Friend and colleague, George Haynal, has asked that Amigos members be made aware of a special luncheon to be held at the Rideau Club, Thursday, November 7, 2013, from 12 to 2 pm. Anne Park (former colleague and Spouse of Gerry Shannon) will be giving a talk based on her book about the history of Canadians in Japan dating back to the first shipwreck intruder in the mid 19th century – see the Speakers Lunch detail provided below. Ambassador of Japan, Norihiro Okuda, will be joining Anne for this event and the lunch has been prepared by Ambassador Okuda’s personal chef. Cost is $50.69, including HST, payable at the door. those interested should call the Rideau Club at 613.233.7787 to reserve.
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Monday, October 28, 2013
Speaker's Lunch, Nov. 7
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