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"Bloom Where You are Planted" is a semi-annual newcomers' orientation program for English speakers of all nationalities and affiliations.

"Bloom While You Work" is a one-day program to shed some light on the cultural differences in both work and daily life, to improve your awareness and understanding of French culture.

“Bloom Where You are Planted” March and October (see Calendar of Events for exact dates)

During the first two Tuesdays in October you are invited to attend a two-day program covering such subjects as: adapting to change, accessing healthcare, cultural information and activities, tips for daily living, community involvement, children's activities, and enjoying France through food, travel, and fashion.

Each day features a different program of speakers and workshops, ending with a wine reception on the second day.  (Childcare is available.)

Speakers at BLOOM Where You’re Planted may include doctors, psychologists, tour guides, experienced expatriates, and shopping experts. 

Jump start your social and professional network at BLOOM! Paris’ foremost opportunity to launch a great Parisian experience!

Bloom Where You’re Planted and Bloom While You Work

Both seminars held at the American Church in Paris, 65 Quai d’Orsay, 75007 Paris. Registration fees include lunch, and Bloom Book – the definitive English speaker’s guide-book to living in France with over 300 pages of helpful information. Details and registration forms at www.woac.net, or at the church reception desk.

Sponsored by by the Women of the American Church. Pre-registration for the two-day event is 50 euros, 55 euros at the door. This includes the "invaluable" Bloom book (revised each year) and lunch. Registration forms available on the Women of the American Church website.

Childcare is available: 40 euros for the first child, 20 euros for the second and 10 euros for each additional child -- pre-registration is required.

You have an opportunity to attend the "Bloom Where You are Planted" a one-day program in March.

For more information on the workshops for newcomers on French culture, discovering France and creating a new life and getting connected in Paris, and I have provided a copy of the Bloom brochure.

Registration is limited to 50 participants from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and ends with a wine social.

Pre-registration fee for the March event is 40 euros, 45 euros at the door and includes and the invaluable "Bloom" book (very true!).

For more information (childcare, couples, etc.) and registration forms, visit the Women of the American Church website or read the brochure.

BLOOM While You Work in October (see my Calendar of Events for exact date)

Bloom while you work is a one-day program held in October for people new to France and working in the French environment.  Topics will include inter-cultural issues, business communication in France, and the French business environment, as well as outside of work issues such as healthcare, sports, and social life.  The day ends with a wine reception where participants make new friends and connections.

The program "Sheds light about the cultural differences in both work and daily life...."

The one-day program runs for one Saturday in October from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Pre-registration is 40 euros, 45 euros at the door and includes lunch and the Bloom book (couples are 45/55 euros). Visit www.woac.net for more information and the registration form.