English Club on Extremes

Topic: Extremes 

Fun Fact of the Day: The capital of the state of Georgia, "the original name of the city of Atlanta was 'Terminus'" (theeconomiccollapseblog.com). 

Topic: 

1. What is the definition of the word, "extreme"? What is an "extreme"? Where do you often hear this word? What kinds of extremes often appear in our lives? What makes them extremes? Are they more often intentional practices or accidental encounters? 

2. Have you ever participated in something that is extreme? If so, what did you do and what were your impressions following this activity? Would you do this again in the future? Is there any other extreme activity you would like to participate in? Why so? 

3. Have you ever heard of the "extreme ironing" trend? What do you thinlc this means? What other extreme trends or activities can you think of? Would you participate in one of these extreme trends? In contrast, do you tend to avoid such extreme or sensational activities? Why or why not? 

4. Do you consider certain sports as extremes? How extreme are beach sports, for example (surfing, diving, kite or wind surfing, kayaking, etc.)? What is the most extreme sport you can think of? Would you ever try this personally? Why do people like extreme sports? 

5. Have you ever heard of "extreme eating" contests? What do you think they are and who tends to participate in them? Are these eating contests healthy or in direct contrast to healthy eating standards? Do you think shopping for food or eating in general can be "extreme" if it is not properly labeled or prepared? 

6. If you could initiate an extreme activity or trend, what would it be and why? Who would you involve in this process? What would be your expected results? Do you thinlc this would be risky or fun? How could you practically start this project? 

Schedule: Please put topic ideas in the Suggestion Box! 

Thursday, 03 January at 5:30- Holiday Party! Please bring some snacks to share!

Saturday, 05 January at 10:30

A Project "Great Reading" in Khmelnyts'ky

You are welcome to get to know more on

 a project "Great Reading"

 using this link:

http://www.ounb.km.ua/woa/galery.php?album=20120424151700

'Picturing America' Exhibition

Picturing America Home Page - picturingamerica.neh.gov

Picturing America, an exciting new initiative from the National Endowment for the Humanities, brings masterpieces of American art into classrooms and libraries nationwide.

Through this innovative program, citizens will gain a deeper appreciation of the American nation's history and character through this exhibition, study and understanding of this art.

English Club on Fashion and Trends

 Topic: Fashion and Trends

Fun Fact of the Day: “There are 182 places in the U.S. that have the word ‘Christmas’ in their names” (www.travelandleisure.com).

Introduction about “Trace Effects”: A video game for learning American English and culture! 

Topic:

1. What is “fashion”? How do people influence fashion? How does fashion influence us? How important is “style” to you? What is the difference between fashion and style? What iconic “fashionistas” do you know? Do you like to follow fashion trends?

2. Does fashion have an important impact on youth? Do you think there are certain clothing styles that younger individuals should avoid? How important are uniforms in school? Do you think that uniforms are a good or bad idea?

3. Do you have a uniform at work? What kind of clothing regulations do you have to follow? Do you think this promotes an atmosphere of equality between co-workers? If you do not have clothing regulations, do you think you should? Is your work attire drastically different than in your personal life?

4. In contrast to daily life, what types of clothing do people tend to wear at special holidays? What clothing rules exist at weddings, for example? Does the type of wedding determine specific dress or are there general guidelines in place at all times? Do you like ceremonial attire?

5. Aside from clothing and fashion, what other popular trends exist right now? What do you think makes these trends successful? How are they spread and promoted? Do you participate in any of these popular trends? Why is it meaningful to you?

6. What trends from the past do you think will become popular again? What current trends do you think will become obsolete in the future? What causes these trends to come and go? Who is responsible for their success or failure? Is there any kind of trend you would like to invent yourself or promote?

Schedule: 

Saturday, 29 December at 10:30

Thursday, 03 January at 5:30 - Holiday Party! Please bring some snacks to share!

Trace Effects Presentation

 http://americanenglish.state.gov/ 

 Learn About the United States Through 

Online and Print Publications

English Club on "Future"

Topic: The Future

Fun Fact of the Day: "The state of Louisiana has almost 2500 islands" (all4cellularblog.com).

Topic:

1. What is the "future"? Do you like to think about the future? How often do you think people should think about their futures? Do you think it's possible to become "obsessed" with the future? How can thinking about the future too much detract from our current lives?

2. Do you think there's a way for people to calculate their futures? Can you really plan for the future? How connected are we to determining our future lives? What steps lead us to the future? How does life tend to alter our future plans?

3. How do your ambitions and goals help you to formulate your ideal future? Is it important to plan far in advance? How far in advance do you tend to plan? What is more important, in your opinion: spontaneity or careful planning?

4. How do you think the world will change in the future? How will people change? How will the surrounding environment change? What aspects of life do you think will remain the same for future generations? Will the world be recognizable 50 or 100 years from now?

5. What kinds of books, movies, stories, and events do you think will be popular in the future? Is it possible to predict these future trends? What tends to spark popular trends? What fads and trends are popular now that you think will become obsolete in the future?

6. What do you hope to accomplish in your life in the future? Do you have important goals? How do you hope to achieve these goals? Is it important to you to formulate a future legacy and to leave an influence for future generations? If so, what do you want to do and how do you intend to accomplish this?

Schedule: 

Thursday, 27 December at 5:30 Saturday, 29 December at 10:30

Ukrainian Carols

The Ukrainian carol of the bells /Щедрик/ Shchedryk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPDnjq9fTLw&feature=youtu.be