Where Work Meets Play is a blog dedicated to helping people get to know Newmarket, ON. From the best restaurants to great places to work to where to find the best pint on a Thursday night, we've got you covered.
As we are into Step 3 of the Province’s re-opening plan I eagerly set up a day outing with a close friend to re-acquaint ourselves with Newmarket and all the unique charm that it offers.
Long hair growing? Bare nails showing? Hockey flow..flowing? Since COVID began, most beauty services have been closed for many many months and yet many have continued to offer incredible COVID safe options to keep their clients looking and feeling their best! Check out this post to find out how we are Choosing Local for our beauty services.
Did you know Newmarket has over 15 gym facilities in town and many of them offer online services? Get in touch with your gym or get in touch with a new gym that you haven't tried before and see how they can support your health during this lockdown. You can find a list of facilities on the Choose Local directory
Wish you could be sitting on a patio this weekend? Until we are able to get back to our favourite local patios we have been creating our own Do-It-Yourself patios in the backyard and with just a few simple steps you can customize your own patio with all your favourite local goodies to share with the members of your household.
It’s been a while since we’ve written here at “Where Work Meets Play” but, as the Province enters its third Province-wide lockdown in 13 months, we figured that it might be nice to provide you with a few ideas of how you can support your local small businesses during the month of April! We’ll be featuring blog posts on a weekly basis focused on supporting small businesses across Newmarket.
Date night during COVID-19 doesn’t have to be the same old dinner and a movie - BUT we have ways to even make that experience extra special. From dining locally to starting your own “tasting” club, Newmarket has you covered for all things COVID date night.
With physical distancing, comes a challenge especially for events that call us to be the most social, like Mother’s Day. We’ve put together a few ideas for those of you looking to recognize someone you love in an extra special way during these challenging times.
A temporary art exhibit initiated by friends and family of the late Diane Purdie is now on view at Newmarket Old Town Hall. She was a local resident, wife, mother, Industrial Artist, art instructor, volunteer, dancer, theatre performer, and active community member. Read on to find out the story behind this exhibition.
Places everyone -cue the snow - plug in the twinkly lights - and action! There is something special about cuddling up with hot cocoa and turning on the rom-com holiday flicks. But if you are looking to live the experience in real life Newmarket’s Main Street is the destination of choice. Newmarket has been the backdrop to more Christmas movies and series than we can count. Sit back, grab your favourite blanket and check out these great holiday films!
Thanks to the generosity of Mr. Fullerton, you too can have the great opportunity to own an original work by an established Canadian artist while also helping the gallery program at Old Town Hall.
Food and drinks are one of the many things that bring people together - especially after a long week. There’s something about offering your taste buds new flavours of food that open your eyes (and mouths) to the culinary arts. Better so, there’s nothing quite like a unique food festival - especially if the drinks are free, the food is only $5 and it’s in Newmarket.
Continue reading to learn more about Upper Canada Mall’s Taste of Market & Co. taking place on Thursday, August 22, 2019.
Cheers!
Ever since he was young Tristan Claxton has dreamt of being an actor. In this blog, his mother shares about how this dream started with something as simple as a Town of Newmarket acting camp and has now come full circle with him participating in the 10 Minute Play Festival. Check out this festival and all it has to offer in this blog.
Whether you are looking for an after-five drink with friends or a relaxing lunch in the sunshine - Newmarket is a great place to live and work. Thanks to our friends in GIS, we were able to determine that more than 40% of Newmarket residents live within walking distance to a patio. That’s right -whether Tuesday at noon or Saturday evening, those who live and work in Newmarket are never far from a great bite to eat or refreshing beverage.
As Newmarket’s largest employer, Bill Gosling Outsourcing offers a wide breadth of opportunities and benefits for their employees. With a philosophy of promoting from within and a diverse and supportive staff - Bill Gosling is a great place to start or grow your career in Newmarket.
Did you know? May 19 to 25 is National Public Works Week. During the week, the Town of Newmarket celebrates the men and women who dedicated their careers to the public works profession. Learn more about two great events that the Town is hosting for National Public Works Week!
Southlake is Newmarket’s top employer and home to many brilliant minds, including today’s interviewee Morgan. She’s a Heart Function Nurse Practitioner and loves living and working in Newmarket. Find out what Morgan’s favourite spots are in Newmarket as well as her advice for anyone thinking about Southlake as the next step in their career.
Looking to get more active in your community? This week’s blog explores how you can Get Involved, meet new people and help shape the future of our Town through community events, groups and forums.
Art is all around us! Over the past few years, Newmarket has become a hub for art, culture and creativity. From live music to maker spaces, this week’s blog shines a spotlight on the cultural programming and interactive arts experiences around Town.
Downtown Newmarket has seen many changes over the last few years - including the creation of a bit of a restaurant district. Find out how this has all come together and how you, as a business owner can take advantage of the financial incentive program to be part of this downtown Newmarket trend.
Happy International Women’s Day everyone! It’s time to celebrate the amazing women who are pushing forward business world right here in Newmarket. Everything from co-working spaces to #womenintech are featured in this weeks blog.
