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Welcome to BAFOE!
"Where Europeans and Europhiles can meet and make friends"
The aim of this group is to bring together internationally-minded people with a European affinity. Through convivial cross-cultural social gatherings we are building a vibrant circle of cosmopolitan friends who meet, talk, exchange experiences, practice their language skills, or just relax and feel at home.
Anyone born in Europe or who has lived there or has some other strong European connection is welcome. If an expatriate, you might have just recently relocated to the U.S. or be a long-time naturalized citizen. Current members include folks from Austria, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Turkey and Ukraine.
Newcomers are particularly welcome. Come on your own or with a friend. You'll discover a friendly group where mingling is mandatory! We usually meet every two weeks for drinks and appetizers. Other meetings happen in conjunction with cultural events or other activities. Members can also contribute information to the group calendar about other events in the Bay Area that may be of interest to the European-Europhile community.
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Josephine joined the group"Sounds great."1 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group-
"Hi -- I just moved to the Bay Area from Santa Barbara and look forward to meeting people of European background with similar interests. Love to hike, sing in a choir, swim, yoga, read, interested in culture, history, scintillating conversation."
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Kelly joined the group"Hi I'm from California but I love European arts and cultures. I'd like to know more."2 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"Hi, I am Latinamerican but I have been always surrounded with European people becuase my family come from Italy. I lived in France for 6 years and in Italy for a few months."
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Herve joined the group"Hello there"1 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"Just recently relocated back to San Francisco and would love to meet and mingle with Europeans and others who love them. Photo is of me at one of my ballroom competitions with my champion Ukranian dance instructor."
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chandramb joined the group"Hello Everybody, great to be a part of this. Hope to meet other Nederlanders and more Europeans!"5 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"hi i love european culture..."
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"Born in the UK, moved to Bermuda and then to SF. Living in the Bay Area for 20 years. Career with Bank of America in SF. Over the last six years started two successful technology companies doing business between the US and Europe."
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"I am a retired businessman and avid recreational flier. I enjoy meeting Europeans because they are generally adventurous and frequently bring a fresh perspective towards America."
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"I'd like to meet new people."
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"It's a cool group. "
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Michael attended a Meetup
"Conversations were more artistic and spiritual than usual; why this is such an eclectic group and always assures attendees of an interesting afternoon."
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Marie joined the group"I'm looking to meet fun people coming from various places, to have interesting conversations."6 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"I am looking to expand my circle of friends to include more people with a worldwide view."
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"Moved to the bay area over a year ago from Japan where I lived for a few years teaching English. Originally from MN but have traveled and lived in many different places. "
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"Hello, I lived in Brussels Belgium from ages 14 to 18 (the formative years) and have always felt a bit of a stranger in the US. Would love to connect with people who might feel similarly intercultural."
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"Fairly new to the Bay Area; would like to make new friends and expand my horizons."
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"Hi I'm Maria and new to the Bay area so I'm looking to meet new people."
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"Lived/worked in Switzerland and UK for about a year...and traveled extensively through Europe."
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shulamit joined the group"Hi My name is Shulamit Sofia (Shulie for short) and I am a Europhile by birth altho a US citizen and a spiritual pilgrim with global consciousness. See more at my website: ww.soulstrengthseminars.com"2 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"Originally from Germany but have lived in England, Scotland, France, and New York. Would love to meet more Europeans on the West Coast!"
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"I've just relocated to Sausalito a few days ago from trekking around No.Africa & the EU. Always looking to meet other like minded folks. "
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Stefan joined the group"Hey ... I'm Stefan ... expat German ... looking forward to connecting with other Europeans that have washed up on these shores ..."1 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"Hi! I'm 26 year old girl from Spain and I just moved to San Francisco. I want to explore as much as possible of the things this city has to offer. I love traveling, laughing and outdoors activities like skiing and volleyball"
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Paul Hemmings joined the group"Just moved to the Peninsula from England. Have lived in the US before, but never in Northern California. Have travelled widely in Europe. I'm hoping this will be a good way to meet people."1 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"Good morning, and all the very best... My wife and I have many fond memories of visiting France and Italy, and are looking forward to meeting other travelers and visitors from many countries in Europe We like to ski, bike, sail, hike and travel."
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Fung S. Ou joined the group"I am originally from Taiwan, and was in Germany for 3 months. Travel a bit in Europe, Love it, love its people, needs to go back!"2 Europeans and Europhiles recently joined the group
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"Can't wait to meet everyone!"
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Featured Meetup
European Expats Gathering
Sunday 4:00 PM
at Palomino in San Francisco, CA
Sip aperitifs and socialize with fellow Europeans in a stylish lounge bar. This event is specially for expatriate Europeans, their guests, and regulars.… Read more
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Upcoming Meetups
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Note: Pastis and Pétanque #4
Sunday Mar 28, 1:00 PM
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Note: HOW TO SUBMIT CALENDAR INFORMATION
Thursday Apr 01
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Note: BAFOE Friends of Europe Soirée
Sunday Apr 04, 4:00 PM
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Note: BAFOE European Expats Gathering
Sunday Apr 18, 4:00 PM
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Note: Peninsula Friends of Europe
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