Mosaic Home Care A tour of our Wonderful City A Guide for Members, Families and Caregivers
Gentle Fitness at Senior Persons Living Connected Classes are designed for warm up, aerobic, weight bearing and muscle conditioning using light weights, resistance bans and cool down exercise. When: 11:00am to 12:00pm, Every Friday, June 1 st to 22 nd. Where: Senior Person Living Connected 3333 Finch Avenue East, Toronto ON, M1W 2R9 Price Range: members: $25, non-members: $35 - Name: Muthiah Sivanesan (Siva) - Email: sivanesan@splc.ca - Phone: 416 493-3333 - Website: http://www.splc.ca/ Euchre and Bridge at Parkwoods United Church Gather for a jolly good game of euchre or bridge every Friday afternoon. When: 12:00pm to 3:00pm, Every Friday Where: Parkwoods United Church 85 Parkwoods Village Drive, Toronto ON, M38 2X9 Price Range: N/A - Phone: 416 447 5519 - office@parkwoodsunitedchurch.ca - http://www.parkwoodsunitedchurch.ca/wp/
Caribbean Food & Drink at Tropicana Community Services This fun-filled celebration of Caribbean cuisine invites guests to taste food and beverages from the tropics. Proceeds support youth development programs. When: 6:00pm to 11:00pm, Friday, June 1 st Where: Tropicana Community Services 1385 Huntingwood Drive, Toronto ON, M1S 3J1 Price Range: Admission is FREE - Phone: 416 439 9009 - Website: http://tropicanacommunity.org Annual June BBQ at Horner Ave Seniors Centre Enjoy a fun afternoon with entertainment, a hamburger or a hotdog and some dessert! When: 12:30pm to 3:00pm, Friday, June 1 st Where: Horner Ave Senior Centre 320 Horner Ave, Toronto ON, M8V 3N1 Price Range: Members: $8, non-members: $10 - Phone: 416 394 6001 - Contact: Maria Martino - Email: maria.martino@toronto.ca
CONTACT Photography Festival: Reflections of Hope at Aga Khan Museum Explore the works of Aida Muluneh an Ethiopian photojournalist. When: 10:00 am to 6:00pm, every day until June 29 th Where: Aga Khan Museum 77 Wynford Drive, Toronto ON, M3C 1K1 Price Range: Free. - Email: info@scotiabankcontactphoto.com - Phone: 416 539 9595 Toronto s Ultimate Chocolate Tour at SOMA Chocolatemaker Stroll through King West, Queen West & Dundas West to sample treats from local places on this tasty tour. When: 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Saturday, June 2 nd Where: SOMA Chocolatemaker 443 King Street West, Toronto ON, M3C 1T3 Price Range: Adult: $49, Kids: $35 - Name: Ronit White - Email: hello@tastyytourstoronto.com - Website: https://tastytourstoronto.com/
Community Yard Sale at Stephen Leacock Community Recreation Centre See what knicks and knacks you can uncover at this community yard sale. When: 8:00am to 2:00pm, Saturday, May 2 nd Where: Stephen Leacock Community Recreation Centre 2500 Birchmount Road, Toronto ON, M1T 2M5 Price Range: Free. - Phone: 416 396 4040 CONTACT Photography Festival: Incidental Narratives at 401 Richmond Explore the work of Palestinian artist Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme When: 11:00am to 5:00pm, Tuesday to Friday until June 30 th. Where: 401 Richmond 401 Richmond Street West, Toronto ON, M5V 3A8 Price Range: Free. - Email: info@spacegallery.org - Website: 416 979 6933
Kensington Market Sweet & Savoury Food Tour at Livlihood Café Go on a trip around the world in one lunch, sampling a variety of cuisine from different cultures in Kensington Market. When: 10:30am to 1:00pm, Sunday, June 3 rd Where: Livelihood Café 254 August Avenue, Toronto, ON Price Range: Adults: $59, Kids: $45 - Email: hello@tastytourstoronto.com - Website: https://tastytourstoronto.com/ Sunday Artisan Market at Evergreen Brick Works Meet and shop local makers, enjoy delicious food and drink, and explore the surrounding nature. This market runs every Sunday until the November 4 th. When: 10:00am to 3:00pm, Sundays in June. Where: Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Ave., Toronto ON, M4W 3X8 Price Range: Free. - Email: info@evergreen.ca - Phone: 416 596 1495
Roncesvalles Food Tour Come explore Roncesvalles with us on a Food Nook Tour and uncover the amazing food gems in this west end neighbourhood. On the tour, you'll indulge in delicious samples at our favourite food shops and restaurants while we guide you through Roncesvalles, sharing stories about the neighbourhood and each food destination. Meet outside Starbucks. When: 2:30pm to 4:30pm, Sunday, June 3 rd. Where: Starbucks 2201 Dundas West, Toronto, ON. M6R 1X5 Price Range: $35 - Name: Bria Weaver - Email: foodnooktours@gmail.com - Website: https://www.foodnooktours.com/ Badminton for Seniors At West Scarborough Community Center every Wednesday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Seniors. When: 1:00pm to 3:00pm, Every Wednesday, May 2 nd to February 27 th, 2019 Where: West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre 313 Pharmacy Ave, Toronto ON, M1L 3E7 Price Range: $30 for 12 months - Name: Bill - Phone: 416 267 8497
Drop in Darts at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 22 Blind draw format where all money is returned in prizes When: 7:30pm to 10:00pm, every Wednesday Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 22 1240 Woodbine Ave., Toronto ON, M4C 4E4 Price Range: $5 - Name: Jim - Email: jimb.farrell@yahoo.ca - Phone: 416 425 1714 Etobicoke Mississauga Coin Stamp & Collectables Club This group holds monthly meetings to discuss coin, bank notes and other collectable items. When: 7:00pm to 9:30pm, Tuesday, June 5 th Where: Etobicoke Civic Centre 399 The West Mall, Toronto ON, M9C 2Y2 Price Range: Free. - Name: Ben Boelens - Phone: 905 890 9484 - Email: boelens40@gmail.com
Fundance for Seniors at Swansea Town Hall Instructor-led sessions let you learn the salsa, rhumba, fox trot, samba and meringue. No partner needed and lots of fun! When: 11:30am to 12:30pm, Wednesday June 6 th Where: Swansea Town Hall 95 Lavinia Avenue, Toronto, ON. M6S 3H9 Price Range: $45 for 13 weeks - Phone: 416 392 1953 - Email: swanseaareaseniors@gmail.com Drop In Clay Class at the Gardiner Museum Explore the potential of working with clay during this weekly drop in classes. Occurs every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday with online registration opening at 10 am the morning of each class. When: 6:00pm to 8:00pm, ever Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Where: Gardiner Museum 111 Queen s Park, Toronto ON, M5S 2C7 Price Range: Adults: $15, Seniors: $12 (Plus $5 Firing Fee per piece) - Phone: 416 408 5070 - Website: https://www.gardinermuseum.on.ca/learncreate/drop-in-clay-classes/
Toronto Remembers D-Day at Nathan Phillips Square The City of Toronto will commemorate the 74 th anniversary of the D-Day invasion with an hourlong ceremony. When: 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Wednesday June 6th. Where: Nathan Phillips Squard 100 Queen Street West, Toronto ON, M5H 2N2 Price Range: Free - Email: protocol@toronto.ca - Phone: 416 397 0861 - Website: https://www.toronto.ca/citygovernment/awardstributes/tributes/toronto-remembers-thewars/ Bereavement Support Group for Parental and Sibling Loss Group support where members may share feelings of loss, learn about the grieving process, develop strategies for coping and begin to integrate this change into their lives to move forward. When: 1:30pm to 3:00pm, Thursday, June 7 th Where: Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto 210 Wilson Avenue, Toronto ON, M5M 3B1 Price Range: Free - Charlotte Koven - Email: ckoven@circleofcare.com - Phone: 416 635 2900
Stay Active Manage Your Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Learn about osteoarthritis of the hip and knee, relieving pain and stiffness, activity and weight management and community resources. When: 9:30am to 12:30pm, Thursday, June 7 th. Where: Chartwell Lansing Retirement Residence 10 Senlac Road, Toronto ON, M2N 6P8 Price Range: Free (Registration Required) - Phone: 416 979 7228 ext. 3381 Music Wellness Class at Islington Seniors Centre Music plays a vital part in our lives. This session introduces members to invoking memories through music, artist biographies and singing. It will help stimulate the mind, body and spirit! When: 10:00am to 11:00am, Thursday, June 7 th. Where: Islington Seniors Centre 4968 Dundas Street West, Toronto ON. M9A 1B7 Price Range: $3 (Registration Required) - Phone: 416 231 3431
Alzheimer s Disease and Other Dementias at Riverdale Branch Learn about the impact of changes to the brain because of dementia and strategies to reduce risk factors. Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. When: 1:00pm to 10:00pm, Friday, June 8 th. Where: Riverdale Branch Toronto Public Library 370 Broadview Avenue, Toronto ON. M4K 2M8 Price Range: Free (Registration required) - Phone: 416 393 7720 The Summer Antique & Vintage Glass Lover s Show and Sale Antique & vintage glass is fun, functional and affordable. It also makes a very unique and thoughtful gift for the upcoming shower/wedding season! When: 10:00am to 4:00am, Saturday, June 9 th. Where: Lawrence Park Community Church 2180 Bayview Avenue, Toronto ON, M4N 3K7 Price Range: Admission is FREE - Name: Sean George - Phone: 1 416 294 3005 - Email: sgpressedglass@sympatico.ca - Website: http://www.pressedglassandgoblets.com/art icles/index.shtml
Board Games Drop-In at East End Communtiy Health Centre Enjoy some board games, a snack and a chance to connect with other community members. Board games available or bring your own. When: 10:00am to 12:00pm, Every Saturday. Where: East End Community Health Centre 1619 Queen Street East, Toronto ON, M4L 1G4 Price Range: Free - Name: Joanne Gallagher - Email: communications@eastendchc.on.ca - Phone: 416 778 5808 - Website: http://eastendchc.on.ca Healthy Eating for Older Adults at York Woods Library Please join registered Dietitian Gayle Jackson for an information session on what you need to know about healthy eating with an emphasis on nutrients that are of importance for older adults. When: 3:00pm to 4:00pm, Monday, June 11 th Where: York Woods Library 1785 Finch Avenue West, Toronto ON, M3N 1M6 Price Range: Admission is FREE - Email: ywprograms@torontopubliclibrary.ca - Phone: 416 395 5980
The Importance of Canada s National Parks There are 46 national parks in Canada and each plays an important role in protecting and conserving our environment. Join Parks Canada to learn about these national treasures. When: 7:00pm to 8:00pm, Wednesday, June 13 th. Where: Beaches Library 2161 Queen Street East, Toronto ON, M4L 1J1 Price Range: Free. - Phone: 416 393 7703 Italian Contemporary Film Festival - Let Italian Cinema Feed You This is the largest Italian film festival outside of Itlay showcasing the best new Italian and international cinema. When: June 13 th to June 22 nd, 2018 (Times vary) Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON. M5V 3X5 Price Range: Varies (some shows are free!) - Phone: 416 893 3966
Sunset Cruise with Fresh Lobster Dinner Annual event offers one of first Lake Ontario cruises of the season. Enjoy a beautiful sunset, lobster and dancing. When: 6:00pm to 11:00pm, Thursday, June 14 th. Where: Marina Quay West 539 Queens Quay West, Toronto ON, M5V 2Z3 Price Range: $75 - Names Jacques Charette - Email: fef.fest@gmail.com - Phone: 416 462 8788 - Website: https://francophonie-enfete.com/en/cruise/ Elder Abuse Walk at Northwood Community Centre Elder abuse is a growing issue for older adults. Join Lumacare in helping to raise awareness and prevent cases of elder abuse. When: 1:00pm to 6:00pm, Friday, June 15 th, 2018. Where: Northwood Community Centre 15 Clubhouse Court, Toronto, ON. M3L 2L7 Price Range: $10 (Registration Required). Larger donation can be made. - Phone: 416 398 5511
2018 People in Motion Show at Variety Village People in motion is Canada s largest disability exhibition and community event When: 10:00am to 5:00pm, Friday, June 15 th. Where: Variety Village 3701 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, ON. M1N 2G2 Price Range: Free - Archie Allison - Email: aalison@varietyvillage.on.ca - Phone: 416 699 7167 - Website: http://www.people-inmotion.com/ Market 55 at Community Centre 55 Farmers Market in the Upper Beach featuring all your market favourite eggs, cheese, baked goods, meats, honey, prepared foods and specialty items. When: 9:00am to 1:00pm, Sunday, June 17 th, 2018. Where: Community Centre 55 97 Main Street, Toronto, ON. M4E 2V6 Price Range: Free - Email: market55to@gmail.com
Humberwood Book Club Join in for stimulating conversation on the third Tuesday of the month. Pick up the current title in-branch or call for more information. New members are welcome. When: 6:30pm to 7:30pm, Every Thursday. Where: Humberwood Library 850 Humberwood Boulevard, ON M9W 7A6 Price Range: Free - Email: ccarelli@torontopubliclibrary.ca - Phone: 416 394 5210 Supper and Games at Horner Ave Senior Centre Enjoy a delicious dinner followe by a popular horse racing games! When: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm Where: Horner Ave Senior Centre 320 Horner Ave, Toronto ON, M8V 3N1 Price Range: Members: $8, non-members: $10 - Maria Martino - Email: maria.martino@toronto.ca - Phone: 416 394 6001
Taste of Global 2018 Part of Global Village Festival 2018, find tastes of Chinese, Thai, Korean, Middle Eastern, Indian, South Asian, Vietnamese, American and more! When: 10:00am to 10:00pm, Saturday June 23 rd and Sunday June 24 th Where: Mel Lastman Square 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto ON. M2N 5V7 Price Range: Free - Jennifer Berry - Email: aoffice@globalvillagefestival.ca - Phone: 416 500 0007 - Website: http://www.tasteofglobal.com/ Global Village Photo 2018 This photo exhibition themed around immigration, featuring photos from over 50 languages and communities. When: 10:00am to 10:00pm, Saturday June 23 rd and Sunday June 24 th Where: Mel Lastman Square 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto ON. M2N 5V7 Price Range: Free - Jennifer Berry - Email: office@globalvillagefestival.ca - Phone: 416 500 0007 - Website:http://www.GlobalVillagePhot o.com
Canada Music Festival 2018 Enjoy hundres of performances in over 50 languages and from different communities during this festival When: 10:00am to 10:00pm, Saturday June 23 rd and Sunday June 24 th Where: Mel Lastman Square 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto ON. M2N 5V7 Price Range: Free - Jennifer Berry - Email: office@globalvillagefestival.ca - Phone: 416 500 0007 - Website:http://www.GlobalVillagePhoto.com