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IT’S AGAIN TIME FOR ‘BŪKIME KARTU’! |
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The concept of ‘BŪKIME KARTU’ is that disadvantaged children from orphanages within the Vilnius area are invited to spend a full day in the countryside, enjoying various activities sponsored by a number of international companies and institutions. The event takes place at an ecologic farm owned and run by a truly fascinating individual, Ms. Zina Gineistiene, a farmer and a teacher at the Vilnius University. Her farm encompasses a lot of different animals, birds, wooden farm buildings and barns, ponds, rivers and fields. All characterised by a genuine, traditional Lithuanian farm mood, and excitement, not to mention the very special smell of the living creatures and the farm itself… Zina’s unique farm not only provides a very different atmosphere and experience, but also plenty of fresh air for the kids and the many volunteers from Lithuania’s international community, throughout this complete spring Saturday, from 9 in the morning till 4 in the afternoon. |
“Būkime kartu 2010”: A happy event
Tomorrow, Saturday the 15th of May will be painted in bright colours when representatives from foreign embassies, private companies and public institutions led by HE British Ambassador in Lithuania, Simon Butt, will invite more than 100 children from orphanages to the event “Būkime kartu 2010”.
“This event is not just about helping the orphanages. The idea of “Būkime kartu 2010” is to give a more important thing to the children – personal attention and care. Volunteers, some of whom are foreigners, from various organizations such as embassies, private companies and public institutions will spend their time playing, having lunch and sharing knowledge with those kids. Our goal is to make a wonderful and unforgettable day for them” – explains Ambassador Simon Butt, the patron of the event.
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The event takes place at the ecologic farm of Zina Gineistiene
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Angelė Čepėnaitė has since the very beginning been of the most active persons behind the event |
Carlos Brebbia and his students will again do a fantastic job! |
This year’s participants will enjoy many outdoor activities such as archery, horse riding, a bouncy castle, face-painting, team games, picnic and others. The magician Olegas Rimanas will perform a magic show. The fire brigade, police and customs officers will demonstrate some of their equipment and vehicles. The day will be flavoured with traditional Mexican food and desserts of a kind that children love.
Despite the difficult economic situation various organizations have generously offered their support to the event. It is sponsored by COWI Lietuva, Deloitte, EWMD, International School of Law and Business, Lithuanian Archery Federation, Medicina Magna, Multi dora, Pentland, Radisson Blu Astorija, Reval Hotel Lietuva, Rimi Lietuva, Statoil Lietuva, The Teachers' House, Tres Mejicanos, Vilties akimirka and Ūkio banko lizingas and others.
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As for previous years, Lithuanian Governmental institutions such as Fire and Rescue, Police and Customs departments, and the British, U.S., Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Argentinean, Turkish and Bulgarian embassies are actively involved in organizing “Būkime kartu 2010”. LEFT: The fire brigade teaches the kids how to use a fire hose, and to play in and with the fire truck gives the kids an experience for lifetime. RIGHT: The activity of the police’s dog squad is always one of the most attractive happenings during the day. |
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“This has been the best day of my life – we hear this phrase from participating children every year since 2001. It is the best evaluation of our efforts and the reason for us to continue this enjoyable initiative” – adds Mr. Aage Myhre, President of Vilnius International Club and the main project coordinator.
“Būkime kartu 2010” is the 9th annual event under the umbrella of Vilnius International Club where disadvantaged children from Vilnius area and volunteers from different organizations gather together to spend a whole day out, since 2005 in Zina Gineitienė’s ecological farm located 26 km north of Vilnius in the Melkio village. The event will take place from 9.00 AM to 4.00 PM. The total number of participants – kids and helpers – is expected to reach 250.
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Despite the difficult economic situation various organizations have generously offered their support to the event. It is sponsored by COWI Lietuva, Deloitte, EWMD, International School of Law and Business, Lithuanian Archery Federation, Medicina Magna, Multi dora, Pentland, Radisson Blu Astorija, Reval Hotel Lietuva, Rimi Lietuva, Statoil Lietuva, The Teachers' House, Tres Mejicanos, Vilties akimirka and Ūkio banko lizingas and others. LEFT: Andrius Koncius and Nijole Vrubliauskiene, COWI Lietuva. RIGHT: Torben Pedersen, DELOITTE
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It's really awesome that participant will enjoy archery, horse riding etc. I think, time was totally nice. I also miss such outdoor activities with Archery from many days.