Discussion of Yak Girl.  Club members only.

Open to the public

Hosted by the Concord Public Library. Open to the public  

Open to the public

Himalaya September 22, 1:30- 2:30pm at the Canyon Theater at Boulder Library Brot Coburn, Dorje Dolma, Sujeev Shakya, and Wade Davis  in conversation with Nikko Odiseos, introduced by Namita Gokhale The Himalayas, the youngest and tallest mountains in the world, share an interconnected geography, culture, and identity. From the unique perspective of climbers, travelers, anthropologists, writers, and Himalayan citizens, the session discusses the geopolitical jigsaws of the region, the similarities within the differences of the trans-Himalayan belt, East of Southeast. Brot Coburn, Dorje Dolma, Sujeev Shakya, and Wade Davis  in conversation with Nikko Odiseos,about different facets of the Eastern Himalayas. Introduced by Namita Gokhale.

Sunday, September 23, 2018 Chautauqua Park VIP Author Breakfast & History Walking Tour. **Tickets sales close at 11:59pm on September 16th. so register now! ​ 9:00 am - 11:45 am  Driving yourself? Meet at the Ranger Station at Chautauqua Park at 9:00 am NOTE: Shuttle for out of town guests will leave the Embassy Suites at 8:30 am! Booking Note: Step one: The booking process begins with the submission and acceptance of the total payment. A booking receipt will be sent with a link to complete the "Guest Details".for each participant.  Step two: Guest details must be completed and submitted for each participant, including name, valid email address and other information as required.  Step three: Each participant must complete and submit the electronic waiver Won't you join us? Chautauqua Park VIP Author Breakfast & History Walking Tour. A Special Author Breakfast Event You Won't Want to Miss! Join us Sunday morning, September 23rd from 9:00 am - 11:45 am for some living history as we explore the past and present of the beautiful Colorado Chautauqua and majestic Flatiron mountain range. Come spend an intimate morning of lively discussion with breathtaking views during this exclusive VIP breakfast, with distinguished JLF Boulder authors. During this 3 hour event, our small group will take a stroll through this uniquely quaint and unspoiled Chautauqua cottage community, getting a glimpse into the past while learning about the vibrant culturally diverse programming still enjoyed by Boulderites today. You'll enjoy the amazing views and iconic scenery of the Flatirons on a short and easy trail walk. We’ll learn some history, and capture incredible photos you’ll be sure to treasure for years to come. Following a quick stop at the Ranger Station to take in some eye-opening exhibits, (time permitting) we’ll settle in at the historic and lovingly restored Chautauqua Dining Hall for a very special VIP breakfast with two esteemed authors. Author Broughton “Brot” Coburn  - Learn more about Brot here. Broughton “Brot” Coburn is a Visiting Assistant Professor for Colorado College. He has worked on conservation, development, and film projects in Nepal, Tibet, and India for more than two decades. He has written or edited eight books, including two national bestsellers. Author Dorje Dolma - Learn about Dorje here. Dorje Dolma’s birthplace—Dolpo, Nepal—had no running water, electricity, cars, schools, or doctors. At the age of ten, Dolma and her parents walked for a month to save her life. Dolma has a Fine Arts degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder. She is a teacher, an artist, and the author of Yak Girl: Growing Up in the Remote Dolpo Region of Nepal. During this small-group breakfast, you’ll have an opportunity to ask the authors specific questions and engage in discussions. This exclusive and intimate event is limited to 20 people and will sell out quickly. So if this is your kind of special event, register now!  Included: For out of town guests in need of transportation, a shuttle will leave the Embassy Suites at 8:30 am.. Delicious breakfast from Three Leaf Farm with tea, coffee and juice (vegetarian and GF options available). Guided tour of the Chautauqua Park grounds with picture taking in front of Boulder's iconic Flatirons. Group conversations with esteemed authors and fellow VIP event participants. Not Included: Souvenirs Tour guide or driver tip (optional).

Book presentation "Yak Girl" by Dorje Dolma and film screening "The Only Son" about her brother Pema on 1.11.2018 in Zurich Born in Dolpo, a remote region of northern Nepal, Dorje Dolma is the eldest of 11 children. The living conditions at about 4000 m above sea level are tough: Five of Dorje's siblings die. Also, Dorje's life is in danger. She suffers from scoliosis, a curvature of the spine. Hoping for help, the parents with Dorje and two of her siblings set off on a dangerous journey for a month through the rough terrain to Kathmandu. There they meet ROKPA Co-Founder Lea Wyler. It is the beginning of a new life that would eventually take Dorje to the US. She has recorded her story in the book "Yak Girl", which she introduces to us. After the presentation, we will show the documentary „The Only Son“ by director Simonka de Jong in the presence of its main character – Pema, Dorje’s brother. Pema, also born in Dolpo but raised in the ROKPA Children's Home in Kathmandu, is caught between two worlds: as the only son of the family, the parents demanded that according to tradition he cultivate their land and marry a woman from the village. But Pema, who lives and works in the Netherlands today, wants to go his own way. Embark on a journey with Pema and learn more about this family's extraordinary relationship with ROKPA. When: Thursday, November 1, 2018, 7 PM Where: Zentrum Karl der Grosse, Kirchgasse 14, 8001 Zurich Entry: 20 Swiss Francs Language: Presentation in English with German translation / Film in German version (52 min.) The space is limited. Register early via info (at) rokpa.org or 044 262 68 88 with your details. Thank you very much!

The salon evenings start around 7 pm with door opening, tea and snacks, 19:30 followed by a conversation with the hostess from 20 o'clock the guest takes over the evening.   The space is limited, There are a maximum of 20 chairs in the salon room of the editorial office Admission: Fr. 30 Registration required https://spuren.ch/content/spuren-salon.html   TRACKS salon Station Square 14 8400 Winterthur 052 212 33 61 Editorial (at) spuren.ch

  By invitation only or if you are a friend or fan of Yak Girl in the Lausanne area, you can call John at the below number to see if there is still room. RSVP 079 309 1274

Yak Girl Presentation for students and staff