The American Women's Association of Rome upcoming events

Burraco (October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Italian Conversation Group (October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Please join hosts Thelma and Claudia for a fun and relaxed opportunity to practice your Italian, meet other members, and enjoy great conversation. Everyone is welcome, whatever your skill level. The group meets at a private home the fourth Thursday of the month.

For details and to RSVP, write to member Claudia Lazzarini at claudia.artline@gmail.com.

Scrabble (October 23, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Burraco (October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Scrabble (October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Wine Tasting: What’s Really in Your Glass? (October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Traditional, Natural, Organic, Biodynamic & Orange Wines Explained

What really distinguishes a traditional wine from a natural, organic, biodynamic, or orange wine? We’ll taste our way through these different approaches to winemaking, exploring how each wine is produced, what sets it apart, and what those differences mean in your glass.

The tasting includes a light dinner.

We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of discovery!

When: Friday, October 30th, 7:30 PM

Where: Private home in the Colosseum neighborhood (address and directions will be given to participants before the tasting)

Donation: €30 members, €35 nonmembers

Register and pay online by Monday, October 19! No refunds, but tickets are transferable to other members.

AWAR MOVES: The Fast and the Curious (October 31, 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Join us for a 5k walk in Villa Ada. Dogs welcome (on a leash). This is a casual but active group focused on getting outside, moving our bodies, and supporting each other through regular walks and hikes.

This will be a brisk walk --think sneakers and workout clothes.

After the walk, there is an outdoor cafe where you can grab a coffee, snack, or bottle of water, if you’d like to relax and chat before heading out.☕️

Meeting Point: Entrance on Via Salaria, 287. It is the entrance near the Embassy of Egypt.
If you haven’t yet explored this beautiful park, it’s an excellent chance to do so!

Please register online so we know who's joining and can keep you posted on any last-minute changes or weather-related cancelations.

Coffee & Connections (November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:00:00 GMT

This month, AWAR Coffee and Connections will meet at a historic cafe known for it's Neapolitan-style coffee. You can try their famous Neapolitan coffee, or enjoy a cappuccino, espresso or your usual coffee--so many options!

Where: Gran Caffe La Caffettiera in Piazza Di Pietra for coffee (and a bite to eat, if you wish)

When: Tuesday, November 3 at 10:00am

Members and guests.

You must register online to confirm your attendance and reserve a space at the cafe, but we'll pay individually at the restaurant.

We look forward to seeing you!

Burraco (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Knitting Club (November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Knitting Club is meeting again under the instruction of Rita Horowitz Beeri, who started knitting at age eight and has picked up influences in Italy, Ireland and Scotland. Using many modern techniques, she'll share her enthusiasm and knowledge with beginners or those looking to refine their skills. Get a glimpse of her work here!

“Life is a series of stitches, and each one matters.”

Cost: 15 euros per person

Please RSVP to Sara Kranwinkle at spkranwinkle@gmail.com. Maximum 10 registrants. Sara will send you details on where to go and what to bring!

Scrabble (November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Italian Glamour: Nobile Collegio Chimico Farmaceutico (November 11, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Join AWAR for a special tour of the Nobile Collegio Chimico Farmaceutico!

NOBILE COLLEGIO Chimico Farmaceutico
Universitas Aromatorum - Urbis
Chiesa di San Lorenzo de’ Speziali in Miranda
In 1650 the Temple was proudly embellished with frescoes and paintings emblematic ff the Baroque, satisfying the Roman Pharmacist’s longing for art and faith, so that the Duties of the Institution of Pharmacy would be made manifest to the Roman Community.
Since the 17th century, the Church of San Lorenzo and its complex have housed the Noble Collegiate Pharmacists in Rome, whose role was to govern and guide the Guild. Today the ancient and Noble Institution, six centuries old, the very emblem, through its commitment and its duties, of the Pharmaceutical Profession, is entirely dedicated to the teaching and advancement of the Pharmaceutical Sciences, in keeping with its history and its mission, never failing its motto :
NOBILITATE ET SCIENTIA FLOREO
( I flourish through nobility and knowledge )

ADDRESS: Nobile Collegio Chimico Farmaceutico
Chiesa di S. Lorenzo in Miranda o de’Speziali
Via in Miranda 10 ( on the Fori Imperiali )
ATTENDANCE: Maximum 20 members

The tour will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, and we will be led by a guide in English. Not recommended for those with walking difficulties since there are many stairs.

When: Wednesday, November 11

Time: 11:00 am

Where: Nobile Collegio Chimico Farmaceutico, Chiesa di S. Lorenzo in Miranda o de'Speziali, Via in Miranda, 10 (on the Fori Imperiali)

Donation: €44 per person

Register and donate online by November 5! Unfortunately, we can't issue any refunds in case of cancellation, but you could transfer your ticket to another member.

Burraco (November 11, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Italian Confidence Hour: Conversation for Intermediate Learners (November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Improve your Italian with Fluency & Confidence Coach Elisabetta Maccani! The 60‑minute online session is dedicated to AWAR members who already know some Italian (can handle basic conversations) and want to feel more natural and confident when they speak.

These free sessions focus on real‑life skills that often cause difficulty – for example asking better questions, using pronouns, expressing opinions with the subjunctive, or keeping a conversation going beyond small talk – with clear explanations and practical activities.

Every session is shaped by the needs of the women who join: we start from the situations and difficulties they describe, and work in a very focused way to give them concrete tools to overcome those challenges in Italian.

The event will be held via Zoom so you can join from anywhere. The link to join will be sent via email after you register.

When: Thursday, November 12.

Beginning in January, the event will be held the last Thursday of the month.

Write to president@awar.org with any questions.

Scrabble (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

The Brunch Series: Coromandel (November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Let's get together over brunch! Our weekend brunch series is an invitation to explore brunch venues in Rome while enjoying great conversation and community. Our November stop is at Coromandel in the center. We'd love to see you there!

As places are limited at each venue, registration is essential. We encourage you to register early to secure your place.

When: Saturday, November 14 at 11:00AM

RSVP ONLINE by November 12, but attendees will pay individually at the venue.

Burraco (November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Knitting Club (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Scrabble (November 20, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Culture Tour: Guided Tour Palazzo Colonna (November 21, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Back by popular demand! Join us for an opportunity to discover one of Rome's hidden gems on this exclusive private guided tour of Palazzo Colonna!

Following the popularity of the previous visit, we're offering this experience again giving more members the chance to explore this historic palace and see the treasures within. Join us and our very experienced tour guide, Livia Galante, an archaeologist with a Master's degree in Early Christian Architecture and a Bachelor's in History and Conservation of Cultural Heritage, whose expertise will bring the fascinating history to life.

The Palazzo/Galleria Colonna has an extraordinary art collection and is one of Rome's oldest private palaces, dating back to the 14th century. The Colonna family still resides in the palace today, making it a unique opportunity to step inside a piece of living Roman history.

When: Saturday, November 21.

Time: 9:30AM, the tour is 2 1/2 hours

Donation: €44 for the ticket, private tour, and English speaking guide

Register and donate online by November 13. Non-refundable, but transferable to another member.

Maximum of 15 members so register early because this one is sure to fill up quickly!

Burraco (November 25, 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Italian Conversation Group (November 26, 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For details and to RSVP, write to member Claudia Lazzarini at claudia.artline@gmail.com.

Scrabble (November 27, 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Ex Libris Book Club (Zoom) (November 30, 2026)

Mon, 30 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

"The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans

"Filled with knowledge that only comes from a life fully lived, this is a gem of a novel about the power of finding solace in literature and connection with people we might never meet in person. It is about the hubris of youth and the wisdom of old age, and the mistakes and acts of kindness that occur during a lifetime."

Pat Fogarty, EXL Coordinator

patriciaefogarty9@gmail.com

Zoom link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93720141520

Burraco (December 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Knitting Club (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Scrabble (December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Ex Libris Book Club (Zoom) (December 07, 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 16:30:00 GMT

"Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger

Set at a summer rental on the Chesapeake Bay, a riveting family drama about moral responsibility in the age of artificial intelligence, from the bestselling author of the “wise and addictive” (New York Times) The Gifted School.

Pat Fogarty, EXL Coordinator

patriciaefogarty9@gmail.com

Zoom link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93720141520

Burraco (December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Scrabble (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Calling all wordsmiths! We will be playing Scrabble on Fridays at 3:30PM. Everyone welcome!

Contact member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for location and details.

Burraco (December 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.

Knitting Club (December 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Burraco (December 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Dec 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join fellow AWAR members for a game of Burraco! This is at a private home on Wednesdays at 3:30PM.

RSVP to member Tina Roccetti at agatha.roccetti@tiscali.it for details and to register.