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Bloor West Food Bank 2024 Holiday Fundraiser

It’s the season of giving! Join us in spreading holiday cheer by supporting the Bloor West Food Bank’s Holiday Fundraiser. Your donation of just $25 helps provide holiday gift cards for the 325+ families we serve each week. Together, we can make the holidays brighter for seniors, working families, and children in our community. 3 Easy Ways to Donate: 1️⃣ Visit www.bwfb.ca for credit cards 2️⃣ Email info@bwfb.ca for e-transfer 3️⃣ Donate in person at the Bloor West Food Bank (at St. Pius X Catholic Church) Plus, every $25 donation enters you into a draw for Toronto Raptors tickets and other exciting prizes. Help to make the season bright by getting your donations in by December 19th to qualify for the draw!...

Santa’s Wintry Wonderland

NOVEMBER 16 TO DECEMBER 24 Frosted pines and jolly times await! Embrace the Holiday spirit and take a snapshot with Santa among the frosted pines in his Wintry Wonderland from now until December 24 (Christmas Eve). Pre-register using the calendar at https://mycloverdale.com/santa to reserve your spot to visit and have a photo taken with Santa in his Wintry Wonderland forest. Walk-in visits will be available each day on a first come, first served basis, while time permits. Psssst! To avoid long wait times, we recommend coming in during the weekdays and earlier in the season. Please note: Walk-ins will not be available 30-minutes before set break times and 30-minutes before closing times. Please check with Santa's helpers upon arrival. Santa's Hours: Monday to Friday 10 am to 1:30 pm | 2:10 pm to 4:30 pm | 5 pm to 7 pm Saturday 10 am to 12 pm | 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm | 3 pm to 6 pm Sunday 11 am to 2:20 pm | 3 pm to 6...

Fleurs de Villes NOËL in Bloor-Yorkville

Fleurs de Villes returns to Bloor Yorkville with its 3rd annual seasonal showcase NOËL, a festive floral trail featuring fresh floral pop-ups, this year inspired by the Songs of the Season. Hosted by the Bloor-Yorkville Business Improvement Area (BY BIA) this free five-day activation will take the public on a self-guided floral journey as Toronto’s most talented floral artists bring beloved holiday songs to life throughout the Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood. To learn more visit: https://www.bloor-yorkville.com/fleursdevillesnoel/...

Free Kid’s Holiday Bash At Swansea Town Hall

Hey Friends! Let’s kick off the holiday season with some festive fun! 🎄✨ Join us for a FREE Holiday Kid’s Bash: 📍 Swansea Town Hall - 95 Lavinia Ave 📅 Friday, Dec 1 ⏰ 11 AM - 12 PM Spots are limited, please email amrita@bradjlambrealty.com 🎨 Face Painting 🎁 Ornament Crafts 🍪 Cookie Decorating 📸 A Fun Holiday Photo Spot to capture magical moments! Raffle prizes from some of our amazing local businesses - Craig's Cookies - Massage Addict - Fox and John's Restaurant and Pub - Melonheads - Booster Juice...

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols At St Olaves Church

The church will be glowing with candles as we sing carols and hear readings from from Genesis (the fall of Adam) to Luke (birth of Jesus). Our choir, led by Director of Music Jeremy Tingle, will sing special anthems as well in this season favourite. Reception to follow....

Baroque Brilliance with the Lavinia Ensemble

Be enchanted by music of the baroque and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this concert in support of the Bloor West Food Bank. Following the success of “Mozart in the Sun” in October, the Lavinia Ensemble returns for a Christmas concert. Director and violinist, Mark Whale, is joined by Erick Oliver Wawrzkiewicz (violin) in Bach’s Double Violin Concerto and by Tyler Romesburg (oboe), in Marcello’s Concerto for Oboe and Strings. Other works include Vivaldi’s Concerto for two violins in A minor, Corelli’s Christmas Concerto and the Overture from Handel’s Messiah. Audience participation in the Twelve Days of Christmas is optional! Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students....

The Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan at Mississauga Light Up the Square

The Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan is returning to Mississauga on November 23, to light up the city and bring joy and holiday magic! New to this year’s tour is Canada’s Kindest Community, a nationwide search, in partnership with Community Foundations of Canada, where Canadians are invited to share acts of kindness, whether their own or those of others, that have made life in their community better. The community with the most nominations will receive a $50,000 donation to their local Community Foundation. Guests will get to: - Have an opportunity to capture a picture with the iconic Coca-Cola Holiday truck driven by Santa himself. - Receive a complimentary Coca-Cola beverage. - Nominate their community as part of a nationwide search to identify and reward Canada’s Kindest Community. Admission: Free + Public To learn more about Canada’s Kindest Community, submit a kindness act or find a Caravan stop near you, visit www.coke.ca/holiday....

Mimico Christmas Market

Get all of your holiday shopping done at one convenient location - right in the heart of Mimico. Join us on Saturday, December 14th, from 11 am - 5 pm at Mimico Presbyterian, to find the perfect gift for every person on your Christmas list. Don't miss out on discovering unique, extraordinary and fresh finds from some of Toronto's most talented and passionate small business owners....

Singing Out: Holiday Road Trip

Join Singing Out for our spectacular holiday concert, "Holiday Road Trip"! As Canada’s largest 2SLGBTQQIA+ choir based in Toronto, we are thrilled to come together to celebrate the season with a vibrant mix of music and community spirit. This concert is more than just a performance; it’s a heartfelt journey through the joys and traditions of the holidays, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and togetherness. “Holiday Road Trip” will take you on an uplifting adventure filled with a delightful variety of holiday road trip songs, all performed with our signature energy and passion. Each piece reflects the warmth and joy of the season, creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel welcomed and celebrated. In addition to the music, this event will feature stories and moments that emphasize the diverse experiences within our community. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, share in the festive spirit, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re a long-time supporter of Singing Out or new to our choir,...

Annual Christmas Bazaar – St. Gregory’s CWL

Come on out to buy baked goods, treasures & jewellery, games & children’s items. Bid at the Silent Auction & purchase raffle tickets for great prizes. Santa visiting at 11AM & join us for lunch at noon in the tea room....