MAH JONG
We are an enthusiastic group who enjoy the western (international) form of Mah Jong. New players are always welcome, beginner or experienced!
We meet every first and third Wednesday of the month.
Note the finish time is a bit fluid - we generally play past 12:30, but usually not past 13:00.
Join our WhatsApp group for regular updates.
Contact Karen S. to register and get more details.
Photo and Media Policy
By attending, you agree that the photographs and film recorded during the event that include your image may be used for promotional purposes by the American Women’s Club of Zurich. When attending an event, please notify the organizer in advance that you don't want your photo or a video taken.
Personal Risk
Participation in AWCZ Activities or Events or the use of AWCZ property is entirely at the participant’s and/or organizer’s own discretion and/or own risk. Neither the AWCZ nor its representatives shall be held responsible for injury, damage, or loss incurred by anyone’s participation in AWCZ Events or the use of AWCZ property.
STITCHIN' WITCHES
Open to all levels!
Stitchers unite! Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month to individually work on projects of their choice: from knitting to counted cross-stitch, from crocheting to weaving pine needle baskets. Or other projects of your choice.
Come work your creativity and enjoy each others’ company.
Do you have questions about the event? Contact Suzanne and/or Marianne at stitchinwitches.
Be sure to sign up for the WhatsApp chat to keep track of when we are meeting.
Cost: Free!
CORE & MORE
Get moving with Patti every Tuesday with a fun and energy-filled workout powered by great music!
This workout includes cardio exercise as well as strength training to sculpt and tone your entire body.
Every workout will end with a gentle stretching session. No experience is necessary.
Please dress in comfortable exercise clothing and shoes and bring a mat, a towel, and a positive attitude.
Contact Patti to register: coreandmore@awczurich.org and for more details.
The Fitness Walkers meet every Thursday morning (rain or shine!) at 9:30 a.m. at Bellevue. Every week we explore different areas around the city of Zürich: sometimes we enjoy walking along the lake or along one of the rivers that wind through our beautiful city; sometimes we explore one of the many neighborhoods.
No matter where we go, we always enjoy walking and talking with each other! After the walk, we'll often grab a coffee or lunch somewhere nearby.
Please feel free to contact Patti at fitnesswalk@awczurich.org if you want to join us! Make sure to check messages in the AWCZ Walking WhatsApp group for possible schedule changes over the summer months.
Enjoy our English language Library!
The AWCZ is privileged to maintain one of the largest English-language libraries in the Zurich area. Fully volunteer run for over 85 years, the Library at our Clubhouse features an extensive collection of fiction and nonfiction for all ages (kids, teenagers, and adults).
Our Library is open on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10:00-16:00.
Check out our Digital Library.
Catalog: https://www.libib.com/u/awcz
Usage of the library is included in the AWCZ membership.
You can also use the library as a "Friend of the Library".
Individuals wishing to use the AWCZ Library may become Friends of the Library subscribers. A 12-month subscription is CHF 75. Stop by during regular opening hours to complete an application or for more information. Please contact the Friends of the Library Coordinator for any questions.
Questions? Ask Patti at library@awczurich.org.
By attending, you agree that the photographs and film recorded during the event that include your image may be used for promotional purposes by the AWCZ. When attending an event, please notify the organizer in advance that you don't want your photo or a video taken.
GERMAN CONVERSATION GROUP
Margareta E. and Pia M. will support you to speak German in a Coffee Conversation group.
Most of all you should enjoy to speak German - one of the four languages of Switzerland !
Don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any question you might have. Looking forward to speaking in German with you soon!
For more information, contact germanconversation@awczurich.org.
Evening Mah Jong!
Join us to play the western (international) form of Mah Jong.
New players are always welcome, beginner or experienced!
We meet every fourth Tuesday of the month, 18:00 - 21:00.
Join the WhatsApp group for regular updates.
Contact Liz, Susan or mahjong-evening for more details.
RUNNING CLUB
The Running Club is an activity group open to all members who are, have ever been, want to be, or are thinking about running and find themselves willing and able to participate. We run a variety of distances at a variety of paces. The idea is not to worry about times and distances, but to get out and get moving together!
Meet up time:
Mondays: 19.30 - 20.30 – meeting place: Tiefenbrunnen Saturdays: 08.30 - 10.00 – meeting place: Platzspitz, just north of HB
For more information: running-club@awczurich.org
BRIDGE
We play Bridge every Monday 13.00 - 16.30 and Thursday at 13.30 - 16.30, except for occasions when there is another Clubhouse event.
Monday is casual whereby hands can be discussed. Thursday is duplicate bridge. Come and join the fun! Please email us to participate.
Registration by email bridge@awczurich.org is kindly requested for this event. Membership is required after three visits to participate.
Join the Cocktail Club
Please join us as we enjoy cocktails at different locations around Zurich! This is a super fun group, and we hope to see you for lively conversation and tasty drinks. We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month at a different bar or restaurant in the city. Some places we visit have bites but not always. Let us know if you’d like to be added to the WhatsApp thread; one week prior to the event, you can expect a WhatsApp message with the location we will be meeting. Cheers and welcome!
Contact Jen for more information and to register!
BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Join our English playgroup with your 0-4 year old, led by Kristina, mom of 2 and certified Parenting Coach. The Thursday Morning Playgroup runs from 09:30 to 11:30 on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.
At each playgroup, we will have circle time with songs and books, plus open play and a craft. Moms can swap stories and tips with each other over a hot coffee.
No advance registration required, just join the WhatsApp chat for the latest details.
For additional information, contact
baby-toddler-playgroup@awczurich.org.
Membership is required after three visits.
Relaxing Yoga after Core & More redirects the heat and energy from the workout to internally focus on the breath, internal locks and yoga postures to increase mobility and extend balanced, positive energy throughout the day.
French Conversation
Join Chat in French with our class leader, Mouna! She’ll be pleased to welcome you for an hour of lively French conversation, where participants can enjoy discussing a variety of topics in a relaxed, friendly setting. Whether you're looking to practice speaking or simply enjoy a chat in French, this session promises a fun, engaging experience for all levels.
Our Chat in French is scheduled every Wednesday from 09.30 - 10.30 at the AWCZ Clubhouse.
For questions please email Mouna: frenchconversation@awczurich.org.
SPANISH CONVERSATION GROUP
¿Hablas español?
Members will talk, play and have fun.
Minimum requirement A2
For more information, contact spanishconversation@awczurich.org.
Support Circle for Parents of Neurodiverse Kids
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
This group is a supportive space for parents of neurodiverse children. Parenting a neurodiverse child can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also feel overwhelming and isolating at times. This group exists so parents can come together, connect, and support one another through shared experiences.
Our goal is to build a community where parents can openly discuss the realities of raising neurodiverse kids, exchange resources, and learn how to better advocate for our children in education, healthcare, and social settings.
During meetups we may:
This is a judgment-free, inclusive, and confidential space where all experiences are welcome. Whether you are newly navigating a diagnosis or have years of experience, your perspective matters and your voice is valued.
Together we can support one another, strengthen our advocacy, and help our children thrive.
For more information, contact neurodiversityzurich@gmail.com.
LUNCH BUNCH
We will have lunch this month at the self-service restaurant at the Hotel Sonne in Küsnacht. It’s a beautiful location right on the Lake of Zurich. Come and enjoy the summer with other AWCZ members.
We will meet at Bürkliplatz at 10:30 to take the 11:00 boat to Küsnacht. If you prefer to take the train, the restaurant is a short walk from the train station right on the lake.
Registration/ Cancellation deadline: June 15, 2026
Cost: Whatever you consume.
Have questions? Contact Sue R.: lunchbunch@awczurich.org
Legal Essentials for Entrepreneurs
Your Employer Has a Legal Team. You Don't.
A Legal Clarity Workshop for Women Going Independent in Switzerland
Vena Verga-Danemar, JD, LL.M
The Professional American Women's Club of Zurich (PAWZ) invites you to join Vena Verga-Danemar, licensed lawyer turned legal and business trust engineer, the TrustWright, and founder of Legally She Can, for a practical clarity workshop on building a legally sound independent business in Switzerland.
Drawing on her own experience running businesses in Switzerland across product, digital, and services, Vena works with founders and experts making the transition from corporate employment to independent work. In this workshop, she will help you diagnose where your current setup stands, identify the legal framework that applies to your situation now, and know what to fix first as you grow.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 18:30–21:30 PM
Apéro will be served.
Cost:
Members: Free
Non-members: CHF 25
Registration closes on Friday, June 19, 2026. Seating is limited.
AWCZ Cancellation Policy
For cost-based Events and Activities, the participant/s will be billed for the Event/Activity unless they have cancelled before the cancellation deadline. For free Events and Activities, as we need an accurate head count for the caterers, the cancellation deadline should be honored. Thank you for your understanding.
KIDS' CORNER MOM'S COFFEE MORNING
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Meet other moms and build meaningful friendships at the Moms' Morning Coffee. Join us at Maison in Küsnacht — a welcoming local coffee house with a playroom for moms who need to bring their children.
Relax, connect, and enjoy a supportive community over coffee.
There’s a small playroom for kids to enjoy while we chat.
Food & drinks are available at your own cost.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
For more information please email: kidscorner@awczurich.org.
JUNE COFFEE MORNING
10:00-11:30
Election season is here — and so is the challenge of talking about what matters most: why voting counts, what keeps communities safe, and what kind of future we want to share. These conversations can feel hard. This mini-workshop will give you practical tools to make them easier.
Led by Janne Flisrand, a facilitator with 35 years of experience turning difficult discussions into productive ones, the session draws on a toolkit of hands-on activities designed so every voice in the room contributes. You'll practice the skills together, then keep the conversation going over coffee afterward.
Voter registration resources and overseas ballot request information will also be available on site.
HOW TO BAKE PERFECT SCONES!
Back by popular demand, Karen will be hosting a scone baking workshop at the Club. Learn the classic recipe and some fun alternatives to have sweet or savoury scones in a flash. All proceeds will go to Cancer Support Switzerland (CASS), our Club sponsored charity.
CHF 25 (per adult)
CHF 15 (per kid of any age)
Please make your payment before the event.
Registration/Cancellation Deadline: June 25, 2026
For further questions and registering your child(ren) or guest(s), please contact Karen directly.
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AWCZ Cancellation and No Show Policy
The participant/s will be billed for the Scones workshop unless she/he has cancelled before the cancellation deadline.
The AWCZ Book Club meets on the first Friday of the month at 10:00 in the Clubhouse.
The book for July 3, 2026 is Wild Dark Shore, by Charlotte McConaghy.
If you have any questions, contact Starr at bookclub@awczurich.org.
INDEPENDENCE DAY FAMILY BBQ
Come join us for our annual AWCZ Kids' Corner American Independence Day Family BBQ and Hangout out at Tiefenbrunnen Strandbad in Zurich, and help celebrate America's 250th Birthday.
Saturday, July 4, 2026, 10.30-14.30
*In case of bad weather, the event may be cancelled. Updates will be provided via your registration email*.
Please bring your own food to grill, and snacks and drinks to share as you wish. We will have some grilling tools available if needed, and wood is provided by the badi. Also, there are multiple cafes and food stands throughout in case you prefer to purchase food.
The location of the picnic site will be sent to all registered attendees via email on July 3rd, one day before the event.
While there is no fee for this event; admission fees for entrance to the Tiefenbrunnen Strandbad apply. Location details: here.
Members are welcome to invite others (nonmembers) as your personal guests, but please don't forget the total attendee count should be noted on your registration. And please don't forget, all attendees should register online!
Registration/Cancellation Deadline: July 2, 2026
Questions? Email us at bbq@awczurich.org.
The Evening Wine & Cheese & Book Club meets (usually) on the second Tuesday of every month, except in August. We are a diverse group of people from all corners of the AWCZ who enjoy reading and discussing books of all genres; past reading lists have included memoir, Pulitzer Prize-winning literary fiction, YA fantasy, essay collections, genre/ speculative fiction, middle grade, thriller, romance, literature in translation, and more. Special events include our light-hearted "Filthy February," when we read a romance novel and fill out romance-trope-themed Bingo cards (for a prize!), and our annual "Fourth of July Beach Read Yankee Swap". We decide our reading list via discussion and survey, five books at a time. Our 2026 Spring / Summer reading list is:
March: The Names by Florence Knapp
April: Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico,
translated from Italian by Sophie Hughes
May: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
June: The Details by Ia Genberg,
translated from Swedish by Kira Josefsson
July: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett
The best way to learn about our activity is to simply show up! We love welcoming new faces, and will be happy to answer any questions you have. Haven't read the book? As long as you don't mind spoilers, it's not a problem. We also begin every meeting with a potluck social hour, so feel free to bring something to share!
Registration for the Evening Wine & Cheese & Book Club is not required.
*Non-AWCZ-members: membership in our book club is contingent on membership to the AWCZ, but you are welcome to attend a book club meeting as one of your free “taster” activities. Please see the membership section of this website to learn about how to join the AWCZ.*
For any questions, please contact eveningbookclub@awczurich.org.
New Member Orientation
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
For members who have joined in the last year
Learn all about the ins and outs of the Club and how to make the most of your membership by attending this online presentation.
Learn what makes this Club so unique, a library, over 30 different kinds of activities and that is just the adult activities. We also have several activities for children.
Learn about What’sApp Chats, Facebook & Instagram notifications, the Club Bulletin Board, the monthly e-Newsletter, the Spotlight, and all the ways to find out what’s happening. Learn how to register for events, get involved, volunteer, make a difference, lead an activity, make friends, and join the community!!!
Registration deadline: Monday, July 6, 2026
Cancellation deadline: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A link will be provided to the registrants a day before the event.
Have any questions about this event? Feel free to reach out to us at vpmemberrelations@awczurich.org
Beginner Bridge
Join us for ten, 2.5-hour Beginner Bridge lessons taught by an Expert and member of the Swiss National Team.
Whether you're brand new to the game or looking to build a solid foundation, this friendly and engaging course will guide you through the basics of Bridge.
Begins on Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Please email bridge@awczurich.org for more information.
Register directly online.
Registration/Cancellation Deadline: Monday, September 7, 2026 Cost:
CHF 20 – Members
CHF 250 – Non-Members (convertible to membership if one wishes)
The participant/s will be billed for Beginning Bridge unless the participant has cancelled before the cancellation deadline.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
You’ve learnt the basics of baking scones, now go a step further and explore other flavours, shapes and sizes. Again, we’ll have a mix of savoury and sweet. Whether it’s for an elegant cocktail function or warming bowl of soup, there is a scone out there for you.
All proceeds will go to Cancer Support Switzerland (CASS), our Club-sponsored charity.
Registration/Cancellation Deadline: Friday, September 11, 2026
For further questions, please contact Karen directly.
UBS AG American Women’s Club of Zurich Bahnhofstrasse 45 Höschgasse 38 8001 Zurich 8008 Zurich
CRAFTING AFTERNOON FOR CHARITY
Spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon being creative and at the same time, helping others.
Heart Cushions
Originally for breast cancer patients after surgery, these lovely cushions have reached a far greater audience and in many cases have been seen as a heartfelt (pun intended) message of solidarity during a difficult time. No sewing skills are required, but those who want to sew, can.
Crochet hats for the children - Gift Box Project
Crochet a hat or hats for disadvantaged children to help them during the winter months. As part of a larger gift box, they are the first present some of these kids have ever received. For experienced crocheters, a pattern will be provided. If you’re a beginner and would like to learn, come along and we’ll teach you. Yarn and hooks will be available.
Our mission is to foster social exchange and support within the English-speaking community of Zurich and to help our members feel at home in this beautiful city.
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