If you happen to be in New York City on Saturday, February 22, 2025, ESU is hosting a Showtime Shindig! The ESU Theatre Club will see Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard starring Grammy-nominated singer and Laurence Olivier Award-winning actress Nicole Scherzinger. The group will have a light brunch before the show at the ESU Office […]
Sponsored by the ESU Richmond Branch.British historian, Sir Spencer Walpole, described King George IV (1762-1830) as “a bad son, a bad husband, a bad father, a bad subject, a bad monarch, and a bad friend.” The Duke of Wellington was more charitable of the king, “ was indeed the most extraordinary compound of talent, wit, buffoonery, […]
The English-Speaking Union Founder’s Award Gala Honoring Dr. E. Quinn Peeper ESU National Chairman His Britannic Majesty’s Honorary Consul to Louisiana Saturday, March 15, 2025 Winter Park Racquet Club Winter Park, Florida 2025 Honoree: Dr. E. Quinn PeeperWe are pleased to announce Dr. E. Quinn Peeper will be honored with the ESU 2025 Founder’s Award. […]
Sponsored by the ESU Sandhills Branch.Kris Millgate is an Emmy-Award winning multimedia journalist, bold storyteller, and certified Idaho Master Naturalist. She is a producer, writer, editor, and author of three books on her adventures. Kris will describe her amazing outdoor experiences from wildfires and water wars to tracking grizzlies and tagging trout. With a quarter-century […]
Save the date: Join the ESU Denver Branch for Friday Afternoon Club/Happy Hour at Darcy's Bistro & Pub.
The National Board is requesting your attendance at the Leadership Town Hall on Tuesday, April 15, at 1:00 PM EST via Zoom! During this session, we’ll discuss the development of a clear Branch Code of Conduct based on a recently approved National Board Code of Conduct aimed at fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and […]
Sponsored by the ESU Indianapolis Branch. Mark Twain (1835-1919) was an American humorist, journalist, lecturer, and novelist who gained international fame for his travel narratives and for his adventure stories of boyhood, especially The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. He is considered one of America’s best and most beloved writers. Susan […]
Mark your calendars! From Saturday, April 26 to Monday, April 28, 2025, NSC Branch Champions from across the country will gather in New York City for an unforgettable weekend of inspiration, learning, and performance. The weekend will culminate with the Final Competition at Juilliard’s Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse at Lincoln Center.Here’s what’s in store for our talented Branch Champions:A welcome […]
Sponsored by the ESU Charleston Branch.Queen Victoria (1819-1901) is one of the best loved monarchs. Her reign of 63 years and 216 days, which was longer than those of any of her predecessors, constituted the Victorian era. The British Empire reached its peak during her rule. Almost within touching distance of our own time, her story […]
Walter Elias Disney (1901-1966) was born in Chicago, IL. The Disney family moved to Kansas City in 1911 where nine-year old Walt delivered newspapers with his brother, Roy. Six years later, Walt attended classes at the Kansas City Art Institute. Founded in 1885, the Kansas City Art Institute is one of the oldest and most […]
Join us for tea including an assortment of savory tea sandwiches, miniature scones served with jam, homemade lemon curd and Devonshire Cream, Scottish shortbread, homemade petit fours, and French macarons. The Denver Branch is pleased to offer this event at a reduced price of $25/per person Prosecco, Mimosa, Bellini and other beverages available at additional […]
All ESU members and Friends of ESU are invited to a free online conversation with leading historians to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. This special event features renowned experts who will share unique insights and reflections on one of history’s most consequential global conflicts and its enduring impact. The distinguished panelists are […]
