Discover These Exciting Events this Month!

A big part of the enriching lifestyle at Richlands is always having a wealth of interesting events and activities to enjoy close by. Richmond Hill and other surrounding York Region destinations offers no shortage of wonderful events that you and your family can discover together this month. Here are a few of our favourites.

ART BUS/STUDIO TOUR
Multiple Richmond Hill Locations
Friday October 14th, 6-10 pm — Saturday October 15th 10 am – 5pm
Sunday October 16th 10 am – 5 pm

Now in its 14th year, The Richmond Hill Studio Tour is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the local arts community and even purchase some original art. Festivities start off on Friday evening with the Art Bus, this preview event costs $20 per person and gives art lovers an advanced preview of five of the Studio Tour’s artists’ studios. Then, the rest of the weekend you can enjoy free admission to the studios of over 40 artists and artisans who open their doors to offer tours and a variety of art pieces for sale. Learn more at Richmondhill.ca/StudioTour.

PICK YOUR OWN PUMPKIN
At Farintosh Farm — 11858 Warden Ave
Multiple Dates until October 31st

There’s no better way to appreciate this region’s rich agricultural history than to spend your day hand picking delicious harvest vegetables at Fairntosh Farms. Located just minutes from Richlands in the historic hamlet of Gormley, Fairntosh farms currently has beans, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and Halloween pumpkins in season and just waiting to be picked. They recommend that you phone ahead (905-887-5727) on the day that you come to the farm to confirm that the pick your own fields are open, as they will occasionally be temporarily closed due to heavy rainfall, etc.

HALLOWEEN HAUNT
Canada’s Wonderland
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays in October from 7 pm – 12 am

Okay, this event is 20 minutes from Richlands at Canada’s Wonderland, but it is a pretty cool one so we felt it was worth sharing. This exciting event includes 20 haunted attractions — including the annual favourite Zombies 4D Interactive Dark Ride. There are also mazes, scare zones and over 700 monsters prowling the park. A great selection of Wonderland’s favourite rides and rollercoaster’s are also open for this event.

 

Get back in touch with nature at these 5 very special Richmond Hill destinations.

One of the best things about life in Richmond Hill is the amazing abundance of natural spaces nearby that you and your family can explore. Whether you’re interested in hiking, outdoor sports, cycling or a family picnic, you can find a great place to spend the day with your family close to home here. There are so many to choose from that it was actually pretty tough to pick, but here are our top 5 natural spaces to explore in Richmond Hill!

#5 Briar Nine Park and Reserve
Located off of Bloomington Rd. just west of Leslie, Briar Nine Park and Reserve gives you an opportunity to explore the rich natural beauty of the Oak Ridges Moraine. Explore kettle wetlands and wildflower meadows that are a natural habitat to many bird and animal species including White Tailed Hawks and Meadow Voles. There’s also a community garden and educational signage displays to make your time with nature relaxing and informative.

#4 French Royalist Park
Located on Rollinghill Road near Yonge St. and Gamble, French Royalist Park is a tribute to one of the most unique elements of Richmond Hill’s history. After the French Revolution in the late 18th Century, many French Aristocrats actually came to the Richmond Hill area to settle. French Royalist Park celebrates this interesting history with a classic colonial design that includes carefully designed walkways and gardens. Even the playground’s been designed in the style of classic French Chateaus. This is one royal visit that is definitely worth the trip!

#3 Hunter’s Point Wildlife Park
Designed as part of a special project to create new habitat for area wildlife, Hunter’s Point provides a great opportunity to see beautiful flocks of migratory birds in the spring and summer. There’s also an epic toboggan hill that connects to adjoining Chapman Park, so it’s a great place to check out in the winter as well. Hunter’s Point is located near Bathurst and Highway 7 on Hunters Point Dr.

#2 Mill Pond Park
In central Richmond Hill, Mill Pond Park takes its name from the historic sawmill operation that used the pond for power in the 19th Century. Today the park is a favourite among hikers, bird watchers and picnickers. Mill Pond also features a summer Concerts in the Park series and a popular Winter Carnival event.

#1 Richmond Green
Of course, we’re biased. We love the fact that Richmond Green is right in our own backyard here at Richlands, but can you blame us? Most people think of Richmond Green as just a sporting facility, but really it is so much more. There’s a rose garden, wetlands, orchards, a waterfall and more. There’s even a seasonal petting zoo where you can meet some truly adorable farm animals. What more could you ask for?

THE RICHLANDS BLOG IS A CELEBRATION OF EVERYTHING THAT MAKES YOUR LIFE BETTER!

At Richlands, we know that a rich life has many different components: a wonderful home; amazing recreation; good friends; a happy, healthy family. These are just some of the things that are essential for a life that is truly enriching and enjoyable. With The Richlands Blog, we’ll be offering interesting content that can help you enjoy the full richness of life in all its many dimensions.

This could mean anything from articles featuring a delicious recipe you can try for your next holiday gathering to tips on how to pick the right sport for your kids. We’ll also be highlighting things like exciting community events, design trends, healthy living tips and more. Plus, readers of our blog will always be among the first to know about important updates as we move towards the Preview Opening Event at Richlands.

Our first article is coming in a couple of weeks. We hope you enjoy it. In the meantime, stay tuned for further updates and Think Rich, Feel Rich, Live Rich!