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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Power Up Prize Pack
Bowlerama Rexdale — LEVEL UP YOUR NIGHT OUT! To celebrate the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, we’re giving away a Power Up Prize Pack complete with Super Mario merch and a Spl
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Power Up Prize Pack
Splitsville Bowl Woodbridge — LEVEL UP YOUR NIGHT OUT! To celebrate the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, we’re giving away a Power Up Prize Pack complete with Super Mario merch and a Spl
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50% OFF standard bowling
Bowlerama Rexdale — Join our Kids Club and unlock a special discount code that gives you 50% OFF standard bowling* throughout the summer holidays! Sign up here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x3Hod Offer valid Monday–Friday before 4pm, from June 29th to September 4th 2026
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$18.99 per person for two games and a burger
Bowlerama Rexdale — Bowling and burgers? Count us in! Get two games and a burger for only $18.99 per person
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25% off bowling
Bowlerama Rexdale — Fathers day is fast approaching, and what better way to spend the day than with 25% off bowling Use promo code 25DAD when booked to bowl before 2pm on Sunday June 21s
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50% OFF standard bowling
Splitsville Bowl Richmond Hill — Offer valid Monday–Friday before 4pm, from June 29th to September 4th 2026
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Kids Club discount
Splitsville Bowl Richmond Hill — Join our Kids Club and unlock a special discount code that gives you 50% OFF standard bowling* throughout the summer holidays! Sign up here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x3Hod
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50% OFF standard bowling
Splitsville Bowl Woodbridge — Join our Kids Club and unlock a special discount code that gives you 50% OFF standard bowling* throughout the summer holidays! Sign up here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x3Hod Offer valid Monday–Friday before 4pm, from June 29th to September 4th 2026
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$18.99 per person for two games and a burger
Splitsville Bowl Woodbridge — Bowling and burgers? Count us in! Get two games and a burger for only $18.99 per person
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25% off bowling
Splitsville Bowl Woodbridge — Fathers day is fast approaching, and what better way to spend the day than with 25% off bowling Use promo code 25DAD when booked to bowl before 2pm on Sunday June 21s
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World Cup live games
Splitsville Bowl Richmond Hill — Soccer’s biggest tournament is here! We’ll be showing live games on our big screens so you can enjoy the action with us … See more
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Free Exhibition Guided Tours @ Varley Art Gallery
Markham Community Events — Join the Gallery Animateurs for free 30-minute guided tours of the Varley Art Gallery’s 2026 Summer Exhibitions, “What holds us together” and “Sketching the Past”. This program is funded by Canada Summer Jobs and the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham. Public Tour Schedule (30 minutes, English): Fridays | 7 PM Saturdays and Sundays | 3 PM Public Holidays (Canada Day, Civic Holiday, and Labou
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Free Exhibition Guided Tours @ Varley Art Gallery
Markham Community Events — Join the Gallery Animateurs for free 30-minute guided tours of the Varley Art Gallery’s 2026 Summer Exhibitions, “What holds us together” and “Sketching the Past”. This program is funded by Canada Summer Jobs and the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham. Public Tour Schedule (30 minutes, English): Fridays | 7 PM Saturdays and Sundays | 3 PM Public Holidays (Canada Day, Civic Holiday, and Labou
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Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham - Fan Friday
Markham Community Events — The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy is coming to Markham from August 14 to 16, 2026. This exciting three day event will bring world class INDYCAR racing to the city, along with a fun festival atmosphere, big crowds, and plenty of action all weekend long. Whether you are a racing fan or just want to experience the buzz, this is one event you will not want to miss August 14th- Fan Friday Kick things o
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Free Exhibition Guided Tours @ Varley Art Gallery
Markham Community Events — Join the Gallery Animateurs for free 30-minute guided tours of the Varley Art Gallery’s 2026 Summer Exhibitions, “What holds us together” and “Sketching the Past”. This program is funded by Canada Summer Jobs and the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham. Public Tour Schedule (30 minutes, English): Fridays | 7 PM Saturdays and Sundays | 3 PM Public Holidays (Canada Day, Civic Holiday, and Labou
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Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham- Pole Day
Markham Community Events — The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy is coming to Markham from August 14 to 16, 2026. This exciting three day event will bring world class INDYCAR racing to the city, along with a fun festival atmosphere, big crowds, and plenty of action all weekend long. Whether you are a racing fan or just want to experience the buzz, this is one event you will not want to miss August 15th- Pole Day A full day of r
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Free Exhibition Guided Tours @ Varley Art Gallery
Markham Community Events — Join the Gallery Animateurs for free 30-minute guided tours of the Varley Art Gallery’s 2026 Summer Exhibitions, “What holds us together” and “Sketching the Past”. This program is funded by Canada Summer Jobs and the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham. Public Tour Schedule (30 minutes, English): Fridays | 7 PM Saturdays and Sundays | 3 PM Public Holidays (Canada Day, Civic Holiday, and Labou
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What it's like to live here
Read the neighbourhood like a local: daily errands, green space, housing, and the current pulse around Thornlea.
Daily errands23 nearby
Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.
Walkable core25 close-by
Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.
Green space2 parks & trails
Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.
What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood
Massanutten Resort Massanutten Resort features Virginia's first alpine coaster, offering a unique winter attraction.
Scout's noteBridgeforth Stadium James Madison University is planning to expand Bridgeforth Stadium and reimagine the mid-campus district.
Scout's noteRoberts Bank A proposed pipeline terminal is under consideration at Roberts Bank in Delta.
Scout's noteHighway 7 / Bayview Avenue Getting around: Highway 7 / Bayview Avenue is one of the transit stops serving the area.
Scout's noteRussell Farm Park The green space locals head to around here is Russell Farm Park.
Scout's noteThe Alley Hub The Alley Hub is a go-to local spot for a bite around here.
Scout's noteUpdated August 9, 2026
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What changed around Thornlea
Openings, roadwork, civic decisions, development and public-space updates classified from recent source-linked local coverage.
Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan men among dozens charged in online child-exploitation investigationRichmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan men among dozens charged in online child-exploitation investigation RedditRichmond Hill, Markham, VaughanFamily of toddler killed in Richmond Hill daycare crash suing driver and daycareFamily of toddler killed in Richmond Hill daycare crash suing driver and daycare Toronto StarFamily, Richmond Hill, Toronto Star Family‘I just like doing it’: Richmond Hill girl, 9, wins international baton-twirling title at America’s Youth on Parade competition‘I just like doing it’: Richmond Hill girl, 9, wins international baton-twirling title at America’s Youth on Parade competition YorkRegion.comRichmond Hill, America, YouthEvents this weekend in the York Region area from Aug. 7–9Events this weekend in the York Region area from Aug. 7–9 YorkRegion.comEvents, York Region, YorkRegion.com EventsRichmond Hill 'Steeped in History' Exhibit and Georgina Sutton Fair & Horse ShowRichmond Hill 'Steeped in History' Exhibit and Georgina Sutton Fair & Horse Show CP24Richmond Hill, Steeped, History' ExhibitGeorgia elementary school student caught with gun in backpack on first day of classGeorgia elementary school student caught with gun in backpack on first day of class WSB-TVGeorgia, WSB-TV Georgia, WSB-TV Richmond Hill News
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Weekend picks in Thornlea
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CAARU Picnic 2026
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CAARU Picnic 2026
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Theatre Workshop Sign-up Form
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Theatre Workshop Sign-up Form
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U+ Community Regional Speech Contest (Contest Participant Sign-Up)
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The quick read
What is Thornlea good for day to day?
Thornlea has 8 food and drink places and 1 mapped park in the current Tiny Local Adventure map, plus current event and local-news signals when available.
What are homes like in Thornlea right now?
Tiny Local Adventure currently sees 6 home listings in or near Thornlea, with a median asking price around $1,198,800.
Is Thornlea a good place to live?
Thornlea has 1 park and green space, 8 places to eat, and 15 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 6 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.
What are homes like in Thornlea?
There are 6 homes for sale in and around Thornlea, priced from $589,500 to $2,088,000 (median about $1,198,800). See the Homes page for current listings.
What is Thornlea known for?
Thornlea is known locally for its 8-strong food and drink scene.
What's happening in Thornlea this week?
There are 30 events on this week in and around Thornlea, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.
Who is Thornlea best for?
Based on what's here, Thornlea suits shopping and errands.
Good to know
What is there to do in Thornlea?
Thornlea has 1 parks and green spaces, 8 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Thornlea?
Most of Thornlea is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.
How do I get to Thornlea?
Thornlea sits in Richmond Hill, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Thornlea?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Thornlea, and can connect you with a local agent.