WICE's Games, Crafts, and Lifestyle program offers a diverse range of activities to cater to varied interests. Whether you're looking to engage your mind with games like mahjong and bridge, explore hands-on crafts such as knitting, or focus on physical wellness through yoga and pilates, there's something for everyone. Beyond the activities themselves, one of the underlying joys of this program is the chance it provides to meet new people and forge lasting friendships. The gatherings serve as a nexus for members to connect, share experiences, and bond over shared passions and interests.

We recognize the importance of both traditional activities and contemporary interests. That's why you'll find offerings like the French game of pétanque alongside modern fitness routines. The program is flexible, adapting to the evolving interests of our members by introducing new classes and events while maintaining established mainstays.

With the Games, Crafts, and Lifestyle program, WICE aims not only to provide members with opportunities to relax and learn new skills but also to foster a vibrant community where connections are made, and friendships flourish.

You can be kept abreast of this by subscribing to our newsletter, WICE Direct, following our FaceBook page, or by simply keeping an eye on this page.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • GS181 Needlework at Valerie's

    • 18 Sep 2024
    • 18 Dec 2024
    • 11 sessions
    • Arts et Metier, The Marais, Paris

    WICE member Valerie Helmbreck-Mascitti (knitting on the left) opens her lovely apartment in the Marais every Wednesday afternoon to WICE members for an afternoon of needlework: knitting, crocheting, creweling, embroidery, etc..

    Any and all WICE needle workers are welcome to attend. Bring your project, and if you're so inclined, something to nosh on (by no means necessary).

    Valerie's apartment is conveniently located near the Arts et Metier metro stop (lines 3 and 11). For more information, send an email to wice@wice-paris.org.

    For those who want to learn how to knit, WICE member Deborah Hunter will be holding classes in the late-winter or spring, so keep your eye on our activity calendar, our FaceBook page, or subscribe to our newsletter, WICE Direct.                     

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  • GS031 Mahjong with Gail

    • 20 Sep 2024
    • 20 Dec 2024
    • 14 sessions
    • Near Ségur metro stop (line 10)
    • 4

    WICE member Gail Carline hosts mahjong games in her lovely 7th arrondissement apartment on Friday afternoons when there are enough players to make a game. Any and all WICE members who know how to play American-style mahjong are welcome to attend.

    Don't know how to play mahjong? Gail holds classes when there is sufficient interest.

    Whether you want to play or want to learn, contact Gail through WICE at wice@wice-paris.org to connect.

    Bring something to sip and to nosh on if you're so inclined (by no means necessary).

    Gail's apartment is located conveniently near the Ségur metro stop (line 10). The address, door code, and phone number will be sent upon registration.

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  • GO221 Introduction to French Cheeses

    • 22 Oct 2024
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • TBD
    • 10

    How much do you know about all that wonderful cheese you've been devouring?

    WICE is having a special program that's sure to arouse your taste buds and show you how to select cheese at any affineur.

    Emily Monaco, an internationally-known writer on Tout Le Fromage, will discuss:



    • The different families of French cheese and how and why they’re divided up
    • The techniques used to make each of these families of cheese and what to expect from their flavors
    • What AOC/AOP means when it comes to cheese and when (or if) it matters
    • How to build a balanced cheese board and how to cut cheese properly

    And of course, where there’s cheese education there’s also cheese tasting!

    Price: 35 Euros which includes cheese 

    Registration opens on 01 October 2024.

    About the Instructor:

    Born and raised in New York City, Emily Monaco has been living in France since 2007. An Academy of Cheese Associate, international cheese judge, and die-hard cheese lover, she works as a journalist covering cheese (and other tasty specialties) for publications including Atlas Obscura and the BBC.

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  • GD031 The Cheeses of Normandy

    • 03 Dec 2024
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • TBD
    • 9

    France is home to a wealth of regional cheeses, and for lovers of soft, creamy creations, there's perhaps no place better than Normandy to start your discovery.

    Emily Monaco, an internationally-known writer and cheese judge, will present five Norman cheeses, delving into their origin stories and shedding light on some of the more contentious battles fought on the local cheesescape by small producers and the large corporations looking to take advantage of Norman cheese's international reputation.

    Taste your way through these delightful creations with Emily, and come away with a deeper knowledge and appreciation for this region's cheese.

    Price: €35, which includes the cheeses.

    Registration opens on 03 November 2024.

    About the Instructor:

    Born and raised in New York City, Emily Monaco has been living in France since 2007. An Academy of Cheese Associate, international cheese judge, and die-hard cheese lover, she works as a journalist covering cheese (and other tasty specialties) for publications including Atlas Obscura and the BBC.

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