INSIDE: • Vital Voices conference for women held in Kyiv — page 3. • A moment of silence on November 24 — page 5. • Are you really Ukrainian? A scholar speaks — page 9. HE KRAINIAN EEKLY T PublishedU by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profitW association Vol. LXXV No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 $1/$2 in Ukraine The Holodomor’s 75th anniversary We bow our heads in memory of 10 million November 17 marks the official beginning of the year marking the 75th anniversary of the Holodomor, the Famine-Genocide of 1932- 1933 in Ukraine, whose death toll was up to 10 million. On November 17 New York City will be the site of a “March of Remembrance” and requiem service dedicated to the victims of the Holodomor. Commemorations of this solemn anniversary will continue worldwide through 2007-2008 as the Ukrainian nation mourns the men, women and children deliberately starved to death by the regime of Joseph Stalin. Seen on the left is late artist Bohdan Pevny’s depiction of the Holodomor: a work titled “Zemlia,” or “The Earth” (oil on canvas, 1963). Dedicated to the memory of the 1932-1933 Famine, the work is based on a clip from the renowned Oleksander Dovzhenko’s film on the same subject. The painting is now owned by the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the U.S.A. and is housed at the Church’s center “The Earth” by Bohdan Pevny. in South Bound Brook, N.J.

Ukrainian Canadian Congress focuses Party of the Regions leaders delay on “Connecting Our Community” convocation of new Verkhovna Rada WINNIPEG, Manitoba – The national developed. by Zenon Zawada haven’t taken from the country. That’s coordinating body for Ukrainian A critical review was undertaken of Kyiv Press Bureau why they’re holding up the process,” Ms. Canadians – the Ukrainian Canadian how the UCC can better serve its mem- Tymoshenko charged. Congress (UCC) – concluded its 22nd bership and the broader community. All KYIV – Since the announcement of PRU National Deputy-Elect Rasia triennial congress in Winnipeg on the sessions produced important resolu- the official parliamentary election results, Bohatyriova denied accusations her col- October 19-22 under the slogan tions which were adopted by the conven- the Party of the Regions of Ukraine has leagues are intentionally stalling the “Connecting Our Community.” tion and which will serve as a guide for repeated its standard rhetoric of uniting preparations for the next parliamentary The congress elected Toronto lawyer the UCC Board of Directors for the next for the sake of the nation and getting convocation. All the party’s elected and businessperson Paul Grod as its three years. These resolutions will be down to the business of governing. deputies must be registered with the Once again, the rhetoric proved hol- national president. In his acceptance available on the UCC website, Central Election Commission (CEC) low as Party of the Regions leaders speech, Mr. Grod outlined a program of www.ucc.ca. before they can take part in the working refused to attend the first three working increasing the reach of the UCC to make Particular attention was devoted to group, she alleged. group meetings to prepare for the sixth it more active in Canadian society. He connecting Ukrainian Canadian youths At the third attempt to convene the convocation of the Verkhovna Rada, said he plans to ensure that the to the work of the UCC. A highlight of working group on November 8, the the congress was the concurrent meeting recruiting the Communist Party of majority of PRU deputies had yet to reg- Holodomor Famine-Genocide of 1932- Ukraine and Volodymyr Lytvyn Bloc to 1933 in Ukraine is properly commemo- of the Ukrainian Canadian Student’s ister with the CEC and were trickling in Union, commonly known by its their cause. on an individual basis. rated this year, its 75th anniversary. Their absence denied the necessary Mr. Grod also pledged that the UCC Ukrainian acronym SUSK, which for the Politicians’ predictions for the date of first time in many years held its national 16-vote quorum to initiate the session of the first Verkhovna Rada sessions ranged will have a government and public the working group, which was attended affairs presence in Ottawa by October convention in conjunction with the UCC between November 16 and 25, which is congress. The UCC committed itself to by 15 representatives of the Yulia the deadline that authorizes the Ukrainian 2008. Tymoshenko and Our Ukraine–People’s He thanked outgoing UCC President assisting SUSK in reinvigorating its net- president to call new elections. (The work across Canada. Self-Defense blocs, who promised to Constitution also states that the president Orysia Sushko for her tremendous work form the next coalition government. on behalf of the organization and Changes to the UCC Constitution can’t call new elections within a year of “They’re trying to hold onto their gov- pre-term elections.) acknowledged the numerous successes were adopted which will allow for more direct participation of UCC branches in ernment as long as possible,” Ms. While the Russian-oriented forces that characterized her tenure as presi- the working of the UCC’s central deci- Tymoshenko said of her arch rival, the appeared to stall, tensions within the dent. sion-making organs and will see the elec- Party of the Regions (PRU), accusing its diverse and fragile Our Ukraine – Delegates at the well-attended meet- tion of all executive officers directly by politicians of sabotage and abusing the People’s Self-Defense Bloc (OU-PSD) ing discussed a variety of issues, includ- the triennial congress. Constitution of Ukraine. continued to simmer. ing the preservation of Canada’s During the convention, Taras “In this time, they are continuing Three OU-PSD elected deputies – Ihor Ukrainian heritage, Ukrainian language Shevchenko Medals, the UCC’s highest shadow privatization of land. They are Kril, Vasyl Petiovka and Ivan Pliusch – education, the UCC’s support for the form of recognition, were awarded to a continuing to divide the nation’s had yet to sign an agreement to form the continued development of Ukrainian number of deserving individuals. In the resources and properties in the shadow. democratic forces coalition with the Canadian culture and how Canada’s rela- And, of course, they need a bit more time tionship with Ukraine will be further (Continued on page 8) because there’s something they still (Continued on page 3) 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 ANALYSIS NEWSBRIEFSNEWSBRIEFS

President’s party is weakest link Tymoshenko sees deliberate delay William Taylor said on November 5 that Ukraine’s possible accession to NATO in planned Orange coalition KYIV – Yulia Tymoshenko, the leader depends exclusively on a decision by the of the bloc bearing her name, said on Ukrainian public, and that no NATO by Taras Kuzio the removal of businessmen accused of November 6 that the Party of the Regions members will push Ukraine toward join- Eurasia Daily Monitor corruption, OU-PSD received the same (PRU) is deliberately delaying the work ing the alliance, Ukrainian media report- 14 percent of the vote as our Ukraine did of a group preparing the opening session ed. If Ukraine wants to join NATO, Mr. Friday, November 2, was the last day last year. of the Verkhovna Rada elected in the Taylor continued, the alliance’s doors will that the Our Ukraine – People’s Self Fourth, prior to the elections OU-PSD September 30 elections, Interfax reported. be open, but the first step will be for Defense (OU-PSD) bloc could collect leaders committed themselves to unite The group, consisting of party representa- Ukraine to embark on a NATO signatures to support a “democratic” their nine marginal parties into a single tives in numbers proportional to the num- Membership Action Plan. Mr. Taylor also (Orange) coalition with the Yulia pro-presidential force. However, this has ber of seats won by their respective blocs said that accession to NATO does not Tymoshenko Bloc (YTB). YTB national not happened and is unlikely to occur in the new Parliament, met for the first automatically entail the deployment of deputies have openly expressed their fear while President Yushchenko wavers over time on November 6. PRU representa- foreign military bases or nuclear weapons that disunity in OU-PSD will lead to an which coalition to support. tives left the meeting, arguing that they on Ukrainian territory. The ambassador unstable Orange coalition and a political Two of the parties in OU-PSD have will attend preparations for the opening of added that NATO allies share the values crisis in 2008. already stated that their deputies will not the Verkhovna Rada only after the Central of democracy, a market economy and By November 2, 69 of the 72 OU- vote for legislation on the imperative Election Commission officially registers mutual security. Ukraine’s prime minister PSD deputies had signed. The fact that mandate, which penalizes deputies for new lawmakers. Ms. Tymoshenko said and president believe that the public three deputies have not signed is signifi- leaving their factions with the threat of that the reason for the absence of the PRU should offer their opinions on NATO cant. As the Orange coalition only has a losing their seat. YTB initiated that regu- is “evident.” “They want to retain their entry in a referendum. But President slim majority of 228 deputies (156 YTB lation in the outgoing Parliament, but the government for as long as possible, and Viktor Yushchenko recently said that the plus 72 OU-PSD) in the 450-seat legislation was never adopted. during this time, they are continuing the Ukrainian people are not well enough Verkhovna Rada, a parliamentary motion Mr. Baloha reminded OU-PSD that it shadow privatization of property,” she informed about NATO, and that such a for Yulia Tymoshenko to become prime had agreed to unification steps prior to said, adding that the first session of the referendum therefore should not be held minister would fail if the trio sat out. the elections and that the aim is to build new Parliament will be held with or with- within the next few years. (RFE/RL The three absentees are National a presidential party. But so far there is no out the Party of the Regions. (RFE/RL Newsline) Security and Defense Council (NSDC) legal mechanism to merge parties; Newsline) Ukrainians divided on Orange coalition Secretary Ivan Pliusch and two deputies instead the members of the eight parties Working group preps for new Rada from Zakarpattia, the only district OU- would need to self-liquidate and then KYIV – A survey conducted by the PSD won in the September 30 elections. join Our Ukraine. KYIV – The chairman of the Public Opinion – Ukraine foundation The two – Ihor Kril and Vasyl Petiovka – In contrast, YTB and the Party of the Verkhovna Rada’s fifth convocation, shows that 45 percent of Ukrainians sup- are allies of the head of the Presidential Regions emerged from the 2006 and Oleksander Moroz, kicked off a meeting port a coalition between the Yulia Secretariat, Viktor Baloha, himself a 2007 parliamentary elections as of a working group to prepare for the first Tymoshenko Bloc (YTB) and the Our native of Zakarpattia. Ukraine’s only real party machines. The sitting of the Rada’s sixth convocation on Ukraine – People’s Self-Defense bloc This situation is yet another indicator personal charisma of Ms. Tymoshenko in November 6. The lone representative of (OU-PSD) in the new Verkhovna Rada, that OU-PSD would be an unstable part- YTB and the Soviet-style discipline in the Party of the Regions in attendance, while 42 percent are against it, Interfax ner in either the planned Orange coali- the Party of the Regions means their reported on November 5. The same coali- tion or a theoretical grand coalition with Raisa Bohatyriova, recommended that the ranks act as a united front. meeting be put off until the registration of tion with the addition of the Volodymyr the rival Party of the Regions. Fifth, there are five influential groups Lytvyn Bloc received the support of 41 First, it shows that President Viktor national deputies is completed by the in OU-PSD who are openly hostile to a Central Election Commission. The meet- percent of respondents. The survey, Yushchenko has no control over his coalition with the “populist” YTB and to answered by 2,000 Ukrainians between deputies. They have ignored his October ing was not attended by representatives of Ms. Tymoshenko’s return as prime min- the Communist Party of Ukraine. CPU October 18 and 28, also found that other 30 demand that “all of those colleagues ister. These include the pro-grand coali- possible coalitions, between the Party of who had not signed the declaration on a leader Petro Symonenko said he is against tion wing of OU-PSD grouped around holding the sitting without the participa- the Regions and OU-PSD, or between the personal level [should] do so as quickly former Prime Minister Yurii Yekhanurov, tion of the PRU. According to law, the Party of the Regions and the YTB, have as possible.” Sobor party leader Anatolii Matvienko working group should comprise members the approval of 25 percent and 14 percent Second, Mr. Yushchenko is now and Petro Poroshenko, a businessman of Ukrainians, respectively. (RFE/RL who have already been registered by the wavering on key agreements, including who withdrew from the OU-PSD 2007 Newsline) CEC. The deadline for registration is Our Ukraine’s February 24 agreement to election list in exchange for the position November 16. As of November 6 the cooperate on a future coalition with of chairman of the National Bank of Kyiv postpones WTO accession CEC registered 243 national deputies. YTB, an inter-party agreement on Ukraine. (Ukrinform) KYIV – Ukraine, which hoped to com- August 2 that ruled out either YTB or A second group has coalesced around plete its 14-year-long talks to join the OU-PSD joining a coalition with the NSDC Secretary Pliusch. The NSDC Envoy comments on Ukraine and NATO Party of the Regions or the Communists, under President Yushchenko has mor- and an October 15 draft coalition agree- phed from an institution involved in for- KYIV – U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine (Continued on page 14) ment between YTB and OU-PSD that mulating national security policy into a was reinforced by an October 29 OU- shadow government. PSD presidium meeting. A third group is aligned around Mr. FOUNDED 1933 Any betrayal of these commitments Baloha, who has been tempted by a Party THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY and agreements risks voter wrath. The of the Regions offer to back him as Socialists learned that lesson this year, prime minister in a grand coalition that An English-language newspaper published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., when voters angry over their betrayal of a non-profit association, at 2200 Route 10, P.O. 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Antipathy toward Ms. Mariyka Pendzola, subscriptions (973) 292-9800, ext. 3042 the photo captions, although it was cor- e-mail: [email protected] rectly cited in the story. (Continued on page 22) No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 3 10th annual Vital Voices of Eurasia conference meets in Kyiv by Zenon Zawada Ukrainian American. Kyiv Press Bureau In welcoming the conference and serv- ing as its honorary co-chair, Ms. KYIV – When Hillary Clinton and Yushchenko cited activist and writer Madeleine Albright launched the first Solomiya Pavlychko, who wrote, “There Vital Voices of Eurasia conference 10 are not separate female problems. There years ago in Vienna, it was geared pre- are problems of society.” cisely towards women such as Oksana Without the support of non-govern- Horbunova, a pioneer in the fight against mental organizations and citizens’ organi- human trafficking in Ukraine. zations, and the active participation of In her attempts to combat a sophisticat- women, such problems won’t be effec- ed international criminal operation at the tively resolved by government alone, she time, Ms. Horbunova had few contacts said. beyond Kyiv, where the Ministry of Women make up 54 percent of the Internal Affairs was doing little to investi- Ukrainian population, but they are largely gate the problem and showed little inter- absent from society’s leadership posi- est in listening to her. tions, where key, strategic decisions are “I had access to resources – connec- made, noted Ms. Yushchenko. For exam- tions and relationships – she would have ple, only 10 percent of Ukraine’s mem- no way been able to access on her own,” bers of Parliament are women. said Melanne Verveer, co-founder of the The average wage of women in Vital Voices Global Partnerships and Ms. Ukraine is 69 percent that of their male Horbunova’s mentor ever since their counterparts, which becomes especially meeting. difficult when women begin receiving Zenon Zawada These resources made possible the first pensions based on their lifetime wages. Vital Voices Global Partnership Co-Founder Melanne Verveer (left) and Oksana international law enforcement meeting on Almost 80 percent of medical, educa- Horbunova of the International Organization for Migration, who have worked human trafficking in Kyiv, one of dozens tion and cultural workers in Ukraine are together ever since the first Vital Voices of Eurasia conference held 10 years ago of initiatives that would not have been women, she said, and these are some of in Vienna. possible if Vital Voices hadn’t reached out the worst paid jobs in the economy. “I am to Ukraine’s budding female leaders. convinced that only thanks to them – true corporate responsibility by supporting “Women as an Economic Force,” Ms. Horbunova and her Ukrainian col- professionals, enthusiasts of their matters many cultural and social projects; Natalie “Increasing Women’s Legal and Human leagues returned their gratitude by wel- and patriots – Ukraine is successfully Jaresko, who finances projects to support Rights,” “Combating Human Trafficking coming and hosting more than 150 renewing itself and developing,” she said. small-and middle-businesses through her and Violence Against Women” and women in Kyiv for the 10th annual Vital The first lady specifically praised investment company Horizon Capital and “Political Leadership and Fighting Voices of Eurasia Leadership Summit for Maryna Krysa of Friends of Children, is personally involved with cultural and Corruption.” Women and Girls, held on October 14-17 which helped practically every orphanage medical programs; and Kateryna Group sessions involved training in at the Diplomatic Academy of the in Ukraine; Ms. Franchuk, who awakens Levchenko of La Strada, an organization communications skills, leadership tech- Ministry of Foreign Affairs. society’s awareness about the danger of that returns dignity and human rights to niques, advocacy, negotiations, accessing Among those attending were First AIDS; Ruslana Lyzhychko, who uses her hundreds of Ukrainian women who were capital and strategic planning. Lady of Ukraine Kateryna Yushchenko, artistic talents to raise awareness on trafficking victims. Ten years after launching an incubator former Canadian Prime Minister Kim human trafficking; Marta Kolomayets, Though a decade has passed, many of for female leaders, this year’s conference Campbell, anti-AIDS Foundation Chair who actively raises funds to support the problems confronting the women of demonstrated the strength and maturity of Elena Franchuk, CNN U.S. Affairs Editor women with cancer and organizes pro- Eurasia remain. the relationships that were formed and the Jill Dougherty and U.S. astronaut grams for female leaders; Sonia Soutus, a Each day of the conference addressed a Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper, a Coca-Cola executive who demonstrates relevant theme in the women’s lives – (Continued on page 20)

of proposed changes to the democratic Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper Party of the Regions... forces coalition agreement. (Continued from page 1) The changes deal with administrative attends Vital Voices conference Tymoshenko Bloc. reform, the imperative mandate prohibit- “This is not a legal document,” Mr. ing deputies from switching factions, by Zenon Zawada Kril said in defending his stance. “It’s returning lost Soviet-era Oschadbank Kyiv Press Bureau only needed to demonstrate to people.” savings and Ukraine’s entry into the He made his statement after the bloc North Atlantic Treaty Organization. KYIV – One of the most vital voices issued two statements, one in Mr. Kril’s The party, led by Anatolii Matviyenko, to emerge recently belongs to name, declaring that all its members, also proposed a set of bills for immediate Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper, a role without exception, would sign the agree- passage. Should the bloc’s political coun- model for women pursuing careers in the ment by November 5. cil reject the proposals, the Sobor party challeging field of aerospace and engi- Meanwhile, the Sobor Ukrainian stated that it would reserve the right to neering. Republican Party, one of nine parties of sign the coalition agreement with reser- Attending her first Vital Voices con- the OU-PSD, on November 8 sent a list vations. ference during her second visit to Ukraine, Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper said she was impressed with the women involved and the Vital Voices Global Partnership’s mission of investing in women to trans- Quotable notes form the world. “There are quite a number of amazing “… It is important that Europe and the United States do what we can to help people out there working to improve Ukraine reach levels of prosperity and stability that will mark the end of its tran- conditions for women, improve their sition. lives and empower women to go on their “We can support Ukraine’s efforts to build a stronger economy by enhancing own,” she told The Ukrainian Weekly. our trade relationships. If and when the people of Ukraine are ready, we can and “We discussed social issues, examining Zenon Zawada should encourage their integration into the European Union and NATO. the aspects of women as an economic U.S. astronaut Heidemarie Stefanyshyn- “We should also continue to send sincere people to Ukraine to assist force.” Piper at the 10th annual Vital Voices of Ukrainians with the technical aspects of developing civil society. Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper emerged as a Eurasia conference held in Kyiv. “We have the largest Peace Corps program in the world in Ukraine and a role model among Ukrainians and the variety of other cultural and educational exchange programs. This is key because diaspora alike in September 2006 after Vital Voices Global Partnership Co- we need more ambassadors than any State Department could ever produce. serving as a mission specialist on the Founder and fellow Ukrainian American “We must remember that this is Ukraine’s journey, and that we cannot take it space shuttle Atlantis, where the crew Melanne Verveer extended the invitation for them. But we have a moral responsibility to support Ukrainians in their pur- spent 12 days successfully restarting the to Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper to attend the suit of freedom and democracy. assembly of the International Space first Vital Voices conference in Ukraine “We must help them realize their potential as a nation and support the cre- Station. on October 14-17. ation of a space where individuals can realize their ambitions. This is who and In January, industrial and media mag- On this trip, Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper what we are, what we believe in, and as a free and independent nation, Ukraine nate Victor Pinchuk arranged for Ms. stayed for only five days in Kyiv because has a share in that legacy.” Stefanyshyn-Piper to visit Ukraine for she is already preparing for her next the first time. She engaged in several space mission, a return to the – Sen. Joseph R. Biden Jr., chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign high-profile meetings in Kyiv and visited International Space Station planned for Relationsand candidate for the Democratic nomination for president, in a letter the humble Lviv-area villages where her to Roundtable VIII on “Ukraine’s Quest for Mature Nation Statehood.” relatives live. (Continued on page 20) 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 Ukrainian American Youth Association convenes plenum by Orest Kozicky Andrij Bihun, the national board’s “bulavnyi,” then presented a general PARMA, Ohio – On Saturday and overview of the status of the UAYA Sunday, October 27-28, representatives national board, including its financial from Ukrainian American Youth report and the status of UAYA branches Association (UAYA) branches through- and regional camp resorts in the United out the United States convened for a States. plenum at the Cleveland UAYA’s build- A discussion session followed, allow- ing in Parma. ing the national board to address issues Bohdan Harhaj, president of the raised by branch representatives. UAYA national board in the United Roman Kozicky and Chrystia States, opened Saturday’s sessions by Weresczak, respectively, the eastern and welcoming the 50 participants. He and western regional U.S.A. coordinators for the UAYA national board, moderated the first Saturday session, which addressed the question of what is the primary goal of the UAYA. Yurij Symchyk and Lesia Harhaj mod- erated the second session, which addressed the issue of how to keep col- lege-age members active in the organiza- tion and in the Ukrainian diaspora. Both sessions were followed by lively UAYA national board members (from right): Bohdan Harhaj, Andrij Bihun and discussions and a healthy exchange of Myron Pryjmak during the plenum. ideas. The Saturday session ended with a vechirka hosted by the Cleveland UAYA general. A wide variety of problems and the final session which addressed issues and its hosting committee chair Ihor constructive criticisms were presented. in the education of the youth members of Diaczun. The detrimental effects of assimilation, the UAYA. After presenting their views, On Sunday, the UAYA plenum partici- competition with extracurricular school the two leaders conducted a youth educa- pants took part in divine liturgy at the and other recreational activities, and tion workshop, which opened another Cathedral of the Ukrainian Catholic parental apathy were some of the greatest lively discussion. Eparchy of St. Josaphat of Parma, Ohio. obstacles encountered by many in the During the opening session on UAYA leadership. Several approaches to Mr. Harhaj closed the plenum by Sunday, Mr. Harhaj conducted an open these mutual problems were discussed. thanking the members of the Cleveland Lesia Harhaj and Yurij Symchyk speak forum that provided each UAYA branch Olenka Halkowycz and Marijka UAYA hosting committee for their work during a session on keeping college-age the opportunity to present problems spe- Polisczuk, the co-directors of education and all of the branch representatives for members involved. cific to its region and within UAYA in for the UAYA national board, moderated their participation.

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Chmil No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 5 FOR THE RECORD: UNESCO A moment of silence resolution on the Holodomor On November 1 the General Conference The General Conference, on November 24 of UNESCO adopted a resolution on Remembering the Great Famine “Remembrance of Victims of the Great (Holodomor), that took innocent lives of On November 2, 2007, the presi- ancestors, including children, who in Famine (Holodomor) in Ukraine.” The fol- millions of Ukrainians in 1932-1933, dent of Ukraine issued a decree titled 1932-1933 suffered a horrible death lowing information about the resolution Equally commemorating the memory of “On observing in 2007 a Day of by starvation. was provided by the Consulate General of millions of Russians, Kazakhs and repre- Remembrance for the Victims of the Symbolically in union with our Ukraine in Toronto. sentatives of other nationalities who died of Holodomor” in which he announced: brothers and sisters in Ukraine as one starvation in 1932-1933 in the Volga river At its seventh meeting the Commission “On November 24, 2007, at the family, let us render proper respect to region, Northern Caucasus, Kazakhstan and time of 16:00 [4 p.m.] a moment of examined item 14.3 – “Remembrance of the millions of victims – the blood in other parts of the former Soviet Union, silence to honor the memory of the Victims of the Great Famine (Holodomor) and soul of the Ukrainian people, our in Ukraine” and decided to establish a Recalling the Joint Statement on the 70th victims of the genocide of the anniversary of the Great Famine Ukrainian people, at that time halting murdered brethren. Together let us Working Group composed of Argentina, feel a spiritual unity as well as the Canada, Egypt, Germany, Kazakhstan, (Holodomor) of 1932-1933 in Ukraine that work in all government facilities tragedy of our shared grief. Let us do Norway, Poland, the Russian Federation, was circulated as an official document of national and local, at businesses, nothing at that moment except utter Serbia, Ukraine, Tajikistan and the United the United Nations General Assembly and institutions and organizations (except States to discuss this item and in particular in which the Great Famine (Holodomor) facilities, where this is not permitted audibly or silently the words: “May the draft resolution contained in Paragraph was officially recognized as the national due to technological concerns), pub- their memory be eternal.” 6 of the Annex of Document 34 C/50 in tragedy of the Ukrainian people, lic traffic and private transport in all view of its consideration at its eighth meet- Convinced that the tragedy of the Great populated locations preceded by Toronto-New York-Melbourne ing. Famine (Holodomor) caused by the cruel appropriate audio signals.” November 5 The commission recommended that the actions and policies of the totalitarian The Ukrainian World Congress General Conference adopt in extenso with a Stalinist regime should be a warning to the supports this initiative of the presi- For the Ukrainian World Congress: view to its inclusion in the Records of the present and future generations to cherish the dent of Ukraine and urges Ukrainians General Conference, Volume I values of democracy, human rights and the in the diaspora to join. On November Askold S. Lozynskyj (Resolutions), the draft resolution contained rule of law: 24 simultaneously corresponding President in Paragraph 6 of the Annex of Document 1. Expresses sympathy to the victims of with 4 p.m. Ukraine time, irrespec- Stefan Romaniw 34 C/50 submitted by Ukraine and co-spon- the Great Famine (Holodomor) of 1932- tive of your place of residence or sored by: Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, 1933 in Ukraine and the victims in Russia, type of activity, please set aside all Chair, International Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Kazakhstan and in other parts of the former other cares and together with the peo- Coordinating Committee Canada, Costa Rica, Côte d’Ivoire, the Soviet Union and honors the memory of ple of Ukraine observe a moment of Victor Pedenko Czech Republic, the Democratic Republic those who perished as a result of it; silence honoring the memory of 7 of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Estonia, 2. Welcomes the initiative of Ukraine to million to 10 million of our innocent General Secretary France, Gabon, Georgia, Guatemala, organize the commemorations on the occa- Guinea, Honduras, Kazakhstan, Kenya, sion of the 75th anniversary of the Great Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Famine (Holodomor) of 1932-1933 in Madagascar, Mauritius, Monaco, Niger, Ukraine and invites member-states to con- Conference in D.C. focuses Nigeria, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, sider taking part in those and similar com- Poland, the Republic of Moldova, Senegal, memorative events; Suriname, Swaziland, Tajikistan, The for- 3. Calls upon the member-states to con- mer Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, the sider promoting awareness of the Great on Holodomor of 1932-1933 United States of America, Uruguay, Famine (Holodomor) remembrance by Ukrinform torical circumstances and dwelled on the Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), means of incorporating this knowledge into Holodomor of 1932-1933 in Ukraine. the educational and research programs to WASHINGTON – Dissemination of Zambia and Zimbabwe, as amended by the The speakers underscored the enormity commission. inculcate forthcoming generations with the knowledge about the Holodomor of of the tragedy inflicted on the Ukrainian The resolution reads as follows. lessons of this tragic page. 1932-1933 in Ukraine could help prevent people. crimes against humanity. This conviction was expressed by participants in the con- In the presence of Dr. Conquest him- Yushchenko signs bill criminalizing ference “Understanding Political self, the participants read a statement Violence and Repression in Our Times. addressed to President Viktor The Work of Robert Conquest” under Yushchenko. They underlined in particu- denial of Holodomor and Holocaust way in Washington on November 7, lar that research on the Holodomor deals Ukrinform won’t be directed against Russia, but reported Ukrinform’s correspondent in powerful blows to the wall of silence sur- against the totalitarian regime responsible rounding the Ukrainian nation’s tragedies KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko the United States. for the Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933. and contributes to the revival of the signed a bill on criminal responsibility for The participants in the forum organ- Ukrainian nation and state. denying the Holodomor and Holocaust in Mr. Yushchenko also expressed hope that ized by the American Enterprise Institute Ukraine, he said on November 7 in an inter- the world community will sooner or later for Public Policy Research included well- Dr. Conquest is a prominent scholar view with the press. recognize the Holodomor in Ukraine as known scholars, representatives of lead- and writer of British origin, who is a The president said he believes that the genocide against the Ukrainian nation. ing universities and research centers, research fellow at the Hoover Institution law “On the 1932-1933 Holodomor” should UNESCO’s resolution on commemorating diplomats and political experts. at Stanford University. His 30 works on contain an article on criminal responsibility. the Holodomor, which was passed on The conference focused on the impor- Soviet history and politics include “The Before the bill is registered in the November 1, confirms that two-years’ tance of Dr. Conquest’s works on the Great Terror” (1968), “Inside Stalin’s Verkhovna Rada, Mr. Yushchenko said he activity on this issue was not in vain since Soviet and other Communist political Secret Police” (1985), “The Great Terror: intends to address the Parliament on “all the 193 countries have learned about the systems of the world. The participants A Reassessment” (1990) and “The historical moments of the Holodomor.” tragedy and have recognized it, the presi- discussed the political repression and Harvest of Sorrow” (1986) about the Mr. Yushchenko stressed that the bill dent added. genocides under various social and his- 1932-1933 Famine in Ukraine. Ukrainian Australian federation releases commemorative banner ESSENDON, Australia – The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organizations (AFUO) has released special banners commemorating the 75th anniver- sary of the Famine-Genocide of 1932- 1933, in which some 10 million people died of forced starvation. The banner reads: Ukraine Remembers – the World Acknowledges. Holodomor. Ukrainian Famine – Act of Genocide 1932- 1933.” The federation has suggested that all Ukrainian churches, schools, halls, national homes and other community locations in One of the Holodomor banners released by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organizations. Australia hang banners in prominent loca- tions to inform the public about the solemn Holodomor anniversary. the Ukrainian World Congress that a special its commemorative banners. anniversary. The banners are available in horizontal (4 commemorative stamp be issued and used For more about the AFUO, which unites As well, the AFUO suggests that these by 1 meters and 2.6 by .8 meters) and verti- worldwide to commemorate the Famine- 26 community organizations throughout banners be used in any public rallies, cal (1 by 2 meters) versions. Genocide’s victims. The design suggested Australia, log on to its official website locat- marches, etc. that will be held to mark the In addition, the AFUO has suggested to by the AFUO is similar to that employed on ed at www.ozeukes.com. 6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY be overturned by the people. What would Fond memories be bad for the country is stability of oli- Remembering the Ukrainian Genocide garchic rule. Less than a week from the date of this issue, large numbers of Ukrainians are of Harvard summer It might not happen this year or even expected to arrive in New York City to recall one of history’s darkest episodes: the Dear Editor: next, and oligarchs might be still in power Holodomor, or Famine-Genocide in which 7 million to 10 million people in Ukraine for a while, but the writing is on the wall. In were systematically starved to death by the regime of Joseph Stalin. November 17 will The recent report in The Ukrainian the end, the people of Ukraine will win mark the beginning of a year of commemorations of the Holodomor that will include Weekly about the dedication of the new over the oligarchs. As prophesized by our conferences and exhibits, as well as the dedication of a memorial in Washington. offices for the Harvard Ukrainian Research bard, Taras Shevchenko, it is the people The day’s events on November 17 begin at 11:45 a.m. with a solemn “March of Institute (October 21) illustrates how far the who will finally rule under a “new and just Remembrance” from St. George Ukrainian Catholic Church to St. Patrick’s Cathedral institute has come since its founding almost law.” And their time is coming. where a requiem service is to be offered at 2 p.m. in memory of the millions of victims 40 years ago. As one of the students of its Ihor Lysyj of the Famine-Genocide. To symbolize the unity of the Ukrainian nation in remember- first Summer Program in 1971, I have Austin, Texas ing this tragedy, all participants are asked to wear embroidered shirts and blouses. watched with pride the institute and its pro- This year will mark the 16th annual memorial gathering at the landmark cathedral, grams evolve during these years. Although where in years past speakers have included diplomats, political leaders, government most of the first summer students did not An addendum officials and Church hierarchs. Among those slated to speak this year are: Andrew choose Ukrainian studies as a profession, Stuttaford, contributing editor of National Review Online; Rep. Maurice Hinchey (D- the summer at Harvard helped us mold our on D.C. roundtable Ukrainian identities. N.Y.); Ukraine’s Ambassador to the U.S. Oleh Shamshur; and Ukrainian World Dear Editor: Congress President Askold Lozynskyj. Officiating at the service will be Archbishop We came away with fond memories of Antony of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the U.S.A. and Bishop Paul the offices in the house on Massachusetts As program coordinator for Chomnycky of the Ukrainian Catholic Church; Ukrainian Catholic Metropolitan- Avenue. While the expansion of the Student “Ukraine’s Quest for Mature Nation Archbishop Stefan Soroka will attend. Center of Harvard Law School forced the Statehood Roundtable VIII: Ukraine-EU Not everyone, of course, will be able to attend the events in New York City, which institute’s move to its new quarters, the Relations,” I wish to express my sincere are organized by the National Committee to Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of house itself along with the house behind it gratitude to The Weekly for providing the Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933 that was created on the initiative of and the carriage house have been saved and coverage of the forum on its pages and UCCA. In fact, many communities are organizing their own commemorations on this moved a few blocks north along for publishing Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski’s date as well as throughout the memorial year. We encourage readers to participate in Massachusetts Avenue. keynote remarks in full (November 4). these events and to get involved in disseminating information about the Holodomor. Incidentally, the house move was report- I am also thankful that the Readers will note that the term “Holodomor” – which translates literally as death by ed on the PBS show “This Old House” and www.usukrainianrelations.org web forced starvation – is increasingly being used to refer to what we used to call the Great a time-lapse clip of the move is available on address was mentioned. Transcripts of Famine (“Velyki Holod”). That change in terminology was meant to underscore the the PBS website at http://pbs.org/thisol- the major presenters, including a number premeditated, genocidal nature of the crime committed by Stalin and his henchmen, to dhouse/home/ . of European Union country ambassadors, leave no doubt that this was no “ordinary” famine resulting from natural causes. are now available on the site. Ladimer S. Nagurney, Ph.D. And still there are some reluctant to use the “g” word: genocide. At the same time, I feel obliged to Amherst, Mass. True, many countries around the globe have passed resolutions or legislation recog- make a few addenda with regard to the nizing the Holodomor as genocide. But, the United Nations and UNESCO do not event. The RT VIII organizing entities, in refer to it as genocide, and neither does the U.S. Congress or the U.S. administration. The real divide addition to the cited Center for U.S.- In his message last year to our Holodomor observances in New York, President Ukrainian Relations, included: the George W. Bush referred to “horrific human suffering and deprivation in Ukraine in today’s Ukraine American Foreign Policy Council, the when millions died as the result of Soviet crop seizures” and a “man-made famine”; Dear Editor: Atlantic Council of the United States, he called it an “atrocity.” And, although the U.S. Commission on the Ukraine Famine, Columbia University’s East Central which was created by Congress, in its 1988 report declared the Famine of 1932-1933 The recent parliamentary elections in European Center, the Democratic a genocide, the U.S. Congress has not seen fit to pass a resolution to that effect. Ukraine were not “déjà vu” as some com- Initiatives Foundation, the Embassy of In 2007-2008, as millions of Ukrainians around the globe mourn the millions of mentators have suggested. The spectacular Ukraine to the United States, the their kinsmen who perished in 1932-1933, we all must pledge to never forget this rise in popular support for the Yulia Hollywood Trident Foundation, the genocide of our nation and to continue to work toward securing its recognition. Tymoshenko Bloc (YTB) across the map of International Republican Institute, the Ukraine heralded the beginning of a new Konrad Adenauer Stiftung in Ukraine, era in Ukrainian politics. As Ms. the National Democratic Institute, the Tymoshenko has demonstrated, there is no Polish American Ukrainian Cooperative real divide in Ukraine between East and Initiative, the U.S.-Ukraine Foundation Nov Turning the pages back... West, Pro-EU and pro-Russia as oligarchs and the U.S.-Ukraine Business Council. of all colors want us to believe. Such artifi- The RT Steering Committee was chaired cial divisions are promoted by the oli- by Ambassador Oleh Shamshur, 16 garchic clans for the feeble-minded in order Ambassador Bill Miller and former Rep. This week marks the 40th anniversary of the inaugural meeting to maintain their grip on the power and Bob Schaffer – who is presently running 1967 of the World Congress of Free Ukrainians, today known simply wealth of the country. for the seat that Sen. Wayne Allard is as the Ukrainian World Congress, held on November 16-19, The real divide in Ukraine is between vacating in 2008. The RT Steering 1967, in New York at the Hilton Hotel’s convention hall. the people and the oligarchs. On the side of Committee membership included Over 1,500 representatives of various Ukrainian organizations from 17 countries gath- people we find Ms. Tymoshenko, on the Olexandr Aleksandrovich, Ilan Berman, ered with clergy and hierarchs from the Ukrainian Catholic, Ukrainian Orthodox and side of oligarchs we find Viktor Peter Borisow, Nadia Diuk, Olga Fishel, Ukrainian Protestant Churches, as well as intellectuals and students, to form the permanent Yanukovych and his Donbas clan, and the Katie Fox, Nadia Komarnycky institution that coordinates the efforts of Ukrainians residing in the free world. “liubi druzi” (dear friends) of Viktor McConnell, Elizabeth Knight, Ilko Elected to serve two-year terms on the executive arm of the organization were: Msgr. Dr. Yushchenko. The results of the elections Kucheriv, Nico Lange, Orysia Basil Kushnir, president; John Syrnyk, vice-president; Nicholas Plawiuk, secretary-general; have revealed in all its ugliness the real Lutsewych, Lewis Madanick, Marta and Ivan Iwanchuk, treasurer. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where the executive body divide between the “have it all” oligarchs Matselioukh, John Micgiel, Jan Neutze, resides, the executive committee was to be rotated every two years among Canada, the and the “have nothing” Ukrainian popula- Steven Nix, Ulana Panchyshyn, Jan United States and Europe. Additional executive members of the presidium included: Joseph tion that is scraping by scrubbing floors in Pieklo, Herman Pirchner, Jeff Smith and Lesawyer (U.S.), Antin Melnyk (Europe), Dr. Wasyl Iwanytzky (Argentina), Stefan Plahtyn Germany and Portugal. Morgan Williams. (Brazil) and Myroslaw Boluch (Australia), vice-presidents; Ignatius M. Bilinsky (U.S.) and The spectacular electoral success of the To overlook the contribution of each Sviatoslav Fostun (Europe), deputy secretaries; and Dr. Bohdan Hnatiuk (U.S.) and Onelian Tymoshenko Bloc across the map indicates and every organization and individual Kowal (Europe), deputy treasurers. that after 16 years of oligarchic rule the listed above would not simply be an Within the framework of the congress, other organizations seized the opportunity to con- political tide in Ukraine has finally turned omission, but a gross injustice. vene with their global partners and focus their coordinated efforts, including the World in favor of the people. And oligarchs know Again, thank you for your attention. Congress of Free Ukrainian Students, over 120 Ukrainian journalists from over 10 coun- it. That is why Messrs. Yushchenko and tries and the over 500 delegates of the World Federation of Ukrainian Women’s Yanukovych both are promoting so hard a Walter Zaryckyj Organizations, which submitted resolutions to the congress. “broad” coalition (read coalition of oli- New York The World Congress of Free Ukrainians culminated in a Ukrainian Freedom Rally held garchs). And they still have enough muscle at Madison Square Garden, which attracted over 10,000 people. Following the rally, to block Ms. Tymoshenko from assuming demonstrators marched from the Garden to the Soviet Mission to the United Nations, locat- the post of prime minister that rightfully ed on 67th Street, which tied up traffic in midtown-New York for over three hours. belongs to her. Whatever they will succeed We welcome your opinion Prominent speakers of the congress included John G. Diefenbaker, former prime minis- in their underhanded tactics remains to be Letters to the Editor should be typed and ter of Canada, who recalled Taras Shevchenko’s life as “a beacon of triumph over suffering seen. signed (anonymous letters are not pub- But one thing is for sure: there will be lished). Letters are accepted also via e-mail and tragedy.” Mr. Diefenbaker denounced the actions of the Kremlin rulers for keeping mil- at [email protected]. The daytime phone lions in captivity, “refusing the right of national self-determination through free elections.” years of political instability in Ukraine. This is because the wealth and the power of the number and address of the letter-writer must For his service to the Ukrainian community, Mr. Diefenbaker was presented the be given for verification purposes. Please Shevchenko Freedom Award by Dr. Lev Dobriansky, president of the Ukrainian Congress oligarchs are staggering, while civil society note that a daytime phone number is essen- Committee of America. is still weak. However, political instability tial in order for editors to contact letter-writ- is good for Ukraine, because only through ers regarding clarifications or questions. Source: “First World Congress of Free Ukrainians held in New York,” The Ukrainian instability of oligarchic rule can the political Please note: THE LENGTH OF LETTERS Weekly, November 24, 1967. domination of parasitic and criminal clans CANNOT EXCEED 500 WORDS. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 7

Faces and Places by Myron B. Kuropas by Andrew Sorokowski Bread and hunger The Ortynsky saga The game seemed innocent enough. Works of art on this difficult topic have “History was made and observed last on a cross-country proselytization cam- We had spent that verdant spring morn- resulted. Some are appalling kitsch, but month in Philadelphia,” opined New paign, converting entire Rusyn Catholic ing on a field trip touring archaeological others are aesthetically as well as infor- Star, the Chicago’s Ukrainian Catholic parishes in the process. Uhro-Rusyns sites near Rome. After a box lunch on a mationally effective, like Bohdan eparchial newspaper on October 28. were especially susceptible to conver- grassy hill, my fellow-students decided it Pevny’s 1963 painting “Zemlia,” depict- History was made when the Synod of sion, a factor that moved the Hungarian was time for a little American football. ing a woman dying in a fertile field. Bishops of the Ukrainian Catholic government to commence financing But they didn’t have an American foot- More recently, the question has been Church was convened for the first time in Uhro-Rusyn parishes. With no Ukrainian ball. So they grabbed a panino – one of raised whether the Holodomor was a case the United States. government to assist them, Rusyn- those crusty segmented rolls that we had of genocide. So far, books like Harvard History was observed because the con- Ukrainians were left to fend for them- been fed every breakfast, lunch and din- scholar Samantha Power’s “A Problem vocation commemorated the 100th selves. ner that semester – and started tossing it from Hell: America and the Age of anniversary of the arrival of Bishop Soter It was against this background that around. Genocide” (2002) do not list the Ortynsky, the first Eastern Catholic hier- both the Uhro-Rusyns, supported by the Something in me revolted. I was furi- Ukrainian Famine. One problem is that arch in the United States. Hungarian government, and the Rusyn ous. Was it an exaggerated sense of pro- under the Genocide Convention of 1948, But there is more to the story, dear Ukrainians, assisted by Metropolitan priety? Youthful self-righteousness? this crime requires a specific intent to reader, much more. Andrey Sheptytsky, began to lobby for Some deep Slavic notion, rooted in my destroy a national, ethnic, racial or reli- In retrospect, the 1907 appointment of an Eastern-rite Catholic bishop in the upbringing, that bread was sacred? Or gious group “as such.” Sceptics point out Bishop Ortynsky by the Holy See was a United States. Each side wanted a bishop of its own. The lobbying was fierce. was it the Famine? that in 1932-1933, famine caused by miracle that almost didn’t happen. Reticent to antagonize either side, the I have never been able to accept the grain requisitions affected not only Beginning with the shunning of Father Holy See vacillated, appointing various careless waste of food that seems to be a Ukraine and Ukrainian-populated areas Ivan Wolansky, America’s first Rusyn mediators to sort things out between the permanent feature of American life. of the North Caucasus, but also areas like Catholic priest by Roman Catholic Perhaps it’s inevitable in a culture that Archbishop Patrick Ryan in 1884, two Rusyn sides. Nothing worked and in Kazakhstan and Russia itself. Thus, they has known plenty for most of its brief America’s powerful Roman Catholic 1907, fearful of further encroachment by conclude, famine could not have been history. True, not so long ago it was com- hierarchy vigorously resisted the settling the Russian Orthodox Church, a Galician aimed specifically at the Ukrainians. The mon for American families to say grace of Eastern-rite priests in the United Rusyn, Father Soter Ortynsky, was problem is that they assume that there before a meal, and not just at States. There were two major reasons: appointed America’s first Eastern-rite was a single famine in 1932-1933. Thanksgiving. But now there are fewer Eastern-rite Catholic priests were not bishop. family meals, and far less grace. They The evidence suggests, rather, that subject to Roman Catholic control; some While the appointment was initially ingest their food unceremoniously, when- famine was a policy tool that Stalin used priests, like Father Wolansky, were mar- greeted with jubilation by Rusyn- ever and wherever they find convenient. selectively. The fact that Hitler targeted ried. Ukrainians and Uhro-Rusyns alike, “Ea Fast food is the epitome of casual con- Gypsies and homosexuals does not Ignoring Bishop Ryan’s “request” that Semper,” the papal bull defining the new sumption – unthinking, irreverent, utili- negate the fact that he sought to extermi- he return to Ukraine, Father Wolansky bishop’s prerogatives, was not. tarian. nate the Jews as a people. By the same established the first Rusyn Catholic In deference to local Roman Catholic But to their credit, many Americans token, the fact that Stalin may have used parish in Shenandoah, Pa. Later, he creat- prelates, the decree severely curtailed care deeply about hunger abroad. They famine against Kazakhs or Russian peas- ed other parishes in the area, as well as in Bishop Ortynsky’s influence. He could give generously to a host of charities and ants does not negate the fact that he used other states. Other Ukrainian priests not visit a Rusyn parish without permis- volunteer their time for organizations like it to destroy the Ukrainians as a nation. began to arrive and soon Rusyn parishes sion from the local Roman Catholic Bread for the World. Some even spend Do we have a “smoking gun” proving were up and running from New Jersey in prelate. Roman Catholic bishops could years in Third World countries helping that Stalin intended to destroy the the east, to Minnesota in the west. assign their own priests to vacant Rusyn the poor to learn to feed themselves. Ukrainians? Stalin was well-known for Prior to 1914, Rusyn priests from parishes. Rusyn priests who wished to We Ukrainian Americans seem com- doing business by telephone and leaving Ukraine came from three eparchies: transfer to another parish had to obtain paratively unconcerned about hunger in no paper trail. Nevertheless, available Mukachevo (Mukachiv), Presov permission from the local Roman the rest of the world. Perhaps this is documents point to genocide. For exam- (Priashiv) and Lviv. Of the three, the Catholic ordinary, as well as from Bishop understandable. In the Great Famine of ple, on June 5, 1933, the Kharkiv region- Mukachevites were in the majority. The Ortynsky. These and other restrictions on 1932-1933, now generally known as the al GPU director reported in detail to the least “Ukrainian” of them all, the Bishop Ortynsky prompted both the Holodomor, several million innocent chief of the Ukrainian GPU on famine Mukachevites had adopted the Latin Uhro-Rusyn and Rusyn-Ukrainian faith- Ukrainian men, women and children conditions leading in some cases to sui- alphabet and were loyal to the Hungarian ful to join forces and to protest to Rome. starved to death, not because there was cide and cannibalism, and concluded that government. Calling themselves Uhro- Unfortunately, this brief moment of not enough food, but because the Soviet food assistance was urgently needed. It is Rusyns, these priests spoke Hungarian to Rusyn unity quickly disappeared. The government took it away from them to implausible that Stalin was unaware of each other. It was they who were in the GCU leadership convinced Uhro-Rusyns sell to the capitalists in exchange for hard this situation. Just over two weeks later, forefront of the establishment of the that their ethno-national interests had cash for industrialization. on June 21, Stalin and Molotov decreed Greek Catholic Union (GCU), the first been compromised. Believing Bishop Worse yet, the Soviet government that the grain procurement plan in Rusyn fraternal benefit society in Ortynsky was a “Ukrainianizer,” many Uhro-Rusyn parishes refused to place denied it for decades, until incontrovert- Ukraine must be carried out in full, on America. themselves under his jurisdiction. No ible facts and documents and the tide of time, and at all costs. The consequences The Priashivites tended to vacillate in effort by Bishop Ortynsky could pacify public opinion forced it to admit the are well-known. In December of that their loyalities among the Hungarian, truth, step by step. Yes, they conceded, Slovak and Galician-Rusyn cultural his Uhro-Rusyn and GCU detractors. year the All-Union Resettlement On October 17, 1914, the Holy See there had been hunger, but it was only a Committee reported on the successful influences that prevailed at the time. shortage. Yes, there had been a famine in They adopted the etymological Slavonic promulgated “Cum Episcopo Graeco transfer of Russians and Belarusians to Rutheno,” a decree which nullified the which millions died, but it was the natu- regions of Ukraine that had been depopu- alphabet and usually sided with Galician- ral result of drought. Yes, the Famine had Rusyn priests in matters of church order more offensive provisions of “Ea lated by famine. Semper.” For Bishop Ortynsky, Rome’s been artificial, but only as a result of The siting of the Holodomor monu- in the United States. errors and miscalculations. Even after the The smallest group of Rusyn priests action proved a blessing. He was finally ment in Washington, in view of the able to assume full and unquestioned demise of the USSR, many Russian and International Monetary Fund and the were from Galicia. It was they who came Ukrainian legislators, and some scholars, to be called the American Circle. They authority over all Rusyn Catholics within World Bank will be highly appropriate. a recognized exarchy. His elation was deny that the Famine was directed For today, as Nobel laureate Amartya Sen put the Ruskyi Narodnyi Soyuz, later the against Ukraine. Ukrayinskyi Narodnyi Soyuz (Ukrainian short-lived, however. He died premature- has pointed out, hunger is a problem not ly in 1916, prompting Rome, weary of The Ukrainian diaspora has had to so much of natural conditions as of state National Association), on its feet, serving struggle for decades to answer these on the executive board of the UNA and the squabbling among Rusyns, to appoint and international policy. Ukraine 1932- objections. In 1933, during the Famine as editors of Svoboda, the UNA organ. It two interim administrators for the 1933 was the world’s first genocide by exarchy, one for Uhro-Rusyns, who came itself, Ukrainian Americans lobbied was the American Circle that was in the famine, but not the last. Since then, to call themselves Ruthenians, and unsuccessfully against US recognition of forefront of the drive to Ukrainianize the regimes have used starvation as a politi- another for Rusyn-Ukrainians, who now the USSR. In the intervening years, they Rusyns. cal weapon in Ethiopia in the 1980s, proudly proclaimed themselves have worked to register the Holodomor Complicating the ethno-national pic- “Ukrainians.” in the annals of history, enlisting Robert North Korea in the 1990s, and now ture was the emergence of the Russian Of all the Rusyn émigrés who came Conquest to study and analyze the Great Darfur. It would be fitting if at least some Orthodox Church which began to gain from Ukraine prior to 1914, some 40 per- Famine, and supporting the late James part of our 75th anniversary commemo- momentum soon after Father Alexis cent became Ruthenians, 40 percent Mace in his historical and publicistic rations in 2007-2008 could bring relief to Toth, a Greek-Catholic priest from efforts. those who hunger today. Priashiv, was shunned by Roman In order to educate the public, it has Catholic Prelate John Ireland of St. Paul, (Continued on page 22) also been important to catch its attention Minn. Father Toth converted to Russian visually, by erecting monuments from Andrew Sorokowski can be reached at Orthodoxy and, with substantial financial Myron Kuropas’s e-mail address is Los Angeles to Washington to Kyiv. [email protected]. support from the Russian tsar, embarked [email protected]. 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 Ukrainian Canadian... (Continued from page 1) field of culture and the arts, medals were awarded to James Temerty, Radoslav Zuk, Yosyp Hoshuliak, Robert Klymasz and Halyna Kvitka Kondracki. For work in community development, Eugene Czolij, Orest Pawliw, Lesia Szwaluk and Michael A. Zaleschuk were honored with medals. Drs. Peter and Doris Kule were honored by the congress for their contribu- tions to education. Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney also received the Shevchenko Medal at a ceremony in Ottawa earlier this year. Short biographies of the medalists can be found on the UCC website. The new board of directors of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress at their meeting on For their contributions to the October 21 in Winnipeg: (first row, from left) Helen Holowka, Shirley Lisowski, community, two students, Chrystyna Bidiak, Paul Grod, Dr. Daria Darewych, Daria Luciw, Sonja Bejzyk, (second Alexandra Kindrat and Artem row) Lesia Szwaluk, Ostap Skrypnyk, Eugene Cherwick, Michael Szepetyk, Petro Luhowy, received the Ukrainian Newly elected Ukrainian Canadian Mycak, Victor Deneka, Dr. Denis Hlynka, Anatoliy Ciacka, (third row) Jars Canadian Youth Leadership Award. Congress President Paul Grod. Balan, Robert Harasym, Dr. Orest Cap, Demyan Hyworon and Eugen Duvalko.

Resolutions of UCC conclave Following are some of the 35 resolu- the UCC, as well as Ukrainian Canadian tions passed by the Ukrainian Canadian social welfare organizations. Congress at its triennial conclave held on October 19-22 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Ukrainian studies

UKRAINIAN CANADIAN YOUTH Be it resolved that the UCC support and ENGAGEMENT encourage the development of Ukrainian studies programs at Canadian universities. Youth leadership and mentoring CANADIAN GOVERNMENT Be it resolved that the UCC National, RELATIONS together with provincial councils, develop a strategy to: a) mentor existing and facilitate UCC database the creation of new Ukrainian Canadian youth organizations; b) organize leadership Whereas UCC wishes to improve and development and skills training sessions, for enhance its relations with the government of example fund-raising, financial manage- Canada, provincial and municipal govern- ment, marketing, etc. ments and senior public servants; Be it resolved that the UCC: a) create a Youth engagement through web presence database of current and former politicians Plast delegate Dobryan Tracz casts his vote for UCC president. and politically active people within and out- Be it resolved that the UCC Youth side the community; b) identify critical Canadian material culture (e.g., artifacts, program to facilitate the coordination of Committee coordinate and develop a stu- decision-makers at the federal level and landmarks and archives) in Canada is relationships between community organiza- dent web presence within the UCC website, adopt measures to best approach them important to the continued development of tions in Canada and Ukraine. which would include information on schol- through an Ottawa presence; c) call on Ukrainian Canadian identity; arships, projects, programs, events, etc. member-organizations, provincial councils Be it resolved that: a) the UCC National UKRAINIAN CANADIAN CULTURE and UCC branches to encourage their mem- establish a Heritage Committee to coordi- Student exchange programs bers, particularly youth, to become more nate preservation activities at local, provin- cial and national levels; and b) the UCC Culture Be it resolved that the UCC Youth active in political processes at all levels; and National host biennial conferences dedicat- Committee contact various international d) develop and implement a strategy for Whereas there are strong concerns ed to the preservation of Ukrainian exchange programs at Canadian universities regular relations with elected members of regarding the development of Ukrainian Canadian material culture. that deal with Ukraine and post information the Canadian Parliament, senior public ser- Canadian arts and culture expressed during about them online, or, if such programs do vants and members of the mass media to the panel and discussion on culture; not exist, be proactive in encouraging the enhance the influence of the Ukrainian MEDIAAND TECHNOLOGY Be it resolved that the Board of the UCC creation of new exchange programs. Canadian community on all aspects of create a permanent body to: a) facilitate Canadian life. Media and technology fusion consultation, communication and network- Parliamentary internship program ing among Ukrainian Canadian cultural and UKRAINIAN CANADIAN Be it resolved that the UCC form a arts groups; b) serve as a clearinghouse for Be it resolved that the UCC continue its HERITAGE media council. information relating to Ukrainian Canadian parliamentary internship program and arts and culture; c) promote exposure of Be it resolved that the UCC develop a expand this program to allow students from Ukrainian Canadian artists; and d) develop Heritage notification strategy and/or template for Canada and Ukraine to participate in vari- a strategic plan for the support and develop- publicizing issues and events to the main- ous government departments, agencies and Whereas the preservation of Ukrainian ment of the Ukrainian Canadian arts for stream media. presentation at the XXIII Congress of Ukrainian Canadians. Media outlets Be it resolved that the UCC in coopera- UKRAINIAN CANADIAN tion with the Shevchenko Foundation con- EDUCATION – SHKOLA sider creating a fund to sustain Ukrainian Canadian media outlets. “Ridni Shkoly”

OUR COMMUNITY AND UKRAINE Be it resolved that the UCC consider and support reasonable proposals that advance the organization and the work of a national Canada-Ukraine relations coordinating “shkilna rada” [educational Be it resolved that the Canada Ukraine council]. Relations Committee of the UCC initiate a review of the observer missions to the CONNECTING PEOPLE TO UCC Ukrainian elections and make recommenda- tions to the board concerning the operations Connecting people of past and future observer missions. Congress delegates during a session. Be it resolved that the UCC establish a (Continued on page 9) No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 9 Exploring Ukrainian Canadian identity in the 21st century: Are you really Ukrainian? WINNIPEG, Manitoba – The issue of identity was at nity, an ability to share community and culture as well as the center of a presentation and public discussion at keeping language as a marker for children. Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Center on A recent immigrant from Ukraine talked about “soul” Sunday, October 28. The event was co-sponsored with as a defining factor in being Ukrainian. She mentioned the Center for Ukrainian Canadian Studies at the the importance of an intrinsically Ukrainian inner spiri- University of Manitoba and was the second in a series tual world that defines your identity. “How does one get of such lectures/presentations. this “soul”? asked Dr. Klymasz. “You carry it in your Bohdana Bashuk, executive assistant at Oseredok and pocket, as it were,” opined Dr. Klymasz, answering his former broadcaster, put forward a series of questions to own question. It is a like a commodity that you collect Dr. Robert B. Klymasz, curator emeritus of the Museum and place into your pocket when it’s available to you of Civilization and specialist on Ukrainian Canadian and one to take out of your pocket to enjoy when you folklore. The provocative question “Are you really need its sustenance. Ukrainian?” drew a vibrant and varied response from Some in the audience wanted the question “Are you the audience. really Ukrainian?” to be more focused by asking in turn: Dr. Klymasz outlined some identity markers of the “Who’s asking and what do they want to know?” They early Ukrainian immigrants, noting that a common tra- were seeking to find identity markers within a broader dition and language were important features of belong- notion of Ukrainian heritage and culture that would ing to a community. As the language faded, non-verbal address not only its folkloric aspects, but also Ukrainian identity markers began to flourish more, for example, Ukrainian dance, the culinary arts, folk music, folk art culture as a whole, including literature, the fine arts, and crafts. Christmas and Malanka acquired a special classical music and such. significance in defining one’s identity. Over time some The issue for them was not “Who are we?” but rather of these distinctly Ukrainian markers became associated “What must be done to raise our level of awareness of with a broader Canadian landscape, he noted, diluting, Ukrainian culture?” They saw the presence, accom- as it were, their distinctive “Ukrainianism.” This then plishments and contributions of Ukrainian Canadian begs the question, “What are the real Ukrainian identity artists in the Canadian mainstream as a positive model markers today?” for self-awareness and self-expression – a different type Participants, who ranged in age from 16 to over 80 of identity marker. and included all waves of immigration, were not shy Dr. Robert Klymasz In wrapping up, Dr. Klymasz queried whether our about expressing their views on the question. For some Ukrainian identity was important to us: “Do we care?” self-identification was the key marker. “I’m Ukrainian, ment in the community as things that define one’s identi- His life experience told him that it is important to know because I say so.” For others it was their real connection ty. Another participant focused on Ukrainian institutions where your life comes from. “The more you know about to the heritage. and their role in shaping identity. For a person involved the past, the more you know yourself and the better you The youngest in the audience spoke about blood rela- with the Manitoba Parents for Ukrainian Education the can know where you are going.” Knowing the past is a tions, awareness of one’s Ukrainian heritage and involve- important identity marker was having a sense of commu- key to your identity marker, he underscored.

Denaturalization and deportation of Persons of Ukrainian Origin Recognition and the Ukrainian Canadian Civil Liberties Resolutions... Act received Royal Assent on November Association; Whereas the government of Canada’s 25, 2005, obliging the government of Therefore be it resolved that the XXII (Continued from page 8) current policy of denaturalization and Be it resolved that the UCC Immigration Canada to negotiate a Ukrainian Canadian Congress of Ukrainian Canadians calls deportation is contrary to the principles of redress settlement with the Ukrainian upon the designated representatives to take Committee: a) develop methods and strate- fundamental justice which are integral to gies to better integrate new immigrants; and Canadian Congress, the Ukrainian all necessary steps, including legal action, to the Canadian justice system, and Canadian Foundation of Taras Shevchenko conclude a redress settlement. b) consider adopting the UCC-Saskatoon Whereas this issue is of significance to Immigrant Settlement Program as a model all Canadians, particularly in this year com- for outreach and community development memorating the 60th anniversary of the for broader application. Canadian Citizenship Act; Therefore be it resolved that the XXII HOLODOMOR: Triennial Congress of Ukrainian Canadians 75TH ANNIVERSARY calls on the government of Canada to cease all denaturalization and deportation pro- UCC Holodomor Commemorative ceedings against naturalized Canadians that Committee 75th Anniversary of received their citizenship over half a century Famine/Genocide in Ukraine 1932-1933 ago. In cases where evidence of war crimes or crimes against humanity committed by Whereas in 2007-2008 Ukrainians an individual during World War II is uncov- worldwide will commemorate the 75th ered, the government of Canada should anniversary of the Holodomor – the prosecute such an individual before Famine-Genocide in Ukraine of 1932-1933, Canadian courts of criminal jurisdiction in Whereas the Ukrainian Canadian com- accordance with Canadian criminal law munity has the goals of: a) raising aware- (i.e., Canada’s Crimes Against Humanity ness of the Holodomor among Canadians; and War Crimes Act) and Canadian stan- and b) ensuring that the Holodomor is rec- dards of evidence in criminal proceedings. ognized as an act of genocide against the Ukrainian nation at all levels of Canadian Redress: recognition, restitution and government; reconciliation Be it resolved that the UCC develop and implement a coordinated national strategy Whereas the Right Honorable Brian for commemorating the anniversary of this Mulroney appeared before the XVII tragic period in Ukrainian history. Congress of Ukrainian Canadians in 1992 and confirmed his intention of working JUSTICE COMMITTEE toward a resolution of the Ukrainian Canadian redress issue, and Soviet war crimes Whereas the Right Honorable Jean Chrétien, as the leader of the Opposition, Whereas several individuals today living affirmed his personal support and that of the in Canada have publicly confirmed that Liberal Party of Canada for redress to the they were members of Soviet-era secret Ukrainian Canadian community in June police and security forces, namely the 1993, and NKVD, SMERSH and KGB, and Whereas the government of Canada Whereas the government of Canada has signed an Agreement in Principle with des- been informed about the public statements, ignated representatives of the Ukrainian media reports and publications of members Canadian community on August 24, 2005, of the NKVD, SMERSH and KGB, now pledging to provide $2.5 million for various living in Canada; commemorative, educational and research Therefore be it resolved that the UCC initiatives, and further funding in redress for calls upon the government of Canada to what happened to Ukrainians and other prosecute before Canadian criminal courts Europeans during Canada’s first national those persons against whom there is evi- internment operations, and dence of individual criminality. Whereas a Bill C-331 – The Internment 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 Best-selling author from United Kingdom attends authors’ festival in Toronto by Oksana Zakydalsky displaced persons (DP) camp in Kiel, Germany, to Ukrainian parents. The fam- TORONTO – Writer Marina Lewycka ily moved to the U.K. and she grew up in of the United Kingdom, author of the best- Sheffield and, as she said in her inter- seller “A Short History of Tractors in view, tried to shed her Ukrainian identity Ukrainian,” is taking part in this year’s and fit into the British milieu. She men- International Festival of Authors (IFOA) tioned that she has met Ukrainians who being held on October 17-27 in Toronto. had grown up in Canada and kept their One of the most prestigious and best Ukrainian identity but that this was not a known international literary festivals, the realistic choice in Sheffield. annual event is now in its 28th year. This When her mother, who had told her year’s 15-day festival program features 94 stories about her life and her childhood in authors from a dozen countries reading at Ukraine, became ill, Ms. Lewycka real- 32 events. There also will be on-stage inter- ized that soon all those stories would be views with some of the authors and special lost and decided to record them. They programs such as a PEN benefit and would become part of the material for her YoungIFOA for writers of children’s books. first book. Ms. Lewycka read on October 19 from Ms. Lewycka, by profession a lecturer her new novel, “Strawberry Fields,” pub- in media studies at Sheffield Hallam lished in North America in September. (It University, said she had always been was published in the UK in March 2007 writing and submitting manuscripts for under the title “Two Caravans.”) She was publication, but had collected only rejec- also interviewed on September 20 by tion notices. Sandra Martin, senior features writer It was only when she signed up for a with The Globe and Mail and past presi- writers’ course and the lecturer turned out dent of PEN Canada. also to be a publisher’s agent that her “A Short History of Tractors in luck changed. He encouraged her to sub- Ukrainian,” Ms. Lewycka’s first pub- mit her book to Penguin, which agreed to Oksana Zakydalsky lished novel, was nominated for both the publish it. “A Short History of Tractors in Man Booker Prize and the Orange Prize. Ukrainian” came out in 2005 and became Marina Lewycka signs a copy of her book at the Festival of Authors. It has been translated into 29 languages, a word-of-mouth bestseller. although Ukrainian is not one of them. When “Strawberry Fields” (“Two publication reviewed it, and most critics “second-novel curse” and produced a Ms. Lewycka was born in 1946 in a Caravans”) was published, every major agreed that Ms. Lewycka had avoided the book that deserved attention. BOOK NOTE: “Strawberry Fields,” second novel by Marina Lewycka “Strawberry Fields,” by Marina and dashing Englishman. stantly changing perspective, so that we Lewycka. Toronto: Penguin Canada, Andriy is a miner’s son from the other follow the adventures of this band 2007, and New York: The Penguin Press, Ukraine, who has escaped the Donbas through the eyes of each of the charac- 2007. 291 pp. region and life in a coal mine that killed ters above, as well as those of a dog. The his father. Good-natured and naive 18- by Oksana Zakydalsky narrative is propelled by a double track – year-old Emmanuel from Malawi has a hard-hitting story and a farcical, amus- While family relations formed the come to England to search for his sister. ing treatment. The background built up framework in Marina Lewycka’s book Two Chinese girls – a student of medi- becomes more sinister but, as one “A Short History of Tractors in cine and a student of accounting – giggle reviewer pointed out, the book shows Ukrainian,” her new novel, recently pub- together all the time and speak terrible “The Dickensian misery of the lives of lished in North America as “Strawberry English. Yola and her religious niece the characters but also a Dickensian rol- Fields,” has a broader canvas. Its struc- Marta are from Poland. Tomasz, also licking sense of humor.” This is a black ture depends on the random grouping of from Poland, is infatuated with Yola, comedy. migrant workers who have come to who is the supervisor of this group but is The wolfish pursuit of Irina by Vulk Britain to toil at low-wage jobs that pay also “sexually servicing” the farmer and her flight provides one of the threads much more than they could earn in their owner of the fields. The operation is run of the story; others are Emmanuel’s home countries. (The book was pub- by a local British farmer named Leapish, search for his sister and Andriy’s roman- lished earlier this year in the United who has made a small fortune by paying tic yearning to reach Sheffield. As a Kingdom under the title “Two workers a pittance and then deducting small child, Andriy had come to the town Caravans.”) from their pay for housing and food. when his miner father brought him with We first meet our characters in the Irina is being pursued by Vulk, a greasy a fraternal delegation to the socialist par- southern English county of Kent, where pony-tailed, gun-toting Russian gangster, adise of south Yorkshire and he remem- they are picking strawberries and living she saw embodied in Ukraine’s recent who works for the company that enlisted bers Sheffield (apparently one of the in two caravans (in Britain this means Orange Revolution, she has come to the the migrant workers, but who wants to uglier English industrial towns) as “that trailers) – one for men and one for country of her dreams, as portrayed in recruit Irina into his more profitable busi- noble city whose citizens are renowned women. There is Irina, 19 years old, a her English language textbook, excited ness venture. She is finally forced to flee for the kindness of their welcome to professor’s daughter, just off the bus by the promise of adventure and the pos- and keep one step ahead of him. strangers and where cool water plays from Kyiv. Believing in Western ideals sibility of a romance with a handsome Andriy, who has fallen in love with from many marble fountains.” Irina, hijacks one of the caravans and Although members of the motley crew hooks it up to the farmer’s Land Rover to are naive in their hopes and expectations, go look for Irina while the other workers their general optimism of finding join him to search for better-paying jobs. Western wealth lets them make light of Their journey covers the underbelly of their current hardships. The author por- businesses that exploit migrant labor – the trays the characters with depth so that brutality, slum-like living conditions, when they mess up or encounter a major vicious exploitation and sinister trafficking. disaster, the reader believes they will pull Ms. Lewycka uses the device of con- themselves out of it and carry on.

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The pro- Perhaps less convincing was the gram featured three piano trios, all in minor Tchaikovsky piano trio, although the keys: Haydn’s Piano Trio in E Minor Hob ensemble’s energy and passion conveyed XV/12, Smetana’s Piano Trio in G Minor, a formidable impression based on the Op. 15, and the lengthy Tchaikovsky Piano audience’s subsequent applause. Here the Trio in A Minor, Op. 50. players sustained a rather metrical rigidi- From the beginning, the trio estab- ty throughout the work, losing the neces- lished an intense mood that quickly sary rubato qualities – an essential enveloped the audience members. The requirement in Tchaikovsky’s music. exchange of musical ideas, dynamic con- Some tempi in the second movement’s trasts and variety of articulation was variations seemed extreme, either rushed exquisitely performed by the musicians. or lethargic, and the inherent “ballet” The contrast from minor themes to lightness, so much a part of lighter, major subordinate themes was so Tchaikovsky’s music, seemed lost in the fresh and playful that Mr. Mendl, in par- heaviness of interpretation. ticular, seemed to enjoy and convey it to An interesting note is that this piano the other players. trio began the Russian tradition of “ele- Throughout this concert, Mr. Redik’s giac” trios. Tchaikovsky wrote his piano and Mr. Gredler’s intonations and coun- trio in memory of his close friend and terpoints, in particular, were intoned founder of the Moscow Conservatory, quite accurately, giving an impressive Nikolai Rubinstein. When Tchaikovsky model for elevated ensemble playing. died, Rachmaninoff dedicated his second Overall, the trio was very successful in “elegiac” trio to his memory. Later, transferring to the audience both the Shostakovich continued this somber tra- boldness and lightness of Haydn’s music. dition by writing his piano trio in E The highlight for this reviewer was the minor in memory of the tragic death of Smetana piano trio. The G minor piano his friend Ivan Sollertinsky. trio evokes a poignant and tragic time in The Vienna Piano Trio remains an the composer’s life, as it was written important ensemble and one that contin- after the death of his eldest daughter, ues to mature and provide important Bedriska, then only 5 years old. The interpretations of an eclectic repertoire. A Smetana family had endured tragic losses surprisingly small audience was present before. During the first years of their at this concert, despite the noteworthy marriage, they had four daughters, three artists and programming the Ukrainian of whom died. Institute showcases. The first movement, Moderato assai, Notwithstanding the New York con- was a whirlwind of turbulence, grief- cert scene, this venue remains a wonder- filled, which the trio executed with pas- ful destination where both the casual sion. A somewhat unexpected and attrac- concert-goer and the connoisseur can tive cadenza for piano interrupted the hear solo and chamber music in an inti- tumultuous uproar. Atypically, the second mate setting. movement, Allegro ma non agitato, is not the usual slow movement, although it does contain two sub-sections that inter- Victor Markiw is a full-time faculty vene the polka-like Allegro. The Presto member at the University of New Haven. THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION will mail Christmas greetings and small gift packages to American-Ukrainian service people ‘Colors and Melodies of Ukrainian Holidays’ presently serving their country in many parts of the world. exhibit opens at Winnipeg’s Oseredok UNA wishes to solicit your help in getting WINNIPEG, Manitoba – Oseredok development of their cultural heritage names, addresses and ranks of any Ukrainian you may know Ukrainian Cultural and Educational here in Canada, noted a press release who is serving in the armed forces – Center is pleased to announced the open- from Oseredok. Ukrainians in Ukraine ing of “Colors and Melodies of have not always had the same luxury. Help make this project successful. Ukrainian Holidays,” an exhibition of Reclaiming a national heritage lost or UNA will mail Christmas and New Year's greetings rare cultural objects directly from banned during years of Soviet rule, pri- to our service people by December 25, 2007. Ukraine. vate collectors, such as Mr. Yushchenko, Curated by Lidia Lykhach of Kyiv, it and museum institutions in Ukraine are consists of 112 cultural objects – 58 from rediscovering cultural objects related to We wish to contact all our service men and women. the private collection of President Viktor lost ritual and are bringing them to the With your help we will reach most of them! Yushchenko – put together into a show people. This exhibition traveled the by Rodovid Gallery of Kyiv and the length and breadth of Ukraine in 2006 to Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky great acclaim, creating an awareness of Name:______National Museum of Lviv. the value of cultural tradition. The exhibition was officially opened Oseredok is the only institution in Rank:______by Ihor Ostash, ambassador of Ukraine to Canada that is hosting this exhibition. Canada, on Sunday, November 4, and The artifacts include icons, textiles, will run until April 30, 2008. ceramics, sculpture and other objects dat- Address:______Ukrainian Canadians have always ing from the 18th to 20th centuries. An placed great value on the preservation and exhibition guidebook is available. Please send the information by December 10, 2007 to: Ukrainian National Association, Inc., MAY WE HELP YOU? UNA National Organizer – Oksana Trytjak 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280 To reach The Ukrainian Weekly call (973) 292-9800, and dial the appropriate extension (as listed below). Parsippany, NJ 07054 Editorial – 3049, 3088; Production – 3063, 3069; Tel: 1 973 292-9800 x 3071 Administration – 3041; Advertising – 3040; Subscriptions – 3042; e-mail [email protected] 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 13 Ivan Franko University students promote modern art musem in Briukhovychi by Christine Demkowych I called the operator to get the phone number, no one was able to assist me LVIV – While most of Ukraine is because no one had ever heard of it. I focusing on the impact that recent parlia- asked friends and colleagues. Finally we mentary elections will have on the coun- just decided to go there. After one hour try’s future, a group of savvy students of driving around we stumbled upon it.” from Lviv Ivan Franko National Profs. Gabor and Prykhoda, who teach University is busy trying to bring local, a joint course on communications and national and international recognition to media, later took their students to the a little-known modern art museum in the museum on a field trip and told them quaint village of Briukhovychi, just a 25- they could develop a marketing plan for minute drive from downtown Lviv the museum for their final course project. Called the Mykhailo Dzyndra “Although everything in our course is Sculpture Museum, this large ultra-mod- theory-related, I thought such a project ern building was built over a period of would benefit the students and also be of several years by the late artist who donat- help,” said Ms. Gabor. ed his work and the museum to Ukraine “We could never have developed a just prior to his death one year ago. fictitious situation that’s as amazing as With the support of a co-financed the real story and circumstances relating $5,000 grant the university students won to the Dzyndra museum,” Ms. Prykhoda from Lviv’s City Hall in August, Olya added. Petryshyn, Olya Kotska, Andriy Izdryk While the students’ goals in promoting and a host of other students staged their most ambitious event to date in honor of the museum internationally are ambi- the late sculptor. This past September, tious, they have been happy with the “Ukrainian Woman” (left) and “Lovers” by Mykhailo Dzyndra. the students organized a one-year com- smaller signs of support their efforts are memorative reception at the museum, now showing. This past August the new people along the way, they develop later became his wife and bore his three which brought to Briukhovychi a wide mayor of Briukhovychi put up a museum new and more dynamic ways to continue children. Dzyndra and his family left range of philanthropists, diplomats, the sign at the intersection before you turn promoting the museum. Munich in the early 1950s and moved to press, academics, lovers of the arts and onto the dirt road that leads to it. Dzyndra’s sculptures are cubist in New York. politicians. The independent orchestra “Although additional museum markers nature, reflecting abstract geometric During his early years in the United Leopolis, directed by Yaroslav Muhal, are needed, this is a good start,” Ms. forms rather than a realistic representa- States, Dzyndra worked in a furniture came to Briukhovychi to play classical Petryshyn noted. tion of nature. Several hundred pieces are factory, where he later became a designer music in support of the student’s efforts. Briukhovychi Mayor Oleh Protsyk, displayed in the 1,500-square-meter of the furniture produced by the compa- “Most people don’t come to who only recently learned about the museum. The design of many of ny. The family then moved to Brukhokvychi unless they live there or museum, said, “We are honored to have Dzyndra’s sculptures reflects his Pennsylvania. After 15 years Dzyndra want to go for a swim in one of the Dzyndra’s museum in our town. It has humoristic or even sarcastic view of life, moved to Florida to be closer to his chil- ponds during the summer months,” said brought fame to our village. We are says his wife, Sophia, who provides tours dren. While there he purchased several Ms. Petryshyn, one of the primary stu- thankful that Dzyndra decided to keep of the museum and lives in the one-story acres of land and built a house framed dent organizers of the marketing cam- the museum here.” house that Dzyndra built behind the with large pieces of glass, which provid- paign to promote the museum. “Once the Earlier this year the students organ- museum. ed him with the light needed to create his museum gets on the map of the global ized a roundtable with city officials to “My favorite piece is called sculptures during his spare time. arts scene, Ukraine’s status in the arts state their cause and to find out why so ‘Dictator,’” says Ms. Dzyndra, acknowl- When his wife died he thought of arena will grow. It will enhance little was being done to promote the edging that this sculpture does not at all moving again. But it was at this time that Ukraine’s stature as a country that pro- museum. That meeting resulted in look like what one would imagine a dic- the local arts authorities in Florida duces and supports modern art.” financing for small posters advertising tator to look like. “My husband was a offered Dzyndra an opportunity to dis- Kateryna Kit-Sadova, an avid support- the museum that were placed inside huge proponent of using his imagination play his work on a permanent basis and er of the arts and wife of the mayor of buses that go to Briukhovychi from to bring to life the images he envisioned. receive $10,000 a year for maintaining Lviv, said the students’ efforts are downtown Lviv. Afterwards, students Much of the art work in Ukraine and the the exhibits. Dzyndra seriously consid- remarkable. “It’s not often that you see wrote press releases about the museum former Soviet Union is based on realism. ered the offer. But when Ukraine became students so passionate about a project. As and placed them on art-related websites He wanted Ukrainians to develop an independent in 1991 he decided to move a former manager of the Center for in Lviv. appreciation for using one’s imagination back to Lviv where he would live for the Modern Art in Kyiv, I can tell you that They are now making postcards that to create art. He once told me that a true rest of his life. 50 percent of an artist’s recognition is will be distributed to all Lviv hotels and artist is a builder of something unknown Although Dzyndra knew he wanted to related to marketing. They’re doing a tour agencies. An upcoming video show to anyone. For him, art is not imitation or return to Ukraine, he did not want to go great job,” she commented. inside a small courtyard just off Ploscha repetition.” alone. He wanted to bring with him all The students’ initial involvement in Rynok, the main square in Lviv, will fea- Mykhailo Dzyndra’s life story is as of his sculptures, which he shipped from getting the word out on the Dzyndra ture slides of Dzyndra’s work later this fascinating as the pieces that line his Florida in a container ship at a cost of museum can be credited to two Lviv year. There is even talk of producing a museum. Born in 1921 in the village of $28,000. Once in Lviv, he looked at sev- Ivan Franko University professors, replica of one of Dzyndra’s sculptures Demnia, Mykolayiv Oblast, Dzyndra’s eral locations for creating a museum. Natalia Gabor and Yaroslava Prykhoda, and placing it in Lviv in a prominent mother died when he was 8. When he But his love of nature and the reasonable who themselves were amazed by the location. The students are also hoping to was 12 his father died. Although he had real estate value in Briukhovychi influ- sculptures when they visited the muse- develop a jointly sponsored program an 18-year-old brother, he was placed enced him to buy land there in 1992. The um. “It took us a while to find it,” Ms. with area art teachers who would hold with a family who provided him with portion of land on which the museum is Prykhoda said, as she recalled her efforts their courses in the museum for 5- to 10- food and clothing in exchange for taking located was purchased in 1996. He built to get the telephone number to the muse- year-olds. care of the family’s cows. the museum with his own money, um. “I initially heard about Dzyndra According to Ms. Petryshyn, as she One year later, during a visit from his amounting to 500,000 hrv. It was during when I saw a documentary about the and her fellow students complete each brother, Dzyndra was taken from the his search for a new place to live and museum that Dzyndra’s son made. When marketing effort on their list and meet farm and brought to live with a man who work that he met Sophia, the woman who was renowned for producing woodwork became his second wife. with inlaid stones, which today is known When Mykhailo Dzyndra died in to be one of Ukraine’s most beautiful September of 2006, his wife did not forms of craftwork. Dzyndra later know how she would manage to promote attended art school and survived on the the museum. “I was a nurse, not a media money he made from his art. relations expert,” she said this past sum- After World War II he found himself mer. “I’m so fortunate to have met the in one of the transitory camps in Munich, professors and this group of students who Germany, for displaced persons that was are working in such a dedicated manner run by the Americans. While there he to get my husband’s works known to the created an artisan woodworking school rest of the world. He deserves a promi- that was attended by Ukrainians, Poles, nent place in modern art history.” Slovaks, Yugoslavs and Croatians. The soldiers and officers manning the camp Christine Demkowych is a journalist often bartered goods available at the and an adjunct professor at Towson camp in exchange for Dzyndra’s University who was in Lviv last summer engraved woodwork. as U.S. project director on a three-year After leaving the camp Dzyndra media literacy grant funded by the Open attended the Academy of Art in Munich. Society Institute’s Higher Education He held many exhibits in Germany and Support Program. While in Lviv she vis- made a living from restoring sculptures ited the Dzyndra museum and had the that were damaged during the war. He opportunity to be a guest in Sophia The Mykhailo Dzyndra Sculpture Museum in Briukhovychi, Ukraine. met a Ukrainian woman in Germany who Dzyndra’s home in Briukhovychi. 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45

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massive debts to RosUkrEnergo because Russia. (RFE/RL Newsline) signed a protocol with his Romanian NEWSBRIEFS of incomplete payments by Ukrainian gas counterpart, Traian Basescu, to develop Yushchenko visits Romania (Continued from page 14) consumers. In early October, Gazprom humanitarian, economic and social ties Army (UPA) and the 1932-1933 announced that it would decrease its gas KYIV – Ukraine and Romania will between the two countries. He said Ukrainian Famine-Genocide, stating that supplies to Ukraine if UkrGazEnergo activate their bilateral dialogue, President Romania’s president, prime minister and the ambassador’s comments were incon- failed to pay its debts by the end of the Viktor Yushchenko told reporters in Senate speaker would visit Ukraine in sistent with his diplomatic role, Interfax month. (RFE/RL Newsline) Bucharest on October 31. “There have 2008 to discuss space and aviation cooper- ation. The president described Romania as reported. In an interview with Vremya Public rally remembers Great Terror been two purposes of my visit: to detect Novostei Mr. Chernomyrdin responded and then almost fully resolve the problems Ukraine’s “loyal and sincere friend” in its negatively to Ukraine’s efforts to recog- KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko, which we have inherited from the past and bid to join the European Union and nize the UPA’s role in World War II, as Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych and which have impeded our common NATO. Mr. Yushchenko also met with well as to Ukrainian President Viktor members of the Cabinet of Ministers par- advance,” he said. Speaking about the Romania’s Prime Minister Calin Yushchenko’s initiative to introduce crim- ticipated in a November 3 mourning rally construction of a navigable canal between Tariceanu. The two leaders spoke about inal prosecution for public denials of the at a Kyiv monument to Les Kurbas, who the Danube and the Black Sea, he said, how to develop Ukraine’s economic, bor- Great Famine. “Ukrainian political and was executed November 3, 1937, in “My goal is to help Romania and Ukraine der and regional cooperation with academic elites, as well as the public, are Karelia. The solemn rally was dedicated to formulate common policy in the unique Romania. They also discussed visa and capable of qualifying socio-historical to the 70th anniversary of executions of basin of the Danube delta. This, I am con- national minority issues. The Ukrainian events in the lives of their people on their Ukrainians in Stalin’s camps and to the vinced, will take a few years of negotia- president urged Romania to recognize the own, without additional comments based memory of victims of the Great Terror of tions which would make the two sides Great Famine of 1932-1933 as genocide. on ideological and stereotypical princi- 1937-1938 – in particular, representatives closer and would help find solutions to Also during his visit to Bucharest, ples,” the ministry said in its statement. of Ukraine’s scholarly, art and political their economic needs and, in the European President Yushchenko participated in a (RFE/RL Newsline) spheres. Many of them were shot in the context, regarding the prospects of using ceremony opening a cultural and informa- Sandarmokh area of southeastern Karelia. this territory.” Mr. Yushchenko said he had tion center of Ukraine. (Ukrinform) Patriarch Filaret in Washington In 1937 there were 1,111 prisoners killed, including 290 Ukrainians. Addressing the WASHINGTON – Patriarch Filaret of rally, Mr. Yushchenko noted that the the Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Kyiv names of thousands of outstanding Patriarchate discussed issues related to Ukrainians buried in Karelia’s interfaith relations in Ukraine and devel- Sandarmokh, the Bykivnia Forest of the Tychon Kulbida opments in world Orthodoxy with mem- Kyiv region and Stalin’s camps will be bers of the U.S. House of Representatives remembered forever. He stressed that and Senate, reported the Washington- crimes of the totalitarian Communist based correspondent for Ukrinform on regime, including the Holodomor of November 1. Meeting with the patriarch 1932-1933 and the Great Terror, cannot were Sens. George Voinovich (R-Ohio) be forgiven and should be fully con- and Sam Brownback (R-Kan.) and Rep. demned by all countries, political forces Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.). Patriarch Filaret and the public that profess democratic expressed his hope that Ukrainian values. (Ukrinform) Orthodox Churches would be integrated and spoke about the development of a Ecuador recognizes Famine as genocide sovereign and unified Ukraine. He also voiced his optimism regarding the devel- KYIV – The National Congress of opment of fraternal relations with Ecuador has passed a resolution declaring Orthodox and other religious communi- the 1932-1933 Holodomor in Ukraine as ties of the United States. (Ukrinform) the genocide against the Ukrainian nation. Ecuador is the second country in Latin A new national unity declaration? America to recognize the Holodomor; Peru was the first. The Holodomor in KYIV – Viktor Yushchenko on Ukraine has been officially recognized by Entered Into Eternal Rest November 6, 2007 October 31 welcomed the idea of signing Australia, Hungary, the Vatican, a new declaration of national unity, Lithuania, Estonia, Spain, Italy, Mourning his passing are his devoted wife of 56 years, Ukrainian media reported. Mr. Argentina, Canada, Georgia and Poland. Anna; his beloved daughter Lesia, with her husband Bohdan Yushchenko said that the post-election (Ukrinform) situation in Ukraine provides a unique and their daughter Alexandra; and his beloved son Nicholas, opportunity for politicians to turn away Moscow limits election observers with his wife Lida and their daughters Irena and Roma. from past disagreements in favor of mutu- MOSCOW – The Central Election al understanding and cooperation. “As Commission intends to invite 300 to 400 Friday, November 9, 2007 president, I respect the election winners foreign election monitors to observe the Viewing from 4pm to 8pm, with a Panakhyda at 7pm and will respect the opposition,” Mr. December 2 Duma elections, gazeta.ru Gleason Funeral Home Yushchenko said, adding that the ruling and other Russian media reported on 730 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 coalition and the opposition should deter- October 29. Moscow invited some 1,200 mine the format of their mutual relations. (518) 374-1134 such observers for the legislative elec- “If it’s necessary to divide the seats in the tions in 2003. According to gazeta.ru, the Saturday, November 10, 2007 leadership of Parliament, I will be the commission felt that the work of some first who supports such a strategy. If it’s Funeral mass at approximately 12pm observers in 2003 overlapped. necessary to divide the seats in the leader- St. Andrew Memorial Church in South Bound Brook, NJ. Commission Chairman Vladimir Churov ship of the government, I will support that Interment and memorial lunch immediately following told journalists that the invitations would too,” he said. Party of the Regions law- be issued on October 30. Mr. Churov said maker Yurii Myroshnychenko recently observers will be invited from the said that key Ukrainian politicians should Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of May his memory be eternal! return to the idea of the Universal of Europe, the Parliamentary Assembly of National Unity, which was signed in the Organization for Security and August 2006 to defuse the coalition- Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), the building crisis that followed the parlia- Shanghai Cooperation Organization and mentary elections that March. (RFE/RL other organizations. Commission member The Ukrainian Medical Association of North Newsline) Igor Borisov said the number of observers America New York Metropolitan Chapter Ukraine pays off gas debt is being limited because in past elections would like to inform its members and all Ukrainian organizations sent large delegations for diaspora that an active member of our association KYIV – Ukrainian Fuel and Energy the express purpose of finding “formal Minister Yurii Boiko announced on violations.” He claimed the OSCE has October 31 that UkrGazEnergo, a sent much smaller teams to monitor elec- Dr. Andrew Tershakovec Ukrainian-registered joint venture tions in the Baltic states, despite the between RosUkrEnergo and Ukraine’s “obvious shortcomings” of elections in state-owned gas company, Naftohaz those countries. “We don’t need helpers passed away on October 23, 2007. Ukrayiny, has paid its parent company in organizing elections like in Africa or RosUkrEnergo a large part of the $920 Kosovo,” Mr. Borisov said. “We have an million debt owed for Russian gas sup- established democratic system.” Mr. plies to Ukraine, Ukrainian media report- Borisov said the OSCE delegation will be We offer our deepest condolences to his daughter ed. Under the current supply scheme, limited to between 50 and 100 observers. Tamara and the extended family. RosUkrEnergo – a Swiss-registered joint Gazeta.ru reported, citing unidentified venture between Gazprom and Ukrainian sources, that the observers will only be billionaire Dmytro Firtash – buys gas allowed to remain in the country for three from Russian gas giant Gazprom, delivers weeks and they will not be allowed to it to the Ukrainian border and sells it to arrive in Russia before November 10. New York Chapter UkrGazEnergo. UkrGazEnergo incurred There are some 95,000 polling stations in 16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 South Florida raises funds for CCRDF Lviv clergyman by Kristen Elise Lindley SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla. – pays a visit to HURI, Sunny Isles Beach, a barrier beach just north of Miami Beach, was the setting meets staff, students for this year’s South Florida fund-raiser for the Children of Chornobyl Relief and by Peter T. Woloschuk Development Fund (CCRDF) on CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – As part of a October 7. Hosted at the luxurious beach 10-day orientation visit to the United front Acqualina Rosewood Hotel, the States, the Rev. Sviatoslav Chevtschouk, fund-raiser brought together distin- director of development for the guished guests and supporters from sur- Patriarchal Curia of the Ukrainian rounding communities of Greater Miami. Greek-Catholic Archeparchy of Kyiv, The evening was both educational and rector of the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic entertaining. A number of dignitaries Seminary of the Holy Spirit in Lviv and spoke at the event, including honorary former chair of the Theology Department chairpersons Sunny Isles Beach Vice- of the Ukrainian Catholic University in Mayor Lewis J. Thaler and his wife, Lviv, made a special visit to the Harvard Madi; Ukraine’s Ambassador to the Ukrainian Research Institute (HURI) to United States Dr. Oleh Shamshur; and familiarize himself with its mission and the founders of the CCRDF, Dr. Zenon operations and to meet its professors, and Nadia Matkiwsky. Sergio Diment students, and staff. Other distinguished guests were Msgr. Oksana Piaseckyj (left) with Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart, Dr. Zenon Matkiwsky, Arriving from the Ukrainian Catholic Martin Canavan of the Assumption Ambassador Oleh Shamshur and Nadia Matkiwsky. diocesan center in Stamford, Conn., in Ukrainian Catholic Church in Miami, the late morning of Tuesday, October 9, Rabbi Alexander Kaller of Chabad he spent some seven hours at Harvard, Lubavitch, U.S. Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart, lunching with HURI staffers at the Commissioner Gerry Goodman of Sunny Harvard Faculty Club, briefly touring the Isles Beach, Commissioner Billy Joel of university, getting an in-depth tour of the Aventura and Dr. Eliot Rosencranz from institute’s new facility and then spending the University of Miami. three hours with the institute’s senior Oksana Piaseckyj, fund-raising chair- scholars in an informal session over tea person and mistress of ceremonies, intro- in the Omeljan Pritsak Memorial Library. duced the featured speaker of the evening, During the course of his visit Father Steven E. Schultz, M.D., director of pedi- Chevtschouk gave an overview of the atric cardiac critical care at Holtz current religious situation in Ukraine, the Children’s Hospital. Together with a team ongoing development of the Ukrainian of doctors from the University of Miami, Greek-Catholic Church, the functioning Dr. Schultz visited Ukraine and witnessed of the seminary in Lviv, and its relations the difficult conditions of hospitals there. with the Ukrainian Catholic University. He described the wonderful collabora- He spoke at length about the difficulty of tive work of the Miami doctors and those getting the Ukrainian Ministry of in Ukraine that are making a difference in Education to recognize the study of the- the lives of sick children by bringing ology as a legitimate academic endeavor state-of-the-art medical aid. In his presen- Dr. Zenon Matkiwsky of the Children Oksana Piaseckyj with a gift presented and to give academic credit for courses tation Dr. Shultz pointed out on a map of of Chornobyl Relief and Development by Dr. Zenon Matkiwsky on behalf of in the field. Ukraine where his grandparents were Fund with Sunny Isles Beach Vice- CCRDF in recognition of her volunteer Father Chevtschouk asked about the born, proudly tracing his ancestry to Mayor Lewis Thaler and Madi Thaler work. type of students that are currently attract- Ukraine. ed to Ukrainian studies at Harvard, what Mrs. Matkiwsky, in her moving power- tal gift to Vice-Mayor Thaler and his wife, Victor Khomenko on bass. Setting the their motivation is, what their major point presentation about the fund’s history, and also to Ms. Piaseckyj in recognition of mood with slow sustained notes, then areas of academic interest are and what illustrated the monumental work that the their work on behalf of the CCRDF. moving into incredibly energetic bowing, specific projects were currently under CCRDF has accomplished in its 18 years. A magnificent concert followed with Mr. Popadiuk was mesmerizing. Known way. Dr. Matkiwsky warmly greeted the the Papa Duke Trio, violinist Vasyl He also mentioned the fact that over attendees and presented an engraved crys- Popadiuk, Stan Fomin on keyboard and (Continued on page 22) the years a number of seminarians from Lviv had participated as students in Harvard’s Ukrainian Summer Institute and said, “Not only did our students get a feel for America and the American edu- cational system, but they participated in classes and seminars on Ukrainian topics at a higher level than anything that is currently available at home in Ukraine.” In commenting on Father Chevtschouk’s visit to the United States, John F. Kurey, executive director of the Ukrainian Catholic Educational Foundation in Chicago, said, “Father Sviatoslav came to make a presentation on the Kyivan Archeparchal Curia to the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic bishops gath- ered in their extraordinary synod in Doylestown, Pa., commemorating the 100th anniversary of the creation of the first Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy in the United States. Taking advantage of this visit, we thought it appropriate for him to visit the major Ukrainian institutions in the Northeast, to meet their directors and staffs, and to also meet representatives of the Ukrainian hromadas [communities] in the region. Our goal was to give him a chance to meet with Ukrainian American leaders and to give him a feel for Ukrainian life in the United States.” “Father’s visit to HURI is also part of an ongoing attempt to develop and main- tain ties between the Ukrainian Catholic University and Holy Spirit Seminary in Lviv with HURI, which is the pre-emi- nent institution of Ukrainian studies in the world,” Mr. Kurey concluded. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 17 GENERATION UKE

Edited and compiled by Matthew Dubas and Yarema Belej Punk rock band Flit of Ukraine Ukrainians and Cree combine releases its first concert DVD on “Mixed Blessings” TV series PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Ukrainian punk- PARSIPPANY, N.J. – “Mixed Film or Video Tax Credit. rock band Flit released a DVD of its June Blessings,” a new comedy-drama televi- According to Ms. Lameman, “Mixed 16 concert in its hometown of Ivano- sion series, has launched six half-hour Blessings” is a pretty accurate reflection Frankivsk at the oblast musical-drama the- episodes set in Fort McMurray, Alberta, of life where she resides, Beaver Lake ater. The DVD includes interviews with the featuring the blended family of Hank Cree Nation reserve, about three hours band, music video clips and photos. Kowalchuk (Gary Basaraba), a Ukrainian north of Edmonton. “There’s a lot of Volodymyr Novikov, lead singer/song- plumber, with Josie Fraser (Tina Ukrainian people around here,” she writer and second guitar; Andriy Markiv, Lameman), a Cree waitress, widowed added, “It’s not unusual to be married to back-up vocals and lead guitarist; with children (Clare Stone, Jesse a Ukrainian if you’re a Cree woman,” Mykhaylo Kopievsky, bass; and Ihor Frechette, Emma Ashbaugh, Griffin she told Canada.com. Ozarko on drums; comprise Flit, which Powell-Arcand and Allen Belcourt). Also “This is showing real life up here and describes its music as “intelligent-punk,” joining the cast is Big Daddy Tazz of it’s showing the comedy up here,” she drawing inspiration from its society and Winnipeg as Tazz. As the two try to grow said. The subject of blended families is environment. their lives together, the kids, the relatives often considered fragile territory, but it Flit was formed in 2001 and in 2004 and the town fight to pull them apart. shouldn’t be, she added. “Anybody who released its first album, “Svit Takiy” (The The show, described as “Corner Gas” has been in a relationship with a different way of the world) under the label meets “Brady Bunch,” was created by UkrMusic. The band’s second disc, Ron E. Scott, Ric Beairsto and Drew culture will probably get it, even if “Zanykay” was released in 2006. Hayden Taylor, and is co-produced by they’re native or not.” The band is gaining in popularity among Laughing Mountain Communications Mr. Scott, an Albertan Métis, said, the youth in Ukraine, performing through- and Prairie Dog Film & Television, based “There’s so many kind of leaps that a lot out western, central and southern Ukraine, in Edmonton, the site of the filming. of audiences have to take on TV and we and has an upcoming tour during December Production was also made in associa- just wanted to present a situation that we in eastern Ukraine with stops in Donetsk, UMKA’s website at www.umka.com.ua or tion with Aboriginal Peoples Television thought [portrayed] real people and real Symferopol, Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk. for more information, visit the band’s web- Network (APTN) and the Canadian situations.” To obtain Flit’s music, readers can visit site at www.flit.net.ua. Television Fund (created by the govern- “Mixed Blessings” airs on Tuesdays at ment of Canada and the Canadian cable 7 p.m. MT (9 p.m. ET/PT), and is re- industry), the government of Alberta and broadcast on Fridays at 6:30 p.m. MT the Alberta Film Development Program, (8:30 p.m. ET/PT), and Sundays 6 p.m. A trip to haunted Soyuzivka and the participation of the Canadian MT (8 p.m. ET/PT).

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by Yarema Belej and dance to their favorite Ukrainian tunes. Early in the afternoon on Saturday, the KERHONKSON, N.Y. – Against the rains finally subsided and the haunted beautiful backdrop of the colorful autumn- hayride and costume parade provided day- hued trees, Soyuzivka, the estate of the time entertainment for the younger guests, Ukrainian National Association, held its while the evening hayride was geared more annual Halloween weekend to a capacity toward the adult crowd. The buffet prepared crowd on October 26-28. Soyuzivka played by chef Andrij “Snake” Sonevytsky truly host to werewolves, airline flight attendants, lived up to all expectations, and surpassed vampires and a bunch of other strange them. guests. The crowning moment of the weekend Halloween weekend was the last big was the masquerade zabava, with music by weekend for the public at Soyuzivka, due t0 Hrim, which provided the backdrop for a planned renovations. In accordance with it great time through its mix of Ukrainian being the last such weekend, the resort was music and contemporary rock to celebrate festively decorated and the events were the occasion. well-planned and executed by Soyuzivka’s There is something surreal about this staff, including General Manager Nestor masquerade zabava, as you walk into the Paslawsky, to ensure a lasting memory until Veselka Hall, it is nearly impossible not to the warm spring months. be struck that this zabava is nothing like any Guests were treated on Friday evening to other. With mummies, fishermen, pilots, Dr. an abundant buffet in the Main House and Seuss characters and a whole array of crea- the nightlife was kicked off in the Trembita tures of the night dancing and partying with Lounge by the accordion virtuosity of an occasional waltz in the background, this Matthew Dubas. Overcome with the spirit year’s final zabava weekend at Soyuzivka of the music, guests were compelled to sing was truly a very ghoul time. 18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 UMANA board hosted by Florida members Philadelphia ST. PETERSBURG BEACH, Fla. – center to mark The board of directors of the Ukrainian Medical Association of North America 75th anniversary (UMANA) held its regular quarterly meeting on Saturday, October 13, at the of Holodomor Sirata Beach Resort and Conference by Andrea Zharovsky Center in St. Petersburg Beach, Fla. Responding to an invitation extended by JENKINTOWN, Pa. – The Ukrainian the Florida Branch President Dr. Taras Educational and Cultural Center (UECC), Kochno, UMANA National President Dr. the Ukrainian Heritage School (UHS) and Ariadna Holynskyj cheerfully called on the Ukrainian National Women’s League of the board to meet in the state hosting the America (UNWLA) Philadelphia Regional newest of UMANA’s 18 chapters. Council are inviting students and the com- The meeting opened on Saturday munity to attend the 75th anniversary com- morning with greetings by Drs. memoration of the Ukrainian Holodomor at Holynskyj and Kochno, followed by a the main hall of the UECC on Saturday, routine session of association business. November 17, at 12:45 p.m. Board members present were Dr. The program will feature “Children and Holynskyj, president; Dr. Andrew the Holodomor,” poems performed by the Melnyk, vice-president (by teleconfer- students of UHS, Maria Kaminska, UHS ence); Dr. Wayne Tymchak, president UMANA members and officers at a joint meeting in Florida: (seated from left) teacher, and Olya Kostiv, assistant director elect (by teleconference); Dr. Borys Dr. and Mrs. Wolodymyr Korol, Dr. Eugene Steckiw (standing) Drs. George of UHS; “Recollections of those who sur- Buniak, secretary; Dr. Roman Pravak, Hrycelak, Ariadna Holynskyj, Borys Buniak, Taras Kochno, Lyda vived the Holodomor,” Petro Hurskyj; and treasurer; Dr. Kochno, Florida branch Tymiak, Roman Pravak, Maria Hrycelak and Ihor Fedoriw. “Two video film fragments of modern president; Dr. Ihor Fedoriw, Holodomor Commemorations in Ukraine,” Pennsylvania branch president; Dr. Likarskyj Visnyk, the Journal of the bers. Dr. Kochno reported on the status Marta Pelensky, chair of UNWLA Branch Roxolana Horbowyj, Maryland-D.C. Ukrainian Medical Association of North of the chapter, summarizing the recent 90. Metro president; Dr. Luba Komar, America (JUMANA). The board felt that branch activity and exploring planning After a short intermission, the program Toronto branch president (by teleconfer- it would be beneficial to extend a search options for the upcoming year. Members will continue with the screening of the short ence); Dr. Maria Hrycelak, UMANA to all members on record, suggesting that eagerly volunteered for needed positions film “The Unknown Famine” (“Neznanyi Foundation president; and Dr. George they might form an editorial board to and encouraged Dr. Kochno to definitely Holod”). Researcher-consultant Taras Hrycelak, executive director. lessen the workload and spread the proceed with plans for a Florida Branch Hukalo, director Claude Caron and Florida branch members attending responsibilities among themselves meeting in the near future. “Planete” executive producer Karel Ludvik were Dr. and Mrs. Wolodymyr Korol, Dr. according to relevant skills and interests. At the conclusion of the formal por- were each given awards by the Ukrainian Nataliya Rakowsky, Dr. Askold At its recent convention this June, the tion of the meeting, the board joined Canadian Committee for their outstanding Mosijczuk, Dr. Eugene Steckiw and Dr. Assembly of Delegates of UMANA friends and relatives for a dinner cruise work on the half-hour film. Lyda Tymiak. voted to continue publication of on the Starlight Princess, enjoying a The Ukrainian Educational and Cultural The growth of the largest Ukrainian JUMANA with specific changes regard- pleasant meal to live music. The next Center, founded in 1980, is a non-profit American professional association con- ing the editorial content and scope of the meeting of the UMANA board of direc- organization whose objective is to preserve tinues, with 2007 membership poised to journal. The board is intent in complying tors is scheduled for February 2, 2008, in and promote awareness of Ukrainian her- eclipse last year’s total of 496 active with the wishes of the Assembly and pro- Chicago. This event coincides with the itage throughout the Philadelphia commu- members. ceeding with the intention and goals annual meeting of the UMANA nity. The UECC is located at 700 Cedar A significant portion of the meeting spelled out by the delegates. Foundation, as well as the UMANA Road, Jenkintown, Pa., 19046; phone, 215- was spent discussing the issue of finding Saturday afternoon was devoted to Illinois branch’s traditional debutante 663-1166; e-mail, [email protected]; a replacement editor-in-chief of the meeting with the Florida branch mem- ball. website, www.ueccphila.org. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 19 20 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45

ness prevention campaign. “It was the day workshop for girls age 16-22 aimed Claiborne Foundation, Proctor and 10th annual... development of a relationship that was at inspiring leadership in grassroots com- Gamble, Marathon, Hunt Alternatives (Continued from page 3) very useful in addressing the critical need munity work. Fund, LexisNexis and CH2MHILL. value these relationships had in the work that was here in Ukraine,” Ms. Verveer The workshop includes training and “The sponsors’ support signifies their of the women involved. said. In her remarks to the conference, professional programs on leadership, gen- dedication to building women’s leader- Ms. Horbunova was part of a delega- Ms. Yushchenko addressed the ongoing der equality, women’s rights and advoca- ship across Eurasia and their recognition tion of 10 Ukrainian women when they problems of labor migration of Ukrainian cy. The program also offers funds for of the key role that women and girls can approached Ms. Verveer in Vienna in women in her remarks to the conference. start-up grants to create non-government and should play in moving the region for- 1997 after learning she was an American In search of better wages, many organizations or projects in the girls’ ward socially, politically and economical- of Ukrainian descent. Ukrainian women still travel abroad, only hometowns and villages. ly,” the summit booklet stated. A significant part of the success of Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, “You must hear us,” Ms. Verveer said, to find degradation, exploitation and an Vital Voices is the support received from the U.S. Department of State and recalling the discussion. “Women are dis- illegal status, she observed. numerous corporate sponsors: The Coca- UNESCO served as the summit’s govern- appearing from our country. They are dis- “Sometimes after years of work Cola Co., ExxonMobil, Chevron, the Liz ment sponsors. appearing from the villages and cities, abroad, women gradually lose their ties to and no one will help us.” their homeland, became strangers to their Ms. Horbunova hasn’t stopped work- families and children, who grow up with- what her future plans are. ing to combat human trafficking ever out motherly attention and support,” Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper... An Ukrayinske Radio reporter was since – a decade after she and her col- Yushchenko said. “Torn from their coun- (Continued from page 3) particularly interested in how Ms. leagues alerted Ms. Verveer and former try, they don’t want to return when new next fall. Stefanyshyn-Piper was able to balance First Lady Hillary Clinton to this global jobs are created in Ukraine, or it’s diffi- “I was told I did a good job on the first the extraordinary demands of being an cult to integrate back into society.” crime phenomenon for the first time. mission, and would be considered for astronaut and mother. When Ms. Clinton visited Lviv in To nurture the next generation of another mission,” she said. “I am delight- “My husband helped a lot,” she 1998, she announced the first program to Ukrainian women, Vital Voices launched ed to go again. I was hoping for another explained. “When I couldn’t be home help women in Ukraine, a public aware- Rising Voices of Ukraine, an annual two- mission.” with my son, my husband was home with The logistics mission will involve her him. When a father and mother work crew taking more supplies to increase the together, not only for their careers but for station’s size to accommodate a six-per- their children, then it’s possible to bal- Hackers attack Ukrainian president’s website son crew. Currently, three astronauts live ance things.” Ukrinform response to the attack from the Orange there. “Who’s the leader at home?” the puz- fascist regime of Yushchenko on the Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper will train in zled reporter asked. “We’re both lead- KYIV – An official website of EUY.” Houston, where she lives with her hus- ers,” she replied. President Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine On October 18 the Eurasian Union of band and son. Ukraine has enormous potential, Ms. incurred hacker attacks over the course of Youth had placed on its website informa- Preparing for the mission will occupy Stefanyshyn-Piper said, adding she is three days in late October, it was reported most of her time during the next year and “open to future activities and returning on October 30. tion about the destruction of symbols of Ukrainian statehood located atop Mount a half, so she said she doesn’t expect to [to Ukraine].” The Secretariat’s press-office reported Reminiscing about her visit last year, Hoverlia. return to Ukraine or make many public that most of the attacks, which rendered she said she was struck by the warmth and The Justice Ministry of Ukraine put a appearances. the president’s website inaccessible, origi- During the Vital Voices conference, friendliness she encountered. “When I ban on the organization’s activity in nated from Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Ms. Stefanyshyn-Piper participated in a arrived in the village, I was greeted by the the United States, Israel and Great Ukraine, and the Security Service of strategy session called “The Power of priest, went to church, prayed at the Britain. Over 18,000 attacks were record- Ukraine declared its leaders Aleksandr Mentoring and Education.” moleben, went to the cemetery, held a ed. Dugin and Pavel Zarifullin personae non Ukrainian reporters were excited to panakhyda and saw where my parents The Russian-based Eurasian Union of gratae in Ukraine. get a rare opportunity with Ms. were married,” she said. “It was very spiri- Youth (EUY) has claimed responsibility EUY activists stated they would soon Stefanyshyn-Piper, asking her what tual. To have the opportunity to meet the for blocking the president’s website. Its attack the website of the Security Service Ukrainian dishes she enjoys cooking, family I knew existed, but never had much leaders said the attack was initiated “in of Ukraine. what satisfaction she derives in life and contact with, was very heartwarming.” No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 21 OUT AND ABOUT

November 11 Holiday bazaar, Assumption Ukrainian Perth Amboy, NJ Catholic School, 732-826-8721 November 24 Graduation dance, School of Ukrainian Cleveland Studies, Pokrova Ukrainian Catholic Church November 16 Taras Bulba Night, music provided by hall, 440-840-4255 Philadelphia Matthew Dubas, Ukrainian League of Philadelphia, 215-684-3548 November 24 Lecture by Father Steve Wojcichowsky, Ottawa “Teaching the Gospel Message to Your November 17 75th anniversary march and requiem Children,” St. John the Baptist New York service for victims of the Ukrainian Ukrainian Catholic Shrine, 613-731-1870 Genocide of 1932-1933, St. Patrick Cathedral, 212-228-6840 November 26 Ecumenical commemorative services for Ottawa victims of the Holodomor of 1932-9133, November 17 Fall costumed dance, Ukrainian Canadian Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of the Ottawa Congress – Ottawa Branch, Ukrainian Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Orthodox Cathedral of the Assumption of 613-728-0856 the Blessed Virgin Mary, 613-728-0856 or 613-722-1372 November 26 Lecture by Roman Podkur, “Stalin’s Secret November 17 Ma’a lot Wind Quintet performs classics, Cambridge, MA Police and the Great Terror in Regional New York Music at the Institute, Ukrainian Institute Perspective: NKVD Activities in Vinnytsia of America, 212-288-8660 Oblast of Ukraine, 1937-1938,” Harvard University, 617-495-4053 November 18 Fund-raiser for Ukrainian Catholic Yonkers, NY University, Yonkers Ukrainian Youth Entries in “Out and About” are listed free of charge. Priority is given to Center, [email protected] events advertised in The Ukrainian Weekly. However, we also welcome submissions from all our readers; please send e-mail to mdubas@ukrweek- November 18 Akcja Wisla commemoration, ly.com. Items will be published at the discretion of the editors and as Toronto [email protected] space allows; photos will be considered. Please note: items will be printed a maximum of two times each. November 18 Christmas Bazaar, Washington Balalaika Washington Society, Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine of the Holy Family, 202-526-3737

November 18 Book presentation by Alexander Lushnycky, Lehighton, PA “Ukrainians of Greater Philadelphia,” Ukrainian Homestead, 215-235-3709 or 610-377-4621

November 18 Presentation by Mariana Sadovska, Vocal Philadelphia workshop in Ukrainian folk song, Svitanya Eastern European Women’s Vocal Ensemble, Ukrainian League of Philadelphia, 215-844-1066 or [email protected]

November 19 Lecture by Oksana Kis, “(Re)Constructing Cambridge, MA Women’s History of Ukraine: Actors, Authors, Narratives,” Harvard University, 617-495-4053

November 20 Lecture by Frank Sysyn, “The History of New York the Rus’: The Transformation of Ukrainian Political Culture at the Beginning of the 19th Century,” Columbia University, 212-854-4623

November 21 Concert featuring Dumka and Baturyn, New York Ukrainian Academy of Arts and Sciences, 212-222-1866

November 21 Book presentation, “Prisoners of the Toronto Promised Land: The Ukrainian Internment Diary of Anya Soloniuk – Spirit Lake, Quebec, 1914,” Royal Canadian Military Academy, [email protected]

November 24 Famine-Genocide commemoration, Edmonton Edmonton City Hall, 780-944-7740

November 24 Famine-Genocide commemoration, St. Calgary, AB Vladimir Cultural Center, [email protected]

November 24 Banquet and Dance, Plast Ukrainian Lincolnshire, IL Scouting Organization, The Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, music by Good Times, [email protected] 22 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 New chair named for Kyiv Committee of Chicago Sister Cities Program South Florida... (Continued from page 16) CHICAGO – Mayor Richard M. Daley leader in pressure-sensitive labeling mate- ber and native Ukrainian, in her fight has appointed Vera Eliashevsky to the rials, office products and retail tag, ticket- against breast cancer in Ukraine. as “The Duke of Gypsy Violin” and the board of directors of Chicago Sister Cities ing and branding systems, in the Office The Chicago Sister Cities International new Paganini, he convinced everyone International Program (CSCIP) as chair of Products Division for over 30 years. Program provides leadership to develop, that he truly deserves that distinction. the Kyiv Committee. Currently, she leads the sales division in manage and coordinate comprehensive Mr. Popadiuk has performed on tour to Ms. Eliashevsky has been an active the Southern Region of the U.S. and is programs and projects with Chicago’s 27 sold-out audiences in Europe, the U.S. member of the Kyiv Committee since responsible for all hiring, development, Sister Cities. It aims to increase interna- and Canada, most recently at the Chicago and Kyiv signed a sister cities team leadership, budgets, profitability, rev- tional trade, promote economic develop- Montreal Jazz Festival. agreement in 1991. Since the signing, she enue and costs. She has extensive experi- ment and support exchanges in the fields Mr. Popadiuk was in the Ukrainian has taken lead roles in several Kyiv com- ence in negotiation, business planning, of culture, education, medicine, social army at the time of the clean-up of Chornobyl, and was at the site where he mittee initiatives – ranging from a 2004 strategic planning, forecasting, budgeting, services, environment and technology with witnessed first-hand the aftermath of the Human Anti-Trafficking Colloquium to the performance management and career its sister cities for the benefit of the city of explosion. This experience gave his per- 1996 visit of the Kyiv Chamber Orchestra development. Chicago, its residents and businesses. formance at the CCRDF fund-raiser a to Chicago – and was the event chairper- Through Ms. Eliashevsky’s current and Chicago’s Sister Cities include: Accra, personal meaning. son for the highly successful 2003 “Life is past positions as executive board member Ghana (1989); Amman, Jordan (2004); Local businesses generously con- Beautiful” fashion show benefit, which of the Foundation for the Advancement of Athens (1997); Belgrade, Serbia (2005); tributed gift baskets, flowers and gifts for raised almost $30,000 toward the fight Ukrainian Studies at the University of Birmingham, England (1993); Busan, the silent auction. Artist Ludmilla against breast cancer in Ukraine. Illinois, board member of the Ukrainian Republic of Korea (2007); Casablanca, Demchenko Patterson created a beautiful Most recently, Ms. Eliashevsky spear- Institute of Modern Art, president of the Morocco (1982); Delhi, India (2001); silk batik art piece especially for the headed the visit of the 2007 Vladimir Illinois Branch of Americans for Human Durban, South Africa (1997); Galway, fund-raiser. Disney World gave free Horowitz Competition winners to perform Rights in Ukraine, and founding member of Ireland (1997); Gothenburg, Sweden passes to its various parks. The outpour- in Chicago as part of the Fourth Branch 6 of the Ukrainian National (1987); Hamburg, Germany (1994); Kyiv ing of support was truly heartwarming, Presbyterian Church’s Noonday concert Women’s League of America, she has (1991); Lahore, Pakistan (2007); Lucerne, said the event’s organizers. series. She also developed an internship demonstrated her community leadership Switzerland (1998); Mexico City (1991); An educational informational display program for the U.S. State Department’s and strong efforts to strengthen the Milan, Italy (1973); Moscow (1997); created by Dr. Irena Dzubinsky provided Community Connections Program in 2001 Chicago-Kyiv Sister City relationship. Osaka, Japan (1973); Paris (1996); Petach photos of Chornobyl’s devastation and its and hosted the first Ukrainian participant. The Kyiv Committee’s current educa- Tikva, Israel (1994); Prague, Czech suffering children. Their poignant mes- Ms. Eliashevsky has a background in tion and medical initiatives include con- Republic (1990); Shanghai, China (1985); sage conveyed the horrific consequences leadership training, effective coaching and necting students in Kyiv and Chicago by Shenyang, China (1985); Toronto (1991); of nuclear radiation. The lesson to be project management. She has been establishing a web link and raising funds to Vilnius, Lithuania (1993); and Warsaw, learned from this tragedy, as pointed out employed by Avery Dennison, a global support Dr. Olga Ivanov, committee mem- Poland (1960). by Ambassador Shamshur, is that this accident could happen anyplace in the world where there is a nuclear power plant. Chornobyl was the first to be affected by this type of accident. The event raised over $19,000 for the CCRDF.

President’s party... (Continued from page 2) Tymoshenko from the president and within OU-PSD is also a product of unreformed gender relations inherited from the Soviet era. If Ms. Tymoshenko is not elected prime minister, the resulting political tur- moil would likely plunge Ukraine into crisis, as new elections could not be held for one year. For President Yushchenko it is better to have Ms. Tymoshenko inside the government than her leading the opposition from the outside and launch- ing what she has termed as “Plan B” – her presidential candidacy.

Sources: Ukrayinska Pravda, October 25-31, November 1-2, Zerkalo Tyzhnia, October 27-November 2, razom.org.ua, November 1-2.

Ortynsky... (Continued from page 7) became Ukrainians, and 20 percent became “Russians.” For the next eight years the Ukrainian Catholic Church was under the direction of Father Peter Poniatyshyn, a brilliant patriot-leader who established 24 new Ukrainian parishes and participated in Ukrainian American efforts to assist their brethren in Ukraine during World War I. With assistance from Metropolitan Sheptytsky, who visited the United States for a second time in 1921-1922, Father Poniatyshyn was also able to block further inroads by the Russian Orthodox Church. The division between the two Rusyn groups was formalized in 1924 when the Holy See appointed two bishops, Constantine Bohachevsky for the Ukrainians and Basil Takach for the Ruthenians. And that, dear reader, is the rest of the Ortynsky saga. No. 45 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 23 UKEUKELLODEONODEON FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

Horseback riding outing Plast “novaky” learn about UPA kicks off year of Plast activities

Taisa Markus NEW YORK – “Novaky” (cub scouts) from the New York City branch of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization visited the exhibit on the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) at The Ukrainian Museum on October 20. This visit was part of their current program, which focuses on the Ukrainian freedom fighters of the 20th centu- ry. Counselors Roman Juzeniw and Viktor Podpirka stand with their group. Mishanyna To solve this month’s Mishanyna, find the names of deciduous trees Plast members on horseback. listed below in the Mishanyna grid. This month’s theme: “Lystopad” – the Ukrainian word for November, which refers to the falling of by Borys Buniak a sudden, short burst of rain leaves during this time of year. How many of the trees below can you SYRACUSE, N.Y. – On Septem- drenched the riders during a guid- find in your neighborhood? ber 22, members of Plast Ukrainian ed tour of the forest. Older mem- ash elm sweetgum Scouting Organization in Syracuse- bers of the scout group provided beech hickory sycamore Utica-Binghamton, N.Y., kicked off humor, guidance and song through- birch maple tuliptree the year of activities on horseback. out the trip for the younger riders. chestnut oak walnut Twenty-one participants converged For most participants, this was dogwood sassafras willow at Highland Forest State Park in their first opportunity to ride a Fabius, N.Y., to ride horses through horse. The younger children the rugged trails on the park (“novatstvo”) were given access to grounds. pony rides and enjoyed feeding the Oksana Buniak, a member of the horses at the stable. Plast youths “Lysovi Mavky” sorority of Plast, learned facts about horses and were led the group thanks to her previ- educated on how demanding it is ous experience at a Plast-sponsored to care for the animals. horseback riding camp in Hunter, Overall, the outing was memo- N.Y. rable, enjoyable and educational. The activity was successfully Adventurous outdoor activities are organized by Roma and Yurko not only instructive in the tradition Temnycky. The weather provided a of scouting, but provide opportuni- wonderful opportunity to admire ties for those involved to share a nature in the Adirondacks of cen- novel experience while attracting tral New York. The experience new members to the Plast organiza- became even more memorable after tion. OUR NEXT ISSUE UKELODEON is published on the second Sunday of every month. To make it into our next issue, dated November 11, please send in your Our Name: materials by November 2. 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Our UKELODEON is envisioned as a public space where our youth, from kindergartners to teens, can come to learn, to share information, to relate We ask all contributors to please include a daytime phone number. their experiences, and to keep in touch with each other. 24 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2007 No. 45 Christmas Greetings 2007 PREVIEW OF EVENTS Saturday, November 17 fraternity of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization is having its annual dance, Continue your tradition... WHIPPANY, N.J: A benefit for the “Morskyi Ball,” starting at 9:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Catholic University, featuring the Ukrainian American Cultural Center Use the UNA’s publications to send holiday Father Borys Gudziak will begin with a of New Jersey, 60 N. Jefferson Road. greetings and wishes of goodwill, prosperi- divine liturgy at 5 p.m., followed by a Music will be by Tempo. Tickets for the ty and the season’s blessings. Please note, reception at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. dance are $30. Hotel rooms can be to accommodate all of our advertisers and Venue: Ukrainian American Cultural reserved at the nearby Ramada (Route Center of New Jersey, 60 N. Jefferson 10, East Hanover) at a special rate, with the many holiday obligations and dead- Road. For more information contact bus shuttle service available before the lines, we must strictly observe the follow- UCEF, 773-235-8462. dance and after. ing dates... Sunday November 18 Saturday, November 24 PUBLICATION DATES & DEADLINES PHILADELPHIA: A Ukrainian Folk LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.: Join Chicago- Christmas Issue Advertising Song Workshop with Mariana Sadovska, area Plast members and supporters in featuring “bilyi holos” (white voice/open celebrating 95 years of Plast Ukrainian Publication Date Deadline throat) technique and ancient Ukrainian Scouting Organization. A banquet and songs gathered by Ms. Sadovska in her “zabava” (dance) will take place at the travels through villages of Ukraine, will Marriot Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriot The Weekly December 16 December 3 take place at 2-5 p.m. at the Ukrainian Drive. Cocktails are at 6:30 p.m., dinner League of Philadelphia, 800 N. 23rd St. will be served at 7:30 p.m., and the (23rd and Brown). The workshop is pre- dance begins at 9:30 p.m. to the music of Svoboda December 14 December 3 sented by Svitanya Eastern European Good Times. Throughout the evening Women’s Vocal Ensemble. Workshop guests can participate in a unique fund- The Weekly December 30 December 10 fee: $30; pre-registration is required. raiser by building a large puzzle com- Call 215-844-1066 or e-mail info@svi- prising photos representing 95 years of tanya.org. The workshop will be taught Plast – come find yourself, your parents Svoboda December 28 December 10 in English; all are welcome. Come dis- and your friends. Tickets for the dinner cover the folk voice in you. and dance are $95; dance only, $40. For 1/16 page – $35; 1/8 page – $50; 1/4 page – $100; additional information e-mail village- CHICAGO: The Ukrainian Business [email protected]. 1/2 page – $200; full page – $400 and Professional Group of Chicago invites members and the community to a PARMA, Ohio: The Association of All advertising correspondence, reservations and payments should be directed presentation on “The September Ridna Shkola School of Ukrainian to Mrs. Maria Oscislawski, advertising manager, tel. 973-292-9800, ext. 3040, Elections in Ukraine.” Roman Studies will hold its graduation dance e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] Kupchinsky, senior researcher for Radio (maturalna zabava) at Pokrova Free Europe/ Radio Liberty, will assess Ukrainian Catholic Church Hall, 6810 Kindly make checks payable to The Ukrainian Weekly or Svoboda, as appropriate. Please send payment to The Ukrainian Weekly, or Svoboda, the political climate in Ukraine and dis- Broadview Road, Parma, OH 44134. P.O. Box 280, 2200 Route 10, Parsippany, NJ 07054 cuss the significance of the recent elec- The cocktail hour begins at 6:30 p.m., tions for Ukraine, Russia and the West. followed by dinner; the presentation of A specialist in Soviet and post-Soviet the graduates will begin at 8 p.m. Nove history and politics, Mr. Kupchinsky Pokolinya of Toronto will play for the served as director of the Ukrainian dance, which begins at 9 p.m. Service of Radio Free Europe/ Radio Admission for dinner and the dance: Liberty in Munich and helped establish a adults, $50; students, $40; $25 for the bureau in Kyiv for Radio Liberty. The zabava only. Evening attire is required. presentation will be held at the For reservations or information call Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 440-840-4255. W. Chicago Ave., with a brunch recep- tion at noon and the presentation at 1 Sunday, December 2 p.m. Admission: $10 for UBPG mem- bers; $15 for non-members and guests. WARREN, Mich.: An open house and informative reception for the Ukrainian Wednesday November 21 Catholic University will take place at St. Josephat’s Banquet Center, 26440 Ryan NEW YORK: Yara Arts Group will Road. For more information contact present a vocal workshop in Ukrainian UCEF, 773-235-8462. folk singing with Mariana Sadovska. Ms. Sadovska has traveled through Saturday, December 8 Polissia, the Poltava, Hutsul and Lemko regions of Ukraine collecting songs, sto- WHIPPANY, NJ: The Children of ries and documenting rituals. Discover Chornobyl Relief and Development the folk voice in you. Enjoy traditional Fund and the Ukrainian American harmony singing, learn the ancient Professionals and Businesspersons songs. You do not have to be able to read Association of New York and New Ukrainian or music to participate. Pre- Jersey invite you to join us for a registration is required; participants are Christmas Celebration at the Ukrainian advised to do so now since the workshop American Cultural Center of New is scheduled for the day before Jersey, 60 N. Jefferson Road. Thanksgiving and will take place only if Entertainment by Papa Duke featuring enough people register. Call Yara for violinist virtuoso Vasyl Popadiuk, hailed time and place of workshops at 212-475- as the next Paganini of the violin and 6474 or e-mail [email protected]. master of diverse musical genres: classi- cal, jazz and rock. Admission/contribu- Friday, November 23 tion: $100 per person. RSVP to Alexa Milanytch by December 3 at 973-376- WHIPPANY, N.J.: The Chornomortsi 1748 or [email protected].

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