Summer Hours
The Club will be closed from 18 July to 10 August 2025 for the summer holidays.
The Club will be closed on Thursday, September 11th, 2025 for Jeune Genevois.
During the period of June 30 - July 17 and again August 11-21, our Club office hours will be: Monday through Thursday 9:30–12:30. Closed on Fridays.
Pilates with Claudia! This one hour Pilates class, is an effective full-body workout with body awareness, improving muscle strength, coordination & flexibility. The focus is on coordinating breathing together with controlled movements. This class is recommended for all levels.
Registration opens two weeks before the class. Pilates and Yoga are very popular classes so please sign up for one or the other in order to give all our interested members an opportunity to join a class.
Planning excursions for 2025/2026. All welcome. For more information Contact Sara at aiwcevents@gmail.com
La Maison de Tara is a hospice offering an alternative to hospitalization for people in palliative care. Residents spend their final days in a non-medical atmosphere surrounded by warmth, care and tenderness.
Volunteers from the AIWC help to maintain a beautiful vegetable, flower and rose garden.
Registration is required - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through!
Any questions can be addressed to aiwcvolservices@gmail.com.
Bridge for Pleasure
An afternoon of relaxed bridge, with a break for refreshments.
Please register!
Contact: Patricia R or Lilia M who can be found in the directory.
On the third Wednesday of each month we will meet at 18:00 to take a 1½ to 2 hour walk around parts of Geneva. We will discover the many green spaces and landmarks that make up this beautiful city.
All hikes will be on established trails and will have opportunities to peel off early if necessary.
Partners are welcome to join as well.
Each month’s hike will be listed on the Calendar and Urban Hike Activity Update.
Please register by 18:00 the Tuesday night before.
Contact Sara at saraswisshikes@gmail.com
Check the AIWC Evening Urban Hikes Activity Update for details this week hike and "SUBSCRIBE" to receive hiking notification emails in your inbox. In your personal profile, select to receive these emails immediately.
General Information and Guidelines: updated 29, October 2020
Colis du Coeur provides food and hygienic products for free to people in precarious situation. The distribution is customized to allow families from 3000 homes to choose what they need.
We will help to replenish the shelves of their distribution center.
There are several public transports nearby but a free parking is also available.
Registration is required - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through. There is a waiting list, so please register even if you see there are no slots left!
Contact aiwcvolservices@gmail.com. for more information and to get on the roster.
Do you love working with pins and needles? This activity is for those who work in any needle craft, including sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery and even clothes repair. There is no specific instruction but lots of discussion and we are also happy to help you gain confidence with your practice! Come work on your project in the company of other women who love to do needlework while chatting.
Please register! You will receive an email confirmation once you register.
Contact: Gillian for further information.
Come and join us any time in the company of cheerful women. This class will give you the opportunity to practice your conversational English, and at the same time, you'll have a chance to pick up grammar tips and new vocabulary. New students should have a basic knowledge of English.
TUESDAY AFTERNOON: 14:00 – 15:30
THURSDAY MORNING: 10:00 - 11:30
Please register! - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through!
After registration you will receive a confirmation email .
Contact: Sharon & Katherine aiwcews@gmail.com for more information
Calling all music lovers! You can join other Club members to attend the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) Genève Plage Festival by the lake. Please register so that we can know you are coming. Thursday 21st August at 21:15 Summer Serenade, Giuseppe Mengoli conductor Friday 22nd August at 21:15 An American in Paris (Film-concert in vo) Ernest Van Tiel conductor Saturday 23rd August at 21:15 Sinatra Matt Dusk Sings Sinatra OSR Jazz Band Ensemble You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
Calling all music lovers!
You can join other Club members to attend the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) Genève Plage Festival by the lake. Please register so that we can know you are coming.
Thursday 21st August at 21:15
Summer Serenade, Giuseppe Mengoli conductor
Friday 22nd August at 21:15
An American in Paris (Film-concert in vo) Ernest Van Tiel conductor
Saturday 23rd August at 21:15
Sinatra
Matt Dusk Sings Sinatra
OSR Jazz Band Ensemble
You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
We walk at a brisk pace for about two hours on Friday mornings throughout the year in the Geneva countryside and canton Vaud using public transport. We usually meet around 9:00 and end around noon. Registration is required by 16:00 the day before the hike.- remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through. Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you .
Questions?? Email ; aiwcfridaymorninghikes@gmail
Check the Friday Hike Activity Update Forum for details about this weeks hike and "SUBSCRIBE" to receive hiking notification emails in your inbox. In your personal profile, select to receive these emails immediately.
Calling all music lovers! You can join other Club members to attend the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) Genève Plage Festival by the lake. Please register so that we can know you are coming. Friday 22nd August at 21:15 An American in Paris (Film-concert in vo) Ernest Van Tiel conductor Saturday 23rd August at 21:15 Sinatra Matt Dusk Sings Sinatra OSR Jazz Band Ensemble You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
Calling all music lovers! You can join other Club members to attend the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) Genève Plage Festival by the lake. Please register so that we can know you are coming. Saturday 23rd August at 21:15 Sinatra Matt Dusk Sings Sinatra OSR Jazz Band Ensemble You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
More information to come.
For questions or more info, please contact Sara at saraswisshikes@gmail.com
Check the ACTIVITIES UPDATE for details of this week's adventure and SUBSCRIBE to receive hiking notification emails in your inbox. In your profile, select to receive notification emails immediately. General Information and Guidelines: updated 29, October 2020 1- Children and pets are not allowed on hikes. 2- Hikes are 3+ hours and an all day commitment is necessary in order to participate. 3- Hikes are generally outside the canton of Geneva and are mostly reached using public transport. 4- Hikes are led by volunteer leaders who will supply all the necessary information about the hike on the AIWC Forum.. 5- Hikers are responsible for wearing appropriate clothing ,shoes, pools and for bringing all necessary equipment and supplies, particularly water, lunch and snacks. 6- Participants are responsible for their own safety and well-being and must follow the instructions provided by hike leaders. 7- The AIWC declines responsibility for the loss of personal property.
Fun in French will meet on Mondays from 10:00 to 11:30!
In this weekly class, we review grammar and aim to increase vocabulary in an informal, friendly, and supportive setting.
Registration is required - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through.
Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with contact information for Denise.
Contact: Isabelle F. who can be found in our Membership Directory here..
Beginner's French!
Gillian is excited to start teaching a beginner's French class for those of you who are completely new to the language or those who might of had a few classes earlier in life.
In this weekly class, we will learn in an informal, friendly, and supportive group.
Please sign up on line so Gillian knows your coming.
Duplicate Bridge Tournament
The Bridge Leader is Jean-Hervé Favre.
For information and partner search this week, contact Barbara F.
Please buy your Bridge tickets from the Office or Welcome desk.
These casual events are a great way to learn about the AIWC’s 40+ activities, special events, excursions and community service projects. Great for new folks that just moved to the city.
If you are interested in learning more about our Club, please register to attend or email us to register you.
Once you are registered, you will receive a confirmation email; and as we get closer to the event, we'll send you an email with information about transport, parking, etc.
We look forward to meeting you!
Questions?? Contact our Membership Directors Cathy and Catherine at aiwcmembership@gmail.com
Annual Fundraiser Committee Meeting
Contact: VS
Interested in Mahjong but don't know how to play? It's not so difficult. We can teach you the game! But first have a look at the general game instructions https://www.coololdgames.com/tile-games/mahjong/hong-kong/
If you have played Mahjong before, it is likely our we play different than you. We have noticed that every club or household around the world plays a different version. Please click here to see our Mahjong House Rules, Winning Hands and Scoring.
RSVP by Monday at 18:00. The activity will be cancelled if we don't get a minimum of three.
Newcomers to the game, the game of mahjong is a bit complicated in the beginning so plan to play at least three times to start understanding the basics and improve from there.
If you prefer a video:
Lesson one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzYEP3wHG5M Lesson two: this is the scoring card which is good to print out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m79ilmHVIUM Lesson three: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g09lNHzXh8M
Lesson one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzYEP3wHG5M
Lesson two: this is the scoring card which is good to print out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m79ilmHVIUM
Lesson three: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g09lNHzXh8M
This month: Centre de la Photographie Geneva -Botanical Murmers
All photograph levels are welcome, whether you have a cell phone or fancy camera.
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We are photography enthusiasts exploring the fascinating world of digital photography. Our objectives are to help you develop your own style, improve the use of your camera, and have fun. Activities include monthly meetings, monthly themes, photo exercises, excursions, our Flickr group and creating the AIWC photo wall. Beginners and experienced photographers welcome. Type of camera is not important.
Please register on the website, Wild apricot app or by calling the welcome desk.
The photography group meets once a month on the 4th Thursday.
The techniques to be discussed are appropriate for instruction in any language, English, French or Spanish which are currently scheduled on the AIWC calendar.
Please note that if there are members interested in teaching or co-teaching an Italian or German class, they are most welcome to join this workshop.
Questions? Contact Della at dellaperetti@mac.com, Sharon at sharmar_nd@yahoo.com or Katherine at katherine.bothager@gmail.com
French language conversation Group for intermediate to advanced Francophones!
Our mother-tongue French speakers alternate to provide varied conversation classes. Interested in discovering Swiss Culture through conversation? Join us to improve your French and knowledge of French and Swiss culture.
Registration is required - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through. Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with contact information
Paper Crafting Group
Love all things paper? Let's get together and be creative! No need to bring anything!
Angie will bring a couple of card projects to work on while discovering the world of paper crafting . There is no charge for these classes, however, there will be a donation jar to cover the supplies for those who wish to donate.
You must register up to two days before class so Angie can prepare the correct amount of paper crafts.
Contact: Angie Al Fakhouri here.
Contact: Volunteer Services
Now the 1st Tuesday of the month at 17:30-19:30 in the Clubrooms and Zoom
September 2 - The Women by Kristen Hannah
October 7 - Slow Road to Teheran by Rebecca Lowe
November 4 - Away by Amy Bloom
December 2 - West with Giraffes by Linda Rutledge
Register today!
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Raji’s contact information and other information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
2024 Books and Dates
Activity Leader - Raji
Pilates with Neeti and Chiyo! This one hour Pilates class, is an effective full-body workout with body awareness, improving muscle strength, coordination & flexibility. The focus is on coordinating breathing together with controlled movements. This class is recommended for all levels.
In this weekly class, we meet to chat in Spanish and discuss Spanish literature at an advanced level.
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Pina's contact information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
Contact: Yvonne L or Pina L here.
Bridge Tournament - Additional Session
Activities : aiwcactivities@gmail.com
Cocktails and Conversation! It's a Ladies' Night out with great drinks and even better conversation! Usually the first Wednesday of the month.
Please register in advance so Catherine and Beth Ann can make a table reservation.
Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you along with details of the meeting point and Catherine and Beth Ann's contact information .
Our September Meyrin Neighborhood Coffee will be held at Boulangerie Oberson, Route de Meyrin 299, Meyrin.
Join Shani on the 2nd Thursday of the month for a neighborhood coffee and chat in the Meyrin, Satigny, Vernier, Pays de Gex area. Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with the location of the coffee and Shani's contact information.
Please sign up the latest by the precedent Wednesday evening 18:00 or there is a chance that the coffee will be cancelled if we don't have enough people registered.
Contact: Shani T here.
Make sure you read the book beforehand so that you can participate fully in the discussion!
Meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of the month unless otherwise noted by an *. Please register each time you plan to attend.
2025 – 2026 Book Discussion Group
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Sue's contact information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
Contact: Sue G or Beth Ann D here.
The AIWC Board typically meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August. Board members, please Register !
If you have an item you would like to present to the board, please contact the secretary at aiwcsec@gmail.com.
Yumika is back to teach more Origami!
This week, learn about the famous Japanese paper craft and try it out for yourself. All materials will be generously provided by Yumika at no charge.
Please don't hesitate to join the waitlist, if Registration is full!
Potluck Supper Club
Join us for our first Potluck!
The theme this month is Summer Memories
(dishes we have enjoyed over the summer)
No cost! Simply bring an appetiser, main dish or dessert and we’ll share our culinary summer memories!
Please also think about bringing a drink of your choice.
All members and partners welcome.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there.
Registration is required - remember to hit confirm to complete your registration.
Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with contact information .
Contact: Candy, Catherine or Cathy on aiwcpotluck@gmail.com
Calling all movie lovers! Join us (usually) on the first Monday of the month to watch a movie in a local cinema followed by discussion of the movie over a glass of wine or a coffee in a nearby café. We will choose movies either in English or with English subtitles that are screening on a Monday afternoon or early evening depending on showtimes.
Because new movies for the week are not posted until Wednesday, we will not be able to use the Hotline to communicate the chosen film. In order to directly receive information about the upcoming movie, subscribe to the Movie Club on our Activities Update Page here.
After you subscribe to the Activity Update, go to your membership profile, find Email Subscriptions and then make sure you receive updates IMMEDIATELY. The system default is set at Daily.
Contact Beth Ann for any questions and suggestions.
Contact: Denise B. who can be found in our Membership Directory here..
Join your fellow members for a drink before heading over to the Cathedral to enjoy access to the Cathedral towers and to admire the panorama during a full moon.
We will meet at the fountain at the Place de Bourg de Four at 7:30 to have a drink and chat and then head over to the Cathedral to purchase tickets for the tower tour.
The tickets are CHF 10 per person.
Partners are welcome to join.
Registration required.
More information on Nocturnes of St. Pierre at www.fcsp.ch
Contact Sara at aiwcevents@gmail.com for more info
This month's theme: The Wines of the Loire Valley – Join us to explore the rich diversity of the Loire Valley, one of France’s most enchanting and multifaceted wine regions. Stretching over 600 miles along the Loire River, this iconic area is home to a stunning array of wine styles, from crisp whites and elegant reds to vibrant rosés and some of the finest sparkling and dessert wines in the world.
AIWC club member Beth Ann Dahan, long-time wine educator and vineyard owner will lead us through a tasting of a variety of wines. All wine lovers welcome – no experience or prerequisite required!
The cost of this course will be CHF 15-20 to cover the cost of the wines. Please bring this to the class and pay directly to Beth Ann.
The Wine Tasting Seminars will take place at different times over the course of the year. Each class is a stand-alone class.
Future seminars might include, but not limited to: New World vs Old World wines, Fortified Wines, Regional Wine Seminars, and Food Wine Pairing.
Remember to sign up for the Wine Events Activity Update to stay informed about any last minute upcoming outings or events with the link bellow:
https://aiwcgeneva.org/Activity-Updates/13524272
For any questions, contact Beth Ann here.
Join us for a 2 day trip to Aix en Provence to explore the Cezanne 2025 International Exhibition.
The trip includes optional tours -information on registration.
We will also have time to explore the city as well.
For more information contact aiwcevents@gmail.com
Bridge lessons for intermediate players. Usually the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
Perfect your Bridge! - Come along to learn how to improve your game with a professional English speaking bridge teacher.
Lessons one or two Wednesday mornings a month - There is a 20CHF fee per lesson payable in cash directly to the teacher.
Please register for each lesson you plan to attend. Please only register if you are sure to attend. You will receive an email confirmation once you register.
If there are less than 4 registrants, the lesson may be cancelled.
Contact: aiwcactivities@gmail.com for more details and participation fees.
Welcome to our Open House! Open to those interested in our Club as well as our members, this is your chance to learn more about what our Club offers and meet our members, from around the world, who are part of this warm and friendly organization.
Our volunteer activity leaders organize language classes, book groups, exercise classes, wine tasting and well-being seminars, meditation, Mahjong and Bridge, coffees, cultural excursion, road trips and so much more.
Feel free to explore our website, in advance, particularly the Our Activities and the Calendar.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Patricia at aiwcactivities@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing you!
Define and Align (Fascial Yoga) with : Anne Macnabb Nadjafi
This once-monthly gentle class is for members of all ages who would like to regain and maintain mobility, protect their joints and improve posture for longterm health. In these classes we will learn how to:
Please wear comfortable clothing you can move and breath in and bring your personal mat if you have one. (there are also mats provided in the Club Rooms).
Space is limited to 12 members. Please sign up on the Website or Wild Apricot Application.
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Anne’s contact information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
After a busy summer we are happy to welcome members new and old, to join us for a potluck lunch.
No cost! Simply bring a main dish or dessert and we’ll share our lunch.
Soft drinks will be provided by the Club.
This will take place after the Friday morning hike, the hike will begin
and end at the Clubrooms and anyone hiking is invited to bring
their contribution to the Clubrooms at 9:00 before the hike. Non
hikers should arrive at the Club for 12:30
Join us on the 4th Tuesday of each month for coffee ! Our right bank coffee moves location from one month to the next.
Please Register to get the details of the location.
Desi B is our organizer. You can find her contact details in the Directory.
For additional information and updates regarding location and meeting point please check the Activities Update Page on the Website.
This month: Photo Wall Change at the Club Our collection will be about the theme « pairs ».
Cercle de Lecture (discussion de livres en français)
Meetings are at 10am on the 3rd Thursday of the month unless otherwise indicated. We ask you to read the book beforehand so that you can be fully involved in the discussion.
Pour plus de détails – contact Sue G. or Melissa W. via the Directory.
Books and Dates for 2025 (d’habitude le 3me jeudi du mois)
*(4me jeudi)
Please register each time you plan to attend. Registration opens one week before.
Finance Committee Meeting
Contact: Treasurer
Calling all music lovers! Yo can join other Club members to attend the live of the Opera Tosca from the Royal Ballet & Opera London You can read more on the link below: Opéra Passion : Tosca (Royal Ballet & Opera 2025) Puccini You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
Yo can join other Club members to attend the live of the Opera Tosca from the Royal Ballet & Opera London
You can read more on the link below:
Opéra Passion : Tosca (Royal Ballet & Opera 2025) Puccini
Japanese Cooking Class
Yumika one of our members has kindly offered to give us a Japanese cookery demonstration, we will then enjoy some Japanese food which she has prepared.
Yumika will present a video explanation of Japanese cuisine. We will then move to the club kitchen for preparation of miso soup, Japanese rolled omelette and a main dish.
Numbers will be limited to 12 and attendees will be asked to contribute to Yumika’s costs, payable on the day.
Please register via the calendar on the website or on the WA mobile App, or by calling the Welcome Desk.
"Gourmets Internationaux" is an international foodie group! It is all about international cuisine with recipe preparations, themed cooking (eg. for those with anosmia, gluten free dishes, vegetarian meals...), gadget discoveries, restaurant visits and more!
We normally meet on the second or third Thursday of each month from 13:00-15:00 . Everyone is welcome. so if you love food and want to learn more about international cuisine, join us!
Contact: gourmetsaiwc@gmail.com
This once-monthly gentle class is for students of all ages who would like to regain and maintain mobility, protect their joints and improve posture for longterm health. In these classes we will learn how to:
Space is limited to 12 students. Please sign up on the Website or Wild Apricot Application.
This month: Autumn Photo Shoot
Calling all music lovers! You can join other Club members to attend the live of the Ballet « La fille mal gardée » from the Royal Ballet & Opera London. More information on the link below: Opéra Passion : LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE Ballet You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
You can join other Club members to attend the live of the Ballet « La fille mal gardée » from the Royal Ballet & Opera London.
More information on the link below:
Opéra Passion : LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE Ballet
We will be preparing rooms 8,9,10,11, 12, 14 and the kitchen in preparation for the Art and Craft Market.
If you are interested in helping set up tables, please email Sara
mailto:aiwcevents@gmail.com
We are looking for all types of handmade and homemade items for the AIWC Art and Craft Market coming this November
Some examples include: needlework, sewing, paper crafts, pottery, jewelry, artwork, photography or any other handy craft.
And culinary ladies are included too! We would love to include any homemade non-perishable items like jams, jellies, flavored oils and chutneys.
Commercially produced items will not be accepted.
There is a non-refundable Member CHF 25 table reservation fee to be paid with your registration.
New this year we are also asking for an item for a raffle that we will have in the Clubrooms starting November 3.
When you register, you will be asked to give a brief description of what you would like to sell.
You will receive more information upon registration.
Non-Member registration will be available
September 8 and registration for non members is CHF 40.
Space is limited
If you have any questions, please email Sara at aiwcmarket@gmail.com
Your Favorite Recipe to share
Please bring along your favorite go to dish, sweet or savory and also bring the recipe which we will share.
This month: best ideas and apps for Holiday Pics
Calling all music lovers! You can join other Club members to attend the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) Christmas Concert. Please register so that we can know you are coming. You can contact Mona via our membership directory.
You can join other Club members to attend the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) Christmas Concert. Please register so that we can know you are coming.
Please bring your favorite sweet or savory festive food to share.
There will be a Secret Santa so please bring along a gift to share, maximum cost CHF 10.
Seasonal dress is encouraged.
Dietary Restrictions Dishes
We all need recipes to use when we have to take account of intolerances, be it gluten or lactose or something else.
Please bring along a dish sweet or savory to share and we can exchange ideas of how food can still be delicious when certain ingredients need to be excluded.
This month: change photo wall - Details to be announced closer to date
Winter is still with us so come and warm up with a raclette lunch. No need to bring anything, there will be a small charge for ingredients, approx. CHF 10-15.
This month: Swiss Camera Museum Vevey - Details to be announced closer to date
Let’s celebrate the fantastic international nature of the members of our club and bring along and share dishes from our countries of origin.
This month: Photo shoot - Details to be announced closer to date
We will enjoy lunch together at this restaurant located just behind the Clubrooms. Once you register you will receive more details.
This month: clubroom photo class - Details to be announced closer to date
Picnic in a park
Do you struggle for inspirational and practical food to take along to a picnic? We must all have our favorite so please come along and share them with your fellow gourmets. Once you RSVP, you will receive details about which park.
This is our Book Choice meeting! Come prepared.
A change of venue for our second picnic, beside our beautiful Lac Leman. If you don’t fancy preparing anything there is a pop-up pizza stand and the possibility to paddle or swim.
Once you RSVP, you will receive details about which park.