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Famous Jazz Musicians Ari Roland Jazz Quartet Back in Turkey

Ari Roland and his group from New York, who had participated in various program events in Turkey, were back in the country to give a series of concert performances and workshops with students in Çanakkale, Edirne, Tekirdağ, Yalova and Istanbul.
"Young Turkey Young America" Exchange Program

This year's Turkey/Young America exchange program has been organized by Bahcesehir University's American Studies Center in partnership with the Junior Chamber International (JCT) Istanbul branch and University of Connecticut. Funded by the US State Department Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, this dynamic exchange program brought together motivated young professionals (ages 20-35) in Turkey and the U.S. who have a commitment to grassroots organizations and an interest in intercultural relationships.
Boston Celtics in Istanbul - NBA Europe Live 2012

As a part of their NBA Europe Live 2012 tour, the Celtics faced one of the favorites the Turkish League as a preseason opener at the Ulker Sports Arena in Istanbul on Friday, Oct 5, 2012. Ricciardone attended the game along with Consul General Scott F. Kilner, Deputy Chairman of Ülker Board of Directors Ali Ülker, and NBA Turkey representatives. He also met with a small group of Turkish children and their coach from Pertevniyal Sports Club Basketball School.
"Culinary Diplomacy" with Chef Mike Isabella

The world-renowned chef/owner of Graffiato restaurant in Washington, DC and former “Top Chef” contestant Mike Isabella has visited Greece and Turkey this week. He is one of the first chefs to serve as a culinary ambassador abroad under the State Department's new initiative "Diplomatic Culinary Partnership" which aims to elevate the role of culinary engagement in America’s formal and public...
U.S. Consulate General Hosts Iftar for Neighbours in Istinye

The Consulate General in Istanbul and Sarıyer Municipality hosted a fast-breaking dinner for İstinye residents the night of Aug. 15. Approximately 500 people from Kaplıcalar and Poligon neighborhoods near the consulate attended the event, which took place in the consulate’s parking lot in İstinye while consulate employees joined the locals for dinner.
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in Istanbul, August 11, 2012

Following her 10-day trip to Africa, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary R. Clinton arrived in Istanbul to consult with senior Turkish officials today. While in Istanbul, the Secretary met with President Gul, Prime Minister Erdoğan, Foreign Minister Davutoğlu and other senior Turkish officials to discuss bilateral and multilateral foreign policy issues.
Ambassador Ricciardone at Üsküdar Iftar Tent in Istanbul

U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Francis Ricciardone together with The U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Philip H. Gordon and U.S. Consul General Scott Kilner helped municipality caterers to serve iftar meals in Üsküdar Iskele Meydanı, Istanbul with the Mayor of Üsküdar Mustafa Kara. Ambassador Ricciardone also gave remarks before the iftar dinner, and then took a tour of the Bağlarbaşı Cultural Center and watched the children's show.
U.S. Assistant Secretary Philip Gordon at Uskudar Iftar Tent in Istanbul

Assistant Secretary Gordon has attended an iftar (fast-breaking dinner), hosted by the Mayor of Üsküdar Mustafa Kara at İskele Meydanı in Üsküdar, Istanbul. U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Francis J. Ricciardone and U.S. Consul General to Istanbul Scott F. Kilner joined him at the İftar event.
Barbecue with YES Students at Consul General's Residence in Istanbul

Consul General Scott Kilner and Mrs. Kilner gave a barbecue party in their garden, in honor of fifty high school students who were chosen to study at different regions of the U.S. in the 2012-2013 academic year, as participants of the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange & Study (YES) Program funded by the State Department.
"2 Continents 1 Race" Bospohorus Cross-continental Race

We are meeting for sports at a point where history, arts and cultures converge. Asia and Europe are merging Bosphorus through a race. On the morning of 15th of July, thousands of swimmers began the race from one of the famous stops of the Bosphorus in Kanlıca and started swimming towards Kuruçeşme in Europe throughout the race-course of 6.5km’s.
U.S.-Turkey Trade and Investment Relations - Bloomberg HT Interview

The United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ron Kirk and Acting Secretary of Commerce and Deputy Secretary of Commerce Rebecca M. Blank are visiting Turkey to participate in the U.S.-Turkey Framework for Strategic Economic and Commercial Cooperation (FSECC).
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's Remarks With Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu at GCTF Meeting

On June 7, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton traveled to Istanbul, Turkey, to co-chair the Global Counterterrorism Forum Ministerial and consult with senior Turkish officials on a range of foreign policy challenges, including Syria and Iran.
Award Ceremony in Honor of Ambassador Levent Şahinkaya

U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Francis Ricciardone: "Thank you very much. Our country owes a great debt of gratitude to Turkey and especially to Ambassador Sahinkaya for his tenacious advocacy and support for Americans in distress during the assisted departure of American citizens from Libya last year. Ambassador Sahinkaya and his skillful and persistent efforts on behalf our four..."
USA Puppetmaster, Scott Land Performs in Yalova and Çanakkale

USA puppetmaster, Scott Land sponsored by the U.S. Mission in Turkey performed at several events during the 15th International Istanbul Puppet Festival which took place between May 3-13, 2012. Scott Land will also perform on Tuesday evening, May 15 at 19:00 in Raif Dinçkök Cultural Center, Yalova and on Saturday May 20 at 18:00 at Çanakkale's, Çağlar Kaynak Basketball Square.
The Harlem Globetrotters Performed at Ülker Sports Arena in Istanbul

The Harlem Globetrotters, founded in 1926 in Chicago, are a mythic part of the childhood – and adulthood – of Americans. They performed at the Ülker Sports Arena in Istanbul on May 5, 2012. U.S. Ambassador Francis J. Ricciardone and Dr. Marie Ricciardone along with alumni of the U.S. government-sponsored student leaders program (SUSI) attended the event.
2012 Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders Gathering

On March 21, the finalists for the 2012 Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders gathered to meet each other and learn about the program. They will participate in a five-week academic program on social entrepreneurship from June to August 2012 at the University of Connecticut, with additional travel to two other U.S. cities. The group was joined by the 2011 Student Leaders, who...
American Tunes by Virgina Music Adventures in Istanbul

In Istanbul the Virginia Music Adventures Jazz Orchestra played together with Beyoğlu Youth Orchestra at the Youth Center Music Workshop in Beyoğlu followed by a concert. They also gave a concert together with Darüşşafaka High School Music Club to a large crowd at Istinye Park.
Spectrum of Education Conference at FMV Işık Schools

Educator, author and futurist Marc Prensky - a globally recognized expert in the field of education - visited Istanbul to participate in a series of conferences/panels, presentations and workshops from November 17-24, 2011. Watch the video prepared by the U.S. Consulate Public Affairs staff in Istanbul using various shots from his Istanbul visit.
New York's World-renowned Bluegrass Music Band Mountain Quickstep in Istanbul

For over 13 years, Mountain Quickstep has brought lively fiddle tunes, lonesome folksongs, and fancy footwork to audiences from New England to Texas and abroad. The group will give two concert performances in Istanbul - at Tuzla Municipality İdris Güllüce Cultural Center, Beyoğlu Municipality Youth Center and Zeytinburnu Culture and Art Center.
VP Joe Biden Visits Istanbul's Samatya Square

Vice President Joe Biden made one last stop in Istanbul before departing for Athens - the last leg of his trip through the region in December 2011. Samatya Square -- a traditional neighborhood in the Fatih district of Istanbul -- is home to all sorts of vendors and food stands carrying local specialties.
U.S. Ambassador F. Ricciardone Attends GEO VIII Exhibit in Istanbul

Ambassador Ricciardone attended the press conference and bilateral meetings with TÜBİTAK representatives including Dr. Yücel Altunbaşak the President. Together with Dr. Atunbaşak Ambassador Ricciardone toured the GEO exhibit and was interviewed by Kanal 24 and TRT TV.
Mark Prensky was a guest on TV8's "Bu Sabah/This Morning" live TV show

FMV Işık Schools brought together educators, teachers, school officials and volunteers with a focus on high-school level education from fifteen countries around the globe at the first "Spectrum of Education Conference" in Istanbul. Mark Prensky was a keynote speaker at the conference...
Justice O’Connor's Interview with CNN Türk

During her Istanbul visit, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor met prominent legal experts of Istanbul and was interviewed by Ahu Özyurt of CNN Turk (Turkish).
GEP Director Steven Koltai on CNBC-E's "Son Baskı"

During his Turkey visit, GEP Director Steven Koltai met with Turkish businessmen doing business with the U.S. and also participated in CNBC-E's "Son Baskı" program, providing information about areas of cooperation between Turkey and the U.S. within the framework of GEP.
Steven Koltai on Bloomberg HT's "Devre Arası"

August 12, 2011 Global Entrepreneurship Program (GEP) Director Steven Turkey visited Turkey to attend various meetings and also participated Bloomberg HT's live "Devre Arası" program, providing information about areas of cooperation between Turkey and the U.S. within the framework of GEP.