Starting on August 18, Chroma NB received support from Egale Canada and invited youth to embrace artistic expression, while learning about consent, through SpeakOUT. Knowing that 2SLGBTQIA+ people are at higher risk of gender based violence, and that this can be mitigated through conversations and education for youth, the project was for 2SLGBTQIA+ and allyContinue reading “Strengthen your relationships with #SpeakOUT!”
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2SLGBTQIA+ Rock Climbing
Join Chroma NB and friends at our 2SLGBTQIA Rock Climbing event! ✨ All ages are welcome and there is no cost to participate, so join in on the fun for the whole family! See you there! 🏳️🌈 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2slgbtqia-rock-climbing-tickets-700538879647?utm-campaign=social
End of Summer Open Mic
NOTE: This event was originally advertised as youth-only, but it is now ALL AGES! To spotlight the talents and voices of the youth in the Chroma community, August 31 at 6 PM, we are having an Open Mic at the Art Warehouse. This will feature artwork created during the SpeakOUT project as well as theContinue reading “End of Summer Open Mic”
Post-Pride Relaxation Kayaking with KV Adventures
Was last week a busy one with all of the Saint John Pride events? Relax and connect with nature on guided sunset kayak at Meenan’s Cove with KV Adventures! We are offering this free of charge (kayak rental, PFD, and guide) and there is limited space, so please only request a ticket if you willContinue reading “Post-Pride Relaxation Kayaking with KV Adventures”
Chroma Partnership with The Kindness Closet
Chroma started its partnership with The Kindness Closet in May 2023. The Kindness Closet, a thrift boutique with a vision to make the world more kind, has made an excellent partner. As part of our partnership, a fellow intern and I volunteer in The Kindness Closet. The boutique brings a sense of community where IContinue reading “Chroma Partnership with The Kindness Closet”
2SLGBTQIA+ and Ally Meditation
Enjoy the benefits of meditation by joining a weekly meditation group, open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike. The group will start with a 30 minute guided meditation, seated on chairs, followed by time for reflection and conversation. Contact query@chromanb.ca for more information. ACCESSIBILITY INFO: Creative Connections is on one level with an all-gender singleContinue reading “2SLGBTQIA+ and Ally Meditation”
Two-Spirit Allyship Workshop
On June 8th, Chroma NB and students from the Saint John Learning Exchange attended a Two-Spirit allyship workshop graciously hosted by Gage Perley, a respected member of the Wolastoquey and Mi’kmaq tribes from the Tobique First Nation (Neqotkuk), who identifies as a Two-Spirit man. The topic of Two-Spirit identity was explored, we identified issues thatContinue reading “Two-Spirit Allyship Workshop”
Introducing Chroma’s New Interns!
Our Chroma team has recently grown! Please help give a warm welcome to our new interns. We know you will do great things working with Chroma and our community! Robyn Dearing (She/Her/Elle) Marketing and Social Media Intern Robyn was born in Fredericton where she got her Bachelor of Arts in anthropology, and has resided inContinue reading “Introducing Chroma’s New Interns!”
Workshops and Werk/Shops: Chroma’s Pop-up 2SLGBTQIA+ March Break Camp Week
From March 6th through March 10th, Chroma NB organized a very unique pop-up March Break Camp for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community youth. The first of its kind in Saint John, this week full of a balance of new skill learning/building and entertaining fun. On the first day of this queer youth camp started out with creativityContinue reading “Workshops and Werk/Shops: Chroma’s Pop-up 2SLGBTQIA+ March Break Camp Week”
Happy Little Rainbows and The Joy of Art with Cass
Art is meant to be accessible. Folx of all ages can be talented and accomplished in the world of art, but the best part about creation is that anyone can do it so long as they have the tools and encouragement. North East Moon’s Cass, artist in-residence at our very own city market, brings theContinue reading “Happy Little Rainbows and The Joy of Art with Cass”