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Discussing American Culture Workshop

SPECIAL APRIL  DISCOUNT!  FOR NON- STUDENTS INSTEAD OF 70 RMB IT IS 50 RMB AND FOR STUDENTS 35RMB. 

Every Thursday evening join us at Culture Yard for a discussion about modern issues concerning the ever-changing American culture.

A two-hour workshop hosted by Ariel Tudela, where he will lead discussions on topics such as immigration, eating habits, art and music icons. If you are interested in American culture and would like to get involved in an interesting debate then join Ariel to learn more about the way the United States has become what it is today.

This workshop is suitable for intermediate to advanced English learners and speakers. During the workshop you will have the chance to share your opinions amongst others and also discuss the differences between your cultural background to the US culture.

*Reservation required* 

When? Thursday evenings, 19:00 – 21:00

Location: Culture Yard, n.10 Shique hutong, Dongcheng Dist, Beijing – line 5 Beixinqiao exit C, walk left for 400 m.

**SPECIAL APRIL  DISCOUNT!  FOR NON- STUDENTS INSTEAD OF 70 RMB IT IS 50 RMB AND FOR STUDENTS 35RMB. **

Reservation? Reservation required as seats are limited (additional few seats will be saved for long term students)

please contact workshop@cultureyard.net or (86) 01084044166.

 


May Topics


DAC – Contemporary American Art

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Discussing American Culture – May 24th- Contemporary American Art

In this discussion, we learn about and examine the most modern of modern Art.  These artworks are based more on idea and communication than the beautiful or decorative ideas from the Art of the past. We see how contemporary artists explore and explain the modern world and today’s society in ways beyond that of painting, sculpture and the other traditional medias.

When: May 24th, 19:00 – 20:40        Price: 50 RMB non-CY students/ 35 RMB CY students         Where: Culture Yard, n.10 Shique hutong, Beijing


June Topics


DAC – American Road Trip

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road tripDiscussing American Culture - June 7th- the Great American Road Trip-

Driving across the country, discovering new states and towns has been an American tradition since the golden age of the automobile. Whether your planning or just dreaming of doing a roadtrip this workshop is for you.

When: June 7th, 19:00 – 20:40        Price: 50 RMB non-CY students/ 35 RMB CY students         Where: Culture Yard, n.10 Shique hutong, Beijing


 

DAC – Hippies

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hippiesDiscussing American Culture - June 14th- Hippies-

We’ll discuss and examine this youth subculture from the 1960′s and 70′s to see how they influenced music, fashion, and attitudes in this turbulent but beautiful decade.

When: June 14th, 19:00 – 20:40        Price: 50 RMB non-CY students/ 35 RMB CY students         Where: Culture Yard, n.10 Shique hutong, Beijing

DAC – Mad Men

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mad menDiscussing American Culture -June 21st- Mad Men-

This lecture is all about the contemporary, popular TV show that takes place in the early 1960′s and reflects the concerns and issues of the time as well as today’s world.

When: June 21st, 19:00 – 20:40        Price: 50 RMB non-CY students/ 35 RMB CY students         Where: Culture Yard, n.10 Shique hutong, Beijing

DAC – Bad Words

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bad wordsDiscussing American Culture - June 28th- Bad Words- (Not safe for kids!)

Learn the words your English teacher never wanted you to learn about! We’ll discuss and explain the “more popluar” bad words.

When: June 28th, 19:00 – 20:40        Price: 50 RMB non-CY students/ 35 RMB CY students         Where: Culture Yard, n.10 Shique hutong, Beijing

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6 Comments »

  • Arona Guo said:

    Hi,

    I am instresting in the topic. i want to know new events on it.

    Thanks
    Arona

  • Audrey said:

    Hey there, I am keen about your updates, pls add me to the maillist~

  • admin said:

    Hi Audrey,

    We have added you to our mailing list.

    See you at the yard.

    Ilya.

  • Lorraine said:

    Hi, Im interested in on Jan 19th! How can I know the detailed schedule for this event? and also, is there any new topics on during Spring Festival?
    Thanks!

  • Sam said:

    Hi Lorraine,

    I will reserve a seat for you on Jan 19th. Could you send an e-mail to contact@cultureyard.net with your e-mail and phonenumber so we can contact you in case of any changes.

    More details about this day you can find here & you can always check our calender on the right side of our webpage.
    Unfortunately due to a lot of students leaving Beijing during Spring Festival we will only hold 3 workshops in January.

    Stay tuned for February though!

  • Lorraine said:

    Thanks Sam! I sent the email, this is going to be the first time for me to participate in any Culture Yard events, I’m so excited!

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