Creating Connections: The Journey of Age-Friendly Initiatives in Orillia
I recently had an enlightening conversation with Valerie Powell about the initiatives she champions in Orillia. As someone who has immersed herself in the world …
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Good Intentions Meet Absurd Assumptions in MAT’s The Thanksgiving Play
Mariposa Arts Theatre is thrilled to bring our February 2025 production of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY to the Orillia Opera House. This contemporary play is the …
Renee Holloway Wins $500 in Downtown Dollars in Downtown Orillia’s 12 Days of Giving Draw
The Downtown Orillia BIA Board of Management (DOBIA) is pleased to announce the winner of the big draw for $500 in Downtown Dollars. The draw …
How to Start a Business, Thrive, and Unlock Opportunities With the Orillia CDC | Jim Fitzgerald
Listen to this episode on your favourite platform and don’t forget to subscribe! In this episode, I sit down with Jim Fitzgerald, the General Manager …
The Art of Questioning, Creativity, and Innovation | Kelly Parke
Listen to this episode on your favourite platform and don’t forget to subscribe! In this episode of our Behind The Village podcast, we welcome Kelly …
A Christmas Gift Guide For Our Talented Local Authors
The countdown to Christmas has begun! A time to be with family, friends, and get a much deserved break. If you haven’t already started dreaming …
Artist of the Month: Deby Melillo
My lifelong dream was to spend my retirement living a creative life. I had no idea what was in store for me. I retired from a …
North Simcoe Arts: A Fresh Era of Collaboration and Support for Regional Art
The arts community in Simcoe County is experiencing an inspiring transformation. North Simcoe Arts, formerly the Orillia and District Arts Council (ODAC), has reemerged with …
From the Publishers
Happy Holidays from us over here at The Villager. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa or anything in between, this time of year …
Telecare Distress Line: The Power of Conversation | Kate Henderson
Listen to this episode on your favourite platform and don’t forget to subscribe! In this episode of our Behind The Village podcast, Mikaila Bolzonello sits …