Whether you're a new member of the U.S. expat community, or a seasoned fellow with years of filing experience, it's always a good idea to stay abreast of new tax regulations and requirements imposed by Uncle Sam. It's also wise to work with a professional tax advisor who can help implement tax-saving strategies, identify income deductions, and who may point out any potential I.R.S. red-flags.
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Discover America Week, Qatar 2016
Prepare to explore the heart of America in the 2nd Annual Discover America Week Qatar 2016! Coming to Doha from the 15th-22nd February, the eight-day event by AmCham Qatar and the U.S. Embassy Qatar will be showcasing all things American.
Come join us and be part of the festivities for our 2nd Annual Discover America Week Qatar 2016!
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Suggestions?
If you have any suggestions on how we can improve our club, we welcome your ideas! You can submit your suggestions anonymously by Clicking Here
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Tax and immigration tips for expats topic of Feb. meeting
Don't miss our February General Meeting, when representatives from Price Waterhouse Cooper will be speaking about important topics most expat women need to know!
Ever imagine what you would do in the unlikely case of your spouse's demise while working here in Doha? Are you familiar with all Uncle Sam's tax reporting requirements that could subject you to a $10,000 fine? Are your financial inv...
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AWAQ to kick-off “Discover America Week” Feb. 15th
Get your best red, white & blue outfit ready, and hold this date! AWAQ is happy to be hosting the International Ladies Potluck Group event on February 15th (America's Presidents Day), kicking off a full week of activities that celebrate U.S. and Qatari relations.
In collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce in Qatar and the U.S. Embassy, AWAQ will host an "American Beauty Breakfas...
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Pillow Talk
Our group of heart pillow volunteers keeps growing, and our members just keep on giving! AWAQ members have been extremely generous with their time, and with donations of toiletries, socks, bras and underwear, all for the benefit of cancer patients. For our upcoming February meeting, we will be collecting new bras.
Last month, students from Qatar University College of Law helped out by sewing m...
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New discounts and offers for members
If you're a self-described "diva" and enjoy a bit of pampering, you'll love our new discount sponsor, Diva Lounge Spa. Founded in 2006, this ladies only day spa offers 5 star service and a full spectrum of treatments which include facials, body treatments, hair therapies, nail services and waxing. Aimed to maintain affordable prices while enhancing the well being of clients, Diva Lounge Spa offers...
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Happy 2016!
The New Year’s Eve fireworks are over, some of us have made resolutions, and we are returning to our expat lives. Back in the U.S., it’s time to get ready for the State of the Union address, Martin Luther King commemorations and political primaries. Living in Doha we are keenly aware of world events, and how they affect us, and others around us. As we welcome in 2016, let’s all rememb...
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Upcoming events for members and families
Some great events are in store for AWAQ members in January and February, with a special emphasis on family time. Our events team has organized some new, exciting outings, while reprising some very successful past events. If you're new to Doha, or have never had a chance to join our group on some of our most popular events, here's another opportunity! The following is a quick overview of upcoming ...
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Every time you shop online, you can help the FAWCO Foundation
With the holiday shopping season is in full swing, wouldn't you feel better if you knew your online purchases were contributing to a good cause? Now you can help the FAWCO Foundation by registering at iGive.com.
How does it work? Just shop as usual at any of 1,700 online stores. It's fast and automatic when you download the iGive Button or app to your web browser, iPhone/iPad or Android devi...
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