The Bridge Land for Learning

11/06/2025

One of the highlights of our Winter Garden is the Children’s Store, a cherished Winter Garden tradition!

Each year, we host a special shop just for children, filled with small, handcrafted treasures made with love by our families. It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to pick up gifts for their family (and a little something for themselves).

Think seashells, painted pinecones, origami, tiny felted animals, painted stones, or self-hardening clay ornaments.

The magic is twofold; children find as much joy in creating these treasures as they do in choosing them!

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Winter Garden: Seasonal Magic
Saturday, November 29th • 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Bridge Land for Learning – 730 Whitevale Rd, Lumby

10/30/2025

10/29/2025

One of the highlights of our Winter Garden is the Magical Puppet Show.

Waldorf puppet shows weave a quiet kind of magic. With soft music, candlelight, and lovingly handmade puppets, familiar stories come to life in a way that feels both wondrous and deeply soothing. Gentle gestures and poetic words invite children into a dreamlike world where imagination awakens and the heart is touched. In this tender atmosphere, stories unfold not just before the eyes, but within the soul.

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Winter Garden: Seasonal Magic
Saturday, November 29th • 11:00 am – 3:00 pm�The Bridge Land for Learning – 730 Whitevale Rd, Lumby

10/10/2025

In the early years, we build the foundation for creative thinking. Through rich storytelling, open-ended play, and artistic expression, children develop the imaginative capacities that will later become innovation, empathy, and original thinking.

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09/16/2025

Fall Work Parties – Many Hands Make Light Work!

Join us as we roll up our sleeves and get our campus ready for the year ahead. Work parties are a wonderful way to care for our beautiful environment while connecting as a community. Children are welcome to join under parent supervision.

Bring gloves, water, and snacks. Rain or shine—we’ll make it fun together!

Upcoming Dates:
- Friday, Sept. 19 – Schoolhouse garden beds
- Friday, Oct. 3 – Fall clean up
- Saturday, Oct. 18 – Firewood splitting (with the Forest Action Team)

Sign up with the link below or contact Paul: facilities@bridgeeducational.org if you need alternative arrangements.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0B49AEAF2CABFE3-58583546-fall #/

09/16/2025

We extend our warmest thanks to the Village Of Lumby for their generous donation of wood fibre for our playgrounds. Their contribution helps us keep our outdoor spaces safe and inviting for our children to learn and play.

We are especially grateful for the continued support of Bo Sash Contracting for the delivery of this material and for the many ways they have assisted our campus over the years.

A special thank you goes to Conrad from Bo Sash Contracting, whose dependability and generosity have been vital to our community. From excavation and snow clearing to sanding during icy conditions and addressing facilities emergencies, Conrad’s commitment has left a lasting mark on our school.

We are genuinely grateful to be part of such a compassionate and supportive community—thank you for helping us nurture a vibrant environment for our children.

09/15/2025

Bridge Educational Society AGM

When: Thursday, September 18, 2025 • 7:00 PM
Where: Via Zoom

The Bridge Educational Society will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, September 18th at 7:00 PM. For a Zoom invitation and details, please message us.

Why Your Attendance Matters

As part of your annual Administrative Fee, your family maintains a membership with The Bridge Educational Society (BES)—the registered charity that runs Okanagan Waldorf School and The Early Years Centre. Each family is entitled to one vote, and a 50% membership attendance is needed to meet the quorum. Your participation helps ensure the Society can carry on its vital work.

The AGM is a straightforward meeting and a valuable opportunity to:

- Ask questions
- Hear updates from the Board of Trustees and committees
- Learn more about the initiatives and stewardship of the Society

About The Bridge Educational Society

The BES is a not-for-profit organization that manages all activities on our Bridge Land for Learning Campus, including Okanagan Waldorf School, The Early Years Centre, and the Community Garden. The Board of Trustees—composed of educators, parents, and community members—collaborates with school leadership to uphold our mission, oversee financial and legal matters, and ensure adherence to our bylaws and objectives.

(As required by the BC Societies Act, the AGM must be held within six months of our fiscal year-end.)

Thank you for your commitment to our community and for supporting the ongoing work of the Bridge Educational Society!

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09/06/2025

Now Enrolling: Buttercup Preschool & Okanagan Waldorf School Kindergarten

At Bridge Land for Learning, young children are welcomed into the wonder of Waldorf early childhood education, where play, rhythm, story, and nature form the foundation for lifelong learning.

Buttercup Preschool (ages 3–5)
Half-day, part-time program (Thursdays & Fridays, 8:30–12:30), beginning Sept. 11, running until June 12. A gentle, mostly outdoor rhythm with free play, circle, seasonal stories, and a warm, nourishing meal.

Kindergarten (ages 4–6)
Full-day, 5-day program that carries children through the seasons with beauty, purpose, and care — weaving play, songs, stories, handwork, and outdoor exploration into every day.

Both programs honour childhood with reverence and joy, nurturing imagination, social confidence, and a love of learning.

Contact us: info@bridgeeducational.org
250-547-9212
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Give your child the gift of a Waldorf beginning — spaces are limited!

06/21/2025

The countdown is on — only 6 days left until our Sounds of Summer outdoor concert featuring the incredible Shalisa! We can’t wait to share this special evening of live music, community, and fun with you on Friday, June 27th at 6:30 PM.

Buy your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sounds-of-summer-with-shalisa-tickets-1304346137409

Here’s a quick reminder of what’s in store:

- A powerhouse pop-country performance by Shalisa
- Delicious eats from a local food truck - Kamui Japanese Curry!
- A fully stocked bar and concession
- Exciting door prizes from amazing local businesses
- A chance to support The Bridge Educational Society

Tickets are still available! If you haven’t secured yours yet, now’s the time before they run out!

Event Details:
📅 Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
🕡 Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM. Music starts at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $30 (19+ event)
🪑 Don’t forget to bring your own blanket or chair!

We look forward to seeing you there for an unforgettable night of music and community spirit!

Welcome to the Sounds of Summer Outdoor Concert Fundraiser.

06/17/2025

We honour the natural rhythms of growth, allowing children to develop socially, emotionally, and academically at a pace that’s right for them. Rather than rushing through milestones, we protect the joy of childhood—because deep roots take time to grow strong.

Now accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year.

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