Austin – Jan 30 2018

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EuroCircle’s 19th Anniversary Winter Drinks @ South Congress Hotel Library

The first event took place on Jan 11 1999 in NYC.  Join us to celebrate our 19th anniversary.

The Hotel will create specialty menus with some discounted features including beer, wine and a few specialty cocktails available throughout that duration of time.
Guests may purchase food on their own, if you’d like. In addition, the hotel will have its existing food menus available.

The Hotel will offer also complimentary valet parking for the 3 event hours, if the guests do stay beyond that a $15.00 per car fee will apply.

(They  will stanchion off a side of the bar that is closest to the Library to offer our guests direct access to order drinks.)

Austin – Dec 20 2017

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HOLIDAY MIXER @ W LIVING ROOM

Special thanks to Emma Hochman.

Mark your calendars!! Put on your party dress then come out and join us for a fabulous holiday celebration.  Spread the holiday cheer and meet new friends! The more the merrier we thought and so we invited the Austin Intercultural Network (AIN) to join us!

The start time will allow you to enjoy W Living Room extended happy hour prices for us until 7:30 pm – grab something to eat and enjoy their cocktails.

Shalini Komarla, Austin Intercultural Network

Adnan, Allison Emma & Kaisa, EuroCircle Austin team

PS. Parking tip – you can ask a waitress to validate your parking ticket up to 3 hours at W upon leaving ($9- provided the hotel has free spaces of course as they have a rather limited garage. There is a parking garage on Guadalupe and 3rd. There is city hall  parking garage one block away that is a huge garage and always has a lot of spots opened and is less expensive than the hotel.  Street parking is very affordable and usually available.

 

HAPPY HOUR MENU

SKEWERS: 3 per order

Chicken 9 (adobo lime marinade)
Beef 11  (orange glaze/benne seed/scallion)
Shrimp 12 (crispy tempura fried/ponzu)
Brussels Sprouts 9 (lime-polynesian glaze)

SHARED FOOD
Hand Cut Fries 7 (spicy mayo/ketchup
Loaded Fries 13 (beef brisket/queso/jalapeño crema)
Truffle Popcorn 8 (cheddar cheese/herbs/ fresh black pepper)
Warm Pretzel Sticks 7 (spicy beer mustard/queso)
House Bar Nuts 6

LARGE PLATES
Fish and Chips 24
Butcher Burger 16
Garden Salad 10

BEER 6

BUBBLES
Tiamo Prosecco 12/48
Mumm Napa Brut Prestige 17/68
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label 28/140
Krug Grand Cuvee Brut 300
Dom Pérignon Moët & Chandon 500
Ace of Spades Brut Gold 900
Cristal Brut Louis Roederer 420

ROSÉ
Antinori Scalabrone 14/56
M de Minuty 12/48
Gruet Sparkling Rosé 11 /44
Veuve Clicquot Rosé Champagne 250
Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne 950
Étoile Brut Rosé 90

WHITE
Pinot Gris, Folie à Deux 10/40
Chardonnay, Davis Bynum 13/52
Chardonnay, Maison l’Envoyé Bourgogne
18/72
Sauvignon Blanc, Echo Bay 14/56
Riesling, Eroica 15/60

RED
Pinot Noir, Rodney Strong 13/52
Malbec, Alamos Seleccion 12/48
Merlot, Wild Horse 15/60
Cabernet, Rodney Strong 17/68
Cabernet, Chateau Ste. Michelle 13/52
Malbec Blend, Don Miguel
Gascón ‘Colosal’ 18/72
Malbec, Red Schooner by Caymus 18/72

Austin – Dec 02 2017

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Welcome to Finland’s 100 Year Independence Day party!

This event is NOT organized by EuroCircle. It is organized by the ​”Suomi 100 Austin -työryhmä​”

Our private event begins December 2nd at 5 pm with hors d’oeuvres.
The celebration takes place on the second floor of The Oasis in the Lone Star Room with beautiful sunset views over Lake Travis from the Vista Grande balcony (weather permitting). An elevator to the second floor is available.
Buffet dinner begins at 6 pm. The dinner card costs $ 55 for adults and $ 25 for kids 2-12 years. This includes non-alcoholic drinks, but a cash bar is also available. If you have dietary restrictions, please email Petra, petra_doktar@hotmail.com.
Please reserve and pay for your tickets before November 15 IF possible:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/suomi-finland-100-juhla-celebration-tickets-37201880827
If you would like to pay with a check or need to pay later,  please email to find out how to take care of it. Email Tuulikki with any questions.

Attire: semi formal.

Tervetuloa juhlimaan Suomen 100-vuotista itsenäisyyttä!
Yksityistilaisuutemme alkaa joulukuun 2. päivänä kello 17:00, jolloin on tarjolla alkupaloja.

Olemme ravintola Oasiksen toisessa kerroksessa Lone Star -salissa, josta Vista Grande -parvekkeelta on komea näköala Lake Travis’ille auringonlaskun aikaan, riippuen tietysti säästä. Yläkertaan pääsee myös hissillä.

Buffet-illallinen alkaa kello 18. Illalliskortin hinta on $ 55 aikuisilta, alle 12-vuotiailta lapsilta $ 25 ja alle 2-vuotiaille lapsille se on ilmainen. Alkoholittomat juomat sisältyvät hintaan. Muut juomat voi noutaa cash bar’ista. Ilmoitattehan erityisruokavalioista Petralle,

Austin – Nov 17 2017

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EuroCircle’s Fall Spectacular at Halcyon Mueller

Announcing Eurocircle’s Fall Event! If you have missed an event here and there, this is NOT the event to miss!
Special Prizes and Party fun too! With a chance to win one of five $35  gift cards, sponsored by Gabi Vitui, Realtor and Halcyon Coffee-Bar-Lounge.

Extended Happy Hour prices until 10:00 pm for event participants that include:

$2 Lonestar and Lonestar Light
$4 All Wines
$6 Espresso Cocktails
$8 Prosecco and Special Cocktails
$5 – $7 Appetizers/Bites

Hosted by Gabi Vitui, Adnan Khaleel and Kaisa Kokkonen

POST EVENT NOTE
#EuroCircle the winners from the last Eurocircle event at Halcyon are:
Louis Korernak
Daniel Cianci
Maykel Hanna
Tiina Tapia
Violina Sontu
Each of you won a $35 gift card to Halcyon.
Thank you all for making the event a success. Special thanks to Airman Dix (Ivan) to help me organize and coordinate a gift to participants. And of course, thanks Kaisa Kokkonen and Adnan Khaleel for all the help!!!!

About the venue

Local Coffee bar and lounge with an exceptional coffee program, full bar and fresh cafe food from 7a-2a daily. Halcyon = happiness.
Brand new at the trendy Mueller District

So what is your halcyon

Your favorite place to chill, hang out, meet-up with friends, or just be?
Roasting marshmallows to make S’mores while sipping on a Chocolate Espresso Martini?
Updating your Facebook profile with a glass of wine?
Savoring the perfect cappuccino by day or by night?
Peopling watching on the porch while enjoying a cigar and scotch?
A romantic late night coffee and Nutella crepe with your partner?
Happy hour with friends and co-workers in a comfy Halcyon couch?
Your “other” office that’s perfect for getting things done or meeting with clients?
A quick turkey brie panini or gourmet salad for lunch?
Dropping by on a Monday night for Live Jazz?
Enjoying Sunday brunch with family or friends?
OR joining other Europeans and Europhiles for the evening…

Austin – Nov 03 2017

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Cocktail Mingle at Scandinavian Spaces with special guest Magnus Leijon

On behalf of the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce AustinChamber of Commerce Austin, we would like to invite you to a magical evening in a wonderland of workspace interiors. Featuring a thrilling live reading by Magnus Leijon from his true story book ‘Off Grid’, the opportunity to mingle with key members of Austin’s social scene, and cocktails++. .
The event is free of charge.

We think you should be there.

You must RSVP to confirm your spot as this event will be capacity and only confirmed guests will be allowed in.

Sponsored by San Luis Spirits, Rentsch Brewery and Austin Eastciders.

Register via the following link: http://bit.ly/2yiqcPg

Austin – Nov 02-05 2017

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Make plans to see the latest and the best in Polish film at the 12th APFF,  November 2nd – 5th, 2017 at the newly renovated AFS Cinema   (former Marchesa Hall & Theater) and special screenings on November 6at the Regal Arbor 8 Great Hills.

 

Austin Polish Society (APS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2005 to further knowledge of Polish culture,  language, history, and arts in the Austin area.

APS has organized and co-sponsored the Austin Polish Film Festival (APFF) since 2006.  This film festival is unique among all the film festivals in Austin not only because it brings Polish feature films, documentaries, shorts, animations, and the filmmakers from Poland, but it also presents the incredible art of Polish poster and their creators, while promoting cooperation between Polish and Austin creative worlds.

Poland has a rich history of filmmaking that spans over 100 years, but it is little known to most film audiences in Texas, due primarily to distribution issues and limited promotion outside of Europe. The role of the APFF is to bring quality Polish films to Austin audiences and expand awareness of Polish arts and culture.

The Accent of Us by Giacomo Ravo (Austin, TX)

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The Accent of Us

Hello EuroCircle members and international friends!

I just launched The Accent of Us, a podcast show that highlights stories of international entrepreneurs, innovators, and professionals that moved to the United States and contributed to the economy, society, and science in the most innovative country of the world. You can listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes

Why I started the Accent of Us

During the 6 years I lived in the United States I met so many talented people that moved here from so many different places around the world to start businesses, careers, and exciting projects. I’ve heard so many fascinating stories and now I want to capture this stories with The Accent of Us and share them with the international and local communities.

Why this name?

First, let’s start with the definition of accent. The accent is a distinctive manner of expression, a distinctive mode of pronunciation of a language.

All people that move here from other parts of the world are so distinctive and unique. They are adding so much diversity to our community and bringing so many new ideas.

About Me

First, an interesting fact about me: I clearly have an accent when I speak English, I am not going to hide that.

What’s interesting is that now I have an accent when I speak Italian as well. When I go back to Italy people tell me that I have an English accent. So it looks like now I have an accent wherever I go. I grew up in Naples Italy and moved to Austin Texas in 2011 after completing a Master’s degree in Engineering Management in Florence.

In Austin I worked in manufacturing and technology companies and completed the evening MBA program at McCombs Business School. I have always been passionate about technology and the way technology improves people’s lives. I am interested in everything international and I love to hear stories of people that come from different backgrounds.

Contact info

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-accent-of-us/id1294456497
Email: Giacomo@theaccentofus.com
Website: www.theaccentofus.com
Twitter: @theaccentofus; @giacoravo
Facebook:

Austin – Oct 27 2017

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EuroCircle’s Halloween SPOOKtacular

Walk through the haunted Rooftop  and travel in your mind to Transylvania while you enjoy some Halloween cocktails.
If you’re a Halloween fan this is definitely a spooky experience not to be missed!

So put on your costume and ride your broomstick over to Rio’s rooftop
Spook-tacular Halloween Party!
Happy hour prices until 10 pm – and DJ starts at 10 pm.
All premium well drinks –  $5
Domestic Draft beers – $3
House Red and white wines – $7

Costumes encouraged.

We look forward seeing you there!

Katerina, Monika & EuroCircle Team

PS. More details such as drink specials to be posted later

Austin – Sep 16 2017

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ANNUAL CRAYFISH PARTY by SACC (SOLD OUT)

Register Now & GET TICKETS

There will be singing. There will be schnapps. But most importantly, there will be loads, and loads of crayfish. So join in and keep the tradition alive as we throw our annual Crayfish Party from our downtown rooftop.

This is one of our most appreciated events, so there will be plenty of opportunities to meet new and old friends from the SACC community.Everything is included in the price so all you need to do is to show up.

Cheers,

SACC Austin

Fees/Admission:

Members $30
​Non-members $40
(Price is all-inclusive)
Pay online or at the event by credit card.

Location:
200 E 6th St #300, Austin, TX 78701
Date/Time Information:
Saturday, September 16, 2017, 06:00 PM
Contact Information:
512-649-3341
Send an Email

Lika Steel – Fashion Designer from Moldova in Austin, TX

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I found about one of our new Europeans in Austin area recently.  It’s been a while since we have featured any fashion industry people so please meet Lika. I asked her to tell us about herself and her business.  Of course I also wanted to see some photos of her clothes- maybe with some options for white clothes since we have the white party on August 25th.
Introduction

My name is Lika Steel, I was born and raised in Moldova- a green and beautiful country in Eastern Europe. After traveling and living all around the world now I find myself exploring the US fashion industry. I moved to Austin seven months ago (as of Aug 2017) and from the first moment fell in love with this weird amazing city.

What does fashion mean to you?

I see art and a lot of creativity in fashion. My choice was fashion because it is different from other fields. It’s about living in the now. Every day when you get dressed, you’re recreating yourself.

Click through the photos below to get an idea what Lika’s fashion looks like:

Reason for starting (and how did you get started)
As much I can remember I always liked to create.  I am extremely passionate about creating and the expressive form of fashion provides a voice to the artist within.

Several years ago I decided to convert my lovely hobby to my profession. I went to study fashion in one of the best fashion schools in Tel Aviv. These were my first steps in the Fashion world.

How do you define success?

To me, success means working toward my dreams. As long as I keep moving in the right direction I feel successful.

Who are some of your favorite designers?

Alexander McQueen, John Galliano, Manish Arora – they inspiring me a lot! All those designers are very eccentric and I love the way they are express themselves.

What advice can you offer to women who want a career in your industry?

First of all, she has to be passionate about fashion and creating. This is the main key to success in that field. And second, she has to be strong, persistent and competitive.

How do you maintain a work/life balance?
I am trying to build balance in my life and to give enough space to my family, friends and myself. It is important to not put all the energy in work only. In my free time I am playing tennis, practicing yoga and painting.

What do you think is the biggest issue for women with fashion?

I think they afraid to be different, to really express themselves, to have a say through their own style.

I am creating women’s clothing  and helping modern ladies to express their desire and sharpening their personality.

My brand is for daring woman and it is all about the power of contradictions, eccentricity and elegancy. All the designs are here to provide you expression, expression and expression.

Where can readers buy your clothes?

First, you are welcome to my Facebook page http://Facebook.com/likasteel/

I am selling online www.likasteel.com

CONTACT LIKA: Email Lika

Also very soon you can purchase my dresses in several stores downtown and in Domain.