Streeter staff, Author at Streeter

Dec. 18–19: Shop at the Leslieville Christmas pop-up market

The Leslieville Christmas Pop-Up Market is back for its eighth year, running over Dec. 4 and 5 at 20 Wagstaff Dr.

*FEATURED Theatre THINGS TO DO

Dec. 16–18: See return of A Christmas Carol

December 2, 2021December 3, 2021 Streeter staff Campbell House Museum, Queen Street West

A Christmas Carol is back as a staged reading at the Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen St. W., for a three-day run.

VIEWS

‘Tree Funeral Song’ takes on Metrolinx and Premier Ford

December 1, 2021December 1, 2021 Streeter staff Jimmie Simpson Park, Save Jimmie Simpson, trees

Those attending the tree funeral on Nov. 28 organized by the Save Jimmie Simpson group were treated to a new song, sung to the tune of “Hallelujah.”

*FEATURED Meetings THINGS TO DO

Dec. 8: Find out what’s happening on the waterfront

December 1, 2021December 3, 2021 Streeter staff Brad Bradford, Paula Fletcher, town hall, Villiers Island, waterfront

Councillor Brad Bradford and Paula Fletcher are hosting an online town hall meeting on the waterfront’s big construction projects.

*FEATURED Shows & Sales THINGS TO DO

Dec. 11–12: Return to the Leslieville Flea holiday market

November 27, 2021December 3, 2021 Streeter staff Leslieville Flea

The Leslieville Flea’s holiday markets is back. The two-day event is indoors at the Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre at 870 Queen St. E.

Giving THINGS TO DO

Dec. 11: Donate basic necessities in Rotary drive

November 27, 2021December 3, 2021 Streeter staff Danforth Avenue, Eastminster United Church, Jackman Avenue, Toronto East Rotary Club

The Toronto East Rotary Club is collecting necessities for people using food banks, shelters, drop-in centres or Out of the Cold.

For Kids Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

Dec. 9: Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons at S. Walter Stewart

November 25, 2021November 17, 2021 Streeter staff Dungeons and Dragons, Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library

Youth age 13–17 are invited to learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons at the S. Walter Stewart Library, 170 Memorial Park Ave.

*FEATURED Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

Dec. 6: Find out how airspace changes affect our neighbourhoods

November 22, 2021December 5, 2021 Streeter staff aircraft noise, airplanes, Nav Canada, noise, Pearson Airport

NAV Canada is holding a public consultation of particular interest to residents who have complained about aircraft noise.

Shows & Sales THINGS TO DO

Dec. 5: Go holiday shopping at Riverside market

November 21, 2021November 28, 2021 Streeter staff market, Queen Street East, Riverside Common Park

The Holiday Edition of the Riverside Common Market featuring local vendors is taking place Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Shows & Sales THINGS TO DO

Until Dec. 5: Order Christmas tree from Scouts in Leaside

November 21, 2021November 28, 2021 Streeter staff Christmas trees, Eglinton Avenue East, Leaside Presbyterian Church, Scouts

From Nov. 1 to Dec. 5, the 132nd Toronto Scouts are taking orders for Christmas trees to be picked up Dec. 11.

Arts & Music Events For Kids THINGS TO DO

Dec. 4: Kick off holiday season with Santa in Cabbagetown

November 20, 2021November 26, 2021 Streeter staff Cabbagetown BIA, Santa Claus

The Cabbagetown BIA is hosting Holiday in the Patch on Dec. 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the corners of Parliament and Carlton streets.

Exhibits THINGS TO DO

Starting Dec. 3: Witness the dawn of life at the ROM

November 19, 2021December 3, 2021 Streeter staff Bloor Street West, Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum is unveiling Dawn of Life, the new gallery that explores early life on Earth and four billion years of evolution.

Arts & Music Events THINGS TO DO

Dec. 3: Enjoy holiday concert in person or online

November 19, 2021November 26, 2021 Streeter staff choir, Grace Church on-the-Hill, Lonsdale Road, Upper Canada Choristers

The Upper Canada Choristers and their Latin ensemble Cantemos celebrate the holidays in a hybrid concert on Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Community Events THINGS TO DO

Dec. 2: Watch tree lighting in Greenwood Park

November 18, 2021November 27, 2021 Streeter staff Greenwood Park, Paula Fletcher, tree lighting

The annual tree lighting and other festive fun at Greenwood Park takes place Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m., hosted by Councillor Paul Fletcher

For Kids Health & Fitness THINGS TO DO

Nov. 29: Attend town hall about kids’ vaccine online

November 15, 2021November 27, 2021 Streeter staff Cressy, Michael Garron Hospital, Paula Fletcher, town hall, vaccine

Toronto-Danforth councillor Paula Fletcher is hosting a virtual town hall on kids’ vaccines on Nov. 29 from 7 to 8 p.m.