Activities & Interests

General Meetings

AWAR has a celebrated history of monthly general meetings at select venues with outstanding guest speakers. Ambassadors, artists, authors, doctors, economists, journalists, film personalities, and professors have spoken to our members on a wide range of important, stimulating, or sometimes just amusing subjects. Usually a luncheon, dinner or cocktail format.

In person general meetings are currently on hold due to COVID-19, but AWAR continues to offer outstanding General Meeting virtual content programming using the zoom platform.

Gala Events

Community-wide gala events are organized to raise funds for our designated charities. Held at some of Rome's most exclusive venues, these events provide a rewarding combination of elegant enjoyment and community benefit. Gala events are on hold due to COVID-19.

Other Virtual or Outdoor Activities

Ex Libris
The Ex Libris Book Club meets virtually once a month via zoom. The reading list is chosen by the group and includes prize-winning titles, books that have received good reviews or that are pertinent to the moment, plus the occasional classic. Each month there is a short informational presentation about the book and the author before general discussion.

Film Discussion Group
Each month the Film Group meets virtually via zoom to explore a film in depth. Before the meeting each participant views the film on her own.

Hiking/Walking
Two to three hour walks (and hikes), in both urban and country settings. For the moment during the Covid era our monthly walks explore different Rome neighborhoods in depth. Anyone with reasonable stamina will be comfortable participating. The goal is exercise, fresh air, gorgeous views, good company. Once per month.

Photography 
Join us if you love photography and want to expand your creative and technical knowledge. We go on adventures photographing the urban environment and landscape in and around Rome. Specific themes, like food photography are also explored. Once per month. Note: this group is open to anyone who loves photography including those who use an iPhone or other smartphone.

Wine Appreciation
Led by an accredited sommelier, the wine appreciation events are conducted via zoom and begin with a short power-point presentation on a wine topic. Each participant receives a PDF copy of this presentation so she can follow along on her own. It’s a great opportunity to learn about and taste wines of excellent quality. During Covid participants must purchase the wine for each tasting.