Ukrainian Christmas on CKUA Radio

Alberta's CKUA radio has been online, producing original radio shows since 1927.  A treasure originally founded as the radio station of the Universtiy of Alberta, it has been recognized internationally as the voice of Alberta artists, musicians and cultural enthusiasts.

Orest Soltykevych is one of my favorite announcers on CKUA radio.  A friend from way back, his eloquent style and vast knowledge of music - especially music of Eastern Europe is superlative.  You can join him for On Sun Breakfast for Ukrainian Christmas on CKUA radio.  Selecting the great music of the season, celebrating the Orthodox Christmas by the Julian calendar in languages of Ukraine and her neighbors in Eastern Europe (Church Slavonic, Russia, etc.) it is a wonderful way to bring the music of Alberta's ethnic community into your home. 

http://www.ckua.com/

Banff/Canmore 104.3. Calgary 93.7. Drumheller/Hanna 91.3. Edmonton 94.9. Edson 103.7. Fort McMurray 96.7. Grande Prairie 100.9. Hinton 102.5. Lethbridge ...

Calgary's 3rd Annual Ukrainian Festival

Well today is the day!  The Ukrainian Festival in Calgary is a spectacular and unexpected treat I hope you get a chance to experience!  With dancers, singers, performances of all kinds, vendors, food, entertainment of a social kind, a zabava and plenty of opportunities to visit and get reacquainted with your Ukrainian community, it's time to get out and celebrate.

In a city where about 80,000 people claim Ukrainian descent, this is a long overdue celebration of our rich heritage! It’s time to say “Vitaemo!” (Welcome!) to all, and show Calgary true Ukrainian hospitality!

The organizing committee has done such a fabulous job of accomodating the needs of all those involved - make sure you let them know they are appreciated.  Well, I hope to see you Saturday and Sunday at Acadia Recreation Complex - 240-90 Avenue SE.  or check www. calgaryukrainianfestival.ca

Oi, zabava, zabava azh do rannia, Oi, zabava, zabava tseeloo neech!

Clubs and Organizations

I just found out some surprising information - blew my mind. I'll bet you didn't know either.  Who knew there are 30 Ukrainian organizations in Calgary?  That's a lot of community groups getting together to "foster and continue" the Ukrainian identity thing here in Calgary.  That's a really significant values statement for a smallish city of just over a million people.  Do you know about any of these groups and the good work they are doing in our city?  Needing connections?  just get on to  www.calgaryucc.org for more information.