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Editor's Note: Every week, the Kyiv Post picks the most interesting of upcoming entertainments and presents them in this special feature.

Christian rock by Skillet 

Christian rock by Skillet

Christian rock band Skillet comes to Kyiv on Dec. 10 to perform in Stereo Plaza music hall. The show will feature songs from the band’s new album, “Rise.” The band’s vocalist John Cooper claims that “Rise” is the best work of the band’s nine albums. The songs on the album include themes of redemption and ambition.
Skillet. Dec. 10. 8 p.m. Stereoplaza (119 Chervonozorianiy Ave.). Hr 400-800

Patricia Kaas to sing Edith Piaf hits

Patricia Kaas

French singer and actress Patricia Kaas, 46, is a frequent guest in Kyiv. But this time, the singer will not perform her own hits, but only the songs by another French diva Edith Piaf. The set list of this two-hour long show will include “La Vie En Rose,” “Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien,” “Padam Padam” and 20 more Piaf hits, all adapted by Kaas.
Patricia Kaas sings Edith Piaf. Dec. 9. 7 p.m. Palats Ukraina (103 VelykaVasylkivska St.) Hr 390-3,890

Best Food Fest & Health 2013

Best Food Fest & Health 2013

Another food festival is coming to Kyiv. Vegans and healthy lifestyle fans are invited to lectures and workshops conducted by top athletes, dietitians and fitness coaches. Attendees will have a chance to improve their cooking skills by learning from a number of top chefs from Kyiv restaurants like Sam’s Steak House, Il Molino, Buddha Bar and more.
Best Food Fest & Health 2013. Dec. 7-8. Olympic Stadium (55 VelykaVasylkivska St.). Hr 200 per day, Hr250 for two-day ticket

Christmas fair

Christmas fair

This year the area near the Friendship of Nations Arch will be the best place to search for Christmas presents. More than 80 booths will be selling handmade toys, Christmas tree decorations and sweets. Children will be able to try one of the numerous workshops overseen by local craftsmen. The program also includes a performance by circus artists and tastings of Christmas food of different nations. Sport lovers will also enjoy the skating rink under the Arch. The grand opening is scheduled for Dec. 14.
Christmas Fair. Dec. 14 – Jan 14. Friendship of Nations Arch. Free

Lyapis Trubetskoy in concert

Lyapis Trubetskoy in concert

The Belarusian rock band will hit Kyiv’s scene with its new concert program “Lyapis Crew.” The group will play well-known hit songs as well as five new ones from its album set to be released in early spring 2014.
LyapisTrubetskoy. Dec. 7, 7 p.m. Stereo Plaza (119 Chervonozorianiy Ave.). Hr 150-350