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Yard Sale Sunday Sept. 27

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on September 23, 2015 by Heather HolmNovember 13, 2015

We will be having a yard sale fundraiser! Looking for volunteers to help – and shoppers.

TIME: Sunday, Sept. 27, 9 am to 1pm,
WHERE: The Blockhouse School in the gym. (The Waldorf School is having one at the same time.)

WHAT: Tables, chairs, desks, garden tools, other tools, books, dishes, pots and pans, carpets, folding garden chairs, bicycles, a stroller, light fixtures, exterior paint, costumes, sleeping bags, and much more.

Funds raised will go to pay outstanding bills.

For more info or to volunteer, contact Jeanette, email hidden; JavaScript is required



Posted in Fundraising, Past events

Impromptu musical event, Wed. July 29

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on July 28, 2015 by Heather HolmSeptember 10, 2015
Skip LaPlante
Skip LaPlante

Skip LaPlante

We have a very short-notice opportunity to host a musical adventure at Blockhouse School tomorrow (Wednesday) evening, beginning at 7:47

Long time friend Skip LaPlante from NYC is visiting & brought one of his inventions with him. Skip makes instruments from recycled materials, composes work and then plays it-sometimes with his collective in NY and often by himself at various venues open to experimental music.

A highly trained and skilled percussionist, Skip can, & will, jam with anyone in any style of music. Skip worked in the NYC school system for many decades.

Our plan is to quickly get in touch with folks in the local music community who may have an interest in working (bring an ax) /listening with Skip for an evening, going where the sound takes us. Skip will start with a solo composition & then branch out from there.

In addition we are inviting people who like to move. The intention is that sometimes the players will follow the dancers and vice versa. Sometimes participants will just jam!

The audience will consist mainly of family & friends of the participants and the door will be open, similar to Open Mic sessions. Please do invite friends! There will be no charge for the event but we will put out a donations jar as usual.

David C.

PS: Meet him in this video:

Posted in Art Exhibitions, Past events, Reuse and Recycle | Tagged Skip LaPlante

Sunday July 5 is Cleanup Day! Come help!

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on July 2, 2015 by Heather HolmJuly 8, 2015

broom-and-mopOYE OYE OYE 

SUNDAY is massive clean-up day at Blockhouse School.  This is both spring clean up and getting ready for the July 12th Communi-TEA.
JULY 5th THIS Sunday – Projects include:
weed whacking 
sweeping
Vacuuming
painting 
tidying up outside
washing down the kitchen, gym and bathrooms
and anything else that is out of place.
Come when you can between 9 and 5.
We need buckets, brooms and mops and cleaning materials, so please bring anything you can from home.
Contact Patty at email hidden; JavaScript is required or Ann Bromley at email hidden; JavaScript is required with any questions.
Posted in Past events | Tagged work party

3rd Annual Communi-Tea on July 12

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on June 17, 2015 by Heather HolmMarch 15, 2016

Join us for this annual event! This year: Pop-up Farmers’ Market from 11-3 Airstream Cafe will be there with beverages and snacks Strawberry Social (tickets $8) Cheese-making demo with Heather Squires from Sweetwood Farm in Blockhouse, 1 p.m. Take a … Continue reading →

Posted in Past events | Tagged cheese, Farmers' Market, Plant walk, Therapeutic Garden

Annual General Meeting April 17

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on April 6, 2015 by Heather HolmMay 6, 2015
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The Annual General Meeting of South Shore Social Ventures Co-op Ltd. will be held: Friday, April 17, 2015 at 7 pm Potluck dinner at 6 pm (optional) at The Blockhouse School 63 School St., Blockhouse, Nova Scotia. You must be … Continue reading →

Posted in Meetings and minutes, Past events

Please Participate in our Survey

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on March 13, 2015 by Heather HolmApril 8, 2015

Following our special meeting on March 4, and the upcoming end of our three-year lease, we are looking for feedback on the project.

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Posted in Meetings and minutes, Past events

FREE Live Call – Permaculture, Edible Forest Gardens, Eco-villages & More!

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on February 25, 2015 by Heather HolmApril 7, 2015

Join Bonita Ford and David Cameron as they talk about permaculture, edible forest gardens, eco-villages, natural building, sustainable living, community building and more! March 19th, 2015.

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Posted in Natural Building, Past events, PDC 2015, Permaculture, Shelter, Sister projects | Tagged Bonita Ford, David Cameron, eco-village, edible forest garden, natural building, permaculture

Background to Special Meeting March 4

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on February 9, 2015 by DavidCMay 6, 2015
SSSVC logo image

The Board is seeking direction and strategy from the general membership to help in navigating the organization’s immediate future. Our three year lease of the Blockhouse School is nearly finished and we need a plan in place if the property … Continue reading →

Posted in Meetings and minutes, Past events | Tagged meeting, MODL

Christmas Pot-Luck and Carol Singing Sat. Dec. 20

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on December 14, 2014 by Heather HolmJanuary 8, 2015

Christmas decorationJoin us in the friendly Blockhouse School Project kitchen for a potluck dinner followed by the singing of Christmas carols.

Bring food to share and voices to raise in song.

Instruments are welcome too.

Starting at 5 pm
Saturday, December 20, 2014

Everyone welcome!

 

Posted in Past events | Tagged carol singing, Christmas, Christmas carols, pot-luck, potluck

Mental Health First Aid – Basic course Feb. 21 and 22

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on December 2, 2014 by Heather HolmMay 4, 2015

Mental health problems affect one in three Canadians. Do you know how to help? Mental Health First Aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis is resolved. The concept is based on the model of … Continue reading →

Posted in Courses, Past events | Tagged Mental Health First Aid

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