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Vegreville News Advertiser - February 7, 2024
Stunning Ukrainian Entertainment
Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent
Around 380 attendees enjoyed the polished and heart-stopping dancing performance by the Svitlo Ukrainian Dancers at the Fourth Annual Razom on February 3 till the early morning of February 4 at Vegreville Social Centre.
All eyes were fixed on the stage as the dancers were balletic and athletic in different performances.
Vegreville Academy of Ukrainian Dance Association (VAUDA) hosted this event.
Holly Warawa emceed where she welcomed everyone. “We are proud to showcase and celebrate our young generation who are continuing traditions and embracing our culture. This year marks two years after the initial invasion of Ukraine and this war continues, so kids, keep shining bright, the world still needs your svitlo, your light.
This year’s VAUDA Executive are President Kevin Siemers, Vice-President Rob Crosbie, Secretary Allison Palsitt, Treasurers Curtis Zorniak and Raenne Yakimec, Gaming Director Roxy Weleschuk, Costume Directors Jen Crosbie and Amy Bosse.
Debbie Kachmar-Potter and Shaughnessy Potter are our dance instructors.”
Following the dancing, people were treated to a tasty dinner of roast beef, chicken, and Ukrainian dishes cooked by Holy Trinity Catering.
Then the band Millenia took to the stage where they performed modern and traditional Ukrainian music with such a cheerful melody and energy that people of all ages got up to dance.
Afterward, people enjoyed a late lunch cooked by Stawnichy’s.
This event also included a photo booth and a silent auction.
