Antwerp British and International Women

About The Antwerp British & International Women

The ABIW is a friendly group of English-speaking women of various nationalities. We try to help expatriates who have recently arrived to find their feet and to learn something about life Antwerp and Belgium.

Many of our members are here permanently, either because they decided to make their lives here or they are married to Belgian men. This means that the friends you make will not all be disappearing after a year or so!

See our membership page for more information.

Upcoming Activities

Non-members are welcome to many of our events.

You do not need to be an expatriate to join us. Just speak English!

There is a 5 euro fee for first-time and "out-of-town" guests at our General Meeting and some other activities.
The fee is reimbursed if you join. The fee for other guests is 10 euros.

Use our Contact Form to let us know if you would like to come.

For non-ABIW activities, see our What's On page.

March

Wednesday 17th March at 10.15 am - Book Group

Venue: the coffee shop of FNAC, second floor of the Bazaar shopping centre on the Meir.

Please contact us if you are planning to attend. Non-members are permitted to attend one time only.

18th March - A walk in the Jewish district

The Culture Club outing is a walk through the Jewish district of Antwerp, starting at the Central Station, close to the diamond centre. Our guide will explain the enormous influence of the Jewish people on the diamond trade.

As you walk along the narrow streets of the diamond district, you will find out how it all started. It is an ideal opportunity to find out more about Jewish culture, food, customs and traditions.

Meet: 9.50 am at the steps of the Central Station in Antwerp, for a 10 o’clock start with the guide. The tour will take two hours.

Cost: €7 for members; €12 for husbands and guests.

To register: Please contact us. Then transfer the appropriate amount to the ABIW account 001-4680630-68, marking your transfer “Jewish walk”.

Tuesday 30th March - Coffee Morning

Venue: Paon Royal, 26 Koningin Astridplein, Antwerp.

This venue is next to the entrance of the Antwerp Zoo, and has recently been renovated.

Meet: outside at 11 a.m.

No need to register—just turn up. Everyone welcome.

April

April 6th - General Meeting, Finding the best colours and styles for you

This month's lecturer, Francine Kerckhaert, teaches colour and style at the Entrepreneursschools in Antwerp and Gent, and is an expert on colour, style, image and make-up.

Knowing and wearing your correct colours will make you look healthier, younger and fresher, and give you a renewed sense of confidence. By looking at the way your skin tone, eye and hair colour work together, you’ll be shown how to wear the colours from your personal palette. By considering your body shape, personality and lifestyle you will be able to select clothes that flatter your shape, make you look great and feel confident.

Venue: Salons de Laet, Lamorinièrestraat 240, 2018 Antwerp.

Meet: 10.00 am for coffee.

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Antwerp British and International Women, its officers and its members cannot be held responsible for the correctness of information given on this web site. Neither does it specifically endorse any of the services, organisations or companies mentioned. The contents of the web site do not necessarily reflect the view of ABIW members.