ISGR PTA

Weeks 50 & 51 Dont miss this opportunity

to buy ISGR apparel!
ISGR T-shirts, sweatshirts and sports clothing will be available to order on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (13, 14, & 15 December) in Guldheden campus reception from 2 pm until 2.45 pm. A parents signature is required for confirmation of the order, but if you are unable to come into school and would like to make an order please email Wendy van Duijvenboode (wendy.vanduijvenboode@telia.com) direct BEFORE Thursday evening. These items are of good quality and make great gifts! For more information, please see the poster attached to this newsletter.

Corrections To Last Weeks Update

In last weeks update, an announcement about the Glgg Evening on 8 December was inc luded. Unfortunately, notification of its cancellation was rec eived after the news letter was already distributed. We offer our s incerest apologies for causing confusion and will attempt to make every effort to avoid a similar situation in the future. Also, a librarian at the Gtaberg Campus was unintentionally left out in the announcement about the librarians new blog. Along with Veronica and Louise, Mia also assists with the blog, which can

be found at: http://theunlimitedlibrary.wordpress.com/

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The relocation company WIN (West Sweden International Network) has graciously allowed us to share their monthly bulletins with the ISGR community. Please see the bulletin for December attached to this newsletter . ISGR International Cookbook
Starting in January 2012, we will begin collecting recipes. You will receive details regarding how to submit your favourite recipes after the Christmas holidays. Please see the poster on the ISGR International Cookbook attached to this newsletter. (Poster courtesy of Anjna Patel.) If you would like to help out with the cookbook, please contact Julie Romanski (julie.romanski@yahoo.com or 0738 566 700).

Upcoming School Events

Tuesday, 13 Dec Lucia celebration (in the morning). Parents are welcome to attend! Please

contact your childs classroom representative or advisor for more information.

W ednesday, 21 Dec Last day of school before

the break.
Tuesday, 10 Jan First day of school after the

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Some information about Weekly Recurring Events: Weekly Walks you are welcome to continue meeting until the week of the break; resumes Monday, 16 January English Club resumes Tuesday, 17 January International Choir resumes Thursday, 12 January
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The PTA would like to wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and fun holiday season. See you in the new year!

Scandinavian International Theatre School

Scandinavian International Theatre School (SITS) is an English speaking theatre school offering training in the performing arts to children between the ages of 6 and 16. All classes are in English and take place on Saturdays (10 am 1 pm) at ISGR, Gtaberg Campus. The course consists of Spring term and Autumn term running concurrently with the school year. Each session lasts for three hours during which time students attend classes in singing, dance and drama. Spring term runs from mid-January to May. Autumn term runs from late August to December. Spring term for 2012 begins 14 January. Please visit the SITS website for more information:

http://www.sits-kids.com/

Upcoming Events:
Event Name Monthly Coffee Date & Time

Morning

Friday, 16 Dec 8:30 10:00 am

**A coffee morning will typically be held every third Friday of the month** Friday, 13 Jan

Location da Matteo Caf & Bakery Magasinsgatan 17A 411 16 Gteborg 031 -130515

Comments Social Meeting

All parents are welcome to attend.

http://www.damatteo.se/ More details will be announced when available. Guldheden Campus Small Bamba More details will be announced when available. All parents are welcome to attend to discuss details for upcoming events, volunteer their time, and to suggest new ideas.
We value your input so please consider attending if your schedule allows. Thank Guldheden Campus Small

Monthly Parent Outing Monthly PTA General

Meeting

Wednesday, 25 Jan 8:30 10:00 am

**A PTA General Meeting will typically be held every fourth Wednesday of the

month**
Monthly Coffee

Morning

Friday, 27 Jan 8:30 10:00 am

**A coffee morning will typically be held every third Friday of the month**

you! Presentation & Discussion Meeting

Speaker will be announced when available. All parents are welcome to attend.

Bamba

Weekly Recurring Events:

Event Name Weekly Walks at Slottsskogen + Date & Time

(optional) fika at Villa Belparc

Mondays 9:00 am walk 10:00 am - fika

Location Meet at the Slottsskogen car park near Villa Belparc at 9:00

am

Comments We plan on walking for an hour, then if you have the time, going for coffee at Villa Belparc caf at 10:00 am. All parents are welcome to attend. Contact Julie Romanski (julie.romanski@yahoo.com or 0738 566 700) or Rachel Callander (trcallander@aol.com or 07223 76888 ). For parents who want to improve their English.
Contact Michele Steele (steele5@telia.com or 0703 685457) or Mary Bailey (mary.bailey@telia.com or 0707 694075 ).

English Club

Tuesdays 8:30 10:00 am

Guldheden Campus - Small

Bamba

French Club

Wednesdays 9:00 10:30 am

Christelles home (rgryte close to Liseberg)

For parents who want to improve their French. Contact Christelle Lemarchal (famille.lemarchal@club-internet.fr or 0702 092 361 ). Cost: 30 SEK per session (Note: Although we sing in the church, we are not a religious choir.)
Contact Michele Steele (steele5@telia.com or 0703 685457 ).

International Choir

Thursdays 9:00 am

Askims church (Askims kyrka)

SPORT CLOTHES SET 1 (T-Shirt & Shorts) - Art no: 160 - Sizes: 120, 140, 160, S, M, L, XL - 100% polyester - 6 colors (See below) - 260 SEK /set ALL SHIRTS HAS THE SPORTS CLUB LOGO

SPORT CLOTHES SET 2 (T-Shirt & Shorts) - Art no: 240 - Sizes: 120, 140, 160, S, M, L, XL - 100% cotton (T-shirt); 100% polyester (shorts) - T-Shirts 3 colors (Blue, Black and White) - Shorts 3 colors (White, Black and Blue) - 200 SEK /set - T-shirt: 120 SEK - Shorts: 100 SEK

ISGR T-shirts and Sweatshirts also available!

ISGR T-shirts, sweatshirts and sports clothing will be available to order on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (13, 14, & 15 December) in Guldheden campus reception from 2 pm until 2.45 pm. A parents signature is required for confirmation of the order, but if you are unable to come into school and would like to make an order please email Wendy van Duijvenboode (wendy.vanduijvenboode@telia.com) direct BEFORE Thursday evening. Thank you for your support!

COMING SOON your chance to be part of the

ISGR International Cookbook 2012

This will be a collection of recipes and tips from the teachers, parents and students of ISGR - a school fundraiser being co-ordinated by the PTA.

Recipes can be:

Traditional recipes from your home country Family favourites Family recipes from your mother/grandmother Recipes from your international travels Your childrens favourite meals Meals that are quick and easy to prepare Everyday meals or Special Occasion meals ANYTHING and EVERYTHING all ideas welcome
So please put your thinking caps on we will be collecting recipes starting in January 2012. You will receive details re: how to submit your favourite recipes after the Christmas holidays.

TheWINBulletin
From West Sweden International Network at the West Sweden Chamber of Commerce

December 2011

The winter is here and it is time to switch to winter tires!

Winter tires are required during the period of December 1st to March 31st if it is winter conditions. In the autumn of 2010 they banned studded tires on Friggagatan and Odinsgatan in Gothenburg. Vehicles equipped with studded tires must then choose another path such as Ulleviegatan instead. Control of the new rules will be conducted by the police regularly. Those who do not comply with the law will face a fine of 1000 SEK.

The snow has arrived in Gothenburg!

Dont forget that you need to shovel the snow and sidewalk/pavement up to 10 meters outside of your property line. If there is no sidewalk/pavement, you are responsible for 1.2 meters outside the property line. If this has not been done and someone falls in your responsibility zone, you can be held accountable. For more information please see goteborg.se, search `skotta sn then select other languages.

Special Events
The Lane of Light is the way to Christmas!
Making West Sweden Stronger
From the central harbour with its illuminated Wheel of Gothenburg, along the main boulevard Avenyn, to the glimmering magic of Liseberg, the Lane of Light is a total of 3 kilometre of festive magic. Combining innovative lighting design with a love of old-fashioned Christmas, the city architects and light designers are this year creating a unique atmosphere

The Premiere Show

9th of December, Gtaplatsen, 17.15
The premiere show offers a programme of entertainment including: Procession up to Gtaplatsen Lucia song played by the famous basist Magnus Rosn Crowning of Gothenburgs Lucia 2011 Gteborgs Gospel choir sings Christmas songs Anneli Hultn, Chairman of the Board for Gothenburg will speak and turn on the Christmas lights Showing of the Christmas film Bengt och Arnes Christmas from 2006

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Special Events
Crowning of Lucia and Concert
All over the years, Lucia and her procession have been spreading light and paying their respects to elderly people in the Gteborg area. The procession consists of Lucia, six women (Trnor) and three men (Staffan). The crowning of this years Lucia is on December 9th and it will start with a cortge from Gustav Adolfs Torg all the way to Gtaplatsen and then Liseberg, where the actual crowning will take place. A crowning concert will be held afterwards in Vasakyrkan.

Winter Wonderland
December 9-30, Open Daily
Bltespnnarparken is transformed into a tranquil Winter Wonderland where peace and warmth spread from the open fires. Magical aromas waft from the Christmas cabins. Enjoy hot chocolate, glgg, lussebullar, gingerbread biscuits or toasted almonds.

The Singing Christmas Tree

December 9-30, Open Daily, Bltespnnareparken Gteborg

A traditional Christmas atmosphere can be found half way along the Lane of Light. Choirs perform in the shape of a Christmas tree and there is a caf and an ice skating rink. Premire 9th December. The Singing Christmas Tree 2011 with Gothia Show Chorus, Hrlanda Chamber Choir.

Gothenburg Gospel and Lodolakren, showtimes:

Friday 9 / 12 18:15, 19:00 Gothia Show Chorus Saturday, 12/10 15:30, 16:30 Hrlanda Choir Sunday, 11/12 15:30, 16:30 Gothia Show Chorus Monday, 12/12 18:00, 18:45 Gothia Show Chorus Tuesday, 12/13 18:00, 18:45 Lodolakren Wednesday, 14/12 18:00, 18:45 Gothia Show Chorus Thursday, 15/12 18:00, 18:45 Hrlanda Choir Friday, 16/12 18:00, 18:45 Gothia Show Chorus Saturday, 12/17 15:30, 16:30 Hrlanda Choir Sunday, 12/18 15:30, 16:30 Hrlanda Choir Monday, 12/19 18:00, 18:45 Gothia Show Chorus Tuesday, 12/20 18:00, 18:45 Hrlanda Choir Wednesday, 21/12 18:00, 18:45 Gothenburg Gospel Thursday, 22/12 18:00, 18:45 Gothenburg Gospel Friday, 12/23 18:00, 18:45 Gothenburg Gospel Saturday, 24/12 no concert Sunday, 25/12 no concert Monday, 12/26 18:00, 18:45 Gothenburg Gospel Tuesday, 27/12 18:00, 18:45 Gothenburg Gospel Wednesday, 28/12 15:30, 16:30 Gothenburg Gospel

Performance times for ice shows:

Friday 9 / 12 at. 16:45 Kungsbacka Skating Club Saturday, 10/12 pm. 14:00 Kungsbacka Skating Club NOTE: Gbg Lucia 14.30) Sunday, 11/12 pm. 15:00 Kungsbacka Skating Club Monday, 12/12 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club Tuesday, 13/12 Nothing in Bltespnnarparken Wednesday, 14/12 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club Thursday, 15/12 pm. 17:00 Kungsbacka Skating Club NOTE: Gbg Lucia 17.30) Friday, 16/12 pm. 17:30 Norrby Skating Club Saturday, 17/12 pm. 15:00 Norrby Skating Club Sunday, 12/18 pm. 15:00 Gothenburg Team and Figure Skating Club Monday, 12/19 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club Tuesday, 12/20 pm. 17:30 Gothenburg Team and Figure Skating Club Wednesday, 21/12 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club Thursday, 12/22 pm. 17:30 Gothenburg Team and Figure Skating Club Friday, 23.12 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club Saturday, 12.24 Nothing in Bltespnnarparken Sunday, 12.25 Nothing in Bltespnnarparken Monday, 26.12 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club Tuesday, 12.27 pm. 17:30 Mlndal Skating Club

Making West Sweden Stronger

Special Events
The Christmas film on Gtaplatsen
December 9-30th
Weekdays: 17.30, 18.00, 18.30 Weekends: 16.30, 17.00, 17.30 Watch the Christmas film projected onto the 1500 square metre faade of the Gothenburg Museum of Art. The Christmas film will be shown about three times a day. It premieres on the illumination ceremony of the Gothenburg Christmas City, Decemeber 9.

Multimedia Show

The facades around Harry Hjrnes plats will dramatically change character several times a day as the square becomes the scene for a multimedia 360 experience from December 9 to 31. People passing by will see the buildings change as images and patterns are projected on the facades accompanied by music and sound effects.

Heden ice rink

November-March, Heden
The Ice rink in the city centre is open for public skating almost every day during the winter season. Price Adults and children from 8 years: SEK 25 Children under 7 years: Free admission Discount with Gothenburg City Card

Santa at NK

Meet Santa at NKs Child department on the 4th floor.

Friday 9: 15.00-18.00 Saturday 10: 12.00-16.00 Sunday 11: 12.00-16.00 Friday 16: 15.00-18.00 Saturday 17: 12.00-16.00 Sunday 18: 12.00-16.00 Monday 19: 13.00-18.00 Tuesday 20: 13.00-18.00 Wednesday 21: 13.00-18.00 Thursday 22: 13.00-18.00 Friday 23: 13.00-18.00 Whilst there, do not forget to look at the wonderful Christmas window display.

Making West Sweden Stronger

Special Christmas Tours Wheel of Gothenburg

The Wheel of Gothenburg is located on Kanaltorget, next to the Opera House and lvrummet. Step onboard one of the glass-enclosed gondolas and let yourself be taken on a 60 meter high round trip with a spectacular view of the city. After the New Years eve the wheel will be moved to Liseberg. Opening hours Dec 131: every day 11.0021.00 Closed Christmas Eve. Tickets Adults SEK 95 Children SEK 60 Children under the age of 4 have free admission.

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Special Events
Paddan Christmas Tour
Sightseeing and excursions, Kungsportsbron Gteborg
Winter sightseeing in Gothenburg! Take the Paddan boat out to the Christmas market at Liseberg where millions of small lights twinkle in the dark. On board you will be served steaming hot mulled wine and gingerbread cookies. The tour has an entertaining guide and play joyful Christmas music. Price: Adult: SEK 195 Children 6-11 years: SEK 97.50 Children 0-6 years: Free Free admission with Gothenburg City Card

Christmas City Sightseeing Train

Sightseeing and excursions, Bltespnnarparken, 41136 Gteborg

Starting and stopping at the Winter Wonder Land in Bltespnnarparken, the sightseeing train takes you on a 20 minute ride through the lighted Christmas Gothenburg. The tour is guided in part mixed with atmospheric Christmas music. Free admission with Gothenburg City Card

Christmas Markets in December: Christmas at Liseberg

Until December 23
Almost five million twinkling lights will welcome you. Youll find around 80 cabins and shops at Liseberg, packed with everything that makes Christmas special. Visitors can enjoy beautiful art and crafts made from wood, wrought iron, glass, textiles and ceramics in a warm and cosy atmosphere.

www.liseberg.com Making West Sweden Stronger

Traditional Christmas market at Kronhuset

Until December 11, 11.00-16.00
Welcome to a traditional Christmas market at the old City Hall (Kronhuset), which is the oldest official building in Gteborg. Experience the full Christmas regalia with the smell of mulled wine, spruce and candied almonds in the air and market sellers in traditional costume - just like in the old days.

www.kronhusbodarna.nu

Christmas in Nordstan
Until December 30
Get ready for a lovely Christmas market selling hand-crafted gifts. Young designers, wood crafts, wrought-iron goods, leatherwork, jewellery, knife-makers, leather clothing, vagabond crafts, textile work and much more.

www.nordstan.se

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Special Events
Christmas in Haga
www.hagashopping.nu December, 10-11 and 17-18 between 10.00-16.00
The charming district of Haga holds a popular Christmas market. Wander along cobblestone streets, soak up the traditionalChristmas atmosphere as you browse the market stalls along the festively-decorated main street - Haga Nygata.

Gustav Adolfs Torg

Weekends Until December 19
Traditional Christmas market at the marketplace at Gustav Adolfs Square. On Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00-16.00

School of Deisgn and Crafts annual Christmas Market:

Kristinelundsgatan 6-8 Friday December 9: 16.00-19.00 Saturday 10: 11.00-17.00 Sunday 12: 11.00-17.00

www.hdk.se

International Network
Next&Now English
For Next&Now English Members
Making West Sweden Stronger
We wish to invite you, our International employees to be part of our established Chamber of Commerce Next&Now events. For the past 10 years, the Next&Now events have been gathering up to 600 executives in the region over a mingle lunch with an inspirational speaker and then followed by discussion groups. Until recently these events have been in Swedish. As Gothenburg is full of International companies. We will be running Next&Now events in English in order to bring together Swedes working internationally with International assignees who want to expand their network whilst learning more about companies and business ways here on the West Coast of Sweden. This is a perfect opportunity for you to meet others, discuss business and how it affects the region, your company and you as an individual. You will walk away wiser and connected to more and more key players each time. Upcoming Next&Now English events: 24th of Februrary 2012 7th of March 2012 | Between us with Tom Johnston, CEO SKF 27th of April 2012 14th of September 2012 16th of November 2012 There are 40 places available to each Next&Now English. During 11.30-13.30 there is networking lunch. An Inspirational Speaker then gives a short presentation prior to being divided into smaller groups for a round table discussion. If you wish to be a part of Next&Now English, email: malin.lundvall@handelskammaren.net Or call 031-83 59 36

OPERAS & MUSICALS

WHATS ON
SPECIAL EVENTS TOSCA Until Feb 9, Gteborgs Opera
Tosca is a fiery opera of contrasts and the plot is that of a thriller. It is about the singer Floria Tosca, head over heels in love with the artist Mario Cavaradossi, and the police chief Scarpia, who wants Tosca. The historical background was the explosive time around 1800 when Napoleon crossed the Alps into Italy. Puccini composed the work when he was at the height of his creative power and the work was premiered in 1900. This new production is set in a magnificent part of Italy between two world wars.

Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera Until January 22, Gteborg Museum of Art
Gothenburg Museum of Art presents for the first time in Sweden, an exhibition of the art worlds most written-about artist couple, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. The exhibition shows some thirty major works from both artists production from the Natasha and Jacques Gelman Collection of Modern Mexican Art. Entrance: SEK 100 Free admission up to the age of 25 years. Date: Sunday 23 October 2011 to Sunday 22 January 2012

Cin Franais

Every Wednesday until Dec 14, Hagabion

For those who love the world of cinema, you have the chance to enjoy films in French in the winter darkness. Swedish and English subtiles. More information at www.hagabion.nu.

SPORTS

EXHIBITION
MUSIC & DANCE Swedish Elite League in icehockey: Frlunda Indians - Lule HF
December 11, Scandinavium Experience the atmosphere in the Scandinavium as the largest hockey crowd in Sweden is cheering the Frlunda Indians to the playoffs. Ticket information: Ticnet.se och Got Event biljett tel. 031- 81 10 20.

Making West Sweden Stronger

Deep Purple and Orchestra Dec 10, Scandinavium

Since the late sixties, Deep Purple has been the band that has remained in peoples hearts with hit songs like Highway Star, Smoke On The Water, Speed King, Hush, it is easy to see why Deep Purple is such a great band as they are.

Jan Lf - Image maker Until January 22, Gteborg Museum of Art

Jan Lf is one of Swedens most prominent drawers and illustrators, whose classic comics Felix (1967-1973) and Ville (1975-1976) have inspired a generation of comic creators. But it is perhaps his childrens books that have made him a household name.

FOR THE KIDS

Nordic Award in Textiles 2011 Until Feb 26, Museum of Textiles, Disney On Ice Bors January 13-15, Scandinavium Scandinavias largest textile prize, The
Nordic Award in Textiles at SEK 250 000, goes this year to the Icelandic artist Hrafnhildur Arnardttir for her innovative work with human and synthetic hair. Since 1994 Hrafnhildur lives and works in New York where she among other things has made hair sculptures to pop star Bjork and influenced Lady Gagas spectacular hairstyles.
Visit the citys tourist website for a great list of things to do in town:

Christmas with Nordic Tenors and the Neumann Strings 2011 Dec 20, Gothenburg Concert Hall
In Christmas with Nordic Tenors and the Neumann Strings 2011 you will find traditional christmas carols, through american classics, to surprising musical Christmas gifts.

www.goteborg.com

Disney on Ice invites you to a fairytale trip! Princesses and heroes are ready to take you on great adventures! The tiny Tinker Bell takes you to the most exciting moments of the classic Disney tales of Snow White, Cinderella, Mulan, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine and the Sleeping Beauty. At Disney on Ice Princesses & Heroes, you will see many, many beautiful and courageous Disney Princesses and heroes at the glittering ice and experience the magic where dreams come true.