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Upcoming Event
Membership Event - 04/17/25 at 6:00 p.m.
Dinner at the Edelweiss Biergarten
2625 East Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ  85032
There will be nightly entertainment.  This dinner is a no-host event - dinner and drinks at your own expense.
For additional information please contact Nancy Lenox at [email protected].
Past Events
Holiday Party 12/8/24
Our holiday party will be held on 12/8/24.  
For additional information please contact Nancy Lenox at [email protected].
Glendale Community College International Festival 11/21/24
Glendale Sister Cities had a table at this event where we shared info regarding our program.

Annual Arizona Sister Cities State Conference 2024

The Glendale AZ Sister Cities Board members will be attending the Arizona Sister Cities State Conference 2024 on November 15th & 16th.  


Annual Oktoberfest Get-together at Haus Murphy's.  We are reserving tables for the Friday, October 11th Seating.

The Glendale AZ Sister Cities Board would love for you to join them for this special evening of food, fun, music and, of course, Beer!

For additional information please contact Nancy Lenox at [email protected].

Spring Membership Meeting

Join us on Monday, April 15th at 6:30 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown Street, for our Spring membership meeting.  Meeting agenda topics include: updates on our program, a presentation on the Global Ties Arizona organization.  We will also have two students speak to the group regarding their participation in the Global Ties Young Diplomats Leadership program last summer.  

RSVP to Nancy Lenox at [email protected]

Thank you for your support of the Glendale AZ Sister Cities.
Oktoberfest

Join us on Saturday, October 21st at 5 p.m. at Haus Murphy's for our Annual Oktoberfest Sister Cities Celebration. The cover charge is $5 per person.

RSVP's are due August 29th, 2023.

It is always an awesome evening in the “Bier Garden” listening to the German band and enjoying authentic German food and drink!
We hope you will join the Executive Board and other Sister City members. You are welcome to invite friends and family to join in the fun too!  

Thank you for your support of the Glendale AZ Sister Cities.
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Bunco Night
Don't miss this fun-filled night of Bunco, sweet treats, fun, and prizes.  Proceeds support the Sister Cities Youth Education programs.   

Reservations are required as seating is limited.  The cost is $20 per person.  

Click the button below to for your online reservation.  

Thank you for your support of the Glendale AZ Sister Cities.
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The Annual Hometown Christmas Parade is almost here!
Join us on December 10th in Historic Downtown Glendale as the Glendale Ambassadors and the Glendale AZ Sister Cities partner for a parade float.
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Contact Nancy Lenox for additional information.
Friday Oct 14th, 5:00 pm.  Social Event - Oktoberfest at Haus Murphy in Downtown Glendale

Our tickets are now sold out for this event.
Monday, Sept 26th, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, September 26, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library.  The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program. 

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
Monday, May 16, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, January 31, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library.  The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program. 

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
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Monday, March 15, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, March 15th, 2021 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures store located at 5836 W. Palmaire Ave in Downtown Glendale.  The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program. 

Attendees are required to wear face masks.  

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].

Monday, January 31, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, January 31, 2022 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library.  The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program. 

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
The Glendale AZ Sister Cities and Glendale Ambassadors will share a float (Hay Wagon) in Glendale's Hometown Christmas Parade (www.hcparade.org) Saturday, Dec 11th.

If you are interested in riding in our hay wagon or walking alongside, be in the staging area, Zone C (space #7) near 52nd Ave and Glenn Dr by 10:00 a.m.

Contact Nancy Lenox, [email protected], for additional info, RSVP.


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Monday, September 27, 2021, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, September 27th, 2021 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library located at 5959 W. Brown St in Glendale.  The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program. 

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
Monday, February 10, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, February 10, 2020 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program.  Our guest speaker for this meeting will be the Norwegian Commander from Luke Air Force Base.

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
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Monday, July 20, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

​With the recent uptick in COVID cases, we are canceling our July membership meeting.  Hope to see you in October.  More info to come.


​ Please Join Us For Our February 20th, 2020 Fundraising Event - Breakfast For Dinner 
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​ Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER EVENT 
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Glendale Sister Cities is having a wine tasting fund raising event in partnership with Wines for Humanity and will include a wonderful variety of wines to sample along with delicious food parings.

The cost per person is $15.  You will also have the opportunity to purchase bottles of wine with proceeds to benefit Glendale Sister Cities.

The event will be held at the home of Al and Nancy Lenox.  .


For more information, contact Lorraine Zomok at [email protected].
​ Monday, October 28, 2019 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, October 28, 2019 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities. 
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For more information, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].

Fund Raising Event at the Brelby Theatre Company

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Glendale Sister Cities is having a fund raiser at the Brelby Theatre Company.  Anyone attending the Aug. 10th or the 17th afternoon perfomance of Alice's Canvas play, Glendale Sister Cities will receive a credit.  
 
In order for Glendale Sister Cities to receive credit, please be sure to order your tickets online and use the promotional code, SISTER.  Reminder, this is only for attendance the next two Saturday’s, Aug. 10th and 17th at their afternoon performance. 
 
You can also get additional information on the Brelby website (brelby.com)

​ Monday, July 29, 2019 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, July 20, 2019 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities. 
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For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
​ Monday, April 29, 2019 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, April 30, 2018 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a charter member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities. 
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For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].

Please Join Us For Our Fundraising Event - Breakfast For Dinner

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Glendale Sister Cities Young Artist Showcase

Glendale Sister Cities invites you to participate in its second Young Artist Showcase, in conjunction with the International Sister Cities competition.  This year's theme is Global Citizens: Resilient Communities.  The competition is open to any student attending a Glendale school and/or a Glendale resident ages 13-18. Cash awards of $100 (first), $50 (second), and $25 (third) will be presented. First place will be sent to the International Competition in May.
Art must be 2D, unframed and no larger than 24 X 36 inches, and may be any of the following:  oil paint, acrylic paint, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, crayon, ink, marker, etching, or collage. All entries must be supported by matting if applicable. Deadline is February 28, 2019.   Each entry should be accompanied by an entry form listed below.  All entries should be mailed to Glendale Sister Cities, P.O. Box 8032, Glendale, AZ 85312 or arrangements for delivery may be made by calling 623-703-0922.  Inquiries or questions: [email protected]
​ Tuesday, January 15, 2019 - 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.  Fundraising Event For Glendale Sister Cities 
Play Bingo at Bitzee Mama's Restaurant in downtown Glendale (7023 N 58th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301)

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.

It's $10 for 2 Bingo cards and 10 raffle tickets.  Raffle drawings will take place throughout the evening.  You can get additional Bingo cards for $5.  There will also be $2 raffle tickets for a special prize basket.

We will be accepting art supplies to donate to local schools for a special art project related to Sister Cities.  Suggestions:  Crayons, Washable colored markers, water colors and colored pencils.  You could also urchase a little bit heavier stock paper that would be great for their pictures.  You get extra raffle ticket for bringing in a donation.

There will be light refreshments. 

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​ Monday, January 14, 2019 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, January 14, 2019 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities. 
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For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].

Tour Glendale Sister City Ørland, Norway: September 19-27, 2018!

A visit to Ørland, Glendale's sister city, will kick off an 10-day tour of Norway culminating in Oslo. Our tour company... is Gonzalo Tours, who has offered semi-private international tours for over 25 years. The cost is $2,195 per person (plus air) with 4-star hotels, American breakfasts, and so much more! A Deposit of $100 per person is due by December 1, 2017. ALL ARE WELCOME​

Glendale Sister Cities Classroom Exchange Program

Have you ever wanted to share the world with your students?  The Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization would like to invite teachers to participate in an exchange program with Orland, Norway.  Any teacher working in a Glendale school is eligible.  Orland is a small community along the coast with three primary/elementary, middle and high schools.   Classroom exchanges will take place during the 2018-19 school year.  These exchanges may use any type of communication or may be a one-time project.  Applications are due Friday, September 14, 2018, to Davita Solter, [email protected]. For more information, email Davita or call 623-703-0922.  As you fill out your application (application below), please keep in mind that, unfortunately, there will be no funding by Glendale Arizona Sister Cities for your project. 

Past Events

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​Monday, January 29, 2018 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, April 30, 2018 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a charter member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities. 

​Our guest speaker is the Honorable Alex Boemark, Consulate of the Kingdom of Norway.
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For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
​Monday, October 16, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, October 17, 2017 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a charter member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities.  Our guest speaker will discuss a Tour to Norway in Sept. 2018.

​Next Meeting:  January 22, 2018
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For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].
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Monday, July 17, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  GLENDALE AZ SISTER CITIES QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The public is invited to learn more about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities Organization at our quarterly membership meeting to be held on Monday, July 17, 2017 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Glendale Elementary School District Office located at 7301 N. 58th Ave., in Downtown Glendale. The meeting is free to attend.

The meeting will provide information about the Glendale AZ Sister Cities program including becoming a charter member of the organization to help build a strong and vibrant program with an emphasis on international friendship and understanding, cultural and business exchange and youth education activities.  Our guest speaker will discuss "Norwegian Polar Explorers

For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Lenox, Glendale AZ Sister Cities President, by phone at 602-568-6202 or email [email protected].

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