Ukrainian culture is full of various holidays and traditions. Some of them date back to pre-Christian times.

Ivan Kupala is a traditional Slavic holiday that existed long before the baptism of Kyivan Rus. Kupala was one of the annual mermaids, which began on the day of the solstice in June. The last day - Horpina Kupalnytsia fell on July 6, and Kupala began after lunch and lasted all night. 

Ukrainian culture is full of various holidays and traditions. Some of them date back to pre-Christian times.
Ivan Kupala is a traditional Slavic holiday that existed long before the baptism of Kyivan Rus. Kupala was one of the annual mermaids, which began on the day of the solstice in June. The last day - Horpina Kupalnytsia fell on July 6, and Kupala began after lunch and lasted all night.

Iva Repnytska, a Ukrainian journalist now living in Petersfield, brings the sound of home to her countryfolk displaced by the war.

Working with Shine Radio volunteers she is producing a podcast for Ukrainians who want to hear their native language and talk about the problems that interest them right here.

The programme is also designed to appeal to British people who want to learn about Ukrainian culture.

Iva Repnytska, a Ukrainian journalist now living in Petersfield, brings the sound of home to her countryfolk displaced by the war.
Working with Shine Radio volunteers she is producing a podcast for Ukrainians who want to hear their native language and talk about the problems that interest them right here.
The programme is also designed to appeal to British people who want to learn about Ukrainian culture.

Cold coffee Холодна кава - the Ukrainian podcast from Petersfield

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We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.

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Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.

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Cold Coffee / Холодна кава - Kupala

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In this informative interview, Maggie speaks to Dr Stephen Buckley about meningitis, the vaccines available, and who should have them - and why staying up to date could be vital.

Shine a light on ... Meningitis and Vaccines

The movable celebration of Easter is on Sunday the 5th of April this year. According to ecclesiastical tradition, Easter Day falls on the Sunday after the first Full Moon after the Spring Equinox.

The Equinox was on the 20th of March, after which the Moon reaches Full phase on Thursday the 2nd of April. Thus, Easter Sunday is on the 5th, a full fortnight earlier than last year!

Discover what you can see in the Petersphere night skies this month with the latest Sky Watch installation.

Written by Petersphere resident, astronomical expert and amateur astronomer Geoff Burt, and voiced by Claire Vennis, every month Shine Radio presents a Sky Watch of our unique dark skies.

The movable celebration of Easter is on Sunday the 5th of April this year. According to ecclesiastical tradition, Easter Day falls on the Sunday after the first Full Moon after the Spring Equinox.
The Equinox was on the 20th of March, after which the Moon reaches Full phase on Thursday the 2nd of April. Thus, Easter Sunday is on the 5th, a full fortnight earlier than last year!
Discover what you can see in the Petersphere night skies this month with the latest Sky Watch installation.
Written by Petersphere resident, astronomical expert and amateur astronomer Geoff Burt, and voiced by Claire Vennis, every month Shine Radio presents a Sky Watch of our unique dark skies.

The night skies about Petersfield in April 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Council Leader raise concerns over business rates
85th birthday brings presents for Home Start Butser
The Easter message is one of hope
and we preview this weekend’s sport

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

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Published at 4:58am on 3 April, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Council Leader raise concerns over business rates</li>
<li>85th birthday brings presents for Home Start Butser</li>
<li>The Easter message is one of hope</li>
<li>and we preview this weekend&rsquo;s sport</li>
</ul>
To share your news stories email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.
Published at 4:58am on 3 April, 2026

Cold Coffee / Холодна кава - Kupala

Cold coffee Холодна кава - the Ukrainian podcast from Petersfield

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