Join us for an informative and engaging evening with New Grocery Movement!

Learn community garden strategies and discover how the Mill Creek Healing Park project combines food production, accessibility, and neighbourhood connection.

New Grocery Movement started with a simple question: what if more people could grow their own food without needing land, tools, or experience?

The NGM Garden Club answered that by providing everything needed to start: plots, seeds, soil, water, and guidance.

What began as a supported way for community members to garden has evolved into the Mill Creek Healing Park project, transforming an underused public green space at 95A Street and 82 Avenue into a community-designed healing park and long-term garden hub.

Tonight’s presentation brings together the people doing this work.

You’ll hear about the Mill Creek Healing Park project, learn practical strategies for starting and sustaining community gardens, and meet experienced Garden Club members who share what they’ve learned through challenges, successes, and ongoing experimentation.

Mark your calendars and we'll see you there!

What You’ll Learn

• How the Mill Creek Healing Park project works, from initial vision through city designation process and community governance structures

• Practical strategies for starting community gardens including site selection, securing land access, and building partnerships with municipalities

• Building accessible programs that lower barriers through shared tools, seeds, soil, water, and educational support

• Creating inclusive spaces focused on equity-deserving communities while remaining open to all skill levels and backgrounds

• Balancing multiple goals – food production, ecological restoration, urban biodiversity, mental and physical wellbeing, and community gathering

• Sustaining engagement beyond the growing season through winter programming, planning meetings, and skill-sharing events

• Real challenges and solutions from Garden Club members who’ve navigated obstacles and found what works

The presentation covers the vision behind Mill Creek Healing Park, then opens into Q&A and discussion with community garden members who possess deep knowledge from hands-on experience. You’ll hear about challenges they’ve faced, solutions that worked, and tips for building strong community around shared food-growing spaces.

RITCHIE PRESENTS

Our 2025-2026 session of Ritchie Presents is hosted by our friends at the Edmonton Permaculture Guild. They’re bringing together organizations across Edmonton who work, advocate, and organize across a variety of fields with the common values of “Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Share”.

The Edmonton Permaculture Guild connects you with hands-on education, a growing community of practitioners, and practical skills for building food security and resilient landscapes across Edmonton and all of Alberta. Click here to learn about all of their upcoming events.

Learn how to prepare a cultural dish, cook with friends, and package it to be shared with neighbours experiencing food insecurity!

New Grocery Movement, Touch Grass Club, and the 4B Harm Reduction Society are teaming up to bring you Community Cooks!

Community Cooks is a mobile program, bringing cooking classes to a kitchen in your community. Each bi-monthly class features a different cultural dish led by diverse community members, from chefs to neighbours. We cook A LOT of food, grabbing a plate to share together and gifting warm meals to community members experiencing food insecurity with the help partner 4B Harm Reduction.

We are excited to announce this Community Cooks class will be led by Chef Madan Lal who will teach us how to prepare Butter Chicken, Peas Pilaf, and Folded Paratha.

DETAILS:

• Location: Ritchie Hall

• Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026

• Time: 1:00-4:30pm MST

• Tickets: $5

• Parking and Directions: Free parking available at the hall.

There are limited spots, so secure your ticket ASAP to ensure a space in the class!

If you have any questions or are interested to volunteer for this class, please reach out to Maia at maia@newgrocerymovement.com.

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for beers, snacks, and music. For Ritchie members and any other community league member, and invited guest!

February 28

TRIVIA NIGHT

Details:

• Bent Stick brews, cider option, NA options

• Snacks for purchase (no clue what, yet)

• No Admission - use that $5 for a pint or play trivia.

• Trivia - $5 to play

• Music: chill playlist

Helping Out Opportunities

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Entry table for ticket and memberships and door watching

• Sell drinks and food

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy)

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events.

MAD Science

Ritchie Community League is teaming up with MAD Science North to bring you programming for 2026.

This is a weekday camp for kids when schools are closed for PD days or Teacher’s Convention!

Future Space Explorers - Space Technology: 

Campers are introduced to space-related technologies, including those used on Earth to aid space exploration and the very scientific principles of space travel. Engaging demonstrations and exciting hands-on activities will make this investigation of Space Technology a fun learning experience.

details:

Cost: $60

Ritchie Community League members get 10% off! CLICK HERE for the discount code (please request access to the Google Doc).

THIS IS FOR kids whO:​

• Are in grades 1 to 6 (ages 6-12)

• Interested in science experiments

• Would rather be with friends from the neighbourhood than stuck at home for the day.

Mad Science of Northern Alberta (Edmonton)

Mad Science of Northern Alberta is a leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and vacation camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

More information at Northern MAD Science

MAD Science

Ritchie Community League is teaming up with MAD Science North to bring you programming for 2026.

This is a weekday camp for kids when schools are closed for PD days!

Future Space Explorers - Space Phenomena

Campers go on a voyage of discovery to space with unique hands-on activities and amazing demonstrations. They explore the sun and stars, planets and moons, and incredible events! This full day camp offers a unique way to learn about space phenomena.

details:

Cost: $60

Ritchie Community League members take 10% off! CLICK HERE for the discount code (please request access to the Google Doc).

THIS IS FOR kids whO:​

• Are in grades 1 to 6 (ages 6-12)

• Interested in science experiments

• Would rather be with friends from the neighbourhood than stuck at home for the day.

Mad Science of Northern Alberta (Edmonton)

Mad Science of Northern Alberta is a leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and vacation camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

More information at Northern MAD Science

Screen-free fun for the whole family!

Join us at the Ritchie Community Hall for an all-ages board game night on Friday, February 20 from 7 - 10 pm!

Bring your favourite game to share, try something new with your fellow board game enthusiasts, or just watch the fun and chat over a drink in our "loungy" atmosphere.

Drinks, snacks and pizza by the slice can be purchased, but the laughter and good company are priceless.

Entrance is free, but donations to cover costs would be appreciated. Hope to see you there!

This is open to any community league member and invited guests.

This event is hosted by Ritchie Community League members!

Let’s Build Something Together!

Ritchie Business Mixer – Thursday, February 19th
Connect. Collaborate. Be part of Ritchie’s future.

Join fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders for an evening of connection, conversation, and collaboration. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of the Ritchie neighbourhood – and find new ways to grow your business along the way.

Reserve Your Spot:

Space is limited – RSVP is required to attend.

Event Details

• What: Ritchie Business Mixer

• When:Thursday, February 19, 2026

• Time: 5:15 – 6:45 PM

• Where: Ritchie Community League Hall (7727 98 Street NW, Edmonton)

• Cost: Free (RSVP required) RSVP HERE

Who Should Attend

This event is open to:

• Business owners located in Ritchie

• Ritchie residents who own a business elsewhere

• Businesses from bordering neighbourhoods (Hazeldean and Old Strathcona) interested in collaboration

• Businesses curious about the new Ritchie hall project and how local businesses can get involved

Why Attend

• Grow your network: Meet other business owners, community champions, and potential partners

• Showcase your business: Find out how to be featured in our Business Directory and our Ritchie Crew

• Learn about our new hall project: Hear how your business can be part of something meaningful

• Explore collaboration opportunities: Sponsorship, pop-ups, co-hosting events, donation drives, and more

• Light refreshments & welcoming vibes: Come for the connection, stay for the snacks and stories

Join us for an informative and engaging evening with the Edmonton Native Plant Society.

Learn about the beauty and importance of native plants in our community, and how you can incorporate them into your own garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for plant enthusiasts of all levels.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow plant lovers, share tips and tricks, and expand your knowledge on the wonderful world of native plants.

Mark your calendars and we'll see you there!

WHO IS THIS FOR?

This is for anyone who:

• loves to garden, loves plants!

• wants to learn more about native plants in Edmonton and Alberta

• wants to grow native plants

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for beers, snacks, and music. Bring your neighbour!

January 31

music TBD

Details:

• Bent Stick brews, cider option, NA options

• Snacks for purchase - Lucy’s pizza buns & exclusive to Ritchie, cheese buns (we froze them!!!)

• $5 admission at the door (price of admission includes one drink ticket for Ritchie resident members)

• Music: live or a chill playlist (TBD)

Helping Out Opportunities

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Entry table for ticket and memberships and door watching

• Sell drinks and food

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy)

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events.

MAD Science

Ritchie Community League is teaming up with MAD Science North to bring you programs for 2026.

This is a weekday camp for kids when schools are closed for PD days!

Get ready to learn about simple machines and test the loads. Campers will explore different forces that help the movement of machines. They will work on hands-on activities and projects to take home. They will use their fundamental skills under the supervision of learned instructors.

details:

Cost: $60

Ritchie Community League members take 10% off. CLICK HERE for the discount code (please request access to the Google Doc).

For other league members, discount is not available. However, if you’d like your league to participate, reach out to your league, tell them your interest and have them email executive@ritchie-league.com for information.

THIS IS FOR kids whO:​

• Are in grades 1 to 6 (ages 6-12)

• Interested in science experiments

• Would rather be with friends from the neighbourhood than stuck at home for the day.

Mad Science of Northern Alberta (Edmonton)

Mad Science of Northern Alberta is a leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and vacation camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

More information at Northern MAD Science

Learn about the radical history of zines and then build your own! Let’s celebrate all the fun things that make you *special* in this ZINE WORKSHOP at Ritchie Hall.

It’s 2026 (yikes!) and you’re feeling the pressure to set big goals, squeeze into someone else’s expectations, and buy more stuff, and fix the world, and take a break from socials…and, and, and…

Friend! Don’t despair!

You are a pretty perfect human, we know it. Let our expert instructor help you build a mini zine scrapbook to celebrate YOU. Just as you are.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• You are a beginner

• You want to make your first (or 100th) zine in community

• You want to get started in scrapbooking

• You want a chill, afternoon hang out opportunity for you and your friends

• You want to meet other crafters in Edmonton!

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Admission includes:

• Coffee, treats and a pump up playlist

• Borrow our tools: scissors, corner rounder, pens, markers, pencil crayons, stamps

• Consumables: stickers, colourful paper, magazines for collage

• Step-by-step instructions on creating a zine using multiple patterns!

• Caring guidance from our expert teacher Lisa - a published scrapbooker and long-time instructor!

You will leave with at least one completed zine with lots of tips and strategies for building more at home. Discover enhanced confidence in your crafting skills, and new friends.

WHAT TO BRING?

Most of the supplies will be provided (included in the cost of the workshop), but here are some extras you can bring for your comfort.

• A water bottle or cup for hydration

• Mask for safety

• Sweater or layers - it can get drafty in our hall!

• Magazines or flat ephemera you would like to share with the class!

You do NOT need to bring printed photos of your special memories. Lisa will walk you through a process to capture them through doodles, collage, and writing!

ADMISSION OPTION

There are THREE sliding scale admission options:

Redistribution Rate: $20

Full Rate: $10

Solidarity Rate: $5

Please choose the one that suits your current situation. Thanks in advance to folks who choose the redistribution rate! You make it possible for us to offer our classes at a reduced rate for your neighbours.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We are recruiting 3-4 volunteers to help us host this event! Does this sound like you?

• Admissions and welcome table

• Photography

• Crafty folks who can offer attendees tips on using the materials

• Set up and tear down

Shifts vary from 30 minutes to 2 hours, and relevant training/supervision is provided. Please email communications@ritchie-league.com to sign up for a shift.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR!

Lisa loves all arts and craft media, but is a papercrafter at heart. She spent 10+ years teaching and working at a popular Edmonton scrapbook store. She loves to bring strangers together, create caring “third spaces”, and build community resilience.

Crafternoon is an opportunity to hang out with likeminded crafters and work on your projects, maybe get some tips, and definitely get inspired!

Bring your favourite craft supplies or a project on the go. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away! There will be snacks, and friends new and old. Admission is "pay what you can", and this event is open to members and non-members of Ritchie.

Would you appreciate a friendly reminder email a few days out? Great! Click here for a no obligation RSVP.

Crafternoon is a low barrier way to spend some time creating for you, in a friendly and safe environment, with rad folks who also love crafting.

NEW THIS YEAR

Thanks for all your feedback over the years! We listened, and are implementing two changes for 2025!

• More frequent—watch for Crafternoon dates every 2 months

• We’ll have supplies for friendship bracelets, zine-making, collaging, cards and stamping…just show up!

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• Any and all type of crafts and crafters; no special artistic experience required

• Folks who are looking for a craft community, and who value safe and accessible spaces.

• Crafters who want to get some work done on a project while they make a new friend.

WHAT TO BRING

• A mask; these are required in the crafting space to help keep us all safe

• Your own supplies or project to work on.

• Arts and crafts supplies for our Swap Table! You are welcome to take items from the table, even if you didn't bring any. Anything leftover at the end of the day will be donated to the Reuse Centre. No garbage please.

• We are an environmentally minded Community League, so we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle or cup.

• Cash or card, "pay what you can" admission is payable by either at the door (minimum $5).

Heads up: Your photo might be taken to use in future Ritchie Community League. Please inform a volunteer immediately if you have any concerns.

Ritchie Presents: Edmonton Permaculture Guild

Come on in for an inspiring presentation and discussion with Kenton Zerbin on growing your own food using permaculture principles.

In this, the first in a series of speaking engagements in 2026, Kenton will introduce guests to  the world of Permaculture, a regenerative approach to gardening and farming that mirrors natural, self-sustaining ecosystems to rebuild the soil ecology and grow abundant food.

Permaculture is a strategic approach to designing and developing your property based on clear, simple principles and tactics…and so much more!

An evening with Kenton Zerbin is guaranteed to shift perspectives, and leave you, the audience energized.

Doors: 6:20 pm

Presentation starts: 6:30 pm

FREE - Open to all

Come down to the Ritchie Hall for a holiday special with local beers, the last of Lucy’s buns, music by Laurelle K., and Re-gift Exchange is back!
Bring your neighbour!

December 27

Details:

• Ritchie beers - $5 tall cans.

• Edna mocktails - but can be a cocktail.

• Snacks for purchase - the last of the best Lucy’s pizza buns and cheese buns

• $5 admission at the door - price of admission includes one drink ticket for Ritchie resident members

• Music: Live solo chill tunes (Laurelle K website) - covers to original.

• Bring a rapped gift (the one that you got from the in-laws…the one someone else may actually use) for the elephant gift exchange. It’s fun, not serious.

Helping out (community for community)

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Entry table for ticket and door watching

• Sell drinks and food (best way to meet the neighbours)

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events

Join New Grocery Movement’s in-house Pie Girl, Becca MacLeod, for a festive, holiday-themed workshop teaching you how to bake an apple pie from scratch!

We’ll supply everything you need and walk you through step by step how to bake a pie, from the spiced apple filling to the lattice crust on top. Each participant will go home with a homemade apple pie, including instructions to freeze or bake at home - just in time to enjoy with loved ones over this holiday season. 

Vegan pie options available.

If you have access to an apron or rolling pin, please bring them to the workshop. 

Date: Monday, Dec 22 @5:30-8:30pm MST

Location: Ritchie Community League Hall

Address: 7729 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB

Tickets: $5 - includes all baking supplies to take home a pie!

RITCHIE LEAGUE MEMBERS

NGM is partnering up with the Ritchie League to offer this workshop - we host the workshop and they host us! We are grateful for the use of their community space. In each of our Ritchie Hall workshops, we reserve a set of tickets for Ritchie League members. If you purchase a Ritchie member ticket, you must be able to prove your active membership, meaning your number begins with 25-. If you cannot prove active membership, you are encouraged to update your membership or otherwise you are welcome to purchase a regular ticket.

If you have any questions, please contact us here or at info@newgrocerymovement.com.

Dream job: delivery driver?

Our exclusive 2026 merch is ready to go and we can’t wait to get it into the deserving hands of our Ritchie Crew. But we need your help on December 14th to assemble and deliver all of that sweet sweet swag to our subscribers across the community.

There are two shifts up for grabs, depending on your abilities and availability:

• 9:30am - 11pm: assemble the goody bags at the hall

• 11am - 2:00pm: door to door delivery in Ritchie

Sign up to volunteer to deliver Ritchie Merch throughout the neighbourhood. 

Looking for some Ritchie merch for your very own?

Store opens in November

The City of Edmonton is hosting an event at Ritchie Hall related to the 76 Avenue renewal project.

They have reviewed comments received from community members and organizations and invite you to meet the Project Team on Thursday, December 4. The Team will be sharing design options based on feedback, including:

• Driving: measures to slow traffic

• Walking: sidewalks and crossing improvements

• Biking: bike routes and facilities

OTHER OPTIONS TO CONNECT

The City of Edmonton has offered a few ways to connect and learn more:

• Review the design options online (click here)

• Complete the online survey before December 7 (click here)

• Email chris.mcmorran@edmonton.ca or call 311 and ask to be connected to a Project Team member

NOTE: This is not a Ritchie Community League event, nor are we affiliated with it in any way. We support the City’s rental of our hall for this purpose because the league wants you to be informed and continues to advocate for safer and more vibrant streets in our community.

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for local beers, local snacks, and local music. Bring your neighbour!

November 29

BINGO!!!

Details:

• Ritchie beers - $5 tall cans.

• Cider and Edna mocktails.

• Snacks for purchase - Lucy’s pizza buns and cheese buns (the latter exclusive to Ritchie)

• $5 admission at the door - price of admission includes one drink ticket for Ritchie resident members

• Music: no live music but chill tunes and bring your games.

Helping out

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Entry table for ticket and memberships and door watching

• Sell drinks and food

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events

Crafternoon is an opportunity to hang out with likeminded crafters and work on your projects, maybe get some tips, and definitely get inspired!

Bring your favourite craft supplies or a project on the go. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away! There will be snacks, and friends new and old. Admission is "pay what you can", and this event is open to members and non-members of Ritchie.

Would you appreciate a friendly reminder email a few days out? Great! Click here for a no obligation RSVP.

Crafternoon is a low barrier way to spend some time creating for you, in a friendly and safe environment, with rad folks who also love crafting.

NEW THIS YEAR

Thanks for all your feedback over the years! We listened, and are implementing two changes for 2025!

• More frequent—watch for Crafternoon dates every 2 months

• We’ll have supplies for friendship bracelets, zine-making, collaging, cards and stamping…just show up!

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• Any and all type of crafts and crafters; no special artistic experience required

• Folks who are looking for a craft community, and who value safe and accessible spaces.

• Crafters who want to get some work done on a project while they make a new friend.

WHAT TO BRING

• A mask; these are required in the crafting space to help keep us all safe

• Your own supplies or project to work on.

• Arts and crafts supplies for our Swap Table! You are welcome to take items from the table, even if you didn't bring any. Anything leftover at the end of the day will be donated to the Reuse Centre. No garbage please.

• We are an environmentally minded Community League, so we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle or cup.

• Cash or card, "pay what you can" admission is payable by either at the door (minimum $5).

Heads up: Your photo might be taken to use in future Ritchie Community League. Please inform a volunteer immediately if you have any concerns.

Tomato Sauce Canning

Join New Grocery Movement for a tomato canning workshop on Tues Nov 4 to learn the basics of preserving and make use of your delicious summer produce. Everyone will go home with a jar of tomato sauce!

NGM is grateful to have Jeanne McCurdy joining us to share her tomato sauce canning skills. We will provide all ingredients and supplies - all you need to do is show up!

You are welcome to bring your own tomatoes, especially if you have any from your own garden harvest! We also recommend you bring an apron to protect from any tomato spills.

DETAILS

• Date: Tues, Nov 04

• Time: 5:30-8:30pm

• Location: Ritchie Community League Hall

• Address: 7727 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB

• Tickets: $6.66 (Purchase Here) - price is the same for Ritchie members or public.

RITCHIE LEAGUE MEMBERS

NGM is partnering up with the Ritchie League to offer this workshop - NGM host the workshop and we host them!. In each Ritchie workshops, NGM reserve a set of tickets for Ritchie League members. If you purchase a Ritchie member ticket, you must be able to prove your active membership. If you cannot prove active membership, you are encouraged to update your membership or otherwise you are welcome to purchase a regular ticket.

If you have any questions, please contact: info@newgrocerymovement.com.

RITCHIE HALL IS OPEN FOR HALLOWEEN!

If you wander past the hall on your Trick-or-Treating route, stop in and warm up!

Grab a warm beverage, take a bio break, rest your feet for a moment.

We’ll have PG-13 spooky movies on the big screen and some candy to hand out!

Consider us a safe stop on your candy-gathering journey. 😊

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• Solo kids and their friends

• Parents with littles

• Adults who don’t have kids coming to their house who still want to experience the MAGIC of Halloween

• Ritchie neighbours who want to help welcome Halloween visitors to the hall

This is a quick stop on your trick-or-treat route, not a babysitting service.

CANDY DONATION

We are accepting candy donations leading up to Halloween. Please drop off at the hall on:

• Saturday, October 25, 10am to 12pm

• Sunday, October 28, 10am to 12pm

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for local beers, local snacks, and local music. Bring your neighbour!

October 25

More games NIGHT!!!

Details:

• Ritchie beers - Ritchie Sole, Hall Party, West Ritchie from our favourite breweries.

• Cider and premium mocktails.

• Snacks for purchase - Lucy’s famous pizza buns and cheese buns (the latter exclusive to Ritchie)

• $5 admission at the door - price of admission includes one drink ticket for Ritchie resident members

• Music: no live music but chill tunes and bring your games

Volunteer Opportunities

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Entry table for ticket and memberships and door watching

• Sell drinks and food

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events

Join your friends and neighbours to kickoff another season of our Snow Angels program!

EVENT DETAILS

This is an opportunity to meet other Snow Angels along with the folks who need their sidewalks shoveled.

• 11am to 1pm

• Hot chocolate and sweet treats

• Pickup your shovel

• Learn more about the program and sign up to volunteer

WHAT IS A SNOW ANGEL?

A Snow Angel is a community volunteer who has time (and energy) to help their neighbours who are unable to shovel their sidewalks. The program is run by Ritchie Community League volunteers, and we will be accepting Snow Angels throughout the winter season. If you would like to add your name to the list or request a Snow Angel for your sidewalk, please call or text 780-433-7137.

HONEY MAKING

NGM is hosting a workshop to help you learn all about the process of extracting and jarring honey.

During this one hour workshop, we will be removing the protective wax layer from honey frames, spinning them in our centrifugal extractor and then jarring the honey. And the best part...everyone gets to take home a jar!

Stefan Opryshko has been beekeeping for 9 years. What started out as a summer job on a commercial apiary has transitioned into a role as an urban beekeeper, focusing on spreading his passion and knowledge for pollinators with the Edmonton community.

DETAILS

• Date: Friday, October 17

• Time: 6:30-7:30pm MST

• Location: Ritchie Community League Hall

• Address: 7727 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB

• Tickets: $6.73

SOLD OUT

HONEY MAKING

The NGM Garden Club had a bountiful tomato harvest this season and we want to enjoy it with you!

Join us for a tomato canning workshop on Tues Oct 14 to learn the basics of preserving and make use of your delicious summer produce. Everyone will go home with a jar of tomato sauce!

NGM is grateful to have Lynne Kaluzniak joining us to share her tomato sauce canning skills. We will provide all ingredients and supplies - all you need to do is show up!

DETAILS

• Date: Tuesday, October 14

• Time: 6:30-7:30pm MST

• Location: Ritchie Community League Hall

• Address: 7727 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB

• Tickets: $6.73

SOLD OUT

Family-Friendly Oktoberfest BBQ!

Join Ritchie Men’s Shed on Saturday, October 11, from 12–4 PM for a community celebration you won’t want to miss!

 Free bratwurst (first come, first served—while supplies last!)

 Fun games & entertainment for all ages

 A family-friendly (dry) event where everyone is welcome.

Hosted by your friendly neighbourhood Men’s Shed.

Come hungry, bring the family, and let’s celebrate community—Oktoberfest style!

Come wander through the crunchy leaves with the Ritchie Vibrant Streets Team!

Ritchie Community League is creating a Vibrant Streets Team! The team focuses on supporting improvements to street safety and vibrancy, and our first event is on October 4!

Starting location: benches at SE corner of 96 Street and 76 Avenue

Total distance: 4 km (approximately)

If you want to walk/roll and talk with cool folks from around the community who also love street safety, active infrastructure and transportation planning, please RSVP by emailing civics@ritchie-league.com. 

Looking for more details about the Vibrant Streets Team? Check out this form, and sign up to be a member!

Heads up: Your photo might be taken to use in future Ritchie Community League. Please inform a volunteer immediately if you have any concerns.

Crafternoon is an opportunity to hang out with likeminded crafters and work on your projects, maybe get some tips, and definitely get inspired!

Bring your favourite craft supplies or a project on the go. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away! There will be snacks, and friends new and old. Admission is "pay what you can", and this event is open to members and non-members of Ritchie.

Registration guarantees you a friendly reminder email a few days out, but is otherwise no obligation. Things come up, we get it!

Crafternoon is a low barrier way to spend some time creating for you, in a friendly and safe environment, with rad folks who also love crafting.

NEW THIS YEAR

Thanks for all your feedback over the years! We listened, and are implementing two changes for 2025!

• More frequent—watch for Crafternoon dates every 2 months

• We’ll have supplies for zine-making, collaging, card making! Just show up!

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• Any and all type of crafts and crafters; no special artistic experience required

• Folks who are looking for a craft community, and who value safe and accessible spaces.

• Crafters who want to get some work done on a project while they make a new friend.

WHAT TO BRING

• A mask; these are required in the crafting space to help keep us all safe

• Your own supplies or project to work on.

• Arts and crafts supplies for our Swap Table! You are welcome to take items from the table, even if you didn't bring any. Anything leftover at the end of the day will be donated to the Reuse Centre. No garbage please.

• We are an environmentally minded Community League, so we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle or cup.

• Cash or card, "pay what you can" admission is payable by either at the door (minimum $5).

Heads up: Your photo might be taken to use in future Ritchie Community League. Please inform a volunteer immediately if you have any concerns.

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for local beers, local snacks, and local music. Bring your neighbour!

September 27

CRIB NIGHT!!!

Details:

• Ritchie beers! Ritchie Sole, Hall Party, West Ritchie from our favourite breweries.

• Cider and premium mocktails

• Snacks for purchase - Lucy’s famous pizza buns and cheese buns (the latter exclusive to Ritchie)

• $5 admission at the door - price of admission includes one drink ticket for Ritchie resident members

• Music: no live music but chill tunes and bring your Crib board

Volunteer Opportunities

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Entry table for ticket and memberships and door watching

• Sell drinks and food

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events