Earlier in September, the Santropol Roulant team hosted a fall community lunch for our clients and volunteers. The event was a wonderful opportunity for generations connect and share. The kitchen team prepared a delicious apple-themed menu; Louis and Wilfred provided soothing musical accompaniment. It was a very lovely occasion, complete with flowers from the farm, great conversation, and lots of apples! Thank you to all …
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Looking Back at Community Farm Day 2016
This past weekend, the Santropol Roulant farm team was pleased to host the annual Community Farm Day in Senneville. Visitors were able to come and learn more about our 3-acre farm through tours and games. It was great to welcome people of all ages in the fields and share the freshly harvested veggies during the potluck lunch! The Roulant farm supports the production of fresh vegetables for our kitchen …
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Official invitation to Enchanted Garden Gala
You are officially invited to Santropol Roulant’s Enchanted Garden Gala! Come enjoy an enchanted evening full of mystery and delights including live entertainment and gourmet bites. The 2016 Fundraising Gala is a chance to eat, drink and be merry, while supporting the work of the Roulant. It will be a night to remember! What: Enchanted Garden Gala – food, festivities, …
Rental & catering: Plan your next event at the Roulant
Dear event planners, Did you know that the Roulant offers affordable rental and catering services? They are perfect for conferences, workshops, film projections, yoga classes, annual general meetings, or 5 à 7 events with your colleagues! The services are offered from Monday to Sunday – 8:00 am to 9:00 pm as part of our autofinancing activities. Using our services is another great way to support the …
Community Farm Day – new date announced!
Update: We have excellent news for all of you who have been anxiously waiting for a chance to visit our farm: our rescheduled annual Community Farm Day is confirmed for September 17. Join us for a day on the land and get to know Santropol Roulant’s periurban farm in Senneville. The day will include a farm tour, a potluck, and …
Beekeeping Collective Hosts Screening of La Reine Malade
Santropol Roulant’s Beekeeping Collective cordially invites you to a projection of La Reine Malade (the Ailing Queen). The film focuses on Anicet Desrochers, a Quebecois beekeeper and international authority on sustainable agriculture. The director, Pascal Sanchez, captured the work of passionate artisans in the quest to understand colony collapse and the effects it will have on beekeeping. Watch the trailer …
Seeking Volunteers for Community Lunch
Calling out to all our lovely volunteers! We will be hosting a Fall community lunch for our Meals-on-Wheels client-members and would love your help. We are looking for gentle hosts, drivers/passengers, decoration aficionados and of course kitchen volunteers to make this gathering as warm and inviting as possible. The event will take place at Santropol Roulant, 111 rue Roy Est, on Thursday September …
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Save the date: The Roulant’s Gala!
Correction: The date for the Annual Fundraising Gala is now October 27th. Please update your calendars. We look forward to seeing you all at this lovely magical evening! Come dance the night away to live music, devour a spectacular meal and support the Roulant’s work, all at once. Our chefs will prepare delicious food filled with locally sourced products. Live bands and …
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Looking Back at Rue Fermier: Our 21st Anniversary
Above photos by Alison Slattery Last Thursday, hundreds of clients, volunteers, supporters, staff and neighbours joined together to celebrate Santropol Roulant’s 21st anniversary. Complete with a community picnic and BBQ, live music, workshops, and tours of the organization, Rue Fermier was a fantastic success. (More photos below.) This event was more than a celebration – it was an opportunity to …
Summer catering launch at the Roulant
The Roulant is excited to introduce our new Summer Catering Menu! We invite you to come sample the newest menu during a 5@7 tasting and community event on August 11th. More details are available on our Facebook event. Keeping in line with the Roulant’s healthy and seasonal food philosophy, our catering service now changes to offer the best of each season throughout the …
Rue Fermier: Community Picnic Countdown!
Rue Fermier, Santropol Roulant’s 21st anniversary community picnic, is just around the corner! Come join our volunteers, clients and neighbours around the table, with activities for all ages and a vegetarian BBQ and potluck. When: Thursday July 21st, from 3pm to 9pm Where: Outside of the Roulant (111 Roy East) between Colonial and De Bullion Cost: Free entrance, drinks and food for sale at affordable prices …
News from the Farm & Recipe
June at the Farm From your farmer Clémence There has been very little time to stop and appreciate the landscape, fresh strawberries and yummy greens at the farm lately. June is one of those months where field preparation, weeding, plantings, greenhouse seeding and harvest collide. But last night, I was worried that the wind gusts might pull the anchors that …