It's Happening in the Village

Saturday, March 20

VISIT COLBORNE LODGE and learn about 19th century Easter traditions. Families will tour the museum and spot eggs hidden in the restored rooms. Children dye their own eggs using natural dyes. This event runs from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, as well as March 27. Free with regular admission to the lodge.

DROP OFF YOUR OLD electronics like cell phones, computers and printers at the Inorganic Market, No Frills, 372 Pacific Ave. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

GREEN 13 IS HOSTING Lantern making at the Train Station Platform, Dundas and Pacific from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring the family and join the fun. Make a lantern ready for the Earth Hour walk on March 27 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 21

THE UKRAINIAN CANADIAN ART Foundation, KUMF Gallery 2118 Bloor St. W., opens "Reflections - 50 Years of Creativity," a retrospective exhibition of the works of Pavlo Lopata at 3 p.m. Guest speaker, art historian Halyna Kostiuk. The exhibit continues until April 11.

GET A JUMP ON Garage sale season with the Swansea Town Hall's annual indoor garage sale. The town hall, located at 95 Lavinia Ave., hosts the sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, March 23

The Toronto Debating Society meets at Swansea Town Hall. This week's resolution: Political correctness is the hobgoblin of small minds. All debates held at Swansea Town Hall Community Centre, 2nd. Floor Council Chamber, 95 Lavinia Ave. every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Admission is free.

Friday, March 26

THE HIGH PARK RESIDENTS' ASSOCIATION (HPRA) presents FUNRaiser! - a family-friendly evening with Canadian Champions of Magic and feature CNE performers Majinx at the Lithuanian Hall, 1573 Bloor St. W. Proceeds to Howard Public Schoolground Rejuvenation. Tickets are available now at Coffee and All That Jazz, Mabel's Bakery, Scooter Girl and Toys, and She Said Boom. Call Jeff Derksen at 416-533-6867 for details.

Saturday, March 27

CANDLELIGHT EARTH HOUR walks take place at various locations for Earth Day. Join the festivities at 7:30 p.m. with walks starting at 8:30 p.m. at the Alex Ling Fountain (at Jane and Bloor streets) at the Junction Train Station Platform (at Dundas Street West and Pacific Avenue) or at Grafton Park off Roncesvalles. Bring your own candle.

DROP OFF YOUR OLD electronics like cell phones, computers and printers at the Inorganic Market, No Frills, 2178 Bloor St. W. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CATHOLIC WOMEN'S LEAGUE of St Pius X Parish, 2305 Bloor St. W. will be having a crafts, gifts and bake sale, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and enjoy delicious home baked goods, crafts and interesting gift items. Coffee and tea will also be available.

Sunday, March 28

FREE WALKING TOUR takes place in High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations welcome. Meet Mayor David Miller for the Mayor's Walk through High Park.

Monday, March 29

FREE TAX RETURN PREPARATION for low income adults and families is sponsored by Gerard Kennedy, MP, and Certified General Accountants from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Parkdale United Church. For information and to book an appointment, call Rev. Shawn Lucas 416-532-4775.

Thursday, April 1

The West Toronto Junction Historical Society's meets at the Annette Street Public Library at 7:30 until 9:30 p.m. The Tessellate Institute will give a talk about its recent oral history project of the first mosque in Toronto, which was located from 1961-1968 at 3047 Dundas St. W. in the Junction.

Saturday, April 10

FREE TAX RETURN PREPARATION for low income adults and families is sponsored by Gerard Kennedy, M.P. and Certified General Accountants from noon to 4 p.m. at Bonar-Parkdale Presbyterian Church. For information and to book an appointment, call 416-769-5072.

Sunday, April 11

FREE WALKING TOUR takes place in High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations are welcome. Learn about Grenadier Pond and its spring transformation.

Sunday, April 18

CHORAL EVENSONG FOR St. George at 4 p.m. followed by St. George's Tea, and St. Olave's Arts Guild and Consort with words and music from England's greatest writers takes place at St. Olave's Church, 360 Windermere Ave. Contributions appreciated. For more details call 416-769-5686 or visit www.stolaves.ca

Saturday, April 24

SPRING RUMMAGE SALE takes place at St. Olave's Church from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Clothing, linens, kitchen items, boutique items, jewelry, crafts, christmas items, books, toys, games, puzzles, furniture and so much more. All proceeds go to worthwhile causes supported by the Anglican Church Women. St. Olave's Church is located at 360 Windermere Ave. For more details call 416-769-5686 or visit www.stolaves.ca

Sunday, April 25

FREE WALKING TOUR takes place in High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations are welcome. Hear about the Lost Waterways with Leo DeSorcy (this walk may last up to three hours).

Sunday, May 9

FREE WALKING TOUR takes place in High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations are welcome. Find out about the migratory birds that are returning to the city with Steven Favier.

Sunday, May 23

FREE WALKING TOUR takes place in High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations are welcome. Colborne Lodge staff educate about the myths and legends of High Park.

Sunday, June 13

GET TO KNOW THE spring babies at the zoo, during the free walking tour that takes place at High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations are welcome.

Sunday, June 27

RON LUFT EDUCATES about the June Wildflowers during the free walking tour that takes place at High Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant. Walks are on wooded trails so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Donations are welcome.

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