Hello again, IWBies! 💜
Can you feel it? September is knocking on the door, and with it comes a whole new energy, back-to-school vibes, back-to-routine vibes, and yes, even elections on the horizon (more on that below).
But before we let go of summer completely, Berlin still has a packed weekend ahead full of feijoada, Bollywood nights and vintage markets to squeeze in every last drop of golden-hour joy.
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Just a gentle reminder: this newsletter is put together by a small group of immigrant women, doing this voluntarily between work, Termine and everyday life here, and we do it because this community matters a lot to us.
Take a deep breath, grab your coffee ☕ and enjoy your weekly dose of Berlin.
With love,
Sabrina & your IWB team 💖
As immigrants, it’s important to stay informed about what’s happening in Germany. Here are the most important news updates you should be aware of:
💸 Berliners are the most generous tippers of all German tourists when on holiday in another country
🤖 Berlin gov’t announces Gretchen AI tool to help locals fact check election posts
🏛️ Could a regional vote reshape national politics and redefine the center parties’ response to the far right?
🧐 The September 6 state election raises questions about belonging, security and the future in Germany.
📈 Are Germany’s economic problems boosting support for the AfD?
🌾 What do mounting crop losses mean for food prices, farmers and the wider economy?
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👉 Week from August, the 31th to September 06th - Berlin is a city full with events to suit all tastes. Here are some highlights that we think you and your friends would enjoy:
🇧🇷 Roda de Feijoada - Pool Party edition. September, 06
🇮🇳 The Great Indian Food Festival Berlin 2026. September, 05
💕 Queer Dating at Curly Bar: FLINTA 35+ Edition. September, 03
👑 BEYDAY: Bday Celebration for the Queen. September, 04
🥵 Bailecria: BRAZIL BAILE FUNK AT DNA. September, 05
💃 AFTER THE INTERVAL: a new Bollywood nightlife experience inspired by cinema, nostalgia, music and the energy of Berlin after dark. September, 05
🎉 We Found Love! • 2000s, 2010s, 2020s - Pop Hits Party. September, 05
🎧 Campos Sonoros: a night of ambient, electronic, and experimental music featuring Latin American artists based in Berlin. September, 03
🍩 Brammibal’s Donuts - Vegan handmade donuts & specialty coffee since 2015
♟️ Chess & Vino: Bring your favorite opponent, grab a glass of wine, and let the pieces dance. September, 01
🥂 Frizzante. The Aperitivo Edition. September, 05
🛍️ Vintage & Heritage Market Berlin: Discover more than 20 authentic vintage sellers, vinyl DJs, Italian street food and more! September, 06
IWB, with +40k members, is a very active community. Given that you might not have time to catch up on everything and some good posts may get overlooked, here are a few highlights from our group, from the last week:
💌 “Dating a new guy and he is on vacation. How do I “behave”/ text during this time?”
🧘 “Any recommendations for Pilates and yoga studios? What is the most affordable way to do Pilates and yoga classes in Berlin?”
🤱 “I am curious to hear mothers who did not regret becoming a mother”
🇬🇧 “Is anyone only still living in Berlin because their German partner is not able to move with them to the UK due to Brexit?”
💉 “Did anyone of your doctor in Germany recommend or give you the RSV vaccine during pregnancy?”
😳 “20 somethings--do you want compliments from 50+ guys on your appearance? Everyone--do you mind if your boyfriend compliments other women on their appearance in front of you?”
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Wishing you a fantastic week ahead! 💖