"The gap between people on either side of a cultural divide can become a means for entering another reality. Without the "hole" there is not entrance."
- from Another Culture/Another World author Micheal Oleksa, Alaskan Cross-Cultural Educator
This Newsletter Update lists events happening in Town for the next 2 weeks.
Visit the web site www.OnRichmondhill.com to find out what is happening after August 10th
The Best Elvis is in the building (Richmond Hill Theatre)! Wed Jul 28 / 7:00pm THE ULTIMATE ELVIS EXPERIENCE featuring award-wining Tim ‘E’ and his incredible eleven piece show band is performing here in town!.
On July 25th Tim 'E' was declared Collingwood's 2010 Elvis Professional Concert Years CHAMPION. Any... more
Farmer's Market at Hillcrest Mall Wed Jul 28 / 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.
As well as a very good assortment of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables there are... more
Acoustic Wednesdays- enjoy a summer's evening at the Theatre's courtyard Wed Jul 28 / 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 are Handsome Dewey & The Swag
Tables an... 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's final production of their 56th season. It was... more
Cool Summer Praises ~ at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Wed Jul 28 / 7:25pm - 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
Live Local ~ Local Art - at the Mill Pond Gallery Thu Jul 29 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm The 2 local artists exhibiting at the Mill Pond Gallery this Thursday are Caterina Liberatore and Monica Radia
Monica's paiting is featured above.
Here is a sample of Caterina's art
Location: Mill Pond Gallery &... more
1980's A Capella at the Mil Pond Thu Jul 29 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Come out to the Mill Pond "Concerts in the Park" to enjoy A Capella by the Retrocity
The “Concerts in the Park” series has been one of the great joys of summer in Richmond Hill since 1975.
The free outdoor concerts are presented by Tim... more
A Long Weekend Getaway - right here in Town Fri Jul 30 / 12:30pm - Sun Aug 1 / 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 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 dogs!
Come out and learn to navigate you... more
Garden & Horticultural Society's annual photography competition Tue Aug 3 / 8:00pm The Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society has invited their Society member and photography buff Raf Ollivierre to host the results of the Society’s annual photography competition.
A good time to learn more about the Society... more
Jazz Tuesdays at the Theatre's Piazza Tue Aug 3 / 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
Acoustic Wednesdays at the Theatre's Courtyard Wed Aug 4 / 7:30pm 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 are the bands No Class and Saturn Sky
Tables and chairs will be... more
Farmer's Market - stop by for something for dinner and a treat for the way home! Wed Aug 4 / 10:30am - 6:30pm Come by for some locally grown fruits and vegetables and more!
The Farmers' Market is set up on the south end (facing Carrville) of the parking lot at Hillcrest Mall.
As well as a very good assortment of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables t... more
Cool Summer Praises ~ at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Wed Aug 4 / 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
Festival of Bounty at Phyllis Rawlinson Park Wed Aug 4 / 4:00pm - 8:00pm Join Evergreen and the Town of Richmond Hill for this annual local food festival!
We will celebrate summer’s bounty with a summer feast of fresh, local food, garden activities and community music making. Connect with other gardeners to share g... more
Mill Pond Gallery open same time as there is the Concert in the Park Thu Aug 5 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm Come out to the Mill Pond to enjoy both music and art. Tonight Susan D Smith and Jane Sales will exhibit their art and would love for you to venture over to see them.
They will also exhibit on Sunday August 8th.
A sample of Susan's... more
Divas at the Plaza - a Steppin' Out Production - 2 Shows Thu Aug 5 Come join Steppin Out Productions for their first cabaret night in the beautiful Plaza Suite at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts.
Eight Steppin' Out performers will take the stage to share their favourite songs and stories.... more
Global Leadership Summit 2010 - hosted, via satelitte, by RH Christian Community Church Thu Aug 5 - Fri Aug 6 This is the premier leadership event of its kind. Richmond Hill Christian Community Church is once again privileged to be one of the host sites.
Broadcast via satellite from the Willow Creek campus in Chicago, some of the speakers this year includes... more
The Beautiful Burr House Fri Aug 6 / 12:30pm - Sun Aug 8 / 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
Reza Moridi would like to see you at his BBQ! Sat Aug 7 / 12:00pm - 3:00pm Come and meet your neighbours at Reza Moridi's Annual Community BBQ
Enjoy some - complimentary food- multicultural entertainment- children's activities
Rain or shine!
Please bring a donation for the Food Bank. They very much are in need of do... more
MADD (York Chapter) Garage Sale at Richmond Hill Presybterian Church Sat Aug 7 / 9:00am - 3:00pm MADD is raising funds for all of the good work they do in our community!
The volunteers with this organization have rounded up lots of great things
good used furniture
toys
clothing
collectibles,
knick knacks
sporting goods
bikes
....... more
Star Talk at The Observatory Sat Aug 7 / 8:30pm 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 - 8:30pm and 9:30pm
This evening the guest speaker is
Star Talk nights begin... more
Enjoy a Summer Day with a visit to the Mill Pond Gallery Sun Aug 8 / 11:00am - 5:00pm Two local artist are exhibiting at the Mill Pond Gallery - Susan D Smith and Jane Sales
Here is a glimpse of their work
A sample of Susan's art - "Woodland Flowers"
An sample of Jane's art - "Lilacs"... more
Preparing New Parents Group - a 5 weeks management skills program Mon Aug 9 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm This program is for new and expectant parents.
Topics include:
• The Importance of Parents in Child Development, Discipline
• Anger Management and Conflict Resolution
• Stress Management and Time Management
• Illness Manageme... more
Laughter Club offers a Free Session Mon Aug 9 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm Come out and try something new. Richmond Hill Walk-In Laughter Club has their next free session on Monday August 9th.
Laughter Yoga is a good form of cardiovascular exercise for your mind, body and soul! It make you feel good instantly!
Walk... more
Layoff During Difficult Times - The End or a New Beginning? Tue Aug 10 / 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
Jazz Tuesdays - come enjoy a summer evening outdoors at the Theatre's piazza Tue Aug 10 / 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
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 (10133 Yonge Street)
Lunch - $19.95 (+ tax)
AppetizerSoup du jourorSelect... more
Benefits of Meditation -some thoughts by Peter Dennis In my last article, I mentioned that many benefits accrue to those who practice regular meditation. In this one, I will be more specific. First, by “regular meditation”, I mean approximately 20 minutes every day, give or take a few minute... more
Richmond Green Gets Greener Our Mayor, Dave Barrow and Paul Calandra, MP for Oak-Ridges-Markham, on Tuesday, July 27th, officially celebrated a new, environmentally friendly wind turbine and three solar panels that will help power the Town’s Richmond Green Sport... more
"Offering a Hand" - St. Paul's Lutheran Church Community Gardens The St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Community Gardens does more than grow vegetables.
Here at the northeast corner of Bayview and Major MacKenzie there lots of tomatoes, onions, beans, squash, and a number of other vegetables growing on this approx... more
A Week for You - A Week for Humanity - a training program for youth (14- 25) The Canadian Red Cross, Region of York, is offering a great opportunity for the youth in our community.
A WEEK FOR YOU – A WEEK FOR HUMANITY
For those ages 14-25 you are encouraged to become active leaders in the local and global Red Cross co... more
Toastmasters - the what, the why and the where Toastmasters - an account by Shashir Lakhani
Since retiring from my business life, I have spent my time giving back to the community and working on my personal development.
I joined Destiny Toastmasters club in October of 2006.
I have not loo... more
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