Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign

Kingston Grandmother Connection Outdoor Market
2023-09-23 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | 617 Earl St., Kingston, Ontario, 617 Earl St., Kingston, Ontario, K7L 2K9, Canada
Join Kingston Grandmothers Connection on Saturday, September 23 for a fabulous Outdoor Market at 617 Earl St. (Earl at Willingdon Ave.). From 9 am-2 pm we’re offering African Baskets, tons of used books, childrens’ books and toys, wonderful sewing, eco products, houseplants and perennials and handmade greeting cards and sandglass creations. Please come by!
Rain date: Sunday, September 24.

Quilt on display @ Cedar Hills Church - Cambridge, ON
2023-09-23 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Cedar Hills Church, 241 Cedar St, Cambridge, Ontario, N1S 1W6, Canada
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, grandmothers launched a project that exemplifies the solidarity between Canadian grandmothers and their counterparts on the African continent – the Solidarity Quilt. It represents the power and impact of women’s leadership, activism and collaboration in communities around the world.
This unique piece of women’s handiwork has been crafted by 25 groups of grandmothers in a cross-Canada quilting bee with fabric contributed by over 300 Grandmothers in Canada and sub-Saharan Africa.
Visit the quilt to admire its intricate details while it is on tour in Cambridge!

Quilt on display @ Old Post Office - Cambridge, ON
2023-09-25 10:00 - 17:30, 2023-09-26 10:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Old Post Office, Idea Exchange, 12 Water St S, Cambridge, Ontario, N1R 3C5, Canada

Quilt on display @ Fairview Mennonite Home - Cambridge, ON
2023-09-27 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Fairview Mennonite Home, 515 Langs Dr, Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 5E4, Canada

Oomama Fall FUNraiser
2023-09-27 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Trinity United Church, Trinity United Church, 1250 McCraney St. E.,, Oakville, Ontario, L6H3K3, Canada
An afternoon of board/card games, a used book sale and refreshments. See you there!
Join us for an early fall FUNraising gathering of friends and playing partners (4) for an afternoon of bridge, euchre and/or other board games. An opportunity to catch-up after the summer season. Door prizes. Used book sale, bring a bag to take home some new books for fall reading. Free Refreshments.

Quilt on display @ Queen's Square - Cambridge, ON
2023-09-28 09:30 - 20:00, 2023-09-29 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Queen’s Square Idea Exchange, 1 N Square, Cambridge, Ontario, N1S 2K6, Canada

A Day of Renewal - The Ontario South & South-West Regional Gathering
2023-09-30 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Salvation Army Community Church, 33 Diana Ave, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 0C2, Canada
An inspirational day of connection, community and celebration, hosted by the Grand River Grannies! Join to hear updates about the impact supported by the Grandmothers to Grandmother Campaign, take part in workshops and enjoy the company of fellow members of the Campaign.
The Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign Solidarity Quilt will be on display at the gathering, come take in its intricate details and powerful stories.
Click here for the registration package and full details of the day.

Good Words for Africa Scrabble Benefit
2023-10-01 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Strathcona County Community Centre, 2001 Sherwood Dr., Sherwood Park, Alberta, T8A3W7, Canada
The Eastside Grannies of Sherwood Park (Alberta) will host a Scrabble Benefit at the Strathcona County Community Centre, Room 2. You can make a donation online or pay $25 to play on the day. If Scrabble is a bit intimidating, other games will be available. A fun afternoon of games, conversation and of course, treats.

Quilt on display @ Findlay Community Centre - Dartmouth, NS
2023-10-11 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Findlay Community Centre, 26 Elliot St, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2Y 2X7, Canada
Visit the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign Solidarity Quilt in Dartmouth, NS!

Quilt on display @ Halifax North Memorial Library
2023-10-12 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Halifax North Memorial Library, 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 3B6, Canada
Visit the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Solidarity quilt in Halifax!

Quilt on display in Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia
2023-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | St. Luke’s Church, 5374 St. Margaret's Bay Rd, Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia, Canada
Visit the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign solidarity quilt!

Quilt on display in Halifax, NS
2023-10-14 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | First Baptist Church, 1300 Oxford St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3Y8, Canada
Come visit the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign solidarity quilt!

Apron Memories
2023-10-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Fenelon Falls United Church, 123 Colborne St, Fenelon Falls, Ontario, K0M 1N0, Canada
Do you have memories of your “nonna” who snuggled you in her lap and made you the best biscotti, or the real pizza? Or do you remember your “oma” grosmutter who made you sauerkraut and bratwurst? Those childhood memories remain with us, – the good smells in the kitchen, snuggling in our mother or grandmother’s lap as she sang us a song and gave us a homemade cookie. She might even have dipped into her apron pocket for a hanky to wipe our tears or for a paper dollar bill or a quarter so we could run to the store.
Come and relive that experience. On Saturday, Oct 14 at 2 pm, at Fenelon Falls United Church, 123 Colborne St, Cathy Bevis will be the guest speaker at the Fenelon Falls Grannies for Grannies Fundraiser. Her personal collection of over 100 vintage aprons will be on display. Come for a delightful afternoon of nostalgia as Cathy gives us a lighthearted account of the history of aprons.
There will be good smells and baking! The Fenelon Falls Grannies for Grannies know how to serve up decadent desserts! There will be carrot cake, Chelsea buns, chocolate brownies, profiteroles, giant chocolate chip cookies… is your mouth watering? There will be door prizes, including a fall art package, a tea basket, a handmade quilt to snuggle under with a good book to read.
Admission is by donation. Guests are invited to wear or share their very own apron story.
Venue: Fenelon Falls United Church 123 Colborne St.
If you want to reserve a table for a group contact Dana Bachman gdbachman@yahoo.com.

Quilt on display in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
2023-10-15 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Alderney Landing Farmers Market, 2 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2Y 4W1, Canada

Art From the Attic in Winnipeg
2023-10-15 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Toronto) | St. Vital Centre, 1225 St. Mary's Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
A one-day sale of approximately 2,000 pieces donated art held at St. Vital Centre. Prices range from $5 up.

African Lunch and Silent Auction
2023-10-16 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Midland Legion, 196 Queen Street, Midland, Ontario, L4R5M9, Canada
Join In Grandmothers’ Hands as we serve you an African inspired lunch. There is also a silent auction and toonie table to get you started on your holiday shopping.

A Bridge Luncheon with the West Van Gogos and Lions Gate Gogos
2023-10-17 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Eagle Harbour Yacht Club, 5750 Eagle Harbour Rd, West Vancouver, British Columbia, V7W 1P5, Canada
Join the West Van Gogos and the Lions Gate Gogos for bridge and lunch in a lovely location. There will also be books and puzzles available for sale. Tickets are $40 or sold in groups of 4 for $160. Email campaign@stephenlewisfoundation.org if you are interested in purchasing tickets.

GrammaLink-Africa Chili for a Cause
2023-10-18 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Gaetz Memorial United Church, 4758 Ross Street, Red Deer, Alberta
$20 for Lunch and a Handmade Pottery Bowl
Wednesday October 18, 2023 11:30 until the chili runs out
Tickets at the door
Gaetz Memorial United Church 4758 Ross Street Red Deer
Twoney Lane and Merchandise Table

Women Aging with Wellness and Purpose
2023-10-21 08:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Drive, Burlington, Ontario, L7N 1H7, Canada
A day of speakers and workshops filled with information, inspiration, positivity and humour. Click here to read the full agenda for the day, to learn about the speakers and for registration details.

Shakers and Makers Quality Craft Market
2023-10-21 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Southminster-Steinhauer United Church, 10740 - 19 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6J 6W9, Canada
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW and plan to attend our Shakers and Makers Quality Craft Market where you’ll find hundreds of unique, one-of-a-kind handcrafted items! A delicious array of home baked goodies and jams and preserves will be available too! Definitely something for everyone!

Fill a Bowl, Keep a Bowl
2023-10-21 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Shaughnessy Heights United Church, 1550 W 33rd Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6M 1A7, Canada
What could be better in October than a hot soup lunch with new and old friends? Please join us! Not only will your beautiful pottery bowl be filled with a delicious soup, but you get to keep the bowl too! There will also be a toonie auction, enticing crafts for sale and special musical entertainment! The VanGogos look forward to seeing you there!
Pre-registration and payment is required. Please email vangogos1@gmail.com

Toronto grandmothers group invite you to a 20th anniversary celebration!
2023-10-21 13:30 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Jubilee United Church, 40 Underhill Dr, North York, Ontario, M3A 2J5
View the stunning Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign solidarity quilt, and celebrate the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s 20th anniversary!
Click here to register for free, and click here to make an optional donation in support of the event.

International Grandmothers Gathering
2023-10-24 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-25 08:30 - 17:00, 2023-10-26 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0L5, Canada
The International Grandmothers Gathering will take place in Winnipeg at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, October 24–26, followed by an evening event on October 27 at the museum to celebrate the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s 20th anniversary, featuring the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign quilt.
This is a momentous time to gather, engage, connect, and invest in the future and the strength of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. We will hear from inspiring speakers, including grandmothers and staff from the SLF’s community-led partner organizations, who are at the forefront of grandmothers’ movements in countries across sub-Saharan Africa. Together we will renew our commitment, refresh our knowledge, and rejuvenate our spirit.

Bags, Babies & Beyond
2023-10-27 13:00 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton) | Marda Loop Communities Association, 3130 16th St. SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Handcrafted items, made with love by friends and members of Ujamaa Grandmas (www.ujamaagrandmas.com), will be available for sale at our annual BAGS, BABIES & BEYOND on October 27th (from 1:00pm to 7:00 pm) and on October 28th (from 10:00 am to 03:00 pm).
Items for sale include scarves, mitts, seasonal items, children’s clothing, jewelry, and our famous handcrafted bags. Proceeds support the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign.
Timed-entry tickets ($2) are required for Friday, October 27th, and are available for sale on Eventbrite as of October 01st at 08:00 a.m. (MT). Tickets are NOT needed for Saturday, October 28th.
Get your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/ujamaa-grandmas-32278280321

Celebrating the Stephen Lewis Foundation's 20th Anniversary @ Canadian Museum for Human Rights
2023-10-27 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0L5, Canada
Join us at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights to celebrate the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s 20th anniversary. The event will showcase the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign solidarity quilt. More details to follow.

Threads of Hope Fabric & Yarn Sale
2023-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | St Marys United Church, 85 Church St S, St Marys, ON, Canada
Stonetown Grans of St Marys are holding their biennial sale of fabric, yarn and notions on Friday, October 27, from 6-8pm, and on Saturday, October 28, from 10am until 1pm at St Marys United Church, 85 Church St S, St Marys ON.
