Fort Worth Sister Cities

Taste of Sister Cities
2022-10-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | UNT Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
Come and join the Fort Worth Youth International group to enjoy the cuisine representing our nine sister cities and learn about all the youth programs and exchanges you can participate in for the upcoming year.

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Our "Perjalanan" Journey to Indonesia
2022-08-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Join us for a virtual Indonesian roadshow featuring our sister city, Bandung. Tune in for cultural presentations from two perspectives: a Bandung native and an American who lived abroad. To conclude, hear from a pencak silat martial arts expert and learn about this ancient practice.

Every month this year, we will feature the culture, history or customs of one of our sister cities in the form of a virtual roadshow. Stay tuned each month for more cultural highlights!

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Wine from the Rhineland
2022-07-13 17:00 - 18:30 | Sanders Travel, 3550 Hulen St Ste A, Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
Join us for a German roadshow and 35th anniversary celebration featuring our sister city Trier and the delightful wines of the Mosel region. Sample rieslings all the way from Germany while learning about the cultivation process.

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Jr. International Leadership Academy
2022-07-11 - 2022-07-15
Join this dynamic summer leadership program specifically designed for middle school students completing grades 6-8. The Jr. International Leadership Academy students will meet and interact with other Fort Worth middle school students as well as university students from Toluca, Mexico while studying international cultures in a creative, fun, and educational environment. The program will encourage students to explore and focus on current issues as they gain essential leadership and communication skills through cross-cultural activities such as art, music and language.

Nagaoka Hanabi: Japanese Fireworks Are a Blast!
2022-06-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us for a Japanese roadshow featuring our sister city, Nagaoka. Tune in to learn about the world famous Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, considered to be one of the top three fireworks festivals in Japan!

Every month this year, we will feature the culture, history or customs of one of our sister cities in the form of a virtual roadshow. Stay tuned each month for more cultural highlights!

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Folk Dance Ensemble of Debrecen
2022-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Burnett Park, 501 W. 7th Street, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, United States
Come see the the world famous, award-winning Folk Dance Ensemble of Debrecen. Since 1953, the ensemble has been performing all over the world to preserve their folk culture and share it globally. The group will perform traditional folk dances of Hungary in authentic costumes.

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Música y Más
2022-05-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Join us for a Mexican roadshow featuring our sister city, Toluca. Tune in for virtual musical performances from the Toluca Soloists Ensemble and La Minita de Oro!

The Toluca Soloists Ensemble is the official musical group of the City of Toluca and is made up of the best voices of Toluca who have gained national and international recognition. They have studied and performed all over the world in a variety of musical styles and genres.

La Minita de Oro is a trio dedicated to Mexican popular music, that fuses blues, jazz, and rock with styles of Mexican origin such as huapango and bolero, adding their own contemporary interpretation.

Every month this year, we will feature the culture, history or customs of one of our sister cities in the form of a virtual roadshow. Stay tuned each month for more cultural highlights!

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Journey Down the Danube
2022-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Join us for a Hungarian roadshow featuring our sister city, Budapest. Tune in for cultural presentations from the Metroplex Magyar Cultural Circle and the Youth Ambassadors selected to travel to Budapest to learn more about our Hungarian sister city and its many wonders.

Every month this year, we will feature the culture, history or customs of one of our sister cities in the form of a virtual roadshow. Stay tuned each month for more cultural highlights!

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Travel to Italy
2022-04-01 - 2022-04-12
TRIP IS FULL. EMAIL US TO JOIN WAITLIST.

Journey to the “Bel Paese,” beautiful country, and explore the pockets of Italy that make the country a classic. First, stop in Reggio Emilia, Fort Worth’s sister city for 35 years, where you will get to know the culture as a local. Venture into the sun-kissed vineyards of Tuscany. Embrace a simpler way of life as you travel through this Old World country steeped in rich traditions and glorious history.

Italian 101
2022-03-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Join us for an Italian roadshow featuring our first sister city, Reggio Emilia. Reggio Emilia native, Dr. Monica Marchi will teach basic Italian words and phrases while incorporating trivia about her hometown.

Every month this year, we will feature the culture, history or customs of one of our sister cities in the form of a virtual roadshow. Stay tuned each month for more cultural highlights!

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DeNîmes Blues
2022-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us as we kick off the Fort Worth Sister Cities International Roadshow featuring our newest sister city, Nîmes, France. Fort Worth’s musical muse, Ginny Mac will showcase the influence of French blues and jazz on country and western swing.

Every month this year, we are featuring the culture, history and customs one of our sister cities in the form of a virtual roadshow. Stay tuned each month for more cultural highlights!

Monarchs in Mexico
2022-02-07 - 2022-02-12
TRIP IS FULL. EMAIL US TO JOIN WAITLIST.

Witness the amazing migration of millions of monarch butterflies and experience the traditional, modern and historical wonders of Toluca, Mexico on this once in a lifetime trip. While there you will:

Visit El Rosario Monarch Butterfly Preserve, the largest sanctuary in the state of Michoacán
See the beautiful botanical gardens of the area including the Cosmovitral, a botanical garden decorated by colossal works of stained glass art that tell the story of creation
Explore Valle de Bravo, a small town with cobblestone streets and plazas giving it a European charm
Get to know Mexico as a local with our friends as tour guides during the entire stay

Lunar New Year: Bao Making Class
2022-02-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Get the Lunar New Year off to a tasty start with a classic Chinese street food, 包子 – “baozi or the bao bun. In collaboration with Hao & Dixya, we are welcoming the Year of the Tiger with a virtual “baozi” making class. Registration for the live demonstration is $25 and includes instructions and a recipe packet. An optional ingredient kit is available for an additional $30 and includes ingredients to make 12-16 bao.

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Know Before You Go: Europe Edition
2022-01-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join us Jan. 25 at 9 a.m. CST for a real time live presentation on the state of Fort Worth’s European sister cities in France, Germany, Hungary and Italy. Hear from government officials, medical experts, business representatives, travel professionals, and our sister city colleagues on:

the status of the pandemic in Europe
how it has affected their economies
when they see a return to normalcy
what restrictions are in place currently or in the foreseeable future

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Youth New Year Celebration
2022-01-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join us virtually as we learn about how our sister cities and other cultures celebrate the New Year (and other significant holidays). We will hear “Happy New Year” messages from our friends in our sister cities as well as record a New Year message of our own to send to our international friends.

Come and also hear about the International Leadership Academies and how to get involved in sister cities for the rest of the school year and summer.

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Fort Worth Youth International Book Club
2022-01-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join the Fort Worth Youth International Book Club on Jan. 9 for a discussion on “The Strange Library” by internationally acclaimed author Haruki Murakami. “The Strange Library” is a fantastical illustrated short novel about a boy imprisoned in a nightmarish library. Opening the flaps on this unique little book, readers will find themselves immersed in the strange world of best-selling Haruki Murakami’s wild imagination.

Pick up the book at your local library or bookstore and register today to receive the Zoom link.

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Youth Ambassador Deadline
2021-10-15
Since 1985, Fort Worth Sister Cities International has provided international youth trips and exchanges to help students develop deeper cross-cultural mindsets. Apply today!

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Mangia Italia
2021-10-14 18:30 - 20:30 | Locavore, 715 Hawthorne Ave., Fort Worth, TX, 76110, United States
Join the Reggio Emilia Committee Oct. 14 to celebrate all things Italian culture and to learn more about an opportunity to travel to Reggio Emilia in April of 2022.

As a party goer you will get to:

Sample Italian cuisine and wine
Experience live Italian opera
Learn how to speak Italian

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Youth Board Kickoff Meeting
2021-10-10 14:00 - 15:00 | UNT Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
You’re invited to the Fort Worth Youth International Coffeehouse! To kick off the year, the youth board invites you to sample international coffee and tea alongside various international treats.

Even more, you will learn about all the ways you can be involved with sister cities throughout the school year through Youth Ambassador Exchanges, the International Leadership Academy, the Jr. International Leadership Academy, hosting, community service projects, and much more. Bring a friend and come join us!

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POSTPONED - Taking Control of Your Security With Confidence
2021-10-04 17:00 - 18:30 | UNT Health Science Center MET Building, 1000 Montgomery Street, Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTONED. STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE.

Join us for our latest International Speaker Series on “Taking Control of Your Security with Confidence.”

Today, no one can be absolutely secure online. There is always a way to break through your defenses to seize your data or influence you toward an outcome you would not ordinarily follow. The only way you can gain confidence in your own security is by taking an active role in understanding this challenging cybersecurity and digital influence realm. Chris Dufour, a noted expert in digital security and nefarious influence, will offer a few time-tested best practices to get you on your path to taking control of your own security with confidence.

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North Texas Giving Day
2021-09-23
On Sept. 23, 2021, Fort Worth Sister Cities is participating in Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day, a one-day online giving extravaganza for our whole region.

Last year, Communities Foundation of Texas brought together nearly 3,000 organizations to raise $50 million, and we are excited to be a part of the movement this year!

Join with others and help us reach our goal of $5,000. Here’s how you can help:

1. Get up and give on Sept. 23!
Donate here. Not available on Sept. 23? No worries! Make your gift early between Sept. 1 and Sept. 22.

2. Spread the word!
Spread the word to your friends and loved ones about Fort Worth Sister Cities and North Texas Giving Day. Don’t forget to tag @fortworthsistercities and #NTxGivingDay if you’re posting online. Encourage your friends and family to get up and give as well. Communities Foundation of Texas is even offering a prize for the social media post that’s shared the most.

3. Follow us!
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on North Texas Giving Day.

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Saké Sampling
2021-08-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Sanders Travel, 3550 Hulen St Ste A, Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
Join us for an evening of saké and sushi with the Nagaoka Committee. Sample saké all the way from the Asahi Shuzo Sake Brewing Co. in Japan while learning about the brewing process and the history of the famous Japanese beverage from the creators themselves who will join us virtually. A sushi demonstration will also be provided by the Culinary School of Fort Worth. Buy tickets today!

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Citizen Diplomacy & Human Rights
2021-06-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
HOW DOES AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL FIT IN?
Join us for another International Speakers Series featuring our special guest, Roger-Mark de Souza, Chief Movement Building Officer of Amnesty International. De Souza oversees research and programs designed to document human rights abuses and directs Amnesty International USA’s work to grow, diversify, train, and deepen the engagement of its membership base in order to leverage the organization’s grassroots activism from the local to the global level.

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Intercultural Etiquette & Protocol Training
2021-05-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Want to learn more about other cultures and how they communicate? Join us for intercultural etiquette and protocol training led by Fort Worth Sister Cities President/CEO Mae Ferguson.

You will learn about:

Becoming more culturally competent and appreciative of other cultures
Improving and expanding international business relations
Persevering in difficult situations
Getting the most value out of your travels
Creating a welcoming experience for people of other cultures

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Trier Night at Rahr
2021-04-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Rahr & Sons Brewing Company, 701 Galveston Ave., Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Raise a glass with us on April 29 at Rahr & Sons Brewing Company to celebrate Fort Worth’s partnership with Trier, Germany.

Nick Ballarini, accordionist will be playing some German polka favorites and The Doghouse Food Truck will be on hand serving a variety of hot dogs including their famous “Schaunzer” with spicy brown mustard and sauerkraut.

20% of all taproom sales will go directly to Fort Worth Sister Cities International, so join us and have a “bier”!

RSVP to beth@fwsistercities.org to let us know you’re coming!

Fort Worth Sister Cities International Alumni Panel
2021-03-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Fort Worth Sister Cities International has an impressive group of alumni who participated in our programs as middle and high school students. Come and learn from a panel of accomplished professionals who had a Fort Worth Sister Cities experience and are now in successful careers and are contributing to their communities.

Panelists are:

Ana Alba, Domestic Violence Assistance Coordinator, Women’s Institute of the City of Toluca in Mexico
Joshua Cauthen, Deputy Director, Strategy Planning and Management, External Affairs at Penda Health in Nairobi, Kenya
Carlo Capua, Co-owner of The Meeting Squad and Locavore
Danielle McCown, Exchanges & Outreach Associate at Fort Worth Sister Cities International
Mary Robinson, Doctoral Candidate in Linguistics at New York University and Research Assistant in Sociolinguistics at Glasgow University
Lindsay Wilson, Director of Meetings at Verto Solutions in Washington, DC
Kristin Vinson Wright, Coordinator of Career Services & Campus Mentoring Program at Tarrant County College

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International Trivia Night
2021-03-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Want to see how much you really know about the world? Join this virtual party and test your skills at international trivia!
There will be three rounds and each round has a theme:

Round 1: Languages of the World
Round 2: Culinary Delights
Round 3: General Geography

Teams can be fun so recruit others to join in the competition. Teams can consist of people in your household or you can connect and play with folks outside of your house using a meeting app like FaceTime, text, Google Hangouts, or an old fashioned phone call.
Register today and we’ll send you all you need to know about how to play!
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International Speakers Series: Japan's Global Moment
2021-03-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join us as we launch the Fort Worth Sister Cities International Speakers Series featuring our special guest, Joshua Walker, Ph.D., President & CEO of Japan Society of New York City. Walker brings a breadth of knowledge to Fort Worth having grown up in Japan with over two decades of experience in international business and diplomacy. He has also worked with clients worldwide focusing on Japan to evaluate global geopolitical risks.

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All About Anime
2021-02-28 13:00 - 14:00
Join the youth group as we hear from our friends at Left Field Media and learn all about this fascinating genre of animated film. Left Field Media is a marketing company who is bringing the convention Anime Frontier to Fort Worth. They will explain how you can get involved as volunteers for the event. Anime Frontier will take place at the Fort Worth Convention Center Dec. 3-5, 2021. Find out more>
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Virtual Cowtown Marathon
2021-02-27 - 2021-06-30
In partnership with the Cowtown Marathon we want to make this year’s events truly international. All races can be run virtually anytime between Feb. 27 – June 30 so join a team!

Teams are being formed here in Fort Worth and in each of our nine sister cities. Win prizes for awards like Team with the Most Participants, Team with the Most Miles, and more.

It’s easy so join the fun!

Sister Cities Discount Prices

Ultra – $90
Marathon – $85
Half Marathon – $75
10K – $35
5K – $25
Relay – $200 per team (teams of 4)

Email beth@fwsistercities.org for Sister Cities discount codes.

All registrants receive a bib number, t-shirt, and instructions for how to ensure your race is captured virtually via running app.

When registering, choose you team by clicking “Yes” under “Team Association.” Then, choose “Open” as the “Team Category.” Each team is listed as “Sister Cities – [city name].”

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