{"id":205227,"date":"2025-10-09T15:27:50","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T12:27:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golossokal.com.ua\/?p=205227"},"modified":"2025-10-09T15:30:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T12:30:18","slug":"sokalchanky-staly-chastynoiu-velykoho-sviata-ukrainskoi-kultury-u-solsberi-festyval-zibrav-98-volonteriv-ta-desiatky-podiy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/golossokal.com.ua\/en\/novyny-kultury\/sokalchanky-staly-chastynoiu-velykoho-sviata-ukrainskoi-kultury-u-solsberi-festyval-zibrav-98-volonteriv-ta-desiatky-podiy.html","title":{"rendered":"Women from Sokal joined a vibrant Ukrainian culture and cuisine festival in Salisbury involving 98 volunteers"},"content":{"rendered":"

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On Saturday, September 27, 2025, a remarkable event took place in Salisbury, UK \u2014 the Ukrainian Festival of Culture and Cuisine<\/strong> at Play House. Organized by the local Ukrainian diaspora, the event was more than a celebration \u2014 it was a platform for dialogue, unity, and cultural exchange. Two women from Sokal took an active part in making this gathering special.<\/p>\n

Two representatives from Sokal also took an active part in the event, contributing to the creation of this atmosphere of unity. They were Oksana Kravchenko<\/strong> and Iryna Liekhiv<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A mission beyond celebration<\/h3>\n

The festival aimed not just to share Ukrainian heritage but to amplify Ukraine\u2019s voice in the world \u2014 highlighting its resilience, traditions, and fight for freedom through art, food, and storytelling.<\/p>\n

Who made it happen<\/h3>\n

The event engaged 52 Ukrainian volunteers<\/strong> who managed a variety of activities and spaces:<\/p>\n

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    Caf\u00e9 and culinary booths<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Workshops and masterclasses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Photo zones and exhibitions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Children\u2019s area<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Talks, presentations, and live shows<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    A marketplace and fashion segment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Together with British supporters, the total number of people involved in the organization reached 98 individuals<\/strong> \u2014 a team of adults, teens, and children, many of whom worked across several areas.<\/p>\n

    Program highlights: from heritage to performance<\/h3>\n

    The festival featured diverse experiences:<\/p>\n

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      Talks<\/strong> \u2014 discussions on dignity, humanity, and freedom.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Art installations and photos<\/strong> \u2014 capturing the ongoing war and its effects.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Storytelling<\/strong> \u2014 real-life tales of Ukrainian strength.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Workshops<\/strong> \u2014 hands-on crafts and cultural immersion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Piano performances<\/strong> \u2014 young musicians creating an inspiring atmosphere.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Fashion show<\/strong> \u2014 a vivid display of traditional Ukrainian wedding attire.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Ukrainian cuisine<\/strong> \u2014 food that brought warmth, home, and hospitality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      A key highlight was the recreated Carpathian wedding<\/strong> \u2014 complete with korovai (wedding bread), a ceremonial tree, and traditional costumes. These outfits were provided by Halyna Vartsabiuk, Oksana Prokopiv, Olena Boitsan<\/strong>, and the brand “Faina Taystra”<\/strong>, known for handcrafted Ukrainian bags.<\/p>\n

      The band Hlopy Band Uk<\/strong> infused the hall with energy, capturing the spirit of the Ukrainian soul.<\/p>\n

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      The festival was a natural progression from the community\u2019s involvement in Chalke History Festival 2024 and 2025<\/strong>, which served as groundwork and experience for organizing such a comprehensive event.<\/p>\n