Van Nichols, left, and Chris Duval invite others to join them for the Friendship Force 40th anniversary celebration at the Albany Public Library on Sunday, March 19, 2017.(Photo: ANNA REED / Statesman Journal)Buy Photo

Do you dream of world travel? If so,Chris DuvalandVan Nicholshave an opportunity for you with The Friendship Force International Club of the Mid-Willamette Valley.

We are an international group of people who travel, primarily through homestays, not just to see the sights but to get to know the people and culture, Chris said.

Van has travelled to 24 countries including national and international locations and even taken four of his grandchild on the adventures, too.

Its been really amazing for them, he said.

The club, which is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting understanding, cultural education and citizen diplomacy, will celebrate its 40th anniversary with an open house 2 p.m. Sunday, March 19, at Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. SE, and the public is welcome to join.

Some of our members will talk about what Friendship Force has meant to them, Chris said. Its a prime time to ask questions about what we do.

The celebration will also feature a slideshow of photos from past adventure and the group will share information about the journeys planned for 2017, plus there will be cake and refreshments served.

For information, call Chris at 971-218-0361 or go tofforegon.org.

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