If you enjoy reading and talking about literature, join our weekly meeting of bookworms! Please bring your own copy of the book, your ideas and your questions! Newcomers are always welcome! Bitte lesen Sie bis zum ersten Treffen mindestens ein Drittel des Buches. Lauded in the Independent as being “brilliant, funny, sad and sensitive”, "The Accidental Tourist" by Anne Tyler, a writer of literary excellence, shows how a man addicted to routine copes with the chaos of everyday life

Join us for fifteen 90-minute sessions around the English-speaking world with topical texts for features, language tips and exercises that give you the chance to improve fluency, reading, listening and active vocabulary.

This course is for those who have already attained a high level of English but wish to improve their oral skills even more. Not only will we read and discuss interesting newspaper articles, texts and literary excerpts, but we will work on vocabulary, formal and informal, the idiomatic language and intercultural aspects. Newcomers are very welcome. Course materials will be provided.

Join our interesting and relaxing Get-together in the vhs club INTERNATIONAL! Everyone is welcome, whether you're a native speaker or just want to practice your English.

Love knitting and want to practise your English? At "Knit & Chat" you can do both! Bring your knitting project, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and chat in English with fellow knitters. All English-levels are welcome – from learners to native speakers. Guided by an English trainer (and passionate knitter), this group is all about yarn, conversation, and good company. Please bring your own knitting materials and projects.  

Let's enjoy a wonderful Friday afternoon and have fun on an interesting tour walking through Erlangen. I would like to show you various places and little sights - both historical and modern - you might never have noticed or things you are familiar with but you have never talked and thought about in English. Have a try and enjoy the English walking tour in a small group. And don't worry if you are an English learner - it will be easy English.

For  English-speaking (new) inhabitants and interested English learners (Level B1/B2). Who were the Huguenots, and where did they come from? What role did the French Reformation and Jean Calvin play in their story? This talk will explore the fascinating history of the Huguenots – French Protestants who fled religious persecution and found new homes across Europe. You will learn why Erlangen is known as the “Huguenot City,” what these newcomers contributed to its development, and how their legacy can still be seen today. The presentation will also take you on a short journey through other Huguenot towns in Franconia and reveal what makes them special. Finally, we will look at present-day Huguenot associations and societies in Europe that continue to preserve this rich cultural heritage. Join us for an informative and enjoyable evening in a friendly atmosphere, perfect for anyone interested in local history and culture.

Dive into the rock'n'roll era with our Movie Talk about "Grease" in English! The perfect opportunity to (re-)discover this timeless musical classic! Together, we will watch selected scenes (in English) and discuss the story of Danny and Sandy at Rydell High, other unforgettable characters, iconic songs, and 1950s nostalgia that have made Grease a true cult favourite. Led by an experienced and film-loving English instructor, the evening is perfect for anyone who enjoys movies, wants to practice their English, or simply meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. While it is helpful to be familiar with the film, it is absolutely not required – selected scenes will be shown to give everyone enough context for a lively discussion. Basic English conversation skills are recommended. Come and join fellow movie fans for a fun and lively discussion – and maybe even discover a new favorite film!

Dive into the vibrant world of Barbie Land with our Movie Talk about "Barbie" in English! The perfect opportunity to (re-)discover this colourful and surprisingly profound comedy. Together, we will watch selected scenes (in English) and discuss Barbie's journey from her perfect plastic world to the complexities of the real world, the film's witty commentary on identity and feminism, Margot Robbie's charismatic performance, and the clever blend of humour and social critique that have made Barbie a cultural phenomenon. Led by an experienced and film-loving English instructor, the evening is perfect for anyone who enjoys movies, wants to practice their English, or simply meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. While it is helpful to be familiar with the film, it is absolutely not required – selected scenes will be shown to give everyone enough context for a lively discussion. Basic English conversation skills are recommended. Come and join fellow movie fans for a fun and lively discussion – and maybe even discover a new favourite film!

If you enjoy reading and talking about literature, join our weekly meeting of bookworms! Please bring your own copy of the book, your ideas and your questions! Newcomers are always welcome! About this book: Graham Swift displays his quietly commanding ability to set the personal and the extraordinary against the sharp sweep of history.

If you enjoy reading and talking about literature, join our weekly meeting of bookworms! Please bring your own copy of the book, your ideas and your questions! Newcomers are always welcome! About this book: A highly acclaimed novel praised for its masterful storytelling and authentic portrayal of 20th century history.

Remember the time your guide in London suggested a tour off the beaten track, and you agreed—only to realize you wouldn’t see the famous landmarks after all? Or when your friend said he had itchy feet, and you had no clue what he meant? And what about that moment your colleague called you a “big cheese,” or your sister told you to spill the beans—though you weren’t even cooking? If this sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. In Between the Lines: Fun with Idioms, we’ll tame the wild world of English idioms together. In just 45 minutes per session, you’ll decode tricky expressions, practice using them in everyday conversation, and share a laugh along the way. By the end, you won’t just understand idioms—you’ll be able to drop them into your speech naturally, just like a native. This course is designed for participants with approximately B2/C1 level or above.

Join us for fifteen 90-minute sessions around the English-speaking world with topical texts for features, language tips and exercises that give you the chance to improve fluency, reading, listening and active vocabulary.

Kleingruppe 5 bis 8 Teilnehmer*innen Start your week right: In this course, we will explore the expressions and language that are useful in everyday life. The themes discussed will be varied and include travelling, ordering food in a restaurant, email communication, expressing agreement and disagreement and describing personality traits, amongst others. The focus will be on increasing vocabulary as well as some grammar corrections as needed, with the goal of increasing fluency and confidence. The course topics are flexible and can be adapted to participants' interests and needs, and of course to our Monday morning moods. Participants should be comfortable in communicating in English, ideally level C1, however, motivated participants and those eager for a challenge from all levels are welcome. Participants are kindly requested to bring 4 euros to the first class to cover material costs.

If you like to speak English, come along and join us. We're friendly, actually charming, and talk about everything. You determine what you'd like to talk about and we take it from there. Extra activities are offered to anyone who would like more than the course has to offer.

Thinking of taking your English B2 knowledge to the higher level of C1 - then this course is what you are looking for. Targets: Enhancing your spoken language to be clear and concise, written English will also include basic business tasks (reports, minutes etc.). Understanding authentic reading texts/newspapers/reports. Boosting your listening skills. Building a wide range of vocabulary and more complex collocations. Applying sophisticated language structures in verbal and written communication. Getting down to the nitty-gritty of some grammar. C1 level is a whole new ball game and great fun. Book/material: will be discussed on the first evening.

Interesting topics provide the background to this course which aims to encourage and develop your conversational skills. We will use a variety of sources e.g. newspaper/magazine articles for discussions, vocabulary and grammar games for extending vocabulary and improving sentence structure and many more acitvites. If you're interested, come and join our friendly group! For students with a good knowledge of English (about 6 to 7 years).

Kleingruppe 5 bis 8 Teilnehmer*innen A course for participants who use English at work or at school and/or who wish to practice or improve their skills and competences and have some fun. Role-plays, games and presentations may be part of our activities; different topics will be covered in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Support and a review of structures in relevant context will gladly be offered, if needed.