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President's Report 2019

Please see attached Richard's President Report for 2019

Excerpt from "Montpellier" book

Eulogies for Butch Farr

Attached are eulogies for Butch Farr from Michael Nidd, John Nidd and Paulette Snowden.  Also, a letter from Butch to Leila Taylor read out at his memorial service by Ruby.

A Tribute: Pamela Diana Farry

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.

President's Report - AGM 2016

UNICEF EVENT INVITE & FLYER

Suraya Langston - Syria Fundraiser

Suraya Langston has done some wonderful work in raising funds for the people of war torn Syria.  Attached is an audio file of her interview on Access Radio and a poster for the dance workshop she ran in May to raise funds.  Below is a link to her wonderful write up in the ODT "Memories of Aleppo". 
Thank You Suraya for your kind heart and wanting to do so much good work for the people in Syria.  We keep the beautiful people of this beautiful country in our thoughts and prayers. 
www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/magazine/340851/memories-aleppo

President's Report - AGM 2015

Richard Joseph's President's Report for the Cedars of Lebanon Club Dunedin AGM 2015.

Dr Matthew Farry Wins Prestigious International Award

Maree Peters Eulogy for Yvette Peters

COL - AGM President's Report 2014

Threads - by Joseph La Hood and Cheryl La Hood

This book is an historical account of the Dunedin La Hood family's immigrant experiences in New Zealand.  Put together and written by Joseph La Hood and Cheryl La Hood.

Gabriel Farry - Lions Club interview

Nat Geo Genetic Project - Lebanese Data Overview

Nat Geo Genetic Project - Journal

Nat Geo Genetic Project - Phoenician Footprint

Nat Geo Genetic Project - The American Journal of Human Genetics

HANANEIA/BUNDO Family History

Compiled by Gaylene St John

President's Report - AGM May 2012

Download Richard Joseph's President's Report, for the May 2012 Cedars of Lebanon, Dunedin AGM.

Professor Bill Harris in ODT

Eulogies for Fred (Saba) La Hood from his family.

Lebanese Film screening in the NZ International Film Festival

Flyer for Lebanese Film at NZ International Film Festival

Club Subscription

The Club subscription form.

Alex Coory Life Story

Newsletters Archive

Here is an archive of all the previous newsletters.  They include:

• Election of Officers and Committee Nomination Form
• 2008 AGM Notice
• June 2007
• March 2007
• February 2007
• September 2006
• June 2006

In the Press

Here are some stories that have been featured in the media.  This archive includes:

• November 1997 Article - Otago Daily Times - Saada Bacos
• 1998 Article - Otago Daily Times - Alan McDonald Interview
• August 2006 Press Release - Otago Daily Times - Israeli Lebanese Conflict
• June 2007 Article - Otago Daily Times - John Farry leaves trust 'in good heart'
• June 2007 Article - Otago Daily Times - 100 Years Ago

A Pictorial History of the Otago/Southland Lebanese Community

A Pictorial History of the Otago/Southland Lebanese Community

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CD $20 ( Just 20 left)
Hard-cover $40 (Only 15 left)
Postage & handling $5

Copies may be obtained from:

Victoria Joseph
Ph:  64 3 4556019
vixjoseph@gmail.com

Richard Joseph
Ph: 64 3 477 5557
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The Hawkers Family Book - Revised Edition - November 2010

The Hawkers Book was written for the Farry family by Dr Dorothy Page,
History Department
University of Otago
1990
&
John Farry

Michael Nidd's Eulogy for Freda

John Nidd Eulogy for Freda

Alan McDonald - Obituary - ODT Saturday 7 May, 2011

President's AGM Report 2011

Martin George's Winter Newsletter - Southern Wide Real Estate

Denis Betro: Reviews - Daughters of Abraham musical

The London Arts Review
Note from the Lebanon Embassy in London
Note from a theatre-goer that saw the musical

Our Lady of Lebanon - Shrine at Harissa

President's Toast at Black Tie Ball - The Gathering

President's Speech - Unveiling of Cone at Dunedin Botanic Garden

Copy of John Farry's Speech prior to the special Mass at St Josephs - The Gathering

Copy of speech delivered by John Farry prior to the special Mass at St Josephs Cathedral Dunedin on 27th November 2011 in celebration of “The Gathering,” organised by The Cedars of Lebanon Club.

Article by Matthew Farry "Lebanese Diaspora: History, Racism, & Belonging"

Here is an article written by Matthew Farry, titled  "Lebanese Diaspora: History, Racism, & Belonging".  It discusses the shifting identities of first, second and third generation Lebanese.  It's a very interesting, well written and thought provoking read.  I hope you enjoy reading it as much as we did. 

President's Welcome Speech to The Gathering - Friday 28th October 2011

Richard Joseph's welcome speech for all in attendance at The Gathering - Friday 28th October 2011.  Richard's other speeches from The Gathering weekend will be added this week.