Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign

Spring Plant Sale (Multi-day)
2021-05-08 08:00 - 23:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
The Gorgeous Grannies & Friends spring plant sale runs from May 8 – May 24. Pre-order and pick up your plants or have them delivered to you with a minimum order of $50. Various payment options are available.

Mother’s Day Tea and Treats Box ( In-person)
2021-05-08 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Toronto) | Gardeners Cottage, Glenhyrst, 20 Ava Road, Brantford, ON, N3T, Canada
The Grand River Grannies offer you a special gift box of delectable treats and delicious teas for Mother’s Day.
All proceeds are donated to the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign, an initiative of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
Early Bird Special: pre-order before April 24th and save $5.00!
Pick up Saturday May 8th, 2021 between 1 – 4pm, GLENHYRST GARDENER’S COTTAGE, front porch – 20 Ava Road, Brantford
Order Online at https://www.grandrivergrannies.com/

Contemporary African Voices: The Son of the House - Relationships, Gender and Changing Traditions
2021-05-05 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
Join the launch of Contemporary African Voices, a webinar series organized by members of the Grandmothers Campaign to spotlight acclaimed sub-Saharan writers. We come to know a country by reading its writers. Travelling virtually to Nigeria via Zoom, we welcome Dr. Cheluchi Onyemelukwe-Onuobia, for the release in Canada of her debut novel, The Son of the House. She is a health lawyer, academic and writer who works in Lagos in the areas of health, gender and violence against women and children. Pulsing with vitality and intense human drama, The Son of the House is set against four decades of life in vibrant Nigeria, celebrating the resilience of women as they navigate and transform what still remains a man’s world.
Click here to register. Tickets are free, donations to the Stephen Lewis Foundation are welcome and can be made by clicking here.

Final Day: Mother's Day Madness: A Spectacular Silent Auction (Multi-day, Online)
2021-05-05 08:00 - 23:59 (America/Toronto) | Online
Grandmothers 4 Grandmothers Regina is pleased to present its first on-line silent auction. All proceeds from the auction go to the Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation to support grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa raising children orphaned by AIDS. To register and start bidding, please go to 32auctions.com/mda2021. You’ll see lots of beautiful items for Mother’s Day or for any day. You are bound to find something for that special someone in your life.

GrammaLink-Africa "Coffee for a Cause" Red Deer Alberta (Multi-Day, In-person)
2021-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
A fundraising preorder sale of freshly roasted premium fair trade organic coffees and and specialty organic teas partnering with locally owned and operated Satinwood Coffee Company. All coffee is produced under the Cafe Femenino label, which is ethically sourced coffee exclusively from thousands of women-owned and women operated farms across nine countries. The coffee varieties are:
Mexican Chiapias, Peru, Nicaragua & Guatemala. Numi tea varieties are: Moroccan Mint, Rooibos,
Aged Earl Grey & Jasmine Green. All coffees $16.00 per pound and teas $8.00 per box of 18 sachets.
Orders are taken for three weeks(May 1 – 21) with pickup May 29, 2021 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at a designated site following all health rules and regulations.

Explore Africa - Book (Online)
2021-04-29 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
In a casual and spontaneous conversation, Ruby Newman will discuss Baking Cakes in Kigali with author Gaile Parkin. Audience participation will be encouraged.
Baking Cakes in Kigali (storyline)
Angel Tungaraza has recently moved to Rwanda from her native Tanzania with her husband Pius and their five orphaned grandchildren. She pursues her passion: her small but increasingly successful business, baking individually designed cakes for her neighbours and friends from the community.
Hauntingly charming, funny, and involving, Baking Cakes in Kigali is a novel about the real meaning of reconciliation — about how, in the aftermath of tragedy, life goes on and people still manage to find reasons to celebrate.
The book’s theme resonates with the work Grandmothers Partnering with Africa does to support African grandmothers affected HIV and AIDS.

Virtual Stride to Turn the Tide (Multi-Day)
2021-04-25 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Toronto), 2021-04-11 00:00 (America/Vancouver) | British Columbia
Campbell River Grandmothers to Grandmothers are doing a Virtual Stride Walk April 11 – 25. Grandmothers and Grand others will be walking, jogging, riding (inside or out) or maybe even gardening over 15 days to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the SLF Grandmothers Campaign. We are being active in some way to show solidarity with African Grandmothers.
By reporting kilometres walked we will try to fill a virtual water cistern to represent the heavy loads the African grandmothers might carry for their household needs. We have included the local and scenic Greenways loop as a suggested location to do some of our social distance walking. Registration is $20 placed onto our team page. There will be fun daily draw prizes for all those that report their distance on the day(s) they walk.

Virtual Stride Walk- March 14 to April 25 (Online, Ongoing)
2021-04-25 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
Victoria Grandmothers for Africa are doing a virtual Stride Walk from March 14th- April 25th. “VG4A Magical Mystery Tour- Celebrating 15 years of amazing”! Participants will count their steps, aiming for 15 thousand kilometers collectively. We can do this. Our newsletters at the end of each week will have four components; an article from a member of VG4A or a participant that has experienced Africa, a memory from our veteran members, a progress report on our steps, and membership directed motivation. It is going to be such fun. 20 dollars to register.

Zoom Book Club with Bianca Marais (Online)
2021-04-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Zoom
Join Grandmothers to Grandmothers Prince George (G2G PG) on April 20th, from 2-3:00 PST, as they host a Zoom book club meeting. Our special guest is author Bianca Marais, author of “Hum if You Don’t Know the Words” and “If You Want to Make God Laugh”. Her powerful and moving novels are set in South Africa, where Bianca grew up.
If you want to join us, email Ruth Meger at ruth.meger@gmail.com and she will send you a Zoom invitation.

Mother's Day Madness: A Spectacular Silent Auction (Multi-day, Online)
2021-04-20 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Regina) | Online

Grandmothers' Actions for Africa (Multi-Day)
2021-04-16 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
The GANG in Edmonton is hosting a 15 week event to raise awareness, create community and raise money. Members are encouraged to identify an action that will work for them and request donations for the campaign. The actions can be walking, biking, knitting, baking, reading, gardening….etc. whatever is doable. We will celebrate the 15 African countries week by week and celebrate our accomplishments every week. A fun way to work and play together.

Together in Concert Ensemble: In Solidarity with African Grandmothers (Online)
2021-04-15 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
A 90-minute concert of music, dance, storytelling and drumming from acclaimed artists across Canada. Hosted by Canadian grandmothers celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

Grandmothers Campaign Call (Campaign-wide)
2021-04-15 12:30 - 13:30, 2021-03-18 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom

Virtual Stride to Turn the Tide (Multi-Day)
2021-04-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | British Columbia
Members of Rayanna’s Hope for Africa plan to do a variety of activities to accumulate enough kilometres to walk from south to north Malawi, the home of Rayanna. Along the way, we will learn about the grandmothers in the country, and the community support groups working with the grandmothers and grandchildren there! We plan to have a weekly newsletter tracking our progress and providing interesting information and pictures of the places we “visit” and the people we “meet”! All are welcome to join! Our Stride will go from April 15 to May 31.

Travel, History and Culture - Matera, Italy (Online)
2021-04-08 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Online
Please join Brookbanks for African Grannies as Dr. Franco Gallippi, a professional scholar and lecturer, takes us on a fabulous tour of Matera, Italy.
Matera (Basilicata), a city that was viewed as the “shame of Italy” after WW11, became one of the most spectacular cities in Italy and a Unesco site in the early 1990s. Along with being the European Capital of Culture (2019), it is also a city in which one of the best cheeses of Italy is produced: caciocavallo.
Click here to register on Eventbrite. Tickets are free, donations to the SLF are welcome and can be made through Brookbanks for African Grannies’ online fundraising page.

Easter Extravaganza
2021-04-01 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Nelson, BC, Nelson, Canada
The Nelson Grans to Grans Easter Extravaganza is back. Pre-order a box of cookies, sweet/fruit loaves, gluten free cookies/banana loaves, beeswax wraps and more and pick up on April 1st.

An Evening with Bianca Marais (Online)
2021-03-31 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
Join Bianca Marais for her engaging presentation on her life and writing that will also include her first-hand accounts of the life-changing work of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign in South Africa. This event is a jointly hosted by Grands and Friends – Ottawa, West Hill Grandmothers – Montreal, Grannies for Good -Montreal, Grannies Aid for Africa – Hudson.
To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bianca-marais-an-evening-in-support-of-african-grandmothers-registration-140126077871
To make a donation, visit https://slf.akaraisin.com/ui/grandmotherspledges2021/t/eveningwithbiancaslf

Spring Flower Fundraiser (In-Person)
2021-03-31 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
The Afri-nanas of Cambridge are selling pots of tulips, hydrangeas and hyacinths as well as a mixed arrangement in time for Easter. There are several colour choices. Orders must be in by March 15th.

Cook like a Chef! (Campaign- wide, Online)
2021-03-30 00:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
Join Chef Rob and the grandmas AIDing grandmas and learn to prepare a 3 course meal.
Tickets are $20 and email Alexandra.st.james@siennaliving.ca to register.

Strength & Balance Gentle Exercise (Online)
2021-03-27 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Regina) | Zoom
Join G4G Regina and Sol’s Fitness for “Strength and Balance for All.”
This class is designed for individuals who are looking to start a gentle progressive exercise program that will assist with balance, posture and overall body strength. You will need a sturdy chair, exercise bands and/or weights. Soup cans for weights work well, too.
To register please email g4gregina@gmail.com. There is no cost for the classes but donations to the Grandmothers Campaign are welcome and can be made on G4G Regina’s online fundraising page: https://slf.akaraisin.com/grandmotherspledges2021/reginafitness
Tax receipts will be issued for donations of $20 or more.

Explore Africa - Food (Online)
2021-03-25 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
Grandmothers Partnering with Africa presents a Somali/Fusion Cook-a-long with Xawaash restaurant Chefs
Join Abdullahi and Leila for a virtual cooking class. Somali food is simple. It relies on fresh ingredients and a balance of aromatic spices. This is an opportunity to participate in a hands-on Somali cooking experience and have a delicious dinner to eat at home the same evening. The session will be recorded and sent to you the day after the class, so if you prefer, you can relax and watch and then prepare the recipes at your leisure. Shopping lists, recipes and other information will be sent to you a week before the event.
Visit https://grandmotherspartneringwithafrica.com for registration details.

Spring Cookie-Baking Celebration (Online)
2021-03-24 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
The Gugu Gogos invite you to an online cookie baking demonstration with Chef Robert from Viva Whitby Shores.
This event includes a demonstration of the recipe followed by a delivery of our Spring-themed cookies to the doorstep of participants located in the East GTA and Durham regions.
Register for this event by emailing your name, address, phone number and email address to:
gugugogosgta40@gmail.com
The $10 registration fee can be made by e-transfer sent to gugugogosgta40@gmail.com.
Additional donations to the SLF are welcome (donations of $20 or more will receive a tax receipt).

Chair Yoga with Sol's Fitness (Online)
2021-03-22 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Regina) | Zoom
Join G4G Regina and Sol’s Fitness for chair yoga!
Adapting the yoga practice with the use of a chair and other props. This class was designed to meet the needs of our changing body. You will need a sturdy chair and foam block (or small pillow).
To register please email g4gregina@gmail.com. There is no cost for the classes but donations to the Grandmothers Campaign are welcome and can be made on G4G Regina’s online fundraising page: https://slf.akaraisin.com/grandmotherspledges2021/reginafitness
Tax receipts will be issued for donations of $20 or more.

Gardening with Native Plants (Online)
2021-03-21 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
Join the Capital Grannies and start planning your native garden now! As we say goodbye to winter, let’s look ahead to spending warm sunny days in our gardens. Whether you’re a novice gardener or someone who has spent decades embracing their green thumb, this talk has something for everyone whose shares this passion. Fran Dennett and Candace Dressler, two Master Gardeners, will share their wealth of knowledge and expertise through their presentations. Mary Reid, owner of Green Thumb Garden Centre, will join them for the Question & Answer session.
To join in and/or donate, visit our Event Page: https://slf.akaraisin.com/ui/grandmotherspledges2021/t/nativeGardening

Kingston Grandmother Connection Re-opens On Line Shopping (Online, Multi-day)
2021-03-21 00:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
We are re-opening our ON LINE STORE on March 21, 2021. PICK UP your purchase in central Kingston or ask for Local Delivery. Lots of new products, gifts for Mom, Nature Photos, Bath and Beauty products, textiles, African crafts and way more. On March 21, go to www.g2gkingston.ca and click on SHOP ON LINE. The Store will be open until May 14, 2021. All proceeds to Help Lesotho and The Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. #allforthegrannies

Final Day: Peace by Chocolate (Online, Multi-day)
2021-03-20 00:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
This is the first in our series of virtual book talks on the theme of the Canadian immigrant experience. The online discussion, with author Jon Tattrie and CEO Tareq Hadhad, will be available to viewers from March 13 to March 20, inclusive. Registration is available on Eventbrite by clicking here. This event is free, but donations to the Grandmothers Campaign are welcome.
Peace by Chocolate: The Hadhad Family’s Remarkable Journey from Syria to Canada tells the true story of the Hadhad family who lost everything in the Syrian war and arrived as refugees in Antigonish NS where they rebuilt their chocolate business. This is a wonderful feel-good story about a town, its people and a family determined not only to build their life again but also to give back to the community and country which welcomed them. Author Jon Tattrie will be in discussion with Tareq Hadhad, CEO of Peace by Chocolate, and the eldest son of the Hadhad family.
Jon Tattrie is the author of six non-fiction books (including a Canadian best seller) and two novels. He works as a journalist for CBC News and has taught journalism at the University of King’s College and fiction writing at Dalhousie University.
Tareq Hadhad is the CEO and Founder of Peace by Chocolate. Tareq has spoken extensively – including appearances at Amnesty International’s Human Rights Conference, TEDx events, the World Bank, and the OECD. Passionate about peace and entrepreneurship, Tareq has a focus on job creation and is a board member at Invest Nova Scotia.
You do not need to have read the book to enjoy this event, but we are sure you will want to afterwards!
There is no charge to register, however we would welcome donations to the Grandmothers Campaign. Click here to make a donation.

Final Day: Treasures from Grannies' Attics
2021-03-19 17:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Online
The Fenelon Falls Grandmothers for Grandmothers are holding an online art auction featuring paintings, photos and figurines. Successful bidders will need to pick-up their items locally in Fenelon Falls. To browse the lots up for auction visit http://maxsold.com and look for auctions under Peterborough.

Tea for two or just for you! (In-person)
2021-03-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
Support the The Valley Gogo sisters on St Patricks Day for their Tea for two of just for you! Place your order by March 12th and get your tea delivered on March 17th. Your delivery will include two flowers, an assortment of eight home baked treats and two tea bags.
