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Hey everyone

Our family is planning to vacation in Costa Rica next month.

Whoever knows something about great places to go and things to do-adventurous-and places to avoid please reply. My email is zimzim9@..., phone 214.649.3637 cell.

Muchas gracias!

Gary Zimny

Solomon Islands, '77-'80

#727

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tue Jul 10, 2007 1:56 pm
Subject: Adopt-a-highway , 7/14/2007, 9:00 am

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Adopt-a-highway

Date:		Saturday July 14, 2007
Time:		9:00 am - 10:30 am
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 3 days, 3 minutes.
Location:		Front of Blue Mesa Grill
Notes:		7700 Northwest Highway (at SW corner of US 75), Dallas Contact Brynne at 972-650-1647

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#728

From: "chapinr75081" <chapinr@...>
Date: Wed Jul 11, 2007 6:08 pm
Subject: Saving International Surface Mail

chapinr75081

From:   John Turnbull <jat123@...>
To:  NPCA Group Leaders <groupleaders@...>
Subject:  Fw: Saving Int'l Surface Mail
Date:  Tue, 10 Jul 2007 18:38:05 -0600
Hello PC Groupleaders,    I hope groupleaders will Fwd this to their
membership, with encouragement to add their names and comments.  The
Postal Service has provided us the opportunity to express ourselves
concerning this recent decision, and we shouldn't waste the
opportunity afforded us.  Background was sent out earlier by RPCV
Virginia Pulver, and basically has to do with eliminating inexpensive
international surface mail, by which all textbooks and printed
material have traditionally been shipped,  in favor of faster air mail
-- at three to four times the cost.  The comments that have been
recorded here are inspiring.   Click link below.    John Turnbull
Santa Fe   New Mexico Peace Corps Assoc.

Subject: Saving Int'l Surface Mail

Hi Everybody,

Great news !  Our national petition to the US Postal Service passed
3,000 today.  The distinction of no. 3,000 goes to RPCV Betsy Brunstad
(location unknown).  Thanks also to our own Christine, Greg, Anne,
Cynthia, Anita, Robin, Erika, Peggy, Karen, Rita, Leah, Emily,
Jennice, Dawn, and many others who can't be identified. It seems that
the women have swept the field on this one.

Replies come from many different people, and from places as diverse as
South Africa, Malawi, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Israel, and
England. Keeping the supply of school textbooks, medical texts, &
cetera coming to schools and hospitals in developing countries is an
international concern.

The Postal Service examines our petition daily and wants to know what
you think, so if you haven't recorded you name and comment, please
join the team.  Click http://www.petitiononline.com/zikomo/petition.html

Thanks again,   John Turnbull    Santa Fe

#729

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Fri Jul 13, 2007 2:03 pm
Subject: Adopt-a-highway , 7/14/2007, 9:00 am

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Adopt-a-highway

Date:		Saturday July 14, 2007
Time:		9:00 am - 10:30 am
Location:		Front of Blue Mesa Grill
Notes:		7700 Northwest Highway (at SW corner of US 75), Dallas Contact Brynne at 972-650-1647

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#730

From: "Ed & Maria Hromatka" <hromatka@...>
Date: Thu Jul 19, 2007 1:27 am
Subject: SOS from our member Regarding -- Electrician

e_hromatka

JoAnn Matray left our Steering Committee in May to be a PCV in Guyana. Can somebody help her along?

----- Original Message -----

From: JoAnn Matray

To: Ed and Maria hromatka

Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2007 3:14 PM

Subject: Electrician

Here I am in Guyana with 2 mins left on the internet! Was wondering if any of our PCVs is an electrician? I am assigned to a school with a generator for the computers since there is no electricity some of the time. We can't get it all to work.. Know anyone who can help??

#731

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Fri Jul 20, 2007 5:01 am
Subject: Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's, 7/24/2007, 12:00 am

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's

Date:		Tuesday July 24, 2007
Time:		12:00 am - 1:00 am
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 3 days.
Location:		Gloria's in Addison
Notes:		Gloria's, 5100 Beltline Rd Addison We will try to have outdoor seating; there is usually live music there. For more info, see https://gloriasrestaurants.com/home.php Contact Ed at 214-564-7201

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#732

From: Ed Hromatka <e_hromatka@...>
Date: Fri Jul 20, 2007 5:28 pm
Subject: Re: [N Tx Peace Corps] Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's, 7/24/2007, 6:30 PM

ed_hromatka

Of course, the time should be 6:30 PM, not 12:00 AM.


> Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's
> Tuesday July 24, 2007
> 6:30 PM -- 8:00 PM
> (The next reminder for this event will be sent in 3
> days.)
> Location: Gloria's in Addison
>
> Gloria's,  5100 Beltline Rd  Addison

> We will try to have outdoor seating; there is
> usually live music there.  For more info, see
> https://gloriasrestaurants.com/home.php
> Contact Ed at 214-564-7201



Best wishes,

Ed & Maria Hromatka
972-722-5254 - Home
214-564-7201 - Cell
214-767-2169 - Ed's Work

#733

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Fri Jul 20, 2007 11:27 pm
Subject: Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's, 7/24/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's

Date:		Tuesday July 24, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 3 days, 4 minutes.
Location:		Gloria's in Addison
Notes:		Gloria's, 5100 Beltline Rd Addison We will try to have outdoor seating; there is usually live music there. For more info, see https://gloriasrestaurants.com/home.php Contact Ed at 214-564-7201

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#734

From: "Steve" <sdownes@...>
Date: Tue Jul 17, 2007 4:14 am
Subject: Help!

downes

Hey Peace Corp folks. I think maybe that our groups have a lot in common. We are both interested in making the world a better place. I suppose many of you were overseas doing your part to effect this change. I totally admire that you guys did that it’s awesome.

I’m doing my part by trying to arrange for kids from some of those same countries the opportunity to come to the US and attend high school and live with an American family. I firmly believe that the best way to permanently fix the problems of the world is to ‘convert’ the youth in those countries that hate us and they will bring a whole new attitude back home with them. When we get enough of these kids thru this program things WILL improve.

My problem is 2 fold. First I have the high schools restricting the number of exchange students they will take. (don’t ask me why) then I can’t find host families willing to take in one of these precious kids for the school year.

I would greatly appreciate anyone who would visit my website listed below. There you can learn about the YES program for Muslim country students and the FLEX program for students in the former Soviet countries.

Please help; I’ll guarantee that in the end you will find it a very rewarding experience.

Thanks

Steve

AYUSA Global Youth Exchange
Stephen Downes || Regional Director

Phone:972 625 2911; 1888-805-5634

Cell:972 897 3290 Fax: 469 252 4022
Email: sdownes@...
Web: http://ayusa.sjdownes.org

#735

From: "Ed & Maria Hromatka" <hromatka@...>
Date: Sun Jul 22, 2007 10:02 pm
Subject: Photos from the pool party that Tim Chaney hosted

e_hromatka

Have you seen the photos from the pool party that Tim Chaney hosted in June? Click on this web address: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/North_Texas_Peace_Corps/

and then click on "Photos" on the left column. It is listed as "Peace Corps Pool Party, June 2007."

As the photos verify, Tim was a terrific host, his house and pool are gorgeous, and everyone had a great time.

By the way, the links on the bottom of that web page is where new subscriber can enroll or old ones inscribe.

We hope to see you on Tuesday evening at Gloria's in Addison for Happy Hour. Remember to try the papusas and Salvadorian tamales -- not at all related to Mexican tamales.

#736

From: "Ed & Maria Hromatka" <hromatka@...>
Date: Sun Jul 22, 2007 10:34 pm
Subject: Vacancies Filled and Happy Hour Suggestions Needed.

e_hromatka

1) At the 7/2/07 North Texas Peace Corps Association meeting of the Steering Committee, the motion was made and approved fill these vacancies in the Steering Committee as follows:

Gary Zimny as Facilitator;
Gillian Grant as Secretary; and
Kathy Carson as Assistant Treasurer

Congratulations and a big thank you to all three.

2) We would like your suggestion on where to go on future Happy Hours. A fun place with good beer and wine prices are the major requisites.

Best wishes,

Ed Hromatka
Acting NTPCA Secretary

972-722-5254 - home
214-767-2169 - work
214-564-7201 - cell

#737

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Mon Jul 23, 2007 11:26 pm
Subject: Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's, 7/24/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Monthly Happy Hour at Gloria's

Date:		Tuesday July 24, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:		Gloria's in Addison
Notes:		Gloria's, 5100 Beltline Rd Addison We will try to have outdoor seating; there is usually live music there. For more info, see https://gloriasrestaurants.com/home.php Contact Ed at 214-564-7201

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#738

From: "Ed & Maria Hromatka" <hromatka@...>
Date: Tue Aug 14, 2007 2:53 am
Subject: Fw: Int'l Surface Mail Petition Approaches 5,000 !

e_hromatka

From: John Turnbull

To: NPCA Group Leaders

Sent: Saturday, August 11, 2007 3:11 PM

Subject: Int'l Surface Mail Petition Approaches 5,000 !

Hello PC Groupleaders,

A couple messages sent earlier had asked Groupleaders to Fwd this to their membership, with encouragement to add their names and comments to this Int'l Surface Mail petition. As of today, 11 Aug 07, the total signatures has risen to 4,500, a remarkable number considering that almost none stand to gain anything personally from it. Purely a wish for a better world, in the Peace Corps tradition, and a plea to the gov't to assist.

I would ask you all to send this reminder out again, since it seems each time (to maybe four times) elicits another round of signatures and comments. I would like to see the petition exceed 6,000. It is probably the single most valuable thing we can do to support the current efforts of the NPCA Advocacy Program (Jonathan Pearson), and our non-PC associates. Later, hopefully, there will be hearings in Congress, and the need to contact Senators and Representatives. I am told that the attitude of congressional staffers is very positive, and flattering of our humanitarian concern. There is reason to be optimistic.

It basically has to do with the US Postal Service decision to eliminate inexpensive international surface mail, by which all textbooks and printed material have traditionally been shipped, in favor of faster air mail -- at three to four times the cost. This single decision has virtually eliminated many teaching, literacy, and library programs sponsored by serving PCVs, and a surprisingly large and varied number of OTHER efforts, including hospitals, health training, environmental protection, and wildlife preservation, all over the world. It is shocking the number of admirable efforts, PC aside, which have been demolished as a result of this one gov't decision. But the Postal Service has provided us the opportunity to express ourselves concerning this decision, and we shouldn't waste the opportunity afforded us. Click http://www.petitiononline.com/zikomo/petition.html

Several organizations, lead by Shannon Brown, Friends of Malawi, and Michael Quint, Books for Israel, have begun a web-site addressing the issue. Access it at

M-Bags-subscribe@yahoogroups.com There is a lot of informed discussion here.

This is a noble effort, if ever there was one. It sends a message far greater than simply the issue of mail; and that being that there are MANY Americans who continue to adhere to the vision of John F Kennedy and the founders of the Peace Corps, that patient work toward understanding among peoples, and the effect of education, ultimately is the only path to world peace. This was the vision of authors William Lederer and Eugene Burdick, a half century ago, whose writings were the inspiration for the Peace Corps itself. Right now, more than ever, Washington needs to hear this.

I think now is the time for these thoughts about peace to reemerge, as an alternative to roadside bombs, murder, hate, and mass carnage. This petition furthers that. One little candle above a sea of darkness.

Best regards to all, John Turnbull Santa Fe New Mexico Peace Corps Assoc

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#739

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sat Aug 25, 2007 11:26 pm
Subject: Monthly Happy Hour, 8/28/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Monthly Happy Hour

Date:		Tuesday August 28, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 2 days, 4 minutes.
Location:		Ginger Man
Notes:		Ginger Man 2718 Boll St, Uptown (1 block west of McKinney Ave) Dallas

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#740

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Mon Aug 27, 2007 11:26 pm
Subject: Monthly Happy Hour, 8/28/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Monthly Happy Hour

Date:		Tuesday August 28, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:		Ginger Man
Notes:		Ginger Man 2718 Boll St, Uptown (1 block west of McKinney Ave) Dallas

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#741

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thu Sep 6, 2007 11:27 pm
Subject: Steering Committee Meeting, 9/10/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Steering Committee Meeting

Date:		Monday September 10, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 3 days, 4 minutes.
Location:		Borders Book Store
Notes:		Lover's Lane at Greenville Ave, Dallas

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#742

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sun Sep 9, 2007 11:26 pm
Subject: Steering Committee Meeting, 9/10/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Steering Committee Meeting

Date:		Monday September 10, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location:		Borders Book Store
Notes:		Lover's Lane at Greenville Ave, Dallas

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#743

From: "rideaqhtoday" <rideaqhtoday@...>
Date: Thu Sep 13, 2007 7:09 pm
Subject: An Evening with the Peace Corps Director

rideaqhtoday

You and a guest are invited to a presentation by Ronald A. Tschetter
the third director in the history of Peace Corps to serve as a
Volunteer (India, 1966-1968).

Monday, October 1, 2007
7 p.m. � Reception
7:30 p.m. � Director's Presentation
Bath House Cultural Center
521 E. Lawther Drive
Dallas, Texas 75218

Seating is limited.  Please RSVP early by sending an e-mail to
rsvp@....

The Bath House is located on the eastern shore of White Rock Lake at
the end of Northcliff Drive off of Buckner Blvd.  Transit to the
Bath House via East Lawther Drive is blocked off. Please access the
center from Northcliff Drive off of Buckner Boulevard.

Bath House Cultural Center Gallery Features Democratic Republic of
Congo:  The Forgotten War

During the reception, you are invited to enjoy the Bath House
Cultural Center's gallery featuring photographs from the Democratic
Republic of the Congo depicting the work of the international
humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/M�decins Sans
Fronti�res (MSF).  The extraordinary images shed light on the
suffering of the Congolese people as they struggle to survive a war
that remains virtually invisible to the outside world.

#744

From: "rideaqhtoday" <rideaqhtoday@...>
Date: Thu Sep 13, 2007 9:17 pm
Subject: Ethiopia Volunteers

rideaqhtoday

Did you serve in Ethiopia?  If so, please notify Shannon Borders,
Dallas Peace Corps Public Affairs Specialist, at
sborders@... or 214-253-5418.  Peace Corps is reopening the
Ethiopia program in October, and we are looking for people who are
willing to share their experience with the media.

Thank you!

#745

From: "chapinr75081" <chapinr@...>
Date: Tue Sep 18, 2007 2:24 pm
Subject: Hearts & Hammers 2007

chapinr75081

Hearts & Hammers 2007
Saturday, September 22, 2007

Hearts and Hammers works with the City of Dallas to identify
homeowners who need assistance to keep their homes' exteriors within
city code.  H&H gathers materials, volunteer teams and resources, each
team chooses a house and does the needed-and much appreciated
work-once a year on workday.

This year we are in South Dallas.  Our N. Texas Peace Corps
Association house is located at 3167 E. Ledbetter Dr., Dallas 75216.
Our homeowner is Hattie Lee Moore, 82, and her 60 year old son Willie
lives with her.  Mrs. Moore and Wille have lived in the house for over
20 years, and are very appreciative for our volunteer assistance.

The work the house needs is straightforward and much needed-scrape,
paint, replace rotted wood, build a handrail, etc.  We will need a
full crew of 20-25 folks, and if you feel you don't have any technical
skills please come because you will learn on the job and have a
fulfilling time.

What to bring:  3 EMPTY GALLON PLASTIC JUGS, 2  4" PAINTBRUSHES,
scrapers, any painting stuff you have, sunscreen, a hat, beverages (no
beer), your toolbox, broom, hearts, rags, hammers, circular saw,
LADDERS, yard tools and lots of elbow grease.  I am your captain this
year, please call me to sign up and ask any other questions.

Directions:  Take I-35 south to I-30 east to I-45 south, or Central
Expy. south through downtown Dallas to I-45 south.  After about 3
miles exit Loop 12/Ledbetter and go west (right). Go right at the
third street, Haas Dr., then left on E. Ledbetter.  The house will be
on the right in the first block
Gary Zimny
Solomon Islands, 1977-80
214.357.8337 home; 214-649-3637 cell; zimzim9@...

#746

From: "rideaqhtoday" <rideaqhtoday@...>
Date: Tue Sep 18, 2007 2:45 pm
Subject: Peace Corps Celebrates Ethiopia Reopening with Director Tschetter

rideaqhtoday

You and a guest are invited to share in the launch of the newest Peace
Corps program in Ethiopia.  On October 5, 38 health, business and
information technology Volunteers will depart for training in Addis
Ababa, Ethiopia to help fight the HIV/AIDS epidemic.  Returned
Volunteers will share their experiences from the early programs, and
the Peace Corps Director will share insight into the Volunteers'
work.  An Ethiopian lunch will be available for $15 per person.

Tuesday, October 2
Kereje Ethiopia Restaurant
7015 Greenville Ave., Ste. 300
Dallas, TX  75231
12-1 p.m.

Space is limited.  Please RSVP by Thursday, Sept. 27 by sending an e-
mail to rsvp@....

#747

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed Sep 19, 2007 5:59 am
Subject: Hearts & Hammers, 9/22/2007, 12:00 am

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Hearts & Hammers

Date:		Saturday September 22, 2007
Time:		All Day
Location:		3167 E. Ledbetter Dr., Dallas
Notes:		Hearts and Hammers works with the City of Dallas to identify homeowners who need assistance to keep their homes� exteriors within city code. H&H gathers materials, volunteer teams and resources, each team chooses a house and does the needed-and much appreciated work-once a year on workday. This year we are in South Dallas. Our N. Texas Peace Corps Association house is located at 3167 E. Ledbetter Dr., Dallas 75216. Our homeowner is Hattie Lee Moore, 82, and her 60 year old son Willie lives with her. Mrs. Moore and Wille have lived in the house for over 20 years, and are very appreciative for our volunteer assistance. The work the house needs is straightforward and much needed-scrape, paint, replace rotted wood, build a handrail, etc. We will need a full crew of 20-25 folks, and if you feel you don�t have any technical skills please come because you will learn on the job and have a fulfilling time. What to bring: 3 EMPTY GALLON PLASTIC JUGS, 2 4� PAINTBRUSHES, scrapers, any painting stuff you have, sunscreen, a hat, beverages (no beer), your toolbox, broom, hearts, rags, hammers, circular saw, LADDERS, yard tools and lots of elbow grease. I am your captain this year, please call me to sign up and ask any other questions. Directions: Take I-35 south to I-30 east to I-45 south, or Central Expy. south through downtown Dallas to I-45 south. After about 3 miles exit Loop 12/Ledbetter and go west (right). Go right at the third street, Haas Dr., then left on E. Ledbetter. The house will be on the right in the first block Gary Zimny Solomon Islands, 1977-80 214.357.8337 home; 214-649-3637 cell; zimzim9@...

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#748

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed Sep 19, 2007 3:38 pm
Subject: New file uploaded to North_Texas_Peace_Corps

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Hello,

This email message is a notification to let you know that
a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the North_Texas_Peace_Corps
group.

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#749

From: "Shannon Borders, Public Affairs Specialist" <rideaqhtoday@...>
Date: Mon Sep 24, 2007 8:10 pm
Subject: Director's Oct. 1 Event Full-Reserve Seats for Oct. 2 Event

rideaqhtoday

All of the seats for the Peace Corps Director's event on Oct. 1 are
reserved!!!

We are also having an event with the director on Oct. 2 (details
below).  RSVPs must be submitted by THURSDAY, SEPT. 27 in order to
place the food order.  The Ethiopian lunch is available for $15.
Reservations should be sent to rsvp@....

Peace Corps Celebrates Ethiopia Reopening with Director Tschetter
Tuesday, October 2
Kereje Ethiopia Restaurant
7015 Greenville Ave., Ste. 300
Dallas, TX  75231
12-1 p.m.

Best regards,
Shannon

#750

From: "Ed & Maria Hromatka" <hromatka@...>
Date: Tue Sep 25, 2007 1:00 am
Subject: Happy Hour -Tuesday September 25 at Flying Saucer in Addision

e_hromatka

As you read in your newsletter, our next Happy Hour on Tuesday, September 25 at Flying Saucer, 14999 Montford Drive in Addison. We'll gather, as usual, around 6:30 PM.

They are famous for their about a zillion brews and their UFO club. Their web site is http://www.beerknurd.com/.

(In October, we'll return to Happy Hours on Thursdays.)

#751

From: "Ed & Maria Hromatka" <hromatka@...>
Date: Wed Sep 26, 2007 12:47 am
Subject: Rio Bravo, Mexico volunteer trip at Thanksgiving

e_hromatka

(This is the charity started by the Austin RPCVs after Hurricane Gilbert. Rio Bravo is about 25 miles from McAllen. It is like being back in the Peace Corps for four days. Open to non-RPCVs as well; in fact, non-PCVs are now the majority. There is also an annual spring break trip. Ed)

We're starting to plan the next service trip to Rio Bravo, Mexico. Hope you can join us! Departing Thanksgiving morning Nov 22, returning late afternoon Sunday Nov 25. Mark your calendars.

Our pre-trip meeting will be Sunday afternoon, November 4 to brief folks on what's happening currently with the program in RB, and match folks up with jobs, rides, and roommates.

If you're even thinking about going, shoot a reply to this email so we can keep you in the loop.
Let us know when was the last time you went to RB (if applicable) if you think you'll need a ride or be able to take riders (besides yourself)- shared gas costs if you plan to bring a friend/relative/ other person/people how in/definite you are about coming. Also if you have special skills (Spanish, carpentry, computer, teacher, scientist etc) or interests. Or needs.

Work:

This time (for those interested in hob-knobbing a bit) we'll be pairing some volunteers or pairs of volunteers up with translators (local English Teachers) to do science demonstrations or to take kids on some field trips. We'll also need some creative folks to occupy some children with games so they stay out of the hair of those doing construction. Construction this time will be installing vent fans and sheetrocking at the Community Center (Casa de Katie), and some repairs. For the techies, we'll also be repairing some sick computers.

Costs:

Participation fee ($45 this time) will include a t-shirt, dinner in a restaurant Saturday, and ensure food at lunchtime Fri and Sat. It also includes a donation to the project to cover materials. Plan on sharing costs of about 55 gallons of gas- total for down and back at 20 mpg. Sharing $40 hotel room cost. Buying - lunch in US on way down and way back. -Dinner on Thursday in Mexico (might be provided via local community potluck) -Breakfast each day.

Bring either a Drivers License or Passport for ID returning to US. You do NOT need a passport yet to go by car.

Questions? Email juliaforee@... or robforee@...

#752

From: "Shannon Borders, Public Affairs Specialist" <rideaqhtoday@...>
Date: Wed Sep 26, 2007 2:24 pm
Subject: Special Invitation to Peace Corps Director's Virtual Presentation

rideaqhtoday

You are invited to an online presentation by Ronald A. Tschetter the
third director in the history of Peace Corps to serve as a Volunteer
(India, 1966-1968).  Hear his stories from the field and gain insight
into the global Peace Corps programs and initiatives.

Tuesday, October 2 @ 2:30 p.m. (CDT)

Go to the following web site to register for the event.
https://peacecorps.webex.com/peacecorps/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=686028130

Once you have registered for the meeting, you will receive an email
message confirming your registration. This message will provide the
information that you need to join the meeting.  If you have questions
about the event, please contact Shannon Borders, Public Affairs
Specialist, at sborders@... or (214) 253-5418.

#753

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sat Sep 29, 2007 12:15 am
Subject: Evening with the Peace Corps Director, 10/1/2007, 7:00 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Evening with the Peace Corps Director

Date:		Monday October 1, 2007
Time:		7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 1 day, 23 hours, 59 minutes.
Location:		White Rock Lake Bath House
Notes:		If you have RSVP-ed and have a confirmned (but free) reservation, please meet Ron Tschetter, RPCV/India and ciurrewnt PC Director, at 521 East Lawther Drive, Dallas

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#754

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Mon Oct 1, 2007 12:16 am
Subject: Evening with the Peace Corps Director, 10/1/2007, 7:00 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		Evening with the Peace Corps Director

Date:		Monday October 1, 2007
Time:		7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location:		White Rock Lake Bath House
Notes:		If you have RSVP-ed and have a confirmned (but free) reservation, please meet Ron Tschetter, RPCV/India and ciurrewnt PC Director, at 521 East Lawther Drive, Dallas

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#755

From: North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tue Oct 2, 2007 11:27 pm
Subject: International Dinner for Peace Corps Partnership, 10/6/2007, 6:30 pm

North_Texas_Peace_Corps@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		North_Texas_Peace_Corps Yahoo! Group

Title:		International Dinner for Peace Corps Partnership

Date:		Saturday October 6, 2007
Time:		6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 2 days, 4 minutes.
Location:		Carl Youngberg's house, 309 Waterview Drive, Richardson
Notes:		Come prepared for the delicious cuisine of our members in an enjoyable setting in rooms with a Waterview. Tickets for the dinner are $15 per person with advance reservation by Wed. October 3rd. Tickets at the door at $25. To make a reservation before October 3, please email gilliangrant@... or call Ed at 214-564-7201. Don't forget to bring your favorite salsa as well for the salsa tasting before the dinner and any alcoholic drinks. All proceeds are for the Peace Corps partnership program.

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