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SUMMARY:Summer Garden Party
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nEnjoy 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 good time. \n\n\n\nRSVP required. Please mail your check made out to “ESU” to: \n\n\n\nFred KleinschmidtTreasurer\, ESU Seattle Branch2515 E. Roanoke St.Seattle\, WA  98112 \n\n\n\nFollowing receipt of your reservation\, you will be provided with the address of this year’s party. \n\n\n\nWelcome!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/summer-garden-party/
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour: The Battle of Britain
DESCRIPTION: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 Battle of Britain is about to begin. It is up to the outnumbered British Royal Air Force—”The Few”—to stop the Germans.Please join Seattle’s Museum of Flight volunteer Bob Fishman for an in-depth look at a turning point in history—how the RAF defeated the Luftwaffe and saved Britain and perhaps the world from Nazi domination—the aircraft\, the strategy\, and the tactics including the first use of radar & ground control to manage an air battle. This ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Seattle Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.Register HereAbout Bob FishmanBob Fishman has been a member of Seattle’s Museum of Flight and twelve years ago\, as a volunteer\, began giving tours of the Crew Compartment of the Full Fuselage Trainer. He also trained other volunteers. Bob has been an active member of the Museum Speakers’ Bureau\, giving talks on World War II\, aviation\, and space history.He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and subsequently earned Master’s and Doctoral degrees in mechanical engineering. After eight years on active duty as a Naval officer\, he had a 40-year career in the electric power generation business as an engineer\, project manager\, and executive. In 2023\, Bob returned to the U.S. Naval Academy as a Distinguished Visiting Professor in Engineering where he is teaching the next generation of Navy and Marine Corps leaders.Bob attended the National Test Pilot School in Mojave\, CA and is an instrument-rated private pilot with over 3\,200 hours in fifteen different aircraft models.Cocktail:Bob’s Favorite spirit:Glenlivet 12-year-old single malt\, served neat.Drinking whiskey “neat” means that it’s served at room temperature and without any mixers or anything that would dilute the serving\, like ice or water. In 1824\, a businessman named George Smith applied for one of the first licenses in the Speyside region of Scotland and opened the doors to The Glenlivet Distillery. Glenlivet\, translated from Gaelic\, means “valley of the smooth flowing one” and is most likely referencing the nearby River Livet. \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/happy-hour-the-battle-of-britain/
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SUMMARY:September Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the Seattle ESU Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a member home on the eastside of Seattle. Please email to RSVP and for address details and directions.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/september-networking-reception/
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SUMMARY:October Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU Seattle Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a member Seattle home. Email us to RSVP and for address and directions.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/october-networking-reception/
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SUMMARY:November Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU Seattle Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a member home in central Seattle. Email us to RSVP and for address details and directions.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/november-seattle-reception/
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SUMMARY:Exploring Shakespeare’s Women: A Professional Development Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU for an exclusive online professional development workshop live via Zoom from Shakespeare’s Globe in London. Explore four of Shakespeare’s most fascinating women—Juliet\, Lady Macbeth\, Beatrice\, and Hero—through an interactive session connecting critical writing with rehearsal-room practice. Gain fresh strategies for engaging students with themes of gender\, relationships\, and power in Shakespeare’s works. \n\n\n\nIdeal for secondary English and drama teachers\, especially those involved in the ESU National Shakespeare Competition. Participants may be eligible for Professional Development credit. \n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/shakespeare-women/
CATEGORIES:National,Online Events,Virtual Happy Hours
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SUMMARY:The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union to A Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley Hall
DESCRIPTION:The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the ESU to A Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley HallPrescot\, Merseyside L34 4AG EnglandNovember 20–23\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExecutive Plus/Deluxe Suite $2\,800 pp double occupancy\, $3\,900 pp single \n\n\n\n(Executive Suites at $2\,500 pp double / $3\,400 pp single are sold out) \n\n\n\nStep into the enchantment of the holiday season with an exclusive invitation from the Earl and Countess of Derby to spend a luxurious weekend at historic Knowsley Hall\, a magnificent estate nestled in the English countryside. \n\n\n\nKnowsley Hall has been in the ownership of the Stanley family for over 600 years. Set within 2\,500 acres of a private walled estate\, located near Liverpool\, the hall has been welcoming royalty and distinguished guests since 1495. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to secure your reservation contact Rossana Ivanova\, rivanova@esuus.org\, (862) 224-4244.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/knowsley-hall/
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SUMMARY:St Andrew's Day Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:This is a no-host event\, but you must make reservations to secure a spot with our group.  The cost of their Tea runs from $21 to $25. Please check out their web page for their menu. We must have a headcount one week in advance. Come early or stay late and check out the Three Lions Pub next door and  their lovely gift shop and bakery. Stock up on British Christmas items! \n\n\n\nSince it’s St. Andrew’s Day\, feel free to wear a kilt or anything tartan!  \n\n\n\nPlease email Julie Pheasant-Albright\, jdpheasant@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Once again\, we need to know one week in advance if you’re going to join us\, as seating is limited.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/st-andrews-day-british-pantr/
LOCATION:The British Panty\, 8125 161st Ave. NE\, Redmond\, Washington\, 98052\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T140000
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour: A Brief History of Toys for Tots
DESCRIPTION:From its humble beginnings in 1947\, the wife of a Marine Reserve Major wanted to donate dolls to a charity that would distribute the toys to children in need. Sheconvinced her husband to create one. He looked to fellow Marine reservists to get the job done. The project was a huge success and was officially adopted by the Marine Corps in 1948 and went nationwide almost immediately. \n\n\n\nToday\, Toys for Tots is recognized as an official activity of the Marine Corps and part of the official mission of the Marine Corps Reserve. For the past 77 years\, the Toys for Tots program along with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve have led a campaign to collect new and unwrapped toys\, providing millions of gifts annually to underprivileged children during the holiday season. \n\n\n\nToday’s Happy Hour guest speaker is Major Gunnar Spafford\, USMC (Ret.) who is the Deputy Vice President of Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. The Foundation has supported Toys for Tots since 1991. Major Spafford will describe the history of Toys for Tots and how it has become a worldwide program. The Major will also explain the goals of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. \n\n\n\nThis ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Sandhills Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link. \n\n\n\nAbout Major Gunnar Spafford\, USMC (Ret.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMajor Spafford joined the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation in August 2023 as the Deputy Vice President of Business Development working within the Marketing & Development department. Major Spafford served in the United States Marine Corps as both an enlisted infantryman and a military police officer before being competitively selected for the Marine Enlisted Commissioning Education Program to receive education and training to become a Marine Corps Officer. \n\n\n\nAs a Military Policeman\, he served in multiple billets to include Assistant Special Operations Chief\, Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of a weapons storage facility\, Watch Command\, Patrol Supervisor\, Special Reaction Team (SRT)\, and SRT sniper. As an officer\, Major Spafford served as Deputy Provost Marshal\, Executive Officer\, Operations Officer\, and Senior Operations Officer before fulfilling his final role as a Manpower Program Manager for Headquarters Marine Corps\, Manpower & Reserve Affairs. \n\n\n\nAfter 25 total years of service\, Gunnar retired from the Marine Corps and continued as a strategic and innovative Project Management Professional with a diverse background in program leadership and process improvements\, most recently working as the Deputy Director for Manpower & Personnel for the Assistant Secretary of the Navy Manpower and Reserve Affairs. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/toys-for-tots/
LOCATION:https://www.esuus.org/event/hhdecember25/
CATEGORIES:National,Online Events,Virtual Happy Hours
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SUMMARY:"A Sherlock Carol"
DESCRIPTION:“A Sherlock Carol” by Mark Shanahan \n\n\n\nThe world-famous miser is dead\, to begin with… and Sherlock Holmes is seeing ghosts. Retired after Moriarty’s death\, Holmes is pulled back into action because of a missing gem\, strange visions\, and a ghostly visitor. With help from Scrooge and a host of other beloved characters\, Holmes unravels a twisty tale of Christmas carols and confections in this witty\, heartwarming\, and surprising mashup of Dickens and Doyle. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/sherlock-carol/
LOCATION:Taproot Theatre\, 204 N 85th St\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98103\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Sleeping Beauty and the Pea"
DESCRIPTION:Panto in Seattle: A British Holiday Tradition\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalling all Brits and Anglophiles! The holiday season is traditionally the season of pantomime in England. The Fremont Players are putting on the pantomime “Sleeping Beauty and the Pea” at the Sunset Hill Community Hall in Ballard every Saturday and Sunday between Dec. 13 and Jan. 4. There are two shows each Saturday and Sunday\, 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $25. \n\n\n\nWon’t you join us on Jan. 4 at 1:00 for this wonderful chance to see the best panto on this side of the pond! You can order the tickets online at the Sunset Hill Community Hall webpage\, sunsethillcommunity.org. We will not be getting a group discount and people need to order their own tickets individually. \n\n\n\nStreet parking available. \n\n\n\nAfterwards\, we might stroll down to Ristorante Picolinos on 65th and 32nd NW and enjoy some adult beverages and Italian food!  \n\n\n\nOrder your tickets soon before they sell out!  \n\n\n\n“Look out\, he’s behind you!”
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/fremont-players-panto/
LOCATION:Sunset Hill Community Hall\, 3003 NW 66th Street\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98117
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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. \n\n\n\nThis is a virtual eventThe event will begin at 6:00PM ET  (3:00PM PST)
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/virtual-event-churchill-and-the-middle-east/
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour: The American Revolution: A Civil and a World War
DESCRIPTION:January 14\, 2026 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs the calendar turns to 2026\, The English-Speaking Union of the United States begins a year-long celebration of 250 years of American independence. Throughout the year\, ESU will feature several Happy Hours that give us an opportunity to pause and reflect on this historic milestone. \n\n\n\nThe American Revolution was a war unlike any other—one of ideas and ideals\, that shaped “the course of human events.” With 165 principal engagements from 1775-1783\, the Revolutionary War was the catalyst for American independence. The Revolutionary War was not just a civil war conflict between colonists who remained loyal to the Crown and those who sought independence from British rule. When other European powers like France and Spain officially entered the war\, it expanded into a global clash of empires—a veritable World War.Today’s Happy Hour guest speaker\, Dr. Henry (Phil) Williams III\, president of ESU’s Charlottesville\, VA Branch\, will describe the early beginnings of the war from 1775 through 1783. He will illustrate the eight-year conflict between Great Britain and its 13 North American colonies beginning with the Battles of Lexington and Concord and ending with the Treaty of Paris in 1783\, which formally recognized American independence.Williams will explain that the true history of the Revolution must not be taught just from an American-centric focus\, but also how England\, the Commonwealth\, and Europe viewed and\, in fact\, taught this period of history quite differently.Join us as the ESU launches a journey toward this landmark event as we  commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Charlottesville\, VA Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.About Dr. Henry (Phil) Williams IIIDr. Williams is originally from Michigan. He received degrees and diplomas from Culver Military Academy\, the University of Virginia\, the University of Edinburgh\, Scotland\, the University of Florence\, Italy\, and two Master’s and a Doctorate in International Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy\, Tufts University. He has lived in four foreign countries and has studied and worked professionally in four foreign languages: French\, Greek\, Italian\, and Turkish. Formerly a Wall Street and International Investment Banker\, he currently lectures on a variety of topics\, including American History\, Turkey\, and the Middle East. He has been featured on National Public Radio related to several of his interests\, has written many news commentary pieces on Turkey and the Middle East\, and has published scholarly articles on Ottoman and Turkish Law. He has been teaching a course at Koç University\, Istanbul\, Türkiye\, titled “Turkey and America\, East and West – Where the Twain Meet” since 2015. Dr. Williams is the President of the Charlottesville Branch of the English-Speaking Union and a past Virginia State President of the Sons of the American Revolution with which he is still active. He served on the board of the American Friends of Turkey for over twenty-three years. He is an avid sportsman with keen interests in equestrian pursuits\, racquet sports and swimming.  He also inherited a love of Antique and Classic cars and has been active in his local car club for many years. Marilyn Williams is his wife\, and they have two grown children\, Margaret and Phillip. What did a Revolutionary Period Happy Hour Look Like?The Founding Fathers drank a wide variety of alcoholic beverages\, including whiskey\, run\, ale\, beer\, cider\, wine (Madeira\, claret\, and champagne)\, and punch. Popular drinks often served at official functions included Madeira wine and various punches. Many of the founders had specific preferences; for example\, John Adams favored hard cider and Madeira\, while George Washington was a fan of whiskey and Madeira. Non-alcoholic drinks like cider\, small beer (a low-alcohol brew)\, and coffee were also commonly consumed for refreshment and social reasons.   \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/american-revolution/
CATEGORIES:National,Online Events,Virtual Happy Hours
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SUMMARY:A Salute to Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Valet parking compliments of Loveday Conquest.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that cell phones are not permitted in the Women’s University Club. Please set your device to vibrate\, You  may take calls in the phone booth near the entry. \n\n\n\nDress Code: Elegant and festive. Wear a kilt or a tartan if you have one. No sports attire. \n\n\n\nMusic: Neil Hubbard\, bagpipes; Jon Persson\, piano \n\n\n\nProgram: Burns Night Lite: “Ode to Haggis\,” ” The Selkirk Grace.”  \n\n\n\nSilent Auction  \n\n\n\nMenu:  \n\n\n\nPassed hors d’oeuvres: spinach and artichoke puffs\, rumaki \n\n\n\nHoliday salad : Greens with candied cranberries and pecans\, Blue cheese crumbles\, lemon vinaigrette. \n\n\n\nWarm rolls and butter  \n\n\n\nChoice of entree: \n\n\n\nGrilled flank steak with mushroom sauce  \n\n\n\nMashed potatoes  \n\n\n\nSeasonal vegetables  \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nBoursin-filled chicken with herb butter  \n\n\n\nRice pilaf  \n\n\n\nSeasonal vegetables  \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nVegetarian Napoleon with rice pilaf \n\n\n\nCake and coffee and tea  \n\n\n\nNo-host bar  \n\n\n\nCost: $95 \n\n\n\nSend your check made out to the ESU to Fred Kleinschmidt; please include your entree choice.  \n\n\n\n2515 East Roanoke Street  \n\n\n\nSeattle\, WA 98112 \n\n\n\nCut-off date: January 16 — No exceptions can be made.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/salute-to-scotland/
LOCATION:Women’s University Club\, 1105 6th Avenue\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98101-3011\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare in Song
DESCRIPTION:An Online Professional Development Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe ESU is excited to offer this exclusive professional development session\, presented live via Zoom from Shakespeare’s Globe in London. Shakespeare in Song will explore how Shakespeare used music to enhance mood\, develop character\, and support storytelling\, as well as how these techniques can be used to engage modern students.This workshop will be led by Dr. Emily Baines\, a professional musician\, lecturer\, and musical director who works with the Globe\, throughout Europe\, and specializes in historical woodwind instruments. Educators will be guided through the music of the plays\, from Elizabethan ballads to contemporary adaptations. Performing live on period instruments\, Dr. Baines will share practical strategies for integrating music into classroom instruction\, connecting Shakespeare’s world to modern musical composition.This special PD offering is made possible by support from the Frederick Loewe Foundation. \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/shakespeare-in-song/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour: Jane Austen and You
DESCRIPTION:February 11\, 2026 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST\n\n\n\nAfter 250 years\, why are Jane Austen’s novels still so popular?Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most famous writers in English literature. Her books are read by people all over the world and have been made into countless TV\, film\, theatre\, and radio adaptations. She is known for her sharp wit\, social commentary on the English Regency period\, and pioneering contributions to the development of the modern novel. Her works—such as Pride and Prejudice\, Sense and Sensibility\, Emma\, and Mansfield Park—blend romance with incisive critiques of class\, gender roles\, and the expectations placed on women in 18th- and early 19th-century society. \n\n\n\nAusten’s writing is celebrated for its elegant prose\, memorable characters\, and subtle irony. Though she gained limited fame during her lifetime\, she is now regarded as one of the most important and beloved authors in English literature.Jane Austen’s reputation has reached legendary status in the modern world. Her works have achieved remarkable global recognition\, evidenced by their translation into more than 40 languages. The Jane Austen Society has branches worldwide including The Jane Austen Society of North America which has over 5\,000 members in 83 Regions. Followers of Jane Austen on social media and local clubs total well over 100\,000.Last year marked the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth.  To understand why she is still regarded with such affection by fans the world over\, our ESU Happy Hour guest speaker\, John King\, will discuss her family\, her times\, where to start (or return to) her works\, and how to get the most reward from reading her novels. Whether you read Austen often\, or never\, you will enjoy engaging with a writer whose novels have delighted men and women in every corner of the globe for over two centuries. \n\n\n\nThis ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Atlanta Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.About John KingJohn is a current member of the Georgia Region of the Jane Austen Society of North America and a longtime volunteer for many Atlanta civic and nonprofit organizations including past member of the Board of Directors of the Atlanta Opera\, counselor for Boy Scouts of America\, past Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Historic Oakland Foundation\, and past Chair of the Program Committee of the Kiwanis Club of Atlanta. \n\n\n\nFor twenty years\, John worked in the sale and implementation of Information Technology solutions\, primarily Enterprise Resource Planning systems. In 2011 he began providing consulting and training to IT sales teams. He has delivered these services on five continents\, to clients that include SAP\, Oracle\, Google\, and IBM. \n\n\n\nHe earned a BBA degree in Marketing from Georgia State University in 1991 and a Master’s degree in Management of Technology from Georgia Tech in 1997. His interests include sailing\, watercolor\, horology\, math\, astronomy\, history\, and English literature. \n\n\n\nCocktailRegency MocktailInspired by the 19th-century punch tradition with modern non-alcoholic ingredientsIngredients:1 oz brewed black tea (strong\, cooled; Earl Grey or Assam are ideal)1 oz pomegranate juice (or non-alcoholic red wine for a richer base)½ oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed)½ oz demerara or simple syrup (to taste)Dash of grated nutmegOptional: orange blossom water (1–2 drops for a floral Regency flair)Garnish: lemon or orange wheel\, optional herbs like mint or thyme
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/happy-hour-jane-austen/
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T190000
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SUMMARY:February Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU Seattle Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a member home. See your newsletter for details of email seattle@esuus.org for more information — welcome!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/save-the-date-february-networking-reception/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
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SUMMARY:St. David's Day Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate St. David\, the patron Saint of Wales\, with an authentic British tea. \n\n\n\nThis is a no-host event\, but you must make reservations to secure a spot with our group.  The cost of their Tea runs from $21 to $25. Please check out their web page for their menu. We must have a headcount one week in advance. Come early or stay late and check out the Three Lions Pub next door and  their lovely gift shop and bakery. \n\n\n\nPlease email Julie Pheasant-Albright\, jdpheasant@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Once again\, we need to know one week in advance if you’re going to join us\, as seating is limited.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/st-davids-day-tea-party/
LOCATION:The British Panty\, 8125 161st Ave. NE\, Redmond\, Washington\, 98052\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
CREATED:20260105T030052Z
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SUMMARY:ESU Seattle Branch Shakespeare Competition
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Shakespeare’s sonnets and monologues performed by local high-school students. Free event with complimentary intermission refreshments and parking. Afterwards\, members and guests 21 and older are invited to the Elephant and Castle\, 1415 Fifth Avenue\, for a no-host classic British pub experience.
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/seattle-branch-shakespeare-competition/
LOCATION:Women’s University Club\, 1105 6th Avenue\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98101-3011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
CREATED:20260209T045301Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour ESU Mongolia: How English Was Introduced in an East Asian Country
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the ESU Mongolia and Central Pennsylvania BranchesThe English-Speaking Union is a worldwide nonprofit education-based organization spanning the globe with international branches in 66 countries from Albania to Yemen.All ESUs worldwide are connected through the ESU International Council. The President of the ESU International Council is Professor Bolormaa also known as Bella from Mongolia. This ESU Happy Hour is honored to welcome Bella to present the history of how the English language was first introduced into the East Asian country of Mongolia and its impact on the country. While the official language is Mongolian\, English is taught as a second language in schools and is spoken by a growing percentage of the population. Bella will also tell us the fascinating story of when and how the ESU Mongolia Branch was launched.We invite you to be a part of this special ESU Happy Hour to learn about ESU’s connections and influence worldwide with a focus on the ESU Mongolia Branch. ESU members and Friends of ESU from international branches around the globe will be joining this Happy Hour.This ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the ESU Mongolia and Central Pennsylvania Branches. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link. Register HereAbout Prof. Bolormaa “Bella”Bella was the first ESU National winner of the 1st Public Speaking Competition in Mongolia and four-time National & International Debate Champion. She is an acclaimed coach\, mentor\, professor of economics\, and founder of Dayan Academy\, and Nest Center for Journalism Innovation & Development in Mongolia. Bella has a broad range of expertise across finance\, banking\, aviation\, and telecommunications industries. She is the President of the ESU International Council\, and the Chairperson of the ESU Mongolia Branch. She has a PhD and MA in Economics from the University of Minnesota and an MBA and BBA in finance from the National University of Mongolia.Happy Hour Cocktail:The most popular and iconic alcoholic beverage in Mongolia is not a Western-style cocktail\, but Airag (or Kumis)\, a lightly alcoholic\, tangy\, fermented mare’s milk drink\, symbolizing hospitality and deeply embedded in nomadic culture\, especially during summer festivals like Naadam. While other drinks like vodka and milk tea (Suutei Tsai) are common\, Airag is the quintessential national drink.Ingredients: Mare’s milk\, fermented with natural yeasts and bacteria\, sometimes mixed with previous year’s ferment.Flavor: Sour\, tangy\, with a yogurt-like taste.Alcohol Content: Low\, typically 2-3%.Cultural Significance: A symbol of hospitality\, unity\, and refreshment\, consumed in large quantities during summer. How it’s Made (Traditional Method):Fresh mare’s milk is collected and poured into a leather sack (khökhüür) or wooden barrel.The mixture ferments over time\, often stirred with a wooden paddle (buluur).It’s ready for consumption during the summer months (mid-June to mid-September). 
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/happy-hour-esu-mongolia/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Happy Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
CREATED:20260302T034759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T040251Z
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SUMMARY:March Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU Seattle Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a Seattle member home. See your newsletter for details of email seattle@esuus.org for more information — welcome!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/march-networking-reception/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
CREATED:20260302T151210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T151830Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour: Churchill’s D-Day
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 • 4:00 PM ET. Sponsored by ESU Central PA Branch. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOperation Overlord was the code name for the Allied invasion of Nazi-occupied Western Europe during World War II\, launched on June 6\, 1944 (D-Day). It was the largest amphibious invasion in history\, involving 160\,000 troops landing across five Normandy beaches. Winston Churchill\, while cautiously supportive\, initially held reservations about potential heavy losses but ultimately ensured its success as a key strategic architect. \n\n\n\nAllen Packwood\, Director of the Churchill Archives Centre\, will explore Churchill’s often neglected role in the planning and execution of Operation Overlord. He will use key documents from Churchill’s papers to tell the inside story. \n\n\n\nESU members and guests are invited to this Happy Hour which gives an in-depth look at this pivotal moment in history as allied forces opened a “Second Front” in Europe\, ultimately liberating France.This ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link. \n\n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\n\nAbout Allen Packwood OBE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs Director of the Churchill Archives Centre at Churchill College at the University of Cambridge since 2002\, Allen has dedicated his career to preserving and illuminating history. A qualified archivist and Fellow of the Royal Historical Society\, he oversees one of the world’s most significant collections of modern political\, diplomatic\, and scientific papers\, including those of Sir Winston Churchill and Baroness Thatcher.His expertise has taken him from curating exhibitions at the Library of Congress to organizing international conferences on the Cold War\, and from Bermuda to Hong Kong\, sharing Churchill’s life story and legacy.Packwood has a BA\, and MPhil (Cantab) and is a Fellow of Churchill College at the University of Cambridge. He was awarded an OBE for services to archives and scholarship in the 2016 Queen’s Birthday Honours. His latest book\, Churchill’s D-Day\, The Inside Story co-authored with General Lord Dannatt\, was published for the eightieth anniversary of Operation Overlord in June 2024. \n\n\n\nAs Director of the Churchill Archives Centre at Churchill College at the University of Cambridge since 2002\, Allen has dedicated his career to preserving and illuminating history. A qualified archivist and Fellow of the Royal Historical Society\, he oversees one of the world’s most significant collections of modern political\, diplomatic\, and scientific papers\, including those of Sir Winston Churchill and Baroness Thatcher.His expertise has taken him from curating exhibitions at the Library of Congress to organizing international conferences on the Cold War\, and from Bermuda to Hong Kong\, sharing Churchill’s life story and legacy.Packwood has a BA\, and MPhil (Cantab) and is a Fellow of Churchill College at the University of Cambridge. He was awarded an OBE for services to archives and scholarship in the 2016 Queen’s Birthday Honours. His latest book\, Churchill’s D-Day\, The Inside Story co-authored with General Lord Dannatt\, was published for the eightieth anniversary of Operation Overlord in June 2024. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCocktail: ManhattanIngredients Whiskey: 2 oz Rye or BourbonSweet Vermouth: 1 ozAngostura Bitters: 2 dashesGarnish: Maraschino cherry or lemon twistInstructions:Combine the whiskey\, sweet vermouth\, and bitters in a mixing glass filled with ice.Stir until well-chilled.Strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass.Garnish with a brandied cherry or a lemon twist.Like so many cocktails\, their origins and history are lost to the vagaries of time\, leading to intriguing theories\, one including the mother of Prime Minister Winston Churchill as its possible inventor.A widely shared story suggests that the cocktail dates to the 1870s\, and despite being named after the New York City borough\, there’s a connection to the United Kingdom. This story has it that one Dr. Iain Marshall came up with the classic Manhattan recipe while attending a party that was held at the Manhattan Club for Lady Randolph Churchill\, the mother-to-be of the not-yet-born Winston Churchill.Of course\, as most legends do\, this story has been called into question because there are indications that Churchill’s mother was in either France or England at this time. Some dispute this and believe that a bartender going by the name of ‘Black’ invented the cocktail at the famed Hoffman House in New York City
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/happy-hour-churchills-d-day/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Happy Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
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SUMMARY:April Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU Seattle Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a Seattle member home. See your newsletter for details of email seattle@esuus.org for more information — welcome!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/april-networking-reception/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
CREATED:20260325T215305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T215959Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour: Adelaide Robineau: Breaking the Porcelain Ceiling
DESCRIPTION:Adelaide Alsop Robineau\, (1865-1929) is considered one of America’s preeminent studio potters. She began her ceramics career as a china painter\, painting designs on porcelain blanks produced by other craftsmen. After moving to Syracuse with her husband in 1901\, Robineau started experimenting with making her own porcelain forms.She quickly became a master of the medium\, known for decorative techniques that included intricate excising and carving away of clay. Robineau developed an innovative approach to glazing her ceramics\, experimenting with\, and perfecting complex crystalline glazes in greens\, blues\, ivory\, and gold.In 1910\, Adelaide Robineau created The Scarab Vase\, a porcelain masterpiece that famously took 1\,000 hours of laborious hand-carving to complete. Garth Johnson\, the Everson Museum of Art’s Paul Phillips and Sharon Sullivan Curator of Ceramics will explain how Robineau sparked a revolution in ceramics\, and why she deserves to be seen as a feminist icon. This ESU Happy Hour is sponsored by the Syracuse Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.REGISTER HEREAbout Garth JohnsonWriter\, curator\, and educator\, Garth Johnson is the Paul Phillips and Sharon Sullivan Curator of Ceramics at the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse\, New York. Before arriving at the Everson\, Johnson served as the Curator of Ceramics at the Arizona State University Ceramics Research Center. Johnson has also exhibited his work and published his writing nationally and internationally\, including contributions to the recent books Funk published by Natsoulas Press and Funk You Too: Humor and Irreverence in Ceramic Sculpture published by the Museum of Arts and Design. Johnson is a self-described craft activist who explores the craft’s influence and relevance in the 21st century. His research interests range from 1960s and 70s artist-led movements in the field of ceramics to the intersection of clay\, video\, and performance.Cocktail Old PalThe Old Pal is a Prohibition-era cocktail\, a variation of the Negroni\, made with equal parts rye whiskey\, Campari\, and dry vermouth\, typically stirred and garnished with a lemon twist. It is known for being drier and spicier than its cousin\, the Boulevardier (which uses sweet vermouth)\, with the rye providing a peppery kick. Ingredients1 oz Rye Whiskey\, 1 oz Campari\, 1 oz Dry Vermouth\, and Lemon peel for garnish.Use French vermouth to celebrate Robineau’s French husband\, Samuel\, plus Campari to celebrate Robineau’s triumph at the 1911 World’s Fair in Turin\, Italy.Combine all three liquid ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir until well-chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass (with a large ice cube). Garnish with a lemon twist\, expressing the oils over the drink before dropping it in.  \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/happy-hour-adelaide-robineau-breaking-the-porcelain-ceiling/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
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SUMMARY:2026 ESU Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:“United by Language\, Inspired by Liberty” \n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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\,” 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\n\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to offer a curated lineup of cultural activities to enrich your conference experience. These opportunities are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nHIGHLIGHTS \n\n\n\nRevolution in Old New York: Soldiers\, Spies & Statesmen of the American Revolution Walking Tour \n\n\n\nTrace the footsteps of revolution through Manhattan’s past and present. \n\n\n\nLunch on historic Stone Street or Fraunces Tavern \n\n\n\nOne of New York City’s oldest surviving streets\, originally paved in 1658. \n\n\n\nArt of the Gilded Age at The Met Museum Guided Tour \n\n\n\nUncover the brilliance and forgotten voices of the Gilded Age at The Met. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will thank our National Patrons for their generous support at a special reception and lecture on Saturday\, April 25\, from 6 pm to 8 pm. A Conversation with Author Flora Fraser\, English writer of historical biographies & Doug Bradburn\, President & CEO of Mount Vernon\, “The Loyalist & The Patriot: A fight for freedom and our first civil war.” \n\n\n\nThe event will take place at The Players\, located at 16 Gramercy Park South\, New York. \n\n\n\n(Note: Must be a patron to attend.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Conference will be held at both 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 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. Please call 212-689-5200. Space is limited\, first-come-first-served. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience More This WeekendInvitation for 25th Anniversary of the ESU Historic Headquarters Gala\, Friday\, April 24thNational Shakespeare Competition\, Sunday\, April 26th– Monday\, 27th \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/2026-annual-conference/
LOCATION:ESU House\, 144 East 39th Street\, New York\, New York\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
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SUMMARY:2026 ESU National Shakespeare Competition Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The ESU National Shakespeare Competition returns to New York City for an unforgettable weekend of fun\, education\, and performance. From Saturday\, April 25 to Monday\, April 27\, students\, parents\, teachers\, and ESU members will gather for three exciting days in the Big Apple.Competition Weekend features a full lineup of activities\, including a New York City double-decker bus tour\, acting masterclasses led by theater professionals\, teacher professional development workshops\, and a Broadway performance. The weekend culminates on Monday\, April 27\, with the National Finals of the ESU National Shakespeare Competition at Lincoln Center’s Mitzi Newhouse Theater\, where the nation’s top student performers take the stage.Join us for a weekend that brings Shakespeare to life!Weekend package tickets go on sale soon!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/2026-esu-national-shakespeare-competition-weekend/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting – Seattle Branch
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2026 Annual General Meeting and May Reception of the Seattle Chapter of the ESU! \n\n\n\nThe reception will be held on Saturday\, May 9\, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM\, and the business meeting for the AGM is not expected to take more than 20 minutes of that time. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this would be an ideal opportunity to invite friends who are not yet members of the ESU to experience the conviviality of our organization. \n\n\n\nThe cost for this event is only $30 per person\, valet parking included. For this reception\, we will appreciate reservations and payment in advance\, so that we will be able to accurately predict the food and valet requirements. Please respond by Friday\, May 1\, at the latest\, and please send checks to our treasurer\, Fred Kleinschmidt\, at: 2516 E. Roanoke St / Seattle WA 98112-2245. Your check is your reservation! If you have any questions\, please call the ESU Seattle Branch at (425) 954-5330. \n\n\n\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive the full address for the event\, directions\, and other information. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSee you there!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/annual-general-meeting-seattle-branch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202601
CREATED:20260319T035852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T040052Z
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SUMMARY:June Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU Seattle Branch for heavy appetizers\, libations\, and good company at a Seattle member home. See your newsletter for details of email seattle@esuus.org for more information — welcome!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/seattle/event/june-networking-reception-2/
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