Explore the power of self-expression through storytelling. Connect with like-minded individuals, share your unique voice, and foster meaningful conversations. Unleash your creativity and join us for a vibrant and supportive community of art and social connection. Let’s dance, paint, and tell our stories together!
Location: Richmond Hill Welcome Centre
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Celebrate Black History Month with the Varley Art Gallery of Markham! Join us as we honour the past, celebrate the present, and embrace the future through art and culture.
Black History Month: Reading Series
Saturday, February 24 | 2 to 2:30 PM | Free | Registration not required.
Drop in for an informal reading in the Varley’s Introduction Gallery. Readings will be drawn from Pioneers of the Caribbean by Ingrid V. Lambie and Patricia L. Tully, and from Stories from the Krib by Ingrid V. Lambie, Patricia L. Tully, and Angola Charles.
A special book sale will be held during the event. Stories from the Krib is available for $25.00 each, while Pioneers of the Caribbean can be purchased for $30.00 each. Enjoy knowing that 20% of all sales contribute to fundraising efforts to support Afro-Caribbean home for seniors.
Black History Month: Silent Art Auction
Saturday and Sunday, February 24, and 25 | 2 to 4 PM | Registration not required.
The Silent Art Auction will feature framed paintings by local artist Dawn Brotherton, along with pieces donated from a senior’s collection of Afro-Caribbean art by artists Herbie Rose, Bernard Reid, and a commissioned work by Expo 87 artist Alexander Cooper. Proceeds support the Afro-Caribbean home for seniors.
Black History Month: Steel Pan Performance
Sunday, February 25 | 2 to 4 PM | Free | Registration not required.
Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of steel pan music performed by pannist Daryl Williams. Presented in collaboration with the Cornerstone Church community.
The City of Vaughan will commemorate Black History Month on Tuesday, February 20 from 6pm to 8pm at Vaughan City Hall, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive.
This year the City of Vaughan joins the celebration of Black History Month with the theme “Black Excellence in the Arts”, honouring the vibrant culture, legacy, and impactful contributions of Black Canadians in shaping Canada’s arts, culture and history.
The evening’s program will include:
Master of Ceremonies –Bakari Savage, Anchor/Reporter for CP24
Official remarks by Mayor Steven Del Duca
Keynote address by Dr. Emilie Jabouin, a multi-disciplinary scholar, dance artist and founder of Do Gwe research, performance and production company
African Talking Drum performance by Hi-Life, a local African music, percussion, and orchestra group
Afro-Caribbean dance by DOAHL Academy
African Ancestral Acknowledgement and Black National Anthem performed by Jaylah A’Drianna Hall, visual and spoken word artist, published writer, and the CEO of The Cre8tor House
Pouring of Libations led by Lee Miller from the York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities
Featuring black-owned community booths
Light refreshments will be served.
The City of Vaughan will commemorate Black History Month on Tuesday, February 20 from 6pm to 8pm at Vaughan City Hall, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive.
This year the City of Vaughan joins the celebration of Black History Month with the theme “Black Excellence in the Arts”, honouring the vibrant culture, legacy, and impactful contributions of Black Canadians in shaping Canada’s arts, culture and history.
The evening’s program will include:
Master of Ceremonies –Bakari Savage, Anchor/Reporter for CP24
Official remarks by Mayor Steven Del Duca
Keynote address by Dr. Emilie Jabouin, a multi-disciplinary scholar, dance artist and founder of Do Gwe research, performance and production company
African Talking Drum performance by Hi-Life, a local African music, percussion, and orchestra group
Afro-Caribbean dance by DOAHL Academy
African Ancestral Acknowledgement and Black National Anthem performed by Jaylah A’Drianna Hall, visual and spoken word artist, published writer, and the CEO of The Cre8tor House
Pouring of Libations led by Lee Miller from the York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities
Featuring black-owned community booths
Light refreshments will be served.
he Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts presents an array of black musical talent in recognition of Black History Month. For tickets, visit RHCentre.ca.
Africville Stories: This is the story of Canada’s oldest black community, Africville, which was destroyed for ’urban improvement’ in the 1960s. Within the tragedy of this event comes stories of the people of this community shared through song, narration and music spanning jazz, R&B and gospel.
Walk-In clinic seen by a Nurse Practitioner for
minor ailments, such as: Cold, flu, fever, sore
throat, and other non-life-threatening conditions
We provide community and health services
navigation as needed
We also serve individuals without OHIP and
with no primary care provider
Please bring ID, medications (no narcotics)
and a mask to your appointment!
Fun Health Event
Aromatherapy
DIY Activities
Brain Health Games
Health Screening
Hand Massage
Fall Prevention Demo
Heath Education and
Community Resources
Ho ho ho! Don’t miss out on the most magical event of the year! Join us for a delightful morning filled with joy, laughter, and of course, Santa Claus himself! Breakfast with Santa on Main Street Unionville is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Bring your little ones to Jake’s On Main (16th Dec) or Unionville Arms Pub & Grill (17th Dec) for an unforgettable experience.
Remarks:
Two sessions each day: Session 1: 09:00 am – 10:45 am; Session 2: 11:00 am – 12:45 pm.
Tickets are $26 each (child or adult). Fee includes breakfast with juice/coffee, visit with Santa, opportunity to take your own photos with Santa, small gift for children under 12. Every person attending must purchase a ticket (babies in strollers exception). Maximum booking per person is 8 tickets.
ticket avilable on : https://www.eventbrite.com
This Year marks the 28th anniversary of the CTV Toy Mountain Campaign, which supports The Salvation Army and their quest to provide help and hope to families struggling to make ends meet. Every year, we invite businesses, schools, organizations, community groups and our Downtown Markham community to become partners to collect toys – and to help build Toy Mountain.
On Friday December 15th, CTV and Toy Mountain will broadcast live from the Pride of Canada Carousel at 8080 Birchmount Road in Downtown Markham. The event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. and will be broadcast live on CTV News at Six between 6 and 7 p.m.
Markham Fire Department will be on hand as well as The Salvation Army Band. We will be serving up hot chocolate and delicious treats for everyone who will join and want to partake in the event, drop off donations and take a spin on the Carousel!
The York Region Food Charter is getting a revamp and we need your help! It has been ten years since the launch of the York Region Food Charter, and a lot has changed in our regional food system. The Food Charter is a guiding document for the development of coordinated food-related policies and programs in York Region with a current focus on health and well-being, economic opportunities, environmental sustainability, education and skills, and equity and social justice.
The York Region Food Charter is under review and we want to hear from you! Join the York Region Food Council on November 30th at 6:30pm for an interactive evening where you can let your voice be heard. A light dinner will be provided. All are welcome!
Register : linktr.ee/yorkregionfoodcouncil
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