June Mood '25

Looking for fun Father’s Day ideas? Our June Mood is your go-to guide for cool gifts, must-watch shows, tasty food, and activities that bring the good vibes. Whether you're planning something big or just keeping it chill, we've rounded up plenty of ways to make Father’s Day a blast.

Rusty House
Named Rusty House after its reddish-brown exterior, features a striking side extension to the modest end-of-terrace house, creating a new landmark on the corner of Peckham's Bellenden Road in South London. The weathered steel cladding was pre-treated to accelerate the development of its rusty patina, harmoniously blending in with both the brick in the existing structure and the conservation area within it resides in. We love how this thoughtful addition not only respects the architectural heritage of the neighbourhood but also enriches its character in a bold yet sensitive way.
Read more about the project here

Carraig Ridge House
Saunders Architecture has created a  striking Y-shaped home clad in corten steel, located in the design forward community of Carraig Ridge, near Calgary, Alberta. The structures steel exterior developes protective patina of rust on its surface, giving the building an earthy, organic quality. This exterior contrasts beautifully with the serene interior palette of white walls, light toned wood ceiling and floors, and black metal frames holding the floor to ceiling glazing. The result is a sophisticated blend of raw materiality and refined minimalism — where architecture meets the natural world in a quietly dramatic way.
Learn more about the design community and house here

Dan Climan
Depicting everyday scenes with an underlying uncanniness, Dan Climan is an Emily Carr graduate located in Vancouver, who explores the tension between the familiar and the unknown. Drawing inspiration from mid-century cinema, photography, and advertising, Climan's paintings evoke the era's non-digital simplicity with flat, clean-edge forms and wide-open compositions. The sparse canvases are populated with common objects and nostalgic figures, inviting viewers into a world that feels both distant and eerily recognizable — like a memory you can't quite place.
View their work here

Lara Messina
A self-taught abstract expressionist, Lara Messina creates work that exists in a constant dialogue between emotion, memory, and form. Using mixed media, she builds compositions through layers of texture, colours, and lines, resulting in a piece that feel spontaneous and deeply considered. Each visual is a personal narrative transformed into abstract landscapes, inviting viewers to engage with their own interpretations and emotional responses. Messina's works are not only visually compelling — they also offer a powerful way to elevate and personalize minimalist, white-walled interiors.
See more here



Balsamic Strawberry Ricotta Crostini
Strawberry picking season is just around the corner! Wondering what to do with all those extra berries? Try this easy and delicious Balsamic Strawberry Ricotta Crostini. The tangy, sweet-tart notes of balsamic vinegar enhance the strawberries’ natural sweetness, while a light sprinkle of sugar and freshly cracked black pepper intensifies their vibrant flavour. Spread over creamy ricotta and finished with a touch of lemon zest and fresh mint, each bite is bright, refreshing, and full of summer. Perfect as a light appetizer or a beautiful addition to your brunch table!
Find the recipe here

Bourbon Rosemary Punch
Trying to impress the men in your life on fathers day? This fresh and bright Bourbon Rosemary Punch will have everyone asking for more! Infused with fragrant rosemary and the zesty brightness of grapefruit, this festive punch strikes the perfect balance between bold and refreshing. It’s a spirited way to toast the day and elevate your celebration with something a little unexpected.
Find the recipe here



Material Ghosts
Material Ghosts showcases the work of four artists who breathe new life into found and reclaimed materials. Through textiles, wood, ink, paper, sand, bones, wool, beads, and performance, former histories are evoked to create new narratives. The works speak about our relationship to the discarded and the forgotten, exploring themes of decay, renewal, and persistence. The Showcase opens on Friday, June 13, from 5–8 PM at 226 Main St Gallery, Fortune Block. It will be open to the public on Wednesdays-Fridays 11 AM-2 PM, and Saturdays and Sundays from 12–4 PM, featuring works by artists Tricia E. Brock, Suzie Smith, Tricia Wasney, and Seema Goel.
Check out the gallery here

Make Your Own Kubb Game
Still searching for the perfect personalized gift for Dad? Look no further—this DIY Kubb game is a thoughtful and fun idea he’ll truly appreciate! Customize each piece with hand-painted designs inspired by the things he loves—whether it’s his favourite hobby, sport, or inside jokes. Then head outside, play together, and create lasting memories while enjoying a game made with love.
Check out the DIY craft here



Stick
End Father's Day on a high note with Stick, a new TV series starring Owen Wilson. When over-the-hill ex-golfer, fired from his job, sees hope in coaching a troubled teen prodigy after his wife leaves him, staking his future on the youth's success. Uplifting, funny, and full of heart, Stick is a story about resilience, mentorship, and the unexpected ways we find family.
Watch the trailer here