BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New York City - ECPv6.8.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New York City X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New York City REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20251202T182743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T213003Z UID:1288-1776902400-1777161599@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:2026 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:The English-Speaking Union welcomes its members to NYC for the 2026 ESU Annual Conference. The conference\, under the theme “United by Language\, Inspired by Liberty.” The conference program will include the ESU 2026 Annual General Meeting\, social events such as receptions and meals\, breakout sessions\, panel discussions\, and local tours. We invite you to participate in the camaraderie and help us advance our programs that support teachers\, students\, and recent immigrants. \n\n\n\nHIGHLIGHTS \n\n\n\nRevolution in Old New York: Soldiers\, Spies & Statesmen of the American Revolution Walking Tour:Trace the footsteps of revolution through Manhattan’s past and present.Lunch on historic Stone Street or Fraunces TavernOne of New York City’s oldest surviving streets\, originally paved in 1658.andArt of the Gilded Age at The Met Museum Guided TourUncover the brilliance and forgotten voices of the Gilded Age at The Met. \n\n\n\nOur Conference venue will be at the ESU House\, 144 East 39th Street\, and the Shelbourne-Sonesta Hotel\, 303 Lexington Avenue\, New York\, NY 10016. We have a special hotel room at The Shelbourne Sonesta Hotel\, which will be available Thursday night through Saturday night. Hotel prices do not include taxes or additional fees\, and prices are valid through March 23\, 2026. We will have a special opportunity to see the USA finals for the International Public Speaking Competition. Space is limited\, first-come-first-served.Print Registration Form URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/2026-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/12/AGM-Header-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260303T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260303T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20260225T210422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T211100Z UID:1319-1772553600-1772560800@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:NYC Branch Shakespeare Competition DESCRIPTION:The New York City Branch’s top 10 high school performers will compete in the NYC Branch Finals at The Players\, an historic and iconic venue in the New York theater community. URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/nyc-branch-shakespeare-competition/ LOCATION:The Players\, 16 Gramercy Park S\, New York\, NY\, New York\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/02/IMG_1349-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260204T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260204T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20251202T183925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T190336Z UID:1290-1770226200-1770242400@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Showtime Shindig: Oedipus DESCRIPTION:Join Us for An Exciting Broadway Show! \n\n\n\nPurchase tickets by December 11\, 2025 \n\n\n\nOedipus \n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 4\, 2026 • 7:00 PM \n\n\n\nStudio 54 \n\n\n\n254 W 54th St\, New York\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nJoin us for a pre-show cocktail at Tanner Smith’s (204 W. 55th St) at 5:30PM \n\n\n\n*A discount will be automatically applied IF a minimum of two (2) tickets are purchased URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/showtime-shindig-oedipus/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/12/Showtime-Shindig-flyer-MamaMiaOedipus-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260113T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20251219T201513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T201638Z UID:1305-1768327200-1768330800@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Churchill and the Middle East DESCRIPTION:During World War I\, Britain made numerous and often contradictory promises in the Middle East—including the Sykes–Picot Agreement\, the Balfour Declaration\, commitments to Arab leaders\, and support for Wilson’s Fourteen Points—in an effort to secure allies. After the Ottoman Empire collapsed\, Britain faced the challenge of reconciling these conflicting obligations. Winston Churchill\, guided by T. E. Lawrence and Gertrude Bell\, led key meetings and decisions in 1921–22 that ultimately shaped the modern Middle East. \nThis is a virtual event\nThe event will begin at 6:00PM ET \n \n \n \n\n \n Register Here URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/virtual-event-churchill-and-the-middle-east/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/12/image-9-1-e1766175288275.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20251202T191959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T200024Z UID:1292-1765474200-1765483200@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:ESU NYC Branch Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyful evening filled with festive cheer. There will be holiday treats\, music\, and lots of fun to enjoy! URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/esu-nyc-branch-holiday-party/ LOCATION:ESU Headquarters\, 144 E. 39th St.\, New York\, New York\, 10016\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/12/Copy-of-ESU-Holiday-Party-2025-v4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20250904T191357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T231740Z UID:1276-1758369600-1758373200@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Professional Development with Dr. Catherine Loomis DESCRIPTION:With wit\, insight\, and passion\, Professor Loomis brings Shakespeare to life in ways that are both entertaining and inspiring. In this one-hour session\, she will share strategies for engaging your students and providing rich historical context through her presentation\, “Teenage Shakespeare.” This session will explore what life was like for teenagers in Shakespeare’s time\, as well as what the Bard himself experienced during his formative years. \n\n\n\nDate & Time: Saturday\, September 20 at 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm  ET \n\n\n\nLIVE via Zoom and in person at ESU National Headquarters \n\n\n\nThis session is ideal for high school English and drama educators\, especially those participating in the ESU National Shakespeare Competition. Participants can also earn Professional Development credits through the New York City Department of Education. \n\n\n\nIf you plan to be in the New York City area\, we’d be delighted to have you join us at ESU Headquarters to experience this session in person and meet Catherine Loomis after her presentation. To learn more or reserve your spot\, please email me at mliotta@esuus.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THE ONLINE SESSION HERE URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/professional-development-with-dr-catherine-loomis/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250714T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20241203T154536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T154537Z UID:1196-1751760000-1752537599@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:ESU 2025 Patron Tour: Nelson on Shore and at Sea: A Life of the British Admiral DESCRIPTION:The English-Speaking Union In Partnership with Sea Cloud Cruises Presents2025 National Patron Tour Nelson on Shore and at Sea: A Life of the British AdmiralWith Author and Lecturer Flora FraserJuly 6-14\, 2025Naples to MaltaSet sail on an extraordinary journey through history aboard the magnificent Sea Cloud Spirit\, retracing the footsteps of one of Britain’s greatest naval heroes\, Admiral Horatio Nelson. This exclusive voyage\, co-hosted by the English-Speaking Union and Sea Cloud Cruises\, offers a unique blend of luxury\, adventure\, and intellectual stimulation.By day\, explore picturesque ports and historic sites central to Nelson’s career and private life. By night\, dine under the stars and engage in stimulating conversation with fellow history and adventure enthusiasts.Tour Highlights•Sail from Naples to Malta on board Sea Cloud Spirit\, ranked among the best luxury passenger ships in the world.•This three-mast windjammer’s 28 sails are hoisted by hand for authentic sailing experience.• Enjoy lectures by renowned biographer Flora Fraser• Visit key locations in Nelson’s Mediterranean campaigns• Visit the ports of Naples\, Capri\, Trapani\, Palermo\, Naxos\, Syracuse\, and Valletta\, Malta• Experience the thrill of sailing on a tall ship in Nelson’s wake• Indulge in luxurious accommodations and gourmet cuisineAbout ESU Patron ToursThe ESU National Patron Tours enhance our Patrons’ engagement with the ESU community through bespoke experiences of cultural enrichment\, educational exploration\, and unforgettable adventures. \n\n\n\nFor more information about the tour and how to sign up please contact Rossana Ivanova at rivanova@esuus.org\, (862) 224-4244. URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/esu-2025-patron-tour-nelson-on-shore-and-at-sea-a-life-of-the-british-admiral/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/12/seacloud-spirit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250315T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250315T235959 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20241126T173915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T173916Z UID:1187-1741996800-1742083199@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Save the Date: ESU 2025 Founder’s Award Gala Honoring Dr. E. Quinn Peeper DESCRIPTION:The English-Speaking UnionFounder’s Award Gala \n\n\n\nHonoringDr. E. Quinn PeeperESU National ChairmanHis Britannic Majesty’s Honorary Consul to Louisiana \n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 15\, 2025Winter Park Racquet ClubWinter Park\, Florida \n\n\n\n2025 Honoree: Dr. E. Quinn PeeperWe are pleased to announce Dr. E. Quinn Peeper will be honored with the ESU 2025 Founder’s Award. Dr. Peeper’s dedication to the ESU is exemplified by his progression from Local Board Member to New Orleans Branch President\, and ultimately to his roles as National Board Member President and National Chair. His steadfast commitment to advancing the ESU’s mission at local and national levels\, while cultivating international understanding and goodwill make him an exemplary choice for this honor. \n\n\n\nThe Founder’s Award: Recognizing ExcellenceEstablished in 1991\, the Founder’s Award honors individuals who exemplify the vision of Sir Evelyn Wrench\, the ESU’s founder. Recipients are recognized for their outstanding contributions to Anglo-American relations\, international friendship\, and the promotion of English as a tool for global communication. \n\n\n\nPast Founder’s Award Recipients 1991: The Right Honorable Margaret Thatcher\, OM\, FRS\, MP 1995: Hon. J. Sinclair Armstrong\, OBE 2009: William R. Miller\, CBE\, KSt.J. 2015: Hon. Edwina Sandys\, MBE & Dr. Paul Beresford-Hill\, CBE\, KSt.J. 2017: Dr. Andrew Romay & Marie Dora “Doe” Thornburg\, OBE 2019: Robert P. Morse (posthumously) 2020: Dr. Laurence Morse\, ESU Luard alumnus \n\n\n\nFor more information: Rossana Ivanova (862) 224-4244\, rivanova@esuus.org URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/2025-founders-award-gala/ LOCATION:Winter Park Racquet Club\, 2111 Via Tuscany\, Winter Park\, Florida\, 32789\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/11/esu_founders-award-gala_graphic_FNL_web-1536x864-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250225T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20250220T184351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T184353Z UID:1242-1740497400-1740506400@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:New York City Branch Shakespeare Finals DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, February 25\, for the ESU New York City Branch Shakespeare Finals at The Players\, an historic theater landmark in the heart of Gramercy Park! From 3:30 to 6:00 PM\, 10 talented high school finalists from across NYC will take the stage in this iconic venue\, competing for a chance to represent NYC at the ESU National Shakespeare Competition Finals at Lincoln Center on April 28. \n\n\n\nCome cheer on these amazing young performers as they bring Shakespeare’s words to life in this incredible setting! URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/new-york-city-branch-shakespeare-finals/ LOCATION:The Players\, 16 Gramercy Park S\, New York\, NY\, New York\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/02/The-Players.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250222T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250222T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20250115T161833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T211253Z UID:1219-1740223800-1740241800@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:ESU's Showtime Shindig DESCRIPTION:The ESU is hosting another Showtime Shindig which is part of the ESU Theatre Club.  We will be seeing Andrew Lloyd’s Sunset Boulevard starring Grammy-nominated singer and Laurence Olivier-Award winning actress Nicole Scherzinger. We will be attending the show on Saturday\, February 22nd at 2PM and having a light brunch before the show at the ESU’s Offices at 11:30AM. Hotel accommodations are available at the Shelburne-Sonesta Hotel at a special rate for ESU members. Use this link for reservations English Speaking Union – Shelburne Sonesta New York  URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/esus-showtime-shindig/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2025/01/sunset-blvd-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20240711T135253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T135253Z UID:1116-1722513600-1722513600@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Summer Luncheon DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/summer-luncheon/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/07/Romania-Luncheon-Invitation-resize-1.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20240517T163055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T163056Z UID:1001-1718204400-1718208000@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Happy Hour: The Great Siege of Malta and the Fate of Empires DESCRIPTION:Sixteenth century European historians will find this ESU Happy Hour fascinating and one of tremendous significance. The Great Siege of Malta\, a four-month battle from May 18 to September 11\, 1565\, is considered one of the most ferocious conflicts in military history. Rarely have the odds been so unequal and the stakes so high. \n\n\n\nIn 1565 Malta was the key to Europe. And during the summer of that year\, the future of Western Civilization was decided. The Ottoman Empire had extended its control over most of the Mediterranean. If the tiny island of Malta could be captured\, it could become the staging ground for the invasion of critical ports in Europe. \n\n\n\nIt was an epic struggle\, a remarkable tale of resolve and leadership\, of disunity in command\, and disunity among allies. Historically\, the Great Siege of Malta was one of the bloodiest and most fiercely contested battles of the sixteenth century. \n\n\n\nDr. Wayne Bowen\, Professor of History and Associate Dean for the College of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Florida\, draws us into this four-month siege on the island of Malta. This ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Central Florida Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required. URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/happy-hour-the-great-siege-of-malta-and-the-fate-of-empires/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Virtual Happy Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/05/june-12-24-hh-1536x804-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20240530T173856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T173858Z UID:1048-1717513200-1717516800@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting DESCRIPTION:ESU members are invited to Two Town Hall Meetings\n\n\n\nHosted by Executive Director Karen Karpowich\n\n\n\nJune 4\, 3:00 to 4:00 PM CT—SAVE THE DATEIntroducing the new Digital Membership Form and discussing the new rolling year membership for renewals and new members. Zoom meeting registration coming soon. URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/town-hall-meeting/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/05/town-hall.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T213506 CREATED:20240517T163600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T163605Z UID:1003-1716390000-1716393600@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Happy Hour: Discovering Faulkner’s American South in 1990s Pakistan with Dr. Saima Sherazi DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania Branch \n\n\n\nThe 1990s found agrarian societies in Pakistan undergoing profound transitions\, not unlike the American South in the first part of the twentieth century. William Faulkner’s “The Sound and the Fury” captures the stark confrontation between waning Southern aristocracy (the Compson family) and the ascendant middle class represented by the Snopes family. \n\n\n\nDr. Saima Sherazi will take us through the experience of coping with societal change\, especially when that change occurs in a setting with entrenched social hierarchies and gender roles. That setting could be rural Pakistan\, or the American South of the 1920s. In either place there is upheaval – urbanization and industrialization collide with traditional dynamics of gender and class.  Dr. Sherazi will share her experience of teaching Faulkner in an all-girls college in a still conservative Pakistan – far removed from the American South\, but nonetheless undergoing similar social upheavals. This ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Central PA Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required. All programs take place on Eastern Time. URL:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/event/happy-hour-discovering-faulkners-american-south-in-1990s-pakistan-with-dr-saima-sherazi/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Virtual Happy Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/newyork/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/05/may-22-hh-header.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR