Here are eight FREE events happening in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
This video presents “Planet in Focus 2012 Festival Trailer ‘Confined’”:
FREE Children’s Film Program (ages 5–12)
Saturday, October 13, 2012
10:00 a.m.
Screening and Workshop at TIFF Bell Lightbox
TIFF Bell Lightbox, Cinema 3
350 King St. West
www.planetinfocus.org
Phone 416-531-1769
Celebrate the environment by joining Planet in Focus for an exciting day of fun and engaging programming for children!
- The day begins with a screening of imaginative short films from around the world:
- And will be followed by a free animation workshop courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada (NFB):
- 12:00 PM NFB Animation Workshop
- This FREE animation workshop gives children the opportunity to create their own claymation environmental movies courtesy of the NFB
- Space is limited so please pre-register by emailing info@planetinfocus.org
- 12:00 PM NFB Animation Workshop
Official Opening of the Joseph Bannon Park & the Official Street Naming
Saturday, October 13
1 to 5 P.M.
Official Ceremony at 1:30 P.M.
&
Fall Festival in the Joseph Bannon Park
Joseph Bannon Park, 65 Mary Chapman Blvd.
- Come celebrate the official opening of the Joseph Bannon Park and the official street naming with:
- Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti (Ward 7 York West), Chair of the Community Development and Recreation Committee
- City of Toronto staff
- members of the community
- the Emery Village Business Improvement Area
- and the Bannon family
- After the official ceremony, a fall festival with family activities, food and refreshments will take place in the park
- Joseph Bannon Park was named to honour Joseph Bannon, a decorated war hero and one of Emery Village’s greatest community champions
- Bannon and his wife Doris May became foster parents to more than 150 babies and unwanted children, and adopted seven of them
- Bannon was a founding patron of St. Jude’s Catholic Church on Weston Road
- The new one-hectare park features:
- an artificial outdoor ice rink
- senior and junior play structure
- splash pad
- mini soccer field
For more info, please contact Lynn Essensa:
- Phone 416-394-2669
- Email at lessens@toronto.ca
Re-opening of Toronto’s Matty Eckler Community Recreation Centre
FREE Barbecue, Leisure Swim and Facility Tours
Saturday, October 13
1 to 4 p.m.
Remarks at 1 p.m.
Matty Eckler Community Recreation Centre, 953 Gerrard St. E.
- Come celebrate the re-opening of Matty Eckler Community Recreation Centre with:
- Councillor Paula Fletcher (Ward 30 Toronto-Danforth)
- City of Toronto staff
- members of the community
- Community members are invited to a FREE barbecue, leisure swim and facility tours as part of Saturday’s event
- There will be arts and crafts for children
- The renovated community centre features:
- a larger elevator serving all four floors
- improved ventilation and cooling
- a new exercise room
- a computer room
This video presents “2011 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon – Race Report”:
- “On October 16, 2011 our Race Reporter, Craig Cassar, was among the masses running in the IAAF Silver Label ‘SCOTIABANK TORONTO WATERFRONT MARATHON’
- It’s the finale of the 2011 Canada Running Series by Race Director Alan Brookes. History was made on several fronts…“
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K Run/Walk
- The Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K Run/Walk is a signature event in the city, drawing thousands of runners every year who are seeking a challenge
- Please note that registration for the 2012 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon is now closed
- Please continue to fundraise until Friday, October 26, 2012
- For the fourth year in a row, United Way Toronto is an Official Charity of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon
- Last year, almost 100 runners helped raise close to $24,000 for the cause — “together, we know we can surpass that amount this year and raise $30,000.”
- The Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon is also a qualifier for the Boston Marathon
- For run routes, start times and other race details, please visit torontowaterfrontmarathon.com
- The full and half marathon start on University Avenue just north of Adelaide Street and finish in the heart of downtown at City Hall, at Bay and Queen Street
- “They head out and back along the lakeshore on a flat course that Boston hopefuls and first-timers love”
- There are bands and Neighbourhood Entertainment Centres every 2 kilometres, cheerleaders, and numerous aid stations
- It’s a festive, full weekend with the following highlights:
- Guru John Stanton at the FREE 2-day Expo, Friday and Saturday
- There’s a Saturday morning (FREE) short International Friendship Run, hosted by the Running Room
- A post-race Victory party in Nathan Phillips Square from 10:00am to 3:30pm on Sunday
- “It’s all part of an “unforgettable” Toronto experience!“
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K Run/Walk – Saturday and Sunday Road Closures:
- Bay Street from Queen Street to Dundas Street will be closed from Saturday, October 13 at 12 noon to Sunday, October 14 at 7 p.m. to accommodate the finish line activities for the race
- University Avenue from Front Street to Dundas Street will be closed on Sunday, October 14 from 4 a.m. to 11 a.m. to accommodate the start line activities for the race
- A series of full road closures will take place on Sunday, October 14 from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the race:
- These closures will occur in the area bounded by:
- Bloor Street in the north
- Victoria Park in the east
- Lake Ontario in the south
- Windermere Avenue in the west
- Other roads in this area will be closed periodically to accommodate the event
- These closures will occur in the area bounded by:
A more complete list of events and road work is available at http://www.toronto.ca/torontostreets/
- In addition, the City recently introduced T.O. INview, a map that shows information about planned capital construction work taking place across the city
- The new site can be accessed at www.toronto.ca/inview
Fall Weston Family Quarry Garden Tree Tour
Sunday, October 14, 2012
10:30a.m. – 12:00p.m.
Suggested Donation: $5.00
Registration required
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Avenue (near the Ornamental gates at the west parking lot)
- Celebrate fabulous Fall by joining LEAF as they lead a tour exploring the natural significance of the restored Weston Family Quarry Garden in the Don Valley
- Learn the importance of natural habitats in urban environments, tree identification and natural history
- Tour Leaders:
- Amanda Gomm, Manager, Volunteer & Community Engagement, LEAF
- Kim Statham, Natural Environment Specialist, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, City of Toronto
- Accessibility: Some steep hills and uneven ground
- Contact Info:
Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests (LEAF)
Artscape Wychwood Barns
601 Christie St, Suite 253
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M6G 4C7- Phone 416.413.9244
- Email: info@yourleaf.org
Toronto to Honour Recipients of Annual Garden Awards
Monday, October 15
Noon to 2 p.m.
Official Remarks at 12:15 p.m
Members’ Lounge, Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen St. W.
- Councillor Norm Kelly (Ward 40 Scarborough-Agincourt), Chair of the Parks and Environment Committee, and City of Toronto staff will present the 14th annual Toronto Garden Awards
- The awards recognize residents, businesses and organizations that have contributed to their communities by beautifying privately-owned spaces in the city
- There are three categories in the contest:
- Traditional residential
- Environmental residential
- Commercial
Felstead Park Playday
Saturday, October 20
1:30 p.m.
Main entrance off Mountjoy Avenue
Join Councillor Paula Fletcher (Ward 30 Toronto-Danforth) at 1:30 p.m. for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new playground:
- Art station
- Kid-friendly manicure station
- Face painting
- Bubble station
- Eco-friendly sand play
- Games – Parachute Games, three-legged races, potato sack races, obsticle courses etc.
- Prizes!!!
- Story Time Hill
- Dance Performances and free dance lessons hosted by the S.P.A.C.E.
- Musical Performances
- Fire Truck
Please click here for contact info.
Gracedale Park
Saturday, October 20, 2012
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Remarks: 12 p.m.
Cricket Demonstration: 12:30 p.m.
Gracedale Park, 176 Gracedale Blvd.
- Come celebrate the opening of the new Splash Pad and Practice Cricket Cage at Gracedale Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony
- Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti (Ward 7 York West) and City of Toronto staff will join members of the community to celebrate the official re-opening of Gracedale Park
- Contact:Lynn Essensa
- Phone 416-394-2669
- Email at lessens@toronto.ca
City of Toronto Contact Info:
Phone within Toronto city limits: 311
Phone outside city limits: 416-392-CITY (2489)
(can be used within Toronto if you can’t reach 311)
TTY customers: 416-338-0TTY (0889)
Fax: 416-338-0685
E-mail: 311@toronto.ca
If your matter is urgent, please call them. They are open 24/7.
Always call 911 for emergencies.
Enjoy!
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