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Welcome to the July/August e-mag issue of Things To Do York Region! Your Activity& Events Guide for locals. Our mission is tobecome your go to source for activities &events available in York Region for all ages.Our e-mag along with our website providesactivity ideas that you may not even havethought of! It's filled with activities, classes andthought of! It's filled with activities, classes andlocal events.So why not try out a new activityand discover and explore what our beautifultown has to offer!...

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IN THIS ISSUE - JULY 2013

1Walk Fairy Lake Park while enjoying the many festivals and live music during the summer months. Bike the Tom Taylor Trail a bike and top for a picnic! For other trails throughout Newmarket and surrounding areas check out Ontario Trails www.ontariotrails.on.ca

Walk or bike the trails

2Support local farmers and shop the Newmarket Farmers Market. Come out on a Saturday morning and pick up fresh produce, baked goods and even live entertainment every Saturday until October 8 am-1pm. Main Street South, east on Timothy Street to Doug Duncan Drive www.newmarketfarmersmarket.com

Shop the farmers market

3Give back to the community by volunteering at Habitat York and be part of building homes for those in need. For more information about volunteering please call Habitat York 905-868-8722 ext. 24 or visit www.habitatyork.ca/volunteer/volunteering.html

Volunteer for a great cause

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5The Irish Dance Studio has been serving the York Region area since 1996 and has been teaching the art of Irish Dance to students of all ages, from toddler to adult.

They also offer ballet, jazz, hip hop, acro, musical theatre, lyrical and tap classes in conjunction with their existing Irish classes. Classes are available in recreational or

competitive. 16700 Bayview Ave., Unit 104B, Newmarket 905-898-0061 www.irishdancestudio.com

Learn the art of Irish dance

4Start with a Mimosa Sunday Brunch at Milestones is a delicious affair! Grilled Shrimp California Benedict, Spinach & Feta Omlette, Pear & Coconut Pancakes are just a few mouth-watering brunch selections at Milestones. Brunch is served on weekends 11am-4pm. 18162 Yonge Street, Newmarket 905-853-5345 www.milestonesrestaurants.com/brunch.php

Savor Sunday brunch

PC Cooking School located in the Real Canadian Superstore offers cooking classes for all ages including Adults, Kids (3-11) & Teens (11-16). Classes include a large variety of desserts, appetizers, chocolate and weather you’re a novice or a gourmet cook, their team of talented chefs will entertain you. 18162 Yonge Street, Newmarket 905-853-5345 www.pccookingschool.ca

Take a cooking class6Go strawberry or raspberry picking at Strawberry Creek Farm. Lots of fun for the kids too in the Amazing Acres - Family Fun Yard including feeding of the animals, straw bales climbing, giant sandbox and kid-sized tractors for them to ride in. Be sure to check out the farm’s market

for fresh, locally grown produce, maple syrup, honey and baked goods including tarts, pies, and cookies. Corner of Woodbine Ave. and Davis Drive, Newmarket

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Tour the beautiful grounds of Holland Marsh Wineries and learn about winemaking followed by a wine tasting. Looking for an event venue? They host various events including Baptisms, weddings, birthday parties, Bar mitzvahs, Business events, etc.18270 Keele Street, Newmarket 905-775-4924 hmwineries.ca www.ontariotrails.on.ca

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Discover unique finds at Queensville Antique Market with over 16,000 sq ft and over 115 ealers of quality Antiques and collectibles. For more information call 905-478-4022. Located at 20091 Woodbine Ave in Queensville

Go antique shopping8

Try your hand at Indoor rock climbing at Of Rock and Chalk. Rock climbing is suitable for all ages! They offer over 46 routes, heights varying from 10 to 37 feet and five different bouldering areas. Beginner classes are available

if this is your first time climbing and includes your harness, shoe rental and climbing for the day (day pass). As an added bonus, we will also include a two week membership (rentals not included)! 482 Ontario St., Newmarket 905-895-ROCK (7625) www.rockandchalk.com

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Tour the beautiful grounds of Holland Marsh Wineries and learn about winemaking followed by a wine tasting. Looking for an event venue? They host various events including Baptisms, weddings, birthday parties, Bar mitzvahs, Business events, etc.18270 Keele Street, Newmarket 905-775-4924 hmwineries.ca www.ontariotrails.on.ca

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Discover unique finds at Queensville Antique Market with over 16,000 sq ft and over 115 ealers of quality Antiques and collectibles. For more information call 905-478-4022. Located at 20091 Woodbine Ave in Queensville

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if this is your first time climbing and includes your harness, shoe rental and climbing for the day (day pass). As an added bonus, we will also include a two week membership (rentals not included)! 482 Ontario St., Newmarket 905-895-ROCK (7625) www.rockandchalk.com

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EVENT CALENDARMARKHAMJULY 1 Unionville Canada Day Celebration Celebrate Canada Day with flag raising ceremony, entertainment by Kindred Spirits Orchestra, face-painters, clowns, and fun-filled family activities. face-painters, clowns, and fun-filled family activities. Taste traditional Canada Day shortcake and prepare for a dazzling display of light, colour, and sound as the sky alights with the magnificent flowers of thefireworks. Free admission Unionville Millennium Bandstand on Main Street Unionville

JUJULY 12 & 26Wonderful World of Circus Shows Throughout the year we organize shows with the participation of our students and affiliated performers. Our shows are for all ages, so come along and enjoy a day at the circus! Our shows attract people from all over the Greater Toronto Area. TTickets at the Door: $15. For more information call 905-479-24112600 John Street, Unit 115, Markhamwww.wonderfulworldofcircus.com

NEWMARKETJULY 1 Kanata Summer FestivalPancake Breakfast, 8 a.m. - Noon, $4, East of Main St. Pancake Breakfast, 8 a.m. - Noon, $4, East of Main St. at the Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. Kanata Celebration, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fairy Lake Park, Water St. Fun for the whole family. Free admission.www.newmarket.ca

Canada Day Open HouseTTime: 10a.m. - 4p.m.Join us at the Elman W. Campbell Museum for our Canada Day Open House. Special displays, demonstrations and lots to do in the downtown core. Free Admission.134 Main Street South, Newmarket

JULY 20 Around the World Multicultural Event TTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Stage performance, exhibit booths with crafts, information, food and fun family free activities. Free admission. Fairy Lake Park, Water Stwww.newmarket.ca

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AURORAJULY 1Canada Day ParadeTime: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The parade route will start at Yonge St. and Orchard Heights Blvd. and will run south to Murray Dr.wwwww.town.aurora.on.ca/aurora/canadaday

Canada Day Celebrations 2013Time: 11 a.m. until dusk. Enjoy family oriented activities, live entertainment, fireworks and much more. Don't miss the Aurora Teen Idol competition. Lambert Willson Parkwww.town.aurora.on.ca/aurora/canadaday

JUJULY 10, 17, 24 & 31Concerts in the ParkNo need to travel for great music! All you need to bring with you are your family, friends, chairs or a blanket and enjoy. Aurora Town Parkwww.town.aurora.on.ca/aurora/specialevents

JULY 12 & 13Theatre in the ParkTheatre in the ParkEnjoy Shakespeare in the park. The Humber River Shakespeare Theatre Company will be presenting a live theatrical performance of "As You Like It". Aurora Town Parkwww.town.aurora.on.ca/aurora/specialevents

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VAUGHANJULY 1 Vaughan Celebrates Canada DayCelebrate Canada's 146th birthday at the City of Vaughan's Canada Day event on Monday, July 1, 2013at Mackenzie Glen District Park, 220 Cranston Park at Mackenzie Glen District Park, 220 Cranston Park Avenue in Maple. Presented by TD Bank this funfilled free event held from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. will feature headline concerts and a host of other activities, including the Tim Hortons Inflatable Zone and an Official Welcome by Mayor and Members of Council. TTaking the stage this year will be clubland crooner Mia Martina and dance band These Kids Wear Crowns.www.vaughan.ca/events/canada_day_celebration

JULY 16, 23, 30 Concerts in the ParkConcerts are held on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in five parks across the City. The 2013 series of concerts are scheduled for: July 16 - THE BEATLERS Chancellor District Park 430 Chancellor Drive, WWoodbridge July 23 - "WANNABE" North American Tribute to the Spice Girls Mackenzie Glen District Park220 Cranston Park Avenue, Maple July 30- LEGEND-ARY LADIES: Tributes to Whitney Houston & Donna Summer North Thornhill Community Centre - Outdoor Amphitheatre 300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue, Thornhillwww.vaughan.ca/events/concerts_in_the_park

RICHMOND HILLJULY 1 Canada Day Celebrations at Richmond GreenThere is something for everyone! There will be a wide range of activities for people of all ages, including a kidz-zone, industry home shoa kidz-zone, industry home show, stage entertainment, Bavarian gardens, food pavilion, one-of-a-kind midway, and much more! One of the largest fireworks display in York Region!Richmond Green Sports Complex1300 Elgin Mills Road East. Richmond Hill

JULY 8Stories Stories We TellThis is the first of the Summer Docs series presented at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. A huge hit at the 2012 TIFF, this film, directed by Sarah Polley, is an up close and personal look at her family including some rather surprising family secrets.Richmond Hill Centre for the PerformingRichmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts10268 Yonge St., Richmond Hillwww.rhcentre.ca

EAST GWILLIMBURYJULY 1 Canada Day at the Sharon TempleTTime: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Bring family and friends to celebrate with food, games and entertainment, a spelling bee, contests for children and adults and heritage displays and demonstrations. Free Admission.18974 Leslie St, Sharonwww.sharontemple.ca

GEORGINAJULY 1 Georgina Pioneer Village - Canada Day Cel-ebrationTime: 10:00 am Celebrate 19th century style with historic demonstrations, games, food & tour the historic buildings. All Ages Free26557 Civic Centre Road R.R. 2, Georginawww.georginapioneervillage.ca

JULY 13 & 14 Purple Arts FestivalSaturday, July 13, 2013, 11am-6pm Sunday, July 14, 2013, 11am-4pmCome see amazing original paintings, sculptures, Come see amazing original paintings, sculptures, photography, pottery, jewellery, woodcraft, native art, and more. More than 30 artisans from Toronto to Tory Hill, Ontario, as well as local artists, have been selected. Stroll around the lush meadow, enjoy food prepared by The Briars' chefs, and entera draw for original artwork (To Be Announced). Saturday will feature performances from the Saturday will feature performances from the QueensvillePlayers, and Sunday will feature an interactive Drumming Circle with Rhythmic by Nature; drums sponsored by Shaw Percussion.The Briars Resort, 55 Edge Road, RR 1, Jacksons Pointwww.purpleturtlearts.ca

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Please note we try our best to be accurate at the time of publishing this guide but events/activities may be subject to changeTo have your event included in our online event calendar please submit here thingstodoyorkregion.com/submit-event. Please note we only accept events that are held within the York Region area and reserve the right to refuse to publish an event that is not appropriate to our audience.

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99 Steps/ Thornton Bales King Trailwww.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails-az/thornton-bales-king-trail

Covernotes Coffee Tea & Coffee House Richmond Hill covernotes.wordpress.com

Angus Glen Library, Markham mpl.markham.ca

Yoga at Moonflower Yoga Studio, Stouffville

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Woodbridge Village Farmers’ MarketJun 15 to Oct 12th on Saturdays 9am–1pmWoodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena

Hwy #7 and Islington Avewoodbridgevillagefarmersmarket.com

Newmarket Farmers MarketMay 4-Oct 26 on Saturdays 8am–1pm May 4-Oct 26 on Saturdays 8am–1pm Newmarket Riverwalk Commonswww.newmarketfarmersmarket.com

Aurora Farmers Market & Artisan Fair May 4 to Oct 26 on Saturdays 8am–1pm

49 Wells Street www.theaurorafarmersmarket.com

Richmond Hill Hillcrest Mall Farmers' Market Richmond Hill Hillcrest Mall Farmers' Market May 9 to Oct 31 on Wednesdays 10am-6pm

and Sundays 9am-4pmHillcrest Mall, Yonge & Rutherford

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Thornhill The Village Market (Organic) Jan 7 to Dec 22 on Saturdays 8:30am-1:30pm

Toronto Waldorf School Lower LevelToronto Waldorf School Lower LevelRutherford Rd. / Carrville Rdwww.villagemarket.ca

Unionville Stiver Mill Farmers' MarketJun 30 to Oct 13 on Sundays 10am-4pm

Eureka Street, Unionville

Main Street Markham Farmers' Market May 11 to Sep 28 on Saturdays 8am-1pm May 11 to Sep 28 on Saturdays 8am-1pm 132 Robertson Street, Markham Main Streetwww.mainstreetmarkham.com/farmers-market

Downtown Stouffville Farmers' MarketMay 9 to Oct 10 on Thursdays 2pm-7pm

Park Dr., South of Main Stwww.townofws.com/farmersmarket.asp

East Gwillimbury Farmers’ MarketEast Gwillimbury Farmers’ MarketMay 4 to Oct 12 on Saturdays 8am-1pm

Gwillimbury Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie Street in Sharonwww.eastgwillimburyfarmersmarket.ca

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