Angel Oceana
Sep 22, 2026
Trivia Question❓Which NHL superstar, who went on to win multiple Stanley Cup championships, was born in Richmond Hill, Ontario, in 1990? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Richmond Hill is buzzing with excitement as a new affordable fresh food market opens its doors, offering residents a welcome relief from rising grocery prices.
Hosted by the York Region Food Network, the market appears twice a month and gives the community a unique chance to shop for fresh, high-quality produce at wallet-friendly prices from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Local farmers and new businesses are increasingly joining forces with organizers to showcase everything from crisp lettuces to juicy tomatoes.
Easy payment options and a focus on sustainability make it simple and eco-friendly for everyone. Read More... |
Connecting the Community - with Franz Hartmann from Alliance for a Liveable Ontario |
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Join the Connecting the Community gathering on September 22 as Franz Hartmann from the Alliance for a Liveable Ontario shares how residents can make a difference in the upcoming municipal election. Learn what you can do to help your Council build liveable neighbourhoods, safeguard food and water security, and make homes more affordable. This welcoming event runs from 10:00 AM to noon at the Oak Ridges Library, just off Yonge Street north of King Road. Whether you're a regular attendee or joining for the first time, all are welcome to come together to talk, listen, and connect. |
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We All Have A Story Workshop with David W. Barber |
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Join author David W. Barber for a fascinating look at the lives of legendary composers including Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, and Rachmaninoff — and the mental health challenges that shaped their music. Hear live performances by talented young musicians from the North York Music Festival, and get the chance to purchase a copy of Barber's specially adapted book, "We All Have A Story." Light refreshments are provided. This free workshop is open to anyone age 12 and older, and is the 7th in High Notes Avante's series of nine arts workshops fostering connection among those impacted by mental illness. Funded by an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant. |
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Richmond Hill is experiencing a creative revival with the success of a vibrant mixed media course at the community’s core.
Locals hungry for artistic expression are discovering these hands-on workshops as both welcoming and inspiring.
Spanning six consecutive Wednesdays, each in-person session encourages playful exploration with found materials, various paints, and unexpected textures.
You need only bring curiosity—technical skill isn’t required in this relaxed, creative atmosphere.
This program fuels Richmond Hill’s growing arts scene, offering a chance to innovate, connect, and embrace fresh creative possibilities. Read More... |
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Yonge Street is getting a little more colourful.
ArtWalk 2026 returns to Richmond Hill on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., bringing together nearly 50 local artists and creators for a free day of art, music and hands-on fun.
The main action takes place inside and outside the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, where visitors can browse paintings, pottery, jewelry, woodwork and other creations while meeting the people who made them. And this year, ArtWalk is expanding.
Visitors can stroll south to Richmond Hill’s new Cultural Centre at 10184 Yonge St., where artists Yue Gao and Irene YooKyung Cha will be on hand from 1 to 4 p.m. Artist Vicky Talwar will also lead a drop-in mixed-media activity.
Back at the RHCPA, the Richmond Hill Concert Band performs from noon to 1 p.m., followed by the Toronto Women’s Dragon Drum Group from 2 to 3 p.m.
The drumming performance even includes an opportunity for visitors to give the drums a try.
Feeling creative yourself? Get a custom pet portrait, try henna or experiment with spray painting.
Visitors can also collect stamps through the city's Passport to Culture for a chance to win a $50 deluxe paint-and-draw kit.
Can't make it for the festival? ArtWalk artists will continue to have their work displayed in the RHCPA's Visual Art Gallery for the rest of September. Read More... |
Joke Of The Day |
Richmond Hill finally finished its downtown revitalization plan after fifteen years of meetings, consultations, and public forums. The ribbon-cutting ceremony has been rescheduled pending further consultation. |
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If you are looking for a burger joint that genuinely delivers, Grill Gate is worth every visit.
Their gourmet cheeseburgers feature juicy 8 oz beef patties loaded with creative toppings, while their Philly steak sandwiches — made with ribeye and magic mushroom — are the kind of thing people rave about for months.
The menu goes well beyond burgers and sandwiches, with pizzas, burritos, shawarma, poutines, and fresh salads rounding things out beautifully.
There is a Persian-inspired twist woven through many dishes that makes the flavours genuinely memorable and unlike your typical fast-casual spot. |
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Yo Nail Studio in Richmond Hill is a luxurious, modern nail salon offering signature pedicure treatments, stunning nail designs, manicures, and eyelash services — all in a warm, welcoming space.
What truly sets them apart is their commitment to your safety. They use autoclave sterilization — the gold standard in medical settings — along with pipeless pedicure chairs and rigorous sanitation protocols after every single service.
Whether you're treating yourself to a gel manicure or a spa pedicure, Yo Nail Studio delivers exceptional results with the highest hygiene standards.
Open seven days a week, they're easy to book and even offer online appointment management.
Give your hands and feet the pampering they deserve! |
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Sue's Rescue currently highlights Kid Ralph, a memorable Doberman Malinois mix with a sunny, short golden coat and a gentle, endearing presence.
This large, house-trained adult male wins hearts with his affectionate warmth and clever, calm personality.
He thrives in quiet, adult-only homes, where he enjoys peaceful evenings and easy weekends—plus the occasional burst of playful humor that keeps everyone smiling.
Learn about Sue’s Rescue and give a deserving pup like Kid Ralph a second chance at home. Read More... |
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Richmond Hill is witnessing a sharp rise in emergency food assistance needs as more families struggle with financial pressures and food insecurity.
Local support organizations now serve thousands each month, working tirelessly to ensure no one goes hungry.
Long lines at food distribution centers and many new faces reflect the growing urgency throughout the area.
The real strength behind these efforts is the community itself, with committed volunteers sorting donations and restocking shelves every day.
From students to retirees, Richmond Hill residents are uniting, driven by compassion to help neighbors in need. Read More... |
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Archibald's Neighbourhood Pub |
🥩 Archibald's Neighbourhood Pub 📍 8950 Yonge St, Richmond Hill |
Montana's BBQ and Bar |
📍 8735 Yonge St, Richmond Hill 🕓 Sunday–Friday | 2 PM–5 PM 💲 Select beverages $4.99 + select appetizers $10 |
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A small local jewelry business rather than one of the big mall names. |
Personalized boards, calligraphy, gift wrapping and custom gift boxes made right here in Richmond Hill. |
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Your Skin Is Being Dramatic. Here’s What It Might Actually Want. |
One day your moisturizer is doing its job. The next?
Your cheeks feel tight. Your makeup suddenly finds dry patches you didn't know existed. And that serum you've used forever decides to sting for absolutely no reason.
Welcome to September skincare in Ontario.
Before buying six new products because TikTok said your face needs peptides, snail mucin and something harvested under a full moon...
There may be a much simpler way.
Instead of immediately reaching for another exfoliant, try adding hydration.
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 is an easy option that combines hyaluronic acid with B5 and ceramides.
Apply it before moisturizer and let your moisturizer help keep that hydration where you want it: In your face.
Your regular moisturizer may be perfectly fine.
It might just need backup.
A few drops of The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane can help reduce moisture loss and add extra softness without rebuilding your entire skincare routine from scratch.
Especially useful when your cheeks start developing their own weather system.
Sometimes most of your face is perfectly happy...
…and one patch beside your nose has apparently entered January.
That's where a targeted balm makes sense.
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 is made for dry, irritated skin and can be used when certain areas need a little extra help.
No 12-step routine required.
Face: moisturized.
Hands: slowly becoming sandpaper.
Classic Canadian fall.
Start keeping hand cream somewhere impossible to ignore — beside the sink, on your desk or in the car.
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Hands is formulated for dry, rough hands.
If your skin suddenly starts misbehaving this fall, don't automatically add more. Try this instead:
Hydrate. Moisturize. Protect the dry spots. Give the aggressive stuff a rest.
Sometimes irritated skin isn't asking for the newest miracle ingredient.
It's asking you to stop messing with it. Which, come to think of it, is pretty solid advice for a lot of things.
Congratulations.
You just winterized something before Canadian Tire even had the chance to remind you. |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: John Tavares |