All programs are free and prioritized for people living in Greater Forest Lawn and on low-incomes. We’re recruiting volunteers. Call Audrey at (403) 617-3198 or email analuz@thealex.ca

Monday

Wise Ones, Summer Series

July 14, July 24 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm 

For community members 55 years old and above. Each session features an activity selected by wise ones (those 55 and above) and supports social connections. Activities may include land snorkelling in local parks, learning a new craft, or making a favourite recipe together. 

To learn more about each session and to sign up to ones you like, contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142

Level Ground Gardeners,

Abundant Mondays (Drop-in)

June 16  to August 25 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | 

Enjoy the garden’s abundance! Get your hands dirty as you tend to good things growing in the garden and connections with friends. No registration required. 

Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503.

Game of Gardens (Drop-in)

July 7 to August 18 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

Join our epic quest into the garden! Unearth the microcosmos under our feet with microscopes, defend our plants from pesty invaders, and hustle to hydrate our garden when it needs a good drink. Team up to harvest what’s ready and share what’s plenty. Kids ages 7 to 12 years old. No registration required. 

Contact Audrey at analuz@thealex.ca or 403-617-3198.

Volunteer Food Prep

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Dedicated volunteers help prepare food for our community meals. 

Contact Bernadette at blumugdang@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807.

Drop-In Family Dinner

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Kids and teens, bring your favourite adults- parents, friends or chosen family for a wonderful family dinner; Halal and veggie options. 

Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223.

Tuesday

Scrappy Prep Team (Volunteers)

Starts January 14 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Dedicated volunteers create healthy and preserved “upcycled” food products for community to enjoy.

Contact Bernadette at blumugdang@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807.

Scrappy Workshop

July 16, August 20 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Celebrate local and seasonal food through hands-on workshops. Share knowledge and learn new skills for preserving, fermenting, freezing, canning, foraging and growing good food. Registration required.

Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503. 

Wednesday

Volunteer Food Prep

8:30 am – 11:30 am

Dedicated volunteers prepare food for our community meals.

Contact Bernadette at blumugang@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807.

Drop-In Community Lunch

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Drop-in and join us for a free, nutritious lunch. Adults and supervised children are welcome.

Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223.

Peer Advocacy Office

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Drop-in or book an appointment to chat with a Peer Advocate volunteer with lived experience. Our Peer Advocates provide a listening ear, foster a supportive environment and help community members access and navigate local resources.

Contact Joanna at jtschudy@thealex.ca or 403-863-3953. 

Thursday

Wise Ones, Summer Series

August 14, August 28 | 10:30 am to 12:30 pm 

For community members 55 years old and above. Each session features an activity selected by wise ones (those 55 and above) and supports social connections. Activities may include land snorkelling in local parks, learning a new craft, or making a favourite recipe together. 

To learn more about each session and to sign up to ones you like, contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142.

Market Prep Team (Volunteers)

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Dedicated volunteers sort, stock and prepare items for the Fresh & Fare Community Market and Refillery.

Contact Bernadette at blumugdang@thealex.ca or 403-370-0807.

First Thursdays Monthly Tours

July 3, August 6 | 1:30 pm – 2:00pm

Curious about what happens at the Alex Community Food Centre? Register for our monthly tour. Registration required. 

Contact Joanna at jtschudy@thealex.ca or 403-863-3953. 

Families Grow, Cook, Create

Pop-ups

July 10, July 24, August 7, August 21 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Families with kids or youth build skills and connections in the garden and kitchen. Get your hands dirty in soil and taste buds swirling in the kitchen while making a family meal. Kids, teens with parents or guardians. 

Contact Jhumur at jdebnath@thealex.ca or 403-333-8142.

Friday

Fresh and Fare Community Market and Refillery

9:00 am – 11:00 am

Purchase affordable fresh fruits and vegetables.

Contact Leanne at lcripps@thealex.ca or 403-369-2503.

Drop-In Community Cafe

9:00 am – 11:00 am

Drop in and connect with friends for good coffee and great conversations. Enjoy a simple, nutritious and seasonal cafe snack. Check out food demos featuring local and seasonal ingredients from the market. Adults and supervised children are welcome. 

Contact Ajoy at asehgal@thealex.ca or 403-510-4223.

Peer Advocacy Office

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Drop-in or book an appointment to chat with a Peer Advo-cate; staff with lived experience who help community mem-bers navigate, access local resources and apply for benefits.

Contact Joanna at jtschudy@thealex.ca or 403-863-3953.