Plates piled high with verenyky (pierogies) and sour cream, kielbasa and sauerkraut and holubtsi (stuffed cabbage rolls). Melodic voices singing ethnic tunes. The sounds of a dance troupe stomping its feet in unison while their costumes -- a sea of red, blue, yellow and green -- a visual landscape captivating from distances far and near. Sound intriguing? Along with some vendors selling their wares, children’s and other fun activities, this is what you’;ll find at Philadelphia’s inaugural Ukrainian Fest.
On October 12, from11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the grounds of the Ukrainian Educational and Cultural Center will be transformed into a fun entertainment zone for children and adults alike, who are interested in experiencing a little bit of Ukraine.
The festival will feature all-day live band entertainment by a popular Ukrainian band called Cheremosh. Two, one-hour stage performances by various dance groups will delight the audience with their spirited dances as well as singers.
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There will be folk art demonstrations in the art of making pysanky (Ukrainian Easter eggs), gerdany (Ukrainian beadwork), Ukrainian-style embroideries, weaving and wood-carving by master crafters. Also part of the folk art demonstrations will be an explanation and performance of the bandura, the national Ukrainian musical instrument (a harp-like hybrid - plucked instrument) by a talented master player. Children will enjoy typical festival activities like face painting and a moon bounce.
Ukrainian Fest will be open October 12, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 700 N. Cedar Road, Jenkintown, Pa., rain or shine. Admission is free; there is a $5 parking fee. Visit www.ukifest.com for further information.
