York Regional Police Recruiting Session Wed Apr 28 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm The York Regional Police Recruiting Unit invites anyone who is interested in a career in policing to an Information Session regarding a unique and rewarding opportunity to become a Police Constable.
York Region is of one of the fastest-growing... more
Toastmaster Open House Wed Apr 28 / 7:00pm Golden Gavel Toastmasters Club is having a free open house.
You are invited to come and discover how you can unlock your career potential, boost your confidence and increase your value in the marketplace.
This is an opportunity to learn career stra... more
Linda Eder - award winning vocalist Thu Apr 29 / 8:00pm Linda Eder Makes her Canadian debut here in Richmond Hill April 29th. (There had been 2 shows initially scheduled but she is now only able to come for the one evening.)
"A vocalist who can be compared to the likes of Streisand and Garland" say... more
Einstein's Gift Fri Apr 16 / 8:00pm - Sat May 1 / 8:00pm Fritz Haber was a chemist who helped revolutionize agriculture. Albert Einstein was a physicist whose theories changed the way scientists understood the universe. Both men changed the world, and this play examines the role of sc... more
Meetforbiz April Breakfast Meeting Thu Apr 29 / 7:30am - 9:00am Kick start your day ..... Come out and make some new connections!
Network with other members and friends in the beautiful fireside lounge at Montana's Cookhouse
> Exciting Door Prizes> “Open Mike” period for business introdu... more
See the VMware express truck live! Thu Apr 29 / 10:30am - 3:00pm VMware Express, a mobile briefing centre, is trucking across the US and Canada on its Virtualization Tour throughout 2010. And it makes its way to the Compugen Richmond Hill office.
Business owners, Chief Technolgy Officers, IT directors... more
"We Had the Best Day Ever." Tour and Discover Open House Thu Apr 29 / 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 ch... more
Sharing Circle continues at Living Free Wellness Thu Apr 29 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm Living Free Wellness invites you to join them for this weekly Sharing Circle group The participants will learn about and discuss The 12 Steps to Happiness
Please click here to find out more
Fee: $ 5.00
Please contact Lauri at Livi... more
Learn to navigate your way around the universe with The AstroNats! Fri Apr 30 / 8:00pm Every Friday night, weather permitting, until the end of August, as soon as the sun sets – if the sky is clear, or partly cloudy, the AstroNats will be there. So bring the kids, the grandparents and the do... more
Hill Potter's Guild Annual Spring Show and Sale Fri Apr 30 - Sun May 2 This is a unique opportunity to view and purchase some amazing pottery made by crafters right here in Richmond Hill. If you need a special gift for Mother's Day you will likely find it here. From functional to abstract, find that perfect p... more
Strides for Stroke 5k Run/Walk - York Central Hospital Foundation Sat May 1 / 9:00am York Central Hospital Foundation presents “Strides for Stroke 5k Run/Walk”.
Over the last 4 years, this annual 5k Run/Walk has raised over $230,000 for the expansion of York Central Hospital.
This year, proceeds will go to the York... more
Richmond Hill's Favourite Spring Boutique Sale at the Heintzman House Sat May 1 / 10:00am - 5:00pm The Heintzman House Auxiliary is hosting their Spring Boutique Sale. And Richmond Hill residents are some of their favourite guests.
Come and find wonderful quality and unique gifts for Mother's Day and enjoy the ambience of the historic Heint... more
Laughter-Meditation Workshop Sat May 1 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm It’s been said that laughter is the best medicine.
This empowering, entertaining, educational, and experiential workshop with Laraaji will get the brain buzzing, the blood pumping and the positive energy flowing. Laraaji will take you through... more
Home Solar Open House - right here in our backyard Sat May 1 / 12:30pm - 4:30pm Are you curious to see how solar power really works right here in Richmond Hill?
One of the first home solar systems installed in the region under Ontario's Micro-Fit program, the system that will be shown at the open house has been online for a lit... more
Annual Juried Exhibition and Sale - Second Weekend Sat May 1 / 11:00am - Sun May 2 / 5:00pm This is an exceptional display and sale of award winning and juried paintings of the Richmond Hill Group of Artists,
Complimentary refreshments!
Location: Mill Pond Gallery &nbs... more
Kidproof's "I Wanna Walk" Safety Program for kids ages 8-11 Sat May 1 / 10:00am - 12:00pm One of the most difficult things for many parents is allowing their children to walk to school on their own. But for many parents, driving their children to and from school each day may not be feasible, and eventually most of us will decide that our... more
Spring Fling Fundraising Dinner for David Cohen Sun May 2 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm David Cohen and friends, have organized a fundraising dinner to raise funds for his election as Regional Councillor. All are invited to attend.
Full course meal with no pork products and more...
Dress: business casual
Tickets: $100
Loc... more
Golf Tournament to support our local gymnasts Sun May 2 ASF Gymnastics is a non profit organization located in Richmond Hill dedicated to the development of young aspiring athletes from ages 3-16. In order to support the ongoing programs and dedication of their athletes they organize severa... more
Heritage Harmonies - Four Centuries of Music - Eighty Voices Strong Sun May 2 / 7:00pm The award winning Richmond Hill United Church Chancel Choir, along with St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Choir, Hamilton will perform their annual spring concert, Heritage Harmonies, as part of the Richmond Hill United Church's 200th anniversa... more
Come out for a laugh! - free session Mon May 3 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm Richmond Hill Walk-In Laughter Club is having their next free session is on Monday May 3rd.
This 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 meditat... more
For Men After Divorce - a 6 week workshop Mon May 3 / 7:30pm - 9:00pm Here is a supportive six week group for men experiencing separation or divorce.
Topics include: - how to let go of your grief and sadness over the loss of your relationship- how to express anger in a useful and efficient way that does not spill... more
California Dreaming – Dinner in San Francisco, Mon May 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Today Chef Jim Comishen takes your taste buds to San Francisco's Fisherman’s Wharf and prepares a feast fit for king.
The menu includes:> “Boudin”, a delicious mini stuffed sourdough bruchetta loaf> a rich Smoky Crab &a... more
Helpful Tips to Stay Peaceful in Difficult Times - A Meditative Session Mon May 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Helpful Tips to Stay Peaceful in Difficult Times - A Meditative SessionMon Apr 26, 2010 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm
In these classes we are shown how to gradually move our mind toward a loving attitude, free from attachment and jealo... more
"Who's Afraid of Sarah Palin?" - a free lecture Tue May 4 / 10:00am - 12:00pm This is the first in dynamic lecture series for adults 55 years of age and older interested in engaging discussion.
Who's Afraid of Sarah Palin? Will she lead the tea party against Republicans and Democrats? Will she run for president? T... more
Mind Body and Soul has invited the Red Cross First Aid Coordinator Tue May 4 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm Laura Edwards is the First Aid Coordinator for the York Region Branch of the Canadian Red Cross. Laura currently coordinates First Aid and CPR training and information's workshops throughout the Region. Laura has also been a CPR and First Aid instruc... more
Export Requirement Seminar - a SBEC presentation Tue May 4 / 8:30am - 11:30am The Export Requirement Seminar will provide information on the commercial export process
Presented by: Canada Border Services Agency
This seminar is for individuals or small business owners who are interested in learning about the commercial export... more
Inspirational Movie Showing - The Celestine Prophecy Tue May 4 / 7:00pm New at Living Free Wellness - Inspirational Movie Showings!
This week's movie is The Celestine Prophecy, based on James Redfield's worldwide best-selling novel
Click here for background information regarding this movie.
Cost: $5
Locatio... more
HST Seminar Wed May 5 / 8:00am This seminar provides timely information on how Ontario's Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will work, HST transitional rules and the wind-down of PST. It also provides an overview of measures contained in Bill 218, "Ontariio's Tax Plan for Jobs... more
Richmond Hill Celebrates McHappy Day, raising money for York Central Wed May 5 McHappy Day is a yearly event where local celebrities, teachers, politicians and in some cases regular customers, are invited to help the local McDonald's raise money for local charities.
$1 from every Big Mac, Happy Meal or E... more
Parents of Teens Program Wed May 5 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Parents of Teens Program - Positive parenting is an approach to raising teenagers and promotes appropriate development and behaviors in teenagers
Six Wednesdays, from May 5th to June 9th
The topics to be covered will include:
• Positive paren... more
Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra Wed May 5 / 8:00pm Founded in 1949, the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra was the first professional state symphony orchestra and has continued to be a leader in its genre. A regular guest of important European music festivals, the Slovak Orchestra has... more
Looking Ahead - a support group for those newly separated/divorced Wed May 5 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This is a six session group for newly separated or divorced individuals who are dealing with the initial feelings of loss, anger, loneliness and wanting to let go of the past and move forward.
Location: The Promenade Mall- suite #313
These&nbs... more
The Sharing Circle continues at Living Free Wellness Thu May 6 / 8:00pm - 12:00am Living Free Wellness invites you to join them for this weekly Sharing Circle group The participants will learn about and discuss The 12 Steps to Happiness
Please click here to find out more
Fee: $ 5.00
Please contact Lauri at Li... more
Red Cross Babysitting Course - offered on a PD Day Fri May 7 / 9:00am - 5:00pm 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
Parents of young children may want to encourage your favourite babysitter to tak... more
York Indian Seniors Association Fundraising Dinner. Fri May 7 / 7:30pm All are invited to come and enjoy themselves at the Second Annual York Indian Seniors Association Fundraising Dinner. Come have a great South Asian Meal and entertainment.
This dinner helps pay for the senior's activities over the year.
This club m... more
Richmond Hill Rotary Club is having a Grand Masquerade Ball Fri May 7 / 6:00pm This will be a fun event!
This is the opportunity to wear your elegant attire. Feathered masks can be purchased at the door.
6:00pm Cocktails
7:00pm Dinner
Ticket Price: $100
Please contact Hira Joshi for tickets at (905) 882-0264... more
Learn to navigate your way around the universe with The AstroNats! Fri May 7 / 8:00pm Every Friday night, weather permitting, until the end of August, as soon as the sun sets – if the sky is clear, or partly cloudy, the AstroNats will be there. So bring the kids, the grandparents and the do... more
Plant Sale - organized by the Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society Sat May 8 / 9:00am - 11:30am The Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society (RHGHS) is having its annual Plant Sale.
There will be hundreds of annual and perennial flowers, herbs, and vegetables (including several varieties of heirloom tomatoes) for sale at great prices, pl... more
Mother's Day Wildflower Planting at Hunter's Point Park Sat May 8 / 12:00pm - 2:00pm This Mother’s Day weekend give a gift to Mother Earth. Create a beautiful garden while learning how you can attract butterflies to your own backyard.
Everyone is welcome!
Hunter’s Point Park is located on Hunter’s Point Dr, just n... more
Our Greener Side Celebration Sat May 8 / 10:00am - 3:00pm Our Greener Side Celebrationinvites GTA residents to come out for a fun day with the family while learning about local and convenient choices that support an eco-friendly lifestyle.
This one-day community event features family-friendly act... more
Three Local Artists Display Their Work at the Mill Pond Gallery Sat May 8 / 11:00am - Sun May 9 / 5:00pm Seraya Smit, Faraneh Fallah and Carol Whitely have brought to the gallery their original paintings of musical instruments, human figure, landscape, floral and wildlife. Paintings are in oils, watercolour and acrylics.
Compliment... more
Bayview North Community Tree Planting - organized by Ontariio Streams Sat May 8 / 10:00am - 1:00pm Ontario Streams is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help plant trees and shrubs along a section of the Rouge River in Richmond Hill. This headwater creek once provided habitat to brook trout and the endangered redside dace!
Restoration efforts... more
Kidproof's "Stranger Smarts" Safety Program for kids ages 7-10 Sat May 8 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Kidproof’s Stranger Smarts safety program is a dynamic, non-threatening two hour workshop that captures the attention of students and allows them to learn how to make safe choices when approached by strangers. It helps to reduce fear and anxiet... more
Kidproof's "At Home Alone + First Aid" Safety Program for kids ages 10-14 Sat May 8 / 12:30pm - 4:30pm Does your child spend a few hours home alone before or after school due to your work schedule or other commitments? Help your child become ready to be At Home Alone and prepared for any emergency!
This popular and entertaining Kidproof Canada worksh... more
Focus on Fathers Group - a 6 week Management Skill Program Sat May 8 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Catholic Community Services of York Region present a 6 week managemnt skills program for fathers of children 0-6 years of age
The six Saturdays are from May 8th to June 19th
The topics are:
> Importance of Fathers in Child Developmen... more
Special Menus for Mother's Day at Cafe en Passant has a Sun May 9 Ralf has taken special care to offer menus to honour the mothers in our lives.
Cafe en Passant will be open starting at 11 am to serve your family a special gourmet dinner.
Reservations are highly recommended. Please call 905 883-... more
Mother's Day Brunch at the Sheraton Sun May 9 Enjoy a scrumptious array of tasteful treats from around the world with the most important person in the world. The Sheraton invites you to come to their Crave Restaurant for their famous Mother's Day brunch buffet.
Two Seatings:... more
Mother's Day Brunch at the Legion Sun May 9 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Our local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is putting on a special Mother's Day Brunch
Tickets - only $6.00 per person
Tickets must be purchased in advance
Location: Royal Canadian Legion &nb... more
"We Had the Best Day Ever." Tour and Open House at Richland Academy Mon May 10 / 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 ch... more
Max Manus - a Reel Thing presentation Mon May 10 / 7:00pm An epic race through a chapter of the Second World War that remains largely unknown in North America, Max Manus recounts the life of one of Europe’s most celebrated resistance fighters.
The film introduces its eponymous hero as he volunteers t... more
Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Tue May 11 / 7:00am - 9:00am This is the 6th annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast held here in Richmond Hill.
It is a Christian celebration of prayer for the community leaders serving Richmond Hill.
This year's speaker is Commissioner Christine MacMillan, Director, Intern... more
Teens Speak - at this week's Mind Body and Soul meeting Tue May 11 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm With Maggie Huang, Jason Cheung, Edmund Leung and Samireh Cazranee.
During the teenage years, we're often desperately trying to figure out who we are, and what we're meant to do in the world. Being in that scary place between wanting complete freedo... more
An Evening in Provence at Loblaw Cooking School Tue May 11 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Chef Lori Gysel has a passion for Provence – a wonderful region in the south of France, that’s renowned for delectable cuisine!
Join Lori as she takes the simple ingredients of the region and transforms them into a fabulous dinner featur... more
OFFERING A HAND - Habitat for Humanity York Region Habitat Yorkhas been OFFERING A HAND by building homes for those in need here in York Region (and Bradford West Gwillimbury) since 2001.
They have been building one home per year.
They have just increased their assignment tenfold, acknowledging tha... more
Steppin' Out Theatrical Productions is having auditions for Oliver Steppin’ Out Theatrical Productions presents OLIVER!
The show dates are November 18-21, 2010. Performances are at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Audition Dates:
> Saturday May 8, 12:00-5:00
> Monday May 10, 6:30-9:30... more
Youth Action Committee is looking for new members If you’re between the ages of 13 and 18 and would like to have a say in the issues that affect youth in recreation,this is for you!
What the Committee does...
> Advise the Parks, Recreation & Culture Department on recreation issues aff... more
Vito Spatafora is talking to the seniors in our community Vito Spatafora is organizing a number of senior information meetings throughout Richmond Hill.
The meetings are designed to provide seniors with information on new programs and services offered by the Town and the Region of York.
The topics of disc... more
The Power of Chocolate Chocolate is GOOD for you. Yes, it's true. Chocolate is actually the most powerful source of antioxidants on the planet. Antioxidants fight free radicals that slow the body down. Antioxidants have been shown to lower the risk of cancers and hea... more
Casting off the Cold is calling out to all knitters and crocheters Casting Off the Cold, a network of volunteer knitters and crocheters, meet monthly, on the first Sunday of the month, at the Markham Public Library at Hwy 7 and 48. There is an open invitation to all who may be interested. If a suitable locatio... more
