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Join Us for Beginner Bachata Dance Classes! Organized by Amal Unite & Empower.

Join Us for Advanced Bachata Dance Classes! Organized by Amal Unite & Empower: Bloom Wellness Program.

Build your soccer skills and confidence through beginner-friendly coaching, supported gameplay, and community connection for adults.

Join us for drop-in adult indoor soccer (futsal) sessions!

Join us for Bloom United in Music—intimate concerts blending cultures, storytelling & live performance!

Practice English in a warm, judgment-free space! Join us for interactive conversations, games, and peer support to build confidence.

Organized by Amal Unite & Empower & The Cross Sea Academy of Movement Education

Come play, learn, connect, and grow your game with Bloom Chess Club.

Connect, relax, and recharge in a welcoming space for newcomers.

You brought years of skills and experience with you, so why does it feel like starting from scratch? Let’s talk about rebuilding confidenceStarting Over Without Starting From ZeroPart of the Bloom by AUE Wellness Connection CaféMoving to a new country can change a lot at once: your career, routines, relationships, community, and even how you see yourself.You may have years of experience, skills, and accomplishments behind you and still find yourself feeling like you are starting all over again.Join us for coffee and an informal, facilitated conversation about rebuilding confidence, recognizing the strengths and experiences you brought with you, and finding ways to move forward without losing sight of who you already are.Event Details:Date: Thursday, October 8 Time: 6:00–7:30 p.m.Location: 7 Ricketts Road, St. John'sFree | Registration required| Light refreshments includedDuring the session, we will:Talk about some of the identity and confidence shifts that can come with starting over in a new countryReflect on the strengths, experiences, and skills you already bring with youConnect with others navigating similar changesTry a practical exercise or tool you can continue using afterwardWhat to expect:A relaxed, facilitated 90-minute session with coffee and tea, conversation, an interactive activity and a practical takeaway. There is no pressure to share anything you are not comfortable sharing.What Is BLOOM?BLOOM is Amal Unite & Empower’s free wellness program, offering nature activities, art, peer support, and social drop-ins that help people connect, recharge, and feel at home in our community. BLOOM brings together people from different backgrounds to learn, enjoy themselves, and build friendships that continue beyond a single event. BLOOM is open to newcomers and the broader community. Brought to you by Amal Unite & Empower, with generous support from IRCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Jobs, Immigration & Growth)🔔 Important: One-Time Participant Form (Required)To help us continue offering free wellness activities to the community, we ask all participants to complete a short one-time information form.This is a requirement from our funders and helps us keep Bloom running at no cost to you. The information is confidential and used only for reporting and planning.👉 Please fill out the form before attending an activity:https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZgIf the form isn’t completed in advance, you may not be able to participate—so thank you for taking a moment to support this important step.Participant Expectations and Code of Conduct:To help create a safe and welcoming space for everyone, we ask all participants to:Be respectful of others’ boundaries and comfort levelsAsk for consent before taking photos or recordingsAvoid personal or intrusive questionsRespect privacy and shared experiencesFollow guidance from facilitators and staffWe are committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment. Bloom reserves the right to remove participants from a session if these guidelines are not followed.By registering, participants agree to these guidelines.Scent-Free Policy:Some participants have strong allergies to perfumes, colognes, and other scented products. To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, we kindly request that all participants avoid wearing strong perfumes, colognes, or heavily scented lotions to class. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.📸 Photography & Video Notice:Photos or videos may be taken during Bloom events to help promote our programming. By attending, you consent to this use. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.Don’t miss out! Registration is required for each class

Join Us for Beginner Bachata Dance Classes! Organized by Amal Unite & Empower.