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Under The Dome resident & international house news Cultural Harmony: IH Resident Musical Vibrations Spring Concert On March 13, 2013, I-House residents showed their talent through music and dance performances at the annual Spring Concert. SPRINGFEST: EDITH COLIVER FESTIVAL OF CULTURES Food, fashion and fun! On April 20th, I-House residents and visitors enjoyed music, dance, an international fashion show and tempting treats from around the world at the Edith Coliver Festival of Cultures. This year's country-focus was Poland, and featured folk dancing and a performance of Poland's National Anthem. Photos by Larnie Macasieb I-House Shakes At a Coffee Hour in February, residents gathered in the Great Hall to perform "Harlem Shake, I-House Style." Resident Taymour Mortagui, originally from Egypt, got the party started as the dancing Pharaoh, with residents from all over the world joining in the fun. The video can be seen on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/ihouseberkeley in the Resident Performances playlist. n Spiesz dances with Polish Danceversity Teen Team (Choreography: Mary Kay Stuvland) German residents at their booth in the patio. Supported by the Consulate General of Germany. Lit from Within: IH Building & Resident Enlightenment The Spring of 2013 has brought new light to the iconic dome of International House with a new LED light installation that illuminates a lovely glow from within, defining the majestic arches of our 83-year-old historic home. With a wonderful synergy, the semester has also launched new efforts through I-House health workers, students who liaise with Cal's Tang Health Center on wellness issues. Photo by Joël Thai The group organized a special spring event to enhance resident well-being: a trip to the UC Botanical Gardens, just up the hill from I-House. Residents toured the garden and were led in a discussion on the importance of mindful eating, relaxation and physical activity. While at the garden, residents enjoyed yoga, meditation and healthy snacks. The trip also promoted twiceweekly yoga lessons at I-House organized by Resident Council, which is helping ensure, from top to bottom, I-House is a place where enlightenment thrives. n By popular demand, Japanese residents performed the traditional Soran Bushi dance on four stages! Supported by the Consulate General of Japan. Mas Makers Massive, a carnival arts performance group from Trinidad & Tobago. Photos copyright Lori A. Cheung, thePortraitPhotographer.com International House Times 3