Op-Ed By Justin Siberell, U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain Everyone knows that Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas by accident. But there is nothing accidental about Discover America Week in Bahrain from October 24 to November 1. The US Embassy and our partners in the Bahraini and American business community have planned a series …
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On June 28, Step Afrika!, in collaboration with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) and the U.S. Embassy in Bahrain, performed in front of a full house at the Cultural Hall. The artists thrilled the audience with Step dance incorporating African folkloric dance movements and songs. Ambassador Justin H. Siberell attended the opening …
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Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain June 17, 2019 The ties between the United States and Bahrain are strong and deep. Our shared commitment to regional security and economic prosperity has been a lynchpin for the development of our two societies. In 2018, our bilateral trade in goods exceeded $3 billion dollars, a new record and a …
Read More» In September 2019, the American Film Showcase will host a professional exchange opportunity at the USC School of Cinematic Arts for international storytellers and content creators interested in using media for social impact. The two-week exchange is designed for small teams of creatives and social impact practitioners, (individuals working directly with the targeted communities), developing …
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On Wednesday, May 15th, U.S. Ambassador Justin Siberell and Mrs. Siberell hosted an Iftar for Bahraini youth to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan and the strong friendship between the United States and Bahrain. During the Iftar, Ambassador Siberell recognized a number of the U.S. Embassy exchange program participants and participants in the Crown Prince Scholarship …
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The U.S. Embassy hosted a Majlis for ladies to celebrate Ramadan and the friendship between the United States and Bahrain. Wife of the U.S. Ambassador, Mrs. Arnavaz Siberell, hosted the Majlis to share with friends in Bahrain this Ramadan tradition. The theme of the Majlis this year was Ramadan “Jalabiya,” where Bahraini designer Batool Dadabahi …
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The U.S. Embassy in Manama celebrated the 243rd anniversary of the independence of the United States of America at the Gulf Hotel. The theme of this year’s celebration was “Roads Across America,” featuring pictures, videos, and installations of the most famous and well-known freeways and boulevards in the United States. The cities of New York, Miami, …
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The University of Bahrain received U.S. Ambassador to Bahrain, Justin Siberell, at the University campus to discuss existing relationships and aspects of cooperation between the University and the U.S Embassy. President Hamza presented a comprehensive overview of the expansive educational programs at the University. During the visit, the Embassy donated over 200 books from American literature to the University’s …
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On November 7th, Ambassador Justin Siberell and his wife hosted a reception and an art exhibit in honor of visiting American artist Bernadette Jiyong Frank. The exhibit displayed pieces of her artwork, along with a collection from the Art in Embassies Program. Representatives from the Bahraini artists, educational, business, and diplomatic communities attended the event. …
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Mrs. Arnavaz Siberell, wife of U.S. Ambassador to Bahrain Justin Siberell, hosted a Coffee for Women Artists to thank them for lending their artwork during the holy month of Ramadan and to highlight the friendship between the United States and Bahrain. During the meeting, Ambassador Siberell recognized the talented female Bahraini artists, whose paintings were …
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On August 4, Missoula Children’s Theater (MCT), in collaboration with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) and the U.S. Embassy in Bahrain, performed the classic play, “Pinocchio,” in front of a packed house at the Nakhool Tent. Charge’ D’affaires Ms. Aimee Cutrona attended the opening and thanked the Bahrain Authority for Culture and …
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When Crista Lee-Ann Cagney arrived in Bahrain on January 2018 to begin her six-month internship at the National Museum, she settled in right away with her new colleagues. “Making acquaintances was delightful; everyone here is so kind and warm, so I felt right at home working at the museum,” she reports. As a second year …
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Mrs. Arnavaz Siberell, wife of U.S. Ambassador to Bahrain Justin Siberell, hosted a Ramadan majlis for ladies in celebration of the holy month of Ramadan and the friendship between the United States and Bahrain. During the majlis, Mrs. Siberell recognized a group of talented female Bahraini artists, whose paintings were showcased on the walls of the residence. Bahraini artists featured in the exhibit included Zakeya …
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U.S. Ambassador Justin Siberell and Isa Cultural Center Executive Dr. Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa signed a Memorandum of Understanding to renew the American Corner at the Isa Cultural Center. The event highlighted the importance of increasing mutual understanding between the peoples of Bahrain and the United States. During the ceremony, Ambassador Siberell, presented 190 audiobooks to the American Corner’s new technical …
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On April 2, Ambassador Justin Siberell and Mrs. Arnavaz Siberell hosted a musical reception featuring the American rock ‘n roll ensemble, “The Mary McBride Band.” The band includes Mary McBride, Jon Spurney, John Kengla, Armistead Wellford, and Mark Stepro. The ensemble, which was in Bahrain to perform at the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities’ …
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On March 15, U.S. Ambassador to Bahrain Justin Siberell hosted a dinner for Bahraini and American women in celebration of Women’s History Month. Ambassador Siberell praised the contributions of women to Bahraini and American society. The dinner was attended by American filmmaker Robin Hauser, who is in Bahrain to screen her award-winning documentary, “CODE: Debugging the Gender Gap” which explores …
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Author Siobhan Fallon, award-winning American novelist, visited Bahrain and was welcomed by local writing and reading enthusiasts with whom she shared her personal journey on the road to becoming a published author. She met with the Bahrain Writers Circle, the American Women’s Association, the American Cultural and Education Center, as well as students at Al …
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An American Artist visited Bahrain from November 12 to November 16 as part of the Al Riwaq Winter Art Festival, the NEST, and presented his dance and music installation. The performance and installation was meant to be a kind of choreography for the Adliya neighborhood, as a way to address erasure and development in architecture …
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Jenna Julien arrived in Bahrain in July 2017 to begin a six-month internship with the Bahrain National Museum. After completing her Bachelors in Fine Arts in Visual Art, with Art History Minor at Azusa Pacific University and her Master of Arts degree in Museum Studies from New York University, Jenna wanted to build her skills …
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On December 12, American Ambassador Justin Siberell officially reopened the newly remodeled American Space at the Al Riwaq Art Gallery in Adliya. The Ambassador honored Bayan Kanoo, Al-Riwaq Art Space director and art visionary who is at the forefront of the Bahraini art scene. Ambassador Siberell spoke of the partnership between the Embassy and the …
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American Businesswoman Mona Aboelnaga Kanaan visited Bahrain as part of Manama Entrepreneurship Week 2017, held under the patronage of H.E. Sh. Hisham Bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa. Manama Week aims to promote sustainable development and social entrepreneurship and to foster an environment highly conductive to entrepreneurship and innovation, in order to achieve continual development, sustainability …
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The U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Aimee Cutrona hosted a Ghabga for ladies to celebrate Ramadan and the friendship between the Bahrain and the United States. During the ceremony, Ms. Cutrona paid tribute to the vital role that women play in Bahraini society. Female government officials, academics, journalists, exchange program participants, and NGO representatives …
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On Monday, June 5th, U.S. Ambassador William Roebuck hosted an Iftar for Bahraini youth to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan and the strong friendship between the United States and Bahrain. During the Iftar, Ambassador Roebuck recognized a number of the U.S. Embassy exchange programs participants, and also participants in the Crown Prince Scholarship program who …
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In cooperation with the American Film Showcase, the U.S. Embassy hosted a visit by award-winning American documentary filmmaker T.C. Johnstone April 10-13, 2017. T.C. Johnstone is a multi-award winning documentary film director and producer. He has produced and directed multiple features and short documentaries as well as narrative films including the award winning film “Rising …
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In cooperation with the American Film Showcase, the U.S. Embassy hosted a visit by award-winning American documentary filmmaker Griffin Hammond February 26-March 2. During his visit, Hammond gave a number of presentations on documentary filmmaking at schools and universities, including the University of Bahrain and the University College of Bahrain. He also gave a …
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On January 4, U.S. Embassy Manama hosted a small dinner in honor of recently returned 2016 alumni of the International Leadership Visitor Program (IVLP). Launched in 1940, the IVLP program helps strengthen U.S. engagement with countries around the world and cultivate lasting relationships by connecting current and emerging foreign leaders with their American counterparts through …
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On December 21, Student Leader Alumna Maryam Marhoon gave a presentation on her experience in the Student Leader Program at the University of Bahrain. Maryam attended Portland State University in Oregon, as part of the summer 2016 Student Leader Program. The MEPI Student Leaders Program is a fully-funded six to eight weeks of intensive …
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On November 14, U.S. Ambassador William Roebuck visited the Beit Al-Quran Museum, a multi-purpose complex dedicated to Islamic arts and culture. Dr. Abdul-Latif Kanoo, Founder and Chairman of Beit Al Quran, gave Ambassador Roebuck a tour of the museum, showing him the museum’s magnificent collection of Quranic manuscripts and Islamic art. Ambassador Roebuck expressed his …
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On October 27, the Bahrain National Museum, Darseen Café, and the U.S. Embassy hosted an open discussion between American Chef Emily Luchetti and Bahraini Chef Bassam Alalawi. Museum Director Khalifa Ahmed Al-Khalifa and Public Affairs Officer Tom Tanner opened the event, each noting the strong collaboration between the U. S Embassy and the National Museum. …
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On October 26, U.S. celebrity pastry chef, Emily Luchetti, put on a public cooking demonstration at the Movenpick Hotel. During the demonstration, Chef Emily, who was introduced by U.S. Ambassador William Roebuck, prepared one of her famous desserts and distributed samples to the audience. The event took place as part of the activities to mark …
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As part of Discover America Week, NBA Legend Sam Vincent organized the first annual Bahrain Corporate Basketball Challenge (BCBC) on October 22 at the ALBA Club in Riffa. Four teams — two from ALBA, and one each from Tatweer and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland — took part in the daylong tournament, …
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