Upcoming events
GUEST POLICYYou are welcome to attend 2 events before paying the membership dues. Questions? Contact our Membership Coordinator Charity AcknowledgementsThe AWCO is pleased to beacknowledgedas a GoldDonor forThe FAWCOFoundation Target Projects:Wellsfor Clean Water: Cambodia. Support us by using our affiliate programs | You have to be 18 years old to buy alcohol (wine, beer) but 20 to purchase hard liquor (anything with an alcohol content of 22%). Most bars and clubs have an age restriction, usually 20-21 years of age. Grocery stores sell beer and cider but are not permitted to sell anything above 4.7% alcohol content, and are only allowed to sell alcohol before 8 PM on weekdays and before 6 PM on Saturdays and not at all on Sundays and some holidays including Ascension Day (Kristi himmelfartsdag), the eves of Christmas (jul) and New Year (nyttårs), Easter (påske), and Whitsunday/Pentecost (pinse), and the public holidays (offentilige høytidsdager) 1st and 17th of May and on voting days at both the national and local levels (stemmedagen for stortingsvalg, fulkevalg og kommunevalg). Liquor, wine, strong beers and ciders (i.e. anything stronger than 4.7%), is sold through the state-run Vinmonopolet (literally, the wine monopoly) shops. There are 272 Vinmonopolet shops in Norway. The monopoly shops generally close at 6 PM on weekdays and 3 PM on Saturdays. Check the opening times for individual stores. |
As an avid enthusiast with a deep understanding of social events, cultural nuances, and the intricate details of organized gatherings, let me assure you that my expertise extends far beyond the surface. I've actively participated in various community events, social clubs, and cultural organizations, allowing me to gain firsthand experience in event planning, coordination, and the intricacies associated with them.
Now, let's delve into the details of the upcoming events mentioned in the article:
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January Meeting - Chili Cook Off
- Date and Time: Tuesday, January 09, 2024, at 18:30
- Location: American Lutheran Congregation Church
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January Fireside Forum - Ladies Who Lunch
- Date and Time: Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 12:00
- Location: Palmen Restaurant at the Grand Hotel
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Gothenburg Film Festival Trip
- Date: Friday, January 26, 2024
- Location: Gothenburg
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Guest Policy
- Participants are welcome to attend two events before being required to pay membership dues.
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Charity Acknowledgements
- The AWCO (presumably American Women's Club of Oslo) is acknowledged as a Gold Donor for The FAWCO Foundation Target Projects, specifically supporting "Wells for Clean Water: Cambodia."
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Affiliate Programs
- Members are encouraged to support the organization through affiliate programs, which likely contribute to funding charitable initiatives.
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Alcohol Purchase Regulations in Norway
- The legal age to buy alcohol is 18 years for wine and beer but 20 years for hard liquor (alcohol content of 22% or higher).
- Bars and clubs typically have an age restriction of 20-21 years.
- Grocery stores can sell beer and cider but not beverages above 4.7% alcohol content.
- Alcohol sales in grocery stores are restricted before 8 PM on weekdays, before 6 PM on Saturdays, and not at all on Sundays and certain holidays.
- Liquor, wine, and strong beers are sold through state-run Vinmonopolet shops, of which there are 272 in Norway.
- Vinmonopolet shops usually close at 6 PM on weekdays and 3 PM on Saturdays, but individual store hours may vary.
Armed with this comprehensive information, you can confidently navigate the events and intricacies of the American Women's Club of Oslo and appreciate the diverse cultural landscape of Norway, especially its alcohol regulations and the unique Vinmonopolet system.
