Walkerville’s Village Market @84 on Main has quickly become a Saturday morning favourite, drawing many people with its lively atmosphere.

Among the many colourful stalls, one in particular has been turning heads: the Embrace Village stall, where every sale goes towards supporting vulnerable families in the area.

The stall offers a changing mix of handcrafted goods, bric-a-brac, and preloved treasures. Each item tells a story, and all proceeds go directly to helping mothers and caregivers involved with Embrace Village build stable, independent lives.

One of those mothers is Mama B, who now manages the stall. Her role has become both a livelihood and a learning experience.

“Running the stall has given me confidence,” she says. “It’s helping me build a future for my twin babies.”

She is often joined by Jennifer Rowe, a long-time teacher and elder in the community, and Thea Jarvis, the founding elder of Embrace Village. Their friendly presence and warm conversation add to the welcoming feel of the market.

“People don’t just come here to shop,” says Jennifer. “They come to connect, to hear stories, and to be part of something good.”

Embrace Village encourages visitors not only to browse and buy but also to stop for a chat and learn more about the work being done to strengthen families.

The stall has become a small but powerful example of how commerce and compassion can work hand in hand.

Donations are also welcome. Anyone clearing out cupboards or moving house can drop off good-quality preloved items at the stall.

“What someone no longer needs might become a new beginning for someone else,” said managing director Pippa Jarvis.

Residents are invited to visit the Village Market @84 on Main on Saturday to meet the team behind Embrace Village, find a unique treasure, and be part of Walkerville’s growing culture of care.

For more information or to donate, contact 011 948 7917 or email info@tlc.org.za