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Christmas Family Fun

When: December 7, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Where: Northern District Library, 40 Orchard View Blvd, Yonge/Eglinton

What: Join us for a fes)ve a*ernoon of stories, carols and a cra*. Make

your own ornament to hang on our Christmas tree or one to take

home. Children must be accompanied by caregivers. All are welcome.

Christmas Cheer

When: December 10, 4:30 - 5 pm

Where: Dawes Road Library, 416 Dawes Road,

What: Join us in decora)ng our Christmas tree and create some lovely

holiday cra*s.

ArtHeart Studio Drop-In

When: December 15, 1—4 pm

Where: Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas St E

What: Bring out the whole family and create some fabulous art at

ArtHeart’s family drop-in program. Open to all ages; snacks and

refreshments are provided.

Events and Activities FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER

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Toronto Christmas Market

When: un)l December 15th; Monday - Friday 12 - 9 pm & Saturday -

Sunday 10 am - 9 pm

Where: Dis)llery District

What: This holiday season Toronto will once again celebrate the romance

and magic of a tradi)onal Christmas. Family friendly entertainment

includes musicians, carolers and children's choirs

www.torontochristmasmarket.com

Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront

When: December 14, 15, 21 & 22

Where: Harbourfront Centre

What: Welcome the holiday season with handmade holiday decora)ons,

free ska)ng on the Natrel Rink, and DJ Skate Nights!

hAp://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/winter/index.cfm

Creches from Around the World

When: December 11, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 29 & January 5, 12:30—4 pm

Where: St James Cathedral, 65 Church St, 2nd floor

What: A very special exhibit of over 100 small na)vity scenes. Everyone

welcome. Special ac)vi)es for children. Free admission.

F/0$12 M�&$'� Date: Saturday Mornings @ 11am

Price: $2.50

Upcoming movies: The Polar Express;

Arthur Christmas; How the Grinch

Stole Christmas

Par�cipa�ng Theatres:

Etobicoke

∗ Cineplex Odeon Queensway: 1025

The Queensway

Toronto

∗ SilverCity Fairview Mall

1800 Sheppard Avenue East, Unit

Y007

∗ Yorkdale Shopping Centre, 3401

Dufferin Street

Scarborough

∗ Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town

Centre: 22 Lebovic Avenue

∗ Scarborough Town Centre , 300

Borough Drive, Unit 765

Link for other par)cipa)ng theatres:

hAp://www.cineplex.com/Events/

familyfavourites/

Par)cipa)ngTheatres.aspx

Unless otherwise noted, these events are FREE.

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Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade

When: December 7, 10 am

Where: Starts at Lakeshore Blvd & Dwight Ave to 36th St

What: Listen to marching bands and see The Queen of

Hearts, the Flintstones’ car, Snow White, Snowmen &

Polar Bears, Cinderella in her carriage, a Choir of Mice and

Santa himself float by.

Seasonal Sing-Along

When: December 14, 2:30 - 3 pm

Where: Wychwood Library, 1431 Bathurst St

What: Enjoy the singing and guitar playing of William

Beauvais and his company of singing guitar players. Sing

along with them seasonal and popular songs. Great family

entertainment for all ages.

The Light Fantas7c December Children’s Party

When: December 14, 4:30 pm

Where: 519 Church St Community Centre, 519 Church St

What: Come together to celebrate several seasonal

tradi)ons: Kwanzaa, Sols)ce, Hanukkah and Christmas.

Enjoy music, games, entertainment, food and drinks. This

event is for all families with younger children.

Miserable’s Merriest Christmas Puppet Show

When: December 15, 10:30 - 11 am

Where: S Walter Stewart Library, 170 Memorial Park Ave

What: Get into the holiday spirit with the puppet play,

“Miserable’s Merriest Christmas”.

Holiday Anima7on Movie Night

When: December 19, 6:30 - 8 pm

Where: Amesbury Park Library , 1565 Lawrence Ave W

What: Enjoy a relaxing evening of anima)ons and

popcorn! The screening includes 7 short holiday

anima)ons: Noel Noel - A Holiday Fairytale, Lucre)a, An

Old Box, The Story of Christmas, Christmas Cracker, Lights

for Gita, and The Tender Tale of Cinderella. Arrive 30

minutes early for )ckets.

Christmas Puppet Show

When: December 20, 10:30 am

Where: Parliament Library, 269 Gerrard St E

What: Enjoy a special puppet show to celebrate the

holiday season.

Soli and Rob Concert and Puppetry

When: December 21, 10:30 - 11:10 am

Where: Amesbury Park Library , 1565 Lawrence Ave W

What: Soli and Rob's fully interac)ve and fun concert is

definitely one not to be missed. All ages. Drop-in. First

come, first served.

Stories Around the Fireplace

When: December 21, 11 - 11:45 am

Where: Highland Creek Library, 3550 Ellesmere Rd

What: Adele Koehnke brings funny stories to life with

audience par)cipa)on, props and on-the-spot interac)ve

artwork. She is a storyteller with over 20 years of

experience. Come and enjoy the fun!

Kensington Market Winter Sols7ce

When: December 21, procession starts at 6:30 pm

Where: Kensington Market, Augusta Ave and Oxford St

What: Take a glowing journey through Kensington

Market’s narrow streets to ignite the longest, darkest

night. Make a lantern, bang a drum, wear a costume,

carry a puppet.

Frosty the Snowman’s Snowy Day Special

When: December 27, 2:30 - 3 pm

Where: Wychwood Library, 1431 Bathurst St

What: Enjoy the singing and guitar playing of William

Beauvais and his company of singing guitar players. Sing

along with them seasonal and popular songs. Great

family entertainment for all ages.

Incredibrent Magic Show

When: December 28, 10:30 am - 11:15 am

Where: Amesbury Park Library, 1565 Lawrence Ave W

What: Join us for some laughs at this fast paced funny

interac)ve magic show! All ages. Drop-in.

Long Winter Kids

When: December 28, 12 - 5 pm

Where: The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St W

What: A day)me fes)val for kids and their caregivers that

includes music, art, storytelling, performance, games and

food for kids aged 0-12. Pay-what-you-can.

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