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“It would be an excellent opportunity to share the life we have here in Rappahannock,” Mrs. Cartwright-Brown said. “Our industry, the tourist trade, agriculture, orchard*, vineyards, uu£young people and ^lurches and community organizations are all possibilities to show the visiting Russian citizens.”
The Center for Soviet-American Dialogue is a Washington-based organization which seeks to “enhance international relations by creating a framework in which the peoples of America and the Soviet Union can meet and dialogue with one another,” according to its statement.
It was begun by Rama Vernon, an American who felt frustrated in her attempts to talk with Soviet officials during a 1984 visit. After more visits and discussions withjjer Russian hosts, the Center for Soviet-American Dialogue was created. In two years, it has arranged for more than 700 Americans to visit the Soviet Union, as well as sponsored professional conferences and en^changes “creatively designed to open>i<hearts as well as minds,” accordmg'te the Center’s brochure.
Beginning Jan.^26, between 50 and 75 Soviets will visit Washington, D. C., and New York City, where they will stay for the week before the Citizens’ Summit. Part of that group, Mrs. Cartwright-Brown said, will be spending their time in Rappahannock. She asked that any residents interested in participating in the cultural exchange, or wanting additional information about the program, contact her at 987-8025.
Mrs. Cartwright-Brown emphasized that it is not only individuals who are needed to help host the Soviet guests. She encouraged any groups in the county to become involved, adding thatathe exchange of ideas will benefit everyone.
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