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A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Markham Theatre for Performing Arts Dec. 24 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

A one of a kind contemporary dramatic presentation of the Christmas Story you won’t want to miss. This unique blend of traditional and contemporary music from around the world melded with a dramatic revealing of the Christmas message is a spiritual experience for the entire community. Join the all new Markham Singers and Brass with guest stars: Juno Award Winner, Billy Newton-Davis, R &B Recording Artist, Alana Bridgewater, The Lion King Stage Star, Susan Dunstan, Juno Award Nominee, Danny Brooks and Cantor David Rosen of Beth Radom Congregation performing music by Michael Jackson, Felix Mendelssohn, Lionel Richie, George Frideric Handel, Amy Grant and others.

Sponsored by and a gift of Pathways United Church

Adults: $24 Under 18 years $16 Call the Box Office to purchase: (905) 305-7469

For detailed information visit: www.pathwayschurch.ca

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Break from the Norm - Dance Celebration Showcase
Saturday, December 16th, 2006
8pm
Theatre Aurora, 150 Henderson Dr., Aurora

An evening of dance featuring African, Samba-Reggae, Breakers, Hip Hop,
Step Dance, Cabaret and more..
In support of the Playwrights of Spring new play festival.
Please call 905 727 3669 for tickets or more info
www.shadowpaththeatre.ca www.theatreaurora.com

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The Thornhill Circle: JEH Macdonald and Associates
Opens Nov 26 until Jan 14th
Varley Art Gallery; 216 Main St Unionville

5 of the Group of Seven lived in Thornhill, a hub of Canadian art history. Featuring over 50 artworks from 1913 to 1935. The gallery is open daily expet Mondays, Christams, Boxing and New Year’s Days. The gallery is open daily expet Mondays, Christams, Boxing and New Year’s Days. For more information: www.varleygallery.ca

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York Region Juried Show
Opens Nov 26 2-4 pm and runs until Jan 14th
Varley Art Gallery; 216 Main St Unionville

Featuring 35 artists from across York Region. The gallery is open daily expet Mondays, Christams, Boxing and New Year’s Days. For more information: www.varleygallery.ca

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Wellness Workshop: The Big Idea: Why is Chiropractic Care so Different
Sunday, December 3, 2006
2:00 - 3:30pm
Thornhill Community Centre Library; 7755 Bayview Ave.

Dr. Amir R. Rezaei from Laureleaf Family Wellness Centre presents a series of dynamic and informationpacked workshops intended to help you achieve optimal health. Learn more about this safe and effective approach to health care and what chiropractic medicine can do to help you reach your health potential.Register in advance at Thornhill Community Centre Library. $10 per workshop or $30 for the series of six workshops.

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Holiday Spice Tea
Sunday, December 3, 2006
19 Church St. North, Richmond Hill

Enjoy a touch Holiday spice with everything nice at the Heritage Centre. Relax in the gardenview room and enjoy a spicy feast of spice cake and our special mulled cider. Join us after tea and create a holiday ornament to add that touch of spice to you home. $6.50 per person includes beverage, dessert and craft.Contact Richmond Hill Heritage Centre. Phone (905) 787-1441. E-mail mmackenzie@richmondhill.ca

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Victorian Christmas Tea
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
19 Church St. North, Richmond Hill

Experience the trends of a Victorian Christmas. View special artifacts from our collection that depict this eclectic time and enjoy traditional Victorian fare. Rates & Admission Cost: $5.50 per person. Contact Richmond Hill Heritage Centre. Phone (905) 787-1441. E-mail mmackenzie@richmondhill.ca.

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Networking Breakfast
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
7:30AM
Sheraton Hotel; 600 Highway 7 East Richmond Hill

Get connected with businesses in and around Richmond Hill. Remember to bring your business cards and brochures, as networking builds your contact base. For more information, Contact Lucy Chen. PHONE: 905-884-1961 ext. 25. EMAIL: lchen@rhcoc.com

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The Elmer Iseler Singer Presents Handel's Messiah
Friday, December 15, 2006
8:00pm
Markham Theatre for the Performing Arts; Anthony Roman Centre, 171 Town Centre Blvd, Markham

Don't miss this rare marriage of passion and technical perfection as the award-winning Elmer Iseler Singers perform their majestic repertoire form George Frideric Handle's Messiah. Accompanied by a full baroque orchestra, soloists, and Lydia Adams as Conductor, this is choral music of the highest perfection! Rates & Admission Cost: Tickets: $69. Phone (905) 477-7000.

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Take a Walk in the Forest - Jingle Bells Walk
Saturday, December 16, 2006
York Region Greening Strategy; 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket

A 2km community walk in the company of other merry walker along a wide forest path. Learn about the holiday tradition of bells, Christmas trees and the benefits of natural Christmas trees. Help decorate coniferous tree for birds. Please bring a non-perishable item for the local food bank. Phone (905) 830-4444. E-mail forestry@region.york.on.ca or sandra.malcic@york.ca.

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Natalie McMaster
Saturday, December 16, 2006
8:00pm
Markham Theatre for the Performing Arts; Anthony Roman Centre, 171 Town Centre Blvd, Markham

Back by popular demand, Natalie MacMaster and her band will once again enchant Markham audiences with her pure fiddle playing music in a special Celtic Christmas music concert. Natalie's music has been described by Entertainment Weekly as "gorgeously played….pure as a North Atlantic sea spray." Don't miss your chance to hear this Cape Breton fiddling sensation. Rates & Admission Cost: Tickets: $62. Phone (905) 477-7000. E-mail wwoof-severn@markham.ca

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