Hey “EuroCirclers”,
Hhow are you? it’s getting cold and dark, isn’t it? Yes. It’s autumn 😉
Welcome to our next EuroCircle Vienna Event. We will help you to get over that cold and dark situation and have fun.
Please forward this invitation to other Europhiles and Expat friends in Vienna.
To calculate the reservation in the bar, please answer, if you will join.
Cheers,
Christian
PS: Next Ubahn: U3 Stubentor, U4 Stadtpark (bcs of constructions only in direction Hütteldorf)
We love introducing fearless Europeans no matter what they do and where they are. This time we are featuring an interesting Danish young lady who loves to explore the world.
Please introduce yourself.
My name is Gemma Karlsen, I am an actress and I do modelling. I am from Denmark (a small town called Espergaerde 20 min from Copenhagen).
I am in Sydney Australia right now just to see Sydney.
I always wanted to come here. I have some close friends that I stay with in a very nice area of Sydney called Double Bay.
I am a world traveler at heart. I always wanted to live in Los Angeles. I am working on my 01 artist visa so I can work in the US. I have travelled a lot and in Los Angeles I have a lot of friends, I love to network when I am in L.A.
I grew up in Denmark, but when I was 17 I went to London to study acting. I have done many commercials and short films in Denmark and London.
How did you end up in Sydney of all places?
Sydney is amazing! But I miss Los Angeles and Denmark. I was just in Los Angeles and in Vancouver Canada, I had part in a feature in film in Canada.
What is the best and worst about your current city for you…what is a typical day and weekend??
I am going talk about Los Angeles since that’s where I compare every country to haha… I love Los Angeles so much so I would say the traffic is the worst part of the city and the best is the people, the opportunities and the nature/the beach.
How do you find the lifestyle in LA compared to your hometown in Denmark?
Los Angeles is so dynamic, vibrant and has the most amazing cafes and restaurants that are very healthy. Denmark is soo cold but when there is the least bit of sunshine everyone sits outside at cafes and sip their coffee, Denmark also have the best sushi place called sticks and sushi.
How do you make your living now – and how would you like to develop that career?
I do commercials and print work and I would like to continue to doing that along with movies and Tv.
Do you see the differences between nationalities easily – yours vs. Americans vs. other Europeans?
There is a difference in the way that people interact with each other, in Los Angeles they chat to each other at the grocery shop, cafes and are just in general more open and into chatting with new people.
But the Danes are good at keeping a commitment and sticking to their word.
What is the essence of LA to you?
The nature and the social life.
What do you miss from your country?
I miss my family, friends and just a casual stroll in Hellerup and Copenhagen.
What do you miss the most – and the least from your own country?
The weather and something called janteloven, it’s a mentality that people should not think they are too good at something or have too much confidence.
I think that being able to love and like yourself is the most important thing because when we love ourselves we are able to really set an example to our kids. They should approve and love themselves. When you love yourself you are more capable of loving and supporting others.
Workwise – how do you see Los Angeles being different from Denmark . What stands out in your chosen profession?
Denmark is not as good for acting and modelling as Los Angeles is. The entertainment industry is not that big in Denmark. Danish films tend to be a bit more dark and depressing. Where American movie are more glamorous.
When you think about your expectations about life in LA before you moved there – was it correct?
I actually always thought that Los Angeles would be amazing and it is.
What should everyone know and understand about your country and its culture – or USA?
Denmark is a lovely country – I love coming back. It’s a great and safe country.
What cafes or restaurants do you recommend to tourists to go to in Copenhagen?
Sticks and sushi in Copenhagen.
What would be your ideal life – with no monetary issues to make it happen!
Me living in Malibu and have a house in Hollywood hills. Acting in movies and TV. I want to work with Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson, Christopher Nolan, James Cameron and Nancy Mayers, Just to name a few. Yes I know I have big dreams …
Would you move back to Denmark fulltime – yes or no (why and why not)?
No I would not move to Denmark for good. I have a traveler’s mentality, I love being on the road and in America.
How to connect with you:
Facebook: Gemma Karlsen
www.instagram.com/gemmakarlsens/
Russian House Party with Burlesque Show
Four years ago we were there to launch the Russian House restaurant with Varda and Vladimir & their team.
Let’s join Russian House of Austin to celebrate their 4th Anniversary
on October 20th, Thursday , 6pm – 2am
Highlights of the celebration will include:
-Burlesque Show at 9PM by ATX Fusion and Co
-DJ Hexum from 11 PM
-Complimentary Champagne Bar
-Birthday Cake
-Drink specials
COME AND CHEER with us!
From Russia with Love – Meet Varda and Vladimir (2012)
Varda Interview 2014
You are cordially invited to the Trendy Lime’s 7th Anniversary as EuroCircle has collaborated with them on many events.
We would like to thank you for your support and treat you to a day-time rooftop event with breath-taking views of San Francisco, in the midst of San Francisco’ summer.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
1. Enjoy the sophisticated and lively anniversary at San Francisco’ premier rooftop location with the picturesque view of the San Francisco Port and Bay Bridge.
2. Mingle, Meet the Team, Enjoy a sunny (so we hope) afternoon during San Francisco’ warmest month of October.
3. Make a statement at the glam photo-shoot with Bay Bridge as your backdrop “au naturel”.
4. Sip mimosa to the tunes of DJ Marc Brabant (EuroCircle)
5. Explore the culinary treasures of fine Chinese cuisine prepared by award-winning culinary team at Michelin-crowned “Crystal Jade”, at happy hour prices
6. Good Cause: part of the proceeds will be donated to support women in need
7. Birthday!!! Trendy Lime Turns 7 – Birthday Cake!
Birthday Party of Elena Pimenova. and Matthew Verkler
DRESS CODE:
Colorful! // Summer // Chic & Elegant
TICKETS:
General Admission $15
VIP (including a glass of mimosa) $20
ABOUT CRYSTAL JADE:
Crystal Jade Jiang Nan is a fine dining Chinese restaurant offering an eclectic array of locally inspired dishes from the southern regions of China – “Jiang Nan”. The restaurant’s magnificent waterfront location on the Embarcadero was expertly designed by San Francisco-based interior designer Ken Fulk. It features stunning decor, including a beautiful and spacious dining room, a large open air patio with breathtaking views of the bay, a chic bar and lounge, and seven private dining areas.
ABOUT TRENDY LIME:
Trendy Lime is an experiential marketing agency known for upscale corporate and social events. Combining years of event planning and marketing expertise, vetted relationships with top-tier vendors, and an expansive social network of 7,000, at Trendy Lime we take pride in delivering unique events for all of our clients. We have held exclusive events in high-profile venues in the USA, Brazil, and Europe and worked with a number of top brands and non-profit organizations.
SPONSORS & PARTNERS:
– SOLZ (http://www.solzshoes.com/) is a designer and manufacturer of “Functional Fashion for Active Lifestyles.” Launched by Brad Carrick in 2010 right out of business school, he manages all aspects of the business from product creation to financing, legal, marketing and distribution. SOLZ has been funded entirely with three Indiegogo crowd-funding campaigns – all averaging over 200% of their funding goals. In 2012, SOLZ’ popular solar powered backpacks led them to win Designer of the Year honors in the San Francisco Fashion Awards, followed up in 2013 with Eco Design of The Year. The newly redesigned and upgraded SOLZbags are being launched exclusively for a limited time on Touch of Modern. See www.SOLZshine.com for more products and information.
– Mariya Milovidova Art & Fashion: https://www.facebook.com/
– Richard Habib from Alexanders Artisan Rug: https://www.facebook.com/
– UpOut
– KC Wisdom
FAQ:
– Tickets are not refundable but are transferrable
– No tickets will be available at the door
– 21 y.o. + event
Julia Postolov Kantor is a member of EuroCircle LA.
You are all invited by her on a journey through French music as you’ve never heard it before. From the sounds of a quaint Parisian café to the Moroccan souk, along countless hearts and radio dials across Eastern Europe and beyond. This music has captivated the world.
Paris Chansons is Los Angeles’s premier French performing group. They are known for their original renditions of French favorites, from Aznavour, Brel, Dassin, Piaf, and Montand all the way to contemporary artists such as Zaz. Their exhilarating performances are punctuated by traditional jazz standards in addition to classics in Russian, Italian, and other languages.
Three multilingual singers bring an unparalleled diversity to their shows. Julia Kantor, originally from the Ukraine, lived and studied in France where she discovered in French music a soul connection that still imbues her every performance. She entrances from the stage with a sultry voice and dynamic presence. Together with her husband, Jacob, a Russian-born singer/songwriter, they launched Paris Chansons. Max Cohen grew up in Morocco, where he was steeped in French music, particularly the songs of Enrico Macias. Cohen’s rich, velvety tone delivers beautifully nuanced renditions of his favorites, complete with a signature North African lilt.
Superb musicianship anchors the ensemble, effortlessly moving from jazzy improvisation to slow-burning balladry to blistering gypsy fervor. All seasoned pros, the musicians include Endre Balogh on violin, Adam Cohen on upright bass, Jacob Kantor on guitar, Jeff Lams on piano, and Sinclair Lott on drums. Paris Chansons takes you on a musical journey without having to leave your seat. They always deliver a spectacular celebration of French and international music.
Get a taste of the show here:
Join EuroCircle and the Geographical Society of Philadelphia for our latest joint event, Travel Junkies! Spend an evening with fellow Philly-explorers while enjoying an extended Happy Hour at Brick and Mortar. Share your stories and share your pics in this “open mic” slide night. The topic? “Running Wild”! Bring 5-7 of your own pics on a thumb drive, loosely related to “running”,”wild”, or “animal”, then take the mic and tell us your travel story. We’ll buy you a drink! It’ll be fast-paced, friendly, and fun!. (Be sure to email geosocphil@aol.com or call 610-649-5220 for more information if you’re interested in showing your pics.)
TICKETS: https://squareup.com/store/the-geographical-society-of-philadelphia/item/travel-junkies
$5 ticket.
Cash bar, Happy hour prices until 8pm
EuroCircle/HYVÄ Nordic Walk in Central Park –
HYVÄ Nordic Walking has introduced the activity to New York and has partnered with EuroCircle for an exclusive group walk.
They use a wireless audio system to provide real time teaching cues and a music soundtrack. You just need to bring along a set of earphones to plug into the receiver. They provide the Nordic Walking poles.
This event is limited to 10 people. If they sell out there will be a second walk on Sunday, October 16th at noon. Cost is $10 cash payable before the walk.
PLEASE LET ALEXANDRA KNOW ASAP IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND email: newyork (at) eurocircle (dot) com
Have you ever Nordic Walked or know of someone that does? You probably do as 12 million people from Scandinavia, Germany, Austria and the UK enjoy Nordic Walking as a fitness workout. Now you can enjoy this low impact, Finnish cardio activity outdoors in Central Park.
There is a brief warm up and instruction period followed by a relaxed pace on the Bridle paths around the reservoir. We will cover 3.6 km in 45 minutes while taking in the fall foliage. Nordic Walking achieves the same intensity as running but without the stress and high impact on joints. Join fellow expats for a ‘walk in the park’.
What to wear: Wear layers for the fall weather. Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers. Do not bring a handbag. A bag pack or belt bag is fine. Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can adjust your equipment. Hydrate (try to use bathroom facilities before the walk).
Instructor: Sonja Johansson
QUOTE from their website: “When done correctly, Nordic walking can burn up to 40 percent more calories than regular walking, reduce knee and joint stress, boost oxygen consumption (which, in turn, benefits the brain) and help realign the body after a day hunched at a desk. It can even appeal to the exercise-averse since it feels easier than other exercises that require equal effort, says Dr. Pam Roberts, a family physician who teaches Nordic walking as a health and wellness coach at The Summit Medical Fitness Center in Kalispell, Montana. “[Nordic walkers] are getting a higher level of fitness, but they’re not feeling the drudgery of it,” she says.
More than a hobby, the sport – which has a low risk for injury and can be done virtually anywhere that’s walkable, from shopping malls to city sidewalks – can be therapeutic for a wide range of health conditions, including fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and diabetic peripheral neuropathy, a condition in which people’s damaged nerves can make it difficult to sense the ground when walking. Poles change that, Roberts says.
Nordic walking can also relieve people with orthopedic issues. One of Roberts’ clients, Diana Dorris, for example, first tried the activity a few years ago after all but giving up on being able to walk comfortably again. The now 66-year-old in Kalispell, Montana, had undergone two hip replacements and used canes to get around when she had to; otherwise, she called on others to help out. “I was bent over and really hobbling,” she says. Then, she attended Roberts’ seminar on Nordic walking, and her outlook changed.”
For additional details, visit their site www.hyvanordicwalking.com
info@hyvanordicwalking.com
502 709 WALK (9255)
Flamenco Andaluz presents “Dia de los Muertos”, a theatrical performance in celebration of the Mexican holiday. The presentation will take you on a journey through the history of rituals and urban legends with storytelling, flamenco singing, dance and guitar. Guests are invited to participate by bringing photos of their loved ones and placing them on the altar in the theatre.
*2 perfomances are offered: Saturday October 29th at 7:30pm and Sunday October 30th at 2:00pm.
*General admission ticket price is $25.
*Tickets can be purchased at http://
The FrenetiCore Dance Theatre is located at 5102 Navigation Blvd, Houston, Texas 77011.
EuroCircle member, Marisol Monasterio, will be our host for this event. Please message Marisol if you have any questions.
2 EuroCircle events will be created for both dates.
Hope you can attend
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Join us for our Annual European Masquerade Party!
No Cover when you say EuroCircle at the Door!
DJ Chris Bachman will be spinning tunes for us throughout the night!
Dress Code:
Masquerade Mask or Costume, Optional and Not Required
Great drink specials and food available for purchase.
Look forward to seeing you all on October 27th!
Your Hosts:
Michelle Rivera, Puerto Rico
Diana Cristea, Romania
Henry Picado, Italy and Costa Rica
Pasquale Maio, Italy – New York Italians
Jelene Ignjic, Serbia
Alexandra and the EuroCircle NY Team
EuroCircle New York Page (previous events and event photos)
EuroCircle New York Facebook Group
Find Members in New York City – login and connect with others! And don’t forget to upload your photo.
We love to feature entrepreneurial Europeans to the other Europeans and everyone else who shares our love for Europe, its culture and people. Chicago is one of the hubs that has a lot of Europeans.
However, you don’t meet so many Lithuanians – we were thrilled to learn about Vaiva’s business.
Who are you?
My name is Vaiva Grama ,I’m originally from Lithuania and I came to Chicago in 2002 .
What is the name of your business?
Heels And Kitchen
What type of business is that – a cool name?
It’s a Traveling Oyster Bar
What’s the reason for starting?
Well, I always enjoyed cooking from a young age and always looked for interesting ideas to cook and entertain people. I love oysters and most seafood so I thought who doesn’t like fresh oysters and champagne?!! It’s perfect for any occasion from a wedding cocktail hour to a birthday party or any other special occasion you might have or simply just to enjoy fresh oysters.
We also offer a few menus to choose from and we can decorate to suit your theme.
I didn’t want just to be another catering business who brings food and leaves, so we offer the whole experience from discussing the various kinds of oysters and best ways to eat them to having our Oyster Girls mingle around your party while shucking and serving your guest right on The spot. We also offer wonderful entertainment , including our most popular entertainer Noelle. She is an amazing violin player who can make your cocktail hour come to life! Noelle has worked with Jenifer Lopez, Andre Bocelli, Mark Anthony and many other celebrities.
It’s NOT your traditional catering , so if you are looking for something new and unique to wow your guests a Traveling Oyster bar is a way to go.
Where are you located?
We’ll travel anywhere in Chicago and surrounding areas.
Who is your role mode?
I’m trying to be my own role model, and every day try to be better than I was yesterday …. at the end of the day I’m the one who has to live with myself and like myself.
To become our best selves, we first have to be our worst selves. So make your mistakes, and take them in stride; they’re just part of the road map leading to the person you always wished you could be.
How do you define success?
Success is looking back at your life when you are in your last moments and possessing a great amount of pride of your creations, accomplishments and legacy, while having little to no regrets about what you didn’t do and what opportunities you missed out on. if I can die feeling this way, I believe this is success.
What do you miss the most about living in Europe?
I think what I missed the most about living in Europe is a time spent with family and friends. I simply miss those days where I was just baking a bread with my grandma or I was just walking in Old Town with my dad. When you can’t see them anytime you really appreciate the times when you get to.
What is the biggest disappointment in humanity?
My biggest disappointment in humanity is that we find the time to drive an hour to the mall for new shoes or across the country for a wedding dress but seem not to find time to go visit our loved ones who lives near by. We change our priorities and forget a true meaning of life.
What do you want people to know?
I just want say to everyone out there who might be struggling, who might just moved to a new country and don’t have any friends or family or don’t speak the language, I want to say that no matter where life is taking you, try to always look deep inside of your heart and tell yourself I’M GONNA BE OK.
THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER,IT’S UP TO YOU TO FIND A PEARL.