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SUMMARY:Walk & Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Walk and Coffee \n\n\n\nPlease join us on Tuesday 2 March for a walk around Helsinki. Easy\, flat walk around 5km. Meet at 10am in front of Catholic Church Pyhän Henrikin aukio 1 A\, 00140 Helsinki. This is Kaivopuisto\, on Tram 3. We will walk out to Uunisaaro accross the winter bridge. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Catholci Church\, Kaivopuisto\n\n\n\nDifficulty level: easy \n\n\n\nDeadline to register: 3/3/2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: guests are welcome\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Sarah Kolkman\,  sarahkolkman@gmail.com\, +44 7555 523082
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/walk-coffee/
CATEGORIES:Events for active adventurers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250311T140000
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SUMMARY:Mamma Rosa | March social luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary luncheon experience hosted by the International Women’s Club of Helsinki! Every month\, we gather to foster connections\, share experiences\, and embrace a sense of community. This March\, we’re gathering at Mamma Rosa for a laid-back social luncheon.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule: 12:00-14:00 Luncheon\n\n\n\nVenue : Runeberginkatu 55 in Helsinki\n\n\n\nCapacity: 25 participants\n\n\n\nMembers & their friends are welcome\n\n\n\nLast day to register or cancel is Friday before the event by 10am. \n\n\n\nOrganiser: Vivi Patricia Manginsela
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/mamma-rosa-march-social-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Events,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250312T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014306
CREATED:20250221T182601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T180922Z
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SUMMARY:Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Helsinki | Generation Z – Music & Design
DESCRIPTION:The Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Helsinki and the wife of the Ambassador Adriana Kristofikova\, cordially invites you to an exclusive evening of music and design\, featuring talented Slovak artists Veronika Bridová (accordion) and Hana Rehorčíková (design). Enjoy a captivating accordion performance by Veronika Bridová\, a rising talent from The Sibelius Academy\, followed by an exhibition of sustainable and heritage-inspired design by Hana Rehorčíková. The evening will conclude with a glass of fine Slovak wine. \n\n\n\nThis exclusive event is limited to 20 guests from the IWCH. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: The Embassy of the Slovak Republic\, Vähäniityntie 5\, Helsinki\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity of the event: 20 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 10.3.2025 at 12pm\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: members only\n\n\n\nCost: Free
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/embassy-of-the-slovak-republic-in-helsinki-generation-z-music-design/
CATEGORIES:Events for art lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250318T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014306
CREATED:20250221T190339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T055923Z
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SUMMARY:Inside the arts | An Enlightening Journey
DESCRIPTION:Let’s meet at the central railway station to visit together the exhibition “An Enlightening Journey: the new voices of France” photographed Juliette de Cuzey with the support of the French Cultural Institute in Helsinki and VR.The exhibition consists of photo portraits of young immigrants who also tell their story in their own words through video interviews and short texts. These young people are students at a vocational high school in Beauvais in France and part of an emergency education program designed to quickly allow them to join the curriculums offered there.The project goal is to fight against essentialization and discrimination by bringing to the front stage the students’ unique stories of strength\, hope and resilience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue: Helsinki central railway station Kaivokatu 1\, 00100 Helsinki\, Finland\n\n\n\nLast Day to Sign Up: 10.3.2025\n\n\n\nOpen to our members and their guests\n\n\n\nOrganisers: Tanja Vuorela (+358408266103)\, Juliette de Cuzey (+358452105753)
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/inside-the-arts-an-enlightening-journey/
CATEGORIES:Events for art lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250325T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250325T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014306
CREATED:20250221T184909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T184917Z
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SUMMARY:Didrichsen | "On The World’s Shore" – Reidar Särestöniemi 100 Years
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the Reidar Särestöniemi 100 Years exhibition\, On The World’s Shore\, at the Didrichsen Art Museum. Särestöniemi\, one of Finland’s most celebrated painters\, is known for his bold colors and expressive depictions of Arctic nature. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into his work and artistic legacy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Didrichsen Art Museum\, Kuusilahdenkuja 1\, 00340 Helsinki\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity of the event: 25 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 21.3.2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: members only\n\n\n\nCost: 16€/14€ or museumcard. The Club sponsors the guide.\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Tuula Meres-Wuori\, tel. 0503047649
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/didrichsen-on-the-worlds-shore-reidar-sarestoniemi-100-years/
CATEGORIES:Events for art lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250326T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250326T170000
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SUMMARY:Ivana Helsinki
DESCRIPTION:May 15\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				18:00			\n		\n									\n					 – 				\n			\n							\n					20:00				\n			\n						 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIvana Helsinki is the most iconic\, Scandinavian independent art\, fashion\, design and cinema brand\, delicately merging Slavic melancholy with pure Scandinavian moods and eclectic Americana Vintage with a hint of nostalgia.In Ivana Helsinki universe is balancing between white arctic summer nights and endless winter sadness. Eerie hovering isolation and intense starkness. Ivana Helsinki collections are like small ballads with charming\, soulful and savvy tones.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: At IVANA HELSINKI House\, Palopirtintie 15\n\n\n\n26th March 2025\, from 15.00 till 17.00\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity of the event: 30 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 24.03.2025\n\n\n\nWine& snacks\, complimentary sale code valid at the IVANA HELSINKI Flagship store at the event\, -25% off\n\n\n\nWho is the organiser: Olena Podoleva\, tel.0451514380\, e-mail o.podoleva@gmail.com
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/ivana-helsinki/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for fashion devotees
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250408T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250331T171523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T055318Z
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SUMMARY:April Luncheon with H.E Jeanette Stovel\, Ambassador of Canada
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to our April Luncheon at Mamma Rosa\, located at Runeberginkatu 55\, Helsinki. This special event will feature H.E. Ambassador Jeanette Stovel of Canada as our guest speaker. Ambassador Stovel will share her insights and experiences\, making this an inspiring and engaging afternoon. We look forward to welcoming you to this wonderful gathering and to hearing from Ambassador Stovel. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n11:30-12:00 Registration\n\n\n\n12:00-14:00 Presentation & luncheon\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue : Runeberginkatu 55\, 00260 Helsinki\n\n\n\nCapacity: 25 participants\n\n\n\nMembers & their friends are welcome\n\n\n\nLast day to register or cancel is Friday before the event by 10am. \n\n\n\nOrganiser: Darta Svarcs
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/april-luncheon-with-h-e-jeanette-stovel-ambassador-of-canada/
CATEGORIES:Events,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250409T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250319T093012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T093017Z
UID:5068-1744192800-1744200000@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Walk & Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Walk and Coffee \n\n\n\nPlease join us on Wednesday 9 April for a walk around Munkkiniemi. Easy\, flat walk around 5km. Meet at the end stop of Tram 4 in Munkkiniemi.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Munkkiniemi\n\n\n\nDifficulty level: easy \n\n\n\nDeadline to register: 8/4/2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: guests are welcome\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Sarah Kolkman\,  sarahkolkman@gmail.com\, +44 7555 523082
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/walk-coffee-2/
CATEGORIES:Events for active adventurers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250415T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250401T133759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T133801Z
UID:5238-1744718400-1744722000@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Visit to The newly renovated Finlandia Hall
DESCRIPTION:Alvar Aalto’s iconic creation\, Finlandia Hall\, is an experiential event centre and a fascinating meeting place in the middle of the most beautiful part of Helsinki. Come with us to visit it in April now that is has been renovated! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Mannerheimintie 13 e\, 00100 Helsinki\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity of the event: 30 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 13.04.2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: members only\n\n\n\nCost: The Club sponsors the guide.\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Tuula Meres-Wuori\, tel. 0503047649
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-to-the-newly-renovated-finlandia-hall/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250422T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250321T194555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T194649Z
UID:5092-1745334000-1745341200@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Visit Moomin's head office with the IWCH
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a networking event at Moomin Characaters’ head office. Moomin Characters’ Managing Director\, Roleff Kråkström talks about the company\, Moomin Characters Oy Ltd that is the official copyright holder of all the Moomin characters\, celebrating 80 years this year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Salmisaarenranta 7 L\, Helsinki\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity of the event: 40 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 18.04.2025\n\n\n\nWho is the organiser: Olena Podoleva\, tel.0451514380\, e-mail o.podoleva@gmail.com
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-moomins-head-office-with-the-iwch/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers,Events for business explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250424T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250424T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250331T113018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T165616Z
UID:5182-1745514000-1745519400@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Inside the arts | Furry Darlings opening at Halmetoja gallery
DESCRIPTION:Join the Helsinki Women’s Club for an Artful Evening! \n\n\n\nWe are delighted to invite you to the opening of Furry Darlings\, an exhibition by Laura Kärki\, at Halmetoja Gallery on April 24th at 5 PM. \n\n\n\nAfter the vernissage\, we will continue our evening at Torni\, where we can enjoy a drink together and share our impressions of the exhibition in a relaxed setting. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue: \n\nHalmetoja\, Kalevankatu 16\, Helsinki\n\n\n\nTorni roof top bar\n\n\n\n\n\nLast Day to Sign Up: 23.04.2025\n\n\n\nFree entrance at the gallery.\n\n\n\nOpen to our members and their guests\n\n\n\nOrganisers: Tanja Vuorela (+358408266103)\, Juliette de Cuzey (+358452105753)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA few words about Laura Kärki\n\n\n\n\n\nLaura Kärki (b. 1978\, Lahti) is a multidisciplinary artist working between Berlin and Helsinki. With a background in textile design\, ceramics\, and digital arts\, she explores life’s complexities through diverse media\, including 3D-printed clay\, photography\, and soundscapes. Her internationally exhibited works often blend poetry and visual art\, creating immersive and thought-provoking experiences.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/inside-the-arts-furry-darlings-opening-at-halmetoja-gallery/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250331T174351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T060932Z
UID:5198-1745863200-1745870400@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Visit Nina Leppälä’s art studio
DESCRIPTION:April 28th 2025 at 18.00-20.00 a visit to our own member Nina Leppälä’s Gallery where Nina will display her art work.  Address: Lämittäjänkatu 2\, 00880 Helsinki.  A 10 minute walk from the Herttoniemi Metrostation. Parking is available in the street. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Lämittäjänkatu 2\, 00880 Helsinki\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity of the event: 20 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 25.04.2025\n\n\n\nMembers only\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Nina Leppälä\, +358 40 4184775
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-nina-leppalas-art-studio/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250507T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250417T093239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T141838Z
UID:5539-1746612000-1746622800@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Walk & Coffee - Suomenlinna
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Walk and Coffee \n\n\n\nPlease join us on Wednesday 7 May for a walk around Suomenlinna. Moderate\, fairly flat walk around 5km. Meet at Market Square\, next to ferry terminal\, from 9:45. We are catching the 10:00 am ferry so don’t be late! We will walk for approx 1 hour\, have a coffee and then catch the return ferry to Market Square. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Market Square\, near to ferry departure point\n\n\n\nDifficulty level: Moderate\n\n\n\nDeadline to register: 6 May 2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: guests are welcome\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Sarah Kolkman
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/walk-coffee-suomenlinna/
CATEGORIES:Events for active adventurers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250513T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250430T090253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T123131Z
UID:5678-1747134000-1747144800@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:IWCH Annual General Meeting | Luncheon at Mamma Rosa
DESCRIPTION:This is the last luncheon of the season 2024-2025 and our AGM. Please\, join us for a thorough recap of the year: activities offered\, members recruited\, and budget management. As a women’s club\, we’ve had an exciting year and the board can’t wait to share with you all what has been achieved in the last months.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n10:30-11:00 Arrival. Please\, note that the restaurant will be closed before 10:30.\n\n\n\n11:00-12:00 AGM\n\nThe meeting is called to order\n\n\n\nThe elections of a chairperson and secretary for the meeting\n\n\n\nSelect scrutineers of the minutes of the AGM\n\n\n\nLegality and corum\n\n\n\nPresentation of the Annual Report\, the accounts of the year and the auditor‘s report\n\n\n\nConfirming of the closing of the accounts and action is taken to release the Executive Board of responsibility\n\n\n\nThe presentation of the activity plan for the following year and the approval of the membership dues and the budget for the following year.\n\n\n\nAction is taken on the number of regular and alternate members of the Executive Board\n\n\n\nThe President of the Club for the following one-year-period is elected\n\n\n\nOther regular and alternate members of the Executive Board are elected\n\n\n\nTwo auditors and deputy auditors are elected\n\n\n\nOther matters mentioned in the notice are considered\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00-14:00: Luncheon. With lunch the club will offer a complimentary glass of sparkling wine.\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue : Runeberginkatu 55 in Helsinki\n\n\n\nCapacity: 50 participants\n\n\n\nMembers only\n\n\n\nLast day to register or cancel is Friday before the event by 10am. \n\n\n\nOrganiser: Darta Svarcs
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/iwch-annual-general-meeting-luncheon-at-mamma-rosa/
CATEGORIES:Events,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250429T084241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T132424Z
UID:5685-1747332000-1747339200@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Avanto Art & Movement | City wellness retreat
DESCRIPTION:???? A Journey to relaxation and renewal exclusively for our members???? \n\n\n\nDear IWCH Members\, we warmly invite you to a special evening of movement\, and connection at Avanto Art & Movement (Alppikatu 15\, Kallio) on May 15th\, from 18:00 to 20:00 offered by Iva Voncina.  Enjoy an evening of Mediterranean art de vivre specially curated for IWCH members—featuring gentle movement\, face yoga\, breathwork\, and a taste of Croatia with local cheese\, olive oil hummus\, and soothing lavender tea. \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to dance\, breathe\, share\, and celebrate wellness in a warm\, welcoming space.We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule: 17:50-20:00 \n\n\n\nVenue : Avanto Art & Movement\, Alppikatu 15\, Kallio\n\n\n\nCapacity: 8 participants per session. If more people would like to join\, please contact the organisers. We will organise another session.\n\n\n\nMembers only\n\n\n\nCost: 10€ for members (the club sponsors partially the cost) – No-shows without notifying the organisers 24h before the event will be charged.\n\n\n\nLast day to register: 14/5/2025\n\n\n\nOrganiser: Juliette de Cuzey\, Iva Voncina\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetailed programme\n\n\n\n\n\n17:50 – Arrival & welcome \n\n\n\n18:00 – 5min introduction to the evening & what to expect \n\n\n\n18:05 – 15min dancing warm-up.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll ease into the evening with the Basics of Waltz — a joyful\, beginner-friendly session set to Mediterranean music. No prior dance experience needed! \n\n\n\n18:20 – 30min Face Yoga Session & Posture Workout.  \n\n\n\nGently awaken and refresh your facial and neck muscles\, enhance circulation\, and work on a slow\, mindful postural correction practice. \n\n\n\n18:50 – 15min Breathwork Practice.  \n\n\n\nExperience the Miki Ryosuke Method for weight loss\, Alternate Nostril and Belly Breathing for hormonal balance\, and Breath of Joy for an uplifting mood boost. \n\n\n\n19:05 – 15min Group Conversation: Healthy Female Ageing.  \n\n\n\nA relaxed\, heart-centered discussion where we’ll exchange insights and gentle guidance for mind-body longevity. \n\n\n\n19:20 – 40min Social Snack & Close.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll wrap up with homemade olive oil hummus\, Croatian cheese\, lavender cookies\, and a calming lavender tea as we enjoy each other’s company.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/avanto-art-movement-city-wellness-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Events for active adventurers,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250430T070825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T071015Z
UID:5735-1747764000-1747771200@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Avanto Art & Movement | City wellness retreat (2nd session)
DESCRIPTION:???? A Journey to relaxation and renewal exclusively for our members???? \n\n\n\nDear IWCH Members\, as the first session has quickly sold out\, let’s have another one! We warmly invite you to a special evening of movement\, and connection at Avanto Art & Movement (Alppikatu 15\, Kallio) on May 20th\, from 18:00 to 20:00 offered by Iva Voncina.  Enjoy an evening of Mediterranean art de vivre specially curated for IWCH members—featuring gentle movement\, face yoga\, breathwork\, and a taste of Croatia with local cheese\, olive oil hummus\, and soothing lavender tea. \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to dance\, breathe\, share\, and celebrate wellness in a warm\, welcoming space.We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule: 17:50-20:00 \n\n\n\nVenue : Avanto Art & Movement\, Alppikatu 15\, Kallio\n\n\n\nCapacity: 8 participants per session. If more people would like to join\, please contact the organisers. We will organise another session.\n\n\n\nMembers only\n\n\n\nCost: 10€ for members (the club sponsors partially the cost) – No-shows without notifying the organisers 24h before the event will be charged.\n\n\n\nLast day to register: 19/5/2025\n\n\n\nOrganiser: Juliette de Cuzey\, Iva Voncina\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetailed programme\n\n\n\n\n\n17:50 – Arrival & welcome \n\n\n\n18:00 – 5min introduction to the evening & what to expect \n\n\n\n18:05 – 15min dancing warm-up.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll ease into the evening with the Basics of Waltz — a joyful\, beginner-friendly session set to Mediterranean music. No prior dance experience needed! \n\n\n\n18:20 – 30min Face Yoga Session & Posture Workout.  \n\n\n\nGently awaken and refresh your facial and neck muscles\, enhance circulation\, and work on a slow\, mindful postural correction practice. \n\n\n\n18:50 – 15min Breathwork Practice.  \n\n\n\nExperience the Miki Ryosuke Method for weight loss\, Alternate Nostril and Belly Breathing for hormonal balance\, and Breath of Joy for an uplifting mood boost. \n\n\n\n19:05 – 15min Group Conversation: Healthy Female Ageing.  \n\n\n\nA relaxed\, heart-centered discussion where we’ll exchange insights and gentle guidance for mind-body longevity. \n\n\n\n19:20 – 40min Social Snack & Close.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll wrap up with homemade olive oil hummus and other Croatian delicacies\, lavender cookies\, and a calming lavender tea as we enjoy each other’s company.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/avanto-art-movement-city-wellness-retreat-2nd-session/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for active adventurers,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250903T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250903T121500
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250821T131019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T092228Z
UID:6693-1756894500-1756901700@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Walk & Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Walk and Coffee \n\n\n\nPlease join us on Wednesday 3 September for a walk around Seurasaari. Easy\, flat walk around 5km. Meet at carpark area at bridge accross to Seurasaari. We will go for a coffee after the walk. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Seurasaari\n\n\n\nDifficulty level: easy \n\n\n\nDeadline to register: 2.9/2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: guests are welcome\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Sarah Kolkman\, sarah@iwch.fi
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/walk-coffee-3/
CATEGORIES:Events for active adventurers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250909T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250909T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250814T175505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T112647Z
UID:6411-1757419200-1757428200@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Fully Booked: Salutorget | September Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:This event is now fully booked\, we thank you for your interest and hope to see you soon! If you did not get a seat this time: RSVP to the October luncheon\, and sign up to the waitlist below. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us for the September social luncheon to kick off the starting season of IWCH! \n\n\n\nThis luncheon is all about connection\, community\, and conversation—no formal speaker\, but a laid-back setup in a charming setting for a joyful season start.  \n\n\n\nAs a very central venue\, Salutorget is a stunningly beautiful restaurant in the heart of historic Helsinki. Our luncheon will be at the Havis Amanda Cabinet with a view to Pohjoisesplanadi. During the luncheon\, we will share our June survey results\, introduce our new board members\, present our initiative ideas for the IWCH 40th Anniversary Gala and open the floor for idea sharing. \n\n\n\nCome to celebrate the beginning of our new season together with a lovely group of cosmopolitan women\, club members and friends! \n\n\n\nSee you at the beautiful Havis Amanda- cabinet at Salutorget!\n\n\n\n\nSchedule : 12:00-14:30 Luncheon\n\n\n\nVenue: Salutorget\, Pohjoisesplanadi 15\, 00170 Helsinki\n\n\n\nCapacity: 34 participants\n\n\n\nMembers & their friends are welcome\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nLast day to register or cancel is Friday before the event by 10am.\n\n\n\nNo shows and late cancellations after the deadline will be invoiced.\n\nTo cancel\, email Jacqueline (membership@iwch.fi).
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/september-luncheon-salutorget/
LOCATION:Salutorget\, Pohjoisesplanadi 15\, 00170\, Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for networking addicts,For Foodies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Kolkman":MAILTO:membership@iwch.fi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250823T121307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T121537Z
UID:6453-1757527200-1757534400@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Stillness and Me-Time
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple mindfulness and meditation techniques designed to bring ease\, insight\, and a deeper sense of presence into everyday life. \n\n\n\nWe will gather in the calm of club member Pauliina Salmenhaara’s living room and discover soul-nourishing ways to slow down and reconnect with yourself. This four-session series is a gentle invitation to make room for stillness\, clarity\, and meaningful me-time in everyday life. Each evening includes guided meditation\, nourishing reflection\, and grounding practices to feel more present and in tune with yourself.  \n\n\n\nNo experience needed\, just a curious heart and the desire to feel more grounded and calm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPauliina was introduced to meditation almost 30 years ago\, and she has been hosting mediation and mindfulness events since 2010. She has seen the great benefit\, both personally and professionally\, from very simple breathing and other techniques\, which are especially helpful during times of stress and anxiety\, when the mind and heart become overwhelmed. \n\n\n\nMeditation and mindfulness are integral to her work as a holistic practitioner\, vegan chef\, and host of women’ s circles\, and she hopes to spread some of this joy and love with IWCH members as well.  \n\n\n\nPlease feel at ease to email her with any questions regarding Stillness and Me-Time at chat@rawio.asia.  \n\n\n\n\nVenue : Pauliina’s living room\, Helsinki 00150 (Eira)\, a 1-minute walk from tram 6 stop Munkkisaari\, 3-minute walk from tram stop 1 (Perämiehenkatu)\, 7-minute walk from tram stop 3 and bus stop 20 and 30 (Eiran sairaala). \n\n\n\nTo cancel\, email Pauliina Friday 5th of September at the latest.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/stillness-and-me-time/
LOCATION:Pauliina’s Home – Eira\, Helsinki (Exact address to be shared to attendees)
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pauliina Salmenhaara":MAILTO:chat@rawio.asia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250916T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250823T120958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T043811Z
UID:6635-1758018600-1758025800@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Tour of Aalto House and Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a guided tour of the iconic Aalto House in Munkkiniemi. Alvar and Aino Aalto created a unique and lasting imprint in the history of architecture and design\, both in Finland and internationally.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn 1934\, Aino and Alvar Aalto acquired a site in almost completely untouched surroundings at Riihitie in Helsinki’s Munkkiniemi. They started designing their own house which was completed in August 1936. \n\n\n\nThe house was designed as both a family home and an office and these two functions can clearly be seen from the outside. The slender mass of the office wing is in white-painted\, lightly rendered brickwork. There are still clear references to Functionalism in the location of the windows. The cladding material of the residential part is slender\, dark-stained timber battens. The building has a flat roof and a large south-facing terrace. \n\n\n\nAlthough the streetside elevation of the house is severe and closed-off\, it is softened by climbing plants and a slate path leading up to the front door. There are already signs of the ‘new’ Aalto in the Aalto House\, of the Romantic Functionalist. The plentiful use of wood as a finishing material and four open hearts built in brick also point to this. \n\n\n\nThe Aalto House is a cozy\, intimate building for living and working\, designed by two architects for themselves\, using simple uncluttered materials. \n\n\n\n For more information click here: https://www.alvaraalto.fi/en/architecture/the-aalto-house/ \n\n\n\nImage: Eva ja Pertti Ingervo @ Alvar Aalto Foundation \n\n\n\n\nTo cancel\, email Ana Jones-Wilenius Friday September 12th at the latest.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/tour-of-aalto-house-and-coffee/
LOCATION:The Aalto House\, Riihitie 20\, Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events,For Design Lovers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250919T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250919T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250823T115745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T123649Z
UID:6616-1758279600-1758288600@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Tour of the Parliament House and Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 45-minute guided tour of the iconic Finnish Parliament House\, followed by lunch and socialising at the beautiful Musiikkitalo just nearby.  If we’re lucky\, we might get a private moment with former Minister of Education Sari Sarkomaa after the tour\, where we will get a chance to hear about her experiences and thoughts. \n\n\n\nAttendees will receive an email with instructions regarding arrival procedure. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn the 1920s\, Finland set out to build a new home for its Parliament. After a lively competition in 1923\, Arkadianmäki was chosen as the perfect spot. The following year\, an architectural contest crowned the design Oratoribus (“for the speakers”) as the winner\, created by Johan Sigfrid Sirén and his team. The grand Parliament House rose between 1926–1931 and opened its doors in March 1931. Ever since\, it has stood as the stage for some of Finland’s most important political moments — especially during the wartime years. \n\n\n\n Join us as we step inside this iconic building and experience the history ourselves! \n\n\n\n\nTo cancel\, email Irina Enomaa Wednesday September 17th at the latest.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/tour-of-the-parliament-house-and-lunch/
LOCATION:Parliament Building\, Visitor's Entrance\, Mannerheimintie 30\,\, Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Irina Enomaa":MAILTO:irina@iwch.fi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250823T114536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T120519Z
UID:6573-1758535200-1758538800@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Visit to MINNAMINNA Flagship Store
DESCRIPTION:Visit the flagship store of iconic Helsinki-based designer Minna Parikka’s new shoe label\, MINNAMINNA. \n\n\n\nIn this exclusive event\, we will hear the story of MINNAMINNA from Minna Parikka herself\, who will also join us in continuing the conversation over coffees at the classic Cafe Esplanad. \n\n\n\nIf that isn’t exciting enough\, Minna has offered attendees of this event a 20% discount on purchases. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll MINNA MINNA shoes are made from 99% natural and recycled materials. MINNA MINNA`s natural robber soles with pearls are inspired by conservative pearl laces and street-worthy classics. The result is a really comfortable and modern shoe collection that can withstand the changes of the season.  \n\n\n\n\nTo cancel: email Monica Niemi latest Friday September 19th.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-to-minna-minna-flagship-store/
LOCATION:MINNA MINNA Flagship Store\, Pohjoisesplandi 35\, Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for business explorers,Events for fashion devotees
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monica Niemi":MAILTO:monica@iwch.fi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250823T113919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T122211Z
UID:6630-1758736800-1758744000@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Stillness and Me-Time: Simple Ways to Feel More at Ease
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple mindfulness and meditation techniques designed to bring ease\, insight\, and a deeper sense of presence into everyday life. \n\n\n\nWe will gather in the calm of club member Pauliina Salmenhaara’s living room and discover soul-nourishing ways to slow down and reconnect with yourself. This four-session series is a gentle invitation to make room for stillness\, clarity\, and meaningful me-time in everyday life. Each evening includes guided meditation\, nourishing reflection\, and grounding practices to feel more present and in tune with yourself.  \n\n\n\nNo experience needed\, just a curious heart and the desire to feel more grounded and calm. \n\n\n\n\nPauliina was introduced to meditation almost 30 years ago\, and she has been hosting mediation and mindfulness events since 2010. She has seen the great benefit\, both personally and professionally\, from very simple breathing and other techniques\, which are especially helpful during times of stress and anxiety\, when the mind and heart become overwhelmed. \n\n\n\nMeditation and mindfulness are integral to her work as a holistic practitioner\, vegan chef\, and host of women’ s circles\, and she hopes to spread some of this joy and love with IWCH members as well.  \n\n\n\nPlease feel at ease to email her with any questions regarding Stillness and Me-Time at chat@rawio.asia. 
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/stillness-and-me-time-simple-ways-to-feel-more-at-ease/
LOCATION:Pauliina’s Home – Eira\, Helsinki (Exact address to be shared to attendees)
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250925T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250823T113237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T113548Z
UID:6590-1758812400-1758819600@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Visit to Helsinki English Montessori Playschool
DESCRIPTION:We warmly welcome you to visit Helsinki English Montessori Playschool to learn more about our activities\, educational approach\, and facilities.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the principles of Montessori pedagogy and how they are applied in our English-speaking learning environment to support each child’s individual development. \n\n\n\n CEO Niina Mantere will present the operations\, followed by Director Päivi Kuutsa’s introduction of the Montessori pedagogy. \n\n\n\nRSVP below. To cancel\, please email Olena Podoleva by September 22nd at the latest.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-to-helsinki-english-montessori-playschool/
LOCATION:Helsinki English Montessori Playschool\, Lapinlahdenkatu 3A\, Helsinki\, 00100
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for business explorers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olena Podoleva":MAILTO:olena@iwch.fi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251007T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250921T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T131924Z
UID:7211-1759845600-1759860000@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Batik Workshop | The Embassy of Indonesia
DESCRIPTION:Come to experience the beauty of Indonesian Batik! Discover the UNESCO-recognized heritage of Indonesian Batik which embodies centuries of tradition. You will learn the hand-dyeing techniques\, explore the symbolism behind each motif\, and create your own masterpiece to take home! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDuration of the event is 3-4 hours\, including time for socializing at the end.  \n\n\n\nRefreshments will be served\, courtesy of our hosts.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you must cancel: be in touch with Irina Enomaa (irina@iwch.fi)\, latest Friday 3rd of October. \n\n\n\nWhen the event is full\, a link will appear below\, allowing members to sign up to the waitlist. If or when a spot opens up\, members on waitlist will be contacted.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/batik-workshop-the-embassy-of-indonesia/
LOCATION:The Embassy of Indonesia\, Kuusisaarentie 3\, Helsinki\, 00340
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers,For Design Lovers,For Design Lovers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250922T124523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T095627Z
UID:7268-1759917600-1759924800@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Walk & Coffee - Lauttasaari
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Coffee \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Walk and Coffee \n\n\n\nPlease join us on Wednesday 8 October for a walk around Lauttasaari. Easy\, flat walk around 5km. Meet at Lauttasaari Metro Station – Gyldenintie entrance.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Lauttasaari Metro Station\n\n\n\nDifficulty level: easy \n\n\n\nDeadline to register: 7/10/2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: guests are welcome\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Sarah Kolkman\, sarah@iwch.fi
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/7268/
CATEGORIES:Events for active adventurers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251008T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250921T181208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T185012Z
UID:7233-1759946400-1759953600@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Stillness and Me-Time: Hearing Your Inner Voice and Trusting Your Intuition
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple mindfulness and meditation techniques designed to bring ease\, insight\, and a deeper sense of presence into everyday life. \n\n\n\nWe will gather in the calm of club member Pauliina Salmenhaara’s living room and discover soul-nourishing ways to slow down and reconnect with yourself. This four-session series is a gentle invitation to make room for stillness\, clarity\, and meaningful me-time in everyday life. Each evening includes guided meditation\, nourishing reflection\, and grounding practices to feel more present and in tune with yourself.  \n\n\n\nNo experience needed\, just a curious heart and the desire to feel more grounded and calm. \n\n\n\n\nPauliina was introduced to meditation almost 30 years ago\, and she has been hosting mediation and mindfulness events since 2010. She has seen the great benefit\, both personally and professionally\, from very simple breathing and other techniques\, which are especially helpful during times of stress and anxiety\, when the mind and heart become overwhelmed. \n\n\n\nMeditation and mindfulness are integral to her work as a holistic practitioner\, vegan chef\, and host of women’ s circles\, and she hopes to spread some of this joy and love with IWCH members as well.  \n\n\n\nPlease feel at ease to email her with any questions regarding Stillness and Me-Time at chat@rawio.asia.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you must cancel: be in touch with Pauliina Salmenhaara (chat@rawio.asia)\, latest Monday 6th of October. \n\n\n\nWhen the event is full\, a link will appear below\, allowing members to sign up to the waitlist. If or when a spot opens up\, members on waitlist will be contacted.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/stillness-and-me-time-hearing-your-inner-voice-and-trusting-your-intuition/
LOCATION:Pauliina’s Home – Eira\, Helsinki (Exact address to be shared to attendees)
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251013T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251013T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250923T144145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T144626Z
UID:7345-1760371200-1760376600@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Exhibition Visit | 'Let’s Save Töölönlahti!'
DESCRIPTION:We warmly welcome you to a special event – Let’s Save Töölönlahti! – dedicated to protecting one of Helsinki’s most cherished natural areas. This is one of two events we are attending in the beautiful Finlandia Hall this month! \n\n\n\n\nOur host Pertti Salolainen CBE – Minister\, Ambassador\, and Nature Photographer – will share his personal reflections and experiences on the importance of nature conservation and why Töölönlahti must be safeguarded. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to our members and their guests. Please RSVP on behalf of possible guest(s). We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur host Pertti Salolainen CBE\, Minister\, Ambassador\, and Nature Photographer\n\n\n\n‘Coot and Chick’\, Pertti Salolainen\n\n\n\nFinlandia Hall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you must cancel: be in touch with Sarah Kolkman (sarah@iwch.fi)\, latest Friday 10th of October. \n\n\n\nWhen the event is full\, a link will appear below\, allowing members to sign up to the waitlist. If or when a spot opens up\, members on waitlist will be contacted.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/exhibition-visit-lets-save-toolonlahti/
LOCATION:Finlandia Hall\, Mannerheimintie 13\, Door M4
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for active adventurers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Kolkman":MAILTO:membership@iwch.fi
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251014T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251014T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T144255Z
UID:6447-1760443200-1760452200@iwch.fi
SUMMARY:Salutorget | October Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a luncheon at a very central venue. Salutorget is a stunningly beautiful restaurant in the heart of historic Helsinki.  \n\n\n\n\nOur luncheon will be at the Havis Amanda Cabinet with a view to Pohjoisesplanadi. This event is fully booked but subscribe to the waiting list and we will be in touch if we have a spot for you! \n\n\n\n\n\nWe have the honor of hosting our luncheon speaker\, Jarno Ralli Ph.D.\, who will share his view on the question ‘What Is Generative AI\, Really?’.  \n\n\n\n\nSchedule : 12:00-14:30 Luncheon\, €42\n\n\n\nVenue: Salutorget\, Pohjoisesplanadi 15\, 00170 Helsinki\n\n\n\nCapacity: 35 participants\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nNo shows and late cancellations (after the deadline) will be invoiced. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat Is Generative AI\, Really?\n\n\n\nAdvances in generative AI—particularly in large language models (LLMs)—have accelerated rapidly over the past three years. ChatGPT is a well-known example\, but progress extends far beyond language: visual-language models (VLMs)\, as well as models for generating music\, images\, and video\, have all achieved remarkable breakthroughs. This talk offers a concise overview of what these models are\, how they work at a high level\, and the ways they can be applied in practice. \n\n\n\n\nJarno Ralli\, Ph.D\n\n\n\n…  received his B.Sc. in Industrial Automation from the Polytechnic of Jyväskylä\, Finland\, in 1999\, his M.Sc. in Computer Science from the Technical University of Lappeenranta\, Finland\, in 2004\, and his Ph.D in Computer Vision from the University of Granada\, Spain\, in 2011.  \n\n\n\nHe has lived in several countries\, such as Chile\, Spain\, U.K and Germany.  \n\n\n\nHe has worked in a wide range of industries\, including mining\, food processing\, and automotive\, with emphasis on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles.  \n\n\n\nIn addition\, he has worked in the fields of video analytics\, used for improving safety at public spaces such as airports\, as well as virtual and mixed reality applications and 3D-scanning.  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you must cancel: be in touch with Jacqueline Weinberg (jacqueline@iwch.fi)\, latest Thursday 2nd of October. \n\n\n\nThis event is now fully booked : click on  the link below “NOTIFY ME ”  and this will place you on the waitlist. If a spot opens up you will be contacted by the event organizer.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/salutorget-october-luncheon/
LOCATION:Salutorget\, Pohjoisesplanadi 15\, 00170\, Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for networking addicts,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251022T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T014307
CREATED:20250921T150914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T072010Z
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SUMMARY:Event Full\, Waitlist Opened! | A Visit to Finlandia Exhibition\, with Heikki Aalto-Alanen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special members-only event! \n\n\n\nStarting with lunch at 12.00 (on own dime) at Finlandia Cafe&Wine – Finlandia House. \n\n\n\n13.00 – 13.45: Meet Aino & Alva’s grandson Heikki Aalto-Alanen\, the author of the book Aino & Alvar Aalto: A Life Together and a key figure in preserving the legacy of his grandparents\, the architects Aino and Alvar Aalto. His book is based on Aino and Alvar Aalto’s letters and correspondence. \n\n\n\n13.45 – 15.00: Finlandia Exhibition\, Heikki Aalto-Alanen will join us to the exhibition\, where you can have discussions and ask questions. \n\n\n\n\nHeikki Aalto Alanen. Kuva Niclas Mäkelä 2020.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can buy Heikki’s book at Finlandia House Shop\, as well as get it signed by the author. The store has the book in Finnish and English. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructions for arrival. Finlandia Exhibition ticket 16€ (NO MUSEUM CARD). You can buy your ticket at the Finlandia House Service point. Tell them at the service point that you belong to IWCH group!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you must cancel: be in touch with Monica Niemi (monica@iwch.fi)\, latest Friday 17th of October.  \n\n\n\nWhen the event is full\, a link will appear below\, allowing members to sign up to the waitlist. If or when a spot opens up\, members on waitlist will be contacted.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/a-visit-to-finlandia-exhibition-with-heikki-aalto-alanen/
LOCATION:Finlandia-talo\, Mannerheimintie 13e\, 00100
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers,For Design Lovers,For Design Lovers,For Foodies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monica Niemi":MAILTO:monica@iwch.fi
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