Atlanta – Jun 6 2018

EuroCircle Summer Kick-off at Whisky Mistress

Please join us next week  on Wednesday (June 6th) for our monthly EuroCircle get-together and official Summer kick-off. We will once again meet at Whisky Mistress where we have enjoyed previous EuroCircle gatherings with great turnouts. As usual, we will meet in the main bar are but will also have access to the outside back patio.

Complimentary appetizers will be served and $5.00 valet parking is available. There will also be open mic night with their House band later that evening so should be fun as we had live music at our gatherings there in the past. More updates to follow but please feel free to invite all your international & like-minded friends so we can maximize the turnout.

Looking forward to seeing everyone next week!!!

Aly Modleski from Ukraine – Balancing Life as a Mom & Artist in Austin

EuroCircle is always looking for the local Europeans to feature at the website.  It is wonderful to hear different stories how people ended here under the sun in Texas. I noticed Aly at social media with her art and
got so curious I contacted her. I asked her to tell us about herself and her art.

Please introduce yourself?

My name is Alyona Modleski, and I’m from Kyiv (often known as Kiev), the capital of Ukraine. I’ve held many positions since obtaining my Masters in Banking and Finance.  I was employed within several banks, have worked for the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine, multiple Non-Government Organizations and as a United Nations office volunteer for humanitarian projects in civil rights, health, and youth rights.  Most recently, I was working at Daymon Worldwide, private brand marketing company.

My hobby and passion have always been art and painting. Since relocating to Austin in September 2015, painting has become my main occupation.

How did you get started in the art field?

My passion for art started from my family’s tradition of exploring Kyiv art fairs that would occur on Kyiv Day. Every year, on the last weekend of May, my parents, my younger brother and I would stroll along Andriyivskyy descent (Ukrainian Montparnasse) and all together we would select a small oil painting to purchase. Soon, every room of our family condo had a city landscape or a floral still-life work.

I started painting professionally six years ago, and oils have always been my main medium. 

I learned technical skills from contemporary Ukrainian artists and underwent training with the American artist Elizabeth Locke who taught me academic skills of centuries-old Dutch schooling.

What is art to you?

Art and specifically oil painting is a form of meditation to me. It’s a way of my self-expression and sharing my emotions and experiences with this world. When it is only me and the canvas, I can “let out” my inner self. The product of this meditation is always surprising, often even to me. I believe art to be the most authentic and natural way of communication with our minds, soul, and nature.

What is special about your art?

I paint mostly with the old-fashioned oils. This medium is a lot more “hassle” than with the so commonly used today acrylic paints. It requires more technical skills and much more time for the artwork to dry. Oil painting allows for a classically modest and at the same time bright and intense look.  The result of my work is a painting that has unique charm and style that I believe is only achieved through oils.

How do you define success?

Success is the feeling of satisfaction and a balance between our expectations, ambitions and actual achievements.

Did life in Austin effect you as an artist?

Oh yes, absolutely! Austin is a wonderful young city that has a fresh vibe. This culture and energy are very inspirational and refreshing to any artist. It gives me new themes and ideas to experiment with my painting. And Austinites are the most friendly and welcoming people I’ve ever met.

How do you maintain a work/life balance?

I don’t haha 😊… But I am trying hard to learn this skill! Four months ago I became a mom to a beautiful baby girl and since then every day is an unpredictable amazing adventure. I’m also a step-mom to two wonderful children and wife to a fabulous husband who helps make this all work and balances the impossible.

 

Do you do commissioned art?

Yes, I do. No job is too big or too small to consider, and I paint many types of subject matter. For anyone who would like to have a view of their home city in the office or are thinking of having a painting of their bridal bouquet in their living room, you are welcome to CONTACT ME HERE VIA EMAIL

I make paintings from a photo and create “freestyle” abstracts in a color palette that the client finds pleasing. We always discuss a theme, size, and style of the future painting with my clients beforehand.

CONTACT ALY

VIA EMAIL
Aly at Facebook

New York – June 30 2018

Join EuroCircle in the Hampton’s for a fun day of Polo and Cocktails!

This is a ticketed event and are limited!  BUY TICKETS HERE

Polo is back in the Hamptons! The Polo Match & Cocktail Party will be held in Bridgehampton, Saturday June 30, 2018, hosted by Rachel Zoe. The Match and Cocktail Party will take place between 4pm to 7pm. As guests enjoy the thrill of the polo match they will have access to an open bar paired with hors d’oeuvres and preferred seating. Only 400 tickets will be available so please purchase your tickets today! This event will sell out. Free parking. Rain or shine.

Hope to see you in the Hamptons!

Best,

Alexandra and the Eurocircle New York Team

New York – June 5 2018

Join us for our annual summer rooftop kick-off party at this brand new rooftop hotspot!

NO COVER with online RSVP by 5 pm on June 5 and saying “EuroCircle” at the door!
Attire: Summer Chic
If you show up in a summer color, you’ll look even more fabulous!

DJ Chris Bachmann will be spinning the hottest tunes for us throughout the night!
Let’s celebrate the beginning of summer at this great rooftop lounge! There will be great drink specials and a lite fare food menu available for purchase!

We look forward to seeing you on June 5th! Feel free to invite friends the more the merrier!

Best,

Ahmet Bodur, Turkey
Diana Cristea, Romania
Alexandra and the EuroCircle New York Team

Sitting above the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in the heart of Midtown, the High Bar offers the most spectacular views in New York City with 360-degree views of Manhattan and the Hudson. As you enjoy a signature cocktail from the unobstructed views of one of the lounges indoor tables our outside seating areas, High Bar is a perfect space for a pre-dinner theater cocktail, or a night on the town High Bar is a midtown destination not to be missed.

New York – July 21 2018

Join EuroCircle and Social Life Magazine on Saturday, July 21, 2018 for the 7th Annual St. Barth’s Hamptons 2018 Gala hosted by Christie Brinkley.

This is a ticketed event and must be purchased in advance.

Buy Tickets Here

Spend an unforgettable evening at the 7th annual St. Barth Hamptons gala in Bridgehampton, hosted by Christie Brinkley. Let us transport you to the ultimate luxury island destination. Dance the night away to the sounds of DJ lee Kalt in a beautiful white tent, set among lush emerald fields where modern elegance meets old world glamour. Indulge in gourmet tastings while glasses overflow with champagne. One night only. The pinnacle of every New Yorkers summer social calendar. The Hamptons most anticipated soirée. St. Barth Hamptons 2018.

Look forward to seeing everyone this summer in the Hamptons.

Best,

Alexandra and the EuroCircle New York Team

Houston – May 30 2018

Please join us for our May get together at Bar Victor (former Zimms location).
Parking lot is in back of the venue or on side streets. Special prices on select wines until 8pm.

Hope you see you on the 30th Shahla, Venere and Michelle!

Dallas – May 17 2018

Dallas monthly Networking and Happy Hour

SACC-Dallas would like to welcome all DALLAS EuroCircle members to their monthly Networking Happy Hour May 17th.

Austin EuroCircle has coordinated many of their events for years with the local super active SACC Austin.

This time they will meet at Public School 972, 14854 Montfort Dr, Dallas, TX 75254, USA.
There is no cost for the event, but please register so we can plan accordingly.   Register Now

-Drink and food specials

-Mix, mingle, and unwind

-Meet Members and contacts of The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Dallas

We will hangout, meet new people, network and enjoy the vibes. Feel free to bring colleagues and friends!

There is no cost for the event, but please register so we can plan accordingly.

Pay as you go

San Francisco – May 12 2018

EuroCircle Presents: Eurovision Song Contest 2018 Watch Party

Hosted by Varduhi and Marko Pellikka

Doors will open at 11am, the final will commence at noon!

This will be 3rd watching party after the last 2 great watch parties. People brought their own European Flags and hung them all over the windows.
The bar will have a simplified menu just for us. It will range from pizza to chicken appetizers (cash and credit card accepted)

I (marc) will not be hosting but we have a great hostess that will greet people and the owner Valon will be there as usual ensuring we have the best sound for our European Contestants.

Good luck!

The EC Team

Denver – May 12 2018

EuroCircle Get-Together at the Rhein Haus

Welcome to our next German influenced EuroCircle Event in the heart of Downtown Denver! The Rhein Haus offers great drinks and German Beers and has a selection of German Foods that we will be able to enjoy that night! We are looking forward to seeing you there starting at 7:30pm!

Chicago – May 15 2018

EuroCircle Presents: Spring Soiree at Petit Margeaux!
EC CHICAGO is BACK!

And we plan on being better than ever! Please join us Apres- work for as we kick of the Spring season in Chicago at the impossibly chic + elegant Waldorf Astoria courtyard!

This is an exclusive event just for us – cash bar will feature delicious summer cocktails, light bites and of course, the coolest international crowd in the city!

RSVP isrequired. Space is limited and we  a capacity crowd!

Keep in mind that proper attire is required at Waldorf Astoria.

We look forward to seeing you there

Any questions please email chicago (at) eurocircle.com

PS. Rain will not stop you so no worries. We have a backup space in case of rain!