Virtual discussion aims to understand Group of Seven’s Carmichael
McMichael Executive Director, Ian Dejardin, has long professed a special fondness for the work of Group of Seven member Franklin Carmichael. Join him on Tuesday, February 1 from 7 to […]
Richmond Hill hotel adapts to an ever-changing environment
By Wayne Doyle Over the past couple of years, many hospitality and tourism related businesses – restaurants, hotels, resorts – have been forced to rethink how they do business in […]
My YR – Arwynn Davey
Name: Arwynn Davey Occupation: Artist How long have you lived in YR? Since Nov. 2021 Why did you make YR home? We were part of the mass exodus from Toronto […]
Author’s Sushi & Samosas encourages children to try new things
By Shelly Khushal Richmond Hill’s Rishma Govani has penned a new children’s book, eloquently named, Sushi & Samosas. The proud mother of Mila & Khalil, who are the inspiration behind the two […]
Piano Stories with Penny is sure to tickle the funny bone
The Aurora Public Library is presenting Piano Stories with Penny on Thursday, January 27 from 7 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. Piano Stories with Penny, an online presentation from Canadian […]
My YR – Meral Altinbilek
Name: Meral Altinbilek Occupation: Retired, consultant How long have you lived in YR? Four and a half years Why did you make YR home? In 2006, we relocated to US […]
Deadline’s approaching to submit film for Vaughan film festival
The deadline to submit an entry to the Vaughan International Film Festival is January 31, 2022. Festival organizers are still seeking Scholarship and Student Film Submissions. Submission Options: Provide a […]
Stouffville artist embraces vibrant colour and textured materiality
Whitchurch-Stouffville artist Vicky Talwar draws upon her personal experience as a Hindu-Canadian to produce painting, mixed media and installation artwork. She addresses themes of cultural hybridity, displacement, movement and memory. […]
Bathe yourself in the healing powers of the forest
Looking for a safe, healthy, outdoor activity? How about forest bathing? On Saturday January 22, from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Aurora Community Arboretum (meet at Leisure Complex parking […]
Flip the Stage showcases marginalized stories
In 2021, The York Region Arts Council delivered multiple Microgrants to deserving artists in York Region so they could realize their artistic visions. This is one in a series of […]