NEWS
Jones Avenue school closed after heavy fire damage
Students showing up for their classes at Jones Avenue Adult Centre this morning were turned away as fire had demolished half their school’s roof overnight.
VIEWS
Vigil held for those lost in New Zealand mosque shootings
On March 17, a vigil was held at St. Cuthbert’s to ommemorate the lives of those lost during the mosque shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand.
ARTS & LIFE
Barbara Gowdy follows her new passion with second choir show
The B-Xalted choir was founded by Barbara Gowdy and Whitney Smith last winter, and after a sold-out show in December s returning for its sophomore show.
SPORTS
Lawrence Park duo drafted by OHL teams
Their hard work has paid off as Lawerence Park Panthers’ Wyatt Johnston and Tucker Robertson were drafted into the OHL on April 6.
BUSINESS
You can be fashionable and ethical, local show proves
The Right Side boutique on Danforth Avenue showcased ethical and socially conscious fashions at a fashion show on April 14.
Community Events
May 29: Cycle Don Valley Midtown club meets
The next meeting of the Cycle Don Valley Midtown club for Wards 15 and 16 is on May 29 at 7 p.m.
Arts & Music
May 24–26: Bach fest offers the best in baroque
Bach specialist and harpsichordist Luc Beauséjour makes his festival debut at the fourth annual Toronto Bach Festival on May 24 to 26.
Presentations & Workshops
Seminars, workshops, lectures, lessons and presentations in the neighbourhoods:
May 30: The Holocaust’s impact on music
Eric Gertner presents “The Holocaust’s Impact on Music” at the Columbus Centre, Carrier Room, 901 Lawrence Ave. West on May 30.
For Kids
May 9: Getting started with cosplay at Northern district
The Northern District branch of the Toronto Library is offering a program on May 9 to help teens get started with cosplay.
For Seniors
March 26: Seniors fair at community centre
The Central Eglinton Community Centre presents its annual “Healthy Brain, Happy Life” fair for seniors on March 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Shows & Sales
Exhibitions, markets, auctions, rummage sales and other local show-and-sell events:
May 10–11: Awesome Sale at Leaside United
Leaside United Church, 8222 Millwood road, hosts its Awesome Sale on May 10 and 11.
Business & Shopping
Feb. 9–10: Artisan pop-up in Riverdale
A Valentine holiday pop-up featuring items handcrafted by artisans is appearing on Feb. 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 807 Gerrard St. East.
