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Latest Updates from Cedars of Lebanon Club.

At Gemmayze St Restaurant before the banquet, (left to right) Sky Ataya in the baby capsule, Gabe Ataya, Henriette and Elias Nakhle, Richard Joseph, John Farry, Lyn Joseph and Sally Ataya. Little did we know what treats were in store.

Gemmayze St Restaurant

18th August 2016

I’m very mindful as I write this that every Lebanese person thinks their mother is the best cook, but I’m going out on a limb to say that if you want to taste the best Lebanese cuisine in the country (or anywhere for that matter) Gemmayze St Restaurant in …

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A Tribute: Pamela Diana Farry
18th August 2016

A tribute to the life and times of Pamela Diana Farry (nee Duff), cherished wife, beloved mother, treasured nana and special friend to all who knew her. It has been compiled by her husband John and her children, Emma, Joseph, Annabel, Claudia and Olivia with love and gratitude. …

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President's Report - 2016
8th August 2016
President's Report

Please click on the following link to read Richard Joseph's President's report for 2016. View Report  

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Afife Harris awarded Paul Harris Fellowship
4th July 2016

A huge congratulations to Afife Harris who was awarded a Paul Harris fellowship by Dunedin North Rotary President John Campbell for services to the community. Afife works very hard for the NEV Multi cultural group, as well as many other organisations. This is a very special award for a …

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The On-Going Positive Effects from The Gathering
3rd July 2016

Richard received this wonderful letter from Gaylene St John on behalf of her family, recognising the wonderful long-term positive consequences from The Gathering reunion that was held in Dunedin in 2011.  Thank you for taking the time to write this letter, it is much appreciated and we are so …

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Richard Reid passes away at 103 years of age
18th June 2016

It is with great sadness we inform you that Richard Reid has passed away peacefully at 103 years of age.  What an incredible age.  What an incredible life.  Here is an article printed in the ODT about Richard and his love of the Best Cafe.  We are sending love …

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Lebanese Cooking Recipes and Tips - Facebook Page
17th June 2016

Hi Everyone, We have come across this wonderful Facebook page of Lebanese Cooking Recipes and Tips. If you'd like to join the page and be inspired to cook beautiful recipes, click on the link below. Sahtein! https://www.facebook.com/groups/152753028167838/?notif_t=group_added_to_group&notif_id=1466025558738039

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Visit to St Michael the Archangel Orthodox Church
12th June 2016

We have just received notification from the Southern Heritage Trust that they are planing a visit to St.Michael the Archangel Orthodox Church (Kaneese). We thought that some COL members may be interested. Details are: Visit to St Michael the Archangel Orthodox Church built in 1911. It is the oldest purpose built …

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UNICEFs Ricky Martin in Lebanon
12th June 2016

Here is a great video from UNICEF Lebanon.  Click on link below article. UNICEFs Ricky Martin in Lebanon "We are in the sixth year of a crisis that has impacted the lives of millions of children and their families. An estimated 2.8 million children are now out of school …

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Cedars of Lebanon Digitisation Centre
25th May 2016

As you may all be aware, the Cedars of Lebanon Club have made a donation to the Dunedin Public Libraries to install the Lebanese History Digitisation Centre.  Below is the link to the Dunedin News video explaining the Centre and interviewing Richard about the installation.  Please visit the Centre …

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