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 Charlotte Family Opens Their Home
Adam Bernstein, his wife Tammy Seigel and their two teenage children, pictured at right, have a keen interest in international people, issues and culture. That's why the Charlotte natives take the opportunity to experience the world when it comes to their hometown. International House gave the Seigel-Bernstein family this chance last summer when they hosted a student from Iraq in their home. The Iraqi guest, a teenager named Ibrahim, stayed with the family for over a week. Mr. Bernstein describes the experience as "well worth it and a lot of fun." One of the highlights was a two-day trip to Charleston where Ibrahim saw the ocean for the first time and was enthralled with the experience. For their part, the Seigel-Bernstein's were fascinated by the chance to get a glimpse of another country through the eyes of someone who lives there. "We got a lot out of this experience," Mr. Bernstein says. He encourages others to become home hosts with the "idea that you'll learn a lot." International House has many opportunities for home hosting - like the ones listed below - throughout the year. If you're interested in learning more, contact Lara Printz at lprintz@ihclt.org. |
Host an International Guest 
International House offers you the opportunity to play an important role in citizen diplomacy, like the Seigel-Bernstein family, by opening your home to an international guest. The Seigel-Bernstein's children are pictured here with Ibrahim, their guest from Iraq.
Over the next few months, we have several groups visiting from around the globe, and we are in need of volunteer home hosts. As a home host, you have the opportunity to experience a different culture by allowing one of our visitors to stay with you and your family.
Home Hosting Opportunities
We are seeking families with high school students to host student ambassadors from Germany and Iraq this spring and summer:
International House welcomes ten high school students and one educator from Germany April 5 - 10.
Ten high school students and one educator from Iraq will visit Charlotte in July. More details will be available soon.
We are also looking for home hosts for the following professional groups:
Guests from the Ukraine will come to Charlotte from April 27 - May 16 to learn how to develop a hospice system in their country. For this group we will have two sets of home hosts - one from April 27 - May 7 and one from May 6 - 16.
A group from Azerbaijan will be in Charlotte from May 7 - 15 to study community development.
Responsibilities of home hosts include providing transportation to and from International House in the morning and afternoon, arranging for breakfast and dinner for your guest, showing your guest around Charlotte and making him or her feel welcome and at home.
To find out more about becoming a home host, contact Lara Printz, Program Director, at 704-342-2247 or lprintz@ihclt.org. |
A Children's World of Play
On Saturday, May 22nd, International House will host "A Children's World of Play" from 12 - 3 p.m. at ImaginOn. This free event teaches children about the games, music and traditions of other countries. They will play Spanish BINGO, observe traditional Hebrew dances and a Chinese dragon, read books about faraway places and learn that play transcends all cultures. Sponsorship opportunities are available. If you're interested in supporting "A Children's World of Play," contact Beverly Grant-Turner at bgrant@ihclt.org. If you'd like to participate or assist with the event, contact Lara Printz at lprintz@ihclt.org.
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Doorways
Our international women's group, Doorways, will meet on Wednesday, April 7 at 10 a.m. at International House. This month's presenter is Scott Falconer, Graduate Gemologist, G.I.A. from Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems, Ltd. Scott's topic concerns what's in your jewelry box collecting dust and what to do about it. All women are invited to join this dynamic, fun group! |
April Book Club
The International House Book Club meets Monday, April 19 at 7 p.m. at International House. The reading selection is a novel entitled "Bliss," by O.Z. Livaneli, an author from Turkey. |
International Summer Camps
Want to give your child an unforgettable summer camp experience with an international flair? International House is offering two opportunities this year. The first is a Spanish immersion camp coordinated by The Language Academy of the Carolinas. The dates are July 12 - 16 from 9 a.m. until noon for kids aged 6 - 8 and July 19 - 24 from 9 a.m. until noon for kids aged 9 - 12. Cost is $175 per child. Contact The Language Academy at 704.548.0048 to register. We are offering the second summer camp, "Around the World in 5 Days" in two sessions; July 5 - 9 and July 26 - 30 from 9 a.m. until noon. This camp is suitable for children aged 5 - 12, and the cost is $150 per child.To register, contact International House at 704.333.8099. |
Please Give
International House relies on the generosity of our supporters. Will you consider making a tax-deductible contribution to our programs and services? To give, click here or send a check to International House at 322 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte, 28204. Thank you!
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