Libraries are not just quiet places for bookish types to browse and borrow — they have the power to spread knowledge, engage people and change lives through programs and services.
The Random Acts of Crochet Kindness group in Strathcona County is committed to helping people smile in their community.
The Random Acts of Crochet Kindness group in Strathcona County is committed to helping people smile in their community
We all know how important community connection is
The special actions of several Strathcona County residents, who are wishing to remain anonymous, are helping seniors in our community feel special this upcoming Valentine’s Day.
Kindness is needed now more than ever
The holiday season is a time of happiness, joy and giving. Compared to previous years, this is by far the largest number of hampers that have been given out in Strathcona County.
Featuring Mason Nurse and Riley Penner
Organizations have the power to enable life-changing mentoring relationships to ignite the power and potential of young people, and Big Brothers Big Sisters is doing just that. Riley Penner and Mason Nurse share their experience with the program.
Strathcona County Child and Youth Coalition
What better way to connect your mental wellness with the great outdoors than with a wellness walk! Read more about Wellness Walks and the Strathcona County Child and Youth Coalition.
A County resident was concerned about his two dogs overheating and was looking for a cool, safe place to go. He reached out to Pet Valu on Baseline road for support and staff came to the rescue. Not only did the team take care of the pups, but they went above and beyond to also provide support for the resident.
Connecting youth and seniors through friendship
A new friend, a new connection, and the comfort of a shared laugh is much more important than we often realize, and we are never too young, or too old, to appreciate this. Linking Generations is driving this idea forward, making a positive impact of the health and well-being for both seniors and youth.
Celebrating the contributions of all abilities
It takes all of us to build a strong community, and what better way to celebrate than during National AccessAbility Week. It’s a time when accessibility and inclusion are promoted across communities and workplaces and a chance to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities, visible or invisible.
Sofia Rathjen is a community champion by no stretch of the imagination. At 13 years old, Sofia is an advocate for inclusion and representation in books. As a successful Community Change Grant applicant in 2019, she was able to use the grant funds for over 130 school library books to represent diverse stories and lives. The following is an excerpt from her English “class passion project” essay, titled “Technicolour Bookshelves”.
