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From December 9 to December 27 2011 we asked our patrons to bring canned goods, or some food in boxes or packages (noodles, cereals - food, which cannot spoil fast) to collect food bags with us for those who is in need. Many people responded to our call, and we collected food which will be donated for Russian elderly pensioners, single mothers, children, political and war refugees through a charitable organization MPC Social Services in Moscow. It was the first food drive in the American Center in Moscow, and it had a success! We will continue to involve our patrons to charity and community services projects! |
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On December 24 the American Center held its monthly meeting of the AMC Children's Club. The theme was "Birds." Twenty-five young patrons played games and puzzles to learn about different kinds of birds. They learned where birds lived, what sounds they made, which birds were official birds of each state, and even made origami birds to take home.
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The American Center in Moscow organized a competition for young readers: “Sizzling Reading Challenge.” Any child from the ages of 5 to 14, from Moscow or Moscow region, was eligible to participate. Participants had time from July 21st to November 30th to read as many English-language books as possible, and the American Center promised that every child who read ten and more books would receive an American prize. AMC received 56 forms from children and teens.
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The American Center in Moscow has the honor to host U.S. Embassy officers twice a month for its "Conversation Cafe" program. Officers come and speak about their work at the Embassy, or specific American hobbies, aspects of culture or other topics that are near and dear to their hearts. This December 7th we hosted the program as usual, but it was a bittersweet meeting as it was also a farewell to one of our favorite speakers from the Embassy, James Stanley. |
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We had the joy of hosting world-renowned documentary filmmaker, Marina Goldovskaya, who was in Russia to partake in the ArtDocFest. Marina's lastest film, "The Bitter Taste of Freedom: Anna Politkovskaya" made its premier opening in Russia this month. It drew much praise and standing ovations. Ms. Goldovskaya spoke about her longtime friendship with the late Politkovskaya and how she was able to film so much of her intimate life. Ms. Goldovskaya currently heads the documentary film section at the UCLA Film School, and spoke with patrons about the art and importance of documentary film-making. It was a good conversation and we thank Marina for coming! |
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