Friday, Jan. 10
Jack de Keyzer: Back by popular demand, Jack de Keyzer perform at the Old Town Hall at 7:30 p.m. Opening this evening is local musician and longtime bluesman Patrick Fockler and his trio, including his brother and Newmarket resident Andrew Fockler on drums along with Jamie Nicholas on Fender Bass. Jack de Keyzer, guitarist, singer, song writer and producer performs his high energy original blues, rock and soul charged music across Canada and the world in a career that is still going strong after 50 years. Tickets $40.
Aurora Bridge Club: Play duplicate bridge weekly with the Aurora club at the Newmarket Veterans Association, 406 Millard Ave., from 12:15 to 4 p.m., open games Wednesdays and Fridays, Thursday 0-500. Price $6 to $10.
Saturday, Jan. 11
ABBA Revisted: ABBA Revisited Tribute Show is a musical performance that pays homage to the legendary Sweedish pop group ABBA. This tribute show features talented performers who capture the essence and energy of ABBA's music and stage presence. Audiences can expect to hear all the classic ABBA hits, such as Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Waterloo and more at New Roads Performing Arts Centre, Newmarket at 8 p.m. Tickets adult $54.80, child 12 to $32.20.
Dom Pare: Long Overdue Stand-Up Comedy Album Launch: After decades of touring across Canada and the U.S., from small town bar shows, to iconic theatres, to televised festivals, Dom Pare is launching an album, Long Overdue, at 8 p.m. at the Old Town Hall in Newmarket. Accompanying Dom will be some of his best comedic friends bringing their own hilarious takes and fresh perspectives. A must-see night full of laughter for friends and family alike (18 and over.) Tickets $30.
Aurora Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop: DIY Labs offer a workshop for making a traditional Mosaic Turkish lamp to illuminate your home with a unique lamp created by assembling different coloured and shaped pieces of glass and beads from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Aurora Community Centre, 1 Community Centre Lane. Cost $69 to $139.
Connon Nurseries Winter Farmers Market: Connon Nurseries, 1870 Davis Dr. West, King, holds a food and artisans market with an array of vendors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday until March 20.
Sunday, Jan. 12
Newmarket-Aurora Provincial Liberal Association New Year's Levee: Following the nomination meeting to confirm Chris Ballard as the Ontario Liberal candidate for Newmarket (1 to 2 p.m.), is Newmarket-Aurora Provincial Liberal Association New Year's Levee from 2 to 4 p.m. offering an opportunity for community members and supporters to connect, celebrate, and discuss plans for a stronger Ontario. The event, at the Newmarket Community Centre Lions Hall #2, 200 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket. (Riverwalk Commons), is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Aurora Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop: DIY Labs offer a workshop for making a traditional Mosaic Turkish lamp to illuminate your home with a unique lamp created by assembling different coloured and shaped pieces of glass and beads from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Aurora Community Centre, 1 Community Centre Lane. Cost $69 to $139.
WINN Reset Your Goals Conference: WINN presents a transformative day dedicated to inspiration, empowerment, and effective goal-setting, with a lineup of engaging keynote speakers and interactive workshops, each designed to help you craft a clear and actionable vision for your future. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Holland Marsh Wineries, 18270 Keele St., Newmarket. Throughout the day, you'll delve into essential topics such as nutrition, fitness, mindset, financial well-being, and the art of hypnosis for goal setting and to create your own vision board to take home. Registration, $213, includes breakfast and lunch.
Coming Up:
Barefoot in the Park, Jan. 16 to 25: Newmarket Stage Company presents Neil Simon's Barefoot In The Park at Old Town Hall. Tickets, $20, at box office 289-500-2114 from noon to 5 p.m.
Newmarket Mayor and Council Levee, Friday, Jan. 17: Mayor John Taylor and council invite all residents to celebrate the beginning of a new year together with fun for the whole family from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. with outdoor skating, performance by the Mayor’s Levee Super Group featuring members of the Rubber Tire Peep Show, raffle prizes, busker performances, and BeaverTails, hot chocolate, Cobs Bread Fun Buns, Chocolats Favoris LollipopsTaffy on snow provided by White Meadows Farms while supplies last.
Campbell, Fagan and Park Trio, Friday, Jan. 17: Aurora Cultural Centre presents Campbell, Fagan, Park Trio at Aurora Town Square Performance Hall at 7:30 p.m. Trio includes James Campbell (clarinet), Leslie Fagan (soprano) and Angela Park (piano).Tickets $40.
CHATS Community Arts Showcase, Saturday, Jan. 18: CHATS hosts a community arts showcase, Enriching Lives through Arts and Well-being, feature artwork, including paintings, sculptures, woodwork, handmade jewelry, pottery and textiles, made by residents 55 years of age and older from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Aurora branch of the Royal Canadian Legion at 105 Industrial Pkwy. N.
Burns Night Supper, Saturday, Jan. 18: Celebrate Robbie Burns with the York Regional Police Pipes and Drums, members and volunteers for a fine roast beef dinner with haggis, neeps and tatties, followed by Scottish country dancing, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at Stonehaven Banquet Hall, 63 Eric T Smith Way, Aurora. Attendees should don highland dress or business casual. Tickets, $95.
The Melville Boys, Jan. 24 to Feb. 1: Theatre Aurora presents Norm Foster's The Melville Boys at Factory Theatre, 150 Henderson Dr., Aurora. Tickets $25, $23 senior (65+), $10 student online or 905-727-3669.
Newmarket Folk Society presents Dala, Saturday, Jan. 25: Newmarket Folk Society kicks off its 2025 season with Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine of Juno nominees and winners of the 2010 Canadian Folk Music Award for Vocal Group of the Year Dala. Darlings of the Canadian music scene, Dala are now poised to bring their fresh brand of acoustic pop music to the world. Dala’s latest album, Best Day, was nominated for three Canadian Folk Music Awards: English Songwriter of the Year, Vocal Group of the Year and Producer of the Year. The concert starts at 8 p.m. and takes place at the Newmarket Legion. 707 Srigley St. Tickets, $30, can be purchased online at newmarketfolk.com or by calling 705.431.7182 (leave a message).
John Sheard's Salute to the Beatles, Saturday, Jan 25: Aurora Cultural Centre celebrates 15 years with a Beatles Tribute at Davide DeSimone Performance Hall at Aurora Town Square at 7:30 p.m. Back by popular demand, legendary piano man John Sheard is joined by favourite performers from his past shows, including Mia Sheard, David Celia, Steve Briggs, Denis Pendrith, and Ryan Granville-Martin. The Beatles song catalogue is the hymn book of a generation, familiar to all and such a great way to look back at the impact of music at the ACC. Tickets $50.
Live At The Met, Saturday, Jan. 25: Live At The Met presents Aida - new staging with music by director Yannick Nezet-Seguin, at SilverCity Newmarket and Cineplex Odeon Aurora Cinemas at 12:30 p.m. (3h40m)
All My Sons, Jan. 24 to Feb. 8: Curtain Club Theatre presents the Arthur Miller drama All My Sons at Curtain Club, 400 Newkirk Rd., Richmond Hill. Tickets $24
at 905-773-3434.
Black History Month Reception & Ujamaa Marketplace, Saturday, Feb. 1: Kick off Black History Month in Newmarket with the annual reception at 11:30 a.m. featuring a panel of distinguished experts. Experience live performances and the unveiling of our gallery exhibition highlighting this year’s theme “I and I, I Wanna Rule My Destiny”. Browse the popular Ujamaa Marketplace to meet and support local Black-owned businesses offering unique cultural products and services from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St. Registration is not required but encouraged. Learn more.
Black History Month Art Exhibit, Feb. 1 to 28: Stop by Newmarket Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., and the Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St. S., for a gallery exhibition celebrating Black History Month 2025. Through powerful visuals, artifacts and storytelling, you will explore the journeys of trailblazers who ruled their destinies and broke barriers in politics, science, arts and education. This exhibition invites you to reflect on the interconnectedness of individual triumphs and collective progress, honouring the legacy of those who shaped history and continue to uplift the community today.
Aurora Community Band Concert, Sunday, Feb. 9: Aurora Community Band presents its Annual Pops Concert with Borealis Big Band at Aurora Town Square Performance Hall at 2:30 p.m.
York Symphony Orchestra Valentine's Concert, Saturday, Feb. 15: York Symphony Orchestra presents Symphonic Valentines at Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora at 8 p.m. Tickets here.
27th Annual Newmarket Voice Festival, Feb. 18 to 22: Applications are open for the annual festival at the Old Town Hall in Newmarket, with many scholarships available to be won. Visit www.newmarketvoicefestival.com for more details and entry forms, or Irene Ilic, director, at 905-830-6932. Application deadline for amateur singers/actors is Jan. 31. Winners will perform at the Concert of the Stars, Friday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Town Hall.
