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Capoeira and Brazilian Food

Submitted on Tue, 02/07/2012 - 11:14

The Embassy of Brazil in Ethiopia invites everyone to take part in the cultural events which will take place starting next week:

CAPOEIRA - FILM AND LIVE PERFORMANCE: Monday 6 February at 6:00 PM at the Alliance Française.  Come to see demonstrations of the Brazilian Martial Art. Free entrance.

BRAZILIAN FOOD FESTIVAL: 8—29 February at the Diplomat Restaurant - Boston Day Spa Building. A unique chance to taste Brazilian Food in Ethiopia!

Looking for a Great Present for Friends and Family? Purchase an ICS “This is not a plastic bag” Bag!

Submitted on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 09:29

The ICS “This is not a plastic bag” cotton shopping bag is available at the reception desk for 100 birr. Proceeds benefit the Ethiopian Wolf Conservation Fund.

Addis Rugby Club

Submitted on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 09:27

The Addis Rugby Club meets on Saturdays from September to June, mostly playing touch rugby (7s). Contact organizer Tom White to for updates on date, time and location. He has a mailing list and a Facebook group "Addis Ababa Nyalas Rugby Club".  Email addis.nyalas(at)yahoo.co.uk; phone 0911-255-110.

LeLa Art Gallery Exhibition

Submitted on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 09:20

On Friday 27 January, Saturday 28 January and Sunday 29 January, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, LeLa Gallery will host a unique exhibition of original artworks taken from the FACE2FACE high definition prints currently on display at the African Union on the occasion of the AU Summit.

Global Family Living and TCKs

Submitted on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 09:08

Ruth E. Van Reken is a second generation adult TCK [Third Country Kid] and mother of 3ATCKs. She speaks internationally on issues related to global family living. She is co-founder of Families in Global Transition. In addition to other writing, Ruth is co-author of Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds. Ruth will speak on Thursday 23 February at 7:00 PM in the home of Ann Staal.

Step Aerobics Class

Submitted on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 08:54

ICS parent Allyson Wainer is teaching a step aerobics class (appropriate for all levels of fitness) at Laphto gym on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM and Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Laphto will charge 75 birr per class or free for members.

Franz Liszt Piano Festival

Submitted on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 10:09

Final performance: Monday 12 December, 6:30 PM, Yared School of Music, Addis Ababa University: Andreas Teufel (Austria).

Behind the Scenes for December 2011 and beyond ...

Submitted on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 10:07

Architectural Addis – Sunday 11 December

Buildings from yesteryear. A three-hour insight into the city’s former glory. Led by architectural enthusiast and historian, get to see places you normally bypass. Meeting Hilton Carpark Sunday 10:00 AM—1:00 PM. 350ETB per person.

From Bean to Export ... What makes it the best cup of coffee? – Saturday 17 December

Motley Singers and Orchestra Holiday Performances

Submitted on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 09:52

One more chance to see the Motley Singers! Sunday, 11 December at International Evangelical Church (Sarbet), at 5:30 PM. The concerts are free. However, if you are able and willing, we also will be collecting donations for the social outreach programs as organized by the church.

LeLa Art Gallery Christmas Sale and a Painting Exhibition

Submitted on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 09:47

This weekend, 10 and 11 December, there is a Christmas Sale at LeLa Art Gallery from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.  Artifacts, prints, Christmas cookies, jewelry, clothing, bags, accessories, crystal glasses. Refreshments and food. NOTE PLEASE: PARKING ON STREET ABOVE – GUARDS will be on duty there! Looking forward to seeing you there.