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AMERICAN CLUBS’ NEWS

AWBS International Women’s Club

We are the AWBS International Women’s Club, and we serve as a social, cultural, intellectual, sporting, and philanthropic club for women who reside in Berkshire and Surrey. Founded in 1981, we started as a group of American women, but today celebrate a more international presence amongst our membership. Whether you are new to the UK, a repatriating British expat or looking to make friends with women who share your international world view, AWBS has something for you!

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We have a diverse and growing membership of 300+ women ranging in age from 35 -70 and hailing from 46 different countries with 46% American and 15% being British. Our members are educated world travellers looking to meet like-minded women, share life experiences and expand their knowledge, as well as integrate into their local communities in a fun and friendly way. 1 in 4 members volunteers as club activity or event leaders, board members, or committee members, such as, membership, philanthropy, or marketing.

AWBS offers more than 25 monthly activities! We offer tennis for newbies and experienced players, golf, dragon boating, Country Walks, “LoveLondon” tours, Glorious Gardens, Food Explorers, Potluck Lunches, Trips Abroad, Mahjong, “Booked For Lunch” book club, English History, Art Appreciation, Let’s Go day tours, “The Flying Solos” for our single ladies, Working Women (evening events for women who work),

Royal Ascot Day, Annual Spring Luncheon, December Holiday Lunch and much more. Our Club thrives on allowing members to meet, share and make new friends as we meet up at some of our favourite Berkshire and Surrey venues. At our monthly General Meetings we hear from famous speakers and shop with our local business vendors. Our April GM honoured the esteemed Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York as our Guest Speaker! If giving back to your community is where your passions lie, we also have a strong philanthropic program that supports local charities. Over the past 10 years AWBS has donated nearly £150,000+ to charity, and £650,000+ since inception with countless hours of volunteer time.

Joining the AWBS International Women’s Club connects you to a wonderful group of friendly, accomplished, and diverse women offering support, friendship, and new opportunities. We would love to hear from you and welcome you as a member! Contact our membership team membership@ awbs.org.uk for any questions. For more on the Club and our upcoming events, visit our website www.awbs.org.uk. You can also find us on social media on Instagram @AWBSinternationalwomensclub, and Facebook and LinkedIn. Scan our QR Code for more information.

Celebrating Inclusiveness and Friendship for Women in Berkshire & Surrey

AWC London

Are you looking to expand your connections and make new friends? Explore new interests or discuss current events? The American Women’s Club of London provides a wide range of programmes and social networks for our diverse membership of 250+ women, along with opportunities to serve others in the London community.

Our Summer Evening New Members Meetings: June 27th at 6:30 pm at The Starman (Mayfair) and July 11th at 6:30pm (Location TBD).

Summer Morning New Member Meetings: July 3rd and September 4th at 10:30 am at The V & A Museum Café.

Register to attend a session and learn more please visit www.awclondon.org/ join-us.

We have welcomed over 60 new members since the start of the year! Join us!

American Women Lawyers in London –AWLL

AWLL is an organisation of London-based women with ties to the American legal community. Our aim is to provide professional development support to members through educational events, networking, and mentoring opportunities. AWLL has also partnered with several top companies to offer exclusive discounts and benefits to members.

We have a lot of exciting events coming up! Please join us for the following:

- 4th of July Summer BBQ

For more information about AWLL, please visit our website at www.awll.org.uk or contact AWLL President Eryn Hanlon at eryn@awll. org.uk.

You can also connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. We look forward to seeing you!

Aws

AWS International Women’s Group welcomes new members from near or far to the Surrey area!

Whether you have just landed or have been here for 20+ years AWS International Women’s Group is here for you. We have been welcoming members from all over the world for over 45 years and are proud to represent over 37 nationalities.

Based in Surrey, we’re here to create social connections and support for expatriates while also providing philanthropic support to local charities. We would love for you to join us!

We have a wide variety of events and activities - everything from English hikes and pub lunches to art gallery tours and date nights. Come and meet new people, share passions, explore gardens, visit historical attractions and so much more!

Our members and sponsors have a wealth of information for you as well; they can help you to obtain a driving license, move house, find a dentist, obtain healthcare and much more. We are here to help you get the most out of what Surrey has to offer.

For more information visit our website AWSurrey.org or contact us directly at membership@awsurrey.org or president@ awsurrey.org.

Cawc

One of the highlights of the social calendar at CAWC is the May Tea Party and this year was no exception. A full house turned out at a spectacular event held in the beautiful grounds of Missenden Abbey in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.

Members entered into the fun by designing themed tables and decorating them in wonderfully imaginative and impressive ways. A delicious Afternoon Tea was served, and members had the opportunity of visiting the grounds and the walled garden. Much fun was had browsing and shopping the several artisan vendors as well as chatting and socialising with friends. A prize raffle was held and lucky winners took home some gorgeous prizes donated throughout the year by our vendors. All the proceeds of the raffle will go to our chosen charity.

CAWC International is delighted to be supporting the charity, Carers Bucks. We will be raising money to support 1,800 young people aged 5-25 throughout the Buckinghamshire area who give unpaid support and care to their loved ones.

If you would like more information about the CAWC, please contact: cawcpruk@ gmail.com

Kcwc

KCWC is an organisation of international women who want to enjoy everything London has to offer. We appeal not only to expatriates and to those new to London, but also to those who want to experience the UK at its best. We have something for everyone, during the day or evening. Enjoy more than 30 different activities including languages, art history, book group, walks, museum visits, and much more.

KCWC hosts regular General Meetings, with high profile guest speakers. Please join us as we return to the Royal Geographical Society on Friday 6 October, where we welcome award-winning interior designer Alidad as our guest speaker. To register to join us at this event, then please contact info@kcwc.org.uk.

KCWC has many special events for our members in 2023. We invite you to log onto www.kcwc.org.uk to explore our website and the many activities on offer.

Join KCWC to experience friendship and the best of London. For more information contact marketing@kcwc.org.uk.

If you are a member of an American Expatriate Club and would like to share your news, events and photographs with fellow Americans in the UK, please email ben@theamericanhour.com