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Breakfast Seminar

Wednesday, March 10, 2010
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Canada Room, Markham Civic Centre
101 Town Centre Blvd. map

Presentations include the following:

“Getting Ready for Harmonized Sales Tax - It's implications for the art industries” by Harry Chana, BDO Chartered Accountants
“How to Attract Clients through Social Media” by Sofie Andreou
“Marketing Your Creativity” by Susan Sommers
Panel discussion – “Journey to Success” with
Bonnie Craig, Ovation! Performing Arts Academy
Melanie Kidd, Glowing Panes Glassworks
Diane Kobelansky, Tangerine Gecko Art Gallery

Space is limited so register now!!

$15 (breakfast included)
(No cost to Markham Arts Council Members)
Pre-registration required.
Register online at www.msbec.markham.ca
no later than March 7, 2010

Presented by Markham Small Business Enterprise Centre in conjunction with Markham Arts Council and The Town of Markham Culture Department.

"Sugar Shack" Pancake Brunch

Enjoy all the scrumptious treats of a Maple Syrup Sugaring Off.

Discover sweet ideas to enjoy until spring actually comes . . . for fresh and silk flower arranging, indoor gardening and forcing boughs.

We'll share pots and pots of thoughts to display potted bulbs: daffodils, crocuses, irises, tulips and hyacinths too!

Catered by Anne Kaukonen of Appetizers & More.

Fee: $20 plus tax

Thursday, March 11, 2010
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Kate's Garden Studio
20 Fred Varley Drive map

www.katesgarden.ca

Integrated Leisure Master Plan
Public Information Meeting

The Town of Markham is finalizing its Integrated Leisure Master Plan and we want to hear from you!

Thursday, March 11, 2010
7:30 - 9 p.m.

Council Chamber
Markham Civic Centre
101 Town Centre Blvd. map

Click here for a 4-page summary of the draft Master Plan report and project.

Join us to learn about, and provide feedback on, our 10-year strategy for parks, recreation, culture and library services and facilities in Markham. Your input is critical to ensuring that we are on the right track and that we will continue to offer facilities, programs, and services that meet your needs.

The draft Plan presented at this meeting is based heavily on consultation with Markham residents and stakeholders, as well as an understanding of the current and future needs of our community.

Read the Draft Integrated Leisure Master Plan.

For additional information about this meeting, please contact Sara Tam at 905-415-7533 or stam@markham.ca.

Treatment for High Cholesterol Seminar

Thursday, March 11, 2010

6:45 - 8:45 p.m.

Milliken Mills Community Library
7600 Kennedy Rd. map

With everyday foods such as bacon and eggs, burger and fries, it is inevitable that concerns of high cholesterol are on the rise.

This adult workshop introduces proper treatment and traditional Chinese Medicine to improve or prevent the condition.

Fee: $10 Barcode 164969

Get Fit for Legacy Clinic

A series of training seminars being held at various community centres around Markham and Stouffville in support of the Legacy 5km Run/Walk for Markham Stouffville Hospital Maternal/Child unit. The clinics are in conjunction with Running Free Markham and the MSH Foundation.

Milliken Mills Community Centre - Thursday, March 11, 7:00 p.m.
Thornhill Community Centre - Saturday, March 13, 10:00 a.m.
Rouge River Community Centre - Tuesday, March 16, 7:00 p.m.

Each session will involve some brief tips on preparing to walk or run the Legacy event and a short Run/Walk.

www.legacy5k.ca

Wizards of Waverly Place Autograph Signing

Saturday, March 13, 2010

1:00 p.m.

Markville Shopping Centre
Centre Court
5000 Highway 7 East map

Meet, greet and get an autograph from Daniel Samonas from Wizards of Waverly Place, the Emmy Award-winning show on the Disney Channel.
Apart from his recurring role as Dean, on this hugely popular show, he's also appeared in iCarly, Hannah Montana, CSI New York and is the voice of Teo in Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Shiamak's Spring Funk 2010

Sunday, March 14, 2010

Showtime: 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Markham Theatre for Performing Arts
171 Town Centre Blvd. map

This year Shiamak Davar International (Canada) Inc. brings to you more dance and more funk as we introduce "Shiamak's Spring Funk 2010".

A showcase that will have all participating students perform like "Stars" on stage in March 2010.

Tickets: Orchestra seats - $23.68
Box & Balcony Seats - $21.68

www.shiamak.com

Markham Waxers' season ends in Game 7 overtime loss

(March 7, 2010) The Markham Waxers’ playoff run ended this evening in heartbreaking fashion, a 3-2 sudden death overtime loss to the Wellington Dukes at Wellington in Game 7 of this Central Canadian Hockey League East Division semi-final series. The Waxers had held a three-games-to-none lead but couldn’t put the stubborn Dukes away. Wellington won the next four games, completing their unlikely come from behind series win tonight in front of their home fans.

Congratulations to the Dukes on their series victory.

And congratulations to the Markham Waxers, and to coach Joe Cornacchia and his staff, on a great season.

Click here for the full story.

Computer Basics Class for Adults

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Milliken Mills Community Library
7600 Kennedy Rd. map

Eeek! A mouse! Learn how to use the mouse, and use basic Windows and toolbar functions.

Library staff will guide you through the basics of computing.

Comfortably paced for the novice computer user!

Secrets in the Garden

Thursday, March 11, 2010

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Markham Civic Centre
Council Chamber
101 Town Centre Blvd. map

Get inspired for the upcoming gardening season with Martin Galloway, professor, York University, host of HGTV's Secret World of Gardens and owner of Chalk Lake Nurseries.

Martin will demonstrate how even the smallest and simplest of gardens can transport us to a magical world filled with beauty, mystery and intrigue.

Come learn about the insects, animals and plants that live among us, and how simple changes in plant choices and maintenance practices can help create a healthier environment.

The growing problem of invasive species in our gardens and natural areas will also be addressed.

Funded by Markham Environmental Sustainability Fund.

Gifted! A Celebration of Rising Stars!

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Showtime: 7 p.m.

Markham Theatre for Performing Arts
171 Town Centre Blvd map

Enjoy the classical concert of the 25th Anniversary Season by some of the most gifted artists emerging from the Classical Music Canadian Scene. An Exclusive Event, Only at Markham Theatre.

Li Wang, Piano.
Works by Albeniz to Chopin.

Catherine Manoukian, Violin.
Works by Franck, P.I. Tchaikovsky, Vieuxtemps, Rachmaninoff and Zigeunerweisen.

Virginia Hatfield, Soprano and Adam Luther, Tenor.
Works by Puccini, Gounod, Rogers/Hammerstein, Lehar and Bernstein.

Artists introduced by Maestro Kerry Stratton.

Artist music subject to change without notice.

Regular Tickets: $25

To order tickets, click here or please call the Box Office at 905-305-SHOW (7469) or 1-866-768-8801.

Wonderful World of Circus March Break Show

Friday, March 13 &
Saturday, March 14, 2010

All shows start at 1 p.m.

2600 John Street, Unit 115 map

Throughout the year the Wonderful World of Circus organizes shows with the participation of affiliated performers and their students.

So come along and enjoy a day at the circus!

Tickets at the door: $15.

For more information call 905-479-2411 or visit www.wonderfulworldofcircus.com.

2nd Annual GetRecD Dodgeball Tournament

Saturday March 13th, 2010

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Angus Glen Community Centre
3990 Major Mackenzie Drive East map

Teams of 6-10 players will compete in a recreational charity dodgeball tournament while raising funds for leukemia patients and research. Minimum of 2 females required on the court for each game. Each team will be guaranteed 3 games. Playoffs and a banquet will follow the round robin play.

$60 per player - includes at least 3 games, snacks, prizes, food and drinks at banquet and a donation to charity...PLUS ONE HECK OF A GREAT TIME.

BANQUET:
The banquet will take place at the "Puck N' Wings" located in Unionville at 4450 Highway 7 (intersection of Highway 7 & Unionville Main Street). Formerly known as Brodie's. The banquet will begin once the championship game is completed . . . approximately 6 p.m. If someone wishes to attend the banquet only, price will be $30 per person (food, drinks and donation). Raffles will take place at the banquet as well. www.pucknwings.com

Click here for more information.

Brenda Joy Lem: Homage to the Heart Art Exhibition

March 14, 2010 - April 25, 2010

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville map

Curated by Linda Jansma

The art of Brenda Joy Lem embraces narrative and storytelling to convey a host of issues from racism and memory to ancient ritual and spirituality. This new body of multi-media work will include silkscreen prints, digital projections, and sound installations.

With themes of family, memory and oral history, she digs deeper, emotionally, into family life and the intricate threads that connect the generations. Homage to the Heart "emphasizes the theme of the heart, openness and the capacity to love."

Accompanied by a colour catalogue.

For more information visit www.varleygallery.ca or call 905-477-9511.

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