Friends of South Africa in Mid-TN

Dr. Workman's African Art Collection

2011-07-15T09:19:00.001-07:00

On Saturday July 9th a small group from the "Friends of South Africa" group visited with Dr. Workman. He showed us his vast collection of African art. He had some exquisite Shona pieces as well as artwork from central Africa. The vast majority of the sculptures were, however, from West Africa. This is understandable as the sculptural tradition from West Africa goes back a 1000 years. Most of the pieces were carved out of wood and many had been used in rituals and dances.

Dr. Workman started his collection when he was about seven years old and has primarily bought from traders. He has also visited Africa and showed us a portfolio of photos that he accompanied with fascinating stories that brought many of the sculptures and artworks to life.

Christmas Party

2010-12-13T07:08:00.000-08:00

Thanks to everybody that came to our Christmas Party. Our African Market Market hosted massage, a travel service company, South African meat products (boerewors, bilong, and droewors), South African candy (fudge and crunchies), novelty items, and jewelry! Almal het lekker gekuier!

Acting Opportunities

2010-10-17T12:47:00.000-07:00

Talented at acting? First week of November "O'Salvation Cine" is shooting a movie in Nashville. They're casting for two South Africans: Older male and a young man of about 20 years old. They must have authentic South African accents. Please contact Charle-Marie at:
charles-marie.anthonioz@agnesb.fr

Braai

2010-07-01T05:22:00.000-07:00

There's an upcoming braai hosted by June and Ray White. RSVP is by evite: http://www.evite.com/pages/invite/viewInvite.jsp?inviteId=RZILGFYNUEXOGIQOXZJK&li=iq&src=email

SOCCER WORLD CUP PREVIEW PARTY

2010-05-31T11:47:00.000-07:00

We're planning on having a braai this Sunday in the Owl's Creek Park in Brentwood from 12-4pm. This will be our moment to celebrate the World Cup. Soccer balls, soccer team colors, soccer spirit is what it's going to be about. Please come and join the fun!

"CALL OF THE WILD" Weekend Getaway for FoSa

2010-05-23T05:24:00.000-07:00

Hallo Friends

I found a perfect spot for a weekend getaway for all of us. I'm testing the waters to see who would be interested in camping with us. There is a house with 15 bunk beds on the property, but also a beautiful area for pitching a tent.

We can roast a pig/lamb/ox...but I'll need helpers and volunteers.

We can "sokkie"/dance in the evening if someone can help me organize music.

I'm thinking Labor Day Weekend....let me know if you may be interested!!

Fees: $25 per adult, $15 per kid sleeping in the house. $40 per family sleeping in a tent. Space in the house is limited...first come first serve.

Or $10p/p if you just want to come and hang out for the day and not spend the night.

Brighton Beach Memoirs

2010-05-20T08:01:00.000-07:00

I bought tickets to see Daniel play in the "Brighton Beach Memoirs" on Saturday. I'll blog about it afterwards. Next weekend is the last weekend it will be showing. You can get tickets online from http://www.boilerroomtheatre.com/

Cricket

2010-05-12T08:56:00.001-07:00

Who went to the cricket match on Sunday? Please tell us how it went.

Flood Blog

2010-05-06T14:15:00.000-07:00

Please share any stories you have about the flood or contact us through our website if there is anyone that needs help.

2010-05-06T12:01:00.000-07:00

Don't forget the International Cricket game on Sunday: South Africa vs. England in Tennessee.

Floods in Nashville

2010-05-06T09:32:00.000-07:00

This week Friends of South Africa were helping flood victims with cleanup.

2010-05-06T09:11:00.000-07:00

Helping out with the flood damage yesterday!

2009-11-19T09:12:00.000-08:00

Today we're setting up the blog for our small group. Over the next 2 months we are planning to set up our website too. We already have a presence on facebook, it's called: Friends of Southern Africa.