"Not only is there a right to be happy, there is a duty to be happy. So much sadness exists in the world that we are all under obligation to contribute as much joy as lies within our powers"
This newsletter lists the events for the next 2 weeks. Please visit the web site www.OnRichmondhill.com to see what is happening after February 10th.
Skating at the Mill Pond Enjoy the winter! Come for a great skate at the Mill Pond - corner of Mill Street and Trench
Skate Changing Area &nb... 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
New Year's Resolution: Living Greener Wed Jan 27 / 7:00pm The Richmond Hill Federal Greens is having a general meeting that they've titled "New Year's Resolution: Living Greener"
Speakers will talk about how they have changed their ways in the workplace and home to reduce waste and use less energy.... 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
Markham Executive Offices invite their Richmond Hill neigbhours Thu Jan 28 / 5:30pm - 7:30pm Business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to Markham Executive Offices for the Markham Board of Trade After-Hours Networking.
This is a good opportunity to see what business is like on the east side of the 404!
Registration is requir... more
Sharing Circle - is just beginning at Living Free Wellness Thu Jan 28 / 8:00pm A Sharing Circle will begin at Living Free Wellness
This is with the intention to connect, open up and discuss many things with an open heart in an open forum.
By sharing our experiences honestly and openly we can assist each other in opening... more
Seminar on Buddhism Thu Jan 28 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm A free seminar on Buddhism as a life philosophy to achieve genuine happiness.
Presented by SGI Canada. Here is their web site www.sgicanada.org
No charge to attend this event
Location: Richmond Hill Central Library - Room A ... 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
Pinkalicious - The Musical ~ comes to the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Sat Oct 10 / 11:00am - Sun Mar 21 / 1:00pm Direct from Off-Broadway, Vital Theatre Company's presents this original musical, based on the New York Times best-selling children's book by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann. Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes. After ea... 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
Is Our Universe Designed? a RH Christian Community Church presentation Sat Jan 30 / 5:15pm Is Our Universe Designed? Or did we accidentally win the lottery?
This is a presentation put on by the Science & Faith committee of RHCCC featuring Dr. Robert Mann, professor of Physics and Applied Mathematics from the University of Waterloo.
T... 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
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
ARTS RICHMOND HILL MUSIC FESTIVAL GALA CONCERT Sun Jan 31 / 1:30pm The Music Festival Gala Concert will showcase the selected winners from the competition last month.
These performers will have the opportunity to play the beautiful nine foot Steinway Grand Piano!
Tickets: $20.00 adults, $10.00 senior/stu... 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
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
Richmond Hill Initiative for Haiti Relief Mon Feb 1 / 6:30pm Reza Moridi, MPP Richmond Hill, has organzed a special fundraiser for relief for the Haiti Earthquake Disaster.
He is inviting everyone to meet with him and drop off their donations at Shiraz restaurant.
Light refreshments will be served
Please ma... 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
Growth Financing - Where It is & How to Get It Tue Feb 2 / 5:30pm - 7:30pm Markham Executive Offices is hosting the Markham Small Business Networking Group and would like to invite the Richmond Hill business owners and entrepreneurs.
Topic: Growth Financing, Where It is & How to Get It
Featured speaker: Catarina... 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
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
Eating Disorders: Fact & Fiction Wed Feb 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm What causes an eating disorder?
Why is it so hard to recover from an eating disorder?
A panel of experts in the field will introduce new findings about eating disorders and their treatment, as well as resources for individuals with an eating disord... more
OFFERING A HAND - Eating Disorders of York Region Eating Disorders of York Region (EDOYR) is a regisitered non-profit organization incorporated in 2004 by families who recognized the need for support for individuals striving to overcome an eating disorder, and for their fami... 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
Life Skills for Today's Women - a program presented by Jewish Family Services Wed Feb 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This is a six session group for women wanting to discuss relevant issues and wanting to make a change in their lives.
Topics include:> Time and stress management> building self esteem> assertiveness and improving> communication skills.... more
Toastmaster Open House Wed Feb 3 / 12:00pm - 1:15pm Want to stand out when you speak? Learn to be a better communicator or presenter?
Destiny Toastmasters invites you to their Open House at the Marriott Courtyard Toronto Markham (near Leslie and Hwy 7)
Wed. Feb. 3rd,... more
Girls from the North Country Thu Feb 4 / 8:00pm The Canadian landscape has long been an inspiration to some of the world's great singer songwriters.
Keeping that tradition alive in 'Girls From The North Country', Canadian duo Dala with special guests The Good Lovelies and Oh Susanna pay homage to... 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
The Richmond Hill Winter Carnival - at the Mill Pond Fri Feb 5 - Sun Feb 7 The Richmond Hill Winter Carnival is a weekend of affordable fun and entertainment
For the past 42 years this event has been run by community volunteers and generously funded by local sponsors.
Some of the highlights at this upcoming event include:... more
A meeting for Veteran's and their advocates Sun Feb 7 / 1:00pm A meeting will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 375 for all Canadian Allied Veterans, their families and/or their advocates.
This meeting has been arranged with a Member of Parliament and Veterans to discuss any questions, concerns... more
English High Tea - served in Richmond Hill! Sat Feb 6 / 1:30pm - 4:30pm English High Tea will be served! This year we are featuring the charming music of the Dulcimer.
Listen to the smooth tones as you chat with friends, sip tea from china cups and enjoy a selection of home made scones, finger sandwiches, and desserts.... more
An Introduction To Mindfulness Meditation Sat Feb 6 / 10:00am - 11:30am Mindfulness Meditation is a traditional technique of mind-body awareness that is part of Buddhist monastic practice. This form of meditation has become widely used as a means for developing relaxation and reducing stress. Mindfulness meditation is ea... more
Oak Ridges Trail Association is hiking at Lake Wilcox Mon Feb 8 / 9:30am Start the week off with a hike at Lake Wilcox!
This is a 6 km., 2.5 hr.done at a slow pace.
Please meet at the main Sunset Beach parking lot west off Bethesda Side Rd.
Depending on ice conditions a significant length of the hike will be... more
D.A.N.I. Gala & Community Celebration with appearance by Justin Hines! Mon Feb 8 / 7:00pm This is a special celebration for Jewish youth with special needs.
Featuring the music of:> Peter Bloom> EliDavid> Jacob Feldman> Moshe Hammerand Justin Hines!!!
Silent auction:unique D.A.N.I. pendant designed by Jeff Morrison
Tic... more
Thai One On - a hands on cooking class at Loblaw Cooking School Tue Feb 9 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Tonight George Brown Chef Rosemary Lee will teach you how to make a delicious Thai meal!
This will consist of > mouthwatering Hot and Sour Prawn Soup> tasty Grilled Beef Salad> succulent Chicken with Spicy Lemongrass & Coconut Sauce
Ro... more
Blue Collar Layoffs : The End Or The Beginning? Tue Feb 9 / 6:00pm - 8:30pm Did you work in the manufacturing sector and lose your job? Or are you fearful that you will be laid off soon?
Karin Lindner from Karico Solutions offers an empowering workshop to help you move forward with your life.
Admission is free
Location:&n... more
Art Contest at Hillcrest - come judge! Hillcrest Centre Court has an art show and invites the public to vote for their favourite piece. Talented grade 9 students, currently enrolled in a Visual Arts course at Alexander Mackenzie High School, created for th... 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
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
OFFERING A HAND - Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold Yes, there are homeless people in our community. And these homeless people may have slept outside on these bitter cold nights.
There are more than 500 homeless people in York Region at any one time. Their homelessness may have been caused by:- menta... more
