The AmSoc Blog

From the June issue of Forum

By Richard Wegman and Alan Blau, AmSoc board members

In a beautiful home in Chacara Flora, AmSoc will be hosting a family picnic for all its members to honor the traditional Independence Day outings in the United States. The day begins at noon on July 3, with lots of games, prizes, special monitored activities, rides, face-painting and more for the kids. We’ll also keep them busy with hot dogs and cake to eat, and of course ending the day with sparklers and smiles.

A scene from last year's Independence Day Party.

We also thought about the adults and family games, which could include an old-fashioned egg toss or three-legged race in order to get your blood flowing. Of course, for adults we have beers as well as sodas, hamburgers with all the fixings (even a little chili); hot dogs and chicken skewers with BBQ sauce. (more…)

From the May issue of Forum

The American Society’s 60th Anniversary Party is this month on May 7, and for those late to the news there may still be a handful of tickets available through the AmSoc office.

This is an event members will not want to miss, and outside guests are also invited to join the celebration on Friday, May 7, at Buffet Torres in Moema. Cocktails begin at 7:30 pm with dinner and dancing at 9 pm.  There will be a brief live auction to benefit the new Vivenda da Crianca bakery (padaria) project and other AmSoc charity projects, like the matching charity fund and the annual Angel Party. Other wonderful prizes will be raffled off throughout the night.

Tickets are R$200 per person. To learn more, call the office at 5182-2074.

From the May issue of Forum

This July, we’ll be celebrating the US Independence Day on Saturday, July 3, at a long-time AmSoc member’s home in Chacara Flora. Reserve this date on your calendar, and keep in mind that we’re limited to 250 guests, so you can make your reservation anytime after May 17. We’ve got some new committee members and some new and different ideas for this year’s party.

This is an event that has something for everyone: great games for the kids, live auction and raffles for the adults and a bounty of food. As in years past, each family should bring a salad or dessert to accompany the traditional hamburgers and hot dogs.

Remember, this is a Members Only event, so invite your friends to join AmSoc so they can attend one of the year’s best American events in Sao Paulo.

From the May issue of Forum

Maybe it’s the cooler weather. Maybe it’s watching the school year wind down. Maybe it’s good organization. Whatever it is, the Angel Party Committee has already started to plan the 2010 Angel Party, set for Nov. 6.

Santa Claus will be making an appearance at Angel Party 2010.

If you’re new to the American Society, the Angel Party is a Christmas party held every year for the children we support through the American Society’s Community Action Committee. More than 200 children, 50 helpers and 140 volunteers meet at Chapel School for a day of fun, games, food and entertainment. Santa Claus and his wife arrive at the end of the party to give out individualized gift bags for each child. (more…)

From the May issue of Forum

On May 30, the American Society’s Association of Veterans, as well as the local Marine detachment, cordially invites all of you to celebrate the sacrifices of military veterans who have given their all. Sunday services at 10:30 am will be held at the Fellowship Community Church, Rua Carlos Sampaio, 107 – Bela Vista, which is a short distance from the Metro Station Brigadeiro, with parking located nearby. (more…)

From the May issue of Forum

Tucunare (Peacock Bass) fishing trip with CIA Pesca Company which will leave on Friday, May 21, at night by Special Leito Bus and arrive on May 22 at 6 am.  We will stay one night in the pousada Mae d’ Agua.  We will fish all day Saturday and Sunday, and leave Sunday night after dinner to be back in Sao Paulo by 6 am on Monday.  Cost for entire package will be roughly R$650.  For more information, contact Michael Zellner at zellner@amcham.com.br

From the April issue of Forum

The American Society’s Easter Sunday egg hunt will be on April 4, from 12-2 pm at Chapel School, Rua Vigario Joao de Pontes 537, in Chacara Flora.

AmSoc families and children can join in the fun of our classic egg hunt, a variety of Easter-themed games, plenty of food and a chance for photos with the Easter Bunny. Every child will also get an Easter basket.

Payment will be taken at the door; for member children R$15 (R$40 max per family), and R$20 for non-member children (R$50 max per family).

From the April issue of Forum

By Simon Tharby, staff writer

If you’ve been to one of AmSoc’s Annual General Meetings before, you’ll know that its obligatory title will never reflect the amiable charm and positivity of the event itself.

A social gathering, with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and plenty of time to enjoy the company of AmSoc members, it is far more than “just” a meeting. This AGM will also be treated as a farewell party for U.S. Consul General Tom White and his family, who’ll be leaving Sao Paulo in July after serving three years at the local U.S. Consulate.

The AGM will be on April 14. RSVP to the invitation letters you receive through the AmSoc office: (amsoc@amsoc.com.br / 5182-2074). Space is limited. Identification in the form of a passport or RNE card will be checked at the door. (more…)

From the April issue of Forum

The American Society of Sao Paulo’s 60th Anniversary Charity Dinner & Dance is in benefit of Vivenda da Crianca and other AmSoc partners, and will be held on Friday, May 7, at Buffet Torres Moema, Av. Dos Imares, 182. Cocktails and games with prizes will run from 7:30 to 9 pm , with dinner, dancing and an auction to follow. Dress is Black Tie optional, and the cost per person is R$200. A numbered invitation is required for entrance.

A helpful Q&A about the party

What should I wear?
Women, wear your most beautiful long or short party dress. Men, you’ll look lovely in black tie or in a dark suit. Both of you will be able to have your pictures taken upon arrival as a souvenir of the party.

Can we reserve tables?
When a whole group of people buys a table, they will be asked about where they’d like the table to be. Then, as soon as all the tables have all been sold (probably mid-April), we’ll assign spots to groups based on who reserved first. So make your reservations soon and sit in the center of the action — or near the dessert! (more…)