York Region & Durham Region Events

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NOTE: Markham events are listed at Markham events.

ONGOING EVENTS

Snoopy Rocks on Ice The world's favourite beagle plays host from atop his dog house, while Lucy, Linus and Charlie Brown rock the ice in Wonderland Theatre. Cool off this summer with great tunes, colourful costumes, sizzling skating and all the fun of the Peanuts Gang!

• June 26 to September 6, 2010 (no show on Wednesday's)
• Wonderland Theatre, Canada's Wonderland
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JULY 2010

Stouffville Strawberry FestivalStouffville's annual stawberry festival - All day and into the evening Canada Day Celebrations, Carnival, Activities, Parade, Cake, Fireworks & Entertainment. Saturday pancake breakfast, kids activitiesm, face painting, contests, berry farm turs and more!

• July 1- July 3, 2010
• Main Street, Stouffville
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Music by the Bay FestivalThe Music By The Bay Festival is the ultimate experience, spotlighting new and emerging artists under the age of 21. This annual one-day music blowout features two stages offering live music from noon till dusk.

• Thursday, July 1
• Noon to Dusk
• Millennuim Square, bottom of Liverpool Road, Pickering
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Family Movie Night in the ParkAs part of the Great Waterfront Trail Adventure celebrations, the community is invited to join the riders for a lesson in dragon training and adventures with the Vikings! Can you guess what movie we’re playing? Bring a blanket and your lawn chair for this free movie in the park. For more information call 905.420.4620

• Sunday, July 4
• Starts at dusk (approx. 9:00 pm)
• Pickering Recreation Complex, at the back by the arena
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Power RangersDiscover symbols and images hidden within the Kijimba Kind trail sculptures, then carve your own wearable keepsake using power grinders with Dorsey James of the Pine Ridge Arts Council. Power tools for ages 8 and up only. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, July 6
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park starting at the Sandy Beach Rd Entrance, Pickering
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Horse Show and Community PicnicPack your picnic basket and join us for a great family day out". Meet the riders and horses and experience an exciting jumping show. There will also be youth and adult Karate demonstrations. Pony rides for the kids and face painting for the young and young-at-heart. Watch a working Blacksmith shoe a horse. Art and photography exhibits and raffles. Admission includes park entry, parking and Horse/Karate shows.

• Saturday, July 10, 2010
• 10:30 am to 6:00 pm
• Adults $15, Seniors $12,Youth (12-16) $10, Under 12 Free; Family (2 Adults/2 Youths) $45, Additional Senior $10, Additional Youth $8
• Bruce's Mill Conservation Area 3291 Stouffville Rd. Stouffville

Thornhill Community FairResidents, business owners and local politicians gather to meet and greet with music, food and entertainment. Entertainment after 2 p.m.

• Sunday, July 4, 2010
• 12pm to 6pm
• 135 Green Lane, Thornhill

McMichael Canadian Art Collection Family Sunday: KidSummer footsteps adventureFollowing the footsteps of the Group of Seven, families can climb a wall with Black Rock Climbers, get creative with some hands-on art activities or become an art detective with the McMichael scavenger hunt.

• July 11, 2010
• 3-14
• McMichael Gallery, 10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg
• KidSummer deal Get $5.00 off admission to the McMichael for adults!
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Castles in the SandLearn sculpting techniques and create a sandcastle under the guidance of artist Susan Lindo of the Durham West Arts Centre. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, July 13
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Beachfront Park, just west of Pickering Nuclear
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Castles in the SandLearn sculpting techniques and create a sandcastle under the guidance of artist Susan Lindo of the Durham West Arts Centre. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, July 13
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Beachfront Park, just west of Pickering Nuclear
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The Hot Wheels® Colour Shifters™ Road TripThe Hot Wheels® Colour Shifters™ Road Trip takes a detour into Thornhill to unveil its life-size colour-shifting Mustang. The cool, state-of-the-art Ford Mustang and the Hot Wheels® Colour Shifters? Trailer has been zooming across the country visiting festivals, camps and family events in various towns and cities. The Road Trip runs all summer long from July to September, giving Canadians of all ages a chance to experience help changing the colour of the car themselves. Kids who attend the event can help change the colour of the car, play with Hot Wheels® toys and will also receive a special Hot Wheels® collector booklet, T-shirt and more.

• July 17, 2010
• Toys "R" Us, Thornhill
• 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
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Hiking and Camping 101Want to try a camping trip, or a longer day hike, but don't know where to start? This special guided outing in Rouge Park will give you an intro and set the stage for a great trip. The day combines walking with teaching stations. Highlights include planning a trip, the backcountry kitchen, responsible fishing and pitching a tent. Please bring lunch, drinks and snacks to have on the trail.

• Saturday, July 17
• 10 am – 2 pm
• Suggested contribution: $10/person 16+, $25/family
• Meet by the Rouge Valley Conservation Centre, 1749 Meadowvale Road, opposite the Toronto Zoo, Pickering
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Pow-wows Past and PresentThe beating of a drum, the power of a dance, connections to the earth. What does it all mean? Experience first hand authentic Aboriginal culture with Kim Wheatley of the Shawanaga First Nation. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, July 20
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance, Pickering
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Kidsummer Day at Laser Quest Richmond HillGet Ready for Laser Quest! In this high-tech combo of tag and hide-and-seek, laser beams are used to “tag” opponents and rack up points. Free on Kidsummer Day! Pre-Registration Required.

• July 22, 2010
• Choice of the following Laser challenges! 10:20am, 10:40am, 11:00am, 11:20am, 11:40am, 12:00pm, 12:20pm, 12:40pm
• LaserQuest, 9625 Yonge St, Richmond Hill
• FREE!
• website

Grab Bag Days - Once Upon a Child AjaxFill a bag with red-slashed summer clearance items and receive 75% off.
First 200 customers will get a FREE black reusable bag. BONUS: 10% off all Fall and Winter clothing too (start your Back-to-School shopping early!)

• Friday July 23 to Sunday 25, 2010
• Fri. 9:30am-8pm / Sat. 9:30am-6pm / Sun. 12noon - 4pm
• Once Upon a Child Ajax, 75 Bayly St West, Ajax
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Around the World Multicultural EventExperience New Brunswick at the Elman W. Campbell Museum. Join us at the Museum as we take part in Around the World Multicultural Event. We will be featuring Canada: New Brunswick. Display, music and authentic recipes will be featured. For more information please call 905-953-5314.

• Saturday July 24, 2010
• 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St., S., Newmarket.
• Free admission!
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Up in the AirLook up. Is it a bird? Perhaps a Peregrine Falcon or no, a handcrafted kite. Join Toronto Kite Flyers and the Canadian Peregrine Foundation to unlock the mysteries of flight. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, July 27
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance, Pickering
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Celebrate Aurora and Celebrate CanadaEnjoy family-oriented activities, live entertainment, a parade, fireworks, and much, much more.

• Wednesday, June 30 - Thursday, July 1, 2010
• 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Aurora Family Leisure Complex/Lambert Wilson Park, Aurora (map)
• website

AUGUST 2010

Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: CSI OPGAre you a Super Sleuth? Do you like to solve puzzles and gather clues? Then join forensic science professionals from UOIT Crime Scene Science Camp and learn how to use science to solve mysteries! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, August 3
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance, Pickering
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Aurora Concerts in the ParkNo need to travel for great music! All you need to bring with you are your family, friends, chairs or a blanket and enjoy!

• Wednesday August 4th, 11th and 18th.
• Aurora Town Park, Aurora (map)
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Kids in the VillageStop by the Museum for pioneer games and crafts every Thursday morning, during July & August. Bring a picnic and request an afternoon Tour. Contact 905.683.8401 or visit cityofpickering.com/museum for more information.

• Thursday August 5, 12, 19 & 26
• 10:00 am
• Pickering Museum Village
• Admission is $5.50 per person.
• website

Fairview Lodge's 21st Annual Summer FestivalFairview Lodge is inviting the public to attend its 21st Annual Summer Festival! Festival activities include: a petting zoo, pony rides, auction items, Whitby Firefighters Barbeque, Children's tents sponsored by Enbridge Gas Distribution, Van Hemmen Tire Antique Car Show and Dairy Queen Ice Cream Treats. Various items will be available for sale during the Festival. Live entertainment will be provided throughout the day! Fun for the WHOLE family!

• Saturday, August, 7, 2010
• 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Fairview Lodge, 632 Dundas Street, Whitby
• More info: 905-668-5851 ext 253

History in Action SaturdaysVisit the Pickering Museum on Saturdays in August to see live pioneers demonstrating heritage crafts such as butter churning, wool dyeing, ice cream making, and open hearth cooking! Free with admission. Also New for 2010. Add tea service to your Saturday tour. Tea, lemonade, scones and sweets served by our live pioneers, book at time of admission.

• Saturday, August, 7, 14, 21 & 28
• 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
• Pickering Museum Village
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Pioneer PowerLearn how Pickering’s early settlers harnessed nature to power their lives 100 years ago with experts from Pickering Museum Village. Make a heritage toy to take home and play a pioneer game. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, August 17
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park Starting at the Sandy Beach Rd Entrance, Pickering
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Skateboard CompetitionFree Teen event for Pickering residents ages 13 – 19. Participants will compete in 2 separate age categories for a chance to win some great prizes from Switch Skate & Snow.

• Thursday, August 19
• 4:00 – 7:00 pm
• Diana, Princess of Wales Park – behind the Pickering Recreation Complex
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Wildlife WondersJoin the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority on an adventure hike through woods, meadows and marshes. Search for the mammals, amphibians, reptiles and birds that call the park home. Have fun during our wildlife activities and games that will teach you about the wildlife in your own backyard. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, August 24
• 10:00 am OR 1:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance
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Aurora Movies in the ParkTake in a movie outdoors at the Park! Exact movie to be viewed will be announced by June 1, 2010.

• Tuesday August 24 - Thursday August 26, 2010
• Hickson Park, Town Park & Confederation Park, Aurora
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Tuesdays on the Trail with Ontario Power Generation: Movie Under the StarsBYO lawn chairs and find a cozy spot on the grass for this last blast of summer fun at Alex Robertson Park. In partnership with St. Paul’s on the Hill Community Food Bank. Bring a non-perishable food item to help fill a truck. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Tuesday, August 31
• 8:00 pm
• Alex Robertson Park Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance
• website

SEPTEMBER 2010

Aurora RibfestEnjoy ribs from professional BBQ teams from across North America! Bring your friends and make it an afternoon or evening with a full beer garden and live entertainment.

• Friday, September 10 - Sunday, September 12, 2010
• Machell Park, Aurora (map)
• website

Pickering Welcome Wagon Baby ShowExpecting a Baby? Plan to attend this FREE event on Sunday September 19, 2010 at The Pickering Recreation Complex. Gift Bags - Door Prizes! Helpful information in planning for your baby on the way. Register to attend at www.havingababy.ca or call 1-866-873-9945 for your FREE invitation.

• Sunday September 19, 2010
• 1:00 pm to 4:00pm
• Pickering Recreation Complex
• Free!
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Doors Open Newmarket 2010Newmarket will again participate in Doors Open Ontario, a programme of the Ontario Heritage Trust that celebrates the historic, cultural and architectural heritage of the province. Sixteen Newmarket sites of local significance will open for tours and displays. For a complete list of sites or for a brochure visit www.newmarket.ca or www.doorsopenontario.com. For more information, please call the Elman W. Campbell Museum at 905-953-5314.

• Saturday September 18, 2010
• 10:00am to 4:00pm
• Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St., S., Newmarket
• Free Admission!
• website

OCTOBER 2010

Fall Family Festival - Pickering MuseumPickering Museum Village Foundation’s annual fundraising event with music, children’s activities, amazing raffle, 4th annual Rubber Duckie RACE and more fun for the whole family. Admission is FREE!

• October 3, 2010
• 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
• Pickering Museum Village
• FREE!
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Colours of Fall Concert & Community Corn RoastEnjoy an evening of fiddling, pumpkin carving, live entertainment with the old fashioned twist of a community corn roast!

• Thursday October 7, 2010
• 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• Aurora Town Park, Aurora (map)
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A Haunted ForestCalling all ghosts, goblins and monsters! Join us for some scary surprises throughout the many haunted trails of Sheppard's Bush, followed by a Halloween party with a bonfire, ghost stories and some witches brew!

• Saturday October 23, 2010
• 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Sheppard’s Bush (Mary Street Entrance), Aurora (map)
• website

Spooktacular Halloween PartySpooktacular Halloween Party at the Elman W. Campbell Museum!Join us for a howling good time with games, craft, costume parade and a spooky story. For more information, please call the Elman W. Campbell Museum at 905-953-5314. Suitable for ages 4-12. Pre-registration required.

• Saturday October 30, 2010
• 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
• Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St., S., Newmarket
• $5 per child
• website

NOVEMBER 2010

Santa Under the Stars ParadeDress up in your winter woolies and join us for this year's evening parade as Santa Claus comes to town.

• Saturday November 27, 2010
• 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
• Yonge Street between Orchard Heights Boulevard and Murray Drive external link, Aurora (map)
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6th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony - AuroraEveryone is welcome to join the family fun and festivities, greet Santa, sing carols and decorate the town tree.

• Wednesday, December 1, 2010
• 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
• Aurora Town Hall, Aurora (map)
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Family First Night - AuroraRing in the New Year early with your family and friends. Enjoy wagon rides, a bonfire, swimming, skating, games, children's activities, and so much more.

• Friday, December 31, 2010
• 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Aurora Family Leisure Complex, Aurora (map)
• website

DECEMBER 2010

Breakfast With Santa at the Elman W. Campbell MuseumEnjoy Breakfast With Santa in a historical setting! The Friends of the Elman W. Campbell Museum will host a continental breakfast. Tickets are $10 per person and must be purchased in advance. Breakfast will be available at 8:30am and 9:30am. Admission to this event includes Continental Breakfast, Photo Opportunity with Santa and Museum admission. This is a popular event, please make your arrangements early to avoid disappointment.

• Saturday December 4, 2010
• 8:30am and 9:30am
• Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St., S., Newmarket
• $10 per ticket
• website