We’re back! The August break was relaxing – although a bit on the warm side for those of you who stayed in Valencia! The temperature should begin to drop a bit over the next few weeks, and things will get back to the beautiful Valencia weather we all love.
Read on to find out what the IWCV has planned for you this coming month, and don’t forget to check the IWCV website (www.iwc-valencia.com) periodically as events are added all the time!)
First Tuesday Coffee Morning, Tuesday 3 September, 10:30 to Noon on the terrace behind the MUVIM museum. Open to all women of Valencia, both IWCV members and those who have not officially joined us yet. There is no need to register in advance; just drop by for a cuppa and a chat. This is always a pleasant way to catch up with old friends and make new ones.
Fellows of the IWCV Happy Hour, Wednesday 4 September, 6:00pm – 8:00pm at the Kosko Bar Ria Túria (the “snack shack” in the Turia near the Alameda metro stop). This is open to everyone! Fellows, IWCV members, and guests are welcome to enjoy the great shade and catch up with old and new friends! There is no need to register in advance and there is plenty of space so stop by and have a great time!
Video of the space https://maps.app.goo.gl/5VTmrcGgwRXEvCHT7
A Visit to Valencia’s Hindu Temple, Saturday 14 September, Noon to 15:00 at the Hindu Temple, Carrer de Monestir de Poblet 8, Campanar. Join us on this cultural exploration of the Hindu Temple in Valencia! Your afternoon will include spiritual dancing, a short, guided meditation, and a delicious all-you-can-eat vegetarian lunch. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. For complete details and to register, click here: A Visit to Valencia's Hindu Temple | IWC - Valencia
September Luncheon for Members Only, Thursday 19 September, 14:00. In keeping with IWCV tradition, we are going to the beach for our September members-only luncheon! We hope you'll join us at La Divina Comedia on the boardwalk at Playa Arenas. For complete details and to register, click here: September Luncheon | IWC - Valencia
Virtual Reality Therapy Demonstration, Friday 20 September, 14:45pm- 17:00pm, Virtual Reality Therapy Clinic, Carrer d’Isabel la Católica 18, L’Eixample. A virtual reality clinic leverages the immersive nature of Virtual Reality technology to enhance patient care. Join us on this event to find out how it all works! Open to IWCV members only. For complete details and to register, click here: Virtual Reality Therapy Demonstration | IWC - Valencia
Personal Real Estate Clinic – September 2024 Friday 20 September at SpacesCabo Offices. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Would you like to have 30 minutes with our real estate expert Rebecca Cabo to discuss your questions about renting our buying property in Valencia? For complete details and to sign up, go to Personal Real Estate Clinic - September 2024 | IWC - Valencia
IWCV Happy Hour, Wednesday 25 September, 18:00 at Taberna La Mora, C/de Sant Francesc de Borja 1. Spouses/partners, Fellows of the IWCV and guests are welcome to join us. There is no need to register in advance for this event; just stop by to have a drink, catch up with old friends and make some new ones!
Cultural Walking Tour: The Fountains of Valencia – Capricious Waters, Thursday 26 September, 9:45 – noon (approx.) Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Join us as our English-speaking guide David introduces us to the well-kept secrets of Valencia’s best fountains, classical and modern! For complete details and to register, click here: The Fountains of Valencia – Capricious Waters | IWC - Valencia
Eating for Beauty: How Your Diet Shapes Your Looks, Wednesday 2 October, 15:45 to 17:00 at Spaces Cabo Offices. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Come and explore some myths and truths about the connection between diet and beauty with dietitian Susan Burke March. For complete details and to sign up, click here: Eating for Beauty: How your diet shapes your looks | IWC - Valencia
Eating for Energy Part 2, Tuesday 8 October, 10:45am – noon, at Susan Burke March’s home. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Join us a dietitian Susan Burke March helps us debunk more myths and discover the truth about how to fuel our bodies. Wait until you see the marketing propaganda we’re subjected to every day! For complete details and to sign up, click here: Eating for Energy Part 2 | IWC - Valencia
MEMBERSHIP
Janine Forbes, VP Membership
Summer is usually a quieter month for joiners but we have seen another 12 members join through the summer period which is great news. It is pleasing to hear the amount of “word of mouth” joiners recommended by existing members.
Remember, all the information about the group is on the IWC website. If you would like to join one of the many Whatsapp groups, just contact the relevant lead member or any Board Member. If you know any women in your personal network who you think would enjoy our club, please pass on www.iwc-valencia.com and bring them along to an event. Monthly Coffee is at Muvim Cafe, 3 September from 10:30 please come along! A new members’ Meet up will take place early October!
New members and re-joiners in Summer 24
Heather Wallace
Elizabeth Landsverk
Whitney Russell
Kristina Patterson
Eva Kalman
Natali Golden
Cecile Maddow
Jennifer LaChance
Elisabeth Carrio
Athena Goldberg
Uma Philbrook
Jackie Lannoote
Full registered members now stand at 257. Most new members found us via recommendations from other members which is lovely to hear.
Happy Birthday to our September ladies!
Alicia Minaya
Amanda Cushman
Anita Moyer
Barbara Rolden
Beth Trevino
Brenda Stein
Cheryl Speer
Famke Grootswagers
Gloria Clarke
Iris Von Busse
Jennifer LaChance
Joanne Simpson
Josefina Gamundi
Kate Tarchala
Kristina Patterson
Leslie Agnello-Dean
Lianan Maring
Mara Barrow
Marta Slovak
Martha Baker
Melanie swan
Pam Smith
Rosalind Flans
Sally Ostler
Sheila Payson
Susan Hoover
Taija Huskainen-Green
Vicki Stollmeyer
Vilma Ortiz
Ambassador Programme
Our lovely Joanne Simpson who is known to most of you and has run the Ambassador programme for many years is moving on for a new adventure in Germany with her family. Joanne was my ambassador when I came to Valencia, was so welcoming and introduced me to the IWC and we became great friends. I will really miss her personally. Thank you for all your work, Joanne and Bon Voyage!
Famke Grootswagers has kindly agreed to take over the programme and will be in touch with current and new members who are interested in becoming an ambassador. Please contact her on fgrootswagers@gmail.com
CHARITIES & FUNDRAISING
Pauline Fitzgerald, VP – Charities
Summer is slowly coming to an end and after all the wonderful holidays and good times spent with family and friends we refocus from September on the needs of our charities. For those of you who wish to make a private donation, the bank details of our charities are as follows; please ensure that you note IWCV in the reference box.
Proyecto Vivir: ES75 3159 0066 9828 5328 2123
Casa Caridad: La Caixa ES47 2100 0736 0022 0061 23102 or Banco Sabadell ES75 0081 7352 4300 0105 7311
Casa Ronald: ES27 0081 1518 9300 0150 8057
PROYECTO VIVIR
PV once again has asked for volunteers for their store in an attempt to maintain normal business hours. The store is a main source of income for the charity. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Proyecto Vivir by email: social@proyectovivir.es or telephone +34 647 738 103 If you call Proyecto Vivir, please ask to speak with Cindy who organizes the rotas for the store. The store is located at Calle González Márti 3, 46008 Valencia. In parallel, donations of used clothes (all ages) & small household items would be welcomed at the store. Members of the charities team will be accepting donations at our IWCV coffee morning on September 3rd. Otherwise please drop off your donations at the PV Store. Please watch your emails for PV tours & events in the coming months.
CASA CARIDAD
At our Coffee Morning on September 3rd, we will continue to collect donations to support Casa Caridad. Casa Caridad is a nonprofit organization located in Valencia that responds to the needs of homeless people and is one of the charities that IWCV has been supporting for a long time. In addition to providing shelter to homeless individuals, they also supply food to families in need by preparing food packages. We would appreciate your help in supporting their efforts by donating women's hygiene products, which can be used onsite, and/or olive oil, which will be included in the food packages. (This is something they have in short supply and would be grateful for our support).
CASA RONALD
Casa Ronald is asking for our help. As you know, the use of the household appliances at the Ronald House in Valencia is very high and for the first time in 11 years one of the washing machines has broken. They need to replace it so that the families can have service again and to ensure its durability they must buy a semi-industrial washing machine which costs €1,850. Casa Ronald have created a page where they can receive tax-deductible donations. https://participa.fundacionronald.org/SOSlavadoraCasaRonaldVLC
Again, a big shout out to you wonderful ladies for continuing to support those less fortunate! Our three charities are extremely grateful for everything we do.
ACTIVITIES
Susan Burke March, VP-Activities
We've had a hot summer and are looking forward to a cooler September. We know you're ready to meet new people and reconnect with old friends at our many scheduled activities and events. Feel free to contact me if you'd like to lead an event or even start a new activity!
Susan March, +34 651 858463
This month begins a new season of Activities, Tours, and IWCV Group Events – see above and take a look at our website (www.iwc-valencia.com) for complete details!
Here are updates from some of our Activities Coordinators:
Monday Mahjong - Jane Buck
Monday Mahjong will resume in September at Muff & Co Restaurant (delicious African/Caribbean food - worth trying!), and a new class for those who would like to learn to play will also start in September. If you are interested, please email Jane at forjbuck@aol.com.
Women Who Walk - Liz Humphreys
The Women’s Who Walk group will restart our active walks on September the 6th. I will lead the westerly walks, but we need a new leader for the easterly direction (every second week). It’s not a difficult job 😂. You just have to post an invitation and walk with those who want to head east (towards the City of Arts and Sciences). We usually finish our walk by having coffee together. WhatsApp me to be added to the Women Who Walk chat. +34 637 74 89 90”
Spanish and Coffee - Mary Reeves
Coffee and conversation continue to meet every Wednesday from 11-12:15 in the Corte Ingles home goods store cafe. We are a group of Spanish speakers of all levels, and we practice in a fun and supportive environment. WhatsApp me to be added to the Spanish and Coffee chat. +34 686 50 20 90
Chicas de Libros - Ruth Ann Hepler
The Chicas meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 18:00. To learn more about the group and the next book on the agenda, WhatsApp Ruth Ann to be added to the WhatsApp group chat. +34 613 39 54 58
Solo Women: Silvia Matos
The Solo Women meet the first and third Friday of each month. We enjoy getting to know each other, visiting new restaurants, and enjoying concerts and other cultural activities in town. We meet twice monthly on Friday evenings, 19:00 - 22:00. We have a new meeting spot: https://homenaje-gourmet.com/. This is located near city hall C/ de la Sang, 11, Ciutat Vella. WhatsApp me to be added to the WhatsApp chat and learn about our next social gathering. +34 666 68 35 74
Board Games - Ann Linton
We have two ways to have fun! One is our Member-hosted Games, where members host games at their homes - please consider signing up to host. Another is that we now have a fantastic venue for our Monthly Gameplay at Taberna La Mora on the last Tuesday of every month. All the details are on the IWCV website. Contact me to join the WhatsApp chat and learn more! +1 312 208 8666
Stitches & Yarns - Cathy Cleaver
Stitches and Yarns meets on the last Thursday of the month at the home of Cathy Cleaver, Avenida del O’este 38, Piso 1, Puerta 1. Our next meeting will be on September 26 from 14:00-16:00. Bring your knitting, crocheting, or sewing skills and join us for casual conversation and a light snack. Send me a WhatsApp to be added to the chat! +34 635 97 89 98
FELLOWS OF THE IWCV
Carey Hepler, Coordinator
The Fellows of the IWCV is open to the men of Valencia, including the male spouses/partners of IWCV members, current & former. To join the group, please email Carey Hepler at carey.hepler@gmail.com and give him your name & contact details. If there is a particular activity that you are interested in and would like to coordinate, let Carey know!
Take a look above for details of the Fellows’ September Happy Hour. All IWCV members, their partners/spouses and guests are invited to attend!
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR OUR MEMBERS WITH U.S. PASSPORTS
Non-Partisan Voter Assistance for US Citizens in Valencia
US citizens living abroad are eligible to vote in US elections but often the process can be confusing and time consuming. Vote From Abroad will be providing non-partisan voter assistance in Valencia during eight different sessions in September and October.
Whether you need help with registering to vote, requesting your ballot, or understanding the voting process, Vote From Abroud’s trained representatives will be there to help. In addition, as a convenient and cost-saving option for voters, they will be able to drop off their completed ballots directly at the US Consular Office (a few doors away from Salad Planet), during these sessions. As long as you will be 18 years old by election day, stop by for help in registering to vote!
Voter Assistance Details:
What: Non-partisan voter assistance for U.S. citizens
Who: Available to all U.S. citizens living abroad, regardless of political affiliation
Where: Salad Planet C/ del Dr. Romagosa, 3, Cuitat Vella, 46002
When:
Monday, Sept. 23 - 11:00AM – 1:00
Tuesday, Sept. 24 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Thursday, Sept. 26 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Friday, Sept. 27 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Monday, Sept. 30 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Wednesday, Oct. 2 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Thursday, Oct. 3 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Friday, Oct. 4 - 11:00AM – 1:00PM
These voter assistance sessions are completely non-partisan and focused solely on helping US citizens to exercise their right to vote.
We are looking forward to seeing all of you at IWCV events this coming month!
Jane Buck,
President
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