Members
Where to Meet Us
Moms and Tots
Wed, 08.09.10 10:30 - 13:00
Where?
Casa Orlandai, C/Jaume Piquet, 23 (FGC Sarria)
BWN´s weekly playgroup brings together babies, toddlers and moms to play, sing, chat and enjoy many other fun activities. Come and join us on a simple drop-in basis. Non-members are welcome for a free trial session
Cost
Free for members
Contact
Rebecca Glazer
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Coffee Morning
Thu, 16.09.10 11:00 - 13:00
Where?
IEN (Institut d'Estudies Nord-americans), Via Augusta 123, Atico (FGC Sant Gervasi)
This 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 “menu del dia” at a nearby restaurant.
Cost
Free for members
Contact
Alejandra Ruiz
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Cocktail with our Prez
Thu, 16.09.10 19:30 - 21:30
Where?
El Jardi de l'Angel
Hotel Catalonia Albinoni
Portal de l’Angel 17
Website
Metro station: Plaza Catalunya
Cost
Pay-your-own
Contact
Alejandra Ruiz
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Are you a BWN member and have a story you'd like to share about life in and around Barcelona? We welcome your entries. Feel free to e-mail us with your ideas.