10TH Anniversary "Kick Off" Invitational Exhibition..... This is a group show of original artworks featuring invited artists in celebration of the Georgina Art Centre & Gallery's 10th Anniversary. Saturday, January 30 - Sunday, March 14, 2010. Opening Reception: Sunday January 31, 2010, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm ~ Georgina Art Centre & Gallery, 149 High St., Sutton West, Ontario.
MAY
Past and Presents ~ Local Artisan Spring Sale..... Diane Ratnik Cooper (Josie's Joys Handpainted Giftware) has gathered together a unique mix of her artistic friends to host this Spring event. Just in time for Mother's Day and with proceeds benefiting the Uxbridge Historical Society, this show promises to delight visitors with great atmosphere, art decor and gift ideas. Saturday, May 08, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm ~ Uxbridge Historical Centre, 7239 6th Conc. (Just N. of Brock St. in the Museum Schoolhouse), Uxbridge, Ontario. For further information, please contact Diane at dianemrc@yahoo.ca.
1st Annual Georgina Leash Free Park ~ Dog Walk-a-thon... A Fundraiser event for the future Leash Free Dog Park. Dog Lovers' Art, Gift, Pet Supplies and Treat Vendors, Pet Games, Doggie Bags, Prizes to the Pooch who raises the most money and more. Saturday, May 30, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ~ Sutton Fairgrounds, Sutton Ontario. For further information please link to Facebook via the Dog Park picture or contact Tricia Soulier (Leash Free Dog Park Chairperson) at petservices@pawsitiveapproach.ca
MAY > JULY
11TH Annual Town of Newmarket Heritage Art Exhibition..... A collection of Original Paintings with focus on the area's culture, history, events, landmarks, natural environment, past, present and more by Ontario Artists. Friday, May, 07 - Friday, July 14, 2010 (Monday - Friday) 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Municipal Offices, 395 Mulock Drive, Newmarket.
SEASONAL ~ MAY > OCTOBER
Downtown Stouffville Farmers’ Market.....Featuring locally grown and artisan only vendors. Eat local! Eat Fresh! Come and meet Stouffville community farmers, friends and artists and enjoy this Market's ambiance.Thursdays: May 13th - October 7th ~ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm ~ Park Drive and Main Street, Stouffville, Ontario. (I'll be a Market Vendor, rain or shine, for June 17th, July 15th, August 12th, September 16th and October 7th Thursday dates.)
Stiver Mill Farmers' Market..... Visit historic Unionville to enjoy this Sunday Market hosted in aid of the restoration of the Pioneer Stiver Mill situated on Station Lane. Featuring local farmers, artisans, entertainment & more! Sundays from Grand Opening on June 27 - Thanksgiving Day, October 10, 2010. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm ~ Station Lane and Eureka Street (just off Main Street), Unionville, Ontario. (I'll be a Market Vendor, rain or shine, for June 27th, July 11th, August 15th, September 12th and October 3rd Sunday dates.)
JUNE
Artcures Inc. ~ Exhibition & Juried Art Show.....The Aurora Cultural Centre in association with Artcures Inc. welcomes you to visit during this nine day Exposition showcasing the creative from a diverse group of Ontario Artists.Artcures Inc. is a not-for-profit organization devoted to inspiring wellness through creativity. The Aurora Cultural Centre is a new arts and cultural facility and together their goal is to build an environmentally sustainable community wellness centre. Friday, June 04, Opening Reception/Meet the Artists, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Saturday, June 05 & Sunday, June 06, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday, June 08 to Friday, June 11, 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Saturday, June 12 & Sunday, June 13, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm~ Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. (Heritage School, 1 block East of Yonge St.) Aurora, Ontario. For further information please contact founder and Artcures' inspiration, Herbert Pryke artcures@rogers.com or click on the pink ribbon where you will also find an entry form to bring with you to the reception to be eligible for a draw of a free Artcures Canvas Giclee by Herbert Pryke.
AUGUST
Art in the Park..... Sponsored by the Uxbridge & District Lions Club. Situated in the wooded area of beautiful Elgin Park, just 45 minutes NE of Toronto, this show in it's 16th year features the work of some of Ontario's finest artists. Plenty to see and do - up to 90 artists exhibiting, art demonstrations, silent auction, children's art & play area and more! Saturday, August 21 & Sunday, August 22, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm ~ Elgin Park, 180 Main Street South or enter at Elgin Park Dr., Uxbridge, Ontario. Please click on Elgin Park sign picture for directions or further show information.
SEPTEMBER
16th Annual Georgina Studio Tour & Sale, 2010.....Enjoy visiting over 30 area artists & guest artists on this self-guided Fall Tour. At our studio location, 4 Original Artists welcome you: (from right to left) Jamie Cafissi - Potter and Pottery Lessons, Lori-Anne Crittenden - Folk Artist, Painter of Whimsy and Fine Decor, John Tucker - Multi-Media Metal Artist, Gifts of Sound, Colour and Light, myself, Lisa Charlton - Nature, Pet, Wildlife Paintings and Art Gift Decor. Please mark your calendars for Saturday, September 25 & Sunday, September 26, 2010, 10 am to 5 pm both days ~ This tour is around and about Sutton and Keswick area, North of Toronto on the south shore of Lake Simcoe, Ontario. We are Studio S on the Tour Map (23206 Miles Rd., Sutton West). Click on our picture for further Studio Tour details or contact me if you'd like a Georgina Studio Tour Map.
NOVEMBER
Home for the Holidays.....Join us for the MAGIC of Christmas as the Markham Country Decorating Show presents this popular show in it's 23nd year. Enjoy meeting over 130 exhibitors featuring shabby chic to antiques, cottage, city and country accents, gifts and more to fit everyone’s Christmas buying budget. Click on picture to the right for more information plus your chance to win a $500 show shopping spree. Friday, November 19, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, Saturday, November 20, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm & Sunday, November 21, 2010, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm ~ Markham Fairgrounds, Markham, Ontario.
YEAR ROUND
South Paw Trading Post.....Featuring local Artisan one-of-a-kind originals, hand-crafted art and jewelry, lodge and cottage decor, cowhide rugs and pillows, chain saw art, Native art, mocassins, fishing tackle, gifts, souvenirs and MUCH MORE ! Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day ~ 26102 Hwy. #48 (on the bend), Sutton, Ontario. Tel: 905-722-8033
Lisa Charlton Art and Gift Gallery.....Open by appointment ONLY or during Georgina Studio Tour (Please see SEPTEMBER details above). 23206 Miles Rd., Sutton West, Ontario, Canada. For more information on any of the above venues or to make an appointment to visit studio, please email lisacharlton@interhop.net or telephone 905-722-5857.
10TH Anniversary "Kick Off" Invitational Exhibition..... This is a group show of original artworks featuring invited artists in celebration of the Georgina Art Centre & Gallery's 10th Anniversary. Saturday, January 30 - Sunday, March 14, 2010. Opening Reception: Sunday January 31, 2010, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm ~ Georgina Art Centre & Gallery, 149 High St., Sutton West, Ontario. 
Past and Presents ~ Local Artisan Spring Sale..... Diane Ratnik Cooper (Josie's Joys Handpainted Giftware) has gathered together a unique mix of her artistic friends to host this Spring event. Just in time for Mother's Day and with proceeds benefiting the Uxbridge Historical Society, this show promises to delight visitors with great atmosphere, art decor and gift ideas. Saturday, May 08, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm ~ Uxbridge Historical Centre, 7239 6th Conc. (Just N. of Brock St. in the Museum Schoolhouse), Uxbridge, Ontario. For further information, please contact Diane at 
11TH Annual Town of Newmarket Heritage Art Exhibition..... A collection of Original Paintings with focus on the area's culture, history, events, landmarks, natural environment, past, present and more by Ontario Artists. Friday, May, 07 - Friday, July 14, 2010 (Monday - Friday) 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Municipal Offices, 395 Mulock Drive, Newmarket. 
Downtown Stouffville Farmers’ Market..... Featuring locally grown and artisan only vendors. Eat local! Eat Fresh! Come and meet Stouffville community farmers, friends and artists and enjoy this Market's ambiance. Thursdays: May 13th - October 7th ~ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm ~ Park Drive and Main Street, Stouffville, Ontario. (I'll be a Market Vendor, rain or shine, for June 17th, July 15th, August 12th, September 16th and October 7th Thursday dates.)
Stiver Mill Farmers' Market..... Visit historic Unionville to enjoy this Sunday Market hosted in aid of the restoration of the Pioneer Stiver Mill situated on Station Lane. Featuring local farmers, artisans, entertainment & more! Sundays from Grand Opening on June 27 - Thanksgiving Day, October 10, 2010. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm ~ Station Lane and Eureka Street (just off Main Street), Unionville, Ontario. (I'll be a Market Vendor, rain or shine, for June 27th, July 11th, August 15th, September 12th and October 3rd Sunday dates.)
South Paw Trading Post..... Featuring local Artisan one-of-a-kind originals, hand-crafted art and jewelry, lodge and cottage decor, cowhide rugs and pillows, chain saw art, Native art, mocassins, fishing tackle, gifts, souvenirs and MUCH MORE ! Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day ~ 26102 Hwy. #48 (on the bend), Sutton, Ontario. Tel: 905-722-8033 
Lisa Charlton Art and Gift Gallery..... Open by appointment ONLY or during Georgina Studio Tour (Please see SEPTEMBER details above). 23206 Miles Rd., Sutton West, Ontario, Canada. For more information on any of the above venues or to make an appointment to visit studio, please email