10th Annual Great Decisions Conference: The Future of Europe
2017-11-03 08:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55401, United States
The conference is sold out. To have your name added to the waiting list, please contact 612-625-1662 or eMail.
10th Annual Great Decisions Conference: The Future of Europe
The outcome of the United Kingdom referendum on EU membership sent shockwaves across the globe and even caught some British voters by surprise. The EU has helped secure peace in Europe for the past 60 years. Now it faces an uncertain future. Amid a refugee crisis, lingering financial recession, and the constant specter of terrorism, unity seems more imperative than ever. But the Brexit vote underscores the complexities of integrating an extremely diverse continent. What will post-Brexit Europe look like, and how can U.S. foreign policy adapt?
Join us for a wide-ranging discussion of the social and economic factors driving the dramatic changes taking place in Europe. Featured speakers and panelists include former U.S. Foreign Service Officer Tom Hanson, who will offer his assessment of how these changes will affect the future of U.S.-European relations. Other national and local experts will discuss the impact of these changes on business, diplomacy, and international security. Don’t miss this timely discussion of critical issues that will affect prosperity and security on both sides of the Atlantic.

Agenda

Keynote Speaker
We are pleased to announce that David Rennie, Washington bureau chief for The Economist, will deliver the keynote address, Brexit and Beyond at this year’s Great Decisions conference.
Few other commentators are as qualified to explore and explain the links between events like Brexit and the election of Donald Trump, and what may come next.
Rennie’s access to decision-makers and his almost-weekly reporting trips around the country and world have given him a front-row seat as populist forces upended governments and elites across the West. As Washington bureau chief he has profiled presidential candidates and political leaders at the national, state and local level, including interviewing Donald Trump multiple times.

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Culture through Cuisine - Nepal
2017-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Gorkha Palace, 23 4th St NE, Minneapolis, MN, 55414, United States
Registration is closed.
Gorkha Palace has received rave reviews from patrons for an eclectic range of authentic Nepali, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. The restaurant is known for its use of high quality fresh ingredients sourced from local organic and sustainable farming. Spices are ground fresh and ghee (clarified butter) is made in house.
Owner Rashmi Bhattachan grew up in the mountainous city of Pokara in Nepal. Her passion for cooking was instilled in her by her grandmother and she loves to share her culinary delights with family, friends and customers. Prior to the Gorkha Palace, Rashmi operated a small business at the Mill City Farmers Market selling momos (potstickers), curries and daal (Lentil soups), gaining a large following of loyal customers.
Join us for an evening of Culture through Cuisine, focused on Nepal. Along with delicious food and good conversation, hear from Rashmi, who will speak briefly on the restaurant, its foods and its history.
Menu includes:
Appetizers
Assorted Momos (turkey, veggie (V) and buffalo steamed pot stickers)
Veggie Pakoras (crispy cabbage and onion fritters)
Entrees
Chanaa Saag (V) (chickpeas, potatoes and cauliflower)
Navarattan Korma (carrots, bell peppers, zucchini and paneer)
Pea Tofu Usal (V)
Lamb Sekuwa (boneless halal lamb marinated in yogurt and spices)
Chicken Tikka Masala (tandoori-grilled boneless chicken)
Dessert: Coconut Milk Rice Pudding

Registration includes dinner, one non-alcoholic OR alcoholic beverage, tax and gratuity.
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