April 2, 2025
Stand for Ukraine / Upcoming Events

Hopes and Dreams Gala Benefit Concert – Sat, Apr 26th

On Saturday, April 26th, come to Granville Island Arts Club Theatre (1585 Johnson St.) for a fundraiser that celebrates Ukrainian culture through song, music. From 11 am – 5 pm, enjoy a craft fair, art sale, Ukrainian food and free entertainment. At 7 pm, the gala benefit concert takes place featuring Luba Goy and the fabulous Dovbush dancers with many other great performers.

Tickets are available by calling the Arts Club Theatre Box Office at 604-687-1644 or online at https://tickets.artsclub.com/2024-2025/hopes-and-dreams-a-benefit-for-the-children-of-ukraine/.

All proceeds support traumatized children in Odesa, Vancouver’s sister city.

Upcoming Events

Pysanky Writing Workshop – Sun, Apr 6th

Our Society is very excited to offer another Pysanky Writing Workshop led by Lin Guenter, Pysanky writing specialist.  Lin has kindly agreed to volunteer and lead the Pysanky Writing Workshop upstairs in the Ivan Franko Library on Sunday, April 6th from 2:00 to 5:00pm.

To cover the cost of all supplies and tools used, a $10 fee will be charged.  Places will be assured on a “first come” basis.  Please bring your payment to the workshop and a small container to carry your pysanka home.

To attend, please register at info@ivanfranko.ca by March 30th.

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Our next Friday Night Supper is Apr 18th


Join us for a delicious Ukrainian meal at our upcoming Friday Night Supper on April 18, 2025! We are open for both dine-in and takeout from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Coffee and non-alcoholic beverages will be available at the bar. Credit, debit and cash are accepted for the bar and dinner. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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Ukrainian Language Classes For Adults – January 2025

Once again, we are pleased to offer Ukrainian language classes. We are very fortunate to have Alla Dudka as our instructor. Alla has been offering classes for the past two years and we very much appreciate her expertise. Our classes are at a beginner level with the following three options:

  • Beginners level 1: Minimal Ukrainian language experience. Classes will take place on Monday evenings via Zoom.
  • Beginners level 2: With some Ukrainian language experience. The students in this class have participated in 10 to 20 lessons and have some basic understanding. The class will be scheduled for one hour on Monday evenings via Zoom.
  • Beginners level 3: This is an advanced beginner’s class. Students in the class have been participating for one to two years and are comfortable having basic conversations. This class will be scheduled for one hour and fifteen minutes on Thursday evenings via Zoom.

If you are interested in registering for lessons, please email us at info@ivanfranko.ca and indicate the level that you would like to register for.

On-going Events

Weekly Saturday Food Sales

Our Saturday Sales regularly offer perogies (varenyky), cabbage rolls (holubtsi), borscht and Ukrainian sausage. Saturday Sales are open every Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at 5311 Francis Road in Richmond.

For available items and prices, please click HERE. PAYMENT OPTIONS – We accept debit, credit card or cash.

** Please bring your own carry bag for your order. **

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Ukrainian Musical Theatre Classes for Children

We are excited to introduce our Children’s Ukrainian Musical Theatre classes! These classes focus on voice training, acting, plasticity, and creative development, and are conducted in both Ukrainian and English.

Class Highlights:
  • Bilingual Instruction: Classes are held in both Ukrainian and English.
  • Parent Viewing: Every two months, parents can attend and observe the classes.
  • Performances: Children will participate in performances for various holidays and special events.
Class Details:
  • Location: Ukrainian Community Society of Ivan Franko, 5311 Francis Road, Richmond.
  • Schedule: Twice a week (Monday and Thursday), from 16:00 to 18:30. Different start times are available for different age groups.
  • Age Group: Classes are available for children aged 4 to 15.

For questions and additional information, please contact Anna Shylova at kinoartann@gmail.com. Use the subject line “Theatre Studio.”

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Ukrainian Dance Classes for Children at our Society

We are pleased to partner with Ukraina Dance Ensemble to offer Ukrainian dance classes for children on Fridays from 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm. These classes are offered to children between the ages of 6 and 12 years of age. 

Please click on the following link to register: https://forms.gle/r76zegv3Q7y7N2vv5

For more information, email Yvegeniya Razenkovsa at: bbravecenter@gmail.com