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Events: Past 2007 Markham Events |
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2007 Retired Calendars
Below you will find a calendar for the retired 2007 monthly scheduled activities in Cornell and Markham. |
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February is Black History Month:
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February 2 |
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Groundhog Day |
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February 4 |
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William Ho's Chinese Brush Painting Workshop
Varley Art Gallery
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Tel: 905.477.9511 |
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February 4 |
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Thornhill Spring Recreation Guide Delivery |
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February 10 |
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Winter Carnival
Markham Museum |
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February 11 |
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Valentine He-ARTS & Crafts
Varley Art Gallery
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Tel: 905.477.9511 |
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February 14 |
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Valentines Day |
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February 15 |
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National Flag Day |
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February 17 |
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Winter Camp-in
Markham Museum |
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February 17 |
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Chinese New Year
Countdown at First Markham Place |
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Tel: 905.944.0128 |
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February 19 |
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Black History Month Celebration |
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February 19 |
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National Heritage Day |
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February 19 – 23 |
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National Heritage Week |
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February 21 |
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Ash Wednesday |
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February 23 – 25 |
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Markham Spring Home Show
Markham Fairgrounds |
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February 27 |
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Aquatic Registration begins |
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March 3 |
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Holi |
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March 4 |
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Puri |
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March 11 |
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Daylight Savings Time begins
(clocks forward)
Reminder: Change your batteries in your smoke alarms |
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March 12 – 16 |
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March Break |
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March 12 – 16 |
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March Break Camp
Markham Museum |
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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March 12 – 16 |
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March Break Arts Camp
Varley Art Gallery |
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Tel: 905.477.9511 |
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March 14 |
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Sikh New Year's Day |
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March 17 |
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St. Patrick's Day |
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March 17 |
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Markham Stouffville Hospital
Operation Shop at Markville |
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March 21 |
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First day of Spring |
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March 21 |
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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination |
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March 21 |
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Naw Ruz |
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March 24 |
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Spring classes begin
Varley Art Gallery
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Tel: 905.477.9511 |
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March 29 |
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James W. Morrice & Tom Thomson Art Exhibit
Varley Art Gallery
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March 31 |
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Family Health & Wellness Show
Markham Museum
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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Markham Museum March Calendar of Events
9350 Highway 48 / 16th Avenue
Markham, Ontario
Tel: 905.294.4576
 AFTERNOON PICTURE SHOW AND TOURS
Date: Only to March 3, 2007
Time: 1:00pm
Bring your family to the Museum’s revival of a great Saturday tradition. We will show fun family-orientated movies and shorts at 1pm. After, take a tour of the Museum or use our ice rink!
MARCH BREAK CAMP
Date: March 12 – 16, 2007
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Join us for fun adventures on-site with nature, history, space, and science activities all week long. Contact Elena Yellen 905.294.4576. Before and after care available.
FAMILY HEALTH & WELLNESS SHOW
Date: March 31, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Interested in talking with professionals and service providers regarding your family’s health? Want to learn about new and different ways to get and stay in shape? Concerned about how your overall health can affect your happiness? Come to Markham Museum’s Family Health & Wellness Show where you will be able to have all of your questions answered by a variety of local and regional health care providers while they showcase their products and services. |
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April is Earth Month:
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April 1 |
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Palm Sunday |
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April 1 |
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Palm Sunday (Eastern) |
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April 1 |
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April Fool's Day |
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April 1 |
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Easter Egg-stravaganza
Varley Art Gallery |
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April 3 – 10 |
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Passover |
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April 6 – 9 |
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Unionville Easter Weekend |
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April 6 |
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Good Friday |
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April 6 |
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Holy Friday (Eastern) |
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April 6 |
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No Waste, Recycling, or Green Bin collection. Consult your Guide. |
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April 7 |
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Spring Classes begin
Varley Art Gallery |
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April 7 |
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Cornell Easter Egg Hunt & Fair |
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April 8 |
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Easter Sunday |
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April 8 |
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Pascha (Eastern) |
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April 8 – 14 |
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National Wildlife Week |
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April 9 |
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No Waste, Recycling, or Green Bin collection today. Consult your Guide. |
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April 13 |
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Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation Gala:
April in Paris |
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Sponsorship:
Allan Bell
Tel: 905.472.7395 |
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April 14 |
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Vaisakhi |
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April 14 |
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Fit For Heart
Angus Glen Community Centre |
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April 15 |
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Many Faces of Markham Concert |
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April 21 |
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1st day of Ridvan |
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April 21 |
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Springfest
Markham Museum |
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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April 21 |
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Creativity & Innovation Day
Varley Art Gallery
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April 22 |
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Earth Day |
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April 23 – 29 |
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Pitch-in Canada Week |
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April 24 |
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Summer Recreation Guide delivery Markham |
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April 28 – 29 |
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Heintzman House
Art Show & Sale |
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April 29 |
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Summer Recreation Guide delivery Thornhill |
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April 29 |
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10th Annual Legacy
5K Run / Walk
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Tel: 905.472.7000
Extension
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April 30 |
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Markham Theatre Season Launch |
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Celebrate Our Environment April Calendar of Events
Free Screening of Al Gore's Documentary "An Inconvenient Truth"
Date: Thursday, April 19, 2007
Time: 7:00pm
As part of April’s many Earth Day events, the Markham Conservation Committee and Angus Glen Community Library are pleased to offer a free screening of this important documentary film. For more information, contact Patrick Pan at 905.477.7000 ext. 7150.
20-Minute Markham Makeover
Date: Friday, April 20, 2007
Time: 2:00pm
Join the thousands across Ontario who will volunteer 20 minutes of their time to pick up litter around their workplace, school or community. Show your community spirit and get a group together - friends, neighbours, students and co-workers - to pitch in to help keep Markham beautiful. When registered, the Town will send out crews to pick up the litter you’ve collected. Those participating at home can simply place the bagged litter out with regular household garbage on the normal collection day. The Town of Markham will recognize all registered participants.
Register your participation with the Contact Centre at 905-415-7535 between April 2 and 19. Find out where to pick up your litter kits (while supplies last).
Pomona Mills Park Spring Cleanup
Date: Saturday, April 21, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 12:00noon (rain or shine)
Join the Pomona Mills Park Conservationists for their annual community cleanup of Pomona Mills Park. Meet at the corner of Forest Park Crescent and Henderson Avenue. For more information, contact Barbi Lazarus at palapi@yorku.ca or Valerie Burke
at 905.790.0792, email valerieburke@sympatico.ca or visit www.thornhillwardone.com
Community Resource Centre Tree Planting
Date: Saturday, April 21, 2007
Location: Austin Drive Park across from the Austin Drive Rugby Field
Join other volunteers for this year’s planting! For more information, call the Community Resource Centre 416.282.5911
or contact Mark Carroll, email environment1st@rogers.com
Earth Day Celebration
Date: Sunday, April 22, 2007
Time: 11:00am– 4:00pm
Location: Angus Glen Community Centre & Library, 3990 Major Mackenzie Drive
Join the Markham Conservation Committee at Angus Glen Community Centre for an Earth Day Celebration. This year’s theme is Climate Change and there will be plenty of activities for the whole family including face painting, displays, presentations, prizes and giveaways!
10,000 Trees for the Rouge Valley
Date: Sunday, April 22, 2007
Time: All day, starting at 9:00 a.m. (rain or shine)
Location: Corner of 9th Line and the Markham By-Pass
Volunteer to help us plant native trees and shrubs in the Rouge Valley. Together we can make a difference. Please dress for the weather, and, if you can, bring a bucket and spade. Lunch will be provided. We suggest that you bring gloves, waterproof boots and sunscreen. No pre-registration is required. For those in need of community service hours, check in at the registration tent before you plant. For more information, visit www.10000trees.com
Pitch-In Canada Week
Date: Sunday, April 23-29, 2007
The Town of Markham has partnered with local community organizations, such as scouts, guides, schools, environmental and ratepayer groups to clean up their neighbourhoods. Take part in Pitch-In Week as part of an annual cleanup and the Adopt-a-Park program. Your group can receive free gloves and Pitch-In bags from Pitch-In Canada for your community activity. To register your event and pick up supplies, call 905-415-7535. For more information, visit www.pitch-in.ca
South Unionville Spring Pond Cleanup
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Time: 9:00am (rain or shine)
Location: Corner of Piera Gardens and South Unionville Avenue
Come out and help keep the community of South Unionville beautiful. Rubber boots are recommended. Refreshments will be provided for all volunteers! For more information, contact suca@suca.ca or visit www.suca.ca
Pomona Mills Community Spring Planting Event
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 12:00noon (rain or shine)
Location:Enter the west path to Pomona Mills Park from St. Vlad’s Church,
15 Church Lane, Thornhill, and follow to the meadow
You’re invited to the Pomona Mills Park Conservationists Annual Community Planting. This planting of native wildflowers and shrubs will enhance the biodiversity and aesthetics of the meadow. Please bring boots, gardening gloves and shovels. For more information, contact Barbi Lazarus at palapi@yorku.ca or Valerie Burke
at 905.790.0792, email valerieburke@sympatico.ca or visit www.thornhillwardone.com
Friends of the Rouge Watershed (FRW)
Rouge Park Restoration Planting
Date: April to May 2007
Location: South of 7797 16th Avenue
Friends of the Rouge Watershed will be conducting a series of planting days at the 5-hectare plot restoration site that is south of 7797 16th Avenue from late April into May. For more information, contact Jim Robb by email at jimrobb@frw.ca
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Markham Museum April Calendar of Events
9350 Highway 48 / 16th Avenue
Markham, Ontario
Tel: 905.294.4576
Earth Day Cleanup at Markham Museum
Date: Friday, April 20, 2007
Time: 2:00pm
Join us to clean up our site for our season. We will be planting bulbs and cleaning up garbage and debris. To register as a volunteer, please call the Museum at 905.294.4576.
4th ANNUAL SPRING FEST
Date: Saturday, April 21, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Back by popular demand – welcome the spring with hands-on activities to celebrate the season. Fun for the whole family.
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May is Asian Heritage Month:
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May 2 |
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Weasak |
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May 6 |
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Mother's Day Mementos
Varley Art Gallery |
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May 6 – 12 |
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Emergency Preparedness Week |
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May 6 – 12 |
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Youth Week |
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May 12 – October 27 |
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Farmer's Market Opens |
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May 13 |
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Mother's Day |
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May 13 |
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Mother's Day in Unionville |
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May 15 |
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Program Registration begins |
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May 16 |
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Annual Auction
Varley Art Gallery |
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May 19 |
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Family Day
Markham Museum |
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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May 21 |
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Victoria Day |
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May 21 |
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Victoria Day Celebrations
Varley Art Gallery |
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Tel: 905.477.9511 |
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May 21 |
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No Waste, Recycling, Green Bin collection. Consult your Guide. |
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May 23 |
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Aquatic Registration begins |
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May 26 |
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Portraits into the Light
Varley Art Gallery
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Tel: 905.477.9511 |
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May 29 |
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International Day of UN Peacekeepers |
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May 30 |
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Rwanda Exhibit
Markham Museum |
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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May 31 |
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10th Anniversary Celebrations
Varley Art Gallery
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Markham Museum May Calendar of Events
9350 Highway 48 / 16th Avenue
Markham, Ontario
Tel: 905.294.4576
FAMILY DAY
Date: Saturday, May 19, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Another special family events day at the Markham Museum.
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUMS DAY AND MARKHAM MUSEUM SEASON LAUNCH
Date: Sunday, May 20, 2007
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Admission: Donation
Join us for the opening of our season. Visit our exhibits, participate in some fun, hands-on activities and help get us ready for the launch of our summer season. From Victoria Day to Labour Day the Museum is open 7 days a week for visitors.
"NEVER AGAIN: THE SILENT VOICES OF RWANDA" EXHIBIT OPENING
Date: Thursday, May 30, 2007
Time: Evening
Twenty-eight teens from six high schools in Markham have collaborated to design and build their own exhibit on the subject of Rwanda. The inspiration for this exhibit was a pen-pal project that happened through the 1980’s at Unionville Public School. These letters form the core of the exhibit, and were the starting point of the year-long journey taken by our youth curators into understanding a culture with ties to Markham. Join us in celebrating the opening of this exciting exhibit. |
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Celebrate Our Environment May Calendar of Events
North American Native Plant Society Wildflower Sale
Date: Saturday, May 5
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Markham Civic Centre Great Hall, 101 Town Centre Boulevard
Native plants available for any garden type. Free seminars on how to include native plants in your personal landscape! For more information, email nanps@nanps.org or visit www.nanps.org
Markham Garden and Horticultural Society Plant Sale
Date: Saturday, May 5
Time: 9:00am – 12:00 noon
Location: East side of Grace Anglican Church on Parkway Avenue
Choose from a great selection of plants from members’ gardens. For more information, contact Markhamgardens@hotmail.com
Easy Gardening for Kids
Date: Tuesday, May 8
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Sheridan Nurseries, 4077 Highway 7 East in Unionville
This workshop is part of York Region’s Water for Tomorrow Water Efficient Garden Design Series. Bring the kids to join Horticulturalist Karen Shea to learn about gardening using water efficient plants in a workshop that promises to be both fun and educational! Register soon, space is limited! Register online at www.waterfortomorrow.com or call 1-888-YORKH2O (967-5426)
Thornhill Horticultural and Garden Society Plant Sale
Date: Saturday, May 12
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Location: CIBC parking lot, northeast corner of Yonge Street and Thornhill Summit
For more information, contact 905-886-3507 or email mahargnacud@aol.com
Watts at Home: Save Energy & Keep Your Cool Workshops
Dates: May 15, 24 & 30
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Locations:
Thornhill Community Centre Library – May 15
Angus Glen Library – May 24
Milliken Mills Library – May 30
Learn how to improve home energy efficiency, save money and help our environment. This free workshop provides practical, simple steps you can take to save energy while still maintaining your cool during the hot summer months. Presented by PowerStream, the Markham Energy Conservation Office, Town of Markham and Markham Public Libraries.
All participants receive a free gift bag and prize draws during the workshop. Call 905.477.5530 to reserve your spot.
Low Maintenance Gardens Workshop
Date: Thursday, May 31
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Sheridan Nurseries, 4077 Highway 7 East, Unionville
This workshop is part of York Region’s Water for Tomorrow Water Efficient Garden Design Series. Join Horticulturalist Karen Shea to learn about garden design using water efficient plants. Register soon, space is limited! Register online at www.waterfortomorrow.com or call 1.888.YORKH2O (967.5426).
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June is Seniors Month:
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Unionville Village Festival |
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June 2 |
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Family Day
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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June 2 |
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Cornell Garage / Yard Sale |
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June 4 – 9
June 5 |
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Canadian Environment Week
World Environment Day |
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June 6 |
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Clean Air Day |
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June 10 |
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Portraits & Prints for Proud Papas
Varley Art Gallery |
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June 12 |
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Philippines Independence Day |
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June 12 |
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Mayor's Seniors Hall of Fame Awards |
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June 15 – 16 |
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Markham Village Music Festival |
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June 17 |
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Father's Day
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June 17 |
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Father's Day in Unionville
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June 21 |
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First Day of Summer |
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June 21 |
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National Aboriginal Day
Markham Museum |
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Tel: 905.294.4576
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June 22 – 23 |
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Cancer Relay for Life
Markham Museum |
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Headliners for the Markham Village Music Festival:
The Great Atomic Power and The Brian Rose Band
Plan ahead for June 15th and 16th when the Annual Markham Village Music Festival hits Main Street Markham Village again. In its 29th year, the Festival will showcase acts from headliners and folkies to young garage bands. What’s not to love?
As usual, Main Street Markham will be closed to auto traffic. It will be open to pedestrian traffic and strollers on Friday evening (6pm – 10pm) and all day Saturday (10am – 6pm).
Friday evening
All about the fabulous food and entertainment from the diverse cultures that make up Markham.
Shop till you drop at the international craft booths and visit the many retail businesses featuring Festival Specials.
And, don’t miss the Markham Village Art Show & Sale.
Saturday
Five stages of entertainment bring you the best of local and regional entertainers. You’ll enjoy Rock & Roll, Celtic, Jazz, Big Band, Alternative, HipHop, Folk, Children’s, and more. A number of performers have already been confirmed!
More than 100 craft and food booths will line the street offering unique one-of-a-kind items from jewellery to puppets, great textiles, home furnishings, and much more.
The Markham Farmers’ Market will be open all day on Robinson Street for you to stock up on fresh vegetables, fruit, meat and baking. Start with breakfast, stay all day!
The east end of Robinson Street will be dedicated to skateboarding events. Check out www.dbsskates.com for more information.
Morgan Park
Organized by Grace Church, the park will be alive with carnival rides all weekend long from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.
On Saturday, there will be a petting zoo where your little ones can feed the animals. Morgan Park Pool, one of the few outdoor pools in Markham, will offer free swimming all day Saturday.
For more information, call us at 905.472.2022 or visit our web site www.markham-festival.org.
Article and Photo by Keith Thirgood
©2007 All Rights Reserved. |
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Markham Museum June Calendar of Events
9350 Highway 48 / 16th Avenue
Markham, Ontario
Tel: 905.294.4576
FAMILY DAY
Date: Saturday, June 2, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Another special family events day at the Markham Museum.
NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY
Date: Thursday, June 21, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Aaron Bell, an Ojibway storyteller who has been sharing the stories of the First Nations People for over fifteen years, is coming to the Museum to entertain and enlighten people of all ages with his tales and teachings. The event will also include a performance by the award-winning First Nations dance troupe, the White Pine Dancers. It will be a wonderful day and should not be missed!
CANADIAN CANCER RELAY (see details below)
Date: June 22 – 23, 2007
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Bring your family to the Museum’s revival of a great Saturday tradition. We will show fun family-orientated movies and shorts at 1pm. After, take a tour of the Museum or use our ice rink! |
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Relay for Life:
There is no finish line until we find a cure...
The 2007 Relay For Life is to be held at the Markham Museum on June 22 from 7:00pm through to 7:00am on June 23, 2007. Relay For Life is an overnight, non-competitive relay that honours and celebrates cancer survivors and has become the signature fundraising event of the Canadian Cancer Society. More information and even a short video that will give you a feel for the event is available online.
Last summer, communities across Canada united in the fight against cancer for a night of fun, friendship and fundraising with incredible results. With the support of the community who fielded 50 plus teams and local businesses the 2006 Markham Relay for Life event raised $151,537 This success could not have been achieved without the support of the people in our Markham community. In 2007 Relay For Life our target goal is 60 teams or about 600 participants. Our fundraising goal is $178,000 The festivities include:
THE SURVIVOR VICTORY LAP
Cancer survivors are invited to walk the first lap of the Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life to acknowledge and celebrate their courage in their struggle with the disease. The Survivors’ Victory Lap gives survivors an opportunity to:
share and celebrate success in their battle against cancer
give hope to people living with cancer and their families
thank everyone who helped them through their battle
THE LUMINARY CEREMONY
Luminaries are candles that are placed in special bags that bear the names of cancer survivors and loved ones who have lost their battle with cancer. After being lit in a moving ceremony at dusk, luminaries provide light and inspiration for participants as they walk around the track.
Experience the emotion of Relay For Life. Participate in the Luminary Ceremony by lighting a candle to honour a cancer survivor or someone who has lost their battle with cancer.
PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT
Relay For Life is all about teams – we can’t make cancer history without you, your neighbours, your colleagues and your loved ones. Gather your team of 10 people to take turns walking, running or strolling around the track and help make cancer history.
Ways to participate as a team member
Join a team
If someone you know has already signed up as a team captain, you can join his or her team. If not, consider starting your own team.
Start a new team
Register as a team captain and invite your friends and family, co-workers or neighbours to join your team. When you register online, you can also automatically invite others to join your team by e-mail.
Giving one day to the fight against cancer could add years to the lives of others.
Article submitted by Maggie Lefevre, Co-Chair
Markham Relay For Life
©2007 All Rights Reserved. |
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Celebrate Our Environment June Calendar of Events
Canadian Environment Week
Date: June 4 to 9
Environment Week is a national event devoted to environmental issues and activities that focus on the preservation, protection and restoration of our environment. Check out these websites for ideas:
Environment Canada: www.ec.gc.ca/eco/main_e.htm
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: www.trca.on.ca
Rouge Park: www.rougepark.com
World Environment Day
Date: Tuesday, June 5
The World Environment Day slogan selected for 2007 is 'Melting Ice - a Hot Topic?' In support of International Polar Year, the WED theme selected for 2007 focuses on the effects that climate change is having on polar ecosystems and communities, and the ensuing consequences around the world. For more information visit www.unep.org/wed
Clean Air Day
Date: Wednesday, June 6
Clean Air Day is a celebration of environmentally friendly activities that promote clean air and good health across Canada. It is a great opportunity to make environmentally friendly lifestyle choices, and you can make your commitment to improving air quality by participating in activities organized in your community. For more information visit www.cleanairday.com
Watts at Home: Save Energy & Keep Your Cool Workshop
Date: Wednesday, June 6
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Unionville Library
Learn how to improve home energy efficiency, save money and help our environment. This free workshop provides practical, simple steps you can take to save energy while still maintaining your cool during the hot summer months. Presented by PowerStream, the Markham Energy Conservation Office, Town of Markham and Markham Public Libraries. All participants receive a free gift bag and prize draws during the workshop. Call 905.477.5530 to reserve your spots.
Bike Festival
Date: Saturday, June 9
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Markham Civic Centre
Come and celebrate the launch of the Markham Bicycle Network. With over 100 km of signed route and 12 km of bike lanes, you can now ride to jumpstart the summer season. Be sure to check out demonstrations, exhibitors or register yourself for the 5 km Tour de Markham. For more information, please call
905.415.7500.
3rd Annual Cornell Garden Festival
Date: Saturday, June 23
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Bur Oak Avenue, south of 16th Avenue
The Cornell Garden Festival Committee invites all of Markham to enjoy activities, demonstrations, and displays about the beautification of your garden space. Activities are for everyone young and old! Fore more information, visit www.sayitcornell.com/events/garden-festival.html
Try It Month: June
Free Recreational Programs for all ages
June is Recreation and Parks Month! To celebrate recreational benefits in Markham, Try It Month presents an exciting way to “Get With it, Get Active.” Come out and try different sports, fitness, gardening and fun classes for free during the month of June.
For more information, please look for promotional items available at all Markham community centres during the month of May or visit www.markham.ca
Free Lawn and Garden Assessments
Date: June
York Region’s Water for Tomorrow program offers free lawn and garden assessments to York Region residents. Trained advisors will come to your house and perform a personalized garden assessment that will help you reduce your water needs and create a beautiful lawn and garden. This is a free service for York Region residents. Register soon, spaces are limited! For easy online registration, visit www.waterfortomorrow.com
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'Around The World' in support of the Dr. Bear Program
Date: Saturday, March 10, 2007
Location: Angus Glen Golf Club in Unionville
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tickets: $10/child, $14/adult, 2yrs and under are free
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March 2, 2007 – A Family fun activity in support of the Dr. Bear Program at Markham Stouffville Hospital. The event will feature seven 'continent' stations where you and your child(ren) can experience the world through play, education, and exercise. Activites include the Penguin Waddle Race (outdoors), a bouncing castle, storytime, magic, dance shows, colouring contests, and more!
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Dr. David Suzuki's "If you were Prime Minister" Tour
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Date: Sunday, February 18, 2007
Time: 9:45am
Location: The Markham Museum,
9350 Highway 48, Markham
Tel: 905.294.4576
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The Markham Conservation Committee hosts the Markham stop on environmentalist Dr. David Suzuki’s coast-to-coast “If you were Prime Minister” Tour thatencourages Canadians, particularly youth, to keep environmental issues at the top of the political agenda. During his 30-day national tour, Dr. Suzuki is visiting over 50 Canadian communities, engaging in a dialogue on practical solutions to environmental issues.
For event information, contact the Markham Museum or visit David Suzuki's website. See more events >>
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Chinese New Year Countdown at First Markham Place
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Date: February 17, 2007
Time: 10:30am to noon
Location: First Markham Place at 3255 Hwy 7, E. in Markham
Tel: 905.944.0128
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Entertainment for all ages. Ends with a countdown to the new year of The Pig, a lion dance, and the God of Fortune will hand out red pockets. The Chinese New Year Lion Dance is scheduled for February 24th. See more events >>
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Markham Museum's 1st Annual Winter Festival
February 8, 2007 – Don't miss out on the opportunity to become a part of this! Markham Museum, located at 9350 Highway 48 in Markham, will be hosting their inaugural Winter Festival this coming Saturday, February 10, 2007. The activities will be held between 10am and 5pm and will include a Mini Skate Show (11am), a free pancake breakfast, Toffee Making (noon, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm), snowshoeing, a petting zoo, DJ music, and wagon rides! Dress warmly, it's winter out there! For more events, visit our Markham Calendar of Events >>
Article by SWilson
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