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April 2010

Good Friday Charity Benefit Concert - The Rose of Calvary
Date: Friday, April 2, 2010
Time: 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Thornhill United Church, 25 Elgin Street, Thornhill
Cost: Donation

Cantabile Chorale of York Region is joined by choristers from churches in Richmond Hill and Thornhill to present a concert of contemporary sacred choral music for Good Friday in aid of local charities. The major work is Joseph M. Martin's Lenten cantata The Rose of Calvary, together with selections from Karl Jenkins' Stabat Mater. Free entrance (no tickets), with goodwill offering after the concert.

Organizer: Cantabile Chorale of York Region
Telephone: 905-731-8318
Email Contact: sing@cantabile.ca
Website Address: www.cantabile.ca


Mackie Awards
Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: The Varley Art Gallery, 216 Main Street, Unionville
Cost: $25

The 2010 Mackie Awards honours outstanding contributions to arts & culture in the Town of Markham.

Organizer: Judi McIntyre
Telephone: 905-947-9054
Email Contact: info@markhamartscouncil.com
Website Address: www.markhamartscouncil.com


Going Global: York Region Import & Export Conference 2010
Date: Friday, April 16, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Blvd.
Cost: $25.00

Explore International Markets. Network with Industry Leaders. Learn about the Import and Export Process. Find out about relevant Government Resources. Hear from a panel of successful York Region exporters. Presented by the Markham SBEC, Richmond Hill SBEC, Vaughan BEC, and York SBEC. Supported by: Canada Border Services Agency, Health Canada, Canada-Ontario Export Forum and York Region Export Development Program. Pre-registration required. Please register online at www.msbec.markham.ca

Event Organizer: Markham Small Business Enterprise Centre
Telephone Number: 905-248-2737
Event Email Contact: ddelossantos@markham.ca
Event Website Address: www.msbec.markham.ca


Markham Skating Club's Ice Show 2010 "Theme Park Adventure"
Date: Friday, April 16 to Sunday, April 18, 2010
Time: Fri. 7:00 p.m., Sat. 1:00 & 7:00 p.m., Sun. 1:00 p.m.
Location: Markham Village Arena , 6041 Highway # 7 at Markham Rd/ Hwy 48
Cost: $25.00

The Markham Skating Club presents: "Theme Park Adventure 2010". with guest skaters, Canadian Ice dancing team Vanessa Crone and Paul Poirier . As silver medalists at this years Canadian Figure Skating Championships and Vancouver Olympians, we couldn't be happier to welcome them, they will surely put on a great show! Witness them alongside over 200 club skater's, fun for the whole family! Showtimes: Fri. Apr 16th 7:00 pm, Sat, Apr 17th, 1:00pm and 7:00 pm, Sun, Apr 18th 1:00 pm

Event Organizer: The Markham Skating Club
Telephone Number: 905-472-8990
Event Email Contact: msctickets@rogers.com
Event Website Address: www.markhamskatingclub.com



2010 Markham-Stouffville MS Walk
Date: Sunday, April 18, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Brother Andre Catholic High School- 6106 16th Ave E
Cost: Free

The Markham-Stouffville MS Walk organizing committee would like to invite everyone to come out and Walk to help end MS on Sunday, April 18th. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Register today at www.mswalks.ca Every Step Matters.

Event Organizer: MS Society of Canada
Telephone : 1-888-822-84
Email Contact: alison.foreman@mssociety.ca
Website Address: www.mswalks.ca


Backs in Motion 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk
Date: Sunday, April 18, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: 6100 Leslie Street
Cost: $30-$40

Join the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) as we celebrate the 25th annual Backs in Motion 10K run and 5K run/walk on Sunday, April 18, 2010 in support of Chiropractic Education and Research. Whether you are in training for a marathon, or have set goals to become more active, Backs in Motion is a great way to kick off the season. Urban surroundings and scenic parklands create a unique, challenging and fun route for all participants. All ages and levels are welcome!

Event Organizer: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Telephone: 416-482-2340
Email Contact: events@cmcc.ca
Event Website Address: www.cmcc.ca


MSBEC: "Public Relations: An Effective Yet Affordable Marketing Tool"
Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Markham Executive Offices, Liberty Building, 3601 Highway 7, Suite 400
Cost: $10.00

When applied strategically, public relations helps many retail businesses, start-ups, and small to mid size companies get maximum visibility for their products/services at a low cost. Facilitated by: Loretta Lam, President, Focus Communications Inc. Presented by the Markham Small Business Enterprise Centre. Pre-registration required. Please register online at www.msbec.markham.ca (join us for two sessions and the third is free!)

Event Organizer: Markham Small Business Enterprise Centre
Telephone Number: 905-248-2737
Event Email Contact: ddelossantos@markham.ca
Event Website Address: www.msbec.markham.ca


Heintzman House Art Show & Sale
Date: Saturday, April 24 to Sunday April 25, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: 135 Bay Thorn Drive at Royal Orchard
Cost: FREE

Put a touch of colour in your life - make a date to attend this exciting annual event. See over 400 works by 40 of Canada's premier artists - oils, acrylics, water colours and sculpture - all displayed in the splendour of this truly historic House. Visit the cosy Tea Room for lunch or a snack. Bring the family. One of you may win a draw prize. It's a delightful way to spend a weekend morning or afternoon. Admission is free.

Event Organizer: Heintzman House Art Show Committee
Telephone: 905-881-7158
Email Contact: hhartshow@hotmail.com
Website Address: www.heintzmanhouse.ca/artshow.htm external link opens new window


Meister Markt Antique and Collectables Show
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Markham Fairgrounds 10801 McCowan Rd.
Cost: $5. Kids under12-free

Huge indoor/outdoor antique and collectables show featuring over 175 vendors from across Ontario and Quebec. Find everything from pine furniture, silver, vintage clothing, coins, Canadiana, old advertising and posters, mid-century modern, vintage toys, jewelry, 1950's/60's kitsch, folk art, books and magazines, memorabilia, textiles, clocks and watches, porcelain, maps and prints, paintings, military antiques,postcards, records and much, much more. ATMs and food on site. Free appraisals avail.

Event Organizer: Meister Markt
Telephone: 416-427-8379
Website Address: www.meistermarkt.com


Ontario SPCA York Region Branch Microchip Clinic
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: 16586 Woodbine Avenue, Newmarket
Cost: Contact shelter

Every year thousands of pets in Ontario go missing and many do not find their way home. Protect your pet by attending one of the Microchip Clinics being held at the York Region Branch of the Ontario SPCA. This permanent identification will allow finders to easily identify your pet should an accidental escape occur by providing them with important information to allow your dog or cat to be returned quickly and safely to you. Call 905-898-7122 Ext. 306 for more info.

Organizer: Ontario SPCA York Region Branch
Telephone: 905-898-7122
Email Contact: mohill@ospca.on.ca
Website Address: www.yorkregion.ontariospca.ca


Evergreen Hospice Presents: Fashion for Compassion
Date:
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Grand Baccus Banquet and Conference Centre, 2155 McNicoll Avenue
Cost: $75

The Evergreen Hospice Fashion for Compassion Event is where good friends will meet for an evening of shopping, delicious dining and enjoy a fabulous fashion show all the while contributing to a cause that may touch each and every one of us at some point in our lives. Our live auction will feature pampering and get-away packages for groups of friends to enjoy together. Our silent auction is brimming with great buys waiting for your winning bid. Tables of 10 may also be purchased for groups.

Event Organizer: Evergreen Hospice
Telephone: 905-472-5014
Email Contact: info@evergreenhospice.org
Website Address: www.evergreenhospice.org 


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