What We Do

BWN activities cover a wide array of interests including social, cultural, charity and well-being. These events are scheduled weekly, monthly or at special times of the year.

Do we have events that might interest you? Here is just a sample of our regularly featured engagements.

 

For Everybody

Coffee Morning - Usually scheduled for the second Thursday of every month at the Institut d' Estudies Nord-americans in Barcelona. The monthly meeting gives members and those interested in joining the BWN a chance to meet, hear about and sign up for forthcoming events, and learn more about the BWN. Coffee mornings are always followed by 'Cheap & Cheerful' an inexpensive lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Cocktails with the Prez - Held on the last Tuesday of each month at a variety of locations. This early evening meet-up, for members and prospective members, gives those unable to attend the coffee morning a chance to meet each other and hear about upcoming events and about what is going on in the network.

Film Night - Scheduled the third Monday of every month at one of the city's many movie theaters. Members vote on and then meet to watch an English language film.

 

Monthly Outing - Scheduled the third Wednesday of every month. This outing to unique cultural, gastronomic, or historic locations throughout Catalonia gives members a chance to explore sights in and around the area. Recent visits have included a trip to the backstage of the Liceo, a visit to the Jean Leon winery.

Cooking Classes - BWN has many talented professional and non-professional chefs, who offer cooking classes for a small fee to cover costs.

Morning Walks - Every Tuesday, walkers enjoy the wonderful views across Barcelona from high above the city on Carretera de las Aigües.

Occasionally, we also offer activities outside of Barcelona such as the Coffee and Chat in Sant Cugat. 

For Professionals and Business Owners

Business Mixer - Usually the last Tuesday evening of the month. An opportunity for those who belong to the BWN's Professional Networking Group to meet over tapas and a drink.

 

Professional Workshop - Business members or guests present timely career and business-related topics and issues.

For Mothers

Moms and Tots - Weekly Wednesday morning get-togethers include free play and sing-along time (with songs in English.) Babies, toddlers, mothers and other caregivers welcome.

Ladies' Night Out - Organized a few times a year, the evening offers a chance for mothers to wine, dine, and talk. We also schedule family outings, lunches, and a children's party in December.

 

For Newcomers

 

Café Castellano - The second and fourth Monday of every month at various locations throughout the city. It invites members, regardless of language level, to join an informal group led by a fluent Spanish speaker and practice language skills.

 

 

For Those Interested in Giving Back

Book and Bake Sale - Once a year, members sell second-hand books and freshly homemade cakes that have been donated by other members. All proceeds are given to charity.

 

Annual Market - Members sell homemade cookies, self-made jams, handcrafted t-shirts, and many other items made at home. A percentage of the total sales goes to our charities. In addition, the BWN try to raise funds for our charities at virtually all our activities and events.