Still Moon Arts Society inspires vibrant and connected communities by creating artistic experiences and nurturing a passion for nature.
Our belief in the power of artistic experiences to move and engage people guides us as we bring together art, environment, and community in East Vancouver, with a specific focus on the Renfrew-Collingwood neighbourhood and Still Creek watershed.
Starting in 2004, we’ve used art to raise awareness and bring about positive change by inspiring & mobilizing the local community to restore Still Creek’s Renfrew Ravine from a neglected dumping ground to a place of natural beauty and educational opportunities.
Over the years, we’ve created dozens of community-engaged eco-art projects; hosted over 20 editions of the ‘Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival,’ an annual celebration of community, art and nature; led hundreds of accessible community art and nature workshops; and expanded our stewardship work to encompass much of the Still Creek Watershed (we are home to the Still Creek Streamkeepers).
Featured Events
Water Woman Remembers
Join us to celebrate World Water Day and contribute to a collaborative artwork.
Sip tea and join in a conversation about our relationship with water. Explore your creativity and take part in a natural dyeing experience using indigo plants.
We’ll work together to create a dress for a giant puppet named “Water Woman”. Each person will use melted wax to decorate part of the dress and dip it in indigo to make the image visible. The finished dress will be a vibrant tapestry of our collective stories and wishes for water.
Saturday
March 22
When: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Colour-Me-Local Dye Garden | Map
Renfrew Ravine Crossing – Ivy Haul
Help us steward the 27th Ave Crossing over Still Creek by removing invasive species like English ivy & holly. These species cover nearly 90% of the area. No experience needed — we’ll provide tools, gloves, and guidance for invasive removal. Just bring yourself, rain gear, and water!
This event is at Renfrew Ravine Park.
This event was moved from March 9, due to the atmospheric river event.
*New Date*
Saturday
March 29
When: 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Renfrew Ravine Park | Map
Dye a Silk Scarf with Fresh Flowers
Create a flower-printed silk scarf with fresh flowers.
We are always excited to host a natural dye class right where our dye materials are grown! Create a scarf printed with pigments from tulips and other spring blooms. Gain knowledge and experience with natural dye techniques and take home a beautiful creation.
We will work with beautiful handwoven tussar and eri silk scarves, which are large and lightweight.
Saturday
April 19
When: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Colour Me local Dye Garden | Map
Pro-D Day Camp: Art in the Garden
Join us for an exciting outdoor Pro-D day camp for kids ages 7-12!
Set in the lush natural dye garden next to Vancouver’s Renfrew Ravine, this day of outdoor fun lets kids explore nature through creative activities, including natural dyeing with flowers and needle felting. Kids will also have plenty of active time, learn about local plants and animals and connect with the natural world.
Monday
April 28
When: 9 AM – 3 PM
Where: Colour Me Local Dye Garden | Map
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Moon Festival
Learn about our signature festival: live music, dance and illuminated art along the forested banks of Still Creek.
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