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Commemorating the Holodomor On the 90th anniversary of the Holodomor, Branch 124 members joined Ukrainians around the world to remember the millions who died and to educate non-Ukrainians about the geno- cide. Maria Brown prepared an educational Holo- domor presentation that was displayed through- out November at the Lakeland Public Library. The presentation included a handout, “Facts About Ukraine and Her People,” and posters with pic- tures and facts about the Holodomor. The display evoked strong emotions; many visitors were as- tonished that they had never before heard about this horrific event. As it has done for a number of years, Branch 124 honored the victims of the Holodomor by collect - ing food for the hungry. Led by Daria Markiw, the November drive collected a vast amount of food, which was donated to a local homeless shelter. Branch 124 members also took part in a Divine Liturgy and Panachyda at the Epiphany of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church. Following the service, a short skit was presented. Silence filled the church and emotions stirred as Snizhana Ko- robchenko recited an emotional poem, pleading for a bit of food for her daughter and herself. The short re-enactment of a pleading mother filled hearts with sorrow and eyes with tears. All felt the reality of history! St. Petersburg International Folk Fair During the three-day fair every October, countries display their art, discuss their culture and traditions, sell their food, and share historic aspects of their country. Ukraine has featured prominently at the fair for 43 years, thanks in large part to the efforts of the late Marion Serna, president of the Ukrainian Amer - ican Association and longtime member of Branch 124. In her honor, branch members took on responsi - bility for continuing Marion’s work to educate others about Ukraine’s culture and traditions. This year’s folk fair theme, Famous Athletes, al- lowed us to feature the many talented Ukrainians who have broken world records or won medals at the Olympics. Highlighting chess, our local Ukraini - an Chess Master set up chess boards in front of our Ukrainian booth where individuals could test their chess skills. Visitors to the Ukrainian booth could also learn about the beautiful art of pysanka mak - ing thanks to Olya Czerkas’s mini-pysanka making lessons, where she also shared the symbolism found in this traditional art form. The Ukrainian booth also offered delicious ethnic food, memorabilia, art, and information packets. Zinoviia Zakovorotna, a talent - ed Branch 124 member, played the bandura and sang traditional songs, and guests also enjoyed watching Ukrainian dancers perform to lively music. Branch members played a significant role in the success of this educational event. НАШЕ ЖИТТЯ • Березень-Квітень 2024 19 Branch 124 Shares Ukrainian History, Culture Olya N. Czerkas , President, Branch 124, St. Petersburg, FL Snizhana Korobchenko recites a moving poem, beg - ging for food for her child and herself. Local students visit the Ukrainian booth at the St. Peters - burg International Folk Fair. Branch 124 members were busy throughout the past year, networking with the American community in support of Ukraine, educating others about Ukrainian history, culture, and art, and working with other or - ganizations to preserve Ukraine’s beautiful traditions.
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