Columbia World Affairs Council

October

October 3 Wednesday

Distinguished Speakers Series: Kevin Knobloch's Avoiding a Dangerous Nuclear Era: The Future of U.S. Nuclear Weapons Policy

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Date: October 3, 2007
Location: The Capital City Club: 1201 Main Street, 25th Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
Cost: $22 for members; $26 for nonmembers

Program Synopsis: Mr. Knobloch, President of the Union of Concerned Scientists, will be discussing the policy steps the future U.S. President should take to reduce the threat posed by nuclear weapons and prevent their proliferation, analyzing the 2008 candidates’ nuclear positions, and examining the efficacy of current U.S. nuclear policy and doctrine.

RSVP to programs@columbiawac.org or call (803)252-2197

October 11 Thursday

2007 Global Vision Awards Dinner honoring Mr. Ed Sellers

Date: Thursday, October 11th, 2007
Time: Reception starts at 6:30 PM
Black Tie Dinner starts at 8:00 PM
Location: Columbia Marriott: 1200 Hampton St. Columbia, SC 29201

For more information and reservations, check out our 2007 Global Vision Awards Dinner page!

October 23 Tuesday

October Taste of the World

Come join your friends and colleagues for some as we travel to Thailand for this month's Taste of the World. Featuring a Columbia favorite, Thai Lotus, this event is the perfect way to experience traditional cuisine without even leaving the Columbia area!

Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Date: October 23 , 2007
Location: Thai Lotus: 612 Ashland Park, Saint Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29210

RSVP to programs@columbiawac.org or call (803)252-2197

October 30 Tuesday

October International Book Club
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini

Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Date: October 30th, 2007
Location: The World Affairs Council Office
2218 Devine Street Columbia, SC 29205
Cost: Free for WAC members and friends! What to Bring: A dish to pass, your book, and lots of ideas to share. Beverages will be provided.
RSVP to programs@columbiawac.org or call (803)252-2197

This month's selection explores the tumultuous nation of Afghanistan in Khaled Hosseini's highly anticipated sequel to The Kite Runner. Come and join us to discuss daily life from a woman's perspective.

Remember to ask for your World Affairs Council discount when you purchase your International Book Club selection at The Happy Bookseller!

October 31 Wednesday

October New Member Happy Hour and Costume Party Sponsored by FN Manufacturing

Halloween is here and the World Affairs Council likes to have a "wicked" good time. So, don a costume (if you want) and meet us for the October Happy Hour and Costume Party! Just remember to say "trick-or-treat" and to bring someone new to the Council’s New Members Happy Hour for free admission.

Time: 5:30-7:30 PM
Date: October 31 , 2007
Location: Jillian's in the Vista: 800 Gervais St. Columbia, SC 29201
Cost: Free for guest and members who bring guest; $5 for members without a guest.
RSVP to programs@columbiawac.org or call (803)252-2197