PROGRAM
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ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION:
Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus
2211 R Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008
Website: http://www.cyprusembassy.net
Program Title: EU Open House at the Embassy of the Republic Cyprus, May 8, 2010
Program Description: Leaflets on the history, culture, tourism and cuisine of Cyprus. Short documentaries on its history and culture. Tasting of the traditional Cypriot Halloumi Cheese and soudjouko, made of grape juice and almonds.
Closest Metrorail/Metrobus: Dupont Circle
EU Open House program fully Handicap (wheelchair) accessible: No
Embassy of Denmark
3200 Whitehaven Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008-3683
Website: http://www.ambwashington.um.dk/en
Come and celebrate the Danish embassy’s 50th anniversary. Tour the first modern and carbon-neutral embassy residence in Washington, DC, and learn about our architecture and design heritage. Discover why Denmark is so successful in living green, test your bicycle skills on our obstacle course, sample Danish food and play with Legos. A day in the name of family fun!
Embassy of France
4101 Reservoir Road, NW
Washington, DC 20007
Program Description: Come visit France! Enjoy the day with our famous, historical figures—Relax on our café terrace with Rochambeau, sip coffee with Lafayette and indulge in decadent pastries with Napoleon! Tantalize your taste buds with one of our exquisite four-course lunch prix-fixe menus highlighting regional French cuisine! Partake in our embassy’s green activities: green movies and re-discover one the greenest modes of transportation! A très bientôt! Three time slots available for lunch at the Embassy of France - Details : WWW.HouseOfFranceDC.org .
*Family-Friendly Celebration of European Unity, German Culture, Food and Music at the German Embassy During the EU Open House Day on Saturday, May 8*
The German Embassy is offering great entertainment for the whole family at the EU Open House event on Saturday, May 8. While the kids test their skills at the soccer kick, get their faces painted or let off steam on the moon bounce, the adults can take a 10-minute crash course in German, become an Embassy "spokesperson of the day" on video or take a tour of the Ambassador's residence. Under this year's joint theme "Green Europe: Good for the Economy and the Environment," the German Embassy will offer films, an exhibition on renewable energies, and eco-friendly give-aways. Visitors will also have a chance to ride the "energy bike" and earn prizes for generating electricity with their pedaling. Besides this special focus, visitors will get to know the Embassy better through a stimulating blend of information, activities and entertainment. Traditional and contemporary German music will help to work up an appetite for bratwurst, pretzels, soft drinks, beer and other German goodies. The food will be available for purchase. The German Embassy is located at 4645 Reservoir Road, NW. Find more details online at www.Germany.info/openhouse.
Embassy of Italy
3000 Whitehaven Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008
Website: http://www.ambwashingtondc.esteri.it/ambasciata_washington
Program Title: “Green Mobility: the Evolution of Transport”
Program Description: “Green Mobility: the Evolution of Transport” featuring Italian excellence: a revolutionary new bicycle wheel invented by Professor Ratti; bicycles by Montante Cicli, Piaggio’s MP3 Hybrid scooter; the new electrical FIAT 500, which will be manufactured in the US; a video illustrating the ecological High-Speed Rail system in Italy; and admire a paper flower installation by world-renowned artist Andrea Mastrovito.
EU Open House program fully Handicap (wheelchair) accessible: Yes (NB: There is an error on this information in the brochure.)
Netherlands - Residence of the Ambassador
2347 S Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008
Website: http://www.netherlands-embassy.org/
Program Title: Self-guided tours of the Residence of the Dutch Ambassador
Program Description: The public is invited to come and view paintings by 16th and 17th Century Dutch Masters on display at the Residence of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United States. The neo-classical Residence is home to tapestries and paintings by such Dutch Masters as Jan van Goyen and Abraham Storck. Maximum capacity: 3000 for the duration of the event.
Closest Metrorail/Metrobus: Dupont Circle
EU Open House program fully Handicap (wheelchair) accessible: Yes
Embassy of the United Kingdom
3100 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
Website: http://ukinusa.fco.gov.uk/en/
Program Title: Britain on Your Doorstep: Showcasing the Best of Britain
Program Description: Come see what Britain has to offer by visiting our bazaar and the Ambassador's renowned Residence Gardens. Upon landing on our doorstep, you will find a taste of Britain catered by Union Jacks British Pub and MacAllan Whisky, garden talks by UK garden expert Andrea Wulf, arrangement demonstrations with the Ambassador's floral designer and see what orchids are blooming in the Ambassador's greenhouse; a salute to the UK-US armed forces partnership; eco-friendly displays such as wind turbines and solar panels; child-friendly activities such as facepainting, making cards for troops and voting in an election; and entertainment provided by the British School, Trunk Munkees, and MadLantic. Special this year: The British Embassy will be selling British Embassy t-shirts to raise funds for Azalea Charities and British Army Benevolent Fund of America wounded warriors.
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