Connecting the Community

In this engaging conversation, Marj Andre interviews Graham Giancola, a young media enthusiast from Richmond Hill. Graham shares his unique background, including his adoption from Georgia, (the country) and his journey into the world of YouTube and media education. He discusses his experiences in radio and television broadcasting, the evolution of content creation, and his upcoming music release that celebrates 2000s culture. The conversation also touches on the importance of community and personal connections in his life. Check out Graham's creations: YouTube: Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/@grahamgiancola6477 "Vibin With G": https://www.youtube.com/@vibinwithg1182 Da Cuzzins!" https://www.youtube.com/@dacuzzins2952 Twitter/X: https://x.com/gcglego14?s=21 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gman_rh_02?igsh=MWxwMzV5anBqZTYwcQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

In this podcast episode, Marj Andre interviews Michael Freethy, marketing manager with the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, discussing the upcoming 25-26 season. They reflect on the previous season's successes and challenges, including ticket sales and audience engagement. Michael shares insights into the marketing strategies behind the promotional materials and the process of selecting shows for the season. The conversation highlights various series, including the Canadian series, Icon series, Rock series, and Family series, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and the role of memberships. They also touch on the TIFF film circuit and its impact on local cinema culture, concluding with Michael's appreciation for the community's support of the arts. 25.26 RHCPA Presents

In this podcast, Marj Andre interviews Lucy Gray about the upcoming Compassionate Action Conference, which aims to unite various sectors to promote compassion globally. They discuss the conference's structure, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and the importance of community engagement. Lucy shares her background with the Charter for Compassion and emphasizes the need for collaboration across different fields to foster a compassionate world. Check it out The Compassionate Action Conference

In this podcast, Marj Andre interviews Michael Frankfort about the upcoming live music event at Archibald's Pub featuring his band, No Class, and another band called The Same. They discuss the formation of No Class, the differences between the two bands, the significance of the event for the community, and the creative process behind their music. Michael shares insights on audience reactions, his favorite songs, and the importance of music education, while also expressing his love for the Richmond Hill community. For information about the event Turn It Up – A Night of Live Rock at Archibald’s | OnRichmondHill

Jim Lang expresses himself in many ways, particularly as an author and broadcaster. Check out his books Jim Lang | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster You can hear him on The Morning Show – 105.9 The Region On May 15th, 2025 he will be at the Richmond Hill Central Library Toronto Legends Podcast presents: An Evening with Jim Lang | Events | Richmond Hill Public Library

This is part two of the conversation with Kory Livingstone. We talk about how he makes his custom-made songs and his motivational musical keynotes. Here is the first podcast Music motivates To find out more http://www.korylivingstone.com/

Orvin Lao has just been with this church for 5 months. He welcomes you to this beautiful place. Light On The Hill Orvin can be reached at [email protected]

Artist Tazeen Qayyum has a provocative art installation at the Central Library (until June 1). Patterns of red cockroaches. Hear her talk about her work and the meaning of this symbol. Here is her website Tazeen Qayyum Check out the art installation in the Glass Cases at the Central Library entrance Tazeen Qayyum "In the Shadows" Art Installation | OnRichmondHill

Musicologist and choir director, John Holland, talks about the music and the practicing for Chorus York's next concert, Voices of Spring. The concert date is May 10th, 7:30 pm Concerts | Chorus York And check out John's website John Holland - Baritone, Conductor, Musicologist

Marj listens to Kory tell his story of becoming a musician. He's now using music to motivate you move forward. To find out more http://www.korylivingstone.com/ Check out his tunes on Spotify

Here's his web site Joshua Sideris - People's Party of Canada

Here's her website Juni Yeung - Candidate in Richmond Hill South for the Canadian Future Party

Here's her web site Yan For MP

Here's her web site Alison Lam – Green Party Of Canada

Here's his web site Majid Jowhari

Here's his web site Ebrahim Astaraki « Canada's NDP

Here is Tom Muench's web site Tom Muench – Green Party Of Canada

See her website for more information. leah Taylor Roy

Marj reached out to the 7 candidates in this riding. These are the questions asked: What is your vision for Canada? What are your concerns with Trump’s tariff policies? And are there particular concerns for Richmond Hill? How does your party wish to see the Canadian arctic developed and defended? How does your party plan on addressing the challenges of climate change? How would you rate the threats of cyber-attacks? What resources should be allocated to cyber security? There is a real shortage of housing. Do you support the federal government building some form of housing? Journalism can be regarded as essential to democracy. Your thoughts? What is your opinion of CBC? Seven Fun facts about the candidates Do you speak other languages? Are you a good cook? Would you prefer your laundry detergent to smell like lavender or lemon? What do you consider a better pet – a cat or a dog? Are you an earlier riser or a night owl? Name three of your favourite places to visit in Canada. Do you prefer to sit in the front of the bus or the back of the bus? 6 of the 7 candidates responded (the Conservative candidate did not) Here is the order and the time the candidate begins their responses Majid Jowhari - Liberal Party of Canada Ebrahim Astarak - New Democratic Party - starting at 19:25 mark Alison Lam - Green Party of Canada - starting at 31:33 mark Joshua Sideris - People's Party of Canada - starting at 48:22 mark Juni Yeung - Canadian Future Party - starting at 1:06:40 mark Yan Wang - Independent - starting at 1:23:39 mark

Marj reached out to the 4 candidates in this riding. Leah Taylor Roy (Liberal) and Tom Muench (Green Party) responded. These are the questions asked: What is your vision for Canada? What are your concerns with Trump’s tariff policies? And are there particular concerns for Richmond Hill? How does your party wish to see the Canadian arctic developed and defended? How does your party plan on addressing the challenges of climate change? How would you rate the threats of cyber-attacks? What resources should be allocated to cyber security? There is a real shortage of housing. Do you support the federal government building some form of housing? Journalism can be regarded as essential to democracy. Your thoughts? What is your opinion of CBC? Seven Fun facts about the candidates Do you speak other languages? Are you a good cook? Would you prefer your laundry detergent to smell like lavender or lemon? What do you consider a better pet – a cat or a dog? Are you an earlier riser or a night owl? Name three of your favourite places to visit in Canada. Do you prefer to sit in the front of the bus or the back of the bus? Tom Muench's responses begin at the 22.37 mark

Marj talks with David West about his recent trip to the Hannover Messe tradeshow in Germany. A Richmond Hill business, Maple Advanced Robotics, won a major award. David was telling a lot of people that Richmond Hill is a great place to set up a business.

Marj talks to Dallas Parkhurst, one of the gardeners up at the Forster Collective Garden at Phyllis Rawlinson Park. He loves what he grows and is happy good food given to the food bank. Click HERE for more information and to apply to have one of the remaining plots

Marj talks with quilters Sandra Vessel and Martha Schellingerhoud from the Region of York Quilters Guild. What really is a quilt? What makes a good quilt? Their 40th Anniversary Quilt Show is April 26th & 27th. Check out all of the details of this event and find out more about their guild. Region of York Quilters Guild

Marj talked with Wendy, the owner of Archibald's. It started back in 1988. Some great memories are there. An extensive menu, which Wendy keeps tweaking. Check out the web site Discover the Best Pub in Richmond Hill: Archibald's - Archibalds Pub Richmond Hill's First Pub And here's their lineup: Monday: Trivia Night at 7:30 PM Friday: Karaoke at 10:00 PM Saturday: Live music at 10:00 PM Sunday: Painting Night – check the website for more details

Marj Andre talks with Tevi Mandel, the general manager of Richmond Hill TopSports. They've recently expanded into Richmond Hill. There is a real focus on the youth learning more than one sport - not just hockey but soccer and lacrosse. TOP Sports | Home Tevi can be reached at [email protected]

Find out how you can donate your old electronics so that they can get reused or recycled : How to donate your electronics to Earthly Bros for donation to the ERA – Earthly Alex For more information, contact Alex and Sam at [email protected] .

Sarah tells her story, and her founding of Miskwaadesi Studio. She would love for you to join her at the library to connect and learn a craft. Email [email protected] Webpage: www.miskwaadesi.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miskwaadesi.studio/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahloretta/ Discover Sarah's workshops in the Library Program Guide | Richmond Hill Public Library

Richa tells her story of becoming a franchise owner of Nurse Next Door and gives some advice for staying well. Here's the franchise's web site 24/7 Home Care Services | Skilled & Non Skilled | Nurse Next Door Meet Richa Richmond Hill - 24 Hour Senior Home Care & Elder Nursing Care Read about Bold Kindness

Janet Fournier invites you to her web site, Temperanceville Church, and performances janetfournier.ca or listeningroom.ca To Read about Calming Notes: https://www.janetfournier.ca/general-4 Upcoming events: St. Patrick's Dinner and Music Temperanceville United Church. Saturday March 15 "Calming Notes" a Toronto Waldorf School Fundraiser Event. April 3rd, 2025 7:30pm. Contact: Jennifer Deathe [email protected] "Connecting With Your Nervous System: The Beginning to Feeling Better" March 28th (7-9pm) and March 30th (9:30am - 3:30pm): An 8-hour workshop gathering at the Corner Spa in Stouffville. A soulful setting where we will explore the path toward a more regulated nervous system in a supportive community environment. And check out Temperanceville United Church

Club president, Kathrine Mabley tells us about the many celebrations this year, including an open house on March 25th. Check out their website Oak Ridges Lions Club - Lions e-Clubhouse And Lions Clubs International

Priti Ruparel, the Small Business Consultant, with the City of Richmond Hill’s Small Business Entreprise Centre tells us about this weeklong event that celebrates the achievements of women entrepreneurs, empowers them to overcome challenges, and equips them with tools to thrive in their entrepreneurial journeys!! Check out all that is offered www.richmondhill.ca/IWD If you wanted to ask about attending the StrikeUP Conference 2025 Live Viewing Party please send Priti an email [email protected]. Or if you have other questions about the event or starting a business in Richmond Hill please reach out to her. Here is the event listing for the Saturday, March 8th Small Business Marketplace and Nowruz Celebration

The Ontario Provincial Election is February 27th. The 2 candidates that found the time to do an interview and answer questions that were previously sent to them are Roozbeh Farhadi | Candidate in Richmond Hill Raymond Bhushan Ontario's New Democrats « Ontario NDP For information for voting in this election please check out this Elections Ontario link Election - Elections Ontario

The Ontario Provincial Election is February 27th. The 2 candidates that found the time to do an interview and answer questions that were previously sent to them are Jason Cherniak - Liberal Party Jason Cherniak for Aurora - Oak Ridges - Richmond Hill | Naila Saeed - NDP NAILA SAEED For information for voting in this election please check out this Elections Ontario link Election - Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill - Elections Ontario

Celine and Marj share travel experiences, including trips to Azores and Newfoundland. Celine is an experienced travel agent and loves to share her knowledge. Celine can be contacted at [email protected] 905 737-7774 Here are her websites www.travelupinc.ca Vacations, Cruises, Tours, Flights & More! | Travel Up Here's Marj's photos from Azores Azores 2016 | Flickr

Dr. Kavita Gupta provides lots of information about wisdom teeth. Why we have them. Why they can be a problem, but only for some. Kavita can be contacted through Red House Dental's website Red House Dental | Ontario

Marney Beck Robinson is the Public Engagement Liaison with Elections Ontario for the Richmond Hill riding. She is working to get more people out to vote in this upcoming election. You don't need to just go to the polls on February 27th. If you have questions for her, please reach out to [email protected] For more information including job opportunities please visit www.elections.on.ca Are you wondering if you live in the riding? Click HERE for the riding of Richmond Hill Click HERE for the riding of Aurora Oak Ridges Richmond Hill

RHPO conductor, Dr. Jessica Kun, and musician and former Lion King performer, George St. Kitts, come together to perform this amazing music. In this podcast they talk about their musical careers and share why they love this music. The concert is Feb. 15, 2025, 8 pm at the Richmond Hill Centre for Performing Arts. Click HERE to purchase tickets. Check out St. Kitts Music

"Sprechen Sie Deutsch?" Did you know there is an active community of students, parents and teachers learning and teaching German in Richmond Hill? It's been around for almost 70 years! Vanessa, Lars and Susanne were happy to share their experiences. German Language Education | German School Toronto To contact the Richmond Hill school please email [email protected]

Leah address three things: the choosing of the next leader of the Federal Liberal Party what currently is happening in Ottawa how we're dealing with Trump She is really concerned about misinformation. Here's her web site Leah Taylor Roy

Jennifer Cittidani from Enbridge Gas talks about which products and services can be provided, at no cost, to eligible residents. More info here Home Winterproofing Program (HWP) | Ontario | Enbridge Gas

Doug Elliott, one of the co-chairs of the 56th Annual Richmond Hill Winter Carnival, talks about all the fun things to do. A great family event! Saturday February 1st & Sunday February 2nd. The weather should be perfect! www.wintercarnival.net Richmond Hill Winter Carnival Facebook

Jason Cherniak is the provincial liberal candidate for Aurora Oak Ridges Richmond Hill riding. He had thought there'd be more time to get out in the community but the election was called today (Jan. 24th). He does know the community well. Jason can be reached at [email protected] His web site is http://LiberalJason.ca

Dr. Galina Boiarintseva gives us the long history of Niagara University. The Niagara University of Ontario is located on Hwy 7 & Jane. It has just expanded and is offering relevant graduate and post baccalaureate programs. Check it out NU Ontario Is Private University Offering Graduate & Post-baccalaureate Programs

Simon Cui, Richmond Hill Ward 4 councillor, grew up in China and can tell us all about this celebration. And he says we don't have to be worried about snakes. They can turn into dragons! Simon can be reached at: 437-326-0206 [email protected] Here's his website- https://simoncui.ca If you are a Richmond Hill Ward 4 resident, consider signing up for his newsletter.

Dr. Jenny Cheong knows music and loves to teach and perform. She talks about the uniqueness of cello music and what are some of the good local venues to experience music. Here is her web site Jenny Cheong

Rob Livingstone, one of the Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame board members, talks about sports, the Sports Hall of Fame, and the new inductees. He is excited about this event happening January 30th. Click HERE to order your ticket. And check out the Sports Hall of Fame - City of Richmond Hill

Deep feelings of abandonment, a segregated mentality... some of thing things Cheron Van Beek needed to face to come to a better place. Listen to her journey. Find out more and follow her on Facebook www.facebook.com/cheron.vanbeek

Felipe Zurita Quintana shares his thoughts on what the Charter for Compassion's 40 Days of Peace. It comes out of the celebration of the January 15th Martin Luther King Jr. Day Check out all the offerings of this year's 40 Days of Peace 2025 : Don't miss the Sunday January 19th screening of The Spirit of Ubuntu Sign Up for Our Newsletter Here's the web site Charter for Compassion

Sean Cisterna knows the film industry and he shares his insights for this podcast and with the Reel Thing. Check out what Sean has been doing Mythic Productions And click HERE to see Sean's Pics "Searching for Sugar Man"

Carol really cares about Oak Ridges. She thinks it's a great place to live. Carol Davidson Richmond Hill Councillor Ward 1 | Oak Ridges Consider subscribing to her newsletter.