“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has”.

-Margaret Mead-   

“If you live your life to please everyone else, you will continue to feel frustrated and powerless. This is because what others want may not be good for you. You are not being mean when you say NO to unreasonable demands or when you express your ideas, feelings, and opinions, even if they differ from those of others.”
 Beverly Engel

• National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2026), we will celebrate the ways in which people in Canada have ignited volunteerism in their communities, aligning with NVW 2026 and deepening our collective impact.

• April 19 - 25th is National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week (NOTDAW). This is a key moment to remind people of the importance of organ and tissue donation and to encourage discussion about it.

Are you someone who needs to know how to set boundaries?

How about learning to say, 'NO'?

If you answered yes, then this episode of Sunday Night With Glenda is for YOU! Listen to episode 221 on Sound Sugar Radio OR at glendasheard.com

“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated. This is why we sometimes attack who they are, which is far more hurtful than addressing a behaviour or a choice.”
 Brené Brown

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.

-Margaret Mead-      

Congratulations to the Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce on hosting the 41st Great Canadian Trade Fair on April 10-12.

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events.

April 19 - 25th is National Volunteer Week in Canada, and Volunteer Strathcona will be hosting a Volunteer Fair on April 21 at the Strathcona County Community Centre. 50+ non-profit organizations are offering various volunteer opportunities. volunteerstrathcona.ca

Saturday, April 18 - Free Clothing Exchange: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Sherwood Park Alliance Church.

A travelling exhibit exploring the Cree language and voices from across Canada will be at Strathcona County Museum & Archives (Strathma) from April 15 to June 27. For more information, visit strathma.ca

Reminder to get your tickets for ChocoFest Alberta happening April 24/25 at Millennium Place? More info at: chocofest.ca

Are you an artist with a home studio in Strathcona County? This is the event for you! Art Society of Strathcona County is hosting the 10th annual Artist Home Studio Tour the 3rd week of September. More info at: www.artstrathcona.com

and much more…

Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.

Winston Churchill

Wishing everyone who celebrates Orthodox Easter a very Happy Easter!

The topic of public speaking in episode 220 was inspired by a Debate and speech competition that I was a Judge for recently. The competitors were youth in junior and senior high school.

With many youth and adults fearing public speaking, I believe this is a great topic for me to share resources to help overcome that fear.

Fear of public speaking is a common form of anxiety. It can range from feeling a little nervous to extreme fear and panic. You may try not to speak publicly, or you may do so with trembling hands and a shaky voice. But by preparing, practicing and getting help if needed, you can overcome your fear.

Resources for Youth

https://albertadebate.com/

https://4hab.com/communication/

https://aircadetleague.com/effective-speaking-program/

Resource for Adults

https://www.toastmasters.org

An effective speaker knows that the success or failure of his talk is not for him to decide - it will be decided in the minds and hearts of his hearers.

Dale Carnegie

Vimy Ridge Day is an annual observance on April 9 to remember Canadians who victoriously fought in the battle of Vimy Ridge in northern France during the First World War. The day is also known as the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

Godspeed to the four astronauts: Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, who are scheduled to return on April 10th from their mission around the moon.

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events.

This weekend, April 10-12th, the Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce will host the Great Canadian Trade Fair at Millennium Place in Sherwood Park.

April 19 - 25th is National Volunteer Week in Canada, and Volunteer Strathcona will be hosting the Volunteer Fair on April 21st at the Strathcona County Community Centre. There are 50+ non-profit organizations offering various volunteer opportunities.

Saturday, April 18 - Free Clothing Exchange: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Sherwood Park Alliance Church.

-Be sure to add the Volunteer Strathcona "Volunteer Fair" on Apr. 21st at the Agora/Community Centre to your calendar!

- Free clothing exchange at the Sherwood Park Alliance Church on Sat. April 18th

- Reminder to get your tickets for ChocoFest Alberta happening April 24/25 at Millennium Place?

Reminder: the JAS Classic Cattle Show is May 23rd at The Pointe. Entries opened in March. Josephburg Agricultural Society

and much more…

"Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.”

William Arthur Ward

Wishing everyone who celebrates a Happy Easter!

The topic of ‘gratitude’ seemed fitting for this Easter Sunday show.

Gratitude starts with noticing the goodness in life.

Gratitude is the expression of appreciation for what one has.

Gratitude can pull us through tough times.

Gratitude appears to have a domino effect. If a person experiences gratitude, they are more likely to recognize the help and then later reciprocate that help (Wood et al., 2010)

“Think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flames within us”.

Albert Schweitzer

World Autism Awareness Day

It is a day to recognize and advocate for the rights of people with autism, and to promote acceptance, inclusion, and understanding of this diverse population.

This day serves as an important reminder that everyone deserves to be accepted and valued for who they are.

Godspeed to the four astronauts: Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, who will be the first Canadian to fly around the Moon. Artemis 11 mission.

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events.

- Kids and families - check out the Strathma Saturday program at the Strathcona County Museum & Archives

- Easter Sunday - visit Wendel's Burrow at Sherwood Park Mall

- Next weekend, Apr. 10-12 - check out the Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce Trade Fair at Millennium Place

-Be sure to add the Volunteer Strathcona "Volunteer Fair" on April 21st at the Agora/Community Centre to your calendar!

- Free clothing exchange at the Sherwood Park Alliance Church on Sat. April 18th

- Have you got your tickets yet for ChocoFest Alberta happening April 24/25 at Millennium Place?

Reminder: the JAS Classic Cattle Show is May 23rd at The Pointe. Entries opened in March. Josephburg Agricultural Society

and more upcoming community events in the upcoming months.

""We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

Winston Churchill

The topic for this episode is ‘volunteerism.’

Be Part of Something Bigger than You

When you volunteer, you’re contributing to a greater cause. Whether you’re supporting social services, environmental sustainability or community development, your efforts create meaningful and lasting impact.

No matter where or how you choose to volunteer, know that your time and dedication make a real difference—for those you serve and for you!

“What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal.”

Albert Pike

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

– Margaret Mead‍ ‍

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events.

Follow-up information on the Community Foundations: Creating a lasting impact meeting that happened on March 23rd. For more info, contact Wendy at www.volunteerstrathcona.ca

Library programming for everyone at Strathcona County Library - www.sclibrary.ca/programs

Summer programs info for the Strathcona County Museum & Archives - www.strathma.ca

For artists or art collectors, check out the Art Society of Strathcona County. www.artstrathcona.com

Better Choices, Better Health workshops by the Primary Care Alberta and WESeniors Strathcona, hosted by the South Cooking Lake Seniors Association - www.sclsa.ca

·Chocofest – April 24/25 at Millennium Place in Sherwood Park - www.chocofest.ca/

and much, much more.

"You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view

until you climb into his skin and walk around in it."

Harper Lee

(To Kill a Mockingbird)

The topic for this episode is ‘empathy’.

Empathy is the ability to step outside of our own experience to understand, validate, and offer support for someone else’s thoughts or emotions.

Listen to learn ways to develop and strengthen your empathy, and how empathy can improve your life.

“Empathy works so well because it does not require a solution. It requires only understanding”.

John Medina

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

– Margaret Mead‍ ‍

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events.

Ravenwood Music Club - 2 more shows left for the season. more info: www.ravenwoodexperience.com

Community Foundations: Creating a last impact - March 23rd. For more info at: www.strathcona.ca see the events calendar to register or for more info.

The Mom Market at Sherwood Park Mall - March 21/22. Discover handmade goods, seasonal treats, and more.

Library programming for everyone at Strathcona County Library - www.sclibrary.ca/programs

Tickets for the Shed Raffle - ACT Sherwood Park - https://actsherwoodpark.ca/, supporting youth learning the trades.

For artists or art collectors, check out the Art Society of Strathcona County. www.artstrathcona.com

Better Choices, Better Health workshops by the Primary Care Alberta and WESeniors Strathcona, hosted by the South Cooking Lake Seniors Association - www.sclsa.ca

·Chocofest – April 24/25 at Millennium Place in Sherwood Park - www.chocofest.ca/

and much, much more.

Just be you. I've learned the hard way and in the end, some people are just so full of hate that no matter what you say or do, they'll always have something to say.

Megan Fox

Do you feel that someone is envious of you? This can be a challenge for us as we try to stay positive.

Negativity from a jealous person is often rooted in their own issues. Many people project their internal struggles onto others, especially when they feel threatened or envious. It’s essential to recognize that their behavior is more about them than it is about you. We need to allow ourselves to forgive what happened, let go of what hurt us, and make space for something better.

Setting clear boundaries is essential when dealing with jealous or critical individuals. Also, having a strong support system helps us stay confident in our abilities and reinforces the idea that we are not defined by others’ opinions. By surrounding ourselves with positivity, we can drown out the noise of negativity and focus on what really matters—our personal and professional growth!

Today, I allow myself to forgive what happened, let go of what hurt me, and make space for something better.

“Mark your calendars for upcoming community events:

Congrats to the Sherwood Heights Community League on hosting a hugely successful Winter Carnival on March 7th. Checkout www.shcl.ca

Queen of Hearts Presents the 3rd Annual Women’s Show: 12-5 p.m. at The Agora on March 14th.

Pysanky Workshop, March 14th at Strathcona County Museum and Archives, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4 p.m. www.strathma.ca

Monday, March 16th - Family Tech Time: Robots and Coding: 6:30-8 p.m. Ardrossan Recreation Complex. Meet up with the Bookmobile staff from Strathcona County Library. www.sclibrary.ca

Wednesday, March 18th - South Cooking Lake Seniors: Layer by Layer- Mason Jar Workshop: 2-4 p.m. Register at information@sclsa.ca

Volunteer Registration is now open for the Alberta Summer Games, taking place in Strathcona County in July 2026! The link below will lead you to the Alberta Summer Games https://asg2026.com/volunteers/

Festival Place The Qualico Patio Series– July-August – www.festivalplace.ca/

·Chocofest – April 24/25 at Millennium Place in Sherwood Park - www.chocofest.ca/

and much, much more.

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

 – Margaret Mead‍ ‍

‘“Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it, possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women.”

- Maya Angelou

March 8th is International Women’s Day, and this episode is a tribute to women across the globe!

‘“Here's to Strong Women.

May We Know Them.

May We Be Them.

May We Raise Them.”

- Michelle Obama

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

– Gandhi

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events:

Congrats to the Women in Business Strathcona County on hosting a hugely successful ‘International Women’s Day’ event. More info on WIBA: www.wibasc.ca

Winter Carnival this Saturday, March 7, hosted by the Sherwood Heights Community League, more info at: www.shcl.ca

Volunteer Fair -Monday, April 21st: more info at www.volunteerstrathcona.ca

Seniors Homeowner’s Tax Rebate - more info at www.strathcona.ca

Volunteer Registration is now open for the Alberta Summer Games happening in Strathcona County in July 2026! The link below will lead you to the Alberta Summer Gameshttps://asg2026.com/volunteers/

Festival Place The Qualico Patio Series– July-August – www.festivalplace.ca/

·       Chocofest – April 24/25 - www.chocofest.ca/

and much, much more.

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

– Margaret Mead‍

‘Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.’‍ ‍

Helen Keller

Accept it’s okay to have bad days…

Everyone has them!

This episode is about resilience, taking on challenging times, and coming through stronger.

‘But hope has an astonishing resilience and strength. Its very persistence in our hearts indicates that it is not a tonic for wishful thinkers but the ground on which realists stand.’

Kathleen Norris

“For some moments in life, there are no words.”

– David Seltzer

Danica Hills and Kayla Peacock, two remarkable teens, will have their memories live on in the hearts of those who knew them. Both were members of the Jasper U18 Bearcats in the North Eastern Alberta Hockey League (NEAHL) and students at Harry Collinge High School in Hinton. Prayers for their families, friends, teammates and the communities of Hinton and Jasper, Alberta.

Congratulations to the African Society of Strathcona County on hosting ‘Our Story, Our Voice’ in honour of Black History Month. For more info: www.asosc.ca

Mark your calendars for upcoming community events:

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build. Visit www.shpbeds.ca/chapter/ab-strathcona-co/ to learn more and register for thebed build on Feb. 28th in Sherwood Park! 

Strathcona County Library - Everything Seed Exchange on Feb. 28th www.sclibrary.ca/

Winter Carnival on March 7, hosted by the Sherwood Heights Community League, more info at: www.shcl.ca

Volunteer Registration is now open for the Alberta Summer Games happening in Strathcona County in July 2026! The link below will lead you to the Alberta Summer Games https://asg2026.com/volunteers/

and much more.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead

A tribute to all the Team Canada Olympians.

Whether they won an Olympic medal or placed out of the rankings, every Canadian who competed is a hero!

Congratulations and Thank You to our Canadian Heroes!

 “In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts, you hold a place, no one else will ever fill” – Unknown

Remembering the young victims who were lost in the recent Tumbler Ridge tragedy, their families and friends, the R.C.M.P. and first responders, the residents of Tumbler Ridge, and anyone impacted by this horrific tragedy.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming community events:

RavenWood Music Club - Friday, Feb. 20th, featuring artist Megan Paige. Tickets at www.ravenwoodexperience.com

African Society of Strathcona County - Sunday, Feb. 22nd - Pop Up Fair and Movie/Book release. www.asosc.ca/

Strathcona County Library - Everything Seed Exchange on Feb. 28th - www.sclibrary.ca/

- Volunteer Strathcona - connecting community and volunteers for 50 years. The next Drop in - March 5th - www.volunteerstrathcona.ca

- Winter Carnival on March 7, hosted by the Sherwood Heights Community League, more info at: www.shcl.ca

• ACT Sherwood Park -Volunteering & serving people in Sherwood Park for 50+ years. www.actsherwoodpark.ca/

  Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead

The Magic of Milestones

There are many ways non-profit organizations can celebrate milestones. Recognizing and celebrating these milestones can create a sense of accomplishment and drive further efforts toward achieving larger goals.

In this episode, you’ll learn and gain some ideas on how to plan and successfully celebrate your milestone, while motivating your team, including partners, donors, and the community. It’s important to share the journey stories leading up to a significant milestone.