Community Conversations


ACALA's Lunch and Learn series is supported by the Municipality of Antigonish and is aimed at increasing awareness of services offered in Antigonish, and highlighting the lived experiences of people in our community. Each month, we will add a summary of each event. 


October 2026
January 2026
December 2025

Global Festivals - Universal Symbol of Light, Family and Friends, Food Cultures & Traditions, Stories

This ACALA Lunch & Learn session gathered a few community members to share the stories, meanings, foods,symbols, and personal experiences behind five global festivals celebrated across cultures and traditions. Presentersspoke about their traditions, childhood memories, stories behind these festivals, and their lived practice inAntigonish — offering glimpses into family life, history, and community belonging.

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October 2025