tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47415880090051485102009-11-19T16:54:41.221-08:00Darren Hughesnoreply@blogger.comBlogger267125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4741588009005148510.post-74459637951497895472009-11-24T09:47:00.000-08:002009-11-12T07:09:36.497-08:00

Do you know how Christmas is like in Germany? Want to know about the authentic German Christmas treats? Come join us in the German Christmas Cookies Cooking Demonstration. Learn about the rich traditions of the German Christmas culture and its connections with the Christmas culture you are familiar with! Try and make some German Christmas Cookies with our instructor Vera P Broux yourself and have

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Join the I-House family in the spirit of giving, as we provide a Free Thanksgiving Dinner for international students and their families. Come and learn about the Thanksgiving tradition and enjoy the wonderful meal that associated with this holiday.Sign-up is required, so please visit the I- House front-desk and add yourself and family members to the list.If you can't stop by the I-house for it

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The International House is gladly inviting you to the Cirque de Chine trip, one of the best production the Smoky Mountain Palace has offered to date. The show is performed by an award winning troupe new to the Smoky Mountain Palace. The cast offers the traditional Chinese cultural acrobatics but in a very fast paced, and at times breath taking, manner. The costumes are absolutely gorgeous; the

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Don't miss your chance!The last Turkish Cooking Class for this semester is taking place at the I-House right after the Middle Eastern Week events on Friday, November 20.Come to the I-House at noon for another portion of cheer.Don't forget to buy your ticket ahead of time. Number of participants for this program is limited.Where: International House Great RoomWhen: Friday, November 20, 12 pmCost:

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After discussing Christianity in Middle East comes the time to look at Islam in USA.We'll meet this Thursday, November 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the I-House to see a short film about problems Muslim communities face in the United States and talk about Islam in modern days America.You can address your question to an Imam that will participate in the discussion and to other participants.Where:

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Jesus lived and taught in what we now call the Middle East, and the New Testament describes that it was in that region that his followers first spread his teachings and were first called Christians (Acts 11.26). While a history of religious schisms and political conquests has left many Americans unfamiliar with Christianity's long history in the Middle East, these Christians continue their rich

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We are going to get the breakdown of how to break if down Middle Eastern Belly Dance style. Like always it will be a night of fun that you won't want to miss. So mark your calendar and tell a friend! Socks and comfortable clothes are suggested for dancing.Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009Time: 6 p.m.Venue: International House Great RoomCost: FreeInstructor: Sonja Oswalt from "Tennessee Belly Dance"

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We are moving the Intentional Film Series event for the Middle Eastern Week to the Monday of the Week. Wee meet in the Hodges Library November 16th at 6pm for an Egyptian film "Days of Sadat".This epic film is based on Sadat's autobiography ''in search of Identity'' and his wife Jihane el Sadat's ''A woman of Egypt''. It stars Egypt's great actor Ahmed Zaki who achieved new heights in character

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Get prepared for the Middle Eastern Week at the I-House: get insight into usage of Arabic language. Learn where and how it is being used, amplify your vocabulary and start heaving fun.An Egyptian film "Days of Sadat" will be shown in the Hodges Library right after the language workshop.Where: Intentional House Dining RoomWhen: Monday, November 16, 5:00 pmCost: Free

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If you missed the Turkish Week at the I-House or did not get enough of the Turkish Culture during it or if you just enjoy cooking the next Turkish Cooking Class welcomes you.It is another in the Series Turkish Cooking Class held at the I-House on Friday afternoon.The cost is just $2 for students and $5 for everybody else that includes a lot of fun and taste of the delightful Turkish cuisine.Come

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We will be wrapping up the Latin American Week at the International House with Mexican movie "Under The Same Moon" ("La Misma Luna").The film tells the story of Rosario (del Castillo), a mother who emigrated illegally to the United States, and her nine-year-old son, Carlitos (Alonso). Rosario and Carlitos have not seen each other in four years, when Carlitos was only five. Rosario, now living in

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The Latin American night... will highlight the unique culture and tradition of MEXICO. From its delightful food and colorful fashion... to it's exciting history of music and dance.Tickets will go on sale at 6:00 p.m. and the event will start at 6:30 p.m. Be sure to get there early so that you ensure you get a ticket. This is sure to be a great experience, so don't miss it!Date: November 11,

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Carol is originally from New York, but she has been living in Tennessee for several years. Carol knows the Knoxville area very well and knows alot about the "culture" here at UT. She has been working at the International House as a Program Resource Specialist for over 15 years.She helps out the I-House staff and tries to keep things running smoothly for everyone who works and comes to the I-House

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The International House is gladly inviting to our Tango Dance Lesson as the Coffee House event in the Latin America Week. Two professional Latin American tango dancers from the Knoxville Argentine Tango Society are going to teach you the perfect steps of original Latin American Tango. Bring your date and come join us in the fun night! Socks and comfortable clothes are suggested. There will be

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Join us on the trip to the Tanger Outlet Center, located in Sevierville, Tennessee. With it being one of the largest shopping centers in the U.S., you will find almost everything that you are looking for. Prepare yourself for the winter and the holiday season along with saving the money in the pocket!When: Sunday, November 8, 2009, 9 amWhere: Meet in front of International House upper level;

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The movie for our Turkish Week, "White Angel" (Beyaz Melek), tells us the universal, ever-lasting drama of "old age" based on a social background where the director is aiming to reflect the brotherhood of the Turkish and the Kurdish people living in the south-east of Turkey.Mala Ahmet, the old leader of a Kurdish tribe is suffering from cancer. While running away from the compulsory

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A largely diverse culture... Turkey provides a beautiful history of architecture, food, music, and a certain 'delight'. Ever heard of the mystical sect of SUFISM... learn about this and lot's more, as we look at the various cultural expressions from this wonderful country!Date: November 4, 2009Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Place: International House Great RoomCost: FREE

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The International House presents Turkish Cultural Training: "Doing Business with Turkish People" as the kickoff of Turkey Week from November 2nd to November 6th. Participants will be utilizing a cultural training module to discuss their perspectives about doing business with Turkish people and other Turkish culture related questions. There will be Turkish businessmen/businesswomen present to

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The first in Series Turkish Cooking Class is taking place at the I-house this Friday afternoon, 12 pm - 2 pm Join us to learn about and taste delicious Turkish Cuisine.When: Friday, October 30, 12:00 - 2:00 pmWhere: international House Dining RoomCost: $2.00 for students, $5.00 for others (tickets are on sale at the I-House front desk)Get your ticket ahead of time. Number of participants is

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Movie the Indian Week at the I-House, "Black", revolves around a blind, deaf and mute girl, and her relationship with her teacher who himself later develops Alzheimer's disease. The first half of the film is an adaptation of Helen Keller's autobiography The Story of My LifeWhere: Hodges Library Room 253When: Thursday, October 29, 6:00 pmCost: Free

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From plant... to powder. We will create dazzling and unique images from our Henna Collection. Join us and also learn about the traditional Indian Henna ceremony with its special song, dance, and drink. Special Indian snacks will also be available for sampling. If you like art, you'll like Henna.Date: October 28, 2009Time: 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.Place: International House Great RoomCost: $2 (includes a

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Share with us the captivating culture of India with traditional music, dance, and fine Indian cuisine. Come learn and experience the Indian culture in a different way! See you there!Tickets will go on sale at 6 p.m. and the event will start at 6:30 p.m. Be sure to get there early to ensure you get a ticket. This is sure to be a great experience, so don't miss it!Please notice that we have this

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Let's kick off the Indian Week at the I-Housetogether with the taste of Indian cuisine. Come and learn how to cook Pappadam, Kahva , Coconut Rice, Lemon Rice and some other Indian dishesWhere: I-House Great RoomWhen: Monday, October 26, 6 pmCost: $2 for UT students (with UT ID), $5 for others

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The International House would like to invite you to the Great Smoky Mountain hiking trip! We will be hiking to the Ramsay Cascades on Saturday, October 24th. With Fall upon us the Smoky Mountains are at their most beautiful, with the leaves showing an array of gorgeous colors. We will also be stopping by the falls to have a picnic (food will not be provided by the I-House). So you can eat, make

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Finishing Thematic Weeks with a movie has become a tradition already.The movie Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War is our last event for the Korean Week.Jin-Tae (Jang Dong-Gun) shines shoes, hoping to save enough money to send his younger brother, Jin-Seok (Won Bin), to university. Their mother runs a noodle shop and wishes the best for her two sons, even though things have been tough since her

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