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Uncover the Magic of Ukraine: A Workshop Series by Journalist Iryna Yevstafieva

Promoted by St. Demetrius (Ukrainian Catholic) Development Corp./Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre, St. Demetrius Residence

Begins on Wed, May 29, 2024 2:00 PM
Ends on Wed, May 24, 2023 3:30 PM

St. Demetrius Residence, 123 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke

Event Description

Come see Ukraine outside the war

This program is offered to older adults 55+ and is held virtually via Zoom or in person at 123 La Rose Ave.

 

• Wednesday May 22 @ 2PM • KYIV

We invite you to a virtual tour of the capital of Ukraine. Modern Kyiv is a city of fresh ideas and innovations despite the war. It is also a city of impressive history and unique cultural treasures. Take on the tour with us, see its beauty, feel its energy, and learn about its fascinating history, culture and innovations.

• Wednesday May 29 @ 2PM • DONBAS

Did you know that Ukrainians have lived here since the 16th century, that Donbas is the homeland of the sixties, Soviet dissidents, and creators of UNSO - Ukrainian People's Self-Defense? We will introduce you to a constellation of our contemporary poets of Donbas, poet Serhiy Zhadan, the most popular Ukrainian writer abroad, charming Lyubov Yakimchuk, who was invited to perform in front of thousands at the official Grammy Awards ceremony, where she read the poem "Prayer" from her collection "Apricots of Donbas."

 

REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kduigrDsuHtSsRnDUaJ5PY62fY6Em_qCv

QUESTIONS?Anna at 647-725-0843 or adenkova@stdemetrius.ca

LEARN MORE: www.stdemetrius.ca/community-programs

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