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Let’s bake a traditional Ukrainian Easter bread! –  Sat 13th April 2925 in Lewes

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Let’s bake a traditional Ukrainian Easter bread!

Have you ever wanted to bake a stunning, fragrant *kraffin* – a Easter bread filled with poppy seeds and a rich flavour? This is your chance!

When? – 13 April 2025  
What time? – 13:00 – 16:00  
Where: – Christ Church, Prince Edward’s Rd, Lewes BN7 1BL  
Together we can:
  • Master the perfect recipe – learn how to make soft, fluffy layers and a delicious poppy seed filling.
  • Let’s get creative – learn how to decorate and decorate beautifully.
  • Enjoy a warm break – taste fresh Easter cake with tea and feel the joy of Easter baking.
  • Take home your masterpiece – a fragrant, homemade Easter cake to share with your family and friends!
All ingredients and materials are provided** – just bring your enthusiasm!
By the end of the class, you’ll be confident that you can bake this special Easter treat anytime!
 The masterclass a donation is welcome: £20.
All proceeds will go to support children’s hospitals in Ukraine.
 Number of places is limited – register now!.
 To register or to ask questions, please contact us at Ukrainianhearts@gmail.com or +44 7833 823934 (Svetlana).
Join us for a warm, festive and delicious experience!

EASTER EGG PAINTING! this Sat March 29th -11am to 2pm Uckfield

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EASTER EGG PAINTING! this Sat March 29th -11am to 2pm Uckfield

BELMONT CENTRE, BELMONT RD, UCKFIELD TN22 1BP

WHAT TO EXPECT:
• All materials and tools provided • Expert guidance through each step of the process • A warm, welcoming environment for creativity • Each participant takes home their own handcrafted Pysanka (a Ukrainian decorated Easter egg)
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For the workshop in Uckfield on Sat March 29th or the workshop in Lewes on Sun April 13th
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or message on 07393448900 or just turn up on the day
PRICE: £20 PER PERSON
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Mother’s Day – Cake Making Workshop! Sat 29 March Lewes

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Craft a Sweet Memory this Mother’s Day – Join Our Honey Cake Workshop this coming Saturday afternoon!

Make a delicious traditional honey cake – layered with honey-infused sponge and creamy caramel filling-and take it home as a present!

Limited places – register at 07833823638 (WhatsApp)

Date: Sat 29 March 2025    13:30 – 16:30

Venue: Christ’s Church Hall Prince Edward’s Rd, Lewes BN7 1BL
Suggested donation: £40 (All proceeds support a children’s hospital in Ukraine)
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Hailsham Sussex – Ukraine Candle lit vigil Sunday 23rd February 6pm

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Hailsham town centre, Sussex – candle lit vigil for the people of Ukraine Sunday 23rd February 6pm at the memorial

3 years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine and a terrible cost to human life

Please come together in Hailsham to show our support for the people of Ukraine …….
The people of Hailsham and Wealden District have responded magnificently so far with financial donations as well as Community and church centres helping refugees with practical matters and support. This war is not going to end quickly and the people of Ukraine still need support now and into the future.
Start gathering at 6.00pm then at 7.00pm there will bea minute silence in memory of the people killed to date and the suffering of refugees. This will be followed by a minute of applause in support of those people who are still fighting in Ukraine and the displaced refugees
We look forward to you being with us in this collective act of solidarity. Please wear the blue and yellow of Ukraine or bring a flag, bring your jam jars andtea lights or use the torch on your smart phones to shine a beacon of light at this dark time for Ukraine.
More information:  Please contact East Sussex Ukraine Support    contact@eastsussexukrainesupport.com
Vigil programme:

LEWES: Ukrainian Remembrance Ceremony – Sunday 23rd February

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Join the Ukrainian Hearts to mark the 3rd anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine

Honour their courage +  remember their fight 

3 year of  war!  

Sunday 23rd February 2025 

  12.30-14.30:   Ceremony at The Depot Studio, Lewes,  the BN7 2JS

Followed by: 

15.00-15.30   March from The Depot  to the War Memorial via Cliffe Bridge + flower tribute 

All: Please join the march

 

 

 

Jazz for Ukraine – Sat 1st Feb All Saints Hove Sussex

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Ukraine Solidarity Jazz Band with special guest Claire Martin, OBE

Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of jazz and show your solidarity with Ukraine at All Saints Hove. Join us for an evening of soulful jazz music supporting Ukraine at All Saints Hove. Stand for Ukraine is proud to partner with the Ukraine Solidarity Jazz Band and RAISE MONEY for evacuation vehicles that are badly needed in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine.

For TICKETS CLICK HERE

Time & Location
01 Feb 2025, 17:00

Venue: All Saints, Hove Sussex, The Drive, Brighton and Hove, Hove BN3 3QE, UK

Programme:

17:00 – Doors open, access to the Ukrainian exhibitions and foodcourt     18:00 – Performance – jazz standards and some original compositions

 

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An event by Stand For Ukraine Brighton & Hove

BARN DANCE and Ukrainian Carol Singers + Supper – Sat 14th Dec 6.30pm

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GRAND CHRISTMAS CEILIDH!

A fundraising event for a children’s hospital in Ukraine 

BARN DANCE WITH THE SUSSEX PISTOLS  – callers: Vic Smith & Vladyslava Bondar

PLUS ⁃ Traditional Ukrainian Carol Singers NEBO i ZEMLIA 

SAT 14″” DECEMBER Bar 6.30 . 10.30pm   RINGMER VILLAGE HALL LEWES BOAD RINGMER BN8.5QH

RAFFLE

TICKET PRICE £20 (includes Ukrainian supper).   FREE ADMISSION for accompanied children under 16 years
Bar 6.30 -10.30pm
Buy tickets at:
  • RINGMER PET STORE 86 Springett Avenue  01273 518732
  • CHARLOTTES DRAGON Ringmer BN8 5QX  01273 479818
  • 194 High Street  Lewes BN7 2NS  01273 478124 / 07840 268596 (Also inquiries)
All profits will go to  THE DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY ⁃ LVIV REGIONAL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ⁃ UKRAINE
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