Bridge & Enrich Lives Society

Song Circle with Julie Blue
2025-05-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
Please note: This time slot is regularly reserved for Julie Blue’s Song Circles which operate on 8-week cycles. Please check her website and register directly to learn more about the current song cycle.

Discover for yourself how singing raises inner peace, confidence, and joy.
Welcome to a singing community of song, sisterhood, and support. Through singing you’ll discover techniques to grow your confidence, be comfortable taking up space, and be heard. You’ll learn to fill yourself with your own healing frequencies through movement, breath, and sound as you release stress and physical pain.
Radiant Heart Song Circle is an intimate circle where women gather to grow their confidence, express their authentic voices, and support each other to shine. The Song Circles are led by composer and transformational voice coach, Juie Blue, who weaves effective and grounded vocal coaching with soul-liberating rituals and chants.
In this program, you will:

Discover the keys to making singing and speaking easy.
Release negative beliefs and limitations.
Feel grounded and inspired so you can share your song, story, gifts, and wisdom.
Be part of a community where you are supported to share both your strength and vulnerability.
Learn how to have a singing/chanting practice of your own to keep you grounded through challenging times.
Feel the power of connection to self and others.
Bring out your richest most resonant voice so people can not only hear you but FEEL you.

Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting out, you’ll be guided and supported to learn some well-known songs, explore different musical genres, and sing some of my soulful songs, African chants, and powerful Sanskrit traditional chants.
“The song circle with Julie not only helped me to be a better singer, it also helped me to be more assertive and confident with how I carry myself throughout the world.”
Antonina Ananda
Radiant Heart Song Circle: inspiring self-empowerment, creativity, and community building through the power of singing.

For more info and to register https://julieblue.com/radiant-heart-song-circle/

Art of Living Sudarshan Kriya
2025-05-27 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-05-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-05-13 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-05-06 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-04-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
Join Karthik and MK from Vancouver’s vibrant Art of Living community for in-person yoga and a Guided Sudarshan Kriya Process (SKY).
But please note, there is a prerequisite to joining: Attendance of their Level 1 Program in order to join in-person Tuesday SKY Meditation. Please contact Art of Living Vancouver for details on joining.

BE Silent Meditation with a Sprinkling of Ayurveda (online)
2025-05-27 19:20 - 21:00, 2025-05-20 19:20 - 21:00, 2025-05-13 19:20 - 21:00, 2025-05-06 19:20 - 21:00, 2025-04-29 19:20 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom
Silent Meditation… with a Sprinkling of Ayurveda
Welcoming you to our weekly ONLINE Silent Meditation Gathering!
A meditation space is being offered to all to come and sit in silence together.
Some of us sit in the tradition of Soto Zen (Serene Reflection Meditation).
All traditions of silent meditation are welcome!
First Sitting for 30 minutes starts at:
7:20pm PST (Tuesday evening)
10:20pm EST (Tuesday evening)
7:50am IST (Wednesday morning INDIA Time)
We will have 2 Sitting Meditation periods.
Walking Meditation of 5 minutes follows the first sitting, in turn followed by a 3-4 minute break.
We will usually play a recorded Dharma Talk/s before the 2nd sitting: Non-duality teachings from various traditions are featured.
To Attend:
To join this gathering, an orientation session is first required. Please contact Supriti if you are interested in joining, and we will help you set up for our gathering, sharing with you what to expect and addressing any questions you may have..
Be inspired: read our Silent Meditation quotes here!
Join the discussion: see highlights from our latest sessions here!

Tai Chi
2025-05-27 09:30 - 2025-05-28 11:30, 2025-05-23 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-20 09:30 - 2025-05-21 11:30, 2025-05-16 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-13 09:30 - 2025-05-14 11:30, 2025-05-09 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-06 09:30 - 2025-05-07 11:30, 2025-05-02 09:30 - 11:30 and 1 more date | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30am to 11:30am.
For students of Master Chu.

Conscious Movement Practice/Ecstatic Dance with Guest DJ, Cat NeSs
2025-05-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
RtR is a regular conscious movement practice in Vancouver, a safe space to dive deep and connect with your body, mind, soul and spirit!

Date and time

Friday, May 23 · 7 – 8:30pm PDT

About this event
Get ready for a special evening of dance and connection as we welcome Cat (Cat NeSs) from the Salt Spring Dance Temple Collective, on Friday, May 23rd, 2025.
About Cat (Cat NeSs):
Cat is a conscious dance facilitator, DJ, and co-founder of Dance Temple Salt Spring, where she has been leading movement spaces for 12 years. She integrates somatic healing, embodiment practices, and vocal work into her sets, creating journeys that support deep inner presence, expression, and connection through dance.
Cat has a background/training in rites of passage through dance and somatic movement therapy.
Her music selection blends a unique mix of a sultry , tribal beats, R’n’B and ethnic music.
Come move with us and ride the rhythm!
Event Details:
📅 Date:Friday, May 23rd, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📝 The Door opens at 6:45 PM
📝The Door closes at 7:15 PM (Please try to arrive on time to land into the space with the community)

💸 Ticket Price:
– Regular Rate: $25.00
– Supported Rate: $20.00
* To keep Ride the Rhythm accessible to all, we offer a supported rate of $20 for those experiencing financial challenges. We believe in the power of movement and connection, and we’re committed to making this experience available to as many people as possible!

How to get your ticket:

Reserve your spot with an e-transfer to ridetherhythmdance@gmail.com (No Security question and answer, auto deposit)
Tickets are available on Eventbrite (Fees will apply)

Drop in and pay cash (capacity permitting)

MORE INFO HERE

Event with Jacky Yenga
2025-05-18 14:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-04 14:00 - 20:00 | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada

AOL Part 1 Course
2025-05-09 - 2025-05-11 | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
Times:
FRI: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
SAT, SUN: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Enjoy a transformative, life-changing experience with an authentic practice designed by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Fee:

Regular : CAD395.00
Student : CAD295.00
Repeater : CAD125.00

Contact: Nikhil, 604-803-2952, nikhil.sarwate@artofliving.ca

REGISTER HERE

Connecting to Our Inner Powers, a Vancouver series with Swami Lalitananda
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-04 | British Columbia
In this weekend series, you will explore your inner world through practice, movement and reflection.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a three-day event, with the Friday being held at Vancouver Co-Housing Yoga Studio, 1733 East 33rd Avenue and the Saturday and Sunday here at BE.

Connecting to Our Inner Powers
In the midst of world events, we often feel powerless. But we can tap into the powers that we already have. What are these powers and how do we use them? How can we direct our energy to benefit ourselves and those around us?
In this workshop series, you will explore your inner world through practice, movement and reflection. You are welcome to join one, two or all three offerings. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a journal.
Power of Presence: Being Here Now
Friday May 2nd, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Vancouver Co-Housing Yoga Studio, 1733 East 33rd Avenue
Kensington-Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood. There is street parking and it’s easily reachable by bus.
What does it mean to be present in the moment? In this evening workshop, you will focus on relaxing your body, attuning your senses and breathing. By expanding awareness and listening to yourself and to those around you, you can catch glimmers of intuition. Inviting in energy, visualized as Light, you can replenish and renew.
Find out: Who are you when you are really present? What is the power of presence?
The Power of Choice: Awakening to Potential
Saturday May 3rd, 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue (Fraser and 20th)
There is lots of free street parking and it’s easily reachable by bus
“One of the greatest powers we have, although it is often unrecognized, is the power of choice.” -Swami Radha
Where do you want to go? How can you make courageous choices that support your direction?
This retreat offers ways to open to your own potential. Through watching your mind, you can start to understand how your thoughts influence your attitude and actions. What would happen if you take control of this power and direct it toward greater freedom?
In this workshop you will imagine and then move towards an ideal. What arises? What are the obstacles? Includes journaling, visualization and walking meditation.
The Power of Love: Listening to your Heart
Sunday, May 4th 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue (Fraser and 20th)
There is lots of free parking and it’s easily reachable by bus.
“The Heart is symbolic for the centre of our spiritual being–limitless compassion and knowledge beyond the intellect.” – Swami Radha
What does your heart say? Through silence and dialogue, through written reflection and spiritual practice, you can invite your mind to settle and open to your heart’s messages. As we create sacred space together, you can connect with a more subtle level of awareness. Find out how listening to the wisdom of your inner Light, the centre of love, can improve your relationships – first to yourself, then to those around you.
For more information: EVENTBRITE WAITING LIST

Song Circle with Julie Blue
2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
Please note: This time slot is regularly reserved for Julie Blue’s Song Circles which operate on 8-week cycles. Please check her website and register directly to learn more about the current song cycle.

Discover for yourself how singing raises inner peace, confidence, and joy.
Welcome to a singing community of song, sisterhood, and support. Through singing you’ll discover techniques to grow your confidence, be comfortable taking up space, and be heard. You’ll learn to fill yourself with your own healing frequencies through movement, breath, and sound as you release stress and physical pain.
Radiant Heart Song Circle is an intimate circle where women gather to grow their confidence, express their authentic voices, and support each other to shine. The Song Circles are led by composer and transformational voice coach, Juie Blue, who weaves effective and grounded vocal coaching with soul-liberating rituals and chants.
In this upcoming program, you will:

Discover the keys to making singing and speaking easy.
Release negative beliefs and limitations.
Feel grounded and inspired so you can share your song, story, gifts, and wisdom.
Be part of a community where you are supported to share both your strength and vulnerability.
Learn how to have a singing/chanting practice of your own to keep you grounded through challenging times.
Feel the power of connection to self and others.
Bring out your richest most resonant voice so people can not only hear you but FEEL you.

Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting out, you’ll be guided and supported to learn some well-known songs, explore different musical genres, and sing some of my soulful songs, African chants, and powerful Sanskrit traditional chants.
“The song circle with Julie not only helped me to be a better singer, it also helped me to be more assertive and confident with how I carry myself throughout the world.”
Antonina Ananda
Radiant Heart Song Circle: inspiring self-empowerment, creativity, and community building through the power of singing.
This free open house is the first session of a transformational singing journey that includes 5 Thursday evenings and 1 full day on Sunday, Jan. 19th. Free your voice and uplift your Spirit!
Thursday, Jan. 9th, 7:00 – 9:30 pm Drop-ins are welcome for the first 2 weeks.
Radiant Heart Song Circle: inspiring self-empowerment, creativity, and community building through the power of singing.Radiant Heart Song Circle: inspiring self-empowerment, creativity, and community building through the power of singing.
For more info and to register https://julieblue.com/radiant-heart-song-circle/

AOL Volunteer Training
2025-04-26 07:00 - 2025-04-27 21:00 | Bridge & Enrich Lives Society, 718 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1N3, Canada
