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Todmorden Mills invites you to participate in their March Break programming from March 8 to March 17. Dive into a variety of family-friendly activities offering a mix of crafts, workshops, and historical exploration that will celebrate women’s stories and history.

Crafts and Workshops for Everyone

Enjoy creating crafts such as 3-D paper birds, clothespin frogs, paper flower bouquets, pop-up cards, watercolour painting workshop of local flora and fauna and papermaking workshop inspired by the work of influential figures such as Alice Eastwood, Jean Lumb, and Elizabeth Simcoe. Sample treats made from historic recipes, take a self-guided nature walk in the Wildflower Preserve, and join a guided tour of historic homes to learn more about the impact women have made in Toronto’s history.

Where:
Todmorden Mills Heritage Site, 67 Pottery Rd, Toronto, ON M4K 2B9
When:
March 8 to March 17
Drop-in crafts and workshops in Brewery Building:
$20 per family group (up to 5 people, including at least one adult)
Free Historic house tours:
Daily at 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm.

For additional details, check out the City of Toronto’s Festival and Events Calendar.

Indulge in a delicious Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at St. Cuthbert’s, Leaside, on February 13, 2024, from 5:30 pm to 7:15 pm. All are welcome!

Why Shrove Tuesday and What’s with the Pancakes?

Shrove Tuesday marks the traditional feast day before the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday. As Lent was historically a time of fasting, Christians would go to confession and be “shriven” (absolved) on Shrove Tuesday. This feast day served as the last opportunity to use up eggs, fats, and sugar before the Lenten fast, making pancakes the perfect culinary choice for the occasion.

Reserve your spot by calling 416-485-0329 or on stcuthbertsleaside.com.

St. Cuthbert’s, Leaside Anglican Church
1399 Bayview Avenue | 416-485-0329 | stcuthbertsleaside.com

Revolutionize Your Lawn: Leaside Garden Society’s Speaker Series Presents Joyce Hostyn

Uncover the secrets to a perfect lawn with a twist! Join the Leaside Garden Society’s Speaker Series on Thursday, February 8th, 2024, at 7:00 pm via Zoom. Guest speaker Joyce Hostyn, a Rideau 1000 Islands Master Gardener, will unravel the mysteries of “Perfectly Imperfect Lawns”.

No more endless mowing, watering, or fertilizing! Joyce will guide you on creating a stunning, ecologically friendly polyculture lawn that welcomes wildlife. Embrace the beauty of a flowering lawn while enjoying the benefits of less maintenance.

Joyce Hostyn isn’t just a Master Gardener; she’s a permaculture designer and co-founder of Little Forests Kingston. As an adjunct professor at Queen’s University, she dreams of transforming cities into edible forest paradises. Learn from her expertise in foodscaping and wildscaping for a climate-conscious approach to gardening.

Guests are welcome! Leaside Garden Society always welcomes Guests and New Members to join the Society for their meetings. Visit their website: www.leasidegardensociety.org or email: leaside@gardenontario.org for more info.

Come and join the party at Leaside Curling Club’s 60th-anniversary celebration on Saturday, March 2nd, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 1075 Millwood Road. Everyone is invited!

Whether you’ve curled before or just curious, there’s a quick intro and free lesson waiting for you. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

If you’re 7 years or older and want to try curling, make sure to sign up on the Leaside Curling Club website (leasidecurling.ca). Wear comfy, warm clothes, bring clean indoor shoes, and, if you have one, a helmet.

Let’s make this anniversary special – come one, come all!

The Leaside Garden Society presents their Speaker Series on January 11th, 2024, at 7:00pm via Zoom. Paul Zammit, a professor of Horticulture at Niagara College, will delve into “Lessons from My Garden Travels.”

With a rich background in garden management and years of sharing knowledge globally, Paul Zammit promises an informative session, open to all —- members, guests and potential new members intrigued by the joys of gardening.

For additional information, visit the Leaside Garden Society website or reach out via email at leaside@gardenontario.org.

Northlea United Church will be hosting the upcoming Lunch & Learn: Fraud Protection Strategies for the Savvy Senior, presented by the Toronto Police Department on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Lunch kicks off at 11:30 am with complimentary soup and sandwiches, followed by the presentation starting around 12:30 pm. But don’t forget to register! Whether you’re interested in both the lunch and presentation or just the insightful session, registration is a must. Please secure your spot by noon on Friday, January 12, 2024.

To register, simply click HERE. Also, feel free to share with anyone who might be interested.