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2013 Caribbean and South Asian Showcase

Print Newmarket – the Organizing Committee of the Ranji Singh Foundation delightfully announces the 2013 Caribbean & South Asian Showcase to celebrate an inviting intercultural exchange of music, dance, food and fashion that reflects the rich cultures of the Caribbean and of South Asi ... [More]
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Georgina Island

simcoe Georgina Island is the largest island on Lake Simcoe. The island is inhabited by Ojibwa (or Chippewas) people. The island is accessed by a ferry in summer and an airboat in winter. The island also had a marina for individual boaters. In the coldest day of winter Lake Simcoe is cold en ... [More]
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The Mill Pond Park

Ontario-Richmond-Hill-Mill-Pond-12664 Mill Pond was named in recognition of the sawmill operation that used this pond for power. The sawmill is an important component of Richmond Hill's culture heritage because it was part of what made the heart of Richmond Hill an attractive place to settle in the late 1800s. Mill Pon ... [More]
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Richmond Hill Splash Pads

6049837631_7dde49b8c0 Looking for a great way to cool off from the summer heat? The Town has just the answer with splash pads located at 11 parks throughout the community. Splash Pad Locations Bridgeview Park (Observatory Lane and Marshall Street) Crosby Park (Crosby Avenue and Newkirk Road) Dr. Ja ... [More]
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King Garden Tour

July-8-Nov-KC-Garden-Tour-2 The Nobleton King City Horticultural Society and Schomberg Horticultural Society each conducts a Garden Tour, which between them showcase the exceptional gardens of King. The Nobleton King City Garden Tour includes "tea time" at the Township of King Museum. With the help and involveme ... [More]
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Nokiida Trail

nokiidaa1 "Nokiidaa" is an Ojibwa term meaning "walking Together". The Nokiidaa Trail is a 20-km (12.4-mile) multi-use trail that follows the East Holland River from Aurora to Holland Landing. The trail runs through three municipalities – Aurora, Newmarket and East Gwillimbury – and cont ... [More]
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Fairy Lake Newmarket

Fairy Lake Fairy Lake is a man-made lake maintained by a dam on the East Holland River in Newmarket, Ontario. Originally a millpond, it is now used for recreation. There has been a dam at the lake since 1801. The park is open year round; however, access to some areas of the walking trail are ... [More]
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Forsythe Family Farms

birthday_tractor Relax; enjoy time on our farm reconnecting to your rural roots. Create memories; create traditions in a fun, friendly environment. Enjoy the basics of farm life – fresh, delicious, locally grown food and time spent together with family and friends. We have something for everyone wit ... [More]
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