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Anthea Weese shares how she and her husband transformed their backyard from a former cornfield into a wildlife forest over 49 years. She explains how they planted and developed trees such as oak, pine, red pine, and cherry, gradually creating a natural habitat now home to deer, foxes, woodpeckers, and many other birds and animals. In this episode, she reflects on the challenges they faced, including invasive plants, early mistakes, and the long learning process of managing a living ecosystem. She shares these experiences to help others learn from her journey and avoid similar problems when restoring or managing natural land.

The Kenhte:ke Seed Sanctuary is a powerful Indigenous-led initiative dedicated to preserving traditional Haudenosaunee seeds, knowledge, and agricultural practices. Located in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, the sanctuary works to protect biodiversity while revitalizing cultural identity through seed saving, land stewardship, and community education. Rooted in principles of food sovereignty and respect for the earth, the project reconnects people—especially youth—with ancestral wisdom, ensuring that future generations inherit both the seeds and the stories that sustain them.

Win Perryman was a human rights and humanitarian activist known for her long-term volunteer work with Amnesty International and her deep involvement supporting grandmothers in Africa through. She was a co-founder of the Quinte Grannies for Africa, a volunteer group that raises funds to support African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Over several years she helped the group raise around $260,000 for programs assisting these grandmothers and their families.

Lori Borthwick, Advocacy Chair at Quinte Field Naturalists, shares how community tree planting initiatives can make a lasting environmental impact and inspire collective action for a greener future.

Bridget Purdy, Volunteer Coordinator, offers an inside look at the impact of volunteers and the essential work of the Gleaners Food Bank, emphasizing teamwork, empathy, and community resilience.

Tamara Hellam reflects on her transition from artist to community leader at the Gleaners Food Bank Dome project, sharing lessons on creativity, compassion, and community service.

Highlighting compassion in action, this episode showcases the Belleville United Church’s meal program, providing nourishment and community to those in need.

These inspiring women share the vision and teamwork that make the CFUW Garden Tour a beloved community event, bringing beauty, culture, and connection to Belleville.

Discover the dedication and heart behind the Belleville Club through Coreen Reynolds’ story, celebrating community service, camaraderie, and leadership.

A true success story, Nasr Mostafa recounts his journey from refugee to co-founder of Nasr’s Falafel, demonstrating resilience, entrepreneurship, and the power of community support.

Jonathan Powell, Coordinator of Outreach and Cultural Services at Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery, shares the story of inspiring young minds through chess, fostering strategy, focus, and community engagement.