Families With Cambodian Children

FAMCAM
Families with Cambodian Children

WATER FESTIVAL 2008

The Southeast Asian Water Festival – Lowell, MA
August 16, 2008
Longboat races, music and dance from Cambodia and Laos, ethnic food, and arts and crafts will be available. Location: Lowell Heritage State Park. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: 978-454-4286

http://www.lowellwaterfestival.org/

Please call the RADISSON hotel directly to book your room. We have a block of rooms reserved (they have an indoor pool).

Check in time is 3PM, check out time is 12 Noon
10 INDEPENDENCE DRIVE CHELMSFORD, MA 01824

Standard rooms are in the old section of the hotel, farthest from the pool. All of the guest rooms include:

* Complimentary Wireless Internet Access
* Executive work desk with adjustable chairs
* 25" color television w/remote control, pay-per-view movies and video games
* Two line telephone with data port access and voicemail
* Complimentary USA Today
* Coffee Maker with tea and coffee
* Iron and Ironing board
* Handicap Accessible Rooms Available
* Studio Suites are the perfect choice for those needing just a little more space. Twice the space of our traditional rooms
* Living and Dining Area with dining table
* Microwave and mini-refrigerator
* Sofa Bed
* Executive work desk with adjustable chairs
* Large marble bathroom

Please mention: FamCam when booking. Hotel in Chelmsford Mass. 978-256-0800 Reservations 1-800-333-3333
http://www.radisson.com

Due to a lack of interest there are no events or meals planned this year. If you want to try and get in touch with other families going, try putting a message on one of the Cambodian Adopt listserves.

CALENDAR

The Angkor Dance Troupe

(http://www.angkordance.org), which is based in Lowell, MA, has some exciting programs coming up this summer:

- Wednesday, 8/6, 11:00 a.m. - free dance performance at Boarding House Park in Lowell as part of the Lowell Summer Music Series.

- Saturday, 8/16, p.m. (time tbd) - free dance performance at Lowell Heritage State Park as part of the 11th annual Southeast Asian Water Festival.

The dance troupe is also sponsoring a program this summer entitled "At Home with Cambodian Culture." Details are below.

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AT HOME WITH CAMBODIAN CULTURE

Spend the steamy months of August learning about the food, culture, and customs of this beautiful Southeast Asian country. After sampling the tastes, smells, sights and sounds of Cambodian dishes, holidays and “at-home” customs, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled 10,000 miles and seen the wonders of the world.

These workshops are also a great way for families to spend time together during the summer, learning skills that you can share.

Chef/owner Sophy Suon of Modern Catering brings her in-depth knowledge of Cambodian ingredients, cooking, culture and customs to you, through workshops that you can take a la carte, or as a prix-fixe menu. Workshops will take place in Lowell, location TBA.

Sunday, August 3rd, 2:00-4:00pm Cambodian Cuisine 101
What are those fragrant lumpy fruits anyway? What does the laos root look like? What’s the difference between all those kinds of basil? Learn about the essential ingredients of Cambodian cooking, and walk away with 3 recipies and the firsthand experience of making classic dishes including an appetizer, a soup and a main course.

Sunday, August 10th, 2:00-4:00pm Barbecue Cambodian Style
Tired of the same old hotdogs, burgers and drumsticks on the grill? Spice things up by learning about the rich history of outdoor cooking in Cambodia. Add lemongrass, coconut, and scallions to your repertoire, and your chicken and shrimp skewers will make family and friends smile this summer.

Sunday, August 17th, 2:00-4:00pm Foods for Celebration
How are the big Cambodian holidays celebrated at home? What foods does every Cambodian child associate with family and holidays? What is in the traditional fondue that brings the family together around the cooking pot for special occasions?
Each session features an introduction to cultural roots, to ingredients and cooking and to the rich history that gave rise to Cambodian customs and cuisine. What better way to enjoy the summer with friends and family, learning about the beautiful aspects of Cambodian culture?

Workshop Fees are: $20/adult per workshop, $15 per child per workshop or $35 per family

Registration for all three workshops is $50/person or $95/family – a savings of $15. Early registration (by July 31st) qualifies you to win a one-on-one cooking lesson or a catered meal at your home, with Chef Sophy Suon of Modern Catering. Drawing on Sunday, August 3rd.

Space is Limited! Register by calling (978) 275-1823 or by sending an email to: lydiabreckon@yahoo.com.

Credits: Drawing by Cambodian child from TSF Cards