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October 26, 2009 |
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KAAN 2010 Call for Session Proposals |
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The 2010 KAAN Conference will be held in Hershey, PA from July 23-25, 2010. Our theme is The Road Ahead. This theme is relevant as Korea looks at closing international adoption, as racial discussions and perspectives continue to evolve in the United States, and as North Korea’s situation changes every day with questions of war, reunification, and human rights on the forefront. What wisdom can KAAN presenters and participants bring to these discussions? How can we listen and respond to each other and the world around us? How can we as a community support adoptees and adoptive parents of all ages? We are currently soliciting presentation and workshop proposals. All proposals are welcome, but of particular interest are those related to this year’s theme. You can find a proposal form at www.kaanconference.com. Click on 2010 Proposal Form in the right hand column. Proposals are due by December 1, 2009. |
A Euro-American on a Korean Tour at a Thai Restaurant in China : With
each chapter examining issues that interethnic adoptive families experience, Chris
Winston weaves her own perspective on her adoption experience with perspectives
related to her by her own children, adopted adults, other adoptive parents, birth
parents, Koreans, Korean Americans, and Asian Americans. While the book’s focus
is on experiences with Korean adoption, the experiences are transferable to inter-ethnic
adoptions from any country. Author's
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Pushing Up the Sky : This is the story of a remarkable family facing
incredible challenges of cancer while simultaneously figuring out how to weave their
adopted children's Korean heritage and racial ethnicity into their family. It is a story of
compromises and insights, profound joy, deep suffering, and terrific rewards. Parenting birth
and adopted children — is one theme of this book. Most of all, it is a story on the meaning
of family, and learning to let go of expectations and to forge a new identity. Author's
speaking engagements... |
| Proceeds from book sales support the KAAN Conference. Purchase your copy at www.kaanet.com/books/ | |
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How a Heritage Journey Helps Build a Strong Sense of Identity in Kids Read More: http://www.laafwi.org |
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It took me less than three minutes to realize that Kim Yu-Na of South Korea should simply be presented the 2010 Olympic women's figure skating gold medal right now.
Read More: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com |
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The number of Korean students at Ivy League universities is on the rise, but little more than half complete their courses. Read More: http://english.chosun.com |
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Korean-American actor Daniel Henney, who rose to stardom in Korea with the hit drama "My Name is Kim Sam-soon," has landed a leading role in the U.S. drama "Three Rivers," which will be
broadcast on CBS TV from Oct. 4. Read More: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr# |
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You might think of Korea’s ubiquitous glutinous rice dessert as nothing more than a tasty treat, but it’s so much more than that. Tteok is deeply ingrained into the daily lives
of the Korean people. Read More: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr |
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Korean Adoptee Actress Kathleen Dunham stars. Read More at : http://www.poststar.com |
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Watch the trailer at http://www.youtube.com See the movie at the San Diego Asian Film Festival Tickets now on sale at http://sdaff.bside.com |
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U.S. Adoption History in brief http://www.uoregon.edu |
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Learn about the current world champion and national champion figure skater from Korea. Who is she? http://en.wikipedia.org Watch her skate http://weblibraryjpn.wordpress.com |
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Save the date!
-The First Annual ASIA Family Culture Camp and Teen Camp- Meadowkirk Camp and Retreat Center Middleburg, VA July 8-July 11, 2010 (Thursday –Sunday) Calling for volunteers for the camp planning committee! Contact Grace Song at hwakangsong@gmail.com Dear all, My name is Grace Song and I am the president of ASIA (All Services for International Adoptees and Adoptive families. I am a former adoption professional who used to organize culture camps, culture schools and birthland tours for adoptive families with Korean and Chinese children. ASIA is a new organization in DC areas. We are planning a sleep-over style family camp and separate teen camp at the Meadowkirk Camp and Retreat Center in Middleburg, VA next summer for adoptive families with Korean/Chinese children. There will be enough space to accommodate the first 26 families during the ASIA Family Camp and 35 or more teen campers. All adoptive families with children of all ages are welcome to participate. There will be programs for nursery, preschool and lower /upper grades schools and adults. Special attention will be given to children by birth and children from another country other than Korea. Our Teen Camp will be operated in the same facility but in the different section of the retreat center. While adults and younger children stay in a hotel style room with their parents, teen campers will stay in a cottage with adult counselors. All rooms are newly built hotel style room with modern showers. The Meadowkirk retreat center is a beautiful facility which attracts private parties and wedding ceremonies throughout the year. Each room has one full sized bed and one twin sized bed. One or two people can sleep in their sleeping bags in a room. We will be recruiting adult adoptees or Korean Americans and Chinese Americans as counselors to teen campers. If you are an adoptive parent, Korean or Chinese American, or adult adoptee and if you are interested in volunteering as a planning committee member, counselor or volunteers at the camp sites, contact us at hwakangsong@gmail.com . Look for further registration updates in the near future. Check out upcoming events at our blog at http://asia-allservices.blogspot.com .AOLWebSuite .AOLPicturesFullSizeLink { height: 1px; width: 1px; overflow: hidden; } .AOLWebSuite a {color:blue; text-decoration: underline; cursor: pointer} .AOLWebSuite a.hsSig {cursor: default} |
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The 37th Annual New England Adoption Conference presented by Adoption Community of New England, Inc. (ACONE) will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2009 in Bellingham, MA. ACONE is seeking proposals for workshops addressing all aspects of adoption, especially topics relevant to multiple members of the adoption constellation, topics that address the lifelong adoption journey. Please submit workshop proposals (workshops will be approximately 75 minutes in length) no later than December 1, 2009. Applicants will be notified by mid-January. ACONE reserves the right to ask applicants to share presentations or join panels if similar proposals are submitted. A separate proposal must be submitted for each workshop and we ask that they are sent via e-mail. For each workshop proposal, please provide the following information (or request the workshop proposal form from the ACONE office): Suggested Title: 3 - 4 Sentence Description: Presenter Name: Full Contact Information: Credentials: Current Position: Relevant Experience: Book/s you will be discussing or would like to see available in the bookstore: Names and contact information for co-presenters or panelists (Please note that all panelists and presenters must be identified in the conference proposal): Or, contact the office (info@adoptioncommunityofne.org or 508.366.6812) for a proposal form. Please feel free to forward this call for proposals to anyone who may be interested. Thank you! Adoption Community of New England, Inc. 45 Lyman Street, #2 Westborough, MA 01581 508.366.6812 508.366.6813 FAX info@AdoptionCommunityofNE.org www.AdoptionCommunityofNE.org |
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The Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF) is currently looking for a Site Coordinator for Project Collegebound, an innovative project to promote college ready communities in underserved New York City communities. CACF, the nation's only pan-Asian children's advocacy organization, aims to improve the health and well-being of Asian Pacific American children and families in New York City. Founded in 1986, CACF advocates for improved policies, funding, and services for children and families of East Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander backgrounds. Based at Flushing International High School, the full-time Site Coordinator will oversee Project Collegebound to create systems and sustain cultural change in order to promote college readiness. Components of the project include organizing high school students and parents, providing college preparatory services for students, and conducting professional development for school staff. Project Collegebound is a collaborative project with Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE), a community-based, nonprofit organization established in 1974 that is committed to community service and the empowerment of immigrants, low-income families, and minorities throughout New York. Job Responsibilities 1. Student Organizing: Coordinate leadership and advocacy training program for a diverse group of Asian Pacific American ELL public high school students. Refine curriculum and facilitate sessions during fall institute and school-year program. Recruit and retain students. Train high school students to research community needs, develop policy recommendations, mobilize classmates for school campaigns, and deliver briefings to school stakeholders. 2. Parent Organizing: Coordinate parent education and parent mobilizing program for Asian Pacific American parents. Develop easy-to-understand, linguistically appropriate brochures and fact sheets on the school and college systems. Train a diverse group of parents on community organizing, advocacy, public speaking, policymaking, and politics. 3. Direct Services: Plan and implement activities to promote college readiness among immigrant and English Language Learner students. Coordinate college preparation conferences, college visits for students and parents, homeownership and immigration workshops and counseling, and individual referrals. 4. Professional Development: Work with Internationals Network for Public Schools to provide professional development to school staff, including administrators, teachers, guidance counselors, and paraprofessionals, on how to promote college readiness for immigrant and English Language Learner students. 5. School-Based Relational Organizing: Support school-based relational-organizing, including teacher and administrator meetings and individual referrals to AAFE Queens and CACF. Facilitate partnerships with Asian Pacific American community organizations and leaders, immigrant advocates, and children's agencies. Assist AAFE and CACF with college preparation conferences/visits, school alumni relations, and teacher engagement through college ready activities. Communicate with College Ready Communities Advisory Board. Qualifications 1. Commitment to Asian Pacific American communities, children's rights, and CACF's mission. 2. Master's degree with 2 years experience preferred or Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience required. 3. Expertise in community organizing, youth development, and/or parent education. 4. Knowledge of public education, higher education, youth development, immigration, and racial issues. 5. Ability to write and speak Mandarin Chinese preferred. 6. Excellent speaking, writing, presentation, and critical analysis skills. 7. Capacity to break new ground, to lead, to innovate, to take risks, and to take public stances on issues. 8. Ability to work with a diverse staff and flexibility to work on multiple tasks under pressure. 9. Background in program development, intern supervision, and fundraising preferred. 10. Ability to work independently because coordinators will be off-site from the agencies. 11. Strong PC, Microsoft Office, and Internet skills. Salary and Benefits Salary low to mid $40k. Excellent health benefits with paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and personal days. Pre-tax deduction for retirement and Metrocard. Interested candidates should send a résumé, 4-5 page writing sample, and cover letter with salary history and requirements via fax 212-809-4675 or email jobs@cacf.org No phone calls, please. You will be contacted only if you are invited for an interview. For further information about CACF, please visit our website at www.cacf.org CACF is equal opportunity employer. Wayne Ho, MPP Executive Director Coalition for Asian American Children and Families 50 Broad Street, 18th Floor New York, NY 10004 Tel: 212-809-4675 x 101 Fax: 212-785-4601 Email: who@cacf.org URL: www.cacf.org |
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Starts October 24th Learn to skate with your friends! The Ice Pandas will begin their 5th session this fall....a wonderful group of skaters of all abilities who come together for lessons, practice and to perform
in Sportorama's ice shows throughout the year! |
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Read the executive order http://www.slideshare.net |
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ASIA is a non-profit organization in VA. Our purpose is to assist internationally adopted persons to develop their identities through enriching education programs relative to their country of birth, to grow leaders among internationally adopted individuals so that they may contribute to society, and and to gather and distribute information and resources to promote healthy adoptive families with children who joined their families from countries other than the USA. http://asia-allservices.blogspot.com |
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Hosting a Youth for Understanding international exchange student is an enriching experience for you and the entire family. By opening your home and heart to a student from overseas,
you and your family will gain a new global perspective, many memories, and quite possibly a new family member for life! For more information and to fill out a host family
Application
visit
www.yfu-usa.org, call 1.800.872.0200 or e-mail
admissions@yfu.org. |
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Xpress Yourself Adopted and Foster Teen Girls Center for Family Connections Date: Six Weeks beginning on Monday, October 26, 2009. Contact Samantha Pankow to register samanthap@kinnect.org or call 617-547-0909 |
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Kimjongilia Tuesday, October 27 Museum of Tolerance 9786 West Pico Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90035 RSVP:310.772.2498 Kimjongilia is a 73 minute, in-depth investigation into the lives and stories of North Korean defectors. The persecution and hardships suffered by these defectors are highlighted through intimate interviews and interpretive modern dance pieces. These interviews are interspersed with an impressive array of North Korean propaganda and footage. Through the faces and voices of these talbukjas (defectors), Kimjongilia offers honest insight into the brutal reality confronted by North Koreans today. KAC has been working with Director N.C. Heiken to promote this film shedding light on the hundreds of thousands languishing under the current totalitarian regime. |
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A wonderful opportunity for your child/children to participate in a FUN group of, creating art (talking stick, family trees, mosaics…) while engaging in dialogues about adoption. Adoption Mosaic's Youth Activity Group in SE Portland begins on Wednesday, October 28th (Parent Orientation: Saturday, October 24)!! Space is limited so please register early.
Adopted youth share a unique experience. Adoption Mosaic’s Youth Activity Groups are designed and facilitated by adult adoptees to encourage the exploration and sharing of the adoption experience within a fun and structured environment. Through crafts and group activities, youth are encouraged to normalize and celebrate their experience. Registration is required. Go to www.adoptionmosaic.org for a registration form, or contact Shelise at info@adoptionmosaic.org |
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National Adoption Month: Changing Views of Adoption Nov. 2, 2009, 7 to 9 p.m. An overview of adoption history, current issues, and trends in international and domestic adoption. Register Online at http://www.psbi.org |
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We are happy to invite you to the First International Korean Adoptee Cultural Festival. Date: Oct 30 ~ Nov 1, 2009 Location: k-ring, Daechi-dong, Kangnam-gu Time: 10:00 ~ 21:00 (10am ~ 9pm) Free entrance! Separate performances by artists please see below: Invitation-card [1] Poster [2] Artists: Fine Arts: Hanna Alvgren (Sweden) Jane Jin Kaisen (Denmark) Shim, Hyun Jung (Korea) Jette Hye Jin Mortensen (Denmark) Ahn, Yun Mo (Korea) Kwon, Nam Hee (Korea) Dance: Lena Meierkord (Germany) Music: Jonathon Haffner (USA) Denis Sungho Janssens (Belgium) Soliall Orchestra Sung, Ki-Sun (Korea) Lecture & Violin Maja Lee Langvad (Denmark) Kim, Wharim (Korea) Kim, Ki Young (Korea) Curator: Lee Minyoung Art Director: Denis Sungho Janssens Opening Ceremony: 2009.10.30 5pm~9pm [1] http://www.goal.or.kr [2] http://www.goal.or.kr |
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Saturday, November 7, 2009
9:15am – 4:45pm
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Don't miss these great workshops at our Adoption Symposium November 7th at NYU!
LUCKY GIRL FOLLOW-UP SYMPOSIUM on Saturday November 7, 2009 at NYU - register online now at www.fccny.org The Asian/Pacific/American Institute at New York University |
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Sunday, November 8, 2009 10 a.m. Book signing by Dr. Sook Wilkinson Kukje market and restaurant Nearest Bart Station is 1.04 miles 500 John Daly Blvd. Daly City, CA 94014 Dr. Sook Wilkinson is a licensed clinical psychologist in Michigan. She has a private practice while consulting at the Center for Human Development of William Beaumont Hospital. Her clinical expertise includes child psychology, international adoption, cross cultural issues, and affective disorders. She is the author of Birth is More than Once: The Inner World of Adopted Korean Children (1985, Third Printing in 2007) and an editor of After the Morning Calm: Reflections of Korean Adoptees (2002), two outstanding books related to international adoption. Her next book project is an anthology about Asian Americans in Michigan. With America as her adopted country, her passion lies in giving back to the community to enhance the quality of life for all. Governor Jennifer Granholm of Michigan appointed her to chair the Governor's Advisory Council on Asian Pacific American Affairs in 2005. Under her leadership, the Advisory Council became a legislatively mandated Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission in 2009. Again, she was appointed to chair the new Commission by Governor Granholm. |
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Boston Korean Adoptees, Inc. is proud to present: "An Evening With Lee Herrick" Renowned Korean adoptee scholar and poet Lee Herrick reads from his book "This Many Miles from Desire". Light refreshments will be provided, and books will be available for purchase and signing. November 10, 2009, 7-9 PM Democracy Center 45 Mt. Auburn Street in Harvard Square The Democracy Center is accessible via public transportation. For directions, please visit www.democracycenter.org. Suggested donation: $3 for members, $5 for non-members About Lee: Lee Herrick was born in Daejeon, South Korea and adopted at ten months. He is the author of This Many Miles from Desire (WordTech Editions, 2007). His poems have been published in ZYZZYVA, Haight Ashbury Literary Journal, Berkeley Poetry Review, Hawaii Pacific Review, Many Mountains Moving, The Bloomsbury Review, MiPOesias, and others, including anthologies such as Seeds from a Silent Tree: Writings by Korean Adoptees, Hurricane Blues: Poems About Katrina and Rita, and the new edition of Highway 99: A Literary Journey Through California's Great Central Valley, forthcoming from Heyday Books in Fall 2007. His essays have been published in Korean Quarterly and Visions Across the Americas, and he is co-authoring a composition textbook called Outside In: Writing to and From the Center, forthcoming from Prentice Hall. He has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize and was a 2000 Los Angeles Poetry Festival Award finalist. For more information about Lee, please see his web site at www.leeherrick.com. For more information about Boston Korean Adoptees, please visit www.bkadoptee.org or look for us on Facebook and LinkedIn. |
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Center For Family Connections (CFFC) Presents Our 8th Annual Courage and Curiosity Fundraiser: Lost in Plain Sight Tuesday, November 10, 2009 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Hotel Marlowe, Cambridge, Massachusetts Silent and Live Auctions ... Award Ceremony ... Live Music ... Delicious Food ... Fabulous People ... and More! Tickets $50 per person. Please RSVP by October 30. 2009 to larisak@kinnect.org. "My grandmother used to say 'children should be seen and not heard,' but in fact most children aren't heard at all. Their voices aren't valuable and they don't get votes or warrant attention in education, health, and mental health arenas. Many of the children we work with at CFFC are in the world of adoption and foster care because of abuse and neglect; all of them because of loss and disconnection. These children are neither seen nor heard. They are often invisible to the general public, legislators, judges, lawyers, and people in their own community. These children are lost in plain sight. Help us to get the funding and attention needed for the children we work with and exist for every day." - Dr. Joyce Maguire Pavao, CEO and Founder |
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Adoption Mosaic is excited to announce the first Portland screening of “Adopted”, a film that takes an intimate look at two families whose stories, despite being at opposite ends of the adoption
journey, converge to show that love isn’t always enough. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to watch and discuss this documentary with others to gain a deeper understanding and prospective of the
broader adoption constellation (adoptees, professional, birth/first parents, adoptive parents…).
“The viewers and professionals gain keen insights into the years of inner struggles and turmoil experienced by adoptees rarely discussed, even in therapy.”
The film screening will be immediately followed by a facilitated discussion with Dr. Ally Burr-Harris and Astrid Dabbeni exploring issues of attachment, identity and adoption. “ Adopted should be seen by all contemplating adoption, adoptive parents, adoption workers, and clinicians.” Please join us for this exciting learning experience! CEU’s, pending approval When: Thursday, November 12, 2009 Time: 6-9pm Location: Portland, OR (OHSU) More info: email Shelise at info@adoptionmosaic.org |
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The 33rd annual Phila Museum of Art Craft Show is a juried show and sale featuring the work of 195 of the best craft artists from across the US. Included in this year's show are also twenty-six guest artists from Korea. The show opens at 11:00AM Thursday November 12th and runs through 5:00PM Sunday November 15th. Tickets can be purchased online at a discount or in cash at the door. For more information, visit www.pmacraftshow.org or 215.684.7930. |
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Talismans of Protection from Choson Korea: Antique Locks, Latches and Key Charms Shown for the first time in the United States, the collection features a rare collection of locks, latches and key charms, from the Choson Dynasty (1392-1910), beautifully designed metal and wood objects executed in myriad shapes.
October 8, 2009-January 29, 2010 |
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Transracial Adoptive Family Issues
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Moderator: Jane Cramer, an IAC Center Counselor who works with adoptive parents and children pre and post adoption, which helps her to understand adoption issues from the perspective
of both the children and the parents. You will learn about:
Considering what it feels like for your child and examining how it is for you to be part of a transracial family is a process. This workshop would best be seen as a point in that journey. To register http://iaccenter.com |
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Ta-ri Book Discussion-Harrisburg-January 27, 2010 International House Hardwood Lounge 320 Chestnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17101 6:00-7:30PM Free admission and appetizers Directions <http://www.ihousehbg.org> or call (717) 724-2846 Join us at International House in Harrisburg for a discussion of Helie Lee's Still Life with Rice: A Young American Woman Discovers the Life and Legacy of Her Korean Grandmother. Contact us at info@ta-ri.org if you are interested in hearing more and/or contributing some light refreshments. About the book ... This powerful book evolved out of a young Korean-American woman's desire to connect with her Korean roots. On a trip to South Korea, the author is surprised to learn about a different side of her grandmother, HongYong Baek, and ends up pursuing and then writing her strong-willed grandmother's life story. The book weaves together cultural and historical details in a way that comes to life for the reader, covering the Japanese occupation, civil war, and other significant events. Above it all, however, rises the indomitable spirit and perseverance of HongYong Baek. This book is a must-read for anyone wanting to better understand Korean culture and history. |
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Ta-ri SolNal (Lunar New Year) Party-New Cumberland-February 13 Saturday, February 13 2:00-4:00PM Foundation Hall, New Cumberland Public Library 1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland, PA 17070 Library directions: 717.774-7820 (call for navigation help only) Free admission ... donations accepted. Join us to celebrate the Lunar New Year, central-Pennsylvania Korean-style! This year's program includes: 2:00 Food, conversation, and games 2:30 Announcements Talent show ** 3:30 More conversation and games (yutnori, storytelling, favorite Board games ...) 4:00 Departure ** Our family-friendly talent show has become a tradition all its own. Last year's performers included singers, violinist, and tae kwon do student. Children and adults are invited to share a talent. Please sign up by February 1 if possible. All are encouraged to bring favorite snacks and Board games to share before and after the talent show. If you would like to volunteer for this event, please let us know! RSVP and sign up for the talent show by February 13 at info@ta-ri.org or (717) 574-3629. We will email all registrants should wintry weather affect plans. |
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Mar. 1, 2010, 7 to 9 p.m. To register go to http://www.psbi.org |
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AMERICAN ADOPTION CONGRESS **If you are interested in presenting/conducting a workshop at the |
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The 37th Annual New England Adoption Conference presented by Adoption |
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KAAN's MISSION is: To Support Networking And Build Understanding Among Adoptees,
Adoptive Families, Koreans And Korean Americans. Visit KAAN's website at http://www.kaanet.com/ . KAAN does not endorse or take responsibility for the opinions or programs presented in the newsletter. Please send us information about events in your area, articles, personal requests etc. so that we may share them with others. Send information about events, interesting articles or websites, personal requests and questions, as well as other items of interest to us at mailto:kaanet@aol.com |