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A little sunshine on a rainy November day

The rain couldn’t dampen the mood at 544 Bridgeport on Saturday, November 15. Tenants gathered for an afternoon tea to celebrate the gardens they’ve cared for all year, including the Bridgeport Butterfly Garden — recently highlighted in the City of Kitchener’s LoveMyHood blog.

Guests enjoyed a slideshow of photos showing how the gardens have grown and changed through the seasons. It was also the perfect moment to reveal the winners of this year’s photo contest. Residents captured their favourite garden moments, and a panel of judges selected the winning images for a 2026 calendar. The top three will appear on the front and back covers.

During the party, guests voted on which photo should represent each month, adding a fun, interactive touch to the celebration. With mugs of Earl Grey, peppermint and other teas — plus a table of homemade squares — the afternoon felt relaxed, bright and full of pride for a space that brings the building together.

Table covered with a white cloth holding teapots, cups, treats, and a large drink dispenser, set up for a community tea gathering beside a bright window.
Three residents sit at a round table with teacups and snacks, smiling and waving toward the camera during a community event.
An older woman in a light blue hoodie and black fascinator sits beside an older man wearing glasses and a Beyond Housing cap.
An older couple sits at a round table with tea cups, treats, and voting sheets in front of them during the garden photo contest.
A tiered serving stand holds an assortment of dessert squares on a floral tablecloth.
Residents sit at round tables enjoying tea and treats while watching a slideshow in a bright community room.
Two women smile warmly as one wraps her arms around the other in a friendly hug.
Woman standing at a table sorting dried plant material into a plastic bin during a gardening activity.
Woman crouches on the floor holding up sections of completed beadwork a detailed owl design.
Three residents sit around a round table with teacups while a garden photo slideshow plays on the screen behind them.
Woman in a blue shirt holds a small Yorkshire terrier wearing a red harness, looking toward the camera.
Table decorated with teapots, a French press, and a floral candle arrangement with small glowing tea lights.