This month at Dialogue Book Club – Read & Watch Series, we gather around the theme of Women & Immigration. We will watch The Swimmers and read Where Am I?, opening a space to explore home, belonging, and the journey of rebuilding life in a new place. What does it mean to leave, to arrive,...
On Sunday, March 8, we had the pleasure of welcoming our guests from Grassroots Response to the Ukrainian Crisis. We were honored to host residents from two guest houses in New Hamburg and Guelph for a warm and meaningful evening together. Sharing dinner, stories, and moments of connection, we also marked International Women’s Day in...
Today is a day of unity, celebration, reflection, advocacy, and action and is marked in many countries worldwide. Let’s celebrate the progress made and commit to the work still ahead. Together, we can build a future where every woman’s voice is heard!
As the Grand River Friendship Society University Dialogue Group, we hosted a lovely Galentine’s Day gathering at Conrad Grebel. With a total of 13 wonderful participants, we spent a day filled with friendship, sharing, and inspiration. To make the event even more fun, we included engaging activities such as painting and vision board creation. Spending...
On Friday evening, January 30, as Grand River Friendship Society, we had the pleasure of hosting a collage workshop in collaboration with the Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre, as part of the Indigenous & Newcomers Gathering organized by Indigenous Creatives United, specially organized for the women in our community. The workshop was incredibly meaningful and productive. Our...
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...
On Thursday, November 21, we closed our Women & Relationships theme with Marriage Story, guided by insights from Brené Brown’s The Power of Vulnerability podcast. We talked about the defense mechanisms we carry into our relationships, emotional numbness as a form of self-protection, the courage to speak about hard things, and what it truly means...
At Grand River Friendship Society, we believe in the power of gathering around food, stories, and shared smiles. This special summer picnic invites women to connect, unwind, and nourish the spirit through a heartwarming potluck. From 5 PM to 8 PM, sisters will enjoy a peaceful outdoor gathering full of laughter, delicious halal dishes, and...
On April 26, 2025, we came together to celebrate something truly powerful—the strength, love, and resilience of women across all backgrounds. The evening was filled with inspiring talks, vibrant cultural dances, and delicious Turkish snacks that brought comfort, joy, and connection to everyone in the room. We were especially honoured to be joined by Loreena...
Join us for an unforgettable evening of empowerment, culture, and connection! Date: April 26, 2025 Time: 6 PM – 9 PM Location: Conrad Grebel University College, 140 Westmount Rd N, Waterloo, ON What to Expect: ? Uplifting music and cultural dances ? Inspiring talks on the power of women supporting women ? Delicious Turkish snacks...
