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NOVEMBER 2015

SOCKS FOR ADVENT 11/29/2015


Thanks to the congregation of Cobourg's Trinity United Church, toes will be warmed this winter. Following the First Sunday of Advent service where David Sheffield was a guest speaker, Trinity Minister, Nancy Lester, presented him with large supply of warm socks, collected by church members. The socks are a valuable part of Green Wood's winter warmth distribution.




Green Wood was featured in a presentation called "Eating Together: The Role of Food in Community" at Trent University's Why Act? series in Peterborough, where Carlee Giffen, David Sheffield and Cyndi Gilmer were invited to speak. The week-long series provides a space for academics, social activists and students to address the way in which Social Justice can happen in this community and across the globe. In preparation for speaking at Why Act?, Carlee organized a shared meal, last week, with a few friends at Green Wood's downtown space. Butternut Squash Curry and good conversation were on the menu.



​"Over the past 3 months, during my clinical placement, I have felt this sense of community that I have never experienced before and never thought was even possible, in this day and age. I truly believe that at the centre of all of this is food and its ability to bring people together and make meaningful social connections." ​- Carlee Giffen, Student, Trent University School of Nursing


CONGRATULATIONS! 11/15/2015


Congratulations to Linda Alcock of Omemee, Ontario for being the lucky ticket holder in our Gourmet Dinner Party Raffle, drawn at the Walk the Line concert. Chef Gary Cole recently prepared a memorable dinner for four in the Alcock's beautiful new home. Many thanks to Chef Gary as well as his assistant,Marlyne, for the generous offer of their time and talent in the kitchen.


Thanks also to St. Lawrence Flowers, Harden & Huyse Chocolates and Keint-He Winery for adding their special touches to the dinner package. In addition to a wonderful dinner at the Alcock home, the raffle benefited Green Wood Coalition's program fund by just over one thousand dollars.



From tender, hear-a-pin-drop moments to foot-stomping singalongs, Walk the Line: Celebrating the Spirit of Johnny Cash delivered a moving and memorable experience for all involved. The one-day festival featured outstanding folk and roots performers from throughout Ontario as well as thoughtful speakers from our own community, all bringing a message of hope and positive social change in celebration of Johnny Cash's legacy. A great culmination of much behind-the-scenes work by ​Artistic Director, David Newland, and Green Wood staff.


​"As a benefit festival reflecting the needs and aspirations of Green Wood Coalition and the community at large, we admire Johnny Cash’s advocacy for the underprivileged. We recognize the strength and honesty he brought to his own struggles. And we celebrate his legendary catalogue of unforgettable songs." -David Newland

SINCEREST THANKS to all of our valued Supporters, Volunteers and Artists whose contributions and efforts are essential to the success of this annual event. SPECIAL THANKS as well to many the community Sponsors who have contributed to this event through their generous inkind donations, and/or by lending us their time and expertise, in support of this annual fundraiser for Green Wood Coalition. Cameco Acme Electric Comfort Inn, Port Hope The Waddell Hotel Long & McQuade Musical Instruments Harden & Huyse Holton Flowers Chef Gary Cole Ganaraska Art & Framing Keint-He Winery St. Lawrence Flowers Luke Despatie & The Design Firm THANKS ALSO to the kind hospitality providers who generously provided sustanance, snacks and refreshments for our artists before, during and after the shows! Cultivate Catering Yellow Cake Bakery The Beamish House​

CONGRATULATIONS to the winner of our Gourmet Dinner Raffle Linda Alcock and to the winner our Man in Black Guitar Prize, Sonja Boileau


Speaking of the Man in Black, here is a great version of that song that frames Johnny Cash's heart for social justice, ​from an about to be released live recording.



 
 
 

OCTOBER 2015

YOU'RE INVITED 10/28/2015



Please join us in celebration of

Green Wood Coalition's new home

at 18 Ontario Street in downtown Port Hope

​

Monday, November 2 4-7 PM

​

Refreshments Demonstrations Good People


As social events move indoors for the cooler season,

we've got a perfect way to celebrate with friends.


We've just launched a fundraising raffle

to benefit Green Wood Coalition's winter programs.


The lucky ticket holder will win:

A complete gourmet dinner party

catered by a professional chef!


The prize package:


Chef Gary Cole will prepare

a full dinner for 4 in your home


Menu and date to be mutually agreed upon.


Package also includes:

Locally grown wines

Flowers to grace the table

Chocolates, just because


Tickets $10 each or 3 for $25


To be drawn November 7 during

Walk the Line concert at Port Hope's Capitol Theatre


*Note that this package is available in

Northumberland County or Kawartha Region,

dinner to be served before November 30, 2015.




Walk the Line

A day-long Cash-inspired festival in downtown Port Hope


Saturday, November 7

Cameco Capitol Arts Centre, Port Hope

Afternoon Workshops 1:00 pm

Evening Concert 8:00 pm



"LOVE THE VIBE" 10/11/2015


The (now 5-year-old) Green Wood Creative Arts Group resumed gathering recently in our new space at 18 Ontario Street in Port Hope. The reviews of the new location were all "thumbs up" with members citing "the light", 'the vibe", or "the elbow room". First order of business was a "community heart" collective painting project. The group gathers every Thursday morning from 10 to 12. Thanks to the Port Hope Rotary Club for putting their financial support behind this great new space.

 
 
 

SEPTEMBER 2015


(Photos: Meghan Sheffield, David Goodfellow)


"A meal is essential to fuel our body, but a shared meal is essential for fueling our civilization".


"The table becomes a place to discover our shared humanity, build trust and ultimately make peace. Whether it’s a simple potluck dinner with friends, or a meal intended to feed a hungry village, eating together can be a catalyst for positive change."


"As the people I meet at our community dinner open up and are honest with me, I find that I become more honest with myself about my own poverties."


-Green Wood's David Sheffield, speaking at Cultivate: A Festival of Food and Drink, in Port Hope, Ontario




After the John Street building that housed Green Wood's office space was sold in mid-July, and we were asked to vacate, a new venue became available and we jumped at the opportunity.


On September 1 we moved into 18 Ontario Street, a space that is twice the size of our previous location and brings all of our activities (except weekly community dinner) into one location. We envision this space being a creative community space that will be home to the Green Wood community, and a shared space for other community activities.


It's no surprise that this move will mean additional costs for Green Wood and we'll be calling on the community to continue their generous support for this new chapter. We are pleased to announce that the Rotary Club of Port Hope has already stepped up as a donor partner, supporting renovations and furnishing at the space.


As those minor renovations are completed over the next few weeks, we expect to be open in time for Community 101 on Monday, September 28 at 7 pm.

 
 
 
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