Ivana Kupala: Ukrainian Summer Solstice Benefit

59 Partition Street,Hudson NY 12534

25 June, 2022

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Since February 24, 2022, Russia has waged a full-scale war on Ukraine, destroying historical cities and taking the lives of thousands of Ukrainians who are defending their homeland. On Saturday, June 25th- we will be hosting a benefit dinner to raise money for humanitarian efforts, as well as celebrate the rich Ukrainian culture through food and music. Ivana Kupala is an ancient Ukrainian celebration of the "birth of the summer sun" marked with rituals of herb collecting, bonfires, and bathing in the river. Chefs Lauren Schaefer, Amiel Stanek (Bon Appetit), Hannah Black (Lil' Deb's Oasis), and Alexis Delaney (Talbott and Arding) have collaborated on a multi-course, family-style meal, drawing upon traditional Ukrainian foods while utilizing the Hudson Valley summer bounty! Tickets: Suggested donation of $250.00 includes: 5pm: Cocktails and appetizers, on the St. Michaels Ukrainian Orthodox Church lawn. Make a celebratory flower crown to wear with dinner. 6:30pm: Let the feast begin! Multi-course, family-style dinner and dessert in the street between St. Michaels and Talbott and Arding Tickets are limited so be sure to reserve your seat early! Music by: pianist Xheni Rroji, and the Dizzy Ventilators band Special Thanks to: Calvin Tsao, Regina Aldisert, Patti & Michael Schrom, Alyssa Mastromonaco, Annie Leibovitz, and Amy Gavaris for sponsoring the event. Drinks provided by: Good Vodka. Flowers donated by: Crespell Farm 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the humanitarian effort in Ukraine via St. Michael's Ukrainian Orthodox church. Can't Attend? Please donate what you can by using the donate option