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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
Women Fully Clothed - brings laughter to the stage Wed May 20 / 8:00pm This critically acclaimed sketch comedy group, bring their brand of laughter and exploration of the female condition in a roller coaster evening of hilarity and charm. Featuring the comic talents of Canadian artists Robin Duke, Jayne Eastwood, Kathry... more
An intriguing performance by pipa playing Yadong Guan Wed May 27 / 8:00pm Chinese virtuoso Yadong Guan brings a special magic to the ear and soul of the listener through the exotism and diversity of her musical repertoire and the artistic finesse of her performance. Playing the pipa, an ancient Chinese stringed instrument,... more
Parenting Today’s Teens – Limits, Lies and Consequences’ Wed Apr 29 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Dr. Anthony Wolf, best-selling author and adolescent psychologist will be speaking on the subject of ‘Parenting Today’s Teens – Limits, Lies and Consequences’. Dr. Wolf is a well-known speaker and television personality whose... more
Emergency Response Preparedness for Seniors Thu Apr 30 / 3:00pm - 5:00pm Disasters can have a devasting impact on the lives of people around the world. Canada experiences its own share of disasters - including floods, ice storms, tornados, public health crises, blackouts and forest fires.Advanced registration is r... 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
Parenting Seminar ~ Specific Answers and Tools to Your Specific Issues Thu Apr 30 / 7:00pm - 10:00pm Sonia Nicolucci, from RnR Parenting (Responsible and Respectful Parenting), is offer a Parenting Seminar. She does reference Barry McDonald's "Boy Smart" book. The topics for this presentation include:* boys versus girls (their... more
Red Cross Babysitting Course Fri May 1 / 9:00am - 4:00pm The Red Cross Society is offering once again at the conveniently located Rexall Health Centre the babysitting course on Friday May 1, 9 am to 4 pm. This is a PD day for many students.As parents of young children, you may want to encourage&n... more
2009 31st Annual Juried Art Show & Sale - Opening Reception and Award Ceremony Fri May 1 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This is a special event for the Richmond Hill community. The Richmond Hill Group of Artists are 31 years young this year, and as with every year, the juried art show is the highlight of the spring season. At this Opening Reception, as is befitting... more
Sunlight, Sunbright ~ 31st Annual Juried Art Show & Sale Sat May 2 / 11:00am - Sun May 3 / 5:00pm This weekend features the award winning and juried paintings of the local artists.The Richmond Hill Group of Artists are 31 years young this year, and as with every year, their juried art show is the highlight of the spring season. At the opening R... 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
Duke Valley Tree Planting ~ at Townwood Drive Sat May 2 / 10:00am - 2:00pm Ontario Streams and local volunteers will work together to plant over 300 trees and shrubs in the Duke Valley area. This planting will expand upon the work that has been taking place in the area for the past several years and will contribute to... more
Vintages & Jazz ~ a fundraiser for The Learning Disabilities Assoc. of York Region Sun May 3 / 2:00pm - 5:00pm The Learning Disabilities Association of York Region (LDAYR) presents its tenth annual fundraiser, Vintages & Jazz.It will be an afternoon of food, wine and jazz, accompanied by a silent auction and raffle.Catering is provided by Cafe en Passant... 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
From Baroque to Folk Sun May 3 / 7:00pm Come inside to experience a beautiful concert!The Richmond Hill Chancel Choir offers a concert showcasing the music from Handel to folksongs of Europe, America and Canada. All are invited!! &n... 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
ART, YOUR BEST FRIEND by Valerie Kent Mon Apr 27 Inherent in our day to day busy lives is stress, all kinds. We come into contact with it at work, on the roads, delivered with the daily newspapers and on the TV news, within families, caring for children and parents, and even between spouses and lov... 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
“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
From India to Morocco - Cooking Class Thu May 7 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Food writer Smita Chandra invites you to explore the ancient spice route from India to Morocco, along which were carried spices, cooking techniques and recipes which became part of the local cuisine and created a fascinating fusio... more
Walk a Block ~ for Lupus at the Mill Pond Sat May 9 / 9:30am For the 8th successful year Lupus Ontario has organized for this weekend fund-raising walks throughout Canada including at one of Richmond Hill's favourite spots - the Mill Pond! Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., ... more
Mom and Me for Tea Sat May 9 / 12:00pm - 3:00pm The Richmond Hill Heritage Centre offers a "Traditional Afternoon Tea".Treat mom to a full-service tea that is the equivalent of a light lunch - consists of a selection of dainty sandwiches, Victorian style cookies and scones served with clott... more
Spring Flower Show and Plant Sale Sat May 9 / 9:00am - 11:00am The Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society (RHGHS) is having its annual Spring Flower Show and Plant Sale. Come and see the beautiful entries in our flower show, learn more about the RHGHS and get your plants for spring! There will be lo... more
Oak Ridges Corridor Park ~ opportunities to be involved Sat May 9 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Celebrate spring by lending a hand with some environmental projects around Richmond Hill's new park. There will be building bird boxes, mulching and planting trees. Also, this event will be an opportunity to learn more about the park and th... more
Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is putting on another pancake breakfast! Sat May 9 / 9:00am - 11:00am Enjoy a pancake breakfast of pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, juice, tea or coffee in the Wallace Hall of the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church. This breakfast is being sponsored by the combined youth groups of Richmond Hill and Thornhil... more
Spring Community Tree Planting ~ at Fontainbleu Park Sun May 10 / 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 second tree planting event of the year organized by the Town.Young and old are invited to come out to contribute to their comm... more
Entre Les Murs (The Class) ~ a "Reel Thing" presentation Mon May 11 / 7:00pm Chronicling a year in the life of a junior high school class in a rougher section of Paris, there's something undeniably French about Entre Les Murs (The Class) : the cultural challenges, the uneasy-yet-unescapable mix of cultures and races in the cl... more
