The consensus is that many of you preferred to have more details of events in our monthly newsletter, so we are going back to the prior format. Thank you all for your comments – they were thoughtful and very helpful!
We still do need your help with filling the open Treasurer position on the IWCV Board of Directors. The position does not require a lot of time, and with the exception of attending Board Meetings, most things can be done remotely. If you are interested in becoming more involved with the IWCV, have past bookkeeping or accounting experience, know how to use an Excel spreadsheet, and don’t object to being a signatory on our Spanish bank account, please email Jane at president@iwc-valencia.com and she will be happy to chat with you to discuss what the position involves. Thank you all for considering taking on this very important position!
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!)
Intermittent Fasting: What is it? Saturday 2 November. Open to IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV and out-of-town guests. Come learn about the pros and cons of intermittent fasting for health and weight loss. Some research suggests intermittent fasting can help with weight loss, benefit brain and heart health, and more. But, if you decide to try it, it’s important to choose the right option for you and do it safely. Let’s unpack the different ways this diet is practiced! Click here for details and to register: Intermittent Fasting: What Is It? | IWC - Valencia
First Tuesday Coffee Morning, Tuesday 5 November, 10:30am on the Terrace behind the MUVIM Museum. There is no need to register in advance for this event; just stop by for a cuppa and a chat! All women of Valencia are welcome, both IWCV members and those who haven’t officially joined us yet.
New Member Meetup, Thursday 7 November (NOTE: this is a new date for this event!). Open to IWCV members only. This get-together is to welcome new members who have joined us in (approximately) the past 6 months, plus any more experienced members who would like to meet some of our new members! For complete details and to sign-up, please click here: New Member Meetup | IWC - Valencia
Fellows’ November Happy Hour, Wednesday 13 November, 6:00pm – 8:00pm at LA73 Cocktail Bar, C/Serrano Morales 2, L’Eixample. This event is open to everyone – IWCV members, their partners/spouses, Fellows of the IWCV, and guests. There is no need to register in advance. Just come see your old friends, meet new friends, and support this young business!
Creative Figure Drawing with Leah, Thursday 14 November. Open to IWCV members and their female out-of-town guests only. Have you always wanted to try figure drawing? Or do you have some experience and want to continue? Come to Leah's figure drawing class in the old city. For complete details and to register, click here: Creative Figure Drawing with Leah | IWC - Valencia
Hands-on Cooking Class with Chef Amanda, Friday 15 November, 2:00pm – 4:00pm at Jane Buck’s home. Open to IWCV members only. Today’s menu (which will be served at lunch following the class): Sweet & Spicy Sticky Chicken, Coconut Sesame Rice, and Mediterranean Marinated Shrimp with Bulgur Salad. For complete details and to sign up, click here: Hands-on Cooking Class with Chef Amanda | IWC - Valencia
IWCV November Luncheon, Thusday 21 November, 2:00pm. For IWCV members only. The ladies of our new Luncheon Committee have been hard at work finding new venues with delicious food for our members to try at our monthly luncheons. Thank you to Kate Caster, Vilma Ortiz, and Joan Power for their time and effort in feeding us! This month you will discover the fresh and tasty Mediterranean cuisine of Lindala Restobar in the very heart of Cabanyal! For complete details and to register, click here: November Luncheon | IWC - Valencia
MEMBERSHIP
Janine Forbes, VP Membership
Welcome to all our New Members, and those who have returned!
Are Tortosa Spain
Cheri Gourmet US
Claudia De Rivetta Spain
Cynthia Palmer US
Emma Oulton UK
Fi Cooper UK
Janet Reid Canada
Jeannie Dilger US
Lauren Mc Coy US
Maija Blauer Lithuania
Marcia Deyanira Robinson Spain/Us
Maria del Pilar Marrero US
Nicoleta Badescu France
Sapna Shah Canada
Teresa Van Ellenkom US
Tiffany Gaura Canada
Traci Bagwell US
Happy Birthday to our November Ladies!
Anelia Krandeva
Ann Linton
Belinda James
Carol Graham
Carolina Amram
Catherine Cleaver
Donna Morgan
Erica Worthington
Heather Barnard
Heather Wallace
Ida Mauritzen
Jan Taylor
Joan Conroy
Karen Somerville
Lilia Espinosa Tyson
Lisa Blumhagen
Lisa Harrison
Mary Olsson
Meg Keough
Nancy Kloak
Natalie Golden
Nicoleta Badescu
Sara Baini
Sibyl Davies
Silvia Escalada
Sonia Martos
Sophia Campbell
Full registered members now stand at 288. New members found us many through other members and Facebook recommendations.
We received another excellent number of new member applications this month. We are holding our New Members meet-up on 7th November, 11:00am at Jane Buck’s home and we welcome any new members to come along. Simply sign up on the website so we know who is coming. Members who have been with us for longer are also welcome to attend to meet some of our new members! Besides giving you an opportunity to meet other new members, we will be introducing Board members who will talk about our many activities and how to get involved, the Ambassador Programme, and the charities we support.
Remember all the information about the IWCV is on the IWCV 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 along our website www.iwc-valencia.com and bring them along to an event. Our Monthly First Tuesday Coffee at Muvim Cafe on 5th November from 10:30 AM is a great way to meet new people – please come along!
CHARITIES & FUNDRAISING
Pauline Fitzgerald, VP – Charities
The holiday season is almost here, and our charities continue to need our support. 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: 1. La Caixa: ES47 2100 0736 0022 0061 2310; 2. Banco Sabadell: ES75 0081 7352 4300 0105 7311
Casa Ronald: ES27 0081 1518 9300 0150 8057
PROYECTO VIVIR
Proyecto Vivir are always looking for volunteers for their store to maintain normal business opening hours. The turnover from the store is a main source of income for the charity. If you are interested to volunteer for this worthy cause, can you please contact Proyecto Vivir by phone or by email: social@proyectovivir.es; Telephone: +34 647 738 103. If you call Proyecto Vivir, please ask to speak with Cindy who organises the shifts. The store is located at Calle González Márti 3, 46008 Valencia.
I'm sure with the sudden change in weather many of us will be having a clearout. Donations of used clothes (all ages) & small household items would be welcomed for the store. Members of the charities team will be accepting donations at the IWCV coffee morning on November 5th. Otherwise please drop off your donations at PV Store.
Thank you kindly to all you ladies who gave so generously last month and also those who registered for the tour of PV which was a success. If anyone else would be interested to visit PV, please let us know and we can arrange another tour if we have sufficient numbers.
AMIGOS DE LA CALLE
Sponsor a Child - we still have many children needing sponsors. If you would like to participate please contact me by email to pauline.fitzgerald9@gmail.com.
Missy Anobile will once again be leading our Christmas Gift Bags for the Homeless Campaign. Check you emails in the coming weeks for details about this campaign.
Thank you Ladies, your support knows no bounds.
ACTIVITIES
Susan Burke March, VP—Activities
Now that it's autumn, IWCV's ongoing activities are back in the swing! You can learn more about the activities and new weekly events – all you have to do is log into the IWCV website to check out all the offerings. IWCV members are busy nearly every week with exciting and fun ongoing groups where they meet new friends and form lifetime relationships. Engaging, creative, and informative events like drawing classes, nutrition presentations, or cooking classes are local. Others include Valencian cultural tours led by expert guides, where we explore Valencia and include day trips to fascinating destinations.
Do you have an idea for a regularly scheduled activity you'd like to coordinate? Or you may want to lead an event! Let's talk. Contact me, Susan March, and we'll get together. WhatsApp +34 651 858463.
Ongoing Activities
All the following ongoing activities have private WhatsApp groups to keep members informed of what’s happening with that particular activity. Please visit the Activities page of the website to learn more about each activity.
Mah Jong Mondays
Contact info: Jane Buck – forjbuck@aol.com)
Solo Women
Contact info: Silvia Matos, +34 666 68 35 74
Spanish and Coffee
Contact Info: Mary Reeves, +34 686 50 20 90
Stitches and Yarns
Contact Info: Cathy Cleaver, +34 635 97 89 98
Women Who Walk
Contact Info: Liz Humphreys +34 637 74 89 90
Member Hosted Board Games
Contact info: Ann Linton - +1 (312) 208-8666
Monthly Gameplay
Contact info: Ann Linton - +1 (312) 208-8666
Chicas de Libros
Contact: Ruth Ann Hepler, ruthannhepler@gmail.com or What’s App +34 613 395 458
FELLOWS OF THE IWCV
Carey Hepler, Coordinator
The Fellows of the IWCV is open to all 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 the link to details of the Fellows’ Happy Hour on Wednesday 13 November. All IWCV members, their partners/spouses and guests are invited to attend!
NOVEMBER HOLIDAYS IN VALENCIA
Friday 1 November All Saints Day
We are looking forward to seeing all of you at IWCV events this coming month!
Jane Buck,
President
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