News & Events
 
 
February 2016

 

 

In this issue:
 
Editorial
Upcoming Events
Member News:
  
Fumblers Bridge Institute
Corporate Profile:
   English Comedy Brussels
Corporate Sponsors
  
& Member Benefits

The American Club of Brussels is one of the oldest American clubs
in Europe. An international club with an American heart,
it was founded in 1921 to foster Belgian-American relations.

www.americanclubbrussels.orginfo@americanclubbrussels.org

      

 

Editorial

 

Dear American Club Members and Friends,
 
Many thanks to the some 100 of you who attended our 95th Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance on January 23 at the Bozar. It was a superb evening: excellent cuisine, relaxed ambience, live music to dance to and a majestic locale. What more could one ask for? It was a fitting tribute to the 95 years that the American Club of Brussels has been bringing people together.
 
Our 95th anniversary celebrations will continue on May 20 when we host a “Grease Party” – designed for young and old. Mark the date in your agenda now and read the details in this issue of the newsletter.

In order to make registrations for Club events more efficient and to guarantee a first-come first-served service, we will only be taking online registrations as of this month. You will be provided a link for the sign-up at the end of each event announcement.
   
A gentle reminder that the annual dues for individual members for 2016 were due in January. All individual members have recently received an invoice and we hope that you will pay your dues promptly.
 
We look forward to meeting and greeting you at one of our future events.
 
Best Wishes,
Board of Governors
American Club of Brussels

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Upcoming Events

 

Final Friday Drinks
 
Friday, January 29 – 6:30-9:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Lunch Hour Social at Le Quartier Latin
 
Tuesday, February 2 – 12:30 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Guided Visit to the Belfius Art CollectionSOLD OUT
 
Saturday, February 6 – 2:45 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Super Bowl
 
Sunday, February 7 – 11:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Beer Bar Tour
 
Tuesday, February 9 – 6:30 p.m.
 
Event details

 

CCB/ACB/AWCB Reading Group
 
Wednesday, February 10 – 7:00-9:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Linguistic Café Session
 
Sunday, February 14 – 3:00-4:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

American Financial Forum
 
Thursday, February 18 – 6:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Irish Club Ball 2016
 
Saturday, February 20 – 7:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Art in the Metro
 
Sunday, February 21 – 1:45 p.m.
 
Event details

 

Final Friday Drinks
 
Friday, February 26 – 6:30-9:00 p.m.
 
Event details

Train World Museum
 
Sunday, March 6 – 2:00 p.m.
 
Event details

 

"Grease" Party
 
Friday, May 20 – 7:00 p.m. to midnight
 
Event details

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 Member News – Bridge

 

F.B.I. (Fumblers Bridge Institute)

A group of ACB members would like to restart an activity popular in the past, Fumblers Bridge Institute (FBI). This social bridge group is primarily for those who have not played recently and want to get back into the game. Or those who just wish to play with friends without the somewhat rigid rules of the organized bridge clubs.

We nibble, drink, chat and play. We even discuss the hands and use our own Cheat Sheet when frantic, all in good fun. If you take your bridge seriously and get mad when your partner trumps your trick, then we're not for you.

If you are interested in joining us one evening in a player's home (usually weekend evenings), or just want more information, give Lis Smith a call on 02/345.86.63 or 0476/34.13.10.

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Corporate Profile

 

English Comedy Brussels

It started as a one off-show in November 2011, with comedians passing the hat at the end of their performance. Now four years later, the English Comedy Nights have become very popular among internationals living in Brussels.
 
The shows usually take place every second Tuesday at The Black Sheep, just next to Place Flagey, one of the most animated areas of Brussels. The venue can host approximately 120 attendees, and the atmosphere is that of a comedy club, where you can share a laugh with friends while drinking a delicious GT or savoring your favorite burger.
 
The crowd is very international. Therefore the acts are chosen accordingly. Most of the actors are professionals from the UK or Irish circuit who are used to tour abroad, thus able to address crowds from varied backgrounds. However, you’ll also quite often see comedians from Australia, Canada, the US, Scandinavia… Xavier Rossey, the man behind the scenes, strives to select the best possible acts, and also discover new talents. He also now books acts for shows taking place in such diverse places as the French Riviera, Monaco, Amsterdam, Berlin, Sofia…
 
In February 2016, there will be no less than 5 shows taking place, because in addition to the Comedy Nights on the 2nd and the 16th, you’ll be able to see Paul Taylor on the 9th, and Ardal O’Hanlon on the 22nd and 23rd (these two shows are already completely sold out).
 
So if you want some time out, and crave for something more than the typical afterwork party, then the English Comedy Nights are for you. You’ll meet people from all over the world, attend a great show, and enjoy the best medicine in the world… laughter.

EnglishComedy Brussels
 

Shows from 8 p.m. @ TheBlack Sheep
Chausée de Boondael 8, 1050 Brussels

englishcomedybrussels@gmail.com

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Our Corporate Sponsors


 The American Club of Brussels is supported by the following companies:
 (Special ACB member benefits listed below company logo)
 

 

Sponsor of major ACB events

Sponsor of major ACB events

 One free initial
consultation
(1 hour)

 

 

 Sponsor of major ACB events

 

 

 

 

 

 

One free initial consultation
(½ hour)

Free account with no transaction charges

 

 10% discount for ACB members

 


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