Don Giovanni” and last year as next, and last, performance on Sunday, to “stop the waver- Adina in Donizetti’s “Elisir d’Amore.” ing and go.” This year she debuted at the Staatstheater Karlsuhe in “This is one to catch,” he stressed, citing also Bryan Delius’ “A Village Romeo and Juliet,” and her schedule for Hymel’s “pure beauty of tone, security of technique and later this year includes debuts at the Royal Opera Covent expressive ardor” as Faust. Garden as Musetta in “La Boheme” and at the Portland The Lyric Opera’s “Faust,” as Smith described it, was a Opera as Donna Anna in “Don Giovanni.” “contemporary production,” in which the story is present- Ms. Dovhan was born in 1979 in Kyiv, where she began ed in today’s setting and not the bygone age Johann taking piano lessons and sang in the youth choir at the Kyiv Wolfgang von Goethe was depicting in his novel on which State Conservatory. Still a young girl, she moved along with the opera is based and normally performed. her mother and American stepfather to the United States, Dan Demetriad Ms. Dovhan, a Rosa Ponselle Competition Gold to Baltimore, where she continued her musical studies and Stefania Dovhan Medalist, last performed in the Baltimore-Washington then launched her singing career.

Memoir by Erast Huculak A novel about the Holodomor “My Wooden Suitcase: A Memoir,” by Erast after independence, when he even became “Stones Under the Scythe,” by Vera Huculak. Edmonton: Kule Center for Ukrainian a special advisor to the Ukrainian govern- Mark (translated by Vera Kaczmarskyj), and Canadian Folklore at the University of ment and the prime minister. It is these Bloomington, Ind: iUniverse, 2011. 160 pp. Alberta, 2011. Softcover, 238 pp. $10. experiences of the late 1980s and early $13.95 paperback; $23.95 hardcover; $9.99 1990s that make up several chapters of this e-book. Many distinguished people write mem- fascinating story. oirs, but few can claim the honor of having He purchased and donated the building by Larissa Lozynskyj-Kyj three former heads of state each write an for the first Ukrainian Embassy in Ottawa, At their national convention several introduction. Such is the case with Erast was awarded Ukraine’s distinguished ser- years ago, the Women’s Association for the Huculak, who has published a memoir of vice award “For Merit,” first and second Defense of Four Freedoms for Ukraine his life and accomplishments both in class, in 1996 and 2001, respectively, by (WADFFU) voted to undertake a project in Europe and North America titled “My memory of the millions who perished in Wooden Suitcase: A Memoir.” appointed honorary consul of Ukraine in the Holodomor – the Soviet-induced Mr. Huculak is well-known to the PresidentCanada in 2004. Leonid Mr. Huculak Kuchma was аnd honored was Famine-Genocide of Ukraine in 1932- Ukrainian Canadian community, particular- with the Order of Canada in 2007 for “the 1933. Several of the members had lost ly in Ontario, for his decades of community spirit of sharing his good fortune as he their families during this genocide and activism and entrepreneurship. Natives of develops the best qualities in others they themselves had barely survived. Rivne, Ukraine, the Huculak family, like through encouragement and example.” In This past winter the project came to fru- June 2010 Mr. Huculak purchased a build- many others in western Ukraine, experi- ition with the publication of Olha Mak’s ing for $5 million and donated it to the enced and survived the horrors of the sec- historical novel “Stones Under the Scythe” Toronto branch of Plast Ukrainian Scouting ond world war, the Nazi and Soviet inva- in the English language. The book was Organization, which had outgrown its for- sions and occupations, and life in the post- originally published in Ukrainian in war displaced persons camps. mer building. Readers interested in purchasing the Canada in 1973 and later in Ukraine in Mr. Huculak’s family settled in Canada 1994 and 2004 as “Kaminnia Pid Kosoyu.” after the war, and he graduated from the book may contact the Kule Center by phone The book has been professionally trans- University of British Columbia in Vancouver at 780-492-6906 or e-mail at ukrfolk@ual- Ukrainian diaspora and Ukraine – will help lated by Vera Kaczmarskyj, with a fore- with a pharmacy degree. He began his busi- berta.ca. “My Wooden Suitcase: A Memoir” word by Dr. Ihor Mirchuk. The book is to shatter the conspiracy of silence and ness and practice in 1957 with a single can be purchased for $10 (U.S. or Canadian), enhanced with illustrations by the Kyiv denial about one of the greatest tragedies pharmacy east of Toronto, which grew to with $4 shipping in Canada and $9 to the U.S. of the 20th century. become Medical Pharmacies Group Inc.‚ the artist Olena Raspopova and maps by Stefan Slutsky. Leo Iwaskiw did the initial The project was financed by the Ulana largest provider of pharmacy services to and Larysa Celewycz Foundation of the long-term care facilities in Canada. editorial work. WADFFU acknowledged Myroslawa Hec, the author’s daughter, for WADFFU. The foundation was set up by Mr. Huculak has expressed his devotion Andriy Steciuk in memory of his wife and to Ukraine and Canada through many gen- granting publication rights and for her continuous support throughout the proj- daughter. Ulana Celewych was the founder erous acts. In 1989 he funded the chair of and first president of the WADFFU. Ukrainian Canadian Studies at the ect. The book can be purchased for $12 in University of Alberta, and has supported The story of 15-year-old Andriy recre- educational institutions at the National ates the fate of millions of Ukrainian chil- New York by calling the local WADFFU University of Ostroh Academy. dren who either perished or barely Branch at 212-505-0767, in Philadelphia He first traveled to Ukraine in the late escaped death in the years of Ukraine’s by calling the local branch at 215-927- 1980s, offering to help dissidents and activ- greatest national tragedy. The characters 0749, and in Chicago by e-mailing the ists working towards independence, and in in the novel are composites of individuals, WADFFU headquarters at wadffu@ameri- 1990-1994 he headed the Canadian and the narrative is based on real events tech.net. The book is also available on Friends of Rukh, providing financial and that Mrs. Mak witnessed as a university Amazon.com. ($13.95 paperback; $23.95 technical assistance to the Rukh democrat- student living in Kharkiv during that horri- hardcover, and $9.99 on e-book). ic movement in Ukraine. Mr. Huculak was ble time. also a founder and the first director of the It is hoped that this book will be read by Larissa Lozynskyj-Kyj was director of this Children of Chornobyl Canadian Fund. many people and – together with all the book project for the Women’s Association His work for Ukraine continued even other projects undertaken by the for Defense of Four Freedoms for Ukraine. 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

Ukraine lands on U.S. piracy list jailed. This most recent politically motivat- on this matter.” The EPP leader noted: NEWSBRIEFS ed act on the part of the Yanukovych “Needless to say, there can be no European KYIV – The Office of the U.S. Trade regime is yet another example of the ongo- future for a country that violates on a daily (Continued from page 2) Representative (USTR) on April 28 pub- ing political repressions in Ukraine. The basis human rights and democratic princi- lished a new list of 13 countries that do not UCCA strongly condemns the recent sen- ples. Moreover, in view of the escalation of Chornobyl zone popular with tourists provide adequate and effective legal pro- tencing and imprisonment of Valeriy political repression in Ukraine, the EU insti- tection of intellectual property, including KYIV – The Chornobyl Nuclear Power Ivashchenko, and calls for his immediate tutions have to formulate and implement a Ukraine. This list is once again topped by Plant Exclusion Zone is experiencing release, especially given his poor state of set of concrete and decisive measures Russia and China, where it is the most diffi- increasing popularity among tourists, as health after an 18-month pre-trial impris- against the Ukrainian regime.” Mr. Martens cult to prevent the theft of intellectual demonstrated by the number of people onment, and urges the government of made a personal plea to Yulia Tymoshenko: property. Among the countries falling into who have visited the Chornobyl zone in the Ukraine to respect the rule of law and pro- “Yulia, please end your hunger strike. We the category are Argentina, Canada and past three years. According to the deputy vide for a fair judicial process. The UCCA stand firmly by your side and we will not let India, as well as Algeria, Venezuela, Israel, head of the State Agency on the Exclusion welcomes the United States’ public con- your sacrifices for democracy be wasted.” Indonesia, Pakistan, Thailand, Ukraine and Zone Management, Dmytro Bobro, in 2010 The EPP is the largest and most influential Chile. Appearance on the USTR list does demnation of this most recent act of selec- the zone was visited by 8,369 tourists. In European-level political party of the center- not result in any sanctions, but its authors tive justice targeted at Ukraine’s political the first seven months of 2011 (from June right. (European People’s Party) expect that inclusion on the list should opposition, and encourages them to contin- to December the zone was closed) there encourage governments to actively combat ue their principled position on protecting Yanukovych on Ukrainian scouting were 7,751 recorded visitors, and in the piracy. (Ukrinform) human rights in Ukraine.” (UCCA) first three months of 2012 there were 721. KYIV – Scouting has brought forth many The official tour route, approved by an Tymoshenko can’t head electoral list EPP on escalation of political repression real patriots of Ukraine, President Viktor order of the Ministry of Emergency Yanukovych said in his message of greet- KYIV – The law does not allow former BRUSSELS – The president of the Situations at the end of 2011, offers tour- ings on April 27 to the organizers and par- Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko to head European People’s Party (EPP), Wilfried ists a trip to the memorial wall in honor of ticipants of the Ukrainian Scout Forum on the electoral list of a political party, since she Martens, on April 26 condemned the escala- the killed clean-up workers, a view of the the occasion of the 100th anniversary of is a convicted criminal, Justice Minister tion of repression against opposition politi- sarcophagus itself from an observation Ukrainian scouting. “National scouting has Oleksander Lavrynovych told journalists on cians by the Ukrainian regime and, in par- deck that is a safe distance from the reac- brought us many famous people – true April 27. “This list, which will be sent to the ticular, against the leader of EPP member- tor, and a walk around the town of patriots of this country, and has become a Central Election Commission for the regis- party Batkivshchyna, Yulia Tymoshenko, Chornobyl. At this time it is prohibited to school of life for millions of children,” the tration of candidates for national deputies, who remains in jail following the recent enter or even approach the town of Prypiat politically motivated trial against her. Ms. president’s message read. According to Mr. can include only persons who meet constitu- Yanukovych, scouting is the most common due to its unsafe condition. According to tional requirements. Persons having an out- Tymoshenko is now on a hunger strike to Forbes magazine, in 2008 the Chornobyl protest her persecution and the violent socially useful organization of young peo- standing conviction cannot be candidates for ple in the world that instills love of country, Exclusion Zone was named “the most exot- national deputies,” Mr. Lavrynovych said. assaults by her captors. Mr. Martens said: “I ic place for tourism in the world.” condemn the reported violence against promotes honesty, integrity, leadership and He noted that current lists publicized in the active citizenship qualities. “I am convinced (Ukrinform) Yulia Tymoshenko. Her jail conditions are mass media could not be considered as that this way you are building a new, mod- totally unacceptable and are in line with the Klitschko-led party to run independently finalized and official lists. (Ukrinform) ern Ukraine, strengthening its capacity and regime’s intention to keep the country’s international standing,” the president said. KYIV – The UDAR Party led by Vitali UCCA condemns selective justice main opposition leader out of its way. The The centennial of Ukrainian scouting is Klitschko will participate in parliamentary unacceptable treatment of Yulia NEW YORK – The Ukrainian Congress being celebrated on the national level: Tymoshenko has also been documented in elections independently, but in a new Committee of America, the representative proclamations were made by the president the report of the human rights commission- Parliament it plans to form a coalition with organization of over 1 million Americans of of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada and local er of the Verkhovna Rada.” He said he was opposition parties, according to a decision Ukrainian descent, on April 19 issued a authorities. The Ukrainian Scout Forum is “very disappointed and sad to see the total made at the ninth congress of the party on press release condemning the recent sen- conducted by the National Organization of April 28. The party added that it supports tencing and imprisonment of former acting lack of political will from the Ukrainian gov- the principle of nominating a single opposi- Defense Minister Valeriy Ivashchenko. It ernment to cooperate with EU authorities (Continued on page 9) tion deputy for a single-member district, read, in part: “Mr. Ivashchenko was sen- one who should be chosen by the public. tenced to five years’ imprisonment on The Ukrainian Democratic Alliance for charges related to abuse of office, making Reform party also noted that it would him the third minister from opposition under no circumstances create alliances leader and former Prime Minister Yulia with the Party of Regions. (Ukrinform) Tymoshenko’s Cabinet to be convicted and

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we’ve had a document confirming support by the City Council last year also. However, Plast jamboree... from the state.” NEWSBRIEFS it was protested by the public procurator’s The Ministry of Education, Science, office and appealed in court. At that time, a (Continued from page 9) (Continued from page 8) Youth and Sports doesn’t discriminate in its ban on the use of Nazi symbols remained in disregard for Ukrainian youth, said Lesia Scouts of Ukraine with the support of the force. However, a ban of Communist and Orobets, a national deputy of the Our State Service of Youth and Sports of USSR symbols was appealed. (Ukrinform) Ukraine-People’s Self-Defense Bloc who is Ukraine. (Ukrinform) known as Mr. Tabachnyk’s most vocal critic. Record number of international observers “It’s hard for any youth organizations to Ukraine to join anti-piracy operations KYIV – About 70,000 international meet with Education Ministry officials,” KYIV – NATO’s Military Committee observers will arrive in Ukraine for the said Ms. Orobets, the coordinator of Plast’s Verkhovna Rada elections in October, Supervisory Council whose older daughter praised Ukraine’s decision to send a navy frigate to participate in the organization’s according to the chairman of the Public is a Plast scout in Kyiv. Council at the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Ihor “When preparing the law on higher edu- anti-piracy operations. The matter was dis- Zhdanov. Speaking at a press conference on cation, for a year and a half they didn’t want cussed at a meeting of chiefs of general April 27, he said, “About 70,000 observers to permit any youths at the conferences that headquarters of NATO member-countries will arrive for the parliamentary elections directly affected them. It’s a boorish attitude and partners, which ended in Brussels on of 2012, who represent foreign parlia- toward everyone,” she noted. April 26. As the alliance noted, Ukraine will ments, parliamentary assemblies of differ- Plast leaders had differing views on how become the first non-NATO country to join ent types and other international organiza- much funds the state should have provided. Operation Ocean Shield in 2013, with the tions.” The highest number of observers While Mr. Nakonechnyy drew the com- deployment of its flagship, the frigate will be representatives from the parison with the Polish scouts getting mil- Hetman Sahaidachny. Ocean Shield was lions and suggested a minimum of $60,000, Organization for Security and launched to combat piracy in the Horn of Coooperation in Europe. The largest team Mr. Kolesnyk, told The Weekly that Africa zone in May 2009 and will last until Zenon Zawada of observers is expected from Canada; it between $31,250 and $37,500 would have the end of 2014. (Ukrinform) National Deputy Lesia Orobets is the been enough. Meanwhile, Ms. Orobets said numbers about 1,500 persons. As Mr. coordinator of the Supervisory Council of Plast is better off without state funds. Communist, Nazi symbols banned in Lviv Zhdanov noted, taking into consideration Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization in What the leaders did agree on is not to the number of international observers, the Ukraine. lobby for more money from the state bud- KYIV – A ban on the use of Communist Public Council at the Foreign Affairs scouts in Poland, known as Harcerze, get – an approach they said could hurt the and Nazi symbols on the territory of Lviv Ministry proposed to the foreign political received $5 million from the Polish govern- organization’s image on numerous fronts. was adopted by City Council deputies, agency and the Central Election ment to celebrate their 90th anniversary in “Often whatever gains state financing according to April 26 press reports. “The Commission (CEC) that a working group be 2000, which was a “mega-grandiose event,” gets branded as being involved with bud- issue, initiated by Svoboda Party member set up for assistance. He underscored that said Mr. Nakonechnyy, a former director of getary theft,” Ms. Orobets told The Weekly Yurii Mykhalchyshyn, was included on the consultations are now under way about the the youth, family and sports administration following an April 18 press conference at agenda of the session as an additional creation of a call center, which could carry in the Lviv City Council. the UNIAN news agency in Kyiv. topic, but, taking into account the impor- out “at least consultation assistance” “Unfortunately, the [Ukrainian] state “It’s not a secret to anyone that distrib- tance of the problem, the deputies consid- among international observers and assist doesn’t understand the significance of such uting state funds is an extremely opaque ered it first,” the press service of the City them in their work, as well as promote the events and the significance of the scouting process. I would hate for Plast to lose its Council explained. The ban also touched on settling of conflict situations. “A decision movement for the state’s needs,” he said. good name for a few thousand hryvni. It’s the use of symbols of the now-defunct about the creation of such a call center has “It’s a very big potential not used by the not worth it for people to talk about Plast USSR; its symbols, like Nazi and not yet been adopted, but I think that both state for various reasons, including timidity giving kickbacks, reaching some sort of Communist symbols at this time are per- the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the CEC and misunderstanding by the people who deals, or supporting a political party. State mitted to be displayed on the façade of are interested in such a center, which will lead this process, who don’t know and support is a virus that it is better to do buildings of Lviv state and communal render assistance both to state organiza- don’t want to know the reasons for the without,” she commented. establishments, as well as for use during tions and international observers,” Mr. public events. A similar decision was made Zhdanov added. (Ukrinform) vitality of the scouting movement.” Other sources of funding Plast events can be even more expensive to pull off than in North America, Mr. Other contributors to the YuMPZ budget Nakonechnyy said. “Gasoline is more expen- are the Bohdan Hawrylyshyn Charity Fund It is with deep sorrow and heavy heart ($10,250) and the Lviv City Council sive in Ukraine than in the U.S., and even that we share with family and friends certain food products,” he said. “Many in the ($6,250). diaspora don’t understand why some things In the remaining months, Plast will try that on Thursday, April 12, 2012, by the are more expensive here than in the U.S.” to get more aid from local government will of the Lord, passed unexpectedly Plast leaders in Ukraine also insisted organs, such as an anticipated sum of up to into eternity at the age of 67, our $6,250 from the Lviv Oblast Council, as well that the lackluster goverment financing has beloved husband, father, grandfather, nothing to do with the ministry being led as other aid, such as transportation and by Ukrainophobe Dmitry Tabachnyk, who security, Mr. Nakonechnyy said. and brother-in-law has repeatedly expressed derogatory views The fee for attending YuMPZ for diaspo- about Ukraine’s Halychyna region, which is ra scouts will be about $450, while the fee the birthplace and ongoing center of Plast for Ukrainian scouts will be $94 (750 hrv), WASYL DARCZYN activity. he said. Born August 12, 1944, in Standal, Germany. Funding was hard to achieve even dur- The YuMPZ programs to be cut will be ing the Orange era, when Viktor determined at a mid-June leadership meet- Wasyl was predeceased by his parents Peteris and Maria Zebak Liepins. Yushchenko was president and the ing, he said, underscoring that the event’s Wasyl served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict attaining the Ministry of Youth, Family and Sports (then necessities won’t be affected. He said he rank of Captain. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with V device with 3 separate from the Education Ministry) was hopes that a new sponsor will emerge by led by the president’s close political ally, then to cover the $209,000 budget deficit. Oak leaf Cluster, Air Medal, Purple Heart, and two overseas Bars for hero- Yurii Pavlenko, Mr. Nakonechnyy said. YuMPZ’s informational sponsors will be ism. After his retirement from the army, Wasyl was employed by the Hartford “This was done throughout Ukraine’s 20 the TVi television network, Radio Insurance Co. in Hartford, Ct. years of independence under all govern- Halychyna and Zakhidna Informatsiyna PARASTAS was held on Friday, April 20, 2012, at Belmont/Sabrowski ments,” he said. “Even during the Orange Kompaniya (ZIK). Funeral Home in Colchester, Ct. “We will have a good opportunity to era, unfortunately, we didn’t get adequate REQUIM SERVICES were held Saturday April 21, 2012, at St Mary’s publicize ourselves to those people who support from the ministry which we ought Ukrainian Catholic Church in Colchester, Ct., followed by a full military inter- to have. We got a presidential decree in can help us,” he said. Meanwhile, Ms. ment at St Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery in Colchester, Ct. 2008 that helped us get a [November 2011 Orobets encouraged the diaspora to con- parliamentary] resolution [about funding tribute with volunteer work or help with In profound sorrow: for the Plast centennial]. But I can’t say publicity. wife - Maria nee Szmyga son - Eugene Darczyn with wife Christine daughter - Christine Darczyn grand-daughters – Olyvia and Emma Darczyn sisters - Ewdokia Stelmach and family - Sonia Kachorowsky with husband Bohdan and family sister-in-law – Orysia Jakowiw with husband Nicholas and family and extended family throughout the United States and Ukraine ETERNAL MEMORY! Fortieth day Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 19, 2012, at St Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Colchester Ct. Liturgies are also being offered in: Rome, Colchester Ct, Zarvanytsia (Ternopilska Oblast), Ukraine, and Velykyi Kliuchiv (Kolomyiskyi Raion), Ukraine. 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

Tryzub’s target archery team strikes the gold in first competitions tive Master over age 50 category, Eugene A. of time. I can’t wait for the next bit of news.” Luciw placed first with a score of 152. USA Archery (USAA), the national gov- Excited by these results, Coach Buynevich erning body for the sport of archery, granted exclaimed: “I am so proud of this team; I the FITA Archers of Pennsylvania the exclu- believe that we represented Tryzub’s legacy sive charter to govern archery in the com- of championship and sportsmanship very monwealth. As such, the state association well. We will return to the practice ranges strictly conforms to the rules and regula- with the goal of exceeding our personal best tions of the USAA and the International in future competitions.” Archery Federation (FITA), with respect to On March 3, the Association of the FITA competitions in their jurisdictions and to the Archers of Pennsylvania held its indoor rules and regulations of the International Commonwealth championship tournament Olympic Committee (IOC) with respect to at the Reading Archery Club. Ilya Buynevich competitions within the IOC’s purview. won the Men’s Recurve Bow tournament It is interesting to note that the current with a score of 534 out of a possible 600 and Olympic champion in archery is Victor was crowned Pennsylvania State Champion. Ruban of Kharkiv, Ukraine. He captured gold His closest rival shot a score of 513. in the 2008 Beijing Games and will defend Upon hearing this news, newly elected his title this year at the London Games. Tryzub President, Dan Nysch said: “I con- The Ukrainian American Sport Center is Oscar and Oliver Buynevich (first and second from the left) and Chris Lopez (fourth gratulate Ilya on his awesome victory. I am constructing an outdoor shooting range for from left) compete “on the line.” just amazed at how much our archery its archers, and an influx of archers is expect- squad has accomplished in a short period ed for the spring season. by Eugene A. Luciw On February 19, five Tryzub archers entered the 2012 Mid-Atlantic Indoor FITA HORSHAM, Pa. – Last September, Ilya V. (International Archery Federation) tourna- Buynevich, Ph.D., born and raised in Odesa, ment in the recurve bow division. It was the Ukraine, and now a full-time assistant pro- first competition for all of the team mem- fessor of earth and environmental science at bers, except for coach Buynevich. Temple University in Philadelphia, began Tryzub’s results were quite remarkable. In organizing Tryzub’s first ever archery club the most competitive and featured Male and team. Senior competition, Coach Buynevich placed Throughout the fall, Mr. Buynevich, who third with a personal high score of 523 points is both the coach and a team member, and out of a possible 600. In the extremely com- his twin sons, Oscar and Oliver, spent many petitive Male Bowman junior category, Oliver hours at the Ukrainian American Sport Buynevych (233 points) placed third and Center Tryzubivka teaching a squad of begin- Oscar Buynevich (176 points) placed fifth. In ners the basics about equipment, shooting the equally competitive Male Cub junior divi- and the rules of play. Winter saw the fledgling sion, Christopher Lopez placed fourth with a team move indoors to a local target range for remarkable (especially for a complete new- intense training and practice sessions. comer) score of 303. In the far less competi-

Tryzub’s travel team: Shooter-Coach Ilya Buynevich, Oliver Buynevich, Chris Lopez, Oscar Buynevich and Gene Luciw.

In Honor of Mother’s Day you are invited to

‘An Evening of Shooter-Coach Ilya Buynevich preps his twin sons, Oscar and Oliver, for their first Ukrainian Song and Dance’ tournament. featuring ISKRA - Ukrainian Dance Academy

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Through Exhibit, “Legacy of the Cossack Elite,” Oseredok May 16 Presentation by Olya Grod, “The Odynsky Story – A 15- September 16 Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Center, Ottawa Year Fight – Was It Worth It?” Ukrainian National Winnipeg, MB 204-942-0218 or [email protected] Foundation, Villa Marconi, 613-596-8188

May 7-26 Performance by Luba Goy, “Luba, Simply Luba,” The May 16 Benefit, “Fashion for a Cure,” featuring the collection of Toronto Berkeley Street Theater – Downstairs, 416-368-3110 or New York Vito Emanuele, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, www.canadianstage.com Ukrainian Institute of America, 914-400-8663 or www.MODABenefit.com May 10 Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Festival, Arden Theater, St. Albert, AB 780-466-0089 or www.cheremosh.ca/ukrainian-dance-festival May 16- Art exhibit, “A Singular Vision: Ilona Sochynsky, May 10-13 National Congress, Ukrainian Canadian Student’s Union October 7 Retrospective of Painting,” The Ukrainian Museum, Hamilton, ON (SUSK), McMaster Ukrainian Students’ Association, New York 212-228-0110 or [email protected] McMaster University, www.suskcongress.ca May 16 Presentation by Olya Odynsky, “WW II Ukrainian War May 11 Film screening, “Genocide Revealed” by Yurij Luhovy, Ottawa Criminals in Canada,” Ukrainian National Federation of Buffalo, NY Ukrainian Cultural Center Dnipro, 716-856-4476 or Canada, Villa Marconi, 613-596-8188 or www.ukrainiansofbuffalo.com [email protected]

May 11 Container gardening demonstration, Plast Spartanky May 18 Summer party, Ukrainian American Cultural Center Whippany, NJ Sorority, Ukrainian American Cultural Center of New Whippany, NJ of New Jersey, www.uaccnj.org Jersey, [email protected] May 18 Lecture by Valentyna Kharkhun, “Depictions of WWII in May 11 Performance, “Mad Dogs and Ukrainians: A Musical Toronto Ukrainian Socialist Realist Literature, 1941-1943,” Winnipeg, MB Revival,” Park Theater, University of Toronto, [email protected] www.facebook.com/events/240340409369904/ May 18 Bus trip to New York City, League of Ukrainian May 11-12 Vesna Festival, Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Scranton, PA Catholics - North Anthracite Council, St. Vladimir Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan Provincial Council, TCU Place, Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church, 570-563-2275 www.tcutickets.ca or 888-639-7770 May 18-20 Exhibit, “Archives of Life in the Displaced Persons Camp,” May 12 Art sale, “Art Under the Domes,” St. Michael Ukrainian Jenkintown, PA Ukrainian Educational and Cultural Center, Baltimore Catholic Church, 410-375-4862 or 215-663-1166 or www.ueccphila.org www.artunderthedomes.com May 18-20 Ukrainian Festival, St. George Ukrainian Catholic May 12 Golf tournament, Knights of Columbus Sheptytsky New York Church, 212-253-2417 Toronto Council, Lionhead Golf and Country Club – Masters Course, 416-559-4474 or [email protected] Entries in “Out and About” are listed free of charge. Priority is given to events May 12 Film screening, “Genocide Revealed” by Yurij Luhovy, advertised in The Ukrainian Weekly. However, we also welcome submissions Chicago Ukrainian National Museum, 312-421-8020 or from all our readers. Items will be published at the discretion of the editors [email protected] and as space allows. Please send e-mail to [email protected]. 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

216 Foordmore Road P.O. Box 529, PREVIEW OF EVENTS Kerhonkson, NY 12446 Friday, April 27-Sunday, May 13 Saturday, May 12 1-845-626-5641 NEW YORK: Yara Arts Group presents NEW YORK: The Shevchenko Scientific [email protected] “Dream Bridge,” an original, experimental Society and its Mathematics-Physics- theater piece based on Ukrainian poetry Technology Scholarly Section invite all to a by Oleh Lysheha. The production, created lecture by Dr. Lubomyr Romankiw titled 2012 Summer Events by Virlana Tkacz, features music by elec- “Magnetic Recording of Information and tronic music composer Alla Zahaykevych Its Importance Today.” Dr. Romankiw is an from Kyiv. It depicts how our dreams can honorary member of the Shevchenko May 18-20 bring to light the mystery that swirls – Journalists’ Convention July 12 – July 15 Scientific Society, a member of the Ukrainian Cultural silently inside; how, at night, our brains, Academy of Engineering Sciences of May 25 – May 28 Festival freed of their burdens, soar like music; Ukraine and the IBM Academy of Sciences, Memorial Day weekend how space turns fluid, as we swim through and is an IEEE and an ECS Fellow. In the universe and through time. Tickets are Friday: July 15 – July 20 March Dr. Romankiw was inducted into – Heritage Camp Session 1 $18; $13 for students and seniors. La the National Inventors’ Hall of Fame. His Pub Night with DJ Zorian MaMa Experimental Theater is located at Saturday: Zabava with Fata July 15 – July 21 lecture will deal with the fundamentals of 74 E. Fourth St. Show times are Thursday discovering the processes and technolo- Morgana (9:30pm) – Discovery Camp through Saturday, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Sunday: Pub Night gies and their application in contempo- July 21 – July 22 2:30 p.m. For more information call 212- rary computers. The lecture will take June 4 – June 7 – Adoption Weekend 475-7710 or visit www.lamama.org. Zabava to be announced place at the society’s building, 63 Fourth – Retreat Friday, May 11 Ave. (between Ninth and 10th streets) at 5 June 10 – June 15 July 22 – July 27 p.m. For additional information call 212- – Heritage Camp Session 2 BUFFALO, N.Y.: The Buffalo premiere of – UNA Seniors Week “Genocide Revealed,” the multi-award- 254-5130. June 17 July 22 – July 28 winning feature documentary produced – Father’s Day – Sports Camp Session 1 and directed by Yurij Luhovy, will be held CHICAGO: The Chicago premiere of the June 22 – June 24 July 22 – August 4 at Ukrainian Cultural Center Dnipro at 7 feature documentary “Genocide Revealed” – Official Start – Dance Camp Session 1 p.m. Narrated by actor Grahame Greene, by filmmaker Yurij Luhovy, winner of 12 international awards, including Best of the Summer Season July 28 the film exposes Moscow’s policy of geno- cide against the Ukrainian nation. The film Historical Film and Best Documentary, – St George School reunion – Zabava to be announced will take place at the Ukrainian National & Soyuzivka 70’s Bash focuses on the 1932-1933 Famine in July 29 – August 4 Soviet Ukraine and the accompanying dec- Museum, 2249 W. Superior St., at 5 p.m. June 24 – June 30 – Sports Camp session 2 imation of the national elite; it is based on The filmmaker will be present. The film – Tabir Ptashat Session 1 August 4 testimonies of survivors and commentar- exposes Moscow’s policy of genocide June 24 – July 5 – Dance Camp Recital (3pm) ies by historians. The screening is spon- against the Ukrainian nation. The film tells – Tennis Camp – Zabava to be announced sored by local branches of the Ukrainian the story of the 1932-1933 Famine in Soviet Ukraine that killed millions of peo- Fourth of July Weekend August 5 – August 18 Congress Committee of America (UCCA), – Zabavas to be announced – Dance Camp session 2 the School of Ukrainian Studies and the ple and the accompanying destruction of Ukrainian American Youth Association. the national elite. The screening is spon- July 1 – July 7 August 11 Donation: $10, with proceeds designat- sored by the Ukrainian National Museum – Tabir Ptashat Session 2 – Miss Soyuzivka ed towards the educational version of in collaboration with the Ukrainian July 1 – July 14 – Zabava to be announced the film. The filmmaker will be present. Genocide Foundation USA. Donation $10, – Dance Workshop August 18 For information call 716-856-4476 or with proceeds towards the documentary’s July 7 – Dance Camp Recital (3pm) 716-630-0130, or see www.ukrainiansof- educational version. For information log – To be announced – Zabava to be announced buffalo.com or www.yluhovy.com. on to www.yluhovy.com.

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Supplement to The Ukrainian Weekly, May 6, 2012

Welcome to our 16th annual special sup- Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival. fun. At the same time, we send a big thank- plement called “A Ukrainian Summer.” And then there are the myriad camps, you to those individuals and organizations What would a Ukrainian summer be workshops, concerts, sports competitions that took the time to respond to our open without Ukrainian festivals? That’s why we and special events that fill up the Ukrainian invitation and sent in the materials that lead off this section with a listing of summer calendar in the United States and make up this unique supplement. Ukrainian Festivals, including the largest Canada. The advertisements in this section * * * festival in the United States, the Ukrainian likewise provide information on summer- (P.S.: For those of you who don’t see your Cultural Festival at the Soyuzivka Heritage time offerings. events publicized in this section, remember: Center, and the largest Ukrainian street fes- We hope our 2012 edition of “A Ukrainian “A Ukrainian Summer” is published annually tival in North America, the Bloor West Summer” helps readers plan their summer in the first issue of May.)

Christine Syzonenko It’s Festival Time! May 10 Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Festival, Arden Theater, August 3-5 Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival, Selo St. Albert, AB 780-466-0089 or www.cheremosh.ca/ukrainian-dance-festival Dauphin, MB Ukraina, 204-622-4600 or www.cnuf.ca

May 11-12 Vesna Festival, Ukrainian Canadian Congress – August 4-6 Servus Heritage Festival, Ukrainian Pavilion, Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan Provincial Council, TCU Place, Edmonton, AB [email protected] or 780-488-3378 www.tcutickets.ca or 888-639-7770 August 16-19 40th annual St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Festival, May 18-20 Ukrainian Festival, St. George Ukrainian Catholic Rochester, NY www.RochesterUkrainianFestival.com New York Church, 212-253-2417 or 585-467-6457 May 25-27 Carassagua: Mississauga’s Festival of Cultures, Ukraine Mississauga, ON Pavilion, Hershey Center – SportZone, 905-615-3010 or August 25 Ukrainian Day in the Park, Ukrainian Canadian Congress – [email protected] Saskatoon, SK Saskatoon branch, Victoria Park, 306-682-1647 June 2-3 Ukrainian Festival, Acadia Recreational Complex, August 25-26 Ukrainian Days Festival, Ukrainian Congress Committee Calgary, AB www.calgaryukrainianfestival.ca Chicago of America – Illinois branch, Smith Park, 773-366-4025 or 773-851-9627 June 18-20 Yonkers Ukrainian Heritage Festival, St. Michael Yonkers, NY Ukrainian Catholic Church, August 26 Ukrainian Folk Festival, Ukrainian American Sports http://yonkersukrainianfestival.org Horsham, PA Center Tryzubivka, 267-664-3857 or www.tryzub.org June 19 Father’s Day Ukrainian Fest, Ukrainian American Sports August 31-September 2 Ukrainian Festival, House of Ukraine, Balboa Park Horsham, PA Center – Tryzubivka, 267-664-3857 or www.tryzub.org San Diego [email protected] or 760-689-2852

June 30 50th Jubilee Parish Festival, St. John the Baptist September 7-9 Ukrainian Festival, Parc de l’Ukraine, Jewett, NY Ukrainian Catholic Church, Montreal [email protected] www.ukrainianmountaintop.org or 201-238-3006 September 8-9 Ukrainian Festival, Patterson Park, July 6-8 Pysanka Festival Ukrainian Dance and Music Competition, Baltimore, MD 410-697-0501 or 410-870-1720 Vegreville, AB www.pysankafestival.com or 780-975-8277 September 9 Connecticut State Ukrainian Day Festival, July 7-22 World Festival of Ukrainian Credit Unions, Stamford, CT St. Basil’s Ukrainian Seminary, 203-269-5909 Stryi, Ukraine www.wfucu.org.ua September 14-16 Toronto Ukrainian Festival, Bloor West Village, July 13-15 Ukrainian Cultural Festival, Soyuzivka, Toronto 416-410-9965 Kerhonkson, NY www.soyuzivka.com July 14-15 Ukrainian Festival, Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic September 15-16 Washington Ukrainian Festival, St. Andrew Ukrainian Castle Creek, NY Church, 607-797-6293 or [email protected] Silver Spring, MD Orthodox Cathedral, 301-622-0838 or 443-315-8873 July 27-28 Ukrainian Festival, Ukrainian Cultural Institute, October 6 Ukrainian Festival, Ukrainian American Cultural Center Dickinson, ND 701-486-1486 or [email protected] Whippany, NJ of New Jersey, www.uaccnj.org or facebook.com/uaccnj S2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Make lasting memories at a Plast summer camp

by Katrusia Stecyk Plast in the United States marks the summer months with a variety of camps JENKINTOWN, Pa. – Plast summers are in a range of locations. The main compo- an array of images: bonfires flickering nent of Plast’s summer program is a three- beneath starry skies, games in thick pine week camp for children age 6-11 (novatst- forests and vast meadows, topographical vo) and 11-17 (yunatstvo) with additional maps and compasses, outdoor cooking programs for parents and children under competitions, and friends huddling togeth- age 6 (Tabir Ptashat) and older yunatstvo. er around songbooks, holding flashlights to These camps will take place from July 7 to illuminate iconic Ukrainian lyrics. July 28 at three different campgrounds: Summers are a canvas for memory-mak- Novyi Sokil in North Collins, N.Y. (www. ing and life long friendships, and the sum- novyisokil.org); Pysanyi Kamin in mer of 2012 will be especially memorable Middlefield, Ohio (www.plastcleveland. as Plast celebrates its 100th anniversary in org/plastpk.html); and Vovcha Tropa in 2012, with the centennial celebrations cul- East Chatham, N.Y. (www.vovchatropa. minating in Ukraine this August. org).

Plast “yunachky” at the Pysanyi Kamin camp in Middlefield, Ohio.

A group of participants of the International Plast Jamboree of 2011 hikes in the Adirondack Mountains of New York state.

All three locations will offer age-appro- plays, and singing for novatstvo-aged chil- priate activities centered on teamwork, dren. Many remember this camp among Ukrainian culture, sports, arts and crafts, their favorites and learn fun and useful games, nature, competitions and new merit skills in addition to making friends along- badges. Head counselors (komendanty) side whom they will be camp counselors in have been chosen and are busy planning the future. the fun and exciting camp programs that “Lisova Shkola” is a rite-of-passage are set to take place on these three beauti- camp for young men who seek to hone ful campgrounds. their scout skills, self-reliance, teamwork, Yunatstvo age 16 and older will have the orienteering, pioneering and outdoors- opportunity to prepare to take positions of manship in order to become counselors leadership as counselors for the youngest for yunatstvo at three-week camps. The members of Plast at a counselor training camp’s program focuses on practical camp in late June. This camp, “Vyshkil knowledge and proper response to emer- Novatskykh Vykhovnykiv,” will take place at gency situations. Lisova Shkola will take Pysanyi Kamin from June 23 to July 4. place from June 23 to July 6 in Hunter, Vyshkil will be full of instruction on how to N.Y. plan meetings and camps, organize compe- For more information about Plast in the titions and games, and run activities such United States and its activities, please visit as arts and crafts, sports, masquerades, www.plastusa.org. Celebrate the Plast centennial The centennial celebration of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization began in August 2011 with “MPZ,” an international Plast jamboree, which took place at Vovcha Tropa with participants hailing from the United States, Canada and beyond. The cele- bration will culminate with “YuMPZ,” the Jubilee International Plast Jamboree, in Lviv, on August 9 to August 25. Plast members from throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, Germany, Argentina, Ukraine and more will participate in the many camps that are planned for the jamboree. Camp programs will include hiking, sports competitions, cook-offs, pioneering and orienteering challenges, as well as the commemoration of 100 years of Plast. Participants will have the opportunity to meet hundreds of Plast members from around the world and share in their experiences as scouts and as Ukrainians from Ukraine and the diaspora. No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S3 S4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Join in on the fun at UAYA summer camp

by Nykola Lucak NEW YORK – The weather is too nice to sit indoors, and the days are getting longer every week, which only means one thing: it’s almost time for summer camp. The Ukrainian American Youth Association (UAYA) offers a wide range of camps to suit any camper at any of its five campgrounds in the U.S. Not only do these camps instill values that children will use in their lives, but they will bring home friend- ships that will last a lifetime. For the first time in many years, the UAYA is proud to offer a Counselor-in-Training Camp (Vyshkilnyi) this year at the Beskyd campground in Baraboo, Wis. Having recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, Beskyd is proud to bring this Counselor-in- Training Camp back to the Midwest. With a range of recreational activities, this camp also includes instructions led by longtime UAYA members, where group activities and Ukrainian American Youth Association campers in Ellenville, N.Y. team-building skills help to mold future leaders of our community. and arts and crafts, but this year it will offer ground offers a beautiful lake that campers will offer Sumeniata Camp for the younger Beskyd also offers Soccer Camp for star gazing and bike riding. enjoy daily. (This lake has just undergone children, who can take part in activities future Shevchenkos and Sumeniata Camp Looking for something a bit more rug- changes, including a designated swimming with the older campers, but still sleep away for the youngest campers age 4-6. ged? How about UAYA’s River Camp! area for the campers.) Join campers during with their parents. Simultaneously, the UAYA campground Campers sleep in tents by the river, where their weekly traditional bonfires on The UAYA campground in Warren, Mich., in Ellenville, N.Y., will begin the Camp sea- they participate in daily activities like Saturday, and continue the tradition at the offers a four-day Recreational Camp for son with its Counselor-in-Training camp. canoeing, swimming, first aid and survival pavilion for some dancing and music for all. children of all ages. There are activities for This camp is structured as a full three-year techniques. The UAYA campground in Filmore, N.Y., all and a great picnic on the last day to end program, which this year has been extend- Soon after these camps begin, UAYA also offers a two-week Recreational Camp. the festivities. ed by two days. camp in Wellington, Ohio, offers the ever- With its many acres of woods, beautiful From young children to young adults, The ever popular Starsho-Yunatskyi popular Recreational Camp scenery and enormous bonfires, campers the UAYA offers a camp that is sure to be Tabir, for campers age 13-17, has a few (Vidpochynkovyi). This sleepover camp for are sure to have fun as they join in on a fun. For more information about UAYA new surprises coming up this year. Not participants age 7-17 offers a variety of tractor ride, hike the trails in the woods or camps please visit our website www.cym. only will it include the traditional hikes, exciting activities and projects. The camp- take a swim in the river. The second week org/us/. No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S5 S6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Get training at Chornomorska Sitch Sports School by Omelan Twardowsky and Matthew Dubas KERHONKSON, N.Y. – The 43rd Chornomorska Sitch Sports School will be held for two weeks at Soyuzivka, beginning on July 22 and ending on August 4. During the camp, boys and girls age 6-18 receive training in soccer, volleyball, tennis and swimming. And as in previous years, supplemental instruction is also provided in singing, music and recitation. The additional pro- grams are held during the campers’ free time from their regular sports training schedule or during rainy days. The camp- ers then perform these songs and poems learned at the first week’s concluding lun- cheon or at the farewell banquet when par- ents arrive. The Sitch Sports School has built a popu- lar following among Ukrainian youths in the United States and even in Ukraine, whence young campers arrive every year for sports training. After returning to Participants of the first week of the 2011 Chornomorska Sitch Sports School. Ukraine, these campers write letters of thanks for the wonderful time they had at ed for the camp. The cost is $450 per week and have meals off-grounds. e-mail, sportsschool@chornomorskasitch. the sports camp. with room and board provided, or $250 for Readers can request applications from org; or they can visit Soyuzivka’s website, Applications are currently being accept- day campers, who arrive daily for training Marika Bokalo: telephone, 908-851-0617; www.soyuzivka.com.

Sign up for Soyuzivka’s Tennis Camp and improve your game ed according to ability and instructors rotate their instruction, developing and stressing correct form, basic strokes and game strategies. Also emphasized is the importance of good sportsmanship and tennis etiquette. There is a wonderful banquet prepared by Chef Andrey at the end of camp for which campers get dressed-up. Campers receive their certificates, and trophies are presented to tournament winners. The cov- eted “Best Camper” awards are also given to boys and girls who are recognized for their exemplary behavior and over all attitude both on and off the courts. The banquet is followed by a dance, during which campers also receive mementos of the camp. This year USCAK East Tournament will be held on the weekend of June 30-July 1, Participants of the 2011 Tennis Camp at Soyuzivka. so campers may want to participate in that tournament also. The dates for the Tennis Camp are June by Petrusia Sawchak group, teacher, organizer and captain of week ends with a competitive tournament Middle States (a USTA sectional team). He for the campers. 24 to July 5. For camp registration, please KERHONKSON, N.Y. – If you’re looking is assisted by Tania Sawchak, who is pro- The daily regimen begins with condi- call Soyuzivka, 845-626-5641, or visit for something to do this summer, think fessionally certified by the U.S. Professional tioning exercises, which help build on- www.soyuzivka.com. Make reservations about Soyuzivka’s Tennis Camp nestled in Tennis Association and the U.S. court stamina. Then the campers are divid- soon to ensure your place in the camp. the beautiful mountains of New York State. Professional Tennis Registry. Prior to this, You will not only learn to play tennis prop- she was a former Division I collegiate play- erly or improve your game, you will also er, and a past champion of the Ukrainian have a lot of fun meeting and making new Sports Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada. Folk Art & Culture Tour friends from various parts of the country. She continues to play competitively in local The camp, for children age 10 to 18, has and national tournaments. been operating now for over 45 years and They are assisted by counselors who has a successful formula: knowledgeable were once campers themselves. This year’s Return to the Source and experienced instructors, caring counselors are Laryssa Boyko from with Ukrainian Culture Specialist, 24-hour supervision, lots of fun both on Pennsylvania, Victoria Kuritza from Illinois, Orysia Tracz and off the courts, and nutritious and tasty Daniel Tylawsky from New Jersey (all col- meals. lege students) and Danylko Hankewycz The focus of the camp is always on ten- from Pennsylvania. September 19 – October 7, 2012 nis, with more than five hours of intensive Off-court 24-hour supervision is provid- tennis practice daily. However, there will ed by Olya Czerkas, a teacher from Florida, This all inclusive tour combines culture, art, architecture, fine shopping, also be plenty of time swimming in who helps campers adjust and feel at home traditional cuisine plus visits to ancestral villages Soyuzivka’s pool, enjoying cook-outs, at the camp quarters known as Camp Lviv. Space is limited. For full details contact: watching movies with munchies, playing Meals are planned by Chef Andrey games, dancing (both to your own music Sonevytsky, who emphasizes a healthy, Martha Banias and Soyuzivka’s live “zabava” band) and nutritious and diversified menu for the (204) 949.0199 ext 208 making new friends. children. Another teacher by profession, 1.800.661.3830 The director of the camp is George Petrusia Sawchak, completes the staff. [email protected] Sawchak, a long-time United States Tennis The first week of camp is devoted to www.greatcanadiantravel.com Association (USTA) ranked player in his age daily instruction in tennis, and the second No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S7

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Explore and learn at Soyuzivka’s Discovery Camp

by Sonia Semanyszyn KERHONKSON, N.Y. – Discovery Camp 2012 is gearing up to be another action- packed week for children between the ages of 8 and 16. Organizing and administering the camp again this year is Sandy Lemekha as camp director with senior staffers Vlodko Lemekha and Wally Beck. Larissa Oprysk, Alexa Lodynsky and Bogdan Grynyk will be senior counselors. This year’s theme will be “Celebrations Around the World.” The children will learn about Ukrainian Christmas Eve and Easter and how they are celebrated in Ukraine along with the traditional meals associated with these holidays. Children will learn about their heritage and learn Ukrainian songs to be sung at Hutsul Night. There will also be a “zabava,” karaoke, hiking, zip line, arts and crafts, an obstacle course, campfires and movies under the stars. And, the “Amazing Race IV” will be back once again. Discovery Camp is scheduled for July 15-21. For information log on to www. soyuzivka.com. Discovery Camp participants on a hike in the Shawangunks. Be a part of Soyuzivka’s Heritage Day Camp breakfast in the charming dining room and – July 15-20 and second week – July 22-27. special dinners on the scenic patio. Camp hours run from approximately 9 Memories may be created by swimming in a.m.-1 p.m. daily and include snacks and the refreshing pool or taking nature walks lunches for participants. For additional on the lush Soyuzivka grounds. information or to register your child, please So, be a part of Soyuzivka’s Heritage Day contact Soyuzivka at 845-626-5641 or log Camp! The 2012 camp dates are: first week on to www.soyuzivka.com.

Some role-playing at Soyuzivka’s Heritage Day Camp.

by Chrystia Hlushko-Danyluk weekly Kozak Night and final performance and Bohdanna Puzyk events. Larysa Krul (first week) and Peter and Adrianna Fil (second week) will teach KERHONKSON, N.Y. – Taking place on Ukrainian dance that will also be part of the grounds of the beautiful Soyuzivka, delightful performances for all to see. reminiscent of the Carpathian region of Bohdanka Puzyk and Natalka Junas will Ukraine, the Heritage Day Camp is cele- prepare interesting Ukrainian-themed brating its 20th year this summer. The crafts for the children to make and take Heritage Day Camp continues to entertain home as lovely souvenirs. and educate children about their Ukrainian Christina Danyluk will take the children Heritage through music, dance, crafts, sto- on exciting adventures through the won- S16 ries and games. The program is bilingual der of “kazky” (stories) by using colorfully and designed for children age 4-8. illustrated books and engaging the chil- Each year the camp is based on a fun- dren in puppet shows and dress-up play. filled theme that lends itself to teaching Olya Savchuk (first week) and Oksana young children about Ukrainian language, Ozymko (second week) will involve the culture and tradition. This year’s theme is children in entertaining activities and Seasons of the year. Campers will learn games that are both fun and educational, how Ukrainian heritage relates to spring, as basic Ukrainian words associated with summer, winter and fall. Besides daily numbers, colors and days of the week are scheduled activities, a typical week may reviewed. also include special events such as a Being part of the Heritage Day Camp is a movie/pajama night, Water Olympics, ice wonderful opportunity for families to cre- cream party and outdoor play in Soyzivka’s ate lifetime memories. Parents, grandpar- newly renovated playground. ents and other family members of partici- The Heritage Day Camp is very fortunate pants all enjoy this unique experience at to have a very talented and experienced Soyuzivka both during camp and outside of group of counselors as part of its staff. camp hours. Memories may be created by Christine Williams will teach Ukrainian walking a child to camp in the morning or songs – old favorites and those based on spending time with a camper at lunchtime. the seasonal theme – to be sung at the Memories may be created when eating S8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Commemorate the golden jubilee of Hunter area’s Ukrainian church

by Xenia Ferencevych “This commemorative and fun occasion unveils the parish’s jubilee season and will JEWETT CENTER, N.Y. – It is colloquially attract hundreds of parishioners, visitors, known as one of the “jewels in the crown of tourists and residents,” remarks Ivanka the Catskills” or “the church held together Iwaskiw, chairperson of the Jubilee Festival without nails.” Indeed, St. John the Baptist Committee. “Whether it’s to experience a Ukrainian Catholic Church, located off new culture, get in touch with your roots, Route 23A, six miles west of Hunter or just be part of the anniversary celebra- Mountain, is a unique and outstanding tion, all are invited to enjoy the serenity of structure. the mountains and celebrate half a century A beautiful timber church kept together of the church’s contribution to the local with wooden pegs, similar in architectural mountaintop community.” style to those found in the Carpathian The festival’s opening ceremony will Mountains of Ukraine, it rests atop a high take place on the church grounds at 11 a.m. grassy hill for drivers and passers-by to The festival will also premier the jubilee admire. Inside is another feast for the eyes: photo exhibit titled “50 Years in Pictures,” hand-painted icons, an iconostas and a which will be displayed in Grazhda’s gal- wood-carved chandelier. lery throughout the summer, along with St. John’s Church and its complementary the annual fine art exhibit. buildings – the bell tower, gate, parish hall The jubilee season concludes with a (“Grazhda”) and rectory – were the tangible pontifical divine liturgy, banquet and anni- expression of the desire of a generation of versary program on Sunday, September 2. Ukrainian immigrants who came to the U.S. “The 50th anniversary banquet follow- in the late 1940s and wanted to re-create a ing liturgy will feature a wonderful cultural familiar place, a reminder of their homeland. program that will include community per- The church was built in 1962 thanks to formances by members of different genera- the Herculean efforts of philanthropists, tions in various genres. Children, seniors master craftsmen, artists, construction pro- and those in between will debut their tal- fessionals and many very dedicated volun- St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in Jewett Center, N.Y. ents in celebration of our church’s 50th teers. For 50 years, these people, their anniversary,” says Ivan Makar, co-chair of descendants and Ukrainian Americans The church regularly summons visitors In honor of St. John’s golden jubilee, sev- the Jubilee Program Committee. Tickets from all walks of life have shared and to tour the grounds and take a peek within, eral anniversary celebrations are planned, may be purchased prior to the event, but delighted in the creation and cultivation of and also serves as a hub for world-class starting on Saturday, June 30, with a com- none will be sold at the door. a thriving and rich religious and cultural entertainment during the summertime, as munity festival featuring exhibits, tours, For more information log onto St. John’s enclave found right here in the Catskill the Grazhda is home to weekly classical entertainment, family activities, vendors, parish website, http://ukrainianmountain- Mountains. music performances for the general public. food and more. top.org. We hope to see you this summer! No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S9

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Come to St. George Academy’s three-day reunion at Soyuzivka

by Maria Wolansky NEW YORK – The Internet has made it easier to catch up with people with whom we have lost touch. Social networking sites such as Facebook, in particular, facilitated this. Stimulated by these reconnections, alumni of St. George Academy (SGA), the Ukrainian Catholic high school in New York City, are holding a three-day reunion week- end at Soyuzivka from Friday, June 22, through Sunday, June 24. The reunion is for students from the first graduating class of 1972 through the class of 1987. Alumni from the same years who left the school before graduating are also invited to attend. In addition to meeting up with old class- mates and friends, many interesting activi- ties are planned. All three days will feature a Euro Cup party. Euro Cup is the European soccer championship that for the first time in history will take place in Ukraine, which is a host country along with Poland. Each afternoon, a quarterfinal match will be broadcast live onto three screens on the premises. The class of 1976 is among those invited to the reunion of St. George Academy alumni. For those not interested in sports, spa services (Hudson Valley Resort or Honors That evening will feature a “Studio 54” very flexible, allowing for participation in If you are an alumnus or alumna from St. Haven Resort & Spa) will be available on reunion banquet and dance. as little as one event. George Academy and have not been con- Friday and Saturday. On Friday evening, On Sunday, liturgy will include a memo- Accommodations are available at a spe- tacted by your class representative, or if there will be a cocktail party followed by a rial service for the classmates who are no cial rate for the SGA reunion at Soyuzivka, you know someone who is a former SGA ‘70s dance party with a DJ. For those with longer with us. The reunion weekend will as well as at Hudson Valley Resort, Honors student, please e-mail: Sgareunion@ two left feet or those who are card sharks, be capped off on Sunday afternoon with an Haven Resort & Spa and Chelsea Hotel. yahoo.com, call 212-473-3323, or visit the there will be a poker tournament begin- alumni barbecue. Shuttle service will be available between Sga Reunion page on Facebook. If you can- ning Friday evening and lasting to 4 a.m. Participants can choose to participate in these locations and Soyuzivka. More infor- not attend, please consider making a dona- Saturday afternoon will include a golf the events on all three days or only one day. mation is available on the “Sga Reunion” tion to the SGA Alumni, which will support tournament at the Hudson Valley Resort. The committee has made participation Facebook page. programs at St. George Academy. S10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19 No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S11 S12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Enroll in Ukrainian Folk Dance Workshop for children and young adults

by Paula Holoviak The camp will conclude with a perfor- mance on Saturday, July 7, at 7 p.m. This LEHIGHTON, Pa. – The 23rd Ukrainian performance is open to the public, free of Folk Dance Workshop, sponsored by the charge. For more information on the camp Ukrainian American Heritage Foundation or the adult craft workshop, contact Paula (UAHF) of the Lower Anthracite Region, Holoviak at 570-708-1992, Sandra Duda at will be held at the Ukrainian Homestead in 610-377-7750 or Joseph Zucofski at 570- Lehighton, Pa., from Monday, July 2, 622-8056, or e-mail holoviak@kutztown. through Friday, July 6. edu. Forms and information are also avail- The camp runs daily from 10 a.m. to 4 able online at www.kazkaensemble.org. p.m. and includes dance instruction, folk The camp is supported by the singing, sports, crafts and swimming. Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state Instruction is offered to children age 5 and agency, through its regional arts funding up, with advanced workshop instruction partnership, Pennsylvania Partners in the for experienced dancers. The workshop is Arts (PPA). State government funding for under the artistic direction of Andrij the arts depends upon an annual appropri- Dobriansky assisted by Yurij Dobriansky. ation by the Commonwealth of Special activities for this year’s camp Pennsylvania and support from the include mini-workshops and demonstra- National Endowment for the Arts, a federal tions in the art of egg painting (pysanky), agency. PPA is administered in this region and beadwork (gerdany). An adult bead- by the Lehigh Valley Arts Council. The camp is also supported by a grant from the Christine Syzonenko work workshop will also be available for Carbon County Room Tax Fund, which pro- Guest instructors Katya Syzonenko and Yurij Dobriansky perform the Hopak at the parents and the general public during this 2010 Ukrainian Folk Dance Workshop. week. motes tourism within the county. Embark on a new journey at Kobzarska Sich 2012 Ontario. Confirmed instructors, as of April, 21-year battle with breast cancer on by Anatoli W. Murha Founded in 1979, KS is organized by the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus and is held in include Andrij Birko, Irene Zawadiwsky, October 19, 2011. EMLENTON, Pa. – Conservative estimates August at All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Borys Ostapienko and Adriana Krasniansky. Program Information for the 2012 suggest that 100 million people play the Church Camp in Emlenton, Pa. Kobzarska KS offers two programs for bandurists: Kobzarska Sich is as follows. piano worldwide. Their composers include Sich is a summer musical experience devot- the Bandura Course, its oldest and original John Cage and Philip Glass. A bandurist, who ed to learning the bandura and Ukrainian program, and the Junior Bandura two-week course focuses on over seven plays the works of Hryhory Kytasty and Hnat choral music. Workshop. Additionally, KS will offer its hours• Bandura of daily groupCourse, instruction August in4-18: the tech-This Khotkevych, is in a club of less than 10,000. For the first time ever, Kobzarska Sich popular Ukrainian Sacred Music Workshop nique of playing bandura, bandura history, But at Kobzarska Sich (KS), one has an will bring together North America and for those interested in learning more about solo and ensemble playing and singing, opportunity to join the ranks of the 10,000 Ukraine for its artistic leadership. Working Ukrainian sacred music and its master music lectures, elementary music theory strong who live with a musical instrument as co-music directors will be Oleh Sozansky composers. (as needed). This course is designed for that is considered the soul of a nation. of Lviv and Yuri Petlura of Hamilton, This year, Kobzarska Sich will offer one teenage children (12 and older) and adults full scholarship and two partial scholar- of all ages. ships for its Bandura Course. The scholar- ships are made possible due to a collection 4-11: This one-week workshop covers the of donations made in memory of Monica basics• Junior of playing Bandura bandura Workshop, and bandura August his- Pearson Romaniuk. Monica first heard a tory. Participants are introduced to ensem- recording of a bandura when she was a ble playing and singing, music lectures, ele- teenager and asked her father what it was. mentary music theory (as needed). This Her father told her that it was a bandura workshop is designed for children age 9-11. and it was too difficult for her to learn. Monica took this as a challenge and got a August 8-12: This four-day workshop pro- bandura and had lessons. One day she was vides• Ukrainian an opportunity Sacred to Musicsing sacred Workshop, works playing at home when her father came in by Ukrainian master composers and pro- and heard her. He asked “What is that?” vides practical pointers for church singers, Her reply was “Oh it is the bandura, cantors and conductors. Listening lectures remember the instrument that was too will open up many hidden aspects of the hard for me to learn.” sacred music tradition. This workshop is In 2002 Monica decided to attend designed for older teenagers (age 15 and Kobzarska Sich to learn more about the ban- older) and adults of all ages. dura. At the registration table she met a Interested participants are encouraged to Canadian, Orest Romaniuk, who also decid- enroll early to ensure placement. For more ed to attend the camp. After two more trips information, scholarship requirements and a to Kobzarska Sich in 2003 and 2004 with registration package, visit www.bandura. Orest and some long-distance dating, org/bandura_school.htm or contact the Monica and Orest were married on August administrator of KS, Anatoli Murha, at 734- 19, 2006, in Chicago. Ms. Romaniuk lost her 658-6452 or [email protected].

The final concert at Kobzarska Sich in 2011. S1 No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S13

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do...

Havoc, one of the soccer teams of the Ukrainian Nationals. Close-up of a performer from the Desna Ukrainian Dance Company of Toronto. Enjoy the endless summer at Tryzubivka

by Eugene A. Luciw Balanchine.” His work is deeply rooted in culture and custom – seamlessly integrating HORSHAM, Pa., – Tryzubivka’s festival elements drawn from traditions as diverse grounds, sports pub, banquet hall and 40 as Eastern European folk dance, classical beautiful acres of parks, streams, picnic ballet and modern dance. The Voloshky- groves, sports fields, tennis courts and other Morris collaboration will explore a wider recreational facilities beckon to be a part of artistic range and “cross-pollinate” tradi- your Ukrainian summer. tional and modern audiences. Become a club member for only $25 Additional headliners at this year’s annually. Enjoy a cascade of cultural and Ukrainian Independence Day Folk Festival sporting events throughout the spring, sum- include: the Desna Ukrainian Dance mer and early fall. Tryzubivka’s banquet hall, Company of Toronto, the Vox Ethnica The Zoriany Ukrainian Dance, Music and Song Ensemble from Kirovohrad, Ukraine. meeting rooms and festival grounds are also Orchestra and violinist Inessa Tymochko available for rental at a reasonable price. Dekajlo. be plenty of great food, live music and tor of coaching. Placement onto appropriate The most popular community event – A “zabava” (dance) to the tunes of Vox social dancing. soccer teams is also a goal of the process. approximately 2,000 attend each year – at Ethnica follows the stage show. Arts and Adult and youth players and sports fans Soccer families and other fans can enjoy the Ukrainian American Sport Center crafts vendors, children’s recreations and can enjoy a vast array of sporting opportu- games at Tryzubivka throughout the week- Tryzub is the Ukrainian Independence Day Ukrainian foods, picnic fare, desserts and nities at Tryzubivka. (Tryzub graciously ends of the season. The Majors Division Folk Festival scheduled this year for refreshments will be abundant. invites all Ukrainian soccer players to join games are particularly popular on Sunday Sunday, August 26, beginning at noon. On Sunday, June 17, at 1 p.m., Tryzub will one of its 31 youth and junior soccer teams afternoons, at 2 p.m. The soccer season Guests will enjoy a gala festival stage show, hold its popular Father’s Day Picnic, a fami- in all age brackets, boys and girls, its adult opener’s games on Sunday, September 9, featuring a very special guest performing ly-oriented event that features some of the male, female and reserve Majors Division and the Ukrainian Nationals Family Day group, the Zoriany Ukrainian Dance, Music excellent younger performing artists of the soccer teams, or its over-30 and over-40 Picnic on Saturday, September 22, are par- and Song Ensemble from Kirovohrad, Philadelphia area. The stage program fea- squads.) Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian club ticularly good days to enjoy great soccer. Ukraine. Zoriany will perform a revived tures the Voloshky School of Dance. A zaba- participate in two immensely popular soc- Other athletes can join Tryzub’s golf critically acclaimed Yatran program by va to the music of Tryzub’s house band, the cer tournaments: the Memorial Day team, its newly formed archery team, its Anatolii Kryvokhyzha, whose legendary Karpaty Ensemble, follows. Invitational youth soccer tournament chess team or its youth swim team. Tryzub 1978 tour of the U.S. included venues such On that same day Tryzub will host the scheduled for Memorial Day weekend (May offers all golfers in the Ukrainian communi- as Radio City Music Hall. U.S. Adult Soccer Association’s Region 1 26-28); and the Columbus Cup girls’ soccer ty a fun-filled golf outing and banquet on This is a very unique program that is National Cups (Open and Amateur Cups, tournament (October 6-7). June 9. coordinated by a local charitable organiza- Men’s and Women’s) Finals. Throughout the summer Tryzub spon- To can learn more about beautiful tion, the Voloshky Ukrainian Dance In the fall, the Ukrainian community is sors several soccer camps and clinics for Tryzubivka and the opportunities it offers Ensemble, a Philadelphia area nonprofit invited to attend a Fallfest on Saturday boys and girls. In the fall and spring it offers the community visit www.tryzub.org. The that dedicates itself solely to the work of night, October 6. This celebration is part of youths an opportunity to hone their skills club is located at Lower State and County maintaining cultural heritage and portray- the immensely popular Columbus Cup through a Soccer Academy that is staffed by Line roads, Horsham, in the northern sub- ing it to our diverse community. The pro- girls’ youth soccer tournament. There will certified coaches, including Tryzub’s direc- urbs of Philadelphia. gram is made possible in part by a gener- ous grant from the Pew Center for Arts and Heritage. August 2-3 Ukrainian Youth Games, Ukrainian Sports Forty exceptional professional dancers, USCAK sports Ellenville/ Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada, hosted by singers and musicians of Zoriany, in collabo- Kerhonkson, NY Soyuzivka and the Ukrainian American Youth ration with the original choreographer, Mr. calendar Association Oselia, 845-626-5641 Kryvokhyzha, will recreate and recast the or 845-647-7230 stunning stage performance that the Yatran August 11-12 Soccer tournament, Wings Soccer Club, Ukrainian Ukrainian National Dance Company from May 25-28 Great Lakes Cup soccer tournament, Buffalo, NY Club Sports Ukraina (Buffalo, N.Y.), Baraboo, WI American Youth Association, Oselia Beskyd, their home city had featured during its 773-485-2399 or [email protected] renowned 1978 tour. Yatran had received location to be determined, 716-685-1505 August 24 Volleyball tournament, Ukrainian Sports rave reviews from legendary dance critic May 25-28 Memorial Day soccer tournament, Wildwood Crest, NJ Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada, hosted by Clive Barns after its Radio City Music Hall Horsham, PA Ukrainian American Sports Center – Tryzubivka, Lys Sports Academy, courts in front of performance in New York. 215-343-5412 or www.tryzub.org Pan American Hotel, [email protected] Realizing the powerful “nationalistic” wave of emotional and spiritual interaction May 26 Golf tournament, Ukrainian Golf Association September 1-3 Tennis singles championship, Ukrainian Sports that Yatran had generated in the Ukrainian Oakville, ON of Canada, Glen Abbey Golf Club, 905-844-1800 Kerhonkson, NY Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada, or www.clublink.ca diaspora, Soviet authorities cut the tour Soyuzivka Heritage Center, 845-626-5641 short and unceremoniously disbanded the June 2 Golf tournament, Ukrainian Youth Association or www.soyuzivka.com ensemble. Mississauga, ON in Canada – Mississauga branch, Royal Ontario October 5-7 Columbus Cup soccer tournament, Ukrainian During their stay in America, the Zoriany Golf Club, 647-229-0398 or [email protected] Horsham, PA American Sports Center – Tryzubivka, dancers and musicians will participate in a 215-343-5412 or www.tryzub.org three-week work period with international- June 9 Golf tournament, Ukrainian American Youth ly acclaimed dance choreographer Michael Wisconsin Dells, WI Association, Trappers Turn, 773-456-0956 Dates to be confirmed: or 773-972-6123 Morris at the Mark Morris Dance Center in November Volleyball tournament, Ukrainian Sports Brooklyn. The Pew Center for Arts and June 9 Golf tournament, Ukrainian American Sports Denville, NJ Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada, Lys Heritage has awarded funding to the Horsham, PA Center – Tryzub, 215-343-5412 or www.tryzub.org Sports Academy, Powerzone Volleyball Center, Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble to November Chess tournament, Ukrainian Sports Federation commission an original work by the Morris, June 30–July 1 Tennis tournament, Ukrainian Sports Federation Horsham, PA of the U.S.A. and Canada, Ukrainian American who has been referred to as “the most Kerhonkson, NY of the U.S.A. and Canada - East, Soyuzivka Heritage Center, 845-626-5641 Sports Center – Tryzubivka important choreographer since [George] S14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Celebrate the 30th year of “Music at Grazhda” by Zirka Voronka JEWETT, N.Y. – In 1983 composer Ihor Sonevytsky planted a little classical music seed here, one that not only sprouted but blossomed into “an arts organization pre- senting some of the Northeast’s most inspiring chamber music,” according to the Daily Freeman of Kingston, N.Y. The music critic of the Woodstock Times wrote that “Grazhda’s artists are the finest to appear in the mountains or the Hudson Valley, between Tanglewood and New York.” These “finest artists” have included Alexander Slobodyanyk, Paul Plishka, Eugene Fodor, Lida Artymiw, Oleh Krysa, Mykola Suk, Natalia Khoma, Volodymyr Vynnytsky, Myroslav Skoryk, Stefania Dovhan, Sofia Soloviy, Viktor Lutsiuk and many, many others. This year’s jubilee season begins with a concert on July 7 featuring two violin virtu- osi from Lviv – Nazar Pylatiuk and Vasyl Zatsukha – who will perform works by Niccolo Paganini, Camille Saint-Saen, Composer Myroslav Skoryk and soprano Sofia Soloviy at the Music and Art Center of Greene County in Jewett, N.Y. Myroslav Skoryk and Astor Piazolla. A fund-raising concert will take place on July 14 with Messrs. Pylatiuk and Zatsukha selections from his latest book, “Short Maestro Skoryk. (Anastazia Berezovsky) and the two-week (violin), Ms. Khoma (cello) and Mr. Tails.” A film based on the writer’s work The audience’s favorite cellist, Ms. singing course for children (Anna Vynnytsky (piano). They will perform two by A.D. Jameson will be also shown. A Khoma, will share the stage with the young Bachynsky) will take place between July 30 piano trios by Franz Schubert and Peter reception and book signing will follow the up-and-coming cellist Marta Bagratuni on and August 10. Tchaikovsky. A reception will follow the reading. August 25. Additional information and updates are concert. On August 11 children enrolled in the Violinist Dmitri Berlinsky, an interna- available online at www.GrazhdaMusicand Viktoria Lukianetz, prima donna of the popular folk-singing course will have their tional soloist, chamber musician and the Art.org. Vienna opera, will be the featured artist traditional concert. youngest winner of the Paganini The Music and Art Center is a non-profit on July 21. Her program will include The director of Music at Grazhda and a International Violin Competition, will end organization supported in part by the opera and operetta arias, as well as brilliant pianist, Mr. Vynnytsky, will have the season with a recital on September 1. Cultural Fund of the Greene County Council Ukrainian art songs. The well-known his recital on August 18. In the program are Workshops in Ukrainian folk arts – on the Arts, Self Reliance New York Federal writer Yuri Tarnawsky will present a liter- works by Frederick Chopin, Johannes embroidery (Lubow Woltnetz), ceramics Credit Union, private donations and mem- ary evening, “One Tongue Reading” with Brahms, Lev Revutsky, Franz Liszt and and pysanky (Sofia Zielyk), gerdany bership.

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A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do...

Ivan Horajsky-Furr, a student at UCU’s School of Students of UCU’s School of Ukrainian Language and Culture enjoy an extracurricular activity – a visit to Ukrainian Language and Culture in 2011, dresses in tradi- Lviv’s Kryivka (bunker) restaurant. tional, and not quite traditional, ethnic garb. Get ready to be captivated by UCU summer program in and around Lviv

by Otar Dovzhenko The academic achievements of UCU also had become quite wide by then. At the vil- whom I met in New York the previous year.” and Matthew Matuszak impressed Mr. Horajsky-Furr. “UCU is affili- lage I experienced everything they do on a Saying goodbye to Lviv and friends was ated with major universities around the daily basis, beekeeping, organic gardening Mr. Horajsky-Furr’s saddest experience, LVIV – To live like Ukrainians and world, including Fordham,” he noted. and crop production, machinery and hay but “today I feel that I made lifelong friends together with Ukrainians: that’s the simple “Instructors use innovative methods of gathering.” at UCU,” he noted. “We regularly Skype, recipe for effective study at the Ukrainian delivery, and there are departments with “At the university I got abstract knowl- sharing our stories and music. I came back Catholic University’s (UCU) School of various specializations, business, for exam- edge,” noted Mr. Horajsky-Furr, “but in the with almost 2,000 pictures and I highly Ukrainian Language and Culture in Lviv. ple. UCU is building new dormitories to village I turned that into daily usage. In the recommend this program to students Come for three weeks or up to two months, accommodate the growing student body.” evening I had to look up some vocabulary majoring in agriculture, architecture, have a great time, improve your Ukrainian In fact, Patriarch Sviatoslav Shevchuk, in my UCU documents… And during UCU archaeology, because new discoveries are fluency (or start from scratch), and even head of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, will classes we travelled through the Carpathian possible in the post-Soviet era.” earn some college credit. bless the opening of UCU’s new “Collegium” Mountains, Yaremche, Kolomyia, which “Political science majors have a great According to Ivan Horajsky-Furr, now a dormitory on August 26, and visitors are were very well-developed towns. I traveled opportunity to observe policy changes in a freshman at Dominican University in River welcome to join the festivities. to Bukovel, a ski resort, to Odesa. It is not ‘live laboratory’ as part of nation-building in Forest, Ill., the approach is successful. He Particulars of the approach of the that difficult to travel around Ukraine from a new independent democracy,” he contin- was a student at the school in 2011. Born Ukrainian-language summer school any major hub. I missed the jazz festival in ued. “Medical students could arrange to in Lviv, he left when he was 3 months old impressed Mr. Horajsky-Furr. “The two Crimea, but I did not miss ‘Ivana Kupala,’ a visit medical facilities to see how they might and grew up in a Chicago suburb. So, hours of intense daily work that we spent mythical celebration of fertility where we benefit. Archaeological digs are making new though he was already fairly fluent in the with our tutors was very valuable. They made faceless dolls, wreaths, and sang tra- discoveries of Trypillian and Greek colony Ukrainian language, he could honestly say came from surrounding villages with their ditional songs.” civilization.” So, students from varied aca- “my first time on the marshrutka [public own unique stories. I spent a night in my Yet another unique aspect of the school demic backgrounds have great possibilities minibus] was exciting and different from tutor’s village, where I spoke Ukrainian all was that the Metropolitan Andrey to explore their interests in Ukraine. anything I’ve ever experienced.” “As the time, and had a chance to use what I Sheptytsky Ukrainian National Museum In 2012 sessions will run from June 18 Ukrainians would say: ‘There was nowhere learned in class and internalized it more allowed the students to wear traditional through August 11. To learn more about for an apple to fall. People paid the fare of deeply,” he explained. costumes from different regions of Ukraine. UCU’s School of Ukrainian Language and two hryvnias by passing the bills from per- In addition to UCU’s structured pro- “Subsequently, we had a wonderful photo Culture, go to http://studyukrainian.org.ua/. son to person until it fell into the driver’s gram, Mr. Horajsky-Furr highly recom- shoot with the clothing. People that walked UCU also has an Icon-Painting Summer fare box…” mended adding at least a weeklong home- by asked us what we were a part of, and we School, which runs from July 9 through 28; “On the first day of classes,” he continued, stay as an option to the regular program. told them about UCU and the history of see http://www.os.ucu.edu.ua/en/ipss.html. “we got right down to business: listened to Such a homestay was organized by his some of the costumes that we were model- More general information about UCU is news on TV to get acquainted with the tutor in the village of Duliby, where for a ing… As a matter of fact, I participated in a available through its website, www.ucu. speedy delivery, which is the norm. All UCU modest but much-appreciated fee he wedding done in traditional costumes, not edu.ua/eng/, and through the Ukrainian participants went out together. We went to stayed with the neighbors “and practiced a usual practice. The bride happened to be Catholic Education Foundation, www.ucef. lunch and dinner together and to various my recently acquired vocabulary, which a participant in an exchange program org. student-planned excursions, as well. At bazaars and open markets meat was sold in the open air, which was surprising to me. I wouldn’t find that in America or Canada.” Attend the World Festival of Ukrainian Credit Unions The night life was eye-opening for the young man, as well. “At various dance clubs, ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The World Festival will be held July 18-21 in the city of Stryi mon bond, spirit and national identify. there is a very strict dress code. I was not of Ukrainian Credit Unions will be held and the famous Ukrainian resort The World Festival of Ukrainian Credit permitted to enter because I was wearing July 7-22 in Stryi, Ukraine. Truskavets, known for its mineral springs. Unions is expected to attract credit union gym shoes. ‘Klasychni cherevyky [dress On July 7, in celebration of the United It will and culminate with a Ukrainian representatives from various regions of shoes only]!’ One of the last evenings in Nations International Day of Cooperatives, folkloric festival, Expressions of Stryi, on Ukraine, the United States, Canada, Lviv, a small group of UCU students went to the festival will begin with a pilgrimage to Sunday, July 22. This year’s festival is ded- Lithuania, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Georgia Vysokyi Zamok [High Castle, the highest the village of Zarvanytsia, Ternopil Oblast, icated to the 20th anniversary of the rein- and other Ukrainian communities around point in Lviv] to watch the sunrise. We fell in western Ukraine, known for its miracle- troduction and rebirth of the credit union the world. Festival partners include asleep for a while watching the sky above working icon of the Mother of God. movement in Ukraine and to the German cooperatives, the All-Ukrainian us,” he fondly recalled. During the two-week festival other International Year of Cooperatives, as Association of Credit Unions and several “An international city” events will include a religious procession declared by the United Nations for 2012. other organizations. to Mount Yavir, tours and excursions Today, there are 610 Ukrainian credit Organizers cordially invite credit union He reported that he heard many lan- through the Carpathian mountains, an unions in Ukraine, 15 in the United States, members and all Ukrainians in spirit from guages on the streets and in the cafes of artists’ festival called The Palette of Stryi, seven in Canada and one in Australia. In the U.S. and Canada to participate in the Lviv, which he described as “an internation- a festival of music and song called addition to financial services, Ukrainian festival in support of the Ukrainian spirit. al city.” And the UCU summer school itself Halaktion and a book fair dubbed Buy and cooperatives and credit union associa- For more festival information and had students from Canada, Australia, Read Ukrainian! tions support various local community details, please visit the official website at England, the United States, including The Forum of Ukrainian Credit Unions activities to promote the Ukrainian com- www.wfucu.org.ua. Alaska, and even Mexico. S16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19 No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S17 S18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 No. 19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... JOURNEYS: Ukrainians in Puerto Rico living here, usually by word of mouth. I have made it my personal passion and journey to bring together all Ukrainians on this island. It has been a successful and enjoyable endeavor, as I have estimated that we have about 20 Ukrainians living here in Puerto Rico. Now we know about each other, and we are proud to have a small “hromada” (community). The members of our Logo of the community of Ukrainians Ukrainian hromada come from different in Puerto Rico. regions in Ukraine, from Uzhorod, Kyiv, Crimea, Ternopil, Kryvyi Rih, to name just a by Sophia Sushailo few. Each of us has a different and unique story of how we got to Puerto Rico. Among SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – I’m originally our group are scientists, artists, professors from the Ivano-Frankivsk region in western and entrepreneurs. Ukraine, where I grew up. I consider life an The main spark for us to organize as exciting journey, as it has taken me to many Ukrainians in Puerto Rico occurred last places. Just over three years ago, my hus- year, when Ukraine celebrated the 20th band and I moved to Puerto Rico, an island anniversary of its renewed independence. in the Caribbean. As a result, we, as Ukrainians in Puerto Rico, Eric Gabriel I found the population of Puerto Rico (4 organized our first public event “Celebrate Ukrainians in Puerto Rico with Syzokryli performers during the Feria del Libro y las million people) to be rather homogeneous. Ukraine!” on October 24, 2011, at the Artes festival in Old San Juan. Only 5 percent of the island population is University of Puerto Rico on the Rio Piedras “non-Puerto Rican,” despite the fact that Campus in San Juan. This was the first year of 2011 – the 20th anniversary of inde- The San Juan festival, which took place Puerto Rico is a territory of the United Ukrainian cultural event in the history of pendence – to help the people of Puerto on February 8-12, was a very emotional States with one of the highest population Puerto Rico and the entire Caribbean. Rico learn about Ukraine and to hear our event for all of us. During the event, we felt a densities in the world (400 inhabitants per During our first event, we had a perfor- independent Ukrainian voice. spiritual unity with our compatriots, shar- square kilometer). mance of local talents fused with Ukrainian I was delighted to see how much help we ing our dear Ukrainian customs, traditions Naturally, I wanted to reach out to my songs, dance and acrobatic art. The universi- received from our friends in the Puerto and conscience, regardless of our location in Ukrainian compatriots in Puerto Rico to ty band Tuna performed at our event to build Rican community and from communities in the world. I am sure the feeling was similar share our values, traditions and language as a cultural bridge with traditional Spanish the continental U. S. for our non-profit for Mr. Pagan, who came to his Puerto Rican a cultural minority here. At first I felt like I music and songs, reflecting the local cultural event, which was open to the public event. homeland to share with his people what he was Robinson Crusoe on a deserted tropical heritage. At the event, we also served tradi- For example, a local food and beverage com- does best. (A story about the Syzokryli in island of 9,000 square kilometers, thinking tional Ukrainian food, borsch and varenyky, pany responded to my request for support Puerto Rico appeared in the March 4 issue that there was nobody else here from prepared by our community members. and provided juice refreshments for our of The Ukrainian Weekly in the “Generation Ukraine. Two other Ukrainian women who live in event. The University of Puerto Rico, Rio Uke” section.) As I started to integrate into the Puerto Puerto Rico, Natalka Yanuk and Oksana Piedras campus, reserved a space for us to We are immensely grateful that the Rican English-Spanish-speaking communi- Stelmah, and I met and decided that we lit- hold our event. Syzokryli came to perform in Puerto Rico ty, I started to learn about other Ukrainians erally “need to do something” in that crucial Despite our geographical isolation and and to represent Ukraine at the festival. We the very small size of our Ukrainian com- also thank Ms. Toporowych, a true sparkling munity and resources in Puerto Rico, we personality, for her fruitful efforts to intro- have never felt isolated in spirit. During our duce Ukraine through her film “Folk!” to the event planning and preparation, when I world. The Ukrainian performance was a reached out to fellow Ukrainians in the con- success judging by the warm and heartfelt tinental U. S., we received many forms of welcome and support that Ukrainian cul- support. For example, the Ukrainian ture has received from the people of Puerto Embassy in Washington and the Ukrainian Rico. Congress Committee of America (based in Our efforts are paying off, and more and New York) sent us information materials more people in Puerto Rico are learning and films; and Ukrainian friends from New about Ukraine. I think each of us has an York and Chicago sent us boxes with can- opportunity to do something to (as the dies made in Ukraine to give away during patriotic songs says) “pidiimaty tu chervonu our first event. kalynu” of Ukraine, our homeland. Our first event was so successful that it For example, last month I was invited to has created a positive ripple response the monthly meeting of the Consular Corps throughout the community in and outside of Puerto Rico to speak about our commu- of Puerto Rico. Our primary goal was nity in Puerto Rico and about our group, accomplished: the Puerto Rican community Ukrainians in Puerto Rico. I mentioned that “met” Ukraine and they welcomed our cul- newly independent Ukraine in years is tural traditions wholeheartedly, anticipating younger than I, explaining that we are a more such events. rather young country on the geopolitical When I was told about the festival Feria map of the world, and that the Ukrainian del Libro y las Artes planned by the city of path to freedom and independence was, San Juan, I knew this was a wonderful and still is, an ongoing battle. I believe that if opportunity for Ukrainian culture to be pro- we know who we are and what our roots moted further. As our community in Puerto are, we know where we are going and Rico is very small, I knew we needed to growing under the Caribbean sun. recruit help from Ukrainians in the conti- We continue to introduce Ukraine to nental U.S. to have a colorful cultural debut Puerto Rico. We joined with the Hecho en at the city festival. Europa (Made in Europe) film festival in First, I heard from Roxy Toporowych, a Puerto Rico. We showed a series of filmmaker and director, who contacted me Ukrainian films in the local cinema in with the intent of bringing her wonderful March, and we had several lectures about film “Folk!” to Puerto Rico. Then, I heard Ukrainian cinema by Dr. Yuri Shevchuk, from Orlando Pagan, director of the dynam- whom we invited from Columbia University ic Syzokryli Ukrainian Dance Ensemble in in New York. New York. I spoke with Ms. Toporowych We are looking forward to welcoming and Mr. Pagan to see what we could do more Ukrainian visitors to Puerto Rico and together for the performance in the festival to more events promoting our blue-and-yel- in Puerto Rico. I went to present our idea of low culture. We welcome ideas and sugges- the fused Ukrainian performance and par- tions from our fellow compatriots outside ticipation in the festival to San Juan city offi- of Puerto Rico about how to demonstrate cials. As they already knew about our per- the best of Ukraine under the tropical sun formance in the first Ukrainian event, they and on the blue waters of the Caribbean. loved the idea and accepted it. And it all Contact: Sophia Sushailo, ukrainiansin- worked out nicely. [email protected] or 787-342-5219. No.19 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012 S19

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do... Prepare for summer 2012 at Ukrainian American Youth Association “Oselia”

by Andrij Stasiw ELLENVILLE, N.Y. – Excitement and anticipation burn in the hearts of all Ukrainian American Youth Association members as they prepare for camps and a summer of festi- vals, camping, outdoor recreation and outdoor dances under the newly constructed pavilions at their campsite here in Ellenville, N.Y., popularly known as “Oselia.” Last year’s renaissance and rebuilding continues thanks to generous donations from members and Ukrainian insti- tutions. This year’s projects include refurbishing and rebuilding the Olympic-sized swimming pool, building and remodeling bungalows, repairing and replacing roofs, and a host of other capital improvement projects. A focal point of this summer’s events includes the Nadiya Ye! Festival scheduled for the weekend of June 29

View of the audience at the Nadiya Ye! Festival 2011, which featured the Mad Heads XL from Ukraine. through July 1. This year’s guest performers from Ukraine Another tradition scheduled for the weekend of August are Mandry, an internationally popular and powerful folk- 4-5 is the annual Lemko Vatra. This colorful festival is rock group with a style uniquely their own. The main con- unique in its style and entertainment that focuses on the cert is scheduled for Saturday, June 30, at 9 p.m. Members deep cultural traditions and heritage of Lemkivschyna and and non-members who attended the hugely popular and the Carpathian regions of Ukraine. successful Mad Heads XL concert in the summer of 2011 This year, the UAYA camp will bring back a 20-year-old can attest to the powerful sound, staging and lighting, pro- tradition of offering a “zabava” every weekend for its mem- vided by IKO Productions from Detroit, and offered on the bership and guests. This year’s featured band is the new main concert lawn as a sublime venue for such a concert. and yet already popular, Holosni Susidy (Loud Neighbors). Friday night will feature a meet-and-greet acoustic concert Rooted in their Ukrainian heritage, band members focus by Mandry in the banquet hall. their music on past and current Ukrainian hits with an July 28 will feature a superstar reunion concert by the eclectic repertoire of tangos, waltzes, kolomyikas and legendary Darka & Slavko. In honor of the 25th anniversa- Ukrainian rock. ry of their first CD release, they have agreed to reunite for a This summer will also include a golf tournament, a soft- one-evening-only special concert to benefit Oselia. Their ball tournament, Dibrova Lounge pub nights, and a variety very popular recordings and concerts have wowed audi- of weekend performances by Ukrainian folk dance groups, ences throughout the world. In 1989, Darka & Slavko singers and much more. attained the coveted first-place honors for the best interna- For information about weekend events or children’s tional band at the first Chervona Ruta Festival in camps, please call 845-647-7230 or visit cym.org/us/ Darka & Slavko on the cover of their CD release “Believe.” Chernivtsi, Ukraine. ellenville.

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