PREVIEW OF EVENTS (05/26/96)

PREVIEW OF EVENTS

Friday, May 31 - Sunday, June 9

NEW YORK: Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the death of renowned Ukrainian artist Wasyl Diadyniuk, the Ukrainian Institute of America presents an exhibition of the artist's works depicting historical Ukrainian "kniazi" (princes) and "hetmany" (hetmans). Mr. Diadyniuk studied and was influenced by such renowned artists as Oleksa Novakiwsky and Petro Cholodny. Over 40 works will be on display at the institute's exhibit. The opening is on Friday, May 31, at 6-9 p.m. Gallery hours: Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 2, 2-6 p.m.; Monday, June 3 - Sunday, June 9, by appointment only. The institute is at 2 E. 79th St., near Central Park. For more information call (212) 288-8660.

Saturday, June 1

NEWARK, N.J.: St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic School will hold its annual parish dance in the school gymnasium at 746 Sandford Ave. The fun begins at 9 p.m. Music provided by Tempo; special performance by vocalist Zirka. Tickets: adults, $15; students, $7. Ukrainian attire optional. Prizes will be awarded for best Uke outfits. For table reservations call the rectory, (201) 371-1356.
PASSAIC, N.J.: The Passaic branches of the Ukrainian American Youth Association (SUM-A) and the Organization for Defense of Four Freedoms for Ukraine (ODFFU) invite everyone to a dance/zabava featuring the energetic new band Zolota Bulava from Montreal. The dancing starts at 9 p.m. at the Ukrainian Center, 240 Hope Ave. For table reservations and further information call (201) 772-3344.

Saturday, June 22

UNIONDALE, N.Y.: An all-day workshop in the singing of baptismal, matrimonial and parastas ceremonies will be held at the parish center of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Prof. Joseph Roll of St. Basil Seminary in Stamford, Conn., will conduct the workshop. Texts of melodies will be provided in both Ukrainian and English; Ukrainian reading ability is required. Class size is limited, and reservations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis; registration deadline is Saturday, June 15. To secure a place, call Maria Olynec, (516) 488-4823, or George Drance, (516) 328-6165.