See the group details below and get in touch with their leaders via email or through their Facebook group to get involved!
Babies @ Yale
Tentative: Mondays, 2:30-3:30pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
This playgroup is an ideal opportunity for little ones to begin socializing and learning about group play. This is also a great meeting place for parents and caregivers looking for opportunities to practice speaking English, and for everyone to share experiences, tips and ideas. As the International Center does not offer a child-proof setting, Babies @ Yale is recommended for babies that will be content playing together behind the glass partition (up to approximately one year). Please bring your own toys and books to enjoy during the meetings. If you are interested in joining the group please join the Babies @ Yale Facebook group, or find them on Whatsapp at Babies @ Yale!
Beginner-friendly English Conversation Group
Wednesdays, 11am-12pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/H7kVjAX7GaN0h7sYn2BfpZ
Join this group to improve your English fluency and vocabulary through conversation and games. It'll be a safe space for you to practice, make friends, have fun and feel more confident using the English language. Our meetings are beginner friendly.
Chinese Conversation Group
Fridays, 2:30-3:30pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
The Chinese Conversation Group provides a relaxing environment that offers opportunities for conversing in Mandarin Chinese. People of all skill levels are welcome, including beginners, experts, native speakers, and everyone in-between. Please join us! You can improve your Chinese and learn more about China and Chinese culture by discussing a variety of topics. Please contact yaleoisschinesegroup@gmail.com or on Wechat with ID: Yale OISS Chinese Conversation!
Cooking Group at Yale: Discover, Cook, Connect
Thursdays, 2:30-4:30pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IjZSf2Y6ngXIsnzqkjw62F
Join our new Cooking Group at Yale to learn and try new recipes together over two hours of good conversation and cooking! Please join our Whatsapp Group for more information.
ISPY Chinese Painting & Calligraphy
Wednesdays, 3-4pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HRCcvZWbeJ22PUkm1B6zvE
Join this group to learn the art of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy. All levels are welcome, including brand new beginners, and supplies will be provided. Please join us!
ISPY Gentle Stretching
Thursdays, every 2 weeks, 6-7pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
February 20, March 6, March 20
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DyjA5SH3ogmCJrsND8T3y9
Welcome to “ISPY Gentle Stretching”, a 60-minute class for beginners who want to improve flexibility and unwind. Together, we’ll explore gentle exercises that will help you to connect with your body and release tension. Come join us for a refreshing experience! Please bring your own mat or blanket for the practice.
Spanish Conversation Group
Mondays, 11am-12pm, OISS, 421 Temple Street
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JOhsZMzyDQ4LjxPb3eusfs
Our Spanish Conversation Group is back! This group is open to native or intermediate speakers who are looking to come together for an hour once or twice a week to socialize in Spanish. Please join us for an hour of good conversation and help us to reinvigorate this group!
Tea & Coffee Soulmates Club
Thurdays, every 2 weeks, 10am-11am, OISS, 421 Temple Street
February 13 & 27, March 6 & 20
Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUu5lIt4K2W9X0b9p8akJo
We invite you to join our new Tea & Coffee Soulmates club which is here to provide an environment where international students and scholars with family members can relax, communicate, and enjoy tasting tea and coffee. Coffee or tea will be provided, depending on the week.
Toddlers at Yale
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm - around New Haven (see Facebook group for details)
Meet fellow parents, bring your toddlers, and bond over shared experiences as international families in New Haven! This is best for toddlers ages 1-4. Please join the Toddlers at Yale Facebook group to get updated information.
