Party Time for December 2, 2009

December 16, 2009

Japan
Hundreds of guests filled the ballroom of the Cheateau Laurier on Dec. 9 to celebrate the birthday of Japanese Emperor Akihito.

Quilt of Belonging
The main hall of the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat was adorned last week with the Quilt of Belonging. A gigantic work of art symbolizing Canada’s ethnic diversity, it has travelled from sea to sea to sea and was in Ottawa the evening of Dec. 8.

Kenya
Kenyan High Commissioner Simon Nabukewsi hosted a party to celebrate his country’s 48th birthday on Dec. 10 at the Château Laurier.

December 9, 2009

U.A.E
Revellers packed the United Arab Emirates’ swanky new embassy Dec. 2 to celebrate the country’s national day.

Dutch Drinks
Dutch Ambassador Wilhelmus Geerts opened the doors of his residence Nov. 30 for a well-attended Christmas party.

Goodbye Kate!
A tony crowd packed the Rideau Club Dec 4. to bid a fond farewell to New Zealand High Commissioner Kate Lackey.

Finland
Always a holiday season favourite, the Finns celebrated their national day Dec. 6 with a party at the ambassador’s residence.

Chopin
The France and Polish embassies hosted a concert Dec. 2 featuring the music of Chopin.

Thailand
Known for offering scrumptious delicacies, the Embassy of Thailand didn’t disappoint at their national day party Dec. 3.

World Cup
Many a soccer enthusiast stopped by the Chateau Laurier Dec. 3 where the South African High Commission hosted a reception to showcase the draw for matches at the 2010 World Cup.

Taiwan
The representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office hosted a farewell party on Dec. 2 for two of his staff who will be returning to Taiwan.

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