Markham Review

CANADA PANDA CUP
2019-11-02 - 2019-11-03
2019 Panda Cup International Table Tennis Tournament will take place at Markham Pan Am Centre.
For more information, visit www.pandacup.ca.

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE YORK REGION BLACK & WHITE CHARITY GALA
2019-11-02
The 12th Annual Black & White Charity Fundraising Gala will be held at Angus Glen Golf Club, 10080 Kennedy Rd., to support our York Region Community Service volunteers. The event starts at 6 p.m. with a reception, followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and dancing around 9 p.m.
For more information, visit www.sjayork.ca.

YORK REGION AMATEUR RADIO CLUB HAMFEST
2019-11-02
This event is held at Markham Fairground. Doors open to the sales area for the general public at 9 a.m. Parking is free and there will be many vendors, prizes, refreshments, aisles for scooters and wheelchairs. Admission: $10/person which includes free coffee/tea/hot chocolate and a door prize ticket. Children under 12 are free.
For more information, visit www.yrarc.org.

OLDE TYME CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
2019-11-02
The Bazaar is held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Lunch and refreshments will be in Santa’s Kitchen. Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

HALLOWEEN BALLROOM/LATIN DANCE
2019-11-02
This is an evening of costume and dance. The evening will start with line dances followed by general dancing, games and prizes. Cost $10/person at the door. Location: National Ballroom Academy, 39 Glen Cameron Road.
For more information, visit www.nationalballroomacademy.com.

TOUTE-MONDE: MARKHAM OPENING NIGHT
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-30
This project explores a series of encounters between artists and communities, as well as between neighbors, between friends and between strangers. Location: Varley Art Gallery.
For more information, visit www.markham.ca.

MARKHAM ROYALS HOME GAMES
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-29
The Markham Royals are a Junior “A” ice hockey team from Markham. They are part of the Ontario Junior Hockey League.
For more information and to view the schedule, visit www.markhamroyals.pointstreaksites.com.

SNAP
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-03
This magic show, perfect for the whole family, combines illusion, mime, comedy and more in a transfixing tale put on stage by South Korea’s greatest illusionists.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.markhamtheatre.ca or call 905 305 7469.

POP CULTURE SHOW
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-03
This exhibition highlights the ways pop cultures influences artists and informs their artistic practices. Location: Winged Canvas, 185 Bullock Drive, #1 Markham.
For more information, visit www.wingedcanvas.com.

197 MAIN STREET EXHIBITION
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-30
In this exhibition, F. H. Varley’s basement studio is revisited through artworks, tools and objects from the period 1957-1969 when the artist lived in Unionville. The gallery is divided into two separate areas, a domestic interior and a studio, both inspired from photographs from the McKay Art Centre of that time.
For more information, visit www.markham.ca.

WHAT IS MARKHAM? DISCOVER OUR EVOLVING COMMUNITY
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-30
Visitors at Markham Museum will be able to explore changes in our landscape, the way we worked and went to school, and how we came together as a community over the past 100 years. This exhibition will also include aerial photography, a virtual tour of Markham Village in 1910 and a place for visitors to record their memories of Markham Fair.
For more information, visit www.markhammuseum.ca.

MARKHAM MOVES EXHIBITION
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-30
Markham Moves spotlights transportation throughout the ages and it is fun for all ages. You can learn how transportation has changed over time and how it has affected our community. This exhibition also offers hands-on activities and play areas. Location: Markham Museum
For more information, visit www.markhammuseum.ca.

HALLOWEEN HAUNT
2019-10-31
This year you can trick or treat at the Heintzman House. This historic estate will become a spooky haunted house and will be handing out loot bags. Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

AN EVENING OF FAITH, FASHION AND DANCING
2019-10-28
Enjoy a three course dinner, a fashion show, an inspirational talk, a silence auction and a performance by Theresa and her professional dance partner. The proceeds of this fundraiser will go to the Shakir Rehmatullah Cancer Clinic at Markham Stouffville Hospital. Ticket price: $120.
For more information, visit www.dejavuboutique.ca.

MARKHAM GARDEN AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING AND ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
2019-10-28
Bring your love of nature to this event that brings gardeners together for an opportunity to display flowers, fruit and vegetables grown in our own gardens. The event will take place at Markham Village community Centre.
For more information, visit www.gardenontario.org.

SPOOKY SUNDAY HALLOWEEN
2019-10-27
Dress your kids in their favorite Halloween costumes and head out to the Millennium Bandstand for a spooky and entertaining Halloween celebration.

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF AUTHORS
2019-10-27
Authors Janie Chang, Farzana Doctor and Shawn Hitchins will be reading live from their latest works. The event will be held at Markham Village Public Library.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.markham.ca or call Markham Public Library at 905 513 7977.

WONDERFUL WORLD OF CIRCUS SHOWS
2019-10-26 - 2019-10-27
The shows will be held at 26600 John Street, unit 115. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $20.
For more information, visit www.wonderfulworldofcircus.com.

UNLEASHED FUTURE VET PROGRAM
2019-10-26 - 2019-11-16
If your child loves animals give them the gifts of an educational program designed for children 6 to 8 years old and 8 to 10 years old. They will learn about how to care about animals through hands-on animal experiences, guest presenters and interactive lessons.
For more information and to register, visit www.markham.ontariospca.ca.

TRICK OR TREAT ON MAIN STREET MARKHAM
2019-10-26
Join the community in the annual Trick or Treat event held on Main Street Markham.

LIT ON TOUR MARKHAM: READINGS WITH ANDREA BAIN, CATHERINE HERNANDEZ AND CARRIANNE LEUNG
2019-10-26
Join authors Andrea Bain, Catherine Hernande and Carrianne Leung at Markham Village Public Library for a lively reading of their latest works. Book signing will follow.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.markham.ca or call Markham Public Library at 905 513 7977.

2019 ANNUAL PICKEBALL TOURNAMENT
2019-10-25 - 2019-10-27
The Markham Sport Development Unit will be held at Markham Pan Am Centre.
For more information, visit www.markhampanamcentre.ca.

2019 COLOURS OF AUTUMN LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW
2019-10-23
The Markhaven Foundation is presenting the 3rd annual Colours of Autumn Luncheon & Fashion Show. All proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to Markhaven Home for Seniors in Markham. Tickets: $75. To purchase tickets call 905 201 3375 or e-mail laurie.mcclelland@markhaven.ca.
For more information, visit www.markhaven.ca.

MARKHAM AT THE MOVIES PRESENTS SINK OR SWIM
2019-10-22
A group of regular middle-aged men who have gone through different personal or professional misfortunes are part of a synchronized swimming class and asked to represent France at the Men’s World Championship.
For more information, visit www.markham.ca.

MARKHAM AT THE MOVIES PRESENTS PAPI CHULO
2019-10-22
Recently single, a gay weatherman hires a Mexican laborer to do some work for him. They spend a lot of time together outside of the job, which becomes a reason for the laborer’s wife to poke fun at the nature of their relationship, which comes across as romantic.
For more information, visit www.markham.ca.

WORLD CORPORATE CUP OF DODGEBALL
2019-10-19 - 2019-10-20
This event, held at Markham Pan Am Centre is geared toward businesses from any industry and is open to all. Categories include Women and Men Open and Mixed Open 40+.
For more information, visit www.corporate-games.com.

RAILVIEW HISTORICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE
2019-10-19
This event is fun for the entire family. Participate and you will explore an historical model railroad tour of Canadian Railroading from St. Catharines to Toronto during the time period 1950 to present day. Cost; $10/adults, $5/children, $25/family and $7/seniors. The event will be located at 550 Alden Road, Markham and run between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

ROUGE: VARLEY GALA
2019-10-18
This is an annual fundraising event hosted by the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham, in support of the Varley Art Gallery of Markham’s exhibitions, collection and education programs. The event is held at the Toronto Marriott Markham and is black tie optional.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.rougevarleygala2019.eventbrite.ca.

Seniors Health Fair Extravaganza
2019-10-17 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
The event takes place at the Aaniin Community Centre, (corner of Middlefield Rd & 14th Ave) and is organized by the Seniors Advisory Committee for the City of Markham. Check out more than 35 health and wellness providers. Free admission, giveaways and more. Visit: facebook.com/SeniorsAdvisoryCommittee/

DYNASTY WATERCOLOUR ASSOCIATION ANNUAL ART SHOW
2019-10-16 - 2019-10-20
The McKay Art Center features works for sale from talented artists in the community. Admission is free. Location: McKay Art Centre at 197 Main Street Unionville.
