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
Join us for a playdate!
Contact: For more information about the group contact Shell M. who you will find in the Directory.
Members at Large Time Together
Practical Security Seminar – Safety, Awareness and preparedness for women travelers
In light of the club’s upcoming trip to Cairo and as a way to address any concerns female travelers might have, we have arranged for a security professional to provide a practical security seminar that highlights best practices, with special attention to the safety, awareness, and preparedness of women travelers.
With 26 years of government experience in the security field, our speaker has worked extensively overseas in Eastern Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, as well as domestically throughout the United States. His career includes leading and supporting global security operations and complex investigations across diverse and high-risk environments. Drawing on this broad international background, he now works for the private sector, specializing in executive protection, crisis management, emergency evacuations, and travel security, providing strategic, practical solutions to safeguard people and organizations worldwide.
(Aperos & snacks to be provided)
Partners are free to come.
Please register. Contact Rebecca or Maria at aiwcmembersatlarge@gmail.com
For any questions or more information, contact Maria and Rebecca at aiwcmembersatlarge@gmail.com
Remember to hit confirm for your registration to be complete!
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..
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.
Monday Flow with Ping
Registration to this class opens two weeks before the class.
Begin your week with a gentle boost of energy and focus. This flowing class combines breath and movement, guiding you smoothly from one posture to the next. You’ll build strength, improve flexibility, and cultivate mindfulness while moving with ease. Each session offers creative sequences that encourage gentle exploration, leaving you feeling balanced, refreshed, and ready to embrace the week with clarity and calm.
Plan to be on your mat and ready to start on time.
Note: Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with Ping's contact information. If you don't receive confirmation, please check that you have hit "confirm" at the end of the registration process.
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.
Calling all movie lovers! Join us on the first Monday of the month (subject to change some months) 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.
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.
Tuesday yoga with : Ursula Pannell
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.
Please note that the first Tuesday of the month the class might start 8:30.
*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.
SNOW GROUP:
We will discover the ski area of Les Gets and Morzine with beautiful views of Mont Blanc. Please sign up to the activity if you plan to ski with the group and further details including travel arrangements will be shared. Please remember to take your passport with you, and insurance including on piste rescue is obligatory.
Please note that outings can be cancelled/postponed and destination can be changed due to weather and snow conditions.
Should you have any questions, please send an email to connie.gaofang@gmail.com.
We communicate via a WhatsApp group. When you register for the ski activity you will be added to the Snow Group chat. Registration closes two days in advance.
We, the skiers organize and share transportation through this chat. Transport is not the responsibility of the AIWC. The ladies who are willing to drive inform the group and give details of the nearest bus stop and when they wish to leave. The ladies wishing to have a lift must then contact the driver and be at the identified bus stop at the specified time. They should also give the driver CHF10 as a contribution to petrol and split the tolls.
Everyone is responsible for making sure they have all the appropriate equipment and insurance for the outing.
You will also need to register! - 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 the Snow Group and Details of Conditions and Leaders. Please read the confirmation email carefully.
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 Director Cathy at aiwcmembership@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
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.
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: Katherine & Denise at 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
2026 Books and Dates
3 Feb - I Deliver Parcels in Beijing by Hu Anyan
3 March - The Art Thief by Michael Finkel
31 March - Woman in the White Kimono by Ana Johns
5 May - The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
2 June - Cantora by Sylvia Lopez-Medina
1 Sep - The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
6 Oct - People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks
3 Nov - Mother Mary Comes to Me by Arundathi Roy
1 Dec - Disobedient by Elizabeth Fremantle
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.
Activity Leader - Raji
Strength Training with Neeti! This one hour training 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, Yoga and Strength Training 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.
In this weekly class, we meet to chat in Spanish and discuss Spanish literature at an advanced level.
Please register!
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.
Ready to start winter lake dipping (swimming). Temperatures are cold so the experience is invigorating and we've got a great group to share a tea with afterwards.
Join Christine BB and Cathy S alternating between Bains des Paquis and the Pontons du Quai de Cologny.
Bridge Tournament - Additional Session
Activities : aiwcactivities@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.
This is a new location for the hospice and the garden design is an ongoing project for AIWC volunteers.
*In winter there are a number of maintenance tasks, including pruning if that is your expertise. Also, we will be planting the donated plants (thank you members!) while they are dormant.
Please dress for the weather and bring gardening gloves.
Registration is required - remember to hit confirm or your registration will not go through!
Chem. du Villaret 10, 1224 Chêne-Bougeries, Switzerland
Any questions can be addressed to aiwcvolservices@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.
Note: An intermediate bridge knowledge and practice level are required to join this group. Participants should be familiar with basic bidding, suit forcing, and defensive signaling.
Stayman, Texas, Blackwood, Rudi, among others bridge conventions, are applied.
New participants are kindly requested to contact the Activity Leaders before signing in.
All members are welcome. Once you RSVP, your confirmation email will inform you of the exact location of our afternoon coffee.
Looking forward to seeing you all!
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.
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.
Pilates with Chiyo! For women, the pelvis and its surrounding inner muscles are extremely important, and require the proper care. In this class, we mainly focus on the exercise that target inner muscles, occasionally engaging the outer muscles to support them, thereby achieving whole body balance. As a result, you can experience “Relief for chills”, and increase “Boosting basal metabolism", "Body making”, and “Beautiful posture”.
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.
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.
Contact: Pina
For questions or more info, please contact Debra at debra.lipson@gmail.com
Check Activity Updates for details
Note: Please keep in mind that Adventure Hike might be postponed or cancelled due to adverse weather or unsafe trail conditions. The schedule for each hike, including any changes to dates or cancellations, depends on weather conditions, especially during the winter season.
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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.
Origami Class
Discover the traditional Japanese art of paper folding and enjoy creating seasonal designs together. The theme for this month is Valentine’s Day ✨ Have you ever wanted to try Origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding? ✨ No experience needed — beginners are very welcome! ✨ All materials are provided free of charge. ✨ A relaxing and creative way to explore Japanese culture and spend time together. If registration is full, please don’t hesitate to join the waitlist — we’d love to have you! For any questions, contact Yumika at yumika19ebi@hotmail.com
If you live in/around Thônex, Chêne-Bourg or Chêne-Bougeries, and would like to meet other AIWC members who live nearby, please join us each 2nd Tuesday of the month
Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with contact information and details about the café.
Questions?
Contact Maria Henriques at maria_henriques@hotmail.com or Katherine Bothager at katherine.bothager@gmail.com.
Come join Michelle for a fun afternoon of Valentine Paper Crafting. We will be making Valentines cards.
Donations will be accepted for supplies.
This month's theme:
"Sweet Wines and Sweet Treats"
Attention wine and baking enthusiasts! In honor of Valentine’s Day, we are very excited to bring to you a collaboration of two of AIWC’s very popular activities: For the Love of Baking and Wine Seminars. Natalie, Katherine and Beth Ann are teaming up to present “Sweet Wines and Sweet Treats”. In this guided tasting experience, participants will explore four to five distinctive sweet wines, each thoughtfully paired with a complementary homemade sweet treat designed to highlight and enhance the wine’s unique character. Information about the origins and techniques of each wine along with recipes for the sweet treats will be provided.
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.
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.
Come join us on the lovely slopes of Les Carroz, Samoens and Morillon. Please sign up to the activity if you plan to ski with the group and further details including travel arrangements will be shared. Please remember to take your passport with you, and insurance including on piste rescue is obligatory.
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.
This month, we'll be gathering for coffee, pastries and chat at Le Pain Quotidien in Balexert shopping mall (convenient for any shopping you need to do after).
Hope to see you there!
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.
Winter is still with us, so come and warm up with a raclette lunch composed of a starter salad, raclette with side dishes, & dessert. No need to bring anything, there will be a small charge for ingredients, approx. CHF15. All proceeds will go to charity.
Please register via the calendar on the website or on the WA mobile App, or by calling the Welcome Desk.
"International Gourmets" 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
Join us for a Pancake, Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras breakfast. The board will be cooking up and flipping pancakes with plenty of toppings and fun!
5chf to be paid at the event.
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.
Contact: Christine BB here.
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.
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 2026 (d’habitude le 3me jeudi du mois)
Please register each time you plan to attend. Registration opens one week before.
Thursday Gentle Yoga with Ping
Take a mindful pause toward the end of the week. This gentle class focuses on slow, soothing movement, deep stretches, and moments of stillness to help release tension and recharge. Some weeks, we will also explore Yoga Nidra, a guided practice often called “yogic sleep,” where you lie comfortably and gently rest the body while the mind remains aware. It is deeply restorative, helping to release stress, calm the nervous system, and leave you feeling renewed. Each session invites you to relax, reconnect with yourself, and leave feeling peaceful, centered, and at ease.
Define and Align (Fascial Yoga) with : Anne Macnabb Nadjafi
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:
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 students. 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.
Join us for a last minute meet up to Evian to enjoy the Carnival festivities.
Saturday February 21, 2026
RL 1 Direction Evian Les Bains 9:31 Platform 2 arrival 10:39
Find more information at https://www.evian-tourisme.com/en/sheets/carnival-96079/
Saturday Schedule
- 10:31 am: Musical awakening of Evian, city center. Cacophony in front of the Palais des Festivités (Festival Hall).
- 2:01 pm: Presentation of the Güggens and Batucada bands.
- 3:01 pm: Grand parade, departing from the Palais des Festivités. Round trip along Rue Nationale.
5:01 pm: Burning of Monsieur Carnaval (Mr. Carnival), in front of the Palais des Festivités. Güggens drinks/bar.
8:01 pm: Dinner dance, Palais des Festivités.
9:31 pm: Costume ball with the Bernard Becker Orchestra. Palais des Festivités.
For more information contact Sara at aiwcevents@gmail.com
Cocktails and Conversation! It's a Ladies' Night out with great drinks and even better conversation! Usually the fourth 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 .
This month: Swiss Camera Museum Vevey - Details to be announced closer to date
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.
Members at Large Time Together Tech Support 101
Technology changes constantly, and it's not always easy to follow. If you have any questions or need support using apps, websites, or software programs, AIWC may be able to help. One of our members will be on hand to provide informal tech support. This session will focus on smart phone apps.
Please submit any questions or a description of your interests by Feb 20to aiwcmembersatlarge@gmail.com
Please register.
Bring an appetizer, main or dessert to share. Please also think about bringing wine, beer or other drink of your choice. All members and partners welcome! No cost!
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
Would you like to experience the Japanese tea ceremony, one of Japan’s traditional cultural practices?
We will enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets while learning the basic etiquette and spirit of the tea ceremony.
Those who feel comfortable may sit on the floor, so comfortable clothing is recommended. Of course, chairs will also be available if you prefer.
A contribution fee of chf 5 will be asked to cover the tea ceremony’s costs. Please bring this to the class and pay directly to Yumika.
If registration is full, please don’t hesitate to join the waitlist — we’d love to have you!
For any questions, Contact: Yumika at yumika19ebi@hotmail.com.
Discover the traditional Japanese art of paper folding and enjoy creating seasonal designs together.
✨ Have you ever wanted to try Origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding? ✨ No experience needed — beginners are very welcome! ✨ All materials are provided free of charge. ✨ A relaxing and creative way to explore Japanese culture and spend time together.
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!
Let’s celebrate the fantastic international nature of the members of our club and bring along and share dishes from our countries of origin.
Calling all music lovers! Yo can join other Club members to attend the live of the romantic Ballet Gisèle in two acts, created in 1841 at the Opéra de Paris, music by Adolphe Adams All members and partners are welcomed Tickets could be purchased on line Chf 25- Chf29 For info :mona.baz2015@gmail.com
Calling all music lovers!
Yo can join other Club members to attend the live of the romantic Ballet Gisèle in two acts, created in 1841 at the Opéra de Paris, music by Adolphe Adams
All members and partners are welcomed
Tickets could be purchased on line Chf 25- Chf29
For info :mona.baz2015@gmail.com
Time Together
Hike Information Session: everyone can randonée!
Are you interested in leading a hike? Do you want information for your own hikes? Debra Lipson and Sara Grummer-Strawn will discuss maps, guidebooks, and hiking apps to find trails and routes of various lengths in Geneva canton and further afield; also, review public transit schedules, weather considerations, safety issues and other tips to ensure everyone is welcome and has fun on the hike!
Join Rebecca and Maria 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 Time Together.
Save the dates, March 17th and April 21st, 14h to 16h
These separate but complementary sessions aim to help you consider your finances and make a few simple calculations going forward.
Facts and figures: women’s overall financial situation - differences with men.
Planning for retirement, saving, investing.
Dialogue/discussions/real life scenarios.
Presenter: AIWC member Anne Hornung-Soukup, Swiss-American, retired Portfolio Manager (Geneva), founder & partner of management companies, and former Chair of Board, TPG.
Members at Large Time Together Canva Workshop
Design an Easter greeting card using online software Canva.com. This workshop is intermediate-level, for members who have basic experience using Canva. If you would like to attend and have not used Canva, please spend a couple of hours working in Canva to learn basic skills. You can create a free account with Canva. This workshop is led by members who are digital marketing professionals.
Canva is an online graphic design platform used to create a wide range of visual content, from social media posts and presentations to videos and print products. It uses a drag-and-drop interface that makes professional-looking designs accessible to people without graphic design skills. The tool is used for personal projects and business needs, with a free version available and paid tiers offering more features.
Please register and remember to bring your laptop or IPad.
Silver Member's Cocktail
Join us for a cocktail reception honoring our long-standing members. Silver Members please register or call the Welcome desk to let them know you'll be attending - 022 736 01 20
Contact Membership for more information:aiwcmembership@gmail.com
REGISTRATION CLOSED
We are on our way to Cairo for a three-day, four-night trip. Partners are welcome!
Below you will find recommended hotels and flight information which you will be responsible for arranging. For those interested, we are looking into hiring a local guide who is a friend of our Egyptian member who moved back to Cairo earlier this year.
Once you’ve read the information below, signed up, and touched base with the organizers; we recommend you book your hotel & flights. The longer you wait, the less availability and higher costs there may be. Keep in mind when we are together, we can book shared airport transfers, tours, dinners, etc.
Visas
A visa is required. Your passport must be valid for six months past our travel time and must have an empty page in which the visa stamp will be placed.
Visa information can be found here: https://evisa-to-egypt.info/egypt-visa-on-arrival/ but we still need to confirm the best way to purchase an e-visa without extra charges, or how to prepare for visa-upon -arrival. It seems the governmental website for e-visas is https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/ More information to come!
Hotels
The Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir has been recommended. It is a 4-star hotel, centrally located across El Tahrir Square. If you want to share a room with someone, it is possible to book seperate beds.
If you prefer a budget hotel, Swiss Tahrir Downtown Hotel seems to have good reviews, you can book twin beds, and is also near El Tahrir Square.
Logistically these two hotels are close to each other so it will be easy to meet up for tours in the morning. The “committee” has not stayed at these locations so we offer no guarantees of a specific quality.
Flight details:
Roundtrip from Geneva via Zurich to Cairo is currently around CHF570.25 on Swissair.
Departure Geneva, March 23 at 10:35 (a 1 hour 20-minute layover in Zurich), arrival Cairo at 17.50
Departure Cairo, March 27 at 13:00 (1 hour 40-minute layover in Zurich), arrival Geneva 18:50. Or, when booking with Swiss an option might appear as ZHT which is the train from Zurich to Geneva. It's slightly longer but a greener option and CHF 20 cheaper.
Other airlines: Egyptian Air (no Monday departure) but on Friday there is a 9:45 direct flight from Cairo, arrival Geneva 13:05. Or, Easy Jet via Athens.
Suggested tour
Click here to see the private tour and airport pickup we have booked.
If you have any questions, contact Sara at: aiwcevents@gmail.com
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
Finance Committee Meeting
Contact: Treasurer
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 month: change photo wall - Details to be announced closer to date
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.
"International Gourmets " 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!