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.
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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.
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.
Having a hard time checking everybody off of your Christmas (or Hanukkah) list? Never fear - Newmarket is here. Between Newmarket’s historic Main Street and the trendy pop-up shop at Upper Canada Mall - there is something for every hard to buy for person on your list. Check out this holiday shopping list brought to you by our newest writer and working mom Liz Tcheskis.
Downtown Newmarket is looking a little different today after adding a new piece of art to the “mantelpiece” of the community’s living room; the historic downtown. Artist John Kuna has painted works for the Islington BIA, private collections and corporate pieces across North America. Now you can envision the history of the Holland River, right here in Newmarket.
Leah Denbok is an 18 year old photographer with a passion for sharing the stories of the homeless. You can see her exhibit at Old Town Hall in Newmarket, ON. The photography is moving and provides a glimpse into the real faces of homelessness.
Whether you are looking for date night ideas in Newmarket or you are interested in expanding your cultural experiences, this blog post has it all. Check out the Newmarket National Play Festival taking place July 25th - 29th in the downtown core and get amazing discounts from local businesses right alongside!
Newmarket celebrates pride on June 16th, 2018! Get out and see Newmarket’s downtown decked out in the Rainbow Flag and celebrate York Region #alltogethernow
The first official long weekend of the summer is here and it’s time to get outdoors! Whether you have a hot date or a gaggle of children to entertain - Moonlight Movies is a great excuse to get outside and enjoy some laughs. This weekend “Trolls” is playing at River Commons. Even if you don’t think you are into kids movies -you should check this one out just for the soundtrack.
With the recent addition of two amazing breweries and a ton of local restaurants who are complete craft beer connoisseurs, Newmarket's craft brewery scene is hopping. Newmarket's breweries offer great music, tours and creative events for the beer lover in all of us.
RC Design is a multi-disciplinary marketing agency located in the heart of downtown Newmarket. Their staff enjoy being close to great spots to eat, grab a beverage, sit on a patio or meet over coffee, thanks to the bustling Main Street.
