In 2021 over 6,000 orange ribbons were tied at the Silver Bridge in Bracebridge. After they were taken down it was determined that these ribbons would be used in an ongoing teaching tool. A Community Quilt. However, it takes time and a lot of sewers, experienced or not, to come together and work on quilt...
UPDATE--WORKSHOP FULL Join Kokum Pamela Tremblay Hayes on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Kokum Pamela will introduce participants to some teachings on the Medicine Wheel and participants will also create their own personal Medicine Pouch. MEDICINE WHEEL: represents the four dimensions of self and of life, it symbolizes Balance, Well-being, Four Stages of life and...
As a way to address food security issues--we offer a weekly soup, available to participants. When available, food bank items may also be available to take home.
As a way to address food security issues--we offer a weekly soup, available to participants. When available, food bank items may also be available to take home.
Join us for an afternoon in the kitchen and baking bannock. Faciltator for this workshop is Board Member, Diane
Learn a simple bead wrapping technique to dress up your ceremonial feathers while doubling as a handle. Facilitated by Theresa Buker (Diligent Harvester), Metis from the Muskoka Indigenous Friendship Centre and member of the IACC (Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada). All materials are provided. This activity is made possible by The District of Muskoka Community...
REGISTRATION IS THROUGH THE BRACEBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY Last month we learned about the 4 Sacred Medicines and some protocols. This month we are going to make a simple medicine bag necklace which will allow you to carry tobacco at all times so you can give thanks always. Or perhaps you have a special stone you...
As a way to address food security issues--we offer a weekly soup, available to participants. When available, food bank items may also be available to take home.
The 3rd Tuesday of the month is a special time for the men in our community to come together and play at the Grandfather Drum. This is the men's healing time. Thank you to St James Anglican Church for providing us a safe place, and for the Community Enhancement Grant from the District of Muskoka
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. We are starting to learn some new songs.
Last month we learned about the 4 Sacred Medicines and some protocols. This month we are going to make a simple medicine bag necklace which will allow you to carry tobacco at all times so you can give thanks always. Or perhaps you have a special stone you like to carry with you. You can...
Volunteers will be setting up from 9 am to noon in preparation for our Fall Clothing Giveaway event in partnership with Free Stuff 4 Daily Needs. UNLESS ALREADY ARRANGED--NO MORE CLOTHING DONATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME. WE MUST DOWNSIZE WHAT IS ALREADY IN STORAGE. Maarsii, Miigwetch, Nia:wen for understanding.