New to the Zurich area?

Sponsored by the American Women’s Club of Zurich, this comprehensive course is offered in English and is open to women and men of all nationalities.

Our experts have been sharing their expertise with our course participants for 26 years - easing the transition of newcomers to this fascinating and new area. This 5 session seminar is interesting, informative and fun.

In this highly concentrated course – make friends – learn a lot – have a great time!

Topics Covered
Swiss culture, tradition, history, holidays and etiquette; Swiss infrastructure such as banking, postal services, traffic, police, law, government, medicine, insurance, transportation, recycling; and social topics which include shopping, food, dining, excursions and travel.

Optional lunches, afternoon tours and workshops covering a variety of topics e.g. Swiss languages, housing, having a baby in Switzerland are also offered.  The LIZ program provides a wonderful opportunity to meet others new to Zurich, to make new friends and establish a support network.

Living in Zurich® Handbook
This book of need-to-know information is included with the course. It is a complete guide to life in Zurich and Switzerland with over 400 pages of invaluable information to help you navigate your life here. It covers logistical information on topics such as finding housing, getting settled, schools, health care, banking, insurance, public transportation, as well as restaurants, art, culture and travel excursions.  To order a LIZ handbook click on the following:  LIZ Handbook Request.

Course Location
The course will be held at the American Women's Club of Zurich (AWCZ) Clubhouse. Some lunches and afternoon activities will be in the area, but accessible by public transportation or on foot. The Clubhouse is within walking distance of Bahnhof Wiedikon, Bahnhof Selnau or Stauffacher Platz. Click for map

Schöntalstrasse 8, 8004 Zurich
Tel: 044 240 44 55
Fax: 044 240 44 57 

Childcare
Childcare is provided on site. Cost is approximately 25 CHF per child, per morning session.

LIZ Course Schedule
The course is conducted over 5 Fridays from October 22 through November 19

8:15 - 8:45	Registration	click for a special subscription rate
9:00 - 12:30	Seminar with coffee break
12:30-14:00	Optional lunch
14:00-15:30	Optional tours & workshops

LIZ 2010 Fees:
CHF 200 advance registration by Oct. 8
CHF 225 after Oct. 8
50 CHF reduction without LIZ handbook

Fee includes:

Organized lunches and afternoon workshops and activities are optional and may be subject to additional fees to cover costs.