What's happening in Vaughan, Thornhill, King Township and surrounding area (July 8 to 14)

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July 7, 2022

Naturally Mindful: Silent Retreats
Join Dr. Ameeta Dudani, a pioneer in mindfulness in nature programming, for a nourishing experience in nature. Silence allows you to channel your energy, instead of devoting it to communication and interaction with others. To register, click here.
Location and Venue: 9550 Pine Valley Dr., Vaughan (Kortright Centre for Conservation)
Event date and time: Friday, July 8, 2022 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Audience: Adults
Price: $115

York United FC vs. Forge FC
Canadian Premier League soccer action. The CPL is Canada's top league, featuring fully professional players. Come support the continued growth of Canadian soccer. For tickets, visit https://www.ticketmaster.ca/york-united-fc-tickets/artist/2557302.
Location and Venue: York Lions Stadium
Event date and time: Friday, July 8, 2022 7:30PM - 9:30PM
Audience: All Ages
Price: Starting at $16

She moves --- introduction to rock climbing for women
This 1.5 hour introductory course is the best way to get started with rock climbing! It is led by, and designed for women and non-binary individuals ages 16 and up. Comes with a complimentary 2 week membership and rental equipment. Register online or at the front desk.
Location and Venue: 231 Trade Valley Dr., Unit 2, Vaughan (Aspire Climbing Vaughan)
Event date and time: Wednesday, July 13, 2022 6:00PM - 10:00PM
Audience: Adults
Price: $55

Aurora’s Concerts in the Park series
Aurora’s summer tradition continues, with a concert every Wednesday. This week: Sheer Heart Attack: Tribute to Queen. Admittance --- 6 to 6:45 p.m., concert --- 7 to 9 p.m.
Location and Venue: 49 Wells St., Aurora (Aurora Town Park)
Event date and time: Wednesday, July 13, 2022 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Audience: All Ages
Price: Free

Newmarket Music Series
Join us every Thursday evening from July 7 to September 1. Each concert will feature a local opening act followed by a premier tribute band from approximately 6 to 9 p.m. This week: Dwayne Gretzky with opening act, Aysanabee.
Location and Venue: 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket (Riverwalk Commons)
Event date and time: Thursday, July 14, 2022 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Audience: All Ages
Price: Free

Thursday Nights at the Bandstand
Live music at Unionville Millennium Bandstand. This week: Epic Eagles.
Location and Venue: Corner of Fred Varley Drive and Main Street, Markham (Unionville Millennium Bandstand)
Event date and time: Thursday, July 14, 2022 7:30PM - 9:00PM
Audience: All Ages
Price: Free

'Virtual' Spontaneous French Conversation (18+) Richmond Hill
Groupe de conversation Spontaneux --- Pour les Adultes (des Francophones... Aux débutants forts) qui cherchent à mettre en pratique leurs competences de conversation en français. First-timers orientation at start.Salles de zoom de 4 participants.
Location and Venue: Online

Event date and time: Thursday, July 14, 2022 7:00PM - 8:30PM
Audience: Adults
Price: $2.50 nominal fee

29th Annual Lemonville Group of Artists Show and Sale
Our annual Lemonville Group of Artist Show and Sale requires advance planning. Unfortunately we are unable to have an in-person show again this year, but we are pleased to offer a virtual exhibition of our work. Please visit our website.
Location and Venue: Online
Event date and time: Ongoing
Audience: All Ages
Price: Free

Blood Donation Event
You could help a child being treated for cancer, a father about to have heart surgery or a mother who has just given birth. Donate Blood Today at our Hillcrest Mall donor centre located at the back of the mall near Entrance 5 --- External Access Only
Location and Venue: 9350 Yonge St., Richmond Hill (Canadian Blood Services --- Hillcrest Mall)
Event date and time: Friday, July 8, 2022 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Audience: Adults
Price: Free

Blood Donation Event
You could help a child being treated for cancer, a father about to have heart surgery or a mother who has just given birth. Donate Blood Today at our Hillcrest Mall donor centre located at the back of the mall near Entrance 5 --- External Access Only
Location and Venue: 9350 Yonge St., Richmond Hill (Canadian Blood Services --- Hillcrest Mall)
Event date and time: Saturday, July 9, 2022 8:00AM - 2:00PM
Audience: Adults
Price: Free