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• The American & Canadian Reading Group

  • Start
    08 Feb 2023
  • End
    10 Dec 2025
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  • Schedule
    28 sessions
  • Location
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  The American & Canadian Reading Group

  
  

  On the second Wednesday of the month, from 19:00  to 21:00 you are invited to join our Reading Group to discuss the book-of-the-month, written by an American or Canadian author. We meet once a month, our evening get-together is in the Brussels area.  

  Reading Group guidelines/criteria:

  We look for great authors who write in English, available for purchase in shops or online, not more than 300-400 pages, and prefer those that have a score of at least 4/5 on Goodreads.  The books do not have to be recent; they can also be ones you loved, and we might have missed.

  Interested in joining the Reading Group? 

  The Reading Group meets in member's homes in Brussels and the surrounding area.  As such, it is restricted to members of the AWCB and ACB.  Current members of the AWCB and ACB are encouraged to reach out bookclub@awcb.org with any questions. 

  Non members can find the conditions to join either club on their respective websites

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  Book-of-the-Month Discussions

  10 September, 2025

  When the World Fell Silent, by Donna Jones Alward

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204208184-when-the-world-fell-silent
  

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Florence. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

  
  

  October 8, 2025

  Cold Comfort Farm, by Stella Gibbons

  
  

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/92780.Cold_Comfort_Farm?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_17

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Karin. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

  12 November, 2025

  The Lion Women of Tehran, by Marjan Kamali
  

  
  

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199798217-the-lion-women-of-tehran?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_18

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Linda. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

  10 December

  The Choice, by Edit Eger

  
  

  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30753738-the-choice?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_11

  Reading Group members are invited to register for the discussion evening, kindly hosted by Jan. The exact location will be shared with confirmed participants.

  REGISTER HERE

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• Event of Interest: Belgian Beer Weekend

  • Start
    05 Sep 2025
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    5:30 PM
  • End
    07 Sep 2025
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    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Brussels Grand Place

  Belgian Beer Weekend was established in 1998 and brings together a curated selection of 57 breweries from across the country—from family-run microbreweries to legendary Trappist producers.  Over 500 exquisite Belgian beers will be feeatured!  Whether you’re into hoppy IPAs, rich dubbels, crisp saisons or fruit-forward lambics, there’s a glass with your name on it. Explore old favourites or try something you’ve never heard of.  It’s all part of the experience.  

  
  

  The range of flavors is truly remarkable, and the stunning backdrop of the Grand-Place in Brussels makes this event truly unparalleled. 

  The event starts on September 5th at 17:30 and ends on September 7th at 20:00.  There is a parade by the brewers on Saturday and Sunday too - the full schedule is here: https://www.belgianbeerweekend.be/info

  
  

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• Partner Event: Tour of the St. Ursula Institute & Winter Garden

  • When
    10 Sep 2025
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    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bosstraat 9A, 2861 Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Waver (near Mechelen)

  Partner Event:  Join AWCB for the 

  Tour of the St. Ursula Institute & Winter Garden

  
  

  Lunch afterwards in nearby town

  Join the AWCB to visit this historic Catholic school with many beautiful rooms, paintings, stained glass, and a special winter garden. Afterwards we will have lunch nearby in the village. 

  
  

  Group tour with a guide - minimum 15 people so register early!  We will organize carpooling too, so stay tuned.  Register here to attend:  https://www.awcb.org/event-6097029
  
  Lunch is at your own expense.

  Need to be able to walk 100 stairs to do the tour as there is no elevator available.  More information here:  https://www.visitwintertuin.be/

  
  

  
  

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• Santorini wine tasting

  • When
    18 Sep 2025
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    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Location
    TapaSoif Brussels, Rue De Witte De Haelen 24, 1000 Brussels
  • Spaces left
    8

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   santorini wine tasting

  18 September 2025 - 19:30-22:30

  TapaSoif

  Rue De Witte De Haelen 24, 1000 Brussels

  

  Join our partner Terre Mieli Cieli for a discovery tour of Assyrtiko and other great wines from Santorini. If there is one grape variety from Greece that people outside of the country have usually heard of, it's Assyrtiko. This tasting will put the spotlight on Assyrtikos and other unique grapes and wines from Santorini and show you why everyone is talking about them.

  We will taste at least eight wines, mostly white wines--white grapes account for about 95% of the wine production on the island, and 75% of the plantings are Assyrtiko--but also at least one excellent red. We'll also taste an iconic dessert wine, Vinsanto--not to be confused with the Italian wine of the same name. We'll sample world-class wines from several producers including Argyros Estate, Volcanic Slopes Vineyards and Mikra Thira, a small winery on the "other" Santorini -- the island of Thirassia across the caldera from the main island.

  As usual, all the wines will be paired with plenty of good Greek food. The wines will be presented by Petros Fotopoulos, the agronomist and oenologist who has animated attendees at my previous Greek wine tastings at TapaSoif with both his passion and his depth of knowledge.

  Book early to reserve your spot! Participation is limited to the first 30 people who sign up.

  PLEASE REGISTER HERE

  Cancellations are possible until noon on 15 September, 2025. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

   
  

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• ACB Dine Out

  • When
    20 Sep 2025
  • Location
    Brussels

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• ACB Final Friday Cocktail

  • When
    26 Sep 2025
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    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Corinthia Brussels, Rue Royale 103, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
  • Spaces left
    18

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  ACB FINAL FRIDAY COCKTAIL

  September 26, 18:30 - 21:30    

  Corinthia Brussels - Under the Stairs Bar

  Rue Royale 103, Brussels

  
  

  Join the American Club of Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks at the beautiful Corinthia Brussels on September 26.  

  The Corinthia Brussels, formerly the Grand Hotel Astoria on Rue Royale, has been fully transformed into a luxurious Belle Époque-style hotel. Blending historic charm with modern elegance, it partners with local talent to offer elevated bar and dining experiences, positioning itself as a premier destination for both locals and global visitors.

  We had such a lovely Final Final in a private room at the Corinthia in April, that we are now heading back for our September Final Friday to experience their newly opened, chic bar - Under the Stairs - which also has an outside courtyard that we can enjoy if the weather is good. 

  For those who are new to the ACB and our Friday drinks, each month we meet at a location around Brussels for our monthly get-together. This is a great opportunity to mingle and socialize with new and old friends in Brussels in a fun and relaxing environment. So, bring your friends, all are welcome!

  Event Details:

  Date: Friday,  September 26, 2025
  Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
  Place: Corinthia Brussels, Rue Royale, 103 1000, Brussels, Belgium

  Price: 5 euros for members and 10 euros for non-members entry fee. Cash bar, based on your own consumption (drinks and finger food). Please note the venue takes payments by card only.

  PLEASE REGISTER HERE

   Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, September 24. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event. 

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• EVENT OF INTEREST: 78th U.S. Air Force Ball

  • When
    27 Sep 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  EVENT OF INTEREST

  78th U.S. Air Force Ball 

  27 September - 17:00

  The Air Force Ball is a cherished tradition celebrated annually to honor its founding, heritage, and the service of its Airmen. This year it will be held outside of Mons, at La Ferme De Widewance on 27 September between 17:00 and 23:00. More details below.
  

  

  
  

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• PARTNER EVENT: AWCB monthly Bowling Night!

  • When
    29 Sep 2025
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Bowl Factory:Ch. de Nivelles 29-31, Braine L’Alleud/Waterloo

  PARTNER EVENT: Come out to play at AWCB monthly Bowling Night!   Bowling Night is open to AWCB Members, partner Club members and guests. Test your skills against our hosts, the Dancing Bowler and the Bowling Shark, at this fun filled event.  No bowling experience necessary; the fee includes two games of bowling, a drink and a pack of chips.  Match starts at 7pm and last approximately two hours.   Take up the challenge; try to be the AWCB Bowling “Champ of the Month"! MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER ON THE AWCB WEBSITE

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• PARTNER EVENTS: MONTHLY WINE TASTING WITH TERRE MIELI CIELI

  • Start
    16 Oct 2025
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  • End
    11 Dec 2025
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    TBC

  PARTNER EVENTS:

  MONTHLY WINE TASTING WITH TERRE MIELI CIELI

  Save the date for the following wine tastings: 

  • Oct. 16 -- Portuguese wine
  • Nov. 20 -- Sake tasting
  • Dec. 11 -- the 8th Annual Battle of the Bubbles

  More information to follow soon! 

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• ACB PARTNER EVENT: Halloween Craft and Treat

  • Start
    25 Oct 2025
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    11:00 AM
  • End
    26 Oct 2025
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    2:00 PM
  • Location
    American Groceries Europe, Gebroeders Danhieuxstraat 5, Overijse 3090

  ACB PARTNER EVENT:

  Halloween Fun: Crafts and Treat

  

  REGISTER ON THE AGE WEBSITE 

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• PARTNER EVENT: AWCB monthly Bowling Night!

  • When
    27 Oct 2025
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Bowl Factory:Ch. de Nivelles 29-31, Braine L’Alleud/Waterloo

  PARTNER EVENT: Come out to play at AWCB monthly Bowling Night!   Bowling Night is open to AWCB Members, partner Club members and guests. Test your skills against our hosts, the Dancing Bowler and the Bowling Shark, at this fun filled event.  No bowling experience necessary; the fee includes two games of bowling, a drink and a pack of chips.  Match starts at 7pm and last approximately two hours.   Take up the challenge; try to be the AWCB Bowling “Champ of the Month"! MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER ON THE AWCB WEBSITE

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• ACB Final Friday

  • When
    31 Oct 2025
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    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Le cercueil, Rue de Hereng 10 & 12, Brussels (15 meters from the Grand Place)
  • Spaces left
    25

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  ACB FINAL FRIDAY  

  October 31, 18:30 - 21:30    

  Le Cercueil

  Rue de Hereng 10 & 12, Brussels

  (15 meters from the Grand Place)

  Join the American Club of Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks at the Brussels most goulish bar:  Le Cercueil (the Coffin)!  

  
  

  As its October 31st, we are having this Final Friday at a Halloween themed bar! Le Cercueil first openened in 1974, making it Brussel's oldest macabre bar, complete with grim reapers, dark skeletons, coffins and devilish cocktail names.

  For those who are new to the ACB and our Friday drinks, each month we meet at a location around Brussels for our monthly get-together. This is a great opportunity to mingle and socialize with new and old friends in Brussels in a fun and relaxing environment. So, bring your friends, all are welcome!
  

  Event Details:

  Date: Friday,  October 31, 2025
  Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
  Place: Le Cercueil, Rue de Harengs 10 & 12, 1000, Brussels, Belgium (15 meters from the Grand Place) 

  Price: 5 euros for members and 10 euros for non-members entry fee. Cash bar, based on your own consumption (drinks and finger food). Please note the venue takes payments by card only.

  Please register here:  https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6317139

  Cancellations are possible until 12:00 on Wednesday, October 29. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event. 
  

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• All Saints Day

  • When
    01 Nov 2025

  
  

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• Halloween costume party

  • When
    01 Nov 2025
  • Location
    TBC

   SAVE THE DATE 

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY

  31 October 2025

  More details to follow soon! 

  Join the American Club of Brussels for a special Halloween Party!
  Get ready for a spooky-fun evening with costumes, cocktails, and surprises, details coming soon, but mark your calendar now!
  

  
  

  
  

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• Armistice Day Remembrance Dinner

  • When
    11 Nov 2025

  Save the date for a special Armistice day remembrance celebration event!  

  
  

  
  

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• PARTNER EVENT: AWCB monthly Bowling Night!

  • When
    24 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Bowl Factory:Ch. de Nivelles 29-31, Braine L’Alleud/Waterloo

  PARTNER EVENT: Come out to play at AWCB monthly Bowling Night!   Bowling Night is open to AWCB Members, partner Club members and guests. Test your skills against our hosts, the Dancing Bowler and the Bowling Shark, at this fun filled event.  No bowling experience necessary; the fee includes two games of bowling, a drink and a pack of chips.  Match starts at 7pm and last approximately two hours.   Take up the challenge; try to be the AWCB Bowling “Champ of the Month"! MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER ON THE AWCB WEBSITE

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• PARTNER EVENT: AWCB monthly Bowling Night!

  • When
    24 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Bowl Factory:Ch. de Nivelles 29-31, Braine L’Alleud/Waterloo

  PARTNER EVENT: Come out to play at AWCB monthly Bowling Night!   Bowling Night is open to AWCB Members, partner Club members and guests. Test your skills against our hosts, the Dancing Bowler and the Bowling Shark, at this fun filled event.  No bowling experience necessary; the fee includes two games of bowling, a drink and a pack of chips.  Match starts at 7pm and last approximately two hours.   Take up the challenge; try to be the AWCB Bowling “Champ of the Month"! MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER ON THE AWCB WEBSITE

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• ACB Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

  • When
    27 Nov 2025
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    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place, Rue Auguste Orts, Grand Place 3-7, 1000 Bruxelles.
  • Spaces left
    90

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  THANKSGIVING DINNER 2025

  Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 7.00pm

  Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place
  

  

  1050Come join us as we celebrate one of the American Club’s most popular events: a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, consisting of roast turkey with all the trimmings, followed by an assortment of real American pies. This very American event will be held on Thanksgiving itself, i.e., on Thursday, November 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place. Whole turkeys are carved and served family style at tables for eight. It’s just like home, only better, because someone else does the cooking! We look forward to seeing you at one of the Club’s very best annual events!

  Menu:

  Apéritif

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  New England Clam Chowder 

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  Turkey with stuffing

  Mashed potatoes & gravy 

  Sweet potatoes 

  Green beans with mushrooms 

  Corn pudding 

  Cranberry jelly 

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  Assorted pies 

  NB. Please note vegetarian options are available upon request. 

  Event Details:
  Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
  Time:  7.00 p.m. apéro and dinner starts at 7.30pm
  Place: Brussels Marriott Hôtel Grand Place, Rue Auguste Orts 3-7, 1000 Bruxelles.

  Price: ACB members get a discounted rate at 94 euros. All welcome! Partner Club: 99 euros. Non-members: 104 euros. 
  

   PLEASE REGISTER HERE 

  Cancellations are possible until noon Sunday 23 November 2025. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

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• ACB Annual Holiday Party

  • When
    08 Dec 2025

  Save the date for the ACB annual Holiday Party!  

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• Christmas - public holiday

  • When
    25 Dec 2025

  
  

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• ACB FINAL FRIDAY

  • Start
    31 Jan 2026
  • End
    31 Oct 2026
  • Schedule
    10 sessions
  • Location
    TBC
  • Spaces left
    25

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  ACB FINAL FRIDAY  

   Save the Date 

  More details to be announced soon!

  Join the American Club of Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks.

  Are you new to the American Club of Brussels? Each month, we meet at a location around Brussels for our monthly Friday drinks get-together. This is a great opportunity to mingle and socialize with new and old friends in Brussels in a fun and relaxing environment. So, bring your friends, all are welcome!

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• ACB Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

  • When
    26 Nov 2026

  Save the date for ACB's annual Thanksgiving dinner!  

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