This page is the historical archive of the 6 events sponsored by the Chicago Chapter of the
Circumnavigators Club in 2007.
It has copies of the invitations to the events and 24 photos taken
at the events.
Click on the thumbnails for the paper invitations. Click on underlined locations for a MapQuest map.
February 8, 2007 "Drawn East: A Comparative Study of Political Cartoons from Around the World"
by
Alex Robins
at Loyola
Academy
6:00 - 7:00pm -- Open Bar
7:00 - 8:00pm -- Dinner in the Faculty Lounge
8:00pm -- Program
April 26, 2007 "Siberia and Mongolia on Your Own" by Lois Kahan
at St. Ignatius
6:00 - 7:00pm -- Cocktails on the 4th Floor, Grand Gallery
7:00 - 8:00pm -- Dinner on the 4th Floor Brunswick Room
8:00pm -- Program
Photos from the February 8, 2007 event on "Alex Robins Circumnavigation" held at Loyala Academy:
On the left, Foundation Scholars Sarah Graber, Alex Robins and Chris Ahern
compare notes on their research.
On the right, this year's Foundation Scholar Chris Ahern shows his itinerary to President Jim Arimond,
VP Carol Narup and Bill Narup.
On the left, Dr. and Mrs. Rolf Gunnar take a break from the social hour to pose
for the camera.
On the right, International Board of Governors member Karen Schleuter and Joyce Curtis enjoy a good conversation in the comfortable
ambience of Loyola Academy.
Photos from the April 26, 2007 event on "Siberia and Mongolia on Your Own" held at St. Ignatius:
On the left, President Jim Arimond with our speaker Lois Kahan
after her fascinating talk.
On the right, VP - Foundation Carol Narup introduces this year's Foundation Scholar Chris Ahern. Learn more about
Chris' topic and follow his dispatches on his page.
On the left, Peyton & Bruce Bendix, guests of Peggy Simonsen pose
for the camera.
On the right, Eleanor Briggs, the number one supporter of our Foundation Scholars, with Ray & International Board Member Karen Schleuter
and Jan Meyers, who is on the chapter's Board.
Photos from the June 5, 2007 event on "Cross Cultural Communication" at the Northbrook Hilton
On the left, VP - Programs Bob Bilhorn with our insightful speaker Beth Urech.
Circumnavigators bought many copies of her book "Speaking Globally"
after her fun and educational talk.
On the right, Webmaster Don Parrish chats with Jean & Richard Merczak.
On the left, Secretary Barb Franch enjoys a conversation with Peyton Bendix, and Richard Hooven guests of Peggy Simonsen.
On the right, Bill Narup, Eleanor Briggs, and Dick Damisch, as long time members of our chapter, gladly pose for the camera.
Photos from the July 27, 2007 "Foundation Fundraiser" at the home of Eleanor Briggs
On the left, key figures in the partnership for Foundation Scholars: Christopher Hayden of Northwestern, Carol Narup,
and Jim Arimond of our chapter.
On the right, our hostess Eleanor Briggs enjoys a glass of wine with Peggy Simonsen and Wendy Davis.
On the left, circumnavigators Dave Gotaas and Cody Sweet pose for the camera.
On the right, a typical snapshot of activities where Adel Zunas, Olin Sethness, Dick Damisch, and Carole Nolan are shown.
Photos from the September 11, 2007 event on "Visit to Five Islamic Hot Spots" at the Chicago Yacht Club
On the left, our speaker and Webmaster Don Parrish flanked by Foundation Scholars
Alex Robins and Chris Ahren. Don presented
an amazing 532 photos during his 70 minute presentation.
On the right, guest Jane LePeuw with VP - Foundation Carol Narup.
On the left, guest Richard Hooven converses with Wendy Davis, and Carol Narup. We had
a large crowd of attendees.
On the right, Bill Narup, Carol Narup, and Dorothy Meyers, enjoy the magnificient lakefront view.
Photos from the December 6, 2007 "Holiday Party" at the home of Lucinda and Dick Kasperson
On the left, our gracious party hosts Lucinda & Dick Kasperson pause briefly for the camera. It was a snowy evening.
On the right, our chapter President Jim Arimond presents a certificate to our newest member, Heidi Bohn.
On the left, guests Frank & Linda Gruber enjoy a conversation with Carol Narup.
On the right, high school senior Alice Silva, poses for the camera. She is an exchange student from Brazil.