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2008 Events
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Australian Capital Territory Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for the ACT)
New South Wales Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for NSW)
More information for each of these events will be available on the NSW AACASA Events egroup closer to the date... if you haven't joined this egroup yet - please contact the AACASA Representative for NSW with a short email saying who you are and where you are up to in the adoption process, what country you are applying to adopt from and then we can organise for you to join.
Waiting Parent Dinners in Sydney
All AACASA Waiting Parents are warmly invited to these dinners, this includes anyone who is at the stage of thinking of applying to adopt, those who have applied and are waiting for approval, those who have been approved and are simply waiting, and also those waiting parents who have been allocated and are waiting to fly out to meet their new son or daughter. Waiting Parent dinners are a wonderful supportive environment for everyone who is waiting to meet together and chat.
Sydney Waiting Parent Dinners for 2008 ...
All waiting-mums and waiting-dads are most welcome... including anyone still considering adopting from Ethiopia, those who have applied, those who have been approved and those who are waiting to fly out to Ethiopia.
The dates for the Sydney Waiting Parent Dinners are as follows...
> Saturday 1st March
> Saturday 31st May
> Saturday 16th August
> Saturday 8th November
Picnics in Newcastle
All AACASA members (waiting parents and adoptive parents), their family and extended family are very welcome to attend.
The dates for Newcastle picnics are as follows...
> March 30th
> June 29th
> September 14th
> November 22nd
Picnics in Sydney
All AACASA members (waiting parents and adoptive parents), their family and extended family are very welcome to attend.
The dates for Sydney picnics are as follows...
> Saturday 1st March at the Homebush Olympic Pool
> Sunday 1st June at Bicentennial Park, Homebush
> Saturday 16th August at Bicentennial Park, Homebush
> Sunday 9th November at Bicentennial Park, Homebush
Northern Territory Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for the Northern Territory)
AACASA members who are moving to or travelling through the Northern Territory and would like to meet up with local Northern Territory AACASA members – you are warmly invited to contact Kate (AACASA Representative for the Northern Territory).
Queensland Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for Queensland)
Note: events held by the local Ethiopian Community are included at the end of the AACASA events for Qld.
AACASA QLD
2008 Events Calendar
We strongly encourage all South East Queensland members of AACASA to join the local events egroup as events can and do change. Contact Lisa. If you do not have access to email contact Linda or Nicki for event details.
Please note waiting parents are welcome at all events. Waiting Parents Dinners will continue this year contact Linda
Mummy Dinners will be organised by Marissa and posted on the events egroup.
Ethiopian Dance Class will continue this year contact Lisa for details.
There will be cooking days on this year and the details will be posted on the events egroup.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL BEFORE ATTENDING ALL EVENTS IN CASE OF LAST MINUTE CHANGES.
May
Gebatta and Billiardo at Made In Africa restaurant
Sunday 4th May
Time 10 am
Tesfaye will teach us to play gebatta and billiardo. Gebatta is a game of strategy. Billiardo (also known as carambula) is a cueless form of billiards that uses balls and pins. This popular game was introduced by the Italians to Ethiopia. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Five-pins for more details.
Made in Africa restaurant.
The last arcade before the hotel.
Shop 8-9 Ranchhold Arcade
197-201 Beaudesert Road
Moorooka, QLD 4105
Phone: 07 38486759 Mobile: 0421 481 934 www.madeinafrica.com.au
This activity was put together by Lisa specifically for the teenagers so it would be great to see some teens along. All other members are also most welcome.
RSVP- Linda
AACASA Qld Picnic
Sunday 18th May 2008
Time 10:00am
Daisy Hill State Forrest, Daisy Hill
This is Queensland's big annual African adoption celebration. All are welcome. Ethiopian food will be served and Ethiopian Beer available. All the money raised goes to projects in Ethiopia. The Tin-nish Ethiopian Dance Group will perform.
BYO - Lunch (if you are not having Ethiopian), chairs and/or picnic blankets, hats, sunscreen, cricket bats and footballs etc. for the kids.
African Community
June
Barefoot Bowls for Adults, Teenages and Children over 6 years
Sunday the 8th of June 2008
1pm - 4pm
Booroodabin Bowls Club
126 Breakfast Creek Rd Newstead
Cost- $25 for adults, Includes lunch - a fillet steak or chicken breast all served with a freshly tossed salad a focaccia roll and chips and two hours of barefoot bowls. Children (6-12 years) $6.50 for bowling, children’s meals start from $6.50 and can be ordered from the menu on the day.
RSVP: By the 1st of June. Linda
Children’s Cooking Day
Sunday the 22nd of June 2008
***CANCELLED***
July
Eritrean Multi-Cultural Festival
Probably Sunday the 5th of July 2008
Annerley.
This is a wonderful and well-organised festival.
More details will be posted on the events egroup later in the year.
International Day
Probably Sunday 27th July 2008
10am
Logan Entertainment Centre
170 Wembley Rd. Logan Central
This is the day that we celebrate the contribution that intercountry adoption makes to Qld families and the community. This day reflects the ethnic and cultural heritage of our adopted children and showcases a multicultural Australia. The Tin-nish Ethiopian Dance Group will be performing.
More details will be posted on the events egroup later in the year.
August
Park and Ethiopian Restaurant
Sunday 17th of August 2008
Have a play at the park and/or lunch at the Ethiopian restaurant.
The park:
Date: Sunday 17th June
Time: 10am
Place: Moolabin Park Moorooka.
The park is between Vendale Road and Wharton Street. Park your car
on Vendale Road. The park has a playgroup but no toilet. If you go
up Koala Road which is directly across from the park and turn right
into Pampas Street you are at the Moorooka shops. It is less than a
kilometre and will take about 15 minutes to walk with children to the
restaurant but I think that most of us will drive up because of the
time.
The restaurant:
Date: Sunday 17th June
Time: 12:30pm
Place: Ethiopian African Restaurant, Shop 8, 173 Beaudesert Road,
Moorooka
RSVP Linda
BYO Alcohol.
It is at the end of an alley way. It is on the left hand side of
Beaudesert Road if you are headed towards the city. Prices are
inexpensive. The easiest parking is at the Woolworth's but you will
have a little walk. There is a bottle shop on the walk from
Woolworth's.
Bush Walk- Mt Cordeaux
Sunday the 31st August 2008
Bush walk to the top of Mount Cordeaux. See lyrebirds and scarlet-flowered giant spear lilies while the bell birds sing. There are spectacular views as well. This walk is part of the World Heritage listed Main Range National Park. It is a 6.8km return walk which takes about 2.5 hours. It is a Class 3 walk which means a reasonable level of fitness is required.
Meet at 10:30am at the Crest Car Park at Cunningham’s Gap. Many of us would call this the Cunningham's Gap picnic area at Cunningham’s Gap but the Crest Car Park is the correct name. It is the first right hand turn at the top of the gap coming from Brisbane. There is a turning lane. If you miss it (which is easily done) go on for a few kilometers where you will see a safe area to turn around in.
The gap is on the Cunningham Highway (Highway 15) between Fassifern/Aratula and Warwick. It is approximately 120km south-west of Brisbane and 50km east of Warwick. It will take approximately 1.5 hours from Brisbane. There is a map and information at www.exploroz.com/Places/16365/QLD/Cunninghams_Gap.aspx Coming from Brisbane you take the Cunningham Highway (15) exit off the Ipswich Motorway at Dinmore (just past Redbank) - Map 333 Gregory’s.
Bring:
- Your own drinking water.
- Morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch.
- Take warm clothing and raincoats, as rapid changes in temperature and weather are common. At this time of year the temperature range varies 9°C - 19°C.
- Hat and sunscreen.
- Please bring rubbish bags and take all recyclables and rubbish with you when you leave.
- Preferably use fuel or gas stoves, but if you do wish to use the barbecues provided, please bring your own wood or purchase it locally. Never collect wood from the park or roadside. Take care with fire, keep your fires below the grate and make sure your fire is out before you leave it, especially during hot or windy conditions.
- Bring your camera and binoculars for viewing wildlife.
More information about the park, the walk and a map www.epa.qld.gov.au/projects/park/index.cgi?parkid=94
www.epa.qld.gov.au/media/parks_and_forests/parks/maps/map_main_range.pdf
For those interested Stacey’s at the Gap can provide accommodation, hot dinner and hot breakfast for $65 per adult and $33 per child (3-12 years old). See more information at http://www.staceys.com.au/. Ring Stacey’s at the Gap on 4666-1240 to make a booking.
This activity was put together by Lisa specifically for the teenagers so it would be great to see some teens along. All other members are also most welcome.
September
Ethiopian New Year Celebration
Probably Saturday 13th September 2008
The communities will join to celebrate the New Year. The Tin-nish Ethiopian Dance Group will be performing.More details will be posted on the events egroup later in the year.
Waiting Parents Dinner
Saturday the 27th of September 2008
Time: 7pm
Ethiopian African Restaurant, Shop 8, 173 Beaudesert Road, Moorooka
BYO Alcohol.
It is at the end of an alley way. It is on the left hand side of Beaudesert Road if you are headed towards the city. Prices are inexpensive. The easiest parking is at the Woolworth's but you will have a little walk. There is a bottle shop on the walk from Woolworth’s.
RSVP: Linda
October
Qld Multicultural Festival
Probably Sunday the 12th October 2008
This is a fabulous festival run by the Queensland government. The website is http://www.premiers.qld.gov.au/multicultural/awardsevents/mcultural_festival/index.shtm
November/ December
Waiting Parents Dinner
Saturday the 1st of November 2008
Time: 7pm
RSVP: Linda
Ethiopian African Restaurant, Shop 8, 173 Beaudesert Road, Moorooka
BYO Alcohol.
It is at the end of an alley way. It is on the left hand side of Beaudesert Road if you are headed towards the city. Prices are inexpensive. The easiest parking is at the Woolworth's but you will have a little walk. There is a bottle shop on the walk from Woolworth’s.
The Tin-nish Dance Group Christmas Party
Christmas Performance for Parents and Grandparents and Extended family. Probably at Made In Africa
More details will be posted on the events egroup later in the year.
IAFQ/AACASA Christmas Party
Probably in late November or early December.
All adoption support groups.
More details will be posted on the events egroup later in the year
Ethiopian Community events for Qld
Note: for further information, and updates, please go to: website
5th April:
Ethiopian Theatre play for April 5th in Brisbane (its a Saturday night). The play will go for an hour and will be in Amharic but we will be selling Ethiopian food and it would be a good opportunity for anyone interested in meeting the local Ethiopian community to attend. There is also a famous Ethiopian singer called Bitsat who will be part of the show and them perform a couple of songs.
If you know anyone who might be interested, tell them to email me at this address and I can provide them with further information and arrange a booking.
Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 on the night.
Children under 12 are free but donation is appreciated. I have attached a synopsis for you to see and forward on.
AMROT
A Theatrical Show and LIVE Music Night!
If you've always dreamed of seeing a great Ethiopian theatrical show and a LIVE musical ensemble, then, check out AMROT.
The Story: An extremely wealthy and crafty 97 years old woman (Weyzero Denknesh) toys with her grand children as they circle about, waiting for their ill-deserved inheritance.
The plot thickens as the old woman who is expected to die comes back to their lives. Amrot has a lot of laugh out loud moments with some Ethio slang words for people who are into clever comedy with a slightly twisted mind.
It also gives us an opportunity to look into ourselves and our own set of values. It makes us introspect and re-prioritise our lives. Amrot brings back faith to people who have become cynical enough to believe that good does not beget good in return always. It raises our hopes and makes us feel good about being simple and honest with ourselves.’
You will be fascinated, touched and tickled, intrigued, moved and delighted by this stunning ALL-STAR show here in Brisbane.
Starring: Getahun Solomon, Shewanash Molla Tegegn, Mohammed Noray and Tigest Tilahun.
Written by: Zacharias Berhanu
Directed by: Shewanash Molla Tegegn
Music: The sensational Melaku Alemayehu.
Featuring the one and only Bitsat Seyoum!!!
Length: 70 min
Amharic: Amharic
Don’t miss out! Advance tickets are available at any Ethiopian restaurants and shops in Moorooka or at the venue.
July:
International Day
(more informaiton coming)
South Australian Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for South Australia)
Tasmanian Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for Tasmania)
Victorian Events
(for more information please contact the AACASA Representative for Victoria)
2008 AACASA VICTORIA SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Sunday 6th Jan Warrnambool BBQ/Picnic
11.30am Lake Pertobe, Pertobe Rd
email organiser – Nick Place
Sunday 20th Jan African Rhythms
(4pmonwards) Western plains Zoo, Werribee.
BYO Picnic dinner, blanket etc.
Great music, activities for children
Come earlier and tour the zoo
Food stalls available
Friday – Sunday 22-24th Feb
(Arrival - after tea dinks/ Out of Africa Camp
Nibbles on the deck) Lady Northcote Recreation Camp
Glenmore Rd Rowsley
email contact Mohya Davies
One Saturday March waiting parent’s dinner – date to be finalised
From 12pm email contact – Robin Scott
Sunday 6th April Rippleside Park picnic
(From 12pm) Bell Parade, Geelong BYO lunch
Sunday 4th May Autumn Picnic
(from 12pm) Jells Park Adventure Playground
Waverly Mel ways Map 71 K7
One night in July Cultural Presentation at the consulate
Details to be finalized
One night in August waiting parent’s dinner
Ethiopian restaurant
Details to be finalized
Saturday 13th September Ethiopian New Year- Detail to be finalized
Sunday 19th October Spring picnic -Hays Paddock, Longstaff Street, Kew
(From12 pm)
Sunday November 16th Ballarat Picnic- Wendouree Lake Ballarat
(from 11.30) BYO food or kiosk available
Sunday 16th November Mornington Picnic- Mornington Park
Schnapper point Dve. BYO, BBQ available
(From11.30am onwards)
Sunday December 7th Christmas Picnic Santa comes to Curtain Square Gardens,
Rathdowne Street, Carlton,
A dance class will be orgainised over winter for about 8-10 weeks on a Saturday. Details to be finalised.
Amharic classes available Saturdays 8.30am in Footscray - email contact Viv -
Western Australian Events
(please contact the AACASA Representative for Western Australia)
Ethiopian Holidays
For information about Ethiopian Festivals: Reference
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| 1 Jan | New Years Day - by Julian Calendar, 1 January For information on calendars in Ethiopian click here. |
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| 7 Jan | Genna Ethiopian Christmas: birth of Christ |
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| 19 Jan | Timkat Ethiopian Epiphany: baptism of Christ |
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| 2 Mar |
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| 6 Apr | Patriot's Day (Celebrates end of Italian occupation in 1941) |
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| 1 May | International Labour Day | ||
| May (variable) | Ethiopian Good Friday | ||
| May (variable) | Faskia (Ethiopian Easter Sunday) |
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| May (variable) | Idd al Fitr (end of month of fasting for Ramadan) |
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| August (variable) | Idd al Adha | ||
| 21 August | Buhe | ||
| 11 September | Enkutatash (Ethiopian New Year) |