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The 2010 KAAN Conference will be held in Harrisburg, 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 selecting workshops from the proposals submitted. We are consolidating our websites. We will begin adding workshops to the website at they are selected and speakers are notified. Check back often for updates at www.kaanet.com Click on 2010 Conference. We expect to be open for registration in February. |
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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Before the arrival of the Western concept of time keeping, Koreans measured time according to the names of animals Read More: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr |
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Take a man-made island, roughly the size of London’s Hampstead Heath. Fill it with state-of-the-art schools, hospitals, apartments, office buildings and high-end cultural amenities.
Import architectural features from around the world, including New York’s Central Park and Venice’s canals, make English the lingua franca, and hang a sign at the gates that says: “Open for business.”
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South Korea and the United States said Tuesday that they would discuss a peace treaty with North Korea only after the North returned to six-nation disarmament talks and began dismantling
its nuclear weapons program. Read More: http://www.nytimes.com |
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Actor Song Seung-heon and pop group Girls' Generation received accolades from the government on Wednesday for their contributions to Korea's pop culture industry and the Korean Wave boom
across Asia, according to Yonhap News. Read More: http://www.koreaherald.co.kr |
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But there were good times in Pyongyang too: evenings with friends when they watched smuggled South Korean soap operas and American films like Superman Returns and Titanic. "North Koreans love foreign dramas," says Myung, using an alias to protect his family living in the North. "Many people watch them in secret, even when the police have tried to stop it." Read More: http://www.time.com |
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As the mother of an adopted Chinese daughter, writer Gail Greenberg knows |
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A family's experience and advice to those considering adopting transracially http://www.youtube.com |
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The mother of children who are now adults shares her experiences. http://pushingupthesky.blogspot.com |
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Parental Discretion Advised http://www.youtube.com |
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The 2010 KAAN Conference will be held in Harrisburg, 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 selecting workshops from the proposals submitted. We are consolidating our websites. We will begin adding workshops to the website at they are selected and speakers are notified. Check back often for updates at www.kaanet.com Click on 2010 Conference. We expect to be open for registration in February. |
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Don't miss this opportunity to visit Korea. Airfare and Room and Board are covered. There is a registration fee of $150/ The program includeds Korean Culture Classes, Gatherings with Korean Volunteers and Field Trips. To apply and for more information go to http://www.inkas.or.kr |
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My name is Joy Hoffman and I am a doctoral student in the Higher Education Leadership Program at California Lutheran University (CLU) in Thousand Oaks. I was wondering if you could
help me find individuals who might be interested in participating in my study.
The primary purpose of my study is to understand the ethnic identity development of transracial (raised by White parents) Korean American adoptees and how they in turn experience college. This study will be important to producing knowledge on the experiences of Korean American adoptees and will help college educators to think about ways to improve their services and practices with this group of students. The attention on Korean American adoptees reflects my desire to focus the study. Historically, this is the largest population of adoptees from sending countries in Asia. Subjects for this study need to be 1.) Korean American adoptees raised by White parents; 2.) college graduates; 3.) no more than ten years out of college; 4.) willing to discuss time periods during college when he or she explored his or her ethnic identity; and 5.) preferably residents on the west coast (to reduce travel expenses). This study is IRB approved. My contact information: Joy Hoffman |
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Washington, D.C. -- The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) announced that Fellowship applications are available on their Website: www@apaics.org. The APAICS Fellows are the Anheuser-Busch/Congressman Frank Horton Fellow, the Wal-Mart Stores, Inc./Governor George R. Ariyoshi Fellow and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Fellow. The latter fellowship is for a post graduate and requires that the person has included in their class studies any housing policies, urban planning, mortgages, etc. The deadline for all fellowships is April 30, 2010. The nine-month program provides an opportunity for APAICS Fellows to be placed in either the Executive or Legislative Branches of government as well as federal agencies, or a non-profit organization in the Washington area. The fellows will be assigned specific projects in their placement offices. The NAR Fellow will be placed in an office that specifically has some housing issues which he/she will have an opportunity to work on. As in the past, NAR advisors and Realtor members will work closely with the NAR Fellow on specific projects and may join with other NAR Fellows from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) and the Congressional Hispanic Institute Caucus (CHCI) in developing a public policy brief. The current APAICS Fellows are assigned as follows: Meina Banh/Congressman Mike Honda; Anna Chu/Democratic Caucus; and Collin Siu/Congressman Al Green. Both Banh and Siu are working with members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC). The current chair is Congressman Mike Honda. “The APAICS Fellowship Program is an excellent opportunity for API young leaders to gain insight into congressional processes. Not only is it a great way to network, one gets to work on relevant policy issues,” said APAICS 2009-2010 Fellow Meina Banh. (Pictured here with Congressman Honda.) About APAICS APAICS was founded in 1994 and is a 501 (c)(3), non-profit, non-partisan, educational organization based in Washington, D.C., that seeks to build a politically empowered Asian Pacific American (APA) community to fill the political pipeline for APAs to enter and advance into elected office. APAICS is also a resource to Congress about the APA community. |
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Emphasizing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, the language program’s balanced and thorough approach instills in the student a greater understanding and appreciation for Korean culture.
Korean language courses extend over a semester of twelve sessions. Instructors are experienced Korean language teachers with university affiliations. Five levels of classes, ranging from introductory to advanced, will be offered from January 25 through April 16. The Korea Society's Korean language classes are a great way to learn Korean in a small-class
setting with instructors who are native speakers and have extensive teaching experience. Tuition: $400 ($375 for members of The Korea Society)
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The Korea Society is pleased to announce openings for up to 10 American educators to participate in its sixth annual Spring Fellowship in Korean Studies program to be held in Korea from
April 1–12, 2010. The program will include lectures and discussions on topics of current interest, guided tours and opportunities for on-site study in locales of historic and contemporary relevance in
Korea. It is made possible by financial support from the Freeman Foundation and the Academy of Korean Studies in Korea. DEADLINE extended to February 5, 2010 ELIGIBILITY Applications are welcomed from anyone who qualifies under one or more of the following eligibility criteria: 1) administrators of instructional resources in a state department of education; 2) K-12 educators who have enrolled in two or more of the in-service educational programs offered by The Korea Society; or 3) alumni/ae of The Korea Society’s Summer Fellowship in Korean Studies program, provided they have not visited Korea under the auspices of an organized study tour for at least the last three years. Preference will be given to applicants whose statement of purpose best matches the eligibility criteria for the category in which they are applying. To download an application go to http://www.koreasociety.org |
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UNC Chapel Hill has an undergraduate summer research fellowship opportunity for rising junior and seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in academia. Please see the attached word
document or you can follow the link to the MURAP program here: http://www.unc.edu I have served as a MURAP faculty mentor last summer--they have traditionally not received many applications from Asian American students and/or students hoping to pursue Asian American research topics; hence, I am trying to solicit all of you for your best and brightest undergraduate students interested in one day getting into the PhD pipeline. Best, Jennifer Ho UNC Chapel Hill |
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Greetings from International Student Conferences on behalf of the 3rd Please let us know if we can be of any assistance to you. Please feel free |
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Explore your child's Korean heritage and discover the beauty and mystery of the Land of the Morning Calm through a unique tour of Korea. Our professionally guided journey begins in Seoul, takes us for a weeklong tour of the picturesque countryside, and then returns to Seoul for sight seeing, shopping and other activities. Along the way, your family will learn about your child's adoption experience, discover Korea's history and culture, and interact with Korean people while sampling life in different types of communities. Each tour group is limited to 30 people in order to provide as much personal attention as possible, such as arranging special visits to your child's hometown or birth clinic, and additional meetings with a foster family. For more information, please contact Michelle S. C. Howard at (703) 485-2497 or e-mail: mhoward@koreahomelandtours.com Visit our website at: www.KoreaHomelandTours.com. |
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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.
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Date: Monday, January 18, 2010 Program: G.O.A.'L is working in collaboration with IAKL (International Association of Korean Lawyers [1]). Representatives of IAKL will present on various topics and can also prepare topics that are requested.
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The 2010 season of The Korea Society's Classic Movie Night series will begin on Wednesday, January 20. To commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War in 1950,
The Korea Society has selected a schedule of classics that examine the conflict, and the deep, sometimes unexpected scars it has left on the Korean people. Beginning with Man With Three Coffins on January 20, and continuing with Last Witness (February 17) and Crossing (March 17), this season's classic films will examine how, even 60 years on, the effects of the War continue to haunt communities, divide families and fracture Koreans' sense of identity. Each film will be followed by a guest speaker who will discuss its artistic and cultural context. Classic Movie Night 2010
Facing the War: Six Decades of Film Since the Korean War Monthly Screenings Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30 PM
Man With Three Coffins
February 17, 2010 at 6:30 PM
March 17, 2010 at 6:00 PM
Tickets to each screening are available for $5 (members) or $10 (nonmembers). For more information contact Yuni Cho at (212) 759-7525, ext. 323 or email yuni.ny@koreasociety.org The Korea Society |
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True Colors: Putting together the pieces of the Transracial Adoption Puzzle Join us and adult adopted people with lived experience to explore and prepare for the issues of international and domestic transracial adoption on Saturday January 23rd, 2010 at 9:00 am. True Colors is a workshop for transracial and interracial families that focuses on the issue inherent to parenting children across racial lines. Real life scenarios will be explored in an interactive approach to problem solving and understanding the obvious and sometimes not so obvious divides and boundaries that that multiracial families. To register go to http://www.pactadopt.org |
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Welcome to 2010! We are excited to announce that we are starting the new decade with a new direction and vision for ASK. Come join us for a traditional Korean set menu dinner at Dulpul (??) near KoRoot. This is an opportunity to meet fellow activists and adoptees that are interested in being part of the change. We are looking for people who are interested in being part of a movement to change the practice of adoption from Korea. There is often the misconception that the only way to be involved in a group is to be physically present at every meeting and/or event -- HOWEVER this is NOT the case! We know that not everyone is inclined or able to take part in forums, gatherings, or regular meetings and so often times people feel like even though they want to help support a group like ASK, because they don't fall into a certain category then there aren't any other means to show support or to help bring about change. But we at ASK want you to know that there are numerous ways that you can be involved. It is your desire to help bring about a positive change that is going to make all the difference. Whether you are interested in participating as a steering committee member and shaping the future of ASK or are interested in a particular area of the adoption issue, we need your energy and participation. We have several positions available for people who want to take on specific tasks but also welcome anyone who is curious about what we are planning for the coming year. You can make it happen. You can participate! When: Saturday, January 23 Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: 10,000 won (fixed price; set menu including drinks) Where: Dulpul (??) near KoRoot, Gyeongbokgung Station, line No. 3, exit 3 Walk or take a taxi toward Jahamun Tunnel or bus 1711, 7018 or 7016 and get off at Gyeonggi Sanggo Map: http://www.dulpul.co.kr www.adopteesolidarity.org |
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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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The Winter of Their Discontent: Pyongyang Attacks the Market with Marcus Noland.
Marcus Noland North Korea's recent currency reform and subsequent ban on the use of foreign currencies come at an inopportune time for citizens already facing economic stagnation, spiraling prices, and the resurgence of food shortages. Marcus Noland, deputy director of the Peterson Institute for International Economics, will explain how the measures are an attack on the market and the independence from state control it represents. Noland will also discuss whether the government's new policies might be reversed and how, if left in place, could sow popular discontent and thus foment precisely the political activity that the regime seeks to thwart.
About the Speaker Buy Tickets at http://www.koreasociety.org |
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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. Gallery Hours: Monday through Friday: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM The Korea Society Gallery 950 Third Avenue @ 57th Street, 8th Floor (Building entrance on SW corner of Third Avenue and 57th Street) Free and open to the public |
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“How much did I cost?” Have you thought about how you will respond when your child asks such questions? Because adopted children will hang on every word you say in response to these very delicate questions, it is important for adoptive parents to be prepared. A child’s ability to confidently handle questions about adoption will depend on your responses to his or her questions. How you talk with your children about adoption is critical to their forming healthy attitudes. This workshop will give you the tools to:
This workshop is appropriate for adoptive parents, waiting parents, and professionals.
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Pictures along with age appropriate journaling provide an important connection for children to their unique history of the way they joined their adoptive family. Regardless of the type or amount of background information you have about your child before he or she came to you, it will be essential to create an appropriate record. Learn about:
This training offers assistance to people who want to either begin creating such a tool or who want to more fully develop an existing one. Comments from past participants:
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Annual Lunar New Year Celebration February 6th Ring in the Year of the Tiger at the annual Korean Focus - KUMCGW Lunar New Year Celebration! Check back for more information, but be sure to save the date! Date & Time: Saturday, February 6, 2010 - 1 - 4 PM Location: Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington, 1219 Swinks Mill Road, McLean, Virginia Enjoy Korean crafts and games for kids and adults, Korean cooking lessons, performances of traditional and modern Korean music, plus lots of time to catch up with old friends and to make new ones. There are lots of new items in our craft sale, too - it will be available for shopping throughout the event. The Korean Focus - KUMCGW Annual Lunar New Year Celebration is a great way to welcome the new year. See you there! |
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Mark your calendar for Sunday afternoon, Feb 7, 2010 to celebrate Lunar New Year with Friends of Korea families. Details to come later. |
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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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Date: Sunday February 21, 2010 This workshop is for pre-adoptive and adoptive parents, as well as adopted children ages 6-11.
Did you know nearly every adopted child is asked questions about their adoption? For children in trans-racial families, they may also be asked questions about their race. This may start
as early as age 3 with: "Why don't you look like your mom?” For others, it may not begin until ages 6, 7 or even 8 with: “Why were you adopted?” or “Where is your real mother?”
Session 1:
Session 2: Session 3: Seating is limited. Pre-registration is required and should be completed at least one week prior to the event. Payment must be received in order to confirm your registration. Cancellations must be received at least three days prior to the event. For additional information: |
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Registration is now open for the MFCAA and WCUMC Adoption Resource Foundation's Nancy Thomas Symposium on Reactive Attachment Disorder. Children in, or adopted from, foster care, and children who've been adopted from congregate care situations have suffered multiple and complex traumas. Working with, teaching,and parenting these children is a unique challenge. Come hear Nancy Thomas, author and renowned national parenting expert, as she provides funny, practical, real life information, skills and resources for parents, therapists, social workers, teachers and other professionals. Place: Woods Chapel United Methodist Church 4725 NE Lakewood Way Lee's Summit, MO 64064 Dates: February 22 and 23rd, 2010 9AM-4PM *lunch will be provided *full and partial scholarships are available For more information or to register online please visit: http://www.mfcaa.org Or call: 816-350-0215 |
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Mar. 1, 2010, 7 to 9 p.m. To register go to http://www.psbi.org |
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Date: Sunday February 21, 2010 This workshop is for pre-adoptive and adoptive parents, as well as adopted children ages 6-11.
Did you know nearly every adopted child is asked questions about their adoption? For children in trans-racial families, they may also be asked questions about their race. This may start
as early as age 3 with: "Why don't you look like your mom?” For others, it may not begin until ages 6, 7 or even 8 with: “Why were you adopted?” or “Where is your real mother?”
Session 1:
Session 2: Session 3: Seating is limited. Pre-registration is required and should be completed at least one week prior to the event. Payment must be received in order to confirm your registration. Cancellations must be received at least three days prior to the event. For additional information: |
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AMERICAN ADOPTION CONGRESS **If you are interested in presenting/conducting a workshop at the |
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The Adoption Community of New England, Inc. (ACONE) will present its 37th New England Adoption Conference Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Bellingham High School in Bellingham, Massachusetts. This annual
gathering has become the largest such event in the nation, attracting all members of the adoption triad -- adoptive families, birth families, and adopted individuals -- as well as adoption professionals
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Adoption: Secret Histories, Public Policies The Alliance for the Study of Adoption and Culture officially adopted a constitution in 1998, under the name The Alliance for the Study of Adoption, Identity, and Kinship. We seek to promote
understanding of the experience and institution of adoption in relation to literature, history, philosophy, anthropology, law, political theory, cultural studies, and other humanistic disciplines, and
to provide a forum for the presentation and discussion of artistic creation dealing with adoption and related issues in poetry, fiction, memoir, film and other disciplines. We have arranged two
international conferences, and publish the journal Adoption and Culture and an annual newsletter. |
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Longwood Gardens PO Box 501 Kennett Square, PA 19348 Tickets $40 from www.ticketphiladelphia.org or (215) 893-1999
Born in Seoul, Korea, and educated at Juilliard in NYC, the members of the Ahn Trio are redefining the art and architecture of chamber music, breathing new life into the standard piano trio literature with commissioned works from visionary composers. The trio’s latest CD reached #8 on the Billboard charts. Possessing an enviable combination of talent and style, they have gone on to frequent fashion pages of Vogue and GQ and in 2003 were named three of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People. |
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Airfare and Room and Board are covered. There is a registration fee of $150/ The program includeds Korean Culture Classes, Gatherings with Korean Volunteers and Field Trips. To apply and for more information go to http://www.inkas.or.kr |
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We are very excited that the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage has chosen to highlight Asian Pacific Americans as one of the three themes for the 2010 Folklife Festival.
The Festival, which will be held from June 23 through July 5, 2010, will be the 44th time that the Smithsonian has held this annual event on the National Mall. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
for us to showcase APAs from the metropolitan DC area as a microcosm of the more than 12 million APAs in the United States.
Contact: Curator of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival's 2010 Program on Asian Pacific Americans, Phil Nash, at p.nash@nashinteractive.com
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ASIA, Inc. would like to invite you to our 1st annual family/teen camps. This year’s theme will be ‘rice.’ Rice is a food item that is loved by both Koreans and Americans on a daily basis and it is served with almost every single meal in Korea. Rice can be a source of many creative Korean dishes –bibimbop, kimbop, bokeumbop, etc. We will be learning about the wonderful Korean culture by exploring around rice. Who should consider coming? All adoptive families with Korean children of all ages and their siblings are welcome to participate. We are planning two separate camps –family camp and teen camp, in the same camp site. There will be enough space to accommodate the first 26 families at the ASIA Family Camp and 35 or more teen campers at the teen camp. There will be nursery programs for infants and toddlers, as well as programs for school-age children, and adults. Special attention will be given to birth children and children from countries other than Korea. Our Teen Camp will be operated in the same facility but in a different section of the retreat center. While adults and younger children stay in a hotel style room with their parents, teen campers will stay one night outdoors in tents and two nights in a cottage with counselors. Contact Grace Song for registration info at hwakangsong@gmail.com Accommodations and location The Meadowkirk Camp and Retreat Center is a beautiful facility which attracts private parties and wedding ceremonies throughout the year. It is located in Middleburg, VA approximately 40 miles west of Washington DC. All accommodations are newly built hotel style rooms with a full bed, an extended length twin bed, and a private bath. One or two small people can sleep in their sleeping bags in the same room with their parents. Teen campers will be sharing rooms with other teen campers. Please notice that during the first night teen campers will be sleeping outdoors in tents. They will move into cottages and sleep on bunk beds for the second and third nights. Families who live close by Middleburg could commute to the camp. For more information about our camp facility visit http://www.meadowkirk.org . The town of Middleburg is known for fox hunting and steeple chasing. The charming village has earned a reputation as the "Nation's Horse and Hunt Capital," attracting prominent visitors from across the United States. Serving as a host community for more than 250 years, it is no surprise that Middleburg has developed such a high concentration of fine inns, shops and restaurants. Middleburg was recognized in 2008 for its historic preservation efforts by being designated a Preserve America Community by then-First Lady Laura Bush. Read more about Middleburg at http://www.middleburg.org
Schedule and Program Check-in will begin at 3 p.m. on Thursday. Check out will begin at 12:00 noon on Sunday. We will be selling Korean items at our camp store to benefit ASIA Culture Camp. We will be asking each family to give one hour of their time to serve a camp program. Once we have final list of campers, we will be providing you with a signup sheet with a list of areas where we need parent volunteers. Camp counselors If you would like to volunteer as a group leader for children or teens, you will have to be at least 18 or older and be able to pass a background check. Each applicant will need to submit an application by June 15th, 2010. There is no compensation for the counselors and you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the camp location. ASIA will provide free lodging and food during your stay at the camp. Camp counselors can be Korean adoptees, Korean Americans and non-adoptees or non-Koreans. Contact Grace Song for an application form at hwakangsong@gmail.com. Registration Fee The full camp registration fee includes all hotel style accommodations, three continental breakfasts, two Korean lunches, one sandwich dinner for Thursday evening, two buffet style dinners, camp t-shirt, snacks and camp programs. *$265 per adult, child (3 and over) , or teen *$50 discount per 4th, 5th or 6th camper who is older than 3. *$100 fee per camp baby who is using daycare *$200 per daycamper who does not require lodging. It is recommended that your teenager stay with their counselors for most of the time during the camp if your whole family participates in the family camp. Parents of teens will have a chance to be briefed about their achievements before the end of the camp. |
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