As "Auslanders" in Switzerland, we've found that there are several, country-specific cultural celebrations (holidays and sporting events) that just are not given the proper love & attention that we are accustomed to back in our homeland(s). And since the Canton of Zurich is comprised of just over 30% foreign nationals, all with diverse backgrounds and cultural heritages, we felt that it was time for us to unite. Thus, Züri Expats was formed to address this ongoing challenge. "We're Loud and w …

Hi, Im new to the area, Xmas 2010, from Cheshire in UK, and Im very happy to travel to the bright lights of Zurich to meet other new people at the various Meetup Groups there. But it occured to me there must be people living / working here in Schaffhausen / Winterthur who would prefer to socialise locally, with other expats and our local Swiss friends. Are you one of those? Let me know what you enjoy, what you would like to do or see happening, and lets see what we can organise this Spring/Summe …

LUZERN, APRIL 29th.2012   The Canadian Expat Association Zürich is a Club for Canadian or Non Canadian who like to join International event, like Celebrating National Day or Party Get together in different restaurant which servered: Asian, European, Latin America and Australian food. Or you can recommended an idea ! Just call me, mobile : 076 490 29 40 or email me under: sploo@sunrise.ch   Best regards,   Sien Ping LOO ( Organizer ) or Alien_007 !

So cool living abroad: meeting people from all over the world, learning first-hand information about many countries, having fun in so many new ways! But... how about a little bit of "back to the roots feeling" sometimes? Making jokes in the own mother tongue, doing nonsense without cultural differences, watching Italian cult movies (ehm...like in the welcome message to this group ;-)... Sooo...the group is just about having some hang outs "Italian style", for networking and fun! :-) Italiani di …

A place dedicated to language, reading and making learning fun. Trying to learn German, French, English by yourself? Wondering about the best strategies for your little one: when and how to introduce language sounds, words and writing?  A warm welcome to all parents out there who want to meet to talk about their children and education! Find like-minded people interested in literacy. This group has no membership fees and no participation commitment. Join us when it is convenient for you.

I know how hard it can be to struggle alone in business. I also know how great it feels to have someone listen to you, whether you have an idea for a business or are in the process of starting one. So I am starting a meet-up group called "Women Brainstorming Business". One of my aims is to encourage women to support each other in any way we can - and meeting up is a great way for us to learn more from each other as women and to grow our contacts and our businesses. I have my own online wom …

Bringing women together who live or work in and around Zurich to meet new people, make friends and enjoy relaxed social activities. Whether from or new to Zurich, local or expat if you are interested in widening your social circle this group is about; catching up over coffee, cultural visits to art galleries, museums or enjoying a glamorous evening cocktail in the city! Everyone welcome! English is the group’s common language but there will be women who speak German or other languages. You will …

Are you learning German and just not getting all the practice you need? Join our weekly Stammtisch at the Fork & Bottle for some relaxed and fun German conversation.

Glad my time came to share technics of kundalini yoga in Zurich. Your level and previous experience are not important, lessons contain a lot of explanation not only for exersizes themselves but which is more important for the purpose of it. Kundalini is said to be the oldest yoga and includes practices against depression, stres, adictive behaviours and much more. Finally, we have 3 teachers in one studio at Waldmannstrasse 8, Zurich 8001, Bellvue, so you can chose most suitable course for yourse …

Meet local French language and culture lovers for conversation and fun! Come to a French Language Meetup and make new amis as you practice speaking & build your vocabulary, at any level, on any topic. All ages and levels welcome! Native speakers are also very welcome but have to be aware that there are many people attending whose French is far away from fluent! So please speak slowly and DO NOT SPEAK ENGLISH OR GERMAN! :-) --------------------- C'est un Meetup pour tout le monde qui aime le …

A group for people who love food and wine. Our events are focused on becoming familiar with new food and wine producers, both in Switzerland and from abroad. We get producers to come to our events and give us the inside scoop on production and what makes their products special. Of course members usually get great pricing on products and access to special limited release products.

Triff Dich mit Rohkost-EnthusiastInnen aus der Umgebung. Wir organisieren Potlucks (Teilete), Picknicks, Kräuterwanderungen, Film-Abende, Seminare, etc. rund um das Thema Rohkost. Diese Gruppe bietet eine hervorragende Gelegenheit Gleichgesinnte kennen zu lernen, rohköstliche Speisen zu teilen, Erfahrungen auszutauschen und Spass zu haben. Anlässe finden in der ganzen Schweiz statt, wo immer sich GastgeberInnen finden lassen. Egal ob langjährige RohköstlerInnen oder Neugierige, alle sind herzlic …

Wanna go to the movies? Perhaps have a drink before or afterwards? Not really keen on going by yourself? Well, then this would be the right group for you. This group welcomes Locals as well as foreigners/newcomers/expats, etc etc. If you have a specific movie in mind or if you wanna organize a Movie Night yourself on a specific day, just send me a mail and I can post the event. see you soon at the movies! Cheers, Guillaume

This group meets up every Thursday evening from 6.30pm - 7.30pm to dance & act together in an amazing class in Zurich's trendy Seefeld neighborhood. It is an inspiring event, a celebration of the cosmopolitan lifestyle of expats and locals. It is geared towards the modern city citizen that elegantly manages to achieve a healthy work-life balance by adding a sexy dance class to the busy work schedule.

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

International Friendship Club (IFC) is dedicated to discovering and exploring various cultural, dining and outdoor activities that Zurich and a wonderful country like Switzerland has to offer. This club is also about what we have to offer and share amongs each other, the richness of our own cultures mixed with the culture of Switzerland, our host country. Please note that IFC is the club for you and about you, so do write with your suggestions and ideas for future events, but also about ho …