Episode 33

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25th Nov 2025

Meet Your Neighbor... Ladies of Westbrook Toy Drive

Show Description – Ladies of Westbrook Toy Drive (Featuring Margie & Lynn)

In this special Thanksgiving-week episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Steve sits down with Margie Newman and Lynn Greer, two remarkable women who help lead one of Westbrook Village’s most meaningful holiday traditions: the Ladies of Westbrook Toy Drive.

What began as a simple idea has grown into a powerful annual gathering where neighbors come together, share a meal, and fill the stage with toys for children in need. Each year, the mountain of gifts grows higher, reflecting the generosity, heart, and community spirit that define Westbrook Village.

In today’s episode, Margie and Lynn share the origins of the Toy Drive, how the event has evolved, and the emotional impact it has both on the volunteers and the families who benefit. Their warmth, kindness, and servant-hearted leadership shine through every moment of this conversation.

Released just days before Thanksgiving, this episode is a celebration of gratitude, giving, and the power of a community that always shows up for others. Whether you’ve attended the Toy Drive or you’re hearing about it for the first time, this story will remind you what the holiday season is truly about.

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About the Podcast

Meet Your Neighbor
Realtor Steve Podcast
Meet Your Neighbor is a storytelling podcast that brings neighbors together through conversation. Everyone has a story, and this is your chance to share yours—or hear the incredible journeys of those living around you. From career paths and hometown roots to life’s biggest adventures and toughest challenges, each episode dives into the experiences that make every neighbor unique. Whether you’re listening for inspiration, connection, or just a great story, Meet Your Neighbor is where the voices of the community come to life.

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steve merila

Steve Merila — Host, Meet Your Neighbor
As Realtor Steve, I’ve learned that real estate is about more than houses — it’s about people, stories, and the connections that make a community feel like home. That belief inspired Meet Your Neighbor, a podcast where I sit down with the incredible residents of Westbrook Village to share their journeys, passions, and what brought them here.
Each episode is a genuine, easygoing conversation — like chatting over coffee with a friend — that reminds us how special this community truly is. My goal is simple: to help people connect, feel seen, and celebrate the amazing neighbors who make Westbrook Village one of a kind.