At the Conservatory

Some days sparkle a little brighter—and Tuesday, 30 September was one of them.

At the Conservatory in Rosebank, Market Day brought together three incredible organizations—Sally's Protective Workshop, Little Eden, and Bethany Home—for a celebration of creativity, courage, and community. The building was alive with music, and the unmistakable energy of people doing what they love.

From the moment the music started playing. and the dance steps hit the ground, you could feel it was going to be special. Sally’s Workshop opened with a choreographed dance and singing by their talented performers, followed by a poetry reading that was both moving and empowering.

“From handwoven bags to original artwork and more, every item on the tables was crafted with care and pride. Potted succulents and freshly grown vegetables added a touch of green to the scene. Just a few steps away, the delicious smell of hotdogs filled the air, prepared by the beneficiaries of Sally’s Workshop. Through these micro-enterprises the workshop’s beneficiaries are able to earn an income, making the project sustainable and helping to support the running of the workshop.”

And that wasn’t all. Little Eden and Bethany Home brought their own magic to the day. From homegrown pecan nuts to beautifully handmade laptop bags, salt scrubs, and more the diversity of products reflected the diversity of the people behind them.

Market Day was a chance for beneficiaries to put their skills into action—selling products they’ve made, building confidence, and learning what it’s like to run a small business. These micro-enterprises will continue to be nurtured and developed beyond the day itself, but this first step—filled with practice, learning, and even a little seed money—was a powerful beginning.

Stay tuned throughout November as we share more about each of these incredible organizations and the inspiring work they do.