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Mindfulness session for expats
OnlineTake a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconnect with the present moment! Moving abroad is a journey filled with nourishing experiences, but it also comes with its share of challenges. Join us on September 13th for a mindfulness online session to connect with yourself and your expat community. Mindfulness can provide valuable support in feeling ...
Gothenburg: Språkfika
Språkcaféet Esperantoplatsen 7-9, GothenburgJoin us on September 15th, for a Språkfika at Språkcaféet in Gothenburg! Improve your Swedish language skills while connecting with other learners in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Our experienced language teacher will guide the session, ensuring an engaging and productive experience. Come enjoy a cup of coffee and delicious pastries, and make new friends from different cultures. Don’t miss ...
Gothenburg: Visit to the Museum of World Culture
Museum of World Culture Södra Vägen 54, Göteborg, SwedenCome join us for a tour of the Museum of World Culture on September 19th! It is a meeting place with stimulating exhibitions and activities, where you can explore different cultures and enjoy good food. Definitely not a conventional museum, here you will have to open your mind, your senses, and your heart. A great activity for the whole family. ...
Stockholm: Tour of Skogskyrkogården
Skogskyrkogården Sockenvägen 492, Enskede, Enskede, SwedenJoin us on September 21 for a an art, culture, and architectural walking tour through the world famous cemetery of Skogskyrkogården! Skogskyrkogården, also know as “The Woodland Cemetery”, was created between 1917 and 1940 by the architects Gunnar Asplund and Sigurd Lewerentz. On a pine-covered ridge, they created a sacred outdoor space with several small chapels that blend in with ...
Swedish Job Market Webinar
Time: 13:30-15 Location: Online Are you looking to break into the Swedish job market and curious how to get started in the process of finding work here? In this webinar, we will welcome Gloria Cunha Byström, EURES-adviser at Arbetsförmedlingen, the Swedish Public Employment Service, to give a basic overview of the Swedish job market, with a focus on Uppsala. This ...
Uppsala: Guided Tour
In this guided city tour, led by John Ringh, Project Manager of Destination Uppsala, you'll learn information about the different historical buildings in town, famous people and also how Uppsala has developed in the last 100 years. Learn more here: Guided tour of Uppsala's historical district
Stockholm: Cinnamon Bun Day Fika
Ritorno Torsgatan Torsgatan 20, StockholmSwedes love celebrating special days dedicated to delicious treats, and October 4th is no exception — it's Kanelbullens Dag! This day honors Kanelbullar, or cinnamon buns, which have been a Swedish favorite since the 1950s. To mark this special occasion, we invite you to join us for a cinnamon bun fika at Ritorno Torsgatan. Event Details We’ll gather at our ...
Gothenburg: Cinnamon Bun Day Fika
TBCCome join us for a fika and celebrate Kanelbullens dag on Friday, October 4th! Imagine a cozy setting where you'll meet other internationals, exchange experiences about life in Sweden, and enjoy cinnamon buns of course! Secure your spot by RSVPing via the form below. Please note that this event is free to join, but paraticipants need to pay for any beverage ...
Webinar: The power of perspective
OnlineWelcome to our intercultural webinar, "The power of perspective," where we will discuss the challenges and potential of embracing different points of view. In this webinar, we will: Discover practical strategies for recognizing and challenging narrow perspectives Explore the impact of cognitive biases on culturally diverse interactions Understand how shifting perspectives can benefit you and your team Join us on ...
Uppsala: Expat Coffee Morning
Stadsbiblioteket i Uppsala Svartbäcksgatan 17, Uppsala, SwedenAre you an expat living in Uppsala? Do you want to get to know some more people? Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together local Swedes from Uppsala and the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, ...