Seminar Series
All seminars are educational and aim at fostering the exchange of experiences as well as community building.
The tuition per seminar is $29 for individuals and $49 for couples. We will serve drinks and snacks after each seminar for those who like to mingle and discuss the topic further. For more information and registration please click on the seminar title you are interested in.
Expecting in NYC
Date: Wednesday, June 13th, 2012, 8-10PM
Location: Simple Studios, 134 W 29th Street, 2nd Floor
Speaker: Gabi Hegan
Description: Save yourself hours of phone calls and online research by attending one of our “Expecting in NYC” seminars. We go over the most common concerns regarding birth and life as new parents. Take this opportunity to meet other German-speaking parents in the NYC area with similar due dates. They may be your closest new friends and best source of support once the baby has arrived!
Language: German (or English, depending on audience)
Living Abroad with Children - Accompanying Third Culture Kids
Date: Wednesday, June 27th, 7-9PM
Location: Country Day Nursery School, 82 Prospect St, White Plains
Speaker: Barbara Hüfner-Kemper
Description: Leaving your home country, growing up abroad, and returning back to the country of origin confront parents and children with big challenges. Learn about ways to deal with these challenges, and about psychological needs of Third Culture Kids.
Language: German
The "Other" Planned Parenthood: Wills, Trusts & Guardianship
Description: What happens if my child is a U.S. citizen, but we, the parents are not, and something would happen to us? What are the tax implications if my spouse passes away while we are living in the US and we don't have a trust to protect our estate? These are just some of the questions that will be answered in this seminar that should not be missed!
Language: English
WESTCHESTER
Date:Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012
Location: Country Day Nursery School, 82 Prospect Street, White Plains
Speaker: Alison Arden Besunder
MANHATTAN:
Date:Wednesday, October 10th, 2012
Location: Simpe Studios, 134 W 29th Street, 2nd Floor
Speaker: Alison Arden Besunder
UPCOMING SEMINARS:
Nutrition - Myths & Truths
Alternative Medicine in New York - Know your Options
Taxes - What you need to know as an Expat, Emigrant and Dual Citizens
The Agony of Choice: Private or Public?
From Nurseries to Preschools and Elementary Schools in New York
IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS:
Are you an expert in a field you think might be of interest to our community? Do you have any ideas or suggestions for additional seminars? If yes, feel free to contact us!