Foraging Workshop
Belly and the Beast Food Company
Spring is here, and we’re heading into the forest with Chef Jordan of Belly and the Beast Food Co. for a wild foraging adventure at Evergreen Tree Farm! After our forage, we’ll gather by the fire for light snacks and refreshing mocktails.
Tickets are $65/person — grab yours now at Evergreen Tree Farm’s website
Team Retreats
Heartwood Farm & Cidery
Heartwood Farm & Cidery is a beautiful place to bring your team for a retreat! The farm offers a truly unique setting for creative or strategic work, or even just for spending time with your colleagues. At Heartwood, we are surrounded by “ecological parables” – ways in which the natural world opens new perspectives on problems you’re solving, or opportunities you’re pursuing. Most importantly, your day here will be relaxing and rejuvenating, a great way to bond as a team.
Youth French Art & Drama Pop-Up
Les Lilas
Is your child learning French? Join us for this French Art & Drama Pop-Up on May 25th from 10:30-12:00!
We will play some acting games and complete an art piece inspired by a French artist! All levels of French are welcome!
Contact us by email at [email protected] ~Merci!~
“Legal Options in the Healing Journey: An Information Session on Different Paths to Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence”
Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis
Do you know your legal rights and options when it comes to finding justice after sexual violence?
Come and learn from the experts on May 22 at the Italian Canadian Club (135 Ferguson St., Guelph).
The incredible team at Jellinek Ellis Gluckstein Lawyers will share their expertise on the legal options available for survivors of sexual violence, abuse and assault.
The morning session will focus on how service providers and other professionals can best inform and support survivors on different paths towards justice, while the afternoon session will be focused on survivors themselves. Free for survivors – breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Mother’s Day Mixology Class (May 10)
SipCraft
Learn a new skill with the moms and mom figures in your life! In this 2hr class, you’ll craft three delicious cocktails with SipCraft. Both zero-proof and spirited beverages are on the menu (you choose), plus a large grazing board is served. Flavours inspired by high tea and spring produce will take centerstage.
Creative Facilitation Training with Nadia Chaney and Art Not Shame
Art Not Shame
Creative Facilitation Training will provide individuals with accessible and timely training in creative facilitation with a focus on developing anti-oppressive group dynamics. Led by international arts facilitation trainer Nadia Chaney (MEd), participants will be equipped over 3 in-depth days with the skills/experience necessary to apply arts-based, facilitation methodologies to their own teaching/facilitating contexts.
Knotty Groups Facilitation Training with Nadia Chaney and Art Not Shame
Art Not Shame
Knotty Groups is for people who want to learn creative yet practical methods for high-stakes facilitation with vulnerable populations and people in conflict. Nadia’s focus is on developing ease of use with simple, flexible models, so facilitators can be as present as possible with their groups while employing tools that have been extensively tested. The art of presence is at the heart of this training. Through deep, guided personal reflection using arts-based practices, participants can expect to find that the change they want to see in their groups, they will first see in themselves during Knotty Groups.
July Arts Explosion Camp: Registration + Call for Volunteer Counsellors
Guelph Dance
Arts Explosion and Performance Focus camps with Guelph Dance are the perfect place for youth to unleash their inner artist! Campers explore dance, music, visual art, theatre, mediation & mindfulness in a fun, safe and supportive environment. Space is available in Week 1 (July 7-11), Week 3 (July
21-25) & Week 4 (July 28-August 1).
We are also seeking volunteers ages 14+ to serve as counsellors. A fun experience for those interested in the arts and working with children. A great opportunity to fulfill High School volunteer hours.
Guelph Dance Festival Line-Up + Call for Volunteers
Guelph Dance
The Guelph Dance Festival returns to venues across the city, from May 30 to June 1, 2025! Move and be moved by a dynamic range of work by inspiring local and national artists. Performances, workshops & celebrations welcome to all! Tickets on-sale now. 🌟🌀⚡️
We are seeking volunteers to support the festival. Volunteers greet patrons, direct people to performance locations/seats, collect donations, and help with set up or clean-up. Volunteers who work three or more shifts will receive a complimentary ticket to one of the ticketed events.
Beginners Introduction to Drawing
Alex Dartsch
Join us for a one-night drawing class for absolute beginners or intermediate artists looking to brush up on their fundamentals. Come as you are, all materials will be provided. Cookies will also be provided!
May 17 – 6:00-8:00 PM – 42 Carden St, Heritage Room, 2nd floor
Free Embodiment Session
Lisa Sutherland
Opportunity to participate in an Embodiment session, where you engage more than your mind to experience and understand yourself and the world around you. Look deeper into your responses to life and what resonates with you.
Build awareness so you can have choice. I am completing my certification and need volunteers to train with. Thank you! Lisa Sutherland 519-993-5352.
Spring Field Day & Plant Sale
Ignatius Jesuit Centre
Join Ignatius Farm for the Community Garden launch and seedling sale. We will have a wide variety of seedling available and Saturday Seed Co. will be selling seeds. Katrina from Meeting Place Organic Farm will be selling farm fresh sausage on a bun. Get your seedlings, seeds, lunch and start gardening!
Unplug to Reconnect: A Discerned Digital Detox
Ignatius Jesuit Centre
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, constant screen time can lead to stress, anxiety, and disconnection from ourselves, nature and the people around us. The Unplugged to Reconnect Weekend Retreat aims to provide an immersive experience, empowering participants more consciously to choose their level of engagement with technology and reconnect with themselves. Taking place May 30 – June 1, 2025.
2 days to build your skills to lead, support or influence change in dynamic and uncertain environments.
GlastonTor Consulting
Working in complexity? You’re not alone.
Join a growing community of systems thinkers, leaders, and changemakers at HSD Gathering 2025, taking place May 29–30, 2025, at the Arboretum Centre, University of Guelph. This two-day participatory and community-built event is designed for people who lead, support, or influence change in dynamic and unpredictable environments .
What is Human Systems Dynamics (HSD)?
HSD is a field of practice that applies principles from complexity science and systems thinking to human systems. It offers practical tools to spot patterns, respond to change, and take meaningful action—even when the path forward is uncertain.
What to expect
The Gathering is an opportunity to learn, reflect, and connect with others who face the challenges of leading in complexity. You’ll leave with real-world frameworks and practices you can apply right away—whether you’re redesigning systems, supporting teams, or guiding organizations through transformation.
Who should attend?
• Nonprofit and social impact professionals
• Public sector innovators and policymakers
• Educators, researchers, and systems thinkers
• Change agents, consultants, and facilitators
• Early-career practitioners
• Students in complexity-related fields
The Gathering is just around the corner. Learn more and register today.
Speed Friending, Celebrating 1 Year of Connections!
Friends of Friends
This is our regular speed friending event (FREE) with a celebratory twist as we mark May 22nd as our 1 year of bringing people together! The more the merrier, so no age specific restrictions this time. Please register so we know you’re coming!
May Crit Night at Otherwise Studios with Necessary Arts, facilitated by Paige Bromby
Otherwise Studios
Alternating between both creative spaces, Crit Nights will bring together local painters, sculptors, printmakers and other local artists to engage in a critical dialogue about each other’s work. Artists are encouraged to bring an in-progress or complete artwork to share with the group. Facilitated by local artist Paige Bromby, these monthly group critiques provide valuable feedback on your artwork, a friendly safe environment to share ideas and an opportunity to connect with local artists in your community!
Improve Brain & Cognitive Health: Herbal Medicine for Memory, Focus & more
Planting Radiance
On Wednesday May 28th (6:30 – 8 pm) learn how you can improve your brain function & cognitive well-being through natural remedies (herbal teas, tinctures, capsules, etc.) with registered clinical herbalist Zhyfhs Millicent.
Herbal medicine can support the brain in many ways, including: Assisting with particular neurotransmitters; Boosting circulation of blood (and thus oxygen and nutrients) to your brain; Helping increase resilience to stress, i.e. decreasing the negative ways stress can affect the brain.
We will also discuss some supplements and nutritional factors that have proven effective (because if the brain doesn’t have the building blocks it needs, herbal medicine is but a band-aid solution).
Climate Circles
Guelph Climate Action Network
Join us to share your feelings about the climate crisis in an empathetic space with qualified facilitators. Strengthen connections, support and resilience.
Biweekly Thursdays 7:30pm – 9:00pm at Watershed Cohousing (1 Mont Street)
Next dates: May 8, May 22, June 5
FREE (Please register but drop-ins welcome)
