Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from all of us at Upstate International!
We are excited to welcome 2026 and grateful to begin a new year with such a vibrant, curious, and engaged community.
We are kicking things off this Sunday, January 11, with our King’s Cake Celebration in partnership with Alliance Française.
Language classes for the winter session begin soon, and seats are already filling. We are thrilled to offer 34 classes across 9 languages, including French, Spanish, English, Russian, Japanese, Italian, American Sign Language, German, and Persian. If you’re considering enrollment, now is the perfect time to sign up.
Members receive deep discounts on language classes. Be sure to check that your membership is current, renew, or join to enjoy the discount and save. In addition to our Gateway, Crossroads, and World Horizon level memberships and family options, we also offer reduced fee and free membership scholarships so that membership is accessible to everyone.
Many favorite events E clubs are restarting or continuing this year, including Book Club, the Retired Expat Luncheon, UIWG activities, Conversation Clubs, World Affairs Council events, and more. These programs remain at the heart of what we do, and we are excited to continue their growth.
Looking ahead, we are excited to build on our mission by creating new opportunities for events, programs, and meaningful cultural exchange. We look forward to sharing another year of learning and connection!
Warm wishes,
Upstate International
Laura, Linley, Jamaica, Alice, and Krystiane
We are Hiring
Due posizioni: Direttore esecutivo e Responsabile delle comunicazioni
The search for a permanent Executive Director is underway! We seek a talented nonprofit professional with honed skills and experience in leadership, fundraising and development, organizational management, and a sincere desire to build an international presence in Upstate. Contact the Comitato di ricerca del direttore esecutivo per informazioni.
L'UI cerca un responsabile delle comunicazioni con esperienza creativa ed entusiasta nelle pubbliche relazioni, nel marketing, nelle relazioni con i membri e altro ancora. Contatta il direttore esecutivo ad interim per informazioni.
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Here’s a Quick Reminder
Chinese Conversation Club will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, upstairs at UI in Classroom 4.
🍴 Cultural Recipes: Easy Amazing Shakshuka
What You’ll Be Making
Shakshuka is a vibrant one-pan dish of eggs poached in a simmering tomato and pepper sauce. It’s hearty, healthy, vegetarian, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients You’ll Need (for about 4 servings):
Tomatoes (fresh or canned) | Bell peppers | Onion | Garlic | Olive oil | Eggs |
Spices (typically paprika, cumin, salt, pepper) |Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) | Optional: Feta cheese or chili flakes for extra flavor.
Quick Steps:
Sauté veggies: Cook chopped onions, garlic, and bell peppers in olive oil until soft.
Build the sauce: Add tomatoes and spices; simmer until thick and flavorful.
Add eggs: Make small wells in the sauce, crack in eggs, and cover to poach until set.
Garnish & serve: Sprinkle herbs (and feta if using) and serve with crusty bread or pita.
Cultural & Community
Shakshuka has roots in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine, especially in countries like Tunisia and Israel. It’s traditionally a communal dish, meant to be shared straight from the pan, reflecting a culture of sharing and hospitality. The bold tomato and spice base highlights Mediterranean flavors and makes it a global favorite beyond its birthplace.
Why It Matters for Your Table
This dish is perfect for home cooks of all levels: minimal prep, big flavor, and adaptable to dietary preferences (e.g., vegetarian or extra spicy). It’s a simple way to connect with a global tradition of relaxed, shared meals in your own kitchen.
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📅 Data: Domenica 11 gennaio 2026
🕐 Ora: 14:00 – 16:00
📍 Posizione: Upstate International
📍 9 S. Memminger St. Greenville Sc, 29601
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📅 Data: Martedì 13 gennaio 2026
🕐 Ora: 10:00 – 12:00
📍 Posizione: Upstate International
📍 9 S. Memminger St. Greenville SC, 29687
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📅 Data: Thursday, January 15, 2026
🕐 Ora: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Posizione: Cucina indiana Amaravati
📍 9 Hendrix drive, Greenville SC 29607
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📅 Data: Martedì 20 gennaio 2026
🕐 Ora: 10:00 – 12:00
📍 Posizione: Panera Bread
📍 1125 Woodruff Rd #1705, Greenville, SC 29607
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Lunga passeggiata sullo Swamp Rabbit Trail
📅 Data: Martedì 27 gennaio 2026
🕐 Ora: 9:00 – 13:30
📍 Posizione: Zoo di Greenville
📍 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville, SC 29601
Upstate International Women's Group: fate una lunga passeggiata sullo Swamp Rabbit Trail. Partiremo dallo zoo e cammineremo fino allo Swamp Rabbit Café per una…
UIWG – Pranzo al Jasmine Kitchen
📅 Data: Mercoledì 28 gennaio 2026
🕐 Ora: 11:45 – 13:00
📍 Posizione: Cucina Jasmine
📍 503 Augusta St, Greenville, SC 29605
Upstate International Women's Group Incontra il gruppo internazionale di donne al Jasmine Kitchen per pranzare con gli amici! Il cibo è sempre...
Riunione del club del libro dell'UI
📅 Data: Monday, February 9, 2026
🕐 Ora: 19:00 – 21:00
📍 Posizione: Posizione comunicata al momento della conferma della prenotazione
Book: The Lion Women of Tehran | Author: Marjan Kamali | February 9, 2026 In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untim…
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