What happens when crafty ex-pats living in Hamburg, Germany get together? Big things, that’s what! Jessica Allen, originally a friend of Beth Graß and now a friend to all of us, felt a calling to rally the crafty ladies of her area sewing bee for a Craft Hope project. An Aussie currently residing in Germany, she is the owner of...
At the AWSurrey October meeting we had the membership vote for the FAWCO Target Water Project. We had the printed summaries of the 3 finalist projects laminated and standing on easels. In front of each easel was a water bottle. We had a bowl filled with pennies and as each member came into the meeting, they were given a penny.
Every Monday morning at 9:30 you can find us in the Niendorf Gehege. There are four of us out there doing our laps in the park: Shawn Klug, Susan Stanley Witt, Sherrye Starcke (past member of AWCH) and Tracy Moede. What began as a twosome became a foursome and we couldn't be happier because not only are we walking for...
September 2010: Region 1 Regional Meeting/Funday
by Madeline Morrow
Changing the Flow: A Photographic Workshop on Water!
Region I held a one day Funday, on Saturday September25th with the goal of combining a meeting and a photographic workshop all highlighting the FAWCO Target Water project. Gathering in the lovely old town of Marlow, England,
Latest WONDERFUL news from Region 5 from Frauke Rademacher-Heidemann, RC Region 5
At our Region 5 Annual Meeting last November in Munich, Tracy Moede from the AWCH presented the additional local water project ITWDP (Integrated Tribal and Watershed Development Program) in India.
In the meantime we have wonderful news and reports from the local Indian project.
Email from the project...
Respectfully submitted by:
Kim Mousseron, AWG-LR, FAWCO Rep 2010-2011
On Saturday, June 5, American Women's Group of Languedoc Roussillon held an accessories auction and sale fundraiser. What a successful and fun day!
We had received many generous donations of hats, scarves, belts, bags, and jewelry. Most of the items were on sale throughout the afternoon; others were auctioned off in...
My-Linh Kunst
from Frauke Rademacher-Heidemann, RC Region 5
At our Region 5 Annual Meeting last November in Munich, Tracy Moede from the AWCH presented the additional local water project ITWDP (Integrated Tribal and Watershed Development Program) in India.
In the meantime we have wonderful news and reports from this project.
Email from the project ITWDP coordinator Ulrike Henn, AWCH, to...
Submitted by: Anne McDonald, AWC Dublin President
September 16,2010
Lord Mayor Gerry Breen came to the American Women's Club of Dublin Club Meeting and wished them much success for their 2010-2011 Club Year. Included in special guests at this event were: Caryna with her homemade cakes and speciality brownies, and Triona Sweeney, local artist who offered a presentation on...
AWC Lagos celebrated its 50th Anniversary in September.
Special guest was American Consulate General's wife, Kathleen Stafford.
Kindly submited by Debby Telatovich, AWC Lagos Rep
AWC-Luxembourg Clean Water Charity
AWC-Luxembourg is still pushing hard for more public awareness and funding for the FAWCO Bull's Eye Project with their September 24, 2010 "Clean Water for Life Charity Cocktail". This will be AWC-Luxembourg's third fundraiser for the Bull's Eye Project. They hope to continue increasing their members' awareness of the precious nature of water and of all...
AWC-Luxembourg is still pushing hard for more public awareness and funding for the FAWCO Bull's Eye Project with their September 24, 2010 "Clean Water for Life Charity Cocktail". This will be AWC-Luxembourg's third fundraiser for the Bull's Eye Project. They hope to continue increasing their members' awareness of the precious nature of water and of all...
Arline Coward
Article Submitted by BWN Rep, Arline CowardArline Coward, BWN FAWCO Rep (right) and two FAWCO Committee members, Jessica Ziegler on left and Gwen Gilmore de Comas (center) taken at the FAWCO table at the BWN Holiday Bazaar. We sold trees for the BWN Tree Project in support of the FAWCO Millennium Forest and answered questions about FAWCO (information card on...
My-Linh Kunst
AWC Hosts FAWCO “Roundabout The Hague” Fun Weekeend!
You are invited!The Fun FAWCO Weekend in The Hague is taking place on October 29 − 31 at our Clubhouse! Our own AWC The Hague is hosting the FAWCO Region 4 Meeting and we hope to see you there. The sessions along with lunches, light snacks, a Friday night rijstafel dinner...
October 29-31,2010
Regional Meeting held for Region 4 hosted by AWC The Hague, in The Hague, Netherlands
Report submitted by AWC The Hague FAWCO Rep: Sara Crabtree
This year’s FAWCO Region 4 Meeting was hosted by AWC The Hague in their lovely old clubhouse in Scheveningen (the seaside suburb of The Hague). Twenty-five women attended the conference on October 29-31,
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The American Women of Ticino commonly known as AWOT is turning 20! Founded in 1990, the intent of the group was to be a source of support and meet the needs of American women living in Ticino. In recognition of this momentous occasion the club will be hosting a 20th Anniversary Gala at the Villa Sassa in Lugano on Friday...
My-Linh Kunst
The American Women of Ticino commonly known as AWOT is turning 20! Founded in 1990, the intent of the group was to be a source of support and meet the needs of American women living in Ticino. In recognition of this momentous occasion the club will be hosting a 20th Anniversary Gala at the Villa Sassa in Lugano on Friday...
Photos Submitted by FAWCO Rep, Debra Yonkers-Hecht, Chilterns AWC.
Voting for the Water Project - allowing members to place a coin in the bottle of their Project Choice.
Voting Overseas Election 2010- informing members to remember to register for their Absentee Ballot
October Breast Cancer Awareness for Chilterns AWC members
AWC Shanghai, China
Submitted by: Kate Hayes, Regional Coordinator Region 11 and Club Co-President 2010-2011
Celebrated in Style with their "Decorate your Own Cowboy Hat" AmCham Booth at the AmCham
Booth at the Expo 2010.
American Women's Club of Dublin Charity Halloween Party October 30,2010
The Charity event was to raise money for the Irish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
The event was a great success and enjoyed by all who participated in this Charity event.
Submitted by President, Anne McDonald, AWC Dublin
AWC Shanghai - Region 11
Expat Expo Shanghai, China
Pictured here are some members of AWC Shanghai in front of the USA Pavilion at the Expo 2010. In July, AWC Shanghai enjoyed Afternoon Tea in the lounge and were treated to a VIP tour of the USA Pavilion as recognition and appreciation for Volunteer Service.
Kindly submitted by:
Kate Hayes, AWC...
Hat Party with AWC Dublin.
Funds raised for the ISPCC
Region 8 Successfully fundraised for the L'Aquila earthquake victims and together all of the Region 8 FAWCO Clubs were able to purchase Playground equipment and help create a new park area for the children of L'Aquila.
Elizabeth Abbott, AWA Rome FAWCO Rep was successful in recruiting her Region 8 FAWCO clubs to support this cause. L'Aquila is going to publicize...
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