Markham Review

WRITERS OF MARKHAM
2019-02-02 - 2019-02-23
This is a free event and it is for newcomer youth ages 13-24. Every Saturday until March 23, you can improve your English skills as a journalist. Location: CICS Immigrant Youth Centre 5284 highway 7.
For more information please contact Wajiha Afaq at 905 294 8868 ext. 108 or e-mail wajiha.afaq@cicscanada.com.

ONTARIO VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION TOURNAMENT
2019-02-02
OVA will take place at the Markham Pan Am Centre. Over 300 athletes will take place in this event.
For more information please visit www.ontariovolleyball.org.

THE JASON BISHOP SHOW
2019-02-02
Jason Bishop was handpicked by LiveNation to perform with Ke$ha, Paramore, Weezer, Drake and many other celebrities at multiple festivals around the world. In his show you can be awed by double levitation tricks, cutting –edge Op-Art, Plasma illusions, and other stunning and original state of the art magic. The show will be performed at Markham Flato Theatre.
For more information please visit www.markham.ca.

FLATO THEATHRE FEBRUARY SHOWS
2019-02-01 - 2019-02-28
Jeans’n Classics – David Bowie & Prince: February 1 at 8 p.m.
Jason Bishop – Straight Up Magic: February 2 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Outerbridge – Magical Odyssey: February 3 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Canadian Brass: February 7 at 8 p.m.
Kuné – Canada’s Global Orchestra: February 8 at 8 p.m.
The Fountains of Rome: February 9 at 8 p.m.
The Mousetrap: February 13, 14, 15 and 16 at 8 p.m.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: February 2, 22, 23 and 24
Markham at the Movies – Bel Canto: February 26 at 7 p.m.
YaÍma Saez Y Su Grupo: February 28 at 8 p.m.

JEANS’N CLASSICS – DAVID BOWIE & PRINCE
2019-02-01
Jeans’n Classics is coming back to the Flato Markham Theatre for a night that glorifies two groundbreaking and unforgettable artists. For more information about Jeans’n Classics, visit www.jeansnclassics.com. The show starts at 8 p.m.
For more information please visit www.markham.ca.

MARKHAM AT THE MOVIES PRESENTS: JULIET, NAKED
2019-01-29
Juliet, Naked the movie is based on Nick Hornby’s novel of the same title. It recounts the story of Annie who is in an unhappy relationship with Duncan and in an unlikely transatlantic romance with the now faded singer-songwriter Tucker Crowe. The singer-songwriter happens to also be the subject of Duncan’s musical obsession. The movie is playing at Flato Theatre at 171 Town Centre Blvd. at 7 p.m.
For more information, please visit www.markham.ca.

FAMILY LITERACY DAY – OPEN FAIR
2019-01-26
Family Literacy Day is a national awareness initiative meant to help raise awareness of the importance of reading and other literacy-related activities. By joining the event you will have the opportunity to connect with our community’s partners and learn how to support literacy advance at home. Library staff will be available to showcase library resources. The event is held at Aaniin Library, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
For more information visit www.markham.ca.

GET YOUTH FIT
2019-01-25 - 2019-03-08
Every Friday starting January 25 explore the world of fitness through group exercise. Improve or refresh your knowledge about healthy living, nutrition, teamwork and leadership. All fitness levels are welcome. Location and time: CICS Immigrant Youth Centre, 5284 Highway 7 East, Unit #2, Markham from 4.30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information please contact Jayne Ramos at 905 294 8868 ext.203 or Jayne.Ramos@cicscanada.com.

ACT-IT-OUT
2019-01-24 - 2019-03-07
This event is free and it is for newcomer youth, ages 13-24. Join the event every Thursday until March 7 and you will improve your public speaking and acting skills, your written English and gain self-confidence and make new friends. Volunteer opportunities are available.
For more information please contact Brenda Shin at 905 294 8868 extension 201 or email at Brenda.shin@cicscanada.com.

MARKHAM MUSEUM JANUARY EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
2019-01-19
January 19 at 1 p.m.: Museum Pottery – Winter Snowflake Clay Jewelry; Age: 7-13; Cost: $40
January 19 at 10 a.m.: Museum Pottery – “Let it Snow” Fridge Magnet Workshop; Age: 4+; Cost: $40
For more information please visit www.markhammuseum.ca.

YORKU SCHOLARS HUB LECTURE SERIES
2019-01-17
Markham Public Library and York University have joined together to bring a taste of the university experience. Topics include science, health, law and finance. The event will take place at Markham Village Library between 7 p.m. and 8.30 p.m.
For more information please visit http://alumniandfriends.yorku.ca.

NEXT I WAVE
2019-01-12 - 2019-02-06
This winter the Varley Art Gallery in Markham partnered with the Visual Arts Department of York University to launch NEXT I WAVE, an annual exhibition presenting works by the second-year MFA and PhD students. This is a great opportunity for students to exhibit their pieces in a professional setting and to engage with visitors of all ages.
For more information please visit www.markham.ca or call 905 477 7000.

EXHIBITION OPENING AND PANEL DISCUSSION YORK UNIVERSITY EXHIBITION
2019-01-12
Participate in a discussion with York University graduate students from a variety of art disciplines to contemplate about how they use their practice to handle difficult issues. This event is free and starts at 11 a.m. and it is held at the Varley Art Gallery at 216 Main Street Unionville.
For more information please visit www.markham.ca.

THE MARKHAM CIVIC CENTRE OUTDOOR ICE RING IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON
2019-01-07 - 2019-02-28
Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily except Wednesdays, the skating rink is at 101 Town Centre Blvd. Skate rentals available: Adults $10, Children $5.

WHAT IS MARKHAM? DISCOVER OUR EVOLVING COMMUNITY
2019-01-07 - 2019-02-28
On Permanent Display: Visit Markham Museum and explore the changes in our community’s landscape, the way we worked, went to school and how we came together as a community over the past 100 years.
For more information please visit www.markhammuseum.ca.

FROM THE GROUND UP
2019-01-07 - 2019-02-28, 2019-01-01 - 2019-01-31
This exhibition showcases archaeological discoveries from excavations done at Markham Museum between 1968 and 2009. This is a brief look at Markham’s transition from a small village into a city.
For more information please visit www.markhammuseum.ca.

MARKHAM ROYALS JANUARY HOME GAMES
2019-01-04 - 2019-01-27
January 4, 11, 13, 25, 27 at Markham Centennial Arena.
For more information please visit www.markhamroyals.pointstreaksites.com.

FLATO MARKHAM THEATRE JANUARY SHOWS
2019-01-01 - 2019-01-31
January 4 at 8 p.m.: Grace, 2- A Tribute to the Tragically Hip
January 5 at 8 p.m.: Southern Rock Explosion
January 17 at 8 p.m.: Lighthouse
January 24 at 8 p.m.: Canadian Jazz All-Stars
January 25 at 8 p.m.: Tartan Terrors
January 26 at 8 p.m.: Ben Heppner with the Toronto Mass Choir
January 29 at 7 p.m.: Markham at the Movies presents Juliet, Naked
January 31 at 8 p.m.: Noche Flamenca
For more information visit www.markham.ca.

WONDERFUL WORLD OF CIRCUS UPCOMING SHOWS
2018-12-15 - 2018-12-16
Enjoy the Wonderful World of Circus and their shows for all ages. Location: 2600 John Street, Unit 115. Time: 1 p.m. Tickets are 20$.
For more information please visit www.wonderfulwordlofcircus.com.

WITNESS - CANADIAN ART OF THE FIRST WORLD WAR
2018-12-09 - 2019-01-06
This is an exhibition that examines how Canadians used art to communicate and commemorate their First World War experiences at home and overseas. The Beaverbrook Collection of War Art is one of the largest of such collections in the world and it exhibits works that have never been publicly displayed before. Location: Varley Art Gallery, 216 Main Street Unionville.
For more information please visit www.varleygallery.ca.

RAILVIEW HISTORICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE
2018-12-08 - 2018-12-09
Railview Historical Society is holding an Open House. You can see the advances made to the project, see model trains running and observe the changes and technological innovations made over the year. Location: Railview Historical Society, 550 Alden Road, Unit 201, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

MAIN STREET UNIONVILLE CHRISTMAS MARKET 2018
2018-12-08 - 2018-12-16
On December 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th, you can find all your Christmas gift ideas at the Main Street Unionville Christmas Market. The vendors will have everything you need, from sweets and treats to Christmas decorations and gifts.
For more information please visit www.unionvilleinfo.com.

NEWTON'S III OPEN TAEKWON-DO CHAMPIONSHIP
2018-12-08 - 2018-12-09
Newton Taekwondo will be hosting a Taekwondo competition at the Markham Pan Am Centre.

VILLAGE VOICES HOLIDAY SEASON CONCERT
2018-12-08
Celebrate the season with new and old holiday music performed by the Village Voices at the Markham Missionary Church. The event will be held between 2.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m.
For more information please visit www.villagevoiceschoir.ca.

Rejoice with Village Voices concert
2018-12-08
Village Voices celebrate 30 years of Christmas tradition with its concert on December 8 at 2:30 and 7:30pm at Markham Missionary Church. Visit villagevoices.ca for more information.

WATER POLO CANADA - NATIONAL LEAGUE PLAY
2018-12-07
Water Polo Canada hosts the Annual National League play at the Markham Pan Am Centre between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For more information please visit www.waterpolo.ca.

THE 38TH ANNUAL UNIONVILLE OLDE TYME CHRISTMAS PARADE
2018-12-07
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Christmas Parade of more than 40 floats, bands and characters along Main Street Unionville. Don’t miss Santa’s arrival and the lighting of the Christmas Tree at the Millennium Bandstand. The Parade starts at 7 p.m.
For more information visit www.unionvilleinfo.com.

BERNADETTE LAU ART EXHIBIT
2018-12-05 - 2018-12-09
Bernadette Lau wants to share with you the beauty found in everyday life through her art. Location: McKay Art Centre, 197 Main Street Unionville; time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information please visit www.markham.ca.

RBC INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED PROFESSIONAL IT NETWORKING EVENT
2018-12-05
At this event you can meet and network with RBC hiring managers. Learn anything you need to know about careers in Information Technology at RBC. Location: Milliken Mills Library, between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Registration is required.
Please call 905 470 9675 or e-mail markhamonline@jvstoronto.org.
