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VegTO Fest 2025
2025-09-20 11:00 - 2025-09-21 18:00 (America/Toronto) | Nathan Phillips Square 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2N1, Canada
Join us in celebrating the 40th anniversary edition of VegTO Fest! Canada’s largest, free-to-attend plant based festival happening this September 20th-21st in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Come for the food and stay for the fun! At VegTO Fest there’s even more to explore with interactive experiences, exciting contests, kid-friendly activities, thought provoking panels, hands on workshops, musical performances, and more.

Veg Friendly Bites – Delicious plant-based food for every palette and budget.
Cutting-Edge Veg – Meet the creators bringing fresh ideas to compassionate living.
Activism Through Kindness – A welcoming space to share and connect with Toronto’s plant-based community.

Did we mention that it’s FREE? Come and explore on Saturday, September 20th from 11am-7pm and on Sunday, September 21st from 11am-7pm.

Can’t wait to see you there!

Website: https://www.veg.ca/veg-to-fest

Nathan Phillips Square
100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N3

Relish: The Foodie Event at Cloverdale Mall
2025-09-20 11:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Cloverdale Mall, 250 The East Mall, Etobicoke, M9B 3Y8
RELISH returns for three delicious days — September 19 to 21, 2025 — held in the mall’s north parking lot
Cloverdale. Kick off your weekend with foodie festivities from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, then dive back in Saturday 11 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Get ready to indulge — the event features 16 gourmet food trucks, 5 food tents, and 30+ local vendors in the Taste & Makers’ Marketplace, plus live music, engaging workshops, and family-friendly fun.
New this year …. Sip & Relish, an adult-only garden serving craft cocktails and local brews in a relaxed, flavourful space.
Even better, it’s free admission, rain or shine, and supports a great cause — surplus food will be rescued by Second Harvest, with portions of proceeds from select activities benefitting their food-rescue efforts

VegTO Fest
2025-09-20 11:00 - 19:00 | Nathan Phillips Square 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2N1, Canada
Join us in celebrating the 40th anniversary edition of VegTO Fest! Canada’s largest, free-to-attend plant based festival happening this September 20th-21st in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Come for the food and stay for the fun! At VegTO Fest there’s even more to explore with interactive experiences, exciting contests, kid-friendly activities, thought provoking panels, hands on workshops, musical performances, and more.

Veg Friendly Bites – Delicious plant-based food for every palette and budget.
Cutting-Edge Veg – Meet the creators bringing fresh ideas to compassionate living.
Activism Through Kindness – A welcoming space to share and connect with Toronto’s plant-based community.

Did we mention that it’s FREE? Come and explore on Saturday, September 20th from 11am-7pm and on Sunday, September 21st from 11am-7pm.

Can’t wait to see you there!

Celebrate Black Excellence 2025
2025-09-20 11:00 - 16:00 | harbourfront centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, M5J 2G8
Join the Ontario Science Centre for a fun and free community event at Harbourfront Centre, recognizing and celebrating the contributions of Black scientists, artists, entrepreneurs and other inspiring individuals. Enjoy family-friendly workshops, activities and presentations while connecting with diverse Black community groups.

Chartwell Grenadier & Scarlett Heights Open House
2025-09-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Chartwell Grenadier, 2100 Bloor St Wet, Toronto
Join us at our Open House to learn about what Chartwell has to offer. Along with multiple booths such as Brick & Bloom Real Estate Group.

Walk and Talk Club
2025-09-20 10:00 - 11:00 | 123 La Rose Ave, 123 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke, M9P 1A6, Canada
The Walk and Talk Club is a casual, welcoming group who want to stay active, connect with others, and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re a brisk walker or prefer a slower pace, everyone is welcome.
Each week, we explore local trails, parks, and neighbourhood routes together – moving at a pace that works for the group. It’s a great way to support your health while making new friends.
To register or for more information
Email community@stdemetrius.ca or Call 647-725-0877

Inclusive social & friendship groups for children on the autism spectrum
2025-09-20 09:30 - 11:30 | Summit Micro School – 291A Jane St, Toronto, ON M6S 3Z3, 291A Jane St., Toronto, M6S 3Z3, Canada
At Willow Psychological Services, our Social and Friendship Groups support children on the autism spectrum in building confidence, social skills, and meaningful connections. Through fun, structured activities led by experienced professionals, children learn to communicate, cooperate, and form friendships in a safe and supportive environment. sessions are fully covered by the OAP and most extended health benefits.

Humber Bay Shores Farmers' Market
2025-09-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Humber Bay Park West, 2225 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Etobicoke
Join us in our 13th year every Saturday. May 31st to October 11th at Humber Bay Park West.

Junction Farmers Market
2025-09-20 09:00 - 13:00 | 275 Keele Street (Baird Park), 275 Keele Street, Toronto, M6P 2K5, Canada
A weekly Saturday farmers market held in Baird Park (Keele and Humberside) from May 17 to October 25. Live music, Community Corner and special events throughout the season.

How about Friday Night, Karaoke, Music, Comic Books?
2025-09-19 21:30 - 2025-09-20 02:00 | Etobicoke Local, 2961 Lake Shore Blvd, Etobicoke, M8V 1J5
Offbeat, fun, silly, random karaoke. And sometimes geeky little prizes? Free. Join us Friday 9:30pm to 2:00 am. Oh. We don’t take it too seriously. We just have a good time. I’ve always done this for fun. Why? Because I love seeing people get up there and challenge themselves and express themselves and have fun. That’s everything to me. It’s why I do it. The moment I forget why I’ll stop. I remember being terrified to try karaoke as a teenager and trying to work through the fear. I love the regulars and I love encouraging them. The moment it feels like work I’ll stop 🙂 Classic rock, pop, country, rock n roll, R&B, Showtunes, try something fun. Oh also the bar has cheap drinks, pool, and darts.
@exilekaraoke
ETOBICOKE LOCAL 2961 Lakeshore Blvd W

Friday Bands The Stew At Long Branch Legion 101
2025-09-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Long Branch Legion 101, 3850 Lake Shore Blvd W,, Etobicoke
Live Music Dancing

Etobicoke Ribfest 2025
2025-09-19 12:00 - 22:00 | Colonel Samuel Smith Park, 3145 Lakeshore Blvd West, Etobicoke, Ontario, M8V4B6, Austria
The 4th Annual Etobicoke Ribfest 2025 Presented by Ontario Festival Group will take place at Colonel Samuel Smith Park, Kipling and Lakeshore, convenient for area residents and visitors from all over.
Featuring North America’s Best Rib Teams ready to serve you, your friends and family Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs.
There will be a variety of festival foods like corn dogs, roasted corn, poutines, funnel cakes and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer. Plenty of activities including a Spectacular Midway, Face painting, Marketplace, Artisans and more… Watch Live Music all weekend long featuring Tributes and a variety of local bands. Like us on Facebook for daily updates!
LAST ENTRY – 30 minutes before closing
📅 DATES & TIMES:
– FRI SEPT 19, 2025 | 12:00PM – 10:00PM
– SAT SEPT 20, 2025 | 12:00PM – 10:00PM
– SUN SEPT 21, 2025 | 12:00PM – 7:00PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION WITH $5 CHARITABLE DONATION SUGGESTED
🐕 PET-FRIENDLY | ATM ON SITE
As of July 1st 2025, Ontario Festival Group & Ribfest X are committed to eliminating all single-use plastics at our events, including water bottles, cups, containers, and utensils. We encourage guests to bring their own reusable water bottles, which can be refilled at our onsite water stations for FREE. All reusable water bottles must be emptied before entering event grounds.

Stretch & Strength (Level 1)
2025-09-19 10:15 - 11:00, 2025-09-17 10:15 - 11:00 | 123 La Rose Ave, 123 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke, M9P 1A6, Canada
A gentle class combining light strength exercises with guided stretching to improve mobility, posture, and overall body balance. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a safe, low-impact way to build strength and flexibility.
123 La Rose Avenue | 647-725-0877 | community@stdemetrius.ca | www.stdemetrius.ca

Two New Ontario Science Centre Exhibitions Now Open at CF Sherway Gardens!
2025-09-19 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-16 10:00 - 18:00 | CF Sherway Gardens, 25 The West Mall, Etobicoke, Ontario, M9C 1B8, Canada
Adventure awaits!

Step into Survival: The Exhibition and Earth Matters—two new hands-on, family-friendly experiences packed with discovery, wonder and fun. From climbing and building to solving real-world challenges, these interactive exhibitions spark curiosity and inspire environmental exploration for the whole family. Plus, enjoy Science Centre favourites at Innovation Station, Imagination Playground, and Rigamajig.

Find the Ontario Science Centre Experiences at CF Sherway Gardens, located near Zara and Nike. Open on all statutory holidays this summer, including August 4 and September 1. Book your visit today!

A night of NEO Burlesque at MY HOUSE in the Junction……
2025-09-18 21:00 - 23:00 | 2882 Dundas Street West, 2882 Dundas Street West, Toronto, M6P 1Y8
Step into a glamorous night of Neo Burlesque, where the atmosphere oozes with seductive allure. The venue is bathed in low, sultry lighting, casting an enchanting glow upon the crowd. As you take your seat they scent of delectable cuisine wafts through the air. The menu boasts a fusion of decadent dishes, from Oysters, Lamb and Foie Gras to delectable sweets. Exquisite cocktails, like the classic Martini and vintage-inspired concoctions, arrive at your table with an artistic flourish.
The show begins with a mesmerizing overture, the dancers adorned in sequins, feathers and lace, each more enchanting than the last. Their graceful movements and sensual choreography tease and titillate, leaving the audience spellbound. As the night unfolds, the energy in the room sizzles. Applause fills the air, mingling with laughter and whispered conversations. The performers, masters of the art of tease, captivate with their wit and charisma.
The evening unfolds like a beautifully choreographed performance, a harmonious blend of dance and music.

Adult Bollywood Dance Fitness - High Park
2025-09-18 20:00 - 20:50 | Swansea Town Hall
Resuming in September, Our Adult Bollywood Dance Fitness program is a dance workout that combines easy-to-follow dance movements, body weight strength training, dance learning, and yoga cool downs to beautiful rhythms spanning from South Asia to the Middle East.
No dance experience is required. This is a low to moderate-impact class to accommodate all fitness levels and ages.
This is a community-based program that runs three times per year across 2 locations.

Big on Bay Scavenger Hunt
2025-09-18 17:00 - 22:00 | Nathan Phillips Square 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2N1, Canada
Big on Bay is a fun event occurring in the Toronto downtown core on September 18th, 2025, at 5:00 pm for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto Day to raise critical funds to support youth mentorship.

Teams of 5 will engage in fun activities in and around Bay Street; helping to raise awareness of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto while getting the chance to win amazing prizes and bragging rights of being Big on Bay for team and individual challenges. Upon the game completion, we will gather to celebrate Big Brothers Big Sisters Toronto Day at an After-Party.

To participate, teams are expected to raise funds through peer to peer fundraising or general donation to sponsor a Little for a year in our program! With over 400 kids still on our waitlist, your participation helps us move one step closer to ensuring every child has the support they deserve.

Big On Bay
2025-09-18 17:00 - 22:00 | Nathan Phillips Square 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2N1, Canada

Mat Yoga (Level 2)
2025-09-18 09:15 - 10:00 | 123 La Rose Ave, 123 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke, M9P 1A6, Canada
A grounding practice done entirely on the mat, focusing on breath, alignment, and mindful movement. This class helps improve flexibility, strength, and balance while encouraging relaxation and stress relief. Suitable for all levels.

123 La Rose Avenue | 647-725-0877 | community@stdemetrius.ca | www.stdemetrius.ca

Great Lakes Brewery Trivia Night
2025-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Great Lakes Brewery
Come hang out on our improved winterized patio & test your knowledge of history, geography, books and niche actresses from yesteryear.

Long and Strong Muscles for Mobility
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | 123 La Rose Ave, 123 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke, M9P 1A6, Canada
This class format draws on the EssentricsTM movement technique. You will experience a full-body workout strengthening and stretching muscles while standing (with a chair for support). The dynamic, flowing movements of this class format are gentle on joints and aim to address imbalances in the musculoskeletal system. By working the body’s 650 muscles and 360 joints through dynamic movements like those of Tai Chi and Yoga, the class can help improve flexibility, strength, posture, balance and range of motion. The class is conducted while standing and uses a chair for support. Come and experience a gentle, yet challenging full body re-boot with Michelle
123 La Rose Avenue | 647-725-0877 | community@stdemetrius.ca | www.stdemetrius.ca

Annette Farmers Market
2025-09-17 15:00 - 19:00 | Runnnymede Presebyterian Church, 680 Annette Street, Toronto
The market, known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of local produce, drew a steady crowd of enthusiastic shoppers and food lovers. Under hot and humid conditions, visitors were greeted by a colourful array of fresh fruits, vegetables, floral arrangements and baked goods, all sourced from nearby farms and producers. The air was filled with the enticing aromas of sizzling street food and freshly brewed coffee. The Annette Farmers Market includes a bounty of local agriculture and fosters a strong connection between producers and consumers.

Montgomery Inn Farmers Market
2025-09-17 14:00 - 19:00 | Mongomery’s Inn
Every Wednesday from 2pm to 6pm, this local gem brings together farmers, small biz owners, and hungry shoppers in search of fresh, local goodness. The vibe was super friendly as folks from all over Toronto West stopped in for produce, homemade treats, and a good old community catch-up. With familiar vendors, friendly faces, and the charm of historic Montgomery’s Inn, the market felt like the place to be.

Professional Hypnosis Certification Online Training At Hypno Healing
2025-09-17 14:00 - 18:00 | Hypno Healing Institute
Enroll in Our Live Online NGH Hypnosis Training and Start a Fulfilling Career Journey!
Are you ready to transform lives, including your own, and unlock the incredible power of the mind? Join our life-changing 100-hour live virtual NGH Hypnosis Training program and step into your new role as a Certified Hypnotist or Certified Hypnotherapist.
Why This Course?
🌟 Empower Others: Learn how to help people overcome challenges and achieve their personal goals.
🌟 Expert Guidance: Engage in interactive live sessions led by a seasoned professional who is dedicated to your success.
🌟 Hands-On Experience: Benefit from practical exercises, real-time demonstrations, and practicum ensuring you gain the confidence and skills needed to thrive.
🌟 Ongoing Support: Receive continuous mentorship and support throughout your first full year, ensuring you never feel alone.
Certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists
This is more than just a course; it’s a stepping stone to a fulfilling and impactful career. Don’t miss this chance to transform your passion for helping others into a professional calling.
Limited spots available – enroll today and secure your future!
Course Details:
🚀 Schedule: Once a week, Wednesday’s for 14 weeks,
Time: 2 PM EST to 6 PM EST
🚀 Class Dates: Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec 3, 10, 2025
🚀 Investment:
$2999.99CAD + HST = $3389.99CAD

Join the Seniors’ Group at Polycultural
2025-09-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services, 3363 Bloor St W, Toronto, M8X 1G2
Are you 55+ and looking to make new friends, stay active, and enjoy various social activities? We would love to welcome you and your friends to our community. Come for educational presentations, exercise sessions, museum visits, neighborhood explorations, and so much more—all for FREE!

Join us every Wednesday from 2 pm to 4 pm for engaging events and fun activities!

For more information please contact Gabriela:
ggubikova@polycultural.org, 416-233-0055 ext. 1231

Or visit our location at 3363 Bloor St W, Etobicoke

Online Scrapbooking At St Demetrius
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:30 | 123 La Rose Ave, 123 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke, M9P 1A6, Canada
We’ll look at some basic photo editing an platforms like Canva or Shutterfly where you’ll be able to design scrapbook pages with pictures and captions to keep in a digital folder to print memory books.

123 La Rose Avenue | 647-725-0877 | community@stdemetrius.ca | www.stdemetrius.ca
