Activities
Welcome to the ILV Activities, Events & Outings page!
We have an awesome array of activities planned every week and at least one outing a month. There is something for everyone!
If you have any suggestions for a new activity or a monthly outing or if you would like to head up a new activity, please email us and let us know about it!
Note that most of the activities are announced by Evite, email, or Whatsapp, so check your spam folder if you sign up for an activity but haven't received an Evite or email. Also, please RSVP so the organizer can arrange a large enough venue to handle the activity.
If you would like to join ILV and participate in our activities and outings, please email our activity coordinators for each activity. We'd love to have you join us!
Regular Activities
Lunch for New Members
Every third Thursday of the month at 12:30 p.m. (after ILV Coffee Morning), at a restaurant near The Intercontinental Hotel.
This lunch is primarily for those who have become ILV members in the past three months, but all members are invited to join in.
It is an opportunity for new members to learn more about ILV and about living in Saigon, including the best places to shop or dine or have a coffee, where to get what, and all the questions you want to ask. You will also meet some of our Committee members and other newcomers. An Evite will be sent to ILV newcomers about a week before the lunch. Watch your inbox for the Evite, or let us know if you haven't received it by emailing ILV Membership.
Book Club
Every fourth Wednesday of the month from 1 pm at a venue in D1 to be confirmed by an Evite to be sent to members.
Books selected for discussion can be downloaded from the Kindle store and other online venues, so don't worry if you can't find a hard copy. Use the button below to contact Anne, the book club coordinator, if you have any questions about how to obtain the book for the month.
Sign up via the button below. Reminders are sent by Evite to everyone on the book club list. Please remember to RSVP to the Evite!
Mahjong
Every Tuesday, 10:00AM until noon. Sign up at Coffee Morning then show up at Norfolk Mansion to get in on the action. If you are interested, please sign up with Linda Ledl by clicking here.
Bridge
Calling all Bridge players! Every Tuesday, 10:00AM until noon. Sign up at Coffee Morning. The location is flexible so if you are interested, please sign up with and get in touch with Catherine Graydon.
Shanghai Rummy
Every Friday at noon. Lunch followed by cards at different restaurants. Sign up with Sally Norris by clicking here.
Knit & Natter
Meetings are held on the second Monday of every month beginning at 10AM and are held most often at Agnes Café (02 Le Van Mien, D2), with occasional forays into other districts.
In this group, we each work on our own handicraft and needlework projects in a casual, fun atmosphere. There may be occasional stash-expanding shopping excursions, and if you have always wanted to learn to knit, crochet, cross stitch or embroidery, there will be someone in the group who can help you learn (just email first or bring your own supplies).
If you are interested in participating in the group, please sign up with Moray by clicking here. Reminders are sent by Evite to everyone on the list. Please remember to RSVP to the Evite!
Monthly Golf
We play a round of golf (9 or 18 holes) once at month at Song Be Golf Resort at Binh Duong. ILV members get a discount so please bring your card. For 18 hours, the price will be 1,260,000 VND plus 300,000 VND for your caddy. To sign up or for further information, please contact Susanne by clicking here.
Upcoming Outings
Cocoa Journey in the Mekong Delta
Follow the journey that a cocoa pod undergoes to become the universally loved confection. Stroll through the luscious plantation, hand-pick the beans and follow the process to make your own chocolate.
Location: Hoa My, Chợ Gạo, Tiền Giang
Date: Monday November 9th, 2020. Time: 8:30 to 5:00pm
Cost: VND 400,000.00 for members. VND 600,000.00 non-members
Transportation, Breakfast and lunch included
Space limited
Sign up at Thursday Coffee Morning
Info at ILVactivities@gmail.com
Watercolor Workshop
The Joy of Discovering Hidden Artistic Talent
Get familiar with different paints, learn to mix colors and experiment with various techniques.
Frame your masterpiece and show it off!
Location: 10C2 Nguyễn Thi Minh Khai, P Da Kao, Q1
Date: November 23, 2020
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: VND 350,000 for members. 550,000 non-members.
All materials, frame and beverages provided
Sign up at Coffee Morning, ILVactivities@gmail.com
Future Events
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