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 <\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
Van has travelled to 24 countries including national and international locations and even taken four of his grandchild on the adventures, too. <\/p>\n
Its been really amazing for them, he said. <\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
For information, call Chris at 971-218-0361 or go tofforegon.org. <\/p>\n
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