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.
General Information and Guidelines: updated 29, October 2020
The Writers Workshop is for any Club member interested in pursuing the art of writing (in English). Assigned topics allow the writer to tell a story while sharpening technical skills, style and voice in fiction, non-fiction and poetry. New members are welcome. Regular attendance is encouraged. Meeting the first Friday of each month.
Register today! Meeting in the Clubrooms.
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: Pina
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: Denise B. who can be found in our Membership Directory here..
Upcycling Creations - Every first and third Monday of the month, Luisa guides participants to make a something wonderful and useful out of household items you might normally recycle or throw away.
Luisa will provide all materials and guide you through a project that uses every day materials to create something new..
There is no charge for these classes, however, there will be a donation jar to cover the supplies for those who wish to donate.
Registration is required and is limited - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through.
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.
This Monday we will be viewing "Hard Truths" (Deux Soeurs), the latest film from famed British director Mike Leigh. It tells the story of two sisters with very different personalities - one angry and resentful and the other cheerful and compassionate and how they try to come together on Mother's Day.
The film has a running time of 1h37m and will be screened at 13h55 at Les Scalas Cinema, 23, rue des Eaux-Vives, 1207 Genève. We will meet at the cinema 15 minutes before showtime and afterward go for a coffee to discuss the film.
For those who are interested, you might want to consider signing up for a Cine Pass card that is good at many Geneva cinemas including Les Scalas. You pay CHF 30 for the annual card and it gives you access to films for CHF 10. You can find more info here. You can get the card directly at the cinema.
Please sign up on the website or the Apricot app.
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.
Cultural Crafting featuring Origami with Yumika.
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!
Join us to get hands on with a craft from another culture and learn more about it while you're actually working on it.
Stay tuned to the Hotline for more detailed information about the next Cultural Crafting feature, and feel free to get in touch with Sara & Brianne with an questions or suggestions: aiwcmembersatlarge@gmail.com
Tuesday yoga with : Ursula Pannell
Registration to this class opens two weeks before the class.
Movement is life.
Ursula says that yoga in all its forms and various practices is essential to a flexible & strong body and mind.
In her classes she aims to provide a calm and supportive environment that focuses on moving with the breath, alignment and finding one's own personal best while developing strength, balance, flexibility as well as an inner stillness and calm. Please register on the website, wild apricot app or by phoning the welcome desk.
Plan to be on your mat and ready to start on time.
*Wear something comfortable - all participants should bring a mat and a towel to cover the mat. If you like you can also bring a blanket, blocks and a yoga strap if you have them, but mainly a positive attitude and a smile on your face.
Be kind to yourself, it’s a great place to start your journey.
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Ursula's contact information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
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
Luisa M if you think this level might be for you.
This is an invitation to come explore the practice of meditation with Navodini. We will do a combination of gentle stretching, breathing exercises, guided meditation, accompanied with gentle music, followed by quiet meditation. No experience necessary!
Space is limited to 8 women so make sure you register.
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.
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
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.
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
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
Now the 1st Tuesday of the month at 17:30-19:30 in the Clubrooms and Zoom
May 6 - The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
June 3 - The Language of Baklava by Diana Abu Jaber
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
What a wonderful way to start the day! NEW TIME!
Join Christine BB and Cathy S alternating between Bains des Paquis and the Pontons du Quai de Cologny.
In this weekly class, we meet to chat in Spanish and discuss Spanish literature at an advanced level.
Please register!
Contact: Yvonne L or Pina L here.
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.
Bridge Tournament - Additional Session
Activities : aiwcactivities@gmail.com
Bridge for Pleasure
An afternoon of relaxed bridge, with a break for refreshments.
Contact: Patricia R or Lilia M who can be found in the directory.
Cocktails and Conversation! It's a Ladies' Night out with great drinks and even better conversation! Usually the first Wednesday of the month (except January).
Please register in advance so Catherine 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 .
WE'VE MADE SIX TEAMS ! PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE WAITING LIST JUST IN CASE WE NEED A REPLACEMENT.
For those of you who are new to this event, each year the AIWC creates virtual teams of 10 people to participate in a 20-day steps challenge. Our entry fee goes directly to helping fund CancerSupport Switzerland.
Don't be overwhelmed with the following information. Sara and Christine will be able to help you.
The registration process has changed, so carefully read the following:
5,000 steps = about 3 Km, 45 minutes
10,000 steps = about 6 Km, 1hr30
15,000 steps = about 10 Km, >2hrs
3. On Thursday, April 3, you will be notified about your team. At this time you will be given instructions on how to register directly with CancerSupport Switzerland, join your team, and pay CHF 35. You will have one week to do this.
4. Before the Challenge begins, download the Pacer app onto your phone. You do not need a Smart Watch. The Pacer App will record your steps on your phone, or sync from a smart watch. As the day progresses (wherever you are in the world) team steps are tallied, informing you of where your team is placed relative to others, thus creating a gentle competition.
The Steps for Cancer Support Challenge 2025 runs for 20 days between May 8-27.
Questions can be direct to Christine BB at aiwcactivities@gmail.com and Sara at saraswisshikes@gmail.com. . Alternatively, you can visit the Steps Challenge webpage 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.
2024 – 2025 Book Discussion Group
June 12 Book Choices meeting
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.
TUESDAY AFTERNOONS: 14:00 – 15:30
THURSDAY MORNINGS: 10:00 - 11:30
Our Clubrooms will be closed from 11:00 for the Spring Luncheon.
The Penelope Julliard and Dorothy Stockell Awards will be presented as well the 2025-2026 Board at the Luncheon.
If you would like to bring a guest, please contact Angie at aiwcevents@gmail.com with their menu choice.
Guest price is CHF 75
Registration and Payment deadline Thursday May 1.
If you cancel before Thursday May 1, you are eligible for a refund minus any bank fees if paid by card. Cancellations after May 1, will be eligible for a Club credit for a future event.
If you have any questions, please email aiwcevents@gmail.com
Join the Salzburg trip!
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.
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
What a great way to start the day!
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.
Contact Patricia at aiwcvolservices@gmail.com with questions
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 Patricia at 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.
This month's coffee has been moved to May 15 so you can attend the Spring luncheon on May 8. 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 by Wednesday evenings, 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.
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.
Thursdays Together presents: Networking with Daniela
Daniela Casetta, an experienced public speaker and networking expert with years of experience in the Geneva area, will guide us through a presentation and group workshop on women-centered networking.
Whether you've long since left the working world or are currently trying to find your way into the local scene, you are heartily invited to join us and learn about Unlocking the Power of Networking.
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Thursdays Together are a monthly activity with Sara and Brianne where an interesting topic is discussed, or presented along with refreshments. Past topics have included favorite Swiss holidays, public transport, hiking in Geneva, health, and more. Stay tuned to the Hotline for more information about our next Thursdays Together. For any questions or more information, contact Sara and Brianne at aiwcmembersatlarge@gmail.com Remember to hit confirm for your registration to be complete!
More information to come.
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for coffee in Vésenaz for a coffee and chat!
Please sign up by Monday evenings, 18:00 or there is a chance that the coffee will be cancelled if we don't have four people registered.
Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with contact information and details about the café.
Contact: Christine BB here.
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.
Participating in the Steps for CancerSupport Challenge? This will be a fun urban group walk to get some steps in together.
We will meet at Place des Grottes (behind Gare Cornavin).
This will be a fairly flat 2 hour loop hike going through several of the city's parks including Cropettes, Trembley and Franchise and back to the gare.
No registration required. Just show up.
Questions?? Email saraswisshikes@gmail.com
Cheese and Wine Evening
Join us for a casual Cheese and Wine Evening!
Please come with a bottle of wine of your choice and cheese or finger food to share.
Partners/spouses are welcome to join in. Let's snack, drink, chat and have a fun evening!
Please register yourself and your spouse or partner.
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Angie's contact information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
For more information, please contact Angie:at aiwcevents@gmail.com or Sara GS at saraswisshikes@gmail.com.
Join us for our Annual General Meeting in the Clubrooms or via Zoom.
Date: May 22 at 14:00
Come to support your club and enjoy some bubbly and nibbles with your friends! Please register!
Should you be unable to attend in person you can still attend the meeting using your computer, tablet or phone to 'Zoom` in.
The zoom link will be sent closer to the date of the meeting.
Questions? Contact the Secretary at aiwcsec@gmail.com
Join our Friday hikers for a Loop walk from Lignon Tours through Vernier and back to Lignon.
We will be meeting at Gare Cornavin Pl. K to take the 9 bus to Lignon Tours at 8:59 or you can meet us at Lignon Tours Stop (Terminus for bus 9) at 9:18
Join us for a day out exploring the 9 gardens of Chateau Vullierens which include an amazing variety of irises and daylilies
Sign up on line or visit the Activities Update page to view detailed information about this excursion.
There is a restaurant for lunch, however I suggest bringing a picnic lunch to eat in their picnic area.
Wear comfortable shoes.
For more information on Chateau Vullierens https://www.chateauvullierens.ch/
For questions or more info contact Sara at saraswisshikes@gmail.com
Finance Committee Meeting
Contact: Treasurer
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.
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.
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.
This month's theme: To be determined.
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.
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.
Contact aiwcvolservices@gmail.com. for more information and to get on the roster.
Photo Wall Change at the Club Our collection will be about the color Orange. Orange should be the primary focal color or the only color. Hopefully you will have been inspired by the tulip festival and our editing session. We will have an amazing orange display!.
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 1st Thursday.
A change of venue for our second picnic, beside our beautiful Lac Leman. If you don’t fancy preparing anything these is a pop-up pizza stand and the possibility to paddle or swim. Once you RSVP, you will receive details about which park.
This is our Book Choice meeting! Come prepared.
Contact: Sue G or Beth Ann D here.
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 by Wednesday evenings, 18:00 or there is a chance that the coffee will be cancelled if we don't have enough people registered.
Samedi du Partage (Saturday of Sharing) will be on Friday, June 13 at Migros Gradelle, Chemin de la Gradelle 10, Chene-Bougeries. Bus stop: Gradelle
The AIWC helps with the biannual collection of food in Geneva's grocery stores which are then sent to a central warehouse and distributed amongst 53 different charities in Geneva.
Limited French is ok. You just need to be able to greet people with a smile, pass out bags, ask for donations and collect bags.
There are five different time slots, feel free to fill one or several of them! We are aiming to have two people per time slot.
Contact Patricia at aiwcvolservices@gmail.com
Sign up for our before-Summer potluck lunch!
Summer Vacation Potluck Lunch!
All English with a Smile participants are welcome. When you register you will need to communicate if you will bring a savory dish, sweet dish, or beverage.
Please register. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
Thursdays Together
Join Sara and Brianne for coffee and an interesting subject. Past topics have included favorite Swiss holidays, public transport, hiking in Geneva, health, and more. Stay tuned to the Hotline for more information about our next Tuesday Together.
For any questions or more information, contact Sara and Brianne at aiwcmembersatlarge@gmail.com
Remember to hit confirm for your registration to be complete!
Our Clubrooms are closed these two weeks however, some activities may continue. Check the calendar for up-to-date information.
We will will re-open to regular hours again on Monday August 21.
Join us for a Special Cheese and Wine Tasting Day as part of "Journee Caves Ouvertes". For more information please visit:
https://www.geneveterroir.ch/fr/caves-ouvertes-2025/6685
We will set off from SATIGNY train station at 9:45. You are responsible for getting yourself to the train station.
There is parking available near the station. Complimentary buses are available for us to travel between the caves.
Please join us for a fun day out. Friends and family are welcome to come. Please register yourself and any guests.
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you .
For more information, please contact: Sara: sgstrawn@gmail.com or
Angie: aiwcevents@gmail.com