Event | “Yakishime” – Exhibition of Japanese Ceramic Artwork Dating to 12th Century
Visit the Watkins College of Art between June 5-30 to experience “Yakishime – Earth Metamorphosis,” an exhibit of Japanese objets d’art — ceramics dating from the 12th century, on display for the first time in Nashville.
Event | “Yakishime” – Exhibition of Japanese Ceramic Artwork Dating to 12th Century
Visit the Watkins College of Art between June 5-30 to experience “Yakishime – Earth Metamorphosis,” an exhibit of Japanese objets d’art — ceramics dating from the 12th century, on display for the first time in Nashville.
Mark Your Calendar | Talk to the Author of “Behind the Lines of Jihad” | Jun 13
Mark your calendar so you don’t miss this exciting opportunity to talk with Souad Mekhennet about her experiences confronting radical militants from ISIS and Al Qaeda to tell the story in her book “I Was Told To Come Along: My Journey Behind The Lines of Jihad.”
Talk to the Author of “All Measures Short of War” | May 25
The World Affairs Councils of America provides a monthly special program called “Cover to Cover” that features interactive phone conferencing with authors of global affairs related books. We thank them […]
You’re Invited – Sister Cities of Nashville “Ramen Showdown!” | May 1
Get your ramen on Monday, May 1st as Sister Cities of Nashville raises awareness of its programs and for its sister city, Kamakura, Japan. Top chefs complete with their “limited edition” ramen. Enjoy!
You’re Invited – Geographic Visionary Award Luncheon | May 10
You’re invited to the inaugural Geographic Visionary Award Luncheon on May 10. Show your support for “geography literacy” and appreciation to leaders in this field, and network with community leaders.
You’re Invited – Geographic Visionary Award Luncheon | May 10
You’re invited to the inaugural Geographic Visionary Award Luncheon on May 10. Show your support for “geography literacy” and appreciation to leaders in this field, and network with community leaders.
Global Town Hall on the Middle East More Timely Than Ever | Apr 17
More trouble in the Middle East? Join the World Affairs Council for a town hall on April 17th at Belmont University featuring distinguished diplomat Ambassador Ronald Schlicher and career intelligence officer LCDR Patrick Ryan who will share invaluable insights and perspectives on Middle East affairs.
It’s Japan Week in Nashville | Don’t Miss the Cherry Blossom Festival Saturday
Saturday will be perfect weather for taking in the Cherry Blossom Festival at Public Square. The Cherry Blossom Walk starts at 9am.
Global Town Hall | Exiled Journalist Talks About Turkey’s Unraveling Democracy | Mar 29
Turkey is in the midst of a crackdown that threatens its democracy and has presented a new face to its friends and allies that challenge the traditionally strong US-Turkish partnership and its NATO participation. Join us for a conversation with distinguished Turkish journalist Mahir Zeynalov on March 29th for hard to come by insights and perspectives on this hot topic.