We continue our Dialogue Book Club with a brave dive into Women, Love & Relationships—how courage, boundaries, apology, and repair shape the way we love in real life. Vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s the doorway to connection. When we show up with honesty and care, we build relationships that can heal and grow.
We open our 2025–26 Read & Watch Series with a warm, welcoming circle on women, identity, and becoming—why who we are (and who we’re becoming) matters for our dreams, dignity, and daily life. Fridays, 6–8 PM • Conrad Grebel College
On October 18, the first anniversary of his passing, our community gathered to honor Fethullah Gülen Hocaefendi—remembering a life dedicated to knowledge, education, and serving humanity. His example reminds us that learning and kindness are powerful ways to build a better world. The evening opened with a Qur’an recitation that invited calm and reflection. A...
We were delighted to join the Diwali Celebration – Festival of Lights organized by Tejal Upadhyay and Tushar Upadhyay at the Southwest Library in Kitchener. As the Grand River Friendship Society, we truly enjoyed being part of this vibrant and heartwarming event — filled with light, color, music, and community connection. It was a pleasure...
Join us for a warm and joyful evening at the Westhill Retirement Residence, hosted by the Grand River Friendship Society together with our youth volunteers! ? Date: Friday, September 5 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ? Location: the Westhill Retirement Residence We’re excited to celebrate and honor our wonderful seniors with a special...
Yesterday, we had an amazing time with the African Canadian Association of Waterloo Region (ACAWRA)! ? To support their Summer School program, we organized a Movie Day — after enjoying the film, the fun continued in our backyard! The kids had a blast on the seesaw, trampoline, and playground. ??? They also met our sheep...
Our amazing Path of Light high school girls came together to organize a truly special Iftar gathering! With over 30 attendees, the night was filled with the essence of Ramadan—faith, togetherness, and meaningful moments. The event featured an engaging “What is Ramadan?” presentation, a traditional henna ceremony, and personalized calligraphy gifts, making it a night...
Our incredible Path of Light high school girls poured their hearts into organizing an unforgettable Iftar gathering! With over 30 attendees, the evening was filled with the true spirit of Ramadan through meaningful activities and beautiful moments. From a heartfelt “What is Ramadan?” presentation to a traditional henna ceremony and personalized calligraphy gifts, the night...
Two years ago, we began this journey, growing and making our voices heard with you. Now, we’re excited to present the YANKI 2nd Anniversary Program! ? An event filled with songs, plays, fun contests, and more. On this special night where the voices of youth will resonate as “YANKI” we’ll share the joy of being...
Mark your calendars for January 22nd at 6:00 PM at the Kitchener Public Library! ?✨ Experience “Love is a Verb,” a powerful 55-minute documentary that highlights a global movement promoting unity, compassion, love and service. ? Dive into the story of the Hizmet movement and its transformative impact on communities worldwide. ? Event Highlights: •...
