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August 25 - 26, 2018
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6th Annual
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Babas & Borshch
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Ukrainian Festival
Lamont AB
You’ve heard great things about
Babas & Borshch
Ukrainian Festival
But isn’t it time to Come See For Yourself!
Locally Family Owned & Operated 780-603-5800 Patricia Fedun-Pawluk & Gordon Pawluk 5036-51 Avenue, Vegreville, AB
WELCOME! VITAEMO! ВІТАЄМО!
Welcome to Year 6! Time truly flies when you’re having fun. In the beginning we
invited Ukrainians & wannabes to help us preserve & promote the Ukrainian culture
in fun, family-focused festival fashion. We’ve learned & grown & moved & more but
our intent remains the same. And it’s never been easier to escape to the country for
some Ukrainian fun. Create some lasting memories in our photo booth!
We’re especially proud of our programming this year and as Baba Magda says isn’t
it time to Come See for Yourself!
For those who love to Listen & Learn our speaker series includes Victor Malarek
of CTVs W5 fame, the humanitarian founders of Medical Mercy Canada, and
Professor Serge Cipko.
For those who love to Do & Learn you’ve got sign making, pysanky, wheat weaving,
korovai making, painting, and butter churning.
For those who love children, see pages 4 & 5
for all the unbelievable options for fun!
Enjoy the talented Promin Ukrainian Dancers
on Saturday 1:30 pm in the ARENA plus
individual youth dancers from Edmonton
(times to be determined).
We’ve revamped this program format….let us
know if it makes your planning Hassle-Free!
Hazel Anaka - Festival Coordinator
Quick Need to Know Guide
Kid Zone p 4/5 Eat. Drink. Be Merry. p 13
Borshch p 6 Off-Site Activities p 15
Zabava p 7 More Ways to Win! p 15
Listen & Learn p 8 Souvenirs p 17
Do & Learn p 9 Supporters p 17
Listen & Enjoy p 10 Sponsors p 18
Baba’s Bazaar p 11
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Lamont County Kid Zone
Saturday 10 am -4 pm; Sunday 11 am-3 pm
If you’re a kid or simply young at heart we’ve got you covered! Thank you to Lamont
County’s Regional FCSS team for designing two full days of activities.
You need to know:
• some are intended only for kids up to 6 years
• some are All Day Drop-In
• some are Scheduled, first-come, first-serve
& require registration
• there is no supply charge
Parent Link Activities (0-6 yrs):
• Sunflower [Соняшник / Soniashnyk]
Planting Station
• Larger-Than-Life Eye Spy Bag
• Ukrainian Colouring Books
Scheduled, Registration Required, First-Come, First-Serve Sessions:
Saturday:
10:30-11:30 Kerchief [Хустка / Khustka]
1:00 – 2:00 Sunflower String Art
[Соняшник / Soniashnyk]
2:30-3:30 Wreath [Вінок / Vinok)
Floral Headpiece
Sunday:
12:00-1:00 Kerchief [Хустка / Khustka]
1:30-2:30 Sunflower String Art [Соняшник / Soniashnyk]
All Day Drop-In Activities:
• Scratch Art Easter Eggs [Писанки /Pysanky]
• Christmas Spider Ornament
• Wreath [Вінок / Vinok] brooches
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6-Pony Carousel Rides
Join the folks from Jon’s Funny Farm on Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm for Pony Rides.
Rides cost $2 ea or ride all day for $10. Proceeds go to 1st Bruderheim Guiding.
Kids Paint a Masterpiece
Andrea Levicki is back by popular demand teaching
kids to paint. The 2018 project is an 8 x 10 acrylic
Sunflower. Pay $5 for supplies and go home with a
masterpiece!
Workshops in the Arena:
Saturday: 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM
Sunday: 11:30 AM, 1 PM
Visit the ATCO Energy Education Mobile
YOUTH
DANCERS
Cheer on these young
dancers as they show
off their budding talent
…they are our future!
Avriella Sousa
Liam Smith
Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Provincial Council
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Congratulations on th 6th Annual Babas and
6 Borshch Ukrainian Festival
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Borshch! Borshch! Borshch!
Борщ! Борщ! Борщ!
Whether you love borshch for the health benefits of beets; the rich, fragrant, delicious
flavour; or the memories of Baba it conjures up, you can satisfy your craving with a
FREE borshch sample. Get your coupon at the Welcome Area and redeem it at any
Ukrainian food vendor.
Borshch [Борщ] Cook Off • The first 15 entrants will get a
keepsake Babas & Borshch / Lamont
Let Cook Off judges Chef Serge Belair County apron just for entering.
(award-winning Executive Chef at the
• Deadline for entering is August 11th
Shaw Conference Centre), Shaw Chef
Myles Fedun, and a celebrity media • Potter Susan Ferbey’s custom-made
judge rank your best beet borshch borshch bowls will be awarded to the
top 3 entries.
during this strictly-for-fun competition.
“Join me for the
Borshch Cook Off
on August 26, 2018”
Jessica Littlewood, MLA
Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville
Parliamentary Secretary
(Small Business)
Economic Development and Trade
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Zabava! Zabava! Zabava!
Забава! Забава! Забава!
While the Zabava’s location at the festival may have changed, all your favourite
components----delicious food, talented performers, great dance music----have
remained. We invite you to join us in this celebration of Ukrainian culture!
St. John’s Institute Catering & Event Specialists are back with the mouth-
watering dishes you’ve come to expect: traditional Ukrainian with an updated twist.
Step back in time to the good old ‘family style’ of meal service.
Back by popular demand,
Edmonton’s Cheremosh Ukrainian
Dance Company is the festival
headliner this year. Enjoy the heart-
pumping action of these talented
performers. Join them for the
kolomyika & strut your stuff!
Smoky Lake’s Zorya (beginning of dawn) duo, Christine
Horne and Rosaline Sliwkanich share their love of Ukrainian
music with Zabava guests. Prepare to be thrilled.
You’re in for a treat with
the popular Alberta band,
The Convertibles. Join this
versatile former Las Vegas act
as they perform a variety of great music and vocals from
country, to old time, to rock classics.
Advance tickets are still $50 per person
regardless of age.
Zabava Tickets GREEN dot tickets
bought before July 1
Zabava tickets will have a will enter first
coloured dot indicating
YELLOW dot tickets
when ticket holders
bought before August 1
can enter the to choose
will enter second
their seats:
RED dot tickets bought
after August 1
will enter last
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LISTEN & LEARN
Victor Malarek Author Talk Medical Mercy Canada Talk
Saturday 12:00 pm, Saturday 2:00 PM, Baba’s Bazaar
Sunday 12:30 pm Baba’s Bazaar Listen to Calgary humanitarians, Dr. Myron
Join Toronto’s and Elaine Semkuley discuss their 26 years
Victor Malarek of sharing and caring with those in need. As
as he discusses his founders of Medical Mercy Canada (MMC)
first fictional work, they work with other volunteers to “relieve
Orphanage 41. suffering and improve quality of life through
the direct provision of supplies, education
This prominent
and services to medical facilities and schools
Ukrainian-Canadian
for overlooked and impoverished areas of
is best known for
the world.”
his long journalism
career. Hear how this retired doctor and pharmacist
have turned their skill and compassion into
In 1990 he made the
relief projects in Ukraine. They welcome
move to television
the chance to bring their message to north-
after an award-winning career with The
central Alberta through the Babas & Borshch
Montreal Star and The Globe and Mail.
audience. Be sure to visit their booth in
After 10 years on CBC’s the fifth estate, he
Baba’s Bazaar for more information.
moved to CTV’s W5. Over the years he won
four Michener Awards for meritorious public
service journalism, a Gemini as Canada’s Starving Ukraine: The Holodomor and
top broadcast journalist, and three Canada Canada’s Response by Dr. Serge Cipko
Screen Awards for his documentaries. He’s Sunday 11:30, Baba’s Bazaar
authored seven books and won prestigious News about a
awards including the Shevchenko Medal famine in Soviet
from the Ukrainian-Canadian community. Ukraine in 1932-33
His life inspired a feature film (Malarek) and that was claiming
a TV drama series, Urban Angel. lives on a colossal
Orphanage 41 “Mykola Yashan receives news scale traversed
that shatters his world and propels him on a the borders of the
dangerous journey of roots unknown. His USSR. Although
quest is triggered by a stunning discovery in the government of
his father’s study, and soon after, the 20-year- the USSR denied
old Canadian university student is on his way it, Canadians came
to Lviv, Ukraine. His first stop: Orphanage 41 to learn about the
where he encounters the director, Natalka famine. Starving Ukraine examines both
Matlinsky, who will stop at nothing, including Canada’s reporting of the famine (Holodomor)
murder, to keep him from learning the truth and the country’s response to it, highlighting
- a secret so scandalous that if revealed will the important role played by journalists and
destroy lives and possibly topple a corrupt protesters. In his presentation, Dr. Cipko will
government.” emphasize the protests and actions that took
place in Vegreville, Willingdon, Mundare,
Don’t miss the chance to hear this remarkable
and other places in east-central Alberta.
man and pick up your autographed copy of
Orphanage 41 at the NASHI booth. Serge Cipko is Assistant Director (Research)
at the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies.
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DO & LEARN WORKSHOPS
For classes with supply fees,
get your kit at the Welcome Area in the Hall Lobby
RUSTIC SIGN CLASS
with Donna McIntyre of Nearly New Treasures, Andrew
Create a ready-to-hang wooden, Вітаємо sign for your home
using paint and stencils! Supply fee applies
Arena: SATURDAY 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm;
SUNDAY 11:30pm, 1:30pm
WHEAT WEAVING WONDERS with Irene Topolnitsky
Learn the basics of wheat weaving and leave with your very own creation!
Max. of 6 per class. Visit Irene’s booth to see advance wheat weaving
possibilities! Supply fee $5
Baba’s Bazaar: SATURDAY 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
SUNDAY 11am, 12pm, 2pm
KOROVAI DEMO with Natalia & Hanya Onyschuk
See these experts demonstrate the beautiful and symbolic
Korovai (braided wedding bread). Practice a little rolling of
your own & get recipes to take home!
Catholic Church Basement: SATURDAY only 1pm & 3pm
PYSANKY with Christine Koscielnuk
Visit Christine’s booth in Baba’s Bazaar to try your hand at this
magnificent art form or simply watch a pro in action.
Baba’s Bazaar: SATURDAY & SUNDAY booth hours
BUTTER CHURNING with Wilson Zukiwski
Learn the process for making butter the way Baba used to.
For your efforts, you’ll be rewarded with a sampling on fresh bread!
Arena: SATURDAY 11am & 2pm
POTATO PANCAKES with Radomir Bilash
Make & taste potato pancakes (pliatsky) during this Saturday
session at 11AM.
Location: TBD
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LISTEN & ENJOY
Don’t forget sunscreen and a hat as you settle in to enjoy the OUTDOOR MUSIC
JAM LINE-UP. Thanks to new & returning performers, organizer Charlie Gargus, &
Tri-Line Carriers for the stage!
Andrew Zagrosh Marango Pie
Brent Babiuk Mike Sabrowsky
Harry Menzyk Silver & Gold Trio
Jody Quickstad Alicia & Stephan Slusarchuk
John Kusick The New Melody Kings
Kasen & Kylie Hutscal Tom Gargus
Lawrence & Friends
Bandura Performance
Babas & Borshch audiences will be treated to
Chris Kyrzyk playing a concert bandura Saturday
afternoon in the ARENA. Joining him for one set
is his dad, Dennis Kyrzyk playing a mandolin.
Not to be missed!
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Perogies Wild Game
Cabbage Rolls
4204 118 Ave, Edmonton, AB 780-477-2851
Ukrainian Colours
A touch of tradition in your contemporary world
Phone: (780) 456-5196
10211-165 Avenue
Cell: (780) 690-9764
Edmonton, AB T5X 2B8
SALES@UKRAINIANCOLORS.COM
Svetlana and Yuri Eremenko
WWW.UKRAINIANCOLORS.COM
Baba’s Bazaar
After checking in at the Welcome Area in the Hall and getting your Ukrainian
passport, head to Baba’s Bazaar for all the action! Displays, shopping, performances,
speakers, workshops. Confirmed at time of publication:
A Stytch N Tyme Jarvis Group Travel Ukrainian Colors
Alberta-Ukraine Lori’s Studio Ukrainian Pysanky--C.
Genealogical Project Koscielnuk
Luba Bilash-Art &
Ceramic Cottage Adornment Weleschuk Family
Cookbooks
Cultural & Scenic Paintings Medical Mercy Canada
Wheat Weaving Wonders
Faerie Dust Glitter Tattoos NASHI
Wounded Volunteers Fund
Helen Klymok St. Michael Sticky Business
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www.babasandborshch.ca 780-365-2434 babasandborshch@gmail.comEAT. DRINK. BE MERRY.
EAT.
Let the Smachno-Ukrainian House
food truck, operated by Anatoliy &
Svitlana Rapotenko & St. John’s
Institute Catering & Event
Specialists & Elk Island Catering
satisfy your need for the flavourful,
stick-to-the-ribs comfort food
Ukrainians are famous for. Think:
pyrohy, borshch, holubsti, and so
much more. Then when you overheat,
visit Bhagvan’s Dairy Cream for an ice cream treat. Yum.
Demo Kitchen by St. John’s Institute Catering & Event Specialists
On Sunday secure your spot at the Demo Kitchen to learn how to make your own
pyrohy, pyrizhky, and nalysnyky from the pros. Wow your family with your new skills!
Space is limited and a supply fee applies. SUNDAY only 11:30 am and 1:30 pm.
DRINK.
Let the Lamont Ag Society volunteers quench
your thirst with the usual Beer Garden offerings
PLUS Ukrainian beer PLUS our signature
festival drink, Na Zdorovlia PLUS new this year,
a Ukrainian Flag Shooter in a souvenir festival
shot glass!
BE MERRY.
Capture your Be Merry moments in
our complimentary Photo Booth! Share
the images on Facebook, Twitter &
Instagram and make your friends drool!
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Funeral Home & Crematorium
Proudly serving the families of
Lamont County and surrounding area.
Funeral Directors 24 Hours
Dale Menzak
Steve Zarusky 1-877-426-0050
Ed Koroluk www.parkmemorial.com
Owned and operated by the Smolyk Family since 1941
Edmonton | Lamont | Mayerthorpe | Smoky Lake | Vegreville
Tou rs to Ukra ine
Family Run Since 2001
The Drosdowech Family and our associates in Ukraine and Canada
are pleased to offer ALL-INCLUSIVE 16-day quality small group tours
Toll-free : 1-888-269-3013 or 204-256-5996
email : ToursToUkraine@mymts.ca
Visit: www.ToursToUkraine.ca
Like us on Facebook:ToursToUkraineCanada
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We specialize in helping you connect with your roots in Ukraine!
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On Saturday ONLY (between 11 am -4 pm) hop aboard the horse-drawn wagon to visit 2
Lamont Churches. Tour these holy buildings and enjoy refreshments.
• Lamont United Church, 51 Ave & 53 St
• St John the Baptist Ukrainian-Catholic Church,
50 Ave & 48 St
NEW this year is a drive-by tour of Lamont’s historic buildings
with tour guide TJ Fenton. Driving the team of horses is mom,
Gail Fenton. Great activity for history buffs and the naturally curious!
Korovai Making Demo Saturday ONLY 1 PM + 3 PM Catholic Church
Basement Join Natalia & Hanya Onyschuk as they demonstrate the
beautiful and symbolic Korovai (braided wedding bread). Practice a little rolling of your own
& get recipes to take home!
ARE YOU FEELING LUCKY?
MORE WAYS TO WIN!
New! DRESS THE PART
Wear your embroidered clothing [Вишиванка / Vyshyvanka],
your kerchief[Хустка / Khustka], your floral wreath headpiece
[Вінок / Vinok] or all of the above (1) to strut your Ukrainian
pride and (2) for a random chance to win:
• 1 of 2 $75 Gift Certificates for any Baba’s Bazaar vendor
(Adult category)
• 1 of 2 $25 Gift Certificates Baba’s Bazaar vendor
(Child category)
Saturday draw—3 PM Sunday draw---2 PM
Back by Popular Demand!
1. KURKA KRAP
Guess where our Kurka will krap to win cold, hard cash!
2. POSTAL CODE PATROL
Share your Postal Code and Phone Number for a chance to
win 1 of 8 $25 gift certificates for any Baba’s Bazaar vendor.
Must be present to win…Good Luck!
3. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY
Celebrate your birthday at the Festival and get a free Babas &
Borshch Tumbler (while supplies last) as our gift to you! Valued at
$6. Just show us a driver’s license or birth certificate and Enjoy!
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2017/2018 Board of Directors
Gordon Gordey Paul Olijnyk
Emily Belke Shane Gibson
Trevor Shular Kelsey Olijnyk
Markiana Melymick Kayla Holowatiuk
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www.babasandborshch.ca 780-365-2434 babasandborshch@gmail.comTAKE A PIECE OF THE FESTIVAL HOME!
We have limited numbers of
past Babas & Borshch souvenirs
for sale. New this year will be
Shot Glasses and Buttons and
Souvenir Postage Stamps.
For a complete list with prices
see our Welcome Area in the
Hall Lobby.
We’ve got tumblers, squeeze
dolls, lens cloths, notepads,
souvenir lapel pins, and scarves
Plus FREE festival passports.
Can you resist? We think not!
Thank You SUPPORTERS
Diakuiu дякую
Each year there are companies, organizations, and individuals who make the festival
experience better through their generosity. If you’re keeping score, there are many
repeat names. Please join us in thanking them.
BHD Companies Tri-Line Carriers
Gail Fenton Ukrainian Canadian Congress-
Alberta Provincial Council
Kule Folklore Centre
Vegreville Cultural Society
Price Automotive
Webb’s Machinery
TJ Fenton
Volunteers
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PRESENTING
GOLD
SILVER
BRONZE
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Presents their “Small Group” tour to
UKRAINE & POLAND
Jarvis Kosowan
JARVIS GROUP TRAVEL LTD
Phone 403-650-3332
email: Jarvis@telus.net
For more details visit us online at www.jarvisgrouptravel.comYou can also read
