BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fort Worth Sister Cities - ECPv6.7.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Fort Worth Sister Cities X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Fort Worth Sister Cities REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200227 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200128T164440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T201241Z UID:17746-1582416000-1582761599@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Mexico State Representatives visit Fort Worth DESCRIPTION:Six delegates from Toluca are visiting Fort Worth Feb. 23-26. They are planning to attend the Mexico-US Sister Cities Mayors Summit in El Paso later in the week\, but first they are coming to Fort Worth. The delegation is interested in learning more about how our community manages the challenges of domestic violence. If you would like to be involved in planning their stay\, please email beth@fwsistercities.org. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/mexico-state-senators-visit-fort-worth/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/Mae-Ferguson-Jose-Luis-Velasco-Mayor-Gonzalez-MOnica-Gaytan-Eva-Bonilla-Nicholas-Peffer-x-JJ-Walker.png ORGANIZER;CN="Toluca Committee":MAILTO:beth@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20191125T165252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T210122Z UID:17554-1582653600-1582660800@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Celebration DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the fun of Mardi Gras in the French tradition! As a party goer you will get to:\n\n Sample French cuisine and wine\n Play petanque\, a lawn game popular in Provence\n Experience live French music\n Join in the costume contest\n Learn how to speak French\n\nEVENT IS SOLD OUT URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/mardi-gras-celebration/ LOCATION:Home of Brent Hyder\, 4900 Bryce\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/mardi_gras_mask.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="N%C3%AEmes Committee":MAILTO:beth@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200110T200237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T195312Z UID:17725-1583069400-1583074800@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Tricolore Youth Sports Games informational meeting DESCRIPTION:Fort Worth youth athletes from a variety of sports have an opportunity of a lifetime to join Team U.S.A. and travel to Reggio Emilia\, Italy for the seventh edition of the Tricolore Youth Sports Games. Fort Worth is the only city invited to represent the U.S.A. and will join 3\,000 athletes from 20 other countries for this unique experience. \n\nSister Cities selects coaches from schools and sports teams who are responsible for the selection of athletes for teams based on their sport’s requirements and Sister Cities’ guidelines. Selected athletes and coaches are required to attend team and cultural orientations and cover all expenses pertaining to their participation. \n\nIf you are interested in becoming a coach\, a youth athlete on a team or just want more information about how to get involved\, join us at this informational meeting and bring your friends. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/tricolore-youth-sports-games-informational-meeting/ LOCATION:UNT Health Science Center\, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/36978758_10160564284465285_2711498083295821824_o-e1532700716398.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200307 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200128T171435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200207T194457Z UID:17752-1583452800-1583539199@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:A World of Art: Connecting Fort Worth and Guiyang DESCRIPTION:Fort Worth is excited to partner with our sister city of Guiyang\, China for a student art contest to promote global awareness between the two cities. Artists will submit an original painting about what being from the Fort Worth community means to them. The selected paintings will be given as a gift to Guiyang in the spirit of friendship and cultural understanding.\nEligibility\n\n Must be original work\n Water color\, oils\, pastels\, pen & ink\, charcoal\, or mixed media is acceptable\n Nothing digitally produced and no photography\n No larger than 16in x 16in\n Artist must be high school student in Fort Worth\n\nSubmissions due March 6.\n\nDownload the application URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/a-world-of-art-connecting-fort-worth-and-guiyang/ CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/nik-macmillan-UmWW77lYEcA-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20180227T222344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200225T162611Z UID:14200-1583586000-1583604000@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Youth Community Service Project DESCRIPTION:Join Fort Worth Youth International for a special community service project on March 7. Students will be cleaning up the Seminary area\, which is also home to many of our community’s refugees. Bring your friends and help us in making their neighborhood cleaner. Registration required at the link below.\n\nRegister online URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/youth-community-service-project/ LOCATION:OD Wyatt High School\, 2400 E Seminary Dr\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76119\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/community-service.png ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Worth Youth International":MAILTO:paige@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200324T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200324T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200225T174330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T192058Z UID:17791-1585069200-1585074600@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Italy informational meeting - CANCELED DESCRIPTION:Learn about our journey to the “Bel Paese\,” beautiful country\, and how you can explore the pockets of Italy that make the country a classic. We will provide you an update on travel plans and itinerary\, hear your suggestions\, answer questions and continue planning. Please RSVP to Mae at mae@fwsistercities.org.\n\nFind out more URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/italy-informational-meeting/ LOCATION:Classic Wine Storage\, 2915 Riverglen Dr.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76109\, United States CATEGORIES:International Events,Upcoming Exchanges ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/italy-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20171026T185726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200402T202648Z UID:647-1586961000-1586964600@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Executive Committee meeting DESCRIPTION:The Executive Committee of Fort Worth Sister Cities will meet virtually. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/executive-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:City Club\, 301 Commerce Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/boilerplate-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20171026T193649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200402T202720Z UID:679-1589371200-1589374800@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Fort Worth Sister Cities Board of Directors will meet at the City Club in the President’s Room.\n\nLunch will be provided for $25.\n\nPurchase lunch. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/board-directors-meeting/ LOCATION:City Club\, 301 Commerce Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/boilerplate-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200627 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200427T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T170758Z UID:17829-1590192000-1593215999@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:35 Things in 35 Days DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 35th anniversary of the establishment of Fort Worth Sister Cities International. To celebrate our sister cities and everything international\, join us every day live at noon starting May 23. Like us on Facebook to follow along as we share educational\, informative and entertaining content leading up to our official anniversary on June 26.\nA special thank you to our amazing volunteers and international friends for gathering material to share as we celebrate our 35 years of service to Fort Worth!\n\nSee the videos on Facebook\n\nCheck out the content calendar URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/35-things/ CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/mbabane.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200710 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200630T155742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T203448Z UID:17901-1594166400-1594339199@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Sister Cities International Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:This year\, Sister Cities International is tackling the virtual world by introducing their very first online conference. As more sister cities programs explore new ways of connecting with their international partners\, they thought it would appropriate that this year’s conference theme be “Reimagining Citizen Diplomacy: New Connections in a Virtual World”. They are also excited to report that there will be no cost to participate in this year’s event. We hope you will join us at the 2020 Annual Conference!\n\n\nRegister for the conference URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/sister-cities-international-annual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/Mae-Ferguson-Jose-Luis-Velasco-Mayor-Gonzalez-MOnica-Gaytan-Eva-Bonilla-Nicholas-Peffer-x-JJ-Walker.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200914T215947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T162552Z UID:17999-1601411400-1601415000@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Bandung-Fort Worth Summit DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce a planned connection between the Fort Worth and Bandung Sister Cities supporters. We have contacted Bandung officials to discuss COVID-19 status and recovery\, education challenges at all levels\, plans for student programs\, and future visit ideas. Join us for a fun and informative evening with our friends from Indonesia.\n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/bandung-fort-worth-summit/ CATEGORIES:City Committee Meetings,International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/1585544097772_us-embassy-960x391-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200922T200135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T163349Z UID:18010-1602590400-1602594000@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:The Amazing Art and Culture of Eswatini DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to invite you to join us for a lovely virtual afternoon of culture from our African sister city of Mbabane\, Eswatini. Our friend and artist Honest Mhlanga will be joining us and will share his art and talk about his recent projects. Our students and some alumni from Mbabane (known as the Spearheaders) will also be attending and will share their culture with us.\n \nWe are meeting at lunch time\, so try one of these recipes and join us:\nSlaai (avocado salad)\nSidvudvu (pumpkin porridge) \n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/mbabane-cultural-event/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:City Committee Meetings,International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_20200227_142405-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201024 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200923T193223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T213526Z UID:18023-1603065600-1603497599@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Hidden Gems: Fort Worth & Budapest DESCRIPTION:In honor of Republic Day in Hungary on Oct. 23\, we are inviting you all to participate in a fascinating and eye-opening social media challenge. Starting Oct. 19\, the Budapest Committee will start sharing their favorite hidden gems about Fort Worth and Budapest on Facebook and Instagram.\n\nWe want you to post your favorite image of something off the beaten path in your city\, e.g. an architectural gem or sculpture not normally seen by tourists or even generally known to residents. So\, think unusual\, interesting places and people in your city that not everyone may have heard of\, but has a special meaning to you.\n\nPeople from Fort Worth are encouraged to share their favorite photos from Fort Worth\, and our Budapest friends are encouraged to share photos from Budapest. However\, if you have visited either city and have interesting photos from there\, please share\, and share your story.\n\nTo participate make sure you:\n\n Use the hashtag #hiddengems\n Make your post public so we can share it\n Tag @fortworthsistercities\n Nominate three friends to do the same\n\nJoin the Budapest Facebook group. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/hidden-gems-fort-worth-budapest/ CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/budapest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201025T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200923T194510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T184156Z UID:18029-1603630800-1603634400@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:The Evolution of Language DESCRIPTION:Join the youth group Fort Worth Youth International and students from our sister cities for a fascinating discussion about the evolution of language and meanings of slang and informal phrases. Language is such a crucial part of culture\, and Fort Worth Youth International wants to learn more about cultures all over the world. Students from our Sister Cities will join us to discuss the idioms that are unique to their cultures and share a few specific examples of cultural sayings.\n\nRegister online.\n\n2020-21 Youth events calendar. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/the-evolution-of-language/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/language.png ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Worth Youth International":MAILTO:paige@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200923T195654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T172544Z UID:18031-1603994400-1604008800@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Reggio Emilia 35th Anniversary Celebration DESCRIPTION:To commemorate the 35th anniversary of the original signing of sister city agreements between Reggio Emilia\, Italy and Fort Worth\, Texas\, USA on Oct. 29\, 1985\, join us at the Coyote Drive-In for a special viewing of the Italian Job (2003). Before the movie starts\, hear from Mayor Betsy Price and Mayor Luca Vecchi as they salute this exciting milestone.\n\nGates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. It is recommended to arrive at least 60 minutes early to avoid lines\, get a good spot\, relax with some food and a drink before the shows\, and watch the sunset.\n\nAnd\, in celebration of our 35th anniversary with Reggio Emilia\, the 35th car to arrive and check in will receive a special gift all the way from Italy! URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/reggio-emilia-35th-anniversary/ LOCATION:Coyote Drive-In\, 223 NE 4th St.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76164\, United States CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/italy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20201028T194846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T203329Z UID:18078-1605621600-1605625200@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Cultural Competency Training Workshop DESCRIPTION:IT’S NOT ALL ABOUT YOU: Cultural Competency Here and Abroad\n\nYou will learn about:\n\n Other cultures\, how they communicate\, and how they operate\n The difference between protocol and diplomacy\n Improving and expanding international business relations\n Persevering in difficult situations\n Getting the most value out of your travels\n Creating a welcoming experience for people of other cultures\n Becoming more culturally competent and appreciative of other cultures\n\n\nWant to attend? Cultural competency training is free to those who belong to the Members Circle of Giving. Not yet a member? Join today! Eligible members\, please RSVP here. Non-members can register at the link below.\n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/cultural-competency-training-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events,Members Circle Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/global-leaders.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20201028T190518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T203248Z UID:18071-1607436000-1607439600@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:The Return of the Dragon DESCRIPTION:CHINA’S CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES POST-COVID\n\nIn partnership with\n\n\nJoin us to hear Dr. Carrie Liu Currier\, Associate Professor and Chair of the Political Science Department at Texas Christian University\, speak from an expert’s perspective on politics in China. \n\nDr. Currier teaches courses in Asian politics\, comparative politics\, feminist international relations theory\, international relations\, and global political economy. Her research has generally focused on: 1) economic reform in China\, to understand how developing countries are adapting to the demands of globalization\, 2) China’s Foreign Policy with the Middle East\, examining both arms transfers and the pursuit of energy\, 3) China’s energy policy and pursuit of resources\, 4) China’s one child policy and its social implications\, and 5) the politics of entrepreneurship in Taiwan and China. \n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/return-of-the-dragon/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/china-today.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201213T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201213T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20201119T000328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T200431Z UID:18123-1607864400-1607868000@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Around the World DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from the youth board as they share holiday traditions from our sister cities and around the world! Friends from Toluca and Eswatini will also be present to share their holiday cultures and traditions. They will also share special holiday recipes from Mexico and Italy\, so join us to hear from them about how they are made. If you want to challenge yourself and attempt the recipes ahead of time\, here are the recipes for Italian Christmas cookies and tamales. Make them before the meeting and tell us about how yours turned out!\n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/holidays-around-the-world/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/christmas-around-the-world.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Worth Youth International":MAILTO:paige@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210226T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210210T162346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T195504Z UID:18240-1614362400-1614369600@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Chinese Dumpling Virtual Cooking Demo DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Hao & Dixya\, we are celebrating the Lunar New Year\, Year of the Ox\, and making jiaozi (Chinese dumplings). It is a virtual\, live\, and interactive class where we will make jiaozi with pork (vegetarian option) and chili oil. The registration includes a live demonstration with instructions\, a recipe packet\, and ingredients to make 4-5 dozen dumplings.\n\nRegister. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/chinese-dumpling-virtual-cooking-demo/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/dumplings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210701 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210126T200908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T143852Z UID:18194-1614384000-1625097599@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Virtual Cowtown Marathon DESCRIPTION: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! \n\nTeams 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.\n\nIt’s easy so join the fun! \n\nSister Cities Discount Prices\n\n Ultra – $90\n Marathon – $85\n Half Marathon – $75\n 10K – $35\n 5K – $25\n Relay – $200 per team (teams of 4)\n\n\nEmail beth@fwsistercities.org for Sister Cities discount codes.\n\nAll registrants receive a bib number\, t-shirt\, and instructions for how to ensure your race is captured virtually via running app.\n\nWhen 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].”\n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/cowtown-marathon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/running.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210228T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210201T190747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T210553Z UID:18209-1614517200-1614520800@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:All About Anime DESCRIPTION: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>\nRegister. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/all-about-anime/ CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/anime.png ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Worth Youth International":MAILTO:paige@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210122T222012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T203621Z UID:18183-1615903200-1615906800@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:International Speakers Series: Japan's Global Moment DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nWatch here. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/japans-global-moment/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/japan-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200828T191454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T223329Z UID:17966-1616522400-1616526000@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:International Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:Want to see how much you really know about the world? Join this virtual party and test your skills at international trivia!\nThere will be three rounds and each round has a theme:\n\n Round 1: Languages of the World\n Round 2: Culinary Delights\n Round 3: General Geography\n\nTeams 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.\nRegister today and we’ll send you all you need to know about how to play!\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/international-trivia-night/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/trivia-night.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210328T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210328T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210308T220004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T211548Z UID:18272-1616936400-1616940000@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Fort Worth Sister Cities International Alumni Panel DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nPanelists are:\n\n Ana Alba\, Domestic Violence Assistance Coordinator\, Women’s Institute of the City of Toluca in Mexico\n Joshua Cauthen\, Deputy Director\, Strategy Planning and Management\, External Affairs at Penda Health in Nairobi\, Kenya\n Carlo Capua\, Co-owner of The Meeting Squad and Locavore\n Danielle McCown\, Exchanges & Outreach Associate at Fort Worth Sister Cities International\n Mary Robinson\, Doctoral Candidate in Linguistics at New York University and Research Assistant in Sociolinguistics at Glasgow University\n Lindsay Wilson\, Director of Meetings at Verto Solutions in Washington\, DC\n Kristin Vinson Wright\, Coordinator of Career Services & Campus Mentoring Program at Tarrant County College\n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/fort-worth-sister-cities-international-alumni-panel/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Youth Leadership Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/ashley-danielle-and-amy-hiking.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210329T212851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T171705Z UID:18304-1619715600-1619726400@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Trier Night at Rahr DESCRIPTION:Raise a glass with us on April 29 at Rahr & Sons Brewing Company to celebrate Fort Worth’s partnership with Trier\, Germany.\n\nNick 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.\n\n20% of all taproom sales will go directly to Fort Worth Sister Cities International\, so join us and have a “bier”!\n\nRSVP to beth@fwsistercities.org to let us know you’re coming! URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/trier-night-at-rahr/ LOCATION:Rahr & Sons Brewing Company\, 701 Galveston Ave.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76104\, United States CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/beer-stein.png ORGANIZER;CN="Trier Committee":MAILTO:beth@fwsistercities.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210426T184753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T222527Z UID:18342-1621353600-1621357200@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Intercultural Etiquette & Protocol Training DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nYou will learn about:\n\n Becoming more culturally competent and appreciative of other cultures \nImproving and expanding international business relations\n Persevering in difficult situations\n Getting the most value out of your travels\n Creating a welcoming experience for people of other cultures\n\nRegister online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/intercultural-etiquette-protocol-training/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/experiencing-local-culture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210520T203525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T144426Z UID:18393-1623160800-1623164400@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Citizen Diplomacy & Human Rights DESCRIPTION:HOW DOES AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL FIT IN?\nJoin 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.\n\nWatch the livestream. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/amnesty-international/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/action-amnesty.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210602T165922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T145957Z UID:18444-1629999000-1630006200@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:Saké Sampling DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nBuy tickets. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/sake-sampling/ LOCATION:Sanders Travel\, 3550 Hulen St Ste A\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/sake-and-sushi.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210924 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20200915T213716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T192159Z UID:18003-1632355200-1632441599@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:North Texas Giving Day DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLast 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!\n\nJoin with others and help us reach our goal of $5\,000. Here’s how you can help:\n\n1. Get up and give on Sept. 23!\nDonate here. Not available on Sept. 23? No worries! Make your gift early between Sept. 1 and Sept. 22.\n\n2. Spread the word!\nSpread 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.\n\n3. Follow us!\nFollow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on North Texas Giving Day.\n\nDonate online. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/north-texas-giving-day/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/GRAD-TO-INDONESIA-615-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211004T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211004T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T172525 CREATED:20210913T142736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T173337Z UID:18537-1633366800-1633372200@www.fwsistercities.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Taking Control of Your Security With Confidence DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTONED. STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE.\n\nJoin us for our latest International Speaker Series on “Taking Control of Your Security with Confidence.” \n\nToday\, 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.\n\nRegister online.\n\nFind out more about the speaker. URL:https://www.fwsistercities.org/event/cyber-security/ LOCATION:UNT Health Science Center MET Building\, 1000 Montgomery Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States CATEGORIES:International Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fwsistercities.org/wp-content/uploads/cyber-security.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR