星期日, 5月 28, 2017
第31屆中華民族舞展 6/24 舉行
第三十一屆中華民族舞蹈展
紐英崙中華藝術協會主辦的第三十一屆中華民族舞蹈展將於今年六月二十四日（星期六）假波士頓大學蔡氏演藝中心1:30PM與7:30PM盛大舉行兩場公演。由藝協舞團執行藝術總監陳玉律、藝術總監陳嘉琪、門璐老師、李奕珺老師、王萌老師與楊夢希老師合力製作，帶領全體傳統中國舞蹈團團員演出。
此次將演出陳玉律創作五幕四景舞劇「鵲橋」，女主角由舞團團員李薇薇擔任；男主角由門璐老師客串演出。另外還有包括第八屆紐英崙中華民族舞蹈比賽各組第一名在內的十五支多彩多姿舞蹈小品，支支風格各異，定能讓滿場觀眾大飽眼福。
為了彰顯藝協宣揚中華文化的宗旨，今年藝協仍以不消售入場劵，而以免費索取入場劵的方式，譲更多有興趣觀賞的朋友們有機會欣賞到這兩場精彩的演出。現仍剩下少許入場券，可email到中華藝術協會 jadelin@verizon.net索取，只要寫清楚姓名、票數與場次，可在演出前半小時在蔡氏演藝中心門口領取到所訂的入場劵。直至贈送完為止。
藝協傳統中國舞蹈團每年舉辦一次的新團員甄試將在八月二十六日(周六) 上午在位於
Woburn 的藝協活動中心舉行。有興趣者請至藝協
另外藝協主辨的第十八屆中華民族舞蹈夏令營將於八月十三日至八月十九日舉行，今屆邀聘到的中國舞蹈老師是舞蹈家蔡君柔老師，蔡老師畢業於國立台灣藝術學院舞蹈系，獲美國著名的紐約Case Western Reserve University碩士。欲報名者請至藝協網址 www.acas-ne.com 下 載 報 名表。
吳新興出席歐台商會聯合總會第23屆年會 見證幹部交接
僑務委員會委員長吳新興由僑商處處長汪樹華陪同，於5月27日出席歐洲台灣商會聯合總會在土耳其安塔利亞舉行的第23屆年會暨第2次理監事聯席會議，並見證總會長張昭倫、監事長梁秋生將會務交接予來自盧森堡、第24屆總會長劉美姬及來自法國的曾金華。
吳新興在開幕典禮表示，土耳其台灣商會雖然資源較少，仍將會務經營得有聲有色，積極促進台土經貿、文化、人脈等交流了，令人敬佩。他同時感謝歐洲台灣商會長期對政府的支持，並懇請旅歐台商積極協助政府推動五加二創新產業及前瞻計畫，為台灣經濟注入活水，在歐洲扮演貿易橋樑的角色之外，為台灣整體產業提供動能。
當天吳新興在駐土耳其代表鄭泰祥等人陪同下，亦聆聽士耳其招商局的投資介紹、伊堡台貿中心的台土貿易現況説明，以及東元集團董事長黃茂雄專題演講「國際新情勢下的台商機會」。
當天出席人員包括世界台商總會聯合總會長林見松、監事長楊景德、名譽總會長吳松柏、李耀熊、蔡國泰、許瑞麟、鄭東平、連元章等人；總統府前國策顧問名譽總會長黃正勝、溫玉霞等人均與會。
本次年會由土耳其台灣商會協辦。土耳其雖地處西亞，但因地理位置較接近歐洲，因此土耳其台灣商會為歐洲台灣商會聯合總會一員，此係首度辦理歐總年會。
MAYOR WALSH TO HOST INNOVATION COURTYARD FESTIVAL
MAYOR WALSH TO HOST
INNOVATION COURTYARD FESTIVAL
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BOSTON - Friday, May 26, 2017 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced Boston will host its first-ever Courtyard Festival. A one-night speaker event at City Hall Plaza, the festival bring together innovative business leaders to explore the ways startups and new technologies will shape the future of Boston. Held on June 1, 2017 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. on the City Hall Plaza fourth floor courtyard, the festival is part of the City's plans bring engaging events to City Hall Plaza, and will open and free to all.
"Boston leads the way in business, technology and innovation, and I'm thrilled to host the City's first-ever Courtyard Festival to celebrate Boston's businesses, and technology leaders," said Mayor Walsh. "I encourage residents and visitors to attend this Festival, and learn more about how innovation is shaping our City."
In partnership with the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Walsh will host keynote speakers from the fields of robotics, mobility, agriculture, sports innovation and creative freelance work at the Courtyard Festival.
Featured speakers include:
The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce is co-sponsoring the event. Justin Kang, executive director of City Awake, the Chamber's civic innovation lab focused on millennials, will deliver concluding remarks.
"Like the City of Boston, the Chamber places a high value on the contributions made by entrepreneurs and the startup community to our economy and the city's reputation as a center of innovation," said James E. Rooney, president & CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. "The Courtyard Festival creates an exciting opportunity to bring together and celebrate the people and emerging companies that are an important part of Boston's business community."
The event will also feature Soul Monstahs, from the Berklee College of Music, and a startup demonstration from prominent members of the innovation community. Startups giving demonstrations include Adeo Health Science, Bevi, EMBR Labs, District Hall, Donii, Franklin Robotics, Humon, LovePop, Lumii, MassChallenge, Mini Mole, Myomo, Piaggio Fast Forward: Gita, Pong Robotics, Smarter in the City, StartHub, Zombait and 88 Acres.
Attendees should RSVP for the event on EventBrite. For more information, visit the Courtyard Festival website.
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星期六, 5月 27, 2017
塔大孔院K-12漢語教師班10人結業
夫茨大学孔子学院2017届“K-12汉语教师领袖班”结业典礼
2017年5月13日中午 12点， 2017届“K-12汉语教师领袖班” 在塔夫茨大学奥林中心（Olin
Center）举办了结业仪式，塔夫茨大学中文部汉语教学负责人兼塔夫茨大学孔子学院院长王命全博士、塔夫茨孔院中方院长姚建彬教授、学术指导林游岚博士、学术助理陈毅星老师以及十名学员参加了典礼。
典礼开始时，王命全院长和林游岚博士为学员颁发结业证书，以表彰学员们半年来的刻苦研修和努力。学员们拿到自己的结业证书，都纷纷分享到自己半年来的收获和感受。尽管每个学员来自不同的学校和社区，然而都因为这个共同培训得契机而相聚在一起。虽然每个月只有一次集中相处的时间，但是大家却都非常努力地相互分享，相互学习。 |
| 右起，塔大孔院院長王命全，姚建彬翰林遊嵐老師和學員交流。 |
与此同时，全部培训还采取主讲教师引导、点拨与学员逐一进行主题发言相结合的方式进行。因为每个学员都明确每一次研修的主题，认领了自己的发言任务，所以在课前都会做大量的准备工作，进行相关的调研。学员按照既定的计划进行课堂展示之后，主讲教师会有针对性地对其进行点评，并邀请其他学员展开互评。这样一来，每一个学员都获得了从多角度、多个参照系来认识自己、评价自己的教学能力与教学艺术的机会，在如切如磋，如琢如磨的启发式互动培训中得到了切实的收获，真正的提升。
大家感叹道，这半年虽然大家仅仅一起作了五次研修，但是收获是知识和经验却是满满的。在业务知识与业务能力得到明显拓展的同时，也获了新的友谊。
颁发证书后，林游岚老师发表讲话，感谢半年来学员们的支持与合作。这批入选的学员每次都按时到塔夫茨大学上课，几乎从来没有迟到的，有的学员甚至来自于来回车程9小时的佛蒙特。林老师说，每次看到这些学员就仿佛看到了新英格兰地区中文教学的未来，自己深深受到学员们努力上进和不断坚持的精神所震撼和感动。
随后，学员们也准备了贺卡，向林老师和孔子学院的两位院长表示感谢。他们感谢孔子学院能给予自己这样宝贵的机会，让他们能够在如此短的时间内收获到这么多的知识；他们感谢孔子学院的老师和志愿者们为每次研修活动所提供的周到服务；他们感谢林老师在课前、课中与课后给予的点评、建议和反馈，感谢林老师将自己从教的几十年的经验毫无保留的奉献给了领袖班。
王命全院长和姚建彬院长也表示，塔夫茨大学孔子学院非常高兴看到这样的成果，在短短的半年时间内，学员们都有巨大的进步。王院长表示，塔夫茨大学孔子学院将继续举办领袖班，推动新英格兰地区的汉语教学的发展。姚院长也表示，孔子学院永远会努力为这样的领袖班服务。(圖與文均由塔大孔院提供)
羅德島大學孔子學院開辦第3所孔子課堂
美国罗德岛大学孔子学院成功开设第三所孔子课堂
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| 羅德島大學孔子學院院長何文潮(左)授牌給奧布朗高中校長 Freeman Wisdon。 |
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| 何文潮院長(左四)與老師們。 |
2017年5月26日下午，美国罗德岛大学孔子学院团队来到了美国麻州波士顿地区的奥布朗数理高中（John
D. O’Brant of
Mathematics and Science），参加罗德岛大学孔院第三所孔子课堂的揭牌仪式。
揭牌仪式开始前，奥布朗数理高中的同学们就已早早搞起了各种中国文化小活动，如书法、折纸、筷子夹豆子等，吸引了同学们的热情参与。三点钟一到，在隆隆鼓声中，传统的中国舞狮和太极扇将揭牌仪式拉开了序幕，精彩的表演赢得了到场嘉宾和学生们的不断喝彩。
仪式由奥布朗高中的校长助理Kontras女士主持，奥布朗高中的校长Freeman-Wisdom博士做了欢迎致辞。罗德岛大学孔子学院院长何文潮教授介绍了罗德岛大学孔子学院的工作以及罗德岛大学的中文领航项目，并与Freeman-Wisdom校长共同揭开了“孔子课堂”的牌匾。
在之后的发言中，来自哈佛大学文理学院的Adam Frost 介绍了他在哈佛的中文学习情况和在中国游历的各种体验。他指出，中国已经不再是以前落后封闭的国家了，现在的中国是一个快速发展，科技、经济都走在世界前列的泱泱大国。学习中文，了解孔孟思想不仅开拓了他的视野，也完全改变了他的观念。来自波士顿公立学校世界语言部门的Julie
Caldarone主任也介绍了美国高中的二语学习情况，肯定了学习中文的重要性和必要性。而奥布朗高中的学生家长和学生代表也谈了到孩子和自己学习中文后的改变。奥布朗高中唯一的一位中文教师尹小娅老师谈到了自己多年的中文教学，也提出了对学生的期盼，句句真切，掌声与喝彩代表了大家对这位为中文教学付出了无数心血的伟大教师的肯定与感谢。
揭牌仪式在奥布朗数理高中中文班学生们的集体中文诗歌朗诵《我们是谁》中落下帷幕，诗歌所表现的“世界一家人”的博大情怀更是感动了在场的所有人，掌声久久不息。
波士顿奥布朗数理高中是罗德岛大学孔子学院的第三所孔子课堂，是第一所跨州的孔子课堂。在2015年，罗德岛大学已经在罗德岛州与马图努克小学、希尔高中合作，成立了两所孔子课堂。
今后，罗德岛大学孔子学院团队将继续努力，为汉语的推广，文化的传播献出自己的力量。(供稿：万洁华)
星期五, 5月 26, 2017
CAPAC Members Commemorate the Start of Ramadan
CAPAC Members Commemorate the Start of Ramadan
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) released the following statements to commemorate the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which begins at sundown:
Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-27), CAPAC Chair:
“As Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, I want to extend my warm wishes to all who are celebrating Ramadan. For millions in the United States and around the world, this holy month is a time for reflection, devotion, spiritual growth and renewal. As we celebrate Ramadan, let us also reflect on the indelible contributions that American Muslims have made to our great nation and renew our commitment to denouncing hateful rhetoric, policies, and actions that seek to divide us. Our nation has always been strengthened by its diversity, and we will continue to stand with the American Muslim community to safeguard the religious freedoms and civil rights of all Americans. Ramadan Mubarak.”
Congressman Ted Lieu (CA-33), CAPAC Whip:
“Warmest wishes to all those observing the month of Ramadan at home and abroad. During this spiritual time, we recognize our nation’s rich and diverse religious communities and renew our commitment to defending religious freedoms for all. To our Muslim friends and family: Ramadan Mubarak.”
Congressman Joe Crowley (NY-14), Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus:
“I want to extend my warm wishes to Muslim-American families in New York, and across the country, as the holy month of Ramadan begins. Ramadan marks a period of reflection, spirituality, and rejoicing for those observing both here in the United States and around the world. As Muslim Americans join together to celebrate this month of reflection, we are reminded of our shared American values of tolerance, inclusion, and religious freedom. During this holy month, let’s embrace the spirit of Ramadan by celebrating the contributions of Muslim Americans, and rejecting violence and hateful rhetoric toward them in our country.”
Congressman Ami Bera (CA-07):
“As people of Muslim faith across America and around the world observe the month of Ramadan, I want to wish Muslims around the world a peaceful and reflective holy month of Ramadan.”
Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13):
“Today, our Muslim community in the East Bay and across the country will begin the celebration of Ramadan, a holy month of reflection and charity. Ramadan brings families and communities together through fasting to reaffirm their faith and spiritual discipline. To my Muslim brothers and sisters, Ramadan Mubarak!”
Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06):
“It is an honor to wish the Muslim community in New York and throughout the world a very happy and joyous Ramadan. Ramadan is the most sacred time of the year for Muslims. It is a time for fasting, self-reflection, prayer, sacrifice, and generosity. May all who observe this holy month have and blessed and peaceful holiday. Ramadan Mubarak.”
Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy (FL-07):
“Ramadan is a time for reflection and spiritual discipline for Muslims around the world, when they express their devotion to faith, family, and service to the less fortunate. I wish all my Muslim friends a spiritually rejuvenating fast and a blessed Ramadan.”
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40):
“Ramadan Mubarak! As Ramadan begins, I hope it will be a time of health, peace, reflection, and generosity for Muslims around the world. May it also be a time for Americans of all faiths to reaffirm the value of our country’s rich religious diversity. The freedom to worship has always been central to America’s national identity, and by welcoming and celebrating all faiths, we make our nation a stronger and wiser place for every man, woman, and child. I send my best wishes for a blessed Ramadan to all those observing this holy month.”
Congressman Adam Schiff (CA-28):
“Ramadan Mubarak. I send well wishes for a joyous and peaceful Ramadan to people of the Muslim faith around the world. Ramadan, a holy month of prayer and fasting, is a time for reflection, spiritual purity, generosity and an opportunity to become closer to God. I hope this month is fulfilling and peaceful for Muslim American communities across the nation.”
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09):
“I would like to wish a blessed Ramadan to Washington state’s Muslim community and to our Muslim friends across the nation. Ramadan is a time for peace, gratitude, and self-reflection. In a period of uncertainty in our country, I want to reiterate our commitment to all religious communities and the vitality they bring to our country. We recognize that the incredible diversity of our community makes us stronger. To all those celebrating, Ramadan Mubarak!”
Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (NY-07):
“My best wishes for blessed Ramadan to New York’s Muslim community and to all those who observe around the world. May this holiday, marked by a month of spiritual cleansing, bring peace and renewal. During this period of deep reflection, let us all commit to ensuring that our country remain a place of religious freedom, tolerance and inclusion. Ramadan Mubarak.”
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