This event is being organized by the AWARE Center to inform & provide our western expatriate community with access to the availability of social, recreational & volunteer-related opportunities throughout Kuwait. A variety of cultural items will also be available for purchase.

Entry is free. All are welcome! For further details contact info@aware.com.kw

Canadians in Kuwait (CiK) is hosting its annual Canadian Thanksgiving Dinner on October 10th at the Raddisson Blu’s Al Hashemi II Grand Ballroom.

CiK’s Canadian Thanksgiving Dinner is a family event that brings Canadians and non-Canadians together annually to experience this Canadian tradition here in Kuwait. Cocktails are served at 6:00 PM followed by dinner.

Tickets and additional information are available by emailing cik_communication@hotmail.com or calling 66981003.

Tickets cost 15KD for adults and 6KD for children 6-12 years.
Children under 5 are free.

This is an interesting seminar for new comers:

So, you have moved to Kuwait. Are you feeling disoriented, disgruntled or disillusioned? Are you experiencing “Culture Shock”? If so, you are not alone. If you or someone you know has experienced the uncertainty of an extended stay abroad, you may be dealing with the reality of “culture shock.” Is this a hackneyed, overdramatic term or a legitimate state of mind? This presentation shares the phases of culture shock and 10 essential keys to helping you cope with the stresses of relocation.

Linda earned a Doctorate in Educational Administration (EdD) with a concentration in Organizational Leadership at Columbia University as well as her BA and MS in Education at Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana. She has extensive experience in classroom teaching, has taught classes at the college level and has held the position of school administrator for over 15 years.

Date: Tuesday, September 13 2011
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Aware Center (Advocates for Western Arab Relations). Villa 84, Surra Street, block 3, Surra, Kuwait

For more information visit the seminar Facebook page [Here]

The AWARE Center continues to open its doors to many multicultural visitors to Kuwait with the goal of enhancing understanding, communications and promoting positive relations between Arabs and Westerners. Our Orientation program is designed for western expatriates and is free of charge.

If you are a new to Kuwait, please join us! Registration is now open. Please select one of the following dates:

Monday, 26 September 2011
Thursday, 29 September 2011
Monday, 03 October 2011
Thursday, 06 October 2011

Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location:: AWARE Center Dinner Buffet is included with our program

Please RSVP to: info@aware.com.kw

If you’re spending your first Ramadan in Kuwait then this seminar by the AWARE Center should be helpful:

Description: During the Holy month of Ramadan, many changes occur in Kuwait. Restaurants will change their working hours as will most workplaces and shopping malls. Traffic patterns also change and one may find their paperwork halted. There are laws and many tips that will help the western expatriate better understand the etiquette and rules associated with this month. Join us for a guideline of how to best experience the month of Ramadan with your Muslim neighbor and colleagues. Dr. Teresa holds her PhD in Information Science from the UK and is now assistant professor at Kuwait’s teachers college. She held the position as manager of the AWARE Center for three years and returns often to host presentations related to Arab and Islamic culture.

Date: July 26th, 2011
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Villa 84, Surra Street, Block 3, Surra Area

For more information you can call them on 25335280