Our Community Garden Has Sprouted!

We’re happy to share that our community garden at John Abel Park has officially taken root! Thanks to the care and effort of the Social Action Committee and dedicated volunteers, the garden is now home to kale, peppers, cilantro, green beans, eggplants, and tomatoes — all of which will be donated to the Aurora Food Pantry.

This garden is more than just plants — it’s a space for connection, care, and community-building. We’re grateful to everyone who helped prepare the soil, plant the seeds, and bring this beautiful initiative to life.

Take a look at the “before” photos below!

We look forward to welcoming more hands and hearts in the weeks ahead as we continue tending to the garden together.

Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with the Bahá’í Community of Aurora!

As Bahá’ís, we believe that the equality of women and men is essential to the advancement of society. More than a century ago, Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, proclaimed the equal status of women and men—a teaching that continues to inspire efforts toward social justice and progress. His son, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, reinforced this vision, stating:

“The world of humanity has two wings—one is women and the other men. Not until both wings are equally developed can the bird fly. Should one wing remain weak, flight is impossible.”

The Bahá’í Community of Aurora warmly invites you to join us for a meaningful and inspiring celebration of International Women’s Day 2025! This global occasion honours the remarkable contributions of women in all aspects of society—social, intellectual, cultural, and economic. It is a time to celebrate progress, recognize challenges, and come together in unity and appreciation.

This year’s celebration is a special opportunity to reflect on the achievements of women around the world, share stories of empowerment, and inspire positive change for the future. 

Event Details:

📅 Date: Saturday, March 8th, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Aurora Senior Centre, 90 John West Way, Aurora

This free community event is open to everyone—men, women, and youth alike. We encourage you to bring your friends, family, and neighbors to take part in this celebration of progress and unity.

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

Come out to our Youth Gathering this Sunday (May 26)

Youth between the ages of 15-26 years old are welcome to join and invite their friends to this afternoon of games, music, fun, and discussion!

Date and Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm on Sunday, May 26, 2024

Location: Aurora Leisure Centre, 135 Industrial Pkwy – Youth Loft 2nd level

Food and refreshments will be provided.

Take 10 seconds to fill out this form to register and inform us of any dietary restrictions.

See you there!

#OurStoryIsOne Campaign Continues to Honour the 10 Women Executed in Shiraz

As we look back on June 18th, 1983, we remember the somber anniversary of the execution of ten Bahá’í women in Shiraz, Iran. It has been forty years since these brave women were tragically put to death for their unwavering commitment to their faith. Their legacy lives on, inspiring countless individuals around the world.

We are proud to share the news of a global campaign that the Bahá’í International Community has recently launched in honour of these remarkable women. The campaign, named #OurStoryIsOne, aims to commemorate the lives of the ten executed women. Through this initiative, we hope to shed light on their story and bring attention to the enduring struggle for gender equality that women from diverse faiths and backgrounds in Iran have faced over the course of many decades—a struggle that persists even today.

In a recent article published by Aurora Banner, Parisa Sabet, a local resident, shares her memories of that time from the perspective of a child observing her parents before, during, and after the executions. Her father’s cousin, Akhtar Sabet, was one of the 10 women who were executed. She recalls:

“You didn’t hear a voice. Nobody was talking,’ she said. ‘I don’t remember anyone crying, which was really strange. Now that I think about it, it’s mostly because this was something that everybody was expecting. They were trying to stay strong.'”

Laura Broadley, “‘They were trying to stay strong’: Aurora resident remembers relative executed in Iran 40 years ago”, Aurora Banner, August 13, 2022.

Screenshot of article as it appears on the York Region website.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE.

Find Our Booth at the Aurora Street Festival 2023!

Step into a world of joy, unity, and vibrant experiences for all ages. Witness the magic as children’s faces light up with delight through enchanting face paintings and engaging activities. Discover the values that the Baha’i Community of Aurora holds dear, and explore how we can all contribute to a brighter future.

Mark your calendars: Sunday, June 4, 2023

Find us at Booth #301/303, between Church Street and Kennedy St East.

You can also help keep our parks clean by joining our litter pick-up crew at Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Park at 8:30am, and walk together to the festival!

You can find more information, i.e. festival map on the Aurora Chamber of Commerce website.

Let’s create cherished memories and build a stronger, more connected community. See you there!

Aurora Street Festival 2022
©Baha’i Community of Aurora 2022

Baha’is of Aurora participate in Diaperama Event for Young Mothers

Last week, the Baha’is of Aurora were thrilled to have been invited to contribute to Diaperama, an incredible donation event hosted by Rose of Sharon. Rose of Sharon is a remarkable not-for-profit organization located in Newmarket, that provides essential support and educational services to prenatal and parenting young women across York Region.

The Baha’i Community recognizes the vital importance of supporting our fellow community members in need, especially during these challenging times. By contributing to Diaperama, we were able to help make a difference in the lives of young mothers and their children who are in need of critical resources.

We were delighted to be a part of such a worthy cause and to contribute to an organization that provides such essential support to the community. We look forward to continuing to support Rose of Sharon and other organizations that work tirelessly to make a positive impact in the world around us.

Coldest Night of the Year!

“It’s cold out there. And together we are going to do something about it.”

Last Friday evening, together with tens of thousands of Canadians across the country, members of the Aurora Baha’i Community walked for an hour and raised funds to support and serve people and families experiencing homelessness, hurt, and hunger in our community.

You can find out more about other Coldest Night of the Year success stories here.