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Latest News from Wales and All over the world! March 11th
Please let us know if you have any Announcments/Up coming events/Press releases/Questions or Comments. It's always great to hear from our readers!!! E-mail: carwynedwards993@hotmail.com or cymru20012000@yahoo.com
Latest Welsh News - Newyddion Diweddaraf !
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- Tryweryn reservoir 'unnecessary' - The flooding of a village 40 years ago to provide water for Liverpool was not necessary, according to new research.
- Be king of the castle for £5k - A HAUNTED Welsh castle could be yours for as little as £5,000 when it comes up for auction early next month.
- North American Welsh link-up to boost trade - THE two North American Welsh business membership organisations are joining forces
- Rising star of kitchen jets off down under - A TALENTED young Welsh chef will be putting his culinary skills to the test against the best in the world when he jets off to New Zealand today.
- Missionaries spread word of God in Wales - WELSH missionaries travelled thousands of miles to spread the word of God, but the roles are reversed today as Indian missionaries arrive in Wales to offer spiritual guidance.
- I first did it to raise cash - A NORTH Wales doctor's daughter with a first-class university degree is earning a fortune stripping for the stars. Ruth hoped to write for American magazines when she landed in New York but abandoned her dream after running into visa problems.
- Melbourne06: Wales set target - Among the Welsh team – which consists of 80 men and 63 women – there are several potential gold medallists.
- Voice of Welsh folk lore - In 1964, a fresh-faced young historian started work at the Welsh Folk Museum at St Fagans. Dr Robin Gwyndaf has become synonymous with the Museum and its ground-breaking research in the fields of Folk Lore and Oral History.
- Agor ysgol feithrin yn Y Wladfa - Mae ysgol feithrin wedi agor yn swyddogol yn Nhrelew ym Mhatagonia
Readers Comments - Geiriau gan yr darllenwyr!
Once again, stupidity in the name of charity, Mrs Swale-Pope started her quest to walk around the globe, and also raise money for various cancer and orphan charities, more than two years ago after her husband died of prostate cancer.Quote "She left her home in Tenby, Pembrokeshire with nearly no money and few supplies. "and when she gets into trouble the local rescue services will once again have to put their live on the line, waste more taxpayers money and tie up valuable resources.Quote " But an Alaska National Guard spokesman told the Anchorage Daily News they would not be taking her back to the island. "Our job is to rescue people, not to provide a taxi service," said Major Mike Haller. Thank god for common sense.Why do people do this, and why are they not charged with reckless endangerment when they are rescued?
Huwhjones0424@rogers.com
Undoubtedly the most famous Welsh-American yet was John L (for Llewellyn) Lewis, appropriately enough a leader of the Mineworkers' union, who went on to found the modern, industrial union movement through his leadership of the CIO (Congress of Industrial Organizations). The rise in living standards that created the post-war "American middle class" owes more to John L Lewis than to any other single person.
Lewis famously broke away from the old unions with a single blow - an actual punch, to the leader of the Carpenters Union on the floor of the 1935 Convention of the American Federation of Labor, because of the AFL's refusal to organize poor and immigrant workers. Polls taken at the time showed that by 1940 Lewis' name was best-known in the USA after President Franklin D Roosevelt. Let's hope that a future Presidential address will acknowledge this deservedly famous son of Wales! Hwyl Steve Edwards, welfarewrkr@igc.orgPresident, Local 2858 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Chicago, Illinois (and graduate of the University of Wales, class of 1974).
Just letting you know that, I am representing wales and the UK, in a concert for the World Harp Orchestra, being held in SanDiego, CA. The fund is going to a very worth while cause, disaster relief aid, but the orchestra will have harpists from all around the world, but only one from Wales, one from from England.We are also, all harp therapists from around the world...Historical concert I will also be one of the soloists for this concert. World Harp OrchestraSt Patricks Day ConcertMarch 17th 2006. 7:30pmat the Red Lion Hanelai Hotel, North circle, San Diego, CATickets available from: Toll free 1-866-468-3Adults -$50.00children/ Seniors-$35.00 Diolch or galon,Cariad MawrBethan Myfanwy HughesInternational Harpist & Vocalistwww.bethanmyfanwy.co.uk
Paris Welsh Society
The Annual Saint David’s Day Dinner of the Paris Welsh Society was held on Saturday 4th March 2006 at the restaurant “Les Noces de Jeanette”.
The ladies dressed our tables with daffodils and Welsh flags and the attending members had an excellent four-course meal with aperitif, wine and coffee. Our entertainment this year was provided by Huw Rhys-Evans, an operatic tenor of international renown, accompanied by Mr Dafydd Harries, who sang and played a variety of popular Welsh songs. They were relayed by our own local talent, Jim Rowlands, accompanied by Hywel John on the Celtic harp. It was generally agreed that the standard of music was outstanding and both acts were warmly received by the audience. Even the restaurant manager sent his compliments!
The principal guest, Mr Jeffrey Thomas, the British Consul-General proposed a toast to the Society. In his finely crafted speech, he recalled the early history of the Paris Welsh Society, which is over a hundred years old and the oldest of the British societies in Paris, a fact we have to be proud of. He underlined the importance of the actions of the society in the modern world in fostering Franco-Gallic relations, France being Wales’ 4th export market in economic terms.
John Evans, President, replied. After giving thanks to our Secretary for her work in informing our members of our events and to Mr and Mrs J Hawkins for their hospitality to our guest entertainers from Wales, he read some anecdotes from the Minutes book from the time of the re-formation of the Society in 1953. The fact that the Society had already held a St David’s Day event at the very same restaurant in 1961 did not go unmentioned. He finished with a quick review of upcoming events for 2006. The traditional Tombola was drawn by Mrs Leslie Thomas and twenty prizes were distributed.The evening ended at midnight with some very good communal singing led by our guest artistes.John EVANSjohnevans@wanadoo.frParis
Join the Welsh League of Arizona at the The 23rd Saint Patrick's Day Parade & Faire, Saturday 11th of March 2006 in Downtown Phoenix.
http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/
Vacation To Peru
I just wanted you to know how much I enjoy all the Welsh related items and information on the web site.My father and all aunts & uncles were born & raised in Llanelli.My grandmother would not let any of the family come to the US till all had completed school in Wales.(10 children)I hope to go back to Wales in September.I am going on vacation to Peru next week. I wonder if I will meet any Welsh ? I know that Cuzco has a few Irish pubs. Thank you, Diana Morgandmorgan@nikon.com
Eisteddfod Trevelin 2006 - Ariannin - Argentina
dewch i´r andes i brofi un o´r digwyddiadau pwysicaf yn nghalendr y cymunedau cymreig yma rhwng 28 a 29 ebrill. mae´r cystadleuthau ar agor i bawb ac mae´r rhaglen ar gael ar y we. rydym yn barod i groesawu ffrindiau o gaiman, trelew, porth madryn, buenos aires..ac wrth gwrs cymru! edrychwch allan am ein wefan newydd cyn bo hir! am fwy o wybodaeth cysylltwch a eisteddfod_trevelin@yahoo.com.ar
come to the andes to experience one of the most important cultural events in the welsh communities here between 28 and 29 april. the competitions are open to all and the programme is available on the web. we are ready to welcome friends from gaiman, trelew, porth madryn, buenos aires and of course wales! look out for our new website before long! for more information contact eisteddfod_trevelin@yahoo.com.ar.
Dathliadau Gwyl Dewi yn yry Andes
mae wedi bod yn amser brysur iawn yma yn yr andes gyda chroesawu clare yr ahrawes o gymru nol ´i{r wladfa a dathlu dydd ein nawddsant. yn nhrevelin cynhaliwyd cymanfa ganu ar nos sadwrn 4 mawrth yn nghapel bethel gyda llond y capel o ganu emynau mewn harmoni. yn esquel cynhaliwyd swper yn y ganolfan i ddathlu dydd gwyl dewi ar nos sadwrn 4 mawrth hefyd. dysgon ni fwy am ein nawddsant yn ogystal a lenwi{n boliau ag empanadas a theisen ! it has been a very busy time here in the andes welcoming clare the teacher from wales back to the wladfa as well as celebrating the day of our patron saint. in trevelin a cymanfa ganu was held on saturday 4 march with the chapel full of hymn singing in harmony. in esquel a supper was held in the ganolfan to celebrate st david´s day where we learned more about our patron saint along with filling our stomachs with empanadas and cake!
ysgolion cymraeg yr andes/ the welsh school of the andes Saludos! Margarita Green mgreen@ciudad.com.ar
Welsh Society of Philadelphia - Award to University of Ottawa Professor
The Welsh Society of Philadelphia founded in 1722 has awarded itsprestigious Robert Morris Award for 2006 to Dr Paul W. Birt, Chair ofCeltic Studies at the University of Ottawa. The society seeks annually toaward recognition of a Welsh-North American who has brought pride andacknowledgement of the contributions of Welsh people in the Americas.DrBirt was invited to attend the annual St David's dinner held inPhiladelphia on March 4th 2006 where he received the award. The award thisyear was given in recognition of the recipient's contribution to Welshscholarship, and promotion of the Welsh language.
The Robert Morris Award was instigated in 1954 in memory of a notedWelsh-American of the early 18th century who was credited with financingthe War for American Independance. Amongst other recipients of the awardare John Llewellyn Lewis (1958), the labour leader, Dr Islwyn Thomas O.B.E(1981), writer on Welsh heritage, Dr Gwynfor Evans (1984), author,historian and former president of Plaid Cymru, Eirlys Evans Lewis (1998),Welsh soloist, and Sir Howard Stringer (2003) CEO Sony America.
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Welsh language class - Pittsburgh Greetings from the St. David's Society of Pittsburgh. A belated Happy St. David's Day.We will be continuing our Welsh language classes again this spring.The classes will be starting on Tuesday March 7th and continue for 12 weeks until May 30th.The classes will again be held in Room 1228 at the Cathedral of Learning on Pitt's campus.The classes will be instructed again by Rhob EvansThe class sessions will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m.The fee for the course is $10.If there are any questions please contact;Pauline Lewis at bpu9@cdc.gov orDale P. Richards at Reddragondale@msn.com Happy SpringDale P. Richards St. David's Society of Pittsburgh www:stdavidssociety.org
I thought you'd like to know that the new community website for Welsh people around the world I mentioned when we e-mailed each other last month, has just been launched - on St David's Day. http://www.walesunited.com I hope that you can give it a mention in a future issue of your newsletter. If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards Robert Wales UnitedPO Box 222AbergavennyGwent, NP7 5YGUKtel/fax: ++44(0)1873-855552e: robert@walesunited.comw: www.walesunited.com
New Novel by Welsh-American Author
Bardsong Press is delighted to announce the release of THE ANVIL STONE, by award-winning author Kathleen Cunningham Guler. This book is the third in her four-part Macsen’s Treasure Series of historical novels that include INTO THE PATH OF GODS and IN THE SHADOW OF DRAGONS.
Set in the fifth-century period leading to King Arthur’s rise to power and told from the Celtic point of view, THE ANVIL STONE continues the adventures of spy and master of disguise Marcus ap Iorwerth and his wife Claerwen. The story begins with rival factions instigating war and while Marcus sets out to quash their treachery, Claerwen discovers those same factions are also searching for one of Britain’s most cherished symbols—a magnificent sword of the ancient high kings. Lost for decades, it is part of Britain’s future and must pass to a great king called Arthur whose golden reign has been prophesied to come. With battle about to erupt, Marcus learns an assassin who has been hounding him may be the only one who could lead him to the sacred sword.
Ms. Guler has studied Celtic history and Arthurian legend for more than twenty years in both the United States and Great Britain and has published numerous articles, essays, short stories and poetry. A descendant of the Celtic nations of Wales and Scotland, she is a member of the Historical Novel Society and the International Arthurian Society. Her books are available from bookstores and online. www.bardsongpress.com
As always, the newsletter is excellent, and the messages from Welsh people all over the world add the greatest enjoyment. Thank you for putting all the components together for a good read!
An idea has been rattling around in my head for several months. Let me run this past you.
It's clear there's a housing crisis in Wales for at least two reasons. One is the prohibitive cost of houses. The other is the influx of English people buying up what's available. One or both of these reasons severely inhibit young Welsh people from buying a house in which to raise their families.
Would it be possible to form a non-profit group comprised of all Welsh associations in the States? The idea would be to pool our funds, buy houses in Wales, then work with real estate agents to give priority to Welsh (speaking?) people. It's a complicated undertaking; I imagine some international law and real estate policies would be involved.
Do you think this is workable, and is it worth taking up such a project?
Best regards, Theresa Clark
I just got back from our St David's Day banquet it was at thePresbyterian Church in Oak Hill. Ohio, there was a lot of singing and good food, also several Welsh students that attend Rio GrandeCollege, Oak Hill is a very welsh town lots of the early Welsh settledhere including all my grandparents that came here from Wales I also received the letter from President Bush, about the Welsh in America I enjoy your news letter and read every word of it Nos DaMildred Griffiths Sandlin millies@ohiohills.com Ohio
Subject: Welsh speaking families?
I work in Cardiff. I'm looking for welsh speaking families who live abroad, can you help? Teuluoedd Cymraeg? Oes rhywun yn byw dramor ac yn dal i ddysgu Cymraeg i'w plant? Yn chwilio am deuluoedd Cymraeg dramor Email: lisa.snowball@bbc.co.uk
Anybody interested in starting a Welsh Society in Adeilade please contact Awen Griffiths.Os oes Cymry Cymraeg yn Adelaide ,Awstralia sydd a diddordeb mewn dechrau Cymdeithas Gymraeg i gael sgwrshio a chael paned unwaith bob tri mis cysylltwch ag Awen Griffiths ar awenjohn@iprimus.com.au
Hong Kong Welsh!
Poolside Party with the Welsh 7s Rugby Team. The party will be on Wednesday, 29 March and will held at the Poolside at the Hong Kong Football Club, 2/F, 3 Sports Road, Happy Valley.
The bash will start at 8.30pm with the full BBQ buffet being served at 8.45pm. There will be a cash bar at club prices. Ticket prices, which includes the full BBQ, are HK$170 for adults (aged 12 an over), HK$140 for children aged 3-11 and children under 3 are admitted free of charge.
To purchase your tickets please send your cheques made payable to “St David’s Society of Hong Kong” to Bill Morrison, 22 King Kwong Street, 2/F Happy Valley. If you want more information about buying tickets please contact Bill on tel: +852 932 87304 or email: wjmorrison97@hotmail.com. http://www.sds.hk/home.html
Chilean Poet Pablo Neruda in Welsh
Just to let you know that one of our members has translated Chilean poet Pablo Neruda into Welsh and that we will be having a Trilingual Poetry Recital here in Swansea the first Saturday in May.More details will be put on our website soon: www.alas.org.uk Many thanks, Patricia Rodríguez-Martínez-Jonespatricia.martinez@ntlworld.comEvent OrganiserALAS
Bydd yr Eisteddfod Genedleathol yn Abertawe eleni. Os diddordeb'da chi mewn cystadlu, mae'r llawer o gystaleuaeth i ddysgwyr. Yn gymwys, fydd cystadleuaeth o'r teilt "y profiad i ddysgu Cymraeg y tu allan o Gymru".....the experience of learning Welsh outside of Wales. Now, most people on here live outside of Wales and so are eligible to compete. There is no level set for this competition....complete leaners or more fluent can all have a go. The competition involves writing a short piece in Welsh. Details on the Eisteddfod site; http://www.eisteddfod.org.uk/
Now, think about it...how about competing (WINNING?????) in the national eisteddfod, all you overseas learners....and if you got anywhere in the competition, well you would just have to come wouldnt you! And if nothing else, well you would have had a real experience of the Welsh way of life, wouldnt you? Go For It! Its fun and its Welsh and its worth a crack!DAVID PORTER quasimodo1@btinternet.com
MICHIGAN WELSH GATHER FOR ST. DAVID'S DAY The St. David's Welsh Society of Michigan will sponsor its 10th annual St. David's Day Dinner on Saturday, March 11th, at St. David's Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road in Lansing, Michigan. The celebration begins with a social hour from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. when all SDWSM members and guests have a chance to renew old friendships and get to know each other better, while enjoying an awesome array of delicious hors d'oeuvres supplied by the members. Dinner follows around 5:15 or so, featuring a generous portion of shepherd's pie and creamy cole slaw supplied by the Sidetrack Restaurant in Ypsilanti, MI. Complementing the main course will be a special soup, assorted fancy desserts and traditional beverages. Entertainment and group singing will round out the evening from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Ticket price is $17 per person (same as last year). For reservations, contact Marian Davis at 231-744-7440 or mdavis@wmis.net --OR-- Brian Hill at 734-761-4921 or brianhill60@yahoo.com. Thanks again, Carwyn~ Marian Davismdavis@wmis.net
Welsh Events in Chicago - March 2006
March is shaping up to be another busy month for Welsh events in Chicago, with events and performances to suit all tastes.Please contact The Chicago Tafia - welshchicago@aol.com - for more information.
http://www.geocities.com/TheChicagoTafia/
Come to California to Study Welsh This Year!
2006 is here, and Course organizers Brenda Jones Belaski, Maxine Garrison, and Sarah Stevenson are hard at work to ensure that Cwrs y Cwm Canol, The Central Valley Course (July 16 - 23, 2006), is a fun and educational experience. The course will be held at University of the Pacific in sunny Stockton, California, about 80 miles east of San Francisco. We've already updated the course website with details on how to get to Stockton, including airport information and driving directions. Please visit the following page for details: http://www.madog.org/cyrsiau/eleni/index.shtml
This year, Mark Stonelake will return for his third stint as Lead Teacher, presiding over a week of Welsh language classes, folk dancing, socializing, and singing—both spontaneous and organized. The entire teaching staff—all experienced tutors from Wales and North America—gets into the spirit of the the afternoon workshops, evening activities, and the Cwrs Eisteddfod, which presents awards for competition at three levels of language proficiency. The week will end with a special banquet and a noson lawen that celebrates cwrs participants' hidden talents as well as their newly acquired language skills.
The course will include an optional mid-week field trip to Sacramento, the capital of California, to visit the stately Capitol building and historic Old Sacramento, followed by a picnic dinner at a local park. Also notable about the 2006 course is a one-time scholarship for full tuition, room and board to commemorate the 30th Cwrs Cymraeg. Details about scholarships and online registration are available on the Cymdeithas Madog website at www.madog.org. The deposits are already rolling in, so don't wait too long to decide. Join old and new friends for a week of hwyl learning about the Welsh language and culture in California's fertile Central Valley.
Dyn ni'n edrych ymlaen at eich gweld chi yn California!Sarah Stevenson president@madog.org
SUMMER SCHOOLS for Welsh Learners at the Department of Lifelong Learning, University of Wales, Bangor. An excellent course for practising and improving your Welsh in an informal, light-hearted atmosphere. You’ll also meet all kinds of people of all ages and backgrounds.
Venues: Bangor, Mold & Pwllheli
A Summer School will be suitable for you if you:
• are currently learning Welsh in a class on any level; • know some Welsh already • know no Welsh at all
We can send you details of accommodation in the area. For further information please contact us on + 44 (0)1248 382757 or ems403@bangor.ac.uk Alternatively you can find out more about the courses on our website at www.bangor.ac.uk/ced
Thanks for the material you send to us it always makes interesting reading. I have a question. Would you be able to help us in our quest to find some financial backers? Celtica Radio has been on-line for nearly six years, and for the most part funded out of our own pockets. We are looking to raise enough money to expand our station and build the necessary studios, and underwrite the running costs during the crucial start-up and growth time of the business. Because we are a completely independent [and wholly Welsh owned] company, with a mission statement of noble values, and promotion of our unique culture, the established corporate broadcasters will not support us. I understand that nothing is for free in this world, and my group would be prepared to have meaningful discussions with any interested party who shares our values, and understands our culture. I also know that a significant amount of money goes to the exchequer, when it could be put to use in supporting a business such as ours. And of course, such investment is tax deductible. Have a look through our website at www.celticaradio.com have listen to our programming, showcasing artists from Wales, other Celtic nations and the rest of the world, communicated by the voices representing all the areas of Wales, and one or two other Celtic nations too. We really could do with some philanthropic assistance. Best wishes, Bill Everatbilleveratt@hotmail.comManaging DirectorCeltica Radio LtdUK - 01656 720101
The BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) Cymru awards will be held in Cardiff on April 22nd 2006. A number of corporate sponsorship packages are available for businesses and organizations keen to support this unique event in the Welsh TV and film calendar. The ceremony is expected to attract over 1000 professionals from the television and film industry in Wales and beyond. Sponsorship packs are available from Rhodri Ellis Owen c/o Cambrensis Communications on rhodri@cambrensis.uk.com. Details on BAFTA Cymru itself can be found on their website: http://www.bafta-cymru.org.uk Diolch, RhodriRhodri@cambrensis.uk.com
Melbourne Messages
A melbourne-based newspaper is asking for your messages of support for Welsh athletes competing in the Commonwealth Games.
The Geelong Advertiser, is inviting people to send messages to be printed in the paper and online to bolster Team Wales' chances.
Send messages to nia@geelongadvertiser .com.au
Anybody interested in Canadian Welsh history please contact for a wonderful written study of the subject.Os oes ganddo chi diddordeb yn hanes Cymry Canada. ? Cysylltwch a isod am mwy o wybodaeth!Eirian J Williams, Llandysul, Ceredigion EJWilliams.aigwmni@btinternet.com
Argentina/ArianninAnnwyl Carwyn: Diolch yn fawr iawn. Mirna, Ivana, Armando In Cordillera de los Andes,April 27and 28, 2006 Trevelin´s EisteddfodApril 30, 2006 Plebiscite Commemmoration
In Península Valdes y GaimanWelsh cultural centre in Patagoniaseptember 7th to 9 th Youth Eisteddfod in Gaimanoctober 26 th to 29 th
In Buenos AiresEnjoy Tango dance, best beef and wines.rugby: Wales(Draig Goch) v. Argentina (Los Pumas)10 and 17 june - 2006 Contac us: aferreira@tierrasurpatagonia.com.ar
Welsh Rugby Tour in PatagoniaOne of the members of London Welsh Rugby Club, Jeremy Wood, now livesin Welsh Patagonia and he has arranged a fantastic itinerary foranyone who wants to see the best of Welsh Patagonia, leaving BuenosAires for a ten day tour immediately after the second test on June 19.
The itinerary will take in Puerto Madryn, Trelew, Peninsula Valdes andGaiman in the East and Esquel, Trevelin and the national parks in theWest. You will have the opportunity to meet the local Welsh people,marvel at the spectacular countryside, ride on the Old PatagonianExpress, spot a few condors and get to understand the history of thesettlements and the (very rosy) future for the Welsh language andWelsh traditions. And, wherever you go, hospitality, wine and thefinest meat in the World.
He has also made arrangements for accommodation and side trips at thetest match venues for those who just want to go for the two tests onJune 10 and June 17.
Contact jeremy at jeremybernardwood@gmail.com for more information.
Colorado Welsh Society presents "The Welsh Merlin"
We usually think of Merlin as the ancient, wise magician in a pointy hat, but Merlin is really much more when we consider his Welsh roots. Celtic folklorist Larry Eson, Ph.D., will present "Merlin in Early Welsh and Arthurian Tradition" on Saturday, March 25, 7:00 pm, at Delaney's Pub, 1801 Blake St., Denver
The legends, poems, and prophecies of Merlin have long played a central role in the early literature and culture of Wales and Western Europe. In some stories Merlin advises King Arthur and guides the Knights of the Round table on their epic quest for the Holy Grail. In various Arthurian tales, Merlin oversees the birth of Arthur and his acquisition of Excalibur, the magical sword of kingship.
In some medieval stories, Merlin is a wild man who goes mad and retreats to the woods before becoming a great poet and prophet. In other tales, he is the all-knowing boy prodigy who relates the stirring tale of the red and white dragons hidden beneath Vortigern's Castle, which is the origin story of the national symbol of Wales, the Red Dragon. Larry Eson has been studying Celtic legends and folktales for almost two decades. He received his Ph.D. degree in Folklore & Mythology from UCLA and has presented numerous conference papers on early Celtic literature. Larry is especially interested in Welsh and Irish folk traditions. He is working on a book based on his dissertation, "Merlin and the Celtic Wild Man."
Each month the Colorado Welsh Society sponsors Noson Gymreig, Welsh Culture Night, at the Celtic Tavern in LoDo, Denver's lower downtown historic district. A group of 15 to 20 people gather at 6:00 pm for drinks and socializing. Dinner can be ordered from the pub menu, which includes welsh rarebit and leek and potato soup. The program begins at 7 pm and is free and open to the public. For more information contact Judith James at JudithMJ@aol.com or 303-830-7675 or Sam Kuntz at sam.kuntz@comcast.net or 303.745.5526.http://home.att.net/~coloradowelsh/index.html
hope you are well. My name is Sian Hickman and I am head of the press office for Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council in Wales. Please forgive me if I have already made contact, as there are so many Welsh Societies I am trying to communicate with!!! 2006 sees two huge anniversaries for Rhondda Cynon Taf and Wales as a whole, namely the 150th anniversary of the national anthem and the 200th anniversary of the Old Bridge in Pontypridd. To celebrate this Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is holding a large number of events. This is to reinstate pride in our communities, raise the profile of the anthem and create cultural interest. One of the highlights of the events is a Guinness World Record event, to be held during the May bank holiday at the end of the month. I think this would be an incredible coup for the Welsh nation to be singing the anthem across the world on one set day and time. I would be so pleased if you could make contact with me so we can discuss this further and try and make this year a huge event for the Welsh. Kind regards Sian HickmanSian.E.Hickman@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Calling ALL Welsh folk - especially those who will be in Melbourne forthe Commonwealth Games - We are having a Welsh evening at the famousCeltic Club on March 21, no charge, with Welsh music. Please come alongand join in. See the `Whats On' page of www.welshaustralian.com
The site is designed particularly for Welsh Australians but it is ofinterest for all Welsh people overseas, it contains lots of info aboutWelshness and has links to Plaid Cymru - Melbourne and lots more.
Hwyl Pedr BonnellRegardsPeter Bonnellpeter.bonnell@rmit.edu.au
Anthony James llanelli and St kitts released his new novel: "Smiles In Africa" It is available from www.Lulu.com ref 150339, a ribald tale of a Welshman in West Africa, Lorrette Mc laughlin formerly of the Boston Globe describes the novel as "Terrific I couldn't put it down.""Asplendid new work that made me laugh and cry." Claude Evans Secretary to the Welsh Guild. http://www.lulu.com/content/150339
I would like to announce the up coming book, Blaenafon- Birthplace of Steel & Sacrifice (Mountain Thoughts) by Mr Allan Matthews of Blaenafon, Wales. This is an amazing book written from the heart of a man who made a promise and kept it. It has been almost five years in the writing and will be released in aproximately 2 months. Things right now are going really crazy as Allan has well over 150 orders from his area, Browning Book Store there wants the book and here in the USA people from Welsh societies are screaming for the book. There is a huge Welsh community in and around the Penn- Maryland area that want to order the book in bulk just as soon as it is available. Because of all of this the publisher is putting a rush on the printing of it. There is also going to be an article and reviews in the Ninnau, the largest and oldest Welsh newspaper in the world.
We would appreciate it if you could put an announcement in your paper about the book along with attached reviews and the url for his web site. www.bleanavonmountainthoughts.com The web site tells a little about the book and there is also an excerpt from the book there.
Oes diddordeb gynnych i deithio i Dde America? Are you intrested to visit South America?Rydym yn arbenigo mewn trefnu teithiau i Batagonia ond hefyd yn ymweld a gwledydd eraill fel Perw, Bolifia a Brasil. Cysylltwch a ni, We specialize in arranging trips to Patagonia, Peru, Bolivia and Brazil.Please contact us for more information!Fabio ac Ann-Marie Lewis llwchpat@hotmail.com
Melbourne, AwstraliaAnnwyl Bawb/Dear all,Cangen Melbourne ac Osiania yn dathlu Dydd Gwyl Dewi Melbourne and Oceania Branch of Plaid Cymru, the Party of Wales - St David’s Day celebration.Prynhawn Llawen. A time contribute a song, poem, story, dance or to sit back and relax.Dyddiad/Date: March 26, 2006Amser/Time: 1.30pmLle/Place: 78 Male Street, Brighton (03 9592 9992)Dewch a/Bring: a small plate to share for afternoon teaY gost/Cost: $5 donation. Children freeCroeso cynnes i bawb/ Welcome to members and non-members.Dilyswada@ozemail.com.au
Sydney Welsh Choir for 2006The Sydney Welsh Choir with more than seventy men and women, drawn from all parts of the Sydney area, is a significant cultural entity in Sydney's Welsh Community.
http://www.swc.org.au/events.html
If you have any interesting websites associated with Wales/North America and the rest of the world let us know we will give it a link on our next Newsletter!!!!!
See, Hear, and Taste More of Wales
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0106/online_extra.html
St. David’s Society of Minnesota
http://www.stdavidsofmn.org/
NOFEL Y MIS mis Mawrth yw Glas, Hazel Charles Evans (Gwasg Carreg Gwalch) £6.50 1845270304. Yn gefndir i'r stori garu ddifyr mae mynyddoedd yr Andes, sychder y paith a'r cysylltiadau rhyfedd rhwng Cymru a Phatagonia. Bydd Glas yn eich atgoffa bod rhamant yn dal yn fyw ac yn iach, ac yn eich swyno hefyd.
WALES BOOK OF THE MONTH mis Mawrth yw Rugby Trip Stories David Jandrell a Matthew Tucker (Y Lolfa) £3.95 0862438713
www.gwales.com a www.cllc.org.uk
"A warm welcome awaits you in Wales."
196 photo images of South Wales with a recording of a Welsh Male Voice Choir as background music featuring voice choir, Côr Meibion Rhôs Cwmtawe, singing hymns in Welsh from their music CD, "Emynau i Bawb," "Hymns for Everyone."
NTSC and PAL FORMATS - DVD-R for television viewing
EMAIL: DVDPOSTCARDWALES@CS.COMwww.walescd.com
Ckeck the buzy March schedule and music samples of Arizona Welsh top band Oceans Apart!
http://www.oceansapartmusic.com/schedule.htm
Ninnau website has been updated check it out! NINNAU means "us" or "we also" and is pronounced "nin-eye." Answering the need for a stronger link between the many Welsh communities of North America. http://www.ninnau.com
Welsh recipe of the week !!!
Welsh Waffle
Ingredients :
1 pkt Stouffer's Welsh rarebit prepared according to package directions 4 x cooked waffles 1 pkt frozen broccoli spears - (10 oz) prepared according to package directions 8 x strips bacon cooked, drained
Method : Place broccoli spears on each waffle; top with bacon. Top with Welsh rarebit.This recipe yields 4 servings.Description: "This meal is sure to be a family favorite for brunch, lunch or dinner! Purchase waffles in the freezer section of your grocery store."
North America Welsh Video Library is based in Virginia - A great collection of Welsh Movies,Children Programmes,Documentaries and Concerts in English/Welsh and with Subtitles, from Richard Burton first ever movie to a documentary about the Welsh in the American Civil War. THE CYMDEITHAS MADOG FILM LIBRARY For a full list of the Library collection please contact: Bob Roser 1203 Harbour Drive Stafford, VA 22554 roscym@adelphia.net
If you wish to discuss or debate everything about Wales and Welshness please join our Yahoo group. You don't have to be from Arizona or even Welsh to join. Just a healthy interest in the Welsh Current Affairs/Language and Culture - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WelshLanguageofAz
Upcoming events of Welsh interest Americas and the rest of the world !
BRIDGEND TECH, SOUTH WALES, UK. A friendly reunion of 'old' pupils and staff (male and female) from the 1950's is taking place on Tuesday May 23rd this year at The Tech itself. Did you attend or do you know of anyone who attended? We would be very pleased to hear from you. Please contact me, Anne Parfitt-Edwards, at SpringettCrew@aol.com
North American Association for the Study of Welsh Culture and History (NAASWCH) International Conference on Welsh Studies Call for Papers July 13-15, 2006 University of Wales, Swansea The NAASWCH Program Committee seeks diverse perspectives on Wales and Welsh culture -- as well as proposals focused on the Welsh in North America -- from many disciplines including: history, literature, languages, art, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, philosophy, music, and religion. NAASWCH invites participation from faculty, postgraduate/graduate students and independent scholars from North America, the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Those wishing to present a paper suitable for a 20 minute reading may submit an abstract (maximum one-page). Proposals for thematic sessions, panel presentations, or other formats are also welcome. Please include a brief (one-page) vita with your submission. The abstract – proposal deadline is Dec. 23, 2005; but early proposals are encouraged. Participants will be notified by mid-February. NAASWCH works to promote scholarship on all aspects of Welsh culture and history; to develop connections between teachers and scholars in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom who are committed to the study of Welsh culture, history, languages, and literature; to provide an intellectual forum in which scholars and teachers of Welsh culture may share their research and teaching experience, and to provide support for the study of Welsh-North American history and culture. See the NAASWCH website for additional information: http://spruce.flint.umich.edu/~ellisjs/naaswch.html Please submit abstracts or session proposals by no later than Friday, Dec. 23, 2005 to: Dr. Melinda Gray, 15 Woodbridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA; mgray@post.harvard.edu. Those who are not submitting proposals but would like to receive conference information should contact: Dr. John S. Ellis, NAASWCH Secretary, University of Michigan Flint, Flint MI, 48502, USA; ellisjs@umflint.edu.
Newyddion o Patagonia - News from Patagonia We are pleased to inform you that Fundación Ameghino,Centro de Estudios Históricos y Sociales de Puerto Madryn and Asociación Punta Cuevas are organizing the THIRD INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON THE WELSH IN PATAGONIA. Our interest is to promote the knowledge and to popularize all subjects related to the arrival, settlement and integration of the Welsh colonists in Patagonia. Owing to this, contributions based on research and fieldworks concerning the Welsh-Patagonian themes will be most welcome as well as multidisciplinary works, intending to generate new approaches to the topic. We would be very pleased if you could attend the Conference and/or to present a paper there. Deadline for sending abstracts is March 31st, 2006. With kindest regards on behalf of the Organizing Board FERNANDO CORONATO coronato@cenpat.edu.ar
North Carolina
Telyneg: Welsh Harp Song and Story World-class harpist of Welsh folk music and harping, Robin Huw Bowen delights his audiences with traditional and melodic songs from his homeland of Wales. Playing the unusual triple harp, he is foremost in this specialty field, playing mid-17th to the end of the 19th Centuries folk tunes His lively and melodic tunes have kept alive the traditions of instrumental music from the past and now greatly entertain in the present. An added delight will be Eiry Palfrey, a renowned Welsh storyteller, who joins Robin in keeping ancient Welsh traditions alive. To register, please call 910.962.3195 or register online at http://www.uncw.edu/dpscs/pathways.htm Instructor: Robin Huw Bowen Performance Only 04/04/06 Tuesday: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM, 1 Session 15.00 Register by March 28th to be assured seating. For $30 you can register for dinner and the performance. Dinner is at 6 pm. To register, please call 910.962.3195 or register online at http://www.uncw.edu/dpscs/pathways.htm Suzie Bean cymrucochan@hotmail.com
Ontario Welsh
The Ontario Gymanfa Gannu Association will be holding their Annual Welsh Festival from Friday, April 28 to April 30, 2006 at the Arden Park Hotal in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. The guest choir will be Cantorion Pontarddulais, from Pontarddulais, S. Wales, conducted by Ifor Miles. This is a mixed choir that has won first prize at the National Eisteddfod five times. This is their first visit to Canada. During the weekend there will be a Noson Lawen on Friday night, Saturday children's acitivities, and a seminar given by a member of the Shakespearian Theatre in the afternoon, followed by the Banquet and Grand Concert at 8.00 pm at the Parkview United Church. On Sunday the Gymanfa Ganu will be held at 10.30 am and 2 pm at the Church with lunch being served by the ladies of the Church between the two services. Stratford, Ontario is known for the Stratford Shakespearian Festival and their season starts on April 28th. Please go to our website at www.ontariowelshfestival.ca for more information. You may also contact me: Margaret E. Williams (Mrs) Secretary, Ontario Welsh Festival - Gymanfa Ganu Association Tel.No: 519-681-8995 or e-mail williams623@rogers.com
Detroit
Shirley Bassey Tribute Artist/Impersonator from the UK performing at a James Bond Event in Detroit on 19 May 06 with a 15pc Band. www.surelybassey.co.uk
Geraint Wilkes’ “Musical Wales – May 26-June 5, 2006” includes the Urdd Yr Eisteddfod In 2006, tour participants signing up for Welsh tenor, Geraint Wilkes’ “Musical Wales Tour” will enjoy an exciting day in Denbighshire, on the outskirts of Ruthin, where the most talented young people in Wales will gather for the Urdd Eisteddfod 2006, to compete in singing, dancing, recitation, acting & musicianship. Perhaps they will witness the discovery of the next Charlotte Church or Katherine Jenkins or Bryn Terfel! Wales included in the tour are Snowdonia, the coast of Meirionydd via Cambrian Coastal Railway, Aberystwyth (Geraint’s birthplace), The National Shrine of St. David’s, the medieval seaside resort of Tenby & Wales, the Rhondda Valley and the cosmopolitan capital of Wales - Cardiff. As usual, the tour will include 3 evenings of private entertainment by Geraint, an internationally acclaimed tenor and his local musical friends. Continental Airlines, already serving passengers to/from Manchester (gateway to north Wales), now offer a new direct service from Newark to Bristol, less than an hour’s drive from Cardiff, a welcome relief from the hassle of London’s airports. Call for brochure: 1-800-654-6527 or e-mail: irelandtravel@comcast.net
Wales v Argentina 2006 Join us for The 2006 Welsh Argentinean Rugby Tour, flying from USA and UK. Two internationals, June 10 and 17, 2006. The venue for the game on June 10 is not yet announced, Mendoza is an option, however, June 17 will be Buenos Aries. The tour will include Premium hotels and excursions (Patagonia) Guaranteed Premium Match Tickets Pre and Post match entertainment. Team access Dedicated multi lingual staff. Contact Brian Bevan bribevan@aol.com
July is Welsh Heritage Week 2006, held this year in East Stroudsberg University, East Stroudsberg, PA - 23 - 30 July 2006. For more information please click on the link www.welshheritageweek.org
Labor Day weekend, August 31 - 3 September, 2006. North American Festival of Wales featuring the 75th Welsh National Gymanfa Ganu in Cincinnati, Ohio For more information please click on the link www.nafow.org
Remember the most important events in Patagonia 2006: Youth Eisteddfod (de la Juventud) In Gaiman, Chubut from september 7 th to september 9 th 2006 Eisteddfod y Wladfa (del Chubut) In Trelew, Chubut from october 26 th to october 29 th ¡¡¡ You are Wellcome!!!!!.... For more information contact us: aferreira@tierrasurpatagonia.com.ar Cofion Mirna ac Armando
Businesses Supporting the Welsh League of Arizona - By supporting these companies generous contributions to the Society will be made!! Consumers and purchasers if you can let us know that you used their services it will be much appreciated!!! http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/businesses.html
Any other businesses wish to be Friends of the Welsh League please contact us!!!
Gwersi Cymraeg all over the world!!!!!!!!!!
Boston
Boston Welsh
This is an announcement that the Boston Welsh language Learners Group (Boston-Cymraeg), will be meeting next Tuesday (1/24/06) at John Harvard's - 33 Dunster Street in Harvard Square, Cambridge - at 7pm. It's very close to the Redline Station. This group was formed by area locals who are similarly interested in learning but who had little or no previous experience and no luck in locating formal classes. Given the lack of available tutors, we decided to do it on our own. We will make use of the many language products available on the market, and hope to acquire more experienced or native speakers in the future to assist us. Presently modelled on gruop self-study, it is free and open to all. If you or someone you know is interested, please feel free to drop in for this casual meet-n-greet and to plan how to proceed. Also - once again I will implore that if anyone is willing to consider being a tutor, please step forward so we can discuss options. It could be a significant opportunity for someone to gain experience teaching - and fees can be negotiated so there could be financial incentives too. There are 12 members presently, and with ongoing announcements (via craigslist) the number will probably continue to grow. Diolch yn fawr -Allen Howell Marchogwr@aol.com
Welsh language class - Pittsburgh Greetings from the St. David's Society of Pittsburgh. A belated Happy St. David's Day.We will be continuing our Welsh language classes again this spring.The classes will be starting on Tuesday March 7th and continue for 12 weeks until May 30th.The classes will again be held in Room 1228 at the Cathedral of Learning on Pitt's campus.The classes will be instructed again by Rhob EvansThe class sessions will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m.The fee for the course is $10.If there are any questions please contact;Pauline Lewis at bpu9@cdc.gov orDale P. Richards at Reddragondale@msn.com Happy SpringDale P. Richards St. David's Society of Pittsburgh www:stdavidssociety.org
New York
I would really appreciate your help to spread the message that Welsh Language classes are available in New York City starting October 11, 2005 The Saint David's Society of the State of New York 47, Fifth Avenue, (The Salmagundi Club) between 11 and 12 Streets Starting Tuesday October 11 2005 at 7 pm Fee - $100 per semester Cyfarchion cynnes David E. Morgan Demorg215@aol.com
Welsh-American Society of Northern California and I would like to know if you could add a news item about a course we are offering. Here are the details: Welsh Conversation Course in the San Francisco Bay Area of California Saturdays from 2-4 starting September 24th, 2005 for more info contact: dianadream@hotmail.com, phone 510-223-5902 or visit our website www.wasnc.org Thanks for everything and feel free to email me if you have any questions! Hwyl fawr, Diana
Awstralia
Visiting Melbourne? Come and join the Welsh Classes run by Tafod y Cymry. They are held in the city centre at 7.00pm on a Tuesday night at the Celtic Club, 316-320 Queen St (Cnr Queen and La Trobe Sts). The Tara Bar for the Welsh Night and a pint at around 8.45pm wada@ozemail.com.au to check term dates
Sydney, Welsh Classes
Welsh is taught in different parts of Sydney. Classes are held in Pennant Hills, Coogee, Panania, Cammeray and the Northern Beaches. For information on language classes please contact Sion Llwyd. Tel 02 99795584 sion@cia.com.au
Arizona ** Welsh League of Arizona hosts Welsh Classes all year round. For further information please contact them directly - tel: 623 939 0209 or e-mail: AZWELSH@aol.com. For further information about our activities please check out their website: www.welshleagueofarizona.org
Want to learn the basics of Welsh check this section: http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/cymraeg.html
Tucson, Arizona Welsh Language classes will start every Thursday at 7 PM. E-Mail Lynn Watts at lynnwatts_85742@yahoo.com for details and directions. Thanks. Hope to see you soon. Lynn
Colorado
** The Colorado Welsh Society has Welsh Language classes on Tuesdays from the first Tuesday in October to the last Tuesday in May. Go to the website (http:/home.att.net/~coloradowelsh/CWSmain.html) or contact Elis Owens, cws-president@mindspring.com or Sam Kuntz, sam.kuntz@comcast.net. for information on the classes or upcoming events.
Welsh Lessons in Chicago
Contact Winston Evans at winstone@sbcglobal.net for further details of times and locations of Welsh Lessons in the Chicago area.
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Latest News from Wales and All over the world! March 11th
Please let us know if you have any Announcments/Up coming events/Press releases/Questions or Comments. It's always great to hear from our readers!!! E-mail: carwynedwards993@hotmail.com or cymru20012000@yahoo.com
Latest Welsh News - Newyddion Diweddaraf !
Full story - click here - http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/news.html
- Tryweryn reservoir 'unnecessary' - The flooding of a village 40 years ago to provide water for Liverpool was not necessary, according to new research.
- Be king of the castle for £5k - A HAUNTED Welsh castle could be yours for as little as £5,000 when it comes up for auction early next month.
- North American Welsh link-up to boost trade - THE two North American Welsh business membership organisations are joining forces
- Rising star of kitchen jets off down under - A TALENTED young Welsh chef will be putting his culinary skills to the test against the best in the world when he jets off to New Zealand today.
- Missionaries spread word of God in Wales - WELSH missionaries travelled thousands of miles to spread the word of God, but the roles are reversed today as Indian missionaries arrive in Wales to offer spiritual guidance.
- I first did it to raise cash - A NORTH Wales doctor's daughter with a first-class university degree is earning a fortune stripping for the stars. Ruth hoped to write for American magazines when she landed in New York but abandoned her dream after running into visa problems.
- Melbourne06: Wales set target - Among the Welsh team – which consists of 80 men and 63 women – there are several potential gold medallists.
- Voice of Welsh folk lore - In 1964, a fresh-faced young historian started work at the Welsh Folk Museum at St Fagans. Dr Robin Gwyndaf has become synonymous with the Museum and its ground-breaking research in the fields of Folk Lore and Oral History.
- Agor ysgol feithrin yn Y Wladfa - Mae ysgol feithrin wedi agor yn swyddogol yn Nhrelew ym Mhatagonia
Readers Comments - Geiriau gan yr darllenwyr!
Once again, stupidity in the name of charity, Mrs Swale-Pope started her quest to walk around the globe, and also raise money for various cancer and orphan charities, more than two years ago after her husband died of prostate cancer.Quote "She left her home in Tenby, Pembrokeshire with nearly no money and few supplies. "and when she gets into trouble the local rescue services will once again have to put their live on the line, waste more taxpayers money and tie up valuable resources.Quote " But an Alaska National Guard spokesman told the Anchorage Daily News they would not be taking her back to the island. "Our job is to rescue people, not to provide a taxi service," said Major Mike Haller. Thank god for common sense.Why do people do this, and why are they not charged with reckless endangerment when they are rescued?
Huwhjones0424@rogers.com
Undoubtedly the most famous Welsh-American yet was John L (for Llewellyn) Lewis, appropriately enough a leader of the Mineworkers' union, who went on to found the modern, industrial union movement through his leadership of the CIO (Congress of Industrial Organizations). The rise in living standards that created the post-war "American middle class" owes more to John L Lewis than to any other single person.
Lewis famously broke away from the old unions with a single blow - an actual punch, to the leader of the Carpenters Union on the floor of the 1935 Convention of the American Federation of Labor, because of the AFL's refusal to organize poor and immigrant workers. Polls taken at the time showed that by 1940 Lewis' name was best-known in the USA after President Franklin D Roosevelt. Let's hope that a future Presidential address will acknowledge this deservedly famous son of Wales! Hwyl Steve Edwards, welfarewrkr@igc.orgPresident, Local 2858 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Chicago, Illinois (and graduate of the University of Wales, class of 1974).
Just letting you know that, I am representing wales and the UK, in a concert for the World Harp Orchestra, being held in SanDiego, CA. The fund is going to a very worth while cause, disaster relief aid, but the orchestra will have harpists from all around the world, but only one from Wales, one from from England.We are also, all harp therapists from around the world...Historical concert I will also be one of the soloists for this concert. World Harp OrchestraSt Patricks Day ConcertMarch 17th 2006. 7:30pmat the Red Lion Hanelai Hotel, North circle, San Diego, CATickets available from: Toll free 1-866-468-3Adults -$50.00children/ Seniors-$35.00 Diolch or galon,Cariad MawrBethan Myfanwy HughesInternational Harpist & Vocalistwww.bethanmyfanwy.co.uk
Paris Welsh Society
The Annual Saint David’s Day Dinner of the Paris Welsh Society was held on Saturday 4th March 2006 at the restaurant “Les Noces de Jeanette”.
The ladies dressed our tables with daffodils and Welsh flags and the attending members had an excellent four-course meal with aperitif, wine and coffee. Our entertainment this year was provided by Huw Rhys-Evans, an operatic tenor of international renown, accompanied by Mr Dafydd Harries, who sang and played a variety of popular Welsh songs. They were relayed by our own local talent, Jim Rowlands, accompanied by Hywel John on the Celtic harp. It was generally agreed that the standard of music was outstanding and both acts were warmly received by the audience. Even the restaurant manager sent his compliments!
The principal guest, Mr Jeffrey Thomas, the British Consul-General proposed a toast to the Society. In his finely crafted speech, he recalled the early history of the Paris Welsh Society, which is over a hundred years old and the oldest of the British societies in Paris, a fact we have to be proud of. He underlined the importance of the actions of the society in the modern world in fostering Franco-Gallic relations, France being Wales’ 4th export market in economic terms.
John Evans, President, replied. After giving thanks to our Secretary for her work in informing our members of our events and to Mr and Mrs J Hawkins for their hospitality to our guest entertainers from Wales, he read some anecdotes from the Minutes book from the time of the re-formation of the Society in 1953. The fact that the Society had already held a St David’s Day event at the very same restaurant in 1961 did not go unmentioned. He finished with a quick review of upcoming events for 2006. The traditional Tombola was drawn by Mrs Leslie Thomas and twenty prizes were distributed.The evening ended at midnight with some very good communal singing led by our guest artistes.John EVANSjohnevans@wanadoo.frParis
Join the Welsh League of Arizona at the The 23rd Saint Patrick's Day Parade & Faire, Saturday 11th of March 2006 in Downtown Phoenix.
http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/
Vacation To Peru
I just wanted you to know how much I enjoy all the Welsh related items and information on the web site.My father and all aunts & uncles were born & raised in Llanelli.My grandmother would not let any of the family come to the US till all had completed school in Wales.(10 children)I hope to go back to Wales in September.I am going on vacation to Peru next week. I wonder if I will meet any Welsh ? I know that Cuzco has a few Irish pubs. Thank you, Diana Morgandmorgan@nikon.com
Eisteddfod Trevelin 2006 - Ariannin - Argentina
dewch i´r andes i brofi un o´r digwyddiadau pwysicaf yn nghalendr y cymunedau cymreig yma rhwng 28 a 29 ebrill. mae´r cystadleuthau ar agor i bawb ac mae´r rhaglen ar gael ar y we. rydym yn barod i groesawu ffrindiau o gaiman, trelew, porth madryn, buenos aires..ac wrth gwrs cymru! edrychwch allan am ein wefan newydd cyn bo hir! am fwy o wybodaeth cysylltwch a eisteddfod_trevelin@yahoo.com.ar
come to the andes to experience one of the most important cultural events in the welsh communities here between 28 and 29 april. the competitions are open to all and the programme is available on the web. we are ready to welcome friends from gaiman, trelew, porth madryn, buenos aires and of course wales! look out for our new website before long! for more information contact eisteddfod_trevelin@yahoo.com.ar.
Dathliadau Gwyl Dewi yn yry Andes
mae wedi bod yn amser brysur iawn yma yn yr andes gyda chroesawu clare yr ahrawes o gymru nol ´i{r wladfa a dathlu dydd ein nawddsant. yn nhrevelin cynhaliwyd cymanfa ganu ar nos sadwrn 4 mawrth yn nghapel bethel gyda llond y capel o ganu emynau mewn harmoni. yn esquel cynhaliwyd swper yn y ganolfan i ddathlu dydd gwyl dewi ar nos sadwrn 4 mawrth hefyd. dysgon ni fwy am ein nawddsant yn ogystal a lenwi{n boliau ag empanadas a theisen ! it has been a very busy time here in the andes welcoming clare the teacher from wales back to the wladfa as well as celebrating the day of our patron saint. in trevelin a cymanfa ganu was held on saturday 4 march with the chapel full of hymn singing in harmony. in esquel a supper was held in the ganolfan to celebrate st david´s day where we learned more about our patron saint along with filling our stomachs with empanadas and cake!
ysgolion cymraeg yr andes/ the welsh school of the andes Saludos! Margarita Green mgreen@ciudad.com.ar
Welsh Society of Philadelphia - Award to University of Ottawa Professor
The Welsh Society of Philadelphia founded in 1722 has awarded itsprestigious Robert Morris Award for 2006 to Dr Paul W. Birt, Chair ofCeltic Studies at the University of Ottawa. The society seeks annually toaward recognition of a Welsh-North American who has brought pride andacknowledgement of the contributions of Welsh people in the Americas.DrBirt was invited to attend the annual St David's dinner held inPhiladelphia on March 4th 2006 where he received the award. The award thisyear was given in recognition of the recipient's contribution to Welshscholarship, and promotion of the Welsh language.
The Robert Morris Award was instigated in 1954 in memory of a notedWelsh-American of the early 18th century who was credited with financingthe War for American Independance. Amongst other recipients of the awardare John Llewellyn Lewis (1958), the labour leader, Dr Islwyn Thomas O.B.E(1981), writer on Welsh heritage, Dr Gwynfor Evans (1984), author,historian and former president of Plaid Cymru, Eirlys Evans Lewis (1998),Welsh soloist, and Sir Howard Stringer (2003) CEO Sony America.
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Welsh language class - Pittsburgh Greetings from the St. David's Society of Pittsburgh. A belated Happy St. David's Day.We will be continuing our Welsh language classes again this spring.The classes will be starting on Tuesday March 7th and continue for 12 weeks until May 30th.The classes will again be held in Room 1228 at the Cathedral of Learning on Pitt's campus.The classes will be instructed again by Rhob EvansThe class sessions will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m.The fee for the course is $10.If there are any questions please contact;Pauline Lewis at bpu9@cdc.gov orDale P. Richards at Reddragondale@msn.com Happy SpringDale P. Richards St. David's Society of Pittsburgh www:stdavidssociety.org
I thought you'd like to know that the new community website for Welsh people around the world I mentioned when we e-mailed each other last month, has just been launched - on St David's Day. http://www.walesunited.com I hope that you can give it a mention in a future issue of your newsletter. If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards Robert Wales UnitedPO Box 222AbergavennyGwent, NP7 5YGUKtel/fax: ++44(0)1873-855552e: robert@walesunited.comw: www.walesunited.com
New Novel by Welsh-American Author
Bardsong Press is delighted to announce the release of THE ANVIL STONE, by award-winning author Kathleen Cunningham Guler. This book is the third in her four-part Macsen’s Treasure Series of historical novels that include INTO THE PATH OF GODS and IN THE SHADOW OF DRAGONS.
Set in the fifth-century period leading to King Arthur’s rise to power and told from the Celtic point of view, THE ANVIL STONE continues the adventures of spy and master of disguise Marcus ap Iorwerth and his wife Claerwen. The story begins with rival factions instigating war and while Marcus sets out to quash their treachery, Claerwen discovers those same factions are also searching for one of Britain’s most cherished symbols—a magnificent sword of the ancient high kings. Lost for decades, it is part of Britain’s future and must pass to a great king called Arthur whose golden reign has been prophesied to come. With battle about to erupt, Marcus learns an assassin who has been hounding him may be the only one who could lead him to the sacred sword.
Ms. Guler has studied Celtic history and Arthurian legend for more than twenty years in both the United States and Great Britain and has published numerous articles, essays, short stories and poetry. A descendant of the Celtic nations of Wales and Scotland, she is a member of the Historical Novel Society and the International Arthurian Society. Her books are available from bookstores and online. www.bardsongpress.com
As always, the newsletter is excellent, and the messages from Welsh people all over the world add the greatest enjoyment. Thank you for putting all the components together for a good read!
An idea has been rattling around in my head for several months. Let me run this past you.
It's clear there's a housing crisis in Wales for at least two reasons. One is the prohibitive cost of houses. The other is the influx of English people buying up what's available. One or both of these reasons severely inhibit young Welsh people from buying a house in which to raise their families.
Would it be possible to form a non-profit group comprised of all Welsh associations in the States? The idea would be to pool our funds, buy houses in Wales, then work with real estate agents to give priority to Welsh (speaking?) people. It's a complicated undertaking; I imagine some international law and real estate policies would be involved.
Do you think this is workable, and is it worth taking up such a project?
Best regards, Theresa Clark
I just got back from our St David's Day banquet it was at thePresbyterian Church in Oak Hill. Ohio, there was a lot of singing and good food, also several Welsh students that attend Rio GrandeCollege, Oak Hill is a very welsh town lots of the early Welsh settledhere including all my grandparents that came here from Wales I also received the letter from President Bush, about the Welsh in America I enjoy your news letter and read every word of it Nos DaMildred Griffiths Sandlin millies@ohiohills.com Ohio
Subject: Welsh speaking families?
I work in Cardiff. I'm looking for welsh speaking families who live abroad, can you help? Teuluoedd Cymraeg? Oes rhywun yn byw dramor ac yn dal i ddysgu Cymraeg i'w plant? Yn chwilio am deuluoedd Cymraeg dramor Email: lisa.snowball@bbc.co.uk
Anybody interested in starting a Welsh Society in Adeilade please contact Awen Griffiths.Os oes Cymry Cymraeg yn Adelaide ,Awstralia sydd a diddordeb mewn dechrau Cymdeithas Gymraeg i gael sgwrshio a chael paned unwaith bob tri mis cysylltwch ag Awen Griffiths ar awenjohn@iprimus.com.au
Hong Kong Welsh!
Poolside Party with the Welsh 7s Rugby Team. The party will be on Wednesday, 29 March and will held at the Poolside at the Hong Kong Football Club, 2/F, 3 Sports Road, Happy Valley.
The bash will start at 8.30pm with the full BBQ buffet being served at 8.45pm. There will be a cash bar at club prices. Ticket prices, which includes the full BBQ, are HK$170 for adults (aged 12 an over), HK$140 for children aged 3-11 and children under 3 are admitted free of charge.
To purchase your tickets please send your cheques made payable to “St David’s Society of Hong Kong” to Bill Morrison, 22 King Kwong Street, 2/F Happy Valley. If you want more information about buying tickets please contact Bill on tel: +852 932 87304 or email: wjmorrison97@hotmail.com. http://www.sds.hk/home.html
Chilean Poet Pablo Neruda in Welsh
Just to let you know that one of our members has translated Chilean poet Pablo Neruda into Welsh and that we will be having a Trilingual Poetry Recital here in Swansea the first Saturday in May.More details will be put on our website soon: www.alas.org.uk Many thanks, Patricia Rodríguez-Martínez-Jonespatricia.martinez@ntlworld.comEvent OrganiserALAS
Bydd yr Eisteddfod Genedleathol yn Abertawe eleni. Os diddordeb'da chi mewn cystadlu, mae'r llawer o gystaleuaeth i ddysgwyr. Yn gymwys, fydd cystadleuaeth o'r teilt "y profiad i ddysgu Cymraeg y tu allan o Gymru".....the experience of learning Welsh outside of Wales. Now, most people on here live outside of Wales and so are eligible to compete. There is no level set for this competition....complete leaners or more fluent can all have a go. The competition involves writing a short piece in Welsh. Details on the Eisteddfod site; http://www.eisteddfod.org.uk/
Now, think about it...how about competing (WINNING?????) in the national eisteddfod, all you overseas learners....and if you got anywhere in the competition, well you would just have to come wouldnt you! And if nothing else, well you would have had a real experience of the Welsh way of life, wouldnt you? Go For It! Its fun and its Welsh and its worth a crack!DAVID PORTER quasimodo1@btinternet.com
MICHIGAN WELSH GATHER FOR ST. DAVID'S DAY The St. David's Welsh Society of Michigan will sponsor its 10th annual St. David's Day Dinner on Saturday, March 11th, at St. David's Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road in Lansing, Michigan. The celebration begins with a social hour from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. when all SDWSM members and guests have a chance to renew old friendships and get to know each other better, while enjoying an awesome array of delicious hors d'oeuvres supplied by the members. Dinner follows around 5:15 or so, featuring a generous portion of shepherd's pie and creamy cole slaw supplied by the Sidetrack Restaurant in Ypsilanti, MI. Complementing the main course will be a special soup, assorted fancy desserts and traditional beverages. Entertainment and group singing will round out the evening from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Ticket price is $17 per person (same as last year). For reservations, contact Marian Davis at 231-744-7440 or mdavis@wmis.net --OR-- Brian Hill at 734-761-4921 or brianhill60@yahoo.com. Thanks again, Carwyn~ Marian Davismdavis@wmis.net
Welsh Events in Chicago - March 2006
March is shaping up to be another busy month for Welsh events in Chicago, with events and performances to suit all tastes.Please contact The Chicago Tafia - welshchicago@aol.com - for more information.
http://www.geocities.com/TheChicagoTafia/
Come to California to Study Welsh This Year!
2006 is here, and Course organizers Brenda Jones Belaski, Maxine Garrison, and Sarah Stevenson are hard at work to ensure that Cwrs y Cwm Canol, The Central Valley Course (July 16 - 23, 2006), is a fun and educational experience. The course will be held at University of the Pacific in sunny Stockton, California, about 80 miles east of San Francisco. We've already updated the course website with details on how to get to Stockton, including airport information and driving directions. Please visit the following page for details: http://www.madog.org/cyrsiau/eleni/index.shtml
This year, Mark Stonelake will return for his third stint as Lead Teacher, presiding over a week of Welsh language classes, folk dancing, socializing, and singing—both spontaneous and organized. The entire teaching staff—all experienced tutors from Wales and North America—gets into the spirit of the the afternoon workshops, evening activities, and the Cwrs Eisteddfod, which presents awards for competition at three levels of language proficiency. The week will end with a special banquet and a noson lawen that celebrates cwrs participants' hidden talents as well as their newly acquired language skills.
The course will include an optional mid-week field trip to Sacramento, the capital of California, to visit the stately Capitol building and historic Old Sacramento, followed by a picnic dinner at a local park. Also notable about the 2006 course is a one-time scholarship for full tuition, room and board to commemorate the 30th Cwrs Cymraeg. Details about scholarships and online registration are available on the Cymdeithas Madog website at www.madog.org. The deposits are already rolling in, so don't wait too long to decide. Join old and new friends for a week of hwyl learning about the Welsh language and culture in California's fertile Central Valley.
Dyn ni'n edrych ymlaen at eich gweld chi yn California!Sarah Stevenson president@madog.org
SUMMER SCHOOLS for Welsh Learners at the Department of Lifelong Learning, University of Wales, Bangor. An excellent course for practising and improving your Welsh in an informal, light-hearted atmosphere. You’ll also meet all kinds of people of all ages and backgrounds.
Venues: Bangor, Mold & Pwllheli
A Summer School will be suitable for you if you:
• are currently learning Welsh in a class on any level; • know some Welsh already • know no Welsh at all
We can send you details of accommodation in the area. For further information please contact us on + 44 (0)1248 382757 or ems403@bangor.ac.uk Alternatively you can find out more about the courses on our website at www.bangor.ac.uk/ced
Thanks for the material you send to us it always makes interesting reading. I have a question. Would you be able to help us in our quest to find some financial backers? Celtica Radio has been on-line for nearly six years, and for the most part funded out of our own pockets. We are looking to raise enough money to expand our station and build the necessary studios, and underwrite the running costs during the crucial start-up and growth time of the business. Because we are a completely independent [and wholly Welsh owned] company, with a mission statement of noble values, and promotion of our unique culture, the established corporate broadcasters will not support us. I understand that nothing is for free in this world, and my group would be prepared to have meaningful discussions with any interested party who shares our values, and understands our culture. I also know that a significant amount of money goes to the exchequer, when it could be put to use in supporting a business such as ours. And of course, such investment is tax deductible. Have a look through our website at www.celticaradio.com have listen to our programming, showcasing artists from Wales, other Celtic nations and the rest of the world, communicated by the voices representing all the areas of Wales, and one or two other Celtic nations too. We really could do with some philanthropic assistance. Best wishes, Bill Everatbilleveratt@hotmail.comManaging DirectorCeltica Radio LtdUK - 01656 720101
The BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) Cymru awards will be held in Cardiff on April 22nd 2006. A number of corporate sponsorship packages are available for businesses and organizations keen to support this unique event in the Welsh TV and film calendar. The ceremony is expected to attract over 1000 professionals from the television and film industry in Wales and beyond. Sponsorship packs are available from Rhodri Ellis Owen c/o Cambrensis Communications on rhodri@cambrensis.uk.com. Details on BAFTA Cymru itself can be found on their website: http://www.bafta-cymru.org.uk Diolch, RhodriRhodri@cambrensis.uk.com
Melbourne Messages
A melbourne-based newspaper is asking for your messages of support for Welsh athletes competing in the Commonwealth Games.
The Geelong Advertiser, is inviting people to send messages to be printed in the paper and online to bolster Team Wales' chances.
Send messages to nia@geelongadvertiser .com.au
Anybody interested in Canadian Welsh history please contact for a wonderful written study of the subject.Os oes ganddo chi diddordeb yn hanes Cymry Canada. ? Cysylltwch a isod am mwy o wybodaeth!Eirian J Williams, Llandysul, Ceredigion EJWilliams.aigwmni@btinternet.com
Argentina/ArianninAnnwyl Carwyn: Diolch yn fawr iawn. Mirna, Ivana, Armando In Cordillera de los Andes,April 27and 28, 2006 Trevelin´s EisteddfodApril 30, 2006 Plebiscite Commemmoration
In Península Valdes y GaimanWelsh cultural centre in Patagoniaseptember 7th to 9 th Youth Eisteddfod in Gaimanoctober 26 th to 29 th
In Buenos AiresEnjoy Tango dance, best beef and wines.rugby: Wales(Draig Goch) v. Argentina (Los Pumas)10 and 17 june - 2006 Contac us: aferreira@tierrasurpatagonia.com.ar
Welsh Rugby Tour in PatagoniaOne of the members of London Welsh Rugby Club, Jeremy Wood, now livesin Welsh Patagonia and he has arranged a fantastic itinerary foranyone who wants to see the best of Welsh Patagonia, leaving BuenosAires for a ten day tour immediately after the second test on June 19.
The itinerary will take in Puerto Madryn, Trelew, Peninsula Valdes andGaiman in the East and Esquel, Trevelin and the national parks in theWest. You will have the opportunity to meet the local Welsh people,marvel at the spectacular countryside, ride on the Old PatagonianExpress, spot a few condors and get to understand the history of thesettlements and the (very rosy) future for the Welsh language andWelsh traditions. And, wherever you go, hospitality, wine and thefinest meat in the World.
He has also made arrangements for accommodation and side trips at thetest match venues for those who just want to go for the two tests onJune 10 and June 17.
Contact jeremy at jeremybernardwood@gmail.com for more information.
Colorado Welsh Society presents "The Welsh Merlin"
We usually think of Merlin as the ancient, wise magician in a pointy hat, but Merlin is really much more when we consider his Welsh roots. Celtic folklorist Larry Eson, Ph.D., will present "Merlin in Early Welsh and Arthurian Tradition" on Saturday, March 25, 7:00 pm, at Delaney's Pub, 1801 Blake St., Denver
The legends, poems, and prophecies of Merlin have long played a central role in the early literature and culture of Wales and Western Europe. In some stories Merlin advises King Arthur and guides the Knights of the Round table on their epic quest for the Holy Grail. In various Arthurian tales, Merlin oversees the birth of Arthur and his acquisition of Excalibur, the magical sword of kingship.
In some medieval stories, Merlin is a wild man who goes mad and retreats to the woods before becoming a great poet and prophet. In other tales, he is the all-knowing boy prodigy who relates the stirring tale of the red and white dragons hidden beneath Vortigern's Castle, which is the origin story of the national symbol of Wales, the Red Dragon. Larry Eson has been studying Celtic legends and folktales for almost two decades. He received his Ph.D. degree in Folklore & Mythology from UCLA and has presented numerous conference papers on early Celtic literature. Larry is especially interested in Welsh and Irish folk traditions. He is working on a book based on his dissertation, "Merlin and the Celtic Wild Man."
Each month the Colorado Welsh Society sponsors Noson Gymreig, Welsh Culture Night, at the Celtic Tavern in LoDo, Denver's lower downtown historic district. A group of 15 to 20 people gather at 6:00 pm for drinks and socializing. Dinner can be ordered from the pub menu, which includes welsh rarebit and leek and potato soup. The program begins at 7 pm and is free and open to the public. For more information contact Judith James at JudithMJ@aol.com or 303-830-7675 or Sam Kuntz at sam.kuntz@comcast.net or 303.745.5526.http://home.att.net/~coloradowelsh/index.html
hope you are well. My name is Sian Hickman and I am head of the press office for Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council in Wales. Please forgive me if I have already made contact, as there are so many Welsh Societies I am trying to communicate with!!! 2006 sees two huge anniversaries for Rhondda Cynon Taf and Wales as a whole, namely the 150th anniversary of the national anthem and the 200th anniversary of the Old Bridge in Pontypridd. To celebrate this Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is holding a large number of events. This is to reinstate pride in our communities, raise the profile of the anthem and create cultural interest. One of the highlights of the events is a Guinness World Record event, to be held during the May bank holiday at the end of the month. I think this would be an incredible coup for the Welsh nation to be singing the anthem across the world on one set day and time. I would be so pleased if you could make contact with me so we can discuss this further and try and make this year a huge event for the Welsh. Kind regards Sian HickmanSian.E.Hickman@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Calling ALL Welsh folk - especially those who will be in Melbourne forthe Commonwealth Games - We are having a Welsh evening at the famousCeltic Club on March 21, no charge, with Welsh music. Please come alongand join in. See the `Whats On' page of www.welshaustralian.com
The site is designed particularly for Welsh Australians but it is ofinterest for all Welsh people overseas, it contains lots of info aboutWelshness and has links to Plaid Cymru - Melbourne and lots more.
Hwyl Pedr BonnellRegardsPeter Bonnellpeter.bonnell@rmit.edu.au
Anthony James llanelli and St kitts released his new novel: "Smiles In Africa" It is available from www.Lulu.com ref 150339, a ribald tale of a Welshman in West Africa, Lorrette Mc laughlin formerly of the Boston Globe describes the novel as "Terrific I couldn't put it down.""Asplendid new work that made me laugh and cry." Claude Evans Secretary to the Welsh Guild. http://www.lulu.com/content/150339
I would like to announce the up coming book, Blaenafon- Birthplace of Steel & Sacrifice (Mountain Thoughts) by Mr Allan Matthews of Blaenafon, Wales. This is an amazing book written from the heart of a man who made a promise and kept it. It has been almost five years in the writing and will be released in aproximately 2 months. Things right now are going really crazy as Allan has well over 150 orders from his area, Browning Book Store there wants the book and here in the USA people from Welsh societies are screaming for the book. There is a huge Welsh community in and around the Penn- Maryland area that want to order the book in bulk just as soon as it is available. Because of all of this the publisher is putting a rush on the printing of it. There is also going to be an article and reviews in the Ninnau, the largest and oldest Welsh newspaper in the world.
We would appreciate it if you could put an announcement in your paper about the book along with attached reviews and the url for his web site. www.bleanavonmountainthoughts.com The web site tells a little about the book and there is also an excerpt from the book there.
Oes diddordeb gynnych i deithio i Dde America? Are you intrested to visit South America?Rydym yn arbenigo mewn trefnu teithiau i Batagonia ond hefyd yn ymweld a gwledydd eraill fel Perw, Bolifia a Brasil. Cysylltwch a ni, We specialize in arranging trips to Patagonia, Peru, Bolivia and Brazil.Please contact us for more information!Fabio ac Ann-Marie Lewis llwchpat@hotmail.com
Melbourne, AwstraliaAnnwyl Bawb/Dear all,Cangen Melbourne ac Osiania yn dathlu Dydd Gwyl Dewi Melbourne and Oceania Branch of Plaid Cymru, the Party of Wales - St David’s Day celebration.Prynhawn Llawen. A time contribute a song, poem, story, dance or to sit back and relax.Dyddiad/Date: March 26, 2006Amser/Time: 1.30pmLle/Place: 78 Male Street, Brighton (03 9592 9992)Dewch a/Bring: a small plate to share for afternoon teaY gost/Cost: $5 donation. Children freeCroeso cynnes i bawb/ Welcome to members and non-members.Dilyswada@ozemail.com.au
Sydney Welsh Choir for 2006The Sydney Welsh Choir with more than seventy men and women, drawn from all parts of the Sydney area, is a significant cultural entity in Sydney's Welsh Community.
http://www.swc.org.au/events.html
If you have any interesting websites associated with Wales/North America and the rest of the world let us know we will give it a link on our next Newsletter!!!!!
See, Hear, and Taste More of Wales
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0106/online_extra.html
St. David’s Society of Minnesota
http://www.stdavidsofmn.org/
NOFEL Y MIS mis Mawrth yw Glas, Hazel Charles Evans (Gwasg Carreg Gwalch) £6.50 1845270304. Yn gefndir i'r stori garu ddifyr mae mynyddoedd yr Andes, sychder y paith a'r cysylltiadau rhyfedd rhwng Cymru a Phatagonia. Bydd Glas yn eich atgoffa bod rhamant yn dal yn fyw ac yn iach, ac yn eich swyno hefyd.
WALES BOOK OF THE MONTH mis Mawrth yw Rugby Trip Stories David Jandrell a Matthew Tucker (Y Lolfa) £3.95 0862438713
www.gwales.com a www.cllc.org.uk
"A warm welcome awaits you in Wales."
196 photo images of South Wales with a recording of a Welsh Male Voice Choir as background music featuring voice choir, Côr Meibion Rhôs Cwmtawe, singing hymns in Welsh from their music CD, "Emynau i Bawb," "Hymns for Everyone."
NTSC and PAL FORMATS - DVD-R for television viewing
EMAIL: DVDPOSTCARDWALES@CS.COMwww.walescd.com
Ckeck the buzy March schedule and music samples of Arizona Welsh top band Oceans Apart!
http://www.oceansapartmusic.com/schedule.htm
Ninnau website has been updated check it out! NINNAU means "us" or "we also" and is pronounced "nin-eye." Answering the need for a stronger link between the many Welsh communities of North America. http://www.ninnau.com
Welsh recipe of the week !!!
Welsh Waffle
Ingredients :
1 pkt Stouffer's Welsh rarebit prepared according to package directions 4 x cooked waffles 1 pkt frozen broccoli spears - (10 oz) prepared according to package directions 8 x strips bacon cooked, drained
Method : Place broccoli spears on each waffle; top with bacon. Top with Welsh rarebit.This recipe yields 4 servings.Description: "This meal is sure to be a family favorite for brunch, lunch or dinner! Purchase waffles in the freezer section of your grocery store."
North America Welsh Video Library is based in Virginia - A great collection of Welsh Movies,Children Programmes,Documentaries and Concerts in English/Welsh and with Subtitles, from Richard Burton first ever movie to a documentary about the Welsh in the American Civil War. THE CYMDEITHAS MADOG FILM LIBRARY For a full list of the Library collection please contact: Bob Roser 1203 Harbour Drive Stafford, VA 22554 roscym@adelphia.net
If you wish to discuss or debate everything about Wales and Welshness please join our Yahoo group. You don't have to be from Arizona or even Welsh to join. Just a healthy interest in the Welsh Current Affairs/Language and Culture - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WelshLanguageofAz
Upcoming events of Welsh interest Americas and the rest of the world !
BRIDGEND TECH, SOUTH WALES, UK. A friendly reunion of 'old' pupils and staff (male and female) from the 1950's is taking place on Tuesday May 23rd this year at The Tech itself. Did you attend or do you know of anyone who attended? We would be very pleased to hear from you. Please contact me, Anne Parfitt-Edwards, at SpringettCrew@aol.com
North American Association for the Study of Welsh Culture and History (NAASWCH) International Conference on Welsh Studies Call for Papers July 13-15, 2006 University of Wales, Swansea The NAASWCH Program Committee seeks diverse perspectives on Wales and Welsh culture -- as well as proposals focused on the Welsh in North America -- from many disciplines including: history, literature, languages, art, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, philosophy, music, and religion. NAASWCH invites participation from faculty, postgraduate/graduate students and independent scholars from North America, the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Those wishing to present a paper suitable for a 20 minute reading may submit an abstract (maximum one-page). Proposals for thematic sessions, panel presentations, or other formats are also welcome. Please include a brief (one-page) vita with your submission. The abstract – proposal deadline is Dec. 23, 2005; but early proposals are encouraged. Participants will be notified by mid-February. NAASWCH works to promote scholarship on all aspects of Welsh culture and history; to develop connections between teachers and scholars in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom who are committed to the study of Welsh culture, history, languages, and literature; to provide an intellectual forum in which scholars and teachers of Welsh culture may share their research and teaching experience, and to provide support for the study of Welsh-North American history and culture. See the NAASWCH website for additional information: http://spruce.flint.umich.edu/~ellisjs/naaswch.html Please submit abstracts or session proposals by no later than Friday, Dec. 23, 2005 to: Dr. Melinda Gray, 15 Woodbridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA; mgray@post.harvard.edu. Those who are not submitting proposals but would like to receive conference information should contact: Dr. John S. Ellis, NAASWCH Secretary, University of Michigan Flint, Flint MI, 48502, USA; ellisjs@umflint.edu.
Newyddion o Patagonia - News from Patagonia We are pleased to inform you that Fundación Ameghino,Centro de Estudios Históricos y Sociales de Puerto Madryn and Asociación Punta Cuevas are organizing the THIRD INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON THE WELSH IN PATAGONIA. Our interest is to promote the knowledge and to popularize all subjects related to the arrival, settlement and integration of the Welsh colonists in Patagonia. Owing to this, contributions based on research and fieldworks concerning the Welsh-Patagonian themes will be most welcome as well as multidisciplinary works, intending to generate new approaches to the topic. We would be very pleased if you could attend the Conference and/or to present a paper there. Deadline for sending abstracts is March 31st, 2006. With kindest regards on behalf of the Organizing Board FERNANDO CORONATO coronato@cenpat.edu.ar
North Carolina
Telyneg: Welsh Harp Song and Story World-class harpist of Welsh folk music and harping, Robin Huw Bowen delights his audiences with traditional and melodic songs from his homeland of Wales. Playing the unusual triple harp, he is foremost in this specialty field, playing mid-17th to the end of the 19th Centuries folk tunes His lively and melodic tunes have kept alive the traditions of instrumental music from the past and now greatly entertain in the present. An added delight will be Eiry Palfrey, a renowned Welsh storyteller, who joins Robin in keeping ancient Welsh traditions alive. To register, please call 910.962.3195 or register online at http://www.uncw.edu/dpscs/pathways.htm Instructor: Robin Huw Bowen Performance Only 04/04/06 Tuesday: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM, 1 Session 15.00 Register by March 28th to be assured seating. For $30 you can register for dinner and the performance. Dinner is at 6 pm. To register, please call 910.962.3195 or register online at http://www.uncw.edu/dpscs/pathways.htm Suzie Bean cymrucochan@hotmail.com
Ontario Welsh
The Ontario Gymanfa Gannu Association will be holding their Annual Welsh Festival from Friday, April 28 to April 30, 2006 at the Arden Park Hotal in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. The guest choir will be Cantorion Pontarddulais, from Pontarddulais, S. Wales, conducted by Ifor Miles. This is a mixed choir that has won first prize at the National Eisteddfod five times. This is their first visit to Canada. During the weekend there will be a Noson Lawen on Friday night, Saturday children's acitivities, and a seminar given by a member of the Shakespearian Theatre in the afternoon, followed by the Banquet and Grand Concert at 8.00 pm at the Parkview United Church. On Sunday the Gymanfa Ganu will be held at 10.30 am and 2 pm at the Church with lunch being served by the ladies of the Church between the two services. Stratford, Ontario is known for the Stratford Shakespearian Festival and their season starts on April 28th. Please go to our website at www.ontariowelshfestival.ca for more information. You may also contact me: Margaret E. Williams (Mrs) Secretary, Ontario Welsh Festival - Gymanfa Ganu Association Tel.No: 519-681-8995 or e-mail williams623@rogers.com
Detroit
Shirley Bassey Tribute Artist/Impersonator from the UK performing at a James Bond Event in Detroit on 19 May 06 with a 15pc Band. www.surelybassey.co.uk
Geraint Wilkes’ “Musical Wales – May 26-June 5, 2006” includes the Urdd Yr Eisteddfod In 2006, tour participants signing up for Welsh tenor, Geraint Wilkes’ “Musical Wales Tour” will enjoy an exciting day in Denbighshire, on the outskirts of Ruthin, where the most talented young people in Wales will gather for the Urdd Eisteddfod 2006, to compete in singing, dancing, recitation, acting & musicianship. Perhaps they will witness the discovery of the next Charlotte Church or Katherine Jenkins or Bryn Terfel! Wales included in the tour are Snowdonia, the coast of Meirionydd via Cambrian Coastal Railway, Aberystwyth (Geraint’s birthplace), The National Shrine of St. David’s, the medieval seaside resort of Tenby & Wales, the Rhondda Valley and the cosmopolitan capital of Wales - Cardiff. As usual, the tour will include 3 evenings of private entertainment by Geraint, an internationally acclaimed tenor and his local musical friends. Continental Airlines, already serving passengers to/from Manchester (gateway to north Wales), now offer a new direct service from Newark to Bristol, less than an hour’s drive from Cardiff, a welcome relief from the hassle of London’s airports. Call for brochure: 1-800-654-6527 or e-mail: irelandtravel@comcast.net
Wales v Argentina 2006 Join us for The 2006 Welsh Argentinean Rugby Tour, flying from USA and UK. Two internationals, June 10 and 17, 2006. The venue for the game on June 10 is not yet announced, Mendoza is an option, however, June 17 will be Buenos Aries. The tour will include Premium hotels and excursions (Patagonia) Guaranteed Premium Match Tickets Pre and Post match entertainment. Team access Dedicated multi lingual staff. Contact Brian Bevan bribevan@aol.com
July is Welsh Heritage Week 2006, held this year in East Stroudsberg University, East Stroudsberg, PA - 23 - 30 July 2006. For more information please click on the link www.welshheritageweek.org
Labor Day weekend, August 31 - 3 September, 2006. North American Festival of Wales featuring the 75th Welsh National Gymanfa Ganu in Cincinnati, Ohio For more information please click on the link www.nafow.org
Remember the most important events in Patagonia 2006: Youth Eisteddfod (de la Juventud) In Gaiman, Chubut from september 7 th to september 9 th 2006 Eisteddfod y Wladfa (del Chubut) In Trelew, Chubut from october 26 th to october 29 th ¡¡¡ You are Wellcome!!!!!.... For more information contact us: aferreira@tierrasurpatagonia.com.ar Cofion Mirna ac Armando
Businesses Supporting the Welsh League of Arizona - By supporting these companies generous contributions to the Society will be made!! Consumers and purchasers if you can let us know that you used their services it will be much appreciated!!! http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/businesses.html
Any other businesses wish to be Friends of the Welsh League please contact us!!!
Gwersi Cymraeg all over the world!!!!!!!!!!
Boston
Boston Welsh
This is an announcement that the Boston Welsh language Learners Group (Boston-Cymraeg), will be meeting next Tuesday (1/24/06) at John Harvard's - 33 Dunster Street in Harvard Square, Cambridge - at 7pm. It's very close to the Redline Station. This group was formed by area locals who are similarly interested in learning but who had little or no previous experience and no luck in locating formal classes. Given the lack of available tutors, we decided to do it on our own. We will make use of the many language products available on the market, and hope to acquire more experienced or native speakers in the future to assist us. Presently modelled on gruop self-study, it is free and open to all. If you or someone you know is interested, please feel free to drop in for this casual meet-n-greet and to plan how to proceed. Also - once again I will implore that if anyone is willing to consider being a tutor, please step forward so we can discuss options. It could be a significant opportunity for someone to gain experience teaching - and fees can be negotiated so there could be financial incentives too. There are 12 members presently, and with ongoing announcements (via craigslist) the number will probably continue to grow. Diolch yn fawr -Allen Howell Marchogwr@aol.com
Welsh language class - Pittsburgh Greetings from the St. David's Society of Pittsburgh. A belated Happy St. David's Day.We will be continuing our Welsh language classes again this spring.The classes will be starting on Tuesday March 7th and continue for 12 weeks until May 30th.The classes will again be held in Room 1228 at the Cathedral of Learning on Pitt's campus.The classes will be instructed again by Rhob EvansThe class sessions will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m.The fee for the course is $10.If there are any questions please contact;Pauline Lewis at bpu9@cdc.gov orDale P. Richards at Reddragondale@msn.com Happy SpringDale P. Richards St. David's Society of Pittsburgh www:stdavidssociety.org
New York
I would really appreciate your help to spread the message that Welsh Language classes are available in New York City starting October 11, 2005 The Saint David's Society of the State of New York 47, Fifth Avenue, (The Salmagundi Club) between 11 and 12 Streets Starting Tuesday October 11 2005 at 7 pm Fee - $100 per semester Cyfarchion cynnes David E. Morgan Demorg215@aol.com
Welsh-American Society of Northern California and I would like to know if you could add a news item about a course we are offering. Here are the details: Welsh Conversation Course in the San Francisco Bay Area of California Saturdays from 2-4 starting September 24th, 2005 for more info contact: dianadream@hotmail.com, phone 510-223-5902 or visit our website www.wasnc.org Thanks for everything and feel free to email me if you have any questions! Hwyl fawr, Diana
Awstralia
Visiting Melbourne? Come and join the Welsh Classes run by Tafod y Cymry. They are held in the city centre at 7.00pm on a Tuesday night at the Celtic Club, 316-320 Queen St (Cnr Queen and La Trobe Sts). The Tara Bar for the Welsh Night and a pint at around 8.45pm wada@ozemail.com.au to check term dates
Sydney, Welsh Classes
Welsh is taught in different parts of Sydney. Classes are held in Pennant Hills, Coogee, Panania, Cammeray and the Northern Beaches. For information on language classes please contact Sion Llwyd. Tel 02 99795584 sion@cia.com.au
Arizona ** Welsh League of Arizona hosts Welsh Classes all year round. For further information please contact them directly - tel: 623 939 0209 or e-mail: AZWELSH@aol.com. For further information about our activities please check out their website: www.welshleagueofarizona.org
Want to learn the basics of Welsh check this section: http://www.welshleagueofarizona.org/cymraeg.html
Tucson, Arizona Welsh Language classes will start every Thursday at 7 PM. E-Mail Lynn Watts at lynnwatts_85742@yahoo.com for details and directions. Thanks. Hope to see you soon. Lynn
Colorado
** The Colorado Welsh Society has Welsh Language classes on Tuesdays from the first Tuesday in October to the last Tuesday in May. Go to the website (http:/home.att.net/~coloradowelsh/CWSmain.html) or contact Elis Owens, cws-president@mindspring.com or Sam Kuntz, sam.kuntz@comcast.net. for information on the classes or upcoming events.
Welsh Lessons in Chicago
Contact Winston Evans at winstone@sbcglobal.net for further details of times and locations of Welsh Lessons in the Chicago area.
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