Sokolovka Library Project

We have received a final update from Antares Foundation regarding the Soklovka Library Project in Northern Kazakhstan. The new library required extensive remodeling before the new books, shelves, tables and chairs could be used. This room was in very bad repair prior to this remodel. The children are sure to enjoy the use of this room as well as all the books. Here is a letter from Tanya, the Kaz coordinator for the project with pictures following.

Hi everyone,

Yesterday there was the Day of Open Doors (the library opening and a

concert) in the orphanage. There were guests invited - a former

principal of the orphanage, head of the region, deputy for Maslikhat,

representative of the military commissariat, head of the local

Sokolovka museum (an old man)  and local TV. Everyone was really happy

for children. And children love their new books very much! I will

finish with the pictures of the library in 1-2 weeks. The pictures of

the library are attached.

Tanya

We would like to personally thank our families for giving so much toward this project. Each year you all amaze us as planners with your generosity. We look forward to another great year with a new project in store!

Kazapalooza 2012

Kazapalooza is a weekend long reunion of families with children adopted from Kazakhstan. Each year since its inception in 2008 the event has grown and last year more than 300 moms, dads and kaz kids attended.

Kazapalooza 2012 is being held on the shores of Lake Erie in Sandusky Ohio. The hotel this year is the incredible Kalahari Resort, America's largest indoor water park! Come kick off your summer vacation at Kazapalooza 2012!

Adult Ticket: $55.00
$65.00 after Monday April 2, 2012

Big Kid (11-17): $55.00
$65.00 after Monday April 2, 2012

Little Kid (3-10): $45.00
$55.00 after Monday April 2, 2012

Tot (2 and under): $10.00
$20.00 after Monday April 2, 201

*All ages are based on how old the child is at the time of the event.

Program Highlights: Friday Night Welcome Reception featuring a Traditional Ohio Pig Roast, , Saturday Luncheon with Charity Auction & Kaz Kid Slide Show. Saturday afternoon Pool Party and ice cream break, Saturday Late Night Adult Only Dance Party, Sunday Morning Coffee and Donuts.

Plus more to come....we are still working hard to plan the best Palooza yet!

T-shirts are available for purchase at registration but will not be for sale at the event.
Adult $12
Child $10

A LIMITED number of discount rooms are available for $169 per night including 4 waterpark passes. To reserve your room contact the resort by phone and ask for the Kazapalooza block rate.

Kazapalooza Registration

Kalahari Resort

Registration Announcement

Registration is now OPEN for 2012! The link below will take you to our registration page.
KAZAPALOOZA

Registration Announcement

We can feel the excitement building for this year's event! Hold on to your hats and please be patient with us as we finalize registration details. We will have an announcement February 15th for registration. Please stay tuned...