Welfarewell - A Comedy, at The Curtain Club
Thu Jan 26 - Sat Feb 11

Esmerelda is 80, still of sound mind, but her body is beginning to fall apart. She now faces the fact that her government pension is insufficient to support her. When she is arrested for attempting to bury her dead cat, she finds that there is free...

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Discount tickets for the family to come see Clifford The Big Red Dog

Come celebrate Clifford's 50th birthday!! The theatre is offering a special Family Pack - 4 tickets (including up to 3 adults) for $75 This special offer is not available for on line ticket sales. Please stop by the box office  or just call 905...

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'licious Winter Menus Come to the Heart of Richmond Hill
Fri Jan 27 - Fri Feb 10

Cafe en Passant does not want you to have to go down town to take advantage of Winterlicious. They have created their own special menu to entice you to stay in town! Bon Appetit! Winterlicious Lunch Menu - $20.00 1st course Soup du Jourmade daily...

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St. Mary's Anglican Church – A Short History of the Chapel

Anglicans have worshipped in Richmond Hill since the early days of this community. From the 1830’s this area was attached to the Parish of Holy Trinity in Thornhill with clergy visiting on a rotating basis of for special circumstances such as w...

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People Place Richmond Hill - Civic Precinct Project

The Civic Precinct Project is a community engagement and corporate planning initiative focused on creating a “people place” in downtown Richmond Hill. Through People Place Richmond Hill: Civic Precinct Project the Town invites you to sha...

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Enjoy the outdoors this winter! Lace up your skates!

The Town maintains 4 options for outdoor skating The Richmond Green Skating Trail at Richmond Green Benches in a sheltered area Washrooms Music Lit in the evening Groomed ice Lots of nearby parking Open 10 am to 10 pm   Mill Pond...

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Richmond Hill Winter Carnival ~ at the Mill Pond
Fri Feb 3 - Sun Feb 5

The Richmond Hill Winter Carnival is celebrating its 44th year on February 3rd,4th , and 5th. For the past 44 years this event has been run by community volunteers and generously funded by local sponsors. Free outdoor activities take place all weeke...

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Volunteer Opportunity - Selling Daffodil Pins for the Cancer Societyl

The Canadian Cancer Society South York Region Unit joins the Fight Against Cancer Please show your support - Buy Daffodil Pins this April!  And they are seeking volunteers to sell and deliver pins. If you have a few hours to spare and wou...

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Do you have ideas for what the Public Art Policy should be

Art in public places contributes to the community experience - it provides character, beauty, and a focal point. It helps develop a sense of identity within neighbourhoods. “We want Richmond Hill to have more community art so that our public s...

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Home Decor Colour Trends for 2012

Colour trends are constantly shifting as current events, the economy, celebrities, fads, and fashion morph from one preference to the next. Analysts are anticipating people renovating their homes more than ever due to the current real estate climate...

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English High Tea - served in Richmond Hill (St. Matthews United Church)
Sat Feb 4 / 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Sip tea from china cups and enjoy a selection of home made scones, finger sandwiches, and desserts. Invite friends and family and plan to attend this relaxing, enjoyable afternoon. Proceeds help support many worthwhile local projects including:...

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Devilishly Good Comedy
Sat Feb 4 / 9:30pm

Liam Kelly hosts Richmond Hill's only weekly comedy show at St. Louis Bar and Grill - 10620 Yonge St. every Saturday at 9:30 This Saturday night enjoy Comedy on the Dark Side, with Richmond Hill's own Josh Infald, Adam McFawn, and King City's Tyler...

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York Region Music Celebration Gala features violinist Jacques Israelievitch
Sat Feb 4 / 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Jacques Israelievitch, internationally renowned violinist, will be featured at the York Region Music Celebration Gala. He will be directing the Koffler Chamber Orchestra, which will include the winners of the Concerto Class. Several of the 134 Fest...

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Computer Forum ~ Free instruction at McConaghy
Sat Feb 4 / 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wish you were better on the computer? An informal discussion will take place at 10 a.m. The second hour offers opportunities for one-on-one hands on sessions with our team of volunteer experts for advice, instruction, help and inspiration. This com...

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Shopping can be an enjoyable experience ~ at The Village Market
Sat Feb 4 / 8:30am - 1:30pm

Teacher and folksinger Cameron Birnie will be performing this Saturday at the Village Market. So while you're shopping for local organic veggies and meats you can listen to an actual person singing and playing music.  No recorded music here!!...

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Laughter Yoga - it's good for you!
Mon Feb 6 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Walk in and experience the healing power of laughter and meditation techniques. Laughtercise is a good form of cardiovascular exercise for your mind body and soul. Meditation is to cleanse your mind, it is like mental floss to live stress free and...

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You're invited to the Rotary TV Auction cheque presentations to the local charities
Mon Feb 6 / 6:00pm

Cheques will be presented to the thirteen participating charities in the 2011 Rotary TV Auction. The first weekend of December, the Richmond Hill Rotary Club holds their annual TV Auction, broadcast live on Rogers TV. The December 2011 Auction raise...

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Basics Cooking Series: Chocolate Delights, at Longo's
Mon Feb 6 / 5:00pm - 6:00pm

This class will show you the ins and outs of making chocolates perfect for that special someone. It’s a chocoholic’s dream! Fee: $10 To register for a class and for more information (905) 770-7029  loftrichmondhill@longos.com Loc...

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Hike Lake Wilcox - hopefully it's frozen
Mon Feb 6 / 9:30am

This will be a 5k hike at a slow pace for about 2 hours. Depending on ice conditions, a significant part of the trek will be across Lake Wilcox. (Alternatively it will go along community trails). Icers, boots or snowshoes will be required depending...

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Get Ready, Get Set.... for Carpool Week

Share your ride and splurge on something other than gas! Smart Commute Markham, Richmond Hill is gearing up for Carpool Week, February 6-12, a GTA wide campaign that encourages people who drive alone to try carpooling. Taking part in a carpool sa...

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Taking Control of your Retirement Nest Egg - Free 4 Week Workshop at McConaghy
Mon Feb 6 / 1:00pm - 3:00pm

With more than 15 year's experience, Nick Dodds, Investment Advisor for RBC Dominion Securities, has helped his clients navigate through both good times and bad times. In this four-week course, Nick will introduce you to money management ideas and o...

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Overcoming Stress with Kadampa Buddhist Teacher, Rose Hirano; this week's theme: Staying positive
Mon Feb 6 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Mental stress is something we carry every day and it interrupts our ability to stay calm, centred, and balanced. Our reactions are often laced with frustration and anger and we have little space in our mind for others. Meditation helps reduce stres...

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Clifford, The Big Red Dog!!! 2 Shows
Mon Feb 6

It only takes a little to BE BIG! In conjunction with the beloved BIG dog’s 50th anniversary in 2012, celebrate the timeless values of Clifford’s BIG Ideas - Share, Play Fair, Have Respect, Work Together, Be Responsible, Be Truthful, Be...

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Small Business Enterprise Centre presents a seminar on communicating effectively
Tue Feb 7 / 9:00am - 11:00am

Richmond Hill Small Business Enterprise Centre has invited Earl Sky of Vocal Power to deliver this seminar This seminar will teach you how to communicate effectively in both social and business settings.Join broadcaster and vocal coach Earl Sky to l...

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"The Picture is Captured – Now What?" - a photography workshop, offered by David West of West Photo
Tue Feb 7 / 7:00pm - 9:30pm

Due to popular demand and the success of last year’s courses, David West of West Photo is offering a series of workshop courses for amateur photographers between January and April 2012. These courses are aimed at improving a photographer's ski...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Feb 7 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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Couples Date Night ~ in the Loft at Longo's
Tue Feb 7 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Why wait for Valentine’s Day to enjoy a special night out? Spoil your loved one and your taste buds by joining Chef Mike for an evening of culinary lessons and romantic cuisine. Make this a unique date night experience while savouring a speci...

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What Lies in Store for 2012 and Beyond ~ a presentatiion to the Horticultural Society
Tue Feb 7 / 8:00pm

The Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society has a double treat night for this month's meeting First. the Toronto Botanical Garden’s dynamic Director of Horticulture, Paul Zammit, will talk about what’s new in horticulture for 2012...

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Marshall McLuhan: The Man and His Message Presented by Donald J. Gillies ~ Lecture at McConaghy
Tue Feb 7 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Last year was the centenary year of Marshall McLuhan's birth.  It was celebrated around the world. He remains Canada's most celebrated and controversial communications scholar. This talk will reflect on his work in many media and comment on the...

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Family Transitions - Triple P course - 12 week course starting February 7th
Tue Feb 7 / 6:30pm - 8:30pm

This group promotes a healthy transition for families going through separation or divorce—a time which is stressful for all involved. It takes time to build a new family identity and work through feelings related to the end of the marriage. T...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Feb 7 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary, practice...

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Food Trends: A Delmanor LivingWell Talk
Tue Feb 7 / 2:00pm

LivingWell Coach Donna Armstrong introduces her latest super food. Have a sample and learn about the nutritional benefits of almond butter! Please try to let them you'll be stopping by. Contact Susan at 905 770-7963 sapplebaum@delmanor.com...

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Questioning & Coming Out Group for Women, facilitated by Family Services of York Region
Wed Feb 8 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

This group will provide a relaxing , friendly environment for women questioning their sexual orientation and/or in the early stages of coming out. This group is open to all women from the age of 24 and up and attendees may be on their own or living...

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Art of War Painting Tournament
Wed Feb 8 / 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Art of War is a competitive free‐style painting contest. Teams of three students have 30 minutes to create an acrylic painting while being accompanied by the Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra. There are two rounds, 30 minutes each in length....

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Pay What You Can Community Acupuncture - provided by VitalChecks, at Mind Body and Soul
Wed Feb 22 / 6:00pm - 9:00pm

VitalCheck’s Naturopathic doctors, Dr. Angela Lee and Dr. Yashar Khosroshahi are pleased that they can present Richmond Hill’s first Community Acupuncture Program at Mind Body and Soul. Payments are based on a ‘Pay What You Can&rsq...

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Business@Breakfast ~ a Chamber of Commerce event at Chartwell
Wed Feb 8 / 7:30am - 9:00am

The Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce believes networking works! Remember your business cards and brochures And prepare a 30 second infomercial for your introduction Cost:If pre-registered:Member: $20 +HST Future Member: $25 + HST Walk-ins (Inclu...

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Injection Therapies: Alternative Treatments for Common Ailments, a Life2 presentation
Wed Feb 8 / 8:00pm - 9:30pm

Life2 has invited Yashar Khosroshahi B.Kin, Naturopathic Doctor to do a presentation on Intravenous Vitamin Therapy and Biopuncture Intravenous Vitamin Therapy We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” However, a more ac...

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Small Business Information Seminar
Thu Feb 9 / 6:00pm - 9:00pm

This Seminar, presented by the Canada Revenue Agency, is designed to help small businesses understand their tax responsibilities and to assist in developing an awareness of the services that the CRA provides. There is no charge but registration is r...

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Help and Hope - an awareness session, presented by Eating Disorders of York Region
Thu Feb 9 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Food sustains us. Our relationship with food can, however, be quite complex. Eating behaviors can be affected by many factors throughout the life cycle. Sometimes our relationship with food can result in disordered eating – we may eat more or...

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Love Train Revue rolls into Town
Thu Feb 9 / 7:30pm

The Love Train Revue is an exciting musical celebration of Black History Month with renowned vocalist, producer and all round entertainer George St. Kitts who will be joined by CFRB Show Host, Spider Jones and surprise guest artists! This show sold...

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'Sip & Sew' at the Community Church - helping Sandgate and Rose of Sharon
Thu Feb 9 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Come and make pillowcases for Sandgate Women’s Shelter and baby body bibs for Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers The ladies at the Community Church would love to have you join them  for an evening of Sipping and Sewing. You’...

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McConaghy Snowshoe Hike
Thu Feb 9 / 9:30am - 11:00am

Embrace winter with a snowshoe hike through nearby forests and trails! The hikes will be between one hour and one and a half hours long.   No showshoeing experience needed.  Snowshoes are provided.   Upon registration, directions to...

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Fun Thai Cuisine ~ Cooking Class at Longo's
Thu Feb 9 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Take me away to Thailand! Learn how to make great crispy coconut prawns, pad Thai noodles and a luxurious banana coconut custard. George Brown Chef Rosemary Lee will teach you how to put together your very own Thai pantry to help yourecreate all th...

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Attention Businesses! - Richmond Hill is having their first Home & Garden Show May 11 to 13

For all businesses and organizations, this is a great opportunity to meet your clients here in Richmond Hill. It's at the large complex at Richmond Green - no worries about weather.  Lot's of parking. Many options for display tables and booths...

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Free Chiropractic Services for those in need, offered in conjunction with the Salvation Army

York Family Chiropractic has recently started a weekly  program at the Salvation Army Community Church offering chiropractic services to those who would not otherwise have access. York Family Chiropractic offers a drug-free, non-invasive, non-s...

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Led Zeppelin IV - recreated by Classic Albums Live
Fri Feb 10 / 8:00pm

And it’s whispered that soon if we all call the tune then the piper will lead us to reason… Classic Albums Live presents the quintessential rock and roll album of all time, Led Zeppelin IV recreated live on stage, note for note and cut...

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NHL Alumni Hockey Game here in Town!
Fri Feb 10 / 7:00pm

The NHL Alumni Tour, presented by Scotiabank, is an entertaining event for all ages, including an exciting skills competition, hilarious on-ice gags and some of the most high profile former NHL players. Game Starts at 7:00pm Doors at 6:00pm Th...

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Conversational English ~ weekly classes offered now through to the end of April
Thu Feb 9 / 1:00pm - 2:00pm

The Richmond Hill Christian Community Church is offering weekly sessions of Conversational English on Thursdays, (1 to 2 pm) through April 19th The goals for this ministry among newcomers to Canada include: 1.  improvement of English language...

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Valentine's Skate
Sat Feb 11 / 6:45pm - 8:15pm

  Roses are red,Violets are blue,It's a Valentine's Day Skate,So bring a friend or two! ♥ Regular Admission Fees ApplyPreschool (under 3) FREEChild/Youth (3 -15) $2.50Adults (16 - 64) $4.50Seniors (65+) $2.75Group $9 For more informat...

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The Best of the 60's, 70's & 80's Rock Classics - performed by The Trytones Band
Sat Feb 11 / 8:00pm

It's time to come out for a good ole fashion danc'n, music filled  - it'll be warm & cozy, fun-packed Saturday night ! Let's celebrate being half way through winter! Trytones is a local band performing at locations all over Town.  Ton...

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Steps to LivingWell

Eight out of 10 Canadians know that heart disease and stroke can be prevented, postponed or treated by making healthy lifestyle choices; but too often we focus on the barriers rather than the opportunities. You can keep your heart healthy no matter...

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Abstracting the Landscape with Marianne Broome
Sat Feb 11 / 10:00am - 4:00pm

Marianne will demonstrate how to simplify and extract the essential information from a reference photo to create an abstracted version of the scene. While working with the elements of design, and choice of colour palette, the emphasis will be on com...

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Harlem Gospel Choir - Pure Energy
Sat Feb 11 / 8:00pm

The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir travels the globe sharing its music and spreading its message of love, peace and harmony for people of all nations, backgrounds, and cultures. And they have come to Richmond Hill!! A gathering of the finest sing...

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Valentine's Tea & Craft, at the Heritage Centre
Sat Feb 11

Treat that special “someone” to a heart warming tea and decadent desert. Following your tea, you will make a Valentine craft to take home and remind you of the special day! ♥Two Sittings: 1:00pm and 2:30pmCost: $10(tax included) -...

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Devilishly Good Comedy here in Richmond Hill
Sat Feb 11 / 9:30pm

Liam Kelly hosts Richmond Hill's only weekly comedy show at St. Louis Bar and Grill - 10620 Yonge St. every Saturday at 9:30 This Saturday night catch Karina Karina, Roger's Daytime host Jeff Moore and headliner K. Trevor Wilson (Winnipeg Comedy Fes...

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The Village Market ~ the place to get fresh!
Sat Feb 11 / 8:30am - 1:30pm

Fresh local greenhouse greens are the big deal at the Village Market organic farmers market. Of course they've got a full range of veggies, meats and fruits as well as many specialty vendors. The Village Market is a local organic farmers market open...

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Managing Your Photos - Computer Workshop at McConaghy
Sat Feb 11 / 10:00am - 12:00pm

This two week workshop will teach you how to organize, edit and share your digital photos. We will be using Picasa (a free software program available online) to help you import pictures from your camera or memory stick. You will learn how to: na...

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Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group of York Region
Sun Feb 12 / 7:30pm - 8:30pm

This meeting of the Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group is focused on helping and supporting individuals who are going through separation and divorce. The group can help people to move through the labyrinth of pragmatic and emotional issues ass...

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Valentine's Ball - Ballroom, Latin, Salsa Dance & Dinner
Sun Feb 12 / 6:00pm

Have a very special Valentine's celebration - a ball! 4 course Dinner - buffet style (salmon, chicken, vegetables, potatoes, pasta, coffee, tea, soft drinks, salads, ice-cream) Dance Performances -Salsa, Cha Cha, Tango, Waltz, Jive, Samba, Rumba,...

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Youth Photography Clinic- offered by West Photo
Sun Feb 12 / 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Due to popular demand and the success of last year’s courses, David West of West Photo is offering a series of workshop courses for amateur photographers between January and April 2012. These courses are aimed at improving a photographer's ski...

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Baby & Child CPR Course - offered by the Red Cross
Sun Feb 12 / 10:00am - 3:30pm

The Canadian Red Cross offers courses in Baby & Child CPR here in Town. This is training for essential emergency skills for those who care for babies and children… Because children don’t come with instruction manuals. This 5.5 hour...

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My Week With Marilyn - A Reel Thing Showing
Mon Feb 13 / 7:00pm

Few celebrities have been able to rival the allure and magnetism of Hollywood's most tragic and enduring icon, Marilyn Monroe. My Week With Marilyn, director Simon Curtis offers a fascinating dramatized glimpse during Marilyn's time shooting one of...

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Your new teammates await! - Sign up for Men's Slo-Pitch

Couch Potato or Sultan of Swat ? Your Choice! Registration is now on for the Richmond Hill Men's Slo-Pitch Baseball League. Consider joining - lots of fun, great exercise Recreational, family fun atmosphere Play Sunday afternoons at Town Park T...

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Delmanor invites you to an enjoyable afternoon with The Tune Doctor
Mon Feb 13 / 3:00pm

Delmanor Elgin Mills proudly welcomes, for the first time, vocalist and musician Paul Bradbury. 3:00 p.m. Entertainment will be followed by tasty treats. Please try to let them you'll be stopping by. Contact Susan at 905 770-7963 sapplebaum@delmano...

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"Call for Auditons" for local artists for the Town's Canada Day Celebrations

The Town is thinking they'd little to something a little different for this year's Canada Day. Instead of hiring performers from outside of the community, they are looking to present as many Richmond Hill and York Region based artists as possible. T...

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An Education for Understanding: 'Backward Design'

William Butler Yeats so aptly once said, “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” This prominent 20th Century poet and playwright was wise to the vast difference between knowing and understanding. To simply kn...

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Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold ~ Offering a Warm Hand

Yes, there are homeless people in our community. And these homeless people may have slept outside on these bitter cold nights. There are more than 500 homeless people in York Region at any one time.Their homelessness may have been caused by:- mental...

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Valentine's Day Lunch & Entertainment at Oak Ridges Retirement Community
Tue Feb 14 / 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Come celebrate love at the brand new Oak Ridge's Retirement community with a complimentary lunch and entertainment. For more information and to RSVP please contact Ann at 905 773-4220 info@OakRidgesRetirement.com...

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Have a romantic dinner in the heart of Richmond Hill
Tue Feb 14

Ralf invites you to celebrate Valentines Cafe en Passant. He has prepared a special menu Appetizers Sweet potato and leek souporJumbo shrimp served in a palm cone,with a pink champagne, mango vinaigrette and selected baby greensorClassic Caesar sal...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Feb 14 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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"Our Valentine's Specials are so loving! " ~ says The Rising Sun
Tue Feb 14

The Rising Sun is offering a  'Day Spa Certificates only $99' for Valentine's Enjoy 2 ½ hours of pampering Infrared Sauna Oxygen Bar Reiki Tea Heated Amethyst Biomat Chakra Balancing Lounger Reflexology Heated Neck and Shoulder...

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Swan Lake - presented by the State Ballet Theatre of Russia
Tue Feb 14 / 8:00pm - Wed Feb 15 / 8:00pm

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia, from the city of Voronezh, brings Tchaikovsky;s beloved ballet to glorious life! This company of distinguished dancers has showcased the unparalleled art of Russian ballet to countries through the world. This may...

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"Love is in the Air" with Cake Pops and Kisses ~ at Delmanor
Tue Feb 14 / 7:00pm

Enjoy a sweet treat while pianist and vocalist Doug Abbot sings some of your most favorite love songs. Entertainment will be followed by tasty treats. Please try to let them you'll be stopping by. Contact Susan at 905 770-7963 sapplebaum@delmanor.c...

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Eating Enough Fish? ~ Demonstration and Information Seminar
Wed Feb 15 / 10:00am - 12:00pm

Fish, especially saltwater fish, is high in omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids. EFA’s are important for the maintenance of brain, heart and digestive health. In this class, you will prepare Asian rainbow trout and tomato tuna pasta with the help of...

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How Fit are Your Feet ~ a complimentary presentation
Wed Feb 22 / 2:00pm

Walking is very important to all of us, and may be the only form of exercise we have. Therefore, maintaining their mobility takes on a special importance. We all need to be kind to our feet. It’s not normal for your feet to hurt. Regular foot...

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Pay What You Can Community Acupuncture - provided by VitalChecks, at Mind Body and Soul
Wed Feb 15 / 6:00pm - 9:00pm

VitalCheck’s Naturopathic doctors, Dr. Angela Lee and Dr. Yashar Khosroshahi are pleased that they can present Richmond Hill’s first Community Acupuncture Program at Mind Body and Soul. Payments are based on a ‘Pay What You Can&rsq...

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Detoxify and De-Stress: Digestive Health & Balancing Blood Sugar, a Life2 Presentation
Wed Feb 15 / 8:00pm - 9:30pm

Learn how to adopt healthy eating and lifestyle habits that enable you to look and feel your best! Improve digestive health and keep your blood sugar balanced. Learn simple, natural ways to detoxify and de-stress! Detoxify and De-Stress – Lear...

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Eat/Drink/Network ~ a joint Richmond Hill & Markham chamber event
Thu Feb 16 / 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Make some good business connections This is a joint event of the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce and Markham Board of Trade. Food and drink provided by 'byPeterandPauls.com' Brief presentation from Engine 8 Media Creative Director, George Tsio...

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McConaghy Snowshoe Hike
Thu Feb 16 / 9:30am - 11:00am

Embrace winter with a snowshoe hike through nearby forests and trails! The hikes will be between one hour and one and a half hours long.   No showshoeing experience needed.  Snowshoes are provided.   Upon registration, directions to...

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Managing Your Music - Computer Workshop at McConaghy
Thu Feb 16 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

We'll show you what you need to know to get started listening to your personal music library on your PC.   To help your experience soar, the workshop will cover the most popular and important functions like:   iTunes & Windows Media...

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Richmond Hill Lyme Support Group Meetings
Thu Feb 16

This newsly formed suppport group for those living with Lyme Disease meets monthly, at 2 different times on the same date. First meeting: 1pm - 2:30pm Second meeting: 7pm - 8:30pm There is a $2 fee (to cover room rental) For additional informatio...

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Kids for Cotlands IV - a fundraiser for a South African orphanage
Thu Feb 16 / 7:15pm - 6:15pm

This will be an incredible event featuring the inspirational and incredible Ilana Landsberg Lewis of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.Special performances from: Lorraine Segato of the Parachute Club, composer of the hit song, "Rise Up" Al Connelly fr...

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Richmond Hill Naturalists explore Botswana
Thu Feb 16 / 7:30pm

Club members Kevin Shackleton and Mike Turk will talk about their recent excursion to Africa. All are welcome to attend....

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Celebrating Citrus ~ a Cooking Class
Thu Feb 16 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Winter’s sweetness, citrus fruits! Chef Nancy Rossi will start  things off with scallops sautéed in butter swirled with a grapefruit  juice reduction. Prepare for the most enticing tastes as you indulge in pan-seared duck bre...

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Curtain Up ~ A Collection of Broadway Hits
Fri Feb 17 / 8:00pm

The Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra would like to take away some of the winter doldrums! Enjoy music from: Les Misérables Fiddler on the Roof Phantom of the Opera West Side Story Wicked ....and a medley of other hits! There wi...

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Winter Hike through the Jefferson Forest with the Oak Ridges Trail Association
Sat Feb 18 / 9:30am

Join members of the Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA) to hike some of our beautiful local green spaces. This is an 8 K, 3 hour ramble at a moderate pace along the unopened ORTA trail route through theToronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA...

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Early Black Settlement in York Region ~ a talk at the Central Libray
Sat Feb 18 / 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Richmond Hill Public Library is celebrating Black History Month with a talk about the early black settlement in York Region Speaker: Carl Finkle – Former President of the King Township Historical Society Carl's presentation will look at early...

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Life Drawing @ The Mill Pond Gallery
Sat Feb 18 / 11:00am - Sun Feb 19 / 5:00pm

The 'Non-Instuctional Life Drawing Class' meets Thursday evenings at the Mill Pond Gallery.  This weekend will showcase some of their work.   There is a demonstration on Sunday (clothed model) Meet some of the artists and see them at work...

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Devilishly Good Comedy
Sat Feb 18 / 9:30pm

Liam Kelly hosts Richmond Hill's only weekly comedy show at St. Louis Bar and Grill - 10620 Yonge St. every Saturday at 9:30 This Saturday night is the Devilishly Good Official Launch Party featuring Monty Scott (Cocktales - The Comedy Network) and...

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Computer Forum ~ Free instruction at McConaghy
Sat Feb 18 / 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wish you were better on the computer? An informal discussion will take place at 10 a.m. The second hour offers opportunities for one-on-one hands on sessions with our team of volunteer experts for advice, instruction, help and inspiration. This com...

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Author Charles Foran, will talk about his latest book "The Rocket" - Maurice Richard
Sun Feb 19 / 7:00pm

Charlie Foran will come to the Curtain Club to talk to audience about the great hockey icon, and legendary Canadian, Maurice "The Rocket" Richard Book synopsisBorn in 1921 into a working-class family, Maurice Richard came of age as a French Canadian...

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Eyer Wideman Youth Centre Open House
Sun Feb 19 / 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Come out and see what the new youth centre has to offer! This is a day of activities and events to celebrate the Family Day long weekend! Activities include: Cake Boss Wii and Xbox competitions Comic Book Design Web Design Low ropes challe...

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National Heritage Day celebrated at St. Mary's Anglican Church - all invited!!
Sun Feb 19 / 2:00pm

The Archives Committee at St. Mary’s Anglican Church has organized a special event in honour of National Heritage Day. Matthew Somerville, Heritage and Urban Design Planner for the Town of Richmond Hill, will provide an illustrated presentatio...

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"200th Anniversary of The War of 1812″ - a Richmond Hill Historical Society presentation
Mon Feb 20 / 7:30pm

Please join the Richmond Hill Historical Society tonight for one of three presentations they are offering pertaining to the War of 1812 Members Dinah Cruse-Hunter and Greg Hunter will emphasize the participation of Upper Canada during the War of 181...

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Great Back Yard Bird Count
Fri Feb 17 - Mon Feb 20

The Oak Ridges Friends of the Environment would like you to know about the Great Backyard Bird Count. This is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are acro...

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Parent Support Group Meeting
Tue Feb 21 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

These parent support meetings are open to anyone supporting an individual with an Autism Spectrum Disorder - you don't have to be a member. These monthly meetings are facilitated by parent volunteer members of the Chapter Leadership Council. They pr...

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McConaghy Centre offers monthly foot care
Tue Feb 21 / 10:00am - 2:00pm

The foot clinics are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Walking is very important to all of us, and maybe the only form of exercise in which many of us participate. For this reason, proper foot care is very important. The Preferred Health Care Ser...

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Kick Off Party for the 2012 Relay for Life ~ and you are invited!!
Tue Feb 21 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Please bring your kids, your friends, your relatives and your co-workers to enjoy refreshments, prizes and details about the 2012 South York Region Relay for Life. This is going to be the best Relay ever! Special Guest: 2012 RFL Honourary Chair, He...

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Falls Prevention: a seminar at Delmanor
Tue Feb 21 / 2:30pm

Learn how proper strengthening and balancing exercises can help to prevent falls and increase mobility. This health seminar is presented by  Achieva Health Refreshments served Please try to let them you'll be stopping by. Contact Susan at 905...

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Pancake Tuesday Breakfast at McConaghy
Tue Feb 21 / 9:00am - 10:30am

Enjoy a delicious pancake, breakfast that includes pancakes, sausage, bacon, fresh fruit, coffee and tea. Cost:  $6.50 + .85 HST = $7.35 You must purchase your ticket by Thursday, February 14.  For more information, please call the McCona...

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Questioning & Coming Out Group for Women, facilitated by Family Services of York Region
Wed Feb 22 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

This group will provide a relaxing , friendly environment for women questioning their sexual orientation and/or in the early stages of coming out. This group is open to all women from the age of 24 and up and attendees may be on their own or living...

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Invitation for Submissions: Mulitmedia Film Festival of York Region

This third annual multimedia film festival will present in May 2012 Theme "RICH TAPESTRY, MOSAIC FRAGMENTS" These are films about York Region for York Region!!! The films should explore the rich diversity of York Region as well as social and enviro...

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French Classics Updated ~ at Longo's Cooking Class
Wed Feb 22 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Become “ze best bistro on ze block” by adding a little French flare to your cooking repertoire. Chef Jono will share a few traditional secrets and meticulously demonstrate how to prepare classic French favourites. Dishes include savoury...

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Learn about the Canadian elixir, KiKi Maple Sweet Water® at this Life2 presentation
Wed Feb 22 / 8:00pm - 9:30pm

"KiKi" is the Japanese words for "tree" and "life energy". They just happen to be pronounced the same. KiKi = "tree energy". It is also the name of this sweet water drink. KiKi is All natural 100% Pure Maple Sap A lightly sweet maple flavour F...

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An Intensive and Effective Social Media Workshop
Thu Feb 23 / 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Turning your Social Media efforts into one of your most powerful sales lead generating tools! This workshop: Shows you how to grow your followers and turn them into real clients! Introduces you to applications which will take your already setup...

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The Art of Poaching
Thu Feb 23 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Not only is poaching a super healthy method of cooking, it’s also a great way to introduce flavour into your dishes and simplify everyday food. Spend the evening with Stratford Chefs School trained Angie MacRae and learn how to master this met...

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Creating a Facebook Page
Thu Feb 23 / 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Learn how to leverage the power of the Internet to market your business or organization with social mediaguru Sofie Andreou, M.Eng, author of Leveraging the Power of the Internet. In this hands-on small group workshop,you will learn how to set up yo...

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McConaghy Snowshoe Hike
Thu Feb 23 / 9:30am - 11:00am

Embrace winter with a snowshoe hike through nearby forests and trails! The hikes will be between one hour and one and a half hours long.   No showshoeing experience needed.  Snowshoes are provided.   Upon registration, directions to...

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An opportunity to provide your thoughts on a Public Art Policy
Thu Feb 23 / 6:30pm - 9:00pm

The Town hope you will share your vision and help identify opportunities for the development of the Public Art Policy. Your knowledge and insights are important and will be invaluable to the policy’s development. They are facilitating a publi...

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'Tour and Discover' Open House
Thu Feb 23 / 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Choosing the right school for your child is important to their optimal growth and development. Not only what students are learning, but how they are learning it, is often the reason prospective parents are attracted to Richland Academy. They hav...

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Dine andn Discover at The Community Church ~ Food, Philosophy and Fun
Thu Feb 23 / 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Come to dine at Community Church discover something about yourself and about Jesus. They’re hosting a monthly series of dinner, followed by a short video and discussion, on the last Thursday of the month. You can sign up for all or just one....

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York Region Environmental Alliance ~ a talk on Industrail Hemp
Sat Feb 25 / 2:00pm

All are invited to attend York Region Environmental Alliance's AGM. There will be a presentation by Gloria Marsh on their newest project - Industrial Hemp. Hemp is an excellent sustainable resource used for many different purposes including food, bu...

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Strauss' Die Fledermaus, presented by Opera York
Sun Feb 26 / 2:00pm

Opera York's spring production is Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus Synopsis In a fashionable watering-place, described as "near a big city", lives Gabriel von Eisenstein, a wealthy man of independent means, with his attractive wife Rosalinda, and the...

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Improving Your Management Skills ~ a Toastmasters Educational Workshop
Sat Feb 25 / 12:15pm - 2:30pm

Are you a Toastmaster? Maybe have been involved with this great organization? Maybe you'd like to find out about Toastmasters? The Toastmasters organization frequently presents special themed workshops. Tonight's topic is 'Improving Your Management...

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Watercolour Florals with Marianne Broome
Sat Feb 25 / 10:00am - 4:00pm

With spring just around the corner explore being more creative with your approach to florals. Working from both your own and the instructors references you will learn how to create an eye-popping floral composition. Marianne will provide demonstrat...

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Mill Pond Gallery Exhibition and Sale
Sat Feb 25 / 11:00am - Sun Feb 26 / 5:00pm

The Richmond Hill Group of Artists present original paintings by local artists Luis Demestre, Margaret Forkan and Joan Woodger.  Their work in acrylic and oil feature a variety of subject matter and themes including some figurative, rural and ur...

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Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group of York Region
Sun Feb 26 / 7:30pm - 8:30pm

This meeting of the Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group is focused on helping and supporting individuals who are going through separation and divorce. The group can help people to move through the labyrinth of pragmatic and emotional issues ass...

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Speechcraft ~ a 6 week program to get you speaking better
Mon Feb 27 / 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Do you dread speaking in front of others? If you do, you are not alone. According to many surveys, public speaking is one of the most common fears held by people. But you can conquer that fear, painlessly and enjoyably, by attending the Speechcraft...

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Travel to the North of France - via a cooking clas
Tue Feb 28 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Throughout the world, the different seasons and the weather dictate the kind of food we eat. In this class, Chef Yehuda Goldberg will take you to northern France, where the climate and soil are similar to that in Ontario. You will learn about heart...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Feb 28 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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Leap Year is celebrated at Delmanor
Wed Feb 29 / 7:00pm

This isn't something you do very often. Come to a Leap Year Celebration with Allison Kremer. Don’t miss one of Delmanor Elgin Mills’ most popular entertainers as she belts out the oldies. Refreshments served Please try to let them you'...

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Becoming Best Friends with your Digital SLR ~ a photography workshop with David West, West Photo
Tue Feb 28 / 7:00pm - Wed Feb 29 / 9:30pm

Due to popular demand and the success of last year’s courses, David West of West Photo is offering a series of workshop courses for amateur photographers between January and April 2012. These courses are aimed at improving a photographer's ski...

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Healthy 30-Minute Meals
Wed Feb 29 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Being a chef, it isn’t easy to keep the weight off. Over the last several months Chef Boyd has made changes to her diet and lost over 60 pounds. Join her as she shares some of her favourite recipes and secrets that are easy on the waistline a...

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The Magic of Crystals ~ Which one is for you?
Wed Feb 29 / 8:00pm - 9:30pm

Life2, the educational group in Richmond Hill, presents "The Magic of Crystals ~ Which one is for you? Have you ever wondered how crystals were formed, or what is the meaning behind the word Chakra and where they are located in your body? This info...

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Osteoporosis Free Workshop at McConaghy
Wed Feb 29 / 10:00am - 11:30am

Presented by Osteoporosis Canada, you'll learn about bone health, the latest information on: Osteoporosis medication falls prevention ....and what you can do to have healthier, stronger bones You must sign up for this FREE workshop at the McC...

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Strauss' Die Fledermaus, presented by Opera York
Thu Mar 1 / 8:00pm

Opera York's spring production is Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus Synopsis In a fashionable watering-place, described as "near a big city", lives Gabriel von Eisenstein, a wealthy man of independent means, with his attractive wife Rosalinda, and the...

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Organic Lawn Care Workshop
Thu Mar 1 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

There are alternatives to pesticides that can be used in caring for your lawn and garden. With preventative maintenance and natural landscaping, lawns and gardens can be more resistant to pests. This workshop includes a presentation, displays and d...

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Crazy Networking - an excellent opportunity to make business connections
Thu Mar 1 / 9:15am - 11:00am

A different method of networking has been implemented that concentrates on the real reason you attend a networking group, then there are Surprises, Prizes and Fun. The result - business connections beyond reason. Crazy Networking - our methods may...

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A Journey into Past Lives ~ a talk by Chris Lee
Fri Mar 2 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Ever wondered why: Some people that you meet you feel instantly close to (or vice versa), even though you have only just met them? …. PAST LIVES! Some people are more talented than others? …. PAST LIVES! Some people have unusual fear...

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Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is serving pancakes!
Sat Mar 3 / 9:00am - 11:00am

A pancake breakfast - a great way to start the weekend! Your delicious breakfst includes pancakes with toppings of berries or whipped cream, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee; All for only $8.00....

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Computer Forum ~ Free instruction at McConaghy
Sat Mar 3 / 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wish you were better on the computer? An informal discussion will take place at 10 a.m. The second hour offers opportunities for one-on-one hands on sessions with our team of volunteer experts for advice, instruction, help and inspiration. This com...

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The F Word: Who Wants to be a Feminist? ~ part of the Library's International Women's Month Festival
Sat Mar 3 / 1:30pm - 4:30pm

This screening is the first in a series  of 3 acclaimed documentaries highlighting women’s issues around the world and filmed by Canadian filmmakers. Synopsis: The F Word: Who Wants to be a Feminist? (Canada/USA/UK)Focusing on the history...

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Richard Scarry's Busytown - 2 Shows, at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Sat Mar 3

A brand new live production, Richard Scarry’s Busytown is a one of a kind interactive experience based on the best-selling children’s books by Richard Scarry. With catchy original music, fabulous costumes and a charming storyline, the in...

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Strauss' Die Fledermaus, presented by Opera York
Sat Mar 3 / 8:00pm

Opera York's spring production is Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus Synopsis In a fashionable watering-place, described as "near a big city", lives Gabriel von Eisenstein, a wealthy man of independent means, with his attractive wife Rosalinda, and the...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Mar 6 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Mar 6 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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St. Patty's Day Feast ~ at Longo's Loft
Tue Mar 6 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

It’s the luck of the Irish as Chef Jim Comishen prepares an authentic St. Patty’s day meal for the whole family to enjoy. Start with some fresh homemade buttermilk and cheese biscuits followed by a wonderful and light Irish skink (broth)...

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21st Annual Business Achievement Awards
Wed Mar 7 / 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Come celebrate the Town's business successes! The Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce is having their 21st Annual Business Achievement Awards. This is a gala event! ♦ Cocktail Reception (Cash Bar)- 6:00pm ♦ Silent Auction ♦ Dinne...

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LGBTTQ Groups Transgender Support/Drop In Group
Wed Mar 7 / 7:00pm - 7:30pm

An open group for transgender adults (24 and up). This group will provide a space for transgender adults to come together to discuss topics of interest in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Participants are invited to come dressed as they choose. For t...

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Five Star Dinner at Home ~ A Cooking Class
Wed Mar 7 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

If you love to entertain, this is the class for you! Chef Paula  Zavala will show you how to wow your guests with her apple  cider and brie cheese soup garnished with red grapes, followed  by grilled steak on a bed of wild mushrooms dr...

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Questioning & Coming Out Group for Women, facilitated by Family Services of York Region
Wed Mar 7 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

This group will provide a relaxing , friendly environment for women questioning their sexual orientation and/or in the early stages of coming out. This group is open to all women from the age of 24 and up and attendees may be on their own or living...

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Red Cross Babysitting Course - offered on a PA Day
Fri Mar 9 / 9:00am - 5:00pm

The Red Cross Society is offering this course for youth ages11 to 15 yrCourse Description: Feed a baby or change a diaper Prepare a simple meal Play games with children of all ages Prevent injuries and keep children safe Handle an emer...

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Princess Tea Party
Sat Mar 10

Cinderella, Tinkerbell and Rapunzel will make their appearance at this tea party. There will be singing and dancing! Photographs and autographs available Two sittings More details to come...

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Baby & Child CPR Course - offered by the Red Cross
Sat Mar 10 / 10:00am - 3:30pm

The Canadian Red Cross offers courses in Baby & Child CPR here in Town. This is training for essential emergency skills for those who care for babies and children… Because children don’t come with instruction manuals. This 5.5 hour...

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Income Tax Workshop - presented in Mandarin, at The Welcome Centre
Sat Mar 10 / 9:30am - 12:00pm

A certified general accountant will present this Income Tax Workshop Content: How to file Income Tax Return 2011? Basic personal taxation information Should I file Income Tax Return for zero income? For more informatiion and to registration...

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Frankie Avalon will be performing at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Sat Mar 10 / 8:00pm

If you can’t remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn’t a part of your life, you aren’t alone. From his years as a teenage idol with number one hits like Venus and Why to his Beach Party film series with Annette Funicello, Frankie...

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Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group of York Region
Sun Mar 11 / 7:30pm - 8:30pm

This meeting of the Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group is focused on helping and supporting individuals who are going through separation and divorce. The group can help people to move through the labyrinth of pragmatic and emotional issues ass...

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Lecture at McConaghy - Civil Society
Tue Mar 13 / 1:30pm - 3:30pm

This talk will focus on civil society. It will first clarify the concept of civil society and describe diverse kinds of not-for-profit civil society organiztions (CSO's). Next, it will discuss what motivates various CSOs in their activities, and wil...

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Foot Care Clinic ~ offered at Oak Ridges Retirement Residence
Tue Mar 13 / 10:00am - 2:00pm

Oak Ridges Retirement will be having monthly foot care clinics at their beautiful new community on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Walking is very important to all of us, and maybe the only form of exercise in which many of us participate. For this r...

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Joint Richmond Hill and Vaughan Chamber of Commerce Networking Event
Wed Mar 14 / 7:30am - 9:30am

Once a year the Vaughan and Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerces likes to get together to have breakfast together This is also an opportunity to learn more about all the benefits your Chamber membership includes Breakfast will feature a delicious pan...

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Red Cross Babysitting Course - offered during March Break
Thu Mar 15 / 9:00am - 5:00pm

The Red Cross Society is offering this course for youth ages11 to 15 yrCourse Description: Feed a baby or change a diaper Prepare a simple meal Play games with children of all ages Prevent injuries and keep children safe Handle an emer...

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The Invisible Red Thread ~ International Women's Month Festival of Films
Sat Mar 17 / 1:30pm - 4:30pm

This screening is the second in a series of 3 acclaimed documentaries highlighting women’s issues around the world and filmed by Canadian filmmakers. Synopsis: The Invisible Red Thread (China)This film tells the story of two girls who were giv...

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Computer Forum ~ Free instruction at McConaghy
Sat Mar 17 / 10:00am - 12:00pm

Wish you were better on the computer? An informal discussion will take place at 10 a.m. The second hour offers opportunities for one-on-one hands on sessions with our team of volunteer experts for advice, instruction, help and inspiration. This com...

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Basics Cooking Series: Pasta from Scratch ~ at Longo's Loft
Mon Mar 19 / 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Longo’s Loft experts present these basic cooking skills classes. In this class, you are invited to discover the secret to wonderful pasta! Learn to roll, cut and cook your very own fresh pasta. Then, dress your pasta with the most rustic and...

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McConaghy Centre offers monthly foot care
Tue Mar 20 / 10:00am - 2:00pm

The foot clinics are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Walking is very important to all of us, and maybe the only form of exercise in which many of us participate. For this reason, proper foot care is very important. The Preferred Health Care Ser...

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Parent Support Group Meeting
Tue Mar 20 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

These parent support meetings are open to anyone supporting an individual with an Autism Spectrum Disorder - you don't have to be a member. These monthly meetings are facilitated by parent volunteer members of the Chapter Leadership Council. They pr...

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Everyone has a story to tell. Anything is possible...
Wed Mar 21 / 8:00pm - 9:30pm

The educational group in Richmond Hill, Life2 has invited Melony Teague to come tell her story of venturing off to Siberia. There are people in life that make a difference and not all journeys and challenges are as easy as they seem, but with a will...

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Fun with Cake Pops
Wed Mar 21 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

What is better than beautiful bite-sized cakes? Cake pops are the trendiest desserts on the market… and the best part about them – you don’t need to know how to bake! Chef Boyd will show you how to construct crafty cake pops in an...

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Questioning & Coming Out Group for Women, facilitated by Family Services of York Region
Wed Mar 21 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

This group will provide a relaxing , friendly environment for women questioning their sexual orientation and/or in the early stages of coming out. This group is open to all women from the age of 24 and up and attendees may be on their own or living...

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Teaching and Reaching the Teenage Brain
Thu Feb 23 - Fri Feb 24

The Learning Disabilities of York Region are offering this two day workshop and assistive technology fair for parents and educators of students Grades 7-12. Featuring keynote speakers Dr. Sheryl Feinstein, Dana Sahian and Melissa Cait. Thursday Eve...

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Willow Quartet ~ a Winner 2009 Playwrights of Spring Festival
Thu Mar 29 - Sat Apr 14

Following the tragic death of his son, Ben leaves the marriage unable to cope with Kim’s inability to deal with her grief and find closure. Kim takes in a boarder who helps her come to terms with what has happened and see her life in a differ...

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Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra's Fundraising Gala
Sat Mar 24 / 6:00pm

This is a Richmond Hill celebration!! Enjoy a sumptuous 10 course meal, silent auction and live musical entertainment provide by the Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra. Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra is a not for profit organization with a...

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Watercolour Monotype Printing with Herbert Pryke
Sat Mar 24 / 10:00am - 4:00pm

Join Herbert Pryke a professional and inspirational artist for this exciting one day workshop back by popular demand. A monotype is a single print created by transferring to paper an image that has been painted on another surface. Adaptable to almos...

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Man of LaMancha - It's not an impossible dream; a Steppin'Out Production performance
Thu Mar 22 - Sat Mar 24

Steppin' Out Productions present another great classic show at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Peformaing Arts. StorylineDuring the Spanish Inquisition, an impoverished storyteller named Cervantes is imprisoned. His fellow inmates threaten to steal...

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Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group of York Region
Sun Mar 25 / 7:30pm - 8:30pm

This meeting of the Separation & Divorce Self-Help Group is focused on helping and supporting individuals who are going through separation and divorce. The group can help people to move through the labyrinth of pragmatic and emotional issues ass...

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Advanced Photography Course - "Becoming your DSLR's Soul Mate"
Tue Mar 27 / 7:00pm - Wed Mar 28 / 9:30pm

Due to popular demand and the success of last year’s courses, David West of West Photo is offering a series of workshop courses for amateur photographers between January and April 2012. These courses are aimed at improving a photographer's ski...

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Dine and Discover at the Community Church ~ Food, Philosophy and Fun
Thu Mar 29 / 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Come to dine at Community Church discover something about yourself and about Jesus. They’re hosting a monthly series of dinner, followed by a short video and discussion, on the last Thursday of the month. You can sign up for all or just one....

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Larry Miller ~ Little League, Adultery & Other Bad Ideas
Thu Mar 29 / 8:00pm

One of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces, comedian Larry Miller takes to the stage in his one-man show sharing his perspective on Marriage, Children and Drinking... and how each one leads to the other two. Appearing in over 50 films includin...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Mar 27 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai ~ International Women's Month Festival of Films
Sat Mar 31 / 1:30pm - 4:30pm

This screening is the third in a series of 3 acclaimed documentaries highlighting women’s issues around the world and filmed by Canadian filmmakers. Synopsis: Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai (Kenya)This film tells the dramatic story...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Apr 3 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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LGBTTQ Groups Transgender Support/Drop In Group
Wed Apr 4 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

An open group for transgender adults (24 and up). This group will provide a space for transgender adults to come together to discuss topics of interest in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Participants are invited to come dressed as they choose. For t...

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Lighthouse is coming to Richmond Hill!! A benefit for Canadian Spinal Cord Research
Wed Apr 4 / 8:00pm

Lighthouse, Canada’s group of the year, 1972, 73, and 74  and authors of such iconic hits as “Sunny Days” and “One Fine Morning”make their way to the stage at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts Please...

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Story Musgrave - appearing at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Wed Apr 4 / 1:00pm

A once in a lifetime event, Story Musgrave, celebrated NASA astronaut, surgeon and public speaker makes his Richmond Hill debut with an inspirational presentation that is out of this world. As the only astronaut to have flown in all five space shutt...

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Opera Belcanto presents Puccini's Tosca
Thu Apr 5 / 7:30pm

Puccini's Tosca mesmerizes with its passion-packed music, unforgettable arias and a tale of love, lust, and violence. La diva Tosca, the heroine, Cavadarossi, her lover, and Scarpia, the mephistophelian chief of police are at the center of an intrigu...

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Opera Belcanto presents Puccini's Tosca
Sat Apr 7 / 7:30pm

Puccini's Tosca mesmerizes with its passion-packed music, unforgettable arias and a tale of love, lust, and violence. La diva Tosca, the heroine, Cavadarossi, her lover, and Scarpia, the mephistophelian chief of police are at the center of an intrigu...

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Foot Care Clinic ~ offered at Oak Ridges Retirement Residence
Tue Apr 10 / 10:00am - 2:00pm

Oak Ridges Retirement will be having monthly foot care clinics at their beautiful new community on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Walking is very important to all of us, and maybe the only form of exercise in which many of us participate. For this r...

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York Symphony Orchestra
Sun Apr 15 / 7:30pm - Sat Apr 14 / 7:30pm

York Symphony presents their spring conceert. Guest Conductor Rafael Luz and guest artist Maggie Ho perform: Berlioz - Roman Carnival Overture Grieg - Piano Concerto in A Minor Dvorak - Symphony #6 Tickets: $30 adults;$25 seniors;$15 student...

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Baby & Child CPR Course - offered by the Red Cross
Sun Apr 15 / 10:00am - 3:30pm

The Canadian Red Cross offers courses in Baby & Child CPR here in Town. This is training for essential emergency skills for those who care for babies and children… Because children don’t come with instruction manuals. This 5.5 hour...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Apr 17 / 6:00pm - Mon Apr 16 / 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Parent Support Group Meeting
Tue Apr 17 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

These parent support meetings are open to anyone supporting an individual with an Autism Spectrum Disorder - you don't have to be a member. These monthly meetings are facilitated by parent volunteer members of the Chapter Leadership Council. They pr...

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McConaghy Centre offers monthly foot care
Tue Apr 17 / 10:00am - 2:00pm

The foot clinics are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Walking is very important to all of us, and maybe the only form of exercise in which many of us participate. For this reason, proper foot care is very important. The Preferred Health Care Ser...

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Duetto Sostenuto - a harp performance
Wed Apr 18 / 8:00pm

“With flying fingers touch’d the Lyre: The Trembling Notes ascend the Sky, And heav’nly Joys inspire.” - G.F. Handel An instrument of timeless beauty and historic significance, the harp has its roots in ancient civilizations...

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An Amazing Bead Show - Art & Fashion Strung Together, at the historic Boynton House
Fri Apr 20 - Sun Apr 22

The Richmond Hill Beading Artists are passionate about what they do.  And are quite prolific!  This is their second exhibition - the theme is Vintage Time The artists will be there creating more pieces and to explain their craft The bea...

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"Ballet, Broadway, and the Big Screen" ~ presented by Silverthorn Symphonic Winds
Sun Apr 22 / 2:00pm

This wind ensemble concert features music from Star Wars, West Side Story and the Firebird Suite. Andrew Chung, Music Director Artist in Residence Christopher Gongos, french horn Tickets: $25 adults;$20 students/seniors.  Click here to order...

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Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is serving pancakes!
Thu Apr 26 / 9:00am - 11:00am

A pancake breakfast - a great way to start the weekend! Your delicious breakfst includes pancakes with toppings of berries or whipped cream, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee; All for only $8.00....

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Tue Apr 24 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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LGBTTQ Groups Transgender Support/Drop In Group
Wed May 2 / 7:00pm - 7:30pm

An open group for transgender adults (24 and up). This group will provide a space for transgender adults to come together to discuss topics of interest in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Participants are invited to come dressed as they choose. For t...

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Haiou Zhang ~ a piano concert extraordinaire
Wed May 2 / 8:00pm

Chinese pianist Haiou Zhang has enjoyed great success, receiving wide recognition by international critics and audiences in Europe, the Far East and the United States. Only in his mid-twenties, his debut CD sold more than 30,000 copies in his native...

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Sheena Easton ~ on stage at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Thu May 3 / 8:00pm

Multiple Grammy award winner Sheena Easton has continued to reinvent herself since rising to fame in the early 1980s. Her first hit Morning Train (9 to 5) made the Billboard top ten in both the United States and the UK and she found the charts again...

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York Central Hospital Foundation's 'Strides for Stroke' 5k Run/Walk
Sat May 5

This fun and exciting community event has attracted over 700 runners and walkers to Richmond Green every year since 2006. Participants and spectators enjoy good music and food and help raise much-needed funds in support of the Hospital. Last year $...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Mon May 7 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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Autism Spectrum Disorder ~ Parent Support Group Meeting
Tue May 8 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

These parent support meetings are open to anyone supporting an individual with an Autism Spectrum Disorder - you don't have to be a member. These monthly meetings are facilitated by parent volunteer members of the Chapter Leadership Council. They pr...

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Foot Care Clinic ~ offered at Oak Ridges Retirement Residence
Tue May 8 / 10:00am - 2:00pm

Oak Ridges Retirement will be having monthly foot care clinics at their beautiful new community on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Walking is very important to all of us, and maybe the only form of exercise in which many of us participate. For this r...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue May 8 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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ESL Scrabble Group - at the Library
Thu May 24 / 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Richmond Hill Public Library has a Scrabble Group for adults (18 and over) for whom English is a second language (ESL) and who wish to improve their English language skills. Scrabble is a word game and is a fun way to build your vocabulary and meet...

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Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is serving pancakes!
Sat May 26 / 9:00am - 11:00am

A pancake breakfast - a great way to start the weekend! Your delicious breakfst includes pancakes with toppings of berries or whipped cream, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee; All for only $8.00....

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York Symphony Orchestra
Sun May 27 / 7:30pm

Guest artist Olivia Brayley Quackenbush (Horn)Richard Staruss - Till Eulenspiegel's Merry PranksAmram - Horn ConcertoProkofiev - Peter and the WolfTchaikovsky - Symphony # 2 'Little Russian' Tickets: $30 adults; $25 seniors;$15 students.  Click...

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17th Annual Proud Partners Classic Golf Tournament
Mon Jun 4

Since 1995, the Proud Partners Classic has raised over $1 million for new medical technology in virtually every area of York Central Hospital Last year the event raised over $115,000 to fund equipment for the second Minimally Invasive Surgical Suite...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Jun 5 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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Swing Time presented by SteppinOut Theatrical Productions
Thu Jun 7 / 8:00pm

Come celebrate the music of the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s in this stunning salute to the Swing Era. Featuring a live big band and powerhouse performances this is an evening of song and dance that you will never forget. Another fabulou...

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Parent Support Group Meeting
Tue Jun 12 / 7:00pm - 9:00pm

These parent support meetings are open to anyone supporting an individual with an Autism Spectrum Disorder - you don't have to be a member. These monthly meetings are facilitated by parent volunteer members of the Chapter Leadership Council. They pr...

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Not Now Darling - A Comedy at The Curtain Club
Thu May 31 - Sat Jun 16

In a 60’s London fur salon Crouch struggles to keep things on an even keel despite the energetic philandering of his partner Bodley who is trying to secure the affections of his latest would-be mistress. Suspicious wives, mistaken identities,...

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Last Night at the Proms (a.k.a. promenade) - a Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra annual concert
Sun Jun 17 / 7:30pm

Promenade to the annual concert that features classic repertoire one would expect at the “Last Night at the Proms,” with an RHPO twist!!?? Enjoy the best of the Brits and other composers who find inspiration in humanity. Preconcert talk...

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An Intensive and Effective Social Media Workshop
Tue Aug 28 / 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Turning your Social Media efforts into one of your most powerful sales lead generating tools! This workshop: Shows you how to grow your followers and turn them into real clients! Introduces you to applications which will take your already setup...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Sep 18 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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An Intensive and Effective Social Media Workshop
Wed Sep 19 / 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Turning your Social Media efforts into one of your most powerful sales lead generating tools! This workshop: Shows you how to grow your followers and turn them into real clients! Introduces you to applications which will take your already setup...

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Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is serving pancakes!
Wed Sep 26 / 9:00am - 11:00am

After the summer off they're back at serving pancake breakfasts - a great way to start the weekend! Your delicious breakfst includes pancakes with toppings of berries or whipped cream, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee; All for only $8...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Oct 16 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church is serving pancakes!
Sat Oct 27 / 9:00am - 11:00am

A pancake breakfast - a great way to start the weekend! Your delicious breakfst includes pancakes with toppings of berries or whipped cream, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee; All for only $8.00....

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Nov 13 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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Lost your Job? Hate your Job? - a free workshop to move forward
Tue Dec 4 / 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Discover what you want and go for it! Have you been laid off once or multiple times? Are fearful that you may be laid off soon? Do you feel stuck in your current career? Do you want to change direction but don’t know how? Are you ready to...

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