Once again, the community comes together to make the city’s premier cycling event a success In the early morning of June 1st, on a gorgeous spring day, hundreds of cyclists disembarked from Eagles Nest Golf Club in Vaughan for the much-anticipated Giro 2014. The annual fundraiser was once again a great success, bringing together cyclists …
Where to go, what to do and when to do it — the summer festivities you need to know about Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival, Orangeville June 5-8 The best things in life really are free, and the Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival is one of them. The event begins with an opening gala, followed …
THORNHILL TO HOST SPECIAL OLYMPICS TOURNAMENT The Olympic Games may be taking place thousands of kilometres away, but there’s a spirit of sportsmanship being celebrated right in our own backyard: On Tuesday, Feb. 11, at Holy Trinity School in Thornhill, Special Olympics Ontario is teaming up with Four Corners Youth Sport Competitions to host a …
Take to the city this season and discover some of the brightest hidden gems in Vaughan. Whether you’re looking for four wheels or two, a night out with friends or loved ones, new home furnishings or some fine-tuning for your high kick, the city is bursting with options. Consider this your invitation to get in …
The first step to recovery is realizing there’s a problem, the second step is letting the Vitanova Foundation help. Founded in 1987 by Franca Carella, Vitanova provides a 15,000-square-foot safe haven to clients of all ages living in recovery from substance abuse. The Woodbridge-based facility’s staff works tirelessly to ensure successful rehabilitation through a variety …
There’s no need to hibernate this season — winter activities are just around the corner Christmas by Lamplight Location: Black Creek Pioneer Village Date: December 7, 14 & 21, 2013 Time: 6 – 9:30 p.m. www.blackcreek.ca Toronto Christmas Market Location: 55 Mill Street, Toronto Date: November 29 – December 15, 2013 Time: Weekday: 12 – …
A SPOOKTACULAR NIGHT Supportive guests gathered at The Venetian Banquet & Hospitality Centre in Woodbridge for a “Spooktacular Night” in support of children’s mental health. The event, which raised over $20,000 for The George Hull Centre for Children and Families, welcomed guests dressed in their spookiest and most dazzling costumes. Seven-year-old guest speaker Ayla stole …
Personalize Always send an invitation that has been personalized — either write a guest’s name on the envelope or send an email with a message that you typed yourself. Always Plan Ahead The key to a great holiday party is to plan ahead. Do as much as you possibly can before guests arrive so you …
With 2014 just around the corner, there’s no better time to start planning your festivities. Whether you’re in the mood for a night of dancing, a six-course meal or a comedy show, this list of happenings around the city is sure to satisfy everyone. Great Gatsby New Year’s Eve Gala Location: Toula Restaurant & Bar, …
CONCERTS IN THE PARK Vaughan celebrated its 19th annual Concerts in the Park with a series of complimentary professional concerts this past summer. There were performances in each of the five wards, with local councillors kicking things off by addressing the audience. Thousands of Vaughan residents attended, enjoying entertainment tributes to Adele, Beyoncé, Rihanna, The …