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TAFSUS                2010


       PRESENTS


 The 87th Anniversary
  of the Founding of
the Republic of Turkey
Before a reception in 1920s, the Founder of the               The name of Atatürk reminds
Modern Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in a top
                                                   people of the historical successes of
hat and white tie
                                                   one of the great individuals of this
                                                   century, the leadership that gave
                                                   inspiration to the Turkish nation,
                                                   farsightedness in the understanding
                                                   of the modern world and courage
                                                   and power as a military leader. It is
                                                   without a doubt that another
                                                   example can't be shown indicating
                                                   greater successes than the birth of
                                                   the Turkish Republic and ever since
                                                   then Atatürk's and Turkey's broad
                                                   and deep reforms undertaken as well
                                                   as the confidence of a nation in
                                                   itself.”

                                                                             John F. Kennedy,
                                                                                        1963,
                                                                                    President,
                                                                     United States of America




During a reception in Ankara, on 7 November 1927




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Welcome to the
87th Anniversary Dinner Dance Celebration

                Sponsored by

   Turkish American Friendship Society
           of the United States
               www.tafsus.net




          Friday, October 22, 2010
           Penns Landing Caterers
         1301 South Columbus Blvd
           Philadelphia, PA 19147




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GREETINGS:



    It is with great pleasure that I join with the Turkish American Community of Pennsyl-
    vania to celebrate the Turkish Republic Day, Cumhuriyet Bayramı.



    The Turkish struggle for independence echoes the sacrifice and human triumph that
    has set the source for our nation and many others around the world. Brave individu-
    als fought to defend their rights and the right of all humanity to be free. As our na-
    tions face new challenges, we still find strength, inspiration, and pride in our past and
    look to the foundations of our independence to remind us of who we are as individu-
    als and as a nation. On this 87th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of
    Turkey, it is my hope that you will rededicate yourselves to upholding and promoting
    the ideals of independence, both in America and throughout the world.



    On behalf of all Pennsylvanians, I thank the Turkish Community of our Commonwealth
    for honoring the history and celebrating the future of the Republic of Turkey. We all
    share in the joys that independence brings and are proud to celebrate this milestone.



                                                                       EDWARD G. RENDELL
                                                                                Governor
                                                                            October 2010



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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA
                               Michael A. Nutter, Mayor


                                PROCLAMATION

This year marks the 87th year of the founding of the Turkish Republic, Cumhuriyet
Bayramı.



On October 29, 1923, The Turkish Nation, led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, transformed
the Ottoman Empire into the Republic of Turkey, and began the dynamic program of
economic growth, social and cultural modernization.



Turkey and its citizens now carry a bright torch to light the path for other democratic
and freedom seeking people having also fought with pride to free their country from
foreign occupation.



Today, Turkey is the only secular democracy in the Muslim world; and has been an ally
of the United States for many decades, making significant contributions and sacrifices
for global peace, stability and prosperity.



Americans of Turkish descent in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania have played a significant
role in the educational, cultural, economic and civic development of our community
through sharing their rich cultural heritage and through their dedication to the re-
sponsibilities of good citizenship.



All Turks and Turkish Americans will be celebrating Turkish Republic Day on October
29th. THEREFORE, I, Michael Nutter, Mayor of Philadelphia do hereby proclaim Octo-
ber 29, 2010 TURKISH REPUBLIC DAY; CUMHURIYET BAYRAMI in Philadelphia and urge
all citizens to recognize this special observance of the 87th year of the founding of the
TURKISH REPUBLIC DAY.

                                                               Michael A. Nutter, Mayor

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87th Anniversary Dinner Dance


                                                        PROGRAM


                                                      7:00 — 8:00 pm
                                                     Cocktail Reception

                                                           8:00 pm
                                                      National Anthems
                                                            Dinner
                                                      Opening Remarks
                                                        Dance Music
                                                      Drawing of Prizes
    Eskişehir, Turkey on October 29,2009
    A scene from Republic Day Celebrations in




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87th Anniversary Dinner Dance


                   MENU



                Caesar Salad


                   Choice of
Boneless Breast of Chicken with Herb bread and
                   pine nuts
                      or
 Baked Salmon with Lemon Herb Pepper Corn
               Cream Sauce
                      or
            Roasted Herb Potatoes
              Vegetable Medley


                 Cheese Cake


               Coffee and Tea



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National Anthems

İstiklal Marşı (Independence March)
—Mehmet Akif Ersoy, 1921

Korkma, sönmez bu safaklarda yüzen al sancak;
Sönmeden yurdumun üstünde tüten en son ocak.
O benim milletimin yildizidir, parlayacak;
O benimdir, o benim milletimindir ancak.

Catma, kurban olayim, çehreni ey nazli hilal!
Kahraman irkima bir gül! Ne bu siddet, bu celal?
Sana olmaz dökülen kanlarimiz sonra helal...
Hakkidir, hakk'a tapan, milletimin istiklal




The Star-Spangled Banner
—Francis Scott Key, 1814

O say, can you see, by the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hail'd at the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro' the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watch'd, were so gallantly streaming?
And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof thro' the night that our flag was still there.
O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?


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Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States




                       A Public Message of
                              Gratitude


The Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States (TAFSUS),
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, would like to take this opportunity to thank
the Mehmet Dogan Okumus Charitable Trust and Sevket and Michelle
Okumus for their generous donation to TAFSUS which made it possible for
us to send 61 teachers and school administrators to Turkey since 1999.


Our gratitude also goes to the Education Department of the World Affairs
Council of Philadelphia for implementing the Okumus-TAFSUS Sponsorship
Program in the Greater Philadelphia area and for choosing highly qualified
candidates to travel to Turkey.


The benefits of these sponsorships will be reaped for many years to come
and TAFSUS gratefully acknowledges the role the Okumus Family and
World Affairs Council played in making the Turkey Travel Program for Edu-
cators a success.




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Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States




 TAFSUS in a non-profit organization established in 1966 to promote better
 understanding and friendship between the Turkish and American commu-
 nities through educational, cultural and social activities.


 TAFSUS serves the Turkish-American communities in Southeastern Penn-
 sylvania, Delaware and Southern New Jersey.


 Giving a true and honest image of Turkey is important to all of us, Ameri-
 cans & Turkish-Americans, and of major importance to our children.


 With your help, TAFSUS will continue to build bridges between the two
 countries and cultures.


                  WE NEED YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT.
                PLEASE RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP TODAY
                     (Forms are available at the door)



                     TAFSUS Website: www.tafsus.net
                      TAFSUS e-mail: info@tafsus.net


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One South Broad Street, Suite 2M
                       Philadelphia, PA 19107
                          www.wacphila.org

The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia salutes TAFSUS and is grateful for
            its generous support of our educational activities.


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Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States




                                                       ATA School
During 2007, Lale Iskarpatyoti, then President of TAFSUS and Dilek Arig, Associate Director of
International and ESL Student Support Services at Montgomery County Community College,
started planning a program to teach Turkish language and culture to children with a Turkish
heritage. In close cooperation with the TAFSUS Board, ATA School was inaugurated on Janu-
ary 6, 2008 at the Montgomery County Community College.

Now in its third year, ATA School once again offers Turkish language and cultural education
classes to children (ages 4-14) and adults (15+) during 2010-2011 academic year.

Finally, we would also like to thank the University of Pennsylvania Middle East Center for
their generous donation to TAFSUS in 2010 to support ATA School and other activities. The
benefits of these sponsorships will be reaped for many years to come and TAFSUS gratefully
acknowledges the role that our sponsors have played in making our programs successful.
         A scene from ATA School




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Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States

                                         Photos from recent 2010 TAFSUS Events
September 26, 2010
Turkish Delight Day at Penn Museum on




                                                                              Turkish Student Workshop organized at
                                                                              Drexel University on March 6, 2010




  Turkish Night Celebration Event at Philadelphia                          Backgammon Tournament at the Turkish Night
  Museum of Art on September 3, 2010                                       Celebration Event on September 3, 2010




Ibrahim Onaral speaking at                                  A Scene from the audience of Fazil Say Concert at Philadelphia
Grassroots event at Drexel University                       Museum of Art organized by TAFSUS

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Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States




                             Index

       Welcome                                      3
       Proclamation from Governor Edward Rendell    4
       Proclamation from Mayor Michael Nutter       5
       Program                                      6
       Menu                                         7
       National Anthems                             8
       A Public Message of Gratitude                9
       A Letter from TAFSUS                         10
       Star Label Products                          11
       Twins Auto Repair Inc.                       12
       Cimoglu Çeyiz                                13
       S&H Kebap House                              14
       Bella Turka                                  15
       Gnocchi Restaurant                           16
       ATC Anadolu Travel                           17
       World Affairs Council                        17
       Material Culture                             18
       ATA Okulu                                    19
       UFinancial                                   20
       AEFIS                                        21
       Accounting & Finance Solutions, Co           22
       Photos from recent TAFSUS Events             23



                 www.tafsus.net
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Republic day Booklet 2010

  • 1. TAFSUS 2010 PRESENTS The 87th Anniversary of the Founding of the Republic of Turkey
  • 2. Before a reception in 1920s, the Founder of the The name of Atatürk reminds Modern Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in a top people of the historical successes of hat and white tie one of the great individuals of this century, the leadership that gave inspiration to the Turkish nation, farsightedness in the understanding of the modern world and courage and power as a military leader. It is without a doubt that another example can't be shown indicating greater successes than the birth of the Turkish Republic and ever since then Atatürk's and Turkey's broad and deep reforms undertaken as well as the confidence of a nation in itself.” John F. Kennedy, 1963, President, United States of America During a reception in Ankara, on 7 November 1927 2
  • 3. Welcome to the 87th Anniversary Dinner Dance Celebration Sponsored by Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States www.tafsus.net Friday, October 22, 2010 Penns Landing Caterers 1301 South Columbus Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19147 3
  • 4. GREETINGS: It is with great pleasure that I join with the Turkish American Community of Pennsyl- vania to celebrate the Turkish Republic Day, Cumhuriyet Bayramı. The Turkish struggle for independence echoes the sacrifice and human triumph that has set the source for our nation and many others around the world. Brave individu- als fought to defend their rights and the right of all humanity to be free. As our na- tions face new challenges, we still find strength, inspiration, and pride in our past and look to the foundations of our independence to remind us of who we are as individu- als and as a nation. On this 87th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Turkey, it is my hope that you will rededicate yourselves to upholding and promoting the ideals of independence, both in America and throughout the world. On behalf of all Pennsylvanians, I thank the Turkish Community of our Commonwealth for honoring the history and celebrating the future of the Republic of Turkey. We all share in the joys that independence brings and are proud to celebrate this milestone. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor October 2010 4
  • 5. CITY OF PHILADELPHIA Michael A. Nutter, Mayor PROCLAMATION This year marks the 87th year of the founding of the Turkish Republic, Cumhuriyet Bayramı. On October 29, 1923, The Turkish Nation, led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, transformed the Ottoman Empire into the Republic of Turkey, and began the dynamic program of economic growth, social and cultural modernization. Turkey and its citizens now carry a bright torch to light the path for other democratic and freedom seeking people having also fought with pride to free their country from foreign occupation. Today, Turkey is the only secular democracy in the Muslim world; and has been an ally of the United States for many decades, making significant contributions and sacrifices for global peace, stability and prosperity. Americans of Turkish descent in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania have played a significant role in the educational, cultural, economic and civic development of our community through sharing their rich cultural heritage and through their dedication to the re- sponsibilities of good citizenship. All Turks and Turkish Americans will be celebrating Turkish Republic Day on October 29th. THEREFORE, I, Michael Nutter, Mayor of Philadelphia do hereby proclaim Octo- ber 29, 2010 TURKISH REPUBLIC DAY; CUMHURIYET BAYRAMI in Philadelphia and urge all citizens to recognize this special observance of the 87th year of the founding of the TURKISH REPUBLIC DAY. Michael A. Nutter, Mayor 5
  • 6. 87th Anniversary Dinner Dance PROGRAM 7:00 — 8:00 pm Cocktail Reception 8:00 pm National Anthems Dinner Opening Remarks Dance Music Drawing of Prizes Eskişehir, Turkey on October 29,2009 A scene from Republic Day Celebrations in 6
  • 7. 87th Anniversary Dinner Dance MENU Caesar Salad Choice of Boneless Breast of Chicken with Herb bread and pine nuts or Baked Salmon with Lemon Herb Pepper Corn Cream Sauce or Roasted Herb Potatoes Vegetable Medley Cheese Cake Coffee and Tea 7
  • 8. National Anthems İstiklal Marşı (Independence March) —Mehmet Akif Ersoy, 1921 Korkma, sönmez bu safaklarda yüzen al sancak; Sönmeden yurdumun üstünde tüten en son ocak. O benim milletimin yildizidir, parlayacak; O benimdir, o benim milletimindir ancak. Catma, kurban olayim, çehreni ey nazli hilal! Kahraman irkima bir gül! Ne bu siddet, bu celal? Sana olmaz dökülen kanlarimiz sonra helal... Hakkidir, hakk'a tapan, milletimin istiklal The Star-Spangled Banner —Francis Scott Key, 1814 O say, can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hail'd at the twilight's last gleaming? Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro' the perilous fight, O'er the ramparts we watch'd, were so gallantly streaming? And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof thro' the night that our flag was still there. O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave? 8
  • 9. Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States A Public Message of Gratitude The Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States (TAFSUS), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, would like to take this opportunity to thank the Mehmet Dogan Okumus Charitable Trust and Sevket and Michelle Okumus for their generous donation to TAFSUS which made it possible for us to send 61 teachers and school administrators to Turkey since 1999. Our gratitude also goes to the Education Department of the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia for implementing the Okumus-TAFSUS Sponsorship Program in the Greater Philadelphia area and for choosing highly qualified candidates to travel to Turkey. The benefits of these sponsorships will be reaped for many years to come and TAFSUS gratefully acknowledges the role the Okumus Family and World Affairs Council played in making the Turkey Travel Program for Edu- cators a success. 9
  • 10. Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States TAFSUS in a non-profit organization established in 1966 to promote better understanding and friendship between the Turkish and American commu- nities through educational, cultural and social activities. TAFSUS serves the Turkish-American communities in Southeastern Penn- sylvania, Delaware and Southern New Jersey. Giving a true and honest image of Turkey is important to all of us, Ameri- cans & Turkish-Americans, and of major importance to our children. With your help, TAFSUS will continue to build bridges between the two countries and cultures. WE NEED YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT. PLEASE RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP TODAY (Forms are available at the door) TAFSUS Website: www.tafsus.net TAFSUS e-mail: info@tafsus.net 10
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  • 17. One South Broad Street, Suite 2M Philadelphia, PA 19107 www.wacphila.org The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia salutes TAFSUS and is grateful for its generous support of our educational activities. 17
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  • 19. Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States ATA School During 2007, Lale Iskarpatyoti, then President of TAFSUS and Dilek Arig, Associate Director of International and ESL Student Support Services at Montgomery County Community College, started planning a program to teach Turkish language and culture to children with a Turkish heritage. In close cooperation with the TAFSUS Board, ATA School was inaugurated on Janu- ary 6, 2008 at the Montgomery County Community College. Now in its third year, ATA School once again offers Turkish language and cultural education classes to children (ages 4-14) and adults (15+) during 2010-2011 academic year. Finally, we would also like to thank the University of Pennsylvania Middle East Center for their generous donation to TAFSUS in 2010 to support ATA School and other activities. The benefits of these sponsorships will be reaped for many years to come and TAFSUS gratefully acknowledges the role that our sponsors have played in making our programs successful. A scene from ATA School 19
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  • 23. Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States Photos from recent 2010 TAFSUS Events September 26, 2010 Turkish Delight Day at Penn Museum on Turkish Student Workshop organized at Drexel University on March 6, 2010 Turkish Night Celebration Event at Philadelphia Backgammon Tournament at the Turkish Night Museum of Art on September 3, 2010 Celebration Event on September 3, 2010 Ibrahim Onaral speaking at A Scene from the audience of Fazil Say Concert at Philadelphia Grassroots event at Drexel University Museum of Art organized by TAFSUS 23
  • 24. Turkish American Friendship Society of the United States Index Welcome 3 Proclamation from Governor Edward Rendell 4 Proclamation from Mayor Michael Nutter 5 Program 6 Menu 7 National Anthems 8 A Public Message of Gratitude 9 A Letter from TAFSUS 10 Star Label Products 11 Twins Auto Repair Inc. 12 Cimoglu Çeyiz 13 S&H Kebap House 14 Bella Turka 15 Gnocchi Restaurant 16 ATC Anadolu Travel 17 World Affairs Council 17 Material Culture 18 ATA Okulu 19 UFinancial 20 AEFIS 21 Accounting & Finance Solutions, Co 22 Photos from recent TAFSUS Events 23 www.tafsus.net 24