"Behind every great woman... is another great woman."

- Kate Hodges

Make the most of all the events on offer and keep up-to-date with last minute additions to our calendar by joining the IWC Belgrade Members Only Facebook Page and our brand new IWC Belgrade Whatsapp Community.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, to be in the know about spontaneous events, learn about offers from our business partners and hear about IWC activities. If you have an idea for an event, contact us any time, we always love to hear from our members!

IWC MAIN EVENTS

General Assembly

15.05.24 at 10:30 | Crowne Plaza Hotel | Vladimira Popovića 10

The year has gone quickly and it is May once again. That means it is time for our General Assembly and this year it will be held on May 15th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. From 10:30 to 12:00 the Board of Directors will present to you the annual report before enjoying coffee together. We will take important votes and so the presence of you, dear members, is urgently needed.

Please make a note of the date in advance and consider to whom you will transfer your voting rights in case you are unable to attend on that day.

You will receive all information on the agenda of the General Assembly, the voting, and the elections of the Board of Directors as well as the link to register for the event in a separate newsletter in the coming days.

Date: Wednesday May 15th at 10:30 
Location: Crown Plaza Hotel, Vladimira Popovića 10
Fee: Free

 

Etno Mreža Diplomatic Visit in Šid

10.05.24 from 11:00 to 15:30 (08:30 to approximately 17:00 with transportation) | Šid 

IWC Members are cordially invited to participate in The Ethno Network (Etno Mreža) diplomatic visit to the Whitework & Ruthenian embroidery artisans colony in Šid on Friday May 10th. This is the inaugural colony of this type for this town and so is quite an exciting event!

Agenda

• 10:45 to 11:00 - Arrival of guests to the Ruthenian Palace 20.oktobra bb 1.15min from Belgrade (110km)
• 11:00 to 11:30 - Tour of the whitework Colony Presenting unique potentials of Šid municipality, Touring the sales exhibition of authentic local products, Exchange with artisans and family photo
• 11:30 to 12:00 - Media statements: cultural tourism in Srem Zoran Semenovic Mayor of Šid & Giles Norman, Canadian Ambassador
• 12:00 to 12:15 - Ride to the family house of the Šid modernist painter, Sava Sumanovic
• 12:15 to 13:00 - Visit to the family house of Sava Sumanovic Guided tour of the exhibition, Presentation of the naive painter Ilija Basicevic Bosilj
• 13:00 to 13:30 - Visit to the church history museum Guided tour of the exhibition
• 13:30 to 13:45 - Ride to Erdevik winery Milin do 16, 20min ride
• 14:00 to 15:30 - Joint lunch in the local winery

WHY: Aiming to support economic empowerment of women by preserving the country's cultural heritage and promoting its touristic potential, Ethno Network under the auspices of the Canadian Embassy organises colonies as a masterclass program of old crafts across Serbia. Ethno Network, together with NALED and the diplomatic and donor community in Serbia, has organised more than 20 colonies in 8 cities across Serbia since 2016. 

The colonies extend a unique opportunity for crafters to network with their fellow artisans and grow their skills in old crafts by taking part in a specialised four-day program. Each colony includes a diplomatic day for national and international officials and media to visit and support the crafters and explore some of the unique historical and cultural sights and gastronomy of the area. 

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Friday May 3rd

Date: Friday May 10th from 11:00 to 15:30 (08:30 to approximately 17:00 with transportation)
Location: Šid
Fee: Free - Personal expenses only. Transportation, lunch and drinks will be provided by Etno Mreža

 

Etno Mrež​​​​​​​a Diplomatic Visit in Kučevo

29.05.24 from 11:00 to 15:00 (08:30 to approximately 17:00 with transportation) | Kučevo 

IWC Members are cordially invited to participate in The Ethno Network (Etno Mreža) diplomatic visit to the colony in Kučevo on Wednesday May 29th.

Agenda:

• 10:15 to 10:30 - Arrival of guests to the municipal hall in Kucevo, Veljka Dugosevica, Square 30 2.15min from Belgrade (145km)
• 10:30 to 11:00 - Reception with the Mayor Presenting unique potentials of Kucevo municipality, Vlach folk traditions, stilt dancing
• 11:00 to 11:30 - Tour of the colony Exchange with artisans, visiting a sales exhibition, family photo
• 11:30 to 12:00 - Media statements: Cultural heritage as a pillar of local development Marko Krstic, Director of Ethnographic museum in Belgrade, Svetoslav Atanasov, General Manager of CCHBC, Dr Ivan Rajicic, Kucevo Mayor
• 12:00 to 12:30 - Ride to Ravnište 20min ride, route Kucevo - Kucajno - Ravniste
• 12:30 to 13:00 - Visiting Ravnistarka cave Guided tour of the cave
• 13:00 to 13:30 - Ride to Suva reka 20min ride, route Ravniste - Kucevo - Neresnica - Kiselavoda (Suva reka)
• 13:30 to 14:00 - Gold washing in the Bukovska river Demonstration of panning and helping quests find their rock of gold
• 14:00 to 15:30 - Joint lunch in the restaurant “Suva reka”

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Wednesday May 22nd

Date: Wednesday May 29th from 10:30 to 15:30
Location: Kučevo
Fee: Free - Personal expenses only. Transportation, lunch and drinks will be provided by Etno Mrež​​​​​​​a

 

Pro Health Facial Clinic

13.05.24 at 10:30 | ProHealth (Skyline) | Kneza Miloša street 88A, lamella - D

ProHealth, a health clinic in Skyline Belgrade, is excited to announce their upcoming IWC Beauty event featuring their beauty expert, and fellow IWC member, Dr Milica (DMD, PhD, EMBA). Join us as she discusses her Health and Glam beauty concept.

Also with their Top nutrition expert Dr Dajana and WSB representative (leading professional cosmetics distributor). Taking care of our beauty involves maintaining both our inner and outer selves in order to preserve our youthful looks and age gracefully. With countless skincare brands and never-ending advertisements on social media platforms, it can be challenging to determine which products are the best for your skin care. That's why we are excited to chat with their expert on injectables, cosmetics and foods that will nourish your skin, boost its radiance, and provide all the care it deserves.

IMPORTANT

• Limited to 15 IWC members and their guests

CLICK HERE to RSVP by Friday May 10th

Date: Monday May 13th at 10:30
Location: ProHealth (Skyline), Kneza Miloša street 88A, lamella - D
Fee: Free

 

Tour of Museum of Yogoslavia

 

ACTIVITY GROUPS

Check out the fabulous events our Activity Coordinators have organised below or stay up to date with the latest goings on by requesting to join each activity group in our brand new Whatsapp Community.

*CLICK HERE to see all ACTIVITIES Coming Up!*

• Book Club with Sabine Keiser - Meeting Tuesday May 21st to discuss "Morning and Evening" by Jon Fosse

• Creative Arts Group - Spring Plant Pot Making, Paint with Puppies and the Lipstick Lab - limited spaces so sign up now!

• Culture Club with Sonia Punin - Visit the National Museum on Wednesday May 8th

• Fashionistas with Jelena Isakov - IWC's first fashion show on Wednesday May 22nd with lots of special offers!

• Hiking Group with Izabela Bonte - New events coming soon!

• Opera Group with Sabine Keiser - See Simon Boccanegra on Sunday May 19th

• Pilates with Valerie Lane - Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, get in touch for more details

• SWAG with Katarina Silevski - New events coming soon!

• Walking Group - Meeting every Monday morning from 09:00 at Ada, start every week as you mean to go on!

 

CHARITY CORNER

SWAG

The SWAG team collected about 40 gifts for young teens. The donations were handed over on Thursay April 25th at the traditional Easter receptions at Beli Dvor. Children without parental care, children with difficulties in intellectual development and socially vulnerable children from homes, associations, and schools throughout Serbia had the opportunity to receive Easter gifts from Their Royal Highnesses.

Thank-you to all our dear members who participated in this charity project.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Secretary Wanted!

Rachel's term as IWC Secretary is coming to an end as she prepares for her next adventure and so the IWC Board needs a new volunteer to take her place. 

Learn new skills in a flexible and relaxed environment whilst contributing to the fabulous work of the IWC. As club secretary, you will get to know all the members, work and collaborate with the other volunteers on diverse and interesting projects for the IWC and have a hand in our lovely club’s growth. 

Sounds interesting? Send us an email at: office@iwc.rs to apply.

 

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