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SUMMARY:Film at the Institute: Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World
DESCRIPTION:Film at the Institute presents Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World. \nDate: Friday\, November 15\, 2024\nTime: 6:30 PM EST\nLocation: Ukrainian Institute of America\, 2 East 79th St\, NYC \nThe film screening is free and open to the public with requested pre-registration. Reception tickets\, including a tasting of Ukrainian borshch\, pierogies\, and cider\, are available for purchase. \n$10 UIA Member Reception / $25 General Admission Reception \n  \nREGISTER\n  \nJoin Film at the Institute to experience the story of New York City’s beloved Veselka Restaurant\, a symbol of community and resilience in the heart of Little Ukraine. Narrated by David Duchovny and featuring music by David Sanborn\, the documentary captures the struggles and triumphs of the Birchard family as Jason Birchard navigates the challenges of stepping into his father’s role at the restaurant in the midst of the war in Ukraine. The screening will be followed by an engaging talkback with: \nJason Birchard\, third-generation owner of Veselka\, humanitarian and winner of many awards\, including the 2024 UIA Friend of Ukraine Award. Jason has preserved his family’s legacy while making Veselka an essential part of NYC’s Ukrainian Village and beyond. \nMichael Fiore\, New York-based writer\, producer\, and director\, known for documentaries like Floyd Norman: An Animated Life. Michael first connected with Veselka’s unique community impact while studying at NYU and now aims to bring global awareness to the Birchards’ humanitarian work through this powerful film. \nWe look forward to sharing this memorable night of film\, food\, and community with you! \nPhoto Courtesy of Meet Me at the Rainbow\, LLC \nFilm at the Institute: Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World
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