June Newsletter
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Monthly Newsletter
June, 2026
Those of you who were in Valencia this past week experienced the first of the summer heat – and wow, did it get hot! We’re back to walking on the shady side of the street but there’s really nothing to complain about; no ice, no snow, very little (if any) rain – and the blue Valencia skies are visible until nearly 10:00PM daily! What a lovely city we live in!
We’ve got a lot planned for you in the coming month – keep reading below to see what’s already been scheduled, sign up quickly for anything that interests you! And don’t forget to check the IWCV website periodically as new events are added all the time.
Remember, if an event you’d like to try is full when you try to sign up, just email president@iwc-valencia.com to be added to the waitlist. You will be surprised how often a place will open for you!
FIRST TUESDAY COFFEE MORNING, Tuesday 2 June, 10:30 am on the terrace at La Pizca de Sal Restaurant at Plaza Santa Ursula 3 just behind the Quart Towers, on the side opposite C/de Guillem de Castro. Open to all women of Valencia, both IWCV members and those who have not formally joined us yet! Stop by for a cuppa and a chat, to see old friends, and to make new ones. There is no need to sign up in advance for this event.
BOTANICAL GARDENS & PORTIXOL CAPE HIKE, Thursday 4 June. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Join us for an incredible trip to the breathtaking Denia/Jávea Area, featuring the beautiful Botanic Gardens and the Portixol Cape. For complete details and to register, click here: Botanical Gardens & Portixol Cape Hike | IWC - Valencia
LET’S PLAY MAHJONG! HONG KONG STYLE MAHJONG CLASSES, beginning Wednesday 10 June. Open to IWCV members and their partners/spouses. We have another Mahjong class scheduled for June! The class is 4 sessions, from 6 - 7:30 pm, on June 10, 12, 17 and 19. You will love this very social and very fun game! To register, or for more information, send an email to our wonderful mahjong teacher Lisa Guinn at lguinn948@gmail.
PICANYA TO PAIRPORTA, Thursday 11 June. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Let's wander/wonder beyond the confines of a historical city centerwith Alexey Timbul, a storyteller and cultural host who leads Walks & Talks, events designed to help people fall in love with Valencia by “connecting the dots” between its history, architecture, and culture.” For complete details and to sign up, click here: PICANYA TO PAIPORTA | IWC - Valencia
HEALTHY MEDITERRANEAN COOKING, Thursday 11 June. Open to IWCV members and their partners/spouses. Join our own Chef Amanda Cushman for a hands-on class featuring fresh, vibrant Mediterranean ingredients followed by lunch with wine, water, or beer. Our menu for this class: Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Kalamata Olives and Pine Nuts, Couscous with Arugula and Feta, Lemon Garlic Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki and Individual Lemon Souffle Cakes with Whipped Chantilly Cream. For complete details and to register, click here: Healthy Mediterranean Cooking | IWC - Valencia
PATRAIX – VALENCIA OFF THE BEATEN TRACK, Tuesday 16 June. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. On this walk guided by art historian and Valencia guide Helena Navarro, you’ll move from late medieval houses to bold street art (including works by Escif), and from historic religious sites to industrial landmarks like La Batifora, a former silk factory that helped shape Valencia’s early industrial history. For complete details and to sign up, click here: Patraix - Valencia Off the Beaten Path | IWC - Valencia
THE FOUNTAINS OF VALENCIA, Wednesday 15 July. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Fountains are far more than decorative landmarks — they tell stories of art, history, symbolism, and city life. On this fascinating walk through Valencia’s historic center, art historian Helena Navarro will reveal the hidden meanings, legends, and artistry behind some of the city’s most beautiful fountains. For complete details and to register, go to THE FOUNTAINS OF VALENCIA | IWC - Valencia
FELLOWS OF THE IWCV HAPPY HOUR, Wednesday 17 June at Taberna El Clavo, C/ del Crist del Grau, 16, Poblados Marítimos. Open to everyone. Come see your old friends and make some new ones. Just stop by – no need to sign up in advance!
IWCV JUNE LUNCHEON, Thursday 18 June. For IWCV members only. Join us at Bruno’s Lucky 13 where the American owners focus on fresh, homemade comfort foods made with the best quality ingredients. Today we will get to try assorted starters and some of the best American style sandwiches made with a flair here in Valencia! For complete details and to sign up, click here: IWCV June Luncheon | IWC - Valencia
IWCV OWL (“Out With the Ladies”) Happy Hour, Wednesday 24 June, 6:00pm at Taberna La Mora, C/Sant Francesc de Borja 1 at C/Marques de Zenete). Open to everyone, both members and people who would like to find out more about the IWCV! Come join us for a drink, to meet some great people, and to have a fun time. Just stop by – no need to register in advance.
THE HOLY CHALICE OF VALENCIA, Monday 10 August. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and out-of-town guests. Whether you approach the Holy Grail through faith, history, art, or simple curiosity — perhaps even with a touch of Indiana Jones adventure — this tour offers a captivating look at one of Valencia’s greatest treasures. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the relic, the city, and the enduring fascination surrounding the quest for the Grail. For complete details and to sign up, click here: The Holy Chalice of Valencia | IWC - Valencia
MEMBERSHIP
Janine Forbes, VP Membership
New Members in May 2026
Welcoming all our new members who joined us from far and wide in May!
Members joined us from Colombia, Mexico, Sweden, Iran, Belgium, UK, Spain and the United States!
We are so glad you found us - we extend a huge welcome to all our new members!
Adisa Tabaie
Andrea Simon
Angelia Almaguer
Ann Marie Buedts
Betsy Jackson
Brenda brooks
Carmen Hallstrom
Caroline Taylor
Cheryl Schuberth
Christin Hickman
Daniella Majstorovic
Deborah Partington
Donna Miller
Elsa Larsen
Estela Sasson
Eva Hallstrom
Janice Buehrer
Joanne Collins
Juanita Wicha
Kate Horsborough
Kristi Dunn
Laura Hertzog
Laurie Trowbridge
Lindsay Prather
Lisa Chrisopolous
Loren Kelly
Marcia Wharton
Miriam Hodara
Nancy Hart
Nora Verdon
Rachel Harker
Rebecca Gardy
Susan Gifford
Susan Shor
Valerie Erickson Husem
Vicki Sutton
A huge Happy Birthday to all our members with a June Birthday - Feliz Cumpleaños !!
Amy Swanson
Andrea Quiroz Jira
Anne Marie Valkenberg
Beth Anderson
Candy Fernandez
Catalina Veneziano
Cheri Gourmet
Cheryl Crow
Christine Hickman
Christine Imori
Cindy Robers
Corina Garcia Gonzalez
Elizabeth Landsverk
Ellen Elliot Applegate
Erna Valdis
Ewa pernal
Gayle Martin
Isobel Donovan
Jaclyn Kan
Jeannie Dilger
Jenny Snider
Katherine Bretz
Kristin White
Larisa Nikolayev
Laura Trowbridge
Lauren Baker
Lucy Belogarodsky
Lucy Dyer
Maria de Pilar marrero
Maxine Roberts
Monica Seiter
Nancy Hart
Nicoletta Benzi
Peg Kirkpatrick
Perseverance Figueroa
Rasha Abdelmalek
Sharon Cress
Sharon Mc Allister
Shey Wolvek Pfister
Susa Shor
Tanya Booth
New members found us through other members referrals, web searches and increasingly Facebook recommendations.
Input from Membership VP - Janine Forbes
Welcome to ALL our new members.
We held our New Members meet up this month and as usual we really enjoyed hearing the amazing stories of how you came to find your new home, and were fascinated to hear the wide range of talents our members bring to the Club. With the increase in members in 2025-2026 we will now run this event quarterly.
Please do come along and meet us at the regular “First Tuesday” coffee on TUESDAY 2nd June at the beautiful Pizca de Sal Terrace, opposite Torres de Quart at 10:30. If you are new to the club and don’t know anyone, please come and find me, I will be wearing a bright Orange lanyard!
If you are very new to your area or the city please speak to Veronica Lopez who is our Ambassador Co-ordinator. Her e-mail is iwcvwelcome@gmail.com New members really appreciate the support of an IWC Ambassador when they are relatively new to the city and we always appreciate the help of “longer term” members.
Remember, all the really useful information about What’s On within the Club and the many, many events 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 including myself , janine_forbes@hotmail.com. Of course, If you know any women in your personal network who you think would enjoy being a member of our club please pass on www.iwc-valencia.com and bring them along to an event. This is how the majority of women find us and referral is the best recommendation of all.
CHARITIES & FUNDRAISING
Pauline Fitzgerald, VP – Charities
Summer is here and as we enjoy the sunshine and head off on vacation to explore new destinations, the work of our charities, Proyecto Vivir, Casa Caridad and Casa Ronald continues to support the needs of those less fortunate.
For those of you members who wish to make private donations please note the Bank details of our three charities:
Proyecto Vivir
ES75 3159 0066 9828 5328 2123
Casa Caridad
La Caixa:ES47 2100 0736 0022 0061 2310
Banco Sabadell:ES75 0081 7352 4300 0105 7311
Casa Ronald:
ES27 0081 1518 9300 0150 8057
CASA CARIDAD
Thank you to all those ladies who supported our donation drive in May.
CASA RONALD
Unfortunately, we had to cancel the tour of Casa Ronald House in May due to lack of interest.A tour is a great opportunity to visit Casa Ronald and see firsthand the wonderful work carried out there to support Families whose children are receiving specialist care in La Fe Hospital. Casa Ronald creates an environment where the child can lead a normal life surrounded by their loved ones while undergoing treatment.We plan to organise another tour in September/October. Before we do I would be grateful for members to register their interest with me in a short email to ensure we have enough interest before we proceed to plan. E-mail pauline.fitzgerald9@gmail.com
CASA RONALD OCTOPUS
For those of you ladies who crochet, Casa Ronald are looking for crocheted octopus. Please watch your emails, I am waiting on information from them with regard to the exact requirement. If you can help, please email me on pauline.fitzgerald9@gmail.com
PROYECTO VIVIR DONATION DRIVE
As I mentioned last month the company that used to provide food and supplies for the pantry at Proyecto Vivir has closed. Now they must regularly reach out and check in with several stores/ shops for donations. To date they have not found another company that is willing to regularly donate food and supplies.We started a donation drive in May to help Proyecto Vivir. This donation drive will continue on the second Tuesday of each month. Our next donation drive for Proyecto Vivir will be Tuesday June 9th. The following list shows the current need for PV.
1. DIAPERS
Size 4 x 10 Packs
Size 5 x 10 Packs
Size 6 x 10 Packs
2. Shower Gel x 20 Bottles
3. Long Grain Rice x 20 Packs
4. Peaches in Natural Syrup - 30 Tins
5. White Beans x 25 Jars
6. Pasta x 30 Packs
7. Adult Tooth Brushes x 258.
Childrens Cereals x 10 Boxes
If you can help in any way please drop off your donations between 10:30 and 12:00. Plaça de Evelyn Smith, our PV Co-ordinator, will be at PV to assist with donations.
PROYECTO VIVIR STORE
PV also welcomes all secondhand clothing items and small household items. You can drop off your donations to the store. Address and opening times as follows:
Proyecto Vivir Tienda
Carrer de González Martí, 3,
Extramurs, 46008, Valencia
Opening hours Tuesday to Thursday
09:30 - 14:0017:00 - 19:30
Shop closed Friday to Monday
As I have mentioned many times, we are always open to ideas to raise funds for our charities, if anyone would like to organise/host an event please contact me onpauline.fitzgerald9@gmail.com
ACTIVITIES
Susan Burke March, VP—Activities
Summer starts in the middle of the coming month, and many of you have asked about the IWCV’s summer schedule. Are we open? The answer is yes, although things will definitely slow down a bit and some of our regular events (first Tuesday coffee morning, OWL happy hour, monthly luncheon) will not happen in August. We will still have events to keep you busy, so keep an eye on the Events posted on our website!
For on-going activities (Women Who Walk, Mahjong, Solo Women, Spanish Conversation, etc.) please check with the coordinator for each activity to find out what their summer schedule will be.
We are looking forward to next weekend’s celebration of the wonderful women who have helped out with events and activities over the past year! (A similar celebration will be held in the autumn for those of you who have donated your time to helping with membership and charities).
FELLOWS OF THE IWCV
Carey Hepler, Coordinator
The Fellows of the IWCV is open to all men of Valencia. For questions or to join, please contact me (Carey Hepler) at carey.hepler@gmail.com.
Join the Fellows’ friendly weekly Spanish Conversation Meetup for expats in Valencia, designed for beginner to low-intermediate Spanish speakers. This is a friendly and supportive group where we can practice one of the most difficult parts of learning Spanish: speaking it!
When: Mondays at 4pm
Where: Colon El Corte Inglés cafeteria (6th floor), Carrer de Colón, 27 (the Samsung store is on the ground floor). This is a link to join the Fellows’ Spanish Leaners WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FtYhG2uf003IbhOKCWzrkQ
And here is a link to join the Fellows’ Tuesday Night Movies WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CGqP2oDVE4aFFRJ4E1vBCQ
We hope to see you at our Happy Hour on 17 June (see details above)!
JUNE HOLIDAYS IN VALENCIA
Wednesday 24 June St. John’s Day
We’re looking forward to seeing you at one or more of our many events this coming month, beginning this Tuesday with our First Tuesday Coffee Morning at La Pizca de Sal!
All my best,
Jane Buck,
President
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