Tapas Crawl: Thursday September 14th 20:00
What better way to practice English than with food and wine?
Museum Visit: Wednesday September 13th 17:00
Come join us to visit the Animality exhibit.
Exhibit Visit: Photography in Amos Salvador: June 28th 19:00
End of the year activity!
Original Version Cinema -- The Whale: February 9th 19:45
Movie night and conversation afterwards at 7 Infantes Cinema.
Swap not Shop: January 29th 18:00
Come have a drink, practice English, and renew your wardrobe in a sustainable way.
Christmas Yankee Swap: December 15th 20:30
Join us at Barrio Bar to celebrate the holidays and participate in a Yankee Swap!
Visit to Wurth Museum: Thursday October 6th 17:45
Visit to the Wurth Museum to discuss the fantastic exhibit De la cabeza a los pies!
Art Walk: November 26th 19:00
Are you ready to practice your English outside of the class environment?
Come join us on November 16th at 19:00 to visit Francisco Gestal's current exhibit on display at La Lonja (c/ Beratúa 39, Logroño). Let me know if you are interested in coming so I know how many people to expect! You are also welcome to bring along an English-speaking friend or relative.
Come join us on November 16th at 19:00 to visit Francisco Gestal's current exhibit on display at La Lonja (c/ Beratúa 39, Logroño). Let me know if you are interested in coming so I know how many people to expect! You are also welcome to bring along an English-speaking friend or relative.
Fermentation Workshop: Friday February 12th 19:00
In collaboration with La Listilla I am offering an online workshop that is open to the public, so feel free to invite your friends. We will cover the basics of fermentation and specifically how to make sauerkraut! Email me to sign up.
Film Club: Saturday February 13th 2021 12:00
We are going to discuss the Oscar-winning movie Moonlight. Before the session, please watch the film (available to rent for less than 3 euros on Google Play, Youtube, and on Amazon Prime) and we will discuss it together!
Yoga in English: Sunday February 7th 2021 18:00
Connect for a yoga class led by Erin (a UK yoga teacher who lives in Logroño). All levels welcome, all you need is a mat!
Trivia Night: Sunday January 31st 2021 18:00
Pour yourself a glass of wine, a beer, or brew yourself a mug of herbal tea and connect with us to play a game of trivia.
Wine Tasting: Friday February 28th, 2020 18:00
Hey folks!
Come joing us for an extra activity! One of my students is an enologist and we are going to enjoy a wine tasting on Friday Feburary 28th at 18:00. There are limited spaces, so please confirm your attendance ASAP if you would like to come!
Best,
Kelly
Come joing us for an extra activity! One of my students is an enologist and we are going to enjoy a wine tasting on Friday Feburary 28th at 18:00. There are limited spaces, so please confirm your attendance ASAP if you would like to come!
Best,
Kelly
Theater! October 28th 19:30
This month's extra activity is going to be a play called PSS PSS inspired by silent film and the circus.
We will watch the play at the Bretón Theater and discuss our impressions over a drink after.
Come join!
We will watch the play at the Bretón Theater and discuss our impressions over a drink after.
Come join!
Upcoming events: November '17, December '17, January 18
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Hi guys!
Mark your calendars, I'm announcing the upcoming extra activities I'm offering in conjunction with your usual class programming. I recommend participating, it can be a great way to challenge yourself outside of the classroom. You're welcome to bring an English-speaking friend or relative along, but please confirm your attendance at least 2 days ahead of time. Tapas Crawl Eat, drink and speak English. As simple as that! Sunday November 19th 19:30 Yankee Swap A way to celebrate the holidays, exchanging gifts and good cheer. Thursday December 14th 20:30 Culture Club We will get together to discuss the thought-provoking book and TV Series, The Handmade's Tale. You can read the book in English (highly recommended!) in translation, or watch the show. Sunday January 28th 18:00 |
Original Version Cinema: October 19th 22:00
This week I'm offering the chance for some cinema in original version! We're going to go see Mother! on Thursday October 19th 22:00 at 7 Infantes Cinema. We will meet beforehand (9:15) for a drink and some conversation before the show.
If you are interested, please email me so I can reserve tickets.
If you are interested, please email me so I can reserve tickets.
Extra Activity in May - Hike in Trevijano
This month's extra activity will be a hike in Trevijano on Sunday May 29th 10:30. Come for a hike in one of La Rioja's most charming villages. We will enjoy some snacks after and will be finished in time to be back in Logroño around lunchtime.
If you'd like to come, please sign up by Monday May 23rd. Minimum 5 students to go ahead with the activity. Also, please specify if you'd like to carpool, and if so, if you have a car.
Upcoming Extra Activities!
We've got several upcoming extra activities. Take a look and sign up to practice your English! Did you know you can study English while learning how to cook, listening to a blues concert, or talking about photography? Sign up now!
Linguistic Immersion Weekend at LavidaesSueño
A whole weekend of English: workshops, hiking, Blues concert (with songs in English), cooking class. Two days of activities in English at the wonderful LavidaesSueño in San Román. Saturday March 12-Sunday March 13th. 100 Euros including all activities, accomodations in the hostel, and amazing food.
A whole weekend of English: workshops, hiking, Blues concert (with songs in English), cooking class. Two days of activities in English at the wonderful LavidaesSueño in San Román. Saturday March 12-Sunday March 13th. 100 Euros including all activities, accomodations in the hostel, and amazing food.
Hike and Blues
If you can't come to the whole weekend of Linguistic Immersion, you may like to come to an afternoon hike on Saturday March 12th in San Román and stay for the DevotoBlues Concert. Hike around 16, concert at 20. Concert tickets are 10 euros.
If you can't come to the whole weekend of Linguistic Immersion, you may like to come to an afternoon hike on Saturday March 12th in San Román and stay for the DevotoBlues Concert. Hike around 16, concert at 20. Concert tickets are 10 euros.
Photography Visit with the Artist
Currently, I have a photography exhibition at Planta Baja (c/ Cigüeña 10). On Friday April 8th 19:00 there will be a guided visit to the exhibition in English.
Hey folks!
In March I will be collaborating with the wonderful people at LavidaesSueño to offer a weekend of linguistic immersion in San Román. This activity is apart from the activities at Meetinghouse, but I wanted my students to know in case anyone is interested! Please contact Marta or Xabier to sign up.
Linguistic Immersion Weekend in English
Do you want to spend a weekend abroad without leaving Cameros?... then sign up for CAMEROS WEEKEND at LavidaesSueño on March 12th and 13th.
The weekend is designed for adults (18+) with at least an intermediate English level (B1, but no need to show your diploma). For only 100 euros you can perfect your English enjoying a full weekend in total immersion. English will be the oficial language of all our activities:
• Environment workshops
• Guided hikes around San Román and the surroundings (visit to the old tile oven)
• DevotoBlues Concert
• Cooking workshop
If you already have accomodations in Cameros and want to participate in the immersion activities, 87 euros.
Information and Reservations:
Xabier 628 66 66 34 Marta 657 73 46 88
In March I will be collaborating with the wonderful people at LavidaesSueño to offer a weekend of linguistic immersion in San Román. This activity is apart from the activities at Meetinghouse, but I wanted my students to know in case anyone is interested! Please contact Marta or Xabier to sign up.
Linguistic Immersion Weekend in English
Do you want to spend a weekend abroad without leaving Cameros?... then sign up for CAMEROS WEEKEND at LavidaesSueño on March 12th and 13th.
The weekend is designed for adults (18+) with at least an intermediate English level (B1, but no need to show your diploma). For only 100 euros you can perfect your English enjoying a full weekend in total immersion. English will be the oficial language of all our activities:
• Environment workshops
• Guided hikes around San Román and the surroundings (visit to the old tile oven)
• DevotoBlues Concert
• Cooking workshop
If you already have accomodations in Cameros and want to participate in the immersion activities, 87 euros.
Information and Reservations:
Xabier 628 66 66 34 Marta 657 73 46 88
Extra Activity: Sunday February 7th 19:00
Our next extra activity will be Sunday February 7th 19:00, to see the cult classic musical play (starring a Meetinghouse student!) Rocky Horror Picture Show whose songs are in English.
Tickets are limited so if you would like to come, please get in touch ASAP!
The price of the ticket is 12 euros.
Our next extra activity will be Sunday February 7th 19:00, to see the cult classic musical play (starring a Meetinghouse student!) Rocky Horror Picture Show whose songs are in English.
Tickets are limited so if you would like to come, please get in touch ASAP!
The price of the ticket is 12 euros.
Christmas Candy Workshop
Time for our December extra activity! I wasn't able to find an affordable kitchen with an oven to rent to make Christmas cookies, but don't worry, I have a great plan B - making Christmas Candy!
We will meet on Saturday December 12th at 10:00 in the class space (depending on the number of students) to try our hand at making some classic Christmas candies such as fudge, truffles, and almond brittle.
If you would like to come, please confirm by Thursday December 10th, a miminum of 5 students is required to go ahead with the activity.
Time for our December extra activity! I wasn't able to find an affordable kitchen with an oven to rent to make Christmas cookies, but don't worry, I have a great plan B - making Christmas Candy!
We will meet on Saturday December 12th at 10:00 in the class space (depending on the number of students) to try our hand at making some classic Christmas candies such as fudge, truffles, and almond brittle.
If you would like to come, please confirm by Thursday December 10th, a miminum of 5 students is required to go ahead with the activity.
Saturday November 14th 18:00
Visit and discuss a photography exhibit by Jesús Rocandio
This month's extra activity will be a visit and discussion of a photography exhibit by Jesús Rocandio.
We will meet on Saturday November 14th at 18:00 at Sala Amós Salvador.
Please confirm by Wednesday November 11th if you're interested (minimum 5 students to confirm activity).
Visit and discuss a photography exhibit by Jesús Rocandio
This month's extra activity will be a visit and discussion of a photography exhibit by Jesús Rocandio.
We will meet on Saturday November 14th at 18:00 at Sala Amós Salvador.
Please confirm by Wednesday November 11th if you're interested (minimum 5 students to confirm activity).
Extra Activity: Wednesday October 28th 21:00
Come carve pumpkins and chat with fellow students at Barrio Bar!
In honor of my favorite holiday, Halloween, this month's extra activity will be pumpkin carving on Tuesday October 21:00 at Barrio Bar! Learn how to make a real Jack-O-Lantern and enjoy chatting with other students. I will provide pumpkins. You should bring a knife.
If you would like to participate in pumpkin carving please confirm by Sunday October 25th. A miminum of 5 students will be required to hold the activity.
This activity will be held at Barrio Bar on Menéndez Pelayo, 10
Come carve pumpkins and chat with fellow students at Barrio Bar!
In honor of my favorite holiday, Halloween, this month's extra activity will be pumpkin carving on Tuesday October 21:00 at Barrio Bar! Learn how to make a real Jack-O-Lantern and enjoy chatting with other students. I will provide pumpkins. You should bring a knife.
If you would like to participate in pumpkin carving please confirm by Sunday October 25th. A miminum of 5 students will be required to hold the activity.
This activity will be held at Barrio Bar on Menéndez Pelayo, 10
Extra Activity in May
Rocky Horror Picture Show Musical
For this month's extra activity, we will go to a musical with songs in English! The classic Rocky Horror Picture Show will be perfomed at the Sala Gónzao de Berceo (Calvo Sotelo 11) Sunday May 10th 20:00.
Rocky Horror Picture Show Musical
For this month's extra activity, we will go to a musical with songs in English! The classic Rocky Horror Picture Show will be perfomed at the Sala Gónzao de Berceo (Calvo Sotelo 11) Sunday May 10th 20:00.
April extra activity-- Sunday 19th at 10:00
Extra Activity in April
Hike in Trevijano on Sunday April 19th 10:00.
This month we will hike in Trevijano on Sunday April 19th. We will meet at the parking lot at the beginning of town at 10:00. If you would like to come, please email and confirm, and tell me if you would like to carpool with other students. The hike will be an easy and pleasurable 1.5-2 hours and those who would like to enjoy a snack after are welcome to join us. I will provide some snacks and drinks at my house, if you would like to bring something, that would be great, but it's not required.
Here is a link to driving directions: google maps.
Hike in Trevijano on Sunday April 19th 10:00.
This month we will hike in Trevijano on Sunday April 19th. We will meet at the parking lot at the beginning of town at 10:00. If you would like to come, please email and confirm, and tell me if you would like to carpool with other students. The hike will be an easy and pleasurable 1.5-2 hours and those who would like to enjoy a snack after are welcome to join us. I will provide some snacks and drinks at my house, if you would like to bring something, that would be great, but it's not required.
Here is a link to driving directions: google maps.
Easter Egg Dying!
March's extra activity will be in honor of Easter and Spring
We will dye easter eggs on Sunday March 29th at 18:00. If you would like to participate, please email to confirm so that I can buy the appropriate number of materials. Thanks!
Best,
Kelly
March's extra activity will be in honor of Easter and Spring
We will dye easter eggs on Sunday March 29th at 18:00. If you would like to participate, please email to confirm so that I can buy the appropriate number of materials. Thanks!
Best,
Kelly
Cinema in February!
Sunday February 22nd 19:30
This month's extra activity will be movie night! We are going to see the movie Blue Ruin in original version with subtitles at the Bretón Theatre. Afterwards, we will have a drink to discuss our opinion about the movie. The price is 5 euros.
If you would like to join us, please confirm by Friday February 13th. I will buy the tickets to sit together. If you don't confirm by that day, you can still come, of course, but you will have to get your own ticket.
Sunday February 22nd 19:30
This month's extra activity will be movie night! We are going to see the movie Blue Ruin in original version with subtitles at the Bretón Theatre. Afterwards, we will have a drink to discuss our opinion about the movie. The price is 5 euros.
If you would like to join us, please confirm by Friday February 13th. I will buy the tickets to sit together. If you don't confirm by that day, you can still come, of course, but you will have to get your own ticket.
Game night!
Thursday January 15th 20:30 at La Retro.
Hi everybody! This month's extra activity will be this Thursday January 15th at 20:30. We will play games at La Retro! Come enjoy a great atmosphere and fun games, all while speaking English!
Thursday January 15th 20:30 at La Retro.
Hi everybody! This month's extra activity will be this Thursday January 15th at 20:30. We will play games at La Retro! Come enjoy a great atmosphere and fun games, all while speaking English!
December extra activity-- Thursday 11th at 20:30
Come celebrate the holidays with our annual Yankee Swap! In honor of the holidays we are going to get together for a fun gift exchange game. Here's everything you need to know.
Where: La Retro, Calvo Sotelo 9
When: Thursday December 11th 20:30
What do I need to bring and do? The Yankee Swap is a fun gift exchange game, but you do not need to buy anything. You must bring one wrapped recycled gift, anything you may have that you don't want anymore: a book, CD, gadget, decoration, etc. etc. I'm sure you have something at your home that you don't need, so wrap it and bring it to give away! You will receive a gift in return. Please do not buy a gift, recycle something that you already have.
Where: La Retro, Calvo Sotelo 9
When: Thursday December 11th 20:30
What do I need to bring and do? The Yankee Swap is a fun gift exchange game, but you do not need to buy anything. You must bring one wrapped recycled gift, anything you may have that you don't want anymore: a book, CD, gadget, decoration, etc. etc. I'm sure you have something at your home that you don't need, so wrap it and bring it to give away! You will receive a gift in return. Please do not buy a gift, recycle something that you already have.
November extra activity--Thursday 20th at 20:30
Extra Activities in November, December, and January will be a collaboration with Meetinghouse and Espacio La Retro located on Calvo Sotelo 9. All activities will be at 20:30, and are open to the public. Come speak English with us at a lovely place to relax and have a drink!
November's extra activity will be a poetry workshop. First, we will mingle and get to know eachother and break into smaller groups to read and discuss a few famous poems. All in the lovely space of La Retro!
November's extra activity will be a poetry workshop. First, we will mingle and get to know eachother and break into smaller groups to read and discuss a few famous poems. All in the lovely space of La Retro!
October extra activity-- Thursday 30th at 20:30
Come carve pumpkins and chat with fellow students!
In honor of my favorite holiday, Halloween, this month's extra activity will be pumpkin carving on Thursday October 30th at 20:30! Learn how to make a real Jack-O-Lantern and enjoy chatting with other students. I will provide pumpkins, refreshments, and halloween music. You should bring a knife.
For this activity, I need to know how many pumpkins to buy so please confirm if you would like to go before October 28th!
In honor of my favorite holiday, Halloween, this month's extra activity will be pumpkin carving on Thursday October 30th at 20:30! Learn how to make a real Jack-O-Lantern and enjoy chatting with other students. I will provide pumpkins, refreshments, and halloween music. You should bring a knife.
For this activity, I need to know how many pumpkins to buy so please confirm if you would like to go before October 28th!
June extra activity -- Sunday 15th at 19:00
Mark your calendars, our June extra activity will be Sunday June 15th at 19:00, a visit to the Teo Martinez exhibit at Casa de la Imagen, part of the prestigious PhotoEspaña festival.
Hike Around Trevijano -- Sunday May 25th 10:00
Hi Everybody,
The votes are in, our extra activity this month will be a lovely hike around Trevijano on Sunday May 25th 10:00. Please meet at the parking lot at the beginning of town at 10:00. If you would like to carpool, please email me to put you in contact with other students. You should plan to meet the other students and leave Logroño at 9:15 in order to arrive on time.
The hike will be an easy and pleasurable 1.5-2 hours and those who would like to enjoy a snack after are welcome to join us. I will provide some snacks and drinks at my house, if you would like to bring something, that would be great, but it's not required.
Here is a link to driving directions: google maps.
The votes are in, our extra activity this month will be a lovely hike around Trevijano on Sunday May 25th 10:00. Please meet at the parking lot at the beginning of town at 10:00. If you would like to carpool, please email me to put you in contact with other students. You should plan to meet the other students and leave Logroño at 9:15 in order to arrive on time.
The hike will be an easy and pleasurable 1.5-2 hours and those who would like to enjoy a snack after are welcome to join us. I will provide some snacks and drinks at my house, if you would like to bring something, that would be great, but it's not required.
Here is a link to driving directions: google maps.
April Extra Activity -- Thursday April 10th 20:30 -- Games at La Retro
Hi Everybody,
This week's extra activity will be this Thursday April 10th at 20:30. We will play games at La Retro (Calvo Sotelo 9).
You are welcome to bring friends along, but as always, it is in English!
This week's extra activity will be this Thursday April 10th at 20:30. We will play games at La Retro (Calvo Sotelo 9).
You are welcome to bring friends along, but as always, it is in English!
March Extra Activity-- Sunday 23rd at 20:00 at Tastavin Bar
Hi Everybody,
There has been a slight change of plans for this month's extra activity. The short film screening and commentary at La Retro on March 20th is still happening, but due to a scheduling conflict I am not able to lead the activity. So since I won't be able to be there, I am organizing another extra activity!
We are going to meet on Sunday March 23rd at 20:00 at the Tastavin Bar on San Juan Street for a tapas crawl. Come eat, drink, be merry and speaking English with us.
You are welcome to bring friends along, but as always, it is in English!
There has been a slight change of plans for this month's extra activity. The short film screening and commentary at La Retro on March 20th is still happening, but due to a scheduling conflict I am not able to lead the activity. So since I won't be able to be there, I am organizing another extra activity!
We are going to meet on Sunday March 23rd at 20:00 at the Tastavin Bar on San Juan Street for a tapas crawl. Come eat, drink, be merry and speaking English with us.
You are welcome to bring friends along, but as always, it is in English!
February, March and April Extra Activities
For the next three extra activities I am collaborating with a new space on my street, Espacio La Retro.
February's activity is a literary activity -- to read a short story and talk about it over coffee, wine or whatever you wish. Please read the story, Reunion by John Cheever in advance (PDF or online) beforehand and come to discuss it with us on Thursday February 27th 20:30 at La Retro (Calvo Sotelo 9).
This event is open to the public, but as always, is in English!
Let me know if you have any questions.
February's activity is a literary activity -- to read a short story and talk about it over coffee, wine or whatever you wish. Please read the story, Reunion by John Cheever in advance (PDF or online) beforehand and come to discuss it with us on Thursday February 27th 20:30 at La Retro (Calvo Sotelo 9).
This event is open to the public, but as always, is in English!
Let me know if you have any questions.
January Extra Activity -- Friday January 31st at 18:00
Come discuss a photography exhibit with us in English!
The first extra activity of 2014 will be a visit and discussion of the photography exhibit currently at Sala Amos Salvador. Please meet us there on Friday January 31st at 18:00 at Sala Amos Salvador to discuss it in English!
You're welcome to bring English speaking guests.
The first extra activity of 2014 will be a visit and discussion of the photography exhibit currently at Sala Amos Salvador. Please meet us there on Friday January 31st at 18:00 at Sala Amos Salvador to discuss it in English!
You're welcome to bring English speaking guests.
December Extra Activity -- Thursday December 19th at 20:30
Come celebrate the holidays, practice English and exchange gifts with us!
The votes are in -- we are going to have our December Extra Activity on Thursday December 19th at 20:30. We are going to have a Yankee Swap (a.k.a. White Elephant Party). You must bring a wrapped gift to the party! It's not necessary to spend any money, please recycle something you have that you don't use anymore, or something that you have made yourself. We will play a fun game to exchange the gifts!
Please email me if you want to participate so I can calculate how many people will come. We will meet at the class space, but if there are many people who want to participate, I will look for a bigger place.
Merry Christmas.
The votes are in -- we are going to have our December Extra Activity on Thursday December 19th at 20:30. We are going to have a Yankee Swap (a.k.a. White Elephant Party). You must bring a wrapped gift to the party! It's not necessary to spend any money, please recycle something you have that you don't use anymore, or something that you have made yourself. We will play a fun game to exchange the gifts!
Please email me if you want to participate so I can calculate how many people will come. We will meet at the class space, but if there are many people who want to participate, I will look for a bigger place.
Merry Christmas.
Visit to the Museum of La Rioja -- Saturday November 16th 17:00
JOIN US to speak English and meet other students!
Next week we are going to get together for November's Extra Activity. I've never been to the Museum of La Rioja and would like to take the chance to visit it with my students!
Who? All students are invited and are welcome to bring friends who want to speak English with us.
Where? Let's meet in the Plaza de San Agustín outside of the museum.
When? Saturday November 16th 17:00
Next week we are going to get together for November's Extra Activity. I've never been to the Museum of La Rioja and would like to take the chance to visit it with my students!
Who? All students are invited and are welcome to bring friends who want to speak English with us.
Where? Let's meet in the Plaza de San Agustín outside of the museum.
When? Saturday November 16th 17:00
Beginning of the year party -- Friday October 25th 20:30
Come celebrate the beginning of another year at Meetinghouse! Bring an appetizer (like a tapa) with the recipe to share. You are welcome to bring friends or family who want to speak English with us!
Wine Tasting and Treats -- Thursday June 20th 19:30
This month we will will have a wine tasting with some snacks (in English of course!!!) at Habemus Rioja on Thursday June 20th at 19:30. Please si
Hike Around Trevijano -- Sunday May 12th 10:00
We will go for a hike in the area around Trevijano to see the views of the Leza Canyon, the old ice house, and some aromatic plants in bloom. The hike will last approximately 2 hours and I will provide a light snack afterwards.
You are welcome to bring friends or family who would like to speak English with us! Please sign up with the online form so I know how approximately many people to expect.
We will meet at 10:00 at the viewpoint at the entrance of town. You can park at the entrace of town on the right. Here are directions to get there.
We will coordinate the carpool from the info in the sign up forms, but if anyone does not have a car, please email me directly to assure we find you a space in someone's car!
You are welcome to bring friends or family who would like to speak English with us! Please sign up with the online form so I know how approximately many people to expect.
We will meet at 10:00 at the viewpoint at the entrance of town. You can park at the entrace of town on the right. Here are directions to get there.
We will coordinate the carpool from the info in the sign up forms, but if anyone does not have a car, please email me directly to assure we find you a space in someone's car!
