New York – Jul 27 2011

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‘The Road to Istanbul’ Cocktail Hour

Join Eurocircle’s Sherry Kumar, Yesim Saydan and Jimmy Cuneyt Gurkan at the beautiful World Bar to sip cocktails and learn about everything that makes Turkey such a fascinating country.

Born and raised in Turkey, our co-host for the evening is Jimmy Cuneyt Gurkan, a native of Istanbul and current resident of New York. Jimmy has been an active member of the Turkish- American community working with various non-profits and charities. Gurkan had been in production teams of concerts, dance performances, film festivals, stand-up shows, art exhibits and PR events for the last 15 years. He acts as a hobby with small theater companies and loves biking and cooking. Jimmy owns in212 Productions and is Vice President of ATC Anadolu Travel.

Also, our Turkish born co-hostess Yesim Saydan is a long time Eurocircle member. She currently works at Citigroup and would love to share all she knows about her travels through Turkey.

We will also be joined by representatives from the Culture and Tourism Attache of Turkey who will answer questions about all the cities featured in our itinerary. Our esteemed guests will be: Sezin Sayin, Ferhat Zeybek, Ece Arda and Aslihan Calisan.

Press: Fusun Ozer
Sponsored by Yeni Raki

$10 pp includes drink discounts and light hors d’oeuvres

Austin – Jul 26 2011

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EXTENDED Happy Hour prices for EuroCircle’s “Joint European Night”!
EVERYONE who likes/is interested in Europe is welcome – and of course other Europeans are SUPER welcome!

EuroCircle presents ” JOINT EUROPEAN NIGHT”

Hosting organizations and individuals include:

Bill Ogilvie and Iola Hollack, AIFD – Austin International Folk Dancers
Beata Zadrozna, Poland, www.austinpolishsociety.org
Joanna Kaminska, Poland, European Meetup Group in Austin, www.meetup.com/austin-euro
Rasmus Wendt, Sweden, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce TX www.sacctx.com
Henrik Johansson, Sweden, SACC and www.boundlessnetwork.com
Antonia Warren Garcia-Vaso, Spain, www.casadeespanaaustin.com
Michi Spielman, Spain
Angela-Jo Touza-Medina, Spain
Kamilla Khabibrakhmanova, Russia
Niki and Paul Haarman, Spain/NL/USA, The Renaissance Companies
Jonathan Green, UK, www.greeninc.com (motor sports broadcaster F1 etc)
Heli Esker, Finland, Zip Realty/Author
Kaisa Kokkonen, Finland, EuroCircle
Questionmine Team (Jon Rogers, Lance Shuldberg and Gary Spirer will help us to provide ,as long as supplies last, a complimentary SKIN CARE gift by LUMENE to all of the attendees.

More about Annie’s EXTENDED (all night) Happy Hour for European Night:

The following items for $5.00 all night:
Shrimp Orleans, Saffron Mussels, Margharita Pizza, Slider, Fried Calamari, Truffle Fried, Antipasti Salad
$2 off Specialty Cocktails
$3 Draft Beer
$1 Off Wines by the Glass

They’ll have one $6 martini on special for the night, they’ll know what that is on Tuesday.
Their regular rule: live or work downtown? show us some proof and receive an additional 10% off purchase of cocktails

As long as supplies last, complimentary gift by www.LumeneUSA.com

New York – Jul 13 2011

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SPECIAL OFFER FOR THE MARIINSKY BALLET PERFORMANCE OF “THE LITTLE HUMPBACKED HORSE” BY RODION SHCHEDRIN

MATINEE PERFORMANCE
WEDNESDAY, JULY 13TH AT 2:00 PM

THIS IS A WONDERFUL FAMILY SHOW! THE RUSSIAN FAIRY TALE FEATURES A BEAUTIFUL FIREBIRD, A DEMANDING TSAR, AN ENCHANTED TSAR-MAIDEN, AND A FAITHFUL HUMPBACKED HORSE THAT HELPS OUR SIMPLE-MINDED HERO IN HIS ADVENTURES. THIS INVENTIVE NEW PRODUCTION BY RATMANSKY PREMIERED IN 2009.

20% OFF SINGLE TICKETS WITH SPECIAL CODE “HORSE”

REDEEM THIS OFFER ONLINE AT http://lincolncenterfestival.org/index.php/lcf-2011-mariinsky-ballet
OR BY CALLING CENTERCHARGE AT 212.721.6500 OR BY PRINTING OUT THE OFFER AND MENTIONING THE CODE AT THE AVERY FISHER HALL BOX OFFICE (BROADWAY AT 65TH STREET). SPECIAL CODE IS NOT REDEEMABLE AT ANY OTHER BOX OFFICE.

GROUP DISCOUNT: 30% OFF FOR GROUPS OF 20 OR MORE PEOPLE
TO REDEEM THIS OFFER, CONTACT THE GROUP SALES COORDINATOR AT 212.875.5190 OR EMAIL groupsales@lincolncenter.org

Special offer is ONLY valid for the Wednesday, 2PM performance on July 13th.
Both promotions expire on July 5th.

The Mariinsky Performances are co-presented by the Lincoln Center Festival and the Metropolitan Opera.

New York – Jul 5
Wednesday, 2PM performance on July 13th

Altanta – Jul 11 2011

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We will have our July monthly get-together on Monday, July 11th instead of our normal first Tuesday of the month. We will be meeting on the beautiful pool deck / rooftop ( referred to as the SOL deck) situated on the 4th floor of the new MELIA Hotel, located at 590 West Peachtree Street NW / Atlanta 30308. Our usual start time will be 7:30 until.

In case of rain, we will meet instead on the 25th floor of the hotel in a banquet room overlooking the city. Either way, this should be a great venue for our meeting and we expect a great turn-out.

Valet parking will be available at a reduced rate of $12 – otherwise, feel free to park alongside Spring street where a parking deck (not affiliated with the hotel) is available.

Many thanks,
Your Atlanta EuroCircle team!!!

PHOTOS by Leonardo Luceiro Meirelles!

New York – Jul 09 2011

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All Day summer BBQ in Frank’s Garden

Message from Your Host Frank

Please join me for an all-day summer BBQ in my garden at 323 East 89th Street Apt. 1C on Saturday, July 9, starting at 2:30PM. Please bring your favorite food to grill and/or something for other people to drink. (any questions call or text Frank 917-886-0396)

Try to come early to watch the quarterfinal game between Japan and Germany from the Women’s Soccer World Cup live starting at 2:25PM!

Please mark your calendar for our first picnic at the south side of the Great Lawn (near Turtle Pond) on Wednesday, July 13, starting at 7PM, to coincide with the day when the New York Philharmonic Orchestra was supposed to have played in Central Park!

New York – Jun 29 2011

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VIOLENT DANCES FADE

Born in Lake Como, Italy in 1969, Stefano Losi was trained in the classical oil painting techniques of his artist grandfather. In 2005, he was nominated for Knight of the Italian Republic by Italy’s President Ciampi.

“Violent Dances Fade” www.ViolentDancesFade.com(Libertarian Poetical Fragments) is Losi’s personal art and poetry project consisting of paintings, lithographs and volumes of epigrams envisioned in Milan in 1991, refined in London, and currently active in New York.

Eurocircle cordially invites you to a cocktail reception in honor of this talented and highly acclaimed artist. We will enjoy an art exhibition and a poetry reading by Stefano Losi in person and as always the company of our Eurocircle friends.

Eurocircle is pleased to welcome

His Excellency Ambassador Gert Rosenthal of Guatemala
Her Excellency Ambassador Greta Gunnarsdottir of Iceland and
His Excellency Ambassador Palitha Kohona of Sri Lanka

to tonight’s event.
Special gift for the first 25 people who purchase a ticket online.

Cover : $10 pp

Chicago – Jun 17 2011

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The soiree will take place on Friday, June 17th, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at the posh Museum of Contemporary Art. Over 1,000 guests will enjoy the museum’s eclectic exhibits, magnificent musical entertainment, savor signature cocktails, beer, wine, and fabulous food from some of Chicago’s finest restaurants. Proceeds from this event will support research and therapies for stroke patients at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Tickets are $85 in advance (if purchased by June 16) and $95 at the door. For an additional $20, become a Summer Lovin’ VIP, which includes:

– Front of line access to the Summer Lovin’ After-Party at Cuvee (308 W. Erie Street – 847.691.3947) until midnight. After midnight, VIP attendees might get caught in line, but will receive free access to Cuvee.
– A Complimentary Premium Drink Ticket.
– Complimentary transportation will be provided from the MCA to Cuvee. Highlights will soon follow. Check back for updates on Dining Stations, Spirit sponsors, DJ and Raffle. Need More?
– Last year’s singles included a highly diverse group of individuals, ranging from a pitcher for the Chicago Cubs, an executive chef at a prominent Chicago restaurant, a local news anchor, and a Chicago Public School teacher. The 2010 winners are detailed here.

For additional Summer Lovin’ 2010 media coverage please click here.

Click here to purchase tickets to Summer Lovin’
Must be 21 to purchase tickets. Must have proper ID to enter the event.
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Atlanta – Jun 07 2011

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Greetings everyone:

It’s almost that time again. We will have our June event on Tuesday, June 7th at 7:30pm at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead. We will meet in the lobby bar / restaurant entrance area. Like the last events we had there, it should be a great turn-out.

PARKING: like all the other times, bring self parking ticket and it will be stamped before leaving

See you there!!!

Salutations,

EuroCircle Atlanta Team

New York – Jun 01 2011

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ANDERS HOLST is what adult contemporary music has been waiting for. Rooted in jazz, soul and European pop music, Anders’ distinguished sound fuses sophisticated lyrics with lingering melodies, exploring themes of romance, isolation, optimism and the complexity of interpersonal relationships.

Born in Gothenburg Sweden, Anders grew up in a home filled with music. Not only from the thousands of choirs for which his nation is known, but also his father’s diverse collection – Artie Shaw, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, and later The Supremes, Dionne Warwick and Burt Bacharach. Following his influences and passion, Anders wrote his first song at age eleven.

Nominated for a 2010 American Smooth Jazz Award, Anders was recognized alongside major label artists Seal, Matt Dusk and Michael Buble in the International Male Vocalist category. His tracks have appeared on numerous smooth jazz and AC charts, and he has performed on WNBC’s “Weekend Today.”

Anders’ second full-length recording, SoHo Suite, (due out June 7th) is meant as an ode to his New York neighborhood and the emotions it inspires. The album includes originals with a jazzy interpretation of the classic Michael McDonald tune, “I Keep Forgettin’ (Every Time You’re Near). Although not a far departure from Romantika and Five, SoHo Suite promises to bring a fresh approach to smooth jazz composition, as well as a refined maturity in both the studio and live engagements.

“I do believe that his honest and original love songs can give romantic music a brand new chance, so do your heart a favor, check him out.” – Quincy Jones

“It grabbed me instantly; I haven’t heard music and lyrics like this before. When you can play something unique after listening to music for 35 years, that’s fantastic!” – Fred Bronson, Billboard Magazine

CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF “SOHO SUITE”

Poised for release on June 7th, Holst’s much anticipated album “Soho Suite” is making its advance debut at Eurocircle’s gathering on June 1st at Taj Lounge. Join us as we enjoy a live performance by this Swedish crooner in person and help him celebrate the release of his latest album.

Drink Specials
$10 pp

The first 50 guests who purchase a ticket online, will receive a $50 gift certificate to PinkCalyx.com Jewelry.

New York – Jun 01
Wednesday, June 1 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Cover : $10

Chicago – May 17 2011

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Join us for a night of Networking in a French atmosphere filled with Absinthe, French Wines, French Cheese and everything French at the Ambassadors bar of Hotel Sofitel. French music in the background and French movies on the screens.

Don t miss this opportunity to get a taste of Absinthe, a drink that became so popular in bars, bistros, cafés, and cabarets that, by the 1860s, the hour of 5 p.m. was called l’heure verte (“the green hour”). Absinthe was favored by all social classes, from the wealthy bourgeoisie to poor artists and ordinary working-class people. By the 1880s, mass production had caused the price of absinthe to drop sharply. By 1910, the French were drinking 36 million liters of absinthe per year (compared to their consumption of almost 5 billion liters of wine).

We will also have the outdoor patio if the weather permits. Make sure to grab your tickets quickly as this is going to be a sold out event. Bring your business cards if you don’t prepay as we will raffle many French related prizes including:

– 2 one night stays at the hotel Sofitel
– 1 diner for two at the Café des Architectes restaurant
– French cooking books, red, rosé and white wine bottles
– Paris/France Posters
– 4 Gift certificates for 12 croissants @ “La Boulangerie”, Chicago’s best French Bakery
– 2x $50 certificates for “La Sardine” Restaurant
– Bourdage Pearls will be raffling a necklace
– Veuve Clicquot champagne bottle
If you have a business or company related to France and would like to offer a prize for the raffle, please contact us