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Listings from our Sept. 7, 2010 issue
Sept. 1-26: Student solo art exhibition featuring 8-year-old Kevin Vu Tran at Ida's Art Studio, 21 Madelaine Ave (Vic.Park/Danforth). Free. 416-686-7384, www.idatong.com
Sept. 8: Open House at West Scarborough Seniors 55+Club at 313 Pharmacy 1-3 p.m. Yoga, fitness, line dancing, carpet bowling, travel, cards, bingo, computer, book club, warm pool, socials and much more. 416-755-9215 x 237
Sept. 10-12: 4th Annual Art Show & Sale by award-winning Artist Jennifer Smithwell at the Gardener's Cottage, 30 Lee Ave., south of Queen in Kew Gardens. Fri. 1-7 p.m., Sat & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 647-272-4120 or www.smithwell.ca
Sept. 11: To read or not to read Hamlet? The Shakespeare Readers meet at Beaches Library, 2161 Queen, 2-4 p.m. Participants are invited to take a role or just listen and enjoy.
Sept. 11: 9/11 Remembrance Service at the Millennium Gardens, Eastern and Coxwell Aves., 1 p.m. Chairperson Gene Domagala invites all to attend. Info: Nancy 416-691-1113
Sept. 11: Help Send Martin Gladstone to City Council. All-Volunteers Meeting at Murphy's Law (loft), corner of Queen St. E. and Kingston Rd., 2:30 p.m. Come and bring a friend! Info: 416-693-9000, martin@votegladstone.ca
Sept. 11 & 12: 7th Annual Beach Celtic Festival 10-6 p.m. in Kew Gardens. www.thecelticfestival.com
Sept. 12: Birchcliff Bluffs United Church: We invite you to join us as we begin a new church year, 10:30 a.m. Warden & Kingston. Children's program, nursery care and handicap accessible. 416-694-4081
Sept. 12: Grand Opening of the Campaign Office of Mary-Margaret McMahon, Ward 32 City Councillor Candidate, at 2200 Gerrard St. East (2 doors east of Beach Metro News), 4-6 p.m. 416-690-5006, info@mcmahon.ca
Sept. 12 & 19: Registration at Ted Reeve Skating and Hockey School. Brenda 416-751-3959, Paul @ paucasey@deloitte.ca or http://tedreeveskatinghockeyschool.ca
Sept.13: Lupus Support Group meets at Centre 55, 97 Main St., 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Info: Melissa Herod at 647-588-3409
Sept. 14: Canning Demonstration (tomatoes, salsas and pickles) with Emerie Brine from Bernardin at the Danforth Mennonite Church, 2174 Danforth Ave., 7:30 - 9 p.m. $5 charge. RSVP spargy@rogers.com
Sept. 14: Housing - A Place to Call Home. Presentation by Toronto Region Schizophrenia Society of Canada in lecture theatre, 2nd floor, East Wing, Toronto East General Hospital, 825 Coxwell Ave.. Refreshments 7 p.m. presentation 7:30 p.m. If you are living with mental illness and looking for affordable housing please join us. Free admission. No registration.
Sept. 15: Open House for New Curlers at the Scarboro Golf & Country Club, 7 p.m. Openings for all ages, sections and time slots.Expert instruction by in house pro. No expensive equipment. Includes social membership. roy.weigand@scarborogcc.com or call 416-266-4546.
Sept. 15: Beaver, Cub and Scout Registration for the 80th Seton Troop at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva, just north of Queen, 7-8:30 p.m.Beavers meet Weds. 7-8 p.m. and Scout and Cubs, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Assistant leaders and volunteers are needed at all levels. Kim 416-400-7072.
Sept. 16: Habitat for Humanity Information Session on how to apply for a Habitat home, at Main Street Library, 137 Main St., 2-3 p.m. Also Oct.14, 6:30-8 p .m.
Sept. 16: Top Ten Pitfalls of Home Renovations. Project Manager Louise Green shows you how to avoid mistakes, 2-3:30 .m. at Main Street Library, 137 Main St. Also on Oct. 13, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Please pre-register.
Sept. 18: Rummage and bake sale plus white elephant, barbecue and raffle at Versa Care, 77 Main St., 9-1 p.m. All welcome. Proceeds for the residents benefit account. Donations welcome.
Sept.18 &19: One Stop Studio Tour at the Momiji Centre, 3555 Kingston Rd.(e. of Markham Rd.), 10-5 p.m. Juried show includes watercolour and oil paintings, mixed media, jewelry, hats, clothing, wood puzzles, toys, photography and greeting cards. Free admission and parking, wheelchair accessible. www.onestopstudiotour.ca, kathleen@bejeweled-bedazzled.ca, or Kathleen 416-265-4838.
Sept.19: Beach Terry Fox Run. Register 8.15 a.m. at the Woodbine Bathing Station on the Boardwalk. Run begins 9 a.m. www.terryfoxrun.org
Sept.19: Balsam Restaurant hosts Wine Tasting Fundraiser for Mary-Margaret McMahon, Ward 32 City Councillor Candidate. Tickets $50 each ($12.50 after city rebate). RSVP info@mcmahoncan.ca, 416-690-5006
Sept.20: Osteoporosis Support Group meets at Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Road at Markham Rd., 10 - noon. Admission and parking free. 416-396-4051
Sept.20- 24: Royal Canadian Legion Week. Open house at Branch 11, 9 Dawes Road with displays, memorabilia and vets on hand to share a story. 1 -5 p.m. and Thursday 1-8 p.m. All welcome. Helen 416-699-1353.
Sept.20- Nov.29: Gospel of St. John - ten Ecumenical Bible Study sessions at St. John's Norway Church, 470 Kingston Rd. led by Sister Brenda Duncombe, DMJ. $30 covers all sessions. Info. and registration - Jean 416-694-5969
Sept. 22: Homeopathy - learn about alternative holistic medicine including effective seasonal cold and flu tips, at Main Street Library, 137 Main St., 6:30-8 p.m. Also on Oct. 21, 2-3:30 p.m. dealing with childhood ear infections and other common conditions. Please pre-register.
Sept. 23: Healthy babies eat homecooked food. Learn how to prepare, handle and store it safely - at Main Street Library, 137 Main Street, 9-11:30 am. Also Oct. 7, 9-11:30 a.m. Please pre-register.
Sept. 23: Candidates' Forum at St. John's Norway Church, 470 Woodbine Ave., 7:00 p.m. sharp. Meet candidates running for Councillor in Ward 32. Organized by Beach Metro News and Community Centre 55.
Sept. 25: Free Lec-Dem / Workshop & Open House at Spiral Movement Center, 20 Leslie St., unit #206, 8 p.m. Explore modern cutting-edge bodymind techniques. Info: 416-469-3569
Sept. 25: The Ontario Society of Artists invites you to a Fundraiser and Art Sale at Jesse Ashbridge House, 1444 Queen St. E., 10- 4 p.m. All art $75 each.
Sept. 25: Fall Fest and Antique Appraisal at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, Warden & Kingston, 9 - 1 p.m.Antique appraisal $5 per item - call 416-694-4081 to reserve a time. Fresh Ontario produce, bake table, books, clothing, vintage glass, breakfast and lunch. Vendor tables $40. 416-694-4081
Sept. 27: Computers made easy for seniors and new users - at Beaches Library, 3-4 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. Don't rely on your grandkids. let us show you how.
Sept. 28: Poetry out loud - pick a poem to read or recite at Beaches Library, 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 30: Katimavik Information Session at Main Street Library,m 4-5 p.m. Katimavik offers youth 17-21 an exciting 9-month journey of self-discovery in three different regions of Canada. Each volunteer contributes about 900 hours of volunteer work for a non-profit organization. www.katimavik.com
Oct. 1 and 2: 24-hour Drumathon at Beach United and Kingston Road United Churches.
Oct. 2 -3: Cantemus Singers, directed by Michael Erdman, present "Good Queen Bess" - a celebration of sacred and secular choral music from the court of Elizabeth the First. Sat. Oct.2. 7:30 .m. at Hope United Church, 2550 Danforth at Main. Sun. Oct.3 at 3 p.m. at Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Keele and Glenlake. Tickets at the door or call 416-578-6602. Adults $15. Seniors and students $10.
Oct. 2 -3: The Beach Guild of Fine Art presents "Art Down by the Bay" with new paintings by over 40 artists, 10-5 p.m. at the Lions' Clubhouse at Ashbridges Bay at the foot of Coxwell south of the Lakeshore. Free admission, free parking, lucky raw and a gift boutique.
Sundays: Toronto United Mennonite Church, 1774 Queen St.East We warmly welcome you to join us at 10 a.m. and at our worship service at 11 a.m. Christian education and nursery room, 10-12:35 p.m. Info. 416-699-6631. www.tumc.ca
Wednesdays: Circle of Friends (a stroke recovery group for seniors) meets noon-2 p.m. at 11 Coatsworth Ave., in the main floor tea room for making new friends, gentle safe exercises and stimulating mental aerobics. Info: Neighbourhood Link 416-691-7407
52nd Cub & Scout Group at Balmy Beach School, 14 Pine Ave. for boys and girls. Bring a friend. Sept. 10 Cub registration 6:30 p.m. Ages 8-10 (7 year olds welcome if you will be 8 by Dec. 31). Sept. 14: Scout registration and first fall meeting, 7 p.m. For 11-13 year olds. To help start a Beaver Colony for 5-7 year olds, call Bob Stuart, 416-691-6869
Prenatal and Fertility Yoga: Relax and reconnect with your body and mind, as we explore techniques to ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery. You will learn to use your breath and mind as tools to guide your body to do what it needs to do naturally, whether you are pregnant or trying to conceive. Queen & Carlaw. Tues.6:30-7:30 p.m. To register contact Sarah @ sasmitayoga@sympatico.ca 416-466-8547
Beaches Library, 2161 Queen St.,East. 415-393-7703. Movies Wed. 2 p.m., Knitting circle Weds. 6:30 p.m. Fall registration for Baby, Toddler and Preschool Time Sept.12-18. Book club meets on the first Thursday of the month
Beaches Weight Loss Challenge. Beach residents are invited to join the 8 week program , $40 to join. The more folks the bigger prize. In 8 weeks change eating habits, lose up to 15 lbs, and learn to keep it off. www.TorontoWeightLossChallenge.com. Starts Sept. 20, 6:30 p.m. at Matty Eckler Comm.Centre, 953 Gerrard St. East. Info: 647-500-6347
Family Services Toronto (a United Way Agency) offers: Boost Group for Women 60+, Seniors Discussion Group for Men and Women 60+. Gaining Strength and Sharing Stories for woman 50+ who have experienced abuse, Educational workshops for care-givers, and much more.These courses are free, though donations are welcome.Contact Lynne Gallagher at 416-595-9618.
Gifted Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse - join us for meditation, sharing , mutual support, discussion and readings from books by Alice Miller. 416-694-0101.
Watercolour Friendships - for beginners or experienced watercolour artists interested in meeting regularly for creativity and connection. 416-694-0101.
Kids Who Love To Sing & Act! The Toronto Beaches Children's Chorus is holding auditions. to book an audition or for more info, call 416-698-9864 or visit www.torontobeacheschildrenschorus.com
Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 416-691-8082, www.beachunitedchurch.com Worship- Sundays 10:30 (nursery care available). Info about baptism, membership and exploring faith - contact Karen. Beachestra Summer-oh10 - play an instrument-contact Douglas. Speaker series; Sept.15,7:30 Sarah Elton, author of The Locavore. Sept.25, 12:30 Bread making led by Gordon Brown of St. John's Bakery - fee for supplies. For Dondi 24 hour Drumathon see page 10
Neighbourhood Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 79 Hiawatha, 416-686-6809, www.nuuc.ca invites you to Sunday services, 10:30 a.m.with a separate Children's Story program. Our services are for setting aside time and space for reflection and inspiration, to search for wisdom and inspiration where it my be found in scriptures, traditions, poetry and philosophy, and sharing what is common between us - the human condition. Visitors and inquirers welcome.
Scarborough Writers’ Association meets Wednesdays at Jack Goodlad Centre, Kennedy Rd. Newcomers welcome as we discuss our own prose and poetry in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Info: 416-698-7322
Applegrove Community Centre, 70 Woodfleld Rd., 416-461-8143. Writing your Memoirs - 4 week workshop with author Susan Siddeley just started.Cost $6. Walking group meets Weds. 10-1 p.m. for local trips. Euchre and refreshments Tues. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Computer tutoring Thurs. 10-noon - book ahead. Bingo, biscuits and the chance to win great prizes - all for $1.50 on Fri.1-3 p.m.
Re-Train Your Brain®. Unclutter yourself! Reduce stress & chronic tension. Learn how to be present to yourself with Awareness classes & workshops. Discover how to improve how you move, think, sense & feel in the world. Gain immediate benefits of stress-free living and balance. Feldenkrais® Awareness Through Movement® & Learn to Meditate .Call for times and locations Marlene Kennedy 416-406-0054 or visit www.YourBodyTellsTheTruth.ca, www.Feldenkrais.com
Family Resource Connection. Changes at the "Drop In" at 184 Main St. (across from Ted Reeve Arena). We were once at 140 Wineva (17 years) and at 21 Swanwick. Both Janet and Irene are leaving, Janet at the end of July and Irene in October. Greetings may be sent to 416-690-0102. Thanks to everyone over these years! Family Resource Connection is a resource centre for families with children birth to six years. Info: 416-690-0102
St. John's Catholic Church, 794 Kingston Rd. (3 blocks E of Main St.) •Masses: Saturday 4:30 p.m. (Contemporary Music), Sunday 9 a.m. (Children's Liturgy), 11 a.m. (Choir) •Weekday Masses: Monday-Saturday 8:15 a.m., Holidays 9 a.m. •Reconciliation: Saturday 3:45-4:15 p.m. •Pray the Rosary each morning Mon.-Sat. 20 min. before Mass. All welcome. Info: 416-698-1105, www.stjohnsrc.ca
St. Paul's United Church, 200 McIntosh St. •AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) groups meet Mondays, Wednesdays evenings, Fridays, as well as AlAnon and Alateen group on Mondays and Women's Discussion Group on Sundays. •Scouting and Guiding, various week nights and times •Senior Support and Gentle Exercises, Thursdays, 1:30-2:45 p.m. Gentle exercises and fellowship plus yoga for all ages. Info: 416-261-4222
Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church, 35 Wood Glen Road (corner of Kingston Road and Wood Glen). Join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m. for a spiritual service accompanied by an inspiring and joyous music program. Families always welcome and we offer a Sunday school program. Info: www.fallingbrookpresbyterian.com
St. Saviour's Anglican Church, 43 Kimberley Ave. (at Swanwick). •Join us for Sunday service, 10:30 a.m., with Church school. •Christian Meditation (centering prayer), first Thursday of each month, 7-8 p.m. Info: 416-699-6512
Glen Rhodes United Church, 1470 Gerrard St. E. (at Rhodes Ave.). Join us Sunday, 10 a.m., for creative worship and fellowship. We are a small lively church celebrating our 14th year as an Affirming Congregation. We put our belief in social justice to work in our food bank, community meals and other forms of outreach. Info: 416- 465-3755
Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd. (3 blocks W of Victoria Pk. Ave.). Sunday Worship with Church School and Nursery, 10:30 a.m. We warmly welcome you to our Affirm United Church. Info: 416-699-6091, krucinfo@rogers.com
Alcoholism affecting your family? We invite you to recovery in Al-Anon. •Main Street Fellowship Family Group meets Wednesdays 7:15-8:45 p.m. at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St. (corner of Swanwick Ave.) Info: 416-410-3809 (answering service) or www.al-anon.alateen.org
Fourth Tuesday of every month: Amnesty International in the Beaches at St. John's Norway Church (Woodbine Ave. at Kingston Rd.), 7:30 p.m. We meet to send letters to speak out for people who are being denied their rights; to organize fundraising activities; and to choose other ways to suport human rights worldwide. New members very welcome.
Circle of Friends - A Stroke Recovery Group for Seniors presented by Neighbourhood Link Support Services at 11 Coatsworth Ave. (Coxwell and Danforth area), Wednesdays, noon-2 p.m. Gentle and safe exercises, stimulating mental aerobics, and a chance to make new friends, all in a warm and supportive environment. Info: Veronica 416-691-7407 ext 624
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