seoul things to do in may 2011

8/7/2019 Seoul Things to Do in May 2011

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Making Lotus Lantern

As the Buddhas birthday is coming on May 10, the Yeoksam Global Village Center isorganizing an event for making lotus lantern on May 3.

The lantern has the meaning of brightening our mind and the act of Lotus Lantern

Making itself is also prayer for the happiness of the whole world. The experience of

Lotus Lantern Making is calming and a wonderful moment for reflection about yourown sincere wishes and also a chance to carry your own lantern in the mini parade.

Feel and experience 1000 year-old traditional Korean Culture! Please attain your

Buddha-hood by lighting a 'Lotus Lantern' in your mind.

If you want to register for this event, please email us [email protected]

your name, nationality and mobile number.

Details:

Date & Time: May 3 (Tue) 2011, 13:00~15:00

Fee: 3,000 won

Place: Yeoksam Global Village Center

Seat: 12 persons

Directions: Gangnam Station, Subway line 2, exit 1, 10min walk, Walk straight from the exit,

Turn right at the first traffic light, Walk straight 500m, Next to the BMS building, Yeoksam 1

Culture Center, 5F

If you need further information, please contact us directly by phone at 02-3453-

9038~9 or by e-mail at [email protected].
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Coming of Age Ceremony

The Gangnam District Office is organizing an event for coming of age that

celebrates the day of becoming an adult.

The coming of age day is celebrated in different ways around the world, and it falls

on Monday of the third week of May in Korea. Turning 19 years old (or 20 at the

most) means the beginning of the transition into adulthood, and you will be granted

the full rights of an adult, such as the right to vote.

If you are between the ages of 19 and 24, join our coming of age ceremony whichwill be held on May 7th. You will be able to try traditional Korean costumes and

experience the ceremony as celebrated in the traditional way.

Details:

Date & Time: May 7 (Sat) 2011, 10:00~12:00

Place: COEX Plaza in front of the East Gate

Seat: 10 seats available

If you need further information, please contact us directly by phone at 02-3453-9038~9 or bye-mail at [email protected].
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Seoul Friendship Fair 2011

Held under the theme of Meeting and Sharing of the World, and Unity, the Seoul

Friendship Fair 2011 serves as a venue where traditions and cultures from all around

the world converge. This international culture festival features performances by

invited overseas performers, an international school childrens painting exhibition, a

world food court, a traditional folk art exhibition, street events, diverse performances,

and much more.

Details:

Date: May 7 ~ 8 (Sat~Sun) 2011, 12:00~18:00

Location: The Seoul Plaza, Mugyodong-gil and the surrounding area

Host: Seoul Metropolitan Government

Theme: Meeting and Sharing of the World, and Unity

Website: www.seoulfriendshipfair.org

Directions: Gwangwhamun station, subway line 5, exit 5/ City hall station, subway line 1 or 2,

exit 4

Event Introduction:

Information fair

Performances by performance troupes from foreign cities

World food court and traditional folk art exhibition

International school childrens painting exhibition and awarding of prizes

World costumes experience

Pinwheel photo zone

Writing messages of hope for the world

Music Caf

Street art exhibition

Grand unity gathering
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Join us for a Sports Day

You and your family are invited to a Sports Day organized by Gangnam district office.

The Yeoksam Global Village Center is hosting an event for foreigners to enjoy sportsgames with local residents.

This will be a great opportunity to mingle with local residents and experience Koreanliving culture. Please bring your traditional costumes to share your culture with localresidents. Feel free to bring your family and friends and let us know of your

availability in advance.

For further questions or to register, please contact the Yeoksam Global VillageCenter at 02-3453-9038~9 or email to [email protected].

Details:

Date & Time: May 14 (Sat) 2011, 12:30~14:30

Meeting place: Guryong Station, exit 4

Meeting time: 12:15

Directions:

Bundang Line, Guryong Station, exit 4,

19 minutes away from Subway line 2, Gangnam station

5 minutes away from Subway line 2, Seolleung station
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Volunteer at St. Marys Hospital

Volunteer at St. Marys Hospital with the Yeoksam Global Village Center!

On Saturday, May 21 from 10:00 to12:00, the volunteer group will pay its 15th visit toSt. Marys Hospital in Gangnam to help with the preparation of medical kits andspend time with young patients.

Those of you who have interest in music, magic, arts or different recreation to sharewith children are welcome to join us!! (No prior experience required)

Please join us and get involved in your local community. For those who would like toparticipate in this activity, please send an email to [email protected] yourname, nationality, contact number and hobby.

Details:

Date & Time: May 21 (Sat) 2011, 10:00~12:00 Meeting time: 9:30

Meeting place: at Caf Angelo, on the 1st floor of Gangnam St. Marys Hospital

Seat: limited to 15 persons

Directions:

Express Bus Terminal Station, Subway lines No. 3 or 7, exit 4, Behind the Central CityBuilding (a five-minute walkfrom the station)

If you have any questions, please contact the Yeoksam Global Village Center at 02-3453-9038/9 or email [email protected].
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Making Jjim Dak (Simmered Chicken) &Spicy Squid Salad

The Yeoksam Global Village Center is hosting a Korean cooking class on Friday,May 24.

Jjim Dakis chicken simmered in soy sauce with vegetables. Jjim dakwhich is mildlyflavored in soy sauce is called Andong Jjim Dak. It is originated from the cityAndong, Gyeongsangbukdo, and now is enjoyed anywhere in Korea.

Ojinguh cho muchim (spicy squid salad) is boiled squid mixed with a sour, sweetand spicy sauce. Ojinguh means squid, and boiled squid tastes good whenseasoned in the hot red pepper paste and vinegar dressing with vegetables. Ojinguhcho muchim is served cold as a salad-type of dish.

For those interested in the activity, please send an email to [email protected]

with your name, nationality and phone number.

Details:

Date & Time: May 24 (Tue) 2011, 10:30~12:30

Fee: 5,000 won

Meeting time: 10:15

Meeting place: Chungmuro Station, Subway lines 3 or 4, exit 7

Seat: 15 persons

If you have any questions, please contact the Yeoksam Global Village Center at 02-3453-9038~9 or email [email protected].


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Exploring National Museum of Korea

Collection Tours from Silla to Joseon Dynasty

& Traditional Crafts Workshop

The Yeoksam Global Village Center and the National Museum of Korea is hostingthe Exploring the National Museum of Korea program for international residents inKorea to help them understand and enjoy the essence and originality of Koreastradition and culture in a more effective and interactive way.

An English-speaking guide will take participants to the permanent exhibition hall of

the museum where you can appreciate the Korean history and culture under the

theme of Collection of Three Kingdoms period, with the guidance of the museums

professional docent. After the tour, there will be a crafts workshop about making

bronze mirrors.

For those interested in the activity, please send an email to [email protected]

with your name, nationality and phone number.

Details:

Date & Time: May 27 (Fri.) 2011, 14:00~17:00

Fee: 3,000 won

Meeting time: 13:40

Meeting place: Ichon Station, Subway line No. 4, exit 2

Seat: 15 persons

If you have any questions, please contact the Yeoksam Global Village Center at 02-3453-9038~9 or email [email protected].

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