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Cirque Sublime crosses the stage at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Wed Apr 15 / 8:00pm If there is someone who you'd like to spend some time with but they may be older or younger and most forms of entertainment wouldn't be agreeable to both, this is a performance that would be ideal. So consider that teenager or aunt. For t... more
Upper Canada Chorus shares the stage with Nagata Shachu Thu Apr 16 / 7:30pm The Upper Canada Chorus will be sharing the stage with Taiko drumming ensemble Nagata Shachu on Thursday April 16th. They will be performing music representing various cultures and religions from around the world, and Nagata Shachu w... more
April is cancer awareness month in Canada. Tue Mar 31 April is cancer awareness month in Canada. Here is an opportunity to offer support locally.RHGA member and cancer survivor Herbert Pryke has created a special artwork to inspire people with cancer as well as friends and families to live healthy... more
Richmond Hill Women's Networking Association Social Evening Wed Apr 15 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Women’s Networking Association is having another social evening. All women are invited! This is a great opportunity to find out more about the group and to get connected with members of the Richmond Hill community. RHWNA is a... more
First Time Home Buyers Mortgage Seminar Wed Apr 15 / 7:00pm - 8:00pm Learn from experts why now is an ideal time for First Time Home Buyers to purchase a home, how to put together a team of experts to assist with your purchase, and general information on the process for purchasing a home - what you need to know. This... more
Venetian Holiday - Cooking Class Thu Apr 16 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm You'll be transported to the canals of Venice as you experience an evening of delicious Venetian cuisine with instructor Elise Burton. Your mouthwatering menu will include tasty Fried Polenta with Gorgonzola; rich creamy Risi e Bisi ( rice and... more
Songbird Conservation - a Richmond Hill Naturalist presentation Thu Apr 16 / 6:00pm The Richmond Hill Naturalists have invited Christina Sharma of Project CHIRP to speak at their annual general meeting. She will inform the group about songbird conservation and the Canadian Wildlife Federation program to certify urban habi... more
For the Love of the Arts - Richmond Hill's Grand Gala Fri Apr 17 / 6:30pm What a great event and a great prize!To support the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, a Super Grand Gala will be taking place at Le Parc (Hwy 7 & Leslie). The prize to be given away is a $40,000 2009 Lexus IS250 RWD !The evening will... more
Humanitarian Speaker Series Fri Apr 17 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm York Red Cross Youth Action Group is hosting an evening dedicated to Humanitarian Speakers that have devoted their lives to serving humanity. The speakers for this evening will include Biserka Pop-Stefani, Red Cross International Delegate,and Akanksa... more
Art and Passion - at The Burr House Gallery Sat Feb 14 / 12:30pm - Sun Apr 26 / 12:30pm This exhibit has now been extended until April 26th, so there's still the opportunity to spend a little time having tea and scones in a historical setting while enjoying the varied and exceptional work of this group. The Arts and Passion Show is an a... more
Art Show and Sale ~ Mill Pond Gallery Sat Apr 18 / 11:00am - Sun Apr 19 / 6:00pm Local artists James Kortekaas and Seraya Smit are at the Mill Pond Gallery this weekend. Their work features original paintings of floral, landscape and the human figure in oils, acrylics and watercolour.Prices for this original art start... more
Music for Life's Journey ~ at St. Mattew's United Church Sat Apr 18 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This evening will feature inspirational music ranging from classics to pop to original tunes, and is presented by Bev Foster.St. Mathew's United Church Health Ministry has organized this event. Proceeds will go towards assisting Richm... more
Signature Dessert Teas - Spring into Spring Sat Apr 18 / 1:00pm - 2:30pm There is something incredibly spring about a tea party. The time-honoured tradition of dessert tea may be enjoyed on the patio if it does warm up or in the air-conditioned comfort of the Gardenview Room. It's an afternoon out enjoying a tongue... more
MS Walk in Richmond Hill Sun Apr 19 / 8:00am The MS Walk is the Society’s largest event fundraiser. It involves over 60,000 participants and volunteers and takes place in communities from coast-to-coast in the spring and early fall. The Walk is a critical part of the Society’s fundr... more
Eco Fair at St. Mary's Anglican Church Sun Apr 19 / 12:00pm - 2:30pm In preparation of Earth Day, St. Mary's Anglican Church invites everyone to stop by their Eco Fest. There will be worm composting, off grid information, straw bale display, solar ideas, energy savings tips, fair trade ideas, lawn care and thoughts ab... more
Jazz in Creation ~ a special Earth Day worship service Sun Apr 19 / 10:30am Richmond Hill United Church presents a Jazz service, as a special Earth Day celebration. This special worship service features Tim Elliot, a quartet of musicians and Judy Maddren, formerly of CBC radio.All are welcome!!Location: Richmond... more
Red Cross First Aid Training Tue Apr 7 The York Region Red Cross Society is offering their very worthwhile First Aid Courses at a variety of times and at 2 locations. Many students will require this accreditation for summer jobs.One can choose to come on the first day of the cou... more
Your Office Your Way Wed Apr 1 In this economic climate it may be more feasible for a business to have a virtual office. This certainly can be had close to home for those here in Richmond Hill.- your phone can be answered live by a receptionists in your company name- you... more
It’s a Home Run for Pitch-In Week here in Richmond Hill - April 20 to 26 Tue Apr 7 It’s a Home Run for Pitch-In Week! TheCouncil declared April 20 to 26, 2009 as “Pitch-In Week” and Mayor Dave Barrow invited all citizens in the community to support the campaign. Pitch-In Week is an annual, national event that se... more
Mother & Daughter - presented by "The Reel Thing" Mon Apr 20 / 7:00pm Mothers & Daughers premiered at the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival ® . Three mother/daughter pairs offer a diverse glimpse into the needs, the denials, and the inescapable love that these women feel towards each other.... more
An Evening in Latin America - Cooking Class Tue Apr 21 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Food enthusiast Milver Bravo presents a delightful menu consisting of the foods found in the palm lined beaches of coastal Ecuador. Beginning the night he starts you up with Fried Plantain topped with lively tasting Shrimp Ceviche. For th... more
Financial Seminar ~ Budgeting Tue Apr 21 / 7:30pm - 8:30pm TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FINANCES AND REWARD YOURSELF! Have you ever wondered where your money goes? You wouldn’t have to if you had a budget. The Richmond Hill Christian Community Church, Women's Ministry is inviting the community to come an... more
Earth Day - suggestions to improve from Environment Canada Wed Apr 22 / 12:00pm - 2:00pm St. Matthew's United Church Health Cabinet is hosting a Lunch and Learn for Earth Day. The guest speaker is Steve Eleford from Environment Canada. His presentation will focus on how to improve environmental health in our home... more
Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce After Hours Networking Event Thu Apr 23 / 5:00pm - 7:00pm Would connecting up with others who do business here in Richmond Hill be a good thing for you to do?The Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce is having their monthly "After Hours Networking Event" at one of their member's establishments - Bloomin... more
Women's Car Care Clinic Thu Apr 23 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Are you a women who must admit that you do not know as much about car maintenance and what should be done at an accident scene? This event will give you some needed knowledge about car maintenance and what you should in the unfortunate cas... more
Refinancing Your Mortgage Seminar Thu Apr 23 / 7:00pm - 8:00pm Refinancing Tips from Mortgage Professionals, Lower your Monthly Payments, Get the LOWEST Mortgage Rate, Consolidate Debts, and Increase Your Disposable Income Immediately.Access Your Money - Use the Equity in your home to Renovate & Expand your Home... more
'Connecting with Nature' Oak Ridges Moraine Artists Tour Sat Apr 25 / 10:00am - Sun Apr 26 / 10:00am The beauty and grandeur of the Oak Ridges Moraine has been inspiring artists for generations. A group of York Region artists banded together to 'preserve the moraine with paint' in hopes to raise the publics awareness of the significan... more
Spring Concert ~ presented by the McConaghy Centre and Bayview Secondary Choirs Sun Apr 26 / 2:00pm - 4:00pm Enjoy an afternoon of wonderful entertainment by the McConaghy Choir who will be joined by the members of the Bayview Secondary School Choir. This concerts is certainly for the young and old!It will truly be a magical afternoon... more
Painting like the Group of Seven with versatile artist Andrew Hamilton Sat Apr 25 / 10:00am - 4:00pm This is the second in a series of Art Workshops being offered by the Town. This workshop offers participants an opportunity to explore the art styles of the Group of Seven.The other two workshops are:Saturday March 28 - Chinese Brus... more
Come Clean and Explore Oak Ridges Corridor Park Sat Apr 25 / 9:30am - 2:00pm This is a truly beautiful park here in Richmond Hill. It deserves some help to get cleaned up this spring.The ORTA (Oak Ridges Trail Association), The Oak Ridges Friends of the Environment and TRCA (Toronto Region Conservation Authority) ... more
Spring Community Tree Planting - Toll Bar Park Sat Apr 25 / 10:00am - 12:00pm If you have helped plant a forest or never have planted a tree, all Richmond Hill residents are welcome to come out to this first tree planting event of the year. Young and old are invited to come out to contribute to their community. You can w... more
Women's Health Today Workshop - Do you really need supplements? Tue Apr 28 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Christian Community Church invites the women in the community to join them as we learn about the miracle we take for granted every day, our bodies. The topic for this session is, "Do you really need supplement... more
