Quote of the Week (with thoughts of the kids being on their summer holidays)
"Put the swing where the children want it, the grass will grow back"
~ an Amish saying
This newsletter update lists events for the next 2 weeks. To see what is happening after July 20th please visit the web site www.OnRichmondhill.com
Farmer's Market - Local Produce Wed Jul 7 / 10:30am - 6:30pm Come by for some locally grown fruits and vegetables!
The Farmers' Market is set up on the south end (facing Carrville) of the parking lot at Hillcrest Mall.
There is a very good assortment of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, maple syrup prod... more
Acoustic Wednesdays at the Theatre's courtyard - first evening of the summer! Wed Jul 7 / 7:30pm New this summer every Wednesday evening during July and August all are welcome to come to the Theatre's Courtyard for a soothing acoustic experience free of charge.
Performing tonight is the act No Class
Tables and chairs will be set ou... more
Cool Summer Praise ~ at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Wed Jul 7 / 7:30pm Now in its second season, Cool Summer Praises, invites you to worship God in informal, comfortable , air-conditioned (when hot) William Wallace Memorial Hall, Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church.
Learn some new songs and sing old favourites from camp-... more
Park Ambassadors Orientation Meeting Wed Jul 7 / 7:00pm The Town of Richmond Hill is calling on residents to be Park Ambassadors.
This Park Ambassador program has existed in the Westbrook area and in other municipalities
The goal is to have residents watch for and report things such as:- vandalism- mi... more
The Carpet Frogs - the first "Concerts in the Park" performance of the summer Thu Jul 8 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Come out to the first Mill Pond summer concert. The performers - The Carpet Frogs - a good fun rock band.
The “Concerts in the Park” series has been one of the great joys of summer in Richmond Hill since 1975.
The... more
A time for tea and scones at the Burr House Fri Jul 9 / 12:30pm - Sun Jul 11 / 4:30pm The Burr House Craft Gallery and Tearoom is in a historical building that dates from the 1820s.
It is now a place to escape to. The craft gallery has a beautiful and extensive selection of hand crafted articles from local arti... more
Just for Laughs is here in Town with their "The Ethnic Show: Ethnical Difficulties" Fri Jul 9 - Sat Jul 10 Get ready to celebrate Toronto‟s dazzling diversity in one of the city‟s most multicultural neighborhoods as we proudly present The Ethnic Show: Ethnical Difficulties.
Hosted by international touring sensation Sugar Sammy, star of his own HBO Ca... more
Patio Party at Montana's - activities and give aways! Fri Jul 9 / 4:00pm - 12:00am You’re invited to a PATIO PARTY!!
The theme is BEACH- feel fre so, e to wear your favourite beach attire!!
Activities include:- face painting- balloon animals- live DJ on the patio- AND….. FREE RIB SAMPLING with our SIGNATURE... more
Ballroom & Latin Dance Class and Party Fri Jul 9 / 8:00pm Ooh, La La!! Come out for a very enjoyable evening of ballroom and latin dancing.
For more information and to register please call 416-878-4443 or email INFO@DANCEART.CA
Cost: $10
Location: 10 East Wilmot Street, Unit 22... more
Learn to navigate your way around the universe with The AstroNats! Fri Jul 9 / 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 dogs!
Come out and learn to navigate you... more
Saturday's Job Search Workshop for Live in Caregivers - 5 week free course Sat Jul 10 / 12:00pm - 5:00pm In partnership with the Newmarket Public Library, CCSYR is offering a FREE 5 consecutive Saturday Job Search and Community Resources workshop series, designed especially for live in caregivers.
This program is open to all caregivers, regardless of w... more
Horse Show & Community Picnic - minutes from Richmond Hill Sat Jul 10 / 9:00am - 6:00pm Come out to the horse show and pack your picnic basket for a fun family day at Richmond Hill's neighbouring Conservation Area
Exciting Show Jumping
Dynamic Demos by Northern Karate
Art & Photography Exhibits
Raffles, Pony rides & Face P... more
Star Talk at The Observatory Sat Jul 10 / 9:00pm Star Talk nights begin with a 30-minute illustrated talk given by a Canadian astronomer or space expert in the main lecture hall.
There are 2 showings this evening - 9 pm and 10 pm
This evening the guest speaker is Dr. Rupinder Brar
These talks ar... more
Enjoy the Summer, Enjoy the Local Art - at Mill Pond Gallery Sun Jul 11 / 11:00am - 5:00pm This Sunday the 2 local artists at the Mill Pond Gallery are Natalia Tsarenko and Jette Cott.
The picture featured above is Jette's.
Jette and Natalia would enjoy having you stop by.
They are also exhibiting on Thursday July 15th when there i... more
Fabulous Knock Outs - perform at Richmond Green Sun Jul 11 / 4:00pm - 6:00pm The Town has organized a great line up of Summer Concerts in the Park again this year. The Richmond Green Park's amphitheater is an ideal venueThe first Sunday afternoon concert is the Fabulous Knock Outs, a tribute band.
There is no... more
Inner Protection from Fear & Anxiety - a meditation and reflection Mon Jul 12 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This is the third in a series of 4 classes dealing with inner protection from fear and anxiety. it is not necessary to attend the previous class. Each session is independent.
This week's theme is - Examining our fear of change
Next week's... more
Layoff During Difficult Times - The End or a New Beginning? Tue Jul 13 / 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.
This is a complimentary semin... more
Mind Body & Soul invite Sunny Tsai to present a Hypnosis Workshop for Imprint Tue Jul 13 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm Mind Body & Soul has invited Sunny Tsai to to present a third Hypnosis Workshop for Imprint
This provides the group the opportunity to hear each others stories and experiences about past life regression.
If there is time, and of course a v... more
Jazz Tuesdays - at the Theatre's Piazza Tue Jul 13 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present an exciting Summer Jazz Series.
Every Tuesday evening during July and August the Theatre's courtyard becomes a delightful evening of Jazz - free of charge.
Tables and chai... more
Cool Summer Praises ~ at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Wed Jul 14 / 7:30pm Now in its second season, Cool Summer Praises, invites you to worship God in informal, comfortable , air-conditioned (when hot) William Wallace Memorial Hall, Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church.
Learn some new songs and sing old favourites from camp-... more
Networking Breakfast at The Howard Johnson Hotel Wed Jul 14 / 7:30am - 9:00am For all of those in business, this is an ideal opportunity to make some new business connections.
Remember to prepare a 30 second infomercial to let everyone know what you do!
Bring lots of business cards.
Full breakfast included.
Location:... more
Farmer's Market at Hillcrest Mall Wed Jul 14 / 10:30am - 6:30pm Come by for some locally grown fruits and vegetables!
The Farmers' Market is set up on the south end (facing Carrville) of the parking lot at Hillcrest Mall.
There is a very good assortment of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, including locall... more
Acoustic Wednesdays at the Theatre's Courtyard Wed Jul 14 / 7:30pm New this summer every Wednesday evening during July and August all are welcome to come to the Theatre's Courtyard for a soothing acoustic experience free of charge.
Performing tonight is Handsome Dewey & The Swag
Tables and chairs will be set o... more
Jack Grunsky comes to Town to entertain the kids Thu Jul 15 / 7:00pm - 8:00pm It's the kids time to enjoy the Concerts in the Park. Back by popular demand again this year is Jack Grunsky.
Please note that this performance takes place from 7 - 8 p.m.
The free outdoor concerts are presented by Tim Hortons.
Attende... more
Local Artists Exhibit at the Mill Pond Gallery - with the concert across the street Thu Jul 15 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm This Thursday evening, during the concert across the street at the Mill Pond, there are 2 local artists, Natalia Tsarenko and Jette Cott, exhibiting their works at the Mill Pond Gallery
The picture featured above is Jette's.
Jette and Nat... more
I Ought to Be In Pictures Fri Jul 16 / 8:00pm - Sat Jul 31 / 8:00pm In this comedy, a blocked screenwriter is surprised when the daughter he left behind years ago, shows up on his doorstep ready and eager to start her career in Hollywood.This is the Curtain Club'slast production of their 56th season. It was s... more
Beautiful Sounds at the Richmond Hill United Church - free concert Fri Jul 16 / 7:00pm The adult singers who have been participating in an intense summer voice program will be presenting a free concert.
This performance is the showcasing of the intensive work the singers have done over the previous five days. They are advanced a... more
The Burr House Craft Gallery - open Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons Fri Jul 16 / 12:30pm - Sun Jul 18 / 4:30pm The Burr House Craft Gallery and Tearoom is in a historical building that dates from the 1820s.
It is now a place to escape to. The craft gallery has a beautiful and extensive selection of hand crafted articles from local arti... more
Learn to navigate your way around the universe with The AstroNats! Fri Jul 16 / 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 dogs!
Come out and learn to navigate you... more
Home & Garden Show at Hillcrest Mall Sat Jul 17 / 11:00am - 3:00pm Plan on escaping from the heat by coming to Hillcrest's Home & Garden show
Featuring new lines courtesy of the Bay, Hillcrest Florist creations, Sony TV's and much more.
Win a shopping spree just for coming by!!... more
Focus on Fathers Group - a 6 week management skills program for fathers of kids 0-6yrs Sat Jul 17 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Fathers are very important in a young child's life. Hence, Catholic Community Services of York Region presents a Focus on Fathers Group
This 6 week management skills program looks at:
> Importance of Fathers in Child Development, Disci... more
Star Talk at The Observatory Sat Jul 17 / 9:00pm Star Talk nights begin with a 30-minute illustrated talk given by a Canadian astronomer or space expert in the main lecture hall.
There are 2 showings this evening - 9 pm and 10 pm
This evening the guest speaker is Paul Delaney
These talks are gea... more
Spot the Sale - at Hillcrest Mall Sun Jul 18 - Sun Jul 25 This is Hillcrest's biggest property-wide sale of the season!
Your favorite retailers are offering their best for less - come early, often and spot the sales!... more
Inner Protection from Fear & Anxiety - a meditation and reflection Mon Jul 19 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This is the final class in a series of 4 classes dealing with inner protection from fear and anxiety. it is not necessary to attend the previous class. Each session is independent.
This week's theme is - Standing up to the source of fear &... more
The Visual Arts: A Source of Comforting Self Expression. Tue Jul 20 / 8:00pm Valerie Kent is an experienced artist and teacher who paints en plein air and in her studio. Each has its own fascination. She studied at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Montreal, Concordia University, the University of Iowa, York University, Ryerson and... more
Jazz Tuesdays - at the Theatre's Piazza Tue Jul 20 / 7:30pm The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present an exciting Summer Jazz Series.
Every Tuesday evening during July and August the Theatre's courtyard becomes a delightful evening of Jazz - free of charge.
Tables and chai... more
RH Chamber of Commerce After Hours Networking Event - Cafe en Passant Tue Jul 20 / 5:00pm - 7:00pm For all of those in business, this is an ideal opportunity to make some new business connections.
Remember to prepare a 30 second infomercial to let everyone know what you do!
Bring lots of business cards and brochures
Refreshments will be served.... more
Summer Escapade - Summer Specials at the downtown restaurants Experience the taste of the “Summer Escapade” in the Village of Richmond Hill.
Here are some of the participating restaurants' features:
At Cafe En Passant
Lunch - $19.95 (+ tax)
AppetizerSoup du jourorSelected Baby Spring Greenswith... more
"Offering a Hand" - Associated Senior Executives A lot of people in Richmond Hill run their own business. They come in all shapes and sizes. The most recent tally of the number of small businesses (less than 20 employees) is more than 3500. And there is a real range of types of businesses - IT, imp... more
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