Things to do in Markham this weekend: Lunar New Year markets, card show, orchestra
Lunar New Year markets, a free trading card show, an orchestra night at Flato Markham Theatre and a dance lesson at the library fill the Feb. 6 to 8 weekend.
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Markham's International Women's Day conference returns March 7 for a fifth year
The full-day gathering at Rouge River Community Centre includes speakers, a fashion show, vendors and lunch, with part of ticket sales going to help single mothers start businesses.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
LunarFest GTA returns to Unionville's Varley Art Gallery for Year of the Horse
The free Lunar New Year festival comes back to the Varley Art Gallery on Feb. 21 and 22 with new lanterns, workshops and a film screening.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Varley Art Gallery sets Feb. 7 opening for two museum-themed winter shows
A solo show by Sameer Farooq and a set of F. H. Varley's 1950s sketches from the Royal Ontario Museum open in Unionville on Feb. 7 and run until May 3.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Things to do in Markham this weekend: Tamil Heritage Month, paint nights, snowshoes
A free Tamil Heritage Month celebration at Aaniin, two Thursday paint nights and snowshoeing at Markham Museum lead this week's picks.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Tina Turner tribute starring Tiffany Deriveau comes to Markham on Jan. 30
Tina: Better Be Good To Me, a tribute to Tina Turner's career led by Canadian performer Tiffany Deriveau, plays Flato Markham Theatre on Friday.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Jazz pianist Andy Milne brings his trio Unison to Flato Markham Theatre
Juno-winning pianist Andy Milne returns to Markham on Jan. 29 for a full concert with his piano trio Unison, after a showcase at the theatre last year.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Chinese Professionals Association of Canada sets Feb. 28 gala in Markham
The Chinese Professionals Association of Canada will hold its annual gala in Markham on Feb. 28, with proceeds supporting its work against anti-Asian racism.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Markham digs out from 45 cm storm as deep cold and more snow follow
The Jan. 15 storm left about 45 centimetres of snow in Markham, double the forecast, and closed schools. A new snowfall warning followed during a long cold snap.
By Markham Voice Staff · 3 min read
Dickson Hill residents raise well fears as Markham committee backs 2,800-home plan
Councillors backed an official plan change for Treasure Hill, south of 19th Avenue and west of Highway 48, and called for a meeting with worried neighbours in Dickson Hill.
By Markham Voice Staff · 3 min read
Markham committee backs 39-storey rental tower at 28 Main Street Unionville
The plan would add 401 purpose-built rental units, ground-floor shops and a new public park. Earlier that day, 46 townhouses were approved and a Steeles Avenue plan was deferred.
By Markham Voice Staff · 3 min read
Australian comic Rhys Nicholson brings Huge Big Party Congratulations tour to Markham
The Australian stand-up, seen on Netflix and the Just for Laughs galas, plays Flato Markham Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 24.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read