Cornell Community Centre is a 129 000 square foot centre, located at 3201 Bur Oak Ave, Markham, Ontario. It is one of the newest community centres in the City of Markham. It was opened on December 17, 2012, and includes many features. The community centre is connected to Markham Stouffville Hospital, allowing many different facilities to be available for patients and doctors. The Library also has a section dedicated to health, diseases, and hospital usages on the second floor.Features offeredIndoor playgroundThere is a two-story indoor playground with slides, rock climbing wall, gym equipment for children, and more. Drop-in hours are available for parents to bring their children and advanced registration is not required. Parents are responsible for supervision of their children. The Indoor playground is available for rentals.Rehearsal HallThe rehearsal hall is what makes Cornell unique, as it is the only community centre with one. Seating 200 in a theatre format, this hall hosts performances and presentations, having surround sound, soundproof walls, and a projector screen available for use. The rehearsal hall is available for rentals.LibraryThe Library has a vast variety of books, CDs, manga, magazines, movies, and audiobooks. Comfortable seating is available through the library, including: a fireplace lounge, café, and teen area (complete with video game amenities). Other features include a media wall and over a dozen study rooms. A designated area for children provides families with easy readers, kid-friendly movies, and educational toys. The library also offer more than 30 computers for use.
