VENICE SOCIAL CLUB
A COMMUNITY OF VENETIANS BY CHOICE
We are all Venetians by Choice.
Venetians born here are fighting the tide and choosing to stay as much as those who find themselves here by chance, design or good fortune.
Knitting our communities together we unite behind the same goal: grow the Venetian community and retain la vita veneta.
This is a park bench in a campo of the mind.
We are committed to this extraordinary place and seek a deeper sense of belonging. We’d like to meet each other, encourage other conversations, and share our enthusiasm with others to ensure Venice stays vibrant for many years to come.
WE love Venetian Culture as much as Venice.
At least 50% of the allure of Venice is made by the people culture. We aim to put the social capital of Venice on par with built heritage.
OUR COLLECTIVE OFFER
Non tourist occupied space is getting harder to find.
Venetians know each other, in some cases, for centuries. Venice’s cosmopolitan citizens — those who come from somewhere else — outnumber Venetians but are harder to spot in the 20 million annual tourists.
This is a common room where we have Venice in common. You can host, meet, work and relax.
SCAFFOLDING
Raise awareness and understanding of the value points of Venetian culture, community appeal and success.
Showcase community as imperative to the city of the future.
Support local people and organisations.
International network building.
MEMBERSHIP
Monthly private dining to meet new people.
Special events, outings and access.
Member activities and showcases.
Club nights.
Plus a range of affiliations where you are a Venetian by Choice.
This may include first to know or discounts as regular visitors and supporters of Venice.
PRIVATE SPACE
Space with people working on the same dimensions.
Space to provide something to the community.
Just space.
SERVICES
Concierge and information sharing to help find who or what you need to make the most of your time or to help get things done.
Networking events to meet likeminded people and talk about community.
Coworking space to remote work in good company.
Situations vacant — if you have a job or need some help, if you would like to start a group or offer some help.
UPCOMING EVENtS
Our events are hosted by members and invited guests.
New events and ideas warmly welcomed.
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Cook & Swap
Cook produce and swap recipes that are new to you
Second Mondays 15 - 17h
13 May
10 June Something Venetian from La Madonna
8 July Pavlova from New Zealand
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Table for 8
Social Dining — invitation only.
First Thursdays 20h —
9 May
6 June
4 July
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Network hosted by
Professional meet up hosted by a local business in format speed dating.
Last Fridays 18h - 19h30
31 May - How do we meet
28 June - Ateneo Veneto
26 July - SerenDPT
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Culture Hop
Monthly weekend day trip to nearby cultural site or event.
18 May, Sturday, Altino Archeological, Ride share.
16 June, Sunday, Lio Piccolo + picnic
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Club Aperitif
Members aperitif with invited guest — tell us who you want to meet.
Wednesdays 17h30-19h30
22, 29 May
5, 12, 19, 26 June
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Stitch & Bitch
Handcraft, knitting, crochet, lace, embroidery, sewing et al.
Tuesdays 17h30-19h30
14, 21, 28 May
4, 11, 18, 25 Jun
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Table for 12
Social dining with friends and strangers. First come First Served.
Fourth Thursdays 20h —
23 May
27 June
25 July
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Sip & Paint
Host artist shares their tricks and tips as well as a favourite locally produced beverage while you create, paint, draw, design, scribble and sketch.
Tuesdays 17h30-19h30
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Bumps & Babies
Meet others with bumps or babies (up to 12 months).
BiMonthly Thursday 10h -12h
16, 30 May
13, 27 June
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TWO4FIVE
Two hours for under 5s to socialise over art, books and toys while primary caregivers get two hours to themselves. Golden.
BiMonthly Thursday 14h -16h
16, 30 May
13, 27 June
BYO Snack.
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Inspired
Meet an inspiring person living in or visiting Venice.
Freya Salway, Google
DVF, Fashion Designer
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dance+
Afternoon dance or silent disco.
65 years and older paired with students and followed by a refreshment.
First Mondays 16h-18h
3 June, guest DJ XYZ
1 July, 3rd Year Commerce Student, XYZ, Playlist
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Murder Mystery Dinner
Who dunnit scripted role play dining experience.
Once a quarter 15 June 20h —
Guest theatrical host:
Costume essential.
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My Neighbourhood
People, places or things in my neighbourhood I don’t want to live without.
Spend a few minutes drawing or writing about your neighbourhood and hang them on our wall.
Paper and coloured pencils supplied by Nice Art Shop.
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Roundtable: Art Critic
Leading art writer and critic, XYZ, is in Venice this month and invites 10 Liceo Artistico students to meet and discuss their portfolio and pathways.
Monday 17 June from 15h-17h
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Micro Internships & Experiences
We want to know what you’d like expereince doing or being.
Do you want to perform in front of an audience, give a speech, try a particular kind of work or behind the scenes at a business, putting together a show or having an exhibiton…
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Talking Circle
This month we talk about: AltaTensioneAbitativa now in parliament…
Host XYZ
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Language Exchange
Come exchange language.
Italian <> English
Chinese <> Italian
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Book worms
All things reading and books including guests and swaps and afternoon tea.
Sunday 15h-17h
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Gallery Meet the Artist
Works are rehung at least six times a year. Many works are for sale.
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National Day
Celebrate your home country with other expatriates and a taste of home.
Sunday July 21 Belgium
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Liceo Incontro
Monthly open event for high schoolers resident in Venice
Become a Member
And enjoy all the benefits of being in a commmunity of committed neighbours.
TIERs
The benefit of membership is access to the space, services and programme.
This includes working, hosting and meeting in the space.
Programmes may incur additional charges.
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This is our most important membership level.
It allows us to showcase the amazing people and talents of Venice.
The cost of membership is one free engagement per year.
Present your art, give a talk, guide a walk, offer a demonstration, open your studio… you have complete freedom to choose what and to whom you make this offer.
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You have much to offer and should consider the Culture membership.
For everyone else, annual fee 20 euros
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Annual fee 80 euros
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Annual fee 140 euros
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Gift a year’s membership.
Open Value starting at 20 euros for one year.
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2,000 euros annually
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Annual fee 10,000 euros
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Annual commitment 30,000 euros
BENEs
FAQs
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There are several categories of membership.
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We are open everyday from 8 to 10.
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Members have priority and receive friendly rates.
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You can enjoy our international membership program.