COMMUNITY SUPPORT CENTRE operating from St. Margaret’s Church on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meals, snacks, washrooms, showers, and laundry available for folks who are unhoused.

DECEMBER 2 – 9 VIRTUAL HEALING ART WORKSHOPS with Natalie Very B. ‘Let’s create light within the Darkness of Winter’ Friday December 2 and 9 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. online. To register call 416-252-6471 ext. 308 or e-mail jasmind@lampchc.org Bring your art supplies and a beverage.

DECEMBER 10 ETOBICOKE CENTENNIAL CHOIR performs a holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. at Humber Valley United Church, 76 Anglesey Blvd. The Cantabile Children’s Choir of Young Voices Toronto will join ECC for the whimsical Brother Heinrich’s Christmas by John Rutter. Vocal soloists are Érika Wood, soprano; Mélissa Danis, mezzo-soprano; Lauren Halasz, alto; Ryan Downey, tenor and David Finneran, baritone. Tickets $30 available at website www.etobicokecentennialchoir.ca ; by e-transfer to treasurer@etobicokecentennialchoir.ca or call 416-779-2258. Admission is free for children 12 and under.

DECEMBER 10 TOY DRIVE ALDERWOOD Cares Christmas Toy Drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 44 Delma Drive. Please donate a new unwrapped toy to help bring a smile to an Etobicoke child.

DECEMBER 16 ENJOY A LITTLE BIT OF CHRISTMAS with the Queensmen Male Chorus at 7 p.m. at Richview United Church, at 149 Wellesworth Drive. Pay what you can at the door to help support the band. For more information phone 647-894-3619 or 416-697-9679 or visit www.queensmen.net

NOVEMBER 26 St. MARGARET NEW TORONTO is hosting a Christmas Market-Bazaar fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the church at 156 Sixth Street. After 115 years St. Margaret still provides a welcoming and accessible space in the community by offering free meals, personal care support, showers and laundry to those in need. The church is seeking donations as raffle items, gift cards, food or beverages for the event. Contact Rev. Jacqueline Daley at 416-259-2659.

NOVEMBER 28 COMMUNITY DINNER takeout from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Margaret New Toronto, at 156 Sixth Street. All is welcome. Contact Rev. Jacqueline Daley at 416-259-2659.

ADULT DROP IN PROGRAM MOVED – If you are hungry and in need of food LAMP’s Adult Drop-In program has moved to St. Margaret’s Anglican Church 156 Sixth Street. Meals are take away and dine-in from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Services Available: Meals (take away and dine-in), access to laundry and showers, referral and case management, harm reduction supplies, hygiene kits, period bags and pet food.

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at St. Margaret New Toronto, at 156 Sixth Street, is Maggie’s Family Friday, where families with school-aged children can enjoy a free meal, programming, free laundry services, groceries and care packages or donations from the community. Contact Rev. Jacqueline Daley at 416-259-2659.

THE STONEGATE CHC GOOD FOOD BOX in which a $22 donation buys a local family in need a large Good Food Box brimming with fresh fruits and veggies as a gift. Call Stonegate Community Health Centre at 416-231-7070 ext, 229 or visit their website at www.stonegatechc.org.
IMPROVE YOUR READING, WRITING AND Computer skills by using an iPad? Adult Learning at LAMP Community Health Centre is offering free small group, in-person learning Tuesday afternoons at 185 Fifth Street. Participants must be Ontario residents, 19-years of age and up, speak English and have a valid SIN number. Please email anitad@lampchc.org or call: 416-252-9701 EXT. 242 or 243 for details.

EVERY THURSDAY FROM 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. the Cooper Mills-Gooch Community Food Bank provides fresh groceries and essential food items every Thursday in the Jane St. and Dundas St. W. area. Contact 416-358-0031 for more information.

AFFORDABLE FOOD EVERY THURSDAY from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Good Food Market at Stonegate Community Health Centre, Second Floor, 10 Neighbourhood Lane. Affordable produce. Bring your own bag. For more information call 416-231-7070 ext. 307.

THREE THURSDAYS IN DECEMBER FREE chair yoga session in person or online for three weeks..
Learn how to stretch and strengthen your muscles, back and core area Dec. 1, 8 and 15 at 11 am. Meet our Yoga Coach Briar Boake who has been specializing in Chair Yoga for over 10 years. She has a background in music theatre, dance and performing and brings a creative approach to her classes. To register contact jasmind@lampchc.org or call 416 252 6471 ext. 308.

DECEMBER 4 and 18 St. MARGARET NEW TORONTO will be having their Hope with Wheels Lunch from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in partnership with Haven on the Queensway. To register contact jasmind@lampchc.org or call 416 252 6471 ext. 308.

DECEMBER 24 IS THE 3OTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS WITH FRENDS St. Margaret New Toronto takeout meal takes place from 12 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reservations are required. Call 416-259-2659 to reserve now.