Kirikou and the Sorceress KarabaCome and discover the adventures of a little African boy KIRIKOU. In a little village somewhere in Africa, a boy named Kirikou is born. But he's not a normal boy, because he knows what he wants very well. Also he already can speak and walk. His mother tells him how an evil sorceress has dried up their spring and devoured all males of the village except of one. Hence little Kirikou decides, he will accompany the last warrior to the sorceress. Location: Pacific 115
Presentation Time: 12:15pm - 1:00pm
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Chinese Calligraphy: the Fun of Writing The presentation will briefly introduce the Chinese calligraphy: how it develops throughout the history and how it relates to our daily lives now. Participants can also have a chance to use the traditional writing tools--"four treasures" to create their own pieces of calligraphy work. Location: Pacific 8
Presentation Time: 12:15pm - 1:00pm
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Feast like an Arab!You are invited to attend a medley of some major Arabic “feastivities”. Have a taste of the rich Arabic culture that is remarkably based on generosity. Enjoy learning about the Arabs’ festive customs, try some yummy Arabic food, and learn how to dance the traditional Arabic “Dabkki” Location: Pacific 8
Presentation Time: 11:15am - 12:00pm
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The Amazon BasinA presentation on "El Amazonas". With the support of some slides and a short excerpt from a documentary, we will show some of the very interesting aspects this region offers. We will consider the Spanish-speaking countries of the area, such as Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and their ecosystem, flora, fauna, tribes, ecological problems, natural resources. Finally, we will pose some questions about problems the students might know about while giving them some hints, like for example about deforestation. Location: Pacific 8
Presentation Time: 9:15am-9:40am
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Chinese KnotPlease come to join us about the Chinese knot. We will talk about the meaning and history of Chinese knots as well as making one with colorful strings. Location: Pacific 8
Presentation Time: 10:15am - 11:00am
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Buon Appetito!We will travel through Italy and discover its fabulous regional cuisine. We will learn a little bit of its history and the role that food has in Italian life. Location: Pacific 9
Presentation Time: 9:15am-9:40am
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The epic of Kalevala in Finnish popular cultureKalevala is the national epic of Finland from the 19th century which continues to influence Finnish popular culture today. The presentation will illuminate the main characters and central plot of Kalevala and review the influence of Kalevala on contemporary Finnish popular culture. Location: Pacific 9
Presentation Time: 10:15am-10:40am
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CubaOld cars, colonial cities, lovely playa... Come and discover Cuba, with lots of photos. A personal account of my travels on the island. Location: Columbia 44
Presentation Time: 12:15pm-12:40pm
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A Journey through Los AndesThese chains of mountains give birth to small towns that continue their existence through the time. Join me to visit different countries in South America and exploring with photos, painting, music and dance different aspect of Andes’ cultures. This presentation is in Spanish. Location: Columbia 44
Presentation Time: 10:15am-10:40am
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"Quoi de neuf?" French Slang and IdiomsStudents will learn about familiar French expressions and their equivalents in English. Through interactive examples, students will be exposed to French slang, or "l'argot." Location: Columbia 44
Presentation Time: 11:15am-11:40am
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