Kingston Grandmother Connection

Just made our first delivery of one of these chairs for a child. Is it a "Muskoka" Chair, or an "Adirondack" Chair? Handmade in Battersea, maybe we should call it a Battersea Chair? Find one for your kid at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//mus And, know that your purchase will help an African grandmother and her grandchildren. #allforthegrannies

We thank Kingstonist for the great coverage! #allforthegrannies

Look for Joanna on Wednesday

Why not Write Now to someone you miss? We have what you need. Shop for Note cards at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ and know that your purchase will help to improve the lives of grandmothers in Africa and their families. #makeadifference #allforthegrannies #itispossible

This event (organized by Gugu Gogos) sounds very interesting. Here's a link to the event: https://sonofthehouse.eventbrite.ca Feel free to share! #allforthegrannies

A rainy day means you need to browse our Online Store, right? Did you know we have a nice selection of jewellery? Some pieces are "new to you", some are from Uganda and other African countries, some are from Pearls4Girls, benefiting young girls in Lesotho. Go ahead and take a look: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//pea Your purchase will help a grandmother or a young girl in Africa.

Wouldn't you like one of our Witty Embroidered Dish Towells in your kitchen? It might brighten your day! The towells are 100% cotton, made in India, and embroidered here in Kingston. Shop now at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//sew And know that your purchase will make a difference for a grandmother in Africa and her family. #allforthegrannies

We think you'll love these totes! Beautiful fabrics and lovely colour combinations. Carry your stuff with a bit of style. Shop at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//sew And know that your purchase will make a difference for a grandmother in Africa and her family.

It's Friday again! Time to check out the new stuff in the Store (like these great cat cushion covers). If you order today before 7pm we'll have your order ready for pick up on Saturday. And we will make your pick up safe and contact free. Go to: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ Remember, every purchase, no matter how small, will help an African granny and her family. #allforthegrannies

Did you know we have baby and kid stuff? All beautifully made by one of our sewers. Check out the stuff for little ones in our Online Store at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//sew Your purchase is appreciated! All proceeds will help African grandmothers and their families.

It's Friday again! Order today until 7 pm and pick up Saturday. Coming later today: gorgeous baskets from Uganda at https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ Your purchase will help African grannies and their families.

We are doing our best to "ditch the plastic". You can too. In our Store, we offer 3 soaps made by Kingston Soap Company (one is unscented) and you may add a cotton washcloth if you wish. We've also got shampoo and conditioning bars made by UpFront Cosmetics in New Brunswick. And one of our members has made a few Felted Soaps. Go Canada! Go plastic free! Shop now: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ #allforthegrannies

Another dreary day means you might want to spend some time shopping from our Online Store, right? We're dreaming of outdoors, sunny days on the deck or patio, and ways we can brighten up the backyard. So, have a browse: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ Every purchase helps a grandmother in Africa and her family. #allforthegrannies

Phew! We made it! Now open, for your shopping and browsing pleasure. Get yourself a coffee or tea and settle in to have a look. You will be sure to find something you need. And, it's #allforthegrannies

Another message of hope. This time from Nkhono (grandmother) Matumo, a recent participant in Help Lesotho's Grandmother Support Program: Undergoing this training at Help Lesotho has helped me grow and opened my eyes to a whole new world I would not have otherwise achieved. I was taught about respect, regardless of one’s age. As a family woman whom many look up to for guidance and care, I learned of how to be a symbol of hope within my community, but most importantly be exemplary to individual lives with those left behind by their parents, whilst loving them unconditionally like one of our own. #ItIsPossible #allforthegrannies

Opening Sunday, March 21! We hope we can give you a tiny bit of pleasure during these difficult (again!) times. Browse our goods for sale, think of our generous makers and donors, and the wonderful Grandmothers in Africa you will help by making a purchase. Hope to "see you" soon. #allforthegrannies

A message of hope is always welcome! From Joanne Kepher Project Director at Pendeza Africa, an SLF partner in Kenya: "We have seen women glowing consistently as the years move by. We are singing songs of victory whenever we remember the state of despair we have come from to voices of hope in the community. Ten years of walking together has led to greater understanding of each other's strengths and weaknesses....There is hope; hope is the language that we have known over the years....We shall overcome; even HIV we shall overcome someday."

Check out the January Granny Bulletin to keep up to date and learn about Young Women Campaign Against AIDS, in Kenya, one of the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s comm...unity-based partners. They support grandmothers who are leading change in their communities. You’ll also find details on how to stay connected to the Grandmothers Campaign community. https://mailchi.mp/stephenlewis/granny-bulletin-january2021

Valentine's day is coming up soon! If you want to buy something special for someone special, checkout this link: https://www.g2gkingston.ca/shop Your Pearls4Girls purchase will be doubly meaningful.

This is a great idea! It’s a tough time for many....

On March 18, Thursday (8 am EDT), Idah Mukuka Nambeya, Senior Advisor to The Stephen Lewis Foundation's Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign will be participat...ing as a panelist at the launch of the UN #GlobalReportOnAgeism. Hear Idah speak about the response of grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa to stigma, discrimination and the challenges of ageism within the context of HIV and AIDS by signing up for this online event: http://bit.ly/ageismreport #AWorld4AllAges

Think about doing this. Do it before Nov. 30 though!

Just in! Brandied Cranberry Sauce and Christmas Fruit Cakes. Plus we have restocked the hand made Chocolates. Shop now for best selection: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//pre Remember, your purchase will help grandmothers and their families in Africa. #makeadifference #shoplocal #allforthegrannies

We still have a few Shortbreads available! All packaged in lovely tins. Don't miss your chance for this treat.... https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//new Grandmothers and their families in Africa will benefit. Thank you! #allforthegrannies #ItIsPossible #makeadifference

What if you can't decide what to buy from our on line Holiday Market? We can help! What about our Artisan Gift Basket? It's chock full of stuff, all made by our members: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//hol Remember, every purchase goes to help African grandmothers and their families, through Help Lesotho and the Stephen Lewis Foundation's Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign.... #allforthegrannies #itispossible #makeadifference #shoplocal

Do you like to nap some days? We've got what you need! Stay cozy with one of our Cat Nap Quilts, both on sale. Get yours now: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//new Remember, all proceeds from our sales go to help grandmothers in Africa and their families. #allforthegranies #shoplocal #makeadifference

Animal print accessories anyone? We've got some! https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ Shop on line from us and you'll be helping grandmothers in Africa and their families. And, you can look good too! #allforthegrannies #ItIsPossible #makeadifference

Heads up! We've got home baked Cranberry Loaves coming in for pick up on Saturday, November 7. Order yours now at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//hol (while you are there, why not check out the rest of our stuff?) ALL proceeds to help African grandmothers and their families #shoplocal #makeadifference #allforthegrannies

OK, it's time to browse our On Line Store. Are you spending more time in the kitchen these days? We've got you covered! Shop now for your kitchen gear: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com/ #shoplocal #allforthegrannies #makeadifference

Did we tell you Shortbread was coming? It's here now! Buy it for yourself or as a gift, you won't be sorry. And, we have hand made chocolates and chocolate sauce too. Shop now until December at: https://kingston-grandmother-connection.myshopify.com//hol