{"id":1433,"date":"2025-08-19T15:28:53","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T15:28:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esuus.org\/charlottesville-new\/?page_id=1433"},"modified":"2026-08-27T11:15:52","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T15:15:52","slug":"charlottesville-branch","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.esuus.org\/charlottesville\/","title":{"rendered":"Charlottesville Branch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The English-Speaking Union<\/span><\/h2>\n

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The English Speaking Union Expands minds, Strengthens friendships, Unlocks opportunities \u2013 through the use of the English language.  Our diverse educational programs highlight the broad base audience we serve\u2014students, educators, English-language learners, new immigrants, and members.         <\/strong>                                                                                                                                             <\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n \n
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Registration for this year\u2019s Fall Gala is open now!<\/span><\/h2>\n

The first event for the 2026-2027 year will be on 13 October.  Please see the President\u2019s email dated 8\/25\/2026 for instructions on sending payments. <\/h4>\n

For those that have received, membership renewal emails and have not yet renewed, please consider doing so soon.<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n
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Please see the Branch AGM and Garden Party Photo Page – New Posting<\/h2>\n

Branch Garden Party at Fox Run \u2013 7 June 2026<\/a> (Link)<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Please see the National Shakespeare Competition Photo Page – New Posting<\/h2>\n

  National Shakespeare Competition \u2013 NYC \u2013 25 to 27 April 2026 <\/a>(Link)<\/h3>\n

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Please see the national Annual General Meeting – NYC – Photo Page – New Posting<\/h2>\n

National Annual General Meeting \u2013 NYC \u2013 24 to 25 April \u2013 2026<\/a> (Link)<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Recording of President Phil’s National Happy Hour Presentation – Older Posting but Must Watch<\/h2>\n

In case you missed it, this approximately 1-hour presentation was made on 14 January 2026 when the Charlottesville Branch hosted the National Virtual Happy Hour for January.  Title of the presentation was “The American Revolution : A Civil and a World War.”  Enjoy!<\/h4>\n

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To see a page with links to photos and reporting for all past Charlottesville Branch events, please use this link:<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Happy Hour: Virginia\u2019s Role: From English Rights to American Constitutions with A. E. Dick Howard (National and Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>November 4 @ 5:00 pm<\/span> – 6:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

The Charlottesville Branch will again host the\u00a0Nation-wide ESU Happy\u00a0Hour Podcast. In this ongoing…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

The Story of Burgundy Wine at the Greencroft Club – Lunch (Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>November 8 @ 1:00 pm<\/span> – 3:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

You and your guests are cordially invited to a tasting of Burgundy wines, paired with hors d’o…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Branch Christmas Party<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>December 6 @ 2:00 pm<\/span> – 5:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

A Sunday afternoon Christmas Party Chez Kelly at The Glenmore House. A\u00a0tax-deductible per person ch…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Happy Hour: The Surprising History of Santa and Christmas Traditions in America (National Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>December 9 @ 5:00 pm<\/span> – 6:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

Christmas in America has a much richer and stranger history than the cozy images we k…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Happy Hour: Murder and the Manor House (National and Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>January 6, 2027 @ 5:00 pm<\/span> – 6:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

January 6, 2027, 5 PM ET, Sponsored by the ESU Charlottesville, VA Branch Do you love a good mystery…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Burns Night at Glenmore Country Club (Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>January 21, 2027 @ 6:00 pm<\/span> – 9:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

Now an event with a track record to warm the cockles of old Rabbie\u2019s heart. Pipes, kilts or black …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Shakespeare Competition at Blackfriars Theatre in Staunton (Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>February 20, 2027 @ 9:30 am<\/span> – 1:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

Come and cheer the contestants on as they orate the incomparable words of the Bard. Refreshments are…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Happy Hour: Patrick Henry v. Thomas Jefferson – What is a Loyal Opposition? (National Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>March 3, 2027 @ 5:00 am<\/span> – 6:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

The Charlottesville Branch\u00a0will again host the\u00a0Nation-wide ESU Happy\u00a0Hour Podcast. The Branch is …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Mystery Movie Matinee (Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>March 4, 2027 @ 4:00 pm<\/span> – 7:00 pm<\/span> EST <\/span><\/span>

This will be at the Alamo Theater near Wegmans off Rt. 64. Easy parking. \u00a0In-seat dining. \u00a0Preside…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

TLAB Teacher’s Presentations (Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>March 20, 2027 @ 3:00 pm<\/span> – 5:00 pm<\/span> EDT <\/span><\/span>

The 2026 Teachers Learning Abroad (TLAB) recipients for both the Charlottesville and the Richmond ES…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Semi-Quincentennial Talk and Reception at President Monroe\u2019s\u00a0\u201cHighland\u201d (Branch Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>April 14, 2027 @ 4:00 pm<\/span> – 6:00 pm<\/span> EDT <\/span><\/span>

Highland Executive Director, Sara Bon-Harper, will present “Monroe: Soldier, Stateman, Preside…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

SAVE THE DATE: Annual General Meeting in NYC (National Event)<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>April 23, 2027 @ 8:00 am<\/span> – April 26, 2027 @ 5:00 pm<\/span> EDT <\/span><\/span>

More information about each meeting and pricing beyond the general fee posted on the pictured flyer …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>