Soyuzivka promises a fun-filled season with plenty to do, and much of it new (05/06/01)

A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do...

Soyuzivka promises a fun-filled season with plenty to do, and much of it new

by Sonia Semanyshyn

KERHONKSON, N.Y. - There's a new area code at Soyuzivka. Is that all that we can say is new at Soyuzivka this year? No, not at all!

Soyuzivka has a new staff, new programs and new people visiting the resort of the Ukrainian National Association. And everyone is getting geared up to offer guests a fun-filled summer season - an opportunity to meet a lot of new friends or get re-acquainted with old ones.

Guests can sit back, kick up their heels and have a relaxing time at the pool - or they might like to investigate the enticing sites in the region. Cruise the Hudson, browse through antique shops, museums and historical mansions, walk a canal towpath, ride a scenic railroad, visit a winery or the Woodstock art colony, or Catskill Game Farm - all located within the beautiful Shawangunk/Catskill mountain range of New York state.

Sports enthusiasts will find lots of golf, rock climbing, mountain biking, horseback riding, tubing and, of course, hiking with unparalleled vistas.

Soyuzivka management expresses it heartfelt thanks to the guests who already have made their reservations for the upcoming summer season. Those who have not should be advised that there still is time, but counseled not to wait too long or you might be shut out of a wonderful summer experience. (Consider booking a week for an entire group to add to your enjoyment.)

The summer traditionally begins with Seniors' Week, then continues with the ever-popular Fathers' Day program, - Plast's "Tabir Ptashat" (a day camp for Ukrainian-speaking preschoolers) Soyuzivka's own children's camp, Chemneys' fun center (this year a second age group has been added), Tennis Camp, Sitch Sports School, Roma Pryma-Bohachevsky's Dance Workshop and two Dance Camps, UNWLA Day, Club Suzy-Q Week (for young professionals) and Miss Soyuzivka Weekend.

It all culminates with a fun-filled Labor Day week, featuring a golf tournament, tennis championships and a swim meet.

Guests are reminded that they are invited to come and eat heartily at Steak Night (Mondays Hutsul Night (Wednesdays) or Odesa Night (Fridays) as well as at the resort's trademark Sunday brunches.

The summer cultural program promises to have something for everyone: from the Dumka Chorus and dance recital of the folk dance camps and workshop, to a performance by The Unist Dance Group of Yonkers, N.Y., which is making its first appearance this year.

Not part of the cultural program, but something to look forward to for the kids or those young at heart is Chemney's birthday party on July 14.

Soyuzivka is also proud to host the talents of such artists as: Sofika Zielyk, Daria "Dycia" Hanushevsky, Zenovia Huley and the Kozak family.

Midnight Bigus will be back for guests' listening pleasure, along with new orchestras that will set toes a tapping and feet a dancing. Among the exceptional bands to be heard are: Fata Morgana, Luna, Montage, Svitanok, Tempo, The Legend, Vechirka and Vidlunnia - all performing at the Saturday night zabavy (dances).

Be as active as you wish, or just sit and relax by the pool and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Remember Soyuzivka is here for you not just for the summer months but all year long.

For additional information, rate schedules, reservations and a fun time call Soyuzivka at (845) 626-5641, ext. 141; fax (845) 626-4638; or e-mail [email protected]. Check out the website at www.Soyuzivka.com.

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