Connecting the Community
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Ep 120Chef Shai, founder of Rooks to Cooks, talks about nurturing young chefs, her business and herself
Shai Mandel has successfully blended her passions of teaching and cooking. Rooks to Cooks offer virtual and in person programs including summer camps in Richmond Hill. Check out all the options at Rooks to Cooks
Ep 119Talking with Adam, Lulu and James from Light on the Hill Church. An interesting place with and interesting history, integrating our community
Lots going on at Light on the Hill Church Dec. 16th, 2023 there is a Family Christmas program open to the community as part of their Rise n Shine program for young children. Check out their Facebook page (20+) Facebook . This 175 year old church has many programs and indoor and outdoor spaces. Music is important to them. They have borrowed from England the term "Messy Church". Henri Nouwen is buried there and an outdoor amphitheater commemorates him. Adam Furfaro, James Yu and Lulu Yeng invite you to visit!!!
Ep 118Rehana Sumar talks about the situation with looking after those who find themselves homeless and the community’s opportunity to be part of the solution
Rehana tells us her story of addressing the local needs of those who find themselves homeless and how the Coldest Night of the Year has been a great fundraiser. Here's where you can participate in the Coldest Night of the Year event Richmond Hill (Blue Door) - Coldest Night of the Year 2024 Canada (cnoy.org) And check out what is happening at Blue Door - Giving Hope a Home
Ep 117Rev. Robert Hayashi talks about the long history and the bright future of the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church
Robert enthusiastically talks about the history and the congregation of the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church and also its role in being part of the community. He encourages everyone to come and visit, including at Christmas.
Ep 116Krista Andrews talks about the Kettle Campaign and other good work of the local Salvation Army
Krista is the pastor with the Salvation Army Church in Richmond Hill and loves what she does - which is a lot and varied. The church's long time motto of providing soup, soap and salvation continues today. The Salvation Army in Canada She hopes many people will volunteer and "man" a kettle or bubble and drop off holiday gifts before Dec. 12th. Click HERE. Once in the system, volunteers can view locations, schedules and begin committing their time this Christmas. For more information, please contact Kettle Coordinators Elli Bagheri or Courtney Drew by emailing [email protected] or calling or texting 416-970-4768 And shop at the Salvation Army Thrift Store Shop Thrift & Donate Secondhand Goods | Your Local Thrift Store
Ep 115Talking about newcomer mental health with Michelle and Stephanie from CCSYR
CCSYR offers lots of support for newcomers Home - Catholic Community Services of York Region (ccsyr.org)
Ep 114Russ Horner talks about creating shareable memories -scanning photos, films, documents......
Russ Horner loves his business of taking the slides, photos, family video, documents, postcards, awards..... and making them into something shareable. He finds everyone's stories remarkable and different. www.descriptivescanning.ca
Ep 113Dan DiRuscio talks about the fun to be had at the Merry Marketplace
The Merry Marketplace happens for 5 consecutive Saturdays, 4 to 9 pm, starting November 18th at Richmond Green. Fun for all. See Santa, take some photos, enjoy the music and maybe a glass of mead. Merry Marketplace - City of Richmond Hill
Ep 112Tashia and Adelina talk about how CCSYR help newcomers
Tashia Edwards and Adelina Bridi are with CCSYR, the lead organization at the Richmond Hill Welcome Centre. Real support is given to those new to Canada, regardless of their background. Home - Catholic Community Services of York Region (ccsyr.org) Richmond Hill Welcome Centre - Welcome Centre
Ep 111Susan Dobson, of the Krasman Centre, talks about peer to peer support to address mental health challenges
Susan Dobson is the Executive Director of the Krasman Centre. She has had lived experience and is very qualified to offer peer to peer support. She shares her dad's story of overcoming the challenges of mental health to live a fulsome life. Here is the report she mentions WHO-OHCHR-Mental-health-human-rights-and-legislation_web.pdf
Ep 110Barry Peters, music director at the Richmond Hill United Church talks about his lifetime love of music
Barry has lots to say about music, particularly at the Richmond Hill United Church. There is an amazing church organ that turns 100 next year and it has over 2000 pipes. Barry talks about how music can create at thin space - a Sacred moment spurred on by spiritual practice or a deep conversation that pierces the soul. On December 10th, 2023 - 7 pm, there is a Carols by Candlelight concert.
Ep 109Richmond Hill musician Katie Dauson talks about making music, which she’ll perform at RHCPA Nov. 18th
Check out Katie's music at Katie Dauson - Musician, Original Music Here's a link for getting tickets for the November 18th, 2023 show Shows | Katie Dauson
Ep 108Hugh Adams talks about Vision Care being a priority for Lions Clubs, including the Richvale Lions
This is Hugh Adams's second Connecting the Community Podcast. He first gave us an overview of how the Lion's Club got started in Richvale (a part of Richmond Hill) and what life was like then. Richvale Lions Club with Hugh Adams | Connecting the Community (podbean.com) In this podcast Hugh talks about one of the global causes of Lions International, Vision. Hugh has collected thousands and thousands of used prescription glasses. Richvale Lions is actively looking for more members and for people to go in to schools to assess JK students' vision. A part of the logo for the Richvale Lions Club is the nearby David Dunlap Observatory. Marj sees it as a gigantic powerful pair of glasses! Hugh can be reached at [email protected]
Ep 107Mike Perrella talks about making wine and connections at his Vin Bon store.
Mike Perrella has owned Vin Bon Richmond Hill for a little over a year. He has always loved making wine. And he is proud of what he makes. Good wine at a lower price, with fewer sulphites and it is certified vegan. Mike invites you to drop by VinBon Richmond Hill - Vin Bon [email protected]
Ep 106Cole Rutman talks about making his documentary, Voices - it documents the struggles of Ukrainian newcomers
University student, Cole Rutman really wanted to help out those who flew the war in Ukraine and came here, by telling their stories. It wasn't easy but he got lots of help. To get more of a glimpse of what Cole is up to check out these links https://filmfreeway.com/ColeRutman (37) Cole Rutman | LinkedIn Check out all of the amazing work that CCSYR is doing to help newcomers to Canada. Home - Catholic Community Services of York Region (ccsyr.org)
Ep 105Marissa Wiltshire talk about all of the good work of York Region Food Network, including Good Food Boxes and gleaning
Check out the York Region Food Network's website yrfn.ca The Good Food Box is front and centre of their home page. Follow them on Facebook (20+) Facebook Click HERE to read the current York Region Food Charter Marissa can be contacted at [email protected] Here's the Wikipedia definition of gleaning Gleaning - Wikipedia
Ep 104Dr. Ria Pudjo talks about her dentistry practice at Red House Dental
Ria welcomes you to her beautifully furnished Red House Dental VIVOS Integrated | Dental service | Red House Dental | Ontario
Ep 103Kathleen Mochnacki gives a first hand account of her experience with the mental health system
Kathleen has a monthly newsletter. Please email her at [email protected] to receive this. And the word that means that you are unaware of your underlying condition is Anosognosia
Ep 102Jeff Scott talks about his Epic Elton show and living near the Mill Pond.
A fun conversation with Jeff Scott about his Elton John performances and living in Richmond Hill. Lots of positive comments about RHCPA. Purchase tickets to the Oct. 7th performance at RHCPA here EPIC ELTON "An Evening of All His Hits" (rhcentre.ca) For more information about booking Jeff to come into your living room, or wherever, please Nick Pattison 647 884 3489 [email protected]
Ep 101Scott Thompson (Ward 2 Councillor) talks about proposed changes to election and realtor open house sign bylaws
Well before the next municipal election (2026) the council and staff are looking at amendments. There should be fewer signs. And Scott has asked to allow realtors to have more open house signs, with restrictions. Here is the link to the motion to amend the Real Estate signs (see item 15.1.8) Here is the link to the amendments made to the Election Sign Bylaw. Amendment item number 7.14.7 speaks to the prohibition of election signs on Public Property. Scott can be reached at [email protected]
Ep 100Riki Adivi talks about international folk dancing creating openness
Riki can be reached at [email protected] And please visit her web site https://rikiadivi.wordpress.com/
Ep 99Michelle Zikovitz talks about the great artists at the Art Walk
Art Walk - Sept. 23rd, 2023 10 to 4 pm Art and Studio Tour - City of Richmond Hill
Ep 98Juriji Nowickyj talks about teaching technology to older adults
Here is the link to the Richmond Hill Computer Technology Volunteers (RHCTV) https://sites.google.com/view/rhctv55/ And they are on (20+) Facebook Here's the link for the City of Richmond Hill "55+" membership - Adults 55+ Programs - City of Richmond Hill
Ep 97Ingrid & David talk about the High Notes Avante Special Edition of Bach, Beethoven and the Boys
Click HERE to order your copy of We All Have a Story: High Notes Avante Special Edition of Bach, Beethoven and the Boys. Check out this website for all of David's books David W. Barber - Indent Publishing Here is the link to the free music lessons that Ingrid spoke about Free Music Lessons For Mental Health 🌟 High Notes Avante
Ep 96Wayne Milliner talks about what it takes to have the Curtain Club put on shows
The Curtain Club Theatre – in Richmond Hill, Ontario
Ep 95Mary, Tracy and Marj talk about the Are You Going to BE {Book Event}
Mary, Tracy and Marj talk about their love of real books and the upcoming Book Event - Sept 15th & 16th, 2023 at the Richmond Hill United Church. There's also CDs and DVDs. Thousands of them!! Are you going to BE {BE}?
Ep 94Fundraiser for Paul Rosen’s Artificial Leg, at the Legion
Here is an opportunity to make a life-changing difference in the journey of a true Canadian hero. Fundraiser by Jim Avrams : A True Canadian Hero: Needs a New Artificial Leg (gofundme.com) Check out the Legion on their Facebook account (20+) Facebook Contact Russ Horner about this event at [email protected] Here's a link to Paul's book Never Give Up: The Meaning of My Life - The Paul Rosen Story: Rosen, Paul, Lajoie, Roger: 9781039124981: Books - Amazon.ca
Ep 93Peter DeVita talks about the need to license the cyber security industry.
Peter DeVita can be contacted at [email protected] Here is the link to the petition that Peter is urging you to sign https://petitions.ourcommons.ca/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-4500
Ep 92Anders Lindfors talks about the Aug. 12th Beerfest
Check it out!!! Home | Richmond Hill Rotary Craft Beer Festival (rotarybeertasting.com)
Ep 91Peter Dennis talks about channeling.
Peter Dennis is writing a new book The Channeling Connection: The process, the beings and the messages. Check out his web site to find out more, including how to contact him and order a book - Channeling Facilitation and Meditation in Richmond Hill, Ontario (peterhdennis.com)
Ep 90Maggie MacKenzie talks about the Heritage Centre
Check out the Heritage Centre Richmond Hill Heritage Centre - City of Richmond Hill
Ep 89Sholom Wargon shares his journey of creating the Immigrant Story
Check out An Immigrant Story Here is the Richmond Hill Central Library's information New Art Exhibit at Central Branch | Richmond Hill Public Library (rhpl.ca) Note the Central Library's hours Central Branch | Richmond Hill Public Library (rhpl.ca)
Ep 88Tanaz & Jen talk about hosting Ukrainian newcomers
Tanaz Pardiwala is the manager of COSTI's Ukrainian Host Program. COSTI: Announcement Details She can be contacted at [email protected] Jen van Ierssel is enjoying hosting a Ukrainian family in her basement apartment
Ep 87Heidi Kreiner has a lot of advice about buying a new condo in Richmond Hill
Heidi would love to hear from you [email protected]
Ep 86Michele Watson talks about the integrated 211 system
Check out their web site Help Starts Here - 211.ca
Ep 85Mark McAlister talks about life at Hesperus Village, a unique older adult community
Check out their web site Hesperus Village - Home Here's a 2016 Toronto Star article interviewing Mark about Hesperus 2016 HESPERUS interview - Google Docs
Ep 84Oak Ridges resident, Yvonne Blackwood, talks about her book ”College Life of a Retired Senior”
Check out Yvonne's other books at www.yvonneblackwood.com Keep in touch with her at her Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/Yvonne.blackwood.92 Links to purchase "College Life of a Retired Senior" https://www.amazon.ca/College-Life-Retired-Senior-Perseverance/dp/1489746374 College Life of a Retired Senior: A Memoir of Perseverance, Faith, and Finding the Way, Book by Yvonne Blackwood (Paperback) | www.chapters.indigo.ca
Ep 83Yvonne Kelly talks about the challenges of the marginalized in our community, particularly in regards to housing
Ep 82Darren Solomon and Joshua Dyer tell us how the library can make us resilient. ”Yes, at the library.”
Check out all the things happening at the library at their new website and then venture in. There is so much!!! www.rhpl.ca
Ep 81Scott Thompson tells us what it’s like to be a Richmond Hill councillor. Any surprises?
Scott can be reached at [email protected]
Ep 80Gerard Sullivan talks about the Jefferson Salamander crossing the road
Here is some more info from Toronto Region Conservation Authority The Search for Salamanders - Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) In case you didn't catch it the name of the cousin of the Jefferson Salamander is Ambystoma
Ep 79Eli Lukawitz talks about what has been and is planned for RHCPA - a place to harness our creativity
Great conversation with Eli Lukawitz, the theatre manager of the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. www.rhcentre.ca Order your tickets or book the facility!
Ep 78Debbie Dew talks about the great things happening at L’Arche Daybreak, including the Walk with Hope
Have you visited L'Arche Daybreak? L’Arche Daybreak – Home - L’Arche Daybreak (larchedaybreak.com) Take a peak at Debbie's Craft Studio The Craft Studio - L’Arche Daybreak (larchedaybreak.com) And come out for the May 13th Walk with Hope Walk WITH Hope 2023 - L’Arche Daybreak (larchedaybreak.com)
Ep 77Mary Kot and Tracy Wixon talk with Marj about the Understand Women Life Freedom, an event that really is connecting the community
We hope to see you April 29th, 2:30 pm. Richmond Hill United Church Click HERE for more information and to purchase a ticket
Ep 76Priya Unnikrishnan talks about Liveable Richmond Hill and warns us not to be apathetic
Please visit Coalition for a Liveable Richmond Hill
Ep 75Brooke Scott talks about managing the Village Market
Check out the Village Market, located at 9100 Bathurst (just north of Hwy 7) Saturday mornings, 8 to 1 pm, starting May 6th www.villagemarket.ca (20+) Village Market (at Waldorf) | Thornhill ON | Facebook
Ep 74Khai and Jeri Woo tell us about the brain training that happens at LearningRx
Check them out Brain Training in Richmond Hill | LearningRx Richmond Hill And Khai's two most recommended games are Spot It and Banagrams
Ep 73Debra McLaughlin from 105.9 The Region talks about changes and challenges of local radio
Explore and tune in to what The Region has to offer https://1059theregion.com
Ep 72Michael Braithwaite talks about helping the vulnerable, including at Blue Door Shelters
Find more about Blue Door, and the Construct program at Blue Door – Giving Hope a Home And listen to Michael's podcasts On The Way Home - Home
Ep 71Heidi Kreiner talks about growth in Richmond Hill, and encourages us to get involved.
Heidi has seen the exponential growth in Richmond Hill and knows that residents can shape this growth. Check out her Facebook page (20+) Heidi Kreiner-ley | Facebook