he team of Ukrainian students from Kyiv-Mohyla Academy is currently in Toronto with a special mission—to showcase the uniqueness of Ukrainian culture among Canadians and the Ukrainian audience residing in Canada.

The workshops are open to all those interested in delving into Ukrainian culture by learning how to create their own art pieces. The event is scheduled for the 9th of March at 12 pm at St. Volodymyr Institute and will include:

• Painting pictures inspired by the renowned Ukrainian artist Maria Prymachenko on fabric.

• Creating abstract compositions (collages) using various paper materials.

Attendees are invited to join these inspiring community activities to gain insights into modern Ukraine once again. All participants will be provided with necessary materials and snacks.

Register

Discover the Art of Varenyky with Olia Hercules

Presented by: St. Volodymyr Institute and Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch

Discover the Art of Varenyky with Olia Hercules

Join Olia for a live, interactive online workshop where we will explore the world of Varenyky, Olia’s ultimate source of comfort food.  Under Olia’s expert tuition, we will make everything together from scratch during the class.  We will learn about whether the perfect Varenyk exists, and why Olia would always choose Varenyky as her last supper.  We will also ask whether there is an ultimate number of Varenyky to be eaten in one sitting!  

The class will start with an introduction, then we will make the dough.  We will look at fillings, exploring traditional fillings and perhaps the not-so traditional fillings.  We will learn Olia’s special techniques to elevate pinching so that our Varenyky are served in all their glory. 

Olia will talk us through various accompaniments which can be served with Varenyky, and we will make Pelyustka, cabbage pickled with beetroot to look like rose petals. Olia will show us how to serve this versatile pickle alongside the Varenyky to create a beautiful plate of food.  

Recipes will be provided to registrants one week prior to workshop!

🇺🇦While participation is free, Olia is fundraising for Ukraine through the Legacy of War Foundation, an international charity providing support to civilians affected by conflict.

Presented by:

Gerdan is an amazing sixteen member folk singing group from Chernivtsi, Ukraine and their arrangements of traditional folk songs are reinvigorating authentic Ukrainian music and astounding audiences everywhere!

Details about the concert in Toronto:

📍St. Volodymyr Institute
620 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON, M5S 2H4

📅 February 25, 2024
⏰ Doors open: 6:00PM
🎵 Show starts: 7:00PM

There is a primal vibration in the ancient songs from villages across Ukraine. As they wash over you... you can feel the connection with your ancestors and others from times gone by.

On this Canadian tour, Gerdan will thrill and astound you with their energy and soulfulness as well as their passion for a culture that has for too long been under threat.

In addition, this tour is happening to support families in Ukraine affected by the war that will need support and rehabilitation in the months and years to come.

You will feel uplifted and enchanted by the power and connection that is generated between the singers and the audience and show your support for Ukraine!

Don't miss your chance to see Gerdan!

Gerdan is an amazing sixteen member folk singing group from Chernivtsi, Ukraine and their arrangements of traditional folk songs are reinvigorating authentic Ukrainian music and astounding audiences everywhere!

Details about the concert in Toronto:

📍St. Volodymyr Institute
620 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON, M5S 2H4

📅 February 25, 2024
⏰ Doors open: 2:15PM
🎵 Show starts: 3:00PM

There is a primal vibration in the ancient songs from villages across Ukraine. As they wash over you... you can feel the connection with your ancestors and others from times gone by.

On this Canadian tour, Gerdan will thrill and astound you with their energy and soulfulness as well as their passion for a culture that has for too long been under threat.

In addition, this tour is happening to support families in Ukraine affected by the war that will need support and rehabilitation in the months and years to come.

You will feel uplifted and enchanted by the power and connection that is generated between the singers and the audience and show your support for Ukraine!

Don't miss your chance to see Gerdan!

The anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine is approaching.

We urge all the Ukrainians of Toronto to come out to the international action #StandwithUkraine and show everyone that we are strong and united.

The world needs to see our unity.

Glory to Ukraine !

Come to Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto on February 24th at 3pm.

Together we are strong!

The Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch presents

SPRING GATHERING

Exhibition/Pop-Up Shoppe • Peruse & Purchase

ВЕСНЯНЕ ЗАСТІЛЛЯ 

Виставка-продаж • Перегляньтеся та придбайте

“Welcome to Spring Gathering, our Exhibition and Pop-Up Shoppe. Our curatorial team, led by Victor Drazilov, hopes that this exhibition will make you feel at home as you anticipate your own Spring-time festivities.  

We are sharing with you the traditions and atmosphere that you would experience at your Baba’s (grandmother’s) home — from a full-to-bursting Easter basket ready for blessing at church, to a corner where someone just blew out the candle and put down their kistka while making a pysanka.

And like every trip to Baba’s house, you can take home a reminder of your visit. We have many pieces of Ukrainian-themed china and embroidery for sale within the exhibition that you will be able to purchase and take home once our exhibition closes on March 24th.

We invite you to peruse and purchase!”

Find out more at: https://www.umcontario.com/spring-gathering-exhibit

We are excited to host you at 620 Spadina Ave at Malanka 60

Join us on Friday, January 12, 2024
for fellowship, tradition, music, games and delicious food.

The evening includes entertainment, carolling, an auction, an art exhibit an open bar and much more!

Tickets are $175 per person
Student tickets are $125 per person

Friday, December 15, 2023 – 6:30pm
Partnered with St. Volodymyr Institute

$55.00 per person (all supplies and workshop included)

20 Participant LIMIT

Learn how to design a didukh, a bundle of grain traditionally prepared by Ukrainian families as a way of honoring the ancestors with instructor Oksana Hawrylak.

REGISTER HERE

Thursday, December 14, 2023 – 6:30pm
Partnered with St. Volodymyr Institute

$55.00 per person (all supplies and workshop included)

20 Participant LIMIT

Learn how to design a didukh, a bundle of grain traditionally prepared by Ukrainian families as a way of honoring the ancestors with instructor Oksana Hawrylak.

REGISTER HERE

Join us on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at SVI for a captivating discussion with graphic novelist Michael Cherkas, who will take us through his latest work, "Red Harvest."

Delve into the historical-fiction masterpiece that sheds light on the Holodomor, a tragic chapter in Ukrainian history, during which at least 4 million Ukrainians lost their lives in the early '30s under Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin's regime. Cherkas, a Ukrainian-Canadian author renowned for "The Silent Invasion," masterfully weaves together true stories and historical accounts to illustrate this dark period. The terror-famine was the result of the Soviet Communist Party's forced collectivization, which targeted Ukrainian peasants, leading to the confiscation of their property, livestock, and crops. As we witness the unfolding horrors in the current Ukrainian war, it's essential to remember this prior Russian aggression.

Cherkas's journey to create this graphic novel began in 2008 when a colleague with Ukrainian roots approached him about doing a graphic novel about the Holodomor. The project gained momentum during the 2020 pandemic, leading to its completion just before Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Through the lens of protagonist Mykola Kovalenko, a Ukrainian immigrant to Canada and famine survivor, Cherkas vividly illustrates the cost of resisting Stalin and the ruling Communist Party. Kovalenko's memories transport us to a time when Ukrainian families and villagers struggled not only to comprehend the war waged against them but also to survive.

Don't miss this eye-opening event featuring "Red Harvest," hailed by Publishers Weekly as a Top 10 Fall Adult Comics & Graphic Novels pick.

A Q&A session will follow the discussion.

Moderated by Sophia Isajiw

You can purchase The Red Harvest by Michael Cherkas at the book launch.
All proceeds from sales will go to the Canada Ukraine Foundation’s Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal.

Presented Presented by Holodomor Research and Education Consortium - HREC, NBM Graphic Novels, and St. Volodymyr Institute

While participation is free, DONATIONS are appreciated to support continued cultural programming at St. Volodymyr Institute.

Contact cultural.svi@gmail.com with any questions.

Presented by Holodomor Research and Education Consortium (HREC), NBM Graphic Novels, and St. Volodymyr Institute

About Michael Cherkas

Ukrainian-Canadian author Michael Cherkas was born in Oshawa, Ontario in 1954. He has worked for over 40 years as a graphic designer, art director, cartoonist and illustrator. He still makes comics the old-fashioned way using non-repro blue pencils, brush and India ink on paper.

His comics include the upcoming RED HARVEST: The Terror Famine in Soviet Ukraine, The Silent Invasion (with Larry Hancock), Suburban Nightmares (with Larry Hancock and John van Bruggen), The Purple Ray (with Larry Hancock) and The New Frontier (with John Sabljic).

About Sophia Isajiw

Sophia Isajiw is Assistant Director of Education of the Holodomor Research and Education Consortium, Toronto, and a Research Associate at the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies, University of Alberta. She served as lead interviewer for the Children of Holodomor Survivors Speak oral-history project organized by the Ukrainian Canadian Research and Documentation Centre, Toronto.

She is an educator, translator, and award-winning artist. Sophia Isajiw’s notable work includes an installation at Canada’s World War I internment camp in Banff, Alberta, which is now housed in the Glenbow Museum in Calgary. She is also the founding Editor-in-Chief of the Voices of Ukraine international translation project. This project celebrates its 10th anniversary and is gaining recognition in major media outlets and scholarly publications in Canada and Ukrain

REVIEWS

“Red Harvest – A Graphic Novel of the Terror Famine in 1930’s Soviet Ukraine”
Oct. 21, 2023 by NowReadThis

Foreword magazine – https://www.forewordreviews.com/reviews/red-harvest/

Publishers weekly – https://www.publishersweekly.com/9781681123202

WSt. Volodymyr Institute gratefully acknowledges the generous support of the Shevchenko Foundation Ukrainian Canadian Veterans Fund, the SUS Foundation of Canada, and Delta Bingo & Gaming.

Інститут св. Володимира висловлює подяку Фонду Українсько-Канадських Ветеранів при Фундації ім. Т. Шевченка ,Фундації СУС в Канаді i Delta Bingo & Gaming за фінансову підтримку культурних програм.

Dear SVI community members,

Happy Giving Tuesday! Today, we extend a warm invitation for you to be a part of something extraordinary at St. Volodymyr Institute (SVI) as we embrace the spirit of generosity that has a positive impact on our community.

Our Mission: Amplifying Ukrainian Heritage

At SVI, we take immense pride in spotlighting the vibrant tapestry of Ukrainian heritage and culture. Since the onset of the full-scale war in Ukraine, our mission has been to amplify the voices of Ukrainian artists, academics, and institutions—both in Ukraine and among those who reside in Canada. Now, more than ever, it's essential to celebrate and share our rich history.

Your Contributions in Action

Thanks to the generosity of community members like you, SVI has collaborated with numerous artists, academics, and Ukrainian institutions from Canada and Ukraine. Since 2020, we've been steadfast in providing FREE online and in-person programming, bringing the beauty and significance of Ukrainian culture to the forefront.

We've also supported students in their fundraising initiatives for Ukraine at SVI, which includes Ukrainian Week, the Unissued Diplomas reception, lectures, and art exhibits, as well as creating a dedicated meeting space for students. Since last year's Giving Tuesday, our art committee has been reactivated, working on exciting new exhibits, including the Vytynanky (papercut) installation by Daria Alyoshkina (on now at SVI).

Why Your Support Matters

Consider making a donation to support the only Ukrainian Canadian cultural centre in downtown Toronto. Your contribution will:

• Improve and expand our cultural and educational programming.

• Enhance our library resources.

• Increase available funds for student scholarships and initiatives.

• Provide long-term financial stability for our operations.

• Support our tenant organizations

Join Us Today!

This Giving Tuesday, join us in celebrating and supporting the preservation of Ukrainian culture. Your contribution, regardless of size, will make a significant difference.

Thank you for being an indispensable part of our mission to showcase the unique and vibrant spirit of Ukrainian heritage.

Warm regards,

Daria Kowalyk
Executive Director
St. Volodymyr Institute

Daria Alyoshkina, a masterful artist celebrated for her innovative approach to the ancient Ukrainian papercutting craft, is set to enchant art enthusiasts with her contemporary interpretations at SVI. This exhibition presents a unique opportunity for art lovers to witness the seamless convergence of tradition and contemporary expression.

The focal point of the exhibition is a collection of 9 large-format papercuts, each measuring an impressive 1x3 meters. These pieces showcase Alyoshkina's mastery and deep cultural connection. Additionally, exclusive artworks crafted specifically for this event will be featured in the Art Exhibit Room and will be available for purchase starting in December, providing collectors with a chance to own a piece of Alyoshkina's distinctive artistry.

SVI invites the public to experience this harmonious blend of tradition and innovation from November to December. The exhibition promises to be a captivating journey into the artistic evolution of Ukrainian papercutting.

For more information, please visit stvolodymyr.org/art-at-svi or contact oksana@stvolodymyr.org

Sunday, November 19, 2023 – 2:00pm

$45.00 per person (all supplies and workshop included)

8 Participant LIMIT

Learn how to weave or plait a square weave known as a “God’s Eye with natural golden wheat and rye with instructor Božena Hrycyna.

REGISTER HERE

Exciting News: BLOK Returns to Toronto.

BLOK, the Ultimate Eastern European Music Festival, set to take place on November 18th, 2023. Attendees can anticipate a day filled with vibrant rhythms, rich cultural traditions, and unforgettable experiences as BLOK makes its comeback. This time, the festival is bigger and better than ever and will be hosted at the impressive new location of THE BENTWAY, situated beneath the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York.

Make sure to mark your calendars for this remarkable event on November 18, 2023. The festival's organizers have thoughtfully curated a lineup featuring seven international artists from various regions of Eastern Europe, along with three local legends from the music scene. Attendees can also look forward to engaging installations (more details to be revealed soon). The best part? BLOK operates on a Pay What You Can (PWYC) basis, ensuring that the festival remains accessible to all. This event welcomes people of all ages, and while no one will be turned away, organizers kindly request that attendees register on Eventbrite to help manage the expected crowd.

BLOK promises a diverse array of attractions, including live music, DJs, workshops, installations, bars, delicious food, and activities for the whole family. It's an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Eastern Europe, right here in Toronto.

Event Details:

• Date: November 18th, 2023

• Location: The Bentway, 250 Fort York Blvd

• Time: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday, November 18, 2023 – 2:00pm

Partnered with St. Volodymyr Institute

$55.00 per person (all supplies and workshop included)

8 Participant LIMIT

Learn how to make a simple straw prism “pavuk” made to bring good fortune and blessings to the home
with instructor Božena Hrycyna.

REGISTER HERE

This event will take place in-person in the Campbell Conference Facility, Munk School, 1 Devonshire Place, Toronto and online via Zoom.

HREC Announces 2023 Toronto Annual Ukrainian Famine Lecture 

The Toronto Annual Ukrainian Famine Lecture will be delivered November 6 by Kristina Hook. As a specialist on genocide and researcher of the Holodomor, Professor Hook is the Principal Author of the report  "The Russian Federation's Escalating Commission of Genocide in Ukraine: A Legal Analysis," published in July 2023 by New Lines Institute and the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights. She is Assistant Professor of Conflict Management at Kennesaw State University’s School of Conflict Management, Peacebuilding, and Development, where she specializes in genocide prevention and international human rights. An expert in Ukraine-Russian relations, Dr. Hook is a former Fulbright Scholar to Ukraine and has conducted extensive fieldwork there since 2015. She previously served as a U.S. Department of State policy adviser for mass atrocity prevention, as a nonresident research fellow at the Marine Corps University, and as a U.S. Presidential Management Fellow. She is a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center.  

Co-Sponsor: Petro Jacyk Program for the Study of Ukraine Co-Sponsor: Centre for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies

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About Kristina Hook:

Dr. Hook is the Principal Author of "The Russian Federation's Escalating Commission of Genocide in Ukraine: A Legal Analysis," published in July 2023 by New Lines Institute and the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights. She is Assistant Professor of Conflict Management at Kennesaw State University’s School of Conflict Management, Peacebuilding, and Development, where she specializes in genocide prevention and international human rights.

An expert in Ukraine-Russian relations, Dr. Hook is a former Fulbright Scholar to Ukraine and has conducted fieldwork there since 2015. She previously served as a U.S. Department of State policy adviser for mass atrocity prevention, as a nonresident research fellow at the Marine Corps University, and as a U.S. Presidential Management Fellow. She is a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center.

The Toronto Annual Ukrainian Famine Lecture was initiated in 1998 and is organized by HREC, Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies, University of Alberta. The event is co-sponsored by the Centre for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies, University of Toronto; the Canadian Foundation for Ukrainian Studies; the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, Toronto; the Petro Jacyk Program for the Study of Ukraine, University of Toronto; and St. Vladimir Institute (Toronto).

This event will be a part of the #holodomor90 campaign. Visit holodomor90.com to find out more.

Thursday, November 2, 2023 – 6:30pm

$45.00 per person (all supplies and workshop included)

6 Participant Limit

Learn how to make a simple stylized straw icon from Multimedia Artist Myroslava Boikiv.

REGISTER HERE

The Ukrainian Student and Alumni Collective (USAC) at OCAD University invites you to attend their inaugural exhibition and auction, titled "Eclectic Ukrainian Futures" from October 19 to 26, 2023.

Spanning a diverse collection of 27 artworks, the exhibition brings together the creations of 18 talented artists, spotlighting the rich perspectives, creativity, and talent within the OCAD University community. While celebrating the essence of Ukrainian culture, the USAC envisions a future where Ukrainians thrive culturally, environmentally, and on the global stage.

To culminate the exhibition, a charitable auction is being hosted in partnership with the Canada Ukraine Foundation and Aid for Artists, with half of the auction's proceeds directly benefiting the fund. Attendees can enjoy live music and delectable food while experiencing the art and participating in the auction at the Closing Reception on October 26, 2023.

Galleries and collectors are encouraged to take note of this exciting opportunity to acquire unique works for a powerful cause. The Silent Auction Bidding Sheets are already posted on the exhibition's opening day, which is October 19, 2023.

Exhibition Dates: October 19-26, 2023

Auction and Closing Reception: 6-9 pm, October 26, 2023 (silent auction bidding sheets are already posted)

Location: Great Hall (second floor), 100 McCaul St, OCAD University, Toronto (For specific hours, please visit OCAD University Hours)

Artists:

• Eva Lewarne

• Mykyta Zhurid

• Vera Yurchuk

• Linda Smyk

• Nedward Wakawereh

• Dryden Rehanek

• Adam Gourlay

• Matthew Nicholas Kalimin

• Sasha Shevchenko

• Ievgeniia Cherednikova

• Katerina Maevska

• Esperanza Krementsova

• Ana Camila Aguilar

• Olena Kleban

• Zoryana Khrouchtch

• Katharina Davoudian

• Dmytro Lavrentiev

• Shrey Saxena

• Esther Sales

• Veronika Bondarenko

• Oksana Hawrylak

• Beth Baumgarten

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT:

Sasha Shevchenko (Instagram @lyusterko) Born in Odesa, Ukraine and living in Canada, Shevchenko always found inspiration in the hybrid functioning of the diasporic identity. Interested in revealing the way storytelling and tradition begins to shift and flow in changed settings, Shevchenko uses fleeting imagery and cultural materials to address the crucial urgency of honoring the hybrid and fragmented.

Ievgeniia Cherednikova (Instagram @ievgeniia_cherednikova_art) "I feel like I came to Canada quite recently, and yet I have been here for already the second year. In my painting process, I aim to find the loving spaces that I inhabit about Ukraine, and through my heart, I find all the things I'm grateful for. Being in Ukraine last summer, I had a chance to catch a glimpse of the beauty of Ukrainian nature, one of the subjects I am allured by."

For more artist spotlights and updates, follow USAC on Instagram: @usac.ocadu.

USAC extends their heartfelt thanks to their sponsors and partners for their unwavering support.

Join USAC in this celebration of creativity and culture. They look forward to welcoming you!

Calling all Ukrainian organizations!
Do you want to learn more about the SVI Development Project?

We invite you to our 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, featuring an informative presentation on the project, a Q&A session, and refreshments.

Date and Time: 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯, 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗣𝗠
Location: 𝗦𝗩𝗜 - 𝟲𝟮𝟬 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗔𝘃𝗲

This event is in-person only. An Online Town Hall meeting will be organized at a future date.

To secure your spot at this event, kindly complete the registration form below.

Click here to learn about the development project.

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Supported by:

So many lives were cut short by the Holocaust, many with no trace to leave behind for future generations to remember. Vendulka tells the story of a single scrap of remembrance—a candid photograph taken in the midst of this unspeakable tragedy—and that artifact’s amazing aftermath.

Famed Czech photographer Jan Lukas snapped an offhand portrait of twelve-year-old Vendulka Vogl in March 1943. A friend of the Vogls, Lukas was saying goodbye to the family, who were soon to leave Prague for a concentration camp. The photograph almost didn’t see the light of day—Lukas knew that if the Nazis found it on him, he could wind up in the camps as well—but the image was eventually developed and came to symbolize the Holocaust and humanize its victims. Seventy years after this famous picture was taken, investigative journalist Ondřej Kundra discovered that, despite all odds, Vendulka Vogl had survived the camps of Terezín, Auschwitz, and Christianstadt, and was in fact still alive and living in the United States. Kundra persuaded her to tell the remarkable story surrounding the photograph: her survival, her later decision to flee the Communist regime for America, and how she later reconnected with Jan Lukas, maintaining a lifelong friendship.

Vogl’s thrillingly moving story, Kundra’s sharp and engaging writing, and Lukas’s striking photography all combine to make Vendulka an inspiring investigation into the horrors of totalitarianism and the redemptive beauty of friendship.

Part of the presentation will be an exhibition, reading from the book and story behind it.

The event is free but registration through Eventbrite required.

Author

Ondřej Kundra currently works in the Respekt weekly as a deputy managing editor.

He became a stable team member in 2002. In his texts, he focuses on corruption, Russian and China espionage and aggression. He was awarded with the journalism award for a couple of times for his investigative work. Kundra also cooperate with international investigative team Bellingcat and he is published author – in 2014 he published a book on a well-known arts benefactress called Meda Mládková. My Wonderful Life. Putinovi agenti (Putin’s Agents), Můj syn terorista (My Terrorist Son) and Novičok nebo kulka (Novichok or bullet) are his latest releases. He has been eight times in Ukraine since last February when the Russian full scale invasion started.

The Ukrainian Self Reliance League of Canada, Toronto Branch cordially invite you to a banquet in honour of Leo Atamanchuk Life-long leader of the Ukrainian-Canadian Orthodox community.

Please join us for an evening where his many outstanding achievements will be recognized and honoured.

Sunday, September 24, 2023
Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St Demetrius
3338 Lake Shore Boulevard West
Toronto, Ontario

$100 per person

Please make cheques payable to TYC Long Branch
and sent to the office of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Demetrius (attention to Halyna)
or an email an e-transfer to Bill Strus at jwstrus@hotmail.com

RSVP by September 8, 2023.

All proceeds to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Demetrius, and St. Volodymyr Institute Development Fund.

Cocktails 4:30 pm
Dinner 5:30 pm

Join the Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch for their first auxiliary program for the “Sacred Straw” exhibit.

CHILDREN'S STRAW APPLIQUÉ with Olena Diachenko on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2 PM for kids (7 - 10 yrs.) 620 Spadina Avenue.

Straw is an amazing natural material for creativity. Its golden color shows the richness of nature. Craftsmanship of straw products is thousands of years old. Roofs for houses, furniture, dishes were made from it, various interior items were decorated with it. Ukrainian craftsmen knew how to make real works of art from straw. At our master class, we will learn how to work with this unique material. All students will create their compositions - the first works of art from natural straw.

A master class is conducted by Olenka Dyachenko. She was born and lived in Kyiv until 2022. She traveled a lot throughout Ukraine, admiring the folk art of different regions. She sincerely admires works of Ukrainian art and wants to share knowledge about various creative techniques. Since October 2022, she lives in Toronto and conducts art classes for children and adults.

Spots are limited. Please call the museum at 416-923-9861 to register.

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