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12/03/2016 Classical Music Series - Evergreen Club Contemporary Gamelan Central East $30 - $39

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD21Tv Meet ECCG, a group of eight Toronto-based musicians who commission new works while keeping classical Indonesian music alive. Collectively known as a “gamelan” orchestra, they expertly move between traditional Indonesian and Western repertoires.

12/03/2016 Kensington Krawl Food Tour Downtown $60 - $69

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnV7yA Taste your way through Toronto's most unique and eclectic neighbourhood on a culinary excursion in Kensington Market. As we stroll, you will learn about the history and heritage of the market, meet local shopkeepers and chefs, and indulge in variety of delicious foods and drinks. What's included? 8 generous food and drink tastings

12/03/2016 Free Family Movie Event Southwest Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD0tJl The World Vision Gift Catalogue presents The Polar Express! Bring your family and friends, free of charge to our community event as we celebrate Christmas and thank residents for their generosity this year. While donations will be accepted, this is part of our free community outreach initiatives to see families spend time together at this time of year. This Tom Hanks film features Billy, a reluctant passenger on the ride of his life to the North Pole. His adventure pays off with a chance encounter with Santa. Visually stunning, the story is a testament that taking a chance can lead to wonderful new friends and experiences never thought possible.

12/03/2016 Toronto Marlies vs Hartford Wolf Pack Central West

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnStJ8 Toronto Marlies vs Hartford Wolf Pack in the American Hockey League regular season.

12/03/2016 Ringing and Singing Gloria Central East $20 - $29

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD21CY The choir, joined by soloists Kelsey Taylor and Eugenia Dermentzis, and the Toronto Sinfonietta, will perform Vivaldi's Gloria, Mendelssohn's From Heaven on High and selections from Handel's Messiah. We have invited a special guest - Bells of St. Matthew's handbell choir. As always, the audience will join us in a carol sing-a-long. It promises to be another memorable concert!

12/03/2016 Ontario Pops Holiday Sing-A-Long! Southwest

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCYGDT Christmas is a time for presents, family, and most of all, music! On December 3, 2016, join the Ontario Pops for a Sing-A-Long of everyone's favourite Christmas carols and songs. At Humber Valley United Church at 7PM, a night of beautiful holiday music begins with an hour-long silent auction and refreshments, to be followed at 8PM by carols accompanied by the Etobicoke Centennial Choir and soprano Andrea Rebello. Tickets are available on the Ontario Pops website at http://ift.tt/2gnTwsK.

12/03/2016 International Day of Persons with Disabilities Downtown Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnYNQV You are cordially invited to come to this year's International Day of Persons with Disabilities event focused on employment. Elected representatives from all three levels of government are invited to come and speak on government employment initiatives, as well as persons with disabilities to share their employment success stories. Employment agencies are also invited to come and network with job seekers. Program: 2 – 2:10 Welcome 2:10 – 2:40 Government Speeches 2:40 – 3:10 Panel Presentation: Employment success stories from diverse disability groups 3:10 – 3:40 Question and Answer Period 3:40 – 4:20 Networking with Employment Agencies Refreshments, attendant care and ASL will be provided.

12/03/2016 Cavalcade of Lights in Old Town Toronto Downtown Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnQqVx Come and celebrate the holiday season in Old Town Toronto as we light our snowflake tree, sing carols and enjoy a free hot chocolate or hot apple cider. Our Cavalcade of Lights event will be held on Saturday, December 3rd from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at King and Church Street (beside the Cathedral of St. James). For more information, go to http://ift.tt/2gD22Xz

12/03/2016 In The Christmas Spirit: An Evening of Seasonal Stories and Songs Northeast $1 - $9

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCVhF8 Our 17th year! This year we have Michelle Dubé-CTV, Mike Wise-CBC, Pauline Chan-CTV and Paul Bliss-CTV reading Rosie the Ruby Fairy and the Christmas Mail Mix-up; The Last Straw; Johann's Gift to Christmas; and Dave Cooks the Turkey. Music by the East York Concert Band, several choirs, the V.I.P. singers, Toronto French Montessori School Choir and the Seneca Hill Public Choir. All money goes to Outreach programs and the Drop-Inn program for the homeless and hungry. Tax receipts for donations $15 or greater. This is a non-profit fundraising event.

12/03/2016 Toronto Humane Society's Pet Pics with Santa Central East $10 - $19

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnVA3U On the first weekend in December, join us and have your pet's picture taken with Santa Claus! For just $15 you will receive at least 3 professional pictures by email in the weeks following the event! No pet? No problem! Everyone is invited to come to this fun event & enjoy some delicious baked goods while browsing the Silent Auction and Raffle Prizes for some great holiday gifts for your loved ones. When: Dec. 3 (10am – 4pm) & Dec. 4 (11am – 3pm) Where: Toronto Humane Society, 11 River Street, Toronto Please note that 100% of the proceeds from the event go directly to the animals here at the Toronto Humane Society! We hope you join us!

12/03/2016 Bethlehem Market Central West Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD0tsP Drop in to Fairlawn from 1pm to 4pm for a chance to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, tastes, and even smells of ancient Bethlehem, around the time that Jesus was born. There will be food, storytelling, crafts, wood-working, live animals and much more for kids and adults of all ages! Wander around different stalls and use your imagination to be transported into the Christmas story! All are welcome, no need to have a church background or any particular beliefs. This is simply a fun, all-ages event to explore the Christmas story together, provided by a warm, progressive faith community that is affirming of diverse religious beliefs, LGBTQ community, ideas of all kinds.

12/03/2016 City Carol Sing - 2016 Central East Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCZwAF The Sixth Annual City Carol Sing With Special Guests: Alexis Gordon :: Kenneth Welsh :: Kevin Frankish Featuring: The True North Brass The Bach Children's Chorus That Choir The Hedgerow Singers Yorkminster Park Baptist Church Choir William Maddox, organ Eric Robertson, music director Admission Free with donations being accepted for the Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank http://ift.tt/2g2fjVl Phone: (416) 922-1167

12/03/2016 Light Up The Holidays Central West Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnXhhK We offer free snacks, drinks, and family fun! Of course, we can't forget the beautiful display and lighting of the Fairbank Village tree at 5:45pm.* We have some great free family entertainment! GTA Swing Band will be playing from 2pm- 6pm at our central area at Shortt Street and Eglinton Avenue West. (just west of Dufferin Street) and Carolers and Surprise Characters will be strolling our area. Don't forgot to get your face-painted and have your picture taken with Santa at our central location! We're spreading the cheer. We'll also have smaller event stations from 1-4pm at both ends of the Fairbank Village area with bouncies for the kids and a free treat! *All food is while supplies last.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Murder By The Books Central West $80 - $89

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCUlAL Now Playing a brand new mystery: Murder By The Books! The notorious escape artist Harry Houdunit takes the stage when his dangerous and controversial act becomes an act of... murder! Performances Friday & Saturday Evenings, some Thursday. Select Wednesday Matinees . Arrival for dinner from 6:30 pm. Mystery starts at 8:00 pm.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Mystical Landscapes: Masterpieces from Monet, Van Gogh and more Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnUG7v The years between 1880 and 1930 were marked by rampant materialism and rapid urbanization. Disillusioned with traditional religious institutions, many European, Scandinavian and North American artists searched for an unmediated spiritual path through mystical experiences. Organized in partnership with the renowned Musée d'Orsay in Paris, Mystical Landscapes: Masterpieces from Monet, Van Gogh and more breaks new art historical ground, exploring the mystical experiences of 36 artists from 15 countries, including Emily Carr, Paul Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, Wassily Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, Georgia O'Keeffe and James McNeill Whistler.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Álvaro Siza: Gateway to the Alhambra Northeast $10 - $19

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD371t Through renderings, models and sketches, large-scale photographs and video, the exhibition reveals the artistic challenge behind Siza's design of the visitor centre that includes a courtyard, auditorium and restaurant. Also on display will be architectural objects from the Alhambra's own collection such as ceramic tiles, marble capitals and carved doors, providing a glimpse into why this World Heritage Site has inspired countless artists and architects since the 14th century. Siza's extension is only the latest chapter in a history of renovations at the Alhambra, stretching back to AD 889, when the Moors first built a small fortress from the shattered remains of Roman fortifications.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Form Follows Fiction: Art and Artists in Toronto Downtown Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnXiCk Presenting a thematic clustering of works by eighty-six artists, Form Follows Fiction is premised on the tendency of artists in this city to favour performative and allegorical procedures to articulate their sense of place. Four gestures – mapping, modelling, performing and congregating – serve as guideposts to a diverse array of artistic practices. The exhibition is a constellation of symbolic forms, or memes, that repeatedly appear in the work of artists of different generations; it presents a panorama of the blueprints that artists have drafted over many decades to give form to life in one of North America's largest cities. Image: Oliver Husain, Purfled Promises, 2009. Video, 9:20 min. Courtesy of the artist and Susan Hobbs Gallery.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 A Christmas Carol Central East

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCVg42 Soulpepper's beloved production of A Christmas Carol has become a Toronto holiday tradition. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by three ghosts who help him understand the importance of charity in the holiday season.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Toronto Christmas Market Downtown $1 - $9

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnV6L2 Toronto Christmas Market, one of the world's best Christmas markets, returns to the Distillery Historic District, November 18 to December 22, to bring the spirit of the season to life. Now in its 7th year, Toronto Christmas Market has quickly become the city's favourite holiday tradition and was ranked among the best Christmas markets in the world by Fodor's Travel, USA Today and Mashable, among others. Guests are invited to rediscover the magic and romance of Christmas by taking in stunning light canopies, enjoying unique shopping experiences, traditional music and dance performances, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Foodies will also have the opportunity to taste traditional European street-style food and delicacies.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 The 7 Fingers Cuisine & Confessions Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCUmVg Life happens in the kitchen. Late night confessionals over tea and a jar of Nutella. Elaborately choreographed family meals. Lessons learned, secrets exchanged, bonds forged, reinforced by our most visceral of senses. Accompanying the usual eye-popping flight of acrobatic choreography and pulsating music are the other three senses — the touch of hands in batter, the smell of cookies baking, the taste of roasted oregano — leading us through a span of times and countries, all the while the iconic kitchen our common meeting point. From the creators of this past season's surprise hit Traces, comes Cuisine & Confessions, a culinary and acrobatic treat that will satisfy the senses!

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Christmas Time at Colborne Lodge Central West

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnYYeS Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and smells of a Victorian Christmas. Enjoy the natural greenery decorations, toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. The Lodge is nestled at the south end of High Park.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 A Victorian Christmas at Mackenzie House Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCVfNw This festive season take a step back in time to Victorian Toronto and experience the magic of a traditional Christmas in an 1859 row-house. Escape from the hustle and bustle while you enjoy a sample of mulled cider and a biscuit in the warmth of the historic kitchen. Discover the story of how families celebrated Christmas in 19th century Toronto as you tour the Mackenzie home which is dressed in greenery for the holidays.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Comfort Central East

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnYLZj A declaration of love. A story about resilience. Inspired by the ‘Comfort Women.' Red Snow Collective is proud to present the world premiere of Comfort, written by Canadian playwright and performer Diana Tso (Red Snow), and directed by William Yong (Zata Omm). Comfort, a poetic yet disturbing drama that features live music, innovative staging, and stylized movement Over 200,000 girls and women from across Asia were forced into systemic military sexual slavery by the Japanese Army for the duration of the war, and were referred to as comfort women. Comfort explores the meaning behind “comfort” in wartime and celebrates the resilience of women in the midst of unimaginable circumstances.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Avenue Q The Musical Central West $50 - $59

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD0X20 AVENUE Q tells the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who moves to NYC with big dreams and a tiny bank account. The only apartment he can afford is way out on Avenue Q, where everyone's looking for the same things he is: a decent job, a stable relationship, and a "purpose." Eventually, Princeton learns to embrace the ups and downs of city life and realizes that "the real world" isn't so bad, after all! This show is not "fur" the little ones! Recommended 14+

12/03/2016 00:00:00 A Roaring Twenties Christmas at Spadina Museum Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnV6uw Experience a 1920s Christmas on a guided tour of Spadina. Holly wreaths, garlands of evergreens and mistletoe festoon the house based on the memories of the Austin family grandchildren. In the kitchen visitors will enjoy holiday treats made from original recipes and sip mulled cider.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience Central East

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD0qNF Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience is a one-of-a-kind celebration of life and the grand history of the cosmos, transporting audiences into a vast yet up-close and personal journey that spans the eons – from the Big Bang, to the dinosaur age, to our present human world…and beyond. From one of American cinema's most acclaimed and visually exciting filmmakers, Terrence Malick (The Thin Red Line, The Tree of Life), and narrated by Brad Pitt, this cosmic experience immerses audiences directly into the story of the universe and life itself. The film's panorama of awe-inspiring images will take you into the heart of monumental events never witnessed, in immersive new ways that only IMAX can deliver. We recommend this film for teens and adults‎.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Scottish Holiday Traditions at Gibson House Museum Northwest $1 - $9

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnYXYm Enjoy the simple and elegant traditions of the Scottish holiday season at Gibson House Museum. Learn how the Gibson family celebrated the season in the nineteenth century and sample some tasty treats by the open hearth. See the Victorian-era home decorated in natural greenery and take a guided tour with our knowledgeable staff.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 Christmas In The Village Northwest

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gD1UaE Christmas comes to Black Creek Pioneer Village! Come and see the Village in its finest holiday attire and celebrate Christmas with old and new traditions. - Explore Holiday Customs on the Tour of Traditions - Marvel at Old-Fashioned Christmas Feasts & Taste Flaming Puddings of Yesteryear - Make a Decoration to Trim your Tree - Tap your Toes and Try Victorian Dancing - Savour Chestnuts Roasted on an Open Fire - Laugh Along with Black Creek's History Actors - Mincemeat Tarts & Apple Cider for Purchase - Visit with Santa Claus and View the Village from a horse-drawn wagon on December weekends - Relax, wander, and visit our many homes and workshops, decorated to celebrate the season

12/03/2016 00:00:00 The Colour of Things. André Pitre's Solo Exhibition Central East Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gnTEIr The Thompson Landry Gallery is proud to welcome Montreal artist, André Pitre for his solo exhibition,The Colour of Things. In recent years Pitre has quickly established himself as one of the most promising artists of his generation. In this latest series of contemporary works, Pitre's architectural background has clearly shaped his vision. The artist pushes his spatial exploration further as he presents a duality of intimate subjects and vast landscapes, juxtaposing both of these elements, creating stunning diptychs and montages. Known for his textural diversity, Pitre's latest conceptions do not disappoint. Combining various mediums and powerful spatial manipulations, Pitre's works demand to be experienced in order to be truly appreciated.

12/03/2016 00:00:00 From Streets to Playgrounds: Representing Children in Early 20th Century Toronto Downtown Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2gCRuHV From Streets to Playgrounds: Representing Children in Early 20th Century Toronto is the latest exhibit at Toronto Archives. Archival photographs, artifacts and artwork paint a vivid picture of the lives of children in the impoverished Toronto neighbourhood known as 'The Ward.' The exhibit also looks at the official, and unofficial, presence of children in public spaces. Produced in partnership with faculties from Ryerson University and the University of Toronto, it opens on Thursday, September 29 and runs through April 2017.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Alma Milonga Dance Northwest $20 - $29

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnr3B7 The event takes place every Friday evening at the beautiful Toronto Performing Arts Centre in the gallery. We offer an open all level class before the social. Singles & Couples are welcome!

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Murder By The Books Central West $80 - $89

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f56ZIv Now Playing a brand new mystery: Murder By The Books! The notorious escape artist Harry Houdunit takes the stage when his dangerous and controversial act becomes an act of... murder! Performances Friday & Saturday Evenings, some Thursday. Select Wednesday Matinees . Arrival for dinner from 6:30 pm. Mystery starts at 8:00 pm.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Álvaro Siza: Gateway to the Alhambra Northeast $10 - $19

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnyUhX Through renderings, models and sketches, large-scale photographs and video, the exhibition reveals the artistic challenge behind Siza's design of the visitor centre that includes a courtyard, auditorium and restaurant. Also on display will be architectural objects from the Alhambra's own collection such as ceramic tiles, marble capitals and carved doors, providing a glimpse into why this World Heritage Site has inspired countless artists and architects since the 14th century. Siza's extension is only the latest chapter in a history of renovations at the Alhambra, stretching back to AD 889, when the Moors first built a small fortress from the shattered remains of Roman fortifications.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Form Follows Fiction: Art and Artists in Toronto Downtown Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f570vZ Presenting a thematic clustering of works by eighty-six artists, Form Follows Fiction is premised on the tendency of artists in this city to favour performative and allegorical procedures to articulate their sense of place. Four gestures – mapping, modelling, performing and congregating – serve as guideposts to a diverse array of artistic practices. The exhibition is a constellation of symbolic forms, or memes, that repeatedly appear in the work of artists of different generations; it presents a panorama of the blueprints that artists have drafted over many decades to give form to life in one of North America's largest cities. Image: Oliver Husain, Purfled Promises, 2009. Video, 9:20 min. Courtesy of the artist and Susan Hobbs Gallery.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Mystical Landscapes: Masterpieces from Monet, Van Gogh and more Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnzGM9 The years between 1880 and 1930 were marked by rampant materialism and rapid urbanization. Disillusioned with traditional religious institutions, many European, Scandinavian and North American artists searched for an unmediated spiritual path through mystical experiences. Organized in partnership with the renowned Musée d'Orsay in Paris, Mystical Landscapes: Masterpieces from Monet, Van Gogh and more breaks new art historical ground, exploring the mystical experiences of 36 artists from 15 countries, including Emily Carr, Paul Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, Wassily Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, Georgia O'Keeffe and James McNeill Whistler.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 A Christmas Carol Central East

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f58Kp4 Soulpepper's beloved production of A Christmas Carol has become a Toronto holiday tradition. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by three ghosts who help him understand the importance of charity in the holiday season.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Comfort Central East

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnEbpC A declaration of love. A story about resilience. Inspired by the ‘Comfort Women.' Red Snow Collective is proud to present the world premiere of Comfort, written by Canadian playwright and performer Diana Tso (Red Snow), and directed by William Yong (Zata Omm). Comfort, a poetic yet disturbing drama that features live music, innovative staging, and stylized movement Over 200,000 girls and women from across Asia were forced into systemic military sexual slavery by the Japanese Army for the duration of the war, and were referred to as comfort women. Comfort explores the meaning behind “comfort” in wartime and celebrates the resilience of women in the midst of unimaginable circumstances.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Avenue Q The Musical Central West $50 - $59

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f5a5vR AVENUE Q tells the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who moves to NYC with big dreams and a tiny bank account. The only apartment he can afford is way out on Avenue Q, where everyone's looking for the same things he is: a decent job, a stable relationship, and a "purpose." Eventually, Princeton learns to embrace the ups and downs of city life and realizes that "the real world" isn't so bad, after all! This show is not "fur" the little ones! Recommended 14+

12/02/2016 00:00:00 A Better Place Downtown $20 - $29

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnFx3H When one woman is diagnosed with a debilitating illness, her life swings wildly off-course. A Better Place is a play that will delve into your heart, and leave you shaken, emotional, and deeply contemplative. Stella Russo is a widow who has leapt forward into her new life as a single woman. With her days filled with friends, fun, and laughter, Stella relishes each moment. When she is shaken by a life-altering diagnosis, the path before her is uncertain and unclear. Stella's struggles will ignite your own visceral reactions: joy and fear, anger and love, denial and acceptance. Performances run from November 30th through December 11th at Factory Theatre.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 The Colour of Things. André Pitre's Solo Exhibition Central East Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f54kOR The Thompson Landry Gallery is proud to welcome Montreal artist, André Pitre for his solo exhibition,The Colour of Things. In recent years Pitre has quickly established himself as one of the most promising artists of his generation. In this latest series of contemporary works, Pitre's architectural background has clearly shaped his vision. The artist pushes his spatial exploration further as he presents a duality of intimate subjects and vast landscapes, juxtaposing both of these elements, creating stunning diptychs and montages. Known for his textural diversity, Pitre's latest conceptions do not disappoint. Combining various mediums and powerful spatial manipulations, Pitre's works demand to be experienced in order to be truly appreciated.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 A Victorian Christmas at Mackenzie House Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnzkoI This festive season take a step back in time to Victorian Toronto and experience the magic of a traditional Christmas in an 1859 row-house. Escape from the hustle and bustle while you enjoy a sample of mulled cider and a biscuit in the warmth of the historic kitchen. Discover the story of how families celebrated Christmas in 19th century Toronto as you tour the Mackenzie home which is dressed in greenery for the holidays.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 A Roaring Twenties Christmas at Spadina Museum Downtown

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f5ajDz Experience a 1920s Christmas on a guided tour of Spadina. Holly wreaths, garlands of evergreens and mistletoe festoon the house based on the memories of the Austin family grandchildren. In the kitchen visitors will enjoy holiday treats made from original recipes and sip mulled cider.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Scottish Holiday Traditions at Gibson House Museum Northwest $1 - $9

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnG4CP Enjoy the simple and elegant traditions of the Scottish holiday season at Gibson House Museum. Learn how the Gibson family celebrated the season in the nineteenth century and sample some tasty treats by the open hearth. See the Victorian-era home decorated in natural greenery and take a guided tour with our knowledgeable staff.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 From Streets to Playgrounds: Representing Children in Early 20th Century Toronto Downtown Free

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2f5aBKB From Streets to Playgrounds: Representing Children in Early 20th Century Toronto is the latest exhibit at Toronto Archives. Archival photographs, artifacts and artwork paint a vivid picture of the lives of children in the impoverished Toronto neighbourhood known as 'The Ward.' The exhibit also looks at the official, and unofficial, presence of children in public spaces. Produced in partnership with faculties from Ryerson University and the University of Toronto, it opens on Thursday, September 29 and runs through April 2017.

12/02/2016 00:00:00 Christmas Time at Colborne Lodge Central West

City of Toronto All Events http://ift.tt/2fnCYPc Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and smells of a Victorian Christmas. Enjoy the natural greenery decorations, toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. The Lodge is nestled at the south end of High Park.