RCS Haven E-Bulletin - May 2015

Greetings, and welcome to our bulletin full of information on exciting Russian events.

RCS Haven is welcoming anyone who is interested in studying Russian language, literature and culture. We have English and Russian language lessons. There are a library, Art studio for children and Web-design Studio.
Also, the Centre provides consultations in law, finance and other aspects of work and business in Russia and Britain.

NEWS

 
The school at the Russian Centre in Scotland Haven is celebrating Victory Day the 9th of May.  At the classes, teachers will be telling children about the unforgettable events of World War II and its heroes. The children of the class managed by Victoria Zierwogel were learning poems and taking part in the competition organised by Znanie schools network. In the evening on 9th of May children and their parents will gather for the Victory 70 years’ anniversary Gala Concert. One of the school competition winners, Dana Freimuta, will be reading the poems. Let’s meet together on 9th of May at 16:30 at Banqueting Suite , Glasgow City Chambers, 281 George Square

 
On the 27th of May RCS Haven will be holding the last SQA Russian Higher exam. It will be sat by 8 students who were preparing for it for the whole last year and passing intermediate assessments. Let’s wish them luck. To replace the SQA Higher format, two new Russian for Life and Work Awards qualifications were introduced with numerous levels of complexity, highest of which, according to their creators’ ideas, are fully comparable to the abolished exam. RCS Haven is beginning to register students wishing to get this qualification next year. Compared to Russian Higher, this qualification is more flexible and will allow students with various levels of preparedness to sit the exams in accordance with the level selected. Receipt of this certificate gives extra points when applying for both college and university courses, as well as being an important element for one’s CV, proving the level of knowledge. A 10% discount is given to students registering early – from May until end of August.

Every Wednesday, from 19.00 to 20.00, we invite you at the Centre “Haven” for an English class. Classes take place in the RCS Haven 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G40UL 

CONTENTS

  • Vacancies
  • May Events Calendar
  • Regular events in Scotland
  • Events in Glasgow
  • Events in Edinburgh and the rest of Scotland
  • Events in the rest of the UK
  • Contact us

VACANCIES

Position Senior Sales Manager/Head of Russian Office
Education Level  5A
Working experience       2 years
Special Skills Basic level of Russian language
Job Availability ASAP
Company SOYUZ-KABEL, Belarus
Job Explanation                Fiber optic cable sales in Russia and developing world
Salary £60k+bonus
Contract 24 months
Place Moscow, Russia
Probation period 4 months (salary £30k+commission, place Glasgow)

RCS Haven is looking for Mathematics and Russian teachers.
Also, we are looking for volunteers.
 
The job search facility on the RCS Haven website collects vacancies from British and Russian employers. It can be accessed by clicking here, 

MAY EVENTS CALENDAR

Regular events in Scotland

Orthodox Church Services:
The following Scottish churches hold regular/semi-regular Orthodox services (all welcome):
Glasgow: The Parish of St. Kentigern (Russian Orthodox). Services held in Govan Old Church, 866 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 3UU.
Edinburgh: Orthodox Community of St. Andrew (a mixture of Orthodox faiths. Services held in the Chapel of St. Andrew, 2 Meadow Lane, Edinburgh, EH8 9NR.

Art studio for Children
Art lessons for children are undergoing in RCS Haven.
Under supervision of experienced teachers, a professional artist and a specialist in early development, children study the basics of drawing and painting, language development and drama. All children are welcome on Fridays from 5:30pm till 7:30pm. 
RCS Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, Т. 0141 5522144

Russian and English language courses for adults 
Classes for those who want to study Russian and English language.
Russian lessons on Mondays at 5:30pm and Thursdays at 6pm. English lessons on Wednesdays at 7pm.
Russian Centre Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, [email protected]

Events in Glasgow

  
1 -31 May
For this first Thursday event in the gallery we present an evening full of rhymes and rhythms from around the world: a unique poetic happening amidst Eduard Bersudsky's marvellous mechanical sculptures.
103 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD
T.: +44 (0)141 5527080

 
9 May, 5pm
presented by The Russian Cultural Centre (Scotland) in collaboration with the Lord Provost and the International Office of Glasgow City Council and Russian Café Gallery Cossachok to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe
Banqueting Suite , Glasgow City Chambers, 281 George Square

Events in Edinburgh and the rest of Scotland

 
7 May, 11am 
Sparkling Russian/English conversation over tea and cakes.
The Scotland-Russia Forum.
Summerhall Cafe, 1 Summerhall, Edinburgh EH9 1PL

 
7 - 28 May, 6 – 7pm
Improve your Russian conversation in a small group with an experienced tutor.
Henderson's Vegetarian Restaurant
94 Hanover Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DR
T.: 07826 555 134

 
7 May, 5.10pm
Public Lecture
Dr Ian Levchenko (Higher School of Economics, Moscow)
The Dashkova Russian Centre, 14 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh EH8 9LN

 
14 May, 5:10pm
Public Lecture
Dr Ilia Kalinin (Saint Petersburg State University)
The Dashkova Russian Centre, 14 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh EH8 9LN

 
15-17 May, 10am - 5pm
Come and see our new exhibition 'RFC/RAF Montrose in the First World War' and then take in all the other treats we have in store for you.
Waldron Road, Broomfield, Montrose, Angus, DD10 9BD
T.: 01674 678222

 
21 May, 5.10pm
Public Lecture
Prof Michael Gorham (University of Florida)
The Princess Dashkova Russian Centre, 14 Buccleuch Place, EH8 9LN

Events in the rest of the UK

 
1 - 16 May, 11am - 7pm
Gallery for Russian Arts and Design presents an exhibition of new and recent work by Russian and Ukrainian contemporary artists, selected by curator, art critic and theorist Sergey Khachaturov.
3-4a Little Portland Street, London, W1W 7JB
T.: 020 7637 7274

 
1 - 27 May, 1-3pm
Frank Foley talks about Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoevesky.
11 Horsebridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1AF
T.: 01227 281174

 
1 May – 6 June
The world famous Russian Ice Stars take you on a magical journey to the heart of one of the best loved fairy tales of all time, Snow White. Stunning ballet, gymnastics and aerial aerobatics combine to create a breathtaking and mesmerising fairytale experience.
Around the UK
T.: +44[0]1253 850889

 
9 May, 7-10pm
An evening of songs, poetry and foot-tapping nostalgia to mark the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.  All your favourite 1940s songs from the inimitable Mazaika Duo, and the most memorable war poetry performed by Tatiana Schofield and Elena Dobson. 
5A Bloomsbury Square WC1A 2TA
T.: 020 7269 9770

 
13 May,10am - 5pm
We are delighted to announce that RBCC London will be returning to Going Global for the third time, at ExCel London in May 2015. Going Global is the top UK national exhibition for businesses that are looking to expand internationally, export products or set up overseas operations. The show consists of a comprehensive list of world-renowned suppliers and a content rich programme with a focus on the BRICs markets, MINT Economies, CEE (Emerging Europe), Africa, the retail sector and the manufacturing sector.
Royal Victoria Dock, One Western Gateway , London
T.: 0207 931 6455

 
13 May, 12.15 - 2.30pm
This event will see a select group of RBCC Members and Partners gather to dine in the splendid surroundings of the Houses of Parliament, overlooking the River Thames. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to discuss the latest developments in Russo-British business over a three-course lunch with wine.
Westminster, SW1A 0PW , London
T.: 0207 931 6455

 
17 May, 7.30-11pm
The Russian five-piece band play pop-rock songs from a three-decade back catalogue.
275 Pentonville Road, London, N1 9NL

 
17 May, 3- 5.45pm
The story of the rise of Alexei Ivanov, a Stakhanovite Red Army smelter-turned-sergeant, and a history of the Second World War through his eyes. With its positive depiction of Stalin and negative portrayals of Churchill and Roosevelt, the film is considered one of the most important cultural representations of Stalin's cult of personality.
Silver Bear, Special Jury Prize at the 38th Berlin International Film Festival, four professional Nika Awards, including one to composer Alfred Schnittke.
5A Bloomsbury Square WC1A 2TA
T.: 020 7269 9770

 
20 May, 7-9 pm
An evening of poetry and music reflecting on shared experiences to mark the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, including works by T.S. Eliot, Mandelstam, Skryabin and Shostakovich.
5A Bloomsbury Square WC1A 2TA
T.: 020 7269 9770

 
24 May, 11.30am
Primary Students perform their little dances and movements and Youth Ballet Company dancers perform their variations.
Raleigh Road, Southville, Bristol, Avon, BS3 1TF
T.: 0117 902 0344

 
24 May, 3-5pm
A fish-out-of-water wartime comedy, starring Laurence Olivier as Ivan Kouznetsoff, a Soviet inventor who travels to England to have his revolutionary propeller manufactured, and Penelope Dudley-Ward as the woman who falls in love with him.
5A Bloomsbury Square WC1A 2TA
T.: 020 7269 9770

 
29 May, 2pm, 7.30pm
Nottingham Playhouse's acclaimed Senior Youth Theatre presents this contemporary version of Russian classic.
Wellington Circus, Nottingham, NG1 5AF
T.: 0115 941 9419

 
31 May, 3-5pm
Searching for food and separated from their regiment, two partisans, Sotnikov (Boris Plotnikov) and Rybak (Vladimir Gostiukhin), encounter a patrol of Nazi soldiers, with devastating consequences. Through bleak snowy forest and Belarussian village, we follow their story of betrayal, heroism and sacrifice.
The Ascent became an international sensation when it was released, winning the Golden Bear at the 1977 Berlin Film Festival.
5A Bloomsbury Square WC1A 2TA
T.: 020 7269 9770

CONTACT US

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