Tell all your nice colleagues, friends and ask them to forward the message as well.
This event takes place on May 1st 2002 from 7 p.m. The exact location is Caprice, 275 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116.
In case you have any questions or if you believe you have received this e-mail in error, please contact me at boston@eurocircle.com. I hope you’ll enjoy the event and I look forward to seeing you there.
Laurence Sophie Jouaville and the Eurocircle Team.
Come on out to the place where “Everybody Knows Your Name!” That’s right, CHEERS-Boston (aka Bull and Finch Pub) located at 84 Beacon Street! We will be meeting at the main entrance between 5 and 5:30pm (reservation is for 5:30) on Saturday, January 26th. Space is limited as there is a maximum reservation of 40 people so sign up ASAP! We have a special group rate which includes your choice of the CHEERS burger (oh yeah), BBQ chicken sandwich, fish and chips, or pasta primavera and a soda for $15/person, (alcoholic drinks, etc. are an additional charge).
Can’t make it for dinner? Well then show us up with your triple toe loop at Boston’s very own Frog Pond on Boston Common located at 10 Charles Street. Admission is $3/adult, $5 for skate rentals and $1 to rent a locker. We will meet in the kiosk by the skate rentals at 8pm on Saturday, January 26th. If your not crazy about skating…come have some hot cocoa at the concession stand and mingle and giggle at all my attempts to skate.
***WHEN REGISTERING, PLEASE INDICATE WHETHER YOU WILL BE ATTENDING DINNER, ICE SKATING OR BOTH
Please visit these websites if you would like more information on the above venues:
CHEERS-Boston (Bull and Finch Pub):
http://www.cheersboston.com/about_us/about_us.html
Frog Pond:
http://digitalcity.com/boston/recreation/event.adp?eid=15895
Let’s get together informally to keep up the good spirit. Contact mia@eurocircle.com
Rande Gerber has made a name for himself as the man behind Cindy Crawford and a slew of ultra trendy, ultra successful New York bars.
Whiskey Park, Gerber’s first Boston outpost, attracts a diverse crowd, from leather-clad Euros to Beacon Hill hipsters. The Décor Dark wood and sexy dim lighting conspire with old shots of Jimi Hendrix and Mick Jagger, sending us back to 1970s Manhattan.
Lanky waitresses in hip hugging black dresses exude attitude but remain courteous and attentive. On weekends the bar fills up at around 8pm. Show up
early to avoid standing in line. The tables are always “reserved,” but just cop a spot. If you’re ordering drinks or, even better, food it’s unlikely
anyone will give you the boot. There’s a light selection of average-quality finger foods (quesadillas, chicken skewers and burgers) for early-evening nibbling or for those alcohol-induced munchies.
Let’s get together informally to keep up the good spirit. Contact mia@eurocircle.com
Rande Gerber has made a name for himself as the man behind Cindy Crawford and a slew of ultra trendy, ultra successful New York bars. Whiskey Park, Gerber’s first Boston outpost, attracts a diverse crowd, from leather-clad Euros to Beacon Hill hipsters. The Décor Dark wood and sexy dim lighting conspire with old shots of Jimi Hendrix and Mick Jagger, sending us back to 1970s Manhattan.
Lanky waitresses in hip hugging black dresses exude attitude but remain courteous and attentive. On weekends the bar fills up at around 8pm. Show up
early to avoid standing in line. The tables are always “reserved,” but just cop a spot. If you’re ordering drinks or, even better, food it’s unlikely anyone will give you the boot. There’s a light selection of average-quality finger foods (quesadillas, chicken skewers and burgers) for early-evening nibbling or for those alcohol-induced munchies.
Lets’ get together for casual drinks and catch up, and plan a bit of an agenda for the spring.
My name is Yanika Schneider. I was born in Kiev, Ukraine and immigrated to the USA when I was nine with my parents and younger brother. First my family came to Pittsburgh, PA, but after a few years moved to the Bay Area.
So where in the Bay area did you live and study?
My early education in the Bay was marked by living in two areas with radically different demographics.
In middle school and the first year of high school, I lived near Cupertino, a suburb of San Jose that has a predominantly Asian population and is known for being the Apple headquarters. This experience exposed me to Asian American food and culture, such that Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese became my favorite cuisines. I also came to understand the immigrant experience from an Asian perspective, which I found similar to the Ukrainian/Russian/Soviet customs and values practiced in my family.
Is that where you graduated from high school?
In the beginning of my sophomore year of high school, I relocated to Redwood City, which is a middle class, largely Hispanic suburb 30 min south of San Francisco. Now my high school was half Spanish-speaking rather than half-Asian. As a result, I became more immersed in the Latino culture. I was invited to quinceañeras, learned how to make flan and took three years of Spanish, which I continued through college. I also got a chance to pursue my interests in community service, writing and science by becoming involved in a service organization, as well as taking on the positions of the editor in chief of the high school yearbook and the co-captain of the robotics team.
How interesting. Where did you go to college and why?
Exposure to diverse groups of people and experiences was excellent preparation for college. Unlike most of my peers who remained in California, I chose to attend a small liberal arts school in Iowa called Grinnell College. Despite its location, Grinnell was a fascinating place with a very international student body hailing from different parts of the U.S. and the world. I studied chemistry and history, while taking nearly enough philosophy classes for a triple major. Without a core curriculum or many required classes, I was able to get a good technical background in the sciences while pursuing my love for the humanities. Grinnell was all about getting both sides of the brain to work in symphony.
I am impressed, that is not the typical choice/s for anyone. Did you stay in Iowa after college?
After college I continued with my scientific interests by getting my PhD in materials chemistry at UCSB. Living and working a few blocks from the beach was an amazing opportunity, as was the wonderfully collaborative scientific atmosphere of the university.
What happened once you finished your PhD?
When I finished my degree, there was no doubt that I would return to my favorite Bay Area, and I was very fortunate to obtain a Postdoc position at UC Berkeley and the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. I was involved in an artificial photosynthesis project that allowed me to expand on my polymer (plastics) chemistry knowledge by learning polymer physics. Here I became fascinated by how materials function, how their structure affects their properties and how this can be altered to obtain optimal characteristics.
Academic career – most PhD’s end up that route. How about you?
After finishing my Postdoc, I briefly worked at a nine-person startup focused on developing new supercapacitors. This experience was as exciting as most startups (plus I was the only female), but after the funding dried up, I moved to an analytical lab where I work now. I use my polymer science knowledge to help engineers and scientist troubleshoot materials problems including failure analysis, deformations and contamination investigations. My job is interesting because I work with so many diverse industries that every day feels different.
Are you happy living in the Bay Area?
Since moving back to the Bay, I’ve lived in San Francisco, which is my favorite city. I cannot say enough about its diverse culture, amazing food and breathtaking architecture and natural beauty. You will most likely find me enjoying a happy hour in SoMa or Dogpatch (where I live), dancing in the Mission at BaoBab (great Senegalese food!) or Blondies or hiking up Glen Canyon or Lands End. I’m a big fan of the arts and spend quite a bit of time at SOMA-Arts, the Recology artist in residency program exhibitions as well as the galleries on Geary St. I also make a point to cross the Bay and spend time in Oakland and Berkeley. I particularly love the Oakland food scene as well as the monthly art walk.
If you’re ever in SF and need a tour guide, get in touch with me VIA EMAIL
Connect with Yanika (of course also via our member forums):
Bissera Antikarov is originally from Bulgaria. She now lives and work as a Real Estate Agent in New York City!
Please introduce yourself.
My name is Bissera Antikarov – Bissera means “pearl” in my native Bulgarian language. I am from Sofia, Bulgaria, where I lived before coming to the US for graduate school in architecture more than 20yrs ago.
I am now a real estate broker in Manhattan – an architect by background with passion for art. I live on the Upper West Side and work all over the city with sellers, buyers, and investors. My purpose is helping clients “sell or buy with an architect’s eye” by blending real estate, architecture, and art expertise to craft their real estate future with efficiency, creativity, and style. Expect excellence.
I studied Architecture/Urban Design & City Planning/Real Estate Development both in Sofia and here in NYC, as well as post-grad at Harvard University. I have always been fascinated by buildings and cities across the globe.
Can you tell us more about how you got started in Real Estate?
My shift into real estate sales was a natural transition from my prior work in architecture/urban planning and real estate development. While in the past I was engaged on the front end of creating real estate, I am now on the other end, selling it – I went around the industry full circle, so to speak.
What attracts you to Real Estate and why do you like doing it?
As an architect, I love buildings and interior spaces. I know and love the city with its unique neighborhoods, and I am also very social and love working with people. So all these ingredients create the perfect storm for me in real estate, which I am passionate about.
How is the real estate market today in New York?
The real estate market in New York is hot, especially now in the spring and early summer. Inventory for sale continues to be low, buyer demand is high, prices keep growing as a result, and units sell pretty fast, especially in the lower and mid-price points. It’s a great time for sellers to put their properties on the market this month in April, to capitalize on the high spring activity.
If someone is looking to invest in real estate what specific things should they be looking for?
It really depends on the purpose of the investment, if it would be to live, rent, flip, or hold long term. Each scenario and sub-market in NYC’s boroughs has its specific characteristics, in addition to the basic parameters such as location, type of property, size, price point, cap rates, etc.
It would be best for potential buyers and investors to consult with an experienced and competent real estate agent for specialized advice and assistance in the process, which is pretty complicated and time consuming in NYC. I would be happy to help in any of these situations.
Is there anything else about Real Estate that people should be aware of?
Yes, there are many aspects and important information people need to know on the real estate market and process in NYC, which vary depending on their role in the marketplace – if they are sellers, buyers, or investors. This is why, again, they need the consult and guidance of a competent real estate professional to help them navigate successfully the complex real estate arena in NYC.
Have you always lived and worked in New York City?
I have lived and worked in NYC for most of my almost 25 years in the US, except for a few years I spent in Boston. I know and love NYC as my home town.
What cafes or restaurants do you recommend to tourists to go to in New York and why? Or to do something else.
It’s hard to recommend just some restaurants, as the city has so many great ones to offer. So instead, I would recommend visiting the NYC highlights I’m most passionate about, such as top architecture masterpieces and art museums/galleries, of which we have an amazing selection of world-wide icons included in every tourist guide.
Could you share with us how you first found out about EuroCircle? How long have you been a member? What other groups are you a member of?
I first heard about EuroCircle from another European friend and joined right away. I have been a member for over 10 years in NYC and several years in Boston as well. Love it – met so many interesting people and made new friends from all over the world!
I am also a member of a number of other social and professional groups in NYC – too many to list here!
Connect with Bissera Antikarov
The best way to connect with me is by email or cell phone and/or via any of the online platforms below:
Cell: 646-620-8192
Bissera at Facebook
Bissera Antikarov @ LinkedIn
http://kwnyc.com/bissera-antikarov
bissera@kwnyc.com
APRIL MIXER @ BALTAIRE STEAKHOUSE!
Here we are again 🙂 We’ve been working hard to organise this event…. Finally, a great place has been booked for us to all meet and spend the evening together.
We’ll have our next event at an amazing SteakHouse, Baltaire, an elegant dining room & buzzy outdoor patio set the stage for cocktails & prime cuts.
This high-end steakhouse sibling of the adjacent Coral Tree Café brings a taste of Beverly Hills to Brentwood, with a spacious bar offering serious mixology and lots of prime cuts.
The interior is handsomely elegant, but it’s the luxurious outdoor patio that’s the draw, complete with a glassed-in fireplace and a view of locals heading for Soulcycle across the street.
See you all there, let’s have a good one.. Please make sure you’re there and make sure you bring your friends, family, neighbours – whoever wants to have a good night out and meet some amazing people from all walks of life.
See you all there 😉
Cheerio!
HOSTED BY:
Sonny & Tanya
EuroCircle Los Angeles FB group
Please feel free to bring your international friends and encourage them to visit our website and become a EuroCircle member just like you!
EUROCIRCLE TRAVELS
If you like to travel, join Sherry in October 2015 with EuroCircle members to Journey Across Africa!
Sherry Kumar sat down with one of her travellers Yvonne, let’s hear what she found out.
Traveler Bio: Born and raised in Nossebro, Sweden, Yvonne resides in NYC. She is a talented seamstress and owner of www.YvonneDesignTeam.com
So far, you have participated in two EuroCircle adventures, Cambodia & Vietnam 2013, and India 2014. What are your overall impressions of EuroCircle’s travel program?
I had super, super, great experience. These trips have changed my life. I have never traveled with any group before. It was always by myself since I was 16. I thought I would never be able to afford to go to such far away places, but these trips are affordable and the accommodations are always very nice.
Our itineraries are very fast paced and there is a lot to adjust to: the diversity of travelers who come from a variety of cultures, the wide range of personalities, and then there is the changing terrain, scenery and experiences. How do you deal with it all?
Love it all! I consider myself a “good traveler” and all this diversity ads to the experience!
Some people travel with us for the adventure, others are looking to build friendships and make connections. What’s your motive?
That is the thing, I Love both! I equally like both. I do not necessary loveall the people on the trip, but I try to get a long. I find it so interesting to study how everyone copes and interacts, or not. The travelers that do not behave within the rules cannot come on the next trip.
What surprised you most about India?
I was so pleasantly surprised by all the beautiful people, art, and architecture. India was not as dirty as I expected, people were begging, or rather trying to sell all kinds of souvenirs, and they could be very pushy at times. But we did not see children with cut off hands or poked out eye. India was not as dirty as I saw on TV.
If you could re-live one day of the India itinerary, what would it be?
The day at the Royal museum in Jaipur, the unplanned stop at the Rajastathani village where we interacted with kids and the locals, and the beautiful dinner at the opulent Rambagh Palace.
What did you bring back from India, and why did you choose it?
I bought a carpet, I loved it and I enjoyed bargaining for it, even if it was not cheap, and a bought all kinds of small art for memory and gifts.
More about the trips that Sherry has organized for EuroCircle members:
Next trip with Sherry: EuroCircle Journeys Across Africa in October 2015
Check out all EuroCircle Travel stories
And who is Sherry…. Globetrotting with Sherry – wanna go with her & other EuroCircle members to Africa in Oct 2015?
EUROCIRCLE’S FLOWER POWER BIRTHDAY FOR PRIVATE PAPARAZZI PRODUCTIONS
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Join Eurocircle as we celebrate the one year anniversary of Private Paparazzi Productions.
Our baby is turning 1!
Miss Paparazzi – Inna Race and her company have come a long way.
Since she photographed her first EuroCircle event, she has taken Philly and NYC by storm. In less than a year,
she was the official photographer of Diner en Blanc, covered Philly’s Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, shot ad
campaigns for luxury cosmetics brands, and opened her own art show to rave reviews.
But Inna has not forgotten us! So, to help celebrate her one year anniversary, we are throwing her a party.
Co-Host: Inna Race, Private Paparazzi Productions
Co-Host: Milica Schiavio, Milica in the Hat Millinery
Hostess: Sherry Kumar, EuroCircle
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