MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN OF ISTANBUL May 2013
05 MAY 2013 MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNA TIONAL WOMEN OF IST ANBUL
Contents
IWI Board Information Board Letter IWI Regular Activities Neighbourhood Coffee Mornings Previous Activities Calender Programs Announcements Directory Other Groups & Associations Partner Offers Classified Ads Policies & Advertising
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SPONSORED ARTICLES
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Time Out Cornucopia
CHARITY
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Charity
LALE FEATURES
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Dance Dance Dance... How NOT To Live in Istanbul It’s Carnival Time! Pill Poppers Shaping Up For Summer Deniz’s Destiny in Turkish Coffee Reading
MUMS ‘N KIDS Helping Parents Of Children With Learning Disabilities How To Select The Right Book For Your Child
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IPWIN IPWIN
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the IWI OFFICE Every Wednesday, from 10.30am to 1pm, the office will be open and we encourage members and newcomers to drop in for a chat and a coffee. If you know of anyone new to Istanbul who would like to find out more about the IWI, then let them know we are open for questions every Wednesday between 10.30am and 1pm. The office address is: Adnan Saygun Cad., Öz Topuz Sok. Çamlıtepe Sitesi, No. 74 Blok C1 / D2 Ulus, Ortaköy. (Entrance to the Çamlıtepe Sitesi is opposite Ulus Park.) Map to the office is at the back of the magazine.
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Board Information
IWI Office Hours:
The IWI Board members 2012-2013
Wednesday from 10:30 AM till 1:00 PM
Address: Adnan Saygun Caddesi, Çamlıtepe Sitesi No:74 Blok C1 / D2 Ulus Ortaköy Istanbul – TURKEY Telephone: 0212 287 35 71 www.iwi-tr.org
Chairwoman
Suzy Kaluti
chairwoman@iwi-tr.org
Vice-Chairwoman
Esbie Van Heerden Ünsal
vicechairwoman@iwi-tr.org
Treasurer
POSITION AVAILABLE
treasury@iwi-tr.org
Secretary
Natalie Deutscher
secretary@iwi-tr.org
Office Manager
Karlygash Omurbayeva
officemanager@iwi-tr.org
Membership Secretary
Ayse Turgut Akcan
membership@iwi-tr.org
Dergi Adı/Magazine Name:
Events Coordinator
Simona Zini
events@iwi-tr.org
Lale, Monthly Programme of the International Women of Istanbul
Events Coordinator
Marine Boixiere
events@iwi-tr.org
Sponsorship Coordinator
Johanna Widholm
sponsorship@iwi-tr.org
Yayını Yapan/Publisher:
Lale
Charlotte Hesp
lale@iwi-tr.org
Advertising Coordinator
Rishya Mittal
advertising@iwi-tr.org
IWI International Women of Istanbul, Dernek Kod: 34-64/027
İrtibat Adresi/Address: Adnan Saygun Caddesi, Çamlıtepe Sitesi No:74 Blok C1 / D2 Ulus Ortaköy Istanbul – TURKEY
İmtiyaz Sahibi/Licensee:
Charity Coordinator
Nilgün Coruk
charity@iwi-tr.org
Programs Coordinator
Ambili Ramachandran
programs@iwi-tr.org
"Neighborhood Coffee Mornings Coordinator"
Nalini Narang
ncm@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Coordinator (Eur)
Hana Danon
newcomerseurope@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Coordinator (Eur)
Camelia Sagisman
newcomerseurope@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Coordinator (Asia)
Petra Gönenc
newcomersasia@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Programs
Ayse Yücel
newcomersprograms@iwi-tr.org
Mums n´Kids
Molly Grünberg
mumsnkids@iwi-tr.org
Suzanne Bruns Kaluti
IPWIN Coordinator
Lavinia Lorenzen
ipwin@iwi-tr.org
Adresi/Address:
IPWIN Coordinator
Katharina Omar
ipwin@iwi-tr.org
Badur Boğaziçi Evleri No. 3/5 Özden Sokak Nispetiye Caddesi Etiler, Istanbul Tel: 0212 287 45 57
Liaison Officer
Ebru Demirel
liaison@iwi-tr.org
Sorumlu Yazı İşleri Müdürü/ Responsible Editor: Laily Neyzi
Adresi/Address:
The Team members 2012-2013 Charity
Angela Kuzucu
angela@iwi-tr.org
Lale
Johanna Widholm
johanna@iwi-tr.org
Website
Esbie Van Heerden Ünsal
esbie@iwi-tr.org
Yayın Türü/Issue Type:
Programs
Sujata Das
reservations@iwi-tr.org
Yerel Süreli
Newcomers
Jo Bradley
newcomerseurope@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Programs
Kim Francis
newcomersprograms@iwi-tr.org
Neighborhood Coffee Mornings
Christina Türk
Book Club 1
Lesley Tahtakilic
Book Club 2
Mary Akgüner
Istanbul @ Night
Charlotte Hesp
istanbulatnight@iwi-tr.org
Istanbul@Night
Charlotte Hesp
istanbulatnight@iwi-tr.org
Kemerburgaz Mesa Evleri, Lavanta 7, D:9, 34075 Göktürk, Istanbul
Tasarım/Design: Marlet Advertising Studios www.marlet.com.tr +90 216 386 32 16
Matbaa/Printer: Marlet Print Solutions www.marlet.com.tr +90 216 386 32 16
Basım Tarihi:
Thanks to Erica Lynn Johnstone from Michigan, who works as a Design Director at Spring Design Partners in New York City for the cover photo of this issue.
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Board Letter
It ‘s time for our annual IWI Spring Charity Ball Dear IWI members,
Another
winter season has passed and we are now eagerly opening our arms wide to welcome in the spring. Spring means many things: flowers blooming, birds chirping, lush green trees and grass, lawnmowers and gardeners, long brisk walks and sipping tea at an outdoor café. For the IWI, it means it’s time for our annual Spring Charity Ball! The theme for the 2013 IWI Ball is Carnival! This magical evening will take place on Saturday, May 4th, at the historic Four Seasons Hotel in Sultanahmet, a Condé Nast Traveller award winner. The IWI Spring Ball promises to be an exotic evening of dinner, dancing, silent auction and many surprises all bursting with spectacular Carnival energy and exuberance! This fun-filled evening will start with cocktails at 7 pm, followed by a seated dinner with a flavorful menu that will make you want to dance the night away. A Latin jazz band, a special electrifying ambience, a new world energy in an old world setting plus exciting surprises! Please join us for this one-ofa-kind evening and have your opportunity to bring out the carnival colors in you! As you know, net proceeds from the ball will go to local charities. This year, we will be making donations to Bomonti-Little Sisters of the Poor, IZEV, Europa Donna, Mavi Kalem, Yöret Vakfi and our own Pink Angels at the SSK Hospital. The donations to the Bomonti Home for the Elderly will be used to help renovate and update their kitchen. IZEV’s donation will be used to support a swimming teacher and some monthly expenses for mentally handicapped children. We will assist Europa Donna in their endeavors to raise awareness about breast cancer. With our contribution we will be helping Mavi Kalem’s project which is a psychological support unit for children in the Balat area with the goal of increasing social interaction and self-expression skills of
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children. Yöret Vakfi’s summer art school will be supported with our contributions and their project aims to introduce children to many forms of art, enjoy social and cultural activities they would otherwise not have a chance to experience. Last, but not least, our Pink Angels, who run the play area at SSK Okmeydanı Hospital in Şişli for children suffering from leukemia, will receive a portion of our funds. Please feel free to contact the IWI charity coordinator for donations or questions about volunteer work. Our charity organizations can always use additional help and it is a rewarding experience. We are also always on the lookout for new projects so please contact our coordinator with your suggestions. By attending the Spring Ball on Saturday May 4th, you will be contributing towards many of the good causes that we support as a group. If you haven’t already done so, please buy your tickets soon because space is limited. In the event that you are unable to attend we are always pleased to accept your kind donation. Finally, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our volunteers, especially the Spring Ball Committee and Christmas Festival Events Team for their miraculous work and dedication. Also, to our individual volunteers who have brought many smiles to the less fortunate. We are counting on for your support monetarily and time-wise in the future!
Nilgün Çoruk IWI Charity Coordinator
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ART CLUB Experiment with your creativity. Are you an artist or craftsperson? The IWI welcomes workshops help by members. E-mail esbie@iwi-tr.org if you would like to share your talents with us!
BOOK CLUB The IWI has 2 Book Clubs running. E-mail Mary Akgüner at mary.akguner@gmail.com to become a member of Book Club 2. Leslie Tahtakiliç is the contact for Book Club 1 but it is currently over-subscribed.
IWI CHESS CLUB Once a month, IWI members will get the opportunity to learn to play chess or to improve their chess skills free of charge with Woman Chess Grand Master and 2006 European Champion Ekaterina Atalik. Children from the age of five are welcome. Reserve directly with Ekaterina at makacat@yandex.ru or 05336904782. In January chess meetıng wıll take place on the 20th at 5.00 pm.
IPWIN These informal get-togethers are an opportunity to meet other professional women to explore new ideas, share tips, information and to make new friends in a relaxed environment. Come for drinks or dinner – everyone is responsible for their own bill and pays for what they order. A space is reserved exclusively for IPWIN. Date: the first Wednesday of every month at 7 pm Venue: Gezi Hotel Bosphorus, Mete Cd. No 34, Taksim, www.gezibosphorus.com RSVP: ipwin@iwi-tr.org NEIGHBOURHOOD COFFEE MORNINGS Everyone is automatically a part of their Neighbourhood Coffee Mornings (NCMs) which meet on the second Wednesday of the month between 10:30 – 12:30. Please be on the lookout for e-mails from your area coordinator for the location of your NCM. For more information contact: Nalini Narang, Neighbourhood Coffee Mornings Coordinator at 0554 861 8058 or nalini@iwi-tr.org.
IWI TENNIS CLUB If you enjoy playing tennis please join our group. The IWI Tennis Group is now up and running and takes place at Torch Tennis in Tarabya. If you are interested in joining please contact Pervin with your name, telephone number and email address. Teams are based on skill level and we welcome all players from beginners to intermediate and advanced. Contact: pervinleenhouts@gmail.com
PHOTOGRAPHY The photo club is a group of international members whose skill levels vary from the very basic to semi-professional, but who all share the desire to capture the world in a photograph and to explore Istanbul while doing so. The group discussion includes all current event information, bi-weekly photo challenges, tips & tricks, and general photography topics. For more information, contact Jennifer Gürcüoğlu at photoclubofistanbul@gmail.com
OFFICE HOURS The IWI office hours are on Wednesdays from 10:30 - 1:00. Our new office is nice and bright and has a lovely garden. Feel free to drop in for a chat or if you have any questions. The address is: Ahmet Adnan Saygun Caddesi No 74, Çamlitepe Sitesi Block C1/D2, Ulus 34347. Telephone: 0212 287 3571 If you are interested in coordinating the Tennis or Movie Club, or are interested in forming a new club, please contact programs@iwi-tr.org
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Join the IWI Board & IWI Teams!
Do you want to meet people from all over the world and join a fun team? Do you want to sharpen your professional skills? Do you want to learn a completely new skill? Do you have some extra time on your hands? Do you have excellent people skills?
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f you answered yes to any of the questions above we have a place for you on the IWI board. Whether you would like to help a little or would like to play a more professional role, we would like to speak to you! We can offer you support in undertaking a new role and learning new skills. There is no need for you to have a gap in your CV and you can gain valuable experience while you are in Istanbul.
Please contact chairwoman@iwi-tr.org for more information.
Positions for the 2012/2013 season include: IWI Leadership:
Treasury/Finance:
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Motivation and management of a diverse team Planning and policy Liaison with members and local community
preparation of budget pre-accountıng managment of IWI daily financial affairs
Event Management:
Programs and Activities
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Christmas Festival team Spring Ball team
Creating exciting programs Neighbourhood coffee morning coordinators
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Café Meet in Alkent
Asian Coffee Mornings in Erenköy
Our popular bi-weekly meeting spot in Etiler welcomes you anytime between 12 noon and 2 pm for lunch, coffee and a friendly chat. Camellia, Jo and Hana, our newcomer coordinators, will be there to greet you with a smile and introduce you to the other members. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please note that we now regularly meet at CAFE CADDE in Erenköy. Meet new members, establish new friendships or renew existing ones in İstanbul. Please note that Cafe Cadde offers 10% discount and free coffee/tea for IWI members!
cel ? Are You a Newcomer announce that IWI members Ayşe Yü ch The IWI is happy tohold special programs for newcomers ea and Kim Francis will the calendar for details! month. Please check
Date
: See Calendar for details
Time
:
Venue
: Meet Café (Nunyo Café)
Cost
: Pay as you order
Meeting Place
: Tepecik Yolu, Alken Sitesi, Etiler
Reservations
: Not required
Contact Details
Camellia Sağışman 0532 236 97 55 : Hana Danon 0532 213 31 51 Jo Bradly 05385111948
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12 noon to 2pm (Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month – see calendar for details)
Date
:
See Calendar for details
Time
:
11am-1.30pm (every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month – see calendar for details
Venue
:
Cafe Cadde, Erenköy
Cost
:
Pay as you order
Meeting Place
:
Bağdat Caddesi, Cafe Cadde, Erenköy
Reservations
:
Not required
Contact details
:
Petra Gönenç 0532 275 42 19
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NEIGHBOURHOOD COFFEE MORNINGS Nalini Narang
AREA
NEIGHBORHOOD
COORDINATOR
PHONE
Area A
Etiler
Marilyn Milligan
05386180123
marilyn.milligan@bridge-tci.com
Area B
Tarabya
Debbie Sainte-Rose
05317691368
debbiesainterose@yahoo.com
Area C
Akatlar Ulus
Christina Turk
05322425716
christinaturk@tnn.net
Area D
Arnavutköy Bebek Rumeli Hisarı
Baltalimanı Maslak
Area Coordinator’s position vacant. Please contact Nalini Narang urgently.
Area E
Ortaköy Levazım
Balmumcu
Carmen Rosello
05376172993
croselman@hotmail.es
Area F
Beşiktaş Levent
Hana Moualla
05318747479
hanamoualla@hotmail.com
Area G
Nişantaşı Osmanbey Şişli/Fulya Gayretepe
Melisa Sunay Bereket
05323421326
melisa@netone.com.tr
Area H
Yeniköy İstinye
Hanne Knudsen
05337760611
knudsen_hanne@hotmail.com
Area I
Emirgan Sariyer
Dany Bosseler
05335426182
dbosseler@gmail.com
Area J
Zekiriyaköy Kilyos/ Uskumruköy
Julia Gunn
05335272728
juliagunn@hotmail.com
Area K
Kemer Göktürk
Fernanda E.Machado
05419619671
mora_fernanda@hotmail.com
Area L
Beyoğlu Taksim/Tünel Sultanahmet Harbiye Tepebaşı Fatih
Gümüşsuyu Eyüp Cihangir Topağacı Gaziosmanpaşa Kabataş
Melisa Sunay Bereket
05323421326
melisa@netone.com.tr
Area M
Maltepe Kadiköy Moda Üsküdar Ataşehir
artal K Ömerli Kandilli Polonezkoy
Lynn Nish Jan Grey
05342558913
lynnish@yahoo.com grays@ttmail.com
Area O
Ümraniye Çekmeköy Beykoz Çengelköy Anadolu Hisarı
Beylerbeyi Kanlıca Küçükyalı Salacak Tuzla
Valerie Çelebi
05322348282
valericelebi@superonline.com
Area P
Büyükçekmece Kücükçekmece Hadımköy Bakırköy Ataköy Yeşilköy Yeşilyurt Bahçeköy
Bahçelievler Güneşli Yenibosna Beylikdüzü Halkali Bahceşehir Bağcılar Esenyurt
Natalie Deutscher
05347872788
nvaatz@gmail.com
Area Y
Caddebostan Fenerbahçe Bostancı Erenköy Kalamış Suadiye
alideçeşme V Göztepe Bakkalköy Çiftehavuzlar Şaşkınbakkal Küçük Bakkalköy
These members are requested to attend their Newcomers Coffee mornings in Erenköy at Café Cadde every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
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Esentepe Tepebaşı Teşvikiye/Maçka
Büyükdere
Vaatz
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Previous activities Aspasia Israfil
A TRIP TO THE BAZAAR AS NATIVES A
yse organized a fun, well paced and exciting trip to the bazaar where we not only visited well known shops but also explored shops off the beaten path. In the maze of shops that exist in the bazaar in can be difficult to know where to start and where to avoid so that you do not end up paying over the odds. Invaluable insider information and there was something of interest for everyone! We learned where to go for evil eye jewelry, designer watches., traditional towels and Iznik ceramics. We of course shopped for handbags and scarves and had an informative lesson on rugs. Many are daunted by the prospect of where and how to buy a Turkish rug, knowing where to go and feeling far more informed meant many of use now have to confidence to buy that long-desired rug. We of course took a break at a comfortable restaurant serving home cooked food (pictured). As this was not a formal tour, we got to feel like natives and in a relaxed manner we explored every nook and cranny of the bazaar, for once did not get lost and had time to pursue our individual interests. We look forward to more excursions like this to enjoy and explore Istanbul.
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Previous activities
A Taste of Thailand
T
hai cuisine is internationally famous for being exotic, flavorful, and mouthwatering delicious!
Thai cuisine has a very rich history. It blends and harmonizes the elements of several South East Asian traditions and has been heavily influenced by Buddhist principles as well as Chinese, Indian, Japanese, French, and Portuguese cooking methods and ingredients. Despite the myriad of influences, Thai food preserves its unique and very characteristic flavor mainly because of the use of fresh local spices and ingredients, such as Thai holy basil, lemongrass, and galangal.
Known for its balance of five fundamental tastes - sour, sweet, salty, spicy, and bitter stepping into a Thai kitchen or indulging in a Thai meal is an explosion of the senses! You are enraptured by a variety of rich color, exotic aromas, and delectable tastes. Our first Thai cooking demonstration at Pera Thai was a huge success. Pera Thai is an Istanbul institution and is arguably the best Thai restaurant in the city. The restaurant has won many well-deserved awards and accolades throughout the years. We all loved the food and cannot wait to go back with our friends and family. Maybe we will even try recreating the dishes at home‌
Neval Gurcay alongside our lovely Thai chef Melissa Danyal were kind enough to meticulously select and demonstrate a truly authentic and delightful Thai menu that consisted of Tom Kha Gai soup, spicy beef salad, green curry beef with coconut milk, minced chicken with fresh basil, and fried rice with vegetables. Lovely ambiance, great company, and truly divine food! Thank you to Neval and Melissa for sharing your expertise and for your warm hospitality. Thank you also to Ayse for organizing the cooking demo.
Adriana Kattan -Yavuz
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Calendar / 2013 Programs Regular Activitices Mums’n Kids IPWIN National Holidays
ıwı chrıstmas festıval MAY
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday 1
Thursday 2
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
3
4
5
11
12
Alkent Coffee Morning 6
13
7
8
9
10
Asian Coffee Morning
IPWIN NCM
Photo Walk
Turkish Wines
14
15
16
17
18
19
Büyükada
Alkent Coffee Morning 23
24
25
26
Latin American Cooking 20
21
22
Ceramics
Asian Coffee Morning
Lunch at Kanaat
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28
29
30
Exploring Happiness
Spice Market Tour
Dealing with Conflict
JUNE
Monday
3
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
1
2
8
9
4
5
6
7
Asian Coffee Morning
Yoga for life
Alkent Coffee Morning
Bosphorus Cruise & Lunch
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Asian Coffee Morning
IPWIN
Alkent Coffee Morning
25
26
27
28
29
30
24
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programs PHOTO WALK /WORKSHOP
OUR CONTINUING JOURNEY WITH TURKISH WINES
It’s the season for exotic cuisines that pack some punch! This month, it is time to explore Thai cuisine. Based on the four flavours of hot, sweet, sour and salty, Thai cooking is all about balancing the harmony between these flavours So join us for a culinary experience you will not forget at one of the Inviting the visually oriented and the plain curious for a walk in the morning light! This is an IWI photography walk designed for, and open to everyone with a camera and curiosity, around the quickly changing Golden Horn neighbourhood of Fener/Balat. This old neighborhood on the Golden Horn is going through gentrification and by next year it will probably have a very different look. This is a chance to experience the original character of the area and witness these changes through the architecture, the many different faces of the people living there, the new cafes, old barber shops and many more aspects of this neighborhood’s ongoing changes…
It is spring going into summertime and what better way to prepare yourself for this happy time of the year than to do some wine tasting. Continuing with our travel through Turkish wines, we are tasting the colourful Chamlija wines this month.
Route Information - We will meet at 9:00am at the Eminönü port and walk over to the old neighbourhood of Fener, stroll through its hills and back streets and then continue on to Balat. The Greek Orthodox Patriarch church and a view from the elegant 19th century Greek boys’ school perched on the hill overlooking the Golden Horn will be the next stops. We then can go on to Eyüp in a taxi or bus and have a tea at the Pier Loti café and a boat ride back down the Golden Horn to Eminiönü.
This is a family owned winery, with the daughter herself creating the beautiful artwork on the bottle’s label, and we will be tasting their range of wines that definitely has something for everybody. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the wine of Turkey even if you don’t want to drink so early in the morning. Come and join us and meet the owners of Chamlija. Our wine tasting programs fill up surprisingly early so while the Programs Team prepares for this visit, over a glass of wine, you had better make your reservation right away!
Our guide, Monica Fritz, educated in Florence, Italy as a fine art photographer, has lived more than half of her life away from her native New York City. Monica has worked in fashion, portraiture and architecture photography and has exhibited her work in Paris, London and Milan. She has also produced and hosted TV shows for 6 News on neighbourhoods of the city and on Turkey and does restaurant reviews for the local English newspaper Please bring comfortable shoes and extra batteries for your camera. If you do not have a digital camera you can use a phone Date
: 9 May 2013, Thursday
Date
:
10 May 2013, Friday
Time
:
Venue
:
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Incirli Şaraphane Muallim Naci Caddesi No: 107 Kuruçeşme / İstanbul
Cost Maximum Participants
:
Reservations
:
Time
: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Meeting Point
: Ferry point at Eminönü
Cost
:
Maximum Participants
: 15
25TL + Cost of shared taxi. Refreshments are a personal cost.
Reservations
:
Deadline
: 6 May 2013, Monday
Person to contact
: Ambili Ramachandran
Deadline Person to contact
: :
Free 20 Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org 7 May 2013, Tuesday Sujata Das
Contact Details
: programs@iwi-tr.org
Contact Details
:
reservations@iwi-tr.org
Online at the website: www.iwitr.org or reservations@iwi-tr.org
:
Please note CANCELLATION of the attendance after the RESERVATION DEADLINE or NO SHOW is chargeable in full. For non-members the cost of this programme is an additional 20 TL.
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programs LATIN AMERICAN COOKING DEMONSTRATION & LUNCH AT LA PAZ
IWI DAY OUT ON BÜYÜKADA (THE PRINCE’S ISLANDS)
A newcomer to Tünel, La Paz (named after the Bolivian capital) was born out of engineer brothers/owners Alp and Erdem’s longlasting love of all things Latin American. Alp’s been doing salsa for years, while Erdem’s affinity for the culture dates back to his time in Argentina – which is also where he met and fell in love with a Spanish teacher named Alejandra.
To set foot on Büyükada Island, an hour’s ferry ride from Istanbul, is a place where time stands still. There are no skyscrapers here, no cars; only bicycles, horse-drawn buggies (called faytons), filigreed mansions and tile-roofed villas set amid flowery lanes and emerald hillsides that drop down to rugged beaches!
Covering a region that includes South and Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean, Latin America is expansive and diverse, but one thing is for certain, its food is robust, flavourful and always inventive. Recipes and techniques vary from region to region but there are common popular dishes on almost every Latin American dinner table tamales, arroz con pollo, plantanos and salsas. La Paz’s manager, Orkun Karaman, has invited IWI members to come and see how Latin American food is prepared and to then sample some of the wonderful dishes on offer. !Buen Provecho.... Menu Empanada Con Salsa Criolla from Argentina Aji de Gallina from Peru Ensalada de Ojo de Bifo con Mango from El Salvador Magdalena de Platano dessert from Ecuador Complimentary: A Glass of Wine & Latin American coffee
The IWI invites newcomers and long-time members to enjoy a fun filled day of fresh air and beauty at the largest of the Princes Islands, Büyükada. After arriving by ferry to the island, we will take a horse-drawn buggy excursion around the island....our choice of either a short or long tour around the island with beautiful scenery.....bring your cameras ladies! Those who are courageous enough and would like to walk up the hill to St. George Monastery (Aya Yorgi Monastery) can take part in the wonderful tradition of starting the walk up to the monastery with a spool of thread or string. By making a wish as you walk up and unwinding the spool of thread as you go, if you can make it to the top of the hill without the string breaking it is said that your wish will come true! So bring your spool of thread and good walking shoes to enjoy the breathtaking view that awaits you! (Note – the trip up to the monastery by vehicle can be arranged for the elderly and disabled at an extra cost of 5TL but must be booked in advance). After this we will choose a casual restaurant for lunch where usually beer, french fries and fried mussels on a stick are served and a choice of different mezes are very popular.
Date
:
13 May 2013, Monday
Date
:
15 May 2013, Wednesday
Time
:
12:00pm
Time
:
TBA on registration - all day event.
:
Outside Tünel – where the Taksim tram stops. La Paz Cafe Bar America Latina Ensiz Sokak 10/1 Beyoğlu.
Meeting Point
:
Cost
:
40 TL including gratuity (cash only)
Maximum Participants
:
15
Cost
:
Reservations
:
Online at the website: www.iwi-tr.org or reservations@iwi-tr.org
Reservations
:
Online at the website: www.iwi-tr.org.
Deadline
:
9 May 2013, Thursday (by 9am)
Deadline
:
13 May 2013, Monday
Person to contact
:
Ayşe Yücel
Person to contact Contact Details
: :
Ayşe Yücel aysegurleryucel@gmail.com
Meeting Venue
Place
Contact Details
aysegurleryucel@gmail.com
European side :Kabataş to Büyükada (direct) Asian side : Bostancı to Büyükada Ferry - approximately 5 TL Horse cart ride – 60 to 80 TL with 4 persons sharing Lunch - Individual cost
Please note CANCELLATION of the attendance after the RESERVATION DEADLINE or NO SHOW is chargeable in full. For non-members the cost of this programme is an additional 20 TL.
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programs CERAMICS STUDIO VISIT AND WORKSHOP
LUNCH AT KANAAT – TURKISH HOME COOKING AT IT’S BEST
It’s time to revive the “CREATIVE YOU”
It is said amongst the locals that “there are only two reasons to go to Üsküdar: the first reason is to experience the ferry ride over and the second is to experience the delicious food served at Kanaat Restaurant” one of the oldest establishments in Istanbul serving traditional Turkish / Ottoman cuisine.
Have you ever touched raw clay and created something out of it with your hands? Join us at Sahici, to explore the wonderful world of ceramics and where you can put your hands into the wet clay and make your own small pinch-pots. You will also gain insight, through the process of creation, into the wonderful artifacts that adorn their rooms. Sahici was founded by two ceramic artists, Yaprak Çika and Özen Gün and it is a platform that brings together new, unknown artists with established art enthusiasts. Both in the Arnavutköy shop and the online gallery (www.sahicist.com) there can be found many ceramic objects, paintings, photographs, jewelry and custom made accessories. Everything in Sahici is handmade and original and most pieces are unique one-of-a-kind items. Sahici also provides ceramics classes for adults and children at its studio in Arnavutköy where you can learn about clay, make your own pieces and live the delightful experience of creating something with your own hands. You can enter the world of ceramic art with hand-building, glazing and under glaze painting techniques and you can learn to make functional and decorative artistic ceramic objects.
So with the excellent review above.....the IWI invites you to join Ayşe at this glorious and traditional restaurant where many tasty local dishes are prepared to perfection. There is an abundant choice of many different dishes, hot and cold, to tickle the taste buds, not to mention desserts galore! Newcomers and long term members to the IWI are all welcome.
Date
: 22 May 2013, Wednesday
Time
: 11:30am Kanaat - Tembel Hacı Mehmet Mah., Selman-ı Pak Cad No:25, : Üsküdar, Telephone: 0216 341 5444 Beşiktaş motor ferry landing. Privately run small ferries depart every few minutes from a pier between Hanedan restaurant and the older Beşiktaş ferry landing : (the one with the lovely towers and tiles located behind the small tomb and large square with statue of Barbaros) Asian side Üsküdar motor ferry landing at 12:00pm
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Meeting Point Date
: 20 May 2013, Monday
Time
: 10:00am to 12:00noon
Venue
‘Sahici’ Beyazgül Cad. No 76 , : Arnavutköy Telephone -02122636399
Cost
: Free
Maximum Participants
: 10
Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details
Online at IWI website www.iwi-tr. : org or reservations@iwi-tr.org : 15 May 2013, Wednesday : Sujata Das reservations@iwi-tr.org
25 - 40TL (depending on your order)
Cost
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Maximum Participants
: 15
Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details
Online at the website: www.iwitr.org or reservations@iwi-tr.org 20 May 2013, Monday (by : 9:00am) Ayşe Yücel aysegurleryucel@gmail.com :
Please note CANCELLATION of the attendance after the RESERVATION DEADLINE or NO SHOW is chargeable in full. For non-members the cost of this programme is an additional 20 TL.
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programs EXPLORING HAPPINESS
IWI TOUR OF MISIR CARŞISI (Spice Market)
This is a workshop to explore happiness and what it means to you. We will also uncover some universal truths about happiness and learn about how happiness can change depending where you come from. Many people know about optimists and pessimists but did you know that you can change? Yes, happiness can be learned!
It is mind-boggling to think that life and trade have been bustling under the high domed roof of the Istanbul Spice Market for the past 350 years. A few centuries ago it was a marketplace for goods brought from Egypt, hence the other name of the market – Egyptian Bazaar!
By better understanding the role we ourselves play in our happiness we can find it more often and in places we wouldn’t have expected. Working in a group gives us the opportunity to share experiences and learn from each other when it comes to happiness. You will develop more self awareness about how your feelings change and also learn how your past can affect your happiness today.
The IWI invites you to stroll through the market with Ayse! This is the best place to pick up dried fruits and nuts, spices, olives, Turkish delight, oils and the some of the finest essences. One of the stalls we will be visiting belongs to Bilge Kadioğlu of Ucuzcular, who is the fifth generation running the family business and one of the only females running a business in the Spice Bazaar!
The workshop is facilitated by our long term member and life coach, Derryn Snowdon. Derryn is a certified and accredited Life Coach and last year shifted her work focus to Life Coaching for Healthy Living – which definitely contains Happiness :)
Ayşe has offered to take us along some of the interesting back streets of the Spice Bazaar where you can most probably find everything under the sun and more! Lunch may be an option at Hamdi, a famous restaurant overlooking the Golden Horn or elsewhere.
Date
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29 May 2013, Wednesday
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31 May 2013, Friday
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10:30 am In front of Spice Bazaar at Eminönü Free; lunch at Hamdi about 35 TL Online at IWI website:www.iwi-tr. org 29 May 2013, Wednesday (by 9:00am) Ayşe Yücel aysegurleryucel@gmail.com
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10:00 am to 12:00 noon
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IWI office at Ulus
Cost
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Free
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15
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Online at the website: www.iwitr.org or reservations@iwi-tr.org
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Deadline
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24 May 2013, Monday
Deadline
:
Person to contact
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Ambili Ramachandran
Person to contact Contact Details
: :
Contact Details
programs@iwi-tr.org
Please note CANCELLATION of the attendance after the RESERVATION DEADLINE or NO SHOW is chargeable in full. For non-members the cost of this programme is an additional 20 TL.
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programs BOSPHORUS BOAT CRUISE and LUNCH AT ANADOLU KAVAGI – YOROS CASTLE
IWI SUMMER LUNCH
How about sharing a wonderful day with other IWI members on a Full Bosphorus Cruise? The boat leaves from Kabataş at 11:15am and from Beşiktaş at 11:30am and journeys up the beautiful Bosphorus to Anadolu Kavagi, a little town on the Asian side situated higher up the Bosphorus towards the Black Sea. The tour allows for about 3 hours of exploring Anadolu and Yoros Castle followed by a delicious lunch at Baba’s Fish Restaurant.
Join us for the annual IWI Summer lunch to mark the end of a successful IWI season and celebrate the summer, taking place on Wednesday 12th of June at Kydonia restaurant in Kurucesme. This relative new comer to the Istanbul scene, has long been a favourite in Alicatli, where it has been established for some time. Serving a fusion of food from the Agean region, the flavours are familiar yet full of surprise! Apart from the impressive range of mezzes on offer, as well as the delicious fresh fish, Kydonia enjoys enviable views of the Bosphorus. Catch up with friends before they disappear to the coast, meet new people and enjoy the beautiful setting.
Join us on this Full Bosphorus Cruise with an over 3 hour stop in an authentic fishing village on the Bosphorus. Anadolu Kavagi is a picturesque, quaint and peaceful town with its two-storey houses and town square covered with cobblestone pavements where you can find fish restaurants one after another. We have just over 3 hours of exploring the surrounds and a walk or a taxi can be taken up to the historical Yoros Castle belonging to the Roman period. From the top you get a wonderful birds-eye view of breathtaking and panaromic views of the Bosphorus below...... don’t forget the cameras ladies and good walking shoes for the ones who want to walk!
We look forward to seeing you and your friends for out annual summer lunch!
After a wonderful day spent exploring the boat will leave Anadolu Kavagi at 4:00pm.
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Venue
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7 June 2013, Friday
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Boat leaves from Kabataş at 11:15am and Beşiktaş at 11:30am; hop on the boat at either Kabataş or Beşiktaş Dentur Avrasya at the sea port!
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12 June, 2013, Wednesday
Anadolu Kavagi
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15TL for the boat trip and 45 TL for lunch (see below) aba Restaurant Menu: calamari, fried mussels, salad, french fries, fish of your choice based on what is available, dessert, 1 glass of beer, wine or soda. Online on the website:www.iwitr.org or reservation@iwi-tr.org 4 June 2013, Tuesday (by 9:00am) Ayşe Yücel aysegurleryucel@gmail.com
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11.30am Kydonia, Muallim Naci Caddesi 107, Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş 85TL for IWI Members, 95TL for guests Online at www.iwi-tr.org or email programs@iwi-tr.org; please indicate the number of guests and if you require a vegetarian option 7 June, 2013, Friday Ambili Ramachandran programs@iwi-tr.org
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Please note CANCELLATION of the attendance after the RESERVATION DEADLINE or NO SHOW is chargeable in full. For non-members the cost of this programme is an additional 20 TL.
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CHARITY
Mavi Kalem Social Assistance & Charity Association Balat/Istanbul Mavi Kalem has many projects which need some financial and material support. The IWI (International Women of Istanbul) has been one of our significant supporters for the past ten years. They have been the primary source of funding for many of our projects; • • • • • • • •
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avi Kalem was established in 2000 by a group of volunteers and since then hundreds of women and children have benefitted from their social programs. Some training is done for both women and children in the association’s building which has been in the Fener region since 2002. The content of the training sessions is shaped by the demands of local children, teens and women and also by the abilities of our volunteers. Before mentioning the works of Mavi Kalem, the aims of it should be mentioned which are on the local side, such as: supporting women, teens and children in empowerment and personal development, the creation of a social space for different ethnic groups, developing alternative teaching and learning areas, supporting social participation at international levels, spreading knowledge and awareness of women’s rights, women’s health and women’s health rights, supporting civil participation of youth, creating opportunities for our youth to experience national and international voluntary work, giving Mavi Kalem volunteers the opportunity for an international learning experience and spreading knowledge about disaster management and development work. The training sessions are based on the children’s age level. There are math, Turkish, English and Italian courses for children and teens between the ages of 9 -18. The educational support is provided for 100-110 students per year. Also, there are drama courses and a “Social Club” which aims to provide some general cultural information with a wide spectrum about health, diet, and some geography lessons. Beside these, there is a special course which aims to bring communication skills and behavior to children who have social problems. Mavi Kalem is an association which also has common collaborations with other associations, both at local and international levels, promoting women’s issues on various subjects such as health and health rights, women’s civil rights, daily life issues about psychology health (psychological wellbeing, communication with children and with spouses etc. through a Women’s Consulting Spot located in Fener in order to make them more social). The association bases their work on the demographic and social survey studies which were done prior in order to have a better understanding of the Fener-Balat profile. These surveys and target group studies, which were about women’s social skills, health issues and domestic violence, have helped to determine Mavi Kalem’s programs for women.
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Children Education Programme Domestic Violence Awareness Project Our Bodies, Our Selves The World from Children’s Eyes Project Computer Room Fener Women Consulting Spot Violence Against Women Field Project Girl’s Club
In addition to these studies, there is “Girl’s Club” project which was started in March of 2012 and funded by IWI. This project was formed for girl students in order to create for them an intimate space to gather, to raise their awareness about women related issues, to inform them about women rights, and to develop their self-esteem in society. This project will continue with Mavi Kalem volunteers until April 2013. Mavi Kalem continues working on Art Therapy in 2013. Aside from this, Mavi Kalem continues to publish and distribute Zühre Women's Health and Health Rights magazine since 2007. The magazine is being distributed to 300 different women's spot across the country. Mavi Kalem will be on the lookout for funding to be able to keep publishing Zühre Magazine in 2013. We noticed as an outcome of the Women's Psychological Support Program we implemented in 2012 that women need to stand together because, even if they come from different ethnical, religious or traditional backgrounds, their basic problems are the same. They identified similar needs for their children as they were benefiting from the psychological support our program provided. In addition, through Mavi Kalem's 11 years of experience with the children of this area we can clearly say the children have greatly benefit from such a psychological support program. In 2013 we have our support program planned and ready for implementation and we are and will be looking for funding to implement this program. Mavi Kalem’s primary aim is to create awareness among children and women, to bring variety and experiences into their lives. Mavi Kalem is open to new volunteers and financial supporters.
To volunteer: www.mavikalem.org E-mail: mavikalem@mavikalem.org Phone: 0212 534 4133 GSM : (+90) 537 334 3368
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IWI Summer lunch Wednesday 12th of June at 11:30 am. IWI member: 85 TL Guests: 95 TL Please RSVP by Friday June 7th to programs@iwi-tr.org
Kydonia Restaurant Muallim Naci Cad. Öksüz Çocuk Sok. No:7 Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş For information and reservations: www.iwi-tr.org | programs@iwi-tr.org
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.. ABOUT YoRET FOUNDATION
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he Foundation for the Advancement of Counseling in Education was founded in 1972, in Istanbul. Our mission is to contribute to the advancement of society by empowering counselors through educational and service projects enhancing the development of children and youth. Our objectives are to provide a broad range of educational and psycho-social services, to raise professional counseling standards in order to support personal and professional growth at all levels, to contribute to the enhancement of counseling services at all educational levels in Turkey. We are working with the Ministry of Education, Prime Ministry Department of Social Services, National and International NGO’s, consulates, municipalities. Our areas of work are training & capacity building, publications, services, support for university students, advocacy and awareness (International and national projects, trainings etc.). Past & Present Projects: »» »» »» »» »» »»
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Training Adults in Communication Skills (COMSKIP / EIE) Crisis Management in Schools (CMS / OKAPDR) Give support to University Students (SUS / YÖDEP) Educational Activities and Training Programs Professional Ethics Project (PEP / YÖMEP) Counseling Services in Higher Education (COSHE / YÖKREP) Summer Day Camp Preventing Social Exclusion and Discrimination (SED / SODA) Community Leadership Project (TULİP) Peer Support Project at the Schools of Istanbul (YAKDAP) Project to Develop an Awareness of Children’s Rights (PRO-CHILD / ÇOHAP) Violence Prevention and Crisis Management (SİBAP) Vocational Counseling Project (MESREP) Peace through the Arts Project (BİS) Non Violent Communication (NVC) From Peaceful School to Communial Peace (BOTB) School-Family Cooperation in Training The Mentally Handicapped (AAP) Career Guidance at Schools
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ince 2006 The SMART Project is repeated every year in June and July in various districts of Istanbul and the IWI (International Women of Istanbul) has been a continious supporter of this project. The objective of this project is to develop arts programs for students that are at risk in primary schools. The goal is to use the art projects as a means to teach creative expression and encourage non violent communicaton. The group leaders are counseling students from local universities and every year 25 university students receive leadership training skills while working under supervision to try to reach at-risk children. The project provides a hands on, supervised experience for prospective counselors while offering a growth experience for at-risk children and their families. Under the leadership of these students and their supervisors the project reaches 400 -500 children every year. The student leaders present their projects to hundreds of students at professional follow up meetings. Puppet Activities: We made puppets together with children to bring out their creative abilities.. Music Activities: We focused on coordination, listening, concentration, movement, vocal, and lyrics exercises. We present improvised choreographies. Drama Activities: We looked for ways to be happy and found it in dramatic activities such as awareness, self discription, and object imitation. Field-Trip Activities: We visited TURMEPA, Deniztemiz Derneği Sualtı Atık Sergisi(CleanSea Associations’s Underwater Waste Exhibition), attended workshops and also visited the Darıca Zoo. Peace Activities: We played games to enhance our attitudes for peace culture and peaceful conflict resolutions. Our Games: We played many games both educational and enjoyable. We helped children to be aware of many important things such as sharing, patience, friendship, turn taking. At the program’s closing ceremony we gave certificates of success to our students and expressed our wishes to be together again in future projects.
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IPWIN
Working across cultures and generations Latest IPWIN activities and what to put in your diary...
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very interactive "Cross Cultural Discussion” took place on our first event in March, the 1st Wednesday of the month. Our guest speaker Jessica Sunduvac, freelancer for IHA News and other magazines, introduced us to the concept of monochronic versus polychronic cultures. During this well attended event at the Café Saray Muhallebicisi in Cevahir shopping mall in Şişli we addressed several questions on why people from different cultures behave certain ways: What values are hidden behind their actions? How do they rationalize? Can some cultures multi task better than others? Which one do you belong to? What matters to you in crosscultural work relationships or in personal relationships? What have you noticed living here or in another country? What personal incidents made you re-think your own cultural values?
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On March 20th, we learned about “GENERATION Y in the workplace”. Leyla Spencer, Managing Director of Kienbaum Consulting led this workshop. She shared her expertise about topics regarding the current fast growing generation. This workshop gave the attendees deeper insights about where exactly the differences between generation X and Y lie, what attitudes these have towards life and the work environment, the problems that could arise from the different generational childhood-backgrounds and how to manage this best in the workplace. The second IPWIN Business Fair will take place on April 17th. As it was such a great success in 2012 we wanted to offer our members this unique networking chance for this year again. Many guests had the opportunity to raise their customers’ awareness for their services in Istanbul and found potential business partners. Likewise, our members used this potential to exchange within the IPWIN network as well as to present new business ideas, to discuss and get both feedback and inspiration.
For the month of May and June, we have planned the following events for you: May 8th at 7 pm – the subject of the evening will be soon be announced by e-mail May 27th at 7 pm – How to deal with conflicts June 5th at 7 pm – “Classical Kaula 'Tantra' Yoga - a holistic, healthy & happy life culture" June 19th at 7 pm – the subject of the evening will be soon be announced by e-mail Please look out for our emails on further details, sign up or contact us for any questions on ipwin@iwi-tr.org. If you have ideas for events or would like to host your own event for IPWIN or if you are interested in joining the IPWIN coordination team, please let us know! We are looking forward to seeing as many of you at our exciting spring summer season networking events. Please note that these are the last events before the IPWIN summer break so do not miss them!
Kind regards Lavinia Lorenzen Katharina Omar IPWIN Coordinators
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free time Luis is a big rugby enthusiast and member of the Istanbul Ottomans. He and Gülseren also run a rugby school for children called the Istanbul Rugby Center.
La Descarga is a truly international band. Born from a Columbian dancer mother and a Cuban musician father, Luis Ernesto Gomez grew up in Paris. His father is one of the pioneers of salsa and Cuban music in France. Luis studied with Changuito and Tata Guines. Since 1986, he has been playing tumba in countless salsa and Latin jazz bands. His stage career started at the age of 16, accompanying Mayra Valdes Irakere. He started performing with the band of Rembert Egues, the Cuban musician, at “Les Trois Mailletz” Jazz Club in Paris. He accompanied many famous musicians with his tumba at this venue where he became art director.
After moving to Turkey, Gülseren and Luis formed in Istanbul their own and unique salsa Latin jazz big band : “Luis Ernesto Gomez - Gülseren & LA DESCARGA”. Their album KUMBYA TURKA is an elegant mix of two music styles : Kumbya and Turkish music both of which originates from the coast. This unique mix can be observed in the melodies, songs, harmonic schemes, and lyrics of the works of the group. Established by Gülseren and Luis Ernesto GOMEZ, a project was also formed, KUMBYA TURKA, which is an orchestra consisting of wind copper instruments and percussions reinforcing the strong Latin rhythm around the powerful voice of Gülseren. It is a solid bridge between the West and the East, Turkey and Colombia. Kumbya is a traditional, national dance and music representing Colombia - the extraordinary fusion of Colombian and Turkish music rhythms! This cultural project is also supported by The Colombian Consulate in Turkey and The Turkish Consulate in Colombia. Luis Ernesto and Gülseren GOMEZ have just launched their new album ACHILIPU ÇILI BOM and we will no doubt be delighted by and dance along to its catchy tunes at the IWI Spring Ball 2013!
ay 4th with Luis Ernesto Gomez and Gülseren Gomez: & La Descarga
On May the 4th you will have the chance to see one of the hottest bands in Istanbul in action at the IWI Spring Ball. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for a carnival “Achilipu Çili bom” – a wonderful synthesis of lively Latin music with some local sounds.
In 1998, Luis and his wife, Gülseren Yıldırım Gomez, famous singer, percussionist (darbuka) and dancer, represented Turkey at the 2005 Eurovision Song Contest. Encouraged by their interest in world music and cultural exchange they introduced the first Salsa Turca group in Paris. Since 2005, Gülseren and Luis have been singing and playing with her own band in Turkey and different countries: Hungary, Poland, Colombia, France, England, Italy, Russia, Spain, The UA and many more. Gülseren has already produced and sung in albums - namely Vents d'Est; Gülseren, Turkish Groove and Kumbiya Turka. Luis and Gülseren have a 6 month old and in his
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If you would like to contact the band or learn more about them:
SESPROD LTD STI TEL 0212 241 33 27 backincom@msn.com www.sesprod.com
LALE Features Elizabeth Kielich
L U B N A T S I N I E V I L O T T E O K N A M W L O L I H W T A R E H I T S S A P E I L T U B N OR 5 A T S I N I G N I V I V SUR Most readers are probably well established in Istanbul and these tips will generally not apply; however, for the few new comers this may catch, I hope they can learn from the fairly big mistakes I made when I arrived in Istanbul. Most expats would say that learning to live here is a process and I hope to make yours an easier than mine.
1. Live on the same side of the Bosphorus- where you work or look at all the transportation options FIRST, then choose an apartment.
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ou’ve got to hand it to them – the Istanbullus are tough people. They put up with some of the worst traffic in the world. They bottleneck themselves daily on two tiny bridges to haul themselves from one side to the other. The lucky few living and working close to the “metrobus” are just that: the lucky few. My idea would be to live just a short walk away from the ferry in Kadikoy, but I know the reality would never match my fantasies – who doesn’t fantasize about crossing the Bosphorus every day, wind in her hair, sunshine, dolphins swimming playfully along side the boat. Those days do happen, but they are few and far between. Get your work settled and then find a way to live as close as possible, even if your apartment may be less than desirable.
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To be honest, when I arrived here, I was ready for a real, adult apartment. I wanted more than one room. I wanted a bathroom I could actually sit down in and not have my knees touch the wall. I wanted a kitchen that actually had counter space instead of having to use a plastic container that only came up to mid-thigh height to cut my vegetables – all problems in my last apartment. When my roommate and I discovered ‘The Apartment’, I was really blown over by the crown moulding. This is it, I whispered to myself. I asked about the buses: three went by the bus stops near the building. I thought that would be plenty. I was dead wrong. The first six months I lived there, I spent hours waiting for busses to come by. The most infuriating part of my day was waiting for the ferry to dock, to run to miss my bus that had departed only moments earlier and to discover that the next bus was in an hour. So I would sit. And wait. I’ll never forget the day I waited for an hour and a half. Eventually, I grew brave enough to walk to the minibuses and try my luck there. Speaking no Turkish and terrified of getting on the wrong minibus and being lost in Istanbul was a daily fear. Even once I knew where to go and what to say and how much money it was, the nervous tension I struggled with on the commute every day left me a zombie. I had no free time to make friends since I was so busy commuting.
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2. How not to be alone - Don’t join a bunch of expat groups on the Internet and never go to meetings.
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iving on the Asian side and needing a minimum of an hour and fifteen minutes to get to Taksim on a Saturday night didn’t make me very keen to go out often. When I finally joined a theatre troupe, I found the 10am rehearsals on Saturday mornings a horrific wake up call. Living so deep in the Asian side, with weekend bus service is more infrequent made going to the group meetings at 7 or 8pm in Taksim or Levent a nightmare. Once I conquered all the transportation fears, I added more groups to my stockpiles, sadly, I have yet to make it to a second meeting. I’ve tried most of the groups out there, but haven’t found my special niche of expats. I figure I have to keep trying group after group after group to find the people with similar interests. Perhaps the answer is to start my own. My colleagues are not really an option; they are kind but not friendly, leaving a gaping hole in an area where most adults would say the majority of their friends come from. Making friends in Istanbul is hard; however, don’t get down about it. It takes time in Istanbul. Then, before you know it, a friend of a friend will turn into more than just a friend.
3. Get a boyfriend or girlfriend - How to make sure you really don’t meet anyone else.
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ow, there’s a lot of room here to volley about if this is a good or bad idea, but let me put it this way. Make your friends first, then get a partner. Love always strikes when we’re not looking for it. I can definitely say that was my case. Would I like to change the way things are? Sometimes, yes. Six months into my stay, a mutual friend introduced me to my current boyfriend. I wasn’t looking for love at the time. The only problem? I still haven’t made many friends. Suddenly, I spend every moment of free time with this man. Now, a year into my life here, I have done many great things with my boyfriend, but there are times I wish we had taken it more slowly and come to be a couple later, so I could have spent more weekends trying out different expat groups. Life is good though, and I know I shouldn’t complain.
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LALE Features 4. Complaining - Getting through Culture Shock
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urkey is the fourth country I’ve lived in and I’ve had the hardest time adapting to life here – it’s been more difficult than living in Asia. These difficulties are a disappointment to me because every person I’ve ever known to have lived in Istanbul described it as the best life they’ve ever had. What am I doing wrong, then? If you’ve read the above, you know. I did everything the hard way. It made me a stronger person. I am capable of getting to almost anywhere in Istanbul now without much fear, but it also took a toll on my relationships. I tweeted every negative thought that entered my head. I told people I used Twitter as a place to complain: I warned them: this will get ugly. It did. It was the only coping strategy I had. I didn’t want to complain too much to my Turkish roommate. No one likes to hear complaints about their country.
I can attest to that. However, I have not been able to build a support network which would allow me to not only have fun but to have a place to share my horrible day stories. Now, I write the tweet, but I don’t send it. I’m getting through my culture shock and difficult times without insulting too many people. I hope.
Orhantepe Mh. Orhangazi Cd. No: 110 Dragos, Istanbul 34865 Telephone: 90 216 370 49 20 Fax: 90 216 370 49 22
LALE Features 5. Don’t rely on anyone else - How to stop blaming everyone but yourself
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’d say the toughest part of being an expat in Istanbul is building yourself up to be strong. If you haven’t got a good imagination and the ability to kill time on your own, you’re going to have a bad time. Istanbul can be a lonely place. It’s a good place to get to know yourself and your strengths and weaknesses. Waiting for someone to introduce you to groups, people, places to go is like waiting for Godot: that person is probably never going to show up. Istanbul is a place that requires ambition, guts, patience, and time. I didn’t feel I loved Istanbul at all until my 11th month here. This was after I returned from Egypt and I looked around and said, wow, in perspective, it really isn’t so bad here. The trouble with Istanbul is that everyone is busy. If you’re a working woman in this town, your job drains the majority of your time. I was shocked to see so many people out on weekday nights meeting friends for dinner or coffee. They do it because weekends are packed. Free time is a myth here. I’m fighting hard to break my old routines that say no wine on week nights. The only problem? After the first glass of wine around 6:30pm, I’m pretty much ready to pull the covers over my head and sleep. Is it just me?
How does everyone else cope? That’s something I’d like to know. Maybe I can even start a new Facebook group: How to stay awake past 7pm or How to cope with life on two continents.
Orhantepe Mh. Orhangazi Cd. No 110 Dragos, Istanbul 34865 Telephone: 90 216 370 49 20 Fax: 90 216 370 49 22
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arnivals are celebrated all over the world and soon will be arriving here in Istanbul, with our carnival themed Spring Ball. But where does this global tradition come from and what is it all about? Many trace the origins of the carnival to Christian times, a way of giving thanks through extravagant community celebrations, before the time of modesty during Lent. This is one of the most significant periods in the Christian calendar when everyone is expected to abstain from bodily pleasures, parties, celebrations, rich foods and excess. There are also suggestions that carnivals were already taking place in pre-Christian times, with evidence of ancient Roman and Greek festivals, as well as similar practices in folk culture further afield. In
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fact, it is hard not to find some tradition of celebration that bears the hallmarks of a carnival in many a country’s history. The famous Rio Carnival traces its roots back not only to Christian celebrations, but to the Romans, Greeks, Africans and Amerindians, reflecting the diverse cultures influencing its history. Many modern day carnivals are now divorced from their religious or regional origins and are often purely secular events. In fact, some of the most famous and wellattended carnivals have emerged relatively recently, such as the Notting Hill Carnival in London, which first took place in the 1960s. Whilst many of its traditions can be attributed to the Caribbean festivals of the 19th century, the purpose and motivation of the Carnival was a modern one – to celebrate the culture of the large number
of Caribbean immigrants in London and encourage social harmony. Regardless of their origin, location or purpose, there is an overriding theme of tolerance, inclusion, celebration and pure fun. If you have ever had the pleasure of attending a major carnival you will know how the atmosphere is simply infectious! We hope to recreate some of this sense of inclusion, diversity and celebration at the Spring Ball with colourful outfits and lively entertainment, bringing together the diverse nationalities that reside in this beautiful city of Istanbul. Lets take a closer look at 2 of the major carnivals that take place today and maybe even pick up a little inspiration…
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Whilst Carnival is celebrated all over Brazil, the Rio Carnival is undoubtedly considered the most distinguished of them all, earning it the accolade of ‘Carnival Capital of the World’. The Carnival traces its roots back to the Romans and Greeks celebrating the arrival of Spring, but includes influences from the European Christian celebrations and from African and Amerindian cultures, reflecting the diverse inhabitants of the city. Many credit the Portuguese with bringing the concept of carnival to Rio in 1850 but it has since developed it own distinct style and traditions. Indeed, the intensity of the carnival atmosphere is what distinguishes Rio from all other carnivals around the world. When the Carnival first began, the freedom of celebration was marked by the role reversal that took place for the 3 days of celebrations with aristocrats dressing as commoners, the poor as royalty and cross-dressing between the sexes. Gender and social roles, class boundaries and social norms were abandoned and for a few days only music and dancing mattered. This atmosphere of tolerance, inclusion and freedom remains as strong as ever. They may try to organize it, glamorize it, televise it, even industrialize it but Rio Carnival is something that comes deep from the fun-loving soul of the Rio people.
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It does not depend on any authority or sponsor to happen. Carnival in the streets is a living proof of this passion. It's free, and everybody's welcome to participate. (from www.rio-carnival.net) One of the most active groups in the Rio carnival are the people of the favelas, the slums of the city where houses are made of rubbish, there is no running water, electricity or sewerage systems. It may come as surprise to many that people living in such poverty would be such a significant part of this extravagant and vivid celebration. But this carnival means more to them than perhaps anyone, a time to forget their situation, an equalizer and celebration of fun. Carnival is very important to Brazilians and their culture, involving months of preparation. It kicks off with the crowning of King Momo (the Fat King), considered to be the King of the Carnival in numerous Latin American festivities, who is presented with a giant key by the Mayor. The King is typically a fat man to reflect the stature of the original King Momo. The abandonment of prejudices and discrimination appears to also negate the need for political correctness! The carnival celebrations then spread across the city in the streets, bars, clubs and anywhere with enough room to squeeze in
a few revelers. The festivities culminate in the Samba Parade, considered to be the highlight of the Rio Carnival and broadcast to millions across the world. This Samba Parade is a competition between the samba schools, which are essentially social clubs from various neighborhoods (most numerous in the favelas) whose entire purpose is to prepare for the annual Parade. In the spirit of the inclusion anyone is welcome to the rehearsals or samba nights that lead up to the Carnival. These schools have even been likened to football clubs for their devoted supporters and distinctive identities, as well as corporate companies for their professional structure. Unlike the street parties that constitute much of the rest of the Carnival, the Samba Parade is a highly orchestrated show, with a specific structure and organization. Each school has a different theme, which is illustrated through their chosen Samba music, floats and costumes, with hundreds of participants involved. It must not be forgotten that the Samba Parade is a competition with rigid rules. Judges score across a range of categories such as harmony, overall impression, ‘the flag carrying couple’ and of course, costumes. There is so much more to the Rio Carnival than is possible to include here. To really appreciate the enormity and all consuming atmosphere of this celebration one must visit Rio and experience this amazing event.
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he Notting Hill Carnival begun in this particular neighbourhood of London in the 1964 as a celebration by the Afro-Caribbean community, encouraging people of all races to express themselves. In the 1950s a large number of Caribbean immigrants arrived in the UK with a wealth of culture, music and culinary traditions. However, racial tensions meant life was very difficult for these communities and the Carnival embodied their wish to unite the people of London to embrace the Caribbean culture and rise above racism. This attitude of tolerance, inclusion and celebration remains to this day, much like that of the Rio carnival. Stylistically, the Carnival’s roots can be found in the Caribbean carnivals of the 19th century,
The spirit, courage and determination of the hundreds of London-based Caribbean people who fought for freedom and justice, have transformed the Notting Hill Carnival from a hazy dream into Europe’s premier cultural arts festival that is recognised throughout the world today. (www.nottinghill-carnival.co.uk)
celebrating the abolition of slavery and the slave trade. Holding festivals had been banned during slavery and participants took full advantage of this new freedom, with traditional steel drum bands playing and everyone dressed in costumes that often parodied the European fashions of their former masters. Second only to the Rio Carnival, Notting Hill is the world’s biggest carnival with over 1 million visitors expected during the 2 day festival this August. One of the main events are the Mas Bands – providing the famous vibrant costumes as the bands parade along the streets, after months of preparations by grass roots and community organisations. Music is at the heart of today’s Notting Hill Carnival with the historic steel bands, Calypso & Soca music, as well as a large number of ‘static sound systems’ playing all genres, from Reggae to House, performed by anyone from local bands to international artists. The traditional sounds of the Notting Hill Carnival…
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Steel Bands: also known as ‘Pans’, come from the ‘Tambu Bamboo’ bands of Trinidad in the 1930s. As the bamboo instruments evolved into more durable instruments for travelling players, they developed into the ‘Pan’ of steel drums played today. Calypso: originated in Trinidad with the arrival of the first African slaves. Cut off from their families and roots back home and forbidden to talk to one another, the slaves began to sing. Calypso was a means of communication, uniting the slaves and later playing an important role in political expression. Soca: a multifaceted genre, whose music is infectious. The Godfather of Soca music, known as Lord Shorty, rose to fame in the 1960s. He experimented with Calypso music, blending it with various other instruments and genres, believing it to represent the ‘soul of calypso’. Similarly, his music was often used for social commentary, risqué humour and an expression of sexuality in a society that was sexually repressed.
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But we must not forget the food, which is a key part of the Carnival. Today this reflects the diversity of London’s inhabitants, with all sorts of ethnic cuisines, including Caribbean, Nigerian, Thai and Chinese. It is still Caribbean food, however, which has pride of place, with traditional dishes such as goat curry, jerk chicken and rice & peas. More than 5 tonnes of jerk chicken were consumed last year! Along with 15,000 fried plantains, 1 ton of rice & peas, 25,000 bottles of rum…and much more. The Notting Hill Carnival is a fantastic celebration of not only Caribbean culture, but of a whole range of cultures and ethnicities that can be found in London. It marks a gradual shift over the past 2 centuries from the abolition of slavery to true multiculturalism. Undoubtedly, something to celebrate and remember each year.
When asking the Spring Ball Team how Carnival came to be the theme for this year’s ball, they have us the following response: ‘The Rio Carnival was one of the inspriations for the Spring Ball, but we tried to interpret it in our own ‘Istanbulesque’ way (© Spring Ball Team 2013!). We wanted something fun and exotic, a theme that we had not done before. What better than a carnival? It is a chance for people to let their hair down, or pile it up with feathers, dance the night away and relax, live it up or play it down…just as they feel! Though the words ‘elegant’ and ‘fun’ are not usually put together, we have tried to create just such a mood at the ball this year, with a Latin band, stylish ambience and plenty of surprises. A New World energy in an Old World setting. Did we get it right? Find out for yourself on May 4…”
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he concept of taking pills seems to have changed somewhere between our grandparents’ generation and ours. With the onslaught of modern medicine and the vast improvement in public health and safety awareness it seems all forms of pills including medicines and supplements are now a normal part of our daily routine. Modern medicine saves lives, make our lives better, healthier and helps alleviate suffering and even prolongs our lifespan. No one would wish a return to the dark ages where teeth were removed without anaesthetic and it was common to suffer brutally painful illnesses and unnecessary, early deaths. We have indeed turned a corner in the pursuit of healthier living and now we have ended up on a mega-highway paved with pills. We do live longer, but now some studies suggest that one of every three people will contract cancer and almost half of the worlds’ population will have a chronic illness by the age of 40. We have made a lot of progress, but we are still trying to find the right balance of medicine and lifestyle measure to help us form the ideal model of living healthily and happily till a ripe old age. Medicine and science have answers, they just haven’t found them all yet. Every day
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we hear of new discoveries, miracle pills, wonder foods and all the rest….. that can heal us and help us live longer. We live in the age of superlatives, (while humming the Six Million Dollar Man theme tune) we all want to be stronger, faster, smarter, better and healthier for longer. It is part of our psyche now to seek out new information and revise our lifestyles to incorporate the latest findings into our personal quest for health. Healthy eating, exercise and a stress free life are the most widely recommended factors for increasing health and wellness by healthcare professionals. But often, the fastest path to achieving success seems to be to take a pill or potion to satisfy our need for instant gratification or in this case “instant wellness”. In the quest to improve ourselves, we have spawned a billion dollar industry in healthcare and even the small cousin of the pharmaceutical companies; the vitamins and supplements industry, is said to be worth close to $30 billion industry in the United States alone! Pills are now a part of our lives and we cannot nor would we want to return to the dark ages when we lived without them. But how much of a part of our lives should they be? Only you and your healthcare provider(s) can accurately assess your personal situation and come up with an answer
that is meaningful and safe for you, as an individual. A recent study found that more than half of the adult population regularly takes at least one daily dietary supplement. These people believe that supplements can help them become healthier or at least provide some protection against potential illnesses. Is this really necessary and why can’t we get all the nutrients we need from the foods we eat? The truth is that often the food that we eat does not contain all the nutrients needed to support our health needs. The minerals we need, can only be obtained from the soils’ mineral content, therefore if they are not already present in the soil they will be also be missing from the food. The widespread use of pesticides and herbicides in commercial farming, plus the amount of processing that our food is subject to before consumption, have contributed along with other factors, to decreasing our foods’ nutrient value. Other aspects of life may actually increase the need for nutrients like stress, pregnancy, and periods of illness. Hence there is a real concern that even the best balanced diet is not always good enough, so many rely on supplements to bridge the gap and get an adequate dietary intake of essential nutrients. However, supplements can never be used as a replacement for a variety of healthful foods but they can and do help provide additional nutrients when needed.
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Nutritional Therapist BSc Nutritional Medicine, MBA, BA British Association of Nutritional Therapist Member Email: Marlene@iNourish.net Website: www.inourish.net
An easy, simple way to boost the mineral content of the foods you eat is to buy organic. Organic foods almost universally have higher mineral concentrations than conventionally grown foods. Whole foods and specifically plant-based natural foods like vegetables, fruits and nuts are amongst the most nutrient-rich sources available on the planet so eat more of these where possible. But there is still no one single food that contains everything our bodies’ need, so the time-honoured advice to eat a varied and balanced diet still remains true today. Use more plants and less pills; simplistic advice that may not always possible, just some “food for thought”.
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he sun is rising earlier and shining longer. Flowers are blooming. The chatter of birds is almost rivaling that of the neighborhood dogs. Spring is in full force and on its heels, summer. Ready or not, the season to bare arms and legs is upon us. Comfort foods and skipped workouts - choices that seemed so right in the cold winter months - don’t seem as kind when contemplating the extra kilo (or two or three) that accompanied them. If you are feeling motivated to lose and/or firm up that extra bit of winter padding and want to dread less the prospect of donning lighter, breezier and more revealing warm weather wear, then read on.
Types of Exercise
So how do you lose those extra kilos and get into shape for summer? Eating right is one part of the formula, of course. Eating vegetables and fruit; opting for brown and whole-grain vs. white and processed carbohydrates; and limiting sugar and fats are a start.
Examples: Walking, jogging, swimming, biking, dancing, aerobics, elliptical machine, walking up stairs / Stairmaster, rowing machine.
Exercise is the other important part of the formula. While you can never out-exercise a poor diet, based on experience, I have found that getting into a regular exercise routine helps drive positive changes in food habits. Furthermore, while managing your food choices better can help reduce your weight, it can’t reshape your body. Exercise can.
Benefits: Improves/develops shape and tone of muscle; boosts metabolic rate (muscles burn more calories than fat); and helps fight bone deterioration and agerelated injuries because muscles, as well as bones and connective tissues, are stronger.
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Just as a well-balanced diet incorporates a variety of foods, so, too, a well-balanced exercise program incorporates a variety of exercises. There are basically 3 types of exercise that make up a well-balanced fitness program:
1. Cardiovascular Exercise
Benefits: Improves your cardiovascular system (strengthens heart, improves blood flow); reduces risk of certain diseases; burns calories; and can boost your mood / provide stress relief.
2. Muscle Training (Weight Resistance / Strengthening)
Examples: Exercises with free weights, weight machines, resistance bands.
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3. Flexibility / Balance
Benefits: Flexibility – the ability of a joint to move in a full range of motion – is an important part of staying active and retaining our functionality (our ability to engage in normal, daily activities) as we get older. Flexibility can help us not only to avoid injury and certain aches and pains, it can improve performance, posture, and help us feel better, overall. Similarly, balance training can improve performance and core strength, as well as help decrease chance of injury as we age. Examples: Yoga, Tai Chi, stretching, exercises with a Bosu or Swiss ball.
Mix It Up Making sure that your exercise program consists of all three above types of exercise not only makes for a well-balanced fitness program, but it also helps to keep things interesting. Boredom is not your friend when it comes to exercise. Neither is adaptation. Adaptation is good with certain things in life, but exercise isn’t one of them. Doing the same treadmill routine, walk, or machine weight program isn’t going to give you the results you want once your body has adapted to it. In order to continue to see positive benefits from exercise, you need to mix things
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up, increasing intensity, duration, and/or frequency. Therefore, to avoid both boredom and adaptation, consider making High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) a part of your exercise routine. Whether you are a newbie at exercising or looking to re-invigorate your workout program, HIIT will give you results that you will be able to see and feel in a short amount of time.
What and Why HIIT? HIIT training is one of the most effective forms of exercise. It consists of doing exercises at alternating intensity levels and intervals. An example is alternating sprints with walking: sprint for 30 seconds and walk for 60 seconds, alternating between both until you reached a total workout time of approximately 20 minutes. There are multiple benefits of a HIIT workout. First, it yields aerobic (think cardiovascular, or heart) and anaerobic (think muscles) benefits. This means you get more “bang for your buck.” Research has shown that HIIT burns more calories and for a longer period of time (up to 48 hours) than engaging in steady, sameintensity exercise. This is one reason why you can target a 20-minute HIIT workout
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as opposed to a 60-minute same-intensity workout. Having an effective 20-minute workout also means it is easier to find time in your busy schedule to exercise (and harder to come up with excuses why you can’t find 20 minutes to dedicate to your personal fitness). Additionally, because you limit your workout period, you reduce wear and tear on your body that you can get when you repeatedly engage in long, lowerintensity exercises, such as running. HIIT is also wonderful because it can be adapted to a variety of different exercises and customized to your own fitness level and goals. In other words, HIIT can be as flexible as you want it to be. This means that you can work in elements of cardiovascular and strengthening training – even balance all at the same time. This is especially nice because while we may find that we are very good about doing one or maybe two types of exercises, fitting in all three can be a challenge. This may especially be the case for strengthening training, something that women often avoid or don’t do enough. HIIT is a great compliment to other exercise programs. Because it is more intense, alternate your HIIT workouts so that they are not on consecutive days. This will give your body and muscles time to recover so that you can approach the next HIIT day with energy and your best effort.
Exercises for HIIT Following are just a few examples of exercises that you can mix and match to compose your HIIT workout. Note that you can also do just one exercise at alternating intensity levels; however, by mixing up the exercises, you hit more muscle groups and spice up your workout. If you don’t like some of the following exercises, then add your own. Remember: the best exercises are the ones you will do consistently. Cardiovascular: Walking / Jogging / Running Bike (Stationary or regular) Elliptical Machine Rowing Machine Walking / Running Up Stairs Jumping Jacks Body exercises Squats* Forward / Backward lunges* Step-ups* Push-ups** Mountain Climbers** Burpees Triceps dips Sit-ups** Plank Hold** Medicine Ball Vertical Chop
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* As your fitness level increases, you can add weight by holding dumbbells in each hand. You can also combine a shoulder press with your squat or a bicep curl with your lunge; this will increase your cardiovascular effort, as well as add an upper body strengthening exercise. ** You can do these on the floor, or, if you want to add balance to the challenge and work your core more, incorporate a Swiss or Bosu ball.
Intervals for HIIT Depending on your fitness level, you can adjust the intensity and length of each interval. Following are examples of interval variations that you can use for your workout. When starting out, you will have a longer lower-intensity interval and a shorter higher-intensity interval. Higher / Lower Intensity (seconds) - # of Times to Repeat 30 / 120 - Repeat 8 times for a total workout time of 20 minutes 30 / 90 - Repeat 10 times for a total workout time of 20 minutes 45 / 90 - Repeat 9 times for a total workout time of just over 20 minutes
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30 / 60 - Repeat 13 times for a total workout time of almost 20 minutes 60 / 60 - Repeat 10 times for a total workout time of 20 minutes 30 / 30 - Repeat 20 times for a total workout time of 20 minutes
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Squats for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) March in place for 120 seconds (LowIntensity) Push-ups for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) March in place for 120 seconds (LowIntensity) Forward lunges for 30 seconds (HighIntensity) March in place for 120 seconds (LowIntensity) Plank position hold for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) March in place for 120 seconds (LowIntensity)
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Using a treadmill, elliptical machine, or stationary bike, run / pedal quickly and/or use a higher incline/resistance for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) Using same resistance/incline as above, slow your speed so you are working at a lower intensity for 60 seconds (Low-Intensity) Repeat above sequence two more times (total 3 rounds) for total of 4.5 minutes. Burpees for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) March in place with high knees for 60 seconds (Low-Intensity) Repeat above sequence two more times for total of 4.5 minutes. Step ups, alternating legs, for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) March in place with high knees for 60 seconds (Low-Intensity) Repeat above sequence two more times for total of 4.5 minutes. Triceps dips for 30 seconds (HighIntensity) March in place with high knees for 60 seconds (Low-Intensity) Repeat above sequence two more times for total of 4.5 minutes. Sit-ups for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) March in place for 60 seconds (LowIntensity)
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HIIT Routine #3 – Repeat 4 times for total workout time of 20 minutes: • • • • • • • • • •
Squats with shoulder press for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) Running in place for 30 seconds (LowIntensity) Mountain Climbers on Swiss Ball for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) Running in place for 30 seconds (LowIntensity) Forward lunges with bicep curl for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) Running in place for 30 seconds (LowIntensity) Push-ups for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) Running in place for 30 seconds (LowIntensity) Medicine ball vertical chops for 30 seconds (High-Intensity) Running in place for 30 seconds (LowIntensity)
It is very important that, whatever exercise you choose to do, you do it correctly and don’t overexert yourself or strain your muscles. If you don’t have the proper form, if you don’t choose the right level of intensity, then you risk injury. What this means is that it is better to start off at an easier level than a hard one. You should exert yourself in order to improve your fitness, however, there is a difference between working hard and overexerting yourself. This applies both
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to the level and length of your workout. You should work out long enough, hard enough to make net positive changes in your fitness level without causing yourself harm. If you are unsure how to do the above exercises, one good resource is www. livestrong.com. It has information on proper form for the above exercises (enter the exercise names above into the search line), as well as other great exercise ideas and fitness-related articles.
Before You Begin Before you start an exercise program, it is always good to have a health check-up and permission from your doctor. This is especially true if you are pregnant, injured or recovering from an injury, have never engaged in an exercise program (or it’s been a really long time since you did), or have other things that you need to take into consideration (hypertension, arthritis, asthma, diabetes, etc.). Your physician can guide you as to what is safe and reasonable for you.
of sets, repetitions, weight, or time. It is all about how you feel as you engage in exercise. Are you doing enough? Are you doing too much? Only you can answer these questions. Don’t compare yourself to others. The only benchmark that is important is you: where you are today, where you want to be, and a safe, healthy gradation from one point to the other. So, start out slowly and build gradually. Pushing too hard, too quickly is not only bad for you physically, but it’s also not good for your mental attitude toward exercise. You can’t learn to enjoy exercise if you are overdoing it at every session. Be patient with yourself. Also, don’t forget the appetizer and dessert portions of your workout, the warm-up and cool-down.
Once you embark on an exercise program, remember that it is critically important for you to listen to your body. Each of us is different. We have different fitness levels, different ranges of motion, flexibility, strength, etc. There is no perfect number
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Warm-Up You’re psyched to get started and want to maximize the time you spend exercising. Why waste time to warm up? Because if you don’t, you won’t get as much out of your workout and you will set yourself up for injury (and if you think warm-ups take a long time, try recuperating from an injury!). After all, when you jump into your car on a cold, winter morning, do you just turn on the engine and take off? Probably not. Well, your body is like that car. You can’t just start out cold and expect to hit 60mph right away. If you do, you are setting yourself up for injury. Instead, you need to ease your body into the exercise. You need to warm up. A warm-up… …raises your body temperature. A higher body temperature means that blood cells release oxygen more quickly. That means more oxygen for the muscles and less stress for your lungs and heart. …increases blood flow (thus, oxygen) to your muscles. This helps prevent fatigue and helps ward off lactic acid build-up that is one cause of muscle pain.
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Cool Down …raises your body temperature and that means that your muscles become more flexible. (Ever tried to bend forward and touch your toes when you aren’t warmed up? Ever tried it when you were nice and warmed-up? Notice the difference?) …improves your nerve responses that means improved motor skills. You can do your exercises better. This means a better workout. …gives your body a chance to transition to the more intense workout, and this means less stress. Not sure what to do to warm up? Think of a warm-up as an appetizer. It is a taste of what is to come. The goal is to get blood flowing through your muscles and prepare the body for the main workout. This means doing a form of the main event in a lighter, modified way so that you gradually get blood flowing through your muscles. Many people think of stretching as a warm up, however, stretching when your muscles are cold can cause injury. Strive for approximately a 10-minute warm-up.
Just like warming up, cooling down is an important part of your exercise routine. It allows your body to go from “High” to “Low” without undue stress. Just as jumping into exercise cold is not a good idea, neither is stopping exercise suddenly without easing your body into a lower level of exertion. In particular, cooling down helps work out the lactic acid that built up in your muscles when you were exercising. Lactic acid can exacerbate muscle pain, so reducing it via a cool down is a good thing. Have you ever felt dizzy after a workout? It might have been because you did not cool down properly. Cooling down gives your body a chance to balance itself. When you exercise, your heart pumps hard to keep up. If you stop exercising abruptly, blood starts to collect in the lower area of your body. Your heart is still pumping hard but because the blood is pooling in your lower body, it can’t get enough oxygenated blood. This situation can lead to dizziness, even fainting.
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Not convinced? Cooling down also gives your muscles a chance to go from being warm to cool more gracefully. Gradually allowing the muscles to cool, vs. a sudden drop in temperature, can avoid muscle fibers from tearing. Overall, a cool down eases you into relaxation mode after a workout. This means less stress for your body and less chance for discomfort. So, how do you cool down? Similar to a warm-up, a cool down should consist of exercises similar to what you did during your main workout. You want to get your heart rate back to normal, and you should be in a relaxed state, not in a state of exertion. Then, after you have cooled down enough so that your heart rate has returned to a good range, take the opportunity to stretch. Stretching is a great component of cooling down because your muscle fibers are nice, warm and more flexible. Last but not least: be sure to drink some water and re-hydrate.
Not convinced yet that you want to start (or begin again) to exercise? You know it’s good for you. You know that it helps lower risk of early death, coronary heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, certain cancers (including breast, colon, and lung), certain cancers, and arthritis, just to name a few. However, did you also know that exercise can… …boost your mood and relax you by stimulating your feel-good brain chemicals, endorphins? …help you age more gracefully by not only keeping your bones, muscles and connective tissues strong, but also your brain? …give you more energy during the day and help you sleep better at night?
And, of course, exercise allows you to engage in fun, physical activities with friends and family, as well as maintain your normal functionality so that you can continue to go about the daily business of living. What’s not to like? Another great thing about exercise is that no matter what your age or fitness level, it’s never too late to start. Even better? Prepare to be amazed by what your body can do and how it can change and develop. After all, your body is designed to move. It wants to move. So get moving and start feeling and looking better. While I can’t guarantee that every time you exercise you’ll be totally excited and feel like you are in paradise (after all, there is a certain motivational element involved here), I can promise you one thing: You will never regret exercising, and you will never regret the rewards you will reap from it.
…improve your sex life by enhancing arousal, increasing your energy level, as well as your confidence level about your disrobed body?
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ince the start of this 2012-2013 season, I've been unable to find the time to read the Lale magazine, the e-newsletter, let alone go to an IWI program. By "chance", the one time I did open one of these, I found out about the Turkish Coffee Fortune Reading hosted by Deniz İlkin and scheduled on March 8th and April 19th. I selfishly thought this was the perfect opportunity for me to collect an anecdote for ANEKDOTA, a cultural project I cofounded and am managing with Marine Gicqueau. The website www.shareyouranecdote.com is the virtual collection of these curious events we experience with different cultures, and that we refer to as cultural anecdotes. I immediately contacted Ambilli Ramachandran, the IWI Programs Coordinator and offered to join as a "reporter". Not only would I enter the intimacy of Turkish culture, but I could also write an article for the Lale magazine and for ANEKDOTA. After checking with Deniz, Ambilli confirmed I could come. Excited about finally understanding the secrets behind fortune reading in Turkish coffee, what I actually discovered was a genuine and welcoming woman who opened her home to three women she didn't know and offered to share her gift. Thank you Deniz! Deniz's grandmother on her father's side was a very proficient and well-known falcı (fortune reader). When she was 7-8 years old, Deniz remembers she enjoyed visiting her very much, as she would then be allowed to drink Turkish coffee that her mother wouldn't usually let her drink. It was HER time! Later on, during her studies, Deniz started reading her friends' fortune in Turkish coffee. She's always known she had a gift, but seldom used it, or rather remained humble about it. In addition to having an acute sixth sense, Deniz has been a rigorous transcendental meditator since 2000 and she says it helps her grasp people's energies. Her friends came back for more when her predictions came true and that was the start of her “career” as a falcı. It wasn't until this year's IWI Christmas Festival that Deniz's husband bragged to Ambilli about his wife's talent. Ambilli immediately thought of a program for IWI's members. This suddenly put Deniz in the spotlight, turning her “hobby” into a more organized activity. Yet, Deniz does not want it to become “industrial”, like in the tourist areas of Istanbul. She believes in the interpersonal exchange that takes place during a reading and cannot see more than three people a day!
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Unless these people are very insistent, Deniz only shares the good fortune she reads. She finds it unfair to tell a bad fortune for it will sadden and stress her “patients” unnecessarily. She also believes in the power of positive thinking over fate, so a bad fortune could be altered. Objectively, Deniz cannot say how true all her predictions are because she doesn't always get feedback on her readings. She did provide us with a few examples of predictions that did happen. For example, she read that one of her friends was expecting a baby girl when her doctor had initially declared it was a boy or she saw her uncle's death in her mother's cup. To make up your own mind about her gift, you'll have to try it out yourself... and get back to her after.
So, how does reading one's fortune in a Turkish coffee cup work? First you prepare the coffee for your "patient". You pour a cup of water in the coffee pot, add two teaspoons of powdered Turkish coffee, and sugar according to taste. Just when it boils, you pour half into the coffee cup and set the rest on the burner again. When it boils again, you pour the remainder entirely into the coffee cup. Twice is better. Second, you serve your "patient". You may add a glass of water and some sweets on the tray. Then you advise him or her to drink the coffee without thinking of anything, just chatting away. Once s/he gets to the telve (the thick paste at the bottom of the coffee - by the way, Deniz was proud to share that Turkish coffee is the only coffee with a drinkable telve), you ask him/er to make wishes. Once s/he is done, your “patient” flips the cup on its plate, turns it twice and sets it to cool. If s/he wears metal jewellery, s/he can drop it on the bottom (that is now the top) of the coffee cup. This way the cup cools faster and the attachment to the person is stronger. Once the cup is cold, your “patient” flips it and the falcı begins...
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Kahve (coffee) comes from kahwa in Arabic, an area in present day Yemen that the Ottomans conquered in the 8th century. Locals had noticed that when the animals ate these red seeds, they became more active. So, they tried the coffee seeds too.
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In 1517, one of the Paşa's under Sultan Selim I returned from Egypt and Yemen with these seeds and offered them to the Sultan. Yavuz (the Strong), as he was also known, enjoyed Turkish coffee so much that he specifically appointed a very trustworthy person to cook kahve for him, full-time. Some of these coffee makers eventually became vizier!
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The first coffee place in Istanbul was opened by two Syrians in Tahtakale, Eminönü in 1544. By the end of the 1600's, the local Italians had exported the coffee beans back home and to the rest of Europe.
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Reading your fortune in Turkish coffee is mostly a female activity although Deniz recognizes there are some very good and well-known male falcı.
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In the Sultan's harem, the cariyeler, the women living in the harem, frequently used coffee readings as a way to predict their relationships with the Sultan and thus influence the struggle for power amongst themselves.
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In Anatolia, traditionally when a young man's family visits a young girl's family to ask for her hand in marriage, the young hostess is to replace the sugar with salt in the future groom's coffee. If he so much as smirks when his lips touch the loving potion, he is deemed unfit to marry this girl for he should love his future bride no matter what. To ask Deniz to read your fortune in a Turkish coffee cup, call her at 0 532 504 3618 or email her at denizaldemir@hotmail.com.
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aving a child with learning difficulties will be overwhelming. It will leave you feeling helpless, stressed and frustrated. It will also take a toll on your relationships and / or marriage. In countries like the USA and England, support is plentiful and often under one roof. If you are used to this level of support it is likely that Istanbul will frustrate you. Support can be found here, but not under one roof, nor very often is the support likely to be delivered in your native language. Nevertheless, nowadays the support can be found if you know where to find it or who to talk to. The IWI has an established support group for parents who have children with learning difficulties. The group was established by Debbie Sainte Rose, a mother whose children I worked with and who became a close friend. Debbie has now moved to Brussels, however, I would like to see this support group continue as it has served a wonderful purpose and helped many parents to date. All parents want a happy and fulfilling life for their children. With encouragement and the right support, your child can build a strong sense of self-confidence and a solid foundation for lifelong success. In searching for ways to help children with learning disabilities, remember that you are looking for ways to help them help themselves. I believe that your job as a parent is to give your child the social and emotional tools he or she needs to work through challenges. Always remember that the way you behave and respond to challenges has a big impact on your child. A positive attitude won’t solve the problems associated with a learning disability, but it can give your child hope and confidence that things can improve and that he or she will eventually succeed. Keep things in perspective. Don’t let the tests, school bureaucracy and endless paperwork distract you from what’s really important – giving your child plenty of emotional and moral support. Do your own research and become your own expert of new developments in learning disability programs, therapies, and educational techniques. You are the foremost expert on your child, so take charge in finding the tools he or she needs to learn.
Helping Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities Remain calm and reasonable; yet firm, as you speak up time and time again to get special help for your child. You are teaching your child in the process how to become an advocate for themselves when they are older. Your child will follow your lead and will approach learning challenges in the same way you do. Thus approach a challenge with optimism, hard work, and a sense of humor. Focus your energy on what works for your child. Most importantly remember that your child is not defined by his or her learning disability. The learning disability only represents one area of weakness, but there are many more areas of strengths. Use their strengths to help them overcome their weakness. Keep a balanced schedule for them, not one that revolves around the learning disability. Most parents make the mistake of investing all of their time and energy into the school as the primary solution for their child’s learning disability. It is better to come to terms with the fact that unless your child is in a specialized school that caters for different learning disabilities, that the school situation for your child will probably never be perfect. It may not be exactly what you envision for your child, and this will probably cause you frustration, anger and stress. A 20-year study that followed children with learning disabilities into adulthood identified the following six “life success” attributes as follows: 1. Self awareness and self confidence 2. Being proactive 3. Perseverance 4. The ability to set goals 5. Knowing how to ask for help 6. The ability to handle stress Last, but not least, the most important and hardest part of parenting is remembering to take care of you. It is easy to get caught up in your child’s needs, whilst forgetting your own needs. You will burn out if you do not look after yourself. Tend to your physical and emotional needs so that you’re in a healthy space for your child. You will connect better with your child and help him or her to be calm and focused if you are too. Include your spouse, family, and friends as your team mates if you can, and learn to ask for help. This group within the IWI is here to help you. Feel free to contact me anytime.
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earning how to read is a significant achievement for a child. However, not all youngsters start out as enthusiastic readers and initially some need to be encouraged on an ongoing basis to pick up a book. Just one book though, the “right book”, can capture a child’s imagination and turn an ambivalent reader into a life long bookworm. The fundamental question therefore, is how to pick suitable books for children that they will both enjoy and benefit from? The Tirtil Kids Bookshop team provides below some tips to simplify the process: 1) Ensure Books are Part of Growing Up: It is never too early to introduce children to the world of books. The youngest don’t need to be able to read to enjoy books. Babies take comfort in hearing a familiar voice reading a nursery rhyme or lullaby. While toddlers delight in turning the pages and pointing at the illustrations while perched on a parents knee. 2) Reading at Home: Keep in mind that the reading habits and skills of school children need to be nurtured by both teacher and parent alike. Books are not only a tool for the classroom. They can also be a wonderful source of home entertainment through which siblings and families can bond and share mutual interests. Pleasure reading will also enhance a youngster’s literacy skills without them even realising it. 3) A Family Decision: Whenever possible include your child in the book selection process. After all they will be reading the book or listening to you story telling and as such need to be enthusiastic about the reading material. 4) Learn how to chose: Selecting a book is an important skill for children (and parents!) to acquire. Youngsters need to understand that their choices should be based on specific needs. For instance if a child requires extra tuition in a subject, they can with your guidance select the grade relevant and subject specific homework helper. If your little bookworm is looking for a pleasure reading title they will need to pick a book that matches their interests and reading ability.
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5) Explore your Local Bookshop / Library: Visit a bookshop or library each week with your child. It is helpful to discuss in advance which genre(s) and how many books your child is to select. This will give the visit purpose and hopefully avoid in-store tantrums! Allow slightly older children sufficient time to browse the shelves. To ensure kids don’t become overwhelmed by the large numbers of books on display assist them to understand the layout of store/library and the book display system (i.e. according to age, grade, subject matter and sometimes alphabetically by author). Learning how to navigate bookshelves will assist children to work effectively in their school library and over time become able book selectors. 6) Know your child: When selecting a book it is important to know your child’s reading level and their interests. Keep in mind that youngster’s interests and tastes are constantly changing so do keep up to date! It is beneficial for children’s reading skills to be challenged because if they understand every word when reading, their vocabulary won’t evolve. Books are often the only way children have of expanding their vocabulary, because regular daily conversation is limited in its range of words. 7) Seek Advice: If you are unsure whether a title is suitable for your child ask the shop assistant/librarian for guidance. It is useful to keep in mind that a book that is too simple can be tedious. A book that is overly difficult can be discouraging. A book that’s the right level ensures kids have fun reading and encourages learning. 8) The Perfect Match: Many titles now have a recommended reading age or grade printed on the cover. It is useful to keep in mind though that a child’s reading ability doesn’t always match their age. To check that a book is a suitable match for your child take the time to examine the vocabulary content, sentence length and complexity as well as the size of print and number of pages. Ask your child to read a paragraph or two to you so you can gage the suitability. If they struggle with more than five words on the page make an alternative choice.
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9) Bilingual: Children learning in a second language or reluctant readers may initially have a lower reading age than interest age. High / Low books (higher interest paired with lower vocabulary) can provide a useful solution for this category of young readers as the content is age appropriate while the text suits a lower reading age. 10) Variety is the Spice of Life: The idea prevails amongst some parents that all the books should be literary. They are more accepting of their kids viewing TV light entertainment. Young people are to be encouraged to read as widely as possible whether novels, comics, sports or joke books. After all the more children read, the more competent a reader they will become. 11) Alternative Types of Books: As many parents have experienced, getting the noses of youngsters between the pages of a book can be an arduous task! Graphic novels (story lines based within comic style illustrations) are a great way to attract the interest of reluctant readers. This category of book is less intimidating as there is limited text and the images are eye catching. Multi-platform books that bridge the gap between reading and computing are often popular with boys who are generally less enthusiastic readers. Anything that encourages youngsters to read has a role to play.
14) Book Disasters: There will invariably be occasions when for one reason or another the reader doesn’t enjoy a particular book. In such cases don’t insist the child continues. Simply use this opportunity to better understand your child’s reading ability and interests. 15) Too Challenging: If a youngster really wants to read a title that is beyond their ability rather than disappoint take it in turns to read aloud. Make sure to explain any new words. 16) Home Library: To assist children to develop their literacy skills it is useful to keep an age appropriate dictionary and thesaurus at home. Whenever your child discovers an unfamiliar word he/she can take the opportunity to look it up. An atlas and encyclopaedia also make great additions to any home library. Children who from an early age experience a wide selection of titles in the home are more adept at extracting information from books when in the classroom. 17) Final Thought: The best book for a child is one that keeps him / her engaged. Having read the final page the youngster wants to read another! Books can be educational, informative and entertaining but above all they are an investment for and in your child.
12) Encouraging the Reading Bug: Over time children will start to explore a wide variety of books and develop their own interests and tastes. But until they reach this point it is helpful to consult your local bookshop staff, librarian or your child’s teacher for guidance on suitable authors, new titles or genre suggestions that tap into your son or daughter’s interests. Other parents and children can also be a good source of recommendations.
NOTE: The Tirtil Kids specialized, multi-language bookshop stocks a wide range of books, flash and activity cards and educational games for children of all ages and reading grades. Our experienced staff will be pleased to advise parents on book titles and other products to meet their child’s specific needs. For those who are unable to visit our shop in Istinye Park we offer an on-line purchasing facility via our website www.tirtilkids.com.
13) Websites: Visit the websites of favourite authors to access information on other books they have written. Series are a great way to get children reading one book after another as they follow tales of their favourite character.
Tirtil Kids shop location: Istinye Park, Floor minus 2, Istinye, Istanbul Shop Tel: 0212 345 5370 Co-owner of Tirtil Kids, the specialized multi-language children’s book shop.
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IWI Mums ‘N’ Kids Meetings & Playgroups Please contact Coordinator Molly Grunberg if you have any questions at mollyhouser77@yahoo.com or telephone at 0532 638 4028. Mums ‘N’ Kids does not mean that it is for mums only- Dads ‘N’ Kids are just as welcome! At present time we have two playgroups running on the European side of Istanbul and two running on the Asian side of Istanbul. This is an opportunity to meet other pregnant ladies and moms of infants or toddlers, as well as share the joys and trials of motherhood while creating a support network. A guest speaker is invited periodically to talk to the group regarding pregnancy and new parenting topics. Please note the we have also added a mother’s coffee morning for those of you that would like to make a connection with other mother’s whose children are already of school age.
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As the children are growing and moving play groups, we have changed the coordinators as the previous coordinators have moved away from Istanbul or have moved up in the play groups. On behalf of the IWI Mums-N-Kids group we thank those that have volunteered their time in making these play groups happen. We have also added a 2+ play group. If you are interested in joining this play group please email the coordinator listed below. A big thank you goes out to Dawn Biyashev for volunteering to make this group happen.
EUROPEAN SIDE OF ISTANBUL Pregnant & Infants (0-12 months) When: Every Tuesday Time: 10am-12pm Location: Rotating turns at mums’ homes and pre-arranged places. Cost: FREE Please contact Andrea Roepke at roepke.a@googlemail.com or telephone at 0539 723 9593 as well as Mel Branchley at info@ melandjohnsworld.com or telephone at 0536 928 4471. Walkers-Younger Toddlers (1-2 years of age) When: Every Tuesday Time: 10am-12pm Location: Rotating turns at mums’ homes and pre-arranged places. Cost: FREE Please contact Susanne Smith at camandsuus@gmail.com or telephone at 0549 723 9593 Toddlers (2+) When: Every Tuesday Time: 10am-12pm Location: Rotating turns at mums’ homes and pre-arranged places. Cost: FREE Please contact Dawn Biyashev at dancemachine3@gmail.com or telephone at 0541 302 3047
Multilingual Playgroup Zekeriyaköy The weekly multilingual playgroup in Zekeriyaköy comes together each Friday. Parents of infants (0-2 years old) and pregnant women who want to come can email teike.asselbergs@gmail.com . There is no cost to join the playgroup. It is required that parents (to-be) speak at least 2 languages (For example Turkish and English or two foreign languages). Older siblings and nannies can come along as long as there is at least one adult relative of the infant present as well. The reason for this is that the playgroup is as much for the parents as for the infants. The playgroup will sometimes come together on other days of the week (end), so that working parents can also connect with other parents in the neighborhood. The playgroup is hosted at the homes of a different member each time.
EUROPEAN SIDE COFFE MORNING FOR MOMS This is an opportunity for those of you with children in pre-school or primary school to meet up with other moms should you not be able to join one of our playgroups. When: Monthly Time: 10:30am-12pm Location: Starbucks at Istinye Park (note: location may vary) Cost: FREE Please contact Susanne at camandsuus@gmail.com to be added to this group.
ASIAN SIDE OF ISTANBUL Pregnant & Infants (0-2 years of age) When: Every Tuesday Time: Varies weekly Location: Rotating turns at mums’ homes and pre-arranged places. Cost: FREE Please contact Elena Sezer at kapebara@gmail.com or Begum Ertosun at ceylanbegum@gmail.com to be added to this group. Toddlers( 1-4 years of age) When: Every Wednesday Time: 10:30am-12pm Location: Rotating turns at mums’ homes and pre-arranged places. Cost: FREE Please contact Victoria Chyba at victoriachyba@gmx.de or telephone at 0535-030-5576 to be added to this group.
INTERNATIONAL PRE-SCHOOLS & CENTERS’ PLAYGROUPS: Bosphorus International Pre-School (BIP), Emirgan www.bipschool.net
Teacher organized activity, song & circle time, garden play (weatherpermitting). Coffee, tea, milk and cookies provided. When: Tuesdays Time: 10am-11:30 am Cost: FREE Age Group: 0-3 years of age Please contact Ms. Collette Laffan-Persembe at cpersembe@ bipschool.net or telephone at 0212-277-8444. *Note- please call on Mondays to reserve. There are only 10 openings every week. Please only ONE known adult per child.
IWI’s Mums ‘n’ Kids Team organizes activities for you and your children to enjoy. We remind you that you are responsible for your child’s safety at all times. IWI cannot take responsibility for injury and extra cost incurred during any activity
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British International School (BIS), Zekeriyakoy, Etiler
Kindermusik at Play to Learn Pre-School
Indoor and outdoor play (weather-permitting), followed by snack and music time. Known adult to stay and supervise child. Days and locations: Tuesdays and Thursdays in Zekeriyaköy; Wednesdays and Fridays in Etiler. Time: 9am-11am (both campuses) Cost: 10TL per session Age Group: 0-2 ½ years of age Please contact Mrs. Amanda Ilhan, Preschool and Primary Deputy Director at amandailhan@bis.k12.tr or telephone at 0212-2027027 ext. 116
In Akatlar and Nisantisi, offering different music classes. Village Program: 0-18months My Time Program: 18/30months Music & Me Program 2-4 years of age Please contact Ms. Ozlem Hun at info@playtolearn.com.tr or telephone at 0212-352-3031 or 0532-237-2272
Elite Celebrations by Woodsview International Nursery & Pre-School, Tarabya
European Side: Dilek Özkan dilekozkan@outlook.com Oya Kürüm evaluna60@gmail.com Sibel Gözübüyük yogakidz@gmail.com Sima İbrahimiye simaibrahimiye@gmail.com Şaylan Yılmaz saylan.yilmaz@gmail.com Vera Anahmias vanahmias@gmail.com
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This is an international English-speaking playgroup. Each session includes a simple craft activity, refreshments (tea and coffee for the parents, fruit and cake) and music time. There’s a large selection of toys to play with each week. It’s a great place for babies, young children and their mothers, fathers and caregivers to get to know each other. Come along and join in the fun! Free Play Time (getting to know colors, play dough), Music time and tidy-up time. Music time is much more than simply singing songs. We will try to incorporate some clapping rhythms, instruments, and a few action songs or dances to develop the children’s’ s coordination, and also their fine and major motor skills. Our mission is to get the kids rocking and rolling, tapping and clapping, banging and shaking, marching and stamping, moving and swaying to the beatand they will be having a really great time. The parents will too! Elite celebrations also offers its facilities for themed events and birthdays parties. When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursday & Fridays Time: 10:30am-12:30 pm Cost: 480TL Age Group: 0-5 years of age Please contact Sharon Harding at Sharon@woodsviewpreschool. com or telephone at 0212-299-3906(-6765).
http://www.playtolearn.com.tr
Full Circle Healing Doula List *NEW*
Doulas who have completed the İçsel Doğum Doula Training:
Asian Side: Damla Çeliktaban celikdamla@gmail.com Esra Demiröz esraedemiroz@gmail.com Zeynep Birinci Güler zbguler@gmail.com Doulas may be willing to travel to your location. For more detailed information about each doula, and on how a doula can support you, visit www.fullcirclehealing.org
LOLA (Lots of Lovely Art)
http://www.lotsoflovelyart.com After-school workshops, toddler art, kinder art, weekend workshops, holiday camps, themed birthday parties. There is a FREE English library, books and DVD’s which are available to the public every day EXCEPT for Sunday from 3pm-6pm. Weekly Schedule Mondays: Toddler Art (2+) at 4pm. Wednesdays: Toddler Art (18months+) at 10 am & Art Workshops at 4pm. Thursdays: Toddler Art (18+ months) at 10 am; Kinderart (2+) at 4 pm. Fridays: Fine Art Workshops (age 7+) Saturdays: Themed Workshops
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Whether you’re a novice or a serious amateur, or somewhere in between, Executive Chef Fabio Brambilla’s cooking classes at The Kitchen offer something for everyone. Please contact us at +90 212 368 1234 or istanbul.grand.hyatt.com for registration. Hyatt. You Are More Than Welcome.
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OTHER GROUPS & ASSOCIATIONS Alcoholics Anonymous / Al-Anon Open AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) meetings in English are held in the Union Han building on Istiklal Caddesi, Tünel, next to the Swedish Consulate at 6:45 every Monday, Wednesday, Friday (contact 0539 858 6973). There is an Alanon meeting at 6:30 pm on Thursdays in the same location. On Sundays, there is an open AA meeting at 4:15 pm in Harbiye (contact 0539 606 0123). On the Asian side in Kadikoy, there are meetings at 6:00 pm on Thursdays and at 5:30 pm on Saturdays (contact 0537 433 8368). A full listing of all English-speaking AA meetings in Turkey with local contacts can be found on the AA Europe website: www.aa-europe.net
NEW! Asian Ladies of Istanbul The Asian Ladies of Istanbul is a non-profit social group established over 20 years ago where ladies from East Asia living in Istanbul get together for various events and can feel at home while far from their original home. A members-only Facebook page is available for them where they can keep track of the latest monthly luncheons, news, events, photographs and relevant information pertaining to daily life in Istanbul, Turkey. Please contact the group leader, Kim Cakirkaya at kim.cakirkaya@gmail.com or 0533 463 6930 for further information.
ARIT (American Research Institute of Turkey) The Friends of ARIT Istanbul, with branches in North America and Ankara, was established to support the ARIT in Turkey and carry out its scholarly activities. The Istanbul Friends run a year-round program of tours and lectures for members and guests. Membership is open to all interested residents of Istanbul. For further information: 0212 257 81 11.
AWl (American Women of Istanbul) The AWI is a social network open to Americans, Canadians and spouses of U.S. or Canadian citizens living in Istanbul. The AWI provides social programs ranging from special interest groups to charities. If you’re a newcomer to Istanbul please contact our newcomers committee so you can start to feel at home in your new country. Contact: Robi Olsun (ozgunduz@usa.net) or Linda Caldwell (linda@delikiz.com) or please contact us at awiistanbul@gmail.com
Belgian Friends of Istanbul The Belgian Friends of Istanbul help Belgian newcomers to feel at home and make friends quickly. We gather together on a regular basis during a dinner, drink, day at the beach or at the museum, and try to keep our traditions alive like the annual St. Nicholas party for the kids, New Year’s Dinner, Easter brunch. We have our own Facebook page on which members exchange useful info about job opportunities, housing, babysitting, Belgian cultural events in Istanbul, etc.Contact Nathalie Bevernaegie, bfistanbul@gmail.com, www.bfistanbul.be
British Community Council The British Community council (founded 1942) supports ten pensioners and local charities by its fundraising events. Helpers and new members of the BCC always welcome. www.bccistanbul.org, email: chairman©bccistanbul.org or phone 0212 293 59 22 or 0533 217 12 45.
Boy Scouts I Cub Scouts The Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of America is a youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. All boys in grades I - 5 (ages 6 -10) holding a foreign passport are welcome to join Cub Scouts. Older boys (ages II - 18), with foreign passports are welcome to join Boy Scouts. Activities include hiking and camping. Contact: Patricia Lasonde 0216 539 0682, email: plasonde@superonline.com or Vicki Gunay 0216 371 00 71, email: vgunay@superonline.com or mekumcu©superonline.com. www.scouting.org
Bridge Group - All Levels Our bridge group meets on Fridays at 11a.m. All levels of bridge players are welcome. Please contact Sandra at (212) 257-9781 or 0532-483-5319
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practice it. We have lots of fun, hilarious Latin parties, and last but not least, cultural venues. Come on, jump on in, you won’t regret it! Contact: Ninoska Gutierrez Sierra 0533 651 35 81 , Norma Maranges 0532 314 29 34, Lorena Martinez 0533 388 63 09 e-mail: chicasestambul@ yahoo.com.mx It has also an own blog: http://chicasestambul.blogspot. com/ and it's in Facebook under "Chicas Estambul".
Circolo Roma The Italian Association organizes several activities, such as rithmic gymnastic for girls, cooking classes, drawing and painting, yoga, salsa dance, Italian and Turkish conversation, sale of Italian Books,Italian Cinema and more and more. The wonderfull liberty hall can be used for private parties and conferences upon contribution. Please contact info@circoloroma.com
Comunita Italiana For information contact: Armanda Campaner armandacampaner@ ttnet.net.tr (0212) 232 13 51, Beatrice Ghianda 05322118033 or Paola Maresia 05322118033
Die Bruecke DIE BRUECKE ("THE BRIDGE") is a platform for the German speaking community. It was founded in 1989 to serve the needs of a steadily growing community. It is not a German club; it is open for everybody who speaks German. DIE BRUECKE issues a monthly newsletter. Different gatherings, charities, information concerning everyday life, bi-national education, help with bureaucracy and immigration laws in Turkey are covered as well as assistance to newcomers. Contact:. Tel. +90 212 458 9850. Web-page: www.bruecke-istanbul.org, email: info@ bruecke-istanbul.org
NVI- Dutch speaking people in Istanbul The Dutch Club Istanbul is a group of people who like to keep typical Dutch festivities alive, for people who have connection to Holland, who like to meet up with Dutch speaking people. On a monthly basis we organize a get together. Among the festivitieswe do the typical celebrations like Sinterklass (5 December) and Koninginnedag (Queens day). For further information and detailscheck our website www. nv-istanbul.org or contact: secretariaat@nv-istanbul.org Mariska Steenkamer 0530 828 65 65.
Fransız Fakirhanesi - Little Sisters of the Poor Contact: Mother Mary psdptr@gmaıl.com 0212 296 46 08.
FOCI (Friends of Contemporary Istanbul) Working with the international community in promoting the growth and development of contemporary art, the Friends of Contemporary Istanbul aim to enrich the rising art scent in Turkey and to contribute to the cultural life of Istanbul. For further information, please contact jasmine.taranto@gmail.com TeI:+90 532 687 78 99
Friends of India Association (FOIA) The Friends of India Association ( FOIA) is a registered group formed to facilitate Indians in Istanbul to connect through various social events. Our aim is to keep the spirit of India and Indian culture alive by organising various festivals and activities through the year. If you are a newcomer to Istanbul and would like to know more andjoin the association, please contact any of the following: Jugnu Saglik jugnusaglik@yahoo.com, Ambili ramachandran.ambili@gmail.com, Diya khera.diya@gmail.com or Gayatri at chopra.gayatri@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook as Istanbul Indian community (FOIA).
Girls Scouts I Brownies I Daises The Girls Scouts of the USA is the world's largest organization dedicated to helping all girls everywhere build character and gain skills for success in the real world. In an accepting and nurturing environment, and in partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop strong values, leadership skills, social conscience and conviction about their own potential and self-worth. Daisies (ages 5 - 6), Brownies (ages 6-8) and Juniors (ages 8 and above). THE IWI IS LOOKING FOR INFORMATION
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OTHER GROUPS & ASSOCIATIONS REGARDING THIS GROUP “ please email website@iwi-tr.org to update this group.
InterNations InterNations is an organization where global minded people have the opportunity to network and exchange valuable tips and topics regarding expatriate subjects. Twice a month we organize events and provide our members to meet and network. For further information, please check our website http://www.internations.org
Istanbul Accueil Welcomes French speaking newcomers in Istanbul. We publish a monthly newsletter with many activity groups (scrabble, bridge, baby groups, cooking, etc.) Our common language is French and all French speaking women are welcome! www.istanbulaccueil.org, e-mail: istaccueil@gmail. com
Luso Brasileiro Portuguese speaking group. Contact : lsabel ponte Gulpan 0212 669 4943 or 0532 274 1653.
The Istanbul Ottomans Rugby Club Practice every Saturday afternoon at the Dikilitaş Spor Kulübü in Besiktas (directions available at www.ottomansrugby.com).Players of all ages (14+) and levels of fitness welcome, including ladies for our newly formed Ottomans Women Rugby Club. Please contact Özer Önkal at +90 533 482 6262 or email: ozer.ali.onkal@ottomansrugby.com or ozer212@yahoo. com
treated in Turkey. SED’s mission is the enlightenment of humans for the protection of other living beings. SED has been a pioneer in Turkey in developing a program for the adoption of Street animals and cooperates with municipalities in order to promote humane treatment of animals. Contact Big Dog Yuli 0532 3148238, Kit Kat Rob 0542 423 0633, or Cat Lady Leyla 0555 404 3113; email: sahiplenelim@sed-tr.org or on the web at www. sed-tr org
South Africans in Istanbul Please contact esbie@hotmail.com if you are interested in joining an informal group of expatriate South-Africans.
Speech Bubbles Is an international group aiming to perform high-quality Is an international group aiming to perform high-quality musical theater and donating the income to NGO’s supporting children and education. Speech Bubbles is composed of amateur and professional dancers, singers and musicians from II countries. Contact Tom Godfrey 0532 736 7702; www. speechbubbles.org
Support Group for Parents of Children with Special Needs Looking for the support of other parents of children with special needs and additional resources for your child? Please contact Carol Crous for more information on 0533 730 7148 or 0212 2239700.
SWEA (Swedish Women Educational Association) A world-wide network for Swedish or Swedish-speaking women with a chapter in Istanbul. Contact jessica.lundgren@jlu-prod.com
Patchwork Group
IWI Tennis Group
Contact Cynthia Royce 0536 348 4086,cynthroyce@hotmail.com
If you enjoy playing tennis...get ready! The IWI Tennis Group is now forming and times and days have yet to be scheduled but play will take place at Torch Tennis in Tarabya. If you are interested in joining please contact Pervin at pervinleenhouts@gmail.com with your name, telephone number and email address. Teams will be based on skill level and we welcome all players from beginners to intermediate and advanced.
PAWI The Professional American Women of Istanbul, is a network of American/ Canadian women and spouses of Americans/Canadians living in Istanbul. PAWI strives to empower and support members by promoting professional and personal growth. Members inspire each other to achieve and share success. PAWI meetings are held the second Saturday of each month. Each meeting features a guest speaker, and locations alternate between the European and Asian sides. Contact info@pawistanbul.com or visit www.pawistanbul.com
Photo Club of Istanbul Contact person: Jennifer Gurcuoglu E-mail address: photoclubofistanbul@gmail.com
RWG The Russian Speaking Group provides friendship, social contact and support for Russian speaking-women from Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. All women with an interest in Slavic culture are welcomed. Large social events are organized to commemorate the Russian holiday calendar, while smaller gatherings including a motherâ€TMs group (for mothers with children 0 - 4 years old) and a dance group are held on a regular basis. Particular attention is given to developing and maintaining a warm, friendly and helpful atmosphere at all occasions. A contact network enables Russian-speaking women in Istanbul to offer advice based on local knowledge and experience. Contact Ludmina Kalimulina 0532 648 7814, meloditurkes@superonline.com or Natalia Zaporozhets, 0533 484 4513, nati@efdilokulu.com
Toastmasters International-Istanbul Chapter The English speaking Istanbul Toastmasters club is the only local branch of Toastmasters International, an organization that helps its members improve their communication and leadership skills in a supportive environment. ITM meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 19:30-21:30 at the Metro Park Hotel in Taksim. Guests are welcome to attend two meetings free of charge. For further information contact: Madeleine Pelletier, Vice-President Education 0535 227 1074 (vp- education@istanbultoastmasters.org) or Alper Rozanes, Vice-President Membership, 0532 243 3753 (vpmembership@ istanbultoastmasters. org).
Union Church of Istanbul Is an international, inter-denominational church that offers services in English. Please contact Elaine Van Rensburg 0212 244 5763.
Scrabble Group The scrabble Group has been meeting fortnightly on Tuesdays for the past 25 years. Members take turns at hosting events at their home, providing light refreshments for the group. Newcomers are welcome. No specific knowledge or skill is required, besides an interest in the game and in meeting new people. Contact Waltraud Erkut 0212 265 0700 for all things Turkey. Here you can find a lively group of people who discuss everything about Turkey, network and organize social events.
SED (Society for the Education of Social Responsibilities)
SED was founded 2001 to make a change in the way animals are
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partner offers Our Partner Offers page will list various offers and discounts that our partners are extending to IWI members. In order to redeem these partner benefits, you must show your IWI Membership ID card.
EFinst 10 % off for IWI cardholders The most professional and successful private Turkish language school for foreigners in Turkey teaching students how to speak the language accurately and fluently from the first lesson! The EFINST Turkish Centre Istanbul has over 12 years experience in meeting the language and training needs of those who wish to study and improve their Turkish. We are dedicated to promoting international understanding through education and raising the standards of language learning. Contact: info@turkishlesson.com or 0212-282 9064. www.turkishlesson.com
DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul-Moda offers 15% discount for IWI members ! The Doubles Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options featuring international dishes. Our open buffet offers a variety of signature dishes each bursting with flavor. At lunch and dinner you can also choose from our a la carte menu consisting of unique dishes from a variety of cuisines. La Gazetta Café & Bar is ideal for a morning coffee or five o’clock tea during the day. Having a wide range of food & drinks selection, you can relax after an exhausting meeting , catch up with old friends or enjoy music performances in the evenings. Elemental Fitness & SPA is at your service between between 07.00 – 23.00 with its indoor and outdoor pool*, massage rooms, hammam, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, solarium,stott pilates studio and fully equipped fitness room. Our professional staff will bring you a variety of treatments and massages from different parts of the world in a peaceful environment. *summer only Please do not forget to bring your IWI membership card with you! For our Entertainment programs please follow www.facebook.com/ DoubleTreebyHiltonIstanbulModa call 0216 542 43 44.
Le Fumoir at Georges Hotel Galata Now specially for IWI members, Le Fumoir Restaurant & Bar offers a 10 % discount on all restaurant consumption until end of February. Try authentic French food and wine while enjoying the best views in town, from Bosphorus Bridge to Sultanahmet. For reservations call: 90 212 244 24 23 or email info@georges.com
One Night Dress: Stuck on what to wear for a special occasion? Violet Benhabib from One Night Dress in Nişantası rents out exclusive designer dresses and is offering a special discount of 15% for IWI members. The contact person for IWI members is Mrs. Ester and she can be reached on 0533 3633347 or 0532 6469314 for an appointment. Visit www.onenightdress.net to see a sample of what is on offer. For more information e-mail vbenhabib@gmail.com.
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The Learning Center Istanbul in Yenikoy offers free consultation to parents to determine the educational needs of your child and how best to address them. www.thelearningcenteristanbul.com info@thelearningcenteristanbul.com
Time Out Istanbul in English is offering a 25% discount on subscriptions. Make Time Out Istanbul in English your monthly go-to guide for the city by contacting: Gizem Unsalan 02122871990 gizem@timeoutistanbul.com - www.timeoutistanbul.com/english
NBA Saloon (Etiler) as an IWI Partner is pleased to announce that IWI members will be given the following privileges up until December 31, 2012: * 20% discount on all hair, make up and nail spa services * 10% discount on Mystic Tan (UV free tanning) To take advantage of this beauty offer at NBA Saloon where you will discover the “new you”, you are invited to come see us! For questions please contact Enver Celikbas at 0533 774 08 27.
Da Vittorio Restaurant You do not have to go all the way to Italy to be served authentic Italian food. Just go to Da Vittorio’s in the heart of Beyoglu. Ladies of the IWI is offered a 15 % discount at Da Vittorio restaurant. This offer is valid everyday except Friday and Saturday dinner. Please make a reservation at: vittoriosindoni@yahoo.com or call: 0212 – 245 8817 www.davittorioistanbul.com
“SWAAD -The Taste Of India”. We are pleased to introduce our restaurant “SWAAD -The Taste Of India”. In the world of options, Istanbul has got confined choice of international cuisine. We are here to offer authentic Indian cuisine with a variety of palatable dishes. The menu provides enormous options to the guests to savor the meal of their own choice. Now special offer for IWI card holders at ‘’SWAAD INDIAN RESTAURANT’’ - 10 % off on every meal you have in restaurant and special prices for occasion parties. Please contact us: Tel: 0212 518 71 10 – 0212 518 71 11 Web: www.swaad.com.tr
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Kadiköy Şifa is offering members: * A 10% discount for all medical services at both their Kadıköy and Ataşehir hospitals. * For Longevity and Wellness Clinic services A discount of 20% for cash payment more than 1000TRY. A discount of 10% on installments more than 1000TRY. A discount of 7% for single procedures. * For Varix Center (Varicose Veins and Vascular Surgery) treatments, 15% discount byildirim@kadikoysifa.com , www.kadikoysifa.com/ipc
Erickson Collage “The Art and Science of Coaching” Certified Program in ISTANBUL Module I “Inspiration and Foundation” 7-10 March 2013 Complete the certification process including all 4 modules to become an internationally recognised certified Professional Coach with credentials from Erickson Collage as well as the ICF(International Coach Federation). 100 tl. off per Module for IWI cardholders Each Module 4 days between 9:30 -17:00 Contact Info- Denge Merkezi -0216 550 80 55 or Janet Soyak-532 287 80 60 www.dengemerkezi.com
During 2013 Isda Bebek Wellness Center is pleased to offer you the most incredible gifts... For the “Midas and Microplus” body reshaping systems we offer 10 bonus sessions for each 10 sessions purchased. Also…in our ‘’antiaging and weight loss sessions’’ we offer a %30 discount and for “spa and massage treatments ‘’ a %50 discount with cash payment . For a complete list of services please visit our website www.isdabebek.com İsda Body &Soul Works Bebek Kücük Bebek Caddesi No:23 Tel:0212 2652686
Soul Group At Incirli Saraphane more than 20 Turkish wine companies came together and created Turkey’s richest wine bar for you. There are more than 500 different kinds of local and imported wines at very special producer prices. You can enjoy your wine with music, local and imported cheese and charcuterie selection. Incirli Saraphane is offering a 10% discount for all members on our wine and cheese workshops, both those we have in our regular calendar of events and private workshops you may wish to organize for a group of 8 or more. In addition, if you dine in one of our other restaurants on the same day (Kydonia or La Mancha) you will receive a complimentary dessert. For more information see our website: http://incirlisaraphane.com
Hillside Sports is offering a 20% discount on general memberships to IWI members. For details, please contact: galiahasid@hillside.com.tr
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Dessin Travel Agency is offering a %15 discount on regular Istanbul Tours (Istanbul Classics, Ottoman Relics, Byzantine&Ottoman Relics, Bosphorus Cruise on Private Boat, Dolmabahçe Palaca&Two Continents, Princes's Islands, 1001 Nights.) For details, please contact: info@dessin.com.tr Dessin Turizm Seyahat A.Ş Cumhuriyet Caddesi Çelik Apt. No:141/3 Harbiye 34367 İstanbul - Turkey T +90 212 224 2015 F +90 212 224 2018 www.dessin.com.tr
Concept Languages Located in the heart of Etiler, Concept Languages is offering free Turkish conversation classes to any IWI member presenting their card. Classes will take place twice a month between 14:30 – 15:30 and for full information and reservations please contact Başak Toksoy 0212 351 18 40 basak.toksoy@conceptlanguages.com
Arşipel Restaurant With more then 20 year experience in real Agean fish and seafood cuisine, the owner of Arşipel Restaurant is proud to present the newest addition- Arşipel Sushi. Only the fresh, never frozen ingredients. You will be pleasantly surprised! Lucky ladies of IWI will get special discount of 15 % for lunch ( between 12-18) and 10% for dinner ( 18-24). Offer valid for take out menu as well. Tel 0212-265-9600 www.arsipel.com.tr
34 Restaurant at The Grand Hyatt 10% discount for all IWI members who enjoy Sunday Brunch at 34 Restaurant throughout March. At 34, you will find a wide variety of options, including appetisers, soups, a selection of morning bakery items and egg dishes. In addition, you will find 30 cheese varieties from different regions of Turkey, charcuterie and meze served in the Charcuterie & Cheese Room. Pastries and desserts are served in the Patisserie and guests can enjoy freshly baked products in the Bakery. Come and enjoy show kitchens, a lively atmosphere and a display of the best available “food under the sun” for brunch.
Dessin Travel Agency is offering a %15 discount on regular Istanbul Tours (Istanbul Classics, Ottoman Relics, Byzantine&Ottoman Relics, Bosphorus Cruise on Private Boat, Dolmabahçe Palaca&Two Continents, Princes’s Islands, 1001 Nights.) For details, please contact: info@dessin.com.tr Dessin Turizm Seyahat A.Ş Cumhuriyet Caddesi Çelik Apt. No:141/3 Harbiye 34367 İstanbul Turkey T +90 212 224 2015 F +90 212 224 2018 http://www.dessin.com.tr
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We are pleased to introduce our restaurant “SWAAD-The taste of India”. In the world of Options, Istanbul has got confined choice of International cuisine. We are here to offer authentic Indian cuisine with a variety of palatable dishes. The menu provides enormous option to the Guests to savor the meal of their own choice. Please contact us : TEL : 0212 518 71 10 – 0212 518 71 11 Mobile :- 0533 412 26 00 , 0533 320 71 30 Web : www.swaad.com.tr E-mail :- swaad@swaad.com.tr , rishya@swaad.com.tr
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Professional piano, singing, music theory lessons are provided by Dobrinka Chavdarova - Guven , experienced teacher with practice and master classes in Istanbul, Munchen, Varna . The lessons are available only at the students` homes - the age diapason is 5-65 ! The main used method is the Oxford one, mixed with music literature, according to the level and capacity of the student . Bulgarian herself, speaks fluently Russian, English, Turkish and some French.? Lessons will be available from 27th May 2013 For more info , please call : (+359) 301 83158 - home (+359) 878 665737 (+359) 887 413744 cell e-mail : dobra_music@abv.bg
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MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN OF ISTANBUL May 2013
05 MAY 2013 MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNA TIONAL WOMEN OF IST ANBUL