expats express kuwait! - Yvonne Pepin
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expats express kuwait! - Yvonne Pepin
expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-magazine for the Western minded expat NOVEMBER #3, 2011 Always wanted to write a book about your time in Kuwait? Someone just did! expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 “thousands of brands rushing online without thinking...” “No, no, no my dear, EEK! is NOT “ONLINE” anything, it is simply “e”. Yanni, you can say it is “PRINTED MEDIA DELIVERED IN A DIGITAL FORMAT”. And so it goes, in so many of our marketing pitches we, EEK!, have to explain that we are not an online entity, and that “e” does not mean “website”. I know this is preaching to the converted, but yikes folks, if you’re not subscribed you don’t get it! Get it?! LOL This whole issue of “e” has been a very interesting road to take. I recently met up with an old friend and we had a chat on where and what EEK! is and where it fits in in the local media landscape. “Dude, EEK! is like a printed blog” he said as his glasses fogged up from the coffee half an inch from his nose. This statement made me realize for the first time that “yes, EEK! isn’t just about news, its way too intimate for that!”. (And intimate it is let me tell you. We receive loads of mails from you, our subscribers, and we try to read each and every one - we’re doing our best to keep up...) But I digress. Who and what is EEK! e-mag? Part of the answer is “what is EEK! not”. EEK!, most certainly, is not “online” or “social media”. Social media is ever present and ever expanding but also ever changing! This by definition implies that the advertiser never actually knows who the heck he or she is talking to. Which brings me - very quickly - to the point. What is talking to who. That “what”, is “the brand”. Can a brand really be effectively positioned and developed in the social media environment? Can any advertiser “own the page” without totally upsetting the “surfer”? The answer is a clear “no” according to research group TNS. They write “Choosing the wrong channel, or simply adding to the cacophony of online noise, risks alienating potential customers and impacting business growth. Digital waste is the accumulation of thousands of brands rushing online without thinking who they want to talk to - and why. Many brands have recognized the vast potential audiences available to them on social networks; however they are failing to understand that these spaces belong to the consumer...”. Six years ago we put up a website called abcq8.com, and this was at a time when the terms “blog” and “forum” didn’t even exist. We had a page called “pinboard” (which eventually lead to the e-mag known as EEK! in Kuwait). Yahoo was there, and they speculated about “real time communications” which later translated into the likes of Skype, Facebook, Twitter, etc. And today, a mere six years later? Have a look at the above line of logos enabling me and you, the web surfers of this world, to “stay connected” and have “immediate access” to information. Come on, where is this heading to?! I’ve no idea, but in the words of a young ad agency secretary (who had three phones on her desk annoyingly informatively bleeping every 5 seconds “keeping her connected”) its probably something like “I don’t know anymore, I don’t have time to be connected”. Seems to me even blogs are old news these days... Michael EEK! Publisher www.abcq8.com PS: I’m not so sure, but are people who go online still called “surfers”? PSS: To those marketers subscribed to EEK! who do not know the expression “own the page”, you're showing your age! Luv ya! :) XXX expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Homer the reluctant stud. More cat tails from Arabian Tails edly to the vet for check ups and blood tests. He got a clean bill of health and I got a hefty bill. Eventually almost one, long year later I decided enough was enough. I needed a new stud boy. The house was sliding in to moral decline. Hollie had taken to rolling in my husbands underwear and Rose was gazing soulfully out the patio door at a local street cat we had named Scarface. He only had half an ear on one side and was the ugliest, meanest looking cat I’ve ever seen. But Rose was obviously suitably impressed by his battle scarred physique. She did not share my view that this was not the boy for her. I searched all over Europe and USA for a tried and tested, virile, male pedigree cat of suitable lineage for my special girls.. Lots of people offered me young males but For some reason Homer was addicted to Anyone who has ever tried to breed pedigree cats can tell you that it is not as easy spraying all over my leather sofas. At least I needed a proven male cat, I did not need the smell reassured me he wasn’t lacking in Boys Town ! as you might imagine. In the summer of male hormones, he just seemed to be lack- The search was long, but during this time I 2008, I was to find out, just how tricky it did get offered some advice by breeders in ing in interest. So a room was duly set can be. Homer, or to give him his full name, Cham- aside for Homer and the girls slept in there USA. Someone suggested giving Homer a vitamin supplement that would supposedly pion Keystone my Hometown, was 2 years every night with him. It should have boost his male hormones.. Hmm, interestworked perfectly.. old when he arrived in our home. A truly ing.. beautiful boy who we hoped was going to make the perfect stud boy for our two girls. The very short winter in Kuwait means the Unfortunately my husband was in China on a business trip at the time and too impafemale cats are almost constantly in seaIt was a nervous cat who stepped out of tient to wait for his return, I took myself off son. Oh what a long year followed! The the carrier and I sensed it was going to to the vitamin health supplement shop in take this boy a little longer to feel at home. girls were singing their hearts out, usually Souk Sharq, accompanied by a good friend, on the staircase for maximum “echo efUnfortunately I soon realized he could not be allowed to roam freely like the girls. An fect.” We used to sit in the lounge playing for moral support. It was always going to be embarrassing, “name that cat’ by the tone of the howl.. unaltered male will spray and the smell is In desperation Homer was dragged repeat- but I tried to sort of ease my way inconenough to floor an elephant. spicuously, over to the male health section. I scanned the shelves, hoping to spot what I needed without going in to explanations. However, I was not that lucky and a salesman approached me quickly with the standard.’ Can I help you madam, routine’. Feeling a little uncomfortable I said “Well I’m looking for something to boost male hormones, you know, increase stamina etc. And, if you could check that it’s not poisonous to cats, well that would be very helpful!.” He stared at me for about 10 seconds before saying “Excuse me?” So I again repeated my demand. Puzzled he gave me the same blank stare again.. Fearing I could be there all day at this rate, I thought oh what the heck and taking the bull by the horns. I said “Look, I need your help to get my cat pregnant.” Out of the corner of my eye I saw my friend disappearing out the shop door, but I did get a response from the salesman. He even went in to the back room and checked in his files to see there was nothing in the product that could harm Homer. So, home I came, armed with a bottle of tablets called ‘ Boost Male Stamina 51’ and one very embarrassed friend who said she was never going shopping with me again!. Guess some people are touchy J. He was a nice man and he still waves to me every time, I try to sneak past his shop. Oh well, I probably gave him something to tell his friends over coffee. Continued on the next page... expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Homer the reluctant stud. More cat tails from Arabian Tails So back home again I looked at he pills and wondered how much I could actually give Homer? It truly was a pity my husband was away because I would have preferred to test these on someone, before risking the cat. We dubiously started with one a day. I have to say it did seem to work. Homer was jumping all over the girls. However his excitement like mine, was short lived… At last my new stud boy arrived from USA and was delighted to be with us. He wasted no time getting down to business and just over 2 months later, our home was blessed with the cutest litter of 6 kittens anyone could have wished for. Finally we were breeding pedigree cats.. But, what to do with Homer? He was now 4 years old and I thought I’d exhausted every option.. My vet expressed his desire to have him and I was prepared to neuter and let him go to live the life of the pet he seemed destined to be. I was only waiting for the summer vacation to pass. Now this is where the story takes a turn. Along with my stud boy I had also purchased another female, Pearl. She arrived in not very good condition. Very underweight and unknowing to me she was also pregnant. I struggled very hard to get weight on her but she had a premature delivery and it all went badly wrong for her. It was a very worrying time for me but finally after 2 days in the vet hospital I had her home again. I felt she needed lots of rest and TLC. However, little Pearl made a great recovery. She settled into our home and adjusted so well.. She was the cutest little thing. I just had no desire to breed her again.. However, when she came into season she was like a tiger!. She didn’t cry or howl, instead she rolled, she kneaded her front paws and then she would reverse her butt in to anything upright. She also seemed to be constantly in season! The final straw came when I was called downstairs to remove her from the legs of my daughters’ Arabic tutor. She was happily reversing her butt right in to his shins. “What’s wrong with your cat?” he asked me. Well even 28 years in Kuwait had not equipped me with sufficient Arabic vocabulary to answer that one! So instead I simply replied, “She wants to get married.” I hauled her away, leaving him looking down at his legs in astonishment. Oh Pearl what ever am I going to do with you I wondered? That’s when I had the brain wave...I’d just read an article about using cats that had undergone vasectomies to keep females happy during long breeding seasons.. I was convinced Homer was as good as useless, so I put her in with him to see if she would calm down. Sure enough she came out of his bachelor pad 2 days later, considerably calmer and life returned to normal. About 4 weeks later I couldn’t help but no- Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 KUWAIT CHAMBER PHILHARMONIA & Radisson Blu Hotel present Final Classical Concert-Opera Show of Season 2011 Sunday, December 4th 2011 at 8:30 pm at Al Hashemi II Ballroom at Radisson Blu Hotel ANNA KARADIMITROVA - SOPRANO PRESLAV PETKOV - CLARINET HARRIET BUSHMAN - PIANO program: G. Pergolesi, W.A. Mozart, L. Spohr, F. Schubert, G. Rossini Tickets available: Radisson Blu Hotel, call: 25673000 or visit www.kuwaitcp.com expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Homer the reluctant stud. More cat tails from Arabian Tails ticed she was looking very rounded. As I was taking the kittens for vaccinations I decided to have the vet take a look at Pearl. I feared she was either having a “Phantom pregnancy” or something was wrong from her previous bad experience. I decided doing an ultra sound sonar would be a good thing. That’s when I got the news that left me in shock. The vet declared, “she’s pregnant, I can see 3 very active kittens.” “Kittens”, I repeated, “.are you sure?” “Yes” he replied, “I’m sure.” Well looking at the options I realized it had to have been Homer, I just couldn’t believe it! “You Floozie, Pearl,“ I declared when we got home,” What did you do to Homer?” I have to tell you she didn’t look the least bit repentant. But that boy had taken a vow of celibacy till that little minx went into his room. I’m still not convinced he was a willing participant. He also showed not the least sign of guilt when I went into his room later that day, Sitting there on his cat tree, gazing out the window, looking smug. Two months later the following message duly went up on the nursery page of our website.. … Pearl was a naughty girl and surprised her mom with 3 beautiful kittens. PS...Homer was naughty too! Looking back on the whole experience and trying to make sense of it, I came to con- sider the issue of size. Homer like many pedigree cats is a small, compact boy. The females tend to be bigger as I choose breeding girls who are larger. But Pearl is the exception. She’s a tiny little thing. So I wonder, did her size simply make her more compatible? In other words when it comes down to matters of intimacy, even in the feline world, does size matter? This was 2 years ago and Homer never repeated the feat with any other cat. I don’t know, may be he’s forgotten how he did it? May be this spring Pearl will pay him another visit to remind him. If you have stories you’d like to share with other EEK! subscribers, mail us! Mail us on: [email protected] Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Kuwait Caledonians Ceilidh practice for beginners Learn the steps. Sundays - New English School 7:30pm - 8:45pm (f.o.c.) 65996347 or any committee member of the Caledonians Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Suitcase Filled with Nails: Lessons Learned from Teaching Art in Kuwait Kuwait certainly is a polarizing experience, and Yvonne decided to write about it. on paper what everyone whispers or com- Suitcase Filled with Nails, is available at plains about as life as an expat here. This authorcloud.com/store, Amazon, Barnes & honest and often humorous account chroni- Noble, iBooks, Sony Reader. cles the highs and lows of her life in Kuwait, 2004-2010. Readers will recognize both physical and psychological landmarks encountered as they negotiate life in a foreign country they might, if even briefly, call home. More than a good read, Suitcase Filled with Nails, is filled with insights on working, living and coping in a culture that transcends prevalent Middle East stereotypes. Suitcase Filled with Nails: Lessons Learned Author Judith Roche writes, from Teaching Art in Kuwait, by Yvonne “This innocent abroad, ‘tells her Wakefield (AuthorCloud, paperback story with vivid language, living $14.95), is required reading for any expa- metaphor, and above all, great triate living or working in Kuwait. Artist and story-telling skill.” arts educator Yvonne Wakefield puts down expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Suitcase Filled with Nails: Lessons Learned from Teaching Art in Kuwait Quotes from the book... A civil ID, I learn, is like a birth certificate, social security number, voter registration, and insurance card, all rolled into one. It’s your ticket to life in Kuwait – there is little you can accomplish here without one. “When can I get it?” “Maybe five weeks. Maybe six weeks. Inshalla.” Inshalla is an Arabic word that means, “If God is willing,” or, “God willing.” Inshalla ends every sentence. For example: “When will you return my passport?” Answer:“Tomorrow, Inshalla.” In this circumstance, realisticallytranslated, Inshalla means, “You get it when you get it. Don’t bother me.” This literally translates to, “You are stuck here and can’t leave without your passport, whose whereabouts no one really knows, and even if someone did know, they couldn’t possibly predict how long it would take to get it back to you.” Inshalla Then there is also the dreaded travel ban. In Kuwait, if you displease a student or parent, or any national for any reason – a reason you may not even be aware of – you can find yourself waiting in line at the airport, plane ticket home in hand, only to be turned back. Some pampered-to-oblivion student or the father of a student, whose assignments are plagiarized, grades negotiated through intimidation, has registered a complaint against you. But you don’t find this out until you hand your passport over at passport control. So you are stuck here. __________________________ One morning during that third and final year working for the college, I nearly trip over a Naif Chicken box at my doorstep as I’m leaving for work. I pick up __________________________ the carton, ready to throw the neighbor’s trash into the dumpster, when a mouse-like mew stirs within greasy Wasta, I soon learn, is as essential as a civil ID cardboard. Inside is a black and orange kitten no bigger card. Without it you are lucky if you can get anything than a chicken wing, its eyes still closed. done in Kuwait. Wasta constitutes a powerful tool that For the next eleven days, I alter my schedule can be used to take the misery out of life – or make your to leave late and return home early to feed the clawing life miserable – in Kuwait. It connects you to a mafia-like heartbeat. After three days, the nearly lifeless sprout tribal brotherhood or sisterhood with societal and political grows hungry for the mother it finds in me and an eye connections. Having wasta equates to having power, or dropper filled with kitten formula. After three weeks, powerful connections. If you don’t have wasta, the next this trash becomes a playful, purring fluff of love, and I best thing is to know someone who does. have to find a new home for what I’ve saved. It is not Wasta is a Middle Eastern blend of syndicates, heavy on the reasoning of Italy’s Camorra, seasoned by Ali the first of twenty-four cats I will rescue, nurse, spay, neuter, and find homes for (and this count doesn’t inBaba and the Forty Thieves conniving, and served with a clude dogs). I also volunteer to foster strays from the healthy dash of Desperate Housewives’ behind-your-back local animal rescue organization. Whenever I meet bitchiness. It can be used to further personal or tribal someone new, after introducing my self I always add, agendas or to destroy people and their agendas. It’s an “Do you want a cat?” honor to have a Kuwaiti offer you wasta. If a Kuwaiti with even a modicum of wasta chooses to use it against you, move to Antarctica – quickly. expats express kuwait! EEK! Free Subscription: [email protected] Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 NEED A SPONSOR? Want to start your own business in Kuwait? Have a great product or idea to launch but finding it hard to get a sponsor? Email [email protected] and inquire about available options. il... ema ia v n I Edo Kiriko is traditional hand made cut glassware from Japan(1834)which uses traditional motifs such as plants and animals. EEK !Clic k! Akio Kurokawa has been at its craft for over 50 years and is considered a master craftsman. For further information on these exquisite pieces contact: 65921247 Jazmyn expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 He recent season opened at KLT (Kuwait Little Theatre) with Mad Musicals 7, and it was fantastically full of fun: professional, uplifting and simply delightful! Pictured here are two scenes: The 'nuns' are doing a rousing rendition of "I Will Follow Him" from Sister Act II and the ladies in abayas are from "You Don't Own Me" in The First Wives Club movie. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Harley-Davidson Kuwait on a roll. Harley Davidson Kuwait held their first not have a license, so that they can get the demonstration day at Starbucks Rahal out feeling of how to operate a Harley Davidson on Highway 40 on Friday 18 November. The motorcycle. purpose of the day was to give prospective The day was well attended with more than and current customers the opportunity to 100 bikes arriving in a spectacular mass test ride the new 2012 Dyna Switchback ride by the HD Kuwait HOG chapter. and the new upgraded 2012 Softail 103 Fat Big thanks to thank Starbucks Rahal for Boy Special on the open road. allowing us the use of their premises and For any info on Harley Davidson Kuwait feel They also had the Jumpstart Dyno Ma- more of these demo days in 2012 were free to visit our showroom in Shuwaikh or chine for prospective customers that does promised! contact us on 1804020”. From far left; the Harley-Davidson Kuwait demo day was exceptionally well attended and early visitors were quick to get a glimpse of the new machines before the rush. Starbucks welcomed riders, families and guests and their friendly, fast service impressed. The unique Harley-Davidson Jumpstart Dyno Machine affords prospective buyers the opportunity to get the real feel of the real deal by providing a stationary riding experience. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Short, tall, skinny, white or black, how do you take it? Part 1, by Milla Moroney It’s 7.30am and nine days into my new life as an expat I find myself embraced in ‘Sex and the City 2’, a purchase recently made from the dodgy DVD man. What a luxury, I thought to myself, whilst munching on my crunchy cornflakes and slurping my cup of instant coffee. Rewind a couple of weeks and at precisely 7.30am you would find me speed walking down the Cut on my way to the office on Blackfriars Road in London, only slowing the pace slightly to grab a white Americano from the local Cafe Nero. Now fast forward a couple of weeks and at 7.30am you will find me in my apartment in Salmiya watching ‘Sex and the City 2’. I was starting to feel a little guilty as surely I should be doing something more productive with my time, like looking for a job. Okay, no problem I thought, let’s treat this as ‘Research’. If you have seen the ‘Sex and the City 2’ you know that the movie is set in Abu Dhabi, after Samantha is introduced to a Sheikh in New York who then invites her and her friends to his country – on an all expenses paid holiday/business meeting. Today I would be Carrie Bradshaw of Kuwait City, just doing some background research into the Gulf countries and their cultural differences. All I would need to do is swap the Cosmopolitans for Caffe Lattes, her Manolos for sandals and the New York City Star for our very own expat publication EEK. Coffee shop - a centre for work, play and people watching So, at my first attempt of Carrie in Kuwait, let’s talk Coffee. Okay, I am not interested in whether you prefer it short, tall, skinny, white or black. But I bet a KD that you are consuming more coffee now than before you arrived here, (unless you’re Finnish, the crazy Nordic nation consumes 12kg of the lovely fragrant bean per capita making it the world’s biggest consumer each year). My first impressions are that the Coffee Culture is an integral part of the Kuwaiti everyday life, and I should not be surprised considering that the formation of Coffee Culture and coffeehouses dates back to 14th century Turkey. The cafes have always been an important part of Arabic history and they have served as social hubs, as well as artistic and intellectual centres. During the 16th-century coffeehouses were banned in Mecca because they attracted political gatherings. Today, the coffee shops continue to be venues where people gather to talk, write, read, entertain one another, pass the time or indeed do business. Coffee Culture in Kuwait If you have seen the ‘Sex and the City 2’ movie, you probably agree that the way the Arab world is portrayed on the film is admittedly hilarious and the girls’ knowledge of the Arab world is somewhat naive, but it is supposed to be funny after all it is entertainment. During the film I kept thinking to myself ‘this is so ridiculous I know so much better’ but in reality, do I? And if so why do I get nervous of accepting an invitation for a cup of coffee? It’s always good to know few facts and with that I mean that coffeehouses are meeting places. But surely sometimes just knowing a few facts isn’t enough when you throw in the cultural differences. Whilst still in the UK I managed to make a few contacts here in Kuwait, mainly through job applications and LinkedIn. The correspondence I received was always very polite, helpful and professional. After a string of emails having established that I was relocating to Kuwait to join my husband and I would be looking for work, all my contacts would finish the email saying something along the lines of; Let’s meet up for a coffee once you get here, here’s my number, ring me...The Technology community is very small in Kuwait, they are all my friends, let’s discuss over a coffee...I will introduce you to my contacts, let’s have coffee. Every possible future meeting seemed to be taking place in a coffee shop. It is very black and white, right? Just like coffee. This is where it gets syrupy Now, here’s the tricky bit, if I would go for a coffee with a male colleague in the UK, it would soon have the tongues wagging. Nonetheless, I would not even flinch or consider twice whether I should go for a coffee with some of my male colleagues and will normally be the first to offer. However, now 3000 miles away and still baffled by these invitations I was uncertain whether I should accept. It just seemed a bit unusual to be invited to an informal environment such as a coffeehouse to discuss employment opportunities. As an educated and well travelled western woman, I have found myself questioning these invitations. Is it safe? Can I meet up with a man in public? Should I ask my husband to come along and sit in another table as a back up? Okay, that’s a bit extreme but I do think that these are valid points. Back at home I would meet my best friends for a coffee but not a stranger as the surroundings would seem too intimate and relaxed. I guess it’s not so much being safe, the issue here is that I do not want to create the wrong impression. I wonder what Carrie would do would she put her career before her fears? expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Necessity is the mother of invention...man in motion. The recent floods in Thailand brought these amazing creations to the fore... Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Necessity is the mother of….. Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 My job search... LOOOL 7. My best job was a Musician, but eventually found I wasn't noteworthy. 8. I studied a long time to become a Doctor, but didn't have any patience. If German u-boats could fight a war with schnorkels, then surely Japanese pickups can battle high waters? How about that three wheeler MPV you always promised yourself but never had the funds, where meanwhile back at your local Tesco’s its business as usual... 1. My first job was working in an Orange Juice factory, but I got canned. I couldn't concentrate. 2. Then I worked in the woods as a Lumberjack, but just couldn't hack it, so they gave me the axe. 3. After that, I tried being a Tailor, but wasn't suited for it -- mainly because it was a sew-sew job. 4. Next, I tried working in a Muffler Factory, but that was too exhausting. 9. Next, was a job in a Shoe Factory. Tried hard but just didn't fit in. 10. I became a Professional Fisherman, but discovered I couldn't live on my net income. 11. Managed to get a good job working for a Pool Maintenance Company, but the work was just too draining. 12. So then I got a job in a Workout Center, but they said I wasn't fit for the job.. 5. Then, tried being a Chef - figured it would add a little spice to my life, but just didn't have the thyme. 13. After many years of trying to find steady work, I finally got a job as a Historian - until I realized there was no future in it. 6. Next, I attempted being a Deli Worker, but any way I sliced it.... couldn't cut the mustard. 14. My last job was working in Starbucks, but had to quit because it was the same old grind. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat The new Van is here! The new grooming van has arrived, if you are a Cat or Dog owner then you can waive good bye to those dirty paws or smelly coats, Animal Care Kuwait’s number one pet specialist has just received their new grooming van the Pet Stylist Elite Grooming Van from the worlds leading Grooming Van conversion specialist WAGNTAILS. The Kuwait roll-out for the van, the company’s second, is linked to the playful media campaign (pic right). As for the van, The Stylist Elite is the most advanced and luxurious grooming van available which includes: 1 x fully automated grooming table complete with grooming arm and holdalls 1 x standard grooming table complete with storage Double Sliding windows to increase light for better scissoring Commercial None Slip flooring to avoid accidents Advanced A/C Unit to maintain the correct temperature during the grooming session 1 x Flat Screen to entertain your pet during their grooming session 16 Inch Stainless steel bath tubes custom made to include double drains and raised shelf’s to cater from the largest breeds of dogs to the smallest cats. To find out more information or to book your grooming session please call Animal Care on 50015757. PTO... Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 A few final trim snips and this little beauty “What about me!?” will be handed back to an expectant owner. Animal Care’s beauty van is quite remarkable in terms of equipment and of course total mobility. “Hey watch it back there…” Yubbadubbahdoo! Lets play! Left: A 2nd ultra modern van just arrived from the US, ready to pamper. k! !Clic EEK expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Doug Niblack recently tried catching a last wave before setting of for work when his board hit something hard off the Oregon Coast. Looking down he found himself standing on the back of a thrashing great white shark! Dude, way to go dude! He could see a dorsal fin in front of his feet as he stood on what he describes as “three meters of shark-back as wide as my surfboard and as black as my wetsuit”. The several seconds Niblack spent on the back of the great white off Seaside, Oregon, was a rare encounter, though not unprecedented, according to Ralph Collier, president of the Shark Research Committee in Canoga Park, California. (picparody, true story) Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 KES charity “Bake n Sale” Kuwait English School Preparatory Depart- "We would really appreciate it if you Farah Hamid, mother of ment raised KD254 on Wednesday during a could spend some time making some cakes Shamil and Reception one hour Bake Sale in support of Cardiac or biscuits with your child to bring in on teacher at KES until June, Risk in the Young (CRY). The event was in Wednesday so that we can sell them" re- baked a huge amount memory of Shamil Hamid, a former KES quested Head Teacher Mrs Searle. Teachers of delicious cakes which student who passed away at University in manned the tables for the sale, which England one year ago. started at noon. sold immediately. Generous parents of children in KG and Reception donated baked goods and others contributed by buying the treats. More information can be found at www.c-r-y.org.uk. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 k! !Clic K E E expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Operation HOPE - Kuwait A Mission of Mercy Kuwait? Tis the start of autumn in Kuwait, which means winter is just around the corner. While the cold season is relatively short-lived in Kuwait it can get quite cold especially for the street sweepers, and others working in the labor industry. More often than not they are under dressed for the rain & cold while they perform their work duties. It has been the goal of OHKuwait to provide winter warmth for our brothers & sisters in need since 2005. KD 4. Here's how you can help: 1) sponsor 1, 2 or 100 needy people by presenting us with the funds in which to purchase these items. 2) purchase & bag the aforementioned items (for a set # of people) and bring them to our premises before December 1st, and we'll deliver them to the needy (our address will be provided upon request). or 3) directly pay our wholesale merchant for the # of workers you wish to sponsor and he'll deliver your prepaid goods to our premises, whereby our This year our goal is to provide winter warmth to 2,500 such workers each in one volunteers will bag them and deliver them (contact details will be provided upon reof three ways: 1) a winter warmth bag consisting of thermals, socks, gloves, and a quest). hat, 2) a heavy-duty blanket, or 3) a coat. Mother Teresa was also noted for saying, "If you can't feed a hundred people, then Will you help us? Further to that goal is feed just one." Your provision of support another important project concerning the will mean a great deal to those receiving maids living at their embassy's shelter. We aim to provide each with a toiletry the help. Any of these means of service could be managed individually or corpobag which contains: a toothbrush, toothrately - you choose; but DO choose to help, paste, body soap, shampoo, and sanitary please. napkins. We estimate at this time Will you help us? We have determined that the average cost per person for either campaign is Issue #3 11/2011 Not in Mother Teresa once said, "We cannot all do great things, but we can do small things with great love." there are more than 1,000 such shelter residents in need of these basic toiletries. Free Subscription: [email protected] We always welcome new volunteers to sort, bag, and distribute aide to Kuwait's neediest ~ won't you join us? Sincerely, Sheryll Mairza Founder To all our subscribers from other GCC countries (Jordan, UAE, Oman, Bahrain, KSA) please forward copies of EEK! to friends and other expats in your communities. EEK! we will post events and classifieds in your respective areas SO SEND THEM IN! Simply mail “subscribe Jordan” or (something similar Indicating your region) to [email protected] and we will add you to our database. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Get your latest copy of Bazaar here: Starbucks Coffee Topshop Al-Fanar Complex Galleria Complex Souk Sharq Costa Cafe H&M Bredz Jacques Dessange Miss Sixty Airport Mall Haagen Dasz Virgin Megastore The One Cafe ACK (Australian College of Kuwait) AUK (American University of Kuwait) AUM (American University of M East) Boxhill College Marble Slab Harley Davidson Al-Kout Mall Centrepoint Johnny Rockets Pizza Express PQ Cafe Simply send “subscribe” to [email protected] for your weekly FREE copy of this e-magazine expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Regular contributor Ondine Chadwick sent us these stunners by her husband Peter. Great shots of the migrating Greater Flamingo (Phoeniconaias ruber) near the Free Trade Zone. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Massacre incident were horri- cluding x-rays. One bird appeared to have rescue and rehabilitation who has worked fied that the nature escaped injury but instead exhibited the with flamingos throughout his ca- preserve, a joint symptoms of severe stress and a condition reer. Based upon his advice, K’S PATH was project between called capture myopathy. The second did able to adapt one of their raptor enclosures KOC and the Public not fare so well. One leg was completely to accommodate the flamingos by adding a Authority for Agri- broken and there was one injury from a large children’s pool and a household mir- culture and Fish piece of birdshot. ror. The mirror helps the flamingos feel like they are in a flock environment, which can Resources (PAAFR), had been K'S PATH is a non-profit organization that help to reduce stress. Additionally, all of broken into and works with all types of animals in Kuwait, the raptor perches and feeding stands were turned into a car- from the lowliest forgotten hamster to a wrapped to prevent injury and the entire nage house. Eurasian brown bear and a striped 10x4 meter enclosure was covered with hyena. One of the many challenges they sheets to prevent stress caused by the Thanks to the long- face as an organization is that they never standing partner- know what animal is going to be in need ship between KOC next. They therefore and K'S PATH, the maintain a global network latter was able to of contacts that can be respond promptly consulted on short no- and work with the tice. former to access At approximately 11:22 am on November the birds. K'S PATH response staff mem- In the sad case of these 17, 2011, the Kuwait Society for the Pro- bers were on scene within 45 minutes to two flamingos, a quick tection of Animals and Their Habitat (K’S rescue the surviving birds and to collect text message to a pro- PATH, pronounced kay’s path), received a and document the dead. gram director at Humane Society International led distress call from one of their partner companies, Kuwait Oil Company (KOC). The The two living birds were brought directly them to Dr. Robert Agui- caller relayed that poachers had broken to the Royal Animal Hospital, which acts as lar, a veterinarian with through the fencing surrounding the Ab- the K'S PATH veterinary medical part- the Humane Society of daliya Nature Preserve and had massacred ner. Dr. Jill Mullen and her team were the United States. Dr. 11 flamingos. Two more were left to ready for the birds when they arrived. Both Aguilar is a veteran ex- die. The KOC employees who reported the birds received a thorough examination in- pert in the field of wildlife sight of people and other animals. PTO... expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Massacre meager assets and hope for a miracle. Failure will mean that nothing good whatsoever came out of this terrible act of senseless violence. It also remains to be seen what will be done to prevent future attacks like this one. Poaching has become an epidemic in Kuwait, and no bird in any location is truly safe. K’S PATH regularly receives calls and According to Dr. Aguilar, wild flamingos are complaints about dead birds, vehicles bris- very difficult to keep in captivity, especially tling guns driving around shooting at any- if they are alone or even in pairs. The mir- thing that moves, and every once in a while rors may help, but much more is needed to a desperate plea to save a life. It is truly save a wild flamingo. K’S PATH appealed to the responsibility of everyone to protect our the Kuwait Zoo for help but was told the birds before their beauty is gone forever. zoo will only help by taking healthy animals Without protection in the form of law en- for their collection. In lieu of any govern- forcement and prosecution, it will continue ment support, K’S PATH can only act within to fall upon preserve administrators and K’S their own network of staff and supporters. PATH to do what they can and try to save as many animals as possible. Sadly, after three days of desperate efforts, the injured bird succumbed to his injuries. To find out more about K’S PATH and to As this article goes to press, the surviving make a donation toward this or any of their bird is finally accepting food, which is a programs, visit www.kspath.org, call 6700- good step. K’S PATH now faces the chal- 1622, email [email protected] or search K’S lenge of getting him standing again through PATH on Facebook. a regiment of physical therapy and medication. The odds are great, but the K'S PATH OK, so lets see if there’s some wasta com- team is committed to making every effort ing from the big guys to regulate gun own- to get this bird well and released back into ership. Also, lets say the poachers do get the wild. caught, will anything happen to them? Ed. But they must stretch all of their Winter Fayre Saturday December 3rd, Sadu House, Arabian Gulf Street, On the corner of the museum. 10am – 4pm. * Come to the Fayre! A great day out for all the family. * Handicrafts, jewellery baked goods, seasonal gifts, sadu weaving, rugs and carpets, frankincense & myrrh * Free admission and great door prizes. * Relax after shopping with refreshments in the Diwaniya * Need more info? e-mail: [email protected] expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 K’S PATH (Kuwait Society for the Pro- cause, K’S PATH Chairman Ayeshah Al Hu- tection of Animals and Their Habitat) – maidhi highlighted the progress made over a non-profit organization committed to the year in wildlife and habitat protection animal welfare and habitat conserva- and K’S PATH’s future plans. These include tion – successfully held its annual a humane animal control program in part- ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ Charity Ball nership with KOC which successfully and Art Auction under the patronage proved to the government that inhumane of Sheikha Lulu Mubarak Al Sabah on use of poison is not the most effective way Friday, 18th November 2011 at the to control stray animals; implementing Ku- British Embassy gardens. wait’s first nationwide marine conservation program; the launch of a comprehensive The fundraiser event was attended by 250 humane animal education program in pri- patrons, well-wishers, animal lovers and vate and public schools following Ministry members of K’S PATH’s growing commu- of Education approval; and several meas- nity who came out to pledge their support ures to track, protect and rehabilitate wild- of K’S PATH’s many programs in animal life, migratory birds and endangered welfare, habitat protection and the envi- species. ronment. PTO... The fundraiser was facilitated by main ‘treetop’ sponsors Essa Hussain Al Yousifi and Sons, and Pet Providers. 10.oh.8 Restaurant and Petzone supported the event as the ‘waterhole’ sponsors while several in -kind contributions were extended by brands such as Ethan Allen, Al-Othman Fashion, Westwood Heritage, Basic Organic Pet and Feed; Organica Fish and Chips, While thanking the event’s sponsors, art- and Kayan. ists, guests and the British Embassy for generously contributing towards a worthy expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat The hugely successful fundraiser titled ‘’Welcome to the Jungle’ invited guests to don attire inspired by wild animals except fur, as a symbolic pledge of support of Kuwait’s many indigenous and endangered wildlife species. “Wildlife in Kuwait is truly in a state of crisis. Pollution, development, and rampant poaching have left few places where animals are safe to live as nature intends. Our precious wildlife stands little chance of survival without our combined and consistent efforts to stave off their absolute destruction. Kuwait, and support expansion of the The obstacles are vast, but at K’S PATH, scope, scale, and effectiveness of our wild we don’t see a problem without seeing a animal programs.” solution. We consider it our job to find solutions”, Al The highlight of the ball was a special art Humaidhi ex- auction hosted by the patron of the charity plained. “Your fundraiser Sheikha Lulu Mubarak Al Sabah generous con- featuring exquisite artworks, paintings, tribution to- couture and photography by both upcom- night will go a ing and renowned local and international long way to- artists including Alison Zapata, Ghada Al- ward stopping Kandiri, Philip Kamble, Abdullah Al-Awadhi, the pointless Amira Behbehani, Shurooq Amin, Christian exploitation of Ghammachi, Lulu Rocka, BTZ Group, Grit our wildlife in Skillandat, and Taher Sultan. Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Free Subscription: [email protected] Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 BGIFC recognizes the outstanding contribution of Amanda Weldon to Girlguiding the Ambassadors to Kuwait District BGIFC, Mrs. Maria Pilar Fernandez Baker, wife of the British Ambassador to the State of Kuwait, and Mrs. Sue Read who both addressed all present. Sen- ior Section members, Guides, Brownies and Rainbows were there to show their appreciation too. They provided tea, drinks and sandwiches. Tributes to Ms. Weldon were read out by Senior Section members and Guides on behalf of those who could not be present. Awards were also presented to a number of indi- who would like to train as assistant leaders or viduals who have been very supportive of BGIFC leaders are encouraged to con- activities in Kuwait. The Kuwait Girlguiding rep- tact:[email protected]. All the training required resentatives also received a gift and certificates will be provided; volunteers just need to have recognizing the importance of the links between energy, enthusiasm, and a willingness to try out the two organizations. They responded with a new activities. presentation for the BGIFC team leaders. On 13th November, 2011 a special ceremony sponsible for members of Girlguiding UK who Ms. Weldon has been a leader within Girlguiding was held in the grounds of the British Embassy. live and work overseas to ensure that they are for over 20 years, and has shown total commit- Ms. Amanda Weldon, District Commissioner for able to follow the Girlguiding programmes where ment and enthusiasm during that time. Prior to British Guides in Foreign Countries (BGIFC) in they live. Also present from London for this her 11 years in Kuwait, she was a leader in the Kuwait, was awarded the prestigious Laurel presentation was Fiona Carle, Assistant BGIFC UK. During her time in Kuwait, Ms. Weldon has Award. Recipients are selected by a Girlguiding Commissioner and Guiding Development Advisor been an inspiration to leaders and guides alike. UK committee based in London which receives who provides support and training for adult She has provided support and encouragement to submissions from the local area where the per- leaders overseas. everyone involved. BGIFC in Kuwait consists of Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Senior Section son is based. The Laurel Award is only given in cases where someone has shown exceptional There were a number of representatives from members. Although there is a dedicated team of service to Girlguiding. The award was presented BGIFC in Kuwait and from the Kuwait Girlguiding leaders running the groups, there are now wait- by Ruth Sara, BGIFC Commissioner who is re- ing lists of girls wishing to join, so volunteers movement in the audience. Also present were expats express kuwait! EEK! 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Then this might interest you. All EEK! subscribers, Read English, Earn good money, and Spend money in Kuwait! If you want to get in touch with our 5300+ subscribers on a weekly basis, please contact us, we’ll gladly share more info over for a medium ghawha: [email protected] expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat CULTURE CLUB in Dubai! LIVE IN DUBAI, DECEMBER 29th 2011 DUBAI TENNIS STADIUM Culture Club back in the 80s. It’ll be good to see the lads back in action in Dubai this December! Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Moss (drums and percussion) and flamboyant front man Boy George (lead vocals) will perform all of their smash hits including Do You Really Want to Hurt Me, Time (Clock of the Heart), I’ll Tumble 4 Ya and Karma Chameleon. Having achieved seven straight Top 10 singles in the UK, nine Top 10 singles in the USA and nine smash hits in Australia, the Grammy Award-winning Culture Club are set to bring their biggest hits back to the stage in Dubai this December! Tickets will be available to purchase online from today at a cost of AED 295 each. The Tennis Stadium is on a first come, first serve basis. For all concert information and to purchase tickets please visit www.doneevents.com. Culture Club, one of the biggest pop bands in the world – who have sold over 50 million albums and 100 million singles worldwide – are coming to Dubai for one show only on December 29th 2011 at the Dubai Tennis Stadium. With their track record of No. 1 singles in over a dozen countries and multi platinum album sales across the globe, Culture Club’s original line up of Mikey Craig (bass guitar), Roy Hay (guitar and keyboards), Jon expats express kuwait! EEK! 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Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Al Bida’a Friday Brunch: Known for it’s wonderful range of live cooking stations, an array of Arabic and International food, freshly made Pasta, Chinese delicacies prepared in front of your eyes and the chocolate fountain where strawberries, fresh pineapple pieces and marshmallows disappear in soft dripping milk chocolate, the Friday Brunch at the Mövenpick Hotel Restaurant displays a great place to be on Friday. You enjoy live entertainment, which contains a marvellous blend of Oriental & International music. Highlights of the Brunch are in fact all the action stations – May it be the fried noodles made to order, shwarma station or the fresh pasta station. The wide range of International specialties makes it hard to choose where to start. All this for only 12 KD +10% service charge per person. Kids between 6 and 12 years old get 50% discount and under 6 can eat for free. The Friday Brunch starts from 12:30 pm until 4:00pm. For reservations or more information, please call 22253100 extension: 5444. Italian Night: Pizza, Pasta Festival! – The choice is yours on Wednesdays. Take your favourite ingredients from a wide range of pizza toppings or pasta choices and our Chef will prepare it to your liking. For only 12 KD +10% per person at Breeze Restaurant every Wednesday from 7.00pm to 11.30 pm. For more information or bookings, please call 22253100 extension: 5444 Oriental Night: A tapestry of cultural cuisines brings you a wide selection of oriental dishes from Kuwait, Morocco, Egypt, Syria , Jordan, Lebanon and Tunisia, make a date in your dairy every Thursday for the best of the Arabic food for just 12 KD+10% per person. Taking place in Breeze Restaurant from 7.00 pm to 11.30pm. For more information or bookings, please call 22253100 extension: 5444. Seafood BBQ at Beldani Restaurant: Seafood is everyone’s favourite, especially barbecued and dipped with variety of sauces. Drop by Beldani Restaurant every weekend and enjoy the freshest seafood in town. A lavish buffet of Kuwaiti and regional classics, a barbecue of the freshest fish and seafood, and delights such as sushi and sashimi combine for a traditional yet innovative dining experience. It starts from 7.00pm to midnight. Call 22253100 for more information expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 I want this guy’s job Small wheels, big deals. nounced plans to manufacture the world's most expensive and most precious model car to make it to the Guinness Book of Records. Gulpen's planned Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 supersports car is a unique creation made according to the personal requests of the potential buyer."Essentially the model is made of solid gold and platinum. And it is not a model car. It is a piece of art," Gulpen said in a press release. German model carmaker Robert Wilhelm Gulpen has a wonderful way of spending his time and making some dosh. He builds super detailed model cars from super precious metals and those shiny stones buffed up in facets. Here in hand is the model he made of a Lamborghini Aventador which is expected to sell at auction for around KD13.mio, that’s roughly twelve times the price of the real thing! Robert has been creating luxury car models from solid precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum for the past 12 years, and he’s an- with a taste for luxury and a love of cars. As for the car in the main pic, Robert tells us: "Essentially the model is made out of solid gold and platinum. The body of the prototype addiFor Gulpen, the car model name indicates the tionally features genuine carbon fiber, as used in number of jewels on the front seats to be used: Formula 1 cars; gold and platinum rims and to Aventador LP 700-4, that means 700 pieces of add that extra wow factor diamonds in the seats, precious stones per seat, or 1400 just for the two steering wheel and headlights." seats. If a potential buyer doesn't feel like waiting until It is the customer who will decide exactly what Christmas, they can buy the model car right now the most expensive and most precious model car by plonking down a cool KD430000 extra. Sure, in the world will look like. The customer name his why not, I mean, who has times these days to preferences and instruct the type of materials wait for the auction!? that should be used, he added. Gulpen's replicas cover the range of all leading If you need to talk to Robert, get over to car manufacturers and are accessible to anyone www.guelpen.com expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Dear EEK!, As promised a couple of photos and a few words about "The Avenue of the Giants" (click) , Northern California. It is an incredible 31 mile drive along a narrow road (old highway 101), which meanders through an amazing Giant Redwood forest. The trees really have to be seen to be believed as it is impossible to do their majesty and magnitude justice in words and pictures. If you ever get the opportunity to see them, take it as it will be well worth your while. Pete. Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat! Everyone's schedule is filling up, so please don't forget the Ahmadi Music Group's traditional Christmas concert on 9 and 10 December at 5.00 and 7.30 pm. We hope to see you there for Christmas music both traditional and modern, and at the 5.00 concert, a special treat for the children... Ho ho ho! More details at www.ahmadimusicgroup.com. Tickets available online at www.ahmadimusicgroup.com, or from any choir member. You can also order tickets by emailing [email protected] and then collect your tickets on several occasions over the next few days (the first of these was on Saturday 26th at Starbuck’s, Marina Crescent). See you at the concert! Ahmadi Music Group expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Shaab Park Coaching Course Days: Fridays: 09:00-11:00. Saturdays: 15:00-17:00. Wednesdays: 17:00-19:00. (One day per week KD- 45, two days per week KD- 85, three days per week KD120). Shaab Park Centre of Excellence days and timings; Under 9/10/11/12 Fridays 13:00-14:30, Saturdays 09:00-11:00 and Mondays 17:00-19:00. Under 13/14 Fridays 14:30-16:00, Saturdays 11:00-13:00, Tuesdays 17:00-19:00. Under 15/17 Fridays 14:30-16:00, Saturdays 1300-1500 and Tuesdays 17:00-19:00. PGA/Everton Coaching Courses are also available as follows; Canadian Bilingual School- in Khaitan on Mondays 14:15-15:45 Indian and Pakistani School- Coaching Course for on Thursdays 16:00-17:00 Mishref Coaching Course- on Saturdays for 3 to 16 years 09:00-11:00 Girls Coaching Course- at Shaab Park on Wednesdays 17:00-19:00 Freestyle Coaching Course- at Shaab Park on Wednesdays 17:30-18:30 Specialist Goalkeeper Coaching- at Shaab Park on Saturdays 11:00-13:00 For Further details contact : Mike: 99981327 or Baker: 66918666 The Premier GOAL Academy, sponsored by Porsche Centre Kuwait, Behbehani Motors Company, is pleased to announce the visit of Glasgow Celtic F.C. coaching staff to Kuwait from 25 to 28 November, 2011. Dave Cook, ex Everton F.C., and now with Scottish giants Celtic will be accompanied by Greig Robertson, the International Academy Development Officer and Senior Youth team coach. Dave and Greig are visiting Kuwait as part of their role to develop strong working relationships with clubs. The support and active involvement of Scottish Premier League and European Club giants Glasgow Celtic F.C., alongside the association with Everton Football Club from the English Premier League, ensures that players at the Premier GOAL Academy receive the very best football development programme available in the State of Kuwait. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 A new Everton Football Coaching Course has commenced at Yarmouk Sports Club in Mishref from 0900-1100, continuing for five action packed weeks. Fully qualified, exThe Premier GOAL Academy Girls football coaching course has started at Shaab Park perienced coaches will provide expert coaching following the Evertonway curriculum, every Wednesday 1700-1900 under the expert guidance of ex Arsenal Ladies developing individual skills and techniques, and covering the topics of passing, con- player Coach Carly. Open to all girls aged 11 years and above, for further details con- trol, dribbling, shooting, running with the ball, tackling and team play. All players tact Mike on 99981327. aged 3 to 15 years are welcome to participate with all ability levels catered for. Everyone attending this course will be invited to participate in the International Youth Football Tournament at Shaab Park on 10 December when medals will be presented to all players by HE the British Ambassador to Kuwait, Frank Baker. Free footballs and Tshirts provided for all, for further details contact Mike on 99981327 or Baker on Specialist Goalkeeper training is taking place at 66918666. Shaab Park on Saturdays from 1100-1300 under the expert instruction of UEFA Goalkeeping Coach Khalid. Suitable for all aspiring young goal- The British Academy of Sport keepers aged from 8 to 18 years of age at the Sporting courses for all now available with UK qualified Coaches in Premier GOAL Academy in association with Ever- Football, Swimming, Basketball, Gymnastics, Karate (LADIES ONLY!! ton F.C. and sponsored by Porsche Centre Kuwait, Behbehani Motors Company. For futher details Self Defence Classes), Pilates, unique Fit4Fun classes for Kindergar- contact Baker on 66918666 ten ages and lots more. For further information please contact expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat 2011 ISACK champions, and KES’s sixth championship. Well done lads! the most points KES has ever had in a championship game and defeated a talented BSK squad. This is the sixth basketball championship in ten seasons for the Under 19 team. Their story, however, begins two seasons ago when inexperience and uncertainty were lost to HARD WORK, COMPETITIVENESS and INTENSITY! The focus of this season was to continue raising standards and expect championship play consistently, both individually and of teammates. Coach Quinn feels that this team ranks up there The Open Age Boys Basketball Team has had a terrific year! For the third season in a among the hardest working group in his 11 years at KES. They averaged 50 points per row they played in the ISACK final against archrival BSK. Dedicating the final to all the game and allowed a measly 23.6 points. KES dominated every opponent using an KES players before them, the team came aggressive style of defense and full court out with intensity and confidence, scoring Free Subscription: [email protected] Issue #3 11/2011 Congratulations to the Open Age Boys Basketball Team. They made it to the ISACK final against BSK for the third straight season and proved that hard work and determination pay off as they captured KES’s sixth championship. pressure; forcing numerous turnovers and scoring like a ‘pack of wolves’ in transition. This success took the better part of the past two seasons to develop. After disappointing finishes in two ISACK finals, Coach Quinn and the nucleus of his team dedicated themselves to improving. After the season finished in November 2010, the team stayed together and practiced for most of the school year. They entered the GUST high school league and played against some of Kuwait’s best teams. After a shaky start the team gained confidence in a near comeback victory over American International School (AIS). The team focused on fundamentals and continued to improve by playing a series of games against Bayan Bilingual School (BBS) and Universal American School (UAS). Once the 2011 season started, there were noticeable differences. KES has the potential players to dominate ISACK for years to come but need to adopt a championship attitude and PREPARE for success by working on skills and fitness, before, during and after the season. With so few players returning next year opportunities for playing time will be abundant, but only for the few that make it happen. Report by Tom Quinn. expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOPS with Debbie Reeve Sign up for classes today. 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KD 20 Slide – KD 5 Dressing Table – KD 25Children’s Pool Table – KD 23 White Chest Drawers x 3 – KD 7 each Little Tykes Football Table – KD 25 Kitchen Table and 6 chairs – KD 30Children’s Electric Car – KD 50 Wardrobes x 3 ( 3 and 2 doors) – KD 20 each Bike – Age 7 – KD 10 Cupboards x 3 – KD 10 each Deep Fat Fryer – KD 10 Cot – KD 35 Bassinet – KD 25 Cross – Trainer – KD 10 Children’s Trampoline 3ft by 3ft – KD 5 Ski Clothes Kids KD 10 Ski Clothes Adults KD 15 Ski Helmets – KD 10 each Puppet Show – KD 8 All in excellent condition - Contact 97215905 When: Saturday, 3rd of December from 10 am to 1pm Where: Egaila 1, street 117, House 34 What: Toys and clothing for up to 5 year old boys and girls books for children and adults kitchen and household items electronics, laptop, sewing machine quilts crib size and crib bedding stroller, car seat covers outside ride on toys and much more. [email protected] In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] EEK! is not obliged to publish all ads or material received and the decision to publish, or not, is solely that of the Editor. Massive House Sale: I'm leaving Kuwait and need to basically sell of my whole household. Mid to high quality stuff at “take them home” prices. The prices are on a word file by each item. Call Mark 97109442 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 Free Subscription: [email protected] For Sale * Boy’s Spiderman Bicycle with stabilisers. Good condition. 13” wheels – 15KD EEK! is responsible or involved in any of the ads placed herein. All transaction are at the own risk of the respondent. * Girl’s Rhapsody Pink Bicycle with stabilisers. * Good condition, 13” wheels – 15KD * Fussball table. Pine. Good Condition. – 60KD * Rowenta Pedestal Fan (Black) Height 4ft. – 10KD * Electric Keyboard (Yamaha) with stand – 40KD * 2 CD players with radio – one pink, one grey. Free to good home (after 10th December). * Moulinex Odacio Food Processor – 25KD (available from 1st December) * George Forman Fat Free Grill – 10KD * LPD 850 Portable DVD Player, can be used in cars – 15KD * 2 Children’s life vests – 5KD each * 2 Children’s ? – 4KD * Pizza maker – 5KD * Two sets of children’s Hagen Series II golf clubs with bags. One right handed and one left handed. - 25KD each * Riding hat (Jockey Skull) Size: 0, Young Riders – 5KD * Rider’s Protection Vest (Rodney Powell, Body and Shoulder Protector Standard * Mattresses Intercoil Home Classics Orthopaedic (80” x 60”) Intercoil Triple A Treatment (76” x 58”) 15KD each (Available after 10th December) Level 3) Size: Small – 5KD Tel: 97634039, Linda J. Ferguson events blog In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat EEK! is not obliged to publish all ads or material received and the decision to publish, or not, is solely that of the Editor. Issue #3 11/2011 Free Subscription: [email protected] For Sale 2002 Roller Desk brand new 50KD; Set of pots Harley Davidson dium 3KD; Anthony Wharrel grill Soft Tail Deuce lips Juicer hardly used 11KD, swing 8KD, big 4KD, medium 3KD, large 4 KD, me5KD; diwania set 7 KD (for 2 sets); Phil- Gas BBQ with side stove: 27KD, new single arm chair 45KD 97274389 Ex Pat Owned from new 1483 cc Stage 2 Engine (95HP) 20,000 kms Screaming Eagle pipes Unique Ghost Rider paintwork Fully chromed Short handlebars Custom Hard Bags + Frame Cover Proper and Regular service New Front tyre Range of spares 99077359. BARGAIN - 2600KD events blog In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. FOR SALE - FOR CHARITY We have a wide range of young children's toys and games (easy jigsaw puzzles, car garage with cars, large plastic building blocks, little tykes cars, ride along car) to sell asap. We also have a bed guard, a baby floor gym/ play mat, matching Winnie the Pooh bath mat, potty and toilet trainer seat and a nappy wrapper. We have a large amount of good quality boys clothes, in bags from ages 3-6 months up until 2-3 years. We also have a LG LCD rear projection 48" T.V. events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] for sale, it works fine but it needs a new bulb. Maximum 2 of any sort, price range 10-15 KD Call Alison 94456743 or Daren 99586971 per chair. Please feel free to pass on to anyone with (weekdays between 4-9pm and weekends 9am Contact Anna-Lou 99900675 or Hein 60009813 young children who you think may be - 9pm). The money from the toys and clothes ______________________________________ interested. will go to Operation Hope. WANTED ______________________________________ Seeking Occupational Therapist/Physical Jo Vickridge - [email protected] FOR SALE Therapist specializing in hands! ______________________________________ Very Good Condition Kuwaiti Style Household Therapy needed post surgery for trigger finger furniture for sale, items incl release. Contact: Karen e-mail: re- 1. Wardrobe [email protected] 2. Master Bed room set ______________________________________ 3. Sofa set MagiKats offers out of school Maths 4. Diwaniya set and English tuition 5 Stove suitable for all children from 4 to 16 years. 6 Oil Heater Every student has a programme that is built for Plenty odds and ends for sale as well. them. They concentrate on coming to grips with For viewing please call ( Shaheed (haris) who topics that they are covering at school whilst will be able to show the items at anytime 99- also working on a parallel thread that is put 628-965 together to fill any gaps that may exist in their Nasrin Ejner core skills. Special support is also available Toyota Prado 2008 VX model, V6 4000cc ______________________________________ when exams are looming. For further informa- automatic, only one owner, full dealer service, Big Sale of Baby and Kids stuff! tion please visit www.magikats.com or call no accidents or problems. KD 7200 Saturday, 03. December 2011 from 9 – 12 99687875. Abu Hassania, Bock 11, Street 79, Villa 4A ______________________________________ (from Fahaheel Expressway take exit 209, U HOUSE SALE: turn back to highway towards Kuwait City, stay We are having a sale of numerous bits and bobs left, take first unmarked exit (Police Officers of baby stuff that was left with me when a few Club), 2nd left and you are there) friends left in august this year, there is multi- We have tons of kids clothes (newborn -3 tude of small toys, as well as a couple of high years), from socks to swimsuits, pants, jackets, chairs, books, DVD's, bedding, baby bath, hats …you name it, all from 100 fills to 2 KD. strollers of varying ages as well as an extremely Also toys, puzzles, baby car seat, crib bumpers, nice white wood cot with mattress, a dolls changing table, and lots more. Some of the house, etc etc etc - Its all going cheap as I want things were never used. Come see for yourself it out of the house!!!! :-) so we are having a For more information call 6682 4634. yard sale........ ______________________________________ WANTED Egaila, Block 1, street 105, house 54 - from 10 Let us take any odd chairs you have! -12 am on saturday November 26, welcome to We are looking for a mixture of dining room bring your kids - we have a trampoline and chairs. climbing frame. Full-size American pool table, slate bed with full accessories, plus wooden cover with table-tennis accessories KD 650. CALL 94495451 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 PILATES LESSONS IN YOUR OWN HOME BY With Eid here, Thanksgiving very near, and BRITISH PILATES INSTRUCTOR Christmas just around the corner I am a per- Do you want to improve your core stability and sonal trainer starting my new exercise classes. strength, have relief from stress and back pain, Want to take off a few inches before the holidays? better posture and take part in an exercise that has no impact and easy on the joints? events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] Please contact AG 65.6000.96 If so, Pilates may be for you. All you do is provide ______________________________________ the space and I provide the equipment e.g. mat, fitness circle, flex bands and toning Look good; feel great with Sienna X balls. I am experienced in post-rehabilitation, back care and the management of scoliosis, pre and post natal pilates. If you would like further information on costs, etc you can contact me: Sunless Tanning in only 20 minutes. Mobile spray tanning service provided by a Sienna X certified professional. (Training accredited by the Guild of Beauty Therapists UK). Mobile: 99719903 For details, consultation or to book your ap- Email: pointment contact: [email protected] Leigh Young on __________________________________ [email protected] Mobile: 66135652 k! !Clic K E E EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. ______________________________________ Workshops & Classes Jalusion offers a host of Skilled Workshops & Classes linked to History, Heritage, Culture and Hand skills. For more info contact [email protected] ______________________________________ good until July 2012. Urgent sale folks! Normally KD700, we’re willing to take KD400. Must go by Nov 28th. Note this membership is for a married couple. Please mail me for more info on [email protected] ______________________________________ Mileage: Available for local contracts on full time or part time basis. Internal & External Communications Identification of Stakeholders (internal & external) Intimate knowledge of the local work culture C&CM strategy and plans Pre- and post project CM measurement Email [email protected] 9.920 KM Power: 37KW / 50 hp Change Management ______________________________________ A “COUPLE” gym membership at the Hilton BMW F 650 GS Model Year: 2002 ABS Elect. Starter Catalytic converter Windshield (Turatech) LED indicator Arrow Sport mudguard Frond Spoiler Tires new Good Condition Bargain Price: 1.200KWD Contact: Phone: 97218993 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] Fish tank complete with full accessories, lights EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. KD 25 14 foot trampoline with netting KD 60 Wall cabinet KD 20 Children’s climbing frame KD 60 CALL 94495451 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] Kuwait Hotlines Children’s hard ITEMS FOR SALE cover Enid Blyton Child’s Ski Suit. Navy and books. Good condi- light blue, Size 7/8 years, tion. 6KD for each 122 – 128 cm. Hardly set of 12 books. used. KD10. Text or call Text or call after CIVIL ID 1 88 99 88 after 5pm on 66801245. 5pm on 66801245. AIRPORT 1888 180 EMERGENCY - Police - Fire - Ambulance 112 TRAFFIC HOTLINE 1 88 41 41 Boy’s books and Private Hospitals comics. Suitable for 6 to 8 year old. KD3 for all 13. Text or Al-Rashid Hospital 25624000 Small black call after 5pm on Dar Al-Shifa Hospital 22802555 Ikea computer 66801245. Hadi Clinic 1828282 London Hospital 1883883 Mowasat Hospital 25726666 Salam Hospital 22533177 EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. desk and chair. Both on ______________________________________ wheels. KD10 Do you want to learn one of the most together. Text important languages in the world? or call after This is the moment! 5pm on Spanish Private Lessons for 66801245. Beginners or Conversational lessons Interested in German classes? Hotels Contact Veronica Please contact 97480947 [email protected] 1m high. KD4. Text or call [email protected] ______________________________________ after 5pm on 66801245. ______________________________________ Arabic, French & Italian Math Problems?! private lessons for Qualified mathematician (PhD) offers private beginners/children. Do you want to learn as lessons in Mathematics at all levels (high beginner/child Arabic, French or Italian? This is Crowne Plaza Kuwait 24772000 school or university/college level). Call: the right decision at the right time. Hilton Kuwait Resort 22256222 60358167 Contact Nayla 97914320 ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Girls’ books to Conversational English Arabic Lessons suit 8 to 12 Ideally seeking a Chinese expat to provide con- Want to learn how to speak ARABIC? Ceramic black pedestal. Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts 25673000 Movenpick Albid’a 22253100 Al-Manshar Rotana Hotel 23931000 JW Marriot Kuwait City Hotel 22455550 Kuwait Regency Hotel 25766666 Marina Hotel Kuwait 22244970 Movenpick 24610033 years old. Popu- versational English practice to a lar authors Chinese lady for a couple hours 2 or 3 times a Want to have private lessons in the comfort of Jaqueline Wilson, week during weekdays. Alternatively, suit a your home! Learn Kuwaiti Arabic in less than 6 Gwyneth Rees, housewife with good command of English. No months! Don’t want to pay a fortune? Jean Ure, Sharon formal qualification required. Phone: Safir International Hotel Kuwait 22530000 Creech etc. KD10 Rate to be agreed between parties. Mudassar Iqbal Muhammed on 66612300 to Sheraton Kuwait Hotel & Towers 22422055 for 21 books. Please contact: [email protected] book your first lesson. Safir Hotel & Residences Kuwait 25455555 Palms Beach Hotel & Spa 22824060 Refad Palace 23908630 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] with the carrycot, encouraging parent-baby eye Tutor available for all Tutor available for English American and British Primary level subjects Curriculum contact English, Maths, Science and general topics For rates please call 67643483. •Includes pushchair, infant car seat with apron 15kd an hour, Salmiya based Median Hawali based but suitable from birth to 13kg, cosytoe, newborn Secondary English available can come to your home liner, carry cot and change bag 20KD an hour ______________________________________ EMail for more details [email protected] Mr. Majidudeen Umar ______________________________________ Looking for someone to proof read? American available to tutor English, math sci- Native English speaker with a background in ence and history grades 3-11 business and journalism is able to proof read essays, dissertations, reports, papers, articles etc. For more information call 65921247 ______________________________________ WANTED Tools etc for engraving on glass. Hobby level acceptable. Professional level considered. EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. Arthur Barber, mob 66431096 [email protected] Mobile number:66773842 ______________________________________ WANTED SET OF ACOUSTIC DRUMS INC. CYMBALS,STANDS AND STOOL Prefer Pearl, Yamaha ,Sonor etc. but anything considered. Cash waiting. Call 97669670 ______________________________________ [email protected] ______________________________________ I am a teacher of piano for the beginners. I would like to teach kids and females only, whoever are interested to learn playing pls call me. I have a keyboard at home and I live in Pet Passage Pet Import & Export Services Salmiya Munira tel: 94982843 ______________________________________ Barely used Mothercare Trenton Deluxe Pram & Pushchair Travel System – Lightning: Original price: KD 175/- Selling KD100/Product information Karen Orobey +965 6697-5644 [email protected] •A complete travel system which includes everything you need for your baby •Suitable from birth to max. child weight: 15kg •Can be used in parent-facing mode when used Use the “SUBJECT” line in your email to indicate what your email to EEK! is about. Due to massive email traffic to our inbox, priority is given to clearly marked emails, e.g. Long, 3 seater, blood red leather seat “Article for EEK!”, “For Sale”, “Information re- from The One KD 80. Wall unit from The One, quired”, “subscription” etc. with lights, KD400, 2 silver bar stools The One ______________________________________ KD 35 Furniture and Household items for Sale Furniture and Household items for Sale Telephone 97827188 Telephone 97827188 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] 2 Silver dinning chairs The One KD 35 for both Large Stacking Baskets KD 7 Small Wansa Chest Freezer KD 30 White Desk and Chair KD 5 Skittles is 5 months old, has had all shots, been micro chipped and has been neutered. Please call Karen at 9 959-4898 if you can adopt Skittles. L Shaped 5 seater sofa, matching One Metre Square Solid Wood Table KD10 EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. large stool and lots of cushions KD 200 Panasonic Video Player KD 5 Sunstech DVD Player KD 5 Two small safes, internal dimensions w 22cm, d 24cm, height 32cm with shelf in place, height 36cm without shelf. KD 30 each 1 Desk Lamp KD 2 2 LG Air Purifiers, Ikea desk and chair KD 50 Blue and Red KD 50 each Furniture and Household items for Sale Telephone 97827188 Small Stacking Basket Sets ______________________________________ 1 x Orange Coco is a year old, very sweet. Has all of her 1 x Blue Nila is looking for a full or a part time live KD 4 each out job. gets on well with other cats. Nila has worked for us for over 4 years. She is Please contact Karen at 9 959-4898 if very honest and is GREAT with children & pets. interested in adopting her. Nila is a very hard worker and cleans very well. Roland EM-15 Keyboard w stand KD40 shots, micro chipped & has been spayed. She Please call Nila at 9 929-6145 In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Issue #3 11/2011 events blog Free Subscription: [email protected] If you wish to change the email address in which you receive your weekly issue of EEK! e-mag simply mail us on Baby is an affectionate 1 year-old female Shitzu dog. This little girl is an absolute sweetheart and loves people and dogs alike. She would do great in a family with children of all ages. [email protected] with the request to EEK! is not responsible for or involved with any of the ads published. change the address. Linus is a super friendly 2 year-old Domestic Short Haired male cat. This buddy is as sweet as can be and loves a good cuddle. Linus would be a fantastic new family member in a household with children over 8. Queensize matress in great condition. Two door wardrobe. Including mirror and locking drawer. 2 side tables with drawers Cabinet with 4 drawers. Makeup cabinet including small display shelf with glass, mirror, storage and a small stool to sit on. Pictures upon request. Available for purPool Table for sale incl cues, balls, rack chase now. Asking 150 KD for set. ( 8 and 9 ball), bridge and wall rack to hang it all! 140 kd Barbara Dark ( walnut) color bedroom set for sale. 6507-5973 Queen size bed with shelf on headboard. [email protected] Nelson, a two year old neutered male cat in need of a new home please! Call me on 99372742 if you can give this boy a happy home. For more info contact K'S PATH at (+965) 6700 1622 or visit the website www.kspath.org In association with expats express kuwait! EEK! 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Membership Email: [email protected] events for the enjoyment of those interested in Supported by the Jamaican Embassy in Kuwait Contact: [email protected] or call 66327130 Canadians and Non-Canadians welcome. PAWS Kuwait Voluntary nonprofit organization in Kuwait to assist homeless, neglected and abandoned animals by providing veterinary care, rescue and adoption services, to domestic, wild and pet animals in Kuwait. [email protected] www.paws-kuwait.org Founded in 1993, it is a group of writers who are all involved in some sort of creative writing in progress: Eg. novels, poetry, short stories, travelogues. The writing must be creative and writers are normally first language English or people with a very good command of the English language. It is a workshop environment. We meet Every second Saturday in each others’ residences over light snacks: 19.30 to 21. 30 This is a call for expats to form a support or interest group for diabetics. 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The fun exploring our website by clicking HERE or Saracens RFC is a member of the Arabian Gulf emailing us on [email protected] Rugby Football Union (AGRFU), which in turn is affiliated with the International Rugby Board We look forward to hearing from you. (IRB). All coaches are IRB certified. We hold training on Friday mornings at the Jazeera Airport pitch. Email us at: [email protected] WHEN MAILING NOTICES, SALES ITEMS, CLUB INFO’S TO EEK! FOR PUBLICATION, PLEASE MENTION THE SUBJECT IN THE ERMM… ”SUBJECT LINE” (ESPECIALLY IF YOU’RE REPLYING TO A MAIL SENT FROM US WITH A DIFFERENT SUBJECT LINE). WE CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE THE CAPACITY TO ATTEND TO ALL EMAILS, SO WE TRAWL THE SUBJECT LINES FOR MATERIAL FOR PUBLICATION FIRST, THEN THE OTHERS. Porsche Centre Kuwait, Behbehani Motors Company Under the Patronage of H.E. The British Ambassador Frank Baker The number one football academy in Kuwait located at Shaab Park catering for boys and girls from 3 to 18 years, beginners to advanced groups. Regular matches, tournaments and tours plus visits from top professional coaches from Everton F.C. We provide training all for Age groups from 519 years old. in association with Everton F.C. Sponsored by Round For details contact Academy Director Mike Table [email protected] Finn on 99981327, email; Kuwait It is a member of Round Tables in the Arabian Gulf (RTAG) and Round Table International (RTI). RTK has grown to be a strong and vibrant organization from its initial days. Every Are thinking of studying in the U.K., looking to month the Table holds a Business meeting and test and develop your English skills, planning to a Fellowship event for Tablers and families to strengthen the bonds of fellowship. study or train abroad? 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Email us at: [email protected] Calling all Bridge Players We are constantly on the lookout for people who enjoy a good game of bridge. Want to learn more about it? You may not have been aware of our existence. We meet twice a week at the Sea Club in Ras Salmiya on Sundays and Tuesdays for a prompt start at 20:00 with about five tables for duplicate bridge. All players speak English. We are a small, but very friendly club and we would hope to make you feel most welcome. If you would like to find out a little more – visit our website at http://q8bc.blogspot.com/ Better still – please contact anyone below for a little more information. Numan Al Turki – 99707404 Bianca Russo – 99628929 Samia Boukhris – 99759118 (email - [email protected]) If you are interested in playing netball then come and join us on a Tuesday night at The Kuwait Offshore Sailing Association English School, Salmiya. We have 2 leagues that run weekly and cater for all abilities, aged 17+, from 6.30pm ‘till 8pm. For more info contact Rachel (66636912) email: [email protected] Operation HOPE- Kuwait (OH) is a mission of mercy, founded in late 2005, humanitarian relief primarily to expatriate laborers in Kuwait in a manner that restores their God-given dignity. Our purpose is to alleviate despair and bring hope to third country national laborers and domestic workers whenever possible. We also help equip every embassy shelter operating in Kuwait with clothing, non perishable foods, toiletries etc. To volunteer a few hours of your time, or donate gently used clothing or household items, or to make a financial contribution, do email us at: [email protected] Visit: www.operation-hope-kuwait.com DRINKING PROBLEM? YOU ARE NOT ALONE FREE HELP IN KUWAIT CONFIDENTIAL KOSA hosts a wealth of sailing opportunities. Wish to learn to sail, crew during a race or simply cruise? Contact us for more information. 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Using the traditional jazz trio instrumentation of piano, bass and drums, the Kuwait Jazz Trio can provide suitable back-ground music for any occasion or easily serve as the main entertainment event. Email us at: [email protected]. WEBSITE Ukuleles Rock!! Rehearsals are held in Rumaithiya, on Wednesday mornings from 8.30 to 10am – yes, that’s right – we are probably the only musical group that rehearses at such an early hour! Not very cool, but practical. Contact Janet: 9098-8031, or email me at [email protected] www.ukuleleorchestra.com www.ukuladyorchestra.blogspot.com BAR NONE is a live performance cover band located in the State of Kuwait. We play a blend of rock and roll classics from five decades, with a bit of country, blues and jazz sprinkled in for good measure. Some of the artists covered by BAR NONE include: The Beatles, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Eagles, ZZ Top, Jimi Hendrix, John Mellencamp, Eric Clapton, BachmanTurner Overdrive, Santana, and Dire Straits. Formed in 2008, our unique and versatile style draws on the diverse experience and professional backgrounds of our band members. The Photographer Gustavo Ferrari: Professional photographer based in Kuwait and covering the Middle East. Corporate, editorial and photojournalism assignments. Stock photos. “Gustavo Ferrari is the most active photojournalist and corporate photographer in Kuwait and the Arabian Gulf; he has covered assignments for publications like Time Magazine, Newsweek, L.A.Times, New York Times, Der Spiegel, World Architecture, BirdAir.” Photolinks. Email: [email protected] Website HERE. perfect entertainment for your party or event, our goal is to provide our audience a live music Q8 Foot Soldiers performance that is professional, entertaining and a reminder of that favorite club back home. Email us at: [email protected] Do you have a social group for expats? If you have periodic get togethers with others who share your socials, hobbies, lifestyle activities or book corners, let other know whare they can get hold of you. Please email EEK! on [email protected] A new social club dedicated specifically to the most ancient activity; Running. Run for Health: A one of a kind, new approach, promising to traverse many locations in Kuwait, enjoying them on foot, and sharing tips and diet tricks. Set your goal, and then exceed it! For more info: [email protected] expats express kuwait! EEK! Free Subscription: [email protected] Kuwait’s first and only e-newsletter for the Western minded expat Expatwait Ku Agenda For any corrections to the content on this page please email us: [email protected] American School of Kuwait Kuwait English School British School of Kuwait The American School of Kuwait, was founded in 1964. It is a privately owned, independent coeducational day school which offers a general academic curriculum for students of all nationalities. The English School, Kuwait High expectations, resilience, optimism – these intangibles all have a very real presence at KES from our youngest KG child of 3 years through to our oldest Senior High School students preparing to study at Universities throughout the world. New English School The English School, which is the only not for profit school in Kuwait, has served the English speaking community here for over half a century now. Our aim is to provide the very best in British education for all our pupils in a supportive and caring environment. The school serves local and international communities, with children from over 50 nationalities and close ties are maintained with the U.K. and with other overseas British and International school. BSK is proud of its reputation for academic*, sporting and creative excellence. BSK is also proud of its reputation for offering the widest range of extracurricular activities of any school in the region.