Two Decades of Diversity: Global Connections Night 2023
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April 27th 6-8pm at Smith Middle School
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere do we Park?Parking is free at both the front and back entrances of Smith, but limited, so carpooling is recommended. Additional parking is available at Unity Center of Peace Church at the intersection of Seawell School and High School Road. Follow the sidewalk and signage to walk to Smith. Please DO NOT park at Chapel Hill High or Seawell Elementary.Is the event free?Yes! There is no fee to attend the event! Some exhibits, such as the Spanish Cafe, will be selling items. Bring cash if you would care to make purchases. The Food Trucks are NOT free.What about meal packing with Rise Against Hunger?The meal packing portion of the event with Rise Against Hunger is postponed until Fall 2023. Any donations made will be rolled over to the future event. Next school year, we will let you know when and how you can sign up to volunteer for the meal packing event. If your student will be moving onto high school next year, no worries! Everyone will be welcome at the Rise Against Hunger event Fall '23.Can we bring older/younger siblings, or other family members?Yes! This is a community event. All are welcome, regardless if they currently attend Smith. There will be lots of fun activities for children and adults of all ages.
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Event Program
Auditorium
6:30 Flag Ceremony: Students, Families and Staff
6:50 Bollywood Dance group: Student Dancers
7:00 Batala Durham Drum Ensemble
7:30 Bollywood Dance group: Student Dancers
7:35 Batala Durham Drum Ensemble
Main Hallway Attractions
Outside Auditorium: Make Your Own Flag: My Story is My Flag
Main Hall: Anti-Hate Speech Stained Glass
Library: Environmental Club Conservation Tips and Art Show/Contest
6th Grade Hall: Americas & Pacific Islands
Classroom 121 Hawaii
Classroom 123 Argentina
Classroom 136 Mexico
7th Grade Hall: Europe
Classroom 222 England
Outside Classroom 222 May Day Table $
Classroom 223 Lithuania
Classroom 235 Italy
Classroom 240 Jewish Culture
Classroom 241 Germany
Classroom 309 Romania
Classroom 310 The Netherlands
8th Grade Hall: Africa and Asia
Classroom 509 Vietnam
Classroom 513 Student Baking Competition
Classroom 522 India
Classroom 523 Kenya
Electives Hall: Cultural Cuisines
Classroom 411 Spanish Cafe $
Classroom 427 French Maison de Thé (Tea House) $
Classroom 424 Taste of Jamaica
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Global Connections Logo 23 by 8th grader Sophia Wang

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Food Trucks will be located in the back parking lot near the cafeteria
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- OMG Lemonade → Lemonade
- Irie Flavors → Jamaican Cuisine
- Burmese Hot Bowl → Burmese Cuisine
- Ta Contento → Mexican cuisine
- The Blue Window → Mediterranean Cuisine w/ vegan and vegetarian options
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If you need assistance finding an exhibit, check in with one of our friendly volunteers. There will be signs posted at the entrance to each hall and outside each classroom. Have a great evening!