San Francisco – Apr 23 2016

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(SEE TICKETS AT THE BOTTOM)

The 13th Annual Orange Kingsday party has arrived in the Bay Area!

This year we are going to go back to the Old Amsterdam Kingsnight with traditional Dutch music in a “Bruin” (Brown) Cafe on the famous French Belden Lane Alley that will be Dutch for a night. So as the cafe will be deocrated in it’s traditional orange festive King’s Night look, the alley will be perfect to get away from the blasting Dutch tunes and enjoy the delightful street with a cocktail in your hand.

Yes one of the most favorite activities for Dutch People is to sit/stand (we will remove most of the tables) on a terrace and watch other people! So be part of the lookers with a glass of wine in hand and enjoy this immense Dutch tradition!

DJ Marc van Brabant will be your host and DJ . He will play some fun Dutch Tunes and as the night progresses he will mix in some 80’s and the best beats from contemporary DJ’s such as showtek, dannic, hardwell, tiesto, and sunnery james. As always he will bring the Dutch and classic songs to make you sing along and truly have a fun orange festival experience!

The space is limited, so buy your tickets beforehand as one we run out we run out (op is op) You don’t have to be Dutch to enjoy this Orange Party but does help to understand the Dutch Way of dancing with one beer in your hand and the other making some form of a windmill and jumping up and down in a 15 cm2 area as Dutch are also limited to territorial confinement and overcrowding on the dance floor. But lucky this will not happen as we keep the ticket count limited to observe this crazy fun gezellig party for the king of the Netherlands.

At the door it will be $20
Right now tickets online are only $7.50 as we need to forfill a bar guarantee. As soon as we have enough people the price will double!

Here is the link for tickets:
https://dutchking.eventbrite.com/

Use “EC” for a 15% discount (for the first 15 to buy tickets)
Use “NL” for a 15% discount (for the first 25 to buy tickets)

If the link does not work that means that people beat you to it!

Philadelphia – Aug 18 2016

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You asked for it, so we organized it. For years, Eurocircle members have been asking for a civilized alternative to that other event, as a way of avoid riding Septa with the masses, to a location no one can plan for.

Eurocircle has partnered with Park Towne Place to bring you a more refined alternative. A well manicured lawn, views of Center City, and an exclusive gathering, just for Eurocirce members and our friends at Park Towne.

What:  BYOB Picnic in White

(Please do not ask us to change the date. This is for guests who are looking for an alternative to DEB).

Dress:  White, head to toe

Bring:  Your own food, picnic blanket, wine, champagne or cocktails (NO GLASS CONTAINERS ALLOWED).

You are free to decorate your space as much or as little as you like. You can plan your parking arrangements in advance or take an Uber. You can bring your own music, picnic basket etc.

THIS EVENT IS FOR EUROCIRCLE MEMBERS ONLY.

If you would like to bring a friend, please make sure they are a registered and verified member of Eurocircle.com. Please bring a printed ticket with you.

Philadelphia – Jul 20 2016

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A hot summer night, the sun is setting over center city, and EuroCircle members are dressed in white beachwear, sipping cocktails all night long. You are invited to Philly’s hottest private pool, for a night of music, socializing and BYO cocktails.

Tonight we will be hosted by the residents of Park Towne, who will be meeting Eurocircle for the first time. The only rule is that no glass is allowed in the pool area.

So bring your favorite wine, a light snack, make yourself comfortable in a beautiful cabana, and chill in the most beautiful private pool in Philadelphia.

Dress code: White beachwear (get creative)

What to bring:  BYOB (wine, champagne, mixed drinks, snacks)

*****NO GLASS CONTAINERS ALLOWED. Please bring plastic cups/glasses.

Discount tickets if purchased before July 1, 2016.

TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. PLEASE BRING A PRINTED TICKET WITH YOU (please login to sign up and get your ticket)

NON-members can easily create a profile using your Facebook, Linkedin or twitter login (just add your eurocircle city – Philadelphia – and your country of origin)

Houston – April 27 2016

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Let’s raise a glass (or two, or three…) to new and veteran EuroCircle members during our April mixer at one of Houston’s hottest wine bars.
 
Relaxed and upscale, Beckrew Wine House, located in the trendy Upper Kirby District, has been named one of the Top 20 Wine Bars in America by WineEnthusiast and one of nine best bars in Houston by Food & Wine Magazine.
 
We’re thrilled that Beckrew will kindly extend their happy hour prices exclusively for EuroCircle members until 8pm.
Wine glasses starts at $7, bottles at $27 and small bites at $3.
 
Beckrew Wine House
2409 W. Alabama St.
Houston, TX 77098
Wednesday, April 27 2016
Street parking available
Your hostesses Juliana Moreira, Shahla Mohammad and Venere Vitiello
 
“I shall drink no wine before it’s time! OK, it’s time.”
-Groucho Marx, comedian
 
EuroCircle is free for all members.
Since 1999, our mission is to connect Europeans and Europhiles alike, regardless of your nationality. We welcome all!

Austin – May 14 2016

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Join us for an afternoon of Eurovision song contest.

LIVE STREAMING  starts at 2 PM
The Eurovision Song Contest 2016 will be the 61rd edition of the annual Eurovision Song Contest.
Forty countries will participate in the contest, hosted in Stockholm, Sweden. The Swedes won last year – AGAIN!

The Russian House team will set up 3 areas that will be screening Eurovision: 2 in the bar area and 1 in patio with loudspeaker connected to bar TV

CHECK-IN: Be sure to check in with Asel when you arrive – and get your name badge
VOTING: Asel will be provide each guest with one ticket on which she/he writes his full name and puts it in country jars with final participating 16 countries.

All drinks are $2 off (except of wells)

Russian House encourage all participants to dress up and represent their country, as you have opportunity to Get Glass of Champagne If Your Country Wins The Contest ! ! !

All DRINKS $2 OFF
COCKTAILS/BEER/VODKA/WINE

FREE ENTRY of course.

Asel – The Russian house hostess
Emma & Adnan will be there from the EuroCircle team (hopefully the rest of us will be able to at least drop by
www.EuroCircle.com

You could swing by at noon by the Multicultural festival and come here…or come here first and head over there later…

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The Eurovision Song Contest ( Concours Eurovision de la chanson) ,often shortened to ESC or Eurovision, is the longest-running annual international TV song competition, held primarily, among the member countries of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) since 1956.

It is fair to share that winning the Eurovision Song Contest provides a short-term boost to the winning artists’ career, but rarely results in long-term success. Great exceptions are ABBA , Bucks Fizz  and Céline Dion (YES), all of whom launched successful worldwide careers after their wins. Many of you may not recognize Bucks Fizz (UK) but I doubt there are many people who do not know the name Abba or Celine Dion.

The 2016 Eurovision Song Contest will be held at the Globe Arena in Stockholm. The Semi-Finals will be held on 10th and 12th May, the Grand Final will take place on Saturday 14th May. All shows will be broadcast at 21:00 CEST.  Måns Zelmerlöw and Petra Mede will be your hosts during the two Semi-Finals and Grand Final.

PARTICIPANTS

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New York – Apr 26 2016

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Join us for our Spring Soiree at this Rooftop Lounge with the most amazing views of the Empire State Building located in the heart of the city.
No Cover when you RSVP Online by 5pm on April 26th and say “EuroCircle” at the door!

DJ Chris Bachmann will be spinning tunes throughout the night

The drink special will be a $10 Eurotini and food is available for purchase.
Dress Code:  Spring Chic

Look forward to seeing you on the 26th!

Sherry Kumar, Serbia
Diana Cristea, Romania

Alexandra and the EuroCircle New York Team

Marisol Monasterio’s Love for Flamenco & Tango Keeps Her Busy in Houston

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Please introduce yourself

My name is Marisol Monasterio.  I came from Caracas, Venezuela when I was 16 years old to start college with a swimming scholarship from University of Houston.  Later I attended Texas Woman’s University to get a Master degree in Occupational Therapy and specialized in Hand Therapy.  I have been very involved with the American Society of Hand Therapy and the Texas Society of Hand Therapists for many years. I work in a private clinic by Spring Cypress helping and assisting orthopedic patients to be independent again.

How did you end up in the art field? 

When I was finishing my fourth swimming varsity year, I decided to join the Colombian Folkloric Ballet in order to stay active and start a more artistic path. Dancing was not my specialty at all, but with time it kept growing on me and getting better at it. I also did a few years of Argentinean Tango dancing.

So why Flamenco?

Since I was a little girl, I was mesmerized by Flamenco, but it was a very expensive activity for me to follow.  When I started working and making my own money, I decided that it was time to take some classes, plus I was motivated by one of my dance teachers that told me that I had the “porte” or the style for it. I started taking dance classes in Houston, and later I was asked to start singing because of the roughness of my voice.  I studied cante (singing) locally with Kina Mendez, Javier Heredia, Juan Bacan and Isai Chacon, as well as in Granada Spain with Sergio “el Colorao” Gomez. 

What have been your merits?

I recorded as a vocalist in Amin Safari’s CD “Pasion de la Guitarra”, I have been honored by the Houston Press with an article as one the 100 Creatives 2012 due to my unusual voice and emotional performance, I have performed in many “Tablaos” in Houston and San Antonio as well as having the pleasure of representing Hierro Forjado flamenco dance troupe in several theatrical performances, but my biggest merit was to direct the show Caminos Gitanos in 2015. (https://youtu.be/M63B2QeWdS8)

What is your most immediate project?

Hierro Forjado’s Director and Dancer, Alexandra Simmons,presents her newest production: NuevosHorizontes (New Horizons), featuring HF’s Performing Troupe and a display of Houston’s most recognized flamenco artists: Lucía and Valdemar, Marisol Monasterio and Martin Rodríguez, Laura Siebert, and Bianca Antonia. Don’t miss this fabulous flamenco concert and performance. It will be held at the beautiful Queensbury Theatre by City Centre (12777 Queensbury) at 7:15 pm on May 14th.

In this show we will take you from the most delicate and delightful representation of Flamenco such as Guajiras and Alegrias, to the earthy and emotional Tientos/Tangos and Bulerias.  Each soloist will express their deepest feelings only seen in Flamenco Hondo, and the Cantaoras (singers) and musicians will transport you to another level with their sensitivity.  I have the great honor to interpret the cante (singing) for the troupe, dance with them and paid a tribute to my biggest inspiration in flamenco, Lola Flores.

What is the essence of Houston to you?

their cultural variety that makes us so unique and gives us the opportunity to learn from each other.

I have found that through art, we have been able to connect lives and people’s backgrounds.  Houston is a wonderful city to explore and to find what makes you special.

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For New Horizons tickets please visit http://hfflamenconuevoshorizontes2016.eventbee.com

You tube Caminos Gitanos: https://youtu.be/M63B2QeWdS8

 

 

Dallas – Apr 15 2016

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The best patio experience in Dallas is now open.
The Ivy Tavern is a new generation of dive bar. A neighborhood bar where you can enjoy a delicious cocktail, …damn good bar food, bad ass burgers, solid sandwiches.

After 9 pm DJ Jennifer Miller & Paul Paredes

Invite a friend from Europe to join you and come along.

We look forward seeing you there.

Alex & Matthew

Urban dictionary defines IVY as
“A beautiful vine of strong, vibrant leaves that adds lushness to any garden. It climbs to amazing heights and has been called “clinging” but really it is loyal and true.
It can also be a woman’s name and usually indicates a strong woman! She is calm, thoughtful, kind and very artistic.
She can be shy but when she shows her true self she shines brightly. Ivy also has a wild side which includes her passion and deep loyalty.
Ivy is very sensual but is careful who she shares this with. She is the one you want to be your best friend forever.”

Austin – Apr 28 2016

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We are happy to announce our first Salsa night!! Whether you are a salsa dancer, or wanting to learn (or even just watch), this evening is a guaranteed fun night for all. Tamale House East has kindly agreed to host our group.

Tamale House already has a very reasonable price on food and beverage (beer, wine, liquor), however, they are:
1) Extending special prices on alcohol for night
2) Generously offering complimentary appetizers for our group

In addition to their kindness, the famous BREW band will be playing LIVE music!! What is there not to like?!

http://www.brewmusic.com/

Tamale House is a truly magical place located in East Austin…a hole in the wall that is a well kept secret, for now.

Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Allison & EuroCircle Team


Music by the BREW

Lead guitarist Michael Rodriguez marries fiery Latin-flavored guitar with flamenco, jazz and a touch of rock to produce yet another testament to the Brew’s incredibly electrifying style of Latin-Jazz.The Brew is based in Austin, Texas and formed around three brothers, Michael, Mark and Joe Rodriguez, who have played together for more than 30 years.  Check out the Brew and their music!

From the migas to the inexpensive breakfast tacos to the ample parking options.
Carmen Valera (granddaughter and namesake of Tamale House founder Carmen Vasquez) and her siblings operate this Tex-Mex hot spot that hosts pop-up dinners and a diverse selection of events.
Enjoy an agua fresca on the expansive outdoor patio.

SAVE THE DATES – Saturday May 14 2016 – Eurovision Song Contest
Sunday, May 22 2016 International Potluck