Etobicoke Guardian

The Ukrainian Canadian Congress of Toronto will celebrate the 21st anniversary of Ukraine’s independence this year with the annual Flavours of Ukraine festival in Etobicoke.

The full day of fun, games, Ukrainian food and live entertainment will begin on Saturday, Aug. 25 starting at 11 a.m. at Centennial Park.

The all-ages event embraces and celebrates the multicultural dimension of the Greater Toronto Area, so everyone is invited. A full slate of live performers will entertain from the main stage all day, including Ukrainian folk dancing ensembles and vocalists, while the Flavours of Ukraine Food Fair will feature plenty of perogies, meat-on-a-stick, cabbage rolls and kobassa.

For the kids, a children’s playground will include inflatable rides and a crafts area, while the sports fans in the crowd will be invited to play soccer, baseball and volleyball.

This year’s vendors in the bazaar will be selling clothing, handicrafts, gifts and food.

There will also be a beer garden, plus live band for the evening outdoor dance 7 to 11 p.m.

Gates to this year’s Flavours of Ukraine festival open at 11 a.m., with the official ceremonies kicking off at 1 p.m. Parking is free. There is a suggested donation of $5 at the gate.

Go to www.ucctoronto.ca/FlavoursOfUkraine.html for more information.