It's Happening in Bloor West

HEAR ABOUT THE MYTHS and legends of High Park with staff from Colborne Lodge. Free Walking Tours take place every second and fourth Sunday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to noon, starting at the benches just south of Grenadier Restaurant.

Wednesday, Nov. 11

A REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE is hosted by Swansea Town Hall and the Swansea Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, honouring the men of Swansea who gave their lives in the Second World War and for whom the Swansea Memorial Library was created. We also honour all those who served Canada in wars and peacekeeping missions. Service starts at 10:45 a.m. at The Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. in the Bloor and Windermere area. For further information please call 416-392-1954 or visit www.swanseatownhall.ca

Thursday Nov. 12

JUNCTION RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION public meeting 7 to 9 p.m., at West Toronto Baptist Church, 3049 Dundas St. W. Help elect officers for 2010, discuss community concerns and meet neighbors. All those interested in the Junction are welcome. Refreshments will be served. A live webcast will be available at junctionra.ca. Call 416-769-3441 for more information.

THE ALEX LING Fountain, five metres in height, will be illuminated as part of the Cavalcade of Lights taking place this evening between 6 and 8 p.m. Energy-efficient LED lighting displays also include 'Christmas in the Village' with Santa Claus arriving in his sleigh over the roof tops on Bloor Street West at Glendonwynne Road. Look for the animated coloured lights choreographed to music along with houses and scenery drawn by local school children.

Friday, Nov. 15

THE UKRAINIAN CANADIAN ART FOUNDATION (KUMF) hosts the opening for exhibit of paintings by Halyna Novakiwska and Andrij Babytsch at 3 p.m. Exhibit continues until Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009. KUMF Gallery 2118 Bloor St. W. www.kumfgallery.com 416-766-6802

Saturday, Nov. 14

CHRISTMAS MARKET OPENS at St. Olave's church from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Enjoy a luncheon, silent auction, raffles, home baking, gift items, Christmas crafts, treasures, toys, books, white elephant sale, bottle table, and much more. St. Olave's Anglican Church, 360 Windermere Ave. at Bloor. For more information 416-769-5686.

ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH BAZAAR takes place at 740 Annette St. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors being sought. Cost is $20 a table contact: Maria Grant 416 767-6451. st.james@sympatico.ca.

THE CATHOLIC WOMEN'S LEAGUE of St Pius X Parish, 2305 Bloor St. W., will be holding their annual Christmas Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be home baked goods, crafts, white elephant, Christmas crafts, books, silent auction, raffles and lots more. There will also be a hot lunch served. Admission to the bazaar is free. Come join us and start your Christmas shopping early.

Saturday, Nov. 21

HOLLY TEA PARTY happens at St. John's Anglican Church 288 Humberside Rd. from 1 to 4 p.m. Baked goods, preserves, crafts, vintage jewelry will be for sale. This is an annual church fundraiser. Call 416-763-2393 for more details.

Friday, Nov. 27

ST. PIUS X ELEMENTARY school's annual Christmas Bazaar takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the school, 71 Jane St. Vendors will offer great gift ideas, delicious home baked goods, child friendly activities, and an exciting raffle table.

Saturday, Nov. 28

THE EIGHTH ANNUAL NUTCRACKER FAIR at St. Martin-in-the-Fields parish located at 151 Glenlake Ave. just north of Bloor, east of Keele Street in Toronto promises something for everyone. Mark your calendars to attend this pre-Christmas shopping event on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Items for sale include holiday wear, decorative arrangements, plants and more! Home cooked items, including yummy desserts, preserves and appetizing ready-made frozen dinners will also be available. The Silent Auction has a number of premium gift items - including beautiful ready-made gift baskets.

CHILDREN'S CONCERT: Splash 'n Boots takes place at the Time for Play Nursery School Fundraising Concert&Silent Auction at 10 a.m., $8 (under 2 free) Runnymede Public School, 357 Runnymede Rd. To purchase tickets in advance, email: timeforplaynurseryschool@gmail.com

Sunday, Nov. 29

FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT celebrations start at 4 p.m. - Choral Evensong followed by Christmas Cake and Talk by Douglas Cowling "Christmas with Bach". St. Olave's Church, Bloor and Windermere. Contributions appreciated. For more details call 416-769-5686 or visit www.stolaves.ca

Sunday, Dec. 6

A DRAMATIC READING of Charles Dickens' timeless classic "A Christmas Carol" features presenters Jeff Douglas, Ben Heppner, Mayor David Miller, Susan Ormiston, Noah Reid, RH Thomson, and Anna Maria Tremonti. Throughout the evening a number of holiday selections will be heard from featured musicians including Ben Heppner, Janie Kim, John McMurchy, and Paul Widner, with choirs from the Etobicoke School of the Arts and the Runnymede United Church. The reading is at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary at Runnymede United Church, 432 Runnymede Rd. Tickets are $20 and can be made available by calling 416-767-6729, with net proceeds going to The Stop Community Food Centre

Saturday, Dec. 12

THE HEALEY WILLAN SINGERS, a women's chamber ensemble presents their Christmas concert titled The Angel Sings. Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. With special guest, the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School Choir, Lou D'amore, conductor. Featuring Vivaldi's Gloria (arranged for upper voices) and other seasonal favourites. Church of St. Martin in-the-Fields, 151 Glenlake Avenue, Toronto. Tickets available at the door (Cash only): $15 adults, $10 students/seniors. For more information, please call 416-519-0528 or email to healeywillansingers@yahoo.ca

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