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September 10, 2018

City Update eNewsletter

Join us for the Grand Opening of Vellore Village Library at 1 Villa Royale Avenue on Saturday September 22. This library is nature-inspired with an abundance of natural light across 8,300 square feet of space with an interactive children's area, individual study areas and collaboration spaces. Additional features include a marketplace featuring new and popular items, plus state-of-the-art technologies including iPad & Notebook Kiosk, Self Checkout and automated Book Return. Ceremony and Ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m.

Official Opening of the Pierre Berton Heritage Centre

The Pierre Berton Heritage Centre, located at 10418 Islington Avenue, offers visitors an engaging, interactive experience of our national story, driven and inspired by the work of one of Canada's preeminent authors and media pioneers. Join us for the ceremony and light refreshments on Saturday September 22 at 11:00a.m. RSVP required.

Official Opening for the North Maple Regional Park - Phase 1

North Maple Regional Park is a new 200 acre park featuring two soccer fields, 5 km of walking trails and multi-season recreational opportunities. Join us on Saturday September 22 for the ceremony and ribbon cutting at 1:00 p.m. Bring along your chairs and picnic blankets to watch fun soccer matches or explore the park through guided nature walks until 3 p.m. RSVP required.

Microchip and Rabies Clinic

Vaughan Animal Services is hosting a Microchip and Rabies clinic on September 12 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Call 905-832-2281 to book your appointment today.

There's Still Time!

We are committed to ensuring our new website strategy reflects the needs of residents, businesses, cultural groups, community organizations and all other stakeholders who use our website. Share how your online experience can be improved by attending a public workshop on September 12 and September 13. Registration is required.

Student Volunteers Needed for Election Day

There's still time for high school students to volunteer to work on Election Day. As Customer Service Ambassadors, students will help voters navigate through voting locations and earn volunteer hours while being an important part of the democratic process. Apply online at vaughan.ca/elections by September 14.

City of Vaughan Road Improvements

Pavement rehabilitation continues until November.

Road closure continues on Pine Valley Drive.

All the latest news and information about roads and construction throughout our city can be found on our Disruptions and Closures page.

GO Service Adjustments - Barrie Corridor

Work to the GO Barrie Corridor will occur on October 13 - 14. During this weekend

trains will run between Union Station and Rutherford GO. Buses will replace trains north of Rutherford GO to accommodate work on bridges, level crossing and platforms.

York Region Road Improvements

York Region is making improvements to various roads in the City of Vaughan.

Keele Street, from Major Mackenzie Drive to Teston Road. Completion is anticipated in October.

New traffic control signals at the intersection of Highway 27 and King Vaughan Road. Completion is anticipated by the end of October.

Every Saturday until October 13

Woodbridge Village Farmers' Market

The farmers' market at the Woodbridge Memorial Arena occurs every Saturday until October 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Drop by for Souper Saturday on September 15th!

Kleinburg Binder Twine Festival

September 15

The Binder Twine Festival began in the late 1800's when farmers came to the community to buy twine to bind their sheaves of wheat together. This exciting festival features juried craft exhibitors, great food and entertainment for all!

Village of Kleinburg

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.