WOAC - Bloom Where You’re Planted

Bloom Where You’re Planted

38 Years of Welcoming English-speaking Newcomers to Paris

Two days of Exciting and Informative Workshops and Lectures this October

The WOAC offers two annual "Bloom Where You're Planted" orientation progams:

Spring 2008 - March 31
Fall 2008 - October 6 & 7

How do I find...

French classes	Volunteer opportunities
a good bottle of wine	medical help
hidden museums	fresh produce
antiques bargains	a day trip out of town
specialty foods	new people to meet

The October BLOOM program costs 50€ in advance, or 65€ at the door (cash or check only). The price includes lunch, a wine reception at the end of the day, and a copy of the 37th annual Bloom Where You’re Planted book, an invaluable practical guide to living in France. Pre-registration is requested.

The March BLOOM program costs 40€ in advance, or 55€ at the door. Since participation for the March program is limited to 50 persons, pre-registration is encouraged

The registration form is available for download here.

“Thanks for organizing the most important two days since my arrival this summer in Paris. You and your team created a masterpiece.....”

Laura Berkshire, October, 2005

"Although I had lived abroad prior to moving to Paris, I was not fully prepared for the culture shock of living in France. BLOOM provided me with invaluable information about daily life in France -- from health care and shopping tips to social activities and more -- in a very welcoming environment. Plus, I got a head start in developing a circle of friends."

Mara Jauntirans, March, 2005

“Bloom was such a rewarding experience for me. I had the opportunity to meet several friends whom I still keep in touch with, find ways to get involved in the community, and get answers to my questions on adjusting to Parisian life. I recommend it to everyone!”

Lorie Lutz, March, 2005

Download the registration form.

Get the book!

Contact the Bloom Director if you would like more information.

The WOAC would like to thank the following companies for their sponsorship of the Bloom Where You're Planted Program:

Brentano's Book Store	www.brentanos.fr
Expatica	www.expatica.com
Vivin	www.vivin.fr
A Good Start in France	www.agoodstart.fr