VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY AT BINGO WORLD AND GAMING – RICHMOND HILL

Attention Greater Toronto and York Area Residents!

DMRF Canada is thrilled to share an exciting fundraising opportunity with Bingo World and Gaming Richmond Hill. By volunteering your time, you’ll help DMRF Canada earn a portion of the funds raised during the Bingo events. With four successful sessions already held we’re off to a fantastic start, raising over $12,000!

Volunteering Details:

– Shift Duration: Each volunteer shift will last 2.5 hours.
– Funds Raised: Each event will generate approximately $3,000 for dystonia research and support programs.
– Commitment: We are seeking volunteers who can participate every two months for at least six months. Shifts will be on Fridays 3:00PM-5:45PM.
– Upcoming sessions: January 10th, & March 21st
– Requirements: Volunteers are expected to act in a way that builds public trust and confidence in the Foundation. You do not need to have dystonia to volunteer. Volunteers should be able to walk or stand for their 2.5-hour shift and be capable of tucking in chairs. Volunteers will be required to sign a waiver and undergo a brief screening session with Foundation staff.
– Volunteer Incentives: Volunteers will receive a DMRF Canada t-shirt and those who successfully complete six bingo sessions will receive a $200 gift card as a thank-you for their commitment and hard work!

If you are interested in volunteering please submit this form: https://forms.office.com/r/5W65AGDZes

York region South Walk to End ALS

The ALS Canada Walk to End ALS is a community-driven event for people living with or affected by ALS as well as those who want to help create a world free of ALS. It is more than just a fundraiser, it is a community builder and a place of connection. A place to celebrate, to remember, to support each other and demonstrate just how strong we are as a community.

Scarborough Walk to End ALS

The ALS Canada Walk to End ALS is a community-driven event for people living with or affected by ALS as well as those who want to help create a world free of ALS. It is more than just a fundraiser, it is a community builder and a place of connection. A place to celebrate, to remember, to support each other and demonstrate just how strong we are as a community.

Addressing Emotional Eating

Join our Registered Dietitian, Gigi Loong, for an hour-long online workshop to understand what may be contributing to emotional eating. You will learn new skills and strategies that can help to reduce emotional eating behaviours. This workshop is only for residents living in Markham or Stouffville. To register, please contact 905-472-2200 x290.

Robert Davidson Walk for PF – Markham

Join us for the 3rd annual Robert Davidson Walk for PF, hosted by Heather Davidson. Bring the whole crew for a day of bonding, activities, and midday munchies at the local pub following our walk. Let’s unite, raise awareness, and make a difference for people living with pulmonary fibrosis.

Join us on our walk, or cheer on those who are walking, and enjoy a free lunch afterwards.

Toogood Pond Park (10:00 AM EST)
Park across the street from 218 Main Street, Unionville, Ontario (The Church of the Nazarene)

​Registration is FREE
10:00 AM Check-in & children’s activities
10:45 AM Welcome message & opening stretch
11:00 AM Walk starts
12:00PM Free lunch for participants at the Unionville Arms, Pub & Grill

*If you’d like to cover the cost of your lunch, you may do so by making a donation on the registration page.

Moonlight Movies

Soak up the final nights of summer under the stars as we once again bring you Moonlight Movies. Pack up your chairs and blankets, gather the family to enjoy a new release or an old classic. Join us for some pre-show fun and indulge in some delicious snacks and desserts at 6:30 p.m. All movies will begin at dusk.

August 19 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem @ Richmond Hill Public Library (Central Branch).
August 26 – Wonka @ Ozark Park – 70 Old Colony Road.
September 13 – Hotel Transylvania @ Richvale Community Centre – 160 Avenue Road.
September 20 – Barbie @ David Hamilton Park – 311 Valleymede Dr.

Markham Jazz Festival

Plan to be in historic Unionville, Ontario on August 16, 17 and 18 for 30+ performances by award-winning artists on multiple outdoor stages – all free to you! Grammy and Juno winners, leading names, exciting discoveries, diverse sounds, plus great shopping and dining up and down Main St. See you in August!

Dance Together at Assembly Park VMC

This summer we continue to partner with @assemblyparkvmc and @yorkregionarts to bring you ongoing indoor and outdoor dance programming at the spacious and wheelchair-accessible Assembly Park Studios in Vaughan! 🌟

Join us in this exciting new chapter to build community through dance in the Greater Toronto Area. Our lineup includes artistic process residencies with local dance artists, free community workshops in diverse styles, and the award-winning Dance Together Festival York Region September 27-29, 2024! 🎢

Upcoming Workshops:

1. Hip Hop 101 with Mel HartπŸ•ΊπŸŽ€
πŸ“… Saturday, July 13, 2024
πŸ•› 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

2. Salsa 101 with Mel HartπŸ’ƒπŸ”₯
πŸ“… Saturday, July 13, 2024
πŸ• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

3. Bachata 101 with Dailyn MartinezπŸ’ƒπŸŽ΅
πŸ“… Saturday, July 20, 2024
πŸ•› 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

4. Cuban Fusion with Dailyn Martinez🌴🎢
πŸ“… Saturday, July 20, 2024
πŸ• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

5. Ukrainian Village Dance with Stephania Woloshyn πŸŒ»πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦
πŸ“… Saturday, July 27, 2024
πŸ•› 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

6. Line Dance 101 with Rhea Daniels πŸ€ πŸŽ‰
πŸ“… Saturday, July 27, 2024
πŸ• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

All ages and levels are welcome! Come dance with us and feel the rhythm! πŸ’–βœ¨

Live in the Plaza

Join us from July 9 – August 20 to enjoy the sweet sounds of summer. Check out the exciting line up of free concerts and live music listed below, as part of our 2024 Summer Series of events!

Weekly Performers:

July 9 – Campbell and Johnson.
July 16 – Shael Risman.
July 23 – Classic Shock.
August 6 – Murray Drive.
August 13 – Denise Leslie.
August 20 – Oliophonic.

DTM Music Nights

DTM Music Nights take centre stage at Origin Square! Join us for a captivating series of free concerts by talented local artists. Saturday nights are set to be unforgettable musical journeys at 169 Enterprise Boulevard.