The English-Speaking Union

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The English Speaking Union Expands minds, Strengthens friendships, Unlocks opportunities – through the use of the English language.  Our diverse educational programs highlight the broad base audience we serve—students, educators, English-language learners, new immigrants, and members.                                                                                                                                                      

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Register ASAP for Rachel Yonan Concert on Sunday November 9th

Please register by October 31st.  Cost is $35 per person.  

There is only room for 55 attendees, so please don’t delay!

Upcoming Branch and National Events

Happy Hour: The Lost Heirs: The Rise and Fall of the D’Oyly Carte Dynasty (National Event)

November 5 @ 4:00 pm5:00 pm EST

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 • 4:00 PM ETSponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania Branch The name …

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Branch Sunday Talk and Recital by World-Class Violist, Rachel Yonan, Titled “Music and Human Flourishing”

November 9 @ 3:00 pm6:00 pm EST
Greencroft Club
575 Rodes Drive
Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 United States

ESU Charlottesville members and Friends of ESU are cordially invited to an extraordinary afternoon o…

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Exploring Shakespeare’s Women: A Professional Development Workshop (National Event)

November 15 @ 11:00 am1:00 pm EST

Join the ESU for an exclusive online professional development workshop live via Zoom from Shakespear…

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The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union to A Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley Hall

November 20 @ 8:00 amNovember 23 @ 5:00 pm UTC+0

The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union toA Magical Holiday Weekend at Know…

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Branch Christmas Party

December 7 @ 1:30 pm5:30 pm EST

A Sunday afternoon Christmas Party at Chez Marijke Ford, from 1:30 to 5:30. A tax-deductible per pe…

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Happy Hour: A Brief History of Toys for Tots (National Event)

December 10 @ 5:00 pm6:00 pm EST

From its humble beginnings in 1947, the wife of a Marine Reserve Major wanted todonate dolls to…

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