journ11
From: Kuwait
9/17/2006 10:48 EST
I am a freelance writer, living in Salwa. I am from the US and while I love it here, I miss my book clubs and my female friends. I am slowly learning Arabic but not as quickly as I would like so if anyone can reccomend a good Arabic course in the area, I would really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
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scockcroftq8
From: Kuwait
9/17/2006 15:28 EST
The Aware Centre runs courses in Arabic. They are pretty intense, and they teach you to read and write Arabic. There are several levels. In the first month, you will be reading ...
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AWARE
From: Kuwait
9/18/2006 08:18 EST
AWARE Center- Advocates for Wester Arab Relations organizing social activities and information services related to western arab relation.
The AWARE Center offers Arabic classes on a regular basis, to register online log on to www.aware.com.kw.
And we have a monthly magazine knows as TOGETHER, which is going to be online by the end of this month, if you interested kindly contact Dr. Ebrahim Adsani at AWARE Center.
AWARE Center
5335260/80
info@aware.com.kw
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journ11
From: Kuwait
9/18/2006 08:58 EST
Hi, Thanks for the advice. I had read about the Ramadan course there and was very interested in that. I will definitely check into their language courses. I tried to do as much reading as possible about Kuwait and the Middle East before we moved here (as if I needed an excuse to buy more books! Thankfully, I have a very understanding husband, he doesn't seem to mind continually purchasing or building bookcases.). One of my biggest pet peeves is people ranting about how much they dislike a new place when they haven't attempted to learn about- or at least respect- the new culture and/or traditions. Ok, I am climbing down from my soapbox now.
I am enjoying Kuwait, I just need to socialize a little more. My computer doesn't do a lot of talking back.
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Ginelli
From: Kuwait
9/19/2006 13:14 EST
Hello,
For Arabic courses, try the AWARE Center (www.aware.com.kw)
As for book clubs you should check out Q8 books.com or something similar. It's a nice used bookstore in Kuwait City that might be able to help you.
Hope this helps!
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journ11
From: Kuwait
9/20/2006 06:51 EST
Thank your for the advice. I can't wait to visit Q8 books. Do you know if there are any poetry readings and/or book signings in Kuwait? Or volunteer opportunities that are book related? I started a book drive in the United States that delivers books to ill children in hospitals (I have a friend there who will continue the program in my absence. My book club there also helps out with it.)
I have taught ESL classes, read to the elderly, etc. I am going to take the AWARE classes to improve my Arabic and learn to read in Arabic but would also enjoy doing something that gives something back to my new community. Thanks again!
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Meshaar
From: Kuwait
11/8/2007 06:34 EST
Hi,
There is this Q8 book club. Can you tell me more about it. I would like to join a book club, if you know any let me know. Thanks.
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Meshaar
From: Kuwait
12/26/2007 17:46 EST
Yes- I have found one and will be joining it. If you are still interested i can give you more information.
did u attend aware arabic classes?
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abed
6/11/2008 03:50 EST
I moved to Kuwait few months back, and I am desperately looking for a book club. if you found any ,please contact me. Thanks
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palmaholics
8/14/2008 03:57 EST
Hi Journ11,welcome to Kuwait. I started abookclub few months ago, we r 6 members.email me so I can share more details with you.as for learning Arabic, I taught Arabic at CSU, would love to teach u,I'd like to practice my English myself.
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Meshaar
From: Kuwait
11/9/2012 15:55 EST
Hi..can u pls inform me more info about this bookclub as im interested in joining. Thanks
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amnaminhas
10/9/2013 09:40 EST
Hi, I just moved to Kuwait (living in Shaab) and am an avid reader. Looking to join a book club - any takers?
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