The English-Speaking Union welcomes its members to Kansas City, Missouri for the 2023 ESU Annual Conference. The conference, under the theme of "Blueprint for Growth: Unity of Purpose," will cover diverse and enriching approaches for organizational growth in the ESU's second century of programming. The conference program will include the ESU 2023 Annual General Meeting, […]
Sponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania Branch The 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 […]
ESU members are invited to Two Town Hall Meetings Hosted by Executive Director Karen Karpowich June 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. June 25, 12:00 to 1:00 PM CT—SAVE THE DATEESU […]
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. In […]
ESU members are invited to Two Town Hall Meetings Hosted by Executive Director Karen Karpowich June 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. June 25, 12:00 to 1:00 PM CT—SAVE THE DATEESU […]
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 our June members networking reception on Seattle's Eastside. As usual, there will be an open bar, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and lots of good conversation. RSVP by emailing us at seattle@esuus.org. You may also call us at (425) 954-5330. Once you have placed your reservation, you will receive address details and directions. Payment […]
The English-Speaking Union in partnership with Sea Cloud Cruises presents 2025 National Patron Tour Nelson on Shore and at Sea: A Life of the British Admiral with Author and Lecturer Flora Fraser, July 6-14, 2025, Naples to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud Spirit. Set sail on an extraordinary journey through history aboard the magnificent Sea Cloud […]
Join us for our July members networking reception on Seattle's Eastside. As usual, there will be an open bar, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and lots of good conversation. RSVP by emailing us at seattle@esuus.org. You may also call us at (425) 954-5330. Once you have placed your reservation, you will receive address details and directions. Payment […]
All members of the ESU Seattle Branch and their friends are invited to join us for our annual Summer Garden Party at an elegant Seattle estate. Enjoy good company and a sumptuous summer buffet with a full bar in an elegant garden setting. Dress up in your festive summer attire and be prepared for a […]
June, 1940—In the past two months, Nazi Germany has conquered Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France. Great Britain stands alone against the formidable German war machine. Now, Germany decides to bring Britain to its knees. In order to do that, Goering’s Luftwaffe must win air superiority over the English Channel and Southeast England. The […]
