If you’re looking for the perfect summer getaway, close to natural beauty, outdoor activities, fine dining and shopping, the Ukrainian Homestead of CEC, ODWU Inc. is just the place. Located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains of Carbon County, the
Ukrainian Homestead offers an array of festivals, camps and activities for families, young adults and seniors alike.
The historic and picturesque town of Jim Thorpe with its shopping, restaurants and nearby hiking and biking trails is just five minutes away. The Ukrainian Homestead itself offers many amenities, which include newly renovated motel rooms, a full-service restaurant and a swimming pool with spectacular mountain vista views. There is camping at nearby Mauch Chunk lake or you can stay at the Jim Thorpe Inn.
The Ukrainian Homestead is the cultural center for the Ukrainian American community in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The summer season begins with a Memorial Day picnic on Sunday, May 29. On June 11, Branch 7 of the Organization for the Rebirth of Ukraine (known as ODWU) will sponsor a Ukrainian Cabaret to benefit the United Ukrainian American Relief Committee’s humanitarian outreach in eastern Ukraine. The event features dinner, dancing and entertainment by the Kazka Ukrainian Folk Ensemble and St. Mary’s Traditional Ukrainian Dancers. The Ukrainian American Heritage Foundation dance camp runs June 27 through July 1. A finale performance is offered on Saturday, July 2, at 7 p.m. followed by a “zabava” to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend.
The highlight of the summer for the Ukrainian Homestead is the annual Ukrainian Festival. This year’s festival is Saturday and Sunday, August 20-21, beginning at noon both days. Featured performers include the Kazka Ukrainian Folk Ensemble, renowned violinist Innesa Tymochko-Dekajlo and accordionist Walt Syzonenko, who will also be playing the Saturday evening zabava.
For more information on room and facility rentals, as well as a full calendar of events, visit the newly redesigned website at www.ukrhomestead.com or call 610-377-4621. Limited dates are available for weddings, reunions and picnics throughout the 2016 season.