Muskoka Indigenous Friends Cultural Centre

Let's Eat--Meetsho Taak
2023-10-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-05 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) and 1 more date | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
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.

Gravenhurst--Fall Clothes Giveaway
2023-10-21 09:00 - 14:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
PLEASE NOTE EARLIER CLOSING TIME–due to needing to cleanup totally after this event, we need a few hours and the energy to do so.
WE WILL BE CLOSING AT 2 PM.
Volunteers to help us clean up and restore the church to proper function for their Sunday needs is most appreciated.

This event will provide FREE clothing and other items to help you get ready for cooler weather. Come and check it out.

Gravenhurst--Clothing Giveaway--SET UP
2023-10-20 09:30 - 12:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
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.

Ryde--Medicine Bags
2023-10-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Ryde Co-op Community Centre, 1624 Barkway Road, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1R3, Canada
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 put whatever sacred item you want into your bag. Facilitator is: Diligent Harvester, member of the Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada.
Funding for this program is made possible through the Community Enhancement Fund from the District of Muskoka. Maarsii, Miigwetch, Nia:wen.

Gravenhurst--Women's Hand Drumming
2023-10-17 13:00 - 15:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. We are starting to learn some new songs.

Gravenhurst--Mens Drumming
2023-10-17 13:00 - 15:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
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

Bracebridge--Medicine Bags
2023-10-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Bracebridge Public Library, 94 Manitoba Street, Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 2B5, Canada
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 like to carry with you. You can put whatever sacred item you want into your bag. Facilitator is: Diligent Harvester, member of the Indigenous Arts Collective of Canada.
This workshop is provided in part by the Bracebridge Public Library and the Bracebridge Community Grant. Maarsii, Miigwetch, Nia:wen.

Huntsville--Feather Bead Wrapping
2023-10-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Huntsville Public Library, 7 Minerva St E, Huntsville, Ontario, P1H 1W4, Canada
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 Enhancement Grant.

For adults and teens, registration is required. Register here

Bannock Baking
2023-10-10 13:00 - 15:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
Join us for an afternoon in the kitchen and baking bannock. Faciltator for this workshop is Board Member, Diane

Board of Directors Meeting
2023-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Meeting
This is the monthly Board of Directors Meeting. General members of our membership (2023 active) can attend these meetings as observers. If interested, email: muskokafriendshipcentre@gmail.com to receive the zoom link. If not yet a member, join today.

Sundridge--Medicine Bag Workshop
2023-09-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Sundridge Public Library, 110 Main Street, Sundridge, Ontario, P0A 1Z0, Canada
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 much more including a reminder of the INTERCONNECTEDNESS of Creation.

MEDICINE POUCH: an integral part of many Indigenous Cultures, that has special significance to each individual person, can symbolize Well-being, Identity and more.

There is no cost to attend.

National Truth and Reconciliation Day
2023-09-30

Gravenhurst--Orange Ribbon Quilt
2023-09-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-09-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-05 13:00 - 15:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
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 blocks.
Will you join us as we blitz work on the quilt in September?

Ryde--Tobacco Ties
2023-09-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Ryde Co-op Community Centre, 1624 Barkway Road, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1R3, Canada
To some, making tobacco ties is commonplace, however, to others it isn’t. This activity is to introduce members reconnecting to their culture a safe place to ask questions, learn more about the sacred medicines, and protocol on approaching Elders with tobacco ties.
Later this month, having a tobacco tie available for any TRC Day events, you will be glad you made one.
Programming for this event is provided by The District Municipality of Muskoka through the Community Enhancement Fund, and the Ryde Community Centre.

Huntsville--Beaded Orange Shirt Pins
2023-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Huntsville Public Library, 7 Minerva St E, Huntsville, Ontario, P1H 1W4, Canada
Facilitated by Cassie (The One Who Builds the Healing Lodge) and the Muskoka Indigenous Friendship Centre. Orange Shirt Pin Beading workshop. All materials supplied. All are welcome. Registration is required.
Programming for this event is provided by The District Municipality of Muskoka through the Community Enhancement Fund, and the Huntsville Public Library.

Gravenhurst--Men's Drumming
2023-09-19 13:00 - 15:00 | St James Anglican Church, 191 Hotchkiss Street (John Street door), Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada

Bracebridge--Tobacco Ties
2023-09-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Bracebridge Public Library, 94 Manitoba Street, Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 2B5, Canada
To some, making tobacco ties is commonplace, however, to others it isn’t. This activity is to introduce members reconnecting to their culture a safe place to ask questions, learn more about the sacred medicines, and protocol on approaching Elders with tobacco ties.
Later this month if attending any TRC activities, a tobacco tie might just come in handy.
This programming is funded by the Community Grant from the Town of Bracebridge and space provided by the Bracebridge Public Library.

Huntsville -- Quill Earrings
2023-08-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Huntsville Public Library, 7 Minerva St E, Huntsville, Ontario, P1H 1W4, Canada
** CURRENTLY FULL, BUT WAITLIST IS AVAILABLE. https://www.huntsvillelibrary.ca/en/sign-up-for-activities/grown-ups.aspx
Using quills from a recently harvest porcupine, participants will make a simple looped earring with quills. Adults and youth aged 10 years and older will enjoy this activity and learning more about porcupines.
This programming is made possible by the Huntsville Public Library and the Community Enhancement Grant from the District of Muskoka.
