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Celebrating Over 25 Years of International Friendship

INTERNATIONAL CONNECTIONS OF HOUSTON
 
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We have a FABULOUS FALL!  Try one of our many
Activities, Outings, Special Events, Informative Monthly Meeting, Coffee with the Board &
MORE! 

October Monthly Mtg & Social.
 VOLUNTEER 
ICH GIVES BACK
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Sat. Nov 18th /10am-2pm at
The Arbor School's Annual Fun Walk 

Oct. 15th @  9:30 AM 
Trini Mendenhall Community Center
1414 Wirt Rd. 77055

SPEAKER WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 10 AM

STROKE EDUCATION: MAKING HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHOICES

 

Welcome to Jan Fleweling, BSN, MEd, CNRN, Stroke Outreach Program Coordinator at Houston Methodist. Jan will teach us how to prevent strokes with healthy lifestyle choices, such as, how to lower our cholesterol levels by diet and by managing our stress levels.

 Ticketed Holiday Event Dates. 

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November 19th.  $40 per person
Benefiting: Best Buddies / Guide Dogs 

Time:  Noon to 2:30pm

Location:  I-10/Dairy Ashford area

SAVE December 10th

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ICH Holiday Luncheon:
Maggiano’s Little Italy 

Thurs. Dec 10th / 11am 
Ticket Sale date TBA

 Upcoming Dates​​​​​
  • OCTOBER

    • Board Mtg: Oct 12th
      Nominating Committee, Slate of Officers 

    • Member Monthly Mtg & Social
      Oct 15th / 10 AM 
      Trini Mendenhall Community Center

    • Coffee & Conversation Oct 28th

      • 10 am   Location: TBA​
        Host, VP Activities

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  • NOVEMBER

    • Board Mtg: Nov 9th​

    • Voting for Election of Officers (electronic) Begins:  TBA  Ends: TBA

    • ANNUAL MEMBER MTG 

              Nov. 19th / 10 AM 
             Trini Mendenhall Community Center

  •        TEA PARTY EVENT / Fundraiser
            
    Nov 19th / Noon-2:30​​   
           Coffee & Conversation Nov. 25th 

    • 10 am   Location: TBA​
      Host, Board Secretary

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  • DECEMBER

    • 2027 Membership Dues accepted
      starting Dec 1st. 

    • Board Mtg:  Dec 14th

    • Holiday Luncheon: Maggiano’s Little Italy 
      Thurs. Dec 10th / 11am 

      Ticket, Purchase/ Deadline:  TBA

    • No Dec. Coffee & Conversation

Who We Are

Our multicultural community represents over 40 countries which offers a warm welcome for Expatriates, Repatriates and Locals to form long lasting international friendships.

 

ICH is a 501c(3) non-profit, volunteer-led organization offering monthly meetings, special events and over 30 monthly activity group meetings and/or special events to help you make the most of your time in Houston.

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ICH has a strong focus on community engagement from our scholarship, targeted donations and member volunteering.

About Us

Various activity groups meet almost every day of the week. If you are looking for a way to connect and socialize join an activity group!

Our community-wide events include Monthly Meetings, Coffees, Seasonal Gatherings, Potluck Lunches and more.

Are you interested in joining but want to learn more? Join us for a monthly meeting. Fill out the Contact Us form  below and select "I want to attend a meeting," and we will connect with you.

Activity Groups

Various activity groups meet almost every day of the week to pursue different interests.  If you are looking for a way to connect and socialize, join an activity group! Click images below to see activity groups organized by category.

Volunteers
Help us Lend a Hand

These ICH Gives Back happenings focus on volunteer activities that give back to the Greater Houston Area and elsewhere.

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Find Your Opportunity to Play 

We have several game groups to choose from: American Mah Jong, Canasta, Beginner and Friendly Bridge, International Mah Jong.

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Piles of Books
Widen Your Mind and Spirit

Are you interested in joining a book club (we have 2!)? Do you like Arts and Museums? Or do you love going to the movies? Find those groups here.

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Making Memories
with ICH

We create memories with crafts, exploration, and friends. Groups include: Explore Houston, Lone Star Crafters, and Girls Have Fun.

At the Dinner Table
Let's Eat and Drink Together

Enjoy sharing a meal with friends or having a great conversation over coffee? You'll find your group here - Lunch Group, Connoisseurs Club, Dining Out, and Culinary Friends.

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Exercise is Always Easier with ICH Friends

Are you looking for an opportunity to exercise with friends? We need active volunteers to lead some activities!

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Groups

Events
 

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Monthly Meetings

Guests Welcome!
Use the Contact Us form (below) for details and location. Meetings are typically held the 3rd Thursday of the month. 

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Tea Time
New2ICH

A few times per year, we hold a NEW2ICH coffee morning so that new members can meet in a smaller group, get to know one another a little and meet some of the board members.

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Coffee
Coffee & Conversation

Join together to chat and drink coffee, usually on the last Wednesday of the month. Would you like an invitation to attend?  Use the Contact Us form below.

Events
Contact

Contact Us

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