Need some relief from a long cold winter? Join us for activities, from gallery and museum tours to Chinese New Year celebrations to lunches and language groups and sports.
Tours, Talks, etc.
Saturday, 7 February A visit to the Scharf Collection, currently on display at the Alte Nationalgalerie: a remarkable selection of European paintings, from Goya to Monet, Cézanne, and Bonnard.
Monday, 9 February A visit to the South African embassy, with a brief talk about South Africa—and of course refreshments!
Saturday, 14 February The first of a series of private guided tours of art galleries and private collections in Berlin. This month we visit Sprüth & Magers Gallery.
Saturday, 21 February A guided tour of the Konzerthaus, one of Berlin’s most imposing attractions.
Tuesday, 24 February Founding session for an environmental group. What do we know and what can we do about the current state of the environment?
Thursday, 26 February A visit to the exhibition, “Glamour and Geometry: Art Deco in Illustration” at the Bröhan Museum.
Saturday, 28 February Still life art class. We’ll think about what makes a good composition and look at examples from art history. Different drawing materials will be on offer to try out: graphite, charcoal, pastels, watercolours.
Food, Drinks, and Friends
Tuesday, 10 February Celebrate Chinese New Year 2026, the year of the Horse, with lunch in an elegant and spacious Chinese-Mongolian restaurant with replicas of famous terracotta warriors.
Friday, 20 February Lunch in the exotic and inviting ambience at Vedis Indian Restaurant
Friday, 27 February A Couples’ Evening offers a chance to get to know your fellow-members’ “better halves” in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
Book Groups
Wednesday, 11 February The Biographies Book Group discusses Kingmaker: Pamela Churchill Harriman’s Astonishing Life of Seduction, Intrigue and Power by Sonia Purnell.
Wednesday, 18 February The Poetry for Pleasure group meets to read and discuss poetry in multiple languages.
Monday, 23 February The Afternoon Book Group discusses What We Can Know by Ian McEwan
Keeping Fit
Friday, 6 February Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a Tai Chi course. Reduces stress, improves balance—no experience needed. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Saturday, 7 February A hiking group explores the less well-known green areas and parks in Berlin on foot.
Thursdays, 5 and 19 February The Dog Walking Group, for owners and friends of dogs.
Every Wednesday morning A walk around Schlachtensee
Every Thursday morning A walk around Tiergarten
A yoga course for beginners, at times convenient for participants, helps to build strength, flexibility, and calm at your own pace.
Languages, Crafts, and Games
Mondays, 9 and 23 Febuary English Speakers
Tuesdays, 10 and 24 February German Speakers
Wednesdays. 11 and 25 February French Speakers
Fridays, 6 and 20 February Italian Speakers
The Club has multiple Mah Jong groups that play regularly, as well as a crafts group that meets at participants’ convenience.
Photo credit: Brigitte Jäger
