DECEMBER 2 ETOBICOKE-LAKESHORE SANTA CLAUS parade starts at 10 a.m. and runs from Dwight Ave. to Thirtieth Street. This is the 33rd annual parade and there will be dozens of floats and Santa. Skate with Santa event to follow at Sam Smith skate park.
DECEMBER 2 ALDERWOOD CARES Christmas Toy Drive donate and bring a smile to a child from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Alderwood Church, 44 Delma Dr. Also on December 16 there is a free Christmas Show from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the church. And on December 24 a Christmas Eve Candlelight
Service at 6 p.m.
DECEMBER 6 HOLIDAY SENIORS PARTY heartwarming Seniors Party from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at LAMP CHC to celebrate the season with older adults. Line dancing, chair yoga, live music, Latin dance, Tips and a talk on gut health and refreshments. Sponsored by LAMP and The West Toronto Ontario Health Team. E-mail jasmind@lampchc.org or call 416 252 6471 ext. 308.
DECEMBER 6 HOLIDAYS & HOPE Bereaved Family and Friends are invited to the Ridley Funeral Home’s annual Candlelight Service of Remembrance at 7 p.m. at 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, at the
south end of Kipling Ave. Enjoy encouragement and music. Contact for more 416-259-3705.
DECEMBER 7, 14, 21 & 28 LEARNING AND GROWING together for Black children and families at Stonegate CHC, 10 Neighbourhood Lane. For more call 416-231-7070 ext. 309.
UNTIL DECEMBER 8 you can drop off new unwrapped toys for the annual LAMP Annual Toy Drive at 185 Fifth Street, for children in South
Etobicoke. Any age or gender is appreciated but there is a need for kids aged from 12 to 18. Gift certificates are welcome for tweens. For more
phone 416-252-9701 ext. 292 or e-mail camisha@lampchc.org.
DECEMBER 9 STUFF THE BUS annual toy and gift drive by Officers from 22 Division. Outside Toys R Us, at 690 Evans Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Stop by and say hello and bring joy to kids in need.
DECEMBER 8 TO 10 FESTIVAL OF TREES followed by Culinary Market December 15 to 17 by Creative Hub 1352, at the Small Arms Inspection Building, at 42B Woodlawn Avenue, in Mississauga. There will
be vendors, market and performances by local musicians. E-mail info@creativehub1352.ca.
DECEMBER 10 TOY & WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE drop off new unboxed toys or gently used clothing and join for some holiday fun, hot chocolate and face painting in support of Haven on The Queensway at 10 Park Lawn Road, in the party room.
UNTIL DECEMBER 11 BEYOND THE BAR GRAPH EXHIBITION exploring arts and culture in Etobicoke at Cloverdale Commons, 250 East Mall. Phone 416- 236-1668 or www.cloverdalemall.com/stores/thecloverdale-common/
UNTIL DECEMBER 11 DANCE & SWEAT join Anny for a fun, high-energy cardio workout that involves Latininspired music and dance from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Stonegate CHC’s Trillium Room. All levels welcome. To register call 416-231-7070 ext. 307 or e-mail health.promotion@stonegatechc.org
UNTIL DECEMBER 12 LET’S DE-STRESS AND CONNECT from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Stonegate CHC, 10 Neighbourhood Lane, for collaborative activities, mindful games to build communication and have fun. And until December 18 Let’s Nourish Ourselves Inside & Out Re-group to explore mindful eating and relationship with food. Call 416-231-7070 ext, 307 or visit health.promotion@stonegatechc.org
DECEMBER 13 HEALTHY HOLIDAY COOKING for new LAMP CHC holiday recipes that are delicious and good for you with community dietician Maki at 10 a.m. ALSO DECEMBER 20 at 10 a.m. rescheduled Gluten Free Cooking workshop for previous registrants, To register e-mail anthonya@lampchc.org or 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
DECEMBER 13 LAND TRUST WORKING GROUP join us at Zoom at 6 p.m. as we work on establishing a land trust for affordable housing in South Etobicoke. Share ideas to acquire land for social housing with rent geared to income units. For more e-mail brig@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 308.
DECEMBER 14 RAY’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY sponsored by LAMP Community Health Centre Youth Programs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 385 The West Mall, Unit 105. Register by December 8 by calling 647-615-1749 or e-mail shivanag@lampchc.org
UNTIL DECEMBER 15 WoodGreen’s Community Services, at 2930 Lakeshore Blvd W., is seeking applicants for a Skills for Success for Experienced
Workers program to train for jobs some 106 residents, aged 45 plus. Those interested can email mkabir@woodgreen.org or call 647-201-5273.
UNTIL DECEMBER 15 HAVEN ON THE QUEENSWAY annual toy drive collecting unwrapped toys and gift cards for local families with children in the community. Drop off at Haven at 1533 The Queensway.
DECEMBER 16 A FREE CHRISTMAS SHOW at the Alderwood Church, at 44 Delma Drive, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. AND ON DECEMBER 24 join them for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6 p.m. For more call 416-252-4166.
DECEMBER 18 SANTA’S COMING TO MIMICO with his friends and will be at Mimico by the Lake from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and at Mimico Village 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. They will be walking the streets saying hello and spreading some holiday cheer. For more contact 416-452-5682 or e-mail mimicovillage@gmail.com
UNTIL DECEMBER 18 Ukrainian Weekly Social Group every Monday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room, of Stonegate CHC, at 10 Neighbourhood Lane. Make new friends and socialize with other Ukrainian speaking participants. Call 416-231-7070 ext. 229 or register by e-mail at
julia.graham@stonegatechc.org
DECEMBER 22 CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Franklin Horner Community Centre, at 432 Horner Ave. Refreshments, appetizers and entertainment. Contact 416-252-6822.
UNTIL DECEMBER 22 GIFT SHOP SHOW by Arts Etobicoke featuring holiday gifts by local artists. Join them to shop and celebrate at 4893 Dundas Street W. Thursday 10 p.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m to 1 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
DECEMBER 23 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA at Franklin Horner Community Center, 432 Horner Ave., From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Enjoy a pancake breakfast and visit from Good Old St. Nick this holiday. Tickets are $7 and available from December 4. Contact 416-252-6822.
UNTIL DECEMBER 27 THRIVING WITH MINDFULNESS on
Wednesdays at 3 p.m. via Zoom. Corin De Sousa provides programs and workshops. She is a teacher with the Canadian College of Educators.
Email norkyit@lampchc.org or phone 416-252-6471 ext. 257.
JANUARY 12 HEARING SCREENINGS by Canadian Hearing Services to support people with hearing loss. They will check for ear wax and provide information. Taking place at LAMP Community Health Centre, 185 Fifth Street. Call for appointment at 416-252-9701 ext. 308.
THE STONEGATE CHC Good Food Box drive to purchase boxes of food for community members dealing with food security and hunger. A $25 donation buys a family a large big box of good food brimming with fresh fruits and vegetables as a gift. For more or to make a donation contact Stonegate
CHC at 416-231-7070 ext. 229 or visit www.stonegatechc.org.
STONEGATE CHC THE GOOD FOOD MARKET runs ever Thursday from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at 10 Neighbourhood Lane, 2nd floor, for affordable produce. Any questions call 416-231-7070 ext. 307.
GROCERY SHOPPING TRIPS for those over 55, or with disability or mobility issues, to No Frills at The Queensway and Royal York Road. A bus runs biweekly on Thursday mornings and will pick you up and return you to home. To register call 416-231-7070 ext. 239.
SALVATION ARMY LAKESHORE COMMUNITY church lunch program Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 5 Thirtieth Street. Family Christmas Assistance now open register online www.salakeshore.com or
call 416-251-8372 ext. 104. Volunteers needed.