The Giving Town

Send us a textIn this episode, Jeff Kosmicki, Police Chief of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, offers an inside look at what it takes to keep Newberg ranked among Oregon's safest cities.In our conversation, you'll learn:How Jeff started his career in police workWhat it's like being behind the wheel of a patrol carWhat it was like in the wake of the “defund the police” movementThe department's overall philosophyHow new technology makes officers more effectiveCommon misconceptions and mythsHow the D.A.R.E. programs build trust in the next generationAnd much moreTo learn more about the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, visit https://www.newbergoregon.gov/police/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Amy Wolff, founder of the Don't Give Up Movement, explains how a May 2017 initiative to place 20 encouraging yard signs around Newberg evolved into a global campaign.In our conversation, you will learn:The origin story: what compelled Amy to act on that rainy afternoonThe “Science of Hope” framework she outlined in her TED Talk—hope, pathways, agencyKey lessons from scaling an at-cost, volunteer-powered operation to 50 states and 27 countriesLife-saving testimonials from individuals transformed by the signsHow small, unexpected gestures can cause large-scale impactThe role of personal agency in creating and sustaining hopeTo learn more or to support the Don't Give Up Movement, visit dontgiveupsigns.comWatch Amy's TED Talk!Buy the book!This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our semi-monthly newsletter, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Russell Mark, President and CEO of Juliette's House, shares about the life-changing work happening at Yamhill County's child abuse intervention center.In our conversation, you'll learn:What Juliette's House actually does and how it supports children and familiesHow early intervention can change the trajectory of a child's lifeThe long-term impact of untreated childhood trauma on communitiesCommon misconceptions about child abuse—and the real statistics behind itHow schools, churches, and community members can play a role in preventionStories that reveal just how critical this work isPractical ways to support Juliette's House or get involvedHow Yamhill County is setting an example for community collaborationTo learn more about Juliette's House or to support their work, visit www.julietteshouse.orgThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our semi-monthly newsletter, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Di Endicott and Peggy Peggy Kilburg share about the Newberg Community Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. During our conversation, you'll learn:The history and origins of the Newberg Mayor's Prayer BreakfastHow the prayer breakfast worksThe importance of prayer in bringing the community togetherHow the event promotes unity despite differing beliefs and perspectivesStories of how prayer has tangibly impacted the lives of community membersThe vision for the future, including greater inclusivity and involvement of younger generationsPractical details on how to get involved or attend the eventTo learn more about the Newberg Community Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, visit their Facebook page.If you have questions about the event or would like to attend, please contact Endicottdiana@yahoo.comThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Michelle Bolliger with Dobbes Family Winery and Wine by Joe shares how they are using their passion for wine to make a difference in the community. Beyond making great wine, they have created a culture of generosity, supporting both local and national causes and making a meaningful impact.In this episode, you'll learn:The backstory of Dobbes Family Winery and Wine by Joe Why giving back is a core value of their companyHow they engage employees in the giving processThe difference between writing a check and actually making an impactHow generosity strengthens company (and community) culturePractical advice for businesses looking to have generosity become part of their missionTo learn more about Dobbes Family Winery and their partners, click here.To learn more about Wine by Joe, click here.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Seniors Real Estate Specialists John and Karen Roberts share some of the many resources available to seniors in the Newberg area. Many elderly seniors in our community face significant challenges, yet often feel isolated, alone, and are unaware of the resources available to them. John and Karen's hope is that no senior has to face these challenges alone.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. Visit TheJoyfulRobertsGroup.com to learn more.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Jack Maxwell III shares his incredible story of resilience, redemption, and success. From a childhood marked by severe abuse, neglect, and addiction, Jack overcame numerous challenges to become a thriving business owner and a true community champion. Today, he owns a successful insurance agency, serves on multiple nonprofit boards, and dedicates his life to helping others find hope and a path forward.In this episode, you'll learn:• The struggles Jack faced growing up and how he rose above them• What fueled his journey from rock bottom to success• The impact of his work in the community and on nonprofit boards• How he uses his story to inspire and support others in their darkest moments• Practical advice for anyone seeking hope and transformationJack's story is a powerful reminder that even in the hardest circumstances, it's possible to rise from the ashes and create a life of purpose and impact. This episode is for anyone who believes in the power of hope, resilience, and giving back.To learn more about Provoking Hope, visit https://provokinghope.com/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Sarah Johnson, Executive Director of Yamhill County CASA, shares how Court Appointed Special Advocates are making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. For many children, navigating the court system can feel overwhelming and lonely, but CASA volunteers provide the stability, advocacy, and hope they desperately need.In this episode, you'll learn:What a CASA is and the critical role they play in a child's lifeHow the CASA program started and why it's so importantReal-life stories of how CASAs have made a differenceHow you can get involved and help change a child's storyTo learn more about Yamhill County CASA, visit https://yccasa.org.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Revino co-founder Keenan O'hern shares how Revino is transforming the wine and glass bottle industry nationwide. While most wine bottles end up in the landfill or get melted down and turned into new bottles, Revino has developed a bottle that can be reused up to 50 times. This revolutionary approach is set to help protect the environment while saving wineries money on bottle costs. In this episode you will learn:The history of the reusable bottle industryHow Revino got startedWhat sets their bottles apartHow the process worksHow wineries are taking advantage of Revino's productWhy reusing and recycling glass is so importantWhat it will take to make lasting changeand more!To learn more about Revino, visit https://www.revinobottles.com/about/#our_storyThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textRon Mock from The Civility Project shares how we can improve the political culture in our communities and the importance of treating each other with respect during election season.In this episode, Ron shares:The importance of civility in local electionsInsights from the local candidate forums in Newberg and DundeeHow disagreements can be a gift when approached with the right mindsetWhy local elections are so importantThe pros and cons of ranked-choice votingHow staying informed and voting in local elections builds a stronger communityThe way we treat each other during and after elections has a lasting impact. This episode is for anyone who wants to make Newberg a more united and respectful community, regardless of political views.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.To learn more about The Flip Side, a website that provides both sides of political issues, visit https://www.theflipside.io/To watch the October 15th Newberg Candidate forum, visit https://youtube.com/live/IoybyquWfpI?feature=shareSupport the show

Send us a textA two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of multiple books, Nicholas Kristof has spent the last 40 years with The New York Times exposing global injustices and writing about situations many people find uncomfortable to even discuss. Nicholas grew up in Yamhill, Oregon, on a sheep and cherry farm just a few miles from Newberg.In this Episode, Nicholas shares: What it was like growing up in Yamhill, OregonHow he got started in journalismWhat it was like covering events like the Tiananmen Square protests and massacreStories from other assignmentsWhy he believes risking his life for this work is worth itWhat led to his bid for Oregon GovernerWhy holding onto hope is so important Nicholas also shares about his latest book, Chasing Hope: A Reporter's Life. You can find this book, along with Nicholas' other books, on Amazon and at most major book retailers. This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, Britta Mansfield shares the importance of preserving, presenting, and promoting history with the Newberg Area Historical Society (NAHS). We also discuss some fun and interesting stories about Newberg, talk about her book, Newberg (Past and Present), and dive into many other related topics.  To learn more about Newberg's History, visit: https://newberghistory.com/If you have questions, have historical stories to share, or would like to get involved with NAHS, contact newberghistory@gmail.comThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textA-dec has long been a major pillar of Newberg's community. In this episode, A-dec's CEO, Marv Nelson, and Head of Communications, Jordan Beanblossom share how A-dec became what it is today, the impact it has had on Newberg and the dental industry, what you can learn from the A-dec way, and some exciting new plans for the future.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Send us a textIn this episode, George Fox University professor Phil Smith shares the importance of having a solid ethical framework and treating each other with honesty, kindness and respect. Phil has taught ethics and philosophy for over 40 years and has written several books on virtues and ethics. He currently teaches part-time at George Fox University and is actively involved in helping Newberg become an even better community.  You can learn more about Phil's books at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KHJUZ8This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Shannon Selah, Executive Director of Newberg's Habitat for Humanity shares how this organization works to provide affordable housing to Newberg. She also shares how Habitat for Humanity works, how they go through the difficult process of selecting families for the building program, and why the work is so important. We'll also discuss the ReStore location, some exciting new projects coming up, and some newer programs to help more families in Newberg.You can learn more about Habitat for Humanity at https://newberghabitat.org/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.When Embold Credit Union came to Newberg at the end of 2023, they immediately began finding ways to get involved, contribute to local nonprofits, and support the community. In this episode, CEO Aaron Goff shares why he believes investing in communities is so important. He also shares Embold's origin story, how credit unions differ from banks, how teaching financial literacy is a significant focus, and what Embold hopes to accomplish by being in Newberg.You can learn more about Embold Credit Union at https://www.emboldcu.org/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like supports for families through a community of devoted volunteers who are motivated by compassion to keep children safe and families together.-Safe Families Mission StatementIn this episode Deana Vanden Hoek, a Family Coach Supervisor with Safe Families in Yamhill County shares how Safe Familes for Children works, how it differs from foster care, how the circle of support works, why this work is so important, and how you can get involved.To learn more about Safe Families for Children, visit:https://yamhillcounty.safe-families.org/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In April 2022, a fire destroyed one of DCI's main parts and assembly buildings. As one of the largest dental equipment suppliers in the world—and one of Newberg's largest employers—the results could have been catastrophic. But instead, what happened was nothing short of a miracle.In this episode, Senior Vice President Tim Murphy shares the story of DCI. You'll learn about DCI's origins, how it has changed over the years, what happened in the aftermath of the fire, and what lies ahead for the company.You can learn more about DCI here: https://www.dciedge.com/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.REACH Northwest "mobilizes community to support & equip children and families impacted by foster care with programs, resources, and tools to help them thrive."In this episode, Executive Director Shirley Turner shares the importance of coming together as a community to support foster families. She also shares the story of how REACH NW got started, misconceptions about foster care, the positive impact a caring family can have on a child experiencing trauma, how the community can get involved, and much more!To learn more about REACH NW, visit www.reachnw.orgTo learn more about becoming a resource parent or to get a free copy of No Sugar Coating, reach out to connect@reachnw.org.You can also buy a copy of No Sugar Coating on Amazon.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we explore how the Providence Newberg Medical Center and the Providence Newberg Health Foundation work together to provide excellent healthcare for the Newberg Community. Dr. Amy Schmit, Chief Medical Officer and Interim CEO at Providence Newberg Medical Center, and Doug Cain, Executive Director of the Providence Newberg Health Foundation share the origins of Providence and how it has evolved into what it is today.They also share how they are navigating many of the healthcare-related challenges that every hospital faces, specifically in Oregon, as well as their hopes for the future of the industry.To learn more about Providence Newberg Health Foundation, visit: https://foundation.providence.org/oregon/newbergThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Ewing Young played an instrumental role in Oregon's—and specifically Newberg's—formation. In this episode, Doug Root, co-founder of Ewing Young Distillery in Newberg, shares Ewing Young's family history and the story of how he came to Oregon.In this fascinating and engaging story, you'll learn how Ewing Young time and again used his charisma, cunning, and courage to overcome unthinkable odds and become one of America's most successful entrepreneurs. You'll also learn how Ewing Young using distilling alcohol to win Oregon over from British control.Ewing Young is buried under a giant oak tree just outside Newberg next to where Ewing Young Distillery is today.To learn more about Doug Root and the history of Ewing Young Distillery, visit: https://ewingyoungdistillery.com/historyThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

In this episode,  Leigh Jensen, Executive Director of Taste Newberg,  shares what makes Newberg such a great spot to visit.  Taste Newberg is Newberg's Destination Marketing Organization, and it helps use tourists' dollars to benefit our town. In this episode you'll learn about the role of Taste Newberg, how it benefits the community, and how it coordinates with Newberg's other organizations. We'll also discuss the role of short-term rentals and other lodging options when it comes to providing hospitality to a wide range of visitors. To learn more about Taste Newberg, visit: https://tastenewberg.com/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the Show.

In this episode, Young Life Area Director Michael Rilee shares how Young Life reaches young people where they are at and helps them grow in their relationship with Jesus. Michael also shares about the unique challenges of being a Christian organization that reaches young people who often don't share the same beliefs.To learn more about Young Life, visit https://younglife.org/about/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Winter Skyberg shares about the Buy Nothing groups in Newberg. The Buy Nothing project is a way for people to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through the "gift economy", where true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who are real-life neighbors. At first, Buy Nothing may look like another buy, sell, trade group, but it goes much deeper than that. In this episode we'll learn how these groups help us grow together as neighbors, and how they teach us that there's no shame in asking.To learn more about Newberg's Buy Nothing groups, check out the links below:Buy Nothing Newberg (North)Buy Nothing Newberg (South)buynothingproject.orgThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode,  Stefanny Caballero,  Executive Director of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation, will share the story of Virginia Garcia. We will also learn about how the health center got started, who it serves, and the critical role it plays in our community. Stefanny will also share about an upcoming expansion that will allow the health center to provide even more much-needed care to our most vulnerable populations.To learn more, visit virginiagarcia.orgThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish share the story of their parents, Ken and Joan Austin. Ken and Joan founded the dental equipment company A-dec, which is now the largest employer in Yamhill County, and were also behind the Allison Inn and Spa, which is now the number one hotel in Oregon. Ken and Joan were also well known for their major contributions to the Newberg community through their Foundations.In this episode you will also learn:What it was like growing up in the Austin familyHow Austin Industries works together with the Austin Family FoundationNext steps in the Springbrook Master PlanHow the A-dec Way turned a small dental company into an international leaderThe story behind Ken Austin's book, American Dreamers Ken and Loni's personal entrepreneurial journeysHow the 3rd generation of the Austin/Parrish family are continuing Ken and Joan's legacyAnd much more!To learn more about the Austin Family Foundation, visit https://austinfamilyfoundation.comSupport the show

In this episode, Diane Reynolds shares the origin story of Provoking Hope, an organization that Diane founded in Yamhill County that helps individuals and families dealing with addiction through peer-based support and mentors. You'll also learn how Diane's life and career took some unexpected turns that led her to where she is today, how Provoking Hope uses a powerful approach to bring real transformation, Diane's thoughts on Measure 110 which legalized drugs in Oregon, and some exciting plans in the works for Provoking Hope.To learn more about Provoking Hope, visit their website here.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Tiquette Bramlett shares her philosophy about how to be a good neighbor and friend. She also shares her story of moving to Oregon and how she came to be the first black woman hired to run a winery in the country.Tiquette has numerous accomplishments and awards, including making USA Today's list of Women of the Year in 2023, being named one of Portland Business Journals 2023 Women of Influence, and winning 2023's Wine Country Award for Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce, just to name a few. Tiquette founded Our Legacy Harvested, which is a nonprofit serving the BIPOC community within the wine industry, and currently serves as Vice President of Chosen Family Wines.To learn more about Chosen Family Wines, visit their website here.To learn more about Our Legacy Harvested, visit their website here.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Daniel is joined by his parents as they discuss the origins of The Giving Town Podcast and The Joyful Roberts Group. They also talk about serving Newberg as a family, what it's like working with family, what makes Newberg so special, and the importance of taking initiative.Daniel and his parents, John and Karen Roberts, work together as a real estate team and serve Newberg through volunteering at nonprofits, holding leadership positions on various boards and committees, and helping their clients navigate the process of buying and selling homes.To learn more about The Joyful Roberts Group, visit https://www.thejoyfulrobertsgroup.com/Support the show

In this episode, we'll be covering what's happened since Will was last on the podcast, the city council's yearly goals, the city's goal to reduce debt, and most importantly how new changes in the city's System Development Charges (SDCs) will allow for more affordable housing, more business, and more childcare in Newberg.We also discuss in-depth how SDCs work, how they are calculated, and why these changes are such a big deal for Newberg.If you have questions about SDCs or would like to contact Will, you can reach him at Will.Worthey@newbergoregon.govThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

The Newberg-Dundee Police Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding the Newberg-Dundee Police Department. In this episode, Jim Wheaton, current president of the Newberg-Dundee police Foundation shares how the Foundation supports the police department and ultimately helps Newberg and Dundee be safer cities to live in.  To learn more about the Newberg-Dundee Police Foundation, visit https://www.newberg-dundeepolicefoundation.org/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

For over 40 years, Alvin Elbert has been serving the Newberg community with ARE Manufacturing. Alvin was also instrumental in the creation and development of Tiger Manufacturing, a manufacturing business at Newberg High School that is run by students at NHS. Alvin continues to pour into these students and the community, though most of his work is done behind the scenes. Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce also awarded Alvin as the 2016 Citizen of the Year for all of his community efforts.In this episode, Alvin shares the story of ARE Manufacturing, his motivation for mentoring young people, the origins of Tiger Manufacturing, and what lies ahead for both businesses. To learn more about ARE Manufacturing and Tiger Manufacturing, visit https://www.aremanufacturing.com/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Alfredo Moreno, Community Relations Manager at PCC shares how after being open for about a year after the COVID-19 pandemic, PCC is looking to expand its enrollment, get community feedback, and once again become a thriving center of affordable education in Newberg. We also discuss the history of PCC, its role in our community, what role community colleges play in education as well as his thoughts on what the future holds.If you would like to learn more about PCC Newberg, would like to provide course recommendations, or are interested in teaching a course, you can contact Alfredo at alfredo.moreno1@pcc.edu.If you're interested in getting each episode sent to your inbox when it comes out,  you can subscribe here.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Whether you know Jim McMaster as the water polo coach who won dozens of state championships, the CPRD parks supervisor who successfully implemented multiple parks and projects around Newberg, or as an active Rotarian, Jim is a beloved and well-known figure in our community.  In this episode, Jim shares what led to his success in water polo and the parks and recreation district. You'll also hear about his work through Rotary and his hopes for the Newberg-Dundee Bypass trail. Jim currently sits on the board of CPRD. You can contact him about CPRD-related issues at jmcmaster@board.cprdnewberg.org.If you're interested in getting each episode sent to your inbox when it comes out,  you can subscribe here.Special thanks to Chehalem Property Management for sponsoring this episode. All sponsorship dollars go directly towards promoting this episode to the Newberg Community.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Executive Director of the Chehealm Valley Chamber of Commerce (CVCC), Scott Parker,  shares how our Chamber of Commerce supports our community. In this episode, you will learn:The role CVCC plays in our communityWhat Scott has learned since he started in this roleExciting new announcementsHow CVCC can help your business growAnd much more!If you're interested in learning more about CVCC or are interested in becoming a member, you can visit their website at https://www.chehalemvalley.org/If you're interested in getting each episode sent to your inbox when it comes out,  you can subscribe here.Special thanks to First Federal for sponsoring this episode. All sponsorship dollars go directly towards promoting this episode to the Newberg Community.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Chris Murphy and Ciaran Hynes share how the Newberg Peace Garden provides a space for peace and healing for Newberg's community. In this episode, you will learn:The vision behind the Newberg Peace Garden and how the idea startedHow Newberg Peace Garden is designed to facilitate a peaceful environmentWhy this work is importantWhere the project is todayHow the community can get involvedIf you're interested in learning more about Newberg Peace Garden or are interested in status updates, you can visit the Newberg Peace Garden Facebook page.If you're interested in getting each episode sent to your inbox when it comes out,  you can subscribe here.This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker shares about his childhood growing up in Newberg, what it was like running for mayor, and several things that he and the city council are working to accomplish in Newberg. We also discussed SDCs, the cost of doing business in Newberg, the old paper mill, United as Neighbors, and homelessness. This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

In this episode, Susan Sokol Blosser shares about her experience in the wine industry as one of the early pioneers and how that ultimately led to her founding Yamhill Enrichment Society (YES). Yamhill Enrichment Society's mission is to transform the lives of Yamhill County children through literacy and music enrichment without regard to the child's religion, race, ethnicity, language, citizenship, gender status, or ability to pay.You can learn more at yamhillenrichmentsociety.orgTo learn more about Susan Sokol Blosser and purchase her books, visit www.susansokolblosser.comThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

While some people may believe that women have the same opportunities as men and that women and men now are on an even playing field in society, the unfortunate reality is that we still have a ways to go. Women, especially single mothers and women heads of households still face an uphill battle that we'll be talking about during this episode. And that's where Soroptimist International comes in. Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girlswith access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment.Their Vision is that Women and girls will have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams. In this episode, Jackie Lane and Debby Liew from Soroptimist International of Chehalem Valley will share how they are working to achieve this.To learn more about Soroptimist International of Chehalem Valley, visit https://www.sicv.org/herstoryThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Dr. Phillips was the first black professor at George Fox University and her kids were the first black students to enroll in Newberg's public schools, back when racism was much more prevalent than today. But despite the opposition and racism she and her family faced, Dr. Phillips decided to respond with love and forgiveness and continues to facilitate reconciliation to this day. Dr. Phillips has also written numerous books and founded Women, Men, Youth of Purpose International. In today's conversation, Dr. Phillips and I discuss her life growing up, how she got to Newberg, her favorite books, and how her organization is touching lives today.For more information about Men, Women, and Youth of Purpose International, visit https://wmyopi.comThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To learn more about the Living in Newberg YouTube Channel, click the link above.Support the show

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. In this episode, Newberg Kiwanis Club members Kevin Purcell and Rick Lee share what Kiwanis is all about. They also share some of the projects Kiwanis has been involved with and how the community can get involved as well.To learn more about Kiwanis, visit https://www.newbergkiwanis.org/ This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. Support the show

For nearly 100 years, the people of Newberg have celebrated the Newberg Old Fashioned Festival in one form or another. This 4-day festival is a time for the community in and around Newberg to come together and celebrate all of the things that make our town such a wonderful place. Between the carnival, parades, food vendors, display booths, music and dancing, various contests, and many other activities, there will be something for every single person to enjoy!In this episode I'm talking with Newberg Old Fashioned Festival president Richard Silver about this festival—what it is, how it started, why it's important for our community, along with an overview of what to expect at the festival itself. You find the schedule of events along with each event description at http://www.newbergoldfashionedfestival.org/To get involved with the Newberg Old Fashioned Festival, contact noff.president@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. Support the show

Yoop! is a program that helps youth in Yamhill County who are low-income and have barriers to education or employment. In this episode, Program Manager Charlie Rice shares how Yoop! provides a variety of services to help youth overcome these barriers and achieve their goals, including help completing their high school diploma or GED, pursuing career pathways, and assistance with job soft skills, resume building, job searching, and interview skills. To learn more about Yoop! visit: https://www.myyoop.org/about/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts.Support the show

Love INC Newberg is a nonprofit organization that partners with local churches and agencies to help people in need. Love INC goes far beyond meeting immediate and tangible needs by striving to help people find lasting change and transformation. In this episode, Executive Director Thomas Bellomo and I discuss Love INC and the central role it plays in Newberg. We also talk about redemptive compassion and what it means as we relate to those in need around us.To learn more about Love INC, visit https://www.loveincnewberg.org/This episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts.Support the show

Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue (TVF&R) is Oregon's largest fire and rescue district, serving over half a million residents in an area covering 390 square miles. In 2018, Newberg was officially annexed into TVF&R's service area and now benefits from the sophistication, technology, and coordination of a large fire and rescue service while maintaining the culture and community involvement of Newberg's previous fire and rescue service.In this episode, Public Affairs Manager Stefan Myers and I discuss the role of TVF&R in our community, some of TVF&R's history, safety tips, a day in the life of a firefighter, common misconceptions, and more.To learn more about TVF&R, visit https://www.tvfr.com/93/About-TVFRThis episode is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team.Support the show

In 1986, a group of clever-minded women in Newberg were tired of not being allowed to join the other local service clubs in town and decided to create their own club. They wanted a place to learn about important issues of the day and also have a place to discuss those issues. And thus, Newberg City Club was born. After nearly 40 years, Newberg City Club is still accomplishing its mission and has featured many prominent guests as you'll learn in the episode. In this episode, Newberg City Club President Kat Ricker shares about the club's history, the important role it serves in Newberg, and how Newberg residents can benefit by getting involved.To learn more about Newberg City Club, you can visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NewbergCityClub/The Joyful Roberts Group The Joyful Roberts Group is a real estate team led by Daniel Roberts, host of The Giving Town.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

If you're a high school student—or a parent of a high school student—you know how expensive it can be to have your kids in sports, or really any extracurricular activity. And while schools have budgets for these activities, it's not near enough to cover all of the expenses. Newberg's school district is no different, which is where the Newberg Booster Club comes in. The booster club is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to support all of the athletic and extracurricular activities at Newberg High School. It's also a parent group for all the students at NHS where you can make friends, have fun, and find support while working to give every student a positive high school experience. In this episode, Booster Club President Jen Yahn and I discuss how the Booster Club got started, why there is such a need, ways to get involved, and more!To learn more, visit: https://www.newbergboosters.com/aboutThe Joyful Roberts Group The Joyful Roberts Group is a real estate team led by Daniel Roberts, host of The Giving Town.Support the show

In this episode, Aubrey Nichols, Executive Director of Newberg Downtown Coalition (NDC), shares how this organization supports local businesses in the Newberg downtown core.In this fun and engaging episode, you'll learn the answers to the following questions (and more!):What is the Downtown Coalition and how did it get started?What area does the NDC affect?What is the main role of NDC?What is the "Stable Table" of Newberg?How did Aubrey get involved?What are some events and/or projects NDC has that Newberg residents should know about?How can the community learn more or get involved?To learn more about Newberg NDC, visit https://newbergdowntown.org/The Joyful Roberts Group The Joyful Roberts Group is a real estate team led by Daniel Roberts, host of The Giving Town.Support the show

Whether you're a cat lover or a dog lover, we can all agree that animals should be treated humanely. But unfortunately, not all animals are. Every day, cats and dogs are abused, abandoned, or left out on the street to fend for themselves. Today I'm talking to Ronnie Vostinak, Executive Director of Homeward Bound Pets Humane Society, which is Oregon's first no-kill animal shelter. Homeward Bound takes in these animals and cares for them until they are adopted by a new family. In this episode, we'll cover how Homeward Bound Pets Humane Society got started, why there is such a need for shelters like this and some exciting plans for Homeward Bound's future.To learn more about Homeward Bound Pets Humane Society, visit https://hbpets.org/To learn about ways to get involved, email Development@HBPets.orgAs mentioned in the episode, you can check out The Joyful Roberts YouTube Channel here.The Joyful Roberts Group The Joyful Roberts Group is a real estate team led by Daniel Roberts, host of The Giving Town.Support the show

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Phillips shares about his first year as Superintendent of Newberg's school district and why he believes there is hope for the district's future. In 2022, Dr. Phillips (or Steve, as he prefers to be called) joined the school district during a season of heavy controversy, turmoil, and staff turnover. While there were many challenges faced at the beginning of the school year, Steve says he and his family are happy and that he has a bright outlook for the future. Steve also addressed concerns that parents have, misconceptions about the district, ways the community can get involved, and what it will take to help our students thrive.In addition, Steve shared about the upcoming school board election and the forum event on April 15th, 2023 where the community can hear directly from the candidates. It is extremely important for the whole community to vote, so please get informed!*Correction note: The interview with Newberg's previous superintendent, Dr. Joe Morelock is Season 1, episode 18. You can listen to that episode here.As mentioned in the episode, you can check out The Joyful Roberts YouTube Channel here.The Joyful Roberts Group The Joyful Roberts Group is a real estate team led by Daniel Roberts, host of The Giving Town.Support the show

In part 2 of this live-recorded episode, Daniel interviews a panel of representatives from four of Newberg's service clubs. This was done in partnership with Leadership Chehalem Valley, which you can learn more about at the link below.In this episode, you'll learn about the inner workings of both of Newberg's Rotary clubs, in addition to Soroptimists and Kiwanis. By the end, you may find you want to join one of the clubs!For more information, visit the links below:Leadership Chehalem Valley:https://www.chehalemvalley.org/leadership-chehalem-valley/Kiwanis:https://www.newbergkiwanis.org/Newberg Rotary Early Bird Club:https://newbergrotaryearlybirds.org/Newberg Rotary Noon Club:https://www.newbergrotary.org/Soroptimist:https://www.sicv.org/As mentioned in the episode, you can check out The Joyful Roberts YouTube Channel here.The Joyful Roberts Group The Joyful Roberts Group is a real estate team led by Daniel Roberts, host of The Giving Town.Support the show