Every two years, Kiker hosts International Night, a proud celebration of all of the nationalities, countries and cultures represented in our Kiker families. The entire Kiker community is invited to enjoy entertainment with live presentations and a silent disco with playlist from different cultures, feast on delicious cuisine from around the world cooked by Kiker families, and have your passport stamped at the various country booths.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR THE EVENT DAY!
MARCH 24th
5:30PM - 7:30PM
This year, we will have several food options.
FOOD VENDORS
We will invite 3 food vendors from the community!
YOU MUST PREORDER as these vendors will not be taking any orders at the event.
Orders must be placed by 5:30PM on Wednesday, March 22th‼︎
●Asahi Imports: (Japanese Cuisine) Bento Boxes, Onigiri (Rice balls)
●Pearl Kitchen: (Indian/Vegetarian Cuisine) Thali boxes that come with roti/rice/curry/dal, Samosa and much more
● Seas To Shells: (Filipino Cuisine)Lumpia, Turon
These items are available for pre-order only to be picked up at the event. If you would like to order food, please CLICK HERE and order now!
POTLUCK
Feel free to bring a dish that represents your cultural heritage or country of origin, so that Kiker families can sample these diverse cuisines.Please ensure the food item is easy to serve and in a disposable container. Please be mindful of the ingredients and be prepared to list all common food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, gluten, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish). Food labels will be provided at the event.If you would like to bring dishes, please CLICK HERE .
How can you help?
COUNTRY BOOTHS
Parents and community members can volunteer to host country booths to highlight their culture and share artifacts, history, and crafts from their country. If you would like to host a country booth, please CLICK HERE to sign up. (Note, country booths are limited due to space constraints.) *All the countries booths are booked.
PARADE OF NATIONS
At the morning assembly on March 24th, Kiker students are invited to march in a Parade of Nations. Students can sign up to dress in a costume or attire from their country of origin, and will be featured on the stage before the Kiker community. To sign up to participate in the Parade of Nations, CLICK HERE!
ASSEMBLY GREETING
During the month of March, and in preparation for International Night, children are encouraged to take part in the daily morning greetings. Children may choose to sing a 1-2 minute song or do a dance that is representative of their country. Or, simply sign up to share a "Good Morning" in a different language! *We are fully booked for assembly greetings.
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
The stage is filled with show-stopping talent ranging from Kiker students and parents to local performers, showcasing their culture. Past acts have been about 10 minutes long. *We are fully booked for entertainment performances.
SILENT DISCO by QUIET EVENTS
This year we will also have a silent disco experience featuring channels showcasing a different country or region's music.
Admission & Food
The admissions is free. Feel free to bring a dish that represents your cultural heritage or country of origin. Please ensure the food item is easy to serve and in a disposable container. Please also be mindful of the ingredients and be prepared to list all common food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, gluten, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish). Food labels will be provided at the event.
Contact & More Info
Kiker International Night email - kikerin2018@gmail.com
Prerna Kedia - prernakedia17@gmail.com
Nicole Walker - niclabadie@gmail.com