Learn to Conserve - a free workshop by Powerstream Wed Feb 24 / 7:00pm How do you get the most out of Time-of-Use rates?
This workshop offered by Powerstream will explain the Time-of-Use rates but also provide information about energy saving programs and home conservation strategies
You can also attend a mi... more
Heart Health, The Mind Body and Spirit Connection - a Lunch n' Learn Wed Feb 24 / 12:00pm St. Matthew's United Church is having a Lunch & Learn.
The topic is "Heart Health, The Mind Body and Spirit Connection".
Heart healthy lunch sponsored by Amica at Thornhill!
Speaker, Linda Alldred-Johnson, Parish Nurse.
Anyone is we... more
Laugh Lines - An Evening of Short Comedy Thu Feb 18 / 8:00pm - Sat Mar 6 / 8:00pm It's a night of comedy at The Curtain Club. Enjoy an evening of contemporary short plays in a broad range of comic styles.This is the Curtain Club's second production of their 56th season.Ticket prices are $15.00 except for the $10.0... more
"We Had the Best Day Ever." Thu Feb 25 / 6:30pm - 8:30pm “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 hom... more
Beating The Winter Blahs - with an inspiring cooking class Thu Feb 25 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Let Chef John MacKinnon help you get over the winter blahs with his tantalizing twists on some of your favourite dishes.
His winter-beater banquet features > soul-warming Minty Mocha Hot Cocoa> zesty Southern-Style Crab Cake with Cajun Mayo>... more
Meetforbiz Breakfast Meeting at Montana's Thu Feb 25 / 7:30am - 9:00am Come out and make some new connections!
Network with other members and friends in the beautiful fireside lounge at Montanas Cookhouse
> Exciting Door Prizes
> “Open Mike” period for business bntroductions!
Cost: $22.00 (+ G... more
Last Train Home Fri Feb 26 / 7:00pm Advance Screening of LAST TRAIN HOME - an award-winning documentary that draws us into the life of a single family caught up in the world's largest human migration, as China's thousands of migrant workers try desperately to make their way home t... more
Hand and Hearts for Africa Fri Feb 26 / 5:00pm - 9:00pm Hand and Hearts for Africa, Richmond Hill a part of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, presents the 2nd annual Pasta and Jazz evening.
* Starting at 5:00 with music and a silent auction. * Dinner at 6:00 includes pasta, salad, and rolls followe... 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
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
Art Exhibit and Sale Sat Feb 27 / 11:00am - Sun Feb 28 / 5:00pm The Richmond Hill Group of Artists are featuring three artists this weekend at the Mill Pond Gallery> Dou Gou Yue> Cristina Goia> Mary Sadeghi
They will have displayed their original art works in pastels, acrylics and o... more
Annual Garage Sale at St. Mathew's United Church Sat Feb 27 / 9:00am - 12:00pm St. Matthew's United Church is having their Annual Garage Sale
> furniture> household goods> clothing> books ............and more!
Location: St. Matthew's United Church &n... more
Legion Open House and Jammin' Session Sat Feb 27 / 3:00pm Those at the Legion invite you to come out and join them for their Open House and Jammin’ Session on February 27th, 2009 at 3:00 pm for fun, meet Branch members and other locals.
Bring a musical instrument if you have one to jam with the... more
Binti's Journey Sat Feb 27 / 8:00pm Theatre Direct brings to life Deborah Ellis's award-winning novel The Heaven Shop with the Dora Nominated Binti's Journey. After losing her home and family to AIDS, 13 year old Binti Phiri finds her way to her Grandmoth... more
Reza Moridi invites you to a skating party! Sun Feb 28 / 2:30pm - 4:00pm Lace up your ice skates and join Reza Moridi, MPP Richmond Hill, for a free skating party.
EVERYONE WELCOME!
FREE HOT CHOCOLATE!
Sorry, no skate rentals are available.
Location: Elgin Barrow Arena &... more
Rigoletto - performed by Opera York Sun Feb 28 / 2:00pm Rigoletto is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. The Italian libretto was written by Francesco Maria Piave based on the play Le roi s'amuse by Victor Hugo. It was first performed at La Fenice in Venice on March 11, 1851. It is considered by man... more
Triple Forte- Raise a Glass - 2nd ticket $1! Sun Feb 28 / 7:30pm Triple Forte brings together three of Canada's most renowned soloists - violinist Jasper Wood cellist Yegor Dyachkov and pianist David Jalbert - offering a thrilling concert experience by joining forces to create breathtaking musical r... more
Laughter Yoga - a free session! Mon Mar 1 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm Richmond Hill Walk-In Laughter Club is offering its next free session on Monday March 1st.
Laughter Yoga is a good form of cardiovascular exercise for your mind, body and soul.
Walk in and experience the healing power of laughter and Bre... more
Removing the burden of self-centredness - a meditataive session Mon Mar 1 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm In these classes we are shown how to gradually move our mind toward a loving attitude, free from attachment and jealousy, and thus experience peace of mind and a meaningful life.
This week's theme is removing the burden of self-centredness
These me... more
Come see the beautiful gardens! Tue Mar 2 / 8:00pm The Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society has invited to their monthly meeting the award winning horticulturalist, traveler and photographer Frank Kershaw. His presentation will be on public and private gardens that... more
Computer Basics - a free class offered at the Central Library Wed Mar 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
19th Annual Business Achievement Awards Wed Mar 3 / 6:00pm - 10:00pm Come celebrate our successes! The Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce is having their 19th Annual Business Achievement Awards. This is a gala event!
♦ Cocktail Reception (Cash Bar) 6:00pm ♦ Silent... more
Soupe du Jour - at Loblaw Cooking School Wed Mar 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Soup – it's easy, tasty and satisfying!
And tonight, Chef Stephen Sagar will show you how to make perfect soups – one for each day of the week! Your delicious menu of "liquid gold" includes > simple but tasty Chicken & Rice Soup&g... more
Rigoletto - performed by Opera York Thu Mar 4 / 8:00pm Rigolettois an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. The Italian libretto was written by Francesco Maria Piave based on the play Le roi s'amuse by Victor Hugo. It was first performed at La Fenice in Venice on March 11, 1851. It is considered by many... more
York Regional Police Hosts Annual Chief-for-a-Day Contest Fri Mar 5 / 1:00pm On Friday, March 5, 2010, York Regional Police Chief Armand La Barge, Deputy Chiefs Bruce Herridge and Eric Jolliffe and a panel of members from the Police Appreciation Night Committee will judge the annual Chief-for-a-Day essay contest for York Regi... more
The New Federal Budget - explained Fri Mar 5 / 7:30am - 9:00am A highly anticipated Federal Budget will be released by the Honourable Jim Flaherty, P.C., M.P., Minister of Finance, on Thursday March 4, 2010.
What changes will be announced? How will you and your business be impacted?
Join Tax Professionals from... more
The Chapman's Live at the Legion Fri Mar 5 / 8:00pm The community is invited out to come and hear The Chapman’s, a country and western band, playing live at the Royal Canadian Legion.
No cost.
Location: 233 Centre Street East... more
Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is serving pancakes! Sat Mar 6 / 9:00am - 11:00am A pancake breakfast - a great way to start the weekend!
Your delicious breakfst includes pancakes with toppings of berries or whipped cream, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee; all for only $6.00. Location: Richmond Hill Presbyteri... more
Seeds of Hope - a reflection series based on the writings of Henri Nouwen Sat Mar 6 / 9:00am - 12:30pm All are invited to this Seeds of Hope morning retreat. It is a reflection series based on the spiritual writings of Henri J.M. Nouwen
This morning's session is entitled “Dancing the River: Celebrating the Stories of Our Lives”... more
Art Exhibit and Sale - featuring Olena Lopatina and Atessa Hooshvar Sat Mar 6 / 11:00am - Sun Mar 7 / 5:00pm The Richmond Hill Group of Artists is featuring art work by Olena Lopatina and Atessa Hooshvar this weekend at the Mill Pond Gallery
They present landscapes and still-life in oils and acrylics.
Please stop by to meet... more
Bowl for Kids Sake Sat Mar 6 It's the start of the new year and time to kick-off the 35th Bowl for Kids Sake 2010 campaign! This annual event directly supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of York in providing at-risk youth in York Region with supportive mentoring relation... more
Rigoletto - performed by Opera York Sat Mar 6 / 8:00pm Rigoletto is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. The Italian libretto was written by Francesco Maria Piave based on the play Le roi s'amuse by Victor Hugo. It was first performed at La Fenice in Venice on March 11, 1851. It is considered by man... more
The Living Matrix - a screening presented by Whole Child Network Sun Mar 7 / 1:30pm - 4:30pm The Whole Child Network invites you to join them for a screening of the film "The Living Matrix - the New Science of Healing". This film brings you breakthroughs that will transform your understanding of how to get well and stay well.
Get an up... more
International Women's Day celebrated by the Town of Richmond Hill Sun Mar 7 / 3:00pm - 6:00pm 'Strong Women, Strong World" is the slogan for International Women's Day.
The Town of Richmond Hill, Rexall Health Centre, Enbridge Gas Distribution and the Mount Pleasant Group are pleased to present the Town of Richmond Hill's second, annual... more
One Grand Beginning - A Thanksgiving Recital! Sun Mar 7 / 7:00pm The members of the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church invite the community to their celebration - One Grand Beginning - A Thanksgiving Recital - featuring their new Schimmel grand piano.
Schimmel pianos are made in Germany from top quality mater... more
Women's Health Fair to Celebrate Women's Day at Rexall Health Centre Mon Mar 8 / 1:00pm - 7:00pm Women's Day has not been well celebrated here in Canada as it is in many other countries. Hence a Women's Day graphic in Russian!
Rexall Health Centre is giving us an opportunity to celebrate.
Their Women's Health Fair will be fun and informa... more
Increasing our capacity to love through meditation - a meditative session Mon Mar 8 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm In these classes we are shown how to gradually move our mind toward a loving attitude, free from attachment and jealousy, and thus experience peace of mind and a meaningful life.
This week's theme is increasing our capacity to love through meditatio... more
Blue Collar Layoffs : The End Or The Beginning? Tue Mar 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
Mind Body and Soul has invited Hema Dhanjee to speak Tue Mar 9 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm Ms. Hema Dhanjee is a former aesthetician, an educator and trainer in the spa industry. Throughout her career in the spa industry, she has pursued her passion for skincare, health and wellness.
She has also been practicing in the complimentary field... more
Richmond Hill and Vaughan Chamber of Commerce Networking Pancake Breakfast Wed Mar 10 / 7:30am - 9:00am This is a special joint networking breakfast for the Richmond Hill and the Vaughan Chamber of Commerces
It is a great opportunity to come out and get connected with lots of other chamber members including those west of Bathurst... more
The Wedding Singer Wed Mar 10 / 8:00pm - Thu Mar 11 / 8:00pm Remember the 80's? Based on the hit movie starring Adam Sandler, The weddingSinger is the sweet story of Robbie & Julia who find love in the era of big hair and leg warmers. This high energy performance direct from Broadway will have you singin... more
OFFERING A HAND - Jewish Family and Child Servies It is not just Jewish families that Jewish Family & Child (JFandCS) offers a hand to.
One of the locations of JF&CS is right outside the Richmond Hill border at the Promenade Mall.
Up on the third floor a lot is going on. They offer program... more
Heart and Stroke Foundation is looking for volunteers Heart and Stroke is looking for volunteers who live in York Region to support their fundraising programs, through public speaking, phone calling and attending events.
If you are enthusiastic, passionate about the cause, and have time during daytime... more
GANDHI, KING, IKEDA: a legacy of building peace An international traveling exhibition, focusing on three world leaders with a profound dedication to human rights and world peace. Featuring colourful photographs, inspiring quotes, and factual information, the exhibition focuses on the lives of >... more
Richland Academy Celebrates Black History Month On Thursday, February 17th, 2010, Richland Academy’s Grade 2 students hosted an assembly in celebration of Black History Month.
Under the guidance of their grade teacher, Mrs. Modeste and Drama teacher, Mr. Mizzi, the children presented the li... more
Heat your water with solar energy—even during the winter! You don’t have to head south to take advantage of the sun!
It may seem counterintuitive to think about heating your water with solar energy at this time of year, but some solar water heating systems work year-round, including on those icy cold... more
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
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
