A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do...
Special events for singles...
NEW YORK - Ukrainians meeting other Ukrainians - what a concept! Due to the overwhelming interest in Single Ukrainian Weekenders, sponsored by the Texas-based Unity Housing Corp., a decision was made not to vacation this summer but instead to schedule some interesting events where participants can socialize with fellow Ukrainians.
By scheduling events in conjunction with existing Ukrainian functions Weekenders are supporting these events and giving members the opportunity to enjoy the culture and traditions Ukrainians share.
Kindly RSVP to (212) 35809615 or Ukrainian [email protected]. To be added to the mailing list, write to: Weekenders, P.O. Box 1607, New York, NY 10009.
To start the summer off right, a pre-summer, pre-Fourth of July celebration has been slated for June 27-28 in New York City. Single Ukrainian Weekenders will meet in a famous New York nightspot to dance the night away. Because the details have not yet been worked out, call (212) 358-9615 after June 15 for the time and place of the meeting. RSVP by June 22.
The weekend will continue with a brunch on June 28 at the Ukrainian-owned Cloister's Café located at 238 E. Ninth St., between Second and Third avenues. The brunch will begin at 11 a.m.; cost: $12. After brunch Weekenders may spend the day roaming the streets of New York.
The weekend of July 18-19 finds Weekenders at Verkhovyna in Glen Spey, N.Y. celebrating the holiday of "Ivan Kupalo" or rather "John Kupalo" - the updated version. Fellow Weekenders have been feverishly researching the ancient, yet ageless rituals of this Ukrainian celebration. Participants will meet under the zabava tent at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. After participating in the "John Kupalo" traditions, Weekenders will dance the night away under the stars at the zabava. The weekend will continue with a picnic by the Verkhovyna lake. On Sunday, July 19, Weekenders will meet at the zabava tent at noon and proceed to the picnic site. The cost of the picnic is $10. For directions and accommodations call Verkhovyna, (914) 856-1323. RSVP to Weekenders by July 10.
The Ukrainian National Association's resort, Soyuzivka, in Kerhonkson, N.Y. is the site of the next Weekenders' event scheduled for August 7-9. Start off the weekend by partying in the Trembita Lounge, starting at 9 p.m.
The weekend will continue with a Hudson River Cruise on Saturday, August 8. Weekenders who arrive early can meet at the balcony above the pool at 11 a.m. to "caravan" to Kingston, N.Y. All other Weekenders will meet at the Rip Van Wrinkle ship at Rondout Landing in Kingston, N.Y. at 11:30 a.m. Upon arrival participants will have brunch at one of the many restaurants in the area. Weekenders will then cruise the Hudson at 2-4 p.m. Cost of the cruise is $12.50. For directions to the Rip Van Wrinkle call (914) 255-6515.
At 10 p.m. the group will join Club Suzy-Q for the zabava. The weekend will continue with a picnic in the woods on Sunday, August 9. Weekenders will meet on the balcony above the pool. Cost of the noon picnic is $10. For directions and accommodations call Soyuzivka, (914) 626-5641. RSVP to Weekenders by July 31.
Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, June 7, 1998, No. 23, Vol. LXVI
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