The International Club is open to all NATO ID holders and spouses. We are an inclusive, educational, and social organization that helps people build community and learn about other cultures while living in the Tri-Border Area. We meet monthly for Coffee & Culture Mornings to share national culture, food, and friendship. Member volunteers run activity clubs, organize trips and workshops, and host fundraisers to benefit the NATO community.
We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of living abroad while supporting NATO service members. In the International Club, you will find an inspiring, resilient, and welcoming community of women making the most of their time abroad. If you're looking for ways to build a home away from home, this is it. You belong here, and we're saving you a seat.
The Club season runs from September through June, but we accept new members year-round. Memberships must be renewed annually for a fee of €25, which grants you access to the International Club's:
Monthly newsletter & members-only Facebook group
Discounts & early access to Coffee & Culture Mornings, trips, and workshops
Free access to interest-based activity clubs
Scan the QR code to secure your membership or go directly to our Ticket Tailor site.
Please use the following bank credentials to process your payment:
Beneficiary name: Financial Controller (Allied Joint Forces Command) JFC HQ Brunssum
Account number: NL26ABNA0101979975
BIC: ABNANL2A
Reference: Membership, your full name, and delegation
Send payment confirmation to jfcbicmembers@gmail.com once complete.
The U.S. Delegation will host our next Coffee & Culture Event on Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 19:00-21:00 at Schinvelder Hoeve in Schinveld.
You’re warmly invited to join to a spooktacular Halloween‑themed event — expect a fun atmosphere and plenty of seasonal treats.
Costumes are completely optional — feel free to dress up or come as you are. We’d love to see you there!
Tickets are on sale now, reserve your spot until the event is sold out!
Trips & Events 2026–2027: Member Input Needed
Welcome (back) to a new year at JFCBIC. As we are planning the 2026–2027 season, we’d love to hear from our members. Your ideas and preferences help shape the trips, events, and activities we organize throughout the year.
Please take a moment to share your thoughts. Your input truly influences the choices we make and ensures our program reflects what our community is excited about.
In addition to our monthly Club-wide events, interest-based activity clubs meet regularly to foster strong connections with people who enjoy the same things you do. From English, French, and Italian conversation clubs, to cooking, reading, dog walking, and more, you can find 'your people' in the International Club. View a list of our 2026-2027 active clubs here.
In 1969, only two years after the foundation of HQ Allied Forces Central Europe (HQ AFCENT) here in Brunssum, a group of spouses started the AFCent Ladies Club. This Club fulfilled a similar purpose as what our Club strives to provide today: international friendship and entertainment for spouses and charitable activities within the community and beyond. The Club raised funds, organized Ladies' Tea, tours in the area, and activities like Bridge Club, Antiques Club, Tennis Club, Language Classes, and many more.