These environmental events are all happening in Toronto and the GTA (Ajax, Brampton, Brooklin, Markham, Mississauga, Oshawa, Pickering, Whitby) in the next week.
For more information, follow the links, or find more detail and event descriptions on the full calendar. We always recommend you contact the organization to ensure that an event is still scheduled before attending.
See the full Toronto Environment Event Calendar for more info or to have your event listed.
Tue Aug 4, 2009
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10am |
Pickering: Tuesdays on the Trail - Power Rangers
Alex Robertson Park, Pickering ON (Sandy Beach Road entrance) ( map) Discover symbols and images hidden within the Kijimba Kind trail sculptures then carve your own wearable keepsake using power grinders with PineRidge Arts Council’s own, Dorsey James. Power tools for ages 8 and up only. Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Due to the nature of program activities, day care groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
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6:30pm |
Brampton: Tuesdays on the Trail - Birding for Beginners
Wexford Park, Brampton ( map) Learn the basics, from using binoculars to attracting birds to your yard. Look for birds that make the trail their home. Cost: FREE For more information: Jessika Corkum-Gorrill - (416) 661-6600 ext.5748
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Wed Aug 5, 2009
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3pm |
Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market
873 Dufferin St, Toronto (in Dufferin Grove Park) ( map) Outdoors around the rinkhouse in summer; in and around the rinkhouse in winter. For more information: http://www.dufferinpark.ca/market/wiki/wiki.php
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6pm |
Harvest Wednesdays at the Gladstone Hotel
Gladstone Hotel, Toronto ON ( map) Every Wednesday the Gladstone Hotel and Chef Marc Breton offer urbanites farm fresh fare and an opportunity to experience the unparalleled flavour of foods harvested during in the natural rhythm of our local growing season. Each week Chef Breton's menu is inspired by the fresh produce harvested by farmer Sherry Patterson of Chick-a-Biddy Acres CSA (Community Shared Agriculture) as well as local meats, cheeses, wines and beers from our Harvest Wednesday Partners, over 40 artisanal suppliers and community partners. Chef Breton's preparation offers a simple flavour forward approach to enjoy this fresh food. Cost: From $17.50 For more information: http://www.gladstonehotel.com/
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7pm |
Grafton Community Gardening Night
Roncesvalles and Queen, Toronto (Grafton Community Garden) ( map) Join the West End Flower Fairies, residents and business owners to help green the community! Participants will be out every Wednesday, Rain or Shine.
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Thu Aug 6, 2009
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3pm |
Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers' Market
South of Bloor on the east side of Dufferin, in Dufferin Grove Park ( map) A year-round farmers' market every Thursday afternoon from 3 to 7 pm. Outdoors in the beauty of the park in summer, on the skating rink pad in fall, and inside the rink buildings throughout the winter. Local farmers and city-based food producers bring a great variety of organic foods. A special feature of the market is wood-fired oven breads baked right in the park. For more information contact: Phone: 416-392-0913
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3pm |
South of Bloor on the east side of Dufferin, in Dufferin Grove Park ( map) A year-round farmers' market every Thursday afternoon from 3 to 7 pm. Outdoors in the beauty of the park in summer, on the skating rink pad in fall, and inside the rink buildings throughout the winter. Local farmers and city-based food producers bring a great variety of organic foods. A special feature of the market is wood-fired oven breads baked right in the park. For more information contact: Phone: 416-392-0913
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3pm |
Pickering Recreation Complex, at the back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). ( map) Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. For more information: City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522, erin@dwac.ca, www.dwac.ca
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Fri Aug 7, 2009
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Toronto: Rally Against The Fluoridation of Toronto's Drinking Water
Davenport & New Street (Outside Ontario Dental Association Building) ( map) Local environmentalis
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8:30am |
Ajax Waterfront Trail Moonlight Walk
Pickering Beach, located on Lakeview Boulevard in Ajax ( map) Come out and enjoy a moonlight walk along Ajax's Waterfront Trail. The walk, led the Ajax Trails Committee, will start at Pickering Beach, head east to Ontoro Boulevard, and return back at a moderate pace. Cost: FREE For more information: E-mail Debbie Steer at dsteer +at+ scom +dot+ ca
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Sat Aug 8, 2009
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5am |
St. Lawrence North Farmers’ Market
92 Front Street East, Toronto (at Jarvis) ( map) For more information: http://www.stlawrencemarket.com/ |
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8am |
Town Park, Aurora ( map) Join us at Town Park, on Wells St between Mosley St. and Metcalfe St. starting in May 2/2009. The Aurora Farmers' Market features local vendors selling produce, meat products, plants, homemade baking and preserves, crafts and more. We're there every Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm running May through October. Enjoy the Farmers’ Market fresh foods, music and crafts. Plus, we offer free Special Activities on an ongoing basis. Find out more about our Historical Walking Tours and Art Workshops for children. There is lots of fun for all with over 30 vendors!!!!
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8am |
Robinson Street and Main Street North, Markham ( map) Featuring many organically grown fruits and vegetables, as well as baked goods, preserves, flowers and much much more! The main focus is quality and competitive pricing. For more information: 905-472-2462
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8:30am |
The Village Organic Farmers’ Market at Toronto Waldorf School
9100 Bathurst St, Toronto ( map) For more information: http://www.villagemarket.ca/
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Sun Aug 9, 2009
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10am |
Station Lane, Unionville (West of the Old Historic Unionville Train Station) ( map) Fresh Baked Goods, Flowers, Hand Picked Fruits, Herbs, Honey and Entertainment
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3:30pm |
Oshawa: Durham Vegetarian Festival
Lakeview Park, Oshawa ON ( map) Join many Oshawa volunteers, residents and guests for Durham's first Vegetarian Festival. Enjoy expert speakers, restaurant samples, displays from food stores, lifestyle and health outlets, and musical performances. The renown Isshin Daiko Japanese Drummers will be onstage at 3:30pm. For more, see: www.veg.ca/fest
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4pm |
Toronto: High Park - Canstage Family Day Events Begins
High Park, Toronto (Dream Site) ( map) Canadian Stage TD Dream in High Park presents The Tempest, from June 26 to September 6, 2009 at the open-air theatre in High Park. Performances run Tuesday through Sunday at 8 p.m. Gate opens at 6 p.m. PWYC Admission at the gate with suggested minimum donation $20. Free for children 14 and under. Family Days at the Dream return featuring free, all-ages, pre-show programs for children, parents and family members at the Dream site, Sundays, July 12 through to September 6, from 5 - 6:30 p.m., weather permitting. Fun-filled activities include backstage tours, theatre-inspire
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