Happy Hour: Jane Austen and You

February 11, 2026 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST After 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 […]

February Networking Reception

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!

$20

St. David’s Day Tea Party

The British Panty 8125 161st Ave. NE, Redmond, Washington, United States

Come celebrate St. David, the patron Saint of Wales, with an authentic British tea. This is a no-host event, but you must make reservations to secure a spot with our […]

$21.00 – $25.00

ESU Seattle Branch Shakespeare Competition

Women's University Club 1105 6th Avenue, Seattle, Washington, United States

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 […]

2026 ESU Annual Conference

ESU House 144 East 39th Street, New York, New York, United States

“United by Language, Inspired by Liberty” 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,” will […]