Wood Block Art Demo & Green Tea Wed Sep 16 / 12:00pm - 5:00pm Rose Hirano invites you to come and visit. Her downtown Richmond Hill studio is now open every Wednesday afternoon from 12-5pm. Come visit and see how the multi-step reduction wood block is done. She may be carving a wood block or printing a particul... more
Richmond Hill Women's Association Monthly Networking Social Wed Sep 16 / 7:30pm - 9:30pm This month the Richmond Hill Women's Networking Association meets at the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce offices. These meetings are an excellent opportunity for women to come out and network with other business women. This may be an... more
A Special Invitation to learn more about the CIBC Run for the Cure Wed Sep 16 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure invites you and a guest to an information session and Tips for Fundraising for the York Region Run. There will be:- a sharing of information regarding the October 4 run... more
Shoud we build a new Town Hall? Wed Sep 16 / 7:30pm - 9:00pm In 2008, the Town of Richmond Hill completed a study to determine if it was feasible to relocate its main Municipal Offices (Town Hall) from the current location at 225 East Beaver Creek Road to a Town-owned site at the south west corner of Yonge Str... more
Computer Basics - Free classes offered by the RHCCC Women's Ministry Thu Sep 17 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm Do you know someone who has put off learning basic computer skills but would be very happy if they could tap into this world?The Women's Ministry of the Richmond Hill Christian Community Church would like to help teach anyone who is interested in lea... more
Host a COFFEE BREAK - for Alzheimer's Thu Sep 17 / 6:00am - 6:00pm ON SEPTEMBER 17, YOU CAN HELP THE ALMOST HALF A MILLION CANADIANS LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE OR A RELATED DISORDER! COMMIT TO HOSTING A COFFEE BREAK™ DURING THE ANNUAL ALZHEIMER COFFEE BREAK™ FUNDRAISER. Coffee Break rais... more
Grand Opening of Dytronix - All Invited!! Thu Sep 17 / 3:00pm - 7:00pm A new business here in Town, Dytronix Showroom & Proof of Concept Centre, has extended an open invitation, particularly of interest for those with small businesses. This can be a great opportunity to network and see what small business sol... more
Swap It or Sell It!! Sat Sep 19 / 8:00am - 1:00pm The Town of Richmond Hill has organized a big Recycling Effort!! Your junk just might be someone else's treasures. Start clearing out today before winter sets in!You need to reserve a table for a cost of $10 for one table or $15 for... more
Community Tree Planting ~ Toll Bar Park Sat Sep 19 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Come out and dig in the dirt! And help restore the protect the natural features in our community.Young and old are invited to come out. Equipment is provided.It is a good idea to bring along sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottle,... more
Grand Opening of CHAT's MEDIchair Sat Sep 19 / 11:00am - 2:00pm CHATS (Community Home Assistance to Seniors) offers a very valuable service and products to many of our community members. They are now providing an additional line of products - MEDIchair CHATS There will be a free BBQ lun... more
Angela Zheng Charity Concert 'I Stand Here for Love Sat Sep 19 / 8:00pm Ms. Angela Zheng graduated from the China Conservatory of Music . Since Ms. Zheng resided in Canada in 2005, she continues to perform in China and South-east Asia. Her music collabrates with various well-known conductors and orchestras. Ms. Zheng had... more
Mill Pond Gallery Art Show and Sale Sat Sep 19 / 11:00am - Sun Sep 20 / 5:00pm This weekend's Art Show and Sale feature the local artists Jette Cott, Birte Shoemaker and Julie Freebury. They present original paintings of waterscape, landscape, floral, and still-life in acrylic and they would love to tell you about their wo... more
Arts Richmond Hill invites the community to an open house and discussion Sun Sep 20 / 2:30pm - 4:30pm After 30 years of existence, Arts Richmond Hill would like to move forward. After many conversations with the community, members and the board, there appears to be a need for deliberations on transforming Arts, Culture and Heritage in our... more
Casting Off the Cold Knitting Club Sun Sep 20 / 1:00pm Casting Off the Cold is a network of volunteer knitters and crocheters and now the summer is over the group is meeting again and invites anyone who knits or would like to knit to join them. It's a great time to share tips, socia... more
Smart Commute 404-7 Car Free Day Promotion! Tue Sep 22 / 6:00am - 11:00pm Join people from 1500 other countries around the world in celebrating International Car Free Day. Smart Commute 404-7, in partnership with York Region Transit (YRT/VIVA), is encouraging employees within Markham and Richmond Hill, who currently drive... more
Living a Life of Harmony ~ What are the causes of anger? Mon Sep 21 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm Solution to Anger: Living a Life of Harmony ~ This series of classes will give us simple and practical methods to change the way we respond to difficult situations and people. These simple mind training techniques enable us to remain peaceful a... more
Hallaj ~ this world premier is launched here! Tue Sep 22 / 8:00pm - Sat Sep 26 / 8:00pm Produced by the acclaimed Modern Times Stage Company and directed by Dora award winner Sohel Parsa, Hallaj is a powerful story of conviction, sacrifice and the triumph of the human spirit. This World Premiere centers around ... more
Mind, Body and Soul Workshop ~ Expanding Consciousness through Voice Dialogue Tue Sep 22 / 8:00pm - 10:00pm Mind, Body and Soul offers regular free programs to our community with the goal of achieving optimal mental health and Fitness.This week's speaker is Lorena Colarusso. Her topic for this evening is Expanding Consciousness throu... more
Doors Open Richmond Hill 2010 - Information Session Tue Sep 22 / 7:30pm Doors Open Richmond Hill 2009 was such a great success that planning has already started for next year's event! The Town invites you to show your pride in Richmond Hill by attending this information session.The Town and surrounding community ope... more
Montcrest Big Band performs at Valley Vista Wed Sep 23 / 2:00pm - 4:00pm The community is invited to come and enjoy the big band sounds from the Montcrest Big Band at the Valley Vista Retirement Residence.Come and swing to the music! Refreshments will be served.Space is limited so please call Reesa or Laura to reser... more
Parenting Seminar Wed Sep 23 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm With the new school year upon us parents may have set some goals for themselves.If you wish to learn how to help your children achieve: - Self-Discipline - Problem Solving Skills - Responsibility -Self-Esteem Or if you have hassles with children over... more
Mickey Rooney & Jan Rooney Wed Sep 23 / 2:30pm “Let’s Put On A Show!” is an autobiographical musical, highlighted with film clips, humor and anecdotal memories which enjoyed a successful run Off‐Broadway in New York. Mickey is excited to share the stage with his wife of ov... more
When You're About to Separate: What to tell the kids Thu Sep 24 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm This is a workshop for parents about to separate or in the early stages of separation. How and when to tell the children as well as ideas and strategies to best meet your child’s needs will be discussed. This workshop is presented by... more
Income Tax Filing - presented by the Small Business Enterprise Centre Thu Sep 24 / 6:00pm - 8:00pm The Richmond Hill Small Business Enterprise Centre offers this free seminar - "What should you know before you file your taxes?" The speaker is Howard Halpern (CA CPA CFP TEP)Topics for the Seminar include, but are not limited to: �... more
The Mayor's Luncheon presented by the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce Fri Sep 25 / 11:00am - 2:00pm The Mayor of Richmond Hill annually addresses the Richmond Hill business community at a luncheon held in September. David Barrow enjoys speaking to the business community and welcomes the opportunity to meet his constituents. A very nice lunc... more
Humanitarian Speaker Series ~ presented by the Canadian Red Cross Fri Sep 25 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm The Canadian Red Cross, Region of York, Youth Action Group invites the community to join them for an evening dedicated to Humanitarian Speakers that have devoted their lives to serving humanity. This evening will include a Humanitarian Activity... more
Phyllis Rawlinson Fall Harvest Festival Sat Sep 26 / 10:00am - 3:00pm The Town's taff and people from the Evergreen Foundation have organized a Fall Harvest Festival.There will be a Community Tree Planting from 10am-noon You are invited to dig in with other community members to provide habitat for wildlife on the... more
Diamonds and Denim - a special evening presented by the YCH Volunteers Sat Sep 26 / 6:00pm The Volunteer Association of the York Central Hospital is putting on the glitz with an indulging night of dining, dancing, entertainment and chance.The entertainment includes the singer, Susannah Kiernan and the "Ancient Mystic" Cat,... more
Mill Pond Gallery Art Show and Sale Sat Sep 26 / 11:00am - Sun Sep 27 / 5:00pm This weekend features a "Group Impressions of Nature" Exhibition and Sale by the Richmond Hill Group of Artists. They express their impressions of nature in their artwork with a variety of landscape, abstract, floral and wild life.The gallery is... more
Red Cross Babysitting Course offered at Rexall Health Centre Sat Sep 26 / 9:00am - 4:00pm The Red Cross Society is offering a babysitting course at the conveniently located Rexall Health Centre.This is a course for 11 to 15 yr olds. Course Description: Feed a baby or change a diaper Prepare a simple meal Pl... more
Creativity and Wellness Studio Sat Sep 26 / 10:00am - 12:00pm Discover and nurture the artist inside of you through a self exploring and expression art group offered by Soul Care Studio. You will have the opportunity to understand yourselves in a new and creative way and express your thoughts and emotions throu... more
FALL RUMMAGE SALE The Women's Association of the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Sat Sep 26 / 9:00am - 12:00pm The Women's Association of the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church will be hosting their annual Fall Rummage Sale on Saturday, September 26. There will be clothing for all ages and sizes but it is suggested that you come early for the best selecti... more
Come view the Night Skies at the David Dunlap Observatory Sat Sep 26 / 7:30pm - 8:30pm The tour begins with a 30-minute illustrated talk given by a Canadian astronomer or space expert talk in the main lecture hall. These talks are geared for all ages (no math) and focus on exciting projects involving Canadian space scientists. Inside t... more
Hospice Richmond Hill's 4th Annual Fall Family Fair Sun Sep 27 / 11:00am - 4:00pm Hospice Richmond Hill is once again holding a Fall Family Fair!! They invite you to join them for an authentic corn roast, BBQ and activities for children including face-painting, a magician, hallowe’en treat bag decorating, pumpkins... more
Living a Life of Harmony ~ The practise of patient acceptance Mon Sep 28 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm Solution to Anger: Living a Life of Harmony ~ This series of classes will give us simple and practical methods to change the way we respond to difficult situations and people. These simple mind training techniques enable us to remain peaceful and pat... more
A Journey from the Heart to ~ Enhancing the Creativity Within Tue Sep 29 / 7:00pm William Ho has embarked on a formal speaking series and begins this journey with this evening's gathering. He would like to share his experiences of reaching out to the world through his creative endeavors and present seven ... more
More Flooring Options - Part 2 More Flooring Options - Part 2 The first article in this two-part series focused on material flooring options. We're now going to look at hard flooring options. Keep in mind that the list of flooring options available to homeowners keeps growing and... more
"The People of Richmond Hill" ~ Niclas Ahola of SNAP Isn’t it amazing how some things become a routine as if they have been here forever. In this case it is waiting for the new SNAP Richmond Hill to come out at the beginning of the month to see what has been going on in Town, who was involved and... more
