This email lists the upcoming events in Richmond Hill for the next 2 weeks and some of the special performances that will be happening at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts early in May.
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The extreme performance team, Ryouku, brings its energy to Richmond Hill Wed May 6 / 8:00pm Toronto's original extreme performance team, Ryouko is a fusion of martial arts, gymnastics, acrobatics and break dancing. Team Ryouko has appeared in countless major motion pictures and bring their combination of traditional martial arts and unique... more
Folk Singer Arlo Guthrie performs at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Mon May 11 / 8:00pm Singer-songwriter Arlo Guthrie has combined social commentary and outstanding musicianship for over 40 years. As one of the premier folk singers of his generation, Arlo has been the inspiration for scores of songwriters and activists. Location: ... more
Cynthia Dale graces the stage at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Wed May 13 / 8:00pm Cynthia Dale has spent her distinguished career creating memorable characters whether onscreen, onstage or in recordings. A Dora Award winner, Cynthia brings her considerable musical theatre repertoire for a night of extraordinary Broadway entertainm... 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
Italian Earthquake Victims ~ special mass, vigil and collection Wed Apr 22 / 7:30pm In remembrance of the earthquake victims and their families Father Bob Reddy and Regional Councilor Vito Spatafora has organized a specail mass and vigil, lead by Father Andrea Biaggi.The 6.3 magnitude earthquake that s... more
Earth Day - suggestions to improve from Environment Canada Wed Apr 22 / 12:00pm - 2:00pm St. Matthew's United Church Health Ministry 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 hom... more
Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce's 29th Annual Golf Tournament Tue Jun 2 / 7:30am - 3:00pm Do you want to "swing" with the business community here in Richmond Hill!!?? This is the 29th year that the Chamber of Commerce has organized this golf tournament. This year there is a Hawaiian Theme!Event Details:Registration - 7:... 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
In Nature's Realm ~ performed by Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra Fri Apr 24 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra presents, in honour of Earth Day, "In Nature's Realm," a concert featuring some of history's most delightful music by composers who have taken nature as their
inspiration. The program... 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
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
Fit for Heart Fundraiser ~ a three-hour aerobics marathon! Sat Apr 25 / 9:00am - 12:30pm To celebrate fitness of the mind, body and soul the residents of Richmond Hill are encouraged to participate in Fit for Heart, a three-hour aerobics marathon! This event is offered by the fitness experts and "active living staff" from the... 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
Karate Chops Cancer Sat Apr 25 / 10:00am Come out and watch the great efforts of some young Martial Artists to raise funds for the Southlake Regional Cancer Foundation.The students at the Richmond Hill Academy of Martial Arts have raised over $150,000 over the past 3 years!There... 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
Duke Valley Tree Planting ~ at Monticello Park Sun Apr 26 / 10:00am - 2:00pm Ontario Streams is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help plant several hundred trees in a headwater area of the Rouge River. This planting will expand upon the work that has been taking place in the area for the past several years and will cont... more
Ward 6 "Pitch In Day" ~ next to Ed Sackfield Arena Sun Apr 26 / 2:30pm - 3:30pm Councillor Godwin Chan invites you to do your part to keep our community clean. He hopes lots of the neighbours will come out and pitch in to do the spring cleaning in the Beaver Woodland and David Hamilton parks. He'll provide... 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
Operating Cash Flow proves its value in tough stock markets Tue Mar 3 Why do I prefer Operating Cash Flow (OCF) instead of Earnings Per Share (EPS) for stock valuation? From my years in this business, I believe that OCF is a better leading indicator of stock direction than EPS. In its simplest form Earnings per Share m... more
The Herbal Party - Cooking Class Thu Apr 30 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Fresh and dried herbs are amazingly versatile, yet many people never go beyond basil and parsley! In this interesting and informative class, Chef Kelly Hughes goes herbal, with information on buying and storing herbs, and creating such del... more
Share the Spirit of Care Run/Walk - for York Central Hospital Sat May 2 / 10:00am Over the past three years the Share the Spirit of Care 5k Run/Walk has raised over $185,000 to support the expansion of the hospital, purchase medical equipment and support the Breast Health Centre.This year, donations and pledges will help f... more
Together, with Love & Compassion, We Care ~ a fundraiser for Southlake Hospital Sun May 3 / 1:15pm - 5:00pm To support the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre at Southlake which will bring radiation treatment to York region residents, Richmond Hill Christian Community church has put together a special afternoon with workshops, silent auction and health ca... more
Hike for Hospice Palliative Care Sun May 3 / 10:30am A group of dedicated staff and volunteers from Hospice Richmond Hill are committed to raising awareness and funds for the wonderful work that Hospices in our community perform. Hike for Hospice Palliative Care is a national awareness and fundraising... more
A Grand Church With A Grand Organ Needs A GRAND PIANO Sun May 3 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church needs a grand piano! It is one of the oldest churches in York Region. In 2006, its Casavant Organ was declared a historic organ. The church congregation is asking for help to make more history.&nb... more
6th Annual Roast Beef or Salmon Dinner ~ at St. Matthew's United Church Sun May 3 / 5:00pm - 6:30pm This Roast Beef or Salmon Dinner is with all the trimmings, including a selection of homemade pies, coffee/tea.Seatings are at 5 pm & 6:30 pmPrepaid reservations only - adults $15 and $7 for children under 12. Tickets are available by contactin... more
“What’s New in Herbs?” - presentation by guest speaker Conrad Richter Tue May 5 / 8:00pm “What’s New in Herbs?” Guest speaker Conrad Richter will talk about what’s new in culinary, aromatic, and medicinal herbs. Conrad is the President of Richter’s Herbs in Goodwood; he is a botanist and driving fo... more
