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EDITORBrooke [email protected]

ASSISTANT EDITORStephanie Chan

CONTRIBUTORSHelen CarruthersAnnie FiferLee ParrAshley RoukemaKate Weisman

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ContentsNews from the Board 2

Membership 3

AWA Enjoys 4

AWA Clubs & Sports - Spiritual Literacy Group 6

Hong Kong Taxis 8

Welcome Back Breakfast 14

Journey to Tibet with AWA’s Asian Tours 16

Calendar 21

2 AWARE November 2017

How do you give thanks? Perhaps it’s by sending a grateful message, making a surprise gift or practicing hospitality? November is the month when Americans around the world celebrate Thanksgiving; originally it was a harvest festival, but now it is a time when families gather together to enjoy a meal and each other’s company. Living in Hong Kong can make us feel isolated from loved ones. However, we can decide to connect with the community around us and contribute to helping others. There is much joy in giving, and the AWA provides many opportunities for members to give back in a variety of ways.

We were delighted to meet many of you at the Welcome Back Breakfast and to have you sign up for some of our volunteering programs. It is never too late to join or get involved. Expressing an interest doesn’t give you a ‘job for life’ but the chance to find out more, try it out and make new friends in the process. We know that within the AWA there is a huge amount of talent, skill and creativity, so let’s use it! As the well-known saying goes, “One person cannot change the world but we can change the world for one person.”

Please join us for the following opportunities:

AWA Community Volunteering

Soup KitchenHong Kong Society for the BlindHong Kong HostsChina WharfRonald McDonald House Birthday PartiesDecember Cookie Drive (we know you can all bake!)

From Chairs of Community Service and Education & Scholarship, Lee Parr and Helen Carruthers

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AWA Education Volunteering

Kwun Tong Government Secondary School (Kwan Tong)Buddhist Tai Hung College (Sham Shui Po)CCC Kei Chun Primary School (Mei Foo)Ko Ho Ning Memorial Primary School (Lai King)Lingnan Secondary School (Chai Wan)Ebenezer Home & School for the Visually Handicapped (Pok Fu Lam)Mock Interview Program (various locations)Western Dining Etiquette (various locations)

Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving Day!

Lee Parr: [email protected] Carruthers: [email protected]

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Welcome New Members

The AWA (American Women’s Association) is a dynamic community of women of all nationalities, with over 650 members from 36 countries. We are sure you will find your niche through our diverse range of activities, events and opportunities to volunteer. All women are welcome – do join us!

Current members – you are our best ambassadors. Please introduce new arrivals and old friends to AWA – over wine at OWL, at a Neighborhood Coffee, a WOW event, or encourage them to attend CHAT. AWA’s vision is that all women can connect with us and develop a rich, satisfying and purposeful life in Hong Kong.

Joining AWA is easy via our website at: awa.org.hk or call 2527 2961. 

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IN THINKING ABOUT what I would most like to do upon my second tour back in Hong Kong, I decided I wanted to learn more about Asian religion and philosophy and form a group of women to read and discuss my interfaith library of spiritually themed books. That was six years ago in 2011. Since then, I’ve participated in various spiritual and meditation retreats and workshops sponsored by Buddhists and Hindu groups, audited a comparative religions course at Hong Kong University, served on the organizing committee of the Hong Kong Network for Religions and Peace, facilitated the annual Baha’i World Religion Day, and founded the AWA Spiritual Literacy Group (SLG) which is now in its sixth year.

SLG is my favorite activity. Hong Kong is unique in its spiritual diversity on offer. In a relatively small geographical area there are temples, monasteries, churches, mosques, synagogues and other sacred spaces, along with its

corresponding interfaith population, all living in close proximity. And yet despite its rich diversity and closeness, there are relatively few platforms for meaningful interfaith engagement. SLG is unique and special in this way. In addition to reading a wide range of renowned spiritual authors across all faiths, SLG has attracted an international group of thoughtful and open women on diverse paths who engage in elevated and meaningful discussion. It’s refreshing, inspiring and educational. One long time member calls it getting her “spiritual spa.” We learn from our reading, and from each other, and create deep bonds of friendship and understanding in the process.

Fellow SLG member Mina Weight agrees. “[T]his morning of reading, discussing and meditation is the most uplifting part of my week. In a city of pressure, instant gratification and materialism, Kate creates an oasis of calm . . . . ” Mina also attests to SLG’s open and welcoming ethos, saying

AWA Spiritual Literacy GroupBy Kate Weisman

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“[W]e openly discuss spiritual philosophy, without fear of judgment.” That may be due to its diversity of membership. Members include those of Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Muslim and agnostic belief systems from America, Australia, Britain, Canada, China (Hong Kong and Mainland), India, Japan, Pakistan, Norway and Taiwan. Its underlying principle is a belief in oneness, that at the core of each of our spiritual traditions is the same spiritual truth and fundamental message of inclusivity where all paths are respected and honored and there is unity in diversity.

Since its inception, SLG has discussed 16 books with spiritual themes from celebrated authors including the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, Viktor Frankl , Sue Monk Kidd, Paramahansa Yogananda and Eckhart Tolle. SLG’s 2017 fall selection includes The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak, The Essential Rumi translated by Coleman Barks, The Seven Valleys and Four Valleys by Baha’u’llah and Seeking the Wisdom of the Heart – Reflections on Seven Stages of Spiritual Development by Patricia Roman McGraw, Phd.

SLG meets two mornings a month (generally the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month) and meetings include a short group meditation and interfaith devotional and discussion. For more information or to join, please contact me at [email protected].

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AWA Spiritual Literacy Group Books • Spiritual Literacy - Reading the Sacred in Everyday Life by

Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat • Happier by Dr. Tal Ben-Shaar, NY Times Best Seller and "the

backbone of the most popular and life- changing course at Harvard."

• The Faith Club – A Muslim, A Christian, A Jew – Three Women Search for Understanding by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver and Priscilla Warner

• My Stroke of Insight - a Brain Scientist's Personal Journey by Jill Bolte Taylor, Phd.

• Towards a True Kinship of Faiths by H.H. the Dalai Lama• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle • Proof of Heaven by Dr. Eben Alexander• A Pace of Grace: The Virtues of a Sustainable Life by Linda

Kavelin Popov• Thrive – The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a

Life of Well-Being, Wisdom and Wonder by Arianna Huffington• The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of

Meditation by Thich Nhat Hanh• Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl• Soulcraft – Crossing into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche by

Bill Plotkin• When the Heart Waits: Spiritual Direction for Life’s Sacred

Questions by Sue Monk Kidd• Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda • A New Earth - Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle• The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch• The Forty Rules of Love by Elif Shafak


F E A T U R E

THE HONG KONG TAXI is a familiar sight in our urban landscape. Part urban legend and part visual muse, it garners our attention and is something most of us have chanced. You know the ritual. You step out a bit, raise your hand and flag down a red and silver taxi. Shortly after we moved to Hong Kong, my 9-month old was conditioned to try and wave down any red car.

If you have ever wondered about the red and silver Toyota Comfort (of all names) so commonly associated with our city, you might be interested to learn some interesting facts about them. Taxis have been around Hong Kong since 1923 with the formation of the Hong Kong and Kowloon Taxi-cab Co, Ltd. Before then, you had the choice of a rickshaw, bus, or tram, or you could walk. The original fleet was about 30 imported Citroen Landaulette vehicles that within a year had to be replaced with a new batch, more formally engineered for Hong Kong’s uniquely vertical landscape. It was not until the 1970s that the current color scheme was introduced. Until then, a taxi could be any number of colors, makes or models (even a Mercedes-Benz), making it quite difficult to distinguish legal taxis from illegal ones; hence came the Transportation Department’s uniform color scheme announcement in 1974: “Silver for the upper half and red for the lower half,” in the hopes of eliminating the unlicensed taxis. The green New Territories taxi scheme followed in 1976 and, later, Lantau blue was established in 1983. It was during the 1980s and 90s that the Toyota Crown Comfort emerged as an especially popular

Hong Kong TaxisBy Ashley Roukema

workhorse, shaping what is now an iconic symbol in urban transport.

The Hong Kong taxi is one topic of conversation that gets most people talking, perhaps because everyone has a story to tell. There are many positives to mention including relatively cheap fares, not having to worry about parking, not having to navigate the traffic ourselves, and an abundant supply so it is fairly convenient to flag one down. The Transportation Department reports there are 18,163 red taxis in Hong Kong. When compared to the reported 13,587 yellow taxicabs in NYC (2016), it’s easy to see that we are a taxi rich city.

Some taxis and drivers are a bit famous. We hear about THE singing taxi driver. (I have had a taxi driver sing to me but I’m not sure if he was THE one.) One taxi has the vanity plate TAXIKING, so be on the lookout for that one. And we all love to pass on terrible stories about “the worst ride ever,” “the strangest conversation,” “the rudest driver,” “the smelliest vehicle,” or “my lost phone or wallet.” With so much riding on this city symbol, is it any wonder Christmas ornaments, books, art, and souvenirs feature Hong Kong taxis? They represent the city as a common visual element. With the dynamic color scheme, very consistent labeling, and green sticker proclaiming the number of passengers, it’s easy to see why this mode of transport is so keenly associated with the city itself.


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Tuesday, December 5, 20175:30-8pm Oolaa, Bridges Street, Central/Sheung Wan Complimentary drink and nibblesGreat door prizes Come and join us for a lively and fun-filled evening to kick-start the holiday season

Members Free andGuests welcome ($200)


Giving back to our Hong Kong community is at the heart of AWA, a tradition of 60 years. Building on that tradition, AWA’s Giving Tree is back for the second year after its successful debut in 2015.

Our goal by evening’s end is to cover the tree with golden stars, each star is a gift from you to a selected charity. Whether you make a donation for yourself, or as a gift on behalf of someone else, 100% of your contribution will go to the charity you choose.

You’ll find the Giving Tree in the center of PMQ’s Courtyard, at the heart of the AWA Charity Bazaar. The Charitable Giving Committee members will answer any questions you have about the charity partners and programs selected for your for support.

How it works:You choose the charity and program and select a gift star size for either HK$100, HK$300 or HK$500* and put your name or a message on the star and hang it on The Giving Tree. If you are donating on behalf of a friend or family member, Giving Tree cards with will be available for you to send.

Our heartfelt thanks to Crown Relocations for their generous sponsorship of AWA’s Giving Tree *Cash, local cheques and credit cards all accepted.

For HK$200 you point to a bag on the table and walk away a winner! We have 2014 Gewurztraminer, a magnum of Louise Roederer, signature craft beers, bordeauxs and so much more!

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Without our generous donors we couldn’t bring you these fabulous, fun and beautiful items! Thank you so much to The American Club, Bowerbird Home, Sapana Shakia, Crown Relocations, Country Holidays and Belmond La Residence Phou Vao, Happy Jewel, Marco Polo Hotel, TGI Technology, Not Only Olives, MWM Wine School, Lala Curio and Timothy Oulton.

Take a look below to see what we have in store for you and make sure you stop by to put your bid down and check in with us before the end of the day to make sure you weren’t outbid!

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Giving back to our Hong Kong community is at the heart of AWA, a tradition of 60 years. Building on that tradition, AWA’s Giving Tree is back for the second year after its successful debut in 2015.

Our goal by evening’s end is to cover the tree with golden stars, each star is a gift from you to a selected charity. Whether you make a donation for yourself, or as a gift on behalf of someone else, 100% of your contribution will go to the charity you choose.

You’ll find the Giving Tree in the center of PMQ’s Courtyard, at the heart of the AWA Charity Bazaar. The Charitable Giving Committee members will answer any questions you have about the charity partners and programs selected for your for support.

How it works:You choose the charity and program and select a gift star size for either HK$100, HK$300 or HK$500* and put your name or a message on the star and hang it on The Giving Tree. If you are donating on behalf of a friend or family member, Giving Tree cards with will be available for you to send.

Our heartfelt thanks to Crown Relocations for their generous sponsorship of AWA’s Giving Tree *Cash, local cheques and credit cards all accepted.

For HK$200 you point to a bag on the table and walk away a winner! We have 2014 Gewurztraminer, a magnum of Louise Roederer, signature craft beers, bordeauxs and so much more!

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Without our generous donors we couldn’t bring you these fabulous, fun and beautiful items! Thank you so much to The American Club, Bowerbird Home, Sapana Shakia, Crown Relocations, Country Holidays and Belmond La Residence Phou Vao, Happy Jewel, Marco Polo Hotel, TGI Technology, Not Only Olives, MWM Wine School, Lala Curio and Timothy Oulton.

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THE AWA ASIAN TOURS GROUP traveled to Tibet with an incredible group of 11 women from 10 different home countries. Crossing over two different mountain passes, the trip ranged in altitude from a low of 3656 meters (almost 12,000 feet) to a high of 5039 meters (16,532 feet). Even at the low point, the air was noticeably thinner, and every step felt like lead weights on your feet.

We started in Lhasa with the Potola Palace, which was the Winter Home of the Dalai Lama from 1645 until 1959, when the 14th Dalai fled to India. Later, we visited the Jokhang Monastery, which is considered the most sacred and important temple, as it is the home of the first Buddhist Statutes in Tibet. Hiking the pilgrim trail outside the Ganden Monastery, was a treat, made more special due to the treacherous, nine-kilometers of steep switch-back road we endured first.

Journey to Tibet withAWA’s Asian Tours

By Annie Fifer


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The beauty of this country is only matched by the warmth and openness of its people. We were lucky. During a pit stop, we were invited into a local house. The lady of the house and her husband gave us a tour of their home, which could easily have appeared in World of Interiors. The visit was topped off with some home-brewed barley beer.

The crystal blue waters of the Holy Yamdrok Lake were a perfect place for a picnic lunch, complete with private loo tent, and then we started up the mountain passes. Even in September, there was snow on the peaks. And at the highest pass, we viewed the Karo La Glacier.

Arriving in the very picturesque old town of Gyantze, we happened upon a group of locals enjoying a local Tibetan dice/drinking/gambling game! Our final city before returning to Lhasa was Xigatzye, and the Tashilungpo Monastery, home of the Panchen Lama, 2nd only to the Dalai Lama.

Tibet Fun Fact: Tibetan women may have multiple husbands, but Tibetan men may only have one wife.

Surprise of the trip: The food! We had been warned that the food may not appeal to our palate, but we enjoyed amazing food at all of our stops, most of all in the family run home kitchen, with its walls charmingly covered with accolades from travelers spanning the globe.

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C A L E N D A R - O N G O I N G E V E N T S

Neighborhood CoffeesIf you live, work or play in any of the following neighborhoods, join others in your area for a monthly coffee. Meet new friends or catch up with old ones, discuss and plan new activities. Contact your local coordinator for details of forthcoming coffees.

HK SOUTHSIDE Jean Han, [email protected]

POK FU LAM AND SHOUSON HILLAnnie Fifer, [email protected] BAY Kathryn Abbott, [email protected]

SAI KUNGKatherine Fenton, [email protected] Penny Soder, [email protected] CENTRAL/MID LEVELSKathy Barber, [email protected]

OWL CENTRAL (Out With the Ladies) Come join us any week or every week - same time, same place (except public holidays). WHEN: Every Tuesday, 5:30pm – 7:00pmWHERE: Oolaa 20 Bridges Street, Soho COORDINATOR: Susie Edrington, [email protected]

CHAT (Come Have a Talk)WHEN: Thursday, 10:30am – 12:00 noon (except public holidays) WHERE: Café 8, Rooftop of Pier 8, above the

Maritime Museum. COST: No fee (all beverages & lunches at

personal expense)COORDINATOR: Barbara Galligan, 6080 6523 [email protected]

AWA Buddy ProgramHow would you like to help welcome new members to the AWA? The AWA Buddy Program pairs interested new members with a “Buddy” who helps answer questions about life in Hong Kong and/or the AWA. We always need new Buddies as new members join throughout the year. If this behind-the-scenes activity appeals to you, please contact Alison May at [email protected].

Foon Ying-Hong Kong Insights Foon Ying means “welcome” in Cantonese and the whole idea of these sessions is to embark on adventures and embrace new friendships. We welcome AWA members, both long standing and newbies, to get together and explore the SAR; to share experiences about life in Hong Kong along with the tips and wrinkles that just make it all a bit easier. We aim to help you build your friendship circles so the program is great for both brand new “Hong Kongers” as well as those of us who have been here a while and watched our first batch of friends and contacts head home or off to new pastures. Your commitment is to attend all three sessions over a three-week period and be willing to explore new places and meet some lovely people (and possibly lifelong friends)!

WHEN: Every monthWHERE: AWA office or alternate location as agreed COORDINATORS: Chrissie Govier, [email protected] Helen Pott, [email protected] KD Schumacher, [email protected]

DB OWL (Out with the Ladies) Come join us any week or every week - same time, same place (except public holidays)WHEN: Wednesdays 5:30-7:30pmWHERE: 22 North Discovery BayCOORDINATOR: Susan Putnam, [email protected]


THE COOKIE DRIVE is one of AWA’s longest standing holiday traditions. In early December volunteers bake and deliver cookies to the HK Red Cross, who then distribute them to 21 Red Cross Hospital Schools for their Christmas parties. The kids love our cookies, especially the decorated sugar cookies and gingerbread men. The children and their families love this tradition as they feel a generosity and warmth of spirit from the cookies we donate each year.

This year to make it easier for bakers we ask that you bake one or more batches of the following:

Sugar cookies - decorated or plain- (using half the sugar required in recipe)

Oatmeal cookiesGingerbread men - decorated or plainAnd of course if you want to participate in our cookie

drive but don’t have time to bake then you can buy some cookies to donate - All cookies are appreciated! We ask that you pack the cookies in Tupperware boxes, which makes transporting such large quantities much easier and also keeps the cookies from crumbling. We have some boxes for

cookies available in the AWA office if you would like to collect a box.

Please register on the AWA website under the volunteer page for the Red Cross Cookie Drive. Once you register you will receive more information like where to drop off the cookies (which will be in different areas in HK) and some recipes for you to try if you don’t have a favorite!

Thank you for your help and I hope that we will get many holiday bakers for this amazing event. Our goal is 3000 cookies!

The HK Red Cross Cookie Drive -

We Need YOU!

New Membership Incentive Refer a new member to the AWA by November 30 and become eligible to be entered into the Lucky Draw at our December Holiday Party. The lucky winner will enjoy a 3-course set lunch for two at Caprice Bar, Four Seasons Hotel.


C A L E N D A R - U P C O M I N G E V E N T S

Charity Visit Series: Hong Kong Society for the Blind: The AWA and the Hong Kong Community, A Joint PartnershipWhen: Wednesday, 1 November, 10:00am – 12:15pm (approx.)Registration must be received by Monday, 30 October

Behind the Scenes: Human and Animal Interaction in HK Series: CityU Peace Avenue Veterinary ClinicWhen: Friday, 3 November, 9:00am – 11:30am

Sports Series: Dragon Boating for Beginners (Spousal Edition)When: Saturday, 4 November, 3:00pm – 5:00pmRegistration must be received by Wednesday, 25 October

Arts/Crafts & Design Series: Introduction to Leather Book Binding by Rachel Smith (Beginners)When: Monday, 6 November, 2:00pm – 4:30pm

Shopping Series: Antique and Furniture Shopping Tour: ZhuhaiWhen: Tuesday, 7 November, 8:00am – 7:00pm (approx.) Registration must be received by Friday, 27 October. No refunds will be given.

Adventure Series: Kaiping Diaolou Tour (2D/1N) – UNESCO World Heritage CentreWhen: Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 – 8 NovemberRegistration must be received by Friday, 6 October

Educational Series: Historical Talk with Jason Wordie: Kowloon More Far: Hong Kong’s New Territories and Its PeopleWhen: Wednesday, 8 November, 10:00am – 11:30am

Cooking Demo and Lunch: Veggies as Comfort Foods for Cooler WeatherWhen: Friday, 10 November, 10:00am – 2:00pmRegistration must be received by Tuesday, 7 November

Educational Series: Human and Animal Interaction: Introduction to CityU College of Veterinary Medicine, One Health, and the Veterinary Diagnostic LaboratoryWhen: Friday, 10 November, 12:15pm – 3:00pm

Educational Series: Historical Walk with Jason Wordie: New Territories Walled Villages and Clan HallsWhen: Monday, 13 November, 8:30am – 5:30pmRegistration must be received by Tuesday, 7 November. No refunds will be given.

Wander Asia with Us: Luncheon and Asian Tours Overview of Upcoming Trips in 2018 (Presented and Sponsored by Country Holidays)When: Tuesday, 14 November, 12:00pm – 2:00pmRegistration must be received by Friday, 10 November

Outdoor Series: Scenic Stroll of Tai Tam ReservoirWhen: Wednesday, 15 November, 10:00am – 2:00pm

Arts/Crafts & Design Series: Illuminated Pop Up Cards – Christmas SceneWhen: Thursday, 16 November, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Bowerbird: Dining Room Styling & Entertaining TalkWhen: Thursday, 16 November, 10:30am – 12:00pm

Educational Series: Historical Talk with Jason Wordie: Prostitution in Hong KongWhen: Monday, 20 November, 10:00am – 11:30am

Shopping Series: Sum Ngai Brass Factory When: Tuesday, 21 November, 9:45am – 2:00pm

Health and Wellness Series: Keep Your Immune System StrongWhen: Tuesday, 21 November, 10:00am – 11:30am

Arts/Crafts & Design Series: Chinese Knot Tree Decoration for Christmas When: Wednesday, 22 November, 9:30am – 12:30pm

Charity Visit: Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre (A 2016 AWA Charity Recipient)When: Monday, 27 November, 9:00am –1:00pmRegistration must be received by Monday, November 20

Shopping Series: Yuet Tung China Works – Hand Painted PorcelainWhen: Tuesday, 28 November, 10:00am – 2:00pm Educational Series: Lentils, The Star of Foods – A Talk by Rehana SheikhWhen: Thursday, 30 November, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Looking Forward December 2017Christmas Tea at The PeninsulaWhen: Friday, 1 December, 1:30pm – 4:00pm

Shopping Series: Christmas Sham Shui Po Arts and Crafts Walking Tour by Emily HoaglinWhen: Monday, 4 December, 9:40am – 1:00pm

Sports Series: Beginners’ ArcheryWhen: Tuesday, 5 December, 10:15am – 1:00pm (approx.)Registration must be received by Thursday, 30 November. No refunds will be given.

Heritage Festival Series: Jiao Festival & Name List Posting Ritual, Tai PoWhen: Tuesday, 5 December, 11:00am – 3:30pm (approx.)Registration must be received by Monday, 27 November. No refunds will be given.



Charity Visit Series: Hong Kong Society for the Blind: The AWA and the Hong Kong Community, A Joint PartnershipWHEN: Wednesday, 1 November 10:00am – 12:15pm (approx.) Registration must be received by Monday,

30 OctoberWHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR (inside) near M&S

FoodCOST: $60 member/$120 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 4/maximum 16COORDINATORS: Jill Baran-Scott 5940 2050 Liz Mackenzie 5687 5770Please join us for a visit and tour of the Hong Kong Society for the Blind's Aged Home, an opportunity to see AWA monies at work. A longtime financial supporter of the Kowloon Home for the Aged Blind and its predominantly female population, the AWA most recently (in June 2017) gifted the Society with HKD$38,000 for the purchase of an all-in-one walking trainer. We hope to see the new trainer in action during our visit. Come see the critical partnership role the AWA takes in pairing with local charities to make Hong Kong a better place. Our tour will be followed by lunch at a local traditional heritage teahouse, at shared expense. Please bring a loaded Octopus card for the MTR journey.

Behind the Scenes: Human and Animal Interaction in HK Series: CityU Peace Avenue Veterinary ClinicWHEN: Friday, 3 November 9:00am – 11:30amWHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR (inside) near M&S

FoodCOST: $60 member/$120 member's guestCAPACITY: minimum 7/maximum 12COORDINATORS: Lynne Stewardson 5696 0604 Laurie Ling 9666 0226 With generalist and specialist services, state-of-the-art technology, and 24/7 opening hours, CityU PAVC is the leader in animal healthcare in HK. Recently purchased by City University, the facility will play a major role in the clinical education of budding Hong Kong veterinarians. We will have a private behind-the-scenes tour and talk with the chief operations officer, Mr. Silvan Sung. Following the tour, attendees are welcome to join in a lunch at shared expense. Venue will be advised. Please bring a loaded Octopus card for the MTR journey.

Sports Series: Dragon Boating for Beginners (Spousal Edition)WHEN: Saturday, 4 November 3:00pm – 5:00pm Registration must be received by

Wednesday, 25 OctoberWHERE: Meet at Stanley Main Beach (map of

location will be emailed to participants)COST: $215 member/$295 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 24COORDINATORS: Karen Bacci 5148 8102 Anne Fifer 5416 8010We have a lot of women asking for a weekend trial of dragon boating so that their hubbies may join in as well, so here’s your chance to try out a true Hong Kong sport with your significant other. We’ll explain the storied history of dragon boating, show you a bit of paddling technique, and then we’ll all go out on the water for an hour or so. The award-winning AWA Globe Paddlers will be assisting on the boats, so no worries that we won’t make it back to shore! We may even have a fun race or two. If you think it would be fun to get out on a dragon boat and try paddling, but aren’t looking to join a team, this is your chance. Just come with a willing attitude to meet some new friends, get wet, and have lots of fun! Family and friends over 16 years of age are welcome also. We supply the boat, paddles, and steersmen, along with some experienced paddlers. Afterward, we’ll have some drinks, beer, and bubbly on the beach. Last year many people stayed and we had a great shared dinner on the Stanley waterfront. There are showers and changing rooms at the Stanley Sports Centre. This popular activity will fill up quickly, so sign up early to avoid disappointment. No experience necessary and OK for any fitness level.

Arts/Crafts & Design Series: Introduction to Leather Book Binding by Rachel Smith (Beginners)WHEN: Monday, 6 November 2:00pm – 4:30pmWHERE: Senselessart Studio, 400 Portland Street,

Prince Edward, KowloonCOST: $580 member/$660 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 4/maximum 8COORDINATOR: Tracey-Lee Hayes 9130 0851 In this workshop you will learn to make a long-stitch leather journal. This is a very versatile style of book: you can insert pictures or add on inside without compromising the shape of the book. This workshop is suitable for adults and children who can use a hammer and needle and thread independently.

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Shopping Series: Antique and Furniture Shopping Tour: ZhuhaiWHEN: Tuesday, 7 November 8:00am – 7:00pm (approx.) Registration must be received by Friday,

27 October. No refunds will be given.WHERE: Meet at 8:00am sharp at Starbucks, HK

Macau Ferry Terminal, Shun Tak Centre, 2/F, 168-200 Connaught Road Central, Sheung Wan

COST: $700 member/$760 member’s guest CAPACITY: minimum 12/maximum 24COORDINATORS: Tracey-Lee Hayes 9130 0851 Barbara Galligan 6080 6523After a 70-minute ferry tour from Hong Kong to Zhuhai we will be met and transported to Zhongshan Antique Furniture Market. You will have approximately two and a half hours here to explore the many warehouses full of furniture and porcelain. From here we will go to a smaller market for approximately one hour and to a dealer who makes very good, well-priced replica furniture, often using antique materials. Our final stop of the day will be at Art Treasures Gallery, which stores and restores genuine antique Chinese furniture and architectural relics. This warehouse was established in 1987, and all stock is purchased directly from end users to guarantee authenticity. The owners, Vicky and Andy, are very knowledgeable and will be there to answer any questions or offer ideas. As there is a lot of area to cover, we will not be stopping at a restaurant for lunch, so please bring a packed lunch. We will have the van with us at all times so you can leave bags safely in the vehicle. You will be able to transport back anything you can carry; alternatively, the warehouses will arrange shipping for bigger items. Please note: Cost includes round-trip economy ferry tickets and private transport for the day (including driver tip). The return trip will end at the HK Macau Ferry Terminal. You must have your passport with at least six months’ validity and a valid China visa, and your HKID Card (if you have one).

Adventure Series: Kaiping Diaolou Tour (2D/1N) – UNESCO World Heritage CentreWHEN: Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 – 8 November Registration must be received by Friday, 6

OctoberWHERE: Exact bus depot location will be emailed to

participants COST: $3200 member/$3260 member’s guest (if

minimum number is met)CAPACITY: minimum 8/maximum 12 COORDINATOR: Elizabeth Mackenzie 5687 5770Join us for a two-day, one-night journey of discovery to the relatively unknown UNESCO cultural site of Kaiping, near

Guangzhou, where we will see the fascinating multi-story houses called diaolou. These were built by wealthy merchants returning from abroad at the turn of the 20th century; the architecture styles reflect a heavy Western influence. Of special interest is the nine-story-high Ruishi Lou, featuring a Byzantine-style dome, and Bianchouzhu Lou, China’s very own leaning tower of Pisa! We will stroll around the quiet and peaceful village slowly and explore the diaolou, village house, and ancestral shrine. Standing on the top floor, you will marvel at how well the diaolou blend in with the surrounding village houses, the forest, and the hills behind. We will also have an opportunity to see the interior furnishings in some of the diaolou.

Educational Series: Historical Talk with Jason Wordie: Kowloon More Far: Hong Kong’s New Territories and Its PeopleWHEN: Wednesday, 8 November 10:00am – 11:30amWHERE: AWA officeCOST: $330 member/$390 member's guestCAPACITY: minimum 12/maximum 25COORDINATORS: Susan Soskin West 9191 1503 Susan Brooks 9628 7763Added to the Crown Colony by a 99-year lease in 1898, what became known as the New Territories comprises the “other” side of Hong Kong. This fascinating, diverse place, with its essential “difference” from the rest of the city, is frequently m i s u n d e r s t o o d — a n d t h e r e f o r e u n f o r t u n a t e l y underappreciated—by urban residents. This talk is sure to interest everyone, and will also provide useful background information for those wishing to participate in the full-day tour of the New Territories Clan Halls and Walled Villages on Monday, 13 November.

Cooking Demo and Lunch: Veggies as Comfort Foods for Cooler WeatherWHEN: Friday, 10 November 10:00am – 2:00pm Registration must be received by Tuesday,

7 NovemberWHERE: Mid-Levels apartment (address will be

emailed to participants)COST: $420 member/$480 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 4/maximum 7COORDINATOR: Lena Zakharova 9726 2378Mac and cheese and fried chicken may come to mind when one hears “comfort foods,” but there are lots of other alternatives for those of us that try to stay healthy and age gracefully. Vegetables—fresh, roasted, or braised—are a big part of any healthy diet, whether it is paleo or vegan or anything else. As fall and winter bring their cooler




temperatures to Hong Kong, you can try bringing cooked veggies into your daily meals as comfort foods. Come and enjoy a morning of cooking with Lena—an avid cook and an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. We will make a few different dishes using a variety of produce, both vegetables and herbs. Most dishes may be served as a main or side dish for weeknight dinners, or even when company is coming over. As we go through the cooking process, Lena will give you more ideas on other ways to make these vegetables, and will discuss their nutritious value. The best part? We will sit down to enjoy all this delicious food for lunch! Bon appétit!

Educational Series: Human and Animal Interaction: Introduction to CityU College of Veterinary Medicine, One Health, and the Veterinary Diagnostic LaboratoryWHEN: Friday, 10 November 12:15pm – 3:00pmWHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR (inside) near M&S

FoodCOST: $60 member/$120 member's guestCAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 16COORDINATORS: Lynne Stewardson 5696 0604 Laurie Ling 9666 0226 Visit City University of Hong Kong’s brand-new College of Veterinary Medicine. Hear how and why the school was established from the dean of the college, Professor Michael Reichel. Listen to the world's leading veterinary authority on bird flu, Chair Professor of One Health Dirk Pfeiffer. Then tour the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory to see how animal diagnoses are made with adjunct professor and laboratory director Fraser Hill.

Educational Series: Historical Walk with Jason Wordie: New Territories Walled Villages and Clan HallsWHEN: Monday, 13 November 8:30am – 5:30pm Registration must be received by

Tuesday, 7 November. No refunds will be given.

WHERE: Meet at General Post Office, 2 Connaught Place, Central

COST: $1095 member/$1155 member's guestCAPACITY: minimum 14/maximum 22COORDINATORS: Susan Soskin West 9191 1503 Susan Brooks 9628 7763RATING: 1-2 (flat walking, on and off chartered bus)On this full-day trip we will visit a number of wai tsuen (walled villages), rural mansions, and clan halls in the northern and northwestern New Territories. The trip will include a variety of sites, among which are San Wai, one of the best preserved

villages in HK; San Tin, the ancestral home of the Man lineage (one of the “Five Great Clans”), located near the HK border with Shenzhen; the Lung Yeuk Tau Heritage Trail; a locally famous banyan tree, or “tree house”; and the Ping Shan trail. Join us for a fascinating day out, filled with insights into the history of the New Territories. Included in the fee is transport by private coach and fully guided tour. You will need to bring a packed lunch and something to drink. Cold drinks and minimal snacks can be purchased. Please wear appropriate footwear for walking and bring sunblock, hat, and umbrella if necessary.

Wander Asia with Us: Luncheon and Asian Tours Overview of Upcoming Trips in 2018 (Presented and Sponsored by Country Holidays)WHEN: Tuesday, 14 November 12:00pm – 2:00pm Registration must be received by Friday,

10 November WHERE: The Pemberton, 22-26 Bonham Strand,

Sheung WanCOST: Complimentary to AWA members CAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 45COORDINATORS: Tracey-Lee Hayes 9130 0851 Debbie Cruikshank 6755 5092“Traveling: it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” Country Holidays invites members of the AWA to a fully hosted luncheon talk to learn about the many exciting AWA Asian Tours trips we have planned for 2018. Please join us for this informal get-together as we discover the many adventures that await us next year. Our focus will be on Japan, Mongolia, Nepal, and Laos. All other suggestions will be welcomed at the event.

Outdoor Series: Scenic Stroll of Tai Tam ReservoirWHEN: Wednesday, 15 November 10:00am – 2:00pmWHERE: Meet at Hong Kong Parkview, across from

the taxi stand, 88 Tai Tam Reservoir Road, Tai Tam

COST: $60 member/$120 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 8/maximum 24COORDINATORS: Lisa Wallis 6715 0653 Jill Baran-Scott 5940 2050Join us for a leisurely two-hour stroll along the beautiful Tai Tam Waterworks Heritage Trail. Marvel at the spectacular scenery of the reservoirs, enjoy the luscious greenery of the surrounding mountainous areas, and observe birds and other wildlife. The entire stroll is on pavement so there is no “hiking through the woods” or “stair climbing up a mountain” on this trip. One section in the beginning of the trail does



have a short slight uphill climb, but the rest of the stroll is either totally level or slightly downhill (one downhill section is just a little steep). At the end of the trail we will catch the number 14 bus into Stanley for an optional lunch at shared expense.

Bowerbird: Dining Room Styling & Entertaining TalkWHEN: Thursday, 16 November 10:30am – 12:00pmWHERE: Bowerbird Home, Horizon Plaza, 8F, 2

Wing Lee Street, Ap Lei ChauCOST: $60 member/$120 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 6/maximum 25COORDINATOR: Celine O’Connor 6383 2508Join Bowerbird Home and The Home Stylist for a fun and informative coffee morning as they share their professional insights on how to style your dining room to perfection. This “how-to guide” will include essential tips and tricks on layout, lighting, furniture selection, rugs, floral arrangements, centerpieces, tablescaping, and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring in photos or floor plans to see if we can provide advice on how to reinvent your space. 10% off the entire showroom will be offered to all attendees on the day.

Arts/Crafts & Design Series: Illuminated Pop Up Cards – Christmas SceneWHEN: Thursday, 16 November 10:00am – 12:00pm (approx.)WHERE: AWA officeCOST: $430 member/$530 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 12/maximum 24COORDINATOR: Lynne Stewardson 5696 0604Enjoy two hours of creating your own pop-up Christmas cards with Athi, a paper engineer with a background in graphic design. The workshop will teach you how to create impressive pop-up mechanisms and give you some basic knowledge on paper and greeting card design. Your

instructor will guide you through the design process step by step. No experience is needed; just come and enjoy this creative workshop. You will have two designs to choose from: Snowflakes or Winter Forest. All materials are included in the cost. After the session you will take home your own beautifully crafted cards and envelopes, ready to be sent out in time for Christmas!

Educational Series: Historical Talk with Jason Wordie: Prostitution in Hong KongWHEN: Monday 20 November 10:00am – 11:30amWHERE: AWA officeCOST: $330 member/$390 member's guest CAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 25COORDINATORS: Susan Soskin West 9191 1503 Susan Brooks 9628 7763Prostitutes were among the first women to migrate to Hong Kong after 1841. By the 1870s, it was estimated that one in four Chinese women resident in the colony were prostitutes of some description. Brothels remained licensed until the 1930s, and until that era the trade enjoyed considerable regularization—and even a measure of respectability. In this lecture we will explore the legal and social position of prostitutes in Hong Kong up until recent years, with specific reference to Chinese and European experiences of the trade.

Shopping Series: Sum Ngai Brass Factory WHEN: Tuesday, 21 November 9:45am – 2:00pmWHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR, Exit ACOST: $180 member/$240 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 20COORDINATORS: Katherine Fenton 6708 3345 Jane Buck 9530 7957An assortment of cast brass pieces, fine ceramics, and wooden furniture is displayed in the showrooms of Sum Ngai Brass Factory. You will have time to browse and select which of the delightful items you wish to buy for yourself and as gifts for others. If you like, the shop will deliver both locally and internationally. We will travel by MTR to the shop in Kam Tin, and stop for lunch at a local restaurant on our way back to Hong Kong Island. Your payment includes your lunch, but you will need your Octopus card (or cash) for the MTR. There is a very short walk from the MTR station in Kam Tim to the shop, and then on to the restaurant.

Health and Wellness Series: Keep Your Immune System StrongWHEN: Tuesday, 21 November 10:00am – 11:30amWHERE: AWA officeCOST: $100 member/$160 member’s guest



CAPACITY: minimum 5/maximum 14 (excluding coordinator)

COORDINATOR: Lena Zakharova 9726 2378When the seasons change, the holidays come around, or you have to sit on a long-distance flight, it is easy to catch a cold, the flu, and other viruses. It takes a well-functioning immune system to fight all the challenges that the environment throws at us. So what is our immune system? How does it work? And what makes it weak or strong? Come to this talk presented by Lena Zakharova, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and pick up a lot of practical tips on how you can strengthen your immune system, which foods and supplements to include and avoid in your diet, and what else you can incorporate into your daily routine to keep diseases away.

Arts/Crafts & Design Series: Chinese Knot Tree Decoration for ChristmasWHEN: Wednesday, 22 November 9:30am – 12:30pmWHERE: Stubbs Road near Adventist HospitalCOST: $510 member/$570 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 4/maximum 10 (excluding

coordinator)COORDINATOR: Lena Zakharova 9726 2378It is never too early to start thinking about Christmas. The trees that we will make at this session are so adorable that you will want to make one for all those special people in your life. They are good to use as decorations, to put in a card, or to tie on top of a gift package. With a couple of very simple Chinese knots and a few beads, you will be knotting your way into everyone's heart. The instructor, Emily Hoaglin, will provide the exact address to participants.

Charity Visit: Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre (A 2016 AWA Charity Recipient)WHEN: Monday, 27 November 9:00am –1:00pm Registration must be received by Monday,

November 20 WHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR (inside) near M&S

FoodsCOST: $60 member/$80 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 6/maximum 12COORDINATORS: Jill Baran-Scott 5940 2050 Lisa Wallis 6715 0653Please come join us for a tour of Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre in Tuen Mun, a recipient of a 2016 AWA Charitable Donations grant. We will tour the architecturally significant campus (designed by Frank Gehry) and learn more about the amazing work Maggie’s does with cancer patients in Hong Kong, all at no cost to those seeking their services! After our tour you may join us for lunch at shared cost.

Shopping Series: Yuet Tung China Works – Hand Painted PorcelainWHEN: Tuesday, 28 November 10:00am – 2:00pmWHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR (inside) near M&S

FoodsCOST: $60 member/$120 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 5/maximum 10COORDINATORS: Lisa Wallis 6715 0653 Jill Baran-Scott 5940 2050Just in time for your holiday shopping! Are you looking for a great place to buy some of the best porcelain in Hong Kong? Well, Yuet Tung China Works has made hand-painted china since 1928 for restaurants, hotels, and customers like you. This shop offers a range of ready-to-go china, but the real draw is either choosing a pattern from their sample book or having your own design custom-made. Optional lunch will follow at shared expense.

Educational Series: Lentils, The Star of Foods – A Talk by Rehana SheikhWHEN: Thursday, November 30 10:00am – 12:00pmWHERE: AWA officeCOST: $320 member/$380 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 4/maximum 12 (excluding

coordinator)COORDINATOR: Tracey-Lee Hayes 9130 0851In some Asian cultures, lentils are a super food that are also considered humble, appearing in almost every meal. Lentils are easy to cook and the possibilities to mix and blend with other ingredients are endless. They can also be made into the most delicious and rich desserts and fun snacks. There is an amazing variety of lentils and thankfully they are available in Hong Kong. Rehana has been cooking and talking about lentils at various venues in Hong Kong for over 15 years and people can’t seem to get enough of them! There will be a display of lentils, tastings, and complimentary recipe handouts.



Looking Forward December 2017Christmas Tea at the PeninsulaWHEN: Friday, 1 December 1:30pm – 4:00pmWHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR, Exit ACOST: $500 member/$560 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 20COORDINATOR: Katherine Fenton 6708 3345It’s nearly Christmas time! Hong Kong is bubbling with excitement and joy and has even put some makeup on! All those decorations, all those lights—and no better place to admire it all than from across the harbor in Kowloon at the Peninsula Hotel, one of the oldest, most elegant, and most popular gathering places! Dress up and sparkle and join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer and camaraderie at the Peninsula Hotel’s world-famous high tea.

Shopping Series: Christmas Sham Shui Po Arts and Crafts Walking Tour by Emily HoaglinWHEN: Monday, 4 December 9:40am – 1:00pm (tour will start at 10 am)WHERE: Meet at Sham Shui Po MTR (inside), Exit CCOST: $330 member/$390 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 6/maximum 12 (excluding

coordinator)COORDINATOR: Lena Zakharova 9726 2378Sham Shui Po has evolved over the years and now has something for everyone. This district started as the wholesale fabric area for Hong Kong’s garment industry. When word started spreading about what was available there, a new retail industry emerged to cater for those who do arts and crafts. Vibrant and young entrepreneurs saw Sham Shui Po as a great place to open their galleries, workshops, and retail outlets. Next came the eateries, cafés, and coffee shops. And this past winter saw the HKwalls art festival identify Sham Shui Po for their latest street art endeavor.Our tour will give you a taste of what is available in Sham Shui Po and plenty of information for you to continue your exploration. We will be visiting the Yen Chow Hawker Bazaar (a wonderful sight which will soon be gone) and many other shops where you can get raw materials for jewelry, leatherwork, and most any other creative passion you might possess. We will stop for a takeaway tea or coffee at a lovely little café. And we will visit some of the HKwalls locations. Participants will receive a map of our day to use at their leisure. Bring your camera, wear comfortable shoes, and join Emily Hoaglin for a journey into a fabulous part of Kowloon.

Sports Series: Beginners’ ArcheryWHEN: Tuesday, 5 December 10:15am – 1:00pm (approx.) Registration must be received by Thursday, 30 November. No refunds will

be given after this date.WHERE: Meet at Admiralty MTR (inside) near M&S

FoodCOST: $260 member/$340 member’s guestCAPACITY: minimum 10/maximum 20COORDINATORS: Tracey-Lee Hayes 9130 0851 Jill Baran-Scott 5940 2050Join us for a fun beginner’s class (indoors) at Golden Trust Archery Company in Lai Chi Kok, located a short walk from the MTR. Our instructor will teach us the basics of using a bow and arrow. Bring your Octopus card.

Heritage Festival Series: Jiao Festival & Name List Posting Ritual, Tai PoWHEN: Tuesday, 5 December 11:00am – 3:30pm (approx.) Registration must be received by Monday,

27 November. No refunds will be given.WHERE: Meet at General Post Office, 2 Connaught

Place, CentralCOST: $485 member/$565 member’s guest CAPACITY: minimum 15/maximum 23COORDINATOR: Kim Rehmann 6039 2311Join us for this unique tour, organized solely for the AWA by experienced Heritage Festival tour guide Paul. On arrival, before the special ritual begins, we will try to visit the backstage of the Cantonese opera hall whilst actors are getting busy for the stage (watching them apply their makeup is fascinating). Then we will visit the Tin Hau temple and various temporary ritual halls at the festival site. There is also the famous wishing tree. The opera will start at 1:30, and we will watch until the Name Listing Posting ritual begins at 2:00. In this special ritual, a group of Daoists (wearing ritual dress) and ritual representatives from the villages (wearing traditional long dress) will post a huge roll of paper with all the names of the villagers from all of the 26 member villages. Only those listed will get the sacred blessing from the rituals. Usually villagers do not understand nor care too much about religious rituals during the Jiao festival; however, since the Name List Posting is believed to be important to their fortune in the coming ten years, many villagers will attend and make sure their names are on the list and written correctly. Mistakes will be corrected on the spot. The price includes all transport in a private chartered bus and all tour guide fees. Please bring a packed lunch and drink.


ART LOVERS: Kumiko Matsushima, [email protected];

PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP: Angela Bellas, [email protected]: To be announcedAFTERNOON BOOK CLUB: Penny Van Niel, [email protected]; Linda Berman, [email protected]

SPIRITUAL LITERACY GROUP: Kate Weisman [email protected] MADNESS: Katherine Fenton, [email protected]; Michelle Barrows, [email protected] Michele Goulding, [email protected]

SOCIAL BRIDGE AND LUNCH: Lisa Strunin, [email protected] GALORE-MAHJONG: OR BRIDGE: Beth Hall, [email protected] LUNCH BUNCH: Connie Albracht, [email protected] GOURMET: Linda Gomoll, [email protected]; Jean Han, [email protected]; Penny Soder, [email protected]

AWA HIKING GROUP: Gail Sousa, [email protected]; Alison Doran, [email protected] Claire Drewery, [email protected] Deborah Royce, [email protected]

AWA GLOBE PADDLERS Sarah Brundan, [email protected]; DRAGON BOAT TEAM: Anne Fifer, [email protected] AWA GOLF SOCIETY: Sue Webb, [email protected] WOMEN’S FORUM: Jane Buck, [email protected]: [email protected]

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AWA’s Ongoing Clubs & SportsOf the many ways to get involved in the AWA, Ongoing Clubs & Sports are the most popular, and easiest, ways to make new friends. We offer something for everyone: from hobbies to languages, golf and dragon boat racing. Ongoing Clubs & Sports offer comfortable and enjoyable ways to keep busy and expand your network of friends. These activities are organized by AWA members for AWA members with similar interests and passions. One time registration is required in order to receive updates about scheduled activities. For more information and to register, go online to www.awa.org.hk.


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