Lot's is happening this holiday season here in Richmond Hill.
I do hope that you can make the time to enjoy these events that so many have worked so hard to put together.
Please spread the word and inform your frineds and family!
Art Garfunkel - Some tickets still available! Wed Dec 2 / 8:00pm AS OF 10 PM TUESDAY EVENING THERE WERE STILL ABOUT 70 TICKETS REMAINING.Recognized as one of the legends of pop music and blessed with a voice of unbelievable clarity, Art Garfunekl has spent four decades creating inspirational songs.As one half... more
Bollywood Favourites ~ at Loblaw Cooking School Wed Dec 2 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm A class for all Bollywood fans – come join Chef Jasjit for a fun evening of fantastic food, Indian music and movie clips.You'll make the recipes of favourite Bollywood stars like -- Shahrukh Khan's festive and flavourful Chicken Biry... more
Women's Car Care Clinic Thu Dec 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Calling on all women who are interested in learning about the following; > Basic Car Maintenance > What to do in case of accident, - with John Rodrigues from Assured Automotive. > The Richmond Hill Fire Department will be on h... more
Introduction to Public Speaking - a community seminar Thu Dec 3 / 6:30pm - 8:30pm When speaking, its not what you say but how you say it. Emotion is most important when speaking . If the tone of your voice is mono tone you will turn people off from listening. Here are a few tips to help you learn to speak with emotion and co... more
What Will Your Neighbourhood be Like in 25 Years? Thu Dec 3 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm WHAT WILL YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD BE LIKE IN 25 YEARS? Picture your neighbourhood in 25 years. What should it look like? What land uses would you like to see? The residents of Richmond Hill are invited to come out to one of two meetings on Neighbourhoods... more
Starbright 'Stratford's Christmas Show' Thu Dec 3 / 7:30pm This show is as "Unique as a fallen snowflake." Starbright, originally presented at the Stratford Festival Theatre, is on it's way to Richmond Hill. For more information about the show visit www.starbright.ca Location: Richmond Hill Centre for the Pe... more
Rotary Club TV Auction Sat Dec 5 / 8:00pm - Sun Dec 6 / 8:00pm The Rotary - Rogers TV Auction is entering is 30th year. Together with their partners they will be raising significant funds for local charities - more than $100,000 per year has been raised on average! The Richmond Hill Rotary Club aims to surp... more
Group Winter Holiday Exhibition and Sale Sat Dec 5 / 11:00am - Sun Dec 6 / 5:00pm Richmond Hill Group of Artists celebrates the holidays with a variety of original artwork priced under $200, as well as artwork at regular price.The gallery is open from 11 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday. Location: Mill Pond Gallery ... more
Holly Jolly Christmas Bazaar - at the Richmond Hill United Church Sat Dec 5 / 1:00pm - 4:00pm Come out and enjoy the holiday season at the RIchmond Hill United Church's Holly Jolly Christmas bazaar.This is a tea, bake and craft sale.Location: Richmond Hill United Church &n... more
Free photos with Santa - at CIBC (Tower Hill Branch) Sat Dec 5 / 1:00pm - 4:00pm Have your child's picture taken with Santa!This complimentary picture is available the same day There are also light refreshments and activities for the kids! And there is a draw for a Nintendo DSI !!Unwrapped toys will be collected for Pat... more
Pinkalicious - The Musical ~ comes to the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Sat Oct 10 / 11:00am - Sun Mar 21 / 1:00pm Direct from Off-Broadway, Vital Theatre Company's presents this original musical, based on the New York Times best-selling children's book by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann. Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes. After ea... more
THE RANKIN SISTERS - A MARITIME CHRISTMAS Sat Dec 5 / 8:00pm The theatre manager, Michael Grit, is absolutely thrilled to confirm what has been a rumour for some time: The Richmond Hill Centre PROUDLY presents THE RANKIN SISTERS - A MARITIME CHRISTMAS The Rankin Sisters rose to international stardom... more
Embrace Diversity- End Discrimination ~ Celebrating United Nations Human Rights Day Sun Dec 6 / 1:30pm - 4:00pm Embrace Diversity- End Discrimination: “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights”. These first few famous words of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights established 60 years ago the basic premise of international... more
Moscow Boys Choir Sun Dec 6 / 7:30pm The internationally renowned Moscow Boys Choir was founded in 1957 and has spent the last 50 years earning a reputation for excellence around the world. A careful blending of heavenly soprano voices, they bring a distinct Russian flavour t... more
Tell Me The Story of Christmas - as told by the churches of Richmond Hill Sun Dec 6 / 7:00pm The massed choirs of Richmond Hill will present "Tell Me the Story of Christmas" - a Richmond Hill family carol service sponsored by the Christian churches of Richmond Hill.The program includes:- lots of carol singing - two bands- a mass choir- a sho... more
Richmond Hill Walk-In Laughter Club offers a free class Mon Dec 7 / 7:00pm - 8:00pm Richmond Hill Walk-In Laughter Club is offering another free session this month.They invite you to come and experience the joy of laughter with certified yoga leaders Ana & Marjorie. It is a good form of cardiovascular exercise for your mind, body an... more
A Life Less Ordinary: Learning to rejoice in the happiness of others Mon Dec 7 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm A Life Less Ordinary: Learning to rejoice in the happiness of othersLife can easily be seen as hard and difficult or tedious and boring. It doesn't have to be this way. What our life is, depends upon how we view it. Everything depends upon... more
"Holiday Mix & Mingle" Business Social Mon Dec 7 / 5:30pm - 8:00pm The AFV Network is hosting a "Holiday Mix & Mingle" business social. This is an open invitation to come on out and network with local area businesses, and enjoy some delicious Hors D'oeuvres by a warm, crackling fire. Salads and Sweets will... more
Holiday Entertaining - Quick & Easy Hors D'oeuvres ~ at Loblaw Cooking School Wed Dec 9 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Tiny taste treats ready in no time at all! Whether you are planning on serving a few before a meal or as an all hors d'oeuvre buffet, these easy to prepare recipes will suit the bill. Join Chef Paula Bambrick as she shows you how to make: ... more
Layoff During Difficult Times - The End or a New Beginning? Wed Dec 9 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm Did you lose your job? Are you fearful and stuck, looking for guidance? Are you ready to be pro-active and make a plan for your life? Do you need help identifying and setting your goals? Do you want a confidence boost and create more self-awareness?... more
Christmas Shopping Party ~ at the Rising Sun Wed Dec 9 / 6:00pm - 10:00pm The Rising Sun is having their annual Christmas Shopping Event - after store hours There will be - live music- draws- prizes- cake and tea- gift wrapping- chair massages........ and Xmas hugs! Location: The Rising Star ... more
Wine, Women & Chocolate Thu Dec 10 / 7:00pm - 9:30pm Fit Your Style presents Wine, Women and Chocolate, an event to support the Women's Centre of York Region.Indulge in: CHOCOLATE... Come taste healthy chocolate and learn about its benefits! And &n... more
Christmas Luncheon at the McConaghy Centre Fri Dec 11 / 12:00pm There will again this year be the Christmas Luncheon featuring a traditional turkey dinnerThe cost for this delicious luncheon is $20 for members and $25 for non-members (must pre-order your tickets). Please call the McConaghy Centre at 905 737-... more
Black Umfolosi Fri Dec 11 / 8:00pm Based in Zimbabwe, Black Umfolosi are a multi-discipline and internationally acclaimed performing arts group, featuring harmonic a Capella singing and traditional African dance. A unique theatrical experience, their music is fresh, fi... more
Group Winter Holiday Exhibition and Sale Sat Dec 12 / 11:00am - Sun Dec 13 / 5:00pm Richmond Hill Group of Artists celebrate the holidays with a variety of original artwork priced under $200, as well as artwork at regular price.The gallery is open from 11 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday. Location: Mill Pond Gallery ... more
The Messiah presented by Vocal Horizons Sun Dec 13 / 7:30pm What would the holiday season be without Handel's Messiah. This treasured oratorio has been a Christmas tradition for decades and up until now, Richmond Hill residents have had to leave the community to enjoy this majestic work. No more. Michael... more
Carols by Candlelight at St. Matthew's United Church Sun Dec 13 / 7:00pm St. Matthew's United Church is presenting their annual Carols by Candlelight Their vocal and English hand bell choir will be presentingThere will be a free will offering.All are welcome!Location: St. Matthew's United Church &nb... more
Joy to the World - A Christmas Cantata Sun Dec 13 / 7:00pm Everyone is invited to come to the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church to hear their Christmas Cantata - Joy to the World!Refreshments will be served afterwards in the Wallace Hall.Location: Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church &n... more
THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS ~ presented by the Cantabile Chorale Mon Dec 14 / 7:30pm Cantabile Chorale of York Region's traditional community Christmas concert features Christmas music old and new, with community carol singing plus seasonal refreshments to follow. This year's special guests are the Quintessence Bell Ensemble, togethe... more
Cove ~ a screening by the Reel Thing Mon Dec 14 / 7:00pm Participate in a truly unique cultural experience here in Richmond Hill! With the support and cooperation of the Toronto International Film Festival Group (TIFFG) and Film Circuit, the Town of Richmond Hill is pleased to continue offering its own min... more
A Life Less Ordinary: Living a life of virtue as an example for others Mon Dec 14 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm A Life Less Ordinary: Living a life of virtue as an example for othersLife can easily be seen as hard and difficult or tedious and boring. It doesn't have to be this way. What our life is, depends upon how we view it. Everything depe... more
Mayor's Chanukah Concert Tue Dec 15 / 7:30pm The Town of Richmond Hill is honoured to be partnering with the Chabad Romano Centre, for this year’s Chanukah Celebrations at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. This festive concert will feature performances by:- Mario Romano &... more
Tantalizing Treats Raise Funds for Local Charities After an extremely successful third annual Tastes of the Hill (held on Sunday, October 4), which showcased a variety of Richmond Hill’s cuisines reflecting the community’s diversity, Council presented a cheque to Mosaic Interfaith –... more
The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Program ~ "Partners Against Poverty" This is a unique partnering opportunity directed at local businesses, service groups, clubs, government groups, local churches, among others. The Salvation Army in Richmond Hill needs community support to assist in raising much needed funds to carryi... more
Toy Drive - organized by Reza Moridi Reza Moridi has organized a toy drive.He is asking the residents and businesses here in Richmond Hill to please donate new, unwrapped toys to help bring a smile to children in need this Holiday Season. Toys will be distributed to registered charitabl... more
OFFERING A HAND - The Food Bank The Food Bank needs more than food this holiday season. They need food all year long. About 1000 people use the resources of the Richmond Hill Food Bank each month. It is there for emergency needs, which means that someone can go just once a month an... more
Richmond Hill Resident, David Bannister, recognized in Ontario Legislature Reza Moridi had the privilege of honouring in our provincial legistlature an outstanding resident of Richmond Hill, David Bannister.David had served on the board of trustees for York Central Hospital for 10 yearsReza recognized David's deep committme... more
