The countdown is on for one of Europe’s most-anticipated and lavish annual fundraising events, the Geneva Charity Ball - and with this year’s ‘Wonderland’ theme, the 2012 Ball looks set to be the most magical yet.
Hailed as “a must-attend event on the European expatriate social calendar” by The Telegraph, more than 500 guests, amongst them well-known personalities from the worlds of business, finance, media, sport and high society, are expected to attend this year’s event being held at the Intercontinental Hotel on 10th November.
With a glitzy champagne reception, a sumptuous dinner, performances from the UN Orchestra, an auction hosted by acclaimed auctioneer Helen Molesworth, and an after-party where some of the Ministry of Sound’s most in-demand DJs will keep revelers on the dance floor until the early hours, organisers say this year’s Ball will be an unforgettable evening.
This Saturday, 13 October, the Ethiopian Children's Appeal will hold its annual Fall Fundraising Bazaar in Geneva.
The bazaar, which will take place at 99 Espace de Quartier between 11am and 11pm, will feature lots of new items and jewelry made by many different designers, including ECA Founder, Jo Butler. Textiles, scarves, baskets, Christmas decorations and paintings will also feature amongst the wide range of products on sale.
For the children, there will be puppet shows, and beading classes, whilst Ethiopian dance classes will appeal to both young and old. A Chinese auction and tombola prizes should also prove popular with adults.
Jo told knowitall.ch, "All the proceeds from this event will go towards helping rural school children and HIV/AIDS orphans in Ethiopia. Our fundraising events have proved so helpful in the past, and have enabled us to deliver much-needed supplies such as school books, clothing and sports equipment to these children. We have now installed solar energy at one school, built two new quarters for teachers, installed vegetable gardens, and even taught the children how to grow their own vegetables! We have also refurbished the local health clinic, and installed solar power and a fridge for vaccinations. In addition, we have helped to support 16 HIV/AIDS orphans living in a home environment in Addis Ababa."
Photo: © Grégoire Chappuis
Open Day on 22 September, 2012
Since it was created in 2010 by the Morges Tourist Office, in collaboration with the communes of Morges and Préverenges, "Le CityGolf Morges-Préverenges" has attracted all kinds of visitors to its course, ranging from engaged couples on their hen or stag nights, through to school parties of children. This year alone it has been visited by over 1,000 people, and to celebrate its success, the Tourist Office has decided to organize another of its popular Portes-Ouvertes (Open Day) on 22 September, 2012.
The course, which is half mini-golf, half swin-golf, is open to players of all ages and is a great way for families to discover the the streets, parks and quays of both Morges and Préverenges. At one moment golfers are able to practise their swing in front of the Chateau du Morges – at another they are able to pick up their ball in the Rue Traversière! The majority of the holes are situated along the lakeside.
Photo courtesy of Alison Pouliot
Despite the 24 hours of flight time, Australia has become the dream destination for many Europeans. This ancient mysterious land, inhabited by one of the oldest human cultures, has only known European settlement for a little more than 200 years.
No need to travel so far to get a taste of the dynamic and multicultural melange of ancient and modern that is Australia today. From 28-30 September, the Australia Festival is coming to the Esplanade du Lac in Divonne-les-Bains, France.
“We’re excited to share such a diverse and rich program. Together we will explore the land and culture of Australia that is both ancient and modern at the same time,” says festival director, Bronwyn Lay, an Australian writer who lives in the nearby village of Vesancy. “The Australia Festival 2012 will bring together the international community with the local people of the Geneva region and beyond. There’s an eclectic offering of live performances, creative workshops, art exhibitions, indigenous films, family activities and great Australian food and wine.”
Lisa Cirieco-Ohlman and Denise Nickerson invite you to attend the official launch of their two new books, Know-it-all passport 2013/2014 and Education Guide Switzerland 2012/2014.
The launch will take place at a special vernissage, including wine and nibbles, being held from 18h00 at the popular bookstore Payot Chantepoulet in Geneva. With one of the best selections of English-language and children’s books in the region, the shop will remain open until 20h in the evening so you will have plenty of time to browse their book shelves!
Now in its 8th edition, Know-it-all passport® is THE English-language reference book for anything you want to know in Geneva, Vaud and neighboring France: it includes recommendations on everything from shopping, housing and education to birthday party venues, places to eat, night life, and even chocolate! The chapter on OUTINGS AND TRIPS (56 pages) is a book within a book. You won't need anything else!
