Congratulations to the winners of our 12 Days of Giving
Thank you to everyone who entered our annual 12 Days of Giving contest – we had more than 1,200 entries and we gave away 12 $100 gift certificates to a dozen of York Region’s finest establishments, including Farro, Lago at Eagles Nest, Frank’s Organic Garden, The Old Flame Brewery and many more. The gift certificates […]
Chorus York is seeking new voices for an exciting virtual project
If you like to sing and have always had the desire to join an ensemble, now may be your chance. Chorus York is a growing community auditioned soprano, alto, tenor and bass (SATB) choir that was formed in 2016 and has more than 30 members. Driven by a passion for singing, Chorus York set out […]
What’s open – a list of things you can do around York Region
Richmond Hill Richmond Hill Public Library branches will remain open at 50 per cent capacity. All library locations will switch to reduced hours as of January 5 and all programs will switch to a virtual format for the remainder of January. Visit rhpl.ca/reopening for more information. Parks, playgrounds, off-leash dog areas and trails, including our […]
York Region Arts Council supported by York Region Council
NEWMARKET, ON – December 22, 2021 – Recognizing the important role arts and culture play in our community in general, and the specific contributions made to the York Region arts community, York Region Council has approved a special one–time grant of $250,000 to the York Region Arts Council through the special Regional Relief and Recovery […]
Part two – Last-minute gift ideas for the readers on your list
Part Two By Lalaa Comrie We all aim to give that gift that gets all the ‘ohhs’ and ‘ahhs’ imaginable. And what’s better than giving the gift of a great read. After all, books are a gift you can open again and again. While the options are endless let’s face it, the clock is ticking […]
Last-minute gift ideas for the readers on your list – part one
Last minute shoppers love books – so, here’s a list of titles that deserve attention. This is part one of two – today we look at Young Adult and Children’s books. Tomorrow, reads for adults. By Lalaa Comrie Young Adults Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron – https://amzn.to/33Onfb0 It’s 200 years after Cinderella found her […]
Day 2 of Giving – win a gift certificate to Smash/NextDoor
Welcome to the second day of our 12 Days of Giving. Today, we’re giving away a $100 gift card to Smash Kitchen/NextDoor Restaurants in Markham. Contest Rules: Become a new subscriber to experienceyorkregion.com’s e-newsletter – you can find the link by scrolling down. Or, if you’re a current subscriber to our e-newsletter, all you have […]
On the first day of giving – rekindle an Old Flame
Welcome to the first day of our 12 Days of Giving. Today, we’re giving away a $100 gift card to Old Flame Brewing Company in Newmarket. @oldflamebrewery Located at the top of the hill in Downtown Historic Newmarket is the OId Flame Ale House. Built in 1952, the brewery was the local fire hall, serving […]
Enter to win a taste of York Region in our 12 Days of Giving
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year – experienceyorkregion.com’s 12 Days of Giving is BACK! We’re so excited to bring back a holiday favourite. Beginning December 13, experienceyorkregion.com is giving back to the community of York Region, as we give away twelve, $100 gift certificates – one per day until December 25th – to […]
My YR – Mark LaVigne
Name: Mark LaVigne Occupation: Public Relations Professor/Practitioner, Author, singer/songwriter Connection to YR: Moved here in 1971 from Montreal. Grew up in Thornhill. Have lived in Aurora and area for 33 years. We raised our four children here and thankfully, they still live quite close by in YR. What makes YR a great place to visit? […]