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Indianapolis, IN, May-June, 2005. Volume 13.

SADCO President invited to the Department of State

Estimados amigos,

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Reciban un especial saludo. Es para mi un orgullo informar que fui invitado, en representación de SADCO, por el Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos a participar en la reunión "Los Andes en los Estados Unidos". Esta conferencia tenía como objetivo realizar un diálogo informativo entre el gobierno de los Estados Unidos y las organizaciones de las comunidades Andino-Americanas. La conferencia tuvo lugar el dia 15 de Abril del presente año en el Auditorio Loy Henderson en el edificio del Departamento de Estado en Washington D.C. El propósito fue ofrecer la oportunidad para que lideres de las comunidades Andino-Americanas en USA interactuaran con funcionarios claves en el Gobierno de USA que establecen las políticas hacia los paises Andinos: Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador y Perú.

Fernando Otero, SADCO's President and other Colombian leaders at the State Department La conferencia fue inaugurada por el señor Roger F. Noriega, Subsecretario de Estado para Asuntos del Hemisferio Occidental. El embajador Noriega es la persona que maneja y gerencia todas las políticas y relaciones del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos con los estados Latinoamericanos y del Hemisferio occidental y reporta directamente a la Secreataria de Estado Condoleeza Rice. La conferencia fue moderada por el Asistente Subsecretario para Asuntos Latinoamericanos, Embajador Charles Shapiro. Algunos de los panelistas invitados incluyeron: El Embajador John Maisto, representante permanente de los USA ante la Organización de Estados Americanos (OEA); Manuel A. Rosales, Administrador Asistente para la Oficina de los USA para la Administración Pequeños Negocios - Oficina de Comercio Internacional; Katie Klingensmith, Economista Internacional del Departamento del Tesoro de los USA - Oficina de Asuntos Internacionales; Ramon Daubon, Vice-Presidente de Programas de la Fundación Inter-Americana; los Embajadores en Washington D.C. de las Repúblicas de Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador y Perú.

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Igualmente, muy cordialmente los invito a todos a que renueven su membresía o, aquellos que no son miembros, llenen el formulario y se hagan miembros de SADCO. Entre todos unidos podemos realizar un impacto significativo en el mejoramiento de nuestra comunidad local en Indiana y también en Colombia. Gracias

Fernando Otero, Presidente

SADCO honored El Tango in outstanding concert Concert

EL TANGO Concert, brought by SADCO Tango was the star of the night during magnificent SADCO's Latin American Music Concert on Sunday April 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Indiana History Center Theater. A great venue for fantastic performers. The concert featured extraordinary bandoneon player Antonio Soave. The artistic direction was by Maestro Stanley De Rusha. The concert included the presentation of virtuoso pianist Eugenio Urrutia from Chile. The Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra played accompanying solo performers as well. It was an unforgetable evening full of the best music about Tango. The concert started with a piece from Colombian author Blas Emilio Atehortua titled Pieza Concierto. Then unforgotten author Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992) and the bandoneon became the center of attention of virtuoso Antonio Soave and Maestro DeRusha's orchestra.

It was one of those hard to repeat evenings in which a better combination is hard to find. SADCO is committed to promote Latin America's cultural heritage by holding extraordinary, high quality events like this concert. Honorable General Consulate of Mexico Mr. Sergio Aguilera and his lovely wife were among the attendees. During the intermission two people were recognized by SADCO. Mrs. Rosario Zerra received a special recognition from SADCO for her lifetime dedication to the arts of Latin America in Indiana. Mr. Richard Miller, owner of Fineline Printing, also received a special recognition for his support of Latin American culture in Indianapolis. SADCO will continue to work hard to bring concerts and recitals that promote Latin American cultural heritage to the Central Indiana community and encourage sponsors to support our cultural programs.

Click here to see more pictures and a video of this fabulous concert.

SADCO invites you to Formula One and Latin Party

US Grand Prix of Formula One SADCO is partnering with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the United States Grand Prix to bring Colombians and Latin Americans a "Grand Weekend" package in Indianapolis.

Package Includes:

  • Race Day ticket (includes pits walkabouts), Qualifying ticket, and ticket to SADCO's Latin Party.
  • Package Price: $100 (total savings over $30!)
  • Race tickets located in the SADCO's Juan Pablo Montoya Cheer Section - NW Vista. See all the action thru the first set of 7 turns!
  • SADCO's Latin Party will be on Saturday night June 18 from 7:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. It will be a great party with the genuine Latin style and DJ Elkin Zuluaga. Go Juan Pablo, win at US Grand Prix of Formula One!
  • Come get an up close and personal look into the F1 garages on Thursday, June 16th. The Annual USGP Pit Walkabout will take place from 8:00 a.m. until Noon. Autograph sessions with current and former drivers, live music, exotic show car displays will all take place during the morning. All you need is your race day ticket in order to attend Thursday's events.
SADCO has prepared a great Latin Party for our local community and Latin American F-1 visitors. You will enjoy a great party with the typical Latin music and food.

The Friends of Colombia Society, SADCO, is a Hispanic non-for-profit organization in Indianapolis that carries out programs and projects in the social, educational and cultural areas. The goal is to promote and support education among Hispanic youngsters through a scholarship fund and lectures focused on encouraging pursuing college education. SADCO also promotes Latin American culture through concerts, recitals, lectures, and exhibitions at schools and libraries in Central Indiana. SADCO develops orientation programs for new coming families in Indianapolis area, aid to children in need, disaster relief aid, and much more.

To order tickets send a check payable to SADCO to:

SADCO
Sociedad Amigos de Colombia
PO Box 1141
Carmel, IN 46082

Or call or email SADCO at:

E-mail us at sadcowww@iquest.net,
or call us (317) 767-7927

Support SADCO, buy this excellent F1 package and enjoy.

2005 SADCO’S RAFAEL POMBO YOUTH WRITING CONTEST

SADCO announces its first Youth Writing Contest. This contest will award students that submit an assay and get selected by a judge committee as winners in their category.

Purposes:

  • To motivate Indiana children to learn more about the positive aspects of Hispanic history, Hispanic culture, and Hispanic personalities.
  • To support the development of writing skills among young students.

    Topic for 2005 Writing Contest: Colombia. Categories:
    Three basic categories will be evaluated: elementary school children, middle school, and high school. Students may write an essay or a short story in English. Minimum requirements will be:

  • The essay will be only about positive aspects of the topic.
  • Elementary students: One to Two-page double-spaced document.
  • Middle School: Three to Four double spaced document
  • High School: At least Five-page document.

    Evaluation: A committee will evaluate all documents based on:

  • Creativity
  • Relevance of chosen topic for the Hispanic culture
  • Appropriate use of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.

    Dates for submission are September 1st through October 1st, 2005. Submissions should be sent by mail to:
    SADCO Writing Contest,
    P.O. Box 1141
    Carmel, IN 46082

    Electronic submissions will be accepted at E-mail: sadcowww@iquest.net

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    SADCO's Calendar of General Meetings

  • April 23
  • June 25
  • August 27
  • October 22

    Time:
    6:30 p.m. (dinner at 7:00 p.m.)
    Place:
    The Woodlands house, 10700 Lakeshore Drive East. Carmel, IN 46033

    • SADCO's Board Meeting Calendar

  • May 19
  • July 7
  • September 1
  • November 3

    Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: To be annunced

    • SADCO's Event Calendar of 2005

  • Latin American Concert (Eugenio Urrutia) April 17-18
  • Formula One Party, June 18
  • Formula One Race, June 19
  • Independence Day Picnic July 17
  • Fiesta Indianapolis September 17
  • Lawrence Latin Film, Latin Taste & La Rumba Festival, Oct 21-23
  • SADCO Gala, November 19
  • Children’s Christmas Party, December 11

    • Juana Watson visits with SADCO

    SADCO was honored with the visit of Juana Watson to its general membership meeting on April 23, 2004. Mrs. Watson, of Columbus, Indiana, was named to the post of Senior Adviser for Latino Affairs in the Office of the Governor Mitch Daniels. Juana Watson, who was the guest speaker for this meeting, had been awarded "Woman of Character Award" from Clarian Health and the Indystar. This is the first time the award will recognize a Latina leader. Congratulations Juana!

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    Scholarships from SADCO for 2005-2006

    The selection committee is evaluating the submitted applications for SADCO's eight $1,200-scholarships for Hispanic students for academic year 2005-2006. A record number of participating applicants was established this year. It is worth to note that the intellectual quality of most of the applicants is outstanding and above average. The winners will be announced and awarded at SADCO's Independence Day Picnic on July 17, 2004.

    Supporting SADCO

    SADCO would like to thank the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the US Grand Prix of Formula One for sponsoring and supporting SADCO's 2004 Gala and our programs and projects.
    Formula One
         SADCO would like to invite all Formula One race fans to come to the 2005 edition of the US Grand Prix. Colombians and friends of Colombia are invited. If you plan to attend feel free to contact SADCO for tickets and a special program prepared for all visitors.

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    SADCO sponsors soccer team

    Soccer team 'Las Chivas' sponsored by SADCO SADCO is sponsored a soccer team of 4th and 5th graders from IPS School #96. The team is called “Las Chivas” and they played in the indoor soccer leage at Indy Indoor Sport. There were 11 players who were provided with jerseys from SADCO. Thanks to Colleen Kliewer, Bilingual social worker IPS, for giving SADCO this opportunity to support the desire to practice a sport of this group of Hispanic kids. Go Las Chivas!

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    SADCO Donates beds to Nursing Home

    * SADCO donated seventeen (17) complete beds to the nursing home 'Asilo San Rafael' in Bucaramanga. These beds were urgently needed to provide shelter and aid to the victims of flash floodings in the metropolitan area of Bucaramanga early this year. The total donation adds up to $700.

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  • SADCO is a non-for profit organization, 501-(c ) (3). Your donation may be tax deductible.

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