Here are some of the events and opportunities around Town:  

Explore historic female heroes at Book Club: Pick up a featured book and explore the stories of women during WWI and WWII. Book club members have the choice of reading “The Diamond Eye” by Kate Quinn or “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah.  Join us on March 28 for a workshop event featuring book discussion and related historical craft, Ukrainian Wax Egg Decorating based on the traditional methods of Pysanky.  

When: Sign up by March 2 and join the book club chat on March 28  
Where: Elman W. Campbell Museum (134 Main Street South) 
Cost: $11.15 
Age: Over 18 years  
Register: newmarket.perfectmind.com using Course ID: 78113 

Meet Newmarket-born bestselling author Ashley Audrain: Share an intimate evening with bestselling author Ashley Audrain. Her debut novel, The Push, was a New York Times, Sunday Times, and number one international bestseller and a Good Morning  America Book Club pick. It has sold in more than forty territories, and a limited television series is currently in development. Her second novel, The Whispers, is also a number one international bestseller. Audrain previously worked as the publicity director of Penguin Books Canada, and prior to that she worked in public relations. She lives in Toronto but is originally from Newmarket.  

When: Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m.  
Where: Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Avenue)  
Cost: free 
Age: Any 
No registration required 

Get INSPRIED by local emergency responders at Central York Fire Services: Join Central York Fire Services (CYFS) for the fifth annual INSPIRE event which is designed to ignite interest in the next generation of first responders. Held in recognition of International Women’s Day, CYFS will be joined by non-profit and emergency service organizations focused on empowerment, community, mental health, and more. Learn more at cyfs.ca/inspire. 

When: Saturday, March 7 at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.   
Where: Ian Laing Headquarters (300 Earl Stewart Drive) 
Cost: free 
Age: Any 
No registration required – drop-in event 

Create & Build: A Pocketlings Youth Entrepreneurship Workshop: Pocketlings were created by a 10-year-old Black girl who couldn't find a soft doll that made her feel seen—so she made one.  This International Women’s Day the Newmarket Library is hosting an interactive workshop to encourage young entrepreneurs to explore how ideas turn into mini businesses through storytelling, creativity and hands-on activities. Participants will hear the inspiring story behind the kid-led Pocketlings business and can design their own mini business concept in a fun, supportive environment. The session blends creativity, problem-solving, and age-appropriate money concepts without feeling like a lesson. Kids can expect to create, share ideas and walk away feeling proud of what they’ve built with a few surprise giveaways to make the experience even more memorable. Registration is required. 

When: Saturday, March 7 at 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.  
Where: Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Avenue)  
Cost: $10 per child  
Age: 8 to 12 recommended 
Register: newmarket.perfectmind.com 

Give to Gain: Show your support and donate to the Women’s Centre of York Region, a not-for-profit empowering woman and their families since 1977 through counselling, education, peer support, and essential services that help them overcome trauma, build stability, and create brighter futures.  

As an organization, the Town of Newmarket offers staff education supporting our priority to be one of the most inclusive and welcoming communities, including this year’s IWD guest speaker who focuses on how to break down bias and create authentic allyship.

These are just some of the many ways you can celebrate in Newmarket. To learn more about the global movement and how individuals can give to gain, visit internationalwomensday.com