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Raffle International Dinner 11-06-2009

regina ruzicka — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:47:43 GMT

Ladies , We need your help! Like you already certainly know ,on November 6th we�ll have our International Dinner . During this evening, as usual, we will have a raffle�. And this year again we would like to have some attractive lots�. Of course everything is welcome�.books, pottery , etc as usual But we would like to have some �gift cards� or vouchers or prices coming from stores, restaurants , hairdressers etc And this is here that YOU are needed We ...

free concert at heinz hall

catherine ch. — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:12:35 GMT

again a free concert at heinz hall it will be on sunday november 15 2009 at 7.00 pm magic mystery lawrence loh , c0-principal conductor paul dukas-fanfare from la peri claude debussy- prelude in the afternoon of a faune paul dukas- the sorcerer's apprentice edward algar- enigma variations pittsburgh youth symphony orchestra download yr FREE e-tickets at WWW.PYSO.US concert length is approximately two hours with intermission appropriate for school ...

INTERNATIONAL DINNER 11-06-2009

regina ruzicka — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:37:20 GMT

Hi Lady's,

the international dinner is in 1 week. Its $5 each adult and $3 for children.
You bring a dish for 12 people. Its a lot of fun. We will have a raffle. Bring family and friends.
It starts around 6pm.
Location is Church of Ascension, 4729 Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh.

For sign up see Nadina, Melody or Regina at the meeting or send a email to iwap.pittsburgh@gmail.com

cooking class's pics

martine kratz — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:07:34 GMT

It's nice to be able to see you at Katherine's cooking class, thanks to the photographer, Catherine , I presume as she isn't on the pics...You look fabulous all of you and the babies are wonderful.
Bisous. Martine

SIMMONS FARM TRIP

regina ruzicka — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 12:55:09 GMT

SIMMONS FARM TRIP- Saturday Oct. 24 11 A.M. This is an annual excursion for members of IWAP and their families. We always enjoy the Orchard ,picking apples from the trees; a "hayride" into the pumpkin fields,; beautiful Fall scenery;; the big indoor market with its lunch tables,and play equipment for children, plus a Bluegrass band in the afternoon. The cost is just for purchases made, except for the hayride which is $8. Details and driving directions to be given out at the Oct. 15 ...

The National Parks:America's Best Idea

Sheila — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:49:08 GMT

This PBS (channel 13) TV show is on for 4 more nights (9/28-10/2/2009) and is truly beautiful. It is the story of the national park system in the USA. It starts at 8 pm and continues for 2-2.5 hours each night).

Well worth seeing!

Tuesday September 22nd pitch n putt‏

regina ruzicka — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:12:44 GMT

North Park Par Three Ingomar Road off Route 19(yellow belt) 412-364-8090 www.northparkdr.com Tuesdays--Ladies day--$4.50 It's open at 10:00a.m. and closes at sunset We try to carpool. Be around 9am at the First Baptist Church, 159 Bellefield Ave. After our golf experience we have lunch at "TOMATO". For more information you can call Melody. 412-427-6645(cell#)

Start IWAP 2009/2010

regina ruzicka — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:19:26 GMT

Sept 10 Learn about IWAP and meet new and old friends
Sept 17 All about Pittsburgh - explore our great city and see what it has to offer
Sept 22 Picnic in North Park
Sept 24 Why is the G-20 coming to Pittsburgh? Pittsburgh's place in history.
Sept 30 Cooking class

Thursday September 24th NO MEETING

regina ruzicka — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:11:50 GMT

Hi Lady's

don't forget, next Thursday NO MEETING.
Because of G20!!!!!
Next meeting is Thursday October 1st.

Sincerely,

Regina.

Book Group Meeting 16 September

Yasmeen Ariff-Sayed — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:27:16 GMT

Ladies We finally get to discuss The Glass Castle: A Memoir. We will meet at Alicia's at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 16 September. Please RSVP Alicia (412 683 1691 or 412 916 2244) so she knows how many to expect. No need to bring anything, Alicia will be offering tea, coffee and something sweet. There is parking in the back and here's the address: 825 Morewood Avenue, Apt. H4, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15213 We are approaching the end of the list we put together at our first meeting, ...

interesting??

catherine ch. — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:27:23 GMT

didn't look a lot to this website but it could be very interesting for a lot of our members

http://www.expatexchange.com/

see you at one of the next meetings
catherine

laptops for registration

kateM — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:56:54 GMT

I look forward to seeing all of you in just a couple weeks when we start our regular meetings again. For the first two meetings, I'd like to have some laptops available for registration and our mailing list, would anyone be able to bring theirs in? Our registration form is in Microsoft Excel.
Thanks!

william arrived !!!

catherine ch. — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:29:24 GMT

you all remembered louise hanwell our english friend... ..i just received this morning a little email abt her from katherine.. congratulations to louise and marcus her husband( he was our santa claus this year at the Xmas party !!) catherine

Field trip to the biblical garden end of July or begin of August?

Susanne — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:09:40 GMT

Hello ladies, is somebody interested in seeing the biblical garden at the Rodef Shalom Congregation? Have a quick look at http://rodefshalom.org/who/garden/ If we are more than 8 people we would get a free guided tour and could also see the worship area of the temple which is very beautiful and very old. If so, I would have to make an appointment with the responsible person. If we are less than 8 people we could go to the, also guided, public tour on the 5th of August at 12:15. Maybe I ...

Hi Everybody!

Fred — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:12:11 GMT

Hello Everybody!! How are you??? I didn't give you news since......, I know... a longtime.But I know that Aurelie gave some news (Merci Aurelie!). So I was a little bit busy. I moved again but in the same area. We had a lot of problems with my last apartment but now is the past. We rent a house in the small village and Hanae like it much....she sleeps well! I can say now (around for one month) she did her nights. She 's growing well. She loves to play and start to say "da da da da", ...

Visit to the movie theatre?

Susanne — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:31:27 GMT

Hello ladies, is somebody up for open air movie night? There are a lot of new movies playing in different locations and they are all for free! I did this in Germany a lot and it was great fun. Here is the movie schedule http://pittsburgh.about.com/od/movies/p/cinema_park.htm for the different locations. Next week they are playing "Mamma mia" on Flagstaff Hill, Catherine! Hope we can make it to one of them, Susanne

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Picnic at my house on June 20, 2009

nadina — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:36:45 GMT

Hello everyone,

I'm looking forward to see many of you this Saturday for the end - of -the - year picnic. Please, if you can - call me before Saturday - so I know how many are coming (I want to make sure I have enough drinks, food and desserts). My cell no is : 716 - 316 - 8050 (I have it with me all the time) and my home number is 724 - 687 - 0168. My girls - Maria (13) and Jessica (11) can babysit - so bring your little ones! See you Saturday!
Nadina

THE PUBLICITY COMMITTEE

regina ruzicka — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:43:22 GMT

THE PUBLICITY COMMITTEE IS BEING FORMED AND I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY VOLUNTEERS WHO WOULD LIKE TO HELP--EITHER IN DESIGNING THE FLIERS, DISTRIBUTING, CALLING OR JUST HELPING COMPILE A LIST OF PLACES TO SEND PUBLICITY. I WOULD LIKE TO MEET BEFORE THE END OF JULY IN ORDER TO HAVE EVERYTHING IN PLACE MID AUGUST. I WOULD MOST APPRECIATE ANY IN PUT, ANY IDEAS, ANY SUGGESTIONS EVEN IF YOU CANNOT SERVE ON THE COMMITTEE. PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH ME: PHYLLIS DREYFUSS TELEPHONE: 412 802 6028 ...

Malaysian and Eritreans

Suha — Thu, 28 May 2009 17:07:26 GMT

Hello Beautiful Ladies,

I am new to this site, and I find it pretty helpful and useful too. I am originally from Malaysia, and would like to know if there are other Malaysians and Eritreans joining the org. It's sad that Birgit has left for Germany, she will be missed... What a sweet lady she is.

carpool to Nadina's Picnic

kateM — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:42:08 GMT

Hello everyone - I'm looking for a ride to Nadina's picnic - if you're heading up 279 we're about 5 minutes out of your way. Thanks!

beautiful pictures of your city

catherine ch. — Wed, 27 May 2009 20:02:03 GMT

here a link with really very beautiful pictures of Pittsburgh
enjoy!

catherine

http://pittsburghskyline.com/content/2007/01/07/pittsburgh-scenes-for-the-new-year/

the g20 in pittsburgh

catherine ch. — Fri, 29 May 2009 12:28:28 GMT

for the ex members who don't live in Pittsburgh anymoree are please to inform you that the G20 should be held in Pgh in september...a big honor for the city.. here the article of the pittsburgh post gazette!! City to host global leaders for G-20 summit in September Friday, May 29, 2009 By Ed Blazina and Rich Lord, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette A little more than two weeks ago, White House officials contacted Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato and other officials ...

Constantine & Pletcher Auction Outing June 1, 2009

Paula C. — Tue, 26 May 2009 17:27:13 GMT

Hi Everyone; It's six days away from our auction outing! We are meeting @ Sheila's house in Highland Park @ 3:30 Monday June l to form carpools. I will already be at the gallery waiting to greet you and orient you to the auction experience... SO if you signed up & are having a problem that day OR you are not coming call Sheila. Some things I would like you to know "BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT AUCTION" DO look up Constantine & Pletcher Auction on line. Click on catalog ...

Crispy almond cookie recipe

Shu-Chuan — Thu, 21 May 2009 17:39:05 GMT

Many people asked me about the almond cookies I brought to our last meeting on May 21. I post the recipe here. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me. This recipe will make 12-15 peices (palm size). Ingredients: 2 eggs white (egg size: large) 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup cake flour 1 or 1 1/2 cups almond slice (use as desired) **If you use extra large or jumbo eggs, change 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup. Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. ...

News from Aurelie

aurelie — Mon, 11 May 2009 14:49:48 GMT

Hi there everyone! I'm sorry I didn't give much news but you can always ask Catherine she follows my blog very often. My little boy Candide is now 3 months old, he plays a lot with his soft animals on his own, he laughs a lot with them, he also "speeks" So it gives me a lot of time for myself. I've been in Dijon France for now a year and I'm finally starting to make friends with young mum like me, and still go to my japanese cooking class. Its great! In september I will ...

free concerts in the park for this summer/read in the pittsburgh post gazette

catherine ch. — Thu, 07 May 2009 13:03:32 GMT

Hartwood, South Park announce concert lineups Wednesday, May 06, 2009 By Scott Mervis, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Alt-country stalwarts Steve Earle, Son Volt and the Old 97s highlight Allegheny County's summer concert seasons at South Park and Hartwood Acres. Along with such staples as the Pittsburgh Symphony, Pittsburgh Opera and Tamburitzans, the parks will play host to former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor, Irish folk-rocker Luka Bloom, classic-rock band Foghat and the legendary ...

Leaving the country in 2 weeks - belongings for sale!!

Birgit — Sun, 10 May 2009 23:57:40 GMT

Leaving the country in 2 weeks - belongings for sale!! I leave the country in 2 weeks and have still some belongings for sale. The big part is our car. - Audi A6 1997 for now only 2990$ - woman Kunnan Golf set with bag for now 60$ - JVC Stereo with 2 speaker - grill equipment - office stuff Please ask for more information and pictures: biwid@gmx.de or see post at craigslist: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/gms/1164981550.html

High School Exchange Students

Kirsten — Thu, 07 May 2009 02:50:39 GMT

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public indoor swimming pool

Haiyan — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 22:24:47 GMT

Hi ladies,

Me again...
Does anyone know where I can find a PUBLIC INDOOR swimming pool around and not too expensive? I know YMCA, Club 1 have it, but their membership are too expensive, you are forced to paid for using all the facilities, even if you are interested only in their pools...
Anyway, anyone has any ideas?

Thanks a lot, have a wonderful weekend!

Haiyan

English writing skills

Haiyan — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:14:28 GMT

Hi ladies,

I am wondering if any of you would know any place or anyone who can help me to improve my English writing skills.
Thank you!

Haiyan

Behind the scenes in the section of birds

Sheila — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:02:35 GMT

If I can arrange it, is anyone interested in having a behind the scenes tour of the section of birds at the Carnegie Museum?

Sheila

again ..a free concert in heinz hall on may 3rd 2009

catherine ch. — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:26:59 GMT

pittsburgh youth symphony orchestra presents MARY LOU: 4 SYMPHONIC MEMORIES OF MARY LOU WILLIAMS sunday may 3rd - 3.00 pm at heinz hall daniel meyer music director lawrence loh , co-principal director lana greenawald , harp soloist order FREE e tickets at WWW.PYSO.US. concert length approx 2 hrs with intermission appropriate for school age students and older general admission and open seating heinz hall 600 penn avenue pittsburgh pa 15222

No Meeting 04/09/2009

regina ruzicka — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:56:26 GMT

Hi Lady's,

DON'T FORGET, NO MEETING THIS THURSDAY!!!!!!!
Hope to see you Thursday 04/16/2009.

Happy Easter.

Regina.

lost sole?

kateM — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:28:33 GMT

did anybody lose a piece of their shoe this morning? There was a small rubber thing on the floor that looked like part of a shoe - if it's yours, let me know and I'll get it back to you.

Fabric Fair

kateM — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:27:17 GMT

This Saturday, April 4th, from 9 till 2 there will be an enormous fabric sale at the Home Economics building in South Park (try 2590 Buffalo Drive, Library PA in Google maps). Anyone who's interested in sewing or other crafts (They also sell yarn, knitting needles, upholstery supplies..) should definitely check it out!

Knitting Club

regina ruzicka — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:31:15 GMT

indian grocery

kateM — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:46:11 GMT

I'm looking for a place to buy Indian spices, and it would be great if I could find some paneer too - I know that Market District has some jars of sauce, but I would love to find a store that specializes in Indian food. It would be an added bonus if it's on a bus route. Any suggestions?

April Cooking Class

kathe — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:25:09 GMT

On Wednesday 29th April Marie will be demonstrating how to cook Hungarian dishes. I am sure that the food will be delicious and if you would like to join us please message me or sign up at one of our Thursday meetings.

Katherine

Thanks to everyone

martine kratz — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 11:07:08 GMT

What a day on Thursday ! Everything was fantastic !!!!!
I'll write more later because I must say that, right now, I'm pretty busy, busy.....packing !
See you on the web ! Love.

nothing new ?

martine kratz — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:56:32 GMT

Hi everyone !

I was looking for some news from Iwap....but...nothing ! Are you all gone ? No cooking class this month ?
Here, in the North-East of France winter's come back after a sunny week and it's a bit chilly right now but we hope to go down south next week and we might even have lunch outside every day !
I'll tell you more later.
Martine

aurelie's baby is born

catherine ch. — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:10:41 GMT

aurelie had a baby boy yesterday feb 12th he is born at 2.34 am(in france) 3.2 kgs/49 cm and his name is Candide! congratulations to the parents!!!! we hope to have some pictures to post on the website!!! catherine

February Cooking Class

kathe — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 23:27:55 GMT

Hi Everyone,

On 25th February we are having a cooking class. The chef will be Nadina and she will be cooking Romanian food for us. If you would like to come please sign up at the next meeting, call me or send me an e-mail.

Hope to see you all there.

Katherine

Knitting Club meeting

Susanne — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:30:47 GMT

Hello Ladies, since there were no meetings in the last two weeks, I try to evaluate here on the forum who is interested in joining the knitting club. We should try to find a date for the meeting. I propose to meet in my house for the first time and see how it's going, since our house is a bit on the small side For 6 to let's say 8 people it should be fine. Let me know what you think and what are good times for you. For me the mornings would be better, when my daughter is in preschool. Maybe ...

BOOk CLUB DISCUSSION GROUP

Cvetka — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:40:08 GMT

I hope many of you made the New Year resolution to spend more time reading. This is the opportunity! The IWAP book club discussion group will meet once a month. The first suggested meeting dates are on Wednesday, January 21st at 11am at Panera Bread on Center Ave. or on Thursday, January 22nd after the IWAP meeting. Please, let me know which date do you prefer. You can post it here or you can send me an e-mail (flora1@pitt.edu). Thanks, Cvetka

a free concert at heinz hall???

catherine ch. — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:20:55 GMT

on february 28th at 2.00 pm at heinz hall a free concert of the pittsburgh youth symphony orchestra " appalachian spring- three cornered hat -russian sailor's dance" daniel meyer, music director lawrence loh , c0-principal conductor see details and order your free e-tickets at www.pyso.us. (please bring a canned or boxed food item for the greater pittsburgh community food bank ) hope you will enjoy catherine

Steelers!!

Yi-Rung Chen — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:32:41 GMT

I am so excited that Steelers won!!
I had the terrible towel at hand yelling at friend's home.
I should bring more Steeler's products here!

Yi-Rung

Request from Tahereh

regina ruzicka — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:25:36 GMT

Hi ladies,

unfourtunaitly yeasterday after cooking class when i came back at home and saw myself in mirror i knew i have lost my necklace i don't know when ! anyway, would you please tomorrow , ask from ladies if someone has seen a necklace at street near the church or in the church (gold and silver)? maybe that is mine.
Thank you ,
Best regard
Tahereh,

French Cooking class Tomorrow, Wednesday 02/04/09

regina ruzicka — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 20:35:42 GMT

Hi lady's,

For the one who signed up for the French cooking class.

Don't forget the cooking class is Wednesday 02/04/2009(tomorrow).
It's starts at 09.30am.

See you tomorrow.

Meeting 02/05/2009 CRAFT

regina ruzicka — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 15:44:19 GMT

Hi ladies

A little reminder

This Thursday we have craft �we will decorate our wreaths for valentine

So don�t forget to bring your wreaths + some money for the decorations(2 $)

I still have a few wreaths for sale but not a lot��.

See you on Thursday

Catherine