Published March 2025
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Spring has sprung in the Northern hemisphere, and the days are getting shorter Down Under, but everyone is enjoying the more temperate season – and we get together in our little corner of the internet to check in with Louis Ferreira, his friends and chosen charities. We have so many goodies for you this month, from the very newest to some early works, so grab an age appropriate pineapple cocktail at our virtual bar and come on in!
CHARITIES NEWS
Ability Online
Ability Online Annual Fundraiser – Save the date: Whiskey Tasting 2025
The goal is to raise money to support our safe, inclusive online communities. We welcome young people with disabilities and health challenges to connect with others, create positive friendships, and develop life skills. Thanks to friends like you – our supporters, donors, and sponsors – it’s free to join.
Event Details:
| Date: Thursday June 12, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Location: The Caledonian, 856 College St, Toronto | Dinner and Tasting: Three course dinner paired with some rare whiskies. Auction: Bid on some much coveted whiskies not found anywhere else, along with event tickets, weekend getaways and more! |
Click here to reserve your tickets!
Can’t make it but still want to support us? Become one of our “Fans of the cask” and get a tax receipt for your donation. Click here for our donation page.
Please also show your support by telling your friends and family about this event!
Women’s Month 2025
Celebrating the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women everywhere: past, present, and future.
Here’s to breaking barriers and shaping a brighter world!
We encourage you to take a moment to reflect and tell the amazing women in your life how important they are!
Donations to the general operating fund are always welcome, no matter how small! Click on the logo below to contribute!
Haven Toronto and St. Michael’s Homes
Haven Toronto is Canada’s only daytime shelter for elder homeless men.
We are proud of the work we do, and look forward to serving our members and community even more this year!
Interested in donating? Visit our website!
It is thanks to donations like yours that we are able to have the impact that we do.
Of course you can also give to the general operating fund of the organizations by clicking on the logos below.
Please note that you will be linked to our very own Ferreira Fest donations page which still bears the former name of the shelter – The Good Neighbours Club. Your donation will still arrive at Haven Toronto and St. Michael’s Homes.
We are excited to officially share with you that effective April 1, 2025 Haven Toronto will integrate with St. Michael’s Homes. Haven Toronto’s programs and services will not be affected in any way, and will continue to be provided from the current site at 170 Jarvis Street. This integration will allow St. Michael’s and Haven to more effectively fulfill their missions of providing community mental health and addiction
services to homeless and marginally housed elder men. To learn more about St. Michael’s Homes, please visit their website.
Please make your donations by clicking on the logos below.
The Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada
This International Women’s Day, we asked women who grew up in care one powerful question: If you knew then what you know now, what would you tell your younger self?
Their answers are filled with wisdom, resilience, and hard-earned truths—reminders that the challenges they’ve faced don’t define them, that they are not alone, and that healing is possible.
Below Brianna shares her message to her younger self—a reflection on the weight we carry, the power of letting go, and the strength found in being truly seen.
“If I knew then what I know now…
I would tell my younger self — and every young girl out there — that the weight you’re carrying right now won’t always feel this heavy. The things that feel like they’re crushing you, the moments that feel like they’ll define you forever — they lose some of their power with time.
As you get older, you start to realize you’re not alone in carrying these invisible loads. Everyone’s got something. And when you meet the right people — the ones who don’t just see the version of you you put out for the world, but the one that’s still learning how to breathe under all that weight — they help you unpack it.
You learn to make peace with the parts of your story that used to make you feel small. You learn that sharing your burdens doesn’t make you weaker —. And you see that you’re not meant to hold it all by yourself.
If I knew then what I know now, I’d remind myself that the weight gets lighter — not because life gets easier, but because you learn to let the things that hurt go.”
At Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada, we’re proud to partner with the Child Development Institute (CDI) to deliver Mothers in Mind as part of the Safe at Home project. This initiative supports mothers who have experienced intimate partner violence, helping them build confidence, manage stress, and strengthen bonds with their young children. Intimate partner violence can have lasting impacts on children, especially those under four. Safe at Home helps families heal, prevent future violence, and create safer, more nurturing homes.
Mothers in Mind, a 12-week program supports mothers in exploring the impact of trauma on their parenting and their relationship with their child in a safe and supportive environment. To date, 117 mothers and 114 children have participated through partnerships with five child welfare agencies including those that are Indigenous-led. By supporting programs like Mothers in Mind, we help families heal, grow, stay together and thrive. Learn more about how we’re working with the Child Development Institute to support families.
Read more about the many programs The Children’s Aid Foundation supports here, and donate to the general fund by clicking on the logo below.
SHOWS NEWS
House of David
There is so much buzz about Louis’ new series House of David that it’s difficult to keep track of everything. We’ve made it easy for you and collected the links to the most interesting and informative reports out there. This should keep you busy reading for a while, and there are also some lovely stills from the official trailers and some Behind-the-Scenes photos that Louis shared personally (Thanks, Louis!!). Enjoy!
House of David’s surprising film locations explored as fans hail ‘stunning’ series
Yes, some of it was filmed in Canada!
Amazon’s House of David Takes Biblical Speculative Fiction to the Next Level
House of David is a piece of historical fiction. It fills in the gaps of the biblical narrative, complementing what we do know with speculative elements.
Is House of David on Prime biblically accurate? Fact-checking all important details of the series
How biblically accurate is House Of David? Details revealed
– Includes a tidbit about Jesse not being overly fond of his son David.
Was David Actually an Illegitimate Child as ‘House of David’ Speculates?
Was David really the illegitimate son of Jesse (played by Louis Ferreira), or was this just something that the creators of the series came up with? Well, it’s a bit complicated, and both the Bible and Jewish tradition offer some perspective on the matter.
The Full Cast of House of David on Amazon Prime Video: All Main Actors & Characters (Photos)
(article also has a nice photo of Louis)
House of David Cast & Character Guide: Who Plays Who in the Prime Video Series?
Nice basic facts and cast list.
Michael Iskander talks about starring in ‘House of David’ on Prime Video
“One of the most incredible things that happened on day one was actor Louis Ferreira, who plays Jesse, David’s father, and one of his first lines is from the Scripture and he says ‘Be strong, have courage, do not fear for fear is the enemy, fear is a thief.’ I think that was very timely, especially since a lion attacks David’s flock and he has to face his fear and he has to face this lion.”
UB Spotlight + Preview: ‘House of David’ Launches Today on Prime
JESSE – Louis Ferreira
Jesse is the father of seven sons, three of whom are truly impressive. But David, the youngest, makes life very hard for him. Jesse’s greatest fear is loss, of losing more of the family he built with his beloved. Now he holds onto his family tight and none tighter than David. But he doesn’t have the strength or ability to fight destiny or the greatness in his youngest son.
On the Screen: ‘House of David’ a quality retelling of the old Testament King’s story (if a little different from the Bible)
The article also contains a trailer.
House of David: Prime’s Biblical Epic Set Against Greece’s Stunning Backdrop
Article has lots more details about shooting locations!
And here are a few episode recaps. Warning: these will contain massive spoilers!
House of David Episode 6 Recap: Things Get Goliath-Sized
House of David Brings Biblical Drama to Life With Tension and Music: Episode 4 Recap
House of David Season 1 Episode 3 Recap: A Story of Power, Destiny, and Unexpected Twists
House of David Premiere Recap: One King Rises, Another King Falls – episodes 1, 2, 3
Here are two trailers for the series:
And more good news:
House Of David Renewed For Season 2 By Prime Video
Season 2 will follow the aftermath of the battle between David and Goliath and David’s rise to the throne. As he navigates palace politics, his family’s jealousy and a growing romance, David steps deeper into his destiny and learns what it means to become a great leader.
House of David Renewed for Second Season
The article contains nice photos, a visual family tree of David and a character list:
JESSE – Louis Ferreira
Jesse is the father of seven sons, three of whom are truly impressive. But David, the youngest, makes life very hard for him. Jesse’s greatest fear is loss, of losing more of the family he built with his beloved. Now he holds onto his family tight and none tighter than David. But he doesn’t have the strength or ability to fight destiny or the greatness in his youngest son.
Stay tuned for screen caps in an upcoming Ferreira Fest!
Shōgun
PopMagz has a nice article about the first season of Shōgun – Louis played the captain of The Black Ship, Captain Ferreira, in the epic series based on the book by James Clavell.
Incidentally, our friend Aryn Mott (scroll down to get one of their daily helpful hints) was the Intimacy coach for the series.
Read the article here:
Shogun Season 1 Recap: Toranaga’s Masterful Political Gambit
Urban Angel
A few rare images of the early series Urban Angel have just surfaced online – cast and crew photos as well as photos of Louis with his colleagues. Enjoy!
SCREEN CAPS
From the most recent works to one of the earliest, as we honor the discovery of some gorgeous old cast photos! This month we have 843 screen caps from the Urban Angel season 2 episode 3 Angele, in which the plight of a teenage runaway accused of murder hits home with Victor Torres (Louis Ferreira).
Here is a direct link to the album, or click on the screen cap below to see the entire collection: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YIM9uLNk0rgLZ-wbkbSjq7rK6y0U4GGw?usp=sharing
PHOTOS
Jackie shared some photos of her and Louis traveling in Europe in between Louis’ filming days for House of David in Greece. Thanks, Jackie!
THE 4th READING SERIES: MR. MUGS – ROCKETS AWAY!
The fourth monthly reading series continues in Mr. Mugs – Rockets Away! – Part 2 by Martha Kambeitz and Denise Burns.
Unlike previous readers, this volume was published as a hardcover book within the Level 3 series of the Mr. Mugs readers. It was originally released in 1968. The Mr. Mugs books have been out of print for many years but occasionally you can find them on eBay, Amazon Marketplace or various other antique book dealers.
Louis credits the Mr. Mugs books series with helping him to learn English at a very young age.
You can listen to all the previous book readings under the Reading Series Tab, and you can read and listen to the first half of this book here. https://www.louisferreira.org/the-4th-reading-series/
Here is this month’s chapter.
Listen to the sound clip here:
Chapter 56: The Guess Who Zoo, Part 3 (continued)
… to be continued next month!
“Look! Look at me!” said a funny animal.
The boys and girls liked its funny ears and its long neck.
“Guess!
Guess!
What am I?”
it asked.
“Do you know?”
“Is that a giraffe?”
asked Mrs. Day.
“Yes, yes!
A funny giraffe!”
cried the boys
and girls.
FRIENDS NEWS
Alaina Huffman
Alaina managed to get on the cover of THREE magazines! Check them out! There is nothing holding this mom of four back! Click on the images to see more of those photo shoots.
Aryn Mott
Aryn is an Intimacy Coordinator and Mental Health Professional in the Vancouver area. Intimacy coordinators are intimacy professionals who work on film, television, and performance capture projects.
Aryn shares daily helpful videos on how to cope with stressful situations, both on the job and in everyday life.
Walk It Off: A Simple Reset for Your Nervous System
Sometimes, our bodies hold onto activation from social interactions, stress, or performance work—like an energy that needs somewhere to go. One of the simplest ways to regulate? Walking.
Getting outside, moving your body, and pairing it with mindful breath gives your system a way to dissipate excess energy and reset. I did this Wednesday night at an opening when I felt a bit of social anxiety—just stepping outside, breathing intentionally, and letting movement help my body settle made a huge difference.
Click on the screen cap to watch the video!
Try it:
Take a walk, even just around the block.
Breathe deeply—inhale through the nose, exhale through the mouth.
Notice how your body feels as you move—your feet on the ground, the air around you.
Your body wants to regulate; sometimes, it just needs a little help.
Greyston Holt
Greyston was cast in the new series Neagley ! He writes:
“Absolutely thrilled to be working with such an insanely talented cast and creative team. Pinching myself daily.”
From Variety Magazine:
Now officially titled Neagley, the series will star Greyston Holt as Detective Hudson Riley.
Neagley is a spinoff from the hit series Reacher.
Congrats on the new gig, Greyston!
official logline:
Frances Neagley is a private investigator in Chicago. When she learns that a beloved friend from her past has been killed in a suspicious accident, she becomes hell-bent on justice. Using everything she’s learned from Jack Reacher and her time as a member of the 110 Special Investigators, Neagley puts herself on a dangerous path to uncover a menacing evil.
Reacher has proven to be a breakout hit for Amazon since its original debut back in 2022. The third season of the series debuted on February 20, with a fourth season already in the works.
Patrick Gilmore
Patrick is currently starring in the spooky series School Spirits! It’s streaming on Paramount Plus.
Click to watch a great character montage!
Click to watch another character montage!
Patrick as Mr. Anderson/ Martin with a deadly weapon!
Here’s a great clip of Patrick getting his makeup for that scene. He writes:
“I’m so grateful for our exceptional Hair/ Make Up team. Their artistry and patience dealing with hours of me in the chair has been integral to School Spirits’ chilling success!”
Eric Banerd
Eric’s company Even Better Painting is starting to ramp up their outdoor projects as the warmer season approaches, but indoor spaces always need updating too!
Transform your business with a fresh coat of paint! Experience the clean before-and-after difference firsthand with Even Better Painting!
Thinking about a New Color? Repairs? Let’s chat!
GET A FREE QUOTE TODAY!
www.ebpainting.ca
(604) 359 7979
This home went from dull and outdated to bold and beautiful with a flawless new paint job. A sharp contrast, crisp lines, and a fresh pop of color. Proof that the right paint can completely transform a space.
Is your home next? Let’s make it happen!
Contact us now for a flawless, professional finish that transforms your house!
This commercial washroom went from dull and patchy to bold and professional with a stunning blue accent wall.
At Even Better Painting, we specialize in high-quality commercial interior painting that enhances the look and feel of your business. Whether it’s an office, retail space, or restaurant, we bring the best results every time!
Jennifer Spence
Jen Spence has mastered the art of recoiling—even when she’s trying not to laugh. As The Trades returns for Season 2 on Crave Canada, she shares with Bill Harris how she keeps a straight face (or tries to).
Read the full story on The Lede!
Here’s the season 2 poster for The Trades.
“What a banger of a night – love you Sarnia! Thanks for helping us premiere episodes 1 & 2 of The Trades (now streaming on Crave Canada). Next 2 episodes drop Friday, March 21st!”
Learn more about the new characters on season 2 of The Trades (Jen introduces one of them): Chelsea (Jen Spence) has a new nemesis – Jenn Conch. Click on Jen to watch the clip!
Peter Kelamis
Peter is making the rounds on the convention circuit. Try to catch The KLAM at a con sometime – he is absolutely hilarious!
This weekend he’s also signing autographs at the Nerd Blvd store in Houston TX – stop by if you’re in the area!
Check out the KLAM booth at Dragonball Z Con in Los Angeles, and a poster from Spinny Brand 2025 in Arlington!
Bradley Stryker
It’s hard to keep up with Bradley who does more films than anyone else on the planet! Here are three recent ones to catch up on.
“Had an amazing time at Nevermore Film Festival this weekend accepting the award for Best Short Film for Dog People – it was definitely a crowd favorite!”
Bradley was at the Days of the Dead Film Festival 2025 in Atlanta last month with his latest horror movie Terrifier 3.
“Thank you, NYCIFF, for hosting our film LA JESUS! Had an amazing time celebrating the work of so many writers and directors!”
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