From The Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange
The Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange is happy to welcome a delegation from Kathmandu to Fredericksburg!
We look forward to immersing the Kathmandu delegation in the rich culture and history of Downtown Fredericksburg. Their visit will include a trolley tour, visit to the University of Mary Washington, breakfast with the Rotary Club, and an outdoor experience with River Rock Outfitter and Friends of the Rappahannock. In addition, Mayor Greenlaw will sign a proclamation welcoming the delegation and celebrating the important work between both cities.
This is a particularly important exchange visit considering the political connections and scope of the Kathmandu guests. We welcome the mayor of Kathmandu and his chief staff, the Deputy Director, International Relations Secretariat, Ongyel Sherpa with US Sherpa, and others. This level of commitment signals the important relationship between our two cities. This Exchange was built on the foundation of community support dating to April 2015 with the Rise Nepal earthquake tragedy response. Since April 2015, Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange members, including Councilman Matt Kelly and his wife, Cynthia, traveled to Nepal for a political and cultural visit and trek through the Himalayan Mountains with staff from River Rock Outfitter. Other exchanges have occurred between the two cities to further various educational and charitable initiatives.
We encourage the public to get involved:
Want to know more about the Kathmandu delegation visit? Join us September 9th at 6PM for a buffet dinner at Taj Indian Cuisine. Dinner tickets are $25 and proceeds from the dinner will be used to the support the visit. Purchase your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fredericksburg-nepal-exchange-buffet-dinner-tickets-49552629248
Join the Exchange in welcoming the Kathmandu Delegation at the Opening Art Reception, Nepali Magic on Monday, September 17th, 6PM-8PM, at Frame Designs Gallery.
Official Proclamation Dedication, Wednesday, September 19th, 11AM, at Fredericksburg City Hall.
About the Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange:
The Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange, a pending 501c3 organization supports the Fredericksburg Kathmandu Sister City. The Exchange fosters ongoing relationships between the people of Fredericksburg, Virginia, and the region, with the people of Nepal. Specific areas of interests include:
Service and Charitable causes
Arts and Cultural exchange
Environmental preservation
Education and University exchanges
Members of the Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange share a passion for the beautiful scenery and people of Nepal and will continue efforts to provide connecting opportunities between our people.
Ways to get involved:
Follow the Fredericksburg-Nepal Exchange Facebook Page to stay up-to-date on important topics affecting this Exchange and other issues impacting Nepal.
Become a member of the Exchange! Reach out to the membership coordinator at [email protected] to join.
Sign up for routine e-mails from Exchange membership on activities in our area at https://www.facebook.com/FredericksburgNepalExchange/app/100265896690345/
