Ready to learn a new skill and create something of your own? Join our 8-week Sewing Course and learn how to sew from scratch in a supportive, hands-on environment designed to build confidence and creativity. This beginner-friendly program will guide you step by step through essential skills: Learn how to use a sewing machine Understand...
Today, we celebrate our planet and the connections that bring us together. Earth Day is a reminder that even small actions can make a big difference. From reducing waste to supporting sustainable choices, each step we take helps protect the world we share. Let’s continue building a future rooted in care, responsibility, and community. Together,...
Join our 4-week Baking Class and learn the art of baking from scratch in a fun, supportive, and hands-on environment. Perfect for beginners, this program will guide you step by step through creating breads, pastries, and desserts each week. All ingredients and materials are provided Learn practical baking skills you can use at home Enjoy...
This weekend, we brought together our Grade 7–11 girls for a meaningful and engaging evening. We began with a short presentation focused on values such as empathy, responsibility, and personal growth, followed by a thoughtful discussion where students shared their reflections and connected these ideas to their own lives. The evening continued with interactive activities...
NextGen: Connect, Learn, Lead is a dynamic networking event designed to bring together university students and young professionals in a meaningful and engaging space. Taking place on May 9, 2026, at the Great Hall, Conrad Grebel University College, this event goes beyond traditional networking by creating opportunities for real conversations, shared experiences, and mentorship. Attendees...
A Meaningful Gathering for Youth & Community We were delighted to welcome our valued guests from the Belmont Village Bestival team — one of Waterloo Region’s most vibrant arts and culture events — at Grand River Friendship Society. During a warm and friendly breakfast, we had the pleasure of connecting with Jo Goossens and Tammy...
Ramadan Mubarak to all who are observing in our region and around the world. May this sacred month bring peace, reflection, compassion, and renewed hope to every home and every heart. Ramadan reminds us of the importance of generosity, gratitude, and caring for one another — values that connect communities across cultures and borders. Wishing...
We hosted a fun snow sculpture competition for our Grade 8 students. Some of our youth formed teams and worked together, while others chose to create their own designs independently. The creativity was amazing — one team built a snow mosque, and one student even recreated a Clash Royale game map in the snow! It...
On Wednesday evening, we had the joy of visiting The Westhill Retirement Residence for a beautiful cross-generational craft program. Our youth and the senior residents came together, shared stories, created art, and built meaningful connections. This gathering was more than just a craft session — it was a moment where generations met, learned from each...
This month in our book club, our theme is Women, family & Motherhood. We’ll explore the film Tully through the lens of womanhood, the mother archetype, and self-parenting—using the film as a way to understand ourselves more deeply. Motherhood is often discussed through social roles and responsibilities, but we’ll step outside that frame and reflect...
