Give to the Max Day: CHEREMOSH!

I am so, so excited to post this. 

Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Ensemble is Minnesota's best Ukrainian dance group...okay, the only Ukrainian dance group, but that doesn't make them any less incredible. I'm slightly biased, because my family has been involved with Ukrainian dance for over 50 years and Cheremosh has been at the heart of it all. Three generations of our family have danced or taught dancing (or both) with Cheremosh, and the group is definitely something I cherish. 

Cheremosh has shared our Ukrainian culture with communities throughout the Twin Cities, Chicago, Canada, and beyond. The ensemble is the one and only Minnesota youth dance group that's committed to promoting Ukrainian dance while teaching young Ukrainians about their heritage and bringing the rich and beautiful traditions of our ancestors to life on stage. 

That's why I'm thrilled to announce that Cheremosh is taking part in tomorrow's Give to the Max Day! On November 15, thousands of non-profits around Minnesota raise money for their organizations; Cheremosh is finally eligible to take part. By making a donation, you are contributing to the preservation of Ukrainian dance in Minnesota and ensuring the continuation of a wonderful and important organization. Your donation could also be the one that leads to a $10,000 Golden Ticket! At the end of the day tomorrow, one donation from across the state will be randomly selected for an extra $10,000 - how amazing is that? Think of all the costumes that could purchase! 

Visit Cheremosh's site to learn more about the ensemble and to make your gift to our dancers. Pass this on, and don't forget to mark June 14, 2013 in your calendars: Cheremosh will be performing their annual concert at the Cowels Center for Dance and Performing Arts in Minneapolis! 

Photo credit: Olenka Verezovska (spring 2012).