HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Friday    9 A.M. - 4:P.M. (summer hours)

STAFF:
Executive Director - Marilyn von Kriegenbergh
Assistant Director - Janet Germano
Administrative Assistant - Linda Breslin

BOARD OF DIRECTOR OFFICERS
Helen (Dee) Bradley - President
Barbara Sturtevant  - Vice President
Stephen Scullin - Treasurer
Elaine Meyrial - Secretary

CONTACT US
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF RHODE ISLAND
8 Stimson Avenue, Providence, Rhode Island 02906     tel: (401) 421-7181   fax: (401) 751.9733
 DIRECTIONS TO INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF RI

is a non-profit, community based multicultural center supported by membership fees, individual contributions, class fees, and fundraising projects. The House provides a "link" between the community and international students, scholars, and visitors through the International Friendship Program, the World Discovery Classroom Project, and varied cultural and social functions. The goal is to foster international understanding and friendship. Membership is open to anyone interested in other countries and cultures and provides generous discounts for nationality dinners, language classes, and many other events -

plus the enjoyment of meeting  INTERESTING PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD


ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES

FRENCH, ITALIAN, SPANISH AND CHINESE CLASSES
 FRENCH CLUB      GERMAN CLUB

ANNUAL PROGRAM REPORT 2007-2008

CURRENT NEWSLETTER MAY-AUGUST 2009 

UPCOMING SEASON'S HIGHLIGHTS
see below for details

SEASON’S HIGHLIGHTS
Volunteer Appreciation Party - May 15      4-6 P.M
Cooking in English - May 20                      10 A.M.
Japanese Okonomiyaki Party - June 27         5 P.M.
Some Enchanted Evening -  July 18              6 P.M.
Cruise on Rumrunner II  -  August 14              10 A.M.   

                                    PROGRAM DETAILS
 
Volunteer Appreciation Party
Friday, May 15 -  4 P.M. - 6 P.M.

All of our International House volunteers are invited to attend our 22nd special wine and hors d’oeuvres party.  Volunteers include Board Members, ESL teachers and tutors, foreign language teachers, and those who help at special events during the year. Spouses are invited as well. We ask that you please R.S.V.P. by May 8.


COOKING IN ENGLISH
Wednesday, May 20,   10 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
Get acquainted with American cuisine and customs in this one session cooking class for our international students and visitors.  You'll learn cooking terms and techniques using easy, healthy recipes.  Practice your English with I.H. chefs Nancy Marcucci and Cal Krichmar as you learn to cook American foods.  Please register by May 13. Class size limited.
Fee:  $10  includes the class and the luncheon.
                     
 
JAPANESE OKONOMIYAKI  (JAPANESE PANCAKE PARTY)
Saturday, June 27 -  5:00 P.M.

Join us for an Okonomiyaki Party sponsored by the Japan Language and Culture Society of Providence.  Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savoury pancake containing a variety of ingredients. The name is derived from the word okonomi, meaning "what you like" or "what you want", and yaki meaning "grilled" or "cooked". Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with Kansai or Hiroshima areas of Japan, but is widely available throughout the country. Toppings and batters tend to vary according to region. Kansai (Osaka)-style okonomiyaki is the predominant style of the dish. The batter is made of flour, grated yam, water or dashi, eggs and shredded cabbage, and usually contains other ingredients such as green onion, meat (generally pork or bacon), shrimp, vegetables, kimchi, mochi or cheese.
Our Japanese servers will demonstrate the different styles of this dish and will prepare the dishes at the tables fitted with special hotplates (teppan) with ingredients chosen by each guest.  Tea will be served.
Please reserve by June 20.
Students: $15,   I.H. Members: $20  Non-Members: $25

Some Enchanted Evening: A Fusion of Art, Music and Dining
Saturday, July 18 -  6 P.M.

In keeping with the spirit of the event, we will create a beautiful as well as delicious dinner with wine, hors d’oeuvres, seafood and more.. 
After dinner, feast your eyes on the original art pieces of local artists and treat your ears to the sounds of local musicians.  The Rhode Island community is rich with talented artists and musicians, so why not get to meet them and experience their creations?  Some art may be offered for sale.
Interested visual and musical artists are invited to contact us (401 421-7181) as soon as possible for participation in this program.
Reservations should be made by July 10.  International House members: $20, non-members: $25,
students:  $15.  (Cash, credit card, personal check)


Cruise on the Rum Runner II  from Newport Harbor
Friday, August 14, leaves IH at 9:30  A.M.
Enjoy a breathtaking tour of Newport waters and relive the speed and thrill of the chase. Rum Runner II , which was originally built for two New Jersey mobsters to elude the Coast Guard while speeding cases of “Hooch”, offers the luxury and intrigue you would imagine of a high-speed bandit with a history all her own. Aboard the Rum Runner II , you will cruise by mansions and former speakeasies that were fueled by seaborne smugglers. This newly restored Elco Motoryacht, built in 1929 during the height of Prohibition, carries you swiftly and safely through local waters.  U.S. Coast Guard approved for 49 Passengers.   Boat trip is 75 minutes long.
International House members/students:  $28    Non-Members:  $30.  Price includes round-trip bus fare, driver’s tip, and boat fare.  Lunch at a Newport restaurant will be paid on your own.
Please reserve by August 7.

WEEKLY PROGRAMS -  FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Potluck Lunches: Thursdays - 12:45PM - 1:30PM Members welcome to this weekly gourmet feast. Make friends, converse, and practice English with international people and Americans. Please bring a dish of food to share.
Knitting Group: Fridays - 12:30 PM- 2:00PM Knitting instruction with Tatiana Savchenko for all levels of experience. Free to members. Children welcome.

Vinyasa Yoga Class (evening)
Mondays, 7:30 P.M. - 8:45 P.M. (begins April 20, 2009)
Moderate mixed-level class (beginners welcome) with some breathing exercises, Sun Salutations, stretching, strengthening postures and relaxation techniques. Certified Instructor:  Zhanna Lee.  Fee will be $10 per class or $50 for 6 classes.
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 Pranayama Yoga Class (afternoon)
Thursdays, 4-5 P.M.
May 1 - August 27
Indian native, Santosh Jain, will lead a yoga class promoting an awareness of health. Class will include asanas (positions) for helping with problems related to spine (spondylitis), back, slipped disk, cervical vertebrae, asthma and lungs. The breathing and stretching exercises promote relaxation benefits. 
Donations gratefully accepted (suggestion:$5).

 VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP PROGRAM
Friendship program for international graduate students

INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP STUDENT APPLICATION FORM
of Brown University and American host families          
INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP HOST FAMILY APPLICATION

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THIS PAGE IS CREATED AND MAINTAINED BY MARILYN VON KRIEGENBERGH  April 28, 2009