Jolly Dragon
International English Speakers Association of Finland
University
of Helsinki Debating Society (UHDS)
Toastmasters
International Now in
Helsinki & Tampere!
The
International Wine & Food Society
The
American Women's Club, Finland
Caisa:
International Cultural Centre
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Jolly Dragon
Jolly Dragon is a Helsinki-based group which arranges a HUGE variety of sports and social events for anyone who's keen to come along. A sample of activities includes wine & cheese nights, karting, yoga, squash, swimming, ten-pin bowling, salsa nights... the list goes on. Apart from that, many of the activities are free and benefits include discounted entry and drinks in various bars and clubs. Their motto? Not surprisingly, 'Serious about fun!'
Membership to Jolly Dragon is free. You can join by e-mailing captain@jollydragon.net or by giving your email address to any existing member at a Jolly Dragon activity. A complete calendar of events and activities is available at the Jolly Dragon web site.
Go to Jolly Dragon: http://www.jollydragon.net
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International English Speakers Association of Finland (IESAF)
The International English Speakers Association of Finland (IESAF) is a group of international people living in and around Finland who communicate in a common language: English. The purpose of the organization is to share different cultures, provide networking opportunities & social contacts, and offer information and discussion about everyday life in Finland.
The IESAF Forum ("The Sauna") is a forum / bulletin board providing valuable information on living in Finland; anyone can view posts but you must register (free) to add or reply to posts.
IESAF has many social events - the "Sauna Portal" gives information on upcoming occasions.
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University
of Helsinki Debating Society (UHDS)
The University of Helsinki Debating
Society (UHDS) is a club under the Student Union of
the University of Helsinki. Every week debates
are held on current issues and funny topics.
From the UHDS site: "We want to
speak persuasively and logically, we want to think quickly
on our feet and not let our opponent take the initiative,
we want to present our cases powerfully and flawlessly.
We want to be able to speak anywhere, anytime, on any
topic, in front of any audience."
Apart from being entertaining and thought-provoking,
the UHDS provides a good social occasion. David McGeady
of the Society writes "Roughly half of us are expats
and the other half Finnish. No previous experience is
necessary, and you don't have to speak at the debate
if you don't feel like it - you can just listen! We
then head down to 'the Dubliner' for a few pints. Join
our mailing list, and find out more about us and debating
at http://www.helsinki.fi/jarj/debating/."
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Toastmasters
International
Toastmasters
is the world’s
leading organisation dedicated to helping its members
learn to speak effectively, both in professional and
personal situations. The first Toastmasters club in
Finland was started in November 2004 in Helsinki.
General Informaion:
Toastmasters International Info Sheet ( pdf Word )
Toastmasters International: www.toastmasters.org
Helsinki Toastmasters
Helsinki Toastmasters meets twice
a month from 5:30 - 7:10 p.m. Each meeting gives everyone
an opportunity to learn and practice the skills of
communication.Our members are a mix of
Finnish and international professionals (mostly), who
wish to practice their public speaking skills with
a friendly and supportive audience.
Meetings are always open to guests
interested in finding out more about how the Toastmasters program
works.
More information:
Helsinki Toastmasters Web Site: http://helsinki.freetoasthost.com
E-mail: helsinkitoastmasters@yahoo.com
Tampere Toastmasters - New
club to start!
Join us to find
out more about the new Tampere Toastmasters Club! Please
let us know if you are interested by emailing.
We’ll
send you information about the next meeting and reserve
a seat for you.
Web
site (temporary)
Email: tamperetoastmasters@gmail.com
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The
International Wine & Food Society (Helsinki, Tampere)
The International Wine & Food Society
Helsinki Branch was founded at Restaurant Särkänlinna
in 1987. Today there are about 120 members in the Helsinki
branch, with more in Tampere.
The Helsinki Branch has held about
160 events, most of them gourmet meals cooked by the
members themselves. Cooking demonstrations and courses
have also been arranged at restaurant schools, and members
have been invited to a large number of commercial wine
tastings and other presentations.
Establishing international contacts is an important
activity of the Society.
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The
American Women's Club, Finland
The American Women’s Club in
Finland was founded in 1970. Its mission is to provide
a means for social interaction for women of American
nationality or heritage residing in Finland. The club
has over 200 members - half of these are American and
the others are Finnish or International. The Americans
are a diverse group who are married to Finns, stationed
here with the American Embassy, or working or studying
in Finland.
The AWC promotes the furtherance of knowledge and mutual
understanding between women of the United States of
America and the Republic of Finland.
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Caisa:
International Cultural Centre
Caisa
is the International Cultural Centre in Helsinki. Its
aim is to support multicultural development of the city
by promoting interaction of people from different
countries, and by providing information about various
cultures and about Finnish society.
Caisa has a full programme
of events including, music, theatre, lectures, discussion
groups and more... even Hula Hula!
Caisa:
Mikonkatu 17 C, Helsinki
Tel: 09 169 3316
http://kulttuuri.hel.fi/caisa/index_en.html
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