November 2017 FORUM

November 2017
the FORUM
monthly newsletter
For Special Daughters & Their Fathers
compiled by Jackie Wyant, Managing Editor
Girl Scout Cookies. Take Your Daughter
to Work Day. When it comes to girls,
the United States has some pretty cool
traditions. But the Daddy-Daughter Dance has
to be one of the most memorable in the hearts
and minds of our young women.
A Daddy-Daughter Dance strengthens the
bond between a father and his daughter,
creates lifelong memories and, perhaps most
importantly, teaches girls that they need to be
treated with kindness and respect by the men
in their lives.
Cities, churches, and schools all over the U.S.
hold dances every year. But ask non-American
expats and Brazilians here, and many of them
have never even heard of a Daddy-Daughter
Dance. Fewer still have experienced one. So,
let’s once again bring this seemingly unique
American tradition to São Paulo. On November
11 th , the American Society of São Paulo will host
the second annual Daddy-Daughter Dance.
The event will be a formal affair for dads (or
father-figures) and daughters of all ages.
Usually, the girls get all dolled up in a fancy
dress. Dads throw on a suit and tie (think
matching bow tie and cummerbund at prom).
And don’t forget comfortable shoes, because
everyone will be dancing (and singing and
smiling) for all 3 hours. As an added bonus,
moms get the night off!
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SAVE THE DATE
Nov 08 Happy Hour
Nov 11 Daddy Daughter Dance
Nov 18 Angel Party
Nov 23 & 26 Thanksgiving Events
Nov 25 Softball Championship
Dec 09 Holiday Party
Start a New Holiday Tradition
by Amy Brammer, CAC Chairperson
Having arrived in São Paulo in January,
this will be our family’s first “holiday
season” outside of the US. The hot
weather is odd for us, given we are from
Illinois and white Christmases are common.
However, if we must go to the beach for
Thanksgiving, then so be it!
As we prepare for the Christmas season, is
there a special someone in your life that is
difficult to buy for? One gift option is the
White Envelope Project: “It’s just a small,
white envelope stuck among the branches
of the Christmas tree.” However, inside is
a present so grand that it can affect more
than one person this Christmas season. It
could be a donation in the name of your gift
recipient to one of the nine charities AmSoc
helps support. It could be for new sports
gear, new toys, books, school supplies, or
even a monetary donation to be used as
needed. Start a tradition that reinforces the
importance of giving this Christmas.
If you would like more information, or to
participate in the White Envelope Project,
please contact me at charity@amsoc.com.br.
To learn how this project started, go to www.
giving101.org/white-envelope-project for
the full story. Thank you! §
Cover image: Star Fruit & Mangoes
Courtesy of: Jackie Wyant

November 2017
Gratitude and Sharing
by Richard Wegman
November is a month when we celebrate
Thanksgiving! Our traditional time to
share a meal with friends and family.
A time to be thankful for the gifts we have
received, and the abundance in our lives. In the
States, many people get together to overeat,
drink, and watch football, then start all over
again for the night game.
AmSoc will be joining the Renaissance Hotel
in celebrating Thanksgiving Day with a great
banquet buffet offering over 100 delicious
items for your family’s enjoyment. They will
provide AmSoc with a special price for adults
and children, and a place where we can be
together. You can enjoy turkey with all the
fixin’s and finish the evening with pumpkin
pie. Yes, this will remind you of home, so bring
the entire family and join us on Thursday,
November 23 rd , from 7pm. Your attendance
will complete the event.
Our traditional Thanksgiving service will be
held at 6pm on November 26 th , the Sunday after
Thanksgiving, at Fellowship Church. This is a
non-denominational service, with music sung
by a choir. Immediately following the service,
we will be serving turkey sandwiches and
cranberry sauce, along with other wonderful
food and drink in the Fellowship Hall.
Speaking of gatherings, we have a few big
events in November. First, on Saturday the 18 th ,
we share our giving of thanks at the annual
Angel Party, by hosting 240 children to a day
of fun, excitement, games, activities, sports,
and Santa (Papai Noel) with his helpers. This
year, the Angel Party will be hosted by Graded
School in Morumbi; our heartfelt thanks for
supporting this amazing event.
Later on the 18 th as well, you can enjoy
the 242 nd Marine Ball, acknowledging the
honored traditions of the Marines in the
service of our country. The event is extremely
moving and has a powerful impact on all
present. It includes great food, wonderful
people, an awesome ceremony, and upbeat
dancing. See you there!
In our last Board of Governors meeting,
the Board Members wanted me to remind
everyone once again that the American Society
of São Paulo is open to all people who want to
have deep ties to our American traditions and
build community together. Please bring your
friends and neighbors to our events, and help
them join our Family.
Thank you for being my family away from
home for over 10 years. I’m grateful for the
abundance that I have in my life, and you are
part of it. It is my honor to share this season of
giving thanks with you.
Lastly, take this opportunity to experience for
yourself the impact that gratitude can have in
your life and your family; find a way to express
your gratitude on Thanksgiving Day with your
loved ones.
Sincerely,
Into the Future, Together!
OUR MISSION: The American Society of São Paulo (AmSoc) promotes
friendship by organizing social, cultural, and athletic events for its diverse
membership; encourages integration with the Brazilian society; and supports
the American traditions of education, philanthropy, and volunteerism.
Rua da Paz, 1431, Chácara Santo Antonio, 04713-001, São Paulo, SP
Tel: (11) 5182-2074 / Fax: (11) 5182-9155 / www.amsoc.com.br
PRESIDENT'S LETTER
Board of Governors
President
Richard Wegman
president@amsoc.com.br
Vice President
Judy Zanchi
vp@amsoc.com.br
Treasurer
Alan Blau
treasurer@amsoc.com.br
Secretary
secretary@amsoc.com.br
Campinas Chapter
Malcolm Macdonald
campinas@amsoc.com.br
Athletics
John Kennedy
John Mota
athletics@amsoc.com.br
Business Networking
Elias Gedeon
Fernanda Gedeon
networking@amsoc.com.br
Communications
Ariane Cartwright
communications@amsoc.com.br
Community Action Committee
Amy Brammer
charity@amsoc.com.br
Corporate Sponsorship
Isabel Franco
Arthur Lobato
Ricky Rubeiz
sponsorships@amsoc.com.br
Membership Team
Anju Kapur
Patrick Trierweiler
members@amsoc.com.br
Social
Kelly Maurice
Lucy Nunes
Lynda Perdigon
social@amsoc.com.br
Welcoming
Melinda Brenninkmeyer
welcoming@amsoc.com.br
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Welcome To Our New Members
We thank all of our new members for their support. Not a member? Join today! Visit amsoc.com.br/joinnow
NAME PARTNER NATL. AREA COMPANY EMAIL ADDRESS
Brad Brooks
Fabiana Olmos-
Brooks
American Alto de Pinheiros Thomson Reuters brad.brooks@tr.com
Colette Bounet American Vila Suzana Graded School cabounet@gmail.com
Jessy Miller Bryan Miller American Itaim Só.Snacks jessyjohn0929@gmail.com
Natalie Catlett
American/
Brazilian
Bela Vista Arte nos Fundos natalie@artenosfundos.com
Renee LaJeunesse Eric Snyder American Vila Nova Conceição renee.lajeunesse@gmail.com
Helping Hands Member
C
Campinas Member
Meet New Member Brad Brooks!
Where were you born? Hill City, Kansas
How long have you lived in Brazil? 9 years!
What do you find great about Brazil? The
people are Brazil’s greatest asset – warm, caring,
passionate.
Recommendations? It sounded strange to
me before I visited – but the drive-thru zoo,
the Simba Safari, where your small children can
get extremely close to animals while still safely
ensconced in your car. Also, the Villa Lobos
park is underrated. When the Ibirapuera park
is so crowded you cannot take a step without
bumping into someone, the section of Villa Lobos
with an entry on Av. Arruda Botelho is normally
pleasantly peaceful.
What Brazilian locations do you want to
visit? I have yet to properly explore the Pantanal
and the reported great fishing there, so it is at the
top of the list. I also have a set of rusting golf clubs
and an even rustier golf game on my hands, so
I hope to find the time to start hitting the links
around São Paulo.
If you could ask a Brazilian any question:
Catupiry cheese on pizza – why?
Meet New Member Colette Bounet!
Where were you born? Manhattan, New York,
right in the city!
How long have you lived in Brazil? I arrived
July 2017, just four months ago.
Prior overseas assignments? I grew up in
Rabat, Morocco, from age 8 to 18, and then had a
2 year stint in Lima, Peru as well.
What has surprised you about São Paulo?
The number of cars and motorcycles. Also, the
extreme temperature differences in one day!
Favorite place to hang out in São Paulo? So
far, it has been Morumbi Town Shopping, because
I came in a colder month. I am very much looking
forward to spending time every weekend at one
of many parks. I love to run on the weekends, or
sit in the sun and read a book.
Surprising fun fact about yourself? I seem
to shock everyone when I tell them I don’t drink
coffee and I don’t eat chocolate. Many think I’m
crazy. I just never enjoyed the taste of either one.
If you could ask a Brazilian any question:
How can I learn to samba? Also, what is the
most important expression for me to learn in
Portuguese?
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November 2017
Pass the Peru: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Brazil
by Todd Belmear
For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a
holiday spent with family, eating large
amounts of food, watching parades, and
football. As a child, I was fortunate to live
near my grandparent’s farm in Oklahoma. We
typically spent the long weekend at their house
while my grandmother prepared a feast fit for
royalty. Each part of the family brought dishes
contributing to the feast. Turkey, ham, sweet
potatoes, and numerous choices of pies were
the delicious tradition. We spent the holiday
watching football and catching up with family.
CONSULATE CORNER
For Americans abroad, Thanksgiving can
be a challenging holiday. For families with
children, international schools rarely give
time off for the holiday, and it is often cost
prohibitive to travel back to the U.S. for such
a short time. For some it can be a lonely
holiday, as they are missing the time with
the rest of their family. Making those favorite
traditional dishes present problems, as well,
as it is often difficult to find the ingredients
abroad. (In some countries, canned pumpkin,
stuffing, and cranberries are treated like gold
among expats during November!)
Despite these difficulties, I submit that
Thanksgiving is actually an ideal holiday for
the expat community. Thanksgiving was the
first intercultural festival between the settlers
of the “New World” and the Native Americans.
They came together to celebrate the first
Photo by Gabriel Garcia Marengo on Unsplash
successful corn harvest, thus beginning the
tradition of a bountiful feast. Each culture
brought dishes from their culture to share
with each other. In a similar way, we can use
Thanksgiving to share our culture with others
while living abroad.
If you are not returning home for the
Thanksgiving holiday, here are a few
suggestions for this year:
1 Have your own Thanksgiving celebration.
Invite Brazilians and other expats to join you for
a Thanksgiving meal. The more multicultural it
can be the better! Have everyone bring a dish
from their culture to share. During the event,
share your family Thanksgiving tradition and
invite others to share theirs as well.
2 If hosting a big dinner party intimidates you,
go to a restaurant. The beauty of celebrating
Thanksgiving abroad is that all the restaurants
are open! Invite friends to join you, but also
seek out other expats that you don’t know as
well. If you are missing the traditional tastes of
Thanksgiving, contact a restaurant in advance
and see if they can roast a turkey for the group.
3 Take a regional trip with your family or
friends. If going to the U.S. is not practical,
traveling to a nearby destination may be
feasible. Have a good time by experiencing a
new city or activity.
Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving in
the U.S. or in Brazil, remember those around
you. Try to make it as multicultural as possible,
include those with no local family, and above
all be thankful for what we have and how we
have been blessed. Happy Thanksgiving! §
@USCitsBrazil
The First Thanksgiving at Plymouth, oil on canvas by Jennie Augusta Brownscombe (1914)
The official U.S. Embassy Twitter account
for American citizens in Brazil. The English
feed features daily tips and news for the
expat community.
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November 2017
Tuck in to Turkey with Friends & Family
by Cricket Stickney and Madeleine Blankenstein, AmSoc Members
We all have reasons to be thankful. We
are thankful for being free, having
a roof over our heads, food on our
tables, and enjoying life with friends and
family. We are also deeply thankful to our
Brazilian friends for their kindness and warmth
in welcoming us to São Paulo.
Join us in celebrating this day with a wonderful
traditional Thanksgiving dinner with friends
and family at the Renaissance Hotel in the
Jardins neighborhood on November 23 rd . The
bountiful buffet includes a variety of items
to please the palate, including desserts and
non-alcoholic beverages. Members and nonmembers
of all ages are warmly welcomed to
join. We will also have fun coloring-pages and
activity books for children!
Dinner will be served in a private area in the
Terraço restaurant. Doors will open at 7pm
and dinner will begin at 8pm. Ticket prices
are R$125, with a 20% discount for AmSoc
members 12 years and older. Tickets are 50%
off for children ages 6 through 11, and free for
children 5 years and younger.
Please note that alcoholic beverages, tips,
and parking are not included in the ticket
price. The Renaissance São Paulo Hotel is
located at Alameda Santos, 2233 - Jardins.
Space is limited, so please reserve your seat in
advance. To purchase tickets, call the AmSoc
American Society of São Paulo
& Fellowship Community Church present
SERVICE
November 26, 2017 at 6pm
Fellowship Community Church
R. Carlos Sampaio, 107- Bela Vista
An interdenominational
service followed by a
reception with festive
holiday foods and
delicious fresh roasted
turkey sandwiches.
No RSVP Required
To contribute a homemade dessert,
contact David Warren at
imtdwarren2@gmail.com
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office at (11) 5182-2074, or purchase online at
AmSocThanksgiving2017.eventbrite.com. If you
have any questions about the event, please feel
free to contact Cricket at cricketmail40@gmail.
com or Madeleine at madeblank@gmail.com.
If you would like to help spread Thanksgiving in
São Paulo, we will be collecting non-perishable
food items at the dinner to be distributed to
AmSoc charities. §
Giving Thanks in Brazil
by Marilyn Diggs, AmSoc Member
DINNER CELEBRATION
Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 7pm
Renaissance Hotel
Alameda Santos, 2233 -Jardins
R$125 per non-Member | Members 20% off
Thanksgiving is a time for just that. Our
thoughts often turn to our Creator and
to the hymn “Praise God from Whom All
Blessings Flow.” Come worship with those of
like minds on Sunday, November 26 th .
The inter-denominational service at Fellowship
Community Church will begin at 6pm. It will
be followed by a reception featuring the everso-popular
turkey sandwiches, sparkling wine,
and homemade desserts. Both members and
non-members are welcome to attend. Bring
your families and friends.
A FABULOUS TRADITIONAL TURKEY DINNER WITH ALL
THE TRIMMINGS, TO CELEBRATE THE TIMELESS
AMERICAN OBSERVANCE OF THANKSGIVING DAY!
AmSocThanksgiving2017.eventbrite.com
or call the office at (11) 5182.2074
The church is located at Rua Carlos Sampaio,
107, in Bela Vista, and no RSVP is required.
You´ll find convenient parking nearby, close
to the Brigadeiro Metro. If you are able to
contribute a homemade dessert, please contact
David Warren at imtdwarren2@gmail.com. §
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November 2017
Isabel Franco: Combatting Corruption
compiled by Jackie Wyant, Managing Editor
Born in Brazil, Isabel Franco spent the most
significant years of her life in the US. In
1975, she left Brazil and never thought
she would return. But she did, many times.
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
Isabel decided to go to law school in São
Paulo. She was so happy to get into the state
university of USP. Though as time passed, she
felt she had to go back to the US. So, Isabel
went for her master’s degree at Fordham
University in New York.
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There, she heard for the first time of a statute
(the FCPA, or Foreign Corruption Practices
Act) that punishes companies for corruption
outside the US. Enacted in 1977 after the
Watergate scandal, the FCPA started being
fiercely enforced after a few years of existence.
When Isabel learned of this statute for the first
time, she was astounded. She had seen firsthand
how US multinationals behave extremely
well in the US, but badly misbehave in Brazil.
While saints at home, outside of the US these
companies would make arrangements with
competitors, divide markets, pay bribes, and
do anything to get a contract here and there.
Isabel fell in love with the fight against
corruption. She spent many years in New York,
specializing in the subject, until one day she
thought it was time to return to her birthcountry
and contribute to her own homeland.
Thus, Isabel came back to Brazil. Her immediate
family, who stayed in the US, could not believe
it. Her friends – to this day – ask her why she
returned to this troubled country. Isabel has a
very good reason why: she humbly wanted to
make a contribution to her homeland with the
knowledge she had gained in the US. Isabel
felt she could somehow help the Brazilian
community with her knowledge of compliance
and how to combat corruption in entities.
Believe it or not, companies have an extremely
important role in society. After family and
school, companies are the ones that continue
providing for people’s education. It is their
vital role! Therefore, Isabel felt that if she could
help educate organizations, they will then pass
Isabel Franco was recently ranked Band 1 in Compliance
that education forward to the development
of their army of workers. Organizations can
help employees make a difference. Brazil is a
perfect test balloon for Isabel’s fight against
corruption – this place is indeed a challenge.
However, given its size, its massive territory, its
huge population, it is also the perfect place to
roll up your sleeves!
This year, Isabel was rewarded for her
dedication in a very special way. She was
selected by the US government (Department
of Justice and the Securities Exchange
Commission) to monitor the activities of
a Brazilian company that entered into a
Plea Agreement with the US authorities. A
settlement of this sort usually comes with
the imposition a monitor, an independent
professional who is appointed to ensure that
the company will behave in accordance with
its commitment to the agreement.
The selection procedure was a long and deep
process. All the details of the candidates'
personal and professional lives are checked.
The whole process is very confidential, but
Isabel is able to share with her friends the joy
and pride of having been chosen for such a
distinguished position – the first Brazilian ever
(although she holds dual citizenship). It means
a lot to her, personally and professionally.
Isabel sincerely believes that by each person
doing his/her part, we can all contribute to
a better, corruption-free world. In the near
future, the new governments can invest this
kind of money in developing better quality of
life for people, with better schools, improved
hospitals, and the eradication of poverty. She
invites you all to be a part of this movement of
combatting corruption! §
A valued and active AmSoc member,
Isabel Franco has been a dedicated
Board Member for over 5 years. This is
the second year she's volunteered to be
the gracious host of our Members-Only
Holiday Party at her private home.
Nominate a member
Do you know an AmSoc member who
has an excellent story to tell about how
they've made a difference in our greater
community? Nominate someone else, or
nominate yourself!
Our Managing Editor would love to hear
from you and publish your story. Send an
email to forum@amsoc.com.br with the
positive impact you've made in São Paulo
(and Brazil!) and look to be featured in an
upcoming FORUM issue!
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Daughters & Fathers
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The dance will take place at Fellowship
Community Church in Bela Vista. A variety
of delicious finger foods will be available. A
professional photographer will be on hand to
take free formal portraits and candid shots
from the dance floor. Plus, a special DJ will be
playing all the latest and greatest dance tunes!
Like all AmSoc events, we encourage you to
spread the word to fellow Americans, but more
importantly, to parents and girls from other
countries. Some dances like these in the U.S.
have several thousands of dads and daughters
in attendance. Tickets are limited and we
expect this event will sell out fast!
Saturday,
from
daughter
to
per couple at the door
each additional daughter
As always, volunteers are needed to decorate,
and to help out during the event. Please
contact the AmSoc office at contact@amsoc.
com.br to sign up for a shift.
Come join us at this wonderful chance for dads
and daughters to make a memory, express
their love and respect for each other, and dance
the night away. §
Leopoldo Santos MD
Dermatologist
Hair & Scalp Disorders
Rua Mato Grosso 306 . Conj 501
Higienópolis . São Paulo . SP 01239-040
Tel +55 11 3259 5055
+55 11 96255 5055
www.leopoldosantos.com
Individual income
tax preparation
and consulting
• Tax planning
• Estimated taxes
• US Federal tax returns
• Brazilian tax returns
• Tax equalization
Marcelo Calvoso
Tel 55 11 5572 5411
Cel 55 11 99121 8811
mcalvoso@uol.com.br
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November 2017
Campinas: an International Melting Pot
by Renata Zangelmi, AmSoc-Campinas Member
AMSOC-CAMPINAS
Campinas AmSoc members are remarkable
in their diversity. We are an international
group made up of Americans, Brazilians,
assorted Spanish-speaking nationalities,
Norwegians, Canadians, Italians, Turks, and
many more. This is more in tune with the
history of the region than one might think. The
first challenge is to figure out where to draw the
line to separate the locals from the foreigners.
By the mid-19 th century, the colonial
sugarcane farms were replaced by large
coffee plantations. The Campinas region
had around 300 coffee farmers, many of
whom became known as “Coffee Barons”
such as Barão de Itapura, Barão Geraldo, and
Barão de Paranapanema.
During the second half of the 19 th century,
calls for the abolition of slavery intensified
and happily came to pass. As a result,
farmers began to seek new labor abroad. At
the same time, conflicts in Europe, as well
as the Civil War in the US, resulted in a mass
inflow of immigrants to Brazil.
In 1852, a group of nine families from
Germany settled in Fazenda Sete Quedas
(now called Swiss Park). Later, some of
these immigrants founded Friedburg (in
the Viracopos Airport vicinity). In 1888,
approximately 500 Swiss immigrants
founded Helvetia.
From 1866 to 1890, Americana and Santa
Barbara d’Oeste received confederate
American refugees who had left the American
Civil War behind. They brought cotton and the
plow. Later came the Italians, and finally the
textile industries. The majority of the Italians
settled on coffee farms in the regions of Arraial
dos Souzas, Joaquim Egídio, Valinhos, Vinhedo,
and Jaguariúna.
By the 1880s, the flourishing city of Campinas
was competing in prestige with the wealthy
city of São Paulo. Unfortunately, disaster struck
in 1889 when Campinas had its population
decimated by a Yellow Fever outbreak. The
population of the city was reduced by 70%,
due to the emigration of its elite to safer areas
and the devastation of vulnerable immigrants
and ex-slaves. During and after the Great
Depression, as well as the 1930 Revolution,
immigration was more restricted; though
we can note the settlement of the Dutch
during this time in the area now known as
Holambra. After the Second World War, foreign
investment picked up in the Campinas
area when multinational companies started
establishing in the region, such as Rhodia
(1942), Rigesa (1942), 3M (1946), Bosch (1960),
Clark (1964), and IBM (1971), among others.
The start of the 21 st century now sees
Campinas as a major hub of business, with
a variety of industry leaders establishing
themselves in and around the area: Azul,
the Brazilian-American founded airline;
pharmaceutical and high-tech electronics
industries such as Medley, PPG, and Samsung;
and regional automotive factories by Honda,
Toyota, Hyundai, and Mercedes Benz.
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So as we look back to over the last 150 years,
it is impossible to really draw the line to
separate what is local and what is foreign.
Campinas has reached a point at which foreign
culture and knowledge constantly enters our
lives through education, entertainment,
news, food, fashion and many other means.
We are proud that our Campinas Chapter of
AmSoc reflects this proud tradition. §
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AMSOC-CAMPINAS
Jogando Juntos
by Ariene Fonseca, Community Action - Campinas Chapter
On Sunday, October 8 th , the American
Society of São Paulo in Campinas
proudly sponsored the second Jogando
Juntos, a community outreach sports program
between Grupo Primavera and the American
School of Campinas.
Eighty children between the ages of 9 and 14
were invited into EAC (Escola Americana de
Campinas) campus to spend the day together
at a sports camp. Grupo Primavera kids do
not currently have a space to learn the skills
needed for outdoor or indoor sports. Therefore,
the time spent at Jogando Juntos learning the
discipline and the skill sets taught in sports is
truly a beneficial experience for their growth.
Soccer, basketball, and volleyball were taught
in clinics organized by the 11 th and 12 th grade
students at EAC. AmSoc-Campinas sponsorship
has helped to bridge the distance that
separates these kids. §
Campinas Chapter
Leadership Team
Chapter Leader
Malcolm Macdonald
campinas@amsoc.com.br
November 2017
Membership
Tania Alfonso
members.campinas@amsoc.com.br
Community Action
Ariene Fonseca
CAC.campinas@amsoc.com.br
Events
Manu Moreno
events.campinas@amsoc.com.br
Marketing & Graphics
Jennifer Licko
marketing.campinas@amsoc.com.br
Bem Vindo!
Paula Mitre
bemvindo.campinas@amsoc.com.br
Submit Your Content
What discoveries have you made in São
Paulo city and the surrounding area?
We'd like to hear from you!
See page 16 for recommendations from
an AmSoc-Campinas member.
To be featured in our next Members
Recommend, send an email to forum@
amsoc.com.br with your personal
recommendations on how to enjoy all
that São Paulo (and Brazil!) has to offer.
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November 2017
When Your Generosity Comes Full Circle
by Amy Brammer, CAC Chairperson
If we know where we came from, we may
better know where to go. ~ Anonymous.
Imagine visiting a country for the first time in
35 years and simply knowing “this is a part
of me.”
Joseph Smith was born José Luis in Brazil in
1977, and ended up in a São Paulo orphanage
as a toddler. At the age of five and a half, he
was adopted by an American family. He had a
great life in the United States; a good family,
education, and even served in the United
States Army. In the military, he learned a
lot about himself, but still, he felt “empty.”
His growing need over the years to discover
more about his past and where he came from
increased to a calling. He was “sick of filling
out forms and putting down ‘other’ for race
or ethnicity” when he was unsure at the
time where he was truly from. He began to
research his heritage: Brazil.
His emotions were at war within themselves.
“Within the last two or three years, I have
been feeling this need to complete a wish
or dream. I wanted to go back to Brazil and
try to find any part of my past life, my family,
maybe just a bit of anything. Other times I
have felt a pullback as well. However, I felt
a need to go to Brazil, touch the land of my
birth; although, I thought maybe at this time
I’m not ready?”
He began to research neglected and orphaned
children in Brazil, and the impact of the sheer
numbers of children sent him into action. He
decided to visit Brazil for his 40 th birthday and
start where it all began for him. He found a
connection, a home for children. Casa Limiar,
one of the nine charities that the American
Society helps support, and one of the two Gala
charities for 2018. This connection led him to
the American Society and a visit to Casa Limiar.
After some investigating by AmSoc Casa Limiar
liaison, Kristy Miranda (who has been involved
with Casa Limiar since 2012), it turns out that
José was one of the first orphans that was
adopted with the help of Casa Limiar's founder,
Nancy Cameron. At that time, beloved Nancy,
moved by the need to help these children,
started finding adoptive families abroad. She
later purchased and donated a house which
is the current Casa Limiar home. (Since José’s
adoption, foreign adoption laws in Brazil have
changed significantly and are quite restrictive.)
Kristy describes today’s Casa Limiar as, “a
beautifully run home for children in vulnerable
situations ranging in age from newborn up to
18 years, when they age out of the program.
In certain circumstances, some kids are eligible
for adoption, and Casa Limiar works with the
judicial system to place the children in loving
homes. The actual house José would have lived
in no longer exists as everything was moved
COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE
Nancy Cameron, founder of Casa Limiar
to the current home after Nancy donated it for
this purpose.” Today's Casa Limiar is the place
where Joseph Smith visited and finally was
able to feel like José Luis.
Kristy and another Casa Limiar volunteer,
Mity Watanabe, took José under their wings
and helped him prepare for his arrival at Casa
Limiar. They treated him like family, inviting
him into their homes as if they had known
each other for years. They offered José a
traditional Brazilian dinner and helped him
make special gifts for each child of Casa
Limiar. Furthermore, they assisted him in
finding a group present for the home that
would bring smiles to all of their faces and
arotatinglibraryofEnglishbooksforkids
Registration is still open!
Limit of 15 families in each group.
10 English-language books in each bag.
Exchange by the 15 th of each month.
Two age groups: 1-3 years & 4-7 years
Cost for the year
(September 2017 - September 2018):
R$100 per bag for AmSoc members
R$200 per bag for non-members
For more information:
bookstogo@amsoc.com.br
To sponsor a child, Sue Banman Sileci
at angelparty.sponsors@amsoc.com.br
For other information, Kristy Miranda
at angelparty.chair@amsoc.com.br
American Society of São Paulo's
18 th Annual
Angel Party
Saturday, November 18
@ Graded School
Providing São Paulo's neediest children with the
Christmas of their dreams.
A day of fun-filled activities, celebrations, and
personalized gift bags for each child.
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November 2017
leave a lasting memory of their new-found
brother. José explains that he was “moved by
their amazing actions and deeds, each giving
with huge hearts and a love for improving
the lives of those less fortunate. I am honored
to know them and feel as they are long-lost
aunties I’ve never had.”
The night before brought little sleep for José,
for tomorrow would bring him face-to-face
with his history. The morning brought even
more nerves and anticipation of what to
expect. José was quiet on the trip to Casa
Limiar. I imagine a thousand thoughts raced
through his mind.
I asked him what was his first impression as
he entered the gate to Casa Limiar? “When
the gate lifted up, I was amazed by how
beautiful the grounds were and how it
seemed in this neighborhood of dirty streets
and broken homes. How strong this house
looked; but yet, how fragile each person was
inside it. I was thinking I was going to see a
bit of a run-down place.”
What I remember most was the smile on
his face as Luiza Oliveira, Casa Limiar’s
“house mom” and caretaker, welcomed him
with open arms and tears. José established
a quick connection with Luiza. “Being
around her, I felt so much hope, strength,
and unconditional love mixed with a little
sadness. But so much heart. She is my family
that was lost. Though we aren't of birth
family, we are of the same story and pasts
and of the strength of what good people are
and can be.”
We toured the home with stories of Luiza’s
memories (also a child of an orphanage).
Also, some of José’s childhood memories
were triggered by the situation - a glimpse of
a moment, the taste of the juice at lunch, the
sounds of the kids running around. José fits in
with the Casa Limiar family seamlessly, and
it is a family. A special unit of people doing
life together: teaching, guiding, protecting,
and most of all loving each other.
José Luis (left) with Luiza Oliveira of Casa Limiar (right)
José’s present to the home was a trampoline.
During the morning, as we put the trampoline
together, children came and went to school.
The reaction was always the same, excitement
and then pure joy when they were finally
able to jump on it. Even though the gift was
fun, new, and exciting, the story behind it will
linger for years of the orphan boy who grew
into a man with a servant’s heart. The man
who found his way back to his beginning and
along the way discovered a lot about himself,
made lifelong friends, and found a family of
kindred spirits.
I asked José what his thoughts were as he
was leaving Casa Limiar that day, “The fact of
actually being there and saying to myself that ‘I
am here. I feel that Brazil is my motherland, it’s
the place of my birth, of my heart and blood.”
At one point during the day, Luiza wiped
her tears, and perhaps summed up the visit
perfectly, “He is one of us.” §
"Thank you to the American Society
for my first step, for making my dream
possible by encouraging me so that I could
do something out of my comfort zone in
so many ways. Thank you, Amy, Megan,
and Andrea, for all the communication
and positive reinforcement and support."
José Luiz
This is amonthly volunteering opportunity connecting AmSoc members
with kids at our sponsored charities through fun and engaging activities.
Each month, a group of volunteers participates in apre-planned event.
Here’s what you can do:
Help plan events: AmSoc knows the kids and organizations, but we need
dedicated volunteers to help plan the logistics of the actual events.
From things like buying nail polish for a salon day, to securing tickets to
a soccer game, we need people to help organize.
Volunteer at the events: Make note of our upcoming events, and
when the reminder comes out, commit to volunteering. Then just
show up and participate. It’s as simple as that!
email volunteers@amsoc.com.br andcomeSMILEwithus!
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November 2017
Annual Softball Championship
by John Kennedy, Athletics Chairman
The year-ending softball season is now
upon us, and the annual championship
tournament is scheduled for November
25 th at Graded School in Morumbi, starting
at 1pm.
Shortly after this newsletter is published,
soft-ballers will be playing in a family
tournament on November 4 th at Graded
school. We hope that this will encourage
many of the fathers and mothers to join us
in our annual adult softball championship 2
weeks later.
About 8 teams participate on an annual
basis, coming from both the American
2016 Champions: The AmSoc Team
and Brazilian communities. We play a
round-robin of games to determine the
4 best teams. These teams then play in
the semifinals, followed by a final game
between the 2 best teams, with trophies
issued for the team championship, as well as
for the single Most Valued Player.
If you want to play some competitive
softball, do get in touch with the AmSoc
office at (11) 5182-2074, or email us at
athletics@amsoc.com.br. Whether you want
to enter your own team, or join our AmSoc
team, we’d love to hear from you. Now, let’s
play some ball! §
PAST SOFTBALL CHAMPIONS
1995 US Consulate
1996 Yana - Toyotex
1997 US Consulate
1998 O’Malley’s Bar
1999 O’Malley’s Bar
2000 O’Malley’s Bar
2001 Ford
2002 PACA School
2003 PACA School
2004 Chapel School
2005 Stormin’ Mormons
2006 AmSoc
2007 AmSoc
2008 Cougars
2009 Cougars
2010 AmSoc
2011 Cougars
2012 Cougars
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2015 AmSoc
2016 AmSoc
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ATHLETICS
A New Sport is Coming to the YSP!
by John Mota, Athletics Coordinator
November 2017
The month of September and October
Youth Sports Program (YSP) practices
at Graded and PACA took place on
sunny Saturdays, which always helps a lot.
Our venues remain at these schools until the
end of the season. Please check the calendar
for the next Saturday dates and locations.
Thank You
Our program was recently able to count on
the support of Saint Paul’s School. The school
staff was very helpful, and prompt in their
assistance. Unfortunately, that Saturday
morning was one of those heavy rain days,
and we had to cancel the program for the
day. We were very happy with the school’s
cooperation, and we will surely invite them
to host again early next season.
Coach Needed
We continue our search for a volunteer
volleyball coach. Please let us know at
ysp@amsoc.com.br if you know someone
who might be interested in teaching young
and eager students this popular sport. This
position will rotate with the other volleyball
coaches, so a time commitment to every
Saturday is not necessary.
New Sport Offered
We are working with a sailing club at the
Guarapiranga water reservoir to provide
an English-only Sailing Camp for our
AmSoc kids, ages 8 to 16, in the second
week of January 2018. We know some
families return home for the end-of-year
festivities, but other families stay in Brazil
for the December-January vacation. We
are still working on the details, so the full
information will be sent out via an email
from AmSoc as soon as possible. There will
be limited spots! §
2017 SEASON 2 CALENDAR
MONTH DAY LOCATION
Nov 04 Graded School
Nov 11 PACA
Nov 18 PACA
Nov 25 Graded School
Dec 02 Graded School
All Youth Sports photos courtesy of John
Mota, Athletics Coordinator. Thank you!
TIME SLOT
9AM to
10:30AM
9:30AM to
10:30AM
10:30AM to
12PM
2017 SEASON 2 SCHEDULE
SPORT
Soccer, Girls (ages 5-8 & 9-13)
Soccer, Boys (ages 5-8 & 9-13)
Basketball (coed ages 8-13)
Baseball (coed ages 8-13)
Flag Football (coed ages 8-13)
Volleyball (coed ages 8-13)
If you'd like to volunteer to help coach or
assist, contact our Athletics Coordinator,
John Mota, at ysp@amsoc.com.br or
WhatsApp +55 (11) 99622-2177.
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November 2017
Japanese Art Fused with Brazilian Tropicalia
by Marlene Rubeiz, AmSoc Member
When AmSoc asked me to help them
find a significant Brazilian artist, for
the donation of a painting to adorn
the cover of AmSoc’s annual Membership
Directory & Resource Guide for 2018, I
immediately thought about a recent art exhibit
I had seen of one Taro Kaneko.
Knowing the donated piece would then
become part of AmSoc’s art collection,
which will later be auctioned at the annual
Gala, I contacted the owners of FaceArt
Gallery - personal friends of mine - to see
if they would be willing to help in this
endeavour. Francisco and Eugenia Assis
(recently retired curator of MASP - Museu de
Arte de São Paulo) were thrilled to help us,
and convinced Taro to donate.
Taro Kaneko was born in 1953 in São Paulo to
Japanese parents. His drawing and painting
skills led him to pursue architecture courses
at USP, although his life has been dedicated
to his painting, which has an unmistakable
look. Taro’s paintings have visible origins in
his Japanese heritage, mixed with his strong
feeling for Brazil’s nature. He uses strong colors
and thick brush strokes, which sometimes
seem almost transparent, creating movement
and an almost ethereal effect.
His paintings have been exhibited in
Washington, DC, twice, in The Gallery of
Marlene Rubeiz (left), Eugenia Assis (middle), and Francisco Assis (right) with Taro's donated piece
Latin American Contemporary Art at the
OEA, in Tokyo and Niigata in Japan, as well as
other countries. In Brazil, his work has been
shown in many major galleries, as well as the
prestigious São Paulo MASP.
We feel privileged to be the recipient of his
donation, and we especially thank Eugenia
and Francisco for facilitating this. §
For more on Taro Kaneko's work, visit the
Associação Profissional de Artistas Plásticos
de São Paulo website: www.apap.art.br/
associados/327/taro-kaneko/
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November 2017
Come Celebrate the Holiday Season with Us
by Carolyn Wong, AmSoc Member
The holidays can be a time for creating
new traditions while you are away from
home. Whether you are new to São Paulo
or have resided here for years, we hope that
you will make AmSoc's annual Holiday Party a
part of your new holiday traditions. This year,
the party will be held on Saturday, December
9 th , at 8pm. Board Member Isabel Franco is
graciously hosting the party again, at her
beautiful home and gardens in Chácara Flora.
If you are new to São Paulo, rest assured that
there are many special holiday activities to look
forward to, including our Holiday Party!
As we start thinking of shopping for our dear
ones, what would make a better gift than a
special memento from Brazil. A local favorite
for finding unique and reasonably priced gifts
is the Feira de Arte e Artesanato (an open air arts
& crafts fair) held on weekends and holidays
in the historical city-center of Embu das Artes.
Located just 27 kilometers away from São
Paulo, here you will find galleries, jewelry,
clothing, leather goods, furniture, linens, lace,
decorative items, and carpets. While there,
treat yourself to restaurants serving regional
specialties, live music, and free samples of
cachaça and local goodies from various shops.
You can wander the cobblestone streets, admire
colonial architecture, and visit a Jesuit residence
completed in 1740 that now houses a Sacred
Arts Museum, and the nearby Church of Our
Lady of the Rosary completed in about 1690.
Here in the city of São Paulo, you will find fairs
held by several of our partners. Our friends at
the INC (International Newcomers Club) has
their next Bazaar Day on November 8 th : check
their website (www.newcomers-sp.com.br) for
additional info. The British Society of São Paulo
is holding its Christmas Bazaar this year on
December 2 nd : more info can be found on their
site (britishsociety.org.br). Christmas lights will
be on display throughout the city, including at
Avenida Paulista, Rua Normandia (a charming
side street in Moema), Parque Ibirapuera, as
well as your favorite shopping mall.
After you’ve run yourself ragged seeing all
the sights, buying all the Christmas gifts, and
Our Annual
Holiday Party
participating in all of the busy-city holiday
activities, come and relax at one of the oldest
AmSoc traditions: the annual Holiday Party.
Don't miss the homemade eggnog, caroling,
satisfying gourmet appetizers, bubbly drinks
and other spirits, festive decorations, and
spirited conversation with friends old and new.
All this tucked away in a lush and peaceful
garden in Chácara Flora, where you will feel
miles away from the hustle and bustle of the
big city of São Paulo.
Mark your calendar to RSVP by December
4 th . You can pay in advance online at
amsocholiday2017.eventbrite.com, or call the
AmSoc office at (11) 5182-2074 to reserve your
ticket. We look forward to celebrating the
season with you during this one-of-a-kind,
not-to-be-missed event on December 9 th . §
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Celebrate in Chácara Flora
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November 2017
A Little Nashville in Campinas
by Jennifer Licko, AmSoc-Campinas Marketing & Graphics
MEMBERS RECOMMEND: CAMPINAS
Campinas is the home of a new music
venue called ‘Nashville’ and they
are describing themselves as: ‘The
atmosphere of Nashville in Brazil.’ I’m a
southern girl who loves pulled pork BBQ at
the neighbors pig pickin’, tailgating at any
event and listening to live country music in
the middle of an open field...so I was ready
for a night of Nashville!
The entrance was contained in a nicely
gated area with plenty of space for potential
outdoor crowds waiting in line. The facade
was a warehouse-style solid brick wall with
the ‘Nashville Bar’ logo marked with a rustic
stamped font. Upon entering, I was met with
an open space lined by a simple bar on one
side, an ample-sized stage at the front, and
a few bar-style seating options. Most people
will be standing at this venue because seating
and tables are limited. The ceiling and walls
were plastered with various American, Irish,
and Brazilian brands, as well as license plates
from the USA. Many Facebook reviewers
described the bar as looking very similar
to an Orlando bar, which I can only guess is
due to this ‘put together’ decor. Fair enough.
It’s hard to make a music bar look like it has
history when it’s brand new.
The most important element of a ‘Nashville
Bar’ is the music, so let’s get to the good
stuff. The house band started around 8:40pm.
I loved the early start time, allowing us
to enjoy the music and still be home at a
reasonable hour - which also sends the
message that this is a bar for adults. The band
was comprised of Marcel Ziul on guitar and
vocals, Felipe Fidelis on bass, Gê Souza on
keys, and Mário Lima on drums. They were
professional, well prepared, experienced, and
quite frankly #AWESOME. Every song was in
English, but they never played a country song.
They passionately played hits like Purple
Rain by Prince, and Come Together by The
Beatles. Their interpretations brought songs
to life with lengthy arrangements, due to
many guitar and keyboard solos played with
undeniable respect and love for the music.
Son of the well known singer Chitãozinho,
Allison Lima joined the band for the second
set on guitar and vocals. He also sang all songs
in English but had a folk/Americana vibe.
Playing well known covers, he included songs
like Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash and
certainly made the venue feel a little more
Volunteer of the Month
The amazing volunteer of the month for
November is Amy Brammer!
Amy Brammer
Though she has 3 young boys to keep her busy,
Amy jumped right in to take care of organizing
over 130 prizes for this year's Casino Royale
Gala, and was an integral part of the organizing
committee. From start to finish, she was a
pro. She also volunteered to help organize the
Halloween party, joined the AmSoc Board, and
has taken over leadership of the Community
Action Committee (CAC)! Thanks Amy!
To nominate the next Volunteer of the Month, email forum@amsoc.com.br
FriendsofAmSocwelcome!
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MEMBERS RECOMMEND: CAMPINAS
November 2017
organic. (FYI, I interviewed Allison Lima for
our AmSoc-Campinas Artist Spotlight series
hosted by Escola Americana de Campinas,
and it will be posted soon on the Website
Blog page amsoc.com.br/campinas-blog.)
"The facade was a
warehouse-style solid
brick wall with the
‘Nashville Bar’ logo
marked with a rustic
stamped font."
#OFCOURSE Nashville is undeniably most
famous for its historic and still-thriving
country music scene. Nashville’s rock ‘n ‘roll
scene has always suffered from what’s been
referred to as “the Nashville Curse,” which
refers to the fact that Rock and Roll bands do
not do well in Nashville (of course, there are
always a few exceptions). Luckily for this local
Nashville Bar, Campinas doesn’t carry that
same curse.
Gathering a small group of my music friends
to head out and enjoy the Nashville house
band, featuring Allison Lima, was the
perfect way to spend a Thursday evening. It
was unfortunate that the bar wasn’t packed
to capacity, because the band warranted a
larger audience. Several Facebook reviewers
stated that the beer was overpriced and the
acoustics were bad for music, and I can agree
with both of those statements. However,
it wouldn’t stop me from returning. There
was a great drink selection and a limited
food menu. Therefore, I would recommend
eating dinner before arriving for drinks and
live music.
#INSUMMARY, if you are looking for a Bluebird
Cafe or Legends Corner experience here in
Campinas, then I would suggest booking
a flight to Nashville. However, if you are
looking for a really cool, music-driven bar
that is catered to adults rather than kids,
then I think this is your spot. Would I return?
#ABSOLUTELY. §
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November 2017
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November 2017
Meeting New Members
by Judy Zanchi, Vice President
Our New Member Coffee was held on
September 28 th . We welcomed 12 new
members with coffee, apple crisp, good
conversation, and a chance to tell members
about all that AmSoc can offer.
Our new members include a West Point grad,
a professional chocolate maker/lecturer, a St.
Paul’s mom and dad of 6-year-old twins, an
NFL blogger, a new Campinas member, and our
new AmSoc communications manager! What a
great group.
If you have recently joined AmSoc, or if you
have been a member for awhile and have never
attended a coffee, please make plans to join
us at the next coffee in Jardins on Thursday,
November 9 th , at the home of one of our board
members. To reserve your spot, please email
welcoming@amsoc.com.br to get your name
on the list. §
American Society of São Paulo’s Welcoming Committee present
November 9 th @ 10:30am
Location provided upon RSVP
Come meet other new members &
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
November 2017
Learn more about upcoming American Society events at www.amsoc.com.br
04 Saturday
9AM to 12PM
08 Wednesday
9AM to 2PM
08 Wednesday
7PM to 10PM
09 Thursday
10:30AM
11 Saturday
9AM to 12PM
11 Saturday
7PM to 9PM
18 Saturday
9AM to 12PM
18 Saturday
1PM to 5PM
18 Saturday
6PM to 12AM
23 Thursday
6PM to 10PM
25 Saturday
9AM to 12PM
25 Saturday
1PM to 6PM
26 Sunday
6PM to 8PM
AmSoc Youth Sports Program
soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and football
PLUS a fun family softball day
International Newcomers Club
Bazaar day!
AmSoc Happy Hour
catch up with old friends and make new ones
AmSoc New Member Coffee
network, learn about upcoming events, and meet
board members
AmSoc Youth Sports Program
soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and football
AmSoc Daddy Daughter Dance
a formal affair for dads & daughters of all ages,
with food, dancing, and photo ops
AmSoc Youth Sports Program
soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and football
AmSoc Angel Party
a day full of fun for 240 children
from our charitable organizations
242 nd Marine Corps Birthday Ball
with cocktails, dinner, and dancing
AmSoc Thanksgiving Dinner
traditional turkey dinner w/ all the fixings
AmSoc Youth Sports Program
soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and football
AmSoc Adult Softball Tournament
1-day tournament
Fellowship Thanksgiving Service
a non-denominational service w/ turkey sandwiches
plus other food and beverages
Location: Graded School (Av. José Galante, 425)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br/youthsports
Location: Espaco Escandinavo (R. Job Lane 1030)
Information: www.newcomers-sp.com.br
Location: Drosophyla Bar & Restaurant (R. Nestor Pestana, 163)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br
For details, see ad on page on page 16
Location: Provided upon RSVP
Information: Melinda B. at welcoming@amsoc.com.br
For details, see article on page 19
Location: PACA - Pan American Christian Academy (R. Cássio de
Campos Nogueira, 393)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br/youthsports
Location: Fellowship Community Church (R. Carlos Sampaio, 107)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br
For details, see article on page 1
Location: PACA - Pan American Christian Academy (R. Cássio de
Campos Nogueira, 393)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br/youthsports
Location: Graded School (Av. José Galante, 425)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br
For details, see article on page 10
Location: Provided upon RSVP
For details, see ad on page 18
Location: Renaissance Hotel (Alameda Santos, 2233)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br
For details, see article on page 5
Location: Graded School (Av. José Galante, 425)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br/youthsports
Location: Graded School (Av. José Galante, 425)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br
For details, see article on page 12
Location: Fellowship Community Church (R. Carlos Sampaio, 107)
Information: www.amsoc.com.br
For details, see article on page 5
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