What’s going on in and around Newmarket this weekend – NewmarketToday.ca

This weekend, honour our veterans at the Remembrance Day parade and service, shop at local harvest markets, enjoy 'girls day out' at the National Women's Show, and Ladies Night with '90s trivia supporting kids with cancer

Wavestage TheatreCompany's 26th season musical production of Parade, Nov. 9 to 12:Paradetells the true story of Leo Frank, a Jewish man in Atlanta wrongfully convicted of the rape and murder of his 13-year-old employee in 1913. Because the trial was replete with faulty testimony and lacked any clear evidence, Georgias governor eventually commuted his sentence from death to life imprisonment. Despite this ruling, a lynch mob hanged Frank. The case drew national attention to antisemitism and was pivotal to the founding of the Anti-Defamation League, as well as reviving the Ku Klux Klan in the South.Parade has arich, intricate, and wide-ranging score penned by JasonRobert Brown and a bold willingness to dive into the complexities of early 20th-century social relationships in the South. Four performances at NewRoads Performing Arts Centre in Newmarket at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, click here.

Voodoo Pawn Shop at Market Brewing:Voodoo Pawn Shop brings blues with an edge to Market Brewing, 17775 Leslie St., Unit 4, Newmarket from 7:30 to 10 p.m. No cover.

Board Gaming: Join local board game enthusiasts at Cardinal Press Espresso Bar at 200 Main St. Newmarket from 6 to 10 p.m. The games are provided and teachers are available, or you bring your games to teach others. Note from organizers: We don't tend to play a lot of 'traditional' board games such as Monopoly, Clue, Sorry! Let them know what you would like to play when you RSVP and they will bring those games.

Wavestage TheatreCompany's 26th season musical production of Parade:Paradetells the true story of Leo Frank, a Jewish man in Atlanta wrongfully convicted of the rape and murder of his 13-year-old employee in 1913.Parade has arich, intricate, and wide-ranging score penned by JasonRobert Brown and a bold willingness to dive into the complexities of early 20th-century social relationships in the South. At NewRoads Performing Arts Centre in Newmarket at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, click here.

National Women's Show, Nov. 10 to 12: The "Ultimate Girls DayOut" at theMetro Toronto Convention Centre:Friday, Nov.10, 10 a.m. to7 p.m.;Saturday, Nov.11, 10 a.m. to 6p.m.;Sunday, Nov. 12, 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Shop exclusive products you wont find anywhere else, get your goodie bag filled with free samples, sample delicious food and wine, get free hair and beauty mini makeovers, plus see amazing cooking demos, catch the hottest new fashions on the catwalk, join craft workshops, plus see endless entertainment. Tickets $15.75.

Remembrance Day Parade and Service:The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 426 Newmarketand Newmarket Veterans Association will hold theirRemembrance Day service at Veterans Memorial Park atDArcy Street and Church Street. Members of the legion will be forming up at Doug Duncan Drive at 10 a.,m., before marching off at 10:30 a.m. to the park.

Connon Nurseries Autumn Farmers Market:Connon Nurseries, 1870 Davis Dr. West in Newmarket, hosts an indoor market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring local food makers and selected artisans. Nestled in thegreenhouse among our houseplants, fresh greenery, and festive plants, you'll meet and find some incredible local businesses offering their products. A great place to stock up on holiday gifts.

Retro R&B Soul and Funk Dance Party: Greystone, a top GTA revival band, is at 10 Gallon Bar and Grill, 446 Davis Dr., Newmarket, from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. No cover. Get your groove on and move to the music of Aretha, Etta, Ray Charles, BB King, Sam Cooke and more, with a little hot sauce on the side with some funk and rockin' numbers.

Harvest Market:Springvale Church, 3885 Stouffville Rd, Stouffvillehosts "York Region's Most Unique Market" from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with more than 70 vendors.

National Women's Show: The "Ultimate Girls DayOut" at theMetro Toronto Convention Centrefrom 10 a.m. to 6p.m.Shop exclusive products you wont find anywhere else, get your goodie bag filled with free samples, sample delicious food and wine, get free hair and beauty mini makeovers, plus see amazing cooking demos, catch the hottest new fashions on the catwalk, join craft workshops, plus see endless entertainment. Tickets $15.75.

Ladies Night '90s Trivia & Dry Bar: The Princess Lily Series partners with Brew It Coffee Bar, 460 Davis Dr., from 6 to 9 p.m. with all proceeds going to gift bags for children with cancer. Admission, $20, includes entry, trivia, non-alcoholic drinks and treats.

International Jive-The Basics for Your Next Energetic Dance: Simple Social Dancing invites you to come and learn how to dance to music such as Shania Twain's Man, I Feel Like a Woman,rock tunes (think Miley Cyrus Flowers) or Christina Aguileras Candymanand Big Band swing music at Newmarket Public Library, 638Park Ave., from 5 to 6:10 p.m. Registration$5.

National Women's Show: The "Ultimate Girls DayOut" at theMetro Toronto Convention Centrefrom10 a.m. to 5p.m. Shop exclusive products you wont find anywhere else, get your goodie bag filled with free samples, sample delicious food and wine, get free hair and beauty mini makeovers, plus see amazing cooking demos, catch the hottest new fashions on the catwalk, join craft workshops, plus see endless entertainment. Tickets $15.75.

Ontario SPCA Holly Jolly Holiday Auction, Nov. 16 to 26: Santa-Paws is coming to town! Get ready to sleigh on over to the annual Holly Jolly Holiday Auction, starting Nov. 16. With the holidays just around the corner, why not start crossing names off of your list and support animals in need at the same time? Grab a pawsome gift for every member of the family (including those furry friends). Bidding starts Nov. 16 at 5 p.m. Bidding ends Sunday, Nov. 26 at 5 p.m. Bookmark the auction here:https://can.givergy.com/HolidayAuction2023.

Theatre Aurora presents Anne of Green Gables: The Musical,Nov 16 to 25: At Factory Theatre, 150 Henderson Dr. Fortickets, call 905-727-3069.

Marquee Theatrical presents Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,Nov 17 to 26: Marquee Theatrical Productions presents the family favourite, adult cast musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.Told entirely through song ,this fun, toe-taping musical follows the story of the favourite son, Joseph who is sold off to slavery by his 11 jealous brothers.On his journey, Joseph soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubledElvis-inspiredPharaoh.Joseph finds he can help Pharaoh by interpreting his dreams.This magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads, to country-western and calypso, along with the unforgettable classics Any Dream Will Doand Close Every Door.Suitable for the entire family. For more details, seenewtix.ca for multiple performancesat NewRoads Performing Arts Centre in Newmarket.

Curtain Club presents The 39 Steps, Nov 17 to Dec 2: See this spy-thriller-spoofat the Curtain Club Theatre, 400 Newkirk Dr., Richmond Hill. Tickets, $24, 905-773-3434.

Pine Tree Potters Guild Annual Fall Sale, Nov. 17 to 19: Get into the holiday spirit by joining the Pine Tree Potters Guild at their annual fall sale. Choose from thousands of unique creations of functional and decorative porcelain, stoneware and raku pottery created by more than 35 members atthe Newmarket Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St. New dates and sale hours:Friday, Nov. 17 from 2 to 9 p.m.,Saturday Nov.18from10 a.m. to5 p.m., Sunday,Nov.19from10 a.m. to4 p.m.

Kingcrafts Studio Sale, Nov. 17-19, Nov. 24-27: Shop forone-of-a-kind hand-crafted items from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 12936 Keele St., King City, kingcrafts.ca.

Newmarket Santa Claus Parade, Saturday, Nov. 18: Bundle up and bring your family and friends to see the festive holiday floats followed by special guest Jolly Old St. Nick. The Postmark Hotel, 180 Main St. S., is serving complimentary hot chocolate on its patio.Dont forget to bring your letters to Santa to be picked up by Canada Post and your non-perishable food item to be collected for the Newmarket Food Pantry. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Main Street and Eagle Street.newmarket.ca/santa

Holiday Home Tour, Nov. 17 and 18:Pickering College is hosting itsannual self-guided Holiday Home Tour, presented byPfaff Audi Newmarket, featuring a variety of resplendent, glittering homes, each uniquely themed, designed and decorated for the holidays by local professional designers and florists in York Region.Individual tickets are $55 and a group package of four tickets is available for $200. Your ticket price includes access to all six homes on the tour, in-home snacks and entertainment. Use the codePICKERINGto save $5 off per ticket/package.The Holiday Home Tour is an annual fundraising event for Pickering College and a local charity; this year, Blue Door Leeder Place family shelter.

Pickering College Seasonal Boutique, Saturday, Nov. 18: Join Pickering College for its annual seasonal boutique, featuring a charming array of local vendors showcasing the finest holiday gifts. Prepare to be captivated as you browse through a delightful selection of jewelry, candles, soap, freshly baked goods andgranola, knitted items, hot sauce, woodcrafts, beautiful flowersand more. Free admission, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 16945 Bayview Ave., Newmarket.

Live at the Met, Saturday,Nov 18:Live At The Met presents X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X at SilverCity, Newmarket or Cineplex Odeon Aurora (222m) - at 12:55 p.m.

CompassCon: Newmarket, Saturday, Nov. 18: With more than 40 vendor tables of geeky goodness including board games, video games, comic books, toys, funko POPs, sports cards, arts and rafts, as well as handmade and collectible items, you won't want to miss the CompassConpop up market atRoyal Canadian Legion Branch 426, 707 Srigley St., Newmarket, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Holiday Art Show & Sale, Saturday, Nov. 25: Newmarket Group of Artists hosts a holiday art show and sale at the Old Town Hall from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Newmarket Farmers' Market Annual Christmas Market, Saturday, Nov. 25:Come enjoy some live music while visiting your favourite market vendors and discovering new makers and artisans. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Club. And remember to bring a food donation for the Newmarket Food Pantry to help out our friends and neighbours in the community.

Keynotes Christmas Concert, Sunday, Nov. 26: Join the Keynotes Seniors Choir as they present their Sounds for the Season concert. Enjoy familiar favourites, seasonal selections, novelty numbers, sacred choral works, and toe-tapping rhythms, as well as a guest musician or two providing some musical cheer. Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place hosts the free concert at2 p.m., pre-registration is not required.

Tapestry Chamber Choir Gifts and Giving Concert, Dec. 3: Enjoy an afternoon of inspiring choral music at 4:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Church Street, Newmarket. tapestrychoir.ca

Seniors Christmas Social Tea, Sunday, Dec.3:Spend a festive afternoon enjoying music, light refreshments, tea and coffee, door prizes and a great group of friends from 2 to 4 p.m. at Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr.Register by Nov.29 with registration code 17696 at newmarket.perfectmind.com. Members $5, non-members $6 Seenewmarket.ca/adults55+ for more details.

Season of Light Christmas Concert, Saturday, Dec. 9:Encore!presents a choral concertat 3 p.m. at Bethel Community Christian Reformed Church, 333 Davis Dr. (at Lorne Ave.) in Newmarket with conductor Dee Lawrence, accompanist George Vandikas and guest instrumentalistsKaipa Bharucha, flute, Jenny Liu, violin, Isaac Chan, cello.Tickets$25 adults, $20 seniors/students. Call 416-402-4409

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