News from the Intercultural Centre

Guided tour of the Dark Truth

Gerðuberg Culture Center, Saturday the 18th of April at 2pm.
The Dark truth. Coal Miners of China. A guided tour with photographer Cinzia D'Ambrosi. The photo reportage exposes some of the working conditions in the world largest coal industry, an industry that is fuelling the “Economic Miracle” of China. Further information on www.gerduberg.is. Free admission!


Free Dental Clinic for children and youngsters

In the present economic situation, many families find themselves in financial difficulties. Sadly, experience shows that parents may be forced to economies on dental care and check-ups for their children. Government funding for children's dental care has been drastically reduced in recent years, and there is a grave risk that children and youngsters will experience dental decay and even discomfort in the present recession. Some may suffer permanent damage. Dentists have decided to give a helping hand to families affected by the recession, by offering free dental check-ups and treatment for children and youngsters. Families in financial difficulties are urged to seize this opportunity for free dental care for children and youngsters up to the age of 18. The Dental Clinic for children and youngsters is a joint undertaking by the Icelandic Dental Association and the University of Iceland Faculty of Odontology. The Dental Clinic will be open on the premises of the University of Iceland Faculty of Odontology, Tanngarður, on Saturdays 18 April, 9 May and 23 May, from 10.00 to 13.00. Appointments cannot be made, but arrangements are made to keep waiting time reasonable. Further information from the University of Iceland Faculty of Odontology, tel. 525 4850

A reminder of parent’s mornings in Breiðholt

International parents’ mornings are held weekly in the Intercultural Centre in Breiðholt. We welcome parents of all nationalities who have children at the age of 0-6 years, and who want to meet other parents with small children. We regularly offer a short Icelandic lesson for the parents and various other presentations. We provide refreshments along with toys for the children to play with. Participation is free and everyone is welcome, whether immigrants or Icelanders, and no knowledge of Icelandic is required.

Time: Tuesdays at 10.00-11.30.

Place: The Intercultural Centre in Breiðholt, Gerðuberg 3-5, 111 Reykjavík. For further information please call Kamilla at 863 3499 or e-mail to kamilla@ahus.is

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