Connecting the Community

The Multi-Sport Approach to youth athletics

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 tevi@topsports.ca
 
 
 

Collecting old electronics to be refurbished and donated locally. The goal of 2 teenage brothers.

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 earthlyalex@gmail.com .

Sarah Schuster creates space to learn Indigenous crafts and knowledge

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 sarah@miskwaadesi.comWebpage: www.miskwaadesi.comInstagram: 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 Johar from Nurse Next Door talks about asking for help with health care.

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

Creating a soothing and reflective space. A liminal space. With harp and words.

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 jdeathe@twsf.ca
 
"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

The Oak Ridges Lions Club is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Lots is happening!

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

International Women's Day Celebration Week - Breaking Barriers, Building Futures

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 priti.ruparel@richmondhill.ca.  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
 
 
 

Hear what 2 of the candidates in the Richmond Hill riding have to say

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

Hear what 2 of the candidates in the Aurora Oak Ridges Richmond Hill riding have to say

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

Let's talk travel, a friendly conversation with Celine de Sa Buckley

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 celine@travelupinc.ca 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