Ways to appreciate the world in York Region this week (March 10 to March 16)

Workshops, talks, animal meet and greets and more to peak your interest in the world around you

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March 11, 2019

Amazing Nature Series at Woodbridge Library

• The Amazing Nature Series brings together lovers of nature and advocates of environmental sustainability. Join us as we hear from gardeners, scientists and environmentalists on March 11, April 8 and May 13 at 7 p.m.
• Location and Venue: 150 Woodbridge Ave., Vaughan, ON, L4L 2S7 (Woodbridge Library) Event date and time: Monday, March 11, 2019 7:00PM - 8:30PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free
• More details: https://www.yorkregion.com/events/9209381--amazing-nature-series-at-woodbridge/

Seed Starting for Beginners to Experts

• Seasoned gardeners Sharon Bognar and Rose Renaud will share many methods for propagation, from windowsill to light stand or greenhouse.
• Location and Venue: Event date and time: Monday, March 11, 2019 7:30PM - 9:00PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

Creature Quest

• 'The Crown's Game' is and immensely enjoyable...
• Creature Quest’s professional handlers will bring animals for you to ask questions, look at, touch and take pictures with.
• Location and Venue: 8 Sheardown Dr., King, ON, (Nobleton Public Library) Event date and time: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 2:15PM - 3:15PM Audience: Children Price: $5

Why Are Dinosaurs Extinct?

• In this interactive show presented by Chamelea Science Centre, children will explore the reasons why dinosaurs don’t walk among us now.
• Location and Venue: 90 Wexford Dr., Georgina, ON, L4P 3P7 (Georgina Public Library -- Keswick Branch) Event date and time: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 7:00PM - 8:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

Dance Around the World

• Residents are invited to gather for an evening of international folk dancing.
• Location and Venue: 13620 Weston Rd., King, ON, (13620 Weston Rd.) Event date and time: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 7:00PM - 8:30PM Audience: Adults Price: Free

Travel Photography: Exploration of Morocco and Tanzania

• The Photo Arts Club of Newmarket invites you to an Exploration of Morocco and Tanzania by nature and travel photographer Pat Zuest.
• Location and Venue: 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket, ON, L3Y 3Y9 (Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall) Event date and time: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 7:30PM - 9:30PM Audience: Adults Price: members free, non-members $10

Reptilia at Aurora Public Library

• Lizards, snakes and tortoises, oh my! What will you meet at this show? All sorts of amazing reptiles. Learn about them, pose with them, and maybe even pet them.
• Location and Venue: 15145 Yonge St., Aurora, ON, L4G 1M1 (Aurora Public Library) Event date and time: Wednesday, March 13, 2019 10:00AM - 11:00AM Audience: All Ages Price: Free

What's New in Astronomy

• Join Ian Wheelband of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for this engaging presentation for youth, followed by a telescope viewing of the night sky (weather permitting).
• Location and Venue: 15145 Yonge St., Aurora, ON, L4G 1M1 (Aurora Public Library) Event date and time: Wednesday, March 13, 2019 6:30PM - 8:30PM Audience: Youth Price: Free

Trees and Shrubs of the Moraine

• Perfect for Beginners or intermediate naturalists looking for a chance to learn how to identify species and learn a few interesting facts. Join us for an evening of exploration
• Location and Venue: 16389 Hwy. 48, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON, (Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre) Event date and time: Wednesday, March 13, 2019 7:00PM - 9:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Free Register By: Monday, March 11, 2019

Winter Birds: March Break Family Fun!

• Try birdwatching this March Break. Learn about common winter birds and where to look for them.
• Location and Venue: 950 Bethesda Sdrd., Richmond Hill, ON, (Lake St. George Field Centre) Event date and time: Saturday, March 16, 2019 10:00AM - 12:00PM Audience: All Ages Price: Adults $12, children $6