Located on Whidbey Island, NWLA’s Summer Language Camps provide immersion instruction through fun, themed activities in a beautiful outdoor setting. Now in their 16th year, these popular camps allow students to explore a country’s culture while learning the language with lasting results. “French camp was the highlight of my childhood. I remember suddenly realizing there is so much more in the world,” said a 17 year old who is now back … Continue reading →
Posted in Guesthouse, Langley WA, Language camp, NWLA, Northwest Language Academy, Whidbey Island, chinese, cultural exchange, french, japanese, spanish
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Tagged Camp, chinese, Dynasties, English, french, German, japanese, Movies, spanish, Sports, Summer, Wabi-Sabi
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A big thanks to everyone who attended this weekend’s Meet Macedonia! Language of Food Event, and to all our staff and volunteers who helped make it possible. It was a truly memorable occasion – with culinary discoveries from baked eggs and baklava to mastika and spit-roasted lamb. Thanks especially to Ljupka Kolorovska for preparing so many delicious dishes, to Dr. Michael Seraphinoff for his collaboration with us on the evening … Continue reading →
Posted in Josette Hendrix, Langley WA, Language of Food, NWLA, Northwest Language Academy, Uncategorized, Whidbey Island, cultural exchange
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Tagged Balkans, dance, Dr. Michael Seraphnoff, Dragi Spasovski, food, Language of Food, Ljupka Kolarovska, Macedonia, music, Northwest Langauge Academy, NWLA
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by Dr. Michael Seraphinoff Violent conflict erupted in the Republic of Macedonia in the Spring of 2001 between armed insurgents from the ethnic Albanian minority community and state security forces chiefly representing the Macedonian majority community. Hostilities were brought to a close six months later when representatives of both the Macedonian and ethnic Albanian communities signed the Ohrid Framework Agreement brokered by representatives of the international community (represented here by … Continue reading →
Posted in Hearthside Talks, Langley WA, Language of Food, NWLA, Northwest Language Academy, Uncategorized, Whidbey Island, cultural exchange
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Tagged Albanians, Dr. Michael Seraphinoff, Ethnic Conflict, fireside chats, Macedonia, Ohrent Peace Agreement, Peter Lippman
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Join NWLA for the latest in our Fireside Chat Series: “Cultural Identity – Ethnic Conflict” With Dr. Michael Seraphinoff and Peter Lippman Wednesday April 11th, 2012, 7-9 PM At the NWLA Cultural Center, Langley, Whidbey Island Humanity’s lack of understanding of and value for diversity is deadening our ability to regenerate vital social, ecological, and spiritual systems. NWLA’s new series, “Fireside Chats” is a forum on a human scale to … Continue reading →
Posted in Ashingdon Manor, Guesthouse, Hearthside Talks, Langley WA, Language of Food, NWLA, Northwest Language Academy, Uncategorized, Whidbey Island, cultural exchange
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Tagged Balkan Conflict, Balkans, Cultural identity, Dr. Michael Seraphnoff, Ethnic Conflict, Macedonia, Peter Lippman, Yugoslavia
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SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, April 14th, 2012 Meet Macedonia NWLA Language of Food Series Celebrate the renewal of Spring with the traditions of Macedonia, land of Alexander the Great, the Ottomans, the Roma, and centuries of political and cultural change. Learning how to communicate across cultural differences is key to global peace, and in this event, we hope to learn from the hard-earned wisdom of the Macedonian people. Enjoy food … Continue reading →
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Tagged cultural exchange, Dragi Spasovski, event, Fireside Chat, food, Language of Food, Ljupka Kolarovska, Macedonia, Michael Seraphinoff, music, NWLA
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HEARTHSIDE TALKS Cultural Values- Cultural Wellness with Stephan A. Schwartz February 25, 2012, 7pm at NWLA Cultural Center, 5023 Langley Rd, Langley, WA 98260 Reserve by Friday 2/24 to join a 6pm pre-talk supper catered by Whidbey Rice. The meal will include handmade vegetarian mini eggrolls, kale quiche, organic salad from Shipki Farm, and beverages. Cost: $12. Call NWLA at 360-321-2101 to register. “Hearthside Talks” is NWLA’s new series of … Continue reading →
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Tagged cultural exchange, culture, fireside chats, health, hearthside talks, Lectures, NWLA, Schwartz, talks, wellness
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During the Belle Époque, that period roughly between 1890-1914, France experienced a rush of cultural exuberance marked by peace, optimism, and technological progress spurred on by the industrial revolution. Everyone, from the worker on up, had more time to spare. As a result, leisure began to democratize. Entertainments, once strictly divided by class, began to take a form that encouraged social and cultural mixing. The first cabaret was opened in … Continue reading →
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Tagged artists, cabaret, Can can, cancan, dance, France, french, Language of Food, Le Chat Noir, Moulin Rouge, music, Paris
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Our Fête d’Amour is fast approaching! Below, Chef Jacob Wiegner shares his dinner menu to whet our palates for the big event. Bon Appétit! Menu Canapé Mousse de foie de volaille (Poultry liver mousse on crostini) Gougere au comté (Profiteroles with comté cheese) 1. Salade de betterave au fromage de chevré avec noisettes et menthe (Beet salad with goat cheese, hazelnuts and mint) 2. Joue de porc avec ratatouille citrouille … Continue reading →
February 18th, 2012, 6-9 PM An intimate evening of French food, music, and romance in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. The NWLA Cultural Center invites you to dust off your rose-colored glasses as their popular Language of Food Series continues on Saturday, February 18th, 2012, with Fête d’Amour. This unique series explores cuisines and cultures from around the world, and the ways in which they maintain an unbroken relationship with traditions of the … Continue reading →
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Tagged cabaret, cooking class, dance, food, France, french, Language of Food, music, Paris
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The Chinese Lunar New Year begins on January 23rd this year, with the traditional two-week celebration lasting through February 6th’s Lantern Festival. The year 2012 marks the 4710th consecutive New Year in the Chinese Calendar–the Year of the Dragon, according to the Chinese zodiac. Losar, the Tibetan Lunar New Year, will begin February 22nd. On Wednesday, January 25th from 5:00-6:00pm, NWLA will host DaiRin-San, the head monk at Tahoma One … Continue reading →
Posted in Langley WA, NWLA, Northwest Language Academy, Uncategorized, Whidbey Island, chinese, cultural exchange
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Tagged blessing, Buddhist, ceremony, chinese, New Year, Tibetan, Year of the Dragon
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