RICHMOND HILL GETS TOP GRADES! The Town of Richmond Hill is top of the class when compared to 50 other cities across seven different categories (Society, Health, Economy, Environment, Education, Innovation and Housing) according to the Conference Board of Canada’s new Report... more
The Richmond Hill Women's Networking Association Wed Jan 20 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Women's Networking Association organizes monthly meetings.
This month's social evening is being hosted by Scholar's Education Centre and owner Rajinie Fernando.
The evening will begin with Mercedes Cobham leading a... more
Renaming Highway 7 to Avenue 7 Mon Jan 18 - Wed Jan 20 The Regional Municipality of York to hold public consultations on renaming Highway 7 to Avenue 7
Consultations to be held in Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan
NEWMARKET – The Regional Municipality of York will host three public consultation... more
"We Had the Best Day Ever." - Discover Open House & Tour Thu Jan 21 / 10:00am - 12:00pm “We Had the Best Day Ever.” ~ Is there anything better for a parent than those moments when a child's passion for learning is sparked? Richland Academy is having a Tour and Discover Open House to show how they have the children going home... more
Lose your fear of Public Speaking - a seminar presented by SBEC Thu Jan 21 / 8:30am - 10:30am Communication is key. Whether it’s getting heard in meetings, giving powerful presentations or speaking on the phone – your voice must communicate effectively in both social and business settings.
Join broadcaster and Vocal Coach Earl Sk... more
Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Presentation and Complimentary Gourmet Lunch Thu Jan 21 / 12:00pm - 2:00pm You are cordially invited to register for a complimentary gourmet lunch and presentation on Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning, offered by Alex Bril, CFP
The presentation will cover:> Decreasing your investment risks whilst increasing your pro... more
Marion Bridge ~ presented by The Curtain Club Thu Jan 21 / 8:00pm - Sat Jan 23 / 8:00pm Marion Bridge has been moved to the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts due to renovation delays at The Curtain Club.
Marion Bridge is a hopeful, moving, and often funny family drama about reconciling past grievances, making... more
Tales and Tastes from Egypt at Loblaw cooking school Thu Jan 21 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Join Chef Kathleen Guthrie to indulge in the tastes of land of the pharaohs.
On the menu tonight is:> Ful Medames (cooked fava beans in sauce) which is a very filling national dish of Egypt that's often eaten for breakfast > exquisitely s... more
Robbie Burns' Night at St. Matthew's United Church Sat Jan 23 / 6:00pm All are invited to St. Matthew's United Church's Robbie Burns' Night! They are having a Scottish dinner and entertainment.
Tickets: Limited number of tickets available. Adults $20, 13 and under $10.Limited availability. Please conta... more
Indoor Southern-Style BBQ Cooking Class Mon Jan 25 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Don't like to barbecue in the winter? No problem.
Let Elise Burton show you how to create a finger-lickin’ Southern BBQ dinner any time of the year, right in your kitchen!
Elise's barbecue banquet will feature:> fall-off-the-bone tender &l... more
Employee Engagement - a Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn Tue Jan 26 / 12:00pm - 2:00pm The business community is invited to a Lunch & Learn Seminar on employee engagement. This is a presentation for both small and larger businesses and has been organized by the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce.
The seminar is presented by t... more
Mind Body and Soul - a talk about Isagenix Tue Jan 26 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm This week Mind Body and Soul has invited Teresa Van Hoesen.
Teresa has been a licensed Holistic Practitioner since 1995 and employs the following modalities: Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Massage, Ear Coning, Metamorphic Techinique, Reiki, Kunta (Russi... more
What are the police up to? 2010 Policing Priorities Wed Jan 27 / 1:00pm Chairman Danny Wheeler, York Regional Police Services Board and Chief Armand La Barge invite you to come out and hear the Chief and his team present the 2010 Policing Priorities at the Board’s meeting on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at 1 p.m.
H... more
AFV Breakfast Meeting Thu Jan 28 / 7:30am - 9:00am A New Year...A New Decade! Come out and make some New Connections!
This is a networking opportunity for businesses. There is an “Open Mike” period for introductions!
The AFV Network invites you to come out and network with other A... more
3 Seafood Sensations - Loblaw Cooking School Thu Jan 28 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Chef Jeffrey Marshall, Executive Chef of George Weston Ltd., prepares quick, simple and delicious dishes that are ideal for the busy home cook.
In tonight’s class Chef Jeffrey will prepare:> a hearty Potato & Cod Fish Chowder>... more
Experience Counts! Success Strategies for the Mature Worker Wed Jan 27 / 9:30am - Thu Jan 28 / 3:30pm Are you mtivated to work but can’t find a way to earn suitable living using your skills & experience?
If so, this empowering 2-Day Group Coaching Sessionis designed for you: Gain a better understanding of today’s new world of wor... more
Strategic Networking Fri Jan 29 / 9:30am - 3:30pm This advanced full-day experiential workshop builds on the fundamental face-to-face & virtual communication skills that you already possess, giving you a distinct boost to your search efforts for career direction & sustainable employment!
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Frank Spadone and the Doo Wops - An Evening of Comedy Fri Jan 29 / 8:00pm The local comedian, Frank Spadone, comes home to the Richmmond Hill Centre for Performing Arts. He is especially funny for the Italian community! See his web site www.frankspadone.com for a laugh.
The Doo Waps is the opening act.
The&nbs... more
Legion Open House and Jammin' Session Sat Jan 30 / 3:00pm The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 375, invites everyone and anyone to come to their Open House and Jammin’ Session.
You will meet some very friendly people who are committed to the betterment of our Veterans and other elements of our... more
Alzheimzer's 2010 Manulife Walk for Memories at Hillcrest Mall Sun Jan 31 / 9:00am The Manulife Walk For Memories is the largest fundraising event for the Alzheimer Societies in Ontario. The Walk events, hosted by Alzheimer Society Chapters in over 55 communities, including Richmond Hill,are dedicated to increasing awareness and ra... more
Choir Extravaganza! Sun Jan 31 / 7:00pm Arts Richmond Hill presents the 2010 Choir Extravaganza - 5 choirs sing as one!
The participating choirs are:
> Richmond Hill United Church Choir> Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Choir> McConaghy Seniors Choir> Harefentone German Male... more
Red Cross Babysitting Course offered on a PD Day Mon Feb 1 / 9:00am - 4:30pm A very productive way for the older student to spend their PD Day. The Red Cross Society is offering this course at their Oak Ridges office location
As parents of young children, you may want to encourage your favourite babysitte... more
Come out for a laugh! join Walk-in Laughter Club Mon Feb 1 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm Richmond Hill Walk-In Laughter Club next free session is on Monday 1, February 2010.
It is a good form of cardiovascular exercise for your mind, body and soul!
Walk in and experience the healing power of laughter and Breath Connect meditation techn... more
Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness - an interesting talk Mon Feb 1 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm This talk is the first in a continuing series to be held at the library. It will include a guided meditation and discussion, and is based on a book called the Eight Steps to Happiness by accomplished meditation master Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. He has wri... more
Mind Body and Soul - a yoga class and meditation Tue Feb 2 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm Sandra once again will take the group through her soothing, gentle yet rejuvenating yoga class.
Sandra McDowell holds a degree in psychology and women's studies. Kripalu yoga is "Yoga from the Heart". This series offers a soothing, gentle... more
Fresh Ideas for Starting a New Garden Tue Feb 2 / 8:00pm The Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society has invited landscape designer Stephanie Morris to present her Ten Tips for Success and Fresh Ideas for Starting a New Garden, and for renovating a tired one.
This is an ideal presentation ... more
Computer Basics - a free class offered at the Central Library Wed Feb 3 / 10:30am - 11:30am Computer phobic? Internet wary? You've waited long enough! Or maybe you know someone who is and would like to recommend that they overcome their fears
This class is a great way to enter the computer world through a friendly, hands-on class designed... more
Abbamania - now a benefit concert for the Haitian earthquake relief fund Fri Feb 5 / 8:00pm It just seems right that our night out at the theatre having lots of fun and enjoying the music from Abba should realize some hope for those who are no longer laughing and dancing in Haiti.
Please support George Vassos and Vass Entertainment's... more
National Engineering Month is celebrated with a student bridge building competition Sat Feb 27 / 11:00am - 4:00pm REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 10TH.
February is National Engineering Month - it is a celebration of engineering excellence.
The week between February 27th and March 6th 2010 in Ontario is dedicated to reaching out to young Canadians, to e... more
Red Cross First Aid Courses The York Region Red Cross Society is offering the two day first aid course many times this winter. There's no excuse not to get certified!January2nd & 3rd - Oakridges Location - 8:30 to 5:306th & 7th - Rexall Health Cent... more
OFFERING A HAND - the Alzheimer Society of York Region The Alzheimer’s Society of York Region has been busy for the last 25 years and, unfortunately, they expect to get busier. The recently released study, Rising Tide: The Impact of Dementia on Canadian Society presents some very compelling f... more
How To Become More Creative - thoughts by Valerie Kent Maybe you always wanted to be more creative and paint like a pro, taking a brush to paper as easily as a wave of your hand. You imagined yourself making the brush tip dance and leap over the paper and where it lands the most beautiful, colorful... more
Understanding and Creating Lasting Change It’s the middle of January and I can imagine that many of you reading this article have started (and ended) some important New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you wanted to change your eating habits, start exercising regularly, or cut back on T... more
Why does my coffee made at home not taste as good as the coffee shop's? I love the coffee at the corner café where I work, so I bought some beans home for my weekend. But the coffee does not taste the same like that at the café.
I wonder if this is just a bad experience and just limited to me.
I began my... more
