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International Cultural Festival 2011

31,000 members from over 100 countries make us a really diverse union - something worth celebrating! International Cultural Festival is back this year hosting a week of activities and events to celebrate and showcase our international groups.

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What's On

Mon 6th February

ICF - Ong-bak: Muay Thai Warrior: noon - 2pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Taiwan Festival: 2pm - 5pm; Riley Smith Hall; Get a taste of Taiwanese food, enjoy marvellous Taiwanese culture and have fun with exciting games.

ICF - Bachehay-e Aseman: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - To Be: 5:30pm - 7:10pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Together: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Debating International Issues: 6pm - 7pm; Miall Lecture Theatre, Baines Wing; An introduction to debating International issues in a UN format.

ICF - Women Without Men: 7:30pm - 9:10pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Laskar Pelangi: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 4; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - L-Auberge Espegnole: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Shooting Dogs: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Karoke: 8pm - midnight; Old Bar; Come and sing you heart out in the Old Bar

Tue 7th February

Bangers and Mash at the Terrace: 11am - 8pm; The Terrace; The Terrace will be serving bangers and mash all day in celebration of British day

International Film Festival - The Italian Job: 11am - noon; Old Bar; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of British film today in the Old Bar - all films are free.

International Film Festival - East is East: 1pm - 3pm; Old Bar; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Afternoon Tea in the Hidden Cafe: 3pm - 4pm; The Hidden Cafe; Part of British day, come and enjoy a traditional cream tea in the Hidden Cafe

Internation Film Festival - Snatch: 3pm - 5pm; Old Bar; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Copper Dragon Brewery Tour: 5pm - 10pm; Meet at Leeds Train Station underneath the main departure boards; Part of British day this is a brilliant chance to look around a local real ale brewery

International Film Festival - Shaun of the Dead: 5pm - 7pm; Old Bar; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Garden State: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Persepolis: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Middle Eastern Mosaic: 5:30pm - 6:30pm; The Treehouse; Join the Islamic society in a class on how to make traditional plaster mosaic patterns of the Middle East

ICF - The Motorcycle Diaries: 6pm - 8:15pm; Cinema (LT2.31) Clothworkers North; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

ICF - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1: 7pm - 9:30pm; Old Bar; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Ceilidh: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Riley Smith Hall; Part of British day - join Folk Soc for an evening of Traditional Celtic dancing with live music

ICF - The Kite Runner: 7:30pm - 9:45pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Politiki Kouzina: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - The Adventists: 7:30pm - 8:30pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - The First Grader: 7:30pm - 9:15pm; Meeting Room 4; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

ICF - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2: 9:30pm - 11:30pm; Old Bar; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Wed 8th February

Libyan Cultural Day: 11am - 4pm; Riley Smith Hall; The Libyan society introduce a day of events celebrating their rich cultural history.

Green Room Open Day: noon - 5pm; The Green Room, behind the Edge; Tour the University of Leeds' dedicated islamic prayer room.

Postgrads Ice Breaker: 5pm - 7pm; LUU Lounge; Meet fellow Postgrad students from around the world.

IFF - The Kingdom of Solomon: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Oh My God: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; LUU Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - The Tree of Life: 5:30pm - 7:15pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Black Natural Hair Workshop: 6pm - 7pm; Meeting Room 6; Come and join us as we explore the beauty of black natural hair.

Poetry Slam: 7pm - 8:30pm; Riley Smith Hall; Exploring different cultures through a series of short, witty and through-provoking spoken word performances

Around the World in Henna Days: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 6; Learn the different henna styles and try them out.

International Film Festival - History Boys: 7:30pm - 10pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International film Festival - Kama Sutra: 7:30pm - 10:30pm; Meeting room 5, LUU; a tale of love

International Film Festival - Merong Mahawangsa: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Okuribito: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Thu 9th February

I-Fiesta: 11am - 4pm; LUU Foyer; The Vegetarian Food, Food, and Mexican Societies present a festival of world food.

Adowa: The Ghanaian Royal Dance: 2pm - 6pm; LUU room 3; Come and try your hands at a few steps and learn about the origin of the dance.

Once Upon a Time: 2pm - 4pm; Hidden Cafe; The International Cultural Ambassadors present a storytelling workshop with an global twist.

IFF - Death at a Distance of Zero: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Homerun: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Seksmisja: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Trollhunter: 6pm - 7:45pm; Clothworkers North, LT2.31; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

The Bollywood Show: 7:15pm - 11pm; Riley Smith Hall; Come and join LTS for their sell out show of culture, dance and drama.

International Film Festival - I Am: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 4; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Little White Lies: 7:30pm - 10:15pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Rang-e Khoda: 7:30pm - 9pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Slumdog Millionaire: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Fri 10th February

Global Citizens: Safe Spaces for Change: 4pm - 7:30pm; The Treehouse; Hosted by the International Cultural Ambassadors. Share your opinions on global issues such as culture, media, and youth.

International Film Festival - Amores Perros: 5:30pm - 8:15pm; Meeting Room 6; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Hævnen: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Nujum Pak Belalang: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival are showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood - all films are free!

The Golden Thread of Gamelan: 5:30pm - 6:30pm; LUU room 4; The Indonesian Society present the most favourite learning activities of Javanese Gamelan,The Golden Thread.

Poco-Poco Night: 7pm - 10pm; LUU Common Room; Come join the Malaysian & Singaporean Society for Poco-poco dancing and food!

Cultural Showcase: Wedding Extravaganza: 7:30pm - 10pm; Riley Smith Hall; The Culture Rep and Culture Assembly present an evening exploring the different ways in which global cultures celbrate marriage.

IFF - Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Life: 7:30pm - 9:30pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - The Counterfeiters: 7:30pm - 9:15pm; Meeting Room 2; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Incendies: 8pm - 10:15pm; The Treehouse; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Sat 11th February

International Film Festival - Goodbye Lenin: 2pm - 4pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

IFF - Echoes of the Rainbow: 4pm - 6pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Fanboys: 5pm - 6:30pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Midnight in Paris: 6pm - 7:45pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - The King's Speech: 8pm - 10pm; Meeting Room 5; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Sun 12th February

World 5-a-side Football Tournament: 10am - 2pm; Weetwood football pitches; A unisex competition for teams representing countries from around the world. Hosted by the Intercultural Ambassadors.

International Film Festival - Munna Bhai: 1:30pm - 3:45pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Beginners: 4pm - 5:45pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Potiche: 6pm - 7:45pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

International Film Festival - Osuofia in London: 6:30pm - 8:15pm; Meeting Room 1; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

IFF - Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy: 8pm - 10:15pm; The Common Room; The International Cultural Festival is showing a variety of films from around the world all week. Come and enjoy the world of film away from Hollywood – all films are free.

Tue 14th February

East African Dance, Music and Drumming: 6:30pm - 8pm; The Treehouse, Union Building; Come and learn traditional and modern east African dance and drumming.

Thu 16th February

Middle Eastern Society Film Night: 6pm - 8:30pm; LUU Common Room; Come and watch Amreeka, a hilarious film about a Palestinian family settling into life in the US, which will be followed by a culinary tour of the Middle East!

Fri 17th February

Make and Design your own Pinata: 5pm - 8:30pm; Room 2, Level 2 in the union building; This is your opportunity to make and design your own piñata.

Mon 27th February

The Lemon Tree: Arabic Film Screening: 6pm - 8pm; LUU Room 4; Middle Eastern Studies Society film screening

Sat 3rd March

Manchester Extravaganza: 9:15am - 7pm; Manchester; A day trip to Manchester with a Latin and Spanish theme!

Wed 7th November

Test: noon - 1pm; gsgfd; asdfsd

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