JANUARY 6 TO FEBRUARY 28 Homework Club for girls seven to nine years old at the Jean Augustine
Centre, at 101 Portland Road. The classes with certified tutors are in person from Monday to Friday
from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. A range of activities are offered. E-mail info@jeanaugustinecentre.ca or call
416-253-9797.
JANUARY 6, 13, 20, 27, STONEGATE CHC afternoon drop-in on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for children up to six years of age and their caregivers at 10 Neighbourhood Lane, Unit
201. For more e-mail early.years@stonegatechc.org. Indoor running shoes required.
STARTING JANUARY 8 USE mindfulness to improve sleep or anxiety at 3:00 p.m. online with Corin De
Sousa. The class develops strategies to build your coping skills and resilience. You will gain tools to
manage everyday stress or worry. The meditations can also help with anxiety or pain management. E-mail Jasmind@lampchc.org or ericao@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
JANUARY 8 AND 15 WELLNESS SELF-MANAGEMENT series at 6 p.m. at LAMP CHC, 185 Fifth Street, if you are feeling stressed out or overwhelmed join us for a free workshop series to learn simple strategies
to embrace your wellness with coach Mary Craig. Class will focus and breathing, muscle relaxation. E-mail jasminD@lampchc.org or anthonya@lampchc. org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
STARTING JANUARY 13 Chair Yoga with Meaux on Mondays at 10 a.m. and Wednesday at 1:15 p.m.
for a gentle seated workout to strengthen muscles and mobility and improve balance using bands or
light weights. For more contact jasmind@lampchc.org or anthonya@lampchc.org call 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
JANUARY 13 QiGONG WITH KATY on Mondays January 13, 20, 27 at 11 a.m. at LAMP CHC. Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice combining gentle movements, breathing technique, and meditation to
balance energy in the body. QiGong reduces stress and anxiety, enhances balance and flexibility,
boosts energy, and improves mental clarity. To register,email JasminD@lampchc.org or ericao@la
mpchc.org phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
JANUARY 14, 21, 28 FREE DRUMMING WORKSHOPS AT LAMP CHC, at 1 p.m. for workshops with Chris and let the rhythm take control. No experience required and come unleash your inner groove. Great activity for brain health. E-mail rosema@lampchc.org or Jasmind@lampchc.org or call 416-252-6471 ext.
308.
JANUARY 14 SOUTH ETOBICOKE COMMUNITY Land Trust 2025 planning session at 6 p.m. at LAMP
CHC and become part of a transformative movement. As a member, you’ll have a say in preserving affordable housing, green spaces, and community amenities for generations
to come. For more contact info@SECLT.ca
STARTING JANUARY 16 on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Chair Yoga with Briar at LAMP-CHC for a gentle-seated workout. Stretch and enjoy some music and movement with Certified Hatha Yoga instructor
Briar Boake. Build your core strength and improve your flexibility. Contact jasmind@lampchc.org call
416-252-6471 ext. 308.
JANUARY 18 CELEBRATION OF LIFE memorial for long-time New Toronto resident and good guy Tony
James Gear from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Margaret’s Anglican New Toronto church, at 156 Sixth Street.
All are welcomed to remember Tony.
JANUARY 19 MP JAMES MALONEY New Year’s Levee from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 643, 110 Jutland Road. For more information call 416-251-5510.
MONDAY WALKING GROUP & Qigong from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. meet at LAMP CHC and join as we
experience nature and take in the Fall beauty. Walking with or without poles, move at two speeds and enjoy gentle Tai Chi-like practice called Qiqong. To register e-mail jasmind@lampchc.org
or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 257, 308.
JANUARY 24 FREE HEARING SCREENINGS at LAMP CHC, 185 Fifth Street, if you experience trouble hearing? Canadian Hearing Services will be at LAMP to screen for hearing loss in order to book an
appointment, contact jasmind@lampchc.org at 416- 252-6471.
JANUARY 29 LAHAAG AFFORDABLE HOUSING Meeting at LAMP CHC, 185 Fifth Street, 6 p.m. for a
continuing conversation of the development of coop housing in South Etobicoke. Also an invitation to
participate in the leadership renewal team planning session. For more and to register email info@lahaag.ca
JANUARY 30 COOKING CLASS at Among Friends at 10 a.m. with LAMP dietician Eileen Chan for a fun,
hands-on session as you whip up Taco, lentil soup, pineapple salsa, or guacamole. To register, email ericao@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 257 Hosted at Among Friends location, at 2788
Lakeshore Blvd West Unit #1.
JANUARY 31 MARKLAND WOOD GOLF CLUB at 1:30 p.m. to hear Mark Goulart, a FIFA Senior Project
Manager, reveal the extensive renovations being made to Centennial Park for the 2026 soccer tournament. The park was to have been a FIFA team training ground. All are welcome. $20. RSVP by January 24 to website kingswaywomensclub.wordpress.com
FEBRUARY 5 THE FUTURE OF CO-OP Housing Part 2 at 6 p.m. at LAMP CHC, part of a Building Affordable Housing Series. Guest speaker is Tom Clement, Executive Director of the Co-Op Housing
Federation of Toronto. To register e-mail JasminD@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-
6471 ext. 308.
FEBRUARY 12, 19, COPING WITH ANXIETY WORKSHOP at 6 p.m. at LAMP CHC for free workshop with wellness coach Mary Craig to learn coping mechanisms, mindfulness and wellness toolbox
strategies. To register e-mail jasmind@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
JANUARY 6 KARAOKE FUNDRAISER by the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association to
raise money for a legal defense fund to ‘fight the height,’ a major development at 220, 230 and 240 Lake Promenade and 21 and 31 Park Boulevard. The fundraising singalong takes place from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Long Branch Social House, 3595 Lakeshore Blvd. W. The application, which is under appeal, will see five apartment buildings demolished, many people relocated and five towers up to 30-storeys built.