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Free Yuletide things to do and keeping busy in the community

November 1, 2023 by Toronto Newswire

The Etobicoke Lakeshore Christmas Parade takes place on December 2.

NOVEMBER 4 ASCENT GALLERY LAUNCH 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Etobicoke Civic Centre 399 The West mall. Free admission. The gallery is dedicated to early-career artists. Featuring the work of Hayley Chiu. Artist talk 1:30 p.m. For more information: toronto.ca/ECCArtGallery or call 416-338-7256.
NOVEMBER 7 SENIORS GROUP presents Downsizing Made Easy; Your Guide to Transitional Planning, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Fairfield Seniors Centre, 80 Lothian Ave. Call 416-394-8686.
NOVEMBER 8 to DECEMBER 27 THRIVING WITH MINDFULNESS on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. via Zoom or free online session. Corin De Sousa provides programs and workshops in the GTA. She is a mindfulness teacher. To register e-mail norkyit@lampchc.org or call 416-252-6471 ext. 257.
NOVEMBER 8 LAND TRUST JOIN us on Zoom as we continue work on establishing a land trust to develop affordable housing in South Etobicoke. For more information, contact brig@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.

NOVEMBER 10 MEMORY SCREENING – Are you aged 50-90 and noticing changes in your memory? Register for our free memory screening service at LAMP CHC, presented by the Toronto Memory Program Fund for Education. To register call 416-252-6471 ext. 308 and ask for Jasmin.
NOVEMBER 11 REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICES – First is a sunrise service taking place at 7:30 a.m. at the New Toronto Cenotaph, at Lakeshore Blvd. W., and Kipling Avenue. Second service at 10:45 a.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 643, at 110 Jutland Road. Third service also at 10:45 a.m. at the Etobicoke Civic Centre, at 399 The West Mall.
NOVEMBER 14 TO DECEMBER 19 free ‘Tis the Season Children’s Art Show created by students of local schools. The works speak to the seasonal change from autumn to winter, to the cultural traditions they help shape. Taking place at the Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive. For more visit toronto.ca/assemblyhall or call 416-338-7255.

New Toronto Holiday Market is on November 25.

NOVEMBER 15 and 22 DRUMMING SESSIONS back by popular demand at LAMP CHC at 2:10 p.m. to create community and explore self-expression through Samba-inspired drumming. No musical experience necessary. The group will invite participants into a playful and supportive space to learn to drum together. We will explore how music can be a powerful pathway to personal wellness, finding a sense of belonging and creating positive social change. For more e-mail jasmind@lampchc.org.
NOVEMBER 16 MYSTERY BOOK CLUB at Stonegate CHC, 10 Neighbouhood Lane, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. to discuss intriguing mystery Gallows View by Peter Robinson. Book, e-book or audio copy available at the Humber Bay Library and available through the library website at tpl.ca Call Stonegate CHC to register at 416-231-7070 ext. 307 or e-mail health.promotion@stonegatechc.org.

Family Christmas Assistance at the Salvation Army in Long Branch.

NOVEMBER 20 UNTIL DECEMBER 15 WoodGreen’s Community Services, at 2930 Lakeshore Blvd W., is seeking applicants for a Skills for Success for Experienced Workers (SSEW) program to train for jobs some 106 area residents, aged 45 and more. A five-day computer upgrading course will run from November 8 to 17. Those interested can e-mail mkabir@woodgreen.org or call at 647-201-5273.
NOVEMBER 20 TO DECEMBER 8 you can drop off new unwrapped toys for the annual LAMP Annual Toy Drive at 185 Fifth Street, Main Reception, for children in South Etobicoke. Any age or gender is appreciated but there is greater need for kids aged from 12 to 18. Gift certificates are welcome for tweens. For more information contact Camisha Johnson at 416-252-9701 ext. 292 or e-mail camisha@lampchc.org.
NOVEMBER 22 NATIONAL HOUSING DAY to learn more about the impact of the housing crisis in South Etobicoke at Humber College G Building from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. We are also accepting pitch submissions from anyone with an idea to support housing in our community. For more or to submit your pitch, contact brig@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.

LAMP Holiday Toy Drive runs from November 20 to December 8.

NOVEMBER 25 CHRISTMAS BAZAAR from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Margaret New Toronto, 156 Sixth Street. For more information phone 416-259-2659 or Instagram @smntanglican.
NOVEMBER 25 INDOOR Christmas Market at Franklin Horner Community Centre, at 432 Horner Ave., from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a wide range of amazing vendors and artisans in our gym and auditorium. There will be a bake sale and a BBQ for lunch. For more information phone 416-252-6822.
UNTIL NOVEMBER 30 FREE Toronto Juried Exhibition, at the Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall. The Federation of Canadian Artists Toronto presents the best new juried works by its members, offering fresh perspectives in fine art using oil, acrylic, watercolour and pastels. Phone 416-394-8628 or e-mail toronto.ca/eccartgallery
DECEMBER 2 ETOBICOKE-LAKESHORE SANTA CLAUS PARADE at 10 a.m. that will run from Dwight Avenue to Thirty Sixth Street, Long Branch. Volunteers are needed. For more information contact their Facebook page or e-mail lakeshoresanta@gmail.com

Lutheran Church Christmas Bazaar on December 3.

DECEMBER 2 SKATE WITH SANTA after the Lake Shore Santa Claus parade at the Colonel Sam Smith Skating Park, at Kipling Avenue and Lake Shore Blvd.
DECEMBER 2 TORONTO SCOTTISH REGIMENT and Lakeshore Village BIA members collecting cat and dog food for LAMP CHC pet owners at the Etobicoke Lakeshore Santa Claus parade. Attendees urged to bring some cat and dog food.
THURSDAYS IS HATHA CHAIR YOGA at LAMP CHC at 10:30 am with Briar. Stretch and enjoy some music and movement with Briar a certified Hatha Yoga instructor. Build your core strength and improve your flexibility. For more contact norkyit@lampchc.org
SALVATION ARMY LAKESHORE COMMUNITY church has a lunch program every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 5 Thirtieth Street. Also Family Christmas Assistance registration is now open please register online at www.salakeshore.com or by calling 416-251-8372 ext. 104. Volunteers are needed for various programs call Jennifer at same phone number.

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