International Women Associates - Events Registration

MacTutor Series 10

Start
11/08/2023
End
12/06/2023
Schedule
4 sessions
Location
Zoom (Link Provided Upon Registration)

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IWA Presents:

MacTutor Series 10!

Each session will be recorded and emailed to participants afterwards. You do NOT have to have participated in the previous 9 sessions - the topics are new for every series.

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From Gay Paris to Hollywood Glitz – One Woman’s Amazing Adventure!

When
11/30/2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Zoom (Link Provided Upon Registration)

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From Gay Paris to Hollywood Glitz – One Woman’s Amazing Adventure!

DreamLand: Book Discussion With French Author Martine Couralet-Laing

(Program in English)

Join us for a very special program by French Author Martine Couralet Laing who will discuss her
experiences of moving from France to Hollywood life in Los Angeles.

The Book “DreamLand” tells us about Los Angeles, where everything goes further: Actresses who practice daydreaming, cemeteries which are for sale, anti-nuclear shelters around swimming pools, salads which induce childbirth. But also, the book tells us about the amazing sunlight which is so beautiful, soft, like nowhere else, and which bathes the city in true sweetness. She also tells us about nature in the city, overflowing from everywhere which, in the tradition of the great American West, must be shared with coyotes, deer, raccoons…. It is a story composed of forty real-life stories that let us feel this freedom which makes everything seem possible in Hollywood.

Biography: Martine Couralet Laing received a BA degree in Philosophy from Toulouse University. Originally from Pau, France, she moved to London to begin a career in British production houses where she worked in sales of international films and TV series. After extensive travels in Asia, Africa, US and Europe, she returned to France and joined the TeleImages group, where she was appointed Director of International Distribution. In 1998 Martine moved to Los Angeles. Her first book ‘DreamLand’ invites readers into her world of Hollywood.

The Book DreamLand; (in French only) can be ordered through Lireka.com (a division of Amazon for foreign books).

IWA Contact: Liza Antelo (liza.antelo@gmail.com)

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Morning Meet and Greet - Note Venue Change for December!

When
12/04/2023
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702

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Join us for an in-person Morning Meet and Greet!

PLEASE NOTE: Venue Change for December 2023

Enjoy a morning of coffee and conversation with IWA members.

Stop by for as little or as long as you'd like between 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.

All IWA members and potential new members are welcome!

Director for Membership: Ria Rörich

Director for Member Engagement: Dell Harmsen

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French Language: Party des fêtes

When
12/05/2023
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location
Address included in confirmation email (Wicker Park, Chicago)

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French Language: Party des fêtes (in French!)

Join us for a potluck meal at Carol Sommers’ lovely home. Bring your favorite dish and please let Carol know what it is to avoid duplicates. If you would like to participate in our "White elephant" grab bag, bring a wrapped gift which can be humorous and ideally is something enjoyed and owned that you want to pass on. If you purchase something, the $15-20 range would be appropriate.

Host: Carol Sommers, who lives in Wicker Park. Directions will be given to you at the time of registration.

RSVP BY 12/3/23 online at the IWA website or contact Nadej Mercier at nadej@letien.net (312-399-8836)

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IWA Annual Holiday Party

When
12/07/2023
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Woman's Athletic Club, 626 North Michigan Avenue (Ballroom)

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Menu

Beverage of Choice

Wine or Soft Drink

Appetizer

Homemade WAC Potato Chips and French Onion Dip for the table

Soup

Tomato Basil Soup, Herbed Crouton (V)

WAC Rolls with Butter (1 orange, 1 Plain, and 1 Pecan)

Light Salad Entrée Selection (Guests will choose one when registering):

Mediterranean Chicken Salad (Grilled Chicken Breast, Romaine, Radicchio, Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Red Bell Pepper, Kalamata Olive, Feta Cheese, Italian Vinaigrette (GF))

OR

Poached Salmon Salad (Poached Salmon, Arcadian Mixed Lettuce, Plum Tomato, Cucumber, White Balsamic Vinaigrette, Yogurt Dill Sauce (GF)

OR

Dietary Restriction Meal (Upon Request)

Dessert

Assorted WAC Cookies - (GF) and (NF) selection available

Coffee and Tea

Cash Bar Available

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Private Exhibition Tour for IWA Members: Maurice Sullins and the Eiffel Tower

When
12/09/2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location
Alliance Française de Chicago, 54 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60610

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Contact: Ying Hirsh (yinghirsh@gmail.com)

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Literature Discussion: A Whole Life by Robert Seethaler

When
12/11/2023
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location
Zoom only (link provided in registration email)

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Book: A Whole Life

Author: Robert Seethaler

Discussion Leader: JeanMarie Hagedorn

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Board of Directors Meeting, December 2023 (By Invitation)

When
12/12/2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Hybrid: IWA Office & Zoom (Link Provided in Registration Email)

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Board of Directors Meeting

(by invitation)

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Swift School Book Distribution

When
12/14/2023
8:45 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
George B. Swift Specialty School, 5900 North Winthrop Avenue, Chicago

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IWA Philanthropy Program:

Annual Book Distribution for All Students

at George B. Swift Specialty School

Thursday, December 14, 2023

8:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

George B. Swift Specialty School, a Chicago Public School serving many immigrant and refugee students, has a long and meaningful relationship with IWA. Through our philanthropy book distribution program, all students (Grades Pre-K through 8) choose two books to take home and call their own.

Volunteers are needed throughout the day — setting up/replenishing/taking down book displays, mingling with students and helping them select their books.

This event is always a beautiful experience for IWA volunteers, students, and the wonderful Swift School teachers and staff!

Please register online, indicating if you prefer AM or PM. You can come for the day, half the day, or an hour or two. (The school needs a list of all our volunteers.)

Closer to December 14, we will reach out to you about scheduling.

Hope you can join this important and rewarding philanthropy project!

GEORGE B. SWIFT SPECIALTY SCHOOL

5900 North Winthrop Avenue, Chicago

(Some free street parking in the neighborhood. CTA buses 151, 147, or 36 are nearby. The school is also directly next to the CTA redline train, Thorndale stop.)

IWA Contact: Dell Harmsen, Director for Member Engagement (backinmiami@hotmail.com. 312-515-0317)

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North Shore December: Holiday Luncheon in Glencoe

When
12/15/2023
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location
Guildhall Restaurant, 694 Vernon Avenue, Glencoe

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North Shore December:

Holiday Luncheon in Glencoe

Friday, December 15, 2023

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Guildhall Restaurant
694 Vernon Avenue, Glencoe

For those of you in town this holiday week, please join us.

Remember to bring cash.
RSVP by December 13th , online preferred.

Questions: Carolyn LeBlanc-Blatt, clblatt@att.net, 312-550-3827.

“Guildhall is an American Bistro with a sophisticated attitude and serves thoughtful cuisine, creative craft cocktails, and premiere wine and beer from an eclectic list. At Guildhall, we believe that cooking is a craft. We are committed to working with local and artisanal purveyors to source the highest quality ingredients available.”

Directions: Guildhall Restaurant is a block west of Green Bay Rd, south of Park Ave and north of Hazel Ave. Free parking available.

Volunteers for hosting our pot-lucks, restaurant suggestions and walking location ideas are always appreciated. Join us for friendship and fellowship.

IWA North Shore area events are open to all members and their guests!

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Gala Committee Meeting

When
12/18/2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Hybrid - IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702 and Zoom

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Bridge

When
12/18/2023
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702, Chicago

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Bridge

This monthly event is for all interested Bridge players, and includes members who play Basic Social Bridge as well as Intermediate/Advanced Bridge players. (Please be aware that you need a basic knowledge of Bridge in order to participate).

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Evening Meet & Greet

When
12/20/2023
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location
Aster Hall Bar & Study, 900 N. Michigan Ave, 6th Floor

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Evening Meet & Greet

at Aster Hall Bar & Study

Join IWA members for an evening meet & greet!

We will be there from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. - come for as little or as long as you like!

Please contact Ria Rörich or Dell Harmsen with any questions.

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IWA Office Closed - Holidays

Start
12/25/2023
End
01/01/2024

The IWA office will be closed for the holidays

Monday, December 25 through Monday, January 1.

See you in the new year!

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January Literature Discussion

When
01/08/2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location
Zoom only (link provided in registration email)

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International Women's Day Planning Meeting

When
01/10/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Zoom (link provided upon registration)

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Program Committee Meeting

When
01/11/2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location
Zoom (Link Provided in Registration Email)

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Chicago Philharmonic Concert - Save the Date!

When
01/13/2024

Save the Date!

Chicago Philharmonic Concert

Saturday, January 13, 2024

Time TBA

Details to Follow

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day - IWA Office Closed

When
01/15/2024

The IWA office will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

We hope you have a safe and happy holiday!

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Board of Directors Meeting, January 2024 (By Invitation, Evening Meeting, Zoom Only)

When
01/16/2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Zoom (Link Provided in Registration Email)

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Board of Directors Meeting

(by invitation)

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Evening Meet & Greet

When
01/17/2024
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location
Aster Hall Bar & Study, 900 N. Michigan Ave, 6th Floor

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Evening Meet & Greet

at Aster Hall Bar & Study

Join IWA members for an evening meet & greet!

We will be there from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. - come for as little or as long as you like!

Please contact Ria Rörich or Dell Harmsen with any questions.

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International Dining, Chinatown - Save the Date!

When
01/18/2024

Save the Date!

International Dining

Chinatown

Thursday, January 18, 2024

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Gala Committee Meeting

When
01/22/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Hybrid - IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702 and Zoom

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Bridge

When
01/22/2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702, Chicago

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Bridge

This monthly event is for all interested Bridge players, and includes members who play Basic Social Bridge as well as Intermediate/Advanced Bridge players. (Please be aware that you need a basic knowledge of Bridge in order to participate).

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Mah Jongg

When
01/23/2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702

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Mah Jongg

Join your IWA friends in a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg! There is nothing more exciting than when, with your heart racing, your adrenaline pumping, your palms sweating, and you call " Mah Jongg"!

ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME! A refresher lesson will be given at the beginning of each meeting.

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International Women's Day Planning Meeting

When
01/24/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Zoom (link provided upon registration)

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Czech Republic Program with Monika Boksova, Vice-Consul of the Czech Republic in Chicago - Save the Date!

When
01/24/2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702

Save the Date!

Czech Republic Program

with Monika Boksova, Vice-Consul of the Czech Republic in Chicago

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

2:00 p.m.

Location: IWA Office

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Morning Meet and Greet

When
02/05/2024
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
2nd Floor, 900 N Michigan Ave

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Join us for an in-person Morning Meet and Greet!

Enjoy a morning of coffee and conversation with IWA members.

Stop by for as little or as long as you'd like between 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.

All IWA members and potential new members are welcome!

Director for Membership: Ria Rörich

Director for Member Engagement: Dell Harmsen

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Save the Date! - French Language Discussion

When
02/06/2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location
TBA

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International Women's Day Planning Meeting

When
02/07/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
Zoom (link provided upon registration)

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Program Committee Meeting

When
02/08/2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location
Zoom (Link Provided in Registration Email)

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February Literature Discussion

When
02/12/2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location
Zoom only (link provided in registration email)

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Bridge

When
02/12/2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
IWA Office, 307 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 702, Chicago

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Bridge

This monthly event is for all interested Bridge players, and includes members who play Basic Social Bridge as well as Intermediate/Advanced Bridge players. (Please be aware that you need a basic knowledge of Bridge in order to participate).

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Save the Date! Chicago Public Library Program - Part II

When
02/14/2024
Location
Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State St. Chicago, IL 60605

Save the Date!

Chicago Public Library Program - Part II

Private Tour of Harold Washington Library

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Time: TBD

400 S. State St. Chicago, IL 60605

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Antigone at the Court Theatre - Pre-Gala Program

When
02/18/2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis Ave. Chicago, IL 60637

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Antigone at the Court Theatre

Pre-Gala Program

Sunday, February 18, 2024

2:00 p.m.

Court Theatre

5535 S. Ellis Ave.

Chicago, IL 60637

Join IWA members for an outing to see a performance of Antigone at the Court Theatre!

Antigone - by Sophocles, Translated by Nicholas Rudall

Directed by Gabrielle Randle-Bent, Associate Artistic Director

As Antigone mourns her brothers who have murdered each other in a civil war, she must decide if she will sacrifice her life to balance the scales of justice. Her victorious brother is posthumously exalted; her treasonous brother is left unburied by order of King Creon, Antigone’s uncle and adversary. Antigone deliberately defies the king’s edict and buries her traitorous brother, igniting a devastating chain of events and thrusting urgent questions of justice to the fore.

IWA Members have been offered a 20% discounted rate for group tickets.

Please register online to confirm your ticket reservation.