The demand for good food and social connection doesn’t take a break. That’s why monthly support that The North Grove can count on makes all the difference, as we serve a community that counts on us .   Marian and Andrew have donated to The North Grove every month like clockwork for more than a decade. They love being a part of the Dartmouth community. As retired physicians, they both see immense value in The North Grove’s innovative approach to combatting food insecurity and building...

Our sous chef, Nathaniel led his first Food Demo this February! He showed us how to make a creamy, colourful, Caribbean-inspired pasta, in celebration of African Heritage Month.  With vibrant peppers and creamy cheese sauce, this pasta dish is basically happiness in a bowl. Bold flavours, bright vibes, and a whole lot of joy— that's the secret recipe!  Makes: 3-4 servings   Ingredients:    2 cups penne pasta (or any shape) ½ pound chicken  ½ pound shrimp  2 cloves garlic  3 tbsp white cheddar...

Play ties into every aspect of a child’s life - it’s physical, cognitive, social, and it's emotional.     “Play is everything to a child. It’s how they learn, it’s how they distinguish good from bad, it’s how they view the world. They can act out scenarios safely, and take risks,” says Maryann, The North Grove’s Child Development Coordinator.    “It’s how they build an awareness of themselves, and of others. They build social skills, and play helps them develop confidence and self-esteem,”...