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Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 1d

🍲 Thank you, Stratford! 🍲
We’ve been a bit quiet while cleaning up after Empty Bowls, but our hearts are full! Nearly $44 000 raised (minus expenses) to support Stratford House of Blessing!
Huge thanks to every restaurant, sponsor, musician, volunteer & guest who made it such a beautiful night.

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 13d

🥖 Freshly baked & perfectly paired!

Empty Bowls 2025 features breads from Downie St. Bakehouse, Taylor’s Delicatessen & Olive Your Favourites, and COBS Bread.

Join us Fri, Oct 24 (5–8 pm) at the Stratford Rotary Complex in support of Stratford House of Blessing.

🎟️ shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 13d

🍽️ Empty Bowls 2025 brings together Stratford’s best food, art & music for a great cause!

Featuring: Black Angus Bakery, The Local Community Food Centre & Wild Hog Country Market.

🎟️ Oct 24 | 5–8 pm | Stratford Rotary Complex
👉 shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 16d

🎶 Artist Spotlight: The Bannerman Brothers 🎶

Best known as the frontmen of Upside of Maybe, The Bannerman Brothers bring heartfelt storytelling, rich harmonies, and great energy to the Empty Bowls 2025 stage.

📅 Oct 24 | Stratford Rotary Complex
🎟️ shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 16d

💛 Huge thanks to our Platinum Plate Sponsor, Mark’s Stratford and Gold Fork Sponsor, MTE Consultants for helping make #EmptyBowls2025 possible!

Their generous support lets more proceeds go directly to our food bank programs.

🎟️ Oct 24 | shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 16d

🍲 Any one of these Stratford spots would make a great date night — why not try all three (and more) at Empty Bowls 2025?

⭐ Gilly’s Pubhouse
⭐ Foster’s Inn
⭐ Mercer Kitchen, Beer Hall & Hotel
🎟️ Fri Oct 24 | Stratford Rotary Complex
👉 shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 19d

🎉 Empty Bowls Auction Sneak Peek! 🎉

✈️ WestJet flight for 2 + Samsonite luggage
⚾ José Berríos signed baseball
🎭 Stratford Festival tickets
🌊 Niagara & Toronto attraction passes
🎨 Local art, ceramics, gift baskets & more!

🎟️ Oct 24 | Stratford Rotary Complex
👉 shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 20d

🌍 World Food Day reminds us that while some enjoy full tables, others face empty bowls.

Each handcrafted bowl at Empty Bowls 2025 is a symbol of both need and hope. Together, we can help fill every bowl. 🍲

🎟️ shob.org/empty-bowls

📅 Oct 24 | Stratford Rotary Complex

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 21d

🎶 Artist Spotlight: Lauren Neilson 🎶

We're excited to welcome Stratford’s own Lauren Neilson to the Empty Bowls stage!
A perfect date night of local food, music, and community spirit supporting Stratford House of Blessing.

📅 Fri Oct 24 | Stratford Rotary Complex
🎟️ Tickets: shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 22d

🍲 Looking for the perfect night out? #EmptyBowls2025 is your chance to sample food from multiple restaurants from Stratford, and beyond, including Campbell’s Canteen & Catering (St. Marys), Dave’s Diner (Sebringville) & Huron Shores Catering (Lucan).

🎟️ shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 27d

🎶 We’re excited to welcome Twas Now to the #EmptyBowls2025 stage!

This talented duo, Mike & Diana Erb, blend folk, roots & country influences with timeless harmonies and storytelling that connect deeply with every audience.

🎟️ See them live Oct 24 & get tickets: shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 27d

🍲 We’re kicking off our #EmptyBowls2025 restaurant highlights with Stratford favourites Bijou, 53 North, Soup Surreal, and Braai House — each bringing their signature flavour and heart to this year’s event.

🎟️ Get your tickets: shob.org/empty-bowls

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · 29d

We’re thrilled to share the lineup for Empty Bowls 2025! 🎉

On Oct 24, the Stratford Rotary Complex will come alive with food, art & music in support of Stratford House of Blessing.

🎶 See the full lineup & get tickets: shob.org/empty-bowls

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Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Oct 6

What an amazing few days for Stratford House of Blessing!

Ride for Refuge raised over $29,000, our Food Drive brought in 5,722 lbs of food, and the Hog Jog contributed $49,732 to key upgrades at SHOB.

Next up: Empty Bowls – Oct 24! 🥣

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Oct 3

🚴 Tomorrow’s the day! Ride For Refuge Stratford is here 🙌

We’re at 94% of our $25,000 goal—help push us over the top: rideforrefuge.org/location/stratford

Can’t wait to see our walkers, riders & volunteers tomorrow! 🍂

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Sep 26

Our Thanksgiving Food Drive is TOMORROW, 10am–3pm at Food Basics, No Frills & Zehrs.

Most-needed items:
Kids’ snacks
Small soups
Peanut butter
Canned meats
Side dishes
Mac & cheese
Veggies
Cereal

All non-perishables welcome. Thank you for supporting local families!

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Sep 25

🌟 Volunteers needed this fall! 🌟

🍎 Food Drive (Sept 27) – [email protected]

🚴 Ride for Refuge (Oct 4) – rideforrefuge.org/volunteer

🍲 Empty Bowls (Oct 24) – www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AAA...

Help us feed families & turn hunger into hope in Stratford!

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jul 21

📣 Calling all Stratford-area restaurants & caterers!

We’re bringing Empty Bowls back in-person Oct 24 & need amazing food partners to donate & serve soup, stew, bread, & desserts to help fight food insecurity.

Join us: [email protected]

Let’s fill bowls and hearts together!

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jul 7

📚 School’s out, but we’re already getting ready for Off to School Smiling 2025!

🎒Have new school supplies to donate? Drop them off Mon–Fri, 8:30–12:15 & 12:45–4:30.

Clients with kids in K–Gr.12 can register now for a free backpack:
🌐 shob.org/services
📞 519-273-3433

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jul 7

Have extra reusable bags? ♻️🛍️
We’d love to put them to good use at Stratford House of Blessing!
Drop-offs welcome:
🕗 Mon–Fri, 8:30–12:15 & 12:45–4:30

Your donation helps support our Food Bank + Emergency Programs! Thank you!🙌

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jul 2

Ride for Refuge is happening Oct. 4 and we’re looking for Team Captains to lead the charge!🚴‍♀️

Gather your crew & raise funds for Stratford House of Blessing—supporting food access + vital services for those in need.

👉Register: en.rideforrefuge.org/location/str...

#Ride25 #RideForRefuge

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jun 30

📣 TOMORROW! Join us for #CanadaDay 🇨🇦

📍 Market Square (1–4pm)
🎉 Parade (6–7pm)

We’re collecting:
🥫 Non-perishable food
💵 Cash (and card at Market Square)

📘 $5 “Capture the Flag” Flipbooks for sale (Market Square only)

Let’s celebrate our country by caring for our community! ❤️🤍

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jun 27

🍁 Catch us this Tuesday at Market Square (afternoon) & in the Canada Day Parade (evening)!

We’re collecting food & funds to fight food insecurity—and selling $5 “Capture the Flag” Flipbooks 🇨🇦 featuring a patriotic poem by Howard Minett.

Looking forward to seeing your Canadian spirit and support!

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Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jun 24

You can:
✅ Visit before/after the 14–18
✅ Book food delivery: shob.org/get-food
✅ Visit other local food banks:

📍 Salvation Army – Mon & Wed, 9:30–11:45 & 1:30–4:40
📍 St. James Anglican – Tues, 9:30–11:00
📍 Avondale United – Fri, 1:00–2:30

Call us if you need help!

Stratford House of Blessing Food Bank @stratfordhob.bsky.social · Jun 24

🛠️ We’re making improvements! Thanks to the 2025 Access Grant from @foodbankscanada.bsky.social, Stratford House of Blessing will be painting our intake & food bank areas July 14–18.

That week, no on-site visits—but support is still available! 👇

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