October 18: LAUNCH for Tibetans in Exile

CIVA and TRAS are hosting a book launch for Tibetans in Exile: The Dalai Lama and the Woodcocks by Alan Twigg. The event will take place on Sunday October 18, 2009, from 7:30–9:30 pm at the VANCOUVER RACQUETS CLUB LOUNGE at 4867 Ontario St., Vancouver (Ontario and 33rd — for parking directions, see below).

Light refreshments will be served and a cash bar will be available.

This evening will include a special screening of George Woodcock: The Anarchist of Cherry Street, a short film made by Alan Twigg for CBC in 1994.

PLEASE RSVP TO TRAS: 604-224-5133 or tras@portal.ca by Tuesday October 13.

TIBETANS IN EXILE is a fitting tribute to the Woodcocks. It puts a human face on grassroots international aid, while telling the story of this rather eccentric, extremely compassionate and generous couple. It is an inspiring example of the fact that, yes, one person can make a difference.

TIBETANS IN EXILE is available in person at the TRAS office (Mon–Thurs, 10:00am–4:00pm; phone first 604-224-5133), in bookstores, or online at www.ronsdalepress.com. 272 pp, 60 b&w photos.

Directions and Parking: The Vancouver Racquets Club is on the northwest corner of 33rd and Ontario. Street parking is available (the car park is for members only). For a map, click here.

We look forward to seeing you!

Trans-Himalayan Aid Society (TRAS) www.tras.ca
Canada India Village Aid (CIVA) www.civaid.ca