BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//A Rocha - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:A Rocha X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://arocha.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for A Rocha REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Winnipeg BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20200521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20200521T201500 DTSTAMP:20260430T011703 CREATED:20200506T085229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200522T011446Z UID:31770-1590087600-1590092100@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Germinating Conversations Online (Manitoba) DESCRIPTION:Recent reports from the World Food Programme have found that an additional 130 million people around the world will face hunger as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. In Canada 1 in 8 people faces food insecurity\, and food banks across Canada have noticed an increase in demand in the past two months. Likewise\, the agricultural industry is facing challenges\, from finding workers\, to distributing their produce. \nJoin us for an online dialogue with farmers and eaters on food security and the Covid-19 pandemic. \nSpeakers: \nDave Guenther- Resource Pastor at Many Rooms Church Community in the Spence Neighbourhood\, Winnipeg \nHeather Unger – Permaculture design specialist. \nMike Salomons – Agriculture & Livelihoods Technical Advisor at Canadian Foodgrains Bank \nRick Bergman – Chair of the Canadian Pork Council and vice chair of the Manitoba Pork Council \nMegan Klassen-Wiebe – Farmer at Metanoia Farmer’s Cooperative \nWhere: Zoom (send us an RSVP by clicking the button below or sending an email to manitoba@arocha.ca and we will reply with the link)RSVP\n×RSVP\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\nRSVP Here\n\n\n\nHow many people will join us?Please select...\n1\n2\n3\n4\n5\n6\n7\n8\n9\n10\n\n\nMain Contact Name\n\n\nMain Contact Email\n\n\n\nEvent\n\n\nComments or Questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \nClose\n  \nGerminating Conversations is a joint initiative of A Rocha Canada\, Canadian Mennonite University and Mennonite Central Committee Manitoba. For the last seven years\, we have hosted dialogue events on a range of contested issues emerging from the intersection of food\, faith\, and land.  URL:https://arocha.ca/event/germinating-conversations-online-manitoba/ CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/francesco-gallarotti-ruQHpukrN7c-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200509T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200509T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011703 CREATED:20200114T235402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T012857Z UID:29478-1589016600-1589032800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Volunteer Day (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:In light of COVID-19\, we are implementing changes in all areas of our work.  As Volunteer Day activities take place outdoors\, we are still moving forward with this event but are taking extra precautions to maintain social distancing\, provide hand washing/sanitizing stations\, and cancelling our communal lunch. Please stay at home if you have had symptoms or traveled\, or have been in contact with someone with symptoms or who has traveled in the last 14 days. \nCome care for creation at our Brooksdale Environmental Centre! Catch a taste of A Rocha as you lend a hand alongside the team in our garden\, habitat restoration projects\, heritage site and grounds and more. After work enjoy a community lunch and free site tour! \nWear weather-appropriate clothing for working outside\, and bring gloves if you have them. \nSchedule:\n9:30 am – Meet at the patio\n12:30 pm – Free Lunch for volunteers (CANCELLED)\n1:30 pm – Site Tour \nRSVP\nVolunteer Days fill up fast\, so please RSVP to make sure you get a spot! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/volunteer-day-surrey-bc-4/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ARC-8696.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200424T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200424T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011703 CREATED:20200408T203343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200409T211824Z UID:31638-1587753000-1587756600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Virtual Cafe A Rocha DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Cafe A Rocha\, virtual edition! As we adapt to changing circumstances\, we are aware that we need each other more than ever. It’s been a while since we have been able to gather together in community\, and it’s looking like it will be a while longer before we will be able to gather together in person again. The A Rocha extended community is important to us\, so we wanted continue our rhythm of gathering together monthly. \n \nAt this virtual Cafe A Rocha we will share with each other\, listen to a short presentation from Leah Kostamo\, A Rocha Canada Co-Founder and Spiritual Care Coordinator\, and have some time for discussion. \nThe work of caring for each other and for the wider creation has not stopped in this unprecedented circumstance we find ourselves in. Let’s continue to gather together in hope and in faith. All are welcome to join\, whether from Manitoba or not!  \nWhen: April 24 – 6:30-7:30 CST \nWhere: Zoom (send us an RSVP by clicking the button below and we will reply with the link)RSVP\n×RSVP\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n RSVP Here\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. \n \n \n \n \n \nClose URL:https://arocha.ca/event/virtual-cafe-a-rocha/ CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/DSC00296-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011703 CREATED:20200201T043810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200327T215354Z UID:29783-1587063600-1587229200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:CANCELLED: April Almost Silent Retreat (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Please note that the Almost Silent Retreat has been cancelled\, due to measures to help contain the spread of COVID-19.  \nEnjoy the season of Resurrection with intention and space with God as you engage in solitude at A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre. During this 3-day\, 2-night retreat we will be using the prayer tool of Lectio Divina as a way to connect with God. \nNever been on a silent retreat? That’s okay. You can use the time however you like\, whether that’s in times of prayer\, reading\, walking\, journaling\, sketching — the sky is limit (as long as it’s a quiet activity – no tubas please :)). And if you’re looking for ideas on how to use your time or would like to reflect on what you’re experiencing\, Leah Kostamo\, a trained spiritual director\, will be on hand to meet with you. \n7 pm\, April 16th  – 5 pm\, April 18th \nYour stay will include: a private room or shared room*\, all meals\, morning and evening prayers\, optional spiritual direction\, access to A Rocha’s nature trails\, gardens and heritage guesthouse. \nPlease note: \n\nAll rooms have shared washrooms.\n If you would like a double room you must register with a friend. We will not be pairing strangers to share a room.\n\nYour facilitator: Leah Kostamo\, a trained spiritual director who will be on hand if you’re looking for ideas on how to use your time or would like to reflect on what you’re experiencing. \nCurious to find out more?\nYou can contact Leah directly at leah.kostamo@arocha.ca \nSpace is limited. Please sign up early! \n URL:https://arocha.ca/event/april-almost-silent-retreat-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/back-view-daylight-environment-fall-623080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011703 CREATED:20200208T021705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T052256Z UID:29917-1585990800-1586008800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Volunteer Day (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Please note that we are not actively recruiting volunteers at this time\, as we are taking measures to contain the spread of COVID-19. If you are interested in staying updated on future volunteer opportunities\, please contact us with your area of interest and availability.  \nCome care for creation at our Brooksdale Environmental Centre! Catch a taste of A Rocha as you lend a hand alongside the team in our garden\, habitat restoration projects\, heritage site and grounds and more. After work enjoy a community lunch and free site tour! \nWear weather-appropriate clothing for working outside\, and bring gloves if you have them. \nSchedule:\n9:30 am – Meet at the patio\n12:30 pm – Free Lunch for volunteers\n1:30 pm – Site Tour \nRSVP\nVolunteer Days fill up fast\, so please RSVP to make sure you get a spot! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/volunteer-day-surrey-bc-10/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ARC-8696.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200328T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011703 CREATED:20190904T195845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T183454Z UID:28396-1585335600-1585411200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:POSTPONED -Silence in the Seasons Retreat (Manitoba) DESCRIPTION:Please note that Silence in the Seasons has been postponed due to measures to help contain the spread of COVID-19. \n  \n“In the morning\, while it was still very dark\, he [Jesus] got up and went out to a deserted place\, and there he prayed” – Mark 1:35 \n \nAs we work to care for the earth in this time of environmental crisis\, cultivating inner practices is of vital importance. \nSilence in the Seasons retreat aims to equip participants with the spiritual resources and skills that will sustain us as we do the essential and ongoing work of caring for creation. \nAt Silence in the Seasons you will enter into a generous rhythm of contemplative prayer practices\, sharing\, and hiking in the forest. Become still and aware of God’s presence as we listen in the place of the boreal forest over the seasons. \nWhat to expect: \n\nFacilitation and guided material in sync with each season\nSpace to wonder in the boreal forest\nSilence & intro experiences in contemplative prayer practices\nSimple and nutritious snacks & meals\n\nArrive Friday between 6:30-7:30pm – Opening circle at 8pm \nDepart Saturday 4pm – Closing circle at 3pm \n[modal_text_link name=”contact” class=”” id=””]Contact us here[/modal_text_link] or register below if you are interested in participating in this rhythm this year.[modal name=”contact” title=”Contact Us” size=”large” background=”” border_color=”” show_footer=”yes” class=”” id=””]\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nYour Name\n\n\nYour Email\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message\n\nYes\, I want to sign up for ARMB's monthly newsletter!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \n[/modal]\nFall – Sept 27 – 28 \nWinter – Jan 10-11 \nSpring –  March 27-28 \nSummer –  June 12-13 \nCost: $75/person per retreat or $200 for all four \nPlease note that all rooms are shared. \n \nPowered by Eventbrite\n  URL:https://arocha.ca/event/silence-in-the-seasons-manitoba-2020-03-27/ LOCATION:Boreal Ecology Centre\, A Rocha Boreal Ecology Centre\, East Braintree\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMGP0465.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200323T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200327T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20200201T014012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T215245Z UID:29657-1584954000-1585321200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Signs of Spring Day Camp (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION: Please note that Signs of Spring Day Camp has been postponed due to measures to help contain the spread of COVID-19. \nJoin us for a week of exploration on March 23 – 27!\nCome see what’s budding\, blossoming and buzzing with life! We will spend every day outdoors and explore the signs of spring in the wetland\, forest and farmland at A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre. Children will have fun singing songs\, making crafts\, and playing educational games. \n\n\n\nKids ages 6 – 12 welcome. (Must be finished kindergarten.)\n\n\n\n\nCamp runs from 9am to 3pm daily.\nCome dressed for activities outside (rain or shine). Boots are required!\nBring your own snacks (morning and afternoon)\, lunch & a water bottle.\n\nPlease note that A Rocha is a Christian environmental stewardship organization and our camp will include short reflections on Creation Care. \n\nPlease fill out the Daycamp Registration Form and return it asap to canada.kids@arocha.ca \nFinancial assistance is available. [modal_text_link name=”contact” class=”” id=””]Contact us[/modal_text_link] for more information. \n\n[modal name=”contact” title=”Contact the Brooksdale Children’s Education Team” size=”large” background=”” border_color=”” show_footer=”no” class=”” id=””]\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Contact: Canada.Kids\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. \n \n \n \n \n Need assistance with this form? \n \n \n\n[/modal] URL:https://arocha.ca/event/signs-of-spring-day-camp-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Day Camps ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/123Rocha2019_BMC4627.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200321T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200321T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20200313T174601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T230121Z UID:30525-1584801000-1584824400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:[CANCELLED] Hike\, Potluck Supper\, and Presentation on Nature and Well-Being DESCRIPTION:Elise Urness will be leading a 6 km hike on the Jack Pine Trail and other nearby trails in the Stoney Swamp Sector of the Greenbelt\, and then host a potluck supper at her home in west Ottawa. Heather Sansom will be giving a presentation after supper on: \n‘Nature and Human Wellbeing’ \nWhat makes nature therapeutic? How can we use the science of nature’s contribution to mental and spiritual health\, as we seek to bring people and nature together for mutual benefit in the name of Christ? \nStarting Time: 2:30 pm \nPlease dress according to the weather and wear good boots for walking in snow and/or mud. \nDue to the size of Elise’s home this event is limited to 20 people. If you would like to sign up for this event please e-mail Elise at eliseurness@gmail.com and let her know what you plan to bring to the potluck. Elise will reply to your e-mail with the address of the meeting place for the hike. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/hike-potluck-supper-and-presentation-on-nature-and-well-being/ LOCATION:Jack Pine Trail\, Nepean (Ottawa)\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/winter-trees.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200314T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200314T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20200114T235104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T235104Z UID:29475-1584178200-1584194400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Volunteer Day (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Come care for creation at our Brooksdale Environmental Centre! Catch a taste of A Rocha as you lend a hand alongside the team in our garden\, habitat restoration projects\, heritage site and grounds and more. After work enjoy a community lunch and free site tour! \nWear weather-appropriate clothing for working outside\, and bring gloves if you have them. \nSchedule:\n9:30 am – Meet at the patio\n12:30 pm – Free Lunch for volunteers\n1:30 pm – Site Tour \nRSVP\nVolunteer Days fill up fast\, so please RSVP to make sure you get a spot! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/volunteer-day-surrey-bc-3/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ARC-8696.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200307T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20191212T025757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T025757Z UID:29267-1583573400-1583582400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the Kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-25/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200229T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200229T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20191212T025717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T025717Z UID:29265-1582968600-1582977600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the Kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-24/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200222T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200222T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20191212T025646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T025646Z UID:29263-1582363800-1582372800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the Kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-23/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200215T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200215T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20191212T025517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T025517Z UID:29261-1581759000-1581768000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the Kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-22/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200208T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20200114T234908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T234908Z UID:29472-1581154200-1581170400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Volunteer Day (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Come care for creation at our Brooksdale Environmental Centre! Catch a taste of A Rocha as you lend a hand alongside the team in our garden\, habitat restoration projects\, heritage site and grounds and more. After work enjoy a community lunch and free site tour! \nWear weather-appropriate clothing for working outside\, and bring gloves if you have them. \nSchedule:\n9:30 am – Meet at the patio\n12:30 pm – Free Lunch for volunteers\n1:30 pm – Site Tour \nRSVP\nVolunteer Days fill up fast\, so please RSVP to make sure you get a spot! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/volunteer-day-surrey-bc-2/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ARC-8696.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200207T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011704 CREATED:20200110T002637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T235148Z UID:29437-1581102000-1581109200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Cafe A Rocha: Climate Conversations DESCRIPTION:You are invited- good food and good conversation!\nClimate change has been our focus this year at Cafe A Rocha. Now\, more than ever\, we need avenues for conversation and support as we do the work of caring for creation. Whether you are new to the environmental conversation or a seasoned expert there is a place for you around the table.  \nHow do we talk about climate change and the environment with others in a way that brings unity instead of polarization? \nKatharine Hayhoe\, a Christian climate scientist\, says that talking with others is the most important thing we can do to fight climate change! What do you think? \nWe’ll be watching some of Katharine Hayhoe’s videos\, and talking about how to have conversations about climate change with others. \nJoin us for dessert\, coffee and tea at CMU’s Centre for Resilience \nRSVP by [modal_text_link name=”contact” class=”” id=””]Clicking Here[/modal_text_link] by Feb 6 \n[modal name=”contact” title=”RSVP Here” size=”large” background=”” border_color=”” show_footer=”yes” class=”” id=””]\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n RSVP Here\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. \n \n \n \n \n[/modal]\nLocation: Centre for Resilience – 500 Shaftesbury Blvd. 4th Floor   \nPlease bring a $3-$5 donation to cover the cost of the food.  URL:https://arocha.ca/event/cafe-a-rocha-climate-conversations/ LOCATION:Centre for Resilience\, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3P 2N2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMGP0582.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200201T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191105T222253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191213T221752Z UID:28777-1580565600-1580576400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Cooking With Stewing Hens (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Learn about the lost thrifty art of cooking stewing hens.Two generations ago\, most individuals living on farms ate their laying hens when they stopped laying. Normal meat birds are slaughtered at 14 weeks of age. They are young and tender. However\, laying hens live for 1-3 years\, meaning special care is needed to soften their meat and make it more palatable. In a world of increasing interest in food security\, stewing hens are a great source of protein\, and are a much cheaper option for chicken meat than regular meat birds. \nIn this workshop you will learn \n\nAbout the history of stewing hens\,\nHow to break down a bird into its parts (a transferable skill for meat birds too)\,\nHow to use all the parts of the bird\,\nAnd several methods for cooking stewing hens.\n\nYou will also have the opportunity to sample stewing hen meat prepared in several ways\, learning on your tongue how different cooking methods affect the bird on your palate. \nIncluded in the cost of the workshop is one stewing hen that participants will take home. \nAbout the Instructor\nJenn Cline is an amalgamate farmer-chef\, the perfect individual to guide you \n \nthrough a farm to fork cookery lesson on stewing hens. As a Farmer with six years of experience\, she knows that not all chickens are created equal\, and that caring about the chicken you eat means caring about the plants\, soil and watershed that grow your chicken. As a trained Chef with eight years of professional cooking experience\, she knows a thing or two about transforming quality raw ingredients into a feast for our senses and nourishment for our minds and bodies. She has not cooked just a chicken or two\, but hundreds\, spending hours honing her butchery and cooking skills. Jenn loves being an intermediary between the fields and people’s palates\, and hopes to inspire all her class participants to become more mindful eaters. \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/cooking-with-stewing-hens-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/sVra9XR8QIyVNiKmH1bs_FK1A2330.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200201T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200201T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191212T025345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T025345Z UID:29255-1580549400-1580558400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-21/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200125T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200125T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20200117T234045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200117T234600Z UID:29502-1579973400-1579986000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Christians\, Climate Science\, and Our Culture: Can we Agree? DESCRIPTION:Christians\, Climate Science\, and Our Culture: Can we Agree? \n5:30 pm: Pizza Supper – the Canadian Scientific and Christian Affiliation (CSCA) will provide free pizza and drinks. We are asking A Rocha friends to bring along a ready-to-serve small salad or small dessert if you are able to. \nPlease e-mail Kris Nanda at kkhnanda@hotmail.com to confirm your attendance so we know how much pizza to order. \n7:00 pm: Video presentation by Katherine Hayhoe \nMounting scientific evidence clearly documents the risks posed by climate change to the poor\, the needy\, and other vulnerable populations\, the very people Christians are called to love. As the scientific evidence builds\, however\, so does the vocal opposition to this evidence: in Canada\, the U.S.\, Australia and the U.K. Much of the disagreement comes from political and religious conservatives. Why is climate change so polarizing to these communities? What makes it so hard to comprehend and accept? Combining basic tenets of the Christian faith with recent findings from the areas of psychology\, sociology\, and climate science\, Hayhoe will discuss potential reasons for these disagreements and the role that shared values may play in moving us forward past these barriers. \nKatherine Hayhoe is a professor and Director of the Climate Science Centre at Texas Tech University. Time Magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in 2014. She was recently named a Champion of the Earth by the United Nations and is the Climate Ambassador for the World Evangelical Alliance. Katherine was interviewed on CBC Radio’s The House last Saturday. Listen to the CBC interview at: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thehouse/connecting-with-people-the-quest-for-common-ground-on-climate-change-1.5401156 \nLocal Panel: Following the video\, three local people will give brief responses: \nAnthony Siegrist\, pastor of Ottawa Mennonite Church\, holds a PhD in Theology and is currently enrolled in the Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability program at the University of Ottawa. \nJohn Cook\, has a PhD in physics\, and worked as a research officer at the National Research Council in solid state physics. \nKarri Munn-Venn\, is the Senior Policy Analyst with Citizens for Public Justice. \nDiscussion and Questions: There will be time for discussion and questions following the brief responses by the panel members. \nSponsorship: In addition to A Rocha and the CSCA\, this event is also sponsored by Ottawa Christian Reformed Campus Chaplaincy\, the Graduate and Faculty Christian Fellowship at the University of Ottawa\, and the Laurentian Leadership Centre. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/christians-climate-science-and-our-culture-can-we-agree/ LOCATION:Laurentian Leadership Centre\, 252 Metcalfe Street\, Ottawa CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200125T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200125T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191212T024426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T024953Z UID:29248-1579944600-1579953600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the Kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-2/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200118T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191212T023041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T025111Z UID:29237-1579339800-1579348800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Restoration Saturdays are a great way to learn practical skills in creation care. Join our conservation team for a morning of hands-on habitat restoration work. \nOur efforts are focused on removing invasive vegetation and replanting native species. Projects are conducted at the A Rocha Canada Brooksdale Centre as well as off site in the surrounding watershed. \nCome prepared for the weather with rain gear and boots to get muddy in. Or if the sun is shining bring hats and sun glasses. Working gloves\, shovels\, clippers and other equipment will be provided. \nWe meet at 9:30 am in the parking lot at the A Rocha Brooksdale Centre in front of the kiosk. Hope to see you there! \n  \n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/29Rocha2019_BMC4201.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200118T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191106T084341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T084341Z UID:28792-1579201200-1579366800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:January Art & Prayer Retreat (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:A 2-night and 2 full days retreat designed to help you connect with God\, self and creation through prayer and artistic expression. \n\n\nYour stay will include: a private or shared room (if you designate a room-mate)\, all meals\, teaching times and time for artistic exploration using drawing\, collage\, watercolour and poetry. Your time will also include morning\, mid-day and evening prayers\, optional spiritual direction\, access to A Rocha’s nature trails\, gardens and heritage guesthouse. \n\n\nYour facilitators: Leah Kostamo & Anne Smith \nLeah and Anne are both trained spiritual directors and will be on hand if you’re looking for ideas on how to use your time or would like to reflect on what you’re experiencing. \nPlease note: \n– All rooms have shared washrooms \n– Double occupancy is only available for those who indicate a roommate (we are not able to pair up individuals). \nCurious to find out more? \nYou can contact Leah directly at leah.kostamo@arocha.ca \nSpace is limited. Please sign up early! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n URL:https://arocha.ca/event/january-art-prayer-retreat-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/560184-PKRBZJ-983-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20190904T195845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T004203Z UID:28395-1578682800-1578758400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Silence in the Seasons Retreat (Manitoba) DESCRIPTION:“In the morning\, while it was still very dark\, he [Jesus] got up and went out to a deserted place\, and there he prayed” – Mark 1:35 \n \nAs we work to care for the earth in this time of environmental crisis\, cultivating inner practices is of vital importance. \nSilence in the Seasons retreat aims to equip participants with the spiritual resources and skills that will sustain us as we do the essential and ongoing work of caring for creation. \nAt Silence in the Seasons you will enter into a generous rhythm of contemplative prayer practices\, sharing\, and hiking in the forest. Become still and aware of God’s presence as we listen in the place of the boreal forest over the seasons. \nWhat to expect: \n\nFacilitation and guided material in sync with each season\nSpace to wonder in the boreal forest\nSilence & intro experiences in contemplative prayer practices\nSimple and nutritious snacks & meals\n\nArrive Friday between 6:30-7:30 pm – Opening circle at 8pm \nDepart Saturday 4pm – Closing circle at 3pm \n[modal_text_link name=”contact” class=”” id=””]Contact us here[/modal_text_link] or register below if you are interested in participating in this rhythm this year.[modal name=”contact” title=”Contact Us” size=”large” background=”” border_color=”” show_footer=”yes” class=”” id=””]\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nYour Name\n\n\nYour Email\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message\n\nYes\, I want to sign up for ARMB's monthly newsletter!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \n[/modal]\nFall – Sept 27 – 28 \nWinter – Jan 10-11 \nSpring –  March 27-28 \nSummer –  June 12-13 \nCost: $75/person per retreat or $200 for all four \nPlease note that all rooms are shared. \n \nPowered by Eventbrite\n  URL:https://arocha.ca/event/silence-in-the-seasons-manitoba-2020-01-10/ LOCATION:Boreal Ecology Centre\, A Rocha Boreal Ecology Centre\, East Braintree\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMGP0465.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200103T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200103T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191205T000520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T000628Z UID:29167-1578038400-1578070800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count Trial (Manitoba) DESCRIPTION:As part of its mandate to care for creation\, A Rocha Manitoba is seeking to run a trial of a “Christmas Bird Count” (CBC) in the vicinity of the Boreal Ecology Centre in East Braintree\, Manitoba this coming January 3\, 2020.  We are seeking participants who have an interest in birds and who would be willing to commit to being part of bird-observing teams driving and walking routes in the area from approximately 8:30am-4:30pm. Dinner at the lodge to follow.  \nWe are seeking two categories of participants\, all who must be willing to be outside for most of the day (combination of some driving\, and frequent stops and longer walks – and times for snack breaks and lunch for course!) \n\n1) Participants who are able to assist with recording observations on CBC forms\, pointing out potential birds\, driving\, managing snacks in a vehicle etc. but who may not be confident to accurately identify birds \n\n2) Participants who are confident to be able to identify by sight and sound most of the bird species we could encounter in East Braintree. They should bring some binoculars. \nMore info about the Christmas Bird Count Here \nIf you are interested in participating please email us at manitoba@arocha.ca. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/christmas-bird-count-trial-manitoba/ LOCATION:Boreal Ecology Centre\, A Rocha Boreal Ecology Centre\, East Braintree\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/TIMC4535.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191214T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191127T224059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T231720Z UID:29109-1576317600-1576326600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Memorial for Miranda Harris (Vancouver\, BC) DESCRIPTION:A Rocha and Regent College invite you to join us as we celebrate the life of Miranda Harris\, co-founder of A Rocha. The memorial will be shaped around viewing a recording of the official service taking place at St Aldates in Oxford on the same day (December 14). \nAll are welcome to attend. If you have any questions about the service\, click here to contact Thena Ayres. \nIf you would like to make a donation towards A Rocha International’s work in Miranda’s name\, please do so via Just Giving by clicking here. \nTo share your condolences\, please click here. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/memorial-for-miranda-harris-vancouver-bc/ LOCATION:Regent College Chapel\, 5800 University Blvd\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6T 2E4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Miranda.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191214T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191214T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011705 CREATED:20191023T220757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T203534Z UID:28688-1576310400-1576323000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Christmas Crepe Fundraiser (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:You can enjoy a crepe and the A Rocha Manitoba community in an informal come and go fundraiser with special guest chef Sharon Steward\, author of Volume: Cooking for a Community. Scott Gerbrandt and Zoe Matties will be present to share stories and warm beverages. \nWhen: December 14th (between 8am – 11:30am) Purchase your ticket below for the 1/2 hour time slot you would like to come. (Ticket purchase covers the cost of the crepe and coffee or tea). \nWhere: Gordon and Lori Matties’s home – 214 Ethelbert St. \nEmail us [modal_text_link name=”contact” class=”” id=””]here[/modal_text_link] if you have any questions \n[modal name=”contact” title=”Contact us” size=”large” background=”” border_color=”” show_footer=”yes” class=”” id=””]\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nYour Name\n\n\nYour Email\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message\n\nYes\, I want to sign up for ARMB's monthly newsletter!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \n[/modal]\n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/christmas-crepe-fundraiser-winnipeg-mb/ CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/sylwia-bartyzel-fU5WD8Gt3VE-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011706 CREATED:20191106T090010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T090010Z UID:28795-1575723600-1575734400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Christmas Open House (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Come meet our team and celebrate Christmas together! Enjoy caroling by the fireplace in our cozy heritage guest house\, join a site tour\, get festive with kids’ crafts and munch on some sweet treats. On your way out\, don’t forget to stop by the A Rocha Market: Farm & Gift Shop for fair-trade gifts and a healthy dose of farm-fresh veggies! \nNo RSVP required. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/christmas-open-house-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ARC-Open-House-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191130T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191130T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011706 CREATED:20191116T041113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191116T041113Z UID:28948-1575124200-1575129600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Natural Cosmetics Beauty Workshop (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Learn the basic of making your own all-natural cosmetics in this DIY workshop. Ever wonder if the bath and beauty products you daily use on your body are good for you and the environment. Unfortunately many of the off-the-shelf cosmetic products we use do contain toxins that are absorbed by our skin and also get washed away into the environment. Take charge of your health by taking charge of your beauty. \nThrough easy to follow\, step-by-step\, hands-on instruction\, you will learn: \n\nAbout the basic ingredients needed to to make your all-natural cosmetics\,\nHow to make hand soap\,\nHow to make face wash\,\nAnd how to make bath salts.\n\nYou’ll take home each of the things you make (a $25 retail value) as well as the recipes\, so you can make more whenever you run out. \nAll products can be made scent neutral for those with sensitivities or allergies. Your home made cosmetics will be made from all natural ingredients\, free of additives\, preservatives or other chemicals that can be harmful for health and the environment. \nAbout the Instructor\nNorma Hogan first learned about the basic principles of natural cosmetics at a David Suzuki Foundation Queen of Green workshop over ten years ago. Since then she has been making her own cleaning and cosmetic products\, selling them and other green products under her brands Ahimsa Green Products\, as well as leading workshops. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge in this fun and simple workshop! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite URL:https://arocha.ca/event/natural-cosmetics-beauty-workshop-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/natural-cosmetics-3397277_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191130T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011706 CREATED:20190919T220345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T220345Z UID:28511-1575104400-1575117000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Join A Rocha’s Brooksdale conservation team for a morning of habitat restoration and enhancement.\nGet your hands dirty planting native trees and shrubs\, removing exotic invasive vegetation (such as Himalayan blackberry or English Ivy)\, building fences to keep livestock away from watercourses\, creating new wetlands and much more. \nThe team will meet at the A Rocha Brooksdale Environmental Centre (1620 192 St – Surrey\, BC) and will travel to the restoration site from there. All ages welcome to participate! Gloves and tools provided. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Restoration Saturday Registration\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-20/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_5131.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191123T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011706 CREATED:20190919T220151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T220151Z UID:28509-1574499600-1574512200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Restoration Saturday (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Join A Rocha’s Brooksdale conservation team for a morning of habitat restoration and enhancement.\nGet your hands dirty planting native trees and shrubs\, removing exotic invasive vegetation (such as Himalayan blackberry or English Ivy)\, building fences to keep livestock away from watercourses\, creating new wetlands and much more. \nThe team will meet at the A Rocha Brooksdale Environmental Centre (1620 192 St – Surrey\, BC) and will travel to the restoration site from there. All ages welcome to participate! Gloves and tools provided. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Restoration Saturday Registration\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/restoration-saturday-surrey-bc-19/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Restoration Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_5131.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191122T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191122T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T011707 CREATED:20191024T185713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T230737Z UID:28704-1574449200-1574456400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Cafe A Rocha: Art and Conservation (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:Six artists\, six different styles\, one subject: Conservation.\nYou are invited to join A Rocha Manitoba at the MHC Gallery for an evening of dialogue on art and conservation with artists Joseph Koensgen\, Jodi Hildebrand and Juls Rempel. Also on view will be art by Chris Larsen\, Bill Nitzsche\, and Ovid Charlette. \nThe exhibit is called Changing World: A Dialogue on Conservation. “The artists in this exhibition work in very different ways to depict beauty\, grief\, the complex relationship between a medium and the world. Their works document the changes they are witnessing in a world of plants and animals they love. Each artist’s work stands in dialogue with the others to create an exhibition that dialogues in turn with us\, the viewers.” \nYou’re invited for dessert\, coffee\, tea and conversation! \nWhen: November 22\, 2019  7:00pm – 9:00pm \nWhere: MHC Gallery –  600 Shaftesbury Blvd. Winnipeg\, MB \nPlease bring a donation to contribute to the work of the artists. \nRSVP to manitoba@arocha.ca URL:https://arocha.ca/event/cafe-a-rocha-art-and-conservation-winnipeg-mb/ LOCATION:MHC Gallery\, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Untitled-design-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR