RCS Haven E-Bulletin September 2010 (No. 11)
Welcome to another edition of the RCS Haven E-Bulletin. We are pleased to announce that after the summer break our centre on Duke Street is once again open for business, and that our language/cultural classes will restart as follows:
· Russian School for Children: Saturday 28th August 2010
· Russian Language Classes for adults: Monday 6th September 2010
· Art-Studio: mid-September 2010 (to be confirmed)
· Online English Language Course: end-September 2010 (to be confirmed)
Our School for Children is designed to help preserve Russian language and culture among the children of Russian parents living in Scotland. In the new school year, lessons for both junior and senior classes will take place between 12.00 and 2.00pm on Saturdays, at The Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow, G5 0PQ. (Map) This modern community centre has provided us both with classrooms for teaching and a comfortable place for parents to wait while the lessons are in progress. Children may be enrolled in the group by telephone, on either 0141 552 2144 or 07551 378314.
The Russian-language newspaper ÐÐ½Ð³Ð»Ð¸Ñ has recently published an article about the School for Children, which went in to much greater detail about the School’s programme and its achievements to date. The article read as follows:
If you are interested in attending any of our other Russian or English language lessons, please visit our website, for further information and to register your interest. The website is also home to our unique job search facility, online library/DVD catalogue, and links to specialist help and advice covering all aspects of life in Britain, from immigration issues to education, work and personal finance.
As usual, the rest of this E-Bulletin will provide a round-up of Russian stories in the news this month, and of Russian events occurring across Scotland in September. We hope that you enjoy it and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Contents:
The job search facility on the RCS Haven website collects vacancies from Scottish, British and Russian employers, and makes them searchable by keyword. It can be accessed by clicking here, but below is a selection of some of the wide range of jobs currently being advertised through the website:
1. Conference & Events Sales Office Manager
One of Scotland’s largest resort hotels is currently seeking a Conference & Events Sales Office Manager to manage and lead a team.
2. Lgv1 driver(edinburgh area)
8-12 gbp per hour we are currently looking to recruit lgv class 1 drivers for ongoing work in the central scotland area. The ideal candidate will posses a minimum of 1 years experience and have no more than 6 penalty points or drink or dangerous...
3. CNC Machinists x 20 – Aberdeen – Relocation available
Machinists x 20 – Aberdeen, Scotland – Relocation available Salary: Up to £25,000 + £1,000 relocation fee after completion of probationary period Immediate start available My client is currently looking to appoint a number of more...
4. Site Manager VR/1203
Location: Scotland Salary: £excellent Reporting to the Area Manager you will be responsible for the effective management of the cleaning service for the site. * Ensure all rotas are in place to cover more...
5. Deputy Nursery Manager
Location: Dunfermline Scotland Salary: £negotiable dep on age & exp Experienced Deputy Manager - Dunfermline, Fife
Russian-speaking Jobs:
1. Russian Speaking Export Sales
FRENCH SELECTION UK The role: Russian Speaking Export Sales Customer service, Team Leader, Sales Coordinator, Account Manager, fluent in Russian Based in: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, West Midlands Salary: £20k - £25K basic (depending on experience) more...
2. Technical Project Manager (Infrastructure) Moscow, Russia
Technical Project Manager (Infrastructure) Moscow, Russia Negotiable (circa 60-80k per annum) My client is a leading European construction group with more than 40 years of outstanding expertise, coupled with dynamics, flexibility and innovation. more...
3. Bilingual Russian Client Account Manager
FRENCH SELECTION UK Bilingual Russian Client Account Manager Sector: Services to Large Manufacturers Salary: c.£40K + bonus scheme Location: UK based (home-based or office in Berkshire, Reading) - can be home-based in the UK (with regular visits more...
4. Customer Service Representative (Russian/ German speaker)
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Customer Service Representative to join a world leader in the design and manufacture of electrical Lighting control systems and dimming systems for domestic and commercial applications. This more...
5. Technical Project Manager (Infrastructure) Moscow, Russia
Technical Project Manager (Infrastructure) Moscow, Russia Negotiable (circa 60-80k per annum) My client is a leading European construction group with more than 40 years of outstanding expertise, coupled with dynamics, flexibility and innovation. more...
Please also note that RCS Haven is always looking for volunteers to work at the centre and qualified staff to run language and cultural courses for children and adults. If interested, please email your CV to [email protected].
September 2010 Sun Mon Tu e Wed Thu Fri Sat Exhibition, ‘Russian Memories’ (à until 4th Sept) 1 2 Concert, Rostov Balalaika, Glasgow (1) 3 4 5 Live Music – ‘From Russia with Lev’ 6 7 8 9 10 11 Exhibition, ‘The Russian Village through British Eyes’ (until 9th Oct à ) Concert, Rostov Balalaika, Giffnock 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Live Music – ‘Power of the Accordion’ 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
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.
More information:- http://kentigern.squarespace.com/, or telephone 0141 427 0839
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.
Regular Services:-
Saturday: Vespers, 6.30pm-
Sunday: Matins, 9.00am - Divine Liturgy, 10.30am (Sunday School follows)
Daily: Matins, 7.30am - Vespers, 6.30pm
More information: - http://www.edinburgh-orthodox.org.uk/services.html,
or telephone 0131 336 4492
Every Sunday night Glasgow’s Russian cafe/restaurant hosts a live concert featuring a mixture of Russian and Eastern European folk-songs and works by Russian classical composers. Booking essential for all events.
Sunday 5th September: ‘From Russia with Lev’. Celebrated violinist Lev Atlas plays a selection of Russian and Klezmer folk music.
Sunday 12th September: Nigel and Lev. This week Lev Atlas will be joined by eminent Scottish jazz guitarist Nigel Clark, and together they will delight their audience with classic Russian, Hungarian, gypsy and jazz songs.
Sunday 19th September: ‘Power of the Accordion’. George Gajjic is a Glasgow-based accordionist, and in this performance he will demonstrate his skills playing a programme of classical and Eastern European folk music.
Sunday 26th September: ‘Late-night Passionate Tunes’. This is another solo concert from Lev Atlas, in which he will play a selection of all-time Russian and Eastern European favourites, spanning hundreds of years and many different genres.
*NOTE* The Russian folk dance troupe- Rostov Balalaika will also be playing at Cafe Cossachok on Thursday 2nd September as part of their current tour. Please see below for more details.
Cafe Cossachok, 10 King Street, Glasgow,- G1 5QP
Restaurant opens: 6.00pm. Concert begins: 9.00pm-
Tickets: £6.00 per person.-
Bookings:- 0141 553 0733
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
Sharmanka are a unique and award-winning theatre group whose performances are ‘acted’ by carved wooden figures and ingenious moving mechanical contraptions. Booking essential. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, 103 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5HD NEW Show times: (performances last approx. 35mins)
Wednesday - Friday: 3.00pm-
Saturday/Sunday: 1.00pm/3.00pm- Tickets: £5.00/£3.00 (concessions), two children enter free with each adult ticket purchased Bookings: 0141 552 7080
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Wednesday 1st – Saturday 11th September: Concerts, Rostov Balalaika
Rostov Balalaika hail from Rostov-on-Don, Glasgow’s twin city, and their concerts are a joyous celebration of traditional Russian music, song, dance and costume. A presenter is also on hand to explain the meaning and significance of each piece before it is performed. They are touring the Glasgow area in early September, and are an experience not to be missed!
Wednesday 1st September – St. Mary’s Hall, Duntocher. Concert starts 8.00pm. To book, contact Mary Brown on 01389 877339 Full version - Updated_files/image001.gif)
-Thursday 2nd September – Cafe Cossachok, King Street, Glasgow. Concert starts 9.00pm. To book, contact 0141 553 0733
-Friday 3rd September – Gartochan Millennium Hall, Loch Lomond. Concert starts 7:30pm. To book, contact 01389 830361
-Sunday 5th September – St. Andrews in the Square, Glasgow. Concert starts 7:30pm. To book, call 0844 481 8898 or go to
http://www.ticketsoup.com/TSSearchResults.aspx?Search=rostov+balalaika
Wednesday 8th September – Milngavie Bowling Club, Milngavie. Concert starts 8pm. To book, contact Bill Paterson on 0141 570 2853
Saturday 11th September – Eastwood Theatre, Giffnock. Concert starts 7:30pm. To book, contact the box office on 0141 577 4970
Tickets: £6.00 - £10.00 (depending on location)-
Thursday 2nd – Thursday 30th September: Exhibition, Maxim Demidov
Cafe Cossachok hosts an exhibition of watercolours, oils and mixed media by internationally-renowned.
Russian artist Maxim Demidov.
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Opening Times: Tues-Sat
12.00pm-late,
Sun - 1.00pm-late
FREE -
More: http://www.trongate103.com/128,138,1178/whats_on/exhibitions/maxim_demidov/
Sunday 19th September: Children’s Art Workshop, ‘Painting Russian Fairy Tales’
This workshop is based on the story ‘Teremok’, and young participants will hear the story before creating their own interpretation of it using acrylic paints. Suitable for children aged 6-12; booking essential.
Cafe Cossachok, Time 4.00-6.00pm Free Bookings:- 0141 276 8380 or email [email protected]
More: http://www.trongate103.com/128,143,1186/whats_on/create_family_events/painting_russian_fairy_tales/
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eptember – Saturday 9th October: Exhibition, Elizabeth Warner ‘The Russian Village through British Eyes: Photographs of Rural North Russia, 2004-2009’
Professor Elizabeth Warner has spent the last fifteen years documenting the traditional way of life of rural communities in Vologda and Arkhangelsk provinces, a rich culture that is rapidly disappearing under the weight of economic and social change. Her photographs depict scenes from both everyday life and the region’s unique religious festivals, which combine Christian and pagan rituals. Professor Warner will also be presenting a talk about the exhibition and her experiences in Northern Russia on Friday 17th September (see below for further details)
Scotland Russia Institute, 9 South College Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9AA Opening Times: Tues-Fri 11.00am-4.00pm, Sat 1.30-4.00pm
Social Events
Thursday 30th September
Чай и Чат
The Scotland Russia Forum is extending an open invitation to a morning of tea, cake and ‘sparkling Russian conversation’! This event is open to both native and non-native speakers.
Scotland Russia Institute, 9 South College Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9AA 11.00 am. FREE, but contributions of cakes and snacks are welcome.
Friday 17th September: Talk, Professor Elizabeth Warner ‘Travels with a Camera in North Russia’
This talk accompanies the photo exhibition ‘The Russian Village through British Eyes’ (see above), which is being held at the Scotland Russia Institute throughout September. Professor Warner will use this opportunity to talk in detail about the people and places she has visited in Northern Russia, and in particular about the folklore and spirituality of the region, which is based on belief in a ‘multi-layered fantastic world’ that draws elements from both pagan and Christian traditions.
Scotland Russia Institute, 9 South College Street,- Edinburgh, EH8 9AA
7.30pm-
Cost: £2.00 (members)/£5.00 (non-members)-
To book, contact the SRF on- 0131 668 3635
Thursday 30th September: Talk, Kanykey Jailobaeva ‘The Current Situation in Kyrgyzstan’
In June 2010 tensions between ethnic Kyrgyz and Uzbek peoples in southern Kyrgyzstan erupted into violence, and since then the conflict has caused widespread destruction and more than 150 deaths. Kanykey Jailobaeva is a PhD student at the University of Edinburgh who has recently returned from a research trip to Kyrgyzstan, and in this talk she will describe the interviews she held with people on both sides of the conflict and share her views on the reasons behind the outbreak of violence.
Scotland Russia Institute, 9 South College Street,- Edinburgh, EH8 9AA
7.30pm-
Cost: £2.00 (members)/£5.00 (non-members)-
To book, contact the SRF on- 0131 668 3635
Elsewhere in Scotland
Kilmarnock
Saturday 11th September: Russian Martial Arts Festival,
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-day event that aims to showcase various different types of Russian martial arts – from traditional folk sports such as belt wrestling and log-fighting, to the exciting spectacle of Russian-rules boxing and kettlebell lifting. The competitions are classed as ‘amateur’, and are open for participation. Come along to try something new or just to enjoy the show!
Cluarankwai Judo Club, 24 New Mill Road, Kilmarnock,- KA1 3JB
Weigh-in: 9.00am. Competitions: 11.00am –- 5.00pm.
Tickets: £30 (participants), £5.00 (spectators)-
No booking required – pay on the door.-
For more information, contact Vadim Kolganov on- 07891 651764, or at [email protected] , or click here
News/Articles
Alexey A. Gromyko. Civilizations and Russia: Ongoing Discussions
Discussions about civilizational nature of Russia root deeply in history. They are a story of many chapters telling about various stages in the life of the country. These discussions are of the same importance as reflections on its political, social or economic conditions. The consciousness determines the being of men not less than the being determines consciousness. Attitudes of other nations to Russia are as important for its progress as GDP, inflation or any other indicator of that kind. Civilizational identity of a man, which may be primarily seen as lofty and abstract matter, has in fact a real implication for personal outlook, values, lifestyle and an attitude to other nations, and vice versa.
World exclusive Tony Blair interview
It may seem as if Tony Blair has never really been away in the three years since he stepped down as prime minister in June 2007 after 10 years in Downing Street. A flood of books, continuing controversies and above all, the unquiet legacy of the 2003 Iraq war, mean that he is never far away from the headlines. But that's not how Blair himself sees it.
Lavrov says Poland backs visa-free travel between Russia, EU
Poland will support a draft agreement on abolishing the visa requirement between Russia and the EU, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday.
Russia's future is being bridge between Europe and Asia - Valdai club
Thursday's session the Valdai Discussion Club meeting focused on whether Russia should search for closer ties with European or Asian countries.
Fears grow over global food supply
Wheat prices rose further on Friday in the wake of Russia’s decision to extend its grain export ban by 12 months, raising fears about a return to the food shortages and riots of 2007-08.
Margaret Thatcher blocked Soviet aid for striking miners, files reveal
She was the prime minister at the height of her powers, using every arm of the state to crush the striking miners. He was the Soviet heir apparent who had authorised a large donation to help striking comrades in the UK.
Can education in Russia be reformed?
"There is a lingering notion that Russian or rather Soviet education was very good, if not the best in the world," said Masha Lipman, an expert at the Carnegie Centre.
"The truth [now] is that it lags behind the rest of the world."
'Carbuncle' town Cumbernauld unveils 33ft Arria statue
A £250,000 steel sculpture designed to boost the image of a North Lanarkshire town has been erected. The 10m (33ft) structure of a female form overlooks the A80 at Cumbernauld.The town won the infamous Carbuncle award for the most dismal place to stay in Scotland.
Caledonia, the National Theatre of Scotland’s major new production for the Edinburgh Festival, tells the story
of one of the darkest hours of Scotland’s troubled history, the Darien disaster, when speculation in a colonial
adventure virtually bankrupted the country. Sound familiar?
New Eugene Onegin creates a storm in London
The Bolshoi Theatre’s radical new interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s opera ‘Eugene Onegin’, directed by Dmitri
Tcherniakov, has been a huge hit in its current London run, despite receiving only mixed reviews upon its debut
in Moscow in 2006.
No lake, no duel, no singing serfs.When Dmitri Tcherniakov's production of Eugene Onegin opened in Moscow in 2006, Russia's most famous Tatyana, Galina Vishnevskaya, called it an act of vandalism.
U2 Rocks Moscow: Bono Mixes Pop and Politics
A day after he traveled to Sochi on the Black Sea to meet President Dmitry Medvedev, Bono joined the rest of the band onstage at Moscow’s Luzhniki stadium. The show was U2’s first-ever in Russia; the group had been one of the few major international acts who hadn’t played in the country, where Western music is hugely popular.
Ozzy Osbourne will perform two concerts in Russia
British rock musician Ozzy Osbourne in September 2010, will perform in Moscow and St. Petersburg with a program dedicated to launching his new album “Screamâ€.
According to the schedule of concerts on the site, a Moscow concert hard rock legends will be held Sept. 13 at the ice arena Megasport on Khodynka field. Earlier the Russian press reported that the presentation will take place in sports complex “Olympicâ€. Two days earlier, Ozzy will perform in the Ice Palace in St. Petersburg.
Russian courts impound pets to collect outstanding utility bills
Federal courts across Russia have started to take the unusual measure of impounding pets as a means of compensation for their owners’ outstanding debts. Pigs, cows and even dogs and cats have been confiscated in recent months, and some have since been sold on to new owners in cases where the debt was not repaid promptly.
Aiden McGeady will be key for Spartak
The Glasgow Celtic and Republic of Ireland midfielder Aiden McGeady signed a contract to play for Spartak Moscow on 13th August, for a record Scottish transfer fee of £9.5 million. He is expected to become the lynchpin of manager Valery Karpin’s team, although his high wage demands have already made him an unpopular figure with Spartak fans.
Thank you for taking the time to read this bulletin, we hope that you have found it interesting, useful and enjoyable. If you have any news or events that you would like us to mention, please let us know at the addresses below.
Written by: Jenny Gazzard
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